2024-07-27 - The Toms River Times by Jersey Shore Online

Can County Handle Influx After Animal Shelter’s Closing?

By Bob Vosseller

JACKSON – The Jackson Animal Shelter has been receiving more animals from Toms River following the closure of that facility, county officials confi rmed during a recent tour.

The Toms River Animal Shelter was closed on June 6. All employees were put on administrative leave except the one who does animal control –

$7.5M

By Stephanie Faughnan

Photos by Bob Vosseller (Above) Dogs are barking to be adopted at the Jackson Animal Shelter which is also taking on some of the sheltering that took place at the recently closed Toms River Animal Shelter. (Left) This little feline is checking out his temporary home at the Jackson Animal Shelter awaiting a more permanent place to live.

responding to calls from residents about stray or hurt animals.

Toms River Mayor Daniel Rodrick promised for months that he wouldn’t close his community’s shelter and pushed for the Ocean County Board of Health to take it over. After the closure, he said “The fact is the facility does not meet the Board of (Housing - See Page 4)

Awarded For Homeless Housing Programs

vent homelessness and assist the unhoused.

TOMS RIVER –

This is the third installment in our series on

County’s appropriation of $12.5 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to pre-

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 (Housing - See Page 5)

Silverton EMS Taken Off Duty By Town

By Chris Lundy

TOMS RIVER – Silverton EMS will no longer be sent on calls after a resident dials 911. This administrative change was made on July 22.

“We’ve been advised by legal counsel that fi nancial irregularities associated with Silverton EMS are potentially criminal, and the matter is being referred to the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office,” Mayor Daniel Rodrick said. “Given what we have learned, I had no choice but to take swift action. We have hired 17 more EMTs and put several additional ambulances on the road. Police Chief Mitch Little and EMS Supervisor Kevin Monaghan have assured me the recent increase in staff and ambulances will prevent any interruption in Emergency Medical Services. We will update the community as the investigation unfolds.” A spokesman for the prosecutor’s office said that per policy they cannot comment on anything brought to them – or even if there is an investigation.

Silverton EMS President Kevin Geoghegan said he was willing to walk into the prosecutor’s office himself with all of the paperwork to show that everything is being done above board.

“This has nothing to do with patient care,” Geoghegan said. “This is strictly part of Dan Rodrick’s revenge tour.”

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This Month In History: A Town Created By Petition

By J. Mark Mutter

TOMS RIVER – History has a way of repeating itself as the recent citizens’-initiated petitions in Toms River regarding the Police Department and animal shelter show us. The petitions of today are those in a long line of such efforts in our town’s history. It’s all about ordinary citizens petitioning their government about important issues of the day - and we’ve

been doing it here in Toms River for a long time.

In fact, we’ve been doing it since our very beginning! Here’s the story.

Before We Were Toms River

The fi rst citizens’ petition in our history goes back to 1767 when New Jersey was still a royal colony. (Petition - See Page 17)

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Health’s standards and must be shut temporarily for construction upgrades.” He then had a list of things the shelter needed, such as dog runs and ventilation.

The closure left residents and animal lovers to ponder, “is the county ready to handle this influx?”

When asked what the Jackson Animal Shelter’s maximum capacity was, Brian Lippai, the chief of administrative services/ public information officer told The Toms River Times, “It varies. There are 12 adoptable dog runs and we have another 13-14 for hosting, and extra pens for out of season dogs which helps in case of emergencies we put them there. There is some wiggle room for us.”

Lippai explained what the impact was of Jackson taking in additional animals from Toms River’s shelter: “the impact hasn’t been too bad in comparison to last year.”

“The public forgets that we were always contracted with Toms River, so people from Toms River would surrender (animals) here and we would take them in for all these years,” said Shelter Manager Mary Alano, who has been with the shelter for 16 years.

“That had to be about 80% of the animals that came in here. That is where our numbers would be larger in the amount of ferals that would come in,” Lippai added. “Sure, it is having an impact but we don’t know how much.”

“We’ll have to wait and see how much as the average is done yearly. Right now, we are not seeing a tremendous increase,” Alano said. Lippai said, “it is typically our busy time any-

way. The summer always brings our numbers up and the numbers fluctuate. As quickly as the animals come in, they may go right out. As to how many animals we have in the facility at any one time, that is hard to say.”

“There are so many animals that are in holding that have to wait, kittens that go into foster (homes), animals that are waiting to get surgery to be spayed or neutered. We have seized cases that can be moved out and reclaims,” he said.

Lippai said the facility could hold approximately 30 dogs “and with the cats it could range anywhere from 48 to over 100,” Alano added.

“With these cages we can always make more space if we have to. We could always bring in a lot of other cages that we have,” Lippai added.

“We try not to use the top compartments if we don’t have to,” Alano said. “People can see them better in the lower levels and when we have to, we will have the tops full in order to get them out to the public so that they can be adopted. We try to do that for most of the cat wards. We usually have the top cages unoccupied but they are there just in case.”

Current Status With Toms River

The Toms River Township Council voted to open up negotiations for the county to take over their shelter. The Board of Health also voted this way.

Meanwhile, residents signed a petition calling for the shelter to remain under Toms River control.

There was a clause built into the county’s side of the deal that if the petition had enough signatures, the county would not take on the shelter.

