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Thousands Turn Out For Ocean County St. Patrick’s Parade

–Photos by Shawn Smith The annual Ocean County St. Patrick’s Day parade marched down the center green stripe of Seaside Heights, featuring the color guard for Jackson Township Police.

By Shawn Smith After about an hour delay, as OCEAN COUNTY – Despite organizers waited for traffic to forecasters calling for a chance slow from visitors gridlocked of rain, the 2016 Ocean County coming over the Tunney-Mathis St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Sea- bridge, it was time for police, side Heights was all sunshine and firefighters and emergency sersmiles on March 12. Thousands of vices to blare their horns and residents (and their pets) celebrat- sirens to kick off the parade ed in green as the parade made its around 1 p.m. way down the Boulevard.

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Ocean County Budget Drops, But Tax Rate Up Slightly

By Daniel Nee OCEAN COUNTY – County government will reduce its budget in 2016, but the tax rate will rise less than a penny if a proposed budget is adopted by the Board of Chosen Freeholders.

“This tax rate is still less than the tax rate was 12 years ago,” said

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Freeholder John C. Bartlett, who has spent decades shepherding the county’s annual spending plans.

The 2016 budget, as proposed, is reduced by about $13 million from 2015, for a total this year of $399.9 million. The reduction, Bartlett said, is due to Superstorm Sandy aid and reimbursements either

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“It is very difficult to compare one year’s budget, now, from another year’s budget because we are still experiencing the effects of Superstorm Sandy,” Bartlett said.

The county’s tax ratable base is still off about 14 percent due to (County - See Page 4)

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With No-Knock List Growing, Real Estate Solicitors Now Trying Texts

By Jennifer Peacock Jackson and Howell receiving JACKSON – As towns take a text messages from real estate look at their no-knock registries, agents. In Howell, residents hear residents are refrom “Joe Huffporting unwanted man,” identified as sales pitches are a real estate buyer now coming in via in Howell, NJ, as text message. reported by HowNo-knock regisell NJ Strong on tries prevent solicMarch 12. The text itors from going asks if the receivto your home and er is interested in giving you a sales selling their proppitch there. In severty, and is coming eral towns, that from 732-810-0149 also means real –Photo by Jennifer Peacock and 732-751-4581.

Advocates of the No-Knock estate soliciting.

Both numbers The issue stems ord i nance took to the go t o Hu f f ma n from the neigh- Brookwood neighborhood Properties, where borhoods in Jack- to help residents sign up for the caller is asked son, Howell and the registry. to leave a name, Toms River that border Lake- phone number, and proper ty wood, seeing realtors come out they are calling about. An online in droves as part the population search yielded no results for that boom Lakewood is experiencing. company name, but did find one The online chatter of late has Joe Huffman in Howell. No phone (No Knock - See Page 4) revolved around residents in both

Meet Your Teachers Of The Year

By Jennifer Peacock JACKSON – Every person who did every great thing, every person who had an audacious idea and said, ‘I’m going to make this happen,’ every inventor, every scientist and every hero, was at some point a student.

“A student who maybe had a teacher that inspired them to greatness, or an educational service professional who made the extra effort to support their learning and initiative. Genius and inspiration in students has to start somewhere… and for us here in the Jackson School Dis-

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trict it starts with making sure we support the type of people we will be honoring…”

So said Jack son Boa rd of Education President Sharon Dey before honoring the men and women who shape future generations, awarding the township’s Teachers and Educational Services Professionals.

The district recognized Michael Saulnier, a teacher at McAuliffe Middle School, as District Teacher of the Year.

Dey said Saulnier goes above and beyond for students and staff (Teachers - See Page 5)

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Managing Rheumatoid Arthritis

By Marian Nashed, OT Hand Therapist

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ave you ever noticed the joints in both of your hands to be swollen and painful? Do your joints remain painful and stiff for a long period of time, well into the morning? Has your ability to open jars, cut food, and turn doorknobs become more challenging? You may be one of the 1.3 million Americans suffering from Rheumatoid Arthritis.

Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is a systemic, chronic, autoimmune disorder that can cause joint deformities.

It can also decrease your ability to perform activities of daily living (ADL’s), cause muscle spasm and shortening, increase ligament laxity, and destroy bone and cartilage. In some cases, the synovial lining of tendons and tissues of internal organs may also be affected.

Research suggests that hand involvement is an early clinical sign of RA, with joint swelling occurring at the small knuckles or your proximal interphalangeal joints (PIP’s) and your larger knuckles or metacarpophalangeal joints (MCP’s), and wrists.

Signs and Symptoms of RA vary as the disease progresses, and symptoms may go into remission or exacerbate.

• Stage I: Early, Acute, Inflammatory: Increased pain, joint swelling and warmth in the knuckles and wrists of both hands • Stage II: Moderate, subacute: Decreased range of motion (ROM), decreased pain symptoms, and weakening of soft tissues and joints • Stage III: Severe, chronic active, destructive: Decreased ROM, increased soft tissue involvement, and increased joint deformities • Stage IV: Chronic: Severe deformities affecting both hands, with the dominant hand being more severely damaged

CAUSES AND RISK FACTORS: The exact cause of rheumatoid arthritis is unknown, but those with a family history of rheumatoid arthritis, are more likely to be diagnosed with RA, due to the genes affecting the immune system making people more prone. Both genders may be affected, but

women have a greater than 75% chance of getting RA, with onset between 20-50 years of age.

used items like kitchen utensils, gardening tools, and pens.

• Using spring loaded scissors that are readily available to open up packages, instead of fingers to pinch.

• Avoid using squeeze bottles or tubes, to decrease stress on the joints. A better alternative would be pump bottles for shampoo, toothpaste, lotions, and soaps.

• Use lightweight cookware, to avoid excessive load to the joints.

• Use both arms to carry objects, close to the body, and avoid using hand to lift heavy groceries and handbags.

TREATMENT OPTIONS: IN ACCORDANCE WITH SEEING A RHEUMATOLOGIST TO MANAGE RA SYMPTOMS. OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY AND PHYSICAL THERAPY CAN HELP: • Decrease Pain in joints • Maintain or increase range of motion & strength • Provide education on adaptive equipment and compensatory techniques to resume ADL performance • Fabricate resting hand splints to prevent further joint deformity & recommend daytime splinting options.

– Resting hand splints: Allow your fingers and wrists to remain in good alignment, and decrease your pain.

– Silver ring splints: Allows freedom to perform activities during the day, while keeping the fingers positioned in proper alignment. The Hand Therapists at All-Care Physical Therapy Center, LLC, are equipped with the knowledge and measuring kit required to evaluate the most appropriate splint to improve function.

JOINT PROTECTION & ENERGY CONSERVATION TECHNIQUES: • Replacing doorknobs and faucets with levers to decrease the amount of strain on the joints.

• Using a pizza cutter or rocker knife to cut up food instead of a traditional knife to decrease stress to the joints • Adding built up, large cushioned handles, for commonly

Rheumatoid Arthritis can have a significant impact on the use of both your hands making your ADL’s more challenging.

Recognizing and addressing RA in its early stages will provide the best prognosis for this chronic disorder. At AllCare Physical Therapy, our hand therapists specialize in the treatment of RA and other hand disorders. Contact your physician if you are experiencing these symptoms and ask if an Occupational Therapist at All-Care can help. OT hand therapy is currently practiced in our Toms River (732-5696556) or Whiting (732-849-0700) locations.

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Marian’s professional focus has been on orthopedic care, with an emphasis on hand therapy. She has completed affiliations in hand therapy, outpatient orthopedic rehabilitation, acute care, pediatrics, and mental health. Marian is currently in the process of becoming a certified hand therapist. She has also continued to grow her knowledge base by attending and completing courses in: · Evidence-Based Physical Agents: Application and Practice · Neuro-integrative Functional Rehabilitation and Habilitation · Healing of Magic · AOTA Specialty Conference on Stroke · Kinesiotaping I & II · Mulligan Concept Upper Quadrant Course · Lymphedema (Leduc Method)

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number was available with that listing.

