2023-08-19 - The Toms River Times

Toms River East Li le Leaguers Get Heroes Welcome A er Championships

Man’s Heart A ack Shows Need For More EMS Coverage

By Stephanie Faughnan LAVALLETTE

– Everyone likes a story with a happy ending, and this one is no exception. A barrier island man’s recent brush with death turned

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By Chris Christopher

TOMS RIVER

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It was a perfect day for baseball - sunny with temperatures in the mid-80s, low humidity and a pleasant breeze.

And it was a perfect day to honor the Toms River East Little League All-Star team, which enjoyed a near perfect summer.

There was a third-place finish in the United States in the 13-under Little League Intermediate (50/70) Baseball World Series at Max Bayer Park in Livermore, Calif., a San Francisco suburb. There was a

fifth-place finish in the world and a 2-2 record in the Series. There was an Eastern Regional championship. There was a New Jersey state championship. There was a Section III championship. There was a District 18 championship. And there was a 15-2 overall record. The team was honored with a parade which began at the East Dover Fire Company on Fischer Boulevard and ended at the Toms River East Little League Sports Complex. Leading the parade was a Toms River Township Police Department squad car. The team (Championships - See Page 4)

Jersey Shore Shell Art Travels Worldwide

By Alyssa Riccardi JERSEY SHORE

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What started out as a part-time hobby collecting shells at the beach has grown into a worldwide phenomenon of colorful, decorated shells.

“I’ve always liked to do beach walks and pick up anything interesting on the beach. At one point I had so

many shells my husband asked me what I was going to do with all of them,” Carrissa Caramico Chapkowski said. “I decided to paint them and give them away. It defi nitely gave me an excuse to do more beach walks.”

Carrissa started painting shells four years ago and decided to share her ideas by creating a

Facebook page called “Jersey Shore Shells.”

Carrissa said she fi rst had the idea after coming across a similar group in Florida.

“I vacation in Florida once a year and I thought it would be nice to paint shells not just one week out of the year, but for the entire year. I thought

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School Board Candidates Named

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER

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The deadline to be on the ballot for the Board of Education election has passed, and the playing field has five candidates competing for three, three-year terms.

School board elections are nonpartisan, in theory anyway. That means that candidates can’t say that they are the Republican choice or the Democrat choice. Instead, they are al-

lowed a short slogan. Ashley Lamb, Diane Oxley, and Paola Pascarella are running under the slogan Vote Common Sense. James Capone and LeRoy J. Marshall are running under the slogan For The Students.

Lamb is the only incumbent in the race. The other two board members whose terms are up at the end of the year are not running for re-election. One of them is Lisa Contessa.

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Photo courtesy Linda Torino Neil Torino poses with Paramedics Charles Lively and Dennis Smith who helped save his life.

Photo courtesy Kevin Prefer/ Jerseypics.com

The Toms River East Little League All-Star team.

Photo courtesy Kathy Kenny Kathy Kenny’s granddaughter started painting shells and now hide them all over NJ.

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rode atop an East Dover Fire Company No.4 Station 28 fire truck. A ceremony followed at Gaynor Field, named for Mike Gaynor, manager of the Toms River East American All-Star team which won the Little League World Series in 1998 in South Williamsport, Pa.

The 2023 team left the truck and entered the field where it exchanged fist bumps with league president Tommy Noone. The team posed for numerous photos.

Noone spoke briefly, congratulating the team.

“First and foremost,” he said, “congratulations. Congratulations to this group of boys. They worked very hard for this.”

A colorful sign containing the names of the team members and the history of the team was unveiled. Team members received personalized posters.

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Manager Mike Mendes, who competed in football under legendary coach Warren Wolf at Brick Township High School and played baseball for the Green Dragons, followed, stating, “I am pretty much also at a loss for words. I am extremely proud of the team’s hard work and dedication. They gave up another summer for baseball. We went from hanging out to going on a plane to California. We received texts that said, ‘Congratulations. Keep it going.’

“The boys played on ESPN+. The bars were packed with people watching the team play. The boys were on national television. Their hometown supported them very much. It was very much appreciated. You guys deserve this sign and more.”

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“This team was successful because of its chemistry. The boys have played together for a long time since they were young and it definitely helps them. They know each other and everyone plays the same position. Our pitching greatly improved over the year. We played in a lot of one-run games. That comes down to good defense and good pitching.”

Center fielder-pitcher Brady Gillen of the 2023 team told the media after the events, “We have been with each other for a while. We have always had success. We have always listened to our coaches. Everyone knows our name across New Jersey, across the nation and across the world. We had a swift style of play. We had a lot of power. We had a lot of speed. We had a lot of big hitters who came through at crunch time. I felt we would do as well as we did. We believed in ourselves and in our coaches. We felt we would make it to California. “We played to the end. We played tough teams to beat from start to finish. We were respectful. We talked no smack. We respected our opponents. We just played our game.”

Speaking to the media after the events, manager Mendes said, “We did so well because they are a team. They are friends off the field and are real supportive of each other. We told them at the start of the tournament season, ‘If you want to go far, you have to support each

other.’ I will take luck all day long. A baseball bouncing four inches one way or the other could wind up being the difference in the game. There is definitely some luck in competition.

“From the beginning, we talked about responsibility in baseball and in life. We told the boys, ‘It’s not what happens to us. It’s how we respond.’ For the most part, the kids responded pretty positively. I would like to see this team leave a legacy as one of a complete team. In every game, there was a new hero. In each win, a different kid was a hero. It’s a team sport. The best team wins as you can tell by our record.”

The team won the District 18 title 13-5 over Beachwood at the Barnegat Little League. It captured Section III, downing Lincroft 3-2 at the Middletown Little League. It won the state title 1-0 over Stafford at the Middletown Little League. It bested a Pennsylvania team 4-3 to win the Eastern Regional title at the Dover Little League in Delaware. In All-Star play, the pitcher’s mound was 50 feet from home plate. Bases were 70 feet apart.

Third baseman Jake Gallagher played big biceps baseball against Beachwood, blasting a two-run home run and a three-run homer in the same inning.

“He is a big kid with a lot of strength in his legs,” manager Mendes said.

Second baseman Michael Mendes batted .250. Other team members were shortstop Jayce Cappello, outfielder-pitcher Tyler Todaro, first baseman-pitcher Logan Macchia, first baseman-pitcher-outfielder Christian Mascaro, catcher Ryan McHugh, outfielder Bryce Tomitz, pitcher Deklin Sloan, first baseman Stan Citkowicz and outfielder J.R. Moltz. Gallagher, who hit three homers and one double in All-Star play overall, drove in eight runs and batted .389. Cappello hit .311 and added one homer and one double and drove in six runs. Todaro batted .312. He struck out six hitters in 11 innings. Macchia batted .333. He hit two homers and one double. He drove in nine runs.

Mascaro slugged three homers and three doubles. He drove in eight runs. McHugh batted .561 and hit one homer, two triples and four doubles and knocked in 13 runs. Tomitz batted .326 and hit two homers and five doubles. He drove in 11 runs. Sloan drove in four runs and whiffed nine in 15 innings. Gillen batted .351, hit two doubles and drove in four runs. He struck out two in two innings. Moltz batted .267.

In a four-hitter against Stafford, Mascaro struck out 10 and walked two. He tossed 97 pitches, including 70 for strikes. He stroked two hits in three at-bats and scored one run.

In a 3-2 nine-inning win over the Nutley America East Little League All-Stars in the state semifinals, Macchia whiffed 15 and allowed two runs, including one earned, on three hits. He walked none. Of his 99 pitches, 71 were strikes. Todaro pitched a perfect ninth. He threw five pitches, including three for strikes. Mendes is the director of guidance operations in the Freehold Regional High School District. His coaches were George Gallagher, a New Jersey State Police Trooper, and Ed Todaro, a teacher at the Tinton Falls Middle School. Mendes noted the team has won five district titles, three sectional titles, two state championships and one Eastern Regional crown.

“I am just proud of the kids and the All-Stars,” manager Mendes said.

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into triumph thanks to quick responders and top-tier medical care.

However, Neil Torino’s tale of survival has left his wife Linda with a sobering realization. She submits that timing is everything. The outcome could have been tragic if a heart attack had struck her husband just a few hours earlier.

During the summer, an ambulance is stationed on the barrier islands between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Linda fi rmly believes Neil owes his life to the fact that his close call unfolded within the ambulance service’s active hours. This conviction has motivated Linda to champion the critical value of swift medical assistance and emphasize the necessity for round-the-clock emergency services.

Linda recounted the discovery of her husband’s heart condition in 2016. Neil’s cardiologist initially perceived Neil’s physical condition as unremarkable and noted his positive track record with regular cardiac assessments.

