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Photo by Stephanie Faughnan Local schoolchildren got a taste of the holiday magic by pushing the button to illuminate the tree. By Stephanie Faughnan TOMS RIVER – While a few degrees lower in temperature might have meant trading raindrops for snowflakes, the spirit of the holidays remained undampened as hundreds of people came out to attend the Toms River tree lighting ceremony.
The event kicked off with a number of performances held inside the Toms River branch of the Ocean County Library. Downtown Toms River strategically organized 20-minute sets for an assortment of groups. Those featured included the Toms River High School South Choir, Mi-
crophonics, The Dance Center, Elsa “The Ice Queen,” Donovan Catholic, and a Reading of “Twas the Night Before Christmas.” Children’s faces lit up with excitement as they took advantage of posing for pictures with characters from Disney’s “Frozen.” Others eagerly stood in line as volunteers twisted balloons for them into various animal shapes. Three marines outfitted in dress uniforms greeted visitors as they dropped off unwrapped toys for distribution. All three servicemen are stationed in Fort Dix as part of the MALS-49 unit. Two of the three are actually Toms River natives, with the third growing up in another part of New Jersey. Staff Sgt. John Klubnick said that this was the first year the group decided to set up a collection at the (Tree Lighting See Page 4)
Sober Living Houses Questioned By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – Sober living houses in town are sending up red flags for some residents and officials, but operators of these houses said they are providing a meaningful service and are actually being good neighbors. The issue came up at a recent Township
Council meeting, where residents said the property owners are profiting off people with addiction issues, while not giving them the support that they need. They also said that this creates security issues for the neighborhood. Grande Woodlands Way resident Mindy Wolk said that there was
a sober living facility near her in the northern section of town, and from her observation on the outside, there is little in the way of security or background checks going on. “We understand this is a way for people to recover,” she said, but wondered why it was in a residential area. “They
are using this as a business while we have to endure the repercussions.” Township Attorney Gregory McGuckin said that the township can’t regulate these homes, and in fact a different town recently lost a court case trying to fight them. (Sober - See Page 4)
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Photo courtesy Troop 83 Scout Troop 83 helped collect food and supplies for the sixth year in a row. By Chris Lundy TOMS R I V E R – Reg u la r donator s and complete strangers – came out to help people and animals in need once again this year. A sea son of g iving culminates in a 50-foot Pepsi tractor trailer parked outside the ShopRite on Fischer Boulevard in Toms River. WJRZ broadcasts live, encouraging people to pop over and help in any way they can. “Our annual ‘Share the Joy’ at 100.1 WJRZ shows just how much our listeners continue to come through for their neighbors in need at the holidays,” program director Matt Knight said. “We were able to collect over 10 , 0 0 0 p o u n d s o f food as well as pallets of pet supplies and toys to benef it Fulfill, Jersey Shore Animal Center & Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Coastal New Jersey. Events like this prove
that the local Mon- there were more than mout h /Ocea n com- 725,000 people with munity cares for their food insecurity this own, and we couldn’t year, and more than be prouder of our lis- 175,000 of them were teners and sponsors ch i ld r e n . C omp a r e that made this year’s this to last year, where event such a success the total was 600,000, to fill the Pepsi truck with 125,000 being with such generous minors. donations.” Troop 83 helped colOne such donator lect food and supplies was Robyn Griffith, for the sixth year in a who turns her Beach- row. wood home into a colThe Boy Scouts did a lection site every year. tremendous job, Griffith There’s so much she said. “Both their scout has to recruit people masters and parents to bring ever ything should be proud for a over. job well done.” A number of people She said it was an emocalled her to offer do- tional time because she nations after seeing it used to do this with her in the paper or online. husband, Joseph D’AmIt has become more bro. than just a local event. “I wish Joe was here to There were state rep- see it,” she said. resentatives from the Once the donations Elks. And Santa Claus are sorted, they are then came down from the turned over to three local North Pole. organizations: T he r e we r e fewFulfill, formerly the er people who vol- Food Bank of Monu nteered , but more mouth and Ocean, which p e o p l e w h o n e e d is looking for non-perhelp. Accord i ng t o ishable food items and the Community Food frozen turkeys. Bank of New Jersey, (Donation - See Page 4)
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tree lighting celebration. They had previously done so at the Station 25 firehouse. “We’re not connected to the larger Toys for Tots for the area,” shared Klubnick. “We’re a separate entity, even though we wear the same uniform and use the same box.” Klubnick said he received permission to use the name and the box for a more targeted reason. All toy donations accepted at the tree lighting went to the Oceans of Love Foundation for children who have cancer. “Last year, we were able to donate $50,000 in toys,” Klubnick added. As it neared 7 p.m., hoods and umbrellas went up as families and friends ventured outside brimming with anticipation. Toms River council members were on hand to watch the wonder of Christmas come to life with the tree lighting and the arrival of some treasured guests. Santa Claus, the jolly gentleman, and his charming wife took center stage. Local firefighters gave the couple the celebrity treatment, providing an escort aboard one of their trucks. Families joyfully waved as they eventually caught up with the festive duo in
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the library, capturing memorable photographs. With the famed couple by his side, Mayor Maurice “Mo” Hill paved the way for local schoolchildren eager to weave a touch of magic as they pressed the button to illuminate the towering tree. “We are reminded by Winston Churchill that we make a life by what we give,” said Hill. “As we approach this holiday season, let’s remember to share our holiday season with those less fortunate.” “The lonely, the homebound, and those who are suffering a loss,” Hill continued. “That’s the greatest gift you can give.” Despite the unexpected rain, the Toms River tree lighting ceremony was a resounding success, bringing the community together to celebrate the start of the holiday season. The event served as a reminder that the true spirit of Christmas lies in the warmth and togetherness of the community. And the festivities didn’t just stop there! Downtown Toms River planned two days of Winter Wonderland celebrations on December 2 and 9. Both dates offered times to enjoy handcrafted vendors, yummy holiday treats, DIY holiday family activities, holiday story time with New Life Church of Toms River, and dance performances by The Dance Centre.
