JOINT BASE SOLDIERS VISIT SCHOOL
By Bob Vosseller MANCHESTER –
There were plenty of smiles, snacks and stories shared by service personnel of Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst (JB-MDL) who visited a township school for a special program.
Superintendent Diane Pedroza noted that “the Manchester Township School District cherishes our partnership with JB-MDL) and their recent visit was an extra special.”
Students enjoyed the visit by the JB-MDL Hispanic Heritage Committee who chose to interact with students at Manchester Township Elementary School before National Hispanic Heritage Month comes to a close.
The students always get excited when the soldiers come to visit. While they are all based out of JB-MDL they hail from different branches
County
By Bob Vosseller
TOMS
RIVER
Geeks Out At FanNation Hospital Celebrates 4 Decades Lakehurst Downtown Needs Sprucing Up
– For nearly a decade, FanNation has been bringing a “Geekstravaganza” to the Toms River branch of the Ocean County Library. The free event provides a multi-media convention for fans of science fiction, comic books, fantasy, horror, anime and much more and this year was no exception. Families could be seen
Photo courtesy Manchester Schools
By Bob Vosseller
LAKEHURST – Why does Lakehurst look so dumpy? That question and opinion was expressed by a borough resident during the latest council meeting.
Bruce Margeson attends most Borough Council meetings and local events. He is known for his devotion to the community and blunt commentary on what he sees as positive actions in the borough and areas that need some attention and improvement. He was named Citizen of the Year in 2022.
His latest visit to a meeting of the governing body included many personal observations which he expressed with some passion.
A soldier from Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst enjoys snack time with students from the Manchester Elementary School for an activity concerning National Hispanic Heritage Month. of the military and excel in different specializations, so the students love to learn about their lives.
The soldiers spent time in kindergarten and first grade classrooms answering questions about where they work, where they live, what they do for the military, what their favorite snacks are, what their favorite
sports teams are, and other important questions.
CS2 Morrison is a chef with the U.S. Navy. He spoke to the students
“A month ago, I brought before the board the former Frankie’s Repair Shop that there were a lot of tires laying around out there and containers still full of garbage. The only thing they did was move them from the outside door. Other than that nothing has been done over there. What exactly does our code officer do?” Margeson asked.
“What is his responsibility,” the
making a nautical themed I spy bottle. In the Discovery Room you could also enjoy a Tinker Fairy storytime that featured stories, games and a meet and greet with a Tinker Fairy. FanNation also featured the return of some old favorites such as the crimson haired mermaid who also provided some stories, games and greeted young people with
tales and her tail.
A popular annual feature is the scavenger hunt. This year, eagle-eyed attendees scoured the book shelves for dragon eggs that could net you a treasure from a prize box in the front lobby.
Mancini Hall was the place to be for Star Wars fans. The Star Wars Costuming club Saber Guild Corellia presented a
By Stephanie Faughnan BRICK
- Forty years ago, Brick Hospital opened its doors as a small 120-bed community medical center.
Today, Hackensack Meridian Ocean University Medical Center (OUMC) has grown into a 357-bed facility and is part of a network recognized for excellence by U.S. News & World Report
To celebrate its 40th anniversary, OUMC hosted a large community event, transforming its grounds into a
lively gathering for residents, hospital staff, and families. The celebration featured a wide range of activities, with something for everyone to enjoy. It also allowed the medical center to showcase its advances in medical technology and care.
The event included interactive exhibits with demonstrations of the hospital’s robotic-assisted surgery technology. OUMC has two da Vinci robots for minimally invasive surgery
celebrate a birthday.
about the importance of his job providing nutritious meals to the Navy soldiers. Morrison shared that he also specializes as a pastry chef making him an extra important person on their culinary team when it comes time to
resident asked. “As I ride around this town, I see areas that are way out of control with the grass. John’s Landscaping, the guy who bought it, looks disgusting. It really bothers me when I see the town getting grubbier and grubbier and more and more empty stores. Go downtown and look at what we got.”
Margeson suggested the members of council, “go over to the circle; there are empty stores everywhere. Is there some action that can be taken? Union Avenue is just a speedway and so it is hard to get people to stop and shop in our area.”
“I don’t know what it is but the business leaves. The deli has a cracked window in the door since the last guy left two years ago. Nothing gets repaired and the town is looking shabby to say it politely,” he went on to say.
In referring to the code enforcement officer, Margeson said, “That is my concern, we pay this guy from Manchester and he comes through my development at 20
Ayala, a soldier with the US Air Force, engaged students with stories of her travels around Europe and the Pacific. They loved hearing about the multiple languages she and her family speak and how her children were born overseas.
School officials said MTES military-connected students were thrilled to share
miles per hour and is gone. I don’t know what he looks at and I don’t know what his responsibilities are in town to make sure that things are being done beyond obvious things like a building falling down. What does he really do for that money?”
“He must be blind because he’s not observing anything. That is just my opinion now and I am told by people ‘Why does Lakehurst look so dumpy?’ What am I going to say to them? It used to be dumpy, dirty, grubby town then it got cleaned up.
It was a nice-looking town for a long time, now it seems like it is going full circle back to a deserted, grubby, dusty, dirty old town,” he added.
“I hate saying this because I love Lakehurst, my grandsons live here and they go through the school system and I want them to get an education. The town just looks grubbier and grubbier and it is not fair to Lakehurst. Is there anything that can be done to brighten up the town or businesses that can be brought into town?” he asked.
Council President Steven Oglesby chaired the night’s meeting in the absence of May-
their stories with the soldiers and classmates during the visits and that there were stories told by Manchester’s students who also live on JB-MDL.
