2024-06-22 - The Brick Times

Unified Sports Spreads Message Of Inclusion

By Alyssa Riccardi BRICK –

On the surface, it may look like a normal kickball game.

But the Unified Sports teams at Brick Schools are actively advocating for inclusion, acceptance, fun, friendship, and most importantly, love.

The Unifi ed Sports Teams at both Brick Memorial High School and Brick Township High School are changing the world “one kickball game at a

time,” the district said.

This year, the BTHS Dragons had the highest turnout with 23 Athletes and 24 Partners. Gathering weekly to practice, new friendships were made – showing what unified is all about.

“Unified Sports continues to be a wonderful experience for both our student partners and athletes as our Dragons continue to embody our school’s vision of an inclusive

school community,” BTHS Principal David Kasyan said.

The BMHS Mustangs

spent the season fundraising and using the money for the fi rst ever Unified Sports Award & Scholarship.

In addition, BMHS students promoted inclusion by decorating classroom doors in the building to display the message of inclusion and acceptance. They also participated in the Local POAC Walk with Team Alex as well as the Annual Step Up For The Arc Walk with Team Brick Schools, raising awareness towards all developmental

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Coaches and partners supported the athletes.

Parkway Noise Worse For Neighbors

By Judy Smestad-Nunn

BRICK - When the Garden State Parkway was widened near Interchange 91, residents living in a nearby condominium complex said the project has negatively impacted their standard of living and even their health.

The project, which ran from 2014 to its completion in 2017, was designed to im-

prove safety by restoring full-width shoulders, improving sight distances and removing obstructions between mileposts 83 and 100.

Part of the improvements for the roadway included creating a drainage basin in the median near Interchange 91, which was clear cut, and as a result, the homes at

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First Responders Celebrated For Couarage

By Stephanie Faughnan

TOMS RIVER - The 200 Club of Ocean County shone a light on bravery and dedication at their 35th Annual Awards Reception. Over two dozen local fi rst responders and a Berkeley councilman

received recognition for their courage and unwavering commitment to the safety of Ocean County residents.

The evening began with the Ocean County Sheriff’s Department’s Color Guard presenting the colors. Ocean

County Prosecutor Bradley Billhimer, the county’s chief law enforcement officer, was among the officials who acknowledged the contributions of the honorees. Senator Carmen Amato (R-9) presented resolutions to the award recipients on behalf of

the state legislature.

Valor In The Face Of Danger

Sgt. Paul Bachovchin of the Manchester Police Department stood out for his courageous actions during a tense standoff with an armed, (200 Club- See Page 5)

Athletes took to the field to compete in the annual Brick vs. Brick games.

Photos courtesy VisionTech

Photo by Judy Smestad-Nunn

Hundreds of trees once stood on the side of the Garden State Parkway where there is now a detention basin.

EMTs Ross Caruso and Evan LaValle, alongside Lakewood Police Officers Kevin Jacobs and Joseph Rusk with Senator Carmen Amato, Ocean County Prosecutor Brad Billhimer, and 200 Club of Ocean Trustees.

Photo by Stephanie Faughnan

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disabilities.

The Unified Sports Teams played against Toms River East at the Field of Dreams in the Unified Kickball Season opener, and then ended the amazing season with the annual Brick vs. Brick games.

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Evergreen Woods, located just a stone’s throw from the busy roadway, have been opened to the noise and pollution from cars traveling in both directions.

One of three homeowners from Evergreen Woods - John Sluka, Michele Spector and Stephen Brill - has attended nearly every council meeting since that time, advocating for a sound wall to mitigate the added sound and exhaust smoke coming from the Parkway.

The community does not qualify for a sound wall because the criteria to build one has not been met: travel lanes were not moved closer to the homes and a sound study conducted by the county determined that there was no additional sound mitigation needed.

During the most recent council meeting,

“It was a great evening watching our Unified teams from both high schools compete and participate in one of the best events of the school year. The smiles and the comradery is unmatched when it comes to inclusion and friendships,” BMHS Prin-

cipal Edward Sarluca said. Brick Schools Director of Special Services Jennifer Grenger expressed her proud feelings towards the district’s Unified Sports program.

“Unified Sports Teams at both Brick Memorial High School and Brick Township High School have been busy spreading

Brill - an Evergreen Woods resident of 20 years - said the situation has gotten worse since the recent removal of trees and bushes from the north- and southbound lanes.

“The center median was clear-cut to install a detention basin that never has retained water,” he said. “Many of the remaining trees along the shoulder with Evergreen Woods have since died, further increasing both the visual and noise pollution.”

Brill said he is not suggesting that a sound barrier be built at the expense of Brick Township, but rather that the township “employ all its resources to research viable alternatives to mitigate both noise and visual pollution,” and have the state government pressure the NJ Turnpike Authority to correct the situation.

At a previous council meeting, Township Business Administrator Joanne Bergin reviewed “how many emails, how many meetings, how many people we met with,

how much lobbying we did” over the last ten years, and reminded everyone that in 2019, “at our expense, at the cost of $52,250, we paid for a noise study” to provide the data that sound mitigation was needed.

If the noise levels exceeded the allowable threshold at the six locations at the southbound side of the Parkway, Bergin said they would take the results of the report to get something done.

The independent contractor who conducted the study found that the sound levels were below the Federal Highway Administration and the NJ DEP threshold for noise impact, she said.

The noise study was directed by the three Evergreen Woods residents, who said where the machine should be, how close it should be to the homes. “They were very involved in that study,” Bergin said.

The township administration does not

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this important message. Similar to Eunice Kennedy Shriver, the founder of the Special Olympics, the participants at both schools are truly changing the world,” Grenger said. The district thanked Coach Nicole Panucci, BMHS and Judy Defrancisci and their team of Unified staff for creating this great opportunity for students.

have a lot of options now, Bergin said. There is only one other example in New Jersey of a community, in East Brunswick, that wanted a noise barrier where it did not meet the criteria.

“How that was resolved is that the residents who requested the noise wall paid for it through a special assessment, so we also talked about not going down that route,” she said.

She said there is not enough justification for the township to continue to meet with the NJ Turnpike Authority when all the options have been exhausted.

Councilwoman Marianna Pontoriero said the situation at Evergreen Woods has a complicated history and thanked Bergin for reminding her about the “lack of the objective evidence which was required to get to the next level.”

The next council meeting will be on Tuesday, June 25 at 7 p.m.

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suicidal individual.