Want To Help? Robyn Griffith said she’ll still be collecting toys, food and other things for local people in need until December 22. She asked that people can contact her if they are interested in helping. If sending an email, write “Share the Joy” in the subject line so she knows it’s not junk mail. She can be reached at 848-333-7318, rnofgnt@ yahoo.com, 222 Anchor Avenue, Beachwood, NJ 08722.
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Continued From Page 1 “We think it’s wrong,” he said, but the state has control. Council President Matthew Lotano said that when a sober living house is opened, they don’t have to go through the town. He urged residents that if they see a safety issue, report it right away; don’t wait for it to get worse. “Maybe if someone bought property next to Phil Murphy and opened a sober living he might change his mind,” he said. Resident Dana Tormollan, who lives in downtown Toms River, noted that there is more police and ambulance activity at those houses, disrupting neighborhoods. The houses are not being monitored 24 hours a day like they should be, she said. “The (State Department of Community Affairs) makes the decision,” Mayor Maurice Hill said. He talked about a case where one house was in court for violating the town’s rental ordinance. The same day the owners pleaded guilty to that, they applied to be a sober living facility through the state. The town would like to have a counselor on staff at these homes 24 hours a day, seven days a
week, but the only thing the town can control is property upkeep, he said. “It’s a problem. They will come and take the packet from town hall and it goes to Trenton,” he said. He wondered why there were so many in Toms River as opposed to other towns. In a count at the end of August, there were six in Toms River, one in Brick, one in Jackson, one in Manchester, and one in Union. The state doesn’t require monitoring of the facility in any meaningful way, he said. Goldfinch Services, which opened in 2021, runs a few local sober living houses. They are a partial hospitalization program, said Tracey Corrao, the Director of Housing. The residents are transported to clinical treatment six days a week. Their stay at one of the homes goes to six weeks, she said. It is a volunteer program, meaning that the residents are there because they want to get better. Goldfinch is paid by the private insurance attached to the resident’s job or spouse’s job. They often come from far away, because it is easier to become sober if you are taken away from your usual temptations, she added. “These houses are giving people new life,” she said. Alcohol and drug issues happen in every (Sober - See Page 5)
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Continued From Page 1 neighborhood, she noted. By way of comparison, a neighbor with an addiction problem might not be getting any treatment, which is a worse situation than a sober living house where everyone is getting treatment. She said she took issue with portraying people who want to get better in a negative way. “A majority of these houses, you don’t hear a peep from them.” State Oversight Sober living homes are overseen by the State Department of Community Affairs. A public relations employee of that department answered questions about the topic for this article.
“The Cooperative Sober Living Residence (CSLR) licensee sets the house rules for each CSLR individually,” they said. The state regulations are found at nj.gov/dca/ codes/codreg/pdf _regs/njac_5_27.pdf “The Bureau regulates a CSLR licensee in accordance with an administrative code that extends only to property maintenance standards that govern the physical plant of the CSLR and exterior grounds. Under this code and the limited scope of this license, a CSLR licensee is prohibited from providing any personal services, i.e. social services, health, medical, addiction treatment, etc. to the residents.” Township officials said they wanted a counselor on site, but it appears that this part of the law would need to be changed in order for that to happen.
The DCA was asked what the vetting process is for starting up a property and how would the DCA know if the property is following the rules. “A license is issued by the Bureau of Rooming and Boarding House Standards following its standard review process which is: review the application for completeness, review the licensing fees received, conduct applicable criminal history background reports, confirm building complies with the Life Hazard Use standards in the Uniform Fire Code (N.J.A.C. 5:70-1 et seq) for a CSLR, confirm the building complies with the life safety and egress standards in the Uniform Construction Code (N.J.A.C. 5:23-1 et seq) for a CSLR, confirm the building complies with the occupancy standards, and determine the licensed capacity for residents based on the Regulations. Once the aforementioned is verified, the Bureau
will issue a License to Own/Operate a CSLR. “The Bureau conducts an annual evaluation to determine if the CSLR licensee is maintaining compliance with the regulations. If deficiencies are observed, the Bureau will serve the CSLR licensee an Evaluation Report and Orders of the Commissioner citing the licensee to abate the deficiencies. The Bureau will conduct a re-evaluation to verify the cited violations have been abated. In addition, the Bureau will conduct unannounced site visits in response to complaints received.” If someone has a concern about a sober living home not following the rules, they can contact DCA’s Bureau of Rooming and Boarding House Standards via email at rbhs.info@dca.nj.gov or telephone at (609) 984-1704 and provide a short summary explaining the concern.
