2023-05-27 - The Southern Ocean Times

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Inspiration Comes In Waves For Lifeguard Who Lost Part Of Her Hand

By Stephanie Faughnan

MANAHAWKIN –Megan Misurelli, 22, has always felt a profound connection to the water, fi nding a sense of sanctuary within its depths. However, the 2023 Albright College graduate also understands the immense power the aquatic world holds, where tranquility and danger coexist.

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As an accomplished competitive swimmer for both Donovan Catholic and Albright College, Misurelli’s bond with the water ran deep. Her relentless pursuit of excellence and disciplined commitment clearly demonstrated the young woman’s unwavering determination and resilience.

Beginning in the summer of 2020, Misurelli decided to put her affinity for the water and her desire to help people to work. She went through rigorous training to join Harvey Cedars Beach

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Former Skinhead Teaches Students About Life Without Hate

By Stephanie Faughnan

OCEAN COUNTY – A former leader of an international hate group is now spreading a different message: how to be compassionate to others and how to break a cycle of anger and violence.

Arno Michaelis was the keynote speaker at a leadership conference at Ocean County College, held in collaboration with the prosecutor’s office and the Cultural Heritage Commission. The mission was

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Power In e Pines Air Show Takes Flight Again A er 5 Years

By Andrey Nalbantov LAKEHURST

– It took more than 20 minutes to go the last mile to get into Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst (MDL) Sunday morning - watching the same traffic light turn red three times in a row – because of how many carloads of people were going to see the Power in the Pines show. After waiting five years, waiting even longer due to traffic built up the anticipation.

Saturday’s weather was rainy, which made even more people pile into the event on Sunday. Even though the base opened its gates for the event at 9 a.m., the enthusiastic visitors were already pre-

paring to swarm each one of the three entrances in order to get inside quicker.

Hundreds upon hundreds were gathered and impatiently waiting for the already massive lines in front of the security check-up to clear so they could fi nally go in, and again enjoy an event that they have been missing for the past five years to return.

Finally, after five years and close to an hour in line, the Power in the Pines event was back. The reasons for the long hiatus were the COVID-19 pandemic, and two very important operations that the MDL base was in use for: “Allies Refuge” and

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–Photo by Stephanie Faughnan Megan Misurelli feels alive at the beach and has a profound connection to the

–Photo by Stephanie Faughnan Arnold Michaelis is a former white supremacist who hopes to inspire kids to be kind and compassionate.

–Photo by Andrey Nalbantov Vehicles were on display for the public to see up close.

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Patrol as a lifeguard. She was thrilled to return to the same position in 2021 and has been back every summer since.

Misurelli encountered a major twist of fate on July 5, 2021, one of the busiest beach days of the season. As a result of a hurricane swell, rip tides emerged, causing a number of swimmers to be pulled towards the buoys and away from the watchful eye of the lifeguards.

Fearlessly charging into the water with a rescue board, Misurelli brought in two sets of swimmers to the shallow end as she headed out for a bigger group.

With her focus intent on ensuring

the safety of others, Misurelli didn’t realize she was bleeding profusely. A razor-sharp strap on the fiberglass board had ruthlessly severed a portion of the top of her right hand.

Misurelli still finds some of the events that followed to be a bit uncanny. Although her sister Melissa was a lifeguard in Ship Bottom, she just happened to be in Harvey Cedars when the accident happened. Somehow, her parents made it from Manahawkin to LBI in just seven minutes.

“A plastic surgeon who lives on the beach I was guarding that day called my mom,” shared Misurelli. “He said he heard what happened and wanted to help.”

According to Misurelli, Dr. Frank

Cimminello made arrangements for her to meet with one of his partners, a hand surgeon. Two operations later and lots of physical therapy have resulted in a return to complete mobility.

From the beginning, Misurelli made it clear she had no intentions of being a victim. She returned to the swim team as soon as she had the go-ahead. The injury required the determined young woman to initially use her fist as she did the freestyle stroke. Misurelli also wasn’t allowed to dive into the water because of the pressure. Other swimmers were four body lengths ahead of Misurelli when the races first started.

“That season I was undefeated all year,” shared Misurelli. “And I couldn’t even dive in.”

As if excelling at one sport wasn’t enough, Misurelli decided to take up tennis and made the varsity team. Amazingly, she’d only played before with her family as a pastime during COVID.

Meanwhile, Misurelli devised a way to make sure she turned in her academic papers on time. The challenge was figuring out how to type them with a 20 pound cast on her dominant hand that went all the way up to her shoulder.

“I would type with my left hand, and voice audio everything,” Misurelli said. “It all took an unbelievably long time, but I was determined to get it done.”

Despite facing a major challenge that could have changed the course of her life, Megan refused to let the incident define her. Instead, she drew upon its power to

propel herself towards a future full of promise and possibility.

The young woman not only received her Bachelor of Science degree in biochemistry and biotechnology, but she also authored and presented several research papers and was selected by the president of Albright College to give a keynote address at graduation.

Misurelli spoke of the challenges she encountered as a result of the accident. The young woman also told a story that summed up the reasons she equated wishes and flying as a metaphor for her life’s journey in the present time.

“I slowly retaught myself things I believed were innate behaviors,” shared Misurelli. “In short, I had to learn how to fly again. So, I started over. Trauma, I’ve learned, makes you intensely aware of the present moment in slow time and allowed me to appreciate everything.”

As she continued speaking at the commencement, she said that a wise man once told her that in this life, each of us are born twice.

“The first birth is the day you were born,” Misurelli continued. “The second birth is the day you find your purpose.”

The next time she flies again will be in August as she heads to Saint James School of Medicine in Anguilla. The journey comes with a clear purpose in mind - to fulfill a strong woman’s calling as a doctor in a third world country, where she can provide essential assistance to underserved communities in need.

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to empower students and encourage them to positively impact their communities.

Michaelis is the author of “My Life After Hate” and came to provide some insight into his personal history. The speaker’s past included founding an international white supremacy group, acting as a reverend of a racial holy war, and performing as the lead singer in a hate metal band.

From Wisconsin, Michaelis now speaks to groups as an activist for love and compassion. In a thought-provoking speech, he challenged students to reflect on their role as upstanders or bystanders in society. He said he valued the power of storytelling: the narratives people believe in and share will shape their lives and interactions with the world around them.

Michaelis drew from his own past and shared some of the mistakes he made. He admitted that during his youth, he was not an upstander nor a bystander but rather someone who actively caused problems for himself and others.

