2024-07-27 - The Manchester Times by Jersey Shore Online

Military Kids Reel In Fun At Lighthouse Center

Ocean County To Preserve More Land

By Bob Vosseller MANCHESTER –

Knot tying and casting mastery were all part of the day’s program.

Stephanie Faughnan

WARETOWN – Nearly three dozen children of service members stationed at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst recently reeled in a day of fun and learning at the Lighthouse Center for Education.

The Fish Hawks Saltwater Anglers Club, with 140 members strong, has been casting its lines for good

causes for quite some time. Their annual Youth Fishing Seminar for military kids dates back to 2011 and has a spot marked on the Joint Base calendar.

Learning The Ropes (And Knots) The day began with a series of scheduled activities as the kids divided into groups. One of the fun (Military Kids - See Page 4)

$7.5M Awarded For

Homeless Housing Programs

By Stephanie Faughnan

TOMS RIVER –

This is the third installment in our series on Ocean County’s appropriation of $12.5 million in American Rescue Plan Act

(ARPA) funds to prevent homelessness and assist the unhoused.

Part One provided a general overview of the awards and painted a broad picture of homelessness in Ocean County. Part Two

delved into the $5 million awarded to Bright Harbor Healthcare for establishing a Young Adult Bridge Housing program. So, what about the remaining $7.5 million?

The Ocean County

Commissioners earmarked those funds to award a competitive contract to HABcore, Inc. in collaboration with Family Promise of the Jersey Shore and Bright Harbor Healthcare. Each organization

will leverage their expertise for the “Acquisition for Innovations to Address Homelessness” program for the Ocean County Department of Human (HousingSee Page 16)

Mayor Robert Arace provided an update on an ongoing concern of residents and a land preservation plan during a recent township council meeting.

“For the past 18 months the township administrator and Tax Accessor Martin Lynch has been working very closely with the Ocean County Land Trust

Fund. There is a piece of property on Route 571, 88 acres, with a court settlement agreement that would allow for 440 homes,” Mayor Arace reported.

“Over the course of those 18 months we have worked with the owner of that property as well as the land trust.

Two weeks ago the Land Trust has voted to recommend for the (Land - See Page 5)

Forum Teaches How To Prevent Scams

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a forum.

By Bob Vosseller MANCHESTER

– A forum to fight fraud drew over 160 attendees, showing just how many residents are concerned with scams – particularly the

(Scams - See Page 7)

Photo by Stephanie Faughnan

Photos by Bob Vosseller

Michael Mastronardy speaks at the podium at the Crestwood Village Club House. Ocean County Director of Consumer Affairs Ronald Heinzman, seated at left joins Commissioner Gary Quinn. (Bottom) Ocean County Senior Services Director Maria Laface speaks to an audience of seniors about scamming during

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challenges was casting mastery. Volunteers coached the participants from individual stations as they aimed their rods to cast inside a giant hula hoop target.

Give some kids a bit of rope – and what will they come up with? Using wrenches as mock hooks (a clever twist!), the kids tackled the Palomar knot with surprising ease. With a little practice and expert guidance, these future fishing stars learned that some knots are meant to be.

A cooler filled with fish, courtesy of Viking

Village on Barnegat Light, served a dual purpose for identification and cleaning demonstrations. The fish included stripers, sea bass, fluke, and even a six-foot-long thresher shark tail. Children learned about fish cleaning techniques and watched in awe as a volunteer expertly filleted one of the fish.

Two United States Coast Guard Auxiliary members led discussions on the importance of staying safe on the water. They explained their roles as volunteer guardians of the coast, then dove into a lively water safety lesson. Each of the participants had a chance to try on a life vest and learn about the importance of personal protective equipment.

Kids from Joint Base arrive for a day of fun at the Fish Hawks Saltwater Angler Club’s Annual Youth Fishing Seminar.

Beyond the thrill of the catch, the day delved into the science of fish tagging – providing a glimpse into how marine life is tracked and studied. Local experts then expanded the classroom beyond the water’s surface. The kids had some extra fun, from learning about the fascinating world of crabs (a few of which may have left a playful trail across the room!) to the delicate balance of terrapin populations.

The event wasn’t just for the kids – local dignitaries also stopped by to show their support. State Senator Carmen Amato (R-9), Barnegat Mayor Joe Marte, and Township of Ocean Mayor Lydia Dodd all joined the festivities, underscoring the importance of this community program.

The day culminated in a delicious barbecue, a welcome reward after all the learning and laughter. But the fun didn’t stop there. Each participant received a special gift – a brandnew fishing rod and reel combo and a tackle box stocked with everything they needed. They also can proudly say – they got the tee shirt commemorating the day of fun.

Next on the Fish Hawks’ agenda is a fishing trip on August 17 for the group from Ma Deuce Deuce, a veteran advocacy non-profit organization. Seven club members will bring their boats to Key Harbor Marina in Waretown for the event, continuing the tradition of community support and engagement.

Military Kids – A Special Breed

Participants in the day’s events ranged in age from 8-18, and all had at least one parent stationed at the Joint Base. Students attend classes from different school districts, including North Hanover, Pemberton and Manchester.

Many of the younger kids who live on base attend the Endeavour School.

William Crockett, known as “Mr. Will,” led the group from McGuire Youth Programs. A former Army serviceman, Mr. Will has spent 25 years working with youth programs on various bases. He is a civilian employee of the Department of Defense. The children seem to look up to Mr. Will as someone who understands their unique challenges.

Reassignments and deployments often lead to unpredictable changes. Nine-year-old Andrew Knowles, whose father serves in the Air Force and whose mother provides daycare services, has lived at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst for six years. Not all the children interviewed have had such long-term longevity in one place.

Twins Teria and Tessa Beckenhauer, 12, were adopted to become part of a family of nine. Their dad is in the Air Force, and their relocation from Alexandria, VA to New Jersey came just two weeks ago. Two of the other Beckenhauer siblings also joined in the fun at the fishing event.

Logan Dorring, 10, said he expects to continue to go to school in New Jersey until at least December. “My dad’s retiring,” he said. “When we move, I’ll be going to school in Hartford, Michigan.”

Logan said he wished they’d stay the entire year – but “it’s not looking good.”

As far as the challenges of being a child of a serviceperson, one of the kids lamented that his dad works at night and sleeps all day and it’s necessary to be quiet. Another said his father is on a “secret deployment.” And, (Military Kids - See Page 5)

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acquisition and preservation of that property that would stop any development in that given parcel. That is really big news,” the mayor added.

Mayor Arace said, “this is on 571 across the street from where the several acre county park preservations is by a small creek.” Members of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners voted on the purchase during their July 17 meeting.

The mayor also noted on traffic safety specifically on the Beacon Street and Route 571intersection. He noted that in speaking to the County Business Administrator “they are expecting to have a temporary traffic signal there in the next 30 to 60 days.”

“They do plan on having a permanent traffic signal there as well. We have collected crash data of the many incidents that have occurred on 571 and 70,” he said. The report was given to the county with recommendations on what township officials think should happen in terms of

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it wasn’t the first time – Dad was home for a week and left again.

“Deployment means they’re on a mission,” shared one of the other elementary school children.

the timing of that traffic signal.

Vice Council President James Vaccaro who chaired that meeting in the absence of Council President Roxy Conniff, repeated some requests he had made at prior meetings including “shop local and support our local businesses. Remember our mantra, Manchester Township, the gemstone of the Jersey Shore. We are the best place to reside in Ocean County. We are very affordable with our rural nature which we will maintain as such.”

He congratulated those township police officers who were promoted during a recently held ceremony. “The best of success in your rank and your career goals and future career enhancement. We run the best.”

Vaccaro also noted the success of this year’s Manchester Day festivities that he, Mayor Arace, Councilwoman Zolezi and Councilman Craig Wallis attended. “The event was very well attended. It was the largest Manchester Day event. I have ever experienced. It was well organized and greatly enlarged over past years.” He and other council members credited Recre-

The transient nature of military life was nothing new to one of the event’s chaperones. Joe McIntosh was quite humble and unassuming in saying he worked as part of the Air Force’s FSS (Force Support Squadron). Later, it was revealed that Major Joe McIntosh is the commander of the 87th Force Support Squadron at the Joint Base. Joe’s son, Aiden (8 going on

ation Director Tracey Lynch and her staff and township employees and volunteers that worked during Manchester Day, “a very rewarding event.”

