2023-07-08 - The Berkeley Times

Wunder Nurse Thanked For Helping Crash Victim Five Years Ago

Hundreds Give Final Salute To Fallen Fire ghter

Gerry

By Chris Lundy BERKELEY

– Ger-

ald LaCrosse and Patricia Kunkle met once before, five years ago, under much worse circumstances. They met again just after the anniversary of the crash that almost took his life. And he’s sure her intervention is what saved him.

Gerry was working inside his hot dog cart der

Wunder Wiener on June 11, 2018. It was before 8 a.m. He wasn’t open, just doing some routine work when an SUV left the roadway and plowed into the stand.

The events of that day were fuzzy, and so much of it had to be told to him later. One thing that he was informed was that there was a nurse who had pulled

over to help him. He had a head injury, and was on blood thinners. He’s sure that she saved his life and he never knew who she was.

After telling The Berkeley Times that he’d love to meet her and thank her personally, the article went online. Her proud husband tagged her in the story. Their reunion was

sweet, and they couldn’t say enough nice things about each other. First, they walked along Route 9, by the original umbrella that has been waiting there for five years. Then, they made their way back to the trailer. Patricia was happy to move back; she got nervous with him close to the road. Everyone

By Stephanie Faughnan

BERKELEY –

A somber atmosphere engulfed Central Regional High School as family, friends, and fellow fi refighters gathered to honor and remember Brian Joseph Letrent, who dedicated his life to serving others.

According to the US Fire Administration, Letrent, a 34-year-old Bayville fi refighter, died of a heart attack on June 21, 2023.

A 2007 Central Regional High School graduate, it’s unlikely that Letrent ever anticipated his photograph displayed on the school’s outdoor marquee – or snippets of his life flashed on the big screen in his high school auditorium.

During the wake and funeral, an unwavering honor guard maintained a solemn vigil over Letrent’s casket. Bayville Volunteer Fire Department members

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e Of Jersey Devil Statue

Leads Down A Road rough History

By Stephanie Faughnan PINE BARRENS –

The recent theft of a prized Jersey Devil statue from an Ocean County restaurant has reignited a wave of interest in the history of the legendary creature. Accounts of sightings

of the “real” Jersey Devil have persisted for well over two centuries. The allure of capturing the elusive creature has even led to rewards being offered, and at one point, claims that it was caught and on public display.

According to popular folklore regarding the

Jersey Devil, the story begins with Mother Leeds, a woman who lived in a part of Galloway outside Smithville. She became quite upset after she learned she was pregnant for the thirteenth time. On a stormy night in 1735, Mother Leeds was sur-

rounded by her concerned friends as she entered labor.

During a 2014 presentation given to the Colonel Richard Somers Chapter, New Jersey Society, Sons of the American Revolution, Kean University professor Dr. (Devil - See Page 5)

Photo by Chris Lundy

LaCrosse hugs Patricia Kunkle as her daughter Olivia and Gerry’s wife Beverly look on.

Photo by Stephanie Faughnan Firefighters prepare to leave the funeral of their fallen brother, Brian Joseph Letrent.

Photos by Stephanie Faughnan Popular folklore points to the end of this road through the Pine Barrens in Leeds Point.

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took turns standing watch, with one firefighter stationed at the head of the coffin and another at the foot. Their dedicated presence symbolized the fi refighting community’s respect and gratitude for his service.

Amidst the gathering, approximately 30 fire companies, including 250 firefighters and other first responders, paid their respects to Letrent. Uniformed personnel, adorned with black tape over their badges as a symbol of mourning, lined up in a ceremonial salute.

“Brian has offered a lesson in his life to all of us in the lesson of service,” said Father Anthony Lipari, a Franciscan Friar. “I imagine Brian being welcomed first by his patron saint. Saint Florian was the man who saved Rome and became the patron saint of fire service.”

Two officers highlighted Letrent’s contributions to the Bayville Volunteer Fire Department and proudly spoke of their fallen comrade’s selflessness and dedication.

“Brian gave freely of his time and strength,” said one of the officers. “Risking at many times his own life and limb, without any thoughts of personal gain or glory to help others.”

“He labored very hard to make our community a safer place to live and make others proud of it,” the officer continued. “During his journey here, Brian helped reduce fires to a minimum. He has searched for little ones lost from home. He has battled the elements

Nurse:

Continued From Page 1 was happy to see that there are now barriers in front of the cart.

“They’re going to have to aim for me,” Gerry joked.

The two compared notes, going through what happened that fateful day, filling in holes in what each other knew.

Gerry said he doesn’t remember if he saw the SUV hit.

“I couldn’t hear anything. The sound of the crash was so great,” he said. Kunkle got off from work at around 7:30 a.m. at the hospital in Lakewood.

“I saw the white truck crash,” she said. She immediately pulled over to see if she could help. The driver was fine. There were two men sifting through the debris and they said to her “He’s still in there!” She couldn’t believe that anyone could be in that wreckage.

She had a bit of gauze in her pocket still from work, but that wasn’t enough. One of the men had a first aid kit in his truck and she went to work using that.

Gerry remembers being trapped but he wasn’t panicked. Rather, he was strangely calm. He knew his defibrillator wasn’t working, so he thought “This is it. this is how it ends.” When darkness gave way to light, he thought he was seeing the light but it was the debris being lifted off him.

He saw a hand coming up, grabbing debris, and he recognized the sleeve of the work shirt as belonging to Frank, who he knew was already nearby before the crash. His hearing started to come back because he could hear a hiss. He said “Frank, Frank that’s propane!”

during fierce storms and seen his community grow and prosper from the advanced technologies and equipment of the present time.”

In addition to his role as a volunteer firefighter, Letrent also served in the US Army. His time in the military further exemplified Letrent’s commitment to protecting others and making a difference in the world.

As part of the memorial service, the haunting notes of Taps reverberated through the air. Two uniformed Army representatives carefully unfolded the American flag that draped Letrent’s casket, honoring his service to his country. With precision and care, they folded the flag before presenting it to the young veteran’s grieving family as a token of appreciation.

