2018-03-10 - The Toms River Times

Vol. 15 - No. 41

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Officials Discuss Prevention Of School Shootings

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By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER - Remember last year, when beach replenishment efforts took place during the summer, closing portions of the beach at a time? That’s going to happen again.

The State Department of Environmental Protection and the Army Corps of Engineering have given local towns a schedule for when the beach replenishment is going to take place. However, they warned it could change due to factors such as weather.

According to the latest update, these are the projected times for the beaches to be replenished: • Bay Head: mid-June to early August.

• Brick: mid-March to late June.

• Lavallette: late August to late November.

• Mantoloking: expected to be done soon.

• Mantoloking northern area (Approximately 2000 feet north of Herbert Street to Bay Head): late June to late (Dune - See Page 5)

–Photo by Jennifer Peacock Beach replenishment efforts are scheduled to go on in Ortley Beach this summer.

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – There have been many discussions on how to prevent a school shooting like the one that left 17 dead at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, and officials said action will be taken from these discussions.

During a recent Township Council meeting, resident Tim Williamson asked what could be done in Toms River to prevent another Parkland.

Williamson and Councilman George Wittmann Jr., who was running the meeting, brief ly (School - See Page 2)

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Inside The Law Time To Review Your Will

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Police Chiefs: School Security, Opioids Top Issues

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–Photos by Jennifer Peacock Left: Brick Township Police Chief James Riccio addresses students and the public at an educational session at Ocean County College. Right: Toms River Police Chief Mitch Little discussed school safety at a session where local chiefs discussed law enforcement topics at Ocean County College.

By Jennifer Peacock OCEAN COUNTY – Drugs and guns and related crimes. The problems facing Ocean County police haven’t changed too much from last year, when they convened for (Chiefs - See Page 4)

WOBM Celebrates 50 Years

By Jennifer Peacock TOMS RIVER – 92.7 WOBM almost never happened. It involves FCC rules about frequencies and Ocean County being sandwiched between major markets like New York, Philadelphia, and even Trenton and Atlantic City.

But expensive land in the Philly forced a move for its 92.5 FM station—today known as WXTU—that allowed for WOBM to land on the dial where it does.

“And while other radio stations came to Ocean County later (some due to FCC rule relaxations during the 1980s), all of them had to be placed far south of Toms River (toward Manahawkin) to protect New York City FM stations 0.2 MHz away – resulting in less signal over fewer people,” WOBM chief engineer Tom Trembly shared. “To this day, WOBM is the only Ocean County FM station (WOBM - See Page 5)

–Photo courtesy WOBM Bob Levy takes calls during his Topic A show.

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–Photo courtesy of Toms River Regional Schools Officials met to discuss school safety: (from left) Pine Beach Police Chief Matthew Petrecca, Toms River Police Chief Mitch Little, South Toms River Police Chief Andrew Izatt, South Toms River Sgt. William Kosh, Toms River Superintendent David Healy, Beachwood Police Chief Robert Tapp; Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Chief of County Detectives Glenn M. Miller, Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato, Toms River assistant superintendent Marc Natanagara.

School: Continued From Page 1 discussed a committee of people to advise officials about how to prevent violence.

Police, school officials, and mental health professionals could be on this board.

Wittmann also asked the council to pass a resolution that would urge the state to form a subcommittee to set standards for school safety. He also noted that the AR-15, the weapon used in Parkland, is banned from sale in New Jersey.

Also during this meeting, resident Christopher Raimann, who is on the Board of Education, said he sleeps better at night with confidence in the local police department.

Prior to this meeting, school and police officials met to discuss these issues soon after Parkland.

Police officials from Toms River, Pine Beach, South Toms River, Beachwood, and the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office met with school district officials, according to a press release. Pine Beach, South Toms River, and Beachwood all have elementary schools that are part of the Toms River Regional School District.

“School safety is a constant conversation at Toms River Regional Schools,” Superintendent David Healy said.

The officials discussed how to improve

upon security already in place and how to strengthen communication.

Realistically, all the planning in the world might not be enough to stop an act of random violence, the press release said. However, there are ways to make the everyone safer. Toms River schools have a number of drills throughout the year, keep doors locked with a speaker to address someone who wants to come in, and communicating emergency plans with emergency workers.

“I’ve observed firsthand how our children and staff react to school emergencies and/or drills,” said Healy. “I am always reassured and impressed by the steadfast adherence to the procedures that we have all trained for on multiple occasions and the responsiveness of our local law enforcement agencies.”

“These meetings highlight the outstanding cooperation between Ocean County Schools and law enforcement,” Prosecutor Joseph Coronato said. “Beyond the implementation of past security initiatives, they have produced immediate additional measures in the wake of the tragic Parkland shootings. Moving forward, our continued conversations will explore both short and long term initiatives to continually strengthen school safety.”

For more information about school safety, contact Toms River Regional Schools at 732-505-5500.

NJ Cemeteries & Tombstones: History In The Landscape TOMS RIVER – Join us on Sunday, March 25, 2018 at 2 p.m. at the Ocean County Historical Society, 26 Hadley Ave. in Toms River for an informative and entertaining talk by Dr. Richard Veit, Chair of the History and Anthropology Department at Monmouth University.

Dr. Veit will tell us about his research on NJ cemeteries and tombstones. From the earliest memorials used by Native Americans to the elaborate structures of the present day, Dr. Veit uses grave mark-

ers to take an off-beat look at NJ’s history that is both fascinating and unique.

He will describe burial places from High Point to Cape May and from the banks of the Delaware to the Jersey Shore, to explain what cemeteries tell us about people and the communities in which they live.

There is no admission fee, but donations are accepted. Refreshments will be served. For more information call 732-341-1880.

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Continued From Page 1 the first-ever police chiefs panel at Ocean County College. In its second year now, nine chiefs from around the county talked to criminal justice majors and the public about what’s happening in their respective towns.

“Last year, the primary concern shared across the board by each police department was the heroin epidemic. This issue was also discussed at length this year, as the officers shared how the departments have been responding to this crisis in new and innovative ways which are thankfully reducing the number of opioid related overdoses,” Jennifer Barnes, J.D., a college professor at OCC said. “The other serious issue that the officers discussed this year was ensuring the safety of students. Given the recent tragic event in Parkland, Florida, law enforcement agencies have increased their presence in Ocean County schools.

The officers also indicated that additional steps would be implemented going forward to keep children safe in the classroom.”

Heroin “If you would have told me 20 years ago—I’ve been on the job 32 years—if you told me we would be doing this for heroin addicts, I would have said you were crazy.”

