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The BRICK Times Vol. 23 - No. 37

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January 20, 2024

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Photos courtesy Ocean County Sheriff’s Office Many roads in shore areas like Bay Head were closed due to flooding. By Chris Lundy and Alyssa Riccardi JERSEY SHORE – A coastal storm that made its way across the state on January 9 had left thousands of people without power and brought severe flooding to local streets throughout Ocean and Monmouth Counties. It underscored the importance of resiliency in the face of flooding. The National Weather Service issued coastal flood warnings and

wind advisories. It noted peak records of flood heights, stating that certain areas of Ocean County reached nearly five feet of water levels. In Brick, flooding was reported on the Route 35 Spur south of Sixth Avenue according to the State Department of Transportation website 511nj.org. All lanes were closed and detoured. There was also flooding south of Normandy Beach. Parts of Brick’s residential

communities such as Cherry Quay and Shore Acres also had roads filled with water. Many cars in Bay Head were partially underwater. Streets were closed off in coastal communities near the Barnegat Bay, including Seaside Heights and Seaside Park, the Ocean County Sherrif’s Office reported. Many roads in Toms River were affected by the storm, with NJDOT reporting sever-

al streets f looded. A major intersection at Fischer Boulevard and Route 37 was reported flooded, with the right shoulder closed and the ramp closed. Resident s sha red online how multiple roads in Silverton were flooded the following afternoon due to the rain as well as the high tide from the lagoons and bay. Other areas in Ocean County like Berkeley

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Miss Liberty Leaves A Legacy Of Fun And Generosity

File Photo Sondra Fortunato, better known as Miss Liberty, was photographed here in the 2017 Halloween parade.

By Bob Vosseller OCEAN COUNTY – She could be described as bubbly, eccentric, vivacious and beautiful, but one thing for sure: Sondra Fortunato, 75, also known as “Miss Liberty,” was larger than life. Miss Liberty was a special friend to Jersey

Shore Online/Micromedia Publications and our thoughts are with her family and many friends at this time. She was once the unofficial cheerleader of the New York Giants and known for various meetups with celebrities and sports personalities in that role. She was a resident of

Toms River and once worked as a kindergarten teacher as well as a model. She was well known throughout Ocean County, New Jersey and beyond. Her passing was noted in national media. She loved the description of her being a “home (Miss Liberty See Page 5)

Photo courtesy Brick Township Mayor Lisa Crate was sworn into her first full term. By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK - The township’s first elected female Mayor Lisa Crate took a few minutes during the most recent council meeting to share her vision for the township in the coming year. She said 2024 is “a new year filled with potential and positive change and an opportunity to have a big impact in small ways.” The mayor said she believes our society is in the midst of a mental health crisis - that the society has lost its way. “But we’re also a society with the potential for greatness,” she said. Brick Township has ma ny feat u res t hat make it a great place to live, which she wants to build upon, such as investing in township parks and access to a myriad of recreational

athletic programs, which she hopes to expand to include the arts. The township currently has more police officers on the street than during any other time in history, and the mayor said Brick will continue to invest in public safety services, such as community policing. “Our officers can connect with the public and develop relationships that prevent crime and help educate all of us on the small things we can do to be safe,” Mayor Crate said. There are also more E M Ts (e m e r g e n c y medical technicians) than at any other time in Brick’s history, and later this year the department will be moving into a new facility on Aurora Place, which is in the same building as the new Senior (Mayor- See Page 4)

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Continued From Page 1 Township were flooded with debris from the marsh and had downed trees and poles. Mayor John Bacchione stated that the Township is looking for way to preserve their quality of life moving forward. “I have scheduled a meeting with our Township Planner, OEM Coordinator, Police Chief, the township’s grant writer and others to look for ways to improve our drainage systems to either elevate or mitigate the impacts of these storms on our roads and infrastructure,” Bacchione said. There are several low-lying areas of Berkeley. Pelican Island (which is right over the Route 37 bridge to Seaside) and South Seaside Park (just north of Island Beach State Park) are both parts of Berkeley and saw flooding. The Bayville Volunteer Fire Co. and Berkeley Parks Department were out taking care of downed trees. There were also multiple poles down in Holiday City,

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Continued From Page 1 Center. The township will offer a new dialysis transportation service for seniors that will

the mayor said. He put out a warning telling residents not to drive through any bodies of water and not to move, drive around, or alter barricades or flood warning signs. Bacchione said he hopes to secure state or federal funding for mitigation projects. “These coastal storms are becoming more frequent, and we need to look for long term solutions.” Bayview Avenue in particular was covered in water. This is not new. If you do a search of Bayview Avenue, one of the photos that comes up on Google is of the road being flooded in April of 2018. Councilman James Byrnes has been trying to get federal money to deal with this recurring problem. It used to be that every three years or so, Bayview would flood. Now, it’s a lot more frequent. This is an evacuation route and the main way for emergency vehicles to get to residents in those neighborhoods. If someone is having a medical episode, this could be a life or death situation. He said instead of the county milling this road, they should just build it up the