One of the most chilling moments during the funeral was the “Last Alarm Service” dispatch, which evoked a deep sense of reverence in the room. The tolling of three bells, followed by alert tones and radio sounds, marked the beginning of the dispatch.

“Fire Station 17, this is the final alarm for fellow firefighter and Hazmat technician Brian Joseph Letrent,” said the dispatcher. “You have faithfully served your fellow men and left an indelible mark…”

“Your work on Earth has come to an end, and our Creator has called you home,” continued the voice. “You will be sorely missed but not forgotten.”

The dispatch concluded with the sound of sirens, serving as a poignant farewell to a dedicated firefighter who had made a lasting impact on his community.

After that, Gerry’s memories fade out. The next thing he remembered was waking up in the hospital. Patricia was able to fill in the blanks.

“When we got the debris off, you said ‘Hi. I’m Gerry!’”

Gerry was amused that he apparently introduced himself five years ago. He didn’t realize he had the presence of mind to hold a conversation.

“You talked the whole time,” Patricia said. “I kept you talking because I didn’t want you to stop talking.”

“Thank God you were there,” Gerry said. “I’m so glad you didn’t work overtime.”

Gerry wanted Patricia to meet his family. They were on their way to der Wunder Wiener to meet her.

“You’ve got to meet my granddaughter,” he told her. “You have given me so much pleasure just the last five years with her.”

His wife, Beverly and daughter, Michelle Schiel, gave her hugs of thanks.

“Words can’t...” Schiel said, unable to continue.

“It’s a miracle,” Beverly said.

Both of them were humble about their contributions.

“I was just a small piece of the puzzle,” Patricia said. “You’re such an icon for the community.”

“I don’t want to be a celebrity,” Gerry said. “I just want to sell hot dogs.”

Five years went by quickly, and yet customers are watching the days drag on. Seeing the new building go up have made mouths water with anticipation, like Pavlov ringing a bell. Even when the families were outside the cart, someone drove up, asking if they were open.

Gerry said there’s still no set date on the re-opening, as it’s tied up in bureaucracy.

Their conversation was punctuated by people driving by, honking in support.

“It’s a wonderful sound,” he said.

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Brian Regal provided more of the details associated with the legend.

“It was a difficult birth, and she screamed out, ‘Let this one be the devil,’” said Regal. “Rather than a normal baby coming out, a kind of horse-like thing with wings came out. It yelps at the astonished family, flies up the chimney, and disappears off into the Pine Barrens.”

“It then spends the next several centuries accosting anyone unfortunate enough to encounter it,” Regal continued.

A visit to Leeds Point confi rms that a Leeds family were prominent members of the local area. However, the road leading to their home is now private property. Others have reported that the Leeds house itself burned to the ground in 1952, and only its foundation still exists.

Kenneth Sooy, Sr., who has worked as Galloway’s Town Historian, said his wife is a Leeds, which further prompted his interest in the story of the Jersey Devil. He opined that a child born with deformities may have started the captivating legend.

“The child maybe occasionally got loose and ran through the yards,” said Sooy. “There was no television and no radio. People would just be sitting in the yard at dusk because it would be a hot night…Something goes scurrying through the brush; they might think it’s anything.”

Sooy said he believed the folk tale was actually attributed to Japhet and Deborah Leeds, but only because they had twelve

children. However, the dates don’t work out according to Sooy. The couple were also highly regarded in the community, involved in the church, and not participating in witchcraft.

A Historical Perspective

Regal suggested that the legend of Mother Leeds giving birth to the Jersey Devil may have little to do with the Galloway area. His feelings are the story’s roots come from religious-political clashes in colonial Burlington County. These disputes involved early New Jersey politicians, including Benjamin Franklin and Daniel Leeds, a prominent figure of the time who was ostracized by the Quaker community for publishing almanacs containing astrological symbols and writings.

Regal pointed out the picture in the opening pages of his second phase almanac displayed a dragon-like figure that may have led to the beginning of the Jersey Devil’s legendary creation.

Not only did the Quakers order the removal of Leeds’ almanac, but they also demanded that copies of his subsequent work, “The Temple of Wisdom,” be destroyed. Only one copy of the book exists in the United States and is a part of the Pennsylvania Historical Society’s collection.

“Leeds is on the receiving end of the fi rst major political censorship campaign in America,” said Regal. “This just devastates him because he joined the Society of Friends because he felt these people loved him and embraced him and felt the same way he did.”

The disputes between Leeds and the Quaker community intensified. Leeds decided to write anti-Quaker pamphlets, leading to his dismissal and public condemnation by the local South Jersey Quaker community. In retaliation, a Quaker named Caleb Pusey published a book called “Satan’s Harbinger Encountered,” suggesting Leeds penned his works on behalf of the devil.

Leeds’ son Titan ultimately inherited the almanac business, and Ben Franklin went up against Titan when he published his own almanac, calling it Poor Richard’s.

According to Regal’s research, Franklin decided to fight his competition by saying Poor Richard had consulted the stars and predicted Titan’s death.

Titan Leeds allegedly became very insulted and accused Franklin of being a fool and a liar. Franklin’s response may have also contributed to the origin of the Leeds Devil and, subsequently that of the Jersey Devil. The two may have been related but not necessarily the same.

In reply to the accusations, Franklin called Titan his friend, and said that he would never say horrible things about him. Regal called the ruse essentially a “smear campaign.”

“This must be the ghost of Titan Leeds,” Franklin reportedly said. “If you see Titan Leeds, that must mean that the ghost of Titan Leeds has come back to life as a sorcerer.”

In the winter of around 1905, Regal said peculiar footprints appeared in the snow scattered across the Pine Barrens, with an intriguing connection made by the locals.

These mysterious markings prompted memories of the notorious Leeds Devil and marked the inception of what would become the compelling tale of the Jersey Devil.

