2023-06-03 - The Toms River Times

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Local Group Building Custom Plane For Armless Pilot

By Stephanie Faughnan OCEAN COUNTY

– A group of local aviation enthusiasts has undertaken an ambitious project to build a customized aircraft for Jessica Cox, an Arizona-based pilot born without arms.

The fifteen volunteers involved in this endeavor are all members of EAA (Experimental Aircraft Association) Chapter 898 out of the Ocean County Airport. Many are also actively engaged in the Ocean Air Support Squadron (OASS), a volunteer group dedicated to conducting sunset patrols along the coastline throughout the summer.

More than a decade ago, Guinness World Records recognized Cox as the first woman to fly an airplane with her feet. Cox has consistently proven that even the sky poses no

American Legion Ceremony Remembers

Fallen, MIA

By Bob Vosseller

Hotly

Contested

GOP Primary Candidates Sound Off

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER

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race for mayor and council is hitting an important milestone on June 6 with the primary election. This is when the voters of each party decide who they want to run in November.

There are four candidates running for mayor – and that’s just on the Republican side. Most residents have already been hit by a lot of social media posts, mailers, and robocalls about this election. The Toms River Times reached out to each Republican mayoral candidate and asked them to submit a short statement to readers. Their comments have only been edited for such things as grammar or punctuation, or to trim to get it close to the requested 450 words. The candidates are presented in alphabetical order.

The election will be for mayor and three at-large council candidates (which means they can live anywhere in town). If chosen, they will serve for four years.

liams is also running for council under the slogan “Be The Change You Wanna See.” However, this article will be focusing on the more contentious race.

Geri Ambrosio is running the team Toms River First Republicans. She is the former president of the Toms River Regular Republican Club, and she works in the Berkeley Township Tax Assessor’s Office. Ambrosio’s running mates are former Assistant Township Attorney R. Garry Mundy; Norvella “Pug” Lightbody, widow of former Mayor Roden S. Lightbody and secretary on the township Parking Authority’s Board of Commissioners; and Sergio Fossa, a staff pastor and elder at Grace Bible Church in Wall.

This year, he wanted to give special emphasis to the cause of POW/MIAs while also

The Regular Democratic Organization of Ocean County is running John Furey for mayor, with Michelle Williams, Kajal Lal and Rhetta Jackson-Fair for council. Paul C. Wil-

“My name is Geri Ambrosio and I have been a proud resident of Toms River for the last 54 years. I raised my children here and have been an active member of the Toms River community helping residents as a realtor, property appraiser and community advocate, serving on various boards to raise awareness and funding to address the needs of the residents in our community.

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─Photo by Stephanie Faughnan Jessica Cox and her service dog Chewy take a moment to personally thank Dr. Bob Newman, leader of the team building her new aircraft.

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SEASIDE HEIGHTS – Former Shore Boros American Legion Post 351 Commander Chuck Robbins has hosted countless Veterans Day, Memorial Day and Prisoner of War/Missing in Action services over his many years and he did so again on Memorial Day weekend.

─Photos By Bob Vosseller Troop 21 Scout members present donated wreaths in remembrance to fallen service members at the Memorial monument in front of American Legion Post 351 based in Seaside Heights.

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“Toms River is at a crossroads. We are facing out-of-control overdevelopment and we are seeing open space getting bulldozed in favor of high-rises and apartments. One example of this is the proposed development in Downtown Toms River that would see an out-of-town developer build high rise apartments and potentially threaten the future of Huddy Park!

“I believe that the future for Toms River can be bright, but we need to change direction fast. As I go door to door and speak with concerned residents across Toms River, I repeatedly hear from voters how much they love the small-town charm that Toms River has had for decades. The good news is that it is not too late to save it!

“My plan for Toms River is simple:

• Stop the proposed development in Downtown Toms River

• Create fair zoning and code enforcement policies to replace the poorly written laws that are currently in place

• Cut wasteful spending and ensure all departments are running efficiently

• Eliminate political patronage hires and end corruption

• Restore necessary 24/7 EMS service to the barrier island community

“Once we have addressed these immediate needs, we can begin planning for the longterm future of our town. One of the biggest threats to our community is the continued cuts to school

aid by the state. Our community already receives significantly less aid from the state than other districts. These cuts negatively impact our children and threaten the jobs of countless teachers and professionals in our schools. Toms River needs a plan to ensure we receive our fair share of funding, no matter who the Governor is in Trenton.

“Finally, we need to unite our community. Division and hate have no home in Toms River. We all must come together to build the next Toms River, while still preserving the values that made us move here in the first place. I am confident that if we bring leaders from our diverse community together, we can find common ground for everyone. That’s what leadership is. Within the first 90 days of my administration, I will form a working group that will solicit ideas from the community and ensure that we make Toms River the best town in the State of New Jersey for all our families and for all future generations to come.”

Robert Bianchini , an engineer and director of capital projects and public facilities for Asbury Park’s Public Works Department, is running for mayor with no council running mates. His slogan is “ Responsibility and Accountability.”

“As a lifelong resident and a former small business owner (25 years) in Toms River, I have a great adoration for the town and it’s residents.

“I am a strong conservative and believe government should be working for the peo -

ple, limited in its power and existing only to serve the public. As such, no tax abatements would be given to developers on the back of our taxpayers and no unjust re-evaluations will be done, especially to our seniors living on fixed incomes!

“We do not have a revenue problem in our town, we have a spending problem!

“I am very concerned with the overdevelopment which is causing massive traffic congestion and excess runoff into the Barnegat Bay. The runoff is also contributing to flooding along coastal areas along the bay.

“I will utilize my extensive expertise in infrastructure to address many of these issues.

“We cannot afford to have someone in office with no knowledge of how to run the municipal government, plan a budget, spend resources, or prioritize capital projects. My experience in these areas will save the taxpayers millions of dollars.

“I will address downtown Toms River, making it a vibrant area to attract small businesses and families, but before that can be done parking, roads, traffic studies/ flows, sanitation, security all need to be addressed. Building cannot continue to be done without adding to the existing traffic congestion crisis.

“We cannot mimic other vibrant cities (Red Bank, Asbury Park) due to us not having NJ Transit or a strong public transportation system. We can, however, build a state of the art parking structure with an outdoor gathering place on the roof to bring families, watch fireworks, have movie nights, possibly concerts, etc. It would have bathrooms and security making it a family

friendly environment. The parking structure would allow for periodic street closures, freeing up areas for outdoor dining, festivals, street musicians, car shows, etc.

“We need to stop illegal multi-family housing in residential neighborhoods. This puts a burden on infrastructure and diminishes our quality of life. I will make this a priority, as I have spoken to many residents who feel very strongly about this issue.

“Houses of worship must meet state and federal regulations which are in place to protect neighborhoods from overbuilding and overdevelopment.