next time it has to be paved. Ocean County Engineer John Ernst shared a list of past, present and future road projects to address flooding. Past ones finished over the last few years include areas such as Long Beach Boulevard on LBI, Bay Avenue and New Hampshire Avenue in Toms River. Current projects include Flint Road in South Toms River, Baltimore Avenue near Yale Avenue in Point Beach, Arnold Boulevard at Sunset Boulevard in Long Beach, Dickman Avenue in Lavallette, Barnegat Avenue from 20 th to 22nd Streets in Berkeley, Central Avenue and 28 th Steet in Ship Bottom, and Bridge Avenue from W. Lake Avenue to Club Drive in Bay Head. Future design projects include raising Radio Road from Louisiana Drive to the southern terminus in Little Egg, I Street from Route 35 to Bayview Avenue in Seaside Park, and Bayshore Drive from Biscayne Road toward the bridge in Barnegat. Two projects will have the roadway regraded, with drainage improvements including a tide check valve to mitigate

flooding. These are at Long Beach Boulevard from 52nd Street to 53rd Street in Long Beach Township and Broadway from 5th Street to 7th Street on Barnegat Light. Two spots in Surf City will have drainage improvements including a tide check valve: Central Avenue near N. 1st Street and Barnegat Avenue from 5th to 6th streets. Over in Monmouth County, NJDOT reported flooding in Howell Township on Route 33 eastbound, east of Fairfield Road. Save Barnegat Bay posted wind speeds and rain amounts from nearby weather stations: Bathhouse #1, Island Beach State Park: 72 mph, 2.83” Stafford Township Municipal Complex: 49 mph, 2.32” Long Beach Township Field Station, Holgate: 48 mph, 2.10” Beachwood Yacht Club: 46 mph, 3.14” Long Beach Island Foundation, Loveladies: 44 mph, 2.00” MATES, Manahawkin: 44 mph, 2.58” Save Barnegat Bay EcoCenter, Toms River: 39 mph, 2.55” Ocean Gate Yacht Club: 38 mph, 2.85”

be available at the end of January, “the first and only municipality in Ocean County to provide dialysis transportation for our seniors,” she said. Dialysis transportation was the number one need expressed by seniors, as expressed by seniors as part of the township’s ongoing

needs assessment, the mayor added. A special operations building that will house EMS (emergency medical services) and police equipment, currently under construction at the municipal complex, will be opening later this year. “We’ll also continue to invest in the

equipment and manpower needed so that our Department of Public Works can continue to take care of our roads, our fleet and to ensure that sanitation and recycling are done with pride and efficiency,” Mayor Crate said.

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Continued From Page 4 “I’m eager to get started on a new year with big and small things on the agenda,” Mayor Crate said. “My leadership will focus on what’s right for Brick, on ensuring fiscal

Miss Liberty: Continued From Page 1

grown celebrity.” Her appearances at special events such as the annual Toms River Halloween Parade always brought cheers as she traveled on a float or a car. One year, there was a pint-sized version of herself in the parade in the form of a young girl who emulated her Miss Liberty attire and famous decorated car. Fortunato’s vehicle was well known. It was adorned with placards, newspaper articles (many of them from Micromedia) and she also previously took part in southern Ocean County film festivals where some news clips of her were compiled into a video. Once, her car was even stolen while she was attending an event, bringing up the question “Why would someone steal a car that is so easily recognizable?” It was found shortly thereafter. Other nicknames included Miss Football and Miss Millenium, Miss Super Bowl, Miss World Series, Miss NFL, Miss Body Beautiful U.S.A. and Miss Opening Day but beyond her many monikers, she was known for her big

The Brick Times, January 20, 2024, Page 5 responsibility continues, and making sure we invest in the workforce in our infrastructure and in our communities through potential shared services agreements with our neighboring municipalities.” Another focus for her administration will be to invest in the natural landscape by

keeping development in check by having a comprehensive plan for open space acquisition. The mayor said she wants to develop strong partnerships with nonprofit organizations and houses of worship to address urgent needs for housing, temporary shelter, food,

clothing and sustainable living. Vince Minichino was named as the new council president and Derrick Ambrosino was named as the new council vice president. The next council meeting will be on Tuesday, January 23 at 7 p.m.

smile, flirty nature and the atmosphere of fun she brought to everyone around her. She was patriotic, friendly, loved sports and loved people and animals. It was nearly impossible to have a short conversation with her as she enjoyed communicating with nearly everyone she met. Sadly, last year she received the devasting news that she had developed Stage 4 cancer which destroyed her left eye and ultimately led to her death. The expenses associated with her treatment also led to the loss of her home and she needed to have additional surgery to treat her illness. A GoFundMe campaign was quickly created to assist her with her medical treatment. She appeared in the 1980 horror B-movie “Mother’s Day.” She also did a stint as a Playboy Bunny and was an official or unofficial mascot for various athletic teams across the state and nationwide. Her appearances also included fundraisers including one where she was “locked up for good” as a means to raise funds for battered women and domestic violence. Miss Liberty once told Micromedia Publications that she was hired to cheer and fire up the

crowd for sports teams. She was also featured early on in her life in muscle magazine covers and won the Miss Body Beautiful USA contest. Fortunato had a collection of baseballs from her time when she was known as Miss World Series. She was also known as Miss Kentucky Derby. Spotting her car on Route 37 was always a thrill and many drivers would wave and beep their horns to say hi. She was an attention getter no matter where she went and she enjoyed receiving that attention. She once described her car as being as popular as the El Torino driven by 1970s TV cops Starsky & Hutch. “People see that car and they know I am behind it,” she remarked in an article in Weird New Jersey. She explained to the media that she didn’t want to bother removing the many signs adhered to her car (she had two such Miss Liberty mobiles) so she taped them on permanently for parades and special events. Miss Liberty would often wear gowns and a tiara and attire that would extenuate her striking figure and bright smile. She commented during parade preparations about some possible and existing dress malfunctions but always with a laugh.