Regal explained that the proprietors of a Philadelphia “dime museum” recognized the public’s intrigue surrounding the elusive creature and sought to capitalize on it. Their ingenious plan involved painting a kangaroo green, affixing wings to it, and promoting it as a part of their freak show. In a bid to enhance the exhibit’s allure, they cleverly chose the name “Jersey Devil,” believing it would generate more interest than the moniker “Leeds Devil.”

Jersey Devil Sightings

Despite historical theories that challenge the existence of a supernatural being like the Jersey Devil, adamant believers persist in their claims of firsthand encounters. The legend of the Jersey Devil has become integral to New Jersey’s identity, with countless sightings and eerie encounters etching themselves into the fabric of local folklore. Many maintain that the elusive creature continues to wander through the vast expanse of the Pine Barrens.

Two years ago, Susan Wolf, a senior citizen from Whiting, fi rmly believed she came face-to-face with the Jersey Devil. The incident occurred as Wolf returned home after visiting her boyfriend at Deborah Hospital.

“It was ten o’clock in the evening, and I was on Lakehurst Road,” Wolf said. “There was a lot of mist in the air as I neared Whiting’s bogs.”

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S POTLIGHT O N G OVERNMENT

Berkeley Will Have No Municipal Tax Increase In 2023

From The Desk Of The Mayor

- By Berkeley Mayor Carmen F. Amato, Jr.

I am pleased to report that we will have NO MUNICIPAL TAX INCREASE for 2023! The Township Council recently introduced our 2023 municipal budget, which will keep our tax rate the same as last year. This is extremely good news for our taxpayers. As you know, between the sharp increase in inflation and the unique set of challenges due to the pandemic, it has not been easy.

Despite these difficult challenges, we are pleased that the municipal budget will keep the tax rate the same as in 2022. Barring any issues, I anticipate the Township Council will adopt the budget at a special meeting in July. This means we will not have to send out estimated tax bills, at a cost savings of about $30,000. We anticipate you will be receiving your FINAL third and fourth quarter tax bills mid-July. As customary, you will have until August 10, to pay your

August 1st (third quarter) property tax bill, without interest or penalties.

Keep in mind that the municipal portion of your fi nal tax bill, including our open space tax, is a little over 30% of your total bill. This is the ONLY portion of your tax bill under the direct control of the Mayor and Council. The remaining, nearly 70% of your bill, which includes county government, county library, county health, county open-space and the school district taxes, WE HAVE NO CONTROL over.

Some other good news to report is that despite the challenges I mentioned above, Berkeley Township continues to have the 2nd lowest OVERALL property taxes in all of OCEAN COUNTY and 31st lowest OVERALL property taxes out of 564 municipalities in New Jersey. I wish to thank the members of the Township Council, especially Council President John Bacchione, who chairs our Finance Committee, for working with me to keep the costs of government down. The average Berkeley Township homeowner will continue to pay less than half of the statewide average

property tax bill. That is a significant accomplishment we all can be proud of.

I am also pleased to report that Standards & Poor’s rating service has once again sustained Berkeley’s bond rating at “AA-”. In 2019, S&P increased our rating from an “A+” to a “AA-”. The rating affirms our stable financial outlook and is based on the township’s strong budgetary performance, flexibility and very strong liquidity. Once again, we are extremely pleased that S&P has recognized the extreme effort we have made to be financially responsive to our taxpayers despite these difficult economic times.

The introduced budget will maintain the same level of services that residents have received in past years, with the exception of public safety. We have increased the budget for public safety. We have hired additional police officers and have provided record amounts of funding towards our police, fire and emergency medical services to keep our residents safe and secure.

Improving quality of life, fiscal responsibility and providing cost-effective services will continue to be my top priorities. Together, over the past twelve years, we have worked to address the financial challenges, while continuing to make improvements that are vital to the future of Berkeley’s families and neighborhoods.

As we continue in 2023 and beyond, our

emphasis remains on long range financial stability, continued public infrastructure improvements and our commitment to providing the important services that our residents have come to expect.

Free Summer Concerts

Our Sounds of Summer Concert Series will continue on Wednesday, July 19. Beginning at 6 p.m., we will feature local talent Jukebox Legends singing all the great songs of the 50s, 60s and more. They will be followed by “Beginnings,” a Chicago tribute band. This is the ultimate tribute to this rock n’ roll hall band. The look and sound of this band will make you feel like you’re at an actual Chicago concert. As always, the cost of the summer entertainment is funded by community and business donations. Please come on out for a great night of entertainment and don’t forget to bring a chair. Refreshments are always provided by our local non-profit groups and organizations that use these concerts as their fundraisers. I look forward to continuing to serve as you mayor, until my term is up at that end of this year. It’s been an honor of a lifetime and I thank you for this privilege. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to email me at: mayor@berkeleytownship. org or by phone: 732-244-7400 ext.: 1203.

Bill Would Create $10M Fund For Volunteer Fire Companies

Capitol Comments

Senator Christopher J. Connors 9th Legislative District

TRENTON - Senator Christopher Connors, Assemblyman Brian Rumpf, and Assemblywoman DiAnne Gove have introduced legislation to support the financial needs of volunteer fire companies. The 9th District delegation’s legislation would establish the “Volunteer Fire Company Assistance Program” along with a special non-lapsing State fund that would receive an initial appropriation of $10 million to support the operations and sustainability of volunteer fire companies.

The concept for the delegation’s legislation is strongly supported by the Borough of Pine Beach’s governing body. The governing body of Waretown has also stated its support for the establishment of a fund to support volunteer fire companies.

The 9th District delegation’s companion legislation has been introduced as A-5570 and S-3925.

The delegation issued the following remarks:

“Volunteer fire companies provide

critical, life-saving services that communities across Ocean County rely on every day. It is also important to note that these dedicated firefighters save local taxpayers hundreds of thousands of dollars every year by volunteering their time and expertise.

“State regulations and financial strains can limit the ability of some municipalities to provide additional funding to volunteer fire companies such as for upgrading or replacing emergency equipment. Given the critical public safety issues at play, it’s time for the State to step up with a dedicated funding source to ensure volunteer fire companies are properly equipped to effectively carry out their serious responsibilities.

