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Soup R Bowl Chili Challenge Serves Up A Hot Time

By Bob Vosseller LAKEHURST – It

didn’t feature Chiefs or Eagles, but a recent event hosted by the Borough’s Historical Society was equally “souper.”

A lot of fun and food was cooked up at the Borough Community Center during this year’s Lakehurst Historical Society Soup

Council Discusses Cyber Security, Cell Phone Tower

By Bob Vosseller

MANCHESTER – Cy-

ber security, a rent control ordinance and the status of a cell phone tower were among the varied topics discussed during a recent Township Council meeting.

Council Vice President James Vaccaro expressed concerns about cyber security asking, “what failsafes do we have in place to

protect the IT systems against professional (hackers)? Also are we insured by invasion and damages sustained to our IT systems?”

Business Administrator Brandon Umba responded, “as you know from last year in the capital budget we did add a number of items to make our cyber security more robust and that

DEP To Hold Hearing On Ciba

By Chris Lundy

TOMS RIVER – After local environmentalists held a meeting to educate the public about the proposed settlement for the former Ciba-Geigy site, the State Department of Environmental Protection has agreed to host one as well.

The meeting will take place at the same location – Toms River High School North’s auditorium – at 6 p.m. on March 13. Additionally, the

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Physical Therapist Introduces Qigong

By Bob Vosseller

JACKSON – For many, starting out the new year with a focus on health is at the top on the resolutions list. A recent program called “Qigong: for Health and Life Energy” at the Manchester Library fit that goal nicely.

The program, sponsored by the Friends of the Manchester Branch, featured presenter Sachiko Komagata, a licensed physical therapist who incorporated Tai Chai and Qigong in rehabilitation of individuals with a variety of diseases and injuries. She works at Georgian Court University as an Associate Professor in Integrative Health and

her additional titles are Director of Advising and Program Director of Integrative Health.

“Our program is a part of Hackensack-Meridian Health School of Nursing and Wellness at GCU. I teach both undergraduate and graduate courses in Integrative Health, but also teach Tai Chi and Qigong as a physical education activity course at GCU,” she said.

Qigong uses movement, breathing and meditation to your life energy (qi) and enhances your awareness of qi within your body as well your surroundings.

Her recent workshop at the Manchester Library (Qigong

To Locals

–Photo by Bob Vosseller

Presenter Sachiko Komagata, a licensed physical therapist, demonstrates and explains Qigong during a recent program held at the Manchester branch of the Ocean County Library.

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(Top) The Lakehurst Historical Society members Deb Levinson, left joins Trustee Kim Milana in serving up the soups during their popular fundraiser event.

(Bottom) Lakehurst Mayor Harry Robbins (center) served up some tasty chili while Councilwoman Patricia Hodges provided some butternut squash soup in representation of the borough.

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Council:

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“I believe we complied with all the requirements we need to meet when we applied for that. All of that was done in last year’s capital budget,” Umba added.

Vaccaro also reminded the public about taking protective measures against the COVID-19 virus and its variants.

Mayor Robert Arace discussed rent control within the township’s private developments noting increases by landlords of rental owners in the past year.

“This is a high infl ationary period of time and we’re seeing increases of rentals

of manufactured homes of 7 percent or more. Some have been negotiated down but many residents from those communities have come to me on the campaign trail and they have some of the same concerns. Our administration along with our new attorney (Lauren R. Staiger) is working on an ordinance that establishes the parameters of that and what it would look like,” Mayor Arace added.

With legislation that significant, it would be important to get council members’ input on it, which is one of the reasons he said the council is looking to establish a Legislative Committee.

Arace said the Legislative Committee would be formed whose membership “would review the parameters of bills that

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impact age restricted communities and would provide input towards the rent control ordinance.”

Development Concerns

Resident Judy Noonan mentioned during the public comment period rumors of development on property on Cherry and Lacey Road.

“I don’t believe an application has come in but they had, during the prior administration, to put 96 apartments in with three lots made for veterans’ homes but they never came back to make a formal application,” Umba responded.

“I believe the last we met with them was during the summer of 2022,” he added.

Umba also responded to Noonan’s request for an update on what she described as the “infamous (cell phone) tower” in Whiting saying he gave the township’s new attorney some documentation on the contract with American Tower “and some e-mails went out with them that have not been answered back.”

“We are still investigating all of that and seeing what we can do but from my understanding, AT&T is on the tower and Verizon was out and it appears that the reception

is a lot better for Verizon but they did not confi rm it being live and they are supposed to,” Umba added.

Political Concerns

Resident Karen Perry said she was appalled “that last time and this time (during council meetings) there were so many things added onto the agenda that not all council people were aware of. I think that is poor business and a poor way of running business.”

This was in reference to a number of professional appointments that were added to the agenda at last minute. These high-paying jobs were awarded to people with political connections.

“I’ve been here for 45 years and I remember, and we are bi-partisan and these are elected officials and they all deserve respect from our administration and each other that things don’t slide through the cracks. Don’t turn this into 1985,” Perry said, referring to the corrupt government from that era.

“Take the personalities out of this, put the principals back into what Manchester is made of. Please do the best for Manchester. Let’s not go backwards. Let’s go forwards,” she added.

So ball League Seeking New Players

MANCHESTER – Manchester Senior Softball League is looking for softball players who would be interested in joining the league for the 2023 season to play Recre-

ational Softball. Games are played Monday and Wednesday mornings, May through August. For additional information contact Fred Bohinski @ 848-261-1884.

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R Bowl Chili Challenge. Joining the LHS were local clubs and organizations whose members made soups and chili and competed for the trophies of People’s Choice. Among those groups hitting the gridiron were the Borough First Aid Squad, Police Department, Fleet Reserve, Arista Care Cooking Club, and LHS itself.

Attendees also had the opportunity to win several gift baskets during an auction and a 50/50.

Mayor Harry Robbins and Councilwoman Patricia Hodges found themselves with different titles. The mayor and sometimes council members serve as judges for this event. That is no easy task but he was spared that chore this year as he and Hodges participated in it, representing the governing body.

The mayor’s tangy chilly warmed up the day of those who took a sampling while Councilwoman Hodges prepared some delicious soup.

“No judge this year,” the mayor said with a smile. “It is a tough job. All the ingredients we used are right on this sheet. We prepared it all last night and put it into the crock pot. I ground my own beef.”

“I’d like to say I grew my own butternut squash for my soup but I can’t,” Hodges said with a laugh.

Along with her butternut squash soup Hodges put out, “little mini corn muffi ns here. We know how to do it right.”

The LHS served up a two-bowl soup

combo with Councilwoman Bernadette Dugan’s mushroom soup. Dugan is a longtime member of the organization. The group’s second offering was tortellini soup.

“A few years ago, I was here with my son and we served up some lasagna soup,” LHS Trustee Kim Milana said.

Next to Milana was member Deb Levinson who noted both soups were getting very positive responses from those who tried them.

Representing the Borough Police Department was Lt. Iain James who provided some “Hot Pursuit Chili.” “I like to have a little fun with the names. I think it is the spices that really make the chili. It is the same recipe I make every year.”

When asked how many years the police department has been part of the popular event, the officer replied, “quite a few. Six years at least. Probably ever since this event started.”

Council President and Borough First Aid Squad member Steven Oglesby and Squad ambulance driver Marcy Gyer were representing the Squad with their chili offering for the event.

When asked when they last won the event, Gyer remarked, “this year. This is a different recipe and it is better than last year.”

“One of our squad members does all this for us,” Oglesby said.

“Yeah, we watch it and she makes it,” Gyer added.

Oglesby added with a laugh, “well we carried it in.”

Fleet Reserve Association 124 has won the event in the past and they were hoping too again. Member Michael Smith who made the chili this year said, “this is a whole new chili recipe.”

The Arista Cooking Club offered something different this year, Hungarian goulash. “I went on a cruise that went through Europe last year and I visited an area that served up Hungarian goulash. I liked it and I got the recipe,” Bonnie McAuliffe said.

