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Brick’s Miss NJ Junior Princess

–Photo courtesy Felicia Dalleo Mayor John Ducey and Council Vice President Marianna Pontoriero present Damiana Dalleo with a proclamation. Dalleo, 5, is a USA National Miss New Jersey Jr. Princess.

By Catherine Galioto BRICK – Decked out in her proud sash, crown and sparkly red dress, Damiana Dalleo stood smiling to accept her latest award – a proclamation naming April 25 in her honor.

Dalleo, 5, is a USA National Miss New Jersey Jr. Princess. She was presented with a certificate of commendation and proclamation from the mayor and council, naming April 25, 2016 as Damiana Dalleo Day.

USA National Miss New Jersey is an official preliminary to the prestigious USA National Miss Scholarship Program.

Dalleo is representing New Jersey in various appearances, and (Princess - See Page 5)

Township’s Home Demolition Costs Higher Than Expected

By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK – The first home scheduled for demolition under an abandoned properties ordinance hit a snag when the anticipated cost was about five times higher than anticipated.

“We started the Property Maintenance Board here in Brick for the purpose of giving everybody due process rights, go through the

hearings because we had so many abandoned properties in town,” said Mayor John G. Ducey at the April 19 council meeting.

With the large number of abandoned homes impacting neighborhoods following Superstorm Sandy, the township would eventually be compelled to either demolish, or in some cases, repair the homes, and to that end some $50,000 was

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funded in the 2015 Capital Budget, he said.

Ducey said the administration thought that would be enough to pay to raze two or more houses, and with council approval, bids went out for the demolition of 126 South Beverly Drive, which had holes in the roof, rampant mold inside and an overgrown yard.

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Business Directory............................ 22 Classifieds......................................... 21 Community News.......................... 9-12 Dr. Izzy’s Sound News...................... 16 Fun Page .......................................... 23 Government ....................................... 8 Inside The Law ................................. 26 Letters to the Editor ............................ 7 Wolfgang ......................................... 27 WWW.MICROMEDIAPUBS.COM

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Addressing Drug Problems, One Pill At A Time

–Photo by Judy Smestad-Nunn Councilwoman and BMAC Chairwoman Andrea Zapcic, left, and Emma Mammano, who coordinates and oversees all the BMAC programs, chat at the recent BMAC meeting.

By Judy Smestad-Nunn tell the seniors it could be your BRICK – Most people who are niece or grandchildren.” addicted to heroin, officials said, One of the group’s initiastart out by abusing prescription tives is a new Prescription painkillers, such as OxyContin D i s p o s a l a n d C o m m u n it y or Vicodin, which are frequently Awareness Program. prescribed by doctors and act Emma Mammano, a consulon the same areas of the brain tant who coordinates and overas heroin. sees all the BMAC programs, The way those pills can make visits senior centers and clubit into the hands of those who houses to talk to residents about haven’t been prescribed them their unused medication. is the focus of a local coalition She is accompanied by a Brick initiative to counter drug abuse. police officer who supplies a The Brick Municipal Alliance drop box for their prescripAnti-Drug Coalition (BMAC) is tion medication, collects it, and getting the word out to seniors on brings it to the permanent drop how to dispose of their unused box at police headquarters. prescription drugs. To do so, Real estate open houses is anBMAC has the help of a $39,523 other opportunity where drug grant that was written by town- addicts can get medication, so ship grant writer Tara Paxton, BMAC is alerting agents to and Councilwoman and BMAC educate their clients, they said.

Chairwoman Andrea Zapcic.

Part of the grant funding could The state grant is asking town- be used to provide realtors with ship BMAC groups to focus lockable “pill pods” that are this current funding cycle on lent out and can hold up to 12 prescription drugs since they prescription bottles, and put in are the gateway to heroin, said a safe place. After showing the Zapcic after the monthly BMAC home the boxes are returned to meeting held April 25. the agent for someone else to use.

“There is an issue with kids getMammano runs a Peer Leaders ting into homes and taking the group at Maple Leaf Condominimedication. It’s not just a random um Complex, which has been (Drug Problem - See Page 6) scary person,” Zapcic said. “We

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preparing for competition at the national level July 11 to 16 at the Boca Resort and Beach Club, Boca Raton, FL. The organization is compr ised of young girls who also share a focus on community, and Dalleo is no exception.

She has helped with the Brick Township Senior Outreach Center, Jersey Shore Animal Shelter, Special Olympics, the K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital at the Jersey Shore Medical Center, the Birthday Wishes Organization and STOMP the Monster Spooktacular Fun Run. She also serves the Color a Smile organization as well, which is a nonprofit that collects and distributes cheerful drawings to anyone in need of a smile.

In a statement, the group’s activities are described as “every month, thousands of drawings are disseminated to hospitals, assisted living facilities, Meals on W heels a nd ou r m ilit a r y overseas. More than 1,000 cheerf ul master pieces have been colored and collected during her reign as New Jersey’s Jr. Princess.”

The proclamation was given at the April 19 meeting of the Brick Council, which also saw proclamations for several other residents young and old for their contributions to the community and accomplishments.

The ordinance allowing the township to demolish abandoned properties was pa ssed i n 2014. T he f i r st proper t y undergoing the process spelled out in the ordinance is this on South Beverly Drive.

The bids varied from $119,000 to some $152,000, “so we obviously didn’t fund enough last year, so we’re looking at more for this year’s Capital Budget,” the mayor said.

Before the meeting, Township Business Administrator Joanne Bergin said that the house was particularly challenging from the bidder’s’ perspective because it would be difficult to access and it has a in-ground pool.

This year the State Department of Community Affairs (DCA) presented a loan program up to $300,000 to carrying out projects to demolish buildings, which they said should be enough to demolish six houses, Ducey said.

“So they’re at the same mindset as us. Apparently the state hasn’t looked at what the actual bidding is,” he said.

T he gove r n i ng b o d y a p p r ove d a resolution that authorizes the town to apply for the $300,000 loan in order to proceed with the property demolition program. Bergin said she intended to ask for terms of zero percent interest

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over at least a 10-year period.

“We were advised we’re more than welcome to submit that request; whether that’s granted or not, we won’t know until we get a response,” she said.

Ducey said that once the township has paid to demolish a house, the cost would become a lien on the property, and when the lot is sold the township would be reimbursed and that money would replenish the ongoing demolition process.

That’s true, said Township Attorney Kevin Starkey: the municipal lien has priority over all other liens, including mortgage liens, and the township would be the first to be reimbursed.

“The lien would sit on the property until it’s sold, refinanced, or somehow there’s a transfer and the township gets paid,” he said.

If taxes aren’t being paid, the proper t y would go on the list for a t ax sale foreclosure and at that point the township would be paid in full for the demolition by someone who takes the tax lien, which would be included in the tax sale, Starkey said.

“If the taxes are being paid on the property I would presume at some point the bank is paying taxes and will want to sell the property. That’s typically what they do. When they will do that is subject to their procedures and the market,” he said.

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Resident Vic Fi nelli asked if the township would be paid for the demolition if the property is sold in a tax sale foreclosure; Starkey said it would.

Bergin said that township’s strategy is not to go forward and take on the demolition responsibility, but rather to use it as a negotiating tool with the banks.

“We have to pay prevailing wage, we have a higher level of requirements that fall upon us in terms of testing for asbestos, and [the bank] will lose money in what they hope to recapture if the town has to go forward,” she said.

The bank would make more money on the property if they demolish the home themselves, she said.