Both Jackson and Howell require that door-to-door solicitors apply for permits before canvassing. Both townships also have no-knock registries, which allow residents to opt out of receiving such solicitors.

However, it’s beyond the jurisdiction of municipal governments to restrict phone calls or mail.

Using the no-knock registries is the main way a resident can prevent what they may feel are bothersome solicitors. The process often begins at town hall, with a form to

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properties that have yet to be repaired or rebuilt following the storm.

Budget Changes In Law Enforcement In 2016, the county government faces costly new responsibilities, including the obligation to hire five new detectives at the prosecutor’s office and three new sheriff’s officers.

That is primarily because of a state bail reform law that guarantees arrestees access to a bail determination within 48 hours of their arrest. This necessitates the hiring of additional staff to work full-time

fill out to get on the no-knock list.

Some residents have decided to take the paperwork to neighbors in Flair and Brookwood 1 and 2 in Jackson this past Saturday. The Facebook page Jackson NJ Strong announced that members of the group would in those neighborhoods with applications, which they in turn will deliver to town hall and return to residents’ homes with the no-knock decal.

Jackson NJ Strong responded to The Times and said their efforts were met with positive feedback.

And while applications for the Jackson registry are available for download online, residents must print the application, fill it

out and either mail it or deliver it to town hall. Jackson NJ Strong wants to see the township provide an application that can be filled out online.

In Jackson, Council President Rob Nixon spoke at the March 8 council meeting on the topic, prefacing his comments with the fire in Lakewood that damaged what appears to have been an illegal dormitory.

“The improper tactics of Realtors, real estate speculators, panic peddlers and blockbusters hoping to prey on Jackson is an issue that concerns us all. Again I will say, if you see something, say something,” Nixon said. “There are resources available to address these concerns at the disposal

of our residents today.”

All residents should sign up for the noknock registry, he said.

“Don’t believe those who attempt to flippantly dismiss this tool. Our law is strong, it’s effective, and its penalties hit harder than those laws passed in towns nearby,” Nixon said.

He also told residents that they must report possible transgressions to the appropriate local, county, state and federal authorities.

“We are a wonderful and welcoming community, but we are bound to live by the same rules and the same laws. Respect for the law equals respect for each other,” Nixon said.

on weekends.

Another state obligation, the county’s contribution to state-run mental health institutions, rose by 33 percent for 2016.

“It’s only going to get worse,” said Freeholder Jack Kelly, of the money that is being expended on mental health services.

“As we hear more about keeping less people in jail, many of those people are going to require mental health services.”

Tax Rate And Budget Figures The tax rate will rise three-tenths of one cent, to 35.3 cents per $100 of assessed real estate value.

The county budget will be supported by $16.5 million from the surplus fund,

which rose to $43 million over the course of 2015, equaling about 10 percent of the overall budget.

The percent of surplus used is a key indicator to allow the county to maintain its AAA bond rating.

“If anything can guarantee our triple-A bond ratings in the future, this is it,” said Bartlett. “We grew the surplus on the order of $7 million, which means we don’t have to worry about this as much in the future.”

The county will generate about $2 million in revenue this year from new ratables that have come on board as the recovery from Sandy continues. The

county’s overall tax base increased by $2 billion, from $92.5 to $94.5.

Bartlett received accolades from his colleagues on the board for his budget presentation.

“He has always been king of making sure we are a fiscally conservative county,” said Freeholder Virginia Haines. “John always does an excellent job.”

The Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders introduced the $399.9 million spending package during the Board’s March 16 public meeting.

A public hearing on the budget and its anticipated adoption is scheduled for April 6.

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alike. He’s a popular teacher who is sought out for his technology expertise by students and peers.

“Students love being in his class and using the newest technology to create projects, and outside the classroom he finds ways to connect with students on a more personal level by being a ski club advisor, role model and mentor,” Dey said. “In the words of one of his peers: ‘He gave up some personal time to play basketball afterschool with a select group of students who needed a mentor.’ And, ‘He can be seen with at-risk students trying to make a difference in their lives.’”

“To say it is an honor being nominated and chosen as district teacher, would be an understatement. To know that I was nominated by such talented, dedicated and caring colleagues is truly humbling,” Saulnier told The Jackson Times.

The district also recognized ESL Teacher Lucinda Granatelli as District Educational Services Professional of the year. She teaches at Rosenauer Elementary School, and has been with the district since 1988.

“And even when the school day stops, she doesn’t. She has even helped the families of her students to complete resumes and letters of recommendations that will help the family better their lives,” Dey said.

“In the words of this candidate’s peers: ‘She goes to extraordinary measures to find materials that enable her students to better understand the rigorous demands of

The Jackson Times, March 19, 2016, Page 5 the curriculum.’”

“Receiving the Educational Service Professional Award for the Jackson School District has been such an honor,” Granatelli told The Jackson Times. “I genuinely feel that when you’re surrounded by some of the best teachers in your district and hard-working English as a Second Language (ESL) students, it can only bring out the best in you.”

The teachers and educational service professionals of the year at each school include: Crawford-Rodriguez Elementary School: Teacher Erica Georgiano and Reading Specialist Laura Hughes.

Elms Elementary School: Teacher Danielle Parella and Reading Specialist Jill Villecco.

Holman Elementary School: Teacher Christina Castro and Paraprofessional Kim McDonald.

Johnson Elementary School: Teacher Marissa DiStasi-Kisam and NCLB Teacher Shawn Levison.

Rosenauer Elementary School: Teacher Barbara McGill and ESL Teacher Lucinda Granatelli.

Switlik Elementary School: Teacher Maria Vlahos and Nurse Patti Kossman Goetz Middle School: Teacher Heather Callahan and Media Specialist Jackie Daton.

McAuliffe Middle School: Teacher Michael Saulnier and Speech Language Specialist Peggy Allaire Jackson Liberty High School: Teacher Todd Engle and Student Assistance Counselor Andrea Mangini-Harold Jackson Memorial High School: Teacher

Sean Bayha and Student Assistance Counselor Maryann Stenta.

These educators were also presented certificates by the Jackson Township Council. President Rob Nixon stepped in for Mayor Michael Reina when presenting the awards.

“We were all blessed one way or another in the course of our lives by a teacher, or teachers, who [helped] us, put up with us, who gave us direction and allowed us to ad-

vance into successful, happy lives,” Nixon said. Nixon himself is a part-time adjunct professor. “I totally respect everything you have to do on a daily basis.”

Councilman Barry Calogero weighed in as well.

“I was one of the students that was bad,” he said, eliciting chuckles from the dais and audience. “But I thank you for turning me out and pulling me by the ear and making me a better person.”

–Photo by Jennifer Peacock The Jackson Township Teachers and Educational Service Professionals of the Year received recognition from both the Board of Education and municipal government. Here, the educators just finished receiving certificates from Council President Rob Nixon.

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Calls Are Really Scams For weeks, New Jersey residents have been bombarded by phone calls from scammers claiming to be from the IRS or other government agencies.

AARP members have made reports that these callers are threatening to have them arrested barring immediate payment.

The name Dennis Grey is sometimes (but not always) given and the phone numbers have varied with area codes being from all areas of New Jersey, as well as from across the country.

Please be advised that these calls are not legitimate.

If you receive a call from someone claiming to be from the IRS, regardless of what ap-

pears on your caller ID (which can be spoofed), do not give them any identifying information. Instead, insist that they send all communication in writing.

The IRS will never communicate with you by phone without first sending correspondence by mail.

T he A A R P Fraud Watch Network (FraudWatchNetwork.org) is a free resource for New Jersey residents can get scam alerts, learn about scammers’ latest tricks, and find out what to do if they’ve been victimized.

Being informed is your best defense against these scammers.

Jaime McClennen Princeton AARP New Jersey

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Flat Tax Only Fair Tax For 30 years or more I have waited for the Congress of the United States to find the courage to tackle the unfairness of our tax code.