She is a regular at the event having worked as activities director at Arista Care. She retired last year and her daughter Jessica took over that position.

“She retired and I stepped in. We wanted to get the trophy back so I told her we need her,” McAuliffe’s daughter said.

The gift basket prizes fi lled the stage. “They were all donated by our members and several organizations donated these and some of our local businesses too,” LHS Trustee Heather Cramer said.

Proceeds of the event benefited the Lakehurst Borough Historical Society Museum located across the street from the Community Center.

Event Chairperson Kathy Abrahamsen reported this year’s winners. The winners of Judge’s Choice were Lakehurst Volunteer First Aid Squad for chili. People’s Choice for soup went to Arista Care. People’s Choice for chili went to the Fleet Reserve. Two second place People’s Choice winners were Lakehurst Volunteer First Aid “Misty’s Chili” and Lakehurst Police’s “Hot Pursuit Chili.”

–Photo by Bob Vosseller

Councilwoman Bernadette Dugan puts in her gift basket tickets for a variety of prizes during this year’s Lakehurst Historical Society Soup R Bowl Chili Challenge event.

OPINIONS & COMMENTARY

Pop Culture: They Don’t Make ‘Em Like This Any More

On New Year’s Eve my friends and I didn’t watch the show before the ball dropped. We knew what those shows are like - a bunch of celebrities we don’t know or care about, some musical acts for us to turn our noses up at, and complaining about what pop culture is today.

Instead, we opted to watch blocks of 1980s music videos. They were comfortable, if cringey. A nice walk down memory lane. We knew who everyone was, and we could skip them if we didn’t like them.

We all talked about how good music used to be

In Praise Of Local QuickChek

I’ve heard many people claim that stores such as QuickChek don’t care about their employees. I’m setting that claim straight.

I work at the store on the corner of S. New Prospect and Bethel Church Roads. They hired me as a cashier knowing I have a significant disability. They have allowed me to bring my chair in and sit between waiting on customers. They have been consistently helpful,

and how it isn’t as good anymore.

Pop culture is the only culture we all share. These songs become a part of our identity. And when music changes, we feel like we’ve lost something.

And what’s worse - is that politicians and people on TV turn this into an “Us vs Them” situation. They weaponize pop culture to turn generations against each other.

Next time you’re on Facebook, pay attention to how many sites there are designed to make you feel good about your pop culture while saying others’ are bad.

“They don’t make good

music any more. Kids today don’t know the classics. They ruined this TV show. The remake sucks.”

Comments like this are said so often that no one even stops to really think about it. But you should always question general statements like this.

When you say “There’s no good music today” or something similar, you might think it makes you sound decisive. But really it shows you don’t know what’s going on. Pick your favorite type of music. Can you even name five artists in that genre who had their debut after 2010? After 2000? Take a minute and really

think. Unless you listen exclusively to chamber music, every genre has had new and exciting artists coming out every year. Sure, some of it is garbage. But there are some real gems, too, that you’re missing out on.

Part of it is that you’re not the target audience anymore. Record companies have always aimed at the late teen to early 20s demographic, and that probably doesn’t describe the person who’s reading this editorial in a newspaper. It sure doesn’t describe the person who wrote it. You might not even know how to listen to the music being released today.

Letters To The Editor

My 15-year-old daughter put some albums on her Christmas list that were only available via download. No physical copy of the album exists.

My point in all this is to ask you to avoid speaking in generalizations like “today’s music/movies/shows/ whatever are bad.” By doing that, you’re giving in to the politicians’ desire to categorize, separate, and pit us against each other. They want you to think of everything in terms of “Us and Them (Pink Floyd, 1972).”

Watching those blocks of music videos reminded me that that for every excellent band from my childhood

like Queen, there was also a Kajagoogoo. So, my point is there was crap back when we were young, too.

By the way, the song that goes “They Don’t Write ‘Em Like That Anymore” is actually called “The Breakup Song,” and it was released by the Greg Kihn band in 1981. So someone was talking about music changing and it was put out four decades ago. I guess no matter how much music changes, “It’s Still Rock ‘n Roll To Me (Billy Joel, 1980).”

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supportive, and understanding since day one.

When I was diagnosed with breast cancer several months ago, they all signed a card and gave me flowers. When I received surgery, they gave me another card, and totally understood the time I would need off. They have understood the increased tiredness I feel due to the current radiation I’m getting, and have allowed me to leave my shift early. I even received a Team Member of the Month award! I can’t imagine working for a better place, and on April 29th, I’ll

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be celebrating 1 year with them. Does QuickChek care about their employees? Most definitely yes!

Slow Down Boats To Help Sea Life

Financial Aid For Pet Parents

It has occurred to me that there are so many animals, cats and dogs, that are in shelters and begging for a permanent home and many seniors that are alone and needing companionship that something should be done to remedy this situation. The cost of adoption and the veterinary costs are so high that both seniors and animals are being kept from each other.

I adopted a Bichon Frise from Bichon rescue and paid $300 for him. No problem since they had him dewormed and vaccinated and kept him until he found a home. He was born in a puppy mill in Pennsylvania and then was taken by a hoarder. He was rescued from her and the rescue put him up for adoption. He subsequently got bladder stones and had surgery (over

$3,000). Had to have a urinary diet without calcium and his teeth became decayed from the lack of calcium and had dental surgery to remove half of his teeth ($1,400). His specialty food costs approximately $110 per month. He has skin allergies and needs allergy shots periodically and gets skin infections, ear and anal gland infections that don’t heal due to a diminished immune system. My last three vet bills were $400, over $350 and $280. I pay it because he needs care and I love him. He is now 17 years old and has had a great life with me.

and other sea life.

Scott Miller The PETA Foundation

Stephanie Brown Jackson Redraw Districts Fairly

I had a thought, what if a program could be developed to have seniors adopt a pet and register for a discounted care plan for that pet?

Vet bills are very high and people on a fixed income cannot have a pet and pets get euthanized that could have loving homes. Maybe someone in government can come up with a solution and make the senior years better for pets and people.

A sincere pet lover and senior citizen.

Constance DePrima Berkeley

Regulating vessel speeds along the U.S. east coast to protect right whales is a critical step in saving this endangered species and balancing our fragile aquatic ecosystem. And in the long run, it is an important step in economic growth and development.

Abducting fish and other animals - sensitive, complex living beings who feel pain just as we do - from their ocean homes is an unsustainable industry, harmful to the environment and harmful to our health. Fish flesh stores dangerous contaminants that can cause liver damage, nervous system disorders, and fetal damage; dioxins, which have also been linked to cancer; and radioactive substances. The corporate world of lobster and crab fishing often leads to serious food-safety violations.

Automobiles rendered the horse and buggy obsolete. Personal computers did the same to the typewriter business. It’s time to invest in innovative, cruelty-free industries before it’s too late for right whales

Gerrymandering is a way for politicians to stay in power by manipulating boundaries so as to favor one party or class. This practice empowers politicians and plays games with the voters, diminishing their voting power.

Recently voters in Michigan finally overcame long time gerrymandering by passing a citizen-led ballot initiative that created an Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission to draw congressional maps. This initiative earned 61% of the vote and won in 66 out of 83 counties statewide, showing that voters from across the political spectrum wanted to unite against the rigging of elections through gerrymandering and live under fair maps.

New Jersey citizens should now do the same and stop politicians from playing boundary games to stay in power!

Patricia Murphy Toms River

Congressman Calls To Pause O

shore Wind Projects Over Whale Death Concerns

From The Desk Of Congressman Chris Smith

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Amid growing concerns over recent whale deaths, ongoing questions about environmental impacts and a call from 12 Jersey shore mayors for a moratorium on offshore wind activity, Rep. Chris Smith (R-Manchester) urged two Biden Administration Secretaries in separate letters to immediately suspend all offshore wind projects until “ecological safety can be assured.”