Brick Township Police Chief James Riccio said the mindset in law enforcement has changed, because users have changed.

Junkies aren’t creeps shooting up in dark alleyways; they are sons, daughters, mothers, fathers living in the ‘burbs, blue- and white-collar families in the grips of opioids.

While enforcement and consequences haven’t been abandoned by law enforcement, some Ocean County police departments have opened their doors for addicts to get help. Brick and Manchester were the pilot sites for the Blue HART program, an addict-recovery program run in partnership with Preferred Behavioral Health in Lakewood and Integrity House in Toms River.

The program has expanded to include Little Egg Harbor, Lacey, Ocean Gate, Point Pleasant Borough and Stafford. All a person has to do is show up on the department’s designated Blue HART day, and they will be taken to a nearby treatment center.

Riccio said his department, since last year, has had 387 people go into treatment.

“They walk into police headquarters.

They’re addicted to heroin. Many times they come in and they’re worried because they’re going to be dose-sick shortly,” Manchester Police Chief Lisa Parker said. She said they do ask when the last time heroin was used, so they are prepared. “They’re scared. Heroin addicts, it is a huge step for them, because the police are ‘the bad guys.’”

When Michael C. DiBella became Lacey Township Police Chief two years ago, he knew his department had to crack down on the opioid epidemic. Nearly three-quarters or more of all crimes committed in his jurisdiction were drug-related. His department came up with a five-point plan: enforcement, education, prevention, treatment and recovery.

“Enforcement is important, it is a priority, but enforcement alone is not going to reduce the heroin epidemic,” DiBella said. “That’s

a promise.”

Lt. Chris Cornelius of the Lacey Police Department said that enforcement is still important, because if enforcement isn’t pursued, “we’re going to have more and more people in recovery.”

“It takes a toll on the officers, going on these types of calls,” Lakehurst Police Chief Eric Higgins said.

Ocean County has seen a 25 percent decrease in heroin overdoses in 2017, DiBella said. Police throughout the county carry Narcan, a chemical nasal spray which can reverse a heroin overdose.

While the trend shows a decrease in overdose deaths, and connectedly, a decrease in crimes such as shoplifting, schools and police departments continue to work together to create or improve their drug prevention programs. School resource officers have been installed in some districts, while those who have had officers in schools tap them to be more involved in such training of staff and students. Departments that have drug prevention and education programs in school do use D.A.R.E. or L.E.A.P. In Lacey, their high school resource officer does teach alcohol and drug awareness and prevention.

“We have an outstanding SRO in our school district, and it starts with him. We have to get to the kids when they’re young,” Point Pleasant Beach chief Joseph A. Michigan said.

Guns and school safety The murder of 17 students and faculty in Parkland, Florida on Feb. 14 was fresh in

everyone’s minds.

“Teachers need to teach, and law enforcement needs to be law enforcement,” Toms River Police Chief Mitch Little said.

“There’s no doubt in my mind people can be trained to shoot a target, but they don’t have the length of time and experience they would need when faced with combat-type situations. They’re not doing tactical shootings. It’s not in their mindset. Just like every profession needs to be experts in their profession, and I think that’s where it should stay.”

All the chiefs quietly agreed with Little.

“There’s always going to be a battle about gun control,” Bay Head Police Chief William Hoffman said during Q&A time. “And I always tell everybody, guns do not kill people. People kill people. And if you like that or not, it’s the truth.”

Higgins’ daughter attends college in Florida. Her college roommate graduated from Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School last year.

“What do we do? We take the lessons learned from down in Florida and we bring it back to our agencies and to our school,” Higgins said. Lakehurst has a K-8 school. “We’re currently in the process of reviewing our school security procedures and protocols.”

Point Pleasant Beach had one SRO and three schools. Now each school has an SRO until the end of the year, “to try to ease the calm of our families, parents, that send their kids to school and expect them to come home every day and be safe,” (Chiefs - See Page 7)

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Continued From Page 1 located in the heart of Ocean County, putting the strongest possible signal over the most people.”

Bob Levy is the only person who started with the station, selling ads to eager local businesses before the station went on the air, who saw all 50 years at WOBM. Levy gave an interview with radio personalities Shawn and Sue just two weeks before his unexpected passing on the station’s 50th anniversary, March 1. Levy was 86.

Five local “guys”—three of whom Levy was close to, one being his brother Ed—formed the station, the first day on air being March 1, 1968.

Levy remembered the first song played as Herb Alpert’s The Lonely Bull, but other sources say it was Paul Mauriat’s Love is Blue.

“The area was excited. The only radio station in the area was WJLK in Asbury Park, and they were primarily Monmouth County,” Levy said. The headquarters was lodged in a little building in Bayville on Route 9 and crammed in about 1,000 people (to Levy’s memory) at its grand opening. It was snowing, and an opening promotional contest was underway.

“Every politician, every businessman, every hanger-on-er, it was amazing. You couldn’t get in the door,” Levy said about the opening. The contest? Guess the location of a buried treasure box on West Point Island (which Levy buried the night before, in a blizzard). The station would

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August.

Point Pleasant Beach: early August to late August.

Seaside Heights: late August to early October.

Seaside Park: late August to early October.

Toms River’s Normandy Beach: early April to mid June.

Toms River’s Ortley Beach: late May to late August.

Ortley Beach resident Pat Klasto said that she was upset that Seaside Heights gets the best schedule, not Toms River. Everything seems to be geared toward getting tourists to Seaside, while neighboring towns have to deal with the associated traffic and inconveniences.

Councilwoman Maria Maruca acknowledged that it can be inconvenient for residents, but the positives of getting the work done outweigh the negatives.

“We knew there was going to be pain with that project,” Maruca said.

Councilman George Wittmann said that the township doesn’t control the Army Corps of Engineers. “No matter when you do it, somebody’s going to be unhappy.”

Anthony Colucci, president of the Ortley Beach Voters and Taxpayers Association, said the organization supports any time the dunes are being cared for. He was disappointed at the timeline, but noted that “last summer it didn’t really bother anybody.”

A link to the updates are on the town’s web site, tomsrivertownship.com/. On the right side, there is a column labelled “Sandy Information.” Click on the link currently labelled “ACoE Construction Status.”

The Toms River Times, March 10, 2018, Page 5 provide clues to listeners. No one had to dig up the chest, they just had to guess the location. After six clues, someone did. The prize? A “cheap” set of luggage and $200 in coins, “pathetic” by today’s prize standards.

