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By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – Fouryear-old Jordan Caloia was very excited as he awaited entry into Toyland but what youngster wouldn’t be? This marked the second holiday season that he came out to receive a teddy bear from Santa Claus. Jordon was wearing a green shirt that sported a stegosaurus draped
in holiday lights as he stood in the lobby with his mom, aunt and grandmother to take part in what is a special holiday tradition for many township residents. For more than two decades, children and adults have enjoyed holiday magic through a trip to Toyland at the township’s Melvin
Cottrell Center for Senior Citizens and the Disabled. The facility located at 45 Don C o n n e r B o u le v a r d gets transformed each season into multiple holiday themed rooms feat u r ing cost umed characters. Approximately 2,000 visitors tour Toyland during the t wo-day weekend event which
is a joint effort by the Salvation Army, senior center staff and around 100 volunteers including students from both high schools. Senior Center Director Kate Slisky has enjoyed this event since she first came to head the facility in 2017. Over the years she has seen a few changes that have enhanced the experience. “It has become more elaborate this year,” Slisky said. Her husband John continues to make sure Santa Claus arrives for the event. A pair of grannies greet attendees just beyond Santa Claus’s chair. They wear special period attire. The grannies have their own cupboard area and are played by volunteers Noemi Ortz and Sally Treanry. Slisky said, “they’ve been part of our Toyland, I would say, forever. Long before I came (Toyland - See Page 4)
Longtime County Leader Vicari Bids Farewell To Public Office
Photo By Bob Vosseller Director of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners Joseph H. Vicari reflects on his long career in public office.
By Bob Vosseller OCEAN COUNTY – He’s been a fixture in county politics for more than fou r decades and his name wa s con spicuou sly absent from the ballot this year in the slot of Ocean County Commissioner.
Joseph H. Vicari, the longest serving freeholder/commissioner in the state, is saying farewell. He first became freeholder in 1982. His sunset from public office however comes with many fond memories, some challenging
times and a host of accomplishments. In his private life he served as a teacher of English a nd social st ud ies, school supervisor, and principal at Veterans Memorial Elementary School in Brick from (Vicari See Page 13)
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Houses Of Worship Ordinances Changed By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – As p a r t of a s e t t l e ment, the Township Cou ncil approved two ordinances that will change the way houses of worship and other religious zoning will be handled. T he ord i n a nc e s allow for the establishment of houses of worship, er uvs, and mikvahs in all neighborhoods, lifting previous prohibitions. The ordinances will permit shuls in some residential neighborhoods and allow religious institutions, dormitor ies, mik vahs and multi-family housing for faculty and their families along many of the township’s main roads. Both ordinances were part of a multiple lawsuit settlement that involved the tow nship having been accused of rest r ict ive zon i ng decisions that the Department of Justice (DOJ) found to be discr imi nator y t ow a r d Ja c k s o n’s growing Or thodox Jewish population. At t o r n e y Br e nt Pohlman, who was hired by Jackson to add ress the tow ns h i p’s R e l i g i o u s Land Use and Insti-
tutionalized Persons Act (RLUIPA) lawsuits explained why the ordinances were necessary. RLUIPA is a federal law that protects religious assemblies and institutions from discrimination in zoning and landmarking laws. The attorney explained, “these ordinances represent the effectuation of the f inal ter ms of the settlement agreements reached in the litigation with the Department of Justice, the New Jersey Attorney General’s Office and a private action by Ag udah (Israel of America) plaintiffs.” Polhman added, the ordinances involved in settling the various lawsuits “have been finalized and are no longer up for debate. Those agreements are final. The public hearing will consist of comments on the specific ordinances.” The attorney made it clear that while there were professionals present to explain technical information about the standards of the ordinances, the hearing was not meant for any debate on
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Continued From Page 1 seven years ago. They have been grannies before.” “Wherever we need them, they go,” Slisky added. “We enjoy the kids’ faces,” Ortiz said. “Last year I was on the other side with Santa.” “It is very nice,” Treanry said. “My only complaint is that I think they should have this two weekends in a row because this is a lot to set up and it is beautiful and more people could enjoy it.” Another long-time volunteer is Peggy Kolowicz. Her granddaughter was a volunteer last year. “I love this,” she said. She serves as a greeter as adults and children enter the various rooms. “When the kids walk through the door,
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its magic,” she said. “I’ve been doing it for 10 or 12 years. I brought my grandchildren here when they were little and my grandson just got married. Slisky said the Salvation Army have always been supportive of the center and that they have been focusing on helping the homeless. “They provide the free teddy bears that the children receive. We also give the children a cookie and juice when they come through the door and visit our rooms.” “The Salvation Army provides us 1,500 teddy bears which means we have over 1,500 outfits (that are made by volunteers from the seniors at the center) that are available for purchase,” Slisky said. Slisky added that “we have the Jackson Memorial High School Art Club doing the face painting and the tattooing and Jackson Liberty High School’s Interact Club has 50 students in costume.”
