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Marching Dragons Host Fiery Home Competition

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Photo courtesy Elizabeth Starr-Norman The Marching Dragons competed in the regional championships and took first place in their category.

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Photo by Amanda Lalla The Marching Dragons performed “A New York Minute” at this year’s Musicfest.

By Alyssa Riccardi BRICK – Marching bands across the state all came together to show off their musical skills they’ve been practicing all summer long at a local competition.

The Brick Township High School Marching Dragon Caravan

hosted their an nual “Musicfest” where 15 New Jersey high school bands performed their field shows.

Competitive f ield shows are a combination of musical, visual, and theatrical elements, typically based around a specific theme or idea, BTHS Marching Band

Director Christian Negri said.

“The competitions are all about giving the students an educational venue to perform and compete. Many other high schools host them and will typically attend several throughout the fall. For most members of marching

Mayor Candidates Talk Development, Budget

Assemblyman John Catalano

By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK - This year there is a mayoral election in Brick. The Democratic incumbent Lisa Crate is running against Republican candidate John Catalano.

In separate emails, the candidates were

asked the following questions: What is your employment?

What experience do you have in public office and in civic groups?

Briefly describe the biggest issues facing Brick and how you plan (Election - See Page 4)

bands, these competitions are the highlight of the season,” Negri said.

The annual event has been hosted by BTHS since 1994 and includes a panel of five judges that determine the score based on a rubric and list of criteria.

Three of the judges

score the musical elements and two judges score the visual elements.

“They look at how bands perform and how the show is designed.

The five scores are averaged to determine the final score,” Negri said.

Bands are put into 1 of 4 groups based on the number of members (Group 1 being the

smallest bands, Group 4 the largest). Within those divisions, there is a split in classification.

“A Class is made up of bands whose students are developing the fundamental skills to be successful performers, and are scored with a focus on student abilities. Open Class is made up of bands (Band - See Page 4)

Vigil In Support Of Israel Draws Hundreds

Mayor Lisa Crate

By Bob Vosseller LAKEWOOD – Close to 400 people including numerous county officials came out for a vigil in support of the victims impacted by the recent attack by the terrorist group Hamas.

The vigil was held at Beth Am Shalom in Lakewood

and it was sponsored by Beth Am Shalom, Chabad of Toms River, Congregation Ahavat Olam in Howell, Congregation B’nai Israel in Toms River, the JCC of Long Beach Island, the Jewish Federation of Ocean County, and Temple Beth Or in Brick.

Speakers included local rabbis and other leaders including Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley Billhimer. Special guests included Toms River Mayor Maurice “Mo” Hill, Ocean County Commissioners Virginia Haines, (Vigil - See Page 5)

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Continued From Page 1 whose students are already performing at a high level, and so show design and content play a larger role in scoring,” Negri said “This year, the Marching Dragons are Group 2-A, and are looking to earn a promotion to Group 2-Open for next year.”

The Marching Dragons have been training hard in practices beginning back in June, with the season continuing through November. In September, the band began participating in competitions while continuing to rehearse and perfect their field show.

This year, there are 41 members in the marching band. They are up from 34

Election:

Continued From Page 1 on addressing them.

Is there anything new that you would want to do in Brick Township?

What do you want to do for the next four years if elected?

Here are their verbatim answers in alphabetical order of the candidate’s last name.

John Catalano: “I have been the proud owner of Country Store Jewelers, LLC, for over 30 years.

“I served as a Brick Councilman from August 2011 to December 2011. I currently serve as a State Assemblyman for the 10th Legislative District for the past 4 years.

“Stepping down from my role in the Assembly to pursue the position of mayor was not an easy decision to make, particularly without the certainty of the political outcome. My motivation for entering the race stems from my love for this town and the residents. I am eager to bring my knowledge and experience from the State Legislature back to Brick Township to ensure that Brick remains a great place to live, work and raise a family.

“I have been a member of various organizations including being past treasurer of the Brick Kiwanis Club, a member of the Brick Township Chamber of Commerce and a 45-year member of the Masonic Lodge. I have dedicated my time for over 20 years as Secretary and Treasurer of the Bobby Buecker Memorial Foundation, a charity that helps local families who are struggling with expenses that are caused by catastrophic medical bills.

“First, over-development. Our land use committee will take a vigilant look at the most pressing ordinances affecting our over development and make sure that

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in 2022, and 19 from 2021. The band performed their competitive field show, titled “A New York Minute.” The show follows the band through a day in NYC, from being out on the busy streets, to a concert in the park, and coming across some lively street performers, Negri said.

Their show features Alicia Keys and Jay-Z’s “Empire State of Mind,” as well as original compositions by marching band arranger Jeff Chambers and Christian Negri.

“Every year, the marching band staff looks to develop the necessary skills for the students to perform the field show.

These include marching basics, techniques for their instrument, and physical training,” Negri said. “Our field show this year has a lot of moments where the

students are required to act as different characters you may see in NYC, so we are additionally working on some acting techniques. But all of this is a vehicle to teach them skills that will help them in all areas of life, such as time management, personal accountability, leadership skills, and more.”

The Marching Dragons’ season continues as they recently competed in the regional championships and took first place in their category. Not only did they take 1st place, but they were also voted Best Music, Best Auxiliary, Best Percussion and promoted to Open Class for 2024. They are currently ranking #1 for Atlantic Coast.

Af ter st ate championships, the Marching Dragons will prepare for

the Atlantic Coast Championships at Hershey Park.

“Day after day, this band continues to surpass my expectations. The students and staff have all worked very hard to make this season one of our most successful and I am very proud of them,” Negri said. “I also must mention our incredible parent’s organization, The Marching Dragons Caravan. They volunteer so much of their time to take on many of the tasks that will allow the staff to focus on teaching the students. This includes building props, chaperoning, maintaining the uniforms, being our pit crew, and so much more. In fact, they are the ones who did all the planning and ran this competition. Their support is invaluable and I couldn’t do it without them.”

they are being strictly enforced.

“I will suggest new ordinances, if any should be needed, concerning over-development.

“Second, traffic and congestion. Since most of this problem stems from our state and county roads that run through Brick it is imperative to have an open discussion with both the State DOT and our County Commissioners. Pinpointing the most congested areas and focusing on them with the appropriate partners will start the conversation to see what relief can be given.

“All that Brick has become, and all that Brick will be is rooted in the talents, dedication, and hard work of the people.

A significant shift we need is to return to receiving the rightful state funding for our schools. Brick Township places a great emphasis on both academics and athletics, and it is imperative that we receive our adequate fair share of funding to encourage families to choose Brick as their place to raise their children.

“One of the greatest things about Brick, and the thing I love the most about it, is the people. We work together to maintain a vision of the future centered around safety and community. Recently, Brick Township has seen a rise in criminal activity and this situation requires immediate attention and action. We will accomplish this through meetings with our public safety committee, the chief of police and other law enforcement off icials from the township, County Sheriff’s office and County Prosecutor’s Office. I want to bring our township back to being one of the safest places in America to live.

“In closing, I am confident that under my leadership, I will run a government that is efficient, effective, and fiscally sound. Continuing to ensure that Brick

remains affordable for our senior citizens and young families.”

in Brick, we have completely stopped the development of new multi-family housing, and are actively acquiring open space. Most recently, we stopped the large housing development planned for Breton Woods. We permanently preserved the property as open space and we primarily used grant money, to minimize the impact on our taxpayers.

“We are continuing to work to bring Wegmans and Whole Foods to Brick to join the other newly opened businesses.

We’ve extended our existing store front ordinance in order to encourage new businesses to locate in vacant properties.

“I’m also interested in expanding and introducing new events that build our sense of community and help us get to know our neighbors. For instance, the first annual Longest Table was a huge success, where over one hundred residents met for a community meal. I’d like to expand it next year. I’m also working to make art more a part of our community - we are discussing public murals, art classes, and community art shows.

“I will continue the policies of former Mayor John Ducey. Fiscal responsibility, stopping overdevelopment and independent leadership with a focus on Brick.

We don’t need partisan politics in Brick.

We need to work together to make Brick better.”

