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By Bob Vosseller MANCHESTER Members of the Township School District are mourning the loss of another beloved staff member who passed away recently. “It is with great sadness that the Photo courtesy Manchester TownManchester Schools ship School DisThe Manchester Twp. School trict comes togethDistrict and members of the er to mourn the loss community are mourning of staff member Pat Ford. Ms. Ford was the loss of Pat Ford. new to Whiting School but not to the Whiting community or the Manchester Township School District family,” the district said in a statement. “She was a long-time resident of Whiting with deep roots in this area through her residency and years of work with local preschool children. She was proud of the work she did with Manchester’s
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Photo courtesy NJ National Guard - Mark C. Olsen The new armory will house operations for the 44th Infantry Brigade Combat Team. By Bob Vosseller MANCHESTER – The ribbon was cut for the Lakehurst Readiness Center (armory) during a recent ceremony at the new facility. The nearly $16 mil-
lion, 40,762-squarefoot ar mor y will provide the soldiers of Bravo Company, 250th Brigade Support Battalion, 44th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, New Jersey
Army National Guard with a modern, stateof-the-art facility with classroom t raining, administration, maintenance operations, and equipment storage. “I am grateful for
the support of the federal legislat ure and Governor (Phil) Murphy in prioritizing the funding for this project, and for the many teams that have guided (Armory - See Page 7)
$78M Courtroom Annex Project Awarded By Bob Vosseller OCEAN COUNTY – Members of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners took another step toward building a new annex to the Ocean County Justice Complex on Hooper Avenue in Toms River. During the Board’s last meeting the panel awarded a contract to the lowest qualified bidder, Ernest Bock & Sons in the amount of $78 million. Work
on the project could begin in the spring and completion is estimated for 2026. Five bids were received by Ocean County for the project with the highest bidder totaling $97,857,000. Ocean County Commissioner John P. Kelly said, “our overall goal is to create a building that will function properly. We are building what we need. We are not building too much.” (Project - See Page 5)
Rendering courtesy Ocean County An artist rendering shows the northeast corner of the new justice complex annex on Hooper Avenue in Toms River Township.
By Bob Vosseller MANCHESTER – Snow days, the school district budget preparation, and state testing were just some of the subjects on the mind of interim Superintendent Diane Pedroza who recently spoke with The Manchester Times about the new year for the school district. “One good day would be great,” she said concerning students and even staff enjoying a snow day off, some-
thing that was experienced last week during a snow storm that area residents hadn’t experienced in at least two to three years. “We want them to build, have fun and be outside, there is nothing like missing a day of school,” she said with a laugh. She noted that her transition to this position “has been going rather well.” Pedroza added, “the challenge is that I am currently doing both (Future - See Page 4)
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jobs. The job of director of curriculum and doing the job of interim superintendent. That being said I have the support of my administrative team. The staff has been tremendous and the community very helpful.” “In curriculum right now, we have two things going on: New Jersey Quality Single Accountability Continuum (NJQSAC) is the Department of Education’s monitoring and district self-evaluation system for public school districts, which is our auditing of all of our programs, basically a self-reflection,” she added. “What we actually work on is not only curriculum but test scores and a section that talks about hiring practices. It is a very big undertaking but I have a very large committee and I work with them,” she said. “We are also focusing on implementing new standards. In September of 2024 we will have to implement the new English arts standards and the math standards and there are some major revisions there,” Pedroza said. Pedroza added, “I’ve worked in the district and in education for 24 years and it allows me to bring in a truly extensive professional experience along with having strong roots here. I am deeply dedicated to the community and to the schools. Manchester pride is woven in to who I am and everything that I do so it has been a bit of a balancing act but thank goodness I have a great team and it has been going fairly well.” Regarding planning for this year’s budget,
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Continued From Page 1 youngest learners and the ability to have been finishing out her career at Whiting School,” they said. The statement also asked community members to, “keep her family, friends, students, and colleagues in your thoughts and prayers as they navigate through this
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she noted, “I don’t think people realize how soon it begins. We have already started preparing our budget. We started in the fall. Around that time, we are looking at the next school year,” Pedroza said. “We will continue to work through the year and typically it is finalized in the spring,” she said. The usual process is that the governor releases information about such things as state aid in March. The district then has to get their budget approved by the county superintendent in May. She added, “we’ve been keeping very much in line with that. It was due before winter recess with our business administrator. We will have meetings about it and we will present it sometime in the spring to the public.” She noted that many school districts have been struggling with state aid funding cuts, “some moreso than we are but there is always rising costs. We are extremely innovative and we are always looking for ways to get funding from grants that will offset some of the things we have going on here.” “As far as our focus and our priorities we are always looking at every way that programming can remain untouched. That is a priority for us. The priority is always what is best for our students but we are struggling like everybody else with rising costs.” She said, “our title II money has pretty much stayed the same, our title I money went down a little bit but where we had an increase was our title III money that supports our multi-language learners and so that has been very helpful for us.”
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Continued From Page 1 The annex will be four stories and 125,000 square feet. It includes a single secure entrance and screening location and separated circulation for the public, judges and prisoners. “This gives us the opportunity to solve one of our biggest problems and that is the movement of people in this facility,” Kelly added. “The new design gives us one single controlled location to move the public in and out of the building. This enhances security and safety for everyone using the facility.” The public will access the building by using the overhead walkway across Hooper Avenue that is attached to the Ocean County Parking Garage. The walkway will be undergoing extensive renovations as part of the work. The new building is designed to consolidate criminal courtrooms and probation while providing space for more efficient administration and court services. The project includes eight new courtrooms - two of them larger than the others - and is expected to serve the needs of the county through 2035. Kelly noted the county’s growth in population stating, “Ocean County government provides services and programs to meet that growth. This justice complex annex will help us meet the growth in our judicial system.” The new building also allows for consolidation of court facilities into fewer buildings ultimately providing a reduction in building leases. “We have had family courts, probation
The Manchester Times, January 27, 2024, Page 5 services, and even a criminal court scattered among buildings in downtown Toms River. This is all resulting in extra cost to the county for rent and security,” Kelly added. “The consolidation is another example of how we will improve security and reduce expenses.” Deputy Director of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners Gary Quinn extended his appreciation to Commissioner Kelly for shepherding the project to fruition. “This is a very complex project to put together because it addresses many areas of the judicial system which is overseen by the state. Commissioner Kelly worked diligently to get us to this point.” New Ocean County Commissioner Frank Sadeghi abstained from voting on the contract noting he had only joined the board on January 3 and continues to review the project while the other Commissioners have been working on it for a number of years. The Board of Commissioners approved a $92 million funding ordinance in August 2023 for the project. The project architect is Clarke, Caton, Hintz of Trenton. The plans needed to be approved by the Office of the State Comptroller prior to the project being able to move forward with seeking bids. “This project has been discussed and planned for quite some time. It will be a welcome upgrade to our court system. I commend Commissioner Kelly and the professional staff for taking their time in planning the annex and paying close attention to the details that will help us provide a much needed and improved facility,” Director of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners Barbara Jo Crea said.