He and the mayor attended a Tourism and Business Advisory Committee meeting hosted by Ocean County that involved Commissioner Frank Sadeghi. Vaccaro encouraged the governing body to “research and secure federal funding to provide a life saving kidney dialysis transportation program to provide reliable sources to transport seniors from the township to the medical care they need.” The program could be administered through the senior services department.

“I am also asking the support of the council and possibly the Economic Development Committee to market the township as the gemstone of the Jersey Shore,” Vaccaro added “To attract small businesses, franchises, family restaurants and a medical care center to move into Manchester Township to provide services for Manchester Township.”

The official also repeated the idea of creating a youth and senior community center

9), was also among the children participating in the program.

“I was a military brat myself,” Joe shared. “Staying in the same place or living in the same local area for an extended period of time is unknown to me. It’s kind of scary, actually – I’ve always had that kind of gypsy mindset.” Joe said the moves he has made have served

to be established within the township “and the exploration of available grants since this requires discussions by the Council.”

Councilman Wallis noted a local karate school that always comes out for local events like Manchester and who provided a demonstration during this year’s Manchester Day. “They are always there when we need them to help us out.”

“Manchester Day was fabulous,” Councilwoman Zolezi commented. “It was great to see everyone out there and nice to see our police department, dispatchers out there meeting with the community, our EMS our public works department as well and a lot of non-profits. If you weren’t at Manchester Day, you should defi nitely be there next year because it was a wonderful event.”

“With this heat please be aware of your neighbors. This heat and humidity is really not well for our seniors who have breathing problems and that goes for young children as well. We should always look out for our neighbors and there has also been a bit of an uptick on traffic accidents so let’s be mindful and responsible on the roadway,” she added.

him well. He anticipates the same will be true for his son. Aiden was born in Montana, moved to Colorado, on to Korea, then to New Mexico and has lived in New Jersey for the last year.

“Everywhere I go, I meet really good people,” said Joe. “And we always keep in touch and pick up where we left off.”

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Noting the increase in local scamming incidents, Judy Noonan, the Mayor’s Confidential Aide and Township Senior Service Liaison, assisted by fellow township staff member Frank Nicolato and the leadership of Crestwood Village V, organized a public forum about the growing problem.

The forum was held at the Crestwood Village V Club House in Whiting and featured several speakers from Ocean County government including Sheriff Michael Mastronardy, Director of Consumer Affairs Ronald Heinzman, Commissioner Gary Quinn, Senior Services Director Maria Laface and Consumer Affairs Investigator Paul Wnek. Manchester Police Detectives Richard Jupinka and Victoria Guarino were also present and Jupinka noted some recent local cases that the department investigated. Council members Joseph Hankins and James Vaccaro were also in attendance.

Each speaker noted incidents of claims of problems or prizes: Scammers frequently fabricate urgent scenarios, such as outstanding debts or promises of significant prize winnings. Victims may be falsely informed that they owe the IRS money, are owed a tax refund, need to verify accounts or must pay fees to claim non-existent lottery winnings.

Heinzman and Wnek noted that victims often face pressure for immediate action and that deceitful actors create a sense of urgency, demanding that victims take quick action without allowing time for reflection.

Common tactics include threats of arrest, deportation, license suspension or computer viruses to coerce immediate compliance. To complicate traceability, scammers insist on unconventional payment methods, including cryptocurrency, wire transfers, payment apps or gift cards, and often require victims to provide sensitive information like gift card numbers.

“A big issue is home improvement contractors. That is a big topic right now. Right now, all contractors have to be registered with the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs. If not, it is a violation of our rules and regs and violations are heard in municipal court. It is a fourth-degree crime. We are moving over to a licensing phase for contractors as opposed to being registered by the state,”

Heinzman said.

He added, “we handle hundreds of hundreds of cases a year for home improvement. We just fi nished an automotive task force in Ocean County. We have 241 used car dealerships in Ocean County. We visited every one of them and I happy to report that 95% of them are doing the right thing for consumers. We have a few that we have to take some stronger measures with a little guidance.”

Wnek noted that the County Department of Consumer Affairs compiled all its information into a large free book that provides tips and safeguards about subjects such as elder fraud, home contactors, health clubs, consumer insight contact information, new car lemon laws, charitable giving and identity theft.

“This is your little Bible for scams,” Wnek said, noting also that if there is a suspected

problem, “we will review your contracts at no charge.”

Heinzman noted a recent investigation that involved a gas station in Lakehurst where a former employee had committed fraud. “He didn’t use a skimmer. He was taking photographs of the credit card while he was at the pump and then he used their information to make purchases. When you hand someone your card, you should get it right back.”

Detective Jupinka advised residents that it was better to make purchases with a credit card rather than a debit card in certain scam situations.

He warned of promises by strangers reaching out to you: “If it sounds too good to be true, it usually is.” In cases of phone solicitation, “just hang up the phone and if you do get caught up in a situation and you engage in a conversation with a scammer, slow yourself down and give yourself time to think about it.”

He referenced a woman in the audience who shared her story of having been duped out of $7,000 and that she stopped to more carefully consider the situation and ceased the activity before she was bilked out of additional money.

Sheriff Mastronardy said, “we solve a lot of different kinds of crimes within the Sheriff’s Office. We also have people on special assignment. What we do affects the safety of those in Ocean County.”

Noonan noted that scammers are not only targeting the senior community. “This isn’t just about seniors, this hits everybody. People are embarrassed when they are scammed and they don’t know who to go to. Our speakers

are on the front lines to help the seniors. A lot of (residents) aren’t aware of what Consumer Affairs are all about.”

Commissioner Quinn said “whether it be scams or fraud, senior services do a great job. Judy and I go back 20 years and if she puts something together it is going to be successful. We have great professionals here to answer some of your questions.”

Laface said her office deals with programs like “Meals on Wheels, Medical Alert buttons and all the programs that help our seniors remain independent. Because we are the first line of defense in some cases (of scams) and at times when we talk to them about other things they talk to us about odd phone calls or love interests on a computer. We can then identify potential fraud issues and if it is something relative to Ron’s department (consumer affairs), we will immediately bring it over to investigate. They do an excellent job of investigating.”

IRS agent John Fuld reported in a recent release to The Manchester Times, that there was a nationwide increase of impersonation scams which are targeting older adults by pretending to be government officials, aiming to steal sensitive personal information and money. By posing as representatives from agencies such as the IRS, or other government agencies, these fraudsters use fear and deceit to exploit their victims.

“Scammers often target seniors, attempting to steal personal information through phone calls, emails or text messages by pretending to be from the IRS or other agencies or businesses,” IRS Commissioner Danny Werfel said. (Scams - See Page 16)

OPINIONS & COMMENTARY

EDITORIAL

What Do You Think Of Biden Dropping Out?

President Joe Biden dropping out, and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris, is a historic moment. Everyone’s talking about it.

It gives us an opportunity to try out something

we’ve discussed in the office: Give readers a specific topic to write letters about. Do you think Biden should have stayed in? Are you glad he stepped down? Should someone else take the platform instead of Harris? Who

Justice For Corey

Editor’s note: We generally don’t publish letters from out of our coverage area. However, this one from Canada shows how a local issue has become a global one.

On May 31 2024, Christopher Gregor (treadmill abuse dad) was found Guilty of aggravated manslaughter and child endangerment, for brutally ending the life of his innocent 6 year old biological offspring, Corey Micciolo. On August 2, 2024, Gregor will be sentenced.

The egregious circumstances surrounding this case, as well as the horrendous fi nal outcome in the loss of life of an innocent six year old child, have caused pain and outrage throughout the world and will be permanently engraved in our collective consciousness. One only needs to consult the various messages of condolence in Corey Micci-

do you think her vice presidential running mate should be? Do you think it even matters because you expect a Trump landslide anyway?

We’re looking for intelligent responses. Leave the crass comments and bad

jokes on Facebook where they belong.

These letters pages are a mixed bag of what’s on the minds of people in our coverage area, which includes all of Ocean County, as well as Howell and its neighbors.

Part of the fun of putting together a page of letters is printing a variety of topics.

