2023-03-11 - The Berkeley Times

Park Upgrades Planned

School State Aid Released

By Chris Lundy

TOMS

RIVER

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The next school year begins in less than six months, but district officials just now learned how much money they are getting from the state.

Every year, the state lists what kind of aid that they are giving for the upcoming school year.

In this case, it was published on March 2 for the 2023-2024 school year. For the last few years, a different funding formula has been used which has reduced

By Chris Lundy

BERKELEY – Township officials are looking at making improvements to several recreational facilities in the area, but first are waiting on grant money and state approvals for the

larger projects.

The township wants to use 31.9 acres of vacant land at the Eastern Boulevard Soccer Complex to make three new soccer fields, three softball fields, a roller hockey rink, and three

parking lots.

Mayor Carmen Amato said that the State Department of Environmental Protection permit applied to by the previous administration has expired so now (Park - See Page 6)

Group Urges Unity Among Cultures

By Bob Vosseller OCEAN COUNTY

– Just say “hello.” It seems simple enough.

It is part of the Ocean County Human Relations Commission’s suggestion to help bring unity within a very

diverse county. As part of their overall goal, members meet monthly either virtually or in person to discuss what positive change they can work toward.

(Unity - See Page 4)

aid to districts in Ocean County that are seeing fewer students. That money is being redirected to districts with growing enrollment. Some local districts got a modest increase such as Berkeley (+$326,229), Central Regional (+$250,949), Lakehurst (+$207,948), Manchester (+$270,031) and Southern Regional (+$367,264). The only Ocean County districts that got a significant increase was Barnegat

(School - See Page 5)

Former Fire Chiefs Honored At Memorial Exhibit

─Photo courtesy NJ Fire Museum

By Bob Vosseller OCEAN COUNTY –Former Ridgeway Fire Chief

Frank Copeland

of Manchester, and former Manitou Park

The accomplishments of former Fire Chief Garland “Griff” Griffin of Manitou Park were noted at an exhibit at the New Jersey Fire Museum & Fallen Firefighter Memorial Exhibit in Allentown. Chief Garland “Griff” Griffin of Berkeley were part of an exhibit honoring Black fire chiefs at the New (Chiefs - See Page 5)

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A walking or bike trail is planned for Veterans Park.

-Photo By Bob Vosseller Buttons and caps promoting the Say Hello campaign are seen at a table where the mission of the Ocean County Human Relations Commission’s mission of unity was discussed along with one of its projects, created by Reverend William Simmons, called the Say Hello campaign.

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“What we are working towards is the elimination of violence and racism and we are working with people developing programs that break the silence people have and working towards a dialogue. This committee is through the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office,” Commission Chair Reisa Sweet said.

“What we are focusing on is the elimination of violence because we are experiencing a time of so much division,” Sweet said noting a rise in anti-Semitism incidents in Ocean County as well as incidents of hate crimes throughout the state.

“The Prosecutor (Bradley Billhimer) has been very supportive and it is a program where we try to get everyone to really listen to each other and to talk about issues,” she added.

Sweet noted that the Commission has a fine example with one of its members who served as an inspiration, Reverend William Simmons, the assistant pastor at the Sixth Street Baptist Church in Lakewood.

Simmons has his own mission which is simply to get everyone to say hello to one another. “We have to do what no one else is doing, make a difference in your community and in your state. People on this Earth are living a fast lifestyle to match our fast-paced activities in today’s world. It’s to the point where people can’t

take a few seconds out of their time to acknowledge another person.”

He added, “many people don’t understand that saying ‘hello’ can make someone’s day. A small or simple greeting. It’s a simple principle that more people need to take part in. Going out of your way and not saying something to a person should make you feel uncomfortable. Is that the lifestyle or person you want to be? I don’t think so.

“People crave and need attention, and by offering up the simplest greeting by saying ‘hello,’ it could impact a great day for someone and you wouldn’t even know it. It feels good to make others feel like they are important,” the Reverend added. His observation grew to a full-fledged campaign of the Commission which resulted in the Prosecutor’s Office getting 250 hats made with the directive “Say Hello” printed on their front.

Billhimer said, “saying ‘hello’ is the jump point of this and I think it is the beauty of this program. You start off a conversation by saying ‘hello.’ So much of what we do here in this office is trying to break down stigmas. Breaking down stigmas with opioid abuse or bias crimes, I think if we can focus on what we can accomplish together and talk to someone one on one all that other stuff goes away. Just try to build relationships one on one, I try to do that every day.”

Reverend Simmons added, “hello is a powerful word, and it is important to show others they are deserving of (Unity - See Page 19)

─Photos By Bob Vosseller

Reverend William Simmons, the assistant pastor at the Sixth Street Baptist Church in Lakewood, suggests we all say “Hello” to open dialogue with people different from us.

School: Continued From Page 1

(+$2.7m) and Lakewood (+$1.9m).

Others weren’t so fortunate. Ocean Gate – which only has one school – lost almost half of their aid (-$234,537). That hits harder for a smaller district. Similarly, Seaside Heights (-$215,059) and Ocean Township/Waretown (-$635,051) are also seeing disproportionately large cuts.

Beachwood, Pine Beach, High School South

Toms River officials were reeling when they saw that their aid was cut by $14,421,851. The aid for the upcoming

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Jersey Fire Museum & Fallen Firefighter Memorial.

Copeland, along with being a life member and fire chief of Ridgeway from 1978 to 1990, was also a District 7 forest fire warden.

He was drafted into the Army in 1963 serving active duty for two years and in the National Guard for 18 years. Copeland was employed by Toms River Chemical (Ciba Geigy Corp.) and is retired and living in the Carolinas.

Griffin, who died in 1994, served as Manitou fire chief from 1959 to 1976. He was also a talented artist. He created

school year will be $30,978,802. This is about a 33% cut.

“At the moment we are trying to quantify the irreversible damage these cuts will do to our kids in our beloved school community,” Superintendent Michael Citta said. “Our initial calculation had a worst-case scenario of $2.8 million in aid reduction which, in our planning, was impossible to endure and move forward. So you can imagine our reaction …when we learned of the $14.4 million cut, which was, essentially, ‘This must be a mistake.’ Rest assured, however, that no stone will be left unturned as we work to resolve what is quite honestly a monumentally unrealistic reduction. This isn’t a fiscal cliff; this is a fiscal

many hand-painted signs and did the lettering on many fire trucks in the area.

According to the website of the Manitou Park Volunteer Fire Company, “with only seven firefighters remaining in 1967, township officials suggested Chief Griffin disband the fire company and the township would use the firehouse to store road department equipment.”

Instead of giving in to the township, Chief Griffin went out to recruit new members anywhere they could be found.

“A man doesn’t care what color a fireman is when his house is burning” was the slogan Griffin used to recruit new members.

The membership grew as men were joining from the surrounding areas. This

apocalypse.”

According to district figures, if the 2023-2024 aid stays this bad, the school system would have lost approximately $96 million since the new funding formula was instituted. The last year of the formula is the 2024-2025 school year, and officials are expecting a total loss of about $139 million.