“I had heard that a cardiac CT scan was the most comprehensive test for the heart and asked the doctor to order one,” shared Linda. “He told me he didn’t think it was indicated and wasn’t sure the insurance company would pay for it. I insisted.”

As it turned out, Linda’s persistence paid off. The CT scan revealed some troublesome areas, and Neil was promptly set up for catheterization and potential placement of a couple of stents. It turns out the problem was worse than expected. Neil had three

blockages and needed open heart surgery.

Since the surgery seven years ago, Neil has been under the regular care of his cardiologist in north Jersey. More recently, Neil’s blood pressure started to rise, and the couple figured it was due to stress at work. Neil also noticed that he became increasingly fatigued and couldn’t fi nish his workout routines.

Again, the regular cardiac assessments came back without any issues. In retrospect, Linda can’t help but wonder if she should have pressed for another cardiac CT scan.

Neil’s retirement from his job in April left him with less stress. With the summer months coming, the couple looked forward to spending time at their shore house in Lavallette. On June 10 at 9 a.m., Linda was upstairs when she heard a strange noise.

“My husband was outside digging a tree,” Linda said. “Apparently, the exertion of digging out a tree is very similar to shoveling snow. People have heart attacks and die.”

According to Linda, Neil felt weak and ready to pass out. He somehow made it into the house and slid himself to the floor. Linda heard a strange sound and came down to fi nd Neil had somehow made it up onto a chair. One look at her husband, and she knew he was in trouble.

Neil told his wife that he couldn’t catch his breath. A call to 911 resulted in an ambulance marked Toms River emergency services arriving within minutes. The dispatcher stayed on the line until she was sure help was there.

Fortunately, the couple’s daughter was staying at a house right up the street and

was able to drive her mother to follow the ambulance to Community Medical Center back on the mainland. The reality of the crisis reached a pinnacle when the emergency vehicle came to a halt at the Acme in Ortley Beach.

“As we were rounding the bend on Route 35 to go onto Route 37, we saw them,” said Linda. “The ambulance was there, the Toms River paramedic vehicle and three cop cars.”

Linda immediately knew the situation had become even more dire. As she and her daughter approached the scene, they were directed to head to the hospital. Linda subsequently learned that Neil had coded four times in the ambulance and had been successfully revived by the first responders.

En route to the hospital, Linda recalled the last time she’d been inside Community Medical Center. Two decades had passed since Linda visited a patient, and Linda remembered she was not overly impressed. The memories heightened her concerns about the care her husband would receive. However, Linda’s feelings changed almost immediately.

“This was not the same hospital,” Linda shared. “Everything is brand new, and everyone was incredibly efficient.”

During Neil’s open heart surgery, the couple had the advantage of speaking with their son, a medical resident at the University of Pennsylvania. That time around, they had the luxury of carefully choosing the right medical professional. However, in the current situation, they were faced with a crisis, and when Neil reached the hospital,

time was of the essence, leaving no room for extended decision-making.

Linda said the hospital’s top interventional cardiologist, Dr. Mohammed Haris Usman, came to speak with her in a small room. He said the plan was to take Neil for catheterization and possible placement of a couple of stents. Dr. Usman spoke with the couple’s doctor son, who advised Linda to sign the papers for the procedure.

The wait seemed indefi nite, but all turned out well in the end. A nurse who had been present in the catheterization lab during the procedure personally guided the family to the ICU waiting room. Linda recounted that the nurse became emotional herself while sharing how resilient Neil had been and highlighting the spirit of teamwork that united them all.

“I cannot sing the praises higher of Toms River Community Hospital,” said Linda. “I read online that the state of the art cath lab was just installed 18-20 months ago with a $2.5 million endowment. That’s what Usman had to work with, and he was also trained at the University of Pennsylvania.”

The frequency with which the doctor and the staff checked on her husband also left Linda impressed. Neil quickly earned the nickname “miracle man” and, fortunately, emerged without any damage to his vital organs.

However, Neil’s hospitalization came with another revelation. He was afflicted with an inherited condition known as familial hyperlipidemia, which had gone undetected until then. Left untreated, this condition can (EMS - See Page 8)

OPINIONS & COMMENTARY

Deadline For Political Letters And Elected Official Press Releases

It’s that time again.

With election day looming, supporters of candidates like to get letters into their local paper. It’s important to note that there are deadlines in order to make sure that your letter gets in.

In order to give enough time and space for let-

Storage Facilities Built While Homeless Have Tents

This letter was written in response to “Homeless Camp Forced To Relocate,” in the August 12 edition of The Toms River Times

After reading this article, as well as the week before in The Toms River Times dealing with the same subject, I’m disgusted that this problem still exists for the past many decades. In the end its all the same. These encampments get knocked down and people need to move on to find another place in the woods to live or I should say, to try to survive, which is something we’re all trying to do for the most part. Kudos to Toms River Police Chief Little for what he and Ocean County Sheriff Mastronardy are trying to do in getting some

ters, given the print schedule for our weekly papers, we will not accept any letters regarding local candidates after Oct. 22.

Keep in mind that the sooner you get the letter in, the more likely it is to run. After October 22, there will only be two weeks of papers.

The best length for letters

is 300-500 words. I will not publish anything that is crude, insulting, or makes false accusations.

I also tend not to run letters that are obviously workshopped. Sometimes, I get three letters in a row that are making the same point, showing that the campaign gave talking points to a bank of letter

writers. I’ll usually run the fi rst one I get, but not the rest. (Note to campaign staff – we’re pretty much the only game in town who runs letters to the editor for local campaigns, so don’t coach your letter writers. You are wasting time and resources.)

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social help to these encampment individuals & families. However, it’s not enough and never has been.

What these people need is simple. A place where they have an actual roof over their heads with a twin bed or bunk, small sink, electric, toilet, 2 burner stove, 4.4 c.i. refrigerator, w/HVAC system, and solar panels to cut electric use down to more than half.

Where would we find such a building? That’s easy. Has anyone noticed how many storage places are popping up all over the County for people to store their worldly goods? Has anyone noticed how many acres of woodland has been cleared for these storage buildings? So why not construct a storage building with 50 (more or less) 9 x 12 rooms to house the homeless? While we’re at it, have or contract Ocean

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Ride to be used as transportation to or near a workplace (well known there are plenty of jobs available all over) or to medical buildings (for those who need to see doctors for medical assistance or to get to social services).

How to pay for such a building would be the next problem. Instead of a question on a voting ballot for additional monies to be used for open space, put those monies onto such a building on a piece of land and check for any grant monies that can be applied for.

The people that use this building would have to work or be disabled enough where they’re unable to work. If they work, don’t go taking their social assistance money from them. Let them get the nest egg they would need to afford permanent housing (1st & last months rent & security). Give them 18 months in order to secure a permanent residence.

If building these storage buildings for people to store their worldly possessions which are just “material things,” then why can’t the same building be built for humanity? It seems to me that some people just have too much “stuff.”

I don’t claim to have all the answers nor am I the smartest person I know but at times all you need is to have a little common sense.

Robin Boggiano Berkeley

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Any candidates who

LWV Advocates For LGBTQ+ Students, Supports Educators

The League of Women Voters (LWV) has a long history of advocating for the rights, health, and education of children. Defending democracy and ending discrimination against the LGBTQ+ community go hand in hand.

We are gravely concerned with proposed policies putting students’ safety and mental health at risk and violate New Jersey’s Law Against Discrimination. Public schools are a cornerstone of democracy, and New Jersey should strive to ensure schools are safe, inclusive, and welcoming.

Proposals like this cause political polarization and are manufactured to divide communities and increase distrust in public education and civic engagement. Outing children puts them at risk for bullying, harassment, and discrimination and makes them vulnerable to self-harm and suicide. Numerous studies and data show forced outing is harmful, not helpful to LGBTQ+ youth.

This policy is part of a concentrated effort to undermine public education that includes book bans, attacks on sexual education, and rewriting American history by prohibiting accurate and necessary conversations

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about race and equity. The LWV cannot stand by while a small minority uses classrooms as political battlegrounds at the expense of students and our country’s future.

This is also an attack on public school educators and has driven highly trained, experienced teachers out of the field. It is time to say NO to these attacks, support educators, and stand up for children.

Co-Presidents of The League of Women Voters of Monmouth County

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Sharon Steinhorn

What Would Soldiers Think?

Do you ever wonder what our WWII servicemen and women - killed in action, forever maimed, dealing with PTSD in varying degrees and for various stretches of time would think about July 4, 2023?

These and all who served to bring down Naziism, the ugliest form of fascism and Japanese imperialism would be dismayed and angry to watch their beloved nation fall into the grip of a new form of fascism masquerading as a constitutional political party but contradictorily displaying fascistic thinking and conduct.

When exactly did Republican leadership turn against

democracy in favor of oligarchy? How did the Party of Lincoln come to reverse its commitment to “form a more perfect union” and to “establish justice”...?

