HOWELL – A World War
II Navy veteran’s recent 101st birthday bash included four generations of his family and fellow residents from Brandywine Living.
Organizers of the community’s tribute to National Assisted Living Week decided to shine the spotlight on Salvatore “Sal” Cortese as he embraced his second year as a centenarian. The celebration adopted a Forest
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HOWELL –
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expressing their support at a previous meeting, the majority of the Howell Township Board of Education have now voted to repeal the district’s transgender policy.
According to the state’s policy, guidance from the New Jersey Department of Education accepts a student’s asserted gender identity; parental consent is not required.
Currently, Howell Public Schools follow the state’s transgender student guidance. The policy prohibits discrimination based on gender identity or expression. Additionally, staff members are not required to notify a student’s parent or guardian if a student changes gender identity
or expression.
Howell Public Schools has now joined other districts throughout Monmouth County who have made the decision to reject Policy 5756.
Superintendent Joseph Isola had voiced support for keeping the policy at the August meeting, and upheld his opinion at the September meeting. However, some board members who had previously decided against any changes have now altered their opinion.
“One of the main points being addressed here is outing students, parental notification. If we do abolish this policy, it does not make it mandatory for parents to be notified. It’s still going to be the way it is,” board member Joseph Mauer said.
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HOWELL
– After all 12 schools reached the requirements, the Howell Township K-8 School District has been awarded the silver level certification and Digital Schools Star recognition from Sustainable Jersey for Schools for the year 2023.
Sustainable Jersey for Schools is a certification program that provides guidance, support and recognition to schools that implement environmental improvements. The total number of certified schools across New Jersey has now reached 337.
The schools that have achieved certification and a Digital Schools Star are: Adelphia, Aldrich, Ardena, Greenville, Griebling, Land O’ Pines, Memorial, Newbury, Ramtown and Taunton Elementary Schools, in addition to Middle Schools North and South.
“We’re thrilled to achieve continued success in the Sustainable Jersey for Schools and Digital Star programs, proudly earning these prestigious awards again this year. This dual-focused assessment ensures our schools stay at the forefront of innovation, meeting evolving student and community needs,” Superintendent of Schools Joseph Isola said.
“Partnering with Sustainable Jersey for Schools, the Howell Township Public School District reinforces its commitment to sustainability efforts and advances its effective use of technology. Our schools’ efforts yield significant benefits for students and the wider community, enhancing education and promoting a brighter, eco-conscious future,” Isola added.
For every school in the Howell Township K-8 School District, they submitted documentation to show it has completed the program’s sustainability actions, (Certificates - See Page 2)
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“Personally, I do not believe we need this exclusive policy. Not only are there laws in the state already protecting transgender students against discrimination, but this district has other policies in place to safeguard all students.”
Mauer further went on to explain that no one on the board is anti-trans.
“There is no hate here. This is not us versus you, it’s us versus government overreach,” Mauer said.
Some members agreed with Mauer, while other members expressed why the policy should remain in place.
“As stated last month, when I took my office as we all did, our job overall as a board is policy making and also to ensure that every child gets what they need,” board member Dr. Denise Lowe said. “There was no prob-
lem with the policy when we had it, whether it’s mandated or not…I am still where I was last month not wavering because that’s what’s best for kids. I want to make sure every child is safe and gets what they need.”
During the public comment, many residents expressed numerous different opinions. Many claimed that the policy is important as it protects transgender students. While others stated how it’s their right to know as a parent when their child identifies as a
different gender.
Afterwards, a motion was made to repeal the policy. Board President Albert Miller, Board Vice-President Cristy Mangano, Joseph Mauer, Ira Thor, and Alexandria Langenberger all voted yes to repeal. While Dr. Stephen Levine, Dr. Denise M. Lowe, MaryRose Malley, and Jennifer Okerson voted no.
Although the board ultimately voted to repeal, the policy remains in place for now as the board is required to take a second, and final vote.
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attaining a minimum of 350 points of sustainability actions. Subsequently, this certified them to receive the silver level certification.
A school receives a Digital Schools Star recognition when they implement digital learning and communication tools, resources and practices. In addition, they document their successful digital learning strategies in the action areas of leadership, learning practices, technology access, school culture and climate and student learning in order to qualify for Star recognition.
“I commend the teachers, administrators, staff, parents and students for their commitment and vision for the future. Becoming certified with Sustainable Jersey for Schools is a significant achievement,” Executive Director of Sustainable Jersey Randall Solomon said. “Certified schools play a crucial role in reducing environmental impacts, improving health and preparing students for the challenges they will face in the future. With 67% of New Jersey public school districts participating and over 300 certified schools, there’s an incredible opportunity and potential for change.”
HOWELL – Join a park system naturalist for these laid-back morning bird walks. They’ll meander through the parks for about an hour and a half to see what birds you can fi nd. No need to be an expert at identifying birds to enjoy these walks. A limited number of binoculars will be available to borrow if needed. Join on October 24 at Manasquan Reservoir Environmental Center at 9 a.m.
HOWELL – The Farmer’s Advisory Committee and the Farmland Preservation Task Force will be meeting on the same date. The Farmland Preservation Task Force will meet in Conference Room B, 2nd Floor, Municipal Building (4567 Route 9 North, Howell) at 6:30 p.m.
The Farmer’s Advisory Committee will meet immediately following the Preservation Task Force in the same location. These meetings will continue to be held on the 4th Thursday every month thereafter.
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Gump theme, complete with Bubba Gump shrimp décor and tunes from the movie’s soundtrack.
A call on social media for birthday cards to honor Cortese led to an incredible response, with 86 colored envelopes arriving for him to open on his special day.
Born on September 23, 1922, Cortese spent his younger days in the Red Hook section of Brooklyn, New York. He came into the world the same year that welcomed the births of Betty White and Judy Garland. Warren G. Harding was president.
Men sported wingtip shoes, while knickerbockers were the rage in fashion for men. Ray Miller and his orchestra played “The Sheik of Araby,” and the average annual income was $3,143. In the world of international relations, a five-power Naval Disarmament Treaty was signed among the United States, Britain, Italy, Japan, and France.
Cortese recalled living through the Great Depression and the relief programs put in place to help those in need. He emphasized
that all worked hard to earn just a little money.
Some eighteen years after his birth, Cortese enlisted in the Navy and accumulated invaluable experience while serving on four different carrier ships during World War II.
“We were out for six months or eight months at a time,” shared Cortese. “We were stationed in the South Pacific.”
A part of Cortese’s military service took place within the United States. He recalled being stationed at a facility in Malibu, where the Navy had a presence.
