2023-01-21 - The Howell Times

Neighbors Worry Houses Turning Into Apartments

Arnone, DiRocco, Lead Commissioners Again

County Clerk Christine Giordano Hanlon presents a plaque to Commissioner Dominick DiRocco.

By Alyssa Riccardi

MONMOUTH

By Stephanie Faughnan

HOWELL

Residents Urged To A end Ciba-Geigy Meeting

By Chris Lundy

TOMS RIVER – Local officials are urging the public to speak out about the settlement that will protect 1,000 acres of Ciba-Geigy property as open space, but allow about 250 acres to be developed.

Mayor Maurice “Mo” Hill and Council President Matthew Lotano encouraged Toms River residents to attend the “Community Speak Out” being held on January 25 from 6-9 p.m. at Toms River High School North’s auditorium. It is a chance for the public to express concerns and let

their voice be heard.

They said a video of the event will be submitted to the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection during the official comment period on the settlement. Additionally, Save Barnegat Bay, who is hosting the Speak Out, will include a transcript of it as part of their comment. According to a settlement announced by the DEP, about 1,000 acres would be preserved. Of this, approximately 790 acres will be maintained as open space and will include restoration projects. The remain-

ing 210 acres will be set aside for pollinator habitat and solar energy production.

There would be trails, a boardwalk, and an environmental education center. The project could break ground as soon as spring of 2023 and be open to the public in phases over the next five years.

The remaining 255 acres are zoned as light industrial and front onto Route 37.

Toms River elected officials and civic leaders were excluded from the negotiations, Hill said. “The proposed settlement (Ciba-Geigy - See Page 2)

COUNTY – At the Board’s 2023 Re-organization Meeting, Monmouth County Commissioner Thomas A. Arnone and Commissioner Nick DiRocco were appointed to serve as Commissioner Director and Commissioner Deputy Director.

“It is truly an honor to be given the opportunity to serve as a Monmouth County Commissioner for my fifth term and to be elected by my colleagues to continue in my role as Director,” Commissioner Director Arnone said. “I am grateful my colleagues have appointed me to continue serving in this role. However, this is a team position and I

look forward to serving alongside a great hardworking group of individuals to continue to provide a high quality of living to the residents of Monmouth County.”

“It is an honor and a privilege to begin my second term as a member of the Monmouth County Board of Commissioners and I would like to thank the residents of our great county for the opportunity to serve,” Deputy Director DiRocco said. “As we begin a new year, I am looking forward to working alongside my colleagues to sharpen our focus on serving our residents in a highly effective and efficient manner so that we can (Lead - See Page 3)

– Local authorities believe the number of residential rental units in the community has jumped from 1,000 to 1,200 units in the last year.

–Photos by Stephanie Faughnan (Above) Neighbors of this single-family home claim new owners rented this house and others to multiple families. (Right) Ads like this one are published on Facebook pages in Spanish with no indications the homes are available for sublease.

– Photos courtesy Monmouth County Commissioner Director Thomas A. Arnone spoke at the Re-organization Meeting after he was sworn in for his fifth term as Commissioner and was re-elected Commissioner Director for 2023.

Ciba-Geigy:

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fails to compensate the victims of the cancer cluster caused by the pollution generated at the site. Nor does it adequately compensate the community for the environmental and economic damage caused over many decades.”

Ciba-Geigy was a dye manufacturer that opened in 1952 and closed in 1990. During

that time, it dumped a lot of chemicals into the land and waters. It became an Environmental Protection Agency Superfund Site in 1983. The settlement with the State DEP will not impact the situation with the federal EPA.

BASF assumed responsibility for the site in 2010 through corporate acquisitions. When BASF acquired Ciba, the property was undergoing remediation efforts such as excavation and capping of contaminated

areas and the pumping and treatment of contaminated groundwater, the DEP said. For more information, visit savebarnegatbay.org/initiatives/ciba-geigy-superfundsite-in-toms-river/

How To Comment

Comments about the settlement may be submitted electronically at onrr@dep. nj.gov. Comments will be accepted until February 3.

There is a way to comment on the settlement on the DEP’s site as well. The proposed settlement agreement between BASF and the DEP can be found here: nj.gov/dep/ nrr/settlements/index.html

For more information on the EPA’s remediation process, visit cumulis.epa.gov/ supercpad/SiteProfiles/index.cfm?fuseaction=second.cleanup&id=0200078#Status

For information from the EPA on site background and cleanup progress, visit cumulis. epa.gov/supercpad/SiteProfiles/index. cfm?fuseaction=second.cleanup&id=0200

Council Meeting Rescheduled

A Township Council meeting is the place for municipal business to get done and for residents to fi nd out what’s happening in their town.

Local officials know that there’s no municipal business more important than Ciba-Geigy, so they rescheduled their January 25 meeting so that people could make it to the Community Speak Out. The council meeting, normally held at 6 p.m., will instead be moved to 4 p.m. of that day. Meetings are held upstairs in the town hall downtown.

Howell Man Arrested For Firing At Rideshare Vehicle

By Chris Lundy

HOWELL – Three kids accidentally set off a car alarm, which led a local man to come outside and fi re at a rideshare vehicle, police said.

At around 12:30 a.m. on January 15, three juveniles were with their friend, who lives on Carrie Drive. They were waiting for a rideshare. When it arrived, the kids got out of their friend’s vehicle, accidentally setting off the alarm.

That’s when Pietro Ventricelli, 44, of Howell, emerged from the home and fi red at the rideshare, a Dodge Ram 1500 pickup. The truck was hit three times but no one was injured, police said.

Ventricelli is the boyfriend of the homeowner. The homeowner’s son was the one the three kids were visiting.

Police said he was charged with one count of fi rst-degree Attempted Murder, one count of second-degree Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose (Firearm) and one count of second-degree Unlawful Possession of a Weapon.

Anyone who witnessed the incident is urged to call Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office Detective Brian Migliorisi at 800-533-7443 or Howell Township Police Department Detective Ryan Jackson at 732-938-4575.

Charges are merely accusations until proven in a court of law.

Before the board leadership roles were selected, Director Arnone and Sheriff Shaun Golden were sworn into office by the Hon. Joseph Oxley, Judge of the Superior Court and Deputy Director DiRocco was sworn in by the Hon. Gregory L. Acquaviva, Judge of the Superior Court.

This will be Director Arnone’s fi fth three-year term as Monmouth County Commissioner and Commissioner DiRocco’s second three-year term. Golden was sworn into his fi fth three-year term as Monmouth County Sheriff.

“It is an honor to have been re-elected to a fifth term as Monmouth County Sheriff and I thank the residents for their continued support,” Sheriff Golden said. “It’s my privilege and duty to serve all who live, work or visit this great county, in the safest, most effective and efficient manner for another three years. Together with the Board of County Commissioners, we will continue to work on combating crime and strengthen our shared services and safety initiatives so that Monmouth County remains one of the top counties in the State of New Jersey.”

In addition, The Commissioners made a number of citizen member appointments to various County boards and commis-

sions that included:

Regular Members to the Monmouth County ACTS Advisory Council for a three-year term – Michele O’Shaughnessy, Kathy Collins, Derek DeLuca, Timothy Hearne and Colleen Nelson

Ex-Officio - Judith Green for one year; Christopher Merkel for a three-year term

Regular Members to the Board of Addiction Services for a three-year term –Diane Aifer, Alysa Fornarotto-Regenye, Marcy McMullen and Selina Mishkin

Regular Members to the Advisory Council to the Monmouth County Office on Aging for a three-year term – Jean Hering, Cathy Rogers, Sharon Stark, Colleen Verist and Judy Lufner; Term to be determined - Michele O’Shaughnessy

Regular Members to the Monmouth County Agriculture Development Board for a three-year term – David. J Holmes, Michael Matthews and Peter Volpe.

