Soulsational Festival Brings Good Vibes
By Chris Lundy
BERKELEY – Music, activities, and a lot of positive people filled Veterans Park with a festival atmosphere during Soulsational.
The event was a health and wellness fair with a laid back vibe. Artists and crafters showed off their talent. New age practitioners reached out and taught people about astrology or crystals.
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Food trucks lined the side of the park closest to the ball fields, but there were other food and drink vendors as well as a large tent to enjoy a meal or snack out of the sun. While the heat has been overwhelming recently, the temperature during Soulsational was hot without being too hot.
Local businesses like family law or veterinarians made connections.
Sins: Then And Now
By Chris Lundy
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– As a nonprofit group prepares to fight a court battle regarding environmental damages, they looked back on what caused this problem.
For decades, a company known locally as Ciba-Geigy dumped unknown tonnage of toxic waste in the river and groundwater, actions that some say has resulted in a local cancer cluster – although no direct link can be proven.
Ed Vienckowski, board chair
of Save Barnegat Bay, called the Ciba land an “environmental crime scene” during the group’s recent meeting which took place at the Lavallette First Aid Squad building. Some people back then knew something was wrong about what Ciba was doing, but many were unaware. Some intentionally looked the other way.
But they couldn’t ignore it any longer when, in 1984, a Ciba drain pipe burst near the intersection of
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There were even good causes being supported, like fighting human trafficking or collecting for animal shelters.
The scents of lavender and soaps accented the air. The Goodstock Jam Band was playing on the stage. People were dancing along – not necessarily in front of the bandstand. They were grooving in front of booths or at their own
blankets set up on the lawn.
Everyone was doing their own thing – which is one of the things organizer Michelle Leonard liked about it.
Now in its 14th year, the event has been a passion project for her and a group of helpers who are dedicated to creating a space for people to explore healthy alternatives.
“It’s built by the community, for the community,” she said.
That’s why you’ll see activities for kids as well as adults and seniors. While a petting zoo might interest some people, others might want to learn what the stars say about their future.
Sometimes alternative healing is just that –alternative. People exhaust all aspects of the medical world, which
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Local Candidates File For Election
By Chris Lundy BERKELEY
– While the nation – and perhaps the world – is interested in who is at the top of the ballot on November 5, there are a lot of local elections that might be under the radar.
Many of these are for school boards. These candidates are not allowed to note their political affiliations, so they include a short slogan instead.
Berkeley
There are three, three-year spots on the ballot for the Berkeley Board of Education, which oversees the four elementary schools.
John MacMoyle, Anne Marie Trethaway, and Joseph R. Palmerson are running under the slogan “Students Family First.” They are running unopposed. Two, three-year terms representing Berkeley on the Central Regional Board of Education are on the ballot.
Megan Bowens and Danielle N. Grochowicz are using the slogan “Education, Integrity, Unity.” Lisa Vargas is using the slogan “Putting Students First.”
Carol M. Cousins and Kia Phua are using the slogan “Educating With Integrity.”
Merissa Borawski and Heather Koenig are using the slogan “Supporting Parental Choice.”
Beachwood
There are two Republicans running for three-year terms on the Borough Council: John P. Farro, Jr. and Dan Santos. No Democrats filed to run.
Beachwood’s representative on the Toms River Board of Education, Melissa Morrison, has resigned but did so after the deadline for her seat to be on the
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Treadmill Dad Gets 25 Years In Death Of Son
By Chris Lundy
TOMS RIVER – “A picture is worth a thousand words, but that video is worth 10,000 words,” Judge Guy Ryan said as he sentenced Christopher Gregor for aggravated manslaughter and endangering the welfare of his own son.
The video of Gregor putting his son, Corey Micciolo, 6, on a treadmill and speeding it up so
the boy fell off multiple times –and then biting the boy’s headhas become infamous and leant weight to the sentencing, the judge said.
However, the charge of endangering only received a sentence of 5 years. The treadmill incident, which took place on March 20, 2021, did not contribute to the death from blunt
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The Goodstock Jam Band play on stage during Soulsational.
Photo by Chris Lundy
Christopher Gregor was sentenced to 25 years in prison.
Photo by Chris Lundy
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could take years, Leonard said. Meanwhile, there’s something that could help them.
Maybe you’ve thought about giving acupunc-
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ballot.
The district announced that they are seeking candidates to fill the spot from September of 2024 through December of 2025.
Applications are available at trschools.com and at the board office located at Suite 304, 1144 Hooper Avenue, Toms River, NJ 08753. All applications must be submitted to the Toms River Regional Schools Board President at the following address: Suite 304, 1144 Hooper Avenue, Toms River, NJ 08753 by 3 p.m. on August 19, 2024. The Board of Education will review all timely submitted applications and will implement a screening process to fill the
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Vaughn and Bay avenues.
ture a try, but wanted to learn more. Maybe you think yoga would be relaxing but you don’t know how to start. Maybe you just wanted to talk to other like minds about holistic lifestyles or healthier eating. This was a good place to start.
There were 30 free classes taking place
Beachwood Board Member vacancy.
Island Heights
The Island Heights representative on the Central Regional Board of Education, Susan Cowdrick, is running for re-election to a three-year term. No one filed a petition to run against her.
Ocean Gate
There are two, three-year terms available on the Borough Council. Two Republicans, James H. Fry and Russell Ernst and one Democrat, Dennis O’Leary, Jr. have filed to run.
There are two, three-year terms on the ballot for the Ocean Gate Board of Education. Scott Vosper and Andrew Scott don’t have slogans, but Daniel Fleming’s slogan is “Children First Always.”
No one filed a petition to run for an unex-
Health concerns rose overnight, especially when it was learned that Ciba’s outflow pipe dumped chemicals off 2nd Avenue in Ortley Beach.
During the meeting, a short documentary was screened called “From Sea To Shining Sea.” It followed the Greenpeace workers who came out in 1984. It was approved for screening by Tom Fagan, director of the board of Clean Ocean Action.
over the course of one day, Leonard said.
There were plenty of opportunities to try something new.
“You can be here from opening to close” and not run out of things to do, she said.
The people providing these services were shoulder to shoulder at tents spread out
pired two-year term.
Pine Beach
Republicans James Saxton and James Keesling are running for the two, threeyear terms on the Borough Council. No Democrats filed to run.
South Toms River
There are two, three-year terms on the Borough Council on the ballot. Republicans Sam Fennell and Kayla Rolzhausen will compete with Democrats GiGi Esparza and Denise Davis.
The South Toms River spot on the Toms River Board of Education is available.
Joseph Jubert (Honesty, Integrity, Tradition) and Krista Whittaker (Make STR Matter) are running against each other for the three-year term.
Jon Hinck, who would later become a state lawmaker in Maine, led the charge. “It’s come down to direct action as a last resort,” he said to the camera.
throughout the park. They weren’t competitive or working against each other, she said. It added to the welcoming ambience.
As Hannah Mary said to the crowd after giving out awards, “When you walk past someone, give them a smile, give them a wave, give them a hug.”
