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By Bob Vosseller MANCHESTER – The school district’s partnership with All Fur One (AFO) Pet Rescue continues to thrive in the new year as students engage with their classroom lessons through fundraising and community volunteerism. AFO and the district have come together for a joint initiative called All Fur Education where teachers can use resources provided by the animal rescue group to enhance their classroom lessons. Michelle Leadem and (Animals - See Page 4)
Photos courtesy Manchester Schools (Above) Manchester students show some of their work through the school district’s ongoing partnership with All Fur One Pet Rescue that has taught them some valuable lessons through community volunteerism. (Left) Cats are revered today but they were especially celebrated in ancient Egypt.
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By Bob Vosseller MANCHESTER – In what was the start of a new tradition, Township Mayor Robert Arace took to the podium and gave the State of the Township address during a recent council meeting. The mayor said, “2023 was a year of progress, collaboration and challenges. Environmental stewardship. One of our top priorities has been acquiring and preserving open space in Manchester. Our administration and Open Space Committee dedicated their efforts to search out parcels of land threatened by over development.” “Through hard work in 2023 Manchester Township with the help of the Ocean County Natural Land Trust has safeguarded more than 113 acres of land from development,” Mayor Arace said. He said the greatest accomplishment in that area was the acquisition “of the Cherry Street property. The 34.5 acre preservation prevented the construction of 96 apartments and as part of the agreement US Homes generously committed to construct three family homes donated to Wounded Warriors (veterans).” The mayor then turned to the subject of economic development, an issue he said that Manchester has struggled with for several years. “I am thrilled with the transition currently taking place with Manchester Township retail with the successful establishment of Starbucks, (Mayor - See Page 4)
Women’s Rally Becomes Forum Councilwoman Reappointed To EPA Subcommittee across the country. I am very By Bob Vosseller For Reproductive Rights MANCHESTER – Councilwom- proud and honored to be repreBy Stephanie Faughnan TOMS RIVER – When winter weather threatened the planned outdoor Women’s March Rally for Women’s Lives on January 20, organizers quickly pivoted to an indoor location. The unexpected venue change to the Ocean County Library made room for a forum on advocacy
and discussion. The event’s timing held just two days before the 51st anniversary of Roe v. Wade on January 22, 1973, was no accident. Women’s advocacy groups across the country chose the date to hold similar events, highlighting the ongoing fight for reproductive (Rally - See Page 7)
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Continued From Page 1 Jersey Mike’s, UPS and more has already shown that not only Manchester residents are interested in more retail options but businesses want to come here.” He said he wanted to see that momentum continue and prospective businesses working with the township’s Economic Development Committee “to create an environment where businesses can thrive. We are actively working to attract new ventures to offset budget obstacles while serving the diverse need of our residents.” Mayor Arace spoke about the township’s infrastructure and public works department acknowledging there had been some neglect of the township’s water and sewer system. “Substantial efforts have been made to revitalize the infrastructure recognizing the need for a transformative approach through a 10-year comprehensive improvement plan and rate study drafted by the administration and approved by
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Continued From Page 1 Miranda Wilson’s 7th grade social studies students at Manchester Township Middle School were busy having fun learning about the cats of All Fur One while studying ancient Egypt.
council.” He said residents will begin to see the revitalization plan in action with focus on the water main project at Buckingham Drive and water meter replacement projects during the year. “Our primary goal is to continue to deliver quality, safe affordable drinking water for all of our residents.” “In addition to water and sewer improvements we are pleased to announce the reinstatement of annual road maintenance and drainage improvement plan which includes resurfacing efforts for sections of Pineland Park, Roosevelt City and Holly Oaks,” the mayor reported. He said some of this work will be facilitated through a state grant. A comprehensive plan will be put forward focusing on the most distressed sections of the township’s roads “as we prioritize the upkeep of our infrastructure.” “Next is emergency services,” the mayor said, noting that significant upgrades had been undertaken last year “that addressed
the growing concerns. Key improvements included emergency com munication system with upgraded radios, mobile units and pagers along with an increased maintenance budget for our volunteer fi re companies.” He noted that improvements were also made for police department levels and bolstering police staffi ng levels. Mayor Arace said these changes were in response to heighted safety measures in our neighborhoods :and to keep up with the ever growing safety needs of our residents.” Rental units and housing were the next subjects discussed by the mayor. “We’ve made significant changes to the rental inspection processes to ensure safe and better living conditions for our residents,” Mayor Arace said. “Our landlord registration process has been revamped to have a clear guideline and defi ned procedure to hold landlords to higher standards. The update includes more rigorous identification and property insurance requirements during the ap-
plication process and accountability for property owners,” the mayor said. He also noted that reoccupation procedures were also revamped to ally with “the international property maintenance code and the New Jersey State Housing code. These changes ensure that rental and non-rental units comply with governing codes contributing to improving housing quality in Manchester Township.”
In recent weeks students created trading cards and three-dimensional Egyptian cat gods inspired by the cats of AFO. Each student was assigned an available cat. After visiting the AFO website and conducting research about their cats, students created an original god inspired by the cat’s name, personality, and/or appearance.
The two educators said, not only did this project allow students to be creative, but it also brought awareness to the number of adoptable cats at All Fur One. The Junior Impact Club at Ridgeway Elementary recently held a fundraiser to help support the animals at All Fur One Rescue based in Toms River. Students and staff at
the Ridgeway School sold candy grams and raised $200 to donate to AFO. The money will be used to help pay for vital life-saving medication needed by two FIP-positive cats named Devo and Donkey Kong. For further information about All Fur One Adoptions e-mail Adoptions@allfurone.org or call 732- 255-3871.
Mayoral Appointments Prior to the mayor’s address, Municipal Clerk Teri Giercyk announced several appointments by the mayor. They included Sandy Drake as a Class II member of the township Planning Board. Zoning Board of Adjustment appointments included Alternate member Dominick Tedeschi and Alternate II member Gina Georgiano. The township’s Rent Leveling Board will include Landlord Representatives Diane Oresto as a member and Erich Gordon as an alternate.
