2023-01-21 - The Toms River Times

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Local Homeless To Be Counted; Those Lost Were Remembered

Some are still living in tents in the woods.

By Chris Lundy OCEAN COUNTY

– As social workers are getting ready to count how many homeless people there are in each community, they also said goodbye to those they lost last year.

The Point In Time counts are at the end of January. It’s when sheltered – and unsheltered – homeless people are counted at various locations where they are known to gather. Although some homeless try to stay off the

grid, these counts provide a reasonably accurate number of how many men, women, and children have no permanent housing.

While being counted, they are also being evaluated to (Homeless - See Page 4)

HIGH

SCHOOLER’S

RESEARCH MAKES NATIONAL

By Chris Lundy

TOMS RIVER – A high school student brought national attention to her local project: providing habitat and awareness for the bee population.

Kaitlyn Culbert was interviewed by CBS after winning

NEWS

the 2022 New Jersey Governor’s Environmental Excellence Award. The High School North Junior is on a roll, winning scientific awards and educating others. Last year, her work was published in Journal of (Research - See Page 6)

Residents Urged To Attend Ciba 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 remaining 210 acres (Ciba - See Page 9)

Could Toms River Get A Splash Park?

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER -

During the first Township Council meeting of the year, politicians like to set goals. This time, Councilman Joshua Kopp said he’d like to look into building a splash park for Toms River.

He said he enjoys taking his 4-year-old daughter to the one in Berkeley Township. In 2023, he’d like to look at locations in town that could host it. The one he’s referring

to opened in 2018 at Berkeley Island County Park. This was later renamed the John C. Bartlett, Jr. County Park at Berkeley Island. Bartlett was a county leader who championed preserving open space. He lived in nearby Pine Beach and the park had been his baby since 1982.

Berkeley Island sits on a 25-acre peninsula that juts into Barnegat Bay and Cedar Creek. It’s located at 399 Brennan (Splash - See Page 5)

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-Photo courtesy Kaitlyn Culbert Kaitlyn Culbert worked with the Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation and Pinelands Nursery on a 2,500 square foot pollinator garden at Jakes Branch County Park.

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see what they need, whether it’s job training, addiction counseling, or help filling out government forms. They are also given food, warm clothing and other necessities. Last year, there were 419 people listed as homeless in Ocean County. Of these, 135 were younger than 18. Some of these children were with family. Some were on their own.

Recently, there was a National Homeless Persons’ Memorial Service to remember those who were homeless or formerly homeless who died in 2022. The event is celebrated throughout the country, but this was the first local one.

“Homeless persons are 3-4 times more likely to die than the general population. On average, people with housing in the U.S. can expect to live to age 78. Our long-term homeless neighbors can expect to live to about the age of 50,” said Tricia Bradly with Ocean’s Harbor House.

The opening prayer was delivered by Pastor Steve Brigham, well known for taking care of people living in tents in Lakewood before that town bulldozed tent city and cut down trees just so the homeless wouldn’t have a place to sleep. Speeches were given by Anjelica Webber, a social worker and board member with OceanCares; Rev. Ted Foley and Pastor Sue Jones of the Toms River Housing and Homeless Coalition; and Pastor Rhetta Jackson, who runs an overnight shelter in Bayville.

While leaders spoke outside the Toms River Riverwood Recreation Center, and some gave testimonials, there were 23 people who stayed the night in that building for warmth.

Just Believe has been operating a Code Blue shelter at the Riverwood Park recreation building at 250 Riverwood Drive in Toms River for the last three years. Code Blue is the law that says towns should open its shelters once the temperature drops down to a certain degree.

“Ocean County has made great strides by making the Code Blue system more effective so we are less likely to see more lives lost,” said Just Believe CEO, Paul Hulse. Hulse said homelessness was up in Ocean County 35% from 2021 to 2022. Part of this has to do with the moratorium on evictions being lifted. The moratorium was created to help people facing economic strife due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

“Ocean County still has one more step to take which is to build a homeless shelter in Ocean County,” he added.

They are in the process of building the first transitional home that will be available 12 months a year – not just in the winter. The facility will be named after Hulse’s childhood friend Larry Robertiello. He served two tours in Kuwait and Baghdad during Operation Iraqi Freedom. He served from October of 2001 to July of 2004, reaching the rank of Specialist in the Army and receiving four medals. He worked as a plumber in his civilian life. However, when he got home, he suffered from PTSD and addiction, which took his life last year.

