Group Brings Meals, Haircuts And Clothes To Needy
hairdressers volunteer their time, readily putting their clippers to good use. A blanket filled with folded clean clothes allows the needy to sort through donated items and take selections home at no cost.
How Much Damage Did Ciba Cause?
By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – On By Stephanie Faughnan LAKEWOOD – Agroup of dedicated volunteers have paved a path for the needy, where assistance lies just steps away in the heart of the community.
Transportation accessibility - or the lack thereof - is one of the reasons the “Food
Angels” chose Town Square as a convenient place to make some basic necessities readily available.
The aroma of freshly cooked meals isn’t all that draws some of the most vulnerable locals to the area every couple of weeks. Food Angels also uses its time in Town Square to bring
other types of support to those who face other types of challenges that require money.
Contrary to what its name might imply, Food Angels doesn’t limit itself to nourishing bodies. They are also intent on nurturing a sense of dignity that starts with an outer appearance. Two skilled
Language barriers could make for a roadblock for those receiving a helping hand from the Food Angels. However, communication transcends words when it comes to offering assistance. An emphasis on inclusivity is underscored by the absence of questions about residency status or income. Every individual who seeks support is met with open arms. The scene paints a portrait of empathy, and a vivid snapshot of many people in need.
Pasquale learned carpentry when he moved to the United States from Mexico more than two decades ago. He
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Will $5 Homelessness Surcharge Affect
– To create a Homelessness Trust Fund, officials approved a $5 surcharge on most recorded documents at the Ocean County Clerk’s Office, but what does that mean for the average person?
The applicable documents are listed below, but many are not ones that most residents will see more than a few times
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in their lives. Mortgages, deeds, liens, power of attorney are a few of the more common ones, but most people probably don’t need aircraft liens or notices of lis pending.
Starting on September 1, 2023, Ocean will join several other counties that have such a surcharge. The idea of it is that some money will help tackle
the problem. That money won’t come from taxpayers. People without homes will be helped by people making real estate transactions.
Up until this year, the County Commissioners didn’t want to install this charge, calling it an added tax. However, upon looking at the list of documents, it’s clear that it
would be nothing like a tax because the average resident might go decades without needing to fill out any of these forms. It would only be “like a tax” to the real estate community and developers.
County government still does not want to run a shelter. Rather, this money will help fund programs already in place.
the heels of a settlement being signed in which the owner of the Ciba-Geigy property will still be able to profit from it, environmentalists are forming a strategy to again fight the chemical giant and the state agency that has “environmental protection” in its name.
Ciba-Geigy created dyes and other chemicals from 1952 until 1990. It also dumped unknown amounts of toxic waste into the soil and waterways. Many people believe that the area’s cancer cluster was caused by them.
The current property owners, BASF, and the State Department of Environmental Protection reached a settlement that would keep about 1,000 acres of it preserved for open space, pollinator gardens, trails, and an environmental recreation center.
Locals are angry that 255 acres of the site would be allowed to be developed on Route 37 in an area currently zoned as light industrial. BASF will also be able to profit from a huge solar array.
Ciba became an Environmental Protection Agency Superfund Site in 1983. The settlement with the State DEP will not impact the situation with the federal EPA. Save Barnegat Bay, a local environmental group, held a meeting to show the public how they will fight the settlement. They intend to show that the damages created by Ciba are far more than what the current property owners are being required to pay – preserving 1,000 acres and building passive recreation.
“Frankly, I’m really angry that a grassroots organization like this is fighting when it should be done by the
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Commissioner Barbara Jo Crea has said that the fund could bring in about $275,000 to $390,000 a year. This money will stay in Ocean County.
Homelessness advocates have urged the county to create this for some time as a tool in the belt, but not the solution to all the homeless problems in the area.
The only beneficiary officials have named is
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fluctuated between English to Spanish to explain that he came to the states for a better life. However, one of Pasquale’s most significant challenges in finding a job lies in his inability to provide a fixed address to prospective employers.
“I stay in an alley between buildings with many other people,” shared Pasquale. “It’s not so bad when it’s hot; much worse when it’s cold.”
It was only the second time that Pasquale made his way to visit the gathering sponsored by the Food Angels. He carefully sorted through the clothes and selected a single shirt to take away with him. Pasquale wanted to make sure he had a change of clothes for when he found a job.
The search for employment and housing appeared to be consistent with many individuals gathered in the square. As volunteer hairstylist Heather skillfully trimmed the dark locks of a man from El Salvador, there was a palpable sense of hope. He turned toward the approaching reporter, yearning for understanding and support.
“Do you have a job for me,” he asked in Spanish. “I need one and I’m ready to work.”
Neither Heather nor Adria, the other stylist, speaks Spanish themselves. Yet, they somehow manage to communicate with their Food Angel clients. They recalled another event when a man sought out their services to spruce himself up in preparation for a job interview.
A man with some special needs who’s lived in Lakewood his entire life comes regularly to visit the Food Angels. Michael’s face lit up as he described the group as a blessing and its volunteers as his friends.
“They bring us delicious food and lots of clothes,” Michael said. “They also make
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State of New Jersey,” said Ed Mankowski, board chair of Save Barnegat Bay. “I’m sick and tired of the arrogance and dismissive attitude of a department that’s supposed to be protecting us.”
A short film they presented, made by Monmouth University students, showed locals criticizing the settlement, and Ciba’s influence over the years. It also showed how a member of the DEP said the settlement was too expensive to fight legally.
What Is BASF?
BASF is the largest chemical company in the world, founded in 1865. During World War II, it created the largest chemical factory at the time at Auschwitz. It used forced labor to create the chemicals used to exterminate people in concentration camps. They acquired Ciba in 2008. Why would BASF purchase Ciba, which had been closed for almost 20 years? In 2008, Ciba was a financial drain since
me feel good about myself and they believe in me.”
As dozens of people check out donated shoes and clothes to find a good fit, intriguing observations come to light. Notably, nobody is walking away with armfuls of items, and every folded piece is meticulously returned to its designated spot on the display blanket. This collective behavior emanates an aura of humility and gratitude.
Brick residents Suzy M. Raabe and James Biringer partnered to form the Food Angels organization and have about 15 members who volunteer on a regular basis. Raabe said that she met Minister Steve Brigham of Destiny’s Bridge after visiting the homeless camp formerly known as Tent City in 2020.