Smith, writing on behalf of the 12 may-

ors, including four from his own congressional district, said, “I share their concerns regarding the several offshore wind projects under development off the coast of New Jersey, and their requisite impact on recent whale deaths, as well as the potential impacts on the broader environment and the fishing industry.”

“Over the course of the past several months, there have been repeated instances of dead whales washing up on New Jersey’s shoreline, and the proximity of nearby offshore wind development has raised concerns that ongoing activity on these projects may be contributing to whale fatalities,” Smith said in his January 30th letters to Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo and Interior Secretary

Deb Haaland.

“The federal government has a responsibility to ensure the Jersey Shore’s environmental viability, and any projects that may affect not only whales, but the broader marine ecosystem and the economy it sustains, must be comprehensively reviewed before allowed to proceed,” said Smith.

“The New Jersey mayors, local environmental leaders, and members of the fishing community all share a deep concern that four major offshore wind projects have been approved concurrently within the span of two years. That these projects are being built at such a large scale and in such a short amount of time casts doubt over whether there was sufficient time to properly evaluate these projects’ impact on marine ecosystems, fisheries, shipping channels, tourism, and other important factors that may be affected,”

Smith said in the letters.

“It was recently reported that, last year, the Delaware Riverkeeper Network raised a concern that construction related to offshore wind was harmful to Atlantic sturgeon.

While at first their review overlooked this concern, NOAA subsequently found new information corroborating this claim. Still, construction continued in the interim, causing undue environmental harm,” Smith wrote.

“Similarly, the lack of conclusive evidence disproving the link between offshore wind development and whale deaths is sufficient enough to require a pause until assurances can be made to the public that the environmental and maritime safety of these projects has been properly reviewed,” Smith continued.

“Accordingly, I request that all work be suspended until such time that ecological safety can be assured,” wrote Smith.

Cory Booker: New Plan Would Incentivize Reducing Food Waste

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Two new bills, the Zero Food Waste Act and the Cultivating Organic Matter through the Promotion Of Sustainable Techniques (COMPOST) Act, were introduced to reduce the amount of food wasted in the U.S. and to redirect food waste to composting projects.

Zero Food Waste Act

In the U.S., nearly half of all food produced is lost or wasted, which means an estimated $408 billion is spent on growing, processing, transporting, storing, and disposing of food that is never consumed. Landfills are now the third-largest source of methane in the U.S., and food is the single largest input by weight in our landfills and incinerators. This bill would create a new Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) administered grant program for state, local, tribal, and territorial governments and for nonprofits, which would offer three types of grants: planning grants, measurement grants, and reduction grants. Planning grants could be used to investigate the kinds of food waste mitigation projects or policies would be most impactful within a given community. Measurement grants could be used to better understand the amount of food waste generated in the state or community.

Reduction grants could be used to fund an assortment of different types of projects. For instance, food waste prevention projects could stop the generation of food waste. Recycling projects could reuse food waste as a feedstock for other non-food products, such as composting. Rescuing projects could redirect surplus food to places like food shelters. Upcycling projects could make new food from ingredients that would otherwise go to landfills. Additionally, localities could use the grant funding to implement food waste landfill disposal or incineration

restrictions designed to stop food waste. COMPOST Act

Composting is one of the most environmentally friendly means of disposing of food waste and other organic waste. Not only does composting emit a smaller quantity of greenhouse gasses compared to alternative disposal methods, it also yields a valuable soil additive that enhances soil health, which in turn makes the soil a better absorber of carbon, while also making the land more resilient to climate change-fueled disasters like wildfi res and floods. Additionally, while there is growing interest by individuals and businesses across the country to compost food scraps and compostable packaging, there is not enough composting infrastructure in the U.S. to meet this demand.

This bill would add composting as a conservation practice for U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) conservation programs. Both the act of producing compost from organic waste and using compost on a farm would qualify as a conservation practice. It also would create new USDA grant and loan guarantee programs for composting infrastructure projects, including both large-scale composting facilities as well as farm, home, or community-based projects.

The bills were introduced by U.S. Senators Cory Booker (D-N.J.) and Tina Smith (DMN), both members of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, and U.S. Representatives Julia Brownley (D-CA), Ann McLane Kuster (D-NH), and Chellie Pingree (D-ME) introduced

“The economic, environmental, and public health costs of our country’s food waste problem have become too large to ignore,” said Senator Cory Booker, a member of the Senate Agriculture Committee. “We need to invest

in solutions that prevent food waste, divert it to hungry Americans, or if there’s no other option, ensure that food is composted instead of landfilled. My bills will help create such a system by funding local, state, and tribal projects to reduce food waste and encouraging the development of composting infrastructure.”

“Americans waste more than 40% of the food they purchase. More alarmingly, the food production and subsequent waste have significant impacts on greenhouse gas emissions,” said Representative Julia Brownley. “Smart policies that curb food waste and

promote composting will undoubtedly lessen the impacts of climate change. The Zero Food Waste Act and COMPOST Act incentivize and encourage farmers to implement more sustainable farming practices and provide local governments with the resources to develop strategies that will reduce the amount of food waste that local communities generate. We must take bold action in the fight to protect our resources and our environment for future generations, including through the development of sustainable food systems.”

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public comment period on the settlement has been extended another two months.

The purpose of the meeting is to provide information to the public and to take questions, the DEP said.

“We hope that this extension of the comment period and opportunity for direct engagement with DEP officials will provide members of the public with additional opportunities to learn more about the assessment and proposed restoration of injured natural resources, and to ask questions about the proposed settlement,” said DEP Deputy Commissioner Sean D. Moriarty.

Ciba-Geigy opened in 1952 and closed in 1990. It manufactured dyes and other chemicals, dumping the waste into the river and the ground. Many people attribute the area’s cancer cluster to its operation. 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.

The former Ciba land is 1,255 acres between Route 37 and Oak Ridge Parkway, west of the Garden State Parkway. According to a settlement announced on December 5 by the State Department of Environmental Protection, 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 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 portion that won’t be part of the preservation project is about 255 acres that are currently zoned as light industrial with an entrance onto Route 37.

German company 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.

How To Comment

Comments about the settlement may be submitted electronically at onrr@dep. nj.gov. Comments will be accepted until April 5.

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

Ragtimers Lunch And Show

WHITING – The Women’s Club of Deerfield Hall is again presenting the Ragtimers on April 22 at the clubhouse 6 Congasia Rd. Whiting. Lunch is from 12 to 1 p.m. and show from 2 to 3 p.m. Cost

is $17. Includes sandwich of your choice (five to pick from), Dessert and beverage. Reservations for tables of eight or more taken. Tickets on sale now call Rosie at 732-503-3043.

Qigong:

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From Page 1 helped individuals learn about qigong and how to incorporate it into their daily routine and to enhance their quality of life.

“I went to Georgian Court University for a program with a friend who introduced me to it. I wanted to learn more,” Whiting resident Jeanne Kineyko said. She was one of the more than 20 people who attended the program.

Komagata stressed that, “Qigong is for everyone. No matter your mobility and fitness level or age. Anyone can learn. It is something you can initiate on your own and at your own pace.”

“Qigong has a long history and therefore and if you learned it from someone you could learn it totally different from another person. That is one disclaimer I wanted to share with you. If you learn something different today, great,” she added.

“That doesn’t mean that something you learned before is wrong or right. There are just so many ways to practice,” Komagata said. She presented a short background on the practice before imitating some practice sessions.

Komagata said there were some key concepts that she wished to share with the audience. “The Qi part meaning air, a life force and energy that goes through your system or body, the gong part, means cultivating as self-practice.”

She further explained that the technique helps individuals “work with the chi energy that is already within you. Someone in Canada said it was cultivating a relationship with energy and becoming aware of energy and how it circulates and flows through your body. I like that defi nition best.”

“Qigong originated in China over 1,000 years ago. It can be practiced wherever you are and you may not need physical movement at all. There are many ways people practice,” she said.

