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Several hundred people turned out for “First Walk” a two-mile trek on the beach of Island Beach State Park on the afternoon of New Year’s Day.

Kevin Williams has had his last broadcast but he’s still going to be very active in the community.

By Bob Vosseller ISLAN D BEACH STATE PARK – Hundreds of people decided to start their new year off with an afternoon trek along the beach on January 1. Around 500 people had signed up for the “First Walk” activity that kicked off at 1:30 p.m., organized by the Friends of Island Beach State Park, a non-profit organization formed to enhance interpretive,

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – You m ig ht not he a r h is voice on the radio, but you’ll still see him helping out the community. Kevin Williams has stepped away from the microphone. He’s covered high school football for 45 years, for WOBM and the Shore Sports Network. But whe n r e p or t i ng on sports, the scores are just part of the story.

educational, recreational, research programs and events. While most walkers had two feet, there were several four-legged hikers who put their paw prints into the sand for the invigorating walk. The event was dog friendly and featured temperatures in the 40s with a mild wind that kept walkers awake for the one-mile destination and one mile return to the Friends tent.

Members of the Friends activity to start a fresh promoted some of their slate to the year and to merchandise that includ- get some exercise but to ed sweatshirts, caps and also help pick up some other items in support of debris along their path. the organization. There was one group of For those who got back walkers who discovered sooner than later, you and removed a cutting had a better chance at board during their trek. sampling some s’mores “Why would someone that were provided for bring a cutting board to free (although donations the beach and leave it were happily taken) near here,” the walker asked. the tent where a small For some children who bonfire was cooking. took part in the walk, A number of walkers finding and discarding not only took part in the (First Walk - See Page 4)

The most important part is the people – the athletes, the coaches, the fans. It was this personal touch that led him to have loyal listeners. It was his desire to enrich those around him that led him to be one of the county’s biggest cheerleaders and one of the most vocal volunteers. Hometow n View, a per sonal, week ly (Kevin - See Page 4)

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Photo courtesy Central Regional (Top) The construction was a $3.5 million undertaking. (Bottom) The finished windows give the façade of the school a much different look.

By Chris Lundy BERKELEY – New windows are helping Central Regional High School look different – and hopefully students will feel different as well. The cafeteria, auxiliary gym, guidance office, 27 classrooms, and other offices and hallways were improvedbythenewwindows, district Business Administrator Kevin O’Shea said.

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In addition to being an aesthetic improvement, they will also help in keeping the keeping in heat – or air conditioning – depending on the season. That means they will be more energy efficient. The new windows are commercialgradeandcome from the Architectural Windows Manufacturing Cor-

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unique in that we not only had to replace the windows, the entire wall had to be replaced because it was a window-wall system. So the projectentailedreplacingthe wall, including the heating/ cooling univents, as well as the windows,” O’Shea said. However, the germ of the project started when the other half of the high school had received new windows in 2012.

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the strange debris found was a bit of a treasure hunt. “Look what I found?” one pre-teen remarked in excitement, refusing to show it to a sibling before he could first show it to his mother. Two young children who came with their mother brought along their baby dolls but mom didn’t want the task of holding the dolls once her kids got tired from the walk. She said one child in particular “is a problem solver. She brought an empty box with a string to pull the dolls in like a wagon so they could enjoy the walk down the beach too.” There are nature programs available at the park including Wild Child programs for children, kayak tours, trail hikes, guided walks, beginner’s surfing, fishing clinic, clamming the Barnegat Bay, coastal cooking and a photography seminar. The Friends have published 30,000 free visitor guides, host a Beach Plum Festival that nor-

mally draws around 8,000 people, the Barrier Island Classic adult and child surf contests, a beach soccer tournament in August, salt water aquariums, a spotting scope for birding at the nature center, folding chairs and tables plus televisions at nature and interpretive centers. All funds collected serve to support the group’s programs and are raised by volunteers through donations. During the summer the organization offers daily program including pulling a seine net through Barnegat Bay and discovering the amazing creatures who live in the bay as well as beach walks to uncover shells, identify plants and animals and learning about the extensive dune system at IBSP. There are custom group tours available for schools, clubs, civic organizations and other groups. For information about programs contact the park at 732-793-0506 or visit islandbeachnatureprograms.org For information on how to join the Friends, e-mail info@FriendsofIslandBeach.org or visit FriendsofIslandBeach.org. The group can also be found on Facebook.com/FriendsofIslandBeach.