The station was housed in that building in Bayville until about five years ago, when they moved into fourth-floor studios in Toms River, called the Bob Levy Broadcast Center. The station was born during a blizzard and ended its tenure in Bayville during Super Storm Sandy.

WOBM stood out, and still stands out, not for trying to be like New York or Philadelphia, but for being unapologetically Ocean County.

Steve Paul joined the station in 1970 while a student at Monmouth University. He worked as on-air talent and behind the scenes as an account executive, and had other duties. He hosted the morning drive radio time with Kevin Williams in the early ‘90s to 1996 and stayed with Nassau Broadcasting after it sold the station. While Levy’s ratings were king over all, their radio program had a 34 share—for those non-radio geeks, 1 out of every 3 radio listeners listened to them in the morning—which is unheard of today.

Stations are happy with a 5 share.

“The reason we had that then-Arbitron ratings, today its Nielson, was because of the unbelievable

listenership the radio station in Ocean County,” Paul said in a phone interview with Jersey Shore Online. “If anything happened in Ocean County, I don’t care what it was, if you were not a WOBM listener, if something happened—a disaster, a snow storm, a hurricane—you turned to WOBM because we were the only ones that had that. We were the only ones that had a real news department. There were many times Kevin and I stayed on the air all day.

“We were a true local radio station from day one,” Paul continued. “…In all those years of my career working any place, I’ve never worked any place where everybody would help each other.

Even people who didn’t really like the other guy, the other girl. When it came down to it, whatever had to be done, we did it, because we knew we were working for the listeners.”

That generosity spilled outside the office, and not in the way of free T-shirts and bumper stickers. The station—okay, Bob Levy, but he got everyone else involved—raised money to buy Ocean County Police bulletproof vests. They raised money for The United Way of Ocean County. But the biggest by far was the help sent down to a little fishing village, McClellanville, South Carolina, destroyed by Hurricane Hugo.

The exact details escaped Levy’s and

Williams’ mind, but listeners dropped off everything and anything that would help the residents of McClellanville: water, batteries, candles, and clothing. According to Williams, Bekins Van Lines of Tuckerton provided the vehicles, and the caravan of vehicles had a state police escort from Tuckerton to South Carolina.

And its work informing listeners, and now web users, and serving the community continues. Williams, who been with WOBM since 1979, said the station has spanned the generations. Listeners remember when their parents had the radio tuned in in the car or the kitchen.

“The radio station itself was built on news and information. Our industry has changed dramatically over the years, radio has had to change as well, but I do still feel pride that WOBM is still interested in being an Ocean County radio station, serving the people of Ocean County,” Williams said in a phone interview. “That 50 years, in which personalities have come and gone, formats have changed, but there is still the feeling that WOBM is indeed a local radio station.”

All throughout March, WOBM will be sharing “50 Memories in 50 Days.” That can be found at wobm.com/tags/50-memories-in-50-days/.

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OCC Repertory Theatre Company Presents: The World Goes ‘Round

TOMS RIVER – Enter the world of distinguished and celebrated writing team, Kander and Ebb, for The World Goes ‘Round at the Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts.

The World Goes ‘Round is a stunning revue of the songbook from the multi-Tony award-winning team, with

the original production winning three Drama Desk Awards. Five individuals find themselves careening through the world of love, babies, and coffee. From Cabaret to Chicago, the nonstop hit parade features unforgettable gems, including “Mr. Cellophane,” “Maybe This Time,” “Cabaret” and “New York,

New York,” interwoven into a passionate, harmonious, up-tempo evening of musical theatre.

The cost is $20-25. For more information call 732-255-0500. Please note, this show now takes place in the Black Box Theatre.

Performance schedule follows: • March 15 at 7:30 p.m.

• March 16 at 7:30 p.m.

• March 10 at 2 p.m.

• March 10 & 17 at 8 p.m.

• March 11 at 2 p.m.

Kuniko Yamamoto – Schools N’ Stage TOMS RVIER – Visit the Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts, on March 19, 2018 at 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m., for a performance of Kuniko Yamamoto – Schools N’ Stage.

Kuniko Yamamoto tells Japanese stories and folk tales using music, masks, and mime in a program that explores themes of diversity and global awareness. Charming folktales are combined with traditional musical instruments, magical masks, origami (the art of paper folding), and mime to create storytelling that will have the audience spellbound.

To book your School Group, please contact Jaclyn Wood at 732-255-0400 ext. 2487.

Manahawkin Comic Book Show Returns

MANAHAWKIN – Comic book and science fiction fans take note, the Manahawkin Comic Book Show returns to the area on Sunday, March 11 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Holiday Inn, 151 Rt. 72 East Manahawkin.

Admissions are $3 per person, and children 12 and under are free. Comics from all eras Golden Age, Silver Age, and Bronze Age up to modern comics – will be available.

There will be more than 20 vendor tables with toys and other collectibles present. Free door prize drawings will be held at noon and 3 p.m.

Special guests will include: Wonky Studios & Gallery - Matt Belskis, Matt Buttich and Ramon Gil. Whiting Studios - Jim Whiting, Manada Cantillon.

Double 117 Studios - Ryan Douglas, Isaiah Puga and Jay Taylor The Star Trek/Science Fiction fan club, USS Challenger, a chapter of STARFLEET: The International Star Trek Fan Association.

For additional information check out comic-lair.com, the Facebook page at facebook. com/events/923197057822740/, call 609-6958855, or email comic-lair@comic-lair.com.

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Continued From Page 4 Michigan said.

He brought another problem, that of church safety and security. On Nov. 5, 2017, Devin Patrick Kelley stor med the First Baptist Church is Sutherland Springs, Texas, killing 26. That shooting prompted many church leaders in Point Pleasant Beach to reach out to the police department. “What are we doing to secure our churches, which is a soft target?”

Michigan and Stafford Police Chief Thomas Dellane organized training provided

by New Jersey Homeland Security for church leaders in those respective towns.

For Riccio, it’s a three-part problem: mental illness, the availability of weapons, and victims. Mental illness will never be completely eradicated, and eliminating all guns will never happen, so the best approach is to lessen the likelihood of anyone becoming a victim.

“But I think we’re all missing the boat, and there seems to be a common theme. Post-shooting, you hear people that are interviewed saying, ‘Yeah, you know that guy? If anybody was going to shoot up the school, it would be him.’

Well, why are we holding on to that information?”

In Brick, the police department has a psychologist who is on retainer. Riccio asked him to teach the department what signs to look for to identify someone who may act out violently. The police will be trained first, and then the program will expand to school staff and students. But why isn’t such behavior being reported?