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Continued From Page 1 this project from concept to reality in the last five years,” Brigadier General Lisa J. Hou said. Hou who serves as the Adjutant General of New Jersey and Commissioner of Military and Veterans Affairs added, “this facility gives our soldiers a phenomenal foundation for the training that will prepare them for future calls of our state and nation.” Brigadier General Hou explained, “this means that the core maintenance unit of our combat brigade has a place to perform its mission. That’s 40,000 square feet of turning wrenches. That’s 40,000 square feet of maintenance activities for the Brigade’s combat vehicles and for our E-4s, that’s 40,000 square feet of preparation for the [noncommissioned officer] corps.” “Finally, an armory is so much more than just a building. It is a place for our units to own as their home station, conduct training, and build camaraderie. It is a place for our soldiers to bring their loved ones on Family Day,” she noted. “The completion of this new building also symbolizes the many successful partnerships that go into a project of this scale. The opening of the Lakehurst Readiness Center demonst rates ou r mutual commitment to the priorities of people, readiness, and modernization,” she added. Congressman Chris Smith (R-4 th) was
The Manchester Times, January 27, 2024, Page 7 present for the ceremony. He stated, “even as we mark the opening of this facility, 2,000 of our fellow citizens from the 44th Infantry Brigade Combat Team plan for their deployment in support of Operation Inherent Resolve.” “These New Jersey ‘citizen-soldiers’ will be deploying to the Middle East in what will be the largest deployment of New Jersey National Guard personnel since 2008,” he added. Smith serves as senior member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee. “Now - more than ever - the United States must enhance and invest in the capabilities that provide deterrence and military power projection across the globe to mitigate threats posed by malign actors. The price of peace is eternal vigilance, and that is exactly what you are doing here,” Smith told the Bravo Company command team. Smith commented, “moder n infrastructure like this new, 40,000-squarefoot Readiness Center, and the sprawling two-bay KC-46 hanger opened a few months ago, are tangible evidence of the vital and ever-expanding role the Joint Base plays in defending freedom and ensuring the security of the United States.” The project, that is federally funded through the military construction program will achieve the U.S. Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Silver Cer tif ication, a globally recognized symbol of sustainability achievement.
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Manchester Township 2025 Reassessment From The Desk Of
The Mayor By Manchester Mayor
Robert Arace
Over the past week, I’ve heard from some residents who have expressed their concerns regarding the Township’s current property revaluation. As a homeowner myself, I understand these concerns and take them very seriously. I wanted to take a moment to address the reassessment process, why it is legally necessary, and highlight what your rights are as property owners. I want to make clear that, as Mayor, I am forbidden by law, along with the Township Council, to be involved in any portion of this reassessment process. This reassessment is not a means of bringing increased revenue to the township. Rather, it is a legal requirement from the state that by law must be completed. The purpose of the reassessment is to determine the “fair market value” as of October 1, 2024, of each property within Manchester Township. The last municipal reassessment was completed in 2020, and, according to New Jersey Division of
Taxation records, the average Township property is assessed at only 64.93 percent of its market value. Revaluation is a legally mandated process that the Township must complete in order to keep the ratio of assessed value to average sale price as close to one hundred as possible. A letter from the Township’s Tax Assessor, Martin Lynch, was mailed to property owners on January 2, 2024, outlining the process. A common concern is the prospect of increased property taxes. I want to stress that a revaluation does not necessarily mean that your property taxes will increase. Assessments are made based on several factors, and your taxes may go down, stay the same, or increase accordingly. Further, the tax rate is anticipated to decrease in 2025 to compensate for the increase in the overall assessed values of the township. Our residents can rest assured that, should you believe your property has been reassessed inaccurately, there is an appeals process. If you are dissatisfied with the proposed assessment, you are encouraged to bring your case to the Tax Assessor to adjust accordingly. If after working with the Tax Assessor you do
not agree with the reassessment, it is your right to make a tax appeal with the Ocean County Board of Taxation. I, as well as the Township’s Office of the Tax Assessor, understand that the process, including allowing the assessor into your home, is an inconvenience. The staff completing the reassessments are professionals who will treat you and your property with the utmost respect. For your protection, they will present a letter of identification and photo ID while asking permission to enter your property for inspection. It is important that our property owners are aware that, as per New Jersey state law, if an assessor is denied access to your home, you may lose your right to appeal. Our residents are invited to visit the 2025 Reassessment Information page on the Township website, manchestertwp.com, where a list of commonly asked questions is posted. If you’d like to discuss the matter further or have specific questions, I invite you to contact the Tax Assessor’s Office at 732-657-8121. Additionally, several informational meetings will be held in the coming weeks. Confirmed dates are Wednesday, January 31, at 6:30 p.m. in the Municipal Complex Courtroom, and Thursday, February 1, at 6:30 p.m. at Whiting Firehouse. Additional meetings will be held at all age-restricted
communities, with details announced as dates and locations are confirmed. Again, I understand your concerns and invite anyone with questions to reach out to the Tax Assessor’s Office or to attend an upcoming informational Meeting. I thank you for your patience, understanding and cooperation during this process. Meeting Schedule MCC-Manchester Coordinating Council - January 22, 1:30 p.m. River Pointe HOA - January 29, 7 p.m. Leisure Village West Association - February 7, 1 p.m. Whiting Station at Crestwood Clubhouse - February 9, 2 p.m. Crestwood Village Five Clubhouse - February 12, 7 p.m. Leisure Knoll Clubhouse - February 14, 10 a.m. Crestwood Village Seven Clubhouse February 22,10 a.m. Crestwood Village Six Clubhouse - April 10, 7 p.m. Renaissance Homeowners Assn. - May 8, 6 p.m. Country Walk of Lake Ridge Clubhouse TBD Meadows of Lake Ridge Clubhouse TBD Reserve/Lennar of Lake Ridge TBD Lennar at Venue at Woodlands TBD
Students Must Complete Financial Aid Applications To Graduate From The Desk Of The
Governor Phil Murphy TRENTON – Governor Phil Murphy signed A1181/S2054 to make the completion of a financial aid application form a prerequisite to graduation for public high school and charter school students in New Jersey. Beginning with the 2023-2024 11th grade class, and for two school years thereafter, students and their guardians will be required to complete and submit either the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the NJ Alternative Financial Aid Application, as guided by the Higher Education Student Assistance Authority (HESAA), in order to receive their high school diploma. The information on a student’s financial aid application is used to notify them of any financial aid they are eligible to receive if they pursue a postsecondary education. The Executive Director of HESAA, in consultation with the Commissioner of Education, will be responsible for provid-
ing school districts, charter schools, parents, and students with instructions on how to complete the financial aid applications. This may include webinars, presentations, guidance documents, and a list of available state and federal resources. School districts will annually notify students and their parents or guardians of this requirement. Students and their families may submit a waiver requesting an exemption from this requirement. “There are many state and federal resources available to graduating high school students to help make a college education more affordable,” said Gover nor Mu r phy. “Without f illing out important applications, students could unknowingly be leaving money on the table that could have enabled them to pursue higher education. Ensuring high school students understand their options is paramount to our goal of making a college degree more attainable for New Jersey residents.” “The student financial aid crisis is growing by the minute and students applying to colleges need all the assistance they can get,” said Senator Robert Singer. “When
students receive more money through grants and scholarships, it helps them avoid taking on excessive loans that can take decades to repay. This requirement will help make applying to college less strenuous and ensure that students are more knowledgeable about the financial aid that is available to them.” “Under Governor Murphy’s leadership, our state has taken significant steps to make postsecondary education more affordable for New Jersey students,” said HESAA Executive Director David J. Socolow. “HESAA is dedicated to helping students access valuable state, federal, and institutional grants and scholarships. Only by completing a financial aid application can students and their families understand the true net costs of options to further their education and achieve upward social and economic mobility. As New Jersey joins the growing list of states that require high school seniors to apply for financial aid before graduation, our students will be better able to make well-informed decisions.” “The introduction of legislation mandating the completion and submission of a financial aid application is a commendable move towards fostering equal opportunities in education,” said Dr. Angelica Al-
len-McMillan, Acting Commissioner of Education. “Recognizing the pivotal role financial aid plays in unlocking the doors to higher education for students, this requirement ensures a streamlined process through the Higher Education Student Assistance Authority. This legislation continues to reinforce our commitment to providing comprehensive support for students and their families. I believe this legislation will contribute significantly to bridging the gap in access to higher education and empowering students on their academic journeys.” HESAA currently assists many students and families in completing the application process and will be expanding the support available to families and school communities upon implementation of this new requirement. High schools are encouraged to enter into a data-sharing agreement with HESAA to receive infor mation about the completion status of each 12th grade student’s financial aid application to more effectively provide individualized reminders and support to those that have not yet filled it out. For more information about the upcoming FAFSA and NJ Alternative Financial Aid Application for NJ Dreamers, visit: https://www.hesaa.org/ Pages/financialaidhub.aspx.