There are students who have parents and family members currently serving. Some of them are deployed and the children spoke about how they look forward to them coming home.
or Harry Robbins. He said, “unfortunately the old hardware store (on Union Avenue) being abandoned - that is beyond our control until we get somebody else in and it does make it look very shabby.”
“That would require an appearance before the Land Use Board anyway with anything that would go in there,” Councilwoman Bernadette Dugan said.
“On the other side of that building that has the snow fence around it we did notice that owner to clean it up and he did put the snow fence up because the Land Use Board did not approve his plan so I don’t know if he is trying to sell it or not.”
“He should be required to at least paint it,” Margeson said.
Borough Clerk Maryanne Capasso said that the owner of the gas station was issued a warning from code enforcement and later a ticket.
“We have to follow the process,” Dugan added.
Borough Attorney Casandra De Stefano explained, “it does take a while. The property owners get summonses and
Soldiers participated excitedly in the students’ snack time, assisted in classroom crafts and lessons, read to the students, and overall provided another very special visit to the Manchester Township School District. “We look forward to welcoming them again throughout the school year for the Reading Buddies Partnership Program, soon,” Pedroza said.
Lakehurst resident Bruce Margeson told officials about the need for the community to clean up its downtown area. Council President Steven Oglesby is seen seated at left joined by Borough Attorney Casandra DeStefano and Councilman Brian DiMeo.
initially get warnings and time to remedy the problem.”
“There is a criterion for the code enforcement officer and violations are broken down into categories. If there is any health hazard or imminent health hazard, they don’t have any time at all - they have to fi x it immediately. If its urgent but not emergent, I think they are given two weeks and if it is a normal thing they are usually given 30 days,” the Council President explained.
Photo by Bob Vosseller
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children’s padawan training class allowing for young Jedi Knights to learn how to properly use their light sabers while “using the Force” to defend themselves from the dark side.
The USS Challenger, the Jersey Shore chapter of Starfleet: The International Star Trek Fan Association also beamed down to the Hometown Dairy room to provide a Sci-Fi Roundup of the best and the worst science fiction entries of 2024 covering the subjects of “Dune II,” “International Space Station,” “Kingdom of The Planet of The Apes,” “Alien: Romulus” and “Furioso” among others.
That panel also explored the newest season of Doctor Who, the final season of Star Trek Discovery, the second season of the SyFy Channel series The Ark and the mixed reaction to Disney Plus’s Star Wars: The Acolyte which was not renewed for a second season.
Both clubs showcased their respective group activities and backgrounds seeking new recruits at organization tables in the magazine area. For more information on the USS Challenger visit usschallenger.org or e-mail beamaboard@aol.com. For those wanting to explore the Star Wars universe the Saber Guild can be reached by visiting saberguild.org. Cosplay was a big part of the yearly event with a number of attendees in costumes ranging from superheroes
to many Japanese Animation (Anime) favorites. Among them was Toms River residents Rita Zagaclo who came as Youko Kurama from the anime series YuYu Hakusho. This marked her second year at FanNation.
Her friend Katherine Palazzo came dressed as Pirate Jacqueline, a character she created herself and who sported a wyvern, a particular type of small winged dragon as opposed to a parrot. She provided an extensive back story for her character and how she came to find her winged companion and how she became enamored by pirates at a young age.
Both young ladies put some creativity into their costumes. While the pirate costume was purchased at a Spirit Halloween store, the dragon and other parts of it were purchased elsewhere while Zagacki made hers from various items and found a special parasol that her character often sports.
Rosemarie McCroy, 12, stopped to pose behind a photo board that was set up for fans to record themselves for posterity. She was dressed in red as character Millie, an imp from the cartoon Helluva Boss.
Her mom Gina Musella said that her daughter was on her way to the Green Room that featured a crash course on how to play Dungeons & Dragons - a popular tabletop roleplaying game. “She needed red makeup and we made some of her costume with red tights and a 3-D printer.”
A highlight of the day was the giveaway cart that rolled out at 12:30 featuring discarded graphic novels and manga books. The free graphic novels and comics went fast and featured a variety of material ranging from Batman to Thor to League of Extraordinary Gentlemen.
There was an anime trivia contest formatted after the popular “Who Wants to be a Millionaire?” game show held in Mancini Hall. There was also an
Escape Room adventure featuring a time traveler who misplaced his key to his time machine. Activities included kokeshi doll decorating, fandom coaster designing, creating your own Pokemon ornament, 3D printing nerdy objects, button making, reusable bag creating and you could also make your own FanNation memorabilia from 3D pens. The day concluded with the annual Cosplay contest where you could represent your fandom and win prizes.
Photo by Bob Vosseller
Rosemarie McCroy, 12, poses at the Toms River Library during FanNation portraying the character Millie from the Helluva Boss show.
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and a separate robot used for knee replacement. They are in the process of purchasing another robot designed to assist in spinal surgeries.
Guests had the chance to observe how the cutting-edge surgical robots work, with even small children sitting by the controls as though playing a fun video game.
Dr. Thomas R. Lake, a colon and rectal surgeon for 23 years, watched as curious onlookers came to check out the robots on display. He said he has performed over 1,000 robotic bowel surgeries and shared the benefits of the technology.
“Patients have less pain and a quicker recovery overall,” said Lake. “They’re getting out of the hospital in two days versus five days; returning to work in three weeks versus eight weeks. It’s a big difference.”
out tremors for smoother, more accurate procedures.
Event attendees had a chance to meet three members of the Ocean County Sheriff ’s Office K-9 unit and Sangria, the white horse from the Sheriff ’s Office. They also had the opportunity to get an up-close look at Hackensack Meridian’s medical helicopter.
Mike Alessi, a paramedic, explained that he works alongside a pilot and a flight nurse to provide critical transport by helicopter.
