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By Catherine Galioto OCEAN COUNTY – A Manahawkin doctor was suspended from his privileges and roles in the pediatrics department of Southern Ocean Medical Center after the state suspended him from the Medicaid program.

Dr. Michael Bleiman was temporarily suspended

from participating in the Medicaid program after a state complaint was filed accusing his office of improperly storing vaccines given to children in a charity program.

That resulted in an automatic suspension of his privileges and roles at SOMC, where Bleiman’s office is located, the hospital confirmed.

Lacey Promotes 3 To Sergeant

By Chris Lundy LACEY – Three police officers – Robert Flynn, Robert Surtees, and Michael Eden – were promoted to sergeant at the recent Township Committee meeting.

The back and sides of the meeting room were lined with police and sheriff’s department officers. Chief Michael DiBella and Captain Patrick Ganley spoke about the officers’ accomplishment, not without a little friendly teasing.

Flynn has worked in the department for 16 years, DiBella said.

For the last two, he was working as an acting sergeant anyway.

His background involves education at Penn State University and Seton Hall University, and eight years in the Army Reserves. Some of his duties have involved car seats and traffic safety. He is on the Fatal Accident Support Team, which responds to serious car crashes, for Lacey and the county.

“He is the only officer that is an accredited traffic accident reconstructionist” in the county, (Sergeant - See Page 12)

–Photos courtesy Lacey Police (Top) Police Officer Robert Flynn being sworn in to the position of police sergeant.

(Middle) Police Detective Robert Surtees being sworn in to the position of police sergeant.

(Bottom) Police Detective Michael Eden alongside family after he was sworn in as sergeant.

SOMC President Bob Adams explained the hospital’s action was standard policy.

“As is standard policy for any physician, medical staff by-laws require automatic suspension of privileges and roles if an individual is suspended from the Medicaid program. We have adhered to (Doctor - See Page 4)

MacArthur Attempts Bipartisan Discussion At Town Hall

–Photo by Chris Lundy Congressman Tom MacArthur held a town hall meeting in Waretown that filled the firehouse and spilled outside.

By Chris Lundy WARETOWN – At Rep. Tom MacArthur’s (R-3rd) Town Hall meeting March 6, he attempted to diffuse partisan arguments and reinforce that not everyone is going to get along, but they have to in order to get things done.

Nationwide, some Democrats have accused Republicans of not holding Town Halls.

Some Republicans have accused Democrats of

taking over Town Halls and not letting people speak. The Town Hall was held at the Waretown Fire Department.

Signs were not allowed at the Town Hall. There were occasional shouts from outside that could be heard, as people were not allowed in the building due to fire codes. As the evening wore on, and some people left, others were allowed in. MacArthur (MacArthur - See Page 5)

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Continued From Page 1 this policy as a result of Dr. Bleiman’s suspension from the Medicaid program. In the past, Dr. Bleiman held the position of chief of Pediatrics,” Adam said in a statement to the Southern Ocean Times.

The State Comptroller’s office temp o r a r i ly s u s p e n d e d Ble i m a n f r o m Medicaid and NJ FamilyCare programs after accusations the doctor improperly stored vaccines for in-need children t h roug h t he Va cci nes for Ch ild ren program.

The temporar y suspension affects Dr. Bleiman’s office in Manahawkin, Southern Ocean Pediatrics and Family Medicine, located inside Southern Ocean Medical Center. As previously reported by the Southern Ocean Times, the action dated January 27 through the Medicaid Fraud Division suspends him and his practice from “performing any services funded by Medicaid programs.”

“The MFD has the authority to suspend practitioners in order to protect the

interests of the Medicaid program and its recipients,” State Comptroller Philip James Degnan said in a statement. “The alleged actions in this matter presented adequate evidence that quality of care issues existed and we took immediate, appropriate action to temporarily suspend this practitioner from the Medicaid program.”

The suspensions came several weeks after the state Attorney General’s office issued a complaint against Bleiman, filed January 9 through the State Board of Medical Examiners, that alleges gross negligence, professional misconduct and other violations by Dr. ‎ Bleiman, in regard to the office’s temperature logs, use of quarantined vaccines and other record-keeping issues through the Vaccines for Children (VFC) program.

VFC is a federally funded, state operated program that provides 1.6 million free or low-cost vaccines to eligible low-income children at more than 1,000 medical offices around the state each year.

According to the complaint, Bleiman’s off ice received the training and ap-

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provals to take part in the program and administer vaccines such as measles, mumps, rubella, chickenpox, hepatitis A & B, rotavir us, DTaP/Tdap, Hib, pneumococcal, polio, meningococcal and HPV. But by storing the vaccines outside the range of acceptable temperatures, the vaccines may have lost some of their potency. The complaint alleges t ho s e va c ci ne s we r e a d m i n i s t e r e d through July 28 but were refrigerated improperly.

As a result, the state Department of Health urged 900 families to check if their child needed re-vaccination.

The DOH and SOMC assisted in helping families after the news broke.

“Southern Ocean Medical Center is completely committed to the health and well-being of the community. Our Medical Center has partnered with the New Jersey Department of Health to assist the families of our community who were affected by potentially compromised VFC vaccines,” Adams said. However, “It’s important to note, the complaint/ investigation is a private physician issue between Michael Bleiman, M.D., and the New Jersey Department of Health.”

Since the end of February, 150 families have contacted SOMC, Adams said.

Families have also called the DOH hotline for assistance through that state department. Nicole Kirgan, spokesperson for the DOH, said 220 calls have been placed since the hotline opened January 10. Also, 904 individuals were

mailed letters to notify them, urging they be checked for re-vaccination. That was completed January 11, Kirgan said.

“The Department also sent notification to local and county health departments, posted FAQs on our Vaccine Preventable Disease Program’s website (English and Spanish) and the Vaccines for Children pages. Our Vaccines for Children program also sent separate event notification to their providers regarding the issue. Public and private stakeholders such as the American Academy of Pediatrics, area local health departments and the New Jersey Imaging Network were also notified and directed to the FAQs,” Kirgan said.

The DOH hotline is 866- 448-2432 and patient follow-up resources are available at nj.gov/ health/cd / v p dp/ documents/vfc_ faqs.pdf.

The hospital is also hosting several vaccination clinics for impacted families, with the first held February 28.

Of the 150 calls placed to the hospital, the next step is to assist with plans for those families, including participation in the clinics, Adams said.

“Our health care team has completed the training to utilize the State’s electronic access system to document vaccinations and established a plan to assist these families,” said the president. “We are following up with families who contacted us to schedule appointments. If there are families who haven’t contacted us as of yet, they can call 609-978-2111 to schedule an appointment.”

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made it a point to make sure at least one person who had been waiting outside had a chance to ask a question.