I’m still waiting.

Our tax code has been used for decades for social engineering, “feel good” creating and vote-buying.

Some people have a weird understanding of the word “fair.”

If I have no children, for whatever reason, and you have four, I had no involvement in creating this situation.

If you decide to give your money to the church and other charities that is commendable. I applaud you.

If you buy a house and take a mortgage for a half a million dollars and pay a large monthly interest fee, that is your decision. If your big house is in a high real estate tax area, your decision.

If you go to the casino weekly and lose a lot of money, that’s your decision.

I could go on, but you get the idea. In all of these situations I had no responsibility. I am still forced to help pay for them due to our so-called “fair” tax code.

The only true fair tax would be a simple “flat tax” on gross income. There is a lot of talk in the political world for finally fixing the tax mess; let’s see if any of it comes to reality after the campaign “vote buying” season is over.

William Staples Whiting

Letters To The Editor Budget Needs To Fix State’s Problems

Gov. Christie still has a tremendous opportunity over the next two years to right the fiscal ship here in New Jersey and to cement his legacy. That starts with crafting fiscally prudent budgets and addressing two of the state’s most pressing fiscal challenges: our pension and health benefits crisis and transportation funding.

Americans for Prosperity applauds the governor’s commitment to tackling these major issues in a way that’s fair to taxpayers.

The governor is also to be commended for speaking out strongly against reckless constitutional amendments on pensions and the minimum wage which will only make our state less competitive, while threatening the imposition of disastrous tax hikes on middle-class families.

On the other hand, the governor’s $34.8 billion budget proposal still represents a 20 percent increase— close to $6 billion—over Gov. Corzine’s last budget.

AFP believes much more can and should be done to streamline the budget and spend our tax dollars more effectively.

Of course, the responsibility for addressing New Jersey’s problems is not the governor’s alone.

Lawmakers also have a responsibility to their constituents and to taxpayers to work with the governor

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to resolve our state’s pressing fiscal challenges. Gov. Christie extended an olive branch today to legislators on the Democratic side of the aisle to work with him in good faith over the remaining days of his term.

If they truly care about the well-being and quality of life of our residents, they will accept it.

Erica Jedynak Americans for Prosperity State Director, New Jersey

How to Tell If Congress Is Working Again

There have been encouraging signs that the Republican leadership on Capitol Hill wants to make Congress function again.

They’ve talked about using conference committees more, allowing a more open process for rank-and-file members, enacting separate appropriation bills rather than using omnibus bills, and letting committees lead on legislation rather than hoarding all power in the leadership offices. Perhaps most important, they’ve acknowledged that Congress has many bad habits, and insist that they want to restore a healthy legislative process.

This has to be heartening to any American concerned about the level of dysfunction to which Congress had sunk. The question is, how can we tell if Congress is actually fixing itself? For as promising as the rhetoric might be, there’s a long way to go before words and reality meet on Capitol Hill.

Here’s what you should keep your eye on: First, differences in emphasis separate the leaders of the two houses, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and House Speaker Paul Ryan. Ryan is intent on pressing forward with key policy proposals that would anchor a bold Republican legislative agenda. But that’s because the Republican majority in the House is not generally believed to be at risk. Over in the Senate,

things are different: control of that body next year is up for grabs, and McConnell seems to be focused on maintaining his par ty’s majority. For his members, boldness is a risk. This difference could lead to slim production.

So look to see how many and which issues the two leaders really push forward. Will they advance the Trans-Pacific Partnership trade deal in some version, or let it slide until the elections are past? Will they tackle tax reform? How about authorizing support for the war against ISIS? Ryan has already removed one key matter — immigration reform — from the table. Will other pressing issues also bite the dust?

The second big indicator is whether Congress has the political will to fix itself.

Most members say publicly that they don’t want gridlock and are dedicated to making the institution function smoothly. The key measure of whether they really mean it is the attitude they take toward their political adversaries.

If what you hear on Capitol Hill is nothing but distrust, then they’re not serious. If they’re willing to negotiate and compromise with one another — as happened at the end of last year, with the passage of an omnibus spending package — then there’s hope.

Third is what you might think of as the rolled-upsleeves test. How hard are members of Congress willing to work at addressing the key issues facing the country? So far, the evidence is disappointing. The legislative schedule put out by the congressional leadership is, to be blunt, lax.

On average, members of Congress will be working about nine days a month.

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SPOTLIGHT ON GOVERNMENT Correspondence & Commentary From Your Local, County, State & Federal Officials

From The Ocean County Freeholders: Freeholders Help Residents Achieve Home Ownership Dream

OCEA N COU N T Y – Ocean County off icials a n t i c i p a t e h e l p i n g 16 additional county families purchase their first homes this year under the Ocean County First-Time Homebuyer program.

“I am pleased to announce that in 2016 we will reach our 500th family helpi ng them ma ke their dream of home owne r sh ip a r e a l it y,” s a id Freeholder Vi rgi nia E. “Gi n ny” Hai nes, who serves as liaison to the C o u n t y Pl a n n i n g D e partment, which oversees the program. “More than just bricks and mor tar, a home instills a sense

OCEAN COUNTY – As it enters its 19th boating season, the Ocean County Pumpout Boat program, the largest in the state, continues to provide environmental benefits and some extra eyes for safety on county waterways.

“Since the program began in 1997, 65,000 recreational boats have used the free service and more than 1.3 million gallons of ef f lu e nt h ave b e e n d ispose d of prope rly,” said Freeholder Joseph H. Vicari, who serves as liaison to the program.

“This program has been ext remely popula r a nd extremely successful and I am happy to announce its continuation into the 2016 boating season.”

The Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders is ex p e c t e d t o a u t ho r i z e operational agreements for the upcoming boating season during its March 2 meeting.

“This program has been a great partnership with the state, our municipalities, the Ocean County Utilities Author it y and the Tuckerton Seaport,” Vicari said.

of pr ide wh ile prov iding security to a family.

There is really no place like home.”

Ocean County has adm i n i s t e r e d t h e Fi r s t Ti me Homebuye r p ro gram since 1994 and to date 497 families have r e c eive d a s sist a nc e t o purchase a home.

“This Board of Freeholders, with its community partners, is helping moms and dads and their ch i ld r e n t a ke t h at big step of purchasing their first home,” Haines said.

The Ocean Count y Board of Chosen Freeholders is renewing its cont r a ct w it h O CEA N

I n c., t h e a n t i - p ove r t y agency, to oversee t he program for 2016. It has been the ad minist rator a nd con su lt a nt for t he program since 1997.

“T his prog ram also i l l u s t r a t e s t h e i m p o rt a n c e of p a r t n e r s h i p s a mong pu bl ic, p r ivat e and non-profit agencies here in Ocean County,” Hai ne s said. “OCEA N Inc., nine lending instit ut ions, Ocean Cou nt y and the U.S. Department of Hou si ng a nd Urba n D e velo p m e nt h ave a l l joined together in making homeownership a reality.

The end result of this program is priceless.”

Un d e r t h e c o n t r a c t , OCEAN Inc. will administer $160,000 in federal home f unds that will be used for dow n payments and closing cost a s s i s t a n c e t ow a r d t h e purchase of a home for 16 low and moderate income families in 2016.

“Moving into that first home is such an importa nt a ch ieve me nt for a family,” said Freeholder Director John P. Kelly.

“Even in a difficult economy we wa nt ou r cit izens to be able to obtain the American Dream of home ownership and this p r og r a m h a s p r ov id e d them with the ability to

do so.”

In order to apply, an ap pl ica nt mu st h ave a three percent down payment with one and a half percent from their own funds, and meet the foll ow i n g c r i t e r i a : g o o d credit rating, suff icient income to support mortgage payments and their income must not exceed the H U D i ncome li mit set for the Ocean County region.

“T h is prog ra m helps f i rst time homeow ners learn the ins and outs of homeownership,” Haines said. “The potential buyers are schooled in budgeting and finances and

all those details needed to be a successful homeowner. There is a ver y valuable educational component t hat comes along with this program.”