“I would revisit the C.O. inspection protocol for existing homes.

“The Republican Party must come together for the good of our community! The division is harming all of our residents and must end. The negativity and false statements don’t help our town! Voters should be able to choose the best candidates based on their accomplishments, resumes, work history and plans to improve our town. Candidates should not be chosen by a select few on a panel choosing who they want to put in office for their own interests.

“The future can be very bright for Toms River! I plan to restore the suburban, beach town feel we once enjoyed and can enjoy again!”

Mayor Maurice “Mo” Hill is running for re-election with the Regular Republican Organization of Ocean County. He is joined by his slate of sitting councilmen Matthew Lotano, a principal in the Lotano Devel-

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opment Corporation; Josh Kopp, a veteran and director of Kopp Electric Company; and Kevin Geoghegan, a retired Toms River Police Officer and member of EMS and fire departments.

“Should the voters of Toms River grant me a second term as their mayor, my top priorities will be:

“1) Continue the fight to reform the State’s school funding formula. S-2, the bill that established the formula, is deeply flawed. We saved the schools this year by fighting for the partial restoration of funding and by buying 17 developable acres at Silver Bay Elementary School. But we must have a long term solution.

“This is the biggest current threat to the quality of life in Toms River. Without good schools, families will flee. My biggest priority for the next year is to reform S-2. I will work with other leaders statewide to make sure this happens.

“2) Stopping over development. The ONLY way to stop over development is through the acquisition of Open Space. In the last four years, we have acquired almost 100 acres, a record, which will be preserved as recreation, passive recreation or kept in its natural state FOREVER. During my first term, there has been only one multi-family development approved - the downtown revitalization project which will provide highend housing to medical professions from Community Medical Center and others.

There is no affordable housing component of the downtown revitalization.

“All multi-family construction in the last four years was approved during the previous administration and is the result of the Court Order settlement with the Council On Affordable Housing (COAH).

“There will be no development on any of the Ciba-Geigy property so long as I am Mayor of Toms River.

“3) Defending our control of our zoning laws. During the first year of my term as mayor, the United States Department of Justice threatened to sue the Township under the Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act (RLUIPA) alleging that we have illegally used our zoning code to discriminate against the growing Orthodox community in Toms River. DOJ offered to enter into negotiations rather than sue. We hired the best RLUIPA lawyer in the country who advised that we settle because we would surely lose a lawsuit, lose control of our zoning and be subject to $15-20 million in fines to be paid by the property taxpayers. DOJ wanted 1 acre zoning for houses of worship anywhere in town. We settled for the zoning we had prior to 2017, 2 acres for houses of worship that cannot be built in residential neighborhoods.

“We need to do a better job communicating about this issue. Frankly, we’ve avoided talking about it due to ongoing litigation and the threat of litigation. Unfortunately, that has left a vacuum of information that has been filled with falsehoods and allegations that I have sold out. Better communication about this important issue is a top priority

for my second term.”

Councilman Daniel Rodrick , a teacher, is running under the slogan “Save Toms River.” His running mates are Tom Nivison, owner of Silverton Farms; Lynn O’Toole, president of adult community Holiday City Silverton Phase II; and longtime educator Craig Coleman, former principal of Ocean County Vocational-Technical School.

“Toms River is in big trouble. Taxes are out of control and high-density, multi-family development continues to reshape our town. As homes are converted into houses of worship, quiet residential neighborhoods are being transformed into busy commercial streets. These changes are having a disastrous impact on taxes, quality of life, traffic and our schools.

“If elected mayor, my team and I will put an immediate stop to the high-rise apartments planned for downtown and we will repeal the downtown redevelopment plan. Renderings of the plan show 20 new high-rise buildings and the plan now allows building to 12 stories. Toms River is a township and we will not allow it to be turned into a city.

“Instead, the site of the Red Carpet Inn will become an extension of Huddy Park. We will seed it with grass and plant flowering trees. At the current site of the Boat Works, we will construct a pier like the one in Belmar. Then the township will get a concession license to serve alcoholic beverages and lease it out. We will work with the business improvement district to have regular firework displays over the river on

Fridays in the summer and concerts in the park on weekends. This will be paid for by a reduction in staff at the BID. Currently the BID collects $280,000 a year and spends almost all of that on salaries. The BID needs to spend more of its budget to attract shoppers, and less on employing friends. If they do not comply, our team will dissolve the BID.

“We will put a stop to the out of control development in North Dover and throughout Toms River. My administration will reign in taxes by cutting wasteful spending, eliminating unnecessary positions, bidding out health insurance and by exploring shared services agreements with other towns. We will immediately repeal the township’s new Certificate of Occupancy Ordinance, which has had a disastrous impact on real estate transactions and we will work to streamline and improve service in the township’s building department.

“Our team will immediately address the need to improve EMS response times on the barrier island. This will be accomplished by putting an ambulance on the island 24/7. We will also work with neighboring island communities like Lavallette and Seaside on a shared services agreement that would allow providers in those communities to respond to our calls should Toms River be answering too many calls at once. Insurance companies and Medicare pay almost $1,000 per call. So the incentive is there for other providers to pick up residents in our beach communities. Waiting 25 to 30 minutes for an ambulance is unacceptable!”

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limits for her.

At first glance, it may appear counterintuitive that Cox would choose to fly a 1940s vintage ERCO Ercoupe airplane. However, Cox and her husband, Patrick Chamberlain, credit the ERCO developers with an early iteration of technology that continues to facilitate flying for individuals with disabilities.

The beginning of Cox’s association with the Ocean County group unfolded when she encountered others who owned the same type of aircraft that she initially piloted.

Gene Bunt serves as a member of EAA Chapter 898 and is also one of the OASS pilots. As luck would have it, Bunt’s additional position as the director of the Ercoupe Owners Club proved advantageous when Cox found herself in need of local assistance.

“I have known Jessica for many years through the Ercoupe Owners Club,” acknowledged Bunt. “She attends many of our events and conferences.”

On March 18, 2022, Cox and her husband flew to the east coast and safely touched down at JFK International Airport. The couple’s usual sense of joy after a successful flight was short-lived when a jet turned sharply next to them, nearly flipping their plane.

“It might not have been an intentional act, but it was definitely a negligent one,” Chamberlain shared. “Jessica’s plane looked like a New York City taxicab. It’s bright yellow, white and has black checker marks. There’s no way they didn’t see it.”

Cox and Chamberlain had fortunately left the plane for a quick break. However, they came back to huge concerns regarding harm to the aircraft. Given his familiarity with their type of plane and their location, Bunt seemed like the obvious person to reach out to for help.

The call achieved an immediate response as if a family member was in need. Bunt arranged for a mechanic who worked on his personal aircraft to come out to check the extent of the damage. Meanwhile, the interaction over the course of a few days led to some interesting conversations.

