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A GLIMPSE INTO POLICE RESPONSE TO SCHOOL THREATS

–Photo courtesy Howell Township Police Police and school officials met the day after a recent threatening message response, to discuss how the operation went and plan for future coordination.

By Caitlin Brown the children to keep them calm the school gymnasium.

HOWELL – What Howell Police According to the Howell Town- while police searched the school Chief Andrew Kudrick called an ship Police, the two students were and performed other precaution“unsubstantiated threat” at How- removed from school buses upon ary tasks. ell Middle School North showed arrival to the school.

Meanwhile, Chief Kudrick kept how the school and emergency Parents who had been comment- an open line of communication responders react to threatening ing that morning on various social with concerned parents via the messages, with coordi nated media sites, such as the Face- police department’s Facebook efforts between the police, the book group “Howell Cares About page, “Howell Township Police school and the public during and Schools,” about their experiences 911 Communications,” as the after an event. with bus arrivals for the delayed incident unfolded.

On the morning of January 26, opening that morning, quickly His first post was at 10 a.m. that as students were returning to began alerting other parents to morning, informing parents of school after a three-day weekend a situation at the middle school the concerning text conversation courtesy of Winter Storm Jonas, as concerned students started to discovered by a parent the night police were alerted by the school send text messages to their parents before and the subsequent prethat a parent had read a threat- of the police presence inside the cautionary investigation. He alson ening message bet ween t wo school. Although many parents noted the department and school students in a text conversation reported that their children were officials believed the threat to be on one of the student’s phones. nervous or afraid during the initial “unsubstantiated,” and the chief Students were met at the mid- confusion when they arrived at asked parents not to contact the dle school by approximately 25 the school, other parents praised school, reassuring them that their Howell Township police officers, the Howell Township Police De- students were safe. who quickly escorted the stu- partment for taking swift control An update an hour later informed dents off of the buses and into of the situation and speaking to (Threats - See Page 4)

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Great Need For More Volunteers In Farmingdale

By Caitlin Brown FARMINGDALE – The Boroug h of Fa r m i ngd a le – t he town motto of which is “Today’s Town...With Yesterday’s Touch” – is seeking volunteers and members for a variety of departments.

The Farmingdale Recreation Commission is one such department seeking volunteers.

After successful 2015 projects and events like the Haunted and Holiday Trails, as well as the recent snowman building contest, the recreation commission is seeking volunteers to continue to provide the community with fun activities.

Beginning February 6, the recreation commission will also offer art classes. In honor of Autism Awareness month, the commis-

sion will be creating a giant collaborative puzzle during the four week art program.

Anyone interested in joining the recreation commission or volunteering their time is asked to contact the Farmingdale Recreation Commission Facebook page, or to stop by the borough office, located at 11 Asbury Avenue, for an application.

The Farmingdale Fire Department and the Farmingdale-Howell First Aid Squad are also seeking volunteers for the new year.

Farmingdale-Howell First Aid Squad President Christine Fary states there are many reasons to volunteer for the squad.

“We offer free training and education- it’s great for anyone interested in the medical field,” (Volunteers - See Page 4)

HOWELL HIGH SCHOOL WRESTLING CHAMPION

– Photo courtesy Patti Murphy HOWELL – Freshman Christian Murphy, 152 weight class, is the lone champion of the Howell High School Wrestling team. Murphy won the 2016 Chase Life Invitational in Naples, FL and then went on to win the Shore Conference “Wrestler of the Week” days later.

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parents that students had returned to their normal classroom schedule, and that the two students had been removed from the school. Chief Kudrick also stated in the post that parents should not feel a need to remove their child from the school, as there was no “immediate need.”

“If you feel a need to [remove your child], we will not prohibit it but if you need reassurance, my child goes here and he’s staying,” Chief Kudrick said.

The department also stated that many officers had children who were students in the district and “their actions...along with school officials, teachers and staff, but more importantly the fantastic behavior of the students and parents” led to a “smooth

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• You might be able to help with a clinical research study looking at a potential new treatment for mild to moderate Alzheimer’s disease • You will receive the best standard of study-related medical care • You may receive an investigational treatment, designed to help improve memory, thinking and reasoning • All study-related medicines and consultations during the study will be free of charge and reasonable travel, parking and food expenses will be paid

• Diagnosed with probable Alzheimer’s disease • Aged 50 years and over • Able to communicate with study doctors • Have a caregiver who can communicate with study doctors and will join you during every visit • Able to walk, independently or assisted • Free from other conditions which affect mental ability, such as schizophrenia or Parkinson’s disease • Taking a drug containing donepezil for at least 6 months

Fary said. “It also looks good on resumes, and some medical school programs offer credits for EMS volunteer work.”

Interested persons are asked to stop by either location in person to fill out an application and discuss the roles with current members at 72 W. Main Street, or to contact the squad through the Farmingdale-Howell First Aid Squad Facebook page. Applicants may also leave a message at 732-938-3161.

The Farmingdale Fire Department is located at 54 Main Street, or applicants can call 732-938-4785.

The Borough of Farmingdale is also in need of part-time and substitute crossing guards for the Farmingdale Elementary School. This is a paid position, and appli-

operation with a quick resolution”.

The following afternoon, members of the police department, as well as administrators from the school district, met at police headquarters to discuss the incident, including Superintendent Joseph Isola, Assistant Superintendent Ronald Sanasac, Board of Education President Timothy O’Brien and Director of Security Leonard Abline.

“This is part of the continual commitment of the police department and the school district to provide and ensure the highest level of safety in our education facilities,” Kudrick said. “We are always looking at ways to improve our procedures and tactics.”

According to Howell Township Police, the incident is being investigated jointly by the department as well as the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office.

cants are asked to visit the borough’s website at FarmingdaleBorough.org to apply.

Mayor John (Jay) Morgan said the town has always relied on residential volunteers to keep it great for its approximately 1,500 residents.

“Farmingdale is a great town to live and grow up in, and it takes a partnership between the different departments and groups and the residents being involved with their time and participation,” Morgan said.

He encouraged residents to offer their time not only to the departments in need of volunteers, but to also take part in the events the town had to offer.

“We try to offer residents a variety of things to do in town, and the volunteers of each department really step to the occasion with local businesses to make Farmingdale the special place it is.”

County Office Recoups $1.8M For Consumers

MONMOUTH COUNTY – The Monmouth County Division of Consumer Affairs recouped $1,827,259 on behalf of consumers in 2015.

Figures in the division’s year-end report show that while the number of cases handled by the division dropped by a little over 15 percent in 2015, from 564 in 2014 to 478 in 2015, staff were able to recoup nearly the same amount of money directly to local consumers.