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piece, where he talked about anything of interest to him, will be a thing of the past. His segment that he did for almost 27 years has a fitting title since he worked, lived, and breathed “hometown.” It was where he announced his semi-retirement. WOBM has had four different owners during its tenure. “Each time it changed, I felt like I had to prove myself,” he said. Each time, he was able to create value for the company while still doing what he liked, and he’s been happy to have an opportunity to do it. “I never cashed a paycheck I didn’t feel I earned.” He started in 1979. He was WOBM’s first full time sports director. He remembers starting with the outcome of west coast games, because they likely ended after local listeners went to bed. He developed a rapport with Steve Paul who would start his show immediately after. This grew into “Coffee With Kevin,” and then the two co-hosting the morning show from 5 a.m. to 9 a.m. until 1996. He looks back on the time working with Paul as a lot of fun, because they would be extemporaneous. They didn’t need much of a plan, just trust and mutual understanding. In a previous interview with this newspaper, marking his 40 th anniversary in this business, he talked about how difficult it was to decline favors for good causes. “It took me so long to learn how to say ‘no,’” he said. If there was a cause he felt strongly about, he’d lend his voice to it He’s now had three spine surgeries, a hip replacement, and another on the way. This is the time when he’s supposed to

be slowing down. It’s just been difficult to do. Now, there will be fewer speaking engagements. If he’s on a board of directors, he’ll step down when his term is up. “I was blown away by the social media” wave of support that came out when he announced he was leaving. “I was completely caught off guard.” Part of this he attributes to longevity in the area. Nobody works for 44 years doing the same thing anymore. He knows 35-year-olds who have had 15 different jobs. Corporations buy each other out and staff are let go, jobs disappear, and personnel get shuff led around. It’s not like it used to be in any career, let alone communications. When he was first starting out, the goal was to move up to one of the bigger markets – New York or Philly. But how many people can say that their commute has been less than 10 minutes their entire career? Living in Beachwood, it was a quick drive to WOBM when it was in Bayville. Now, the station operates out of downtown Toms River. Because of this, he’s been able to go to his kids games and other special events. He was able to be an active part of his children’s lives in a way he wouldn’t have been able to if he drove over an hour every day. Shore Sports Network was sold last year. He went to one football game all season, Donovan Catholic versus Toms River North, and he worked it as the public address. When he saw that he didn’t miss it as much as he thought he would, he said to himself “You’re now moving on with a different stage of your life.” He’ll miss the people, though – coaches, athletes, and others who have become a (Kevin - See Page 5)


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Continued From Page 4 family to him. “It’s closing a door on a long chapter of my life,” he said. “I have no regrets. None whatsoever,” he said. In a challenging media landscape where staff are let go unceremoniously by corporate

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couldn’t end on an uneven number like that. So, he’ll definitely be in charge of the 40th match, but after that, someone else might need to step up. At last year’s, he met a father who had taken his boy to every tournament, and next year, he’ll be playing in it. The father wanted to make sure that Williams would be there, and he assured him he would.

still going to work on, and it shows his priorities. For example, he said he’ll still do Student of the Week until the end of this school year. He’s worked out an arrangement with the media company to still carry on in certain capacities. He’s the director of the WOBM Christmas Classic basketball tournament. This past event was the 39th annual, and, well, he

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the new Curator of the Bruce Springsteen Archives and Center for American Music at Monmouth University. This event takes place at the museum at 26 Hadley Avenue in Toms River on February

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

Amato, Rumpf & Myhre Pledge Steadfast Commitment To Constituent Services Capitol Comments Carmen F. Amato, Jr. 9th Legislative District

BERKELEY - Members comprising the newly formed 9th Legislative District Delegation announced that providing effective constituent services will be among their top priorities as members of the State Legislature. Senator Carmen F. Amato, Jr., Assemblyman Brian Rumpf and Assemblyman Greg Myhre are encouraging constituents to consider the new Delegation as an active resource for assistance with State-related matters including, but not limited to, property

tax relief programs, veterans’ services, E-Z Pass issues as well as unemployment and temporary disability cases. “During my tenure as Mayor of Berkeley Township, I made it a priority to be accessible to my constituents,” said Senator Amato. “This positioned me to be more effective in addressing residents’ issues and allocating the Township’s resources accordingly while always prioritizing keeping property taxes under control. With that same approach to governance, our legislative delegation will welcome feedback from those we have the privilege of representing, which includes being responsive to requests for assistance with State programs and services.” Assemblyman Rumpf went on to add:

“The 9th Legislative District has historically been home to large numbers of seniors and veterans who, collectively, are enrolled in various State programs and in certain cases require consistent access to State-offered services. For these individuals as well as all of our constituents, we fully intend to work to resolve issues that our constituents have encountered that involve State agencies whether it be the New Jersey Division of Taxation, E-Z Pass, or the New Jersey Department of Labor. Issues related to the relatively newly established ANCHOR Program have only underscored the need for State legislators to have effective constituent services, especially where tax relief is concerned.” “We want to emphasize that our Delegation welcomes feedback from constituents wanting to voice their opinions on specific

legislation or State policies,” said Assemblyman Myhre. “To be effective, our respective voting records must accurately reflect the views held by our constituents. For too long, residents in our area of the state have felt that the controlling interests in Trenton do not share their priorities or principles in how to govern fairly, sensibly and transparently. High taxes and a rigged school funding formula are two prime examples of government mismanagement which infuriate residents of the Garden State. In working to reform these failed policies, we will start with being a receptive and responsive Delegation that actively engages with our constituents. This will be consistent with the overall approach that I and my 9th district colleges have taken in our respective tenures in public service to promote good government that embraces common sense policy making.”

Environmental Education App Wins Federal Award From The Desk Of

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Chris Smith WASHINGTON, D.C. - Rep. Chris Smith (R-4th) announced the winners of the 2023 Congressional App Challenge for the Fourth District of New Jersey. The annual competition is aimed at promoting STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) skills among high school students and emphasizes the importance of these skills for the future, especially in areas of the US economy like cybersecurity and intellectual property. “Congratulations to Charlie Brekke, Jordan Denzler, and Garrett Stemetzki from Communications High School in Wall Township for winning this year’s competition with their app ‘Wilderly,’” said Smith. “Their app is not only innovative and creative but also educational, as it is designed to teach young children about the invasive as well as endangered species in our area through interaction with environmental organizations and nature,” Smith said. Communications High School is one

of five career academies op e r at e d by t he Mon mouth County Vocational School District, and students come from all municipalities in Monmouth County. “We were inspired to create this app from our own experiences learning about these topics in school,” the winning team said. “We felt that this education would have been further improved had we been able to go out and find these species in nature. Additionally, we believe that providing an outlet where kids could learn while simultaneously having fun would provide the best environment for developing a love for, a knowledge of, and an appreciation for nature.” “In their description of the project, the students used information they learned in the classroom about invasive threats to the Garden State and how invasive species impact all of us,” said Smith. The winning team of Brekke, Denzler, and Stemetzki was selected by a panel of judges that evaluated the app submissions from high schools across the Fourth Congressional District. The Congressional App Challenge - simultaneously held in multiple congressional districts across the United States - is intended for students to showcase their software app-developing skills as part of

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a nationwide competition administered by Members of Congress. Established in 2014, the Congressional App Challenge has become the largest student computer science competition in the world. The challenge was created to foster STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) skills among students and emphasize the importance of these skills for

the future, especially in areas of the US economy like cybersecurity and intellectual property. Middle and high school students from our Fourth Congressional District who are interested in participating in next year’s contest should contact Rep. Smith’s Toms River Office at 732-504-0567 or his Middletown Office at 732-780-3035.

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY E ditorial Hobbies Can Be Life Saving

I’ve noticed, now that I’ve reached my late 40s, that people my age and older don’t have many hobbies. When we’re kids, we have loads of hobbies. Our families (hopefully) encourage us to do anything that interests us – time and money permitting. In the teenage years, our interests usually change. There’s more homework. A part time job. After graduation, it’s work and/or college. Career. Marriage. You might have your own kids, and your hobbies take a back seat to your children’s. It’s no wonder that some sports parents become

obsessed with their kids’ performance and become horrible to the other team. They don’t have anything going on in their own lives so they have to live vicariously through their kids. And once the nest is empty, what is there? If you’re lucky enough to retire, what is there? You turn on the TV and flip through the channels all day. You’ve lost touch with friends and can’t figure out how to make new ones. When we write articles about legendary coaches or award-winning seasons, the athletes – now adults – say those were the best years of their lives. It’s because

they really haven’t had that camaraderie since. Sports, especially contact sports, are for the young. This is a little late to be a New Year’s resolution, but any time is a good time to pick up a new hobby, or to restart an old one. What was it you used to do with your free time? What made you happy? What can you do to pass the time in a fun way? It doesn’t have to be constructive. It doesn’t have to be a side hustle. You don’t need to monetize it. Just do something with your hands, or your mind, that’s more than scrolling on your phone.