Was it post-911 when we officially endorsed and practiced extrajudicial rendition, suspension of habeus corpus, waterboarding and other techniques of torture?

Was the transformation accelerated by the “no Republican vote...not one” for the initiatives of a mixed race president as he struggled with two inherited wars and a crashing economy? How could any party be so hard-hearted and stiff-necked as the GOP had become?

Even now, facts and evidence about the crimes of their true leader Donald Trump are simply ignored or discounted, as were the crimes of so many other cult leaders of the past and present.

I think it better that the millions of Americans who fought and suffered for the future of America - that is, us - have no consciousness at all, rather than having to witness this march to American Fascism!

Remember how Adolf Hitler cleverly perverted the democratic, Christian nation of Germany and forged it into the hell on Earth it became! Shame on those supporting this surge to fascist dictatorship!

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Legislators Slam Murphy’s Energy Policy

CAPITOL COMMENTS

10th Legislative District

Senator Jim Holzapfel Assemblyman Greg McGuckin

TRENTON - Senator Jim Holzapfel and Assemblymen Greg McGuckin and John Catalano (all R-10 th) warned that Governor Murphy’s extreme energy policies that would ban affordable natural gas will drive up energy costs for utility payers and make the state more unaffordable for low- and middle-income families.

“Governor Murphy’s extreme energy plan is a complete upheaval of our energy portfolio in favor of expensive offshore wind that will raise costs for utility payers in the Garden State. Sadly, Governor Murphy has shown no interest in working across the aisle to diversify our energy

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heighten the risk of heart attacks as blood encounters difficulties moving through blood vessels. Thankfully, Neil is now under medication to address this situation.

Linda and Neil are both extremely grateful for the care they received starting with the initial call to 911 and to each and every professional that helped save Neil’s life. However, Linda still wonders what would have happened if the ambulance didn’t

portfolio in a way that benefits not only the environment, but taxpayers too,” said Sen. Holzapfel.

“In fact, Governor Murphy and Trenton Democrats wasted $1 billion to bail out Orsted for the sake of keeping their misplaced energy priorities alive instead of giving that money back to utility customers. The Garden State needs safe, reliable, and affordable energy options that reduce costs rather than raise them.”

At the expense of New Jersey taxpayers, Governor Murphy approved a $1 billion bailout for Orsted, a Danish energy company that is owned by the Danish government, for the purpose of developing costly wind turbines off the coast of the Garden State. Rhode Island had similar complications with Orsted over development costs, but opted to walk away from the deal as the proposed project was not in the best

respond as quickly as it did. She plans to submit a petition to Toms River authorities asking for round-the-clock coverage on the barrier islands.

Ambulance Coverage

Like most Ocean County towns, volunteers ride the ambulances within their communities. Volunteerism was already experiencing a decline well before COVID struck.

The problem hits home for Toms River Councilman Kevin Geoghegan. He first be-

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interest of their taxpayers.

“While Governor Murphy sits atop his ivory tower picking winners and losers to advance his extreme energy master plan he is ignoring the reality of low- and middle-income families. Taxpayers simply cannot afford the estimated $1.4 trillion price tag associated with electrifying their homes and businesses by replacing their natural gas stoves, furnaces, and hot water heaters,” said Asm. McGuckin. “The reality of Governor Murphy’s proposed ban on natural gas is that it would lead to higher costs and fewer options at the expense of homeowners and businesses. Governor Murphy shouldn’t dictate how New Jerseyans heat their homes or cook their food.” A proposal was crafted that could lead to affordable natural gas being phased out in New Jersey. The building decarbonization plan could force millions of homeowners to fully electrify their homes and replace their natural gas appliances and mechanical systems.

came a volunteer with Silverton EMS when he was just 16 years old and a paramedic at age 18. Geoghegan is a retired Toms River police sergeant who created the township’s EMS program in 2002.

More than two decades later, Geoghegan said there are fewer paramedic units and paramedics in Ocean County. Meanwhile, the population has dramatically increased.

“The biggest issue is EMS is not a required service in the State of New Jersey,” shared Geoghegan. “It’s not covered by your tax dollars. Towns must provide police protection or contract with the state police or another town, but they’re not required to provide fi re or sanitation either.”

Geoghegan said that in the past, two separate fi rst aid squads existed in the beach area. However, they closed due to a lack of membership and public support from the community. Again, not enough people were either interested in or able to volunteer.

“There is absolutely EMS service available to the barrier islands, just like there’s fi re service 24/7,” emphasized Geoghegan.

The problem may well be a delay, something Geoghegan suggested happens in every community. For example, ambulance workers can be tied up on a lift assist when

Governor Murphy also announced the fi ling of a rule that would force car manufacturers to only sell electric vehicles (EVs) in the state by 2035. Although EVs will be the only cars allowed to be sold by manufacturers, Governor Murphy said that consumers are not “obligated” to purchase EVs.

“The hypocrisy of the Murphy administration has shown no limits as he tries to force electric vehicles down the throats of consumers after using taxpayer dollars to purchase an expensive fleet of gas-powered SUVs earlier in the year. Why didn’t he lead by example and purchase a fleet of EVs if the environment is truly his number one concern?” Asm. Catalano asked. “Governor Murphy has shown that the rules simply do not apply to him, his administration, or other top Democrat officials in New Jersey. It’s beyond ridiculous to tell consumers they are under no ‘obligation’ to buy EVs after he’s taken away every other choice.”

a call comes in of a more critical nature. The gravity of the situation has reached a point where many towns have entertained the idea of employing paid EMS workers. Nonetheless, even paid ambulance services are encountering challenges in recruiting personnel. Conversations among Ocean County officials about establishing a regional EMS team have been ongoing for a while now.

“We are looking at the numbers,” Deputy Director of the Commissioners Gary Quinn acknowledged. “We are looking at three units, one over in the barrier islands, one in the southern end of the county, and one in the central part. At least, we’d be giving some relief for some of these towns that just can’t service these calls when they come in.”

Quinn said that the emphasis includes fi nding the right people, providing comprehensive training, and ensuring their compensation is sufficient to prevent workers from seeking higher-paying alternatives elsewhere.

“At the end of the day, if we can prevent the loss of one human life,” continued Quinn. “I don’t care what the cost is – it’s something we need to do.”

Toms River Fire Company #2 Ra e

TOMS RIVER – Toms River Fire Company #2 will be hosting a raffle with proceeds benefitting the company.

Donation is $20 per ticket. Winners will be drawn at 7 p.m. on October 3 on the Toms River Fire Company #2 Facebook page.

Winners do not need to be present to win.

1st Prize: Cairns N5A Large Black Leather Helmet

2nd Prize: Yeti Tundra 45 Hard Cooler. See any Toms River Fire Company #2 member in person to get your tickets.

Toms River Native Serves With U.S. Navy Helicopter Squadron

By Alyssa Riccardi

TOMS RIVER – Petty Officer 2nd Class

Christopher Ashenfelder, a native of Toms River, is serving with Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 37, operating out of Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.

Their mission is to conduct sea control operations in open-ocean and coastal environments, which includes hunting for submarines, searching for surface targets over the horizon and conducting search and rescue operations.

Ashenfelder graduated from Toms River North High School in 2018 joined the Navy five years ago.

“I joined the Navy because I always loved helicopters and felt I needed to do a job that can help others while serving my country,” said Ashenfelder.

“The lesson from Toms River that I have kept with me throughout my Navy career is to look out for not just my friends and family, but anyone who needs help along the way,” he added.

Ashenfelder serves with the helicopter squadron that fl ies the U.S. Navy’s MH60R Seahawk helicopters. The MH-60R is a “twin-engine helicopter used for anti-submarine warfare, search and rescue, drug interdiction, anti-ship warfare, cargo lift, and special operations.”

“The United States Navy is vital to national defense because we maintain freedom of navigation for the entire world,” Ashenfelder said

“My proudest moment was a rescue in March of 2021. We flew 26 miles off the

northwest point of Oahu at night. I was lowered into the water and saved a fisherman whose boat had capsized,” he added.

Ashenfelder said he is grateful to others for helping make a Navy career possible.

“Serving in the Navy means I have to sacrifice elements of my life that others don’t have to so our citizens can be free,” Ashenfelder said. “I would like to thank my wife, Lauren, for supporting my career and taking care of my family while I’m away.”

RUNNING TOWARDS BETTER VISION

Exercising regularly is one of the best things we can do for our health. It increases our metabolism, helps our blood flow, and keeps our muscles strong. What can it do for our vision? Several studies over the last decade have shown that consistent physical activity can help prevent eye-related diseases such as glaucoma, macular degeneration, and cataracts. Since those conditions are usually a byproduct of high blood pressure and high cholesterol, it makes sense that exercise would keep them in check. This is especially true with glaucoma as it is a result of excessive pressure on the eyes. Some research has shown that exercise can also help prolong eye health by delaying age-related vision loss.

