Around The Town Tween Minecraft Club Meets at the Stafford Library Location Stafford Branch of the Ocean County Library Address 129 N Main St, Manahawkin, NJ 08050 Phone 609-597-3381 Website www.theoceancountylibrary.org Date Mar 23, 2018 Time 3:30 PM Ages 9-14. New Jersey Decoy Collectors Association 26th Annual Decoy, Art & Hunting Collectibles Show and Sale Location Holiday Inn Manahawkin Address 151 Route 72 East, Manahawkin, NJ 08050 Phone 609-481-6100 Date Mar 24, 2018 Time 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Admission: $5. Children are free. Featured Carver Barry Griffiths. Artifact Display by Bob Seabrook Free Decoy Appraisals. Food and Drink by Hotel Services “Ted Hammock” at The Arlington Location The Arlington Address 13th St. & Long Beach Blvd., Ship Bottom, NJ Phone 609-494-8848 Date Mar 25, 2018 Time 6:00 PM Live music Broadway and Beyond at the Surflight Theatre Location The Surflight Theatre Address 201 Engleside Ave, Beach Haven, NJ 08008 Phone 609-492-9477 Website www.surflight.org Date Mar 31, 2018 Time 7:00 PM Andrew Foote and Adrianne Hick sing many of their favorite tunes in their highly acclaimed show. Their acclaimed performance has been presented all over the world and has headlined on cruise ships. Tickets are $24.50, benefiting Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and our Education Department. There will be a tea with the Easter Bunny at 4 p.m. for small children and their families in Show Place. Spring Stories and Scavenger Hunt at the Little Egg Harbor Library Location Little Egg Harbor Branch of the Ocean County Library Address 290 Mathistown Rd, Little Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08087 Phone 609-294-1197 Website www.theoceancountylibrary.org Date Apr 03, 2018 Time 2:00 PM Ages 4 and older. Please register in person, by calling 609-294-1197, or online at www. theoceancountylibrary.org. Competitive Swim at St. Francis Aquatic Center Location St. Francis Aquatic Center Address 4700 Long Beach Blvd., Brant Beach, NJ Phone 609-494-8861 Website www.stfranciscenterlbi.org Date Apr 07, 2018 Time 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM All participants will be swimming laps for strength and endurance. Ages 8 and older. Murder on the Orient Express Fundraiser Tickets on Sale at Little Egg Harbor Library Location Little Egg Harbor Branch of the Ocean County Library Address 290 Mathistown Rd, Little Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08087 Phone 609-294-1197 Website www.theoceancountylibrary.org Date Apr 21, 2018 Time All Day Fundraiser for the Friends of the Little Egg Harbor Library at Cuisine on the Green. Join us for murder, mayhem and a delicious meal for a good cause. $30 per person. Tickets available at the Little Egg Harbor Library starting April 2. Event is April 30 at 1 p.m.
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INTERFAITH IS SOUTHERN OCEAN COUNTY GEM Interfaith Health & Support Services of Southern Ocean County
program starts with a training program to include; elder sensitivity, listening skills and empathy. After training the students choose an action plan that will give them community service hours. A few of the action plans include taking part serving meals at Ken’s Kitchen and visiting senior centers.
Editor Joe Stroffolino Interfaith. The definition: relating to or between different religions or members of different religions. Yes in this world of religious, cultural and social strife there is Interfaith Health & Support Services of Southern Ocean County. Interfaith is a coalition of different faith communities, social service, and health care organizations. They provide volunteer physical, emotional and spiritual support to those living at home who are vulnerable because of age or disability. More than likely an organization most never knew existed. To further explain I think their mission statement helps: We seek to put God’s love into action by promoting wellness, independence, and alleviation of loneliness and suffering to our vulnerable in need. My hope in writing this is to spread the good news about this Southern Ocean County Gem. What exactly does Interfaith do? Here is a list of some programs Interfaith provides. Parish Nursing Historically, Parish Nursing is a congregational health ministry shaped by Christ’s concern for all aspects of the human condition and directed to the service of the whole person. The Parish Nurse serves as a health educator, resource liaison to community faith Hea ter port Serv lth In Supcean Counices & fO o
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services and health organizations, and a personal health counselor who attends to the body, mind and soul. Parish Nurses provide non-invasive care in their volunteer nursing role as an expression of caring to the community. They may: • Serve as a personal health counselor • Support the family during crisis • Set up an information corner in the church or synagogue • Promote wholeness within the congregation/ community through workshops Intergenerational Program Our program works with 8th grade students at Southern Regional Middle School, who are members of the Student Team Building Youth Leadership Experience Club (S.T.Y.L.E.). This Donations
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1-Stroke Painting Location Pine Street Recreation Center Address 25 Pine St., Manahawkin Email Gina.Maguire@Stockton.edu Phone 609-626-5590 Date Apr 23, 2018 Time 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Stockton Center on Successful Aging offers free classes. Adults older than 54 are invited to participate in these activities, taught by Lois Allen. Registration is required at Gina.Maguire@ Stockton.edu or 609-626-5590.
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Interfaith Health & Support Services is a non-profit organization and registered as such with the State of New Jersey and the federal government. We rely on donations to support our efforts. Your financial support is crucial to allow us to continue our mission. Donations are welcome and are tax deductible. All donations are confidential; no one will be denied service because of inability to donate. If you would like to donate please contact the Interfaith office at: Phone: 609-978-3839 Fax: 609-978-8991 Or mail to the Interfaith Office: Interfaith Health & Support Services 1140 Rt. 72W Manahawkin, NJ 08050
The Alzheimer’s caregiver is often called the hidden, or second, victim of this disease. The Alzheimer’s Respite Program offers caregivers of individuals with AD or related dementia time away from the responsibilities of caregiving and relief from the physical and emotional stress of being a caregiver. In addition, individuals with AD look forward to the visits with a new friend. The focus of this program is to develop and train volunteers to provide this much needed support. Volunteers will be paired with families with a loved one affected by mild to moderate AD. A volunteer will spend time with the individual with dementia, while the family caregiver gets out. This may be in the form of companionship, transportation, or just a few hours away. Since volunteers are not medically trained, they are not able to perform “hands-on” or medical services. Respite visits are a free service and typically take place on a weekly basis, usually lasting anywhere from 2-4 hours per visit, depending upon the needs of the family please see page 6 Corporate Sponsors: The Van Dyk Group Southern Ocean Rotary BSR Physical Therapy Medical Staff of Southern Ocean Medical Center Causeway Family of Dealerships Our Supporters and Partners: Ocean Acres Civic Association The Ocean County Office of Senior Services The Ocean County Office of Senior Services Title III Program The Ocean County Department of Transportation The OceanFirst Foundation Stafford Township Community Development Block Grant United Way of Ocean County The Banner The Sandpaper Soroptomist International of LBI Greenbriar Oceanaire Women’s Club TRUIST Bank of America Medical Staff of Southern Ocean Medical Center
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LOCATION CITY ADDRESS Ocean County Mall Toms River 1201 Hooper Ave. at Ocean County Connections (by JCPenney) The B.E.A.T. Center Toms River 1769 Hooper Ave
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Ocean County Library Toms River 101 Washington Street (Toms River Branch) Ocean County Library (Lakewood Branch) Lakewood 301 Lexington Ave.
