2018-01-13 - The Toms River Times

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By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – Business administrator Paul Shives retired from public service on Jan. 12 after 41 years in public service.

P r e v i o u s l y, S h i v e s worked a s t he a d m i nistrator in Stafford and Wall townships. He came to Toms River in 2009.

“I’m blessed to have had the career I’ve had,” he said.

Granted, it came with a lot of challenges, the biggest one being when Superstorm Sandy hit in –Photo by Chris Lundy 2012. He said he’ll never Outgoing Business Administrator Paul Shives, third from right, is honored forget taking a ride over by the governing body at the Toms River Township Council re-organi- to the barrier island the (Business - See Page 7) zation meeting.

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By Chris Lundy and Kimberly Bosco OCEAN COUNTY – The first big snowstorm hit the area, costing a lot of money and making dangerous driving conditions.

The storm, with terms like “bombogenesis” and “bomb cyclone” attached to it, dumped tons of snow that, because of the high winds, have been hard to measure in inch count.

Berkeley Mayor Carmen Amato said parts of his town ended up with more than 18 inches of snow, which was the most of the region. This is in light of early predictions calling

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By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – At the end of 2017, the Township Council passed a few bond ordinances that will fund projects throughout the near future. Included in these ordinances are plans for new buildings, vehicles, and infrastructure improvements.

One ordinance appropriates $3,445,440, and bonds $3,273,168 for equipment and vehicles for the following departments: Public Works, Police, Township Engineer, Parks and Recreation. The items include an automated trash truck, roll off truck, robo cans, survey (Bond - See Page 5)

–Photos courtesy Ocean County The Sheriff’s Department Color Guard took place in the Pledge of Allegiance in a ceremony in the beginning of the meeting.

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By Kimberly Bosco OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders held their annual reorganization meeting on Jan. 3, where Gerry P. Little was elected as Freeholder Director and John C. Bartlett was named Deputy Director for the 2018 year.

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Snowstorm: Continued From Page 1 for between 4 and 8 inches.

“We had crews and private contractors out starting at 6 a.m. Thursday to begin plowing streets. This was in addition to our regular sanitation and recycling pick-ups that needed to be done first,” he said.

Amato noted that Berkeley is 42 square miles, with 271 miles of roads. In this are 300 courts, culs-de-sac and dead ends, which are more difficult to plow and require front end loaders. Given all that, it takes about 24-36 hours to get to all of the streets and move that much snow safely. It took about 100 pieces of equipment.

“The streets were done by Friday and the Courts were completed on Saturday,” he said. “Some areas had large snow drifts, over 3 to 5 feet, thanks to the 45 mph winds. It was extremely challenging for our staff.”

He thanked the town’s dedicated employees for all their hard work during the storm. He estimated that the total cost of the storm would be between $350,000 and $400,000. There is currently

Freeholders: Continued From Page 1 The reorganization meeting was made special this year by the Ocean County Sheriff’s Color Guard and the Ocean County Police Chiefs Association as they led the Pledge of Allegiance. This was a first for the county’s history, said Little. The moment was meant to signify the Board of Chosen Freeholders’

$500,000 allotted for snow in the 2018 budget.

Toms River, similarly, has about 600 miles of streets, Mayor Thomas Kelaher said. Some of these are county and state roads, but ultimately, there is a large amount of roadway to clear off.

There were about 260 pieces of equipment doing the work.

The cost of the storm is yet to be calculated, but the township spent $600,000 on the last storm of this nature, so he said he is expecting similar numbers.

Gov. Chris Christie called for a state of emergency, which meant that the only drivers on the road should be people responding to emergencies.

That didn’t stop everybody. Police departments had to state repeatedly to stay home.

“We are reiterating our previously issued no driving alert,” issued a statement from Ralph Stocco of the Toms River Police Department. “As the storm intensifies, numerous motorists have not heeded the warnings sent out. Our police officers are risking their own safety to respond to vehicles stuck in the snow, spin outs off of the road, and minor crashes. The vast majority of these drivers are not essential employees.”

Furthermore, when police asked why people were out in the snow, they were giving reasons that were not worth risking lives, such as buying items from a store or just wanting to see how bad it was.

Police need to be available to handle medical emergencies, he said.

“Tying up these officers unnecessarily could conceivably cost lives,” he said. “Please do not risk your health, our officers, or potential needless damage to your vehicle.”

Barnegat Township saw a high volume of calls during the sizeable storm as cars became stuck in the snow and snow-covered sidewalks made it hazardous for kids to walk to school.

About 90 percent of these trapped vehicles became stuck on county roads such as West Bay Avenue, Barnegat Boulevard, and Lighthouse Drive, according to Lt. Keith Germain of the Barnegat Police Department. Slippery snow-covered sidewalks and bus stops also created unsafe conditions for kids on their way to and from school.

“Our officers provided traffic monitoring and traffic control, shoveled sidewalks in high-traffic areas, and even picked up and drove about 10

students to school in situations where the students would have otherwise been forced to walk down the middle of the street in traffic,” said Germain.

According to the National Weather Service, Barnegat received about 8.5-10 inches of snow and Stafford Township received approximately 17.5”. Stafford was on the slightly lower end of the spectrum when it came to storm expenses, only spending an estimated $19,000 on salt, $16,000 on vehicle repair, $17,000 in payroll for the water and sewer department employees, and $53,000 in payroll for public works employees.

The National Weather Service predicted a total accumulation of 12 to 16 inches. Due to the heavy snowfall, visibility was less than a quarter mile, which made driving extremely dangerous. Winds were predicted to be from 25-35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.

Schools closed on Thursday and Friday, and some even had a delayed opening on Monday.

There was snowfall earlier in the season, but these were much less. Since they happened on the weekend, a lot of towns didn’t even need to plow those lesser storms.

support for local law enforcement in the county. The freeholders honored the work that county law enforcement agencies do for the local communities.

“They really protect our communities and keep our families safe,” said Little. “We greatly appreciate them.”

Little also outlined some of the major priorities that the board plans to focus on this year. First on this list is maintaining

the fiscal stability of taxpayer money. According to Little, the county has been very successful at maintaining a fiscally sound budget for some time.

“We up-fronted over $100 million for the clean-up costs of Superstorm Sandy,” back in 2012, he said.

Due to the stability of the budget, said Little, the county was able to up front a large sum of money to go towards the clean-up

effort after Sandy left the county ridden with massive debris and storm damage.

The county was able to do this while saving the taxpayers millions of dollars. Taxpayers later applied for Federal Emergency Management Agency grants that would reimburse them for the repairs and clean-up done following the storm and then paid it back to the county, said Little.

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Bond: Continued From Page 1 van, two Triplex greens mowers, two rear loaders with plows, a screener, three utility body crew trucks, two 4x4 pick-up trucks with plows, three wheel loaders, and some equipment for replacement vehicles.

A second ordinance appropr iated $7,547,750, and provided the issuance of $7,170,362 in bonds for various items: Opticom for the fire department, roof replacement for Town Hall and Public Works, resurfacing a playground, basketball, and tennis courts, sprinkler and well upgrades, fence replacement, boat ramp and related work at Gilford Park, improvements at municipal buildings, paving paths at the golf course and Winding River, and computer software and hardware.

