Hankins Island Mansion Demolished
by Judy Smestad-Nunn
By Judy Smestad-Nunn
BRICK - The “House on the Island” is no more.
Izzy’s
A once-grand home on Middle Sedge Island, located between the Mantoloking Bridge and the bridge to Seaside, was demolished in June, and the only remaining evidence that there’d
ever been a structure there is the capped gas, sewer and electric lines.
Also known as Hankins Island by locals - named after Charles Hankins, who built the first house there in the 1960s - the 14.46-acre body of land sits off Chadwick Beach Island in Toms River. He purchased
Middle Sedge Island and the most westerly residential lot on the mainland where he could park his car.
Hankins was a boat builder from Lavallette who built all the lifeguard boats along the Jersey Shore. Two of his boats are on permanent display at the Mystic Seaport Museum in Connecticut.
He and his wife Anna Ohlau Hankins spent weekends on the isolated island. Those who remember the childless couple said they had dug a well and used the engine of a Volkswagen Beetle as a generator.
Eventually, Hankins sold the property and the new owners had the two-story colonial moved downbay by barge.
A new complex and elaborate nearly 5,000-square foot home was built there in 1991 by Dell Construction.
The new home included a built-in pool and a helicopter landing pad. Utilities were run out 3,000 feet to the island from the end of Strickland Street in Chadwick Beach.
According to public records, Anthony and
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Farrell Named OC Superintendent Of The Year
By Alyssa Riccardi BRICK –
Brick Township Superintendent Thomas G. Farrell has been named Ocean County Superintendent of the Year, the Ocean County Association of School Administrators (OCASA) announced.
Farrell joined Brick Schools in March of 2020, diving head fi rst into heavy challenges such as leading the district through the
COVID-19 pandemic and the negative effects of the S-2 state funding cuts.
Farrell is currently in his fi fth year as Superintendent of Brick Schools and twelfth year as a superintendent in New Jersey. He is also the Vice President & President-Elect of the OCASA.
“Over the past five years, Dr. Farrell has
(Farrell - See Page 5)
County Allocates $12.5M To Address Homelessness
By Stephanie Faughnan
TOMS RIVER - Ocean County
has faced longstanding criticism for the absence of a homeless shelter. Recent contract awards indicate the county’s approach to tackling homelessness will be to fund external entities rather than running a shelter itself.
“The funds we have allocated support our strategy to entrust the development of transitional housing for the homeless to
nonprofits equipped to provide these services,” said Commissioner Director Barbara “Bobbi” Jo Crea.
“These initiatives, combined with establishing our Homelessness Task Force and the Homelessness Trust Fund, represent Ocean County’s commitment to preventing homelessness and implementing effective solutions.”
This article is the first in a series examining how the Ocean County Board of Commissioners is uti-
lizing $12.5 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to prevent homelessness and assist the unhoused. The funds were awarded at a recent Commissioners’ meeting following a competitive bidding process.
Dr. Tracy Maksel, Director of Human Services, said that the focus was on four goals in coming up with ARPA projects to address homelessness within the county.
“One was to build capacity to
cover that gap that was identified and then to target individuals that would be otherwise ineligible for the existing public service delivery system,” said Maksel. “Third was definitely to incorporate partners that had the infrastructure and the foresight to be innovative with these projects. And then the fourth was reducing stigma and incorrect assumptions around homelessness.”
Maksel credited Rose Bulbach of
her office in managing contracts that have to do with housing, homelessness, food insecurity, and overall human service programs that are not aligned with other units like behavioral health, workforce development, and children.
The $12.5 million fund was awarded for two distinct projects. The first involves a $5 million
(Homeless FundingSee Page 5)
The house on Hankins Island was demolished recently.
Photo
Thomas G. Farrell, Brick Schools Superintendent.
Photo courtesy Brick Schools
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Joann Dellechiaie purchased the property in 1999 for $1.6 million from Joseph and Wallis McDermott of Montville, NJ. Records show that the Dellechiaies sold the property to Zero Barnegat Bay LLC, owned by Robert Lyon of Towaco NJ, for $100 in January 2005. Foreclosure documents were filed in 2012.
The grand home, once valued at $8.5 million, was devastated by Superstorm Sandy and in 2015 was listed for sale for $6.5 million.
R. Kremer & Son Marine Contractors were hired for the demolition. According to the head supervisor for the project Shaun McCaferity, two different sets of barges were needed and six to eight workers.
“The State wanted the property cleared because they felt it was becoming a hazard out there, especially for young kids,”
McCaferity said. “They wanted the docks removed, so we took care of what the state wanted.”
It took the men about two weeks to remove some 1,600 cubic yards of construction debris and detritus. The built-in pool, which had popped out of the ground during Sandy, was crushed up and moved into dumpsters at a staging area at the end of Chadwick Island.
The debris was all trucked out and brought to Mazza recycling in Neptune.
The inside of the house had a lot of graffiti, broken sheetrock and shattered windows, McCaferity said.
“The furniture was still there - it was disgusting, so gross…birds were living in there,” he said. “No one had been there since before Sandy.”
Efforts to reach the current owner have been unsuccessful, so the future of the island is unclear.
In the meantime, “the owner has a clean palate,” McCaferity said. “There’s nothing out there now, it’s just graded sand.” The
Ocean County Youth Center Continues Programming roughout e Summer
OCEAN COUNTY – About 450 young people find a safe space through the Ocean County Youth Center each month. This fully-funded center offers countless services for at risk or disadvantaged
youth in Ocean County.
“The Youth Center is tremendously successful during the school year in terms of personal, educational, and social growth amongst the youth who frequent the cen-
ter,” said Ocean County Commissioner John P. Kelly, who serves as liaison to the Juvenile Services Department.
Over the summer the facility continues to create opportunities for youth
in Ocean County to enjoy themselves while building connections. The Center hosts mini summer camps for 9- to 14-year-olds, which are all supervised (Youth Center - See Page 6)
inside of the house had been victim to the elements, the animals, and vandals.