“I’ll tell you why. Because we’re so politically correct now, that teachers

The Toms River Times, March 10, 2018, Page 7 are probably afraid to report things, because ‘bizarre’ has become ‘the new normal.’ Any type of behavior, anything goes. They’re probably afraid, because if they were to report that person, and they’re wrong, or they’re perceived to be wrong, they’re probably afraid they’re being biased, prejudice, or what have you,” Riccio said. “So we need to overcome that fear.”

New Barnegat Police Chief Keith Ger-

main was also in attendance.

“I think it is an invaluable opportunity for the criminal justice students to hear directly from officers about what it is like to be in law enforcement today. First-hand knowledge about a profession is such a wonderful chance to learn more about the job they hope to secure one day.

The officers who generously attended the panel discussion are incredible role models for the students - they posi-

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Check the schedule or even skip the line and book your family’s reservation with the Easter Bunny online at simonbunny.com.

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tively inf luenced the next generation of police men and women by sharing their thoughts and experiences. I hope that upon the conclusion of the panel discussion, the audience left with a firm understanding that law enforcement officers in Ocean County take their responsibly of keeping residents safe very seriously, and that they are dedicated to protecting the public,” Barnes told Jersey Shore Online.

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY F EATURED L ETTER Help Support A Historic Treasure

Dear Friends of The Historic Village at Allaire, Since 1957 our non-profit organization has endeavored to recreate 19th century history of the life and times of James P. Allaire, together with a touch of early 20th century history of journalist Arthur Brisbane.

Mr. Brisbane and his estate were the eventual benefactors of the lands of what is now ‘The Historic Village at Allaire’ situate within Allaire State Park and Mr. Brisbane’s descendant family members still ardently support the Village.

The Village is not funded by the state so each year we must keep the Village alive by your generous memberships, by your attendance at our flea markets, craft shows, chapel concerts, events, festivals and demonstrations; support of fundraisers like the Raffle Quilt or the annual Stocking Stuffer. We offer a host of opportunities to the community. Would you like to join as a member of the Auxiliary and help at numerous events? Does your high school student need community service as a schooling requirement or your college student want an internship in the Village? Do you have an interest in history and enjoy dressing the part of someone in the 1830s? We

have orientations to learn the history of the Village to become tour guides of our historic buildings. Our various guilds need volunteers to help tend the gardens; or perhaps your interests lie in music, New Jersey militia, old time baseball, or hearth cooking. We have many places in the Village to speak to your creative side.

If time does not allow you to be on site you may still be part of the family of Allaire Village through a membership. Yearly memberships are a major source of funding that allows the Village to run properly and help to finance our activities such as needed coal for the blacksmith, materials for the tinsmith and carpenter, as well as a host of other operating expenses. There are various levels of membership that will fit anyone’s budget and offer you wonderful opportunities and lifelong memories.

Please visit our website (allairevillage.org) or call the staff office at 732-919-3500 to inquire and learn about the benefits of membership and volunteering. Thank you for your support.

Linda Cafone, AVI Membership Chair, Vice-Chair of the Board of Trustees of AVI, President of Allaire Village Auxiliary

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Letters To The Editor Plastic Bag Ban Won’t Solve Problems When this administration attempted to ban these single use bags a few years ago, they were sued and apparently could not do such an interesting but an unreasonable plan.

The administration under John Spodofora as mayor, indicated that the council and he would be taking comments both for and opposed for the next several months. Even though the ordinance 2018-06 was already voted on during a recent council meeting.

As an executive packaging specialist since 1959, I not only witnessed the major shift towards poly and plastic materials that have continued to package products in a wide range of sensitive products.

That said, here are a few facts to better understand the potential negative impact on banning single-use poly-bags.

A poly-bag ban will mean a shift to paper-bag format in a wide number of outlets. That can lead to this very interesting result. An average 8-inch diameter tree trunk to a usable height of 45-feet applying the simple ttr2 formula to yield the cross-section area and multiplying it by the height, we have discovered that this dead tree contains roughly 10 cubic feet of wood that is translated to paper. It would take about eight of these trees to produce 1,000- 2,000 pounds of paper. Based on a typical 500 sheet of paper the pounds would amount to about 20,000 sheets of paper.

On the surface this doesn’t sound all that bad ... but as of a 2014 study the country has produced over 20.7 million tons of paper taking over 100 million trees and more, should this arbitrary intent to ban poly-bags and not realize their planned concept.

Summarized, the extra cost of paper bags, that are never recycled, the cost will be factored into our already rising market shipping costs ... poly-bags are widely reused for many practical needs.

The recent news for a plan to increase gas taxes, the rising cost to live in Ocean County region, with over 2,000 homes in foreclosure alone.

I believe contrary to the political view that Stafford and Ocean County is a great

Letters Thebloodshed Editor place to live ... not so To much continuing in our treating symptoms of the for struggling seniors, and with the coming rise in property taxes, taxes that have been stuck at a high level for many years.

Get down to real issues of keeping our township’s cost down, the recent 2017 (10 months alone) annual paying of bills in the amount exceeding $130 million, on top of our approved 2017 municipal budget at $45.6 million.

Sal Sorce Manahawkin

Gun Violence: Enough is Enough Presidents have been assassinated, members of Congress have been shot and scores of innocent school children have been murdered in their classrooms. Regrettably, our elected officials inside the Beltway are highly unlikely to pass meaningful and comprehensive legislation to address the growing gun violence epidemic in our country. At the present time, when compared to other developed countries, America is at the top in the following measures: number of guns per 1,000,000 persons, number of mass shootings and firearm death rate.

Clearly, gun violence is a very complex problem and there are no quick fixes. However, zero doubt a series of very strict laws focused on the sale of weapons (especially semi-automatic weapons) and removal of weapons from individuals who pose a significant risk to themselves and others would be a sound start. We the people can drive the required change. The New Jersey Assembly is considering seven bills (A-1016, A-1181, A-1217, A-2757, A-2758, A-2759 and A-2761) to help protect our families.

As always, the devil is in the details. Hopefully, these measures as written do not have any loop holes or exclusions ( eg are applicable to all guns sales including licensed dealers, gun shows, internet sales, third party sales, etc.).

It’s is up to all of us to become part of the solution by demanding our elected state officials in the Assembly and Senate, as well as our governor, swiftly pass robust legislation to help end the

country, state, county, town and most importantly our schools.

Luke D. Stango Jackson

Marijuana Smoking Hypocrisy Governor Murphy, Please explain to me how we as a country have “criminalized” cigarette smoking and look down our noses at anyone who lights up, but now you are cheerleading the use of recreational marijuana.

