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Berkeley Eyes Abandoned Homes Ocean Gate Police Now Offering Addiction Help With Blue HART
By Chris Lundy BERKELEY – Township officials are still de al i ng w it h some abandoned homes, hoping that the owners will either fix them up or knock them down. Between 15 and 20 homes are the focus, business administrator John Camera said. They are throughout the township. There are seven to nine of them east of Route 9, six or seven in Manitou Park, and a few in South Seaside Park. The homes could be aba ndoned for a ny number of reasons, but Superstorm Sandy is one of the main culprits. Some of these homes were so signifi-
–Photos courtesy James Byrnes Berkeley is focusing on taking abandoned houses. cantly damaged that the just walked away from es are health hazards. owners could not afford the property. They are structurally to fix them. It is possiThe problem is that unsound, and might (Homes - See Page 4) ble that some people some of these hous-
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Program). It allows users to tur n themselves in, and hand over any drugs they have, without any threat of charges or jail. Al Della Fave, spokesman for the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office, said that a lot of departments are showing interest in joining the program, such as Toms River, Ja ck s on a nd Poi nt Pleasant. It’s just a matter of finding addiction centers that can take in (HART - See Page 4)
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By Chris Lundy OCEAN GATE – People needing help with drug addiction can now go to the Ocean Gate Police Department and be placed with an addiction treatment center. The borough is the latest in a series of departments to take part in the Blue HART (Heroin Addiction Recovery Treatment) program. This began in January, under the name HARP (Heroin Addiction Response
Questions, But Fewer People, At Sandy Info Session
By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – Nearly five years after Superstorm Sandy, residents are still looking for help navigating the government assistance programs, but there are fewer needing help now than there had been. An information session was held in the Toms River municipal building to give impacted homeowners guidance in going through the process. Lisa Ryan, spokesperson for the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs, said that about 55 households were served at the session. This is a much lower number than when they
started having sessions in 2014. These days, sessions average around 50 households, she said. Some residents they will see at a few sessions a year, as they have intricate issues that need to be worked out. The questions that homeowners bring to these sessions run the gamut, she said, and are very specific to each home. It could be about flooring, or air conditioning. Some are finishing up their projects, and some are still in the beginning stages. It could be about contractor performance. The contractor might be taking too long on a
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By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – John Russo, Sr. was remembered as a politician for the people, and an “icon” of the kind of bipartisan politics that is rare to find anymore. Russo succumbed to cancer at the age of 84. He had been elected to the state senate in 1973, and was Senate President from 1986 to 1990. He served as acting governor, and ran for that office as well. Additionally he had a career as an attorney and as assistant prose-
–Photo courtesy Hal Brown and Princeton Public Affairs Group cutor in Ocean County. Marlene Lynch Ford, who is now the assignment judge for the (Russo - See Page 7)
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By Chris Lundy BEACHWOOD – The 2nd Annual Beachwood Community Day will be held on Saturday, August 26, from noon to 4 p.m. at Birch and Surf Park. The rain date is August 27. The park will be filled with entertainment such as face painting, inflatable rides and a petting zoo. There will be several food vendors. Local civic organizations will have booths and health assessments will be provided.
The family-friendly event coincides with the celebration of the borough’s 100th anniversary. The municipality was incorporated in 1917. A special guest appearance will be made by Joetta Clark Diggs, four-time Olympic Athlete and track and field champion (1988, 1992, 1996, and 2000), now the Spokeswoman for the New Jersey Health Care Quality Institute’s Mayors Wellness Campaign. For more infor mation, please visit beachwoodusa.com.
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and shows them how to get help. The Blue HART is designed to prevent overdoses before they happen. Anyone can come into the participating departments and request help with their addiction. Officers can also encourage people they see outside of the department to come in and voluntarily apply for the program. After the person is screened, they are put in contact with an addiction treatment program. The person will not be charged for drug offenses if they voluntarily come looking for help. Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph Coronato stated said the program is already successful. “I applaud the participating police departments proactive efforts and eagerness to help those in their communities fight this tragic epidemic,” he said in a press release. “Since January, ‘Blue HART’ has helped over 200 individuals to successfully fight the curse of addiction. I cannot thank enough Behavioral Health, Integrity House and Ocean Mental Health for their generous commitment to the people of Ocean County in making our vision a reality. Our county leads the state in providing lifesaving options to those fighting and seeking addiction help.”
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Township planner James Oris said that if a resident started the process, the building permit can be renewed every six months. This hampers the town’s options on these homes. Glen Cove resident Jerome Bolletieri said that many of these were houses were Sandy houses. “They can’t keep getting extensions. A lot of these houses represent a health hazard. There’s been years of mold and varmints,” he said. There are two new part-time construction officials that will be doing inspections on homes, Camera said. This was a cost saving measure, as two part-timers can do the work of one full time employee without a full time salary and benefits.
Continued From Page 1 the additional people. “As we secure more beds and more help from treatment centers, we’ll expand,” he said. “We can’t do a total roll-out to all departments.” Lacey had a soft opening with the program in June and then officially began it recently, collaborating with Ocean Mental Health in Manahawkin and Bayville, officials said. Stafford works with Ocean Mental Health. Brick works with Preferred Behavioral Health in Lakewood. Manchester works with Integrity House in Toms River. The days where someone can go for help are as follows: • Monday: Lacey (808 Lacey Rd.) and Ocean Gate (801 Ocean Gate Ave.) • Tuesday: Stafford (260 E Bay Ave.) • Wednesday: Manchester (1 Colonial Dr.) • Thursday: Brick (401 Chambers Bridge Rd.) In dealing with the opiate epidemic, the police were already using Narcan, a chemical nasal spray that has proven to reverse the effects of a potential overdose. They also have a Recovery Coach Program, where a social worker visits an addict in recovery
Continued From Page 1 have breeding spots for mosquitoes, rats, or other animals. Additionally, neighbors think they are eyesores. When people are spending a lot of time and money to make their homes look good – especially after Sandy – the neighborhood is marred by an abandoned home. Further, the town would benefit from a newly renovated house being on the tax rolls. There is a process that needs to be adhered to, officials said. The town can’t just condemn the property and demolish a home. The homeowner has to be properly notified. There’s also a hearing.
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Kids D.A.R.E. To Do The Right Thing
–Photo by Chris Lundy The 2017 D.A.R.E. Role Models pose with Police Chief Karin DiMichele and the governing body at a recent Township Council meeting. By Chris Lundy BERKELEY – Local children were honored for being role models by the police D.A.R.E. program at a recent Township Council meeting.
The children were recognized by D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) officers and staff for being helpful, polite, respectful, and community-minded.
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about an amendment to his grant. One thing that was helpful was he was able to meet his advisor in person. “It was nice talking to them face to face,” he said. “They probably get 100 emails a day, if not 200.” He said that even though the process is a maze of paperwork, the people at these events are professionals who really know their stuff and genuinely want to help. Frank Markovics had to evacuate his house on Long Beach Island and stay with family during the years it took to rebuild and raise his home. The first floor was totally destroyed. Overall, he and his daughter-in-law said that their experience with the RREM program was good, and that the people they’ve spoken to have been helpful. They attended the session for help with their asbestos manifest so they can get final inspection and final reimbursement with the program. For more information, contact the DCA’s Sandy Constituent Services Office by calling 609-292-3750 or by emailing sandy. recovery@dca.nj.gov. For more information on the Sandy Recovery Housing Counseling Program and the Rental Assistance Program, visit renewjerseystronger.org/homeowners/sandy-recovery-housing-counseling-program and nj.gov/dca/hmfa/homeownership/owners/ ssbg/indiw.formspub.previewex.shtml.