Those volunteers took part in various roles of popular characters ranging from superheroes, to elves, Rudolph, and Disney movie characters. Slisky also credited the help of the township’s Department of Public Works employees who assist each year and her staff member Kristine Jackson who she described as “the driving force behind Toyland. I am her lieutenant but she is the general.” The visit to Toyland allows for a time to mingle and for children and the center’s senior volunteers to socialize. “It really brings us together as a community,” Slisky added. “Every year gets a little better. With inflation being so bad families are looking for something fun and this is free. We also sell a hotdogs and pretzels for a dollar.” A popular feature is the miniature train room which features train sets that are laid out in a massive winter mountain
display. Craig Brownfield, a township resident, is the long-time conductor of that room. “I’ve been doing this for 20 years.” He showed off several of his new conductor hats. Three of the train sets are his while another is for the display. “It takes about three days to set up.” As for little Jordan, he had a wonderful time and received another teddy bear from Santa Claus. He also spotted a volunteer costumed as a teddy bear walking around during the event. His mother Maria Caloia said other family members would be joining them during the morning. She said her favorite part of the experience “is seeing how excited the children get. I love everything here, all the decorations and the various stations they set up for the kids. This is a nice new family tradition.”
cant before one of our land use boards going forward in the future regarding the interpretation of these ordinances and would be admissible in a court of law because this is a public hearing creating a public record,” he added. Pohlman also explained that there were two ordinances on the agenda because the township has both Pinelands and non-Pinelands properties. “Changes to zones located in the Pinelands areas are subject to Pinelands Commission review prior to be being implemented. It is the
policy of the Pinelands Commission that it will not review an ordinance until after it has been adopted by the municipality.” “These ordinances conclude almost 10 years of litigation,” Pohlman said. “The lawsuits and actions that gave rise to them came long before the election of the members of this governing body and the appointment of this administration.” The Agudah lawsuit was filed in 2017 while the DOJ lawsuit followed in 2020. Jackson was ordered to pay $575,000 in penalties and restitution as part of the
settlement and according to a recent consent order filed in U.S. District Court, the township will have to pay $2.2 million in legal fees to the Agudah and a local developer which will go toward the group’s legal fees. “It is an undisputed fact that this governing body and this administration did not take any action or any omission that gave rise to these lawsuits and the potential liability,” Pohlman said. He stressed that the ordinances that gave rise to the
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Keeping Your Holiday Celebrations Safe And Happy Capitol Comments Assemblyman Alex Sauickie
TRENTON - The winter holiday season is a time to enjoy family, friends, and festivities. We celebrate these holidays with get-togethers, special meals and decorations inside and outside our homes. It’s important to be aware that, unfortunately, these activities can increase the chance of a house fire. Statistics from the National Fire Prevention Association show the importance of fire safety during the holidays: ● U.S. fire departments responded to an estimated average of 790 home structure fires per year that began with decorations, excluding Christmas trees. These fires caused an annual average of four civilian deaths, 33 civilian fire injuries, and $14 million in direct property damage. ● Electrical distribution or lighting equipment was involved in more than two in five (40%)
home Christmas tree fires. ● Nearly one in five Christmas tree fires (20%) were started by lamps or bulbs. Eight percent were started by candles. ● Roughly two of every five home Christmas tree fires started in the living room. ● Candle fires peak in December and January, with 11% of candle fires occurring in each of those months. ● Thanksgiving is the peak day for home cooking fires, followed by Christmas Day and Christmas Eve. ● Year round, one-third (33%) of home decoration fires were started by candles. This jumped to almost half in December, when candles started 46% of such fires. Cooking started one-fifth (19%) of decoration fires. The National Fire Prevention Association (nfpa.org) has published some tips to help ensure that your holidays will be healthy and safe. I recommend that you check out that website and print out the safety tip sheets. Here are some tips that may be particularly important: ● Choose decorations that are flame resistant or
flame retardant. ● Keep lit candles away from decorations or other things that can burn. ● Check your lights to make sure they are appropriate for outside or inside use. ● Replace any string of lights with worn or broken cords or loose bulbs. ● Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for the number of strands that can be connected together. ● Use clips, not nails, to hang lights so electrical cords don’t get damaged. ● Keep decorations away from windows and doors. ● Test your smoke alarms and tell guests about escape routes. ● Keep children and pets away from lit candles. ● Stay in the kitchen when cooking on the stove top. ● Remind smokers to smoke outside, and to wet cigarette butts before disposal. ● Blow out candles when you leave the room or go to bed. ● Turn off all light strands before leaving home or going to bed. ● Pick a fresh tree and make sure needles don’t fall off.
● Cut two inches off the bottom of the tree and water it daily. ● Make sure the tree isn’t near a heat source or blocking any exits. ● Use lights that are listed by a qualified testing laboratory. ● Never use lit candles on a tree. ● Keep anything that can catch fire away from the stove top. ● Think about using battery-operated candles. ● Never use a candle if oxygen is used in the house. ● Remember, if you do have a fire call 9-1-1 right away. The winter holidays are a time of joy, no matter what holidays you celebrate. Let’s keep it that way by following these simple safety guidelines. I’ll be getting around as much as possible this month, so I look forward to seeing you before, during and after the holidays. Alex Sauickie is a life-long Jackson resident who represents his home town and 13 other towns in the State Assembly. Follow him on Facebook (/AssemblymanAlex) and on Instagram (@AssemblymanAlex), or visit his website at AssemblymanAlex.com.
Bill Addresses SNAP Application Approval Backlog Capitol Comments Senator Cory Booker
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Cory Booker (D-N.J.) and Alex Padilla (D-C.A.) and U.S. Representative Ted Lieu (D-C.A.) introduced the Timely Review of SNAP Online Retailer Applications Act, which would speed up the application review process for online-only grocery retailers. Since its implementation in 2019, the USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service’s (FNS) Supplemental Nutrition Assistance
Program (SNAP) Online Purchasing Pilot has allowed millions of Americans to access healthy affordable groceries, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. While the program has seen significant growth and additions of numerous retail chains to its offerings, online-only retailers without brick-and-mortar storefronts face significant wait times before they are approved. There is currently a backlog of dozens of online only retailer applications that have been waiting over nine months for a USDA determination. This bill would require USDA to make a determination on all online retailer applications within six
months. By reducing barriers to entry for smaller online-only retailers, this bill will enable SNAP beneficiaries to shop a wider variety of retailers and access the benefits of online grocery shopping. “Addressing the backlog in online-only retailer applications is critical to expanding access to essential, nutritious groceries for every household,” said Senator Booker. “By setting a six-month processing deadline and requiring a timely USDA review process, we will ensure that eligible online-only retailers are able to quickly start providing fresh fruits and vegetables and other healthy foods to families who may not otherwise have access to these nutritious items.” “SNAP programs play a vital role in
alleviating hunger across the country,” said Congressman Lieu. “However, to more fully meet the needs of each household, SNAP beneficiaries deserve access to user-friendly online retail platforms, quick delivery service, and a variety of retailers where they can purchase nutritious food for their family. Online-only grocery retailers are uniquely positioned to operate in underserved communities, including food deserts. Our bill would make it easier for online retailers to begin service in a timely manner and ensure that all American families have reliable access to healthy food. I am glad to join Senator Booker and Senator Padilla in introducing this important bill to support the health and wellbeing of our neighbors.”