Cox and Chamberlain told Bunt about a project they were considering even before the incident that brought them together. The couple had decided to explore alternatives for replacing the aircraft. The 1946 ERCO was not really designed to last as long as it had, and there were other issues.

“Jessica has to sit in basically a crunch,” said Chamberlain. “So, she’s sitting crisscross with

one foot on the yoke and the other foot on the throttle. She’s very flexible and very adept at using her legs. But she has a thirty-minute time limit and then needs to be on the ground.”

Amidst the pandemic, the couple took the initiative to approach a kit manufacturer with what they deemed a “crazy idea.” They inquired whether Van’s Aircraft would be open to either modifying one of their existing planes or donating one. The rest is history, with the manufacturer agreeing to supply the kit for an aircraft that would better accommodate Cox.

Building a new plane required more than just gathering the necessary parts. Finding someone with the expertise to put them together was also a challenge. Bunt’s unexpected encounter with the couple proved to be quite serendipitous when he mentioned the possibility of connecting them with someone with the exact experience they needed.

“Gene told us he might know a guy and connected us with Bob,” Chamberlain said. “One of the first planes Bob built with his son was the RV-10, which is the same one we wanted to build and modify.”

Dr. Robert Newman began building planes in 1980. After retiring as the Superintendent of the Ocean County Vocational Technical School District, he found more time to dedicate to his craft. Newman eagerly embraced the proposed project, which will mark his involvement in successfully completing a remarkable total of eleven planes.

Cox admitted that she was elated when Newman and his crew of volunteers decided to take on the daunting task of building her plane. The group started last August with constructing the first ever designed “for foot” flight.

A few weeks ago, EEA Chapter 898 members organized a barbeque in one of the airport hangars so everyone could meet Cox. Joining the celebration was her husband and Cox’s faithful service pup, Chewy.

Several assembled parts of the aircraft were proudly showcased within the hangar gathering. Newman drew attention to a pair of elevators, which will be located at the back of the plane. Additionally, sections of the tail had already been completed, while the preassembled wings remained stored in a crate.

A team of engineering students from the University of Arizona has weighed in with some suggestions for modifications to the standard aircraft. They’ve been working on the schematic design for the plane’s controls. The team has come up with concepts that still need to be polished. An essential goal of this particular aircraft design is to document favorable and unfavorable ideas

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Federal Funds Will Help Schools Provide Maps To Police

From The Desk Of The Governor Phil Murphy

TRENTON – Building on last year’s investment in a statewide initiative to collect and digitize blueprints of K-12 school buildings throughout New Jersey to improve school security on behalf of students and staff, Governor Phil Murphy announced an additional investment of approximately $5.79 million in federal funds to further assist with critical incident mapping efforts.

Accurate and uniform maps help law enforcement swiftly and effectively respond to emergencies in unfamiliar environments. These efforts first began in New Jersey when Governor Murphy announced $6.5 million for critical incident mapping efforts in August 2022,

and later signed legislation to require all public and non-public schools to submit their mapping data to local law enforcement agencies. Through that funding, the New Jersey State Police was able to contract with a vendor that has been working to collect the updated school maps and upload the electronic format of that information to a database.

“In the face of our country’s ongoing epidemic of gun violence, both in and out of schools, this information is unfortunately yet undeniably necessary to help ensure the safety of our students and educators,” said Governor Murphy. “This additional investment will advance our state’s ongoing efforts to map every school throughout New Jersey to equip law enforcement personnel with the information they need to rapidly respond in the event of a crisis in order to keep our children safe.”

These federal funds will be allocated to the New Jersey State Police to support

Washington Leaders Must Protect Social Security During Debt Ceiling Debate

As Republicans and Democrats in Washington D.C. continue to bicker over the federal budget and the associated debt ceiling, I would like to encourage leaders in both parties to take no action that could harm the Social Security and Medicare benefits on which our seniors depend.

For more than four decades as an Ocean County Freeholder and now Commissioner, I have been a staunch advocate for our senior citizens.

Ocean County has one of the largest senior citizen populations in New Jersey and I have spent my public service career ensuring that our older residents receive all of the benefits they deserve.

Seniors are the heart of our county’s economy. But more importantly, they have earned a comfortable and fulfilling retirement. I have worked hard to keep our county government and our cost of living affordable. Now the federal government needs to do its part and ensure Social Security not only continues, but keeps up with inflation.

I have recently spoken to a number of our residents who are concerned that the political posturing surrounding the ongoing debt ceiling debate could target Social Security.

As a representative of our senior communities, I call on the Biden Administration and the leaders of both the House and Senate to consider no action that could in any way threaten Social Security benefits.

I feel that when a debate becomes so derisive, with both sides of the aisle posturing for headlines and support, our top-level elected officials sometime forget the fear that can trickle down to our residents.

It is a safe assumption that many people following the debt ceiling debate do not fully understands the long-term implications of raising or not raising the ceiling. They only want to know how the final decision will impact them. Will they pay more in taxes and interest? Will their benefits suffer?

Our elected federal officials, from the White House and Congress, need to step up and reassure our senior citizens that Social Security will be protected.

Among our many Ocean County seniors is one of the state’s largest populations of veterans. These brave men and women served in wars including World War II, Korea and Vietnam.

Our veterans also need reassurance that the political wrangling in Washington D.C. sidesteps both Social Security and the critical VA benefits our heroes depend on.

Now is the time for the President and leaders of both houses to stop looking for headlines and instead look out for the interests of all citizens. Our national leaders were elected to serve all of the people, not just their respective political parties.

Joseph H. Vicari Director, Board of Commissioners

critical incident mapping in the remaining schools to ensure consistent mapping across the state, and to maintain the statewide database to ensure operational security of this data and provide access to the critical incident mapping information to first responders in all 21 New Jersey counties.

Since 1999, there have been at least 380 school shootings throughout America –with 46 school shootings taking place last year alone.

When the critical incident mapping initiative was first announced in August last year, first responders only had access to the mapping data of some of New Jersey’s thousands of public and private schools. Once the schematics for every New Jersey school building are collected, local law enforcement personnel will conduct annual walkthroughs of each building to ensure the mapping data is accurate and up-to-date.

The approximately $5.79 million in funding comes from remaining federal Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Emergency Assistance for Non-Public Schools (CRRSA EANS) funds and American Rescue Plan (ARP) EANS funds that must be expended prior to the designated expiration dates. The Administration made the decision to redistribute the funds to the State Police to further enhance the security of New Jersey schools.

“We applaud Governor Murphy for once again working to ensure the safety of all children in the state,” said Rabbi Avi Schnall, Director of the New Jersey Office of Agudath Israel. “Security funding

for non-public schools in New Jersey has increased significantly under Governor Murphy’s leadership and now provides the most funds per-pupil than any other state in the nation. During these uncertain times, it is comforting to know that should disaster strike, our local law enforcement agencies will be even more equipped to respond in a timely and safe manner.”

