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signed a professional baseball contract with the Arizona Diamondbacks after being selected #149 in the MLB draft, a fifth-round pick.

The momentous occasion was marked by a signing photo opp at Toms River High School North

By Judy Smestad-Nunn OCEAN COUNTY – In the more than 10 years since the fleet began its rounds, government-sponsored pumpout boats have offloaded 1.3 million gallons of raw sewage from 64,868 boats in Barnegat Bay. Going into the 2016 season, the county has seven pumpout boats with the addition of “The Pollution Solution” boat. The othere six pumpout boats that operate on Barnegat Bay: Brick Township maintains the “Bay Defender” and the “Bay Saver,” that serve northern Barnegat Bay; Seaside Park maintains the “Circle of Life” and the “Water Warrior,” that serve the central bay; and Tuckerton Seaport maintains the “Waste Watcher” and the “Bay Sweeper” that serve the southern end of the bay.

Since the program started in

with Rose surrounded by his mom, two brothers, Toms River High School North Principal Ed Keller, Toms River Regional Assistant Superintendent John Coleman, Superintendent David Healy (Draft - See Page 5)

100 Years Ago, TR Roads Intersect With Pres. Wilson son was running for re-election.

The former New Jersey Governor and former President of Princeton College was re-nominated at the Democratic National Convention in June. With Europe aflame in conflict, his slogan was “He kept us out of war!” The Republicans

nominated sitting United States Supreme Court Chief Justice Charles E. Hughes of New York.

Hughes was a consensus candidate as the GOP sought to heal the regular Republican and Progressive wings of the party which had (History - See Page 24)

July 23, 2016

Boats Save 1.3M Gallons Of Sewage Around Bay

–Photo courtesy Toms River Regional Joey Rose, seated center, signed with the Arizona Diamondbacks. Pictured with Rose are his mom and two brothers. Standing (l to r), Toms River High School North Principal Ed Keller, Toms River Regional Assistant Superintendent John Coleman, Superintendent David Healy and High School North Athletic Coordinator Paul Barnoski.

By J. Mark Mutter One hundred years ago this month, national politics, roadway improvements and federal dollars all came together – with an impact here in Toms River.

The 1916 Presidential Election In 1916, President Woodrow Wil-

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–Photo by Judy Smestad-Nunn Captain Richard Christen, left, emptying the tank of a boat alongside boat owner Anthony Favor at Wehrlen Brothers Marina in Brick.

1997 with the “Circle of Life,” until the end of 2015, the combined fleet has offloaded a total of 1,304,391 gallons of raw sewage from 64,868 boats.

In 2003 Barnegat Bay and Little Egg Harbor Bay were federally designated as no-discharge zones, making the release of raw or treated effluent illegal within three miles of the coast.

(Boats - See Page 5)

Amid Warnin�s, Locals Le�elin� Up With Po��mon Go

By Shawn Smith OCEAN COUNTY – Around midnight, the streets which are usually quiet are bustling with teens and young adults staring at their phones. Suddenly, someone cries out, “There’s a Ninetails over by Wells Fargo!” The mass of trainers rush around the corner and out of sight, except for a few who have brought lawn chairs and set themselves up in front of the Toms River Fire Department on Robbins Street.

Chances are that even if you

live under a rock, you’ve heard of the newest Pokémon game (because people have probably lifted the rock looking for one of the digital creatures). Pokémon Go is the newest craze, and within the short amount of time since its release just earlier this month, it has threatened to overtake Twitter with its number of daily users.

It’s sent hundreds of locals out on walks to spots such as parks, businesses and other landmarks.

(Pokémon - See Page 7)

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By Catherine Galioto OCEAN COUNTY – The 69th Ocean County Fair welcomed visitors to the fairgrounds, Miller Airpark in Berkeley, in a five-day stretch that ended July 17. The festival included such draws as carnival rides, traditional and unique fair foods, and a bevy of prize animals such as rabbits, poultry, horses and goats from local 4-H clubs. Rounding out the fun were demonstrations by seeing eye dog trainers and an all-terrain vehicle club among others. Featured entertainment included live performances by The Amish Outlaws and other bands. For more information, visit oceancountyfair.com.

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In the mid 1990s the state began to participate in the federal Clean Vessel Act Program which uses federal grants to fund 75 percent of the cost to install pumpout stations, which supplement the pumpout boats along New Jersey’s coastal waters.

In Brick, the addition of a second pumpout boat in 2014 doubles the amount of raw sewage from boat holding tanks that can be kept out of northern Barnegat Bay, and since Brick got its first pumpout boat in 2003 until the end of 2015, the two boats combined have offloaded 413,525 gallons from 17,948 boats.

In a shared services agreement, Brick Township maintains the boats and the county provides up to $20,000 annually per boat for operational and administrative expenses. The county purchased the boats with Clean Vessel Act Program grant money (except for “Circle of Life” which was purchased by Seaside Park).

The county also partners with other organi-

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and High School North Athletic Coordinator Paul Barnoski.

Rose headed to the Diamondbacks’ Arizona League rookie team, where he’s already played 18 games since his signing.

Rose’s senior season highlights with the Mariners included 10 homers. Against Barnegat, Rose delivered 2 runs and 3 RBIs, which is of

The Toms River Times, July 23, 2016, Page 5 zations, including the Ocean County Utilities Authority, which contributes about half the operating costs annually.

Brick resident Captain Harry Thorne, 74, is the original operator of the “Bay Defender,” and after 14 years he is now the fleet’s most senior pumpout boat operator.

“The program is great--there are thousands and thousands of gallons we’re keeping out of the bay. I can see the difference in the quality of the water from when I started until now,” said Thorne, who served as a Bergen County police officer for 40 years.

The Brick boats are docked at Trader’s Cove Marina and operate from Friday through Monday from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. starting Memorial Day and ending in October.

Thorne said that he and the “Bay Defender” Captain Mario Riccio, or relief Captain Richard Christen start their day on Fridays by checking their cell phone messages and planning their day.

Fridays and Mondays aren’t as busy as the weekend so the men check popular mooring

and anchor areas like F-Cove, or they might do bigger jobs, such as empty the holding tanks from houseboats.

Thorne’s boat, the “Bay Defender” can hold up to 420 gallons. With some houseboats having holding tanks of up to 200 gallons, owners are encouraged to set up a pumpout schedule in advance, he said. He estimates that they service about 10 houseboats in Brick.

When the weather is good, weekends are very busy and the pumpout boats are off-loading waste from holding tanks and portable toilets nearly nonstop, Thorne said.

One of the hazards of the job is a ruptured hose or a clogged line, which Thorne said could be “an ugly mess” to clean up.

“Most boat owners know what you can flush and what you can’t, but visitors don’t always know what’s flushable, and that can play havoc with our pumps,” Thorne said.

The pumpout boats empty their holding tanks into the municipal sewer system at pumpout stations located at Trader’s Cove Marina, or other privately-owned marinas like Johnson

Brothers, Comstock, and Shore Haven, who receive a $500 stipend from the county if they apply for it, he said.

“Sometimes we have to fish things out from our tank, and that’s really horrible, it’s not something you want to know about,” he said.

Thorne said he wishes more people would adhere to the no-discharge laws.

One morning Thorne pulled his pumpout boat into Beaton Brothers marina and a sailboat “right in front of me” was discharging their sewage into the bay.

“I told (marina owner) Tommy Beaton, and he threw him out,” he recalled. “Some people think it’s okay to dump it in the bay. I wish I had enforcement power, but I would have to sign a complaint and go to court...I’m not an enforcement officer,” Thorne said.

The pumpout boats can be contacted on Marine VHF radio channel 9 or by calling the captains directly on dedicated cell phones: the Bay Saver can be reached at 732 779-5876, and the Bay Defender can be reached at 732 644-4124.

The pumpout service is provided free of charge.

particular note since Rose faced pitcher Jason Groome, the Boston Red Sox first round pick.

The Diamondback’s pick was part of the MLB Amateur Draft. This year’s MLB draft marks several other locals picked in high rounds. Barnegat High School senior Jason Groome was selected 12th on the first round of the Major League Baseball First-Year Player Draft by the Boston Red Sox and agreed to a $3.65 million signing bonus. Former Jackson Memorial High School standout Matt Thaiss

accepted a $2.15 million signing bonus from the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim.

Rose is not the only Mariner in the school’s history to sign a professional contract. J.M. Gold was the No. 13 overall pick in 1998.