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demonstrated exceptional leadership and dedication while serving the Brick Township Schools,” OCASA President Dr. Vanessa Pereira said. “Despite navigating through several challenging budget cycles, Dr. Farrell’s unwavering commitment to prioritizing students’ needs has been evident in every decision he makes. His steadfast focus on student success and well-being has made a profound impact on his entire school community, earning him the respect and admiration of both his colleagues at OCASA and the families and
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allocation to Bright Harbor Healthcare, formerly known as Ocean Mental Health Services. This funding will enable the nonprofit to provide the Department of Human Services with Young Adult Bridge Housing. The details of this effort will be covered in the next part of this series.
The second allocation, which will be discussed in Part III of this series, involves a $7.5 million award to HABcore Inc. These funds are designated for the Acquisition for Innovations to Address Homelessness and involve collaboration between Family Promise of the Jersey Shore and Bright Harbor.
students of Brick Township Schools. Dr. Farrell truly embodies the qualities of an outstanding superintendent and is highly deserving of this prestigious recognition.”
“Farrell is a proven strategic leader in education, whose leadership skills translate organizational strategies into results that are in the best interest of all stakeholders,” the district wrote in a press release.
Farrell expressed that people create excellent school districts and great schools.
“Relationships! In particular, student-teacher relationships is what impacts students,” Farrell said. “Great schools need to help create a learning environment where healthy student-teacher
1 Out Of 5 Face Housing Problems
Preconceived notions and stigma often cloud the public’s understanding of homelessness. Maksel said that when she began working for the county 26 years ago, the original assumptions about homelessness were very stigmatizing.
“They still exist today,” said Maksel. “And what homelessness looks like is vastly different.”
The data concerning the number of Ocean County residents experiencing housing insecurity are alarming. Maksel said that 19.5 percent of residents face this crisis in various stages. Fifty percent of homeless individuals in Ocean County are living with a disability.
relationships happen. Young people thrive when adults care about them on a one-to-one level and when they have a sense of belonging to a caring community.”
“The Board of Education congratulates Dr. Farrell on this most prestigious and well-deserved honor. We look forward to you continued work with the BOE and your Leadership Team in the best interest of our students, parents, staff, and community,” Brick Board of Education President Stephanie Wohlrab said. Farrell is supported by his Central Office and Building Based Administrative Teams as well as the Board of Education.
Poverty is a significant factor contributing to homelessness, with 10 percent of Ocean County residents living below the poverty line, defined as an annual income of $15,060 for a one-person household. Seven percent of Ocean County seniors are living in poverty. Children make up 18.3 percent of those living in poverty, and over five percent of New Jersey’s homeless students reside in Ocean County.
Domestic violence is a major cause of housing instability, accounting for 27 percent of those at risk of homelessness in Ocean County. Additionally, 12 percent face eviction due to arrears, 9.3 percent have suffered a loss or reduced job income, and 8.5 percent cite household breakup or death as contributing factors.
His team is focused on providing supports for faculty and staff in their efforts to ensure that all students have an opportunity to achieve and succeed,” the district said.
“Through strong community connections, the district’s mission is to promote student success by cultivating their unique talents that will help prepare them for their future, and empower them to assume altruistic roles and embrace life-long learning. Through the Strategic Planning process, led by Dr. Farrell, we have garnered input from our community of stakeholders to cultivate greater support for our schools,” the district added.
Maksel debunked the myth that homeless individuals are unwilling to work. She estimated that approximately 50 percent of homeless people have a job, but wages have not kept up with economic changes. A person earning minimum wage would need to work 86 hours a week to afford a small one-bedroom apartment, excluding other essential expenses like food, transportation, and healthcare.
The misconception that all homeless people suffer from mental illness or substance abuse also perpetuates stigma. While about 20 percent of Americans struggle with these issues, Maksel emphasized that untreated illnesses of all kinds contribute to homelessness. Nationally, half of the homeless population is
(Homeless Funding - See Page 6)
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over 50 years old and lives on fixed incomes. Factors such as elder abuse, illegal evictions, and financial exploitation exacerbate their vulnerability.
Maksel also addressed the belief that homelessness programs are overly costly and increase taxes. She explained that proper management of homelessness reduces reliance on acute healthcare, law enforcement, and public health systems, ultimately mitigating expenses for the community.
Addressing Homelessness Homelessness advocates consistently point
Youth Center:
with lunch provided. Some of the activities available this summer include arts and crafts, kickball and basketball, ping pong, computer gaming, and gardening.
“The Youth Center is a valuable resource for children, teens, and young adults throughout the County,” Kelly said. “Since opening the facility in 2020, we have seen great successes.”
to Ocean County’s lack of shelter as a disservice. However, Maksel’s handout describes the problem as more complicated and is being addressed as a continuum of services by a network of providers.
In an effort to combat homelessness, Ocean County has allocated funds for nonprofits to offer various support services designed to help individuals stay in their homes. These services include assistance with catching up on overdue rent, mortgage payments, and utility bills and helping people find more affordable essential items. Individuals also receive financial counseling to assist them in planning.
Addressing behavioral health issues, workforce development, and other support services
outdoor recreation.
are also integral parts of the county’s comprehensive plan to tackle homelessness.
Commissioner Jack Kelly expressed his gratitude that all the issues would be handled as part of the proposed programs. He emphasized that tackling the root causes of homelessness is essential for helping people on the path to self-sufficiency.
Maksel noted that transitional sheltering is the first step, providing a safe place for those without housing to meet their basic needs. However, she emphasized that sheltering is temporary and not a long-term solution to homelessness. The aim is to prevent the establishment of homeless encampments and unsafe living conditions for those without permanent housing.
The county plans to use smaller shelters as part of its strategy, gradually helping individuals transition to affordable and sustainable housing. Bridge housing will support those who need temporary accommodation while they secure a permanent home with the assistance of service providers.
Although finding affordable housing remains a challenge in the current market, the county is exploring creative solutions, such as matching roommates to share homes and developing tiny homes to address the issue.
Look for the next part of our series next week to learn how Bright Harbor will use funds to create a Youth Bridging Program within Ocean County.
Esteem) Program teens are able to take courses to prepare for the High School Equivalency Exam and then take the exam. Alternatively, teens are offered the opportunity to take classes with Ocean County Vocational Technical School staff in Culinary Arts, Construction Trades, or Auto Mechanics.