Lisa Crate: “I am a teacher, and I work in the Jackson School District.

“I was elected twice to Brick Council, as part of the Ducey Team. Since 2023, I have served as mayor of Brick.

I have served on Business and Finance, Recreation, Public Works and Land Use committees.

“I am a member of the Board of Tooney’s Last Resort, a local animal rescue organization specializing in animals that are hard to home. I am a member of the Epiphany parish. I am proud to have had the opportunity to work with our local veteran groups on projects including the Brick Fallen Heroes, which honor our Brick veterans, and the restoration of the Brick Veteran Memorial in front of town hall.

“As Mayor, I am responsible to the residents for the future of our town. My top priority is fiscal responsibility. We must provide needed services while keeping taxes stable.

“Mayor John Ducey, my predecessor, has given us a road map to follow. When Mayor Ducey was first elected, Brick finances were in disarray due to the fiscal mismanagement, waste, and corruption.

We worked together to put Brick on sound financial ground and this needs to continue. This year, there was no tax increase in municipal taxes. We will continue to reduce municipal debt, actively acquire grants for capital projects, and look for ways to save.

“We also must prevent the overdevelopment that is threatening the quality of life in neighboring towns. We can all see what is happening in Lakewood and Toms River where development is out of control. Here

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Vigil:

Continued From Page 1 Barbara “Bobbi” Jo Crea, Gary Quinn, and Sheriff Michael Mastronardy.

Senator Cory Booker, Congressman Andy Kim, and Congressman Chris Smith sent greetings and statements that were shared during the event.

Participants in the event waved Israeli flags and held signs saying “We Stand with Israel.”

The program consisted of speakers describing the horror of the attacks in Israel, the evil and lack of humanity on the part of Hamas and the attackers, prayers for the victims, and messages of hope and affirmation for the future. A central theme was the resilience and perseverance of the people of Israel.

“There is a deep commitment to Israel in our local Jewish community. We need to come to-

The Brick Times, October 28, 2023, Page 5 gether to make a strong statement to others and to reaffirm the values and the connections that bind us together,” Annabel Lindenbaum, Board Chair of the Jewish Federation remarked.

She shared that the equivalent of this attack in the United States would have left 35,000 dead and more than 100,000 injured.

“Our community needs an opportunity to come together, to grieve together, to share our hopes together, and to condemn evil with a loud and unified voice,” said Rabbi Stephen Gold of Beth Am Shalom. He compared those who perpetrated these horrific acts as worse than animals, since animals only kill for food or to protect their young.

“They don’t kill for hate, terrorists do that.”

Rabbi William Gershon, of Congregation B’nai Israel, referred to this atrocity as a pogrom, not unlike the Kishinev Pogrom. He stressed that Jews today are no longer defenseless, because of Israel. “No matter how much our enemies

may think they can beat us, no matter how much ignorant or misguided people will seek to dismiss the truth about the evils of Hamas and Islamic extremists. No matter how haters and anti-Semites will try and undermine the legitimacy of a Jewish state, Israel will stand strong – and we will stand with Israel.”

Beth Am Shalom President Fran Gimpel echoed this sentiment and said, “this horrific attack and the actions of Hamas against innocent civilians, including kidnapping and maiming as well as killing, defies belief – but it must be confronted head-on. Our brothers and sisters need our voice, and we need to come together - ‘am echad b’lev echad, as one people with one heart - at this most trying time for Israel.”

A special Israel Emergency Campaign on behalf of the Ocean County Jewish community was announced through the Jewish Federation. Funds raised will go directly to help victims affected

by these events and relief and recovery in Israel.

The Jewish Federation has offered $50,000 in matching grant to encourage contribution. Lindenbaum said the Federation has set a goal of raising “at least $150,000 towards this Campaign.”

That means every new dollar given will be doubled through this match up to $50,000. Additional information can be found at jewishoceancounty. org/Israelresponse.

Photo courtesy Jewish Federation of Ocean County Ocean County officials listen to speakers at a vigil that drew around 400 people.

New Fire Department Website LAKEWOOD – The Lakewood Board of Fire Commissioners along with Fire Chief Jonathan Yahr is thrilled to announce the launch of its new Fire Department website, designed to enhance communication, safety, and engagement within our community.

The newly revamped website, accessible at lakewoodfd.org showcases a user-friendly interface that provides residents, businesses, and visitors with easy access to information and resources.

With a focus on transparency and community interaction, the Lakewood Fire

Department’s website aims to bridge the gap between our dedicated firefighters and the public they serve.

Key features of the website include: Fire Prevention Resources: Access a wealth of resources on fire safety tips, and educational materials to keep your family and property safe.

Up-to-Date Fire News: Stay informed about the latest fire incidents, safety alerts, and firefighting efforts within our jurisdiction.

Press Releases: Access official press re-

leases from Lakewood Fire Department ensuring transparency and clarity in our communications. These releases will cover a wide range of topics, from safety campaigns to significant incidents and community events.

Volunteer Opportunities: Learn how you can contribute to the safety of your community by becoming a volunteer firefighter.

Contact Information: Easily find contact details for our fire stations, leadership

The Lakewood Fire Department encourages all residents and stakeholders to explore the new website at lakewoodfd. org and take advantage of the wealth of information and resources available.

The Lakewood Township Board of Fire Commissioners will continue to post their required public documents and other information in accordance with N.J.S.A.40A:14-70.2 on its website njfiredistricts.org/lakewoodfiredistrict1/ Home.aspx.

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Spotlight On Government Correspondence & Commentary From Your Local, County, State & Federal Officials

Following I-95 Collapse, Bill Would Make FTA Emergency Response Program Work Better Capitol Comments Senator Cory Booker

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senators Cory Booker (D-NJ) and John Fetterman (D-PA), along with thirteen Senate colleagues, introduced the Transit Emergency Relief Act, a new bill to improve the Federal Transit Administration’s (FTA) Emergency Response (ER) Program. The bill would bring the FTA ER program into parity with the Federal Highway Administration’s (FHWA) program that serves the same purpose for America’s highways and road infrastructure. The Transit Emergency Relief Act would provide a consistent funding source for FTA

emergency response and grant f lexibility to FTA in how funds are allocated so that transit emergencies can receive appropriate funding.

“This vital legislation will ensure that our transit systems have the support and f lexibility they need to respond swiftly and effectively to emergencies,” said Senator Booker.

“Americans rely on transit agencies to keep our public transport running, even after natural disasters. This bill is about improving emergency responses, providing relief to transit agencies, and safeguarding the critical services that our communities rely on.”

“The bottom line is that emergencies should be met with emergency level responses. The collapse and twelve day rebuild of I-95 showed what is possible

when we get federal dollars out the door quickly,” said Senator Fetterman. “Currently, FTA Emergency Response can take months, if not years, to get to transit agencies that need it. Because of this, when disaster strikes, agencies - which are often already strapped for cash - are forced to foot the bill and hope FTA can reimburse later. The Federal Emergency Relief Act is a simple fix to make a federal program work better and bring real relief to the transit operators that Pennsylvanians rely on.”

FTA ER funds currently take months if not years get to transit operators after natural disasters and other emergencies that negatively impact transit infrastructure, which impedes transit agencies’ abilities to effectively respond to these emergencies. This is in large part because FTA ER funds are only authorized by Congress after disasters that affect tran-

sit infrastructure. In contrast, FHWA’s Emergency Relief program can get money where it needs to go mere days after disaster strikes because it has a standing $100 million funding authorization from the Highway Trust Fund.

Following the I-95 collapse in Philadelphia, for example, federal dollars through the FHWA Emergency Relief program helped one of the commonwealth’s most important highways get repaired in just 12 days.

The legislation is cosponsored by U.S. Senators Dick Durbin (D-IL), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), Alex Padilla (D-CA), Raphael Warnock (D-GA), Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), Ed Markey (D-MA), Chris Van Hollen (D-MD), Chris Murphy (D-CT), Peter Welch (D-VT), Jack Reed (D-CT), Bernie Sanders (I-VT), Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), and Richard Blumenthal (D-CT).