Consumer Affairs Director Annmarie Howley attributed the drop to consumers being savvier about the money they spend on goods and services.

“People are being more conscious of where their money goes and making sure they get the item or service that they paid for and expected,” Howley said.

The money breaks down this way: $163,667 was in cash refunds; $1,611,107 represents the value of services and items that the division was able to recover for consumers who were unable to get them on their own; $52,134 was in voided contracts, and $350 was in exchanges, which means the seller substituted an item of equal value.

“In tight financial times people are watching every dollar they spend and it’s comforting to know there is a place to turn to for help,” said Freeholder Lillian G. Burry. “The consumer affairs staff works not only for Monmouth County residents, but for any resident who is having difficulty dealing with a business located in Monmouth County.”

Consumer affairs works actively with businesses in Monmouth County to ensure the consumers are protected. For the second year, Consumer Affairs staff conducted a Shore Business Outreach in 2015, meeting with businesses on the Shore, many which are seasonal, informing them of the business practices required by the New Jersey Consumer Fraud Act. Consumer affairs will help consumers resolve all types of consumer-related issues.

Information about rescission, fraud and other consumer affairs programs can be found on the county website at visitmonmouth. com, by calling 732-431-7900 or email consumeraffairs@co.monmouth.nj.us.

The office is open weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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Editorial The Worst Winter Road Conditions Are Other Drivers It’s that time of the year again.

Rain, snow and ice will make driving a chore for the more than half-a-million residents of Ocean County. And on some days, downright dangerous.

This week, we have the giant mounds of snow left by the plows, scaling higher than most vehicles. Cars creep out from behind these obstacles, trying to see if a path is clear to make their turn. Or, other dangerous conditions, such as black ice, unplowed road shoulders and more abound at every literal turn.

This winter, use great caution when driving in harsh winter conditions. Arguably even more important, be wary of other drivers, who may not be using the same keen judgment as our readers.

Driving in the snow is an exercise utilizing all of the skills we learn as drivers. Brake early, and avoid hitting the brakes too hard. Limit your speed, especially if falling snow impairs your visibility. If you begin to slide, pump your brakes.

Holding them down will only worsen your slide. Keep your eyes on the drivers around you, especially at intersections, where other vehicles may slide past stop signs and signals and right in traffic.

In fact, when the ground is covered with snow, the greatest danger is not as much the snow,

but the others driving in the snow. Overly reckless and overly cautious drivers can wreak havoc with traffic patterns.

Observe what other drivers are doing at all times.

While snow is sure to slow traffic to a near halt, a more pressing danger, and one frequently overlooked, is ice.

Freezing temperatures can turn melted snow or cold rain into ice in a matter of minutes, covering roads in a sheet of hard-to-see, slippery danger.

So-called “black ice” can be an unexpected and deadly roadway condition that’s impossible to see until it’s too late.

Drivers should proceed with caution when driving in freezing temperatures, remain a safe distance from other vehicles to account for longer braking distances, and watch for bridges, where the road freezes fastest.

And despite what some seem to think, SUVs are not exempt from these rules. These vehicles are just as susceptible to dangerous slips and slides on icy roadways. Take into account the rollover factor, and rest assured that SUV makes careless winter driver no safer.

The rules of winter driving are simple: Use common sense; refrain from speeding and tailgating; proceed with the flow of traffic (too slow is just as dangerous as too fast); and know your vehicle.

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Letters To The Editor Cruz Should Be Republican Nominee We’ve seen it in cartoons, an angel on one shoulder representing you r conscience, a demon on the other as your greedy inner self. The media portrays itself as the angel while portraying Trump as the demon. Each time the Donald lays out what A mer ica ns may be se cretly thinking, (yes this includes people of both parties though they’ll never admit it) the media and political class immediately lash out in righteous indignation in an effort to maintain political correctness at its acme. Just when they think they’ve finally got him in the trap of his ow n m a k i ng, t he nex t days’ poll numbers reveal another story.

This is in no way an endorsement of the Trumpster, but an observation of the political media circus of which Tr u mp is the ring master directing the g reatest show on ear th from the center ring. He has masterfully done this, spending but a pittance of his billions, while others are becoming tapped out and losing donors on failed campaigns.

As he plays them all like a fiddle the show goes on.

In the meantime America, like ancient Rome, burns in the background.

There is only one man a nd h is ca mpaig n t hat has survived and thrived under the radar of this on-

slaught, that of Ted Cruz.

If the Republican Party ever hopes to survive this Trumping they had better start putting their apples in Ted’s basket, and soon.

James M. Spickard Tuckerton

Don’t Trap Beavers In regards to the recent Toms River Times articles on a beaver problem, I felt a need to respond. I was a 27-year resident of Bay ville and Bar negat.

We recently moved to New Hampshire. If I was still in NJ, I would volunteer to assist in a solution that would allow the beavers and humans to co-exist peacefully. Though not, I do have some experience and expertise that I would like to share.

Our condo here in NH b a c k s u p t o a b e ave r pond. In 2009 the beavers dammed the culverts that separated the upper and lower pond. Fortunately, the residents recognized the benef its of beavers and we researched how we could solve the problem in a peaceful way. To make a long story short, we made contact online with Mike Callahan of BeaverSolutions.com and the Facebook Beaver Management Forum he established. Mike and the folks on the for um shared their knowledge freely and helped us save thousands of dollars and more than a few beavers.

After research was done, with Mike’s advice and

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guidance, I was able to construct a culvert protection cage (beaver deceiver) for well under $300, and with about 15 minutes of help from our builder’s backhoe, we are able to install it at no additional cost. It worked flawlessly since then. Total maintenance has been less than a few hours a year and has cost nothing. However, as the article mentioned the beaver deceiver is just one solution that may or may not work.

Each site is different and each situation is different.

The desig n of the protection depends on many factors including longterm objectives and topographical considerations.

I would also be happy to chat with interested parties in Toms River about possible steps to take. I should also note that trapping is seldom as efficient or cost effective as co-existence.

In the vast majority of cases, trapping is a short-term solution. It has been done for hundreds of years, but today there are much better solutions. The fact is that beavers are very territorial and they self limit their population. My latest blog entry is an open letter to a NH writer who ran into problems not unrelated to what you are experiencing.

In par t it explains that when their kits become about 2 years old, they are sent packing. They will travel up to 50 miles in search of another pond, often falling prey to predators along. So if you trap beavers on your pond they will return within a year or two. If co-existence is possible, it is always more economical, more effective and beneficial remedy.