Planning Board Representative to the Agriculture Development Board - Commissioner Lillian G. Burry

Alternate Member for one year termMarcus Pettyjohn

Regular Member to the Monmouth County Brookdale Community College Trustee Search Committee for a term expiring on July 1, 2025 – Tim Farrell

Alternate Member (Plumbing) to the Monmouth County Construction Board of Appeals for a four-year term – Salvatore

Farruggia

Commissioner Member to the Monmouth County Board of Health for a one-year term – Commissioner Susan M. Kiley Alternate Commissioner Member: Commissioner Ross F. Licitra

Regular Members to the Monmouth County Environmental Council for a three-year term – Ellen Smith, Paul Johnson and David Kostka

Regular Member to the Monmouth County Fair Housing Board for a five-year term – William Bradshaw; Unexpired term – Michele O’Shaugnessy

Appointment as Monmouth County Fire Marshal for a term expiring on Jan. 14, 2026 at midnight – Fred Migliaccio Appointment as Assistant Fire Marshal for a two-year term – Charles Shirley and Craig Flannigan Sr.

Regular Members to the Monmouth County Historical Commission for a three-year term – Randall Gabriellan, Gerry Scharfenberger and Peter Van Nortwick

Regular Member to the Monmouth County Improvement Authority for a term expiring Feb. 1,2028 – William C. Barham

Regular Member to the Monmouth County Library Commission for a fiveyear term – Frank Wells

Regular Members of the Monmouth County Mental Health Board for three-

year terms – Susan Tellone, William Kvalheim and Gary Pollack

Regular Members to the Monmouth County Bayshore Outfall Authority with a term expiring on Dec. 31, 2027 – Michael Sachs, Timothy Sodon and Paul Buccelato Regular Member to the Monmouth County Board of Recreation Commissioners for a five-year term – Brian Foster Regular Member to the Monmouth County Shade tree Commission for a five-year term – Marty Pfleger

Regular Members to the Monmouth County Transportation Council for a three-year term – Elizabeth Barrett, Anthony Garaguso, Eric Nelson, Jeff rey Vernick and Allison Gregory

Alternate Member for a one-year term – Peter Van Nortwick

Regular Members to the Monmouth County Youth Services Commission for a three-year term – John “Doc” Amato, Hon. Ellen Torregrossa-O’Connor, Laurie Gerhardt, Shaun Golden, Raymond Santiago, Judith Green, Dr. Charles Ford, Lynn Seaward, Kaitlyn Silagyi and Geoff rey Perselay

Monmouth County Representative to the Ocean County Utilities Authority for a five-year term – James Daly

For additional information about Monmouth County and the Board of County Commissioners, go to visitmonmouth.com.

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Meanwhile, numerous Howell residents suggest this number is a gross underestimate – with many landlords not coming forward to register their rentals – especially when it comes to large estates being rented out to multiple tenants.

According to Matthew Howard, the township’s land use director, Howell does not limit the number of properties offered for rent. However, various rules pertain to each individual unit.

Landlords are required to register their properties with the Code Enforcement/ Housing Official annually and are subject to a fi ne if they do not comply by the end of January.

The failure to register a rental property could result in a fi ne of not less than $1,000 for the fi rst offense and $2,000 for a second offense. Fines are assessed per rental unit. Howell also requires an inspection of each rental property upon the initial fi ling of an application documenting a rental unit. Certificates issued after the fi rst inspection need to be updated with a new check whenever a change in tenancy occurs.

“The State of New Jersey just passed lead paint inspection requirements that caused us to increase our fees,” said Howard. “If the structure is built before 1978, the fee is $175. After 1978, the fee is $100.”

Rental inspections are conducted by Howell’s housing official and include basic checks for habitability like access to heat and hot water. Inspectors also look for suit-

able ingress and egress in rental units and other factors related to safety measures.

Howard attributed the increase in rental properties to changes within the housing market. The township only has a handful of apartment complexes. While there are some duplexes available for lease within Howell, more single-family homes have also been offered for rent this year.

Although Howell’s local ordinance currently requires that landlords post the maximum number of occupants permitted within each rental unit, the existing language is somewhat vague. As a result, officials hope to employ a surer method of guidance in compliance with New Jersey Housing Occupancy Limits.

The state’s administrative code spells out different requirements for dwelling units. For example, the rules mandate that “every room occupied for sleeping purposes by one occupant shall contain at least 70 square feet of floor space, and every room occupied for sleeping purposes by more than one occupant shall contain at least 50 square feet of floor space for each occupant thereof.”

Additionally, there’s also a requirement for at least 150 square feet of floor space for the fi rst occupant and at least 100 additional square feet of floor space for each other occupant.

Homeowners in various areas of the township have complained of investors coming in and renting single-family houses to large groups of people. Some argue that the influx of absentee landlords results in property neglect and less than optimal living conditions in “high-end” neighborhoods.

Ramtown resident Joe Mauer said at least five houses sold on his small street over the last year. Homes listed for $900,000 sold for over a million dollars within a few months.

“The guy who bought the fi rst house paid cash for it,” shared Mauer. “He then bought three more on the block and paid over $900,000 for each of them.”

According to Mauer, the property owner doesn’t live in any of the homes and has rented out all of his properties. The number of people in the single-family dwellings leads Mauer to believe that multiple unrelated people are living in the estate-size homes.

“It’s a lot of adults in one house,” Mauer said. “It’s not like a mother and father and their kids. It’s multiple adults.”

Traffic has intensified substantially since the neighborhood seemingly transformed from a somewhat sleepy block to a busy roadway. Some of the homes don’t have enough driveway or garage space to adequately park their vehicles.

Mauer said he believes another residential investment property around the corner from him has also been rented to a number of families living under one roof. In that case, it appears to Mauer someone in the household is running a commercial business in a residentially zoned area.

“They’re working on cars and storing them in the woods,” Mauer shared. “It’s an eyesore.”

Soaring home sales and increased mortgage rates have added to the rental housing crisis. For some, that means sharing space to fi nd suitable living quarters.

Waiting lists for so-called affordable apartments are years long, with one market-rate studio listed at $1,800 per month with additional costs for utilities. The economics of splitting a $4,000 rental of a single-family home might appear more practical – as long as it doesn’t exceed set occupancy limits.

A 60-year-old Howell woman who spoke on the condition of anonymity was one of a couple of people who believes she’s identified factors contributing to the onslaught of multi-family rentals in single-family homes within the community.

“Maria” said she came to the United States from South America 26 years ago and couldn’t wait to become an American citizen. She contends that some unscru-

pulous landlords are renting homes to undocumented immigrants who sublease the dwellings to make ends meet.

“I sold a washing machine to a lady who explained her situation to me,” said Maria.

“The woman told me she was cleaning someone’s house and learned of a home for rent. Separate groups of mothers, fathers, and their children moved into the house, with each family sharing their own bedroom.”

Multiple tenants take turns using the kitchen and bathroom facilities.

After speaking with the woman when she delivered the washing machine, Maria learned that many of the lease properties are advertised on Facebook pages written in Spanish and purporting to be marketplace offerings in specified areas.

The Facebook listings show multiple rental properties in Howell and surrounding towns. Many are sprawling estate homes with no hint they are available for sublease. Maria suggested that part of the transaction is kept quiet.

