2017-12-23 - The Jackson Times

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–Photo by Bob Vosseller Community members gather in front of the lit Menorah on the grounds of the Jackson Township Municipal Complex following the 12th annual Menorah Lighting Ceremony of Dec. 18.

Jackson Officials Agree to Interim Settlement Allowing for Eruv Installation

By Bob Vosseller JACKSON - For a dozen years, Linda Selznick and Honey Greenberg have coordinated the township’s official Menorah Lighting, which on Dec. 18 brought together township residents of the Jewish faith, Christians, special guests and attendees from Howell and Lakewood.

The well-attended event held at the municipal complex noted the seventh night of Chanukah and began with refreshments provided by the event’s sponsors, the Women

of Bat Shalom Hadassah, the Westlake Yiddish Cultural Club, Yiddish Heritage Club of Winding Ways, Shalom Club of Metedeconk Lakes and the Yiddish Heritage Shalom Club of South Knolls.

Mayor Michael Reina, Council President Kenneth Bressi and Councilmen Robert Nixon and Scott Martin were present for the program as were 12th District Assemblymen Ronald S. Dancer and Robert D. Clifton.

“Linda and everyone involved (Menorah - See Page 2)

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–Photo by Bob Vosseller The Township Council discusses the settlement that would temporarily allow eruvin until further discussion.

By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – As par t of 90-day interim settlement approved during a Dec. 13 council meeting, Orthodox Jewish residents of the township may now be able to erect a religious device known as an eruv.

The settlement comes following a lawsuit filed by Agudath Israel of America concerning ordinance modification approved in September that prohibited the placement of the eruv.

(Eruv - See Page 5)

–Photo by Kimberly Bosco Members from both the Raymond J. Lesniak Recovery High School and HOPE Sheds Light pose at the screening of the documentary “ASK.”

By Kimberly Bosco TOMS RIVER – As a part of the widespread effort to raise awareness of the opioid and heroin crisis, a New Jersey school and a local non-profit organization joined forces to put forth their own unique contribution to the cause.

The Raymond J. Lesniak Recovery High School partnered with HOPE Sheds Light to present a screening of the addiction and codependency awareness documentary, “ASK,” on Dec. 14 at Ocean County College.

The event included a screening of (Addiction - See Page 4)

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Menorah:

Continued From Page 1 with this program does a great job,” Reina said.

Rabbi Emeritus Michael Klein, from the congregation of Ahawat Olam, Howell, reviewed the meaning of Hanukkah, which he said was associated with the miracle of the Temple Menorah, when the one remaining flask of oil miraculously lasted eight nights.

Candles are lit each night of Hanukkah to commemorate this miracle.

“We need light to give us hope. You need light in your soul and light in your heart.

Pass that light on to the next person,” Klein said.

“We add one light every night and the

message of this holiday season is to continue to share the light and not be stuck in one place. When you light a candle in one small room you can see that it has great significance,” Rabbi Shmuel Naparstek, the director of Chabad of Jackson said during the program.

“This is my second time here for this event and Jackson is very special to me.

It is a growth city, a place of diversity,” said Drew Staffenberg, the director of the Jewish Federation of Ocean County.

Ellen Keller the president of Bat Shalom Hadassah accepted a joint resolution for her organization presented by Assemblymen Dancer and Clifton during the event.

“It is great that we can all come together

from different faiths to celebrate the season,” Dancer said.

Keller thanked the lawmakers for the resolution and the leadership of Jackson Township for its years of participation in hosting the Menorah Lighting ceremony.

She also noted the recent United States recognition of Jerusalem as “the true capital of Israel and I hope we see peace in that region which would be a true miracle.

Without peace and health there can be no happiness.”

The Carl. W. Goetz Honors Choir led by Marge Eisenschmeid, performed several festive Hanukkah songs which included the violin during the evening program.

“Thank you. You did the community

proud,” Selznick said thanking the choir, the mayor and council, Craig Brownfield, the clerk of the Jackson Senior Center and Steve Cattonar, the supervisor of the Jackson Public Works Department, Fred A. Raciewitz, director of Public Works and Joeylynn Anderson, coordinator of Recreation/Special Events.

The crowd then moved outside from the town hall chambers to the lawn near the Jackson Museum where each of the seven Menorah candles were lit.

Rabbi Baruch Goodman, who serves as campus director at Chabad House - Lubavitch at Rutgers University told those assembled that “we must bring more light, warmth and love to the world.”

Jackson Liberty Comes Out On Top In National Christmas Parade

By Kimberly Bosco JACKSON – Congratulations to Jackson Liberty! The students of the Jackson Liberty Marching Band have made all of Jackson Township proud after participating in one of the largest Christmas Parades in the whole country! On Dec. 1, the marching band received national coverage as they traveled to West Chester, Pennsylvania to compete amongst 17 bands in a huge Christmas celebration.

The parade is “one of the top ten places to experience the arrival of Santa Claus during the holiday season,” according to USA Today. As both a parade and a competition

for the students, the Christmas event was both fun and rewarding as the Jackson Liberty Marching Band came out on top with the highest score out of all the bands from N e w J e r s e y, with a score of 93.8. The band even took first

pla ce i n t he General Effect category out of all the bands from the areas of Wa sh i ngton D.C., New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania.

“This parade is a great way to get into the holiday spirit.

Everyone in the

band as well as the spectators is so festive.

It’s certainly my favorite parade I have performed in,” said Senior percussionist and drum captain, Brandon Moy. The parade is sponsored and aired by 6ABC and QVC. 6ABC will air the footage of the parade locally on Dec. 23 at 7 p.m. and QVC will air it nationally on Dec. 24 ad 25 five times.

“The West Chester Christmas Parade was the most fun, festive, and exciting parade this year. The lights on our instruments, and the Santa hats, made the parade special. It was a great closing to the amazing year the Liberty Lion Band had,” said freshman trumpet player, Katherine Sadowsky.

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Addiction:

Continued From Page 1 the film as well as a brief question and answer session with the filmmakers, Julie and Kurt Neale.

“We want to reach every person that we can touch,” said Steve Willis, co-founder of the local non-profit organization HOPE Sheds Light.

Presented by the non-profit Prevention Links

and Capacity Images, “ASK” tells the story of various individuals who have struggled with either addiction to drugs and alcohol, or the lesser-known evil of codependency. The documentary explores aspects of addiction from the perspectives of those who have lived it and have come out the other side. It also highlights the disease of codependency, the illness that befalls the loved ones affected by the addicts in their lives. Essential to the family-driven perspective of HOPE’s mission, the film sheds

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light on how addiction is not solitary and has rippling effects on the families involved.

The documentary brought together individuals from the Lesniak School and HOPE, as well as students and interested members of the community.

“Film is a medium that everyone can get into,” and can help both organizations reach a larger audience, said Chris Capaci of Capacity Images.