New Law Addresses Youth Mental Health Crisis From The Desk Of Lt. Governor

Tahesha Way U N ION – As par t of the Mu r phy Administration’s commitment to add ressing the national mental health crisis affecting New Jersey’s youth, Acting Governor Tahesha Way signed a bill at Kean Universit y alongside state officials and legislative sponsors to strengthen mental health support on college campuses throughout the state.

The legislation amends the existing “Madison Holleran Suicide Prevention Act” to require institutions of higher education to annually train employees, raise awareness among students, and improve access to resources that will help prevent suicides.

“The pressure and stress many students experience during college can exacerbate mental health challenges they may already be facing,” said Acting Governor Way. “Equipping campus staff to recognize the signs of depression and suicidal ideation and understand how to help students in crisis will

u ndoubtedly save lives.

Our Administration will continue to work towards Governor Murphy’s goal of addressing the mental healt h of you ng people th roughout our state by providing the resources and supports they need.”

I nstit utions of higher education are already required to have individuals with training and experience in mental health – who focus on reducing student suicides – available to students 24/7 either on campus or remotely.

Under the bill (A-1176), institutions of higher education will now also be required to ensure that individuals who have training and experience in mental health annually train their faculty and staff on how to recognize signs of depression among students as well as the warning signs and risk factors associated with student suicide. These exper ts will also make sure faculty and staff are trained on how to refer students to crisis hotlines and mental health screenings.

Given their role as peer leaders, Resident Assistants (RAs) must also receive annual training on understanding the signs and risk factors for depression and suicide, how to refer students to

campus mental health resources, and how to respond to students in crisis.

To raise awareness throughout the college community, the bill requires institutions to conduct an annual mental health public awareness campaign ai me d at re duci ng st ig ma , helpi ng st udents understand depression and suicide, and let ting them k now the resources available to them. Additionally, the bill empowers institutions to share contact infor mation with st udents for suicide prevention supports, such as the hotli ne nu mber for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, the 9-8-8 Hotline, and any other 24/7 mental health hotline deemed appropriate by the New Jersey Office of the Secretary of Higher Education (OHSE).

The 9-8-8 Hotline is available 24/7 for call, text, or chat for those experiencing a mental health-related or suicidal crisis, or those looking to help a loved one through a crisis.

Finally, the bill also requires each institution of higher education to establish a mental health crisis assessment and response plan to be used by campus staff, faculty, and RAs to identify, assess, and respond to a student who is experiencing a mental health crisis.

“We are incredibly proud of New Jersey’s comprehensive commitment to student mental health under the Mur-

phy Administration,” said Secretary of Higher Education Dr. Brian K. Bridges.

“Steps taken today, working in concert with other initiatives and investments by the State, will advance the efforts of New Jersey institutions to meet students where they are with the support and resources they need for success.

Our collective goal must always be to ensure that a continuum of care, f rom i m mediate cr isis i nter vention and counseling to everyday wellbeing support, is available, accessible, and responsive to the needs of postsecondary students from all backgrounds.”

This bill builds upon other efforts to address student mental health, including a recent partnership announced by OSHE to provide 24/7, 365 days/year access to tele-mental health services on participating college campuses and a $16 million invest ment of federal f unds to help instit utions of higher education develop community provider partnerships and build multicultural competency among faculty and staff.

T he Ad m i n ist r at ion ha s also ma de significant investments in standing up the 9-8-8 hotline for all residents.

Sponsors of the legislation include Senator Joseph Cryan and Assemblywoman Mila Jasey, as well as Senator Nellie Pou and Assemblymen James Kennedy and Bill Moen.

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY E ditorial People Need To Be Able To Ask For Help There are two subjects that made the news in the last few years and both of them have one thing in common: they are politicizing and threatening people who are already in trouble. One is about gay kids and one is about undocumented immigrants.

So, this is going to be a rough editorial for some people to read.

The first is the “parental rights” movement that you probably have seen a lot of.

Proponents of this believe that if a child comes out as LGBTQ+ to a school staff member, that school employee must - by law tell the kid’s parents.

The politicians who are riding the parental rights train say that parents have a right to know what’s

going on in their child’s life.

Parents absolutely do, in most situations. This is not necessarily one of them.

The politicians will say that if a kid is going through an important issue like this, that their parents should be aware of it so they could help. In a perfect world, I would agree.

But it is not a perfect world.

These politicians (many of whom have been interviewed by this newspaper and by yours truly) never stopped to ask why a kid would keep their sexuality secret from their parents.

They never wonder if there could be underlying issues at home.

These politicians apparently don’t think that if the child’s secret got out, it could make a bad home life even worse.

I’m not saying that every kid who comes out is going to get abused, but the statistics are easy to find for anyone who cares to look them up. LGBTQ+ kids have a higher chance of abuse from parents. They are more likely to be runaways. They also have a higher chance of self-harm, drug use (a coping behavior) and suicide.

The politicians don’t care about this, though. They only want to make you angry so you vote for them.

Imagine that you are a school counselor or a nurse.

These are the people who are usually first to find out that something is wrong. They learn that a child is gay. The child needs help and they come to the staff member.

That staff member would then have to turn around and

out that kid to their family?

This is basically “don’t ask, don’t tell” for schools.

What would happen if a teen asked the sex ed teacher about using condoms with his boyfriend, then the sex ed teacher reported to the parents, and the kid killed himself? The parents could sue the school. It doesn’t matter if they win. The point is they have a case and they would likely settle out of court for millions. All because some politicians decided that parents have a right to know their kids’ secrets.

Did you ever keep secrets from your parents? What would have happened if they had found out about them?

I bet you didn’t tell your parents when you started having sex.

The other topic was the Im-

migrant Trust Directive that took place a few years ago in New Jersey. The attorney general made it so that police can’t ask the immigration status of witnesses.

Why? Because undocumented immigrants were (are) afraid of the police.

They didn’t want to report crimes because they were afraid of getting deported.

For example, let’s say a woman was getting beaten up by her boyfriend. She would be afraid to go to police to get a restraining order if she wasn’t here legally. Let’s say a teenager saw someone dealing drugs.

They might be afraid to tell the cops if they thought that they might be shipped away - maybe at the same time as the dealer.

The Ocean County Com-

missioners sued the state to overturn that. They believed that the crime of illegal immigration was worse than whatever crime the immigrants were going to snitch about.

They lost. It was your tax dollars at work.

Ask any police officer and they’ll tell you that they want people to come to them if they need help, regardless of the situation. Ask any teacher and they’ll tell you that they want kids to come to them if they need help, regardless of the situation.

Why are politicians trying to make it harder for people to ask for help if they need it?

agents to squeeze money from average citizens. The ironic issue is that Joe Biden wanted US citizens to be bullied into paying “their fair share” while Hunter Biden paid zero taxes on millions of Communist China and the Ukraine payments (bribes) and the entire Biden family collected over $30 million dollars!

Biden vilifies the 74 million voters who did not vote for him, yet, he has deliberately reversed policies that kept America out of foreign wars

and kept criminals on the Mexican side of the border.

To fund the care of illegal migrants, American taxpayers are being extorted to the tune of $180 billion in 2022 and the projections for 2023 are $200+ billion just so the tyrants in government can remain in power.

Before you vote, do your homework since ignorance is the biggest threat to democracy, NOT Maga Republicans!

Chris Lundy News Editor

Letters To The Editor Now Is Not The Time To Hide On October 12, the Jewish Federation of Ocean County, in partnership with the Toms River NAACP and the League of Women Voters sponsored a Candidates Night. It was an opportunity for state and county-level candidates to address issues of concern in order to combat hate and prejudices of all kinds. Democratic State Candidates from Legislative Districts 9, 10, 12, and 30 were in attendance, but not one Republican Candidate from any of those districts chose to attend this forum.

The Democratic ticket in Southern Ocean County LD9, Gabriel Franco (State Senate) and Joe Atura (State Assembly) talked about being upstanders and eradicators of bigotry and hatred beginning with education, lowering property taxes through adjusting school funding formulas, reinstating the millionaires tax, giving builders incentives to build affordable housing, helping to provide a new

homeless shelter in Ocean County while providing services to help them rejoin the work force. In other words, working for all people in all communities in Southern Ocean County.