“We’re taking another significant step forward in protecting our students and teachers. With critical incident mapping and data analysis, along with additional investments in school security initiatives, we strengthen our efforts to safeguard against emergencies. Together, we’re dedicated to protecting our youth,” said Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin.

“Our commitment to ensuring that our children and school personnel are safe will always be a top priority in our mission to protect and serve. The critical incident mapping initiative will undoubtedly assist law enforcement during emergent times by providing first responders with an additional tool to work more quickly and more efficiently,” said Colonel Patrick J. Callahan, Superintendent of the New Jersey State Police. “The additional funding represents another step towards making our schools safer and I applaud Governor Murphy for taking these steps aimed at securing schools in New Jersey.”

“By utilizing cutting-edge technology for mapping school facilities, we continue our efforts to provide our students with the safest learning environment possible,” said Dr. Angelica Allen-McMillan, Acting Commissioner of Education.

OPINIONS & COMMENTARY

For years, you drive past a patch of forest. Then, one day, trees are cut down.

Construction vehicles are clearing the land. What happened to the woods?

What are they putting there?

We tend to think that once something is there, it will be there forever. That’s really not the case –especially when it comes to nature. Unless it is specifically preserved as open space, it will one day be a development.

Every square inch of your town is accounted for. A town labels every lot with a certain zone. They might be residential, commercial, industrial, or some combination. It gets further broken down – one area might be zoned for single family homes while another might be multi-family

Don’t Let Kids Go To Colleges In States That Ban Abortion

It’s sad to have to say this, but parents need to pay attention to what states have abortion bans before their children decide to attend college there. About half the states in the country have

Those Woods You Love May Not Be Woods Forever

(apartments, condos).

Just because it’s zoned a certain way, that doesn’t mean there’s a plan. It just says what the town officials want it to be some day. They might think “This area near the highway is a good place for businesses, but not for houses.” So that’s how they zone it. Then, one day, a developer comes along and says “I want to built a strip mall here.”

Every so often, the zoning changes. Sometimes it’s done piecemeal. Sometimes it’s a huge undertaking.

Municipal Land Use Law (MLUL/N.J.S.A. 40:55D-28) requires every town in New Jersey to adopt a comprehensive plan or master plan, and to revisit it every ten years. This would be an entire town’s plan.

It’s why I have to laugh when politicians are sur-

prised at overdevelopment. At some point, within the last ten years, someone decided that hundreds of homes should go over here, and businesses should go over there. Years later, a developer does just that and people are surprised?

If the politician thinks that there’s too much development, they can make changes in the zoning to fix that before a plan gets proposed. If they try to change the zoning after a plan gets proposed, it’s called spot zoning, and it can open them up to a lawsuit.

Sure, a politician can’t know everything that’s happening in their town, especially larger towns. And they can’t control what was done by officials before them. But they suffer from the same object permanence issue that the rest of us have – we think

that once something is there, it will always be there.

Every election year, politicians promise they’ll fight overdevelopment. They really can’t do that once a plan is proposed. Further, they can’t meddle in the affairs of the land use boards that approve or deny developments. But they can change zoning. And they should.

Property owners have the right to use their property as they see fit, providing it’s legal. Town officials can tell you what’s allowed.

Some towns have an open space tax. It’s separate from your property taxes, but it all gets paid at the same time. It might be a penny on every $100,000 of valuation for your property. Ocean and Monmouth counties both have open space trust funds that make purchases that towns can’t afford.

Letters To The Editor

some kind of ban in effect right now.

Following the Supreme Court’s overturn of Roe v. Wade, states are now able to make their own minds up about abortion, making the choice for you rather than letting the woman decide.

Republican-led states, mostly in the south like Alabama and Arkansas, are

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now states where a woman isn’t allowed to make choices concerning her body.

A state like Florida, where Ron DeSantis signed a 6-week ban, is a de facto ban. Most women don’t know they’re pregnant 6 weeks in. 6 weeks is one missed period. A woman might just think she’s late. By the time she learns she’s pregnant, it’s too late to get an abortion.

Two states, Wisconsin and North Dakota don’t even have clinics right now, according to news reports.

If your child is going to college in one of these 24 states that have a ban, what’s going to happen if they have an unwanted pregnancy? Mistakes happen, so the smart thing to do is look ahead at the state politics where the college is. Idaho even enacted a law that prevents women from traveling to other states to have an abortion. So, they won’t even be able to come

Politicians can negotiate as long as they have a willing property owner. They can buy the land and preserve it as open space. And they should.

I’ve been to a lot of town meetings where people are upset that they will suddenly be living near an apartment complex, strip mall, or something like that. I don’t blame them. All of the woods I played in as a kid are gone now. All of it.

There is a way to be proactive, though.

If you love an area of woods, find out who owns it and what it is zoned. Some towns have this information available online. You might also have to look at county records for deeds. Sometimes, the solution is to reach out to someone at the town.

Ask your town leaders to preserve it. Many of the pol-

iticians I’ve talked to love having more open space in their towns. It saves them money on things like road maintenance and garbage collection. It also lowers the number of kids in the school district so school taxes don’t go up. It’s actually cheaper to buy land and keep it open space than to let it fill with 2.5 kids per household.

I oversimplified this extremely complicated process throughout this editorial, but the point is that every strip of land in town is going to be built upon unless it’s specifically saved. So, if there’s a section of pristine land that you love, and you want it to stay that way, start working now to keep it open space forever.

Chris Lundy News Editor

home for it.

Don’t think that this applies only to your daughters. It’s not just their lives that will forever be impacted. Your sons need to be protected, too.

This doesn’t even enter into all the medically necessary abortions, and pregnancy from rape (which happens in college dorms of course).

So please, if you want your daughter or son to have a career, follow their dreams, and build a family when they are ready, don’t send them to college in a state where abortion is illegal.

Teresa DeRosa, Brick

Support Bacchione & Team In Berkeley

I am writing this letter in reaction to a January story in The Berkeley Times

announcing the candidacy of Council President John Bacchione for the mayoral position in Berkeley Township. This is fantastic news! Although it saddens me that Mayor Carmen Amato is stepping away from the mayoral position, I am happy that Councilman Bacchione is seeking the job.

Among the many reasons I feel John is the right person for the job is his quote to The Berkeley Times when he said he doesn’t want to change the recipe (referring to Carmen Amato’s leadership).

Berkeley Township is a great place to live. We have beaches, clean parks, and extensive recreational facilities. Our Berkeley Township Schools are safe, and they provide a quality education. Under John’s leadership there is more to come to make our community even better.

