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PRESCHOOL PROGRAM EXPLORES CRITICAL THINKING By Bob Vosseller MANCHESTER – Township preschool students having been enjoying their time with a special monthly creative curriculum series that incorporates studies on different educational topics throughout the school year. Early Childhood Education Director Lori Burns noted that these studies bring classroom lessons to life by encouraging critical thinking and working together as a class to explore as they learn and grow. After studying trees in November, classe s move d i nt o t he Buildings Study and although this is a new study for Special Development, the benefit of Creative Curriculum is that it is child-led so no study topic can become outdated. Child-led means that the learning is coming from student questions and exploration about
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Photo courtesy Manchester Schools A Building Study provided fun for several pre-school classrooms.
Sportscaster Kevin Williams Signs Off By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – You might not hear his 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 when reporting on sports, the scores are just part of the story. 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. Hometown View, a personal, weekly piece, where he talked about anything of interest to him, will be a (Sportscaster - See Page 18)
Photo by Chris Lundy Kevin Williams has had his last broadcast but he’s still going to be very active in the community.
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By Bob Vosseller MANCHESTER – Elected officials began 2024 by charting the direction of their respective boards and swearing in members during recent reorganization meetings. The mayor and Township Council came together for their first meeting of the year on Januar y 2 at the municipal building. Mayor Robert Arace said he will be making a state of the township address during the Council’s 6 p.m. January 22 meeting. “I want to thank each and every one of you for the honor of serving as your mayor. The year 2023 has been tremendous and I want
to thank my wife for helping me get through it and for the next three years and hopefully more. I want to thank the members of council, the depar t ment heads - I could not have done it without you,” he added. Township Councilman Craig Wallis took the oath of office several hours prior to the reorganization meeting surrounded by friends and family. He is filling the remaining term of for mer Councilman Sam Fusaro who resigned in January of 2023. Wallis ran unopposed in November’s general election. “I’ve been doing this for 17 years and six (Officials - See Page 7)
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By Bob Vosseller LAKEHURST – The Borough began its new year with thoughts of the challenges and projects ahead. Mayor Harry Robbins held his right hand up high as his young grandson held the Bible for him. Borough Attorney Ian Goldman administered the oath of office for another term of office. Goldman repeated that duty twice afterwards. Councilman Robert McCarthy and Councilwoman Patricia Hodges took their oath of office. The three incumbent Republicans won re-election during November’s general election over two write in candidates. Councilman Steven Oglesby was once again nominated and approved to serve as council president for another year. This means he runs the meeting and sets the agenda. “I truly consider it an honor to sit here at the table (Lakehurst - See Page 5)
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Continued From Page 1 a given topic. If a preschooler has had an experience with the study before, the experience still can never be the same because they are learning with a new class, classroom, teacher, and experience. As this study was brand new to the students and staff, Burns said, “it paved the way for extra excitement, learning, and fun.” The classrooms of teachers Andrea Cataldo, Charlotte Yunginger and Phyllis Nardone are part of the program. At the start of the Buildings Study, students took a walk around the school building to discover the features of where they spend their school days. They then discussed in their classes what they knew about buildings and posed questions to their teachers about what they still wanted to learn about buildings. The study focused on what types of buildings there are and challenged students to critically think about how buildings may be
the same or different. Students then learned about who builds buildings, what tools are used to build buildings, what materials buildings are made of, what makes buildings strong, and so much more. Burns said, “children are naturally curious about buildings. They build tall towers with blocks, they draw their homes and favorite places, they love construction sites and even visit New Jersey amusement parks that have construction equipment.” At the conclusion of each study, MTSD’s preschool classes conclude with a fun educational activity to culminate their experience. In Cataldo’s class, a construction professional came to visit the students to talk all about his job with them. The construction worker spoke to students all about the tools on his tool belt, and the importance of safety clothes and accessories. They discussed engineering and saw blueprints. They helped him measure and level items around their classroom and even got to see his work van.