“The Manchester Police Department received a call from a representative of a local Addiction Treatment Center, alerting them to a life-threatening situation,” said 200 Club of Ocean County President David G. Paulus. “Involving an individual who was traveling from Maryland to their location, claiming he was going to take his own life.”

Paulus said the individual was armed with a .22 caliber fi rearm, and when he stopped on a local road, he pointed it at his own head. Bachovchin was credited with persuading the individual to drop the fi rearm without harming himself.

“The sergeant utilized de-escalation training, maintained his composure, displayed patience, discipline, and good judgment,” summed up Paulus. “And with compassion and empathy, effectively saved the man’s life.”

First responders from Lakewood took center stage for an amazing act of quick response. EMTs Ross Caruso and Evan LaValle, alongside Lakewood Police Officers Kevin Jacobs and Joseph Rusk, received Valor Awards for their selfless act of bravery in rescuing a victim from a fully engulfed burning vehicle.

Caruso and LaValle were traveling in the area of the reported call for the vehicle fi re on Route 70 and were the fi rst on the scene. Upon their arrival, they noticed a person was trapped underneath the overturned, fully engulfed vehicle.

“The crew attempted to remove the victim, but his lower extremities were pinned beneath the roof of the car and the ground,” Paulus said.

The EMTs, together with Officers Jacobs and Rusk attempted to extinguish the flames but were not able to successfully do so because it was fully engulfed. The four lifted the vehicle enough to remove the trapped victim and move them to a safe location where he was then quickly taken to the hospital.

“This was a tragedy that was averted because of the bravery and total disregard of their own personal safety of these officers and EMTs while saving a life,” added Paulus.

Jackson Police Officers Davis DeJesus and Tyler Melnick were commended for their skillful de-escalation tactics during the apprehension of a disturbed individual wielding several knives.

According to Paulus, the two officers responded to a residence where an individual was acting irrationally and refusing to return to a substance abuse rehab center. When DeJesus and Melnick fi rst arrived on the scene, the man was outside. He quickly retreated inside his house and locked himself there with his wife.

“As they (the officers) approached the stairs inside,” said Paulus. “The individual quickly appeared, wielding several knives.” Paulus said the officers covered the subject with their fi rearms and employed outstanding de-escalation techniques, ultimately convincing him to disarm himself and surrender.

“The rational thinking and dialogue of the officers created a successful and peaceful outcome,” Paulus summed up. “And tragedy was averted.”

Lifesaving Actions

The ceremony also acknowledged fi rst responders whose quick thinking and decisive actions made a lifesaving difference.

Patrolman Ryan Saul of the Manchester Police received a Life Saving Award for his swift medical intervention, potentially preventing a tragedy.

Saul responded to a residence following a report that an individual was experiencing significant bleeding from his leg and losing consciousness. The bleeding was attributed to a rare medical disorder. The officer applied a tourniquet to effectively control the bleeding and stabilize the victim for medivac air transportation.

“The quick and adaptive emergency response demonstrated by this patrolman, along with his accurate application of the tourniquet, proved instrumental in saving this person’s life,” said Paulus.

Teamwork among well-trained individuals who were all off-duty saved the life of a man who experienced a heart attack at a local gym. Manchester Township EMT Dylan Tortorelli, Point Pleasant EMT Joshua Menack, and Toms River Police Officers Alex Van Lew and Charles Grainger were lauded for their lifesaving efforts.

“These four random individuals used their individualized training and coordinated with each other to jump into action,” shared Paulus. “They systemically began perform-

ing CPR on the victim with the eventual help of an AED.”

“The victim was brought back to life,” Paulus continued. “He was transported to hospital for treatment, where he was later released. The quick actions of these four individuals saved the man’s life.”

Life-Saving Awards were also presented to Berkeley Patrolman Donald Rowley and Councilman Thomas Grosse for their swift medical assistance during a holiday party. They were able to perform CPR on a gentleman whose family sent a letter in to thank the fi rst responders.

The victim’s family thanked Rowley and Grosse for springing into action without hesitation and for bringing him back to life. Doctors who treated him after his cardiac arrest told him he should have bought a lottery ticket, as he survived, but many others aren’t as lucky.

“But to him, he already won the lottery,” wrote the family. “By being able to see his family again…Last December, our family had our very own Christmas miracle, and that was because of your actions.”

Manchester Police Sgt. Charles Gatnarek and Patrolmen Steven Wendruff, Robert Campolei, and Kamar Gainey received lifesaving awards for apprehending an armed individual during a domestic violence incident.

Responding to a call where a woman reported being stabbed by her son, officers arrived at the scene and swiftly escorted the victim and her husband to safety. Inside the residence, Sgt. Gatnarek observed the (200 Club - See Page 18)

Correspondence & Commentary From Your Local, County, State & Federal Officials

Senate GOP Blocks Bill To Protect In-Vitro Fertilization

Capitol Comments

WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Cory Booker (D-NJ), Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), and Patty Murray (D-WA) called out Senate Republicans’ hypocrisy after nearly every single Republican blocked the Senate Democrats’ Right to IVF Act, despite publicly claiming to support IVF for the millions of Americans who rely on it to build their family. A little more than 10 days away from the second-anniversary of the Supreme Court’s disastrous Dobbs decision that put IVF at risk, Senate Democrats pushed to pass this pro-family, pro-freedom legislative package that would both establish a right to IVF and other assisted reproductive technology (ART), expand access for hopeful parents, veterans and federal employees as well as lower the costs of IVF treatment for middle class

families.

“I am profoundly disappointed that Senate Republicans have voted today to deny countless families the opportunity and the right to make their own deeply personal decisions about starting a family,” said Senator Booker. “I will never stop fighting for the fundamental freedoms of all Americans, and I will continue to advocate for comprehensive reproductive health care that is affordable and accessible to everyone in this country. No family should have to endure hardship to realize their dream of having children. This fight is far from over.”

Booker, Duckworth, and Murray joined IVF patients, providers and advocates in coordination with RESOLVE and the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) for a press conference to underscore the urgent need to pass the Right to IVF Act as Republicans continue their anti-choice, anti-science crusade. Building on the lawmakers’ previous efforts to protect and strengthen access to

IVF, the Right to IVF Act included updated and enhanced versions of:

Senator Booker’s Access to Infertility Treatment and Care Act, which would increase affordability of fertility care - including IVF - by requiring employer-sponsored insurance plans and other public insurance plans to cover fertility treatments. Additionally, it would standardize a baseline of high-quality fertility treatment coverage under private health insurance plans, while protecting Americans against excessive out-of-pocket costs.