However, the former skinhead said he has since dedicated his life to working in the field to counter violent extremism. In doing so, Michaelis said he’d learned a great deal about the often tragic backgrounds that contribute to their radicalization.

Many have experienced childhoods marked by suffering, abuse, and hatred, with some even enduring sexual trauma.

He emphasized how such trauma can break a person, leading them to perceive hate as an escape from their pain. He likened the allure of hate to that of a dangerous drug capable of trapping a person in addiction and misery.

Michaelis said his personal story somewhat deviated from the typical narrative associated with former extremists. Despite growing up in a seemingly idyllic household, he revealed that his father’s alcoholism was a significant source of his own suffering. While his father was not a mean drunk, his excessive drinking and prioritization of leisure activities over work put the burden of providing for the family on Michaelis’s mother, who worked tirelessly to make ends meet.

“I grew up watching my mother suffer,” said Michaelis. “I could see how badly she was hurting, and it hurt me.”

However, Michaelis admitted that he distanced himself rather than offering help to his mom. By the time he was in kindergarten, he was already a bully. Michaelis said as he grew a bit older, he got a big kick out of parents and teachers being afraid of him.

By age 14, Michaelis was already drinking alcohol, which intensified his antisocial tendencies, fueling his desire to shock and repulse others. Michaelis admitted to adopting white nationalist ideologies through exposure to white power music, which glorified a distorted worldview centered on hatred towards marginalized

communities.

The room of approximately 400 students was hushed as Michaelis recounted the allure of using symbols like the swastika to provoke and repulse people.

A society driven by hate and violence inevitably produces evil and violence in return, he said. He highlighted the tragic consequences that befell his friends as a result of their involvement in hate-fueled actions. Michaelis’ closest friend ended up in prison for a shooting incident, while another lost his life in a street fight, both victims of the hate and violence they had embraced.

Michaelis emphasized that casting blame on others not only hindered problem-solving, but also exacerbated issues and increased a continuing cycle of blame. Ultimately, the speaker learned something from co-workers who treated him well despite his actions to them.

“What was most exhausting was when people I claimed to hate treated me with kindness,” said Michaelis. “And that’s really what drove home how wrong I was to be a violent racist.”

During the seven year period he was involved in white supremacy groups, Michaelis said all the hate he professed, mixed with violence and alcohol, caused him to break up with his girlfriend. Michaelis was suddenly a single dad to an 18-month-old baby and decided it was time to stop. By then it was 1994; Michaelis said he left hate groups and went from being a white

power skinhead to a raver in Chicago. His new friends noticed his swastikas tattoos but were into the party scene and accepted him as he was. He has since covered up the tattoos.

At this point in his life, Michaelis told the students he’s just trying to undo the harm that he’s done. He encouraged them to practice kindness, gratitude and forgiveness.

“It will make you happy,” said Michaelis. “It will also lead people around you to be happy, and it will make you an upstander in the world.”

He was introduced by Dr. Henry Jackson, OCC’s Executive Director of Academic Success.

“Here at OCC, we’re going to make this a tradition to try and get our students to be upstanders,” he said. “And not bystanders.”

Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley Billhimer told the students he hoped the conference would give them a transformative experience shaping their high school years and motivating them to celebrate diversity and treat others with respect.

Billhimer explained his role as the chief law enforcement officer in the county, saying that his office prosecutes between 5,000 and 6,000 cases each year. The prosecutor’s office also investigates criminal cases in conjunction with local police departments.

“We have members of our office that are on pace to speak to over 100 schools this year,” shared Billhimer . “The goal of all that outreach we do is so we don’t see you as a defendant.”

OPINIONS & COMMENTARY

“Linda” is among the thousands of new people we serve at Mercy Center’s food pantry since the cuts this past February to COVID SNAP benefits, formerly food stamps. She is a hard-working, single mom with four teenagers who, overnight, went from $600 per month in SNAP benefits to just $150 in food assistance. The $450 reduction in benefits, along with the continued high prices of groceries, already makes it impossible for her to purchase enough food to feed her children. Simply put, she must turn to our pantry to make up the difference.

At Mercy Center in Asbury Park, the families we serve are still struggling because of historically high food costs, low wages, and the end of COVID SNAP benefits. It does not surprise us that United Way of Northern Jersey just reported, “37 percent of working families struggled to make ends meet during the pandemic.” The termination of COVID SNAP benefits in February dramatically affected families in Monmouth

GOP Debt Ceiling Bill Will Hurt Families

County. We see it here on the ground in real life and in heart wrenching real time.

Now, the House of Representatives has passed a debt-ceiling bill that if passed by the Senate, would further limit access to SNAP benefits. The current bill would force additional deeply harmful cuts and will leave more families, children, veterans, and seniors hungry. As a result, even more families will turn to pantries for survival. Enough is enough.

Mercy Center’s food pantry, which served nearly 1,600 people in 2021, was flooded with families the next year, and we saw the number explode to 35,000 in 2022. In just the first quarter of this year, we served more than 20,000 people, putting us on a path to a mind-numbing 80,000 this year. We simply cannot sustain the increase in demand long-term.

House leaders want to expand existing work requirements for SNAP, which would add another layer of red tape for struggling families. Expanding work requirements for SNAP unfairly targets people who work seasonal and unstable

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jobs, and those with disabilities. At Mercy Center, where I am the Executive Director, we are not interested in the politics of a debt ceiling, we care about the people we serve, and they should not be forced to make the choice between feeding their families and keeping a roof over their heads.

Our pantry line already begins in the early morning hours before we open, five days a week, in all types of weather. Even greater limits - as proposed in the debt ceiling package - on top of the post-COVID cutbacks on SNAP will certainly lengthen that line.

When COVID SNAP enhancements ended in February, Mercy Center’s food pantry felt the pain immediately. We experienced an increase from 5,581 clients in February to 7,221 people in March. That’s a 30 percent jump! We had 596 new pantry users in February, to a whopping 1,711 new people in March. That’s a 187 percent hike. We are bracing for the day when the proposed cuts result in another round of pain for our most vulnerable.

Even worse, we are seeing

frustration that comes with food insecurity. The anger and fear is palpable. We have had to install cameras and provide our volunteers with panic buttons as they routinely now must manage the understandable but unruly behavior that comes with the growling of an empty stomach or the crying of a hungry baby.