“The helicopter is equipped with essential hospital-grade equipment,” Alessi said, pointing out the on-board ventilator, an EKG monitor, and a device that measures oxygen levels in the body.
“We’re the only air medical program in the state of New Jersey that carries whole blood,” he added.
For hospital staff, the anniversary was more than just a celebration - it was a chance to reflect on decades of growth and camaraderie. Frank Citara, MBA, president and chief hospital executive, said the hospital’s affiliation with Hackensack Meridian has been instrumental in its development.
operating room, and overall, throughout the campus.”
Citara added that there are plans to increase the bed capacity at the medical center, as well as expansions within both oncology and surgical services. The impetus for investments has been the growth of the population, with a significant number of local residents moving from part-time to full-time status after the pandemic.
OUMC is a teaching hospital that began its residency program in 2018 with 20 residents. “Now we have 122 across all different specialties,” said Citara. “We hope to get them acclimated in the community and hope they want to stay with Hackensack Merdian.”
The hospital also partners with the nursing programs at Ocean County College and Georgian Court University and 60 nurses and other students are there almost every day, from September through May.
around. It’s more than a workplace - it’s a family.”
Almost on cue, hospital worker Argenidada Lopez came to greet Souchek with a big smile. He introduced Lopez as an “esteemed environmental worker” and was quite happy to wish her a happy birthday.
Souchek said he grew up in Brick and recalled past fundraising events when the facility was a “very small sleepy hospital.” He said he’s enjoyed the hospital reaching university status (in 2021), watching its growth, and seeing the evolution of the level of service and clinical programming.
As part of its ongoing commitment to the community, OUMC partnered with Fulfill, a local food bank, to collect food donations during the event. Visitors brought canned goods and non-perishable items to contribute to Fulfill’s mission of fighting hunger in the region.
Robotic surgery offers surgeons enhanced precision and comfort. With ten times magnification, it provides superior visualization, and wristed instruments allow for movements similar to open surgery. Surgeons can sit comfortably at a console, reducing strain, while the system fi lters
Many of OUMC’s long-term employees attended the celebration, reminiscing about the hospital’s transformation. Ken Souchek, Vice President of Operations, who has worked at OUMC for over three decades, reflected on his time there. “I’ve been here for 32 years, and the people have kept me Hospital:
“Once we merged with Hackensack, a lot of investment went on,” said Citara. “In oncology, the heart-vascular center, the
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“As Brick Township and our surrounding towns have grown rapidly over these past few decades, Ocean University Medical Center has always progressively served the needs of our region,” noted Brick Mayor Lisa Crate. “We are very fortunate to have the highly recognized OUMC as part of our neighborhood fabric.”
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EDITORIAL
States To Watch In November – Part 3
As we wind down to the last month of this exhausting election cycle, I take another long look at states that might have some changes in leadership after November 5.
The previous editorials have examined Florida (slightly more competitive than you’d expect), Arizona (toss-up) and Montana (Dems will likely lose a Senate seat).
Georgia
Democrats have been trying to lay claim to this state for years. Their fundraising messages keep saying that if they have a little more money, they can do it. For whatever that’s worth.
Most polls have Trump with a slight lead in Georgia, so he’s in the best position to win its 16 Electoral votes.
Let’s look at some recent elections.
In 2016, Trump won Georgia 2,089,104 to 1,877,963. It was closer than anyone expected.
In 2018, Brian Kemp’s 1,978,408 votes for governor barely beat Stacey Abrams’ 1,923,685. Remember, this is the year of the Blue Wave, where Democrats did very well.
In 2020, Biden barely won the state 2,473,633 votes to Trump’s 2,461,854. Also in 2020, Democrat Senate candidate Jon Ossoff lost to Republican David Purdue 2,374,519 to 2,462,617 (a difference of 88,000 votes). However, Georgia has a rule that if it’s too close it goes to a run-off election. Then, Ossoff beat Purdue 2,269,923 to 2,214,979 (56,000 votes). Yes, this is even narrower. No,
it doesn’t make sense.
In 2022’s governor race, it was again Kemp vs. Abrams, and the result was the same but the margin was wider. Brian Kemp got 2,111,572 votes to Stacey Abrams’ 1,813,673 (with no Blue Wave to bolster her).
That same year had Democrat Raphael Warnock’s win over Republican Herschel Walker in a race so close it went to runoff (less than 40,000 votes the first time but almost 100,000 votes the second time).
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. had been on the ballot in this state, but his name was recently taken off. Some people might write him in anyway. I imagine he’ll probably get a few thousand write-ins, which could make a huge difference when everything has been so close lately.
While people thought he would steal votes away from Democrats, his anti-vaccine stance aligns more with conservatives and it’s more likely that he’d steal Trump votes. That’s why he eventually endorsed Trump and tried to withdraw his name from battleground states.
There aren’t any questions on the Georgia ballot that would skew the vote either way, and there are no senate races (Ossoff is up in ‘26 and Warnock is up in ‘28). So, this will truly be a test of whether Harris has made enough in-roads there to keep the state blue.
Nevada
There are 6 Electoral Votes in Nevada, which has been won by Democrats during the last four presidential elections. Biden won Nevada 703,486
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votes to Trump’s 669,890. Clinton won it 539,260 votes to Trump’s 512,058.
In 2022, Democrat Catherine Cortez Masto (498,316 votes) beat Republican Adam Laxalt (490,388) for a Senate seat.
This year’s Senate election is between Democrat Jacky Rosen and Republican Sam Brown. Rosen has been a senator since 2019. Brown has national recognition for his military service, which makes this an interesting race.
Both parties are pouring millions of dollars into the state to try to win the Electoral Votes and the Senate seat.