“Last, but certainly not least, we want to thank the governing body of Pine Beach for bringing this proposal to our attention and providing background based on the operations of the Borough’s own volunteer fire department.”

Under the delegation’s legislation, the Director of the Division of Fire Safety would be required to develop and administer a grant program to annually distribute monies in the fund to volunteer fire companies in the form of grants to support the ongoing operations and

sustainability of volunteer fire companies, including the purchasing of emergency equipment.

The 9th District delegation has also introduced companion legislation, S-1697 and

A-757, which would permit volunteer firefighters and first aid or rescue squad members to claim an additional exemption of $5,000 to be taken as a deduction from their gross income if they meet certain qualifications.

RETINAL DISTRESS

Sudden brightness in your eyesight may be a sign of problems with your retina. It can come in the form of well-lit marks in your direct line of vision or flashes of light that make things temporarily brighter. When the light flashes happen frequently and are accompanied by floaters (tiny black or gray spots that drift across your vision), they may be a symptom of a detached retina or pressure on the retina, which can cause vision loss if left untreated. Migraines can also cause flashes of light that last for over minutes, even if you aren’t experiencing any kind of headache pain. If flashes of light occur after any type of head injury, immediate treatment should be sought.

A retinal examination is where we examine the back of your eye, including your retina, optic disc, choroid and blood vessels. We may use special eye drops to dilate your pupils, opening them wider so we can see the back part of your eye. The effects of these drops will not wear off for several hours. Your vision will be blurry, and you’ll have trouble focusing your eyes. Depending on your job, you might not be able to return to work immediately after your exam. To schedule an exam, please call SIGHTMD NEW JERSEY SUSSKIND & ALMALLAH EYE ASSOCIATES at 732-349-5622. We offer evening hours most nights of the week.

P.S. Flashes of light or increased brightness are not the same as light sensitivity and have nothing to do with sunlight.

C OMMUNITY N EWS

Community Family Nights

BEACHWOOD – Opening Night Monday, July 11 at the Surf & Birch Park from 6 to 8:30 p.m.

Weekly on Monday evenings. Free t-shirts

to kids (limited amount). Weekly bingo, crafts, prizes, games & more! Weekly basketball challenge. Volunteers welcomed! Contact groma@comcast.net.

13th Annual Soulsational Festival

BERKELEY – For the 13th consecutive year, Music & Wellness will be joined together at the Soulsational – Open Air Market – which will take place at Veterans Park in Bayville on July 29 at 11 a.m.

An interactive family experience! Free admission, free kids’ activities, free yoga, free classes and workshops,

free music, free demonstrations, free family fun!

Local handmade goods and amazing services, delicious food trucks, treasure hunts, and so much more!

It’s a vacation in your backyard! Set up camp on the fields, spread out a picnic blanket, and stay all day! Build lifelong memories!

Beach Ball Blast

BERKELEY – Beach Ball Blast will be on July 21 from 5:30 to 9 p.m. at John C Bartlett Jr. County Park at Berkeley Island, 399 Brennan Concourse, Berkeley Township. The evening will include a variety of food trucks, vendors, and music by Jimmy

and the Parrots, who were named the best “Trop Rock” band in the country. Bring a beach chair or blanket. Disabled parking on site.

For more information, contact732-506-9090.

Emmanuel Community Church VBS

BAYVILLE – The Emmanuel Community Church Bayville will be holding their Vacation Bible School (VBS) from July 10 to July 14 at from 6 to 8 p.m.

Ready, Set, Move is a VBS experience that en-

courages every child to follow Jesus here, there, and everywhere! For children K through 6th. VBS is a time of learning about Jesus. Come join us each night for a time of friends, fun, games and snacks. Register at ECCBayville.org.

Grief Support Group

BAYVILLE – Help and encouragement after the death of a spouse, child, family member, or friend. GriefShare is a special weekly seminar and support group designed to help you rebuild your life after losing a loved one. The group is led by caring people who have experienced grief and want to help you through the difficult days ahead. We know it hurts, and we want to help.

Cost: $25, including a workbook for the entire 13-week cycle. (Scholarships Available). Begins July 8 to September 30 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Living Water Community Church, 333 Route 9, Unit B15 Bayville.

Register at: livingwatercma.breezechms.com/form/2f7a73. For more information, contact 732-797-0575, cminichino@livingwatercma.com.

BERKELEY – Free shows every Thursday at the John C.

Living Recovery Group

BAYVILLE – WALK Inc. believes everyone can benefit from a Life Recovery experience because we all have struggles in life, struggles with addictions, food, depression, anxiety, and relationships to name a few. You’ll be encouraged to see how others have found a new way of life with hope for the future through Life Recovery.

Living Recovery Group will be held every Friday from 7 to 9 p.m. at Living Water Community Church, 333 Rt 9 Unit B15, Bayville.

For More information, call 732-797-0575 or email admin@walkinc.org. To register, visit livingwatercma.breezechms.com/ form/11be24.

Nature Walks At Double Trouble

BAYVILLE – Join a park naturalist for a 1-to-2-mile nature walk on July 8 at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m., July 9 at 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. Ages 10 and up. Held sun or very light drizzle. Steady rain or thunder cancels.

No pets. Walk will start outside village restroom building.

Reservations not required – you can just show up. For additional information call 732-341-6662.

Packing House Tour At Double Trouble

BAYVILLE – Join a village historian for a guided tour of the historic Double Trouble Cranberry Sorting and Packing House as you hear stories of this former company town. Starts at 11 a.m. in front of the packing house on July 8. Held sun or drizzle. Steady rain or thunder cancels. Ages 8 and up. No pets. Please plan on

arriving at least 15 minutes before program start.

Registration requested at DoubleTrouble.eventbrite.com. Groups of 10 or more people must contact us directly to inquire about arrangements for a tour at least one month before desired date. For additional information call 732-341-4098.

Sentimental Cruisers Car & Truck Show

BAYVILLE – Sentimental Cruisers

Car Club presents “Return to Veterans Park” for their July 2023 Car & Truck Show on July 15 (rain date July16) from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Veterans Park, 489 Bill Zimmerman Jr. Way, Bayville.