“They were training young kids there to be fighter pilots because they had ideal weather conditions there,” Cortese explained. “They sent us out there to fix the airplanes and get them ready to fly for the guys as young as me.”
Cortese married his wife Josephine in 1954 and loved his life with her until she died two years ago.
With a twinkle in his eye and a warm smile, Cortese first explained the secret to his long-lasting life.
“Have a glass of wine with every meal,” Cortese said. “My dad always had a bottle
of red wine on the table since the time I was a kid.”
When asked about the recipe for enjoying more than six decades of marriage, Cortese closely echoed his response to longevity in general.
“A glass of wine at dinner every night,” smiled Cortese.
When Cortese decided to further his career as an electronics technician with the Department of Defense, the couple moved south. Cortese described his role as involving overhauling aerial missiles, eventually leading him to Norfolk as a Little Creek Naval base civilian employee. After dedicating 40 years to his government career, Cortese retired, and the couple decided to make their home in Florida.
Sal and Josephine were unable to have children of their own; however, they readily embraced the role of adopting their siblings’ children. That generation played a pivotal role in bringing Cortese to Howell so he could be close to family.
“We were in Florida, and I was all alone when my wife died,” Cortese explained. “They brought me here.”
HOWELL – Life Line Screening, the nation’s leading provider of preventive health screenings, will offer affordable, non-invasive and painless health screenings.
Life Line Screening will be held on October 20 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church.
A package of four screenings to identify cardiovascular disease and other chronic conditions will be offered:
• Carotid artery ultrasound that scans the carotid arteries for buildup of fatty plaque - one of the leading causes of strokes.
• Abdominal aortic aneurysm ultrasound
screening for an abdominal aneurysm that could lead to a ruptured aorta.
• Heart Rhythm Screening (AFIB) A quick and easy test using a 6-lead EKG placed on the arms and legs to identify the presence or absence of an irregular heartbeat.
Cortese’s niece Laura Fox said her uncle lived with her family in Howell for the first year until he moved into Brandywine. Cortese has limited sight and hearing issues and struggles with breathing as a result of COPD.
Numerous nieces and nephews were integral to the 101st birthday celebration, which included Susan Cortese Oneil and her husband, James Oneil, Laura Intanno Fox and her husband Timothy Fox. Their oldest daughter, Brianne Fox Dossantos and her husband Arlindo Dossantos and children Alessia and Jaxon, were also there as was their youngest daughter, Deana Fox Romero and her husband, Santiago Romero.
Despite his challenges, Cortese has mastered the computer and even uses Facebook. Over the years, he’s also put together a library of his collection of big band music. While Cortese admitted he did his share of “chasing girls” during his Navy days, he referred to his late wife as his real girlfriend. Nevertheless, there is one woman Cortese would still like to meet.
“I’ve heard there’s a lady here who has me beat by a year,” said Cortese. “She’s 102, and I haven’t met her yet.”
• Peripheral Arterial Disease Screening evaluates for PAD in the lower extremities, which increases the risk of cardiovascular disease.
Register by calling 1-800-690-6495, text the word “circle” to 216-279-1607, or register online at llsa.social/HC.
Northern Ocean County is in a transportation crisis.
Traffic on such major arteries as Chambers Bridge Road and Route 9, even off season, has become too heavy for our already-toostressed community.
Driving has become hazardous for private and public transportation drivers alike. Pedestrians cross the main roads at their peril. Taxi service based in Brick no longer exists, and Brick residents are paying Lakewood, Pt. Pleasant and Toms River-based companies high prices to cover the cost of extra miles between bases and destinations.
Brick has only two 7-daysper-week New Jersey Transit bus routes, both of which run buses only every two hours or longer, in some places within less than half
Belated congratulations for your editorial on preservation of open space by making sure natural areas of all kinds are protected and preserved from any development (“Those Woods You Love May Not Be Woods Forever” published June 3). Given the undisputed science of climate change, and the awful air quality that we all suffered from recently,
an hour of each other. Riders may arrive at their destinations but have no longer than half an hour there before the bus going back arrives. If a rider misses a bus, she and her children may need to wait for two hours for the next bus back. Many bus stops have no shelters where riders may wait to avoid sun-stroke on hot days or catching colds on rainy days.
Bicyclists are riding on sidewalks to avoid getting killed by texting drivers. Their bicycles have no bells to warn pedestrians and people waiting at bus stops of their approach.
Private and public transportation drivers alike experience dangerous and illegal moves by other drivers, despite the fact that traffic engineering in New Jersey is fool-proof compared to other states.
Ocean Ride patients who rely on Ocean Ride buses for transportation to and from medical and psychiatric appointments must schedule their appointments longer in advance than the traditional two weeks.
Local Brick senior bus service availability has become unpredictable because of high demand.
And during this past year, Ocean Ride drivers have been saddled with more riders (many of whom need help and take a long time getting on and off the bus) than they can safely transport on time for their doctors’ appointments. And we all know how little time medical doctors can spend with patients who do arrive on time.
Psychiatric clinics have no leeway. If you arrive late, even if you’re down to your last few doses of a medica-
tion, you may be turned away because another patient has to be seen. Medication management appointments are 15 minutes short.
Ocean Ride has already lost drivers because of stress.
Ocean Ride drivers are, and must be, not only properly licensed and vetted, but caring and compassionate, because their riders are ill and/or elderly. How many drivers like that are there that we can afford to lose? Who will develop an ulcer or heart condition caused by job stress, rather than quit for something less stressful?
New Jersey Transit (NJT) and regularly scheduled weekday Ocean County bus routes are set up according to demand for riders commuting to and from work. Brick has one NJT route that runs to New York early in the morning and returns in the evening on
it should be imperative for town councils to use every possible means to prevent forest destruction and water contamination.
That involves costs, but cheaper than building schools, paving roads, providing sanitation, police and fire protection. There must be a prohibition on all warehouse constructions as well.
Additionally, your continuing series of profiles of cats for adoption via the Calling All Cats rescue organization is especially commendable!
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This human-caused problem needs a humane solution that you have expertly written about. Perhaps a follow-up or additional article might showcase a few of the successful adoptions and saved lives (both human and feline) to encourage such happy outcomes.
Please keep those positive articles coming.
Susan Addelston JacksonThere are certain people who want Councilman Daniel Rodrick to be mayor, and that’s developers.
Rodrick is anti-development. That’s totally true. But he doesn’t know how to fight development.