Of course, we’ll still accept letters about all topics. However, we think it would be interesting to fill a page with letters all about this historic event. Send them along to CLundy@JerseyShoreOnline.com. We look forward to hearing from you.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

olo’s obituary or check the numerous online chat exchanges pertaining to this case, to see that the pain and outrage is expressed throughout the United States as well as from places as far as the United Kingdom, France, Australia, Switzerland, Jamaica and Canada (to name a few).

We must first keep in mind that Corey Micciolo is much more than just Christopher Gregor’s victim. He is a beautiful, smart, fun-loving little boy who enjoyed to read, was fascinated by the solar system and had a true passion for painting. Corey is deeply loved and deeply missed by his family and friends as well as by millions of people he had never met in his short life. Corey Micciolo will be in our hearts forever. His heroic courage has raised and renewed to a worldwide level, the following two important issues: our awareness of the existence of imminent

The Manchester Times welcomes all points of view for publication and provides this page as an open forum for residents to express themselves regarding politics, government, current events and local concerns.

All letters are printed as space allows unless deemed offensive by the editorial staff, and provided they are signed and include address & phone number for veri�ication. Letters may not be printed if we cannot verify them. Names will not be withheld from publication. While most letters are printed as submitted, we reserve the right to edit or reject letters. The weekly deadline is 5 p.m. Thursday. Mail typed letters to: PO Box 521, Lakehurst, NJ 08733, fax 732-657-7388 or e-mail news@jerseyshoreonline.com. Letters may be limited to one per month per writer at the editor’s discretion. The opinions expressed in the Letters To The Editor section do not necessarily re�lect those of the staff, management or sponsors of Micromedia Publications/Jersey Shore Online. Letters to the Editor are the OPINION of the writer and the content is not checked for accuracy.

danger in child abuse and the discrimination towards marginal parents in our present society. Corey’s story has brought to light the utmost importance for government child protection agencies and family court to increase their consideration of these two important issues when dealing with complaints and cases of child abuse. As well to be considered, is the fact that Corey Micciolo represents our current society’s children. Thus, it is imperative that Corey’s voice be heard loud and clear by sentencing guilty offenders of child abuse and child homicides to the maximum extent of the particular state’s law. Christopher Gregor deserves to be sentenced to the maximum penalty for each of the offences that he has been found guilty of: 10 years for Endangering the Welfare of a Child and 30 years for Aggravated Manslaughter, served consecutively with no possibility of early release. If Christopher Gregor serves 40 years in prison, upon his release, his victim Corey Micciolo’s age would be less than 50 years old, which is still decades below the life expectancy for a white male in the United States (74.8 years mortality in the United States, 2022, U.S. Center for Disease Control).

Last but certainly not least, is that Christopher Gregor appears to need intensive rehabilitation, as his abusive behavior was only emboldened by the ineffective involvement of

the New Jersey Division of Child Protection and Permanency. Christopher Gregor’s emboldened and long term abusive behavior towards a helpless, innocent 6-year-old child to death, his apparent lack of remorse throughout the trial and his apparent refusal to take responsibility for his horrendous actions, appear to be the behaviors of an individual who poses a serious threat to society and again, who needs intensive rehabilitation.

In conclusion, the circumstances and fi nal outcome of this case warrant the law to be applied to its fullest extent in sentencing. The world is watching to see how justice will hold accountable a man who consciously, cruelly and repeatedly abused his helpless, innocent 6-year-old offspring, to death.

Let justice be heard for innocent 6-year-old Corey Micciolo.

Maximum sentence for Christopher Gregor.

M. Beneteau Canada

Korean War Vets

Each year on July 27, the United States and South Korea observe National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day, a somber remembrance of the day in 1953 when a ceasefi re agreement brought an end to active hostilities in the Korean War. This day serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by American and Al-

lied forces during this often-overlooked and ignored conflict, which claimed the lives of over 36,000 U.S. service members and left more than 103,000 wounded.

The Korean War was “the forgotten war.”

Charlie Koppelman Past State Commander: Korean War/Defense Veterans

Celebrate The EMS

Every day, EMS providers rush into the unknown, prepared for anything that comes their way. Yet, there are moments that catch even the most seasoned professionals off guard. Today, we want to celebrate those heart-pounding moments when EMS providers fi nd themselves delivering more than just medical assistance.

Imagine this: you’re responding to a routine call, but as you arrive, you realize it’s anything but routine. A mother in labor, ready to bring a new life into the world right then and there. In that moment, the training kicks in, the nerves settle, and these heroes spring into action. With steady hands and quick thinking, they guide the mother through the delivery process, providing comfort and reassurance every step of the way. And when that tiny cry fi lls the air, echoing with the promise of new beginnings, it’s a testament to the unwavering dedication of our EMS providers.

But the story doesn’t end there. These amazing individuals don’t just deliver babies; they ensure that both mother and child receive the care they need, getting them safely to the hospital for further assistance.

So here’s to the EMS providers who never know what each call will bring, yet face each challenge with courage and compassion. Your dedication to saving lives, whether big or small, does not go unnoticed. Congratulations to CSO Kandil and CSO Gruttemeyer, and thank you for being the unsung heroes of our communities!

Toms River Police EMS IAFF Local 4846

Only One Party Hates

Only one political party tries to get your vote by making you hate others. Only one political party is telling you to hate immigrants (even though many of us are only second or third generation).

Only one political party is telling you to hate gays and trans people.

Only one political party is telling you to hate people who are not Christian. Only one political party is telling you to hate anyone who is not like you.

I’m not saying the other side is perfect by any means, but at least they’re not getting your vote by making us hate each other.

Chris Lundy News Editor

Carl Borgnis Manchester

Legislation Supports Volunteer First Responders

sor and Senator Amato is a co-sponsor of the identical companion measure, S-2083, which has been introduced by Senator Vin Gopal.

fire departments and first aid squads for the use of their personal vehicle in the performance of active duty. The companion bills were introduced by Senator Vin Gopal and Assemblywoman Margie Donlon M.D., respectively.

9th Legislative District

Senator Carmen F. Amato, Jr.

Assemblyman Brian E. Rumpf

Assemblyman Gregory Myhre

TRENTON - 9th District State Representatives Senator Carmen Amato, Jr., Assemblyman Brian Rumpf and Assemblyman Gregory Myhre are actively supporting and sponsoring legislative initiatives to aid in the retention and recruitment of volunteer first responders. Assemblyman Rumpf is the prime sponsor of legislation, A-1754, which would permit eligible volunteer firefighters and first aid or rescue squad members to take an additional $2,000 exemption as a deduction from gross income under the New Jersey gross income tax. Assemblyman Myhre is a co-spon-

Senator Amato has introduced S-3567 which would require access to periodic cancer screening examinations for volunteer firefighters serving in a fire district of this state, or a fire department, unit, or company of or in this state or a political subdivision of this state, without cost-sharing. Assemblyman Rumpf and Assemblyman Myhre have joined as co-sponsors on the identical companion measure, A-4649, which was introduced by Assemblyman Robert Auth. Amato, Rumpf and Myhre have also all joined as co-sponsors on companion legislation, S-2386 and A-3532, which would establish a refundable gross income tax credit to provide reimbursement to active members of volunteer

The 9th District Delegation has also signed on as co-sponsors to SCR-82 and ACR-110 which propose a constitutional amendment to permit municipalities to provide a partial property tax exemption of up to 15 percent of the assessed value of a home for certain volunteer first responders. The companion bills were introduced by Senator Vin Gopal and Assemblywoman Luanne M. Peterpaul, respectively.

Amato, Rumpf and Myhre issued the following statement:

“Every day, volunteer first responders save lives and provide critical care to New Jersey residents. It is in the best interests of all residents of our great state, to support these and ensure policies are in place that allow these

incredible individuals to keep performing their duties.

“Several comprehensive bipartisan proposals have been introduced which would directly address key issues for the volunteer first responder community and should be advanced as legislative priorities. Providing tax incentives and health care benefits are effective policies to retain and recruit first responders who volunteer their free time to serve their community as well as other communities when the need arises. Certainly, our Delegation will continue to support policies that ensure the continuation of the effective critical services provided by volunteer first responders.

“Lastly, we want to thank Manchester Councilman Joe Hankins for his invaluable insight and expertise on these legislative initiatives. Councilman Hankins has a lifetime of experience in emergency services having served as a policer officer, fire chief and emergency medical technician.”