If I was still in the area, I would be glad to visit the site and offer more specific advice. Even though I am not nearby, I would be

happy to talk to interested parties about crafting a solution.

Art Wolinsky Former Ocean County Resident

U.S.-Israel Relations Fine Manchester Councilman Frattini’s letter to the Times, December 19, expressing his concern over U.S.-Israel relations is much appreciated. To allay his fears, the terrorist attacks to Israel are not a question of border security, but are conducted from within by legal Palestinian residents.

Huge amounts of financial and defensive aid reach Israel from the U.S. each year, including the Iron Dome missile defense system which def lected the Hamas rocket attacks and stands ready to intercept others.

Israel reciprocates with development and testing of military equipment and tactics. As to intelligence, there is full cooperation, understandably quietly, between U.S. and Israeli agencies covering the entire Middle East. The U.S. stands alone in support of Israel against U.N. nations condemning Israel’s defensive warfare against Hamas’ assaults.

Does this sound like we are deprecating or ignoring Israel?

We keep Israel safe from attacks from without, while Israel contributes to our safety from terrorism and to our military preparedness.

Although Israel did not participate in the Iran nuclear talks, the nuclear threat was imminent before the agreement, and many in the Israeli military and intelligence services believe the talks were useful in at least delaying it.

Avram Shapiro Whiting

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Freeholder Forum Freeholder Thomas A. Arnone MONMOUTH COUNTY – Monmouth County Freeholders Thomas A. Arnone and Serena DiMaso became, respectively, Freeholder Director and Deputy Director at the Board’s 2016 organization meeting held on January 6 at Biotechnology High School.

“I look forward to the year ahead and working to make 2016 a successful year in Monmouth County,” said Director Arnone.

“I am proud to serve as the Director of a Freeholder Board whose members are truly devoted to making Monmouth County the best county in the State of New Jersey.”

Following a business meeting that appointed the freeholder and citizen members to more than a

dozen County boards and commissions, each of the freeholders delivered remarks that acknowledged 2015 accomplishments and offered a look at what is ahead for Monmouth County in 2016.

“Dredging of the Shark River will continue in 2016,” said Director Arnone. “It took 17 years of hard work and negotiations, but we are on our way to returning this beautiful waterway into a viable recreation and economic resource. Thank you to our partners at the NJDOT and NJ DEP, Sen. Jen Beck and mayors from the surrounding towns.”

“The Shark River project proves persistence pays off and that we can affect change and get things done in Monmouth County,” said Arnone. “We owe it to our residents and businesses to do the best we can in a financially responsible

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manner. I support a tax decrease and rewarding our taxpayers for bearing the burden of the care center deficit for years.”

Arnone also spoke about the Grown in Monmouth initiative that will kick off later this month. Following the success of the Made in Monmouth campaign, events that showcase and help businesses sell products made in the county, Grown in Monmouth will focus on the agricultural industry and provide an opportunity to showcase what’s Jersey Fresh in Monmouth County.

Arnone proposed another way to improve the County’s economy is by lowering the threshold by which Project Labor Agreements (PLA) are triggered. “By lowering the PLA threshold to $3 million, from $5 million, we will put more Monmouth County union trades

people to work and keep tax dollars in Monmouth County,” said Arnone.

Director Arnone also discussed a project close to his heart, which is providing access to services for adults with special needs. “Many individuals with special needs are ineligible for programs when they turn 21 years of age. We need to provide a facility for them to continue to thrive in a safe environment, close to home. Such a facility would provide programming, services, therapies and life skills training while giving the families who care for them peace of mind.”

Freeholder Deputy Director DiMaso lauded recent improvements at the county’s Reclamation Center that will save approximately $2.2 million a year; the new leachate treatment facility will remove trucks from the roads and improve

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the operation of the solid waste facility. DiMaso also addressed the changes to the newly named Mosquito Control Advisor y Board, formerly known as the mosquito extermination commission.

“The County’s mosquito control efforts marked its 100th year of service last year with a recommitment to their mission and a name change,” said DiMaso. “By integrating the new Mosquito Control division and its Advisory Board into County government, we have combined like services and employee tasks. This busy and important team responded to more than 700 calls and was awarded a $77,000 community block grant to further enhance mosquito surveillance.”

All of the Freeholders thanked County staff and administration for their hard work during the past

year. They also expressed their thanks to Freeholder Gary J. Rich, Sr. for his leadership as director of the 2015 Freeholder Board.

“I am truly grateful for the talented individuals who work for Monmouth County and know that my year as Director would not have been as successful without all of you,” said Rich. “I look forward to achieving great things in 2016 and bringing some of the projects that we began in 2015 to fruition, including assisting with dredging and seeing construction of a secondary outfall pipe at Wreck Pond to mitigate local flooding—an issue the County has been involved in for well over a decade.”

For add it ional i n formation about Monmouth County and the Board of Chosen Freeholders, visit the county’s website at visitmonmouth.com.

Senator Robert W. Singer 30th Legislative District, Serving Howell

Hospital Community Payment Bill Approved By Senate

Senator Robert W. Singer

NEW JERSEY – Bipartisan legislation authored

by Senate President St e ve Swe e n e y, S e n a t or Rob e r t Si nge r a nd Senator Joe Vitale that wo u l d h a ve n o n p r of i t hospitals with for-profit facilities make payments to host municipalities to compensate for blanket tax exemptions on their proper t y was approved by the Senate. The bill, S -32 9 9, w h i c h w o u l d update tax laws that date back to 1913, would have acute-care hospitals make payments to their

home com mu n ities to offset the cost of local services.

The Senate vote was 370. “This is a reasonable and responsible way to have hospitals pay their fair share to their local communities while still recognizing their tax-exempt status,” said Senator Sweeney. “The health care industry has evolved a n d c h a n g e d ove r t h e years but they continue to play an important role as employers and health care providers.”

“In the wake of the tax r uli ng agai nst Mor r istown Medical Center, we are on the precipice of seeing non-profit hospitals across this state hit with significant tax bills

that will certainly lead to layoffs and even hospital closures,” said Senator Si n g e r ( R- Mo n m o u t h , O c e a n). “ We c a n’t a fford to let this happen to an i ndust r y we rely on both for quality commu nit y care and as a local econom ic eng i ne t h at e m ploys a p p r ox imately 140,000 workers.

T h i s c o m m u n i t y p a ym e n t pl a n e s t a bl i s h e s a clear and predictable s y s t e m by wh ich ho s pit a ls ca n ret a i n t hei r t a x- exe mpt st at u s a nd have the stability needed in order to plan for long term investments in our communities while fairly paying for their share of the local ser vices they rely on.”

