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This photo shows how tidal flooding is impacting shore communities. By Chris Lundy BERKELEY – The township is looking into federal funding to elevate a number of roads to prevent the flooding that seems to be happening more and more every year. It used to be that only low-lying areas would flood consistently. Locals tried to avoid these spots, but the people living on these roads would be inconvenienced every time there was a heavy rain. Some areas are close to the Toms River
or the Barnegat Bay, so they were prone to flooding from high tides. The town would respond by fixing problem spots when they could, but the flooding has become so common that perhaps a larger solution is needed. One particular area of contention is Bayview Avenue, Councilman James Byrnes said. The long road is surrounded by marsh and it floods frequently. “Every time it rains, we put a barricade up and
we lose an emergency route,” he said. This could compound issues. If a hurricane causes an evacuation, one of the main roads becomes flooded. He spoke to one of the congressmen that serves Berkeley, Representative Jeff Van Drew (R-2nd), who told him that if Berkeley put a plan together, he would look for funding. “It could be a $100 million project,” Byrnes said. That’s why it would be a federal
cost rather than anything funded locally. Byrnes also said that County Commissioner Gary Quinn, a former mayor of Lacey, said his town might partner on it. Berkeley benefits from a volunteer Waterways Advisory Commission whose members inform the governing body on such things as if the lagoons are navigable. They have compiled an extensive report on the flooding. It’s co-chair, William McGrath, is a
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Photo courtesy Allen Sircy The cover of author Allen Sircy’s new book, “Ghost Stories & Graveyard Tales: New Jersey” is ready for some Halloween reading. By Bob Vosseller JERSEY SHORE – Don’t call author Allen Sircy a “ghost writer.” He is better known as an American “Hauntstorian” and he knows just how spooky the Garden State is. His new book, “Ghost Stories & Graveyard Tales: New Jersey” delves into the eerie and
enigmatic and it takes readers on a supernatural odyssey through the mysterious and haunted history of the Garden State, uncovering chilling stories and legends that defy explanation. The book isn’t just about ghosts however. The author maintains (Ghost Stories - See Page 5)
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Photo courtesy Berkeley Township The buildings at the Berkeley Industrial Park will have limited retail capacity.
By Stephanie Faughnan BERKELEY – In a significant development for the Berkeley Industrial Park, restrictions that once prohibited any form of retail sales within the complex have been lifted.
The decision, approved by the local planning board, now grants tenants in the industrial park the opportunity to allocate up to twenty percent of their floor space for retail sales. This means that businesses that are approved
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for permitted use in the zone can now also sell retail items, such as flooring, cabinets, plumbing supplies, and other wholesale goods. “We have worked extremely hard to attract development in our industrial park,” said
Mayor Carmen Amato. “After decades of failed tries, we now have a viable business park that has already attracted business. We are extremely proud of this.” Speaking on behalf of Berkeley Industrial Park at the planning board’s
October 19 meeting, Attorney Greg Hock highlighted the evolution of the circumstances leading to the application. “As part of the preliminary site plan approval that was granted in this case, there was some (Retail - See Page 5)
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Continued From Page 1 professional surveyor. The group took an inventory of the tides and the flooding at 14 critical sites throughout town, McGrath said. They studied the elevations of the roadways, and numbers of times a year it floods. These were considered sunny day flooding, meaning that the primary source of the water was the tides. In some cases, the secondary cause was rainwater because it had rained more than a day ago but the water had nowhere to go. Key locations included (starting with the lowest elevation): Bayview and Pier avenues; Balsam Drive; Eugene Furey Boulevard and Bayview Avenue; Harbor Court; Dorrance Drive and Bayview Avenue; Sloop Creek Road and Bayview Avenue; Bay Boulevard; Avalon and Riviera avenues; the end of Evergreen Drive; Good Luck Drive; Main Street; Leach Court; North Bay and Longview drives; the end of Teakwood Drive; as well as Moorage Avenue and Veeder Lane. There are a few factors entering into the study. The first is that the sea levels are rising, he said.
The second is that the land is sinking. How is the land sinking? Because we take groundwater out of it to drink, wash cars, and water the lawn. When we pump water out of the aquifer deep underground, it impacts the land above. That water isn’t being replaced, and the ground starts to sink, he said. The land is sinking about 1 mm a year, McGrath said. This doesn’t sound like a lot, but compounded with the water level rising, there is a serious issue. “What we do know is that the sea level is rising, and we know how much in the last 100 years,” he said. There are tide level gauges throughout the state that measure the tides every six minutes. One of them is between B2’s Bistro and the old AT&T building, he said. Other data includes police records – how often are they called out to respond to flooding? Putting all this objective information together proves that there’s a problem. They quoted a Rutgers study, which projected a rise in sea levels at the Jersey shore between 2.5 and 5 feet by 2100. “We have actual measurement documentation over a very long period of time for sea level rise and land subsidence (sinking of land)
due to potable water extraction. Further vulnerability to future coastal storms like Sandy looms in our future. In decades to come, the sites on this inventory will become totally impassible. Some of the sites are along emergency evacuation routes which will have to be addressed. Proactive and coordinated efforts for long term resiliency planning will have to occur in order to protect Berkeley Township’s residential assets and infrastructure,” the study concluded. Township engineer John LeCompte said he’d look at McGrath’s report and attach costs to each project. Then, as funding is made available, it can be applied. Jennifer Walker, Postdoctoral Associate of the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at Rutgers University, was interviewed about sea level rise and ground sinking by this newspaper in 2022. She also agreed that water coming from the aquifers has lowered the ground. Furthermore, she said that New Jersey sat at the southern terminus of the ice sheet that covered our region during the last ice age. This is why the ground has been settling for thousands of years. “As you’re pulling more water out of the ground, you’re now creating more space
in the land and the sediment compacts,” explains Walker, “and you get sinking that way, as well.” Walker also said that the melting of glaciers and ice sheets contributes to the sea level rise. Carbon dioxide levels increase, which drives up temperatures, melting ice faster. The increased temperatures also makes the water expand, taking up more room. Ice is very reflective, and as it melts, it exposes land, which is darker - which then absorbs more heat - thereby accelerating the process. But that’s only part of the problem. There are areas of the world where the ice acts like a cork, holding other greenhouse gases like methane trapped beneath its surface. With that cork gone, the methane is free to enter the atmosphere, where it adds to the ever-increasing mixture of man-made greenhouse gases from the burning of fossil fuels, once again accelerating the process. “It all comes back to reducing greenhouse gas emissions if we want to slow the trend,” warns Walker. “So obviously the top priority should be reducing fossil fuels, [and] reducing greenhouse gases to minimize the future impacts.” Mark Bator contributed to this article.