Approximately 785,000 struggling New Jersey residents - children, parents, seniors, people with disabilities, veterans, and more - are already hurt by the COVID cuts. SNAP households in Monmouth County – where more than half those struggling are children – lost $190 per month in benefits. This deficit of approximately 1.5 million meals each month cannot be on the back of food pantries like Mercy Center. We are funded solely on donations, and we cannot be substitutes for the enormous loss in food assistance, which will accompany greater SNAP restrictions.

It is important to note the SNAP system was imperfect before the devastating cuts – hygiene products are not included for women and

girls, and mothers are not permitted to use the benefits to purchase diapers for their infants and toddlers. Imagine a teenage girl, already behind because of COVID learning gaps, unable to go to school because she cannot afford hygiene products. Money for food will have to come first.

Another pre-existing failure with SNAP that will be exasperated by new limitations is with benefits for seniors. We get calls regularly from seniors in desperation with nothing in their refrigerators or cabinets, telling us they are starving. They routinely lose SNAP benefits as their caregivers are not allowed to use their cards on their behalf, and our seniors have no transportation to get to grocery stores themselves and often, have mobility issues. In fact, Mercy Center started delivering food from our pantry to their homes in response to their cries for help.

House Republicans argue that requiring able-bodied adults without dependents, ages 18 to 55, up from the current requirement for ages 18 to 49, to work or participate in a work training or

education program for a least 20 hours per week to receive continuous SNAP benefits would save the nation a “few billion dollars.” Studies have shown such limits on benefits do not increase earnings or employment – they just increase hunger and food insecurity. At Mercy Center, we believe it is harsh, cruel even, to play politics with the well-being of our neighbors in need. It is also counter intuitive and short minded for our politicians to make further cuts to SNAP that fuel local stores, pumping life into New Jersey’s economy. As debt ceiling talks continue, we urge you to contact your local member of Congress and say, “enough is enough.” SNAP is universally recognized as the single-handed most important tool in the fight against hunger. Longer lines at food pantries are not the solution to the political fight over the debt ceiling.

Kim Guadagno Former Lt. Governor Executive Director of Mercy Center

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Silverton Farms Saved Itself to take that credit by using our address. I don’t believe Mayor Hill has so much as visited or even purchased a vegetable from my farm, though he lives less than 1 mile away in the 30+ years we have been open. We would have graciously welcomed his support had he decided to attend any of the various fundraisers we have hosted over the years of which many supported local causes.

Supreme Court Needs Code Of Ethics

This letter is in response to the March 18 article titled “Township Eyes Land For Open Space.”

The article stated that the township had just preserved 1520 Silverton Road, with a picture of the preservation sign for Silverton Farms. This is a false statement. I, Tom Nivison, preserved Silverton Farms over 20 years ago, long before the current administration was in place. Mayor Hill should get no credit for preserving Silverton Farms, despite his efforts

Thank you for your time.

Tom Nivison Toms River Council Candidate

The recent news about Clarence Thomas’s financial entanglements with GOP megadonor Harlan Crow should be alarming to every American. This is what happens when the highest court in the land is given free rein to police itself. Clarence Thomas isn’t the first justice to engage in unethical behavior. And if Congress continues to ignore the need for a Supreme Court code of ethics, he won’t be the last. Of the nine justices currently on the bench, four have been called out for unethical be-

havior and connections in the last year. Neil Gorsuch sold property to the head of a law firm with cases in front of the Supreme Court. Samuel Alito dined with anti-abortion activists and allegedly leaked decisions on reproductive health. John Roberts’ wife has earned millions of dollars from law firms with business before the Supreme Court. Congress has a constitutional duty to act as a check on the Supreme Court and restore faith in our judicial system. It’s time they act and pass a Supreme Court code of ethics.

Pamela A. Talbot Toms River

Package Of Bills To Support Veterans A er Suicide

From The Desk Of Congressman Jefferson Van Drew

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Van Drew introduced three pieces of legislation - the Andrew Thomas McCaffrey Green Star Veterans Service Act, the Green Star Families Act, and the Veterans’ Telecommunications Protection Act - aimed to bring awareness of veteran suicide and to ease the burden of costs for veterans’ organizations.

“Andrew Thomas McCaffrey was a brave and fearless man who served his country in Afghanistan. Far too often, our veterans do not receive the care they need when they return from service, and tragically lose their lives to suicide,” said Congressman Van Drew. “The Andrew Thomas McCaffrey Green Stars Veterans Service Act is a tribute to veterans like Andrew McCaffrey and provides a symbol of recognition and support for family members affected by veteran suicide. Each year, we lose thousands of veterans to suicide - we must allocate necessary funding and resources to fight for our veterans when they leave service, just as they have fought for all of us.

“This package of bills recognizes all of the dedicated and selfless veterans

across our nation and will bring awareness to the terrible tragedy of suicide. In Congress, we must invest in our veterans’ mental health and provide support to those who have lost their loved ones,” added Congressman Van Drew.

“Recognizing the existence of a problem is the first step towards finding a solution. By acknowledging the importance of the Green Star Service Flag, we take the first official step towards addressing the issue of veteran suicide,” said Matt Cahill, founder of Green Star Families of America.

The Andrew Thomas McCaffrey Green Star Veterans Service Act is named in memory of Andrew Thomas McCaffrey, who served in Afghanistan, to bring awareness and support for those who have lost loved ones to suicide. It directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to designate a Green Star Flag for next of kin of veterans who die by suicide.

The Green Star Families Act establishes a counseling program through the Veterans Affairs Department for families and caregivers of veterans deceased as the result of suicide, at no cost to them.

The Veterans’ Telecommunications Protection Act requires providers of cable services and telephone services to charge veterans’ organizations residential rates for such services.

NOTICE OF HEARING

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that James Wagner has made application to the Long Beach Township Land Use Board for approval of a minor subdivision to affect certain lot line changes between four (4) existing lots located at 10512 Long Beach Boulevard, Long Beach Township, Ocean County, New Jersey, being Lots 1.04, 1.05, 1.06 and 1.07, Block 11.04 on the Long Beach Township Tax Map.

Applicants are requesting the following variances and design waivers:

• Waiver of requirement to show existing and proposed contours due to no changes to existing improvements or impervious cover.

Applicants will seek any other variances and/or waivers that may be required by the Long Beach Township Land Use Board at the time of the Public Hearing.

is matter is on the meeting agenda for the Long Beach Township Land Use Board’s meeting scheduled for Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at 6:30 PM in the Administration Building, First Floor Court Room, 6805 Long Beach Boulevard, Brant Beach, NJ, at which time persons interested may appear personally or by agent or attorney with a properly authorized power of attorney. Please note that this is an in person meeting only. ere will be no virtual component.