Senator Duckworth’s Access to Family Building Act, which would establish a nationwide right for patients to access IVF and other ART services, a right for doctors to provide IVF treatment in accordance with medical standards as well as a right for insurance carriers to cover IVF without prohibition, limitation, interference or impediment. By establishing a statutory right, this would pre-empt any state effort to limit such access and ensuring no hopeful parent - or their doctors - are punished for trying to start or grow a family.

In February, Senator Duckworth sought

unanimous consent to pass this legislation and Republican U.S. Senator of Mississippi Cindy Hyde-Smith blocked it.

Senator Murray’s Veteran Families Health Services Act, which would expand the fertility treatments and family-building services that are covered under servicemembers’ and Veterans’ health care to include - among other things - the option for individuals to cryopreserve their gametes (freeze their eggs or sperm) ahead of deployment to a combat zone and in vitro fertilization (IVF) for servicemembers and veterans who are unable to conceive without assistance.

In March, Senator Murray sought unanimous consent to pass this legislation and Republican U.S. Senator of Oklahoma James Lankford blocked it.

Senator Duckworth’s Family Building FEHB Fairness Act, which would require Federal Employees Health Benefit (FEHB) Program - the largest employer-sponsored health insurance plan in the world - carriers to cover IVF and ART to help more hardworking Americans start and grow their families.

State Supporting Major Film Studio Development

From The Desk Of The Governor

TRENTON - The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) Board approved tax credits under the Aspire Program for 1888 Studios in Bayonne. The studio, developed by Togus Urban Renewal, will be the largest and first campus-style film and television studio facility in the Northeast, and will occupy 58 acres of land just minutes from New York City.

“With support from the NJEDA’s Aspire program, the development of transformative projects across the Garden State is revitalizing communities and creating thousands of good-paying jobs,” said Governor Phil Murphy. “The development of 1888 Studios in Bayonne furthers my administration’s goal of establishing the state as a leader in movie and television production, helping small businesses and municipalities reap the benefits of local production.”

“1888 Studios exemplifies the type of projects that are being attracted to New Jersey by Governor Murphy’s support for film and digital media production. The incomparable

resources and logistical and artistic assets New Jersey offers are contributing to the industry’s momentum in the state, creating thousands of jobs, and enhancing the revitalization of communities and small businesses,” said NJEDA Chief Executive Officer Tim Sullivan.

1888 Studios is considered a transformative project under the Aspire Program and was approved for an award of up to 50 percent of the total project cost, not to exceed $400 million.

The development will contain 17 buildings encompassing over 1.5 million square feet of end-to-end film production services, including 23 mega-powered smart sound stages ranging from 18,000 to 60,000 square feet with 40- to 50-foot-high ceilings, more than 350,000 square feet of production support space, outdoor backlot space, amenities, office spaces, mills, lighting and grip facilities, a parking garage, and storage.

In addition to the studio space, the development will also include over five acres of public space, featuring a waterfront walkway adjacent to the Newark Bay and a public park. Construction is expected to be completed in 2026.

In May, the NJEDA designated 1888 Studios as a Film-Lease Partner Facility, which commits the developer to occupying the facility

for at least five years and grants future tenants eligibility to apply for increased tax credits for projects filmed at the facility under the Film and Digital Media Tax Credit program.

“Today’s announcement is the affirmation of 1888 Studios’ ability to hasten and secure the transformation of New Jersey’s film industry from a regional leader to a global powerhouse. Governor Murphy and the state legislature equipped the NJEDA, under the leadership of Tim Sullivan, with the Aspire economic development tool to identify and evaluate capital projects of strategic significance to New Jersey’s economic future. We are grateful that the culmination of the Agency’s extensive analysis of the 1888 Studios project is approval to earn Aspire credits over time as we build with New Jersey’s excellent construction crews and suppliers a facility that will serve as a powerful force of attraction for the film industry’s direct investment, technological innovation and job creation for thousands of New Jerseyans,” said Arpad “Arki” Busson, Chairman of Togus Urban Renewal. “Governor Murphy’s ambition to create good paying, lasting jobs in New Jersey communities and diversify the economy across the state remains the driving force behind the film industry’s expansion, which now includes the realization of 1888 Studios. New Jersey’s film industry growth strategy, centered on competitive film, television and

digital media tax credits and the development of production facility infrastructure, continues to deliver enviable results in a challenging, competitive environment. On behalf of 1888 Studios, we are enormously honored to have the opportunity to contribute to New Jersey’s long term prosperity, which would not be possible without the support of Governor Murphy, Senator Raj Mukherji, Senator John McKeon, Assemblywoman Eliana Pintor Marin and Mayor Jimmy Davis.”

Aspire is a place-based economic development program created under the New Jersey Economic Recovery Act of 2020 (ERA) to support mixed-use, transit-oriented development with tax credits to commercial and residential real estate development projects that have financing gaps. As a performance-based program, projects must certify that all commitments established at time of approval have been met before receiving their first disbursement of tax credits. 1888 Studios is the second transformative project approved under the new Aspire rules, which the NJEDA adopted in November 2023.

In line with Governor Murphy’s and the NJEDA’s commitment to fiscal responsibility and transparency, the Aspire program rules include provisions, such as a gap financing review and excess revenue sharing requirements, to ensure tax credits are awarded responsibly.

Senator Cory Booker

Phil Murphy

OPINIONS & COMMENTARY

EDITORIAL

Town Meetings Aren’t Real Life

Looking back on years of being a local reporter, I’ve discovered a misconception – within my profession and with the public. And that is the importance of town meetings. This applies to Board of Education meetings as well, but I’m going to refer to them as town meetings throughout this editorial.

A town meeting becomes a bubble. People within the bubble think that the entire town is represented in that little meeting. That’s simply not true.

Most people go through their day, go to work, watch TV, talk to a few people, and then do the same thing the next day. They have no clue what happens at town meetings. They don’t even know who their elected representatives are. When I write about what happens at meetings, I’ll often explain what an ordinance or resolution is because I didn’t know what these things were until I had it explained to me, too.

Real life is what people can see. Traffic on their way somewhere. The increased costs at the grocery store. Their neighbors doing something illegal. These are the things people know about. These are the things people care about.

Toms River has seen some big political struggles this year. But if you watch the meetings online – before the town deletes them, that is –you’ll see there’s only maybe 400 viewers. In a town of 90,000 people, there’s just 400 people watching, and the same 20 or 30 people that

actually show up.