Enjoy DJ music, food trucks, vendors. Dash Plaques awarded to the first 100 cars registered: sentimentalcruisers.net. For more information. Call 609-9716351 or email sentimentalcruiserscc@ gmail.com.

Substitutes Wanted For Berkeley Schools

BERKELEY – The Berkeley Township School District is looking for substitute teachers. The rate of pay is $105/day. If you have 60 college credits you are eligible to substitute in Berkeley Township Schools.

To apply, visit btboe.org. Click on: Board of Education; Click on: Board Documents & Resources; Click on: Employment Opportunities. Complete an Applitrack application.

Resident Celebrates 100 th Birthday

at a gathering

at his home with friends and family.

“We wish to honor John on his 100th birthday, as we thank him for all his contributions over the years to our community.”

School District Hiring Custodians

BERKELEY – Berkeley Township School District is currently accepting applications for full-time and part-time custodians. Visit the district website at btboe.org and click on

Board of Education > Board Documents and Resources > Employment Opportunities > Vacancies > Maintenance/Custodial to apply for a custodian position.

Yoga On e Beach

BEACHWOOD – Yoga On The Beach is back! Join on Saturdays from 8 to 9 a.m. at Beachwood Beach. Cost is $5 per person

(pay as you attend) and kids 10 and under are free! Dates: July 8, 15, 22, 29; August 5, 12, 19. 26; September 2, 9, 16, 23, 30.

Correction

In the July 1 story “Special Needs Prom Dazzles Kids Of All Ages,” one of the founders was misquoted. The correct statement about autism by Shanna Cermak was “It’s lifelong. It can’t be cured. It can be therapied away. You have to make the change for them.”

We regret the error.

Sunday Worship Services of Holy

at 10 a.m. &Wednesday spoken Holy Communion at 9 a.m. Christ Lutheran Church

The Rev. Dr. J. Francis Watson, Pastor 40 Schoolhouse Road, Whiting, NJ 08759 Phone 732.350.0900 • Fax 732.350.0343

E-mail: christlutheranchurch2@verizon.net Website: christlutheranwhiting.com

Photo courtesy Berkeley Township

N EWS

Students Win American Art Contest

SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE

In accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act, Chapter 231 of the Laws of New Jersey, the Central Regional Board of Education is going to have the following Special meetings to conduct interviews with candidates for the Superintendent position:

Monday, August 7, 2023

Tuesday, August 8, 2023

Wednesday, August 9, 2023

Tuesday, September 12, 2023

Wednesday, September 13, 2023

Wednesday, September 20, 2023

e meetings will be held in the Board of Education office located behind Central Regional High School at 509 Forest Hills Parkway, Bayville, NJ 08721. All meetings will begin at 6pm and the Board of Education will go into closed session. e purpose of the meetings will be to interview candidates for the vacant Superintendent position. Other action may be taken at the meetings.

Kevin O’Shea Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Student’s Art Recognized In Contest

BERKELEY – In the 6th through 8th grade category, Berkeley Township Elementary School students took 1st and 2nd place in the Bayville VFW Post 9503 American Art Contest.

Photo courtesy Berkeley Schools

OCEAN GATE – Congratulations to Jimena for being recognized by the Bayville VFW Auxiliary Post 9503 for her artwork that was submitted for the “Illustrating America” art contest!

Photo courtesy Ocean Gate School

AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino AC Celebrates 5th Anniversary

ATLANTIC CITY

– Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City celebrated its Fifth Anniversary today as part of “Hard Rock Day” in Atlantic City. Hard Rock used the celebration to reinforce its ongoing commitment to its guests, team members and the Greater Atlantic City community. Community leaders, elected officials and Hard Rock executives came together to commemorate the Fifth Anniversary of the grand opening of the casino resort.

“From the outset, the power of the Hard Rock brand combined with the hard work of our 3,600 team members propelled Hard Rock Atlantic City to become the most successful casino on Atlantic City’s famed Boardwalk,” said George Goldhoff, President of Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City. “Together with our owners, the Seminole Tribe of Florida, and our partners, Jack Morris and Joe Jingoli and Michael Jingoli, we are celebrating our hugely successful fi rst five years by saying ‘thank you’ to our guests, our team members and the Greater Atlantic City community.”

A $500 million renovation prior to the grand opening was the fi rst of many capital investments in the casino resort, which sits on 17 acres along the Boardwalk at Tennessee Avenue and offers more than 2,000 guestrooms and suites. Goldhoff said Hard Rock suites were recently enhanced as part of a $45 million capital improvement program, which also included an expansion of the number of slot machines to more than 2,300, as well as improvements to its 150,000 square feet of meetings space, plus additional investments in its food and beverage facilities.

Hard Rock Atlantic City is also spending another $30 million to attract top entertainment as part of this summer’s Fifth Anniversary Celebration, in order to cement its position as the leading entertainment venue in Atlantic City. Hard Rock’s summer entertainment lineup includes Kevin Hart, Keith Urban, Dan + Shay, Santana, Bill Burr, Sting, Machine Gun Kelly and many

more top names coming to Hard Rock Live, a 5,500-seat performance hall. In August, Hard Rock is bringing the hit musical, Grease, for a limited time, to Sound Waves. In addition to its capital and entertainment investments, over the course of its fi rst five years, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City has donated a total of more than $1 million to dozens of community organizations in Greater Atlantic City. As part of the Fifth Anniversary Celebration, the casino resort today announced contributions totaling another $100,000 donated to five community organizations.

“While music is a part of Hard Rock’s DNA, philanthropy is a part of our soul,” said President Goldhoff. “Since opening in 2018, Hard Rock Atlantic City has made intentional efforts to keep our charitable giving local, ensuring the residents of Atlantic City are our number one beneficiary. Today, we are thrilled to announce yet another effort that will have an impact on our community. We will continue our commitment to addressing food insecurity by donating $100,000. That’s $20,000 to each of five deserving charities who provide resources to some the most vulnerable and underserved members of our local community.”