Physical activity can also help people with diabetes keep it under control. That reduces the risk of complications, including diabetic retinopathy, the leading cause of vision loss among working age adults. To schedule an eye exam, please call SIGHTMD NEW JERSEY SUSSKIND & ALMALLAH EYE ASSOCIATES at 732-349-5622.

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NEW JERSEY TURNPIKE AUTHORITY PROPOSED OPERATIONAL IMPROVEMENTS, MILEPOST 80 TO 83, GARDEN STATE PARKWAY

NJDEP CAFRA INDIVIDUAL PERMIT APPLICATION NOTICE OF PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD

Take notice that the public comment period for New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) File Number 1500-22-0002.2 will begin with publication in the DEP Bulletin on August 16, 2023. e public comment period will continue for thirty (30) calendar days and will end on September 14, 2023. A brief description of the proposed project follows:

e New Jersey Turnpike Authority (NJTA) is proposing to improve Garden State Parkway (GSP) from approximately Milepost 80.2 to 84.1 (including Interchange 80, 81, and 82/82A) by improving GSP geometrics to meet current NJTA design standards where feasible. Other proposed improvements include continuous auxiliary lanes to better accommodate queuing and weaves; Collector-Distributor (C-D) roads (service roads) to physically separate local ramp traffic from the GSP through traffic; safety and operational improvements of GSP interchanges, ramps and adjoining State and local roadway networks. Additionally, improvements at Interchange 80 will include adding a new southbound entrance ramp to the GSP and northbound exit ramp to the local roadway network. e improvements will include reconstruction to approximately seven (7) bridges and several culvert pipes throughout the project area. Ancillary improvements will include replacement of guide rail, lighting, drainage system upgrades and overhead signing. Utility and NJTA Fiber Optic (ETC) relocations will be required at locations where proposed improvements conflict with these existing systems.

Any comments on the application referenced above must be submitted to the Department at the address below within 30 calendar days after the start of the comment period (August 16, 2023):

New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Division of Land Resource Protection

P.O. Box 420, Code 501-02A

Trenton, New Jersey 08625

Attn: Toms River Township/South Toms River Borough/Berkeley Township Supervisors

New Platform For Stronger School-Home Connection

TOMS RIVER – Toms River Regional Schools has launched ParentSquare - a simple and unified school-to-home communication platform - to reach and engage every member of the district family, helping ensure all parents and guardians have the opportunity to actively participate in their children’s education. ParentSquare is now available for staff and parents to use on their computers or mobile devices, although everyone will be receiving direct welcome and initial sign-on invitations in the coming days and weeks. By unifying multiple tools into one communications app and service, ParentSquare provides a seamless experience for parents and staff. Parents will be able to keep track of news, activities and events from all their children’s schools in one place. The district is confident that ParentSquare’s intuitive, two-way platform will foster greater communication and family involvement.

School staff and parents can engage in both one-to-one and group messaging with real-time language translation.

“Effective internal and school-to-home communication has never been more important, which is why we’ve made the transition to ParentSquare,” said Superintendent Michael Citta. “We’re looking forward to reaching 100 percent of our families no matter where they are, unifying all of our communications tools, and adopting a more consolidated, seamless, and fun platform on which to connect.”

The district has already developed a webpage dedicated to ParentSquare tips, FAQs, training and tutorial videos for staff and parents, and more for anyone looking to get a head start on familiarizing themselves with the platform.

For more information on ParentSquare, visit parentsquare.com.

Sailfest

ISLAND HEIGHTS – Sailfest casts off at 10 a.m. on September 9 with a special Reflection Ceremony to honor veterans, fi rst responders, and others lost during 9/11.

Then the fun, food and festivities continue all day with two different Sail Race

Regattas as well as the great music, art, crafts, vendors, raffles, food, beer, wine, kids activities, and other nautical things which thousands of Sailfest fans throughout the region have grown to love for over 30 years!

Island Heights Fire Company 50/50

ISLAND HEIGHTS – Island Heights Fire Company’s Annual 50/50 Raffle tickets are on sale now, get yours before they are gone! Only 250 tickets are sold and the grand prize is $11,000! You can purchase one from any Island

Heights Fire Fighter. All ticket holders are invited to the Firehouse for drawing on September 22 at 7 p.m., Lake and Maples Avenues. Raffle is in memory of Tim Cagney and benefits Island Heights Fire Department fire equipment.

Toms River Girls So ball 13U Divison Wins Championship

TOMS RIVER - Toms River Girls Softball League 13U Divison Team Otters won the Championship game. Their overall stat for the season was 12-0. Thank you to Coaches Angela and Frank Somma for a wonderful season!

Trackside Along e Camden & Amboy Railroad

TOMS RIVER – Train travel was an exciting improvement in New Jersey’s early 1800s, over-taking stagecoaches as a way of travel between New York and Philadelphia. The building of the Camden & Amboy Railroad and the arrival of the “John Bull” locomotive introduced a new chapter into New Jersey’s rich rail heritage. Rail historian John Kilbride tells the story of the C&A’s development, construction, and operation and its historic significance to our area. He’ll include the tales of the “John Bull’s” construction and operation, and its long and varied career. Eyewitness accounts of early travel through New Jersey, and the corporate strength of the C&A as it expanded its empire and the monopoly created in its relatively short history will be explained.

John Kilbride is a 34-year veteran of

Amtrak and has written or contributed to numerous publications for national railroad historical societies and railroad books. Previously, he served as treasurer for the Princeton, NJ “Save the (Princeton) Dinky” railroad preservation group and continues to advise local historians on specific aspects of the Camden and Amboy and Pennsylvania Railroads in New Jersey. Kilbride was awarded with the 2018 “Advocate of the Year” award by the New Jersey Association of Railroad Passengers.

This event takes place at Ocean County Historical Museum at 26 Hadley Avenue in Toms River on November 12 at 2 p.m. The speaker series is free; however, seating is limited! To reserve your seat, send your name, zip code, email address, and the date of the program to oceancountyhistory. programs@gmail.com.

What is a “Mom & Pop” Business?

A small, independent, family owned, controlled

operated business. It has a small amount of business volume. It is not franchised. “ Open for business in a single location.”

So if your “Mom or Pop” need the services of rehabilitation and nursing services, it just makes sense to go to a “Mom & Pop.”

Cats Available For Adoption

By Chris Lundy

TOMS RIVER – An adoption center with a free roaming cat playroom is open in downtown Toms River on Fridays from 6-8 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 1-4 p.m. and also by appointment.

Two litters of kittens were brought in recently, but only a few are left! They love to play and cuddle with each other, and would be great to be adopted off in pairs.

They are located at 34 Main Street (Route 9), Suite 1B. The adoption center adheres to COVID-19 restrictions and is run by the group called Lawyers In Defense of Animals. They can be reached at 908-9102522, or on Facebook at /lidarescue and on Instagram @lida_rescue.

Toms River Elks Drug Awareness Program Presents Spiritual Medium

TOMS RIVER – Toms River Elks Drug Awareness Committee presents Spiritual Medium Ada, on September 15 from 6 to 10 p.m., doors open 5:30 p.m., at 600 Washington Street, Toms River.

Open to the public. Cost is $36 (no refunds.) Theater style seating. Seating is limited. Sandwiches (included in price) will

be served prior to event, which begins at 8 p.m. sharp. The purchase of a ticket does not guarantee a reading.

Tickets can be purchased at the Toms River Elks on Wednesdays 5 to 6:30 p.m. and Fridays from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. For ticket sales contact Sue P. at 848-224-0171 or Josephine at 917-670-6962.

2023 Summer Arts Fest

TOMS RIVER – The Toms River Artist Community is hosting the 2023 Summer Arts Fest on August 19 (rain date August 20) at Washington Street and Robbins Street.

Enjoy 25 plus artists at the juried art

show. Children’s activities and plenty of awesome art. This is a family friendly, free event. This event is happening during Downtown Nights Out. Plenty of food and drinks available from the local restaurants, distillery and brewery.

Congratulations On A Local Engagement

TOMS RIVER – Cara and Alec are engaged! From playing alongside one another as kids in church, to now planning a wedding, God knew they were the perfect match long

before they found each other. Of the many bridges already crossed together, this bridge will lead them to a lifelong steadfast union. ACer always and forever! August 5, 2023.

Photo by Chris Lundy

Free Cardiac & Concussion Screenings for Kids

TOMS RIVER – Free Cardiac & Concussion Screenings for Kids Community Medical Center and the Matthew J. Morahan, III Health Assessment Center for Athletes, are offering free cardiac and concussion screenings for young athletes. Screenings will be held on August 19 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Register online at rwjbh.org/events/event/?event=35951.

