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– Once a month, therapy dogs make their way into the Brick Township Library to help young readers feel comfortable while reading.
The goal of the Paws for Reading program is to practice reading and improve communication skills by having children read aloud to a (Reading - See Page 4)
BRICK – Brick Township residents
Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – A long journey starts with a few steps.
At the end of the road is Larry’s Home, transitional housing that will be for homeless veterans trying to get back on their feet. Part of that journey took place at Winding River Park,
where Just Believe held their first 5K run/walk and 1K run/walk.
Just Believe runs the township’s Code Blue center at Riverwood Park, which opens its doors on nights when temperatures approach freezing. CEO Paul Hulse called the 5K “A beautiful day, a won -
derful event to help and support our disenfranchised and homeless. Every step, every breath was focused on raising funds to support our community in need.”
He told this newspaper that the event raised $3,500 for (5K - See Page 6)
recently gathered at Cedar Bridge Manor Park to mark the beginning of the highly anticipated renovations. On May 25, officials, engineers, and contractors grabbed their shovels to kick-off the groundbreaking ceremony to rebuild a neighborhood park. Last month, the council awarded a $465,412 contract to Robbie Lane Enterprises of Towaco, NJ, to take on the project. This was one of six bids that were submitted, ranging from a high of $572,385 to the lowest bid, which was the winner.
“The township has all the necessary permits to proceed with this project,” Councilwoman Andrea Zapcic previously said at a Township Council meeting. “The project includes (Park - See Page 5)
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registered therapy dog.
Lexi Majeski, the Youth Services Supervisor at the Brick Library, explained how the program provides a judgment-free zone for kids.
“It’s beneficial using therapy animals to improve children literacy skills and in a fun way,” Majeski said.
The library partners with the nonprofit Bright and Beautiful Therapy Dogs Inc., which trains, tests and qualifies owners/ handlers and their well-behaved dogs as certified therapy dog teams.
“Our teams visit people in hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, schools, universities, and libraries. We also visit private homes, court houses, corporations, attend wellness events and even funerals,” Lorna Klein, Bright and Beautiful Spokesperson said.
Klein said that a dog who is a candidate for therapy dog work begins with having a calm and friendly disposition and who
enjoys being around people.
“All breeds and mixed breeds can be successful therapy dogs - it starts with their temperament and interest. And the dog’s owner/handler must have a sincere interest in helping people and have a strong bond with his/her dog,” Klein said.
At a recent Paws for Reading, five dogs were present to help kids feel relaxed while reading. The hour-long program welcomed a number of children who had the chance to pick out a dog-themed book to read to their new furry friend.
Volunteer Linda Horn and her pup Ralfie are regulars when it comes to Paws for Reading. She explained how in addition to going to libraries and nursing homes, her and Ralfie specifically visit someone every week who is home-bound.
“We try to make people happy. We want to put a smile on their face,” Horn said.
Paws for Reading at the Ocean County Library Brick Branch meets every third Wednesday from 4 to 5 p.m. The program is open to children ages 5 and up. For more information, visit theoceancountylibrary.org.
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line restoration – specifically riprap stabilization edge with vegetation mulch, much like we did at Bay Harbor Beach.” Shoreline restoration will protect the park from erosion and damage during high tides and storms. Other amenities will include a half basketball court, an ADA-compliant playground with age-appropriate equipment, fitness components, a walking trail and picnic tables and benches. Additionally, the Township will add a kayak launch and a bike rack.
“It will be a place where families and friends will be able to gather to create memories that will last a lifetime,” Mayor
Lisa Crate said.
Due to its location along the Metedeconk River, renovation plans for Cedar Bridge Manor Park were delayed.
Previously, permits were delayed since the .91-acre waterfront park on Manor Drive was located in a geographic area of high sensitivity where Native American artifacts might be found.
At one point, an archaeological survey was conducted on site which resulted in no identification of historical artifacts.
Many residents came out to the ceremonial ground breaking to show their support because reconstructing the park is important to its neighboring community.
At this time there is no set opening date, however the work is anticipated to be completed in about three months, weather permitting.
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Larry’s Home and that they hope to do another 5K in the future.
“We walk by faith and not by sight,” Hulse said. Larry’s Home would be named after Hulse’s childhood friend Larry Robertiello. He served two tours in Kuwait and Baghdad during Operation Iraqi Freedom. He served from October of
2001 to July of 2004, reaching the rank of Specialist in the Army and receiving four medals. He worked as a plumber in his civilian life. However, when he got home, he suffered from PTSD and addiction, which claimed his life.