Several religious and other welfare groups

host overnight shelters, filling in the gap in service because Ocean County’s leaders refuse to establish a permanent shelter. Many have explained that it can be paid for by a fund fueled by a $5 fee on every real estate transaction but the County Commissioners said they didn’t want to charge people that.

A year-round shelter would be a transitional facility, because the goal is to make them independent. Additionally, having one location gives them the consistency that fosters safety, trust, and a home base for them to get the services they need to get back on their feet.

─Photo courtesy Just Believe Cots are set up in the Code Blue overnight shelter at Riverwood Park in Toms River.

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Concourse.

The park had been wrecked by Superstorm Sandy in 2012, but it had been feeling its age even before that, the late Bartlett had said. The storm gave the county the impetus to make improvements to it.

The splash park was new in 2018, and it was the only one in the county. It was inspired by a splash park Bartlett had seen in Philadelphia.

The park also has a fishing pier picnic area with pavilion. It has shoreline protection to prevent serious damage from future storms.

It was also updated with parking, lighting, native plants, and changes to be compliant with the Americans With Disabilities Act.

New Council President

The first meeting of the month was also a time to change leadership on the council. The all-Republican board will usually choose a new leader every year.

Councilman Matthew Lotano was sworn in as Council President. This is the person who runs the meetings and sets the meeting agenda. The vice council president for this year will be Kevin Geoghegan, who served as the president last year. Both of them are up for re-election in November.

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Berkeley Island County Park has the honor of hosting the county’s first splash park.

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“Honey bees are a vital species in our ecosystem, they pollinate 73% of the world’s cultivated crops,” she said. “But, over the past 20 years, beekeepers have suffered unprecedented bee colony losses known as Colony Collapse Disorder. The greatest single contributor to the decline of honey bee health is the varroa destructor mite. Synthetic chemicals are used to control varroa, but the mites are developing resistance.”

She’s been researching whether a mist diffusion of essential oils could be used as a miticide, noting that thyme, oregano, and rosemary were the most effective. She’s been reaching out to beekeepers to learn what they’ve been doing to protect their hives.

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 said she plans on installing other pollinator gardens throughout the county. During the virtual ceremony for the 2022 New Jersey Governor’s Environmental Excellence Award, Commissioner of Environmental Protection Shawn M. LaTourette, said, “These individuals, groups, and businesses have taken on the mantle of environmental protection in our great state. They are committed to caring for our air, our land, our water, our fish, our wildlife, our open spaces, which truly belong to the people.”

Her CBS interview is here: youtube.com/ watch?v=Vj7EuwLTEPw. A video for her 2022 NJ Governor’s Award for Environmental Excellence is here: youtube.com/ watch?v=yayIyRj9r3w. Her segment begins after 18 minutes. Her Instagram is KT.Bees and she shares videos of her beekeeping at youtube.com/channel/UC1VTjvnWwdJQMSHG2H18FpA

-Photo courtesy Kaitlyn Culbert Kaitlyn Culbert worked with the Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation and Pinelands Nursery on a 2,500 square foot pollinator garden at Jakes Branch County Park.

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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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 first 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.

Get In Touch With History At The Meetinghouse The Liars Are In Charge

Sean Kinnevy West Creek

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

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

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”

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

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! 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

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.”

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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ANCHOR Refund Deadline Pushed To February 28

TRENTON – During his State of the State Address, Governor Phil Murphy announced that, in concert with Senate President Nicholas Scutari and Assembly Speaker Craig Coughlin, the State of New Jersey is extending the application deadline for the new ANCHOR property tax relief program to ensure every eligible New Jerseyan takes advantage of the sizable relief. The new application deadline is being extended to February 28, 2023, giving taxpayers an extra month to apply. The deadline was previ-

ously extended to January 31 to allow tenants who had been ineligible because their unit is under a PILOT (Payment in Lieu of Taxes) agreement to apply for the benefit.

“This is money going right back into the pockets of roughly two million New Jersey middle-class and working homeowners, seniors, and tenants – households in which well more than half of all of our residents live. For more than a million homeowners, ANCHOR’s direct relief will effectively undo years of property tax

increases - even up to a decade’s worth. And for nearly one million renters, ANCHOR’s tenant relief will cushion rent hikes,” said Governor Murphy.