One question from the audience was whether the practice was aimed at adults only. “Children can practice. I have a child and when she was young, she was taught the practice,” Komagata replied.

She also urged those involved with it to continue with regular practice of at least every week. “Continuous practice seems to give individuals the most health benefit. Some of the research shows there is a psychological benefit with a reduction of anxiety or a reduction of depressive episodes which is a positive for everybody. We want to feel better and mental is just as important as physical health.”

Komagata told The Manchester Times after the program, “so many people have anxiety and depression today. Those that come to Tai Chi or Qigong classes are able to capture a little piece of peacefulness and even that little bit, I think is helpful.”

Komagata added that professionally, “I was working as a physical therapist at an acute care hospital in Philadelphia suburb for over a decade. As a physical therapist, I used Tai Chi and Qigong principles in some of the movement therapies. Then after completing my PhD at Temple University, I took the Assistant Professor position at GCU in 2004. I have learned and practiced Tai Chi and Qigong for on and off over 30 years, but for the past four years or so, I am practicing regularly almost daily. I have been searching for an organization and instructors all this time and I fi nally found Tai Chi for Health Institute which helped me practice more consistently.”

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Annual Installation Dinner

Whiting Fire Company Sta. 33

– Photo courtesy Whiting Fire Company Sta. 33 years)

WHITING – The annual installation dinner for Whiting Fire Company Sta. 33 was recently held. 2023 administrative and fi rematic officers were officially sworn into office by Mayor Robert Arace. In addition, the following awards were presented:

Jeffrey Sloan Member of the Year Award: Jack Coleman

Length of Service: Jim Sodon (41 years)

Length of Service: Rodney Sloan Sr (43

Length of Service: David Romans (47 years)

They would like to thank all who celebrated including our mayor and council members in attendance. Lastly, they would like to thank our mutual aid partner, Joint Base MDL FD for covering calls for the station. They look forward to serving the community in 2023.

Silvio M. Silvi Neil D. Honschke Ralph F. Fedele

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Girl Scouts Visit Town Hall

–Photo courtesy Manchester Township MANCHESTER – Mayor Robert Arace, Councilman Joseph Hankins, and Chief Robert Dolan were pleased to welcome Girl Scout Troop 342 to the Municipal Complex, where they received a tour of Town Hall including the Mayor’s Office, Police Department, and Municipal Court. It was a pleasure to host these scouts and explain how our local government and police department work. Thank you for visiting!

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MAR.19 IRISH CABARET STARRING ANDY COONEY @ HUNTERDON HILLS PLAYHOUSE $136/pp

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MAR.30 MOSES AT SIGHT & SOUND THEATRE LANCASTER, PA $144/pp

Includes Lunch at Shady Maple & Center Orch Seat.

MAR.30 MY MOTHER’S ITALIAN, MY FATHERS IS JEWISH I’M IN THERAPY $99/pp

Includes $25 Slot Play, $15 Food Voucher, and Show.

APR. 4 MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET AT HUNTERDON HILLS PLAYHOUSE $125/pp

Includes Lunch Before Show.

APR.11 FOUR BY FOUR AT WIND CREEK CASINO BETHLEHEM, PA $99/pp

Includes $25 Slot Play & Show.

APR.27 THE KENNY ROGERS BAND PRESENTS THOUGH THE YEARS FT.DON GATLIN TROPICANA $99/pp

Includes $25 Slot Play, $15 Food Voucher, Show Ticket.

APR. 27 MOSES AT SIGHT & SOUND THEATRE LANCASTER, PA $144/pp

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MAY 23-27 5 DAY GREAT SMOKEY MOUNTAINS ADVENTURE $1098/pp Dbl. Occ.

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MAY 24 FUNNY GIRL MUSICAL STARING LEA MICHELE AS FANNY BRICE $254/pp

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MAY 24 A BEAUTIFUL NOISE THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL $224/pp

Includes Orchestra Seat & Lunch.

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MAY 31 MJ THE MICHEAL JACKSON MUSICAL $226/pp

Includes Orchestra Seat & Lunch.

MAY 31 SWEENEY TODD STARING JOSH GROBAN $224/pp

Includes Orchestra Seat & Lunch.

JUNE 4-6 3 DAY 1000 ISLAND & BOLDT CASTLE $739/pp Dbl.Occ.

Package Includes 2 Nights Lodging at 1000 Island Hotel, Boldt Castle, Boat Tour

2 Breakfasts, 2 Dinners, Antique Boat Musuem, Local Winery for Tasting.

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.

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.

JULY 5-13 8 NIGHT EASTERN CARIBBEAN CRUISE $2016/pp Dbl.Occ. Departs from New York City on the beautiful Carnival Venezia. Includes: Roundtrip Transportation,Mid ship Balcony, All Gratuities, Port fees, Travel Insurance. $50 cabin credit.

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Manchester Division Of Emergency Services Employee Spotlight

MANCHESTER – Manchester Township Emergency Services has decided to provide their diligent staff with the opportunity to introduce themselves to whom they serve! They will display a spotlight for our employees every month so you can learn about who we are. This month they’ll highlight EMT Alan Skolkin.

Alan joined the Manchester Township Emergency Services as an EMT in June of 2021. He is a full-time member in the Division of Medical Services.

Prior to joining Manchester, Alan was an EMT for RWJ Barnabas Health in Hamilton where he currently works as a per diem. He earned his EMT certification in August of 2020 after being a volunteer with Jackson Township EMS. He also currently spends time at Freehold EMS as a per diem EMT.

Currently, Alan is in his sixth year in the Army National Guard where he is an Intelligence Analyst, which he holds a Combat Life Saver certification.

One of his co-workers describe Alan as “a dedicated EMT and a great friend who

always strives to better himself as a provider and as a person. He is always willing to help and does it with a smile on his face.”

You can find Alan shredding the mountains on the east coast or moshing to his favorite live bands.

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Residents Club will hold an Italian dinner event on February 18 from 3 to 6 p.m. at Unity Hall, 250 Schoolhouse Road, Whiting. Cost is $15 per person. BYOB. Included: pasta, meatballs, salad, bread, dessert, coffee, tea, soda and water. Tickets on sale at Unity Hall on Monday and Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. No refunds unless cancelled. For any questions, call 732-993-7100.

– Photo courtesy Manchester Division of Emergency Services

Vendors Sought For Spring Cra Fair Fundraiser

MANCHESTER – On March 18 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., there will be a craft fair at the Manchester Branch of the Ocean County Library. The Friends of the Manchester Branch are looking for vendors with unique gift and craft items to sell. The cost to become a vendor is only $15 per one five-foot table. The money earned by the Friends that day will come entirely from vendor fees collected. Vendors will keep all amounts made from their sales.

If you would like to help support the Friends of the Manchester Branch by selling your items, call Pat Saley at 908-930-6143. The event will take place rain or shine since it is being held indoors. All proceeds from this event will go toward enhancing programming and extending the ability to meet other needs of the Manchester Branch Library.

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

Expect Moderate Noise is Month From Joint Base

By Alyssa Riccardi

LAKEHURST – If you happen to hear loud booms in the area, it’s the soldiers training at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst (JBMDL).

Every month, JBMDL releases their “Noise Level Calendar” so residents know when to expect mild or severe noise. This is to deter calls to local 911 dispatchers. The calendar is labeled with three different levels of noise: slight

noise, moderate noise and abundant noise.

For the month of February, a majority of days are scheduled for “moderate noise.” Some key days to look out for are February 18 and 19 which are scheduled for “high noise.” Additionally, February 12 is scheduled for “low noise.” Noise levels are subject to change without notice due to training requirements and weather, JBMDL said.

Principals Accept Mini Grants

– Photo courtesy Manchester Township Educational Foundation

MANCHESTER – Congratulations to Whiting, Manchester and Ridgeway Elementary schools as well as the Middle School and Regional Day school! The principals accepted the mini grant checks on behalf of the teachers who applied. They are looking forward to the benefit the students will gain from this donation!