The apartments planned for downtown are a terrible idea. But he’ll probably block them using some kind of gray area of the law. We’re going to get sued, and the developer will win. Because that’s what always
weekdays only. From Toms River, through Brick, one of the two daily, through-Brick, buses runs north on Route 9 to Newark and Newark Airport, making local stops to Old Bridge along the way; the other daily bus through Brick runs between Asbury Park and Philadelphia making all local stops. From our area, there is no direct express bus route to Trenton, our state Capital, nor to Princeton - two large areas of employment. We need additional criteria for establishing bus routes, especially because of workers who travel less and work from home, and because many people who have cars and are used to driving cars would rather take buses at this point whenever possible or convenient to do so, precisely because of those “crazy drivers on the roads” these days. It’s a
nightmare!
We have hundreds, perhaps thousands, of service workers who cannot afford their own cars, whose rotating work hours require frequent and weekend county bus service.
Buses transport many more people per square feet of road space; pollute the air less per rider; and are driven by people with more-stringent license requirements (which must remain so) than those who only drive their own vehicles.
Northern Ocean County has become one vast city. Cities have extensive, thorough, well-coordinated public transportation systems which are the arteries of the body politic.
Linda Rogers Brickhappens. Developers always win. Mo Hill gave them downtown Toms River. We can’t get it back now. It’s over. They won.
Rodrick wants to fight multi-family developments. That’s good. But the way he’ll do it is probably going to be bad. He’s already being called anti-Semitic by Lakewood websites. He’s going to say one wrong thing and then open us up to all sorts of litigation.
Do you remember when former mayor Kelaher referred to Orthodox real estate purchases as “an invasion?”
It’s going to be like that, but worse. Because of statements like that, Toms River has already been under fire by the federal government. Jackson’s officials also just got slapped with a fine because of religious zoning. In both cases, both towns have had their land laws written by the court, forced upon them because of something they did. They lost control over their zoning because they tried to do something anti-Semitic and it backfired.
What do you think are the
chances that Rodrick is going to say or do something that’s going to get the town sued, and then real estate developers will be able to do anything they want?
Melanie Dwyer, Toms RiverAs of July 1, 2023 the Midway Beach Condominium Association Board made a ruling that the general public no longer has access to park in the designated handicap parking spots (5) located near the entrance of Midway Beach. These handicap spots are now reserved only for the residents of the Midway Beach Condominium Association. This new ruling is excluding the general public with handicap placards and license plates issued by the NJ MVS from accessing Midway Beach. A large part of the beach community has been visiting the beach for generations with their friends and families. We are
genuinely shocked to hear that the handicap community outside of the Association have been stripped of their access to these designated parking areas.
Without proper communication of the new ruling (or clear signage), beach-goers arrived for July 4th weekend and parked in the handicap spaces just as they normally would. Shortly thereafter, beach-goers realized that their cars had been towed. Rather than issuing tickets, warnings, or implementing clear signage, a handful of handicap individuals were left stranded at the beach. It cost each handicap person who was towed $250 to retrieve their vehicles.
Myself and many more of the community residents are appalled by these new rules, it is only common decency to respect all those who are in need. Any suggestions or comments would be appreciated negative or positive. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Patrick J. Woods Sr. Seaside Park
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-N.J.) and U.S. Representatives Jahana Hayes (D-CT) and Raúl Grijalva (D-AZ) introduced the bicameral Green Ribbon Act, legislation that would promote environmental education, health and wellness, and sustainability literacy in schools across the United States. The legislation would build upon the ED-Green Ribbon Schools Program, which was established in 2011 by the U.S. Department of Education.
The U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon Schools (ED-GRS) is a public engagement initiative for school sustainability that is structured as a federal recognition award. ED-GRS celebrates these schools, districts, postsecondary institutions, and early learning centers’ cost-saving, health-promoting, and
performance-enhancing sustainability practices by bringing more attention to their work. Since its inception, the ED-Green Ribbon Schools Program has been recognizing schools that excel in environmental leadership, health and wellness, and sustainability literacy. With over 700 schools awarded, including more than 40% from resource-constrained areas, the program has been incentivizing the adoption of environmentally friendly practices within the country’s educational system.
“We must ensure schools are better able to adopt environmentally friendly practices which will help foster a healthier learning environment for our children,” said Senator Booker. “This bicameral legislation will expand on the successes of the ED-Green Ribbon Schools Program so more schools, especially those from underserved communities, can provide all students with access to facilities that promote a better environment for health and learning. By recognizing the vital role of sustainability practices and incentivizing schools
to adopt environmentally friendly standards, we can help create a greener future for all.”
The Green Ribbon Act includes three major components, supported by $10 million in funding, to enhance the impact of this vital program:
State Grant Program: This would provide grants to state departments of education, empowering them to increase their capacity to engage eligible entities in the pursuit of becoming green school. Further, it ensures that not less than 40% of funds are dedicated to supporting under-resourced schools, ensuring that all communities have an opportunity to participate in this initiative.
Extends Grants to Nonformal Learning Institutions: Extend the program to include awards for nonformal learning institutions (museums, libraries, zoos and aquaria, etc.), with the award program managed by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Experts estimate that more than 70% of all learning takes place in these nonformal learning settings, underscoring the importance of their inclusion in this program.
Green Ribbon School Award Program: This
would allocate funding to the U.S. Department of Education to provide small, $10,000 honorariums to each winning entity, enabling them to travel to accept the award and/or for use on green school programming. Additionally, funding will support schools operated or funded by the Bureau of Indian Education.
Office of School Infrastructure and Sustainability: This would establish an office within the U.S. Department of Education, tasked with providing in-house facilities and sustainability expertise across the department’s activities. This office will play a pivotal role in the execution of the Green Ribbon Schools program, further elevating its impact.
“In an era of climate misinformation, Green Ribbon schools are doing the crucial work of advancing climate literacy and building the future generation of young conservationists and climate champions,” said Abby Tinsley, Vice President for Conservation Policy at the National Wildlife Federation. “We are grateful for Senator Booker’s leadership in expanding the reach of the program so that more young people can benefit from sustainable, healthy schools with expanded environmental learning opportunities.”
TRENTON – The New Jersey Department of Education announced that Mr. Joseph (Joe) Nappi, a social studies teacher at Monmouth Regional High School, has been named the 2023-2024 New Jersey State Teacher of the Year.
Since completing his Bachelor of Arts in History and Secondary Education from Rowan University, Joseph has been teaching Holocaust, Genocide, and Modern Humanity as well as U.S. History at Monmouth Regional High School. As part of his work at Monmouth Regional, he has taken more than 600 students to the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, D.C., where he has had the opportunity to serve as a Museum Teacher Fellow since 2019. His students have engaged in campaigns to stop human trafficking, incorporate Holocaust and Genocide education into curricula across the country, and raise money for refugee resettlement because of Joseph’s work challenging his students to “Be the Change” they wish to see in the world.