Several districts who have been impacted by the school funding formula over the past few years have sued the state in order to get them to reveal the calculations on how the formula works. Trenton has said that this is proprietary information. Toms River Schools Business Administrator William Doering confirmed that the state has refused to

proved to be the turning point in the history of the Manitou Park Volunteer Fire Company. At a time where most fire companies were resisting state directives to integrate, blacks and whites were working together fighting fires for the Fire Company.

The New Jersey Fire Museum & Fallen Firefighter Memorial Museum is located at 4 Polhemustown Road in Allentown.

It opened this new exhibit in honor of Black History Month recognizing the accomplishments and honoring the service of several Black fire chiefs throughout New Jersey.

Dave W. Horsnall, the president of the New Jersey Fire Museum & Fallen Firefighters Memorial said, “we are hopeful this will be just the start as we

provide the formula as of March 3. In previous Board of Education meetings, he has said that it is difficult to craft a budget without knowing what the aid is going to be – or even what the aid is going to be based on.

Toms River wasn’t alone in the cuts but they are the worst in the county. The county as a whole lost $26,052,901 from last year, so more than half of the entire county’s loss is from one district.

Others that were hit hard were Brick (-$2.5m), Jackson (-$6.3m), Lacey (-$3.9m), and Stafford (-2.3m).

The governor has suggested allotting $20 million to be divided among districts that are facing severe financial impact.

intend to build and grow this exhibit so that it may become an example of the museum’s commitment and dedication to honor all those that wear the uniform and serve as the chief of their department.”

Manchester Councilman Joseph Hankins, also a firefighter, attended the event and stated, “I had a great time at the New Jersey Fire Museum. Many chiefs, departments, and most importantly family came together to recognize some of the Black fire chiefs of New Jersey exhibit.”

There Hankins met State Trooper RJ Frank Copeland, the grandson of the former Ridgeway Fire Chief who is currently living out of state and could not be present at the exhibit.

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they have to go through the process again.

“All of our youth leagues have expanded, especially because of the pandemic,” he said. The grant funding would also improve drainage.

The township is also applying for a $125,000 grant from the State Department of Community Affairs to create a walking and biking path at Veterans Park.

Amato said that between the summer concerts and other events, about 100,000 people go through that park a year.

They recently installed pickleball courts and a pump track. The concession stand and restroom facility is being finished. In related news, there are two dog parks that have been in development for some time now.

One dog park is planned for .9 acres of vacant land on Butler Boulevard. It would also include a 24-spot parking lot.

Councilman James Byrnes said that the

DEP required an archaeological study of that site to make sure it was clean. This was a thorn in his side because they had already cleaned up this previous sewer plant land and the DEP had already approved it.

The town will also be adding a dog park to Whispering Pines Park.

At a recent Township Council meeting, resident Bob Darnley asked about the Whispering Pines dog park, since it’s going to be about 200 feet from his property. He was worried about flies, contamination of the soil, and the smell in the summer.

“We can put up a stockade fence,” Amato said. He noted that people already walk their dogs in that area; the dog park would make it official and would limit the location. Township staff would be there every day to clean up.

“We think it will be a better situation than what’s there now,” he said.

“Believe me, we’re good neighbors,” Byrnes said.

Darnley then turned to his wife and asked if this means he can get a dog now.

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─Photos by Chris Lundy This combined restroom and concession stand is at Veterans Park.

OPINIONS & COMMENTARY

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Beached Whales, False Balance, And Borrowed Environmentalism

It’s impossible that photos of magnificent, beautiful whales lying dead on beaches couldn’t elicit strong emotional reactions from those who view them. Stories that carry sadness and anger are far more likely to be shared with others, and everyone can agree that no one wants tragedies like this to happen: the whales need to be helped at all costs. But it is extremely important we don’t allow our emotional reactions to dictate our decisions. We should separate feelings from facts.

In much of the coverage

I’ve read, there’s mention of some environmental groups who are demanding an immediate halt of off-

Parents Shouldn’t

In the recent craziness surrounding the state’s new sex education policy, some parents are deciding to take matters into their own hands. This is one of those things you should leave to the professionals.

The parents want to be the ones to tell their children about sensitive materials. I can get behind this in theory. But there’s a difference between theory and reality. The reality is, they won’t really do it. They’ll say they want to have these conversations, but they really won’t. The kids will make it to adulthood without

shore wind development, and other environmental groups who support the development with no stops because there’s no evidence of it causing the deaths. What I haven’t read a lot of is about the quantity of groups on both sides. I find it incredibly admirable to see journalists give both sides of an issue an equal voice to present neutral coverage without bias, especially for political and community issues. With scientific issues however, facts must be proven. Although it hurts to see this issue happening right on our own shores, I believe most could agree that the majority of people reading on the current topic aren’t professionally trained biologists, bioacousticians

or whale experts. Neither are the journalists. Politicians and the fossil fuel industry bank on this, because public misunderstanding leads to doubting the facts.

While I have no doubt that the few environmental groups who are against the offshore development have the best of intentions and already do so much for the whales, it’s important to note the quantity of environmental groups who ARE for the offshore wind development with no stops: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Marine Mammal Commission, Clean Water Action, Environment New Jersey, The Sierra Club, New Jersey Audubon are just some…and many of

these organizations link to their open letter of support of ongoing development, with proof and explanation of why the surveying isn’t harmful, on their websites or social media. There has been NO proof by the opposing side that the surveys hurt the whales, and all the proof that there are already known killers to whales (climate change, vessel strikes, plastic and entanglement). Research shows that seismic blasting, which goes kilometers into the ocean floor, kills marine life - that’s used by the Navy and oil boats. What’s being used right now for the wind development uses geophysical survey (all sonar, no air gun, only goes a few hundred meters), is emitted in short

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pulses, and isn’t even audible by some marine species. Science isn’t a popularity contest or mere difference of opinion: science is based on evidence. To support a viewpoint with no evidence due to how badly we want to not kill anymore whales is deeply misguided and dangerous. Whale deaths have been on the rise for 7 years. Why would certain politicians, who are the greatest recipients of oil and gas companies’ lobbying expenditures, only start caring about the whales exactly when the offshore development started? The rise in whale deaths has been going on since 2016. As just another whale-lover whose not a scientist and invested in this ongoing

issue, I wholeheartedly believe readers expressing their pleas of stopping the development have the best of intentions. Clean energy is not something the public should be driven against. Deploying low-carbon energy sources like offshore wind combats global warming: a proven threat to whales. What would be really sad is allowing more harm to whales and other marine life due to emotional reactions, misinformation, and believing politicians who are using environmentalism for their personal gain over scientists who genuinely care.

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ever knowing things because the parents don’t want their kids to know about sex.

Well guess what? Sexual assault happens to young kids, and if you don’t teach your kids that certain touching is bad they might never know. The world is a scary place and parents trying to protect children from this scary place are just helping them become victims. The parents decided thought they knew more than the teachers.