The Republican ticket?

None of them saw fit to attend this forum. In these times of instability of government at home and terrorist-fueled hatred overseas, they did not have the courage to show up and present their record, or lack of it, for all people in LD9. “Make America Great Again” should mean working for the people, instead of working for a red hat and a pardon.

Now is not the time to cowardly hide. Show your faces, join the dialog, and be part of the solution.

Robert B. Golon Little Egg Harbor

Trump Is Not Above The Law “All I want to do is this.

I just want to find 11,780 votes.”

That’s what Donald Trump

said to Georgia’s secretary of state when he was pressuring him to illegally overturn the 2020 presidential election results in the state of Georgia.

This is just one piece of the evidence that led a grand jury of everyday Georgians to indict former President Donald Trump and key allies - including his lawyers Rudy Giuliani and John Eastman and White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows - on 41 criminal charges for attempting to overturn the results of the 2020 election in Georgia.

Trump led a criminal conspiracy that included 18 co-defendants and 30 unindicted co-conspirators to commit fraud and illegally reverse the will of Georgia voters, even though Trump and his team already knew he’d lost.

When all else 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

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Community News C lub N ews , A ctivities , E vents & A nnouncements

Crossing Guard Appreciation Day

The overwhelming majority of all Nursing and Rehabilitation centers in Ocean County are owned by large corporations with many buildings.

Photo courtesy Brick Township BRICK – Mayor Crate proclaimed October 12 to be Crossing Guard Appreciation Day. In conjunction with Safe Routes to School National “Walk and Bike to School Day,” Brick Township celebrates their Crossing Guards’ efforts and ask all motorists to be

cautious and alert while driving, especially near our schools and pedestrian areas.

They thank all of the crossing guards for their hard work in keeping our students safe on their way to school and braving the elements to fulfill their duties.

National Friends Of The Library Week Proclaimed

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BRICK – Mayor Lisa Crate visited the Ocean County Library, Brick Branch for National Friends of the Library Week.

She proclaimed October 15 through 21 as National Friends of the Library Week in Brick Township.

The Friends of the Brick Library provide resources for additional programming, equipment, support for children’s summer reading and special events throughout the year.

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Enjoy Hot Chocolate At The Polar Express Event BRICK – Come join and get in the holiday mood at this fun event on December 9 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Civic Plaza Activity Center.

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Historical Society Upcoming Meeting BRICK – Brick Township Historical Society will hold a meeting on November 14 at 7:30 p.m. at the Herbertsville Firehouse, 601 Herbertsville Road.

The program will feature a traditional bluegrass band, The Last Whippoorwill,

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Local Pets Available For Adoption

Photo courtesy Jersey Shore Animal Center BRICK – Midnight, the playful panther!

This young domestic shorthair is bursting with energy and ready to pounce into your heart. He’s tired of being cooped up in a cage and yearns for a home that can match his spirited nature. If you have a wand toy, some patience, and a whole lot of love to

give, Midnight is waiting for his chance to shine. Kids 10 years and older are welcome.

Let’s make Midnight’s dreams come true!

You can view this pet and more at jerseyshoreanimalcenter.org. They are located at 185 Brick Boulevard and can be reached at 732-920-1600.

Detective Administers Mock Physical Training Test

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Photo courtesy Brick Police BRICK – Detective Riccio administered a mock physical training test to juniors and seniors at the Academy of Law and Public Safety. The mock test consisted of a sprint,

pushups, sit ups, and a mile and a half run.

Great work to all who participated and thank you, Det. Riccio for being a positive role model to aspiring police officers.

Tour Of Historic Sights BRICK – Brick Township Historical Preservation Commission’s 4th Annual Tour of Historic Sites in Brick Township on October 28.

Tour begins at 10 a.m. at the Havens Farm/ Cultural Arts Center and returns at 1 p.m.

Tour is free! Donations will be accepted and will go towards the maintenance of the historic Hulse House.

Anyone interest should call 732-262-1056 or email jrother@twp.brick.nj.us.

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Community News C lub N ews , A ctivities , E vents & A nnouncements

Micromedia Reporter Wins Two Excellence In Journalism Awards OCEAN COUNTY - Micromedia Publications, the media company behind seven weekly newspapers in Ocean and Monmouth Counties and the hyperlocal website Jersey Shore Online, is elated to announce that news reporter Stephanie Faughnan has won two Excellence in Journalism awards from the New Jersey Society of Professional Journalists.

Faughnan, who has been writing for Micromedia since 2021, came in first place in the Best News Series Print category for “The Plight Of Residents Displaced By Government Land Purchase” and in second place for the Best Arts and Entertainment Coverage category for “Albert Music Hall Delivers Exciting Line-Up For 25th Anniversary Show.”

Micromedia President and Publisher Stew Swann said “It is with great pride that I learned that Stephanie was recognized. Her first-place award dealt with a story regarding full-time residents of a campground who were displaced from their homes due

to a government purchase of the property.”

Swann added “within the story, Stephanie’s sensitive and insightful interviews with some of the displaced residents showed how deeply the actions of others, over which they have no control, can fundamentally affect their lives. Stephanie is not only a great asset to our company, but also to the field of professional journalism.”

“Local residents read our newspapers not only to learn about what happened, but why it happened and how it will impact us. Stephanie takes the next step by using her skills to inspire us to make a change,” Micromedia News Editor Chris Lundy said.

According to organizers of the program, more than 150 entries had been submitted recognizing the best coverage of the Garden State by news outlets in New Jersey, New York City and Philadelphia.

Stephanie and the other winners will be honored on Saturday, November 4 at a ceremony at Michael’s Riverside in Lyndhurst, Bergen County.

The Ocean County Historical Society’s 35th Annual Holiday Gifts, Crafts and Collectibles Faire!

Sunday, Nov. 5th from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM

ADMISSION IS FREE! Located in the Toms River High School South Cafetorium in the Downtown Toms River area.

Use 212 Hooper Ave. as a GPS setting.

• Over 80 vendors • Our popular baked goods sale • Our large 50-50 • A snack stand • A used book sale An Ocean County History and Culture Pavillion sponsored by Ocean County Cultural and Heritage Vendor tables are still available! $50.00 per 8’ foot table. Two for $95.00.

For vendor or general information, please contact Joseph at 732.998.5934 or rjl072001@gmail.com.

Develop English Conversation Skills LAKEWOOD – Expand your English conversation skills in an enjoyable, casual setting at the Ocean County Library Lakewood Branch from 6 until 7 p.m. every Tuesday, beginning on October 31.

Adults who want to practice speaking English, are welcome to join our conversation

group. Strengthen your mastery of the language by discussing various topics of interest to the group. It’s led by a Lakewood community volunteer with a background in education.

Register for this free program at theoceancountylibrary.org/events or by calling 732363-1435, extension 2100.

2023 Business Brew – November

BRICK – Join the Brick Chamber of Commerce for their monthly Business Brew Breakfast on November 3 from 7:30 to 9 a.m. at Sandy’s Café, 2030 Route 88, Brick.

Make new connections and grow your

network while enjoying a delicious breakfast. The fee is $15 for members, $25 for guests. For more information, email info@ brickchamber.com. To register, visit BrickChamber.com.

Thanksgiving Farmer’s Market BRICK – The Brick Farmer’s Market is open for one more special day to help everyone stock up for the Thanksgiving holiday.

The Thanksgiving Farmer’s Market will be held on November 18 from 8:30 a.m. to

1:30 p.m. at Windward Beach Park.

The market will feature your favorite vendors offering a variety of foods and goods that will help make your Thanksgiving a special one.

Holiday Home Decorating Contest BRICK – The Annual Holiday Home Decorating Contest is open to all homes in Brick Township. Homes must be registered to be part of the contest.

Register online and send the best photo of your decorated home to Recreation by

December 8. Homes will be posted on the Township Facebook Page and the home with the most votes will be the winner. Only registered homes will be part of the contest.

Please note: only send one photo - no video - of the home for the contest.