“Minister Steve used to do clothes distribution and I came one time to help with it,” said Raabe. “A kid came up to me and asked me if I had any food.”
Raabe said the child’s request hit her heart and resulted in the snowball effect that became Food Angels. Initially focused on providing nourishment to residents of Tent City, the organization’s mission has endured even after the Lakewood homeless camp’s closure.
On the Sundays when Food Angels come to Town Square, they are only there less than two hours. However, it’s not unusual for the group of volunteers to service a hundred people during that time period.
Meals prepared for distribution are a product of generosity from community members across Ocean County and beyond. This weekend’s offering comprised of beef stroganoff with noodles, complemented by fresh fruit, water, and iced tea. To streamline the donation process, a wish list is thoughtfully compiled in advance, specifying the quantities of items required to fulfill their mission.
Those wishing to contribute time, food or clothing to Food Angels should contact Raabe on Facebook on her personal account listed as Suzy M. Raabe.
it was little more than a Superfund site losing millions of dollars associated with clean-up.
Save Barnegat Bay members said that corporations will buy companies that are losing money in order to make it look like they are taking a hit, and asking regulators to go easy on them.
“It’s about a corporation turning a liability into an asset,” said Britta Forsberg, Executive Director of Save Barnegat Bay.
More Than Just Toms River
Forsberg showed a map of the expansive reach of Ciba’s pollution. Most people know about the plume of waste in the ground, and the dumping in the water. However, it’s mostly been deemed a Toms River issue.--
This is incorrect, she said. There’s reason to believe that it spread to surrounding towns as well, particularly the ones on the barrier island where waste washed up.
The meeting was attended by several elected officials from Toms River and beyond, showing their support for Save Barnegat Bay.
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Toms River Mayor Maurice Hill said that the town was fighting Ciba to remove their drums for decades. The talks ended when BASF bought them.
“We’ve had very little communication there,” he said.
However, BASF sued the town in a tax appeal, winning $17 million, he said.
BASF said the land was worthless so they shouldn’t pay so much in taxes. If it’s worthless, then how come the company is profiting off of it, he asked.
They are looking to make a lot of money developing 250 acres, in addition to the $500,000 annually that they are anticipating from the solar fields, he said.
“All the NJ DEP has done is pour salt on the wounds,” he said.
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the Code Blue program. This is in reference to the shelters that open after the temperature drops near freezing.
The $5 will be charged on all land documents whether they are submitted via mail, Express Mail, courier, electronic transmission, or in person, according to county records. If you submit a document without the fee, your document will be rejected and returned to you, with a request for the fee.
He referred to the settlement as a “sweetheart deal for the largest chemical company in the world and once again, Ocean County residents get the shaft.”
Hill said that Toms River will be joining Save Barnegat Bay in their action against the settlement.
Berkeley residents might have also been affected, Berkeley Council President John Bacchione said.
“Whatever we can do, we’re here for you,” he said.
The Plan To Stop It Forsberg presented three experts in the field to briefly explain their goals in stopping the settlement, but “they’re not going to put all the cards on the table because we’re likely on our way to court.”
Albert Telsey is an environmental lawyer who successfully prosecuted Ciba in 1986. He has also taken on DuPont and the DEP.
“The DEP, in my opinion, is monetizing envi-
E-recording customers will have the $5 automatically tallied onto their total. It will be listed on a separate line item on the receipt following a successful recording.
According to oceancountyclerk.com, the following documents will be assigned the fee: Aerial Easement, Aircraft Lien, Assignment Of Mortgage, Bankruptcy Lien, Bill Of Sale, Building Contract, Cancelled Mortgage, Cancelled Mortgage Recorded 2 Times, Cancelled Mortgage Recorded 3 Times, Cancelled Mortgage Recorded 4 Times, Collateral Assignment, Construction Lien Claim, Contract Of Sale,
ronmental non-compliance,” he said.
Toms River has created an ordinance blocking conservation easements in industrial areas, he said. In oversimplified terms, it means that BASF can’t do what it wants to do on the 1,000 acres because of local law.
Additionally, BASF’s claim that the pollution happened from a previous company – Ciba – is sketchy since these corporations buy and sell divisions of each other in order to leverage power and keep themselves from being held accountable, he said.
The settlement has a value, said Frances Schlosstein, President and CEO of TBLS, a valuations consulting firm.
The environmental damages made by Ciba has a price, she explained. The price BASF is paying in the settlement is “diminutive by orders of multitude.” This means that the company owes Toms River and surrounding towns much more than they are offering.
Damaged resources, she said, stops you from
Deed, Discharge Construction Lien, Discharge Of Building Contract, Discharge Of Collateral Assignment, Discharge Of Contract Of Sale, Discharge Of Judgement Lien, Discharge Of Lease, Discharge Of Lis Pendens, Discharge Of Mechanic’s Liens, Discharge Of Mechanic’s Notice Intension, Discharge Of Mortgage, Discharge Of Notice Of Settlement, Discharge Of Reimbursement Agreements, Discharge Of Tax Sale Certificate, Discharge Recognizance, Disclaimer, Easements, Federal Lien, Final Judgement, Land Use Permit, Lease, Lis Pendens, Mechanic’s Lien, Mortgage, Mortgage Modification, Municipal
having what is yours.
Jeffrey Andrilenas, TBLS Group Environmental Advisory Services Lead, said that the DEP started doing cost assessments back around 2007 or so. The way to come up with a figure was sometimes anecdotal: the fishing is starting to come back; there used to be river otters.
The DEP focuses on contamination on the site itself, but they haven’t been studying the impacts on the surrounding towns, he noted.
How To Help
SaveBarnegatBay.org has ways to get involved and links to donate to fund the legal fight. Updates can be found on their Facebook page.
Science teacher Christine Girtain will be having her high school students give questionnaires to the public about how the environment has changed during the years that Ciba was active. Information about this will be forthcoming.