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Continued From Page 1 with all of you who have the same thought in mind that I do - to have best in mind for our community,” Mayor Robbins said. “It truly is an honor to sit here for as long as I have sat here, especially as mayor but also as a councilman. There are no words to explain but I really do appreciate being here,” Mayor Robbins added. The mayor announced this year’s committee appointments. He sits on each of the committees. The Finance/Administration Committee will be chaired by Councilwoman Bernadette Dugan. Councilman Brian DiMeo is the third member. Oglesby will chair the Personnel Committee. Councilman McCarthy is the third member. The Public Safety Committee is chaired by McCarthy. DiMeo is the third member. The Buildings and Grounds Committee will be chaired by Councilman James Davis. Hodges is the third member. DiMeo will continue to lead the Youth and Recreation Committee. Dugan is the third member. The Shade Tree Committee will be chaired by Oglesby. Dugan will serve as this year’s liaison to the Borough Board of Education and Davis will serve as liaison to Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst. Mayor Robbins explained that the ordinance committee “started as an ordinance review committee. I am making this a permanent committee but it is not necessarily a review committee. Any ordinance that is going to be put through will be put through that committee before it comes before our table.”
The Manchester Times, January 13, 2024, Page 5 The ordinance committee also worked on archiving the Borough’s ordinances on its website within the last two years. This committee will continue to be headed by Hodges. Oglesby will be the third member. Mayor Robbins also announced the winners of the holiday home lighting contest during the meeting. First place was 507 Union Avenue. Second place was 409 Willow Avenue and third place was 500 Chestnut Street. The Boemio’s Market won best business with 5 Geneva winning best mobile home category. “I thank you for your confidence in me as council president. I welcome the diverse opinions. Hopefully it helps us in making the right decisions and after we come to a discussion on things and I am very glad we have respect for each other and that courtesy,” Council President Oglesby said. “Happy new year to everyone. We are all here to serve the town that we love. Mayor you might be one of the longest serving mayors,” Councilwoman Dugan said. Councilman Davis said, “I’m the oldest one at the table, probably the longest sitting here and we are coming into this year doing a little bit of soul searching about next year and where it takes us but I am looking forward to 2024.” “I do appreciate that we work together and even when we disagree everybody comes out of here with a smile and that is the way it is supposed to be,” McCarthy said. With no public comments in the offering the meeting came to a close in under 30 minutes. The next council meeting will be held at 7:30 p.m. on January 18 at the Lakehurst Community Center at 207 Center Street.
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Continued From Page 1 months and 40 days,” Wallis remarked. “It has been an extreme honor of mine to serve in this town for so long. Hopefully, I bring some common sense to the governing body. My wife has supported me along with my daughter. I want to thank everyone for all the support over all these years.” Councilman Joseph Hankins remarked, “I’d like to thank everyone for the opportunity to serve.” Councilwoman Michele Zolezi congratulated Wallis on his re-election. “He’s done a lot for this town and we respect your service. I look forward to working with you and all my constituents and colleagues in the next year and keeping Manchester Township the great community that it is.” Council President Roxy Conniff and Council Vice President James Vaccaro didn’t have to change their seating arrangements as they will remain in their positions for the year 2024. Conniff remarked, “I think we have a lot to look forward to in 2024 in Manchester. I think the mayor worked very hard last year.” “I want to thank my fellow council members for nominating me in serving as vice council president in 2024. look forward to 2024 with excitement as we actively attempt to attract small businesses, commercial establishments, private and franchise restaurants and an immediate health care village,” Vaccaro said. He also renewed his request for the governing body to work towards “establishing a senior center. We must always be cognizant and aware to maintain the rural character of Manchester Township. I look forward to seeing in 2024 achievements and economic progress.” The meeting produced few changes or surprises. Under mayoral appointments, William Baron was made Class IV planning board member, Stacy Drake as Class III alternate member and William Fuller an alternate II. Also appointed were Richard Chevrier, Joe Baldwin, Mark Rossman and John Zupan to fill the position of special law enforcement
The Manchester Times, January 13, 2024, Page 7 class III officer in the division of police. Ryan Cheslock, Anthony Deblasio and Harry Paul were appointed as full-time police officers. Brian Ruditsky was appointed as deputy Emergency Management Coordinator and Joseph J. Faccone of Samuel Klein and Company was appointed as township auditor. Lauren Staiger was reappointed as the township’s attorney and Jean Cipriani was appointed as Counsel On Affordable Housing matters. Leonard A. Failo of Remington & Vernick was appointed for engineering services for sewer and water and Matthew Wilder of Morgan Engineering was appointed as township engineer. Robert Mullin of Colliers Engineering was appointed as special projects engineer. Matthew Sage was appointed as the township’s public defender and Brian and Debra Rumpf as conflict public defender. Bonnie Peterson will serve as municipal prosecutor. Joseph Coronato of Coronato Law was appointed for legal services for tax foreclosures. His firm was appointed as conflict municipal prosecutor while Brady and Kunz PC were appointed as tax appeal attorney. Board Of Education The Manchester Township Board of Education held its reorganization meeting a few days later on January 4, at Manchester Township Middle School on Ridgeway Road. Laura Wingler was sworn in for her second term. She was the top vote-getter in November with 5,184 votes. Joining her in taking the oath of office was Gloria Adkinson, who received 4,837 votes, and Timothy Poss, who received 4,289 votes. Poss had been appointed in August to the seat held by Ken Pate, who stepped down from the board over the summer. Gina Georgiano, who had been seeking re-election, was defeated in the election. Gayle Mount serves as Board president while Wingler serves as Board vice president this year. Upcoming Board meetings include January 17, February 21 and March 20 6:30 p.m. at the Middle School Conference room.