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BP, Equinor Pull Out Of Wind Project Off Monmouth County Coastline From The Desk Of
Congressman
Chris Smith WASHINGTON, D.C. - Rep. Chris Smith (R-4th) welcomed news that BP and Equinor have cancelled their contract for the “Empire Wind 2” offshore wind project located off the Monmouth County coastline: “Just two months after Orsted pulled out of its huge taxpayer-subsidized deal approved by Governor Murphy, BP and Equinor have followed suit by terminating their contract for an offshore wind project off the Monmouth County coastline citing ‘changed economic circumstances on an industry-wide scale.’ “The promise of benefits and jobs was always over-hyped and predicated on the backs of ratepayers. Now that taxpayers and boardrooms are getting an honest look, the projects simply don’t measure up to the hype. “According to an Equinor press release, ‘the decision recognizes commercial conditions driven by inflation, interest rates and supply chain disruptions that prevented
Empire Wind 2’s existing OREC agreement from being viable.’ “Despite the clear indication that these projects are economically unsustainable and pose serious dangers to our marine environment and national security, President Biden and Governor Murphy have rejected calls for objective studies, doubled down and insisted that these projects must continue no matter the huge taxpayer subsidies they require and the credible predictions of big increases to ratepayers. “It’s long past time for Biden and Murphy to stop recklessly pushing these unsound and improperly vetted projects and trying to prop them up by irresponsibly throwing billions of US taxpayer dollars at these foreign corporations. “While this terminated contract marks another victory for concerned residents, commercial and recreational fishermen, and the environmentalists who have been working with me to expose the dangers inherent in the massive ocean industrialization of the Jersey Shore, we must continue to fight against Biden and Murphy’s extreme policies and put an end to ocean wind development off our beautiful shore. Enough is enough.”
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MANCHESTER – Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore - Shore Pines Region Manchester, Whiting, Lakehurst Community present Girls Night Out Ice Cream Party on May 9 from 6 to 8 p.m. (doors will open at 5:45 p.m.) at Manchester High School – Cafeteria, 101 Hawks Way, Manchester. Cost is $15 per person attending. The event is open to all girls preschool through 5th grade in Manchester Township, Whiting and Lakehurst. Girls may bring their mom, grandma, aunt or big sister (must be at least 18 years old). Includes: Create your own ice cream sundae bar, DJ dance fun, photo booth picture,
craft and a fun patch (for Girl Scouts registered by May 1). Troop 176 is collecting non-perishable food donations for the House of Hope Food Pantry. All girls that donate will receive a thank you gift. Maximum capacity 250. Must register in advance. Emails and registrations at the door will not be accepted. Send form and check to: Debby Pease, 305 Manapaqua Avenue, Lakehurst, NJ 08733. Please make check payable to GSJS Troop 176. Questions? Send an email to Debby Pease DebbyPease@aol.com. This event is a money earner for Troop 50176 trip.
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 Flea Market
WHITING – Come and join at Crestwood Village 4 Flea Market on February 3. They have a Flea Market the first Saturday of every month. Crestwood Village 4 is located as 15E Moccasin Dr in Whiting. There are over 50 vendors with great bargains. Ladies at the stage area have a
wonderful selection of goods all donated by village residents. The kitchen will be serving tasty breakfast treats, and later on lunch will be available. Stop by and visit Jerry with his pull tabs, it might be your lucky day. If you are interested in renting a table, contact carolmarsella2@gmail.com.
Spaghetti & Meatball Dinner
WHITING – Christ Lutheran Church, located at 40 Schoolhouse Road in Whiting, presents Spaghetti & Meatball Dinner on February 3
from 4 to 9 p.m. Tickets are $7.50 each. Credit cards accepted. Call 732-350-0900 for reservations. At our church you are family.
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Crestwood Village Six Movie Night WHITING – On February 9, “My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3” will be shown. The movie was written and directed by Nia Vardalos, who also stars in it. It is a brand new stand-alone adventure in the continuing family saga. Join the Portokalos family as they travel to Greece for a heart-warming and hilarious trip full of love, twists and turns. Also starring John Corbett, Joey Fatone, Laine Kazan and many others. The movie is rated PG-13 and runs 1 hour and 31 minutes. Movie and Extra Bonus Features shown immediately after it are both shown closed-captioned for the hearing impaired.
Doors open at 5 p.m. and the movie starts at 6 p.m. Come early to sit, chat and enjoy light refreshments that will be served until 5:45 p.m. The movie will be shown at Deerfield Hall, 6 Congasia Road, Whiting/Manchester off of Route 530. Feel free to bring your own chair or cushion, if the provided chairs do not suit you, however, please do not block others’ views. All are welcome for the cost of $3 which includes some light refreshments. Feel free to bring your own snacks. Non-residents of Crestwood Village Six are always welcome. Any questions call Arlene at 732-408-5147.
Crestwood Village 3 Superbowl Party
WHITING – Crestwood Village 3 is holding a Superbowl Party on February 11 at Unity Hall, 250 Schoolhouse Road. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Cost is $10 per person. Includes subs, soda chips, coffee, tea, and cake. BYOB and food if you desire.