Toms River
There is one, one-year term on the Township Council that will be on the ballot in November. This is to fill the Ward 2 spot that Mayor Daniel Rodrick vacated when he won the mayoral election last year. Republican William R. Byrne will compete with Democrat Susan Payne Gato. There are two, three-year terms on the Board of Education representing Toms River on the ballot this year.
Dominick Farro is using the slogan “Education, Transparency, Accountability.”
Lisa Contessa is using the slogan “Fight! Fight! Fight!”
Maria Matarazzo and Diane Oxley are using the slogan “Students First.”
Jennifer Howe is using the slogan “Advocating Educational Funding.”
In a surreal moment of the video, Hinck calls the plant to inform them that divers are about to clog up the pipe and that the factory should halt production or else there could be expensive damages.
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get churned up after nor’easters. This kind of information is important to Save Barnegat Bay, whose lawsuit hopes to quantify the harmful effects of the pollution. Another effect mentioned in the film is that sea clams have died out in the area.
There’s a brief comment from then-mayor, the late Roden Lightbody, who said that the town has to trust the DEP. “We have no control.”
There’s an interview with local attorney Daniel Carluccio (who would later become Ocean County Prosecutor) and his wife Judy who started Ocean County Citizens for Clean Water in response to Ciba’s dumping. Carluccio would defend the Greenpeace activists pro bono after they got arrested.
“It’s our job to take care of it because the DEP is not ready to do it,” Judy Carluccio said.
Marco Kaltofen, a chemist, is also interviewed in the documentary. He is now the President of Boston Chemical Data Corp., which provides research on the impact of petroleum and nuclear hazards. He said that whenever factories create material that can’t be disposed of, it imposes a cost. The locals are impacted by the waste. Everyone has to pay taxes for oversight and cleaning it up. The companies don’t pay for the problems they cause.
The video ends with a note that in 1985, Ciba received another five-year permit to discharge waste into the ocean without any
requirement to provide samples. Ciba stopped operations in 1990.
After the video, Seaside Park Mayor John A. Peterson, Jr. said that he represented one of the Greenpeace divers as an attorney. He used the argument that their actions were protected by free speech. They were not trying to hurt property or the factory workers.
Lavallette Mayor Walter LaCicero was a police officer at the time of the protests. He said he had to patrol the area because some residents were unhappy with the protests. There are now plaques on the boardwalk celebrating some of the people involved.
Michelle Donato, an attorney for Save Barnegat Bay, jumped off of what LaCicero said. “Wally was right. There were some people who didn’t like it because it was bad for business,” she said.
If a company damages the environment, they have a responsibility to fi x it, she said. “The company is externalizing the cost to the residents. We want BASF – the largest chemical company in the world –to pay for the damages.”
Donato’s mother was the one who contacted Greenpeace for help and had them stay in her home during the operation. She said then-Assemblyman John Bennett III wrote a bill to get the pipeline removed.
In 1984, some people formed a human chain from town to town across the beach, showing solidarity and invoking a symbolic wall to protect the ocean.
One of the people in that human chain was Phil Skowron, who spoke at the meeting. He recalled being told by the
Freeholders – the five-person group that runs the county, now referred to as Commissioners – that there was “no fecal coliform” bacteria in the pipe break. Of course, there wouldn’t be, it wasn’t a sewage pipe. It was a chemical outfall, but it showed how the county leaders didn’t care.
“We had nobody interested in whatever the facts were,” he said. “Toms River was a company town.”
There was a Toms River Country Club run by Ciba. Politicians were given memberships, he said. They were in Ciba’s pocket.
“There are no sound moral qualities in a corporation,” he said.
Therefore, it fell to the people to get help. The fi rst meeting, held at Toms River High School North, had 1,500 attendees.
“We were six people on stage literally afraid for our lives because Ciba had half the people there,” he said.
While researching, one member found a single sheet of paper about Ciba which talked about the mutagenic and teratogenic properties of the chemicals.
“2 nd Avenue was the lab where they would fi nd out what it would do,” he said.
When Ciba got raided, employees were caught shredding paperwork, he noted.
“You have to stand up for yourselves,” he said. “You have to make corporations do what you think is right. You have to fi nd organizations that will protect you.”
Current Lawsuit
Ciba’s current owner, BASF, settled with the State Department of Environmental
Protection about what to do with the property. BASF will preserve 1,000 acres of the site, while being allowed to develop or sell the remaining 255 acres, which is zoned industrial.
Of the 1,000 acres to be preserved, about 375 acres will see ecological restoration projects, such as freshwater wetlands, restoration of riparian areas, flood plain and wetland enhancements, creation of upland grasslands, pollinator habitat, and an environmental education center. There will be a 130-acre solar farm generating 27 megawatts.
Residents who say they are still feeling the impact of Ciba, said this is not enough. Add to this the facts that Ciba and BASF are different companies on paper but are historically the same; and that BASF won $17 million from Toms River in a recent tax appeal.
Save Barnegat Bay is trying to hold BASF accountable for its past transgressions. Michelle Donato said that the DEP is “suffering from deliberate amnesia.”
In researching the project, Save Barnegat Bay went to the DEP to scan records. They were the first ones to check out the records since Dan Fagin, who wrote the book “Toms River: A Story Of Science And Salvation.” This chronicle of Ciba and its impact was published in 2013. This proves that the DEP didn’t even look at the records before approving the deal. Joseph Maraziti, who is representing Save Barnegat Bay in the suit, said that the suit is to compensate people for the pain and suffering the company caused. They are going before the appellate division in September.
OPINIONS & COMMENTARY
EDITORIAL
Let’s Talk About Talking Points
There are so many “truths” being thrown around out there, but they are only just talking points.
Let’s define the term. Talking points are concise phrases that a political party will use to create a narrative. They pick a topic, and then cut it down to an easy-to-understand point of view. They take a very complex and nuanced issue and break it down into something so simple that it just has to make sense. Often, they change it so much that it doesn’t even reflect reality any more.
That message goes out to all the top brass of the party. It also goes out to all the political underlings – like the cable news folk you’ll be watching tonight. No, you are not immune to it. You’ve probably formed some of your own opinions because you’ve heard these talking points.
The reason they work is the same thing that makes Coke or Pepsi so successful – advertising. Everything is advertising. The more you hear the talking points, the more it’ll make sense to you.
We would rather not think really hard. Let’s be honest, here. If someone provides you with an easy answer to a huge problem,
we’re going to jump on it. Pretty soon, you’ll agree with the simplified piece of garbage that some committee came up with in a Washington strategy session.
I’ll give you two examples, and I’ll “both sides” them for you to show you what happens.
On the Republican side, a GOP staffer accidentally sent a list of talking points to Democrats a while back, showing how the GOP was providing a unified front in messaging.
In the space of a week, I received three anti-Trump letters that noted the exact same issues. They were worded slightly differently, but it was clear they were all coached. (I only published one.)