Also in the last three decades in Toms River history, drafted out of high school, were Todd Frazier (Toms River South) who was the No. 34 overall pick in 2004 to the Rockies, and his brother Charlie Frazier in 1999 to the Marlins; Jason Arre of Toms

River South in 1999 as pick #961 to the Kansas City Royals.

Rose, 18, bats and throws right-handed.

With several Diamondbacks’ Arizona League rookie games already under his belt since signing on June 24, Rose has a batting average of .207 with the minor league team.

With his 58 at bats, Rose belted out 12 hits including four doubles and two triples, to net three RBIs. He has 11 runs scored and has stolen one base.

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And police and business owners are noticing the uptick in pedestrian traffic, at all hours.

The game uses “augmented reality,” in which Google Maps overlays with the game map that players use, and geolocates like a GPS does. As users play, they have to move in the real world to move their character in the game. Places like parks, monuments and churches serve as locations in the game where trainers can get supplies, or battle their Pokémon.

W h ile t he ga me’s popu la r it y ha s exploded, issues surrounding it have also emerged, with national news reporting incidents from drivers getting into accidents while playing, to three women finding a dead body in a park.

Townships such as Lacey have issued statements to the public, warning of the dangers of using a smart phone and disregarding your surroundings. The game also greets users with a warning to be aware of their surroundings while they play.

“The Lacey Township Police Department is advising residents playing this game to please be alert at all times, and stay aware of their surroundings t o avoid p ot e nt ia l p r oble m s wh i le playing the game,” according to the press release. “Additional safety tips i nclude, not d r iv i ng or ut i l i z i ng a bicycle, skateboard, or other devices

The Toms River Times, July 23, 2016, Page 7 while interacting with the app as you won’t be able to do both safely. Furthermore, be cautious not to trespass on private property or areas you normally wouldn’t, if you weren’t playing the game.”

Parents are not the only ones benef itting from the game getting their children out of the house, some local businesses are also seeing an increase of customers because of the locations of the “gyms” and “pokéstops” in the game.

Some businesses, such as Quaker Steak and Lube in Brick actually are a pokéstop themselves, despite the actual stop being the NASCAR on the roof of the building, but the restaurant said it has not seen an increase of patrons after the game was released.

“I don’t follow the Pokémon trend, so I don’t know if I just didn’t notice,” a manager who asked not to be named said on Monday. “I haven’t seen anything out of the ordinary.”

Another local “hot spot” also reported that they have not seen a noticeable difference in patrons, despite the extreme popularity of the game.

Tori Ben, mother of the owner of Uncle Doods Donuts, another business that has become a pokéstop, said the shop has not seen a noticeable difference in patrons, largely due to the hours of the business.

“We’ve had a few extra people, but the hours they are wandering around, we’re not open,” Ben said. “We close at

1 p.m., there’s been a lot of traffic after 1, and before we open [at 6:30 a.m.].”

Police, the media and the game itself cannot stress enough that players always be aware of their surroundings, as Howell Police Chief Andrew Kudrick issued a message on the craze on the department’s Facebook page.

“The latest Pokémon Go game has become widely popular amongst kids and adults (yes, adults). Although, the game in itself is harmless, the activity associated with it has raised credible concerns with police departments and the public,” Kudrick wrote. “Over the past few days, the Howell Police Department has received numerous calls reporting suspicious activity/persons throughout the township. This includes our former municipal building directly behind police headquarters. Officers have reported watching multiple cars pu lli ng i nto closed bu si nesses a nd persons walking along the shoulder of Route 9 while looking down at their phones.”

The problem could be one of trespa ssi ng, he said. “Pa r t icipa nt s a re trespassing on private proper ty and are going into places they shouldn’t be.

The activity associated with this game causes our off icers to be distracted from their nor mal, legitimate patrol duties. More importantly, the potential for someone getting hurt or involved in a bad situation participating in this game is an almost certainty,” said the police chief.

Ultimately, the call was for good judgment: “During this time of heightened awareness and security of our officers and government facilities along with the “see something, say something” campaign, participants must be responsible in par ticipating in this game,” Kudrick said. “If you chose to participate, use good judgment. Don’t annoy the general public and the police. Stay off other people’s property and don’t engage in odd behavior that going to make people suspicious. Better yet, delete the game off your phones, head over to one of our local parks and play a good ‘ole game of kick ball.”

At the Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, a statement was issued to military personnel about cellphone usage while in uniform, saying those trainers should wait until off duty before attempting to catch Pokémon.

“For our community members playing near the installation -- there are several Pokémon hugging our security borders,” the Facebook post said. “Unfortunately, catching Pokémon is not an accepted answer when being detained

by Security Forces.”

As for that Ninetails? Turned out to be just another Pidgey.

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Opinion

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Featured Letter Task Force Against Elder Abuse Needed Thank you Governor Christie and members of the legislat u re for signing Bill #S157 to create the New Jersey Task Force on Abuse Against the Elderly and Disabled. The impact of abusive practices is f inancially and emotionally devastating to our loved ones who are victimized.

There is also a tremendous burden on the judicial and social services systems to rectify the injustices from such crimes although vast numbers of such crimes go unprosecuted. AARP concurs that the resources and experiences of a multi-disciplinary task force could develop policy proposals to save lives and livelihoods.

Bipartisan policy-making task forces are a proven strategy for the successful development of useful laws and regulations. For example, this approach was successf ul i n i n it iat ives related to developing effective legislation re-

garding powers of attorney and guardianship jurisdiction. Unbiased, informed stakeholders prov ide valu able i nsights that can produce r e a l i s t ic, a c t ion a ble policy proposals. This new law provides an opportunity to develop the measures we need; to strengthen the investigation and enforcement capabilities of the Office of Adult Protective Services; to alert financial institutions’ i nvest igat ive agencies; to shine a light on potential instances of abuse and neglect based on warning signs; and to develop stricter safeguards that prevent fam ily members and caretakers from exploiting elders.

A A R P New Jersey looks forward to participating in this task force. We are confident that the results will improve the lives of New Jersey senior and their families.

Dave Mollen State President AARP New Jersey

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Letters To The Editor Political Signs Allowed The New Jersey Supreme Court invalidated Homeowners’ Association’s ban on political signs. These signs are allowed in adult communities.

Our ability to choose how we responsibly express our views is important, particularly in this divisive election season.

Those of us who have been “around the block a few times” need to have all avenues open to share the collective wisdom we have gathered.

The fundamental right of freedom of speech is ours.

Sandra Gordon Whiting

Brexit Thoughts W ho’d have thoug ht, we’d find England voting on its independence from the European Union. Just think, a few hundred years ago, America became its own country by separating itself from what country - why England of course!

Yes, there will be economic down’s for a while; however, upon ref lection, there will always be periods of unsettled financial times. A big decline may loom in all of our financial f ut u res but at t he end of the day, we wish t he Br it s well i n t hei r decision.

Think about it, this may be the beginning of other countries doing the very same thing. Many people are dishear tened about how things are going for

them in ever y way and thus a disruptive world.

Let’s get our priorities right folks and allow history to happen.

May God bless us one and all.

Bette Kooreman Whiting

What It Takes To Be an Effective Citizen It’s so easy in a presidential election year to forget that our system is not about a single person. This year especially, when the dynamics of the presidential contest have dominated news coverage so thoroughly, the cr ucial role that citizens play — apart from serving as voters in the presidential drama — isn’t even an afterthought.

Yet effective citizenship is the base on which our representative democracy rests. I believe it’s made up of several elements.

First, a confident belief that change is possible — that the country can indeed make progress over time thanks to the efforts both of ordinary people and of political leaders.

Yes, we’ve got miles to go on many fronts, but on the whole, our system is working better for more people than it did a few decades ago.

The people who helped make this happen understood t wo t h i ngs: t hat prog ress was possible, and that it required their efforts. Those who were most effective had an im

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pact because they had the skills to make a difference.

I’m talking here about the fundamental ability we should all have as citizens to solve problems i n a representative democracy.

This means knowing how to work together with all kinds of people, being able to find common ground, building consensus, and communicating ideas effectively.

I use the word “skills,” but in the end, good citizenship is as much about temperament as it is about ability. Mutual respect, tolerance, empathy, civility, humility, honesty, resolve — these are the simple vir t ues that our nation depends on in its citizens.

So is a willingness to step up to challenges. The people who make a difference in our system are the ones who not only identify a problem, but then plunge into fixing it.