West Virginia
What? A state as conservative as West Virginia is one to watch this year? Yes, because we need to look at more than just the presidential election.
As I said in a previous editorial, there are 33 senate seats on the ballot this year. Of these, 19 are currently held by Democrats and 10 are currently held by Republicans. All 4 seats held by independents are also up for grabs. One of these is in West Virginia.
Republican Jim Justice has the perfect name for a politician (whether sincere or satirical). He is the current governor, and a multimillionaire from inheriting a coal mining company. He is the favorite to win over Democrat Glenn Elliott. This would be an easy pickup for Republicans in gaining a Senate majority.
Chris Lundy Editor
Mail-in ballots for the November 5th General Election are now available for all registered voters. Voter turnout is expected to be high in the upcoming presidential election, so I encourage you to vote early by mail.
Voting-by-mail is safe and a great way to avoid possible Election Day inconveniences like lines at the polls, inclement weather or scheduling conflicts. To vote by mail, voters
must fi rst complete a voteby-mail ballot application that may be obtained from the County Clerk’s Elections website at MonmouthCountyVotes.com , on the County Clerk’s “Monmouth County Votes” mobile app or in person from either the County Clerk’s Elections Office or your hometown’s Municipal Clerk.
The deadline for voteby-mail ballot applications submitted by mail is Tuesday, October 29. Voters may also apply in-person at the County Clerk’s Elections Office located at 300 Halls
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Mill Road, Freehold, up until 3 p.m. on November 4. Completed ballots may be submitted to the County Board of Elections for counting in person, via mail or at one of the County’s ballot dropbox locations. With more ways and more days to vote, it’s easier than ever to cast your ballot, so why not vote by mail?
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no reports that duplicating votes in districts was a system-wide problem for ES&S. So how was it possible to just happen in Monmouth County and just this one time?
the purchase so that jewelry stores do not become “fences” for stolen jewelry. John Catalano did neither and was fined by Brick Municipal Court.
Nationally the Maga Republican Party continues to claim that election integrity is an important issue, but the Republican Ocean County Commissioners’ purchase of the Election Systems and Software (ES&S) voting system for $10 million in 2023 raises serious questions. The irony is that the ES&S voting system in Monmouth County duplicated the results in six districts in four towns in 2022! And there were
Previously Ocean County used the Dominion Voting System, but Fox News and some former President Trump’s supporters made false claims of election fraud caused by Dominion. Dominion then sued Fox News and Fox News settled for $787.5 million rather than go to trial. Although Ocean County did not experience any issues, the County Commissioners chose to replace Dominion anyway. Needlessly spending $10 million in the process because their political feelings were hurt for a system with questionable integrity! It does not end here.
As reported in the Asbury Park Press , the county prosecutor’s office sent an undercover agent into a Brick jewelry store owned by John Catalano in 2016 to sell him jewelry. By law, the owner is required to obtain identification of the seller and provide a receipt for
Now John Catalano is the Ocean County Deputy Clerk! The Ocean County Clerk’s office oversees elections! How did John Catalano get the position of Deputy County Clerk when he did not have the background for it and had this conviction in his background?
When John Catalano filled out the employment form, did he indicate that he committed this violation of law?
Now Ocean County has a voting system that has questionable integrity and a person overseeing the elections with a background of questionable integrity. If this does not look like a problem waiting to happen, I do not know what does.
It is time to break this cycle of nonsense and time to elect Regina Discenza for Ocean County Commissioner!
Joseph
Lamb Campaign Manager/ Treasurer
Considering the divisive and negative rhetoric of our political climate, and as citizens of a free democracy, it is important to stay focused on the truth. Unfortunately, when the media portrays our political candidates with their own political agenda in play it is especially important to fact check what we speak about and post on media so we don’t flame the fi re of hate that is so prevalent in our society.
I was shocked and saddened when reading the recent letter to the editor by a former congressional candidate titled, “Why Hate Trump?” And to say “To be fair and impartial, he’s pretty much the worst person on the planet, and the worst President in history just based on his actions” is your opinion but consider how that statement leads to divisiveness and hate. Let’s get back to being “human” beings and spread love, grace, and mercy to all.
Diane Trampler Whiting
Legislators Speak Out Against Utility Rate Increases
CAPITOL COMMENTS
9th Legislative District
Senator Carmen F. Amato, Jr.
Assemblyman Brian E. Rumpf
Assemblyman Gregory Myhre
TRENTON - Senator Carmen Amato, Jr.,
Assemblyman Brian E. Rumpf, and Assemblyman Gregory E. Myhre submitted testimony to the Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities committee concerning the unconscionable rise in electricity costs for residents in District 9.
“In a state where the cost of living is already prohibitively high, these rate increases are pushing many residents into deeper fi nancial distress, and it is unsustainable,” wrote the Delegation. “This is especially true for senior citizens and individuals living on fi xed incomes who comprise a considerable segment of our constituency and are the most vulnerable to these hikes.”
Assemblyman Rumpf testified at the hearing on behalf of the Delegation to express their opposition to the excessive electricity and natural gas rate increases while calling on the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities to step up and protect ratepayers.
In his testimony, Assemblyman Rumpf remarked that the state’s flawed Energy Master Plan is the root cause for the serious affordability issues ratepayers are encountering. To reduce energy costs, the Assemblyman emphasized the glaring need for New Jersey to step up investment in natural gas and nuclear energy. Assemblyman Rumpf also noted his concerns that excessive energy costs have a disparate impact on the 9th Legislative District which has the largest number of seniors in the state.
The full text of the written testimony is below:
“Protecting Ratepayers From Unconscionable Utility Rate Increases
“This testimony represents our Delegation’s formal and continued work to help fi nd solutions for constituents who have raised serious concerns about excessively high electricity costs.