Should the meeting format change, the Township website will be updated with necessary information up to and including the date of the meeting. You will not receive notice of a meeting format change. It is up to you to check the Township website or call the Township (609.361.6653) during normal business hours on the day of the hearing for any change from in person to virtual meeting.

Documents are available for inspection at the Land Use Board Office, 6805 Long Beach Boulevard, Brant Beach, New Jersey during normal business hours Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 3:00p.m.

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Student Gets Special Escort To School

STAFFORD – Benny received the royal treatment with an escort into school on May 16 from the Chief! As the lucky winner of a fundraiser to support Lighthouse Christian Academy, 12-year-old Benny was picked up from his home this morning by Chief Thomas Dellane, escorted by two police motors to the Stafford Intermediate School, and walked into his classroom. What a way to start off the day!

O cer Inducted Into Southern Regional Athletic Hall Of Fame

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

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STAFFORD – Congratulations to all of those who were inducted into the Southern Regional Athletic Hall of Fame this past weekend, but especially to one of Stafford Police’s very own, Patrolman Gerardo Jorge.

O cer Graduates From Police Academy

STAFFORD – Congratulations Patrolman

Zachary Otte for graduating from the Ocean County Police Academy.

Patrolman Otte was born and raised in Stafford township and grew up always wanting to be a Stafford Township Police Officer.

As a 2018 SRHS graduate and Captain of the football team, Zachary went on to play football at McDaniel College and received his Bachelors in Accounting and Business Administration. We are proud to officially welcome him into the Stafford Police Family.

Long Beach Township PBA Breakfast 5K Run/Walk

LONG BEACH – The Long Beach Township PBA Breakfast 5k Run/Walk will be on June 4 at 8:30 a.m. Register at: runsignup. com/Race/NJ/LongBeachTownship/LongBeachTownshipPBABreakfast5kRunWalk. Registration is digital. There are no paper applications nor is cash accepted. Everyone must sign up online. Online registration closes at the start of the race. Have the following items easily accessible to maintain the efficiency and speed of Packet Pickup: email confi rmation bar code per registrant

(printed or digital) to scan. Proceeds benefit the Long Beach Township PBA 373.

5k Awards & Divisions:

Overall - Top 3 Male & Female Overall Individuals

Age Groups - Top 3 Male & Female Individuals in the Age Group Division 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Over

Emergency Services - Top 3 Male & Female EMS Individuals

Tuckerton Pig Roast/BBQ

TUCKERTON – Giffordtown Schoolhouse

Museum is hosting the Tuckerton Pig Roast/ BBQ at Dockside Cafe and Marina, 338 S. Green Street, on June 10 from 3 to 7 p.m. Live music, gift auction, 50/50 raffle. Donation of $25 per person, children under

10 free. Tickets can be bought at Dockside and at Museum on Wednesdays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 35 Leitz Boulevard and Wisteria Lane, Tuckerton. Hurry, they are going fast! Cash bar available. Proceeds benefit Tuckerton Historical Society.

Sta ord Township’s Green Team Green Fair

STAFFORD – Mayor Myhre and Township Council would like to invite you to Stafford Township’s Green Team Green Fair on July 11 from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Heritage Park.

You will be able to learn more about sustainable and eco-friendly practices, products and services! For more information, call 609-597-1000 ext.8559 or email rbaldwin@staffordnj.gov.

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Founders Day 2023

STAFFORD – Surf’s Up Stafford! In just a couple of months they will be catching a wave into Founders Day 2023 on June 10.

They want all of you there to help us continue the decades-long tradition of celebrating the founding of Stafford Township in 1749.

Whether it is entering your children

in Little Miss Stafford or Little Town Crier, becoming a sponsor, joining us in a parade through the heart of town, being a vendor at the Doc Cramer fields or joining the Miss Stafford Pageants, they want to see you there!

Enjoy food trucks, vendors, firework display and more! For more information, visit staffordnj.gov/428/Founders-Day.

Couch To 5K

LACEY – Get off the couch and get running this summer with Lacey Rec and the Municipal Alliance. Our Couch to 5K program is designed to help you cross the finish line at the Lacey 5K. There will be weekly group training runs/walks, motivation to keep you moving, guidance and advice, and educational clinics on topics such as proper nutrition and avoiding injury- plus, you’ll

have the camaraderie of others just like you! Runs take place at Gille Park Pavilion on Mondays at 7 p.m. starting June 26. Coached by: Brandy Rapatski, Patty Naden, Robin Gialanella, Gabrielle Spano, Jean Sullivan, Tina Kennis. Fee is $30 and includes your registration into the Lacey 5K. Race day is August 26. To register visit: parksrec.egov.basgov.com/laceynj.

Car & Truck Show

LACEY – Lacey United Methodist Church LUMC is hosting a Car & Truck Show on June 17 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

All years/makes/models welcomed. Trophies; music; food; fun for all. Cost is $15 for pre-registration, $20 day of show. Rain date is July 1. Visit jerseyshorecarshows.com or laceyumc.

org for an application and more information. Food will be available to purchase. Outdoor vendor spaces are available! Cost is $35 per space (parking lot spot). Visit laceyumc. org/events for a vendor registration form. Questions? Contact the LUMC Office at 609-693-5222.

Fish And Crab Contest

WARETOWN – Township of Ocean Municipal Alliance will be hosting a Fish and Crab Contest on June 3 at Sands Point Park, Dock Avenue. Open to children ages 12 and

under. Registration at 5 p.m.; contest 5:30 to 7 p.m. Prizes awarded! Must ring your own bait and tackle. For more information, contact recreation@twpoceannj.gov.

Summer Solstice Cra Show

LONG BEACH – St. Francis Community Center is hosting a Summer Solstice Craft Show on June 10 from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Enjoy 70 local artists, crafters, and makers for the annual craft show. Indoor $2 admission fee. New and returning vendors;

potters; mixed media artists; jewelry makers; photographers; woodwork & décor; confectioners and much more!

Don’t forget to participate in the chance auction to win a handcrafted piece by one of the talented crafters.

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Local Pets Available For Adoption

LACEY – The Associated Humane Society shelter at the Popcorn Park Zoo has pets available for adoption.