Grant To Help Students Learn About Ecology And Wildfire Safety JACKSON – The township school district recently received a grant that will allow students of Elms Elementary School to learn about ecology and wildfire safety. In a state like New Jersey where 800,000 people live among one of the most volatile ecosystems in America - the Pine Barrens - it’s never too early to learn about how to prepare ourselves to keep the environment safe.
That’s the message behind the work of fire educators like the New Jersey Fire Safety Council and the Ocean County Park Department, who are working hard to educate about wildfire preparedness. Their work includes students in the FireSmart Kids club at the Elms Elementary School. Thanks to a wildfire ecology grant that the New Jersey Fire Safety Council provided, the students
will expand their learning about ecology, plant species and how they relate to fire suppression - with some hands-on lessons from fire experts. Members of the school’s Fire Smart Club met on December 13 before the school day started, to get a hands-on lesson from fire experts about fire suppression activities in the field. This hands-on lesson is one of the features of the curriculum-writing grant the district earned over
the summer to create the program that features lessons on ecology, plant species and how they relate to fire suppression and wildfire management. The FireSmart Kids club is a new club at Elms for students interested in local ecology, wildfires, and/ or careers in fire management. The Fire, Fuels, and Forest Health Curriculum is supported by theNJ Fire Safety Council, with local input from Ocean County Parks and Recreation managers and naturalists.
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Continued From Page 4 lawsuits “were drafted, introduced, and voted upon by individuals who are no longer a part of the township’s government.” He added though that he felt those officials “didn’t have a discriminatory bone in their bodies.” He put the blame on residents who voiced comments during various public meetings. This, he said, fueled the basis of the argument there was a bias against a religious community and left the township vulnerable to lawsuits. The attorney went on to say that there were organized citizen groups that contributed to the problem. “It can be said with certainty that these groups - that are still spreading misinformation - are one of the reasons Jackson has been inundated with lawsuits and why this settlement is actually necessary in the first place.” A four-page handout was distributed to attendees by citizens critical of the ordinances. That literature stated ordinances 30-23 and 31-23 went far beyond the consent orders and also criticized Mayor Michael Reina, who was not present at the meeting, stating “his actions are clearly written in the attorney General’s complaint.” Other accusations included in the literature and also voiced by residents during the public hearing, accused Councilman Mordechai Burnstein and Councilwoman Jennifer Kuhn of having a conf lict of interest and that they should not be allowed to vote. Township Attorney Greg McGuckin stated during the meeting that this was not true. Resident Randy Bergmann disagreed with McGuckin’s position on there being no conflict of interest. “Is this something you have taken seriously and looked at?” McGuckin said he reviewed the local government ethics law “and I heard the allegations raised this evening, they have been raised previously. There is no personal direct or indirect financial interest by him or Councilwoman Kuhn (due to her being a realtor) with respect to these ordinances.” Pohlman said those groups opposing these ordinances, “should look at themselves because the years of litigation are tied to the actions that took place back in 2017. The township was sued by the Department of Justice, New Jersey Attorney General and a private action plaintiff and because of those comments the township’s defenses were weakened.” “These ordinances were drafted to be constitutionally compliant. The ordinances treat secular and non-secular uses the same as the United States Constitution requires,” Pohlman said. Township Planner Ernie Peters said that in July “the town Planning Board amended and updated the master plan to address these litigation matters. In October, the governing body introduced on first reading these ordinances which were referred to the township Planning Board for review of consistency with the master plan.” He said the Planning Board reviewed
and approved the ordinances and sent them back to the governing body this month which led to the public hearing of the ordinances. Ashton Jones who works with Peters’ office at Remington and Vernick Engineers then read the various zones in the township where various uses will be permitted. Lisa Young was one of the many residents who spoke during the night. “I moved in over 25 years ago. My husband and I raised our three children here. I do see some unfairness going on. People come out, they voice their opinions on what they think is fair and what isn’t and things just keep getting passed.” She asked how many of the houses of worship would be allowed to have dormitories “which would cause an impact upon the township with the traffic?” Pohlman responded saying it was only schools that would be permitted to have dor mitories. “Dor mitories are only allowed in a limited number of zones - so not everywhere where schools are permitted are dormitories permitted,” he added. The vote on the two ordinances were not u nanimous. T he ordinance that pertained to the 100 square miles that were not part of the Pinelands section of the township passed in a three to two vote with Councilmembers Scott Sargent, Burnstein and Kuhn voting in favor of it while Council President Steven Chisholm and Council Vice President Nino Borelli voted against it. The ordinance pertaining to the Pinelands regulations went 3-1-1 with Borelli voting no, Chisholm abstaining and Kuhn, Burnstein and Sargent voting for it. Borelli said his no votes on both ordinances “are based solely on concerns for our entire town becoming overbuilt and overdeveloped as the ordinances are currently written. These ordinances will pave the way to major development along the town’s many residential roads and highways and will dramatically transform Jackson’s rural and suburban landscape.” “Like so many residents I hear from including tonight about overdevelopment and high-density development which we have seen in other municipalities. Residents should always have a say on their land use process and what is being built next or near to them and the impact it could have on their surrounding area,” he added. The councilman said, “we are talking about major land use changes to our town being presented in these two ordinances. We can’t prohibit development but we can try to limit it. These ordinances go beyond what was required in the settlement.” The Township Council attempted to adopt these ordinances during a meeting on December 5. However, approximately 150 to 175 people came out to that meeting and the maximum occupancy of the room was said to be around 125. The fire marshal advised the Council to stop the meeting and reschedule and relocate it to a larger venue. The five-hour meeting was held at the Jackson Liberty High School auditorium.
