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Author Urges Students To Write Their Own Story By Sara Grillo BERKELEY – A hometown author who made it big in the young adult genre took some time out of her busy writing schedule to visit Dr. Kathleen Mueller’s classroom and talk to students about – you guessed it – writing. Megan McCafferty is no stranger to the Pinelands. She graduated from Central Regional High School in 1991 where she was co-editor of the school newspaper The Eagle’s Voice and wrote for the literary magazine The Looking Glass. Fast for ward to today, she has written 11 novels, three of which were on –Photos by Sara Grillo the New York Times Megan McCafferty talks to students at Central Regional High bestseller list. Her School about her book Sloppy Firsts and offers up some writing (Author - See Page 11) advice.

Resident Urges Speed Enforcement

By Chris Lundy BERKELEY – Citing an excessive number of speeders, resident Carol Scherm said she’s been asking for extra police presence at the intersection of Northumberland and Martinique drives. She brought the issue up at the latest Township Council meeting. Recently, blinking speed limit signs were installed and that helped, but there are still speeders. “It’s not outsiders. It’s our own people,” she said. She wants a police presence there. Chief Karin DiMichele said that there have been officers in the area writing tickets recently. It seems like

it’s time to put that neighborhood back in the rotation for traffic enforcement. Scherm said that as long as officers are around to at least issue warnings, then there will be an improvement. “We are beyond issuing warnings,” the chief said. A Bayville resident, Rich Ryan, suggested using an older police car as a decoy in the area. He said he has seen some in the township’s yards looking unused. DiMichele said those vehicles are undriveable and being used for spare parts for the fleet.

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Stafford To Be Main Hub For Meals On Wheels

By Chris Lundy STAFFORD – The county’s Meals on Wheels location in Lakewood will be moved to Stafford after the Southern Service Center will be renovated to accommodate the entire program. Already, the southern center, located (Meals - See Page 4)

–Photos by Chris Lundy County employees prepare meals for delivery and for those who came out to the Southern Service Center. Michael T. Sutton, Manager • N.J. Lic. No. 4128 Benjamin “Matt” Wade, Advance Planning Director • N.J. Lic. No. 5028 David Kalinowski, Director • N.J. Lic. No. 3925 Steven J. Andrews, Director • N.J. Lic. No. 4435 “We are dedicated to exceeding expectations and delivering a standard of service that is 100% guaranteed.”

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on Route 9 just south of Route 72, holds a lot of other services. Adult day care, senior services, for example. There are offices for the county clerk, surrogate, and Veterans Service Bureau, and the State Housing and Rental Assistance Program (SHRAP). The St. Francis Center on Long Beach Island also operates a satellite out of the building. Despite all this going on, there will be more. The county is investing into the center to expand the kitchen in order to have it provide meals for everyone who needs assistance in Ocean County. In doing so, the county will be taking Meals on Wheels out of the Lakewood facility off of Clifton Avenue. The southern site is five times the size of the northern one in Lakewood. Residents can still come and pick up meals in Lakewood, county administrator Carl Block said. There just won’t be deliveries from that location. “Traffic is terrible. The kitchen is smaller. Parking is almost non-existent,” Block said. It’s also in such a densely-built area that it can’t expand. Whereas Stafford is on wide open acreage. “There’s enough room for a whole production center there,” he said. Although having Stafford be the hub of the entire operation would add some time to meal deliveries in the northern end of the county, it’s not as much is you consider the amount of time Lakewood drivers spend in traffic and looking for parking, he said. The ceiling will be lowered so that a fire suppression system can be installed. The lower ceiling will also make acoustics better for speaking events. There will be room for storage, including storage of meals that can be kept at room temperature, given out over extended holidays or in emergencies. Additional refrigeration and a loading dock will also be included. There will be updated communication technology for when it is used as a headquarters during an emergency. There will also be more administrative space for clients. During the upgrades, the meals will still be produced, mostly out of Lakewood, but also out of Stafford.

Jackie Rohan, director of the office of senior services, said that the county provides about 1,000-1,100 meals a day. The nice thing about the Stafford location is that there’s a large area for people to “meet to eat.” It’s important to address people’s social needs as well as their nutritional ones. They could be living in a senior community of hundreds or thousands of people and still not have any connections to anyone else. They’ll also often have a presentation or activity for them when they come in. Some get transportation to arrive and some are independent enough to drive. Social services set up tables so people can talk to them, such as the health department, ombudsman, consumer affairs, Interfaith and RWJ Barnabas Health. Meals on Wheels is more than just delivering food, Rohan said. When delivery people go out to homes, they might be the only person who comes into that home on a regular basis. This provides a needed social element for homebound seniors. It also provides an early warning system. These delivery people know to look for red flags that would indicate that the homeowner needs help. They get to know the people, and therefore can tell if something is wrong. The drivers might be the first to notice if a senior has memory issues or other health problems. If they are having issues with independence, providing a free meal means they don’t have to cook, she added. It might not be safe to have some of them operating stoves. They provide one meal a day, but some seniors split it up, and have half for dinner. They run Monday through Friday, but there are also many who get meals on the weekend. The goal of senior services is to look at the whole person, and make sure they are physically and psychologically able to do what they need to do, and have socialization, she said. The Stafford center goes a long way in meeting those needs. According to the 2010 census, there were 121,104 people 65 and older living in Ocean County. Freeholder Director Joseph Vicari said it’s a prime location, close to Route 9, Route 72, and the Garden State Parkway. That makes it relatively easy to get to and for delivery drivers to get to other spots in the county. Since there are two generators on site, it can be used as a shelter, he said. In fact, the National Guard was stationed there during Superstorm Sandy. State police helicopters can land on the property to evacuate seriously injured people. “It is less expensive to provide food for one-year for a senior then it is to cover the cost of a day in an emergency room,” Vicari said. Vicari also responded to people’s fears that the federal funding for a lot of health or senior programs could be cut off. “The people in Ocean County are not going to starve. We will always protect the frail, elderly, and disabled.” The county opened the center in 2011. It used to be St. Mary’s Parish. The senior nutrition site came two years later. The county will bond $1 million to upgrade it, he said. Yezzi Associates are doing the architectural work. Staff from that group took input from the cooks and other employees at the facility to make their plans. The work is expected to be completed next year.