Manchester Democratic Club To Meet

MANCHESTER –The Manchester Democratic Club will hold its monthly club meeting on Saturday, February 18.

A light breakfast is offered at 9:30 a.m. for a suggested $5 donation, followed by the business meeting at 10 a.m. A guest speaker will discuss energy savings programs available to area residents.

Manchester and Lakehurst Democrats are invited to attend monthly meetings, and to become a club member.

Contact us at info@manchesterdems.com and visit our website at manchesterdems. com. Meetings are held on the third Saturday of every month at the Presbyterian Church of Lakehurst, 101 Orchard Street, Lakehurst.

Meghan Doctor Named To Dean’s List

WHITING – Meghan Doctor of Whiting is one of 1,257 students named to the Dean’s List at East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania (ESU) for the Fall 2022 semester of the 2022-2023 academic year, according to Margaret Ball D.M.A., interim provost and vice president for

academic affairs.

Students eligible for the Dean’s List are those who have attained a 3.50 quality point average or better and are enrolled full-time. The letter grade “B” earns 3 quality points per credit, and the grade “A” earns 4 quality points per credit.

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Manchester Schools Launches New Volunteer Program

MANCHESTER – The Manchester Township School District is excited to welcome residents from Manchester Township to volunteer in the new Manchester Schools Volunteer Program.

The school district recognizes that the services of volunteers can enrich the educational program, assist and support staff members, and enhance the relationship between the school district and the community. The school district’s goal is to match and place interested volunteers in the school setting that best fi ts the school’s need for support starting in the Spring of 2023. We encourage interested residents, especially those among our senior population, to volunteer their time, knowledge, and talents to the new Manchester Schools Volunteer Program by contacting volunteer@mtschools.org. After sharing with us their desire to volunteer in the schools, residents will be provided a volunteer interest application to share contact information and specific interests, the field of expertise, or the special skill they would like to share with our students. This application

further helps us pair community members with the appropriate volunteer placement. Volunteers will then be contacted with the date when a brief, required volunteer program training will be held to onboard the fi rst group of volunteers and provide them with directions for the next steps in getting started.

“We have had tremendous interest from community members who are wanting to share their support for our schools through volunteering,” says John Berenato, Superintendent of Schools. “Educating and supporting our students is a community effort and by launching a formal volunteer program, the school district welcomes Manchester residents to share in support of the education of our students.”

If you are a parent of a child in the school district and would like to volunteer, you are encouraged to join The Manchester Township PTA. If you are a resident who is interested in volunteering during the school day at the new Manchester Schools Volunteer Program, submit an email expressing your interest to volunteer@ mtschools.org.

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–Photo courtesy Manchester Township Education Association MANCHESTER – The High School staff was feeling a bit Chili, as they held a scholarship fundraiser chili cookoff ! The competition was fierce, and in the end, Maryann Adams brought home the gold! A great event for a great cause!

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4 Ways Hearing & Vision Work Together

Hearing actually enhances sight, According to a UCLA study, both senses work as a team to help you perceive and participate in the world around you. Study participants ran through a series of trials to correctly identify the direction in which a display of dots moved. Hearing the direction in which the dots were collectively traveling enhanced participants’ ability to see the direction of the movement.

Visually challenged seniors are more likely to experience hearing loss, A study published in the medical journal JAMA Ophthalmology uncovered links between age-related vision and hearing problems. Researchers found that even after considering age, the two conditions are somehow linked and “have a cumulative effect on function and well-being, significantly affecting both physical and mental domains.”

Vision and hearing loss accompany cognitive decline; Research shows that either condition is connected to reduced brain functioning over time. One study found that participants with the most profound vision impairment had the lowest average scores on cognition tests. And hearing-challenged seniors on average

may experience significantly reduced cognitive function at least three years before their normal-hearing counterparts. Healthy eyes and ears help you keep your balance. It’s pretty obvious that seeing your best helps you stay upright, but many people may not realize that the inner ear also plays an important role in maintaining balance. Conversely, untreated hearing loss could nearly triple your risk of a fall, per a study from Johns Hopkins. We all know that eyes and ears play a huge role in experiencing life’s adventures. Seeing and hearing the people, places, and moments that matter create wonderful, lasting memories. What fewer people know is that sight and hearing are intertwined. Here are four reasons to make regular checkups for hearing and vision an important part of your wellness plan: Hearing and vision work together to help you live your best life, so remember to keep them both healthy. Start with a hearing checkup by contacting us today! 732-818-3610 (Toms River & Whiting) or 609-978-8946 (Manahawkin).

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6 Important Tips To Stay Safe On Laxatives

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Laxatives are intended to stay in the gut, however, some can affect the central nervous system indirectly by impacting electrolyte balance or stripping away the body’s natural gut microflora.

One in particular called MiraLAX® (PEG 3350) is an “osmotic” laxative. It draws water into the colon which softens the stools and stimulates peristalsis and ultimately a bowel movement. Like all other osmotic laxatives, it has the potential to mildly alter electrolyte balance in the bloodstream, although that effect is rare if it is used properly according to label directions.

MiraLAX is FDA-approved to treat constipation in adults only and is only supposed to be used for a week. It is recommended for opiate-induced constipation in adults. In a short time frame like these scenarios, you should not experience any untoward effects.

But what if you took it for several months? What if you gave an adult-only drug to a small child? What if your doctor told you to keep taking it beyond a week?

Overusing, misusing or abusing laxatives is common and leads to unwanted side effects. The electrolytes that were in homeostasis in the bloodstream become altered unnaturally when laxatives are used chronically.

The FDA has received reports of behavioral changes over the years, especially in children taking PEG 3350. These include agitation and aggression and other behavioral issues. The relationship between PEG 3350 and these side effects hasn’t been formally tied together with a clinical trial. It’s what’s called “anecdotal” and these types of laxatives remain popular all over the world.

But are psychiatric/emotional problems even

possible? Impacting the water-to-mineral balance with laxatives, or any drug for that matter may cause the following shifts in any person, which can cause dozens of problems.

Laxatives notoriously cause:

Hypokalemia - low potassium in the blood

Hyponatremia - low sodium in the blood

Hypermagnesemia - high magnesium in the blood

Gut problems - the destruction of healthy gut microflora

Symptoms from these electrolyte imbalances may cause headaches, teary eyes, depression, anxiety, aggression, confusion, dizziness, muscle cramps, nausea, and more. Part of the problem is that laxatives are flushing things out of you including your gut microflora! That’s not good long-term because poor probiotic status causes low GABA and B12, and that alone may lead to emotional problems and even more gut problems than you started with.

6 Tips to Using Laxative Properly

Do not take laxatives longer than the label states, follow directions

Stay hydrated by drinking water or Pedialyte® which will help restore some balance to your potassium and other electrolytes.

Drink enough fluids each day while taking this medication in order to offset dehydration and electrolyte imbalances.

Don’t combine laxatives.

Take a probiotic to restore gut flora. Change your diet so you won’t be so reliant on laxatives.

See a gastroenterologist and do the tests required to determine the root cause. An endocrinologist can test you for hypothyroidism, an overlooked but primary cause for chronic constipation. Laxatives are not intended for long-term use, or for children.

(This information is not intended to treat, cure or diagnose your condition. Suzy Cohen is the author of “The 24-Hour Pharmacist” and “Real Solutions.” For more information, visit www.SuzyCohen.com) ©2022 SUZY COHEN, RPH. DISTRIBUTED BY DEAR PHARMACIST, INC.

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Wildlife Rescue 911 – Mother Seton Regional High School

Renee A. Thomaier

Retired New Jersey State Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator

Typically, a wildlife rescue scenario is

receiving a call, any hour - day or nightfrom a concerned person. If they’re lucky enough, they already know to contact a licensed wildlife rehabilitator (rehabber).

They’re advised to transport the animal to the rehabber. There are times, however, when I performed the rescue myself as special skills are required. Don’t attempt

rescue yourself before speaking with a licensed professional.