The petition was proven to be valid during a recent Toms River Council meeting. However, the shelter was closed by the town administration.

“It is our understanding now that Toms River is now requesting shared services. That is the new game plan and we are working out details of that and that is why it is sitting on the table right now,” Lippai said.

He noted, “There hasn’t really been any new developments as far as a shared services agreement,” he said.

The Toms River Times asked why an agreement wasn’t made prior to the township closing the shelter. Lippai could not answer that question.

“That is a question for the folks in Toms River,” Lippai replied. Mayor Rodrick and Business Administrator Jonathan Salonis were contacted for comment for this article about the status of the shelter negotiations but they did not respond to that inquiry.

“We are here to do the right thing for the animals. It is our job. If Toms River has decided to close the shelter or not, we have already been contracted with them so really, they could do anything they want on that side but we’ll always take the animals because of that contract. Which is why nothing has really changed that much for us other than we are going to see a bit more of an influx of animals,” Lippai said.

He stressed that there was no solid plan in place with Ocean County concerning reconstruction at the Animal Shelter which was the reason Mayor Rodrick gave the public as to why the shelter had been closed down.

“Not at the moment. We haven’t even done

a walk-through there yet. The Board hasn’t even seen as much as a shared agreement at this time. They have nothing in their hands. Our Board meetings are twice a month and the next one is August 8,” he added.

Lippai said, “I know a lot of people are anxious to see what is going to happen. It has been tabled at the moment and things will be decided in the near future. There are some things we know will have to be upgraded to meet our standards. The outside dog runs were the big thing.”

He said staffing issues would be among the subjects discussed through the development of a shared services arrangement. He compared this to similar arrangements with animal control services with municipalities. “We have hired one employee from Toms River (Animal Shelter) already and I am sure we would entertain any other employees from there should we take over the shelter. What we do here is that our employees go to other shelters at times.”

He noted that the Stafford Animal Shelter “is a little smaller than us. They don’t get the volume that we do as they have smaller communities. That is why that shelter has traditionally been a little smaller. If we do need space we can transfer the animals down there.” He said the Southern Ocean County shelter is scheduled for refurbishing work next year. He also noted the existence of a Barnegat shelter where animals can also be placed. Ocean County Animal Shelter North also known as the Jackson Animal Shelter is located at 615 Freemont Avenue and can be reached by e-mailing nocaf@ochd.org and by calling 732-657-8086.

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Innovations to Address Homelessness” program for the Ocean County Department of Human Services. This two-year contract runs from July 2, 2024 through June 30, 2026.

“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.”

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.”

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Geoghegan ran and lost in the primary election against Rodrick’s choice for council, William Byrne.

The news of this change became public when a letter was published on Facebook that read:

“As the department head of the police department and EMS program, I have been instructed by Mayor Rodrick to draft this letter concerning the dispatching of non-TR Volunteer First Aid Squads, specifically Silverton EMS. Please notify the fi re dispatchers that effective immediately, Silverton EMS will no longer be dispatched to calls for service.”

The letter was written by Police Chief Mitch Little to Fire Administrator Brian Kubiel.

The reason that the letter was sent from the police administrator to the fi re administrator was because there are police dispatchers and fi re dispatchers, Geoghegan said. Most people are unaware of the many intricacies

to fi re and fi rst aid operations.

“Support has been overwhelming throughout Silverton” and other areas of town, he said, after the town’s announcement.

Geoghegan said that the EMS is exploring all avenues to get back to service.

“Just because you have an attorney that gives you the answer you want doesn’t mean it’s legal,” he said of the town’s actions.

The squad posted the following message on its Facebook page:

“First and foremost, the squad would like to thank our friends, neighbors, and supporters for their overwhelming calls of support in light of the mayor’s recent attack. Additionally, we offer our sincerest apologies to our community who will ultimately be the ones to suffer due to this void in EMS services that he has created.

The mayor has been overwhelmed with these very same calls. Today, he has doubled down making claims of criminal activity and alleging ‘fi nancial irregularities’ and that the matter has been referred to the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office. We welcome their investigation. We have already

reached out and left a message for them to come review our books, staffing, and even our entire operation.

“Silverton EMS is a 501(c)3 and remains compliant with all IRS reporting, including a complete audit of our books which was conducted last year. An audit that revealed no irregularities! In fact, once this investigation is complete and clears Silverton EMS of any wrongdoing, we would like to publicly post our revenue and expenses and invite the mayor to do the same for the Township’s EMS program...

“In an effort to maintain transparency, we would like to clarify a few points as there has been some conflicting and contradictory information being circulated. We want our supporters to be educated with the most accurate information and would encourage you to ask us, rather than relying on inaccurate social media posts.

“1- There is no plan to sell the fi rst aid building to become a synagogue, nor any other house of worship. The only plan for this building is to operate as a local EMS entity to serve our local Silverton commu-

nity, as it has been operated for 60 years.

“2- We are no longer a volunteer entity. This is often confused with still being a non-profit. As the economy has changed, there was a need to begin paying our EMTs to continue operating. We (up until yesterday) have maintained a crew of EMTs 24/7 for approximately 12 years now. Often as weather dictates, or staffi ng of the Toms River Township EMTs fluctuates, we have added additional crews as needed, to support our local community and the entire township, all without using your tax dollars.