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Continued From Page 1 do little odd jobs around the community. “I’m retired. I’ve got nothing to do. I might as well be doing something for someone else,” the veteran said. He joined Free Care 12 years ago, and is still active. “It’s as beneficial to me as well as for them,” he said. Free Care comes out of the name of the development, Holiday City Carefree. They do small things for residents who are having a little trouble with independence. Flipping mattresses, getting holiday decorations down from an attic, and replacing batteries in garage door openers are just a few of the jobs they do. As a rule of thumb, they don’t do anything that would require a license, such as plumbing or electrical work. They also won’t do anything that could injure the volunteers, like shoveling snow. But, if you need your storm windows switched out, or knives sharpened, then you can call them Monday through Friday. It’s truly volunteer. Sometimes, that can be difficult for the residents they help. They are too proud to ask for help. So, they’ll offer some money. “I’ve had people say ‘How much do I owe you?’ Nothing. Write a card. That way the whole group can enjoy it,” volunteer Ron Delaney said. His girlfriend, who worked in real estate, told him that the organization is even a selling point in the community. People know they’re moving into a neighborhood where people care about each other. There are about 30 active members, said founder Vincent Altamuro. But that number is going down. One problem is the volunteer pool is aging. Pretty soon, the people who are volunteering will be the ones needing help. Additionally, the young people moving into the neighborhood aren’t joining. So, new volunteers are needed. If you are interested in volunteering, call Altamuro at 732-244-3955. He has estimated that the group has done 17,800 jobs in 15 years. If you call them for something they don’t do, they’ll refer you to someone who does. This is often a place like Catholic Charities or Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey, or the county’s Senior Services department. Volunteer John Stanton said it saves these seniors a lot of money. They might not be able to change a bulb in a refrigerator. So, who can they call? An electrician? “Someone comes in and charges you a hundred dollars to change a light bulb,” he said. Celebrating 15 Years In celebrating 15 years of Free Care, Altamuro hosted a barbecue in his back yard for all the members, and invited local officials. “This reflects a different generation,” said Sen. Christopher Connors (R-9th). “They all look after one another.” Sadly, this kind of service-minded individual is seen less and less these days, he said. He explained how volunteerism like this helps everybody. If someone’s need

The Berkeley Times, September 30, 2017, Page 5 is answered by a volunteer, instead of a government employee, it frees up that employee to help someone else. “Many times people think government is the answer. Here, in this community, people look out for themselves,” he said. Assemblywoman DiAnne Gove (R-9th), agreed with this statement. “I think that’s what it’s all about,” she said. “People need to care about other people.” She read a joint resolution signed by the Senate president and speaker of the House honoring the group. Mayor Carmen Amato said the township was pleased to honor the group for 15 years of dedicated service. “There is no greater feeling when one citizen helps another. We wish the volunteers of FreeCare another 15 great years,” he said. Need Help? If you need assistance with something, call one of the numbers listed below. One of the operators will figure out who is the best person that can help you with your problem. Some examples of what Free Care volunteers can do: (supplies like batteries and light bulbs are supplied by the caller) • Install batteries in smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors • Replace light bulbs • Open/close air conditioner registers • Switch storm door screens and glass panels • Take down/put up curtains • Untangle Venetian blind cords • Turn mattresses • Assemble kits • Reach items on upper shelves • Bring items up to attic/bring them down • Reset clocks, thermostat, or lawn sprinklers • Set TV menus and programs • Set telephone features • Program answering machines • Set up computers • Give computer lessons at the clubhouse Hang pictures • Take newspapers to the recycling depot • Fill out forms • Copy small print on labels and instructions to a larger size • Notarize documents and witness signatures • Open jars, pill containers and packages • Start cars with weak batteries • Call to check on a person’s health • Cut wood to size in the woodshop • Bring painted and decorated wooden flowers to shut-in residents on request Altamura said the best way to get help is to call one of these numbers. If no one answers, don’t leave a message. Just call the next number on the list. If you ask for something that Free Care does not do, they will refer you to another place. Call only between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. 732-240-1260 732-341-3612 732-736-4936 732-914-9434 732-818-0521 732-286-0954 732-244-8680

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F EATURED L ETTER Columbus Enslaved Natives, Don’t Honor Him With A Holiday I think it’s about time we stop celebrating Columbus Day with marche s d ow n m a i n s t r e e t U.S.A. every October. As any grade schooler will tell you, Columbus didn’t discover America. What Columbus did discover when he finally came ashore, were a culturally rich and diverse people. He would w r it e i n h is jou r n a l: “They are the best people…and the gentlest,” then noted; “They will make f ine ser vants… with 50 men we could s u bj u g a t e t h e m a l l .” True to his word, Colu mbu s enslaved 50 0 men, women and children and shipped them off to Spain, many being auctioned off like cattle upon their arrival. Should a man responsible for the murder of i n no c e nt p e o ple, t he raping of women and the systematic destruction of a c u lt u r e b e hon ored with a special day?