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Continued From Page 1 with decision-makers from a variety of states throughout the U.S. while influencing funding and policies on human health and the environment, transportation, and sustainability.” She noted the vision and mission of the subcommittee is for “people in every small community in America to have clean air, drinking water, waste disposal, and related services that safeguard their health in a friendly and sustainable environment.” In 2023 the Committee provided recommendations to the EPA as the federal Administration works to lower transportation emissions and consumer costs in smaller communities. It provides insight to challenges small towns face while transitioning towards affordable and equitable transportation and offering solutions to these challenges. These recommendations include implementing programs that incentivize clean and renewable energy and set long-term goals to improve service for people to be able to use electrified public transportation. The SCAS recommends that the EPA and the Department of Transportation help facilitate discussions with states and local governments to improve sustainability of the US grid as the nation seeks to expand the use of electric vehicles regionally. Lastly, recommendations were provided to develop a program that provides support to smaller communities to enhance their capacity to apply for federal grants. This also marks the first time in LGAC history that the panel’s membership has a female majority. The EPA announced the appointment of 16 new members to the LGAC including the
The Manchester Times, February 3, 2024, Page 5 reappointments of 13 existing members. “The Biden-Harris Administration has made a commitment to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility across the federal government,” said EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan. “Today’s announcement is the latest example of this commitment in action. In addition to a majority of female members, this important committee is comprised of individuals from across the country, representing the diversity of America, so we can reflect a range of input as we craft regulations impacting their communities.” The 37-member LGAC has 24 females and 13 males, including 13 people of color, and representation from 27 different states. The Administrator also appointed five new and 15 returning members. Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird of Lincoln, Nebraska will remain as the LGAC’s chair, with Mayor Lucy Vinis of Eugene, Oregon as vice chair. Administrator Regan also appointed Mayor Katie Rosenberg of Wausau, Wisconsin to join Ann Mallek, Supervisor of Albemarle County, Virginia, as co-chairs of the SCAS. In 2024, the Committee will provide input on the proposed lead and copper rule improvements, the draft Strategy for Reducing Plastic Pollution, EPA’s efforts to develop a cumulative impact framework, and to improve community-level communication and engagement on climate change issues. Members were chosen from a pool of more than 60 highly qualified candidates. Selections for the one- and two-year terms were made based on the applicant pool and in accordance with the LGAC charter to achieve balance and diversity in terms of geographic location, gender, ethnicity, and stakeholder perspective.
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Continued From Page 1 rights and the enduring legacy of the landmark decision. In the wake of the Supreme Court ruling in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, advocates and attendees expressed deep-seated apprehension about the future of women’s reproductive rights in America. Lynda Fote, president of Ocean County’s NOW chapter, helped plan the rally turned forum but couldn’t attend. Barbara Crystal and Wendy McClure, both Ocean County NOW members from southern Ocean County, underscored the broader significance of reproductive freedom in their joint organizational efforts to coordinate the event. “Women’s lives are bigger than Roe,” Crystal asserted. “And the fight is bigger than abortion.” Amidst ongoing debates surrounding reproductive rights, New Jersey stands as a state with explicit laws granting women the autonomy to make crucial decisions regarding birth control, abortion, and prenatal care. Two years ago, Governor
The Manchester Times, February 3, 2024, Page 7 Phil Murphy solidified these protections by signing the Freedom of Reproductive Choice Act into law. Nevertheless, McClure had no hesitation in pinpointing why New Jersey women should still harbor fears about the ongoing control over their bodies. Foremost among these concerns is the prospect that a nationwide abortion ban would encompass all individuals across the country. Additionally, there remains the possibility of New Jersey amending existing legislation, thereby affecting women’s rights to birth control and abortion. Speaking candidly to the crowd of approximately 70 people, McClure acknowledged that she had never been pregnant herself. Yet, she still felt very personally connected to the abortion debate. “I’m in favor of abortion,” she stated emphatically. “And I use that word as often as possible to destigmatize it because it is not a bad word. It is healthcare.” McClure articulated her support for women’s autonomy over their lives, saying she was fighting for the 16-year-old who finds herself unexpectedly pregnant, hoping to
empower her to continue her education, pursue her dreams, and choose when motherhood fits into her life. She spoke of the 10-year-old victim of rape or incest, who would be expected to carry a pregnancy against her will, despite the risks to her health and future. McClure added more to the list of women denied abortions. Pointing out changes throughout the country since key components of Roe v. Wade were lifted, McClure spoke of instances of women being denied life-saving care and the erosion of medical standards. She also addressed the criminalization of miscarriages and the urgent need for corrective action. When Crystal surveyed those in attendance, she started by asking people to raise their hands if they had marched in favor of reproductive rights in 2017. As she went year by year, more and more individuals admitted they’d been around to continue the fight. The event drew notable figures seeking to represent New Jersey at the federal level. Among them were CD2 candidates Tim Alexander and Carolyn Rush, CD4 candi-
date Matt Jenkins and Frances Patano, representing Congressman Andy Kim’s office. All are Democrats who spoke on behalf of women’s reproductive rights. Congressman Chris Smith, a Republican who represents the 4th Congressional District of New Jersey, has been a strong opponent of abortion. A year after the Dobbs decision, Smith issued a statement. “There is nothing humane or benign about abortion,” said Smith. “Abortion is not healthcare, unless one construes the precious life of an unborn child to analogous to a tumor to be excised or a disease to be vanquished.” The day before the forum at the library, Smith was a featured speaker at the National March for Life Rally in Washington, DC. He reiterated his defense for what he called the “weakest and most vulnerable.” As Crystal sees it, the issue continues to be far more than access to abortion. And, she has no problem in stating her perspective. “Anyone who is infuriated with the Dobbs decision and the reversal of Roe,” Crystal said. “Needs to remember that – and ‘Roe’ in their votes in November.”