This Month In History:The Boston Tea Party
By J. Mark Mutter TOMS RIVER - This month marks the 250th anniversary of the Boston Tea Party - December 16, 1773. As every schoolboy and schoolgirl in America knows, this historic event helped spark the American Revolution. But what about here in Toms River? What was our town like back then? And how did the townspeople here react to the dramatic news happening elsewhere? “We Have Troublesome Times A Coming” A New Jerseyan, a young Presbyterian
woman named Jemina Condict said it best when she wrote back then that “We have troublesome times a coming for there is a great disturbance abroad in the earth & they say it is tea that caused it.” In the eighteenth century, tea was a much valued commodity in the British empire. Tea, first imported to England from the far east in the mid-1600s, became a staple of society and important to commerce. It was said that tea was more valuable than gold. But by the mid-1700s, the famed East India Company - the empire’s largest commercial enterprise - was nearly bankrupt. The English, it seemed, preferred tea supplied
from others - cheaper tea - from smugglers. Parliament responded by passing a tea act to prop up the failing company. It gave sole authority - a monopoly - to the company to sell tea in the American colonies. The company could appoint its own agents in America and an existing special tax on tea would continue. American merchants balked at being supplanted by British tea agents. And the idea of a far away legislative body creating a monopoly for one commodity brought concerns of “what’s next?” With ships loaded with tea - 600,000 pounds of it - headed to Boston, New
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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY E ditorial New Bill Will Help School Security Back in March I floated an idea for a new bill – one that would help school districts prepare for the worst. In this unfortunate era, we have to worry about school shootings. When I go to pick up my kid from school, I have to push a button on an intercom outside the electronically locked front door. I have to show my photo ID. I have to get buzzed in. Then, I usually pass a retired police officer who is working security near the front entrance. All of these things cost money. However, districts are stuck because of a 2 percent spending cap. Back when Chris Christie was governor, he saw
that some school districts were abusing their taxpayers. But he responded by punishing everyone across the state. He limited spending increases by schools (and municipalities) to 2 percent. Christie – and the Democrat lawmakers who actually passed the legislation, didn’t know or didn’t care that the cost of a lot of things go up more than 2 percent every year. Personnel is the biggest part of any school’s budget. His cap was basically a way to force teachers and nonunion employees to receive less than a 2 percent raise every year. However, all this really did was make districts decide what to cut. The state required the district to do a
million different things for our kids, and made it more difficult to pay for it all. I’ve always thought that the way to fix problems was not to create more levels of complexity but to re-evaluate the current situation and see if we can peel away a layer. That’s why I thought it would be best to amend the 2 percent cap. Why not remove the cap all together? Well, that’s a tough sell. There are some good things that the 2 percent cap did and no one wants the good parts taken away. So, my solution was to have a bill that takes school security and puts it outside the cap – which means that districts won’t have to figure out how to shoehorn security costs
into their budget every year. They don’t have to decide between paying a security guard and paying a teacher. This could take many forms, such as police officers dedicated to a school district, subscriptions for security technology, and physical upgrades like vestibules or shatter-resistant coverings on windows. How do you get a law made? Well, if Schoolhouse Rocks taught me anything, it was to reach out to my representative. I live in the 9 th District. I’m represented by Senator Chris Connors, and Assembly members Brian Rumpf and DiAnne Gove. Connors and Gove did not run for re-election, so I reached out
to Rumpf. I first met him when he was mayor of Little Egg Harbor and I covered the town for the now-defunct little newspaper The Tuckerton Beacon. We’ve spoken once in a while with his job for the county health department so we have a good history of working together. After some phone tag, I pitched him my idea and he loved it. He called me recently to let me know that the bill has been introduced, sponsored by him. Will it become a law? I have a strong feeling that it will. Mostly because I know all the local Republicans who could be voting for it – and they all have supported school security measures. And also because I know that I can
become a real pain when I want to. I’ll be hitting up all the other members of both houses if I have to. One other item in the plus column is that the bill doesn’t ask much of the lawmakers. It’s not asking for money. It’s not changing the way we do business. School security isn’t controversial – not this part of it anyway. In January, new members of the State Senate and Assembly will be sworn in and they’ll be eager to get to work. Therefore, I hope to use this space in 2024 to announce that this bill has become a law.
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At the very least, we should be advised that it was the opinion of the author if presented in reliable press. The community needs facts concerning: Social Security Local health programs Youth and senior programs Available help with meals and SNAP Local low-cost amusement Above all, we need a platform to ask for and receive information or help. The Ocean County Board of Commissioners are able and willing to listen and provide help, if possible, for all age groups. They can also steer us to other agencies that may help. Many of us without transportation or who cannot drive at night would welcome the Press to be our eyes and ears at their meetings. We ask you to be our unbiased messengers as you have always been. Where else are we to turn?
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Letters To The Editor Protect Our Drinking Water With Better Planning The League of Women Voters of Monmouth County urges everyone who cares about the quality of our drinking water to attend the County Commissioners meeting on December 14, at the Hall of Records, Freehold, at 1 pm. New Jersey American’s Swimming River Reservoir, with about two-thirds of its watershed in Colts Neck and one-third in Holmdel, supplies water to approximately 300,000 eastern Mon-
mouth County residents. As all streams discharge directly to this reservoir, all land-use decisions in the watershed affect how much and how clean our drinking water is and how much it will cost. Five planned eastern Monmouth County redevelopment projects will bring thousands of new county residents. One Colts Neck development will add 950 more residents and a package sewage treatment plant. To protect the amount and quality of our water supply, we must protect land use in these critical watersheds, limit imperviousness so streams get clean baseflow, and reduce polluted
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stormwater carrying sediment to the reservoir. Our aquifers were seriously overdrawn by the 1980s and were designated Critical Water Supply Area #1 in New Jersey. Since then, 50 percent of our water must come from streams and reservoirs. Our residents have a role to play by letting the County Commissioners and Planning Board know their concerns. Development must go where it won’t degrade and limit our water supply. We hope you can come and voice your concerns. Evelyn C Murphy, PhD Sharon Steinhorn Co-Presidents, League of Women Voters of Monmouth County
How Can My Family Care For Me? “How can my family care for me?” is a question that so many people ask when they need care. Ocean County has an incredibly large population of seniors, many of whom are facing complex caregiving needs that fall to their family members. Many are struggling to take care of their loved ones while balancing careers, holiday responsibil-
ities and more, creating an intensely stressful situation where they are forced to choose between their job and a loved one. But we shouldn’t have to choose. New Jersey has paid family leave benefits, but there is a major issue that I learned about recently (in the article, “More than 800K N.J. workers can get fired for taking paid family leave. This would end that”). Many workers in New Jersey are eligible for our paid leave benefits, but cannot take them because they risk losing their jobs for lack of legal job protection. All NJ workers should be able to access their paid leave benefits to take care of themselves or loved ones. After all, we are contributing to the program, we should be able to take it when we need it the most. We need job protection when we need to take that leave, and these protections should be in place federally. Family Caregiving Month (was in) November, but caregivers such as myself need these protections every day of the year. We need legislation and social change so that we can put our health first AND have an economy that works for everyone. Catherine Galioto-Galesky Toms River
Editor’s note: This letter was sent to the Asbury Park Press, and was shared with us as a Letter to the Editor. On October 2, 2023 at the opening ceremony of the Toms River Community Café at the Toms River Senior Center, which is funded by the Ocean County Board of Commissioners, it was brought to our attention that none of the Press had been present at any of the Board meetings for the last six months. This is extremely unfortunate. The public needs our press to inform us of things like this program that are available to us. The Café is a Meals on Wheels program provided for a very low price for seniors. Many seniors are not computer savvy enough to be in touch with community events. They, and other age groups would be open to fact-based coverage rather than a TV opinionated presentation.