“Our Delegation is already on the record opposing excessive electricity and natural gas rate increases, as outlined in several letters to the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (BPU), most notably on February 5 and June 25 of this year.
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“We’ve heard from numerous constituents who are struggling with higher electricity bills from Atlantic City Electric and JCP&L. It is imperative that these summer rate increases be analyzed to prevent similar fi nancial hardships from occurring in the future.
“In a state where the cost of living is already prohibitively high, these rate increases are pushing many residents into deeper fi nancial distress, and it is unsustainable. This is especially true for senior citizens and individuals living on fi xed incomes who comprise a considerable segment of our constituency and are the most vulnerable to these hikes.
“To be clear, utility companies are passing costs onto ratepayers, and it is unconscionable. As utility companies take more of our hard-earned income, we should not lose sight of the fact that the BPU has
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“We believe it is the core responsibility of this Legislature to reexamine its energy priorities to ensure affordable utility rates for all New Jerseyans.
“To that end, our Delegation wholeheartedly believes that it is in the best interest of all our constituents to address these rate increases and consider the serious fi nancial hardship that many New Jerseyans are experiencing.
“Thank you for your time and consideration. We remain committed to advocating for solutions that protect both the fi nancial stability of New Jerseyans and the reliability of the services they depend on.”
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MTES Screams For Ice Cream
Graphic Artist Adriana Miranda
Distribution Manager Laura Hoban
Sales Manager Lorrie Toscano
Layout Designer Julia Wilkens
MANCHESTER – The MTES Book Fair and Ice Cream Social was in full swing at Manchester Township Elementary School!
The MTES teachers, staff , and PTA members were scooping with a smile a wide variety of ice cream flavors, excitedly offering toppings galore, and of course, adding sprinkles on top!
Upstairs, the Media Center was buzz-
Photo courtesy Manchester Schools ing with excitement as families gathered together at the MTES Scholastic Book Fair. Students were picking out their next favorite book, fi shing for prizes, and helping to raise money for their school through this great fundraiser! Thank you to the families who came out to pack the fi rst MTES family event of the year and to our staff and PTA members who helped to make it a great one!
Crestwood Village 5 Resident Club’s $3,000 Bingo Extravaganza
WHITING – Crestwood Village 5 is hosting a $3,000 Bingo Extravaganza on October 26 at Village 5 Hilltop Clubhouse, 325 Schoolhouse Road.
Doors open at 2:30 p.m. Selling begins at 4 p.m. Admission package is $40 and includes
all $3,000 payouts. Jackpot: $150, $250, $800. Includes in admission package. Kitchen opens at 3 p.m. serving hot and cold food, deserts. For questions or more information, call Anthony at 732-674-2260. All sales finals. No refunds.
Food Trucks, Vendors And A Bon re Provides Fall Fun
By Bob Vosseller
LAKEHURST – The weather is changing as we enter the season of autumn and the cool breeze was felt recently along the borough’s Lake Horicon for the Borough Fire Company’s special event.
A variety of food truck vendors were spread out around the parking lot of the lake for the
enjoyment of residents and visitors.
Firefighters closely monitored a bonfire that lit up the sky that evening toward the culmination of the event that was designed to bring the community together and allow the fire company members to meet, greet and communicate with residents about fire prevention and what they do to keep the municipality safe.
Lakehurst UMC Presents Movie Club
LAKEHURST – Lakehurst UMC presents Movie Club every Friday, September through October, beginning at 4:30 p.m.
The featured movie is: “The Chosen.” This is a free event with snacks included. The Lakehurst UMC is located at 204 Elm Street, Lakehurst.
Manchester Democratic Club
Monthly Meeting
MANCHESTER – Join like-minded residents of Lakehurst, Manchester and surrounding towns for the club’s monthly meeting.
The next meeting will be on October 19 at
the Presbyterian Church, 101 Orchard Street, Lakehurst. They are an active and growing club that gets stuff done! Doors open at 9:30 a.m. for social time; meeting starts at 10 a.m.
Photo by Denise Maynard
Several attendees of the Lakehurst Fire Company Food Truck event watch the sparks fly at dusk at Horicon Lake.
Manchester Police Raising Funds For Cancer
MANCHESTER – October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness, supporting research, and honoring those affected by breast cancer. This month, we come together as a community to educate, inspire, and take action in the fight against this disease. Early detection is key - regular screenings and self-examinations can save lives.
Starting now, you can purchase exclusive Manchester Police HOPE t-shirts and sweatshirts our Farro’s Tees webstore, with a portion of the proceeds going to support David’s Dream & Believe Cancer Foundation
The David’s Dream and Believe Cancer Foundation is a nonprofit organization that provides financial assistance, wellness services, and hope to families affected by a cancer diagnosis. By purchasing your HOPE gear, you’re not only showing support for the fight against breast cancer, but you’re also directly contributing to helping local families in need.
Get your HOPE apparel today by ordering from the webstore and join in making a difference! Every sale helps come together as a community for a great cause: stores. farrostees.com/manchester_police_hope/ shop/home.
Bereavement Support Group
WHITING – The group welcomed seven new members at the September meeting. The next meeting is on October 25 at 1 p.m. in Deerfield Hall, 6 Congasia Road, Whiting. The meetings are open to anyone in the area not just Village 6 residents. Meeting help members deal with the loss of a family
member, spouse or friend.
Group helps those dealing with group as most of us have dealt with loss in the past. Meetings are free and refreshments are served. You do not have to register you can just show up. For more information, contact Rosie at 732-881-1044.