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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY F EATURED L ETTER History Repeats Itself: Development As A Campaign Topic There’s an old adage that history repeats itself, and that’s what happened in the local elections last year in Toms River. In the crowded race for mayor in the Republican primary last June, Councilman Dan Rodrick won a resounding victory over the incumbent, Mo Hill. In that election, Rodrick received 46 percent of the vote and carried 58 of the township’s 63 election districts - incredible numbers for a four-person race. Hill, in office for four years as mayor and 16 years before as councilman, garnered just 22 percent, carried only one district, and came in a distant third. In November, Rodrick coasted to victory
with an unprecedented almost 70 percent of the vote in the general election, carrying all election districts. What happened? How and why did this occur? And what can we learn from it? In a sentence, history here in Toms River had repeated itself as the people had had enough. It’s Happened All Before I have seen this all before. Before I could even vote, back in the 1970s I was involved in the Republican party in our town. As a teenager, I campaigned door to door for Richard Nixon and joined the Young Republicans. The then “Dover YRs” changed their rules to let me, 17 years old, join and vote in the club. I have
helped countless fellow Republicans get elected - as a volunteer worker, campaign manager, club officer, and district county committeeman. As time went by, I ran too - and was elected, at the age of 35, to the then Dover Township Committee (our legal name and governing body name until 2006 and 2003, respectively) and was re-elected twice. It was a quarter of a century ago – 1998 - that I ran for township office for the last time. I served as mayor and deputy mayor. Years after elective office, I was our municipal clerk. It has been a true honor to serve our town. Along the way, I’ve seen a lot of people come and go and made some dear friends (including Democrats!), as
I’ve witnessed and have been part of our recent history. As I look back on the events of last year, it can be summed up in two words: “Had enough?” Development - “overdevelopment” say the critics - was THE issue, with the future of our downtown village, the centerpiece of the debate. It’s happened before. The 1960s And ‘70s In the 1960s and into the ‘70s, our township was undergoing an enormous population increase. With the opening of the Garden State Parkway in 1954, the population skyrocketed from 7,700 in 1950, to 17,400 in 1960, to 43,000 in 1970. In our community back then, many saw the township
as growing way too fast. The schools, for one, had trouble keeping pace. I attended split sessions in high school here, for example. The Republicans had been in power, up to then, throughout the 20th century. The Democrats ran local elections on platforms of getting development under control. Something called “PUDs” - planned unit developments - became the burning issue of the day. The Dover Republicans were “behind the 8 ball” on the issue and lost back to back township committee elections in 1970 and 1971 - giving the Democrats control of the local government for the first time. It was unprecedented and shook deeply red Ocean County like an
earthquake. I remember it all as a kid. Years later, when I was in office, my friend Franklin Fischer, who by then was the county surrogate and who had been on the township committee in the ‘60s, told me stories of how he warned his fellow Republicans that they needed to get the development issue under control. He was ignored and the Republicans lost the county seat. Clearly, back then, the people had had enough. The 1990s And 2000 That history repeated itself when I was in elected office in the 1990s. With a booming economy with the recovery after the 1987
1. Terminate the Constitution of the U.S. of America. This has been the law of the land and protected democracy for over 200 years, 2. Discontinue Social Security and Medicare for the elderly and disabled, which the American people paid into their entire working lives. 3. Get rid of Obamacare, health care for 40 million Americans. 4. Overrule the Insurrection Act and control the military at his discretion. 5. Pack the White House with men and women loyal to Trump. Loyalty is Trump’s mantra. 6. Control the media. Trump wants people to see and hear only what he decides is the truth. 7. Dispose of all his political rivals. Remember Trump said, “I can shoot someone on Fifth Ave. and get away with it.” Emulating Hitler, his hero. Trump means what he says & says what he means - there is no in between! Sounds like fiction - Sad to say
IT’S TRUE!!! Maya Angelou said “When someone shows you who they are, believe them!” VOTE FOR DEMOCRACY! Pray for Peace.
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Letters To The Editor Control Costs Of Cops On April 15, 2018, the Asbury Park Press ran an editorial entitled, “Police Pay Is Mind Numbing.” The article began, “Why are property taxes in New Jersey so wildly out of control?” The article focused on the Toms River Police Department where the median salary was $130k at that time. Adjusting to the present, that number is now closer to $200k, plus thou-
sands more in benefits. Look at it this way, on average, the Toms River police pull in close to $1 million each, every five years or so - much faster for the brass. Compare this to the average household income in Toms River of $70k as of the 2020 census. The Press also writes on October 13, 2015 of a TR police captain whose salary of $200k per year was almost as much as the police commissioner of New York City, whose salary was $214,400. Toms River has consistent-
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ly been ranked as one of the safest towns in the country for its size - not because of the police department, but despite it. There are no gangs, no ghettos, no gun violence, no looting, no arson, no vandalism of any significance, no BLM, no street demonstrations, no statues coming down, etc. There is a house in my neighborhood that was unoccupied for almost ten years. During that time, there was not a single act of vandalism nor was the property violated in any way, and it wasn’t because it received constant police protection. In fact, in my development, which is one of the largest, I see a patrol car maybe once every 3 to 4 months. If half the TRPD were replaced by volunteers, no one would notice unless the media picked up on it. It is clear that the Toms River PD is substantially overpaid - especially when compared with Philadelphia and New York. Nor is TR to be compared to North Philly or the South Bronx. Prior mayors who either served on the force or be-
lieved that paying more for police services gets you more, are one reason the cost got out of control. Likewise, their union charges us for risks that “could” be, not for what is. We should support the mayor and council for trying to get a hold of this matter for the benefit, for once, of the taxpayers. C. Crowley Toms River
Democracy Or Trump? Democracy or Trump. That’s on the ballot in 2024. Listen and hear what Trump is saying. On Fox News at a town hall meeting, Sean Hannity asked Trump if he would be a dictator. Trump said on his first day as President he would be a dictator and get rid of all the immigrants. If you think Trump is not dangerous, listen and hear what Trump will do as a dictator like his Russian buddy Putin. Not in any particular order, Trump said:
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Transfer Facility Is Bad News Read the article in the Howell Times. I didn’t see what Howell Residents will receive in exchange for traffic and added costs from the transfer facility. Specifically, host communities normally receive a FEE, from the operators. In addition the traffic summonses from overweight and non-emission compliance vehicles require police 24/7 monitoring so a sizable portion are owed the host community. All of these are in addition to the property & business taxes that are a part of doing business. Peter Klymasz Howell
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9th District Legislators Amato, Rumpf & Myhre Receive Legislative Committee Assignments