The center opened in 2020 at the precipice of the pandemic. Despite not being able to open the way they had originally planned, once health officials deemed it appropriate, the coordinators of the Youth Center opened up a safe space for
“Since then, the services offered at the Youth Center include mentoring, tutoring, High School Equivalency Exam preparatory classes, access to computers and gaming, and many more,” Kelly said. The adult mentoring program is a volunteer opportunity that occurs over the school year. Through this program, volunteers are paired with a child aged 8-11 years at a local school. The mentors and mentees meet once a week for an hour each time. Mentors have the opportunity to spend time with their mentee and chat with them about how school is going, talk about their friendships, and provide support for the mentee.
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Through the R.A.I.S.E. (Reasonable Alternative to Incarceration through Self
“The Youth Center has a great relationship with Ocean County College and the Ocean County Vocational Technical Schools,” said Barbara Jo Crea, Director of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners. “After completing their training many teens attend either of these institutions to seek out further education.”
“The benefits I have seen firsthand include teens who are able to attain their High School Diploma through our pro-
gramming and who are then able to move through the doors that education so often opens,” said Ed Turnbach, supervisor of the Youth Center.
“I see children, who may not regularly socialize with other kids their own age, thoroughly enjoying themselves in the safe space our programming provides,” Turnbach said.
The staff at the Youth Center consists of six full-time staff members, one part-time employee, and around 10 volunteers. These employees, along with the Ocean County Human Services Department, work to develop programming with the specific needs of Ocean County Youth in mind.
“I like the fact that the Youth Center
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Capitol Comments District 10 Lawmakers Blast Budget Which “Fails” Children
Senator Jim Holzapfel
TRENTON - Senator Jim Holzapfel, Assemblyman Greg McGuckin and Assemblyman Paul Kanitra criticized Governor Murphy and Trenton Democrats for hanging schools out to dry while wasting another opportunity to fix school funding in New Jersey.
“This year’s budget represents another missed opportunity from Trenton Democrats to address the critical flaws of the State’s school funding formula. Instead of working with Republicans, Governor Murphy and
the Democrats once again wasted hundreds of millions of dollars on unjustified pork while hanging schools in Toms River and Brick out to dry,” said Sen. Holzapfel.
“Multiple years of critical funding cuts have hamstrung school administrators and forced more than 150 schools to consider making drastic cuts to academic activities, sports, and even courtesy bussing. It is unconscionable that Democrats continue to rush structurally deficient budgets while ignoring the basic educational needs of Garden State taxpayers.”
Explanations for the unjustified waste from FY24 only recently became available to the public after quietly appearing on the Legislature’s website - 11 months after
being signed into law.
“More than 150 schools are suffering from crippling aid reductions and all Trenton Democrats care about is raising taxes for low- and middle-class families,” said Asm. McGuckin. “It is unacceptable that Democrats provided little to no time for the public, or even legislators, to digest and testify on the pile of bureaucratic garbage that was just rammed down taxpayers’ throats. This year’s rushed budget process not only lacked transparency but there was zero accountability from Democrats for turning their back on educators and students in Toms River and Brick that are losing money.”
The delegation also slammed the Murphy administration and Democrats for their misguided priorities, wasting hundreds
Bill Would Protect Tenants At
Capitol Comments
Senator Cory Booker
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) announced legislation to empower tenants and help support housing security in communities across the United States. The Eviction Right to Counsel Act of 2024 establishes a fund to provide grants to state, local, and Tribal governments that enact legislation ensuring legal representation to tenants who are at risk of eviction, with a focus on low-income people.
The legislation also encourages jurisdictions to enact additional tenant protections. The new program prioritizes funding to jurisdictions that establish notice periods, just cause laws, emergency rental assistance programs, and eviction diversion programs. Incentivizing jurisdictions to establish a right to counsel in eviction proceedings, while also enacting these related tenant protections, will empower renters and help them to achieve more secure, safe and stable housing, reduce eviction rates, and provide a substantial return on investment by keeping people housed.
The Supreme Court’s disappointing ruling in City of Grants Pass, Oregon v. Johnson, that allows for the adoption of policies that further criminalize poverty and homelessness, underscores the urgent need to direct resources to jurisdictions that are taking steps to protect vulnerable tenants, prevent the cycle of housing insecurity, and invest in proven, cost-effective strategies that reduce
the strain on homelessness and housing services in communities. In addition to investments we must be making in counseling and healthcare services, addiction treatment, boosting our supply of affordable housing, and providing emergency rental assistance, the Eviction Right to Counsel Act of 2024 is an urgently needed step to support communities across the country that are working to provide safe and secure housing for all Americans.
“Our nation is in the midst of an affordable housing crisis,” said Senator Booker. “Americans are facing high rent prices and, in many cases, are left defenseless against eviction or the threat of eviction. Black renters are disproportionately burdened by eviction, being filed against at more than five times the rate of white renters. Increasing the representation and protections for all tenants at risk of eviction will make housing more fair and equitable while also providing some needed relief to overburdened housing services in communities across the country. This is more important than ever in the wake of the Supreme Court’s decision in Grants Pass that criminalizes homelessness, exacerbates the plight of those struggling to maintain stable, safe housing, and puts added pressure on local communities that are doing the right thing and taking steps to provide critical services to those most in need.”
The number of renters spending more than 30 percent of their income on rent has risen dramatically over the last two decades. While pandemic-era eviction protections shielded renters during the 2020 economic downturn, those protections have slowly
of millions of taxpayer dollars on more unexplained and unjustified pork projects in their $56.6 billion budget.
“The Democrats have now forced school Boards of Education in my district to tax their residents to death so their kids can get the same level of education they received just a few years back. All this after taking money out of our resident’s pockets for other schools where the per-student funding levels are almost TWICE what it costs to educate a kid in Toms River or Brick,” said Asm. Kanitra. “Trenton Democrats squandered a golden opportunity to work with Republicans on addressing affordability issues and our broken school funding formula. The families of the 10th District work too damn hard to have their kids’ education and futures stolen by partisan politics.”
Risk Of Eviction
ended, forcing renters back into a market with soaring prices. Today, half of all renters in America struggle to pay their rent. This impossible situation has forced renters out of their homes, leaving them struggling, oftentimes with nowhere to go.
The Eviction Right to Counsel Act of 2024 would:
Authorize the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to create a grant program for state governments, local governments, or Indian Tribal governments that enact right
to counsel legislation.