“Going through this process and getting bids and having contractor provide submissions gives us a little more teeth to go back to the bank and say ‘Do you really want to take $119,000 off the table?’ I think the answer is no, but this is certainly helping us to be more agg re ssive w it h ou r negot iat ion s,” Bergin said.

Finelli asked why it is cheaper for a bank to demolish the property than the township. Bergin said that banks do not have to pay prevailing wage and they don’t have the same stringent requirements for asbestos testing as a municipality.

The next council meeting will be May 3 at 7 p.m.

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in the news since a number of homeowners have been coming to council meetings to ask for the township’s help in cracking down on crime and drug sales there.

There are nine volunteer leaders in grades 8 to 11 who mentor Maple Leaf youth in grades 3 to 7. They meet once a week at the Maple Leaf clubhouse and they play games, do arts and crafts, and have group discussions on such topics as friendship and diversity, Mammano said.

“We’re building positive relationships, and the parents seem to be happy we’re there,” she said. “There’s fun, positive energy coming out of the clubhouse.”

BMAC is working with the police department on the new Neighborhood Watch program that teaches volunteer residents about community policing.

Some of the grant money is being used to purchase materials, such as door hangers, decals, and Neighborhood Watch signs, which are being printed in-house, Zapcic said. 125 people have signed up for the program so far, she added.

“Locker Night” is for incoming sixth and ninth g raders on their Back to School night. Mammano attends and is given the opportunity to speak with the parents during the assembly about helping their children to make good choices. BMAC has a literature and re-

source table for parents at all the back to school nights, manned by volunteers.

BMAC also hosts open mic nights, youth dances, and more.

The grant requires that 18 volunteers from different areas of the community par ticipate In 2014, Mayor Joh n G. Ducey put out a call for volunteers and collected resumes from which he and Zapcic chose 25 members.

The grant comes with a matching requirement from the township: 75 percent ($29,642) of the match obligation is “in kind;” the township’s anti-drug DARE program and Lead and Seed program count as a matching obligation, Zapcic said.

The 25 percent ($9,881) is a cash match, and to that end BMAC has a golf outing scheduled for October 10 at Eagle Ridge Golf Course in Lakewood.

The cost is $150 a person, $600 for a foursome and it includes dinner and a gift auction. For non-golfers, the dinner and gift auction are available for $50 which will start at 6:00 p.m. Last year the event raised about $15,000, Zapcic said.

The BMAC grant is funded by the Governor’s Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse, obtained from Drug Enforcement and Demand Reduction (DEDR)– money from fines and liquidated assets from drug dealers, so it doesn’t cost the taxpayers anything, she said.

BMAC meets on the four th Monday of each month at Town Hall, and the public is invited.

Ocean County Library Home Borrowers Service

OCEAN COUNTY – Do you love to read, but have physical limitations that prevent you from getting to the library? The Ocean County Library provides delivery of library materials free of charge to Ocean County residents living independently who are unable to visit a physical library location.

After contacting the Home Borrowers Coordinator, the library will assign a trained volunteer to deliver items to your home. The Home Borrowers Service customer must be able to establish a mutually convenient time with the volunteer to deliver and pick up materials, approximately every three weeks.

In order to qualify for the Home Borrowers Service, the following criteria must be met: You must be a resident of Ocean County, who does not have family members or friends to assist them with their library needs.

You must submit a completed Home Borrowers Service Customer Application.

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Visit Historical Society’s Newest Exhibit

TOMS RIVER – Step back in time to the early 1900s when the general store was the village meeting place, where the latest gossip could be heard and all the staples for survival could be purchased.

Ocean County Historical Society’s newe st ex h ibit , “ T he He a r t of t he Village: T he Local Gener al Store” opened April 19. The exhibit’s photos and artifacts of general stores in Ocean County paint a clear picture of how

vital they were for folks in rural areas to acquire food staples, hats, shows, toys and fabric for clothing, as well as mailing and receiving letters.

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Featured Letter Light It Up Blue Autism continues to be a growing problem in Ocean County, the State of New Jersey and the entire nation.

A report just issued by the Center for Disease Control found t h a t Ne w Je r s e y’s autism rate in children has jumped 12 percent. Autism now impacts one in every 41 children born in the state.

To call at tent ion to autism, I recently asked our county employees and fellow elected off icials to wear blue as part of the nationwide “Autism Speaks: Light It Up Blue” campaign.

But simply calling attention to the problem is not enough.

I join with our Congressional delegation in calling for more and better screenings of young children as well as early intervention for those chil-

dren diagnosed with autism. As a lifelong educator, I have seen the difference early inter vention can make.

However, a new problem is also emerging.

A growing number of senior citizens are caring for their autistic adult children.

What happens when these seniors are gone? As chair man of Sen ior Ser vices for Ocea n Cou nt y, I’m calli ng on ou r leaders from all levels of government to join forces and find a solution to this growing problem.

Pa rents enjoy i ng t hei r golde n yea r s should not have to worry about who will care for their sons and daughters. The time to act is now.

Together we can find a solution.

Joseph H. Vicari Freeholder

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Earth Day Shows State’s Success It is hard to believe that 46 years have passed since the first Earth Day, April 22, 1970. That event marked the beginning of the modern environmental movement.

It also was the launch of what has to be the most succe ssf u l g r a ss-root s movement in history. Never before, and never since, has one day so galvanized the public and moved governments at every level, to action.

Earth Day also marks the 46th anniversary of the establishment of the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection. Created by Governor William T. Cahill, New Jersey was just the third state in the country to form a department whose sole mission was to protect, restore, and preserve the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the land on which we live.

In the nearly five decades since, under both Republican and Democratic leadership, New Jersey has made enormous progress in undoing the environmental injuries of our state’s past and creating an environment in which our state and our people can thrive. And we have done so while also preserving the prosperity of our state.

There are some who think the success of New Jersey’s environmental protection efforts is best measured by how much money we have collected in fines, how many new regulations we have written, and how

Letters To The Editor many employees we have on DEP’s payroll.

I do not agree. I believe the best way to measure our progress is by looking at the condition of our air, our water, our land, and our wildlife. These are the best measures of our progress and across the board, they prove that New Jersey’s environment is in much better shape than it was 46 years ago, and that the health of our environment continues to improve from one Earth Day anniversary to the next.

Today, New Jersey has some of the lowest carbon dioxide emissions in the country. Air pollutants such as nitrogen oxides, carbon dioxide, and particulate matter are at their lowest levels in decades. Emissions from our own power plants are lower in New Jersey than they are in 45 other states. The acidity of rainfall in New Jersey has almost returned to natural levels and ground level ozone has also declined considerably.

New Jersey’s water is significantly cleaner than it was 46 years ago. Ninet y-eight percent of our community water systems are in compliance with all chemical and radiological standards and we continue to identify and regulate contaminants of emerging concern to ensure public health. New Jersey’s coastal waters have rebounded from the damage done to them in decades past.

Last summer, New Jersey’s beaches were open 99.9 percent of the time. And far

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more of our lakes, rivers, and streams are fishable and swimmable than they were in 1970.

Our state’s land and natural and historic resources are also better protected than ever before. Today, more than 1.5 million acres of New Jersey’s land is permanently protected as open space or farmland.

That’s fully 33 percent of our state’s total land area and growing. We have also cleaned up tens of thousands of contaminated sites and are now cleaning up such sites at a faster pace than ever before. In the past six years alone, more than 13,000 contaminated sites have been cleaned up and returned to beneficial use.