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TOMS RIVER – This year we’re parking and getting out of our cars for The Presbyterian Church of Toms River annual community Christmas Party! There will be games, crafts, food trucks, fire pits (and s’mores!), roaming carolers, photos with Santa, and more. If you’re
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Christmas Joy Concert TOMS RIVER – The Presbyterian Church of Toms River will be hosting Ocean Classic Concerts beloved Christmas Joy Concert again this year!
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The concert, which is free to attend, will be on December 10 at 4 p.m. and features arrangements by the choir and orchestra. PCTR is located at 1070 Hooper Avenue, Toms River.
Photos With Santa At Cattus Island TOMS RIVER – Free photos with Santa, family and pets photo op on December 10 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Cattus Island County Park Lecture Room in Nature Center. Bring your own camera, and one of Santa’s helpers will be on hand to take your perfect holiday photo. All pets must be on a leash. No registration. First come, first served.
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Meetings will be held in the Conference Room in the Administration Building, at 137 Bey Lea Road, Toms River, New Jersey unless otherwise indicated. PLEASE NOTE FURTHER, that the public shall not be permitted to actively participate in the Executive Sessions and that the Board of Education of the Vocational School in the County of Ocean in its discretion may prohibit or regulate participation at any meeting.
Our eyes are one of the most complex and delicate organs in our bodies, and their development takes place over years. Eyes begin to develop in the womb around six weeks after conception, and a recent study showed that exposing a pregnant woman’s abdomen to light regularly can be highly beneficial to developing healthy eyes and vision. This is because eyes can detect light even filtered through the womb and closed eyelids. At birth, our eyes lack the ability to focus on items further than a foot or so away and haven’t learned to track moving objects. At this point, the world looks very two dimensional and consistent visual stimulation is essential for proper vision development. Comprehensive eye examinations are important not only to determine if you need correction to see well but also to maintain the health of your eye. While some eye diseases have obvious symptoms such as red eyes, light sensitivity, or flashing lights, many serious, vision-threatening problems have no warning signs. To schedule an eye exam, please call SIGHTMD NEW JERSEY SUSSKIND & ALMALLAH EYE ASSOCIATES at 732-349-5622. We offer evening hours most nights of the week. P.S. Vision plays a large role in learning everyday skills such as walking, balance, and general dexterity.
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Includes Lunch before the show and Orchestra Seat. The Notebook is a new musical based on the best selling novel that inspired the iconic film. Allie and Noah, both from different worlds, share a lifetime of love despite the forces that threaten to pull them apart. With a book that has sold millions of copies worldwide and a film that’s one of the highestgrossing romantic dramas of all-time, the musical adaptation of Nicholas Sparks’s The Notebook comes to Broadway following a critically acclaimed world premiere engagement at Chicago Shakespeare Theater in the fall of 2022.
Includes Lunch On The Iconic Moshulu. The Philadelphia Flower Show at the Convention Center.Today we begin are journey with a beautiful 3 course lunch on the The iconic Moshulu. The “legendary” Moshulu is indeed the world’s oldest and largest square rigged sailing vessel still afloat. She is in fact the one and only restaurant venue on a Tall Ship today in the World. Built by William Hamilton & Co., Port of Glasgow, Scotland in 1904 for the G.J.H Siemers Co. of Hamburg, Germany as the four-masted barque Kurt. This “state-of-the-art” sailing ship was the finest and latest of man’s achievement in the world’s shipbuilding industry for the construction of bulk or packaged cargo sailing ships. After lunch we make are way to the Philadelphia Convention Center for the 2024 Annual Flower Show.
MAR 16 - THE IRISH CABARET STARRING ANDY CONONEY Photo by Chris Lundy By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – An adoption center with a free roaming cat playroom is open in downtown Toms River on Fridays from 6-8 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 1-4 p.m. and also by appointment. These kittens are part of a litter of three. The rest of the family has been adopted and they are still hanging out at the playroom. They love people, love each other,
and love other cats. It would be wonderful if they could find a good home. The center is located at 34 Main Street (Route 9), Suite 1B. The adoption center adheres to COVID-19 restrictions and is run by the group called Lawyers In Defense of Animals. They can be reached at 908-910-2522, or on Facebook at /lidarescue and on Instagram @ lida_rescue.
Includes Lunch and Table Served Lunch before the show. Come celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with us, as the sights and sounds of Ireland come alive in the Irish Cabaret! Starring Andy Cooney, who has sold out Carnegie Hall seven times, Irish Cabaret is a celebration of Ireland’s music, song, comedy and dance. Also featured during the show are Eimear Reynolds, part of the original cast of Celtic Woman, and Jimmy Q., Ireland’s crown prince of comedy, who has toured throughout Ireland and the UK. The Guinness Irish Band, made up of the greatest Irish and Irish American musicians on the music scene today, and World Class Irish Dancers, who are decorated with some of the most prestigious awards in the dancing world, round out this world class line-up of talent. Designed to entertain the entire family, this is one Saint Patrick’s Day celebration you don’t want to miss!
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The sequel to the international hit: Menopause The Musical. Includes $25 Slot Play, $20 Food Voucher, Show. Set five years after the original, this new musical finds our original characters aboard a cruise ship, reuniting for more high jinks on the high seas. All aboard, sisters! The hysterical sequel to the smash-hit Menopause The Musical® is finally here! Five years after their chance encounter in a department store, we set sail with our beloved ladies for more high jinks on the high seas. Menopause The Musical 2: Cruising Through ‘The Change is a hilarious and heartfelt look at the joys of menopause and friendship — plus hot flashes, mood swings, and memory lapses! Join us on a trip of self-discovery, backed by a new soundtrack of toe-tapping parodied hits from the 70s, 80s and 90s. For these four ladies, menopause was not the end, but the beginning of a beautiful friendship where love conquers all, and friendships never fail.