MacArthur asked that the crowd not shout each other down, and let everyone speak. He also asked that people hold their comments to 5 minutes, but did not enforce it. He also asked that only people from his district ask questions.

The first person MacArthur called on for a question was a leader of Barnegat Democrats, Marianne Clemente. In fact, many of the people asking questions seemed like they were not necessarily supporters, but were not hostile.

“I can assure you in Ocean County, we don’t have paid protestors and there’s no one here who is going to hijack you,” Clemente said. She asked if he would support any of the bills floating around Congress that would eliminate the Environmental Protection Agency, the Department of Education, or defund Planned Parenthood.

“I’m not going to support those (bills),” he answered. “That’s not to say (the departments) couldn’t use some work. That’s not to say they don’t overreach. There are enough of us that you don’t have to worry about whole departments.” He had mentioned the EPA and DOE before he said this, but did not mention Planned Parenthood specifically, but said that he is old enough to remember Roe v. Wade.

“I know there are not paid protestors here.

That doesn’t mean there are not paid organizers,” he said later in the night.

Many of his statements elicited some kind of reaction. Some were met with applause.

Some were met with applause and boos.

Nothing he said was booed by the entire crowd. It seemed that every person asked at least one question, and he did not answer every single one. Sometimes, the answer was “I don’t know.”

“I am not Donald Trump. I am not Paul Ryan. You might have guessed I am not Hillary Clinton,” he said at the opener. He painted a picture of himself as a businessman, whom friends call “T Mac,” who rides a black pick-up truck from Ocean County to Washington, D.C. He told listeners of his family, about a mother who died when he was 4, and a daughter who died when she was 11. The mother who raised him was a progressive Democrat, and his father was a conservative Republican. This led him to value the exchange of ideas.

“This is like dinner time back home,” he said of people arguing their beliefs.

MacArthur on Trump One Toms River resident asked if he would support an independent investigation into the Trump administration’s ties to Russia and the president’s claims that Trump Tower was under surveillance from the Obama administration.

MacArthur said he had visited several countries that bordered Russia, meeting with high ranking officials. “All were concerned with Russia. Vladimir Putin is a thug. We all know that. We should be very wary in all our dealings with Russia.

It would appear to be credible that Russia

The Southern Ocean Times, March 11, 2017, Page 5 interfered in the election - not in the ballot box but in the media, trying to influence voters.”

The day may come when an independent investigation is needed, but not yet, he said.

There are Republicans and Democrats in both the House and Senate Intelligence Committees, and the most prudent thing to do is wait for their investigation.

“I want to give them a chance to do their job,” he said.

A Pine Beach resident said that “we don’t have time” to wait for the bureaucracy to finish an investigation. He then asked why MacArthur voted not to force Trump to make his taxes public.

“President Trump should release his taxes because he said multiple times that he would,” he said. However, it was not Congress’ job to force that.

When a Stafford resident asked if Trump was making money off his job as president, MacArthur said he did not know if it was breaking the law.

“I didn’t go to Congress to attack or defend everything the president does,” he said. To this, some people shouted out “We’re asking you to,” and “If not you, then who?”

“When I disagree and I think I can make a difference, I will,” he said. “I am going to give this administration a chance, but I’m not going to jump on everything he does.”

He compared the criticism of Trump to the criticism of Obama when he was in office. “This is one of the mistakes we made.

Some people did not want him to succeed,” he said.

The Environment and the Economy A resident asked if he would support a carbon tax that would require businesses that pollute more would pay more. He did not comment specifically on a carbon tax, but said he supports a balance between protecting the environment and letting businesses grow.

For example, he would never support drilling off the New Jersey shore due to the effects it would have on the tourism and fishing industries.

“There’s no nation on Earth that has reduced carbon fuels more than us,” he said. Environmental protections, however, should not destroy the economy while countries across the world have their economies growing because they have less environmental protections.

MacArthur said of climate change that there is “ample evidence of that, and politicians shouldn’t pretend that scientists don’t know what they’re talking about.”

Another resident asked about rollbacks to the EPA, and other restrictions, like the Paris Agreement on climate change.

He admitted he had not looked at the Paris Agreement enough to answer the question.

A resident from Pine Beach later said MacArthur’s statement about reduced carbon fuels is only a half-truth. “We did more environmental damage over the last 150 years than any other nation,” he said, to a mix of boos and cheering.

While discussing clean energy jobs, he said he supports all of the above, but also “all of the below,” which would include natural gas as well as wind power, for example. Going back to the discussion on Russia, he said (MacArthur - See Page 12)

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY Letters To The Editor

F eAtuReD L etteR What Solution Does Senate Offer On Affordable Housing S-2216 legislation is a very well thought out modification of New Jersey’s Affordable Housing program for both those needing assistance and the 565 property-tax burdened municipalities.

This bill has been languishing in the Senate since May 2016.

On February 13, Senate President Sweeney and other Senators once again removed it from the agenda, refusing to take on their responsibility to address the issue that impacts every resident of NJ.

If NJ Senate President Sweeney does not wish to act on this legislation, what affordable housing plan does he have to offer to the citizens of NJ? If he has no plan, I ask him to bring Senate, No.2216 back onto the agenda for a vote!

If this bill is approved, the affordable housing program could move forward, benefiting all the citizens of NJ without significantly increasing our property tax burden.

Jim Burd Former Mayor of Hopewell Township

eDitoRiAL Is Your Voice Being Heard?

The people of Southern Ocean , our readers, face

an ever-growing number of issues that impact their dayto-day lives. Taxes, traffic, the environment, education.

Key issues that will impact Southern Ocean today and for years to come.

These issues impact YOU. And no doubt you have something to say about them.

So are you ensuring your voice is being heard? And what can you do to ensure that the voice of the regular, “unconnected” citizen gets heard? Several things.

First and foremost, attend meetings of your munici-

pal government. The very knowledge that people are watching can help ensure that your elected officials make decisions with you in mind.

You can also write letters to the editor to papers like The Southern Ocean Times.

People closely follow their local papers – you’re reading this right now, after all – and by writing about an issue of importance, the potential exists to 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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What Would Jesus (Not) Eat March 1 marks the beginning of Lent, the 40-day period preceding Easter, when many Christians abstain from animal foods in remembrance of Jesus’ 40 days of fasting in the wilderness before launching his ministry.

The call to refrain from eating animals is as old as the Bible. In Genesis 1:29, God commands humans to eat only plants; then Prophet Isaiah predicts that “none will hurt or destroy on God’s holy mountain.”

A number of Christian leaders have followed the call, including Methodist founder John Wesley, Salvation Army founders William and Cather ine Booth, Seventh-day Adventist Church founder Ellen G. White, and prominent evangelical leader Franklin Graham.

A meat-free diet is not just about Christian devotion.