Another Howell resident who asked not to be identified said she noticed a recently sold home on her cul de sac was on one of the same Facebook pages. She expressed concerns that a lockbox was placed on the door after the sale and that seemingly prospective tenants used a keypad to look at the property late in the evening.

“What struck us was that when I contacted my realtor, I was advised the home wasn’t listed for rent in any of the regular listings,” the woman shared. “No one was acting as the owner or on their behalf to show the house.”

Those advertising Howell rental properties on the Spanish marketplace pages did not respond to calls or text messages left by this reporter.

Annmarie Scottson, a local realtor who lives in Howell, has offered her commentary on the subject. She acknowledged that affordable rentals are badly needed because people are being priced out of buying homes.

“Howell has very strict rules on rentals, what you can and can’t do with your homes, etc.,” Scottson said. “If you see something or are having issues with renters, you call the town, code enforcement. You can’t rent a home with 20 people. You can’t have boarding houses or dormitories. You see it; you call code enforcement.”

OPINIONS & COMMENTARY

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A Profile In Exceptional Public Service: Senator Chris Connors

Ninth District State Senator Chris Connors recently announced he will not seek re-election later this year. By this announcement, he is ending 33 years of exceptional public service in the state legislature, first as an assemblyman, and then later securing the senate seat formerly held by his late father and mentor, Leonard T. Connors.

As a consequence of our media presence in Ocean County for nearly 28 years, it has been my honor and privilege to have known both senators Len and Chris Connors, and to follow their deep commitment to constituent service, as well as the broader needs of the state, through the years. In fact, in his capacity as mayor of Surf City, Senator Len Connors was gracious enough to perform a wedding ceremony for my niece and former business partner Robyn many years ago.

In another trip down memory lane, shortly after we began our publishing business, we received a visit from former Ninth District chief of staff Gerry Little, who dropped by to hand-deliver a news release, explaining that the district office did not as yet have a fax machine for that purpose! Some years after that, Gerry was elected to the Ocean County Board of Freeholders (now Commissioners).

In closing, I would like to say that I am very grateful to have personally known Senator Chris Connors as well as his father, both of whom embodied all that is good and decent in public service. For more on some of the contributions made by Senator Connors, visit our web page news story at jerseyshoreonline.com

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Get In Touch With History At The

Meetinghouse

The recent article, “Did You Walk Right Past History Today?” was very enjoyable and informative.

It reminded me of many comments I have heard regarding our Quaker meetinghouse in Tuckerton, such as “I never knew it was there!” even though it is right in the middle of downtown across from Wawa at 21 E. Main Street.

The original house of the Little Egg Harbor Meeting of the Society of Friends (Quakers) was built in 1709 and the current building was constructed on the same site in 1863.

The fi rst English settlers of the Little Egg Harbor area (the land between West Creek and New Gretna) were all Quakers who followed pioneer Henry Jacobs Falkinburg across the pine forest from the Delaware River area to “the Middle of the Shore.”

The only villages in the area, such as Westeconk and Pohatcong, were inhabited by the Lenape people who were mainly summer residents.

The migrants bought land, starting farming, built mills for grain and lumber, and lived peaceably among the Lenape, often intermarrying with them.

Friends still meet every Sunday and provide free tours and talks on the property for both groups and individuals upon request.

Take a walk through history very soon! Our contact number is 609-857-1311.

Sean

Letters To The Editor

Republicans are election deniers - 135 incumbents voted against certifying the 2020 election, including House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, and at least 27 freshman members ran on the Big Lie. They might hold the title of “representative” but they have no intention of legislating on behalf of their constituents. Their top priority in the House will be sham investigations into the Biden administration and those who actually defended our democracy. We must speak truth to power in the face of all their lies. I’m pledging to do everything I can to protect our freedoms and our democracy against the House’s extremist attacks - I hope others will join me.

Katie Metzger Barnegat

Gerrymandering And Redistricting

Without foreknowledge and without any opportunity of voting for Congressman Andy Kim or for anybody else, I just lost the best Congressional Representative I ever had, a gentleman who for two terms of office faithfully looked after me and his many other grateful constituents and our interests in the House of Representatives. As I said, Andy was the best and I’m 85!

magic of packing and cracking, electoral districts assume the oddest shapes and sizes. I am now supposedly represented by a Congressman (Chris Smith) who has acted as if the job of Representative is a sweet sinecure. I can remember no significant achievement when he last represented Ocean County.

Nicholas Molinari Brick

Reality Check On Immigration

Anyone who claims the current border policies are working needs a reality check, which is available in the article “Sheriff’s Officers Detail Border Crisis on Recent Assignment” in the December 10th issue of The Manchester Times

Two Ocean County Sheriff’s (officers) agreed to go to Arizona to see for themselves by working alongside the Border Patrol. One officer, who speaks Spanish, communicated easily with migrants. To quote this officer: “The amount of illegal people coming across is just overwhelming.”

Farms for a park, it’s priceless. Land is not being created anymore. Keeping what we have is a public good, adding to our open space serves so many valuable purposes. By acting locally to save green and blue water areas, our mayor and supportive town council are thinking globally. Present day voters appreciate and approve this. Future ones should know whom to thank. The cost is minimal. The return on investment is immeasurable. We hope for many future acquisitions.

Susan Addelston Jackson

Response To “Gun Safety Bill Strengthens Concealed Carry Laws In NJ”

Kinnevy

West Creek

The Liars Are In Charge

Two years after the deadly attack on our country on January 6th, 2021, it’s hard to ignore that the House of Representatives is now controlled by those who embraced and fueled Trump’s Big Lie.

According to the Washington Post, over 70% of all House

He even showed his humility and his love for the Capitol by personally pitching in to help clean the trashed Capitol Building after the insurrection on January 6, 2021! To my knowledge, no other member of Congress joined the maintenance crew in their important efforts to get legitimate government working again. Although I know a bit about the redistricting that inevitably follows the US Census, it feels very anti-democratic, as if imposed upon me and fellow citizens from above...and I am not talking about God!

The process of redistricting makes the proverbial used car salesman green with envy! As in a game of chess, we voterscall us “pawns” - are literally shuffled around; and, by the

So, why can’t politicians increase the annual quota of legal immigrants, instead? As least, vetting would be practiced diligently. And why can’t politicians cease sending aid to these countries, while the surge continues, instead of further increasing the strain on hard-working Americans’ tax dollars? America will implode, if we don’t start using common sense.

Marie Pellicano Manchester

Open Space Is Reina’s Legacy

One of the reasons that Mayor Reina was overwhelmingly elected recently was his policy of always looking to improve Jackson’s quality of life.

The preservation of open space is a key part of why this is such a desirable place to live. No matter the size, or even if it needs rehabilitation work as in the recent purchase of Rova

Your printing of the Governor’s article concerning the recent passage of A4769/S3214 is a disservice to your readers. It fails to address the fact that the Democrats themselves admit it does nothing to counter crime and is targeted solely at law-abiding citizens. Assemblyman Danielsen is on record (available on YouTube) as saying “The last thing I want to say to people, and some of my own Democrats have committed to me, and commented that to me, this does nothing [to] stop the illegal gun trade, or the illegal criminal, illegal possessions, or criminal content and…you’re right. This doesn’t. It was never supposed to address that.”

The state now will spend countless hours, resources and money to defend what is, by their own admission, probably unconstitutional.

The arrogance and abuse of power will be opposed, defeated, and ultimately addressed in next year’s elections. With every seat being contested, these mostly north-Jersey Democrats will have to answer for their unethical failure to uphold their oath of office, abandoning both the U.S and State Constitutions.