“3- Billing: Silverton EMS does bill medical insurance. The amount we bill is set by the township ordinance and is identical to what is billed by the township’s EMS program. To operate in this manner is commonplace in most towns throughout NJ. We follow the same billing model as the township, where we accept what insurance pays. Township residents are not billed for any balance. Our entire operation is supported through this. We do not have the luxury of using tax dollars to supplement our operation.”

Study For U.S. Citizenship At The Lakewood Library

LAKEWOOD– People who have emigrated to the United States and wish to become citizens may be eligible for free classes at the Ocean County Library Lakewood Branch, designed to help in passing their naturalization tests.

Registration will begin August 1 for classes that will commence September 19 and continue each Thursday through November 7. Classes will begin at 6:30 p.m. and end at 8:30 p.m.

To be eligible for the classes, registrants

must be qualified immigrants at least 18 years of age. Attendance at all sessions is required. Class size is limited. For more information or to register for this free series, visit the OCL Lakewood Branch, 301 Lexington Avenue, call 732-

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363-1435, extension 2100. The Branch is open 9 a.m. until 9 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, and 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Keep up with Library programs and events at theoceancountylibrary.org.

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

House Passes Legislation Requiring Proof Of US Citizenship To Vote

From The Desk Of Congressman

Chris Smith

WASHINGTON - With the strong support and vote of Rep. Chris Smith (R-4th), the House of Representatives passed the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act - (HR 8281) - commonly referred to as the SAVE Act - to require individuals

to present proof of their United States citizenship before they can register to vote in federal elections.

“Free and fair elections are the cornerstone of our democracy - and strengthening the security and integrity of our elections is absolutely critical to ensuring the vitality of our democratic system of government,” said Smith, a cosponsor of the legislation.

“As a member of the House Election Integrity Caucus, I am committed to protecting voter identification laws across the

country and safeguarding the right to vote that so many brave men and women in uniform have courageously fought - and died - to defend,” Smith said.

The SAVE Act in part seeks to address alarming reports that multiple states have found thousands of noncitizens on their voter rolls, even though it is illegal for foreign nationals and noncitizens to vote in U.S. elections.

“Noncitizen voting makes our elections vulnerable to foreign interference and violates the constitutional principle that voting is a right reserved for American citizens,” said Smith. “To ensure that

Americans can have confidence in our election process and results, we must take additional steps to protect this sacred right and ensure that only United States citizens are able to vote in our elections.”

Earlier this year, Smith also strongly supported and voted for similar legislation (HJ Res 24) that would block the District of Columbia from allowing noncitizen residents - including illegal immigrants and foreign agents - to vote in local elections. HJ Res 24 passed the House by a vote of 260-162 but currently remains blocked in the Democrat-controlled Senate.

Plan Will Protect Residents From Effects Of Extreme Heat

From The Desk Of The Governor

Phil Murphy

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.

The New Jersey Scientific Report on Climate 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 water supplies.

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.

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 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 for-

estry 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.

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.

OPINIONS & COMMENTARY

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 do you think her vice presi-

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 Micciolo’s obituary

dential 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 to CLundy@

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

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 danger in child abuse and the discrimination towards

The Toms River 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.

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 final 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-yearold 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.

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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!

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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

Relax playing corn hole and outdoor games with your family and friends during this summer event. Walk downtown to Huddy Park and visit the brewery and distillery.

At 6:00 PM, we will dance the night away to live jazz music by a four-piece jazz band known as Recked for Jazz, from Atlantic City. Eddie Morgan and his band will bring down the Mathis House with swinging jazz in the coolness of the beautiful mansion. The lobster dinner will be served at 6:30 PM. Tickets for dinner and jazz show are $75 each plus tax and gratuity. Seniors $55. Call 732-818-7580 for your event tickets or buy online at www.mathishouse600main.com

Junior Cadets Learn About Collapse Emergencies

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LAVALLETTE – Members of the Ocean Beach Volunteer Fire Company were asked to help out their fellow emergency responders during the Junior Police Academy.

They demonstrated a swimmer in distress and went over how they do things. They also went over a sand collapse emergency and topped off the day with a competitive

fi refighter challenge. The kids had a blast enjoyed a great lunch and special treat and fi nished off the day with a refreshing dip in the ocean.

Special thanks to the Toms River Police Department for the opportunity to be a part of this successful program. Another Special Thanks to the Seacrest Beach Club for the space on the beach to make this work.

American Legion Post 129 To Host Veterans Claims Clinic

TOMS RIVER – The Preserve the Cathedral of the Air Committee at American Legion Post #129 recently announced a Veterans Claims Clinic to be held on August 17.

If you are a veteran and need to apply for veteran’s benefits or for an increase in your existing claim rating specialists at the Toms River American Legion Post #129 want to help. All Veterans are welcome. The clinic will be held at 11 a.m. August 17, at the Post, based on 2025 Church Road. The Claims Clinic will feature volunteer claims specialists on site to help veterans apply for benefits from the

Veterans Administration.

Bring your DD-214 with you if you have it available. If you have lost your DD-214, Post members can help you apply for a new copy. If you already have an approved claim rating the specialist may be able to help you obtain a higher percentage rating with a higher monthly benefit.

Bring all your paperwork with you. If you are not able to drive, your family member or friend is welcome to come in to the clinic to assist you.