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Cookie Walk & Vendor Stroll
TOMS RIVER – The Christ Episcopal Church presents their Cookie Walk & Vendor Stroll on December 9 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 415 Washington Street, Toms River.
Enjoy homemade cookies and novelties expanded vendors and craft show. Free admission. Free on-site parking. Food available.
Winter Solstice Celebration
TOMS RIVER – Winter Solstice Celebration at Cattus Island County Park will be on December 9 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Enjoy games, crafts, live animal talks, horse carriage rides (11 a.m. to 2 p.m.), campfire story, food, a visit from Santa, and a candy cane nature walk.
Experience the flavor of two of the South’s most fascinating antebellum cities, Savannah, GA and Charleston, SC. with an expertly local step on guides. Visit the cobblestone streets and shady squares of sultry Savannah, a city rich in history. Sail away for dinner on the beautiful Savannah River Queen. Explore Charleston’s impressively preserved architecture, lavish romantic gardens, & colorful waterfront. Enjoy dining on your own at local favorites like Paula Deen’s The Lady & Sons Restaurant You’ll see The Citadel, Bigelow’s Tea Plantation,Charleston & Savannah Harbors. Explore the historic area on your own. PACKAGE INCLUDES 2 nights Savannah in historic area hotel, 2 nights Charleston, 6 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners, Savannah River Belle boat Dinner Cruise.Step on Guided tours of Savannah & Charleston Bigelow’s Tea Plantation Tour & Tea Tasting and more.
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Includes 3 nights at Dolly Parton’s DreamMore Resort. Travel though Virginia passing the beautiful mountain landscape of this region with movies & games as we make are way to Virginia for our first night. The next day we arrive in Pigeon Forge,TN. While Visiting we will enjoy The Hollywood Car Museum, Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery taste & tour, Lumberjack feud Show. We check in for 3 nights To the beautiful Dolly Parton’s DreamMore Resort. Each night in Pigeon Forge will included dinner and a live show. Highlights to include Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery and Tour, 3 Hr. Step on Guided Tour of The Great Smokey Mountains National Park, Free time in town at your leisure, 4 live Shows, 5 Breakfasts, 5 Dinners. Package Includes 5 nights lodging, 5 Breakfasts, 5 Dinners, 4 Shows, And all listed attractions. Always Included Bottled Water & Snacks, Company Escort, All Gratuities Bus Departures Toms River (Exit 81 West Water Street NJT Station) • Brick Target (Route 70) Please Visit Our Website for All Upcoming Trips & Itineraries
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By Jason Allentoff TOMS RIVER - ‘Twas a few weeks before Christmas and all through the school, a deer broke in and that wasn’t cool. Toms River Police were hot on its tail and all through the hallways he left a big trail. When right through a classroom there arose such a clatter, opening the back door fixed the matter… Ok, that was a little too much fun to write. No, it isn’t the plot of an upcoming Hallmark Christmas movie but more of the “something you don’t see everyday” news category. Toms River Police were called to Cedar Grove Elementary School after a resident walking his dog reported that he witnessed a deer breaking through a glass window, entering the school after hours.
According to Toms River Police Department Spokesperson Jillian Messina, the deer was only inside the building for a short time, running through the halls and into a classroom. Messi na said “of f icer s were able to locate it and get it to safety.” School security was notified to come board up the broken window and the custodian came in to clean up the mess. No officers or reindeer were injured during the making of the video but some copyright lawyers would get their panties in a bunch – hence why the video on Jersey Shore Online featuring Kelly Clarkson’s rendition of “Run Run Rudolph” is muted. For the full effect, visit the Toms River Township Police Facebook Page and watch the unedited video with the appropriate song.
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Annual David Ley Memorial Football Game
Photo courtesy Island Heights Volunteer Fire Co. 1 ISLAND HEIGHTS – The Island Heights Volunteer Fire Co. 1 started their Thanksgiving Day off with their Annual David Ley Memorial
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Photo courtesy Toms River Schools TOMS RIVER – Chaperones including Director of Student Services John Green and guidance counselors accompanied students from all district intermediate and high schools to Ocean County College’s 2023 Student Leadership Conference. The event brought together students together from throughout the county to share experiences and inspire one another
to stamp out hate in any of its forms and wherever it appears. “It was a great day,” said Green. The event was led by Ocean County Prosecutor Brad Billhimer, who urged and encouraged the young men and women in attendance to become current and future leaders through empathy and compassion, and to do their part to stamp out hate.
Annual Breakfast With Santa TOMS RIVER – Mark your calendars! Support the Toms River Fire Company 2 and come out to their Breakfast With Santa event on December 17 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Toms River Elks Lodge, 600 Washington Street. Santa will be there for you to take
picture with your phone. Admission is $12 for those 10 years and older, $8 for those under 10 years, 3 and under are free. Cash and credit cards will be accepted. All proceed to benefit Toms River Fire Company 2.
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ESL Families Enjoy Fall Fest
Photo courtesy Toms River Schools TOMS RIVER – The district’s ESL (English as a second language) program hosted a fall festival November 16 at Intermediate North. The purpose of the night was to provide an opportunity for ESL families to learn about school happenings, get information and resources from community partners like Community Medical Center/RWJ Barnabas Health, and celebrate the season by participating in activities that are run by ESL teachers.
Some of those activities included selecting books donated by Book Smiles, leaf rubbing that was added to the ESL Family Tree, exploring the five senses of fall, coloring and guess-the-number contests, a photo booth, and a photo-frame-making station. “It’s such a busy time of year, but it’s so important for us to connect with our families, keep the lines of communication open, and of course, celebrate the season,” said ESL Department Coordinator Sara McNerny.