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to work to raise money for the HCB First Aid Squad. The squad members are volunteers that spend many hours a week going on calls to help people in need of medical help. “Our job as an auxiliary is to raise money so
they can accomplish this.” They usually meet once a month on a Monday at 3 p.m. at the First Aid Squad on Port Royal Drive. Their meetings only last about an hour. They organize fundraisers to raise money for
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it is an exploration into the inexplicable. Sircy leads readers through some of the state’s most haunted houses, including the foreboding Jonathan Pitney House in Absecon and Glencairn in Princeton. Along the coast, there are tales of haunted lighthouses that have guided ships and sailors for centuries. Sircy also uncovers eerie tales from old burying grounds like the historic Evergreen Cemetery in Camden and introduces readers to legendary creatures like the Jersey Devil, a popular legendary figure of the Pinelands. There is also the unsolved enigma of the Atlantic City Sea Serpent which is promoted on the book’s cover. Other mysteries include the Long Branch Leviathan and the Ocean Beach
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Continued From Page 1 discussion of retail sales,” said Hock. “At that time, retail sales were not permitted by the ordinance in the zone.” One of the provisions made in the industrial park’s preliminary site approval was that the applicant agreed not to allow any of the tenants to conduct retail sales within the complex. Local law has changed since that approval was granted.
The Berkeley Times, November 4, 2023, Page 5 Sea Monster. He told Jersey Shore Online.com “At heart, I’m a historian. New Jersey is so rich in history. Typically, history leads to some pretty fantastic ghost stories. The American Revolution is so fascinating and New Jersey is where some of the bloodiest and most important conflicts took place.” “Places like Glencairn in Princeton. It was used as a hospital and allegedly had a skirmish inside the house. In fact, there is still a very large bloodstain in one of the rooms. I’m actually from Tennessee but I used to visit family near Atlantic City as a child. I was always fascinated by the stories about the sea creatures that you’d hear about as a kid and the ghost stories that centered around old houses or cemeteries.” Sircy said that for over a decade he lived in a house in Nashville that was located of the grounds of an old plantation that belonged to John Overton (Andrew Jackson’s best
friend and founder of the city of Memphis). “I had numerous things happen in the house that I cannot explain.” He has published over a dozen books from New Orleans to New Jersey. “Every story in the book is true and based on real-life accounts or personal experiences. Some are based on old newspaper accounts and writings I discovered in family records.” Regarding the Jersey Devil he commented, “a lot of people I talked to wanted to know my thoughts on the legendary creature. I didn’t unearth anything new because over time it has become a legend of a story of a tale told by locals in the 19th century.” “I did go into the Haddonfield Dinosaur fossil and the alleged monster tales that spun out of that. In the book I do mention my theory about the Jersey Devil having spun off from the dinosaur bones that were found in Haddonfield. There is another fun story about the lighthouse keeper in
Absecon claiming that he shot and wounded the Jersey Devil one night in 1919. “The Ocean Beach Sea Monster stems from a story an elderly man from Toms River told me back in 2019 or 2020. I dug in and found a handful of old newspaper clippings from 1885 to 1907 that mentioned a brown, scaly creature that was believed to be around 100 feet long. Each account was in or around Ocean Beach that would be considered Toms River. As I researched the Ocean Beach Sea Monster, I accidently stumbled onto other sea creatures in Atlantic City and Long Branch. He also shared his account about a person known as “Ol’ Pete, an old hermit who was ambushed and robbed by a group of outlaws in Beverly. In the robbery, he was beaten and beheaded. Shortly after, people started to see a headless man roaming through the area.” “Ghost Stories & Graveyard Tales: New Jersey” is available at Amazon.com and other major retailers.
Berkeley Industrial Park is located in the Forest Area-Light Industrial Zone, off the north and south sides of Route 530. An ordinance passed in September now allows for twenty percent of incidental accessory sales within the zone. “However, your zoning officer cannot give a permit to anyone who seeks to exercise that,” Hock said. “Because it’s very clear in the resolution that you can’t have retail sales.” The planned complex consists of several warehouses, which are restricted by the zone as far as permitted uses, such as: light manufacturing, the
warehousing and storage of goods and products, excluding the warehousing and storage of hazardous chemicals, and wholesaling and distributing establishments, except for used automobiles. Each unit in the industrial park will be tenant-fitted, meaning that each tenant will decide how to set up their building within the unit. Most units are approximately 2,000 square feet, so up to 400 square feet (20x20) could be used for a retail counter area, showroom display case, cash register, and walk-in area. The twenty percent allocation for retail space is intended to limit the impact on the industrial
park as a whole. If the entire building were allocated to retail, or if a tenant combined multiple units to create a large retail space, this would have a negative impact on the park’s primary purpose as a manufacturing and distribution center. One of the problems could be as simple as a limitation on parking spaces. “We now have five buildings standing,” said Ziv Spira, a representative of Berkeley Industrial Park. “There are another five buildings in the making with more coming by the end of the year.”