Dozens of medical studies have linked consumption of animal products with elevated risk of heart failure, stroke, cancer, and other killer diseases. A United Nations report named meat production as the largest source of greenhouse gases

Letters To The Editor One proposal being conand water pollution. Under- done with no permits for cover investigations have documented farm animals being caged, crowded, mutilated, beaten, and shocked.

Lent offers a superb opportunity to honor Christ’s powerful message of compassion, but also to protect the health of our family and our planet Earth by adopting a meat-free diet.

Henry Traconi Toms River

Anything Goes Before Zoning Board It is my understanding that a township variance board’s task is to examine a development or home improvement that is being stopped by township ordnances and see if there is a hardship to the owner.

Unfortunately, in my opinion this is not the case in Toms River, where anything goes. The Town Council spends money to make ordinances to lot size and setbacks, and the variance board appears to ignore them on a regular basis.

Recently, I had the opportunity to observe the variance board in action. One case involves building of a gazebo up against the bulkhead. The project had been

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electric, construction and no piling -- all which would be required. So now the owner requested a variance.

A board member stated it was okay if none of the neighbors complained. Hello, somebody complained.

Code calls for an approximate 22-foot set back from the water. The Board was presented with photos of other gazebos up against the bulkheads. The Board again said that was okay if no one complains. In another statement by a Board member it was stated, the people should report violations. Hello, what do Code Enforcement officials do while they ride around -- do they have blinders?

What is their reason for allowing this? Higher taxes?

Is the council blind to these actions? A person who buys this property knowing the rules and then declares a hardship getting away with and bypassing laws in town, because the Board will pass just about anything.

Capt. Robert M. Silva Toms River

sidered is to keep the ban on pre-existing condition discrimination only if a person maintains continuous coverage. But if a cancer patient can’t work or loses his/her job and experiences a gap in coverage, that could potentially lock him/her out of the insurance market indefinitely. Just like what happened before the ACA. Cancer patients can’t face the possibility of not being able to purchase coverage.

Let’s not play politics with people’s health. I’m asking Congress to compromise on improvements to the existing law. Don’t eliminate what’s working and send us back to uncertainty without assurances that access to coverage will be as good or better than what we have now.

Kim Callis Volunteer, American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network Lanoka Harbor

We Can’t Go Back

You heard the old song “There’s Trouble In River Cit y?” Well, there’s trouble in Leisure Village West.

The cur rent board of trustees think that the village is their private play area where they can do what they want to do with our money.

They did both bathrooms and then one of the big halls over. Then they told us that plastic fences were being installed throughout the village.

W hen we asked why do they need it, we were told because they want it.

When we object, we were told we’re doing it our way.

It is time these current board members quit the board now.

Edward Doherty Manchester

Before the Affordable Care Act (ACA), accessing health coverage could be like playing Russian roulette for cancer patients. Insurance companies could cancel a patient’s existing coverage when they get sick, or deny coverage in the first place because of a pre-existing condition. If you reached a lifetime or annual limit, your care could be cut off.

Yes, the ACA needs improvements. But changing the law in such a way that eliminates critical patient protections and reduces access to affordable and adequate coverage would be devastating to the millions of cancer patients who rely on it. We simply can’t afford to go back.

Trouble In Leisure Village West

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

Capitol Comments 9th Legislative District Senator Christopher J. Connors • Assemblyman Brian E. Rumpf • Assemblywoman DiAnne C. Gove

Senator Christopher J. Connors

Assemblyman Brian E. Rumpf

Assemblywoman DiAnne C. Gove

Veterans’ Surviving Spouse Benefit Bill Advances

NEW JERSEY – The Senate Military and Veterans’ Affairs Committee voted to approve legislation sponsored by Senator Christopher J. Connors, Assemblyman Brian E. Ru mpf a nd A sse mblywoman DiAnne C. Gove which would require the $750 annual compensation to surviving spouses of certain blind or disabled veterans to be payable from the date of the veteran’s death.

Under the Ninth District

Delegation’s legislation, S -1542 , pay ment s to a surviving spouse would be due from April 9, 1985, i n the event the veteran’s death occurred prior to that date, or the date of the veteran’s death if the death occurred after April 9, 1985, regardless of the date of the surviving spouse’s application.

Con nors, Ru mpf a nd Gove issued the following statement on the Committee’s release of their veterans’ initiative:

“Presently, sur viving spouses of blind or disabled veterans are eligible to receive the $750 annual compensation benefit f rom t he d at e of t hei r application under current regulations. This lifetime benefit is statutorily available to a veteran who was blinded or severely disabled as a result of service during any war, including specifically World War II, Korean, or Vietnam.

“However, we’ve learned of h a r d s h i p s c a s e s i n

which spouses didn’t become aware of the benefit until long after they became eligible. These individuals should be entitled to the monetary compensation dating back to when they became eligible due to the fact that it had already been determined that their spouse became blind or severely disabled as a result of wa r t i me service.

“According to the New Je r s e y D e p a r t m e n t of Militar y and Veterans’

Affairs, there are presently 84 widows receiving the $750 annual compensat ion. O u r legislat ion would specifically impact 17 out of those 84 widows who would be entitled to receive the ret roact ive lump sum.”

Assembly man Rumpf a nd Assembly woma n G ove a r e s p o n s o r s of the companion version, A-986, which is presently lodged in the Assembly Militar y and Veterans’ Affairs Committee.

Presently, members of the Ninth District Delegation serve on the Military and Veterans’ Affairs Committees of both Houses. T he Ni nt h Dist r ict Legislators are also prime s p o n s or s of t he “ New Jersey Servicemember’s Civil Relief Act,” which would update, modernize a nd br i ng i n li ne wit h existing federal law the benefits and protections afforded to military servicemembers and their dependents.

From The Desk Of Congressman Tom MacArthur: MacArthur Honors Women’s Suff rage With Alice Paul Congressional Gold Medal Act

Congressman Tom MacArthur WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Tom MacArthur introduced the Alice Paul Congressional Gold Medal Act, to posthumously award a Congressional gold medal to Alice Paul, in recog nition of her role in the women’s suffrage movement and in advancing equal rights for women.

Alice Paul was born on January, 11, 1885, in Mount Laurel, and died on July 9, 1977. Alice Paul dedicated her life to securing suffrage and equal rights for all women and, as founder of the National Woman’s

Party, she was instrumental in the passage of the 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution.

“Few residents of South Jersey have had a greater impact on American history than Alice Paul,” said MacAr thur. “Alice Paul’s tireless dedication and cou rage paved the way for future generations guaranteeing all American women the right to vote.

Alice Paul is an example to all Americans of what one individual can do to make a difference for millions of people. I am proud to recognize her tireless efforts to give a voice to women in our democracy and abroad.”