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Boys Lacrosse Spring Program

HOWELL – For boys Lacrosse, there are separate registrations for Grades K to 2, Grades 3 to 4, Grades 5 to 6 and Grades 7 to 8. Please be sure you are selecting the correct one for your student’s grade as the prices are different.

Registration will close on March, failure to register before deadline will result in a $15 late fee. Registration: Registration fee includes - field maintenance, referee fees, tournament fees, uniforms, field maintenance. All players are responsible for the purchase of their required equipment. All players grades 3 to 8 are responsible for registering with USA Lacrosse: usalacrosse. com/membership.

Boys Lacrosse Instructional Clinic K-2nd grade $100 which includes one stick, t-shirt, and soft rubber ball (no other equipment needed).

Boys lacrosse 3rd to 4th grade $225 which includes one jersey/short set only.

Boys lacrosse 5th to 8th grade $265 which includes one jersey/short set only.

Any questions about this program please contact the Howell PAL main office at 732919-2825.

Important note! You will see that you are not being charged immediately (the cart will show $0). However, you will be charged automatically on 3/3/2023 after registering and before the program starts. You must have a saved payment method on file and you must complete the checkout to be enrolled. You must also receive a confi rmation email upon checkout or you will not be considered on the roster for Lacrosse. Additional info. subject to change: Grades K to 2 The season will start in April (exact date TBD weather permitting) on Sundays only and will run through the fi rst weekend of June.

Players will be provided: Stick & Soft rubber ball Optional to wear protective cup,

mouth piece & cleats

T-shirt will be provided (date TBD)

Location TBD

Grades 3 to 4 The season will start in March or April (exact date TBD weather permitting) and will run through the fi rst weekend of June.

Players are required to have: Stick, Helmet, Gloves, Elbow pads, Shoulder pads, Protective cup, Cleats

Purchased jersey and shorts will be provided (date TBD)

Practices will take place Tuesday/Thursday/Saturday location TBD.

Games are played different days of the week and are played at Soldier Memorial Park or at neighboring towns.

Grades 5 to 6 The season will start in March or April (exact date TBD weather permitting) and will run through the fi rst weekend of June.

Players are required to have: Stick, Helmet, Gloves, Elbow pads, Shoulder pads, Protective cup, Cleats Purchased jersey and shorts will be provided (date TBD)

Practices will take place Tuesday/Thursday/Saturday location TBD.

Games are played different days of the week and are played at Soldier Memorial Park or at neighboring towns.

Grades 7 to 8 The season will start in March or April (exact date TBD weather permitting) and will run through the fi rst weekend of June.

Players are required to have: Stick, Helmet, Gloves, Elbow pads, Shoulder pads, Protective cup, Cleats

Purchased jersey and shorts will be provided (date TBD)

Practices will take place Tuesday/Thursday/Saturday location TBD.

Games are played different days of the week and are played at Soldier Memorial Park or at neighboring towns.

Township Advises Landlords Of Required Reqistration

HOWELL – Attention landlords: Be advised that every rental unit within the Township is required to be registered with the Code Enforcement/Housing Official annually per Township ordinance 178-18. If you have not done so already, please make sure to complete your Landlord Registration before January 31, 2023.

Registrations can be completed through the following methods:

• Online using the SDL Portal (twp.howell. nj.us/578/SDL-Housing-Portal )

• Mail via downloadable application (twp.

howell.nj.us/DocumentCenter/View/65/ Landlord-Registration-Application?bidId=)

• Hard copies at our office at 4567 Route 9, Second Floor, Department of Community Development, Howell, NJ.

They have received applications for only 50% of the Town’s rentals. Please register as soon as possible to avoid violations and a possible fi ne.

If the property is no longer being used as a rental, please provide us a letter stating this and how the property is to be used in the future so we may update our records.

Free Rabies Clinic

HOWELL – Township of Howell will be holding a free rabies clinic on February 4 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Howell Public Works Garage, 278 Old Tavern Road.

Dog licenses will be sold. Cash or checks made payable to Howell Township. Any questions contact 732-938-45000 ext. 2152 or 2000.

Teachers Receive Golden Apples

Vaccine Booster Clinic At Howell Senior Center

HOWELL – Have you had your COVID-19 vaccine? Do you need a second dose? Has your doctor recommended a third dose (for the moderately to severely immunocompromised)? Ready for your booster dose?

Join at the Howell Township Senior Center, 251 Preventorium Road, for a vaccine clinic on January 25, February 22, and March 22 from 4 to 7 p.m.

Make sure to bring your original vaccine card, wear your mask, and fill out the form. Transportation may be available. You must

call the Howell Senior Center at 732-9384500 ext. 2550 to inquire if transportation will be available. Clinic is for ages 5 years old and up.

No appointment is necessary. Clinic is free; there is no charge for the vaccine or administration. Pfizer, Moderna and Janssen (Johnson & Johnson) vaccines will be available.

Sponsored by: Howell Township Senior Center and Monmouth County Health Department.

New Program – Special Needs Program

Amazing Athletes

HOWELL – Special Needs Program for ages 14 and older. Program will be on January 20 and/or January 27, from 6 to 9:30 p.m. Cost is $40 per class. Register online

at howellrec.org.

For more information contact Steven Fecher, Director of Community Relations at 732-9384500 ext. 2106 or sfecher@twp.howell.nj.us.

−Photo courtesy Howell Schools

HOWELL – Howell Township School District is proud to present Golden Apples for 25 years of outstanding service in the district to Mrs. Nappo and Mrs. Mack.

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Group Brings Hope To Children In Foster Care

OAKHURST – Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) for Children of Monmouth is looking forward to 2023 and the joy it will hopefully bring with it. CASA of Monmouth fi nished out 2022 with gifts for nearly 200 foster children who are in the county child welfare system. The holidays can be a difficult time for children who have been removed from their home, so the annual holiday toy drive is essential to bring happiness to these children. Through the CASA of Monmouth annual holiday wish list, foster children served by CASA advocates received gifts to celebrate the holidays.

Every year, CASA of Monmouth looks to fulfi ll the wishes from the children served by the program. This effort is done through the generosity of CASA volunteers, CASA staff, CASAs Executive Board, community members and local business sponsors. This was the 6th year in a row that the designers of Town & Country Design Studio of Red Bank decorated gift bags and fi lled them with presents for the foster children. Their designers truly outdid themselves and personally decorated bags that brought happiness to over 100 of the children.

“The holiday season is always a time to open our hearts, and our community and volunteers did not disappoint the foster children we serve so they can experience the joy that every child deserves during the holidays,” said Marielaina LaRosa, Director of Community Development. “We generate a wish list with three to four items for each child and share it through our social media. We were overwhelmed

by the immediate response! The magic of the season took on a life of its own after that. Our supporters should know they brought tears of joy to these very special children with every donation.”

Court Appointed Special Advocates, CASAs, are highly trained volunteers from our community who work with children in the child welfare system who have been removed from their homes due to abuse or neglect. CASAs are assigned to the foster children by a family court judge to advocate for the needs of the children and to work towards a permanent, safe home. CASAs meet with the kids monthly or more to check on their well-being and provide reports to the court. CASA works to ensure these children do not fall through the cracks of the child welfare system. These advocates become heroes for the children they work with. CASA volunteers bring hope for a brighter future to these children. The emotional toll of being separated from your home and family has a severe impact on these children. The influence of the volunteers cannot be understated – CASA volunteers can improve children’s well-being and help them reach a permanent home. The ultimate goal is always reunification with family if it is safe - or other caring relatives or foster parents ready to adopt.