Define “covered individuals” as tenants with income at or below 200 percent of the federal poverty line.
Cover civil actions in court or administrative forums related to eviction or termination of housing subsidy
Establish a program where jurisdiction that passes “right to counsel legislation” are eligible to apply for federal funding. Under this program, full legal representation must (Government - See Page 8)
CONJUNCTIVITIS
Conjunctivitis, also known as pink eye, is an inflammation of the outermost layer of the white part of the eye and the inner surface of the eyelid, called the conjunctiva. Conjunctivitis makes the eye appear pink or reddish and causes itchiness, burning, and blurred vision. Pink eye can happen in one or both eyes and it is highly contagious. Children get conjunctivitis quite often, and it can spread rapidly through schools and daycare centers. Pink eye can be caused by many things including bacteria, viruses, and irritants such as pool chlorine. Treatment depends on the cause, with bacterial strains being treated with antibiotics and viral conjunctivitis being treated by simply allowing the virus to run its course. If you wear contact lenses, you will need to stop wearing them as soon as conjunctivitis symptoms begin. If your symptoms don’t start to get better within 12 to 24 hours, make an appointment with your eye doctor to make sure you don’t have a more serious eye infection related to contact lens use. Please call SIGHTMD NEW JERSEY SUSSKIND & ALMALLAH EYE ASSOCIATES at 732-349-5622 to schedule an appointment. We offer evening hours most nights of the week.
P.S. Viral strains of conjunctivitis are the most common.
C OMMUNITY N EWS
Brick EMS/Rescue
Employee Spotlight
BRICK – Each month Brick Township EMS/Rescue will randomly select by drawing numbers, an EMT from their staff to share a little bit of their background and shed some positive light on their contribution to the Brick Township Community. For the month of July 2024 EMS Chief Michael Botts #5310 number was drawn.
Chief Botts began his EMS career in 1993 as a EMT for the former Community First Aid Squad in Brick. In 2001 he became a National Registered Paramedic in Gwinnett County Georgia and later
worked for a hospital-based ALS program in NJ. Mike was one of the original six EMTs hired by Brick Township at the beginning of our EMS program in May of 2006. Director Botts has held multiple titles and roles with us including EMT, Tactical Medic, EMS Supervisor and most recently Deputy Director and Director of EMS since 2021. Chief Botts has served as a member of the NJ EMS Task Force as well. Chief Botts is also involved in EMS education as a Lead EMT Instructor for an area hospital-based program and maintains the education for Brick Twp. EMS/Rescue members.
1950s Bunco Party
BRICK – Join the Women’s Club of Brick for a night of nostalgia, music, and fun in our 1950s themed event. Come casual or dress up in your best retro outfits and enjoy the vibes of the past.
The 1950s Bunco Party will be on July 26 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Town Square Adult Day Enrichment Center, 1930 Route 88, Suite 14, Brick.
Come play Bunco with members of the Women’s Club of Brick, or learn to play! We’ll teach you. Enjoy some refreshments, and win prizes. Everyone will go home with something. Take a chance with our 50/50 raffle for those 21 and older.
To purchase tickets, visit ubmeevents. com/event/1bd1185a-f8fb-4ab0-a9c10b72ff458c78.
for eviction, provide longer notice periods before eviction, or focus on tenant rights and protections.
be
individuals involved in
proceedings - helping to expand access to legal representation during eviction or
subsidy termination cases.
Prioritize the allocation of grants to eligible entities that have enacted related tenant protections. These laws may limit the reasons
Allow eligible entities receiving grants to use the funds to cover various costs associated with implementing the right to counsel legislation. This includes expenses related to attorney training and resources necessary for representing covered individuals in covered proceedings.
Authorize $100 million per year over 5 years for the eviction right to counsel fund.
Photo courtesy Brick EMS/Rescue
C OMMUNITY N EWS
Civil War Encampment Returns
August 10 & 11
BRICK – The Brick Township Historical Society will sponsor the 61st New York Volunteer Regiment for a Civil War Encampment at its Havens Homestead Museum property, 521 Herbertsville Road. Visiting hours for the public are August 10 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and August 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free and donations are gratefully appreciated. The soldiers will interact with the public, march, fire guns and explain what life was like during an encampment. They sleep in tents and make their own food over a fire pit.
Society members will be grilling and selling hamburgers, frankfurters and soft drinks. They will also hold a homemade bake sale, and the Lizzie Herbert Gift Shop will feature specials. Tours of the museum are also available.
Parking is in a lot 150 ft. east of the museum accessed by a driveway with a blue sign that says, “Havens Farm.”
For more information see the website: bricktownshiphistoricalsociety.com or call 732-785-2500.
Brick Wrestling Camp
BRICK – Brick Township is known throughout the state as having produced some of the best wrestling teams and wrestlers in New Jersey history. The high school hallways are filled with banners and trophies of championship teams and district, regional and State championship wrestlers. Brick Recreation’s Brick Wrestling Club is providing the next generation of champions with their introduction to the classic sport of wrestling. The BWC Wrestling Camp will provide young people in grades 1-8 with the
opportunity to get introduced to the sport or to improve their skills for the upcoming season. Camp dates are as followed: Advanced Camp – August 5 to 8; 6 to 8 p.m. Intermediate Camp – August 12 to 15; 6 to 8 p.m.
Intro to Wrestling Camp – August 19 to 22; 6 to 8 p.m.
Register at register.communitypass.net/ Bricktownship. For more information, call 732-263-4622.
Biz On e Bay
BRICK – Join the Brick Chamber of Commerce for a night of networking on the beautiful Barnegat Bay! Biz on the Bay will be July 16 from 5:30 to 8: 30 p.m. at Shore Acres Yacht Club, 780 Drum Point
Road, Brick. Price is $40 for members, $50 for guests. Your ticket includes two drink tickets and BBQ buffet dinner and dessert. For tickets, visit BrickChamber.com.
Point Pleasant Beach Farmer’s Market
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Lunch at Shady Maple, Bird n Hand Bakery, Kitchen Kettle.
SEPT 27 – LONGWOOD GARDEN FESTIVAL OF FOUNTAINS $129/pp
Lunch at Chadd Ford Tavern, Admission into Gardens.