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They let everyone know in advance, post on social media, share to the town Facebook pages, and have a Santa tracker just to make sure everyone has a chance to see Santa. Happy Holidays from Santa’s Reindeer!
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Photo courtesy Calling All Cats JACKSON – Calling All Cats is a cat rescue group made up of volunteers, some of whom work at a spay and neuter clinic. People would drop off unwanted cats. As a group, they save the babies that are left alone, the countless mothers that have had numerous litters and those that are losing or have lost their home. Perfect little Dana is still waiting for her forever family to find her! This girl is full of love and personality! She loves to run around and play and then cuddle up with you and give you kisses before bed! She gets along great with other cats, doesn’t mind the dogs
and is good with children! Dana is the perfect mix of chill and play and will make it a point to be the most entertaining part of your day with her silly self! To help humanely lower the feline population, they spay and neuter feral cats and then find homes for the friendly adults and the offspring that have been born. The rescue works extremely hard to find the best homes for cats of all shapes, sizes, colors and ages. While these cats wait, they are cared for in safe, loving, and nurturing foster homes To start the application process, visit Calling All Cats on Facebook and Petfinder.com.
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and photographer Rebecca Nowalski, for her patience in always obtaining the perfect pose with Kris Kringle. Deputy Mayor Herb Marinari, the owner of Big Woods Nursery was also thanked for his donating the community Christmas tree once again this year. He and the rest of the Township Committee supported this joyful event.
Leaders Of The Pack: The Gray Wolf By Renee A. Thomaier Retired New Jersey Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator In North America, there are five subspecies of gray wolf. They are social creatures with a complex communication system, which involves barking, growling, body language, scent marking and howling. Sound familiar? The domestic dog is so closely related to the grey wolf that they are 99.9% genetically identical. Wolf pups are cared for in dens established by both parents until maturity at around ten months old. Gray wolves live in packs led by the mother and father wolves. A pack can consist of four to seven. They establish hunting territories by marking them, ranging from 50 to 1,000 square miles. Wolves mate for life. As carnivores, wolves typically prey upon animals larger than themselves, ranging from deer, moose, and elk, but are known to also eat smaller mammals like rabbit or beaver. Wolves will consume 20 to 30 pounds of meat in a single meal but can live without food for up to 14 days. Since their range has been reduced by one-third, they will commonly kill livestock. This has resulted in them being killed in revenge, by those farmers
losing their livestock. At one time the gray wolf was the world’s most widely distributed mammal. In 1926 the last wolf was killed in Yellowstone National Park. In 1995 a program for reintroduction was implemented and the wolves were reproducing at a rapid rate. As of January 2023, there are at least 108 in the park, existing in ten packs. Their average life expectancy is four to five years in the park, with the oldest known wolf in the park being 12 and a half years old. Leading the cause of death for wolves inside the park is other wolves. Humans are the leading cause of death outside the park. In some areas the gray wolf has been exterminated due to hunting and trapping. A record 23 wolves who had wandered outside Yellowstone National Park were killed. It appears there is much debate over whether to protect wolves or not. 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, wild or domestic, is punishable by law.
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Our patients always have great questions about hearing and hearing technology. We feel it’s our obligation as the community’s only AudigyCertified practice to provide you more than exceptional hearing care and technology recommendations; we are here to give you the informative answers you’re looking for so you can confidently make educated decisions about your hearing health. Question - I’ve seen devices called “personal sound amplifiers” or PSAs advertised on TV. Are they the same as hearing aids? Answer - No, they are not. Personal sound amplifiers are quite different from hearing aids. These devices shouldn’t be used in the place of an expertly tuned hearing aid fit by a licensed hearing professional. Personal sound amplifiers were created to amplify sounds during recreational activities like hunting and
bird watching, not to alleviate a hearing problem. Since their specific function is to make sounds louder, personal sound amplifiers can actually be harmful to your hearing. Unlike properly fit hearing aids, personal sound amplifiers cannot adapt to environmental sounds. Loud sounds will just get louder, potentially causing serious damage to your hearing. Call for a free technology demonstration - Our practice offers the latest, most effective hearing aid technology available. And our experience in fitting and adjusting hearing aids means we can fine-tune them to respond to the way you live your life. Only a properly fit hearing instrument can do this, and this is what our hearing care providers do best. Dr. Izzy and his Staff are always available to answer questions pertaining to your hearing health care. Please feel free to contact 732-451-3962 or visit gardenstatehearing.com.
His offices are in Toms River, Whiting, and Manahawkin. He can be reached at 732-451-3962 or via Web site at gardenstatehearing.com. Dr. Izzy & Staff gives Retirement Community Talks!