Cardiac Screening: Open to the first 75 athletes, 6 to 18 years old. Concussion

Screening: Open to the first 75 athletes, 5 to 18 years old. Screenings are recommended to be repeated every two years. When preliminary testing to identify serious cardiac problems is provided to young athletes, sudden cardiac arrest and tragic deaths may be avoided. Ninety percent of sudden cardiac deaths in young athletes occur during or after athletic activities and hidden heart conditions are often the cause. This cardiac screening will help to identify children, aged six to 18 years of age, who may

require further testing or intervention.

The concussion baseline screening is for children, ages 5 to 18 years old. Having a concussion baseline study (ImPACT) can help identify issues in the future. Children five to 11 will be tested on an iPad which is much more game-like and makes the testing fun. If a child is believed to have suffered a head injury, this screening test may be used to evaluate the severity of the head injury and determine when it is safe to return to normal activities.

The screenings are being offered at Toms River Intermediate East with Community Medical Center and the Matthew J. Morahan III Health Assessment Center for Athletes, both part of RWJBarnabas Health. The Morahan Center provides education, evaluation, and assessment of sports injury and sports-related cardiac and concussion screenings.

For more information, contact Kristine Field at kristine.field@rwjbh.org.

Aromatherapy For Teens

TOMS RIVER – Educator and essential oils specialist, Danielle Boska, will provide teens with a rejuvenating and hands on experience with therapeutic oils and scents. Teens will leave refreshed with their own essential oils based crafts. Essential oils provide ways to relax, recharge, and rejuvenate the teen mind, body, and soul.

This interactive class will provide education, testimony, and tips on how to use Aromatherapy in the teen’s everyday life.

Class will be at the Ocean County Library Toms River Branch on August 28 at 6:30 p.m., and at the Berkeley Branch on August 31 at 6:30 p.m. Register at bit. ly/3DDDKVO.

Foundations Of Musical eatre

TOMS RIVER – The class held by exit 82 will explore the fundamental tools for the young performer. Creative drama will focus on scene work, monologues, and character development. Students will gain confidence and stage presence through theatre games and ensemble

building exercises.

Open to grades k to 2. Begins September 23, ends December 9. Classes held on Saturdays from 10 to 11 a.m. Showcase performance: December 9 at 2 p.m. at the Exit 82 Studio theater. Cost is $450. For more information, visit exit82theatre.com.

732.355.3315

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‘I can do that too,’” she said. “I had talked to the people who had created a similar Facebook page from Florida and I asked if I could copy some of their ideas they were doing and they were totally ok with it. After speaking with them, I decided to go forward and make the Facebook page.”

Carrissa has lived in the Ocean County area for most of her life, however when she recently moved to South Carolina, she knew she wanted to continue the page.

Since its creation, the Facebook page has garnered 35,650 followers and counting.

Jersey Shore Shells encourages those to decorate shells and write a message on the underside with the label “Keep or Re-hide.”

Those who have found shells often share their fi ndings to the page, or those painting shells do the same. Carrissa has listed tips and tricks on the page to help those who are interested. She emphasizes to never hide shells in the ocean. If you are going to hide shells in a store, get permission fi rst. And remember, anyone can paint and hide shells.

“It’s really about random acts of kindness. You don’t expect anything, you don’t really want anything in return. It’s just trying to make people happy, because if you give someone a little smile maybe they’ll do

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The other is Michelle Williams, who is running for council instead.

The Toms River Regional Board of Education has a total of nine members. Six are from Toms River. There is one member for each of the three towns that send students: Beachwood, Pine Beach, South Toms River. This year, there are three Toms River spots on the ballot.

This is going to be a busy election year in town. Not only are there three Board of Education spots on the ballot, but there is also the mayor’s seat and three members of the Township Council.

The Republican slate is led by Councilman Dan Rodrick for mayor. The council candi-

something nice for somebody else and those acts of kindness will snowball bigger and bigger. I want to spread that positivity,” she explained.

Her local initiative has now transformed to a worldwide affair. The idea of painting and hiding shells has gone beyond shore towns in New Jersey; it’s expanded throughout the entire state, country, and even internationally.

Pam Gregory, a New Jersey local, said she started painting shells after her and her daughter Sarah found one in Smithville. “We collect our shells at the Barnegat inlet. We have painted and hidden 11 shells, four have been found. My first was an ‘adopt don’t shop’ paw print and has changed hands three times now in New Jersey,” Pam said. One of their shells, which was decorated to represent the Pine Barrens, made its way to White Water State Park in Minnesota. The shell was then shared to the Facebook group and gained over 7,000 likes.

“I left it at Arney’s Mount in Pemberton, NJ. It was found by a lovely woman named Laurie and taken to Minnesota where she re-hid it. Another lovely girl named Hannah found it and her post took off ! It is being shared by many sites as well as people,” Pam said. “This group is great to communicate with other people. It’s a great hobby, and makes people smile.”

dates 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.

The Regular Democratic Organization of Ocean County is running former Township Committeeman John Furey for mayor, with Michelle Williams and Rhetta Jackson-Fair, a pastor at True Vine Ministries in Bayville, for council. A third council candidate, Kajal Lal, had won the council spot in the primary, but she has stepped down from the running after taking a federal job.

According to county information, September 14 is the deadline to replace a primary nominee for the general election.

Psychic Fair

TOMS RIVER – Psychic Fair presented by the H.C.B. First Aid Auxiliary will be on October 21 from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Holiday City West Clubhouse, 45 Cabrillo Boulevard, Toms River.

Tickets are $60 for 30-minute sessions (by appointment only). Appointments book up fast so schedule early. Money raised will be donated to the HCB First Aid Squad. For appointment, contact Madeline Wesolowski at 732-797-0686 or Madweso@comcast.net. Please leave message. She will get back to you.

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

others. He says what he has is truly a blessing.

Margaret Steele: Margaret is a medium who does angel card readings and automatic handwriting to contact your personal ones in heaven. Certified Reiki Master, who also uses crystals to perform healing sessions on people & animals.

Tori: Tori is a professional psychic reader. Has lot of experience. She does spiritual healing, card reading and Reike. She also is a hypnotist, but does not have enough time in a half hour session.

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

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

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Sound News

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

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

Arti cial Intelligence In Hearing Aids

Artificial intelligence (AI) is all over the news. Even hearing aids are getting solid press for AI advancements. It might sound like science fiction — but AI has been available in hearing aids for a long time.

Humble Beginnings. In 2006, the Centra hearing device hit the market. It included machine learning — your hearing aids learned how you adjusted a setting called gain (the level of sound boost needed). After a couple of weeks, your hearing aids would automatically set the gain to your preferences.

Fine-Tuning Abounds. At fi rst, gain adjustments affected all sound output equally. But tech advancements let you adjust different parts of the sound spectrum — and your hearing aids would learn your preferences for each. You had to do this for each program on your device. Then hearing aids were developed that learned your sound preferences and set them accordingly across all your programs.

Beyond Programming. Now, developers are trying to reduce reliance on

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distinct programs. One breakthrough, the deep-neural-network model — mimicking how your brain processes sound — constantly adapts to your environment, improving speech in background noise and listening comfort. Hearing aid manufacturer’s such as Oticon and Starkey utilize this deep neural network model.

The Next Horizon. Today’s hearing aids have embraced AI: One hearing aid combines nextgen machine learning with direct wearer input to optimize settings. Another keeps speech clear amid noise without sacrificing enjoyable sounds, like birdsong. Still a third has a wellness tracker, fall sensor that notifies loved ones, and digital personal assistant. As you can see, hearing aids have used AI for a long time to improve your well-being, hearing and otherwise.

Ready to see how AI can help your hearing? Contact Garden State Hearing & Balance Center at 732-818-3610 (Toms River/Whiting) or 609-978-8946 (Manahawkin) or visit us at www.gardenstate hearing.com.

Walmart’s Sensory Friendly Shopping Hours Commended

TOMS RIVER – Walmart, one of the world’s biggest retailers, got a shout out from the Director of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners Joseph H. Vicari for showing its sensitivity to individuals with sensory disabilities, autism and sensory processing disorders.

“Walmart has expressed a deep interest to be inclusive when it announced that it would dim store lights weekly to provide sensory-friendly shopping hours,” Vicari said. “I want to commend Walmart stores and the staff for doing this.”

According to Walmart, in an attempt to create a more inclusive shopping experience during the back-to-school season, the retailer is holding sensory-friendly hours. The sensory-friendly hours will allow customers who have sensory disabilities, autism and sensory processing disorders the ability to shop in a quieter environment.

Local Walmarts are offering this service from 8 to 10 a.m. on Saturdays through August.

Vicari said he would like to see more businesses follow this example.

“I am aware of some local restaurants that have begun to do this also,” Vicari said. He noted that the Ocean County Library system offers patrons sensory spaces at two of its branches – the main branch on Washington Street in Toms River, and the Jackson Township branch on Jackson Drive in Jackson Township.