Fortunato who was born and raised in the Garden State, told this reporter that her niece was married to the owner of Viacom and she had a brother who is a heart surgeon and two sisters. Her grandparents hailed from Johnson & Johnson. She also said she knew OJ Simpson and noted that former President Donald Trump knew who she was. She also met Tug McGraw and said she was a guest at an event of Bill Clinton’s. “I’m different, I know it and that’s a good thing. No one can say I’m average,” Fortunato once told this reporter. She loved people and they didn’t need to be famous, they just needed to be nice to her and most people couldn’t resist being drawn to her electric personality. She was also known for her generosity despite her own financial challenges. She would mail gifts to the Micromedia Publications staff including caps, slippers, placards and lollipops with her face on the wrapping. It was always a surprise to open those packages and to learn what was inside. Miss Liberty will be missed.

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Senators Call For Full WIC Funding For 2024 Fiscal Year Capitol Comments Senator Cory Booker

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Cory Booker (D-NJ) and Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) and U.S. Representatives Lauren Underwood (D-IL-14), Lois Frankel (D-FL-22), Lucy McBath (D-GA-07), and Alma Adams (D-NC12) led over 160 Senate and House Democrats in a letter calling on congressional leaders to ensure any final appropriations package fully funds the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) in the 2024 fiscal year. WIC is a critical nutrition program for mothers and their young children, that has a robust track record of yielding numerous and lasting health benefits for participants by providing healthy food, breastfeeding support, nutrition education, health care referrals and other key interventions.

If Congress fails to fully fund WIC, up to two million mothers and their children will likely lose access to the program, or be unable to enroll. Since 1997, Congress has, on a bipartisan basis, fully funded WIC each year. Senator Booker and 168 Congressional colleagues firmly emphasized that once again, WIC must be fully funded so that all eligible applicants are able to enroll. “WIC is a vital lifeline for millions of vulnerable American families. It provides nutritious foods, nutrition education, breastfeeding support, health care referrals, and other important services to nearly 7 million low-income pregnant and postpartum participants, infants, and young children nationwide,” the lawmakers wrote. “For more than 25 years, there has been a bipartisan commitment to provide adequate funding for WIC to serve every eligible family that relies on the program and to ensure that those in need are not turned away. At the foundation of this commitment is substantial evidence of WIC’s positive impacts on the health and

development of its participants.” The lawmakers detailed the risks of not adequately funding the program, writing, “If Congress fails to fully fund WIC, states will soon be forced to start turning eligible families away. Eligible applicants and current participants, primarily postpartum women who are not breastfeeding and children, could be put on waiting lists - leaving them without the services they rely on indefinitely. There are more than half a million current WIC participants who are pregnant and will need to renew their benefits shortly after giving birth. Under a funding shortfall, some of these new mothers could see their benefits halted. These new moms would lose access to WIC’s nutritious foods at a time that is critical for their health and their child’s development. Such devastating outcomes would disproportionately impact people of color, who are already at higher risk for severe pregnancy-related health issues including maternal mortality.” “America’s maternal health crisis is growing worse by the day, and further disruption to WIC in the coming months would be cata-

strophic. As you work to finalize a government funding package, we urge you to fully fund WIC and protect vulnerable women and children from losing access to the vital support that WIC provides. Thank you for your attention to this important matter,” the lawmakers concluded. Georgia Machell, Interim President & CEO of the National WIC Association, said, “For nearly three decades, there has been a bipartisan tradition to provide WIC with the resources to serve every eligible family that walks in the front door. As we enter WIC’s 50th year, this should be a time of celebration for the program, but instead, we are facing the possibility of waiting lists for the first time in a generation. WIC has made huge strides in recent years to modernize service delivery, enhance outreach efforts, and make evidence-based updates to the food benefit - all of these have been successful in enabling the program to reach more eligible families. Congress must ensure WIC remains a reliable resource to our nation’s moms, babies, and kids. Failure to do so would be an abdication of responsibility.”

Making New Jersey More Affordable for More Families From The Desk Of The

Governor Phil Murphy Editor’s note: The following is an excerpt from the governor’s State of the State address. As we begin our seventh year of partnership, New Jersey stands tall, resilient, and brimming with ambition. We all know these are not simple times. As many of our neighbors tell us: this is an era of unease and uncertainty. So here is our task, today: to meet these hard times by working even harder. Since the last administration, we have more than doubled the growth rate of our state’s economy. And, at the same time, we have created nearly 200,000 jobs. Jobs that pay well. Jobs that support a family. Jobs that give people the confidence that they can make their future in the Garden State. And as we look ahead, our job is to make sure that every family benefits from our economic momentum. That is why, since the start of our administration, we have enacted 20 new tax cuts for middle-class families and seniors. We created the most ambitious property tax relief program in our state’s history: The ANCHOR program. For the second year in row, it has put nearly $2