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OCEAN COUNTY - The principal purpose of Animal Birth Control, a volunteer non-profit established in 1969, is to help reduce the number of unwanted animals by providing financial aid to those that cannot afford to pay the veterinary fees for spaying and neutering as well as helping those who provide TNR (trap-neuter-return) for their community strays. “We have helped over 2,500 animals this year alone. WE NEED YOUR HELP..... For over 50 years, ABC has been helping fund the spay and neuter of community strays and pets. We are almost out of funds and we desperately need your help. Please help us by donating so we can continue helping the animals.” A fundraiser selling raff le tickets is going on now. There are three $250 Visa gift cards to be won. The drawing is on January 19 at 2 p.m. at 519
Monmouth Avenue in Pine Beach. The winner need not be present. A donation of $2 to attend the drawing is appreciated, but not necessary. “The single most important thing that we can do to save animals from all the suffering and death that their overpopulation causes, is to spay and neuter them. If you need financial assistance to help spay and neuter, please call ABC for guidance and funding assistance. Don’t wait until another litter is born or the neighbors complain when they see them multiplying!” “We a re r u n n i ng low on f u ndi ng and depend on donations in order for us to help assist others with spay and neuter.” For more information, visit ABC NJ on Facebook or email AnimalBir thControlNJ@gmail.com
Jackson EMS Seeking Volunteers JACKSON – Make a difference in your community! Jackson Township EMS is currently seeking volunteers. No experience needed. Must be 16 years or older. Free first aid training. Learn
skills for life. Now hiring EMTs. Paid holidays. Healthcare benefits. Competitive pay. Flexible schedule. To apply, visit JTFAS.org.
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Here’s To Your Health Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
Understanding B Vitamins: Essential For Health And Wellbeing By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. Did you know that approximately 10-30% of older adults suffer from some form of B vitamin deficiency? It may be that the B vitamins they supplement with are inferior forms, or that the body isn’t absorbing the Bs into the mitochondria. It could be poor gut health preventing conversion and activation. It may be a missing cofactor. Whatever the cause is, the end result is the same. Low B complex means poor health. B vitamins are crucial for our health, playing vital roles in energy production, brain function, and cell metabolism. As a healthcare professional and advocate for natural health, I often emphasize the importance of understanding these vitamins, their benefits, and signs of deficiency. Let’s talk about the role B vitamins play in the human body. Here is the entire family of B complex: Thiamine (B1) aids in glucose metabolism and is vital for nerve, muscle, and heart function. Benfotiamine is a highly bioavailable form of this nutrient that is lab-made. Riboflavin (B2) is essential for growth and overall energy production. Niacin (B3) supports the function of the digestive system, skin, and nerves. Adenine (B4) this is usually never found in B complex vitamins but it helps with DNA and RNA. Pantothenic Acid (B5) is crucial for hormone and cholesterol production. Pyridoxine (B6) is vital for brain development and function. P5P is body-ready and better. Biotin (B7) is key in lipid, protein, and carbohydrate metabolism.
Folic Acid (B9) is crucial for cell creation and emotional health. Folate or 5-MTHF is better. Cobalamin (B12) is essential for red blood cell production and nervous system maintenance. Methyl B12 or adenosyl B12 is even better because it is the mitochondrial form. Deficiencies in these vitamins can manifest in various ways. For instance, a lack of B12 might lead to fatigue, pale skin, and a swollen tongue, while B6 deficiency can result in itchy rashes and a weakened immune system. The risk of an imbalance with the family of B vitamins does exist. A lot of people take one B vitamin only, forgetting that this is actually a family of many B vitamins. Taking high doses of one B vitamin, like folate, can and often does cause imbalances in others. For example, excess folate can mask a B12 deficiency, potentially leading to neurological problems and neuropathy as well as confusion. It’s crucial to maintain a balance, often best achieved through B complex supplements, under medical guidance. A practitioner can help determine if a B vitamin deficiency or another health issue is the cause, but so you know B complex is sold in America without a prescription. Each of the B vitamins offers unique benefits especially when they get into the mito (as in mitochondria). That’s why I created a supplement called “Mito B Complex” which is available on Amazon or my website. You can also eat your way to better B vitamin status. A balanced diet of meats and vegetables is key to maintaining adequate levels of all the B vitamins.
(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.
The Calendar Girls
JERSEY SHORE – Looking for entertainment for your organization? The Calendar Girls – a Senior Performance Show which includes a Master of Ceremonies/Comedian 12 tap/jazz dancers, plus two vocalists. They provide their own music, along with their beautiful costumes in a one-
hour show. They entertain for special events at senior expos, clubhouses, fundraisers and assisted living facilities. They are available for holiday performances. Also, they continually look for tap dancers to join their group. For information or to book a show, call the booking agent Jean at 732-730-3539.
Ceramics At Jackson Senior Center
JACKSON – Join on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays for ceramics. The instructor is here from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Stop by and check it out! If you would like to register
for ceramics or any of their other wonderful activities, call the Jackson Senior Center at 732-928-2313 Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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By: Christopher R. Shea, Esq., of R.C. Shea & Associates YOU have a right to a safe and healthful workplace. Unlike most personal injur y cases, a person who suffers an injury at work must assert his/her claim in accordance with the Workers Compensation Act. Under this Act, the burden is placed on the employer to provide medical care to any employee that suffers an injury arising out of the employment, or in the course of employment. However, in some instances, an employer may deny workers compensation coverage by claiming that you have not been injured, or that the injury you have suffered is not serious enough to qualify for Workers Compensation benefits. If a claim is disputed, you may stand to lose critical benefits, such as medical care coverage, financial assistance, and job retraining. Therefore, it is important for every employee to have a basic understanding as to their rights under the Workers Compensation Act. When the Workers Compensation Act was passed, it established that an employer must provide medical care to any employee who suffers an injury arising out of either: (1) a Traumatic Injury or (2) an Occupational Exposure or Disease. The first category of injury, known as Traumatic Injury, occurs whenever an employee suffers an injury that is caused by, or accelerated by, a work place “event”. In most instances, any injury that affects your ability to work will be deemed compensable. Commonly Traumatic Injuries range from: back injuries, infections, hernias, burns, stroke, fractures, broken bones, traumatic hearing loss, and traumat-
ically induced cancers. If such an injury has occurred, you must file a claim petition for Workers Compensation benefits within two (2) years of the date of the accident, two (2) years of the employer’s failure to pay you in accordance with an agreement, or within two (2) years of the last payment of compensation. The second category of compensable injury established under the Workers Compensation Act is known as Occupational Exposures and Diseases. In general, Occupational Exposures and Diseases are restricted to diseases that are, or were, characteristic of a particular trade, occupation, or place of employment. Since this type of injury sometimes take years to manifest, the Workers Compensation Act has established different provisions for filing such claims. Under the act, a person who suffers from an Occupational Exposure or Disease must file a claim petition within two (2) years after the date on which the injured employee first becomes aware of the nature of the disability and its relationship to the employment. Thus, under the wording of this Act, an injured employee maintains his right to medical benefits, regardless of when the last exposure occurred, so long as he files within two (2) years of the date he is notified of injury. If you feel that you have suffered one of the aforementioned injuries contact the Workers Compensation attorneys at R.C. Shea and Associates to secure the benefits that you are entitled to.