“The acute care hospitals provide a wide range of valuable health care ser vices to thei r home communities and to the r e s id e n t s of Ne w Je rsey,” said Senator Vitale. “ P r ov id i n g t h e m w it h a payment formula that sets a reasonable schedule ensures predictability and consistency for the hospit als and thei r host mu n icipal it ie s so they can continue to best serve their needs.”

The legislation, entitled the Hospit al Com munit y Ser vice Cont r ibut io n Bi l l , wo u l d h ave non-profit hospitals that h ave for- p r of it o p e r a tions make Community Se r v ic e C ont r ibut ion s directly to their munic-

ipalit ies. T he pay ment formula would be $2.50 per day for each acute c a r e h o s pit a l b e d a n d $250 per day for each facility providing Satellite Emergency Care.

The municipal payments wou ld be ded icat ed to proper t y tax relief and for public safety, such as police, fire and emergency services. Five percent of the payments would be sent to the county where the hospital is located, according to the bill.

Any voluntary contributions by the hospitals would be deducted from the com munit y ser vice payments and any hospital that is losing money could apply for an exempt ion f rom the pay-

ments.

T he bill was amended to a dd a n i n f lat ion clau s e, i nc r e a si ng t he assessment by 2 percent an nually and to revise t h e e xe m p t i o n c l a u s e for hospitals in danger of ban k r uptcy or close to violating their bond covena nt s by allow i ng the finances of a hospital system, rather than an individual hospit al, to be considered when exemptions are decided.

The legislation would also establish the Nonprofit Hospital Communit y Ser vice Cont r ibution Study Commission to evaluate the success of the new system and make recommendations for any needed improvements.

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Georgian Court University Announces Guaranteed Financial Aid

LAKEWOOD – High school seniors who plan to start college this fall are narrowing their choices and taking the next step to prepare for college—completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, otherwise known as the FAFSA. The process determines how much a family might be expected to contribute toward their student’s college costs.

To help families budget, Justin G. Roy, Georgian Court University dean of admissions, has announced that all new students who begin their studies at GCU in the Fall 2016 semester will have their institutional financial aid award guaranteed for at least their first two years. The guaranteed award is contingent on a student meeting the criteria for institutional awards set forth in the academic catalog as well as meeting all applicable federal and state deadlines.

“Affordability is on the forefront of every student’s mind. This announcement is another example of GCU’s commitment to making its educational program available to all qualified students,” says Dean Roy. “Our primary motive is to help students navigate through the financial aid process in order to afford tuition at a private university and obtain the best education

possible despite economic conditions.”

Through a combination of financial aid packaging, pursuit of scholarship and grant opportunities and on-campus work-study jobs, GCU works to make its educational program available to all qualified students, regardless of financial need. Last year, 99 percent of all firstyear Georgian Court University students received some form of financial aid, including more than $12 million in GCU scholarships and grants and other funding from government and private sources.

A college education is an important investment in the future. When considering the cost of a college education, you should also consider the value of that education.

Georgian Court, which is 21st on Washington Monthly’s Best Bang for the Buck list of colleges and ranked 25th among Money magazine’s Top 50 Colleges That Add the Most Value, is one of the most affordable private universities in New Jersey.

Dean Roy adds that a campus visit is key for any college search.

“Touring the campus, meeting the faculty, and asking questions of current students is the best way to narrow your college search,” he said.

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HOWELL – The Howell Township Board of Education is seeking citizen members to serve on the following advisory committees: community interaction, education, finance, policy, operations and safety, Committees may be added or modified.

Interested Howell citizens should submit a letter of interest that includes address, daytime and evening telephone numbers,

email address and three committee choices in order of preference. Also include a brief statement indicating reason for interest in serving on the particular committees.

Letters may be e-mailed to rsanasac@ howell.k12.nj.us or mailed to: Ronald Sanasac, Assistant Superintendent for Business Administration/Board Secretary, Howell Township Board of Education, P.O. Box 579, Howell, NJ 07731.

Bartley Healthcare To Hold Whole-Hearted Health Event

JACKSON – February is National Heart Health Month and Bartley Healthcare encourages you to take control of your heart health.

Learn ways to keep your blood pressure down and reduce your risk of a stroke and other heart diseases at a presentation on February 24 at Bartley’s campus at 175 Bartley Road.

Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death in the United States especially among

adults who are over the age of 65. The great news is that this disease can be prevented through early action and making healthy choices.

Register to learn more at 732-308-0570.

Bartley Healthcare is teaming up with Barnabas Health to bring this educational presentation. A light healthy dinner will also be served.

Green Team Meetings HOWELL – The Howell Township Green Team will advise the Township Council on ways to improve municipal operations with “green” initiatives that make practical, environmental and financial sense.

Meetings take place the last Tuesday of

each month at 7:30 p.m. in conference room A. The meetings are as follows: February 23, March 29, April 26, May 31, June 28, July 26, August 30, September 27, October 25, November 29 and December 13.

The Howell Times welcomes your special announcements! Engagements, Weddings, Births, Birthday Wishes, etc. Please call 732-657-7344 for more details!

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Gifted & Talented Taskforce Update

HOWELL – The Gifted and Talented Committee held its fourth meeting at Middle School North from 6 to 8 p.m. on January 12.

The committee aimed to review field work conducted by committee members through site visits performed over the past six weeks. Site visits were carried out using a questionnaire developed with input from all the committee members through the use of a shared Google document. A twenty-three question framework was utilized to pinpoint services, support, rationale, strengths and weaknesses in program designs including identification, services offered and material delivery. Site visits were carried out for Avon School District, Manalapan-Englishtown Regional Schools (grades 3 to 5), Little Silver School District, Spring Lake Heights School District and Marlboro School District. These visits were conducted by a combination of parents, teachers and administration. An additional web-based review of the top ten school districts for Gifted and Talented in New Jersey was presented. The focus of this review was to provide additional information not derived from the committee’s site visit list.

The meeting began with a dialogue regarding the need for an examination of the current enrichment opportunities in Howell.

Through previous dialogue, the committee has focused work on meeting the needs of not only out Project GOAL and PLUS students but also meeting the needs of the

students who may not fit exactly into these categories but exhibit behaviors that support giftedness, talent and high achievement. As site visit presentations were carried out, a dialogue developed and common themes were recorded. Topics discussed through this rich dialogue included the roles of specialists in other districts, the benefits to enrichment clustering and the concept of open enrichment for all students. The committee continued to see the value of passion driven projects and inquiry experiences at all levels. Another topic was the concept of portfolio evaluation and how this would play a role in middle school enrichment and gifted education.