“The response to the ANCHOR program has been outstanding, and I am very glad we can extend the deadline so even more New Jerseyans can take advantage of this game-changing program,” said State Treasurer Elizabeth Maher Muoio. “There are still thousands of renters and homeowners out there who haven’t been eligible for property tax relief for nearly a generation who can apply and receive the rebate. We want to make sure we provide every chance for people to get their applications in and get the relief they deserve.”

Under the ANCHOR program, both the size of the benefit and the number of eligible applicants has increased substantially, compared to the previous Homestead Benefit (which ANCHOR is replacing), including double the amount of homeowners and nearly a million tenants who had not been eligible for property tax relief in recent years.

Over 870,000 homeowners with incomes up to $150,000 will receive $1,500 in relief; over 290,000 homeowners with incomes over $150,000 and up to $250,000 will receive $1,000; and over 900,000 renters with incomes up to $150,000 will receive $450 to help offset rent increases.

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“I’m proud to work with the Murphy Administration to extend the qualifying deadline for the ANCHOR program,” said Senate President Scutari. “We want to ensure that everyone who qualifies has the opportunity to take advantage of the property tax relief it offers. This is direct financial support that will help make the lives of homeowners and renters more affordable and provide a boost to the economy.”

“Affordability is a top concern for New Jersey residents and property taxes create a significant financial burden for working and middle-class families across the state. The ANCHOR program aims to deliver meaningful property tax relief to two million New Jersey households, and we must ensure homeowners and renters who need relief are able to take advantage of the program,” said Assembly Speaker Coughlin. “Further extending the ANCHOR deadline will provide eligible taxpayers with the opportunity to claim their property tax relief, ensuring New Jersey families see money back in their pockets.”

All payments will begin going out in late spring, regardless of when taxpayers file. Payments will be issued in the form of checks or direct deposits and are not subject to federal or State income tax.

To be eligible for this year’s benefit, homeowners and renters must have occupied their primary residence on October 1, 2019 and file or be exempt from NJ income taxes.

Eligible homeowners can apply online, by phone, or via paper application, which can be downloaded online and returned by mail. Tenants can apply online, or download the application from the Taxation website and return by mail (there is no phone option for tenants, as this is the first time this group will be eligible for property tax relief).

Applicants are encouraged to consult the detailed information posted on the Division of Taxation’s website, including an extensive list of Frequently Asked Questions, before calling the ANCHOR hotline. For more information, visit nj.gov/treasury/taxation/anchor/ or call the ANCHOR hotline at 1-888-238–1233.

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There are many issues that can end up with swollen eyelids, which are the result of inflammation or excess fluid in the eye’s connective tissue. Injuries, other trauma, and infection are among the most common causes, with allergies often cited as the most frequent trigger. However, swollen eyelids may also be a sign of more serious problems such as orbital cellulitis (an infection of the soft tissue), which can be life-threatening. In addition, Graves’ disease or ocular herpes can cause the eyelids to swell, especially when the swelling is accompanied by eye pain. If swelling occurs with excessive discharge, conjunctivitis may be the culprit, which is very contagious and should be treated immediately.

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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 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/

Free Senior Transportation

TOMS RIVER – Toms River Township is offering free transpiration for seniors to local stores, doctor’s appointments, to the Toms River Senior Center for activates and outreach. This service is avaible to Toms River Township residents only. To schedule a ride, call 732-341-1000

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 re -

mediation 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 find 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.

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Film And Discussion: “They Survived Together”

TOMS RIVER – In honor of International Holocaust Remembrance Day, the Ocean County Library Toms River Branch will present the gripping documentary, “They Survived Together,” 6:30 p.m. January 25.

After the screening, director John Rokosny and producer Andriette Redmann will engage viewers in a question-and-answer session.

The film chronicles the experiences of the Neiger family, which endured unimaginable hardships while trying to escape occupied Kraków and remain intact. The Neigers are believed to be one of the only families to escape and survive as a family.

John Rokosny and Andriette Redmann, both of Point Pleasant, received a New York Emmy for Best Historical Documentary in 2022. It is airing nationally on PBS. It is being marketed as a DVD, and can also be rented or bought as a download through Amazon Prime.

John has produced 100 episodes of Hallmark’s “Quiet Triumphs” television series, “The Last Poets” for BRAVO, and “7th Inning Stretch” for ESPN. Together, they have produced fundraising films for charities, including Paul Simon’s Children’s Health Fund and Ronald McDonald House. They produced the soundtrack for They Survived Together, composed by Grammy winner Frank London of the Klezmatics.