Governor Murphy: Plan Will Protect Residents From E ects Of Extreme Heat

TRENTON - As New Jersey becomes progressively hotter, the Murphy Administration released a groundbreaking plan that sets specific actions to be taken by agencies across state government to protect the health and welfare of residents from the impacts of extreme heat caused by a changing climate.

The finalized Extreme Heat Resilience Action Plan, developed by the New Jersey Interagency Council on Climate Resilience, with significant public input, is only the third of its kind in the

nation. The plan sets 136 specific actions to be implemented by individual agencies (or across multiple agencies) to mitigate the effects of extreme heat, one of the deadliest climate-related hazards facing New Jersey residents.

“In just the last few weeks, we have seen the dangers of increasingly hotter days for longer periods of time,” said Governor Phil Murphy.

“We must continue to combat climate change while best preparing our residents with the knowledge and resources to protect themselves

from extreme heat. The Extreme Heat Resilience Action Plan lays out a critical roadmap that will help the State take the necessary steps to safeguard New Jerseyans.”

“The facts are indisputable – New Jersey is among the fastest warming states and the impacts of extreme heat are becoming more profound, affecting the quality of life and health of our residents,” said Environmental Protection Commissioner Shawn M. LaTourette.

Change (2020) and the Human Health & Communities Addendum (2022) demonstrate that New Jersey is warming at an accelerated pace compared to the Northeast region and globally, with the third-hottest summer recorded in 2022 and six of the hottest summers on record occurring in the last ten years. These reports also demonstrate clearly that extreme heat poses immediate and long-term health risks, compromises air quality, and strains food and

The New Jersey Scientific Report on Climate (Governemnt - See Page 20)

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Summer Programs In Full Swing At Schools

MANCHESTER

– The Manchester Township School District (MTSD) is excited to offer fun and educational summer programs to interested and eligible students across all grade levels. The halls were buzzing this week as we welcomed students to the summer programs!

Featured programs being offered this summer are the Extended School Year (ESY) and Jump Start programs.

ESY is tailored to eligible student needs with differentiated instruction to enhance their learning experience. Students participate in interactive, hands-on activities that reinforce skill mastery, providing them with a strong start to the upcoming school year.

Jump Start is for Title 1 Basic Skills students. It features lessons that reinforce skills taught throughout the year, ensuring students have ample opportunity to master grade-level concepts. The interactive lessons are highly engaging for students, allowing them to demonstrate their learning effectively. Moreover, the program aims to boost students’ confidence as they progress.

At Manchester Township Middle School (MTMS), in addition to ESY/Jump Start programming the beautiful sounds of the MTMS Chorus could be heard. Interested chorus students came together this week to practice and polish their talents.

In the classrooms upstairs innovations are brewing in MTMS STEM Camp! Students are busy enjoying their time in STEM Camp as they plan the “ultimate theme/

amusement park!” They have spent the fi rst week of camp planning out the various areas of their theme park such as food vending, signage, rides, strategic layout, entertainment, and more. They will move into the engineering and building logistics of their “ultimate theme/amusement park” as they continue MTMS STEM Camp next week!

At Manchester Township High School (MTMS) one of the summer programs to highlight is the Advanced Placement (AP) Bootcamp. This program prepares students for the college-level AP classes that are available for eligible students to take at MTHS. Students who may be taking an AP class for the fi rst time in September can participate in AP Bootcamp. The Bootcamp focuses on the skills necessary to successfully complete a year in Advanced Placement (AP) courses. Student experiences were created during AP Bootcamp to encourage teamwork, communication, organization, critical reading and writing, and problem-solving. The Bootcamp was interactive and another great way MTSD provides students with opportunities to succeed!

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OMMUNITY N EWS

High School Students Volunteer Over Summer To Teach Tech

MANCHESTER – Manchester Township School District’s students began providing Technology 101 sessions in partnership with Manchester’s senior communities one year ago! Today some of the school district’s athletic leaders were out and about in the community providing basic technology guidance to more than 50 residents of Leisure Village West.

Although football season and practices do not officially begin until August, Manchester Township High School Football Team members volunteered their time to answer the call from Leisure Village West to help our community in this way. The players were eager to help and warmly welcomed by residents. Students and coaches could be found partnered up with residents working through their questions about how to use their devices, how to operate their applications, how to FaceTime family members, how to file their emails, and more. Community members were excited to talk to the players not only about their technology needs but also about their past winning football season, their upcoming football season, and more. Technology 101 is far more than just helping residents with their basic technology needs but also about bringing the community together.

The Manchester Township School District has found that bringing Manchester

Photo courtesy Manchester Schools together in this way has provided such a valuable lesson for our students while also helping residents. Through their coaches, school district staff, and these experiences students are reinforced the importance of service, being helpful to others, and giving back to the community. It has allowed the generations to come together and safely and successfully connect as they work toward a common goal.

The requests for MTHS students to provide Technology 101 sessions to Manchester communities into the 2024-25 school year have begun to roll in. If your community is interested in partnering with our students in this way, there are a few opportunities available during the school year. Please reach out to dsilvestri@mtschools.org to coordinate.

In the meantime, please mark your calendars for the first Manchester Township High School home football game scheduled for August 29 away against Deptford. Come out and show these students your support on their fi rst home game on September 13 against Pinelands. Please fi nd the MTHS football schedule, attached.

For further information or the opportunity to speak with Coach Farrell about today’s Technology 101 or the upcoming football season, please contact dsilvestri@ mtschools.org.

Crestwood Village One Flea Market

WHITING – Looking for a place to sell your wares? Reserve a table at Crestwood Village One’s upcoming Flea Market.

The sale date is September 21. Tables are priced at $15 per table for the outside ring of the hall, with supplied power, and $10 per table for the inside section. Access to your table will be available at

the clubhouse on September 20 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Market will be held at the clubhouse on 92 Fairway La. Whiting. Refreshments will be sold. Contact Gerry McCann at 732-350-0226 for more information. If no answer, please leave a message and we will contact you.

Crestwood Village Six Movie Night

the bonus features are not.

Doors will open at 5 p.m. and the movie starts at 6 p.m. Come early to sit, chat and enjoy light refreshments that will be served until 5:45 p.m. The movie will be shown at Deerfield Hall, 6 Congasia Road, Whiting/ Manchester off of Pinewald Keswick Rd (Route 530).

WHITING – On August 9, “Arthur The King” will be shown. This inspiring family adventure drama is based on a true story. Over the course of ten days and 435 miles, an unbearable bond is forged between pro adventure racer Michael Light (Mark Wahlberg) and a scrappy street dog dubbed Arthur while racing with his team of athletes in the Adventure Racing World Championship in the Dominican Republic. As the team is pushed to its limits of endurance, Arthur redefi nes what victory, loyalty and friendship truly means.

The movie is rated PG-13 and runs 1 hour and 47 minutes. The movie is shown closed-captioned for the hearing impaired;

Feel free to bring your own chair or cushion, if the provided chairs do not suit you, however, please do not block others’ views. All are welcome for the cost of $3 which includes some light refreshments. Feel free to bring your own snacks. Non-residents of Crestwood Village Six are always welcome. Any questions call Arlene at 732-408-5147.

Farm Market Vouchers Available –Income Limits Updated

MANCHESTER – Please note that income limits have changed for Farm Market Vouchers, which remain available!

Manchester Township Senior Services Department will be distributing Farm Market Vouchers in the amount of $50 per person to purchase Jersey Fresh Produce for low income seniors, who are 60 years of age or older. We will distribute vouchers on a first come-first serve basis until all vouchers have been distributed.

Vouchers are available every day at both office locations, see below office days and hours:

Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 1 Colonial Drive, Manchester (senior service building)

Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursdays, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 82 Lacey Road, Whiting (EMS building)

Guidelines:

• Must be 60 years of age or older

• Resident of Manchester Township

• Do not exceed financial guidelines: Family Size:

• 1 – $2,321 monthly

• 2 – $3,151 monthly

At time of distribution, you must show proof of age (driver’s license) and proof of income for 2024.

For additional information, contact Manchester Senior Services at 732-849-8305. Only one set of vouchers per person, per year.