Join us and let us help you attain your deserved benefits. You earned them.

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Tutoring Program H.I.T.s Its Mark

TOMS RIVER – At the outset of the 20232024 school year, the district announced it had earned a state grant worth $614,000 to host a tutoring program to further eliminate learning losses related to the pandemic. The story announcing the news was titled “Tutoring Program to Have High Impact for District Third, Fourth Graders,” and that ambitious headline has proven true.

Hosted at all 12 elementary buildings before school throughout last year, TRRS High Impact Tutoring (H.I.T.) had lofty goals that included, primarily, improving math proficiency among third and fourth graders on the NJSLA (New Jersey Student Learning Assessment).

While the district’s NJSLA scores improved broadly across the board, the impact of TRRS H.I.T. was clear. NJSLA grade-3 math scores, for example, went up 8.44 percent (34.81 per-

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cent in 2022-2023 to 43.26 percent).

NJSLA grade-4 math scores increased 3.12 percent (35.26% to 38.38%).

“The remarkable success of our High Impact Tutoring Program is a testament to the exceptional dedication of our teachers and the hard work of our students,” said Director of K-5 Curriculum Rachel Cicala, who led the TRRS H.I.T. program. “Their combined efforts have led to outstanding academic progress.”

Assistant Superintendent Cara DiMeo echoed those sentiments.

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Cats Available For Adoption

By Chris Lundy

TOMS RIVER – An adoption center with a free roaming cat playroom is open in downtown Toms River on Fridays from 6-8 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 1-4 p.m. and also by appointment. Sabrina here is still just a kitten. She’s usually more energetic but Cat Yoga takes a lot out of her. She is bonded with her brother,

Salem, who is all black. They should really be adopted together.

The center is located at 34 Main Street (Route 9), Suite 1B. The adoption center adheres to COVID-19 restrictions and is run by the group called Lawyers In Defense of Animals. They can be reached at 908-9102522, or on Facebook at /lidarescue and on Instagram @lida_rescue.

Toms River Police Accepting Applications

TOMS RIVER – The Toms River Police Department is looking for the best of the best!

Chief Mitch Little is excited to announce the 2024 recruitment test application process which will continue through August 31. The testing process will be in September. They are looking for qualified applicants who meet strict educational, physical and ethical standards, to take our police test. As

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To view the Probationary Police Officer requirements and apply, visit us at trpolice. org and choose the “Job Opportunities & Recruitment” button. Contact us at 732-349-0150 ext. 1347 with any questions.

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Oﬃcers Take Part In Annual Active Shooter Training

SOUTH TOMS RIVER – On July 11, South Toms River Offi cers along with the Officers of the Beachwood Police Department and The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office participated in the annual Active Shooter Training, this time at the Beachwood Elementary School.

Thank you to Sgt. Brad Frank of the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office, Sgt. Dave Bowden of the Beachwood Police

courtesy South Toms River Police Department, Det. Mike Schumann of the Ocean County Sheriff 911 and our very own D/Sgt. Jack Sayegh for their invaluable assistance in conducting this training.

Additionally, they would like to thank Beachwood Police Department Chief Glen DeMarco for hosting the training this year and all of the volunteers/actors that added to the experience.

Finding Your Art-Watercolor Style

ISLAND HEIGHTS – This is a four-week class, August 5, 12, 19, 26 from 9:30 to noon at the Ocean County Artists Guild, 22 Chestnut Avenue, Island Heights. Instructor: Leona Lavone (wc-adult)

The Detox method

This is where the detox method comes into play. The detox method is an approach to finding your art style that focuses on reducing the amount of consumption of art and increasing the amount of output.

So, we want to make as much Art as possible while not looking at the artwork of others. 4 weeks where you don’t look at any art by other artists and just focus on making more art yourself.

Why does this work?

If we create a ton of artwork, we will start to

get a better sense of what we enjoy making. Then with the reduction of consuming art we will start to let go of our expectations of what our art should look like or what is popular. You will find that in the beginning of this process your art will be a bit rigid but as you loosen your expectations you will start to draw more interesting concepts, Finding Your Style.

Bring basic watercolor supplies.

Tube watercolors, watercolor brushes, Watercolor Paper 140lb, Palette or mixing tray, paper towels, pencil, low tack white masking tape – Not colored tape, spritz bottle, container for water ex: large sour cream container/small bucket.

Bring a board or a firm surface to tape your watercolor paper on to for support.

9th Annual Chili Cook-Off

TOMS RIVER – Get ready for the spiciest showdown at JBJ Soul Kitchen in Toms River!

Join us for this special event, where local first responders compete to win the title of best chili of the day.

The Annual Chili Cook-Off will be held on October 12 from noon to 4 p.m. Tickets available for purchase soon!

Your entry ticket entitles you to taste and vote for your favorite chili! Plus, you’ll get access

to exciting raﬄes, exclusive merchandise and delicious dishes created by our talented chefs at JBJ Soul Kitchen. Only ticket holders can vote for the best chili, so don’t miss out!

Bring your friends and family for a day filled with delicious food and live performances. Enjoy the fun while supporting JBJ Soul Kitchen’s mission to fight food insecurity in our community and highlighting our local first responders.