A t ot al of $ 4.2 m i llion in Home Investment Partnership funding has been allocated to the First-Time Homebuyers program in Ocean Count y si n c e 19 9 4. Ho m e s pu rchased have a tot al real estate value of more t h a n $9 2 m i l l i o n a n d the average home price closed within the last 18 months is $158,000.

For more program information, contact OCEAN Inc. at 732-288-2614.

Pumpout Boat Program Enters 19th Year

The costs to operate all t he boat s a re split be tween the county and the Ocean County Utilities Authority.

“The $120,000 budget covers the boat captains, fuel, maintenance, insurance and other incident al costs,” Vicar i said.

“This allows the service to be prov ided f ree of charge to boaters.” The state Department of Environ mental Protection also provides some funds to offset the operational costs.

The six boats were all purchased by Ocean Cou nt y w it h t he cost s being reimbursed through t h e C l e a n Ve s s e l Ac t Grant and the NJ Shoreto -Please license plate program.

“I am very pleased to have sponsored the legislation that created the ‘Shore-to-Please’ license plate program which helps provide funding for the pumpout boat program,” said Freeholder Virginia E. “Ginny” Haines, who served in the state Legislature. “I am happy to see these funds resulted in such a successful program

t h at help s t o p r e se r ve Ba r negat Bay a nd ou r environment.”

Vicari said the pumpout boat program is essential for a county like Ocean County which relies on tourism for its economic base.

“When boaters are una bl e t o u s e t h e m a n y pu mpouts based at the marinas throughout the cou nt y, they should be using the pumpout boats,” he said. “We now operate six pumpout boats that are helping us do our part to keep Barnegat Bay and its tributaries clean. We encourage all of our boaters who are out enjoying the bay and our rivers to use this free service and stop waste water pollut ants from entering our waterways.”

Ocean County’s pumpout boats are specially equipped vessels capable of emptying the on-board toilets and tanks of other boats, thus keeping waste f rom enter i ng the bay.

The boats cover different areas of the bay throughout Ocean County. The pumpout boats can be accessed by contacting the

captains on VHF Radio Channel 9.

“We are home to the greatest number of mar i n a s i n t he st at e. We want people to use our bays and our rivers for r e c r e a t io n a l b o a t i ng ,” Vicari said. “But we also want ever yone to enjoy these wonderful natural habitats responsibly and to be mindful of the environment that needs to be protected and preserved.”

T he Bay Defender, a 23-foot boat with a 420 gallon holding tank and operated by Brick Township was launched in 2014 and joined the Bay Saver i n pat rol l i ng nor t he r n Barnegat Bay. Two other boats operate in central Ba r negat Bay a nd t wo boats pat rol Lit tle Egg H a r b or. T h e C i r cle of Life which is sponsored

by Seaside Park was the first pumpout boat in the

state.

The boats operate Memor ial Day weekend t h r ou g h O c t ob e r e a ch year, including major holidays like July 4th, and have steadily expanded their operations.

For more infor mation on the pumpout boat prog r a m , v i sit t he O c e a n C o u n t y Pl a n n i n g D e p a r t m e n t ’s we b s it e a t planning.co.ocean.nj.us/ coastal.htm.

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JACKSON – Ocean County is taking steps to replace a 40-year-old culvert under Jackson Mills Road.

“This is a 40-year-old corrugated aluminum box culvert that carries a tributary of the South Branch of the Metedeconk River under Jackson Mills Road,” said Freeholder Director John P. Kelly, director of Law and Public Safety. “In addition to replacing the culvert, the project includes new safety features resulting in a better roadway for our motorists.”

The Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders is expected to authorize the Ocean County Engineer to advertise the project.

The replacement culvert will be a precast concrete structure eight-feet high and 16-feet wide. To increase motorist safety crossing the bridge, the pavement will

be widened to 40 feet. The approaching roadways will also be modified to meet the latest standards of the American Association of State and Highway Transportation Officials (AASHTO) in order to improve the sight and stopping distances.

“With more than 620 miles of county roads to maintain, it’s imperative each project we undertake provides safety improvements for our motorists and pedestrians,” said Kelly, who serves as liaison to the County Engineering Department. “Safety on our roads is a priority of this Board of Freeholders.”

The project will be done with staged construction in order to allow for continued traffic flow.

The work is expected to take about seven months to complete.

4th Annual Lose the Litter Event

PLUMSTED – Join the Plumsted Youth for Nature and the Environment (PYNE) on April 16, between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m., to celebrate Earth Day by cleaning up litter in the community.

Friends, families, school clubs, scouting groups, youth groups, etc. are invited to pull together a volunteer crew and pitch in. Individuals can join in as well.

Pre-registration is appreciated. Trash bags and gloves will be provided. A limited number of pick up sticks will also be

available to borrow.

Register by contacting Dominic Esposito at pyne.vicepresident@gmail.com or 609649-3711. Register by April 6.

Report to the Plumsted Township Municipal Building, 121 Evergreen Road, on April 16 to pick up your map and receive your collection instructions and supplies.

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JACKSON – The Jackson Rotary Club is sponsoring a bus trip to the Tropicana Casino in Atlantic City on April 3. The cost of the trip is $32, which includes bus transportation, lunch and beverages on the bus, $25 back in slot play from the casino and gratuity for bus driver.

Bus leaves promptly from Brookwood Plaza, at the corner of County Line Road and New Prospect Road, at noon and returns to Jackson at 9 p.m.

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ALLEN’S Tourism Continues To Boost County’s Economy

OCEAN COUNTY – Tourists love Ocean County more than ever, with record numbers of visitors spending time and money here in 2015.

Tourism now injects $4.6 billion into the county’s economy, up from $4.3 billion in 2014.

“There is no question that tourism is the number one industry in Ocean County,” said Freeholder Joseph H. Vicari. “These numbers prove that tourism is not only strong, but is growing.”

A report issued by the state Division of Travel and Tourism confirms what county officials had predicted: tourism figures are climbing three years following Superstorm Sandy.

Ocean County now accounts for more than 10 percent of all tourism dollars generated in the state.

“We’ve seen a five percent increase in tourism dollars in only one year,” said Vicari, who serves as liaison to the Ocean County Department of Business Development and Tourism. “We fully expect to see this number grow with each passing season.”

Only Atlantic and Cape May counties generated more dollars in 2015.

By comparison, Monmouth County tourism economy stands at $2.4 billion, about half of Ocean County’s total.

“More and more visitors continue to be attracted to our 44 miles of white sandy beaches, the Barnegat Bay, the Pinelands and other destinations such as Six Flags and our boardwalks,” Vicari said. “For our residents, this means a stronger local economy, employ-

ment and a more stable tax base.”

In 2015, Ocean County tourism generated $451.4 million in state and local tax revenue.

Additionally, more than 37,000 tourism-related jobs were created in the county.

“Tourism helps put people back to work,” Vicari said. More than 98 percent of all the county’s tourism-related businesses are “Mom & Pop” family owned businesses, he continued.

“The money they make stays in Ocean County,” he said. “Every tourism dollar recirculates seven times.”

Vicari said that while some residents may complain about crowded roads and beaches every summer, the benefits of tourism far outweigh the inconveniences.

“Every homeowner in the county would pay an average of $1,400 more a year in taxes if it wasn’t for tourism,” he said.

State-wide, the tourism outlook is bright.

The report predicts tourism spending in New Jersey will top $50 billion by 2020.

“In Ocean County, we expect to reach $5 billion within the next several years,” Vicari said.

Freeholder Director John P. Kelly said low gas prices have also helped drive people to the county and the Jersey Shore.

“For more than 100 years tourists have been coming to Ocean County. People around the state and in New York and Philadelphia know the good things we have to offer,” said Kelly, who is also director of Law and Public Safety.

“Our Tourism Department has done a great job reaching out to other parts of the country and to Canada in an effort to attract new visitors.”