SEPT 28 – NEW YORK YANKEES VS PITTSBURGH PIRATES $149/pp
OCT 24 – RHINESTONE COWGIRLS
Includes $25 Slot Play, $20 Food Voucher.
NOV 5 – RESORTS CASINO AC FOR THE DAY
Includes $20 Slot Play Broadway.
DEC 6 – RADIO CITY HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR
Lunch in Union City, Orchestra ticket & Free Time in Radio City after show.
DEC 18 – WIND CREEK CASINO
Includes $30 slot play.
$103/pp
$40/pp
$229/pp
$45/pp
BROADWAY SHOWS – INCLUDE LUNCH BEFORE SHOW & ORCHESTRA SEAT
OCT 23 – THE OUTSIDERS MUSICAL: 2024 TONY AWARDS WINNER OF BEST MUSICAL $269/pp
OCT 23 – OUR TOWN: MUSICAL
$249/pp
NOV 6 – SUNSET BLVD $239/pp
NOV 6 – MJ MUSICAL $264/pp
MULTI-DAY TRIPS
AUG 19-21 – 3 DAY PENNSYLVANIA GRAND CANYON ADVENTURE $639/pp Dbl. Occ.
SEPT 2-5 – 4 DAY
PLEASE VISIT
Photo courtesy Brick Township Historical Society
Lieutenant Retires A er 28 Years
BRICK – On June 28 after 28 years of dedicated service, Lieutenant James Burgess Jr. #154 retired from the Brick Township Police Department.
Throughout his career, Lt. Burgess has exemplified unwavering commitment and has served in various crucial units including the Patrol Division, Administrative Services, Records, Investigations Division, and as the PBA President.
Heartfelt gratitude is extended to Lt.
Burgess for his unwavering dedication, his unyielding devotion to duty, his steadfast integrity, and his relentless efforts to keep the department at the cutting edge. His meaningful presence within the police department has left an indelible mark, and his contributions will be remembered and cherished.
Thank you, Lieutenant James Burgess Jr. #154, for your exceptional service and best wishes for a fulfilling retirement.
Moderate Noise At Joint Base For July
By Alyssa Riccardi
LAKEHURST – If you happen to hear loud booms in the area, it’s not 4th of July fi reworks – it’s the soldiers training at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst (JBMDL). Every month, JBMDL releases their “Noise Level Calendar” so residents know when to expect mild or severe noise. This is to deter calls to local 911 dispatchers. The calendar is labeled
with three different levels of noise: slight noise, moderate noise and abundant noise. Almost every day in the month of July is scheduled for “moderate noise.” However, there is on day scheduled for “high noise” which is July 29.
Noise levels are subject to change without notice due to training requirements and weather, JBMDL said.
Check out Dr. Izzy’s Sound News on Page 14
Photo courtesy Brick Police
C OMMUNITY N EWS
Local Pets Available For Adoption
BRICK – Meet Maggie. This adorable hound mix puppy found herself as a stray but is now ready to fi nd her forever home! She is about 4 to 5 months old and 26 lbs. Should be about 40 lbs. when full grown. Maggie is a sweet, smart, and loving girl who gets along great with cats and dogs. She absolutely loves the water and can’t get enough of playing fetch. Maggie’s happiest
Photo courtesy Jersey Shore Animal Center
when she’s running around in a fenced yard, and she would thrive with an active family who can keep up with her high energy. She’s eager to learn and will excel in training classes to become the best companion.
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.
Pollinators And e Plants at Support em
POINT PLEASANT – Cathy Kniffi n is passionate about beauty and supporting pollinators. Her yard has been certified by Jersey Friendly Yards and the National Wildlife Federation. This will be a practical neighbor-to-neigh-
bor discussion. Cathy will provide tips and answer your questions on how you can make you yard beautiful and pollinator friendly.
Presentation will be on July 16 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Point Pleasant Beach Library.
Spark Up Some Business
BRICK – Watch fireworks on the water and network! Join the Brick Chamber of Commerce for a sunset cruise to watch the fireworks and spark some new business connections.
Spark Up Some Business will be on August 8 from 7 to 9:30 p.m. (boat departs promptly at 7:30 p.m.) at The Pig & Parrot.
Tickets are $50 per person and includes light fare. BYOB. Register at brickchamber.com.
Greenbriar One Lake Summer Series
Summer Series will take place on July 28, August 10 & 25 all at 2 p.m. Bring lawn chairs! This is a free event, children are welcome!
BRICK – Greenbriar One Lake Summer Series featuring music by “Second Time,” music from the 70s to today.
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Women’s Club Of Brick Sneaker Re-Cycle Drive
BRICK – Sneaker collection time! Throughout the month of July, the Women’s Club of Brick will be collecting sneakers for recycling! The drop off box will be at the Municipal Building inside by the information desk. Help keep sneakers out of the landfill. Please No shoes or other footwear. Athletic wear only.
Photo courtesy Women’s Club of Brick
The Women’s Club of Brick is seeking additional collection sites for their sneaker re-cycle drive during July.
Do you own a gym? Would you allow them to place a donation box at your location? They will empty it weekly! Reach out by contacting womensclubofbrick@ gmail.com.
St. Paul’s Flea Market
BRICK – St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, located at 714 Herbertsville Road, will be holding an indoor flea market for those who have items to sell but don’t want to have their own garage sale or be out in the heat at an outdoor market. It will be on July 13, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Six-foot tables will cost $30, and
8-foot tables will cost $40. There is a limit of 35 tables in Norcross Hall. Lunch will be available from the United Methodist Men.
For information and applications, contact Carol Kampf at carolkampf@yahoo. com. The proceeds from this sale will go toward their music organ fund.
R.C. Shea & Assoc. Inside The Law
NURSING HOME ABUSE: Patients Are Ignored
By: Michael J. Deem, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates
I’m not sure if it derives out of shame, fear or just plain laziness--- but as experienced trial attorneys we regularly see situations where a patient’s complained of pain following an obvious injury yet the complaint(s) was ignored by the facility.
A recent horrific example of ignored patient complaints came from our peaceful neighbors to the North. There was a reported case of a woman at a Canadian nursing home who went 24 days without so much as an x-ray of her leg after she fell from her wheelchair and screamed in pain.