“Today, we celebrate the remarkable dedication and impact of Joseph Nappi who has more than earned the designation of the 2023-2024 New Jersey State Teacher of the Year,” said Governor Phil Murphy. “Educators like Joe are the heart and soul of our state’s education system, inspiring our youth and shaping the leaders of tomorrow. His innovative teaching methods, unwavering commitment, and passion for education have not only transformed classrooms but have also ignited a lifelong love for learning in countless students.
I am incredibly proud of Joe’s accomplishments and the positive influence he has had on our
educational community. His dedication reflects the values that New Jersey holds dear – a commitment to excellence, empathy, and the pursuit of knowledge.”
“I am thrilled to extend my warmest congratulations to Mr. Nappi for his exceptional achievement as the 2023-2024 New Jersey State Teacher of the Year,” said Dr. Angelica Allen-McMillan, Acting Commissioner of Education. “Joe’s innovative teaching methods and passion for guiding students toward success exemplify the very best of our education system. He is a shining example of the transformative power that teachers possess, shaping the minds of our future leaders. We are honored to have Joe represent the pinnacle of educational excellence in New Jersey.”
“On behalf of the State Board of Education, I sincerely congratulate Mr. Joseph Nappi on being selected as the 2023-2024 State Teacher of the Year,” said Kathy Goldenberg, President of the State Board of Education. “Mr. Nappi’s empathy and dedication first and foremost to his students cannot be over emphasized. He ensures that his students are introduced to ideas and concepts that present challenges as well as are stimulating. He works hard daily to positively influence their educational experiences. Mr. Nappi has led different clubs in school and taken students on field trips and has gone the extra mile to know and assist individual students. I am proud to call Mr. Nappi the Teacher of the Year from the state of New Jersey’s teaching workforce.”
Throughout his illustrious career, Joseph has won numerous honors, including the Dr. Frank Kaplowitz Human Rights Educator of the Year Award from Kean University in 2017 and the Ida and Jeff Margolis Medallion for Excellence in Multicultural Education from Rowan University in 2005. Joe has also been named Teacher of the Year at Monmouth Regional High School in
2010 and 2023. Joe collaborated with a national group of educators assembled by PBS to develop lessons for Ken Burns’ documentary “The US and the Holocaust” over the summer of 2022. He published a blog post titled “10 Concrete Tips for Teaching About the Holocaust” to go along with the movie’s debut. This blog was highlighted on PBS Learning Media.
“Mr. Nappi exemplifies what an outstanding teacher should be,” said Brian Evans, Acting Superintendent and Principal of the Monmouth Regional High School District. “He has a gift to
create tremendous relationships with his students. Mr. Nappi builds his students’ self-confidence, and he helps them to truly understand that they possess the power to make significant, positive change in our world.”
In his role as State Teacher of the Year, Joseph will work with the New Jersey Department of Education and give presentations to colleagues and stakeholders around the state, speak with aspiring teachers, and visit classrooms to advance the teaching profession. He will also take part in national conferences with other State Teachers of the Year.
$6,450
HOWELL - Rescue Ridge a non-profit, no-kill, all-volunteer animal rescue group that works tirelessly to fi nd homes for all its animals in need. Founded in 2001 out of Spring Lake, they had rapidly expanded with the love and support from the local communities. With five adoption centers for cats, foster homes for both cats and dogs, and two local kenneling sites for dogs (one kennel located in Howell), not to mention its active adoption events, this group is always in need of basic supplies.
We pull from local high kill shelters, receive calls for help and take in strays, etc. We are now asking the local communities for help in allowing us to continue our mission of saving lives.
Rescue Ridge currently has approximately 140 volunteers and counting. This alone shows you how aggressive and dedicated this group is to giving animals a second chance in life. We incur very high vet bills, along with all the medication, sheltering expenses and so much more. It is with this we ask for basic supplies. “The mission of Rescue Ridge is to Rescue. Our dream is that one day we won’t have to.”
Highland Kennel, one of the two rescue locations is, located at 1424 Maxim
Southard Road, Howell, will be accepting donations for animals in the rescue’s care. There is a donation bin by the front door and drop off times are best from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. and then from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., seven days a week. The animal rescue group also offers kenneling availability to the public at this location.
Rescue Ridge is asking for basic supplies: Monetary donations, wee wee pads, dog pick up bags, paper towels, laundry detergent (h/e is best), large garbage bags (industrial size), Friskies wet food or Fancy Feast any flavor for our cats, kitten milk replacement, bleach (must say kills 99%), gift cards to pet stores, clumping litter, litter boxes, litter scoops, leashes (gentle leaders, heavy nylon leashes of all sizes), collars (all sizes), mops and brooms, copy paper and stamps.
If you or anyone you know can help with any of these items, please donate. Rescue Ridge is always in need.
If you are interested in adoption or have a question, please call us at 732-546-8805 or text, our e-mail is rescueridgeshelter@ gmail.com. You can also visit us on our website and view our amazing animals at rescueridge.com . Together we are “Saving Pets By The Jersey Shore.”
FARMINGDALE – Are you ready for Halloween? Everyone’s favorite activities are back for the Jersey Shore’s annual Spooktacular. Get ready for our haunted ghost walk, tombstone trail, creepy crafts, marshmallow roasting, carn-evil, fortune teller and much more!
This year’s Jersey Shore Spooktacular takes place October 13 and October 14 at the Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore’s Program Activity Center in Farmingdale at 127 Yellowbrook Road. Each day features evening sessions from 6 to 10 p.m.
and features a Saturday afternoon session from 12 to 3 p.m.
Hot dogs, snacks, and drinks will be available to purchase. Please select your entry time when registering. The estimated time on the trail is approximately an hour.
No session of this annual tradition is truly scary, but the daytime session on October 14 is less intense.
Visit gsFun.org/boo to register. Questions? Call our Customer Care Team at 800-785-2090.
HOWELL – Adelphia Fire Company’s annual steak bake fundraiser is back! All you can eat steak, fries, salad, and dessert. Soft drinks and beer included. The fundraiser will be on October 7. Doors open at 6 p.m.; Dinner from 7 to 9 p.m. at the
Adelphia Fire House, 925 Adelphia Road.
Ticket donation of $50 includes all-youcan-eat steak, fries, salad, dessert, soda/ tea, and beer. Buy your tickets online or contact a member today: adelphiafire.com/ event/steak-bake.