Tax Foreclosure, Municipal Tax Sale Certificate, Notice Of Lis Pending Recorded, Notice Of Settlement, Notice Of Settlement Double Transaction, Power Of Attorney, Recognizance Bond, Release / Stipulation, Release Of Assignment Of Mortgage, Release Of Bond Constr Lien, Release Of Federal Tax Lien, Release Of Mortgage, Repayment Agreement, Revocation Of Power Of Attorney, State Permit, Stop Notice, Subdivision Maps, Subdivision, Tax Sale Certificate, Trust Agreement, Underground Easement, Vacations, Warrant Of Execution, Warrant Of Satisfaction and Writ Of Execution.
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Plan Will Set Downtown Back
All spring and now into this summer in Toms River, we have seen a great debate about the future of our downtown. Most recently, we now have seen the controversial plan to scale back those two Water Street 10-story towers down to 6 stories.
Looking at the big picture, here’s why I think that the downtown development ideas, while well intentioned, are just wrong for our town.
In a sentence, they’re a step backwards in Toms River’s history - not a step forward.
The plans are mostly centered along both sides of Water Street where it intersects with Main Street and are designed to capitalize on the river which has defined our historic village.
Before an inlet on the beachfront was closed to a storm in 1812 - shutting off easy access to the seaport - Toms River was a busy colonial-era outpost.
With the closing of the inlet, Toms River continued to grow in the 1800s, but at a more modest pace.
By the late nineteenth century, many commercial buildings had been built along the southern side of Water Street. There was the First National Bank of Toms River, Berry’s Hardware Store, John Hyers’ Liquor Store, “Peanut John’s” Fruit and Vegetable Store, a bicycle shop, and more.
Into the 1900s, as time went by, these structures were still there, but they were owned and operated by different
businesses.
But the history of these various structures along Water Street over two centuries is this: they all first blocked off the view of the river, and later they all blocked off the view of Huddy Park.
That park - once a swampy area - was acquired by the township after a special voter referendum in 1905.
It’s our first municipal park and was filled in to make it the park that we know today. It was later named in honor of our Revolutionary War defender, Captain Joshua Huddy.
In the 1960s, our town’s officials made a very forward-looking decision to “open up” this area of the riverfront through the use of federal urban renewal monies. My friend, L. Manuel Hirshblond, the township clerk at the time, administered the project. I knew Manny since I was in high school. We both grew up in Toms River. As a young assistant township attorney, I worked for him. Years later, when I was the clerk, he worked for me - coming out of retirement to help me out as my deputy.
Manny and I would always trade stories of the Toms River of old, and one thing I heard many times was that the township’s vision back then was to keep the river and park vista open for all to enjoy - and this is where today’s plans get it all wrong.
Two tall apartment towers immediately to the west of the park and a tall parking deck, and a several story restaurant and separate wedding venue structure immediately to the east of the park
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(proposed) will surround and simply overwhelm the river and park.
That’s why I say today’s plans are a giant step backwards in Toms River’s history - not a step forward. They will bring us back to those days in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries when the river and park were blocked off by commercial buildings. No one wants that.
I’ve been told that I live in the past; that I represent the Toms River of old. I think not; the proponents of today’s misguided plans wear that badge of criticism - their plans, if ever built, will bring us back - way back - to the nineteenth century.
We should keep this little spot in our downtown as open to the river and park as possible. Do we need improvements there? Of course - but it should be something much more modest, something more consistent, with what was decided not too long ago in the 1960s.
Let us see and enjoy the river. Let us save Huddy Park. Let us save our historic downtown.
J. Mark Mutter Toms River
(The writer of this letter served on the Dover Township Committee for three terms and served as mayor in 1993 and 2000. He is the former clerk of Dover and Toms River Township. He chaired the township’s 225-year anniversary committee in 1992, its 250-year anniversary committee in 2017, and its Constitution bi-centennial committee in 1987. He is a former member of the township’s Historic
Preservation Commission and currently is the township Historian. The opinions expressed in this letter are stated by him solely as a private citizen.)
The Longest 3 Hours187 minutes.
That’s how long Trump knowingly failed to act while his armed supporters stormed our nation’s Capitol. Instead, he watched the violence unfold on cable news, and even sent messages of encouragement by social media, telling the insurrectionists that he “loved” them.
This is one of many disturbing details in the most recent indictment against Trump, where he was charged with four federal criminal counts, including conspiracy to defraud our country in an unprecedented attempt to remain in power.
According to the indictment, Trump deliberately lied about voter fraud, then used those lies to try to pressure local officials to illegally overturn election results and create a fake slate of electors. He then pressured Vice President Mike Pence to toss out the legitimate results and count the fake electoral votes instead.
When all that failed, the January 6th insurrection was Trump’s last desperate attempt to cling to power. Elected officials and law enforcement officers were attacked, simply for doing their jobs - acting on the will of the people and certifying the election results. It was
violent, destructive, and in some cases, fatal.
There can be no more serious crime than a conspiracy to overturn the foundation of our democracy itself: the vote of the American people. Fame, fortune, and former office cannot and should not prevent someone from standing trial and being held accountable for their crimes.
Arthur Grisi Toms River
Support Chris Christie For President
Chris Christie is on the rise. He just placed 2nd in the New Hampshire poll –over DeSantis. Of course, Trump is in the lead, but I can’t stomach having him lead the ticket again. He made Republicans all look like racists and sexists and we need a return to real American values. New Hampshire is one of the states that sets the tone
for the rest of the country. Whoever polls well there, polls well in other states. DeSantis laid off a third of his campaign staff. That means he’s floundering. There’s blood in the water and the rest of the Republicans are smelling it. For as loud as he is, no one is listening to him.
That’s why we need to support Christie’s campaign. Trump is a tough challenger. But we need someone with conservative views who is a true Republican – not an angry person who is going to make Americans angry at each other. Christie is more like the Republicans of old, who had character, Christian values, and didn’t want the government interfering in our lives.
Chris Christie might be the only candidate able to reunite Republicans after the damage Trump did to the party. ChrisChristie.com shows how you can help.
David Corcoran Island Heights
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$2M Provided For Low-Income Senior Housing Services
Capitol Comments
Senator Robert Menendez
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Bob Menendez and Cory Booker (both-D-N.J.)
announced a total of $2,017,856 to provide service coordination and supportive services to low-income seniors at HUD-assisted multifamily housing properties. Under FY 2023 Service Coordinator in Multifamily Housing and Congregate Housing Services programs, these funds promote health and wellness to support residents as they age in place in an independent housing setting.