Each of the five organizations received a check for $20,000 and included the Atlantic City Rescue Mission, Atlantic City Leaders in Training (LIT), Hope Exists Foundation, Jewish Family Services (JFS), and Veterans Haven South.

For more information on Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City, visit hardrockhotelatlanticcity.com.

Photo courtesy Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE

Jewish Federation Launches Online Form To Report reats

NEW JERSEY – Jewish Federation in the Heart of New Jersey announced it has partnered with more than 40 other Jewish Federations and the Secure Community Network (SCN), a safety and security organization for the Jewish community in North America, to launch a new, standardized online form for the public to report threats, incidents, and suspicious activity related to Jewish organizations, facilities, or community members. The form is available on the Jewish Federation in the Heart of NJ website at jewishheartnj.org/report.

“This new online reporting form replaces our original form but can be reached through the same web link as before: jewishheartnj.org/report. It is one of the many ways Jewish Federation in the Heart of New Jersey is continually improving and expanding on resources to protect the Jewish community,” said Amy Keller, Director of Security Initiatives.

“Together with the Secure Community Network, we urge everyone to report anything suspicious or concerning so the appropriate action can be taken.”

Jewish Federation in the Heart of New Jersey Security Initiatives support security needs at Jewish institutions in Monmouth and Greater Middlesex counties, NJ, through assessments and training, grant application and implementation support, communications and reporting resources, public advocacy, and incident intervention.

Information reported through the new incident reporting form is sent immediately to Federation security professionals and the 24-hour Duty Desk in SCN’s National Jewish Security Operations Command Center, where SCN’s intelligence analysts work with local Federation Security Initiatives using intelligence and information-sharing best practices to determine what people or facilities may be at risk, as well as what next steps to take. Credible threats are referred to local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies and Jewish facility leaders as needed.

“Protecting safety and security in Jewish life is an ever-increasing Federation priority,” said Susan Antman, Executive Director of Jewish Federation in the Heart of New Jersey. “Partnership among Federations across North America and SCN on tactics such as this new reporting form enables our highly connected communities to speed and strengthen individual and coordinated approaches to security threats, including communications with law enforcement, advocacy with elected officials, and the everyday practices of community members.”

“This is the first nationally standardized

incident reporting effort that ties together local Federation Security Initiatives and SCN as a national partner, ensuring that wherever someone is, there can be timely, consistent, and accurate reporting of threats, incidents, and suspicious activity,” said SCN National Director and CEO Michael Masters. “This is critical to keeping the Jewish community safe. In a world where threats travel at the speed of social media, this effort enhances our ability to identify trends and incidents across communities and work with security professionals and law enforcement to address them. Through a coordinated, best practice approach to information sharing, this initiative will help us more effectively and efficiently address threats and issues before they turn to action.”

The new form can be used to report in-person assaults or threats; suspicious persons or activity; property damage or vandalism; threatening or suspicious phone calls, text messages, or social media; suspicious packages or letters; spam and phishing emails; anti-Semitic or threatening flyers; or other similar incidents of concern to the Jewish community. Reports may be made anonymously.

The effort will also allow Federation and partners to better aggregate and collect information, providing more comprehensive and reliable data to partners in the Jewish community and in law enforcement. This is especially important given findings that 1 in 3 law enforcement agencies in the United States – representing up to half of the Jewish community – did not report hate crimes data to the Federal Bureau of Investigation for 2021.

The system was developed after careful analysis of the threat environment and a recognized need to ensure consistent, best practice incident reporting across the community, in line with national standards. The form was developed with input from key information-sharing, law enforcement, and public safety partners, as well as those in the nonprofit, academic, and private sectors. The form is designed to be compliant with federal reporting guidelines and constitutional requirements.

In an emergency, always call 9-1-1 first. If online reporting is not practical, follow established protocols to report suspicious activity:

• Contact local law enforcement and/or the relevant suspicious activity reporting authority

• Contact Jewish Federation in the Heart of NJ Security Initiatives at amyk@jewishheartnj.org or by calling 732-588-1817

• Contact the SCN Duty Desk at mailto:dutydesk@securecommunitynetwork. org or by calling 844-SCN-DESK.

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According to Wolf, she was traveling in the righthand lane when the Jersey Devil came out from some trees on the left. He came within 20 feet of her windshield.

“He looked me in the eye like he knew what eye contact was,” shared Wolf. “He was about 4 or 5 feet tall and was flying with long bat wings that fluctuated very

slowly. His nose looked like a moose nose.”

Wolf emphasized that she’s not the type of person to believe in conspiracy theories or anything outside the norm. Although the brief encounter frightened her, Wolf did not report anything to the authorities.

Over the years, others have claimed to have met up with the Jersey Devil and were startled by its piercing screams. Even before the appearance of unusual footprints in 1905, there were tales that Napolean Bonaparte’s

brother came in contact with the Jersey Devil on his Bordentown estate.

Weird New Jersey has a collection of Jersey Devil stories, including one related by Sonny D., who said he was at a drive-up in Bayville when an immense figure caught Sonny’s attention, sprinting across Route 9. It resembled the iconic portrayals of the Jersey Devil - a tailless, furless creature with visible ribs and an elongated head with short, flattened ears. Its towering stature

almost reached ten feet.

Meanwhile, located just a few miles away from the alleged legendary birthplace of the Jersey Devil, JD’s Pub & Grille proudly pays homage to its namesake.

Staff members interviewed at the establishment were unable to pass on accounts of close encounters with the Jersey Devil, providing no recent sightings or experiences to fuel the legend.

Nevertheless, patrons Jim and Barb Ryan have embraced the local folklore wholeheartedly. Their admiration for the Jersey Devil is evident as they adorned the rooftop of their home’s Tiki Bar with a captivating neon representation of the creature.

As the belief in the Jersey Devil persists, and the fascination continues to grow, the search for answers intensifies. Whether through books, the dedication of paranormal enthusiasts, or the spotlight of television shows, the legend of the Jersey Devil remains fi rmly embedded in local folklore. An enduring interest in the mystical creature has even led to the formation of dedicated groups determined to search out and uncover the truth behind the myth.