You’ll find that there are other people who enjoy these hobbies just as much. They will welcome you into the club, happy to have another person to geek out over whatever little niche you’re into. How great would it be to come home after a hard day’s work and unwind by spending an hour in the garage on some project? At the end of it, you’ll have something you can be proud of. It would be cool to bake a cake, draw a picture, or write a poem and when it’s done, look at it and say “I made that!” Keep an eye in the local paper about groups having meetings. Search social media for

your interests. Make sure to include your location, such as “Ocean County” and “model trains,” for example. Look into the local college’s continuing education programs, or an art group’s upcoming classes. Mom and pop hobby stores will often have free classes or clubs, and there are always people excited to show you how to start. If you liked to sing, maybe the church needs another choir member. Your hobby doesn’t even need to be shown to anyone. If you want to pick up that guitar again, grab some new strings and just bang around on it. No one ever has to hear it. You can make all the mis-

takes you want. It doesn’t matter. The headline I used might be a bit over the top, but I don’t think I’m wrong. Hobbies can make you happy, and happiness is a lifesaver. Getting out and doing things, talking to people, is exercise for your body and your mind. It’ll save your life in a symbolic way; your life will be so much richer with a hobby. Don’t feel guilty about something that brings a smile to your face. You’re worth investing the time in it.

ber has a problem or issue with another, it should be discussed in public. After 4 years, I recently won a disciplinary review board ethics case against for mer Lacey School Board attorney Supsie for working behind my back. These people truly never had the best interests of the students in mind when they did this to me - their goal was to keep thei r clique intact! Why was I targeted? Because I suppor ted non-incumbents in the 2019 school board election. If the non-incumbents had won, a New Yorker would have had control of a south Jersey school board. And maybe academics would have been a priority instead of sports!

less often. After a campaig n assailing incumbents for lack of transparency and questionable spending practices, this move is extremely confounding. Mayor Rodrick and his team took office and immediately have seemed t o shu n a ny ca mpa ig n commitments to opening up local gover nment to average residents. Toms River is a growing town with almost 100,000 and to assert that fewer meetings, later in the night, will be able to address ou r l it a ny of p r e s si ng issues is laughable. Almost every resident wou ld ag ree t hat t he town is not doing enough to improve services and promote spending eff iciently and also would agree that the best way to address these is through m o r e e n g a ge m e nt a n d pa r t ner sh ip w it h community members. Unfortunately, the cutbacks on public meetings does not bode well for the future work of Mayor Rodrick and his Council.

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Letters To The Editor Beware Trump’s Revenge Three years ago, a violent mob, incited by then-President Trump and his allies in Congress, attacked the U.S. Capitol to tr y and stop the peaceful transfer of power for the first time in American history. Now, three years and four indictments later, Trump is running for president again in a desperate attempt to avoid accountability. If he is re-elected, his plans for a second term include weaponizing the Department of Justice to persecute and retaliate

against his political opponents; giving license to political violence by pardoning his own crimes and the crimes of his supporters, including those com m it t ed on Ja nu a r y 6th, and even using the military against Americans exercising their 1st Amendment rights. And t o m a ke s u r e h is pla n succeeds, he’ll purge the fe de r al gove r n me nt of and punish anyone who doesn’t agree with him until there’s no one left to say no. This is not the America I know. Too much is at stake for voters to allow Trump

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to take back power. Trump and those who enabled him must answer for their attempts to overturn the 2020 election and for the violence that followed - in the court of law and at the ballot box. Alice Ciuffo Manchester

Legal Chaos On School Board What happens when a s cho ol b o a r d at t or ne y fails to protect all h is clients? I can tell you - legal chaos! Many people wonder why so few new candid ates come for ward to run for the various school boards in New Jersey. I think I have an answer. It’s not because it’s an unpaid job. I’ve talked to many people who would like to serve but are afraid of t h e i n c r e d i ble we b of politics that exist on school boards! I’ve said it a million times - there’s no room for politics in education. In 2014 I ran and won a seat on the 2015 Lacey

School Board. I served my 3 year term and stepped back in 2018. That term was like a tightrope walk. Then I decided to run a second time and I won another 3 year term. This t i me, I felt l i ke I wa s wal k i ng on eggshells each and every moment. I never felt protected by the Board attor ney. He was the lifelong f riend of a few board members a nd t he husba nd of a n employee! One day while reading the legal bills, I noticed they were about me! The Board President, i n s t e a d of d i s c u s s i n g issues with me directly in public like he was supposed to, asked the Board at tor ney to i nvestigate me behind my back! I felt b et r aye d a nd ap pa l le d that these people would do this to me. And then to add insult to injury it was later discovered that he investigated t wo ca ndid ates/pr ivate citizens running against the board president. I am not a native of South Jersey - I’m a New Yorker and it’s held against me. Board members are not protected by confidentiality rules - if one mem-

Regina Discenza, Former Board Member, Lacey Township Board of Education

Rodrick Attacks Transparency Tom s R ive r C ou nci l meetings are now going to happen signif icantly

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Residents can also utilize the Recycling Center to drop off their tree, Monday through Fridays, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. located directly across the Berkeley Police Department.