TRENTON - With the start of the 2024-2025 Legislative Session, Senator Carmen Amato, Jr., Assemblyman Brian Rumpf and Assemblyman Greg Myhre have received their legislative committee assignments by the legislative leadership. Senator Amato has been assigned to the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee, the Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee and the Senate Higher Education Committee. “Taxpayers not only want to know how their tax dollars are being spent but also want a watchdog to control state spending as a means of providing tax relief which homeowners desperately need,” said Senator Amato. “As a member of the Senate Budget
and Appropriations Committee, I’ll remain focused on ensuring that state funding is appropriated for those programs that are important to my constituents, including the Senior Freeze and ANCHOR programs. My priorities will also include ensuring that our schools are properly and fairly funded, unlike the current rigged school funding formula which has proven to be a policy failure in need of swift reform. “Protecting the autonomy of senior communities from common interest community legislation is a fight I took up in my early days as Mayor of Berkeley Township,” added Senator Amato. “To put myself in the best position possible to prevent Trenton oversight from being im-
posed on senior communities, I requested and was assigned to the Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee which is likely the Committee common interest community legislation will be heard first. Senator Amato went on to add, “Parents and students want institutions of higher education to provide the highest quality education. It’s imperative that this education be available at a reasonable cost to families who do not want and cannot afford to incur heavy debt to obtain the degrees and experience needed by students to pursue their professional goals.” Assemblyman Brian Rumpf will continue to serve on the Assembly Budget Committee, the Assembly Health Committee and will also be
joining the Assembly Military and Veterans Affairs Committee. Rumpf made the following remarks, “Providing property tax relief through fiscal restraint and proper governance continues to be a core priority for me in representing the interests of my constituents. Serving on the Assembly Health Committee will allow me to remain focused on protecting patient rights, eliminating barriers to health care services and preventing increases in health care costs that residents as well as businesses cannot afford. “Veterans constitute a large segment of the 9th District’s constituency. To more effectively represent their interests, I requested and am thankful to be appointed to
the Assembly Military and Veterans Affairs’ Committee. It is incumbent upon the state to provide the highest quality of services to our veterans and their families, which includes health care services as well as property tax relief.” Assemblyman Greg Myhre has been appointed to serve on the Assembly Financial Institutions and Insurance Committee as well as the Assembly Appropriations Committee. “New Jersey is a highly regulated state. We need to be smarter in terms of attracting businesses and capital investment so that we can provide a more competitive environment to improve the economic prospects of all residents” remarked Assemblyman Myhre. “Instituting
pragmatic insurance policies that consumers and businesses can afford is inextricably linked to promoting economic growth, which is why I am looking forward to serving on the Assembly Financial Institutions and Insurance Committee.” Myhre further added, “Serving on the Assembly Appropriations Committee provides a real opportunity to intensely advocate for common sense policies to control the state’s allocation of taxpayer dollars. It’s no secret that many taxpayers in New Jersey would be living a better quality of life if not for the state’s crippling tax burden which continues to threaten the financial security of many residents, especially seniors.”
Rep. Chris Smith: Report Shows Tax Relief Bill Will Eliminate Penalties For Large And Growing Families
WASHINGTON, D.C. - A new report issued by the Joint Committee on Taxation (JCT) shows that proposed changes to the child
tax credit in the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act (HR 7024) would boost support for large and growing Ameri-
can families by eliminating current provisions in the US tax code that penalize households with more than one child.
The report, which comes in response to a congressional inquiry by Rep. Chris Smith (R-4th), confirms that the child tax credit proposals
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Student Earns First Place In Marketing Competition
MANCHESTER – Congratulations to Manchester Township High School Senior Keeley Ploumitsakos who earned First Place among 98 contestants in a competitive and rigorous Principles of Marketing DECA Regional Competition last weekend! Keeley will now move on to the equally competitive DECA State Competition in Atlantic City this March with a really good chance to win. As an extension of the Manchester Township High School Business Academy, students have the opportunity to participate in a student-funded, world-renowned, and highly competitive high school club called DECA. DECA is a globally recognized organization that prepares emerging business leaders and entrepreneurs for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management. During January’s regional DECA competition, hundreds of students from each school gathered for a chance to win their event. Manchester’s Keeley was one of only nine Manchester Township High School students to compete in the Central Region Principles of Marketing Event at Kean University and she worked hard to clinch the win. During the competition, Keeley was presented with a scenario-based marketing question and just ten short minutes to develop and pitch a plan that would tackle the marketing issue. She presented her pitch to a judge who was a professional in that particular business industry. Keeley proudly scored the highest out of the 98 competing students in that event and earned the fi rst-place prize!
Photo courtesy Manchester Schools The Business Academy at Manchester Township High School was developed approximately four years ago. Teachers Joseph Serratelli and Nicholas Salvemini introduced the MTHS DECA Club to further support MTHS Business Students as they seek business networking experience and real-world opportunities that support the fundamentals of business and marketing lessons that students are learning in the classroom. DECA is a student-funded and fundraised CLUB at MTHS that is seeking local businesses who are interested in sponsoring MTHS Business Students participating in the MTHS DECA Club. Local businesses interested in sponsoring MTHS DECA Club students should contact jserratelli@mtschools.org.
Village 2 Residents Club Presents Europa
WHITING – Crestwood Village 2 Residents Club presents Europa on March 23 from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. at Harmony Hall. Come out and join for a fun and exciting night of international music! Feel like you are away on a European getaway. They are excited to feature the fantastic DJ/Singer
“Krystian.” It will be a fun night of singing and dancing! They will be serving snacks, beverages, dessert, coffee, and tea. Cost is $10. Tickets go on sale every Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. starting February 28. For more information call Linda T. at 201-600-4175.
It’s Almost Spring! Poetry Social
WHITING – It’s Almost Spring! Poetry Social will be on March 14 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the library at Harmony Hall, 470 route 530, Whiting. They will be serving beverages, soda bread, chocolates, and deserts! All are
welcome to share their own poetry or offer the works of a known poet for discussion or enjoyment. Feel free to contribute and let them know. They will have door prizes! For more information, call Gail Evelyn Apgar at 732-924-1488.
Pot Luck Supper
WHITING – Need a night off from cooking? Don’t know what to make for dinner? No worries! Join for a Pot Luck Supper on February 9 at 4 p.m. Bring either an entrée, or side, or dessert. This event is open to the whole
community! The Whiting United Methodist Church is located at 55 Lacey Road, Whiting - right across the street from Crestwood Manor. Call the church office at 732-350-6878 if you have any questions.