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grandpa, uncle, or big brother (must be at least 18 years old). Troop 176 is collecting non-perishable food donations for the Joel E Perlmutter Food Pantry. All girls that donate will receive and thank you gift. Registration due by February 1. Emails and registrations at the door will not be accepted. Send form and check to: Debby Pease 305 Manapaque Anuenue Lakehurst, NJ 08733. Make check payable to GSJS Troop 176. Questions? Email DebbyPease@aol.com.
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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-
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Rodrick Attacks Transparency Tom s R ive r C ou nci l meetings are now going to happen signif icantly
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Amato, Rumpf & Myhre Pledge Steadfast Commitment To Constituent Services CAPITOL COMMENTS 9th Legislative District Senator Carmen F. Amato, Jr. • Assemblyman Brian E. Rumpf • Assemblyman Gregory Myhre
BER K ELEY - Members comprising the newly formed 9 th 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 encourag-
ing 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.” Assembly man Rumpf went on to add: “The 9 th 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 wa nt to emphasize that our Delegation welcomes feedback from constituents wanting to voice their opinions on specific legislation or State policies,” said Assembly man Myh re. “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 m isma nagement wh ich 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 com mon 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 operated by the Monmouth 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 a nationwide
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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 732-7803035.
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MANCHESTER – January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month. Anyone of any age, anywhere, can become a victim. Learn its effects during “Human Trafficking: The Basics,” 7 p.m. January 22, in the Ocean County Library Manchester Branch. Members of the New Jersey Coalition Against Human Trafficking will describe how the criminal enterprises g rew to global propor tions, how to identify it, and how to raise awareness. Data compiled by the New Jersey Coalition Against Human Trafficking indicates that it entraps an estimated 25 million people worldwide, that 75 percent of victims are women and children,
and that it generates about $150 billion in illegal profits each year. The National Human Trafficking Hotline has fielded 5,544 reports from New Jersey since 2007. Of the 567 reports received in 2021, 151 were verified and involved 466 victims. Register at bit.ly/OclManchesterTrafficking to attend this free program. It is strongly recommended that elementaryand junior high school-age students be accompanied by adults. For more infor mation, stop by the Ocea n Cou nt y Libr a r y Ma nchester Branch, 21 Colonial Drive, call 732-6577600, or visit theoceancountylibrary. org/events.
Crestwood Village 6 “A Prom Night To Remember” Dance
WHITI NG – Crestwood Village 6 presents “A Prom Night To Remember” Dance event with music by DJ Mare Haze on February 17 from 6 to 10 p.m. at 6 Congasia Road, Whiting. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Cost is $12 for non-members, $10 for
paid 2024 CV6 members. Tickets are sold on Mondays from 10 to 11 a.m. at CV6 Clubhouse. Note: no prom dress attire required. Providing snacks, soda, tea, water, dessert. BYOB and your own fi nger food. 50/50 and Door Raffle.
Crestwood Village 1 Women’s Club Meeting
Work sessions are scheduled to begin at 7:30 p.m. prior to the regular meeting. The regular meeting will begin immediately following the work session. The Reorganization Meeting will be held at 12 noon on January 1. Meetings can be canceled due to lack of quorum, illness, weather conditions, lack of agenda items, or by direction of the Mayor. Additional meetings may be called as required. The Mayor and Council may determine the need exists for a closed/executive session for discussion of permitted matters during any of the scheduled meetings. Council meetings are held in the Community Center, 207 Center Street, located at the corner of Pine and Center Streets, Lakehurst, NJ. If any member of the public wishes to discuss any matter with the Mayor and Borough Council, it would be advisable to give details to the Clerk’s Office, in advance, so that the matter may be placed on the agenda and any necessary research done to allow for an appropriate response. Maryanne Capasso, RMC Municipal Clerk
WHITING – Happy New Year to all! The first meeting of the year is on January 16 at 1 p.m. The New Year brings reminiscence of years past with Jim Hankins and his “Tunes of Yesteryear.” He will be performing some
traditional Bluegrass and Country music. Dues will be $10 for the year. They will continue to collect for the food pantry. Join for an afternoon of friendship and refreshments.