There’s a final quality that makes for effective citizenship, and it’s a tough one: mostly, we’re not going to solve our challenges in a single generation.

So we have to educate ou r child ren and those who come after us in the skill sets I’ve been talking about.

That’s because all of us — you, me, and our fellow citizens — are responsible for the future of our neighborhoods and our nation. Unless we all shoulder the obligation to learn the skills we need to shepherd it into the future, and then teach those skills

to others, our country and our system will struggle.

Lee Hamilton Former Rep., U.S. House of Representatives

Keep SSN Private Many small-minded people who work inside of New Jersey’s K-12 education system mislead parents of children registering for school, by claiming that they are required documents to register a child in school.

State law says a school district is required to register any student of school age who says they live within the district. Even if the child and parent lack any form of ID or other off icial documentation, the ch ild st ill must be registered and allowed to attend school.

Districts must admit the student and then the parent may provide whatever documents they can get together. It is the “totality” of those documents that can prove residency.

For example, a bi r t h certificate and a piece of mail would more than be sufficient ID under the law.

To protect your child from identity theft, you should never provide a social security number to a school district or your driver’s license. They have no legitimate use for this information.

A K-12 school is not the IRS, an employer, or a bank. How dare they demand a SSN? Eric Hafner Toms River

Make Yourself Heard

The people of Toms River face an array of issues – taxes, traffic, the environment, education. Issues that will impact Toms River for years to come.

And no doubt you have something to say about them. So what can you do to ensure that your voice gets heard?

First and foremost, town cou ncil meetings. Let

your officials know you’re watching.

You can also write letters to the editor to papers like ours. People follow their local papers and by writing about important issues, you spark vital discussion on topics that affect your life.

Don’t allow yours to be a lone voice in the wilderness. Make yourself heard.

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Spotlight on Government Correspondence From Your Local, County, State & Federal Officials

From The Desk Of The Ocean County Freeholders Freeholders: SHIP Funding Cannot Be Eliminated

OCEAN COUNTY – Seniors navigating the often complicated maze of obtaining the proper health insurance information have always been able to get help f rom State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) counselors who assist them in making informed decisions when it comes to Medicare issues.

“This is a very important prog ram to the seniors living in Ocean County, but it could be in jeopardy as the federal government t al ks about completely eliminating its funding,” said Ocean County Freeholder Joseph H. Vicari, who serves as chairman of Senior Services. “This would have devastating consequences for Medicare beneficiaries and their

families.”

As of August 31, Ocean County had 143,112 people eligible for Medicare, which represents 10 percent of New Jersey’s Medicare population.

“Those calling 1-800-Medicare are often referred to SHIP for more detailed, personalized assistance, especially for help in resolving complicated problems with enrollments or appeals,” Vicari said.

“SHIP has operated in New Jersey for 29 years.”

State Health Insurance Program known as SHIP is designed to assist Medicare enrollees, potential enrollees and their caregivers with their questions regarding Part A, B, C and D benefits/claims and supplemental policies.

Questions related to Medicare are one of the most frequent calls to the Senior Ser vices off ice and for its outreach sites located throughout the county.

“The Ocean Area Agency on Aging or AAA leads New Jersey in SHIP consumer activit y with 40 certified counselors located throughout the county who had 11,467 client contacts in the last f iscal year,” Vicari said. “These counselors provide important assistance to our seniors and their families, without them the elderly in Ocean County would have to make difficult decisions regarding their health insurance without the guidance of someone who works with this topic every day.”

Vicari noted that during

the fall of each year, the Medicare Part D (prescription coverage) enrollment period is the busiest time of year for the Ocean County Office of Senior Services.

“Senior Services partners with the County Connection at the Ocean County Mall to reach as many individuals as possible,” Vicari said. “The Part D days as they are called are always f ull and we are able to help many seniors with the assistance of SHIP counselors. This is a very important function and should continue to be funded by the federal government.”

Ocean County has the second highest number of Medicare beneficiaries in the state and of these beneficiaries, 20,900 or

14.5 percent are under the age of 65.

A review of last year’s activity shows that more than 38 percent of client contacts were by phone, 43 percent were in office and a significant 14.9 percent of client contacts were directly in the client’s home by outreach workers. Over 16 percent of those assisted

by SHIP were over 85 years of age.

“It’s important we tell Washington, D.C. not to eliminate the funding for this essential program for our seniors,” Vicari said.

“Ocean County is home to the largest number of seniors in the state, and this would be harmful to so many of them.”

Vicari urged seniors and their family members to

contact their representatives in Congress to stop the proposed elimination of the SHIP program funding.

“These funds have to be continued,” Vicari said.

“We need to join with the National Council on Aging to tell our members of Congress to reject these proposed cuts and make needed i nvest ment s i n SHIP.” Last year, the Senate bill suggested cutting SHIP funding by nearly 42 percent, which Congress ultimately rejected after effective advocacy by AAAs and SHIP programs across the country.

“We need to increase our efforts this year to ensure that SHIP funding is preserved in a final spending package,” Vicari said.

Housing Advocates: “Build A Thriving NJ” NEW JERSEY – On a mission to make New Jersey a better place to live, work and play, housing advocates launched a new initiative to promote greater investment in housing and community development. Over 150 advocates met at the State House as part of the Housing and Community Development Network of New Jersey’s (the Network) annual Legislative Day, to encourage current and future lawmakers to “Build a Thriving New Jersey.”

“While other states have bounced back, NJ’s economy has languished after Sandy and the economic downturn,” said Staci Berger, president and chief executive officer of the Network. “We know that the next governor, and the next leaders of the legislature, will have important and difficult choices to make about how to make NJ a great place we can all afford to call home. That’s why, today, we are launching our campaign to ‘Build a Thriving NJ,’ so that our current and future elected officials

know that they have to do more to make NJ work for everyone.”

The “Build a Thriving New Jersey” initiative aims to boost the state’s economy through investments that create more affordable homes, address homelessness prevention and services, revitalize neighborhoods, tackle foreclosures and eliminate childhood lead poisoning by promoting safe homes and schools.

Citing a recent national study that found New Jersey to be the fifth most expensive state to rent in the county, advocates met with legislators to urge action on proposals that make the investments outlined in “Building a Thriving New Jersey.” Advocates also called on New Jersey’s next governor commit to those investments.

“The backbone of our economy are our friends, families, and neighbors who live and work here,” said Blair Schleicher Bravo, chief executive officer of Morris Habitat for Humanity and Network Board

Chair. “If people cannot afford to live here, they’re not going to spend on the activities that stimulate our economy. Investments that create more affordable homes, more jobs, and robust communities produce a high economic and social return.”

“Housing is the foundation of a healthy, happy life that allows people to be productive citizens,” said Felicia Alston-Singleton, Newark housing advocate. “I came to Trenton today to tell our legislators to support bills that create opportunities so that people having a hard time financially, due to systemic barriers, can have a home they can afford.”

During Legislative Day, several Senate and Assembly members spoke to participants during issue-specific sessions about bills they have sponsored.

In addition to speaking on her foreclosure mediation bill, Assemblywoman Mila Jasey (D-Essex/Mor ris) presented the Network with a resolution.

“Whether it is lack of

housing options, the continuing foreclosure crisis or concerns specific to those who are economically disadvantaged or special needs residents, the Network is an invaluable resource in

assisting those such as us who address these concerns in crafting policies and resolving difficult issues,” said Jasey. “Safe housing that people can afford is essential to all of our health,

safety, quality of life and our sense of community.

The Network stands on the front line and I am proud and privileged to stand with it,” said Assemblywoman Jasey.

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Summer Calendar Events For Local Clubs & Organizations

July Annual Fine Art Festival at Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd. Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on July 23 and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on July 24.

The LBIF Fine Art Festival has handmade original artwork from more than 80 local, regional and national artisans. Admission is a $5 donation to support Kids Art Programs and parking is free.

Sounds of Summer Concert: Rock N’ Rhythm, a vocal harmony group, and AM Gold will play hits from 1975 to 1985 beginning at 6 p.m. This concert will be held in Veterans Park, Bayville. Parking and entrance into the concert are free. Attendees should bring their own lawn chairs and blankets. Call 732-2694456 for more information.