The effect of these successes is ref lected in the health of New Jersey’s wildlife. Forty-six years ago such birds as wood ducks, falcons, ospreys and egrets were in a steep decline. Today, all of these birds, and many others, have rebounded and their populations are growing. In 1970, about the only place you could see a Bald Eagle in New Jersey was on the back of a quarter or a dollar bill.

Today, New Jersey is home to nearly 150 nesting pairs of Bald Eagles, scattered across the entire state, and that number is growing every year. And where once animals such as black bears, coyotes, and red foxes were only rarely, if ever, seen in New Jersey, today they are as familiar as squirrels in most parts of our state.

Of course, even with all this progress our work is not yet done, and it never will be completed. But on this Earth Day, we have much to be proud of in New Jersey. The progress we have made - and the commitment we share to continue that progress - ensures that we are leaving our state’s environment in much better shape than we found it. And that’s worth celebrating.

Commissioner Bob Martin NJ Dept. of Environmental Protection

Restore YES to Comcast Opening Day should be a time of celebration for baseball fans everywhere, but Comcast continues to deny close to a million of its subscribers access to New York Yankees telecasts on the YES Network.

Comcast should restore YES to its lineup and honor the deal to which it agreed last season so that YES’ Yankees telecasts, among the most popular sports programming in the U.S., are available to all Comcast viewers in the Tri-State area.

Eric Handler YES Network Spokesperson

Cruz Is Not “Natural Born” Constitutional conservatives who support Ted Cruz for the U.S. Presidency may be making a big mistake that will blow up in their faces. Based on the text and original meaning of the words “natural born” in the U.S. Constitution, Senator Cruz cannot constitutionally be elected as the U.S. President. “Natural born,” according to the “Law of Nations” by Emer de Vattel, means that you are born on the land of the United States of America. Senator Cruz was born in Canada of an American citizen and therefore is only a citizen, but not “natural born.”

Benjamin Franklin, a constitutional convention delegate, in a letter written during the U.S. Constitutional Convention indicated that Vattel’s “Law of Nations” was used as the manual for legal terminology at the convention.

This constitutional requirement is included in Article II, Section 1, Clause 5 of the U.S. Constitution: “No person except a natural born citizen shall be eligible to the office of President.” This “natural born” restriction was and is intended to protect our nation from foreign (Letter - See Page 14)

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From The Desk Of The Brick Mayor Council Meeting Shows Many Reasons For Brick Pride Mayor John Ducey BRICK – I have often said the best part of being Mayor of Brick Township is being able to meet so many of the exceptional people that call Brick Township home and honoring them for their achievements. At the April 19 Council Meeting, the Council and I had the opportunity to recognize many such outstanding young people.

We met 5-year old resident Damiana Dalleo who was recently crowned USA

National Miss New Jersey Junior Princess and will compete for the National title in July in Florida. We honored the academic achievements of the Students of the Month for March at both Brick Tow nship High School and Brick Memorial High School. We also honored the Brick Township High School Girls Bowling Team for winning the NJSIAA Group III State Championship and Tour nament of Champions Title and the Brick Memorial Girls and Boys Bowling Teams for winning the Group IV State Titles. I also had the pleasure of recognizing

Brick Memorial’s McKenna Collier on being one of five national recipients of a United States Bowling Congress Earl Anthony Scholarship.

It seems that recognizing the bowlers of Brick Township and Brick Memorial High Schools for winning championships has become an annual event. Our schools are consistently among the top teams in New Jersey and our entire community should be proud of these teams and the recognition they bring Brick Township.

Again, it is a privilege to be able to recognize our outstanding citizens and I

love to hear about the great things the people of Brick Township do. The Council and I have had the chance to honor outstanding scholars, BMX champions, power lifters, beauty queens and more. If you know a resident of Brick Township that has should be recognized for their service and achievements, please let me know by emailing me at mayor@twp.brick.nj.us.

At the April 19 meeting, the Council also unanimously adopted a resolution that provides our Nation’s heroes – our military veterans – with a gesture of thanks and appreciation. The resolu-

tion provides all military veterans, their spouses and dependent children with free access and parking for Brick Township’s beaches on July 4 this year. July 4 is the day we celebrate the founding of our Nation and the freedom we enjoy as Americans. This freedom is possible thanks to the contributions, service and sacrifice of the men and women of our Armed Forces.

Finally, I would like remind all residents that as the summer season quickly approaches, the Brick Farmers’ Market will be returning to Windward Beach starting Saturday, May 21.

The Farmers’ Market was a tremendous success last year and we are anticipating it being even more successful this summer. This year’s Market will be held every Saturday from May 21 – October 1 from 9 a.m. to noon. We have many vendors already signed up that will offer everything from fresh produce, baked goods, cookies, handmade soaps, pickles and more.

You can get information on vendors by visiting the Br ick Far mers’ Market website at brickfarmersmarket.com. Check back frequently as the vendor list changes and grows as the summer moves along.

From The Desk Of Congressman Tom MacArthur: MacArthur Calls For Aegis Ashore Site To Protect East Coast NEW JERSEY – Congressman Tom MacArthur recently called on the House Armed Services Committee to explore putting an East Coast Aegis Ashore missile defense system in the

National Defense Authorization Act of 2017.

Current missile defense interceptor sites exist in California and Alaska, but lack one on the East Coast of the United States. The

prospect of an Aegis Ashore site offers an affordable way to protect large population centers like New York City, Philadelphia, Boston and Washington, DC from ballistic missile attacks.

“As the Representative of a significant number of people who lost loved ones during the 9/11 attacks, I take securing the East Coast very seriously, especially when Iran conducts a new missile

test nearly every week,” said Congressman MacArthur.

“Terrorists have shown in the past that they view cities like New York, Washington and Boston as targets and will not hesitate to attack.

Any increase in protection for these cities is certainly warranted and this study will present an alternative option and a proactive approach to our national security agenda.”

rection the wind is blowing.

Vicari credited Freeholder John C. Bartlett Jr. for leading the successful fight for the second runway.

“We made these improvements for the safety of not only Ocean County but for all of Southern New Jersey,” Vicari said.

Fire Danger Remains High OCEA N COU NT Y – Spr i ng’s beaut if ul d r y weather may be a welcome relief after a long cold and wet winter, but there’s a growing danger in the county’s woodlands.

The Ocean County Sheriff’s Department has forwarded to the public a fire warning issued by the National Weather Service and asked residents to be extra cautious outdoors.

“Please do not use the land as an ashtray,” said Freeholder Director John P. Kelly, who is also the county’s director of Law and Public Safety. “Be cautious

while smoking and do not throw cigarette butts out of car windows.”

Kelly said a little “extra vigilance” can prevent forest and brush fires.

Freeholder Joseph H. Vicari, liaison to the Ocean County Department of Consumer Affairs, said many new cars no longer come equipped with ashtrays, so smokers are more likely to toss butts out of the window.

“If you must smoke, please buy an ashtray or special container for your car,” he said. “Even a single cigarette can cause a devastating fire and put both

residents and emergency responders at risk.”

If a fire does ignite, a recent county improvement project will make it easier for firefighters to battle the blaze.

The new crosswinds runway at the Robert J. Miller Airpark in Berkeley Township has allowed the state Forest Fire Service to once again station aircraft at the airport.

Prior to the r unway’s completion in 2014, the Forest Fire Service had relocated its aircraft because of safety concerns of using only a single runway,

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The new second runway allows takeoffs and landings no matter which di-

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EHY Educator Wins Teacher Of The Year

–Photo courtesy Brick Township School District (L to R) James Nubile, assistant principal of Emma Havens Young Elementary School; Susan McNamara, district testing coordinator; Walter Hrycenko, district science supervisor; Jeannette Wehner, district teacher of the year, Patricia Lorusso, Principal of EHYES, and Thomas Gialanella, interim superintendent.