This ordinance also includes an Opticom project, which came from a purchase in conjunction with the Joint Board of Fire Commissioners, business administrator Paul Shives said. These are the devices on emergency vehicles that change the traffic patterns so they get green lights. This is the township’s share to make sure that township vehicles are outfitted with it, such as the paid ambulance squad.

The designs of two buildings are also on this ordinance. One of them would be for the headquarters for the police fi rst aid squad, Shives said. The ambulances are parked outside the police department at night when not in use. They also need a redundant communication system in case of a power failure.

The new building will be located on

Freeholders: Continued From Page 2 Also on the to-do list for 2018 are improvements to roads, infrastructure, and stormwater projects. Little said that the county will be spending anywhere between $30-40 million on these projects in order to maintain and improve the largest county road system in New Jersey.

“We have 624 miles of roads…and 240 bridges that we maintain,” he said.

Two factors that Little also emphasized as very important to the board this year are the large senior citizen and veteran communities in the county.

“Ocean County has more senior citizens [and veterans] than any other county in New Jersey,” said Little.

With 140,000-160,000 senior citizens and 40,000-50,000 veterans, he noted that the county programs for these communities are designed specifically to help these large populations. Despite the unfortunate decrease in the veteran population as War II veterans pass away, according to Little, the focus on these two exceptionally large populations still remains strong for this year.

Another significant focus of the board will be tourism. “The tourism industry generates about $4 billion and 60,000-70,000 seasonal jobs,” said Little.

Although the jobs are seasonal, Little noted that they teach kids looking for summer work how to develop a good work ethic and

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The other building project is the first aid building in Ortley Beach. The ordinance provides for the “initial schematic design” for a new building. The old building came down after suffering damage from Superstorm Sandy.

There are challenges to building on this property, Shives said. It is a small piece of land, and they want to make the most of it.

The idea is to have a bay for an ambulance, another for fire apparatus, and a meeting room area over the bays.

A third ordinance would appropriate $3.6 million and bond $3,420,000 for paving and roadway projects.

The fourth ordinance would appropriate $650,000 and issue $617,500 in bonds for drainage improvements.

The difference between the amount of money appropriated - to be spent - and the amount that is being bonded is the township’s down payment.

The township spends about $3-3.5 million every year on paving projects, Shives said.

When it comes to paving and drainage, they prioritize the worst roads first.

The township seeks out grants or alternative funding for as many projects as possible, he said. One wrinkle is in the Ortley building. The Township Council had already started the steps to have the building demolished before Sandy did the job for them. That meant that the Federal Emergency Management Agency would not reimburse them for the project. However, if the building is to be flood-proofed, there is FEMA money available for that. immerse themselves better into the professional world. The board plans to dedicate time to maintaining and supporting the tourism industry of Ocean County because it is such an integral part of the economy.

Little is also very adamant about protecting the Joint Base McGuire - Dix Lakehurst. “The Joint Base is the largest employer in the state of New Jersey,” he said. “We are very active in working to protect that base from the ever-present issue of downsizing and consolidation.”

Little believes the base is a key for national defense as well as technological advancements.

Overall, for the New Year, Little said that the Board of Chosen Freeholders plans to continue working together effectively to enact programs and solve issues throughout the county. He said that, despite each freeholder working in their own individual department, they all make a great effort to come to agreements when working together because he believes it instills confidence in the people.

“We try to speak as one untied voice,” he said.

Little has been on the Board for 15 years, now taking the position of Director Freeholder. The longest serving member of the Board is Deputy Director Bartlett, serving for 39 years. Freeholder Joseph Vicari has been a member for 37 years and Freeholder John Kelly, 28 years. Freeholder Virginia Haines is the newest member having served for only 2 years.

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Business: Continued From Page 1 next day. The town had to design a program to bus people over to their properties because they were not allowed in the area without police.

“For 75 percent of the population, Sandy was over for them when the power came back on,” he said. Ortley Beach and the North Beaches are still feeling a lot of the effects, and the mainland properties that overlook the Barnegat Bay were also significantly affected.

He is retiring from the public sector, although he hinted that his career isn’t over yet.

Shives had taken over for Rober t Chankalian, Sr., after he had passed away from cancer. A search committee assisted by the League of Municipalities found Shives, who was working as the business administrator in Stafford, Mayor Thomas Kelaher said.

“It’s been a great 9 years. If I could chain him to the desk, I would,” he said.

“He’s been doing this for 41 years. You don’t need Google; you just open the door and ask him a question.

“He and I worked so closely for almost 10 years,” he said. “He’s the absolute best administrator in the state of New Jersey

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The Township Council commended him for his service, and gave him a painting of Town Hall, as a departing council member would receive.

A few months back, Shives had approached the mayor and indicated he was considering retiring.

He will be replaced by Donald Guardian, the former mayor of Atlantic City.

Guardian has already sat in on the Jan. 2 re-organization meeting.

When asked if Shives has any advice for his replacement, he repeated a quote that has been attributed to Art Rooney Sr., founding owner of the Pittsburgh Steelers: “Treat ever yone the same, give them the benefit of the doubt. But never let anyone mistake kindness for weakness.”

It’s a very public job, so the person who has this position needs to have broad shoulders, thick skin, and patience, he said.

Shives had glowing words for the mayor as well, considering him a “tremendous inf luence” on him.

“I can’t think of a better place to end 41 years than as an administrator here,” he said.

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY Letters To The Editor

F EATURED L ETTER Kaepernick’s Kneel Is A Love Of Country In protest of police brutality and racism, Colin Kaepernick refused to stand for the national anthem. It was an act of genuine patriotism, a genuine love of country.

Too many people make the mistake of equating patriotism with nationalism. The genuine patriot measures the rules of government against the will (The Golden Rule) of the Creator. Where there is agreement, the rules or norms are followed. Where there is disagreement, the will of the Creator is followed.

On the other hand, the nationalist places all authority in the hands of the political state. “My country, right or wrong,” is the shout of the nationalist.

The ultimate fallacy of this position was exposed at the Nuremberg trials when the German guard was asked, “Why did you kill all those people in the concentration camps ?” And the nationalist answer came back, “I was simply following orders.”

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Flood Insurance Bill Doesn’t Hold Water I don’t understand how any self-respecting New Jersey representative could support this legislation. We deserve a National Flood Insurance Program that prioritizes families and policy holders over private insurance companies, is affordable, funds accurate flood maps, and helps us to be prepared for future storms.

The legislation passed by the House does not fund flood maps. It says policy holders are “to exhaust all administrative options” before we file a claim in court.

It rewards the same private, “Write Your Own” insurance companies who were paid by taxpayers while they underpaid my family and thousands of others by allowing them to offer their own competing private products.

Why would Representatives MacArthur and Lance vote to weaken the NFIP and our protections? We thank the rest of our New Jersey representatives for saying no.