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Here’s To Your Health Dr. Izzy’s Sound News Presented By: Isidore Kirsh, Ph.D., F.A.A.A. (N.J. Lic. #678)

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Improved Hearing For A Healthy Mind

Did you know better hearing might be a key to better brain health? A growing body of research ties hearing loss to cognitive-decline problems such as dementia. So, let’s look at the connections and the importance of regular hearing care.

Both dementia and hearing loss are on the rise. Over 55 million people live with dementia, per the World Health Organization, which also estimates that 10 million new cases develop annually. Hearing loss is estimated at over 1.5 billion youth and adults worldwide and may climb to over 2.5 billion by 2050. Older adults with more severe forms of hearing loss have a significantly higher risk of dementia, according to a Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health-led study released earlier this year. Researchers uncovered a 61% greater prevalence of dementia compared to those with normal hearing.

The study: • Adds to ever-increasing reports on connections between hearing loss and significant dementia risk across the global community.

• Stands apart from some other investigations by comprising a more nationally representative 65-plus population.

• Joins an expanding number of other reports showing potential benefits of improved hearing in helping curb the threat of cognitive

decline.

According to the study’s investigators, hearing aid use was associated with a 32% lower prevalence of dementia among those with moderate or severe hearing loss. Good news in reinforcing the importance of addressing hearing loss!

It’s not quite conclusive that hearing aids prevent or reverse dementia — future research will continue to probe the issue, but it looks promising. In an online report, the investigation’s lead author stated, “This study refines what we’ve observed about the link between hearing loss and dementia and builds support for public health action to improve hearing care access.”

What can you do? Staying sharp and engaged is easier than you think and starts with regular hearing screenings. Whether your hearing seems to be changing or it’s simply been a while since your last checkup, contact Garden State Hearing for an evaluation today.

This evaluation also includes a “cognition screening” called COGNIVUE which is free of charge.

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Contact Garden State Hearing & Balance Center at 732-818-3610 (Toms River/Whiting) or 609-978-8946 (Manahawkin) or visit us at www.gardenstatehearing.com.

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Dottie’s House Hosts 50/50 Super Raffle For Victims Of Domestic Violence BRICK – Dottie’s House, Inc., a 501c3 nonprofit is selling 50/50 Super Raffle Tickets. The drawing will be on December 6 at the B2 Bistro in Bayville (tickets sold separately). The cost of each 50/50 Super Raffle Ticket is $100.

Enter for a chance to win one of three prizes (1st - 50%: $5,000; 2nd - 30%: $3,000; 3rd - 20%: $2,000) just in time for the holidays!

Proceeds from this fundraiser help support the mission at Dottie’s House: to provide safe housing for women and their children through a program that empowers them to become self-sufficient and free from violence. Dottie’s House is a 501(c)3 non-profit.

To learn more, visit dottieshouse.org.

Tickets are on sale now and can be reserved by calling 732-262-2009 or emailing admin@dottieshouse.org.

Founded in 1999, Dottie’s House is a

long-term, comprehensive program offering residents case management, counseling, and therapeutic art classes for the children. Survivors reside in fully furnished apartments. They are assisted with resume writing and interviewing skills to help them find employment or help with completing scholarship applications. They also receive assistance with budgeting, credit repair and other financial support, as well as help with parenting on an individualized basis. Upon graduating, survivors are free, both emotionally and financially, from their abuser.

Dottie’s House relies on the generosity of our community to support the women and children of Dottie’s House.

Limited to 200 tickets. Winners will receive 50% of the amount received for all tickets. No substitution of the offered prize may be made. Winners need not be present.

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Here’s To Your Health Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Amidst The Turmoil: Navigating Stress Naturally With 5 Calming Remedies

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. In today’s tumultuous world, rife with uncertainty and global tensions, many of us grapple with stress and anxiety. The constant barrage of distressing news, heated debates, and seemingly endless catastrophes can leave us feeling overwhelmed. If you find yourself feeling this way, there is an organic route to tranquility that doesn’t rely on benzodiazepines, tranquilizers, alcohol, or opiates.

As your holistic pharmacist, I’m here to lead you through the realm of herbal remedies and lifestyle adjustments. Let’s explore the potent gifts of nature and simple shifts in lifestyle that might help relieve stress and anxiety. These come as teas, extracts and dietary supplements: 1. Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia): Lavender boasts remarkable versatility. Inhale its soothing fragrance through essential oil diffusers or sachets. Additionally, a calming cup of lavender tea before bedtime can work wonders.

2. Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla): Chamomile’s gentle nature makes it an ideal choice for bedtime tea. Simply steep chamomile flowers in hot water for a soothing, anxiety-reducing beverage.

3. Valerian Root (Valeriana officinalis): Valerian root is available in extract or pill form as a dietary supplement. It’s most effective when taken 30 minutes to an hour before bedtime to promote restful sleep.

4. Passionflower (Passiflora incarnata): Similar to valerian root, passionflower can be taken as a dietary supplement, often used to reduce anxiety and enhance sleep quality.

5. Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera): Ashwagandha can be incorporated into your daily routine as a supplement to help your

body adapt to stress and maintain balance.

By integrating these natural remedies into your daily life, you can take significant strides towards managing stress and anxiety holistically. Whether through herbal teas, dietary supplements, or relaxation practices, these options offer a pathway to tranquility in the midst of today’s uncertainties.

Ask or more calming solutions, you have to consider more than just herbal remedies.

Here are a few more ideas to help you reclaim serenity.

1. Limit News Consumption: Excessive exposure to negative news can heighten stress and anxiety. Set designated times to catch up on the news and minimize constant updates. You might take a “digital detox” and limit social media exposure during this time.

2. Mindfulness Meditation: Cultivate mindfulness to stay grounded in the present moment and alleviate anxiety about the future. Try a walk-in nature, or yoga or gardening, or use an app to get more meditation in your life.

3. Exercise: Engage in physical activity to release endorphins, reduce stress hormones, and enhance overall well-being. Whatever makes you feel good, do it! On this continuum, be sure to eat a well-balanced diet with leafy greens that are high in calming magnesium.

During times of uncertainty and global tensions, we have to realize we have very little control over anything and anyone.

So, prioritize your mental and emotional well-being, not just for yourself, but also for your family. Embrace lifestyle adjustments and the herbal remedies I mentioned above, as you harmonize your personal and professional life.

(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.

Brick Morning Rotary Weekly Breakfast Meeting

BRICK – On October 18, the Rotary Club of Brick, NJ Morning Speaker will be Jordyn Small, from “Small Miracles.”

Small Miracles is a collection of people dedicated to improving the quality of life for patients going through cancer treatment.

After Jordyn Small, the founder of Small Miracles, experienced the hardships of cancer treatment herself, she, along with her team, vowed to improve that experience for anyone else.

Following its establishment in 2019, Small

Miracles has made great strides in completing its mission. So far, in its short history, Small Miracles has raised over $80,000 worth of gifts that have put smiles on the faces of patients ranging from infants to teenagers. More information can be found at smallmiraclesinc.org.

The Rotary Club of Brick, NJ - Morning meets each Wednesday morning at the Brick Diner at 7:30 a.m. and they welcome guests and prospective members for fellowship and breakfast.

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Around The Jersey Shore Get Cozy With John Stamos In Virtual Author Talk

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TOMS RIVER – Four decades after springing into national consciousness, John Stamos remains one of America’s most versatile, likeable and enduring personalities.

Meet the man behind the icon online at 8 p.m. November 1 during his Ocean County Library Virtual Author Talk.

The actor-producer-musician’s poignant memoir “If You Would Have Told Me,” available at the Ocean County Library, is the springboard for a candid discussion of life in front and away from the cameras, the cost of success, love won and lost, and the courage needed to keep one’s heart open.

Starting as a TV heartthrob on General Hospital, Stamos developed legions of fans with his comedic and dramatic skills on Full

House and ER and later moved into film and the legitimate stage.

Stamos began a long musical association with the Beach Boys in 1985 and received an Emmy nomination for producing the moving 2000 miniseries The Beach Boys: An American Family. Stamos was nominated again in 2018 for producing the child-friendly Fuller House. He advocates for child abuse prevention and treatment through Childhelp.