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Look Inside Sea Life, Literally: Squid Dissection For Teens

TOMS RIVER – They’re not flashy and they’re kind of squishy, but squid are beautiful in their own way and provide a valuable food chain link that helps our environment. Explore their anatomy during “Squid Dissection for Teens” at three Ocean County Library branches.

• Barnegat Branch – August 1 at 1 p.m., 112 Burr Street, 609-698-3331.

• Island Heights Branch – August 5 at 3 p.m., Summit Avenue at Central Avenue, 732-270-6266.

• Stafford Branch – August 12 at 3 p.m., 129 North Main Street, Manahawkin, 609-597-3381.

Roll up your sleeves and join staffers from Jenkinson’s Aquarium, Point Pleasant Beach for a fun lab session featuring this species that supports the life cycles of many fish, marine mammals and sea birds, and is rich in vitamin and mineral content for humans.

The teen-oriented programs will appeal especially to students in STEM and STEAM curricula. Specimens might cause exposure to potential allergens. Register at tinyurl.com/OclSquid for any one of these three free programs. For more information, stop by or call either participating OCL branch or visit theoceancountylibrary.org

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Family Vacation Bible School

TOMS RIVER – Cedar Grove United Methodist Church, the little white church on the corner of Bay Avenue and Cedar Grove Road in Toms River, is offering a unique event this year.

Beginning on July 31 and continuing each Wednesday evening from 7 to 9 p.m. through August 28, Family Vacation Bible School will offer a different perspective

which will be a mix of fun, songs, prayer, crafts, stories, games, and snacks which help children of all ages and their parents to become true Heroes!

The fi rst child in each family will be $10 and each additional child will be $5 for the entire program.

For more information and to register your family, call the church at 732-691-2415.

Finding HOPE All Recovery Support Meeting

TOMS RIVER – Join us for the Finding HOPE All Recovery and Family Support Meeting every Tuesday night from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at HOPE Sheds Light in Tom River, 253 Chestnut Street. This meeting is open to individuals and

families impacted by substance use disorder and focuses on recovery for everyone involved.

Contact Emily@HOPEshedslight.org for more information and join as we shed light on addiction and fi nd hope together!

Christmas In July Vendor & Craft Bazaar

TOMS RIVER – Christ Episcopal Church is hosting a Christmas In July Vendor & Craft Bazaar on July 27 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 415 Washington Street Toms River. Enjoy vendors, raffles, food. Free ad-

mission and Free parking onsite. For more information, email christchurch@ christchurchtomsriver.org. If you wish to communicate or reserve a table, contact them directly; ChristChurchTomsRiver.org.

TRHS South Boys Soccer Fundraiser

TOMS RIVER – The Toms River High School South Boys Soccer Fundraiser will be on August 27 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Battle River Brewing in Toms River. Cost is $40 per person. Must be 21 and

older. Includes a South Soccer souvenir pint glass, one free drink, discount refills, food and great music!

See a South soccer parent to purchase your ticket.

American Legion Auxiliary Holiday Craft/ Vendor Fair

TOMS RIVER – Save the date! The American Legion Auxiliary Holiday Craft/Vendor Fair will be on November 30 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. indoors at 2025 Church Road. Vendors may inquire at 732-272-7552.

Car & Truck Show

TOMS RIVER – The Christ Episcopal Church, located at 415 Washington Street, will be holding their 1st annual Car & Truck Show on September 21.

Registration from 8 to 10 a.m. Showtime from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Peer Judge awards at 1 p.m. Entry fee is $15 day of show.

All makes, models, years! Goody bags, prizes, awards, dash plaques, trophies. Live music, food, fun, free spectator admission, free onsite parking. For more information, email potpinkam@gmail. com or christchurch@christchurchtomsriver.org.

Sips For Sailors Fundraiser

TOMS RIVER – Sips for Sailors, a fundraiser in support of New Jersey’s 249th Navy Birthday Ball will be on August 17 at 2 p.m. at Toms River Brewing, 1540 Route 37 Toms River.

Experience live music all day featuring Nobody You’d Know from 1:30 to 5:30 p.m. and the Just Jon Band from 5:45 to 8:45 p.m.

Delicious food from Harry’s Smokin’ BBQ. Feeling lucky? Participate in the 50/50 or basket raﬄes to show your support. Don’t miss out on the unveiling of a brandnew military-themed beer crafted specially for this occasion.

Come out and show your support for our New Jersey Sailors!

Ocean County Bike Bash Reschedule

BRICK – Ocean County residents are encouraged to grab their helmets and bicycles and come out to a ‘Bike Bash’ which has been rescheduled to August 11 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Ocean University Medical Center helipad (425 Jack Martin Boulevard, Brick).

Attendees can take part in a helmet fitting,

bicycle inspection (inspections 8 to 10 a.m.), and decorating contest. The free event is presented by the Pediatric Trauma Program at K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital at Jersey Shore University Medical Center and the Hackensack Meridian Health Air Medical Flight Crew. Parking is in Lot C. (Rain date: August 18.)

Cars & Concerts

TOMS RIVER – Take a cruise over to Field of Dreams for Cars & Concerts on August 11 from 5 to 8 p.m.

Free for all, open to the public! All years, makes, and models welcome to hang out!