CASA for Children of Monmouth will begin training a new class of advocates in March to be the “voice” for a child in foster care. If you would like more information about becoming an advocate or donating to foster children, call the office at 732-4609100 or visit casaofmonmouth.org.

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Photo courtesy CASA

Monmouth County Sheri ’s O ce Announces Passing Of K9

that the Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office announces the passing of K9 Ari, beloved partner of retired Sheriff’s Officer Jay Aretino. The 14-year-old German shepherd, who specialized in narcotics detection and patrols, retired in 2021 after a long and successful 10-year career assisting in combatting crime. On January 9, K9s and their handlers from numerous law enforcement agencies lined up outside of Garden State Veterinary Specialists Animal Hospital in Tinton Falls, where Ari, the hard-working police dog and most loyal companion, was provided with the proper send off.

“The Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office is extremely saddened over the passing of K9 Ari who was an exceptional and loyal member of our K9 unit,” Sheriff Shaun Golden said. “Ari was a valuable asset in promoting law enforcement, maintaining public safety

and combating the proliferation of drugs in Monmouth County. We are grateful to Ari for his service. He will be missed.”

K9 Ari and S/O Aretino worked together for 10 and half years before both retired. Throughout the course of their work, the team seized large sums of cash which resulted from numerous drug investigations. They also located a significant number of narcotics including heroin, cocaine and marijuana. Ari was a familiar face throughout Monmouth County as he and S/O Aretino conducted K-9 demos at schools, community events and large gatherings throughout the year.

The Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office presently consists of eight sheriff’s officers and 10 K9s which include three tracking teams, three narcotics teams, two explosive detection teams and two explosive/ patrol teams.

The Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office thanks all for their continued support of the agency’s K9 Unit.

Food Service – Howell Senior Center

HOWELL – Lunch is offered at the Senior Center Monday through Friday at 12 p.m. Seniors who are homebound may receive a hot lunch delivered to their homes (Meals on Wheels) on a daily basis. The meals are provided by Interfaith Neighbors, Inc. and

may be requested by calling the Nutrition Department at 732-938-4500 ext. 2556.

When we have parties or special events, we often offer a catered lunch from an outside source. Information about special meals may be found in our newsletter.

– Photo courtesy Monmouth County Sheriff ’s Office

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Local Man Travels “Back To e Future” In His Iconic DeLorean

By Stephanie Faughnan

TUCKERTON – It’s no wonder that Jon Miller is so into cars. No one would expect less from the owner of a popular car care center located in the heart of Tuckerton.

Miller’s age, 40, puts him in the generation that made “Back to the Future” a box office hit. The movie made a star out of the time machine in it - the DeLorean.

“The DeLorean was the muscle car of my generation,” shared Miller. “It was either a white or red Lamborghini Countach or a DeLorean.”

DeLorean only built 9,000 cars and an estimated 5,000 have survived after more than 30 years.

Miller said he remembered the first time he saw the DeLorean, his jaw hit the floor and the image became burned in his brain. He was probably not alone in that he had a craving to own the car with its iconic look and distinctive gullwing doors. At the very least, that was Miller’s vision and one he suspected was unattainable.

Nothing could be further from the truth.

Back in 2013, Miller began chatting with one of his shop’s mechanics who was familiar with working on Volvos. The conversation shifted to DeLoreans as the two cars share the same engines and drive lines. A seed was planted as Miller reminisced and again wondered what it would be like to own his dream car.

“I searched on Craigslist and an ad popped up that was only online for 12 minutes,” Miller said. “It was a complete serendipity moment and even though the

car was in Long Island, I knew it was my car.”

The fact that this particular DeLorean was abandoned in disgraceful condition and hadn’t run in ten years turned out to be fortuitous. A show quality car would go for top dollar and this one’s neglect made it affordable.

Miller put his ASE master technician skills and hard sweat to work in restoring the DeLorean and getting it in running order. He found himself on Cloud 9 with just having what he called a regular DeLorean. Miller signed up for gigs to showcase the car for different events and has enjoyed an assortment of appearances.

“In 2015, the anniversary for ‘Back to the Future’ was a big deal,” shared Miller. “I got a job with my DeLorean to shuffle celebrities to the red carpet at the Washington West Film Festival in Maryland.”

Other DeLorean owners also hit the scene, including a guy from Florida who restored his vehicle to include a flux capacitor like the one from the movie. Miller’s son Evan was six years old at the time and made a recommendation to his father.

“He said, ‘Dad, we need to take apart our DeLorean and turn it into a time machine,’” Miller said. “I said no.”

“I lost,” smiled Miller.

“I then set out on a mission to make my DeLorean completely screen accurate to match the car in the movie,” continued Miller. “No questions, no arguments; it had to be exactly right.”

One of the steps Miller took to get a (DeLorean - See

–Photo by Stephanie Faughnan Jon Miller stands besides his DeLorean Time Machine (with a vintage Toys R Us sign in the background).

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handle on the details included a trip to the Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles. There, he carefully inspected and photographed the DeLorean used in the smash hit.

Miller said the quest to duplicate the original turned into an eight-year mission to find all the original real parts that were used on the real time machine. These have included airplane parts and helicopter parts and even things that came from the Apollo space mission.

At one point, Miller was concerned TSA authorities would flag him as he was literally bringing home rocket parts. The focus on detail might be insane for some, but Miller prides himself on being precise. He likened his drive to a Picasso ensuring that every inch of a painting was perfect.

After the job was complete, Miller’s end product became even more notorious and put his DeLorean Time Machine in the national spotlight. And, yes, young Evan was involved in the rebuild every step of the way.

“I was hired by ‘Back to the Future,’ the musical that is coming to Broadway,” Miller shared. “My car was on display at the New York Comic Con to promote the musical. It was a huge, huge honor with over 300,000 people seeing my car.”

When it comes to time machines, Miller estimated that the number has grown in the last five years from 100 to 300-400 in existence around the world. On a regional level, Miller’s time machine ranks as the best.

The DeLorean itself isn’t just novel because of the way its doors swing upwards. It’s also the only car that’s made out of stainless steel. Miller said he’s careful to avoid the elements as he would with any classic car and tries to refrain from taking the car out from November until March. That’s not to say that Miller doesn’t ever venture out during those months. He’s always happy to fulfil a dream wish for someone who has a special desire to be around a DeLorean.

In the meantime, the DeLorean isn’t the only car that has some kind of value

All Fur Love

Valentine’s Dinner and Gi Auction

FARMINGDALE – Come join All Fur Love Animal Rescue for an evening of great fun, great food and great friends all to help the kitties! Event will be on February 9 from 6 to 10 p.m. at Our House Restaurant & Banquet Facility, 420 Adelphia Road. Over 100 beautiful baskets will be raffled off. You could win an iPad, a cool bike or the 50/50! Donation is $50 and includes dinner, dessert, cash bar and auction. Tickets are available online at AllFurLove.org.

in Miller’s life. He’s also restored a 1986 Pontiac Fiero that holds a special place in his heart. His work on that old-time favorite earned him the moniker of “Fiero Jon” well before he started with the DeLorean.

“My grandmother gave it to me as my first car when I was 17,” said Miller. “It was a $700 car that had 130,000 miles on it in 1989. I still have it.”

Miller’s already working on his next project tied to the “Back to the Future”

movie as he bought a vehicle with the intentions of restoring Marty McFly’s pickup truck.

The pickup truck shows up at the beginning of the movie and is something the character longs to own. However, McFly’s family is poor when they go back in time. It isn’t until the character is back in the present that he opens up the garage door and there’s his truck.