Should we ennoble and pay tribute to a man who h el p e d “ i nt e r n a t io n alize” the slave trade each fall? Concerning the recent Confederate statue/slaver y issue, the Asbur y Park Press in an editorial, “Don’t Consecrate Con federacy” opi ned that these statues represent an affirmation of slavery and should not be com memorated or be allowed to remain in any public square. Should n’t the same logic and opinion expre sse d by t he P re ss with respect to the Confe d e r at e s t at ue /sl ave question, be applied to Columbus and for the same reason? From my perspective, freedom loving Americans should not set aside a day to honor and celebrate a slave trader and murderer, regardless of his supposed discovery. Borden Applegate Jackson

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The Choice For Brick Mayor Is Easy I may be a Republican, but I voted for Democrat John Ducey for Brick Mayor 4 years ago, and I’m planning to vote for him again. I voted for him the first time because I like what he said – he talked about getting taxes under control, reducing the size of government, and getting rid of patronage employees who got their jobs because of who they know, not what they know. He sounded like a fiscal conservative, and that’s how he has governed. This year, the choice for Brick Mayor is easy. Mayor Ducey did just what he said he would do. He cut spending, got rid of the political hacks, and he reduced Brick’s debt by $17 million. That’s why he was able to reduce municipal taxes this year. I’m voting for John Ducey and his team and you should too. Bruce Marshall Brick

Vicari Is An Advocate For Ocean County Veterans As a veteran, I know the importance of leadership. I wish to share information on the strong leadership exhibited by Ocean County Freeholder Joe Vicari. Freeholder Vicari knows the sacrifices made by our

Letters To Editor military forces and that they The opened an additional office supporters he views the past have given their all to defend our way of life, our families, and our freedoms. Joe Vicari stands up for our veterans and gives his all to make sure the men and women who served our nation are cared for. He is a strong advocate of the Ocean County Veterans Bureau in Toms River that helps the county’s nearly 68,000 veterans access care through the Veterans Administration. The average citizen might not realize what happens in our Ocean County Veterans Bureau. Ocean County Veterans Bureau in Toms River is second to none! The Toms River office hums with calls and visitors. Veteran widows, spouses, veterans from the Great Wars, Korea, Vietnam, Iraq/Afghanistan and non-wartime can get help with U. S. Department of Veteran Affairs benefit information in real time. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has services and benefits available, but the application requirements are wrought with details that are easily misunderstood. I am a female veteran and left military service 35 years ago, overwhelmed, and unaware of services available from the VA. Guidance from this office helped me find a myriad of supports, but the office is busy and veterans may have to schedule appointments with a long lead time. Freeholder Vicari observed the need for expanded services in the community and

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in Manahawkin. In a time when political will and leadership can be hard to find, Freeholder Vicari continues to go above and beyond for our veteran community. It is important for the community to know about the availability of services for military families, but more so, who is working in our best interest in County government. I cannot emphasize enough how important it is to help service members, veterans, and their families navigate the complex agency guidelines that the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs functions under. I will be supporting Freeholder Joe Vicari on Election Day, November 7 and would like veteran families and our community members to know why. Kerri Ann Long U.S. Air Force Veteran Toms River

Pro-Trump Rally Remembers History Incorrectly A spring pro-Trump rally in Seaside Heights was a real eye opener. It showed just how misguided and uninformed some people can be. According to that article the time and place was kept secret by rally organizers in an effort to keep protesters away. It appears these supposedly constitution-loving patriots have no problem with suppressing the free speech of those who don’t share their world view. Of course suppressing opposing voices shows weakness rather than strength. It shows uncertainty about whether the vague promises and angry Trump rhetoric can withstand the challenge of critical assessment and the test of scrutiny. Especially baffling were the comments of a gubernatorial candidate who hoped Trump could take the country back to a time 50 years ago when opportunities were equitable for all. Like many Trump

through rose colored glasses and the world of today as in disarray for which they blame liberals in general and President Obama specifically. But let’s take a look back 50 years. Far from the golden age he suggests 1967 was a time of turmoil and unrest. Citizens were polarized on a divisive war and rallies to both support and oppose continued involvement in Vietnam were common. Racial tensions were high and riots broke out in cities across the country for, ironically, lack of equitable opportunities for all citizens. We were reeling in the wake of two political assassinations and soon to suffer two more. It was a time of great social upheaval with forces committed to change at constant odds with those opposed to it. Hardly the time of harmony and stability the candidate’s words imply. Of course this inaccurate look back is nothing new to conservatives who view the Reagan years as halcyon days for America. Somehow they forget the Iran-Contra Affair, the Savings and Loan Crisis brought on by his “laissez-faire” economics, the double digit interest rates faced by new mortgage holders and other less than ideal circumstances that were also part of Reagan’s legacy. Should the candidate still choose to see those times as better, it bears noting that 50 years ago our president was Lyndon Johnson, one of the most liberal leaders in recent history. Ironic considering the vitriol directed at liberals by Trump supporters. It has been wisely said that those who do not learn the lessons of history are doomed to repeat it. Perhaps what these would-be patriots need is to see the past for what it was, remarkably similar to the world of today. It would also help to remember history in an accurate manner before using it as a point of reference in the political debate. Bill Pane Farmingdale

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Central Regional Choir Concert & Gift Auction

BAYVILLE – Central Regional Middle School and High School Choirs will be hosting a Concert/Gift Auction on October 28 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. Admission is $20 and will include a starter set of tickets, the concert, coffee/tea and a dessert.