Don’t the majority of recreational marijuana users smoke it?

Barbara Kochie Brick

The Loss of Virtue “Only a virtuous people are capable of freedom. As nations become corrupt and vicious, they have more need of masters.” This quote from Benjamin Franklin is more applicable today than ever in the history of the nation. Has progressivism made us more civilized with the secularization of America or have we actually regressed and lost our virtue to an ‘anything goes’ society where fewer and fewer care to be responsible for themselves or their own actions?

The rule of law and the Constitution have been so ignored and disobeyed by our politicos and bureaucrats that the example set before the people is deplorable. Too many of our people are falling prey to the siren of a democracy run amok. The first and second amendments in the Bill of Rights are under constant attack while the fourth and tenth amendments have been eviscerated to the point of absurdity.

The masters are already in place; they are biding their time, waiting, as the people themselves give up their god given rights. Two Franklin quotes sum it up: “When you run in debt, you give to another, power over your liberty,” and “Those who would give up essential liberty to purchase a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety.”

We are at the tipping point,

disease rather than addressing the true causation, the escalating loss of virtue. For those who believe the people will get it right and goodness will triumph over evil, I have one final quote: “Where liberty dwells, there is my country!” Quoth the Franklin, evermore.

James M. Spickard Little Egg Harbor

MacArthur’s Foreign Policy Questioned I didn’t think Congressman Tom MacArthur could inspire this much outrage in me again. Really he wore me down with months of fighting for my life while he tried to take my healthcare away. I eventually stopped taking it personally realizing he is trying to kill everyone with all his policies (guns, taxes, disability rights, and his 94% backing of an administration whose EPA is set on poisoning us...)

But, now I’m triggered again! I’m a conservative Jewish constituent who has lived in Israel and I recognize we can have different views.

I have appreciated not having the threat of a nuclear Iran the past few years. My problem is with his Orwellian presentation of his delusions that supporting a 2-state solution and the multi-national Iran nuclear deal is not mainstream. MacArthur pretends to question Andy Kim’s Israel position (fairly obvious if J Street endorsed him, duh!), but won’t take questions from the constituents he is supposedly serving!

Just like he was left with skidmarks on him as the last man standing trying to defend the tax bill, in the days following this attack the far right group AIPAC, that MacArthur thinks is acceptable, moved towards the center in accepting a 2-state solution in an attempt to regain some of their lost supporters.

Why does MacArthur want a nuclear Iran? MacArthur supports Trump, Trump supports Russia, Russia supports Iran.

MacArthur will always pick the policy that kills people.

Why else could MacArthur want a nuclear Iran?

Gail Cohn Toms River

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NJ Will Seek Public Input On Marijuana Schedule 1 Classification

By Jennifer Peacock NEWARK – New Jersey’s Division of Consumer Affairs will soon seek public input on whether to reschedule marijuana out of its current “Schedule I” classification.

The state’s appellate division of the Supe-

70th Anniversary Breakfast Celebration TOMS RIVER – The Pleasant Plains Volunteer Fire Department is hosting its annual 70th All You Can Eat Flapjack Breakfast on March 25, 2018 from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Pleasant Plains Firehouse, 40 Clayton Ave. The menu consists of f lapjacks, sausage, juice, coffee, tea, milk, or hot chocolate. All you can eat includes only f lapjacks. There will be free refills on coffee and tea, regular or decaf. There will be free anniversary coffee mugs, a gift auction, a 50/50 raff le, and to go orders available.

Tickets are $6 at the door. For more information call 732-349-0808 or 732-664-2237.

Breakfast With The Easter Bunny

SEASIDE HEIGHTS – Come enjoy a breakfast buffet at the Pier Grill with the Easter Bunny and Slider on March 18, 2018 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m.!

Photos with the Easter Bunny will be framed in a crafty frame made by your child. There will be balloons and face painting!

Registration is required. The cost is $7 Pre-Registration (includes a free SURF card, breakfast and photo), and $10 at the door. Children under two years old can enter without a registered ticket. However, they will not get the $5 SURF Card.

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For more information call 732-793-6488.

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rior Court has ruled that the division has the authority to reevaluate how marijuana is classified under state law. The ruling didn’t dictate that the division must reschedule cannabis.

Drugs are classified on a scale from I to V.

Currently, marijuana is a Schedule I drug, in league with heroin and LSD. The category contains substances that have a high potential for abuse and have no accepted medical use for treatment in the United States. Exceptions are made for treatments

under medical supervision.

The court ruled that the state can change its classification despite the federal law.

An announcement on how the public can offer input will be made in the coming weeks.

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Shore Ladies Golf League Seeks Members TOMS RIVER – April 11, 2018 marks the 40th A n niversar y of The Shore Ladies at Bey Lea Golf League! The Shore Ladies play Tuesday mornings f rom Apr i l t o Oct obe r at Bey L ea Municipal Golf Course in Toms River.

New golfers are always welcome!

The League gives women in our area

Drop In And Discover

TOMS RIVER – What will you discover about nature when you drop by the Cooper Environmental Center and join us for a free story, game, or craft? Come by on April 3 or 5 from 1-3 p.m. for Drop in and Discover.

This event is for all ages. Admission is free.

“Hope Springs Eternal” Annual Gift Auction

TOMS RIVER – The Hope Center, House of Hope of Ocean County, Inc. is holding their “Hope Springs Eternal” Annual Gift Auction Saturday, March 24, 2018.

The event will be held at Toms River High School East, 1225 Raider Way, in Toms River. The doors will open at 12:30 p.m. and the ticket drawing will begin at 2 p.m. Coffee and dessert will be provided. Please feel free to bring your own food and soft drinks. No alcohol is permitted.

Tickets are $15 each and may be purchased at The Hope Center at 253 Chestnut Street in Toms River or by contacting the center at 732-341-4447.

All the proceeds will go to support our mission. We are a non-profit 501 (c) 3 organization that serves those in our community who find themselves in the midst of challenging times. Our knowledgeable and extremely dedicated staff and volunteers provide resources, advocacy, coordinating services with partner agencies, food, emergency shelter, utility assistance, transportation, school supplies, coats, toys, and so much more to those experiencing a current life crisis.

With your support, we will continue to shine the light of HOPE!

Coastal Gardening Lecture TOMS RIVER – Gardening by the shore presents unique challenges. Sandy soil, salty air, and high weeds are all obstacles to a successful ornamental or vegetable garden. Join us to learn landscaping techniques, as well as what species to plant so that your coastal garden will not only survive, but also thrive. At the end, you will get your very own shore-friendly plant to take home.