It was a warm summer afternoon when my phone rang. Like everyone else, wildlife rehabbers try to maintain a normal life and are often already caring for many animals. The woman on the phone explained there was a large bird who was having trouble flying. The bird was located at Mother Seton Regional High School in Clark, New Jersey. As I hung up the phone, so many things began running thru my mind. What kind of bird, was it a broken wing, a head injury, adult, or juvenile, and most importantly, where at the high school would I find this bird? The adrenaline starts pumping because you know the rescue could be dangerous for either the animal, for you, or both. Until you see the situation, planning the rescue cannot be done. I hopped in my car with my usual rescue supplies.

I arrived at the high school and was fortunate enough to quickly spot a red-tailed hawk, suffering from what appeared to be a broken wing, perched on the fence. Knowing that hawks have excellent eyesight, I positioned myself within a few feet of the bird, who continued to ‘watch me like a hawk.’ About five minutes passed, when he turned his head away from me. I quickly swung the net up, over and behind the bird, moving him to the ground, when I suddenly heard a woman on a motorcycle cheering. A sense of relief, I secured the hawk and transported him to the Raptor Trust for rehabilitation. Wildlife rescue begins with a concerned person making the effort to get the animal help. Without rescue, the odds of survival are very low.

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.

Spring Health, Wellness And More Fair

WHITING – The Women’s Club of Deerfield Hall is having the fair again. This is not a flea market. It is a fundraiser for their scholarship fund. The fair will be on May 6 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the clubhouse 6 Congasia Road, Whiting. Deborah Hospital will be doing testing. Hackensack Hospital will have info on the angio screening. Others include Bath Fitter, Alcoeur Gardens, Visiting Physicians, Beacon of Hope, NJ Treasury check for unclaimed funds, Surrogate information on wills and estates. The kitchen will be open for breakfast and lunch. For information call Rosie at 732-881-1044.

Motorized Wheelchair

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Who Knew There Was Such A Thing?

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

I can’t say that New Jersey does a lot of things right, but I have to admit that our consumer protection laws are some of the best in the country.

When dealing with motorized wheelchairs a “consumer” is defined as the purchaser of the motorized wheelchair, if the motorized wheelchair was purchased from a motorized wheelchair dealer or manufacturer for purposes other than resale. A “consumer” is also a person to whom the motorized wheelchair is transferred for purposes other than resale, if the transfer occurs before the expiration of an express warranty applicable to the motorized wheelchair.

A manufacturer who sells a motorized wheelchair to a “consumer”, either directly or through a motorized wheelchair dealer, shall furnish the consumer with an express (written) warranty for the motorized wheelchair. The duration of the express warranty shall be at least one year. In the event the consumer does not receive the express warranty then the manufacturer shall be deemed to have expressly warranted to the consumer that, for a period of one year from the date of the first delivery to the consumer, the motorized wheelchair will be free from any condition or defect which substantially impairs the value of the wheelchair to the consumer.

If the wheelchair has what is called a “Nonconformity” this means that a condition or defect substantially impairs the use, value or safety of the motorized wheelchair, and that is covered by an express warranty. A “Nonconformity” does not include a condition or defect that is the result of abuse, neglect or unauthorized modification or alteration of the motorized wheelchair by the consumer.

If a new motorized wheelchair does not conform to an applicable express warranty and the consumer reports the nonconformity to the manufacturer, the wheelchair lessor or any of the manufacturer’s authorized dealers and makes the wheelchair available for repair before one year after first delivery of the wheelchair to a consumer then the nonconformity shall be repaired at no charge to the consumer by the manufacturer. However, the consumer must provide the manufacturer a reasonable attempt to repair the wheelchair.

“Reasonable attempt to repair” means, within the term of an express warranty applicable, or within one year after first delivery of the wheelchair to the consumer, whichever is sooner, that: (1) the wheelchair has been in for repair three or more times and the nonconformity continues, or (2) the motorized wheelchair is out of service for an aggregate of at least 20 days due to a nonconformity after having

been returned to the manufacturer, wheelchair lessor, or any of the manufacturer’s authorized dealers for repair.

If, after a reasonable attempt to repair, the nonconformity is not repaired then the manufacturer shall, at the direction of a consumer (other than a consumer who leases a motorized wheelchair from a motorized wheelchair dealer), either (1) accept return of the wheelchair and replace the wheelchair with a comparable new one and refund any collateral costs; or (2) accept return of the wheelchair and refund to the consumer and to any holder of a Note on the wheelchair the full purchase price plus any finance charge amount paid by the consumer at the point of sale and collateral costs, less a reasonable allowance for use.

In order to receive a comparable new motorized wheelchair or a refund a consumer shall offer to transfer possession of the defective wheelchair to the manufacturer. No later than 30 days after that offer, the manufacturer shall provide the consumer with the comparable new motorized wheelchair or a refund. When the manufacturer provides the new motorized wheelchair or refund, the consumer shall return the defective wheelchair to the manufacturer, along with any endorsements necessary to transfer legal possession to the manufacturer.

In order to receive a refund a consumer shall: (a) offer to return the defective wheelchair to its manufacturer. No later than 30 days after that offer, the manufacturer shall provide the refund to the consumer. When the manufacturer provides the refund, the consumer shall return to the wheelchair; and (b) offer to transfer possession of the wheelchair to its manufacturer. No later than 30 days after that offer, the manufacturer shall provide the refund to the motorized wheelchair lessor. When the manufacturer provides the refund, the motorized wheelchair lessor shall provide to the manufacturer any endorsements necessary to transfer legal possession to the manufacturer. Also, keep in mind that any lease of a motorized wheelchair shall not be enforceable after the consumer receives a refund for the leased motorized wheelchair.

No motorized wheelchair returned by a consumer or motorized wheelchair lessor in this State or by a consumer or motorized wheelchair lessor in another state shall be sold or leased again in this New Jersey unless full disclosure of the reasons for return is made to any prospective buyer or lessee.

The consumer litigation attorneys at the Law Offices of R.C. Shea & Associates are available for a free consultation (732-505-1212) to discuss your rights.

Crestwood Village II Travel Club

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

Tropicana Casino and Show: On March 30, they travel to Tropicana Casino in Atlantic City to see the show “My Mother is Italian, My Father’s Jewish and I’m in Therapy” starring comedian Steve Solomon. It is a hilarious show about what happens when two cultures come together. This has been a sellout show at past venues. Tickets are $94 includes bus transportation, drive gratuity, show and $25 casino bonus.

Bus will board Harmony Hall at 12:30 p.m. and leave at 12:45 p.m. Arrives Atlantic City at 2 p.m. Return bus boards at 7:45 p.m. and leaves at 8 p.m. Arrives Whiting at 9:15 p.m.

Tickets will be sale in the Harmony Hall Activity Room from 9 to 10 a.m. and Wednesdays from 9:30 to 11 a.m. until February 24. No refunds unless event is cancelled.

Diva’s Gone Wild at Philadelphia’s Gay Bingo: On April 15, they travel to Philadelphia for a fun filled evening at Gay Bingo with a bunch of wild drag queens with wacky humor, outrageous costumes and a hilarious intermission show. They play nine games plus three special games which includes the cover all with the winner getting $1,000. Gay Bingo has been playing in Philadelphia for over 20 years with sellout crowds. Bus will board at 4 p.m. and leaves 4:15 p.m. Return bus leaves at 10 p.m.

Tickets are $75 includes admission, reserved seating, bingo for nine games, bus transportation and driver tip. Tickets will be on sale in the Harmony Hall Activity Room from 9 to 10 a.m. and Wednesdays from 9:30 to 11 p.m. until March 15. No refunds unless event is cancelled.

For more information, contact Linda at 732716-1928 or Fran at 732-581-2290.