Councilman Bacchione’s

business experience in the mortgage industry is also a plus. Our residents deserve knowledgeable candidates and especially for homeowners where property values are concerned and their relationship to assessments and ratables and to the community. To me, this strikes a needed balance of private sector and public sector expertise.

Councilman Bacchione does not act like a politician in public...he is a member of the community who cares about the progress being made in town. He is truly “all in” for Berkeley Township. My message to all Berkeley Township voters, vote for John Bacchione for mayor and the Republican team in 2023.

Continue Moving Forward with Bacchione and Republican Team.

Fred Bekiarian Bayville

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thoroughly. The intention behind this is to avoid the necessity for other pilots with disabilities to start the design process anew.

“We expect we’ll be done building the plane in two more years,” shared Newman. “The fuselage is due in August, and by fall, we’ll start having what looks like an airplane. Right now, it’s all in pieces.”

As Cox extended her heartfelt gratitude to the members of the EEA, she effortlessly captivated them with her compelling story. The group found great inspiration from the charismatic woman who has journeyed worldwide as a motivational speaker – focusing on possible thinking to achieve the impossible.

Now 40, Cox began flying at the age of 25, simply because it was a fear she wanted to overcome. Cox also has a black belt in Taekwondo, drives a car with her feet, and has mastered several other accomplishments. Cox has not used prosthetics since she was 14 years old.

“From the beginning, I was blessed with a wonderful set of parents who always told me I could do anything,” Cox said. “That’s not true

for everyone with a disability. We want to be that example for children with disabilities when they’re so impressible.”

In addition to showing up around the world to inspire others, Cox has grand plans. Her big goal is to fly the finished airplane over the Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2028 in Los Angeles. She’s hoping other pilots with disabilities will join her in formation over the games.

Ocean County Commissioner Director Joseph H. Vicari, Commissioner Gary Quinn, and Ocean County Sheriff Michael Mastronardy all came to the airport to meet Cox in person. Vicari made a special presentation in his capacity as the Ocean County Airport manager.

“As a former educator for 40 years, one of the things we always teach everyone in the classroom is to reach high and reach your fullest potential,” Vicari said. “Sometimes a disability can overcome someone even with a lot of opportunities. Jessica has shown that she could reach for the stars and is an inspiration to me and everyone.” Those interested in learning more about Jessica Cox should visit her website at jessica.cox.com In addition, a 2015 documentary called “Right Footed” provides even more inspirational details about this remarkable woman’s journey and is available on Prime Video.

─Photo by Stephanie Faughnan

Dr. Bob Newman, who is heading up the plane’s assembly, speaks to EAA members as Jessica Cox and her husband Patrick Chamberlain look on.

Local Pets Available For Adoption

TOMS RIVER – Pets like this one is available at the Toms River Animal Shelter.

Savvy is a very loving cat. She loves pets and attention. Her owners surrendered her

because they were moving and cats were not allowed in their new home. For more information, call 732-341-1000 or visit tomsrivertownship.com/155/Animal-Control-Services

Murder Mystery Luncheon

TOMS RIVER – Come join for an afternoon of fun presented by the H.C.B. First Aid Auxiliary. An interactive comedy murder family style.

It’s a family affair when the most powerful players in (da pizza pie business) have a sit-down. But this time they are bringing the true bosses: Their wives. Do you think there could be trouble?

The Murder Mystery Luncheon will be on August 13 from 1 to 5 p.m. at Holiday City West Clubhouse, 45 Cabrillo Boulevard, Toms River.

Lite lunch, dessert, soft drinks, BYOB. Cost: $38 (no refunds). Ticket information call Linda Maddalena at 609-325-1125.

Tickets can also be purchased at the following:

• HCB Clubhouse #1 Tuesdays 12 to 1 p.m. on June 20 and July 18

• HCC Clubhouse Library Thursdays 12 to 2 p.m. on June 8 and June 15

• HCS Clubhouse Fridays 9 to 11 a.m. on June 23 and June 30

• HCW Clubhouse Wednesdays 4:30 to 6 p.m. on June 21, July 5, and July 12.

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TOMS RIVER – The district’s relationship with Ortley Beach is growing stronger by the summer.

Last year, the Township had approached students within High School South’s Project SPEAR-IT CTE program with a proposal about lifeguard stands. With funding from the Township for materials, students responded by building nine sturdy lifeguard stands which, since last summer, line the Ortley Beach coast.

This year, the question was what to do about a highly-visible storage container which has become something of an eyesore. For this, High School East has responded, with students and staff working collaboratively with the Department of Public Works to beautify that container located on Third Avenue.

HSE art teacher Katie Koenigstein is spearheading the effort to create a

“Keep the Beach Clean” theme for a storage container mural. Along with her school colleagues Bill Dishon, Erin Calicchio, Kristen DeVuyst, and Jennifer Fazzini. Koenigstein and 20 HSE students are utilizing their art skills, passion, and sense of community to make a difference.

The storage container is now a piece of art, with a beautiful mural that depicts a beach with the tagline, “Leave Nothing but Footprints…Keep Ortley Beach Clean.”

“Few things leave us as satisfied as seeing our students using their creativity, talents, and imagination to make a difference in the community,” said Assistant Superintendent Patrick Thomas, who visited the site this week to check on students’ progress. “They’ve turned an eyesore into a beach landmark, and I couldn’t be more proud.”

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Musical Test Drive Tradition Continues

TOMS RIVER – One of the district’s recent but most cherished musical traditions continued last night at High School East. The Ready, Set, Play! musical test drive enables students in grades three through six to try out various instruments, with the

guidance of music teachers and high school musicians.

Each year since 2018 it’s proved to be a starting point for future musicians, as well as a super fun time for students and families.

Roll Out Red Carpet For Pre-K Prom

TOMS RIVER – The Early Learning Center hosted its Pre-K prom for 2023 on May 23, and it was a star-studded event. Students and their families/dates walked the red carpet at East Dover Elementary School, where inside they enjoyed singing, dancing, and a great time.

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Hearing Loss Can Impact Cognition

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• Hearing impairment is a greater risk factor for cognitive decline and dementia than other individual mid-life risks.

• The proactive management of hearing loss can delay or slow the onset or progression of cognitive decline.

• Studies show the use of hearing aids can slow down the rapid progression of cognitive decline.

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In our opinion, driving brain health awareness and improving access to cognitive screenings are among the most important challenges of the 21st century. Although cognitive decline is a normal part of aging, early identification of underlying conditions such as untreated hearing loss will lead to appropriate management, thus improving cognitive health.

If you would like to schedule a Cognivue Thrive screening, please feel free to contact our Toms River office at 732-818-3610.

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TOMS RIVER – Silver Ridge Westerly is currently seeking crafters, vendors, flea marketers, and food trucks for their Vendor/Craft Fair on October 14 (rain

date October 15) at Silver Ridge Westerly Parking Lot, 39 Millbrook Drive, Toms River. For more information call: Cookie at 201-394-3583.