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Manchester High School Booster Club Comedy Night
MANCHESTER – The Manchester Township High School Booster Club is hosting a Comedy Night on February 3 at the Whiting Firehouse, 120 Lacey Road, to raise money for our students. Doors open at 6 p.m.; Show begins at 8 p.m. BYOB; bring food. Two of the larger priorities for the boosters would be Senior Awards Night scholarships and the Senior Dinner. Both events have
been supported by the Booster Club since its inception. Your support of the comedy night would help us continue to give back to the Hawks. Send an email to Athletic Director Keith Lister at klister@mtschools.org for any tickets you may be interested in. In addition, you can reach out to anyone that you know is a Booster Club member. It going to be a fun night out!
Crestwood Village 4 Garage Sales
WHITING – Crestwood Village 4 hosts garage sales the last Saturday of every month. Come browse through the village on the last Saturday of each month, every month, for those ‘can’t live without’ finds. You’ll find the ‘regulars’ and sometimes a blow-out sale with a few neighbors combining their treasures.
CV4 owned units are at times entirely filled with contents that they open the doors so you can browse through each room at your leisure. Rain-dates are Sundays. Come on out, meet some neighbors, enjoy the outdoors, and bring your purse! Enjoy the day between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Upcoming Coordinating Council Meeting
MANCHESTER – The Manchester Coordinating Council will hold their monthly meeting on January 22 at 1:30 p.m. at Village 5 Club House, Schoolhouse Road, Whiting. The subject matter discussed are
issues that concern residents of Manchester. Guests are always welcomed to attend the meetings. Guests this month is the Ocean County Office of Emergency Management, OEM.
Softball League Seeking New Players
MANCHESTER – The Manchester Senior Softball League is looking for softball players who would be interested in joining the league for the 2024 season to play Recrea-
PUBLIC NOTICE BOROUGH OF LAKEHURST PLEASE BE ADVISED that the reorganization meeting of the Borough of Lakehurst Land Use Board has been scheduled for Monday, January 29, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. at the Lakehurst Community Center, 207 Center Street, Lakehurst, New Jersey.
tional Softball. Games are played Monday and Wednesday mornings, May through August. For additional information, contact Fred Bohinski at 848-261-1884.
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Crestwood Village II Travel Club
WHITING – The Crestwood Village II Travel Club has announced the following upcoming trips: A Day At the Races – March 19. Travel to Parx Casino and Racetrack in Bensalem, PA. Parx Casino is the #1 casino in Pennsylvania with thoroughbred racing. Enjoy a day at the casino or a day at the track or both. Tickets are $45 and includes bus transportation and driver gratuity. Note: Parx offers a $10 slot bonus when you sign up for their XClub card. If you have a XClub card already you will not get a bonus. Bus boards Harmony Hall at 10:30 a.m. and leaves 10:45 a.m. Return bus boards at 5:15 p.m. and leaves 5:30 p.m. Tickets are now on sale until February 6.
“Menopause 2” at Tropicana – April 16, 2024. Travel to the Tropicana Casino in Atlantic City to see the show “Menopause 2: Cruising Through The Change.” Five years after their chance encounter in a department store, we set sail with our beloved ladies for more high jinks on the high seas. We can only imagine what’s going to happen. Tickets are $93 and includes bus transportation, driver gratuity, show and $25 slot play. Bus boards Harmony Hall at 9 a.m. and leaves 9:15 a.m. Return bus boards 4:45 p.m. and leaves 5 p.m. Tickets are now on sale until March 6 All tickets will be sold on Wednesdays from 9:30 to 11 a.m. in the Harmony Hall Activity Room. No refunds unless trips are cancelled. For more information, call Linda at 732-716-1928 or Fran at 732-581-2290.
Study Buddies Homework Helpers
MANCHESTER – The Manchester Township High School National Honor Society Volunteers are available to assist elementary and middle school students with their homework, study skills, and organization tips.