HOWELL – Ramtown Fire Company in Howell will hold an Open House on October 11 during Fire Prevention Week. Stop by and meet their firefighters, Buster from the Jersey Shore BlueClaws and Sparky the Fire Dog.
Firefighters will be on hand from 6 to 8 p.m. Please come by and park in the Quail Creek Mall. For other details, please call the fi re station at 732-458-0222 and leave a message. All are welcome.
HOWELL – If you are concerned that your child is developing or learning differently, call Dorothea Fernandez, Director, Pupil Services, at 732-751-2480 Ext. 3805.
You will be referred to personnel from the appropriate school that will consult with you and answer any questions you may have. If appropriate, your child’s teacher will be contacted and a conference may be scheduled to discuss the matter. Your child may receive services through the Response to Intervention (RTI) process, which may include interventions in the classroom and support/instruction from other relevant specialists. You also have the right to request an evaluation for special education and related services by sending a written request for an evaluation to your child’s principal. Include your child’s name, age, address and area of suspected or known disability.
After receiving your written request, the district’s child study team has twenty days to have a meeting with you, the parent(s). At this meeting, you and the team will decide if an evaluation is needed and what the evaluation will include. If you have not already utilized the services of the I&RS committee, the child study team may defer to this process before conducting a formal evaluation. The ultimate goal of this referral process is to ensure that your child is given every opportunity to have a successful learning experience in his/her school.
For additional information regarding the “Identification, Location and Referral” of Special Education Students, refer to the district’s policies and regulations on their website at howell.k12.nj.us.
This information applies to all Howell Township residents, including migrant and homeless families.
FARMINGDALE – The Howell Optimist Club is hosting Cruisin’ Main Street car show on October 21 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Farmingdale.
Judged show with trophies. Show Car registration 10 a.m. – $20 per car. Do not line up before 9:30 a.m., pre-show staging at Woody’s Roadside with overflow alongside Railroad Avenue.
Enjoy DJ music all day, local organizations, craft vendors, face painting, games, entertainers and fi rst responder displays. All proceeds go towards:
• Mayor Harvey Morel Memorial Scholarship Fund
• Mayor John P. Morgan Memorial Scholarship Fund
• Mayor Robert Francis Walsh Memorial Scholarship Fund
• as well as other various Optimist Youth Programs!
For general information email Howelloptimistevents@gmail.com. For specific questions, call: John at 732-678-6607 or Bill at 732-259-0954.
By Alyssa Riccardi FREEHOLD
– A 46-year-old man has been arrested and charged after impersonating a police officer, officials said.
Anthony Burke of Freehold Borough was charged with one count of both fourth-degree Impersonating an Officer and second-degree Robbery. Burke was also charged with four counts of third-degree Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance.
On September 17, Burke attempted to impersonate a law enforcement officer by pulling over a driver and then stole the victim’s cell phone.
Burke was arrested on Wednesday evening
during a traffic stop in Freehold Borough. He now faces up to 10 years in state prison.
Anyone with information about Burke’s activities in Freehold or the surrounding areas, is asked to contact MCPO Detective Kayla Santiago at 800-533-7443 or Freehold Township Police Officer Charles Lasky at 732-462-7500.
Anyone who feels the need to remain anonymous but has information about a crime can submit a tip to Monmouth County Crime Stoppers by calling their confidential telephone tip-line at 1-800-671-4400; by downloading and using the free P3 Tips mobile app at p3tips.com/1182, by calling 800-671-4400 or by going to the website at monmouthcountycrimestoppers.com.
Cha rges are merely accusations until proven in a court of law.
HOWELL – Lucky you! You’ve been invited to the Dunn Speakeasy for the wedding of the year! In this “married to the mob” event, you’ll never know who to trust. With the two families merging together, someone is bound to lose power, which means someone else will lose their life! Get on the trolley and solve this case with your fellow detectives.
The Southard Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary will be hosting a Murder Mystery Dinner Show on October 20 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $50. Enjoy a buffet dinner, dessert, coffee and tea as well as a bar. Purchase at eventbrite.com/e/murder-mystery-dinner-show-tickets-584108031847.
HOWELL – The Southard Grange #218 is hosting a Fall Craft Show on October 7 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. ay 4860 US-9, Howell.
Open to everyone! Come on by for some pre-holiday shopping. Some items that are vendor will be providing: wood burned earrings, sea glass art, dolls, cloth pumpkins, tie-dye, holiday mugs, holiday signs, keychains, custom jewelry, car fresheners, holiday tree & wares, t-shirts, sweatshirt, hoodies, glassware, candles. recycled CD disco balls, painting, plants, tied dye, resent art, dried flower art, ornaments, hats, scarves, crouched pumpkins, blankets, pet bandanas, holiday stocking, baby sets, tumblers, toe bags, and more!
Vendors can contact southard218@gmail. com if interested.
Once an injury claim is reported to an insurance company their number one priority is to stop the bleeding. Not your bleeding; their bleeding! The primary concern of any insurance company is to find a way to not pay your claim, so you will be immediately investigated.
A personal injury claim is built on evidence. While your lawyer is compiling evidence to support your claim, the insurance adjuster on the other side is looking for ways to undermine it.
Beware of prying eyes. Your social media accounts are full of tidbits — even your most innocent posts, photos, or those you are tagged in — can be woven together and used against you. Even posts made by your family and friends are fair game for an aggressive adjuster. Even if all your social media accounts are protected with the strictest privacy controls, sometimes harmful information finds its way into the hands of the adjuster. It’s used as evidence to reduce their financial exposure or, worse yet, to prevent you from receiving any compensation at all.
Adjusters look for the weakest link. If they sense you lack self-control, they may try to friend you on Facebook or follow you on Instagram. They also may try to buddy up to your friends to get insider information about you and the accident. Even your posts on dating sites can be mined and used against you.
Avoid doing anything on social media that could hurt your claim. You only have one opportunity to get this right, so you should leave nothing to chance. Tell your friends to refrain from posting anything about you or tagging you in photos on social media — past, present,
or future.
If you see the need to delete anything from your accounts, ask your attorney first. It could be seen as an attempt to destroy evidence.
What Not to Do on Social Media After a Car Accident
Sharing information about your case on social media makes it public. You instantly give up any confidentiality protections. The defense can subpoena it and use it against you. It’s best to post nothing.
For this reason, keep in mind the following:
• Don’t reply to questions from your friends or family asking about how you’re feeling.
• Don’t post photos of yourself exercising or doing anything physical.
• Don’t post any medical information or anything from your attorney.
• Don’t post “check-ins.”
• Don’t accept “friend” or “follow” requests from people you don’t know.
• Don’t bad-mouth the insurance company.