School Recognizes Breast Cancer Awareness Month
MANCHESTER – October marks the beginning of Breast Cancer Awareness Month and the Manchester Township School District will spend October raising donations and painting the school district pink in support.
Setting October aside nationwide Breast Cancer Awareness Month is an almost 40-year tradition that provides support for patients and their families while raising
awareness about the life-saving importance of early screening.
Maverick the Dragon made his debut at Manchester Township Elementary School (MTES) during their monthly staff meeting! Their mascot was welcomed with excitement and eagerly joined in on the staff photo to also show support and help raise awareness during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Boscov Days Passes Available At Deer eld Hall Crestwood Village 6
WHITING – The Women’s Club is selling the $5 passes for the Boscov Days Sale on October 22 can be used in store or online.
You can pick up the passes on Mondays from 10 to 11 a.m. at Deerfield Hall, 6 Congasia Road, in Whiting or call Adrianne at 201-294-0608.
Manchester Recreation Presents: “Big Fish”
MANCHESTER – Be the hero of your story and get your tickets for Manchester Recreation’s adult theatre production of “Big Fish.”
The shows are October 25 and 26 at 7 p.m. at the Manchester High School Auditorium. Tickets can be purchased at: mtrst.booktix.com.
Crestwood Village 1 Halloween Dance
WHITING – Crestwood Village 1 presents their 3rd Annual Halloween Dance on October 27 from 6 to 10 p.m. Doors open 5:45 p.m. Music by DJ Jimmy B. Set-ups included. BYOB and anything you would like to eat at your table.
Tickets are $10 and are on sale at Crestwood Village 1 Auditorium, 92 Fairway Lane on Tuesday mornings 9 to 11 a.m. Tables can be reserved when tickets are purchased in blocks of eight. Can’t make it on Tuesdays, call Kathy at 281-508-1614.
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Regional Day School Student Of e Month
MANCHESTER – Congratulations to Arianna Aguilar, Regional Day School’s September Student of the Month! Arianna is having a wonderful school year. She is doing excellent in read-
Photo courtesy Manchester Schools ing, and working on her math skills, activities of daily living, and walking. She is always a big help to her teacher. Arianna is a start student. We are so proud of you!
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Lesson About Bu er ies
MANCHESTER – Mrs. Cataldo’s preschool class at Whiting Elementary School has been learning all about the importance of rules and why rules help keep everyone safe and healthy. The class had a very special visitor visit them today to help reinforce this lesson.
Mrs. Rousseau, most well-known in the MTSD for her many years of dedication as a member of our secretarial staff, visited our preschool students with her monarch butterfl ies. Using the butterfl ies to help reinforce the lesson regarding rules, students learned exciting things such as why the butterfly chrysalis has to be still, to help it not fall. They learned about the importance of listening and staying with
their classroom groups because, like the butterfl ies, if there are too many caterpillars in an enclosure at the same time, there won’t be enough resources for them to learn and grow. They learned about being mindful and careful to not knock things over because, for example, if the enclosure is knocked over the butterfl ies can get hurt just like if a classroom friend is knocked over they too can be hurt. They even learned the importance of checking on the caterpillars daily to ensure they have everything they need to thrive and eventually fly.
Thank you to Ms. Rousseau for visiting and sharing your butterfl ies in Mrs. Cataldo’s preschool class.
Holiday Cra And Vendor Fair
WHITING – St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 180 Route 539, Whiting, will host a Holiday Craft and Vendor Fair on October 26 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Vendors may acquire a table for $10 by contacting JoAnn at 609-575-1879. A small door
prize will also be donated by each vendor. The Episcopal Church Women will have the Kitchen Cafe with food, a bake sale, 50/50, door prizes, basket auction. Come and see! All are invited.
Student Breaks School Record For Career Goals
MANCHESTER – Congratulations to Manchester Township High School Junior forward Marisiya Goins for breaking the
school record for career goals! The record was previously held by 2022 graduate Jadyn White!
Pine Ridge South Community Yard Sale
MANCHESTER – Pine Ridge South is hosting a community-wide yard sale on October 12 and 13 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Pine Ridge South, 38 Pine Ridge Boulevard, Manchester; located off Pinewald Keswick Road.
Middle School Student
Recognized At BOE Meeting
MANCHESTER – Manchester Township Middle School (MTMS) is so proud to recognize Jacob Marin in September. Jacob is a talented, hard-working 8th grader who is a member of the drama club and chorus. He had a starring role in the MTMS production of “Finding Nemo Jr.” and other MTMS produc-
tions. This summer, Jacob participated in the Laurita Idol singing competition and placed second. He also played a lead in the Manchester Recreation Department’s show “Mean Girls” this summer.
Congratulations Jacob and thank you for sharing your talents with us all!
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Consistently Wearing Hearing Aids May Reduce Your Risk Of Dying
Hearing loss is highly prevalent, affecting well over a billion people worldwide. In about 25 years, this statistic will double. Many studies have clearly identified hearing loss as a major risk factor for adverse health outcomes including reduced quality of life, depression, dementia, and possibly mortality. Hearing aids are a first line intervention for most individuals with hearing loss. However, the delay in getting “hearing help” can be up to 10 years!
A recent Lancet Study utilized a cross sectional analysis of 9885 adults who participated in the National Health & Nutrition Examination Survey between 1999 and 2012. The association between hearing aid use and risk of mortality was examined among adults with various degrees of hearing loss. Among individuals with hearing loss, the risk of mortality was lower among regular hearing aid users than “never” users of hearing aids. There are many theories proposed to explain the association between hearing loss and mortality. The first possible expla-
nation involves common pathology that affects both hearing and comorbidities leading to death, such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and dementia. A second mechanism is the relationship between hearing loss and frailty. Thus, auditory deprivation resulting from hearing loss might negatively affect brain structure. The bottom line is consistent hearing aid use contributes to improved brain function. Several studies suggest up to a 50% reduction in cognitive decline with consistent hearing aid use. In my opinion, there needs to be additional efforts to improve accessibility and affordability of hearing aids in individuals with lower socioeconomic status.