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Manchester Police Department’s Annual Awards Ceremony
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Photo courtesy Manchester Police MANCHESTER – The Department highlighted and recognized their officers who received awards at last week’s annual awards ceremony! First up are Lt. Christopher Hemhauser, Det. Adam Emmons, Det. Patrick Cervenak, Ptl. Jordan Weed, and Ptl. Sean Rembach who all received the Gallantry Award, which is awarded for the arrest of a person who is a major threat to the community. Det. Cervenak received an additional Exceptional Duty Award for this incident as well. Incident summary: On June 7, 2023, multiple officers responded to offensive and antisemitic markings spray-painted on fifteen homes in Pine Lake Park. As the investigation unfolded, a structure fire in the same neighborhood added urgency to the situation, with officers discovering a fully engulfed residence. During evacuations, a vigilant member of the public reported a male matching the suspect’s description near Middlesex Ave. and Eleventh Ave. Lieutenant Hemhauser, Detective Cervenak, Detective Emmons, Patrolman Weed, and Patrolman Sean Rembach swiftly intervened, encountering the suspect holding two baseball bats. Despite de-escalation efforts, the suspect resisted detention; however, the team were able to successfully detain the suspect, setting the stage for a comprehensive investigation. Once arrested, Detective Cervenak, the lead investigator, received a full confession from the suspect, who admitted to a targeted attack against the Jewish community. With a confession secured, Detective Cervenak’s relentless efforts over nearly twenty-four hours resulted in the approval
of thirty-six criminal counts. The subsequent six weeks involved authoring five court-ordered search warrants, solidifying the case and bringing justice to the victims. They recognized Ptl. Connor Maliff and Ptl. Robert Campolei for receiving the Honorable Service Award! This award is for a creditable act in the line of duty, which meets some, but not all of the requirements for other medals, and is unusual in nature, showing initiative and accomplishment. Incident summary: On August 25, 2023, Patrolman Connor Maliff conducted a motor vehicle stop in the vicinity of 400 Lacey Road for a traffic violation. The vehicle was being operated by a 17-year-old male and contained two 15-year-old passengers. During the stop, Patrolman Robert Campolei arrived to assist and observed in plain view, the grip and weapon-mounted light of a handgun protruding from under the front passenger seat. In response, all occupants were promptly instructed to exit the vehicle. A subsequent search revealed a loaded 9mm handgun with two hollow point rounds and eleven ball rounds, as well as a quantity of narcotics. Further investigation by Patrolman Maliff and Patrolman Campolei revealed the firearm was stolen out of Atlanta, Georgia and led to the detention of all vehicle occupants. The juveniles were later released to their parents, and the case was subsequently referred to the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office. As a result of their proactive investigation and their adept application of training and experience, an illegal firearm was successfully removed from our streets, contributing to a safer community.
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Photo courtesy Manchester Schools MANCHESTER – There were many notable recognitions from MTMS this month starting with the Students of the Month Leah Knorr and Mackenzie Tordik. Both students are veteran members of the Mustang Mentors Group at MTMS. They are leaders among the group to both the mentees and other mentors. They demonstrate empathy and kindness while at the same time modeling appropriate social behaviors. Additionally, they both help to facilitate activities that encourage and target communication and interpersonal skills. Their participation in the club allows their peers to build friendships with other students throughout the school community. The MTMS Middle School Chorus and Mrs. Sherman were then recognized by the BOE, and District Administration, while also being presented certificates and gift bags by our Military Liaison, for participating in the Lakehurst Tree Lighting Ceremony on the Joint Base. They did a beautiful job and were a wonderful addition to the event. MTMS Student Athletes of the Month Dylan Castles and Olivia Ferrara were then
recognized for both being a great representation of what it means to be a student athlete. They are both 8th grade leaders of our Wrestling and Cheerleading teams respectfully, work just as hard in the classroom as they do in the athletic arena, and serve as excellent examples to our younger student/athletes. Congratulations to Manchester Township High School Athletes of the Month Alexandra and Austin! Alexandra Spear is a 3-year wrestler who has helped to lead our 12-member team into a new era here at MTHS. Named Captain, Alex currently has nine wins, took 3rd at the Lady Patriot Tournament and 4th in the Shore Conference Tournament this past Monday. Austin Mitrosky is a 4-year participant, also Captain and started the season with nine straight wins before an OT loss at Cinnaminson. Austin finished 5th at the Shore Conference Tournament. Alexandra and Austin both model hard work, discipline, and strong leadership for the Hawks. Congratulations to all of the Manchester Township High School Students of the Month!
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!
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“The Beatles From Liverpool To Abbey Road”
WHITING – On April 10 at 1:30 p.m. Crestwood Village 2 Residents Club will present Vinnie Bruno with his presentation of “The Beatles From Liverpool to Abbey Road.” Vinnie is a Beatles Scholar and 60s Rock Historian. They will embark on The Beatles historic journey starting from their early
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Photo courtesy Manchester Schools MANCHESTER – MTES Students of the Month Camila Ramirez, Jack Warga, and Ellie Warga, are three of the youngest MTES Dragons from Mrs. Otto’s preschool class. They are being recognized for their contributions to the school district’s Cereal Wars initiative. Cereal Wars is a district-wide
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Continued From Page 8 stock market crash, the township population again exploded. In 1990, the population was 76,400; ten years later, it was 89,700. By then, the township government was Republican again (we had taken back control in 1980 due to the Democrats’ tax and spend policies of the 1970s). By the late ‘90s, development was again front and center. Two incumbent Republicans - my colleagues on the town committee - narrowly avoided defeat by just several hundred votes in 1999 over the issue. The close vote in 1999 startled local Republicans (we had been winning by very large margins for years) and I served as mayor, the next year, in 2000 and was determined to address the issue of development head on. After taking the oath of office, my first words to our community were “open space.” In that millennium year, I hosted two public open space summits that were attended by many hundreds of people - government officials, civic group representatives, and ordinary citizens. Oddly, the chamber of
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Continued From Page 9 should large families be penalized by our tax code,” said Smith, an avid defender of pro-family and pro-life policies in Congress. “At a time when many are struggling to make ends meet, this legislation will help deliver critical economic relief to large
and best sense of politics: policy. In that clash of policy, Dan Rodrick won in a landslide. Clearly, the people had had enough.
2023 Fast forward to 2023 and the GOP prima-
ry. After four years in office, Mayor Hill and his Council allies were clearly on the side of development. Again, our town was seeing a mixed bag of development issues: residential development, what to do with the Ciba Geigy property, the future of our historic village. Those now infamous two 10 story apartment towers downtown became the crystallizing issue. To his credit, Mo Hill never shied away from the issue and stood his ground. He openly supported the plans for the redevelopment of downtown. He spoke of the need for the township to grow “vertically” - meaning tall buildings. He lauded the town planner for his work upon his retirement - the official who dreamed up the ideas that would have changed the face of downtown Toms River forever. On the other side, stood Dan Rodrick and his long, outspoken record on the Council opposing the development ideas. Hill was on one side of the fence and Rodrick was on the other. It was a clash of the titans, and as I say this in these terms, I do not do so as to people and personalities, or this Republican club or that Republican club - but, instead, in the highest
American families - and those that are still growing - by ensuring the child tax credit work incentives apply equally to families across the board,” Smith said. “China penalizes families based on the number of children they have,” said Smith, who serves as Chairman of the Congressional-Executive Commission on China. “The U.S. should not.”