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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY F eatured L etter Let’s Get Another Helping Of Food Fest As one of the last of our town’s annual downtown events has now come and gone - the Toms River Halloween Parade - one needs to ask, whatever happened to Food Fest this year? Why was it not held? And why was nothing said about it? Food Fest is the successor event to Founders’ Day. Both events were township sponsored annual street fairs celebrating our town’s founding in 1767. Founders’ Day began in the 1970s as we were celebrating the 200th anniversary of our nation’s founding in 1976 - the American bi-centennial. It was the brainchild of
Committeeman Ed Kuchmann who served on the then-Dover Township Committee (our legal name and governing body name back then) from 1974 to 1977. Founders’ Day was a fixture in Toms River for decades - celebrating, on a Saturday, on or closest to June 24th - that special day in history when the then-colonial assembly of New Jersey created our town. As time went by, Founders’ Day saw dwindling attendance. Holding it in June, on often very hot days, on the black pavement of Washington Street, made it tough going for many. I remember the year 2000, when I was mayor: it was sweltering hot and humid and I fell ill
to heat stroke and was sick for several days. Plus, there were years of legitimate complaints from the public that Founders’ Day had become “stale” the same local group, in the same spot, doing the same thing, year after year. In 2005, after I became township clerk, there began discussion in town hall as to how to rejuvenate Founders’ Day - how to give it some new blood. Looking long term, I, for one, was concerned that Founders’ Day in 2017 - our semi-quincentennial anniversary of our founding, 250 years - could end up being poorly attended and our fellow citizens would miss out on the significance of that
historic day. So, in 2007, ten years down the road to that anniversary, I, and other officials, decided to lead our township in a different direction. First, we studied historic weather patterns in Toms River for the months of June, and May, September, and October. Would the weather be more inviting other than June? The answer? Yes. The month of May was our choice. Second, we decided to re-introduce beer and wine to the event. Alcohol had been banned in the 1980s after several unfortunate incidents on Founders’ Day. Mike Mastronardy, who was chief of police at the time, was not a big fan of
this change, but he agreed to a limited, experimental return of alcohol - with a gated beer garden, wrist bands, and security. It worked. Third, we decided to change the overall theme to that of food and on stage entertainment - music and live bands - while still having the participation of our many local organizations, as they had been doing for years. It would be an eclectic celebration of our community. And last, we changed the name to “Toms River Food Fest.” Since then, Food Fest has been a tremendous success. If the weather was cooperative, tens of thousands would attend throughout
the day. We’ve all seen it. We’ve all been part of it. It became Toms River Fire Company No. 1’s chief fundraiser - the beer and wine sales. Private food vendors from all over would participate. Local civic groups sold food, too, or promoted their organization. The Toms River Chess Club played chess. The county Historical Society talked history. The local Marines promoted patriotism. The Republicans and Democrats campaigned for office. And all the while, the township government was front and center hosting a large information booth about
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Letters To The Editor NJ Can’t Afford Amato As Senator Late last spring, I read about a $1.6 million settlement decision against Carmen Amato, the current Mayor of Berkeley Township and LD9 Republican Senate candidate, and two other Berkeley Township employees, for creating a hostile work environment for the township’s Jewish female Recreation Supervisor. According to the news articles, Mayor Amato and the two other township employees made anti-Semitic remarks to her and took actions against her because of her religion. The court’s ultimate settlement decision was based upon other factors involved in the conduct of the three township employees. Mayor Amato plans to appeal the decision, which could possibly result in more court costs and legal expenses for both parties being funded by Berkeley Township’s insurance coverage and/or the Berkeley taxpayers themselves. Mayor Amato and the Berkeley Town Council also held their public hearing for
the 2023 Municipal Budget on July 3, 2023 at 5 p.m., right in the middle of the 4th of July holiday. This was obviously designed to limit public participation in the public hearing. Eleven years ago, my daughter played softball for the Berkeley Barracudas, and I helped the team as one of the assistant coaches. I have fond memories of those times, and friends who live in Bayville. I attended the hearing and noticed that $575,000 worth of Capital Improvement Expenditures for 2022, and $600,000 of the same type of expenditures for 2023 were simply line items for their respective years. The actual Capital Improvement Projects were not listed or itemized in the 30+ page budget document. No details were provided regarding individual projects, start and end dates, locations of the work, or cost per project. I approached the dais and asked the Mayor and Town Council where the details of each of the projects were located in the document, and they did not have that information. The Mayor then said that he would get that
information to me, and I said that he needed to get that information for the residents of Berkeley Township so that they could see where, and on what, their tax money was being spent. The lack of transparency in the process, and in the actual composition of the budget was staggering. Carmen Amato has served as the Mayor of Berkeley Township since 2012. One of his earliest and most repeated campaign promises throughout the years since then, was to develop the vacant Beachwood Shopping Center into a prosperous commercial retail area. It is still desolate to this day, and residents have been asking for stores, restaurants and other ratable businesses to be established in that location. Also, Berkeley Township’s roads have long been in need of improvement. Mayor Amato has proven to be very capable of promoting numerous concerts and other forms of entertainment at Veterans Park, but has he truly led Berkeley Township responsibly, transparently and effectively? I have lived in Manahawkin for 26 years and have re-
cently retired after teaching for 28 years at Southern Regional High School. Both of my daughters grew up in Stafford Township and graduated from Southern Regional. One is an HM3 in the United States Navy, and the other graduated from Temple University and is the CAD Department Head for a prominent jewelry design company in Philadelphia. Our community has been so good for our family, and I want to ensure that it continues to thrive and to remain a very desirable place to live. Our legislative district consists of towns ranging from Manchester south to Little Egg Harbor. I have very serious concerns about the upcoming LD9 Senatorial election, with regard to the leadership record and character of the Republican candidate, and current Mayor of Berkeley Township, Carmen Amato. In addition, I have been unable to find his campaign platform online, in order to determine where he stands on issues that are important to LD9’s constituents. Barbara Crystal Stafford
Recently, a report released by the US Department of Justice found that the State of New Jersey violated the constit utional rights of veterans under its care at two State-run nursing facilities during and after the Covid-19 pandemic. It was the State’s negligence that contributed to the deaths of at least 200 veterans and placed countless others at risk. As of now, the State has not brought these facil-
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South Jersey Students Encouraged To Join Congressional App Challenge From The Desk Of
Congressman Jefferson Van Drew WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Jefferson Van Drew (R-2nd) invites all middle and high school students in New Jersey’s Second Congressional District to participate in the 2023 Congressional App Challenge, a yearly opportunity for the next generation to show-
case their talents and make a positive impact through technology. “The Congressional App Challenge is a great way for young programmers across the country to challenge themselves and illustrate their creativity and technological skills in a career field that is rapidly expanding,” said Congressman Van Drew. “South Jersey students are the future of our great nation, and I look forward to reviewing the exceptional submissions from our young innovators.
“We are less than two weeks away from the deadline, so make sure to get those applications submitted as soon as possible!” added Congressman Van Drew. Important Information: The deadline for application submissions is November 1st, 2023, at 12 p.m. EST. Late submissions cannot be accepted. (Congressman Van Drew posted this on October 24.) To participate, you must be enrolled in middle or high school and live or attend school in New Jersey’s Second Congressional District. Teams of up to four students are allowed to
compete. If competing as a team, half of the students must live or attend school in the district. Applications may cover any topic or subject. Winning applications will be displayed in the United States Capitol Building and featured on the House of Representatives website. Winning students are invited to the House of Code Capitol Hill Reception in Washington, DC. For further information regarding the rules and guidelines of the 2023 Congressional App Challenge, please visit congressionalappchallenge.us.