6th Annual Soulsational Music and Wellness Festival at Veteran’s Park in Bayville from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. The festival is free to enter and is for all-ages. Featured activities include live concert music, local businesses, vendors, free classes, giveaways, a silent auction and lots of opportunities to give back and unite the Jersey

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August Fifth Annual Night Out Against Crime begins at 5 p.m. at Veteran’s Park in Bayville. This night will feature the township’s police and fire departments, first aid squads and other public safety agencies. Vehicles and equipment will be on display, and the DARE program will be on hand with games and prizes for children. The Country band YeeHaw will also perform. Call 732-269-4456 for more information.

Beach Ball-A-Palooza will run from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Bay Front Field, 1198 Bandon Road.

This party is for the entire family. There will be live music by Jimmy and the Parrots and other entertainment, such as pontoon boat rides, food trucks games and rides. There is no admission fee. For more information, visit oceancountyparks.org.

Long Branch Jazz & Blues Festival on the Great Lawn at the Promenade from noon to 9:30 p.m. There will be a music stage, crafters, kid’s activities and the beach.

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Boscov’s Seeks Local Non-Profits

OCEAN COUNTY – Boscov’s locations at the Monmouth Mall and Ocean County Mall are currently seeking local non-profit organizations to take part in its annual “Friends Helping Friends” Charity Day. Any 501(c) or 170(c)1 non-profit organization is eligible to participate and there is no cost or obligation to any participating organization. Groups will be supplied with as many $5 shopping passes as they want to sell to friends, neighbors, members, family and anyone in the community. Everyone who purchases a $5 “Friends Helping Friends” pass receives a 25 percent discount shopping pass for purchases made only on October 18.

Participating groups keep the entire $5

from every shopping pass sold, and are eligible to win additional donations from Boscov’s at each store. Boscov’s supplies the full-color passes, signs, advertising and the free refreshments served throughout the day in the store on October 18.

The participation form must be filled out completely before passes can be issued. A Boscov’s representative will contact the groups to make arrangements to pick up the passes requested. Charities wanting to participate should complete the registration participation form available at each store’s courtesy desk, or contact Regional Public Relations Manager Alix Hayes at ahayes@ boscovs.com for more information and a registration packet.

ASTRA Society To Hold Stargazing Event

TOMS RIVER – The Astronomical Society of the Toms River Area (ASTRA) is open to individuals who are interested in astronomy and space sciences. Members are of all ages and all levels of experience.

ASTRA has monthly meetings and participates in several star parties throughout the year. Meetings are held on the second Friday of each month, except in August, at 7 p.m. at the Robert J. Novins Planetarium.

On July 23, there will be a stargazing event in

Berkeley at Island Beach State Park at parking lot 2 from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. The rain date is July 30. Admittance is free, but there must be a ticket for each person attending. ASTRA will provide telescopes for viewing star constellations, planets, the moon and other deep sky astronomical objects. This event is hosted by the Seaside Park Environmental Advisory Committee.

Visit atra-nj.org for more information and events.

BALAM Dance Theater To Perform “Dancing Warriors”

TOMS RIVER – The New York City BALAM Dance Theatre will return to Ocean County Library in August and perform “Dancing Warriors,” a dance and martial arts program that incorporates traditional Balinese costumes.

The group will perform at the following branches: Manchester, 21 Colonial Drive, August 4; Barnegat, 112 Burr Street, August

5 and Upper Shores, 112 Jersey City Avenue, Lavallette, August 9.

All performances begin at 1 p.m.

The programs are free and open to the public, but registration is required. To register, call the branch or visit the library’s website theoceancountylibrary.org , click on the “Events & News” icon, then click on “Calendar of Events.”

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TOMS RIVER – After the recent ambush execution killings of five police officers in Dallas, TX, Toms River Police Chief Mitchell Little assigned two officers to attend the memorial services. Police spokesman Ralph Stocco said “When tragedy strikes law enforcement anywhere in the world, we feel it here. It is a brother and sisterhood that transcend the boundaries of towns, states and countries.”

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–Photos by Bob Vosseller SEASIDE HEIGHTS – More than a thousand people lined up along Bay Boulevard to get a glimpse of the famous Budweiser Clydesdales who have been touring Jersey shore communities in the past week. Their stop in the borough included a romp from the bayside to Ocean Terrace and some stops at taverns to deliver Budweiser beer on the afternoon July 10.

Garden State Philharmonic To Present “Sousa-Pa-Looza”

TOMS RIVER – The Garden State Philharmonic will hold “Sousa-pa-looza” at the Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts at the Ocean County College on September 18 at 3 p.m.

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TOMS RIVER– The call of the Jay and Linda Grunin Foundation’s Engage Toms River Great Arts Challenge brought in nearly 70 pieces of artwork from Ocean County artists.

The contest, which featured the categories of music, poetry, sculpture, painting and photography, was open to Ocean County residents, 18 or older. The artists had 72 hours to create their works of art and all had to reflect the theme, “Remembering Our Veterans,” which was announced only three days prior to the submission date.

Judges selected their top three works of art in all five categories. The shortlist included Catherine Cranmer, Jim Houba and Alexandra Zubritzky for best painting; Audry Meyer, Jane Scates and Veronica and Genaro Vega for best sculpture; Jacqueline Andree, Heidi Hodges and Alexandra Majeski for best poem; David Huyler, Karla Ivarson and Adam Tharpe for best song; and John Delaney, Michelle Holt and Heather Pryce for best photograph.

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chosen to be awarded $1,500 from the Jay and Linda Grunin Foundation. The category winners are Jim Houba for best painting; Veronica and Genaro Vega for best sculpture; Heidi Hodges for best poem; Karla Ivarson for best song and Heather Pryce for best photograph.

The overall winner with the most votes was Heather Pryce who received an additional $2,500.

All competition participants were celebrated at a summer BBQ reception on July 1 at Mancini Hall in the Ocean County Library.

Jeremy Grunin, executive director of the foundation, said, “Each time we run an Engage Toms River competition, we are overwhelmed by the amount of participants and the talent in our community. This contest was particularly special to us as it focused on remembering our veterans. To hear the personal, heartfelt stories behind each work of art was very moving.”

The winners’ artwork will be displayed all summer at the Toms River branch of the Ocean County Library.

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SUEZ Partners With Rutgers On Lawn Watering Program

TOMS RIVER – SUEZ announced that its enhanced customer delivery of daily lawn watering information throughout New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania and Delaware is in full gear for the summer season.

SUEZ, together with the Office of the New Jersey State Climatologist at Rutgers University, developed a simplified web interface system for customers to utilize in order to save water, time and money, yet still enjoy a green lawn during the warm months.

ET, short for EvapoTranspiration, is a measure of water loss from soil through evaporation and moisture loss from plant life through transpiration. It is influenced by air temperature, relative humidity, solar radiation and wind speed. With knowledge of ET and recent precipitation, a daily value is calculated for the optimal amount of water the average lawn needs based on the day’s weather conditions within the specific SUEZ geographical service regions. This is then translated into a recommended amount of time that a lawn should be watered.

“I’m honored that SUEZ selected Rutgers to provide its customers with the most accurate weather data for its 2016 lawn watering program,” said David Robinson, NJ State climatologist. “Our skilled technical team, in cooperation with SUEZ, is using an array of weather stations and state of the art hydrological equations to deliver the best information and guidance for the

Teen Writers Group To Meet At Library TOMS RIVER – “The Teens Are All Write” writers group for teens meets on the third Tuesday of every month. In this group, teens share their work with their peers. New members are always welcome.

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Outdoor watering can see a 50 percent increase in water usage during the summer.

Lawns are often over-watered, resulting in higher water bills and the waste of a precious natural resource. ET provides an effective way to conserve water while maintaining a beautiful landscape.

“We’re enthused to partner on this project with Rutgers, led by NJ State Climatologist, Dr. David Robinson, and offer our valued customers the option for daily lawn watering email notifications tailored specifically to their city and state,” said Rich Henning, senior vice president, SUEZ. “Applying the ET irrigation method also supports SUEZ target landscape water conservation efforts while helping to sustain a healthy green lawn,” he said.

Customers can receive free, daily electronic notifications on recommended lawn watering by logging onto the SUEZ website at mysuezwater.com, linking to the informational alert posted on the local home page, then registering with a zip code and email address for automatic ET data subscription delivery through early September. Alternatively, the data can be viewed simply by logging onto the local SUEZ website, then manually navigating to the ET page as noted above.

Meteorological data compiled by Rutgers utilizes local SUEZ weather stations, stations from the NJ Weather and Climate Network and the National Weather Service.

Library To Display Harriet Fink’s Watercolor Artwork

TOMS RIVER – Watercolor paintings by Harriet Fink will be on display in McConnell Gallery throughout the month of August.

