2017-12-16 - The Toms River Times

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Time Capsule Opened, New One Buried

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER - A time capsule of life in 2017 was buried, and another one from 1992 was unearthed, in a tradition that looks back through the history of town.

In a ceremony hosted by the town’s public information officer, Stacy Proebstle, the artifacts from 1992 and 2017 were laid out for all to see.

Old papers in the 1992 capsule held up remarkably well. Old photographs curled when taken out. Yearbooks and ledgers from the time ran off lists of names and

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Wolfgang Puck Change Of Pace: Vibrant Beets Brighten Up A Traditional Hanukkah Dish

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–Photos by Chris Lundy Some of the artifacts from the 1992 time capsule.

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The media changed as well. The capsule from 1992 had cassettes and VHS tapes. The capsule for 2017 (Capsule - See Page 8)

Overdose Decrease Possible

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER - The sheriff and prosecutor gave the Ocean County Mayors Association an update on the opioid epidemic, and said that some progress has been made this year.

It’s possible, given the number of overdoses so far this year, that Ocean County might see a decrease of about 25 percent from last year, Prosecutor Joseph Coronato said. There were 209 for all of 2016. This would be the first decrease in years.

Although many people think of the problem as mostly heroin, that (Overdose - See Page 4)

–Photo by Chris Lundy Sheriff Michael Mastronardy and Prosecutor Joseph Coronato speak to the Ocean County Mayors Association in Toms River.

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Manchester Officer, Skating Staff, Honored For Lifesaving

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER - A Manchester officer and township employees were honored recently for saving a hockey player’s life at Winding R iver Skating Center.

A h o cke y g a m e w a s underway when a 45-yearold resident suf fered a cardiac event, Toms River Mayor Thomas Kelaher s a id . Pa t r ol m a n Br i a n Volk, who was off duty and attending the event, spr a ng i nto act ion a nd the staff brought defibrillators.

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–Photo by Chris Lundy After the tree was lit, families made their way over to get pictures taken in front of it.

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – The large tree on the corner of Hooper Avenue and Washington Street was again the center of attention at the annual county Christmas tree lighting.

The program paperwork, which wished everyone a Merry (Tree - See Page 5)

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Overdose: Continued From Page 1 does not paint a complete picture, he said.

Fentanyl, another opioid, has been showing up in the toxicology of overdose victims more and more. In 2014, it was present in 10 percent of overdoses. This year so far, it’s been present in 65 percent.

The drug problem spreads out into other charges, he said. The cost of feeding a drug

habit causes people to attempt lots of other crimes.

But a lot of the addiction doesn’t start with heroin or fentanyl. It starts with prescription painkillers.

Sheriff Michael Mastronardy said 70 percent of people in the county’s drug court were originally addicted to painkillers. The Ocean County Drug Court is an intensive probation program offered to some nonviolent offenders, geared toward keeping people

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from going back to old habits.

The three main focuses for police combating the opioid epidemic is education, enforcement, and treatment, Coronato said.

Officers are embedded in the school system, he said. They meet with superintendents and speak to parents at back-to-school nights.

There is a free app for mobile devices that kids can use to reach out to the police without any penalties. The information for the app is on a sticker inside lockers. Unfortunately,

the police have had to address addiction at a surprisingly early age. The schools have a schedule to be searched with drug recognition dogs.

“We’re not looking to put kids in jail,” he said. “We want to educate the kids and the parents.”

On the enforcement side, police are still putting dealers in jail, but also going a step forward. They are holding them accountable if someone overdoses on drugs they sold, he said.

When a dealer is sentenced, they forfeit belongings, such as a car, which the county can then sell. This money is used to supply the area with Narcan, the chemical spray that can reverse an overdose. It also funds other drug programs.

Treatment is the third branch of addressing the drug problem. Saving a life might only be temporary unless you follow up with the patient. After someone is revived with Narcan, they are then approached by a recovery coach while still in the hospital, he said. This is a window of opportunity, after someone’s life was almost lost, to encourage them to seek treatment for their addiction.

However, the police didn’t want to wait until someone almost died before they got help. So, the Blue Hart (Heroin Addiction Recovery Treatment) program was created to give people the option of seeking out treatment on their own. All they have to do is come into a participating police department on a given day and they can turn in their drugs without facing any charges.

A bed in a treatment center will be found for them. Currently, Brick, Manchester, Stafford, Ocean Gate, and Lacey are participating.

“There have been 275 people who have walked into a police station and said ‘I need help,” he said.

GTRCC Foundation Scholarship Application Now Open TOMS RIVER – Greater Toms River Cha mber of Com merce Fou nd at ion is now accepting applications for its annual scholarship, which will be presented June 11 at the Annual Nine + Dine Scholarship Event.

The scholarship is open to members of G reater Toms R iver Chamber of Commerce, their employees and the children of either, as well as students and residents of the defined geographical location of the Greater Toms River A rea. Ex: Toms R iver, Manchester, Beachwood, Pine Beach, etc. Sending school and home-sending district need to be within the Greater Toms River area.

To apply for the GTRCC Foundation Scholarship and for additional informat ion about t he fou nd at ion , v isit gtrccfoundation.org.

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Lifesaving: Continued From Page 1 “It was a pretty chaotic environment.

People were skating around us,” Volk told the crowd at the council meeting.

“The staff scrambled to get everything. It was 13 minutes from the time he dropped to the ground to the time we had him out of the building on a gurney, breathing,” he said.

Volk and the employees at Winding River were honored for their lifesaving efforts. Assistant rink manager Eddie Casler, and employees Andrew Gargaloni and Wayne Jackson were present.

Other employees Ana Morea and Paulie Pisano did not attend.

“Nothing says ‘home for the holidays’ than a 45-year-old father of two saved by a fellow player,” Manchester Police Chief Lisa Parker said.

It was fortuitous planning that there was a defibrillator on site and that there was an officer there trained on using it.

“An angel was watching over this man,” she said.

Tree: Continued From Page 1 Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, and Joyous Kwanzaa, declared that the tree was a 41-foot tall Colorado spruce with 2,000 energy efficient LED bulbs.

The tree was lit by two children pressing a large button. They were the grandchildren of Freeholder John Bartlett, who shared that their diverse family is symbolic of people gathering together at Christmas. The children have grandparents who are Muslim, Jewish, Roman Catholic and Protestant.

“It’s a season for all people,” he said.

The Silver Bay Elementary School chorus wore elf hats and sang “We Wish You A Merry Christmas” and several other classics.

After the ceremony, the crowd entered the Administration Building for cookies prepared by the Ocean County Vocational Technical School students and apple cider donated by Mana Cafe.

Hospice Volunteers Needed

OCEAN COUNTY– 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 office work available that can make you feel like part of the team. There are training classes provided before you get started.

By joining this team you will surely be making a difference. For more information, please call Kathleen O’Connell at 732-608-3965 or email kathleen.oconnell@cchnet.net. Visit the website to learn more at cchnet.net. One thing is for sure – you will get back so much more than you give.

–Photo by Chris Lundy Toms River Police Chief Mitch Little, at microphone, speaks about the lifesaving of Manchester Patrolman Brian Volk. Also pictured with the governing body are Winding River employees Eddie Casler (assistant rink manager), Andrew Gargaloni and Wayne Jackson.

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Red Cross Blood Drives Coming to Ocean County Library TOMS RIVER – Four branches of the Ocean County Library will host Red Cross blood drives during the month of December.

The Point Pleasant Boro Branch drive will take place 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 16, 834 Beaver Dam Road.

The Jackson Branch drive will be 2 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 27, 2 Jackson Drive. Donors will receive a voucher from the Jackson Friends of the Library

for f ive free items from the Friends book sale shelves.

The Little Egg Harbor Branch drive w i l l t a ke pl a c e 10 a . m . t o 7 p. m .

Wednesday, Jan. 31, 290 Mathistown Road. Call the branch at 609-294-1197

to make an appointment.

The Barnegat Branch drive will be 2 to 7 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 1, 112 Burr Street.

Donors must be at least 17 years of age or 16 years with a parent/guardian’s permission. Walk-ins are welcome but appointments are preferred. Visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-733-2767 to make an appointment.

JCP&L Warns Customers Of Scam

By Jennifer Peacock NEW JERSEY – Jersey Central Power & Light is warning its customers of yet another scam making its way through communities.

Customers may receive phone calls from someone posing as an electric company employee, threatening to shut off power unless an immediate payment is made using a prepaid debit card such as a Green Dot card.

JCP&L wants it customers to know that while it may call to remind customers that a payment is past due, an explanation of how payments may be made will be offered. No JCP&L representative will demand payment using a prepaid debit card.

Customers who receive such calls should contact JCP&L at 800-662-3115.

For more information, visit firstenergycorp.com/paymentoptions.

New Neighborhood Watch Group Forms TOMS RIVER – The police department has partnered with the Greenbriar Woodlands Community to form a neighborhood watch group.

The residents will take an active role in their ow n com munit y. They will participate in crime prevention, safety issues relating to elderly residents, and fraud crimes against seniors. They will be the eyes and ears of the police department when police are not around.

Maria Cassidy, the community’s business manager, received the new neighborhood watch signage to be installed on the community’s streets.

John Picurro, the residents’ police liaison, said the new sign will be placed at the entrance gate.

For more information on the neighborhood watch programs in Toms River, call headquarters at 732-349-0150 or visit trpolice.org.

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There was a reason that the capsule was buried this year. In 1767, Dover Township became its own municipality. This year is the 250th anniversary of that. In 1992, they were celebrating the town’s 225th anniversary. Dover Township officially changed its name to Toms River in 2006.

So, the documents in the 1992 capsule were still all about Dover Township.

J. Mark Mutter, the recently retired township clerk and a township historian, said that the date of the ceremony was special as well. On Dec. 8, 1964, residents here and in Beachwood, Pine Beach, and South Toms River, voted to form the regional school district that exists today.

The population grew in those 25 years, from 76,000 to 91,000, he said.

“It’s a happy time. It’s a sad time. Many of our friends who were with us in 1992 are no longer with us,” he said. He asked the students to imagine how young their parents were in 1992. Twenty-five years seems like a long time to children, but

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passes quickly for an adult.

“Life is short. We grow up. Let us do good. In this big world of ours, always think of Toms River,” he said. “There’s no place like home. Happy birthday, Toms River.”

Students from Cedar Grove Elementary School sang a song about how Toms River is the “land of history,” and listed off some of the great things about growing up here. A copy of the song was included in the capsule.