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The 4 Most Common Drugs That Can Cause Hearing Loss And Tinnitus

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Hearing loss is something that is very hard to deal with, whether it’s yourself, or a relative, the whole family suffers. The person in the room who can’t hear well feels isolated and lonely at times.

Hearing loss occurs for various reasons, usually age-related and it is a slow, gradual type of hearing loss. It usually affects both ears.

As a pharmacist, I can assure you there is not much help in the way of medications. There isn’t anything that works, on the contrary! Some of the drugs dispensed from the pharmacy can actually cause hearing loss and/or tinnitus (that high-pitched sound that millions of people hear).

According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders about 38 million adults in the United States have some degree of hearing loss. Because millions of people are affected, you probably know someone suffering with hearing loss. My own dad has hearing loss and it’s gotten harder to communicate with him. And as for famous people, I know a few other historical ones, and I bet you do too!

Top of the list, is renowned composer and pianist, Beethoven! He started to lose his hearing in his late twenties and eventually became completely deaf. And then there was Thomas Edison who is responsible for our electric lightbulbs! And Vincent van Gogh is thought to have hearing challenges due to inhaling the lead fumes from his paints! I don’t want to scare anyone. Medication-induced hearing loss is generally considered a rare side effect but it does happen. Some drugs have a known risk of causing hearing impairment. Here they are:

1. Loop diuretics: Loop diuretics, including furosemide and ethacrynic acid are commonly prescribed for conditions like edema and hypertension. In some cases, high doses of these medications have been associated with hearing loss and/or tinnitus.

2. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs): Although less common, some NSAIDs, including ibuprofen, naproxen and aspirin, have been reported to have potential hearing-related side effects like hearing loss and/or tinnitus. This is particularly evident when taken in high doses or extended periods.

3. Aminoglycoside antibiotics: Certain antibiotics from this category such as gentamicin, tobramycin, and streptomycin, have been linked to hearing loss and tinnitus. Prolonged use or high doses increase your risk.

4. Chemotherapy drugs: Certain chemotherapy agents used in cancer treatment have been associated with potential hearing loss and tinnitus. Examples include cisplatin, carboplatin, and vincristine.

If you experience medication-induced hearing loss or suspect you me having this side effect, see an expert, specifically an ENT (Ear Nose and Throat) physician. Please don’t just quit a drug, that isn’t wise because some medications require a taper. So if you want to talk to a healthcare professional or pharmacist for personalized advice about all this, make your appointment and share all the details of when you started the medication, and when the hearing problems began.

I have a longer version of this article on my website in case it interests you, just visit 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) ©2023 SUZY COHEN, RPH. DISTRIBUTED BY DEAR PHARMACIST, INC.

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Fundraiser For 10-Year-Old Injured In Hit-And-Run

By Alyssa Riccardi

SEASIDE HEIGHTS – A fundraiser was created for an 10-year-old boy who was hospitalized after being hit by a car while riding his bike.

The GoFundMe page states that the boy, Jackson, was riding his bicycle in front of his mother’s home in Seaside Heights when he was struck by a speeding vehicle.

“The driver did not slow down or try to help Jackson, instead he drove with the child on his car for over a block before he fled the scene and was later apprehended,” Erin Albertson, Jackson’s Aunt, wrote.

Although the man responsible was ar-

rested and criminally charged, Jackson was air lifted to Jersey Shore University Medical Center in Neptune and has since hospitalized due to serious injuries.

Albertson wrote that she created the fundraiser to help pay for all the medical expenses Jackson and his family now have to face.

“Julia, his mother, is a hard-working single mother that has been unable to work since this happened,” Albertson said. “Jack has a long road to recovery and I’d like everyone to share this story to help support this beautiful family on their healing journey.”

To donate towards Jackson’s recovery, visit gofundme.com/f/jackson-recover.

Veolia Issues Annual Water Quality Report

TOMS RIVER - Veolia released its annual Consumer Confidence Reports, which detail the results of water quality tests and are now available online at mywater.veolia.us.

“Our Water Quality Reports are issued annually in accordance with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection regulations,” said Jim Mastrokalos, Veolia

Mid-State Senior Director of Operations.

“We are pleased to provide our residential and commercial customers with confidence that their drinking water is of the highest quality. Protecting public health is Veolia’s top priority.”

Customers can find their water quality reports by visiting mywater.veolia.us/ TRCCR2022

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reminding those present of the importance of Memorial Day and honoring those who paid the price of freedom with their lives.

“Many Americans from all wars and conflicts the United States has fought in are still listed as POW/MIAs. While the United States does as much as it can to account them, many are still unaccounted for. Today, remember our missing also and the grief their family feels,” Robbins said.

“The numbers of our fallen heroes aren’t just statistics. They are real people with real families who live in real communities like Seaside Heights, Seaside Park and Lavallette. We can best honor their sacrifice by remembering their families who lost so much. Let us never forget what Memorial Day means,” Robbins added. “It is not about beaches, picnics or auto races, it is a day to remember. Many in our military are right now protecting our precious freedoms that are the envy of the world over and must never be taken for granted for they come at a horrible, horrible price.”

Members of Boy Scout Troop 21 led the audience in the pledge of allegiance. Post member Paul Lerin asked the audience to join him as he sang “The Star-Spangled Banner.”

Wreaths were donated and later placed by the scouts in front of the Memorial monument at the Legion’s headquarters. The wreaths were donated by the Ortley Beach Voters and Taxpayers Association, the American Legion Post 351, the Post’s Auxiliary Unit 351, and Sons of the Legion Squadron 351.

Seaside Heights Mayor Anthony Vaz said, “we are here to remember those who gave their lives in sacrifice. Sacrifice, is when we do something for ourselves or others that is noteworthy for change. Some sacrifice for the individual. The difference is those who gave their lives for us and our freedom they sacrificed for people they didn’t even know. They didn’t know about you and I. That is sacrifice.”

“When there is a crisis in this country be it storms or a pandemic, we unite. That is

patriotism - which is loyalty to your community or your country,” the mayor added.

Nancy Robbins, the president of the Post’s Auxiliary Unit, spoke next. “I want to welcome you to our Post and our family and to have a safe and wonderful Memorial Day weekend. Please remember our veterans and everyone take care of yourselves.”

William Kevish, who recently returned as leader of the Post, led an effort to plant more than 2,000 American flags on the graves of veterans in a Toms River cemetery. He was joined by members of the Post, Sons of the American Legion and various other volunteers a few days prior to Memorial Day.

“Thank you all for being here and remembering the importance of this day. Let us pledge to never forget the sacrifices they made. We must keep alive and cherish the traits of our freedom and liberties that they believed in and fought for and that we enjoy today. It was because of their duty, sacrifice and courage that we remain a free and great nation,” Kevish said.