The Toms River Board of Education has even fewer people watching, and that board additionally serves the populations of Beachwood, Pine Beach, and South Toms River. The last meeting I watched had 30 views. No one cares unless there’s a huge controversy. There’s actually a huge issue going on with the Toms River schools right now – their lack of funding from the state. I guess that issue isn’t interesting enough to people to tune in.

I’ve seen politicians give big presentations during town meetings. Give big speeches. They don’t realize that the only people who hear this are a few hundred people. A drop in the bucket of their entire constituency. I’ve seen members of the public make valid points, and some yell angrily. But the only people who hear it are the same few hundred people. That might sound like a lot of people but it’s not. In some ways, it’s preaching to the choir. The political insiders and those few people in the know already understand the issues. You’re not reaching any new ears. Everyone who watches a few meetings figures out what’s going on pretty quickly. They’re all in the bubble with you.

The tens of thousands of other people in town have no idea what you’re talking about.

Chris Lundy News Editor

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Thank You For Your Vote

Regina and I would like to thank all the Democrats, unaffiliated voters and Republicans who voted for us. The Democratic County Committee and leadership rejected our bid for the party line in a vote of 174 to 51. Yet the voters have shown that the county committee and leadership are seriously out of line with the Democrats in Ocean County in this split victory for us.

Democrats are tired of the Democratic County leadership’s collusion with George Gilmore, and they have spoken. The lawsuit of Congressman Andy Kim has changed the Democratic primary ballot that will increase democracy for every Democratic primary election from now on.

We are looking forward to the general election and will ask every Democrat, Unaffiliated voter and Republican to vote for Regina. We will ask every voter to join us in this quest to stop the high taxes, ridiculous purchases, and the bossism of George Gilmore.

In the last three years, the County Commissioners have raised taxes 24.8 percent even though they used federal American Rescue Plan Act funds of $103 million!

The County Commissioners refuse to have a permanent shelter for the homeless even though they purchased a voting system in 2023 for $10 million that duplicated the votes in six districts in four towns in Monmouth County in 2022! And this does not seem to be a system wide problem outside Monmouth County. Just how reliable can it be?

And they also purchased a fi rearm range in Little Egg Harbor in 2023 for $10.5 million even though it was assessed at 100 percent at $5.4 million!

The County Commissioners have now formed a commission for the homeless! The County Commissioners have their priorities mixed up. A commission

should have been established to look at the need for a new voting system and firearm range, but a permanent shelter for the homeless should have been made!

The County Commissioner meetings are held at four o’clock in the afternoon when it is inconvenient for most residents to attend. It is time that a video of the County Commissioner meetings be available on Youtube or some other media so that Ocean County residents can understand how their taxes are spent in a budget of more than $565 million!

Again, thank you!

Regina Discenza and Joseph Lamb

The Decline Of Patriotism

The evident decline of patriotism in our area recently is of tremendous concern to some of us. Here are three quick examples, though more could be cited.

First, regarding the “Patriotic Rock” on Route 539 in Manchester, the one decorated beautifully with the painted American flag. This rock was vandalized not once, but twice recently. Thomas Sarno, a retired New York city police officer, and Laurie Lamola, a USAF veteran, worked very hard for several days to remove the tar after the first time, only to have the rock abused again by those who may or may not realize that it’s a crime to deface the American flag. The shameful defacing of our flag pained many, but especially local veterans as it occurred during the time of year near Armed Forces Day and Memorial Day.

On the very day the Patriotic Rock was pronounced fully restored, May 19th, a fi rst-time event took place at the Whiting Town Center parking lot. My fiancee and I did not attend the event but we were going for our weekly meal at the Heritage Restaurant and had to pass through the

tents and booths of this event (we estimate 300-400 were in attendance) to get to the Heritage. Though this event fi lled up the entire Whiting Town Center parking lot, all the way from the entrance on Route 530 to the other end of the lot by the Book store, there was not one American flag to be seen anywhere! Not one! This neglect made us sad, and we were not alone. (We do, however, commend the Heritage for their patriotic display inside the foyer of their restaurant! Too bad there was none of it in that event outside).

One more example of the decline of patriotism in our area. In early May there was the annual “National Day of Prayer” and I think that everyone from every church and denomination in Whiting would agree that America needs prayer!! Yet precious few churches remembered the day, failing to direct their congregations to call upon God for our spiritual needs in a concentrated manner. Some who used to do this faithfully in years past made no mention of the day in their service the Sunday before, this time around. Prayer for one’s nation is not just a spiritual duty, but a patriotic one! The excuse that “Covid changed everything” is no good reason for a church dropping the “National Day of Prayer” because God’s Word hasn’t changed and neither has the fi rst Thursday of May been changed from being a day of intensified intercession.

In closing, the 80th anniversary of D-Day is June 6th. Flag Day is June 14th, and of course Independence Day is the 4th of July. Perhaps we can use these occasions to begin to reverse the decline of patriotism in our area?

Chet Jelinski Whiting

Real RINOs

Beware of people who are oblivious to the obvious. People who lose an elec-

tion, and believe they won. Not based on evidence. But based on what they “feel.” I am a Conservative. Many Republicans today delude themselves by calling me a RINO (Republican In Name Only). True Conservatives believe in the Constitution, democracy, and the rule of law. Donald Trump only believes in himself. Every other value, or person, is expendable. Don’t believe me? Pay attention when he speaks. Then watch what he does. Do you really believe if you are loyal to him, you are “special?” If that pitch sounds like a cult, it’s because it is.

Today there are even people in some churches whose words and deeds imitate Donald more than they do Jesus. Like Donald, they mistake bluster for courage. They need to feel like they are brave. But they hate real courage. Remember when Donald referred to John McCain as a loser because he had been captured when his jet was shot down in Vietnam? Donald hated McCain for possessing something Donald lacks completely: character. When McCain was offered an early release because his father was an Admiral, he declined because it violated the military code of being released in order of capture. Can you imagine Donald turning down that deal? You can’t. Donald is incapable of putting anyone, or any ideal, above himself. To not see that, you might be a bright person. But you have surrendered your common sense.

Listen to him talking code to encourage cowards to make anonymous threats, against prosecutors, judges, witnesses, poll workers, political opponents, journalists, or anyone else he feels threatened by. Republicans stuck on Trump (the real RINOs) are stuck on stupid. Will the Party be too?

James Tweed Ocean City

C ommUnitY n eWS

36th Annual Superintendents’ Roundtable Student Recognition Ceremony

BRICK – Francesco Bevacqua, Amaya Dalton, and Ivan Citron were each recognized at the 36th Annual Superintendents’ Roundtable Student Recognition Ceremony with the recipient of the Superintendents Roundtable Award, representing Brick Township High School with prestige and class. Each of these

Photo courtesy Brick Schools individuals received $1,000 as part of their recognition.