Please contact Beth Moore at emoore@centralregional.net for tickets. A limited number of tickets will be available at the door. Please reach out if you would like to make a gift basket or monetary donation. Thank you in advance for your support.

Annual Gift Auction

TOMS RIVER – Holiday City Berkeley First Aid Auxiliary’s Annual Gift Auction is on November 11 at Holiday City West, 45 Cabrillo Blvd., from 1 to 5 p.m. Doors open at 12 p.m. A $10 donation includes 1 ticket package. Coffee and cake will be served, and meatball subs, hot dogs, water, soda and chips

will be available for sale. There will be a large prize/raffle drawing for a 5-day, 4-night stay in Wildwood from September 3 to 7, 2018 for two people. Breakfast, dinner, taxes and gratuities are included, plus many other amenities. For tickets or more information, contact Claire Konig at 732-281-8873.

Recovery International Meetings

TOMS RIVER – Recovery International is a free self-help mental health group that meets every Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m. at the Presbyterian Church of Toms River, 1070 Hooper Avenue in Room 6. This group offers understanding and support for those who suffer from stress and tension,

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Fundraiser For CONTACT Of Ocean & Monmouth

TOMS RIVER – CONTACT of Ocean & Monmouth Counties is hosting a fundraiser on October 28 from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Clarion Hotel, 815 Route 37 West. A $48 donation includes a delicious 3-course lunch and wonderful show packed with entertainment featuring Andre & Cirell, Masters of Comedy & Musical Impressions, plus bou-

tique vendors for holiday shopping, door prizes, 50/50 raffles and a great mini gift auction. Proceeds benefit CONTACT’s 24/7 Crisis & Suicide Prevention Hotline. Must be 18 or older to attend. For tickets and information, call 732-240-6104 or visit contactoceanmonmouth.org. Checks can be mailed to P.O. Box 1121, Toms River, NJ 08754.

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By Bob Vosseller SEASIDE HEIGHTS – Around 2,000 runners participated in the Sept. 16 Semper Five Run, a 5 kilometer race to benefit a U.S. Marine Corps charity which saw tremendous security precautions and a change of locale in the wake of last year’s terrorist bombing incident. That Sept. 17, 2016 incident involved a pipe bomb which exploded in a trash container in Seaside Park along the course route. Later that day, a homemade pressure cooker bomb went off in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan, New York City. A second pressure cooker bomb was found four blocks away. The Semper Five website featured the following post: “The motto of the Marine Raiders is “Spiritus Invictus” meaning Unconquerable Spirit. It is with this unyielding fortitude that the 4th Annual Seaside Semper Five returns following last year’s terrorist bombing. Undeterred and committed to serving those who serve our country, this year’s race will be bigger and better than ever. The new course in Seaside Heights has been designed to accommodate the significantly greater anticipated number of runners.” This year’s event saw increased security personnel in the form of Seaside Heights police, members of the Ocean County Sheriff’ Department, the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office, NJ State Police and Ocean County Sheriff’s Department K9 Units, Office of Homeland Security Division of the New Jersey State Police, FBI, NJ State Police Marines and NJ State Police Aviation Drone officers. “It is incredible how much security we have here on land, sea and air,” Seaside Heights Police Chief Thomas Boyd said prior to the start of the race. Seaside Heights Mayor Anthony Vaz said that the event went without a hitch. “It was excellent. There were approximately 2,000 runners and security was at its highest level. We like hosting this event as we support the mission of the event. We are not afraid of terrorists and we will not let them stop us.” The route ran in an “L” formation from Dupont Avenue to Hiering Avenue and back again according to one Ocean County Sheriff’s Department officer. The course included about nine blocks of the borough and was carefully monitored by police that observed the activity from the air in the form of helicopters and drones, officers on the beach and at various points along the course. The race started at 9 a.m. but the borough was also hosting another event, the annual “Barbeque At Sea,” which was located off the boardwalk. That event was also subject to a security check according to a member of the Ocean County Sheriff’s Department. “This was a great race and it went very well,” said Jen Allen from Mount Holly. This marked her first time running in the Semper Five Run. “I knew it would be safe and I really had no concerns. We weren’t given the route until just before it started.” “I’ve been running at events like this before and I really enjoyed this experience. I don’t know my time yet but I know I didn’t win a medal but it was a good time,” Allen said. Randy Faiges, Bayville, took second place. This also marked his first year running in the Semper