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coverage across New Jersey. The Governor also highlighted forgivable loan awards for reproductive health care facility upgrades, the availability of funds for security upgrades, the recent implementation of a Medicaid rate increase for providers, and rollout of an initiative to grow the State’s reproductive health care workforce. “While access to reproductive health care is being limited and even eliminated in states throughout our country, New Jersey not only continues to protect this crucial freedom but is also expanding access to reproductive health care,” said Governor Murphy. “New Jersey’s
Reproductive Health Information Hub will serve as a one-stop shop for anyone seeking information on reproductive health care in our state – from access to the health care services they need to the rights we are working diligently to protect. Paired with our other efforts to improve health care facilities, increase reimbursement rates for providers, and grow the reproductive health care workforce, New Jersey has been and will remain a safe haven for anyone seeking this care.” “In New Jersey, we trust women to make informed decisions about their own reproductive health care,” said Lieutenant Governor Tahesha Way. “This new site is a comprehensive portal that will empower all those seeking
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Photo courtesy Bayville Volunteer Fire Department BAYVILLE – The Bayville Volunteer Fire Department thanks everyone for stopping by and participating in their Open House Event. Mayor Carmen F. Amato Jr, Council President John Bacchione, Councilman Keith Buscio, Councilman James Byrnes, and the
members of Station 17 welcomed all of the attendees to their main station on Route 9. Residents had the opportunity to see the apparatus, meet the firefighters, watch demonstrations on specialized equipment, and receive fire prevention materials.
State Forest Superintendent Featured In Alumni Magazine BAYVILLE – Congratulations to Double Trouble State Park and Brendan T. Byrne State Forest Superintendent Meghan Yovankin for being featured on the cover of the Summer/Fall Ocean Views, a magazine for Ocean County College Alumni. Superintendent Yovankin credits OCC for allowing her to explore and find her passion. To current students, she advises, “Don’t put
limits on what you think you want to do. When you’re going into college, you don’t have to have things figured out. It’s okay to change your mind. OCC was that place for me. It was the place where I got to take the chemistry course, take the ecology course, and find out what I really liked. It’s a great opportunity to get out there and figure out what you’re interested in.”
Free Weekend Programs At Jakes Branch County Park BEACHWOOD – The following programs are free, no registration required: Live Animal Talks: Come in and meet the animals of Jakes Branch County Park. Visitors will get an up-close look at the parks inhabitants and learn about each species. Talks will last approximately 20 minutes and are held on Sundays through December 17 at 1:30 p.m. at the Nature Center. Open to all ages. Discovery Nature Walks: Join a park naturalist on these brief but informative
nature walks through Jakes Branch Park. Weather permitting - walks will not exceed 30 minutes. Walks are held on Sundays through December 17 a 2 p.m., meeting at the Nature Center. Open to all ages. Drop In and Discover: What will you discover about nature when you drop by and join for a free activity and craft? No registration required. Program is held on Saturday through December 16 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Nature Center. Open to ages 3 to 5 years old.
Winter Craft Fest BAYVILLE – Come start the holiday season off right on December 2 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Berkeley Recreation Center, 630 Route 9 Bayville, for a day full of vendors, crafts, and festivities for all! They will be collecting new toys and
ShopRite gift cards for local families. All items will be donated to Christmas Angels of Ocean County. Register to attend for free at: keyrealestategroup.ticketleap.com/winter-craftfest-2023.
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Troop 83 Breakfast With Santa BERKELEY – Troop 83 Breakfast with Santa will be held on December 9 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Bayville Elks Lodge #2394, 247 Route 9, Bayville.
All you can eat pancakes, sausage, beverages and baked goods. Cost is $12 for adults; $6 for kids ages 4 to 12; and kids 3 and under are free.
Food Addicts Anonymous Meeting BERKELEY – In person meetings are every Monday night at 7 p.m. at Faith Methodist Church just south of the dinosaur in Bayville (526 Atlantic City Boulevard, Bayville).
Come check it out if you’re wondering whether Food Addicts Anonymous could help you or someone you know! More information at foodaddictsanonymousnynj.org/ nj-meetings. Next meeting is on October 9.
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Thank you to all the residents from Pine Beach, Pine Beach Volunteer Fire Dept. and Gold Star Mothers for showing up at the four Hero stops designated in Pine Beach. The rain did not dampen their spirits.
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September And October Seniors Of The Month
Photo courtesy Central Regional BERKELEY – The following students have been named the September and October Seniors of the Month at Central Regional High School. September Seniors of the Month: Tyler Barna Member of National Honor Society Member of English, Math, and Science Honor Societies Member of Math League Member of OCEAN Club Member of Winter and Spring Track Plans to attend College under the STARS program and eventually own his own business Gabriela Londono Member of Humanities Academy Member of National Honor Society Member of English and Spanish Honor Societies Member of Unified Club Key Club President POC Club Public Relations and Social Media
Manager Member of Drama Club and Chorus Member of girls Basketball and Volleyball Plans to attend college to pursue a career Pediatric Occupational Therapy or Speech Pathology October Seniors of the Month: Aaron Dong Member of the POC Club, Project SEAT, The Eagle’s Voice, and OCEAN Club Member of the Math League Plans to attend the Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy at Rutgers University Isabella Santarsiero National Honor Society President Student Congress President and Student Liaison to the Board of Education Autism Awareness Club President Member of the English, Math, Social Studies, and Spanish Honor Societies Plans to attend college to pursue a Master’s Degree and Doctorate in Education and Administration
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Central Drama Club Presents: James And The Giant Peach
BERKELEY – Come see Central Regional High School Drama Club present “James and the Giant Peach.” Performances on November 17 and 18
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resources and information about receiving reproductive health needs in our state.” The website – nj.gov/reproductivehealth – includes information on an individual’s rights under State law to: access emergency reproductive health care services, contraception, preventative reproductive health care services, and reproductive health care medications; make one’s own decisions about the use of contraception, sterilization, and whether to terminate or carry a pregnancy to term; and receive reproductive health care services regardless of insurance status. The website also includes links to resources to help individuals access health insurance, information on verified reproductive health care providers, and information on how to
BAYVILLE – Join a car show that will take place in partnership with the Sip in Autumn Wine Festival! Wine ‘N’ Shine Car Show for veterans will be on November 12 from 12 to 5 p.m. at Veterans Park, 489 Bob Zimmerman Jr. Way (off Veterans Boulevard). This event is free to participating vehicles. Donations will be accepted for Vetwork. Show
The Berkeley Times, November 4, 2023, Page 15 file a complaint if their reproductive rights are violated. Providers are also able to access information about critical resources to help them serve their patients. In addition to the launch of this website, the Governor also highlighted a number of other efforts the Administration has spearheaded to bolster reproductive health care in New Jersey, leading with the latest announcement of more than $963,000 in zero-percent interest, forgivable loans for two organizations - Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan New Jersey and LivWell Healthcare – to support important reproductive health care facility upgrades. This builds upon previous loans awarded in Fiscal Year 2023 to reproductive health care facilities to support the purchase of medical equipment, information technology upgrades, the expansion of examination rooms, the purchase of a mobile service van, and more. The New Jersey Health Care Facilities Financing
Authority (HCFFA) will review applications for upgrades at additional facilities at its next meeting. Additionally, Governor Murphy highlighted: the full implementation of a Medicaid rate increase as of October 1 that will more fairly reimburse reproductive health care providers for their services and encourage the ongoing care of individuals regardless of income status or ability to pay; the use of $5 million in State funding to help create the ‘New Jersey Reproductive Training and Education Initiative’ – a partnership between the Division of Consumer Affairs (DCA), within the New Jersey Attorney General’s Office, and Rutgers University to grow the pool of trained abortion providers to enhance the state’s ability to meet the increased demand for reproductive health services. Through this initiative, Rutgers University will integrate abortion care into
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training curricula for health professionals, and develop a new training site to expose learners to comprehensive abortion care and hands-on training; and the inclusion of around $5 million in the Fiscal Year 2024 budget to enable security upgrades for reproductive health care facilities in New Jersey. Applications for the next cycle of the Reproductive Health Security Grant Program are open through October 31. “New Jersey is, and has been, a leader in protecting women’s reproductive health and rights. This website will provide critical information to help individuals make informed decisions about their health,” said Acting Health Commissioner Dr. Kaitlan Baston. “Improving access to reproductive health is a key priority for the Department and the Murphy Administration and is essential to achieving health equity and eliminating disparities.”