The Lesniak school is a recovery high school

in Union, New Jersey that was founded by Prevention Links to, “provide a high-quality educational, enrichment, and recovery support program that offers a safe, sober and supportive school environment where students and their recovery efforts are understood, valued and fostered,” according to the school’s mission statement. All proceeds from the film event went towards funding programs at the Lesniak School, said Morgan Thompson, Director of Academic and Recovery Support at Prevention Links.

Pam Capaci, CEO of the Lesniak School, noted that this is the first one of its kind here in New Jersey and there is the possibility of expansion to Monmouth County and Cape May now that the school has found financial support with the government. The school has the capacity for 30 students, said Capaci, but the number of students usually sits around 10.

The school is meant as a halfway point between treatment and returning to high school for students in recovery. They provide programs, sober activities, and mentor counselors for students on a daily schedule similar to a normal high school itinerary, said Capaci.

HOPE Sheds Light is a local non-profit organization founded nearly five years ago by three men who all have personal connections to the disease of addiction. The mission of HOPE is to provide support and education to families affected by Heroin, Opioids, and Prescription drugs. This is where the acronym HOPE derives from.

“We want to share the power of our stories,” said Willis, who lost his son to addiction.

The goal of HOPE is to create partnerships for their cause to raise awareness. By joining up with the Lesniak School, the partnership hopes to cover more ground and educate more people on the diseases of addiction and codependency.

Food Pantry Needs Help JACKSON – The Jackson Food Pantry is in desperate need of supplies and the Jackson Chamber of Commerce is residents can help by donating a special gift for those in need of a gift card for a local food store. Any amount is appreciated.

Chamber members have donated gift cards from Walmart, Target, Glory’s Market, Shop Rite, Stop n Shop, etc.

The chamber then gave the gift cards to the Jackson Food Pantry where they were able to give the cards to families in need.

These gift cards provided the special ability for families to choose their own holiday menus, choose special treats for their children that they would not ordinarily be able to purchase, a chance to simply shop for something special.

Cards can be dropped off at these Jackson locations: Investor’s Bank, 130 North County Line Road.

Lakeland Bank, 2110 W. County Line Road.

OceanFirst Bank, 10 Leesville Road.

Shore Community Bank, 1130 East Veterans Highway.

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Continued From Page 1 Close to 300 Orthodox Jewish residents came out to a Sept. 12 council meeting to object to the modification of an ordinance introduced on Aug. 22, just weeks after the Jackson Eruv Association presented a plan to erect the eruv.

A letter dated Aug. 8, 2017 from the Jackson Eruv Association to the council, signed by association president Mordechai Burnstein, alerted the council of its plans to work with utility companies to affix eruvin to poles and other utility-owned areas. The eruv can be made of string and tubing and is used in regard to the Jewish observance of the Shabbat, the Saturday holy day. During the Shabbat, no member of that faith is permitted to work. The traditional interpretations of Jewish law forbid moving an object from one domain to another, no matter its weight or purpose.

Therefore, the eruv would allow them to do things around their home and still be in observance.

The “interim settlement” is between the township, Agudath Israel of America and WR Property, LLC. It places the lawsuit against the township in stasis as all sides mediate their differences. The lawsuit had been added as an amendment to an existing lawsuit regarding a measure preventing the building of a school in Jackson. The Zoning Board nixed plans for a proposed all girls Oros Bais Yaakov High School, in 2014. The builder of that project was to have been WR Property, LLC. That denial when challenged was upheld in court. That firm owns acreage on White Road in Jackson and under current township law, cannot build a dormitory on that property.

The amendment alleged the township violated the rights of Orthodox Jewish residents by denying their ability to install the eruv. Agudah New Jersey Director Rabbi Avi Schnall has been working with the Jackson Eruv Association on these issues and both groups accused the township of anti-Semitism.

“I look forward to seeing this resolution being approved. As I have stated in the past, our goal has always remained the same, which is to be able to build an eruv for those who need one. We look forward to being able to do so,” Burnstein said just prior to the meeting.

Township Attorney Jean Cipriani explained to a fairly large audience at the most recent meeting that the “three month standstill will allow for Jackson to consult with the plaintiffs calmly and in good faith.”

Cipriani acknowledged that the resolution also recognized the high cost of continued litigation.

She put the possible price tag of added legal expenses to Jackson at $5 million. The resolution states that “The Township Council believes that the Settlement Agreement represents the best opportunity for the Township to resolve the claims against it and the Zoning Board of Adjustment and prevent the further expenditure of exorbitant amounts of legal fees.”

Cipriani responded to a question by resident Sheldon Hofstein who asked for clarification of the agreement regarding eruv placement, saying “this will not change the right of way ordinances but grants municipal consent, so people can go to utility companies about the eruv placement.”

The attorney also noted that the municipal consent covered eruvs only and not items such as decorations.

“Any changes to ordinances has to come back here (before the council) in a public forum,” Cipriani said.

The Jackson Times, December 23, 2017, Page 5 Residents who spoke during the public comment period expressed strong concerns about both subjects connected to the interim agreement and were not in favor of the resolution.

David Macinnes said “in Brooklyn there were issues of the eruv and a rabbi blessed the area and this wasn’t even necessary. I, being a Roman Catholic, is this not against my religious freedom?”

Cipriani recommend that “if you feel your rights are being infringed upon you should consult your own legal counsel.”

“Rabbis can supersede religious law so it would not infringe on others,” Macinnes said.

He also cited potential safety concerns for eruv placement and the need for utility work permits required.

“I’m Jewish and it bothers me that every time we have this kind of issue the anti-Semite card is used,” Allan Finkelstein said. “This isn’t a Christian versus Jew issue. There are people in town who are not Christian who feel the same way and are against this.”

Resident Ray Cattonar asked if any discussion had been made with the Jackson Eruv Association or a rabbi prior to the formation of the settlement agreement. “Did George Gilmore talk to anyone about this?”

Cipriani said that to her knowledge Gilmore (who heads the firm who she works for and which represents Jackson Township) did not communicate with any of the plaintiffs involved and that the only discussion prior to the drafting of the resolution was during a meeting she was part of in Hackensack a few weeks ago.

“I lived in Lakewood and the people there were friendly, but we had gang violence that depreciated the value of our homes. I also caught Orthodox Jews cutting my shrubs and I had to put up a fence. I don’t think it is fair. What did we do to deserve this? I’m not a racist person but I don’t want wires around. I want to be left alone. I got pushed out of Lakewood and it is going to happen here. I feel like I might have to move again. We should be heard,” resident Melissa Urso said.

Cipriani said that the issues involved were not completely in the control of the governing body and that they “are before the court.”

Resident Bob Skinner said, “I’m a little upset that 200 families in the township are trying to dictate what we can do here.” Skinner read a description of the definition of racism to the council. “This is racism in its purest form in my opinion. If you cave in on this, our master plan and other rules will be deemed very weak.”

Councilman Barry Calogero voted for the res-

olution saying “I see no alternative at this time.”

Council Vice President Ann Updegrave and Council President Kenneth Bressi also voted in support of the resolution. Councilman Robert Nixon could not be present for the meeting due to a family commitment but was part of the session through a conference call. He also voted in the affirmative for the resolution.