As the meeting concluded, the administration discussed the idea that a concept/framework would be outlined and brought to the next meeting for the committee to explore. It is expected that the committee would explore logistics, hurdles and advantages of such a concept. Committee members were in agreement that this would be the correct course of action. It was reinforced, again, that at this stage, the committee and administration agree that it is time to move this work closer toward the proposal and design of a real model for gifted education and enrichment in Howell Township.

The next meeting of the Gifted and Talented Committee will be held on February 8 at Middle School North from 6 to 8 p.m.

Monmouth County Monitors Zika Virus

MONMOUTH COUNTY – The Monmouth County Mosquito Control Division and Health Department are actively monitoring the Zika virus situation and urges residents to be cautious when traveling to countries where Zika transmission is happening.

Zika virus is spread to people through mosquito bites.

“Currently, there is no evidence of Zika in Monmouth County,” said Freeholder Deputy Director Serena DiMaso. “The county is closely monitoring the situation and is prepared to take action when, and if, necessary.”

The Center for Disease Control and Prevention has issued travel information for those planning to travel to countries that have reported local transmission of the Zika, including Central America, South America, the Caribbean and Mexico.

“If you are traveling out of the country, make sure to check if there is a threat of Zika in the

country you are traveling to and, if so, take the proper precautions to prevent mosquito bites,” said DiMaso.

The most common symptoms of Zika are fever, rash, joint pain, and conjunctivitis (red eyes).

The illness is usually mild with symptoms lasting from several days to a week. Severe disease requiring hospitalization is uncommon.

“The health department is in constant communication with the CDC and NJ Department of Health regarding the evolving Zika situation,” said Christopher Merkel, Monmouth County Public Health coordinator. “Residents should actively connect to accurate, well-known and legitimate information sources and dismiss misinformation from non-credible sources.”

“We are learning more about Zika every day.” DiMaso said. “Links to the most current information, including travel notices, are available on the Monmouth County website at visitmonmouth.com.”

Tickets On Sale For International Chef’s Night Out

TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Foundation for Vocational Technical Education will host the 20th Annual International Chef’s Night Out on March 7 at the Pine Belt Arena from 6 to 9 p.m.

Over 50 area restaurants, caterers, bakeries, specialty stores and beverage distributors are expected to participate. For the $50 admission fee, attendees may sample an extensive variety of sweet and savory delicacies as well as some of the area’s fine wines and beverages.

In addition to the food and beverage offerings there will be a 50/50 raffle, themed gift basket raffles and door prizes.

Tickets are $50 in advance and $60 at the door. To purchase tickets go to ocvtschefsnightout.org.

For more information, call Alicia Carney at 732-286-5670 ext. 3212 or Sharon Noble at 732-473-3100 ext. 3177.

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Earlier this fall, the world’s largest theme park announced “Total Mayhem,” which quickly became one of the world’s most anticipated new coasters of 2016. But behind the scenes, criminal mastermind, The Joker was secretly plotting to take over the new 4D, free-fly coaster and name it as his own.

“The Joker is undeniably one of the greatest DC Comics Super-Villains ever created. Only someone with his warped sense of humor could provide this level of insanity – or spinsanity – with a new, vertical coaster that delivers gravity-defying somersaults with utter unpredictability.

It is the perfect addition to our dynamic line-up of award-winning roller coasters because this ride delivers total mayhem with its next-generation, cutting-edge thrills,” said Six Flags Great Adventure President John Fitzgerald.

After being lifted straight up a 12-story, 90-degree hill, this 4-D, free-fly coaster will wreak havoc as riders flip head-over-

heels at least six times along the weightless journey. Thrill seekers will experience exhilarating leaps and dives along a horizontal plane, along with unexpected drops as they tumble from one level to the next.

The wing seats amp up the pandemonium since riders will experience all of this chaos with no track above or below – just the sky, ground and adjacent Great Lake churning around them.

The unique design of The Joker features: Massive, imposing, floating and twisting I-box track frame in a unique two-tone design.

One-of-a-kind onboard magnetic technology featuring smooth head-over-heels free-fly flips providing guests the feeling of weightlessness as they soar outside the confines of a traditional track 4-D wing vehicles that seat up to eight per vehicle with a total of five vehicles.

Face-off seats that allow riders to face each other as they tumble head over heels.

A 120-foot-tall, 90-degree hill that is ascended by an elevator-style, chain link lift.

Two beyond 90-degree “raven” drops giving the sensation of free-falling.

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Valentine’s Breakfast Bingo At Bartley JACKSON – Do you love to play bingo?

Then come out to Bartley Healthcare’s Valentine’s Day Bingo and Breakfast event.

Bartley will be hosting a Valentine’s Day themed morning of fun, food, and great prizes at the event on February 12 at 8:30 a.m. in the multi-purpose room of Bartley Healthcare

Nursing and Rehabilitation, 175 Bartley Road.

There will be lots of coffee and other breakfast items to satisfy any pallet. Come and start your morning right with great company and a little competition. Please R.S.V.P. to 732370-4700 and check in at the main entrance upon arrival.

Adopt-A-Hydrant

HOWELL – Assist the Howell Township Fire Departments in the event of a fire related emergency by clearing all snow and maintaining a three foot area around the fire hydrant to ensure the hydrant is visible and accessible. Team up with a

neighbor and adopt a fire hydrant nearest you.

For more information about officially adopting a township fire hydrant, call the Howell Township Fire Bureau at 732938-4500 ext. 2900.

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DEP Closes Diamondback Terrapin Season Early

NEW JERSEY – Due to continued concerns about harvest pressures on northern diamondback terrapins in coastal areas of New Jersey, Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner Bob Martin has signed an Administrative Order immediately closing the remainder of the commercial harvest season for this turtle species.

The diamondback terrapin is the only species of turtle that lives in the brackish waters of New Jersey’s coastal marshes and estuaries. The commercial harvest closure is effective immediately and will remain in effect through the end of the harvest season on March 31.

“The diamondback terrapin has long been special to many people who live in or/and visit our coastal communities,” said Commissioner Martin. “Many people have dedicated countless hours to protecting its habitats and raising awareness about this unique species. We need to ensure the terrapin remains part of our coastal ecosystem.”

This is the second Administrative Order

Commissioner Martin has issued closing the commercial harvest of this species. The commissioner issued a similar order in March 2015, when the New Jersey Marine Fisheries Council (NJMFC) and the Endangered and Nongame Species Advisory Committee advised that excessive harvesting was taking place in New Jersey to provide terrapins for out-of-state aquaculture operations and for overseas markets.