A year-round shelter would be a transitional facility, because the goal is to make them independent. Additionally, having one location gives them the consistency that fosters safety, trust, and a home base for them to get the services they need to get back on their feet.
Several religious and other welfare groups host overnight shelters, filling in the gap in service because Ocean County’s leaders refuse to establish a permanent shelter. Many have explained that it can be paid for by a fund fueled by a $5 fee on every real estate transaction but the County Commissioners said they didn’t want to charge people that.
Hulse thanked the supporters and participants for their help in this endeavor.
For more information, visit JustBelieveInc.org.
BRICK – The Brick Garden Club is a civic organization under the auspices of the Recreation Department of the Township of Brick. The purpose of the Club is to educate members and the public about gardening and related areas as well as to enhance the community with beautification projects.
Membership is open to anyone interested in gardening and community beautification. There are no dues. However, members are encouraged to participate in club activities and community service projects.
They meet at the Bob Anstett Cultural Arts Center, 515 Herbertsville Road, the 2nd Monday of every month at 7 p.m., with the exception of January and February (no meeting), July (Garden Tour & Tea), August (Garden Party), and December (Holiday Party).
For more information, visit the Garden Club Website at brickgardenclub.com.
BRICK – Join for a special fundraiser for a special friend on July 23 from 12 to 5 p.m. at the River Rock Restaurant in Brick.
Kristen has been battling cancer on and off for years and we’d like to help make her life a little easier and help have some of her dreams come true. 20% of all proceeds during Dine to Donate will be going directly to Kristen. Plus they will have a gift auction as well. All you have to do is come in and tell your server that you’re there for the fundraiser & mention her name, Kristen Rollin.
If you can donate anything towards this event, as far as a gift basket, or want to send a donation directly to Kristen, visit gofundme/c5d48ca5.
LAKEWOOD – The Lakewood Police Department Presents the 2023 Youth Police Camp. Accepting Lakewood’s finest youths ages 11 through 13. Hosted by the Ocean County Police Academy dates: August 14 to 18.
Get excited for SWAT and K-9 presentation, CPR certification, tour of the police department, trips and much more. Lunch will be provided. Register at lakewoodpolicenj.com. Deadline is June 30.
BRICK – On June 14, the Rotary Club of Brick morning speaker will be Sam Pinkava, Northern Lights District Executive, John Brilla, Boy Scouts of America, will also attend.
The Rotary Club of Brick, NJ - Morning meets each Wednesday morning at the Brick Diner at 7:30 a.m. and they welcome guests and prospective members for fellowship and breakfast.
TRENTON – Following news of textbook publishers agreeing to censor their educational materials at the behest of state governments like Florida, nine governors joined New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy in sending publishing companies a letter to make it clear that censorship will not be supported in schools in each of their states and territories.
The full letter reads:
“We are deeply troubled by the news of some textbook publishers yielding to the unreasonable demands of certain government representatives calling for the censorship of school educational materials, specifically textbooks.
“We write to you out of concern that those who are charged with supporting the education of this country’s students, such as yourselves, may be tempted to water down critical information to appeal to the lowest common denominator. We urge any company who has not yet given in to this pressure to hold the line
for our democracy.
“Our country’s future is at stake. You hold enormous influence in shaping how our great nation’s history is told, and the consequences of your actions will reverberate for generations to come. Honestly grappling with our legacy has long been a cornerstone of American patriotism. If we are to continue striving for a more perfect union, then we must carry out our duty of ensuring future generations understand our full history as well as the contributions of all its people. That includes learning from our mistakes. These lessons are vital to preparing our youth to fully engage in a free and fair democracy.
“Sanitizing our educational texts for the mercurial comfort of a few today ultimately limits the next generation’s ability to make informed decisions for themselves. Moreover, the negative impact that censorship and book-banning has on this nation’s students – many already marginalized and underrepresented in society – cannot be overstated during a time when we are facing an unprecedented youth mental health crisis. Each and every single student in the United States of America has
the right to exist, to be seen, and to be represented.
“It is an important priority of our administrations to ensure that any educational materials censored to appeal to political pressure do not negatively impact our educational goals and values in our states. As such, please know that we will be working closely with all of our school districts to ensure they are fully informed of which texts include comprehensive and accurate educational information – and which have been inappropriately censored – when they consider procurement of instructional materials for the nearly nine million students our states serve.”