The Ocean County Mayor’s Scholarship was also awarded at this ceremony, which was presented Amaya Dalton. This scholarship, in the form of $1,000, is awarded to the student who holds the highest GPA in the graduating class.

Pickpocket Suspects Charged

By Chris Lundy

BRICK – Three people from Paterson were charged with stealing from shoppers in stores using a “distraction pickpocket theft.” Oswaldo Uribe-Acosta, 35, Salvia Beraun-Villanueva, 27, and Oscar Lopez-Salcedo, 58, were charged with theft by unlawful taking, theft of property lost/ mislaid, and computer criminal activity.

Brick Police said one suspect would distract the victim while another suspect would steal wallets and purses from the victim’s shopping cart or even off their person. The suspects would leave the store, change their clothing and hit the next store. There, they

would buy things with stolen credit cards.

These crimes took place in May, police said. The above suspects also had performed the same thefts at other shopping centers throughout the state.

Chief David Forrester commended the Detective Bureau, Stafford Police, Montvale Police, and Cherry Hill Police for their combined and collaborative efforts in connection with this investigation.

Police reminded shoppers to always be aware of your surroundings while shopping and never leave your belongings unattended. Charges are merely accusations until proven in a court of law.

The following information was left out of the May 18 story “Habitat For Humanity: Building Houses And More.” We regret the error. One of the people on the ground floor was the late George Scardena, who helped found the Northern Ocean Habitat for Humanity and served as their first chairman. He opened its thrift store and managed it for the first three years.

Resident Club Flea Market Village 5

WHITING – Come out to the Flea Market on July 20 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. to see what you have been missing out on. They have over 50 friendly vendors. Come on in and check it out our great bargains. If you just want to catch up with your friends, stop by the kitchen for breakfast or lunch

8:30 a.m. till 12:30 p.m. Hope to see you here at 325 Schoolhouse Road, Whiting. The Flea Market is every third Saturday of every month. The next one is August 17. If you are interested in renting a table the cost is $10 per table. Call Ronnie at 908303-7377.

Photo courtesy Brick Police

BTHS Choral & Band Spring Concert

St. Francis Counseling Service

Seeking Advocates for the Fall of 2024

Are you an Ocean County resident who is interested in supporting survivors of sexual violence?

Our FREE 40-hour training will certify you to advocate for people after they have experienced sexual violence. Once trained, you will be on-call to provide crisis intervention, educational information, and resources to survivors. All potential advocates are encouraged to apply. To apply and schedule an interview, please contact Cheryl Fuller, MSW at cfuller@stfrancislbi.org or call (609) 494-1554

St. Francis Counseling Service offers free and confidential counseling services to survivors of crime, specializing in services for survivors of sexual violence. Call (609) 494-1554 for more information on counseling services. 24/7 Confidential Sexual Violence Hotline (609) 494-1090 4700 Long Beach Blvd., Long Beach Township, NJ 08008

BRICK – The Brick Township High School Spring Choral and Band Concert was outstanding. The Choral and Band departments, with multiple subgroups, put on a masterful performance high-

lighting the talents and musical expertise of the students. These programs under the direction of Mr. Capone and Mr. DeLuca have flourished this school year. Bravo to all!

BTHS Senior Scholarship and Awards Night

BRICK – Congratulations to the Brick Township High School Senior Scholarship and Award Recipients of the Class of 2024. This was a celebratory evening for numerous seniors, where over 230 scholarships

were awarded with a total value of approximately $134,000.

Thank you to the donors for their generous awards to help our students as they embark on their educational endeavors.

The Business Brew – July

BRICK – Join the Brick Chamber of Commerce for their monthly Business Brew Breakfast on July 12 from 7:30 to 9 a.m. Sandy’s Café, 2030 Route 88 Brick.

Make new connections and grow your network while enjoying a delicious breakfast. Event is $15 for members; $25 for guests. Register at brickchamber.com.

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Community Beach Toy Bin Unveiled

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Local Pets Available For Adoption

BRICK – Tara, a lovely 9-year-old girl, is ready to bring some love to your weekend! Tara is a total lap cat and will soothe your troubles away! This sweet, gentle girl will make a wonderful companion for a lucky person. She is a gorgeous torti with a great personality. She just wants someone to love and she will give it back tenfold! You can view this pet and more at jerseyshoreanimalcenter.org. They are located at 185 Brick Boulevard and can be reached at 732-920-1600.

BRICK – Mayor Crate joined the Emma Havens Young Early Act Club for the unveiling of the Take a Toy, Return a Toy sand toy bin located at Brick Beach I. Thank

Ms. Soltmann

Mrs. Carone

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Mayor’s Student Advisory Committee

initiative. Brick Beach I and III both

beach

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BRICK – Brick Township High School would like to congratulate all of their Students of the Month for the 2023-2024 School Year.

Thank you for upholding the school’s core values of Tradition, Pride, Acceptance,

Integrity, &

They recently held their Student of the Month breakfast, inviting all students in receipt of this honor to come together and to celebrate their hard work and commitment to the school.

Marching DragonsMemorial Day Parade

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Respect.

BRICK – The Brick Township High School Marching Dragons recently performed at the Brick Memorial Day Parade. It was a great community event. They

Photo courtesy Brick Schools are always impressed with the level of expertise the Marching Dragons present. Thank you for representing BTHS so well. Go Dragons!

Sound News

Presented By: Isidore Kirsh, Ph.D., F.A.A.A. (N.J. Lic. #678)

6 Tips For Longer Battery Life

Find the Right Match: Make sure your batteries are the right size, type, and performance level for your devices.

Prepare Before You Pull: Pulling the tab activates your batteries, so be sure you’re ready to use them — they can’t be deactivated. It’s advisable to wait at least 2-3 minutes before closing the battery door to maximize battery life.

Power Down: Turning off your hearing aids and opening the battery door when they’re not in use helps your batteries last longer.

Keep Water Out: Moisture damages batteries, so protect your devices from water and store them overnight in a dehumidifier.

If moisture corrodes the battery door, the aid will eventually stop working.

Avoid Extreme Temperatures: Extremes are no good for batteries, so store them at room temperature whenever possible.

Choose Rechargeables: Rechargeables eliminate waste and the need to constantly mess with tiny batteries. Long time hearing aid users still prefer to replace their batteries as opposed to having to drag the charger with you on vacation trips.