Continued From Page 1 project, or the work is substandard. “They might want to know how to file a complaint because they feel it’s risen to the level of fraud.” Statewide, there are approximately 7,600 homeowners in RREM (Rehabilitation, Reconstruction, Elevation and Mitigation), Ryan reported. Of those, 5,428 have completed construction and the remainder are in construction. Furthermore, there are 700 of those in construction that are able to live out of their homes while they are working on them. The DCA hosted the session, and had their own staff from the Sandy Recovery Division and Housing Recovery Centers there. Spots were given to other departments such as the Rental Assistance Program, the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs, and RREM project managers. People at a front desk spoke to people coming in, trying to figure out what their status was so they could direct them to the right table. Paperwork was laid out about such things as Energy Star compliance, green construction, and the New Jersey Hardest Hit Fund. There was also a RREM tip sheet about how to work with contractors. Dave Miller came down from Keansburg to get more information. He had questions
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F EATURED L ETTER Where’s The Free Tolls In NJ? According to TV ads, toll roads in New York are going cashless: E-Z Pa ss on ly. Nex t it is New Jersey. I am one of those holdouts that refuse to pay ransom in N.J. (one dollar a month just to get the monitor.) I still pay cash only. Where are the union reps complaining about the loss of revenue of laid-off union members (toll collectors)? Since the state will be saving money f rom salar ies,
pension and fringe benefits, does anyone dare to say now “Reduce the tolls and give us drivers a break?” The sound of silence is deafening! Remember, years ago, we were told that the Parkway would be toll free after constr uct ion cost s we re covered. That was 65 years ago and the tolls were raised ever since. Just another Garden State fairy tale! William McPhail Toms River
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Teachers And Respect In some areas, the new school year has already begun. In my area, school will commence shortly. I retired June 30, 2016. I had the pleasure of working with numerous teachers as a media assistant and paraprofessional for 21 years. In 1996, when I began working in the educational field, teaching was regarded as a respectable profession. I was proud to say I worked in the middle school where I was employed as I witnessed, firsthand, teachers around me doing what they love with immense passion. As a media assistant in our school’s computer lab, I was fortunate to assist almost every teacher and their students in all subject areas. I was impressed by the many lessons teachers would come prepared with for their students. Throughout the late 90s and early 2000s, students appreciated having a computer lab where they were able to broaden the scope of their assignments. Along with that appreciation, students exhibited respect for their teachers, computer equipment, their peers, and themselves. In 2010, due to cutbacks, my media assistant position was dissolved, and I became a paraprofessional working with teachers and their students in a classroom setting. It was there I observed, even more closely, the daily routines of numerous teachers. Wow! The definition of
Letters To The Editor this 3-letter word does not can Also ignored by the writer, only confi rm that with even come close to its meaning of “expressing astonishment or admiration” for the teachers I worked with. If you have not had the opportunity to do what I have done, you cannot possibly fathom what a teacher’s day is truly like. Even if I were to put into words all that I have experienced, you still would be unable to realize what it entails. For those of you who have the mindset that a teacher’s day only exists within the time period between the first and last bells, you are vastly mistaken. The preparation for a day’s classes, not to mention a year’s syllabus, begins much sooner than that first bell, and continues far longer than the last. Along with striving to be an innovative educator, teachers must also contend with incessant parent emails, phone calls, and meetings. There is much more, but I won’t bore you, as the real purpose of my letter is to express how the prestige of teaching has diminished drastically. That fact is disheartening! I attribute it to the total lack of respect for teachers. People not in the education field would be surprised if they could see what really goes on today in the life of too many teachers. It is unacceptable when teachers must regularly grapple with blatant disrespect, foul language, and, at times, volatile behavior, rather than focus on educating their students. I cannot say exactly when it became so unbalanced; I
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each passing year, it gets continually worse. When I attended school as a child, and even when my own children were in school, there was collective admiration for teachers. Without that, educating students is impeded, and obstructing education benefits nobody (students, teachers, parents). Therefore, I urge all to please bring back much-needed recognition for teachers. I especially request parents to teach your children to respect their teachers (and all adults, in general). Your children spend a large portion of their day with their teachers. It would be advantageous for everyone if respect was incorporated into the teaching profession once again. It would result in a win-win situation for everybody! I also want to take this opportunity to respectfully thank all of my teachers, my children’s teachers, and all the amazing teachers and paraeducators I worked with. Always remember, you truly have made, and you continue to make, a difference in the most positive ways! Donna Tuminaro Jackson
Safe Immigrants Should Be Welcomed The August 5th letter blaming immigrants for stealing American jobs is shameful as it ignores our proud historic tradition of welcoming the stranger. Forgotten were the words of Emma Lazarus on the Statue of Liberty that greets newcomers with hope and assurance they will no longer be outcasts and downtrodden: “Give me your tired, your poor, Your huddled masses yearning to breathe free, The wretched refuse of your teeming shore. Send these, the homeless, tempest-tost to me, I lift my lamp beside the golden door!”