International Holocaust Remembrance Day will be observed January 27. Register at theoceancountylibrary. org/events to attend this free program, sponsored by Friends of the Ocean County Library – Toms River. The Branch is at 101 Washington Street. For more information, call 732-349-6200.

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JUNE 11-14 4 DAY NIAGARA FALLS & SAFARI $939/pp Dbl.Occ. Package Includes 3 nights stay at the 5 star Hilton Fallsview Hotel with a Falls View Room, 3 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners, Step on Guided Tours, Safari, Hornblower ‘’ride to the falls” & more

JUNE 21 CAMELOT AT THE LINCOLN CENTER $295/pp Includes Orchestra Seat & Lunch.

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History Of Cattus Island Van And Walking Tour

TOMS RIVER – Commissioner Virginia E. Haines announces that the Ocean County Department of Parks & Recreation will be offering a History of Cattus Island Van and Walking Tour for people ages 10 and up at Cattus Island County Park, located at 1170 Cattus Island Blvd, Toms River on March 21 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Join a park naturalist who will transport you back in time to visit the various sites around Cattus Island, bringing its varied history to life. Wear comfortable shoes, as there will be several short walks

included.

To register, please send a check or money order for $5 made payable to the “County of Ocean” to Ocean County Parks and Recreation, 1198 Bandon Road, Toms River, NJ 08753. Please provide your name, address, and daytime telephone number, along with program number 432536-2C when registering.

For more information or to receive a Parks & Recreation Newsletter call 732506-9090 or visit our website at oceancountyparks.org.

Beginner Milky Way Photography

TOMS RIVER – Commissioner Virginia E. Haines announces that the Ocean County Department of Parks & Recreation will be offering Beginner Milky Way Photography for people ages 11 and up at Cattus Island County Park, located at 1170 Cattus Island Blvd, Toms River on February 28 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. This is a beginner-level discussion on Milky Way photography and what is needed with Jim Webster from the Astronomical Society of the Toms River Area.

To register, please send a check or money order for $5 made payable to the “County of Ocean” to Ocean County Parks and Recreation, 1198 Bandon Road, Toms River, NJ 08753. Please provide your name, address, and daytime telephone number, along with program number 432166-2F when registering.

For more information or to receive a Parks & Recreation Newsletter call 732-506-9090 or visit our website at oceancountyparks.org.

Angelic Health Seeking Craft Donations For Patients

JUNE 25-28 4 DAY CAPE COD & MARTHA’S VINEYARD

$817/pp Dbl.Occ. Package Includes 3 Nights Lodging Fairfield Inn & Suites, Step on Guide Tours, Martha’s Vineyard, 3 Dinners, 3 Breakfasts. Whale Watching Cruise and more.

AUG. 2 BACK TO THE FUTURE…..THE MUSICAL $224/pp Includes Orchestra Seat & Lunch.

AUG. 28-30 3 DAY LAKE GEORGE & SARATOGA SPRINGS

$659/pp Dbl.Occ. Package Includes 2 nights lodging at the Hampton Inn & Suites, Lake George, Saratoga Race Museum, Step on Guided Tour, 2 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 2 Dinners, Tiki Show, Boat cruise on Lake George & more.

Always Included Bottled Water & Snacks, Company Escort, All Gratuities Bus Departures Toms River (Exit 81 West Water Street NJT Station) • Brick Target (Route 70) Please Visit Our Website for All Upcoming Trips & Itineraries

TOMS RIVER – Angelic Health is looking for donations of craft and art supplies to support activities with their hospice patients. Knitting and sewing supplies are needed to make fidgets quilts or dementia patients, and blankets to comfort patients. Arts and crafting supplies, and coloring books provide

our hospice patients with many joyful hours.

They are also looking for hospice volunteers who would want to engage patients in art projects. If interested in making donations or volunteering, contact them by email at Volunteers@angelichospice.net, or call 609-515-3041.

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Wondering About OTCs? We Can Help

Last fall, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration published final rules establishing a new class of hearing devices — those available over the counter (OTC). Though specific to the United States, the new category may understandably spark questions for anybody seeking hearing care. What does it mean for you? More than ever, it’s important to seek hearing help from a trained hearing care professional. Hearing loss is complex, and self-treating could worsen an existing problem. Working with a highly trained provider can help you make safe, effective decisions for your ear health.