Dr. Izzy & his Staff are always available to answer your questions about important hearing care issues. Please feel free to contact Dr. Izzy at 732-451-3962 or ikirsh@gardenstatehearing.com.

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Join The Brick Township EMS/Rescue Team

BRICK – Brick Township EMS/Rescue is currently accepting applications for part-time EMT with potential for full-time with future planned expansion in 2024. Be a part of a progressive organization that supports and promotes professional and per-

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H ERE ’ S T O Y OUR H EALTH

Dear Pharmacist

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Managing Alzheimer’s: A Balanced Approach With

Medications And Natural Remedies

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Alzheimer’s disease affects millions of people worldwide, progressively impairing memory and cognitive function. To manage this challenging condition, a combination of pharmaceutical treatments and natural remedies can be highly effective.

Medications like donepezil, memantine, and rivastigmine play a crucial role in improving cognition and slowing the progression of symptoms. These drugs work by targeting different pathways in the brain, enhancing neurotransmitter activity, and offering some relief from the cognitive decline associated with Alzheimer’s. Alongside pharmaceutical options, several natural remedies show promise in supporting brain health.

Let’s go through those right now:

1. Ginkgo Biloba: Ginkgo Biloba is celebrated for its potent antioxidant properties and its potential to enhance cerebral blood flow, which can be crucial in preserving cognitive function as we age. This ancient herb also supports neurovascular health, potentially alleviating symptoms associated with cognitive disorders and improving mental performance, making it a valuable supplement for those seeking to maintain brain health over time. It’s a blood thinner, so be aware of that. Supplements are available nationwide.

2. Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Omega-3 fatty acids, primarily derived from fish oil, play a vital role in brain health and development. These essential fats are known for their anti-inflammatory effects and their ability to potentially slow cognitive decline by preserving cell membrane health and facilitating neurocommunication. Regular intake of Omega-3s is linked to improved mood and cognitive function, underscoring their importance in a balanced diet. You can eat fatty fish, or you can take supplements.

3. Lion’s Mane Mushroom: Lion’s Mane mushroom is increasingly recognized for its neuroprotective effects, attributed to its ability to stimulate the synthesis of nerve growth factor, thereby aiding the growth and repair of nerve cells.

This unique mushroom may enhance memory and cognitive abilities by promoting better neuronal health and plasticity. I put it in Memory Script, a patented product that I have created for people like my dad, and others seeking better recall. Lion Mane’s benefits extend to mood stabilization and cognitive enhancement, making it an exciting focus for further research in neurological health. You can cook with it or supplement!

Integrating these treatments with lifestyle changes can provide a comprehensive approach to managing Alzheimer’s. It goes without saying that regular physical exercise (to your level) is beneficial for health, as it increases blood flow to the brain and promotes the growth of neurons. Mental stimulation through activities like puzzles, reading, and learning new skills can help keep the brain active and engaged, potentially slowing the decline in cognitive abilities. Social interaction is equally important, as staying connected with others can improve mood and reduce the risk of depression and anxiety, which are common in Alzheimer’s patients. By combining these pharmaceutical and natural treatments with healthy lifestyle choices, individuals with Alzheimer’s can optimize their cognitive function and improve their quality of life.

While there is no cure for Alzheimer’s, these strategies offer hope and support for those affected by this debilitating disease. For more details, as well as cautions and other options please read my comprehensive article which is available at suzycohen.com.

(This information is not intended to treat, cure or diagnose your condition. Suzy Cohen is the author of “The 24-Hour Pharmacist” and “Real Solutions.” For more information, visit www.SuzyCohen.com) ©2024 SUZY COHEN, RPH. DISTRIBUTED BY DEAR PHARMACIST, INC.

Buying And Selling A Boat Are Fertile Grounds For Scammers

By: Michael J. Deem, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates

If you are considering buying or selling a boat, then you should be aware that the market is full of bogus buyers and sellers. When it comes to buying or selling a boat, if anything seems unusual then proceed with caution. While fraudulent transactions apply to both purchase and sales, this article will focus on the seller’s side of the transaction.

If selling your boat is not difficult enough, these days the last thing you need is to encounter someone, somewhere, trying to trick you at least once, if not two or more times as you try to complete the boat-selling process. Because fraud comes in all shapes and sizes, it is not possible for us to focus on one type of transaction, so we will concentrate on the most common red flags.

Obvious poor punctuation and grammar. These scammers crank out a thousands of their “inquiries” every day and many of them have a poor grasp of the English language. Also, pay attention to their use of multiple phone numbers (and/or multiple email addresses) from the same individual.

Everything the alleged buyer asked about was thoroughly detailed in your listing. Some of these scammers operate through robo or computerized forms of communication like e-mail or texting. So, if the potential purchaser is asking you for information that is already in your listing, then this should raise a red flag and you should proceed with extreme caution.

to do take possession of your boat.

The offer to pay by cashier’s check and pick up the boat after it had been cashed. This seems like a reasonable show of good faith, but scammers have become very good at printing fake checks so realistic that banks initially accept them. It isn’t until days or even weeks later that the scam becomes apparent, and then the bank can pull those funds right back out of your account. Check with your bank to confirm its policy regarding final acceptance of funds.

Enlisting a third party to pick up the boat without the buyer ever having inspected it. Boats are not cheap. No credible buyer will purchase a boat sight unseen. A credible purchaser will at least obtain a boat survey, which is similar to a home inspection. In addition, most honest buyers will be present when the boat is picked-up, rather than sending an agent

Paypal or Venmo variation of payment. The phony buyer will ask for your PayPal ID in order to send you a payment, possibly for substantially more than the purchase price. Shortly after that, you will receive a fake confirmation from PayPal with your user ID for more than the agreed purchase price, and the buyer will contact you asking you to forward the extra money to a shipper. Again, you’ll lose whatever money you’ve sent.

An unwillingness to provide basic proof of identity such as a photo of their driver’s license. If they are who they say they are then there should be no issue with providing proof of their identity. Automobile dealerships will obtain proof of your identify when you try to purchase one of their vehicles. Strangers routinely share this basic information when they are involved in motor vehicle collisions, so it should not be sacred during the purchase of a boat or a car.

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armed suspect with his hand concealed in a sweatshirt pocket.

“The sergeant unholstered his handgun and began giving the individual clear verbal commands to display his hands,” said Paulus. “At this time, the other officers quickly assumed a position to cover and unholster their conducted energy devices.”