“I can summarize this whole Jersey Devil story with one sentence,” said Regal in an interview. “It’s not about a monster; it’s about the history of human hatred and fear.”

Regal and his Kean University colleague Dr. Frank J. Esposito have written a book called “The Secret History of the Jersey Devil,” published by John Hopkins University Press. It is available in paperback and as an e-book.

TOMS RIVER – St Elisabeth’s Chapel’s Gift Auction will be held on July 25 located at The Toms River Elks Club, 600 Washington Street, Toms River. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.; drawings start at 7:30 p.m. Only advance ticket purchase; cost is $15. limit 200 people. Call 732-831-4483 or 732-830-1425 for tickets. No one under 18 will be admitted.

We believe in a holistic approach to providing home care professionals from companions, home health aides, licensed practical nurses, registered nurses, psychotherapists and Care Managers. Our team is always available to assist our clients. We invite you to contact us with any questions you have.

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Hearing Aids And Water

CHRISTOPHER T. LILLO, D.M.D.

By now, you’ve probably heard that there are waterproof hearing aids. This is true, and they’re an amazing technological advancement, but most devices are only water resistant. This is made possible by a moisture-repellent nano-coating. It’s helpful but not impenetrable. Here are some tips to protect your tech from water damage: Want more advice on how to protect your investment in better hearing? Call us today — we’re HEAR to help! This may seem like a lot of things to keep in mind while wearing and caring for your devices, but the precautions are worth it. Over time, exposure to moisture can corrode the delicate electronics and shorten their lifespan. By doing what you can to keep them dry, you’ll save on repairs, replacements, and premature upgrades.

Avoid Moisture Altogether Remember to take your devices out of your ears before showering, hitting the pool, or getting into the hot tub. Be sure to store them in their own secure case rather than in a pocket or purse. The safest risk is the one you don’t take.

Wipe Them Down Wiping your devices daily with a clean, dry cloth helps clear moisture and debris. Audiowipes can be purchased from your hearing healthcare professional which is even a better option than using a dry cloth. This is especially important during the colder months when condensation is more likely to form.

Use Hearing Aid Covers These can help protect your devices from water splashes, sweat, humidity, dust, and dirt.

Try a Hearing Aid Dryer or Dehumidifier

This small appliance not only dries and sanitizes your devices as you sleep but can also double as their regular storage container. Hearing aids should be dried every night. Many rechargeable hearing aids incorporate a dehumidifier built into the charging unit.

Keep a Hat on Hand You never know when an unexpected rain shower might crash your outdoor fun. Having a spare hat can help keep the rain off you as well as your hearing aids.

Act Quickly If the worst happens and your hearing aids get soaked, thoroughly dry them and call your audiologist — don’t put them in a bag of rice!

This may seem like a lot of things to keep in mind while wearing and caring for your devices, but the precautions are worth it. Over time, exposure to moisture can corrode the delicate electronics and shorten their lifespan. By doing what you can to keep them dry, you’ll save on repairs, replacements, and premature upgrades.

Dr. Izzy & his Staff are always available to answer all of your hearing care questions. They can be reached at 732-818-3610 (Toms River/ Whiting) or 609-978-8946 (Manahawkin) or visit us at www.gardenstatehearing.com.

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

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Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

5 Ice Cube Recipes To Help You Lose Weight

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Drinking water instead of soda can be the fastest, simplest way to lose weight and improve health. Why?

We all need fresh water to dilute poisons in our body and filter toxins through our kidneys. When you become dehydrated with sugar-laden drinks, this filtration function gets harder. Blood sugar increases. Remember, water is essential to life because it keeps us hydrated. Having enough water on board can reduce the risk of migraines while improving energy.

Yet, despite the common sense aspect to drinking water and staying hydrated, some people insist on drinking tainted water that was perfectly good before some giant food company turned it into a liquid missile.

Drinking chemical liquids has become the norm. Millions of people worldwide choose to drink what I call “messed up water,” water that has been manufactured to contain lab-created dyes some of which trigger anxiety and asthma, various artificial sweeteners or preservatives, a few known carcinogens, as well as refi ned sugar.

I’m sure you’d be willing to at least offer your children a cleaner, healthier version of water if you knew how. So my intention today is to teach you how to make water prettier, tastier and fresher water with something cheap and easy like ice cubes.

I can show you how to make them me-

dicinal by infusing them with fruits or herbs. Then whenever you’re ready you can slowly tilt yourself in the direction of clean, pure water or fi zzy seltzer drinks. Changing from soda to water is easy if you want to. It’s just a choice, so try this:

Blueberries: Add three blueberries to each cube and freeze. When these melt in your water later on, you can eat them. Seltzer water is ideal. Blueberries enhance cognitive function, vision and cholesterol/triglyceride ratios.

Mint: Put a tiny sprig each ice cube. When it melts in your water it will add a minty zing and freshen your breath. Mint is great for energy and may improve digestion.

Strawberries: Use organic ones. Wash them and cut the stems, then slice thinly. Put a slice in each cube. Strawberries have 113 percent of the daily value of Vitamin C, plus a lot of manganese which makes your SOD (detoxification) enzyme work better.

Matcha: Brew some matcha green tea at half strength and then freeze it. These make beautiful green cubes and matcha infuses your water with EGCG (epigallocatechin gallate), which is a known cancer fighter and fat-burning compound.

Greens: Make superfood ice cubes out of your favorite brand of greens, I make mine at half-strength.

To receive more of my medicinal ice cube recipes, go to my website and sign up for my free newsletter at suzycohen. com.

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Huckleberry Pogoda, who lives in Medford with his family, was visiting the Barnegat Lighthouse on Long Beach Island recently. He was very impressed with the new paint job and the restoration upgrades. Special thanks to Clarissa Pogoda for sharing this with us! Want to see your pix in this space? Wanna win a prize? Email your Jersey Shore pix to photos@jerseyshoreonline.com and you may hear from us!