In addition to Murphy, the governors who signed onto the letter are: Delaware’s John Carney, Illinois’ J.B. Pritzker, Maryland’s Wes Moore,
Massachusetts’ Maura Healey, New Mexico’s Michelle Lujan Grisham, New York’s Kathy Hochul, Rhode Island’s Dan McKee, Washington’s Jay Inslee and Albert Bryan, governor of the Territory of the U.S. Virgin Islands.
The letter was sent to nine publishers who sell K-12 textbooks and educational materials, as well as the Association of American Publishers, which represents the leading book, journal, and education publishers in the United States.
The publishing companies that received the letter are: Cengage Learning, Goodheart-Willcox, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, McGraw Hill Education, Pearson, Routledge Taylor and Francis Group, Savvas Learning Co., Scholastic, and the Teachers Curriculum Institute.
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ), Co-Chair of the House Task Force for Combating Antisemitism, issued the following statement on the new national strategy released by the Biden Administration aimed at addressing the surge in antisemitic hate across the United States:
“There are many good things about the plan - above all I welcome the attention it pays to community/physical security, to the problems of getting better reporting and law enforcement responses to antisemitic violence and harassment, and to Holocaust education.
“Some of the most vicious and
harmful antisemitism is incitement to violence and hatred of Israel. In 2004, Natan Sharansky testified at a hearing I chaired that while Israel should not be above criticism, that anti-Semitism tries to ‘hide behind the veneer of legitimate criticism of Israel.’ Sharansky said that employing the 3D test - demonization, double standards and delegitimization - is useful in exposing antisemitism.
“When antisemites spew their hatred, one of the principal duties of an elected official is to stand publicly and emphatically with the intended victim.”
Rep. Smith is the author of the law that created the Office to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism in the US State Department, as well as the law that established ambassadorial-level leadership of the fight against antisemitism abroad.
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BRICK – Meet Poppy, an almost two-year-old wire-haired terrier who is currently looking for her forever home. Poppy is a sweet and beautiful dog who loves to run and play. She has extra high energy needs, so she would do best in an active household where she can get plenty of exercise and playtime.
Poppy’s ideal home would have a fenced yard where she can run around and play safely. She loves to be outdoors and would benefit from a family who enjoys spending time outside. Poppy would also benefit from obedience classes to help her learn some manners and improve her overall behavior.
Poppy seems to like other dogs and meet and greets are always required. Poppy’s wiry coat is not hypoallergenic, so it’s important to keep this in mind if anyone in the household has allergies.
Poppy is a fun-loving dog who would make a great addition to an active and loving family. She is ready to find her forever home and would love to be a part of your family. If you think Poppy might be the right dog for you, please consider adopting her today.
You can view this pet and more at jerseyshoreanimalcenter.org. They are located at 185 Brick Boulevard and can be reached at 732-920-1600.
BRICK – On May 24, the first ever Brick Township Police Department EMS Directors’ Cup Challenge took place!
Team 5310 vs Team 5311. Five on five competition spread over seven separate events. EMS Division Jeopardy, CPR, Triage, EMS call telephone, Quarantine the Covid, Yeet the sheet and Deal or No Deal bleeding control.
Team 5310 took the early lead and
led the competition 3-2 going into the last two events. The teams proved to be evenly matched and took it down to the last event for the winner to be crowned. Ultimately in the end Team 5311 pulled out the win by merely seconds in the stop the bleed deal or no deal event. Bragging rights go to Team 5311 for 2023, but everyone involved had a great time and they capped it off with a BBQ.
BRICK – Looking to catch some waves this summer? Recreation’s surfing and body boarding programs will help you learn the ins and outs of the sports. Whether it’s you are brand new to surfing or body boarding, or if you are just looking to get better at it, these programs are perfect for you. The only requirement is that you must know how to swim. So grab your towel, sunscreen and plenty of water and get ready to ride the waves!
Youth Surfing Adventure Camp
This 12-hour program is for novice through intermediate level surfers. Surfers will learn and practice ocean awareness and surfing techniques. The camp will have both land and water-based instruction and progressive skill building to ensure everyone’s safety and enjoyment.
Open to Brick residents ages 10 to 16 years old. Fee is $175. Camp runs June 26 to June 29 from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Brick Beach III.