Your thoughts are not your own. Someone making a lot more money than you thought of them fi rst. Then they fed them to the commentators on news programs, made them into memes and spread them on social media. You saw these thoughts everywhere. If you hear a lie enough times, you believe it. Finally, they made it to your brain. They become trickle-down thoughts.
Chris Lundy News Editor
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Readers Sound Off On Biden Stepping Down
Editor’s note: A few weeks ago, we asked our readers to respond to the news of President Joe Biden dropping out of the race and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris. Here are some responses:
You mean forced out by his own party?
So they could anoint someone nobody voted for that the same party, only months ago, wanted to toss aside because of her unfavorable polling and nobody within the party likes. Sounds just like democracy, doesn’t it?
Bob Broderick New Jersey
I think Biden did the right thing. The presidential job requires full mental capacities to make decisions regarding governing America. I am not averse to Kamala Harris as the 2024 candidate. The color of a person’s skin has nothing to do with intelligence. Nor, for that matter, one’s gender. I quote Robert Frank Kennedy, brother of JFK: “Some see things as they are and ask why. We see things as they could be and ask: ‘why not?’”
Carol M. Granaldi Cream Ridge
Whether you like him or not, there’s a lot to be said for President Biden voluntarily stepping aside and not run for re-election. We’ll never know if he would have won or lost, but one thing is sure: he’ll be out of office next year on his own volition. It reminds me of what George Washington did, and I’m not talking about running for President for a third term. At the end of the Revolutionary War, he voluntarily gave up command of the standing American army and returned to his life as a gentleman farmer. He could have remained in power and become something of an American monarch. Instead, he retired to civilian life. When he learned of this, an astonished King George III said that if it was true, then surely Washington was the greatest man in the world.
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
At a time today when elected officials don’t know how to get off the stage - federal, state, county, and local - it is good to see someone give up the baton of power to give the next guy or gal a chance to serve we the people. It’s called citizen democracy and it’s what George Washington and our Founding Founders had always hoped for.
J. Mark Mutter Toms River
Just The Facts
For several days in the month of March 2024, Donald J. Trump wined and dined a very special guest from Hungary at his palatial estate in Mar-a-Lago. Viktor Orban is the fascist dictator from Hungary that Donald J. Trump entertained.
Donald J. Trump, in his own words, boasted about his visit to Kim Jong-un in North Korea. Kim Jong-un is the dictator of North Korea. After the visit the two men corresponded and Donald J. Trump described it with very “lovely letters.” Kim Jong-un murdered his own brother to become president for his entire life. Citizens of North Korea do not vote for president...it’s handed down within the family.
Donald J. Trump’s admiration and furtive desire to emulate Vladimir Putin, dictator from Russia, has been Trump’s goal for many years. Donald J. Trump has never and would never say a bad word about Vladimir Putin.
Donald J. Trump has a special place in his heart for the dictator from China - Xi Jinping who rules over millions and millions of people with an iron fist. Donald J. Trump would sell his soul (if he had one) to have that kind of power. There are 59 dictators all over the world today. Donald J. Trump would love nothing more than to be #60! Then he would have the power, money and loyalty he demands.
Birds of a feather flock together. Be very careful with your vote - America is in peril. Vote to ensure that no dictator will ever occupy the people’s White House. Vote for democracy.
Sarah R. Maketansky Toms River
Berkeley Volunteers Are Lifesavers
Having a fall on inclined sidewalk on Davenport early morning, in Toms River N.J. led my face meeting the concrete walk with blunt force.
Called 911, EMTs were excellent on transportation to hospital.
Nose hemorrhaged, blessed to find out no facial broken bones, no teeth knocked out and no head or hip injuries. Though swollen bloody injuries on face would need X-rays of several areas. Lip split open, gums totally purple, again blessed no stitches needed. However 2 fractured ribs, did occur.
Had to call 911 eight hours after discharge due to severe nose hemorrhage that required being cauterized. Once again volunteers came from Berkeley ambulance.
Matthew one of the EMTs from late night call, found me a bed from another area at hospital.
ER room had no bed. Matthew got me in the bed, with clean sheets he hunted for. Stayed close by with my heavy nose hemorrhage, until someone came to help me.
I want to thank the Berkeley Volunteer Ambulance squad for the two separate shifts of caring, compassionate EMTs.
Gayle Palmer Berkeley
A View Of Seaside From A World Away
My name is Plamen, and I am from Bulgaria. I spent the summer of 2005 in Seaside Heights through cultural exchange programs. Recently, I revisited those times and created a photo album on Facebook. In a comment a friend asked me to share more about my experiences there, so I wrote this piece. You might find it interesting: Seaside Heights, New Jersey is a small resort town located on a narrow barrier peninsula on the Atlantic Ocean coast. The place is known for its wide beaches, boardwalk, and amusement parks where we worked. It wasn’t easy – the asphalt melted under the scorching sun, the
air had more humidity than oxygen, and our melanin boiled under our skin.
My favorite shifts were at the Still Walk or the Sea Lift. I hated working at the bumper cars for kids the most because the kids couldn’t figure out how to drive them, their parents would yell at us, and the speakers blared Elvis Presley and the music from “Grease” on repeat. The coolest rides were the Centrifuge and the Sky Scraper – we loved riding them on our free evenings. We lived in a two-story house with 20 other people and experienced all the good and bad that came with it. Some things happened to me for the first time in Seaside – I stopped an ice cream truck with the music playing just to buy ice cream, I discovered what marshmallows really are, attended a Ford Mustang rally, saw an orca, watched Cessna planes fly over the horizon with advertising banners attached to their tails, drank beer in a typical American pub, partied during a hurricane, saw how people decorate their houses for Halloween, and other things like that. Nowadays, most of these can be easily found in Bulgaria or experienced by the Bulgarians, but in 2005 we had only seen them in movies.
The nearest big city is called Toms River, separated from the Seaside peninsula by a large and beautiful lagoon. We spent our days off in its malls, and when night fell, there were huge fireflies. New York was about an hour away. We also visited Niagara Falls, but Manhattan captivated me, which was unexpected for a person who generally seeks the mountains and nature. I often dream of the magical Central Park, the colossal skyscrapers, the distinctive streets that I still recognize in almost every movie, even the noise... Everything happening in the huge metropolis generates a specific sound – a constant hum, a monotonous rumble, which is the most hypnotic and soothing thing I’ve ever heard. I doubt I’ll hear it again. And so... Thank you for your time and consideration.
S POTLIGHT O N G OVERNMENT
Correspondence & Commentary From Your Local, County, State & Federal Officials
Bill Would Give Power To People Over Corporations
Capitol Comments
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Supreme Court’s conservative majority overturned the 40-year-old Chevron deference doctrine. Chevron required federal courts to defer to an expert agency’s reasonable interpretation of ambiguous statutes administered by the agency. The Supreme Court’s overturning of Chevron undermines our government’s ability to protect Americans and the environment.
Governmental agencies engage in the federal rulemaking process to implement Congressional statutes. Currently, industry-backed lobbyists have an outsized influence in the regulatory process compared to the general public. With their significant resources, they are able to meet with regulators, fund favorable scientific studies to submit with public comments, and overstate the negative impact of stricter regulatory oversight. These actions slow down the enforcement of important regulations, and the American people and our planet pay the price.