There were 75 items placed in the new capsule. The children took turns placing them in. There were so many items, that they actually needed two capsules. Then, they buried them in the courtyard area by town hall and the library.

Many of the items included in the future capsule revolved around the town’s 250th anniversary, including a copy of the town charter that was signed by residents at the festivals throughout the year. There was also Superstorm Sandy memorabilia and recent newspapers.

As for the rest of the items...maybe it would be better to let them be a surprise when they’re opened in 25 years.

Berkeley Lady Seniors News

BERKELEY – The Berkeley Lady Seniors are going to the Golden Nugget Casino on Nov. 30.

The cost is $23, which includes $25 back and a $5 food coupon.

The bus will leave the Berkeley Recreation Center on Route. 9 at 9 a.m.

For reservations, call Ann at 732-240-2389.

On Dec. 13 at 2 p.m. the group is going to the Surflight Theater in Beach Haven for the Home for the Holiday show. Tickets are $30. Call for

reservations to Ann or Marge at 239-272-6857.

The Spring getaway is to Villa Roma in the Catskill Mountains in New York. The group will leave Pine Beach on May 7 and return May 11.

All meals, hotel rooms, daytime activities and nighttime shows plus transportation are included.

Double occupancy is $580 per person. A $100 deposit is due at signing.

For more information and reservations call Marge at 239-272-6857 or Ann at 732-240-2389.

Animal Shelter Volunteers Needed

TOMS RIVER – Are you interested in donating some of your free time? The Toms River Animal Shelter is in need of volunteers. You must be 18 years or older, experienced with dogs or cats, be able to

pitch in and help clean, and be willing to train basic commands to the dogs. This would be on a weekly basis and the animals would depend on you. Please stop in at 235 Oak Ave. and grab a volunteer application.

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

Assembly Advances Two Bills to Protect Bees from Pesticides

TRENTON – The Assembly Agriculture Committee advanced two bills on Dec. 4 that aim to protect the state’s bee population from pesticides. The bills were sponsored by Assemblymen Ron Dancer and Parker Space and advanced by a five

to zero vote.

The fi rst bill requires anyone applying pesticides within three miles of a registered honey or beehive must notify the beekeepers ahead of time. The second bill requires anyone applying pesticides to also

complete a training course on the effects of pesticides on pollinating bees.

In order to be notified, beekeepers need to register with the DEP by Mar. 1 every year.

“Pesticides kill bees either through direct contact or, even more deadly, when a bee

carries it back to the colony, contaminating the pollen or nectar,” said Assemblyman Space. “Both scenarios are unacceptable and preventable. Proper training and awareness will ensure these vital pollinators are protected.”

Congressman MacArthur Invites Governor-Elect Murphy To A Discussion On Tax Policy

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Tom MacArthur sent a letter to Governor-Elect Phil Murphy inviting him to a substantive discussion on tax policy, after the Governor-Elect questioned the Congressman’s efforts to provide tax relief for New Jerseyans.

The full text of the letter is below: Dear Governor-Elect Murphy, The day after you were elected, I was pleased to talk with you and agree to work together to improve the lives of New Jerseyans, while refraining from taking cheap political shots at each other. I thought we had a good conversation and remain hopeful we

can have a productive working relationship.

I was therefore, very disappointed by press reports that during your very first sit-down TV interview this past weekend, you chose to go after me over my sincere efforts to provide real tax relief for my constituents.

While you have promised to raise taxes on New Jerseyans by $1.3 billion dollars, the bill I voted for will cut taxes for the vast majority of families and businesses in our state. This bill includes a number of provisions that will benefit our residents including: Increasing the child tax credit from $1,000 per child to at least $1,600

Creating a tax credit for those caring for non-child dependents Doubling the standard deduction to $24,000 for a family Preserving a property tax deduction that will benefit all N.J. homeowners Moving from a high-rate system with lots of loopholes that usually just benefit the wealthy, to a simpler, fairer system that lowers rates and closes loopholes Furthermore, I understand that state legislative leaders in New Jersey are already reconsidering their plans to raise taxes, which would be a welcome new direction for Trenton.

I have never shied away from a serious policy discussion and recently held a five hour town hall meeting in Willingboro, a town in which I only received 12% of the vote in the last election. In that same spirit of an open and honest dialogue, I’d like to invite you to my home county for a substantive discussion on tax policy. Let’s put the talking points aside and have a conversation about your plan to raise taxes in N.J. and my efforts for real tax reform in Washington D.C. Our mutual constituents deserve nothing less.

You have my cell phone number and should feel free to call me to discuss.

Legislation Passed to Extend Deadline for Property Tax Reimbursement

TRENTON – New Jersey taxpayers with income tax filing extensions will no longer miss out on the chance to apply for the state Homestead Property Tax Reimbursement under legislation sponsored by Assemblyman Declan O’Scanlon. The bill passed the Assembly State

and Local Government Committee today, with a 5-0 vote.

“The homestead reimbursement program exists to provide property tax relief to eligible homeowners,” said O’Scanlon. “New Jersey has the highest property taxes in the nation.

It’s not acceptable to disqualify homeowners simply because they have health or personal complications that will require more time to complete tax returns.”

The income tax filing is a necessary component for state property tax relief. To qualify for the

program, known as the Senior Freeze, homeowners must have a total income below $70,000.

O’Scanlon’s bill extends the deadline for applying for the homestead reimbursement to 60 days after a taxpayer’s income tax filing deadline has been extended.

Holidays Are The Perfect Time To “Buy In Ocean County” OCEAN COUNTY – In the upcoming days and weeks, downtown business districts and shopping areas – small and large – throughout Ocean County will come alive with the spirit of the holiday season.

“No matter what is on your wish list this year, the place to find that holiday treasure is right here in Ocean Count y,” said Ocea n Cou nt y Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari, who serves as liaison to Business Development.

“From the latest electronic gadgets to unique crafts and household items, our local shops offer everything a holiday shopper could ever want.”

Vicari has led the “Buy in Ocean Cou nt y” effor t for many years emphasizing the many benefits of buying locally.

“This year I want to encourage everyone to buy locally,” Vicari said. “Our downtowns and business areas have so much to offer. I am asking you to patronize local businesses including our small ‘mom and pop’ stores. These

stores of fe r a host of it em s, ma ny u n ique, along w it h g reat cu stomer service.

“So many of them support our community organizations,” he said. “This is the perfect time to remember them as you set out to do your holiday shopping.”

While malls, such as the Ocean County Mall, Toms River and the Jackson O utlets, Jackson Tow nsh ip, remai n premier destinations for holiday shoppers, Vicari said the county’s many local downtowns offer unique shops and boutiques.

“From Point Pleasant Beach to Tuckerton, across the County, downtowns offer some of the best choices for holiday shopping,” Vicari said. “Many of these stores are owned by long-time residents that continue to be a staple in our communities. Make a day out of it – shop, have lunch and just enjoy the area. There is plenty to see and do in all of our municipalities. The towns are all festively decorated for the holidays.

Shopping is fun and easy when you

shop locally.”

Vicari said many towns have added special holiday features like carriage r ides, t rolley ser v ice a nd sea sonal d iscou nt s to en ha nce t he shoppi ng experience.

Buying in Ocean County also offers additional protection for consumers.

Each year the Ocean County Department of Consu mer Affairs receives complaints about orders not filled or other concer ns residents have when dealing with out-of-state mail order companies. If you need consumer help, the Ocean County Department of Consumer Affairs is located at 1027 Hooper Ave., Building 2, Toms River or can be reached by calling 732-929-2105.

“We see the same problems year after year,” said Vicari, who is chair man of the Consumer Affairs Department.

“Merchandise is not received in time for the holidays, there are problems with backorders and some received items barely resembling their catalog photos and descriptions.”

To make matters worse, it is often difficult to pursue a consumer affairs case against an out-of-state company that does not fall under the jurisdiction of New Jersey’s consumer fraud laws.

“When you buy local, you are protected against fraud,” Vicari said. “Our county and state agencies have more authority when dealing with a local business complaint.”

It’s also easier to return an item purchased locally.

“You can drive down the street and visit the store rather than pack and ship a package across country,” he said.

If you’re having trouble finding the perfect gift, Vicari suggested purchasing a gift card from a small business in Ocean County.

“What better present to give than a gift card for a great meal at one of our many local restaurants,” he said. “Or how about a gift certificate for a haircut or a home cleaning service? Our Ocean County small businesses truly offer something for everyone.”

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY E DITORIAL Toms River’s Big Cast I attended a recent event where a 25-year-old time capsule was opened, and another one buried. I was happy to see The Toms River Times included in the new capsule. Also, a funny thing happened.

No, I’m not talking about the fact that they couldn’t find the old time capsule, and had to dig a bit to get it (although that is pretty funny). I’m talking about how whenever I go to an event in Toms River, I never know who I’ll run into.

Sometimes, it’s people I only know from work, and sometimes, it’s people I know through friends and

family. This time, it was a fellow graduate from High School East, who now teaches in the district, and a fellow Girl Scout parent, who was also supporting her students. I live in Beachwood now, and I’ll run into my Beachwood neighbors at events in Toms River, too.

To compare it to a line in the book High Fidelity, it was like the last scene in a movie, where all the characters show up.

It says something about a town to have a cast of characters that are so involved their community.

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First and foremost, town cou ncil meetings. Let

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

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

Make yourself heard.

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Letters To The Editor MacArthur’s “Tax Forum” Was A Farce I had the displeasure of attending another “farce” of a meeting Nov. 13 when Rep. Tom MacArthur held a supposed “tax forum” with Treasury Secretary Mnuchin and Presidential Advisor, Ivanka Trump and, of all people, Chris Christie doing the introductions. This was an “invite only” event held at the Bayville Fire Hall and the invitees were only Republicans (no Democrats need attend).

I managed to get in and listened intently to the “dog and pony” show MacArthur was trying to moderate. I can’t tell you how disingenuous all they had to say suited their purposes of misleading the public. They each gave brief opening statements and then MacArthur said he himself had a few questions and then he had some written questions from the audience. When he said that, I proceeded to raise my hand. Needless to say, these questions had predetermined and canned answers indicating that this tax bill would have most people getting tax cuts, when in fact these supposed tax cuts will result in tax increases for almost half of the middle-class families in New Jersey. I also want to point out that the written questions from the audience were one from someone in North Beach (a town not even in MacArthur’s district).

MacArthur then proceeded to ask Mnuchin and Trump to make a closing statement. A “tax forum” would presume to have some discourse, of which there was none. What a scam!