Councilman Scott Martin did not. “If this was just about the Eruv I would not have a problem with it. It would be using existing infrastructure and added on to wires and would not affect anyone’s life and would not be an eyesore. The problem about the discussions are with the building of schools. I have said before that I do not wish to disturb the beauty of the township.”

Martin added that “I have no issues with education and I don’t run from any issue because I’ll talk with anyone about anything but I have a problem with schools with dormitories. Once you have one it is difficult to say no to others.”

Cipriani said that the discussions with the plaintiffs would include members of their legal counsel and two members of the council. “The discussions are to see if there is common ground,” Cipriani said. She also indicated that if additional time was needed that the 90-day period might be extended.

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LAKEWOOD – With the holiday gift-giving season upon us, it is important to be aware of where we dispose of all those decorative wrappings. While we don’t think about where wrapping paper should go after we anxiously tear it away from our new gifts, The Ocean County Department of Solid Waste Management asks you to consider it more carefully this year.

Wrapping paper can be recycled, but bows, ribbons, and ornaments belong in the trash. How can we tell what is recyclable and what is not? Well, that is what the Department is here for! They are responsible for determining what is recyclable and what is trash. If you follow the guidelines set out by the Department, you can be more environmentally conscious this holiday season.

Things that can be recycled safely are: Plastic bottles, if the neck is smaller than the base of the bottle Glass containers of all shapes and sizes Cans (aluminum, steel, tin, and aerosol) Paper products Cardboard Mixed paper (i.e. magazines, paperback books, newspapers, etc.)

Ideally, you want to clean out bottles or containers first before recycling them. The same goes for paper or cardboard products, such as pizza boxes.

“In general, the rule for paper products is ‘If it’s clean then it’s green and can be recycled.’ The cleanliness of recyclable material is the premium when our vendors market the material Lakewood provides. For example, if oil or cheese drips onto the pizza box, it no longer can be recycled,” said Steve Hill, recycling coordinator.

In addition to those items, be aware of what you should throw in the trash bin, such as: Bottle caps, lids, and pumps Any waxed items (paper or cardboard) Plastic bags Styrofoam Coffee pods Telephone books or hardcover books with the covers torn off Paints and oils For bulk trash, you must make an appointment to have this picked up from your curb.

This only gets removed once a month. If you have empty prescription bottles, it is better to dispose of them in the receptacle by the police department. Try to remain recycling-conscious and be aware of what you can and cannot throw in your trash can this holiday!

For more information or questions, call 732-905-3405.

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LETTERS TO SANTA Dear Readers, This year, we asked our youngest readers to send us the letters they wrote to Santa Claus. We knew he would see them. After all, it’s well known that the best way for Santa to find out who is on the naughty list is to read the newspaper. So, we printed these letters. We kept the spelling and capitalization as it appeared, because it’s cuter that way. The children’s last names and addresses were edited, because Santa already knows who and where they are. If we made a mistake in reading the child’s handwriting, please trust in Santa’s ability to see what it really said.

--Chris Lundy, News Editor Dear Santa, I am sorry that I could not mail this to you in time.

But this year all I want is your good will. Because I have received a lot of awesome things from my family and I feel lucky for all I have. I still believe in you, don’t get me wrong, and I hope you enjoy the cookies I left out for you. Wish you luck with your deliveries!

Merry Christmas Love, Annaliese

Dear Santa, Hi Santa it’s me lil Wes. How are you, the reindeer the elf, and the miss doing? I don’t have to hope that you are taking good care of ikeyboy and the puppies. Because I know you are but I really love him. And I really want to do the dance and have a good Christmas. I really want a pitcher of ikeyboy and the puppies for Christmas. What I want for Christmas is Jake Paul clothes Logan Paul clothes john cena clothes wwe clothing wee stuff wwe belt drone hover board. And please please please please let me please have a pitcher of ikeyboy and his puppies it will really mean of lot to me so please.

Love Robert Wesley

Dear Santa, Hey It’s Charles. For Christmas I really want Jake Paul and Logan Paul clothes and dean ambrose clothes to but overall if I had one choice one thing in the world and it could be anything I would chose lucky my cat that went missing so all what I am asking for Christmas is lucky. If you do get me lucky for Christmas that would be the best thing in the world that I ever got and I would love love love love that. Please please please please please get me lucky I would love that.

THANK YOU SANTA

Johnathan Hooverboard Paw patrol – chair and bed John Cena Bike Basketball Trampoline Bubble Ball Five nights at Freddy Mine craft Lego’s Fidget Spinners Newton Marbles nerf guns (all) star wars Apple watch Virtual explorer phrehistoric safari Nintendo DS Minecraft xbox (Walmart) Coleman powersport Green machine Electric scoother Motorcycle keyboard Transformer hoover board fishing game kerplunk movie map fishing Soggy Doggy (Toy R Us) Nintendo Switch Paw patrol chair Bounce off Doggie Doo Toilet trouble Clothes Big Choc Bars no peanuts Animal planet Build and Code dazzling lights Lego cat Slime Fur Real Friends (Tiger and dog) wwe Bike Starwars Beanie combo Starwars short sleeve tee Starwars 2 pc DJ’s set Starswars Fleece hoodie Starsware comforter SJ Cart Monster Jam have diggy Rubiks Red piggy Bank Batman Chair Spongebod bed

Dear Santa, I really want a Nintendo switch and a hoover board for Christmas. I love school and doing homework. Can you please find out cat lucky and bring him home to us.

I have been a really good boy I would also love a paw patrol chair and a new bed, and fingerlines. What kind of cookies do you want me to leave you. Have a safe trip.

Love Johnathan

William’s Christmas List 1. Nintendo Switch 2. batman twin bed 3. Hatchimals surprise 4. all character-themed upholstered chairs 5. kidibuzz 6. Soggy Doggy 8. crocoDile DenTisT 9. Greedy Granny 10. chrono Bomb!

11. 12-volt Luke Skywalks Land Speeder ride-on 12. All character-themed activity tabels 13. five night’s at freddys Game 14. smurfs lost village 15. emoji movie 16. captain underpans 17. on your iTunes gift card 18. appel iPod touch 19. grand theft Auto 20. smart watches

Dear Santa, Me and my brothers really want a Nintendo switch this is all we really want. Please Santa we have been very good this year. My mom and dad don’t have a lot of money. We help our mom and dad take care of our grandmother. I am trying really really hard in school, can you help me get better in school. With your powers, our cat lucky went missing from our house in Lakehurst we really miss him and hopes he comes home. Can you bring my mom something special she works really hard in college and takes care of us and our grandmother.

How Is our Ikey boy doing in the north pole tell him we really love you.

Love William Love you santa

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY Letters To The Editor

F eAtuReD L etteR Delay On Picking Pinelands Seat Lauded The Senate Judiciary Committee did not vote on Ed McGlinchey’s nomination to the Pinelands Commission.