“The COVID-19 pandemic exposed just how critical supportive services are for our seniors. These federal funds will help New Jersey’s HUD-assisted properties provide health, wellness, transportation, and other supportive services so seniors can age in place and enjoy healthier, more fulfilling lives,” said Sen. Menendez.
“Every American deserves safety and support as they age,” said Sen. Booker. “This federal investment will help provide supportive services to low-income seniors
living in public housing throughout our state to ensure their health and well-being.”
The following grantees/ owners of HUD-assisted multifamily housing properties received funding: Kinder Towers, $45,909; Eleanor Levovitz Senior Citizens, $49,252; Alexian Manor, $56,387; Lindenwold Towers, $61,174; Atlantic City Townhouses, $68,928; Harborview Apartments, $68,561; Pennsville Towers, $35,069; Woodmere, $76,263; Luther Acres, $70,646; NCSC/UAW Senior Citizens, $46,145; New Community Roseville, $23,483; New Community Manor, $54,810; New Community Gardens, $78,435; New Community Douglas Homes, $44,669; Cathedral Square Housing, $58,862; New Community Commons, $78,887; New Community Senior Citizens, NCC Associates, $79,653; South Village II, $100,067; South Village I, $99,832; South Brunswick Community Development Corp., $56,283; Community Haven Senior Citizens, $35,942; Irvington Senior Apartments, $113,039; Trent East Senior Apartments Urban Renewal Limited Partnership, $146,628; Trent West Senior Apartments Urban Renewal Limited Partnership, $153,575; Senior Housing of
Hazel Street, $51,965; Little Egg Harbor Development, $42,979; National Church Residences of South River, $15,777; National Church Residences of East Brunswick, $25,114; National Church Residences of Lopatcong, $4,816; Housing Authority of Plainfield, $35,454; Oceanport Urban Renewal Preservation, $24,620; WTJC, LLC, $27,533; Mulhenberg Gardens Urban Renewal, LLC, $87,099.
Sen. Menendez has long been a leader in the fight to build more affordable housing. In March, the Senator joined a group of 17 Senate Committee Chairs and Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) in sending a letter to President Biden urging the federal government to utilize a “whole-of-government” approach to address the nation’s housing crisis. In May, Sens. Menendez and Booker announced a total $12,237,784 for the state of New Jersey from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) through the nation’s Housing Trust Fund (HTF), an affordable housing production program that complements existing federal, state, and local efforts to increase and preserve the supply of high-quality, safe affordable housing for low-income households, including families experiencing homelessness.
In January 2022, Sen. Menendez an -
nounced $1,429,328 million in federal grants from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Housing Counseling Program to seven local agencies throughout New Jersey to provide funds to HUD approved housing counseling agencies to advise people on buying or renting a home, defaults, foreclosure, and other financial challenges. In August 2021, he introduced the Livable Communities Act that encourages local communities to partner strategically to develop bold, innovative solutions that reflect their unique character, while leveraging existing assets, including access to transit to help revitalize neighborhoods, spur economic development, create jobs, and address their affordable housing needs.
That same month, the Senator also introduced the Choice Neighborhoods Initiative Act of 2021, which supports locally driven strategies to revitalize underserved neighborhoods by making permanent the highly competitive Choice Neighborhoods grant program at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). In 2021, the Senator also secured $100 million to expand access to housing counseling and assistance services for millions of renters and homeowners struggling to remain in their homes amid the economic crisis created by the pandemic.
Legislation Establishes $100M Boardwalk Preservation Fund
Phil Murphy
TRENTON – Governor Phil Murphy signed S3989/A5675, which establishes the Boardwalk Preservation Fund and appropriates $100 million for the renovation and repair of boardwalks in Shore communities across the state. Primary sponsors of the legislation include Senator Paul Sarlo, Senator Michael Testa, Assemblyman Louis D. Greenwald, and Assemblyman William Moen; co-sponsors include Senator Vin Gopal and Senator Vince Polistina.
Additionally, Governor Murphy announced the official opening of the Boardwalk Preservation Fund’s application process, which is being managed by the Department of Community Affairs (DCA) and will remain open until October 31. As a crucial complement to the Boardwalk Preservation Fund in Atlantic City, the Fiscal Year 2024 Budget also includes an investment of tens of millions of American Rescue Plan dollars toward infrastructure investments that will continue to drive the City’s economic recovery and success.
“From Atlantic City to Asbury Park, for decades our state’s boardwalks have served as
iconic fixtures in our Shore communities, contributing not just to their local economies but to their unique histories and cultural fabric as well,” said Governor Murphy. “Maximizing the potential of our boardwalks requires robust, forward-looking investments that will prepare them to endure the test of time and the intensifying impacts of the climate crisis.
I’m proud to build upon Lieutenant Governor Oliver’s legacy as a champion of Atlantic City while we stand alongside elected officials on both sides of the aisle in support of these invaluable community assets.”
“The boardwalks are the lifeblood of many of our Shore communities,” said Senate President Nick Scutari. “They are a distinctive part of the Jersey Shore that plays a key role in the state’s tourism economy. The Boardwalk Fund will help ensure that our boardwalks are repaired and maintained so they continue to be hallmarks for New Jersey that can be enjoyed by local residents and visitors.”
“Our state is well-known for its beautiful shoreline, which is among our greatest natural resources, and vibrant beach towns. They are central to New Jersey’s identity and contribute to our strong economic base,” said Assembly Speaker Craig J. Coughlin. “These towns fuel our tourism industry and serve as a powerful economic driver.
We need to uplift travel and tourism so that local economies are able to thrive.”
“The Boardwalk Fund is an ongoing investment that will help Shore communities reduce the expenses of upgrading and maintaining the boardwalks that are as much a part of the Jersey Shore as the sand and the sea,” said Senator Paul Sarlo, Chairman of the Senate Budget Committee. “The boardwalks are a key part of the state’s identity and serve as a lifeblood for local businesses. The Jersey Shore belongs to everyone and this initiative will help keep alive the fond memories so many of us have of our Shore experiences so they can be enjoyed for generations to come.”