As he did with the DeLorean, Miller’s on

the hunt for vintage aftermath parts like roll bumpers and rollbars. He’s gathered a few things like light covers in an original package that originally sold for about $4 and now have a $400 price tag.

George McFly had an amazing line in “Back to the Future” that bears a striking resemblance to the man set on replicating his truck.

“If you put your mind to it, you can accomplish anything,” said McFly.

New Gun Carry Permit Law Now In Effect

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

A new procedure has amended the application process for gun carry permits.

In December 2022, Governor Murphy signed A479/S3214 into law which lays out new procedures for carry permit applications for handguns in New Jersey. This new procedure removed the state’s judiciary from the initial permitting process, following the U.S. Supreme Court decision in N.Y. State Rifle & Pistol Association v. Bruen. Prior to the United States Supreme Court’s decision , New Jersey law required submission of an application to a law enforcement officer, including a written certification of “justifiable need.” A Superior Court judge would then approve the application and issue the permit.

Although the new law established a list of places where, even with a carry permit, guns are prohibited and increased application and registration fees, the new law states that “showings of particularized need are no longer legally viable to determine whether a person may carry a handgun in public.” This subjective, “justifiable need” standard had been applied in six states throughout the Country and was coined by the U.S. Supreme Court as “may issue” licensing laws. These “may issue” licensing laws provided local authorities with discretion to deny concealed-carry licenses even when the applicant satisfies the statutory criteria, usually because the applicant has not

demonstrated cause or suitability for the relevant license.” The Supreme Court deemed these “may issue” licensing laws to be unconstitutional.

Under the new law, applications for carry permits will no longer be made by the judiciary. Law enforcement alone will receive, investigate, and determine all applications, according to the notice to the bar. For any pending applications before the Superior Court, judges may only rely on prior approval issued by law enforcement. However, the Superior Court will continue to hear appeals in cases of law enforcement’s denial of applications.

New Jersey’s new law prohibits concealed carry in a list of high-density locations, and places with vulnerable populations. The bill also made a default rule that prohibits carrying fi rearms on private property, such as in homes, businesses, stores, and houses of worship, without express permission.

R.C. Shea & Associates, 244 Main Street, Toms River, New Jersey 08754. (732)-505-1212.

Life Line Screening

HOWELL – Life Line Screening, the nation’s leading provider of preventive health screenings, will offer affordable, non-invasive and painless health screenings at Southard Fire Dept. No.1 on January 26 at 9 a.m.

A package of four screenings to identify cardiovascular disease and other chronic conditions will be offered:

• Carotid artery ultrasound that scans the carotid arteries for buildup of fatty plaqueone of the leading causes of strokes.

• Abdominal aortic aneurysm ultrasound screening for an abdominal aneurysm that

could lead to a ruptured aorta.

• Heart Rhythm Screening (AFIB) A quick and easy test using a 6-lead EKG placed on the arms and legs to identify the presence or absence of an irregular heartbeat.

• Peripheral Arterial Disease Screening-Evaluates for PAD in the lower extremities, which increases the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Schedule your appointment today and receive special package pricing. Register by calling toll free 1-866-964-1386, text the word “circle” to 797979, or register online at llsa.social/HC.

Online Pet Licensing Available

HOWELL – The Howell Township Clerk’s Office, Public Service Division, is pleased to announce that residents are now able to license their dogs and

cats online. This will apply to both new registrations and renewals. Details and instructions will be provided on the Howell Township website.

Dear Pharmacist

Suzy

The 6 Best Ways To Get Rid Of Scars

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Our flaws can be beautiful because they tell a story about a chapter of the life we’ve lived. Scars are a part of our journey. But what if you don’t want your story to be told so boldly?

Treatments to minimize scars are available now. Always ask your practitioner when the time is right to begin applying topical treatments to a wound because it differs with the type of closure. For example, if you have visible stitches, versus those inside of you, or if you are glued together with SteriStrips, or other adhesives, and so forth. Let’s start with essential oils. Here are the 6 best ways to minimize scarring:

Carrot Seed Essential Oil - This contains incredibly powerful antioxidants that act as an antibacterial and antifungal. This oil can be applied topically to help with scarring and dark spots.

Frankincense Oil - This minimizes inflammation. Using this oil while a wound is relatively new may help to potentially prevent any scarring at all due to its anti-inflammatory properties. If using this oil with an existing or healing scar, you’ll likely notice the scar fade some.

Massage - Do not massage around the scar too soon as the pressure and kneading could reopen the wound! Massaging improves blood flow, which in turn promotes pliability within the scar and reduces inflammation. This increases flexibility and allows for better range of motion. After Sam’s knee replacement, I would gently massage around the area, and the back of

his knee to reduce his risk of arthrofibrosis.

Vitamin C - Helps minimize raised scar formations, and acts as a brightening agent. In a matter of months, you might notice some fading. Citrus fruits are high in vitamin C, however supplementation is better since you get a higher, consistent dose.

Bromelain - Derived from pineapples, this supplement is a digestive enzyme that acts as an anti-inflammatory agent. If taken orally after your surgical procedure, it will help reduce pain and swelling. Bromelain breaks down fibrins which prevents clotting and improves circulation. The Bromelain enzymes essentially dissolve the fibrin thereby reducing the hard tissue surrounding a scar and allowing it to heal and repair itself resulting in a reduced appearance.

Silicone Scar Bandages - These are great bandages to put on a spot that needs to remain flexible and bendable, for example, your neck, or your knee, or your finger. The silicone sheet bandages protect the vulnerable tissue from getting scratched or nicked, plus it reduces itching. Even a scar that is a year or older and well-healed might be affected with the use of silicone gel sheets. Not all scars are the same, but it can’t hurt to give any of these scar-reducing options a try. If you gain back a little bit of your confidence, it’s rewarding. If you feel happier in your own skin, it’s worth it! If you’d like to read a more detailed version of my article which covers more specialized skin treatments, visit suzycohen.com and sign up for my free weekly newsletter.

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Activities And Events –Howell Senior Center

HOWELL – The Department of Senior Services offers numerous regular and special events. Our nutrition program is offered on a daily basis. Crafts and ceramics classes are held on Mondays through Wednesdays and exercise classes are held on Mondays and Wednesdays. Other events include:

• Meditation and Mindfulness

• Bingo

• Free health screenings

• Free lectures on health and legal issues

• Holiday parties

• Intergenerational programs

• Local trips to restaurants, shopping centers and malls, and theaters

• Monthly birthday parties with entertainment

• Billiards Tournaments

• Multi-cultural events

• Pokeno

• Seminars on caregiving, dementia, Medicare, and other pertinent issues

• T’ai Chi classes

• Weekly food shopping

• Aerobics and Chair Yoga

Meet and Treat Thursdays: on Thursdays, we have Meet and Treat days where we serve a special lunch that could be catered or will be a soup and salad combo. Before or during lunch, we will have a surprise event and some days will include special giveaways and treats. Examples include:

• Subs

• Fried Chicken

• Pizza

• Free Raffles

• Mind Readers

• Milk Shakes

We offer medical transportation as our schedule permits. If you have a need for transportation to a local physician or doctor, please call Paul, our Transportation Coordinator, at 732-938-4500, ext. 2551. We will do our best to accommodate your needs while still providing our existing services.

RUMMIKUB is played every Monday beginning at 10 a.m. Bingo is played on Monday afternoons beginning at 1 p.m. Pokeno games are held on Wednesdays at 1:15 p.m. All games are offered at the Howell Senior Center. Registration is required. Call 732-938-4500, ext. 2550 for more information.