Mr. Van Arsdale, is that except for Native American Indians we are all descendants of immigrants who fled from poverty and persecution only to be confronted by the same resentment expressed in his letter as well as torment because of race, religion or ethnic background. They were crowded into walkup tenements without bathrooms, 12-hour work days in dangerous sweat shops, forced to have their children engage in child labor and worked for pennies without any safety, security or health care. Yet, these determined people raised generations that became industrialists, businessmen, merchants, religious leaders, professionals, political leaders and service men and women many of whom died so that we can live in freedom and proudly sing, “God Bless America.” His charge that our new immigrants, who I acknowledge must in these dangerous times be extremely vetted, steal jobs and accept lower wages ignores the reality these jobs were available to Americans but immigrants had to be recruited because many Americans did not see fit to work in the undesirable conditions found in those occupations. Immigrants, however, have no choice but to take them if hired as did their forefathers. Unknown to many is that our government as well as other democracies have programs that actually recruit foreign workers for high level jobs because of their training and intellect. While injustices do occur (a perfect example is the discrepancy between wages for men and women who are not immigrants but born in America) overall we have become better and stronger because of the skills, willingness to work hard, determination to make better lives for themselves and their families and desire to serve their new country in our many wars in the pursuit of freedom for Mr. Van Arsdale and all Americans. Seymour Brotman Manchester
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Continued From Page 1 Superior Court in Ocean County, said they had never met before being on the ballot together in 1983. She ran for Assembly that year, besting Warren Wolf. “His loss is a public loss, but also a profound personal loss to those of us who knew him,” she said. “Although our political relationship ended a long time ago when we stopped getting elected,” their personal relationship continued, she said. They were just on the beach together a few weeks ago. “Even in his very weakened state, his daughter made sure he got his beach time in,” she said. She said Russo was the personification of the American Dream. Here was a poor kid from Asbury Park, selling clothing out of the back of his car to make money, but he wanted to go to Notre Dame. An alumnus arranged to get him an interview to try to get into the prestigious school. “He was too proud to admit he couldn’t afford the trip,” so he hitchhiked to the interview. From then, he went on to Columbia Law School. “From very humble beginnings, he overcame that and became a very critical figure in New Jersey government,” she said. Former Ocean County Freeholder and mayor of Toms River, Paul Brush, said his influence is still being felt today. “He was an icon in Ocean County politics and also in the state,” he said. Russo worked bipartisanly, under a Republican governor, Tom Kean Sr., and Brush stated that the two worked well together. “They just did what they thought was right,” he said. Russo On The Death Penalty One of Russo’s more public fights was
The Berkeley Times, August 19, 2017, Page 7 over the death penalty. In 1982, Russo helped reinstate the death penalty. In 2007, it was being argued before the Senate budget panel on whether to keep it or do away with it. “If you’re going to have a society that follows law and order, people have to feel that the punishment fits the crime,’’ he told the Ocean County Observer in 2007. At the time, New Jersey had eight men on death row and hadn’t executed anyone since 1963. “I don’t look for an execution. I get no satisfaction to see someone’s execution. I just want the penalty to be available,’’ he said, for the “most unusual and grievous’’ cases. Although his father was murdered in Asbury Park by a robber on New Year’s Day in 1970, he had said this did not influence his feelings. The robber would not have fit the criteria for the penalty, he said. The robber didn’t go there intending to murder. Ultimately, there was much more opposition to the death penalty, and the punishment was changed to life without parole. People arguing against the death penalty stated that since New Jersey hadn’t actually executed anyone recently, it was essentially life without parole anyway. Additionally, there provided some small measure of closure for the family of the victims, in that they did not have to be dragged into the ongoing appeal process as the accused convict perennially tried to fight their pending execution. Russo’s Legacy Although much has been written about Russo’s fight for the death penalty, his legacy was larger than that, Brush said. He started a movement that made all Senate bills be posted. That way, the public would
know what lawmakers were deciding. “That was his mantra: the people should be heard,” he said. That has since fallen by the wayside. Another trait that seems to belong to a bygone era was his disdain for dirty campaigning. He used to scream at any local politicians who went negative in their campaigning, he said. Another piece of his legacy belongs to the caps law, which limited a municipality’s spending, a precursor to the one that governs towns now. “It was innovative. It set the tone to put the reins on political spending,” Brush said. Russo, the late Daniel Newman (former Assemblyman and mayor of Brick), and John Paul Doyle (former Assemblyman) opened up a joint legislative committee, with former Pine Beach mayor Russell Corby heading the staff. Their job was to hear from constituents and fi x problems. “It became a model for across the state,” Brush said. “It’s become an accepted practice.” Prior to that, every legislative office had a different system, Corby explained. Theirs was different because it “stressed constituent services and community outreach, he said. “It allowed them, as a team, to focus on legislation.” As a result, Russo sponsored or enacted more than 200 bills. A lot of ink has also been used to describe his ban on assault weapons. The governor wanted it done, and he rose to the challenge, Brush said. “It was not very popular but he thought it was the right thing to do and New Jersey has had a ban on assault weapons for the last 25 years or so,” he said. “He was an icon and I don’t think we’ll see someone like him again,” Brush said.
“We sure miss him.” About twenty years ago, Russo, as an attorney, represented Berkeley Township to fight a program that would allow sending districts to sever ties with a regional school district. The issue involved towns leaving Central Regional. Dale Florio, who heads up the Princeton Public Affairs Group, which Russo worked for as an attorney since 1992, wrote on the company’s web site that Russo was a friend and mentor to his colleagues. “We hesitate to call John a ‘throwback’ when partisanship stayed in the statehouse and you could ‘break bread’ together after the day’s work. To us, John was and will always be an example of how those of us who engage in the science of politics should practice our craft,” he wrote. Senator and former Governor Richard J. Codey said he valued Russo’s friendship. “John used his political skills, his breadth of knowledge and his strength of character to address the issues that defi ned an era and that continue to shape the quality of life in New Jersey,” Codey said in a press release. “He put progress ahead of politics, teamwork ahead of partisanship and shared success ahead of personal achievement. John’s primary goal was always to get things done. As a result, he was both well liked and highly respected.” Tom Kean Jr., son of the former governor and head of the Senate Republicans, offered his condolences. “On behalf of the Senate Republicans, I would like to offer our condolences to Bob, Caryl, and their entire family on the passing of Senate President Russo,” he said. “He was a dedicated public servant, a loving father, and a leader committed to improving New Jersey for all its residents.”
Lacey Students Star In Anti-Drinking PSA
By Chris Lundy LACEY – The Ocean County Intoxicated Driver Resource Center partnered with Lacey High School students to produce a video showing the negative effects of teen drinking. In the video, “Drinking Destroys Dreams,” a high school senior decides to have a drink on her way to her prom, and winds up getting pulled over.
“My whole life was ahead of me, until I decided to have a drink…” she says in narration. The video flashes between what could have been: footage of teenagers getting ready for prom, and what happened: getting arrested, her car towed, put in jail, and appearing before the judge. It also shows how much one night of excess cost her financially. The video is one part of a larger effort to edu-
cate youths against drinking, to prevent issues before they happen, said Peter Curatolo, chief of administrative services for the Ocean County Health Department and the mayor of Lacey. The video will be shown in driver education classes. “We wanted to illustrate the legal process from arrest and conviction to the mandatory Intoxicated Driver Resource Center class that takes place when a person makes one bad decision
and doesn’t plan ahead,” he said. “The goal is to save a life and secondly, to avoid a conviction for a DUI.” He credited the creativity and talent of the high school students who produced the video, as well as the police, judge, and towing company that appeared in it. It can be viewed online at https://www.youtube. com/watch?v=Q-Eve8i5R1s.
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Bayville Volunteer First Aid Squad July Update
BAYVILLE – The Bayville Volunteer First Aid Squad was called upon during the month of July to respond to 111 calls for medical emergencies from the citizens of Berkeley Township, as well neighboring town’s residents. This month we had a few interesting calls: a boating accident, two vehicle fires and a maternity call – all answered by this squad. We also provided emergency medical service to the Ocean County Fair and the Wednesday night Veteran’s Park concerts. Other calls that our squad answered included: three for abdominal pain, seven calls due to patients falling and requiring medical treatment, 12 patients who had respiratory problems, five calls for unconscious patients, three who had seizures, five patient who fainted or were semi-conscious and 12 patients who had cardiac emergencies. The remaining 55 patients were either treated on scene or required transportation to the local hospital. Using our mutual aid agreements, we had 26 calls that were handled by other first aid squads. The squad continues to still seek new members, drivers, ambulance attendants and
emergency medical technicians who will help us to reduce our calls being staff by other squads. Individuals who are available during the weekday shifts (6 a.m. to 6 p.m.) are ideal for those who are retired (our oldest active member is 75 years young) and looking to help their community. We have weekend days (6 a.m. to 6 p.m.) and weekend nights that also need staffing. We also welcome any new members for the Squad Cadet program (16 to 18 years of age) and the Squad Women’s Auxiliary organization. If you want to help, you can join these groups by going to our website at joinbayvillefirstaid.com and filling out the application form. If you have any questions on membership you can email us at joinbayvillefirstaidsquad@gmail.com In other news, if you would like to have a squad member address your group or visit your school or organization, please let us know and we will be happy to have one of our members provide a short overview of the squad. This can be accomplished with a quick email to bayvillefirstaidsquad@outlook.com – Subject: Guest Speaker.