According to the House Ways and Means Committee, the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act - authored by Rep. Jason Smith (R-MO) - would further enhance the child tax credit by adjusting the tax credit for inflation, provide greater flexibility for taxpayers to use either current- or prior-year income to calculate the child tax credit for the next two years, and incremen-
tally increase the refundable portion of the tax credit through 2025. “I thank my colleague and Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee Jason Smith for his strong commitment to not only boost US competitiveness but also help hardworking families across the country by expanding tax relief to even more families,” Rep. Chris Smith added.
commerce resisted those efforts, declined to participate in the public forums, and it’s president, eyeball to eyeball one day on the steps of Town Hall, flatly told me - “Mark, we’re very disappointed in you.” I pressed on, and made it crystal clear, publicly, that I was a “Teddy Roosevelt Republican” - a Republican in favor of conservation, the environment, and open space, and not a “Rateables Republican” - a Republican beholden to narrow commercial interests and uncontrolled growth. What came out of those efforts in 2000 was an open space tax question of 1.5 cents for the voters to decide that November. As mayor, I vigorously campaigned in favor of the idea. It was overwhelmingly approved in 2000 - 71 percent yes. Every single election district voted in favor of the special tax. (Today, years later, I can proudly say that many hundreds of acres have been preserved in our town with use of those monies.) Clearly, back then, the people had had enough.
The Future Of Our Town So, as we look back on last year, it was a watershed year for our community. The elections were clearly a referendum on development, redevelopment, overdevelopment - however you look at it. I urge not only my fellow Republicans, but all of our townspeople, to look ahead, and to look far, far ahead, and ask: What kind of town do we want for tomorrow? I think that the history of 1970 and 1971, 1999 and 2000, and 2023, all tell us the same thing: most of us, indeed the great “silent majority” of all of us, to borrow the words of Richard Nixon from back when I was a kid, like Toms River just the way it is. If that’s the case, let us preserve and protect it, not change it. Yes, history does repeat itself. J. Mark Mutter Toms River
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HERE’S TO YOUR HEALTH Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
4 Commonly Overlooked Signs Of Hypothyroidism By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
When it comes to safeguarding your well-being, understanding and nurturing the intricate dance of your thyroid gland is critical and I talk about this a lot because my own symptoms were overlooked and I had to cure myself. I wrote a book on the topic “Thyroid Healthy” and created dietary supplements for this problem. Look how easy it is to have a thyroid condition overlooked. there are 4 major signs: 1. Fatigue - The thyroid produces hormones, namely thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3). The T3 is the one that is most biologically active influencing how warm you feel, and how fast you burn off weight. It also is the hormone that makes you feel happy, as happy as what an antidepressant does in your body! Some people have a hard time making T4, or converting it to the more active “happy” T3. I have a supplement at my website for that very problem! Anyway, if you go to doc feeling tired and lethargic, you might be pinned with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, or you might be told you’re just stressed or depressed. 2. Weight Gain - An underactive thyroid may lead to stubborn weight loss, or slow weight gain. But the point is your thyroid gland is a fat burner, and as such if it is “asleep” and not pumping out enough T4 (or not converting it to T3), or not getting into the cell, then weight gain will be present. 3. Itchy Skin and Broken Nails - Dry
or itchy skin, brittle hair, and broken nails? This is another way to see in your appearance the condition of hypothyroidism. Also, losing the outer edges of your eyebrows is telltale. 4. Mental Health Issues - Thyroid imbalances may cast a shadow of depression, anxiety, and brain fog over your daily activities. Insomnia too! Some doctors are quick to address this with medications. But those are virtually impossible to get off of! But if you’ve never experienced mental health issues, think of thyroid illness before the drugs. In my book about thyroid (sold on Amazon) I mention lots of herbs and supplements that you can take. Other things you can do include the simplest such as seeing an endocrinologist that really listens to you, and has a good track record of treating thyroid disease. Not all doctors have this type of experience, they just prescribe one pill for you and keep upping the dose. That’s not good. You can and should start eating better and exercising to your level. I would consider natural remedies and vitamins that are known to improve the activation of T3. Finally, I would share your issues and health problems with a trusted loved one or friend. Keep a journal or app on your phone to help you remember daily symptoms. The more support you have, the better. I have a longer version of this article with some free resources available on my website, suzycohen.com.
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The recent snowstorm at the Jersey Shore created some headaches for travel – unless you were on foot and taking pics! This one was captured by Toni Pasquale at Crossley Preserve in Berkeley. Have a photo of the Jersey Shore you would like to see in this space? Email it to photos@jerseyshoreonline.com and you may win a prize!
Valentine’s Sweetheart Dance
WHITING – Love is in the air! Join for a magical Valentine’s Sweetheart Dance on February 17 from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. at Harmony Hall. Brought to you by the Crestwood Village 2 Residents Club. Featuring DJ Johnny. Get ready to celebrate the season of love as we cordially invite you to the enchanting Valentine’s Dance! This romantic evening promises to be filled with music, laughter,
and unforgettable memories. Whether you’re dancing the night away with a special someone or enjoying the festivities with friends, the Valentine’s Dance is the perfect place to celebrate love in all its forms. Cost is $10. Snacks, beverages, dessert, coffee, and tea. Tickets on sale every Wednesday from 10 to 12 p.m. For information call Linda 201-600-4175.