OTC Hearing Aids Are for Adults Only The new class of FDA-regulated hearing instruments will be approved only for those 18 and older with perceived mild to moderate hearing loss. They will not be available for children and might not align with one’s actual hearing loss, which could be greater than perceived. The majority of the company’s offering OTCs do not require a hearing test so basically, you’re fitting yourself with a non-prescriptive hearing instrument!

The Right Fit Plays a Big Role To maximize comfort and functionality, hearing aids must be custom fitted to each individual and programmed to support their listening lifestyle. Hearing professionals

are especially skilled in helping ensure the right fit now and in the future as your hearing needs change.

You May Need Other Support Hearing loss can go hand in hand with tinnitus (ringing in the ears) or balance issues and is also associated with serious conditions such as dementia. A comprehensive hearing evaluation may help uncover additional medical needs that self-treating would likely not detect.

Self-Treatment Bypasses Critical Diagnostics It takes a trained professional to get to the bottom of hearing loss, which can have causes ranging from earwax buildup to head trauma, noise exposure, infection, disease, or even some medications. Self-treating without the benefit of a diagnostic evaluation can mean missing key answers.

In a world of choices, deciding the right approach for your hearing wellness can feel overwhelming. You’re not alone. We’re here to help with the personalized advice and care you deserve. So don’t wait. Call to schedule your appointment today! Dr. Izzy and his Staff are always available to provide you with solutions for your hearing care needs. Please visit us at www.gardenstatehearing.com or call 732-818-3610 (Toms River/Whiting) or 609-978-8946 (Manahawkin).

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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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.

Toms River Council Meeting Schedule 2023

TOMS RIVER – The Toms River Township Council has set the regular meeting schedule for 2023.

The meetings will be held in the L. Manuel Hirshblond Meeting Room on the second level at Toms River town hall, 33 Washington Street, at 6 p.m. on the following Wednesdays:

• January 25 (4 p.m.)

• February 8

• February 22

• March 8

• March 22

• April 5

• April 26

• May 10

• May 24

• June 14

• June 28

• July 12

• July 26

• August 9

• August 23

• September 13

• September 27

• October 11

• October 25

• November 8

• Tuesday, November 21

• Tuesday, December 5; 5 p.m. start

• Tuesday, December 19; 5 p.m. start The meetings are subject to cancellation and special meetings can be scheduled.

Groundhog’s Day Winter Beach Walk

TOMS RIVER – Commissioner Virginia E. Haines announces that the Ocean County Department of Parks & Recreation will be offering Groundhog’s Day Winter Beach Walk for people ages 10 and up at Cattus Island County Park, located at 1170 Cattus Island Blvd, Toms River on February 2 from 1 to 3 p.m. This two-mile interpretive walk will take participants out to Page’s Point to enjoy the winter sites of Cattus Island, Silver Bay, and the bay beach.

To register, send a check or money order for $5.00 made payable to the “County of Ocean” to Ocean County Parks and Recreation, 1198 Bandon Road, Toms River, NJ 08753. Please provide your name, address, and daytime telephone number, along with program number 432536-2A when registering.

For more information or to receive a Parks & Recreation Newsletter call 732-506-9090 or visit our website at oceancountyparks.org.

R.C. Shea & Assoc. Inside The Law

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 firearms 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.

Michael J. Deem, Esq.

NOTICE OF SALE

RECEIVER SALE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW JERSEY Chancery Division, Ocean County, Docket No. F-7457-2020. DEMOCRACY CAPITAL CORPORATION is the Plaintiff and SUNSET HILL OAKRIDGE PLAZA, LLC. et al. are Defendants. Writ of Execution for the sale of mortgaged premises dated and Final Judgment in Foreclosure and Sale, both dated October 3, 2022, and any other subsequent Writ of Execution that may be entered. By virtue of the above stated Writ, to the Receiver, Metro Commercial, CPA, directed and delivered, the Receiver will conduct a sale at a public venue through Matthew D. Mannion, Auctioneer for Mannion Auctions, LLC at 2:30 PM. EST on January 23, 2023, to be held in the parking lot outside of the Property to be sold. PROPERTY TO BE SOLD IS LOCATED IN Township of Toms River, NJ, County of Ocean, in the state of New Jersey, PREMISES COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 237 Route 37 West, Toms River, NJ 08755, Block 531, Lots 22 & 5, APPROXIMATE DIMENSIONS of lot 22 is 0.628 acres and APPROXIMATE DIMENSIONS of lot 5 is 2.684 acres; NEAREST CROSS STREET: Beginning at a point on the southerly line of New Jersey State Route 37 West (public), said point being South 32 degrees 25 minutes 30 seconds East, 99.42 feet southerly from the intersection of the center line of New Jersey State Route 37 West and the center line of Cedarwood Drive. ****Subject to sewer liens in the approximate amount of $42,889.37 and $18,102.03, both as of November 29, 2022, certificate of tax sale in the amount of $2,090.90 as of October 20, 2021, a certificate of tax sale in the amount of $504.16 as of October 21, 2020 and a certificate of tax sale in the amount of $6,138.69. A more complete metes and bounds description of the Property and the full legal description can be obtained by contacting Mannion Auctions, LLC at (908) 752-1852 or the below counsel.