Post Service Officer Ian Worrell spoke about the humbleness of those who serve their country and most especially those who died in that service. “They do it out of a sense of duty and humbleness. That person was being humble at doing their duty which leaves us with a greater duty. Don’t just consider tomorrow and today Memorial Day let us make each and every day Memorial Day.”

Robbins brought some history into the service in asking the scouts who the seventh president of the United States was. Scout member Joshua Guzman-Ramirez knew it was Andrew Jackson.

After reading a brief biography of “Old Hickory” Jackson’s nickname “which refers to his strength and stubbornness as a major general,” Robbins presented Joshua with a coin. “This coin was given to me by the chief operating officer of the National League of POWs/MIAs based in Washington D.C.”

“Her brother was a POW in the Vietnam War and after 36 years he was finally accounted for. She kept at it and put pressure on our politicians and they found his remains. Although we honor our fallen today let’s never forget our missing,” Robbin added.

Unidos Hispanic Heritage Club Hosts Family Night

TOMS RIVER – Intermediate South’s Unidos Hispanic Heritage Club celebrated its first family night on May 18, and it was a success.

More than 45 parents and students attended the family night. The club shared a bilingual presentation of everything it has accomplished in this year, and also

provided an update about all of the extracurricular activities that Intermediate South has to offer.

Families enjoyed good food, games and prizes, and were able to connect with other parents and club advisors Daniela Benitez, Betty Velez-Gimbel, and Jennifer Fernandez.

Town Implements Curfew On Barrier Island For Summer Season

TOMS RIVER – Toms River Township is reinstating its curfew on the barrier island communities of North Beach and Ortley Beach for the 2023 summer season, Mayor Mo Hill and Police Chief Mitch Little announced. The curfew, which applies to juveniles aged 17 and lower, prohibits teens unaccompanied by an adult from being on the streets of the beachfront communities from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. from May 26 and extending through 12 a.m. on September 5.

“We don’t want to have a repeat of the incidences we had during previous summer seasons, “Mayor Hill said. “Last year, before we implemented the curfew, we had a few “pop-up parties” occur with large crowds of young people disturbing the peace in Ortley Beach. We are looking to prevent that from happening again this year.”

“Incidents involving groups of juveniles strained police resources, disrupted businesses, lawful activities and residents and visitors trying to enjoy

our beautiful resort area,” said Police Chief Mitch Little who signed the Executive Order creating the curfew in his capacity as the Township’s Emergency Management Coordinator.

The curfew will be enforced in North Beach, the area of the Township north of our border with the Borough of Lavallette and in Ortley Beach.

Exceptions to the curfew are juvenile accompanied by a parent, legal guardian or adult caretaker, those doing errands at the direction of an adult, those traveling two and from their jobs and those involved in activities protected by the 1st Amendment.

Violators will be given two warnings to disburse before being detained, at which time their parent, guardian or adult caretaker will be contacted for appropriate actions. Adults, including employers, who allow or encourage juveniles to violate the curfew will be subject to summons and fines pursuant to N.J.S.A. App. A:9-49 and N.J.S.A. App. A:9-50

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Teacher Inducted Into Rutgers Athletic Hall Of Fame

TOMS RIVER – Congratulations to High School South’s Jeff Frazier on becoming a 2023 Rutgers Athletic Hall of Fame induct-

ee! Frazier is photographed here by student Olivia Lucas against a backdrop featuring another HSS legend, Mr. P. David Correll.

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Jersey Shore Business Expo June 6 To Feature Awardees And Business Experts

TOMS RIVER – Jersey Shore Business

Expo, open to all local and regional business professionals in every local community, June 6 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Clarion Hotel & Conference Center, 815 Route 37, Toms River, will feature Awardees and Business Experts.

This event is an opportunity for businesses in the Jersey Shore area to network, start new business relationships, connect, network, build new relationships, and showcase their company and brand. This Expo will also include an award ceremony for the Orthodox Jewish Chamber to express appreciation to three community leaders who have been pillars of New Jersey’s Jewish community’s success throughout the years and who have been instrumental in the economic success of local communities.

The awardees are Senator Robert Singer will receive the Community Service and Business Development Award. In his more than four decades serving the Lakewood community and New Jersey’s 30th Legislative District, Senator Singer has worked tirelessly to create an environment in which business can flourish. In 2019, he was instrumental in bringing the Orthodox Jewish Chamber of Commerce’s proposal for a New Jersey Economic Development Day to fruition.

Ocean County Sheriff Michael Mastronardy will receive the Community Service Award – Helping Keep Our Businesses Safe. The sheriff is dedicated to combating anti-Semitism and works closely with the Orthodox Jewish Chamber of Commerce

to keep Jewish businesses safe in times of hate.

Ocean County Commissioner Director Joseph H. Vicari will receive the Ocean County Business Development Award. Heading into retirement after five decades in public office, Commissioner Vicari has been an active participant in the Orthodox Jewish Chamber of Commerce’s activities over the years, serving on expo and chamber committees, and working closely with them to help with business development throughout Ocean County.

“It is a true honor for the Jewish community to have such close and productive relationships with political leaders at the highest levels,” says Duvi Honig, founder and CEO of the Orthodox Jewish Chamber of Commerce. “It’s a privilege to give back and recognize these leaders on behalf of the community and business world.

The following is the lineup of presenters who are renowned experts in their fields and will be available to interact one-onone with attendees to answer questions and provide guidance. Christina Fuentes is Vice President of Community and Business Development within the New Jersey Economic Development Authority’s (NJEDA’s) Community Development division. The Community Development division is a vital resource for small business development. In her role at the NJEDA, Fuentes provides strategic direction and leads the implementation of all small business services and targeted community development activities. This includes

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overseeing a team with expertise in community development, business banking, and small business services that work to build thriving, equitable, and inclusive communities. In her presentation, Helping Business on all Levels, she will share her expertise on overcoming challenges in the business world and utilizing government programs and services aimed at community development.

Don Newman, the Manager of Small Business Advocacy within the New Jersey Department of State, Business Action Center, provides services to businesses of all sizes and at all stages of development, from startups through maturity. In addition, Newman manages the NJ Business Helpline, 1-800 JERSEY-7, and a new live chat. This year, through both platforms, his team responded to over 75,000 business questions. With the myriad programs the Business Action Center has to offer, every business should be acquainted with the agency and its relevance for them. Newman’s presentation on Business Empowerment Services and Programs is an opportunity to engage directly with the head of Small Business Advocacy to learn how to obtain what your business needs to grow.