BRICK – The Brick Township Public School District announced the District Teacher of the Year, Jeannette Wehner. She is a fifth grade in-class support and STEM teacher at Emma Havens Young Elementary School. Werner represents the dedicated and talented teachers of the district. Her action inspires others as she goes above and beyond for her students and colleagues alike. She is truly an asset to the school community. Not one to sit idle, Wehner is always engaging in new technology and techniques to use in the classroom, as she promotes a STEM curriculum where students learn

by doing, EHYES Principal Patricia Lorusso.

Wehner’s actions inspire others to dream more, learn more and do more. In addition to staying current with best practices for teaching, she is also an excellent contributor and presenter to the District’s Professional Development Academy. The school district is honored to have Wehner among its very talented faculty.

The district’s teacher of the year is chosen from a pool of nominees with academic contribution and student performance as important factors in the committee’s selection.

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OCEAN COUNTY – Clean Ocean Action hosts a fall and spring beach sweep, where volunteers will work to gather any debris that lines local beaches. Dozens of locations along the Atlantic Ocean, Barnegat Bay and other waterfronts are manned by volunteers from up and down the Jersey Shore.

The next Beach Sweep will be held throughout various locations on April 30.

In Ocean County, those meeting spots are: Bay Head - Central Market, intersection of Ocean Avenue and Main Street in Bay Head.

Brick - Brick Beach 2.

Lakewood - Lake Carasaljo, meet across from St. Mary’s Church on Route 9.

Lavallette - Philadelphia Avenue Beach, 1205 Grand Central Avenue.

Long Beach Island ‑‑ Alliance for a Living Ocean office, 1101 Central Ave. Suite A. Ship Bottom.

Ocean Gate ‑ Wildwood Avenue Pier.

Pt. Pleasant ‑ Maxson and River Avenue, near Riverfront Park – River Road.

Pt. Pleasant Beach ‑‑ Jenkinson’s Aquarium on the Boardwalk, 300 Boardwalk; and Maryland Avenue, sponsored by Baine Contracting.

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Seaside Park ‑‑ Second Avenue; Stockton Avenue; Midway Beach at 48 South Ocean Avenue.

Island Beach State Park ‑‑Bathing Pavilion #1 Toms River ‑‑ Brown’s Wood Preserve, meet at Barnegat Bay Partnership Office: 117 Haines Road; and Ortley Beach at Third Avenue, St. Elisabeth’s Chapel.

The first Beach Sweep started in 1985 with only 75 volunteers in Sandy Hook.

This year there were 1,000 volunteers at Sandy Hook alone. For three decades, volunteers have made their way to the coast, bays and waterways twice a year to clean up debris. Dedicated volunteers traveled from all over New Jersey as well as New York, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Delaware and Maryland to participate in the Beach Sweeps this year.

Many volunteers came from school and church groups, family teams, local businesses, corporate and grassroots organizations and more– all with personal ties to the shore and some with decades of Sweeps participation.

For more information or to sign up to participate in the fall Beach Sweep, visit cleanoceanaction.org.

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August 9, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.: Paint Your Pet – Join the Jersey Shore Animal Center and My Creative Canvas at the Tuscan Bistro and Bar in Toms River. $50 per painter and seats are limited. Provide the studio with a picture of your pet and they will sketch it out and they will be there to help make it come alive. You can purchase tickets at mycreativecanvas.net or call 732-546-6875.

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Normandy Beach Roadway, Drainage Improvements Planned

By Catherine Galioto BRICK – The township has gone out to bid for a project that would improve roadways and drainage in the barrier island Normandy Beach neighborhood.

Maser Consulting drafted plans for the installation of concrete curb, sidewalk, driveway aprons, checkmate valves, drainage structures, milling, base repair and asphalt paving, cleaning of drainage pipes, and the township is seeking contractors to complete the work. Bids were expected to open April 29 in town hall.

The work is for the restoration of Normandy

Beach, damaged from Superstorm Sandy, but also to mitigate problems.

The township applied for and received a $450,000 grant from the NJ Department of Community Affairs through the Post-Sandy Planning Grant Program, which will enable the township to integrate their hazard mitigation planning into the land use planning in the community.

Maser Consulting along with Tetra Tech have partnered with the township to create neighborhood-specific mitigation plans, and the one focusing on the barrier island is scheduled to be released later this year.

Neighborhood Watch Meeting

By Catherine Galioto BRICK – The Herbertsville section will host a neighborhood watch meeting at 9 a.m. April 30 at Herbertsville Fire House.

Council Jim Fozman announced the meeting, as he also hosted a neighborhood walk earlier in the month to drum up support to bolster a neighborhood watch for this part of town.

The meeting is open to the public and will feature Brick Township Police Offi-

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“Officers will be there, to give you all your do’s and don’ts,” Fozman said at the April 4 township council meeting. “How to contact everybody and fill you in – It’s to give information on the neighborhood watch.”

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By Daniel Nee OCEAN COUNTY – County Assignment Judge Marlene Lynch Ford said the state’s new bail reform law, currently being piloted in three counties, will be New Jersey’s iteration of a trend that is the first real change to the bail system in American criminal courts in the nation’s history.

For the county government, which funds the salaries of corrections officers and administers the jail facility off Hooper Avenue in Toms River, there is the potential for both cost savings and cost increases under the reforms, which will go into effect for the entire state next year.

“Under the current system where monetary bail is imposed, you have the nonsensical result that people who have the ability to post bond and are a danger to the community are released, while those who do not pose a danger to society and are poor, are held,” Ford told the county’s freeholder board at a recent work session meeting.

The reform law, passed by voter referendum in 2014, changes bail from a purely monetary-based system to one where criminal suspects will be assessed as to their risk to society if released pending trial. Low-risk offenders may be released without having to post monetary bond, and high-risk offenders may be remanded to the jail regardless of whether they have funds that would cover bail costs.

Low-level offenders who do not have to post a monetary bail may be required to comply with orders to check in frequently with the court.

Ford, who said she was constrained from giving her personal opinion on the law, still explained some of its benefits, including the fact that there is a recognition that some suspects’ bail may be funded through illicit means, while 12 percent of jail inmates remain behind bars simply because they are unable to afford a $2,500 bail cost.

“The money-based system had no relation to criminal activity or a defendant’s danger to the community,” Ford said.

The new system will require new m a n p o w e r, s a i d F o r d , p r i m a r i l y t h e employees who will be conducting the assessments on prisoners to determine their risk. Advanced computer software with an algorithm to predict risk also comes with a cost, plus the judges and court staff who will likely have to begin working weekends to accommodate the law’s requirement of a bail hearing with 48 hours instead of 72 hours under the current policy.

The assessors will be paid by the state, Ford said, while the cost of corrections officers’ salaries will be sourced from the county. Those costs, however, may be canceled out by having fewer prisoners in the jail, potentially requiring less manpower and saving the cost of food, medical care and other services for a higher inmate population.

As new state policies such as drug court and other diversionary programs have been expanded, Ocean County’s jail population has decreased. On an average day in 2014, there were 694 inmates in the facility. In 2015, that number was cut to 629 inmates, and so far in 2016 the average daily population is 590, according to County Administrator Carl Block.

“I don’t think anyone really knows the final economic cost,” said Freeholder Jack Kelly.

Ford said the process of arresting a suspect and calculating their risk will be made easier through LiveScan technology, where arrestees are fingerprinted electronically rather than with ink, allowing for a nearly instant criminal history check.