U.S. Senators Cory Booker (D-NJ), Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Mazie Hirono (D-HI), Ben Ray Luján (D-NM), Edward J. Mar-
key (D-MA), Jeff Merkley (D-OR), Bernie Sanders (I-VT), Chris Van Hollen (D-MD), Peter Welch (DVT), and Ron Wyden (DOR) introduced the Stop Corporate Capture Act (SCCA).
The Stop Corporate Capture Act codifies the Chevron doctrine and reforms the regulatory process to end corporations’ influence over the rulemaking process, prioritize scientific and public integrity, and reduce delays in implementation of laws. The bill was originally introduced in the House of Representatives by Representative Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) in 2021.
The Stop Corporate Capture Act would: Codify Chevron deference Modernize and reform the regulatory process under the Administrative Procedure Act
Empower and expand public participation in the regulatory process
Increase transparency and protect independent expertise in the regulatory process
“The Supreme Court’s recent decision to overturn Chevron deference will have far-reaching implications that harm Americans,” said Senator Booker. “The Stop Corporate Capture Act is crucial to ensuring that our government remains accountable to the people, not to corporate special interests. This legislation
will codify Chevron into law and will modernize and restore transparency to rulemaking so agencies are able to effectively implement laws, protect public health and safety, and tackle the climate crisis while ensuring a clean environment for our communities. We must act now to forestall the devastating effects of this decision that prevents the federal government from addressing current and future challenges.”
Endorsing Organizations: Coalition for Sensible Safeguards; AFL-CIO; AFT; American Atheists; American Bird Conservancy; American Economic Liberties Project; American Federation of State County and Municipal Employees; Americans for Financial Reform; Asbestos Disease Awareness Org; CAARMA Consumer Advocates Against Reverse Mortgage Abuse; Center for Auto Safety; Center for Digital Democracy; Center for Economic Justice; Center For Food Safety; Center for Justice & Democracy; Center for Progressive Reform; Center for Science in the Public Interest; Clean Air Council; Coalition for Sensible Safeguards; Colorado Fiscal Institute; Consumer Action; Consumer Federation of America; Consumer Federation of California; Consumers for Auto Reliability and Safety; Cultivating Lives Educational Services, Inc; Delaware Community Reinvestment Action Council, Inc.; Earthjustice; Endangered Species Coalition; Economic Policy Institute; GenDemocracy; Stop the
Coup 2025 campaign to stop Project 2025; Genesee Co-op Federal Credit Union; Good Jobs First; Government Information Watch; GreenLatinos; Greenpeace USA; Impact Fund; Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy; Interfaith Center on Corporate Responsibility; International Center for Technology Assessment; Interfaith Power & Light; International Union; United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America (UAW); Jobs to Move America; Kettle Range Conservation Group; Kids In Danger; Lawyers for Good Government; League of Conservation Voters; National Association of Consumer Advocates; National Consumer Law Center (on behalf of its low-income clients); National Employment Law Project; National Health Law Program; New Jersey Association on Correction; NETWORK Lobby for Catholic Social Justice; Oregon Consumer Justice; People Power United; Physicians for Social Responsibility; Public Citizen; Public Justice Center; Rise Economy; Sierra Club; Small Business Majority; South Carolina Appleseed Legal Justice Center; Southern Environmental Law Center; Texas Appleseed; The Conservation Angler; 20/20 Vision; Union of Concerned Scientists; Unitarian Universalists for Social Justice; United Steelworkers; U.S. PIRG; Virginia Citizens Consumer Council; VOICE (Voices Organized in Civic Engagement); WE ACT for Environmental Justice; Zero Hour.
Senator Cory Booker
Annual Veterans Resource Fair And Picnic
BAYVILLE – Join as the Bayville Elks #2394 hosts the annual Veterans Resource Fair and Picnic as they celebrate appreciation for all who served this great nation!
The event will be on August 17 from 12 to 6 p.m. at the Lodge. Purchase your tickets now to enter this exciting event! Each veteran enters free and will receive a gift for coming to the picnic. Bring your DD214 to learn more about benefits available to you and your family. They will have a Cornhole Tournament and Ring Toss! Vendors will be present to provide resources and information: Ocean County Veterans Service Bureau Soldier On Community Hope’s Veterans Program
1st Annual
PBA
Sadie Vickers Resource Center
Hackensack Meridian Health Nurses will be on site to perform wellness screenings for blood pressure, pulse, BMI, cholesterol, glucose and stroke risk.
Bring your appetite! Chef Bill and Chef Patti will be cooking up some delicious grub for all to enjoy! Non-alcoholic beverages available for free. Cash Bar. Entertainment to be announced!
Tickets available for purchase to win prizes for Gift Raffles and 50/50s! Cost is $25 per adult and $10 for children ages 12 to 18. Kids under 12 are free. Adult tickets include food, entertainment and two drink tickets.
237 Fluke Tournament
BERKELEY – Join for the 1st Annual PBA 237 Fluke Tournament on August 25 from 6 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Get ready for an exciting day on the water with the PBA 237 community! They are thrilled to announce the very first Fluke Tournament, and they want you to be a part of it. After final weigh ins there will be food and drinks for participants and guests. There will be amazing
prizes for the top anglers as well as 50/50 and tricky tray.
Whether you’re a seasoned fisherman or just looking for a fun day out with friends and family, this event has something for everyone. All proceeds from the tournament will go towards supporting PBA237.
For more information, contact Ryan at 732330-2344.
Beachwood Community Yard Sale
BEACHWOOD – Beachwood Recreation has announced their community yard sale on September 28 and 29 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. As the summer ends, it’s time to clean out your homes and garages, and get ready for this town-wide event! They welcome residents and visitors to buy, sell and trade
throughout the weekend.
Cost is $12 per property. Deadline to register is September 13. Registration fee is non-refundable. Balloon and map pick up is at Borough Hall lobby on September 27 from 4 to 6 p.m., 1600 Pinewald Avenue. The event is rain or shine.
Sounds Of Summer Concert Series
BERKELEY – Mayor Bacchione and the Township Council present The 2024 Berkeley Township Sounds of Summer Concert Series.
Concerts are free to the public. Free parking. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. For more details, visit btrec.org.
• August 24 – Alotta Colada 5 to 8 p.m. at White Sands Beach, 23rd Avenue Seaside Park
• September 14 – Slap Happy 6 to 7 p.m.; Boy Band Project 7:30 to 9 p.m. at Veterans Park, 489 Forest Hills Parkway, Bayville. Refreshment vendors at the park.