“The boardwalk is, more than any other single feature, the symbol of the Jersey Shore to the world – it is truly iconic,” said Christina M. Renna, President & CEO, Chamber of Commerce Southern New Jersey. “Unfortunately, many boardwalks across the state’s shoreline are in a state of disrepair and in need of an infusion of capital for repairs and restoration. The Boardwalk Fund will help do just that, assuring that this tourism destination remains intact for years to come.” For more information or to apply for funding from the Boardwalk Preservation Fund, please visit DCA’s website. DCA is planning a technical assistance webinar for August 29, 2023.
Dr. Abbruzzi Named Chief Medical Officer At Angelic Health
TOMS RIVER – Anthony Abbruzzi, D.O. has been named Chief Medical Officer for Angelic Health. In this position he will oversee all the clinical aspects of Angelic Health’s programs in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and South Carolina.
“We are honored to have Dr. Abbruzzi join us,” said Angelic Health CEO Dan Mikus. “His experience and dedication to patients, and his passion for caring for those with complex health is impressive.”
He received his Doctor of Osteopathy degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine where he also completed his internship and a residency in Internal Medicine. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Ursinus College in PA. Originally from Pennsylvania, Dr. Abbruzzi, wife Alyson a Palliative Care physician, and their four children live in Moorestown NJ.
Before joining Angelic Health, he served as medial director for several hospices in the Philadelphia area and was in private practice. He currently serves as Core Faculty Member for Internal Medicine Residency Program at Jefferson Northeast. He is a fellow in the American College of Osteopathic Internists, a member of the American Osteopathic Association, and a member of the Pennsylvania Osteopathic Medical Association.
“My focus on hospice and palliative care has been so fulfilling,” explains Dr. Abbruzzi, “Achieving comfort for our patients and their families is so gratifying for me.”
He enjoys cycling and competed in mountain bike races while in medical school. His hobbies include playing drums, an activity he has enjoyed since he was 15, and tending to his saltwater aquarium.
Cars N Coffee Toy Drive
TOMS RIVER – It’s that time again when we all get together and gather up as many toys as possible for the local kids for this Christmas.
Cars N Coffee Toy Drive Presented by Riccardi Racing and Toms River Police will be on October 15 from 8 to 11 a.m.
These last few years have been a bit crazy but we have managed to still make these kids smile for the holidays! Lets do
it again!
No charge to come. Everyone is welcome - just need to bring an unwrapped toy. They will be set up, look for the Riccardi Racing trailer as usual by Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea Ocean County Mall. They will also be open so no need to bring food or drinks lets help support a local business and raise a ton of toys for a good cause. All donations will go to CASA of Ocean County.
Comfort Food Festival
In addition to all the great food, the street will be filled with merchandise vendors, handcrafters, kids’ activities, live entertain-
ment and a beer & wine garden provided by Toms River Volunteer Fire Co. #1. Local businesses, restaurants, brewery and distillery open on the street. Free admission and free parking in downtown during the event.
More information by visiting downtowntomsriver.com/comfort-food-festival.
Generous Donation From Walnut Street Student
TOMS RIVER – Aniya-Londyn Gadson, 3rd grader at Walnut Street School, generously put together and donated 10 backpacks filled with school supplies for students in need.
According to Aniya-Londyn’s mother, this was completely her daughter’s idea
Photo courtesy Toms River Schools and she wanted to help less fortunate children. Aniya-Londyn is pictured with Principal Kevin McCann, Assistant Superintendent James Ricotta, and Supervisor of Instruction Courtney Norcross. Your fellow schoolmates thank you, Aniya-Londyn!
33rd Annual Vest-A-Cop
TOMS RIVER – Join Toms River PBA 137 for their 33rd Annual Vest-A-Cop on Washington Street of Downtown Toms River on September 25 from 4 to 9 p.m. This year they will be in their same location of Downtown Toms River, which was a total hit last year, with the same goal to raise money for their Bullet Proof
Vest Fund.
There’s fun for the entire family! Come enjoy the live music, restaurants, food trucks, DJ, dunk tank, police motorcycles, fire trucks, ambulances, inflatables and much more!
Don’t miss out on this awesome family event! Stay tuned for more details!
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 Luffburrow 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.
Wehavesomethingforeveryone,includingour vegetarian,veganandgluten-freefriends!
What is a “Mom & Pop” Business?
A small, independent, family owned, controlled and 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.”
Here is a picture of a true “Mom & Pop” business:
Local Pets Available For Adoption
Photo courtesy Toms River Animal Shelter
TOMS RIVER – Pets like this one is available at the Toms River Animal Shelter.
Meet Pasha! This sweet puppy is here at the Toms River Animal Shelter waiting to find her forever home! You might be able to tell in her photos, this sweetie does have
a few scars on her face. Where they came from, they are not sure. They just know she is a loving and sweet girl who deserves a forever home that will love her forever and forever. For more information, call 732341-1000 or visit tomsrivertownship. com/155/Animal-Control-Services
TRPD Summer Night Out
TOMS RIVER – Toms River Police Department Summer Night Out will be on August 31 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Huddy Park.
Come check out the awesome first responder displays, participate in the police obstacle course, enjoy cuisine from local food trucks, don’t forget the face painting,
Around the World in TR walk, stop at the community partner tents, see the K-9 and motorcycle demos, and enjoy some popcorn and cotton candy; all while listening music and having a blast with friends, family, and our awesome community!
For more information, visit trpolice.org.
Memorial Garden For Pets
WHITING – Memorial Garden for Pets is now available for the cremains of your beloved pets at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 180
Route 539, Whiting. Call the Church Office at 732-350-2121 on Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. for details.
Student Football Players Visit Fire Company
TOMS RIVER – Two of Toms River
North High School football team linemen
Colin Keating and Jaelyne Matthews stopped in to visit the duty crew at Silverton Volunteer Fire Company on August 12. As they build their Jr. Firefighter program, these two fine young men will no doubt become part of the firehouse family and
courtesy
the great protectors of their community, the same way they protect their QB. Good Luck on your season guys!
The Silverton Volunteer Fire Company is currently looking for new members ages 14 to 18 for their Jr. Firefighter program. Those 18 and older for regular membership. Visit svfc29.com for more details.