Everyone in the world who has ever gotten “the talk” knows just how awkward and bad it is. Parents don’t know what to say and they don’t tell you everything you really need to know. Some people never even get “the talk.”

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Imagine if everything you ever learned about sex came from your parents? It’s a hilarious thought but that’s exactly what’s going on all around us. Because the politicians and parents are too scared to have icky conversations or acknowledge that gay people exist, generations of kids are going to grow up without knowing anything more than the basics of sex ed. Does the average parent know about all of the sexually transmitted diseases? How they represent? How to treat them? Do they know how to teach children about sexual violence and bad relationships? Maybe, but are they going to teach them anything other than abstinence? Do they know enough about biology to be able to tell their kids what’s really happening in their bodies? What are they going to do if their child feels different than others? If the parent is against schools even acknowledging that there’s such a thing as homosexuality than they probably will treat their gay kid horribly. Their gay kid will probably keep it a secret, and move out the first chance they get.

Parents shouldn’t protect their kids so much that they become soft and stupid. These same parents are going to be the ones complaining that kids

aren’t tough enough.

Melanie Dwyer Toms River

Central’s Reputation Hurt By Media

I just wanted to thank you for your most recent editorial (“When The Media Descended On Central Regional” on March 4) about the vicious public attack (fueled by the media) on Central Regional. The reputation of that school has been unfairly damaged by what many would consider INCREDIBLY irresponsible reporting and journalism.

After this recent string of events, I am now very hesitant to believe just about ANYTHING I read online or through the local news outlets. It was a breath of fresh air to finally read something that MADE SENSE and that acknowledges the fact that there is a LOT missing from the original story. It is heavily one sided and completely void of many facts, much background, and a ton of details. Your article may never be able to repair the damage that has been done to that school district but I thank you for the article and its intent nonetheless.

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Let All The Generations Unite

Are generation gaps naturally divisive, or are they nurtured to achieve a more nefarious goal?

There are seven living generations in America. I’ve come to the conclusion that naming of generations has meaning and seems to be subtly demeaning for each subsequent generation. The Greatest speaks for itself having vaulted the USA to the world’s first super power, its status unchallenged.

Next comes the Silent generation forever in the shadows but having reaped the most benefit America has enjoyed. They were followed by the Baby Boomers who broke the mold becoming the original radicals challenging the establishment, and sparked the sexual revolution. For all their differences these generations all maintained an America first mentality and work ethic.

Then come the X,Y,Z generations as though in a countdown to chaos. The Gen Xers came in under the shadow of the Boomers yet still maintained the patriot fervor and work ethic even as the China factor emerged. Next are the Y/Millennials, the original entitled “me generation,” many of whom have adopted the mentality the world somehow owes them a living without

sacrifice. The Zers are the first lost generation, with the last in the alphabet status, without a catchy name they seem mired in hopelessness with studies showing 75% of them feeling they have been handed a raw deal, the last vestige of American exceptionalism, as globalism looms. Lastly are the Alphas, yet to come of age but are being indoctrinated and primed to adopt the New World Order of so called Democratic Socialism as if such a thing can even exist.

Seven generations living in a precarious harmony. Liberty has been the common thread yet is in mortal danger. The New World Order has gained much power during this era, with deceitful definitions of safety and freedom through equity and claims of promoting the “general welfare.”

Power derived through division of the populace has been the method of socialism through the ages, always resulting in violence and death of the innocent. 247 years ago America made a 5,000 year leap away from the oligarchies toward individual liberty. We must resolve our differences to reignite the brush fires of freedom as one Greatest Generation, resolute in saving our American culture and in turn humanity.

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Governor Highlights Fiscal Year 2024 Budget Plan

TRENTON – Governor Phil Murphy and Acting Education Commissioner Angelica Allen-McMillan highlighted the $20.5 billion in the Governor’s Fiscal Year 2024 budget proposal to support New Jersey schools. This funding will help grow New Jersey’s education workforce, support academic recovery, increase the availability of college-level courses in high schools, and advance the Governor’s goal of reaching universal pre-K.

The proposed budget will provide historic levels of School Aid, with an increase in $1 billion over the prior year for a total of $20.5 billion in school funding. This amount includes pre-K funding, pension and benefits funding for school staff, and an increase in $832 million in total K-12 formula aid. District allocations of state aid are available on the DOE’s School Finance webpage.

“My Administration remains committed to providing students throughout our state with the world-class education they deserve,” said Governor Phil Murphy. “Ensuring equitable access to high-quality education not only prepares our

children for successful futures – it benefits us in the here and now. Investments in education represent investments in working families, school communities, and so much more. This year’s budget proposal demonstrates our ongoing commitment to working towards fully funding our schools, expanding pre-K throughout the state, growing our educator workforce, and promoting the success of our students.”

School Funding

The FY 2024 budget proposal marks the sixth year of the seven-year phase-in to fully funding New Jersey’s school funding formula, established under P.L. 2018, c. 67 (S-2). New Jersey’s school funding formula is designed to address inequities and meet the needs of growing districts. By adding $832 million in K-12 formula aid, the Governor is proposing to maintain the phase-in as planned for FY2024.

In addition, the Governor proposes $20 million in Stabilization Aid to help districts that are experiencing a reduction in State aid or are otherwise facing a budgetary imbalance.

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The FY2024 budget includes an increase of nearly $110 million in pre-K funding compared to the prior year, for a total of $1.1 billion. The increased funding includes $40 million to expand high-quality full-day programs into new districts and support other preschool expansion needs, such as workforce development.

Since Governor Murphy took office, high-quality preschool programs have been introduced to over 160 school districts, opening seats for more than 12,000 additional children. Recent federal funding announced by the Administration also included $120 million in preschool facilities funding to help expand preschool infrastructure throughout the state.

In concert with the launch of the New Jersey

Partnership for Student Success last year – which will continue to recruit coaches and mentors to accelerate student learning in FY2024 – the Governor is announcing additional funding for the recently-announced high-impact tutoring and RAPID learning acceleration professional development initiatives.

The Administration has already committed over $20 million in State and federal funding for these programs. The Governor is now proposing an additional $10 million in ARP State Fiscal Recovery Funds for the tutoring program and a continued commitment of $2 million for professional development in the FY2024 budget.

In addition, the Governor’s budget proposal includes $1 million for the expansion of Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) courses in New Jersey, as well as $500,000 for wraparound supports and additional class offerings for students in Dual Enrollment (DE) courses in New Jersey, which will allow our students to take more college-level courses in high school to better prepare them for higher education.

The expansion of these courses will be targeted to help students from low-income communities by increasing their opportunities to gain college credit in high school – making a higher education more accessible to students who may not have previously felt college was within their reach. These targeted expansions are based on recommendations from the Wealth Disparity Task Force.

Teacher Shortage

As part of the Administration’s ongoing efforts to address the shortage of educators in New Jersey – an issue currently seen around the nation – the Governor also proposes over $20 million in new investments and other supports to help ensure our state has the trained and dedicated workforce necessary to provide top-quality education to public

school students.