Semper Fido Charity Ride
BAYVILLE – Get your motors running! A 60mile charity ride through the pines to benefit Semper Fido, hosted by Coastal Jersey Parrot Head Club, is on Saturday, September 16 at the Bayville V.F.W. Post #9503. Registration is from 10 to 11 a.m. and costs $25 for riders and $18 for passengers, which includes a barbeque at 2 p.m. Price for the barbeque only is $25 for adults and $18 for children 12 and under. There will also be a gift basket auction at the barbeque. The mission of Semper Fido’s program is to
unite wounded warriors suffering from PTSD with homeless, rescue shelter dogs that are evaluated and deemed viable for training as service dogs. The goal is to nurture a healing and rejuvenating bond between the wounded warriors and service dogs. The result is a positive, non-judgmental, unconditional relationship desperately needed by both. For more information about Semper Fido, visit semperfido.org. For more information about the charity ride, contact Denise Bruschi at 908-910-4410.
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Experience The British Theatre With Ocean County College
TOMS RIVER – Experience the British theater on Ocean County College’s 39th Annual Theatre in London Seminar/Trip from January 3-14, 2018. Members of the community are welcome to participate on a non-credit basis. Students will be enrolled for three college credits. A number of scholarships are available for OCC students and an application is required. Participants must be at least 18 years of age and out of high school. Registration Deadline: October 4. Seminar/Trip: See 10-12 plays at the Royal National Theatre, the West End and the Fringe. Take a backstage tour of the Royal National and Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre. Participate in “talk-back” sessions with actors, directors, playwrights and/or designers. Enjoy a day trip to Stratford-Upon-Avon. Plenty of free time is provided for sightseeing, shopping, museums and world-class restaurants. Tour Package: round trip airfare on United Airlines, roundtrip airport transfers, 10-night accommodations at the Grafton Hotel, theatre
tickets, day trips as noted on itinerary, full English breakfast daily, most tips, taxes, OCC instruction, tuition and fees. Not Included: personal expenses, airline baggage fees, tips, activities, meals (lunch and dinner), trip cancellation insurance, and services not specifically listed in travel brochure/contract. Cost: $3,975 per person, double occupancy, Ocean County resident. Single Room Supplement: $795. Out-of-County Fee: $63. Out-of-State Fee: $327. NOTE: The program cost is based on the exchange rate and the prevailing price in effect at the time of printing. Should airfare, land costs and the dollar/pound exchange rate become less favorable, participants may be billed accordingly. For more information or to register for the trip, contact Gary Shaffer, Assistant Professor of Humanities, at gshaffer@ocean.edu or 732255-0400, ext. 2296.
Simon’s Soup Kitchen Seeks Volunteers
SEASIDE HEIGHTS – Simon’s Soup Kitchen is currently seeking volunteers and volunteer groups for its upcoming season starting this fall. Volunteers are needed in the following areas: cooks, dishwashers, kitchen assistance and servers. Volunteer groups are also needed to participate in an evening of caring, in which the group would assist in everything from preparing the meal to helping clean up. Simon’s Soup Kitchen operates every Tuesday and Friday evening from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. from October through April at Our Lady of Perpetual Help on Grant Avenue in Seaside Heights. Dinners are served to anyone who is in need of a hot meal or some fellowship. In addition to serving meals, Simon’s Soup
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“Walk To Build” With Northern Ocean Habitat For Humanity
LAVALLETTE – The Northern Ocean Habitat for Humanity will host a “Walk To Build” 3-mile family fun walk on September 9 at Dover Ave. on the Lavallette Boardwalk. The event is being held in conjunction with Lavallette Founder’s
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JACKSON – Are you ready to feel fit, focused, energized, and healthy? Then you are ready to LIVE LIFE WELL! With wellness experts to coach and motivate you, you can get the tools you need to feel great-body, mind, and spirit! Learn how to make changes that change everything at an educational Seminar at Bartley Healthcare on September 14. Bartley Healthcare is partnering with CentraState Medical Center to host an educational seminar on the Live Life Well Lecture Series on September 14 at 5 p.m. at 175 Bartley Road in Jackson. Come join us for a light dinner and glucose and blood pressure screenings from 5-6 p.m. before the seminar. The presenters will be Marilyn Abrahamson, MA, CCC-SLP, Speech Pathologist and Brain Health Educator,
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Olde Time Antiques, Crafts & Collectibles Faire
TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Historical Society will host its 31st Annual Olde Time Antiques, Crafts & Collectibles at the Ocean County Parking Garage and surrounding area, Madison and Hadley Avenues, on September 2 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event is rain or shine and this year will feature a food truck pavilion. Food trucks will be serving breakfast and lunch items and there will be antique appraisals by Art Kravetz, Civil War reenactors, classic cars on display by National Chrysler Club, antique engines, local history books, a used book sale, hourly drawings for Lakewood BlueClaws tickets, a Lenni Lenape exhibit, baked goods, 50/50 raffle, exhibit by renowned photographer Gregory Andrus, oil paintings by artist Art Stevens, museum tours and continuous music all day. Call Jeff to reserve your vendor space at 609-339-9134.
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The OceanFirst Foundation grant recipients are: • Atlantic County Habitat for Humanity in Egg Harbor Township • Coastal Habitat for Humanity in Spring Lake Heights • Cumberland County Habitat for Humanity in Vineland • Gloucester County Habitat for Humanity in Pitman • Habitat for Humanity Cape May County in Cape May Court House • Habitat for Humanity in Monmouth County in Freehold • Habitat for Humanity of Southern Ocean County in West Creek • Northern Ocean Habitat for Humanity in Toms River The OceanFirst Foundation provides grants to organizations that meet community needs within the OceanFirst market. Since its creation in 1996, it has awarded over 6,400 grants to over 750 local charities throughout central and southern New Jersey, totaling more than $30 million. For more information on the OceanFirst Foundation, visit oceanfirstfdn.org or email info@oceanfirstfdn.org.