Joe Mangino, Co-founder, New Jersey Organizing Project

Tax “Scam” Should Not Have Passed Congressman MacArthur says he worked to save NJ taxpayers and that is such a pathetic joke.

He was the only representative from NJ to vote for this tax scam which will add over a trillion dollars to our deficit, 13 million people will lose insurance, and only the extremely wealthy will benefit.

What he fought for was pointless. Even if his provisions for property tax survive it doesn’t help! He “fought” for a property tax deduction up to $10,000; with the other deductions being taken away that is useless. A single individual will have a standard deduction of $12,000 and would use that instead.

Here is an example: A

Letters To The Editor person used to have $18,000 and it is actually a safer people voting in our elecin itemized deductions; now only has $6,000 property tax.

Using the standard deduction of $12,000; this person has lost $6,000 in deductions and more than $8,000 for the two personal exemptions that are also gone. The plan Congressman MacArthur voted for also raises the lowest tax rate to 12%, so the very least he just cost this person is $1,680. But, this person should feel great that MacArthur’s taxes will be the one to actually decrease.

The entire tax bill is a scam, but Rep. MacArthur’s act is a travesty.

Gail Cohn Toms River, NJ

Treat Cannabis Like Coffee There are going to be a lot of so-called experts suggesting how New Jersey can regulate legal cannabis, but most of these lawyers don’t understand the law themselves. The correct answer is solely to remove the state-level penalties from the New Jersey 2C Criminal Code, without regulating.

As long as cannabis remains a federally illegal substance, all state regulation is illegal (Michigan Canners & Freezers v. Agricultural Bd., 464 U.S. 548, 1984), all business licensing fees/pot specific taxes are considered money laundering under federal law (RICO), and any records of who is providing pot could be seized by the DEA for federal criminal prosecutions. Such record keeping as a condition of compliance violates the Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination (Leary v. U.S., 395 U.S. 6, 1969).

During the Obama years, many people would have laughed off these factual legal assertions. But with prohibitionist President Trump and Attorney General Jeff Sessions, these realities are not a joke.

We shouldn’t worry about an age requirement, as teenagers can already get cannabis easier than anyone,

alternative to alcohol. Let parents decide.

We should legalize cannabis like coffee, because no one has ever died from pot.

Rev. Dr. Eric Hafner Former Congressional Candidate Toms River

“Secret” Fire District Elections Believe it or not, Election Day is next month!

T he “secret ” elect ion s often have more than a million dollars at stake, a nd t hey af fect you r property taxes.

Voters in Brick, Jackson , L a kewo o d , Lit t le Eg g Ha r b or, Plu m st e d and Toms River should pay at tention. These Ocea n Cou nt y tow ns have f ire dist r icts that can raise money above and beyond the fund-raisi n g s ol i c i t a t i o n s t h e y s e nd you , a nd b e yond any money provided in municipal budgets. The d ist r ict s r aise most of their money by holding l it t le -k now n ele c t ion s on the third Saturday of Febr uary, probably at a firehouse near you.

Most voters are unawa re of t he elect ion s because f i re dist r icts are not required to mail sample ballots. You have to go to a firehouse to get infor mation about your district’s budget, ballot questions for big-ticket pu r ch a s e s , a nd c a nd idates for f ire com missioners. No wonder these elections have the lowest vo t e r t u r n o u t s of t h e year! For example, Lakewood, with over 100,000 people, had a special fire elect ion i n December that att racted only 109 voters to approve $1.3 million in spending.

The president of the New Jersey State Association of Fire Districts a d m it ted , “ T he Leg islat u r e h a s a lways h a d issues with not enough

tions, and people say it’s o n ly t h e f i r e m e n voting.” That’s why Assembly man Ronald Dancer ( R- O c e a n) s p o n s o r e d legislation, recently enacted into law, enabling (but not requiring) f ire dist r icts to move thei r elections to the Novembe r, a s wa s done w it h school boa rd elect ions years ago.

That would save taxpayers the cost of Februar y elections and shine some su n lig ht on the f ire f iefdoms that have kept property owners in the dark.

T h e n e w l aw a l s o encourages (but doesn’t require) districts to keep tax increases within the state’s 2% cap. Districts with November votes no longe r have t o of fe r a budget refe rendu m , a s long as increases don’t exceed the limit.

We all recognize that firefighters, whether volu nteers or paid, do a great job that’s essential to the com mu nit y, and they do it bravely. It’s the commissioners who have to stop operati ng u nder t he r a d a r, br i ng their pseudo-public operations into the 21st century, allow transparency so t axpayers will have adequate information to vote, and let them vote d u r i n g t h e N ov e m b e r general election.

It’s time to press your tow n’s f ire dist r icts to hold their an nual elections on the real Election D ay, n ot i f y t a x p aye r s who the candidates are for the paid commissioner jobs, and explain how they want to spend your money. Ask you r mayor and council to press them, too.

Be su re to vote on Saturday, February 17th b e t we e n 2 a nd 9 p.m . at your local firehouse.

Maybe next year it will be in November.

Rich Wieland Toms River

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TOMS RIVER–The Toms River Municipal Alliance coordinates substance abuse prevention programs, activities and events throughout the year for community members of all ages.

The Alliance often partners with the Toms River District Schools, the township’s Department of Youth Services and Senior Center, Ocean’s Harbor

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House, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ocean County, Children’s Home Society and the Family Success Center, the Ocean County Health Department, Barnabas Health, Prevention First, and other agencies and organizations.

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mission. Further community support is offered with information and referrals on substance abuse and related issues by calling the Alliance office directly.

The 2014-2019 Strategic Plan is the framework for the Toms River Municipal Alliance mission. This is a grant, funded by the Governor’s Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse and in-

cludes a 25 percent cash match from Toms River Township. State funds are generated through fines collected from those convicted of drug crimes.

The Municipal Alliance also provides a course called Systematic Training for Effective Parenting (S.T.E.P.), which is one of the most requested programs. It is funded by a coalition of Alliances including those of Toms River, Pine Beach, and Beachwood, with additional support from Ocean lnc./Head Start and Children’s Home Society/Family Success Center. S.T.E.P. is a 16 hour course that also satisfies the terms of some court orders. Courses run throughout the calendar year and information is available by calling the Alliance office directly.

Other Alliance popular programs include the Municipal Alliance Senior Health Fair, hosted annually by the Toms River Senior Center on Garfield Avenue in May. Numerous government, non-profit and private health care and social service providers offer free health screenings, services, and information for the age specific needs of seniors and their care givers. Admission is free and the day includes live entertainment and a picnic lunch.

For more information, a referral, request, or volunteer opportunities, please call Coordinator Helen McGovern at 732-341-1000 ext. 8474. Check this site tomsrivertownship.com/municipal-alliance for periodic updates on Alliance programs and activities.

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TOMS RIVER – NJ Blood Services, which supplies blood to 60 hospitals throughout the state, is in need of volunteers to work blood drives in Ocean and Monmouth counties, especially in the Toms River area.

The blood service volunteer is an integral member of its collection team. Volunteers would assist donors with registration, watch them in canteen for post-donation reactions, and how to respond to their needs. A blood service volunteer should have the ability to relate to the public, be able to perform different jobs as needed, and have the willingness to follow the rules.