Donovan is a big puppy dog of about 2-years-old that would positively love a family that will take him on adventures, play fetch with him, and maybe even take him for a swim. He has some lab in him, so he would love all of that, plus, he’d love just being with you. Donovan adores everyone he meets so it’s a mystery as to how he became a lost and lonely stray. He’s happy to be cared for now and he’s

never looking back. Donovan is a curious, active guy that’s had some training in his life. He’ll walk nicely on a leash once he gets some energy out, and he takes anything you offer him very gently. He loves to take off zooming after a toy or tennis ball, and he’ll bring it right back to you. Donovan is big, boisterous, and bouncy, so he may do best with larger dogs and sturdy kids!

Call 609-693-1900, visit ahscares.org/ forked-river-adoptables/ or email: office@ ahsppz.org for an adoption application.

Kick O To Summer Fireworks!

LONG BEACH – Kick off summer with a fi rework show at Bayview Park on May 27! Music from 7 to 9 p.m. by Calista Quinn followed by fireworks sponsored by Fantasy

Island!

Watch from your boat or roof top! Rain date: May 28. Bayview Park parking will be closed. Please plan accordingly.

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“Allies Welcome.” During the time those operations were active, the base served as a safe haven for the Afghan evacuees.

This year the event carried the slogan “On The Wings of Community,” and according to U.S. Air Force Major Virginia Kelaher, it’s an attempt to bring the joint base closer to the towns surrounding it.

“This is a chance for the community to see what we actually do every day,” said Kelaher. “They hear our planes and see our vehicles, but do not often get to interact with us.”

And they defi nitely got to interact with military personnel – in addition to seeing and hearing the vehicles.

The main area of the event was fi lled with different military displays, from massive aircrafts like the C130T Hercules - which carries cargo - to WWII vehicles and props, to the fi rst-time addition of a full STEM display.

Once 11:30 a.m. came around, the whole base went into silence. A military orchestra began their set. The National Anthem rang in the air, for a moment as if everyone around the orchestra froze in time.

Moments later the main event began, a F-16 Viper Demo Team opened the

fi rst act of the show.

Followed by them were the U.S. Army Golden Knights. The demonstration parachute team also was Kelaher’s favorite part of the event. The reason for that was because she was a part of the team 10 years ago during an air show.

Then one o’clock hit, and a short quick aircraft began ascending the sky until it suddenly disappeared. Moments later a loud bang shook everyone and the same exact aircraft tore through the air.

The plane in question is an F-15C from the Massachusetts Air National Guard, and it created an adrenaline-pumping and ear drums-popping show for all the attendants.

As the public announcer said, “The pilot of the plane set the bar high and kept it high.”

And while the lines for the main entrance often took hours to clear out, the smiles and amazed looks from the public showed that it was worth the wait.

–U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Faith Iris MacIlvaine

The WarBird Thunder demonstration begins at the Power in the Pines Open House and Air Show at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst.

Sound News

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

Over- e-Counter (OTCs) Hearing Aids Revisited

Last fall, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration published final rules establishing a new class of hearing devices — those available over the counter (OTC). Though specific to the United States, the new category may understandably spark questions for anybody seeking hearing care.

What does it mean for you? More than ever, it’s important to seek hearing help from a trained hearing care professional. Hearing loss is complex, and self-treating could worsen an existing problem. Working with a highly trained provider can help you make safe, effective decisions for your ear health.

Here’s What Else You Should Know… OTC Hearing Aids Are for Adults Only

The new class of FDA-regulated hearing instruments are approved only for those 18 and older with perceived mild to moderate hearing loss. They are not available for children and might not align with one’s actual hearing loss, which could be greater than perceived.

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

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

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

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

In a world of choices, deciding the right approach for your hearing wellness can feel overwhelming. Remember, price is only an issue in the absence of value! We’re here to help with the personalized advice and care you deserve. So, don’t wait. Call to schedule your appointment today!

Dr. Izzy & his Staff can be reached at 732-818=3610 (Toms River/Whiting) or 609-978-8946 (Manahawkin) or visit us at www.gardenstatehearing.com.

His offices are in Toms River, Whiting, and Manahawkin. He can be reached at 732-276-1011 or via Web site at gardenstatehearing.com. Dr. Izzy & Staff gives Retirement Community Talks!

Dear Pharmacist

Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Travel Smart: The 12 Must-Pack OTC Medications And Supplements

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

In order to have more confidence while away, it’s essential to be prepared to handle the little things. This will help you avoid unnecessary (and difficult) stops at pharmacies in unfamiliar terrain.

Today, I’m sharing the 12 most important things to pack for your next trip, based on my own experiences. I bet there’s something in my list that you haven’t thought of before. For me, I like to take unit-dose pills or capsules not the entire bottle of these items, because not doing so will fill up your suitcase pretty quickly.

Let’s dive into the 12 indispensable items from a pharmacist’s perspective, to keep your travels smooth and enjoyable.

1. Antihistamine - For mild allergic reactions or itchy rashes. Claritin for day use, and Benadryl at night.

2. Cold medicine - A nose spray can help with nasal congestion or a sinus headache.

3. Anti-itch cream - Hydrocortisone cream relieves itching from bug bites, rashes, or other minor skin irritations.

4. Sleep aid - Not sleeping properly on your trip will cause misery! I recommend melatonin for jet lag, but if you have Benadryl as your anti-histamine that will also put you to sleep. You can also check out my custom formula called Sleep Script.

5. Eye drops - A redness-reliever eye drop can soothe irritated eyes from air travel or allergies.

6. Earplugs - Silicone earplugs can help you sleep through loud noises at night.

7. Pain reliever - Ibuprofen or acetaminophen are the two that I recommend. Either one of these can help relieve pain from headaches, toothaches, and muscle aches that

may occur during travel. Acetaminophen is a little better for fever if you happen to get sick.

8. Anti-diarrhea medication - Imodium or other anti-diarrhea medication, along with a probiotic, can alleviate traveler’s diarrhea.

9. Electrolyte solution - Pedialyte® or similar solutions replenish fluids and electrolytes lost due to diarrhea or vomiting. It will also help you with leg cramps! You can take powder stick packets with you and make your own with some bottled water.

10. Antacids - Tums or Pepcid AC can alleviate heartburn or acid reflux symptoms after eating some spicy Pozole Rojo!

11. Bandages and antibiotic ointmentTreat minor cuts and scrapes with items like Neosporin and bandages.

12. Ginger capsules or tablets - Useful for nausea, motion sickness, or queasiness from windy roads or boat rides.

If traveling with insulin and needles, inform the airline, pack in carry-on luggage, and comply with TSA guidelines, including proper labeling and temperature control measures. Packing these essential OTC medications and supplements can prevent or alleviate many travel-related health issues, so you can focus on enjoying your trip. For chronic medical conditions requiring prescription medication, pack in their original packaging or prescription bottle.