• Don’t defend your actions during the accident.
• Don’t send texts or private messages.
• Don’t lie, especially about when events occurred. Everything online is time-stamped and can be used against you.
• Contact R.C. Shea & Associates If You Have Been Injured
If you’re the victim of an accident then choosing the right personal injury lawyer is the most important decision you will make.
At R.C. Shea & Associates, a firm with over 35 year of experience, a Certified Civil Trial Layer will handle your case. There’s nothing to lose and everything to gain by scheduling a free consultation. Contact us now to get started.
(732) 505-1212.
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HOWELL – Spooky season is just around the corner! Trunk or Treat 2023 taking place on October 26 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Soldier Memorial Park.
Join for decorated cars, wacky costumes and loads of candy! Brought to you by Howell PAL, Howell Police Department, Howell PBA, and Howell Township. Vendors interested in decorating a car should contact Joanne Mandracchia at jmandracchia@howellpal.org.
Send your community events to news@jerseyshoreonline.com
In am a recent transplant from central/northern Jersey. I moved to the Jersey shore during the pandemic in 2020. No matter where I live, I am aware of animals, whether they be wild or domestic.
It was a sunny weekday in March around
9 a.m. when I was heading out to do some shopping. As I near the stop sign to merge onto Route 37 East, I noticed an adult rabbit in front of me running along the median. My heart stopped. Before I could act, the rabbit approached an opening in the median at the light and traveled over to the opposite side of the highway. I was hoping the rabbit would find its way across the highway to safety, al-
though my experience tells me it was unlikely. Several hours later I was returning home on Route 37 West and found myself looking eagerly ahead hoping to see the road clear of the unfortunate rabbit. I did not, but instead found the rabbit was along the median where he was hours earlier. Adrenaline racing though my body as drove I passed the rabbit; I could see its fur blowing from the cars passing it in
the fast lane. I couldn’t imagine the several hours it stayed there and how terrifying it must have been. Rabbits stress out easily. I knew I had to do something. I circled around to arrive at a gas station that was conveniently at the intersection and quickly ran towards the corner at the traffic light, which was green in my favor. Quickly removing my sweater in hopes of ushering the rabbit to safety, I approached it. He zig-zagged several times, stood up at one point, continued to cautiously move forward, stopping and going, before he took off for the residential area. Suddenly, the emergency was over.
The entire time, I didn’t hear one horn blow, despite that assisting the animal during lunch hour, seemed like an eternity to me, all was quiet. I went back to my parked vehicle, and I recall the attendant looked at me like he’d just witnessed a miracle. Miracle or not, it sure felt like one.
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.
LINCROFT – From pumpkin painting to wagon rides, Thompson Park Day is the quintessential fall festival that the whole family can enjoy! Held from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on October 15 at Thompson Park, 805 Newman Springs Road, Lincroft, the event also features kids’ races, archery, a climbing wall, inflatables, mechanical rides, apple cider demos, a pie-eating contest, live entertainment, and so much more. Highlights of the day include a Scarecrow Contest, the Spooktacular Jack O’Lantern Contest, and the Strut Your Mutt Halloween Parade & Contest. Details for these contests are available online at MonmouthCountyParks. com. Some activities require a fee. Admission and parking are free.
To learn more about Thompson Park Day or other Park System activities, visit MonmouthCountyParks.com or call the Park System at 732-842-4000.
LAKEWOOD – The Ocean County Society of Model Railroaders will be having their fall open house on Saturday, October 14 and Sunday, October 15, from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m.
The club will be running both modern and traditional trains, both passenger and freight. Additionally, there will be some spooky trains and Thomas the Tank Engine will be making an appearance for the young ones.
The event will be held at Pine Park/Kuser Hall, 502 Country Club Road. Follow the signs for the train show and Lakewood Historical Museum.
The Ocean County Society of Model Railroaders is a nonprofit, and donations are always appreciated.
For more information, visit OCSMR.com or call 732-363-7799.
Emily, once a sound sleeper, found her nights plagued by vivid, distressing nightmares. These night terrors, triggered by newfound stressors and medication side effects, left her sleep-deprived and desperate for relief. While her doctor initially attributed her nightmares to her recent family problems, Emily’s discovery of my article on medication-induced dreams offered her a solution.
Medications can profoundly impact our dreams, an often-overlooked possibility. In Emily’s case, the culprit was a statin drug, prescribed for cholesterol management, but known to cause nightmares and mood changes. By temporarily discontinuing the medication and embracing lifestyle changes like exercise, a low-carb, high-protein diet, and lipid management supplements, Emily has been able to reclaim peaceful nights!
While these unsettling dreams are a part of life, chronic or frequent nightmares are not. It’s essential to recognize that drugs can also induce bad dreams.
Here are the top 10 drug categories that can cause nightmares:
• Antidepressants, especially SSRIs
• Antipsychotics
• Beta-Blockers
• Statins
• ADHD medications
• Smoking cessation aids
• Corticosteroids
• Antibiotics
• Blood Pressure medications
• Anti-malaria drugs
It’s crucial never to discontinue medications abruptly due to nightmares; consult your physician for proper tapering or alternative solutions or therapeutic equivalents.
Similarly, some herbal remedies and vitamins can induce nightmares, including melatonin, valerian root, excessive amounts of vitamin B6 and ginseng. There are others too.
Sometimes a simple fix can be made. For example, adjust the timing of your medication. You can also consider a dosage reduction. The goal is to minimize dream-related side effects while capitalizing on the medication’s benefits.
I like integrating things so consider combination therapies. By that, I mean using a natural aid along with a drug. For example, a statin with some fish oils. Or an antidepressant with some magnesium.
Adhere to good sleep hygiene and optimize your bedroom so it’s cool, comfy, and dark at night. It wouldn’t hurt to keep a sleep diary and not any nightmare patterns.
I think the most important thing is to keep an open line of communication about medication experiences with your physician. That way if a new side effect occurs on the heels of a prescription or herbal you started taking, you can immediately figure it out rather than waste months of sleepless nights! Share any new symptoms or concerns to optimize your health regimen.
Having nightmares is awful. It can make you not even want to go to bed at night! It can impact cardiovascular function too so even though it’s a bad dream, and you don’t even remember it (which is pretty normal), you should get try to get to the root cause.
Before seeking expensive sleep specialists or additional medications, consult your doctor to investigate if your existing medication or supplement regimen is contributing to the issue. Always consult with your healthcare provider about adjusting or discontinuing medications, as sudden changes can be harmful.
(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.
TINTON FALLS – A doctor who harbored two women from India to be household servants for low pay, threatening them with deportation and risking one of their lives, had her license temporarily suspended.