The exhibit features seascapes, boats, lighthouses and more.

Fink said, “I choose to paint in watercolors because they flow and blend and produce beautiful colors. I love walking the shore, feeling the sand beneath my feet, hearing the wind and the waves and observing the weather changes. I hope to inspire viewers of my artwork to see and enjoy the beauty I see in nature.”

Fink’s interest in art began 35 years ago with drawing and art classes at the DuCret Art School in Plainfield. She is a past president of the Artists League of Central New

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The exhibit is free and open to the public.

For more information, contact the Toms River branch of the Ocean County Library at 732349-6200 or visit theoceancountylibrary.org.

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Toms River Police Dept. To Undergo Assessment

TOMS RIVER – A team of assessors from the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police (NJSACOP) arrived on July 18 to examine all aspects of the Toms River Township Police Department’s policies and procedures, management, operations and support services.

“Verification by the team that the Toms River Township Police Department meets

the Commission’s “best practice” standards is part of a voluntary process to achieve accreditation, a highly prized recognition of law enforcement professional excellence,” Chief Mitchell Little said.

As part of this final on-site assessment, employees and members of the general public were invited to provide comments to the assessment team.

The Toms River Township Police Department must comply with 106 standards in order to achieve accredited status. Chief Little said, “Accreditation results in greater accountability within the agency, reduced risk and liability exposure, stronger defense against civil lawsuits, increased community advocacy and more confidence in the agency’s ability to operate efficiently and respond

to community needs.”

The Accreditation Program Manager for the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police is Harry J. Delgado. “The assessment team is composed of law enforcement practitioners from similar New Jersey law enforcement agencies. The assessors will review written materials, interview agency members and visit offices and other places where compliance with the standards can be observed. Once the commission’s assessors complete their review of the agency, they will report to the full commission, which will then decide if the agency is to be granted accredited status,” Delgado said.

Accreditation is valid for a three-year period during which time the agency must submit annual reports attesting to their continued compliance with those standards under which it was initially accredited.

The New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police through its New Jersey Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission is the legitimate authority and accreditation agency in the state of New Jersey. For more information regarding the Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission write the Commission at New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police, Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission at 751 Route 73 North, Suite 12, Marlton, NJ 08053.

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August 2: “Pan” – This movie is rated PG. August 9: “Zootopia” – This movie is rated PG. August 16: “The Good Dinosaur” – This movie is rated PG. August 23: “Minions” – This movie is rated PG. This event is sponsored by Lavallette Community Partners for People with Disabilities, Lavallette Recreation and Lavallette Municipal Alliance.

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OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Health Department is offering Tdap vaccinations to anyone over 19-years old every first and third Tuesday of each month from 1 to 4 p.m.

The Tdap vaccine fights off whooping cough, which is particularly dangerous to babies, said Daniel Regenye, the Ocean Count y Health Depar tment’s Public Health Coordinator.

“It is especially dangerous for infants under six months of age, who are too young to be well protected by vaccines for whooping cough,’’ said Regenye. “Babies who get whooping cough often catch it from family members, including grandparents, who may not even know they have

whooping cough.”

“That’s why it is important that parents, grandparents, and other family members get a Tdap shot to prevent getting and spreading whooping cough,” said Regenye.

In 2010, there was a large outbreak of whooping cough, with many cases in Ocean County reported. Of the 27,550 cases of whooping cough in the country, there were 25 deaths among babies younger than one-year old, according to Regenye.

Appointments are not necessary for the Ocean County Tdap vaccinations.

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HERE’S TO YOUR HEALTH Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

5 Lessons Learned From Seniors

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

I used to work in nursing homes where mostly elderly people live, or those who are very sick or terminal. I had a special practitioner license and served as the consultant pharmacist of record for about 11 nursing homes across Florida. Part of my job was to write monthly medical orders to the physicians to discontinue prescribed medications and lower dosages all with one goal: Make the resident (the patient) feel their best. Some things stuck with me and now I will share: I learned not to assume. – Some old people smiled at me, and some cried a lot. You might assume the smiley ones had less depression and pain, while the crying folks were the sad, depressed ones. Never assume. The smiley people may just be pushing harder, and those who are crying may be in horrific pain (not depressed).

Crying is sometimes the only way you can speak when your mouth can’t explain how desperate you are in your body.

I learned to send “love” in the mail. – I noticed that people who had friends or family visit them during the week required less medicine (and lower doses) than those residents who spent every day alone. If you can’t be physically present, then mail something. I have often been miles apart from my children and elderly parents, but to this day I still send little gifts or cards in the mail reminding them that I love them even though we are far apart.

I learned respect and compassion.

– The elderly have lost control of many things including their bladder function, their ability to walk, their home, car, their vision, their children and sometimes their mind. We need to remember that every time an old person is on our way, walking too slow, taking too long… you know once upon a time they were just like you. They had it all, they were happy, on top of the world and excited about tomorrow.

People used to ask for their advice, now they are invisible. I always show respect and compassion.

I learned to say yes. – Saying no to things is easy because there’s always tomorrow. Is there? After working in facilities and seeing some people (even young ones who were there due to accidents) I learned that life is short, you do not have forever. Stop waiting for a better time or 20 years will f ly by. Say yes and do it. Live your life before your life is lived.

I lear ned how little things make people happy. – Like painting their nails in the activity room, giving them $5 to spend, or brushing their hair or holding their hand and telling them everything’s going to be alright (even on their deathbed as they were nearing their last breath). Show up with love in your heart and even if you’re just sitting there to keep them company, do it with full attention. Stay home if you can’t come to them with a happy heart. They feel you – don’t ask me how I know.

(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.

Veterans Choice Program Adds Options OCEAN COUNTY – Ocean Health Initiatives (OHI), a federally qualified health center with locations in Ocean County, has been named an eligible provider in The Veterans Choice program. The Veterans Choice program provides eligible veterans with the option to receive non-VA health care services from approved community health care providers, such as OHI, in their communities. Using this program will not have any impact on existing VA health care or any other VA benefit.

Some qualifying situations for veterans include waiting more than 30 days for VA medical care, or having to travel 40 miles or more to a VA medical facility, among others.

Veterans can call 866-606-8198 to find out if they qualify or visit va.gov/opa/choiceact and schedule an appointment at OHI. Those veterans who do qualify should use their Veterans Choice Card, which will allow them to request OHI as their community-based primary health care provider. The Ocean County Veterans Service Bureau, located on the first floor of the Ocean County One-Stop Center, 1027 Hooper Ave., Toms River, can provide additional assistance to veterans about obtaining and using their Veterans Choice Card.

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By Bob Vosseller SEASIDE PARK – For years now the Park Bakery has hosted a special summer event, usually featuring a superhero or science fiction theme, and this year was no exception as customers stopped by to get “Lost In Space.”

Tiffany Hulse who is the niece of the bakery’s owner, Ray Hulse, works for Comic Con. That has provided her a point of contact for actors Mark Goddard and Marta Kristen, actors who played Major Don West and Judy Robinson in the family-oriented science fiction series “Lost In Space.” The show celebrated its 51st anniversary this year.

The two actors weren’t the only attractions.

Reproductions of the show’s two most popular props, the Robot and the Chariot, which is a transparent all-terrain vehicle, arrived to a group of excited customers who crowded in front of the bakery July 4.

“We went all out this year to bring some extra fun to the community,” Tiffany Hulse said.

John Antonellis and his auto body company based in Lynn Massachusetts built the Chariot from scratch last year, and the vehicle has been making appearances at charity events and conventions ever since.

Unfortunately, Antonellis could not be present for the day’s event but members of his construction team transported the vehicle to the borough.

“I worked on it and did the research. John felt it would be a great idea to build it and I tracked down old computer parts to make the interior look authentic to how it looked in 1965. This is actually a refurbished Thiokol Snowcap. It took eight months to build but it is an exact replica,” Chris Pappas said.

Like Antonellis, Victor Jacobs of Freehold is a big Lost In Space fan which led him to create his own reproduction of the Robot, complete with recorded dialogue from the famous CBS TV show of the 1960s.

“I half built it and it appears as it did during the show’s first season which was in black and white. I have been a member of the B9 Builders Club for 26 years and this was a challenge but a labor of love,” Jacobs said.