Finally, after 24 days of pleas from the patient’s daughter and significant discoloration of the leg, the facility ordered an x-ray of the woman’s leg - which demonstrated that her tibia was indeed broken.
Situations such as this should never occur in any patient. In fact, in the states, such occurrences of uncontrolled pain are not only inexcusable - but they are against the law!
Nursing homes have an obligation to provide pain relieving measures to their patients. While certain medical conditions such as broken bones and bruising may be obvious indicators that a patient was injured, nursing home staff must also be diligent to look for signs of distress in patients with less visible condition that require pain relief.
With disabled nursing homes patients, staff
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should take note of patient’s facial expressions, involuntary motor actions, moans and changes in behavior as potential indicators that the patient may indeed be suffering. After noticing these signs, the staff should timely contact the patient’s physician as well as the patient’s family.
The recognition of a patient’s pain and subsequent pain relief is required pursuant to Federal Regulation of nursing homes. F-Tag 309 (Quality of Care) requires nursing homes to provide ‘necessary care and services to attain or maintain the highest practical physical, mental and psychological well being, in accordance with the comprehensive assessment and plan of care.’
Despite some ambiguity as to the significance of ‘highest level of practicable care’ really means, the interpretive guidelines to F-Tag 309 provide more specific guidance for providing pain relief and unquestionably requires nursing homes to both monitor patients and provide them with sufficient pain-relieving measures.
If you are concerned about a loved one who you suspect is being abused in a nursing home, call the attorneys at R.C. Shea & Associates to discuss the patient’s legal rights.
Doo Wop Music Experience Trip To Wildwood
BRICK – The Brick Township Historical Society will sponsor a day trip to Wildwood on September 9, to learn about the celebration of music, architecture, design and pop culture that made this city famous. They visit the Doo Wop Experience Museum and Neon Sign Garden, the Wildwood Historical Building, and they also take a tour on the bus with a step-on guide. Lunch is at
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can meet the needs of children and young adults who have not always had an easy go of things. We play a role in helping people move forward. That is personally satisfying to me,” said Turnbach.
“The people that work and volunteer for the Youth Center are committed to providing enriching experiences that yield benefits that will last a lifetime for those who at-
the Mud Hen Brewery.
Cost is $95 and includes transportation, lunch, all admissions and all gratuities. The bus leaves from the Laurel Square Shopping Center, 1930 Route 70, Brick. For availability/reservations call the Havens Homestead Museum at 732-785-2500 and leave your name and number clearly to receive a call back.
tend programming put on by the Center,” Crea said.
The Center is always looking for more volunteers, especially people that would be able to tutor teens in math. Please email ocyc@ co.ocean.nj.us to speak with someone about potential volunteering opportunities.
For any parents or teens interested in registering their children or themselves for any programming, call the Program Coordinator at 732-288-7703 or the Program Director at 732-288-7780.
Dr. Izzy’s
Sound News
Presented By: Isidore Kirsh, Ph.D., F.A.A.A. (N.J. Lic. #678)
Dr. Isidore Kirsh Ph.D., F.A.A.A.
How Are Hearing And Cognition Related To Each Other?
We HEAR with our ears and LISTEN with our brain. Our brain plays a significant role in our ability to hear. With untreated hearing loss, you have to work harder to make sense of what people are saying. This is called having a higher “cognitive load”.
Having a higher “cognitive load” can affect your memory and how you process information.
Be empowered to make changes!
Lifestyle factors can impact cognitive impairment. Address these risk factors:
• Hearing Loss
• Vision Loss
• Medication Side Effects
• Vitamin B12 Deficiency
• Diabetes
• Cardiovascular Issues
• Sleep Disorders
• Poor Lifestyle Choices
• Brain Fog
• Sports that Impact the Head Stress Your Hearing Healthcare Professional’s assessment includes a cognitive screening that will help you understand how you are processing information, organizing your thoughts, and remembering things. Cognivue Thrive is a personalized, consistent and reliable way to receive an overall screening of your brain health.
• Self-administered 5-10 minute assessment
• Non-invasive
• Interactive
• Immediate results with a simple report 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
His offices are in Toms River, Whiting, and Manahawkin. He can be reached at 732-451-3962 or via Web site at gardenstatehearing.com. Dr. Izzy & Staff gives Retirement Community Talks!
Upcoming BMAC Meeting
BRICK – The next meeting of the Brick Municipal Anti-Drug Coalition (BMAC) will take place on July 22 at 7 p.m. in the A/B Con-
ference Room of the Brick Township Municipal Building located at 401 Chambers Bridge Road. The meeting is open to the public.
Dear Pharmacist
Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
Understanding Anxiety: Key Neurotransmitters, Genes, And Natural Remedies
By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
Have you ever found yourself lying awake at night, overwhelmed with worry about every little thing? If so, you’re not alone. Anxiety disorders affect 40 million adults in the U.S. each year, according to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America. The underlying causes of this pervasive worry can often be traced to brain chemistry and genetics. Let’s explore the 4 neurotransmitters and 3 genetic factors that contribute to anxiety and how we can manage them through both conventional and holistic approaches.
1. Serotonin: The Mood Regulator. Serotonin is known as the brain’s natural mood stabilizer. Low levels of serotonin can lead to anxiety and depression. Medications like selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), such as Prozac, are often prescribed to increase serotonin levels. However, there are natural alternatives that can help boost serotonin. These include St. John’s Wort and 5-HTP.
2. Dopamine: The Motivator. Dopamine is associated with reward and motivation. Imbalances in dopamine levels can cause mood disturbances, including anxiety. Medications like Wellbutrin can help, but natural methods include Mucuna pruriens -the velvet beanwhich is a natural source of L-dopa.
3. Norepinephrine: The Stress Responder. Norepinephrine is crucial for the body’s stress response. High levels can lead to heightened anxiety. Medications like beta-blockers help manage norepinephrine effects. Herbal options include ashwagandha, and L-theanine (found in green tea).
4. Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid (GABA): The Calmer. GABA is the brain’s primary in-
hibitory neurotransmitter, calming neural activity. Low levels are linked to increased anxiety. Benzodiazepines enhance GABA’s effects, but herbal options that might help include valerian root, chamomile, or passionflower.