V.F.W. Post 9503 Monthly Breakfast
BAYVILLE – V.F.W. Post 9503, located at 383 Veterans Blvd., will be hosting their monthly “all you can eat” breakfast from 8:30 to 11 a.m. on August 27. This month’s special is Cinnamon Raisin French Toast with eggs to order or omelets, sausage or hash, home fries, toast or biscuits, orange and tomato juices, and coffee or tea. Adults cost $8, kids under 12 cost $4 and ac-
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Freeholder Haines To Represent New Jersey Women Legislators
By Sara Grillo OCEAN COUNTY – Ocean County Freeholder and Toms River resident Virginia E. Haines is now the New Jersey State Director for the National Foundation for Women Legislators. Haines was recently selected to lead the nation’s oldest non-partisan organization that addresses the needs of elected women officials within all areas of government. “It’s a privilege to serve as the 2017 New Jersey State Director for the National Foundation for Women Legislators,” said Haines, who has been an Ocean County Freeholder since January 2016. “I am so proud of the many accomplishments women have made and continue to make at all levels of government.” “I look forward to working with the members of this organization in order to advance the status of women in government and to come together to share views and experiences that will help create an ongoing dialogue that will make a difference for not just our respective constituents but nationally,” she said. Haines is only the second woman in the history of Ocean County to serve on the Freeholder Board, the first being Hazel Gluck of Lakewood. Prior to becoming a Freeholder, she also served in the State Assembly, as New Jersey Lottery Director and on the Dover Township (Toms River) Committee. As part of her new role, Haines, along with other elected women across the country, will travel to Minneapolis, Minnesota from November 14 to 18 for the National Foundation of Women Legislators’ (NFWL) 2017 Annual
Conference to discuss effective solutions to some of the country’s most pressing issues. “Fostering a non-partisan environment that encourages dialogue and the sharing of information and experiences, women leaders are able to build coalitions, share the concerns of their constituents, and identify out-of-the-box solutions to the most pressing issues facing their communities today,” Haines said. “We are so proud Freeholder Haines has accepted a leadership position in our Foundation,” stated Minnesota State Senator Carrie Ruud, NFWL’s 2017 Chair. “NFWL’s theme for 2017 is leadership, and Haines exemplifies this theme. She will play a key role in aiding elected women in New Jersey, as we continue to grow as an organization.” Ocean County Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari mirrored the sentiments of Sen. Ruud, saying that Freeholder Haines was a great choice for the role. “She brings a great deal of knowledge and perspective to the table,” Vicari said. “She is a hard worker and will be a true benefit to the NFWL.” Haines will carry the title of New Jersey State Director for the NFWL through the end of 2018. National Foundation for Women Legislators supports elected women from all levels of governance. As a non-profit, non-partisan organization, NFWL does not take ideological positions on public policy issues, but instead serves as a forum for women legislators to be empowered through information and experience. For more information, visit womenlegislators.org.
Hospice Volunteers Needed
TOMS RIVER– Is it time for you to give back or pay forward the blessings you have received? Compassionate Care Hospice is looking for volunteers interested in taking a special journey. Hospice is about living your life with quality and dignity. You would be joining a team of professionals who, with your help, can make this happen. You can sit with a patient, read to them, or give respite to an over-exhausted caregiver. We also have
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Fulfill To Host Hunger Action Family Day
NEPTUNE – Fulfill (formerly The FoodBank of Monmouth & Ocean Counties) will host a special Hunger Action Family event full of service and fun on Tuesday, September 5 during an open house from 10 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 3300 Route 66. Activities include kids’ crafts, carnival games, family tours, garden activities, concert ticket and event giveaways with local DJs, –Photo courtesy Fulfill fruit smoothies, WindMill Fulfi ll, formerly the FoodBank of Monmouth & Ocean hot dogs, selfie stations, Counties, is hosting a Hunger Action Family Day on Sepice cream and an S.O.S. tember 5 at 3300 Route 66. (Stuff Our Silo) Food and Fund Drive. • Be a Stop Hunger advocate – Contact your During the open house, kids and volunteers Congressman or just share our social media can help assemble 500 healthy “snack packs” posts with your network on Facebook, Twitthat will be going to students in after school ter, Instagram and SnapChat programs throughout the month of Septem- In Monmouth and Ocean Counties: ber. Kids will also receive special cow banks • Fulfill provides food and services to a while supplies last, so they can learn how network of over 300 feeding programs and they can help kids in need. Visiting families serves more than 132,000 people are encouraged to bring a bag of nonperish- • 1 in 10 people are food insecure able food and to wear closed toe shoes if • 1 in 5 are children participating. • 97percent of client households reside in perFulfill, a member of the Feeding America® manent housing, such as a house or apartment nationwide network of food banks, observes • 78percent report having to choose between Hunger Action Month™ – a nationwide paying for groceries or paying for housing initiative designed to mobilize the public to • 69percent of adult clients have a post high take action on the issue of hunger during the school education month of September. Hunger advocates from • 85percent of all households have incomes Monmouth and Ocean counties and across less than $30,000 annually the country are working together to shine a • 58percent of households have the breadwinlight on the issue of hunger in America and ner working part-time in our community where we serve more than • 78percent report purchasing inexpensive, 132,000 people in Monmouth and Ocean unhealthy food, and 46percent water down counties, including 40,000 children. food and drinks to make them last “Here at Fulfill, we love Hunger Action • 44percent of households use food stamps; Family Day because it is a great way for among those who don’t, an estimated 82perchildren to learn how they can participate cent are income-eligible and help neighbors who struggle with food FULFILL: Formerly The FoodBank of insecurity. Kids can learn to conduct their Monmouth and Ocean Counties: own fundraisers to build awareness of hun- • Fulfill distributes more than 12 million ger in our community, or get their schools meals annually through a network of over involved in the Students Change Hunger 300 feeding programs. Hunger in Monmouth competition. We serve 132,000 people in and Ocean Counties is a crisis that cannot Monmouth and Ocean Counties, and 40,000 be remedied with emergency food alone. of them are children. Most of the families Fulfill works toward long-term solutions to and individuals who are affected by chronic the chronic problem of food insecurity, with hunger have fallen on hard times due to job initiatives to support a community where all loss, illness, or were displaced from their people at all times have access to enough storm damaged homes. We offer many pro- food to maintain an active and healthy life. grams and resources to help them get past Through programs and services like the difficult circumstances. Hunger Action Day Culinary Arts Training Program, Nutrition is a great way for everyone to visit Fulfill and Education, and assistance with SNAP (Suplearn more about how they can be part of the plemental Nutrition Assistance Program), solution,” said Carlos Rodriguez, Executive free tax preparation, and affordable healthDirector of Fulfill. care, Fulfill is working to build food-secure How you can help: communities. We feed the lines and work • Attend Hunger Action Day Open House on toward shortening them at the same time. FulSeptember 5 at Fulfill fill has received the highest rating of 4 Stars • Participate in the S.O.S. (Stuff Our Silo) from Charity Navigator for eight consecutive Food Drive by bringing a bag of nonperish- years. A total of 95 cents out of every dollar able food raised supports food and programs. Visit • Visit our website at fulfillnj.org to Donate, fulfillnj.org. Fulfill also operates out of The Volunteer, Get Help or Get Involved B.E.A.T. Center in Toms River, New Jersey.