Visit the Cooper Environmental Center, Cattus Island County Park in Toms River on March 21, 10-11:30 a.m. for this event. The cost is $5 per person. For ages 16 and up.

an opportunity to play competitive golf in a friendly atmosphere. Each week, the ladies play a f u n and dif ferent tournament game with monetary prizes awarded at the end of the season.

Members must be experienced golfers with a recent (not older than a year) established handicap of 36, equal to

a USGA Index of 35.5 or less, on a regulation golf course. Applications for new members are subject to the approval of the Executive Board.

For additional information, or to join the Shore Ladies at Bey Lea and meet fun, friendly women celebrating the game of golf, contact Rochette Sad-

owski at rochettesadowski@hotmail. com.

You can access the Shore Ladies website at shoreladiesgolf.weebly.com/ contact.html or their Shore Ladies at Bey Lea Golf Facebook Group at facebook .com /se a rch /top/?q=shore%20 ladies%20at%20bey%20lea%20golf.

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The Addams Family At Toms River North

TOMS RIVER – Come out and see Toms River High School North’s performance of The Addams Family on March 15, March 16 (ASL interpreted), and March 17. All shows will be held at 7 p.m.

Tickets are $7 each and can be purchased at trnhs.booktix.com. The performances will be held at Toms River High School North, 1245 Old Freehold Road in Toms River.

The Addams Family begins on a dismal day at the Addams family’s manse, with the ever-approaching storm clouds re-

flecting the gloomy atmosphere that has beset the household. Daughter Wednesday, now eighteen years old, has found herself experiencing a surprising new sensation, one that frightens both her and her family: she has fallen in love.

Lucas Beineke, the object of her affections, comes from a seemingly normal family, and he and his parents Mal and Alice are on their way to the Addams’ estate to become better acquainted with the family over dinner.

Toms River Parks, Building And Grounds Now Hiring TOMS RIVER – Seasonal positions are now available in our Parks, Buildings and Grounds Department.

Applicants must have a valid NJ driver’s license. Work involves cleaning and servicing the Township’s parks. Positions

are available three to five days per week to support seven day operation and spans April through October. Salary is $9 per hour.

Interested applicants should contact Mike Freudenberg at 732-341-1000 Ext. 8414.

Toms River Elks St. Patrick’s Day Bash

TOMS RIVER – Come out for a St. Patrick’s Day Bash on March 10, 2018 from 2-7 p.m. at the Toms River Elks Lodge #1875, 600 Washington St. This party is epic! We had over 600 people last year and plan even more this year!

Ballyhaunis Band will be cranking out the Irish tunes. There will be a corned beef dinner, Irish nachos, potato leek soup,

and more. Stay for the 50/50 drawing at 7 p.m. No entrance fee!

We will also have an after party on March 17. Looking for a more mellow time with delicious traditional Irish food?

Stop by for some corned beef sandwiches, Irish nachos, delicious beverages and DJ Josh!

For more information call 732-349-9660.

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East Lynne Theater Company: Sherlock Holmes’ Adventure Of The Speckled Band

TOMS RIVER – Stages Festival presents Sherlock Holmes Adventure of the Speckled Band- Radio Style on March 19 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the Island Heights Branch Library.

Be part of our “radio audience” when we perform this famous mystery with live sound effects, commercials, and actors portraying several roles to make the tale

come to life.

This performance is produced by the East Lynne Theater Company and presented by the New Jersey Theatre Alliance’s Stages Festival. Ocean County events have been made possible by the generous support of the Horizon Foundation for New Jersey.

Registration required.

Toms River Students To Showcase Their Artwork At The Ocean County Library

TOMS RIVER –Amazing works of art created by students from across the Toms River Regional School District will be displayed during the month of March at the Toms River Branch of the Ocean County Library, 101 Washington St. The Toms River Regional School System, in partnership with the Ocean County Library, will hold a free reception at 6-7:30 p.m. Monday, March 5. Join us to browse the artwork, enjoy live music from the Intermediate South Orchestra, and meet the artists and their teachers. Teen volunteers will be on hand to greet and assist visitors.

All 18 schools in the district will provide artwork to be displayed in areas of the

library. Thousands of students, parents, teachers and library patrons will review the two-dimensional and three-dimensional works of art created by talented students.

Youth Art Month started nationwide about 50 years ago in order to share student art with the public. The Ocean County Library is an ideal forum for this exhibit and has shown the student work during Youth Art Month for the past decade.

Registration is not required. Free parking is available in the top and middle levels of the Toms River parking garage behind the library after 5 p.m. and on weekends and all levels, anytime in the Ocean County parking garage on Hooper Avenue.

The Toms River Times welcomes your special announcements! Engagements, Weddings, Births, Birthday Wishes, etc. Please call 732-657-7344 for more details!

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OCEAN COUNTY – The National Alliance on Mental Illness Ocean County offers a free, six session educational program for family, significant others and friends of people living with mental illness. It is a designated evidenced based program. Research shows that the program significantly improves the coping and problem-solving abilities of the people closest to an individual living with a mental health condition.

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Ocean County Library Offers New Jersey Theatre Alliance’s Stages Festival TOMS RIVER - The New Jersey Theatre Alliance presents nine productions across 18 library branches throughout the Ocean County Library system during the month of March.

These events are part of the Alliance’s Stages Festival the state’s largest annual theatre festival that provides free and discounted theatre events for all ages.

The following productions are available to the public free of charge, but registration is required: • “A Cinderella Tale…Happily Ever After” presented by the Push Cart Players: March 3, 10:30 a.m. at the Little Egg Harbor Branch; March 10, 2 p.m. at the Lacey Branch; March 15, 3:30 p.m. at the Point Pleasant Beach Branch; and March 23, 12 p.m. at the Jackson Branch.

• “Miss Nelson is Missing!” presented by the Centenary Stage Company: March 5, 7 p.m. at the Berkeley Branch; March 9, 1:30 p.m. at the Lakewood Branch; March 26, 6:30 p.m. at the Toms River Branch; and March 31, 2 p.m. at the Barnegat Branch.

• “School House Rock Live!” presented by the Centenary Stage Company: March 10, 2 p.m. at the Point Pleasant Borough Branch and March 19, 6:30 p.m. at the Brick Branch.

• “Velveteen Rabbit” presented by the Push Cart Players: March 16, 10:30 a.m. at the Plumsted Branch.