This includes $10 million in stipends to support student teachers while they work and study, and $5 million to waive certification fees in an effort to help bring more qualified and diverse individuals into the education profession.

An additional $2 million will go towards a Culture and Climate Innovation Grant opportunity to help districts support educator quality of life, while $1 million will go towards a public awareness campaign to help encourage interest in teaching and raise the profile of the education profession. $1 million in funding will aim to develop local partnerships to help train paraprofessionals and offer tuition assistance to those seeking to become teachers.

Similarly, the budget proposal includes $800,000 for a teacher apprenticeship program and maintains funding for the Men of Color Hope Achievers program and the Minority Teacher Development program to help support a diverse educator workforce.

Additional Highlights

Municipal aid and school aid funding combined represent more than 42% of the entire FY2024 budget proposal. This funding will not only help schools keep up with rising costs, but will ultimately help keep property taxes from significantly increasing.

Additional highlights include: $80 million for capital maintenance and emergent needs in traditional school districts and charter schools; $250 million for Schools Development Authority projects, drawing from the $1.9 billion appropriated to Schools Development Authority (SDA) from the Debt Defeasance and Prevention Fund last year; $3 million to implement a community schools pilot program; and a continuation of $420 million in funding to support Extraordinary Special Education aid that helps defray the cost of educating students in special education classes.

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OCEAN GATE – Ocean Gate Schools thanks Mayor Curtin and the Ocean Gate Borough Council for inviting the kindergartners to the recent Ocean Gate Borough Council meeting to sing their rendition of

“Proud to be an American.”

Also, they thank to Mrs. Parliman and the kindergarten families. They are so grateful for the opportunity to share their USA and Ocean Gate pride with the residents.

Berkeley Township Document Shredding

BERKELEY – Mayor Carmen Amato in conjunction with the Ocean County Board of Commissioners remind residents of the Berkeley Township

Document Shredding Program on April 1 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Berkeley Township Recycling Center, 630 Pinewald Keswick Road, Bayville.

Summer Lifeguard Hiring

PINE BRACH – The Borough of Pine Beach is now hiring life guards for the summer season. Must be 16 years or older;

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BERKELEY – Congratulations to Clara B Worth Elementary School’s Google Artists of the Month for February!

Big Brother Big Sister Program

BERKELEY – Bayville School partnered with the Big Brother Big Sister program this school year. Donovan

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Catholic High School mentors built positive friendships with some amazing Bayville School students.

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Raise Money For Local Heroes

Kids

BERKELEY – The Bayville Volunteer Fire Department would like to take a moment to thank the Berkeley Township Elementary School students for their generous $300 donation at the PTA meeting. Treasurer Carl Delconte accepted the donation on behalf of the company. The PTA sponsored a “lollipop pull”

for Make a Difference Day. The kids brought in a dollar or more and were able to pull a lollipop from the game board, the color on the bottom corresponded with a prize. The kids got to have some fun and give back to their local heroes. It was done during their lunches.

Donations Needed For Female Soldiers

BERKELEY – Girl Scout Troop 50247 is collecting a number of items that will be sent overseas to women in the military:

• Overnight pads

• Kotex tampons

• Panty liners

• Jam hair products

• Keratin treatments

• Facial cleaner

• Pore strips

• Bobby pins

• Hair ties

• Small make-up kits

• Leave-in conditioner

• Hair dye

• Hair spray

• Midol

• Advil liquid gels

• Daru sunglasses

• Hand lotion

• Eyebrow shaper

• Dryer and Swiffer sheets

The drop off locations are the Bayville VFW, 383 Veterans Boulevard, or 63 Pelican Drive in Bayville. Donations will be accepted until March 26. For any questions, call 732-267-0910 or email CRStreet78@ gmail.com.

First Annual Berkeley Police Unity Tour Fundraiser

BERKELEY – First Annual Berkeley Police Unity Tour Fundraiser on March 17 from 6 to 10 p.m. at B2 Bistro+Bar, 125 Bayview Avenue, Bayville. Tickets are $25 each. To purchase tickets email TeamBerkeleyTwp@gmail.com.

Venmo @PBA237. For more information contact Shawn Bowens at 848-333-8927 or Michael Bulwinski at 908-330-7523. Ticket includes food and discounted drink. Commemorative mug with one complimentary beer.

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These magnificent creatures, approximately 182 species in New Jersey, 145 of those species are found in Sussex County. There are more dragonflies in our state than any other in the United States. You would find them from April through October, skimming the water, zigzagging over ponds and streams. The month of June has the most daylight, so it is the best month for seeing them. Dragonflies pose no threat to humans.

The early stage of their life begins, where they will spend a year or more, under water. Once they leave the water, they will molt early in the day making them more vulnerable to predatorsfrogs, birds, insects such as wasps, ants - until their wings dry. Once that occurs, their speed and zigzag flight pattern makes them more challenging for predators to catch. As often happens in nature, where groups of a species group together, dragonflies tend to emerge from the water in large numbers, at the same time. This synchronization is deliberate and supports the hypothesis that, living in a large group or cluster, individuals may be less likely to become victims to being

attacked or threatened. The lifespan of the dragonfly is a few weeks to months.

Food sources for dragonflies are mosquitoes, a wide variety of insects, butterflies, and will even prey upon other dragonflies. Where forested areas with streams are present, you might encounter a smaller number of species. Farm fields and open areas where an abundance of insects are found, you would also find dragonflies.

In recent years with more people enjoying outdoor activities, in particular bird watching, butterflies and dragonflies have been added to the list of those curious about other species. There is a term known as ‘odonata’ that was coined from the Greek which focuses and studies dragonflies and damselflies and is one of the most popular insect groups. Dragonflies were the technological inspiration to create the drone, as well as artificial visual systems.

The information for this article was gathered through multiple sources so statistics may vary slightly. 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 includes harm inflicted upon any animal, are punishable by law.

Ocean County Man Arrested In Brazen Robbery

By Alyssa Riccardi

LAKEWOOD – A Township man has been arrested and charged after stealing valuables from a Woodlake Manor resident, police said.

Around 8:30 a.m. on March 1, the 50-year-old victim found an unknown man opening her front door. While confronting him, the woman’s dog ran outside. When she exited the home to retrieve the dog, the man, who was later identified as 20-year-old Jesus Penuela of Lakewood, had moved on to a neighboring property.

Police said as the victim was returning home, Penuela began chasing her and pushed his way through the front door.

Once inside, Penuela grabbed her by the shoulders and began demanding money and jewelry. He then ordered the victim to stay with him as he navigated throughout the home looking for valuables, police said.

Penuela took several items and fled through a back sliding door. As the victim ran out of the front door, her daughter had just arrived to pick her

up for an appointment. Police said the 20-year-old daughter ran to the backyard and saw Penuela fleeing on a bike.

The daughter started chasing after him and Penuela proceeded to throw things at her which contained the stolen items, police said.

Responding Officer Tymur Zavalnyuk later saw Penuela riding his bike along Ridge Avenue and subsequently placed him under arrest without incident.