Vicari, who is liaison to the library system, said the new Stafford Township branch of the Ocean County Library also will have a sensory room.

“This is an innovative approach to helping our citizens with autism and other challenges,” Vicari said. “The library sensory rooms serve as a centerpiece of our efforts to be all inclusive in the programs and services we provide at the library.”

“If we can provide a feeling of calm and well-being to our patrons, than we have helped make a true difference for them,” he said.

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Chlorinated Pools Vs. Ocean Water: 6 Things To Know For Skin Health

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Here in Colorado, they open our community pool in late May and it stays open for swimming until September. I only go swimming there a couple of times during the season, however, I use my hot tub pretty routinely, especially in the winter when it’s cold or snowy.

Exposure to the chlorinated hot tub makes my skin very dry, and sometimes itchy and “pruney.”

Today, I thought it would be fun to take a look into the effects of chlorine exposure and compare that to beach water since I went swimming in Cancun recently but had to get out almost immediately due to the sargassum seaweed.

Most swimming pools rely on chlorine as a robust disinfectant, keeping the water free from harmful bacteria and providing us with a relatively germ-free swimming experience. Chlorine very quickly strips away the natural oils that protect the skin, leading to dryness, dehydration, and sometimes an itchy, flaky texture.

On the other end of the spectrum, the vast, open waters of the ocean provide a different swimming experience. Historically, saltwater has been used therapeutically for its healing properties. But the high salt concentration can cause also dehydration and dryness.

Just like chlorine, the worsening of eczema and psoriasis is due to the disruption of the skin’s barrier function. That is after all the skin’s #1 job, to provide a barrier between the environment and the inside of you!

Certain seaweeds, like sargassum, present

unique challenges and again, I can tell you that firsthand. It wasn’t horrible, but it was sweeping against my legs constantly so while in Cancun, I pretty much stayed out of the water!

Navigating the aquatic terrain can be tricky, so here’s how to enjoy swimming and offset the potential problems:

1. Always rinse thoroughly after a swim. In many hotels, and certainly, at home, you should take a quick shower after your hot tub or pool event.

2. Hydrate your skin using a lightweight moisturizer.

3. Monitor any changes in your skin condition because if you’ve been swimming in a pool that does not have enough chlorine you will notice the rash, bumps, or redness pretty quickly and you can then receive treatment before it becomes full-blown.

4. If you live near the beach and you’re an ocean swimmer, avoid swimming in areas with sargassum seaweed. It’s mainly on the beaches that are Atlantic side.

5. If you’re prone to dry skin or itchiness, try a good skin care supplement that will provide skin-loving probiotics that are healing and soothing. I custom-formulated such a product called DermaScript.

6. There’s the problem of premature aging due to the sun’s UVA/UVB rays. Always wear sunscreen and a wide-brimmed hat to protect yourself.

With a touch of care and a splash of awareness, you can have the best of both water worlds. Happy swimming! If this topic interests you, you can read the longer, comprehensive article posted at suzycohen.com.

(This information is not intended to treat, cure or diagnose your condition. Suzy Cohen is the author of “The 24-Hour Pharmacist” and “Real Solutions.” For more information, visit www.SuzyCohen.com) ©2022 SUZY COHEN, RPH. DISTRIBUTED BY DEAR PHARMACIST, INC.

Wildlife Rescue 911 – A Frantic Mother Mallard In Garwood

Renee A. Thomaier

Retired New Jersey State Licensed

Wildlife Rehabilitator

It was an afternoon in August and the weather was hot and humid. I had just arrived home from work, changed my clothes and was ready to relax after my long day. No sooner did I sit down when the phone rang. It was a concerned resident

calling about a mother mallard (duck) who realized her eight babies had disappeared down a storm drain. Once the young hatch they can feed themselves but need to fi nd water sources, such as a pond, lake, or river. Getting there can be challenging due to their small size and varying landscape of roadways, curbs, cars, grass and whatever else they encounter.

I quickly got dressed and headed over to the site. Did I mention that this was during rush hour?! Upon arrival, I noticed a police officer had arrived to help maintain traffic flow. The mother mallard was actively letting us know her concern by quacking and pacing along the curb. Babies were peeping, huddled together at the bottom of the drainage space. Using

my fishing net on a pole, I began scooping up as many babies at a time, bringing them up to the surface. Each time the net went down, the ducklings would move in unison, away from it.

The babies were reunited with their mother and the family quickly proceeded on their journey to water. I found out afterwards that the mother had laid her eggs underneath a shrub across the street from where the babies became trapped down the storm drain. They barely began their travel when fate took them down to the bottom of the storm drain. This is a common occurrence when waterfowl (in this case, ducklings) are navigating their way to water. I recall an earlier rescue I made when fi nding a single duckling on a residential lawn. Obviously, it was separated from its family while attempting to get to water. I retrieved the baby and took it to a local rehabilitation facility so it could be raised with others and properly released.

To reach me please call 732-244-2768.

It’s illegal to possess, relocate, or cause harm to wildlife for any reason. Managing wildlife without the proper state/federal permits is illegal. Violating laws protecting wildlife is punishable by law.

Crisis Hotline Volunteers Needed

NEW JERSEY – Crisis Hotline Volunteers needed for CONTACT of Ocean & Monmouth Counties’ training beginning September 19 twice a week every Tuesday & Thursday for six weeks from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Training will be held in person at St. Luke’s Roman Catholic Church, 1674 Old Freehold Road, Toms River. CONTACT is a 24-hour crisis intervention hotline that also provides information and referral to community resources. All calls are free, confi dential and anonymous. Training is free.

Become a voice to those in distress. Make a difference in your community! Call 732-240-6104 or email contact@ contactoceanmonmouth.org for additional information and registration.

e Calendar Girls

JERSEY SHORE – Looking for entertainment for your organization? The Calendar Girls – a Senior Performance Show which includes a Master of Ceremonies/ Comedian 12 tap/jazz dancers, plus two vocalists.

They provide their own music, along with their beautiful costumes in a one-hour show. They entertain for special events at senior expos, clubhouses, fundraisers and assisted living facilities. They are available for holiday performances. Also, they continually look for tap dancers to join their group.

For information or to book a show, call the booking agent Jean at 732-730-3539.

R.C. Shea & Assoc. Inside The Law

Understanding Automobile Insurance In The Garden State

By: Michael J. Deem, 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 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.

Items For Sale

Giants Football Season Tickets

- Two tickets with parking. Section 316, Row 21, Seats 17 and 18 - $2,700. Call Mike 609-618-0813. (36)

Quality Doll House Furniture

And Kits - Worth over $2,000, selling for $200 or best offer. 732849-0003, leave message. (35)

New Electric Mulcher Mower$110; Gas edger, $69; Gas mulcher mower, $69. Black and Decker, Craftsman, Briggs, and Strattion. All good condition. 732-270-4044. (36)

Auto For Sale

2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser - White. Auto, 4 cyl. Exel. MPG. Small dent right fender. 88,000 miles. Holiday City. $3,500. 848-986-0839. (36)

Items Wanted

COSTUME/ESTATE JEW -

ELRY Looking to buy costume/ estate jewelry, old rosaries and religious medals, all watches and any type of sterling silver, bowls, flatware candlesticks or jewelry. Same day house calls and cash on the spot. 5 percent more with this AD. Call Peggy at 732-581-5225. (t/n)

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Jewelry and watches, costume jewelry, sterling silver, silverplate, medals, military items, antiques, musical instruments, pottery, fine art, photographs, paintings, statues, old coins, vintage toys and dolls, rugs, old pens and postcards, clocks, furniture, brica-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid. Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius. 732-364-7580. (t/n)

Vinyl Records Wanted - Paying cash for LP albums. Rock, Reggae, Blues, Jazz. Very Good condition only. Call Rick 908-616-4104. (t/n)

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

CASH PAID!! LP records - stereos, turntables, musical instru-ments, guitar, saxophone, CD’s, reel tapes, music related items. Come to you. 732-804-8115. (30)

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

Cash On The Spot - For records, 33's, 45's, reel to reels. Call - We pick up the phone! Eddie 732-8295908 will travel. (31)

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

CASH, CASH, CASH! - Instant cash paid for junk cars, trucks, vans. Free removal of any metal items. Discount towing. Call Dano 732-239-3949. (t/n)

Ca$h Paid For Old 45 RPM Records. - R&B, doo wop, soul, early rock & roll, and rockabilly preferred. Call between 8AM and 8PM 909-938-4623. (20)

CLASSIFIEDS

Services Help Wanted

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)

Certified Home Health Aides - Needed for Ocean County area. Hourly and live-in positions avail. P/T and F/T. Call CCC at 732-206-1047. (t/n)

Laundromat Attendant - For FT/

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

Seeking Responsible Individual With Good Phone Skills

- Experience In Hvac & Permits

A Plus. Filing/Answering Phones/ Scheduling/Permits/Ordering Parts/

Customer Service. Great Work

Environment. $15/Hour 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday. Paid

Holidays. Call Care Temp Heating & AC at 732-349-1448 Or Fax Resume To 732-349-6448. (t/n)

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

Painting - Simply the best. "It's all in the name." Interior/Exterior. Unbeatable pricing. Meticulous work. All materials and jobs guaranteed. Fully licensed and insured. $ave. Call 732-850-5060. (39)

THE RIDE GUY - Takes you anywhere! No limits. Comfy mini-van. Call Charlie 732-2163176 or Email: cr@exit109.com.