• “At Ninety-Three” presented by Dreamcatcher Repertory Theatre: March 19, 6 p.m. at the Tuckerton Branch.

Rummage Sale

TOMS RIVER – Silver Ridge Park West will have their annual Rummage Sale at 145 Westbrook Dr., Toms River, on Saturday,

April 21 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will also be a Cake Sale and light lunch will be available for a small fee.

Casino Pier Annual Easter Sale

SEASIDE HEIGHTS – It’s time for our Annual Easter Sale online and at our location from March 29-April1 at Casino Pier and Breakwater Beach!

• March 30, 31 and April 1 (on premises): 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Pier rides and attractions will open at 12 p.m. during the sale.

• March 29, 30, 31 and April 1, 2 (online).

Begins at 8 a.m. on Thursday and ends at 9 p.m. on Monday.

Save big at Casino Pier on rides, Water Park, and go-karts. Get your Easter SURF cards for the summer! The sale begins online on March 29!

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COMMUNITY NEWS OCC Students Open Helping Hands Food Pantry For Students In Need

TOMS RIVER – National surveys at twoyear and four-year colleges and universities across the U.S. have discovered that a large population of students are going hungry.

“Food insecurity” is a growing trend across the board; however, Ocean County College students have stepped forward to help stem the tide.

Since February 12, 2018, Helping Hands, Ocean County College’s fi rst food pantry, has been assisting currently enrolled OCC students in need. “Food insecure” students at the two-year community college need only stop by the Jon and Judith Larson Student Center on the College’s Main Campus in Toms River. On Mondays and Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., hungry students can stop by, show their current valid Ocean County College student ID, and pick up non-perishable food and drink items.

“This pantry was created to assist college students as they battle with something very extreme, food insecurity. For many years now, Ocean County College has wanted to have a food pantry for its students in need,” said Alison Noone, Assistant Director of Student Life at Ocean County College. “Another meal program was established in 2012, Pay It Forward, to help our students. However, we knew the campus needed more. The Tau Iota Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa (national honor society) partnered with the Student Life Office to fi nally make this dream a reality.”

While most donations to the Helping Hands Food Pantry are from on campus constituents including students, faculty, and staff, the public is encouraged to get involved by donating specific food items. In addition, monetary donations in the form of checks are accepted. Checks should be made payable to “Ocean County

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College” with “Helping Hands” in the memo and mailed to the Office of Student Life, Ocean County College, P.O. Box 2001, Toms River, NJ. The Helping Hands Food Pantry at Ocean County College is in need of non-perishable food items. Single serve, individually packaged, and pull-tab openings are most desirable. Helping Hands is in need of items that students can eat between classes or quickly microwaved.

Some items include: Cheese or peanut butter crackers Beef jerky Instant macaroni and cheese Applesauce, pudding, and fruit cups Cereal, granola, and power bars Chef-Boy-R-Dee or Spaghettio’s Canned vegetables and fruit Boxed drinks along with fruit and tomato juices Packaged nuts, trail mix, fruit snacks, and dried fruits Chips, pretzels, cookies, and Goldfish.

“Tau Iota’s executive board has worked vigorously the past few months fundraising, communicating with local food pantries, stocking food, and much more.

Thanks to the support of Student Life, Tau Iota is one step closer to accomplishing our goals: making a difference in the lives of our peers, every day,” said Aiza Nageeb, President of the Tau Iota Chapter of PTK at Ocean County College. “This project has made an impact on many of the board members as we worked day and night to make this happen.

However, receiving emails from students expressing their gratitude makes it all worth it.”

For more information on where to donate non-perishable food items or how your monetary donation can help, contact Noone, Assistant Director of Student Life at Ocean County College, at 732-255-0400, ext. 2138, or anoone@ocean.edu.

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COMMUNITY NEWS C LUB N EWS , A CTIVITIES , E VENTS & A NNOUNCEMENTS

The Jersey Shore Comic Book Show Returns

TOMS RIVER – The Jersey Shore Comic Book Show returns to Toms River on Sunday, March 18, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Elks Lodge, 600 Washington Street.

This event will be featuring vendors with old and new comics, trading cards, toys, action figures, movies, posters, and crafts.

Guests include artist Joe del Beato from Marvel and DC Comics, Tom Schloendorn, George Vega, Manda Cantillon, Robert Feldman, artist/writer Javier Cruz Winnick (A Reason to Smile) and writer Isiah Puga (Jagged).

You are invited to wear a costume to this event. There are many cosplay stars in attendance, including Dangerous Dan, the Philadelphia Avengers, Carter Cosplay and the Star Wars 501st Legion. The costume groups do special work for several children charities.

There will also be a raffle for a Thor Ragnorak poster signed by actor Tom Hiddleston (Loki). Admission is $5 for adults, but children under 12 are admitted free.

For more information, see jerseyshorecomicbookshow.com or call 609-242-7756.

Ocean County St. Patrick’s Day Parade SEASIDE HEIGHTS – As in the past, we anticipate a wonderful crowd, as thousands of people come out to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day on March 10, 2018 from 12-3 p.m in Seaside Heights, NJ. We are privileged to announce this year’s Grand Marshal of the parade, the honorable Thomas F. Kelaher, Mayor of Toms River. We are doubly honored to announce our inaugural Irish Woman of the Year, Ocean County Freeholder Virginia E. Haines.

At this year’s parade, we are honoring our Municipal workers, these diligent men and women take care of our towns to make our lives easier.

The special event for this year’s parade is an after party hosted by the parade committee. We will have Irish music, traditional Irish food and refreshments for those over 21.

Please come down to the Tri–Boro First Aid Squad Building, located 61 J St, Seaside Park, NJ. Doors will open at 4 p.m. with a $5 entrance fee.

County Services Available At Mall

TOMS RIVER – The County Connection, located near JC Penney’s at the Ocean County Mall, is a service of the Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders.

County residents can learn about programs, services and activities available to them in Ocean

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The County Connection is open regular mall hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays.

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H ERE ’ S T O Y OUR H EALTH Dr. Izzy’s Sound News Presented By: Isidore Kirsh, Ph.D., F.A.A.A. (N.J. Lic. #678)

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I’m Not Happy With My Hearing Aid!

How many of you are walking around with hearing aids that are not providing you with significant benefit? How many of you have just put the hearing aids in a drawer because they just don’t work properly?