Get In The Holiday Spirit With The Island Singers OCEAN COUNTY – The Island Singers invite you to experience their 2023 holiday chorale concerts “Follow the Star.” This collection of songs and carols embraces the peace and joy of a starlit night sky, and creates a moment to be treasured this holiday season. Concerts
will be held: December 9 at 2 p.m. – Community Reformed Church, 26 Lacey Road Whiting December 10 at 3 p.m. – St. Paul Lutheran Church, 130 Cable Avenue, Beachwood Admission is free. Donations appreciated.
Santa To Make His Visits Around Island Heights
ISLAND HEIGHTS – Hey Island Heights, Santa wanted to let you know he will be making his annual visit to check on all the children of Island Heights on December 17 this year! He will be riding on top of the Island Heights Volunteer Fire Co. 1 fire truck checking his list and handing out
candy canes as they we go through town. Make sure you come outside to say hello as they drive past! Stay tuned for more information as it gets closer to the date, they will post a link to an app that can track their location and you can see when they will be coming by your house!
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Two Sixth Graders Turn Grief Into Art
Photo courtesy Toms River Schools TOMS RIVER – Two Intermediate East sixth-grade students, Lauren Letts and Leilana Jang, have had their art selected for a 13-month 2024 awareness calendar featuring grief and in-memoriam artwork. The calendar highlights creativity and introspection from children across the nation. The announcement and calendar release are part of a week-long event focused on helping people through the grieving process, raising awareness, and providing the support that so many people desperately need, especially during the holiday season. The calendar will be distributed to people attending the “Healing Together Through the Holidays” seven-day hybrid summit in honor of National Grief Awareness Week, and is also available online. The opportunity was discovered by teacher Angela Germano, who
shared it with her students. “I drew this in memory of my papa,” said Lauren about her art piece. “He passed one year before we were going to go to Alaska as a family. That was his dream.” Samantha Ruth, who is launching the healing summit, is a licensed psychologist and the founder of Griefhab. “I chose childrens’ art because I think it depicts grief and loss in such pure, innocent form,” Ruth said. “The world ignores grief. It’s almost a taboo subject. Quite honestly, I didn’t know if a calendar with these extremely important awareness days would catch anyone’s attention. Children’s art absolutely will.” Congratulations to Lauren and Leilana for bravely turning their own grief into art, for having their creativity recognized on a national scale.
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Photo courtesy Toms River Schools TOMS RIVER – High School East’s April Florie has been on the football team’s sidelines throughout the 2023 season. As a woman on/in the field, this has garnered
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Photo courtesy Toms River Fire Department TOMS RIVER – Paul Schulz, firefighter and President of East Dover Fire Company, has been volunteering with Toms River Fire Department for six years now. “I moved here from New York eight years ago. I thought, ‘If there was ever another Hurricane Sandy, I want to become friends with the people who would save me,’” said Paul. Paul enjoys helping the community and comforting people in their time of need. One of the most valuable skills he’s learned is how to work on
a team to achieve a common goal. Teamwork also comes in handy in his personal career at Verizon where he handles Fios installation and repair. “The most important thing for new volunteers is their willingness to be a valuable part of a big team,” said Paul. “Listen to the elder firefighters, try to absorb any knowledge that they’re giving, and respect their experience.” To learn more about volunteering with Toms River Fire Department, visit trfire.org.
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We HEAR with our ears and LISTEN with our brain. Our brain plays a significant role in our ability to hear. With untreated hearing loss, you have to work harder to make sense of what people are saying. This is called having a higher “cognitive load”. Having a higher “cognitive load” can affect your memory and how you process information. Be empowered to make changes! Lifestyle factors can impact cognitive impairment. Address these risk factors: • Hearing Loss • Vision Loss • Medication Side Effects • Vitamin B12 Deficiency • Diabetes • Cardiovascular Issues
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Al-Anon Meetings Available Locally Dr. Bartiss has often been referred to as “a doctor’s doctor”, and is frequently called upon for his diagnostic skills. He is founder and Medical Director of ICAM and a member of the American College for the Advancement of Medicine, the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine, the American Academy of Ozone Therapists, and a diplomate of the American Academy of Family Physicians. Dr. Bartiss is a medical writer, lecturer and author who is recognized as one of the top ten specialists in the field of Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT).
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Here’s To Your Health Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
Holiday Heart Health: 5 Important Tips To Enjoy Festivities Safely
By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and, unfortunately, potential health pitfalls. While indulging in festive treats and enjoying time away from routine, it’s crucial to remember the importance of your heart health. Holidays bring increased stress and tempt you with unhealthy foods. It also is a time when people take a break from regular exercise routines. People drink more too. A study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association revealed that instances of heart-related issues tend to peak during the holiday season. This uptick is attributed to stress, dietary indiscretions, and cold weather, which can all strain the heart. Let me help you mitigate some holiday-related risks with some tips. I know you know all this, but reminders can’t hurt: 1. Dietary Choices: Opt for foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, and antioxidants. Incorporate fish, nuts, berries, and leafy greens into holiday meals. Watch portions closely. 2. Physical Activity: Engage in daily physical activities like brisk walking or cycling. Even short bouts of exercise can be beneficial. 3. Stress Management: Practice mindfulness, meditation, or deep breathing exercises to manage holiday stress effectively, especially when faced with people or topics that upset you. 4. Moderation in Alcohol Consumption: Drinking in excess doesn’t help anything, it will make things worse on your liver, not to mention your relationships. Besides, there isn’t enough resveratrol in wine to do anything good for your heart. Furthermore, it interacts with heart medications, analgesics, sleepers, and anti-anxiety meds. 5. If you happen to catch a cold or flu, be
mindful of how quickly this situation can go south. It can take a toll on your heart, so protect your immune system by making sure you sleep well, have enough vitamin D on board, and that you stay away from people who have a known illness. See your doctor if symptoms get serious. Let’s talk about prescriptions now. If you have an existing heart condition, your doctor may have prescribed a statin for cholesterol management, or a beta-blocker or ACE inhibitor for blood pressure, or perhaps aspirin for circulation. Sometimes nitroglycerin is used for chest pain (termed angina). It works because it is a vasodilator. Speaking of medications, you may not realize this but some can make you more susceptible to heart disease. For example, popular nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen or naproxen and COX-2 inhibitors (celecoxib) may increase blood pressure and fluid retention in some individuals. This can increase blood pressure and add to a pre-existing cardiac problem. Some antidepressants and oral decongestants have been linked to increased heart rate and blood pressure too! I’ve written about natural heart-healthy remedies like hawthorn, potassium, garlic, ubiquinol, and many others. Those articles are posted on my website, suzycohen.com. Just use my search box because I have over a thousand articles posted there. The point of this article is to remind you that during the holiday season, maintaining your heart health is important. There should be judicious use of medications, especially the ones I mentioned earlier that contribute to hypertension. Hopefully, my article will encourage you to get through the holiday season with excellent heart health.