This is a small victory for the Pines and for the public who work to protect it. Thanks to the large public outcry and thousands of phone calls, we have managed to delay the vote for the pro-pipeline McGlinchey. This means Ed Lloyd stays on the Pinelands Commission for that much longer. People don’t want to see environmental champion Ed Lloyd replaced by someone who will vote to destroy the Pines. We have a lot of work ahead of us to prevent this appointment and keeping Ed Lloyd on the Pinelands Commission. They can bring the nomination up at the next meeting, however, so we must continue to be vigilant.

Christie is continuing to stack the Commission with his pro-development cronies before Governor-Elect Phil Murphy has a chance to make his nominations. This time it’s Edward McGlinchey who, in 2010, was appointed as Camden County’s representative to the Commission.

While there he voted to approve the South Jersey Gas Pipeline. Not only is this a bad choice, but it shouldn’t have happened at all. Phil Murphy, as Governor-Elect, should have the ability to

make appointments to fill the positions. We don’t even know whose place McGlinchey is taking. It could very well be one of the members who voted against the pipeline. We are urging Democrats to oppose this nomination so that Phil Murphy can make his own appointments in January.

We’re sure that McGlinchey would join the rest of Christie’s puppets that vote for projects that threaten the environment, drinking water and communities in the Pines. Stacking the Commission members is part of the Administration’s attack on the Pinelands. This has been a death by a thousand cuts including the Governor’s attempt to push through two pipelines, extend sewers in environmentally sensitive areas, and build soccer fields on the preserved farms of the Pinelands.

Christie has always played games with the Pinelands. He dumped Mark Lohbauer as chair of the Pinelands Commission for political payback, and before that he replaced Robert Jackson who voted against the South Jersey Gas Pipeline for Robert Barr, who was a political crony. The Governor has continued his attack against anyone with an independent voice and independent action.

Jeff Tittel New Jersey Sierra Club

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Mental Health For The Holidays The holiday season can be stressful for all, including children, teens and young adults. In these times when youth face enormous pressures at school, at home, in their social circles and beyond, it is important to listen to what our young people are saying.

The 2nd Floor text and helpline has been there for New Jersey’s 10- to 24-year-olds for over a decade. No matter what problem/issue an adolescent is experiencing, 2nd Floor is a resource for them.

This statewide service is operated by the Monmouth County non-profit organization 180 Turning Lives Around. 2nd Floor is a tollfree and confidential youth text and helpline available for texting or calls 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year to all New Jersey young people, ages 10 to 24.

Youth can text or call 1-888222-2228 to text/speak with professionals and trained volunteers to find non-judgmental and supportive responses to questions about bullying, unhealthy and abusive relationships, dating violence, to mental health concerns and other challenging issues they may be facing at home or in school. The text and helpline is for New Jersey, always answered in New Jersey and provides local New Jersey resources to youth.

The website 2ndfloor.org has additional information.

Keeping open the lines of communication with our young people is vital. It is important that they, their

parents, teachers, counselors and I brought enough “The Holiday Song,” but “The Letters To crowded The Editor and other concerned adults all know that help via text or phone is just a text or call away.

Anna Diaz-White Executive Director 180 Turning Lives Around

Annual Holiday Poem A Tradition Since 1999 I really hope the holiday spirit hits home this year… because there’s been too much heartache, pain and fear.

Yeah it seems that this world is getting more out of control, so, it’s a perfect time for caroling and warming of the soul.

You know what I mean and remember how it used to feel, crossing off the days on the calendar, it used to be a big deal.

But now the days, weeks and months all seem to just fly by.

Call me a little old school because it’s moving too fast for this ole guy.

Just wish it would all slow down so we can all take a moment to breathe.

Allowing us time to truly enjoy the season and show Santa we still believe.

Maybe I just need a trip to the mall; maybe then I’ll feel just fine.

Indeed, I’m not one of those Grinches that does all their holiday shopping online.

Certainly, that’s not my style because it just doesn’t add to the holiday mood.

No, I’d rather battle for a parking place, walk the mall, and enjoy some food.

Possibly I’ll bump into an old co-worker or come across an old friend.

Sure hope that it’s not too

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Then suddenly I hear my favorite holiday song, it’s sung

by Nat King Cole, it’s one of dozens of holiday songs that I love, and they will never grow old.

Yet let’s not forget it’s the season of giving and sacrificing for one and all.

Go do something for someone and I don’t mean buy a gift at the mall Take a moment to make a meal or bake some fresh cookies or bread, then look at their expression and you’ll remember what I said….

That’s right it’s the season of smiles and they are such a special gift, they confirm that we did right and lead a path to the spirits we uplift.

So, no matter what kind of experience you had this past calendar year, be sure to share your love with friends and family and everyone that’s near.

As for me I just want to say thank you and hope that your 2018 is best, I’m so grateful for all that I have and thank God for truly feeling blessed.

Until Next Year, Merry Christmas Scott Mahnken Berkeley

Christmas Song” (Chestnuts Roasting On An Open Fire).

Last December a gentleman from Winslow put it well when he wrote: “Charles Dickens wrote “A Christmas Carol” not “A Holiday Carol.” Bing Crosby sang “I’m Dreaming of a White Christmas,” not “I’m Dreaming of a White Holiday.” The Grinch stole “Christmas.” The Grinch did not steal the “holiday.” And Dec. 24 is Christmas Eve, not Holiday Eve.” The “political correct” crowd maintain that the holiday phrase, “Happy Holidays,” is more inclusive and they’re probably right. Perhaps I’m naïve, but one would think in the 21st century our species should be able to accommodate both holiday greetings without the sky falling in.

In the 1947 holiday movie classic “Miracle On 34th Street,” perhaps Kris Kringle (played by Edmund Gwenn) said it best: “Oh, Christmas isn’t just a day-it’s a state of mind.”

Happy Holidays and a Merry Christmas to all!

Borden Applegate Jackson

Saying “Merry Christmas” Is OK

The holiday season is upon us and as we gather with friends and family to celebrate Christmas or Hanukkah, I would ask that we all take a few moments to remember the brave members of the United States Armed Forces.

Thousands of dedicated men and women are keeping watch around the globe and will be unable to spend this season of joy with their loved ones.

They are keeping watch on the front lines so we may celebrate the holidays in peace.

As liaison to the Ocean County Office of Veterans Services, I would also like to ask everyone to remember our veterans. From World War II to today’s War on Terror, our veterans have sacrificed so much so that we can remain free.

On behalf of the entire Board of Chosen Freeholders, I wish everyone a safe, happy and peaceful holiday season and wonderful New Year.

Gerry P. Little Ocean County Deputy Freeholder Director

I don’t understand why some liberals get so upset when the words “Merry Christmas” is expressed during the holiday season, people have been doing it for a long time. As a nonbeliever who doesn’t celebrate the religious aspect of the holiday, I don’t find the phrase offensive at all. I sometime use the greeting myself, especially if I know the people I’m with are Christian-it’s just a matter of being considerate.

Using the holiday greeting “Merry Christmas” doesn’t mean I acknowledge or worship Christ any more than my use of the word “Thursday” means I worship Thor. For me at least, it’s just a generic holiday greeting I occasionally use interspersed with “Happy Holidays.”