Controlling worry isn’t as simple as popping a pill or an herbal supplement or tea. Those may help, but sometimes you have to overcome your genes. The 3 genetic factors that influence anxiety and worry include the following:
1. COMT Gene: This gene helps break down dopamine and norepinephrine. If it’s not up to par, you’ll have higher levels of both of these neurotransmitters, contributing to anxiety. Managing COMT polymorphisms can involve supplements like magnesium and high-quality mitochondrial B complex vitamins.
2. SLC6A4 Gene: This gene affects serotonin absorption in the brain. Certain versions, such as the short allele, are linked to a higher risk of anxiety and depression.
3. BDNF Gene: This gene is involved in the brain’s response to stress. Variations like Val66Met can influence susceptibility to anxiety by affecting how the brain handles stress.
Managing these 3 different genetic variations (if you have them) is easier said than done. Medications like certain antidepressants, beta-blockers, and sedatives may be effective but often come with side effects and dependency risks. That’s why I always suggest herbal and holistic approaches first. I have written a more comprehensive blog on this topic which is posted at my website, suzycohen.com. Please see a qualified practitioner if your anxiety is very serious, or if it includes PTSD. Use my search box at my website to find articles about these topics as well.
(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.
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Singer-Songwriter Gwen Stefani To Play Hard Rock Live At Etess Arena
Photo courtesy Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City
ATLANTIC CITY – Multi-platinum music and fashion icon Gwen Stefani is set to take the stage at Hard Rock Live at
Etess Arena at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
Atlantic City on August 17 at 8 p.m.
Tickets for Gwen Stefani are on sale now. Tickets can be purchased at HardRockHotelAtlanticCity.com , Ticketmaster.com or 800-745-3000. All shows are subject to change.
A three-time Grammy Award winner, Gwen Stefani has achieved global success as a songwriter, performer, charismatic frontwoman of No Doubt, and as a multi-platinum solo artist. Throughout it all, Stefani has remained a trend-setting music and fashion icon with an impressive array of honors – four MTV Video Music Awards, two Billboard Awards, an American Music Award, and a Brit Award. To date, she’s sold more than 60 million units worldwide, including her four-times platinum debut solo album Love. Angel. Music. Baby. – that delivered the hit singles “Rich Girl,” “What You Waiting For?”
and the Pharrell Williams produced No. 1 hit “Hollaback Girl.” Her sophomore album, The Sweet Escape, featured the Billboard Hot 100 top 10 single “Wind It Up” and the unforgettable anthem “The Sweet Escape.” Her critically praised latest album, This Is What the Truth Feels Like, debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Top 200 album chart and includes her powerful No. 1 single “Used To Love You.” In 2020, Stefani had two No. 1 hits on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart with husband Blake Shelton, “Nobody But You” and “Happy Anywhere.” Stefani released “True Babe” in June ahead of a series of headline festival performances in the U.K. and Europe last summer and most recently released another duet with Shelton, “Purple Irises.” Stefani will return for her eighth season as a coach on the Emmy-winning NBC series The Voice this fall. One of pop culture’s most magnetic style
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icons, Stefani is one of the fi rst artists to brilliantly merge music stardom into a series of global lifestyle brands including her fashion-forward clothing line, L.A.M.B., sister label Harajuku Lovers and her eyewear line gx by Gwen Stefani. Stefani’s passion for makeup was integral in the launch of her beauty brand GXVE in early 2022 with a collection inspired by Stefani’s iconic looks and created for the community of makeup lovers that fi nd their inspiration, individuality and self-expression through artistry.
Stefani continues to make giving back a focus in her life supporting a number of charities and foundations including Cure 4 The Kids Foundation, a nonprofit organization that provides medical treatment to children facing a number of life-threatening conditions, the Children’s Hospital of Orange County and Make-A-Wish Greater Los Angeles.
VERIZON UPGRADES NETWORK ALONG JERSEY SHORE TO BOLSTER PUBLIC SAFETY, HANDLE MASSIVE DATA INCREASE
Sea Girt, Lavallette, Brick, Seaside Park, Ortley Beach, and Asbury Park get network upgrades
Verizon has just completed a major network upgrade at the Jersey Shore. Specifically, in Sea Girt, Lavallette, Seaside Park, Ortley Beach with additional upgrades coming in Asbury Park and Brick this summer. This is a response to the dramatic increase we’ve been seeing in usage from people at the beach, both summer visitors and year long residents, but also small businesses and public safety o cials - who need reliable communication in high density areas.
The upgrade is going to support more customers simultaneously using their phones with improved reliability and speeds.
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1st Time Visitor To Casino Wins $1.6M
ATLANTIC CITY – An out-of-state, fi rsttime visitor to Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City has won a wide area progressive jackpot of $1,593,457.
The lucky player bet $10 on a Wheel of Fortune slot machine with a $1 denomination. According to slot manufacturer IGT Jackpots, its Wheel of Fortune slot machines are the nation’s most popular slots.
The lucky player’s total amount wagered was $87 during this extremely profitable visit to the casino resort.
$1,593,457 is among the top five slot machine jackpots won at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City since its opening in June of 2018.
The jackpot amount is based on a 20-year annual annuity payout. The lucky winner declined to participate in jackpot publicity.
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City features an award-winning gaming floor that offers 2,425 slots, including a private high-end slot salon, plus 130 table games of blackjack, baccarat, craps, roulette and more.
Crisis Hotline Volunteers Needed
TOMS RIVER – Crisis Hotline Volunteers needed for CONTACT of Ocean & Monmouth Counties’ training beginning September 17, twice a week, every Tuesday and Thursday, for six weeks from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Training will be held in person at Christ Episcopal Church, 415 Washington Street, Toms River. CONTACT is a 24-hour crisis
intervention hotline that also provides information and referral to community resources. All calls are free, confidential and anonymous. Training is free. Become a voice to those in distress. Make a difference in your community! Call 732240-6104 or email contact@contactoceanmonmouth.org for additional information and registration.