I then raised my hand and

Letters To The Editor began to say (in a voice in cards, souvenirs, resources, his tragic death, JFK’s spirit which they could hear me), “I have a question. I have a question…” and I repeated that several times with no attempt on their part to call on me. I then indicated that this meeting was a disgrace and a scam – having a secret meeting and not meeting the needs of MacArthur’s constituents. They then closed down the meeting. The press then wanted some comments from me, and there were a number of people at the meeting surrounding me asking “How did you get in? How did you get in?” Doesn’t that disgust you?

All they cared about was how a “Democrat” got into a meeting with our congressman.

This is a sad commentary on free speech and transparency.

This letter is just documenting what happened to me at the meeting. I really would like to continue with another letter dealing with all the inadequacies of this tax bill and how it represents a boon to the wealthiest among us (the one percent). We do need tax reform, but it really needs to serve we the people – the 99 percent as well.

Marianne P. Clemente Chair, Barnegat Democratic Municipal Committee Barnegat

This Land Is Your Land, This Land Is My Land The fourth-grade at Aviston Elementary, located in Southern Illinois, is learning about the United States and the different environments, climates, resources, and highlights found in each region.

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Thankful For Those Who Help Others As Director of the Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders, I was very proud that so many of our residents came together to prepare and deliver thousands of Thanksgiving meals to needy families in our communities.

Our Ocean County Vocational-Technical School students prepared more than 3,000 holiday meals for those less fortunate. Likewise, volunteers and staff at our Veterans Service Bureau distributed more than 300 meals to local veterans and their families.

Similar efforts were run by local high schools, faith-based organizations and other nonprofits.

While the holiday season is a time to celebrate and give thanks for all we have, it is also a time to mourn. This year marked the 54th anniversary of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy.

When I think of the willingness of our residents to help others, I cannot help but be reminded of President Kennedy’s call on Americans to rise up and help the poor and needy in their local communities. It was Kennedy who first inspired me to seek public office so I could give back to my town and my county.

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continues to be a beacon for generations of Americans. He is truly an eternal flame of hope and charity. Let us always continue the work that he began.

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Tax Plan Or Tax Scam I vehemently disagree with Rep. Tom MacArthur’s support of the biggest transfer of wealth in US history - from the middle class to millionaires and corporations.

The facts from objective Congressional economists prove that the Republicans’ tiny, temporary tax cut for ordinary Americans will be overshadowed by the 53% of 2018 tax breaks going to the richest 1% of people.

Regardless of how the House and Senate versions are reconciled, the Trump family alone will save over a billion dollars!

Why should we sacrifice for the super-rich?

To add insult to injury, the middle class will face soaring health insurance premiums, and 13 million will have no coverage at all. The Child Tax Credit will be taken away from 3 million kids. College students and graduates with loans will be crushed. The Republican budget necessitated by the tax “reform” plan cuts Medicaid by $1 trillion over ten years and Medicare by more than $400 million. There are gigantic cuts to education, nutrition, transportation and housing.

Some of MacArthur’s party members in Washington have admitted that the plan was designed to benefit their millionaire campaign donors. Some also admitted that Social Security will be cut next when the old “trickle down” scheme fails again and the national deficit surges.

I participated in a protest rally outside MacArthur’s Ocean County office. This was the public hearing on the tax plan that the House and Senate never allowed. The consensus here is that this plan is selfish, mean, outrageous, greedy and immoral. (You couldn’t print how we really feel!)

That’s why a backlash - a grassroots uprising - is beginning across the country. This groundswell of angry citizens will “remember next November” when perpetrators of this economic travesty will be thrown out of office. That includes you, Tom MacArthur.

Rich Wieland Toms River

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For those living in poverty, simply hav-

ing something to eat and a safe place to sleep are the top priorities in life. There is little money left for other necessities like clothes and shoes, diapers, soap, shampoo, toothpaste and other personal care items.

Although food kitchens and homeless shelters are doing all they can to feed and house those living in poverty, there are so many “non-basic necessities” they simply can’t provide. Your Grandmother’s Cupboard was started as a means of filling those needs. For more information visit ygcnj.org.

Grunin Center For The Arts Upcoming Events

TOMS RIVER – Join everyone at the Grunin Center for the Arts at Ocean County College for its upcoming performances and shows. On Dec. 13, Peter and Will Anderson will present George Gershwin’s “Porgy and Bess”. From 8-10 p.m., watch these identical twins perform Gershwin’s masterpiece with their accompanying sextet! On Dec. 15, come out to see the Westminster Concert Bell Choir at 7:30 p.m. The choir

is made up of undergraduate and graduate students from Westminster Choir College of Rider University. On Dec. 16, bring your kids for a Frozen Sing Along hosted

by Jeremy Grunin. Held at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., kids and families can sing along to the popular movie. Come dressed up as your favorite character and you can enter the Costume Parade for a prize! For more information call 732-255-0500.

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BRICK – Physicians and cancer survivors alike came together to rejoice in the gift of life on Dec. 6 at the Ocean Medical Center’s Cancer Care Center one year anniversary celebration. The “Give Thanks for the Gift of Life” celebration honored the anniversary of the new, high quality Cancer Care Center and all that it has done for its patients, while also honoring its cancer survivors.

At the event, cancer survivors shared their individual stories of trial and triumph over cancer, showing us that life is a gift and it should be cherished. The celebration brought together team members of the Cancer Care Center, physicians, and donors to honor the cancer survivors and listen to their stories.

“We are so honored and privileged to pay tribute to cancer survivors as we commemorate the One Year Anniversary of Ocean Medical Center’s state-of-the-art, comprehensive cancer center,” said Robert C. Garrett, FACHE, co-CEO of Hackensack Meridian Health.

The cancer survivors not only inspired the doctors and team members at the event, but they also provided words of strength and encouragement to new cancer patients that would be undergoing their own unique journey in the fight against their disease. The survivors wrote down words of inspiration on rocks to be handed down to the patients as a reminder of the strength and endurance it takes to battle cancer. “‘Give Thanks for the Gift of Life’ celebration is a moving tribute to the patients and families we serve, deepening our commitment to bring humanity back to health

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Patients come to know and rely on our team of experts to provide the guidance, treatment, and support necessary in their personal journey.”

The Ocean Medical Center’s Cancer Care Center is not only innovative in the new technologies and treatment methods used.

The Cancer Center is also making a huge effort to bring humanity back to healthcare.

This idea is what the “Give Thanks for the Gift of Life” celebration was all about; seeing treatment and cancer through the perspective of the survivors, putting health care professionals in a position to better understand what they go through.

“The new, innovative cancer center brings world-class cancer care for patients throughout Ocean and Monmouth counties, truly building hope for the residents across our communities,” said John K. Lloyd, FACHE, co-CEO of Hackensack Meridian Health. “Over the past five years, Ocean Medical Center continues to transform into a premier health and wellness destination, putting people at the center of everything we do, redefining the way we deliver care and enhancing the overall patient experience.”

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OCEAN COUNTY – If you’ve ever been on a mission to return gifts throughout the holiday season, you know what a nightmare it can sometimes be. Freeholder Director Joseph Vicari advises that all shoppers be proactive and aware during their holiday shopping this season to avoid return mayhem.

“To make after-holiday returns as painless as possible, always review a store’s return policy,” said Vicari.

All stores are required to disclose their refund policies. This is especially important during the season of gift-giving, where not every gift is the perfect one. Whether it is printed on your receipt, posted on the cash register, or a sign posted inside or at the entrance of a store, return policies must be made known to the public. As a part of these

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Shoppers must remember that items that are used or damaged can’t be returned. The process of returns running smoothly requires efforts from both the seller and the buyer.

Vicari noted that shopping locally might also make things easier for consumers in the event of a return.

“Buying local not only supports our many Mom & Pop businesses, but ensures that if you do have a problem, our Ocean County Department of Consumer Affairs can help,” Vicari said. “Our office may have more jurisdictions when dealing with a nearby business than it would with a mail-order company or website located out of state.”

Aside from returns, holiday shopping season can be fraught with scams. Be on the lookout for those pesky credit card “skimmers” that might be re-swiping your card on a handheld device to gain access to your money. Vicari noted that everyone should remain vigilant and actively check receipts and bank accounts for discrepancies.

“Unfortunately, the holiday season also sees an increase in scams,” Vicari said. “The good news is alert consumers can often stop a scam before it starts.”

Ocean County Personal Assistance Services Program OCEAN COUNTY – If you are an Ocean County resident between the ages of 18 and 70, who is permanently physically disabled, you may be eligible for the Personal Assistance Services Program (PASP). You must be able to direct and supervise your own services and be employed, attending school or volunteering a minimum of 20 hours per month. PASP services may include assistance with personal care, chore service, food preparation, errand service or other services based upon your assessed need. For additional information, contact The Ocean County Board of Social Services at 1-732-286-5982.

Master Gardeners Offering Community Programs

OCEAN COUNTY – The Rutgers Master Gardeners of Ocean County are offering Community Garden educational and network programs for Ocean County Community Gardens.

Get growing: Want more information on starting or maintaining a Community Garden in your neighborhood, school, adult community, hospital, assisted living facility or place of worship?

Get connected: Are you interested in networking with other community gardens in Ocean County?

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NEW YORK – Good news has come in the fight against Alzheimer’s! The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) awarded a grant for $5,000 to the Educational Initiative of the New Jersey Adult Day Care Association on Nov. 30. The Educational Initiative is meant to benefit adult medical day care. This grant will help the New Jersey Adult Day Care Association expand to help more people in the community.

“AFA strongly believes in helping grassroots organizations provide the hands-on programs and services that help individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and related illnesses continue to

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Jim Donnelly, the New Jersey Adult Day Care Association Board President, said that the funds from the grant will be used, “to help educate people about the benefits of adult medical daycare for people diagnosed with dementia.”

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Kean University Names Jessica Adams as Acting Associate Dean At Kean Ocean TOMS RIVER – Kean University has named Jessica Adams, Ph.D., as Acting Associate Dean for Kean Ocean, the innovative partnership between Kean University and Ocean County College (OCC) on the OCC campus.

In her new role, Adams will support faculty and work with the administration and faculty to identify programs to introduce at Kean Ocean.

She also will serve as a liaison between OCC and Kean to facilitate a seamless transition and solid advisement for OCC students to earn a Kean University degree.

“I am proud to help create opportunities for students to continue their education toward their baccalaureate and graduate degrees. I want to ensure that each graduating class is fully prepared to be the new generation of excellent professionals and leaders,” said Adams.