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

When Your Mouth Hurts: 4 Natural Remedies For Oral Lichen Planus By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

When your mouth hurts, it’s so uncomfortable, it’s hard to enjoy a meal, and sometimes even sleep. You can try something like oral numbing gels or salt water rinses, but if it doesn’t go away you should see your dentist for a proper workup. Today we’ll talk about a condition called Oral Lichen Planus (OLP) which can be a challenge for many people because it doesn’t respond easily to things like mouthwashes or oral gels that numb the area. The problem is characterized by painful lesions and discomfort, and risk factors include genetic predisposition and immune system problems especially those that are autoimmune. Doctors often prescribe a steroid medication called dexamethasone. This prescription elixir is one that you swish around in your mouth for a minute or so, and then spit out. It helps reduce swelling, pain, and redness. It speeds healing time for most. If you don’t respond to that, another stronger steroid called Clobetasol can be prescribed as an oral rinse. Prednisone dose packs can be ordered, and others as well. But right now, I’d rather talk about natural remedies that can improve healing time and help with immune dysfunction, which after all is the triggering factor for oral lichen planus. 4 Natural Remedies for Oral Lichen Planus Aloe Vera Gel: This is renowned for its healing and anti-inflammatory properties. For oral lichen planus, using pure aloe vera gel directly on the affected areas two or

three times daily can provide relief. Avoid eating or drinking for at least 30 minutes to allow the gel to work effectively. Buy a commercially prepared product, or cut into a leaf of the actual plant. 2. Vitamin D: Since immune dysfunction is a key part of the etiology of oral lichen planus, it’s pretty safe to say that having adequate amounts of vitamin D in your body matter! A study has confirmed the association as well. Deficiencies of this nutrient make healing harder, if not impossible! 3. Tea Tree Oil: Known for its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties, tea tree oil can be used as a natural mouthwash. Mix a few drops of tea tree oil in a cup of warm water. Use this as a mouth rinse, swishing around the mouth for a minute before spitting it out. Do not swallow this. Be sure to use a high-quality essential oil brand. 4. Chamomile Tea: Chamomile has soothing and anti-inflammatory properties, steep a chamomile tea bag in hot water for a few minutes, then allow it to cool and swish and spit two or three times daily. On second thought, feel free to drink your chamomile tea if you want to. Why not?! It’s delicious and relaxing. Certain ingredients can irritate the sensitive mucosa and gums so it’s best to look for alcohol-free mouthwashes and toothpaste that is free of SLS (sodium laurel sulfate). Avoid acidic and spicy foods. If you’d like to learn more, I have a longer version of this article posted at my website. Just sign up for my free newsletter at suzycohen.com.

(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) ©2023 SUZY COHEN, RPH. DISTRIBUTED BY DEAR PHARMACIST, INC.


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Inside The Law If You Are A Victim Of An Accident Or Other Incident Then Remember That Social Media Is Not Your Friend By: Michael J. Deem Esq., of R.C. Shea & Associates Once an injury claim is reported to an insurance company their number one priority is to stop the bleeding. Not your bleeding; their bleeding! The primary concern of any insurance company is to find a way to not pay your claim, so you will be immediately investigated. What Do Insurance Adjusters Look For After A Claim Is Filed? A personal injury claim is built on evidence. While your lawyer is compiling evidence to support your claim, the insurance adjuster on the other side is looking for ways to undermine it. Beware of prying eyes. Your social media accounts are full of tidbits — even your most innocent posts, photos, or those you are tagged in — can be woven together and used against you. Even posts made by your family and friends are fair game for an aggressive adjuster. Even if all your social media accounts are protected with the strictest privacy controls, sometimes harmful information finds its way into the hands of the adjuster. It’s used as evidence to reduce their financial exposure or, worse yet, to prevent you from receiving any compensation at all. Adjusters look for the weakest link. If they sense you lack self-control, they may try to friend you on Facebook or follow you on Instagram. They also may try to buddy up to your friends to get insider information about you and the accident. Even your posts on dating sites can be mined and used against you. What to Do on Social Media After a Car Accident Avoid doing anything on social media that could hurt your claim. You only have one opportunity to get this right, so you should leave nothing to chance. Tell your friends to refrain from posting anything about you or tagging you in photos on social media — past, present, or future. If you see the need to delete anything from your accounts, ask your attorney first. It could be seen as an attempt to destroy