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OCEAN COUNTY COLLEGE PROGRAMS LEAD TO REWARDING CAREERS
Environmental Science, Game Development & Design, Information Systems & Information Technology, Mathematics, Physics, Science, and Technical Studies
Discover a world of opportunity awaiting you at Ocean County College! For more than 50 years, OCC, a public two-year community college sponsored by Ocean County and the State of New Jersey, has provided residents with the opportunity to benefit from higher education.
Ocean County College offers a wealth of academic opportunities culminating in one of three degrees: Associate in Arts (AA), Associate in Science (AS), Associate in Applied Science (AAS). OCC also offers the Certificate of Completion and the Certificate of Proficiency. The AA and AS degrees prepare you for transfer to bachelor’s degree programs at four-year colleges and universities. The AAS degree prepares you for immediate employment, although many students transfer successfully. • School of Arts & Humanities: American Sign Language, Communications, Computer Graphics, Digital Photography, Electronic Media Technology, English, Fine Arts, Graphic Design, History, Humanities, Journalism, Languages, Liberal Arts, Performing Arts, Theatre Production, TV/Broadcast Production, and Visual Communications
In addition to courses taken in the major, each program comprises a general education foundation required by two- and four-year colleges and universities. You’ll take courses in communication, computers, humanities, math, science, and social sciences. • School of Business & Social Science: Addictions Counseling, Business, Criminal Justice, Development Disability Assistant, Fire Science, Global Studies, Health & Physical Education, Homeland Security, Hospitality, Human Services, Management, Marketing, Municipal Administration, Political Science, Psychology, Public Service, Social Science, Sociology, Sports Management, and Web Marketing. • School of Nursing & Health Sciences: Nursing and Occupational Therapy Assistant • School of Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics (STEM): Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Computer Technology, Engineering,
You can also complete a Certificate of Proficiency or Certificate of Completion, which are designed to equip you with skills for immediate employment. In general, certificate credits may later be applied to an associate degree in a related field or in general education. Certificate programs are available in Accounting, Addictions Counseling, Administrative Office Management, Bookkeeping, Business Studies, Computer Graphics, Criminal Justice, Fire Science, Information Technology, Nutrition, Legal Secretary, Paralegal Studies, Personal Training, Physical Therapy Aide, Small Business Management, Sports Management, Teacher Aide, Theatre Production, and Visual Communications. For more information on Ocean County College, call 732-255-0400 or visit www.ocean.edu.
SOUTHERN OCEAN MEDICAL CENTER TO HOST COLON CANCER AWARENESS EVENT March 5 - Manahawkin, NJ. In recognition of National Colon Cancer Awareness Month, join us for a colon cancer exhibit and lecture on Thursday, March 29 from Noon to 3:00 p.m. at Hackensack Meridian Health Southern Ocean Medical Center to learn the risk factors and treatment options for colon cancer. One out of every 25 people in the United States will develop colon-rectal cancer. With early detection, the survival rate can be as high as 75 percent. Experience firsthand what colon cancer looks like by taking a walk through a 12 ft. colon and learn how to prevent, treat and beat colon cancer during a lecture with cancer experts. Colorectal take-home kits will be available. The event is free and will be held in the Beach Plum Conference Room at Southern Ocean Medical Center. Lunch will be provided. Register early as seating is limited. • Noon p.m. – 3:00 p.m. – Colon Cancer Exhibit • 1:30 p.m. – Panel Discussion and Screening presented by: Robert Khoo, M.D. Tricia Morino, D.O. Registration is required. Southern Ocean Medical Center is located at 1140 Route 72 West in Manahawkin. For more information and to register, call 1-800-560-9990 or visit HackensackMeridianHealth.org.
Put a Healthy Twist on a Guy’s Night Out By Anne Green On Wednesday, March 21, 2018, men of southern Ocean County will once again be treated to an evening devoted to their personal health and well-being during Hackensack Meridian Health Southern Ocean Medical Center’s Annual Men’s Health Night. The event will take place from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the newly renovated main floor of the hospital in Manahawkin. This free event will feature community resources, health screenings, interactive educational displays, informative lectures, information on a variety of programs and services, and the opportunity to meet and chat with medical experts about men’s health concerns. Light refreshments will be provided. On-the-spot health screenings will include: balance & carpal tunnel, grip strength, blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol, bone densitometry, cholesterol, diabetes, colorectal cancer, head and neck cancer, hearing, sleep, foot, pulmonary functioning, and stroke risk assessment. This evening that is dedicated just for men will also feature lectures about men’s health from some of Southern Ocean’s expert physicians: • 6:p.m - 6:30 p.m. – The Key to a Healthy Heart with Jasrai Gill, M.D.
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Doors open for registration at 5:30 p.m. in the hospital’s main lobby. Southern Ocean Medical Center is located at 1140 Route 72 West in Manahawkin. For more information about Men’s Health Night, call 1-800-560-9990 or visit SouthernOceanMedicalCenter.com.