*We Use ALL Boar’s Head Products* • Oven Roasted Turkey : $5.99 (1/2lb) • BH Bologna : $3.49 (1/2lb) • Cheddar Cheese : $3.99 (1/2lb)
• Honey BBQ Chicken : $5.89 (1/2lb)
• Pepper Jack Cheese : $3.69 (1/2lb)
• Hot Ham Capicola : $3.99 (1/2lb) • Store Made Potato Salad, Macaroni Salad or Cole Slaw : $3.99 lb • Store Made Pasta Salad : $4.99 lb
Dog Adoption Day Event
Route 9 • Bayville, NJ 08721 Nealplumbing@comcast.net Janie Neal Lic. #10746 | George Neal Lic.#7570 Jonathon Neal Lic.#13189
BAYVILLE – Mark your calendars for the annual Dog Adoption Day, in association with friends at Rescue Ridge animal rescue, scheduled for August 24 at MJ’s Restaurant in Bayville.
From 1 to 4 p.m. meet great local pet vendors along with amazing dogs hoping to fi nd their fur-ever home plus food and
beverage available for purchase and live music by Rich Meyer.
This is a family and pet friendly event, but it is weather permitting since it’s solely an outdoor event.
For specific information regarding pet adoption, contact Rescue Ridge Shelter via email at rescueridgeshelter@gmail.com.
Full Send Fest
BAYVILLE – Full Send Family presents Full Send Fest on August 31 from 12 to 6 p.m. at Robert J. Miller Airpark located at 901 Route 530 Berkeley Township.
Charity Car Show extravaganza to honor and remember our fallen brothers Mike Stull, Dion Cardell and Brian Blaszka.
Top 30 overall. 12 specialty categories.
Power Wheels Division. DJ/MC. Vendors. Three-tier gift auction. 50/50 raffles. Cornhole tournament. Food trucks. Children’s activities and so much more.
If you are interested in becoming a sponsor or vendor, send a message to Mandi at 732810-1828. For more information, join the Facebook group: Full Send Fest.
Remote Control Flea Market
bring a table $5. Contact Ralph at cwuscs@ aol.com. Refreshments available. All RC welcome: planes, drones, cars, trucks, boats. Weather permitting.
BAYVILLE – RC Flea Market at the Bayville VFW Post 9503, 383 Veterans Boulevard, will be on October 12. Flea Market opens 9 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. Set up is 7:30 a.m.
Cost is $2 buyer entry; $10 sellers tables;
For more information, contact info@ pbm1727.org or visit pbm1727.org
Guided Nature Walks At Double Trouble
BERKELEY – Join a naturalist for a guided walk down the Clear Brook Path on August 31 from 9 to 11 a.m. at Double Trouble State Park.
Follow a naturalist for a short nature walk down the Clear Brook Trail. This shady hike will be a little over a mile and a half in length. Please dress appropriately for outdoor activities (long pants,
hat, bugs pray). Rain or shine, thunder may cancel. Bring rain gear if precipitation is forecasted. Meeting spot: Village parking area.
No registration or tickets required. For program questions, please send an email to Delaney.Westphal@dep.nj.gov. Sign up for emails about upcoming park events & programs at AlertMeDEP.nj.gov.
Movies In e Park 2024
BEACHWOOD – Experience the magic of the cinema outside beneath the stars. Grab some popcorn and fi nd a seat. The show is about to begin! Beachwood Recreation Commission puts on movies in the park at Mayo Park. Admission is free, and the movies they pick are all family-oriented and family-friendly.
August 23 – “The Marvels”
September 13 – “Elemental”
September 27 – “The Garfield Movie”
October 4 – “Ghostbusters the Frozen Empire”
October 18 – “Casper”
There will be no rain dates for the above movies. In case of inclement weather movies will be moved indoors.
River Lady Dinner Cruise
TOMS RIVER – Hosted by the Pine Beach Preservation Society; join for dinner and dancing on the River Lady for a sunset cruise with all your friends from the Pine Beach Preservation Society and Pine Beach Yacht Club.
Dinner will be on September 21 from5:30
to 8:30 p.m. Includes: dinner, cash bar, DJ & dancing. Ticket prices: $100 River Lady; $35 after party at Pine Beach Yacht Club, includes desserts (starts at 9 p.m.) or $125 for both of the above.
Purchase tickets by August 30: tinyurl. com/riverlady.
Maker Mondays Kids Cra Hour
BEACHWOOD – Nature crafts and activities are an easy way to inspire kids to develop a love and appreciation of the outdoors. Drop by with your preschooler any time between 10 and 11
a.m. and help them create their own wonder. The next program will be on August 26 at Jakes Branch County Park in Beachwood. Open to kids ages 3 to 5 years old.
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Clean Ocean Action’s Fall Student Summit
to the sea and environmental stewardship. Applications are now open – How to apply:
BERKELEY – Calling all 5 to 8th grade teachers in central and southern New Jersey: Clean Ocean Action is thrilled to announce that the 36th Annual Fall Student Summit will return to Island Beach State Park on October 10.
The Student Summit provides school students (grades 5 to 8) from eligible counties (Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, and Ocean) from central and northern NJ a free opportunity to experience hands-on, marine environmental education at the Jersey shore. Designed to meet core curriculum standards and reinforce STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) concepts, the Student Summit is an opportunity for students to receive a unique, educational program that combines peerto-peer learning with outdoor connections
- If your school is interested in participating in this jam-packed morning of marine-based fun, carefully review and complete each section of the 2024 Fall Student Summit Application and return the completed form with a $100 refundable deposit check to Clean Ocean Action by no later than September 26.
- To learn more: Go to cleanoceanaction. org under “Education Programs” and “Student Summit,” or email Education@ CleanOceanAction.org.
- Please note: schools can apply to bring a maximum of 30 students and acceptances are not on a fi rst come fi rst serve basis, but will depend on a school’s responses to the application questions.
Art In e Park: Sketching Nature
BERKELEY – Art in the Park: Sketching Nature will be held on August 16 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at Double Trouble State Park. Choose an animal, landscape, tree, bug, or plant to sketch. There’s a lot to see when you take a walk through the Pine Barrens, but there’s also lots to draw! Please bring your own pencil and paper, and a chair or
towel if you wish to sit. Rain or thunder may cancel this event. Meeting spot: Village parking area.
No registration or tickets required. For program questions, please send an email to Delaney.Westphal@dep.nj.gov. Sign up for emails about upcoming park events & programs at AlertMeDEP.nj.gov.
Guided Packing House Tours At Double Trouble
BERKELEY – Join a village historian for a
tour of the historic cranberry packing house every Saturday in August from 10 to 10:30 a.m. No reservations/tickets required. Meet at loading dock. Weather dependent.
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NJ Turtles On e Move – e Hazards And How To Help
By Renee A. Thomaier
Retired New Jersey State Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
New Jersey is home to approximately 18 species of turtles. Some are terrestrial (land), others are aquatic (water), and some are both. Unless you know your turtles, it may be difficult to determine what kind of turtle you might be looking at. Right now, female turtles have begun laying their eggs. Often, they must travel long distances to locate the right spot. The problem with this is they will be crossing roadways in the process.