Tickets available Mondays from 9 to 11 a.m. Last day to purchase tickets is February 5. No refunds unless canceled. 50/50 tickets will be sold. For more information, call 1-848-2271118 or email cwv3residentclubevents@ gmail.com.
Lock Box Program
MANCHESTER – Manchester Senior Services will be providing combination-key lock boxes to Manchester Residents, 60 years of age and older, free of charge. This program is intended to provide vulnerable seniors with a way of letting emergency responders enter their home, in an emergency, without causing damage to their doors or windows. They strongly encourage that once a com-
bination is set and a key has been placed inside, it be shared with the Manchester Township Police Department by calling 732-657-6111. Residents are responsible for setting up their own combination cods and maintaining the lock box. If you are interested in the program, contact Manchester Senior Services at 732849-8305. Please note, only one lock box per household, limited quantities per area.
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Equestrian Clinic Hosted By Chariot Riders Inc.
MANCHESTER – Prepare for the 2024 IEA show season with an R rated judge! Chariot Riders Inc is proud to host this equestrian clinic rain or shine on February 18 at their facility equipped with an indoor arena in Manchester. Enter to draw your horse, or bring your
own. Adult riders welcome. Cost is $90 per person if paid before February 5; $110 per person post entry. Visit their website and fill out the form after you purchase your ticket to the event: chariotriders.org.
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-
tional Softball. Games are played Monday and Wednesday mornings, May through August. For additional information, contact Fred Bohinski at 848-261-1884.
Somebody Cares, Inc. Live Music Fundraiser
WHITING – All are welcome to an easy listening afternoon. Somebody Cares, Inc. Live Music Fundraiser featuring Elaine Orzechowski, singer/guitarist/keyboardist, on April 27 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Crestwood
Village II Harmony Hall. Suggested donation is $12. Donation receipts are available at Cares offices Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., 48 Schoolhouse Road, Whiting. No donations will be accepted at the door.
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WHITING – On January 16, Whiting Fire Company Sta. 33 received 11 mobile and 19 new portable radios as part of an ongoing township communication system upgrade. This upgrade was much needed to improve communication abilities within our township as well as when working with agencies outside of our township when providing/ receiving mutual aid. Thank you to Mayor Rob Arace for working over the past year to acquire this equipment for the department. They look forward to the planned upgrades to improve the safety of their members, mutual aid partners, and residents alike. Photo courtesy Whiting Fire Company Sta. 33
Crestwood Village 3 Travel Club News
WHITING – It’s time to get your tickets for upcoming trips for next year. It is important to get your tickets as early as possible so the trip doesn’t have to be cancelled because there weren’t enough tickets sold to run the trip. March 26, 2024 – Trip to Resorts Casino in Atlantic City. Price $35. Trip includes round-trip transportation and a $20 casino bonus. They will gather at Unity Hall at 8:45 a.m. and return at 5:45 p.m. Casino bonuses are subject to change without notice. Valid government issued ID required to receive Casino Bonus. April 30, 2024 – Lunch at Shady Maple in Lancaster, PA. Price $90. Trip includes lunch at Shady Maple with ample time to shop or browse before lunch, then travel through Lancaster, PA and make three other stops for delicious snacks, shopping or just exploring. Gather at Unity Hall at 7:45 a.m. and return about
7:15 p.m. In the past, this trip has sold out and people were disappointed. So don’t wait, get your tickets early. September 17, 2024 – Lunch at Shady Maple and DANIEL Show at Sight & Sound Theatre in Lancaster, PA: Price $185. This promises to be another great show so be sure to reserve your ticket early so you won’t be disappointed. They have Orchestra Side seats reserved for this show. They are collecting a $60 deposit now to reserve your seat, another $60 payment will be due by April 15, 2024 and the balance of $65 will be due by July 15, 2024. Gather at Unity Hall at 8:30 a.m. and return at 8:30 p.m. Deposits will only be refunded if trip is cancelled. Tickets for trips will be on sale on Monday mornings at Unity Hall, 250 Schoolhouse Road, from 9 to 11 a.m. For reservations or information, call Rose Kantenwein at 732-408-5441. Make all checks payable to CV3 Travel Club.
MTES Touch-A-Truck, Food Truck & Vendor Fair
MANCHESTER – Mark your calendar for the MTES Touch-A-Truck event on April 13 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Manchester Township Elementary School, 101 North Colonial Drive. Interested vendors, food trucks and
trucks/equipment providers should contact 732-323-9600 ASAP to reserve your space today! Thank you in advance for your support of this fun Manchester Township Elementary School community event!
Meet And Greet With Bill Spadea
MANCHESTER – At the Manchester GOP January 30 meeting, Radio Host and Elect Common Sense chairman Bill Spadea will be the guest speaker. The meeting will be at a new location, The
Barn in Whiting at 1330 Route 70, just west of the 530/539 intersection. Bring your neighbors, friends, and family. Meeting begins at 7 p.m. RSVP via text or call (Text preferred) to 732-261-2569 or 732-904-6260.
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It Was A Fun MTMS Family Stem Night
Photo courtesy Manchester Schools MANCHESTER – Thank you to The MTMS Engineering Club led by Ms. Simister, The Civil Air Patrol, and Stem@OCC for a GREAT Family STEM Night. Be sure to mark your calendar for the last Family STEM Night of the 2023-24 School Year on May 2.
Light Up The Night Daddy Daughter Glow Dance
MANCHESTER – Light up the Night with the Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore Daddy Daughter Glow Dance on February 8 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Manchester High School Cafeteria, 101 Hawks Way. Doors open at 5:45 p.m. Cost is $20 per person attending and includes pasta dinner with salad, bread, and dessert, DJ, dancing, photo booth, glow sticks, and a fun patch (for Girl Scouts registered by February 1). Dance is open to all girls preschool through 5th grade in Manchester, Whiting, and Lakehurst. Girls may bring their dad,
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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Fat Tuesday Pancake Breakfast
W HITI NG – Join on Febr uar y 13 for a Pancake Breakfast! Along with pancakes, they will be serving breakfast sausage, hot cross buns, fruit cup, coffee, tea and juice. Breakfast will be served from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. Free-
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Photo courtesy Manchester Schools MANCHESTER – The largest group of Manchester Township High School Junior Achievement volunteers to date headed to Manchester Township Elementary School (MTES) last week for their next stop of the 2023-24 JA Program! Known as JA Day, the Junior Achievement Student Program led by MTHS teacher Heather Staples empowers high school students to make a difference in their communities as leaders while serving as role models to children within their school district. Manchester’s JA High School Heroes visited Manchester Township Elementary School this morning to teach age-appropriate financial literacy and entrepreneurship lessons to students in kindergarten through fifth grade. The high school volunteers, under the direction of MTHS JA Advisor and Teacher Heather Staples, could be found throughout the school leading MTES students in their classrooms where they were welcomed warmly as they taught interactive
activities, games, worksheets, and more. Students were so engaged as they made paper airplanes and played age-appropriate games with their JA Teachers while learning the lessons of the day. They laughed, listened, and learned together all from MTHS students, some of whom once sat in those same seats at MTES not so long ago! Celeste Hardrick of Junior Achievement explains that JA High School Heroes helps students build their leadership and career skills and supports New Jersey schools and educators. The JA High School Heroes program opens other opportunities for high school students to be invited to serve as student ambassadors for JA special events, such as the NJ Business Hall of Fame, and are eligible for the annual High School Hero Scholar Award. Be on the lookout as the school year goes on for Manchester’s JA High School Heroes as they visit each of the district’s elementary schools for their JA Day soon!