“Alice Paul was a courageous suff ragist who

dedicated her life to advancing women’s rights in nearly every aspect of American society,” said Representative Kathleen Rice. “I’m proud to join Representative MacA rthur in cosponsoring this bipartisan bill honoring a hero from our region who championed efforts to secure women’s right to vote and legal protections against gender-based discrimination.”

“On behalf of the National Woman’s Party at the Belmont-Paul Women’s Equality National Monument, I’m very proud that this legislation has been introduced to honor a true American hero,” said Page Harrington the organization’s Executive Director.

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“Too often women’s history is forgotten, and the women who contributed to further perfecting our democracy are left out of the history books. I believe this Congressional Medal will help us to elevate the status of Alice Paul, the National Woman’s Party,

and the tireless work of so many women who contributed to women’s suffrage and equal rights progress, returning her memory and that of others back into the public conversation.”

Lucienne Beard, Executive Director of the Alice Paul Instit ute which is

based at Paul’s birthplace in New Jersey, remarked, “The Alice Paul Congressional Gold Medal Act, is a fitting tribute to Alice Paul’s lifelong work for legal equality for all Americans. She is truly a champion of the rights expressed in our Constitution.”

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The fun was part of Chef’s Night Out, an annual fundraiser for the Ocean County Vocational Technical School and its foundation.

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The cost is $88 per person.

The U.S. Naval Academy tour will include the Chapel and Crypt of John Paul Jones, a famous Revolutionary War hero, and view monuments complete with stories of famous Naval battles.

After a guided tour, guests will have time on their own for lunch and a visit to the shops.

They can then complete the day with a narrated sightseeing cruise of Annapolis Harbor and the banks of the US Naval Academy aboard the Harbor Queen.

A nonrefundable deposit of $30 per person is required at the time of registration.

A copy of photo ID is also required to reserve space For more information contact Jeanne Broadbent at 609-693-5407, 609-548-6319 or recreation@twpoceannj.gov.

Labyrinth Walk At St. Francis Of Assisi Parish

LONG BEACH TOWNSHIP – St. Francis of Assisi Parish will have a Labyrinth Walk on March 20, 21 and 22 from 9:45 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.in the St. Francis Brant Beach Church Hall, located at 4700 Long Beach Blvd.

The Labyrinth is a path of prayer and walking meditation that can become a mirror of

the soul. It is a spiritual act of pilgrimage and metaphor for life’s journey.

Walking the labyrinth takes about an hour and is open to people from all faiths. For those who have difficulty walking, a finger labyrinth is available.

For more information, please call 609-4948813 or visit stfrancisparishlbi.org.

TED Talks Plus Book Discussion

BARNEGAT – TED Talks plus Book Discussion takes place every Friday at 2 p.m. for a 20 minute TED talk.

The talk and book discussion take place at the

Barnegat branch of the Ocean County Library, 112 Burr St. Registration is required at theoceancounty library.org.

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Sierra Leone’s Refugee All Stars Band

MANAHAWKIN – The Ocean County Cultural and Heritage Commission provided Southern Regional Middle School students with an opportunity to experience the music, culture, history and struggles of the Sierra-Leonean people.

The Refugee All Stars is a band from Sierra Leone formed by a group of refugees displaced to Guinea during the Sierra Leone Civil War. Since their return to Freetown in 2004, the band has toured extensively to raise aware–Photo Courtesy ness for humanitarian causes. The style Southern Regional School District of music they perform comes from Sierra Leone’s baskeda music and has Sierra Leone’s Refugee All Stars Band performed at the middle school. a musical feel close to reggae.

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LITTLE EGG HARBOR – Pinelands Regional School District conducted a live shooter fire drill at the high school and middle school on March 1, noting that the safety and security of its students and staff is paramount.

“Fire drills and security drills are conducted under a variety of scenarios and circumstances so students and staff are familiar with procedures and are prepared for a possible live event,” said PRSD Interim Superintendent Maryann Banks, Ed.D. “We appreciate the community’s understanding and cooperation as we work together to provide a safe, secure learning environment for students and staff.”

The drill was conducted in an age appropriate manner and included the involvement of local law enforcement, Emergency Medical Technicians and other emergency personnel.

Parents were notified of the drill on December 12 via Blackboard Connect, so they were aware that all activity was related to the drill and not a live event.

Waretown Police Blotter

WARETOWN – The Ocean Township Police Department had these incidents: Patrolman Russell Moller was dispatched to the area of the Wells Mills County Park located on Wells Mills Road for a report of theft on February 20. Upon investigation it was determined that an unknown suspect(s) removed the “Smokey the Bear” sign from the entrance of the park. Ptl. Moller is currently investigating the incident and is asking that anyone with information that could assist the investigation contact the Ocean Township Police Department at 609-693-4007.

Patrol Officers and Detective Andrew Risden of the Criminal Investigations Division responded to a residence on Illinois Ave. for a report of Arson and Criminal Mischief on February 24. Upon investigation at the scene of the incident it was determined that an unknown actor(s) shot a firework through the bedroom window of the residence which caused a fire and subsequently damaged the inside of the residence.

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Admission is $3 per person and children 12 and under are free. There will be free comic packs for the first 100 people at the show, door prizes and show cash drawing at noon and 2 p.m. The show will feature comics from the silver age up to the modern era.

More than 20 vendor tables with toys and other collectibles will be present as well as special guest artist Will Torres who previously worked on “The Walking Dead” magazine. “I best express myself with my art. Art is a part of who I am. My artistic talent is a channel

for me to visualize and create artwork for all to enjoy,” Torres said. He’ll be showing off his work and talking to fans during the show.

Also appearing is local artist Matt Buttich who was recently commissioned by Topps Collectible Cards to work on a Star Wars card set. Also appearing is Immagina a publisher who produces various manga art graphic novels.

This show’s special guest fan group is the USS Challenger, the Jersey Shore chapter of Starfleet: The International Star Trek Fan Association. Members of the USS Challenger will be in costume greeting attendees of the show and signing up new members.

For more information about the show call 609-695-8855, e-mail comic-lair@comic-lair. com or visit comic-lair.com.

Waretown Pre-Kindergarten Half Day And Kindergarten Registration

WARETOWN – Pre-kindergarten half day class registration for Waretown Elementary School’s 2017-2018 school year is on March 15 from 9 to 11 a.m. at 50 Railroad Avenue.

Children must be at least four years old on or before October 1.

Kindergarten class registration is on March 29 from 9 to 11 a.m. and 12 to 2 p.m. at 50 Railroad Avenue. Children must be at least five years old by October 1.

Please be sure to bring original birth certif-

icate, immunization records, two proofs of residency and custody papers for both pre-kindergarten and kindergarten registrations. The adult registering the child must be their parent or legal guardian.