Register at libraryc.org/theoceancountylibrary to attend this free program, to view the upcoming schedule, and to view previous talks. Registrants will receive links to the program by email and may submit questions for the author when signing up.

Holiday Of Hope Pet Photos

BRICK – Jesey Shore Animal Center’s Holiday of Hope Pet Photos with Santa will be on December 3 from 1 to 4 p.m.

Enjoy a bake sale, JSAC swag sale, and refreshments. Bring your camera or phone.

They supply the Santa, you take the photos!

Santa’s helpers can help you take your photo.

All pets must be leashed. No aggressive animals, This event will be outdoors (weather permitting).

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Around The Jersey Shore Steve Martin And Martin Short Are Coming To Hard Rock Live At Etess Arena

Photo courtesy Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City ATLANTIC CITY – Steve Martin and Martin Short are bringing their masterful evening of comedy to Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City on May 18, 2024 at 8 p.m.

Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased at HardRockHotelAtlanticCity.com and Ticketmaster.com or 800-745-3000. All shows are subject to change.

Steve Martin and Martin Short are masters of humor, which is often subversive, but it is always a joyous self-deprecating romp from two comedy legends driven to make each other laugh as

much as the audience. The jokes come at you at a rapid-fire pace with little set-up and big punch lines as they mock Hollywood and the fickle nature of celebrity, but the comedy truly soars when they lovingly (and relentlessly) roast each other. Martin and Short’s chemistry and timing on stage reflects a friendship forged over three decades which developed when they met for the first time on the set of the 1986 film “Three Amigos.” These two titans of comedy have been touring together since 2015, when they launched their first live show entitled “A Very Stupid Conversation.”

Police Blotter Man Arrested For Multiple Burglaries In Brick

By Alyssa Riccardi BRICK – Authorities have arrested a man who’s connected to a string of burglaries and car thefts that occurred in September.

Ahmad Singletary, 24, of Newark has been charged with 13 counts of burglary, six counts of theft and two counts of theft of a motor vehicle in the incidents that happened September 15, 17 and 25, Police Chief David Forrester said.

Police identified Singletary as a suspect in several burglaries, one being the armed burglary incident on September 15 on Royal Drive.

In total, Singletary was charged with: four counts of burglary, one count of theft and one count of theft of a motor vehicle for incidents occurring on

September 15; six counts of burglary and three counts of theft for incidents that occurred on September 17; and three counts of burglary, two counts of theft and one count of theft of a motor vehicle on September 25.

A warrant for Singletary’s arrest was issued on September 25. That same day he was arrested in Newark and was found in possession of a vehicle stolen in Brick Township earlier that day, police said.

At this time, investigation is ongoing as there are two additional suspects police are attempting to identify. Anyone with additional information is asked to call the Brick Township Police Department Detective Bureau at 732-262-1120.

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Lakewood Airport Gives Tours To School Groups LAKEWOOD – The staff at the Lakewood Airport, Cedarbridge Avenue, provides tours for local schools and institutions to provide them with aviation insights. Due to safety concerns, airport staff require an adequate number of adults to accompany the children on the tour to provide a competent level of supervision.

Kevin McKenzie, the Lakewood Airport FBO (Fixed Base Operator), said, “We don’t allow anyone to touch the airplanes but we will get close to the aircraft and answer all questions concerning the various items visible on the exterior of the aircraft. I generally walk the group past the club planes tied down on the ramp and point out a few features, such as

every plane is ‘tied down’ so they don’t take off in a strong wind; there are low wing and high wing planes; and propellers are painted on the outer edge to make the spinning prop visible,” among other facts.

School groups will also learn about the unique aspects of the planes at the Lakewood Airport; for example, the twin tail on an Ercoupe or the

reverse slant on a Mooney’s tail. Of course, the airport tour guides answer any questions the students have.

McKenzie said, “Hopefully, we may inspire a yearning for aviation in our youth and possibly in adults as well.”

For tour availability and convenient times for schools and airport staff, call at Kevin McKenzie, On-site manager, at 732-363-6400 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

“Bring Back The Babka!” Storytime

By Author Marilyn Wolpin

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LAKEWOOD – Hear the book “Bring Back the Babka,” by author Marilyn Wolpin on November 19 from 2 to 3 p.m. at the Sheldon Wolpin Lakewood Historical Museum, 500 Country Club Drive (Pine Park).

The School Library Journal described this book as “a food-filled mystery that celebrates the diversity of Jewish food and the Jewish community.”

Books will be available for purchase and signing. Light kosher refreshments will be served after the program. Admission is free but donations are always gladly accepted.

For reservations, contact Robin at 732-330 5384.

The Lakewood Historical Museum is open Saturday, Sunday, and Monday from 1 to 4 p.m. with tours provided by docents.

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Inside The Law Educating Our Community On Nursing Home Abuse

Michael J. Deem, Esq.

By: Michael J. Deem, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates People put their elderly parent or grandparent in a nursing home so that they can be safely taken care of, so that someone can properly look after them in their old age. No one expects that these nursing home residents should get anything less than the proper care and respect that they deserve, but with the hor rifying rise in nursing care abuse, this is not always the case.

According to the National Center on Elder Abuse in the United States, more than 30 percent of all nursing homes in America indulge in some form of resident abuse.

Statistics show that nearly 50 percent of all nursing homes are short staffed.

The staff people who do work in these facilities are underpaid, overworked, and all too often overburdened, which in t ur n leads to elder neglect and abuse.

Even more alarming is the prediction that the problem will only worsen in the near future. More than 91% of nursing homes lack adequate staff to properly care for patients. A Health a nd Hu ma n Se r v ices De pa r t me nt report found patients in understaffed nursing homes were more likely to suffer from a variety of problems, such as bed sores, malnutrition, weight loss, dehydration, pneumonia, and serious blood born infections. It’s a serious concern that will only increase with time, given that the population of people aged 85 or older is expected to

double to 8.9 million by the year 2030.

Sig ns of abuse and neglect may be (but are not limited to) evidence such as patterns of bruising, unexplained injuries, frequent infections, b e d s o r e s , q u e s t io n a ble hyg ie n e , appearance of malnut r ition, emotional distress, and unsanitary living conditions. Document any such evidence you observe, and bring it to the attention of your attorney. Neglect can be just as harmful in the long run as abuse, leading to additional health problems and possibly death.

Nu rsing home abuse isn’t limited to physical abuse; there can also be emotional, verbal, and psychological abuse, where an elder is demeaned or humiliated in other ways.

Many elders needlessly suffer from nursing home abuse in which they are manipulated, humiliated, or physically harmed by the very people entrusted with providing them with loving and tender care. Instances of physical, sexual and verbal abuse have taken place at the very nursing homes where elders are actually supposed to be well taken care of; unfortunately, cases of nursing home abuse in America and also in New Jersey are rising rather than falling.

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Winter Camp is open to Brick residents ages 6 to 12. Cost is 4150 per camper. Camp runs from December 26 through 29, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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Around The Jersey Shore Ocean County Native Serves On Navy Warship In Norfolk

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By Alyssa Riccardi POINT PLEASANT – Point Pleasant native Petty Officer 1st Class Matthew Nobbs serves aboard a U.S. Navy warship operating out of Norfolk, Virginia.

Nobbs graduated from Point Pleasant Boro High School in 2009 and joined the Navy 11 years ago. Today, he serves as a sonar technician aboard USS Ross.

“My hometown taught me how to be a leader. In high school, I was captain of the wrestling team. I feel like a lot of those leadership qualities naturally translated to the Navy,” Nobbs said. “I joined the Navy because I needed structure in my life. I joined the Navy specifically because I felt like it can take you almost anywhere in the world.”

The USS Ross is a guided-missile destroyer that provides a wide range of warfighting capabilities in multi-threat air, surface and subsurface environments. A destroyer is a multi-mission ship that can operate independently or as part of a larger group of ships at sea. The ship is equipped with tomahawk missiles, torpedoes, guns and a phalanx close-in weapons system.