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Jackson Township To Form Multicultural Committee JACKSON – Jackson Township is announcing the formation of the Jackson Township Multicultural Committee, dedicated to fostering unity, celebrating diversity and ensuring an inclusive community for all. This Committee will consist of approximately 34 members, one from each voting district, that will meet regularly to create and organize community events in building bridges and bringing together residents from different religious, non-religious and
cultural backgrounds, as well as create and implement a public education campaign that will focus on highlighting diversity within the Township and promoting cultural and religious sensitivity and acceptance of all members of the Township. If you are interested in shaping a more inclusive and harmonious future for our community, send an email to officeofadministration@jacksontwpnj.net. Please be sure to include name, address, email and best contact number.
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Continued From Page 1 1994 to 2003. He became superintendent of the Berkeley Township School District in 2003-2010 and 2011-2012. Vicari is concluding his 14th term as an Ocean County Commissioner, a title previously known as Freeholder. He served this year as director of the board, a position he has held a dozen times. From 1979 to 1994, he served as a member of the Dover Township Committee (now known as the Toms River Township Council). He served as mayor and also as police commissioner of the township for five terms. He grew up in Jersey City and it was his father who inspired him to go into politics. “I grew up in downtown Jersey City, an urban area, poorest section and I worked for the family business which was a butcher because my father was a butcher and my grandfather,” Vicari said. “When my father (Hugo Vicari) came back from World War II he bought a business in downtown Jersey City.” That business used to be a barber shop owned by Joseph Mastronardy, grandfather of Ocean County Sheriff Michael Mastronardy. Hugo Vicari converted it to a butcher shop. “My sister was born while my father was serving as an Army medic during the Battle of the Bulge. He came back and wanted to own his own business and his own identity.” As he looked at some of the photographs and news clippings that featured his father that were in his office at the County Administration building, Vicari said “my father believed in something that was very important and that he instilled in me and all of his children - the importance of education. My father liked being a butcher but under the GI Bill he went to law school.” “We worked hard. I’m second-generation Italian-American, my father was first generation but I am American, always American, never hyphened or anything else. He instilled in me hard work, education and giving something back to the community,” Vicari added. He showed another photo featuring his father with the Volunteers of America. “When he was in the Battle of the Bulge, he didn’t have a nickel for a cup of coffee and a donut so every holiday season, my father was with Volunteers of
The Jackson Times, December 23, 2023, Page 13 America and every time I see them, I will always give to them.” During his time as commissioner, Vicari spearheaded a program to support the local business community that has been adopted by local chambers of commerce and business associations; he worked with the Ocean County Workforce Investment Board to obtain grants and worked with affiliated agencies in job training and retraining.
He is also proud of his work as liaison to the county’s Senior Services Office - overseeing programs and obtaining grants for the county’s most vulnerable citizens. He is also the long-time liaison to the library system. He also served as liaison to the Ocean County Vocational-Technical School and worked with tourism and non-profit organizations to provide matching tourism promotional economic grants to promote family-oriented, environmentally-friendly
industries to help stabilize the tax rate and brought in around $7 billion into the county in tourism expenditures. Vicari, who has been a resident of Ocean County since 1969, spoke proudly of his wife Joyce and their two children and two grandchildren. Public service was what led him to entering politics. “I understand the potential of a human being that if you work hard, you can achieve anything.” (Vicari - See Page 14)
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Continued From Page 13 When he returned to the role of Berkeley Township Superintendent, “I gave back the $250,000 so it could be used to save jobs for special needs. My heart has always been toward early child development and those with disabilities.” He said he felt a good portion of his legacy concerned seniors. “We have excellent pro-
grams for our seniors but they need help and we have to make sure no one goes hungry and there is no waiting list.” He recalled the late Freeholder John Bartlett who he also had a photo of. “We didn’t always agree. We agreed most of the time but he helped me grow.” Vicari said he’d like to see more young people get involved in politics. Vicari noted that “Warren Wolf had a great influence on me. He was a good man who
never said anything negative and was a very moral person. He helped people and made a change in Brick Township. He loved people, loved people and did the right thing.” “I am concerned now about the younger generations. I love helping people and I am an educator. I read a lot and speak to a lot of smart people - not just people who think like I do - but people who think outside the box. You have to be innovative and you have to look at the future. Reach high!”
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OCC To Reimburse Tuition For Employees Of Local Little Caesars TOMS RIVER – Ocean County College is pleased to announce a new tuition reimbursement partnership that allows employees of Vulcan Formations LLC, a franchise of Little Caesars, to take classes at OCC and be reimbursed up to $1,620 per year. The program is available to both part-time and full-time employees in good standing who have complete their probationary period. Any OCC degree program can be eligible for funding. Ocean County College will assist the students with the enrollment process and in submitting documents needed to receive the benefit. “Ocean County College is excited to partner with Vulcan Formations to offer this valuable benefit to their employees, helping these students reach their educational goals and build the skills they need to succeed in their careers,” said James Campbell, FIPSE Grant project manager at Ocean County College. Vulcan Formations LLC, located at 3242 Bridge Avenue in Point Pleasant, is the first and only Little Caesars franchise to offer a tuition reimbursement benefit. By partnering exclusively with Ocean County College to provide this program, the franchise is investing in their employees’ future success while helping the company stay competitive in today’s workforce. To learn more about this program, visit go.ocean.edu/pizzapizza. Employers interested in developing a tuition benefits program with OCC should contact Mr. Campbell at jcampbell@ ocean.edu.