I do know, however, that when December rolls around, I don’t put up a holiday tree-I put up a Christmas tree and listen to Nat King Cole sing-not

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–Photo courtesy Kathy Sauer MANCHESTER – The Women’s Club at River Pointe participated in the annual gift drive for Kevin’s Kids with clothing donations. A group of members, about 18, joined in wrapping presents with dozens of volunteers serving over 400 children. This

drive provided toys, clothing and more to less fortunate children in Manchester. It was an incredible experience to partake and to meet Kevin Burger. The generosity of communities coming together in Manchester was amazing.

“Ask the Doctor” Program Coming To Jackson Library JACKSON – The Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Library will host an “Ask the Doctor” event from 12 to 1 p.m. on Jan. 10.

A doctor from CareOne Jackson will discuss the difference between flu symptoms and the

common cold, when to seek medical attention, and the remedies for both.

Registration is required for this free program. To register, call 732-928-4400 or visit theoceancountylibrary.org/events.

“Brain Health as You Age” Program Coming To Jackson Library

JACKSON – The Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Library will host “Brain Health as You Age” at 11 a.m. on Jan. 16.

We all want to stay healthy and independent as we age. This includes health of both body and mind. “Brain Health as you Age” will review risk factors for diseases of the brain and

what can be done to protect brain health at any age. This program is presented by Safe Kids Monmouth/Ocean County and Monmouth Medical Center, Southern Campus.

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TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office disposed of 4,520 pounds of unused medications at a pill burn on Dec. 14, police said.

This breaks the previous record of 4,520 pounds, Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato said in a press release. Since the program’s start in the summer of 2014, 31,360 pounds of various medicines have been destroyed between October 3, 2014 and December 14, 2017. Below is the list of burn dates and totals: • October 3, 2014 2220 lbs.

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• October 26, 2016 2800 lbs • March 1, 2017 3280 lbs • August 3, 2017 4,460 lbs • December 14, 2017 4,420 lbs Project Medicine Drop is the countywide initiative to make disposal of unused medications an easy convenient priority for Ocean County residents. With just under half of the municipalities in Ocean County having easily accessible medication drop boxes at police department entrances, there is no excuse not to clean out and drop off these potentially dangerous meds.

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JACKSON – The Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Library will host “Coloring for Adults” at 10 a.m. on Jan. 9.

Rediscover the joy of coloring while listening to relaxing music. Coloring sheets

and art supplies will be provided. Light refreshments will be served.

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Mindfulness Meditation Session Coming To Jackson Library JACKSON – The Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Library will host “Mindfulness Meditation: On Loving Awareness” at 2 p.m. on Jan. 19.

Learn to enhance awareness through loving presence. Practice involves guided meditation

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Six Flags Tries To Break Record For Largest Snowball Fight

By Kimberly Bosco

JACKSON – Six Flags Great Adventure attempted to break the record for the world’s largest snowball fight on Dec. 17 at the amusement park.

The record-breaking fight was postponed from the previous weekend due to a snow storm. The event had 505 guests joining in the record-breaking snowball extravaganza, tossing both real and indoor snowballs at each other for one whole minute.

Six Flags was trying to break the record of

7,681 participants set by Canada last year, with a hopeful 9,000 participants all across the nation. This goal was unfortunately thwarted by the snow storm the previous weekend, rescheduling events from Massachusetts to Atlanta. For those parks in California, Texas, and Missouri that were able to hold the snowball event last weekend, 4,317 guests contributed to the attempt to break the record.

The total number of participants in the event, including those from this past weekend, has not been tallied yet.

“Elder Law Options” Program Coming To Jackson Library JACKSON – The Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Library will host “Elder Law Options” from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on Jan. 10.

There is a lot of information regarding legal and health care options for seniors and it can be difficult to make the best decision for one’s circumstance.

Carl Archer, Elder Law Attorney, and Cathy Benedetti, Vice President and Director of Nursing at Hibernian Home Care, will discuss the legal and health options that are available for seniors.

Registration is required for this free program. To register, call 732-928-4400 or visit theoceancountylibrary.org/events.

Jackson Library Book Discussion On “Unbroken”

JACKSON – The Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Library will host a book discussion on “Unbroken” by Laura Hillenbrand at 1 p.m. on Jan. 9.

“Unbroken” tells the true story of Louis Zamperini, a former Olympic track star and member

of the U.S. Army Air Corps, and his experience as a prisoner of war during World War II. Registration is not required for this free program. For more information, call 732928-4400 or visit theoceancountylibrary.org/ events.

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 commu-

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

Contact dfuentes@co.ocean.nj.us to receive more information about a Community Garden education and network events.

Learn About Safe Investing And Fraud Prevention

TOMS RIVER – Learn how to be a safe investor and protect yourself against fraud during the program “Investment Fraud – Protect Yourself” at 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 5 at the Toms River Library, 101 Washington St. A representative from the New Jersey Bureau of Securities will be presenting the program. The New Jersey Bureau of Securities is charged with protecting investors from investment fraud, and regulating the

securities industry in New Jersey.

This agency also registers securities offered or sold in New Jersey and oversees the firms and individuals selling securities or providing investment advice to state residents. The Bureau also assists residents become informed investors and promotes financial literacy.

The program is free but registration is required. Register online at theoceancountylibrary.org or call 732-349-6200.

OFFICIAL FIRE DISTRICT ELECTION FEBRUARY 17, 2018 VOTE BY MAIL NOTICE TO PERSONS WANTING MAIL-IN BALLOTS If you are a qualified and registered voter of the State who wants to vote by mail in the Jackson Township Fire District No. 2, No. 3, or No. 4 Election to be held on Saturday, February 17, 2018 complete the application form below and send to the undersigned, or write or apply in person to the undersigned at once requesting that a mail-in ballot be forwarded to you. The request must state your home address and the address to which the ballot should be sent. The request must be dated and signed with your signature.

If any person has assisted you to complete the mail-in ballot application, the name, address and signature of the assistor must be provided on the application, and you must sign and date the application for it to be valid and processed. No person shall serve as an authorized messenger or as a bearer for more than three qualified voters in an election. No person who is a candidate in the election for which the voter requests a mail-in ballot may provide any assistance in the completion of the ballot or may serve as an authorized messenger or bearer.

No mail-in ballot will be provided to any applicant who submits a request therefor by mail unless the request is received at least seven days before the election and contains the requested information.

A voter may, however, request an application in person from the county clerk up to 3 p.m. of the day before the election.

Voters who want to vote only by mail in all future general elections in which they are eligible to vote, and who state that on their application shall, after their initial request and without further action on their part, be provided a mail-in ballot by the county clerk until the voter requests that the voter no longer be sent such a ballot. A voter’s failure to vote in the fourth general election following the general election at which the voter last voted may result in the suspension of that voter’s ability to receive a mail-in ballot for all future general elections unless a new application is completed and filed with the county clerk.