Authorities discovered that the bicycle Penuela was using was stolen. He also had an imitation firearm as well as other stolen property in his backpack. The stolen property has been linked to several other recent burglaries in the town, police said.

Penuela was charged Kidnapping, Robbery, Armed Burglary, Possession of an Imitation Firearm for an Unlawful Purpose, Unlawful Possession of a Weapon and Terroristic Threats. He was transported to Ocean County Jail. The incident is currently under investigation by Lakewood Township police and additional charges are pending.

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Local Hospital Earns Elite Status For Open Heart Surgery

Edison – Hackensack Meridian Jersey Shore University Medical Center and Hackensack University Medical Center, which are licensed by the New Jersey Department of Health for open heart surgery, have earned distinguished three-star ratings from The Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) for their patient care and exemplary outcomes in adult cardiac surgery. The academic medical centers received three-star ratings in isolated coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) and isolated mitral valve replacement and repair (MVRR) surgeries. Jersey Shore University Medical Center also received a three-star rating in isolated aortic valve replacement (AVR) surgery. The three-star ratings, which denote the highest category of quality, places them among the elite hospitals for heart bypass, MVRR and AVR surgeries, respectively, in the United States and Canada. The STS star rating system is one of the most sophisticated and highly regarded overall measures of quality in health care, rating the benchmarked outcomes of cardiothoracic surgery programs across the U.S. and Canada. The rating is calculated using a combination of quality measures for specific procedures performed by an STS Adult Cardiac Surgery Database participant. Approximately 20 percent of participants receive the three-star rating for isolated CABG surgery. The latest analysis of data for CABG surgery covers a three-year period, from July 2019 to June 2022, and includes ten participating surgeons, collectively, at the medical centers. The latest analysis of data for MVRR surgery covers a three-year period, also from July 2019 to June 2022, and includes the ten participants as well. Historically, an estimated 4 to 8 percent of participants receive a three-star rating for isolated AVR surgery. The latest analysis of data for AVR surgery covers a 3-year period, from July 2019 to June 2022, and includes five participating surgeons.

“This is a welcome validation of the exemplary cardiac surgical care provided by our teams at Jersey Shore University and Hackensack University Medical Centers,” said Elizabeth A. Maiorana, MBA, MSN, R.N., CCCC,

vice president, Cardiovascular Care Transformation Services, Hackensack Meridian Health. “The Society of Thoracic Surgeons’ three-star ratings are among the most prestigious quality indicators for hospitals providing open heart surgery.”

“The Society of Thoracic Surgeons congratulates STS National Database participants who have received threestar ratings,” said David M. Shahian, M.D., chair of the Task Force on Quality Measurement. “Participation in the Database and public reporting demonstrates a commitment to quality improvement in health care delivery and helps provide patients and their families with meaningful information to help them make informed decisions about health care.”

The STS National Database was established in 1989 as an initiative for quality improvement and patient safety among cardiothoracic surgeons. The Database includes four components: the Adult Cardiac Surgery Database (ACSD), the Congenital Heart Surgery Database (CHSD), the General Thoracic Surgery Database (GTSD), and the mechanical circulatory support database (Intermacs). The STS ACSD houses approximately 6.9 million surgical records and gathers information from more than 3,800 participating physicians, including surgeons and anesthesiologists from more than 90 percent of groups that perform heart surgery in the US. STS public reporting online enables STS ACSD participants to voluntarily report to each other and the public their heart surgery scores and star ratings.

Hackensack University Medical Center in 2022 received the Mitral Valve Repair Reference Center Award, for the second consecutive time, from the American Heart Association and the Mitral Foundation for a demonstrated record of superior clinical outcomes resulting from evidence-based, guideline-directed degenerative mitral valve repair.

For more information about cardiovascular services, visit HMHHasHeart. com . To schedule a CT Calcium Scoring scan, providing early detection of heart attack risk, or for a free physician referral, call 844-HMH-WELL.

Veterans Resource Event

BERKELEY – The VFW Post 9503 will be hosting a Veteran’s Resource Event on May 6 from 4 to 7 p.m. Learn about various

resources to help veterans. Bring a copy of your DD214 to sign up for the VA and other resources.

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Singer Maggie Worsdale Performs ‘CRAZY About Patsy Cline’

TOMS RIVER – Sixty years after her death, Patsy Cline remains among the top five female country singers of all time. The Ocean County Library is pleased to present international singing star Maggie Worsdale’s tribute, “CRAZY About Patsy Cline.”

• Berkeley Branch, 30 Station Road, Bayville, 732-269-2144 - 2 p.m. March 20

• Plumsted Branch, 119 Evergreen Road, New Egypt, 609-758-7888 - 2 p.m. March 21

• Upper Shores Branch, 112 Jersey City Avenue, Lavallette, 732-793-3996 - 2 p.m. March 22

• Brick Branch, 301 Chambers Bridge Road, 732-477-4513 - 7 p.m. March 23

• Lakewood Branch, 301 Lexington Avenue, 732-363-1435 - 2 p.m. March 25

Patsy Cline rocketed to fame in 1957

with her nationally-televised rendition of “Walking After Midnight.” She helped popularize the Nashville sound with hits such as “Crazy” and “I Fall to Pieces,” before a plane crash took her life in 1963.

Maggie Worsdale will share little-known stories about the singer’s life and career, and perform Cline’s songs in her inimitable jazz-country style.

Maggie has performed in concert halls, cabarets, and jazz venues throughout the US and Europe, released four studio albums, and appears on several more. She is also the lead singer of the jazz revue band, Sweet Whiskey. Her website is maggieworsdale.com. Register at theoceancountylibrary. org/events to attend these free programs. For more information, visit any participating Library branch or call 732-349-6200.

Easter Collection

BEACHWOOD – We are helping Providence House Domestic Violence Services by collecting Easter basket items like candy, toys, bubbles, chalk, stickers, activity books, Play-doh, finger paints, Kinetic

Sand, jump rope, puzzles, Yo-Yos, Wiki Sticks, coloring books, etc. These items will be used to create 125 Easter baskets. Donations can be delivered to 816 Mizzen Avenue, Beachwood.

─Photo courtesy Ocean County Library

Sound News

How Colds, The Flu & Covid 19 Affects Hearing

It’s been well over 2 years, and the Covid 19 variants are still wreaking havoc in our area. For the most part, the new variants just present with “cold-like” symptoms but the rate of infection spread is typically higher than the common cold. Unfortunately, once you start to exhibit symptoms such as a sore throat, headache, sinus pressure, post nasal drip, etc., you already have Covid 19 and more than likely you have spread the germs to others. Many individuals are taking in home rapid tests and are commonly “negative” for a few days before the result is positive.

In my opinion, this is reason enough to frequently wash your hands, don a mask (when in large in group events), and get vaccinated. Unless you physician recommends otherwise, vaccinated individuals typically experience a significant reduction of Covid 19 symptoms and the recovery time is generally less.