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WHITING – Come out to the Flea Market on January 20 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. to see what you have been missing out on. They have over 50 friendly vendors, come on in and check it out our great bargains. If you just want to catch up with your friends, stop by the kitchen for breakfast or lunch 8:30 a.m. till 12:30 p.m. Hope to see you here at 325 Schoolhouse Road, Whiting. The Flea Market is every third Saturday of every month. The next one is February 17. If you are interested in renting a table the cost is $10 per table. Call Ronnie at 908-303-7377.
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CLASSIFIEDS For Rent Apartment For Rent - Brick NJ - 83 Brandywine Court. $2,450/per month. 2 BD's, 1.5 Bath, washer/dryer, access to pool, patio for BBQing. Contact Management company Ana Almonte 732-470-5796. email aalmonte njleasingagent@gmail.com. (5) Seaside Park - 1 Bedroom apartment, $1300. Waterfront Marina 4 Bedroom Private Home with new floors, carpet and paint. Super Clean with beautiful sunsets from your deck, $2800. 908-278-5491. (5)
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Items Wanted COSTUME/ESTATE JEWELRY Looking to buy costume/ estate jewelry, old rosaries and religious medals, all watches and any type of sterling silver, bowls, flatware candlesticks or jewelry. Same day house calls and cash on the spot. 5 percent more with this AD. Call Peggy at 732-581-5225. (t/n) $$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ Jewelry and watches, costume jewelry, sterling silver, silverplate, medals, military items, antiques, musical instruments, pottery, fine art, photographs, paintings, statues, old coins, vintage toys and dolls, rugs, old pens and postcards, clocks, furniture, bric-a-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid. Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius. 732-364-7580. (t/n) Vinyl Records Wanted - Paying cash for LP albums. Rock, Reggae, Blues, Jazz. Also buying Comic Books . Call Rick 908-616-7104. (t/n) CASH PAID!! LP records - stereos, musical instruments, guitar, saxophone, CD’s, reel tapes, music related items. Come to you. 732-804-8115. (44) Entire Estates Bought - Bedroom/dining sets, dressers, cedar chests, wardrobes, secretaries, pre-1950 wooden furniture, older glassware, oriental rugs, paintings, bronzes, silver, bric-a-brac. Call Jason at 609-970-4806. (t/n) Cash - Top dollar, paid for junk, cars running and nonrunning, late model salvage, cars and trucks, etc. 732-928-3713. (t/n) U s e d G u n s Wa n t e d - A l l types: collectibles, military, etc. Call 917-681-6809. (t/n) CASH, CASH, CASH! - Instant cash paid for junk cars, trucks, vans. Free removal of any metal items. Discount towing. Call Dano 732-239-3949. (t/n) Ca$h Paid For Old 45 RPM Records. - R&B, doo wop, soul, early rock & roll, and rockabilly preferred. Call between 8AM and 8PM 909-938-4623. (1)
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PART-TIME BUS DRIVERS Wanted for the Ocean County Vocational Technical School District: Pay Rate $20/hour. CDL License required, must have (B), (P) & (S) Endorsements. Daily transport of students on field trips in and/or out of State and job shadowing trips. NO PEDDLE RUNS. EOE. Please email resume to ecrawford@ocvts.org or call Ed Crawford at 732-473-3100 ext. 3110. (4) Seeking Responsible Individual With Good Phone Skills - Experience In Hvac & Permits A Plus. Filing/Answering Phones/ Scheduling/Permits/Ordering Parts/ Customer Service. Great Work Environment. $15/Hour 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday. Paid Holidays. Call Care Temp Heating & AC at 732-349-1448 Or Fax Resume To 732-349-6448. (t/n) Bus Driver NEEDED! - Flexible Scheduling. Perfect for Retiree in Retirement Community. CDL w/ Passenger endorsement required. Call SilverWoods Clubhouse for more information at 732-341-4825. (t/n) Certified Home Health Aides - Needed for Ocean County area. Hourly and live-in positions avail. P/T and F/T. Call CCC at 732-206-1047. (t/n) Laundromat Attendant - For FT/ PT Good communication skills, math and min computer knowledge. Transportation needed. Long term commitment only. 732-286-1863. (t/n)
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CROSSWORD PUZZLE
Across 1 Tibetan monks 6 Game with drivers and carts 10 __ of gold 13 Eggy brunch choice 15 Slender woodwind 16 Flightless bird of Australia 17 *Take a chance 19 Photographer Goldin 20 Squirrel’s discard 21 Pancakes often served with smoked salmon 23 Archaic “once” 24 *Minnesota medical center 27 Blessing ender 29 “Oh, now I see” 30 Mother-of-pearl 33 GI show gp. 34 Quacking bird 37 Slice of history 38 *Mug for the cameras 42 Language of Southeast Asia 43 Off-white shade 45 Pollen gatherer 46 Arcade pioneer 48 Hole in a tub 50 Covert ops outfit, for short 52 *Vatican security detail 55 “Hey, you!” 59 Sun porch 60 Float in the air 62 So last month 63 Spot to assemble
the first parts of the answers to the starred clues 66 Laudatory poem 67 Area behind an altar 68 Hears (of) 69 Chicken __: itchy malady 70 Class ring number 71 Wager Down 1 “SNL” producer Michaels 2 French love 3 Gets soupy, as ice cream 4 Elite athlete 5 Late-night host Meyers 6 Divine 7 __-Wan Kenobi 8 Opp. of express 9 Without oomph
10 Landform that juts into the water 11 Resident of a Middle Eastern sultanate 12 Loose-fitting top 14 Unifying feature of many crosswords 18 Splashy style 22 Fibbed 25 Hops-drying oven in a brewery 26 “Mon petit __”: French endearment 28 “It’s okay, I guess” 30 Jill Biden, __ Jacobs 31 Rainbow shape 32 Analog catalog in British libraries 33 One-eighty 35 Indy 500 racer 36 Colorful pond fish 39 “You’re making __
mistake!” 40 Feature of many restaurant websites 41 Actress Grier 44 __ Minor: constellation 47 “Let’s see you do better!” 49 “To quote myself ... “ 50 Team on a film set 51 Ibuprofen brand 52 Sailing vessel 53 Picture book character lost in a crowd 54 Birch family tree 56 Brand of hummus 57 Smelled a lot 58 To the point 61 Puts frosting on 64 Imitate 65 Super-secret intel org
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SUDOKU Just look at that amazing display of Christmas lights, displays and inflatables. If you want to check it out for yourself, head over to 13 Mirta Court in Jackson. The lights
are on from 5 p.m. until midnight. Elaine Franczak, the homeowner, tells us they have a donation bin by the mailbox for the local food pantry.