Note that if your child is already enrolled in our preschool program, there is no need to come to the registration. Your child is already enrolled in our school.

Call Chrissy Smith at 609-693-3131 ext. 110 for more information.

Changes To Recycling Of Shredded Paper

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Southern Regional Freshmen Boys Basketball Wins 2017 Mustang Classic

–Photo courtesy Southern Regional High School MANAHAWKIN – The Southern Regional Boys Freshmen Basketball team defeated Toms River North on February 21 and won the 2017 Mustang Classic at Brick Memorial. The Southern Regional Rams are coached by alum Joe Nagy, Class of 2002.

Byrne Family Irish Show At Stockton University

GALLOWAY – The musical Byrne Family Band will perform at the Stockton Performing Arts Center on March 24 at 7:30 p.m.

The Byrne Family Band hails from Donegal in Ireland and is comprised of young brothers Luca, Finn, Dempsey and their father Tommy. The band will perform a unique

Irish show featuring singing, dancing and a variety of musical instruments, including an accordion, banjo, fiddle, Irish drums and bagpipes.

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MANAHAWKIN – Pieceful Shores Quilters Guild invites area quilters and guests to its monthly meetings held at Bay Avenue Community Center, 775 E Bay Ave. The afternoon group meets at 1 p.m. on March 15 and the evening group meets at 7 p.m. on March 23.

Ithaca College Students Named To Spring Semester Dean’s List

MANAHAWKIN – Ithaca College congratulates students named to Dean’s List for the fall 2016 semester.

Megan Hill, a resident of Manahawkin and Clinical Health Studies major, was named to the Dean’s List in Ithaca College’s School of Health Sciences

and Human Performance for the fall 2016 semester.

Allison Spaschak, a resident of Manahawkin and Sport Management major, was named to the Dean’s List in Ithaca College’s School of Health Sciences and Human Performance for the fall 2016 semester.

Healthy Choices Event For Mothers And Daughters

LITTLE EGG HARBOR – A free “healthy choices” program for mothers and daughters in the sixth, seventh and eighth grades will be on March 29 at the Sea Oaks Country Club, 99 Golf View Drive, from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Registration opens at 5 p.m.

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Continued From Page 1 he said. There are only a few in the entire state. He is a member of the Ocean County Police Traffic Safety Officer’s Association, teaches defensive driving and is a drug recognition expert. He will continue to serve as a patrol supervisor/shift commander.

He is married with three children.

“Detective Surtees went above and beyond” in his assignment to the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Narcotics Task Force to help with the widespread opiate epidemic, DiBella said.

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that countries that did not rely on Russia for their energy were a lot more likely to be critical of the nation. “Energy security is national security.”

MacArthur on Education Several residents had concerns about education, and did not want to see public schools or specific programs defunded.

One asked about H.R. 610, which dealt with voucher systems in education.

MacArthur said there are thousands of bills

He has 17 years experience in the police force. He spent eight years in the patrol division before being transferred to the detective bureau.

He had served in the Marines for 11 years, and participated in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom, serving in Kosovo, Africa and Iraq. He will serve as a patrol supervisor/shift commander.

He is married with two children.

Captain Ganley spoke about Eden, because they had graduated high school together and came up through the academy together. “He truly does put his heart and soul into the community,” he said.

Besides police work, Eden is a member of the Forked River and Bamber Lakes fire departments, Lacey Township Dive Team, and a deputy Fire Warden for the New Jersey Forest Fire Service. Ganley told one story about Eden saving the life of a pregnant woman in 2013 from a structure fire in Lacey. For that, he received the Valor Award and the Lifesaving Award.

A majority of his 23-year career has been in the patrol division. In 2016, he was assigned to the Internal Affairs and Professional Standards Unit. Eden is a firearms instructor and serves as an assistant training officer.

He is married with three children.

DiBella thanked the Township Committee and Business Administrator Veronica Laureigh for their support of the police department. He noted how much work goes into getting promoted. As a civil service job, officers have to take tests to be promoted.

This involves months of studying, on top of your regular shift and family commitments.

Members of the governing body thanked the officers for their hard work and service.

Some of them noted how much time away from their families that this job entails, and thanked the families for making the sacrifice.

that have been introduced, and he has not read this one. A bill has a long way to go before it gets through committee and has a valid chance.

Generally, he felt there needed to be a difference drawn between voucher programs and charter schools. “I think there’s a place for (charter schools). I like the experimentation. In fact, I’d like to see charter schools inside public schools,” he said. However, they should be kept to the same standards as public schools.

Vouchers, however, are “a concern.” When a school is struggling, parents take their

children, and money, out of the struggling school and put it into another school. This makes the struggling school have even more difficulties.

He said he has had two grandparents that were school superintendents, and would have been a teacher himself. “Then, when I was a senior (in college), a group of 5th graders convinced me I should have been a business major.”

On the Wall A Brick resident asked if he supported Trump’s plan of building a wall across the Mexican border.

MacArthur said that a wall is impractical in some spots because the border is too mountainous. The issue is deeper than that.

“It’s not just people that are coming over, it’s drugs,” he said, mentioning the opiate epidemic. He said a majority of the heroin in the country is coming through the Mexican border, and the majority of fentanyl and other chemicals that worsen the issue is coming from China.

“The president has proposed a wall. I’m glad he proposed something, because no one else has suggested anything,” he said.

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With 7 out of 10 people experiencing low back pain at some point in their lives and low back pain being one of the most common reasons for patient visits to primary care physicians as well as hospitalization, there is no doubt that low back pain exists in epidemic proportions today. Spinal decompression therapy can be used to treat disc bulges and herniations, disc degeneration, sciatica, spinal stenosis, arthritis, facet syndrome and chronic back pain in the low back.

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Check. Change. Control. is an online program that empowers people to learn about, monitor and manage blood pressure through a combination of resources. The hypertension management program utilizes blood pressure self-monitoring to encourage participants to take ownership of their cardiovascular health. The program is available to anyone interested in maintaining or controlling a healthy blood pressure level.

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H eRe ’ s t o Y ouR H eAltH Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

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I can spot a smoker or a sunbather really fast because they look older than they should from the free radical damage. Maybe you thought beauty is only skin deep, but it’s not. A radiant youthful-looking face is actually an inside job. It helps to drink fresh water, exercise regularly and eat healthy foods to get the nutrients which provide the building blocks of healthy skin. Your gut and liver enzymes (glutathione and catalase) must remove toxins and free radicals every second of the day otherwise the junk inside your cell damages your skin.

I’ve tried various supplements over the years (on and off) to keep my skin looking as good as it can. At 52, some level of aging is inevitable but it’s amazing what your face can look like if you neutralize free radicals before they age you and use high-quality skin care products. Here are some of my favorite skin-loving herbs and nutrients: Milk thistle. It’s a food, but also a supplement. Your liver processes everything that goes in your mouth, including alcohol, prescription medications, pesticides, preservatives, additives and artificial colors.