Voters also have the option of indicating on their mail-in ballot applications that they would prefer to receive mail-in ballots for each election that takes place during the remainder of this calendar year. Voters who exercise this option will be furnished with mailin ballots for each election that takes place during the remainder of this calendar year, without further action on their part.

Application forms may be obtained by applying to the undersigned either in writing or by telephone, or the application form provided below may be completed and forwarded to the undersigned. You can also download the application form at www.oceancountyclerk.com on the internet.

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By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. While waiting for a prescription, a friend of mine decided to check his blood pressure. He was dealing with a bout of walking pneumonia and his blood pressure (BP) spiked to 140/100!

Has this ever happened to you, where you checked your BP at the pharmacy and it was suddenly high?

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Dear Joel, One of the ladies in my group of friends copies just about everything I do. Once I showed her a glittery blouse I bought for a party and she showed up wearing almost the exact same thing.

Another time I shared my recipe for my mouth watering clam dip and she shows up at a church event passing it off as her own. It drives me crazy and I’ve just about had it. She never gives me any credit or even tells me I had a good idea.

I’m tired of living in my own shadow.

ANSWER: They say imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, but I don’t think you would agree. Clearly this woman admires you, but she also unnerves you and that is not the foundation of a long lasting friendship. First determine if she is truly insecure or if she is just out to steal your thunder. If she’s really timid,

shop with her for an outfit or a recipe. If she’s the second type and you want to have her for a friend, you may have to address the situation head-on.

Ask her why she insists on mirroring you and tell her you don’t like it. You might also try to beat her to the punch by asking her what she will be bringing or wearing to the next party first. If she values you, she’ll stop. In the end, you are the one with the original thoughts and that means you’ll always have the next great idea.

Write to joel@preferredcares.com.

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

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

Welcome To “Your Grandmother’s Cupboard”

OCEAN COU NTY – Your Grandmother’s Cupboard is a non-profit organization established by people who recognize the needs of the homeless and working poor in our communities.

The Cupboard was established to provide some of these basic needs through local donations. Many people living in pover ty often do not have access to transportation to visit thrift shops and pantries. This program is unique because we bring clothing, shoes, blankets, and personal care items to where they are needed most. For those living

in poverty, simply having 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 star ted as a means of filling those needs. For more information visit ygcnj.org.

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Inside The Law How To Get Through The Resolution Compliance Process To Begin Your Construction Project

Robert C. Shea Esq.

By Dina M. Vicari Esq, of R.C. Shea and Associates

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

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

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

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

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

Of course, this is not a comprehensive list and what is required depends on the specific reliefs granted in the applicant’s approval.

What is consistent throughout the process is that they are legal documents requiring the attachment of legal description and

reduced plans, requiring review and approval of Dina M. Vicari Esq. the Board professionals and in some case the document must be recorded with the County Clerk. Certainly, the preparation of these documents are best performed by a qualified land use attorney.

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

As can be seen from the information above, the perfection of a land use application approval before a Land Use Board requires understanding of the MLUL and legal experience. The attorneys at the Law Office of R.C. Shea and Associates can assist to make this process stress free. Look for future articles on the Land Use Process which will review the components of a resolution and the post approval compliance procedures. If you want to know more call or visit our firm at 732-505-1212, 244 Main Street, Toms River, NJ, or email us at rshea@rcshea.com.

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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-

pal Church, 415 Washington St. in Toms River. Members must be ages 10 and up, and no experience is needed. We are also looking for banner and flag carriers. For more information contact Frank Johnson at 848-333-9784.

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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Program Helps Low Income Ocean County Residents With Home Repairs OCEAN COUNTY – A unique assistance program called “Hands For All” serves the community by making critically needed emergency repairs on homes owned by low and moderate income families who can’t afford to get the work done by themselves. Leaking roofs, plumbing issues, no heat and accessibility issues are some of the daily issues that this program addresses for those in need.

“We believe that everyone deserves a safe and secure place to live. More and more of our neighbors,

friends and family – especially seniors, disabled persons and veterans – are experiencing financial difficulties. We are here to help,” explains Glen McDonald, Executive Director for Homes For All, which runs the program. “This program allows area residents to remain in their homes that would otherwise be displaced by making critically needed repairs. Every day we are making a difference and improving the quality of life for those in need.”

Hands For All works with Ocean County, local

towns, social services, civic groups, religious groups and volunteers to provide the much needed assistance. The program is always happy to receive support and help from the community through donations or volunteering.

The Hands For All program has helped hundreds of residents over the last 30 years and is ready to help. If you or someone you know needs a home repair, please call 732-286-7929 today for more information and assistance.

Homes For All is a Toms River based nonprofit affordable housing developer that was founded in 1986 to respond to the growing housing and homeless crisis in our community. Over the last 30 years, Homes For All has provided more than 400 affordable homes to families and neighbors in our community. Visit our newest community, Autumn Ridge at Manchester by visiting AutumnRidgeNJ.com or call 732-849-3061.

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

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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.

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) Custodian Wanted - Part time Monday through Friday 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. senior clubhouse. Call 732-350-2656. or fax resume to 732-350-2838.

(2) I Will Clean Your Home - Very good prices. Call 732-773-5078. (4) 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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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.

(47) 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) 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.

(52) 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.

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

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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.

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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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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.

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.

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.

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?

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.

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.

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-of-kind 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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FUN & GAMES

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Across 1 Provoke 7 Cliched currency 14 Cone site 16 Crop duster, e.g.

17 Unhelpful helper 18 Like garden gnomes 19 Subject for a meteorologist 21 Respiration point 22 It’s often twisted 2 6 S l a n g y 21-Across 30 Holy recess 34 Holy jurisdiction 35 Rude dude 36 Subject for an oceanographer 39 Summed up 41 Nullified 42 Subject for an electrician

44 French sky 45 Cycle starter?

46 Cry of enlightenment 47 Homecoming cry 48 Kitchenware 50 Formerly floppy medium 53 Subject for a news team ... and a description of 19-, 36or 42-Across?

61 “Hogwash!”

64 Personal __ 65 Somewhat 66 Femur or fibula 67 Butterflies on ankles, say 68 Teammate of Duke and Jackie Down 1 “Concord Sonata” composer 2 Lower-class, to Brits 3 Chowder bit 4 China’s DF-31, e.g.

5 Gift of the gifted 6 Opener for Don Quixote?

7 It has big teeth 8 “Gramma” in the comic strip “Stone Soup” 9 Chowderhead 10 He was on deck when Blake was up 11 “And more” letters 12 Masked drama 13 Crack 15 Space balls 20 Raise 23 The way things stand 24 Atone for 25 Tease 26 Wrong move 27 “Wrong, wrong, wrong!”

28 Get the better of 29 Oklahoma tribe 31 Sonar pulse 32 “The Mikado” weapon, briefly

33 Tube traveler 36 Ceremonial accessory 37 And 38 Diplomacy 40 Gay syllable 43 Teased 47 Long cold spell 49 2013 Masters champ Adam __ 51 Airport abbr.

52 Bad bug 54 Biblical connector 55 Move, in real estate lingo 56 Saloon and deli offerings 57 Weird feeling, perhaps 58 Plenty of poetry?