(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.
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lifestyle with leopards and jaguars. Of the four big cats, the lion is the only ‘big cat’ that lives within a group, referred to as a ‘pride’ where they share the responsibilities of hunting, raising, and teaching their young, with alpha male(s) as their protectors. Solitary living for a female presents more challenges as she hunts for food, leaving cubs alone and vulnerable to attacks by other wildlife. A litter consists of two to four cubs. An injured female may be unable to care for her young. The mortality rate of tiger cubs is high. Many are lost within the first few weeks of life. Those surviving will remain with her until 18 months of age when they are independent of her, having to learn survival skills on their own. Tigers can live as long as 15 years in the wild. Unfortunately, today more tigers live in captivity than in the wild. 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 5 said then, stormed the waterfront, boarded three ships, and dumped hundreds of chests of tea into the icy water. All told, 45 tons of tea were tossed overboard. “I Am Much Hurt” Reaction was quick. On the British side, one of its officers - who saw the damage firsthand - said of the Americans that “the devil is in these people.” A Boston lawyer, John Adams, had a different take on it: “This destruction of the tea is so bold, so daring, so firm.” When news of the Americans’ party reached King George III in London the next month, he was not the least bit amused. “I am much hurt,” he famously said. The famed English essayist Samuel Johnson was more blunt: the Americans were but “a race of convicts.” Parliament soon responded with punitive measures - the closing of Boston’s waterfront and the sending of more troops to the city. Said the king: “The die is now cast.” Indeed it was. In September of 1774, a Continental Congress of American patriots would assemble in Philadelphia. A second congress would meet in 1776 and would adopt a declaration - a Declaration of Independence. Toms River And Tea What was Toms River like back then? And how did Toms River react to these far away events? Sadly, we know precious little. One of the best accounts might have been contained in the town’s government records - but they were lost or destroyed when, years after the tea party, the British came here and attacked and burned the village in 1782. There are no records of our early history; the “Dover Town Book” (our legal name then containing all of our early records) only begins in 1783 - the year after the British attack here. Similarly, no records of local citizens, such as diaries, are known to exist relative to the events in Boston. So, we have no first hand accounts - but we have other clues from history. We know that, like Boston, Toms River had a busy commercial harbor in the 1770s. The first record of Toms River is contained in a British colonial map. From 1712, it notes a “Tom’s River” along a tributary of water in the area where the post office on Water Street is now located. It’s where a busy seaport flourished in the 18th century. Salt warehouses were built there. Salt, harvested at Shelter Cove (where the municipal park now is) was hauled overland to the village where it was temporarily stored before transport elsewhere by ship. An inlet - “Cranberry Inlet” - was located in the present area of Ortley Beach. It was closed in the 1800s due to a n’easter storm, but during colonial times, it was open and allowed easy access from the village seaport into the ocean, and the world beyond. The Toms River village was a thriving, busy place then. Cemeteries, too, are an invaluable source of information. The Old Methodist Cemetery at the corner of Washington
The Toms River Times, December 9, 2023, Page 19 Street and Hooper Avenue is the resting place of several local citizens who fought for independence: Moses Robbins (17291794), Timothy Page (1763-1840), and William Williams (1765- 1842). Robbins Street where Fire Co. No. 1 is located is named after the Patriot Robbins. Over at Cedar Grove Cemetery along Cedar Grove Road near Bay Avenue lie David Applegate (1759-1836), Jacob Applegate (1723-1818), and Gar ret Irons (17591838). That historic burial grounds are also known as “Applegate Cemetery.” As one can note from all of their ages, these were young men, and even just boys, when the British attacked Toms River on March 24, 1782 during the waning days of the Revolutionary War. Garret Irons’ story is telling: he was just a teenager when the Boston Tea Party occurred. Less than ten years later, he was serving the Patriot cause. When the British landed on that fateful Sunday morning in 1782 in the area of present day Shelter Cove and began their march on the blockhouse that defended our village, it was Irons, serving as a lookout, who saw it all. He ran the several miles to the Patriots’ blockhouse - located in the approximate location where the firehouse is located on Robbins Street - and was the first to inform Captain Joshua Huddy of the impending attack. News of the Tea Party events in December 1773 in Boston probably reached our town at about the same time as it reached the king in London - January, 1774. Our village was somewhat isolated then; travel and news were slow. Getting here by land, through the heavily wooded pines, was difficult. And the nearest seaport (seaports were often places where news was first received) was Perth Amboy 50 miles to the north, and that area of colonial New Jersey strongly favored the British. But for whatever reason, most coastal cities up and down the American seaboard seemed to prefer the Patriot cause. Besides Boston…Philadelphia, Newport, and Charleston all come to mind. Toms River can proudly be included with them in the fight for freedom. While King George was “hurt” by the news of the tea party, it’s a good bet that the townspeople here in Toms River, like Garret Irons and so many others, were happy. Let’s raise a cup of tea on December 16th to mark a historic anniversary that would lead to American independence. SOURCES: “The British Are Coming” by Rick Atkinson, published by Henry Holt and Company, 2019; “The Boston Tea Party” column by George Smith, 2002; “Revolutionary War Soldiers of Ocean County,” by Robert Cordell and Betty Grant, unpublished paper (1989) J. Mark Mutter, Esq., is the retired Clerk of Dover and Toms River Township. He served on the Dover Township Committee for three terms and served as Mayor in 1993 and 2000. He chaired the Township’s 225-year anniversary committee in 1992, its 250-year anniversary committee in 2017, and it’s U.S. Constitution bi-centennial committee in 1987. He is writing a book on the history of Toms River.