The event brought out fans like Joe Beach of Toms River who imitated the voice of Dr. Zachary Smith played by the late character actor Jonathan Harris as he awaited his turn to have his photo taken with the Robot and to step into the Chariot. “I’m excited to see the Robot. I watched this show all the time when I was a kid. I even had the toys,” Beach said.

George Hughes of Freehold brought along a copy of a Lost In Space comic book published by American Gothic Press. “It is based on unused scripts from the TV series, and I came across it recently and then learned of this event. It was a show about a family that got lost in space. I was an only child and I wanted a bigger family so it appealed to me.”

Ralph Hays and Mai Linh Martin-Hays traveled all the way from Saratoga, New York dressed in the costumes of Will and Penny Robinson for the event. Ralph Hays

–Photo by Bob Vosseller A “Lost in Space” event drew crowds to a Seaside Park bakery on July 4. brought along his Major Don 12” doll to show to Mark Goddard who he met later in the day.

“We’ve been cos-playing for eight years at conventions, and when we heard about this we had to come,” he said.

Goddard and Kristen said they loved the idea of spending the Fourth of July at the Jersey Shore.

Kristen recalled another beach adventure which took place before her days on Lost In Space, when she appeared in the film “Beach Blanket Bingo.”

“It was a fun movie done during a much more innocent time,” Kristen said recalling that actor Bob Denver who played Gilligan in “Gilligan’s Island” was in it along with silent film and comic star Buster Keaton.”

“I played a mermaid, and the only thing about the film I didn’t like was being in the water as were shooting in November and it was very cold. I was afraid the tide would pull me toward the jetty,” Kristen said.

She added that what she liked about “Lost In Space” was that it focused on the theme of family coping with bizarre circumstances. “There was a sweetness about it and I still keep in touch with members of the cast. My birthday was in May and June Lockheart, who turned 91 last week, sent me flowers.”

Goddard echoed the sentiment noting that actor Billy Mumy who played Will Robinson wrote a glowing review of his book “Three Years Lost In Space” which chronicles the behind the scenes story of the series produced by Irwin Allen.

The actor said he was not sure how a planned new version of Lost In Space by Netflix will turn out. “I think they would be better off without the Robot but I don’t think they’ll do that.”

Both actors said that they would be very open to appearing in either cameos as they did in the film remake of “Lost In Space” or even a guest role in an episode of the new show.

“I love the fans. They are so welcoming and they have made us part of this big family. Now their children are watching the show,” Kristen said.

Goddard said he is in contact with fans around the world through social media. He noted that he, Kristen, Mumy and actress Angela Cartwright will reunite during an appearance at a science fiction convention on Halloween weekend.

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YMCA Gets $200K Grant

TOMS RIVER – New Jersey Health Initiatives has announced new grants to help make the New Jersey a healthier place for people to live, learn, work and play. The grants of up to $200,000 each will fund community-focused coalitions of organizations from different fields to develop policy-oriented, long-term solutions for healthier living.

The Ocean County YMCA, serving Toms River, was among the second round of grantees.

NJHI is the statewide grantmaking program of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF), the nation’s largest philanthropy dedicated solely to health and the largest foundation headquartered in New Jersey.

“This is a terrific opportunity for communities across the state tell us what their biggest health challenges are and how they

are collaborating across sectors to address them,” said Bob Atkins, director of NJHI. “Our Round One grantees are already putting innovative ideas into practice.

This second round of grantees increases our spread across New Jersey for a strong Culture of Health to take root.”

The coalitions are eligible to receive a total of $200,000 over four years to develop and implement a Blueprint for Action in their communities. To ensure their work continues beyond the four years of grant funding, they are required to provide matching funding of $35,000 in the final two grant years.

Teams representing each coalition will also attend a Boundary Spanning Leadership Institute, led by the Center for Creative Leadership, where participants will focus on developing strong, cross-sector relationships to better address the many factors that influence health.

Audit Finds Toms River Township In Good Financial Shape

TOMS RIVER – For the fourth year in a row, an independent audit shows the town’s finances are in good shape.

According to a report compiled by Holman, Frenia & Allison, the certified public accounting firm hired to audit the town’s financial records, Toms River is in an overall strong financial position, with more than $17.23 million in the unassigned fund balance as of December 31.

For the past four audits, encompassing the years of 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015, the auditors issued no findings, comments or recommendations.

The town also paid off approximately $8.7 million in long-term debt.

Mayor Thomas F. Kelaher said the audit reflects prudent management and strong policies.

“The town remains in a solid financial position. We are very pleased with the findings in

this report. Being wise stewards of the town’s financial resources is one of our top priorities and responsibilities.”

Toms River has an annual budget of roughly $125 million, with tax collections near $250 million.

“The audit has concluded that we are in a solid financial position and the governing body has shown to be strong, conservative financial managers,” said Council President Brian Kubiel.

A copy of the audit report is available for review in the clerk’s office during regular business hours (8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday).

The town currently holds a AAA bond rating, the highest bond rating with Standard and Poor’s, and also maintains a Aa1 rating from Moody’s, which is awarded to entities of high financial quality with a low credit risk.

Marching Raider Brigade To Host Scrapbooking Event TOMS RIVER – Toms River High School East’s Marching Raider Brigade will host a scrapbooking event on October 1 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the high school, 1225 Raider Way. All proceeds from this event will benefit the Toms River High School East Marching Raiders.

Registration for vendors is $30, plus a gift basket of a $25 retail value. This price includes a space at the event and three meals and drinks for the day for one person. If bringing additional team members, they will need to pay

an extra $10. If vendors would like to scrap as well, it is an additional $10 for a seat in the Scrap Area.

For those interested in scrapbooking, the fee is $40 and includes three meals, desserts and unlimited water, coffee, tea, Wi-Fi and power outlet availability.

The gift auction, 50/50 and vendors will be announced at a later time.

To register to scrap or to be a vendor, email eastraiderbrigade@gmail.com or contact Dena Campbell at 732-232-5357.

Lavallette To Hold Walk Against Breast Cancer

LAVALLETTE – The Lavallette Breast Cancer Walk, Lava Walk, will be held on August 7. The Tone Foundation, together with the Lavallette Municipal Alliance and The American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer, will host its 13th Annual Two Mile Breast Cancer Walk, “Together, We Can Lick This” at The Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe.

The starting time is 8:30 a.m. at The Music Man,

located at 2305 Grand Central Ave. Registration is $25 per person. Registrations are available every day at The Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe and at lavawalk.org. Registration includes an event t-shirt, water bottle and free ice cream.

Registering before the event guarantees a t-shirt for Walk Day. Registration on Walk Day is limited to t-shirt inventory.

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divided in 1912 and which led to Wilson’s election that year.

One hundred years ago, New Jersey was a staunchly Republican State -- having supported GOP presidential candidates from 1896 to 1908, and with Wilson winning only with a plurality of votes due to the three-way race in 1912.

July 1916 While the Jersey coast was stunned by four fatal shark attacks in July 1916, in Washington D.C., Congress had just weeks earlier approved of a federal road program to improve rural roads in the states.

Wilson signed the “Good Roads Act” into law on July 11, 1916 – the first federal law to offer states aid to construct and improve highways. Along with his policy of keeping the United States out of World War One, support for transportation improvements was a hallmark of his re-election campaign.

Here in Toms River, the New Jersey Courier – Ocean County’s largest newspaper at the time – proclaimed in an editorial on July 28, 1916 that “Gumption Needed In Road Building.”

Said the Courier: “New Jersey – and for that matter, not this state alone, but all its neighbors – is

up against the road question. So far no one has evolved a road that will stand the traffic of these motorcar days and yet can be built for a sum within reach. In fact, the road question is one of the big questions of the Legislature, of every Board of Freeholders, and every municipality.”

The Courier editorial writer said, “the best instance that I know of as to what can be done with a small amount of money in building gravel roads is shown in Dover Township (now Toms River). By the spending of some $3,000 to $4,000 a year on roads, one-third of which goes to the streets in Toms River village, it keeps up about 50 to 60 miles of roads throughout the township. These roads are narrow, onetrack roads, but they are kept smooth and hard, so that it is a pleasure to drive a car over them at any time.” Dover Township, said the Courier, “can also show an extreme example of the costly way of building roads.

The little over one mile of road built west from main street over the main branch of Toms River toward Lakehurst cost $12,000 – more than has been spent on the 60 miles in the same township, above referred to, in the past five years. Fully $10,000 of it could have been saved, and the travelling public been just as well off in every way.”