billion back into the pockets of more than a million-and-ahalf seniors and middle-class families. For each household, that means up to $1,750 in direct relief. We are going to provide even more relief, with programs like Stay NJ, so more grandparents can stay close to their kids and their grandkids. As of this month, New Jersey’s minimum wage has officially reached over $15 an hour. In fact, by the time I leave office, our minimum wage could be nearly double what it was when I was elected to this office in 2017. But we need to keep moving forward. When working parents walk through the grocery store - or shop for school supplies - it certainly does not feel like things are working in their favor. People are worried - on a fundamental level about their financial stability. When I talk to families across our state, they tell me it is harder to make ends meet, harder to cover the costs of everyday necessities. And they live with the fear that they are one bad diagnosis - or one missed paycheck - away from financial ruin. Or, that they may never be able to own a home - or send their kids to college. In the wealthiest nation in the world, nobody should have to worry about being able to afford critical health care services or a lifesaving medical procedure. Right now, in New Jersey, more than one in ten of our neighbors has medical debt in collections. That number is even higher in communities of color.

And we know that when someone is saddled with medical debt, they are less likely to seek medical care. So we are taking action. In last year’s budget, we invested $10 million into an innovative medical debt relief program. For every dollar invested, we can retire up to $100 in debt - for tens of thousands of people. I am calling on our Legislature to enact a new package that will help families avoid being caught in a medical debt trap and require every medical bill to be clear and transparent. Under our administration, New Jersey has emerged as a national leader in expanding affordable housing. However, today, we have a new challenge on our hands: New Jersey is popular! People see our quality of life, our best-in-thenation public schools, our top rankings in public safety, and they say: sign me up. In fact, between 2021 and 2022, tens of thousands of New Yorkers made the move across the Hudson and set roots in New Jersey. It was the third-largest movement - from one state to another - in the entire country. But if our population grows - while our housing stock remains steady - homeownership will be a luxury reserved only for those at the top. We need to put the dream of homeownership and affordable housing back into reach for working New Jerseyans. I look forward to signing legislation…to make it a whole lot easier to build more affordable housing - efficiently and equitably. And, in the spirit of lifting the financial burdens

weighing on our families, let us redouble our commitment to bringing universal pre-K to all of New Jersey. To ensure that every family - regardless of their economic status - can afford to send their child to a safe, enriching environment during the day. So far, we have helped more than 14,000 of our state’s children enroll in a pre-K program. And we are just getting started. Through our state’s nation-leading pandemic relief and main street revitalization programs, we have invested nearly $1 billion into helping our small businesses stay afloat. In fact, since we entered office, nearly 60,000 new small businesses have opened their doors in the Garden State. Just last week, we received word that - in 2023 - we saw our lowest number of shootings in nearly 15 years. For those wondering how that could be, there is a simple explanation: It is because we have provided historic funding to community-based violence prevention efforts - empowering residents in cities like Newark, Paterson, Jersey City, Trenton, and more. It is because we have some of the strongest gun safety laws in the entire country. And it is because we have some of the finest law enforcement officers in the United States - led by Attorney General Matt Platkin and the Superintendent of the State Police, Colonel Pat Callahan. As a result, we are saving lives. And making New Jersey a safer place to raise a family. Let me be absolutely clear about the state of our state: New Jersey is stronger and fairer than ever before.


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Wrong Turn Ends In Lakewood Shooting By Alyssa Riccardi LAKEWOOD – Authorities are currently investigating an incident involving a man that was injured from gunshots. Around 10 p.m. Sunday, a 27-year-old Asbury Park man was admitted into Ocean Medical Center after he had just been shot. According to police, the man was traveling to Toms River and was unfamiliar with the area. As a result, he became lost and decided to pull into the Westgate complex. Once

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BRICK – Do you know someone who regularly goes above and beyond to make Brick Township better? Are you aware of a local business that gives back to the community? If so, nominate them for a Brick Hero Award! The Brick Hero Awards were created to honor residents and businesses who make a difference every day, in ways small and large. The heroes are recognized at the Annual Brick Hero Awards Ceremony. This year’s ceremony will be held on March 8 at 7 p.m. at Brick Township High School. The event is hosted by the Mayor’s Student Advisory Committee and will include performances by local school choirs, theatre groups, dance teams, and more. Tickets will be available for purchase at the door. Heroes can be nominated in one of the following categories:

Public Safety School Personnel Business Non-profit Volunteerism Seniors Youth Military/Veterans Public Service Community Stewardship If you know a Brick resident or business that exhibits a remarkable effort to make the community a better place, nominate them for a Brick Hero Award at townshipofbrick. seamlessdocs.com/f/2024BrickHeroNomination. The deadline to submit nominations if February 16.


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2023 EMT Of The Year Award

Photo courtesy Brick Township EMS/Rescue BRICK – Brick Township EMS/Rescue is proud to announce the 2023 EMT of the Year award. This year two EMTs stood out. It was too close to call and choose one for their regular contributions to our department. They are professional, self less, skilled and dedicated people that are

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Photo courtesy Brick Township EMS/Rescue BRICK – On January 6, Brick Township EMS/Rescue had their annual awards dinner. They thank their mutual aid partners, Point Pleasant Boro EMS, South Toms River EMS, Manchester EMS, Stafford

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Beach Badges Now Available Online BRICK – Season badges and parking passes for Brick Township’s beaches for the 2024 season can now be purchased online! Badges and parking passes that are purchased online can be picked up at the Recreation Office, the beach on your first visit or mailed to your home. To purchase a badge online, you must have an account on the Community Pass registration system used by the Recreation Department. When you log in to your account, click on the “Click Here To Register”

tab and you will see the prompt to purchase beach badges and parking passes. Badges and parking passes are $30 until May 15; on May 16 the price is $45. Badges can also be bought in person in the Recreation Office, 270 Chambers Bridge Road, Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Badges will also be sold at Brick Beaches 1 and 3 when they are open. If you have any questions regarding Community Pass accounts, or how to register for one, please call Recreation at 732-262-1044.