10th Annual “Feast Of Hope” Chef’s Night
TOMS RIVER – The HOPE Center will be hosting their 10th Annual “Feast of Hope” Chef’s Night on October 16 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Clarion Hotel and Conference Center, Toms River.
The evening will feature over 20 local food establishments with samples of their finest
dishes in addition to live entertainment, raffles and giveaways! Don’t miss out on this culinary experience in support of The HOPE Center’s mission of making a difference in our community.
For tickets, visit ssl.charityweb.net/houseofhopeocean/event/feast_of_hope.htm.
TRFOD Night At BlueClaws
TOMS RIVER – Toms River Field of Dreams Night at BlueClaws Stadium will be August 31 at 7:05 p.m. Tickets:
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Northstar Program Prepares For Liftoff
TOMS RIVER – The career and technical education (CTE) program that launched at High School South in 2018 thanks to the Youth Career Pathways grant from the United Way of Monmouth and Ocean Counties almost instantly became one of the school’s most popular courses. Project SPEAR-IT (South’s Pre-Vocational Educational Alternatives Resource Institute), led by teacher Tim O’Leary, had students doing everything from basic electrical work to creating cornhole boards, building lifeguard stands, and refurbishing various objects throughout the school.
SPEAR-IT not only impressed the board and leaders at the United Way; it sparked the imagination of students throughout the district. This led to UWMOC approving a three-year extension of the Youth Career Pathways grant program last year, including its expansion to High School North beginning the 2023-2024 school year.
North’s iteration of the CTE program is dubbed NorthStar, and it will be led by teacher Brian Ainley who, along with the school’s administration and its students, have been making preparations including writing the program’s curriculum into the
Photo courtesy Toms River Schools course guide, ordering supplies and equipment, and identifying and carving out the space to withstand the saw dust.
“Seeing this program thrive at High School South, I couldn’t help but think, I want that here,” said High School North Principal Ed Keller. “Now, thanks to United Way, I couldn’t be more excited for our students. I know that once they see NorthStar in action or experience it for themselves, more and more kids are going to want to be a part of it.”
With less than a month until the start of the school year, classroom E-02 is stacked with boxes of new supplies and equipment, in addition to its existing 3-D printers and other resources. But even with boxes stacked, the space is clearly plentiful, and students will have ample room to work, measure, cut, design, and collaborate.
“NorthStar is going to expand our students’ vision for what their options are as far as future careers are concerned,” said Keller, “and at the same time help them develop real, practical, everyday skills no matter what academic or career path they choose to pursue.
“I can’t wait to see where this goes.”
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Ocean County To Hold Boat Flare Disposal Program In September
OCEAN COUNTY – Building on the success of its pilot program held in May, the Ocean County Board of Commissioners has announced a second boat flare disposal program to be held in September.
“The first program that we ran in May to collect old boat flares and dispose of them properly was very successful,” said Ocean County Commissioner Barbara Jo Crea, liaison to the Ocean County Department of Solid Waste Management. “Providing this free program to our boaters gives them the opportunity to safely dispose of old flares and it comes with environmental benefits.”
Crea noted more than 1,300 marine flares were collected during the first disposal event.
The free September program will take from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. September 23 at the Ocean County Training Center, 200 Volunteer Way, Waretown.
Flares will be accepted from Ocean County residents only. Flares from marinas and businesses will not be accepted. There will be 300 appointments available and residents can drop
off a maximum of 10 flares. Program participants are asked to remain in their vehicles at all times.
Registration is required and can be done online at the Solid Waste Management homepage: co.ocean.nj.us/ recycle or by calling 732-506-5047.
“While all boaters are required to carry flares on their boats for safety reasons, there are very few if any avenues to dispose of them safely,” Crea said.
The United States Coast Guard requires all boats on intercostal and inland waters to carry a means of distress signaling suitable for night use. Regular flares are sold in packs of four and expire every four years.
The program is being overseen by the Ocean County Department of Solid Waste Management, the Ocean County Fire Marshal’s Office and the Ocean County Training Center which houses the Ocean County Fire Academy.
“The staff from these various departments did a lot of research to create this program,” said Deputy Director of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners Gary Quinn, who serves as
liaison to the Fire Marshal’s Office and the Training Center. “We encourage our boaters to use this free disposal program.”
Agencies consulted during the initial planning process included the U.S. Coast Guard, New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, New Jersey State Police, Marine Services Bureau, fire academies in Ocean County including Toms River and Brick Township, National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Marine Trades Association of New Jersey, Sea Grant New Jersey, and other coastal communities throughout the United States including Annapolis, Maryland and California.
Ocean County received a Research, Development & Design (RD&D) permit from the NJDEP to develop the program. An open burning permit was also issued by NJDEP to comply with air quality regulations.
Materials that will be accepted are Red Hand-held, Parachute, Red Meteor, Orange Smoke Signals, and Floating Orange Smoke flares.
The program will not accept road flares,
electronic flares, plastic flare launchers, and other explosives.
Crea noted that often during the county’s household hazardous waste collection programs residents would either bring flares or ask about flare disposal.
“We do not accept flares at our household hazardous waste collection sites,” she said. “We do not want them dumped at the landfill or put out in recycling or trash so it was important to develop a program that addressed this.”
Director of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners Joseph H. Vicari said the program is another important step in keeping the Barnegat Bay and Ocean County’s waterways clean.
“The program is keeping used flares out of the water and helps keep our boaters safe,” Vicari said.
Vicari, who serves as liaison to Tourism, said there are about 25,000 boats registered in Ocean County.
Once collected, Ocean County destroys the old or used flares in a container used for controlled burn at the Ocean County Training Center under the supervision of trained personnel.
Dr. Izzy’s
Sound News
Presented By: Isidore Kirsh, Ph.D., F.A.A.A. (N.J. Lic. #678)How Are Hearing And Cognition Related To Each Other?
We HEAR with our ears and LISTEN with our brain. Our brain plays a significant role in our ability to hear.
With untreated hearing loss, you have to work harder to make sense of what people are saying. This is called having a higher “cognitive load”.
Having a higher “cognitive load” can affect your memory and how you process information.
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A Need We Feed Fundraiser
LAKEWOOD – A Need We Feed to hold fundraiser on September 23 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Icarus Brewing on 1790 Swarthmore Avenue in Lakewood. Tickets are $55 per person which includes beer and donut pairing, $5. food voucher for The Nip N Truck Food Truck, which will be at the event. You will also receive a custom beer glass.