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By: Michael J. Deem, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates Nursing Home Abuse can take many forms. It can be intentional, visible, obvious or it can be more subtle-abuse through neglect and general lack of care on the part of nursing home staff. Abuse can be physical, emotional, financial, or even sexual. Each of these takes a heavy toll on any person, but nursing home abuse and nursing home neglect can be especially hard on the elderly -- some of the most vulnerable members of our society. Whatever form nursing home abuse takes, it is urgent that you and your loved one open a dialogue about this extraordinarily sensitive topic. Communication is necessary to end the abuse and let the healing begin. The first step in opening a dialogue is identifying suspected abuse. There are many signs of nursing home abuse that you can look for. The first sign you may notice is a change in behavior. The emotional effects that often accompany abuse can manifest as sluggishness or depression, a lack of enthusiasm for things your loved one once enjoyed, or even a loss of interest in visits. The change in attitude can be significant and sudden, or it may be subtle and prolonged. The most important thing is to be observant and notice if the change is taking place on any level. Of course, it is also possible that signs of abuse will be far more apparent. Physical signs of nursing home abuse or nursing home neglect can take the form of bruises, sores, cuts, scars, or any similar injuries. These may be from simple ac-
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ATLANTIC CITY – Yacht Rock Revue is coming to Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City. The show is set for March 23 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. Embark on a nostalgic voyage through the shimmering seas of music with Yacht Rock Revue, the ultimate purveyors of the smooth, yacht rock sound and who many reverently consider the keepers of the Yacht Rock fire. Hailing from Atlanta, this sensational band has captivated audiences worldwide with their immaculate renditions of classic hits from the late ‘70s and early ‘80s. Inspired by the golden era of soft rock, Yacht Rock Revue has mastered the art of recreating the breezy and laid-back tunes that defined a generation. From the sunkissed melodies of Steely Dan and Michael McDonald to the velvety harmonies of Hall & Oates, their repertoire spans an ocean of beloved hits that evoke memories of palm
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Ellis Island’s “War Against Disease And Despair”
TOMS RIVER – “A War Against Disease and Despair: Immigrants, Nurses, Soldiers, and the Transformation of Patient Care on Ellis Island During World War I.” While known primarily for its use as an immigrant facility, Ellis Island went through several major changes from the time war was declared in Europe in 1914, to the time that the last military members left the island in 1919. During the First World War, Ellis Island and its associated hospital facilities would be the victims of German terrorism, a mobilization points for thousands of Red Cross nurses bound for the frontlines, and a debarkation hospital that was the first stop home for countless
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Christmas Joy Concert TOMS RIVER – The Presbyterian Church of Toms River will be hosting Ocean Classic Concerts beloved Christmas Joy Concert again this year!
The concert, which is free to attend, will be on December 10 at 4 p.m. and features arrangements by the choir and orchestra. PCTR is located at 1070 Hooper Avenue, Toms River.
The Toms River Times welcomes your special announcements! Engagements, Weddings, Births, Birthday Wishes, etc. Please call 732-657-7344 for more details!
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State: Dollar General Allegedly Overcharged Customers
By Alyssa Riccardi NEW JERSEY – State officials have announced that Dollar General Corp. has agreed to pay $1.2 million to resolve allegations of overcharging customers. The Tennessee-based retailer, which has 186 stores in New Jersey, violated New Jersey’s Consumer Fraud Act (“CFA”) and Weights and Measures Act (“WMA”). According to the State, Dollar General sold a variety of merchandise that scanned at the cash register for higher prices than what was posted on the shelf. The Division’s Office of Weights and Measures (OWM) pricing inspections of 58 New Jersey stores in November 2022 and February 2023 found more than 2,000 instances in which the price charged at the register for a particular product was higher than the posted price, in some cases as much as $5.95 higher. “New Jersey, under the leadership of Governor Murphy, has demonstrated a strong commitment to protecting consumers from unfair practices that disproportionately burden low- and moderate-income New Jerseyans,” Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin said. “This settlement advances those efforts by imposing a significant civil penalty against a national retailer for engaging in pricing practices that deceived and defrauded New Jersey residents.” Prior OWM inspections of Dollar General stores statewide from 2018 to 2022 have led to a total of $43,678 in assessed fines against the retailer for pricing violations. “Dollar General claims to provide everyday essentials at affordable prices in communities often underserved by other retailers, but time and time again the chain has been caught overcharging customers through deceptive pricing tactics,” said Cari Fais, Acting Director of the Division of Consumer Affairs. “New Jersey is committed to ensuring transparency and fairness in its marketplace. Today we hold Dollar General accountable for disregarding our consumer protection laws and unlawfully boosting its profits at the expense of consumers who can least afford it.” In addition to paying a $1.18 million civil penalty and reimbursing the Division’s investigative costs and attorney’s fees, the settlement requires Dollar General to make changes to its business practices to prevent future violations.
Those changes, contained in a Consent Order filed with the Division, require Dollar General to: • Comply with all applicable state and federal laws and not engage in any unconscionable business practices or pricing violations as prohibited by the CFA and the WMA. • Ensure that all employees in New Jersey Dollar General stores who have pricing re-
sponsibilities participate in pricing training within 90 days of this agreement. • Conduct internal audits for a period of three years, such that each New Jersey Dollar General store is audited at least once a year and that an audit revealing overcharge errors in more than 2% of the products sampled at any one store shall constitute a failed audit. • Within ten business days of a failed audit,
submit to the Division the report of the failed audit and a corrective action plan describing how Dollar General intends to prevent future pricing inaccuracies at the store location that failed the audit. • Retain all reports and records of every internal employee training session and every internal audit for a period of three years and provide them to the Division upon request.
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FUN & GAMES SUDOKU
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