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hearing aids. Some individuals with severe to profound hearing losses still require the use of “large” 675 batteries, although there are some high powered rechargeable BTEs. For experiencing hearing aid users who have been wearing hearing aids for many years, they may continue to replace their batteries on a weekly basis. For those that travel frequently, having to lug around a “charger” in the suitcase may not be preferred to have a few packs of 312 hearing aid batteries. In my opinion, the vast majority should consider switching over to rechargeable hearing aid systems for improved reliability and cost savings in not having to purchase batteries all of the time. Dr. Izzy and his Staff are always available to answer your questions about hearing health care issues. Please feel free to contact us at 732-818-3610 (Toms River/Whiting) or Manahawkin (609-978-8946).
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The Hidden Dangers Of 3 Synthetic FD&C Dyes
By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. Halloween, with its eerie decorations, fun costumes, and, of course, mouthwatering candies, is a time of amusement for many. However, lurking behind those vibrant, attractive colors of many popular sweet treats are synthetic FD&C dyes. For most, these dyes are nothing more than a harmless coloring agent. But for people with sensitivities or asthma, they can be a hidden danger. You may not realize that all of the colors below are found in many vitamins, supplements, OTC, and prescription medications. Here’s what can happen: Allergic Reactions: Some individuals may experience allergic reactions to these dyes. Symptoms can range from simple hives or itching to more severe reactions such as difficulty breathing. Hyperactivity: Several studies suggest a possible link between synthetic dyes and hyperactivity in children, especially in those already diagnosed with ADHD. Carcinogenic Potential: Some research indicates a capacity for certain synthetic dyes to act as carcinogens, although this link is still being researched. You can see why it’s crucial to be informed and limit the intake of foods with dyes. Here are three commonly used synthetic FD&C dyes and the foods and candies you might find them in: 1. FD&C Red No. 40 (Allura Red AC) This dye is the most common of all artificial food dyes, this may be associated with hyperactivity in children depending on what study you read. Also, some people experience allergic reactions like itchiness or hives. The red dye is found in fruit snacks, jellies, gelatin, cereal, soda pop, and candy (ie licorice and
gummies). 2. FD&C Yellow No. 5 (Tartrazine) This dye can cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals, with symptoms including itching, hives, and even asthmatic attacks. Luckily, that last one is rare! It has been associated with hyperactivity and behavioral issues in children in some studies. This yellow dye is commonly found in gummies, some marshmallows, gelatin, pudding, soda pop, chips, marzipan, mustard, and even nacho chips! 3. FD&C Blue No. 1 (Brilliant Blue) While less common, some allergic reactions to blue dye have been reported. People might get symptoms such as skin rashes. There’s some controversy over its safety profile, with studies being inconclusive about its effect on health. But again, if you’re a sensitive person or have “Multiple Chemical Sensitivities” then you should be aware of this dye. It’s common in lollipops, cotton candy, especially those with ‘blue raspberry’ flavoring, packet soups, cereal, popsicles, and soft drinks. These dyes are not just in candies collected at Halloween, but also in various everyday foods like chips, soup cubes, condiments and sausages. They’re even in cosmetics. It’s always a good idea to read labels carefully, especially if you or a loved one has a sensitivity. Choosing natural or dye-free alternatives can be a safer option. Remember, it is not just about avoiding immediate adverse reactions but also thinking about the development of long-term health problems. If you are interested in medications that are known to contain these specific dyes, you can learn more because I have a longer version of this article, it’s posted on my website suzycohen.com.
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By: Michael J. Deem, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates The rules on robocalls and robotexts: • FCC rules limit many types of robocalls, though some calls are permissible if prior consent is given. • Rules differ between landline and wireless phones; however, calls and text messages have the same protection under FCC rules. • Wireless and landline home phones are protected against telemarketing robocalls made without prior written consent from the recipient. • An existing commercial relationship does not constitute permission to be robocalled or texted. • Consent to be called or texted cannot be a condition of a sale or other commercial transaction. • Consumers can take back their permission to be called or texted in any reasonable way. A calling company cannot require someone to fill out a form and mail it in as the only way to revoke consent. • All non-emergency robocalls, both telemarketing and informational, require a consumer’s permission to be made to a wireless phone. These calls can include political, polling, and other non-telemarketing robocalls. • Telemarketers and robocallers are allowed to call a wrong number only once before updating their lists. This most commonly comes up when someone who
consented to be called or texted gave up that number, which was reassigned to someone else. Callers have resources available to them to help them know ahead of time if a number’s “owner” has changed. • Urgent calls or texts specifically for health or fraud alerts may be allowed without prior consent. They must be free, and consumers can say “stop” at any time. • Phone companies face no legal barriers to offering consumers the use of technologies that block robocalls to any phone. • The FCC encourages companies to offer this resource. What You Can Do: • To block telemarketing calls, register your number on the Do Not Call list which protects both landline and wireless phone numbers: www.donotcall.gov, • Ask your phone company to offer robocall-blocking technology. • If you use robocall-blocking technology already, it often helps to let that company know which numbers are producing unwanted calls so they can help block those calls for you and others. • Tell unwanted callers that you do not consent to the call, make a record of the caller’s number and when you made your request not to be called, and let the FCC know if the caller does not comply with your request.