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Bobs Waterproofing - Basement and crawlspace waterproofing. Mold testing, removal and prevention.

Family owned. Fully licensed and insured. Call Bob 732-616-5007. (t/n)

Stillwell Services LLC - Handyman services, drain cleaning, camera inspections, bathroom remodeling, sewer repair, leak detection, excavation services. Licensed, insured. 609-346-4243. (32)

CHEAP PAINTING Done RITEFree est. Senior discounts interior exterior. Call 732-506-7787, cell 646-643-7678. (28)

GARDEN COACH ASSISTS SENIORS & DIY's - Create & maintain beautiful containers, repotting. Planting design, selection, plant care.

Experienced (Master) Gardener/ Instructor. Joseph 732-232-8144. (29)

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

Roofing Repairs Etc. - Roofing, siding, windows. Repairs on small jobs. Utility shed roofs replaced. Prompt service. Insured. Gutters cleaned. Call Joe Wingate 551-804-7391. (26)

ALL American Home Health AidesExperienced experts in the field of trauma and recovery. Holistic approach to healing-nutrition, physical therapy, and quality of life improvements. Hourly or live in. Honest, hardworking, etc. Includes housekeeping, rides to doctors/pleasure. Skip the rest, come to the best. 732-664-3605. (t/n)

Become a Published Author. We want to Read Your Book! Dorrance Publishing-Trusted by Authors Since 1920. Book manuscript submissions currently being reviewed. Comprehensive Services: Consultation, Production, Promotion and Distribution. Call for Your Free Author`s Guide 1-877-791-2033 or visit dorranceinfo.com/micro. (t/n)

Nor’easter Painting and Staining, LLC - Interior and exterior. Decks, powerwashing. Affordable. Senior discounts. References. No job too small. Fully insured. 732-6910123. Lic #13VH09460600. (19)

Car Service - 24/7. Doctors, shopping, airports, hospitals, cruise, shops, Atlantic City, family functions, NYC accomodations for large groups. Call for reasonable rates. Kerry 732-606-2725. (42)

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

Prepare for power outages today with a GENERAC home standby generator $0 Money Down + Low Monthly Payment Options Request a FREE Quote. Call now before the next power outage: 1-833-901-0309. (t/n)

PQ Painting & Home Improvement Services - Over 5 decades of service in NJ. Visit us online at pqpaintingservice.com . Winner of Angie’s List Super Service Award. Free estimates, reasonable rates, fully licensed and insured NJ Lic #13VH06752800. Call 732500-3063 or 609-356-2444. (t/n)

Experienced and reliable Home Health Care Group - Is ready to assist you hourly or 24/7 according to your special needs. Personal care, companionship, groccery shopping, driving to dr's appointments, medication monitoring etc. Refferences available. Call for more details 732-910-8869. (34)

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

Since 1979, Kitchen Magic, a family-owned business offering cabinet refacing, new cabinetry, and luxury countertop throughout the Northeast. We transform kitchens in less time, with less stress, at an amazing value. Call today for a free estimate 1-844-367-2477. (t/n)

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

Learn To Play The - Flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, trombone, or drums from a NJ State Certified Teacher of instrumental music, in your home! Call 732-3504427 for more information. (37)

Computer Tutoring for Seniors – Retired, “Microsoft Certified” instructor. Very Reasonable rates. Very patient with slow learners. I’ll teach you in the comfort of your home on your computer. I can trouble shoot your slow computer! I also teach iPhone and iPad. I set up new computers at less than half the price the retailers charge. Windows 10 specialist. I can also build a beautiful small business website at a fraction of the going rates. Special Projects always welcome! Tony 732-997-8192. (t/n)

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PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

Advanced Foot & Ankle Specialists, PC: Treating Everything Below The Knee

By Michael Vandenberg

Dr. Scott Amoss,

DPM, CWS

is a lot more than a “foot doctor,” as people often mistake podiatrists for. In reality, “we provide comprehensive lower extremity care,” he said. So yes, if your foot hurts, Dr. Amoss will be happy to help. However, that barely scratches the surface of all the conditions he sees and the treatments he provides.

Dr. Amoss (pronounced like “famous Amoss”) grew up in nearby Ocean Township and has been connected to the Jersey Shore community and greater New Jersey area his entire life. Originally, he earned his Bachelor’s degree in chemistry at Rutgers and spent a few years in the chemical industry. However, that feeling of wanting to make a difference in people’s lives that drives all physicians caught hold of Dr. Amoss. He liked podiatry in particular because of its ability to help people really quickly. “You can immediately have a positive impact on someone’s life. They come in pain, and can leave virtually pain free.” Scott Amoss became Doctor Scott Amoss when he graduated fourth in his class with numerous honors from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in 2000. He then completed a two year residency focusing on orthopedic, vascular, plastic, and reconstructive surgery, in addition to training in internal and emergency medicine, dermatology, and radiology.

After that, Dr. Amoss knew it was time to go out on his own, so he opened Advanced Foot & Ankle Specialists in Whiting.

17 years later, the practice is going strong and recently opened a new location in Toms River to be closer to Community Medical Center, where he’s a surgeon on staff. Critically, this new foothold also allows him, as a specialist in diabetic foot care, to help the growing diabetic community in the area.

While expanding served a logistically necessary purpose, Advanced Foot & Ankle has never lost its personal touch. You’ll never just be passed off to whichever doctor is on the clock that day, because Dr. Amoss is proud to be a solo practitioner. “The patients see me and only me,” he said.

“It’s good continuity of care.” His tight-knit support staff of seven ensures that you get the streamlined care you deserve.

That’s crucial in the field of Podiatry because, after all, things can get serious when it comes to Diabetes and foot complications. Luckily, Dr. Amoss is an Amputation Prevention Specialist as well as a Certified Wound Specialist. Less serious conditions like hammertoes, ingrown nails, bunions, and athlete’s foot can be treated in the office, often during your initial visit! “We’re very conservative,” Dr. Amoss assures future patients. “I’m surgically trained but I only like to perform surgery when all other conservative means

have been exhausted. It’s going to be painless.” He makes that possible by developing treatment plans for each specific patient.

Rest assured, Advanced Foot & Ankle is fully equipped to do so as soon as you come in. Both offices have digital X-rays so they can almost instantly see what’s going on and review it with the patient. They also have a diagnostic ultrasound to diagnose soft tissue conditions, as well as a laser for treatment of pain and neuropathy, a painful nerve condition caused by diabetes and other issues. They even offer MicroVas therapy, which gives much needed relief to patients with high levels of diabetic neuropathy, as well as vascular or PAD testing.

In addition to the most cutting edge podiatric technology, Advanced Foot & Ankle has professional-grade consumer products you need for immediate relief. They offer a great selection of diabetic shoes, for example, as well as custom-made orthotics which provide arch support and help correct the

imbalance in patients’ feet. Advanced Foot & Ankle accepts most insurance plans. (Medicare covers one pair of diabetic shoes per year!)

By having strategically-located offices, an experienced and focused staff, and tons of treatment methods and equipment at his disposal, Dr. Amoss is able to easily achieve his goal of getting you fast comfort and relief. When it comes to diseases like melanoma, for example, speed is absolutely critical. The most deadly form of skin cancer, melanoma has an especially poor prognosis on the foot because it often goes unnoticed for a long time. Dr. Amoss diagnosed several of these cases last year, which probably saved those patients’ lives.

But sometimes conditions aren’t as complicated as much as some of the larger podiatrist offices try to let on. Dr. Amoss remembers one recent patient who came in after being with one such practice. “These eight doctors had exhausted all treatment options for this individual in pain,” he said. After years of getting the runaround, they told him there was noth -

ing they could do. The patient came limping into Advanced Foot & Ankle with what Dr. Amoss diagnosed in a matter of minutes as a simple corn on the tip of his toe. “We gave him a customized foot pad which helped him tremendously, and by the next day he came in to thank us and tell us how much better he was doing,” Dr. Amoss said. “He couldn’t believe he waited and wasted several years with this other group of doctors.”