Kids Body Boarding Adventure Camp
Body boarding - also called boogie boarding - is a great introduction to the ocean and riding waves! This 12-hour land and water-based program will teach your child this safe, fun and easy to learn sport. Instruction
topics will include equipment orientation, wave selection, riding techniques, ocean and beach safety, etiquette and more. Open to Brick residents ages 6 to 10 years old. Fee is $155. Camp runs June 26 to June 29 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Brick Beach III.
• Any parent or guardian who wishes to stay for the program must adhere to the Township’s beach badge and parking policies.
• Participants must be able to swim. If you have any concerns about your child’s swimming ability or fitness level, call 732-300-5115.
• Camps may be subdivided into smaller groups depending on age, ability and skill level.
• Participants are recommended to dress for the beach and bring daily sunscreen, towel, drinks, snacks and footwear.
• All equipment provided: board, leash, life vest and rash guard or wet suit (if needed). You’re welcome to bring your own equipment.
• They reserve the right to delay, postpone, change the amount of land and/or water participation time or reschedule camps due to weather, high winds and/or dangerous ocean conditions. Safety is our priority.
BRICK – Due to unforeseen circumstances, our speaker for June 13 changed. See below:
The Brick Township Historical Society will meet June 13 at 7:30 p.m. at the Herbertsville Firehouse, 601 Herbertsville Road.
Bonnie Leigh of Brick, a music prac -
titioner who helps patients by using music, will present a program. Historically many societies and cultures have used music to aid in relaxation and to help the sick. Admission is free and the public is welcome. Park in the rear of the firehouse and use the door on the right on ground level.
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LAKEWOOD – A township man who allegedly murdered his girlfriend was caught in another state, police said.
John Filistovich, 59, lived at a Thornbury Court home in Lakewood with his girlfriend, Betty Perry, 60.
A concerned citizen asked police to do a wellness check on her. Police found her body in the home on May 30 at around 12:15 p.m. The autopsy revealed blunt force injuries to the head, neck and chest along with asphyxiation.
Her car, a 2015 Hyundai Elantra, was missing, police said. It was located by Maryland State Troopers who found Filistovich on the side of the road near Salisbury, Maryland. He was taken into custody, and first placed in a medical
facility before being transferred to the Ocean County Jail.
Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer thanked the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit, Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office High Tech Crime Unit, Lakewood Township Police Department, Lakewood Detective Bureau, Ocean County Sheriff’s Office Crime Scene Investigation Unit, Ocean County Medical Examiner’s Office, Maryland State Police and Salisbury (Maryland) Police Department, for their collective and cooperative assistance in connection with this investigation leading to Filistovich’s apprehension. Charges are merely accusations until proven in a court of law.
BRICK – The 20th anniversary of “The Secret Gardens of Brick Tour & Tea” will be held on July 11 starting at 10 a.m. Tour seven gardens of Brick homeowners then return to the Robert Anstett Cultural Arts Center for refreshments, music, arts display, gift raffle plant sale, plus crafters and
vendors.
Tickets are $20 and are on sale now at the following locations: Added Touch Florist, Flower Bar, Tiny Greenhouse, Brick, Dwulet’s Nursery & Farm Market Lakewood, Purple Iris Flower Shop Pt . Pleasant, Shore River Gardens Manasquan
The carnival barking celebrities are relentless on television. They attempt to persuade you to call to check your zip code with a promise of getting money put back into your monthly social security check when you sign up for the XYZ Medicare Advantage Plan.
Extra benefits are touted over and above regular Medicare at no cost to you. The problem is the taxpayer price tag is enormous and quality of benefits is putrid.
A couple decades ago, Federal legislation was passed to improve quality of health care and lower the cost through Medicare Advantage plans. Insurance companies are required to report financial data to State regulators. Today, it is estimated close to fifty percent of Medicare eligible policyholders have signed up for a Medicare Advantage (MA) plan.
An investigative article was published in the October 22nd, 2022 The New York Times. It was reported that nine out of ten MA providers were found to have committed and been accused of fraud. These private sector MA alternatives were supposed to be better than regular Medicare. They are not.
The MA companies inflated profits and received more money from the Federal government by reporting many patients more sick (increased number of diagnosis codes) with these over-diagnoses garnering higher payments. The Federal government spends as much on MA payouts as in funding the Army and Navy. The $12-25 billion in overpayments are enough to cover hearing and vision for all individuals over the age of 65.
Federal expenditures for MA total more than budgeted for NASA, CHIP (children’s insurance), U.S. Customs & Border Protection, FBI, EPA, and the Federal prison system.