Though essentially all of the county’s local police departments have the technology, some do not frequently use it, a policy which will have to change due to the 48 component of the law.

“We’re moving forward with training, working with the New Jersey State Police,” said county Sheriff Michael Mastronardy.

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influences and from divided international loyalties. A letter from John Jay to George Washington, the presiding officer of the constitutional convention, sent during the deliberations of the convention urged Washington to persuade the convention to require the president to be a “natural born” citizen to avoid divided loyalties. A person born in another country, argued Jay, might not be totally loyal to the U.S.A. He added that it is dangerous for the commander in chief to have divided loyalties. John Jay later became the first chief justice of the United States.

So far every time that a reference has been made in a U.S. Supreme Court decision to “natural born” the words are recognized as being born on the land of the United States of America. The 1795 citizenship law written by James Madison, known as the “father of the constitution,” clearly indicated that citizens born off the land of the U.S.A., such as Cruz, are not “natural born.” Madison wanted to make sure that statutory law on this issue did not conflict with the U.S. Constitution. That is why he had the U.S. Congress adopt a comprehensive citizenship law that did just that.

When I was in public school I was repeatedly and consistently taught that you must be born within the borders of the U.S.A. to be the president. I was taught the same meaning of “natural born” as an undergradauate student and later when I earned my Master of Arts degree in politics from

New York University, I was taught the same. That is what I taught my high school students for 42 years as a U.S. History teacher during our unit on the constitution.

In 2008, an aide to Hillary Clinton claimed that presidential candidate Barack Obama could not be elected president because Obama was born in Kenya and therefore was not “natural born.” The Obama campaign, recognizing that being born in Kenya would bar him from being elected president, produced a birth certificate indicating that Obama was born in Hawaii.

The point is that as late as the last two presidential elections it was recognized that you had to be born in the U.S.A. to be elected president.

Hillary Clinton can challenge Cruz’s right to be elected president even as late as the approach of the meeting of the electoral college after the November elections. The constitutional conservatives on the U.S. Supreme Court most likely would rule that Cruz is ineligible to be U.S. President and the leftists could vote the very same way in order to get a president who would appoint more liberal justices.

If such a Clinton challenge is upheld by the U.S. Supreme Court, constitutional conservatives who are supporting Cruz would regret their votes for Cruz. Cruz would render a great service to their cause by acknowledging that he is ineligible to be elected president and then become the best choice to be the next conservative judge on the U.S. Supreme Court.

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Two Nonprofit Organizations Combine Resources

NEW JERSEY – Mary’s Place by the Sea, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting women who are receiving treatment for cancer, announced that they will be partnering with A Time for ME, a nonprofit organization that has provided spa retreats to women battling cancer for the last 22 years. Both service-driven and compassionate nonprofit organizations plan to serve women with cancer under one roof by offering women a place to heal their mind, body and soul.

With this new joint venture, the organizations are looking to expand their services. Handson cooking classes and nutritional sessions, along with mental health counselors from local universities will be available for regular workshops and group meetings. Combining resources will provide a stronger, more viable organization that will be able to do more for guests, while honoring the integrity of their missions and recognizing the hard work of all volunteers – past, present and future.

“At this juncture, we have decided that our combined resources will truly be in the best interest of the women we serve. It is a perfect fit and our natural next step,” said Patty O’Neil, executive director of A Time for ME. “Mary’s Place and A Time for ME will be a powerful combination when our two hearts come together as one.”

Seven years ago, Michele Gannon and Maria McKeon founded Mary’s Place by the Sea and have since welcomed over 5,000 women from across the nation into their beachfront home.

Mary’s Place by the Sea supports women with

cancer through integrative services, which complement their medical treatment and empower, educate and support their healing: mind, body and soul. The demand for respite care and emotional healing expanded so drastically that Mary’s Place by The Sea had outgrown its former four-bedroom home. It began construction in 2014 and will open a new 10-bedroom, ADA-compliant home this spring in order to accommodate the needs of more women locally and nationwide.

“We are beyond grateful for the women of A Time for ME for their generosity and confidence in our program at Mary’s Place by the Sea,” said Michele Gannon, president of Mary’s Place by the Sea. “Our missions are both built on caring for women “holistically” and meeting their emotional needs. We look forward to combining our passions and resources to be able to help many more women in need.”

A Time for ME aims to provide women diagnosed with cancer, living in Monmouth and Ocean Counties, a respite from their disease where they can recharge and focus on a positive tomorrow. They do this by providing a three day retreat at a spa resort where they can recharge, focus on a positive tomorrow and focus on recovery.

Moving forward, A Time for ME has asked that all donations be directed to Mary’s Place by the Sea. If you would like to volunteer or make a donation to this mission assisting women impacted by cancer, contact 732-455-5344 or visit marysplacebythesea.org.

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LONG BEACH ISLAND – The Lighthouse International Film Festival has announced The LIFF Kick Off Party will be held on May 7 at 7 p.m. This event will be held at Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts and Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd. Loveladies.

Discover what’s screening at the 2016 Lighthouse International Film Festival, held June 9 to 12, when the film lineup will be unveiled by Executive Director Eric Johnson. The LIFF Kick-Off Party is the time to catch the previews. The party will include hors d’oeuvres from the area’s best restaurants, libations and a silent auction. Items included are: stand-up paddle board lessons, original LBI art by local artists, gift cards for fine dining, gift baskets from local businesses, throw pillows from a local design store, professional beach photo shoots, art classes and more. No waiting in line if you buy tickets online.

There will be limited tickets available at the door.

The Kick Off Party will feature the screening of two award–winning short films, “Harry Grows Up” and “Fool’s Day.” The film-makers will be available for questions following the screenings.

“Harry Grows Up” is short romantic comedy, lasting 12 minutes. New York is a tough place to find love. Especially for an 18-month-old living on his own.

The end is not easy to predict, nor are the well edited scenes that follow one another, so the viewer is pleasantly surprised at every turn. The use of black and white, instead of color, gives the film a timeless appeal. Complete with a sweet-sounding musical score, this romantic comedy is a gem. This film is a winner of 20 awards including: L.A.

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LAKEWOOD – The Ocean County Department of Parks and Recreation will be conducting a new class in Pickle Ball. Join the Recreation Department for this game that combines badminton, tennis and ping pong. All equipment will be supplied.

Meet at the Tennis Pro Shop, Ocean County Park, 659 Ocean Ave. on Fridays from May 6 to 27, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.

The fee is $8 per person. The program number is 123123-1A. To register, send a check made payable to the “County of Ocean” to: Ocean Cou nt y Parks and Recreation, 1198 Bandon Road, Toms River, NJ 08753.

Provide name, address and daytime telephone number, along with the program number when registering.

The department also conducts many sports programs for kids through seniors. To receive more infor mation or to receive a Parks and Recreation Newsletter, call 877-OCPARKS or visit oceancountyparks.org.

The Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders sponsors this program.

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“Fool’s Day” is a short comedy drama, lasting 19 minutes. “Fool’s Day” is a dark comedy about a fourth grade class that pulls an innocent, April Fool’s prank on their teacher, which accidentally kills

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Risk Factors Hearing loss is about twice as common in people with diabetes compared to those without the disease. Adults with pre-diabetes, whose blood glucose is higher than normal but not high enough for a diabetes diagnosis, have a 30 percent higher rate of hearing loss compared to those with normal blood sugar.

Current smokers are 1.69 times more likely, or have a 70 percent higher risk to have hearing loss than nonsmokers. Studies have shown that a healthy cardiovascular system has a positive effect on hearing. Conversely, inadequate blood flow and trauma to the blood vessels of the inner ear can contribute to hearing loss.