There will be live entertainment by Johnny and the Brue Crew, games, and gift auction. Additional beer and food will be available for purchase.
Join for a fun day while raising money to provide meals to our community’s veterans, seniors, families, and the homeless.
Tickets can be purchased at aneedwefeed. org/brews-bites-fundraiser.
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The Glymphatic System - Your Brain’s Nighttime Janitorial Staff
By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
Hello brainiacs. Today my article takes a deep dive into our noggins! If you’ve been curious about the world inside your head (and I’m not just talking about your favorite song stuck on repeat), then strap in.
A few years ago, scientists discovered a way that the brain washes itself. It’s called the glymphatic system. Here’s a simple analogy to describe your glymphatic system and how it functions:
Imagine you’ve hosted a party in your house (the brain). After the party, there’s trash everywhere—empty cups, plates, leftover food, etc. (equivalent to brain waste like amyloid-beta). If left unattended, the trash might attract pests and create a foul smell.
The glymphatic system acts like a cleaning crew that comes in to restore order and cleanliness to the house. When this cleaning system doesn’t work efficiently, debris accumulates and you get brain fog, memory problems, neurological diseases, and neurotransmitter problems. The balance with dopamine, epinephrine, norepinephrine, serotonin, melatonin, and others goes awry and mood is affected. Mental health issues can arise. And doctors can’t yet measure levels of neurotransmitters, creating a challenge to restoring balance.
Luckily, we have the glymphatic system. It’s not an organ, it’s a specialized network of cells and pathways that work together to shower off your brain. Life would be so much better if the glymphatic system
worked 24/7 and was more efficient but we’re only human. We can only handle so many toxins, additives, pollutants, and cellular debris before we tilt to an unhealthy state.
To be complete, I should give honorable mention to our microglia cells which are part of our immune system and act as our first responders. They’re always looking out for threats, and when they see any, they signal the cavalry in the form of cytokines. When the microglia are overworked, overused, infected, harmed, or insufficient in numbers, chaos ensues in the form of depression, insomnia, anxiety, bipolar, OCD (obsessive-compulsive disorder), ADHD, and other neurodegenerative diseases.
In conclusion, the glymphatic system is a relatively recent discovery in the realm of neuroscience and it helps clean up the brain. So does your microglia which is part of your immune system. Cleaning up is a good thing because we know toxins do actually get into the brain because today, we know that our blood-brain barrier is permeable. We used to think it could stop the entry of toxins, but that’s so.
The things we want the glymphatic system to wash up are too many to name here. But a few include protein fragments like amyloid-beta that are implicated in Alzheimer’s, tau proteins, Lewy bodies, and other toxins associated with mental health disorders. If you’d like more information on the topic of brain “housekeeping,” I have a longer version of this article at suzycohen.com.
R.C. Shea & Assoc. Inside The Law
Subdividing Property: A Beginners Guide
By: Robert C. Shea II, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates
If you’re involved in land development, regardless of whether it is residential or commercial, you must always find resourceful ways to add value to the property you own. Sometimes this involves new construction, sometimes its rehabilitating rundown structures, sometimes it’s simply having the patience and fortitude to hold onto the property itself. However, one lesser-known technique is to “subdivide” your land. Subdividing land is just what it sounds like. You simply take what people refer to as the “mother-lot” and divide it into two or more tracts of land.
By subdividing your original piece of property, you are essentially creating “new” land, which will then receive its own lot and block numbers. The reasons for subdividing are numerous. Some people subdivide property to then immediately re-sell for financial gain. Some people may want to subdivide their land for family-related purposes. Some people may want to subdivide their land for residential or commercial development. However, while subdivisions can be extremely profitable, subdividing land is not always easy. Subdivision application
can vary in complexity. Every Municipality has their own subdivision regulations and ordinances which determine whether you are required to appear before a Planning Board or Zoning Board. These local zoning regulations can range from simple setback requirements to flood risk elevations or infrastructure obligations. Further, deed restrictions already imposed on your property may impact your ability to make such subdivisions. All of these factors, and more, must be taken into consideration before attempting to subdivide land.
Nevertheless, is subdividing your property worth it? Absolutely. Subdividing a parcel of land can potentially increase the total value of the land, or help you obtain additional income, and/or help boost the marketability of your land if you already have it placed on the market. Some people even sell the subdivision approvals themselves for a great deal of money. With this in mind, you should contact R. C. Shea & Associates for help navigating the approval process for any type of subdivision that you are interested in pursuing.
Toms River Harvest Arts Festival
TOMS RIVER – The Toms River Harvest Arts Festival will be on October 21 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Washington Street will be filled with food trucks, merchandise and handcraft vendors, a beer and wine garden and local artists selling and displaying their works as part of a juried art show.
There will be free pumpkin painting for
the kids and other kids activities. Live entertainment from local bands throughout the day. Local businesses, restaurants, brewery and distillery will be open on the street as well. Free admission and free parking in downtown during the event. Meet your Toms River Vol. Fire Co. No. 1 firefighters while they are at their BBQ tent and beverage garden.