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WHERE WILL MIKE GESICKI LAND IN THE NFL DRAFT? After a stellar combine where he separated himself from other top tier tight ends, Mike Gesicki’s Draft stock has risen
By Joe Ciminera Penn State completely dominated the NFL combine and tight end Mike Gesicki was a huge part of that. The six-foot-five tight end who ran a 4.54 40-yard dash and leaped up 41.5 inches in the vertical jump at the combine, was one of the top tight ends in the country last season. His on field athleticism and ability to make even the most difficult catches look routine caught the eyes of scouts, but his combine numbers caused their eyes to cartoonishly pop out of their heads. There are some faults in his game that scouts have noticed as well. His blocking ability is sup-par. That is his biggest work in progress which would lead one to believe he’d be drafted by a team looking for a pass catching tight end. His hands and athleticism allowed him to come down with balls over defenders in college, but his lateral quickness to separate himself from an NFL defender is a concern. Much like with Saquon Barkley, all Penn State fans realized Gesicki’s potential. His combine performance reaffirmed that, but will it be enough to propel him into the first round? Here are some of the spots I think Gesicki might go. Round 1, Pick 27 – New Orleans Saints Many experts will tell you that Gesicki is a secondround talent. It could be stubbornness, or a neglect to consider his combine. More than likely though, Gesicki is a first-round talent for the reasons mentioned in the previous slide. As stated, Gesicki’s blocking ability can be overlooked if he catches the right team’s eye. New Orleans may be that team. The Saints will probably bring back tight end Jimmy Graham in free agency, but he’s 31. He is still a serviceable player, and the Saints may see an opportunity to groom Gesicki under him. If they don’t sign Graham, they’ll definitely be looking to draft a tight end. It makes sense then that Saints personell have been sniffing around tight ends at the combine. Gesicki’s biggest challenger to be the first tight end selected is South Dakota State’s Dallas Goedert. If he goes before 27, and the Saints really need a tight end, Gesicki could be the man. If they’re not sold on Goedert, they may still take Gesicki at 27, but more realistically, they’d trade back and get him in the second. New Orleans coach Sean Payton is going to want play-makers, and Gesicki is that. We’ll find out just how impressed he and GM Mickey Loomis are with Gesicki soon enough. Round 1, Pick 32 – Philadelphia Eagles I will shoot you straight, I’m an Eagles fan. Wait, I’ll correct that, I’m a SUPER BOWL CHAMPION Philadelphia Eagles fan. Other than a shiny trophy, the reward for winning the big one is the last pick in the draft. The Eagles aren’t in the worst spot because there will be offensive linemen on the board when they pick, which is a need. They will have their pick of about four or five o-lineman at 32 and they may just grab one. I want them to take Gesicki so badly though. Trey Burton almost certainly on his way out of Philly
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Congratulations Southern Regional Boys Basketball Alum Peyton Wejnert, Class of 2016 (Pace University) on being named “Setter of the Week” for the week of February 18, 2018. Peyton has led Pace with 14.2 points per game this season. Congrats Peyton.
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in free agency. Brent Celek won’t be retiring, but I don’t see the Eagles keeping him around any longer as he is not a threat in the passing game. That leaves the Birds with one of the best tight ends in football, Zach Ertz. Pairing Ertz with Gesicki would give defensive coordinators fits and provide Carson Wentz with another weapon. The Eagles front office may be more concerned with protecting Wentz than giving him another target, so this may just be wishful thinking on my part. A boy can dream. Round 2, Pick 52 – Baltimore Ravens The Ravens need help at just about every skill position. With their first pick, 16 overall, look for them to take Calvin Ridley or another wide receiver. At pick 52, they would be thrilled to grab Mike Gesicki. The Ravens and Joe Flacco averaged only 189.4 passing yards per game last season, and when you have a Super Bowl winning quarterback, that just wont fly. The Ravens need to correct this immediately, and by adding weapons throughout the draft they will be able to. If the combine did one thing for Gesicki it showcased his speed. As I said, his lateral quickness isn’t anything to write home about, but he can get straight down field like a gazelle. Flacco would have fun throwing to a big, fast target who can break big plays. If Gesicki is around at 52, the Ravens would be foolish not to take him. Round 2, Pick 58 – Atlanta Falcons Once again, we have a team that is looking for a play maker. The Falcons have some weaknesses on their offensive line which they may address here, but it will be tough to pass on Gesicki. Much like with the Saints and Brees, the Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan likes a big vertical threat. The issue is, the Falcons have a tight end. Austin Hooper will be entering his third season, and he has shown flashes, but ultimately underwhelmed. He had a 128 yard game week one last season, but didn’t break 50 the rest of the year. I think the Falcons might have a decent receiver or something who takes a few targets away, but with Ryan the more weapons the merrier. The Falcons want to light up the scoreboard each week, and Mike Gesicki would be the best player at that spot to help them do so. victorybellrings.com
Congratulations Southern Regional Boys Volleyball Alum Liam Maxwell, (Belmont Abbey College Men’s Volleyball player) on being named the Conference Carolina Volleyball Player of the Week for the week of February 5th thru the 11th 2018. Good Luck the rest of the season.
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Congratulations Southern Regional Wrestling Alum Chris Crane (Kutztown University - far right) on placing 5th at the at the NCAA Division II East Super Region Championships. Congrats Chris!
Congratulations Southern Regional Wrestling Alum Matt Wilhelm - Cal Poly (Class of 2015) on reaching the Pac 12 Championship finals in the 184lbs weight class in his redshirt sophomore season.
Toms River teacher runs for those who can’t By Kevin Williams,
The 4K for Cancer program will find the group not only running across the country but handing out scholarships, visiting and delivering care packages to cancer patients receiving treatment and raising awareness through various educational events. Since its inception the Ulman Cancer Fund has raised $15 million with $5 million of that coming directly from the 4K for Cancer program.
Jamie Blondina is a 25-year from Toms River who has been an athlete for most of her life. At Toms River High School South she played soccer and basketball but it was lacrosse in which she truly shined and continued while at Rowan University. Blondina ranked 7th in lacrosse program history in points scored when she graduated in 2015, earned All-Conference and All Region honors and received the Joy Solomon Leadership Award. Not long after that she was hired as a health and physical education teacher at Toms River High School East where she also coaches freshman girl’s lacrosse and soccer and junior varsity basketball. Blondina is busy, especially when add in the training she is doing for a fundraiser this summer in which she and about 30 others will team up to run 4,000 miles from San Francisco to Boston in just 49 days. It’s all for the Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults (UCF) which provides support and encouragement to young adults and their loved ones impacted by cancer.
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Blondina has never participated in a long distance run and is going through high intensity interval training for about an hour a day, six days a week. She is basically in a program similar to someone training for a marathon which makes sense when you consider she will run an average of 6 to 16 miles each day during the 49 day trek across the country. As you might imagine there is more than just the running challenge to this. Jamie has a fundraising goal of $7,000. So far she’s raised around $1,700. Donations are tax-deductible. Here’s a link to her fundraising page and the 4K for Cancer website. As she wrote in an email “I run for those that can’t.” www.wobm.com Directions: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper. Combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Add the butter and mix on low speed until the butter is mixed into the flour.
Congratulations Southern Regional Wrestling on having an outstanding 2018 NJSIAA Region 8 Tournament. Matt Barnett (132lbs), Nick O’Connell (152lbs) and John Stout (170lbs) won 1st place in their weight classes while five other Rams placed 4th, (Owen Kretschmer, Sebastian Dellagatti, Dan Gorman, Matt Mackanic, Rob Woodcock) and will join the trio at Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City for the State Individual Championships this weekend from March 2nd to March 4th. Good Luck Rams! #RamPride
Girls Swimming Congratulations Southern Regional Girls Swimming Alum Gabby Cabaron, Class of 2017, (Monmouth University) on placing 2nd in the 100m breast stroke for the highest individual score for the Hawks at the MAAC Championships. Congrats Gabby.