Many turtles return to the same nesting site each year. Encountering a turtle that may need assistance in its travel should be addressed carefully. If you find a turtle in the middle of the road, do NOT swerve suddenly, leave the lane, or stop abruptly. If you feel comfortable handling a turtle – most can be picked up by the sides of their shells near the mid-point of their body. Never pick up any turtle by its tail as it can frighten or likely cause injury to it. Wearing gloves is recommended and any time you handle wildlife, you should wash your hands. It’s very important that if you assist
a turtle, you should move it in the direction it was headed. Since its destiny is unknown to you, simply remove it from harm’s way, by urging it onto natural terrain several feet from the road.
NEVER attempt to handle a snapping turtle unless you are experienced. Even then, it is advised to use a tool, like a branch, to gently urge it forward from behind.
New Jersey turtles are a protected species so possession of one is illegal. If you find a nest in your yard, keeping children and pets away is advised. Additional protection during the first 30 to 45 days may be given by placing a small cage around the nest eggs. However, and this is important - note that the cage MUST BE REMOVED before the hatchlings emerge. Most turtle eggs hatch in 60 to 80 days. I gathered the information for this article from multiple sources so statistics may vary slightly. To reach me please call 732-244-2768.
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.
WALK Pajama Club Present Back To School
BAYVILLE – WALK, Inc. “Walk in Acts of Love and Kindness” believe every child deserves a nice pair of cozy pajamas to sleep in. They will be giving free pajamas from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Living Water
Community Church on September 1 Living Water Community Church and W.A.L.K will also have free school supplies as well! For more information, visit walkinc.org.
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force impact to the chest and abdomen on April 2, 2021. The exact cause of these injuries might never be made public, but Gregor was sentenced to 20 years in prison for the aggravated manslaughter charge in relation to the boy’s death.
Gregor will have to serve 85 percent of the 20-year sentence before being eligible for parole. The 885 days he has served since his arrest would be subtracted. The 5-year sentence will take place immediately after the 20-year sentence. He will have 5 years of supervised parole after all that.
Judge Ryan had been meticulous to minimize any chance of appeal.
Indeed, Ryan had said that the maximum is “legally unsustainable.” He also spoke of hoping that the close of this trial lends some sense of closure.
“I don’t think we’ll ever get closure,” Corey’s mother, Breanna Micciolo, told JerseyShoreOnline.com after the sentencing. At the very least, she won’t have to see Gregor again.
However, she said her work is just beginning. She has been speaking to lawmakers about “Corey’s Law,” which would put children in a safe environment while child abuse is being investigated.
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“They obviously failed my grandson, that’s for sure,” Vito Micciolo told JerseyShoreOnline.com outside the courtroom. Numerous people demanded that Gregor be dealt the maximum sentence – 10 years for endangering and 30 years for aggravated manslaughter.
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Micciolo said that throughout the trial,
“Christopher Gregor will spend the rest of his days here on earth knowing that he caused the death of his son Corey,” Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer said. “While nothing can bring this precious child back to his family, I hope that today’s sentence brings some sense of closure for those who knew and loved Corey. At long last, justice for Corey has been accomplished.”
21 Plus Foundation Fall Festival
BERKELEY – Join 21 Plus Inc. for a fabulous day of music, cornhole, food, beer and vendors! The 21 Plus Foundation Fall Festival will be on September 7 at 12 p.m. at Veterans Park.
The family friendly event features music
by Shorty Long & the Jersey Horns, Mayhem Cornhole, food trucks, beer, vendors and children’s activities!
Sponsorship opportunities are available. For more info reach out to us at info@21plus.org or 732-240-3118.
VERIZON UPGRADES NETWORK ALONG JERSEY SHORE TO BOLSTER PUBLIC SAFETY, HANDLE MASSIVE DATA INCREASE
Sea Girt, Lavallette, Brick, Seaside Park, Ortley Beach, and Asbury Park get network upgrades
Verizon has just completed a major network upgrade at the Jersey Shore. Specifically, in Sea Girt, Lavallette, Seaside Park, Ortley Beach with additional upgrades coming in Asbury Park and Brick this summer. This is a response to the dramatic increase we’ve been seeing in usage from people at the beach, both summer visitors and year long residents, but also small businesses and public safety o cials - who need reliable communication in high density areas.
The upgrade is going to support more customers simultaneously using their phones with improved reliability and speeds.
Dr. Izzy’s
Sound News
Presented By: Isidore Kirsh, Ph.D., F.A.A.A. (N.J. Lic. #678)
Medicare Vs. Medicare Advantage Plans
Medicare Advantage Plans simplify coverage, combining Medicare Part A – which includes inpatient care, such as hospital admissions – and Part B – which includes outpatient services, such as doctors’ visits. These plans can also integrate medical and prescription drug coverage so beneficiaries have access to unified and coordinated coverage. In addition, these plans can offer dental, vision, and hearing aid coverage. Over 65% of those over the age of 65 years have some type of Medicare Advantage Plan. Why?? In general, people are saving over 30% or more versus having Medicare and a supplemental plan to cover the 20% that Medicare does not cover (Medigap Plan). In many cases, you’re sacrificing “quality of care” if you sign up for the Advantage Plan!
In general, most Medicare Advantage Plans do not offer the same level of choice as a Medicare Plus (Medigap) combination. Most plans require you to go to their network of doctors and healthcare providers. If you have significant health problems, you should shy away from Medicare Advantage Plans by way of how they structure copays and deductibles. Many enrollees have been hit with unexpected costs and denial of benefits for various types of care deemed not medically necessary. Depicted below is a simple comparison when considering your options:
MEDICARE
• YOU & YOUR DOCTOR CHOOSE YOUR CARE
• NO REFERRALS NEEDED
• NO RESTRICTIONS
• NO LAB FEES
• NO PREAUTHORIZATION
• NO HIDDEN COSTS
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ADVANTAGE
• YOUR PLAN CHOOSES YOUR CARE – NOT YOU
• HIGHLY RESTRICTED REFERRALS
• LIMITED SPECIALIST
• MRI & OUTPATIENT HIGH FEES
• UPFRONT COPAY ON ER VISITS
• HIGHER DEDUCTIBLES
• SOMEWHAT LIMITED COVERAGE
Many of you are signing up for Advantage plans mainly to take advantage of hearing aid benefits since there is NO hearing aid coverage through Medicare. Advantage Plans such as United Healthcare, Humana, and Braven offer these benefits. Keep in mind if you choose this path, your INSURANCE COMPANY is telling you where you have to go. You have to follow their rules and regulations and quite often, the best hearing aid for your listening needs and lifestyle are sometimes not a choice. In addition, you will have to start paying your hearing healthcare professional office fees basically after 1 yr. of service. This fee is typically $125 per visit and is NOT covered by the Advantage plan. Many Audiologists, including myself, do not accept the majority of these Advantage plans. Hospitals and physician groups are starting to drop many of these plans because they’re horrible to work with. Dr. Izzy and his staff will always provide you with honest information about hearing health issues. Please feel free to call us at 732-451-3962 or visit us at www. 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!