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Crisis Hotline Volunteers Needed TOMS RIVER – Crisis Hotline Volunteers needed for CONTACT of Ocean & Monmouth Counties’ training beginning September 20, twice a week every Tuesday and Thursday for six weeks from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Training will be held in person at St. Luke’s Roman Catholic Church, 1674 Old Freehold Road, Toms River. CONTACT is a 24-hour
crisis intervention hotline that also provides information and referral to community resources. All calls are free, confidential and anonymous. Training is free. Become a voice to those in distress. Make a difference in your community! Call 732-240-6104 or email contact@ contactoceanmonmouth.org for additional information and registration.
Nonprofit Breakfast With Central Ocean Business Association BERKELEY – Join the Central Ocean Business Association for breakfast as they hear from their Nonprofit Members about their missions for our community. Breakfast will be held on November 17
from 8 to 11 a.m. at the Bubbakoo’s Burritos located at 333 Atlantic City Boulevard. Please bring non-perishable item for holiday food drive. For more information and to register, visit cobanj.org.
LIVING WELL WITH BLOOD CANCER Unraveling the Mystery of Disability and Medicare
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PROGRAM OVERVIEW Have you, or someone you love, been diagnosed with cancer, and found thatunraveling the information around New Jersey Paid Family and Medical Leaveis a bit of a mystery? What are the state and federal laws that protect your jobafter you’ve been diagnosed? What is earned sick leave and what’s the latestin navigating Medicare? Hear from local and state experts on these topics and get your questionsanswered in preparation for open enrollment. Alongside these informative topics, you’ll have the chance to decompress withguided yoga meditation by a certified practitioner from Mary’s Place by the Seaand learn about The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society resources and supportavailable to you throughout the cancer journey. We encourage you to invite your caregivers and family members to attend.
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Photo Of The Week
Local photographer Wendi Bennett always seems to be at the right place at the right time to capture a breathtaking photo of sea life. In this photo taken recently off the coast of Seaside Heights, a whale was making an early morning appearance to the delight of residents who were out for a walk on the sand. Got a photo to share with our readers? Email photos@jerseyshoreonline.com and you may see your pix in this space!
Plays On Word Theater Presents Genesis ‘JOE’!
BAYVILLE – Come enjoy a time of original music, drama and comedic moments as one man re-enacts his god-led journey… from the pit of tribulation to the tower of triumph!” Plays On Word Theater Presents Genesis ‘JOE’! on November 17 at the Emmanuel Community Church in Bayville.
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Around The Jersey Shore Catastrophic Losses As The Emperor Penguins Struggle To Find Ice By Renee A. Thomaier Retired New Jersey Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator The emperor penguin is in fact, a bird not a mammal, and is the largest species of penguin. They are flightless, utilizing their wings and flippers for swimming. Their main habitat is ice, spending most of their time throughout the year on it. They live in colonies of up to 5,000 or more. They navigate moving across the ice on their bellies, propelling themselves using their flippers. Both the male and female participate in caring for their single chick. While the male incubates the egg, the female leaves the ice and makes the tireless journey to the sea for food. She will return to her mate after approximately 4 months to assume caring for it. Since the male has not had access to food while incubating, he will begin his travel to the sea to feed. Chick transfers must be done quickly as the chick will freeze to death in a matter of minutes. Researchers utilized satellite images from 2018 to 2022 and determined how many birds were in these colonies during the breeding season. They found five colonies with roughly 630 pairs to 3,500 in the Bellingshausen Sea. Four colonies suffered
‘total reproductive failure’ indicating it’s highly probably that no chicks survived. With rapid global warming temperatures, the most iconic species at risk are the emperor penguins. Scientists are trying to unravel reasons for the massive loss of stable sea ice, but many concur that human-caused climate change is a major factor. This crisis affects more than 80% of emperor penguins who are threatened by climate change in Antarctica. Sea ice helps to regulate our planet’s temperature by reflecting the incoming energy from the sun back into space. Melting ice exposes the darker ocean and absorbs the sun’s energy contributing to global warming. Seals utilize the ice while feeding on algae and microorganisms, like krill. Krill is a major food source for whales, so the loss of ice would put them at risk. The information for this article was gathered from multiple sources so statistics may vary slightly. To reach me please call 732-244-2768. It is illegal to possess or relocate wildlife for any reason without the proper state and/ or federal permits. Violating New Jersey laws protecting wildlife, which includes harm inflicted upon any animal, is punishable by law.
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Continued From Page 8 our many services and programs, and promoting our historic founding. Even I got into the act - dressing up as Civil War Army captain in 2010 to welcome Abraham Lincoln to Toms River for the 150th anniversary of his election. In 2017, I donned a Revolutionary War uniform and played the role of Joshua Huddy to celebrate our 250th birthday. Trust me, wearing those wool outfits was not the least bit comfortable. Founders’ Day and Food Fest: these special days are Toms River at its best. They’re what make our town special. Food Fest, understandably, took a hiatus due to Covid in 2020, 2021, and 2022. There was some speculation about resuming it last year, but the township decided on the side of caution, and chose not to run the event
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Continued From Page 8 justice is served? Let’s see? It was the Murphy administration, in April 2020, that directed the veterans’ homes not to turn away Covid-positive patients – a move that was in direct violation of CDC guidelines at the time, as first reported by Paul Mulshine of The Star Ledger. This set the stage for so many deaths.
in 2022. But as the masks were removed and the pandemic settled down, what about this year - 2023? Why was Food Fest not held? And why was there no public announcement that the event would not be held? Perhaps some thought that we might just all forget about it. Not me. I say bring back Food Fest! This is Toms River’s one day of the year to celebrate Toms River. To our next mayor, you will be not just our town’s chief executive officer, but also our town’s chief goodwill ambassador. Bring back some good of our town - bring back Food Fest! And to some of the naysayers inside the government who, sadly, have said it’s not worth all of the time and effort, I say it is! This is all about our town’s heart and soul. And to those who say let the BID do it - the Business Improvement District - in all due deference to the BID, the township can do
it better. We have. Our Food Fest days are always better attended than the BID’s ice cream festivals, and the like. The town government has a large and very capable staff, led by Jared Tate, our recreation director, who is absolutely outstanding to work with and who is a master in organizing Food Fest. And, moreover, the BID events, as good as they have been, are centered around the narrow interests of downtown businesses (which is the BID’s mission), not the larger community of Toms River, as a whole, that the municipality’s government and Food Fest represent. And think about it: with no Food Fest, we’re taking support and money out of the pockets of our local, Toms River organizations. From the fire company and Food Fest being their biggest money maker of the year, to kids playing chess and gaining new friends and members, and everyone else, how can we do this? To not hold a
celebration of our town? Let us br ing back Food Fest, and let us bring it back next year! Let us celebrate our history! Let us celebrate Toms River!