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With a fork, lightly beat the buttermilk, egg, and orange zest together in a measuring cup. With the mixer on low speed, slowly add the buttermilk mixture to the flour mixture. Combine the currants with 1 tablespoon of flour and mix into the dough. It will be very wet.
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4 cups all-purpose flour, plus extra for currants 4 tablespoons sugar 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch dice 1 3/4 cups cold buttermilk, shaken 1 extra-large egg, lightly beaten 1 teaspoon grated orange zest 1 cup dried currants
Dump the dough onto a well-floured board and knead it a few times into a round loaf. Place the loaf on the prepared sheet pan and lightly cut an X into the top of the bread with a serrated knife. Bake for 45 to 55 minutes, or until a cake tester comes out clean. When you tap the loaf, it will have a hollow sound. Cool on a baking rack. Serve warm or at room temperature. 2006, Barefoot Contessa at Home, All Rights Reserved
Congratulations Southern Regional Boys Lacrosse Alum Dylan Jinks on scoring 3 goals in the 2018 season for the Hartford Hawks. Good Luck the rest of the season. #RamPride
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Girls Track & Field Southern regional Girls Track & Field Alum Kristina Raylman placed 2nd in the Pole Vault for Stockton University at the 2017-2018 NJAC Indoor Championships on February 19, 2018. Kristina vaulted 10’6 to take 2nd for the Ospreys.
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Congratulations Southern Regional Alum, Penn State University Alum, Mike Gesicki on being named the 2017-2018 National Football Foundation College Football South Jersey Chapter Player of the Year. He was honored at their 26th Annual banquet in Sunday, March 11, 2018 at the Carriage House in Galloway, NJ. Mike is pictured with Southern Regional Head Football Coach Chuck Donohue Sr.
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Congratulations Southern Regional Girl’s Soccer player Sara Lockwood on her commitment to Misericordia University to continue her education and soccer careers. Sara is pictured with her parent’s Guy and Jeannette, her family and Coach Kaitlyn Hartkopf. Good Luck Sara. #RamPride
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Southern Regional Girls Track & Field Alumni Isabel Barsch & Justine Hosszu have had a solid winter this season for Stockton University. Isabel placed 6th in the weight throw (14.19) at the Dick DeSchriver Invitational for the Ospreys while teammate Justin Hosszu was 5th in the shot put (10.98) at the John Cover Classic. Congratulations Southern Regional High School Track & XC Alumni Kaitlyn Mooney Coast Guard Academy & Nick Nocco Rowan University on being named All Americans at the NCAA Division III Indoor Track Championships. Both Kaitlyn and Nick are on their college’s DMR team for indoor track. The Bears finished 7th & the Profs finished 4th. Both schools DMR teams,were named All Americans. Kaitlyn also placed 5th in the 3k run. She was named an NCAA All American in 2 events at Nationals. #RunWithRamPride
Great job by Southern Athletics reading to Stafford Twp Schools (Ocean Acres & Primary Learning Center) on Friday, March 2, 2018 for Dr. Seuss Day during Read Across America Week. Thank you to both the Stafford Twp and Southern Regional school districts for giving our student athletes the opportunity to represent the Southern Athletic Program. #RamPride
Congratulations Southern Regional High School Athletics on placing 2nd at the USPF New Jersey State Powerlifting Championships on Saturday, March 10, 2018 at St. Joseph High School in Hammonton, NJ. The team is coached by Southern Regional Alum Dylan Larson (Class of 2008). Attached is information on the athletes in their respective weight classes. 132-Devin Scucci (1st) Pete Fabian (2nd) 148-Rob Gagliardi (3rd) 165-John Dolphin (1st) 198-Zach Otte (2nd) 220-Joe Miele (1st) - Sebastian Cervetto 242-Mike Levine 275-Terrick Grace (2nd) SHW -Jayden Smith (3rd) Female - Lauren Bakker (2nd)
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Congratulation goes out to Molly Jo Collins and Riley Collins!
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Congratulations #SRHSWrestling Alum Zach Wilhelm on advancing to the semi-finals of the NCAA Division III Nationals in Cleveland, Ohio. Zach placed 4th in the 157 weight class. Zach was named an All American for the 2nd consecutive year for Stevens Institute of Technology #RamPride
Molly recently scored her 1,000th point for Donovan Catholic. After a tough start at 2-3, Donovan Catholic reeled off 18 wins in a row to share the division crown with Manchester (a top-15 team in the state). After an injury to a key member of their starting lineup, Molly shined in the state tournament. In a win over Mount Saint Mary, she scored 22 points, but she saved her best varsity performance for her last game. Needing only 9 points to reach the 1,000 point milestone, Molly quickly hit three 3-pointers. She was not done though. Playing in one of the toughest environments in the state, Molly went on to score 28 points, almost leading Donovan Catholic to an upset victory over top10 Gloucester Catholic.
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Congratulations Freshman runner Jason Braddock on placing 5th in the freshman mile run at the New Balance National Meet in New York City on Sunday, March 11, 2018.
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Good Luck Southern Regional Alum Nick Jinks (Class of 2013) beginning his college coaching career at his alma mater Eastern University in Pennsylvania.He will play a significant role in coaching defense, recruiting, and operations as he pursues a masters degree at Eastern this spring. Good Luck! #RamPride
Riley Collins, also a 1,000 point scorer at Donovan Catholic and now a sophomore at Drew University, was recently named 1st team all-conference. Riley followed up a strong freshman year at Drew in which he was named Rookie of the Year in the Landmark Conference. There was not to be a sophomore slump for Riley this year. Riley improved in all categories this season, and he finished fourth in the conference in scoring. Always known as a sharpshooter since his days at Donovan
Catholic Riley finished in the top 5 in 3-pointers made in the conference, while also playing tremendous defense. He looks to build on two stellar seasons and put himself in the conversation for Landmark Player of the Year next year, as well as lead Drew to a conference title. Terry Collins- their father, mentor, and coach, and one of our veteran salesmen- couldn’t be prouder. The enthusiasm he has for his kids’ efforts on the court is infectious, and the rest of us on the sales floor can’t help but get swept up in their achievements. He has been coaching them for years, infusing their inherited talent with the wisdom and discipline from his years spent balling on the court. When asked if he planned on slowing down now that both of his athletes are moving forward in their college careers, he said, “No way, baby. I’ll be out here dropping buckets ‘til the wheels fall off.”