With Wilson’s signing of the new funding law, the August 4, 1916 Courier edition stat-

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LAKEWOOD – The Fourth Annual CONTACT of Ocean and Monmouth Counties 5K Race and 5K Race/Walk will begin at 8:45 a.m. at the Ocean County Park, 659 Ocean Ave., (Rt. 88).

All ages are welcome.

This event benefits the CONTACT 24/7 Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention Hotline. Awards will go to the top male and female overall, plus age group awards for the 5K Race.

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ed that the “Nation Starts Building Roads.”

New Jersey’s five-year allotment was to be $1,315,000 which would pave approximately 65 miles of road throughout New Jersey.

The 1916 Vote Federal support for transportation improvements would become central to Wilson’s domestic policy re-election campaign.

But, here in New Jersey, it had little impact.

New Jersey’s former governor lost the state in a landslide. Hughes, the Republican, won by a 54 to 43 percent margin, carrying 17 of the 21 counties. In three counties, Hughes broke the 60 percent mark, including Ocean County which saw a vote of 3,386 to 2,076 in his favor (62 to 38 percent). Every municipality in Ocean County voted for Hughes -- except Jackson Township, then a long-time Democratic stronghold going back to the 1800s.

Here in the then Dover Township, Chief Justice Hughes defeated President Wilson by a vote of 410 to 176, or 70 percent to 30 percent.

The Aftermath Despite Wilson’s defeat here in New Jersey, Ocean County, and Toms River, he was narrowly re-elected with 277 electoral votes to Hughes’ 254 votes. The November 10, 1916 edition of the Courier reported that “Chances Favor Wilson Victory Depending on Vote of California.” The newspaper was

correct – as California ended up supporting Wilson.

For us here in New Jersey, with Wilson’s aid in place, the 15 original State highways were then built. Here in Ocean County, a road known then as “Route 4” was one of them – “from Rahway to Absecon – by way of Perth Amboy, Keyport, Middletown, Red Bank, Long Branch, Asbury Park, Point Pleasant, Lakewood, Toms River, Tuckerton and New Gretna.”

In 1979 the Director of Central Services for the New Jersey Department of Transportation said: “When the Department started the highway effort in 1917, it figured 15 highways would do it for the entire state….

Laid out a network of highways that basically are still there today in updated versions.”

Our modern roadway system here in New Jersey was begun back 100 years ago this month – in the middle of a presidential campaign and federal highway dollars.

Sources: New Jersey Courier; Ocean County Clerk’s Office; “People – The Transportation Connection” published by the New Jersey Department of Transportation (2001).

–J. Mark Mutter is the Toms River Township Clerk and Historian. He is Chairman of the Semiquincentennial Committee that is planning the Township’s 250th anniversary in 2017.

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TOMS RIVER – The Downtown Toms River Farmers’ Market runs until November 16 on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. November hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. There is also a Thanksgiving Market on November 21.

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Previous articles reviewed the land use application submission and presentation process; this article will review what is required to be performed after an approval is obtained. The memorialized approval is placed in written form called a Resolution.

Part of the Resolution outlines the Condition of Approval, which acts as a checklist of the items that must be submitted to zoning and engineering prior to obtaining construction permits. Satisfying those conditions is called Resolution Compliance.

Once an applicant receives the Resolution of approval, the first requirement is to prepare and publish a Notice of Decision.

This provides a general notice in the official newspaper as to the details of the approval received. Proof of this publication must be provided to the board secretary.

Contained within the Resolution may also be requirements for various legal documents.

Examples of these documents are: Lot Consolidation Deeds, which consolidate various lots owned by the applicant under one lot number; Cross-Access Agreements, which will allow neighboring businesses or residents to utilize a common driveway or parking area; and Easements, which earmark certain portions of the property for access by other agencies to maintain or service utility structures or equipment which may be on the property, or may identify portions of the property that are to be undeveloped to preserve the environment or ensure visibility at an intersection.

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Additionally, the Resolution may require plan revisions, payment of additional fees and escrows and approvals from outside agencies. Those agencies may be other local agencies, such as local sewerage, utility and municipal authorities; County agencies, such as Planning Board and Soil Conservation; and/or state agencies, such as NJDOT and NJDEP. Again, each applicant requires a combination of varying approvals. This office can coordinate the receipt of those approvals and prepare a final submission to the local land use board to successfully complete Resolution Compliance. Receiving Resolution Compliance approval will then allow the applicant to construct their proposed project.

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TOMS RIVER – Join a guide from the Ocean County Historical Society on an informative walking tour around part of the downtown area of Toms River on July 23, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. This free tour will highlight some of the people, places and events that have helped shape the town over the years.

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Deepali Gupta, MD, Is A Patient In Pain’s Friend Indeed

By Joyce Blay ming from disorders such to pain management that Patients in pain have a as spinal stenosis, degen- includes medic ation man friend in Dr. Deepali Gupta, erative disc disease, disc agement, procedures aimed M.D. herniation, failed back/neck at treating neck, back and Skilled in pain management surgeries, as well as joint joint pain, as well as physiand anesthesia, Dr. Gupta is diseases. cal therapy. their first and best hope for Every week, this dedicated The good news for her paa better life. physician makes the long tients is that she will seek a “With pain management, I c o m mute f r o m h e r h o m e minimally invasive course of get to see the results of my in Manhat tan to the New pain intervention whenever treatment,” Dr. Gupta says. J e r s ey s h o r e, w h e r e h e r possible.

Growing up in a family of ministrations gave patients She has pursued an in m e di c al do c to r s, she an - a new lease on life. terest in neuromodulation swered the same clarion call “I go to five different of- as well. to service. fices each week, so one of Neuromodulation is the A 2009 graduate of New them is sure to be located electrical stimulation of a York University, Dr. Gupta near the patient’s home,” Dr. peripheral nerve or the spic ompleted her inter nship Gupta says. nal cord for relief of pain. It may be done transcutaneously or with an implanted stimulator.

“Oftentimes, we may prescribe physical therapy and/ o r n o n - n a r c o t i c t h e r a p y, such as non-steroidal, anin surger y and residency She assesses eac h pa - t i - i n f l a m m a t o r y a n d n e u in anesthesiology at Down- tient’s individual needs to ropathic pain medication,” state Medical Center. Her determine how best to help she says. academic accomplishments them.

Dr. Gupta is committed to were capped with a Fellow“I start off by asking pa- achieving a positive result ship in Pain Management tients where their pain is t h r o u g h c a r e f u l a n a l y s i s at Mount Sinai St. Luke’s loc ated,” Dr. Gupt a says. of her patient ’s c ondition Roosevelt.

“I then move on to a more in order to prescribe and A Board-certified anesthe- detailed histor y and phys- deliver the best method of siologist whose specialt y ical exam. I also examine treatment. i s p a i n m a n a g e m e nt , D r. any imaging they may have The results of this ap Dr. Deepali Gupta brought her expertise brought with them, such as proach have been gratifying to G arden St ate M edic al an MRI or CAT scan. I then as a p hys i c i a n a n d as a his pain and gave him an Center in 2015. She special- m a k e r e c o m m e n d a t i o n s fellow human being. izes in the evaluation and based on my findings.”

“I had one patient with se- injection based on my asm a n a g e m e nt o f c o m p l ex D r. G u p t a e m p l o y s a vere leg pain,” she recalls. sessment. Two weeks later, s p i n e - r e l a t e d p a i n s t e m - multi-disciplinary approach “ I as se s se d t he c ause of I was surprised when he got out of his chair, stood up and started jumping around. He was happy and so was I for him.”

Although not all patients experience such immediate results, Dr. Gupta is gratified by the personal and professional rewards of seeing her patients manage their pain, no mat ter whether their treatment is in the long term or short term.

“I would just like to continue providing treatment that allows people to pursue their favorite activities, such as gardening or walking their dog,” she says. “We treat mostly chronic pain, but if the Garden State Medical Center has an office in Brick at 1608 Route 88. patient wants another

Gupta, M.D. opinion, we’re here to offer it, and possibly another chance at pain manage ment.”

Garden State Medical Center has offices at 1608 Route 88 in Brick; 203 Route 9 South in Marlboro; 1364 Route 72, Ste. 6 in Manahawkin; 1314 Hooper Avenue, Bldg. B and 780 Route 37, Ste 110 in Toms River; 100 Route 36 in West Long Branch; and 1100 Route 70 West in Whiting.

Patients can receive onsite MRI and x-ray services at Garden State Medical Center’s Toms River and Brick locations. For a pain-free experience, ask for an MRI with sedation.