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Allergy symptoms occur because your body releases histamine and leukotriene (and other pro-inflammatory compounds), which lead to runny nose and watery eyes, swelling, congestion, a scratchy throat and sneezing. Your goal would be to control those two cytokines and balance immune function.

Go to a physician and pay a lot to be told to “avoid triggers” or “move” or “stop eating 40 foods.” Grumble all the way home because you know it’s not possible in your situation.

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3. Essential Oil of Eucalyptus – Used in steam inhalations or diffused in an aromatizer. Eucalyptus opens up your sinuses and air passageways, improving airflow. It contains “citronellal,” which has pain-relieving benefits and anti-inflammatory effects making it useful for upper respiratory infections.

4. Salt – Natural, unrefined salt (not table salt) actually has natural antihistamine effects. If you’re having a sneezing fit, or

hay fever attack, put a tiny amount of unrefined salt on the tip of your tongue. Let it absorb, you don’t have to swallow it. Rinse the excess. Another variation of using salt is to drink a little salt-laced water during your attack. Use saline in your Neti pots daily.

5. Bromelain – This pineapple-derived enzyme is sold as a supplement. It reduces swelling as well as mucus production, so it’s particularly helpful for sinus infection.

It may thin mucus making it easier for you to breathe.

6. Avoid histamine-forming foods, thus reducing the burden of histamine inside your body. These foods include sausage, smoked meats, chocolate, alcohol, aged cheese, dried foods, fermented foods and nuts.

7. Visit a salt cave – These are amazing, I’ve been inside one in Santa Barbara. They are popping up as the new “spa treatment” across North America. Sitting in a Himalayan salt cave, inhaling ionized air infuses your body with valuable minerals. The particles of sodium chloride may improve allergies and kill fungus.

8. Butterbur – I wrote about this in my Headache Free book. Butterbur acts like the pharmaceutical drug called Singulair, and it inhibits the production of leukotrienes, which trigger swelling in your nasal passages.

9. Propolis – An animal study showed some interesting results. Propolis significantly inhibited histamine release from mast cells.

10. Chlorella – This supplement is a type of algae grown in fresh water often suggested for reducing radiation treatment side effects, stimulating the immune system and increasing white blood cell counts. For allergies, chlorella can reduce histamine, and improve interleukin 12 and interferon.

(This information is not intended to treat, cure or diagnose your condition. Suzy Cohen is the author of “The 24-Hour Pharmacist” and “Real Solutions.” For more information, visit www.SuzyCohen.com) ©2016 SUZY COHEN, RPH. DISTRIBUTED BY DEAR PHARMACIST, INC.

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Robert Caleo, a retiree from Bell Labs, who holds degrees from Rutgers University and New York University, has remained active in two of his long-time avocations – writing on historical subjects and teaching at the college level.

His research has enabled him to write “Farragut and Family – The Making of an Elder Hero” and he will enlighten event-goers about the first rear admiral, the first vice admiral and the first admiral in the U.S. Navy.

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The dance ac+y is also asking that ever yone, including local business, donate $25 and in return, the business name, as a sponsor, will be placed on the back of t-shirts that will be worn by and sold to Amelia’s supporters attending the event. The donation will allow the dance academy to print the t-shirts and the shirts will be sold for $10 each.

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Jewish Heritage Museum To Present Documentary

FREEHOLD – The Jewish Heritage Museum of Monmouth County, (JHMOMC), 310 Mounts Corner Drive, will show the premier of “Gellman American Dream,” a documentary about the Gellman family created by New Jersey filmmaker Gary Gellman, on May 15, at 3 p.m.

The recently produced documentary features the Gellman family, who has lived in New Jersey for 110 years. As Jewish immigrant farmers during the first half of the 20th century, they settled in Western Monmouth County and built a business supplying vegetables to the Garden State region.

According to Gary Gellman, who is a grandson, four generations of his family are still alive. His oldest living aunt, age 97, is the only one of nine children still alive and a life-long resident of Monmouth County; she hopes to attend the premier of the film.

Karin Levy Gellen, Boca Raton, FL, is co-author of “Yesterday,” a Gellman family historical book. Gellen will also be present among other guests.

After the premier of the film, Gellman will explain how families can create their own family history documentary. He will detail the entire process, provide guidance about the creation process and describe how he collected all of the materials necessary to put together the documentary of his family, from old family movies to newspaper articles.

“We recorded interviews with family members in their 80s and 90s, incorporated old film reels, photographs, media publications

and created a 30-minute piece that documents our family history,” said Gary Gellman. “Our Jewish history came alive as we produced this documentary and uncovered our fascinating past.” It is remarkable what Jewish farmers needed to do to survive.

Gary Gellman, founder of Gellman Images, has been featured nationally more than 500 times in newspapers, magazines and on radio, over the last twenty-seven years.

This includes appearing nationally on CBS’s “The Early Show,” ABC’s “Good Morning Las Vegas,” CBS’s “Early Show Indianapolis,” Fox’s “Good Day Philadelphia,” Action News’ “Early Edition,” NBC’s “10” and News 12’s “Daytime Edition” to discuss the multi-media industry. He has been a featured speaker at conventions in Las Vegas, Philadelphia and Atlantic City. Gellman completed his broadcasting and journalism studies at The College of New Jersey.

Reservations for the screening and talk are recommended. Admission is $8 for Museum members and $10 for non-members. For more information or to make a non-refundable paid reservation, call the Museum at 732-252-6990 or visit jhmomc. org. The Jewish Heritage Museum is located in the Mounts Corner Shopping Center, at 310 Mounts Corner Drive. It is on the second floor of the historic Levi Solomon Barn.

The JHMOMC is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization and is handicapped accessible.

For more information or to speak with Gary Gellman, call 732-431-8273 or email gary@ gellmanimages.com.

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BRICK – The Jersey Coast Shark Anglers is hosting its 38th Annual Mako “Catch It” Fever Tournament from June 17 to p19. The entry fee is $450 per boat per day. You may enter multiple days with multiple entry fees.

There is $70,000 in prize money to be awarded. First place receives $28,000; second place receives $17,500; third place receives $14,000 and fourth place receives $10,500. These prizes are based on 275 boats entered. In the event that the tournament is not filled 100 percent, a straight percentage of cash prizes will be awarded on the number of anglers entered.

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The Captain’s Meeting is June 16 at Hoffman’s Marina, 608 Green Ave, Brielle, at 6:30 p.m. There will be food, refreshments and door prizes. Attendance at the Captain’s Meeting is mandatory. One member of the crew must attend. Captains are responsible for knowing all tournament rules and any rule changes made at the Captain’s Meeting.

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Riders will sit in wing seats outside the track to be lifted straight up a 12-story, 90-degree hill. Riders flip head-over-heels at least six times along the seemingly weightless journey.

Thrillseekers will experience leaps and dives along a horizontal plane, along with unexpected drops as they tumble from one level to the next. The Joker is included with theme park admission, season pass or active membership.

A virtual ride video and construction updates are available on the web at sixflags.com/greatadventure and clicking on The Joker link from the home page.

May 1: Lifeguard Job Fair – Six Flags Hurricane Harbor heats up hiring for cool jobs this summer with a Lifeguard Job Fair from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Employment Center.

Before attending, new applicants must visit sixflagsjobs.com to complete an online application. Previous lifeguard experience and CPR certification is not required, all necessary trainings and certifications are provided. Six Flags offers team members many benefits including advancement opportunities, reward and recognition programs, scholarships, free park admission to the theme and water parks and more.