Dr. Harsha Sahni, who has a rheumatology practice in Colonia, pleaded guilty in February to federal criminal charges of Conspiracy to Conceal and Harbor Aliens and Filing a False Tax Return in connection to harboring two Indian nationals from 2013 through 2021. Sahni allegedly forced one of the victims, who lived with her, to work 15 hours a day, seven days a week, and would not allow the victim to receive potentially life-saving treatment for an aneurysm without the victim first finding someone to cover her daily duties in Sahni’s home.
Her license is suspended temporarily. However, there is an administrative action pending that would permanently revoke her license to practice medicine.
“The criminal exploitation and utter disregard for the well-being of the victims in this case shocks the conscience and violates the most basic principles of medical practice,” said Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin. “To protect the public and the integrity of the medical profession, we are securing the temporary suspension of Dr. Sahni’s medical license pending the outcome of these very serious allegations against her.”
When pleading guilty, Sahni admitted she knew the victims were in the country illegally. She said she provided them food, clothing, and housing but paid them less than legally employed housekeepers. She instructed them to tell immigration that they were tourists. She also didn’t pay taxes related to their labor.
The State alleged that the first victim worked from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. for roughly $240 to $600 a month, which Sahni paid to their family in India.
Sahni also falsely claimed the victim had been abused by her husband in order to scam
a domestic violence charity into giving her free dental treatment, according to officials. She repeated the scam with the Visiting Nurse Association of Central Jersey’s Community Health Center
Furthermore, Sahni allegedly ignored complaints of headaches after the victim had a car crash in 2014. The headaches continued to worsen, while Sahni would tell her to take painkillers and continue working. Finally, she had to bring the victim to a doctor, and it was revealed she had an unruptured aneurysm in her brain. She pretended to be the victim’s sister and talked her into leaving the hospital against medical advice.
The next day, neurosurgeons at JFK University Medical Center’s Neuroscience Institute said there was a 1-in-5 chance that the aneurysm would rupture and she could die. Sahni, pretending to be the victim’s primary care physician, continued to tell the victim not to have surgery while making her work 15 hours a day.
After the victim spoke to family members in India, police said she pushed for the surgery. Sahni told her she couldn’t have the surgery until she found a replacement. There is no evidence in the victim’s medical record that the victim had any follow-up treatment or surgery scheduled.
“Dr. Sahni’s inhumane treatment of the two victims, and her use of her license to perpetrate it, demonstrate a gross lack of judgment that cannot be compartmentalized from her duties as a physician,” said Cari Fais, Acting Director of the Division of Consumer Affairs. “This conduct cannot be tolerated in the medical profession, as it places patients at risk and degrades the profession as a whole.”
Sahni’s criminal sentencing is scheduled for October 5. As part of the plea agreement, she faces up to 30 months in federal prison. She has to pay the victims a combined $642,212 and will pay up to $200,000 for treatment of the aneurysm. She would also have to pay restitution to the IRS.
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Seaside Park - Yearly one bedroom apartment $1,450 and Bayfront, Marina, three bedroom private Capecod home with waterfront deck and sunsets $3,200. 908-278-5491. (43)
St. Maximilian Flea Market - The
K of C of St. Maximilian Kolbe Church will be holding a flea market on Saturday, Sept 30 at parish hall, 130 St. Maximilian Lane. Rain or shine. Call Rich Muller for details 732-255-4834. (42)
Moving Sale Remnents Of Home -
To be sold at 1st come 1st served. 1815 Lakeside Dr. South, Forked River. Will take appointments 609-339-5361.
King size sleep number bed, dressers, kitchen table, 2 person sofa, secretary's desk, etc. (42)
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)
$$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$
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)
Comics Wanted - Ten cent and Twelve cent comics must be before 1970. I will pay cash. Call 732-277-7327 anytime. (42)
Vinyl Records Wanted - Paying cash for LP albums. Rock, Reggae, Blues, Jazz. Very Good condition only. Call Rick 908-616-7104. (t/n)
CASH PAID!! LP records - stereos, musical instruments, guitar, saxophone, CD’s, reel tapes, music related items. Come to you. 732-804-8115. (44)
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)
Junk or Wrecked Cars and Trucks
Wanted - Cash paid. 732-6577251, Steve. Thanks. (43)
Cash - Top dollar, paid for junk, cars running and nonrunning, late model salvage, cars and trucks, etc. 732-928-3713. (t/n)
I Buy Records - 33/45. Cash paid. Call Eddie first! 732-829-5908 anytime. Travel to you fast deals! (41)
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)
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)
DAY Substitutes Wanted for the Ocean County Vocational Technical School District - Administrators, Couriers, Custodial, School Nurses/ RN, Secretarial, Teachers for Trade
Skill Areas – Auto, Childcare, Collision, Construction, Cosmetology, Culinary, Dental, Diesel Engine, Electrical, Engineering, Heavy Equipment Operator, HVAC, Machine, Marine, Medical, Plumbing, Welding & Woodworking or visit www.ocvts. org/employment. EOE. Please email resume to: tedgar@ocvts.org or call Theresa at 732-240-6414 X3317. (44)
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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)
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)
Full Time receptionist Magnolia Gardens - Family owned and operated Assisted living community looking to fill full time receptionist position. Weekend help needed. All positions start at $15 an hour. For more information call 732-557-6500 or come to our home and fill out an application at 1935 Lakewood Road, Toms River 08755. (42)
Dietary Aides Full time, part time, Weekends - Magnolia Gardens
Family owned and operated Assisted living community looking for full or part time Dietary aides. All positions start at $15.00 an hour. For more information call 732-557-6500 or come to our home and fill out an application at 1935 Lakewood Road, Toms River 08755. (42)
Laundromat Attendant - For FT/
PT Good communication skills, math and min computer knowledge. Transportation needed. Long term commitment only. 732-286-1863. (t/n)
Animal Lovers - Volunteers needed to help feed homeless cats 1 or 2 days weekly. Call 732-3672932, leave message. (43)
Now Training School Bus Drivers - School routes and athletic trips in Ocean County. Free CDL Training $22 per hour and $3000 Sign on bonus. Please call Klarr Transport 732-905-5100 or email klarrtransport@gmail.com. (44)
Gardener For Large Yard - Weekly planting, move plants. No lawn service need. Apply, Call Mrs. B 732-269-2340. (41)
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)
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. (t/n)
Housecleaning - Painting, shopping, laundry window cleaning, carpet cleaning. Very good prices. 732773-5078, 848-287-3944. (44)
Garden State Property Maintenance - All yard work. Tree-trimming and removal, stump grinding, pavers, decks, flower beds, weeding. 609-661-5470. (t/n)
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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)
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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)