Aerobic type exercise classes are held at the Howell Senior Center from 11 to 11:30 a.m. every Monday and Wednesday. Chair yoga classes are held every Wednesday from 1:15 to 2:15 p.m. at the Center.

All classes are available to Howell residents age 60 and older who are registered members. Registration is free and may be done at the Senior Center Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. A waiver form needs to be signed before attending your fi rst class.

Call 732-938-4500, ext. 2550, for further information on our classes, to sign up for the classes, and for information on other services and programs we offer.

Free Clothes At Linda’s Closet

LAKE COMO – Linda’s Closet provides gently used clothing for the entire family at no charge. Pick up free clothes and shoes at Mt. Olive Baptist Church, 703 17th Street, Lake Como, on January 28 from 12 to 3 p.m. For more information, call Deirdre Dunn 732-245-5105.

For Rent

Room For Rent - In Toms River, NJ. Couples allow. $1100. Call 201-844-5526. (7)

Bus Trips

Philadelphia Flower Show - Bus Trip Sunday, March 5. $88 includes admission and bus fare. Toms River departure. Call Bill, Morano Tours, 732-278-2059 (9)

Items Wanted

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

$$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$

Jewelry and watches, costume jewelry, sterling silver, silverplate, medals, military items, antiques, musical instruments, pottery, fine art, photographs, paintings, statues, old coins, vintage toys and dolls, rugs, old pens and postcards, clocks, furniture, brica-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid. Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius. 732-364-7580. (t/n)

Storage Space - Non-commercial use approx. 800sf Manchester Jackson or surrounding area. Electric A Plus. 732-278-5098. (4)

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

Vinyl Records Wanted - Paying cash for LP albums. Rock, Blues, Reggae, Soul. Very good condition only. Call Rick 908-616-7104. (9)

Entire Estates Bought - Bedroom/ dining sets, dressers, cedar chests, wardrobes, secretaries, pre-1950 wooden furniture, older glassware, oriental rugs, paintings, bronzes, silver, bric-a-brac. Call Jason at 609-970-4806. (t/n)

CLASSIFIEDS

Help Wanted

Micromedia Publications is looking for a high-energy account rep to sell print and online advertising in Ocean County. Competitive base, bonuses & company benefits. Successful applicant should possess good communication skills & a desire to grow with the company. E-Mail resumes to jallentoff@jersey shoreonline.com. EOE. (t/n)

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

Hair Salon - Part time salon assistant, part time nail technician. No nights or weekends. Must have license and experience. Please call 862-324-5914. (7)

Now Training School Bus Drivers - $3000 Sign on Bonus. Free CDL training. $22-$25 per hour, overtime available. Please call or email for more info: 732-905-5100. klarrtransport@gmail.com. (4)

Dietary Aid - MAGNOLIA GARDENS ASSISTED LIVING. Family owned and operated Assisted living community looking to fill full time, and part time positions. All positions start at $15.00 an hour. For more information call 732-557-6500 or come to our home and fill out an application at 1935 Lakewood Road, Toms River 08755. (7)

RECEPTIONIST - MAGNOLIA GARDENS ASSISTED LIVING. Family owned and operated assisted living community looking to fill full time, and part time positions. All positions start at $15.00 an hour. For more information call 732-557-6500 or come to our home and fill out an application at 1935 Lakewood Road, Toms River 08755. (7)

Services

APlus Home Improvements - Over 30 years experience. Everything from small handyman tasks to large renovations, decks, finished basements and much more. Lic #13VH11453600. No job too small give us a call. 908-278-1322. (52)

Services

Prepare for power outages today with a GENERAC home standby generator $0 Money Down + Low Monthly Payment Options Request a FREE Quote. Call now before the next power outage: 1-833-901-0309. (t/n)

Absolute best home improvements!"Building the shore since 1984" Additions, carpentry, windows & doors, roofing & siding, painting & staining, flooring, kitchens & baths, finished basements, masonry, fencing, custom decks, fully insured, license #13VH11804800. $ave. Call Brien 732-850-5060. (28)

ESTATE CLEANOUTS - Properties, Houses, Attics, Garages, Sheds, Storage Units, ect. Handyman Disposal provided 901a Dumpster Service LLC. Licensed, Insured, call or text Jim 609-335-0330. (9)

Roofing Repairs Etc. - Roofing, siding, windows. Repairs on small jobs. Utility shed roofs replaced. Prompt service. Insured. Gutters cleaned. Call Joe Wingate 551-804-7391. (19)

Computer Tutoring for Seniors –Retired, “Microsoft Certified” instructor. Very Reasonable rates. Very patient with slow learners. I’ll teach you in the comfort of your home on your computer. I can trouble shoot your slow computer! I also teach iPhone and iPad. I set up new computers at less than half the price the retailers charge. Windows 10 specialist. I can also build a beautiful small business website at a fraction of the going rates. Special Projects always welcome! Tony 732-997-8192. (t/n)

LANDSCAPING - Restorations, Repairs, Stones, Mulch, Sod Installs, Hedges, Shrubs, Bushes, Downed Branches Trimmed & Removed, Demolition, Cleanouts, ect., Dumpster service provided by A901 Licensed Hauler ect. MAN WITH VAN LLC. Jim 609-335-0330 HIC# 13vh10806000. NO JOB TOO SMALL! (15)

Custom House Painter - Pays attention to detail, interior, cracks, nail pops,wall repair. Benjamin Moore paints. Wayne 908-327-5471. (52)

Property/Management - Brick repair, brick restoration, mulch, stone. Spring/Fall cleanups. pruning, concrete repairs. Call Ken 732-814-7743. (42)

Services Services Services

Certified Home Health Aides - Needed for Ocean County area. Hourly and live-in positions avail. P/T and F/T. Call CCC at 732-206-1047. (t/n)

Bobs Waterproofing - Basement and crawlspace waterproofing. Mold testing, removal and prevention. Family owned. Fully licensed and insured. Call Bob 732-616-5007. (t/n)

Handyman Service - Carpentry, masonry, painting repairs large and small. 40 years experience. Call Jim 732-674-3346. (39)

Music Lessons In Your HomeBy state certified instrumental music teacher. Please call 732-350-4427 for more information. All are welcome. (3)

PQ Painting & Home Improvement Services - Over 5 decades of service in NJ. Visit us online at pqpaintingservice.com . Winner of Angie’s List Super Service Award. Free estimates, reasonable rates, fully licensed and insured NJ Lic #13VH06752800. Call 732500-3063 or 609-356-2444. (t/n)

Buying Selmer Saxophones

And Other Vintage Models - Also buying World War II Military items. Cash Paid! 609-581-8290. Email: mymilitarytoys@optonline.net. (31)

CASH PAID!! LP records - stereos, turntables, musical instru-ments, guitar, saxophone, CD’s, reel tapes, music related items. Come to you. 732-804-8115. (30)

CASH, CASH, CASH! - Instant cash paid for junk cars, trucks, vans. Free removal of any metal items. Discount towing. Call Dano 732-239-3949. (t/n)

Cash - Top dollar, paid for junk, cars running and nonrunning, late model salvage, cars and trucks, etc. 732-928-3713. (t/n)

Used Guns Wanted - All types: collectibles, military, etc. Call 917-681-6809. (t/n)

Get DIRECTV for $64.99/mo for 12 months with CHOICE Package. Save an additional $120 over 1st year. First 3 months of HBO Max, Cinemax, Showtime, Starz and Epix included! Directv is #1 in Customer Satisfaction (JD Power & Assoc.) Some restrictions apply. Call 1-877-557-1213. (t/n)