School Sta Learn About Arti cial Intelligence

MANCHESTER – Teacher’s from across the Manchester Township School District took the opportunity to learn more about the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the Classroom for Educators.

The voluntary workshop for teachers was presented by the MTSD Technology Department in partnership with trainer and coach Chris McCaffrey.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is software that can perform tasks that would typically require human intelligence. Ideally, it is a tool/assistant that allows the world’s information/knowledge and makes it universally

accessible and useful. Although AI has been around for a long time, updating our staff on the basics, benefits, challenges, concerns and limitations as it relates to their classrooms is imperative. Students are growing up in the time of AI and our teachers are committed to learning and growing with our students to best meet their needs by utilizing modern technology in safe and effective ways.

The professional development was interactive, informative and provides another tool in the MTSD’s staff toolbox in preparation of the 2024-25 school year.

TRIPS

SEPT 5 – DANIEL

Lunch at Shady Maple, Center Orchestra seat.

SEPT 8 – A DAY AT MONMOUTH PARK HORSE RACING

Includes Omnibus Suite at ﬁnish line and 2 hour food buffet.

SEPT 27 – DANIEL

Lunch at Shady Maple, Center Orchestra seat.

SEPT 28 – NEW YORK YANKEES VS PITTSBURGH PIRATES $149/pp

OCT 3 ONE SLIGHT HITCH $130/pp

Comedy Play written by Lewis Black, Includes Lunch.

OCT 14 – DAY IN AMISH LANCASTER

Lunch at Shady Maple, Bird n Hand Bakery, Kitchen Kettle.

OCT 24 – RHINESTONE COWGIRLS

Includes $25 Slot Play, $20 Food Voucher.

NOV 5 – RESORTS CASINO AC FOR THE DAY

Includes $20 Slot Play Broadway.

$89/pp

$103/pp

$40/pp

NOV 30 CHRISTMAS AT THE PLAYHOUSE ‘24 $120/pp

Includes Plated Lunch and Legendary Dessert Buffet.

DEC 6 – RADIO CITY HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR $229/pp

Lunch in Union City, Orchestra ticket & Free Time in Radio City after show.

DEC 10 JOY TO THE WORLD

Includes Lunch at Shady Maple, Orchestra seat at American Music Theatre.

$134/pp

DEC 18 – WIND CREEK CASINO $45/pp

Includes $30 slot play.

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

SEPT 2-5 – 4 DAY NEWPORT & BLOCK ISLAND $1079/pp Dbl. Occ.

SEPT 9-15 – 7 DAY MYRTLE BEACH $1399/pp Dbl. Occ.

SEPT 29-OCT 1 – 3 DAY HAMPTONS RICH AND FAMOU$ TOUR $749/pp Dbl. Occ.

OCT 28-30 – 3 DAY SALEM HAPPY HAUNTINGS $749/pp Dbl. Occ.

DEC 8-10 – 3 DAY CHRISTMAS ON THE POTOMAC $729/pp Dbl. Occ.

DEC 15-19 – 5 DAY BILTMORE ESTATE AT CHRISTMAS $1098/pp Dbl Occ.

PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE DETAILS ON TRIPS

MANCHESTER – Tickets are on sale now for the Recreation Summer Musical Theater production of “Mean Girls, Jr.” The production will be held at Manchester

High School and showtimes are August 2 at 7 p.m. and August 3 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.

Photo courtesy Manchester Schools

Crestwood Village II Travel Club 2024 Trips

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WHITING – On October 10, travel to the Dutch Apple Theater in Lancaster, PA to see the show “Hairspray The Musical.” It’s 1962 and Baltimore’s Tracy Turnblad, a girl with big hair wins a spot on a local TV dance program. The upbeat scores include “You Can’t Stop the Beat,” “Good Morning Baltimore” and many more.

Tickets are $139 and includes bus transportation, driver gratuity, buffet luncheon and show. Bus boards Harmony Hall 8:15 a.m. and leaves 8:30 a.m. Return bus boards 4:45 p.m. and leaves 5 p.m.

Tickets will be on sale Wednesdays from 9:30 to 11 a.m. until September 4 in the Harmony Hall Activities room. No Refunds unless trip is cancelled.

On December 12, travel to the Magic and Wonder Theater in Paradise, PA to see the

show “Winter Wonderland” starring award winning illusionist, Brett Myers.

Go on a journey to the North Pole and see toys come alive in this grand show with illusions, comedy, costumes and music. First, make a short stop at Kitchen Kettle to do some Christmas shopping in the quaint shops.

Tickets are $129 and includes bus transportation, driver gratuity, buffet luncheon and show. Bus boards Harmony Hall 8:30 a.m. and leaves 8:45 a.m. Return bus boards 4:30 p.m. and leave 4:45 p.m.

Tickets will be on sale Wednesdays from 9:30 to 11 a.m. beginning September 4 until November 7 in the Harmony Hall Activities room. No refunds unless trip is cancelled.

For more information, contact Linda H at 732-716-1928 or Fran at 732-581-2290.

Manchester Police Youth Academy

MANCHESTER – Don’t miss your chance to enroll your child in the Manchester Police Youth Academy!

The Academy is not a “boot camp” for troubled youth, but a camp designed to operate like an actual police academy for those interested in Law Enforcement. The Academy will be held at the Manchester Township Police headquarters from August 5-8, 2024.

We will educate the cadets with various police procedures, history of Manchester Township Police, tours of the police headquarters, a field trip to Ocean County Police and Fire Academy, and provide them

with comprehensive understanding of what it takes to succeed in the profession of law enforcement.

The application can be found on our Manchester Police website as well as the main office of any Manchester Township School. Your child must be a 6th, 7th, or 8th grade student as of September 2024. Please return the completed application and required information to Manchester Police Headquarters located at 1 Colonial Drive.

For more information and application, visit: manchesterpolicenj.com/ youth-academy.

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2024 eater Trips From Broadway To You

MANCHESTER – The Manchester Recreation Department has announced the following Theater Trips for the 2024 season: September 10 – “Stardust Road” at Surfl ight Theatre, Beach Haven. Cost is $103 per person (Bus/Lunch at Calloway’s/ Show). Bus leaves from Soccer Field parking lot at 10:15 a.m. Lunch at 11 a.m. Showtime is 2 p.m.

October 8 – “One Slight Hitch” at Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, West Hampton. Cost is $124 per person (Bus/Lunch/ Show). Bus leaves from Soccer Field parking lot at 9:15 a.m. Lunch at 11 a.m. Followed by show.

November 19 – “A Playhouse Christmas ‘24” at Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, West Hampton. Cost is $128 per person (Bus/ Lunch/Show). Bus leaves from Soccer Field parking lot at 9:15 a.m. Lunch at 11 a.m. Followed by show.

They will call to confi rm if a show is running based on the number of reservations and to let you know payment is due. If you make a reservation and your plans change, please call to cancel. Refunds will only be issued if there is a wait list. To reserve your ticket(s), call The Manchester Township Recreation Department at 732-657-8121, ext. 5101, 5102, 5103.

Cra Fair At Cedar Glen Lakes – Sold Out

WHITING – This event is sold out and is no longer accepting vendor applications. The Lakeside Gardeners of Cedar Glen Lakes annual craft fair will be held on Oc-

tober 12 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Lakeside Hall, 100 Michigan Avenue, Whiting. Breakfast and lunch will be available for purchase.

A Night In Paradise

MANCHESTER – Join Manchester Recreation on August 9 (rain date August 16) at 7 p.m. at Harry Wright Lake for their Hawaiian

Show. Enjoy Hula Dancers, live Luau Band, Tahitian Drummers, Fire Knife Warriors. Free evening for summer family fun!

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Housing:

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“In our first two rounds of ARPA requests, we dedicated funding to prevention, addressing unique needs around keeping people in their homes so they weren’t winding up as unsheltered homeless individuals,” explained Dr. Tracy Maksel, Director of Human Services.

Maksel said that the Homelessness and Housing Instability Program was overseen by the Ending Homelessness team from Monarch Housing Associates, which also subcontracted to other organizations. In many cases, this continues to mean dealing with mortgage or rental arrears or even utility shut offs for non-payment.

Emergency Shelter Proposals

When it came to awarding the funds for congregate or non-congregate emergency homeless shelters, Maksel said the three groups submitted proposals that made them stand out.