Adams joined Kean University as a faculty member for the Department of Physical Education, Recreation and Health in 2006, was named department Chair in 2013, and served as Executive Director of the School of Physical Education, Recreation and Health since Kean Ocean’s inception in 2014. She has worked at both the Kean Ocean and Kean Union campuses since 2006.

Stephen A. Kubow, Ph.D., Acting Associate Vice-President for Kean Ocean, sees Adams’ range of experience as an asset in her new role.

“Kean Ocean is helping to transform higher education in New Jersey and the nation,” said Kubow. “We need an innovative thinker who can work within this new and evolving

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Clients coming to tax sites are often focused on completing their taxes and getting back a refund.

For taxpayers receiving EITC refunds, this is the one time where they may be receiving a large sum of money and have an immediate opportunity to save a portion in a savings account for emergencies or other goals.

Volunteers will work at one or more of our community partner’s sites in Eatontown, Freehold, Long Branch, Union Beach, Toms River, and Lakewood to provide this valuable service.

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Tax preparers will help prepare basic tax returns for taxpayers at community locations throughout Monmouth and Ocean counties. Fulfill provides free IRS training certification, including the use of electronic software Intake/interview specialists will provide support for Tax Preparers & Quality Reviewers at VITA sites: Will greet & screen tax clients; Help complete/check Intake forms for completion and confirm that clients brought all required documents to have their returns completed. Prepare packages for virtual returns; Assemble completed returns and provide mailing information. This role is perfect for those with no interest in preparing tax returns but love socializing and talking to people.

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This group offers understanding and support for those who suffer from stress and tension,

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Caregiver Canines Brings Therapy Dogs to Homebound Seniors

By Kimberly Bosco

OCEAN COUNTY – Who doesn’t love the company of a sweet little canine companion? If you’re a dog-loving senior but don’t have the ability to look after a pet of your own, Caregiver Canines can bring you a temporary furry companion!

Caregiver Canines is a non-profit program offered in Ocean County by Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey. The program brings certified therapy dogs to visit seniors at their homes for a little play time.

This program is no charge and perfect for seniors, like Stella, who live at home

and are not able to get out much. Stella is visited once a week by a therapy dog named Christy from Caregiver Canines.

Stella and Christy spend some quality time together each week and Stella looks forward to the visits because it allows her to have the enjoyment of a pet without the difficulty of looking after her 24/7.

A Caregiver Canines coordinator can match you with a volunteer and a therapy dog for one-to-one visits in your home that last about one to two hours.

For more information, call the CVCJ office at 732-505-2273, or email info@ caregivervolunteers.org.

Ocean County Library Closed for the Holidays TOMS RIVER – All branches of the Ocean County Library will be closed Sunday, Dec. 24 and Monday, Dec. 25. They will reopen their normal business hours Tuesday, Dec. 26.

All branches will also be closed Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. All branches will reopen Tuesday, Jan. 2.

We encourage our customers to use the library’s online resources including databases, e-books, e-magazines, and online classes, which are available through theoceancountylibrary.org.

For more information, contact the Ocean County Library online or by telephone at 732-349-6200.

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Toms River High School South Choir Opens Up The Christmas Season

–Photo courtesy Toms River Regional School District TOMS RIVER – The Toms River South Choir recently participated in the Toms River Township 250th Anniversary Town Hall Christmas Tree Decorating event. After speeches by Toms River Mayor Thomas Kelaher and Superintendent of Schools David Healy, the choir sang a medley of holiday music including classics such as “Jingle

Bells”, “Frosty the Snowman”, “Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer”, and “Carol of the Bells”. This was followed by the Washington Street Elementary School Chorus and the decorating of the tree inside Town Hall by the Washington Street students. Refreshments were served and a special touch was added with a surprise “Visit from Santa.”

Donations Needed For Winter Months

OCEAN COUNTY – Ocean County Hunger Relief is collecting children’s clothes, coats, and shoes sizes infant to teen, book bags, and lunch boxes for needy children in Ocean County.

There is a desperate need because the organization almost never has these items.

Especially needed are baby items such as

diapers, wipes, shampoo, baby wash, etc.

The children receiving the donations are either very poor or homeless.

Donations may be dropped off at the Hunger Relief office on North Main Street in Toms River or by calling 732505-HELP or by visiting ochungerrelief. org.

Weekends At Cattus Island County Park

TOMS RIVER – Weekends at Cattus Island Park are free with no registration required. There is something for all ages every Saturday and Sunday.

Live Animal Talk, 11-11:30 a.m. Join a park naturalist as they dispel the myths and fears regarding reptiles. Guests will be able to see some live snakes and turtles up close. Learn about what makes these native species so special, and why they are such an important part of the ecosystem.

This program is sure to inspire all young nature lovers.

Turtle Feeding, 1:30-2 p.m. Anyone who is curious about the habits and habitats of turtles can join a park naturalist as they demonstrate the feeding and care of some

native reptiles.

Cattus Island Nature Walks, 2-3 p.m.

Be part of a 38-year Ocean County tradition. Join a park naturalist and follow in the footsteps of such legendary local environmentalists as A. Morton and Betty Cooper, Dorothy Hale and Pete McClain.

Be prepared to discover the fascinating and diverse wonders of the natural world.

Also available in December: Dec. 9-10, Along Applegate’s Creek; Dec. 16-17, Trees of Winter; Dec. 23-24, Cattus Family Holiday Traditions; and Dec. 30-31, Winter Animal Adaptations.

The park is located at 1170 Cattus Island Blvd.

For more information, call 732-270-6960.

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The benefits of certain foods are common knowledge: Grapefruit combats heart disease, carrots are good for your vision, and tea is an antioxidant powerhouse. But some surprising foods — lentils? really? — are good for your hearing.

The old adage “The best defense is a good offense” doesn’t just apply to games and sports — it’s true of your hearing health as well. Much benefit can be derived from good defensive strategies to protect your hearing, but why not take the offensive and use nutrition to ensure your ears are as healthy as they can be to begin with? Here we offer four surprising foods you might not realize can maintain your hearing health.

Fish We all know omega-3 fatty acids are the good fats, the ones that help fight heart disease, but results from a study in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition show just how far-reaching the benefits are. The 18-year study of more than 65,000 American women found that those who ate at least two servings of fish each week had a 20 percent lower risk of hearing loss. The authors credit the omega-3 fats, which maintain robust blood flow in the cochlea (inner ear), keeping your hearing in tip-top shape.

Pulses Pulses are the edible seeds of certain legumes.

Common types are chickpeas (aka garbanzo beans), lentils, dry peas, and beans. These superfoods are not only good sources of plantbased protein, fiber, and iron, they also contain ample amounts of folate, which has been shown to protect against hearing loss. There’s such a variety of pulses and so many ways to prepare them, you could eat them every day and not get bored!

Wild Mushrooms Wild-mushroom fans, rejoice! Wild mushrooms — think morels, oyster mushrooms, and chanterelles — are a rich source of vitamin D, a nutrient that has been linked to cochlear health through its role in calcium metabolism.

These mushrooms all have something called ergosterol that, when exposed to the sun’s ultraviolet radiation, is converted to vitamin D. You can also find commercial mushrooms with this same nutritional punch; just look for labels such as “UV treated” and “high in vitamin D.” Brown Rice What’s not to love about brown rice? It’s delicious, versatile — and high in magnesium! Deficiency in magnesium can kill hair cells, which are the sensors in your inner ear that capture sound vibration, turn them into signals, and transmit the signals to your brain.

Plus, an abundance of magnesium has been shown to actually guard against noise-induced hearing loss.

Please feel free to contact us to find out more about the link between nutrition and hearing health! Dr. Izzy and his Staff can be reached at 732-818-3610.

Fish: Curhan SG, et al. Fish and fatty acid consumption and the risk of hearing loss in women. American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. 2014;100(5):1371–1377. Pulses: Pulses. Health + Nutrition. http://pulses.org/ nap/health-nutrition/. Accessed Nov. 14, 2017.

Martínez-Vega R, et al. Folic acid deficiency induces premature hearing loss through mechanisms involving cochlear oxidative stress and impairment of homocysteine metabolism. FASEB Journal. 2015;29(2):418–432.

Mushrooms: Taneja MK, Taneja V. Role of vitamin D in prevention of deafness. Indian Journal of Otology. 2012;18(2):55–57. Keegan RJH, et al. Photobiology of vitamin D in mushrooms and its bioavailability in humans.

Dermatoendocrinology. 2013;5(1):165–176.

Rice: Coates L. The effects of magnesium supplementation on sensorineural hearing loss: A critical review of the literature. https://www. uwo.ca/fhs/csd/ebp/reviews/2009-10/Coates. pdf. Accessed Nov. 14, 2017. Ho WP. 8 Foods High in Magnesium. https://theconsciouslife. com/foods-high-in-magnesium.htm. Accessed Nov. 14, 2017.

Dr. Izzy and his staff are always available to answer most of your questions regarding your hearing health.

His offices are in Toms River, Whiting, and Manahawkin. He can be reached at 732-818-3610 or via Web site at gardenstatehearing.com. Expanded Whiting Hours!

Crisis Hotline Volunteers Needed OCEAN COUNTY – Crisis Hotline Volunteers needed for CONTACT of Ocean & Monmouth Counties’ training beginning Jan. 11 once a week for 12 weeks from 6:30-9:30 p.m.

Training will be held at The Chelsea in Brick. CONTACT is a 24-hour crisis intervention hotline that also provides

information and referral to community resources. All calls are free, confidential and anonymous.

Training is free.

Become a voice to those in distress and make a difference in the community.

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H ERE ’ S T O Y OUR H EALTH Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Grow A New Brain With Blueberries, Chewy Food And Super Mario

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

If you want to know how to grow a bunch of new brain cells, termed “neurons”, and keep them as healthy as possible, let me tell you one quick thing about neurogenesis.

Neurogenesis is the science of spurring the growth of neurons in your brain. Without neurogenesis, you’d be dead. In fact, we can grow as many new neurons as 700 a day.

Scientists have found that several things actually help spur on neurogenesis. The bigger challenge, however, is keeping your new neurons.

Neurogenesis is a dynamic process that reduces risk of Alzheimer’s, insomnia, anxiety, dementia and other cognitive problems.

Avoiding foods high in glutamate and MSG will help you, and so will eating a clean, fresh diet of foods filled with a lot of what I call “light foods”; meaning plant-based salads and veggies that contain light from the photosynthesis process. Contrast that with ‘dead’ foods.