At Advanced Foot & Ankle, you’ll get fast and customized treatment from a doctor you can trust. Give them a call today at 732-350-0100 and their very accommodating staff will be able to make an appointment for you with Dr. Amoss right away. And as the “urgent care of the lower extremity,” emergency appointments are also available. Advanced Foot & Ankle is located at 400 Lacey Road in Whiting (in the Stop and Shop Shopping Center) and 601 Route 37 West, Suite 300 in Toms River (in front of the Ocean Eye Institute). Or check out their website AdvFootandAnkle. com for more information.

One of Advanced Foot & Ankle locations is 601 Route 37 West, Suite 300 in Toms River (in front of the Ocean Eye Institute)

One of Advanced Foot & Ankle locations is 601 Route 37 West, 400 Lacey Road in Whiting (in the Stop and Shop Shopping Center)

AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE

Ocean County Library’s Online Autism Resources Center

TOMS RIVER – Individuals with autism and their families fi nd access to quality support systems through the Ocean County Library’s online Autism Resources Center.

Now, OCL is pleased to announce that the listings are larger and more diversified and offers free listings of responsible professional agencies, nonprofit groups and companies that address needs associated with the autism spectrum.

The expanded online menu features:

Resources – Autism-related organizations, social media groups, Parenting magazine’s “Best Autism Apps,” digital and print books, a remote-learning guide, augmentative and alternative communication devices, and a sensory cookbook.

Community Events – Links to Ocean County Special Needs Registry, Toms River Field of Dreams, Rutgers Center for Adult Autism Services, Children’s Specialized Hospital activities and programs for children and adults, Disability Rights New Jersey, NJCSOC Assistive

Technology Funds, and PerformCare summer camps.

OCL Videos – Recorded, archival presentations given during OCL’s annual Autism Resources Fairs and a virtual “tour” of OCL’s Sensory Spaces, viewable on the Library’s YouTube channel.

Sensory Space – Photos and descriptions of the components Sensory Spaces in OCL’s Toms River and Jackson branches, plus a calendar of related events.

This Is My Library – Social stories applicable to each OCL branch.

Where to Go and What to Do – Recreational, educational, entertainment, and dining venues throughout New Jersey that mindfully provide accommodations for individuals with autism and their families.

OCL staffers regularly update the information with additions of reputable, established organizations dedicated to supporting individuals with autism. See all the current information at theocean countylibrary.org/autism.

Ca us Island Nature Walks

TOMS RIVER – Be a part of a 40-year Ocean County tradition! Join a park naturalist and follow in the footsteps of such legendary local environmentalists as A. Morton and Betty Cooper, Dorothy Hale and Pete McClain. Be prepared to discover the fascinating and diverse wonders of the natural world.

No registration required. Walks are from 2 to 3 p.m. Open to all ages.

September 2 & 3 – Naturalist Choice

September 9 & 10 – Butterfly and Bog Garden Stroll

September 16 & 17 – Salt Marsh Safari

September 23 & 24 – Farewell to the Osprey

Volunteers Needed To Help At Blood Drives

NEW JERSEY – New Jersey Blood Services (NJBS), a division of New York Blood Center, which provides blood for local patients, is looking for a few good volunteers.

The blood drive volunteer is an integral member of our team whose tasks include assisting donors with registration and/ or at the refreshment area. No medical background necessary. Volunteers should be outgoing to provide friendly customer service, be able to perform tasks as needed

and must provide proof of COVID Vaccination prior to volunteering. Must have transportation.

All training is provided including additional precautions for the safety of our team and blood donors. For additional information call or text Sharon Zetts, Manager, NJBS Volunteer Services at 732-850-8906, Monday to Thursday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

To apply on line as a blood drive volunteer, go to: nybc.org/support-us/volunteer-nybc/ volunteer-application.

United For Impact Wine Event

RED BANK – Save the date for the United For Impact Wine Event, October 5 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Navesink Country Club, 50 Luff burrow Lane, Red Bank.

Enjoy exquisite wines paired with delicious food to benefit the critical work of United Way of Monmouth and Ocean Counties. More information to follow.

Free Senior Transportation

TOMS RIVER – Toms River Township is offering free transpiration for seniors to local stores, doctor’s appointments, to the Toms River Senior Center for

activates and outreach. This service is avaible to Toms River Township residents only. To schedule a ride, call 732-341-1000

PHOTO OF THE WEEK

Eve Competiello of Wappingers Falls, New York was recently vacationing on Long Beach Island with her family. She took this great shot to cap off the trip and promises to be back again next year. Now, Eve and her family are coming back to New Jersey for a Six Flags Great Adventure trip, courtesy of Jersey Shore Online. Want to see your pix in this space? Email photos@jerseyshoreonline.com and you may be heading to the theme park too!

Ocean County History Day

OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Historical Society is excited to announce the Third Annual Ocean County History Day to be held on September 16 from 10 to 3 p.m. with September 17 the makeup date. As always, the fun filled day will be located at the Ocean County Historical Society, 26 Hadley Avenue Toms River. There is no fee involved for visitors.

Ocean County History Day is sponsored by the Ocean County Historical Society, Ocean County Cultural and heritage and the Joshua Huddy DAR chapter. Visitors are welcome to tour the Victorian style Elizabeth Sculthrop Force House and museum. Numerous local historical societies and museums will be set up with displays, there will be a snack stand, a $1 used book sale, historical reenactors, and the Ocean

County Historical Society’s large 50/50.

Tim Hart, Director of Ocean County Cultural and Heritage states, “I am so proud to be involved in Ocean County History Day, it seems to get bigger and better each year.”

Pat Moore, vice president of the Ocean County Historical Society, wants you to know that this year a major theme of the day will be the upcoming 250th anniversary of the Revolutionary War. They will be having live period music being performed all day and you will have the opportunity to meet local patriot Reuben Randolph, George Washington and even hear a talk on “America’s Second War for independence,” the War of 1812.

For more details, make sure to visit the OCHS website or feel free to call Jeff Schenker at 609-339-9134.

Property Alert Service Protects Homeowners From Scammers

TOMS RIVER – The free Property Alert Service offered by the Ocean County Clerk’s Office sends an email to the registered owner whenever a new document is filed on the property.

Real Estate fraud is on the rise. Scammers can file deed or lien on your property and you may never know it until it is a major

problem. When your signed up for the Property Alert Service, you get an email sent to you the day after the document is filed. For many people, their home is their most valuable asset. Don’t take a chance. Register for the Ocean County Clerk’s Property Alert Service today at this site: countyclerkpas.co.ocean.nj.us/PropertyAlert.

Pure In e Park

TOMS RIVER – Pure is Excited to Announce their partnership with Downtown Toms River Farmer’s Market this season. Join for an open levels yoga flow every Wednesday at 11:30 a.m. until October 25 at Huddy Park Downtown, 39E Wa-

ter Street, Toms River. All classes are beginner friendly and weather pending. Bring your own mat or blanket. Cost is $10 drop in.

For more information, contact Pure Toms River Yoga at 732-998-7139.

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FORECAST

ARIES (March 21-April 19) : Your energy and enthusiasm could seem drained by workplace disagreements. A business proposal may sound like music to your ears, but decisions or changes could hit a sour note you were not expecting.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): The debts you may owe are not just on the paper you sign at the bank or when you purchase a car. You could have obligations to face. It might not be a legal duty, but there can be a moral promise to repay.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) : You could see that you have unexpected options if you just take a look around. Make sure your finances are in order and you have a detailed plan in place before deciding on what the next step needs to be.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Pay extra attention to your budget to maintain a good grasp of your overall financial situation. You may be feeling that your needs or requests are being ignored if a loved one is focused on an absorbing task.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) : It can pay to keep your options open. You may think your business skills are at their best but could end up regretting putting your assets on the line later. Wait for better timing before moving money around.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) : It can be easy for expenses to pile up and quickly become a calamity if you do not have the funds available to get over the hurdle. It may be wise to keep an eye on your finances to make sure you are prepared.

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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): People may think that they can only get into trouble if they say yes and that a “no” means that nothing could happen. Prove to them that you deserve the “yes.” They could see the advantages of giving you a chance.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) : This may not be the time to make a move. Keep organizing or making the important calls, but save the leap for another day. Your plans could be sound, but you might have a variety of unexpected issues to overcome.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): It can feel awkward if people grumble at you. You may not even know why, and it may not be your fault. If you find it hard to remain understanding, it might be best to stay out of their way until their mood improves.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) : Learning how the system operates could give you a better understanding of the reasoning behind the rules. Now is not the time to cut any corners. Following the proper procedures can save you a lot of time.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) : Challenging situations might be coming your way. Make sure you are prepared to answer questions and prove that you have been playing by the rules. Study intel carefully and you can protect yourself.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) : Do your best to put money away for unforeseen expenses. If you add more to what you put away each week, it could add up faster than you think. Being prepared for unforeseen expenses can help you keep a job.

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