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American Legion Holds Annual Picnic

By Heide Dziardziel, American Legion Post 129

TOMS RIVER – American Legion Post 129 recently held its annual Independence Day Picnic which drew a large crowd despite predictions of thunderstorms and rain that day. We wish to acknowledge all the members who participated in making this picnic fundraiser a success.

Thanks to the kitchen staff members, Gerd Trommer for organizing the picnic, David Corbin, Dale Harpe, and Tony Pannello, for their services rendered as we were treated to hamburgers, hot dogs, and chicken with sides of Cole slaw, potato, macaroni salad, and soft drinks.

Music was provided by Wild Rose, guitarist Gary Segroves, percussionist John Louri, and Grace Ludlow, who demonstrated her beautiful voice. Guests were encouraged and excited to dance. Drinks available at the bar were served by Lori Vasquez, a mixologist, who for the past 10 years favored members at the Post 129.

The Post encourages the public to consider exploring the value of life and what it has to offer.

Arnie Boyle was the past vice Commander Chairman of the Americanism Committee. He also has a lifetime of volunteering for the Boy Scouts and he is the current Post Commander.

Ralph Moran the previous post commander was working the picnic to help make it a success and raise funds.

The charter was incorporated by Congress in 1917, and soon after the George P. Vanderveer Legion was established on November 11, 1919. Vanderveer was the fi rst Ocean County veteran to die in WW1. He was 18. His mother received the Distinguished Service Medal.

The Legion expanded its efforts to assist the veterans in numerous ways. Several creative divisions were created. The Art division urged veterans to express their feel-

ings and display their talents. Veterans are encouraged to participate in competitions at National Veterans Creative Arts Festivals. Creative Writing Division awards include gold medals for creative writing, in categories including, humor, personal essays, inspirational, military experiences, and general topics, especially regarding the United States Constitution. Many opportunities have been created to assist veterans in employment, housing, medical, entertainment, and counseling.

The American Legion Post 129 grounds include a memorial garden that honors several military soldiers who were transported by the legion riders to funeral homes in the local areas in 2010. In memory of the fallen, memorial plaques honored Dennis Miranda, who died on September 21, 2010; James Harvey who died on June 20, 2011; Cpl. Nicholas S. Ott who died on August 10, 2011; Sgt. John A. Lyons who died on October 16, 2012, and Cpl. Christopher M. Monahan, Jr, who died on November 22, 2012.

The Cathedral of the Air, donated by the Legion, located on the site of McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst in Manchester, is another memorial dedicated to service members of multiple military units.

The cathedral is one treasure that must be seen and appreciated. It should be made a National Historic Landmark and preserved, maintained, and cherished. American Legion post 129 was instrumental in raising funds for this historic cathedral is of a non-denominational ideology. Future services are planned and will be advertised in the community. The Post 129 Preserve Cathedral of the Air committee invites guests to participate in services on September 1. At 10 a.m. For information regarding the event call the American Legion Post at 732-255-9250.

For membership ask for Rich Godfrey. For more information, visit alpost129.org/

Members of American Legion Post 129, Toms River serve up some delicious food during their recent Independence Day picnic.

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Up to that year, the area which we know today as modern day Toms River was part of Shrewsbury Township in Monmouth County. Ocean County did not yet exist; it was created in 1850.

Shrewsbury was one of the original townships in New Jersey having been created in 1693. As one of the fi rst local entities in the Royal Province of New Jersey, Shrewsbury encompassed a huge area from the Navesink River to the north, all of present day Ocean County to the south, the present Monmouth County to the west, and the Atlantic Ocean to the east.

Travel was slow and difficult and as time went by as the colonial population increased in the 1700s, two new townships were carved out of Shrewsbury. The fi rst was Stafford Township. It was created by a royal charter - by the king - in 1750.

Next came our town. It was created in 1767, but it was done so differently from that of Stafford.

Our town, originally named “Town of Dover” (by voter referendum our name was changed to “Toms River” in 2006) was created by a special legislative act of the colonial assembly.

But why and how?

A Citizens’ Initiated Petition It was initiated by the colonial citizens of the day!

The citizens of this large rural area, inhabited by farmers, fishermen, and ship build-

ers, petitioned the provincial Assembly that a new township be created to address the “many and great difficulties” occasioned by “the large extent” of their community.

On the last legislative session day in June 1767, on June 24, the Assembly agreed to the request and voted to charter the new town. Governor William Franklin (Benjamin’s son) approved of the bill and signed it, thus creating our town.

Today, an artist’s rendition of the charter document proudly hangs in the meeting room in Town Hall.

The new Town of Dover also encompassed a large area of land - all of modern day northern Ocean County: from the Metedeconk River to the north, to “the line of Stafford” to the south, to “the Burlington Old Path” to the west, and the Atlantic Ocean to the east.

Through the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, numerous new municipalitiestownships and boroughs - would be carved out of Dover Township.

So, yes, history does repeat itself - from petitions involving modern day issues of the day to colonial-era issues of times gone by.

SOURCES: Place Names of Ocean County, New Jersey by Vivian Zinkin published by the Ocean County Historical Society, 1976; Early History of Toms River and Dover Township by Pauline S. Miller published in 1967

NEXT: More on petitions, and also on voter referendums: (1) How marshlands became our first municipal park - in a voter referendum. (2) Extending electrical service from the village to the rural areas

of town by a voter referendum. (3) And how we almost became two towns by way of a referendum: a “Borough of Toms River” in the downtown village to be carved out of the Township of Dover. And much more on the many petitions and referendums in our history.