And it was Sen. Vin Gopal, then Chairman of the Senate Committee on Military and Veterans’ Affairs, who refused to investigate the deaths of the veterans. Even his Democratic colleagues in the Senate wanted a full investigation with subpoena powers, but Gopal killed the investigation. Gopal also killed a bi-partisan effort to pass legislation to improve those veterans’ homes. Why would he do all of this? The answer is the same in both cases: Gopal
(chose) to protect Murphy, not the veterans. As a member of a Gold Star family (my brother having been killed in action in Vietnam in 1967), I can empathize with the family members of the veterans who lost their lives. The families of these veterans – and the entire veterans’ community – deserve more than a fresh batch of hollow promises from those in Trenton who are unwilling to accept responsibility. The families and veterans’ community deserve justice. All
those unwilling to pursue that on behalf of brave veterans who served our country should be removed from office immediately and, if proven guilty, pay for their role in this negligence. Those who are unwilling to act, shame on you! – Never forget – it’s our veterans that fought for our freedom – we must have liberty and justice for all.
J. Mark Mutter Toms River The author of this letter is the former Clerk of Dover and Toms River Township. He was elected to the Dover Township Committee in 1992 and was re-elected twice and served as Mayor and Deputy Mayor. He chaired the township’s 225-year anniversary committee in 1992, it’s 250-year anniversary committee in 2017, and it’s Constitution bi-centennial committee in 1987. He served on the township’s Historic Preservation Commission and is currently the township Historian. The views expressed in this letter are stated solely, by him, as a private citizen.
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Around The Jersey Shore Spotted Lanternfly Adult Females Are Laying Eggs OCEAN COUNTY – Some areas of Ocean County have seen more spotted lanternfly (SLF) activity this year and other areas less. As cold weather approaches, SLF adults are still feeding on plant sap, and the females are gravid with eggs. While the adult SLF will be killed by frost, their eggs will overwinter and hatch next spring. The females will lay their eggs on any relatively flat outdoor surface: tree branches, outdoor furniture, RVs, fences, children’s toys, etc. Be on the lookout for gray putty-like egg masses that are about the size and shape of your thumb. Crushing the egg masses or scraping them off into a baggie with rubbing alcohol will help reduce next year’s SLF populations. Stop the spread of spotted lanternflies! All of NJ is in the SLF quarantine area. This insect is a great hitchhiker and continues to spread to new areas. Therefore, before moving outdoor items or vehicles out of state, you must check them for SLF adults
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A worry free and independent lifestyle is what every Aging Adult wants! Experts tell us that the greatest challenge to holding onto our cherished independence as we age is because of disconnection and the aging process. Less physi cal activity, feelings of isolation and loneliness that comes from losing friends or life partners, less purpose and fewer social engagements can all contribute to depression and a sedentar y lifestyle that can have negative impacts on cognitive and physical health and well-being. The reality is that where you live matters! Living alone and caring for a property, large or small, gets tougher as we get older. Even the healthiest of aging adult home owners no longer want to endure the physical rigors of maintenance projects and costly repairs that put a strain on budgets and add worry to our lives.
Independent Senior Living could be the answer!
Age restricted Independent Living Communities are for seniors who require minimal or no assistance but want less work and more peace of mind. They are designed to offer aging adults their own private residences, while living in a sup portive and secure environment that they can Thrive in. Independent living residences may be apartments or freestanding homes usually obtained through a rental arrangement. Hospitality and supportive amenities are generally provided for a monthly fee. The convenience of access
to higher levels of care are often available. One of the main objectives of Independent Living Communities is to offer a daily abundance of physically and socially engaging recreational activities, opportunities to meet new people, experience the joy of camaraderie and enjoy their retirement years to the fullest, with peace of mind. Researchers have long known about the benefits of staying active and building “Social Capital” – the social ties that build trust, connection, and resiliency as we age. One of the most apparent benefits of independent living is the enormous peace of mind it provides for residents as well as concerned family members who worry about their loved ones living alone and what would happen if there was a fall or health episode with no one there to help. Moving to an independent living environment, where residents are never isolated and alone brings that peace of mind to families, knowing that in an emergency, help is always close by. Families taking tours of various senior living options will look for features and amenities such as robust recreation offerings, fitness centers, educational opportunities, wellness programs and access to on-site healthcare. SilverWoods Independent Rental Commu nity by Complete Care is one of the best of these communities. The unique 55-acre park-like campus with spacious garden-style apartment homes is a community where residents’ preferences are considered from the st ar t – and
Silverwoods, part of the Complete Care family, is located at 1700 Rt 37 West in Toms River.
A mother and daughter share a laugh during a visit at Silverwoods. active living is offered in many ways. The most ambitious social agenda facilitates active minds and bodies all day with physically invigorating c h o i c e s like walk in g club, swimming, tai chi or yoga classes and Wii bowling tournaments. These are complemented by educational seminars and lively social gatherings such as joining friends for cocktails at happy hour or full course dinners in our newly renovated restaurant dining room. Staying
connected to the larger community through volunteer opportunities and frequent outings add to this active lifestyle with trips to Atlantic Cit y, Seaside Boardwalk, theatre shows, restaurants, museums, religious services and more.
What is the ideal community that offers this lifestyle?
Care is not typically offered at independent living communities, however, Executive Director Katie Davis states “ I
am proud that health, nutrition and safety play major roles in everyday living at SilverWoods. Included in the premium ser vices program are wellness visits and checks by a licensed nurse, code aler t for medical emergencies, a b r an d - n ew o n - site Wellness Center staffed by a Geriatric Provider for Primary Care, Lab Testing, Podiatry, and other services. Luxury amenities include chef prepared meals served in our beautiful club -
house restaurant, weekly housekeeping, scheduled bus transportation and a new concierge service for off campus medical appointments. Aging experts tell us that the key to owning your future is in planning early and wisely, knowing your options and embracing change. Talk to your friends and family and begin planning your move to the independent living lifestyle you deserve at SilverWoods. Call today for a complimentary SilverWoods Lifestyle Lunch, to get all the information you need to help in your decision, or schedule a personal tour with our Senior Advisors, at 732-341- 6630. SilverWoods, part of the Complete Care family, is located at 1700 Rt 37 West in Toms River. Visit us at www.silver woodsliving.com or on Facebook @Silverwoods Independent Living by CC.