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Your skin reveals a secret about your health. It will expose you, even if you say you’re feeling “okay” to everyone. I’m not referring to a tan, I’m referring to skin tone, texture and color. If you are pale, you may be anemic and deficient in iron. It shows up on your skin even if you mask the accompanying fatigue with NoDoz or coffee. Pale skin that is also dry may be a clue to your hypothyroidism, which also causes fatigue and hair loss. Healthy folks have a good supply of blood flow and oxygen throughout their body, so skin appears rosy and pink, as opposed to people with heart disease, high cholesterol or circulatory disorder. People with cancer sometimes have grey or blue-tinged skin or lips due to the lack of oxygenated blood. Asthma requires the use of steroids (i.e. prednisone) which can cause easy bruising; this problem also occurs from aspirin, ginkgo, fish oil and prescription anticoagulants to prevent a stroke or heart attack. If you are alcohol or nicotine-dependent, you will look older than you should, and have saggy skin because these lifestyle factors attack your collagen and elastin. Drinking and smoking age you inside and out. Sun worshippers and smokers often have age spots and an uneven skin tone, which is from the ultraviolet light. But
this oxidation isn’t happening on your skin surface, it’s also happening to every single organ of your body, including your brain, heart, blood vessels and reproductive organs. People who suddenly take on a yellow tone may have liver compromise from a drug they’re taking, or from alcohol use. If severe, it’s called jaundice and requires medical attention. Perhaps you think beauty is only skin deep, but as I’ve shown you, it clearly isn’t. It is a reflection of your body’s general physical health. Radiant youthful-looking skin, hair and nails are actually an inside job. Reducing your exposure to free radicals can help you obtain gorgeous skin, but of course you need to make sure that you eat right and drink enough water to nourish your body. You’ll also want to minimize the amount of synthetic chemicals (including prescriptions) that you take. There are only a handful of supplements that I recommend to help with cell protection, collagen formation and general good health. Among the best we have biotin, collagen (but only high quality), silica, hyaluronic acid and/or lipoic acid. What you’re going for is a healthy glow to your skin, which – at the end of day – translates to a healthy body. I have a more comprehensive version of this article available at my website. To receive it, sign up for my free newsletter at suzycohen.com to get it emailed.
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How Holbrook Came To Williamsport A Little League Team Takes A Long Journey
By Chris Christopher BRISTOL, CONN – The enormity of the accomplishment is hard to grasp. Here it is: The Holbrook Little League All-Stars have earned a berth in the Little League Baseball World Series. “I don’t know if the boys really fathom what is about to happen to them,” said manager Rob Grano, prior to the first round of the United States Bracket at the Howard J. Lamade Stadium in Williamsport, PA. They’ll be facing off against Fairfield American (CT). “Once they pull in and see the layout, I think it will hit them,” Grano said via telephone while en route to Williamsport from Bristol on the team’s bus. “They will say, ‘Wow. We are actually here.’ It’s like a dream come true. It’s a little bit of a shock for me and a joy for me. This is the Disney World of baseball and these kids love baseball. For them, this is the highest of highs and the biggest of achievements. The boys are talented. They have been thinking about this since they were seven years old.” “In the Mid-Atlantic Region, there were 1,800 teams. It’s down to one in the region and it is us. It is still hard to believe.” The size of the feat has not escaped Jim Osmond, a Holbrook assistant coach. “It is unbelievable,” he said. “I don’t know if it has really sunk in yet.” Holbrook, located in Jackson Township, took time to mesh, to hear Grano tell it. “It took us a couple of weeks to bond and really get going,” he said. “Once we bonded, we seemed to become more consistent and get better and better. It took us either two or three weeks to start playing better baseball. It was always our goal to get here and we talked about it as coaches. When we lost Manchester (in the double elimination District 18 Tournament), this was the last thing we were thinking about. They played well in the game and we started off kind of slow.” Best known for its power laden attack and high octane offense, Holbrook has also shown the ability to make the plays in the field. Take the fateful night, for example, when it bested Maryland champion Thurmont 8-3 in the Mid-Atlantic Regional Tournament
championship game at the Leon J. Breen Field at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Complex in Bristol on ESPN. Chris Cartnick, whose solo homer put Holbrook up 1-0 in the top of the first inning, ignited a pair of 6-4-3 double plays over the first two innings. “We stress defense as a coaching staff because a lot of teams don’t stress it,” Grano said. “Hitting comes and goes. If you pitch and play defense at this level, you can beat anyone. We spend close to 90 minutes per practice on defense. Our outfield defense is some of the best you will ever see. Most of our players are interchangeable. Our boys practice at all of the positions all of the time. “If I have to put a player somewhere, I am pretty confident he will make a play as it is not the first time he is been at that position. Our defense has really been paying off for us.” Osmond said Holbrook has no weak players. “I would say the depth of our team is why we are so successful,” he said. “From roster slots one through 13, every player on this team is a player who would be a starter for any other team. One of the hardest things is finding enough playing time for all of the boys as they all deserve to be out there on the field all of the time. “Am I surprised we are here? I would not say I am surprised. I would say I am proud to see the boys continue to come through. We have known we have a very talented group. To go this far, you have to persevere through a lot of difficult times. You have to be lucky. You have to get breaks. And you have to work hard to achieve this type of success.” Holbrook also has solid pitching. Lefty Tai Mann was the winner that night, allowing two runs – both earned – in 3 2/3 innings. He needed just 26 pitches to make it through the fi rst two innings. He slugged a tworun homer in the second, keying a six-run outburst that staked Holbrook to a 7-0 lead. “Our kids don’t throw 75 miles per hour,” Grano said, “But they do throw change ups and curve balls and hit their spots. I am not yet sure who will start on the mound. We have either five, six or seven kids we can run with. We will see how they feel.