If you suspect the possibility of HEARING LOSS, don’t be a fool and wait years to get a complete hearing evaluation. Dr. Izzy and his Staff are always available to provide you with honest answers about your hearing health care. Please feel free to contact our office at 732-451-3962 or visit our website at gardenstatehearing.com WE Hear YOU & WE are Here for YOU!
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Healing From The Impact Of Emotionally Immature Relationships
By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
Recently, I had a transformative experience reading Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents: How to Heal from Distant, Rejecting, or Self-Involved Parents by Lindsay C. Gibson. As a voracious reader, I devour several books a month, and this one struck a deep chord, offering a profound understanding of emotionally immature people and their impact on our lives.
Whether it’s a parent, spouse, friend, or an ex, encountering emotionally immature behavior is something most of us deal with at some point or another.
In my work as a pharmacist, I have seen the prevalence of antidepressants and anxiolytics. Many people rely on these drugs, or on alcohol to cope. It’s sad to think that these are needed to navigate life in the presence of emotionally immature relationships without realizing the true source of the distress. If this resonates with you, it’s possible you’re dealing with someone emotionally immature, and understanding this could be the key to your healing journey. Let me pose critical questions that can help you identify emotionally immature behavior:
• Do conversations often revolve around the other person’s experiences, leaving little room for yours?
• When you express vulnerability or distress, do they react dismissively, sarcastically, or superficially?
• Do you get interrupted, or get the sense that your say is unimportant?
• Do minor disagreements lead to defensiveness or overreactions. Do they deny, distort or dismiss?
• When sharing good news, do you walk away
feeling unheard or like your joy was dampened?
Saying “yes” to one or more question indicates that you’re dealing with an emotionally immature person. While you can’t change someone else’s level of maturity, you do have control over who you spend your time with as an adult and the choice to disengage if needed. For me, reading Gibson’s book helped me make sense of the emotional disconnect I’ve felt in certain relationships throughout my life. Many of us have been conditioned to feel that any emotional issue stems from something within ourselves, leading to feelings of guilt, shame, and anxiety. But this book flips that narrative, showing that the source of your emotional struggles might not be you at all. This clarity can lead to healthier coping mechanisms. The realization that certain crutches, whether prescription meds, alcohol, or other forms of escapism, might be used to manage the stress caused by emotionally immature relationships is empowering. Armed with this awareness, you can start to develop more effective coping strategies that center on self-care and emotional health, rather than seeking external fixes. I hope this book impacts you as profoundly as it did me. It is worth every page—or listen.
If you enjoy my blogs, you can explore a wealth of information on my website, where all my archived articles are available. There’s also a more in-depth version of this article on emotionally immature people that I’m sure will fascinate you. Additionally, my site features a handy search box for those curious about any medication, health condition, or herbal remedy I’ve covered. Just visit 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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Educating Our Community On Nursing Home Abuse
By: Michael J. Deem, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates
and respect that they deserve, but with the horrifying rise in nursing care abuse, this is not always the case. According to the National Center on Elder Abuse in the United States, more than 30 percent of all nursing homes in America indulge in some form of resident abuse.
Statistics show that nearly 50 percent of all nursing homes are short staffed. The staff people who do work in these facilities are underpaid, overworked, and all too often overburdened, which in turn leads to elder neglect and abuse.
Even more alarming is the prediction that the problem will only worsen in the near future. More than 91% of nursing homes lack adequate staff to properly care for patients. A Health and Human Services Department report found patients in understaffed nursing homes were more likely to suffer from a variety of problems, such as bed sores, malnutrition, weight loss, dehydration, pneumonia, and serious blood born infections. It’s a serious concern that will only increase with time, given that the population of people aged 85 or older
is expected to double to 8.9 million by the year 2030.
Signs of abuse and neglect may be (but are not limited to) evidence such as patterns of bruising, unexplained injuries, frequent infections, bedsores, questionable hygiene, appearance of malnutrition, emotional distress, and unsanitary living conditions. Document any such evidence you observe, and bring it to the attention of your attorney. Neglect can be just as harmful in the long run as abuse, leading to additional health problems and possibly death. Nursing home abuse isn’t limited to physical abuse; there can also be emotional, verbal, and psychological abuse, where an elder is demeaned or humiliated in other ways.
Many elders needlessly suffer from nursing home abuse in which they are manipulated, humiliated, or physically harmed by the very people entrusted with providing them with loving and tender care. Instances of physical, sexual and verbal abuse have taken place at the very nursing homes where elders are actually supposed to be well taken care of; unfortunately, cases of nursing home abuse in America and also in New Jersey are rising rather than falling. If you think a loved one is the victim of Nursing Home Abuse call the trial attorneys at R.C. Shea & Associates for a free consultation to discuss their rights.
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Pinelands Symphonic Band Concert
WHITING – The Pinelands Symphonic Band Concert will be held at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 180 Route 539, Whiting, on November 24 at 2 p.m.
Tickets are $10 each and they may be purchased at the door. Refreshments will be served. Call the church office at 732-350-2121, or stop by Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
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is Heavyweight Is An Ecosystem Engineer
By Renee A. Thomaier Retired New Jersey State Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
Where you find water, you’ll find beavers. Exceptionally well adapted to watery habitats, they are well suited to move about effortlessly through their freshwater ecosystems. Their flat paddle-like tail, webbed feet, along with elevated eyes and ears, are only a few of their magnificent specializations that beavers exhibit. They are the largest rodent in North America and Europe. They control woodlands, direct the streams, and in doing so provide for an incredible diversity of organisms.