Before closing, consider the destination. Some countries in regions such as India, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Egypt, Mexico, and Thailand have a slightly higher risk of diseases due to inadequate sanitation or water treatment facilities in some regions. As such, people are more likely to experience traveler’s diarrhea or other diseases like cholera or typhoid fever.

(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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STAFFORD – Discover how the garden that beautifies your home can also nurture pollinators that help our ecology. The Ocean County Library Stafford Branch is pleased to present “Attracting Butterflies and Hummingbirds to Your Garden,” 10:30

Learn How To Make Bu er ies And Hummingbirds Love Your Garden

a.m. June 12.

Sue Masoorli, a Rutgers Master Gardener of Ocean County for the past five years, specializes in butterflies, hummingbirds, and annual and perennial plants. She will explain how to create enticing spots for

valuable pollinators, right in your yard.

The discussion will include life cycles, migration patterns, wintering habitats, food source plants for butterflies and hummingbirds, and environmental benefits.

Rutgers Master Gardeners are trained

volunteers who present horticulture programs developed by the Rutgers New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station (NJAES) Cooperative Extension.

Bring your garden questions and plant or insect samples to Master Gardeners for diagnosis and recommendations in the OCL Stafford Branch, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on the second and fourth Monday of each month, through September.

Register at theoceancountylibrary.org/ events to attend this free program. For more information, visit the OCL Stafford Branch, 129 North Main Street, Manahawkin, or call 609-597-3381.

Marine Science Camp

LACEY – Award Winning Marine Science Camp at Meadowlark Beach. The camp focuses on the preservation of the marine ecosystem through active hands-on learning. Curriculum to include sharks, moon jellies, shipwrecks, sea otters, polar bears, marine reptiles and much more!

Data collection will be submitted to our Citizen Science project, campers will be helping ongoing research! Water quality, seining and environmental awareness in an outdoor learning environment. All participants should bring a towel, snack and plenty of bottled water. T-shirt is included

Instructor: New Logic Marine Science. Camp is June 20 to 23. Open to students entering 1st through 8th grade.

Morning Session: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. - Fee: $230

Afternoon Session: 1 to 4 p.m. - Fee: $230

Full Day: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. - Fee: $340

To register visit: parksrec.egov.basgov. com/laceynj.

Revolutionary War Patriot Grave Marking Ceremony

STAFFORD – Save the date! Mayor Myhre and Township Council would like to share the Sign Dedication and Revolutionary War Patriot Grave Marking Ceremony being held on June 3 starting at the Old Baptist Church. They will conduct the fi rst ceremony at the Old Baptist Church then move about a block away to the Old Methodist Church.

STAFFORD – Mayor Myhre and Township Council would like to announce that the 2023 Adopt-a-Tree Program has begun and runs through September 15.

Visit staffordnj.gov/418/Adopt-A-Tree to download the brochure and order form.

Contact Rachel Giolitto at 609-597-1000 ext. 8509 or email rgiolitto@staffordnj.gov for complete details.

R.C. Shea & Assoc. Inside The Law

Employers And Employees Alike Should Be Aware Of NJ’s Recently Enacted Wage And Hour Law

By: Christopher R. Shea, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates

Laws signed by Governor Phil Murphy make New Jersey construction contractors responsible for their subcontractors’ debts for unpaid wages and violations of employer tax law.

The first of the laws (S4064/A5801 approved as P.L.2019, c.510) says that any contract entered into on or after January 1, 2020 for the erection, construction, reconstruction, alteration, maintenance or repair of any building in the State other than an owner-occupied residence, the contractor making or taking the contract shall assume, and be responsible for, any debt owed to a wage claimant, or third party on the wage claimant’s behalf, incurred by a subcontractor at any tier acting under, by, or for the contractor for the wage claimant’s performance of labor under the contract.

The second of the laws (S4225/A5840 approved as P.L.2019, c.374) imposes liability on every construction contractor for subcontractors’ unpaid employer taxes under the workers’ compensation law (N.J.S.A. 34:15-1 et seq.), the unemployment compensation law (N.J.S.A. 43:21-1 et seq.), the temporary disability benefits and family leave insurance law (N.J.S.A. 43:2125 et al. and N.J.S.A. 43:21-39.1 et al.), and the New Jersey Gross Income Tax Act (N.J.S.A. 54A:1-1 et seq.). In addition, a contractor now shares civil legal responsibility for provisions of those laws regarding retaliatory actions against employees for exercising their rights under any of those laws and provisions of those laws regarding the misclassification of workers, and both the client employer and the labor contractor providing workers to the client employer may be subject to any remedy provided for violations of those laws. The laws also pin individual liability on any owner, director, officer, or manager acting on behalf of an employer who violates any provision of State wage and hour laws or State employer

tax laws, regarding compliance with such laws. These are powerful risk shifting laws which has led to an outcry for remedies to fix ultimate responsibility on the culpable subcontractor and reimburse the payor. The problem is that the culpable subcontractor will, in all likelihood, be unable to pay the debt or the fine assessed, otherwise there would be no liability to shift. In this way, the State has now made guarantors out of contractors for all those below them in the chain of contract.

So, what can contractors do to protect themselves from their subcontractor’s (presumably) unknown behavior? Well, the ultimate answer remains unknown at this point in time, but here are our thoughts: First, every subcontract should have a properly drawn indemnification clause that imposes liability on the subcontractor for all losses on account of the subcontractor or it’s lower-tier subcontractors’ failure to obey the labor and tax laws, referenced above. Second, contractors should investigate the purchase of a stand-alone wage and our insurance policy, or if possible, a wage and hour extension coverage endorsement to their present employment practices liability policy (EPL). Finally, a contractor can contractually require the lower tiered subcontractors to provide certified payroll reports on a regular basis, thereby making the subcontractor swear to compliance with New Jersey’s wage and hour laws.

If you or someone you know has questions about New Jersey Wage and Hour laws, contact the attorneys at R.C. Shea and Associates. P.C. (732) 505-1212.

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WED. JUNE 14 DAY IN CAPE MAY, N.J. $99. INCLUDES LUNCH AT LOBSTER HOUSE AND HISTORIC DISTRICT TROLLEY TOUR.

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THURS. JULY. 27 SIGHT & SOUND THEATER “MOSES” $139. MAIN FLOOR SEATS. INCLUDES BUFFET LUNCH AT SHADY MAPLE.