Additionally, there are foods that are particularly adept at growing brand new neurons in our brains, while also activating protective pathways to nurture them and keep them thriving. It’s hard to believe, but it’s true. What we choose to eat impacts our mind to some degree. The most potent neuron-loving foods include: green tea, berries, citrus apples, dark chocolate (all due to the flavonoids), blueberries (due to the flavonoids and anthocyanin), red grapes (because the skin has resveratrol), and wildcaught salmon and other fatty fish due to the DHA fish oils.

Researchers have oddly found that eating chewier foods as opposed to soft, mushy foods are helpful to neuronal growth. As you eat a baked potato (instead of mashed potato), figure that one out! On the topic of food, we also have well-designed trials to show that intermittent fasting, caloric restriction, and exercise promote the growth of new brain cells for you. So keep that up too.

Everyone talks about enhancing BDNF (brain derived neurotrophic factor) as a method of growing new brain cells and while that is still important, there is some new research that suggests that the hormone that makes you feel hungry, called ghrelin, may be the thing that triggers the whole birth of new neurons in the first place.

On the topic of exercise, I definitely want you to go to Body Pump and Zumba, but you should also be exercising your brain too. By that, I mean engage in puzzles, math problems and spatial video games.

This brings me to my next idea for you.

How about playing Super Mario 3D? This particular video game (and also Super Mario 64) have been used in two important research studies on the brain, where it was proven that spatial video games increase brain activity in the hippocampal region and help you create new neurons. This gives us a whole new perspective when it comes to healing the brain and growing new healthy brain cells.

So, try a big bowl of blueberries, a long work out, and then crash on the couch for some fun video gaming, and just feel your mind ignite with newfound brainiac-ness.

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December Show At Novins Planetarium OCEA N COU N T Y – T he Novi ns Planetarium at Ocean County College has these holiday shows in December.

Dec. 16, & Dec. 23 at 12:30 p.m. – Let It Snow with Free Star Talk & Laser Song! This delightful show features a new variety of festive classics and i ncludes a st u n n i ng mult i-med ia f i n ale. T he sou ndt r a ck is v is u al ly en hanced with thematic animation, laser imagery, special effects, and alldome scenery. This show is a fun and entertaining experience for all ages, especially families. Playlist: Let It Snow, Run Rudolph Run, Frosty the Snowman, Santa Claus is Coming to Town, A Holly Jolly Christmas, Jingle Bell Rock, Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer, Jingle Bells, Winter Wonderland, It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas, We Wish You a Merry Christmas, and more.

Dec. 16, Dec. 23 at 2 p.m.; and Dec. 2, Dec. 9, Dec. 16, Dec. 23 at 8:30 p.m. – Laser Holidays. This laser concert features classic holiday favorites, modern hits, and unique renditions of timeless songs. A f u n exper ience for ever yone! Playlist: Sleigh Ride, Up On the Housetop, Winter Wonderland, Dec.k the Halls, Ji ngle Bell Rock, W hite Christmas, The Chipmunk Song, All I Want For Christmas Is My Two Front

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By Kimberly Bosco TRENTON – With Governor-elect Phil Murphy making his way into office soon, experts made an effort to steer his investments towards promoting clean water efforts in our communities. Experts put together a proposal for the governor-elect entitled Year One Clean Water Agenda. The proposal aims to set forth recommendations for ideas that the governor can hopefully put into action during his first year in office.

These experts are representatives from organizations such as the Association of Environmental Authorities of New Jersey, Ironbound Community Corporation, Natural Resources Defense Council, NY/NJ Baykeeper and New Jersey Future.

“Governor-elect Murphy has a historic opportunity to ensure all New Jerseyans have affordable access to clean, safe water and sewer service that protects human health and our environment,” said Larry Levine, senior attorney for Natural Resources Defense Council. “We are eager to work with his administration and other public and private-sector leaders to help bring the state’s aging water infrastructure into the 21st century.”

The recommendations in the proposal focus on the educational, financing, asset management and affordability aspects of clean water administration. The Year One Clean Water Agenda outlines specific actions that can be taken to prioritize the issue of clean water in our communities, including: launching a “Clean Water” awareness campaign, developing a partnership with local officials to ensure effective combined sewer overflow plans are developed and implemented, helping water utilities finance the modernization of their systems, updating stormwater regulations, removing lead from drinking water in homes and schools, promoting affordable water and sewer services, and enacting legislation to establish local and regional stormwater utilities.

“This Year One Clean Water Agenda spotlights critical things that the new governor can enact early in his first term to modernize New Jersey’s aging water systems,” said Chris Sturm, New Jersey Future’s managing director for policy and water. “Well-functioning water systems provide the foundation for healthy, just communities and the economic growth New Jersey needs.”

Ocean County Winter Weather Ready

By Kimberly Bosco OCEAN COUNTY – As we get deeper into the winter season, we inch closer and closer to those snow days that the kids have been waiting for since September. Officials in Ocean County want you to know that all of the road crews and necessary departments are more than ready to tackle that first snow fall of the season.

As many do, you may have a love/hate relationship with the snow. It is indeed beautiful, but it causes endless problems with roads, travel and accessibility. Ocean County officials said that they are prepared; equipped with 200 trucks and 175 employees ready to salt and clear the roads as fast as possible so you don’t have to hate the snow this year.

“Certainly it’s early in the season but we know the weather can be fickle,” said Freeholder Deputy Director Gerry P. Little, who serves as liaison to the Ocean County Road Department. “With drops in the temperature expected and some forecasters talking about a wintry mix this weekend, we want our citizens to know Ocean County is well prepared for winter weather – whenever it gets here and whatever form it comes in.”

Whatever “wintry mix” we are to be expecting, road crews have been readying salt spreaders,

attaching plows to trucks, and mixing the snow-clearing brine that help the county to clear our roads.

The brine mixture is used first to coat the road to prevent the snow from piling up massively.

However, it doesn’t work for rain that later transforms to snow. County Road Supervisor J. Thomas Curcio noted that brine is cost-effective and, when spread on the roads first, makes the plowing process much easier.

The first roads to be plowed will be the 500 series; roads like Hooper Avenue, Route 571, and Route 539. The County begins with main roads like these and then moves on to plow secondary roads and neighborhoods.

Ocean County Freeholder John P. Kelly, Director of Law and Public Safety, reminds all residents to take after the County and prepare themselves individually for the weather ahead.

“While we have had mild days, it’s never too soon to prepare for the approaching winter,” Kelly said. “From winterizing our cars to our homes, having safety kits, a fresh supply of batteries for flashlights and radios along with other essentials, being prepared makes a lot of sense and saves a lot of time and headaches when a storm does hit.”

Pipes & Drums of Barnegat Bay Looking For New Members

OCEAN COUNTY – Pipes & Drums of Barnegat Bay are looking for people interested in bagpiping and drumming. We welcome anyone with an interest to learn or listen. Practice is open to the public on Mondays at 7 p.m. at Christ Episco-

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As the previous article reviewing the land use application submission process, this article will review the required testimony, evidence and proofs that are required to present at the hearing.

At the public hearing the Applicant is required to make a detailed presentation to the Board and its professionals. That presentation depending on the complexities and relief requested may require plans, aerial photos, color renderings, any variety of reports calculations or studies, and/or architectural plans to be presented. These exhibits are prepared prior to the hearing usually by the expert who performed the study or drafted the plan.

They are placed on display board and many times smaller individual packets can be made to hand out to the Board for easier review.

These exhibits are marked by the Secretary for identification purposes on the record and moved into evidence.

It is required that any relief that the Applicant is requesting from the local design regulations or zoning ordinance, in the form of a design waiver or variance, requires expert testimony to be presented to the Board from a professional engineer, planner or architect.

Therefore, at the beginning of the hearing each of the Applicant’s experts are sworn in and must place their credentials on the record and ask the Board to accept their testimony as an expert.

Then the Applicant’s attorney and each expert go through a series of specific and detailed questions in order for the proper proofs to be placed on the record that will substantiate the granting of each relief requested.

These questions will vary from the current location, zone and use of the property to the benefits that the new proposed development will provide to the surrounding area. The

expert will also testify as to how the applica- Dina M. Vicari Esq. tion comports with the local zoning ordinances, zoning plan and master plan, or that any deviation from the same will provide a benefit that outweighs any potential detriment. The Board members, Board professionals and members of the public will also be afforded the opportunity to ask the Applicant’s experts questions.

The hearing is open to the public and interested individual shave the right to listen and even participate in the hearing. An interested party may speak either in favor or against the application. If that interested party has a strong objection to the application they too may retain legal counsel, and experts to provide testimony to the Board to contradict the testimony of the Applicant’s experts. After all the testimony is completed and all comments are placed on the record the Board closes the public portion and begins the deliberation process.

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Holiday Heights New Year’s Eve Celebration

TOMS RIVER – Holiday Heights Recreation will host a New Year’s Eve Celebration on Sunday, December 31 with entertainment

by Party Nite DJs and dinner served by Blue Collar Catering. Clubhouse Auditorium doors open at 6:30 p.m. and dinner is at 7 p.m. at 96 Prince Charles Drive. Dinner is a choice

of prime rib, crab meat stuffed flounder or chicken marsala. Tickets will be on sale Thursdays from November 2 to December 21 from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Cost is $49 per person. Checks only; no refunds. For ticket information, call Carolyn at 732-608-7674 or Zeny at 732-551-2178.

The Season Sparkles With A Holiday Show Fundraiser TOMS RIVER – Share the holidays with family and friends when Ocean County College’s Interpreter Training Program presents an American Sign Language Holiday Show Fundraiser 7 p.m. Dec. 16 at the Grunin Center, OCC Main Campus, College Drive.

This uplifting show will feature lots of fun songs, allowing everyone to hear and see the music of the holiday season. Come enjoy and watch American Sign Language in action.

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CLASSIFIEDS For Rent

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For Rent Brick River View - 3 Bedrooms, 2 baths, $1,500/month plus utilities. 1 1/2 month security.

Call 732-477-9498. (t/n)

Personal Assistant/Driver Howell/Hamilton, NJ - Personal Assistant/Driver wanted for disabled professional from Monday through Friday from approximately 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. (must be flexible with hours). The ideal candidate must be able to lift 100 lbs. and have reliable transportation. A good driving record is a must. Experience preferred. Salary set by the state of NJ. For more information, call 848-245-0962. (1)

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)

Furnished Home - To share in Holiday City. $630/month plus 1/2 all utilities. Private bedroom and bathroom. Female preferred.