Currently, more than 300 sailors serve aboard USS Ross. Their jobs are highly specialized and range from maintaining engines to handling weaponry, alongside a multitude of other assignments that

keep the ship mission-ready at all times, according to Navy officials.

“The Navy is important to national defense because it shows force globally,” said Nobbs. “We are capable of bringing weapons, troops, and resources anywhere in a timely and effective manner. We are always mission-ready.”

Since more than 90 percent of all trade travels by sea, and 95 percent of the world’s international phone and internet traffic is carried through fiber optic cables lying on the ocean f loor, Navy officials indicate that the prosperity and security of the United States is linked to a strong and ready Navy.

“My proudest accomplishment in the Navy was being meritoriously advanced to the rank of petty officer first class,” said Nobbs. “It took a lot of patience and hard work to get to this point.”

Nobbs said he takes pride in serving their country in the U.S. Navy.

“Being in the Navy means more than just serving the country to me,” said Nobbs.

“I am also serving my community and my junior sailors.”

“I would like to thank my wife, Caitlyn Nobbs,” added Nobbs. “She has always been there to support me and our family.

I wouldn’t be able to do what I do here without her.”

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OCC Foundation Presents Author Stacy Schiff At Grunin Center

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TOMS RIVER – The Blauvelt Speaker Series, in collaboration with the Ocean Cou nt y L i b r a r y Foundation and the Visiting Writers Series, will present Pulitzer Prize-winning author/biographer Stacy Schiff at the Grunin Center for the Arts at Ocean County College at 11 a.m. on November 15. This event is free and open to the public and will be presented both in person and via livestream.

Stacy Schiff is the author of Véra (Mrs. Vladimir Nabokov), winner of the Pulitzer Prize; Saint-Exupéry, a Pulitzer Prize finalist; A Great Improvisation: Franklin, France, and the Birth of America,

winner of the George Washington Book Prize and the Ambassador Book Award; Cleopatra: A Life, winner of the PEN/Jacqueline Bograd Weld Award for biography; and most recently, The Witches: Salem, 1692.

Schiff has received fellowships from the Guggenheim Foundation, the National Endowment for the Humanities, the American Academy of Arts and Letters, and the Center for Scholars and Writers at the New York Public Library. A member of the American Academy of Arts and Letters, she lives in New York City.

Although tickets are free, advance registration is required. Reserve online at grun-

incenter.org.

An ASL interpreter will be available at this event.

The Blauvelt Speaker Series is funded in part by the generosity of the late Bradford Thomas & Eleanor G. Blauvelt and the Wintrode Family Foundation. The 2023-2024 additional sponsors include Carluccio, Leone, Dimon, Doyle & Sacks, LLC; The Citta Foundation, Arlene and Frank Dupignac, Jr.; Kean University, Stella and Marshall Kern; New Jersey Natural Gas, and Novins, York, Jacobus & Dooley.

For more information on all of the Ocean County College Foundation’s upcoming events, visit go.ocean.edu/foundation.

County Official Warns About Buying Flood Damaged Cars

OCEAN COUNTY – Areas of the country have battled heavy rains this year and water damaged cars may be flooding into the used vehicle market, Joseph H. Vicari, Director of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners said.

“All too often after hurricanes, severe coastal storms and flood events, our Department of Consumer Affairs receives complaints of flood-damaged cars being sold to local residents,” Vicari said.

Vicari, who is also liaison to the Ocean County Department of Consumer Affairs, recommended potential car buyers thoroughly investigate all

used vehicles before signing a contract.

“Use common sense and go over the car yourself with a fine-tooth comb. If the car smells musty, it may have been in a flood,” he said. “Turn on all of the electronic systems to make sure everything is working properly.”

Buyers should also adjust the power seats and listen for any grating sounds indicating sand on the seat rails, he said.

Also, look close for rust spots in the wheel wells, body and any screws.

The New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs offers a website listing known flood-titled cars.

The link is available at NJconsumeraffairs.gov.

You can also perform a free vehicle flood check online with CARFAX (www.carfax.com) or the National Crime Insurance Bureau (nicb.org/).

“Not all flood cars may be on the database,” Vicari said. “If no insurance claim was ever made or if the title was illegally “washed” the vehicle may appear to be a normal resale.”

Vicari added it is legal to sell a flood-damaged vehicle in New Jersey providing the title is clearly marked “Flood Vehicle”.

“Next to buying a home, the purchase of a vehicle is probably the biggest investment many people

make.Use due diligence when buying any car.

Getting stuck with a water-damaged car can bring years of anguish as systems fail and the vehicle rusts away from the inside out,” Vicari said.

Another easy way to avoid scams is to always buy from a reputable dealer.

Dealers are licensed by the state Motor Vehicle Commission and the license must be displayed in a visible location, he added.

Consumers may also call the MVC’s Business LicensingServiceBureauat609-292-6500with any questions concerning a used car dealer.

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TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Library is pleased to present a three-part virtual program dedicated to the well-being of caregivers. “Moving Beyond Trauma: A Narrative Writing Program” will be offered at 2 p.m. on successive Fridays, November 3, 10 and 17.

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Most Candidates Skip Recent Forum

Photo by Bob Vosseller Seven candidates took part in a candidate’s forum sponsored by the Jewish Federation of Ocean County, the Toms River NAACP and the League of Women Voters. The event held at the Toms River Library featured 9th District Senate candidate Gabriel Franco, 9th District Assembly candidate Joe Atura, 10th District Senate candidate Jeff Horn, 10th District Assembly candidate Emma Mammano, 12th District Senate candidate Brandon A. Rose, 12th District Assembly candidate Paul Sarti and 12th District Assembly candidate Raya Arbiol.

TOMS RIVER – The Jewish Federation of Ocean County, the Toms River NAACP and the League of Women Voters partnered up to create a state and county candidates forum that was held at the Toms River Library.

The recent event was to have featured legislative district candidates from districts 9,10, 12, and 30 and the Republican and Democratic candidates for the Ocean County Board of Commissioners.

One seat is up for grabs in the commissioners’ race as long-time serving Commissioner Joseph H. Vicari is not seeking re-election. The Democrat and Republican contenders did not participate in the forum.

Seven candidates took part in the forum at the library. They included: 9th District Senate candidate Gabriel Franco, 9th District Assembly candidate Joe Atura, 10th District Senate candidate Jeff Horn, 10th District Assembly candidate Emma Mammano, 12th District Senate candidate Brandon A. Rose, 12th District Assembly candidate Paul Sarti and 12th District Assembly candidate Raya Arbiol.

Each of the candidates who attended were Democrats. 12th District Republican candidate Alex Sauickie, an incumbent, had confirmed to attend but learned of a scheduling

conflict that prevented his attendance.

Each of the invited candidates of both parties were also sent the three questions in advance and were able to respond to them via e-mail. Sauickie responded, as did the 9th District GOP candidates: Berkeley Mayor Carmen Amato for Senate, Assemblyman Brian Rumpf, and Stafford Mayor Gregory Myhre for Assembly.

The Jewish Federation of Ocean County listed the responses to those questions sent via e-mail to their website. The three questions ranged from what they would fight extremism and hate, help families gain access to childcare, and their plans on property taxes, affordable housing and homelessness. The answers from the responding candidates can be found by visiting jewishoceancounty.org/cn The candidate forum was moderated by Micromedia Publications/JerseyShoreOnline. com Assistant News Editor Bob Vosseller.

This follows similar performances where the GOP candidates in Brick and Toms River municipal races declined debates. The GOP also pulled out of another debate in Barnegat.

In these three cases, the debates were cancelled since the organizers didn’t want it to only be one side.

Stranger Things Holiday Light Show 2 BRICK – Welcome to a Stranger Things Holiday Light Show #2 by Casqueira Holiday Light Show.

They are a fully synchronized, radio broadcasted, LED light display. Their music is broadcasted over radio station 103.1FM. They are located at 843 Downey Avenue, Brick.

They enjoyed their Halloween Light Show (2022) so much, that they decided to keep it around for Halloween for as long as they can.