CALL FOR DATE A BEAUTIFUL NOISE $175. THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL 2 PM SHOW – orchestra seats.

WED. AUG. 2 MJ THE MICHAEL JACKSON MUSICAL - orchestra seats $189.

JULY 11-13 3 DAY FINGER LAKES, N.Y. $675. Narrated tour of the scenic, wine making region including BELHURST CASTLE DINNER and TASTING, Plus, ROSE HILL MANSION and SENECA LAKE BOAT CRUISE. Includes 2 nts. lake side hotel, 2 Breakfasts, 2 Dinners. Nice summer getaway!

SEPT. 17-20 4 DAY COASTAL MAINE $749.

ENJOY 3 NTS. AT A BEACHFRONT MOTEL IN CHARMING OLD ORCHARD BEACH. VISIT KENNEBUNKPORT, PORTLAND’S LIGHT HOUSE, CASCO BAY CRUISE. 5 MEALS INCLUDING A LOBSTER BAKE.

NOV. 28-DEC. 5 8 DAY PUNTA CANA, D.R. ALL INCLUSIVE ONLY $1850. INCLUDES NON- STOP AIRFARE, AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION FROM TOMS RIVER, 7 NTS AT A SPRAWLING, BEACHFRONT

Some dates and prices are subject to change. INCLUDES DELUXE MOTORCOACH TRANSPORTATION. OVERNIGHT TOUR PRICES INCLUDE HOTELS AND ARE PER PERSON DBL. OCC. TOMS RIVER DEPARTURES. FREE PARKING AVAILABLE. CALL FOR FREE BROCHURE (732) 278 - 2059

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Real Estate

Toms River House For SaleSarasota 2 Bed 1 Bath, Brand new appliances, brand new paint, brand new carpets throughout. Open house Thur, Fri, Sat, Sun, May 11th -June 4th, 521 Jamaica Blvd. Holiday City 08757; or call 732-569-3174. (24)

Yard Sale

Leisure Knoll Community Yard Sale - Sat., June 3, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Rain date

Sun., June 4. Use Route 70 entrance maps available at guard house. (25)

Estate Sale

Estate Sale - 6/2 at 9 a.m. Housewares, furniture. We know you will find something. 67 Morning Glory Lane, Whiting. (25)

Garage Sale

Annual Community Garage Sale - At Greenbriar I, Burnt Tavern Road, Brick on Saturday, June 3 (rain date Sunday, June 4) from 9-3. Over 60 families will be holding sales. Follow the balloons for the streets participating. Call 732-840-9496 with questions. (23)

Auto For Sale

2004 Kia Amanti - Great condition. New tune up and fuel injectors. 33,500 miles. $3,200. Call 732-793-2108. (25)

Items For Sale

Beautiful Furniture - Dinette set $150; kitchenette set $25; wardrobe closet $20; couch, loveseat and tables $100. All excellent condition. 413-626-6956. (24)

Misc.

Take notice that in accordance with N.J.S.A. 39:10-16*, application has been made to the Chief Administrator of the Motor Vehicle Commission, Trenton, New Jersey, to receive title papers authorizing and the issuance of a New Jersey certification of ownership for, 2004, Nissan, VIN Number JN8DR09Y94W904212. Objections, if any, should be made in writing, immediately in writing to the Chief Administrator of the Motor Vehicle Commission, Special Title Unit, P.O. Box 017, Trenton, New Jersey, 08666-0017. (26)

Items Wanted

COSTUME/ESTATE JEW -

ELRY 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)

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Vinyl Records Wanted - Paying cash for LP albums. Rock, Blues, Reggae, Soul. Very good condition only. Call Rick 908-616-7104. (26)

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)

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

Junk or Wrecked Cars and Trucks Wanted - Cash paid. 732-6577251, Steve. Thanks. (22)

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)

Don't pawn your coins - Call me first. I pay more. Old coins, currency. Will cash in your change. Chris 848-210-7372. (23)

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

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Help Wanted

FULL TIME LAYOUT DESIGNER/PRODUCTION ASSISTANT

- Micromedia Publications is looking for an innovative and creative individual to join our production team. Duties will include layout of newspapers and support for our general manager, production manager and graphic artist. Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign preferred but will train. Strong communication, typography skills and time management are a must. Please e-mail resume to Jason at jallentoff@jerseyshoreonline.com (t/n)

MEDICAL BILLING - 35 years of experience. Directly connected to Medicare. Call Cindy Office:848-238-7997 email: cindytmp2@gmail. (24)

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

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

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. (26)

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)

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)

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)

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Housecleaning, Painting, Shopping, - Laundry, window cleaning, also we do typing services and run errends for you and also help paperwork. Very good prices. Call 732-7735078 or 848-287-3944. (21)

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

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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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A1 HANDYMAN SERVICESOver 30 years experience in all phases of home improvements. Free estimates and referrals. Call John 267-475-7962. (22)

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)

Build • Repair • Replace - Affordable • Expert Workmanship. Carpentry, windows, doors, trim, tile, bathrooms, kitchens, masonry, flooring, decks, advanced building. 609-384-9030. (21)

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

C.B.J. ROOFING - Covering the jersey shore since 1984. All work guaranteed. We will beat ANY legitimate estimate. $ave. Call 732-850-5060. (20)

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

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R.C. Shea and Associates is seeking to hire a paralegal with civil/commercial litigation experience as well as an administrative assistant. Pay and benefits commensurate with experience. Please call Pam Williams, office manager at (732) 505-1212 or email at pwilliams@rcshea.com (t/n)

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Wildlife Rescue 911 – A Law Firm In Roseland NJ

Renee A. Thomaier

Retired New Jersey State Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator

Some years ago, while I was working at a large law firm, I received a call around 9 p.m. from one of the maintenance workers who discovered a bird on the balcony of one the attorneys’ office. He didn’t know what to do, but knowing I was a wildlife rehabilitator, he called me. I was able to ascertain the kind of bird it was, and I knew the office he was referring to had large windows. My first thought was that the bird struck a

window rendering it unable to fly. The bird was a mourning dove, capable of a flight speed of up to 55 mph.

I knew the safety of the bird would be at risk overnight, so I readied myself to make the 40-minute drive to Roseland. This was one of the rare cases where I had retrieved the injured animal, as the maintenance worker was working his overnight shift. I met up with him and we proceeded to the balcony, retrieved the bird, and drove home. There were no obvious injuries. This appeared to be a case of the bird getting

stunned by the window strike. I proceeded to care for the dove over the next week. The most difficult part was that each day I arrived at work, I observed the apparent mate of the injured dove on top of the building, calling its mate. It was heart-wrenching. I knew I would release it where it was found. But how long would the mate wait?