Your liver detoxifies everything your body doesn’t need. This reminds me of that episode on “I Love Lucy” where she’s struggling to keep up with the conveyor belt of chocolates coming down the line! When your liver falls behind on its job, poisons come out through your skin causing rashes, and itchiness. You’ll age faster. Avoid milk thistle if you’re allergic to ragweed, chrysanthemums, marigolds or daisies.

Collagen. Collagen is a natural component of skin that declines as you age, resulting in thinner, less elastic, more saggy skin. Two 2014 studies found that oral supplementation with this may improve skin elasticity and diminish wrinkles.

Silica. This makes hot springs pretty and blue in color. Silica is a trace mineral that helps soothe psoriasis, eczema and rashes when applied topically. Taken internally, silica helps you make collagen naturally, strengthening your nails.

Vitamin E. You may think of rubbing vitamin E oil directly on your skin to prevent scars, but taken orally, vitamin E is a powerful cellular antioxidant, which means it gobbles up free radicals that could otherwise potentially damage your skin cells and lead to premature aging.

Zinc. It’s not just for your prostate, or for colds! This mineral reduces skin inflammation and irritation, whether that’s associated with acne, pimples, or rashes.

It also plays a role in managing the production and turnover of skin cells. When I worked in nursing homes with residents who had painful diabetes-related wounds, or decubitis ulcers, we always put them on zinc and vitamin C. Be careful with zinc, don’t take too much. In fact avoid it if you take ginkgo biloba, ibuprofen or warfarin because it slightly increases risk of bleeding. If you’d like to read the longer version of this article, it’s available at my website, suzycohen.com Please make sure to ask your doctor if these supplements are right for you.

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Authorities Seize Half A Kilo Of Cocaine And 120 Pounds Of Marijuana

EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP – A 23 year old Egg Harbor Township man was arrested February 28 on first-degree drug charges after authorities seized half a kilo of cocaine that allegedly was mailed to him, and also found 120 pounds of marijuana in a shed at his home.

He is charged with first degree possession of cocaine with intent to distribute, fi rst degree possession of marijuana with intent to distribute, second-degree conspiracy to distribute cocaine, third degree possession of cocaine, and third degree possession of marijuana.

The arrest is the result of a joint investigation by the Atlantic City Task Force and federal agents from the U.S. Homeland Security Investigations Cherry Hill Office. The investigation began when federal agents intercepted a suspicious package that was mailed from Haiti to an address in Egg

Harbor Township, which was later revealed to contain cocaine.

A coordinated controlled delivery was then conducted to the address on the parcel, which turned out to be the home of a friend. A second controlled delivery was then conducted to the man’s address on West Jersey Avenue, where he accepted the parcel and was arrested. A complete search of the residence revealed five large bundles, containing a total of 120 pounds of marijuana, in a small shed in the backyard.

The fi rst degree drug charges carry a sentence of 10 to 20 years in prison and a fi ne of up to $500,000. Second degree charges carry a sentence of five to 10 years in prison and a fine of up to $150,000, while third degree charges carry a sentence of three to five years in prison and a fi ne of up to $15,000.

Choir Performance At Forked River Presbyterian Church

FORKED RIVER – An Easter Cantata, “Upon This Rock: The Passion, the Question, the Call” by Pepper Choplin will be presented by the choirs of the Forked River Presbyterian Church on April 9 at 3 p.m.

“Upon This Rock” is a representation of the very genesis of Christianity as we know it today, having at its foundation the solid rock of Jesus Christ and the steadfast devotion of Peter, whom Jesus proclaimed as His rock.

A reception will follow in the church’s Fellowship Hall.

Admission is free and open to all, but an offering will be taken.

The church is located at 131 North Main Street on Route 9.

For additional information, contact the church office Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. by calling 609-693-5624.

Irish Night At Albert Music Hall WARETOWN – Albert Music Hall will hold its annual Irish Night on March 25, a live stage concert showcasing a night of Irish country and bluegrass music. The show will also feature Irish Step Dancers and an Irish greeter who will share good luck with all visitors.

Performances will include Devrin Academy Step Dancers and three Irish bands: River Drivers, Church Street Revival and Martin Kavanaugh and the Hard Road Travelers.

Admission is $5 for adults and $1 for children 11 and under. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the show is from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m.

Light refreshments and gift items may be purchased. No alcoholic beverages or smoking is permitted.

Albert Music Hall is located at 131 Wells Mills Road.

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Stafford Library March Events For Adults

STAFFORD – The Stafford branch of the Ocean County Library has these adult events happening in March.

Empowering Women in These Difficult Times, 5 p.m. on March 22. Panel discussion co-hosted by The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office and the Daughters of the American Revolution. Topics include transitioning from young lady to empowered woman. Registration is required.

Pine Shores Art Association, Art History Lecture, 6 p.m. on March 27. Stockton University Professor Kate Nearpass Ogden

PhD will present “The Art of Photography” featuring Ansel Adams and Annie Liebowitz. The reception features the artwork of Pine Shores artists: Mike Lipton, Carol Neugebauer, Danny Ng, Chuck Sulkowski, Olga Choulindina and Casey Bell. Registration is required.

There are more programs for all ages at the Stafford branch of the Ocean County Library, located at 129 N. Main St. in Manahawkin.

To register for an event or find other events, visit theoceancountylibrary.org.

High School Sports Achievements At Southern Regional

MANAHAWKIN – Students at Southern Regional recently celebrated the following sports achievements: Senior Pat Barrett celebrated his college commitment to play baseball at Seminole State in Florida.

Regional Indoor Track thrower Justine Hosszu broke the school indoor shot put record with a throw of 40’2 at the South Jersey Throwdown at Cherokee High School on February 7.

Southern Wrestling’s Luke Galan, 152 pounds and JT Cornelius, 170 pounds won

their respective weight classes at the Raritan Rocket JV Tournament on February 11.

Football Head Coach Chuck Donohue Sr. was selected to the New Jersey Football Coaches Association 2017 Hall of Fame Class as the South Jersey representative, along head coaches Fred Stengel, Tom Falato, and Mike Ciccotelli. They will be honored at this year’s NJFCA North-South All Star game in June.

Girls Swimming seniors Gabby Cabaron and Laura Patterson made their college commitments to Monmouth University.

Women And Politics

LITTLE EGG HARBOR – The Ocean County Librar y’s Little Egg Harbor Branch, 290 Mathistown Road, will host a “Lecture and Discussion: Women and Politics” at 6:30 p.m. on March 14.