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evidence. What Not to Do on Social Media After a Car Accident Sharing information about your case on social media makes it public. You instantly give up any confidentiality protections. The defense can subpoena it and use it against you. It’s best to post nothing. For this reason, keep in mind the following: • Don’t reply to questions from your friends or family asking about how you’re feeling. • Don’t post photos of yourself exercising or doing anything physical. • Don’t post any medical information or anything from your attorney. • Don’t post “check-ins.” • Don’t accept “friend” or “follow” requests from people you don’t know. • Don’t bad-mouth the insurance company. • Don’t defend your actions during the accident. • Don’t send texts or private messages. • Don’t lie, especially about when events occurred. Everything online is time-stamped and can be used against you. Contact R.C. Shea & Associates If You Have Been Injured If you’re the victim of an accident then choosing the right personal injury lawyer is the most important decision you will make. At R.C. Shea & Associates, a firm with over 35 years of experience, a Certified Civil Trial Layer will handle your case. There’s nothing to lose and everything to gain by scheduling a free consultation. Contact us now to get started. (732) 505-1212.

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Camp Counselors in the future. Summer Camp volunteers must be at least 14 years old. Download the Volunteer Form at: berkeleytownship.org and bring or mail to the Berkeley Recreation office. Feel free to call Recreation Department with any questions at 732-269-4456.


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Around The Jersey Shore Sea Stars, Commonly Called Starfish By Renee A. Thomaier Retired New Jersey Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator Beautiful marine animals commonly called starfish can be found in a variety of shapes, sizes, and colors. They are not ‘true’ fish. They are part of an animal group known as echinoderms – they travel using their tube-like feet. Due to their difference from fish, in the way they move, scientists prefer to call them ‘sea stars.’ They are related to sea urchins, sand dollars, sea cucumbers and sea lilies. Overall, this category consists of approximately 7,000 species. Their body parts are arranged around a central axis. With no left or right half, only a top side and bottom side make up their body. Most common sea stars have five arms; however, some species have many more. The sun star can have up to 40 arms. There are approximately 2,000 species of sea stars. Many reside in tropical waters but can also be found in polar regions. Most of their vital organs are in their arms. Should they be injured by a predator and lose their arm, for instance, a new arm will grow back within about a year. To help protect themselves from

predators, depending on species, they have a tough spiney upper side covering made up of calcium carbonate. Fish, birds, and sea otters are common predators of the sea star. Seawater is primarily the circulatory system in the sea star. There exists a type of trap door often resembling a light-colored spot on top of the starfish. Using hundreds of tube feet on their underside, sea stars are fast movers. Their tube feet help to hold its prey which includes mussels, clams, snails, small fish, and barnacles. Their mouth is located on the underside of their body. Whether the sea star has five arms or forty, each arm has an eye which looks like a red spot, located at the end of each arm. Unable to see detail, they can sense light and dark. Male and female stars are hard to tell apart – they look identical. 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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CENTRAL REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF EDUCATION In accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act, Chapter 231 of the Laws of New Jersey, the following is a schedule of meetings for the Central Regional Board of Education for 2024 to be held in the High School Presentation Room, 509 Forest Hills Parkway, Bayville, New Jersey, at 6:00 p.m. for Closed Session and 7:00 p.m. for Public Session. The Board may move some meetings to the High School Auditorium if a large turnout is expected. The District website will be updated if this need arises. January 17 July 17 February 3 (Board Retreat) @ 9:00 a.m. August 21 February 21 September 18 March 20 October 16 April 24 (Budget Hearing) November 20 May 15 December 18 June 19 January 8, 2025 (Reorganization) Kevin O’Shea Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Around The Jersey Shore New Study: New Jersey Hunger Soaring Due To Federal Aid Cuts NEW JERSEY – According to USDA food insecurity data - a way of measuring food hardship analyzed by Hunger Free America - across New Jersey, 9% of residents, or 801 thousand people, lived in food insecure households from 2020-2022. This includes 11.5% of children in the state (229,099), 7.2% of employed adults (312,719), and 7.10% of older New Jersey residents (151,729). Hunger Free America attributes the surge in food insecurity to the expiration of the expanded Child Tax Credit and universal school meals. Many federal benefit increases have either gone away entirely, or are being ramped down, even as prices for food, rent, healthcare, and fuel continue to soar. Said Joel Berg, CEO of Hunger Free America, “Our report demonstrates child and adult hunger are serious problems in rural, urban, and suburban areas of all 50 states. This report should be a jarring wake up call for federal, state, and local leaders.” This year, Hunger Free America also compiled the most recent nonparticipation rates for SNAP, WIC, and school breakfast programs by state. In New Jersey, 19% of individuals eligible for SNAP were not receiving SNAP in 2018. WIC had a higher rate of nonparticipation, with 50% of eligible individuals in the state not receiving WIC in 2021. School breakfast had the highest nonparticipation rate, with 52% of children who receive school lunch in New Jersey not receiving school breakfast during the 2021-2022 school year. Continued Berg, “Effective federal public policies over the previous few years were spectacularly successful in stemming U.S. hunger, but as many of those policies have been reversed, hunger has again soared. At exactly the moment when so many Americans are in desperate need of relief, many of the federally funded benefits increases, such as the Child Tax Credit and universal school meals, have expired, due mostly to opposition from conservatives in Congress. Just as no one should be surprised if drought increases when NEED AN EMERGENCY HOME REPAIR? WE’RE HERE TO HELP AT NO CHARGE