“They have four projects they’re actively seeking,” said Maksel. “Two are to purchase hotel/motels and turn them into non-congregate sheltering.”

Elizabeth Golla, Executive Director of Family Promise of the Jersey Shore said her organization is working on acquiring a large building that would extend their existing services. The nonprofit currently partners with various host sites that provide families with a place to sleep on a rotational basis that changes from week to week.

Participants in Family Promise’s emergency shelter program also have access to a day center in a homelike setting. They receive counseling to assist them in fi nding solutions in their long-term housing needs.

Golla said that other Family Promise groups across the nation have set up shelters that don’t require packing up to move to different places each week they’re in the program.

“Ours is going to be unique in the sense that we’re also going to take individuals as well,” explained Golla. “We’ve already proven this model and concept for years that’s been working with families. We also plan to focus on vulnerable individuals like seniors who need the help.”

Scams:

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“Preventing these types of scams requires assistance from many different places. By partnering with other federal agencies and others in the tax community, we can reach more seniors and other taxpayers to help protect them against these terrible scams,” Werfel added.

Scam Precautions And Reporting

If an individual receives an unexpected call from someone alleging to be from the IRS, but they have not been notified by mail about any issues with their IRS account, they should hang up immediately. The call is likely from a scammer.

While the location for the building being purchased hasn’t been revealed yet, plans call for it to house up to 50 people at once. Families will have their own private living spaces, similar to efficiency apartments, with access to shared community rooms. The focus on privacy and dignity extends to individuals as well, who will also have their own designated areas within the building. “Good programming is an important piece of this,” Golla emphasized. “It’s being designed specifically for what’s best for people and will give them links to get into housing of their own.”

Steven Heisman, Executive Director of HABcore, added that the goal is to create a space that feels welcoming and supportive - a place where people experiencing homelessness feel it’s a clear improvement over living in a tent or car.

“The main goal is to have people placed in permanent housing,” stressed Heisman. “We’re not looking at a setup where 50 people sleep on cots for three to six months and still have nowhere to go.”

Heisman reported that HABcore successfully transitioned a couple of individuals from the encampment near Winding River Park into apartments. The camp, established by Minister Steve Brigham of Destiny’s Bridge, was created to provide shelter for those who believed they had no other options.

HABcore has an outreach team that goes to various locations to help those whose safety could be in jeopardy or have other challenges. Bright Harbor’s involvement will be in assisting those with mental health or substance abuse issues.

“The primary challenge is the lack of affordable housing,” said Heisman. “It’s just unavailable for people struggling with no income or with minimal income, whether it’s SSI or SSD or a pension or minimum wage job. They just can’t fi nd the housing out there.”

Heisman said the organizations are not tied to time limits when helping people through the stages to permanent housing. HABcore has successfully operated boarding houses that have assisted people who would otherwise be unhoused.

“I’ve got one woman who came with the boarding house when it was bought in 1988,” he shared. “We try to do rapid rehousing, but that’s not always possible.”

Do not return the call using the number provided by the caller or the one displayed on their caller ID. If taxpayers are uncertain about the legitimacy of IRS communications, they can contact IRS customer service for verification at 800-829-1040, or for the hearing impaired, TTY/TDD 800-829-4059.

These situations include having an overdue tax bill, an unfiled tax return or missing employment tax deposit.

If an individual has fallen victim to elder fraud, they can contact the National Elder Fraud Hotline at 833-FRAUD-11 (833-3728311). The hotline operates Monday through Friday, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Eastern Time, and services are available in English, Spanish, and other languages.

H ERE ’ S T O Y OUR H EALTH Dr. Izzy’s

Sound News

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

Take Control Of Your Memory & Brain Health

We have the power to optimize our cognition by adopting a combination of key healthy lifestyle choices and being aware of your overall wellness. Studies show that taking proactive steps may help reduce your risk of memory loss and other forms of cognitive decline. Here are evidence-based recommendations to proactively manage lifestyle-related risks and certain medical conditions that may affect cognition.

Healthy Hearing: Hearing impairment has been recognized as a modifiable contributor to cognitive decline when identified in mid-life. See your hearing healthcare professional for a complete hearing evaluation.

Medication Management: Taking your medicine as prescribed is important for overall health. Reviewing your medications with your healthcare provider or pharmacist is an integral part of medication management.

Optimal Vision: Research has found the relationship between cognitive decline and vision impairment may be a modifiable risk factor. To manage or prevent vision impairment, schedule regular visits with your vision specialist.

Stay Mentally Fit: Participating in cognitively stimulating activities may help sharpen certain thinking skills that tend to diminish with age. Have fun engaging your brain by reading

books, playing games, and doing puzzles. Maintain Connections: Studies have shown that increased social activity is linked to a lower rate of cognitive decline. To stay social, connect with friends and family, or consider volunteering for a local organization.

Exercise Regularly: Exercising your body can help keep your brain in shape. Research supports a strong link between physical activity and brain health. It is recommended to get at least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity a week.

Eat Healthy: Food that is good for your overall health is good for your brain. Talk to your physician about whether you are consuming a balanced diet that takes into consideration appropriate numbers of calories and nutrients. Make sure your Vitamin D levels and Magnesium levels are appropriate.

Sleep & Relax: Insufficent sleep can not only make a person irritable, but it can also affect memory and decision making. Healthy adults need between 7 and 9 hrs. of sleep per night. 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!

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Government:

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Moreover, as presented in the Scientific Report on Climate Change, the average annual temperature in New Jersey has increased by 3.5 degrees Fahrenheit since the National Weather Service began record-keeping in 1895. Over the same period, the average annual temperature for the Northeast region has increased by 2 degrees Fahrenheit to 3 degrees Fahrenheit.

And, according to a recent report by the nonprofit research organization Climate Central, New Jersey is the third fastest warming state in the nation – and the fastest warming state in the Northeast – due to a number of factors, including the urban heat island effect caused by having large expanses of paved areas and buildings.

organized into thirteen focus areas. A selection of agency-led extreme heat resilience efforts included in the Plan are listed below:

• Emergency preparedness and response: encourage county-level extreme heat planning focused on the needs of seniors

• Cooling centers: expand network of local cooling sites and provide support to operators Housing and residential cooling: conduct study on air conditioning access in NJ

• Urban tree canopy and community forestry: expand urban community forestry program to increase tree canopy in urban areas

• Worker safety and health illness prevention: develop interagency guidance & resource compilation for workplace heat illness prevention

• Energy infrastructure: assess grid reliability in extreme heat events

• Transportation: improve bus shelter design Urban heat islands: launch an urban heat island and air quality project in collaboration with overburdened communities

In addition to the highlighted agency actions, Priority 1 includes recommendations for legislative action related to expanding cooling center networks and developing heat-related worker safety standards.

Those living in more densely populated areas with less tree cover are considered especially vulnerable and considerably more likely to experience the worst and longest-lasting impacts of a heat wave. Other vulnerable populations include the elderly, people who work outdoors, low-income families who cannot afford air conditioning, those who are pregnant or breastfeeding, and people with pre-existing conditions or those taking medications that affect the body’s ability to thermoregulate.

New to the Earth Day’s Heat Hub NJ release are a series of videos outlining the physical and mental impacts of extreme heat and how best to protect yourself and your community; new information on the toll extreme heat has on mental functioning and resources to address those stresses; and Chill Out NJ, an interactive mapping feature to help New Jerseyans find public places to escape the heat. Heat Hub NJ also has a new focus section on identifying and dealing with extreme heat emergencies, or heat waves, dangerously high temperatures over a period of time which are projected to increase in frequency due to climate change.

Priority 1: Build Resilient and Healthy Communities includes more than 80 actions

Priority 2: Strengthen the Resilience of New Jersey’s Ecosystems features an additional 20+ actions, a brief selection of which are listed below:

• Agriculture: promote climate-smart practices

• Harmful algal blooms: respond to the impact of harmful algal blooms on recreation

Priority 3: Promote Coordinated Governance; Priority 4: Invest in Information and Increase Public Understanding; and Priority 5: Promote Climate-Informed Investments and Innovative Financing describe state agency actions to ensure effective coordination. The more than 30 actions organized under these three Resilience Strategy priorities advance state agency-led efforts to identify support and resources needed for stakeholders across various levels of government to improve our collective readiness to withstand the impacts of extreme heat in New Jersey.