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We will utilize either two or three pitchers per game. We will make sure we have enough pitchers available so that we are comfortable with whomever we put on the mound.” Fairfield, the Connecticut state champion, secured its berth with a 10-0 thrashing of Maine to win the New England championship at the Leon J. Breen Field. Fairfield, 18-0 in tour–Photos courtesy Holbrook Little League nament play, erupted for The Holbrook Little League advanced to the Little four fourth-inning runs on League World Series. two-run doubles by Sean O’Neil and Michael Iannazzo. Winner Ethan a pre-Series parade through Williamsport Righter pitched 4 1/3 innings, striking out and a game between the St. Louis Cardinals nine, walking one and allowing four hits. and the Pittsburgh Pirates on Saturday at Fairfield stroked 13 hits. Matthew Vivona the 2,366-seat BB&T Ballpark at Historic stroked three hits in four at-bats. Bowman Field in Williamsport. Fairfield’s victory was sweet as its players The field is the home of the Williamsport and coaches were treated to free ice cream Crosscutters, the Philadelphia Phillies’ short from Saugatuck Sweets. season Class A farm team which competes “Many of these players are regular custom- in the New York-Penn League. The game is ers at our shop,” the ice cream and candy known as the first Major League Baseball mecca announced on its Facebook page. Little League Classic. The Pirates gave up “WIN FAIRFIELD AMERICAN WIN!!!!” a home game to play 200 miles away from “Congrats to the #Fairfield American team, their home stadium at the nation’s secNew England #LLWS champs,” Connecticut ond-oldest minor-league ballpark. Gov. Daniel Malloy said on Twitter. “We’re “We might be able to warm up and meet cheering for you on your way to the @Little the players before the game,” Grano said. “I League World Series!” want the kids to really enjoy the Series. We New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie tweeted, are there to win and we want to win, but I “Congratulations to Holbrook Little League want them to enjoy the whole experience. of Jackson, NJ on their 8-3 win and Mid-At- Whether we go long and go short, we will be lantic Regional championship. Now on to there for at least a week and play a minimum Williamsport!” three games.” Holbrook and Fairfield are far from Grano said Holbrook has begun a GoFundstrangers. Me page on Facebook. For more informaThey shared the bus to Williamsport. tion, go to the Holbrook Little League page. And Fairfield watched Holbrook down “We are asking the public to donate monThurmont. ey to help our families defray the cost of “It’s pretty great,” Grano said. “We are real the trip,” he said. “This is a short notice friendly with their guys. They supported us vacation. It involves baby sitters and some and we feel the two best teams made it to rooms cost $200 per night. We were gone Williamsport. We rooted for each other. It’s for seven days in Connecticut. Between both the way it should be. The boys all speak to tournaments, it involves almost a month in each other. Our boys posed with the Mary- rooms. These are hardworking, middle class land kids for pictures after the game. Some people so it is not like the families budget of these kids are going to be something big for this. People will sell off their cars to someday.” make this trip.” Newsy Notes Holbrook and Fairfield traveled for five The game will be televised on ESPN. hours to Williamsport on a bus chartered Also in the United States bracket are re- by Little League Baseball. gional and state championship teams from “Our boys were in great spirits,” Grano the Great Lakes, Midwest, Northwest, said. “They watched a movie, Billy Madison, Southeast, Southwest and West. The Inter- on the bus. There’s nothing like 12-yearnational Bracket contains teams from the olds. They are very, very excited.” Asia-Pacific, Australia, Canada, Caribbean, Holbrook also won the Mid-Atlantic Region Europe-Africa, Japan, Latin America and as 10-year-olds and lost in the Northeast Mexico. The Series will be played from Regional title game. August 17 to 27. “We have unfinished business,” Grano said. Osmond said a team must win all five “We want to make up for that. We want to games in the winner’s bracket to emerge as finish business. We have a good team and the world champion. I want to see if we can compete and move “If we wind up in the loser’s bracket, you on and get to that end goal. We take this as have to win a lot of games as you have to phases and seasons. Now, we are in phase battle your way through,” he said. five.” (Little League - See Page 22) There will be several festivities, including
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Refugee Plans Memorial For Vietnam Vets
By Chris Lundy BARNEGAT – For many veterans, the war in Vietnam was so brutal they have difficulty even talking about it. Thy Cavagnaro doesn’t have many memories of it anymore. She just has stories her family told her. She was only 1 and a half years old. She was part of a family of five fleeing a warzone on a single motorcycle. She was the only one facing behind them. So she was the only one who watched as her house exploded. Her parents told her later that she was yelling “The fire is chasing us! The fire is chasing us!” Her family settled in New Jersey. For a year afterward, she experienced night terrors. Those horrible details she has forgotten, but she knows there are many out there who can’t forget. “Vietnam vets didn’t get the proper reception when they got home,” she said. She always wanted to give thanks, but didn’t know how. Because of the way they were treated upon their return, a lot of Vietnam veterans didn’t talk about their experiences. Only in the last five years or so, did she start seeing hats or stickers. “They had been living with that for decades,” she said. “If you were told what you did was not honorable, you wouldn’t share it except in certain company.” A few years back, she did meet a Vietnam vet, and was able to thank him. On a whim, she asked if she could give him a hug. “Something happened. I got emotional.” It kick started a need in her to do more. She started to ask parents of friends about what they would want to hear, as a way of
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–Photo by Chris Lundy Thy Cavagnaro is working toward building a monument to Vietnam veterans at Gazebo Park. thanks, and the consensus was “Welcome Home.” This was a statement they didn’t get when they did return from deployment. So now she has a sign in her car that says “Welcome Home,” for whenever she sees a car with a Vietnam bumper sticker. But she wanted to do more. And the best way to do more is to act locally. So, she and her husband, James, are building a monument for Vietnam veterans at Gazebo Park. This has two headstones marking other veteran contributions. It’s at the corner of Route 9 and Bay Avenue. It would be a headstone-sized memorial, like the others. It would be facing the street so that drivers and pedestrians can see it. They worked to get consensus with veterans as to what they would want on the memorial, even down to the color of the stone. The plan is to have it finished for Veteran’s Day, November 11. “We wanted to make sure we won’t overshadow” the current memorials, James said. “We didn’t want to ruffle any feathers.” Hopefully, their actions will set off a spark, Thy said. Maybe other people will start doing things for veterans. Maybe people will talk to their grandparents about what they went through. She doesn’t want the veterans and their accomplishments to be forgotten. The couple is funding the monument themselves. They didn’t want to ask for any contributions. If someone wants to donate to a good cause, they suggest starting with their local veterans organizations. For more information, visit facebook.com/ thanking.vietnam.veterans.in.barnegat. Veterans who are not on Facebook are encouraged to reach out to the couple at jimmythy@comcast.net.
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Continued From Page 16 Holbrook is the sixth team from Ocean County to make it to Williamsport. “Let’s see how good we really are,” Grano said, “And let’s see if we can do something really special. Lakewood won it when I was a kid. It is possible. We have a chance. I definitely think we have a chance.” Lakewood, led by the pitching and power hitting of Dion Lowe, won the national title in 1975 when foreign teams were banned from the Series. Toms River East American, paced by the all-around play of former Toms River High School South, Rutgers University, Cincinnati Reds and Chicago White Sox star Todd Frazier – now starting at third base for the New York Yankees, won the LLBWS in 1998. “Let’s go Holbrook (Jackson NJ) Little League!” Lowe said on his Facebook page. “I love this tournament… unforgettable memories.” Of Holbrook’s early lead, Lowe said on his
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page, “Nothing like taking away a team’s spirit so early in the game! I love following this every year.” Jay Teitelbaum, who played in the outfield for Lakewood in 1975, said on his Facebook page in a reply to Lowe, “Dion, they look really good, good enough to have a chance for sure. It will be interesting to see how they stack up against the other teams now.” Frazier tweeted, “Congrats Holbrook Litttle League. Proud of you guys. I need a shirt to rock before Thursday. Someone send an XL 2 stadium. #njsfinest #llws2017.” Holbrook’s Cartnick has received hitting lessons from Frazier and his brothers, Jeff and Charles Frazier. Jeff Frazier starred at South and Rutgers and played for the Detroit Tigers. Charles excelled at South and played in the Florida Marlins’ minor league system. The Marlins are now the Miami Marlins. “I used to hit with all of the Fraziers, Cartnick told the New York Post. “They got my swing to what it is now and my dad (Tom) added onto it. Sometimes it was Todd, but mostly it was Jeff and Charlie.”