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OMARR’S ASTROLOGICAL FOR THE WEEK OF DEC 23 - DEC 29 BY JERALDINE SAUNDERS FORECAST ARIES (March 21-April 19): Now could be the time to let your enthusiasm show. Try not to be afraid when it comes to making the first move when it comes to love. It can be ok to get your hands dirty when putting together something for some family fun. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): If someone thinks you are a bit eccentric, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn they find you amusing rather than annoying. Your skills could be on full display and may get the opportunity to take control and save the day. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Your friends may monopolize your time or take up space you usually reserve for family time. Participation in a group event could put you at odds with a relative who might have other plans. Try to divide your time fairly. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Being in harmony with a special someone could have you humming a happy tune all day. You might be set on following family traditions but remain flexible enough to accept other people’s opinions or customs. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Generosity much like love must come from your heart. You could help fulfill someone else’s daydreams by giving freely whenever you can. Logic may not always hold sway when emotions are concerned. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Sometimes you can get caught up in a moment if disappointment disturbs your harmony. Do your best to remember the many times your expectations may have been exceeded by loved ones to help put things into perspective.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Merriment can be facilitated if you are willing to experiment with some new ways to bring people together. Finding loving harmony with your tribe could help make great memories to treasure for years to come. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Tender feelings within a romantic relationship or close friendship could be magnified right now. You can enjoy a deepened sense of intimacy as you share in merrymaking with loved ones. Do your best to keep the peace. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Sentimentality may have a special place in your home. You could be filled with seasonal spirit but might need to have more practical considerations to deal with, such as cooking or keeping an eye on the weather reports. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Someone who seems unapproachable could have a gentle side hiding underneath. You may find it easier to call a truce now. You might be in a take-charge mood and feeling enthusiastic about preparing for a celebration. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): When the weather outside is frightful be grateful if you have the freedom to remain snug and cozy indoors. Prepare some extra treats if you feel there may not be enough to go around at a gathering. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): If at first you do not succeed, you can still try again. Your resolve to be more understanding might weaken if faced with confusing reactions from others. Continue to be kind and try not to be concerned by mixed signals.
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IF YOU’RE LOOKING FOR A NEW CHRISTMAS COOKIE RECIPE, THIS IS THE ONE YOU SHOULD TRY By America’s Test Kitchen
SOFT AND CHEWY MOLASSES SPICE COOKIES Makes about 22 cookies
1/3 cup granulated sugar (about 2 1/2 ounces; 71 grams), plus 1/2 cup for dipping 2 1/4 cups unbleached all-purpose flour (11 1/4 ounces; 319 grams) 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/4 teaspoon table salt 12 tablespoons unsalted butter (1 1/2 sticks), softened but still cool 1/3 cup packed dark brown sugar (about 2 1/2 ounces; 71 grams) 1 large egg yolk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup molasses (about 6 ounces; 170 grams), light or dark 1. Adjust oven rack to middle position and heat oven to 375 degrees. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Place 1/2 cup sugar for dipping in an 8-inch or a 9-inch cake pan. 2. Whisk flour, baking soda, spices, and salt in a
medium bowl until thoroughly combined; set aside. 3. In a stand mixer fitted with paddle attachment, beat butter with brown and granulated sugars at medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Reduce speed to medium-low and add yolk and vanilla; increase speed to medium and beat until incorporated, about 20 seconds. Reduce speed to medium-low and add molasses; beat until fully incorporated, about 20 seconds, scraping bottom and sides of bowl once with rubber spatula. 4. Reduce speed to lowest setting; add flour mixture and beat until just incorporated, about 30 seconds, scraping bowl down once. Give dough final stir with rubber spatula to ensure that no pockets of flour remain at bottom. Dough will be soft. 5. Using tablespoon measure, scoop heaping tablespoon of dough and roll between palms into 1 1/2-inch ball; drop ball into cake pan with sugar and repeat to form about four balls. Toss balls in sugar to coat and set on a prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Repeat with remaining dough. 6. Bake one sheet at a time until cookies are browned, still puffy, and edges have begun to set but centers are still soft (cookies will look raw between cracks and seem underdone), about 11 minutes, rotating baking sheet halfway through baking. 7. Cool cookies on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then use a wide metal spatula to transfer cookies to a wire rack; cool cookies to room temperature and serve. (They can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container or zipper-lock plastic bag up to five days.)
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