–Photo by Bob Vosseller Bayville runner Randy Faiges took second place during his first year running in the Semper Five run held on Sept. 16 in Seaside Heights. Five. The 26-year-old runner said he often runs in area events like this and was pleased how it was coordinated. “I think it went very well and while I was aware of what happened last year I felt there was a so much security around that I’d be safe. I saw cops everywhere throughout the run. It was pretty crowded on the boardwalk as we ran and there were also a lot of runners in the event,” Faiges said. The big winner of the day was Brick resident Dianne DeOlivera, whose fast pace is well known in runner circles. “It didn’t matter if I won or lost; it really is about the cause,” she said prior to the event. DeOlivera came in first place. She had also been present at last year’s event. Walter Hrycenko, Toms River, was involved in the coordination of the event. He was busy assisting with registration. “We had just a little under 2,000 runners and it went very good. We had a great amount of cooperation with the town, county and they really helped us out.” Hrycenko added that planning of the event involved a 20-member committee headed by Tom Costello. He said the planning involved several meetings held throughout the year where security concerns and other logistics were addressed. He said this marked the fourth year for the event, which benefits the MARSOC Foundation that supports U.S. Marines who have been injured and assists families of Marines. U.S. Marine Colonel Nick Vavich of the command office of the Marine Support Group at MARSOC was present at the event and was very pleased with the outcome. “My overall feeling is amazement at the support of the community and the level of genuine patriotism and community spirit. It was not just flag waving but a real sense of care for one’s neighbors and their support,” Vavich said. “I met with many veterans who served in Vietnam and World War II today,” Vavich said as he was periodically stopped by people stopping to thank him for his service to the nation and shaking his hand. “It really was a great day.”

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TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County College Repertory Theatre Company will perform PROOF by David Auburn from October 19-22 and 27-29 in the Black Box Theatre, Grunin Center for the Arts, Ocean County College, Main Campus, College Drive. Please use Parking Lot #2. Tickets are on sale now. On the eve of her 25th birthday, Catherine, a troubled young woman, has spent years caring for her brilliant but unstable father, a famous mathematician. Now, following his death, she must deal with her own volatile emotions and the arrival of her estranged sister, Claire, and the attentions of Hal, a former student of her father’s, who hopes to find valuable work in the

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ASBURY PARK – “I had no symptoms whatsoever. I felt no chest pain, and was fit and healthy. It was like someone hit me on the side of the head with a 2x4 when I found out,” sextuplet bypass survivor Howard Schoor shares his story this year as the Survivor Ambassador for the 2017 Shoreline Heart Walk. Howard Schoor, 78 years young, of Asbury Park never expected to battle heart disease. Although his father had a valve replacement at age 88, Schoor had no other family history of heart disease. Despite this, he had a nuclear stress test done every five years, just to be sure. In October of last year, his test showed some irregularities and his cardiologist requested a catherization. In mid-December, Schoor underwent the catherization as planned, “expecting the worst-case scenario would be a stent or two.” But afterwards, he received the news that he would need bypass surgery to open six arteries in his heart. On January 24, Schoor received sextuple bypass surgery by Dr. Craig R. Smith, a leading cardiovascular surgeon and an American Heart Association Board Mem-

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Reality Check – Do B Vitamins Cause Cancer? By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. There was a new study published in August 2017 in Journal of Clinical Oncology regarding B vitamins and it has produced some uneasiness. B Complex is thought to boost energy reserve, support metabolism and adrenal function and protect your nerves from fraying. The August study suggests that two B vitamins from the whole “B Complex” family are potentially harmful, but let’s take a closer look before we hang B6 and B12: The study was conducted in men who smoke. These scary findings don’t even apply to non-smoking men or women. The researchers tried to level the playing field. They asked questions to each participant about their smoking history, body size, alcohol use, history of cancer and use of anti-inflammatory medications. How many questionnaires have you filled out in your life and underestimated your weight, or smoking and drinking habits? The dietary supplements taken were more than likely synthetic and/or not biologically active because that’s what’s sold in 99 percent of dietary supplements. You may not realize this but Vitamin B6 as “pyridoxine” is not even biologically active when you take it. Vitamin B12 sold as “cyanocobalamin” isn’t biologically active either, not until it breaks down in your body. It begs the question, “Do you think taking synthetic or inactive chemicals while inhaling toxic nicotine will promote your health?” Nicotine and related compounds are known to be carcinogenic. It doesn’t mat-

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CLASSIFIEDS For Rent Rental or Sale - Homestead Run Adult 55+. Community Clubhouse. 2 BR, 1 or 1.5 Bath. Available immediately. Call 732-370-2300. (41) Furnished Home - To share in Holiday City. $650/month plus 1/2 all utilities. Private bedroom and bathroom. Female preferred. 732-977-7321. (42) 55+ Crestwood Village VI Whiting 2 bedroom, EIK, 1 bath, garage. Newly updated. $950/mo, +utilities. 1 1/2 security. No pets. Non Smoker. 732 716-1386 (41)

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Auto For Sale 2012 Chevy Impala - LT, Auto, all power, black, 4-door, moon roof, V6. Senior Owner. Holiday City. $7,800. 91,000 miles. 732-604-2704. (40) 2001 Ford Ranger - 4wd, auto, 4.0 6cyl, 115K mi, ext. cab with double suicide doors, black, fabric bed-liner, snap bed cover, newer Wrangler tires. Needs brakes and other work. Vrare body style, runs well, $1250. Whiting. 941-286-2269. (40)

Items For Sale 14’ Pace Craft Fiberglass Boat & Yacht Club Trailer - Two Minn Kota electric trolling motors, two fish finders, four pole holders, two cushions, one battery, life vests. $2495 or B/O. 732-849-5028. (t/n)