Coaches Wanted For Girls Tee Ball And Softball BRICK – Brick Recreation is on the lookout for passionate individuals who love softball and tee ball to join as volunteer coaches for the upcoming 2024 girls tee ball and softball seasons. If you’re enthusiastic, love working with kids, and want to make a positive impact in the community, they want you! Coaches are needed for the following divisions: Tee Ball 2nd-3rd grade

4th-5th grade 6th-8th grade High school Coaches are eligible to have free registration for one child. Anyone interested in serving as a coach should call Brick Recreation at 732-262-4622 or email jnapoli@twp.brick.nj.us. All coaches subject to a background check by the Recreation Department.

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Community News C lub N ews , A ctivities , E vents & A nnouncements

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Photo courtesy Jersey Shore Animal Center BRICK – Meet Nancy Drew, the mysterious calico kitty at the shelter! The Case of the Homeless Calico: Nancy Drew, 2 years old, is on the lookout for her forever family. Despite her charming personality, she’s found herself without a home. Let’s unravel the mystery together and find her the purr-fect family! Nancy is a sweetheart with an abundance of love to share. Head pets are her absolute favorite, and she’ll gladly accept all the affection you have to offer. She’s also a playful detective, searching

for cat friends who match her bouncy yet calm play style. Could your home be the perfect setting for Nancy to embark on her playful adventures? Nancy Drew is ready to be a part of a loving family that appreciates her playful and sweet side. Could you be the one to crack the case and give this adorable calico a forever home? You can view this pet and more at jerseyshoreanimalcenter.org. They are located at 185 Brick Boulevard and can be reached at 732-920-1600.

Upcoming Neighborhood Watch Meeting BRICK – The Brick Township Police Department’s Neighborhood Watch Program engages citizens who want to help keep Brick Township safe by educating them on what activities to be on the lookout for, when and who to contact in the PD and what information will assist our officers best for their follow-up investigations. Additionally, members of the Neighborhood Watch program stay up-to-date on what is happening in the town via in-person meetings and monthly newsletters. Any resident can join the program and request to

have a meeting for their neighborhood. The program currently has over 1,100 members. The BTPD is holding a Neighborhood Watch Meeting on February 4 at 6 p.m. for Herbertsville/Maple Avenue - meeting held at the Herbertsville Firehouse, 601 Herbertsville Road. These meetings are specifically for residents of these neighborhoods - please attend only if you live in these neighborhoods. If you would like to have a Neighborhood Watch meeting in your neighborhood, contact vfinelli@brickpd.com.

Men’s Bible Study – New Beginnings Church BRICK – Meet the Brotherhood Ministry on Tuesday mornings for an in-depth Bible study with Pastor Joe and the guys from New Beginnings Church.

Invite friends or coworkers to come out with you! They start promptly at 7 a.m. and end at 8 a.m. New Beginnings Church is located at 236 Brick Boulevard.

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Around The Jersey Shore Celebrate National Mentoring Month With Big Brothers Big Sisters ASBURY PARK – In alignment with National Mentoring Month, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Coastal & Northern New Jersey (BBBSCNNJ) is launching a call to action for residents to help close the mentorship gap for local youth by making an impact through mentorship. Today, one in three kids in America are growing up without a sustained, positive adult mentor in their lives. The need for youth mentorship is critical in the New Jersey counties served by BBBSCNNJ, with approximately 100 youth currently on the waitlist for a mentor. The gap between mentorship and youth who need it most continues to widen due to perceived barriers of the time and expertise needed to become a mentor. This January, BBBSCNNJ is shifting perceptions of mentorship and redefining the little everyday moments that can make a big impact on the lives of young people—time already spent going to a movie, sharing a slice of pizza, and getting coffee. BBBSCNNJ has three BBBS infoSessions planned for this month on January 17 at 5 p.m.

and January 25 at 12 p.m. Each BBBS infoSession is 30 minutes long and held virtually on Zoom. A brief overview of the program and application process are shared plus other ways to get involved and support the BBBSCNNJ mission. Learn more and register for a BBBS infoSession at support.mentornj.org/ campaigns/20559-bbbs-infosession. “Volunteer mentors provide consistent guidance and friendship that our youth need to achieve their greatest potential,” said William Salcedo, BBBSCNNJ Executive Director. “With as little as 4-6 hours a month, you can make a positive, lasting difference in a young person’s life by becoming a Big Brother or Big Sister.” For National Mentoring Month, BBBSCNNJ also invites the community to share their most pivotal mentorship moments, no matter how big or small, on all social media channels using the hashtag #BeBig. This tapestry of stories will serve as a testament to the significant impact and universality of mentorship moments. To learn more about becoming a mentor and bridging the gap between people and possibility by visiting mentornj.org.