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Ortley Beach/Seaside - Waterfront 3 bedroom 2 bath with superb sunsets from your patio/deck and bayfront private home. Freshly painted interior with new flooring...very clean and quiet. $2,500 w/ Possible Boat Slip 908-278-5491. (11)
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Part-time Custodian/Maintenance for 55+ community - Monday thru Friday mornings - 8 a.m. to noon. Some experience as custodian or similar role preferred. Familiar with basic handyman practices. Attention to detail. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and follow written work orders as directed. Apply in confidence to 732-506-6616. (8)
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Experienced Receptionist Needed - for a busy veterinary hospital, bilingual spanish speaker, Team worker, has phone and good communication skills. 732-577-0066. (10)
Items Wanted COSTUME/ESTATE JEWELRY Looking to buy costume/ estate jewelry, old rosaries and religious medals, all watches and any type of sterling silver, bowls, flatware candlesticks or jewelry. Same day house calls and cash on the spot. 5 percent more with this AD. Call Peggy at 732-581-5225. (t/n) $$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ Jewelry and watches, costume jewelry, sterling silver, silverplate, medals, military items, antiques, musical instruments, pottery, fine art, photographs, paintings, statues, old coins, vintage toys and dolls, rugs, old pens and postcards, clocks, furniture, bric-a-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid. Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius. 732-364-7580. (t/n) Vinyl Records Wanted - Paying cash for LP albums. Rock, Reggae, Blues, Jazz. Also buying Comic Books . Call Rick 908-616-7104. (t/n) CASH PAID!! LP records - stereos, musical instruments, guitar, saxophone, CD’s, reel tapes, music related items. Come to you. 732-804-8115. (44) Entire Estates Bought - Bedroom/dining sets, dressers, cedar chests, wardrobes, secretaries, pre-1950 wooden furniture, older glassware, oriental rugs, paintings, bronzes, silver, bric-a-brac. Call Jason at 609-970-4806. (t/n) Cash - Top dollar, paid for junk, cars running and nonrunning, late model salvage, cars and trucks, etc. 732-928-3713. (t/n) U s e d G u n s Wa n t e d - A l l types: collectibles, military, etc. Call 917-681-6809. (t/n) CASH, CASH, CASH! - Instant cash paid for junk cars, trucks, vans. Free removal of any metal items. Discount towing. Call Dano 732-239-3949. ( t/n) I Buy Records - 33/45. Cash paid. Call Eddie first! 732-829-5908 anytime. Travel to you fast deals! (41)
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Seeking Responsible Individual With Good Phone Skills - Experience In Hvac & Permits A Plus. Filing/Answering Phones/ Scheduling/Permits/Ordering Parts/ Customer Service. Great Work Environment. $15/Hour 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday. Paid Holidays. Call Care Temp Heating & AC at 732-349-1448 Or Fax Resume To 732-349-6448. (t/n) Bus Driver NEEDED! - Flexible Scheduling. Perfect for Retiree in Retirement Community. CDL w/ Passenger endorsement required. Call SilverWoods Clubhouse for more information at 732-341-4825. (t/n) Certified Home Health Aides - Needed for Ocean County area. Hourly and live-in positions avail. P/T and F/T. Call CCC at 732-206-1047. (t/n) Laundromat Attendant - For FT/ PT Good communication skills, math and min computer knowledge. Transportation needed. Long term commitment only. 732-286-1863. (t/n) R.C. Shea and Associates is seeking to hire a paralegal with civil/commercial litigation experience as well as an administrative assistant. Pay and benefits commensurate with experience. Please call Pam Williams, office manager at (732) 505-1212 or email at pwilliams@rcshea.com (t/n) Lifeguards/Badge Checkers/PT Laborer - Borough of Ocean Gate. Apply: Municipal Building or download application. 801 Ocean Gate Ave. Ocean Gate, NJ 08740. c/o Clerk. (9)
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Crestwood Village 5 Resident Club Upcoming Events
WHITING – Crestwood Village 5 Resident Club has announced the following upcoming events: March 1: Mardi Gra Dance from 7 to 11 p.m. Music by DJ Billy Phillips. Cost is $10 in advance; $12 at door. April 6: Latin and American music from 7 to 11 p.m. Music by Alfredo Cunha and Eddie. Cost is $10 in advance; $12 at door. April 10: Karaoke from 6 to 9 p.m. Music
by Howie. Cost is $5 includes a snack and soft drink. May 3 from 7 to 11 p.m. Music by Joey D and Johnny B playing doo wop, oldies, motown and more. Cost is $10 in advance; $12 at door. May 20: Tribute to Elvis Show by Evan Mills from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Cost is $10 includes a snack and soft drink. Cutoff date to purchase tickets May 14. No tickets sold at the door.
Village 2 Residents Club Annual Soup Luncheon
WHITING – Crestwood Village 2 Residents Club Annual Soup Luncheon will be on March 13 from 12 to 3 p.m. at Harmony Hall. Come out a join for a hot bowl of homemade soup, salad, and dessert! You can choose from a variety of soups.
Cost is $6 for members; $7 for non-members. Tickets sold every Wednesday and Friday from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at Harmony Hall through March 6. No tickets will be sold at the door. For additional information call Linda T. at 201-600-4175.
June 2 from 7 to 11 p.m. Music by Don Pesce. Cost is $10 in advance; $12 at door. July 7 from 7 to 11 p.m. Music by DJ Louie. Cost is $10 in advance; $12 at door. August 2 from 7 to 11 p.m. Music by “40 North country band.” Cost is $15. No tickets sold at the door. If you purchase a ticket you are entitle to one free line dance session on one of the following: Mondays from 6 to 7 p.m. July 8, 15, 22 and 29. Must call to make
reservation and please bring your ticket to get punched. All events include: snacks, soft drinks, bottled water, coffee regular and decaf, dessert and tea. All events are non-refundable unless canceled. Purchase tickets every Tuesday from 10 a.m. till 12 p.m. at Crestwood Village 5, 325 Schoolhouse Road, Whiting. Call Debbie at 201-618-8514 for more information.