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WHITING – 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.
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Lakehurst Fire Department Seek Members
LAKEHURST – The Lakehurst Fire Department is looking for members! If you have any interest in becoming part of the fire service stop in and check them out. They have a position for everybody… • Want to go to Fire school and become a certified fire fighter? • Want to become fire police and assist at the scene? • Want to just hang out at the fire house and
help with administration details? • Want to help with fund raising and event planning? Feel free to stop in any Tuesday night from 6 to 8 p.m., give them a call at 732-657-1106, or message them privately on Facebook. They will be happy to help you find the right position or job. Must be 18 years old and have a clean background to get approved by the borough.
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WHITING – Travel Bocce presents the following trips in 2024: Cape Cod and Martha’s Vineyard: five days and four nights, June 10 through 14. Cost is $745 for double; $880 for single. Pigeon Forge & Smokey Mountains: six days and five nights, April 15 through 20. Cost is $869 for double; $1,058 for single. Mount Rushmore, The Badlands, Black Hills Of South Dakota & Yellowstone National Park: 14 days and 13 nights, August
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Around the JerSey Shore Popcorn Park Roars With Pride As New Lion Arrives By Stephanie Faughnan FORKED RIVER - Popcorn Park Animal Refuge has added another purr-fect resident to its pride, who’s already stealing hearts. Kanu, a majestic African lion, arrived just before Christmas and just in time for his tenth birthday on January 19. This “mane” attraction brings a fresh roar to Popcorn Park’s already impressive big cat family, which includes three other African
lions. Born in 2014, Kanu’s journey led him from a loving animal care facility in Pennsylvania to his new forever home at the Refuge. Though life threw him a curveball when he lost his mate, Kanu’s spirit remains undaunted. Kanu has quickly adapted to his new home, exploring his surroundings and showing a keen interest in his fellow lions, especially his neighbor, Simba. His gentle demeanor has already instantly resulted in human connections as well. In the realm of animal communication, where dog whisperers are widely known, John Bergmann, the Director of Popcorn Park, seems to have earned an even more esteemed title - big game whisperer. As Bergmann approached the fence by Kanu’s den for introductions, he called out to the regal creature in a manner one might summon a domesticated cat in their home. “Kanu, hey my buddy, come here,” Photo by Stephanie Faughnan Bergmann appealed, with some Aslan and Savannah, an inseparable brother-sis- added urging noises. ter duo, are the youngest of the lion pride and The lion responded with what could came from Canada. only be described as a grin, turning
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Kanu settled in quickly to his new surroundings. his head as if already aware of the company - likely tipped off by the resonant roar of Simba on the other side of the wall. Though Kanu didn’t showcase one of his charming quirks during that specific interaction, it’s known that he has a penchant for carrying his paw in his mouth and playfully hopping around his enclosure - a delightful spectacle that never fails to bring smiles to
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all who witness it. Additionally, his evident curiosity about visitors adds to his charm. “He came to us in good health,” Bergmann said. “He’s a great addition here.” With the visit to Kanu drawing to a close, Bergmann expressed his desire to pay a quick visit to Simba next door – just a few steps away. (Roars - See Page 24)
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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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Consistently Wearing Hearing Aids May Reduce Your Risk Of Dying
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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OCEAN COUNTY – Whether it has been months or years since your loss, this group can provide a suppor tive environment to learn about and explore your grief process, connect with others, and try new strategies. These programs in Ocean County are free and open to the public, and facilitated by Angelic Health Bereavement Coordinator Noreen Kinnevy. Questions
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Sjögren’s Syndrome Support Group Announces Meetings
TOMS RIVER – You are welcome to attend the Central/Southern New Jersey Area Sjögren’s Syndrome Support Group. Meetings are on the second Thursday of each month from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at The Lighthouse Center for Diabetes, Riverwood
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HERE’S TO YOUR HEALTH Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
3 Surprising Perks Of Chewing Gum And How It Improves Thinking By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
I may be your favorite pharmacist but I have a silly sense of humor so today we’ll dive into the world of chewing gum, and how it might be helpful for concentration. Weird, I know! But we all know how easily our wandering minds get the best of us, and this leads to slowed-down productivity. It doesn’t seem plausible to me that a simple piece of gum might just be an aid for brain power. We will delve into all of this as we discuss the 4 most interesting concentration benefits of chewing gum: 1. It Increases Blood flow. Chewing gum has been found to slightly increase circulation within the brain, at least according to the Parkinson’s Resource Organization where it is stated, “Some studies have reported that chewing gum increases blood flow to the brain by 25-40%.” So maybe chewing gum can deliver a small but extra dose of oxygen and nutrients! This tiny surge in blood flow can result in improved cognitive performance, enhanced attention span, and increased mental alertness… at least for a few minutes. Studies suggest that gum chewing can also stimulate the release of dopamine, a brain chemical that plays a significant role in our ability to focus. So, it’s not just a mere act of mastication, it’s a neurologically engaging process that enhances cognitive function. 2. Improves Multitasking. Raise your
hand if you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by a never-ending to-do list. I’m with you! Now, I know what you’re thinking because I’m thinking it too. How can gum, which requires some attention to chew, actually improve concentration? Experts say that chewing gum keeps your jaw busy, and as such it may help you push through tedious tasks with greater ease. It seems to act as a motivator but I’m not exactly sure how. Perhaps it’s that dopamine! 3. Lowers Salivary Cortisol. Let’s face it, life can get a bit stressful at times. Juggling all the aspects of life can leave one feeling frazzled, especially in this day and age of nonstop information and social media. Chewing gum can lower cortisol levels, at least in the brain. To be fair, not all the study conclusions agree on this subject matter. We do know that cortisol can make one feel anxious. There was an MRI study too. That paper concluded, “… gum chewing relieves stress by attenuating the sensory processing of external stressor and by inhibiting the propagation of stress-related information in the brain stress network.” Chewing gum for a few minutes to boost concentration might just be the magical tool that helps you get through that pile of mail, write that blog, or build that graphic! So, it’s okay to go ahead, indulge in a stick or two of your favorite gum, I’m not looking or judging anybody.