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MTHS Student Athletes Of The Month
MANCHESTER – Congratulations to Abigail and Will who are Manchester Township High School’s Student Athletes of the Month! Abigail Montgomery has been a big part of the success the girl’s bowling team has had to start this year. With a 4-0 record over the 1st two weeks, Abby has had the team-high game and series for two of the four matches. Five of her 12 games have been over 200, on her way to an average of 195-good for 2nd highest average in the division. Her season highs are a 235 game and a 636 series. Will Ashton was a driving force for the XC team success. After losing four of their top seven runners to graduation, the team finished 6-1 in division and 2nd place in South Jersey Group 2. Will finished individually in 5th place in SJG2 and narrowly missed qualifying for the Meet of Champions. Both Abigail and Will demonstrate what hard work, dedication and positive leader-
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MTMS December Student Athletes Of The Month MANCHESTER – Ezekiel Correa and Savannah Jackson are representing Manchester Township Middle School as their Student Athletes for the month of December. Ezekiel and Savannah are both a great representation of what it means to be a student athlete. They are both 8th grade leaders of our Basketball teams, work just as hard in the classroom as they do in the athletic arena and serve as an excellent example to our younger student/athletes.
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MANCHESTER – Under the direction of Ms. White and Ms. Malebranche, Manchester Township High School students participated in the Ocean County College Robotics Competition on December 1. The group of students won 1st place for
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Crestwood Village 4 Flea Market
WHITING – If you are looking reasonable prices and friendly people come to a Crestwood Village 4 Flea Market! They are located at 15E Moccasin Drive in Whiting. Village 4 has a flea market the first Saturday of the month. They have over 50 vendors, the table by
the stage has really fantastic bargains, all donated by the residents of the village. Jerry will be there with his pull tabs. The kitchen will be serving breakfast and lunch. Come and enjoy! If you want to rent a table, email carolmarsella2@gmail.com.
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responded to the scene, the station reported. Once arrived, they found a car resting on its roof in water and confirmed the driver was entrapped. First responders were able to quickly free the driver and created a path for them to receive medical care, Whiting Fire Company said. Assisting on scene was JBMDL FD, Manchester Police Department, and Manchester EMS.
Women’s Club Of Deerfield Hall Newsletter
By Rosie Weaver, president WHITING – The members had a great time at our Christmas Luncheon catered by Mulberry St. and dessert from La Scala. We played the left right game with prizes. The club is open to anyone in the area over 55 due to speaker presentation for seniors. You can come early to the meetings to sign up as a new member for only $10 a year. The specialty coffee bar and hot chocolate
have been a big hit. Refreshments are served. 50/50 at meetings and gifts for birthdays. At times a treasure table also. We are a non-profit that gives back to the community. Meetings are held at the clubhouse at 1 p.m. on the 4th Tuesday of the month. Our next meeting is January 23. The speaker will be from Veteran’s Services speaking on services available.
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MANCHESTER – Children will have loads of fun as they hunt for prize filled eggs and visit with the Easter Bunny! Manchester’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt will be on March 24. The event will start at 10 a.m. at Pine Lake Park (rain or shine)
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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 af ter. This g rew into “Coffee With Kevin,” and then the two co-hosting the mor ning 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 40th 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 h ip re placement, a nd a not her 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’l l m i s s t he p e o ple, t hou g h – coaches, athletes, and others who have become a 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 owners, he was able to script his own exit. One thing that hasn’t changed is his desire to help the community. Perhaps part of the reason that he hasn’t been emotional about it is that the door isn’t completely closed – not yet. Christmas Classic There are a few radio station duties that he’s 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 39 th annual, and, well, he couldn’t end on an uneven number li ke that. So, he’ll def initely be in charge of the 40 th 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.