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CALIFORNIA SPECIAL RETURNS FOR 2019 MUSTANG,
PLUS ENTHUSIAST UPDATES INCLUDE REV-MATCHING, B&O PLAY AUDIO SYSTEM AND NEW COLORS DEARBORN, Mich., March 12, 2018 – America’s favorite sports car gets even more style and technology for 2019 thanks to the revival of the legendary Mustang GT California Special, new features including rev-matching on 5.0-liter 6-speed manual-equipped models, the first-ever custom-tuned B&O PLAY premium audio system for Mustang, three new vintage-inspired colors and over-the-top stripes. “No doubt, 2019 is an exciting year for Mustang enthusiasts, especially fans of our California Special and BULLITT models,” said Corey Holter, Ford car group marketing manager. “This year further targets hardcore enthusiasts who want even more performance from BULLITT, while new technology – including revmatching on manual transmissionequipped Mustang GT and active valve performance exhaust on the EcoBoost® model – means even more thrills.” California dreaming When Mustang first hit the streets in 1964, owners clubs sprang up around the country, with many regional dealers creating their own personalized pony car designs. One – inspired by the 1967 Shelby GT notchback coupe prototype – came to be called the California Special.
Race Red script California Special badge adorns the trunk lid. At the front, the car follows the blacked-out open grille and picks up the Mustang Performance Pack 1 splitter. The California Special wears unique five-spoke painted machined wheels. Inside are rich black Miko® suedetrimmed seats with embossed GT/CS insignia and contrast red accent stitching, along with custom embroidered GT/CS floor mats. Signature California Special script badging appears on the passengerside dash panel. “Few things are more satisfying than dropping the top on a California Special and taking a drive down the majestic Pacific Coast Highway,” said Mark Conforzi, Ford designer. “This signature design takes its cues from the original California Special, while enhancing the personality of today’s Mustang.” Rev-matching to level the field Mustang GT’s powerful 5.0-liter V8 engine packs 460 horsepower and 420 lb.-ft. of torque and tops out at 155 mph.* When that torque gets delivered to the pavement via 6-speed manual and available Performance Package, you better hold on, because that’s where revmatching gives Mustang drivers a leg – or a heel and a toe – up.
That original version featured blacked-out grille, fog lamps and a side Advanced rev-matching helps racing stripe that ended ahead of a new smooth out shifts by first predicting rear fender scoop. It wore a Shelbyshifts then quickly matching engine rpm inspired spoiler, custom taillamps and – similar to the heel-and-toe methods the twist-lock hood fasteners. Impressed, pros use. On downshifts, engine rpm Ford put a limited number of California instantly kicks up to smooth out the Special cars into production for 1968. transition between gears. Before long, the California Special had Sensational B&O PLAY audio joined the ranks of Shelby, Boss and Mach 1 special-edition Mustangs. Like Ford Mustang, Bang & Olufsen Today, the 2019 California Special is an innovator in both iconic design and for Mustang GT is a visual standout, heart-racing performance across its line featuring a trademark fading stripe that of audio products. And now, for the first traces from the 5.0 side badge to the rear time, the B&O PLAY audio system comes fender scoop. A signature Ebony Black and to Mustang with a stunning 10-channel
Customized to the car’s interior environment, sound engineers tuned the B&O PLAY audio system to take both the static and dynamic states of Mustang into account to elevate the senses regardless of driving conditions. B&O PLAY audio connects to the optional SYNC® 3 system, which allows Apple CarPlay compatibility.
When the class-exclusive quad-tip “These intense new colors trace fully variable active valve performance back to Mustang’s classic colors of the exhaust hit the streets for Mustang GT late 1960s and early 1970s,” said Holter. for 2018, critics and customers alike “While colors like Shadow Black and raved over the deep throaty sound of the Magnetic Gray will still be popular for 5.0-liter V8 engine. What took everyone those who prefer to go stealth, these by surprise was its driver-controlled, fully new colors pack a brighter, more vibrant active exhaust mode and quiet start mode, punch for 2019.” The 2019 Mustang goes also known as good neighbor mode. on sale this summer. Now, a fully variable active valve BULLITT and all related characters performance exhaust brings an aggressive and elements© & TM Warner Bros. snarl to 2019 Mustang equipped with Entertainment Inc. (s18) *Horsepower and EcoBoost. This class-exclusive quad-tip torque ratings achieved with 93-octane fuel. exhaust system can be controlled by the media.ford.com
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Ford Driving Skills for Life for Her marks the second initiative the company has launched in Saudi Arabia aimed at empowering women and giving them the Dr. Haifa Jamalallail, president of Effat skills they need to embark on their journey University, said: “The wheels of change are with confidence. Last year, Ford Fund – the constantly moving, and finally Saudi Arabia philanthropic arm of Ford Motor Company has caught up with the rest of the world with – debuted its Henry Ford Entrepreneurship regard to women driving. Statistics show Academy in the Middle East, providing 50 that women are generally safer and more Saudi women entrepreneurs with the tools defensive drivers than men.” and knowledge needed to sustain their Ford Driving Skills for Life for Her businesses. is training more than 250 Effat University Vella, in the Kingdom this week for the students, incorporating lessons necessary momentous occasion, said it’s no coincidence for new drivers, tips from highly skilled that the program takes place around experts, and a deep understanding of safe International Women’s Day, marking the driving practices, which is paramount for social, economic and cultural achievements new drivers as they take to the roads for of women. “We are thrilled to be part of this please see page 9
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FORD, EFFAT UNIVERSITY MARK INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY WITH GLOBAL DEBUT OF DRIVING SKILLS FOR LIFE FOR HER IN SAUDI ARABIA JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia, March 8, 2018 – In their continued efforts to empower women, Ford Motor Company and Jeddah-based Effat University are wrapping up the inaugural session of Ford Driving Skills for Life for Her this week, a special version of Ford’s globally renowned safe driving program for teens and new drivers. Designed to accommodate Saudi women ahead of them acquiring a driver’s license for the first time, the award-winning program’s global debut in the Kingdom coincides with International Women’s Day on Thursday.
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CAUSEWAY BIDS FAREWELL TO LOYAL EMPLOYEE
MY THOUGHTS FOLLOWING INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY
Tom Seidenfaden’s official start date at Causeway Ford was September 17, 1974. Things were different back then. Average Cost of new house: $34,900.00
Specialist. While I spend time on the sales floor, most of my time is spent calling all of our previous lease customers I help them with questions about their leased vehicle, explaining everything from the mileage they are allowed to general questions about the leasing process. Sometimes I even handle the customer service end. If a customer’s experience is less than satisfactory, my job is to solve the issue they may be having and keep them as part of our Causeway Family.