For additional information, contact Manager of Community Relations Jan Zepka at 732-616-8741.

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The community was invited to come to this free event to submit donations to these non-profits. Guests were offered complimentary arts & crafts, an indoor S’mores bar, desserts and refreshments throughout the night. There was entertainment all night by Michele Calaguio, Multigenerational Orchestra, Garden State Philharmonic Orchestra, Zen Ballroom and Ocean County Jazz Band.

The non-profits raised over $20,000 in total.

Toms River Elks also donated an additional $5,000 in prize money to the top five trees.

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Players over the age of 55 from any NJ county or out of state are eligible to tryout.

For those looking to play a more recreational, less competitive type of Senior Slow Pitch Softball, the league also offers the Friday Tony Mantarro League.

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“Because of this unusually cold weather pattern, our crews have been fighting freezing temperatures, responding to outages, emergencies and repair ing multiple water leaks around the clock in our service territory,” said Jim Mastrokalos, Director of Operations. “It is critical that our residents know that these bitter cold temperatures can cause major plumbing ruptures, and customers must take immediate steps now in preventing possible fractures in their homes and businesses,” he added.

Mastrokalos added that although SUEZ crews are always ready and available in the event of emergencies throughout the service area, customers are responsible for plumbing on their own properties.

SUEZ recommends that customers run a constant, thin stream of tap water from a location farthest from the water meter to safeguard lines. Opening kitchen and bathroom cabinet doors to gradually allow warmer air to circulate around

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Mastrokalos said that because water expands as it f reezes, it potentially prevents water from f lowing properly, resulting in cracks to water lines. He added that if residents notice water leaks on their premises or in streets they should immediately contact the company’s customer service toll-free number at 1-877-565-1456 or its social media sites.

Household plumbing, water meters and pipes located on outside walls, basements or crawl spaces can also be affected, leading to costly repairs. To prevent pipes subject to cold or freezing from cracking or breaking, SUEZ advises to wrap them in commercial insulation or heat t ape available at local hardware stores. If a vacation is being planned it is important to set the thermostat to at least a minimal heat setting in homes and businesses to help protect pipes during temperature drops and changeability.

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Cops: Bank Robber Charged

By Chris Lundy PINE BEACH – A suspect has been arrested and charged in a bank robbery that occurred on Jan. 5, the day following the big snowstorm, police said.

Beth Ellen Brown, 54, of Toms River, was charged with robber y after she allegedly robbed a Santander Bank on Route 9 just after 3 p.m. Police said she gave the teller a note stating she had a gun and demanded cash. No weapon was shown and no one was injured in the incident.

Brown was located on Jan. 8 at the Pelican Hotel on Route 37 in Toms River after an investigation by Pine Beach Detective Anthony Pr uchnik, Toms River Police, the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office and Sheriff’s Department, and the Federal Bureau of

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Brown is being held in the Ocean County Jail pending a court appearance.

Pipe Bursts In Justice Complex

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – Water in a sprinkler pipe froze, causing it to burst and f lood portions of the Ocean County Justice Complex, officials said.

The building was evacuated when the fire alarms went off, detecting the pipe breaking. The building was closed to the public on Jan. 8 while the f lood was cleaned up, Ocean County Administrator Carl W. Block said. However, he said that the building should be open on Jan. 9.

In the cold weather, pipes exposed to the cold are more susceptible to freezing. This particular pipe is located in the outside overhang.

This is not connected to a pipe leak last year, when an inmate in the jail f lu shed it em s dow n t he toilet t hat caused a sewer pipe to break open.

A nyone who ha d been scheduled for any court function in the Justice Complex at 120 Hooper Avenue should contact the Administrative Office of the Courts at 732-929-2042.

SOMETHING CATCH YOUR EYE?

At one time or another, we all get something in our eye that has the potential to irritate or scratch the cornea. In order to evade corneal abrasion, it is important to avoid the natural reaction of rubbing the eye. While some experts advise gently dabbing a cotton swab on the eye in an effort to loosen the debris, this is also not a good idea. Instead, it is best to rinse the eye as soon as possible with running water. At the same time, keep blinking the affected eye, which may help dislodge the object. It may also help to gently pull the upper lid over the lower lid to allow the lower lashes to sweep the object away.

A healthy cornea is essential for good vision. In addition to disrupting vision, a scratched cornea makes your eye more susceptible to infection. This is why it’s important that you see your eye doctor or visit an emergency room or urgent care center as soon as possible if you suspect you have a corneal abrasion.

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Wiggles And Giggles Program

TOMS RIVER – Freeholder John C. Bartlett, Jr. announced that the Ocean County Department of Parks and Recreation will be conducting a “Wiggles and Giggles” program. This beginner class will teach simple moves, balance and listening to toddlers on safe soft equipment.

The class will be held in the Program Room of the Parks Administration Office in Toms River, on Tuesday, Jan. 23 from 1-1:45 p.m. The cost is $5 per child ages 3 to 5 years.

To register, send a check made payable to the “County of Ocean” to Ocean County Parks and Recreation, 1198 Bandon Road, Toms River, NJ 08753. Provide your name, address and daytime telephone number, along with program number (#433021-1B) when registering.

For more information or to receive a Parks & Recreation Newsletter call toll free 1-877-OCPARKS or visit our website at oceancountyparks.org.

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Local Bucknell Students Named to Dean’s List

JACKSON – Bucknell University has released the dean’s list for outstanding academic achievement during the fall semester of the 2017-18 academic year. A student must earn a grade point average of 3.5 or higher on a scale of 4.0 to receive dean’s list recognition. Congratulations to Lindsey Reist, Class of 2018, and Justin Volpe, Class of 2019 from Jackson!

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It’s More Than an Annoyance — It’s Misophonia

Chewing. Slurping. Sniffling. These everyday sounds can drive some of us crazy, and now we are one step closer to knowing why. Often misunderstood and misdiagnosed, misophonia is a soundprocessing disorder that many experience but don’t understand and don’t know what to do about.

About Misophonia -Misophonia (which translates roughly to hatred of sound) refers to strong reactions to specific sounds that can include anxiety, depression, difficulty concentrating, and obsessive-compulsive behavior.

The offending sounds are ones that happen in everyday life, making avoidance difficult.

Misophonics report anxiety, panic, and anger when exposed to trigger sounds. This compromises their ability to complete everyday tasks, be successful in the workplace, and engage in social interactions.

Causes -A 2017 study published in the journal Current Biology discovered that in misophonics, the part of the brain that joins our senses with our emotions — the anterior insular cortex — is overly active, and it’s connected differently to areas involved in remembering experiences, according to Dr. Sukhbinder Kumar, the lead researcher from the Institute of Neuroscience at Newcastle University. He tells The New York Times, “We think that misophonia may be heavily connected to recalling past memories, because people with misophonia have had very bad experiences.” Onset can occur in early childhood, with sensitivities becoming serious and affecting everyday coping usually between ages 8 and 14. If untreated, it can last a lifetime.