The lights are synchronized to music from the Netflix hit series, Stranger Things. The display consists of tens of thousands of lights!

This Halloween, they are collecting donations for ABC (Animal Birth Control) in front of the house. They will soon release a virtual way to donate to their chosen non-profit organization.

Show dates are: October 28 through November 5 from 6 to 11 p.m.

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OCC Foundation Brings Seward Johnson Sculpture Collection To Campus

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SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 18th | 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM Photo courtesy Ocean County College TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County College Foundation is thrilled to announce the debut of the Seward Johnson sculpture collection on the beautiful campus of Ocean County College.

The significant collection features 20 bronze life-art pieces from the Seward Johnson Atelier placed throughout the College’s main and upper campus, with an additional piece to be placed at OCC’s campus in Manahawkin next month.

A New Jersey native, Seward Johnson is widely revered for his captivating sculptures depicting people engaged in everyday activities. More than 450 of his life-size cast bronze figures have been featured in private collections around the world.

“This installation is intended to usher in awareness of the Ocean County College

Foundation Art Collection as an opportunity to engage our students, campus and broader community,” said Kenneth J. Malagiere, executive director of the Ocean County College Foundation. “In doing so, we will become the fourth community college foundation in New Jersey to maintain a private art collection accessible to our entire campus community.”

Information about each of the works is available on the Foundation’s webpage, along with the location of each sculpture on campus. Visit go.ocean.edu/SewardJohnson for details. The exhibit will be on display through June 2024.

To learn more about upcoming Foundation events and the Foundation Art Collection, call 732-255-0492 or send an inquiry to Foundation@ocean.edu.

My Path To Rehabilitating Wildlife

By Renee A. Thomaier Retired New Jersey State Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator I’ve always gravitated to the outdoors and living things. I loved being outside playing with the neighborhood kids. Back then the thought of everyday electronics was far away from becoming a reality. Whether it be an insect, or plant, a kitten or injured bird, I felt drawn to all things living.

Interestingly, my career ahead would not focus, even remotely, on the outside world. One day…that would all change. While in a local mall, I spotted a brochure in a new store, The Body Shop, baring the words ‘Against Animal Testing.’ Shocked, I picked it up and began to read. I read everything I could find, meeting people along the way, volunteering for various things like rescue, animal rights, and education, I knew my life was heading in a different direction. I apprenticed and licensed myself as a wildlife rehabilitator in the Garden State.

I realized that volunteering was more than just about any cause, but also about me and how it made me feel…inside. Every time I rescued, spoke publicly, released a litter of squirrels, the feeling of doing something beyond myself made me understand who I am, and if I can

say this – I found myself. The expression when people felt lost, realized the meaning of it. It’s about each of us finding our place in the world. It’s about passion, a mission.

Following those things that make me curious, the journey my life has taken has given me strength, courage, and appreciation in ways I would never have imaged.

The world is a fascinating place filled with some wonderful people. Mixed cultures, nature, learning is forever possible.

If you’re wondering why you’re here, look around you. Needs exist in every corner of this fascinating planet. You don’t even need a clue, but only to pursue what makes you curious. Everyone has that thing inside them that they are drawn to. Your journey happens every day. Live life and get yourself out there. Eyes and heart open, I know we all can make a difference. I won’t say ‘if’ but ‘when’ you feel that moment - you will know it.

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FUN & GAMES SUDOKU

CROSSWORD PUZZLE

Across 1 Sarah Spain’s network 5 Percussion set 10 Cards 14 “Go on, git!”

15 Tickle 16 __ were 17 Textile machine 18 Nigerian seaport 19 “Ciao” 20 Medic with an office at Fisherman’s Wharf?

23 Expert 24 Extremely chill 25 Leaders inclined to work as a group?

31 Extremely cold 32 Channel marker 33 Picked up the tab 35 BYU or NYU 36 Sun screen 37 Strive (for) 40 African country in the Maloti Mountains 41 Drains

42 Summits 45 Captain Hook’s incredulous assessment of his nemesis?

47 Statue base 49 Melber of MSNBC 50 Puts comfy shoes through rigorous testing?

56 Tropical spot 57 Safari equine 58 Most CFOs 60 Some game 61 “Middlemarch” novelist 62 Bend at a barre 63 Retired boomers 64 Action 65 Blood bank fluids Down 1 Subj. for those wishing to be bilingual 2 Utterly beyond repair 3 Play down 4 Motto for the ruth-

less 5 Meteorological effect caused by refraction 6 Desktop with an AppleCare option 7 Literary award with a spaceship logo 8 Starting on 9 Lab work 10 Thinned (down) 11 Pulitzer-winning journalist Wilkerson 12 Early ICBM 13 Hung around 21 Play-__ 22 “Science of Logic” philosopher Georg 25 Small ammo 26 Director Jean-__ Godard 27 LAX postings 28 Superhero once played by Stephen Amell on The CW 29 “__ Comes to P e m b e r l e y ” : P. D .

James novel

30 Obama daughter 34 Friendly honk 36 Rats, gnats, and brats 37 Element in an algebraic equation 38 Wall St. event 39 Key that exits full-screen mode 40 Brand of packaged bagels 41 Is extremely frugal 42 Ladybug prey 43 Shuts 44 “The Gleaners” painter Jean-Fran ois 46 River that rises in the Bernese Alps 48 Fuzzy states 51 Move to a warmer state?

52 Drama honor 53 Cut short 54 Ink 55 Place to hibernate 59 “Wide Sargasso __”: Jean Rhys novel

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OMARR’S ASTROLOGICAL FOR THE WEEK OF OCT 28- NOV 3

BY JERALDINE SAUNDERS FORECAST ARIES (March 21-April 19): There may be an emotional situation you must face that could leave you feeling a bit helpless. Do your best to avoid letting a misunderstanding sidetrack your relationships. You might be able to find a new way to make a friend.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): A shift in your perspective can radically change the way you see the world. Do your best to see things from a better vantage point instead of getting stuck looking at any barriers to discover the possibilities.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): In some situations, words may not be enough to show true forgiveness. Show someone your sincerity by including them in some activities they could enjoy with you or inviting them out for a nice meal with friends.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Bringing together a collection of ideas can help; people may not always know if some parts are missing from an equation. When you bring people together they might be able to reach new heights of understanding.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): This may be an excellent time to fill your social circle with some influential contacts or visualize and explore a variety of plans. Greet people with a friendly smile whenever possible; you might be pleasantly surprised by the outcomes.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Experimenting with something unique could help expand your horizon and bring you in contact with some interesting people. You might be excited by a change in your plans or enjoy mingling with a new and exciting group.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Your best-laid financial decisions may be shifted due to some unexpected family dynamics.

It might be wise to hold off on making any decisions or giving a definite answer for now. Focus on your friendships.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You might find that you could have more friends than adversaries than you initially thought.

Your communications skills may be helpful in conquering some problems with the assistance of a helpful sound board.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Friends could be happy to share their advice or offer you a safety net if you find yourself struggling. You might be recruited to help a loved one or partner manage a community service project.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): A family member may offer you unsolicited input. When dealing with the details of some financial matters you could run into a situation out of your depth. Take time to think things over before you make a crucial decision.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Show a friend or partner the faith you have in them by giving their sincere and heartfelt apology a real chance. Let them know you still believe in them, and you could move past a rough patch.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Intel from your casual acquaintances could help to open your eyes to new interests or exciting hobbies. If you are willing to participate, you may find yourself received with a warm welcome. Balance quiet time with social pursuits.

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M&M CLUSTERS

Makes about 30 clusters 2 cups small pretzels, broken into 1-inch pieces 1 cup salted dry-roasted peanuts 8 ounces white chocolate, melted but warm 1/2 cup mini M&M candies Note: This recipe works with milk chocolate too.

1. Mix clusters: Line a baking

sheet with parchment paper.

Combine pretzels and peanuts in medium bowl. Stir in white chocolate until combined.

2. Shape clusters: Spoon tablespoonfuls onto prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle 4 or 5 M&Ms over each cluster.

Refrigerate until chocolate hardens, about 15 minutes, and serve. (Once hardened, clusters can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days.)

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