The Property is being sold in its present condition “as is” without any representations either express or implied. Sold subject to conditions of sale. All interested parties are to conduct and rely upon their own independent investigation to ascertain whether or not any outstanding interest remain of record and/or have priority over the lien being foreclosed and, if so, the current amount due thereon. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Receiver, or the auctioneer. Successful bidder at auction must sign an acknowledgment of sale, pay 20% of bid in official bank check at the close of the foreclosure sale and the balance within 30 days. If the successful bidder fails to comply with the conditions of sale, the Property will be sold a second time and the deposit of the initial successful bidder shall be retained by the Receiver pending further order of the Court. All certified funds must be made payable to, “METRO COMMERCIAL CPA, AS RECEIVER.” Any auction deposit which does not strictly comply with the above requirements will not be accepted.

The approximate amount of the Judgment to be satisfied by said sale is the sum of $4,445,865.88 as of May 25, 2022, together with lawful interest as may be allowed by law, counsel fees, auctioneer fees, and additional taxed costs in the amount of $7,500.00. Plaintiff reserves the right to credit bid up to said amount.

Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfaction of the mortgage debt, including costs and expenses, there remains any surplus money, the money will be deposited with the Court, and any person claiming the surplus, or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature and extent of the claim and asking for an order directing payment of the surplus money. The Receiver or person conducting the sale will have information regarding the surplus, if any.

THE RECEIVER HEREBY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO ADJOURN THIS SALE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE THROUGH PUBLICATION. The Receiver reserves the right to adjourn said sale from time-to-time subject only to such limitations or restrictions upon the exercise of such power as may be specially provided by law or rules of the Court.

Any inquiry regarding the terms of sale may be directed to the Court Appointed Receiver, Metro Commercial, CPA, or through counsel, Offit Kurman, P.A., 590 Madison Avenue, 6th Fl., New York, NY 10022. Telephone No.: 212-380-4108.

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Wells Must Be Tested Regularly

OCEAN COUNTY – If you have a private, potable well, it is extremely important that you have it tested regularly for quality to ensure the water you are drinking and bathing in is safe. It is important to remember that, as a homeowner or property owner, your private, domestic potable well is your responsibility when it comes to having it serviced, maintained and tested regularly. Ocean County Ordinance 94-1 also requires full testing and certification by this agency for drinking water standards in the following situations: 1.) a real estate transaction; 2.) prior to rental in a residence or business served by a private, potable well; and 3.) prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, if required by the municipality. In addition, if you are a landlord, you are required by the Ordinance to have the water tested. Once tested and all required drinking water parameters have passed safe

drinking standards, the well system is then certified by this agency prior to occupancy. This testing must occur prior to occupancy of a tenant, and at least once every five years if no new tenant (residential or business) occupies the property. A certification of the water system by this agency is good for six months from the date of the test.

Even if you had your well tested in the past and no contaminants were found, it is advisable that you have your well tested periodically. Should contaminants be found in this testing, a report of the found contaminant should be forwarded to this agency.

The Ocean County Health Department strongly recommends that anyone with a private well should have it tested annually for bacteria and nitrates, and at least periodically for the full range of contaminants required by the Private Well Testing Act (NJSA 58:12A-26 et seq).

Slam Dunk Autism Challenge

TOMS RIVER – The Toms River South Boys Basketball Team presents the Slam Dunk Autism Challenge on January 21 at Toms River High School South.

10 a.m. - (H)Toms River North vs. Allentown (Girls)

12 p.m. - (H)Toms River East vs. Ocean Twp. (Boys)

2 p.m. - (H)Toms River East vs. Middletown

North (Girls)

4 p.m. - (H)Marlboro vs. Rumson (Girls) 6 p.m. - (H)Toms River South vs. Academy Charter (Boys)

General Admission is $5. Proceeds donated to Toms River Field of Dreams Project. Event sponsored by Carl’s Fencing, Sal’s Pizza & The Sawmill Café.