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Help Wanted Experienced Aluminum Sunroom Installer Needed - Must have own tools. Must have driver’s license. Call 609-661-4111. (44) Part Time Food Service - We have an immediate need for Part Time Waitstaff/Servers AM and PM shifts available, Dietary Aides, PT Dishwashers. We are a well established retirement/healthcare community located in Whiting. We offer competitive pay. Under the direction of great Food Service leadership team, you will be working in an environment where you get the support and training needed to grow in your culinary career. The Pines offers an open door policy and Senior Leadership is always available and visible to our employees every day. Rate of pay starts at $9/hr. Apply in Person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org. Part Time Activities Assistant The Pines at Whiting is currently looking for a part time activities assistant to work every other weekend in our Assisted Living community. Candidates must have the compassion and ability to work with the senior population to lead various activities. $10/hr. Interested candidates can apply to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759. Phone 732849-2047/Fax 732-350-0540/email: rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org. EOE. Certified Home Health Aides Needed for Ocean County area. Hourly and live-in positions avail. P/T and F/T. Call CCC at 732-206-1047. (t/n) FT/PT Weekend CNA/CHHA The Pines at Whiting is looking for experienced CNA’s/CHHA’s to provide excellence in care to our residents on our Assisted Living Unit and Skilled Nursing units. If you are looking for an environment that rewards excellence, provides a fun work environment you should look no further! Part Time 7-3 (9 days/pay/72 hours a pay), Full Time 11-7, Part time 3-11/6 days/pay/22.50 hours per pay. Excellent benefit package for Full Time/part time benefit eligible employees. Stop in today to learn more. Weekend commitment positions on all 3-11/11-7 Special weekend rates of $14/hr. Weekend program requires a commitment of 4 weekend shifts per month. Apply in Person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org. The Goddard School on Route 70 in Toms River - Is hiring for multiple full time and part time positions! We provide a warm, loving environment for children ages from 6 weeks to 6 years. We are looking for fun, energetic teachers. Must be available Monday through Friday, between the hours of 6:30am-6pm. Looking to hire immediately. Salary based on experience. Benefits include Paid time off, 401K, and paid lunch on Fridays. To learn more about our available positions or to set up an interview call 732-3635530 or email your resume to dtoms river2nj2@goddardschools.com. (t/n)

Help Wanted Counter Help Wanted - Part time hours. Manchester Dry Cleaners. Call Dave 732-657-4421. (47) Laundromat Attendant - For PT/FT Good communication skills, math and min computer knowledge. Transportation needed. Long term commitment only. 732-286-1863. (38) Now Hiring Property Inspectors - FT/PT in your area. Full, free training provided. jim.g59@ comcast.net or msangelabove@ comcast.net. 732-766-4425, 201259-0734. Ask for Mel. (44)

Services PQ Painting & Home Improvement Services - Celebrating 50 years of service in NJ. Visit us online at pqpaintingservice.com. See all our anniversary and monthly specials. Winner of Angie’s List Super Service Award. Free estimates, reasonable rates, fully licensed and insured NJ Lic #13VH06752800. Call 732-5003063 or 609-356-2444. (t/n) My 2 Girls Cleaning Service Fall Cleaning Specials - A package to meet all your needs. Bonded and insured. Same teams. Please call Donna at 732-9148909 or 732-232-7058. (40) Nor’easter Painting and Staining, LLC - Interior and exterior. Decks, powerwashing. Affordable. Senior discounts. References. No job too small. Fully insured. 732-6910123. Lic #13VH09460600. (39) All Around Yard And Home Maintenance – Outdoor, indoor work done to your satisfaction. Spring thru Winter. Cleaning, home repairs, yard upgrades, etc. References upon request. Very diligent. Fair estimates. Eddie Zsoka 732-608-4781. (37)

Services Don Carnevale Painting - Specializing interiors. Very neat. Special senior discounts. Reasonable, affordable, insured. References. Low spring rates. License #13VH3846900. 732-899-4470 or 732-814-4851. Thank you. (40) Computer Tutoring for Seniors – Retired, “Microsoft Certified” instructor. Very Reasonable rates. Very patient with slow learners. I’ll teach you in the comfort of your home on your computer. I can trouble shoot your slow computer! I also teach iPhone and iPad. I set up new computers at less than half the price the retailers charge. Windows 10 specialist. I can also build a beautiful small business website at a fraction of the going rates. Special Projects always welcome! Tony 732-997-8192. (t/n) Custom Shelving – Organize your walk-in closets, kitchen, living room, basement, garage. Solid wood shelving made and installed. Builds bookcases. Strong, beautiful, affordable. Call Gus’s Woodwork 732-363-6292. (40) Joan’s Dog Training - In home sessions. Certified, insured. Basic obedience puppy training, behavior issues, gentle methods. Member APDT. Call 908-759-1196. (41)

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The Original Family Fence A fully licensed and insured company in Ocean County has specialized in unique fence repairs and installations around the Garden State for over 35 years. We want your gate repairs, sectional repairs, and new installation inquiries! No job is too small for us to tend to in a day’s time. Call us today for your free estimate You might just be surprised with what is possible. NJ LIC: 13VH09125800. Phone 732773-3933, 732-674-6644. (42) Griffin Landscaping - Trees and bushes trimmed or removed. Stone, brick, pavers, mulch and retaining walls. Painting (indoors and out). Powerwashing. 609-661-2008. (42)

Removal Service - We Haul It All! Household junk, yard waste, trees/ shrubs, furniture, appliances, construction debris, metals, concrete, dirt/ sand and stone. Also specializing in Landscaping, masonry and all fields of construction. Serving Ocean County area. Call now! 732-998-4725. (27)