Afternoon Movie In April: “Spectre”

JACKSON – The Jackson branch of the Ocean County Library will present the latest James Bond movie on April 19. A cryptic message from James Bond’s past sends him on a trail to uncover sinister or-

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Through the online registration service, residents can: view program descriptions, register and pay online.

Payments for online registration may be charged to your MasterCard or Visa credit card. Online payment transactions are handled over a secure network through C a p t u re p o i n t . c o m . I t s s e c u r e s e r v e r software encrypts all of your personal information including credit card number, name and address so that it cannot be read as the information travels over the Internet.

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ganization. While M battles political forces to keep the secret service alive, Bond peels back the layers of deceit to reveal the terrible truth behind Spectre. Starring Daniel Craig, Christoph Waltz and Lea Seydoux.

This event will take place April 19 at 2 p.m. at the Jackson branch of the Ocean County Library. To register and find out more information about the title, call the Jackson branch at 732-928-4400, Option 4 or go online at theoceancountylibrary.org; Calendar of Events, Jackson.

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Students Celebrate Dr. Seuss’ Birthday

JACKSON – At Saint Aloysius School in Jackson, students are encouraged to develop a love of reading. In addition to the required reading lists, students develop a sense of what type of books they enjoy and are challenged to read many books over the course of the school year.

In keeping with this part of our curriculum, the Read Across America initiative and in honor of Dr. Seuss’s birthday, Mrs. Nemeth’s Kindergarten children were read to by Mrs. Emmons’ Third Grade students.

The Kindergarteners were excited to hear Dr. Seuss books being read to them and the

– Photo courtesy Saint Aloysius School Students enjoyed celebrating Dr. Seuss’ Birthday reading his books and wearing hats.

Third Graders were proud to share their love of reading. The Pre-K students also got into the theme of the day by making funny hats, reading their favorite Dr. Seuss books and learning about the famous author, Theodor Seuss Geisel.

The students in second grade started their Dr. Seuss celebration earlier in the week as the boys and girls brought in their favorite Dr. Seuss books to read, to share and enjoy with their classmates. Then on Wednesday, they began the day by putting on their hats and had a day filled with all kinds of Seussical fun. Once again, the older students, the fifth graders, came for a special visit to read and to listen to many of the second grade student’s favorite Dr. Seuss books. The day ended with a very special Mystery Reader “Mr. Phil”, who is the husband of Miss Doreen, one of our beloved staff members. Mr. Phil treated the class to a very special reading of “The Cat in the Hat.” The Read Across America initiative motivates children to develop their own lifelong love of reading. “The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go,” as said by Dr. Seuss.

For more information on Saint Aloysius School, visit the school on Facebook at Saint Aloysius School, its website staloysiusschool. com or call the school office at 732-370-1515 ext. 312.

Township Donates Military Surplus To Fire District

By Catherine Galioto JACKSON – Some military surplus the township owned will be donated to a local fire district.

The two vehicles will assist in high water rescues, Mayor Michael Reina said at a recent council meeting. The vehicles were owned by the township but considered surplus, granted through the military surplus program the township is enrolled in. The township no longer needs them.

The vehicles are going to Jackson Township Fire District No. 2. The resolution donating them was approved at the January 19 council meeting.

The military vehicles are two 1991 Bowen-McLaughlin-York M92, which are five-ton troop carriers, according to the resolution.

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This event will take place on April 11 at 6 p.m.

To register and find out more information about the title, please call the Jackson Branch at 732928-4400, Option 4 or go online at theoceancountylibrary.org; Calendar of Events, Jackson.

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Women’s Career And Life Event

OCEAN COUNTY – The Displaced Homemakers program of Ocean County and Ocean County College’s Career, Employment and Counseling Services are sponsoring a Women’s Career and Life Event on April 16, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Fifth Floor, Gateway (Building #101), Ocean County College Main Campus, College Drive. This event is open to the public.

Admission is $9, which includes refreshments and workshop materials. It is $6 for current OCC and Kean-Ocean students with valid ID. Registration is required. Seating is limited. To register or for more information, call Career, Employment and Counseling Services at Ocean County College at 732-255-0400, ext. 2945. Visit ocean.edu.

The schedule for the event is as follows: 8:30 a.m. – Registration and refreshments.

9 a.m. – Welcome.

9:30 a.m. – Susan Ebeling-Witte, OCC Career coordinator, Career, Employment and Counseling Services. Previously, Ebeling-Witte served as OCC Director of Student Support Services and Coordinator of the Displaced Homemakers program of Ocean County. She provides personal, crisis and career counseling to students, alumni and faculty. Ebeling-Witte also developed OCC’s SuicideAwareness program, presenting seminars and workshops to thousands of students, faculty and staff. She holds a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from Monmouth University and is a licensed Professional Counselor in the State of New Jersey, maintaining certification as a counselor by the National Board of Certified Counselors. Ebeling-Witte is a member in the New Jersey Community College Counseling Association, American Counseling Association, National Career Development Association and the American Association of Suicidology.

10 a.m. – Kathy DiMario, OCC adjunct professor in the Department of Business, Social Science and Human Services. Previously, she worked as a social security manager; after retiring, DiMario attended graduate school and earned a Master of Arts in Psychological Counseling from Monmouth University, where she was awarded “Outstanding Academic Achievement” and “Outstanding Counselor.” She is owner of Second Acts Career Services in Toms River, specializing in resume writing, career transition and social media. DiMario also facilitates career workshops for the Ocean County Displaced Homemakers program. Along with her daughter, she is a published author of the children’s book, “What Kind of Dog Am I?” based on Posha, her daughter’s rescue dog.

11 a.m. – Donna Cardillo, RN, CSP, is “The Inspiration Nurse.” She is a powerhouse of energy, wisdom, humo, and solid content. She has been referred to as a positive force of nature that lights a path for others to follow. Cardillo is an expert blogger at DoctorOz. com, the original “Dear Donna” columnist at Nurse. com and appears regularly on television and radio (“The Doctor Oz Show” and “Today”).

The Women’s Life and Career Event is funded by The Displaced Homemakers program of Ocean County; Ocean County College Department of Career, Employment and Counseling Services and the New Jersey Department of Children and Families, Division on Women.

Co-sponsoring organizations include American Association of University Women, North Ocean County Branch; Family Planning Center of Ocean County, Inc.; Kean University at Ocean County College; New Jersey Association of Women Business Owners; Ocean County Advisory Commission on the Status of Women; The Ocean County Woman; Soroptimist International of Toms River; Women’s Network at Ocean County College and Women’s Studies at Georgian Court University.

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Workplace Noise Although many construction and manufacturing jobs state that hearing protection should be worn at all times on the job, these warnings are not always adhered to. Those who wear hearing protection may not be wearing it at all times; it may be removed to talk with co-workers or supervisors despite close proximity to high-noise producing machines, and depending upon how loud those machines are, damage can be caused fairly quickly. Even with hearing protection, noise damage can slowly accumulate and wear on the delicate hair cells in the inner ear.

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5k Run/Walk To Care For The Coast OCEAN COUNTY – Get ready to tie on your running shoes and lobster bibs for The First Annual Lobster Run/Walk 5k to Care for the Coast in Asbury Park.

The American Littoral Society will partner with Langosta Lounge and Shifting Sands for an event sure to be fun for all participants.

The event will start April 23 at 4 p.m. on the Asbury Park boardwalk outside the Langosta Lounge. Packet pick-up begins at 2:30 p.m. The run/walk will be followed by an optional after-party with food and drink provided by The Langosta Lounge. The first 500 registrants have the option to include a lobster feast with race registration. A light bites menu is available for all others.

The course is suitable for all ages and will take participants through Asbury Park and into Ocean Grove. Participate on your own or form a team with friends, co-workers or family members.

The event will be held rain or shine and include live race results and awards for the top three male and female finishers and agegroup winners. Pre-registered runners and walkers will receive an event t-shirt.

Online registration is available at RaceForum.com/Lobster. Register before April 16 to get discount, the price will increase on April 17.