59 Island goose 60 Word with farm or house 61 Stick for 10Down 62 In the style of 63 Bombed

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Caregiver Canines Brings Therapy Dogs To Homebound Seniors

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Caregiver Canines is a non-prof it 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.

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

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They accept Medicaid, Medicare and most commercial insurances. A sliding fee scale is available to all patients based on an individual’s ability to pay for the primary and preventative health care services rendered.

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RWJBarnabas Health Facilities Ranked Top Hospitals Of 2017

By Kimberly Bosco NEW JERSEY – If you’ve ever visited Jersey City Medical Center, Saint Barnabas Medical Center, or Monmouth Medical Center, you might not be su r pr ised that these three RWJBarnabas Health facilities have recently been ranked as Top Teaching Hospitals of 2017 by The Leapfrog Group! Honored for their commitment to patient safety and quality of care, these three hospitals have received one of the highest honors a hospital can receive.

“T he Top Hospit al recog nition is

a testament to the tremendous team efforts of our entire staff, who work together to deliver our patients premier care,” said Joseph Scott, FACHE, Executive Vice President for RWJBarnabas Health and President and CEO for Jersey City Medical Center.

Jersey City Medical Center, Saint Barnabas Medical Center, and Monmouth Medical Center were chosen among 36 top ranked hospitals nationally, and out of only nine hospitals in New Jersey, to receive this title.

“We are pleased to be honored with the

distinction of Top Hospital for the fourth consecutive year here at Saint Barnabas Medical Center,” said Stephen P. Zieniewicz, FACHE, President and CEO of Saint Barnabas Medical Center.

Aspects of care including infection rates, maternity care, and error prevention are all considered in the award decision. The strict standards are outlined

by Top Hospit al Methodolog y each year. It is important that performance be observed throughout various areas of the hospital to consider a hospital’s qualification.

“Monmouth Medical Center’s reputation as a university-level medical center attracts the best physicians to our Medical staff. And our resident physicians and medical students are an integral part of this collaborative approach to safety and quality,” said Bill Arnold, President and CEO of Monmouth Medical Center.

Leah Binder, President and CEO of Leapfrog said that these three hospitals demonstrate extraordinary dedication to both patients and the local community and they deserve great praise for that.

Physical Therapy for the Pediatric Population By: Erin Sullivan, DPT, Freehold Facility Manager

Physical Therapy is not just for adults, children can also benefit from treatment.

HOW CAN PHYSICAL THERAPY HELP MY CHILD? • Orthopedics Range of motion and flexibility differ from that of an adult so special considerations should be kept in mind when treating the pediatric population.

When a child experiences an injury, treatment may vary considerably versus an adult, particularly in the event of growth plate involvement. These Injuries, and the natural growth and development of a child can significantly impact their ability to reach motor milestones. Growth spurts may also impact how and/or when they evolve their gross motor skills.

• Meeting Motor Milestones Children may have difficulty reaching their motor mile stones for a number of reasons. These milestones act as stepping stones for a child to progress towards more complex, functional activities. If children are delayed in reaching these milestones, they may also have difficulty participating in school-based, recreational, or age specific activities.

• Sensory Processing Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, or other conditions which impact sensory processing, can also benefit from skilled physical therapy services.

A child’s perception of sensory input may impact their functional and gross motor ability as well as their behavior. These senses include sight, sound, smell, taste, touch, vestibular (balance), and what is known as proprioceptive or the perception of one’s own body, detected by the nervous system. It is possible that children may be over sensitive or under sensitive to sensory input, and it is important that their treatment be focused regarding their specific needs.

WHAT TO EXPECT A licensed physical therapist will take a detailed history from you and your child regarding current or ongoing complaints. Your therapist will then complete a thorough evaluation, often through observation as well as objective measurements to determine whether your child is performing at an age appropriate level. Measures of joint range of motion, flexibility, and strength will also be assessed as part of the evaluation. The therapist will then discuss their findings with you and make recommendations regarding their plan of care. Your child may attend therapy sessions anywhere from once a week to three times per week depending on the outcome of your child’s evaluation.

Treatment will be specific for each individual child and will be focused on age-appropriate, childdriven activities with integrated therapeutic play to address the child’s goals.

WHERE CAN I FIND PEDIATRIC PHYSICAL THERAPY? Pediatric physical therapy is available in a number of different settings. Children with developmental delays from infancy up to three years of age, in New Jersey, may be eligible for a federally funded program called Early Intervention.

School-based physical therapy is also available in some cases and focuses on the child’s ability to access and participate in the school setting. Medical-model physical therapy is available in the hospital-based, home-based or outpatient setting, like All Care Physical Therapy Center.

Medical-model physical therapy will address a child’s global needs including the ability to participate in the home or community (due to injury or gross motor delays). Many children may

benefit from physical therapy on an outpatient basis, in addition to receiving school based therapy services. Parents are encouraged to discuss any concerns and treatment options with your child’s pediatrician or physician.

ERIN SULLIVAN, DPT Erin graduated from the Richard Stockton College of NJ with her Bachelors of Science in Biology in 2011 and her Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2013.

Erin completed her clinical affiliations in a variety of settings, one of which was in our Toms River facility. In addition to her clinical rotation at All-Care, Erin completed affiliations in schoolbased pediatric, acute care, and hospital affiliated out-patient settings. Clinically, Erin works with postsurgical orthopedics, musculoskeletal injuries, adult neurological conditions (Parkinson’s disease, stroke, spinal cord injury, Guillan-Barre syndrome, and Multiple Sclerosis) as well as pediatric and genetic neurological conditions (Cerebral Palsy, seizure disorders, and muscular dystrophy). Erin is certified as a LSVT: Big Clinician. The LSVT: Big program is an unique treatment approach for patients’ with Parkinson’s focusing on big, large amplitude movements to promote independence. Erin also has clinical experience with patients with cardiopulmonary complications and other comorbidities.

Erin’s treatment approach is very hands on with a focus on keeping her patients as involved as possible during their physical therapy experience and rehabilitation.