CHEAP PAINTING Done RITEFree est. Senior discounts interior exterior. Call 732-506-7787, cell 646-643-7678. (28)

Become a Published Author. We want to Read Your Book! Dorrance Publishing-Trusted by Authors Since 1920. Book manuscript submissions currently being reviewed. Comprehensive Services: Consultation, Production, Promotion and Distribution. Call for Your Free Author`s Guide 1-877-791-2033 or visit dorranceinfo.com/micro. (t/n)

Car Service - 24/7. Doctors, shopping, airports, hospitals, cruise, shops, Atlantic City, family functions, NYC accomodations for large groups. Call for reasonable rates. Kerry 732-606-2725. (42)

MY HANDY CREW - Home repairs, carpentry, painting roofing and siding, decks, powerwashing, yardwor,k all your home maintenance needs. $ave. Call Clark 732-850-5060. Insured and NJ License #13VH11804800. (46)

1 week* at $29.95 for 20 words + $0.40 ea. add’tl word = $ 2 weeks* at $44.95 for 20 words + $0.40 ea. add’tl word = $ 3 weeks* at $60.95 for 20 words + $0.40 ea. add’tl word = $ 4 weeks*

Advertise in the main sections of Micromedia’s weekly newspapers. Your ad will be seen by thousands. Call 732-657-7344 ext. 206 for more information.

ALL American Home Health AidesExperienced experts in the field of trauma and recovery. Holistic approach to healing-nutrition, physical therapy, and quality of life improvements. Hourly or live in. Honest, hardworking, etc. Includes housekeeping, rides to doctors/pleasure. Skip the rest, come to the best. 732-664-3605 (t/n)

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Donate your car, truck or van. Help veterans find jobs or start a business. Call Patriotic Hearts Foundation. Fast, FREE pick-up. Max tax-deduction. Operators are standing by! Call 1-833-885-0359. (t/n)

Nor’easter Painting and Staining, LLC - Interior and exterior. Decks, powerwashing. Affordable. Senior discounts. References. No job too small. Fully insured. 732-691-0123. Lic #13VH09460600. (19)

Here’s what is planned:

Still Life Oil Painting for Beginners from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Wednesdays, January 11 to February 15 at the Thompson Park Creative Arts Center, Lincroft. Learn the basics of oil painting during this class led

by artist Jane Manco. Pre-registration and fee required.

Oil Painting Fundamentals from 9 to 11 a.m. on Fridays, through February 17 at the Thompson Park Creative Arts Center, Lincroft. Join artist Jane Manco for this class that offers a step-by-step approach to painting while covering the fundamentals. Pre-registration and fee required.

Foundation Training from 9 to 9:45 a.m.

JERSEY SHORE

Best Year Yet

on Fridays, througho February 17 at the Fort Monmouth Recreation Center, Tinton Falls. Improve mobility, stability and core strength using this scientifically designed program that provides the building blocks for lifelong fitness. Pre-registration and fee required.

Have you heard? Our theater arts classes are also starting soon! Check out upcom-

ing offerings of The Afternoon Puppet Show, Beginning Acting - Introduction, Beginner Acting – Scenes, and more. Visit our Programs & Registration page for a full listing.

For more information, visit MonmouthCountyParks.com or call 732-842-4000, ext. 4312. The Park System can also be contacted through email at info@monmouthcountyparks.com.

PHOTO OF THE WEEK

Wildlife Rescue 911 –e Wood Burning Stove

By Renee A. Thomaier Retired New Jersey State Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator

One evening I received a call from another rescue person asking if I could help her veterinarian, I’ll call him ‘Joe’ - not his real name - with a particular situation. It appears there were a couple of squirrels who had found their way into his wood burning stove. Joe had hoped the squirrels would leave on their own, but seeing as that was not happening, he would provide them with some cat food and water.

I agreed to see what I might be able to do, so off I went. It was the start of winter, so it was rather cold outside. I learned when I arrived a few more details. The squirrels had been in the stove for several days. It was obvious to me they’d be unable to leave the stove the way they came in, due to the height and pitch of the slippery exhaust vent. They were trapped. Since Joe handles domestic animals in his practice, he was unfamiliar with what he could do to set these squirrels free. Handling wildlife can be intimidating for even the most experienced handlers.

I knew I would have to directly handle the squirrels. After a few days confined, I’m sure these squirrels were extremely stressed, dehydrated and hungry. Upon opening the stove door, I quickly observed that one of them had passed away. With no time to waste, I quickly took hold of the other squirrel. Upon examination, I could see there was a lot of soot in the nostrils, ears, eyes and

over the body. I knew the squirrel needed some TLC, recovery time, along with an overall cleaning before releasing, so I took him home. He recovered in no time, and I released him back to Joe’s house. Sometimes wildlife is unable to find natural shelter outside, so they do what any of us would do, and that is, the best they can. Lack of trees is a common problem for tree dwellers. When you take one down, consider replacing it. Wildlife has no desire to live with you.

To reach me please call 732-244-2768.

It is illegal to possess or relocate wildlife for any reason without the proper state and/or federal permits. Violating New Jersey laws protecting wildlife, which include harm inflicted upon an animal, are subject to punishment.

Aren’t Jersey Shore sunsets great? Red Robinson recently captured this shot in Howell. Did you know the Photo of the Week section can feature your snaps? Send us a sunrise or sunset, beach scene, your pet – whatever you like! Email photos@jerseyshoreonline.com and you may win a prize!

Omarr’s Astrological Forecast

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Avoid working at cross purposes with faithful family and friends in the upcoming week. Exaggerating the details or going overboard to be friendly can throw you off your stride. Double-check information before acting.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Some people may admire your originality in the week ahead, but social activities could fall flat. Your unconventional attitudes, while sometimes misunderstood, are likely to be accepted by the people closest to you.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Even the most ambitious workaholic needs a break. If your time or energy are scarce, you might need to rely on friends to come up with fun ideas in the upcoming week. Remember you can enjoy yourself without spending money.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Someone might be triggered by your eagerness to take the lead in group activities during the week ahead. Otherwise, your sympathy and thoughtfulness could break the ice on many social and business occasions.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Treat everyone with the same respect and consideration that you expect to be shown in return. You and a partner will be able to make smart business and financial decisions later in the week if you avoid voicing unhelpful criticisms.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Take advantage of the knowledge and innovative suggestions you receive from your supporters in the week ahead. Create practical strategies that will improve your future and make your dreams a reality.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): As the week unfolds, your business sense grows better and better, so plan accordingly. Generous and tolerant partners and loved ones could provide an opportunity for you to shine and the inspiration to be more ambitious.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Deploy diplomacy on a daily basis. You may think you have the freedom to express unvarnished opinions in the coming week but you should avoid confrontations and criticisms. Steer clear of gossip at all times.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Spending more dollars to prove a point is pointless; let go of the opinions and judgments of others. Do enough soul-seeking to understand your own values and let them guide you. Don’t overspend late in the coming week.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Turn on the cruise control once you are sure you are on the right track. A key relationship might experience ups and downs in the upcoming week. Do not let a family argument distract you from your goals.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): A whisper in your ear from a detractor may mean the time is not yet ripe. Perfect details and polish your performance before you launch a new project. Your business sense is enhanced in the middle of the week.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Feeling gratitude for what you do have is more effective at both manifestation and feeling better inside than complaining about what you lack. Someone might share some excellent ideas and practical solutions in the week to come.

BARBECUE CHICKEN ... INDOORS? NO, WE’RE NOT PULLING YOUR LEG! (GET IT?)

By America’s Test Kitchen

PULLED BARBECUE CHICKEN SANDWICHES

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