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Real Estate Housing Wanted - Realtor Associate from Crossroads Realty is looking for a Baronet or Wheaton model in Leisure Village West, call Betty Sheridan – 732-300-7842.

(50) Homestead Run, Toms River 55+ Community - 2 BR, 1 Ba. Rent or purchase. Immediate occ u p a n c y. C a l l 7 3 2 - 3 7 0 - 2 3 0 0 . www.homesteadrun.com.

(50) Jackson - 2k sf warehouse on County Line Jackson/Lakewood border. HVAC, parking. Jay 609-548-1842 (50)

Items Wanted COSTUME/ESTATE JEWELRY Looking to buy costume/estate jewelry, old rosaries and religious medals, all watches and any type of sterling silver, bowls, flatware candlesticks or jewelry. Same day house calls and cash on the spot.

5 percent more with this AD. Call Peggy at 732-581-5225. (t/n) $$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ Jewelry and watches, costume jewelry, sterling silver, silverplate, medals, military items, antiques, musical instruments, pottery, fine art, photographs, paintings, statues, old coins, vintage toys and dolls, rugs, old pens and postcards, clocks, furniture, bric-a-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid.

Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius. 732-364-7580. (t/n) WE BUY USED CARS - Any condition, any make, any year. We also specialize in buying Classic Porshe, Mercedes and Jaguar running or not, DEAD OR ALIVE. 609-598-3622. (t/n) Entire Estates Bought - Bedroom/dining sets, dressers, cedar chests, wardrobes, secretaries, pre-1950 wooden furniture, older glassware, oriental rugs, paintings, bronzes, silver, bric-abrac. Call Jason at 609-970-4806. (t/n) U s e d G u n s Wa n t e d - A l l types: collectibles, military, etc.

Call 917-681-6809. (t/n) CASH, CASH, CASH! - Instant cash paid for junk cars, trucks, vans. Free removal of any metal items. Discount towing. Call Dano 732-239-3949. (t/n)

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. $1750 or B/O. 732-849-5028. (t/n)

Help Wanted Work At Home - Calling property managers. Need computer and laptop.

9:30 am to 12 or 1 - 4 pm. Salary and bonus. Call 908-489-3412.

(46) Counter Help Wanted - Part time hours. Manchester Dry Cleaners.

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Full Time CMA/CHHA - The Pines at Whiting is looking for experienced CMA/CHHA to work Full Time in our Clinic in our Independent Living area. Hours for the position are 2-10, Monday – Friday. Candidates must have BOTH an active CHHA and CMA License in the State of NJ Apply in Person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org (52) Registered Nurse – The Pines at Whiting is looking for two compassionate RN’s to provide care to residents in our skilled nursing/ rehab community. Minimum 1-2 years experience required as well as experience with EMR. One RN 7-3 (22.50 hours a week e/o), and one RN 3-11 (16 hours a week e/o w/e). For immediate consideration apply to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org (52) 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 $9.00/hr.

Apply in Person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org (52) 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 732363-5530 or email your resume to dtomsriver2nj2@goddardschools.com.

Sales/Marketing - Part time Jackson office. Hours 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. or 12 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Call 1-800-361-9881.

(46) 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!

7-3 CNA – Skilled Nursing Unit (( days per bi-weekly pay period). Weekend commitment positions on all 3-11/11-7.

Weekend program requires a commitment of 4 weekend shifts per month. Special weekend rates available for weekend commitment positions. Apply in Person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org (52)

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) 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 732-505-8000 today. (t/n) Bobs Waterproofing - Basement and crawlspace waterproofing. Mold testing, removal and prevention. Family owned. Fully licensed and insured.

Call Bob 732-616-5007. (t/n) Nor’easter Painting and Staining, LLC - Interior and exterior.

Decks, powerwashing. Affordable.

Senior discounts. References. No job too small. Fully insured. 732691-0123. Lic #13VH09460600. (6) Joan’s Dog Training - In home sessions, consultation, basic obedience, puppy training, behavior issues. Use games to train. Certified.

Insured. 908-759-1196.

(50) Painting - By neat, meticulous craftsman who will beat any written estimate. Interior/exterior. Free estimate. Fully insured. 732-5067787, 646-643-7678.

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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. (51)

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. (50)

Community Resource Center - Driver Wanted for Mental Health Agency in Brick. Monday – Friday 7 a.m. - 9 a.m.; 2:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. Candidate must have valid NJ Driver’s License with a clean driving record. Please call 732-255-9102, ext. 4.

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A Senior Home Companion/Caregiver Svc. - Insuring Peace of Mind for 20 plus years. A Private Contracting of each Caregiver. 24l7 and daily care schedules available. Please call or text 732-278-3770 for an evaluation of all your needs.

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Laundromat Attendant - For PT/ FT Good communication skills, math and min computer knowledge. Transportation needed. Long term commitment only. 732-286-1863.

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Treasurer/Bookkeeping Services For churches/non-profit/condos (when volunteers are hard to find).

Reasonable rates. 732-988-8563 or cnjtreasurer@aol.com.

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Services Don Carnevale Painting - Specializing interiors. Very neat.

Special senior discounts. Reasonable, affordable, insured. References. Low winter rates. License #13VH3846900. 732-899-4470 or 732-814-4851. Thank you.

(50) 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. (52)

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Griffin Landscaping - Trees and bushes trimmed or removed. Stone, brick, pavers, mulch and retaining walls. Painting (indoors and out). Powerwashing. 609-661-2008.

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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)

Need A Ride - Airports, cruise, A.C., doctors. Save $$$. Senior discounts.

Tom. Save ad. 551-427-0227.

(3) Attention - Home owners, bussinesses, contractors, realtors - CASH towards property damage. Don’t hesitate. Call or text Joe 201-852-4417. Free consultation.

Licensed/bonded NJ PA. Career oppertunities available.

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Car Service - 24/7. Doctors, shopping, airports, hospitals, cruise, shops, Atlantic City, family functions, NYC accomodations for large groups. Call for reasonable rates. Kerry 732-606-2725.

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Roofing Etc. - Roofing, siding, windows, gutters. Repairs and discounted new installations. Prompt service.

Insured. NJ license #13HV01888400.

Special spring discounts. Call Joe Wingate 551-804-7391.

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We Unclog All Drains - Including main sewer lines. Toilets repaired and replaced and more. Lic #13VH05930800.

732-678-7584, Tony.

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Wallpaper and Bordering - Hanging and removal of old. No job too big or small. Great references. Call Angela 609-891-8544.

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BUY DIRECT FLOORING DuPont stainmaster or commercial carpet from $11 yd. installed. RITZ luxury vinyl planking 3mm 20mil wear layer2.75ft. installed. Quality remnants 732-504-9286.

(1) 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)

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The Toms River Times, December 16, 2017, Page 29

Holiday Shows Every Weekend Throughout December At Novins Planetarium

TOMS RIVER – Enjoy a celestial experience at the Robert J. Novins Planetarium (Bldg #13) on the Ocean County College Main Campus. Enjoy a variety of laser, kids, and holiday shows. Visitors should park in Parking Lot #2 Tickets cost $10 for adults, $8 for Seniors/ OCC Alumni, and $7 for children 12 & under (unless otherwise noted). To purchase tickets, visit the Novins Planetarium webpage at ocean.edu or call 732-255-0343, Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., or Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Tickets are available at the door but advance purchase is recommended.

For recorded show information, call 732255-0342. For the latest news, events, show trailers, laser song playlists, and schedules, visit ocean.edu or visit us on Facebook.

Holiday Show Schedule Season of Light with Free Star Talk & Laser Song – Saturdays, Dec. 2,-23 at 7 p.m.

At this performance, kids ages seven and up can explore why humans are so fascinated with lighting up our lives during the holiday season. It’s an exploration of the astronomical meanings behind seasonal traditions, including the Star over Bethlehem. The show recounts the historical, religious, and cultural rituals practiced during the time of winter solstice including: Christian, Jewish, Celtic, Nordic, Roman, Irish, Mexican, and Hopi traditions.

Laser Holidays: Saturdays, Dec. 2-23 at 8:30 p.m. and Dec. 30 and Tuesday, Dec. 26 at 2 p.m.

This laser concert features classic holiday favorites, modern hits, and unique renditions of timeless songs.

Let It Snow with Free Star Talk & Laser Song: Saturdays, Dec. 2-30, Tuesday, Dec. 26 and Friday, Dec. 29 at 12:30 p.m.

This delightful show features a new variety of festive classics and includes a stunning multi-media finale. The soundtrack is visually enhanced with thematic animation, laser imagery, special effects, and all-dome scenery. This show is a fun and entertaining experience for all ages, especially families.

“Khrumka’s Adventures in the Winter Forest”: Saturdays, Dec. 2-30, Tuesday, Dec. 26, and Thursday, Dec. 28 at 11 a.m.

In this new movie, kids can witness little Khrumka and his friends on their way through the fairy tale winter forest to watch the Northern Lights; where they will witness the flight of an asteroid, and admire the constellations of the winter sky. From 11-11:30 a.m., children will create a fun craft that they can use as part of the show.

2nd Annual “Noon” Year’s Eve Party & Show: Sunday, Dec. 31 at 10:30 a.m.

Ring in the New Year at the stroke of noon for a celebration that won’t ruin bedtimes.

Wear your jammies and come early for games, giveaways, and crafts; all free with the purchase of a show ticket.

Kid’s Show Schedule The Stars from My Backyard: Live Star Talk for Kids (Ages 4-10): Wednesday, Dec. 27 at 12:30 p.m.

Learn about the sun, moon, weather, constellations, and planets visible in the current sky. Fun stories, songs, and a passing rainstorm help make this an exciting introduction for young children.

One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure (Ages 4 & up): Wednesday, Dec. 27 and Friday, Dec 29 at 11:30 a.m.

Explore the night sky with your favorite friends from Sesame Street. Follow along with Big Bird, Elmo, and their friend from China, Hu Hu Zhu, as they take you on a journey of discovery to learn about the Big Dipper, North Star, Sun, and Moon.

DinoStars! Live Star Talk (Ages 10 & under): Thursday, Dec. 28 at 12:30 p.m.

Learn about the skies above New Jersey and the “dinosaurs” constellations that can be seen! Will you be able to find your favorite dinosaur among the stars?

Secret of the Cardboard Rocket (Ages 5-12): Thursday, Dec. 28 at 2 p.m.