May 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30: Silver Safari Tours – The Silver Safari Tour is a group trip for senior citizens who are young at heart. Get an up-close look at 1,200 animals from six continents while riding in style on special Safari Off-Road vehicles. This tour takes place on Mondays in May when the theme park is closed so that bus groups can be escorted close to the loading platform to limit walking. A stop at Camp Aventura half-way through the tour gives groups the chance to stretch, feed a giraffe, see some smaller animals and shop for souvenirs.

May 3, 4, 10, 11, 17 and 18: Academic Adventures: Safari Off-Road Education – Six Flags takes students grades K through 6 on a journey in learning with 1,200 animals from six continents through the 350-acre wildlife preserve lead by experienced tour guides.

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May 12: Business and Marketing Education Day – For years, Six Flags has invited high school and middle school students to learn about business by bringing them inside the marketing of a theme park. Professionals from different industries are invited to speak to students about all levels of marketing. Each year, Six Flags creates a new challenge that asks students to design a business plan for everything from a new concert or sporting event to marketing non-profits. Participating students compete for theme park tickets.

May 14: Cheerfest – Cheerleading and crossover dance teams can reach for the stars as they compete for trophies and prizes at the 26th Annual Cheerleading and Dance Championship.

This event is open to public and private schools, recreation and all-star teams. Competition takes place outdoors at the Movietown Arena on a 42’ x 54’ spring floor.

May 15, 21 and 22: Dancefest – Dance troupes of all ages, types and genres have the opportunity to perform without the pressure of a competition or recital. Performances start at noon inside Showcase Theater in the Movietown section of the park. All participants will receive a Dancefest ribbon to take home as a souvenir of their day.

May 21: Celebration Concert with Jeremy Camp. The concert takes place at 5 p.m. in the Plymouth Rock Assurance Arena and is included with theme park admission, season pass or active membership as part of the Mike And Ike Zours Summer Concert Series.

May 21: Six Flags Great Adventure will celebrate summer with the 2016 season opening of Six Flags Hurricane Harbor. The 45-acre water park is one of America’s largest, and features a million-gallon wave pool, one of the country’s longest “lazy rivers,” a two-story family water playground and more than 25 high-speed thrill slides. The park’s signature water slides include the six-slide Big Wave Racer, the giant Tornado and venomous King Cobra. In 2016, Hurricane Harbor will welcome the addition of the all-new Caribbean Cove water play area for families. The water playground will include 55 interactive features including water jets, spray nozzles and a dumping bucket.

May 26: Six Flags Great Adventure will begin daily operation May 26. The park operates every day through the summer until September 5, when it transitions to a weekend operating schedule for Fright Fest and Holiday in the Park. For a full operating calendar with daily opening and closing times and a complete list of special events, visit sixflags.com/greatadventure.

May 27: Safety Patrol Day – Safety Patrollers are responsible and dedicated to the safety of fellow students and their school. Reward their dedication with a fun filled trip to our annual Safety Patrol Days. It’s a great way to recruit students for the Safety Patrol program from year to year.

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Our Senior Leadership values an open door policy from The CEO down and is visible each and every day to all the staff! Competitive rates. Apply in person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org. (t/n) PT Book Keeper – Growing Healthcare company in Ocean County is looking for a PT bookkeeper to work 2-3 days a week.

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C lassifieds Help Wanted

Certified Home Health Aides Needed for Ocean County area. Hourly and live-in positions avail. P/T and F/T. Call CCC at 732-206-1047. (t/n) Micromedia Publications is seeking a Part Time Reporter - Candidate should have writing/reporting experience. Candidate must be available to cover evening meetings of the local government, generally one night per week, and may also be asked to attend community events, fundraisers, etc. Conducting phone interviews is understood to be part of the job. In addition, the ideal candidate will have the ability to take photos to accompany features.

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Dear Joel, My Dad recently passed away and my Mom is now living alone after 55 years of marriage. Mother is in good health, however she has some very bad days and has nonstop fits of crying. After a while, I don’t know what to say to her. Here is my question. My sister feels that buying her a dog is a good idea. I have mixed feelings about it. Being that you work with widows and widowers, I thought that you may have some experience.

Answer: First of all thank you for writing.

I indeed do have a lot of experience working with people who have lost spouses. It’s important to keep in mind that there are many young people who lose spouses and it’s not restricted to people 70 and above.

Unfortunately illness does not understand age I will get to the dog part, but first want to address a few things that I hear in your letter. You say that Dad passed away recently but don’t give me an exact amount of time. The reason that I say this is that mourning, sadness following a death, are very good healing tools. These are expected after a major loss. If however your mother is having “crying fits” after a year or so, I am a concerned. Lengthy

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mourning is not healthy and she may need some help, whether it be religious or psychological.

Now to the dog part of your question. Not knowing her and not being able to ask you more questions makes it difficult to answer. I do not recommend a puppy for people her age. It may be too physically challenging and could be damaging psychologically if she feels like she isn’t doing a good job.

Has she had dogs before? If not, there is no way of knowing if she has any interest in having an animal around.

My list goes and on. While I personally believe that it would be a good idea, this is an example of when I wouldn’t surprise her with an animal. Have a discussion with her and see if she even likes the idea.

The last thing she needs is a dog being delivered to her home and then asking for the dog to be removed a week later.

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Butterfly Charities To Reopen For Season

BRICK – The Butterf ly Charities at 570 Mantoloking Road will begin its season May 1, in a grand reopening event f rom 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at its greenhouse.

The site features peaceful elements such as a waterfall trickling down to a pond, and an abundance of f lowers and foliage of the season. But patrons will suddenly notice that in an enclosed area there is a multitude of butterf lies f luttering around, to the delight of visitors.

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entry fee to local charities, which vary each week. Previous recipients have included Superstorm Sandy charities, the Relay for Life American Cancer Society and others.

The owners hope to create a meditative and mesmerizing experience with the Butterf ly Charities, where folks of all ages can have a peaceful and life-changing moment among the delicately f lying butterf lies.

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JACKSON – Want to learn how to ma ke a shor t f il m, produce a tele vision show or create a music video using state-of-the-industry equipment and techniques? Sign up for the JTV Summer Film Academy. Three unique sessions are being held in June and July. It is open to students who will be

entering grades 5 through 12 next year.

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The Interaction Between Workers’ Compensation And A State Disability Pension

By Robert C. Shea, Esq. & Stacie A. Brustman, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates As you may be aware, if you are injured while working, as a result of an occupational exposure, or a specific traumatic event, you are statutorily permitted to file for workers’ compensation benefits. In addition, if you are in a position that you are involved in the State pension system, you may be entitled to an accidental or ordinary disability pension.

Generally, if you are involved in a traumatic event at work that ultimately deems you unable to perform your duties any longer, you may be entitled to an accidental disability pension.

There is no minimal time of employment to be eligible for this pension. The jurisdiction as to whether you are disabled from your job duties as a result of the traumatic event rests with the Division of Pensions. However, the accidental disability pension may entitle you to in excess of 70 percent of your wages and family health benefits.

However, if you are approved for an accidental disability pension, there is a direct dollar for dollar offset for any workers’ compensation benefits you receive. This is to say, you may still file for workers’ compensation benefits, and may be entitled to benefits pursuant to same, but your pension benefits will be reduced by any recovery made. This, in fact, does not decrease your financial benefits, but merely may change from whom the money is received.