Upper respiratory viruses often create fluid buildup in the middle ear, leading to congestion, pain, muffled sound, and secondary infections. The flu virus has been known to affect the auditory nerve,

which can cause permanent hearing loss. Similar to the flu, COVID-19 has shown an alarming ability to attack the hearing and vestibular systems, although the exact reason is still under investigation. Patients with long-haul COVID are at increased risk. Luckily, serious hearing damage from viral infections is rare, though the temporary effects are uncomfortable — stuffiness, dizziness, tinnitus, and ear infections could put a damper on your future holiday plans.

If you have experienced hearing loss, tinnitus, or vertigo during a bout of COVID 19 and these symptoms are continuing to “linger” I would contact your hearing healthcare professional for a complete hearing and dizziness evaluation. Protect your hearing by supporting your health!

Dr. Izzy and his Staff are always available to answer your questions about hearing health. His offices are located in Toms River, Manahawkin, and Whiting and can be reached by calling 732-8183610 (Toms River/Whiting) or 609-9788946 (Manahawkin) or visit us at www. gardenstatehearing.com.

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

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

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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What Is The Best-Selling Memory Supplement?

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Recently, I was asked what the best-selling memory herb is.

The truth is that there are many herbs and supplements marketed for memory and cognitive function, and it can be difficult to determine which one is the best-selling.

So, my answer is it’s the one that people can remember the name of: Lion’s mane!

Known botanically as Hericium erinaceus, it has gained a lot of attention and has been clinically studied in recent years as a dietary supplement due to its potential cognitive benefits, so it’s definitely a strong contender for the title of “best-selling herb for memory.”

Did you know that lion’s mane mushrooms got their name because they look like a lion’s mane? That’s right, these shaggy mushrooms have long, flowing tendrils that resemble a lion’s mane. So the next time you see a lion’s mane mushroom, you can imagine a lion wearing a stylish hairpiece made of mushrooms!

Several studies have shown that lion’s mane extract may improve cognitive function, memory, and concentration. For example, a 2010 study found that lion’s mane extract improved cognitive function in elderly Japanese men and women. More recently, a 2019 study found that lion’s mane extract improved cognitive function in individuals with mild cognitive impairment. The neuroprotective properties come from the compounds called erinacines and hericenones that can stimulate the growth and regeneration of nerve cells in the brain, and protect them from damage. Some studies have shown that lion’s mane extract may reduce inflammation and oxidative stress,

both of which can contribute to neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease.

As for mood improvement, a 2013 paper outlined how lion’s mane extract reduced symptoms of depression and anxiety, at least in menopausal women who were the study participants.

Some people who have Alzheimer’s also take a popular medication called Namenda® and you may wonder if lion’s mane interacts with it. The way the herb works and the drug works are completely different so I’d say it’s probably fine but definitely ask your physician to be sure.

While not on the topic of brain health, one other useful potential benefit of lion’s mane right about now is its ability to boost the immune system! Animal studies have shown that lion’s mane extract can increase the activity of natural killer cells and macrophages. This action helps your body fight off infections and diseases.

Lion’s mane is a medicinal mushroom that is sold as a dietary supplement and it is even in my own Memory Script which is patented. The mushroom is also eaten as a food, similar to portobello and shiitake mushrooms - you can cook with it!

Lions mane has undoubtedly gained a lot of attention in the health and wellness community. As a reminder, lifestyle factors such as regular exercise and healthy eating habits play a crucial role in maintaining cognitive health. So, if you want to improve your memory, don’t forget to exercise your brain along with your body! I’ve written a longer version of this article in case you’re interested and I have more information at suzycohen.com

(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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The Need For Wills In Complicated Situations

By: Marc S. Galella, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates

It never ceases to amaze me how people with complicated life situations do not have a Last Will and Testament to make things easier on their families when they pass away.

Case in point, mother and father own a house and reside in the house with their daughter. Daughter has long term medical and psychological issues and cannot live on her own. Parents have one other child, their son, who does not live with his parents. Mother and father both die without preparing Wills. According to daughter, it was the parents’ intention that when both parents passed away the daughter would have the right to live in the house for the rest of her life.

Of course, her brother, the other surviving heir, claims not to be aware of their parents’ intentions and expects the house to be sold so he can receive his share of the estate. Daughter is now upset over the fact that she will have to vacate the house and use her proceeds from the sale of the house to find another place to live.

So now brother and sister are at odds with each other. Sister believing, she should have the right to live in the house for the rest of her life and brother looking for his share of the parents’ estate.

All this could’ve been avoided had the parents prepared Wills that would have

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this very simple greeting. It has more impact when spoken than many ever realize. It will amaze you with the response you will get.”

He gave two examples. “I was shopping in Howell and as I was reaching for something on the shelf this elderly lady was walking by and I said ‘hello.’ When I turned around she was crying and I asked ‘Are you okay?’”

“She said ‘No one has said hello to me in a long time. I live with my son and his wife. They don’t say hello or good morning. I am still sleeping when they go to work, when they come home all they say is did you feed the dog, did you feed the cat?’” Rev. Simmons said.

The reverend also noted meeting a man while walking and saying ‘hello.’ The man asked him if he knew him.

stated their intentions as to the house. When a person passes away without a Will, the estate must be distributed pursuant to the New Jersey laws of intestacy which are a series of laws that specify how assets are to be distributed if there is no Will. In this case, the brother and sister would each have inherited one-half of the estate upon the death of the second parent to pass away. Without a Will that could have shown what the parents real intentions were, legally brother has the right to demand that the house be sold so he can receive his onehalf interest in the estate. Had the parents made Wills, they could have stated their intentions as to how the house was to be handled. They could have left the house to the daughter; they could have left the house equally to the two children with the daughter having the right to reside in the house; or they could have left the estate equally to the two children and the daughter would have to find another place to live after the house was sold.

The moral of this story is that everyone should have a Will. More importantly, you should have Will especially where you have a complicated situation such as the intention to leave the house to one child. Contact R.C. Shea & Associates for all your Estate Planning needs.

“I said ‘No, but you do now,’ and we sat down and started talking. He and I started to talk about sports, work, and what was going on in the world today. After 45 minutes he said he had to go and that he wished he could sit here all day with me. Two simple words could turn this country around,” Rev. Simmons added.

Simmons brought that message to Commission last year. He works security at Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson Township where he meets many people during the course of a single day.

He feels that racial, political, cultural and religious differences have made it harder for people to interface together. That plus a preoccupation with smart phones resulting in people, “not knowing their neighbors anymore.”

To inquire about buying a hat, contact Simmons at simms2optonline.net or call the Prosecutor’s Office at 732-929-2027.

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Psychic Fair

TOMS RIVER – Clear your calendar!

Psychic Fair presented by the H.C.B. First Aid Auxiliary will be on April 15 from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Holiday City West Clubhouse, 45 Cabrillo Boulevard, Toms River. Tickets are $50 for 30-minute sessions (by appointment only). Appointments book up fast so schedule early. Money raised will be donated to the HCB First Aid Squad. For appointment, contact Madeline Wesolowski at 732797-0686 or Madweso@comcast.net. Please leave message. She will get back to you.