MY HANDY CREW - Home repairs, carpentry, painting roofing and siding, decks, powerwashing, yardwor,k all your home maintenance needs. $ave. Call Clark 732-850-5060. Insured and NJ License #13VH11804800. (46)
LANDSCAPING - Restorations, Repairs, Stones, Mulch, Sod Installs, Hedges, Shrubs, Bushes, Downed Branches Trimmed & Removed, Demolition, Cleanouts, ect., Dumpster service provided by A901 Licensed Hauler ect. MAN WITH VAN LLC. Jim 609-335-0330 HIC# 13vh10806000. NO JOB TOO SMALL! (20)
PET SITTER my home. Reasonable rates. Must meet pet prior to commitment. You supply all. References available. 201-519-4659. (38)
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. (42)
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THE RIDE GUY - Takes you anywhere! No limits. Comfy mini-van. Call Charlie 732-2163176 or Email: cr@exit109.com. References. Let's Go! (t/n)
Bobs Waterproofing - Basement and crawlspace waterproofing. Mold testing, removal and prevention. Family owned. Fully licensed and insured. Call Bob 732-616-5007. (t/n)
Wallpaper and Bordering - Hanging and removal of old. No job too big or small. Great references. Call Angela 609-290-9702. (49)
DIRECTV Sports Pack - 3 Months on Us! Watch pro and college sports LIVE. Plus over 40 regional and specialty networks included. NFL, College Football, MLB, NBA, NHL, Golf and more. Some restrictions apply. Call DIRECTV 1-877-557-1213. (t/n)
Interior Exterior Painting - 27 years experience. Fully insured, free estimates. Call Tommy 609-661-1657. Lic# 13VH04548900. (41)
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)
A1 HANDYMAN SERVICESOver 30 years experience in all phases of home improvements. Free estimates and referrals. Call John 267-475-7962. (49)
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)
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While Six Flags Great Adventure announced that the Drive-Thru Safari will be reworked for the 2024 season, you can still drive through today! Micromedia’s Production Manager Ali Gradzki, took this pic of a giraffe on a recent visit with her family. Have a picture you would like to show off? Want to win a prize? Email photos@jerseyshoreonline.com and watch this space!!
HOWELL – Join the Prince of Peace Lutheran Church for their 16th Annual Gift Auction. You may begin purchasing and
dropping tickets on October 8. Tickets will be pulled on October 14 at 3 p.m. Join at the Parish Hall or via Facebook Livestream.
FOR THE WEEK OF SEPT 30- OCT 6
BY JERALDINE SAUNDERS
ARIES (March 21-April 19) : Try not to sweat the small stuff. Do your best to build up an immunity to trivial things that could get under your skin. You can gain some understanding by offering to listen to a dear person’s worries or concerns.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Loved ones could be hiding multiple layers even if they say very little. Still waters can still run deep and there may be an opportunity to dive deeper. Opportunity might come knocking on your door so keep your ears open.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You may have worked very hard to prove yourself, but one bad word can spread like fire. Try not to let the rumor mill tarnish your shiny track record. Be ready with the data and proof if whispers start echoing.
CANCER (June 21-July 22) : You might be at a crossroads where maintaining the status quo is the safest way to go. A new opportunity could be coming, but outside factors can bring complications if you move too fast so it may be best to wait for now.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) : What you see may not always be what you get. You could be disappointed if you try to be logical when addressing more emotional issues. This might not be the best time to buy something suggested by a family member.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) : It can be challenging to achieve your heart’s truest desire without sometimes ruffling a few feathers or causing a misunderstanding. Some people may not be ready to reply even if you leave a polite and detailed message.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) : You might need to keep a clear head in order to deal with some hidden emotional issues right now. Offering unconditional love and understanding can help put any minor upsets that may arise right again.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): One of the joys of modern living is that almost any information, product, or service is available right from your phone. Don’t be afraid to self-promote; let them all know who you are and what you do.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Keeping your arms open wide can welcome in an embrace. Remain approachable whenever possible even if differences of opinion may cause a disagreement with a loved one or friend. Mixed messages could cause avoidable mistakes.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You may understand that organization can be a more efficient way to avoid wasting precious time. If you do your best to focus on your usual routines, you might not be tempted to go on a wild goose chase with someone.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You may need to work hard to earn every dollar. It is wise to never risk money you cannot afford to lose, but you might be more willing to spend a little more to purchase something that should be durable.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Even with the best intentions some conversations may feel like an attack. You could be in a more sensitive mood or may have misunderstood something. Take a breath and regroup before reviewing the conversation.
FREEHOLD – Center Players is pleased to begin its 2023-24 season with a Signature Series production of the enduringly popular “Steel Magnolias.” The comedic drama will run weekends October 13 to November 5 at Center Playhouse at 35 South Street in downtown Freehold, NJ. Robert Harling’s 1987 play takes place in a beauty salon in Louisiana where all the ladies who are “anybody” come to have their hair done. Helped by her eager new assistant, the outspoken, wise-cracking Truvy dispenses shampoos and free advice to the town’s rich curmudgeon, Ouiser; eccentric millionaire Miss Clairee, and the local social leader M’Lynn, whose daughter Shelby is about to marry a “good ole
boy.” What begins as a comedy eventually turns tragic, and the sudden realization of the characters’ mortality and underlying strength through friendship makes the play truly touching and memorable.
Directed by Sharon Coyle and Mark Papa, the Center Players cast features a local, award-winning cast: Andrea Bell Wolff (Truvy), Christa Collier (Annelle), Jennifer Hyman Zimmerman (Clairee), Julia Angeliadis (Shelby), Samantha Ambler (M’Lynn) and Rachel Hamilton (Ouiser). Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm, and Sundays at 2pm. Tickets are priced at $28-$30 and can be purchased at centerplayers.org or by calling 732462-9093.
HOWELL – Preschool disabled assessments will be conducted to determine eligibility for the Howell Township Schools’ Preschool Disabled Program.
Children are eligible who exhibit delays in:
• Cognitive skills
• Communication skills
• Emotional/behavioral problems
• Children who have physical handicaps
Age Requirement:
• Three- and four-year olds
• Children who will be five years old after October 1, 2023
Children are eligible to attend the preschool program when they reach the age of 3 years. Testing begins three months before a child’s third birthday.
free to all Howell residents who qualify. Interested parents/guardians can call the Child Study Team at 732-751-2489 ext. 4071 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. And 3 p.m. To identify your child as a preschool candidate.
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