Professor Jason Ghibesi, a lecturer of Political Science and History at Ocean County College, will provide a biographical presentation on notable and diverse women in honor of Women’s History

Month. These women have made an impact on domestic and international politics ranging from Susan B. Anthony to Hillary Clinton.

The program is free and open to the public, but regist ration is required.

To register call the Lit tle Egg Harbor Branch at 609-294-1197 or visit theoceancountylibrary.org and click on “Calendar of Events.”

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Associated Humane Societies Offers Fire Safety Tips For Pets

OCEAN COUNTY - It is estimated that about 500,000 pets are affected by house fires each year. Statistics show that about 20 percent of all house fires start between 4 and 8 a.m., when residents are sleeping.

“To lose a family pet under any circumstances is devastating. To lose a pet in a fire is beyond words,” said Roseann Trezza, executive director, Associated Humane Societies/Popcorn Park. “Firefighters will attempt to save family pets, but they need to have an idea of where they are in the house and if there are pets at all.”

Associated Humane Societies offers pet owners special decals that, when prominently placed in front and back doors or windows, will alert fire or rescue personnel of the type and number of animals inside the home or apartment in case of emergency.

A decal is especially important where

there are several dwellings, like condominiums, apartments or townhouses so firefighters know which living quarters contain pets. The four inch square decals are designed in standard fire department colors of red and yellow, with black type.

These will affix to almost any surface, and have space available to write information in permanent marker or ballpoint pen. Cost is $2 for two decals and can be purchased by mailing cash or check with a self-addressed, stamped envelope to Pet Decals, c/o Society, 124 Evergreen Ave., Newark, NJ 07114.

And to help pet owners safeguard their pets and homes from fire and the damage it can cause, Associated Humane Societies offers the following tips: Be sure house numbers are clearly visible.

In apartments, many animals have perished because fi refighters did not know which

houses or apartments had pets.

Install smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors. It’s the single most important way to alert you and your loved ones of a hazardous condition. Place them on each level of your house. If you cannot afford one, contact your local fire department who will sometimes donate the devices.

Keep burning candles out of the reach of pets and children and never leave burning candles unattended. A knocked over candle can ignite an entire house in a matter of moments. Consider opting for the many beautiful flameless candles now available.

Check for loose wires and watch out for wire-chewers. Some curious cats, dogs and even rabbits will chew on electrical wires. Protect the wires or make them inaccessible.

Make other electric appliances are turned

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Keep the clothes dryer lint-free and take extra precautions when drying foam-backed rugs, athletic shoes and other non-cloth items.

If you leave the house without your pets, keep them in areas or rooms that are near entrances where firefighters will find them.

Keep collars and leashes where you can easily grab them if you need to evacuate your home. Make sure your dog or cat is wearing proper identification or is microchipped. In case he or she runs out the door, your chances are much better of having your pet safely returned to you. Microchipping is safe, painless and a great way to identify missing pets. However, the information on the chip is only obtainable and useful if you remember to register with the microchip agency.

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

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Appropriate experience, certifications and valid driver’s liccense required. No phone calls. Email resume: vcottrell@visitationrcchurch.org, fax: 732-477-1274 or mail: Business Manager, Church of the Visitiation, 730 Lynnwood Ave., Brick NJ 08723.

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Teacher - Pre-K; FT. Experience with curriculum development and classroom management preferred. Brick Child Care Center. Call 732 458-2100. (15) Paralegal/Legal Secretary - Fast paced Monouth/Ocean County firm seeks an organized team player specializing in Plaintiff’s litigation. If you are looking for a challenging career, fax a cover letter and resume to 732380-0666 Attn: HR or email resume (15) to: hr@hcblawyers.com.

Part Time Helper - 8hrs. per week in Jackson wire forming shop. Leave message with good time to return call 732-928-4605.

(14) Mechanic Needed - To help work on hydrostate tractor with bucket on front. Call Tom 732-7666546. P/T 2 hours, $50.

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LONG BEACH ISLAND – Flu shots are available by appointment at the Health Department Office on 2119 Long Beach Blvd., first floor. Please call 609-492-1212 to make an appointment.

Standard doses and high doses for those

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The vaccine is free for those enrolled in Non-HMO Medicare Part B and $25 for all others. Cash or checks are accepted.

Minors five years of age or older must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

2017 Scout Night Patch Contest

TOMS RIGER – Opening Day for the Lakewood BlueClaws is April 13. What does this mean? It means 2017 Scout Nights are right around the corner.

The 2017 Scout Patch design contest is officially underway. Between now and March 31 scouts may take the attached document and design a patch that will be given out on all of our Scout Nights. All entries must be

received by 5 p.m. on March 31. A winner will be selected on April 3.

In order for the scout to be eligible to win, the pack or troop he or she is a part of must have booked and paid a deposit on their 2017 outing by March 31.

Any questions on this year’s Scout Nights, contact Mike Cassidy at 732-901-7000, ext.

103 or mcassidy@blueclaws.com.

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Dear Joel

By Joel Markel

Take Your Husband’s Car Keys

Dear Joel My problem is a serious one. For at least a few months I have discovered that my husband is driving drunk.

It seems to be mostly at the end of the day but it could be throughout the day as well. I don’t know how to handle this and don’t want to get him into trouble.

Answer I see your problem exactly the other way around. By doing nothing you are getting him into trouble. He is a danger to every person on the road (and off the road). Lives are taken and others ruined by drunk drivers.

If I were you I would demand that he give you his car keys and driver’s license. That is just the beginning. At that point I would contact an attorney who deals specifically with alcoholism and drug addiction.

If he refuses to go, which may very well be the case, I suggest that you go without h i m. I n t he mea nwh ile get h i m a driver, drive him yourself or keep him home. I would suggest a bicycle but he is a danger on the road even then if drunk.

Do not let this man drive sober as at this point he is likely to return to his old ways. This entire country is counting on you...Writing to me is a great start but you have a lot of hard work ahead of you.

Let me know how it progresses. I wish you well.

Write to joel@preferredcares.com.

His radio show, “Preferred Company” airs on Monday through Friday from 8 to 10 a.m. on preferredradio. com and 1160 & 1310 WOBM-AM

If you or anyone else is in need of home health care, call Preferred at 732-840-5566. “Home health care with feeling. Joel Markel is President of Preferred Home Health Care and Nursing services inc. serving all of New Jersey in adult, senior and pediatric home health care.”

Clemson Names Local Students To Fall 2016 President’s List

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SOUTHERN OCEAN COUNTY – Clemson University has named local students to the President’s List for the fall 2016 semester.

They are Ashley E. Haney of Little Egg Harbor, who is majoring in biological

St. Patrick’s Lunch

LONG BEACH ISLAND – The South Bay Senior Association will hold their monthly meeting at noon on March 16 in the St. Francis of Assisi Parish Hall at 4700 Long Beach Blvd. for their St. Patrick’s Day Corned Beef Luncheon.