Although the suspect continued to ignore commands, the officers were ultimately able to maintain complete control in a highly stressful situation and dangerous situation, thereby avoiding injury to the suspect and themselves.

Celebrating Longstanding Service

Eight fi refighters received Meritorious Service Awards, acknowledging their remarkable dedication to their communities.

These include:

Thomas Scannell of Jackson Township Volunteer Fire Company #1 for 53 years

of service.

Marty Silecchia of Jackson Township Volunteer Fire Company #1 for 48 years of service.

Jeffrey Barnard of Jackson Township Volunteer Fire Company #1 for 42 years of service.

Kenneth Mallette of Jackson Township Volunteer Fire Company #1 for 46 years of service.

Richard Masker of Jackson Township Volunteer Fire Company #1 for 52 years of service.

Charles “Chip” Smith of Jackson Township Volunteer Fire Company #1 for 45 years of service.

Ronald Braen Jr. of the Laurelton Fire Department, District 2 for over 48 years of service and 35 years as Commissioner.

Former Chief Jack Amrozewicz of the Lanoka Harbor Fire Company #1 for 40 years of service.

Scholarships Awarded

The 200 Club of Ocean County also presented the David Ascione Memorial Schol-

arships to family members of uniformed services personnel attending Ocean County College. Recipients included Daniel Aulisi (Brick, criminal justice), Alexis Clark (Toms River, nursing), Brianna Helwig (Brick, nursing), Allison McKeen (Mays Landing, nursing), and Gianna Torres (Toms River, nursing).

Jacquelin Ascione, a trustee of the 200 Club and daughter of founding trustee David Ascione, highlighted the significance of the scholarships. Jacquelin said she was both an alumnus of the college and taught there.

“Ocean County provides an amazing opportunity for everybody who attends whether you attend for one semester, a year, or you actually graduate,” Jacquelin said. “It provides a basic foundation of liberal arts and criminal justice and an amazing variety of subjects.”

A Legacy Of Support

The 200 Club’s roots trace back to a tragedy in 1953, when Detroit police officer Arthur Meyer was killed in the line of duty. In a show of solidarity, 100 businessmen came

Neighborhood Watch Program

BRICK – Attention Brick Township residents! Join the Neighborhood Watch Program and become an active participant in keeping the community safe!

By joining, you will have the opportunity to play a crucial role in maintaining the security and well-being of our neighbor-

hoods. As a member of the Neighborhood Watch Program, you will have the chance to collaborate with law enforcement and gain education on protecting yourself and your home.

Neighborhood Watch Members receive up-to-date information on what’s happening in your neighborhood. Your vigilance and dedication will help deter crime and promote a safer environment for everyone.

together to raise $20,000 for his family. This act of compassion became the foundation for the organization’s mission – to provide financial assistance to families of fallen first responders and to recognize the heroism displayed by these brave individuals who protect our communities every single day.

“As board members, we typically don’t know these men or women,” said Paulus. “But we hear the many stories of their pride and their dedication to duty. We meet their children, and we offer our condolences to their spouses.”

Over the years, the 200 Club of Ocean County has assisted numerous families, including those of Bayville Fire Company #1 Firefighter Eugene T. Furey, Berkeley Police Sergeant Alison Wray, Jackson Police Officer Robert J. Ventura, Lakewood Police Officer Christopher Matlosz, Lakewood Police Officer William Preslar, Lavallette Police Cadet Ken Carpenter, Manchester Police Cpl. Scott Thompson, Ocean County Prosecutor Detective John Scott Stevens, and Ocean County Prosecutor Detective Tina Rambo.

To become involved in this program and stay informed about upcoming watch group meetings, keep an eye on the Brick Township Police Facebook page for updates, visit their website, or contact Offi cer Berkeley via email at Tberkeley@brickpd.com. Let’s work together to make our neighborhood a safer place for all! Join the Neighborhood Watch Program today!

AroUnD the JerSeY Shore

With Planning And Patience, You Can Travel With Someone With Dementia

BRICK – Taking a vacation is exciting and the anticipation of visiting another place is all part of the experience. But for those traveling with a loved one with dementia the expectation of a wonderful time often gives way to concern and anxiety. However, according to Angelic Health Memory Care Coach Coordinator Brianna Kaminski CSW – CDP with some planning you too can reduce stress and increase the chance that you’ll have a nice vacation.

“As a care partner, you should be honest about how prepared you feel to travel with your loved one living with dementia,” advises Kaminski. “While traveling you will need to manage unexpected events and challenging behaviors, sometimes in public. You may face many stressful situations and lack of sleep. It’s important to have realistic expectations, be patient and have flexibility in your plans. Focus on the outcome of the trip like seeing a new place together or visiting with loved ones.”

Here are some tips to consider when planning to travel with someone with dementia: If this is your first trip since your loved one has developed dementia, or if his or her

behaviors or care needs have changed significantly since traveling last, it may be useful to do a trial run. “Practice by taking a short trip,” suggests Kaminski, “ideally using the same type of transportation planned for the longer trip.” This dry run can provide a sense of the person’s travel capacity. If the person does not tolerate the shorter trip, you may want to reconsider or adjust your plans. When packing for your getaway be sure to make copies of important documents for you and your loved one to take with you, including:

• Identification - ID card, birth certificate, passport

• A recent photo of the person with dementia

• Emergency contact information

• Doctors’ names and contact information (You may also want to know what medical facilities are at your destination.)

• List of current medications and dosages

• List of drug or food allergies

• Copies of legal papers (living will, advanced directives, power of attorney, etc.)

• Insurance information

• Travel itinerary

•COVID-19 vaccination cards, if applicable

•Have your loved one with dementia carry or wear identification (an ID bracelet). Consider marking their clothing with their name. Make sure that the following information is in their wallet or purse: ID, important contact information, and any medical conditions, including the type of dementia diagnosis.

Much like traveling with a young child, you should pack the following:

• Water, drinks, and snacks

• Activities to do while traveling and at the destination – crosswords, coloring, family pictures, brochures from the airport

• Favorite items: items that bring calmness to your loved one such as their favorite blanket, stuffed animal or fidget toy

• Medications (Consider consulting your doctor about medications for mood control, pain, stomach upset, diarrhea, or other temporary problems that might arise while traveling.)

Try to travel to familiar, stable, and well-ordered settings. Try to make the trip there as short and simple as possible.

• Build flexibility into the travel plans to give the person time to adjust and rest as needed.

• Allow plenty of time for everything, from driving to the train station to navigating the airport.

• Try to travel during the person’s best time of day.