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)

3. 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

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)

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Wildlife Rescue 911 – The 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 han -

dle 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.

TOMS RIVER – Join the Ocean County Historical Society on January 22 at 2 p.m. at 26 Hadley Avenue, Toms River as Arthur C. Liese presents the story of Bill Cranmer, an expert carpenter, home builder on LBI, and classic New Jersey Museum quality decoy carver. Mr. Cranmer was a well read, scholarly gentleman. Most importantly, he was a man of character, pride, and integrity.

Arthur C. Liese is the President and Managing Director of the Sporting Gallery and Book Shop, Inc. Founded

in 1933 in New York City, it is the oldest gallery of this unique specialty in this country. He is the leading expert on 20th Century American Sporting Art during the Golden Era of Sport (1927 to 1941). He is an appraiser and well published author and lecturer on this subject.

To register for this free program, send your name, zip code, email address, and the date of the program (January 22) to oceancountyhistory.zoom@ gmail.com.

Agility, Balance, And Coordination

TOMS RIVER – This class is designed to develop a child’s ABCs (agility, balance, and coordination). Children will practice jumping, hopping, balancing, and other basic skills. We will incorporate different props including agility ladders, small hurdles, and balancing

tools which will help build a foundation for simple sports skills. Please wear sneakers and bring a drink. Class will be on January 26 from 1 to 2 p.m. at Program Room, Parks Administration Office, Toms River. Cost is $5 per child. Open to ages 3 to 5 years.

Toms River Police Now Hiring

Susan C. Dunigan

Frank T. Palino

Diana M. Daly

• Manager, NJ Lic. 4328

• Director, NJ Lic. 4359

Advanced Planning Director, NJ Lic. 4920

SUN. MAR. 5 PHILADELPHIA FLOWER SHOW “GARDEN ELECTRIC” $88. 2023 SHOW RETURNS INDOORS AT THE CONVENTION CENTER. INCLUDES ADMISSION. SUN. APR. 30 WIND CREEK CASINO $44. BETHLEHEM, PA. GUESTS RECEIVE $25-$30 SLOT PLAY.

SAT. MAY. 6 AMISH COUNTRY LANCASTER, PA. $85. Includes SHADY MAPLE Lunch, plus visit Bird-in-Hand Bake Shop and Kitchen Kettle Village. WED. JUNE. 7 DAY IN CAPE MAY, N.J. $99. INCLUDES LUNCH AT LOBSTER HOUSE AND HISTORIC DISTRICT TROLLEY TOUR. WED. JUNE. 28 A BEAUTIFUL NOISE - THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL $175. 2PM SHOW - ORCHESTRA

SEATS

THURS. JULY. 6 SIGHT & SOUND THEATER “MOSES” $137. MAIN FLOOR SEATS. INCLUDES BUFFET LUNCH AT SHADY MAPLE. SAT. JULY. 22 NEW YORK YANKEES VS. K.C. ROYALS GOOD SEATS $133.

MAY 20-26 8 DAY KENTUCKY AND NASHVILLE’S “MUSIC CITY” $1079. GRAND OLE OPRY, GENERAL JACKSON LUNCH AND SHOW CRUISE, NOAH’S “ARK ENCOUNTER,” HISTORIC LEXINGTON, KY., BARDSTOWN DISTILLERY. 11 MEALS, TOO!

JUNE 18-21 4 DAY CAPE COD AND MARTHA’S VINEYARD $789.

JULY 11-13 3 DAY FINGER LAKES, N.Y. $675.

SEPT. 10-13 4 DAY COASTAL MAINE $799. KENNEBUNKPORT, OLD ORCHARD BEACH, PORTLAND, CASCO BAY CRUISE.

NOV. 10-17 8 DAY ARUBA - ALL INCLUSIVE CALL FOR PRICE. 7 nts. Beachfront hotel. All meals, drinks, shows; INCLUDES AIRFARE.

Some dates and prices are subject to change.

TOMS RIVER – The Toms River Police

is now hiring for Class I Special Law Enforcement Officer – Seasonal Officer Part Time/Beach District. For a downloadable application, visit tomsrivertownship.com.