Wanda: A spiritual reader from a long ancestral background of psychics. Reading Tarot for 15+ years. She deals in herbal medicines and spiritual healing.

Joe Hicks: Joe is a medium. As far as he can remember he has heard and seen things others don’t. When he spoke to his parents about it, they would brush it aside. He realized that not everyone saw what he could see. For years he only helped friends, but then it became more apparent that he had this gift and should be helping others. He says what he has is truly a blessing.

Margaret Steele: Is a medium, Angel

card readings and automatic handwriting to contact your personal ones in Heaven. Certified Reiki Master, who also uses crystals to perform healing sessions on people & animals.

Tori: Has lot of experience. She does spiritual healing, card reading and Reike.

Carol Hellings: Is a professional psychic reader. She has been practicing for many years. She is a certified astrologer and published on Palmistry. She appeared on TV, radio, and taught classes in psychic development.

Carolyn: Has decades of experience. She feels like she was born with the gift of intuition.

Marian: Has been a working as a gifted psychic/medium for over 30 years in northern New Jersey and loves guiding people through their difficulties, concerns or challenges. She is straightforward and direct when revealing the messages through visions, symbols, and words. She has read many TV reality people.

Future events to be held:

• July 15 - Psychic Fair

• August 13 - Mystery Theater

• October 21 - Psychic Fair

High Training Noise At Joint Base For March

By Alyssa Riccardi LAKEHURST – Expect to hear mod -

erate to high noise from Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst (JBMDL) throughout the month of March.

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. Most days in March are scheduled for “moderate noise.” However, there are several days scheduled for “high noise” which includes March 4, 8, 9, 10, 23, 24, 25, and 26.

Additionally, March 12 and 13 are scheduled for “low noise.”

Noise levels are subject to change without notice due to training requirements and weather, JBMDL said.

Crestwood Village 3 Residents Club Spring Fling

WHITING – Crestwood Village 3 Residents Club will hold a Spring Fling dance on April 15 from 6 to 10 p.m. at Unity Hall, 250 Schoolhouse Road Whiting. Cost is $10 per person. Music by DJ Louie. BYOB.

Included: coffee, tea, soda, water, chips and dessert. Tickets on sale at Unity Hall on Mondays and Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. No refunds unless cancelled. For any questions, please call 732-993-7100.

Craft And Antique Show Fundraiser For Vets

will be two food trucks. Parking is free at the wine bottle.

For more information, please call or text to 609-513-6454.

Please tell your family and friends! Hope to see you!

AS THE LEADING RESOURCE FOR SENIOR VETERANS WE WILL GUIDE YOU THROUGH THE APPROVAL PROCESS

NEW GRETNA- A Spring Craft and Antique Show will be held March 25 with a rain date of April 1 at Veterans United Military Memorial Museum, 5576 RT 9, New Gretna. They will have more than 30. There

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Super Clean, Beautiful - Greenbriar Blue Moon Estate Sale, Friday, March 17 & 18 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 1806 Sweetbay. 609-338-2532. A fun treasure hunt awaits! (12)

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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)

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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)

Vinyl Records Wanted - Paying cash for LP albums. Rock, Blues, Reggae, Soul. Very good condition only. Call Rick 908-616-7104. (13)

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

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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)

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)

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

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Upcoming Trips Via Bill Morano Tours

TOMS RIVER – Below is a list of upcoming trips hosted by Bill Morano Tours. Some dates and prices are subject to change. Includes deluxe motorcoach transportation. Overnight tour prices include hotels and are per person double occupancy. Toms River Departures. Free parking available. Call for a free brochure at 732-2782059. For more information, visit moranotours.net

Day Trips:

• March 11 – Philadelphia Flower Show “Garden Electric” – $88. Show returns indoors at the convention center. Includes admission.

• April 30 – Wind Creek Casino Bethlehem, PA – $44. Guests receive $25 to $30 slot play.

• May 6 – Amish Country Lancaster, PA – $85. Includes Shady Maple lunch, plus visit Bird-in-Hand Bake Shop and Kitchen Kettle Village.

• June 7 – Day in Cape May, NJ – $99. Includes lunch at Lobster House and Historic District Trolley Tour.

• June 28, July 9 – Sight & Sound Theater “Moses” – $137. Main floor seats. Includes buffet lunch at Shady Maple.

• July 22 – New York Yankees vs. K.C. Royals – $133. Good seats.

Multi-Day Trips:

• May 20 to 26 – Seven-day Kentucky and Nashville’s “Music City” – $1,079. Nashville’s Grand Ole Opry, General Jackson lunch and Show Cruise, Guided tour of Historic Lexington, KY and Horse Racing Park. Also, Noah’s “Ark Encounter,” Bourbon Distillery Tour and Tasing. Plus, West Virginia, “The Mountain State” Gandy Dancer Dinner Show. Includes 11 meals too! Good package. Great Price!

• June 18 to 21 – Four-day Cape Code and Martha’s Vineyard – $789.

• July 11 to 13 – Three-day Finger Lakes, NY – $675.

• September 17 to 20 – Four-day Coastal Maine – $749. Old Orchard Beach (three nights), Portland, Casco Bay Cruise, Kennebunkport.

Info Sessions Scheduled For New Dementia Friendly Fitness Classes

TOMS RIVER – Francine Pannella, LPN, owner of Dementia Living Solutions has announced the scheduling of two Information sessions to share details about “Movement Music & Memories”, a new community-based fitness and enrichment program designed for people living at home with dementia and their care partners. The information sessions are free and will be held on March 23 from 3 to 5:30 p.m. and on March 25 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the day care center space at Visiting Homecare Service of Ocean County building located at 105 Sunset Avenue Toms River. They ask attendees to use rear parking lot and far left entrance.

Details about the classes, literature, refreshments, and resources will be offered during the sessions. Classes will be offered 2 afternoons per week and Saturday mornings

starting in April. Movement Music & Memories, created in 2011 is a one-hour session of focused movement to carefully chosen music that provides fun and interactive physical and cognitive stimulation using theme based multi-sensory activities, singing, reminiscence and games designed to spark connection to self. Safe, carefully designed movement improves overall fitness by increasing circulation, range of motion and flexibility. Strict adherence to internationally recognized dementia best practices.

The goal? To share the benefits of music driven movement, human connection, stimulate body and brain and provide a fun and joyful experience for all.

For more information visit dementialivingsolutions.com or email fran@dementialivingsolutions.com.

Ocean County Shrine Ladies Club - Bunco Party

TOMS RIVER – Ocean County Shrine

Ladies Club Bunco Party to support the Shriner’s Hospital for Children in Philadelphia will be on April 23 at Holiday City Berkeley, Clubhouse #2, 631 Jamaica Boulevard, Toms River.

Doors open at 12 p.m.; game begins at 1 p.m. Tickets are $15 per person and are

nonrefundable. Includes sandwich, chips, dessert and water. Gift basket raffle and 50/50.