The week passed and each day the dove improved. I decided to perform the release on Sunday, as there would be less activity at the firm. I arrived early that morning and I removed the dove from

the carrier. I did not see her mate. With the dove in my hands, I opened them and from behind where I stood, simultaneously, another dove joined her in flight to ultimately end up on a railing next to each other. I feel certain it was her mate. Generally, the mourning dove is a monogamous bird.

To reach me please call 732-244-2768. It’s illegal to possess, relocate, or cause harm to wildlife for any reason. Managing wildlife without the proper state/ federal permits is illegal. Violating laws protecting wildlife is punishable by law.

AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE

Looking Back On April At Ocean Health Initiatives

NEW JERSEY – OHI is plunging head-first into the spring season with a stunning lineup of events for their patients and their community. As they headed into their twentieth year of service, OHI hosted multiple vaccine drives and giveaways in parcel with their mission to promote health and wellness through preventive medicine.

On April 8, OHI launched their second annual Easter in the Square event. In partnership with the Lakewood Police Department, NJ Department of Health, JetBlue, and the All Saints Episcopal Church, OHI gave out hundreds of prizes to local families including coloring books, crayons, blankets, and toys with a rocking playlist to get the vibes going. Children’s bikes were also given to the winners of a hula hoop contest and egg races. OHI extends its gratitude for the donations given by BMI and Project Linus that helped make these giveaways possible. On top of this, OHI provided free COVID tests and vaccines as well as flu shots and blood pressure and glucose screenings to anyone interested at the event. Thankfully, 53 vaccines were administered on that day, which helps to lower the risk of preventable diseases.

Later that month, OHI hosted its Loads of Love “Spring Clean” Event in partnership with Aetna Better Health and Project Linus on April 29. Doing the laundry can be a tedious chore; but OHI pumped up the jam with a DJ and loads of giveaways including blankets, laundry bags, and sixty free loads of laundry to make it a lot better. COVID and flu vaccines were also taken advantage of at this event. With Aetna in attendance, 36 families registered for NJ Family Care, a publicly funded health insurance program for people who can’t otherwise access insurance. OHI has a big roster of events planned for the rest of this year so make sure to check out their socials for the scoop on where they’ll be next! Ocean Health Initiatives is a nonprofit, federally qualified health center in Ocean and Monmouth County that provides high quality care to anyone who walks through their doors, regardless of their ability to pay. To schedule an appointment, visit ohinj.org today!

Photo courtesy OHI

F & G AMES S UDOKU

C ROSSWORD P UZZLE

40 Scam targets

41 *Singer who’s the namesake of the high school in “Grease”

43 Rapper Lil __ X

44 Poirot’s pals

45 “To recap ... “

47 Small point 48 Pedestal or plinth

51 Wedding vow 54 One who might use one of the ends of the answers to starred clues

59 SeaWorld tanks

62 Collectibles from afar

singer Shirley 3 Smart __: wiseacre

4 Campus mil. group

5 First name in stunt driving

6 Formally transfer 7 “Shogun” setting

32 Judd of country

33 Scope

35 “Frozen” reindeer

36 Guitarist Lofgren

37 Org. in many civil rights cases

39 Short muscles?

42 God, in Grenoble

46 Tic Tacs, e.g.

48 Yawning, perhaps

49 Essential acid

50 Minor arguments

52 Prepare for takeoff, as a frosty windshield

53 Aquatic predators

54 “The Alienist” author Caleb

55 Field for this puzzle’s theme

56 Possible cause of student nervousness

57 Revolution prefix

58 Hamlet, by birth

59 Allentown : “Alas!”

:: Altenburg : “__!”

60 Sine __ non

61 Ocean State sch.

CROSSWORD PUZZLE

PHOTO OF THE WEEK

As Memorial Day kicks off the official start of summer, there’s excitement growing at the Jersey Shore. Recently, Norah and Henry Wilson were having some fun at sunset, wading, and catching snails at the Manasquan Reservoir in Howell. Now, their grandfather Patrick Garaffa, will be able to take them to a Jersey Shore BlueClaws game on us! Want to win tickets? Send your shore pix to photos@jerseyshoreonline.com

Omarr’s Astrological Forecast

For the week of MAY 27 - june 2

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): You may be tempted to compromise your values in the week to come. When challenged to negotiate favorable terms, you avoid doing anything in the heat of the moment that goes against your integrity.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) : Stay on track. Someone may try to guilt you into ignoring your own insightful ideas. Don’t let anyone or anything divert your attention from working toward accomplishing your ambitions in the upcoming week.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Make headway with your ideas as this week unfolds. Take steps to insure you are known as someone who is persistent, follows through on promises and gets the job done. Remain crystal clear about your expectations.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You could underestimate your abilities in the week ahead. Having a strong partner may bring mixed blessings if you let yourself feel less competent by comparison. Focus on ways to make money and fulfill existing commitments.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Find additional benefits as you travel your career path. In the week ahead, you might enjoy improved working conditions or work on a special project that gives you lasting comfort. Follow the rules to keep a partner happy.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You might feel that someone is blowing off your concerns or taking you for granted. Rather than brooding over these things, support your own well-being. Focus on uplifting your spiritual practice as the week unfolds.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Help yourself with one hand and help others with the other one. Whenever you grow overly ambitious, remember you are part of a team. This week you may be called upon to help a coworker or sort out a compromise.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Stick to your convictions even when someone else tries to stick holes in them. In the week to come, let other people know where you stand. Avoid offering advice on any subjects outside your sphere of experience.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Family needs may come first but ambitions are not far behind. Your job or a project may take up more time than usual in the week ahead. A partner can inspire you to work harder to attain material success.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You might be riveted on what makes things tick and how you can use self-knowledge to get ahead. The goals on your mind are entirely achievable this week because there should be plenty of people eager to help.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): If plagued by uncertainty, focus on trusting yourself. It may be impossible to achieve perfection in the week ahead, but you can do your best. Face up to obligations and perform necessary tasks. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): One step at a time. Your imagination may be unleashed, so you might think there are no limits to what you can accomplish in the week ahead. Someone could be ready to remind you to take baby steps first.

THIS DRINK IS JUST THE THING TO COOL YOU OFF IN THE HEAT OF SUMMER

By America’s Test Kitchen

WATERMELON AGUA FRESCA

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