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Hearing loss is highly prevalent, affecting well over a billion people worldwide. In about 25 years, this statistic will double. Many studies have clearly identified hearing loss as a major risk factor for adverse health outcomes including reduced quality of life, depression, dementia, and possibly mortality. Hearing aids are a first line intervention for most individuals with hearing loss. However, the delay in getting “hearing help” can be up to 10 years! A recent Lancet Study utilized a cross sectional analysis of 9885 adults who participated in the National Health & Nutrition Examination Survey between 1999 and 2012. The association between hearing aid use and risk of mortality was examined among adults with various degrees of hearing loss. Among individuals with hearing loss, the risk of mortality was lower among regular hearing aid users than “never” users of hearing aids. There are many theories proposed to explain the association between hearing loss and mortality. The first possible explanation involves common pathology
that affects both hearing and comorbidities leading to death, such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and dementia. A second mechanism is the relationship between hearing loss and frailty. Thus, auditory deprivation resulting from hearing loss might negatively affect brain structure. The bottom line is consistent hearing aid use contributes to improved brain function. Several studies suggest up to a 50% reduction in cognitive decline with consistent hearing aid use. In my opinion, there needs to be additional efforts to improve accessibility and affordability of hearing aids in individuals with lower socioeconomic status. If you suspect the possibility of HEARING LOSS, don’t be a fool and wait years to get a complete hearing evaluation. Dr. Izzy and his Staff are always available to provide you with honest answers about your hearing health care. Please feel free to contact our office at 732-451-3962 or visit our website at gardenstatehearing.com. WE Hear YOU & WE are Here for YOU!
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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.
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By Alyssa Riccardi OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Sheriff ’s Office is warning residents of a recent scam that solicits money from the public. On Friday afternoon, the agency put out a notice stating that an unknown party has claimed to be a Captain in the Sheriff ’s Office and is attempting to solicit money. “The alleged party claims he is a Captain
and contacts people in our community telling them they owe $8,000 for a failure to appear. Our office does not solicit over the phone for any type of proceeds,” the Ocean County Sheriff ’s Office said. Do not accept these types of phone calls, the Sheriff ’s Office said. It’s asked that if you experience one of these calls, that you report this scam to your local police agency and their office at 732-349-2010.
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ARounD tHe JeRsey sHoRe County’s New Leader, New Commissioner, & New Direction
By Bob Vosseller OCEAN COUNTY – Frank Sadeghi was surrounded by loved ones while placing his left hand on the family Bible as former Ocean County Freeholder Joseph Buckelew administered a ceremonial oath of office for his first term on the Ocean County Board of Commissioners during the Board’s 2024 reorganization meeting. “I’d like to congratulate Frank Sadeghi on being sworn in to his first three-year term on the Board,” the 2024 Director of the Board Barbara Jo Crea remarked. “I remember the pride I felt when I raised my right hand and took the oath of office just a few years ago. There is nothing like it. I am certain Frank felt the same.” Crea, who was appointed to her new role as director that day, added, “Commissioner Sadeghi brings with him a wealth of experience and knowledge from both the private sector and public office - all of which will benefit the residents of Ocean County,” Sadeghi, 66, a resident of Island Heights, joined Crea and his colleagues on the Board,
replacing longtime Commissioner Joseph H. Vicari, who did not seek re-election last year. “I want to thank my colleagues on the Board for giving me this opportunity to serve as the 2024 Director of the Board,” Crea said. “It is humbling to receive this kind of support. I look forward to a very productive and successful year, working with all of you seated on this dais.” Commissioner Gary Quinn was appointed Deputy Director of the Board during the meeting. Crea noted her accomplishments while on the Board included advocating for and successfully establishing the Homelessness Trust Fund in 2023. “I am so very grateful that after much review and consideration, I was able to get this done. More than 65,000 people in Ocean County are living in poverty and this includes families and children. Ocean County helps countless numbers of people every day through its established social services programs, and yet more needs to be done,” Crea added. “We established the fund because this Board (Direction - See Page 27)