Start and finish are at Langosta Lounge, 1000 Ocean Avenue. Parking available across the street and plenty of parking in public lots. Event is rain or shine.

For questions about the event, contact Doug Rice at 732-915-9139 or drice@ raceforum.com.

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For more information about the American Littoral Society or to become a member, visit littoralsociety.org or call 732-291-0055.

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Wintertime is one of my favorite times of the year. Ahh…snowy days, crackling fire, fluffy sweaters…Cough!

Cough! Haaaaack! With all there is a lot to enjoy during this season, the winter months are commonly known as ‘Cold and Flu’ season or ‘Sniff and Sneeze’ season because of the nasty little virus es that come with it. I just dealt with the flu recently and posted a video about how I overcame the bug in less than 24 hours.

No matter how long it takes you to recover, the winter season always starts and ends with an annoying cough.

Coughing is the body’s natural way of clearing out the air passages in our lungs. Did you know, a bad cough can clock speeds up to 60mph? We’re all going to have to run a little faster to get away from the germs. I have many natural options for you today. These will help tame your cough: 1. Honey With Coffee – Honey has been widely used to treat coughs for years and years. Swallowing a spoonful or two calms the throat and has been shown just as effective as an over-thecounter cough suppressant ingredient, dextromethorphan (or “DM”) according to the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 2010. In the Primary Care Respiratory Journal, researchers evaluated drinking honey with coffee every eight hours and found it to be more effective than steroids.

2. Ginger – Ginger has been used medicinally for thousands of years and has

be e n u se d to suppor t almost ever y condition including asthma, migraines, constipation and bronchitis. It is a superior antioxidant and can be cut or crushed into small pieces and added to five cups of water with some lemon and honey.

Boil the mixture until half of the tea remains and then sip the tea. Do this every two to three hours for cough relief.

You can also put 1 drop of essential oil in hot water and do a steam inhalation.

3. Bromelain – Bromelain is a natural enzyme that fights inflammation and infections. High amounts of bromelain are found in pineapples. Bromelain has been found to help reduce the airway inflammation in lungs, which could ease a cough. That’s according to Alternative Theraies in Health and Medicine, 2012.

I’d suggest supplementation, bromelain capsules are sold at health food stores.

4. Afrin or similar – These stop post nasal drip in about 10 minutes and that can ‘shut you up’ very quickly if your cough is triggered by a drip. That’s what it was for me when I was sick. I also used Flunada, which is a natural cough/cold reliever sold next to all the Afrin products.

5. Vodka or Brandy – This is not your excuse to get sloshed, but many seniors out there know that a shot or even just a teaspoonful of one of these drinks can soothe a cough within minutes, especially if you follow it with a teaspoonful of honey.

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By Robert C. Shea, Esq. & Christopher R. Shea, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates Any homeowner looking to build or as hiring an architect and various submodify a home should note that a new contractors, scheduling subcontractors’ trend in New Jersey law now holds prop- work and purchasing building materials. erty owners liable for workplace injuries Gaccione also frequented the jobsite, where the injury occurred on site, and the oversaw the work and performed some property owner assumed responsibilities managerial tasks. normally reserved for a general contracNevertheless, the trial court granted tor. This trend was solidified by the New Gaccione’s motion for summary judgment Jersey Appellate Division case of Costa v. dismissing all claims against him. The Gaccione, 408 N.J. Super. 362 (App. Div. trial court held that Gaccione did not have 2009) where the Appellate Court held that a duty to ascertain whether the scaffolding since there was evidence to demonstrate a posed a risk of injury and, instead, was property owner on a construction project entitled to rely on the subcontractor to where Plaintiff was injured acted as the de oversee its employee’s work. facto general contractor, a genuine issues The employee then appealed to the Apof material fact existed to warrant a trial pellate Division. On appeal, the Appellate on the property owner’s liability for the Division reversed the trial court’s holding, Plaintiff’s injuries. and found the facts of the case estabIn Costa, an employee of a framing lished that the homeowner had acted as subcontractor fell and sustained serious the de facto contractor. Significantly, the injury when climbing makeshift scaf- homeowner visited the site daily, oversaw folding used on the construction project. operations, purchased materials requested The employee claimed that the property by builders and actively discussed buildowner, Salvatore Gaccione (“Gaccione”), ing plans with workers that he hired. The acted as the project general contractor, Appellate Division concluded that this and that Gaccione’s failure to ensure evidence was sufficient to create genuine worksite safety constituted negligence issues of material facts and ordered a trial and a violation of OSHA. Regarding to determine the issue of damages.

Gaccione’s role as the general contractor, The important lesson to be learned from the employee demonstrated that Gaccione the Costa case for perspective homebuildobtained building permits as the project ers is that taking on the responsibilities owner, but indicated on the permit form normally assumed of a general contractor, that he considered himself the “person even in the absence of the official desigresponsible for the work.” In addition, nation of such, may give rise to a duty of Gaccione performed many of the general care to ensure worksite safety and expose contractor functions on the project, such you to liability.

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Weekend College Option Now Available OCEAN COUNTY – Ocean County College announces its new Weekend College option. Learn more by attending a Weekend College Information Session on April 1 at 6 p.m. in Room 203, or April 9 at 10 a.m. in Room 214, Bartlett Hall (Building #2), Ocean County College Main Campus, College Drive.

Ocean County College’s Weekend College allows you to earn an associate in science degree in Business Administration in 16 months. This accelerated program is open to all students but is geared for busy adults. Attend class on Friday evening, two sessions on Saturday and one morning session on Sunday.

At the upcoming Weekend College Information Sessions, you’ll meet Ocean County College representatives who’ll explain the program and answer your questions, get information about the online Placement Test and learn if you should register for college-ready courses in summer 2016.

You will also discover the many transfer options available to turn your associate degree into a Bachelor’s degree.

Plus, you’ll be able to review the entire 16-month schedule, semester by semester and class by class, no surprises.

To attend a Weekend College Information Session, R.S.V.P. at go.ocean.edu/events.

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Dear Joel

By Joel Markel

When You Find Your Medicine You Take What You Can Get Dear Readers As you know my usual format is to pick and choose from my inbox and bring to you letters that I think will be most interesting.

This week I will deviate from my norm by generalizing. I receive so much mail regarding the following, I feel that I am answering many letters at once.

I’ve received hundreds of letters over the last year similar to this. People either personally or through a relative are being given wrong medications or incorrect dosages of medications that they were or were not prescribed.

Throughout the healthcare world, of which I am very familiar, this is known as a “med error.” Although it does happen in hospitals and other places that healthcare is delivered, it is most common in your own home. People who take care of themselves often double up, skip, or substitute older medications. As you know by now, I am president of Preferred Home Health Care. One of the rules in home healthcare is that a registered nurse must prepare medication. Most people, however, do not need a nurse to pour their medication.

Here are a few tips to help prevent any problems for those who are taking their medications by themselves.

1. Line up every medication that you should be taking.

2. Look for the following things: Your name (don’t laugh; it happens), the doctors’ names, the dosage and daily prescription.

3. Do not take your medication out of a bottle day by day. Instead prepare a week of medication. I prefer not to use a day and night box that is built as one. I do recommend that you color code two kits, one for day and one for night. Yellow or light blue works well for morning and a deeper color to represent night. For those who need to take medications more than twice a day, adjust the above by buying three or four individual set ups. It’s bulkier but safer.

For those who are on a limited budget, you can use egg cartons from the supermarket (not my favorite choice but it does work.)

If you can, have someone in the house review what you have done. Once again, an RN would be great, but not always practical.

I like setting up medication on Sundays if possible.

Take all the bottles and put them away so that you don’t accidentally reach into the bottle out of habit. This will prevent accidental double ups.

Prepare a list, and keep it on your person or somewhere visible should an emergency occur Stay safe and healthy.

Questions for Joel?

Write to preferredcares.com.

His radio show, “Preferred Company” airs on Monday through Friday from 8 to 10 a.m. on preferredradio.com.