From the boiling surface of the sun to the icy rings of Saturn, children will be mesmerized by the incredible scenery as they discover the wonder of discovery. Embark on an outstanding adventure as two children spend a night touring the planets alongside their ship’s navigator, a plucky astronomy book.

Kaluoka’hina: The Enchanted Reef (Ages 4 & up): Friday, Dec. 29 at 2 p.m.

Kaluoka’hina is the enchanted reef whose magic protects it against humans finding it.

Colorful inhabitants have always lived in peace ... until a volcano erupts and the spell is broken! Now it’s up to the young sawfish, Jake, and his paranoid pal, Shorty, to restore the magic. Children will witness a one-ofkind underwater world that is jam-packed with adventure, danger, and riddles.

Laser Show Schedule Laser Beatles: Wednesday, Dec. 27 at 2 p.m.

The “Fab Four’s” best spanning six years and 11 albums becomes the background for dazzling laser-art and spectacular effects.

All ages will appreciate this fantasy tribute of music and light to The Beatles.

Laser Pink Floyd: Dark Side of the Moon: Saturday, Dec. 30 at 7 p.m.

This is a gripping and spellbinding musical journey – beautiful, haunting, powerful, and thought provoking with spectacular and mesmerizing laser art. Dark Side of the Moon offers a mixture of psychedelic, rock, and jazz sounds.

Laser Pink Floyd: The Wall: Saturday, Dec. 30 at 8:15 at 9:45 p.m.

Pink Floyd is always a crowd favorite and The Wall is considered to be one of the best classic rock albums of all time. It is a timeless classic, and one of Pink Floyd’s best, becoming the group’s second top seller behind Dark Side of the Moon.

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VISION LOSS INCREASES DEMENTIA RISK

While research has shown that hearing loss increases the risk of cognitive decline in old age, a recent study reveals that impaired vision may carry the same risk. According to data from two large studies involving older adults, those experiencing problems with distance vision were found to be two to three times more likely than those with strong vision to be cognitively impaired. Even the perception on the part of older adults that they had vision problems was found to be enough to prompt cognitive decline. This finding provides even more reason for older adults to schedule regular eye exams with ophthalmologists, who may be able to identify seniors who are at greater risk of developing cognitive problems and dementia.

Eye care experts recommend you have a complete eye exam every one to three years, depending on your age, risk factors, and physical condition. During a complete eye exam, your eye doctor will not only determine your prescription for eyeglasses or contact lenses, but will also check your eyes for common eye diseases, assess how your eyes work together as a team and evaluate your eyes as an indicator of your overall health. To schedule an exam, please call SUSSKIND & ALMALLAH EYE ASSOCIATES, P.A. at 732-349-5622.

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TOMS RIVER (732) 349-5622

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www.oceancountyeye.com P.S. According to the Wilmer Eye Institute, vision problems affect 1 in every 28 Americans over the age of 40.

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The Toms River Times, December 16, 2017, Page 31

E-Waste Now Accepted At Toms River Recycling Center

TOMS RIVER – Effective immediately, the Toms River Department of Public Works is now able to recycle electronic waste. This means that Township residents can drop off electronic waste at our facility, year-round, free of charge.

“Due to a sig nif icant increase in e-waste disposal fees, the Township stopped accepting recycled electronics on October 1, 2016. Residents had been required to bring them to the Ocean County recycling facility in Lakewood.

I am happy to report that we partnered with Reverse Logistics LLC, and are now able to provide this ser vice to all Toms River Township residents,” said Lou Amoruso, Director of Public Works.

Electronic items (see below) may be dropped off at the Toms River Recycling Convenience Center, located at 1672 Church Road, Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, call 732-255-1000, ext. 8108.

“Recycling electronics not only conserves natural resources, but protects the environment from harmful toxins and saves landfill space. We are extremely pleased to offer this added service to our residents at no cost,” said Council President Al Manforti.

E-Waste List: • TVs • Computer Monitors (all sizes and types) • Computer Towers • Laptops • Tablets

NJHMFA Board Approves Commitments For Supportive Housing Projects Financed In Part

By Sandy Recovery Funds TOMS RIVER – In effort to help increase the number of supportive housing opportunities in the state, the New Jersey Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency’s (NJHMFA) Board of Directors approved several financing commitments for new projects at its September 28 meeting, including two that will be financed in part by Superstorm Sandy recovery funds.

“Because of Sandy’s impact on housing that accommodates special needs populations, the Christie Administration has dedicated disaster recovery funds to the construction of quality, permanent supportive housing throughout the state to expand housing options for these groups,” said New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (DCA) Commissioner Charles A. Richman, who also serves as chairman of the NJHMFA board.

“Projects funded by the Sandy Special Needs

Housing Fund not only provide affordable housing opportunities, but also benefit the community by creating jobs, generating local and state taxes, and spurring local economic growth.”

The supportive housing projects include Garfield Supportive Housing in Toms River, which received $440,200 from the Sandy Special Needs Housing Fund for the construction of an 1,800-square-foot modular ranch-style home, which will have four bedrooms, two and 1/2 bathrooms, kitchen, living room, family room, dining room, office and laundry. The project, developed by Regan Development LLC, will provide permanent supportive housing for four individuals with disabilities.

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Toms River Township Fall 2017 Leaf Collection

TOMS RIVER – Toms River Township Public Works announced that the schedule for Fall 2017 Leaf Collection will be based on your recycling pick up day.

For example, if your recycling day is on a Monday, your leaf collection weeks start Oct. 30 and Nov. 27.

If your recycling day is on Tuesday, your leaf collection weeks start Oct. 30 and Dec. 4.

If your recycling day is on Wednesday, your leaf collection weeks start Nov. 6 and Dec. 11.

If your recycling day is on Thursday, your leaf collection weeks start Nov. 13 and Dec. 18.

By Monday at 6:30 a.m., have leaf bags to curbside. Only leaves in plastic bags

will be collected.

Sometimes we are ahead of schedule.

You should put your bagged leaves to the curb before your scheduled weeks begins, as we may come early. However, we will still come through your area once again during your scheduled collection weeks.

Leaves are not permitted in the landfill. If you miss the curbside collection, bagged or loose leaves must be brought to the Recycling Convenience Center (located on Church Road, east of North Bay Avenue). Hours are 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Saturday.

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Christ Episcopal Church Food Pantry

TOMS RIVER – Christ Episcopal Church has a food pantry that is open every Tuesday and Friday from 9:30 a.m. to noon.

Food pantry patrons must bring a form of ID when using the pantry.

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Learn About “American Women And Royal Marriages” With The OCHS TOMS RIVER – Join members and friends of the Ocean County Historical Society for a fun and informative afternoon learning about the “dollar princesses” of the Gilded Age, on Sunday, Jan. 28 at 2 p.m. Attend the program, entitled “American Women and Royal Marriages: New Jersey’s Real-Life ‘Lady Coras,’” that will teach you all about the era when wealthy American

heiresses married titled, but poor, European nobility.

Specialist Professor of Public History at Monmouth University, Melissa Ziobro, will present the program, informing us about hundreds of these marriages, including brides with roots in New Jersey.

Admission is free, but donations are accepted. Light refreshments will be served.

Bowling Tournament Organized By St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church TOMS RIVER – The all new Northeast Regional Collegiate Challenge, sponsored

by Solar Source in Brick and Playdrome Lanes of Toms River, will be held on January 20, 2018 at Playdrome Lanes.

This year’s event, sanctioned by the USBC – Collegiate Division, will feature one squad, a 7-game team block starting at 9 a.m., with registration and check in at 8 a.m. An awards ceremony will follow immediately after Game 7. As Chief Sponsor, Solar Source will donate $1,000 and Playdrome will donate $500 in scholarship money for the collegiate bowlers. The first place team will receive $1,000 scholarship money and the second place team will take home $500 in scholarship money.

Additionally, the tournament will feature

team trophies for first and second place, as well as individual first and second place high game and high series medals. All competing teams can earn team rankings for collegiate competition, as well as points recognition. The entry fee is $150 per team, and collegiate bowlers can practice during tournament week at Playdrome Lanes for just $2.50 per game anytime.

We invite all collegiate bowling teams across the country to consider this wonderful opportunity to represent your school in a localized, regional and competitive event that promises to be one for the ages. For further information, please call Playdrome Lanes directly at 732-349-5345 or William Bodine III – Tournament Director at 732814-6683.

Food Drive And Toys For Tots

ISLAND HEIGHTS – The Island Heights Police Department will be collecting food for local needy families.

Donations can be dropped off in the lobby of the police department or at Borough Hall through December.

Items for Thanksgiving and Christmas will be collected.

Food items needed include: canned meats, chunky-styled canned soups; canned vegetables; baby cereal; powdered milk; jelly; peanut butter in plastic jars; bottled water; canned pasta and sauce; beef stew; canned

fish; baby formula; canned potatoes; canned fruit; pasta/noodles; packaged foods; rice; and tomato sauce.

The police are asking for nothing perishable, in glass, frozen, or expired.

They are also collecting new and unopened gifts for boys and girls ages 3 through 16. Gift cards for older children may also be purchased.

Wrapping paper, tape, gift tags and bows are also needed.

Both the police department and Borough Hall are located in the Wanamaker Municipal Complex.

Newsletter Available Online, At Borough Hall

ISLAND HEIGHTS – The government newsletter in Island Heights stopped being mailed earlier in 2017. This newsletter can be accessed in three ways.

The newsletter is available at islandheightsboro.com.

Those who wish to receive an electronic newsletter can contact borough hall to start

receiving the newsletter by email by either calling 732-270-6415 or by emailing contact information to Mayorcouncil@islandheightsboro.com.

The newsletter will be available in paper form at borough hall in the foyer. Office hours are Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Monday evenings from 6 to 8 p.m.

New Publication At Historical Society OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Historical Society has its newest publication, “West Point Island—From a Sedge Island to the ‘Land of Health & Happiness’”

by author Brian Bovasso.

The price is $20. Copies may be purchased at the museum, 26 Hadley Ave., Toms River.

For more information, call 732-341-1880.

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Local Woman Investigates House Fire

By Kimberly Bosco TOMS RIVER – Police continue to investigate the cause of a fire in a home on North Gateway Drive on the afternoon of Dec. 8.

Suzanne G. Reynolds, of Pine Belt Cadillac on Route 37 East, noticed smoke coming from the house while she was at work. Reynolds took it upon herself to go over to the house to check out the situation. She bravely went into the house to see if there were any people left inside, when she

found three brothers on the first floor waiting for their mother to arrive. Reynolds informed them that the house was on fire and helped them out along with the family dog. The boys, ages 8, 10, and 12, had no clue that the house was on fire.