The cost is $7 per person and will be fol-

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sciences; and Julia Ann McGowan of Long Beach Township, who is majoring in economics.

To be named to the President’s List, a student must achieve a 4.0 grade-point average.

lowed by their monthly meeting and their guest speaker, David Mc Cafferty, an Irish storyteller.

Several trips have been planned and anyone 50+ years young is welcome to attend.

Any questions, call president Ray MacDonald at 609-494-5804.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast

For the week of March 11 - March 17

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (Mar 21-Apr. 19): Ride out the storm. Some brief disruptions may have you ready to throw in the towel but a little patience is all that’s required to achieve success. You may be in a position to take advantage of a situation in the week to come.

TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20): Listen to your heart. Strengthen an existing relationship with a loved one by letting them know how you really feel. Singles who are still seeking their significant other may reap romantic rewards by meeting new people.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Don’t jump to conclusions. Wait until all the facts come to light before reaching a decision as the true nature of a situation may be cloudy this week. Talking things over with a trusted friend or confidant may set your mind at ease.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Do what you want to do. Think about things that make you happy and then take action to make them happen this week. Steer clear of disputes and bad-tempered people. Negative influences could rain on your parade.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Get going while the going is good. There’s no obstacle that you can’t conquer or problem you can’t solve as your energy and enthusiasm will be in high gear this week.

Offering help to a friend in need will be effortless.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Keep it simple.

If you take too much time thinking things over you may get stuck in neutral but if you follow your instincts you’ll make quick progress. Set aside some quality time to spend with loved ones this week.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22.): All work and no play makes for a dull week. Leave some room in the schedule for recreation and hobbies that will help to clear your mind. Romantic activities are likely to meet with better than average results.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Remember that not everyone plays fair. Remain alert with matters involving money as someone may try to pull a fast one when you aren’t paying attention.

Take the time to find value in something you may have at first thought worthless.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Patience is a virtue. If you find someone is irritating you, count to ten or just walk away before you lose your cool. Now is the time for listening and understanding rather than engaging in petty squabbles or spats.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Logic may fail you. A practical approach won’t be much help when a problem stems from a completely irrational situation. You may need to put your creative juices into overdrive to find a solution or just avoid the matter altogether.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Smiles can be contagious. A positive and upbeat attitude will light up your surroundings and make you a pleasure to be around this week. Competitions will be about enjoying the game rather than who wins or loses.

PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20): Put the past behind you and set sights on the future. You may have made some mistakes before but wipe the slate clean. Resolve to get off to a fresh start this week. Find your comfort zone among family and close friends.

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Prepare A Spanish-Style Omelet Anytime For A Satisfying Meal

By Wolfgang Puck

I’ve recognized an interesting pattern from the questions and recipe requests I’m always getting. With all the different food options and occasions for eating that each week brings, most people are concerned about cooking for two main types of meals: weekend brunches and weeknight suppers.

As you might guess, the styles of recipes they want for those two occasions tend to be very different. On a weekend morning, most home cooks want to prepare something that feels generous, even a little bit indulgent; a recipe that will impress everyone gathered around the table, helping to make brunch a special yet relaxed occasion.

Weeknight meals, on the other hand, are almost always more about convenience, answering one main challenge: How do you satisfy yourself and your family quickly and easily while providing a main course that tastes fresh and delicious?

I know of one great recipe that fulfills the requirements of both: my interpretation of a Spanish omelet. Brunch guests happily greet a thick, pancake-style flat omelet, served cut into wedges, which makes a great impression whether you offer it hot from the oven or even lukewarm or cold on a buffet. And egg dishes are becoming more and more popular on weeknights, a time when the concept of serving breakfast for supper is not only convenient but also wonderfully comforting.

My recipe also offers the added benefit of being healthy. I pack the omelet with lots of fresh vegetables, cut into uniform 1/4-inch (12-mm) dice; feel free to substitute some of your own favorites, briefly sauteing them as I do in the recipe.

I make the omelet with mostly egg whites, adding just a couple of yolks for a touch of richness and golden color. (You can save leftover yolks for another recipe for two or three days in a sealable container in the refrigerator, covered with a little water to prevent them from drying out.)

Because many people love cured pork with such egg dishes, I also finish off the omelet with some strips of lean ham; but, of course, you could also make a vegetarian version by substituting some sliced or crumbled chorizo-style vegetarian sausage that can be found in most wellstocked supermarkets.

You might wonder how healthful such a generous-looking, rich-tasting main dish can be. So it might surprise you to learn that each serving totals just about 150 calories, with a little bit more than a quarter of those coming from fat. So, if you add some good whole-grain bread and a salad

or fresh fruit, you’ll have a well-balanced, satisfying and delicious meal ready with incredible ease.

And what home cook doesn’t want that, whatever the time, day or occasion?

HEALTHY SPANISH-STYLE OMELET WITH BELL PEPPERS AND HAM Serves 4 Olive oil-flavored nonstick cooking spray 1/2 cup (125 mL) diced red bell pepper 1/2 cup (125 mL) diced yellow bell pepper 1/2 cup (125 mL) diced green bell pepper 1 garlic clove, finely chopped 1/2 jalapeno chile, stemmed, seeded, deveined and finely chopped (optional) Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1/2 cup (125 mL) seeded and diced tomato 2 large cage-free eggs 12 large cage-free egg whites 1/4 cup (60 mL) pitted Kalamata olives, sliced 3 ounces (185 g) thinly sliced lean cured ham, cut into thin ribbons 6 basil leaves, cut into fine strips Preheat the oven to 400 F (200 C).

Heat an 8-inch (20-cm) ovenproof nonstick skillet over medium heat. Spray with the nonstick cooking spray. Add the peppers and saute, stirring occasionally, until they have softened and their edges begin to turn golden, about 5 minutes.

Add the garlic and jalapeno, if using, and saute until fragrant, about 30 seconds longer. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Add the tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes longer.

Put the eggs and egg whites in a large bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper and whisk until thoroughly blended. Add the egg mixture to the skillet with the vegetables and stir constantly over medium heat until curds start to form. Continue cooking until the mixture has begun to set but is still fairly moist.

Remove the skillet from the heat and scatter the olives and ham evenly over the top. Put the skillet in the oven and bake until the omelet is completely set but still slightly moist, about 5 minutes.

If the eggs on top still look a little underdone for your liking, switch the oven to the broil setting, or preheat a separate broiler, and pop the pan under the broiler for 1 to 2 minutes until they are set and light golden.

Set the skillet aside to let the omelet settle for about 5 minutes. Sprinkle with the basil. Cut it into wedges and serve hot, lukewarm or even cold.

(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) © 2017 TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES, INC.

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