MA limits choice of physicians, specialists, and hospitals within a smaller network for coverage and payment. Additionally, policyholders must jump through hoops to acquire required care for their anomaly. Annual profit per enrollee for MA insurer is close to $2300. The MA program looks to pay out less money, restrict access to care, and gives providers a lower reimbursement.
For hearing aid benefits, an MA plan utilizes a third-party administrator. This company lowers the rate of reimbursement to audiologists to the bare minimum. This administrative company receives money from the Federal government through your
Medicare payment and your co- pay of $700 to $1000 per device, issues the hearing aids to the audiologist for your fitting, and 60-90 days later mails a service reimbursement of about 14% from the entire amount they collected. My own investigative inquiries with MA plans and administrative contractors, the actual dollar amount they pay is LESS THAN what is paid by medical assistance (MEDICAID) for the same service given to the indigent.
The MA model of providing hearing aids to policyholders encourages audiologists to get that handicapped patient in and out of their office quickly and sacrifices required care, counseling, aural rehabilitation, and computerized adjustments for patient success. “Best practices” are thrown out the door because dispensing audiologists cannot afford to spend the same amount of time for the 3rd party patient. The MA plan doesn’t typically have all manufacturers available and limits choice of product to be considered in patient fitting. Often it is a basic level hearing aid fitted with minimal care. From a business perspective, it is a churn and burn model emphasizing quantity versus quality. Hearing handicapped patients are sacrificed. Dispensing audiologists are forced to severely reduce service and time to patients. In the MA model, policyholders are forced to lower their expectations because this is a race to the bottom mentality where the patient is neglected in product and continuity of continuing service.
Out of the delayed and low reimbursement (below the medical assistance fee schedule), to dispensing audiologists, they must pay taxes, rent, utilities, office costs, and attempt to make a profit to cover a salary. The patient may have 1-3 visits included during the first year of service. After this time period is up, the provider is permitted to charge $60 to $125 to $225 for every single office appointment lasting about fifteen minutes. The MA policyholder/patient may think they are getting a deal in hearing benefits. However, they will pay even more in the long run or avoid seeking the required hearing care due to the future cost. Your Medicare ADVANTAGE plan may ultimately place you at a DISADVANTAGE.
Dr. Izzy and his Staff are always available to provide you with informative information about your hearing care needs. Please visit us at www.gardenstatehearing.com or call 732-818-3610 (Toms River/Whiting) or 609-978-8946 (Manahawkin).
By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
In the fall of 2022, I underwent surgery for hyperparathyroidism, a condition impacting the parathyroid glands responsible for regulating calcium levels in the body. I’m telling you all today because my story might help you too! The number one symptom of parathyroid problems is chronic fatigue. And here I thought I was just overworking myself!
The parathyroid and thyroid glands, despite their similar names, are distinct. While the thyroid gland primarily regulates thyroid hormones, the parathyroid glands control calcium and phosphorous levels, crucial for our muscular and nervous systems. Having a parathyroid condition does not have anything to do with thyroid disease. Again, the 4 parathyroid glands regulate minerals, the same ones that keep your bones strong, and your teeth healthy. The same minerals that conduct heart rhythm and muscle contraction.
I had secondary hyperparathyroidism, and to cure myself, I had to have a quick surgery to remove the benign tumors on the glands. It sounds scary, but it’s a pretty straightforward surgery. I was able to tape videos right afterward to show you. The video is posted on my website.
Hyperparathyroidism results from a benign tumor in one or more parathyroid glands, leading to excessive PTH (Parathyroid Hormone) production and often causing hypercalcemia or high calcium levels in the blood. Contrary to common belief, hypercalcemia doesn’t strengthen bones. In fact, it weakens them by causing calcium dumping from the bones into the bloodstream.
Thyroid and parathyroid diseases, though
closely located, impact the body differently. While thyroid hormones require iodine and other cofactors, PTH demands four healthy functional glands. Also, having one disease doesn’t automatically make you susceptible to the other.
Though parathyroid disease isn’t cancer, it does slightly increase cancer risks. The exact cause of this condition, specifically why a parathyroid cell forms a tumor, remains largely unknown. However, genetic predisposition is commonly observed.