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ESTATE CLEANOUTSProperties, Houses, Attics, Garages, Sheds, Storage Units, ect. Handyman Disposal provided 901a Dumpster Service LLC. Licensed, Insured, call or text Jim 609-335-0330. (27) Philadelphia Flower Show - Bus

Trip Saturday, March 11. $88 includes admission and bus fare. Toms River departure. Call Bill, Morano Tours, 732-278-2059 (10)

Items Wanted

COSTUME/ESTATE JEWEL-

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

$$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$

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)

Junk or Wrecked Cars and Trucks

Wanted - Cash paid. 732-6577251, Steve. Thanks. (10)

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)

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)

Ca$h Paid For Old 45 RPM

Records. - R&B, doo wop, soul, early rock & roll, and rockabilly preferred. Call between 8AM and 8PM 909-938-4623. (3)

FREE Golden Retriever Puppies to Forever Homes! - 1 Male,1 Female. Excellent temperament! House trained with very good trainable natures & perfect for families with children and other pets! I will not re home to just any-one. Please email me first at: staceymcclelland8@gmail.com and Text (312) 270-0850. (43)

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)

Help Wanted

Animal Lovers - Volunteers needed to help feed homeless cats 1 or 2 days weekly. Call 732-3672932, leave message. (8)

Male Health Aide - Needed occassionally for senior male assisting with daily routine. $25 hourly. Call 732-319-6358. (10)

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

Home Organizer Wanted - Empty packing boxes, organize closets etc. Must be personable, competent. $20 per hour. Time is flexible. References required. Victoria 508-680-6088. (10)

Seeking Responsible Individual With Good Phone Skills - Experience In Hvac & Permits A Plus. Filing/Answering Phones/Scheduling/Permits/Ordering Parts/ Customer Service. Great Work Environment. $15/Hour 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday. Paid Holidays. Call Care Temp Heating & AC at 732-349-1448 Or Fax Resume To 732-349-6448. (t/n)

Services

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

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! (20)

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.

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)

Learn To Play The - Flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, trombone, or drums from a NJ State Certified Teacher of instrumental music, in your home! Call 732-350-4427 for more information. (11)

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)

A1 HANDYMAN SERVICESOver 30 years experience in all phases of home improvements. Free estimates and referrals. Call John 267-475-7962. (10)

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)

Don’t let the stairs limit your mobility! Discover the ideal solution for anyone who struggles on the stairs, is concerned about a fall or wants to regain access to their entire home. Call AmeriGlide today! 1-855-634-0529. (t/n)

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)

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)

Nor’easter Painting and Staining, LLC - Interior and exterior. Decks, powerwashing. Affordable. Senior discounts. References. No job too small. Fully insured. 732-6910123. Lic #13VH09460600. (19)

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)

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)

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)

CLASSIFIEDS CANNOT BE PLACED OVER THE PHONE.

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• Items For Sale

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You are responsible for checking your ad the first time it runs and notifying us of any errors. If we make an error, we will correct it and rerun the ad. We will not be responsible for multiple insertions if you do not call us after the first ad run. No refunds for classified ads. Newspapers are available at our office. Please feel free to stop in and check your ad.

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Credit Card Orders Only can be faxed to: 732-657-7388. Or visit jerseyshoreonline.com to place your classified.

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Deadline For Classified Ads: 12pm Monday (Ads will run the Saturday of that week)

If you have any questions, please call Ali at 732-657-7344 ext. 203.

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

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Sports Sta Needed For Ocean County Parks

OCEAN COUNTY – Are you looking for a fun summer Job? Do you like being outside and being active? The Ocean County Parks & Recreation Department has the perfect

job for you! We are looking for friendly, motivated, sports-minded individuals to help instruct our sports programs to both children and adults throughout our Ocean

County Parks System. This is a great opportunity for anyone who enjoys working with the public and might be looking for some experience teaching or coaching.

Competitive salary, starting at $17.50 an hour. If you are interested or have any questions, contact Victoria at 732-506-9090 ext. 5951 or email vwagner@co.ocean.nj.us.

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Dates Scheduled For Household Hazardous Waste Collection

By Bob Vosseller OCEAN COUNTY – Collection dates

for this year’s Ocean County Household Hazardous Waste Collection program will begin on March 26 in Lakewood Township.

The collection dates and locations will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and include:

March 26 – Lakewood Department of Public Works, 1 America Ave., Lakewood

May 20 – Stafford Township Department of Public Works, 230 Haywood Road, Manahawkin

June 10 – Manchester Township Department of Public Works, 1360 Route 70, Manchester Township

Sept. 16 – Jackson Township Department of Public Works, 95 West Veterans Highway, Jackson Township

Oct. 14 – Long Beach Township Department of Public Works, 7910 Long Beach Blvd., Long Beach Township

Nov. 4 – Toms River Fraternal Order of Police, 1791 North Bay Ave., Toms River Ocean County has contracted with Radiac Environmental Services to oversee the collections at a disposal cost of 0.939 cents per pound. Last year, the program collected 222,388 pounds of household hazardous waste, at a disposal cost of $173,100.

“For over 30 years, this free program has provided an avenue for our residents to safely get rid of items such as pool chemicals, herbicides, stains, thinners and a host of other products we sometimes fi nd collecting in our garages and homes,” Ocean County Commissioner Barbara Jo Crea said.

The program is open to all residents of Ocean County, but businesses and institutions are not eligible. Pre-registration is required, and can be done online at co.ocean.nj.us/recycle, or by calling 732-

506-5047. Proof of residency is required.

Items that can be dropped off include aerosols, auto products, cleaning products, pool chemicals, compact fluorescent bulbs (CFLs), fi re extinguishers, gasoline, pesticides/herbicides, mercury switches/ devices (thermostats), stains/thinners, polyurethanes, and polishes.

Those items that are not being accepted include electronics, cylinders (oxygen tanks), asbestos, radioactive materials (smoke detectors), infectious wastes, explosives (fi reworks, gunpowder, boat flares), scrap metal and unknown materials.

With the exception of oil and gasoline, all materials should be in the original containers. A limit of 200 pounds of dry materials and 20 gallons of liquid material is allowed per household. No containers larger than five gallons are accepted.

Director of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners Joseph H. Vicari said, “the Household Hazardous Waste Collection program provides benefits to our citizens, our towns, and our environment which is something we take great pride in here in Ocean County.”

He also noted that residents can skip the line for many items and bring them to municipal recycling centers and the county’s recycling centers that allow for year-round drop off of other materials.

Those items include used paint, batteries, antifreeze, and waste oil. Residents can use the drop offs located at the Ocean County Northern Recycling Center in Lakewood, or the Southern Recycling Center located in Manahawkin from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Visit co.ocean.nj.us/OC/SolidWaste/ for more information.

Al-Anon Meetings Available Locally

OCEAN COUNTY – Are you troubled by someone else’s drinking? Al-Anon Family Groups may be able to help you. Call their 24-hour hotline for local meeting locations at 888-944-5678.

February Programs For Adults At Library

MANCHESTER – Did you know that the Manchester Library offers free programs for adults every month? They have something for every interest! Here is a list of the programs for February:

African-American Contributions to Jazz –February 11 at 2 p.m. Celebrate Black History Month with a concert by the Florian Schantz Jazz Combo.

Preventing Medicare Fraud - Don’t be a

Victim – February 13 at 10 a.m. Find out how to protect yourself against Medicare fraud, waste and abuse. The presenter is Charles Clarkson, Esq., from Senior Medicare Patrol who will also answer your questions. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Manchester Branch.

Matinee Movie – February 15 from 2 to 4 p.m. The Manchester Branch will be showing a recent feature film in commemoration of

Black History Month. Contact the library for specific details.

How to Sleep When You Can’t Sleep: Holistic and Natural Ways to Overcome

Insomnia – February 16 at 2 p.m. A certified nutritionist will teach you how to fall asleep naturally and holistically. The Friends of the Manchester Branch Library are paying for this program.