If you or anyone else is in need of home health care, call Preferred at 732-840-5566.

“Home health care with feeling. Joel Markel is President of Preferred Home Health Care and Nursing services inc. serving all of New Jersey in adult, senior and pediatric home health care.”

Jackson Recreation’s Summer Camp

JACKSON – The Jackson Township Department of Recreation and Senior Services is running a summer camp from June 27 to August 12, for a total of seven weeks, Monday through Friday. The summer camp will be close for July 4.

This camp is open to Jackson residents completing grades Kindergarten through

eighth grade. Only Kindergarten students have to bring a copy of their report cards the first day of camp, this is mandatory.

The camp is held at Jackson Liberty High School.

For more information, call 732-928-1260, send an email to jzapata@jacksontwpnj. net or visit jacksontwpnj.net.

Relay For Life Fundraisers

JACKSON – The 2016 Jackson Relay For Life is having two fundraiser events.

On April 3 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Farley’s Ice Cream, located at 740 Brewers Bridge Road, will make a donation to the Jackson Relay For Life for all sales made by family and friends On April 19 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Bubba-

koo’s Burritos, located at 365 N. Countyline Road, will donate 15 percent to the Jackson Relay For Life for all sales made by family and friends.

You must bring the flyer that can be printed from relayforlife.org/jacksonnj in order for the sales to be counted towards the Relay For Life.

Jackson Garden Club To Meet Monthly

JACKSON – The Jackson Green Thumb Garden Club will meet the first Tuesday of each month at Jackson Township Municipal Building, 95 West Veteran’s

Highway.

Meetings are from 7 to 9 p.m.

Care to join? Call 732-245-4293 for more information or visit tinyurl.com/jgtgclub.

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Items Wanted $$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ Jewelry and watches, costume jewelry, sterling silver, silverplate, medals, military items, antiques, musical instruments, pottery, fine art, photographs, paintings, statues, old coins, vintage toys and dolls, rugs, old pens and postcards, clocks, furniture, brica-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid. Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius.

732-364-7580. (t/n) Used Guns Wanted - All types: collectibles, military, etc. Call 917-681-6809. (t/n) Costume/Estate Jewelry - Looking to buy costume/estate jewelry.

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Help Wanted Do You Like To Talk On The Phone? - We have immediate openings in our Brick office. Call for interview 732-637-9982.

(14) P/T Driving Instructor Wanted – 10 years driving experience.

Clean license, will train. Call 732920-8830 for info.

(14) Experienced Landscaper – With experience driving a truck with small trailer for small, busy landscape company in Brick. Good pay. 732-678-7584.

(15) Certified Home Health Aides Needed for Ocean County area. Hourly and live-in positions avail. P/T and F/T. Call CCC at 732-206-1047. (t/n)

Help Wanted Driver Per Diem - Bartley Healthcare an LTC in Ocean County seeks a driver who possesses a CDL License with clean MVR. Must be available on Sundays 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and fill in during week as needed.

Fax resume to 732-370-8589, email: dgural@bartleyhealthcare.com or apply in person: 175 Bartley Rd., Jackson. Equal Opportunity Employer.

(15) Teacher Assistant Pre-school – PT. Brick Child Care Center.

Call 732 458-2100.

(13) Part Time CNA - The Pines at Whiting is looking for experienced CNA’s to provide excellence in care to our residents on our Skilled Nursing Unit, Hamilton Place. If you are looking for an environment that rewards excellence, provides a fun work environment you should look no further then The Pines. Our senior leadership values an open door policy from The CEO down and is visible each and every day to all the staff!.

Part time 11 to 7 four days a week and per diem. Apply in person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org. (14) Looking For A Diesel Mechanic – To help fix front end loader. Ask for Ron 732-766-6546.

(13) Teacher Ass’t – PT. 7 to 9 a.m.

Brick Child Care Center. Call 732 458-2100.

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Bobs Waterproofing - Basem e n t a n d c r a w l s p a c e w a t e rproofing. Mold testing, removal and prevention. Family owned.

Fully licensed and insured. Call Bob 732-616-5007. (t/n)

Two’s Teacher Assistant - Brick Child Care Center. Call 732 458-2100. (13)

Electrician - Licensed/Insured.

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Services PQ Painting & Home Improvement Services - Celebrating almost five decades of service. Visit us online at pqpaintingservice. com. See all our anniversary and monthly specials. Winner of Angie’s List Super Service Award.

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Don Carnevale Painting - Specializing in interiors/exteriors.

Very neat. Special senior discounts.

Reasonable, affordable, insured.

References. Low winter rates.

License #13VH3846900. 732-8994470 or 732-814-4851.

(14) Computer Tutoring for Seniors – Retired, “Microsoft Certified” instructor. Very Reasonable rates. Very patient with slow learners. I’ll teach you in the comfort of your home on your computer. I can trouble shoot your slow computer! I also teach iPhone and iPad. I set up new computers at less than half the price the retailers charge. Windows 10 specialist. I can also build a beautiful small business website at a fraction of the going rates. Special Projects always welcome! Tony 732-997-8192. (t/n)

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Homes, offices. Call for a free estimate 732-914-8909. We clean weekly, bi-weekly, monthly or a one time treat. Senior discount given. Donna 732-232-7058.

(11) ATCO Painting - Quality work.

Prompt service. Call for free estimate. License #13VH04548900.

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(3) Gardener Experienced - Setup, maintain gardens, borders. Seasonal planting, design, EZ care container gardens.

Affordable. Free garden check-ups.

Joe 732-232-8144 (12) Caregiver - Looking for position. Part time or full time. Please contact Liza 917-589-0057.

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Caulking - Interior, bathrooms, kitchens, etc. Cutting out old. Installing new. Call Steve 732703-8120. Thank You. (t/n) Wallpaper and Bordering - Hanging and removal of old. No job too big or small. Great references. Call Angela 609-891-8544.

(46) Go With A Pro - Interior and exterior home improvemnts. Roofing, siding, tile, painting, flooring, decks, kitchens, bathroom, basement, windows, doors, odd jobs, pavers, much more. Senior discounts. 32 years experience.

Insured. NJ Reg 13VH07919200.

732-569-1406.

(15) Custom Shelving – Organize your garage, basement, walk-in closets.

All wood shelving made and installed to meet your needs. Nice, affordable and very strong. Call Gus 732-363-6292.

(15) Painting - By neat, meticulous craftsman who will beat any written estimate. Interior/exterior. Free estimate. Fully insured. 732-5067787, 646-643-7678.

(14) Roofing Etc. - Roofing, siding, windows, gutters. Repairs and discounted new installations. Prompt service.

Insured. NJ license #13HV01888400.

Special spring discounts. Call Joe Wingate 551-804-7391.

(14) Car Service - 24/7. Doctors, shopping, airports, hospitals, cruise, shops, Atlantic City, family functions, NYC accomodations for large groups. Call for reasonable rates. Kerry 732-606-2725.

(50) Jayne of all Trades - Angies list super service awards. Call Jayne 732606-7109. Honey do list specialist.

License #13VH06680000.

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The street was lined several people deep in some places, as others watched and waved from homes, hotels, and even the Bamboo Bar. As the trucks and marchers walked down the Boulevard, candy and giveaways were thrown to the crowd, as children of all ages eagerly chased down each lollipop and Tootsie Roll.

Visitors to the barrier island dressed in

The Jackson Times, March 19, 2016, Page 21 green to celebrate, some even going so far as to dye their hair and beards green, while others simply attached mustache stickers.

“We love coming out and showing off our community spirit,” said Berkeley resident Kathy Donahue, who was watching the parade with her family.

Ryan, Donahue’s grandson, said he loves seeing the drummers in the parade every year.

The parade featured founder John Sweeney, marching bands, local groups and of course plenty of pipes and drums.

Letters:

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November. Yes, it’s an election year and they want to campaign. But you cannot run a government that is not in session. The best we can hope for is an obvious sense of urgency when members of Congress are in Washington. Look for it. If you don’t see it, little will get done on Capitol Hill.