MY BUDDY Wellness Phone Service Easing Loneliness - Is your loved one home alone? Receive a business-like call daily. Reasonable cost. For info, email mybuddy660@gmail.com. My Buddy verified by Department Veteran Affairs listed as (SDVOSB) on www.vetbiz. gov. Must be 18+ years. (44)

Need A Ride - Airports, cruise, A.C., doctors. Save $$$. Senior discounts. Tom. Save ad. 551-427-0227. (3)

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All In 1 Handyman/General Contracting - Painting, kitchens, bath, basements, etc. Remodeled, flooring, carpentry, roofing, siding, windows, doors, gutters, etc. “Any to do list.” No job too big or small, we do it all. $ave - Veterans discount. Call Clark 732-850-5060. (t/n) Buy Direct Flooring -Cortec plus cork back luxury vinyl, RITZ, glue luxury vinyl $2.65 installed, plush, berber $1.65 installed. Remnants, restretches. Doug 732-504-9286. (41) Home Health Care Company Now Hiring RN’s, LPN’s and CHHA in Ocean & Monmouth Counties! Flexible scheduling. Work in your community. Weekly pay. Career advancement. Comprehensive benefits. Call 732505-8000 today. . (t/n) Fall Gardening & Organic Lawn Care – Seeding aeration composting. Planting and design - shrubs perennials bulbs, maintenance pruning, beds, fertilizing. DIY help. Senior discount. Experienced master gardeners. Richard/Joe 732-232-8144. (41) We Unclog All Drains - Including main sewer lines. Toilets repaired and replaced and more. Lic #13VH05930800. 732-678-7584, Tony. (49)

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FUN & GAMES

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is less favorable and may require months. Lastly, “neurotmesis” is the most severe type of peripheral nerve injury and is generally due to a laceration through the nerve. The prognosis of a neurotmesis is poor. When a nerve is cut, the fibers furthest from the spinal cord slowly die off. In order for recovery to occur, the nerve must regrow from the site of the injury. This regrowth occurs at a rate of 1 mm per day. To put this in perspective, that equates to about 1 inch a month, or 1 foot a year. It is important to remain patient during this time and while full recovery is not guaranteed, it is possible. ARE MY SYMPTOMS NORMAL? A peripheral nerve injury may result in any number of symptoms. Impaired strength and sensation to the muscles and areas of the skin, which are connected by that specific nerve, are the most obvious symptoms. The next most common, and perhaps most debilitating, is nerve or “neuropathic” pain. Nerve pain is typically characterized by burning, tingling, stabbing, or abnormal sensations and can range from minor to severe. Secondary complications due to decreased sensation and motion include skin breakdown and pressure sores, atrophy or “muscle wasting”, impaired mobility (difficulty walking, standing, running), joint pain due to compensatory movement strategies, bowel and bladder abnormalities, decreased bone density, and emotional distress or depression due to the above symptoms. It is important to remember that no two nerve injuries will present the same way and that no two patients will experience the same symptoms. CAN THERAPY HELP? Physical or occupational therapy throughout the recovery process of a peripheral nerve injury is very

beneficial. It is important to prevent atrophy that may occur and to frequently reassess any improvements in strength or sensation. Physical and occupational therapists may also assist in teaching compensatory strategies to allow you to maximize your function while recovering from this injury. Assistive devices, like canes, braces, and wide gripped utensils, can make difficult tasks easier and allow you to maintain your independence. Strength gains can be made through a personalized exercise program created by your therapist and can be enhanced through use of manual resistive exercise and electric stimulation. Pain may also be managed by your therapist through modalities like, heat, ice, or electric stimulation, or through a desensitization process for hypersensitive areas. Secondary complications can also be minimized through patient education on skin care and pressure relief and therapeutic weight bearing exercises to enhance bowel/bladder function, circulation, bone density, and emotional health. ERIN SULLIVAN, DPT Erin graduated from the Richard Stockton College of NJ with her Bachelors of Science in Biology in 2011 and her Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2013. Erin completed her clinical affiliations in a variety of settings, one of which was in our Toms River facility. In additional to her clinical rotation at All-Care, Erin completed affiliations in school-based pediatric, acute care, and hospital affiliated out-patient settings. Her clinical experiences dealt with post-surgical orthopedics, musculoskeletal injuries, adult neurological conditions (stroke, spinal cord injury, Guillan-Barre syndrome, and Multiple Sclerosis) and pediatric neurological conditions (Cerebral Palsy, seizure disorders, and muscular dystrophy). Erin also has experience with patients with cardiopulmonary complications and other comorbidities. Erin’s treatment approach is very hands on and focuses on keeping her patients as involved as possible during their physical therapy experience.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast

For the week of september 16 - september 22

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Avoid taking action on a passing distraction. A temptation to follow misplaced sympathies could stir you this week. It is not a good idea to be taken in by those who would like to enlist you in their intrigues. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Nick negativity in the bud. You can be a realist without being a pessimist. In the week ahead you may be called upon to participate in group activities or make new contacts within the workplace environment. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Turn on the low beams. You may feel somewhat mystified by a situation, or feel that others do not understand you, but this temporary fog will dissipate. In the week to come new friends could uplift your spirits. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Your focus may be on hocus pocus in the week ahead. Hold onto your money if a spin doctor tries to sell you something. You may feel that someone is not being truthful or think someone is better than they are. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Focus on friendliness. Relationships will run smoothly if you use your best manners in the week to come. You may be surprised to receive help from the least expected sources, but might only hear what you want to hear. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You may be in collusion with your own delusion. Don’t make any crucial decisions or start a new enterprise until after the middle of the week. Use keen powers of observation to avoid making a monetary mistake. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You may be