INCLUDES DELUXE MOTORCOACH TRANSPORTATION. OVERNIGHT TOUR PRICES INCLUDE HOTELS AND ARE PER PERSON DBL. OCC. TOMS RIVER DEPARTURES. FREE PARKING AVAILABLE. CALL FOR FREE BROCHURE (732) 278 - 2059

Department

“Bill Cranmer: Gentleman, Craftsman, Scholar, And Decoy Carver”

around thE JErSEy ShorE

Rt. 9 To Close Most Nights For Roadwork

By Chris Lundy

TOMS RIVER – A section of Route 9 will be closed during week nights while paving is done after water main work, the State Department of Transportation Advised. The closures will be between Cox Cro Road and Church Road in both directions. Detours are scheduled for between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m. from Monday through Friday nights. The work is expected to be finished in March.

During the construction, drivers heading south on 9 will have to:

• Turn right onto Cox Cro

• Turn left onto Whitesville Road/Route 571

• Turn left onto Stevens Road back to Route 9

Drivers heading north will have to:

• Turn right onto Church Road

• Turn left onto Old Freehold Road

• Turn left onto Cox Crow Road back to Route 9

This is part of a $48.5 million project on approximately seven miles of Rt. 9 between Indian Head Road in Toms River and 2nd Street in Lakewood. There will be eight intersections widened, left turn lanes added, and new traffic lights will be added at Oak Street and Broadway/Chateau Drive in Lakewood.

Additionally, there will be 1.6 miles of new sidewalks, 5.9 miles of reconstructed sidewalks, and ramps to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

The entire project is expected to be done by the summer of 2025.

Garden Club Trip To Philadelphia Flower Show

BERKELEY – Join the Holiday City South Garden Club on March 7 for the Philadelphia Flower Show.

The show’s electrifying and delightfully themed “The Garden Electric,” will focus on striking textures, dazzling array of bold colors, unique shapes, rich fragrances, and wild plant pairings of today’s most dynamic floral designers, lush gardens and landscapes to visitors. The exhibits are set to celebrate the daring, the eccentric, and the joyful side of flowers felt by that spark of joy we get when giving or receiving a gorgeous

bouquet of flowers ... that little bit of magic and electricity felt when moved by seeing something truly beautiful.

Tickets are $85 per person for travel and admission. Enjoy lunch on your own at Tuscany Marketplace, Cherry Hill at either: Toscana Italian Restaurant, Megu Sushi & Hibachi, Bobby Chez (Seafood), the Boiling House (Seafood and noodles) or Hong Kong Fusion.

Contact Carroll at 732-341-4518 or cbaszkowski @aol.com for reservations by January 20.

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!

Crestwood Village 3 Residents Club Dance

WHITING – Crestwood Village 3 Residents Club Snowball Dance will be held on January 21 from 6 to 10 p.m. at Unity Hall, 250 Schoolhouse Road Whiting. Music by DJ Louie. Cost is $10 per person. BYOB. Included: cof -

fee, tea, water, soda, chips and dessert. Tickets sold at Unity Hall on Monday and Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. starting on December 12. No refunds unless cancelled. For any questions, please call 732-993-7100.

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.

By America’s Test Kitchen

It might not be outdoor grilling season, but you can still enjoy barbecue chicken! Start by making a sweet and tangy barbecue sauce in a skillet and then cook the chicken right in the sauce to help it absorb lots of great flavor. Two forks make quick work of shredding (or “pulling”) the cooked chicken (it’s even quicker if you ask the kids to help!)

PULLED BARBECUE CHICKEN SANDWICHES

Serves 4

1/2 cup ketchup 1 tablespoon molasses 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon cider vinegar 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

1. In a liquid measuring cup, whisk together ketchup, molasses, mustard, vinegar and Worcestershire sauce. Set aside.

2. In a 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat for 1 minute (oil should be hot but not smoking). Add shallot, chili powder, and salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until shallot is softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in ketchup mixture, scraping up any browned bits.

3. Add chicken to skillet. Bring mixture to boil. Reduce heat to mediumlow, cover, and simmer for 4 minutes.

4. Flip chicken pieces over. Cover and simmer until chicken registers 165 degrees on instant-read thermometer, 4 to 6 minutes. Turn off heat.

shallot

finely

5. Transfer chicken to a large plate. Let cool slightly, then use 2 forks to shred chicken into bite-size pieces. Return shredded chicken to skillet and stir to coat with sauce.

6. Heat chicken over medium heat until warmed through, 1 to 2 minutes. Evenly divide shredded chicken between hamburger buns. Top with pickle chips, if using, and serve.

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By Jeraldine Saunders

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