Calming Coloring – February 20 from 2 to

3:30 p.m. This meets regularly once per month on the third Friday. Coloring is a great method of stress relief for adults! Spend a relaxing afternoon creating art, listening to soothing music and relaxing with like-minded adults at the library! Coloring sheets and simple crafts are provided along with crayons, markers, and pens. Alternatively, you can bring your own coloring projects and coloring tools. For even more de-stressing, we offer aromatherapy and therapy animals when they are available.

From Click to Cart – February 21 at 10 a.m. Online grocery shopping overwhelming? Worried about shopping for food in the snow? Get the simple basics on what your favorite grocery stores offer online and get the convenience of filling your cart from the comfort of your home.

Make an Ice Cream Cone Bird Feeder –February 22 at 2 p.m. February is National Bird Feeding Month. Help your feathered friends make it through the winter by creating cheap and easy bird feeders from grocery store items. We will be using bird seed, ice cream cones, oat cereal, peanut butter and string. Registration in advance is required for all these programs. To sign up or obtain more information, call 732-657-7600 or go online to the library’s Calendar of Events at theoceancountylibrary.org.

Registration for the Manchester Shore Memory Café goes through the sponsoring organization instead of through the library. The Manchester Branch of the Ocean County Library is located at 21 Colonial Drive in Manchester Township.

Berkeley Lady Seniors Trips

BERKELEY – Berkeley Lady seniors are going to Woodloch Resort in the Poconos May 15 for their spring getaway. They have the best food and entertainment and lodging on the lake. The price is double $836 each, single $985 or a triple for $688. They leave from Pine Beach. A $l00 deposit will hold your room.

On October 14, they are sailing to Bermuda from Bayonne on Royal Carribean’s Liberty of the Sea. They have a wonderful group of people that they travel with and hope you’d like to join. A balcony cabin is $1,670; an Oceanview is $1,508; and inside cabin is only $1,250. For two. A deposit for the cruise is $500. For more information or flyers, call Marge at 239 272-6857. This summer, they will be going to Surfl ight Theater and Hunterdon Hills Playhouse.

Enjoy A BlueClaws Game While Supporting An Important Cause!

LAKEWOOD – The Jersey Shore BlueClaws welcomes Family Promise of the Jersey Shore to ShoreTown Ballpark on the afternoon of April 30. Enjoy a BlueClaws game while supporting an important cause! For each ticket purchased, a portion of the proceeds will go back to Family Promise of the Jersey Shore! For tickets call 609-9943317 or email fpsocstaff@gmail.com.

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CONGRATULATIONS

2022 NJ Realtors®

Circle of Excellence Sales Award® Recipients!

Crossroads Realty is proud to announce that 32 of our sales associates have earned the prestigious NJ REALTORS® Circle of Excellence Sales Award® for 2022. These award-winning associates worked together with the Crossroads team of 250 agents throughout ten offices and teams to participate in over 1,587 transactions totaling a record-breaking $532,150,522 in sales in Ocean and Southern Monmouth Counties in 2022.

GOLD:

Isaac Neiman, Realtor® Associate 917-701-9841

Sephie Schleider, Realtor® Associate 732-674-1869

SILVER:

Jena DeMarco, Realtor® Associate 732-966-6070

Sondra Hurley Iannuzzi, Realtor® Associate 848-333-8210

George Shenewolf, BrokerSalesperson-Regional Manager 732-310-4594

Karyn Wejnert, Realtor® Associate 201-376-7185

James LaSasso, Realtor® Associate 732-558-3286

Noreen Lynch, Realtor® Associate 732-267-2336

Vincent Prestinari, Broker Salesperson 732-998-7515

Ronald Shaffery, Broker SalespersonManager 732-232-0904

Joseph Viscuso, Broker Salesperson 201-889-6506

Sharon Asay, Realtor® Associate 732-267-8485

Vickie Black, Broker Salesperson 848-992-0232

Timothy Brennan, Realtor® Associate 609-722-1112

Robert Cox, Realtor® Associate 973-580-8254

Jennifer Czarnecki, Realtor® Associate 732-267-1014

Karen Eremita, Realtor® Associate 646-269-4728

Marc Johnson, Realtor® Associate 848-333-0505

Carole Kuiken, Broker Salesperson 732-232-1402

Marilyn Mecchia, Realtor® Associate 732-267-4065

Linda Miotto, Realtor® Associate 914-413-2727

Anita Morris, Realtor® Associate 917-579-0691

Michele Nesbihal, Broker Salesperson 856-237-6025

Maria Oliver, Broker Salesperson 908-783-8320

Jacqueline Paterno, Broker SalespersonAssistant Manager 201-218-6388

Jeanette Schlapfer, Broker SalespersonManager 732-606-7733

Emily H. Smith, Realtor® Associate 732-674-6258

Bernadette Webster, Realtor® Associate 732-604-5487

Elzbieta Wladczyk, Realtor® Associate 732-850-4291

Lori Woytanowski, Broker SalespersonManager 732-874-0764

Janis Wyatt, Realtor® Associate 732-694-2927

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PHOTO OF THE WEEK

“If you get caught between the moon…and Long Beach Island?” Photographer Bob Birdsall captured Old Barney in all of his newly renovated glory and the sky over the jetty. Magnificent! Whether you are a professional photographer, a dabbler or someone who just has a smartphone, we want your pix for our Photo of the Week! Email them to photos@jerseyshoreonline.com and you could win a prize!

Crestwood Village 1 Casino Bus Trip

WHITING – Crestwood Village 1 will be hosting a Casino Bus Trip to Harrah’s Atlantic City on February 23.

Bus departs at 10 a.m. at Friendship Hall. Arrives at Harrah’s at 11:15 a.m.; Leaves

Harrah’s at 6:30 p.m.; Arrives at Friendship Hall at 7:45 p.m.

Tickets on sale at the Crestwood Village 1 Auditorium, 92 Fairway Lane, on Tuesday’s from 9 to 11 a.m. No refunds unless trip is cancelled.

Omarr’s Astrological Forecast

For the week of FEB 11 - feb 17

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): The people who love you unconditionally deserve your attention, not just those who support you when the conditions are exactly right. During the upcoming week, you may work harder than usual to reach your goals.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You may be filled with discontent in the week ahead; use it to discover what you need to release or can improve in your life. Fulfill any family obligations with an open heart and do not begin anything new.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Keep your spirits up and concentrate on the best and highest. In the week ahead you might become cynical if you hear too many negative comments or untruthful gossip. Avoid being a victim of someone else’s agenda.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Be cautious and avoid making new or unusual investments in the week to come. You may not want to settle for less than you deserve, so you should wait for a worthy opportunity. Maintain a non-judgmental attitude.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Universal law states that like attracts like and what goes around comes around. If you are putting out bad vibes, you will likely attract the same from others. In the week ahead, do your best to be fair and to honor your commitments.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): As the week begins, do your best toward every facet of your responsibilities and keep an eye peeled for problems that could affect your health. A supervisor may scrutinize your work. Realign your thoughts from the abstract to the tangible.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): No one ever created a masterpiece on their first try. Take practical steps to develop your creative talents. Avoid overspending to satisfy an obsession in the early part of the week. You may see things differently late this week.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): First things first. Handle your responsibilities and take any family problems seriously. Apply self-discipline if you aspire to becoming proficient in something. By the end of the week, you may earn some unexpected recognition.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Be honest about your mistakes since the truth always comes out; use the opportunity to learn the lesson. Put plans on hold and wait for better timing. Focus on handling your responsibilities in the week ahead.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Focus on saving money, especially if you are tempted to act on impulses. You or a family member may want what you can’t have in the first half of the week. Work hard to earn money and save for the future.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): As this week unfolds, you may realize that some problems you encounter are outside your control. Your response to any situation, however, is within your control.

Steer clear of power struggles and confrontations.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You may possess a gift, but in the week ahead, may notice that other people have refined and polished theirs. Let others be examples and practice more until you’ve stepped up your game. Take the rough edges off to shine.

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