Don’t wait today for a better t o m o r r o w. C a l l 7 3 2 - 2 0 2 3000 for a same day appointment, or visit the Garden State Medical Center Web site at gsmedicalcenter.org for further information.

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The Toms River Times, July 23, 2016, Page 31

Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of JuLY 23-July 29

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Scratch the itch. Your unbridled enthusiasms may lead you to achieve more than you thought possible. You can move forward with important plans without interference or blockages in the week to come.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Make a point to fulfill promises. You must stick to the rules where finances and bill paying is concerned. Your partners and companions might offer some highly imaginative and useful schemes this week.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Remain receptive and resilient. If you are willing to listen you will hear the truth and be made aware of falsehoods. This isn’t a good week to challenge half-truths but a time to gather useful knowledge and promises.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): The clock is ticking. There is no time like the present to make your wishes known. Receive shrewd advice from a partner or join forces to put precious plans into motion. As the week unfolds you grow closer to a loved one.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Your creative ideas may be well worth pursuing. You may stretch outside your comfort zone to achieve public acclaim in the week ahead. Your closest companions, however, might be sticklers for maintaining the status quo.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Follow up on the hustle and bustle in your hedgerow. Much can be accomplished when you are in the mood to enthusiastically carry out plans. Precious moments of shared nostalgia are easy to express later this week.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): A little hard work never hurt anyone. Stick to your plans and ignore a temptation. A money making opportunity seems to be within your grasp this week, but you may be surprised by a sudden change of plan.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Actions speak louder than words. By being enthusiastic and upbeat you can charm others and make this week memorable. You shouldn’t count eggs before they hatch, but count on having plenty of them to count.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Key decisions are in your hands in the week to come.

It is always best to do something that makes you happy so change your goals accordingly.

The weight of one obligation will be lifted from your shoulders.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Bask in a blaze of someone’s warm regard. In the week ahead you will find a good time to make public appearances, to ask for small favors, or to happily lure a romantic partner into your enticing arms.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Your love life didn’t come with a user’s manual. You might wish that there was a blueprint or roadmap that could help you handle relationships. In the week ahead you can wisely choose a more rewarding direction.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Reassess important situations. A situation in the week ahead might illuminate ways in which you can improve a key relationship. Value the opinion of a devoted significant other who has your best interests at heart.

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Parks & Recreation To Host Beach Ball-A-Palooza

TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Department of Parks and Recreation will throw a Beach Ball-A-Palooza on August 5 for residents of all ages from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Bay Front Field at the Ocean County Parks and Recreation Administration Office, 1198 Bandon Road.

Jimmy and the Par rots, a summer themed beach party band and winners of the Entertainers of the Year Award-Trop Rock Music, will provide live music. The family fun will include entertainment by Mr. Scott the Music Man, pontoon boat

rides on the Silver Bay, games, rides, crafts and community information. Ten food trucks are registered to attend the event.

Bring a beach blanket. There is no admission fee.

The parking for the event is at Cattus Island County Park, Fischer Boulevard then take the free shuttle to the event.

Disabled parking is available on site. The event is held rain or shine.

For more information, call 877-OCPARKS or visit oceancountyparks.org.

Downtown Toms River Farmers’ Market

TOMS RIVER – The Downtown Toms River Farmers’ Market runs until November 16 on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. November hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

There is also a Thanksgiving Market on November 21.

The Farmers’ Market is located at the south corner of Irons and West Water Streets. Free parking is available.

New this year is a sit down lunch area under tents.

Select from four New Jersey fresh produce farmers and one organic farmer.

On the fi rst Wednesday of each month celebrate Jersey Fresh Fruit and vegetables. Enter the free raffle to win a basket of Jersey Fresh produce featuring the fruit and vegetable of the month. The feature produce is as follows: August 3, peaches and tomatoes; September 2, plums and eggplants and October 5, apples and pumpkins.

Wellness Center To Host Addiction Group Meetings

TOMS RIVER – A weekly addiction group meets on Tuesdays at 4:15 and Thursday at 5:30 p.m. at the Journey to Wellness Center, 226 Route 37 West, Unit #14.

Weekly topics are posted online using Facebook at Mental Health Association in Ocean County - JTW. Call 732-914-1546 for more information.

wolfgang puck’s kitchen Details, Details: The Little Secrets Of Cooking Skillet-Fried Chicken

By Wolfgang Puck

In so many areas of life, you have probably heard some version of the saying that “little things can make a big difference.”

That is certainly true in good cooking.

You’d be surprised by the number of times guests in my restaurants ask me why a dish tastes so good. They ask, “What’s your secret?”

Much of the time, the secrets amount to nothing more than paying attention to small details over and over throughout a recipe. And if you learn what those small details are yourself, and start caring about them in your own kitchen, your friends and family will rightly think you’re an excellent cook.

You can see the results in even the simplest, most home-style recipes. And I’d like to offer you a perfect example in a version of a traditional summertime and year-round favorite: skillet-fried chicken.

From start to finish, little things in this recipe add up to delicious results.

Let’s start with the ingredients themselves. I like to use free-range organic chicken, which may cost a bit more but will taste so much better. Most good supermarket meat departments will cut up a whole chicken into serving pieces for you, or you can buy precut pieces in whatever combination of dark and white meat you prefer.

Next, I season the pieces with salt and pepper and marinate them in buttermilk.

The slightly acidic milk helps tenderize the meat and makes it juicier, while the simple act of seasoning first keeps the finished results from tasting bland.

Speaking of seasonings, I also add them generously to the flour I use to coat the chicken, creating a really eye-opening flavor profile. A little rice flour added to the regular flour helps yield a crispier coating.

Successful frying depends on maintaining a hot, steady temperature. That ensures the chicken browns up well, without turning greasy, in the same time it takes for the meat to cook through. I also add a sprig of rosemary to the oil during cooking, which contributes a delicious aroma.

And then there’s one last secret. The moment frying is done, I heat up a little honey with a touch of cayenne and drizzle it over the chicken on the serving platter.

That adds a wonderful touch of sweet-hot flavor to every bite. I also offer lemon wedges for guests who want some “zestiness” in their own portions.

All these little “secrets” seem ordinary on their own. But put them all together and you get extraordinary results. Whether you serve the chicken hot from the skillet or pack it cold for a summertime picnic, everyone who eats it will declare you a genius in the kitchen.

CRISPY SKILLET-FRIED CHICKEN WITH A SPICY HONEY DRIZZLE Serves 4 1 whole organic chicken, 3 to 3 1/4 pounds (about 1.5 kg), cut into 8 large pieces for frying Kosher salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus extra for seasoning the chicken 3 cups (750 mL) buttermilk Peanut oil for frying 1 3/4 cups (460 mL) all-purpose flour 1/2 cup (125 mL) rice flour 1 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, plus 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon more for glaze 1 teaspoon ground sweet or hot paprika 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon celery salt 2 or 3 sprigs fresh rosemary 1 or 2 lemons, cut into wedges 1/4 cup (60 mL) honey First, marinate the chicken: Place the chicken pieces on a baking sheet. Season on both sides with salt and black pepper.

Pour the buttermilk into a large mixing bowl. Add the chicken, cover the bowl, and marinate in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 hours, turning occasionally.

Before frying, pour enough peanut oil to reach a depth of 1 inch (2.5 cm) in a heavy large skillet, preferably cast-iron. Heat the oil to 350 to 365 F. (175 C to 185 C) on a deep-frying thermometer.

In a large sealable plastic bag, combine the flour, rice flour, white pepper, cayenne, paprika, garlic powder and celery salt.

Close the bag and shake to blend. Remove 2 pieces of chicken from the buttermilk, place them in the bag, close the bag, and shake to coat them evenly. Transfer to a baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining pieces.

Carefully add the chicken, skin side down, to the hot oil in the skillet. Fry until deep brown and cooked through, 5 to 8 minutes per side depending on size, adjusting the heat to maintain the frying temperature; add the rosemary sprig to the oil, if you like. (A chicken piece will be cooked through if, after removing it from the oil, it registers 165 F/74 C on an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the meat not touching bone.) Using tongs, transfer the cooked chicken to a rack.

Arrange the cooked chicken pieces on a napkin-lined platter. Place the lemon wedges around the chicken. In a small saucepan over low heat, warm the honey.

Stir in the extra cayenne to taste. Drizzle the honey over the chicken. 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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