Business Entities For Real Estate Investors

By: Marc S. Galella, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates

investment or if outside factors intervene. It is best to establish the rights and obligation of the parties at the outset so that all of the parties know what is expected of them and what they can expect from the investment. There are three basic forms of business entities to be considered in real estate investing. They are:

PARTNERSHIPS

CORPORATIONS

LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANIES (L.L.C.s)

We will consider the relative advantages and disadvantages of each

PARTNERSHIPS

A partnership is two or more individuals. A partnership may be informal (no written agreement) called a de facto partnership or it may be by way of a written partnership agreement.

ADVANTAGES

1. Easy to set up.

2. Favorable tax treatment .— Income to the partnership is passed on to the individual partners and taxed as income to them.

DISADVANTAGES

1. No liability protection. Creditors can go after the assets of the partners jointly and severably.

2. Acts of one partner affects other partners.

3. Marketability of interest may be an issue.

the shareholders to commence the corporation. Corporation is taxed on its own.

ADVANTAGES

1. Liability protection. Creditors can sue the corporation but cannot go after the assets of the individual shareholders.

2. Good marketability of shares.

DISADVANTAGES

1. Harder to set up than a partnership. Documents must be filed with the State.

2. Double tax treatment. Income to the corporation is taxed to the corporation and then taxed to the shareholder when it is distributed.

CORPORATIONS

A corporation is a legal entity created by filing a certificate of incorporation with the State. The individual owners are the shareholders. Their interest is reflected by the number of shares they each own. Generally, there is no other written agreement between

(Subchapter S corporation may prevent this)

3. There are many filings on an annual basis, which increases annual costs.

4. May need additional documents to establish relationships between shareholders.

(Example: Buy-Sell Agreements)

LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANIES

Created by filing a certificate of formation with State. May be one or more members. Member’s interest established in the Operating Agreement. Operating Agreement sets forth the relationships between the members. Income is passed through to members like a partnership.

ADVANTAGES

1. Liability protection like a corporation. Creditors cannot go after assets of members.

2. Favorable tax treatment. Like partnerships, income is passed on to partners. No double taxation.

3. Easier marketability of membership interest if that is what the parties want.

4. Less annual filings than a corporation.

5. Operating agreement sets forth the relationship between the parties. No need for additional documents.

DISADVANTAGES

1. More complicated to set up than a partnership.

VERIZON

If you are counting down the weeks until Christmas, there are approximately 21 to go! Recently, Ashley Fielding and her family saw this snowman celebrating Christmas in July on Green Street in Tuckerton. Very cool! Have a pic you would like to see in this space? Want to win a prize? Email your best Jersey Shore pix to photos@ jerseyshoreonline.com and you may get lucky!

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.

Auto For Sale

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Items For Sale

Treadmill and Exercise Bike - For sale excellent condition, $350 for both or sold seperately. 732-674-7336. (33)

Items Wanted

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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Entire Estates Bought - Bedroom/dining sets, dressers, cedar chests, wardrobes, secretaries, pre-1950 wooden furniture, older glassware, oriental rugs, paintings, bronzes, silver, bric-a-brac. Call Jason at 609-970-4806. (t/n)

CASH 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)

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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)

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Services Help Wanted

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)

Services

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)

Do You Want Your Car To Look Nice And Shine - Call Lenny. Lenny's Mobile Auto Detailing 908-868-4609. (33)

When You Need A Caregiver Call Lucy - European Registered Nurse, 25 years. US Eldercare experience, 19 years. Live in/out, hourly, negotiable. 732-657-1409 (H), 732-833-3273 (C). (47)

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)

ALL American Home Health AidesExperienced experts in the field of trauma and recovery. Holistic approach to healing-nutrition, physical therapy, and quality of life improvements. Hourly or live in. Honest, hardworking, etc. Includes housekeeping, rides to doctors/pleasure. Skip the rest, come to the best. 848-224-0516. email woolnoughkris@gmail.com. (t/n)

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Learn To Play The - Flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, trombone, or drums, from a NJ State Certified Teacher of Instrumental Music, in your home! Call 732-3504427 for more information. (33)

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)

Garden State Property Maintenance - All yard work. Tree-trimming and removal, stump grinding, pavers, decks, flower beds, weeding. 609-661-5470. (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)

LANDSCAPING - Restorations, Repairs, Stones, Mulch, Sod Installs, Hedges, Shrubs, Bushes, Downed Branches Trimmed & Removed, Demolition, Cleanouts, ect., Dumpster service provided by A901 Licensed Hauler ect. MAN WITH VAN LLC. Jim 609335-0330 HIC# 13VH10806000. NO JOB TOO SMALL! Servicing Toms River, Lakehurst, Manchester, Whiting, Jackson, New Egypt, Plumstead Beachwood, Bayville, Berkeley. (47)

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)

Housecleaning - We offer services: House cleaning, laundy, window cleaning, painting, office cleaning, carpet cleaning, shopping, take clothes dry cleaning, typing, office work, demonstration, merchandise in store. Very good prices. Call 732330-4189 or 848-287-3944. (t/n)

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)

Available Now To Care For Your Loved Ones In Home. For day's, nights 24/7. 20 years experience. Realiable with medical background. Please call Irma 732-604-9291. (30)

Nor’easter Painting and Staining, LLC - Interior and exterior. Decks, powerwashing. Affordable. Senior discounts. References. No job too small. Fully insured. 732-6910123. Lic #13VH09460600. (t/n)

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Since 1979, Kitchen Magic, a family-owned business offering cabinet refacing, new cabinetry, and luxury countertop throughout the Northeast. We transform kitchens in less time, with less stress, at an amazing value. Call today for a free estimate 1-844-367-2477. (t/n)

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE

By Renee A. Thomaier Retired New Jersey State Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator

During one of his expeditions, Sir John Franklin, an ornithologist, noticed this bird we now refer to as Franklin’s gull. A delicate seabird, it nests in North American by the thousands in marshes. Its winters are spent along the coasts of Chile and Peru. About the size of a crow, the Franklin’s gull is a small gull in comparison to others. Its colors are black, gray, orange, red, and white. Their swift, graceful flight allows them to catch small fish and flying insects. Note that the plumage (feathers) of birds will change from the time they are fledglings into adulthood. While breeding, these delicate birds can be found in National Wildlife Refuges. Their nests are built upon freshwater marshes where emergent vegetation and patches of open water are found. The floating nest gradually sinks as water surface decay occurs, so both parents will add new nesting material daily. In fact, older chicks will also take part in adding nesting material to the nest. Parents will usually have 2 – 4 eggs. Once breeding has ended, Franklin’s gulls move around North America before heading south. During this time, you might find them in farm fields where farming operations will

turn up worms, grubs, grasshoppers and other insects.

Highly migratory, most Franklin’s gulls will winter along the west coast of South America. Migrations occur in flocks through the eastern coastal plain of Mexico and through the Great Plains. Like many other long-distance bird migrants, Franklin’s gulls have strayed outside their typical range. These vagrants have been seen in Australia, Taiwan, New Zealand, and Hong Kong.

On record, the oldest recorded Franklin’s gull was 9 years, 5 months of age when it was shot in 1972 in Montana. That bird had been banded in that same state in 1963. Banding of birds is done for various reasons and is a way of monitoring and gathering information for various research studies. Migratory birds are protected by federal law and should never be kept as pets.

I gathered the information for this article from multiple sources so statistics may vary slightly. To reach me please call 732244-2768.

It’s illegal to possess, relocate, or cause harm to wildlife for any reason. Managing wildlife without the proper state/federal permits is illegal. Violating laws protecting wildlife is punishable by law.

AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE

School Board Candidates Have Until July 29 To File Nominating Petitions

OCEAN COUNTY – Candidates

seeking school board seats have until 4 p.m. July 29 to file their nominating petitions at the Ocean County Clerk’s Office in order to have their name placed on the November 5 General Election Ballot, according to Ocean County Clerk Scott M. Colabella. Potential candidates are encouraged to contact the Ocean County Clerk election staff at 732-929-2153 with regard to petition filing. Petition packets for school board candidates can be mailed to candidates from the election staff.