Beavers have a lifespan of up to 12 years in the wild, with 30 years in captivity. They occupy streams, rivers, lakes and estuaries in wooden areas. Their predators include humans, wolves, foxes, coyotes, and large predatory birds. There are only two species of beaver, the North American beaver and the Eurasian beaver.
Some fun facts – beavers are the second-largest living rodent; they pull heavy loads and carry objects. From their butts (yes, butts) they make castor oil which comes from their back end where small glands are found. Fluid that smells like vanilla (yes, vanilla) smells so good that this juice has been used in vanilla food flavorings. While the damage they cause to their environment is enormous, the benefits are creating biodiversity, increasing plants and animal species’ diversity on land and in water. A beaver’s teeth are super strong, never break or stop growing, so hard things are needed to keep them in shape. They communicate using their tails and they can stay sub-
Ocean County Historical Society’s 36th Annual Holiday, Cra And Collectibles Faire
TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Historical Society’s 36 Annual Holiday, Craft and Collectibles Faire will be on November 3 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Toms River High School South Cafetorium at the intersection of Hooper and Grant. (Use 212 Hooper Avenue with your GPS)
Admission is free! Over 80 quality vendors. The Ocean County Historical and Cultural Pavilion Sponsored by Ocean County Cultural and Heritage. Featuring author William Lewis signing his books about the Pine Barrens. The OCHS famous baked goods table. A very large 5 -50. A snack stands and more!
A great opportunity to start your holiday shopping! Vendor tables are available. Contact Joseph at rjl072001@ gmail.com or 732-998-5934. Additional information and contracts are available on the OCHS website.
merged under water for 6 to 8 minutes. Providing ecosystem services, they are hugely beneficial to the people who live around them. Fertilizing the flood plains, while trapping greenhouse gases and various pollutants, they stimulate biodiversity, creating new habitats for lots of wildlife. In fact, ecologists consider them a keystone species.
In the early 14th century global populations of beavers were almost hunted to extinction. Fur hats were made, until cheaper furs were used. With reintroduction, their numbers have been successfully reintroduced.
April 7 each year is International Beavers Day! Now that’s something to celebrate!
I gathered the information for this article from multiple sources so statistics may vary slightly. To reach me please call 732-244-2768.
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Up one day, down the next
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1 Spike 2 Ragù __ Bolognese
3 Leaner alternative to pork
4 “What?” utterances
5 Anchor’s responsibility
6 Akufo-Addo’s land
7 Marquee evening
8 Continuous newsroom operations
9 Familiar gp. of 50
10 Facetious metaphor for a difficult situation
11 Mountain dangers
12 Big volume
13 They didn’t stop Hannibal
15 Alfred E. Neuman feature
21 Bop on the bean
22 Aptly named jazz work co-written by Charlie “Bird” Parker
24 When repeated, acclaimed Chinese
pianist
25 “I’m here to help” 26 Expected 27 Inexperienced one 28 Legal orders
29 Two before marzo
30 Fog word
32 Pilots start them 34 Twice-baked bread
37 Squirt
38 Metal named for a planet
40 Not pleased
42 In half
43 Shallows craft
44 Social science course, briefly
46 Gene __
47 Prom style, often
48 Turned some ground
49 Active
51 Ontario-based music gp.
52 Self-described “non-musician” Brian
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BY JERALDINE SAUNDERS
OMARR’S ASTROLOGICAL FORECAST
ARIES (March 21-April 19) : Your networking efforts can result in golden opportunities during the week ahead. You may feel pressured to spend money or adapt to new technologies. Friends and reliable advisers may help you make wise decisions.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20) : Clear planning may help you to direct your energies in the right direction in the week to come. An issue about joint finances or possessions may be confusing. All the wrinkles should be able to be ironed out.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): This can be an excellent week to make promises and commitments because other people should want to cooperate. Your judgment and astute observations might help you make a favorable impression on others.
CANCER (June 21-July 22): You may enjoy having your possessions in the week to come, but you are also likely willing to share your material blessings. This is a great week to make a favorable impression on new friends or to participate in group activities.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Your ability to communicate with loved ones may improve as this week unfolds. Other people might be glad to hear your advice due to your charitable attitudes. This is probably a good week to use your influence to ask for favors.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Let your friendliness shine brightly. If you prove yourself to be an eager participant in interactive activities, you could impress even the most rational thinkers. Make realistic family decisions in the week ahead.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Your initiative and enthusiasm can give you an advantage. In a few days your good judgment should be obvious. When you see an opportunity to improve your situation in the week ahead you may want to accept it.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): This is a great week to concentrate on forming enduring relationships and improving existing alliances. It might be easier than usual to discuss joint plans or to easily execute them without rocking the boat.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Your efforts to make your dreams a reality could confuse family members. To avoid scattering your energies like confetti, wait until the middle of the week, when you possibly have better judgment, to make major decisions.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): In the week ahead strive to achieve a balance between doing what is right and doing whatever is necessary to succeed. Your material ambitions could be put on hold when you see an opportunity to be helpful.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Concentrate on achieving clarity by taking time to tune in in the week to come. You may bump into people who may seem unpredictable or controlling but can probably find common ground and arrive at a satisfactory compromise.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You may be at your best in the upcoming week when you can interact with friends and are welcomed as a member of a group. Your people skills can be in top form but an attempt at a new romance could fall short of the mark.
SUGAR AND SPICE MAKE THIS PUMPKIN BREAD EXTRA NICE
By America’s Test Kitchen
PUMPKIN BREAD WITH CHOCOLATE CHIPS
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