Habitat For Humanity 8th Annual Walk To Build
SEASIDE HEIGHTS – Help families walk towards a brighter future! Join in making a difference by sponsoring the 8th annual Walk to Build on September 21 on the Seaside Heights Boardwalk at 9 a.m. Your support helps pave the way for Ocean County families, transforming lives with each step we take together. Be a champion
for change - sponsor today and walk with us toward a brighter future! If you would like to learn more about Walk to Build, visit northernoceanhabitat.org/ events/2023-annual-walk-to-build. Contact ErinB@nohfh.com or 732-818-9500 ext. 100 with questions about becoming a sponsor or signing up for the walk!
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Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
5 Ways Quercetin And DHQ Make You Feel Better
By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
Bioflavonoids, naturally occurring compounds found in various plants, are renowned for their antioxidant properties. Among them, quercetin and dihydroquercetin (DHQ) stand out. While both share similarities, DHQ has distinct advantages, making it a superior choice for health supplementation.
Bioflavonoids are plant pigments that provide a range of health benefits. They are often found in colorful fruits and vegetables, contributing to their vivid hues and acting as antioxidants, which help combat oxidative stress and inflammation in the body. Among the numerous bioflavonoids, quercetin is perhaps the most well-known, commonly found in apples, onions, and berries.
Regular quercetin is praised for its ability to support cardiovascular health, reduce inflammation, and boost the immune system. It is often used to manage allergies and respiratory conditions due to its natural antihistamine properties. Quercetin also supports heart health by improving blood vessel function and reducing blood pressure. A typical dosage range of quercetin is 500 to 1,000 mg per day. Compare that to DHQ which is more like 10 - 40 mg per day.
DHQ is found in the Siberian larch tree and other sources like onions and milk thistle. DHQ is chemically similar to quercetin but has a unique structure that enhances its bioavailability. It is more easily absorbed and utilized by the body, offering stronger antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. 5 Benefits of DHQ Over Quercetin
Enhanced Bioavailability: DHQ is more readily absorbed in the digestive tract, ensuring higher levels in the bloodstream compared to quercetin. This makes it more effective in lower doses.
Potent Antioxidant Properties: DHQ provides superior protection against oxidative stress, a major factor in aging and chronic diseases. It neutralizes free radicals more efficiently than quercetin.
Anti-inflammatory Effects: By reducing inflammation more effectively, DHQ can help manage conditions like arthritis, cardiovascular diseases, and metabolic disorders. Dihydroquercetin has amazing metal-chelating properties! This means it can latch onto harmful metal ions in your body, helping to neutralize them which then reduces inflammation and DNA damage.
Cardiovascular Support: DHQ improves blood circulation, reduces blood clot formation, and supports healthy cholesterol levels, thereby protecting heart health more robustly than quercetin.
Immune System Boost: DHQ enhances the body’s immune response, making it more resilient against infections and illnesses.
We are finding this antioxidant being incorporated into more and more dietary supplements. It’s often combined with other antioxidants such as vitamin C. Let me say that quercetin remains a valuable bioflavonoid with significant health benefits, and it is very easy to find in health food stores nationwide. It’s sister “dihydroquercetin” or DHQ offers enhanced absorption and potency, making it more superior, however it’s not as easy to find. If you take either of those supplements, it is a great way to reduce free radical damage to the body.
As always, it is advisable to consult with a healthcare professional before starting any new supplement regimen to ensure it does not interact with your other supplements. If you’d like to read the longer version of this article, it is posted at suzycohen.com
(This information is not intended to treat, cure or diagnose your condition. Suzy Cohen is the author of “The 24-Hour Pharmacist” and “Real Solutions.” For more information, visit www.SuzyCohen.com) ©2024 SUZY COHEN, RPH. DISTRIBUTED BY DEAR PHARMACIST, INC.
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Understanding Non-Probate Assets In Estate Planning
By: Marc S. Galella, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates
The terms “probate assets” and “non-probate assets” are often used when talking about estate planning and estate administration. It is important to understand the difference between the two. Probate assets are those assets which pass under a Last Will and Testament. Conversely, non-probate assets are those assets which do not pass under the Will. Examples of non-probate assets include joint accounts marked “JTWROS” (joint tenants with rights of survivorship), “POD” (payable on death) accounts and real property deeds in the names of both spouses. Other examples include insurance policies, IRA accounts and annuities in which beneficiaries are specifically named.
In the case of non-probate assets, the assets pass upon death to certain other persons. The assets do not pass by way of the Will. For example, a bank account in the names of two persons marked “JTWROS” will automatically pass to the survivor upon the death of one of the joint owners. Similarly, if real property is owned by two married persons as “husband and wife” the property automatically passes to the surviving spouse upon the death of the first spouse to die. Additionally, an IRA or insurance policy will pass to the person named as the beneficiary upon the death of the owner of the IRA or the policy.
What is most important to understand
is that these assets do not pass under the terms of the Will. Thus, a mother cannot by her Will leave a joint bank account to her son if the joint bank account is in the name of the mother and her daughter. Upon the mother’s death the account will go to the daughter. In the same sense, real property in the names of a “husband and wife” cannot be left by a Will to a third party until both spouses have passed away. In preparing a Will, you must know what assets are probate assets and which are non-probate assets. You must understand what assets will pass under your Will and which will pass outside of your Will. The failure to understand how these assets will pass could render your estate planning meaningless.
You must also understand the concept of non-probate assets even after your Will is complete. This is because in some cases, a person may by Will intend to distribute their assets equally among their three children, but later put a bank account into a joint name with one of the children and not realize that the account will pass to that child alone and not to all three children.
Before preparing your Will, you should discuss with your attorney all of the assets in your name and determine whether the assets are probate or non-probate assets and how you want those assets to be distributed upon your passing.
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Meals On Wheels Needs Your Help
OCEAN COUNTY – Congress is out for their Summer Recess, and we need your help! The federal budget is starting to be crafted and the Older American’s Act, where Meals on Wheels gets our funding, is being threatened to be cut drastically. We need your help to contact your Federal Representatives, Senator Cory Booker, Congressman Chris Smith, and Congressman Jeff Van Drew, and ask them to visit our program and tell them that we need them to advocate for the following:
1. Reauthorize and Strengthen the Older Americans Act (OAA)
2. Increase Funding and Support for Senior Nutrition Programs
3. Expand Access and Social Connection for Older Adults
Cuts to the Older Americans Act will directly impact Meals on Wheels of Ocean County and result in loss of services. We deliver 1,000 meals daily to our homebound, food insecure, economically dis-
advantaged, and socially isolated seniors as well as host our Stafford Community Cafe and Outreach Services. Our seniors cannot afford to lose their daily meals as well as the all-important wellness and safety check we provide every day. The results of a recent survey conducted among all our participants shows:
• 97% are satisfied with the quality and variety of food
• 69% of participants DO NOT have a hot meal on days meals are not delivered
• 99% feel more confident living independently receiving home delivered meals
• 98% eat a more balanced diet due to meal delivery
• 95% receiving daily home delivered meals make them feel less lonely
• 62% report less doctor visits and hospitalizations due to our services
The numbers don’t lie, Meals on Wheels delivers a major impact in Ocean County!