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Continued From Page 24 realized there was a need to help our residents that are struggling,” she said. These are single moms and dads, senior citizens, trying to make ends meet, to keep a roof over their heads and food on the table.” Crea also noted her work with the newly created Ocean County Opioid Advisory Council. “As liaison to the Ocean County Opioid Advisory Council, I have closely worked with our Department of Human Services and other County agencies to make sure the funds distributed from the National Opioid Litigation Resolution against pharmaceutical manufacturers and distributors have the greatest positive impact on our ongoing efforts to address the opioid epidemic.” She added, “we are using the money to raise public awareness and to educate. We are working with prevention programs and early intervention, care management and workforce development.” “This council is staffed by dedicated workers and volunteers who have set priorities that benefit the men and women in our communities that need it most,” Crea said. She also said the board would continue its work to maintain a stable county property tax rate and its AAA bond rating. “For the last 7 years, the county property tax rate has decreased. I anticipate it will remain stable in 2024 or continue to decrease.” “Our fiscally conservative approach to budgeting will allow us to maintain our AAA bond rating which gives us the ability to save tax dollars while still improving and maintaining the county infrastructure,” she added. Sadeghi outlined his ambitious vision for the New Year as a newly elected County Commissioner noting the widening of Route 9 should be more of a Board priority in order to better move traffic through one of the county’s main corridors, even though it’s a state-owned road. He also noted that waiting lists should be eliminated and more opportunities should be provided to residents who want to attend vocational technical school classes in Ocean County. The creation of an improvement authority should be considered to better assist municipalities and other public agencies. He was the lone vote of the five member all Republican panel against the long-time prac-
The Manchester Times, January 13, 2024, Page 27 tice of the board to assign department liaisons based on their seniority on the five-member board. He expressed that voters weren’t necessarily interested in who has served on a particular board for a decade or more or whether the commissioner is new or not but that professional expertise in a specific area should instead be a stronger consideration for a commissioner’s assignment of department or oversight. “I can’t promise that you will always agree with me, but I can pledge that I will always do what’s right and good for this community that we all love so much,” he said. “All of my decisions will always begin with the gateway question of ‘Will this decision be the right one for the people that live in Ocean County?’” Sadeghi also spoke about his humble beginnings immigrating to America at the age of 17 with $70 in his pocket and with hard work today is a successful businessman. He noted that Ocean County is changing and predicts the county’s population will top one million people by 2050. The county’s current population is about 650,000 yearround residents. The new commissioner stressed, “county government needs to recognize that change and rise to meet the challenges in front of us with bold thinking and innovative solutions. We can’t afford to be reactive – rather – we need to think proactively and govern with vision.” Commissioners Quinn and Haines extended their appreciation to the County workforce during the meeting. “We cannot do what we do alone. The administration, directors, division directors and all of the county staff are the foundation to providing the best services and programs to our residents,” Quinn remarked. Haines said, “since I was first appointed to this Board in 2016, I have done my very best to serve the residents of this great County. Of course, I don’t do this alone, I do it with my board colleagues and the professional and hardworking staff that keeps this County moving forward every day.” Commissioner Jack Kelly was absent from the session due to illness. The meeting was well attended and spilled over into the firstfloor meeting room and lobby of the Ocean County Administration Building on Hooper Avenue.
BOROUGH OF LAKEHURST LOCAL EMERGENCY PLANNING COMMITTEE 2024 SCHEDULE OF MEETINGS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that in compliance with N.J.S.A. 10:4, notice is given that the regular meetings of the Borough of Lakehurst Local Emergency Planning Committee are as follows: Wednesday, January 17, 2024 Wednesday, April 17, 2024 Wednesday, July 17, 2024 Wednesday, October 16, 2024 The meetings are scheduled to commence at 5:00 p.m. at the Lakehurst Emergency Services Complex, 2 Proving Ground Road, Lakehurst, New Jersey. Iain James Emergency Management Coordinator
PUBLIC NOTICE IN COMPLIANCE WITH N.J.S.A. 10:4-18, notice is hereby given and posted that the scheduled regular meetings of the Redevelopment Agency of the Borough of Lakehurst are as follows: July 18, 2024 February 1, 2024 August 15, 2024 March 7, 2024 September 5, 2024 April 4, 2024 October 3, 2024 May 2, 2024 November 7, 2024 June 6, 2024 December 5, 2024 Meetings are scheduled to begin at 7:00 p.m. Meetings can be canceled due to lack of quorum, illness, weather conditions, lack of agenda items, or by direction of the Chairman. Additional meetings may be called as required.
Photo courtesy Ocean County With his left hand on the family Bible and surrounded by loved ones, Frank Sadeghi (second from left) was administered a ceremonial oath of office to his first three-year term on the Board of Commissioners by former Ocean County Freeholder Joseph Buckelew (left) during the Board’s 2024 reorganization meeting. Joining him was his daughter Morgan, (right) and Lauren Plump, his “partner in life and biggest supporter.” Commissioner Sadeghi had been officially sworn into office earlier in the day by state Sen. Robert Singer.