J. Mark Mutter is the retired Dover and

Toms River Township Clerk. He was elected to the Dover Township Committee for three terms and served as Mayor in 1993 and 2000. He chaired the Township’s 225-year anniversary committee in 1992, its 250-year committee in 2017, and its Constitution Bi-Centennial Committee in 1987. He is writing a book on the history of Toms River.

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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.

Healthy Hearing: Hearing impairment has been recognized as a modifiable contributor to cognitive decline when identified in midlife. 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

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.

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All-Recovery Support Meeting

TOMS RIVER – Join HOPE Sheds Light every Tuesday for the All-Recovery Meeting at the Ocean County College.

This peer-led group meets from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Wellness and Recovery Center, Building 4, Room 113, offering

support and connection for those affected by substance use disorder. Your presence can make a difference – we hope to see you there.

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OHI Annual Summer Fundraiser

BELMAR – Save the date! Ocean Health Initiatives’ annual summer fundraiser at D’Jais Bar in Belmar where exciting times await!

On July 31, OHI is hosting a boardwalk themed fundraiser to continue its mission of providing high-quality primary and preventive care services to the residents of New Jersey, regardless of who they are or their ability to pay. We’re kicking off the summer

TOMS RIVER – Lace up your running shoes for the Ocean County College Viking 5K And Fun Run on September 8 at 9 a.m. Funds from this event hosted by the OCC Foundation and Athletics will support the

with a real extravaganza down by the shore that includes boardwalk games, rides, and a rich selection of everyone’s favorite noshes and morsels from the boardwalk.

As always, there will be a live DJ to keep the vibes going all night long, as well as an open bar, a silent auction, and a 50/50 raﬄe. Join us and purchase tickets online at ohinj.square.site. You can also purchase sponsorships online!

Foundation’s mission of enhancing access to higher education through scholarships and awards to Ocean County residents. For more information and to RSVP, visit go.ocean.edu/5k.

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Remember the days when doctors made house calls? They still do!

Visiting Physician Services, part of the Parker Advanced Care Institute at VNA Health Group, has been making house calls to older adults and homebound patients for over 30 years. Our mission is to enable patients to stay at home as they age with an improved quality of life. House calls also help ease the stress on both caregiver and patient providing peace of mind and more quality time while reducing hospital and emergency room visits.

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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 732929-2153 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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Business Entities For Real Estate Investors

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

Real estate investors may seek to invest with other persons. This can be done informally, without any written documentation or formally. If done informally, it may lead to problems later if the parties have disagreements about the 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.

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Th is Bird Dates Back To 1832

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.

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Star Trek Fans To Beam Over To Pennsylvania For Shore Leave 44

JERSEY SHORE – Members of the USS Challenger, the Jersey Shore chapter of Starfleet: The International Star Trek Fan Association are set to beam down this weekend for a fan run convention in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Shore Leave 44 will run from July 26 – 28 at the Wyndham Lancaster Resort and Convention Center in Lancaster, and marks a new venue for the convention which for 43 years was held in the Hunt Valley Maryland area and is run by the Star Trek Fan Association of Towson. The convention’s long-time hotel the Delta Hunt Valley Inn was purchased last year and is in the process of being demolished to make way for an apartment complex.

This broke the hearts of many fans who were familiar with the site for decades. Members of the USS Challenger have been attending this convention since Shore Leave 12 and are looking forward to attending this weekend to see fellow fans, Starfleet members and the many celebrity guests that will be present along with presenting and attending fan panels at the three-day event.

USS Challenger member Annie Brugmans

of Lakewood will be a presenter at the convention. Ocean County resident Bob Vosseller will be heading the Starfleet meeting set to be held on the morning of July 27.

Guests include actors who appeared in Star Trek TV series and movies, cast members of Stargate SGI, as well as Star Wars performers. The guests include Amanda Tapping who played Stargate: SG-1’s Dr Samantha Carter, Sanctuary’s Dr. Helen Magnus, and Supernatural’s Naomi.

Teryl Rothery is best known for her role in Stargate:SG-1 as Dr. Janet Fraiser, Caprica’s Evelyn, and Arrow’s Jean Loring.

Actor Greg Grunberg played Snap Wexley in sequels of Star Wars, and Matt Parkman in the TV series Heroes. Ingvild Deila played Princess Leia in the Star Wars film Rogue One.

Actress Robin Curtis is well known to fans for her portrayal of the character Saavik in Star Trek III: The Search for Spock and Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home. She also played the Vulcan character Tallera in an episode of Star Trek: The Next Generation, and Babylon 5’s Ambassador Kalika.

Also well-known and adored is actress Barbara Luna who played Marlena in the episode “Mirror, Mirror” in the original Star Trek TV series. She also played the alien Koori in an episode of Buck Rogers and Theresa Modesto in an episode of the original Zorro TV series.

Todd Stashwick is well known for his role as the sarcastic Captain Liam Shaw in the third season of Star Trek: Picard. JG Hertzler played the Klingon character Martok in Star Trek: Deep Space Nine and the villainous Alcalde Ignacio de Soto in the 1990s Zorro TV series.