The Berkeley Times welcomes your special announcements! Engagements, Weddings, Births, Birthday Wishes, etc. Please call 732-657-7344 for more details!
Real Estate
House For Sale - 1791 Mount Everest Road. 2BD, 1 Bath. $245,000. Holiday City Silverton. Call Mike, 732-762-3952. No text. (38)
For Sale
General dental practice for saleEstablished office over 50 years in South Jersery, Ocean County/ Jersey shore area. 2023 annual gross $275,000, 2 1/2 days a week. 3 ops, fully equipped in a professional rented office building with parking. Digital xray, sterilization and lab area. Reception area and waiting room. TMJ, Invisalign, cosmetic dentistry. Pay $2500 rent. Asking $325,000. Any interest, send questions to dentalofficeinquiry@gmail.com. (37)
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CRAFTSMAN SNOW MACHINE24 inch used twice. Gas. $250 OBO. Cost 850. 718-948-6968. (36)
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Items Wanted
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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)
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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)
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PHOTO OF THE WEEK
A picture-perfect day along the jetty in Barnegat Light. Tuckerton resident James Gallo had his camera handy – now he and his family are heading to Six Flags Great Adventure, courtesy of Jersey Shore Online. Want to win tickets? Email your shore pix to photos@jerseyshoreonline.com and you may get lucky!
Halloween Home Decorating Contest
BEACHWOOD – Register early for the Beachwood Recreation Halloween Home Decorating contest. Judging will be done
during October 25 to 27. Registration deadline is October 19. For more information, email recreation@beachwoodusa.com.
Responsible Pet Waste Disposal Will Protect Water Quality
NEW JERSEY– As the summer weather brings more opportunities to enjoy time with our pets, New Jersey American Water is asking all pet owners to take a moment to ‘paws’ and protect our water! Animal waste disposal is often overlooked, but the company is reminding pet owners that its harmful properties can cause pollution in creeks, rivers, and lakes if not handled properly. These pet waste pointers can help New Jerseyans and their furry friends be sure that our bodies of water remain free from pollution.
“Pet waste isn’t just an annoyance to your shoe. It also impacts the water quality of surrounding waterways,” said Laura Norkute, Director of Water Quality and Environmental Compliance at New Jersey American Water. “When not disposed of properly, pet waste introduces harmful nutrients and pathogens into our source water. This not only affects source water quality but also makes drinking water treatment more challenging and costly. The best defense is to consistently clean up after your pets do their business and to dispose of their waste in garbage bins.”
New Jersey American Water provides the fol-
lowing tips for disposing of pet waste properly:
1. Bag it, bin it. Carry a plastic bag on every walk with your pet. You can even use compact, refillable bag dispensers that attach to your dog’s leash. After picking the waste up, dispose of it in the nearest trash can - never in a storm drain!
2. Boundaries during business. Ensure your pet does their business at least 200 feet away from any water body.
3. Bark for bags. Take advantage of courtesy bags and disposal boxes provided in many parks and recreational areas. If your park doesn’t already have these, ask your town to install them!
“Summer is a great time for fun with our pets, but when dogs do their duty, we can’t forget our duty to the environment,” said Norkute. “It’s simple to pick up after our pets; by doing so, we can contribute to cleaner water bodies for everyone!”
For more information regarding pet waste management, visit the Environmental Protection Agency’s website at epa.gov. Additional watershed protection tips can be found on New Jersey American Water’s watershed protection webpage.
FUN & GAMES SUDOKU
CROSSWORD PUZZLE
1 Have a sudden inspiration? 2 Jicama, e.g.
New Age artist who often sings in Irish
Five-star
Cruz known as the “Queen of Salsa”
Completed
Some plant-based patties
“Star Trek” creator Roddenberry
After-school org.
“The Bachelor” flower
Tours of duty
Word in many California place
NAACP co-founder Du Bois
Radar or sonar 6 Is a bad dog by the dinner table, say 7 Run for the hills
Broadcast
Guitar player such as Este Haim or Kim Deal, e.g.
Asana expert
Get even for
Beach house, maybe
Not casual
Risk territory that borders Siberia
Squares up
Bothnian Bay country
__ pro nobis
Place to unwind on a train
Textbook divisions
Comeback
Vidalia bulb
“I’ve got it!”
Contraption
Low digit
Expected
Ripsnorters
Sharp blows
Capital near the Great Divide
Oozes with
Atop
Kitten’s cries
Jogging pace
“By that logic ... “
Ginormous
Shabu-shabu noodle, often
Actress Thurman
Voting rights activist Abrams 27 Facial venue 28 Word in many California place names
Come together
ARIES (March 21-April 19): You may engage in fun but not extreme physical activities with a partner or loved ones to derive the most pleasure from your day. Whether you go do something adventurous or something more calming, your energy should find an appropriate outlet.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Develop and fuel a long-range vision of comfort and abundance. Regardless of your age or generation, it might be a good time to save for the future. Consider upgrading your prospects by contributing to savings or making wise purchases.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): This week, remember that your actions may truly shine and speak volumes. A genuine act of kindness or generosity will always mean more than just sweet words. It might not be necessary to go overboard or be extravagant to be impressive.
CANCER (June 21-July 22): You may benefit from embracing generosity by distributing abundance and good fortune with others. Your judgement and business sense may be enhanced if you have a trusted partner to rely upon, and a helper to make key decisions.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): The sum of the parts may be greater than the whole. Every minor act of benevolence and goodwill you engage in this week could fortify bonds of friendship, enhance your reputation, and weave you more tightly into the fabric of your community.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Think about spending your extra funds on altruistic acts or by indulging in life’s little luxuries. Keep an eye out for genuine connections that might come into your world. A new friend might spark your enthusiasm or inspire
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BY JERALDINE SAUNDERS
OMARR’S ASTROLOGICAL FORECAST
your creativity.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Kindness is like a boomerang – send it out, and it finds its way back to you from one source or another. Achieving an agreeable compromise, however, may be an art. In the week ahead if a deal doesn’t look or feel right, consider if it is okay to walk away.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Should you be fortunate enough to achieve success and ascend to great heights, it is only right to offer a helping hand to elevate someone else. Someone might be more than willing to form a deeper relationship with you or snuggle a little closer.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Kindness and being agreeable could go a long way towards pleasing people, although a little friendly competition might spice things up in a fun way. Solve nagging financial problems with simple and practical changes.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): In the week ahead, think about channeling your efforts into pursuits that could generate financial gain. Devise strategies, contemplate, and research, then bide your time for the optimal moment to begin significant new endeavors.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Focus on honing your leadership skills. You may strive to a positive example of diligence that inspires emulation. When you share your aspirations with others, you may garner support, which in turn can propel you further toward achieving your goals.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Keep everyone’s spirits high and spread kindness, even if things don’t go as planned or someone lets you down. You may have a special touch for making your home feel cozy and elegant, sprinkle a little of that magic around. (c) 2024 TRIBUNE CONTENT AGENCY, LLC.