Redevelopment meetings are held in the Community Center, 207 Center Street, Lakehurst, New Jersey. Maryanne Capasso, RMC Municipal Clerk
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Ocean County Parks Accepting Christmas Trees For Recycling
TOMS RIVER – Ocean County residents are being encouraged to make recycling their Christmas trees part of their holiday cleanup. In the past, hundreds of trees were collected at the Ocean County Park sites, most of which went to the Ocean County Recycling Centers to be grinded into wood chips. Wood chips are offered to residents, and are used for County landscaping projects or things like slope stabilization at Ocean County Natural Lands sites and trail work throughout the
Ocean County Park system. Christmas trees can be dropped off at the following Ocean County Park locations from now through January 31: • Cattus Island County Park, 1170 Cattus Island Boulevard, Toms River Township • Ocean County Park, 659 Ocean Avenue, Lakewood Township • Beaver Dam County Park, 3430 Bridge Avenue, Point Pleasant • Jakes Branch County Park, 1100 Double
Trouble Road, Beachwood • Mill Creek County Park, 11 Chelsea Avenue, Berkeley Township • Enos Pond County Park, 330 East Lacey Road, Forked River • Robert J. Miller Airpark, 901 Route 530, Berkeley Township • Patriots County Park, 485 Bowman Road, Jackson Township • Ocean County Golf Course at Forge Pond, 301 Chambers Bridge Avenue, Brick Township
In addition, Ocean County’s two regional Recycling Centers accept Christmas trees yearround during regular business hours (7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Saturday), as well as glitter-free wrapping paper and clean and dry cardboard boxes. The Ocean County Southern Recycling Center is located at 379 Haywood Road, Manahawkin. The Ocean County Northern Recycling Center is located at 535 Oberlin Avenue South, Lakewood.
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BRICK – Discover your passion with a fun filled day of hands-on activities and demonstrations while learning about different careers! Event is for all ages. OCVTS Career Discovery Day will be on January 20 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Ocean County Vo-Tech School located at 350 Chambers Bridge Road Brick. This is a free event for all ages. K-12 and parents. Tour the Ocean County Vocational Technical School’s Brick Center. Meet and talk with program instructors and faculty members. Observe student demonstrations and participate in activities. Door prizes and fun foods prepared by our culinary students. Activities included but are not limited to: Fashion Design Sketching, Hair styling, Face Painting, Culinary Demonstrations, Fitness Fun, T-shirt Screen Printing, HVAC/Auto/
Electrical demos, Ocean County Library Makerspace. More Activities: Culinary Arts: Culinary demonstrations, interactive activities, and competitions. Automotive: Repair and diagnostic demos. Electrical: interactive electrical display boards and testing kits. Construction: birdhouse building. Welding: learn to weld in a welding booth. Fashion Design: Illustration rendering/Mixed media art. Childcare Professions: preschool tour and crafts. ALPS: law enforcement demos. Medical: CPR practice, blood pressure. Marine Service Tech: marine specific items explained; knot tying activities; Custom Woodworking: Tool demo and fabrication & more. Sign up at ocvts.org/events/cdd2024. Any questions, contact admissions@ocvts.org or 732-473-3122.
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Staff Stories At Cattus Island County Park
TOMS RIVER – The Cooper Environmental Center at Cattus Island County Park is offering a PowerPoint and lecture series during the cold days of winter. Come inside and join a park naturalist for a themed
presentation from 1 to 2 p.m. Fee is $5 per person per lecture. Open to ages 10 and up. January 17 – Honeybees February 14 – Birds of Ocean County March 20 – Horseshoe Crabs
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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’ fi sh. 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 infl icted upon any animal, wild or domestic, is punishable by law.
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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.
Prom Dress Collection Drive
TOMS RIVER – The spirit of giving continues after the holiday season winds down! All branches of the Ocean County Library will be collection sites for gently-used formal dresses and gowns during OCL’s 2024 Prom Dress Collection Drive, now through February 23. The collection drive precedes the library’s next Prom Dress Giveaway in March 2024 in the OCL Toms River, Brick, and Little Egg Harbor branches. Donated dresses will be available free of charge for teen students
in eighth through twelfth grades regardless of financial circumstances. Short and long styles within the past five years are especially sought. Donors are asked to please contribute only dry-cleaned items ready for prom wear. Accessories, shoes and purses are not eligible for donation. For more information, call or visit any of the Ocean County Library’s 21 branches and reading centers, or visit theoceancountylibrary/events.
The Beatles Laser Show
TOMS RIVER – The “Fab Four’s” best spanning six years and 11 albums becomes the background for dazzling laser-art and spectacular digital and analog effects. All ages and backgrounds will appreciate this fantasy tribute of music and light to
The Beatles and how they helped define a generation. The Beatles Laser Show at Robert J. Novins Planetarium is on January 6 and February 17 from 8:30 from 9:15 p.m. To purchase tickets, visit ocean.edu/planetarium.
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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 rectifi cation, 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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