OCC Foundation Receives $500K Donation From Citta Foundation

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TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County College Foundation is thrilled to announce a major gift from the Citta Foundation that pledges $500,000 over the next five years to the Foundation’s current Legacy Campaign. “On behalf of our Board Chair, David Paulus, we wish to thank Kristin Farfalla, president of the Citta Foundation, for their most generous commitment to our Legacy Campaign,” said Kenneth J. Malagiere, executive director of the OCC Foundation. “This inspirational gift is but the most recent testimony to the Citta family’s enduring commitment to the mission of our Foundation, the students of Ocean County, and Ocean County College.” The Citta Foundation, established in 1987 by Farfalla’s grandparents, Joseph and Regina Citta, is well known for decades of positive impact in Ocean County through its support of local charitable and educational organizations. The foundation’s generous contributions to Ocean County College have played a substantial role in the growth of the College and the

success of its students throughout the years. “In this season of thanks and giving, we once again express our sincere appreciation to Kristin and her entire family for their generosity, leadership and the positive impact they continue to make throughout our grateful community,” Malagiere added. The OCC Foundation is a private, nonprofit organization dedicated to the growth and development of Ocean County College through scholarships, endowments, and capital and special projects. Originally established to provide scholarships to students attending Ocean County College, the Foundation has expanded its outreach to partner with community leaders in business, industry, education and government to reach a common goal to provide quality, affordable education to our students and to prepare them to assume their roles in our society. For more information on the Ocean County College Foundation, call 732-255-0492 or visit go.ocean.edu/foundation.

Senior Services Offering Tax Prep Assistance Appointments

BRICK – Brick Senior Services is currently scheduling appointments for 2023 income tax preparation with the AARP. Appointments will be provided on Fridays

from February 2 through April 12 at the Brick Senior Center, 500 Aurora Place. To schedule an appointment, please call Senior Services at 732-920-8686.


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Here’s To Your Health Dr. Izzy’s Sound News Presented By: Isidore Kirsh, Ph.D., F.A.A.A. (N.J. Lic. #678)

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How Are Hearing And Cognition Related To Each Other? We HEAR with our ears and LISTEN with our brain. Our brain plays a significant role in our ability to hear. With untreated hearing loss, you have to work harder to make sense of what people are saying. This is called having a higher “cognitive load”. Having a higher “cognitive load” can affect your memory and how you process information. Be empowered to make changes! Lifestyle factors can impact cognitive impairment. Address these risk factors: • Hearing Loss • Vision Loss • Medication Side Effects • Vitamin B12 Deficiency • Diabetes • Cardiovascular Issues • Sleep Disorders

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JERSEY SHORE – Several local chambers – Brick, Greater Ocean, Jackson, Howell, Jersey Shore, Lakewood, Monmouth Regional, Princeton Mercer Regional, and the Eatontown Industrial Park Association – are sponsoring Tee-Off 2024, on January 24 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. presented by and held at Adventure Crossing Golf and Entertainment Complex, 515 Monmouth Road, Jackson. The cost is $45 per person at the door. The fee includes unlimited play; twodrink tickets for either draft beer, wine, or a nonalcoholic drink; and hot and cold

stationary hors d’oeuvres. Some entertainment events with unlimited play include Topgolf Swing Suite, Topracer Range, Enhanced Axe Throwing, and the Virtual Coaster and Flight Simulator. Contact your respective chamber to sign up for Event and Vendor Sponsorship packages. An Event Sponsorship is $500 and includes an 8-foot-high top bay table, three entry tickets, and a logo spotlighted on over 250 screens throughout the facility. The Vendor Sponsorship for $125 includes a 6-foot banquet table and one entry ticket.

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TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Vocational Technical School would like to invite you to their info session on February 1 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at their Toms River location, 1299 Old Freehold Road. Get information about seven state-of-the-art 10-month accelerated programs for the 202425 school year. Financial Aid is available. Building tours will be available immediately

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

5 Easy Ways To Detoxify Your Body And Improve Lymph Flow By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

So, engaging in exercise that makes you break a sweat is another fantastic way to support your body’s natural detoxification processes. Whether it’s dancing like no one’s watching, doing power yoga, or jogging, don’t be afraid to sweat. The sweat that occurs flushes out toxins through your skin. 4. Support your liver. Your liver is the unsung hero of detoxification. We only hear about the liver if it gets damaged from medication or overuse of alcohol. Supporting its function is crucial for a healthy body and healing from any disease. You can do that by reducing alcohol intake, toxins, environmental pollutants, and hepatotoxic substances. You can also take supplements that support liver health. 5. Breathe deeply. When was the last time you took a deep breath? Has it been a few minutes or a few days? For some of you, it might be a few years now! Stop what you’re doing and breathe in deeply. Take another ‘sip’ at the top and hold it. Count down from 10 and exhale. How does that feel? Can you do it again? It probably feels really great! With each exhalation, you are releasing a few toxins through your lungs. While we’ve covered several key aspects of detoxification, it’s important to listen to your body’s needs and consult with a healthcare professional before embarking on any detox program. If you’d like to read along version of this article and get a few more tips, visit my website suzycohen.com.