Items Wanted
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ELRY Looking to buy costume/ estate jewelry, old rosaries and religious medals, all watches and any type of sterling silver, bowls, flatware candlesticks or jewelry. Same day house calls and cash on the spot. 5 percent more with this AD. Call Peggy at 732-581-5225. (t/n)
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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)
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Records. - R&B, doo wop, soul, early rock & roll, and rockabilly preferred. Call between 8AM and 8PM 909-938-4623. (20)
Junk or Wrecked Cars and Trucks
Wanted - Cash paid. 732-6577251, Steve. Thanks. (38)
Bus Driver NEEDED! - Flexible Scheduling. Perfect for Retiree in Retirement Community. CDL w/ Passenger endorsement required. Call SilverWoods Clubhouse for more information at 732-341-4825. (t/n)
Part Time Custodian/Handyman position. Hours 8am to 12pm, 5 days a week. Wages based on Experience. Call for Appointment at 732-2448686, extension 210 or apply within at Holiday Heights HOA, 96 Prince Charles Drive, Toms River, NJ. (37)
Laundromat Attendant - For FT/ PT Good communication skills, math and min computer knowledge. Transportation needed. Long term commitment only. 732-286-1863. (t/n)
CLASSIFIEDS
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Micromedia Publications is looking for a high-energy account rep to sell print and online advertising in Ocean County. Competitive base, bonuses & company benefits. Successful applicant should possess good communication skills & a desire to grow with the company. E-Mail resumes to jallentoff@jersey shoreonline.com. EOE. (t/n)
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)
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R.C. Shea and Associates is seeking to hire a paralegal with civil/commercial litigation experience as well as an administrative assistant. Pay and benefits commensurate with experience. Please call Pam Williams, office manager at (732) 505-1212 or email at pwilliams@rcshea.com (t/n)
Garden State Property Maintenance - All yard work. Tree-trimming and removal, stump grinding, pavers, decks, flower beds, weeding. 609-661-5470. (t/n)
PET SITTER my home. Reasonable rates. Must meet pet prior to commitment. You supply all. References available. 201-519-4659. (38)
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)
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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)
CHEAP PAINTING Done RITEFree est. Senior discounts interior exterior. Call 732-506-7787, cell 646-643-7678. (28)
GARDEN COACH ASSISTS SEN-
IORS & DIY's - Create & maintain beautiful containers, repotting. Planting design, selection, plant care.
Experienced (Master) Gardener/ Instructor. Joseph 732-232-8144. (29)
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The Jersey Shore is a great place to hang out. Mr. Crab knows this and was recently spotted enjoying the summer at the cove in Brigantine. Just keep the tartar sauce away from this little guy. Photographer Michelle Brooks captured this amazing moment with the Atlantic City skyline in the background. Now the Brooks family will be enjoying a Jersey Shore BlueClaws game, courtesy of Jersey Shore Online. Want to win tickets of your own? Send your pix to photos@jerseyshoreonline.com and you may hear from us!
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Field Of Dreams 2nd Annual Car, Truck, And Motorcycle Show
TOMS RIVER – Field of Dreams 2nd Annual Car, Truck, and Motorcycle Show will be on October 8 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 1505 North Bay Avenue, Toms River. Registration starts 9 a.m. Rain date October 15.
Pre-register here: rwjbhfieldofdreams. com/product/car-show-entry-fee.
More information here: jerseyshorecarshows.com/fod.
Here is a show you don’t want to miss! There will be something for everyone to enjoy, so make sure you bring the whole family! Here’s what to expect: $20 pre-registration by September 15 or $25 day of show (Veterans pay $20 day of show!)
Open to all years/makes/modes of cars, trucks & motorcycles 50/50 Raffle
Pure In The Park
TOMS RIVER – Pure is Excited to Announce their partnership with Downtown Toms River Farmer’s Market this season.
Wonderful raffle prizes
Trophies and Awards
Awesome food
Vendors will be present
The park will be open so make sure to bring the kids
Music by DJ Big Al from Jersey Shore Car Shows
100% of the proceeds benefits Field of Dreams!
Join for an open levels yoga flow every Wednesday at 11:30 a.m. until October 25 at Huddy Park Downtown, 39E Water 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.
FOR THE WEEK OF AUG 26 - SEPT 1
BY JERALDINE SAUNDERS
OMARR’S ASTROLOGICAL FORECAST
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Try not to let someone put a damper on your enthusiastic mindset. Remain trustworthy and you can receive help from others when you need assistance with your own projects. Doing the right things could add to your prestige.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20) : Remain watchful when hoping for opportunities and you have a better chance of finding them. You can implement beneficial changes in financial arrangements or business plans that could alleviate some of the strain.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Try not to shy away from social outings or community events even if something is weighing on your mind right now. Remain courageous if you are feeling regretful over past mistakes and you could avoid an awkward situation.
CANCER (June 21-July 22) : You may be ready to book a bucket-list vacation or take an inspiring visit to a special event. Share your dreams and your connections to others can become stronger. A loved one’s attention could bring a smile to your face.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Your time may be coming soon. Make the final plans and prepare for the last steps. The ideal circumstances can make your project take off, but only if you are properly prepared. The pieces are there, the rest is up to you.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Try to keep your energy levels up when you can. Being active can clear your head and give you an excuse to spend some quality time with your closest friends and loved ones. Someone close to you may be eager to please.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Trust is the cornerstone of a solid relationship. You may need to compete to emphasize your credibility. Don’t become so enthusiastic to get the job done quickly that you promise more than might be deliverable.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Relationships can run more smoothly if you spend more time focused on someone’s feelings and less time on financial strategies. You may want to put a new business plan into action, but might need to wait for another day.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21):
Do your best to avoid a narrow mindset. A family member may be asking for too much right now and bring down your mood. Pay your bills, take care of responsibilities, and wait for a better time to have a heart-to-heart chat.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Tackle any business or career matters with intensity and focus on using the latest trends to give yourself a boost. You may need to put on your thinking cap when it comes to making important decisions or changes.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Knowledge may be power, but you could be looking in the wrong places for reading material about moneymaking ideas right now. Spend some time researching and planning for the financial changes you want to implement.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Failure may be integral to discovering how not to do things. Nothing new can be implemented if it is based on assumptions no matter how prepared you think you might be. Useful lessons could be found outside of a peer’s opinion.
THIS IS THE BEST LEMONADE YOU’LL HAVE THIS SUMMER
By America’s Test Kitchen
Our best lemonade recipe maximizes the bright flavor of freshsqueezed lemon juice and lemon zest, and adds just enough sweetness to temper its tartness. We muddled (or mashed together) one thinly sliced lemon with sugar to sweeten the lemonade. In this process, the sugar crystals absorb the intense flavor of the oils in the lemon peel and bring out the lemon’s flavor, making for a lemonade recipe that can cool down any summer day.
BEST LEMONADE
Serves 6 to 8
1 large lemon, sliced thin, ends discarded
1 1/2 cups sugar
7 cups cold water
2 cups fresh lemon juice (from about 12 lemons) Ice (for serving)
1. Using potato masher, mash lemon slices and sugar in a deep bowl until slices release their juice and sugar begins to dissolve. Stir in water and lemon juice until sugar completely dissolves. Strain out lemon slices and chill or pour over ice before serving.