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Kayaks - Santee Sport 126 Red/ WH, $650. Santee Sport 116 orange/ WH, $650. Cash only, regular price over $1,000. 732-673-7072. (30)
Kayak Thule Roof Rack - Two ullavators $650 each. Two crossbars $150 each. Regular price over $1,000. 732-473-1893. Cash only. (30)
Treadmill and Exercise BikeFor sale excellent condition, $350 for both or sold seperately. (31)
Items Wanted
Entire Estates Bought - Bedroom/dining sets, dressers, cedar chests, wardrobes, secretaries, pre-1950 wooden furniture, older glassware, oriental rugs, paintings, bronzes, silver, bric-abrac. Call Jason at 609-970-4806. (t/n)
CASH PAID!! LP records - stereos, musical instruments, guitar, saxophone, CD’s, reel tapes, music related items. Come to you. 732-804-8115. (44)
Cash - Top dollar, paid for junk, cars running and nonrunning, late model salvage, cars and trucks, etc. 732-928-3713. (t/n)
Ca$h Paid For Old 45 RPM Records. - R&B, doo wop, soul, early rock & roll, and rockabilly preferred. Call between 8AM and 8PM 909-938-4623. (10)
Used Guns Wanted - All types: collectibles, military, etc. Call 917-681-6809. (t/n)
COSTUME/ESTATE JEWEL-
RY 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)
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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. 732-849-6068 (new number). (t/n)
WE BUY CARS - Any year. Any model. Any condition. Running or Not. CASH PAYMENT AND FREE PICK UP OF VEHICLE. 609-3841610. Www.Webuycars2day.com. (32)
Vinyl Records Wanted - Paying cash for LP albums. Rock, Reggae, Blues, Jazz. Also buying Comic Books . Call Rick 908-616-7104 (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)
Cash Paid LP Records - 33/45's, reel to reel's. Fast response, we answer the phone 732-829-5908, 24/7, Eddie. (30)
Services
Since 1979, Kitchen Magic, a family-owned business offering cabinet refacing, new cabinetry, and luxury countertop throughout the
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Services Help Wanted
Two Part Time Custodian Positions
- At Crestwood Village 7 Clubhouse. Call Al at 856-520-3432. (31)
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)
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)
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)
Assistant For Mildly Disabled 73-Year-Old Female - Help with shopping, transportation, medical appointments. Hours flexible. Call Maryann 732-678-3161. (31)
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Prepare for power outages today with a Generac Home Standby Generator. Act now to receive a FREE 5-Year warranty with qualifying purchase. Call 1-833-901-0309 today to schedule a free quote. It’s not just a generator. It’s a power move. (t/n)
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PQ Painting & Home Improvement Services - Over 5 decades of service in NJ. Visit us online at pqpaintingservice.com . Winner of Angie’s List Super Service Award. Free estimates, reasonable rates, fully licensed and insured NJ Lic #13VH06752800. Call 732500-3063 or 609-356-2444. (t/n)
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THE RIDE GUY - Takes you anywhere! No limits. Comfy mini-van. Call Charlie 732-2163176 or Email: cr@exit109.com. References. Let's Go! (t/n)
MY HANDY CREW - Home repairs, carpentry, painting roofing and siding, decks, powerwashing, yardwork all your home maintenance needs. $ave. Call Clark 732-850-5060. Insured and NJ License #13VH11804800. (10)
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Handyman Service - Carpentry, masonry, painting repairs large and small. 40 years experience. Call Jim 732-674-3346. (39)
Painting - Special Spring Pricing. Interior/Exterior. Meticulous work. All materials and jobs guaranteed. Fully licensed and insured. $ave. Call 732-850-5060. (47)
CHEAP PAINTING Done RITEFree est. Senior discounts interior exterior. Call 732-506-7787, cell 646-643-7678. (t/n)
APlus Home Improvements - Over 30 years experience. Everything from small handyman tasks to large renovations, decks, finished basements and much more. Lic #13VH11453600. No job too small give us a call. 908-278-1322. (52)
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Car Service - 24/7. Doctors, shopping, airports, hospitals, cruise, shops, Atlantic City, family functions, NYC accomodations for large groups. Call for reasonable rates. Kerry 732-606-2725. (42)
Roofing - Covering the Jersey Shore since 1984. Removal of old shingles, all woodwork inspected and repaired. GAF lifetime roofing shingles. meticulous cleanup. Fully insured and free estimates. $ave. Call Clark 732-8505060. NJ Lic # 13VH11804800. (17)
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FOR THE WEEK OF JULY 13 - JULY 19
ARIES (March 21-April 19): RYour charisma can light up any room so be your genuine, authentic self. Transparency can help to foster trust and connection. Consider being more open and honest, and you might create harmony in your relationships.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20) : It’s great to be the center of attention, but only if it’s for the right reasons. You may not need fame to know you’ve made it because sometimes, one person’s undeniable love could be all the validation you need.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20 ): Trust those gut feelings since they could be your guiding light. Romance is the language of love, not business. Consider taking longer when making decisions regarding serious and unpleasant subjects.
CANCER (June 21-July 22) : Listen to those who believe in you, and don’t let self-doubt hold you back. Being positive mixed with a dash of realism might keep things balanced. Be generous while also empowering others to stand on their own.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Think before you speak, especially in tricky situations, careless wording could be misinterpreted. Always remember, you’re free to be yourself and move freely in the world; you are lovable just as you are.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) : Common sense is your best tool. There may not be a need for quick fixes because patience may reveal the real magic. Consider staying put and thinking things through when you seem on the verge of misunderstanding.
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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) : Break through impasses with a trusted partner and let the pieces fall where they may. Things in the love and romance department may be sizzling. Friends could be the perfect treat that brings good cheer and joy.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Don’t underestimate the intelligence of those entering your life. Brilliance is in the air, possibly bringing valuable information. Consider embracing an exciting project or professional connection that may come your way.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21):
True love is always in style, and you’ve got that magnetic charm that draws people closer. Consider taking time to enjoy a deep connection with a special someone, and steer clear of fleeting distractions.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19):
Approach your projects with a strategy. Rushing might not lead to your desired outcome. You may benefit from planning your action steps, then going full steam ahead. Use your innovative instincts to gain momentum.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Balance is key to having a well-rounded and comfortable life. Consider making time for tasks, family, and friends in the upcoming week. Be careful not to let personal ambitions overshadow your loved ones.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): The more you learn the more you can grow. If you feel like everyone’s focused on your flaws, use it as a chance to improve. Shift your mindset into finding an opportunity to get better within every critique.
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