“We are eager to return to this popular fan run convention which offers so much fun,” Vosseller said. For more information about the convention visit shore-leave.com/. For information about the USS Challenger visit usschallenger.org or like the club’s Facebook page USS Challenger. You can also email the club at usschallengerco@gmail.com. The club’s next meeting will be 1 p.m. August 4 at the Seaside Heights Community Center, 1000 Bay Blvd, Seaside Heights.

Actress Barbara Luna as she appeared in the original Star Trek TV series episode “Mirror, Mirror” as Marlena.

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Attorney General Warns About Healthcare Data Breach

TRENTON – Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin is sharing consumer protection reminders and raising awareness about the availability of free credit monitoring and identity theft protection services following Change Healthcare’s unprecedented February data breach.

The February cyberattack at Change Healthcare, a unit of UnitedHealth, resulted in millions of Americans’ sensitive health and personal data being leaked onto the dark web - a hidden portion of the Internet where cyber criminals buy, sell, and track personal information.

Change Healthcare is the nation’s biggest electronic data clearinghouse and is used by tens of thousands of providers, pharmacies, and insurers to verify insurance, confirm pre-authorization of procedures or services, exchange insurance claim data, and perform other administrative tasks. The cyberattack interrupted operations for thousands of doctors’ offices, hospitals, and pharmacies nationwide, and impacted delivery of care to patients.

While the definitive number and identities of affected patients are currently unknown, Change Healthcare has publicly stated that the data breach could impact up to one-third of the American population. Typically, when there is a data breach impacting New Jersey residents, consumers receive an individualized letter or email if their data may have been leaked. However, Change Healthcare has not yet provided individual notice to consumers.

Given the delay between the data breach and notification to those impacted, Attorney General Platkin wants every New Jersey resident to know about the breach and the credit monitoring resources that Change Healthcare is offering to consumers. All New Jersey residents who think they may have been impacted are eligible for free credit monitoring and identity theft protections for two years. To enroll in this free credit monitoring and identity restoration service, consumers should visit changecybersupport.com or call 1-888-

846-4705.

Other steps consumers can consider taking include placing a free credit freeze on your credit report. Identity thieves will not be able to open a new credit account in your name while the freeze is in place. You can place a credit freeze by contacting each of the three major credit bureaus:

Equifax | equifax.com/personal/credit-report-services/credit-freeze 1-888-766-0008

Experian | experian.com/freeze/center.html 1-888-397-3742

TransUnion | transunion.com/credit-freeze 1-800-680-7289

Customers should also place a fraud alert on your credit report. A fraud alert tells lenders and creditors to take extra steps to verify your identity before issuing credit. You can place a fraud alert by contacting any one of the three major credit bureaus.

The dedicated website and call center will not be able to provide individuals any specific details about whether their data was compromised, but representatives can guide consumers through getting set up for the free credit monitoring and identity theft protections. Additionally, consumers should be aware of potential warning signs that someone is using their medical information. The signs include:

• A bill from their doctor for services they did not receive;

• Errors in their Explanation of Benefits insurance statement, such as medical services they never received or prescription medications they do not take;

• A call from a debt collector about a medical debt they do not owe;

• Medical debt collection notices on their credit report that they do not recognize;

• A notice from their health insurance company indicating they have reached their benefit limit; or

• They are denied insurance coverage because their medical records show a pre-existing condition they do not have.

More information about identify theft is available through the Office of Consumer Protection in the Division of Consumer Affairs.

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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.

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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.

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Toms River Police Accepting Applications

4 SHORE CERAMIC TILE CONSULTANTS

Oﬃcers Take Part In Annual Active Shooter Training

Finding Your Art-Watercolor Style

9th Annual Chili Cook-Off

Look Inside Sea Life, Literally: Squid Dissection For Teens

Family Vacation Bible School

Finding HOPE All Recovery Support Meeting

Christmas In July Vendor & Craft Bazaar

TRHS South Boys Soccer Fundraiser

American Legion Auxiliary Holiday Craft/ Vendor Fair

Car & Truck Show

Sips For Sailors Fundraiser

Ocean County Bike Bash Reschedule

Cars & Concerts

C ommUnitY n eWS

American Legion Holds Annual Picnic

Petition

H ERE ’ S T O Y OUR H EALTH

Dr. Izzy’s

Sound News

Take Control Of Your Memory & Brain Health

All-Recovery Support Meeting

Dear Pharmacist

Top 10 Most Googled Health Questions Answered

OHI Annual Summer Fundraiser

Spotlight On Business

House Calls Are Back

Comprehensive Care

School Board Candidates Have Until July 29 To File Nominating Petitions

R.C. Shea & Assoc. Inside The Law

Business Entities For Real Estate Investors

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Th is Bird Dates Back To 1832

THERAPIES/SERVICES

VERIZON UPGRADES NETWORK ALONG JERSEY SHORE TO BOLSTER PUBLIC SAFETY, HANDLE MASSIVE DATA INCREASE

BUSINESS DIRECTORY

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Star Trek Fans To Beam Over To Pennsylvania For Shore Leave 44

AroUnD the JerSeY Shore

Attorney General Warns About Healthcare Data Breach

Family Game Night

FUN & GAMES SUDOKU

CROSSWORD PUZZLE