• Do not drive alone with a person who is agitated. Your safety, as well as theirs and that of other people using the roads, may be at risk.

• Take regular rest breaks. Check frequently to ensure that all basic needs are met (toileting, hydration, nutrition).

• Make sure the person is wearing comfortable clothes that allow for ease when using the toilet.

• Do not leave the person with dementia unsupervised, especially in new surroundings. There should be someone who is familiar and reassuring with your loved one at all times.

• Try to avoid crowded, busy, or loud places, especially if the person is tired.

Airport travel:

• Moving through an airport requires focus and attention, as the level of activity can be distracting, overwhelming and difficult to (Planning- See Page 24)

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understand.

• If traveling through an unfamiliar airport, review a map of the facility to plan for distance between connecting flights, locations where security re-entry may be required and locate convenient locations such as restrooms.

• If walking is difficult, consider requesting a wheelchair or motorized cart so that an airport employee is assigned to help you get from place to place. Most airlines ask for at least 48 hours of notice.

• Even if the passenger does not require support for mobility, consider requesting wheelchair assistance to help with navigation through security checkpoints. This support may help expedite the process and reduce stress.

• While at the airport, ask what to expect and inform the TSA agent at the security checkpoint about the dementia diagnosis.

• Look for signs of distress and try to calm and reassure the person. Remove the person from the stressful setting, if possible, by sitting away from others, facing the windows of the planes – could be used for great conversation to redirect them.

• Inform the airline, travel, or hotel staff ahead of time of any special needs to make

sure that they are prepared to assist you. Always ask for assistance; people cannot help you if they do not know that you need help.

• Avoid scheduling flights that require tight connections.

• Do not hesitate to ask for assistance from airport employees and in-flight crew.

• If the person needs help using the restroom, look for companion care bathrooms so you can more easily assist.

• Always stay with your travel companion. Be sure that your travel destination has a safe environment. Keep in mind the following:

• Working smoke alarms and fi re extinguishers

• Non-slip surface in the shower or bathtub - do you need to bring items to ensure hygiene safety?

• Water temperature (faucets in new places may be confusing, so check to make sure the temperature is properly adjusted and assist)

• Adequate lighting in the hallways, bedrooms and bathrooms (take several nightlights to plug in just in case) Try to remove potential hazards and clutter (unplug or remove the coffee maker, hair dryer, etc)

Be aware of the risk of wandering that can be triggered by a change in the environment.

• Lock the door to the room and place a chair in front of it if possible

• Consider using a portable door alarm or childproof doorknob cover.

• If there are two beds, sleep in the one closest to the door

• Control access to car keys - keep out of sight.

Remember - Maintain familiarity with bringing things from home that would bring them comfort. - a pillow, a blanket, a picture, their favorite cup.

Visits to family and friends:

Prepare friends or family members for the visit by explaining dementia and any changes it has caused. Go over any special needs and explain that the visit could be short or that you may need to change activities on short notice. Some additional considerations:

“It may be helpful to stay as close to your normal routine as possible,” suggests Kaminski. “For example, keep meal and bedtimes on a similar schedule to that followed at home.” Eating in may be a better choice than at a crowded restaurant. Be realistic about abilities and limitations. Allow extra time when scheduling activities.

Try to keep a sense of humor,” adds Kaminski, “remember this is a time to enjoy and laugh together and enjoy your time with your loved one.”

Angelic Health Memory Care offers a companion card template at angelic.health etc. You can print out, cut and keep with you to let others know to show patience with your loved one in any situation. For more information on Angelic Health Memory Care call us toll free at 844-948-0645.

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Now that the summer has arrived at the Jersey Shore, there are plenty of activities to do. Ryder knows that first hand as he recently enjoyed crabbing at the beach in Island Heights. According to Ryder’s mom, Sara Rotolo, crabbing is a family tradition this time of year. Now, they’ll be enjoying the rollercoasters at Six Flags. Want tickets of your own? Email your shore pix to photos@jerseyshoreonline.com and you may get lucky!

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OCEAN COUNTY – “Don’t hike alone...take your phone!” Introducing the Trail Tracker App to help you pinpoint your location on the trails of Ocean County. Follow the link to download: bit.ly/OceanCountyTrailTracker.

NOTE: This web app was created to assist

park visitors. It is currently in a beta test and may not completely, accurately depict information. To better improve this app and user experience, let Ocean County Parks & Recreation know your feedback here: OCParks@ co.ocean.nj.us.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19): Be yourself and allow your light to shine. Your “can do” spirit could make you stand out at social gatherings. It may be beneficial to avoid making any sudden stops, starts, or impulsive changes in the second part of the week.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Proudly support someone in your life and enjoy forming a closer level of connection. You may not have time to handle conflicts for a few days but consider thinking about a strategy or plan of action to eventually resolve them.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): The best adventures often happen when you are doing what you love, especially with a supportive friend by your side. And if things get tough, remember to look for the joy of the current moment while continuing to move forward.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Lean into your own wishful thinking but stay grounded while doing so. Common sense input from someone may offer a bit of guidance to you. When it comes to love, consider staying calm and developing a mutual respect.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You may be feeling extra pressure from your tasks and routines. Stay resilient and keep working towards your goals. Collaborating closely with someone who you admire and can learn from may be what you need to steer you in the right direction.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): When contemplation beckons, hit the pause button. There could be more to discover about a purchase or investment in the coming week. Someone might appreciate and respect you more if you stand up for yourself and start setting boundaries.

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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Have fun without drawing unnecessary attention to yourself. In the week ahead, you may feel overlooked, but this may offer you the perfect opportunity to work towards your goals in silence and steer clear of any possible hassles.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) : You may be pulled in different directions, define your own ambitions if you don’t feel aligned with anyone else’s. Deadlines may frustrate others, but keeping your cool could help you perform better in the week ahead.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Using common sense may be very beneficial. Consider sitting down to decide on the course of action that best aligns with your values. Take action and review the outcomes to possibly avoid repeating mistakes.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) : Hold off on making irrevocable decisions and giving into wishful thinking during the week to come. Take a moment to get your facts straight and do not get distracted by fantasies or lofty goals that may not be your own.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You may need to free yourself from self-imposed limitations that could cause you to feel boxed in. Your acquaintances might not understand your ambitions. Consider shifting your efforts toward pleasing yourself and accomplishing your goals.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Looking for similarities rather than differences might take you further. Your pursuit of perfection may be a reason that you can get along with a variety of personality types. Consider tuning out the gossip and sticking to the facts.

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