Completed petitions must be submitted to the Ocean County Clerk’s Office, Ocean County Courthouse at 118 Washington Street in Toms River.

“The Ocean County Clerk’s Office is continuing to make every effort to inform potential candidates of approaching filing deadlines and about the process to file,” said Deputy Director of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners Gary Quinn, who serves as liaison to the Ocean County Clerk. “Through the office’s website, social media, and other avenues, County Clerk Colabella provides the information needed by both the candidates and the voters.”

Colabella said all Ocean County school districts now hold their Board of Education elections in November. A total of 70 school board seats will

appear on the November ballot in various school districts throughout Ocean County. A complete listing of all candidates who file petitions for school board will be available shortly after the July 29 deadline at oceancountyclerk.com or facebook.com/ oceancountyclerk.

Colabella said candidates can file jointly for the same office, title and term.

“Simply, more than one candidate can appear and circulate the same petition for the same office and term,” he said. “In the past, petitions had to be filed separately, even if all the candidates were running on one slate.”

In addition, candidates have the option of selecting a slogan of no more than three words to appear on the ballot under their name. The slogan selection is part of the petition.

Colabella said all candidates are required to file a Disclosure Statement with their petition. The statement declares a candidate is not a disqualified voter and has not been convicted of a disqualifying crime. Candidates are requested to provide an email address on their nominating petitions.

“It is important potential candidates know the requirements in order to help the petition filing process go smoothly,” he said. “It’s also important that candidates get their paperwork in on time.”

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e Art Of Aging

LAKEWOOD – Harrogate Life Plan

Community will be hosting a presentation on ‘The Art of Aging’ on August 7 at 4 p.m. in Harrogate’s Clark Auditorium. Learn secrets to a life of longevity, memory preservation, and cognitive health.

Harrogate resident, Eugene Salomon is celebrating the one-year anniversary of his book, “SWEET MEMORIES: Family, Friends, Chess and Sugar.” Gene will share his personal journey of health and wellbeing despite tough circumstances. The lesson he has learned as a life master chess player, a silver life master bridge player, and a published author. The Midwest book review of “SWEET MEMORIES” states Salomon unveils the secrets behind his remarkable achievements, while also revealing the immeasurable impact of love, family, and friendship on his life. It is a true testament to the triumph of the human spirit and the enduring power of compassion and perseverance. Eugene will provide his international presentation “Mental Activity for a Healthy

Aging: Chess, Bridge and more,” a program he recently presented at a conference in Spain this past March. His presentation followed the guidelines of the 10-year program of the World Health Organization, “Decades 2021-2030 about Healthy Aging.”

Gabriel Pallante PT, DPT IAMTC, IADN Cert. Specialist will discuss cutting edge, evidence-based ways to improve memory and cognition.

Also speaking at the presentation will be Diane S. Dahl, co-Author of “SWEET MEMORIES” on how the book was born, and how the experience of preserving one’s legacy may help other seniors to explore their own sweet memories.

The public is invited to attend the presentation on August 7, 4 p.m. at Harrogate, 400 Locust Street, Lakewood. Light refreshments will be served. RSVP to 732942-5272.

If you would like more information about this topic, please call Gloria Walsh at 732 905 4650, or email gwalsh@hgate.org.

8th Annual American Red Cross Blood Drive

JACKSON – 8th Annual American Red Cross Blood Drive Sponsored by Oliverie Funeral Home, 125 South Cooks Bridge Road Jackson, will be on August 17 from

10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Appointments preferred, visit redcrossblood.org, use sponsor code Oliverie or call 732-719-7250 for an appointment.

Dr.Bartisshasoftenbeenreferredtoas“adoctor’sdoctor”,andisfrequentlycalled upon for his diagnostic skills. He is founder and Medical Director of ICAM and a member of the American College for the Advancement of Medicine, the American AcademyofAnti-AgingMedicine,theAmericanAcademyofOzoneTherapists,and adiplomateoftheAmericanAcademyofFamilyPhysicians.Dr.Bartissisamedical writer, lecturer and author who is recognized as one of the top ten specialists in thefieldofBio-IdenticalHormoneReplacementTherapy(BHRT).

THERAPIES/SERVICES

• Hormone Replacement

• IV Therapies

• Thermascan

• Cryoskin • HOCATT

• Colonics • PEMF

• Salt Room/Halotherapy

• Theta Chamber

• Ozone

• Botox

• Thyroid/Adrenal Fatigue Management

• Peptides

FUN & GAMES SUDOKU

CROSSWORD PUZZLE

Across 1 Tools that may cause webpages to go down

11 Ersatz

15 “I said what I said”

16 Grilled fruit in tacos al pastor

17 Relaxes

18 Uses one’s discretion

19 Cardinal pts.?

20 Racetrack doc

21 Takes the wrong way

23 Confer (upon)

26 Words of concession

27 Second cousin?

30 French region that produces GSM blends

32 Juvenile retort

33 Grenache, Syrah, or Mourvèdre, e.g.

37 Home of the Kraken

4 “Ex’s & __”: Top 10 hit for Elle King

5 Good motto to follow in a National Park

6 Most recent

7 Royal involved in baseball’s Pine Tar Incident

8 Canine care org.

9 B&B units

10 California-based chocolate brand

11 Like a review that’s not very revealing?

12 Semiaquatic mammal

13 Stud fees

14 En __

22 Footwear with overlays

23 Red carpet list

24 NHL legend

25 Question of time

27 Beer-brewing mixture

28 Layered snack

29 Charcuterie fare

34 Actor Guinness 35 Sakura color

36 Old flames 38 Cap

39 Diana Rigg’s first name

42 Fish that symbolize love and friendship

45 With nuances

46 In pieces

47 “White Teeth” novelist Smith

48 Familiar theme 50 Angioplasty tube

52 Fiscal execs 54 Lot 55 Frozen brand

56 “Sesame Street” roommate

59 “The Hate U Give” actor KJ __

60 Disneyana collectible

61 Celebratory acronym

31 Elizabeth Acevedo’s “__ to the Head Nod”

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Today the pen, or finding appropriate wording, may feel truly mightier than the sword. Explore the right words to describe your feelings and decisions since they could help you navigate any situation. Friends may add fuel to your fire this week.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): The allure of an escapade may be calling your name. You may find the prospect of encountering new faces bearing distinctive perspectives thrilling. Your zeal for the newest trends might border on restless and nervous excitement.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): The idea of embarking on a journey or visiting somewhere completely new and exciting might send your heart racing. Consider taking the time to cheer on your friends and enjoy your own progress. Be mindful with your spending.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You may refine your finances by conducting a detailed review. Through diligent calculation, you might discern which expenses could be unnecessary. A loved one may experience a tumultuous mood and could benefit from your calmness.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Take it step by step. It may be wise to have a plan, but life can be full of surprises. Friends could disrupt your day in a pleasant way. Stay cool and adapt as needed. Simplicity may hold the key to solving problems; don’t overcomplicate things.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Part of you may yearn for liberation from its secluded and solitary retreat. If you daydream about someone who pops up regularly, consider saying “hi.” Such camaraderie could blossom into a deeper, more affectionate bond.

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OMARR’S ASTROLOGICAL FORECAST

JERALDINE SAUNDERS

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): What you think about most could have the power to consume you. Allow these words to ignite your determination to prevail. While you may seek balance, there could be moments when you must confront your reluctance to compete.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Cherish the commonalities yet honor the distinctions. Under this stellar influence, your passion may prove to be a wild and unstable thing to tackle. Strangers might feel like old friends, even if your acquaintance is barely a day old.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21):

Don’t accept second best. You might not mind being just one of many peas in the pod if friends respect your individual rights and appreciate your sincerity. In the week to come, group dynamics may challenge your patience.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) :

Think twice before mixing business and pleasure. Consider taking time to relax and allow others to shine. When someone takes charge or makes executive decisions in the upcoming week you may be stirred to follow their lead.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Your day might be filled with surprises and new adventures, so stay open to the twists and turns life may bring. Spending time with loved ones may teach you something inspiring or interesting. You may meet some new faces.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Inadequate boundaries could expose your deepest thoughts, don’t allow yourself to share more than intended in your eagerness to be amiable. While aiming to make a positive impact on someone, the result might unexpectedly backfire.

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