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wolfgang puck’s kitchen Fall Into Apple Season:Welcome Autumn With My Recipe For Individual Apple Pies By Wolfgang Puck We’re just days away from the beginning of autumn on the calendar. (Even though the warm days of Indian summer that arrive with it and often stay through October can sometimes make us feel like the season hasn’t changed yet.) Still, I don’t usually rely on the calendar or the weather to tell me what season it is. One stroll through the farmers’ market, and I know that fall is here. Apples are beginning to fill the stalls. And that means my chefs and I start thinking about all the many delicious ways we’re going to use the signature fruit of the season. I like to feature apples in every course of the meal. They’re delicious in salads, whether shredded with cabbage in a slaw or cut into bite-sized pieces and tossed with spinach and crumbled blue cheese. I also like to saute apples as an enhancement to other savory dishes, using them to garnish butternut squash soup, for example, or serving them alongside pork chops. Of course, I can never resist using apples in desserts. I love baked apples, and I also include the fruit in all kinds of cobblers, crisps, cakes and bread puddings. My favorite recipe of all, however, is apple pie. To me, that dessert captures the very essence of autumn apples: sweet and tart, crisp and tender, earthy and deliciously perfumed. My chefs and I will be making all sorts of pies over the next three months, culminating with my traditional Christmas apple pies abounding in dried fruits and sweet spices. At the start of the season, however, I like something simpler; a recipe that captures the essence of the fruit at its finest. My individual apple pies, as we served them for many years at my flagship Spago restaurant in Beverly Hills. As you’ll see from the recipe, the apples themselves are definitely the stars here, highlighted in the filling only by butter, caramelized sugar, and the smallest splash (just 1/2 tablespoon per serving) of Calvados or cognac. (If you can’t resist, you could also add a touch of ground cinnamon.) For the crust that lines individual tartlet tins or flan rings (which you can find in any wellstocked kitchenware shop), I use my easy sugar dough recipe, a version of a classic pie crust. But, to top each pie, I prefer lighter, flakier puff pastry, easily found in the freezer case of supermarkets, which lets the flavor and texture of the apples beneath really shine. SPAGO’S INDIVIDUAL APPLE PIES Makes 8 single-serving pies Sugar dough (recipe follows) 8 small cooking apples, such as Pippin, Granny Smith or Golden Delicious 6 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/2 cup (125 mL) granulated sugar 4 tablespoons Calvados or cognac 1/2 pound (250 g) store-bought frozen puff pastry, thawed following package instructions 1 cage-free egg beaten lightly with 1 tablespoon water, for egg wash Vanilla ice cream, for serving

Prepare the sugar dough. Divide it into 2 equal pieces and, on a lightly floured surface, use a rolling pin to roll each piece into an 11-inch (27.5-cm) square. Place on a parchment paper-lined tray and refrigerate for 20 minutes. On 1 or 2 baking sheets, place 8 individual tartlet tins or flan rings measuring 4 inches (10 cm) in diameter by 1/2 inch (12 mm) high. Using a 5-inch (12.5-cm) diameter plate as a guide, cut out 8 circles of the dough and fit them into the tins or rings, trimming away any excess dough. Place the baking sheets in the refrigerator to chill the pastry. Core and peel the apples, and cut into slices 1/4inch (6-mm) thick. In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt 4 tablespoons of the butter. Add the apples and sprinkle with the sugar. Cook, stirring frequently, until the sugar caramelizes slightly but the apples remain slightly crisp, 2 to 3 minutes. Very carefully pour the Calvados or cognac over the apples, and let the alcohol cook off for a few seconds. Remove from the heat and set aside. Preheat the oven to 350 F (175 C). On a lightly floured surface, use a rolling pin to roll out the puff pastry to a 1/8-inch (3-mm) thickness. With a 4-inch (10-cm) cookie cutter, cut out 8 circles, gathering and rerolling the scraps if necessary. With the tip of a small, sharp knife, score a design in the centers of the puff pastry circles, taking care not to cut all the way through. Refrigerate until needed. Divide the cooled cooked apples among the tart shells. Divide the remaining butter among the centers of the tarts. Top with puff pastry circles, leaving the sides unsealed. Brush the top of each pie with a bit of egg wash before putting the pies in the oven. Bake in the preheated oven until the pastry is golden brown, 40 to 45 minutes. Remove from the oven and leave at room temperature for about 10 minutes before serving. With a spatula, transfer each pie to an individual serving plate. Remove the tins or rings, if necessary using the tip of a small, sharp knife to separate the pastry. Place a scoop of ice cream on the side. Serve immediately. SUGAR DOUGH Makes about 1 1/2 pounds (750 g) 2 1/3 cups (585 mL) cake flour or pastry flour 1/3 cup (85 mL) granulated sugar 1/2 pound (250 g) unsalted butter, chilled and cut into small pieces 2 large cage-free egg yolks 1 or 2 tablespoons heavy cream In a food processor fitted with the stainless-steel blade, combine the flour and sugar. Add the butter and process until the mixture resembles fine meal. In a small bowl, whisk together the yolks and 1 tablespoon of the cream. Scrape into the machine and process until a ball begins to form, adding the additional cream if necessary to help the dough come together. Remove the dough from the processor bowl, handling the blade carefully, and transfer to a lightly floured surface. With clean hands, press the dough down into a circle. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before use.

(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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