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FUN & GAMES SUDOKU
CROSSWORD PUZZLE
Across 1 Antlered deer 5 Take in the sights 9 Transfer to a new city, informally 13 Run out of steam 14 “__ Wolf and Cub”: manga series 15 Wi-Fi device 16 *Shabby and dated 18 Winery process that takes years 19 French farewell 20 Matching cups, saucers, etc. 22 The Big Apple, for short 23 *Tunes for fogies 27 Toothpaste option 28 Possesses 29 Spanish Mrs. 30 Issa of “Insecure” 31 Genesis garden 33 Word between surnames 35 Rough-sounding 37 Make sweeter, in the way the theme an-
swers do to their starred clues? 41 Wristwatch part 44 Actor Lowe 45 MLB team in the ESPN documentary “Once Upon a Time in Queens” 49 Bowl over 50 Opposite of NNW 53 Note from one who’s shy? 55 Museum collection 56 *Blubber 59 Sturgeon product 60 Hot, dust-laden Saharan wind 61 Island south of Sicily 63 Want very much 64 *Hopelessly out of touch 67 Apple desktops 68 Honest-to-goodness 69 Border on 70 Gael, for one 71 Whirlpool 72 “This Is Us” role for Susan Kelechi Watson
Down 1 Odd 2Like many hand-colored T-shirts 3 Magazine story 4 “Sommersby” actor Richard 5 Pampering, for short 6 “Look, fireworks!” 7 Condo divisions 8 Classroom break 9 Tennis great Federer 10 Cosmopolitan group? 11 Camera accessory 12 Short “Good grief!” 15 Eyelash application 17 “That hurts!” 21 “Bel-__”: 2022 drama series based on a 1990s sitcom 24 “Auld __ Syne” 25 Sailing 26 Lock opener 32 Govt. intel group 34 Play a proper noun in Scrabble, say
36 Drive-thru device 38 Ultimate results 39 Spiral 40 Clarinet kin 41 1950s actor Mineo or 1950s pitcher Maglie 42 Pair 43 Second or third staging on Broadway, say 46 Oft-pierced body part 47 Present proudly 48 Furtiveness 51 Cul-de-__ 52 Concertgoer ’s “More!” 54 “Semper Fi” military org. 57 Raise 58 Meted (out) 62 “Moby-Dick” captain 63 POTUS, militarily speaking 65 Pop 66 Underhanded
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OMARR’S ASTROLOGICAL FOR THE WEEK OF NOV 4 - NOV 10 BY JERALDINE SAUNDERS FORECAST ARIES (March 21-April 19): Be careful and make wiser decisions when it comes to your finances for now. It may be time to reevaluate your budget and make any necessary alterations. Spreading your money around might not be beneficial. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): There may be more than meets the eye. Your daydreams could be running full tilt and might make you more susceptible to spontaneity or impulsive action. It can be wise to look to friends for advice before proceeding. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Change can affect everyone in diverse ways. Longer days could often be just as draining as longer nights. Do your best to accept the changing background in a healthy way to help alleviate possible stress. CANCER (June 21-July 22): You may be engrossed by conversations that could spark your imagination. It can be more satisfying to spend some quality time with loved ones rather than attend social functions where you might not know everyone. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): It may be wise to keep your imagination secured within reality for now. You might be easily fooled if you allow your daydreams to dictate how you spend your money, remain discerning to avoid possible issues later. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): A sensitive or considerate buddy can be a real blessing. Remain thoughtful and use your insights to take advantage of opportunities that can help realize your dreams. Take care of your mind and body as best you can.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Friends or casual acquaintances can help point out opportunities or financial strategies that could escape your notice. You may see the importance of remaining realistic, especially if you wear your heart on your sleeve. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Speed can cause just as many issues as crawling along. When you do not slow down or change too quickly, errors could creep in along the way. It is impossible to finish if you abandon the race halfway through. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Test what you fear or see to decide if it’s fact or fiction, your tribe may help clarify things. Read between the lines when you can, and you might find some insights that can help produce more financial stability. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You may be yearning for a loved ones’ touch or want to meet someone new who can stir up your desires. Your interests might be triggered by some mysteries or secrets that you could feel you must explore. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You might have factors to consider about how you approach decisions that could require you to plan each step. Take the time to mentally play out the potential outcome of the stops before you set anything in stone. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Warmth and understanding may help you oversee an impasse. The best business strategies could aim to create long-term profits or lasting solutions. You and a loved one might come to an agreement if you remain transparent.
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SCALLIONS GO FROM SIDEKICK TO STAR IN THESE SAVORY-SWEET NOODLES By America’s Test Kitchen
SHANGHAI SCALLION OIL NOODLES Serves 4 to 6
1/4 cup light soy sauce 2 tablespoons dark soy sauce 5 teaspoons sugar 15-18 scallions (6 ounces), white and green parts separated 1 (1-inch) piece ginger, peeled 1 pound fresh Chinese wheat noodles 2/3 cup peanut or vegetable oil 1/8 teaspoon table salt 1 shallot, halved and sliced thin 1. Combine light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, and sugar in a small bowl; set aside. Halve scallion whites lengthwise, then slice into 1 1/2-inch segments. Slice green parts into 1 1/2-inch segments; reserve white and green parts separately. Slice ginger crosswise into thin rounds. Stack rounds and slice into thin matchsticks.
2. Bring 4 quarts water to boil in a large pot. Add noodles and cook, stirring often, until just tender. Drain noodles, rinse well, and drain again; set aside. 3. Meanwhile, heat oil and scallion greens in a 14-inch wok or 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and cook, stirring constantly, until most scallions are browned and crispy, 8 to 10 minutes. Off heat, use a slotted spoon to transfer scallion greens to a small bowl; sprinkle with salt and set aside. 4. Add shallot, scallion whites, and ginger to oil remaining in wok and cook over medium-low heat, stirring often, until scallion whites and shallot are golden and wilted, 11 to 13 minutes. 5. Stir soy sauce mixture to recombine and add to scallion mixture in wok. Cook, stirring often, until sugar is dissolved and sauce is rapidly bubbling, 1 to 2 minutes. Add noodles and toss until evenly coated in sauce and heated through, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer noodles to serving bowls and top with scallion greens. Serve.
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