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By: Michael J. Deem Esq., of R.C. Shea & Associates A mere accusation of Domestic Violence could result in the loss of your guns and your right to purchase more guns. “When a person claims to be a victim of domestic violence, and where a law enforcement officer responding to the incident fi nds probable cause to believe that domestic violence has occurred, the law enforcement officer shall arrest the person who is alleged to be the person who subjected the victim to domestic violence... “N.J.S.A. 2C:25-21. In addition, a law enforcement officer has the right to seize any weapon that is contraband (illegal), evidence, or an instrumentality of crime. A law enforcement officer who has probable cause to believe that an act of domestic violence has been committed shall (a) question persons present to determine whether there are weapons on the premises; and (b) upon observing or learning that a weapon is present on the premises, seize any weapon that the officer reasonably believes would expose the victim to a risk of serious bodily injury. If a law enforcement officer seizes any firearms, then the officer shall also seize any firearm purchaser identification card or permit to purchase a handgun issued to the person accused of domestic violence. These weapons shall then be delivered to the county prosecutor. N.J.S.A. 2C:25-21. Thereafter, the Prosecutor’s Office will
petition the Superior Court, within 45 days of seiz u re of you r firearms, to obtain title to your seized guns, or to revoke any and all permits, licenses and other authorizations for your use, possession, or ownership of such firearms. The Prosecutor’s Office may also object to the return of your fi rearms because they allege that you are unfit, or you pose a threat to a person or the public. If, after a hearing, the court determines that the confi scated fi rearms are not to be returned to you, then court may Order the revocation of your fi rearms purchaser identification card or any permit, license, or authorization. And if that happens then the court shall order you to surrender any fi rearm seized as well as all other fi rearms that you possess. The Prosecutor will then be Ordered by the court to dispose of the fi rearms if you are unable to arrange for the sale of the fi rearms to a registered dealer within 60 days. If you fi nd yourself in this situation, give the attorneys at R.C. Shea & Associates a call to discuss your Second Amendment Rights 732-505-1212.
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New Year, New Career: Fast-Track Job Training At OCC
TOMS RIVER – Ocean County College’s Workforce and Professional Education (WPE) is offering a series of courses and training programs this spring designed for Ocean County residents who are looking for new career opportunities. Participants can get the skills and knowledge they need to succeed and earn valuable industry credentials in as little as three to six months. OCC’s professional education courses and certificate programs prepare students for jobs in a number of fast-growing, high-demand fields, including: • Veterinary Assistant • Medical Billing and Coding • EKG Technician • Google IT Support • Cisco Certified Network Administrator
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“Whether students are looking to expand their skills in their current field or discover an entirely new career, they have many options at Ocean County College,” said Dr. Joseph Konopka, OCC’s Vice President of Workforce and Professional Education. “Our fast-track training programs can help students secure immediate employment and industry-valued credentials through hands-on training by expert instructors.” Classes for the spring session begin in February and registration is open now. To learn more about Workforce and Professional Education at Ocean County College and to explore the available courses, visit go.ocean.edu/wpe.
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Roars:
Continued From Page 18 Simba gracefully moved from the far end of the enclosure in a remarkable display of connection, positioning himself alongside the metal fence that separated the 19-yearold lion from his human admirer. Clearly delighted, Simba eagerly sought affection and pets from Bergmann through the fence, reveling in the warmth of kind words and human touch. Observing the majestic leader of the animal sanctuary wagging his tail in joyous appreciation was so moving that it had the power to bring tears to the eyes of any ordinary onlooker. Born on August 8, 2005, Simba and some other big cats arrived at Popcorn Park in 2014 from a facility in Alabama where the owner had become ill and could no longer care for them. Popcorn Park quickly renovated its big cat den to welcome these new residents, and Simba soon became a favorite among staff and visitors alike. Despite living alone since the death of his brother in 2012, Simba has remained a gentle giant known for his calm demeanor and regal presence. Rounding out the lion pride are Aslan and Savannah, an inseparable brother-sister duo who were born on June 6, 2014. Their lives were once a whirlwind of three different zoos across the country’s northern border. But in April 2020, when their final Canadian zoo stomping grounds closed its doors, the beautiful siblings needed a new home once more. Aslan and Savannah faced a daunting cross-border odyssey with no permanent home in sight. Enter Popcorn Park Animal Refuge, ready to extend a paw of welcome. But bringing these majestic felines south wasn’t a simple stroll across the border. The COVID-19 pandemic and the complexities of international travel threw up formidable hurdles. Undeterred, Popcorn Park teamed up with two vital allies: Granby Zoo in Canada, who
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provided temporary housing for the siblings, and Tigers in America, who assisted with transportation and long-term care at Granby. After two years of meticulous planning and preparation, the day finally arrived. On June 26, 2022, Aslan, Savannah, and two other big cats embarked on their long-awaited journey to Popcorn Park. The transition to their new home was seamless. Aslan and Savannah embraced their spacious habitat like seasoned explorers, their playful nudges and joyful roars echoing through the sanctuary. Today, they can be seen basking in the New Jersey sun, their amber eyes sparkling with newfound contentment. Although Asian and Savannah have plenty of room to roam outside, they also seem to enjoy refuge inside their private enclosure. Bergmann interacted with the siblings as he stepped in to see the two, seen nuzzling together as connected siblings. “She’s one of the biggest females I’ve seen,” Bergmann shared. “They’re both very happy here.” As these lions each contribute their unique stories to the sanctuary, Popcorn Park Animal Refuge stands as a haven for these majestic beings, offering a second chance at a life filled with companionship, care, and a wild kind of love. The adventures continue to unfold, promising more tales of resilience, camaraderie, and the indomitable spirit of these magnificent creatures. Each lion’s arrival at Popcorn Park is a roaring success story, a testament to the Refuge’s unwavering dedication to providing a safe and loving home for animals in need. Popcorn Park has invited lion-hearted admirers to sponsor Kanu for a year, becoming part of his extended family and ensuring he receives the best care possible. Those who commit to sponsoring the newest addition will receive a limited edition Kanu T-Shirt, unlimited visits for the year, and regular updates and photos capturing his first year at his new home. For more information, visit ahs.givecloud.co/sponsorship/150.
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Around the JerSey Shore Learn The ABCs Of CPR
TOMS RIVER – When a health crisis occurs, some simple procedures can help to avert a tragedy. Adults can learn cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) basics from a professional at the Ocean County Library Toms River Branch, 6:30 p.m. February 13. Cherie Garrison Horhay, owner of Brick Township’s Hands-On CPR, will lead the Friends and Family CPR instruction. It is not a CPR certification class, but it is a user-friendly, video-centered presentation for adults that follows guidelines of the American Heart Association. Cherie will guide participants through hands-on CPR, and she’ll also illustrate
steps to relieve choking for adult, child, and infant victims. Hands-on practice is encouraged but not required. Attendees will receive instructional booklets and participation cards. A CPR trainer for more than 25 years, Cherie notes on her web page that she has taught “a wide variety of groups, from dentists and physicians to concerned parents and babysitters.” Register at bit.ly/OclTrCpr for this free program. For more information, stop by the OCL Toms River Branch, 101 Washington Street, call 732-349-6200 or visit theocean countylibrary.org/events.
Crestwood Village 6 Shamrockin’ The Night Away Dance
WHITING – Crestwood Village 6 presents Shamrockin’ The Night Away Dance on March 16 from 6 to 10 p.m. at 6 Congasia Road, Whiting. DJ Billy Phillips. Bag Piper Jim Doyle. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Tickets cost $18 for Crestwood Village 6 2024 paid members;
$20 for non-members. Includes sandwiches, salads, chips and dessert. BYOB. Tickets only available Mondays from 10 to 11 a.m. at the clubhouse. No tickets sold at the door. Deadline date to purchase tickets is March 4. No phone calls please.