By Jennifer Maier International Women’s Day was Thursday, March 8. Realize that the old “boys club” motto is just that- old. Women in the car sales industry are few and far between. The realization will come in the form of more happy customers who appreciate relationship-driven service and feel like their voices are being heard. In this social media age, when customers are happy and feel valued they let everyone know, which means a better overall reputation in the community.
Tom Seidenfaden pictured here (with arrow above his head) on his last day of employment at Causeway Ford.
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To be a professional car salesperson, one of the many skills and talents is to get the customer to open up and talk to you. It is important to find their reasons and true motivations for purchasing a car. If you can’t make them feel comfortable during what many consider to be a very stressful process, then you won’t be able to help them get the car they want.
As I approach three years with The Causeway Family of Dealerships, I find my customers, especially women, are my best customers. I feel I am open and honest and give them an experience that I would want my family and friends to experience when purchasing or leasing a new vehicle. I think customers appreciate that.
Average Income per year: $13,900.00 Average Monthly Rent: $185.00 Cost of a gallon of Gas: 0.42 Average new car: $4,371 A Dozen Eggs: 45 cents
If you or someone you know is in the market for a new or pre-owned vehicle, please feel free to call me anytime, and I can answer all your questions. My office is in the Lincoln and Ford Showroom. If you’d like to stop in to see any of our new models, please come see me. I can help you with Ford, Lincoln, Honda, Nissan and Hyundai, plus tons of used car inventory as well. We are a family owned and operated dealership in Manahawkin since 1969. Here at Causeway, we offer FREE oil changes and filter for the LIFE of your vehicle. Hope to see you soon!
I feel most women are intimidated by the industry because it’s a male dominated field. From day one of my career at Causeway, the management and sales staff have included me in every aspect. In the Ford and Lincoln showroom, we are more family than just co-workers. Not many of us can say we work alongside our best friends each day, and actually love coming to work. My job title is Lease Retention Manager/ Lincoln Brand
Tom was a loyal and one of the longest standing employees in Causeway’s history! We will miss Tom’s quiet, nose to the grindstone work ethic. Tom retired on December 20, 2017. Tom’s tenure was a whopping 43 years, 3 months and 3 days! That’s 15,800 days, or 379,200 Hours! Thank again Tom it was a great ride!
Jennifer Maier
INTERFAITH Continued from page 1
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CHICAGO – For the first time ever, Nissan is offering a factory-authorized suspension lift kit for select models of the TITAN and TITAN XD full-size pickups. The bolt-on kits, developed by California-based ICON Vehicle Dynamics, offer a more aggressive exterior appearance, increased ground clearance and a suspension lift of up to three inches. Constructed for TITAN and TITAN XD Crew Cab 4x4 models, the suspension lift kits will be available beginning spring 2018.
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“We worked with ICON, a proven name in suspension lift-kit engineering, to develop the first kits to be offered through our Nissan dealer network,” said Billy Hayes, division vice president, LCV and Trucks, Nissan North America, Inc. “They came back to us with a kit that is easy to install, maintains TITAN and TITAN XD’s impressive factory payload and towing capabilities, and allows the trucks to be returned to stock for resale or end-of-lease return.” The ICON suspension lift kit package is available on TITAN and TITAN XD Crew Cab 4x4 models. The kits include adjustable-height coil-over shock absorbers tuned specifically for TITAN and TITAN XD, custom rod end bearings and patent-pending Delta Joints. No cutting or drilling is required. “With the suspension lift kit’s increased wheel travel and damping ability, ride quality should be enhanced both off-road and on,” added Hayes. “TITAN and
2018 Nissan TITAN XD with ICON suspension lift kit installed TITAN XD are the most accessorized models in the entire Nissan lineup and the ICON kits are a great addition.” Every 2018 TITAN and TITAN XD is covered by America’s Best Truck Limited Warranty1, featuring bumper-to-bumper coverage of 5 years/100,000 miles, whichever comes first. Consumers can see their dealer for
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They make cars every day – but have never driven one On International Women’s Day, Nissan surprises employees at its factory in Brazil by empowering them to drive
RIO DE JANEIRO – For some women, the dream of driving may be blocked by a series of obstacles. Fear of making a mistake, lack of resources and support, or no time when pursuing a career could all prevent someone from getting behind the wheel. At Nissan’s Industrial Complex in Resende, Brazil, employees Ana Beatriz Correa, Camila Josué, Letícia Menezes and Michele de Souza help produce cars every day – even though they had never driven one.
RESENDE, Rio de Janeiro (Mar. 8, 2018) – For some women, the dream of driving may be blocked by a series of obstacles. Fear of making a mistake, lack of resources and support, or no time when pursuing a career could all prevent someone from getting behind the wheel. At Nissan’s Industrial Complex in Resende, Brazil, employees Ana Beatriz Correa, Camila Josué, Letícia Menezes and Michele de Souza help produce cars every day – even though they had never driven one.
To honor International Women’s Day, Nissan invited employees at the Resende factory to talk about their dream of driving. A few women were selected for a special driving class with Helena Deyama, a legendary rally driver from Brazil. “I hope to have made a difference in their lives, encouraging them with my story about overcoming prejudices and all the difficulties to fulfil my dream of driving,” said Deyama. “I hope they never forget the responsibility of driving a car and never lose focus on safety. I told them to never underestimate themselves. We are more powerful than we believe.” In addition to meeting Deyama, the women had a practical driving class with an instructor at the Nissan complex. They received a surprise at the end of the class, too. Watch the video below for Nissan’s homage to International Women’s Day.
ON MARCH 27, 1939
MARCH MADNESS WAS BORN
The University of Oregon defeats The Ohio State University 46–33 on this day in 1939 to win the firstever NCAA men’s basketball tournament. The Final Four, as the tournament became known, has grown exponentially in size and popularity since 1939. By 2005, college basketball had become the most popular sporting event among gamblers, after the Super Bowl. The majority of that betting takes place at tournament time, when Las Vegas, the internet and office pools around the country see action from sports enthusiasts and oncea-year gamblers alike. For the first 12 years of the men’s tournament, only eight teams were invited to participate. That number grew steadily until a 65-team tournament format was unveiled in 2001. After a “play-in” game between the 64th and 65th seeds, the tournament breaks into four regions of 16 teams. The winning teams from those regions comprise the Final Four, who meet in that year’s
host city to decide the championship. The NCAA held its first women’s basketball tournament in 1982. The women’s tournament started with 32 teams, expanding to 64 teams before the 1994 season. Today, the women’s format echoes the men’s, with play in four regions culminating in a Final Four held in a single location. The championship is played the day after the men’s, concluding the college basketball season. The most dominant team in women’s tournament history has been the Tennessee Volunteers, who won six championships under renowned coach Pat Summit from 1973 to 2006. The Connecticut Huskies are second, with five championships under coach Geno Auriemma. Past women’s Most Outstanding Player winners include Cheryl Miller of USC, Diana Taurasi of Connecticut and Chamique Holdsclaw of Tennessee; all went on to become stars of the WNBA.