The Toms River Police Department commends Reynolds for her heroic actions in this situation.

There are also no signs that the fire was started intentionally, but police are still investigating the cause.

Heart-Healthy Holiday Tips ROBINSVILLE – The holidays are a time for celebrating with family and friends, but often stress inhibits our abilities to enjoy the holiday season. From shopping to cooking to events, we are often packing our schedules while forgetting about our health.

A 2016 report in the Journal of the American Heart Association noted that heart-related deaths spike during Christmas. While more research is needed to pinpoint the exact reason, researchers suggest that emotional stress, changes in diet and alcohol consumption, less staff at medical facilities and changes in physical environment (i.e. visiting relatives), could play a role in the spike in deaths.

In order to protect your heart and enjoy more holidays with your loved ones, follow these tips to stay healthy and happy this season: Maintain healthy habits, such as eating healthy, balanced meals, moving more every day, and getting at least seven hours of sleep each night.

Beware of party perils and try eating a healthy snack before a party to avoid overindulging.

Give yourself the gift of peace; if you start to feel overwhelmed, recharge by doing something that relaxes you.

Make a plan for the New Year and challenge yourself with realistic, sustainable goals for a healthy, happy new year.

While avoiding stress and making good choices can help prevent heart disease and stroke (the nation’s No. 1 and No. 5 killers) it’s still important to know what to do if you or a loved one experiences the signs and symptoms of heart attack, stroke or cardiac arrest.

If you or a loved one experiences the warning signs of heart attack, stroke or cardiac arrest, call 9-1-1 immediately.

For more healthy living tips, visit the new Healthy For Good website at healthyforgood.org.

For more information about heart attack, stroke and cardiac arrest, visit heart.org/warningsigns.

To learn more about CPR, visit cpr.heart.org.

Annual Toy Drive

OCEAN COUNTY – This holiday season the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office will be conducting its annual Toy Drive in conjunction with the Ocean County Chiefs of Police Association. This Toy Drive enables the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office and the local municipalities to provide gifts for children of families in need within Ocean County.

The Toy Drive Form is used to request toys through the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office.

The completed form can be emailed, faxed or mailed U.S. Postage.

The form is located at bit.ly/2zZxRnn.

The email is OCSheriff Recruiter@ co.ocean.nj.us, fax is 732-349-1909. The mailing address is Ocean County Sheriff’s Office, P.O. Box 2191, Toms River, NJ, 08754, Attention: Lt. J. Greene.

Those who wish to donate a new unwrapped toy can call 732-929-2161. This is the designated toy drive telephone line.

Leave a message and someone will promptly return the call.

The deadline to file for toys is Dec. 13. The deadline for donations is Dec. 20.

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In fact, if you want your Letter to Santa published in the paper, just send it in. We will publish it on a page dedicated just to letters to Santa.

Please send your letters to “Letters To Santa,” Care Of Micromedia Publications, 15 Union Ave., Lakehurst, NJ 08733.

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PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

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Garden State Hearing And Balance Center

com m it ment to pa- Kirsh said. tients, coupled with Hearing loss, unfortunately, technology and value often goes untreated since it is have set Garden State Hearing not painful and often not a pri& Balance Center apart for ority for patients. But for the years, with recent investments 40 million people who suffer making the treatment of hear- from it, Dr. Kirsh explains, ing loss and similar conditions it is important that they seek more manageable than ever. diagnosis and t reatment to T he pr act ice, wh ich ha s improve their life and ensure offices in Toms River, Mana- good health. hawkin and Whiting, was the “Over the last few years, first in the United States to there have been a lot of studbe Audigy-Certified, a testa- ies that show a relationship ment to its adherence to the bet ween u nt reated hear ing industry’s best practices that loss and memory deficits such are required for certification. as dementia and Alzheimer’s, “Any business that is Au- which means you r suscepdigy-Certif ied, from a best t ibilit y to obt ai n i ng t hese practices standpoint, is in the memory issues increases as top t wo to a function of “We don’t over three percent t he hea r i ng in the counloss that you schedule or double try,” said Dr. h a v e ,” D r . book, so people are Isidore Kirsh said. generally seen on time.” Kirsh – commonly Wit h r a re –Dr. Kirsh known as Dr. exception, Izzy – foundthe only way er and director of the practice, to help preserve your hearing who holds a doctorate degree is th rough a hear ing aid – (Ph.D.) from the Union Insti- sometimes a stumbling block tute & University. for patients who are self-conThe Center performs testing scious about wearing one. But for patients with auditory pro- technological improvements cessing disorders and testing have led to the devices becomfor people who are suffering ing vir tually invisible, and from tinnitus – ringing in the more helpful than ever. ears – as well as hearing loss “They can be 100 percent and balance issues. invisible, they can have BlueDr. Kirsh’s practice includes tooth as well as Wi-Fi capastate-of-the art equipment to bilities,” Dr. Kirsh explained. evaluate hearing and balance “ You ca n st r e a m a sig n a l issues, which are often related through your iPhone or your to inner ear disorders. television, even movies and “Seventy percent of patients Broa dway shows, r ig ht t o wh o c o m pl a i n of b a l a n c e you r hea r i ng aid. Most of proble m s u s u a l ly h ave a n today’s hearing aids are very i n ner ear component,” Dr. inconspicuous, meaning the

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cosmetic issue is really not an issue anymore.”

Hearing aids also can have features such as GPS locator capability.

“The technology is improving significantly every year,” Dr. Kirsh said.

For patients, hearing aids can be financed interest free for 24 months, and Dr. Kirsh’s practice provides free battery replacements for life. Patients can also return a hearing aid during a 75 day trial period, during which time they return to Garden State Hearing &

Balance Center a minimum of three times to check on their progress.

“We don’t over schedule or double book, so people are generally seen on time,” said Dr. Kirsh.

The practice has th r ived on accessibility for patients, investments in technology, and the easing of the financial aspect of treatment.

“We try to give people as much value as possible, and

that really separates us from some of the other hearing care professionals out there,” Better hearing is a priceless gift!

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast

For the week of december 16 - december 22

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (Mar 21-Apr. 19): Being a diplomat is where it’s at. Be discreet and considerate. You are quite likely to get more than your fair share of attention during the week to come, so this may be a good time to dabble in social networking.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Operate in compliance with the laws of attraction.

The people who are most strongly attracted to you are probably the best people to be with.

You may be able to display your own form of genius as this week unfolds.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You may feel the pinch in your pocketbook if you go along with your pals. There may be an incentive to begin a new study in the week ahead or you might receive sound advice that helps you meet your material goals.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Engaging with others can encourage you. Team up with others in the upcoming week to make progress. You have enormous vision and scope; be open and straightforward to be successful in negotiations or in agreements.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You reap what you sow Ask pertinent questions to uncover alternative routes to financial security. The week ahead could be a good time to plant ideas in fertile ground if you are hoping to receive a bountiful harvest.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You could compare the mind to a battery, with intelligence as the terminal. Avoid trivial pursuits and apply your mental powers to something worthwhile in the week to come. Don’t get short-circuited by a passing whim.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): In the week ahead co-workers could become friends or vice versa. Someone could invite you to join a team, to engage in a sports program or to travel. Every opportunity contains a hidden benefit of some kind.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): The more dollars, the merrier. You might be partial to achieving material success in the week to come, but are just as willing to perform a few good deeds in your spare time. Spread good will as you earn more money.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): If you and a partner put your heads together you can increase your assets. This is a good week to focus on financial success. There may be some things going on behind the scenes that will work out in your favor.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Your work, job or health may be the center of attention in the week ahead. You are passionate about winning and may do so at any cost. You will leave no stone unturned to find the best way to achieve your goals.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Your efforts to appear friendly and broadminded may have surprising consequences. Form may be given more weight than substance in the week ahead. Wait until the middle of the week to make major purchases.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You might need to grab a robe to cover up the naked truth.

In the early part of the week you might say more than you should in group settings. Your social life may be in top gear, but it is good to remember to be discreet.

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wolfgang puck’s kitchen Change Of Pace: Vibrant Beets Brighten Up A Traditional Hanukkah Dish

By Wolfgang Puck BEET LATKES WITH HONEY-MUSTARD APPLESAUCE Makes about 3 dozen For the honey-mustard applesauce: 2 cups (500 mL) peeled, cored, and thinly sliced Fuji or Granny Smith apples, 2 or 3 apples 1 cup (250 mL) unsweetened apple juice 1/2 cup (125 mL) honey 1/3 cup (80 mL) packed light brown sugar 1/4 cup (60 mL) fresh lemon juice 1 strip lemon zest, about 2 inches (5 cm) long 2 tablespoons whole yellow mustard seeds 1 teaspoon kosher salt For the beet latkes: 3 cups (750 mL) peeled and coarsely shredded red or golden beets, about 3 medium beets 2 large eggs, beaten until blended 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour 1/2 tablespoon kosher salt 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Canola oil, for frying About an hour before serving, start making the honey-mustard applesauce. Put the apples, apple juice, honey, sugar, lemon juice and zest, mustard seeds, and salt in a large, heavy-bottomed saute

pan. Bring to a low boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally, and then reduce the heat to low and continue cooking until the apples are soft enough to mash with the back of a fork, about 20 minutes.

Transfer the mixture to a heatproof mixing bowl, remove the lemon zest, and use a potato masher to mash the apples to a coarse puree. Set aside.

Start preparing the beet latkes about 30 minutes before serving. Put the shredded beets in a large mixing bowl. With several layers of paper towels, press down on them to absorb excess moisture, turning the beet shreds and using more towels as necessary to absorb as much moisture as possible.

Add the eggs, flour, salt, and pepper to the beets.

Stir until thoroughly combined.

Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add just enough oil to coat the bottom.

When the oil is hot enough to flow easily when the skillet is tilted, use a tablespoon to scoop up a heaping spoonful of the beet mixture and place it in the skillet, gently pressing down with the back of the spoon to flatten it. Fry until the latkes are golden-brown, about 3 minutes per side, turning them with a small scratchproof spatula.

When the latkes are done, transfer them in a single layer to a baking sheet lined with paper towels.

Repeat the process to cook the remaining mixture, adding more oil to the skillet as necessary.

Serve the latkes as a side dish with main-course meat, poultry or seafood, or as an appetizer on their own, passing the applesauce alongside.

(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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