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Around The Jersey Shore Services For Seniors In Ocean County Continue
TOMS RIVER – With approximately 200,000 senior citizens calling Ocean County home, the Ocean County Board of Commissioners is making certain programs and services to address the needs of an aging population are in place for the New Year. “The Board of Commissioners meeting agenda…includes 27 contracts providing 55 programs that help to keep our seniors living independently and maintaining a good quality of life,” said Director of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners Barbara Jo Crea. “Providing the best services and programs to our seniors has been and continues to be a priority of this Board.” The contracts, funded in part by the federal government, state government and the Board of Commissioners cover the priorities determined during public hearings on the county’s Area Plan. “Ocean County takes all the necessary steps to make sure the programs and services we fund meet the priority needs of our senior residents” Crea said. “We work within the guidelines of the Older Americans Act in order to maximize the amount of federal funding we receive for these programs.” Ocean County expects to receive $3.1 million in federal funding, $1.3 million in state funding and the county’s allocation for the programs is expected to be $3.1 million. “Under these contracts, Ocean County will provide services addressing transportation, home delivered meals, food insecurity, information and assistance, personal and in-home care services, housing and home repairs and modifications,” Crea said. “The Ocean County Board of Commissioners is committed to helping our senior citizens age in place with the dignity and respect they deserve and these services address many of the challenges affecting our elderly population.” The Board is expected to award a $3.286 million contract to Community Services Inc., to provide home delivered meals, congregate meal services and other programs for the elderly. “Home delivered meals is truly a centerpiece for our senior programs,” Crea said. “We have seen a rise in requests for this service and we are doing all we can to meet this need. Food insecurity is high amongst our seniors and this program continues to be a lifeline for so many that are homebound, isolated and unable to prepare their own meals. Under the Community Services Inc.
contract, the County anticipates providing more than 166,400 home delivered meals in the first six months of the New Year. An additional 3,000 meals will be provided at the senior nutrition sites throughout the County during the same time frame. All totaled, more than 230,000 meals will be delivered in the first six months of the year by Community Services Inc. and other contractors providing similar services in Ocean County. “The home delivered meal is much more than just a meal delivery,” Crea said. “It’s so important because in some instances this is the only contact some of our seniors have with someone during the day. It’s a health check, it’s a safety check. The home delivered meal drivers provide much more than food. They provide peace of mind for many of our seniors and are often the first to identity and report changes in the consumer’s health or well-being.” A large percentage of the meals are prepared daily in the kitchen at the Ocean County Southern Service Center in Stafford Township and delivered across the county. Community Services Inc. joins the other 26 funded agencies to provide a host of services to seniors including evidence based health promotion – chronic disease services to the elderly, social recreation and more. “Our Office of Senior Services is the hub of all of these programs,” Crea said. “This is where our seniors can call or visit to access services and navigate all the programs available to seniors.” In addition, Ocean County expects to contract with four new providers that are offering services to seniors. SCAN Inc. will offer evidence healthy aging programs; Bright Harbor Healthcare Inc. will offer adult day care services, housing assistance services and assisted transportation services; Contact of Ocean and Monmouth counties will provide centralized telephone reassurance services and the Mental Health Association will offer care management services. “Our seniors can choose from a number of programs and services that can help them in their daily lives – from home delivered meals, to visiting nutrition sites, to receiving long term care counseling and help with transportation or simply receive a reassuring phone call - all of this, and so much more is available,” Crea said. To access services or for additional information, the Ocean County Office of Senior Services can be reached at 732-929-2091.
Ms. New Jersey Senior America Pageant
ATLANTIC CITY – Ms. New Jersey Senior America, Inc., is seeking senior women, age 60 and over, to participate in the Ms. New Jersey Senior America Pageant 2024, to be held at Harrah’s Resort
Hotel & Casino in Atlantic City, on May 30 at 1 p.m. For all inquiries, call: 609-412-4980 or 908-216-8534, or visit: newjerseysenior america.org.
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Around the JerSey Shore Chippendales To Heat Up The Hard Rock Stage
ATLANTIC CITY – The men of Chippendales are set to return to the stage at Sound Waves at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City. Six shows are set for four dates, on July 18 at 8 p.m., July 19 at 7 p.m. and 11 p.m., July 20 at 7 p.m. and 11 p.m. and July 21 at 3 p.m. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased at HardRockHotelAtlanticCity.com and Ticketmaster.com or 800-745-3000. All shows are subject to change.
A pop culture phenomenon for over four decades, Chippendales continues to lead the way as the premiere male revue in the world and, with this new tour, they have regrouped and retooled their award-winning production to relaunch what is sure to be one the most provocative and in demand live show tickets of 2024. Audience members should prepare themselves for a sexy, high-energy show with new numbers, music, choreography, aerial acts, acrobatics and of course,
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 most stunning men in the world. In September 2023, Chippendales kicked off its first tour date in five years at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City with celebrity guest host, Vinny Guadagnino from the hit MTV shows “Jersey Shore” and “Jersey Shore Family Vacation.” The weekend of shows garnered sold out crowds with over 5,000 audience members in attendance. “Hard Rock Atlantic City is excited to con-
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Around the JerSey Shore Attorney General Appoints New Chief Of Securities Bureau
NEW JERSEY – Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin has appointed Elizabeth M. Harris to serve as Chief of the Bureau of Securities (“Bureau”), effective today. The Bureau, which operates within the Division of Consumer Affairs, is charged with protecting investors from investment fraud and with regulating the securities industry in New Jersey. “The New Jersey Bureau of Securities acts as a critical first-line of defense against investor fraud and a watchdog over the state’s fi nancial markets.” said Attorney General Platkin. “Elizabeth Harris is an accomplished attorney whose legal experience, fi nancial acumen, and sound judgement make her an excellent fit to lead the Bureau in carrying out its important work. I am looking forward to working with her to continue protecting New Jersey consumers and investors.” To execute its mission, the Bureau collaborates with agencies across the country and around the globe to bring investigative and enforcement actions against fi rms or individuals who violate the New Jersey Uniform Securities Law and Regulations. Adhering to the philosophy that investor protection begins with prevention, the Bureau also regulates and closely monitors the fi rms and individuals that sell securities or provide investment advice to New Jersey residents to ensure compliance. Through its educational programs, the Bureau helps New Jersey residents become informed investors and empowers them to be strong advocates in protecting their investments. “Protecting the financial interests of New Jersey investors is an important compone nt of New Je r sey’s robu st consumer protection efforts,” said Cari Fais, Acting Director of the Division of Consumer Affairs. “Elizabeth’s professional experience as a federal prosecutor as well as her work within the regulated financial industry provide her with a
breadth of knowledge that will prove invaluable to the Bureau and New Jersey investors.” “The New Jersey Bureau of Securities is a national model for securities regulation and I am honored to be entrusted with a leadership role in pursuing its mission,” said Harris. “I look forward to working with the dedicated professionals at the Bureau on new opportunities for investor protections.” Harris, a New Jersey native, most recently served as a vice president in the public fi nance banking department at Morgan Stanley, where she was involved in all aspects of debt fi nancing, including public bond offerings, direct purchases, private placements, and lending. Her legal career also includes stints as an Assistant U.S. Attorney for the District of New Jersey, General Counsel to the Upper Manhattan Empowerment Zone Development Corporation, and as an associate at K&L Gates LLP in New York, NY and Newark, NJ, where she represented clients in commercial litigation, white-collar criminal defense, and securities litigation. Harris holds a B.A. from Fordham University, an M.A. from Columbia University, Teachers College, and a J.D. from Rutgers University School of Law. Attorney General Platkin recognizes Amy G. Kopleton for her exemplary service as Acting Bureau Chief for the past two years and for her continued commitment to the mission of the Bureau in partnership with Bureau Chief Harris. Amy will return to her former position with the Bureau as Deputy Chief. “Under Amy’s leadership, New Jersey continued to serve as a national leader in investor protection, especially in the fast-evolving area of digital markets,” said Attorney General Platkin. “I thank Amy for her hard work and dedicated service to the Bureau and to New Jersey investors.”