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NAVIGATION THROUGH THE STARS: LINCOLN DRIVE MODES SHOWCASE CAPABILITY WITH INTRICATE DETAIL DEARBORN, Mich., Feb. 5, 2018 – They studied snowflakes and star placement, clouds and constellations. Designers at The Lincoln Motor Company researched everything and anything atmospheric to create stunning graphics for the all-new Navigator’s Lincoln drive modes technology. Concurrently, engineers targeted sight, sound, touch and feel through Navigator’s steering, suspension, powertrain and torque delivery to tailor its ride and handling for all weather conditions – ensuring clients experience an effortless, first-class journey. By working together, Lincoln’s design and engineering groups created elegant, intuitive technology that showcases both beauty and capability. Drivers choose their information through six consumer-friendly modes. All are controlled by a knob easily accessed at the center console. Three modes are terrain and weather-related: • Deep conditions, for snow, extremely muddy or sandy environments. • Slippery, for wet or icy conditions. • Slow climb, for steep terrain. The other three are based on the type of ride the driver desires: • Normal, for an effortless, balanced ride. • Conserve, for efficient driving. • Excite, for a responsive, engaging ride. The information shown in the cluster changes depending on what mode the client selects. The most relevant information is always present for the driver. For instance, in normal mode a speedometer is present, while in the conserve setting, the speedometer is combined with fuel economy information. “The beauty of these drive modes is they’re intuitive and easy to use,” said Andrew Kernahan, chief engineer, The Lincoln Motor Company. “You don’t have to know how each drive mode is developed, or adjust suspension settings or powertrain mapping. You just have to turn the
dial, and the behavior of the vehicle is modified to fit the conditions or desired experience.” Designed around the theme “Navigation through the Stars,” each drive mode is showcased through intricately detailed graphics while communicating capability. The graphics are displayed only briefly on the cluster so as not to distract, but to assure clients the mode is adjusted correctly. “As a reference in our research, we looked at everything nebula, Northern Lights and various atmospheric types of conditions,” said Craig Sandvig, digital experience design manager, The Lincoln Motor Company. “We wanted to pay homage to the Earth.” Sandvig, who began working in digital design six years ago, believes the modes offer a perfect example of digital clusters – intricate globe-shaped artwork showcased with just the push of a button. Getting to that point, however, took several trial runs. “We worked with hundreds and hundreds of different globes, studying everything from where each cloud would come in and how it would separate from the atmosphere,” he said. “It’s an artistic effect that’s been brought into everything.” Subtlety was key in creating a luxury feel for each mode, and that’s highlighted throughout the detailing – down to the reflections on each globe. For example, the
image in excite mode, representing sporty driving, shows taillights moving in the night to illustrate the thrill of the drive. The look and feel of excite mode exudes a dimensionality that makes clients feel like they’re driving inside the graphic image itself. For both deep conditions and slippery modes, the team studied placement for each individual snowflake. Deep conditions demonstrates a tire spinning in deep snow, while slippery uses snowflakes and reflections with complex detail down to the lines in the roadway – creating the look and feel of an icy drive. “It’s amazing to see how much went into the development of slippery mode – we wanted to show the snowflakes going from the front of the globe to the back,” said Sandvig. “We went through several trials for this mode to make sure clients could see the road, so we included dashed lines with certain reflections to give that icy road feel.” Sandvig said moving into the digital space has allowed the team to create much more detailed imagery for clients, providing technology that’s easy to understand and use. “The digital space allows us to change and animate things that are not possible within the physical world,” he said. “We were able to create anything we wanted – the modes aren’t required to be static – and we feel that it’s much more rewarding to our clients.”
LINCOLN CONTINENTAL EARNS SPOT IN AUTOTRADER’S 10 BEST CAR INTERIORS UNDER $50K COMPETITION
DEARBORN, Mich., Feb. 28, 2018 – Comfortable seating, a roomy cabin and easy-to-use controls earned the 2018 Lincoln Continental a spot on Autotrader’s annual 10 Best Car Interiors Under $50,000 list. The Continental, Lincoln’s flagship sedan, has a base price of $45,160 for 2018. The Lincoln Continental embodies a timeless definition of beauty, balancing strength and elegance, power and control. It’s an effortlessly powerful, full-size sedan that delivers quiet luxury to the industry’s most discerning customers. “What’s on the inside of a car is arguably as important as what’s on the outside, since drivers and passengers spend all their travel time here,” said Tara Trompeter, managing editor for Autotrader. “We’ve focused on the latest models, and most have been updated recently to offer attractive, comfortable, thoughtfully planned interiors.” For the full list of winners, visit 10 Best Car Interiors Under $50,000 for 2018.
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Braking: This session allows students to learn to safely control a car from being in motion to bringing it to a complete stop, preparing them to take to the road with confidence Driver Distraction: This session stresses the importance of staying focused on the road at all times, highlighting through practical, hands-on experience the dangers of driving distracted. In Saudi Arabia alone, close to 7,500 road deaths in 2017* were attributed to the use of mobile phones while driving More than 9,000 people were killed in car accidents in Saudi Arabia in 2016** – an average of more than 25 per day – mainly due to speeding, a figure sure to cause concern for new drivers. With Driving Skills for Life, Ford aims to instill safe driving practices early on with younger drivers, both men and women. A signature program of Ford Fund, Driving Skills for Life is an international initiative for road safety created in cooperation with the Governors Highway Safety Association and a panel of safety experts. It captures newly licensed drivers’ interest with free, hands-on rideand-drive courses that pair new drivers with professional instructors to focus on the issues and obstacles that cause crashes, including impaired and distracted driving. Now in its 15th year, Ford Driving Skills for Life has provided free training to more than 1 million newly licensed drivers in more than 40 countries. In total, Ford has invested more than $50 million in initiatives globally as part of its longstanding commitment to promoting safety on the road. Since its Middle East launch in 2013, more than 3,600 students have participated in Ford’s Driving Skills for Life program, with sessions in three cities across Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates last year alone. Ford intends to conduct phase two of Driving Skills for Life for Her later this year at Effat University, then expand to other institutions across the Kingdom. Driving Skills for Life for Her is part of Ford’s global commitment to providing access and opportunities for women. From its Empower-Her women entrepreneur program to projects focused on helping end human trafficking, as well as numerous initiatives that provide professional development and leadership training, Ford Fund has long supported programs that help women succeed by overcoming social, educational and financial media.ford.com obstacles.