We do not know how many are affected, as it has only recently been diagnosed as a condition.

Treatment- Researchers do not know why specific sounds trigger such a negative reaction; Sukhbinder hopes to identify the brain signature of the trigger sounds, which will help with finding treatment. For now, he hopes misophonics will find relief in knowing that what they experience is an actual disorder.

Treatment has been most effective when based on a tinnitus-retraining therapy (TRT) model first introduced by Pawel J. Jastreboff, Ph.D.,

Sc.D., and Margaret M. Jastreboff, Ph.D., who coined the term misophonia in 2003. TRT, a combination of sound therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy, has proven effective in 83 percent of cases.

In TRT, pleasant environmental sounds or music are introduced into the patient’s ear canal.

The patient learns to create positive associations with sound and practice intentional rethinking of trigger sounds. Use of earplugs or music-streaming earbuds to block out offending noises is not recommended. This exacerbates the problem by increasing sensitivity to sound. It’s More Than an Annoyance — It’s Misophonia.

Dr. Izzy & Staff are always available to answer questions about serious hearing care issues.

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Sources: https://www.nytimes.com/2017/02/03/ health/sounds-people-hate.html. http://www. cell.com/current-biology/fulltext/S09609822(16)31530-5. Edelstein, M., Brang. D., Rouw, R. Ramachandran vs. Misophonia: Physiological Investigations and Case Descriptions.

Front Hum Neurosci. 2013;7:296. Jastreboff, P.J., Jastreboff, M.M. Components of Decreased Sound Tolerance: Hyperacusis, Misophonia, Phonophobia. ITHS News Lett. 2001;2,5-7.

Jastreboff, P.J., Jastreboff, M.M. Using TRT to Treat Hyperacusis, Misophonia and Phonophobia. ENT Audiol News. 2013;21:88-90.

Jastreboff, P.J., Jastreboff, M.M. Treatments for Decreased Sound Tolerance (Hyperacusis and Misophonia). Semin Hear. 2014;35:105-120.

Moller, A.R. Chapter 4: Misophonia, Phonophobia, and “Exploding Head” Syndrome. In A.R. Moller, B. Langguth, D. DeRidder, and T. Kleinjung (Eds.), Textbook of Tinnitus. 2001.

New York, NY: Springer. Schroder, A., Vulink, N., Denys, D. Misophonia: Diagnostic Criteria for a New Psychiatric Disorder. PLoS One. 2013;1e54706. Wu, M.S., Lewin, A.B., Murphy, T.K., Storch, E.A. Misophonia: Incidence, Phenomenology, and Clinical Correlates in an Undergraduate Student Sample. J Clin Psychol.

2014;70:994-1007.

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Evelyn Velazquez Named To Dean’s List At Lebanon Valley College

TOMS RIVER – Evelyn Velazquez of Toms River is one of more than 700 Lebanon Valley College students named to the Dean’s List for the fall 2017 semester.

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of at least 3.4 out of 4.0.

Velazquez, a graduate of Toms River High School North, is pursuing a bachelor of science in exercise science at The Valley.

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

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Couples have plans, but after the C word is dropped, those plans change to unite a couple in the medical process. After skin cancer, prostate cancer is the most widespread cancer among men, affecting one in seven every single year. Prostate cancer is also the third leading cause of cancer death, after lung and colorectal cancer, according to the American Cancer Society. The good news today is some significant strides are being made in the prevention of prostate cancer as well as the treatment of advanced prostate cancer.

In fact, we have now learned that one remarkable nutrient can have wondrous cancer fighting and preventative properties for all kinds of cancers. You might have thought vitamin C or D3, but you’d be wrong. It’s actually vitamin K2.

Vitamin K2 is proving to be a marvelous ally in the war on prostate cancer.

In fact, K2 along with vitamin D3, work harmoniously together for a wide range of diseases. Higher levels of K2 and higher intake of K2 are associated with lower prostate cancer risk, and vitamin K2 deficiency status has been found in most men with aggressive prostate cancers.

Researchers for the European Prospective Investigation into Cancer and Nutrition (EPIC) have also found that increasing one’s intake of vitamin K2 may lower the risk of getting prostate cancer dramatically by up to 35%. With a one in seven risk of developing prostate cancer within their lifetime, this is

an encouraging discovery! But because we’re talking about a vitamin, I’m sure you won’t see commercials about it. And K2 is not something you have to buy, it’s commonly found in foods that most of us already enjoy like salads, green vegetables, green superfoods, as well as some meat and cheese. There are also supplements that are sold without prescription, at health food stores, however I encourage you to ask your physician if these are right for you, as K2 can interfere with blood-thinning medications.

For people on the healing process with cancer, their number one goal is to stop the spread of cancer to other organs and tissues, termed metastasis. When prostate cancer is caught early on, before it has spread to many other organs, the interventions are more useful.

Vitamin K2 has also proven to have neuroprotective effects upon the brain, preventing Alzheimer’s and dementia, to shuttle calcium out of the arteries and to the bones, where it hardens and strengthens them, helps wounds and bones to heal faster, improves the skin, and now hear this, reverses wrinkles as well.

Vitamin K2 is found in foods such as dairy products, meat, and dark leafy greens like salads, Swiss chard, spinach, and other greens. It is found in very high concentration in a popular Asian fermented soy dish called Natto. Other foods high in vitamin K2 include ground beef, liver, chicken as well we cheese, egg yolks and butter.

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Girls On The Run Of Central NJ Seeks Volunteers NEW JERSEY – Girls on the Run of Central New Jersey is in need of more coaches to ensure that every girl in our service area will have an opportunity to participate in its transformative program this spring. This program is k nown throughout Middlesex, Somerset, Monmouth, Ocean and Camden counties for its positive youth development program designed to empower local girls in 3rd through 8th grade Girls who participate in the program develop and improve competence, feel conf ident in who they are, develop strength of character, respond to others and oneself with care, create positive connections with peers and adults, and make a meaningful contribution to community and society. It is the combination of the research-based curriculum, trained coaches and a commitment to serve all girls that sets Girls on the Run apart from other after-school programs.

A recent independent study conducted

by Maureen R. Weiss, Ph.D., a leading expert on youth development, provides compelling evidence that Girls on the Run is highly effective at driving transformative and lasting change in the lives of young girls. In 2017, the National Afterschool Association (NAA) selected Girls on the Run as one of the most influential

programs in health and wellness.

Girls on the Run of Central NJ, is in need of coaches in Middlesex, Somerset, Monmouth, Ocean and Camden counties.

You don’t need to be a runner; you just need to be interested in connecting with, and empowering the next generation of young girls.

Meeting twice a week for 75-90 minutes, volunteer coaches utilize the curriculum to engage small teams of girls in fun, interactive lessons. The program culminates with all teams in Central NJ participating in a celebratory 5K, either in Fair Haven on Sunday June 3 or in downtown Somerville on Sunday June 10.

Volunteer coaches do not have to be runners but must complete a background check and participate in the Girls on the Run online and in-person training workshop. This training qualifies for continuing education credits.