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
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Manchester Man Faces 30-Year Sentence For String Of Bias Crimes
By Bob Vosseller MANCHESTER – A township resident is facing the possibility of three decades in jail after pleading guilty to terrorism according to Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer. Dion Marsh, 28, will be sentenced on March 22. At that time the State will be seeking a term of 30 years New Jersey State Prison without the possibility of parole, police said. On April 8, 2022, Marsh committed a serious of crimes. It began when he approached a stopped vehicle in Lakewood and attempted to open the door. The driver locked the door and pulled away. Marsh reached through the open window and attempted to hold on to the vehicle as it was in motion; the vehicle traveled approximately one city block before he finally let go. Minutes later, Lakewood police responded to a carjacking. Marsh had assaulted the driver, stolen the car, and sped off. A few hours later, a male pedestrian was crossing Kimball Road at Central Avenue at 5:20 p.m. when he was struck by a car which fled the scene. He only suffered minor injuries. Five minutes later, a man reported that his son had been approached by a driver. The driver, later identified as Marsh, attempted to grab boy and pull him into the vehicle, but was unsuccessful. Lakewood Police received a report at 6 p.m. of a pedestrian being struck by a motor vehicle. The victim was treated for his injuries and released. Around 6:55 p.m., Lakewood Police responded to a 911 call in reference to a stabbing in the vicinity of Pine Circle Drive and Lakewood New Egypt Road. They discovered a male victim with a stab wound to his chest who was taken to Jersey Shore University Medical Center, where he where he was treated for his injuries and released. Jackson police responded to a 911 call at 8:20 p.m. concerning a pedestrian struck by a car in the area of Galassi Court. Responding Officers were able to determine that the male victim had been struck by the same vehicle that was stolen in the Lakewood carjacking incident earlier in the day. This victim was taken to Jersey Shore University Medical Center where he was treated and later moved to a rehabilitation facility, and later released. Detectives from the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit and Manchester Township Police Department arrested Marsh at his residence on April 8, 2022 in Manchester Township without incident. Marsh was initially charged with numerous criminal offenses, including multiple counts of Attempted Murder, Carjacking, Attempted Carjacking, Attempted Kidnapping, Weapons offenses, and Bias Intimidation. Based upon the facts and circumstances surrounding this series of incidents, Ocean County Prosecutor Billhimer additionally sought the approval of Attorney General Matthew Platkin to charge Marsh with Terrorism; accordingly, Marsh was charged with Terrorism on April 14, 2022. Marsh has been lodged in the Ocean County Jail since the date of his arrest, April 8, 2022. Billhimer said, “the evidence marshaled through the course of this investigation led us to the unmistakable conclusion that these brazen, violent acts were carried out with the purpose of terrorizing the Jewish community in Lakewood and Jackson Townships.” “Let no one question our resolve when it comes to fighting hatred and bigotry. To those who would seek to terrorize innocent citizens in Ocean County, our message is simple and
clear: we will pursue you, prosecute you, and ultimately convict you,” he added. The Prosecutor said, “we will do everything within our power to send you to prison for a very long time. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, hate has no home in Ocean County.” “I wish to commend all the law enforcement agencies involved in this investigation, whose combined efforts and teamwork led to this defendant’s swift apprehension - and more
than likely saved lives,” Prosecutor Billhimer concluded. He acknowledged the efforts of Chief Trial Attorney Michael Weatherstone, who is handling the case on behalf of the State, as well as the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit, Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Victim Witness Advocacy Unit, Lakewood Police, Lakewood Detective Bureau, Jackson Police, Manchester Police,
Ocean County Sheriff’s Office Crime Scene Investigation Unit, Ocean County Sheriff’s Office K-9 Unit, New Jersey State Police, Federal Bureau of Investigation, United States Marshals Service, and New Jersey Department of Homeland Security and Preparedness, for their collective efforts in connection with this investigation leading to Marsh’s apprehension, guilty plea, and soon his very lengthy state prison sentence.
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FARMINGDALE – It’s that time of year! On February 9, OHI is hosting its 21st annual Valentine’s Day Fundraiser. And this time, the theme is Masquerade Ball. Held at Eagle Oaks Golf and Country Club, the event is set to be a swanky and glamorous affair, bedazzled in rhinestones and covered in glitter. All guests are expected to wear a unique mask to add to the ambiance and make the night truly special and unforgettable. Aside from the theme, patrons can expect all the usual tricks and treats: a sumptuous meal, hours of dancing, testing their luck at the casino, a silent auction and 50/50, and raffle prizes available to all. At face value, events like this seem like just a big party we throw for our friends and family. But they actually serve a really important purpose. Ocean Health Initiatives works constantly in pursuit of its mission to provide the highest quality care to all of its patients, even if they can’t afford to pay a dime for their services. Many of our patients are comprised of the poorest and most vulnerable people in our community: low-income households, struggling families, veterans, migrants. Proceeds from fundraisers like our Valentine’s Day Event are critical to making this mission possible by giving our organization a bit more wiggle room to purchase new equipment and supplies, pay our employee’s salaries,
Photo courtesy OHI and cover some overhead costs. Healthcare in the United States is very expensive - and when patients aren’t charged for the care they receive, someone has to make up for the balance on the ledger. While we do receive funding from government agencies and grants, these alone are not enough to maintain our patients’ needs or expand into new communities and new services. Donations from our community not only bolster our financial situation but also show us the encouragement we need to keep going. In many ways, it is largely thanks to your unwavering support that OHI is able to thrive and keep our patients healthy. If you’ve been enticed to purchase a ticket to this year’s event, they are still available! And even if you’re too busy that night, you can still donate to the cause by visiting our website, ohinj.square.site. We’d love to see you there!
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OMARR’S ASTROLOGICAL FOR THE WEEK OF FEB 3- FEB 9 BY JERALDINE SAUNDERS FORECAST ARIES (March 21-April 19): If the spotlight is on you, you could be put on the spot. Even if you have not done anything wrong, your integrity could be questioned or doubted. Romantic misunderstandings may need careful handling. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Focus on achieving your dreams. To promote a dynamic change put your heart into it without being controversial or disrupting the status quo. It isn’t necessary to work alone when cooperative people are nearby. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You might circle back and rethink some of your decisions later this week. You may realize you have been influenced by a partner’s viewpoint or have been following the herd when it comes to life choices. CANCER (June 21-July 22): It might be difficult to incorporate change into your long-term objectives in the upcoming week. Other people could seem uncommitted or may distract you from your plans. A loved one’s mood may go to extremes. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Changes and unpredictable people can be exciting or stressful but might open your eyes to something new. This week a boost to your popularity can make it easier to attract opportunities by capitalizing on your personality. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Romantic fantasies may be a source of inspiration but could fade away into oblivion if you face up to reality. You might not enjoy red tape, but you might notice that it can sometimes help hold things together.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Timeliness and punctuality can be revealing of executive capacity, the person’s level of respect, or only of current stress load. Still, if someone is late or forgets to call as promised you might question their sincerity or feel less certain. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): A surprising choice might bring up questions of commitment in the week ahead. If a relationship breaks down it might be time to move on, it’s hard to resolve a frequency mismatch unless both of you uplevel in the same way. S A G IT TA R IU S (N ov. 2 2 - D ec. 21): New friends may spark an interest in gaining recognition for your creative artistry or expertise in a special interest. Make headway by being a knowledgeable person with the answers to someone’s questions. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Even small kindnesses can make big things happen. Make a conscious effort to be sincere, cooperative, and honest during the week to come. Don’t let any doubts about loyalty disrupt a solid relationship. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): One or more surprises may cross your path. Changes to your family schedule can force you to be more flexible and accommodating as the week unfolds as you might need to adjust to new viewpoints or timetables. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You have to dig deep to be cheerful, optimistic, and empowering toward others when you aren’t feeling your best. Every doubt and worry is magnified if you are melting down. Recharge via good self-care.
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