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Around the JerSey Shore Ocean County Receives Governor’s Environmental Excellence Award
TOMS RIVER – In response to numerous inquiries from boaters on how to properly dispose of used or outdated marine flares, Ocean County worked to develop a safe and convenient solution. “It took some time but with a number of our departments working together, led by the Ocean County Department of Solid Waste Management, we were able to get the proper permits from the state and create a program where we not only collect the flares but also properly and safely incinerate them,” said Director of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners Barbara Jo Crea. “With the two collections in 2023, more than 2,000 flares were dropped off to us and disposed of the right way, reducing any possible damage to the environment.” The success of the new program also caught the eye of New Jersey environmental officials resulting in the county being awarded the state Department of Environmental Protection’s Environmental Excellence Award in the Sustainable Community Category. Crea, who is liaison to the Department of Solid Waste accepted the award on behalf of Ocean County during a recent ceremony in Trenton. “This award speaks volumes about the cooperation we have among our county departments, many of which came together to create a program that has real and long-lasting benefits,” she said. “I am very proud of all the county staff that worked on this. This award belongs to all of them.” With support from the Ocean County Board of Commissioners, the Ocean County Department of Solid Waste Management, the Ocean County Fire Marshal’s Office, and the Ocean County Training Center in Waretown worked together to establish spring and fall collection events for expired boat flares with the drop off taking place at the Training Center. The program debuted with great success; approximately 2,000 marine flares were collected during last year’s two events. The flares were later incinerated in an onsite burn box under the supervision of the County Fire Marshals. “With about 25,000 boats registered in Ocean County, this program is essential for a number of reasons,” Crea said. “It provides proper disposal of these flares and its educational component is raising awareness of the need to have flares on boats, how long the flares are good for, and
Photo courtesy Ocean County now an answer to how to properly dispose of them.” Deputy Director of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners Gary Quinn noted many steps were taken to get the program up and running. Quinn, who serves as liaison to the Ocean County Training Center and the Ocean County Fire Marshal’s Office, said a lot of work went into securing the Research, Development, and Demonstration Permit from the DEP. “There was a great deal of research on our part that went into this,” Quinn added. “All that work resulted in a successful program.” The Governor’s Environmental Excellence Awards has been New Jersey’s premier environmental awards program since 2000. Ocean County accepted the award for the new boat flare disposal program at a ceremony held in Trenton on Dec. 18. “We are honored to be recognized for our efforts in promoting sustainability within our community,” Crea said. “Providing this free program to our boaters gives them the opportunity to safely dispose of old flares and keep them out of the water or landfill.” Other agencies consulted during the initial planning process of the disposal program included the U.S. Coast Guard, New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, New Jersey State Police, Marine Services Bureau, fire academies in Ocean County including Toms River and Brick Township, National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Marine Trades Association of New Jersey, Sea Grant New Jersey, and other coastal communities throughout the United States including Annapolis, Maryland and California. “This program is the first of its kind in New Jersey,” Crea said. “It is another great opportunity to continue to protect our environment.”
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TOMS RIVER – Jersey Shore Car Shows is hosting Bumpers And BBQ Car & Truck Show on April 20 at Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #10, 1791 North Bay Avenue, Toms River. It’s time to ‘cue up the 2024 car show season! Jersey Shore Car Shows and Heavenly Eats Catering are teaming up to give you a truly one-of-a-kind car show experience! Registration: 8 to 10 a.m.; Show 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Rain Date April 27. Vehicles must be registered between 8 and
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Bright Harbor Foundation Art & Soul Brunch
TOMS RIVER – The event will showcase the tremendous talent Bright Harbor Healthcare has discovered from individuals suffering with mental illness. This is an opportunity to eliminate barriers and misconceptions surrounding mental health, encourage positive conversations to reduce stigma, and shed light on the changing climate of mental health treatment in New Jersey. The exhibit will contain paintings, drawings, mixed media, and several forms
of creative expression including: poetry, music, dance and more provided by children and adults seeking services at Bright Harbor. Bright Harbor Foundation Art & Soul Brunch is hosted through the month of February at the Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts Gallery at Ocean County College, Toms River. For more information, visit brightharbor.org/bright-harborfoundation-art-soul.
Second Annual 5K & 1K Walk/Run
TOMS RIVER – Just Believe Inc. is hosting their second annual 5K & 1K Walk/Run on May 11 at Winding River Park Toms River. Just Believe helps our homeless and disenfranchised communities in the Ocean County area. Race start time will begin at 8 a.m. Packet pick up May 10 from 11 a.m. till 4 p.m. at 734 Route 37 W, Suite #5, Toms
River. Packet pick up is also available race day at race site. Register by April 15 at raceforum.com/ believe or call 732-569-0643. Cost is $30 for the 5K run/walk; $20 for the 1K run/walk. Registration fees include park and mission hydration stations on course, race, refreshments and award ceremony.
Library To Hold Pop-Up Sale
AS THE LEADING RESOURCE FOR SENIOR VETERANS WE WILL GUIDE YOU THROUGH THE APPROVAL PROCESS
OCEAN COUNTY – The Friends of The Ocean County Library announce a pop-up bling and used book sale on February 17, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Ocean County Library, 101 Washington St, Toms River. Bling sale will include a selection of preloved jewelry and accessories that have
been donated. Used book sale will include a selection of hardcovers and paperbacks for all ages along with cd’s and DVD’s that have been donated. Cash only. For more information visit theoceancounty library.org/oclfriends
OCVTS Open House
TOMS RIVER – Join Thunder 106 and OCVTS at the Toms River Center (1299 Old Freehold Road) from 6 to 8:30 p.m. for their Open House on February 1. Come tour their state-of-the-art build-
ings, meet program instructors, receive a course overview, participate in live program demonstrations and have your chance to win awesome Thunder 106 swag/prizes!
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