Girls on the Run of Central NJ, spring coach registration is now open. To learn more about empowering our local girls or register to be a coach mentor please visit gotrcnj.org/coach to sign up and get more information. You can also call Donna at 908-285-9202 or Lynn at 732406-0179, or email them at donna.york@ GirlsontheRun.org or Lynn.Sherman@ GirlsontheRun.org.

Northeast Regional Collegiate Challenge Date Change TOMS RIVER – There has been a change in the date of this year’s Northeast Regional Collegiate Challenge. It is now being held on Saturday, January 27, 2018, at 9 a.m., at Playdrome Lanes.

The reason behind the change was to try to accommodate those teams who had conflicts with our original date and were looking to potentially compete in the tournament but couldn’t due to scheduling conflicts. The tournament is open to all collegiate bowling men’s and women’s teams and is sanctioned by the USBC-Collegiate Division.

Any interested teams are encouraged to send checks in for $150 and send line ups to St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 180 Route 539 in Whiting, ATTN: William Bodine - Tournament Director. Teams now have until Saturday, January 20, 2018 to send in registration forms and checks. We are expecting a great turnout and recommend guaranteeing your place early.

For more information please call William Bodine at 732-814-6683, St. Stephen’s Parish Office at 732-350-2121 or Playdrome Lanes at 732-349-5345. You can also email wbodine3@gmail.com.

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R.C. Shea & Assoc.

Inside The Law Title Insurance: Why Every Purchaser Needs It

Robert C. Shea Esq.

By Michael J. Deem, Esq, of R.C. Shea and Associates

Many people ask their attorneys, “what is a title search and why do I need title insurance?” Next to having the appropriate funding to purchase your new home, ensuring that the home you intend to purchase has clean or clear title is essential. All mortgage companies require clear title. It is important to ensure that you have title insurance in the event a title issue arises after you have purchased the home.

Title searchers review old deeds, mortgages and wills at the County Clerk’s office to trace the ownership history of the property. They look for any current or past mortgages, liens or judgments on the property that have not been discharged as well as whether there are any tax liens or unpaid municipal utility bills. The title searchers will also examine the chain of title to confirm that the seller’s ownership rights have not been affected and that the sellers are, in fact, selling you a home without any adverse possessory or equitable interests such as pending litigation or easements. These examples are endless, but the title company performing the search has the expertise to find all relevant concerns prior to the purchase.

Once the title company completes its search it will issue an insurance policy after closing which will insure you and your lender should anyone at any time in the future come knocking on your door claiming an ownership or possessory interest in your property. Should this occur, the title company will step- in and provide you with a legal defense and assume the costs of any litigation. This coverage is similar to automobile insurance after you have become involved in an automobile collision. After an automobile collision, your automobile insurer will provide you with legal assistance and take corrective mea-

sures in the event you are sued. Fortunately, unlike automobile insurance Michael J. Deem where you pay your premium annually, monthly or quarterly, your title insurance premium is paid only once at the time of closing and this one time premium will provide insurance coverage for as long as you own the home.

It is also important to note that if you have a mortgage you need to obtain both a Lender’s and Owner’s policy. The Lender’s policy covers the mount of the mortgage that is due at the time any claim is made. An Owner’s policy covers your ownership interest, which is a relatively inexpensive addition to the policy premium. In New Jersey, title insurance is usually paid by the buyer. After closing the buyer’s attorney may need to perform additional legal tasks to complete the conditions of the title policy such as filing additional deeds and discharge of mortgages. The purchaser will receive the final title policy in the mail approximately 6-8 weeks after closing.

While all of this may be overwhelming, we at R.C. Shea and Associates can help you through the process. The law firm of R.C. Shea & Associates, Counsellors at Law, is a full service law firm representing and advising clients in the areas of Wills and Trusts, Estate Litigation, Personal Injury, General Litigation, Real Estate, Medicaid, Medical Malpractice, Workers’ Compensation, Land Use and Planning, Powers of Attorney and much more. Call or visit our office Toms River office at 732-505-1212, 244 Main Street, Toms River, email us at Rshea@rcshea.com or visit our website at rcshea.com.

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Pageant Looking For Contestants NEW JERSEY – “Women our age, 60 and over, are not declining, we‘re celebrating!” is the theme for the Ms. New Jersey Senior America Pageant 2018. Harrah’s Resort Hotel & Casino will host the annual event on June 6 in the Superstar Theater.

The Pageant is the search for that gracious lady, who best exemplifies the dignity, maturity and inner beauty of all senior Americans. There are four judging categories which include: Evening Gown, Philosophy of Life, Talent, and

Judges Interview. After winning the State title, the Queen becomes the delegate from New Jersey, and will participate in the Ms. Senior America Pageant 2018.

The National Pageant will be held in October at Resorts.

To become a contestant, contact Terry Meade, State Pageant Director, at 609-4433039, or 908-216-8534 or email tbm5201@ aol.com.

To learn more about the MSNJSA Pageant, visit newjerseysenioramerica.org and msnewjerseysenioramerica.blogspot.com.

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RIVERFRONT DENTAL CARE WELCOMES DR. SINIKKA KAZANJIAN! Dr. Rella and Dr. Stein are excited to announce that Dr. Sinikka Kazanjian has joined our team at Riverfront Dental Care. Dr. Kazanjian received her doctorate of medical dentistry from the University of Pennsylvania, then continued her training as chief resident at Monmouth Medical Center.

Dr. Kazanjian's caring personality along with her clinical expertise has allowed her to develop lasting relationships with patients in Ocean County over the past 16 years. Her compassion for patient care results in optimal dental health in achieving a beautiful smile.

She was born and raised in Piscataway, NJ and currently resides in Toms River with her husband Greg and 3 beautiful children.

Dr. Rella and Dr. Stein believe that her commitment to excellence will be an asset to our dental practice. We welcome the opportunity for you to meet her.

Please contact our office and schedule an appointment.

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Ocean County Offers Help To Seniors During Winter Weather

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OCEAN COUNTY – As we remain in the grips of harsh winter weather, Ocean County wants to make certain that its senior population, in particular the frail and homebound, is prepared for the extreme cold.

“While snowy weather and plunging temperatures have an effect on everyone, the elderly are often more susceptible to the dangers of winter,” said Ocean County Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari, who serves as Chairman of Senior Services.

“We cannot stop the winter weather from coming. But we can be prepared for it.”

With about 170,000 seniors calling Ocean County home, Vicari urges any senior who is in need of assistance to contact the Ocean County Office of Senior Services at 732929-2091 to determine what kind of help may be available.

For those seniors having trouble meeting their utility bills, Vicari urged seniors to contact the Office of Senior Services for information on the 2017/2018 Energy/Utility Discount Programs.

For example, Universal Service Fund is a federally funded program to assist low-income households with their heating bills. Eligibility is based on household size and monthly income. Applications will be automatically sent to those who received a heating benefit last year.

Lifeline is another program that offers assistance to persons who meet the PAAD eligibility requirements for 2017-2018.

Lifeline benefits are provided for electricity and natural gas.