Division of Fish and Wildlife conservation officers will be on the lookout for anyone illegally harvesting terrapins. In addition to civil penalties, anyone charged with illegally harvesting a diamondback terrapin will be assessed a $200 replacement fee for each terrapin in his or her possession.

The DEP’s Division of Fish and Wildlife has also been working with the NJMFC, as well as neighboring states, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and other terrapin experts to develop management strategies to enhance protection of diamondback terrapins in order to sustain the

species in New Jersey.

“As evidenced by our recommendation to DEP, the New Jersey Marine Fisheries Council fully supports the extended closure of the diamondback terrapin harvest as we continue to establish future regulations,” said Council Acting Chairman Dick Herb.

In the past, commercial harvesting of terrapins in New Jersey was reported on a small-scale basis. But increased demand, particularly in Asian food markets, has put excessive pressure on the species.

In a 2014 incident, more than 3,500 terrapins were harvested from two locations in southern New Jersey to provide terrapins for an out-ofstate aquaculture facility that raises them for overseas markets. More than 14,000 offspring of the wild adult terrapins were then exported to Asia.

Once abundant, terrapins decreased dramatically by the 1930s, due primarily to harvesting for food. Numbers started increasing again by

the 1960s, but in recent decades the terrapin has been at risk again due to habitat loss, drowning in crab traps and vehicle strikes.

Although the diamondback terrapin has not been listed as threatened or endangered in New Jersey, its status is listed as decreasing. As part of the state’s recovery effort, the DEP will be conducting investigations of populations, ecological data and habitat needs as it develops management strategies.

Diamondback terrapins, so named for the diamond-shaped patterns on its shell, are more closely related to freshwater turtles than marine turtles and spend their entire life cycle in coastal marshes. They are an important part of the ecosystem, feeding on snails that can overgraze marsh grasses, leaving them barren mudflats.

For a copy of the Administrative Order, visit: nj.gov/dep/docs/ao2016-02.pdf For more information on diamondback terrapins, including a range map, visit: conservewildlifenj.org.

County Health Dept. Investigates Intestinal Illness

MONMOUTH COUNTY – Due to an increase in recent reports of gastrointestinal illnesses, Monmouth County Health Department encourages adults and children to stay home if ill and to be diligent about hand washing especially after using the bathroom and before eating. In the past week, Monmouth County

has seen an increase in cases of gastrointestinal (GI) illnesses. The symptoms include: abdominal cramping, nausea and vomiting lasting twenty four to forty eight hours.

Those with symptoms should stay home for 24 hours after symptoms have stopped to avoid spreading the virus to others. Peo-

ple involved in a food handling occupation should stay home 48 hours after symptoms have stopped.

“The best way to protect yourself from GI illness is to practice proper hand washing and general cleanliness,” said Christopher Merkel, Monmouth County Public Health

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Answer: Let me start by saying that the longer I write this column, the more I wish to tell people that they are not alone in their struggles. Logical answers will not help you because no matter how much I tell you of the odds of being hurt in air travel, I don’t believe that it will help much.

There are courses that you can try to overcome this fear. The problem is that most of them are in larger cities such as New York, Philadelphia, etc. If you wish to work on this closer to home, there is hypnosis, Neuro feedback and other treat-

ment methods available. Additionally, you can speak with your doctor about anxiety medications to use that are definitely helpful. I would use it weeks before a trip to experience the calming effect that may help you.

As I always write in this column, feeling guilty is worthless. It is a way of not doing anything to help a situation.

You are missing out on a big part of life and I sympathize with that part of your question. Lastly, if you took the time to write to me about this fear, you are interested in change. I wish you luck in your quest for a new beginning.

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HR Exam Preparation Course To Start In March

MONMOUTH COUNTY – Expand your human resource knowledge and skills by taking an eight-week course and study group from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Tuesdays, beginning February 9 to March 29, at the Monmouth County Library, Shrewsbury branch, 1001 Route 35, to prepare for the SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or the SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) exam.

The cost of $600 for members and $750 for non-members. The fee includes books with the usual retail price of $695 for SHRM members and $870 for non-members, access to the SHRM resource center for self-testing and support and paper

power point documents that illustrate the framework for each module.

Also included with the books are the online learning system that provides an assessment to test knowledge, tests with more than 1000 questions, a post test that mimics the certification exam and a resource center with study aids, such as flash cards.

For more information or to register, contact Carolyn Broderick, the director of certification for Jersey Shore Association of Human Resources (JSAHR), Neptune, at carolynbrod@gmail.com.

The course is designed to provide HR professionals with a roadmap for developing capabilities to advance their careers and to improve their effectiveness in the workplace. The SHRM competency model is fundamental to the two new certifications: the SHRM CP and the SHRM SCP, which have been launched to reaffirm the importance of acquiring the competencies and knowledge, not just the knowledge; and to provide relatable indicators of proficiency in the practice of HR.

United Republican Club Meetings 4/15/16

HOWELL – The United Republican Club of Howell meets at 7:30 p.m. on the third Tuesday of every month at the Howell First Aid building, 16 Kent Road.

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By Robert C. Shea, Esq. & Michael J. Deem, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates In 1998, the State of New Jersey adopted the Automobile Insurance Cost Reduction Act (AICRA) to reduce the cost of automobile insurance by reducing the benefits available to persons who are injured in automobile accidents. This means less coverage to pay for medical treatment and less rights to recover monetary damages from careless drivers who injure your family. Protect yourself.

Automobile insurance is mandatory in New Jersey. The failure to carry automobile insurance may be punishable by imprisonment.

When purchasing automobile insurance, you have two choices; you are required to select either a Basic Policy or a Standard Policy.

We do not recommend choosing the Basic Policy.

The Basic Policy only provides minimal coverage and leaves you unprotected in several areas. A Basic Policy only provides you with $5,000 of property damage liability coverage if someone makes a claim against you and only provides $15,000 of medical expense benefits should you require medical treatment for your injuries. The Basic Policy does not cover you if you injure someone else. The Basic Policy does not provide Uninsured Motorist coverage to protect you and your family if the careless driver who causes the accident is uninsured or is insured under a Basic Policy. Perhaps most importantly, the Basic Policy will not provide you with a free lawyer to defend any claim against your personal assets.