Call for tickets: Rosemarie LoPresti at 732228-7617. Make checks payable to: OCSLC. Mail to: Rosemarie LoPresti, 35 Charlen Road, Toms River, NJ 08755. All tickets must be purchased by April 14.

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SAT. JULY. 22 NEW YORK YANKEES VS. K.C. ROYALS GOOD SEATS $133.

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Whale Necropsy Finds Propeller Wounds

By Alyssa Riccardi SEASIDE PARK – Marine

experts have determined the cause of death of the whale that washed ashore in Seaside Park.

The whale was first spotted March 1 about one mile off the L Street beach and confirmed by the Seaside Park Police Department. The whale then washed up the following day.

On March 3, The Marine Mammal

Stranding Center as well as other experts completed the necropsy. Despite it being somewhat decomposed, teams found several internal and external injuries on the female whale. These injuries included bruising on the head, sections of fractured skull, and sharp force trauma consistent with propeller wounds on the right lateral side, the Marine Mammal Stranding Center said. Additionally, experts found evidence of

previous entanglement scars.

“The necropsy team obtained samples from the wound sites, as well as other parts of the whale, that will be sent out for further testing to determine if the injuries were sustained pre or post mortem. Full results may not be available for many weeks,” The Marine Mammal Stranding Center said. “Following the necropsy, the whale was buried on the beach.”

The Seaside Park Police Department, Fire Department, Public Works, NJ State Park Police, Ocean County Sheriff’s Officials, Seaside Heights Officials, NOAA Fisheries’ Office of Law Enforcement and Greater Atlantic Regional Fisheries Office Staff, NJ Department of Environmental Projection, and Monmouth County Department of Public Works were all on scene or assisting with the response.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast

For the week of mar 11 - mar 17

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Try your best to avoid an awkward situation in the week ahead. Keep your promises with a positive attitude to overcome any small misunderstandings. Returning a gift might make someone feel unappreciated, so be tactful.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Express your enthusiasm for work or play, for something unique or for anything that piques your interest. In the upcoming week, you may receive instant attention for inventiveness and your efforts to act independently.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): “Hope for the best but prepare for the worst” might be your motto in the week ahead. This is a week when you may resolve to find ways to remain solvent and secure while reviewing your financial future.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Read and listen with curiosity in mind, as knowledge is a gift. You may use your spare time to delve into subjects such as geography or travel. The more you learn, the happier you may be as this week unfolds.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Your better instincts may gain the upper hand as this week unfolds. When you feel the holiday spirit, you are more likely to help a friend or act on a charitable impulse. An ambitious project may consume your waking hours.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): In the upcoming week, you might realize that following the same old routines could be slow-moving. It might be time to change a few of your habits or try something new. Consider reassessing and revising your goals.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Expand your horizons and digest new knowledge gathered from simple, everyday events. Plan some exciting excursions or activities for the week ahead so that your loved ones feel they’re getting ample attention.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You may think you prefer to hang out with familiar people in well-known places. However, you might become more enthused if you try something new and different. Break out of your comfort zone in the week to come.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): It may be a good week to expand your horizons. Search for information or courses on things you’ve always found interesting. Enjoy the process of learning how things work and try something new.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): This is the traditional week to make some resolutions and find wise solutions. You could profit from applying last-minute, end-of-year tax strategies. Consider making some sensible and dynamic changes to your lifestyle.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Being successful in an undertaking may take risk. You might find more than you bargained for while playing on the internet or exploring new territory. Your leadership abilities might receive notice in the upcoming week.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Get straight to the point. In the upcoming week, vagueness or a lack of commitment could create confusion. However, you don’t want to hurt anyone’s feelings, so try to tread a fine line.

AN ALABAMA FAVORITE THAT FEATURES OLD-WORLD FLAVORS IN A WHOLLY AMERICAN WAY

By America’s Test Kitchen

Johnny’s Restaurant in Homewood, Alabama, is known far and wide for its Greek baked chicken, a super flavorful dish of marinated and roasted chicken with tons of herbs and lemon -- a reflection of the chef’s Greek heritage and Alabama upbringing. Once our editors tried the dish on a recipe-research trip, we knew we had to create a version that home cooks could make whenever they couldn’t get the real thing.

Our first order of business was determining which herbs to use in the marinade. After experimenting with fresh herbs, dried herbs and even dried herb blends, we found the best balance with fresh thyme, fresh rosemary and dried oregano, which packs a more pungent punch than fresh. Rather than finely mince the fresh herbs, we opted to simply chop them; we found that with slightly larger pieces, the bursts of flavor were more pronounced and exciting. To make sure the marinade penetrated past the surface of the chicken, we cut 1/2-inch-deep slashes in each piece. And to achieve the lovely browning we remembered from the chicken at Johnny’s, we roasted our chicken at a relatively hot 425 degrees and gave it a blast of heat from the broiler at the end of cooking. As the chicken cooked, the marinade and the chicken juices transformed into a deeply flavorful pan sauce. Served with the pan sauce spooned over top, this simple yet flavorful supper is a great addition to your recipe repertoire -- until you can make it to Alabama, of course.

GREEK CHICKEN

Serves 4

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary

2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme

5 garlic cloves, chopped

6 (3-inch) strips lemon zest, chopped,

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plus 1 tablespoon juice

1 tablespoon kosher salt

1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano

1 teaspoon ground coriander

1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

1/2 teaspoon pepper

3 pounds bone-in chicken pieces (2 split breasts, 2 drumsticks, 2 thighs and 2 wings, wingtips discarded)

1. Combine oil, rosemary, thyme, garlic, lemon zest, salt, oregano, coriander, pepper flakes and pepper in a large bowl. Cut three 1/2-inch-deep slits in the skin side of each chicken breast, two 1/2-inch-deep slits in the skin side of each thigh and two 1/2-inch-deep slits in each drumstick; leave the wings whole. Transfer chicken to the bowl with the marinade and turn to thoroughly coat, making sure the marinade gets into the slits. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.

2. Adjust the oven rack 6 inches from the broiler element and heat the oven to 425 degrees. Place chicken, skin side up, in a 12-inch oven-safe skillet. Using a rubber spatula, scrape any remaining marinade from the bowl over the chicken. Roast until breasts register 160 degrees and drumsticks/thighs register 175 degrees, 30 to 35 minutes.

3. Remove the skillet from the oven and spoon pan juices over the top of the chicken to wet the skin. Heat the broiler. Broil chicken until the skin is lightly browned, about 3 minutes, rotating the skillet as necessary for even browning. Let the chicken rest in the skillet for 10 minutes. Transfer chicken to a shallow platter. Stir lemon juice into the pan juices, then spoon over chicken. Serve.

Recipe notes

Use a vegetable peeler to remove six strips of zest from the lemon. If you have a rasp-style grater and prefer to use it to zest the lemon, you will need about 1 tablespoon of zest. Make sure to use kosher salt here; we developed this recipe using Diamond Crystal Kosher Salt.

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