Hyperparathyroidism affects 1 in 80 people, with a higher incidence in women above 50 years of age. Sadly, about 70 percent of patients remain unaware of their condition due to inadequate attention to detected high calcium levels. Most symptoms of hyperparathyroidism, like fatigue, insomnia, kidney stones, and bone pain, are tied to hypercalcemia. The severity of symptoms depends more on the duration of elevated calcium levels rather than the extent of elevation.
Surgical removal of the benign tumor is the standard treatment for hyperparathyroidism, restoring calcium balance and alleviating symptoms. This condition has a significant effect on a person’s life expectancy and overall health. Because I feel so much better now, I can’t emphasize to you the importance of prompt treatment if you have elevated PTH levels. Despite the challenges, and there were some, I think the surgery and recovery can immediately restore your health and vitality, as well as faster weight loss and stronger bones. If you’d like to read my complete article, or watch my video, visit suzycohen.com and while you’re there, please sign up for my newsletter so we can stay in touch by email.
(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.
By: Marc S. Galella, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates
Quite often I am asked to prepare an estate plan for an unmarried couple. In many cases they have been together a number of years and have lived their lives as if they were married, but for various reasons the couple cannot marry.
In some cases, they want to leave a significant portion of their estate to the other partner but at the same time they have surviving children. An issue that arises is that New Jersey still has an inheritance tax. The inheritance tax exempts spouses, parents, children and lineal descendants. In the case of an unmarried couple, the surviving partner is treated by New Jersey as a stranger and will be subject to the inheritance tax at the rate of 15% of what the surviving partner inherits.
So, if one of the partners dies and that persons will leaves all of their assets to the surviving partner the surviving partner would pay a 15% inheritance tax. However, what happens when the Will of the deceased partner divides the assets equally between the surviving partner and the children of the deceased partner? In that case, that portion of the estate passing to the surviving partner will be subject to the inheritance tax at the rate of 15%, but that portion of the estate passing to the children would be exempt
from the tax. If the Will directs that the inheritance tax be paid by the estate, then the share passing to the children would be reduced by the amount of the inheritance tax to be paid for the surviving partner. For example, if the decedent leaves an estate of $1,000,000 and divides it equally between the surviving partner and a child intending that each receive $500,000.00, the $75,000 inheritance tax would be taken off the top of the estate thus reducing the share going to the child. In the alternative, the Will could direct that each beneficiary pays their own share of the inheritance tax. Thus, in this situation the child would inherit the $500,000 which would not be subject to inheritance tax while the surviving partner would receive $425,000 after the payment of the $75,000 inheritance tax from the surviving partner’s share.
As you can see, it is critical in these situations to allocate the payment of the inheritance tax between the surviving partner and the children. The person making the Will has to determine how the inheritance tax should be paid and the Will needs to be specific as to payment. If you are in this situation, you should discuss with your estate planning attorney how you want the inheritance tax paid.
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Cemetery Mount - Calvary Linden, NJ. Grave for two persons. Plot C! Market Offer. Stan-T. 732-300-9888 or text. Saint Adalbert's. (25)
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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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Entire Estates Bought - Bedroom/dining sets, dressers, cedar chests, wardrobes, secretaries, pre-1950 wooden furniture, older glassware, oriental rugs, paintings, bronzes, silver, bric-a-brac. Call Jason at 609-970-4806. (t/n)
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Micromedia Publications is looking for a high-energy account rep to sell print and online advertising in Ocean County. Competitive base, bonuses & company benefits. Successful applicant should possess good communication skills & a desire to grow with the company. E-Mail resumes to jallentoff@jersey shoreonline.com. EOE. (t/n)
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Serves 4
2 tablespoons plus 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 pound spaghetti
Salt and pepper
3 tablespoons capers, rinsed and minced
3 tablespoons currants, minced
2 anchovy fillets, rinsed, patted dry, and minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 ounce Parmesan, grated (1/2 cup), plus extra for serving
1. Combine 2 tablespoons garlic and oil in an 8-inch nonstick skillet. Cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until garlic is pale golden brown, 9 to 12 minutes. Off heat, stir in pepper flakes; set aside.
2. Bring 2 quarts water to boil in large pot. Add pasta and 2 teaspoons salt and cook, stirring frequently, until al dente. Reserve 1 cup cooking water, then drain pasta and return it to pot. Add remaining 1/2 teaspoon garlic, capers, currants, anchovies, lemon juice, Parmesan, reserved garlic-oil mixture, and reserved cooking water. Stir until pasta is well coated with oil and no water remains in bottom of pot. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve, passing extra Parmesan separately.
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