We recommend that you purchase a Standard Policy. A Standard Policy provides the best insurance coverage to protect your assets if you are sued and to provide compensation to you and your family if you are

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The Standard Policy does provide medical expense benefits (PIP) coverage which includes medical expenses up to $250,000 per person per accident. The Standard Policy also provides you with Uninsured Motorist Coverage (UM Benefits), so if you are injured by someone who does not have automobile insurance, is insured under a Basic Policy or leaves the scene of the accident then you and your family are covered for your losses.

When you purchase the Standard Policy you must elect a “tort option” that will determine your right to make a claim. You must select either the “limitation on lawsuit option” or the “no limitation on lawsuit option.” If you purchase the Basic Policy then you are assigned the “limitation on lawsuit option.” We recommend that you choose the “no limitation on lawsuit option.” Ask your insurance representative what is the actual dollar amount that your overall premium will increase if you elect the “no limitation on lawsuit option.”

By choosing the “limitation on lawsuit option” you are limiting your legal right to make a claim for monetary damages unless you sustain one of the following injuries: death, dismemberment; significant scarring or disfigurement; displaced fractures; loss of fetus or a permanent injury that can been diagnosed by credible, objective medical testing.

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Park System To Release Spring Program Directory

M ON M O U T H C O U N T Y – T h i s spring go on a Blackfish Cove Kayak Adventure, discover Shipwrecks and Treasure Chests and try “Intro to Kung Fu” with the Monmouth County Park System.

Other upcoming offerings include: “ St a rga z i ng a nd Noct u r nal Tales,” “ S p r i n g Aw a k e n i n g s ” a n d “A f t e r School Bi ke R ides.” Check out the spring issue of the Park System’s Prog ram Director y for these and other exciting arts and crafts, nature, recreation and sports programs planned for March, April and May. Copies of the spr ing issue of the Program Directory will be available at most count y parks and online

monmouthcountyparks.com Febr uary 5. Registration will begin at 8 a.m. on February 10. Registration is available online 24/7; by phone by calling 732842-4000, ext. 1, Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; by mail using the registration rorm found at the back of the program directory; or in person by visiting Park System Headquarters in Thompson Park, 805 Newman Springs Road, Lincroft, Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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I think I am a real germaphobe because I get very conscious when someone sitting next to me starts coughing, especially when they don’t cover their mouth. I’ll let the first one slide but if it happens again, I am apt to leave or hand them a Kleenex. Cover it! Is it just me or are you that way too? If you feel like you’re coming down with something, here are 5 considerations: 1. Oil of oregano is a super strong germ fighter. The essential oil of oregano is sold at health food stores and online in a little dropper bottle. Pour one or two drops in your own ‘medicinal herb tea’ (wink) and then drink it. It will not taste pleasant. You will probably curse me. But it’s going to help you. Squeeze some lemon and honey into it. The key ingredients in oregano are carvacarol and thymol, both of which inhibit the growth of hundreds of microorganisms.

2. Probiotics should be taken daily for proper immunity, but when you feel symptoms coming on, then of course I feel like you should at least double up on the dose. I am not afraid of taking probiotics throughout the day; I’m more afraid of feeling miserable and sick.

High-quality probiotics will improve the quality and count of your healthy disease-fighting bacteria. Some strains will even induce IL-10-producing regulatory T cells, which is a scientific way of saying they reduce inflammation, and can help immune function as well as inflammatory disorders of the gut like painful Crohn’s.

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4. If you keep rummaging around in my purse, you will find teabags of flavored green tea. It is common for me to ask the waitress at a restaurant for a little cup of hot water “because I have my own medicinal herbs.” Sam affectionately scolded me once saying, “Do you realize we live in Colorado?

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Heart Healthy Month, Joint Chamber Meeting FREEHOLD – Join the Howell Chamber of Commerce and the Greater Monmouth Chamber of Commerce members at their Heart Healthy Month Luncheon.

The luncheon is on February 11 from 11:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Park Nine Diner, Rt 9. South.

Speaker Dr. Jatin Patel is a cardiologist at Garden State Heartcare. Dr. Patel w ill sha re new ways to kee p hearts healthy. He is board-certified

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Department Of Agriculture Wants Meal Sponsors For Summer Nutrition Program

NEW JERSEY – New Jersey Secretary of Agriculture Douglas H. Fisher encourageds organizations to help provide nutritious meals to children in low-income areas during the summer months through the department’s Summer Food Service program.

Begun in 1976 as an outgrowth of the National School Lunch program, the Summer Food Service program is designed to reach those who are age 18 or younger in economically disadvantaged areas. It also is open to people over 18 who are mentally or physically handicapped and who participate in public or nonprofit private programs established for the disabled.

The federally-funded program reimburses participating organizations for meals served to children who live in areas in

which at least 50 percent of the children qualify for free or reduced-price meals under the National School Lunch program.

Applicants might include public or private nonprofit school food authorities, units of local, municipal, county or state governments, public or private nonprofit organizations, residential summer camps or national youth sports programs.

Organizations approved to sponsor the Summer Food Service program are responsible for managing the feeding sites that provide the meals to youngsters.

Most participating organizations may be reimbursed for up to two meals a day – lunch and either breakfast or a snack. Those serving primarily migrant children may be reimbursed for up to three meals a day.

Residential camps may serve up to three

meals a day, but they are reimbursed only for meals served to children eligible for free or reduced price meals under the National School Lunch program.

More than 430,512 children in New Jersey receive free or reduced price meals in their schools under the National School Lunch program. In 2015, only 19 percent of the children in the state participating in the National School Lunch program had access to nutritious meals in the summer.

One hundred eight organizations in 2015 participated in the Summer Food Service program to provide nutritious meals to children during the summer.

In addition to the summer food program, the New Jersey Department of Agriculture, Division of Food and Nutrition, administers a number of programs

devoted to improving the quality and provision of food to New Jersey residents, in particular those most in need, including school nutrition programs and the Child and Adult Care Food program.

The division also administers the Emergency Food Assistance program (TEFAP), which distributes federally-donated commodities to six emergency feeding organizations statewide to distribute federally-donated foods to hundreds of soup kitchens, food pantries and public feeding sites ser ving the state’s neediest citizens.

For more information on the Summer Food Service program or to obtain an application, call 609-292- 4498. The deadline for submission of completed applications is June 15.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast

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ARIES (March 21-April 19): Avoid aggravations by remaining active. In the week to come you could end up at odds with a partner over shared finances or resources. Burn off worries and cares by exercising or finding other suitable distractions.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Fool’s names and fool’s faces are often seen in public places. In the upcoming week you may hide behind the curtains when the stage lights are turned on to guarantee the attention is placed on someone else.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Concentrate on completing common objectives. You may have self-interest in mind when tackling attaining a goal or a project this week. Do what is best for everyone concerned even if it means a minor sacrifice.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Don’t heed your needs. A plethora of fantasies could magnify your dissatisfaction with the status quo.