However, the law is different when a person involved in the State pension system is approved for an ordinary disability pension and that person also has an injury with permanent residuals

in the course of his or her employment. In most cases, in order to be considered for an ordinary disability pension, you will have had to be in the State pension system for 10 years. This also may only provide a pension benefit of approximately 43 percent of your salary. As in the accidental disability pension, the decision as to whether you are disabled from your job duties rests with the Division of Pensions.

In New Jersey, there is a long standing public policy against double recoveries for the same injuries. In New Jersey, an injured employee may receive an ordinary disability pension and workers’ compensation benefits. However, the workers’ compensation benefits may be subject to a dollar for dollar offset for pension benefits.

However, an ordinary disability pension is generally not the result of one traumatic event that deems the worker unable to perform his or her duties, but generally is the result of numerous and varied disabilities that may or may not be work related, or related to the workers’ compensation injury. As such, there only exists an offset for those injuries incorporated in the approval of the disability pension and are specifically involved in the claim for workers’ compensation. In converse, the disabilities unrelated to workers’ compensation then are not included in the calculation of the offset.

As you can see, your choice as to whether to pursue workers’ compensation benefits when eligible for either disability pension is a difficult and law sensitive decision that should be reviewed with an attorney in depth.

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Old Guard To Take Trip To AC

BRICK – On May 25, the Old Guard of Greater Point Pleasant Area is planning a trip to the Resorts Casino in Atlantic City. The price is $48 and includes: the bus, $20 food voucher for any restaurant, a show featuring songs and music from the 50s and 60s and a $10 slot play

voucher.

The bus leaves from the Walmart parking lot, Route. 70 at 10 a.m.

Make checks payable to The Old Guard and sent to Nick Dagostaro, 398 B Chesterfield Court, Lakewood, NJ 08701. For more information, call 732-886-2969.

Kid’s Stuff Flea Market Shopping

LAKEWOOD – More than 100 vendors are registered for the Kid’s Stuff Flea Market. The event will be held at the Ocean County Park, 659 Ocean Ave., Route 88, on May 7 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Buy new and “recycled” kids and baby related items. A Mother’s Day f lower sale will also be held.

Admission is free. The event is held rain or shine. Visit oceancountyparks. org for additional information or call 877-OCPARKS. The event is sponsored by the Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders and Ocean County Parks and Recreation.

Brick Farmers’ Market Resumes In May

BRICK – Brick Farmers’ Market will return to Windward Beach starting May 21.

This year’s market will be held every Saturday from May 21 through October 1 from 9 a.m. to noon.

Vendors include fresh produce, baked goods, cookies, handmade soaps, pickles and more.

For detailed information about vendors or other information, visit the Brick Farmers’ Market website at brickfarmersmarket.com.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of April30-May 6

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): If you break enough rules eventually that rule is replaced. Until then you must yield to the pressure to conform and stick to what you know best. Seek the sound advice of friends or partners in the week ahead.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Good manners make the man. Your interest in a variety of unusual subjects can earn you the friendship or admiration of less adventurous souls. Be content to stick to the conventional route in the upcoming week.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): A tendency to wallow in self-indulgence could put you in the doghouse as this week unfolds and cause others to criticize. Bypass social exchanges and keep your nose to the grindstone until the atmosphere shifts.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): False starts may occur when too many people wave a checkered flag. This isn’t a good week to give in to romantic notions or to let mixed signals deter you from your goals. Creative activities provide suitable outlets.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Ambition may not be your aim this week. True friendship and mutual appreciation is gender neutral. You may meet someone who has your best interests at heart but physical attraction isn’t part of the equation.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): When the oilcan is within reach it is easier to tend to squeaky wheels. Focus on fixing problems within the home and family in the week to come. Use wisdom and generosity to handle intense interpersonal situations.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): People can be

nourished by your energy without draining it.

Once stirred by your example someone could go to great lengths to imitate your unconventional methods this week. Prevent a friend from burning bridges.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Your partners may throw caution to the winds in the week to come. Be a good friend and act as a restraining influence. Getting wrapped up in complicated schemes to protect your future security could drain resources.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You’ll be late if you procrastinate. In the week to come you could lose out on opportunities because you take too much time to prepare for public appearances or meetings. Be proud of your plethora of experience.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Getting ahead requires persistence and relentless ambition. In the week to come you may feel less under pressure and can relax to enjoy the fruits of your labors. You social life may revolve around the home.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Traditional values will keep you afloat when new ideas flood in. Your friends and partners may stray from the herd and tempt your to discard conventions. A surprising message might brighten the week ahead.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): If you don’t stand for something you might fall for anything.

It is easy to echo the opinions of your friends just so you appear to fit in. Make a statement this week by concentrating on achieving realistic goals.

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Wolfgang Puck’s Kitchen Fresh Fare: Omelet Recipe Features Farmers’ Market Veggies

By Wolfgang Puck

I’d like to share a recipe that makes the most of the offerings you’d find in your local farmers’ market: an egg white omelet with farmers’ market vegetables. It features an assortment of produce: asparagus, baby spinach, mushrooms, tomato, avo c a do, wat e r c r e s s , a nd a touch of fresh serrano chile pepper. But you could substitute whatever other vegetables that you might prefer.

Egg white omelets have become ver y popular in recent years among people who want to cut down on fat but still get lots of healthy protein. If you want a touch of f lavor and golden color without too much additional fat, substitute an egg yolk for one of the whites called for in the ingredients list.

I generally like to cook one omelet at a time, though you could also prepare a larger omelet in a larger pan for two, three or four people, cutting it into individual portions after cooking. Either way, you’ll find that the recipe takes just minutes to prepare.

I cook most of the vegetables quick ly in a lit tle olive oil, drain off excess liquid (a must if you’re including spinach), and then mix them in with the eggs before cooking the omelet.

The remaining vegetables, uncooked, become garnishes and a simple salad to accompany the eggs. The combination satisfies greatly, whether you serve the omelet for breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner and at any time of year!

EGG WHITE OMELET WITH FARMERS’ MARKET VEGETABLES Serves 1 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 3 large cultivated mushrooms, trimmed and thinly sliced 1 spear asparagus, trimmed, cut diagonally into slices 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick

2 ounces baby spinach leaves (about 2 cups packed), plus 1 ounce for serving 1/2 to 1 t ablespoon ser r a no chile, chopped, seeded and deveined 5 large cage-free egg whites 2 tablespoons f reshly grated Parmesan cheese Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1/2 cup (125 mL) tomato, diced and seeded Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a heavy medium nonstick skillet over high heat. Add the mushrooms and asparagus and saute, stirring constantly, for about 2 minutes. Add 2 ounces of spinach and the serrano chile; saute brief ly, just until the spinach wilts. Transfer to a sieve set over a bowl. Press to release excess liquid.

Pour the egg whites, Parmesan and salt and pepper to taste into another container or bowl. With an immersion blender or a wire whisk, blend the whites until smooth and frothy. Stir in the drained sauteed vegetables.

Over high heat, add 1 to 2 tablespoons more oil to the skillet. Add the egg white mixture.

Shake the pan back and forth, stir ring with the back of the fork to scramble lightly, about 1 minute. Spread half of the tomatoes across the center. Cook until the egg whites are opaque and gently set, about 1 minute longer.

With the fork, fold the near edge of the omelet in towards the center and over the filling. Fold the far edge in over the center.

Slide or push the omelet toward the far end of the skillet. Grip the handle f rom under neath.

With you r f ree hand, hold a plate almost vertically near the skillet. Tilt the skillet and move the plate underneath to roll the omelet onto the plate.

Arrange the remaining spinach and tomato around the omelet, garnish with parsley and season 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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