Over the past few years, we’ve all found it critical to take care of the body and improve immune function. I think about how critical detoxifying the body is for any kind of illness or symptom. In a world bustling with toxins lurking in the air we breathe, the food we consume, and the products we use, understanding how to cleanse our bodies naturally is critical to maintaining your health and vibrance. Here are 5 things you can do to keep your body running well: 1. Drink more! Hydration not only keeps you refreshed but also helps flush out toxins from your system. You can increase hydration with water by putting a shake of sea salt in it (because salt contains electrolytes), or just use a quality brand of electrolyte powder and stir it into the water. You can also put a splash of pomegranate juice in your water to add some antioxidants. Your kidneys filter the fluid in your body and send toxins to the toilet. 2. Eat better. Eating a diet that is free of refined foods and includes brightly colored fruits and vegetables is crucial for detoxification. Since I keep a pretty clean keto diet, I want to emphasize the importance of protein, whether that is fish, meat or some plant-based alternative. Protein is needed for muscles as well as a happy mood, the process of methylation, and strong bones. 3. Don’t be afraid to sweat! Your skin and your pores are one gateway to releasing stored toxins. Your kidneys are another.

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R.C. Shea & Assoc.

Inside The Law Identifying Nursing Home Abuse And Neglect

Michael J. Deem, Esq.

By: Michael J. Deem, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates Nursing Home Abuse can take many forms. It can be intentional, visible, obvious or it can be more subtle-abuse through neglect and general lack of care on the part of nursing home staff. Abuse can be physical, emotional, financial, or even sexual. Each of these takes a heavy toll on any person, but nursing home abuse and nursing home neglect can be especially hard on the elderly -- some of the most vulnerable members of our society. Whatever form nursing home abuse takes, it is urgent that you and your loved one open a dialogue about this extraordinarily sensitive topic. Communication is necessary to end the abuse and let the healing begin. The first step in opening a dialogue is identifying suspected abuse. There are many signs of nursing home abuse that you can look for. The first sign you may notice is a change in behavior. The emotional effects that often accompany abuse can manifest as sluggishness or depression, a lack of enthusiasm for things your loved one once enjoyed, or even a loss of interest in visits. The change in attitude can be significant and sudden, or it may be subtle and prolonged. The most important thing is to be observant and notice if the change is taking place on any level. Of course, it is also possible that signs of abuse will be far more apparent. Physical signs of nursing home abuse or nursing home neglect can take the form of bruises, sores, cuts, scars, or any similar injuries. These may be from

simple accidents, but if there is anything suspicious about the injury, the problem should be addressed immediately. Suspicious signs might include a reluctance to talk about how the injury occurred or claiming not to remember the cause. Even more obvious signs are bedsores which are a common signs of nursing home neglect. They are painful and, if infected, can be potentially lethal. Statistics show that nearly 50 percent of all nursing homes are short staffed. The staff people who do work in these facilities are underpaid, overworked, and all too often overburdened, which in turn leads to elder neglect and abuse. When abuse or neglect are identified or suspected it is important to notify the authorities and contact a Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer to discuss your legal rights. Document any such evidence you observe, and bring it to the attention of the local authorities and your attorney. Neglect can be just as harmful in the long run as abuse, leading to additional health problems and possibly death. Nursing home abuse isn’t limited to physical abuse; there can also be emotional, verbal, and psychological abuse, where an elder is demeaned or humiliated in other ways. If you think a loved one is the victim of Nursing Home Abuse or Neglect, call the trial attorney’s at R.C. Shea & Associates for a free consultation to discuss their rights.

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Annual Rabies Vaccination Clinic BRICK – Brick Township’s Annual Rabies Vaccination Clinic will be held on January 20 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Drum Point Sports Complex. There are a limited number of vaccines available; registration is required for the clinic. Please have your pet on a leash and accompanied by an adult. Staff will be accepting checks made payable to “Township of Brick” at the clinic for licensing. Licenses and tags will be mailed in the week after

the clinic. If you are planning on receiving a 3-year rabies vaccination certificate at this clinic, you must show proof of previous rabies vaccination prior to the clinic. Please attach proof of previous vaccination to your online registration. Note: Pet must be at least 16 weeks old to receive a rabies vaccine at this clinic. Register at: townshipofbrick.seamlessdocs. com/f/2024RabiesClinicRegistration.

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Radiothon Raises $72,231 For JBJ Soul Kitchen

Photo courtesy Press Communications FREEHOLD – WWZY 107.1 The Boss hosted its 6th Annual Mistletoe Rock Radiothon to benefit JBJ Soul Kitchen, a non-profit community restaurant, run by the Jon Bon Jovi Soul Foundation. The fundraiser was presented by Ashley, America’s number one furniture and mattress store, and powered by Hutchins HVAC. It took place on Friday December 8th, 2023, at Freehold Raceway Mall and JBJ Soul Kitchen locations in Red Bank and Toms River and raised $72,231 for the foundation this year. JBJ Soul Kitchen seeks to provide locally sourced, 3-course meals to both paying and inneed customers in a warm and welcoming restaurant setting. Since opening, the organization has strived to address food insecurity by serving over 170,000 meals with their unique “pay-it-forward”