“These are just two of the many programs available that can help provide assistance in paying utility bills,” said Vicari, who serves as chairman of Senior Services.

If you are not a Home Energy Assistance/ Universal Service Fund recipient and would like to apply, call the Office of Senior Services at 732-929-2091 or 1-800-668-4899.

If you are already a recipient and have any questions, please contact O.C.E.A.N., Inc. at 732-244-9041.

Vicari urges residents to check in on their elderly neighbors, family members and friends.

He also noted that seniors participating in the County’s nutrition program are checked on daily when their meal is delivered.

During inclement weather, additional meals are usually delivered before an impending storm so the senior will have food in the house should drivers be unable to get to them.

“For instance, we anticipate additional meals to be delivered this week as the weather forecast includes possible snow,” he said. “The Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders with Community Services Inc., our nutrition program provider work diligently in making sure seniors are taken care of during all kinds of weather.”

Vicari cautioned seniors who venture out during harsh weather to be mindful of ice.

According to the National Institutes for Health, more than 1.6 million older Americans go to the emergency room each year for fall-related injuries. One of the major causes of a fall is ice and black ice which can occur without warning.

To lessen the chances of a fall, be cautious of footwear and make arrangements to have even a simple handrail installed to provide the necessary support to help maintain balance and keep you from falling.

As we age, our sense of touch also declines. Arthritis, diabetes, poor circulation, and a multitude of other conditions can cause lack of feeling for older adults, especially in the extremities. Some people may not be as aware of the change in temperature as they need to be.

To prevent hypothermia, keep your home’s thermostat set at 68 degrees or above, dress in layers of loose fitting clothing and keep your head covered when you are outdoors.

A great deal of heat is lost when your head is exposed. As we age our skin becomes thinner and drier, thus more prone to tears.

Certain medications can even affect the lining of your nose, creating an increased risk for nose bleeds. Keep the dangers of dryness low by using a humidifier to keep the air moist, drink plenty of water and eat foods high in water content like soups and vegetables, and moisturize your skin daily with creams or lotions.

“There are some simple steps we can take to keep us safe as we weather the cold,” Vicari said. “And there also is help available through the Office of Senior Services.”

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CLASSIFIEDS Real Estate

Help Wanted

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.

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For Rent 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) Adult 55+ CommunityHomestead Run - Toms River. 1 & 2 BR homes available. Clubhouse & Activities.

Call 732-370-2300.

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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)

Auto For Sale 2010 Chevy Cobalt LS - Black, 2 door, 4 cylinder. Auto. PB, PS, CD, Air. 30MPG. Only 44K. Holiday City. $6,200. 732-604-2704.

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Personals Europian lady - American citizen.

Honest, faithful, careful, looking for serious man 65-80 years old to build strong stable relationship with love respect. 973-204-0108.

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

9:30 am to 12 or 1 - 4 pm. Salary and bonus. Call 848-222-4887.

(7) Help Wanted Borough Of Lakehurst - Full-time Public Works laborer. $10 per hour. Valid driver’s license with good record required.

Applications can be obtained at Borough Hall, 5 Union Avenue, Lakehurst, NJ 08733. EOE. (5) 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.

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) Ramblin Acres Kennel in Jackson is looking to hire full and part time employees. Experience with animal care is recommended and must be willing to work weekends. Please call 732-370-8628 to inquire.

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

Call Dave 732-657-4421.

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Services All In 1 Handyman/General Contracting - Painting, kitchens, bath, basements, etc. Remodeled, flooring, carpentry, roofing, siding, windows, doors, gutters, etc. “Any to do list.” No job too big or small, we do it all. $ave - Veterans discount. Call Clark 732-850-5060. (t/n) BUY DIRECT FLOORING 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) 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.

(8) My 2 Girls Cleaning Service Fall Cleaning Specials - A package to meet all your needs. Bonded and insured. Same teams.

Please call Donna at 732-9148909 or 732-232-7058.

(7) 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)

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) Bobs Waterproofing - Basement and crawlspace waterproofing. Mold testing, removal and prevention. Family owned. Fully licensed and insured.

Call Bob 732-616-5007. (t/n)

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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) Single Storm Doors – You supply, I install. $85 and up. 732-580-9120.

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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) Personal Care Companion For You Live-in, live-out. Overweight care. Veteran care. Senior care. Great references. drivers license. 973-204-0108. (4) RC Hammer Home Improvement/ Handyman - Experienced in all phases of home repair/improvements. Reasonable rates. Reliabel work. No job too small. Insured.

NJ LIC #13VH07304600. Call Ric 908-330-6146.

(5) PT/FT - Experience a must for busy Deli/Bakery/Lottery. Bakery/ Lottery could be F/T. Toms River area. 732-286-2665.

(5) 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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Registration Open for Barnegat Bay Master Naturalist Course

BARNEGAT BAY– If you enjoy learning about the wildlife, ecology, and traditions of the Barnegat Bay and sharing what you’ve learned with others, then the Barnegat Bay Volunteer Master Naturalist Program is for you. Registration is now open for the spring 2018 training course offered by the Barnegat Bay Partnership (BBP) through the Ocean County College Continuing and Professional Education Department.

Led by Barnegat Bay educators Becky Laboy and Grace Anne Taylor, the course will get participants outside and on the water for a true Barnegat Bay experience.

Topics will include marine life in the bay; important habitats such as seagrasses and wetlands; birds and other animals of the watershed; native plant identification; forest resources; soil health; Pinelands ecology; and Barnegat Bay history, culture, and traditions. During field trips to local parks and nature centers, participants will hike, kayak, seine, photograph, and collect data

with experienced naturalists and field ecologists. The course also includes training in the skills volunteers need to help educate others about the bay.

The course dates will be from April 11 to May 23, 2018 with eight sessions – two Wednesday evening classroom sessions (7 to 9 p.m. on April 11 and May 23) and six Saturday field trips (9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on April 14, 21, and 28 and May 5, 12, and 19).

Visit ocean.edu/cpe.htm to view the course description and to register.

After taking the course, participants can maintain their certification as Barnegat Bay Master Naturalists by completing annual approved volunteer and continuing education hours. Check out the activities of the 76 volunteers already helping throughout the watershed on the BBP Master Naturalist Course Facebook page.

For more information about this program, visit barnegatbaypartnership.org or contact Karen Walzer at kwalzer@ocean.edu.

Snowman Photo Contest TOMS RIVER – Ocean County Parks and Recreation Department is conducting a Snowman Photo contest. Design and create your best snow sculpture this winter, send us a photo, and you could win a fun prize!

Awards will be given for the most original and best traditional snowman and “Just for Kids under five.” All snowmen must be built this winter season.

Mail your photo to: Ocean County Parks and Recreation, 1198 Bandon Road, Toms River, NJ 08753 Attn: Active Recreation.

Photos cannot be returned. You can also email entry to LONEILL@co.ocean.nj.us.

The entry deadline is March 31. The Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders sponsors this contest. Visit the web site at oceancountyparks.org.

VFW Post 8352 Meetings TOMS RIVER – The VFW Post 8352 meets the fourth Wednesday of each month at 12:30 p.m., 39 Millbrook Drive. Lunch is served.