This isn’t the week to make major investments, ask someone to share your life or to interview for a new job.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You may be too gullible for your own good as this week unfolds.

You could easily become embroiled in debates if you ignore the fine print or make an error of judgment. A new romantic attraction could cause trouble.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Polish and brighten your sterling reputation as this week unfolds. Take steps to insure you are known as someone who follows through on promises and gets the job done. Sidestep major decisions or commitments.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Chance meetings with those who are beacons of sincerity may offer an opportunity to receive sound advice. Wait until next week to make your most important decisions about major purchases or financial affairs.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You would offer an aperitif to a thief. Your generous nature may be blind to the faults of others in the week to come. You could be kind hearted even when it isn’t appropriate. If fooled you may become angry.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Hamsters on a treadmill only give the appearance of progress. The more you try to gain ground the easier you lose it. You might spin your wheels if you attempt to start a new enterprise or project this week.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Don’t be put off by minor differences in opinions or backgrounds. Be especially cautious about how you spend your pennies in the week ahead. You could be attracted to deceptive get rich schemes.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Put the can opener away before you open that can of worms. In the week ahead you may voice imaginary fears or succumb to wishful thinking.

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By Wolfgang Puck

I’m always surprised by how often people talk about so-called “convenience” foods meals that have been prepared in advance and are sold in supermarkets either ready to serve or to reheat and eat. As a result, time and again home cooks are putting food that is past its prime on their dining tables. It’s often pumped up with salt, sugar and all sorts of additives that aren’t good for anyone.

To me, convenience has a different meaning. The trick is to start with good, fresh ingredients. Cook them simply, in ways that highlight their natural flavor, color, texture and goodness, and combine them with seasonings that pay the perfect complement to those qualities.

Let me show you what I mean by sharing one - well, actually, two - recipes from WolfgangPuckCookingSchool.com. One is linguine with shrimp and pesto; the other is a companion recipe for my pesto sauce.

Perfect for a quick weeknight supper and yet special enough for a casual dinner party, the pasta recipe features plump shrimp and easy-to-find dried linguine noodles, all seasoned with the lively flavors of fresh basil, garlic and extra-virgin olive oil. Those seasonings themselves are the principal ingredients of the pesto, a classic pasta sauce from Genoa, Italy. The preparation gets its name from a Latin word that means “to pound or crush,” a descriptive reference to the mortar and pestle that are traditionally used to reduce the ingredients to a thick, luscious paste. But, as you’ll learn from the recipe here and from the high-definition video lesson in my school, you can make the sauce far more quickly and easily with a food processor.

Also, note that the version of pesto I offer doesn’t have the Parmesan cheese often included in a pesto recipe. That’s because the sauce doesn’t keep as well if you blend cheese in it right away, as well as the fact that I find the Parmesan can mask rather than highlight the fresh, sweet flavor of the shrimp. Instead of the usual cheese you might expect to be sprinkled over each serving, I use a garnish of oil-toasted breadcrumbs for a deliciously crunchy contrast.

You’ll also be surprised to learn that the entire main course takes a matter of minutes to prepare once the water is boiling for the pasta. One taste and you’ll understand that real ingredients you cook for yourself can become the ultimate expression of convenience.

QUICK AND EASY PESTO SAUCE Makes about 2 cups (500 mL) 10 garlic cloves, peeled 3/4 cup (185 mL) pine nuts, toasted in a low oven or a dry saucepan over low heat 4 cups (1 L) packed fresh basil leaves only 1 cup (250 mL) extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt In a mini chopper, a blender or a food

processor fitted with the stainless-steel blade, combine the garlic, pine nuts, basil and olive oil.

Blend or process, until smoothly pureed, stopping several times as needed to scrape down the side of the bowl with a rubber spatula. Season to taste with salt. To store, pour into airtight containers and store in the refrigerator for up to several days; or freeze for up to several months, thawing in the refrigerator before use.

LINGUINE WITH SHRIMP AND PESTO Serves 4 3 tablespoons plus 1/4 cup (60 mL) extra-virgin olive oil 3/4 cup (185 mL) coarse dry breadcrumbs such as panko Kosher salt 12 ounces (375 g) linguine About 2 dozen large shrimp, peeled and deveined Freshly ground black pepper or white pepper 2 or 3 pinches crushed red pepper flakes 1/2 cup (125 mL) dry white wine 1/3 cup (85 mL) pesto sauce (see recipe), or store-bought pesto sauce 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley, plus small sprig for garnish Heat 3 tablespoons of the oil in a heavy medium skillet over medium-high heat.

Add the breadcrumbs. Stir to coat evenly with the oil. Cook until the crumbs are evenly browned and crisp, stirring often, about 5 minutes. Season with salt.

Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente, tender but still slightly chewy, following the manufacturer’s suggested cooking time. Remove and reserve 1 cup pasta cooking liquid from the pot. Drain the pasta through a colander.

Heat the remaining 1/4 cup (60 mL) oil in a heavy large skillet over high heat. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper and add them to the skillet. Toss until the shrimp begin to turn opaque, about 2 minutes.

Add the chili flakes, then the wine. Cook, stirring and scraping to deglaze the pan, until the wine evaporates and the shrimp are just cooked through, 1 to 2 minutes longer.

Add the pesto and butter, and toss to coat the shrimp with the sauce. Taste and adjust the seasonings, then stir in 2 tablespoons of the reserved pasta cooking liquid.

Add the drained pasta and chopped parsley to the skillet. Return the skillet to medium-high heat. Toss to coat the pasta and heat the dish through, 1 to 2 minutes, adding more pasta cooking liquid by the tablespoon if the sauce seems dry.

Twist about a fourth of the linguine onto a two-pronged carving fork and transfer to a serving plate, easing off the pasta to form a mound. Repeat for three more servings.

Distribute the shrimp evenly among the plates. Sprinkle generously with the breadcrumbs. Garnish with parsley sprigs.

(Chef Wolfgang Puck’s TV series,“Wolfgang Puck’s Cooking Class,” airs Sundays on the Food Network. Also, his latest cookbook, “Wolfgang Puck Makes It Easy,” is now available in bookstores. Write Wolfgang Puck in care of Tribune Media Services Inc., 2225 Kenmore Ave., Suite 114, Buffalo, NY 14207) © 2015 TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES, INC.

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