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Around The Jersey Shore Jewish Federation Expands Its Impact At The End Of The Year OCEAN COUNTY – At the close of 2023, the Jewish Federation of Ocean County just announced another $40,000 in grants from its Israel Emergency Fund to aid those victims of the October 7 massacre in Israel. “These grants are meant to provide relief and assistance to our friends and extended family in Israel as they rebuild shattered lives in the shadow of an ongoing war to keep Israel safe and to help heal a traumatized society,” said Annabel Lindenbaum, Board Chair of the Jewish Federation. This is the second round of grants made as a result of the Federation’s Ocean County Israel Emergency Campaign. Grants were made to: • Brothers and Sisters for Israel, the largest aid organization in Israel responding to the aftermath of October 7 by mobilizing critical resources and aid, providing accommodation for displaced families, evacuating those in war zones, locating missing individuals, and much more. • ZAKA, an organization that collects the remains of the dead for proper burial, and the Koby Mandell Foundation for a special project supporting the Central Identification Office - a unit in the IDF that ensures proper identification preparation of bodies for burial and to bring closure to he victims’ families. • Organizations supporting the families of hostages, as well as efforts to raise awareness and encourage their safe return, including Bring Them Home Now, a project of the Hostage and Missing Families Forum, and Bring Hersh Home. • Support for two programs helping young adults from more disadvantaged and challenging backgrounds to succeed after high school, Derech Eretz and Kfar Silver. • Support for our ongoing partner, Shutaf Inclusion Programs, to enable group outings and workshops for special needs young adults who have had their lives and routines disrupted by the

ongoing security situation, and including those who have been evacuated from the North and South of Israel. • Funding for a special program focused on embracing the children and the adults who are home from captivity, developing a custom mental and physical wellness and recovery plan for each of those recovering from trauma, for the short as well as long-term. • Support for the Jewish Federation of North America’s Emergency Campaign, the Jewish Agency for Israel, the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee, and the Shalom Hartman Institute. The campaign has already surpassed its goal of raising $150,000 and is now seeking to reach $180,000. Keith Krivitzky, Managing Director of the Jewish Federation, added: “This response to the situation in Israel is in addition to the Jewish Federation’s ongoing work supporting our community in Ocean County, through our Jewish Family and Children’s Services program helping Holocaust survivors and seniors, our grants to local programs and organizations addressing food insecurity and building bridges in the community, and our programming to counter hate and antisemitism - most notably through partnering with the Ocean County Culture & Heritage Commission, the Prosecutor’s Office, and Ocean County College.” The Jewish Federation offers several community-wide programs, including a film festival, a Heroes Against Hate awards program at their Community of Caring event, social programming such as The Place To Be, and a monthly newspaper called the Jewish Journal. For more information, visit jewishoceancounty.org.

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of the office space, installation of a new gear washer/dryer/extractor to clean their gear (paid for by American Rescue Plan grant funds from the Division of Fire Safety) and other building updates. Other than the cleaning equipment, the firehouse renovation is being 100% funded by their fundraising efforts and no municipal funds are being used on this project! A majority of the funds being used came from the one-time sale of company-owned real estate and the contributions of our residents. They want their building to be something the community can be proud of and their fundraising will be continuing toward that goal. They will be announcing sponsorship information soon and they hope they can count on your continued generosity to help us make this happen. With heartfelt gratitude, your Pine Beach Volunteer Fire Company.