model, where visitors may make a suggested donation for their meal and opt to provide an additional donation to help provide meals for those who are unable to donate. All visitors are welcome despite their ability to donate. 107.1 The Boss’s “Robby and Rochelle in the Morning” kicked off the radiothon at 6am LIVE from Freehold Raceway Mall and were followed by Michele Amabile, Van Dusen, and various 107.1 The Boss on air personalities who broadcasted live from the mall and JBJ Soul Kitchen’s Red Bank and Toms River locations throughout the day. Interviews were conducted with New Jersey’s very own Jon Bon Jovi, celebrity chef Guy Fieri, volunteers, and patrons of JBJ Soul Kitchen, all who shared their touching stories and mission of JBJ Soul Kitchen in their communities, and more. “What an incredible day supporting the work the JBJ Soul Kitchens do every day to help those in need across New Jersey,” said Robby Bridges, VP of Programming and co-host of Robby and Rochelle in the Morning. “Thank you to Jon, Lou, Heather, Casey, and the whole team for being incredible partners and to listeners and sponsors of The Boss for their amazing donations! I’m so proud of our Boss Jocks for making it all happen.” Generous 107.1 The Boss listeners donated in

person at all three broadcast locations, via the AJ Perri Phone Bank, and through the New Jersey Natural Gas Online Donation Center. Monthly reoccurring donors were dubbed “Partner in Soul” and received a commemorative t-shirt as a gift for their ongoing support of the organization, made possible by Builders General Supply Company. Donors and auction bidders vied for a Jon Bon Jovi autographed guitar, Guy Fieri autographed collectible gift basket, the Bon Jovi 40th Anniversary Collector’s edition of Monopoly autographed by Jon Bon Jovi, Lunch with Dolores Catania of the Real Housewives of New Jersey, a five-night stay at a vacation home in the Reunion Resort in Kissimmee, Florida, autographed Jack Hughes New Jersey Devils Jersey, Two Night Stay at The Hotel Edison in New York City, Jon Bon Jovi autographed headshot, the Royal Blue Gown worn by Teresa Guidice of the Real Housewives of New Jersey with autographed photo, and more. In the final hour of the Radiothon, Kohl’s Cares presented a grant to the Jon Bon Jovi Soul Foundation. This was made through the company’s National Giveback Initiative, where Kohl’s donates grants to selected nonprofits nationwide, demonstrating the organization’s ongoing commitment to health and wellness for families. This generous $25,000 grant will

be instrumental in supporting JBJ Soul Kitchen locations in Red Bank and Toms River, New Jersey, as they continue their mission to address the issues of food insecurity in their communities. The fundraising efforts culminated on December 13, at the Mistletoe Rock After-Party, hosted by Bar Anticipation in Lake Como. The party was headlined by Super Trans Am, the super seventy’s concert experience, on the Seaview Orthopedics Stage. On-site donations were also collected for JBJ Soul Kitchen. The evening ended with a “big check” presentation by 107.1 The Boss on-air personalities to the Jon Bon Jovi Soul Foundation and JBJ Soul Kitchen, featuring the total amount raised by the campaign. The 6th Annual Mistletoe Rock Radiothon was also made possible by Irwin Lincoln & Irwin Mazda, NJR Home Services, Shore Cake Supply, Brookdale Community College, Chocolate Carousel, and Gellman Images. Since its inception, the 107.1 The Boss Mistletoe Rock Radiothon has raised over $169,000 for local charitable organizations at the Jersey Shore. For more information about the Mistletoe Rock Radiothon, its partners, or how to still donate, please email info@PressCommRadio.com.

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One Of The Longest Migrations Of Any Known Mammal By Renee A. Thomaier Retired New Jersey Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator The freezing Alaskan waters would force food supplies of larger marine mammals to move to warmer waters. One of those mammals would travel as much as 14,000 miles a year. Around October, gray whales leave the eastern pacific waters of Alaska to embark on their migration, leaving their feeding grounds to arrive at their mating grounds – the Baja peninsula of Mexico and the southern Gulf of California. The migration takes about two to three months to complete. Pregnant females usually arrive first, in order to secure protection for the young they were about to give birth to. Predators such as sharks and killer whales would threaten the defenseless young. Mother whales can only do so much to protect them against the threats. Whales fortunate to be migrating in pods (groups) will likely be better able to defend themselves and any young. A mother migrating with her baby hasn’t eaten in nearly 6 months while nursing her calf all that time. She is hungry and exhausted by the time she arrives to her feeding destination. Those females who were not pregnant arrive early eagerly seeking a partner. In March, females that have mated would likely begin their migration back to their feeding grounds in the eastern pacific. Pregnant mothers and females that have just given birth would begin the journey home to the eastern pacific around April/May. Whales that do not migrate from their feeding

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OMARR’S ASTROLOGICAL FOR THE WEEK OF JAN 20- JAN 26 BY JERALDINE SAUNDERS FORECAST ARIES (March 21-April 19): Competition can be beneficial because you can learn from being forced to do your best to win. Challenges can point out things about yourself which could benefit from improvement. The carrot is tastier than the stick. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Keep on dreaming. Changes can become a reality if you allow your creative instincts free rein and give it all you’ve got. Learn new skills or dive into fascinating subjects that could realign your life in important ways. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Most people like extra money but consider asking yourself if you’ve become too focused on the material. You may enjoy a social group but not everyone who calls themselves your friend may your best interests at heart. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Is it quality control or is it criticism? In a job setting, it’s likely QC. Learn what is needed from you and strive to be your best. No need to take anything personally, just learn what you can then let it go. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Playing emotional dodgeball isn’t much fun; emotional reactions from family members could leave you perplexed. Deal with what’s on you, otherwise stay in your lane and Avoid the drama by doing something on your bucket list. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Save financial decisions until there’s less temptation to follow the crowd. If you allow a discussion to collapse into a chaotic free-for-all, the positive and constructive tone you want to encourage could be lost.

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