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Teen Club at Ocean County Family Success Center TOMS RIVER – Join the Ocean County Family Success Center beginning Jan. 9 for Teen Club!

Teen Club is a fun and safe place for teens to learn and socialize with each other. Learn how to deal with drama, and manage onli ne safet y, feeli ngs and self- discover y. T here will also be volunteering opportunities, music, arts and crafts, games, guest speakers,

and more!

Teen Club encourages teens to explore their own interests and make new friends in a positive atmosphere.

Join every Tuesday from 5-6:30 p.m. at the Ocean County Family Success Center, 1433 Hooper Ave, Suite 121.

For more information or to register call Catherine at 732-557-5037 ext. 214 or email csandoval@chsofnj.org.

Winter Beach Blast At The Ocean County Mall

TOMS RIVER – Freeholder John C. Bartlett, Jr. announced that the Ocean County Department of Parks & Recreation will be conducting a Winter Beach Blast. Get out you r t ropical shirts and head out to the Ocean County Mall on Hooper Avenue on Saturday, January 13.

The Center Court will be transformed into a tropical paradise, as the Ocean County Parks and Recreation Depart-

ment hosts the event. The event will be held from 1-2:30 p.m. and will include a number of free activities. Families can participate in games, crafts, hula-hoop, and dancing. Music and dancing will be provided by the local radio station, WOBM and Buster from the Lakewood BlueClaws will be joining in the games.

For more i n for mat ion cal l 1-877-OCPARKS or visit the website at oceancountyparks.org.

Department Of Parks TOMS RIVER – The Department of Parks, Buildings & Grounds is responsible for maintaining 18 township buildings, 13 parks and beach front. These responsibilities range from trash removal to major building systems/component replacement.

For all after hours emergencies, please email the Departments Director/Deputy

Director or in an extreme emergency, contact the Toms River Police Department at 732-349-0150.

For information pertaining to use or scheduling of park facilities, contact the Recreation Depar t ment at 732341-1000, ext. 8415 or e-mail kfalke@ tomsrivertownship.com.

Downtown Toms River Winter Farmers Market

TOMS RIVER – Beginning Jan.3, 2018 you can visit the Downtown Toms River Winter Farmers Market! The fi rst Wednesday of every month, January through May, shop for fruits, vegetables, baked goods, herbs, spices, Italian spe-

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The market is located indoors at The Downtown Shops, 53 Main Street. For more information call 732-341-8738 or visit downtowntomsriver.com.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast

For the week of january 13 - january 19

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (Mar 21-Apr. 19): Apply brainpower to business ideas or projects and employ the latest technology. Email and software can be valuable tools. You may lose ground if you are too competitive or aggressive in the week ahead.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Every attraction does not constitute true love. A casual flirtation that seems quite fascinating now might repel you by the end of the week or cause some sort of disruption. Focus on work rather than your co-workers.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Your mind spins with original ideas and you are happy to discuss them. You may be pushed to make a key decision but should wait until things settle down late in the week. Consider funding via a social media website.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Those in close connection may be focused on climbing the ladder of success as this week unfolds. Don’t distract partners by promising more than you can deliver or inadvertently waste someone’s precious time.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Under some conditions in the week ahead you may be tempted to take unreasonable risks with your money and heart. Avoid taking drastic steps or letting your passions rule your head. Avoid confrontations and disputes.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Brilliant is as brilliant does. In the week to come you might be given a chance to show off your intelligence and high ideals. Avoid spending too much on entertainments or hobbies, just to compete with others.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): A good relationship can outlast a brief skirmish. Strive to create harmony rather than letting a minor clash of opinions put you and a loved one at odds.

Displaying flirtatious ways can cause jealousy in the week to come.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Don’t lecture to an empty auditorium. Something that strikes you as important and activates your enthusiasm could encourage you to drag out the soapbox.

Your preaching might fall on deaf ears in the week ahead.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Sit still and hold on tight. Your financial boat might rock in the coming week, so don’t go overboard.

Ingenious ideas or new technologies might seem feasible but could be too expensive to implement.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Don’t scratch an itchy trigger finger. A valuable relationship might be turned topsy-turvy by an issue that will turn out to be a mere tempest in a teacup. Strive for cooperation, not aggravation, this week.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Stick to what you know. You might have the urge to experiment with something new or try innovative methods just for fun. With investment issues in the week ahead, don’t test the waters, but get advice from partners.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Go ahead and make contact. The attractive person who is on your mind might be thinking about you as well. In the week ahead tighten your belt where spending is concerned and buy only things of solid value.

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wolfgang puck’s kitchen Fortify Yourself During Winter With This Easy Garlic Soup Recipe

By Wolfgang Puck CREAM OF GARLIC SOUP Serves 6 For the soup: 2 cups (500 ml) peeled garlic cloves 1 large baking potato, about 3/4 pound (375 g), peeled and cut into 1-inch (2.5-cm) cubes 2 cups (500 mL) super-quick rich chicken stock (recipe follows) or good-quality canned chicken or vegetable stock or broth Kosher salt Freshly ground white pepper 3/4 cup (185 mL) heavy cream Chopped chives (optional garnish)

Meanwhile, prepare the basil oil: Put the basil, parsley, and oil in a blender and blend until smoothly pureed.

Pour through a fine-meshed strainer into a glass bowl; set aside. Rinse out the blender thoroughly.

Working in batches if necessary to avoid overfilling, transfer the soup to the blender and blend until smoothly pureed, carefully following the manufacturer’s instruction to avoid spattering. Transfer the soup to a clean saucepan and gentle rewarm over low heat, adjusting the seasonings to taste.

To serve, ladle the soup into heated bowls. Drizzle with a small spoonful of basil oil, refrigerating the remainder in an airtight container. You can also garnish with chopped chives, if you wish.

SUPER-QUICK RICH CHICKEN STOCK Makes about 3 quarts (3 L)

For the basil oil: 1/4 cup (60 mL) packed fresh basil leaves 1/4 cup (60 mL) packed fresh Italian parsley leaves 1 cup (250 mL) extra-virgin olive oil First, blanch the garlic: Put the garlic cloves in a medium saucepan and add cold water to cover. Bring to a boil over high heat; reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Drain well.

Return the garlic cloves to the pan, add the potatoes and stock, and season lightly with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil; reduce the heat and simmer until the potatoes are tender enough to piece easily with a fork or sharp knife tip, about 20 minutes.

Pour in the cream. Over medium heat, bring back to a gentle boil.

3 quarts (3 L) low-sodium store-bought chicken stock or broth 1 medium yellow onion, peeled and cut into chunks 1 medium carrot, peeled and cut into chunks 1 medium celery stalk, trimmed and cut into chunks 1 sprig fresh thyme 1/2 bay leaf 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns 1 medium leek, trimmed, halved lengthwise, thoroughly rinsed, and cut into chunks In a small stockpot or large saucepan, combine all the ingredients. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, skimming frequently. Reduce the heat and simmer gently for about 30 minutes. Strain before use.

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