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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) I Buy Records - 33/45. Cash paid. Call Eddie first! 732-829-5908 anytime. Travel to you fast deals! (41)

Help Wanted R.C. Shea and Associates is seeking to hire a paralegal with civil/commercial litigation experience as well as an administrative assistant. Pay and benefits commensurate with experience. Please call Pam Williams, office manager at (732) 505-1212 or email at pwilliams@rcshea.com (t/n)

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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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Free Annual Rabies Clinic PINE BEACH – Free Annual Rabies Clinic will be held March 2 from 9 to 10 a.m. at the Pine Beach Recycling Center, 801 Pennsylvania Avenue and licensing will be available on site 9 to 10 a.m. that day. Please come to Borough Hall during normal business hours to register your dog or cat. Dog and Cat Licensing: It is a New Jersey law to license your dog or cat in the town you reside in. License renewals are due

by March 31. If your pet is no longer with you, please call the office to inform them. Please visit the Borough website for more information on licensing if your cat or dog has an up-to-date rabies vaccination. The licensing fees are spayed/neutered $12; not spayed/ not neutered $15; and $10 late fee added if paid April 1 or later; a summons will be issued shortly thereafter for any dog or cat without a current license.

The Berkeley Times welcomes your special announcements! Engagements, Weddings, Births, Birthday Wishes, etc. Please call 732-657-7344 for more details!

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Photo Of The Week

Tices Shoal, located in Bayville, is a popular place to anchor a boat and swim in the summer. It’s also a very tranquil spot in the off-season. Local resident Margaret Marciniak recently snapped this great pic of the sunset through the trees at the fisherman’s walkway on the bayside. Nice! Want your photo to be in our print editions? Email photos@jerseyshoreonline.com and you may hear from us.

Historic Cranberry Packing House And Sawmill Self-Guided Tours BAYVILLE – In celebration of Double Trouble State Park’s 60th anniversary, the historic Cranberry Packing House and Sawmill will be open for self-guided tours most weeks Tuesday through Sunday from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m.

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OMARR’S ASTROLOGICAL FOR THE WEEK OF JAN 13 - JAN 19 BY JERALDINE SAUNDERS FORECAST ARIES (March 21-April 19): It may be time to look at your finances or budgeting in a new way. Improved things could be on their way; start planning soon. Do your best to avoid letting current worries eat away at your future. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): The new year could be an excellent excuse to take a step outside of your comfort zone. do your best to prepare for any outcome and learn from whatever comes your way. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Avoid being gullible when seeking an adventure or a change of pace; your intuition could be off kilter right now. You may end up temporarily bewildered if you get embroiled in a misunderstanding. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Avoid letting some envy over someone else’s lifestyle or possessions distract you away from gratitude. Improving what you have instead of starting over can offer more benefits in the long run. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Stick with someone who has stood by you instead of seeking new companions who may offer only surface appeal Consider the consequences even if only thinking of a brief detour. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): A new year can bring the chance to correct old mistakes. Fear could trap you in the past, do your best to let it go. Avoid obsessing over old problems and look at the world with a fresh perspective.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): The holiday swirl is ending, perhaps at long last. Forgive any attitudes; try to resolve any misunderstandings. Do what you can to plant seeds of peace which can sprout in the new year. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Frustration with finances could lead to poor decisions. You cannot correct past mistakes overnight, but you can take steps towards rectification, give yourself time. Chasing fads might drain your resources. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Your efforts to be proactive and productive about projects could be met with some resistance right now. stop to think things through and wait until better timing to put things in motion. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Don’t stand in the way of your dreams. Avoid bringing last year’s subpar spending habits into the new year. Focus on long-term goals and ambitions and assemble a plan to bring them into being. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): keep your money in your pocket right now; this is not the best time to make major financial decisions. honor ongoing obligations or promises, especially if someone is depending on you. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Despite making resolutions and having the best of intentions, you might feel tempted to relax into old habits. If you genuinely want to change,stay focused on gelling in new and better patterns.

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and 1 teaspoon salt to boil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook until jalapeños are just softened, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a heatproof bowl and stir in ice. Refrigerate until needed. 2. Combine beef, taco seasoning, remaining 1 teaspoon sugar, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt in a 12-inch nonstick skillet. Cook over medium-high heat, breaking up meat with a wooden spoon, until beef is no longer pink, 6 to 8 minutes. Stir in tomato paste and cook until paste begins to darken, about 1 minute. Stir in water and cook until sauce thickens and coats beef, about 4 minutes. 3. Microwave American cheese, milk, and chipotle in a large bowl until cheese is fully melted, about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Arrange half of the chips on a serving platter. Drizzle half of the cheese sauce over chips. Repeat with remaining chips and cheese, then dollop beef mixture over top. Drain jalapeños and scatter over nachos. Serve.

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Issuu converts static files into: digital portfolios, online yearbooks, online catalogs, digital photo albums and more. Sign up and create your flipbook.