Tricia McLain has 14+ years as a Senior International Trade Specialist for the export promotion arm of the U.S. federal government, the U.S. Commercial Service. This is a division of the U.S. Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration. The services she helps manage include export counseling, business matchmaking, due diligence, market research, and trade event support. Business owners may be surprised to discover some of the resources that are available to them from this arm of the federal government. McLain’s presentation on Import Export/ International Trade will be an informative guide to taking advantage of federal assistance on trade.

David Koegel is a middle-market lender with 33 years of direct involvement with business owners. He has worked for Republic Bank, Signature Bank, and Sterling Bank. He is credit-trained and has worked as a Credit analyst for Middle Market

Business. He recently joined CRS Capital Funding as its Managing Director. His presentation, Understand Your Business Financial Components to Help Expand Cash Flow and Grow Your Business Effectively, provides the tools for effectively managing cash flow. With a deeper understanding of a company’s liquid assets, you will know how to find that extra money when you need it and how to increase or tighten your cash flow according to your business’s needs.

Kelly McCullough, RDN, LDN is a Clinical Dietitian Nutritionist and Certified Coach specializing in health concerns related to weight control and medical issues. As a sought-after instructional and motivational speaker in nutrition and business topics, she has conducted presentations for business teams, health professionals, and community and school programs empowering them in healthy living and team-building strategies. Her presentation on Women’s Entrepreneurship will focus on women’s empowerment in the business world. There will also be a panel on the subject with other women who have made their mark in the business world.

Heshy Friedman, the president of Azurite Marketing Group, a branding, website, and marketing agency, founded his first web design company in 2002 and has been helping companies grow their business with a captivating identity and a strong online presence since then. He is also the founder of the RBBN, the Rockland Business to Business Networking group, and facilitates monthly networking events for professionals in the Rockland area. LinkedIn is such an important networking tool for professionals. Friedman’s presentation, Best Practices for Business Growth Using LinkedIn, will provide his vital insights and experience on this subject.

Duvi Honig, CEO of the Orthodox Jewish Chamber of Commerce (OJChamber) who is hosting the event, said, “Face-to-face communication is still the most effective way to build a solid relationship for all businesses and a way to build bridges between communities with commerce. We hope local businesses and companies will use this event to foster and grow their businesses.”

To register or for more information, visit ojchamber.com or contact yitzie@ojchamber.com 732-987-7704 ext. 103.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast

For the week of june 3 - june 9

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Possible issues between loved ones may be heading toward resolution. You might feel you need to step in and mediate, but it could be best to step back and let them work through things themselves.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You may feel an intense desire for affection or intimacy, but it might not be possible right now. If you channel your energies into a passion project or your studies, you may discover new and exciting things to keep your attention in the meantime.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You could be feeling influenced by a strong drive toward material success and a need for authority. Solidify the lesson that loyalty and a commitment to fulfilling your promises is the superior choice when it comes to achievements.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Now may be the time to focus on manners and being careful with your words. It can be easy to forget who you are talking to in the heat of the moment. Remember to be respectful in every encounter and you can avoid a falling out.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Demonstrate your abilities with confidence and people will be more willing to listen. Do your best to lead by example and treat others mindfully, and you can avoid confrontation. Be the best you can be and others will recognize your skills.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Social media can be a good escape from current darkness, but it may also be distracting you from seeing the light. Taking a step back and going for a walk may be the best way to recalibrate your mindset.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You could be feeling left out right now. Try not to take it personally. Sometimes you need to spend some time in the background so that you can leap into the foreground later on. Your current relationships may require honoring past obligations.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): It might feel like life has started to repeat itself day by day and put you in a rut. Getting your mind and heart racing could be just the escape from monotony you may be looking for. Seek out some new ideas and activities.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Changes may be coming to your life. Sometimes you can miss the tree in the forest but know that your heart can see more than your eyes ever could. Look past the crowd and look for the one person who matters the most to you.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): It might seem like there are too many demands on your wallet currently. Your reputation may take a blow when it comes to office intrigues but you can prove your trustworthiness through hard work and meeting any deadlines.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): There may be more kindness in the world than you realize but it might not always be spoken aloud. You could find yourself overwhelmed with glad emotions when you receive an unexpected kind word or good deed.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): In the middle of the game, the rules may change without warning or explanation. If you find yourself behind due to older strategies, the answer is to learn and level up. You can learn to overcome frustrations if you keep a cool head.

ENJOY BOLD FLAVORS FROM THIS EASY CHICKEN RECIPE

By America’s Test Kitchen

Butter chicken should be rich and creamy but also vibrant and complex, so we started by softening onion, garlic, ginger and chile in butter followed by aromatic spices such as garam masala, coriander, cumin, and black pepper. A combination of tomato paste and water provided a bright acidity, punch and a deep color, while a full cup of cream gave the sauce a lush, velvety body. A few more tablespoons of solid butter added extra richness. To imitate the deep charring produced by a tandoor oven, we broiled chicken thighs coated in yogurt (its milk proteins and lactose brown quickly and deeply) before cutting them into chunks and stirring them into the sauce.

MURGH MAKHANI (Indian Butter Chicken)

Serves 4 to 6

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into 4 pieces and chilled, divided

1 onion, chopped fine

5 garlic cloves, minced

4 teaspoons grated fresh ginger

1 serrano chile, stemmed, seeded, and minced

1 tablespoon garam masala

1 teaspoon ground coriander

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

1/2 teaspoon pepper

1 1/2 cups water

1/2 cup tomato paste

1 tablespoon sugar

2 teaspoons table salt, divided

1 cup heavy cream

2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, trimmed

1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt

3 tablespoons chopped fresh

cilantro, divided

1. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, ginger, and serrano and cook, stirring frequently, until mixture is softened and onion begins to brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Add garam masala, coriander, cumin and pepper and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant, about 3 minutes. Add water and tomato paste and whisk until no lumps of tomato paste remain. Add sugar and 1 teaspoon salt and bring to a boil.

2. Off heat, stir in cream. Using an immersion blender or blender, process until smooth, 30 to 60 seconds. Return sauce to simmer over medium heat and whisk in remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Remove saucepan from heat and cover to keep warm. (Sauce can be refrigerated for up to four days; gently reheat sauce before adding hot chicken.)

3. Adjust oven rack 6 inches from broiler element and heat broiler. Combine chicken, yogurt, and remaining 1 teaspoon salt in a bowl and toss well to coat. Using tongs, transfer chicken to a wire rack set in aluminum foil — lined rimmed baking sheet. Broil until chicken is evenly charred on both sides and registers 175 degrees, 16 to 20 minutes, flipping chicken halfway through broiling.

4. Let chicken rest for 5 minutes. While the chicken rests, warm sauce over medium-low heat. Cut chicken into 3/4-inch chunks and stir into sauce. Stir in 2 tablespoons cilantro and season with salt to taste. Transfer to serving dish, sprinkle with remaining 1 tablespoon cilantro, and serve.

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