I should say that not all the responsibility for restoring Congress rests at the federal level. The states, too, have a key role to play.

Will they get serious about how they draw congressional districts, so that politicians no longer have the luxury of picking their

voters rather than the other way around?

Will some states continue to pursue efforts to make voting harder — which, like gerrymandering, has the effect of shoring up the extremes in Congress? Will states make the effort to modernize their voting systems, so that the democratic process has a chance of working with minimal friction?

In the end, good intentions and fine rhetoric don’t accomplish much. I hope you’ll keep an eye on Congress and cheer for its members to act in accord with their own advice. If they do, Congress will take a giant stride toward improved performance.

Lee H. Hamilton Former Congressman

Northern Ocean Habitat For Humanity In Need Of Volunteers

–Photo by Shawn Smith The annual Ocean County St. Patrick’s Day parade featured groups from all points in the county, including a line of emergency vehicles featuring big fire trucks and small rescue vehicles. The pipes and drum groups came from throughout the state to participate, and scouts and civic groups marched or hosted floats down the Boulevard.

OCEAN COUNTY – The Northern Ocean Habitat for Humanity is seeking volunteers to help in its ReStore thrift shop warehouse and to act as truck ambassadors.

The non-profit organization is also seeking skilled construction volunteers for work sites.

All merchandise in the ReStore is from donations – the proceeds go toward Habitat’s mission of seeking to ensure safe housing for seniors, veterans and low income families.

In the past three years, the Northern Ocean Habitat for Humanity has put over 60 victims

of Superstorm Sandy back into their homes, and has helped over 100 families with the “A Brush With Kindness” program.

Warehouse volunteers should be able to lift 50 pounds and be able to interact with shoppers and donors. Truck drivers should have a valid driver’s license and be able to move furniture.

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The Jackson Times, March 19, 2016, Page 23 For the week of March 19 - March25

Omarr’s Astrological Forecast

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): You don’t need to experiment with a box full of snakes and apples to understand the intricacies of temptation. In the week ahead be prudent about relationships. Remain friendly without getting emotionally involved.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): In the upcoming week you might often see only what you want to see. Take a step back from a prospective purchase and get someone else’s opinion before pulling out the credit card. Focus on completing creative projects.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): It may be better to remain silent. Mere words cannot explain the fantasies building in your heart. In the week ahead you may be inspired to try something new.

Concentrate on the facts and figures when dealing with business matters.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Two heads will be better than one. You can count on trusted partners to have the knowledge or the know how to make your best ideas blossom. Honoring commitments is the best way to maintain pleasant relations this week.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): The more you have the less time you have to enjoy it. You may work hard this week to achieve a level of financial security that allows you to improve your life. Dissatisfaction with your allotment of leisure time is possible.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Upward social mobility is not a new app for your mobile phone.

Widening your circle of contacts, however, can be accomplished with a little help from the latest technology. Watch your pennies in the week to come LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You could be

overwhelmed by over coaching. Someone may insist on strict adherence to precise terminology so you may be forced to expand your vocabulary. In the week ahead you may flirt more than you should.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): In your mental animal shelter you aren’t a lone wolf, but a herd animal. You could be restless and uninspired unless you are with another person. One financial burden may be lifted in the week to come.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You could be enthused by ethical considerations. As this week unfolds you may be immersed in self-improvement ideas or cynical about upholding blind faith. Doing the right thing at the right time can be challenging.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You’re in it to win it. Your powers of persuasion are in fine fettle as this week unfolds. Be on your guard against investing your pennies in worthless baubles that look more useful or worthwhile than they really are.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Your eyes could be bigger than your stomach. You could be challenged by your desire to acquire bigger and better things in the upcoming week. It is possible that dissatisfaction with your possessions is only temporary.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Turn on the study lamp. The more you read, watch and absorb the more inspired you will be to correct your deficiencies. As this week unfolds you will be able to develop a better sense of what you really want from life. (c) 2016 TRIBUNE CONTENT AGENCY, LLC.

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Hot Potato: A Creamy, Cheesy Puree With A French Accent

By Wolfgang Puck

A plate of mashed potatoes ranks among the most widely beloved side dishes I know. It’s easy to understand why.

They’re an ideal comfort food: earthy and mild, rich yet also austere, filling and yet delightfully easy on the palate. They also go with virtually any main dish.

At Spago, my CUT steakhouses, and many of my other restaurants, they’re a very popular companion to grilled meat, poultry or seafood, as well as to stews and braises. They’re so easy to vary, too, with the potatoes providing a blank canvas for any culinary artist to embellish with seasonings and enrichments.

Did I mention that mashed potatoes are also easy to make? Although I think most people don’t know the few simple secrets to make them perfectly, you can easily master mashed potatoes with just a little bit of attention to detail.

The first step is to start with the right potatoes. I like ones that combine the slightly mealy quality of baking potatoes with the finer texture of waxy boiling potatoes. That usually leads me to the Yukon Gold variety, which also possesses a wonderfully rich, naturally buttery flavor. But you could also use common russet potatoes too.

The next key is to cook the potatoes properly. Use salted water, which helps season them as they simmer to tenderness. And don’t cook the potatoes too long, or they’ll get too watery to give you the consistency you need; in fact, as I explain in the recipe, I even dry them out a bit in a hot pan to eliminate any excess traces of water.

The way you actually mash the potatoes is another key step. I like to use an inexpensive ricer or a food mill, which gives them a uniform, smooth and slightly fluffy texture.

Last but not least, there’s the matter of flavoring the potatoes. One of my favorite ways is to make them into what the French call “pommes aligot.” It’s a traditional preparation from south-central France in which the finely pureed potatoes are generously flavored with garlic and stirred together with warm cream, butter and a rich melting cheese to achieve a consistency that resembles a thick fondue almost as much as it does the mashed potatoes most Americans know and love.

Sure, you can use my secrets for cooking and pureeing to make mashed potatoes any way you might like them (even using low-fat milk instead of the richer ingredients). But please also try

the following recipe, and you’ll discover a new dimension of mashed potatoes that you might never have dreamed was possible.

FRENCH-STYLE POTATO PUREE WITH GARLIC AND CHEESE Serves 4 1 3/4 pounds (875 g) Yukon Gold potatoes or russet potatoes, peeled, cut into halves or quarters depending on size Kosher salt 8 cloves garlic, peeled, 6 or 7 left whole, the remainder finely grated 1/2 cup (125 mL) heavy cream, plus more as needed 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into chunks Pinch freshly grated nutmeg 6 ounces (185 g) whole-milk mozzarella cheese or Cantal cheese, coarsely shredded 1/4 cup (60 mL) freshly grated Parmesan cheese Freshly ground black pepper Put the potatoes and whole garlic cloves in a large saucepan with enough cold water to cover the potatoes. Season with salt. Cover and bring to a boil over high heat, skimming off any froth that rises to the surface.

Reduce the heat to a gentle simmer, partially cover the pan, and cook the potatoes until they are tender when pierced with a wooden skewer or a small, sharp knife, 20 to 30 minutes.

Drain the potatoes in a colander. Return them to the same pan over medium heat.

Partially cover and cook, shaking or stirring occasionally, until excess water evaporates and the potatoes look dry, 3 to 4 minutes. Meanwhile, bring the cream to a simmer over medium heat.

Transfer the potatoes to a bowl. Working in batches, rice the potatoes and garlic cloves back into the same pan.

Alternatively, pass them through a food mill; or use a hand-held masher and mash the potatoes and garlic in the pan.

Place the pan over medium heat. A little at a time, stir the hot cream and the butter into the potatoes. Stir in a little nutmeg and the grated garlic to taste.

Still over medium heat, stir in the mozzarella or Cantal in batches, along with the Parmesan, until the puree looks stringy and resembles thick cheese fondue. If needed for a more fluid consistency, stir in a little more cream. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.

(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) © 2016 TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES, INC.

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