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Understanding Automobile Insurance In The Garden State

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

New Jersey offers two types of automobile insurance policies that may be purchased: a Standard Policy and a Basic Policy. A Standard Policy provides liability, uninsured motorist, and personal injury protection (medical) coverage. A Basic Policy only provides personal injury protection (medical) coverage limited. Protect yourself and choose the standard policy.

Liability Insurance insures you against claims made by others for the property damage or personal injury you caused while operating your vehicle. Liability Insurance protects you from paying money to someone from your own pocket. Your insurance coverage will pay any monetary damage that you are required to pay to someone else but only up to your insurance policy limits. Choose your liability policy limits wisely. Most people choose liability coverage of $100,000.00, but I recommend choosing at least $250,000.00 of liability insurance. The additional cost is usually nominal.

Personal Injury Protection coverage is also known as “PIP” or “No Fault” Insurance. The “No Fault” concept means that your automobile insurance will provide you with personal injury protection insurance (PIP) coverage regardless of fault. In other words, it does not matter who caused the car crash. As long as you were operating, using, or getting in /out of an

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automobile at the time of the injury then you are covered. The “No-Fault” concept does not mean that the other driver is responsible for your medical bills. Protect yourself and choose the standard $250,000.00 in PIP Medical Expense Benefits.

Uninsured /Underinsured Motorist Coverage (UM/UIM) protects you against financially irresponsible drivers. Sometimes people operate their vehicles without insurance coverage or with only very little insurance coverage, like those who operate their vehicle with a Basic Policy which was discussed earlier. If you sustain property damage or bodily injury and the person responsible does not have enough insurance to cover your loss, then you can file a claim with your insurance company under your Uninsured /Underinsured Motorist Coverage. This coverage protects you and your family by providing additional insurance coverage for your loss, but only up to the policy limits that you choose. UM/UIM insurance coverage should never be less than your liability coverage. Most people choose liability coverage of $100,000.00, so your UM/UIM coverage should equal your liability coverage.

At R.C. Shea & Associates, our automobile insurance attorney, Michael J. Deem. Esq. is here to help you with your automobile insurance questions. Please give him a call.

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Across

1 Swedish pop group with the 2021 album “Voyage”

5 Gels

9 Manhattan Project project, briefly

14 Moved smoothly

15 Country that outlawed alcohol in 1979

16 Home of the world’s tallest building

17 Throw hard

18 Disney title character from Hawaii

19 Like cellared wine

20 Group of apartments made of gingerbread?

23 Fall for 24 Convention giveaway

25 Card game with a Pixar version

28 Worship leader 31 Trio for Bergman

and Streep

35 Gang made up of very light eaters?

38 Keep hidden, perhaps

39 Skirt

40 Letter from ancient Troy

41 “Three Tall Women” playwright

42 __ chic

designer’s

66 Brownish gray

67 Folk singer Axton

68 Simple cat toy

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1 2022 Australian Open winner Barty, familiarly

2 Bummed out

3 Jay or oriole

4 Surprise the director, maybe

5 “Wow, I am dumb!”

6 Empire State county

7 Puff stuff

8 Elitist

9 Rolls with the punches

10 Taps, say

11 Tony’s cousin

12 Tailless pet

13 Not insignificant

21 Complete a LEGO set

22 Synthesizer pioneer 25 Kabayaki fish

26 Bond player in the original “Casino Royale”

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SOLUTIONS

27 Yamaha products

29 Pretentious

30 Heat setting?

32 “Three Billboards ...

“ actress Cornish

33 Sailing hazards

34 Quite expensive

36 Two-piece piece

37 Remnants in a crayon box

41 Sacred stand

43 Tesla, e.g.

44 Hush-hush

46 Pre-election event

50 Superhero who taps into the Speed Force

52 Hot

53 Mother of BeyoncŽ and Solange Knowles

54 Trattoria sauce

55 Unoriginal reply

56 DVD holder

57 Special glow

58 Management level

59 I.M. Pei’s alma mater

62 Score half

CROSSWORD PUZZLE S

Omarr’s Astrological Forecast

For the week of july 8 - july 14

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): You may be feeling like you have dug yourself into a hole and could be expecting people to crowd around and fill it in. Listen to others and you can understand their true feelings. Try not to take people for granted.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) : Now may be the time to start looking at broadening your horizons or finding a new place to spend your time. Networking with colleagues or reaching out to someone outside your normal circles could pay off later.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You might feel a relationship has put you in a tough spot, but pride could be holding you back from telling the truth. It may be time to put more effort into a side gig so you can cover your financial commitments.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): If you are feeling confused by your choices or actions right now, it’s time to sit down, reflect and do some self-inquiry. Figure out what you really, really want and need and go forward accordingly.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) : Everything comes down to doing the work to keep getting better. If you have talent but are feeling rusty you could be envious of others’ success. Instead of being discouraged, practice enough to restore your own mastery.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) : Words can sometimes prove to be tricky. What you meant could be mistranslated upon delivery. Common phrases for you may be foreign languages to others, rather than hope they understand, strive to be as clear as possible.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Judging

a book by its cover no matter how pretty or interesting cannot give you an accurate idea of the contents within. Be honest about your abilities and you can prove who you really are and what you have to offer.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You may be feeling like your identity is tied to your career, your partner or your fashion sense. You have always been more than that. The true, unvarnished, original person you are is waiting for her chance to shine.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) : You deserve unconditional love and may want to reflect it back on loved ones. If you find yourself in a squabble, remember that regardless of history, you might need to stay calm to reach a solution everyone can respect.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) : You can be capable of all the necessary precisions but could end up distracted by your own emotions at times. Thorough research may help you to better understand the questions and help you find more meaningful answers.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Games of chance may have the same odds no matter how you play the game. The only way to improve your chances is to alter the timing. Try to be cautious about spending right now, you might need your rainy-day fund someday.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Well-intentioned commentary may feel like an attack right now. Listen to what they have to say and try not to take things personally. What they have to say could be the steps you need to take to reach your full potential.

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