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BERKELEY – Holiday City South Women’s Club will take the following trips this year: September 27: Hunterdon Hills Playhouse presents Neil Simon’s “Come Blow Your Horn.” Includes bus trip, luncheon, dessert buffet and show for $89 per person. October 11: Renault Winery & Tropicana Casino. Includes family style lunch, wine
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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast
For the week of august 19 - august 25 By Jeraldine Saunders
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Be cautious that your warmth and enthusiasm does not inadvertently lead someone on. Take the easiest path where your money is concerned in the week ahead. Don’t append too much or spend too little. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Be a great advisor and mentor in the week to come. You may receive extra social invitations. Your certain someone may be caught up in a wild goose chase that could prove costly, but your wisdom can prevent a loss. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Fly straight as an arrow. There is no financial opportunity or risk that is worth losing your good name. Refuse to sign documents that you haven’t read this week and anything you have read but don’t understand. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Like Humpty Dumpty even the mighty can fall. Follow ethical behavior in the week to come when financial matters are in question. If you try to please someone else you may be secretly influenced by their maneuverings. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Take the bit between your teeth. You may have plenty of determination and stamina to make your projects a success. Passing disagreements may only spur you to more ambitious accomplishments in the week ahead. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Be discriminative. When faced with a choice between two evils in the week ahead make the most morally acceptable choice. Your loved ones or friends might not agree because they cannot see the fine line you walk. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Don’t voice your
suspicions in the week ahead, but adopt a wait and see attitude. Unconditional love delivered in daily doses can even melt a heart made of stone. Your gentle ways can move mountains, even in the workplace. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Soul mates seem to be on the same wavelength. Business contacts, however, may be tuned to a different station. As this week unfolds focus on family, hobbies and home based activities for the very best success. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Listen to the boss who dictates your daily chores rather than following the dictates of your heart. A certain someone may think your friendship holds more promise for intimacy than you intend in the week ahead. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Aesop’s turtle knew that slow and steady wins the race. Caution and dedication to duty will pay off during the week ahead. If you are thrifty about the pennies, the dollars will begin to roll in. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Toe the mark. Those in authority may expect perfection as this week unfurls. You have plenty of enthusiasm and eagerness to get something accomplished, but might feel that your efforts are restrained by necessity. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): If you can’t escape the truth sit back and enjoy it. Somewhere deep inside you might feel you do not deserve the rewards or opportunities you receive as this week unfolds. Be grateful that someone recognizes your worth.
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Dear Joel, I have a client who wanted to show me a photo on her iPhone. She couldn’t find it, but she treated me to about 1,000 other pictures while she searched. With each one I heard, “that’s my friend from bridge,” or “that was taken at a party,” or “here’s my neighbor wearing her new blouse” and so on. Do people really think it’s interesting to look at pictures of complete strangers? Why can’t they just say “sorry, I can’t find what I was looking for.” How can I escape this situation when it happens? TMI in Tuckerton Dear TMI, That one took me back to many long nights I spent at friends’ homes as they clicked their way through tray after tray of vacation slides. A few times I even dozed off, so I know how hard it is to stay focused, especially when you don’t
k now any of the people or places. Nowadays I also think it is funny how many pictures people post on social media, many of which are repetitive or even compromising. It’s tough, but try to remember that the things she’s sharing are important to her, and that by sharing them with you, she is saying you’re important too. She is inviting you into her world. You might suggest she create photo albums, so that she can easily reference the shots she wants to share. You might thank her for trying so hard and offer her a coffee or a treat so that you can step away from the picture show. 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
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wolfgang puck’s kitchen Building Blocks: A ‘High-Rise’ Approach To A Summertime Favorite By Wolfgang Puck
As I often like to say, we eat with our eyes fi rst. Food that looks beautiful without being too fussy starts your mouth watering in anticipation. And, by contrast, if good ingredients have been well prepared only to be presented in a way that looks unexciting, you may get less pleasure from the whole experience. That explains why I’ve been taking a different approach to a summertime seasonal classic: the tomato, mozzarella and basil salad, also known in Italy as the Caprese, after the island of Capri, or the Tricolore, because its red, white and green colors mimic those of the Italian flag. Most often, the salad’s three main ingredients are simply arranged overlapping each other on a plate or platter, with a vinaigrette dressing drizzled over them. That’s certainly how you’ll probably see it on most antipasto displays in Italian restaurants or when you order an individual one off the menu. Even though sun-ripened tomatoes are wonderfully flavorful in August, and go so well with the rich-tasting fresh mozzarella you can find so easily in well-stocked supermarkets today, such a presentation doesn’t do much anymore to get people excited about this wonderful seasonal specialty. And that’s a shame. So I’d like to share the simple solution my chefs and I like to use in our restaurants: We go vertical instead of horizontal. In other words, we’ve taken to stacking the ingredients, alternating slices of tomato with equally sized slices of the cheese and individual basil leaves. The result instantly catches the eye, making people see this now familiar combination in a fresh new light. Though that may sound like architectural or engineering skills are called for in creating such a presentation, it’s surprisingly easy. Just make sure when you’re shopping that you buy ripe yet firm tomatoes that are approximately the same diameter as the balls of fresh mozzarella you’ll be using. (Head for the market’s cheese department first so you’ll have the package of mozzarella in your cart to serve as a guide.) With a similar sensibility, I’ve simplified the dressing for the salad as well. Instead of making a vinaigrette, I first sprinkle each slice of tomato individually with a little salt and pepper, to make sure that every bite taken is properly seasoned. Then I drizzle each stack with good-quality balsamic vinegar that I’ve first reduced to a syrupy consistency to concentrate its sweet-tart flavor; I also add a drizzle of good, fruity-tasting extra-virgin olive oil.
The result is an appetizer that will make everyone at your table feel as if they’re seeing and tasting this combination for the first time. What a perfect way to showcase some of summer’s finest produce. STAC K E D TOM ATO -A N D MOZ Z A R EL L A SA L A D W I T H FR ESH BASIL , BA LSA MIC REDUCTION AND EXTRA-VIRGIN OLIVE OIL Serves 4 1 cup (250 mL) good-quality balsamic vinegar 4 medium-to-large sun-ripened organic tomatoes 8 ounces (250 g) fresh mozzarella 12 leaves fresh basil Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Several hours before serving, prepare the balsamic reduction. Put the vinegar in a small nonreactive saucepan and bring to a boil over medium heat. Then, reduce the heat to low and simmer until its volume reduces by a third to a half. Set aside to cool to room temperature; transfer to a covered glass container and refrigerate until ready to use. For the salad, use the tip of a small, sharp knife to core the tomatoes. Trim and discard a thin slice from the bottom of each tomato before cutting each one horizontally into slices about 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick. Drain the mozzarella, patting it dry with paper towels, and cut crosswise into slices about 1/2 inch (12 mm) thick. Stack the basil leaves and, starting at the side of the stack, roll them up tightly into a tube shape. Cut the roll crosswise into thin slices, separating them with your fingertips into julienne strips. To assemble the salads on a platter or individual serving plates, alternate the slices from each tomato with slices of the mozzarella, stacking the tomato slices in the order you cut them starting with the trimmed slice from the bottom, and sprinkling each tomato slice with a little salt and pepper before placing the mozzarella on it. End each stack with a tomato slice, sprinkling it with salt, pepper and basil julienne. Just before serving, drizzle each stack with about 1 teaspoon of the balsamic reduction. (Reserve the remainder in the refrigerator, where it will keep for several months.) Drizzle the extra-virgin olive oil over each stack; 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) © 2017 TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES, INC.
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