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2018 HONDA ACCORD AND ODYSSEY NAMED ‘BEST NEW CARS’ BY GOOD HOUSEKEEPING
Feb 13, 2018 - TORRANCE, Calif.
The all-new 2018 Honda Accord 1.5T and Odyssey have won Good Housekeeping’s 2018 “Best New Car Awards,” topping the sedan and minivan categories, respectively. The winners will appear in the February issue of Good Housekeeping. To determine winners of its Best New Car Awards, Good Housekeeping Institute works in partnership with experts at Car & Driver magazine to assess hundreds of new vehicles focusing on the things drivers care about most, including value, safety performance, reliability, NVH (noise, vibration and harshness), handling, interior design, comfort and technology. More information about Good Housekeeping’s 2018 “Best New Car Awards” can be found at goodhousekeeping. com/travel-products/car-reviews.
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The 5th-generation Odyssey was completely redesigned for the 2018 model year to even better meet the needs of changing American families by raising the bar for performance, cabin quietness, family-friendly interior space, comfort and connectivity. The reimagined 2018 Accord is the 10th-generation of Honda’s iconic midsized sedan that boasts more aggressive and premium styling with increased focus on stance and proportion, a spacious interior, torque-laden turbo engines in both 1.5and 2.0-liter capacities, agile drive dynamics and rich feature content. www.hondanews.com
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Honda Wins Four 2018 ‘Best Cars for the Money’ Awards from U.S. News & World Report TORRANCE, Calif. Honda won four U.S. News & World Report 2018 “Best Cars for the Money” Awards, the most of any automaker, including a fourth consecutive award for the Honda Fit and a third straight year for the Honda HR-V. Honda vehicles took home top honors in the following categories:
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2018 Honda CR-V
Best Subcompact Car for the Money: 2018 Honda Fit Best Subcompact SUV for the Money: 2018 Honda HR-V Best Compact SUV for the Money: 2018 Honda CR-V Best Minivan for the Money: 2018 Honda Odyssey For the awards, which are a measure of the best combination of quality and value, U.S. News & World Report uses data from their own vehicle rankings plus other credible sources to assess quality plus pricing information from TrueCar to determine average transaction prices. More information about the 2018 “Best Cars for the Money” Awards from U.S. News & World Report can be found at https://www.usnews.com/cars-money. www.hondanews.com
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HYUNDAI TUCSON RANKED MOST DEPENDABLE SMALL SUV BY J.D. POWER
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Feb. 14, 2018 – Hyundai’s Tucson received the distinct honor of most dependable Small SUV by J.D. Power in their 2018 Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS). Released today, the annual Vehicle Dependability Study shows Tucson ranked highest in its class, beating out leading competitors. The Tucson offers sporty styling, outstanding efficiency and cutting-edge safety technologies. Overall, Hyundai scored an impressive sixth-place finish in the entire industry and third-best in the non-premium category, lowering its PP100 by nine problems. The Hyundai Santa Fe also ranked second in its segment.
“In one of the most competitive segments in the industry, Tucson places highest in its class,” said Barry Ratzlaff, vice president of customer satisfaction, Hyundai Motor America. “Hyundai is committed to providing customers with high-value vehicles that withstand the test of time. The quality and dependability of our models is important to reassuring owners that we care about their Hyundai experience beyond their initial purchase at the dealership. The results for Santa Fe and Tucson show, as our CUV lineup expands, long-term quality will be a real strength for us.”
For the 2018 model year, Tucson adds a 7-inch audio display system with expanded availability of Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, HD Radio and heated seats. More than 90 percent of 2018 model year Tucsons have these technologies included and are at dealerships now. The study, now in its 29th year, examines problems
experienced during the past 12 months by original owners of 2015 model-year vehicles. Overall dependability is determined by the number of problems experienced per 100 vehicles (PP100), with a lower score reflecting higher quality. The study covers 177 specific problems grouped into eight major vehicle categories. hyundainews.com
The 2018 Elantra Earns Highest Safety Rating by IIHS FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Feb. 9, 2018 – Hyundai is one of the leading brands for Top Safety Pick+ and Top Safety Pick awards in 2018, with a total of eight models being recognized. The 2018 Hyundai Elantra has earned the highest safety rating by the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS) with a Top Safety Pick+ rating when equipped with optional Automatic Emergency Braking and High Beam Assist on vehicles built after December 2017. The Hyundai Sonata, Santa Fe and Santa Fe Sport (built after June 2017) also have Top Safety Pick+ ratings. Today’s announcement marks a total of four Hyundai vehicles attaining the significant safety achievement. Additionally, five Hyundai models were previously recognized for 2018 Top Safety Pick, including the Hyundai’s Ioniq Hybrid, Elantra, Elantra GT, Sonata and Tucson when equipped with optional front crash prevention and specific headlights.
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To qualify for the Top Safety Pick award, vehicles must have good ratings in five IIHS crashworthiness tests — small overlap front, moderate overlap front, side, roof strength and head restraints, an advanced or superior rating for front crash prevention and an acceptable or good headlight rating. For the Top Safety Pick+ designation, vehicles must also gain an acceptable or good rating in passenger-side small overlap front tests and improved headlight rating. Features which helped these vehicles garner these recognitions included (but were not limited to) optional front-crash prevention, specific headlights and excellent performances in IIHS track tests at various speeds. Elantra offers a wide array of advanced safety technologies, often reserved for luxury cars, to provide another defensive safety layer for its passengers beyond the standard safety system. Available Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection is a technology that utilizes both the front forward facing radar and camera through sensor fusion to detect a vehicle or pedestrian, and warn the driver of a potential collision. If the driver does not react to avoid the impact, the system will apply emergency braking in certain circumstances. Additional Elantra-first safety technologies include available Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keep Assist System, Blind Spot Detection with Rear Cross-traffic Alert and Lane Change Assist, and a rearview camera, now with dynamic guidance. The Lane Keep Assist System uses a forward-facing camera to detect lane markings and will alert the driver if the vehicle drifts outside the lane without signaling. The system will apply corrective steering assistance if necessary, and is another active safety tool to assist Elantra drivers and help prevent accidents. hyundainews.com
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