A sample of Erin’s continuing education courses include: • LSVT Big: Lee Silverman Voice Training: Big Certified • Great Lakes: Applied Techniques of Manual Therapy, An Orthopedic Approach to Myofascial Release • Great Lakes: The Basics of Sacroiliac Mobilization • Evidence Based Examination and Management of Shoulder, Hip, and Knee Joint Replacements

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast

For the week of december 23 - december 29

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): One potato, two potatoes. Sometimes you will be hot and sometimes you will be cold as you search for something elusive in the week to come. It may be difficult to satisfy a desire to form an ideal romantic commitment.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): When nothing suits, give it the boot. You may be dissatisfied with purchases that are made in the first half of the week. Avoid making impulsive purchases and decisions that could impact joint resources and long-term goals.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): It may be difficult to make a good impression when school is in session. There may be many lessons to learn in the week ahead. You may be pressured to follow the rules and do your duty when interacting with other people.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Having fun can be hard work. In the week ahead, you may be invited to social functions that either involve your job or require extra effort on your part. Packing everything into your schedule can be a challenge.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You may be persuaded to mix business with pleasure as the week unfolds. Your attention to detail is accentuated making this a good time to complete projects or to put finishing touches on a personal creative venture.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You may be prompted to concentrate on kith and kin during the week ahead. The New Moon in Sagittarius may find you preparing for visitors by rearranging

furniture, clearing out dust bunnies or organizing the pantry.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You may be more energetic or competitive than usual in the upcoming week. A partner or a friend might inspire you to reach a bit higher in your pursuit of material security. Avoid misunderstandings at the workplace.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Wrap up your shopping. This week you might realize that it is time to tighten up the belt and guard your piggy bank from unneeded expenditures. Understand that a close relationship depends upon trust and respect.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Hold your horses. Put new projects and major purchases on hold during the week ahead. It may be necessary to buckle down to focus on your job and attaining your goals despite holiday activities and temptations.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Gather ammunition and you can attain your ambition. During the week ahead work quietly in the background and organize your schedule. Prepare to execute your game plan after the holiday celebrations subside.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Nobody’s perfect, but some people expect perfection anyway.

You may worry about exposing your imperfections or flaws in the week ahead. Keep your pennies in your piggy bank and avoid impulsive spending.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): There may be some rust forming on someone’s trust. Doubts could creep in to erode a relationship in the early part of the week. If you have put your trust in someone or something it is necessary to have faith.

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NOTICE OF ANNUAL ELECTION FOR THE COMMISSIONERS OF FIRE DISTRICT NO. 2 IN THE TOWNSHIP OF JACKSON, COUNTY OF OCEAN

NOTICE is hereby given that the Commissioners of Fire District No. 2 in the Township of Jackson, County of Ocean, shall ask the legal voters of said fire district on Saturday, February 17, 2018, between the hours of 2:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. or longer if necessary, to approve or disapprove of the proposed 2018 Annual Budget. Said voting shall take place at the Miller Avenue Firehouse, 785 Miller Avenue, Jackson, NJ 08527.

The legal voters of said fire district shall also be asked to elect two (2) Commissioner(s) to said Board of Fire Commissioners for a three (3) year term.

The closing date for the filing of Petitions of Nominations to the Secretary of the Board relative to candidacy for said term shall be January 19, 2018.

All nomination petitions may be obtained from the Secretary of the Commissioners of Fire District No. 2 in the Township of Jackson, County of Ocean.

John Poppe II, Secretary/Clerk The Commissioners of Fire District No. 2 Township of Jackson, County of Ocean

wolfgang puck’s kitchen Cookie Time! This Quick Recipe Makes It Easy To Offer Fresh-Baked Sweets To Holiday Guests

By Wolfgang Puck

Fresh. Baked. Cookies. Spoken together, those three words conjure feelings of homey warmth and goodwill that are the very essence of the holidays.

Many people consider cookies served straight out of the oven (or, to be a little less evocative but more realistic, cooled briefly after baking) the stuff of family memories. The sweet scent permeates the whole kitchen, and often the rest of the house, with toasty aromas. And even when they’re cookies that also keep well in an airtight tin for days or weeks, oven-fresh ones seem to fill our senses with the most vivid flavors and - depending on the type of cookie - textures either crispy, chewy or soft.

But not all cookies lend themselves to last-minute baking or to being served soon after they leave the oven. Some, like bar cookies, need longer cooking and cooling times to set properly for cutting. Others, like sandwich cookies, filled cookies or elaborately decorated cookies, have more complicated recipe instructions that should include the dreaded words that appear on the boxes of too many children’s toys: Some assembly required.

None of those worries should concern you when you set out to make the following recipe for cinnamon sugar cookies. The simple, sweet, buttery dough itself takes just a few minutes to mix and then requires only a few hours of chilling; though you can keep it in the refrigerator for up to five days, ready to roll into balls and bake at the last minute when guests arrive. Shaping the dough and coating it with cinnamon sugar is also a fun activity in which you can involve willing visitors, who then have to wait no more than 15 minutes for the cookies to come out of the oven - and a few more minutes after that for them to cool.

How much easier could cookie baking be? The rewards - delicious rounds that are crisp but not too crisp, crumbly but not too crumbly, and rich but not overly rich, with subtle but noticeable aromas and flavors of vanilla and cinnamon - are far greater than any effort involved. You could also easily vary the cookies, if you like, by rolling out larger balls (be sure to place them farther apart), substituting another flavor extract for the vanilla, and even omitting the cinnamon sugar coating and instead icing the cookies any way you want after they’ve cooled.

Your options are almost limitless. But the wonderful results can always be summed up in just three words: Fresh. Baked.

Cookies.

CINNAMON SUGAR COOKIES Makes about 5 1/2 dozen 2 3/4 cups (685 mL) all-purpose flour

1 1/2 tablespoons ground cinnamon 1 1/8 teaspoons cream of tartar 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 8 ounces (250 g) unsalted butter, cut into small pieces, at room temperature 1 1/2 cups (375 mL) plus 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 2 large eggs 2 tablespoons vanilla extract In a mixing bowl, sift together the flour, 1/2 tablespoon cinnamon, cream of tartar, baking soda and salt. Set aside.

Put the butter in the large bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle or beaters; or in a large mixing bowl, using a hand-held electric mixer fitted with beaters. At medium speed, beat the butter until softened and smooth.

Add 1 cup (250 mL) plus 2 tablespoons of the sugar and continue beating at medium speed; then, when the sugar is fully incorporated, raise the speed to high and continue beating until the mixture is fluffy, stopping the beaters as needed to scrape down the side of the bowl and the beaters with a rubber spatula. Reduce the speed to low and gradually add the flour mixture, beating just until fully incorporated.

Scrape out the dough onto a clean, lightly floured work surface. With clean hands, form the dough lightly into a ball and wrap well in plastic wrap. Refrigerate until firm, at least 2 to 3 hours or as long as four to five days.

When ready to bake the cookies, position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat the oven to 350 F (175 C). Line one or two baking trays with parchment paper.

Remove the dough from the refrigerator.

In a small bowl, stir together the remaining 1/2 cup (125 mL) sugar and 1 tablespoon cinnamon, then spread the mixture on a small, flat plate. With clean hands, pinch off a mound of dough weighing about 1/2 ounce (15 g) each; then, roll it between your palms into a ball about 1 inch (2.5 cm) in diameter; roll the ball in the cinnamon sugar until evenly coated; and place it on the prepared baking tray. Continue the process, placing the balls about 2 inches (5 cm) apart.

When a baking tray is full of dough balls, bake until the cookies have spread and turned golden brown around the edges and slightly firm to a quick, careful fingertip touch, 14 to 15 minutes total time, reversing the trays front to back halfway through for even baking. With a wide spatula, remove the cookies from the trays and transfer to a wire rack to cool. If reusing a baking tray, cool slightly before arranging more balls of dough on it.

Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container at cool room temperature for up to three weeks.

(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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