This situation is more common than you think for a variety of reasons. First, the hearing instruments need to be cleaned daily or they may clog up with wax and stop working. I would recommend using a soft tooth brush to clean the “domes” or “wax guard” area. If you really build up a lot of wax, I would purchase Audiowipes from your hearing healthcare professional. Second, don’t hestitate to contact your hearing care professional if problems exist! In my practice, I require all of my patients to return to my office for at least three follow up visits within their 75 day trial period. Third, insist on a reasonable

trial period to test drive the hearing aids.

A trial period is NOT mandatory in the State of New Jersey. Third, if you’re still having issues with your hearing instruments after three follow up visits for adjustments/modifications, I would insist that your hearing care professional try a different set of hearing instruments from another manufacturer and give you a NEW trial period. Fourth, if you’ve actually tried two different sets of hearing aids from several manufacturers and major problems still exist, get a second opinion from another hearing professional. Don’t give up! Untreated hearing loss increases your risk of cognitive decline.

Remember, hearing aids are very delicate digital devices that require daily care and maintenance. You have to put in the “time” to get the results you’re looking for!

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

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

4 Intriguing Solutions For Multiple Sclerosis And Pain

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

The pain associated with autoimmune diseases is very difficult to treat. Nerve pain is one of the most difficult, tragic types of pain a person can experience and it’s common in multiple sclerosis or MS for short.

MS is still poorly understood, even though there are treatments available. It’s becoming clear that full body (systemic) inflammation is at the root of autoimmune disorders including MS. The body is on fire. Contributory factors might include a food allergen, environmental toxin, The Pill, or pathogen.

Regardless of “how,” the pathology is such that there’s a loss of regulatory T cells and a breakdown of your intestinal barrier leading to more permeability and the leakage of undigested food proteins from casein and gluten. There’s a breakdown in the barriers that surround your brain and spinal cord.

Histamine goes up which adds to pain and inflammation.

I have a very comprehensive version of this article (over 4,000 words) and I’m happy to give it to you if you sign up for my free newsletter at suzycohen.com. You can sign up at suzycohen.com and the complete article will be sent to your email. In the meantime, here are four natural ways to put the MS fire out: 1. Cinnamon It’s top of the list because animal studies show how well it reduces nasty pro-inflammatory compounds like IL-17 which is elevated in folks with MS. We also know the painful symptoms of MS occur, in part,

from demyelination which causes a failure in the conduction of electrical impulses.

This is akin to an electrical cord that gets plugged into the outlet, but the cord is missing the outer wrapping so you can see the wires inside. It hurts when plugged in!

Cinnamon helps with pain, and surprisingly it might reduce levels body ammonia too.

2. Balance and Eye Movement Exercises People with MS who do balance and eye movement exercises might feel more steady on their feet. Participants in a study were given computer-based eye movement and balance tests, as well as at-home balance and visual stability was improved.

3. The Mediterranean Diet Just take me to Greece! The Mediterranean diet is famous for heart health, as well as a reduced incidence of cancer, Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease. A diet like this provides nutrients and healthy fats which support intestinal health while creating more of that protective myelin.

The Mediterranean Diet was studied on MS sufferers and the results were very positive.

4. Vitamin D Vitamin D is useful in modulating and balancing the immune system. Patients with higher vitamin D in the first year of diagnosis had a slower rate of progression.

They faired out better long term. In other words, the better the D status, the slower or milder the symptoms for that person.

By the end of the 5 year study, the patients with vitamin D levels above 50 had fewer new active brain lesions. Pretty awesome considering sunshine is free!

(This information is not intended to treat, cure or diagnose your condition. Suzy Cohen is the author of “The 24-Hour Pharmacist” and “Real Solutions.” For more information, visit www.SuzyCohen.com) ©2017 SUZY COHEN, RPH. DISTRIBUTED BY DEAR PHARMACIST, INC.

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Remembering A True Ocean County Icon: Bob Levy

By Jason Allentoff This past week, Ocean County suffered a great loss with the passing of Bob Levy, the voice of WOBM-FM since the station started in 1968. Ironically, Levy died on the 50th anniversary of the signal’s launch. I have a personal connection to Bob as I had the pleasure of working with him for nine years. We shared some good times both on and off air and my thoughts and prayers are with his wife Marianne, his children Karen and Steven and the rest of his family. I would like to share a few memories of this great man who was so much more than a radio host. I was proud to call him a mentor and friend.

I’ll never forget my first encounter with Bob. I was interning at the station in the promotions department. There was an early Sunday morning event that I had to work and I was loading up the station’s van. While in the front office, a man who I’d never seen before began to wildly pound on the glass door. I opened it. He introduced himself, shook my hand and ran back to the studio so he wouldn’t miss the next segment of his program. I later found out that Bob was outside getting in a smoke break and forgot the door code to get back in. During my days driving around handing out bumper stickers and Frisbees, I would see him often in the halls of the Bayville office. What was nice about Bob was it didn’t matter your position at the station. He treated everyone with dignity and respect. Whether you cleaned the floors or were a top executive. In my case, a nameless intern.

After the internship, I was hired to work part time in promotions. One day, Bob came to me and said “how would you like to make a little extra scratch?” I said sure. He offered me the job of call screener for Topic A. Every Sunday, I would get up early and would take his calls – unscreened – and even became friendly with some of the regular callers. It was also amazing to watch Bob at work. He wouldn’t have any show prep in front of him. His only aid was the small strips of paper I would hand him with the names and towns of the callers on the respective lines and a folder filled with the live read radio commercials. Even hearing those was a treat as he could make any business sound even bigger and better than it was.

During this time, I was also interested in a job in the newsroom. After recording a demo and meeting with the station brass, I was offered a part time weekend news anchor spot. Bob heard me recording some samples one day, popped his head in and said “Wow, kid. You’ve got some set of pipes.” I’ll never forget that.

The first gig on-air in the news department was the Saturday morning shift. So I would do that and then work Sundays answering his calls. When the Sunday morning anchor resigned, he said he would manage on the phones and he wanted me on-air. He also asked me to “go long” in case he had a longer than normal smoke break or had to use “the facilities.”

My first couple of Sundays were rocky – I was new and nervous and made some rookie mistakes – one that Bob caught and that Kevin Williams would never forget.

I read the sports scores in reverse order.

Hey, I was never a sports guy. I do have to thank Williams for providing me with

full instructions following that mishap. Bob also came to the newsroom after one of the shows and said “watch your tempo. No one has a gun to your head. Relax and have fun with it.” I followed Bob’s advice and was able to excel. He also indicated that the best way to overcome radio nerves was to talk to the people like they were your friends. Be more conversational. It was something that worked and as a result, I found success in my time working for Ocean County’s News Station.

One Sunday morning, a local firehouse brought over breakfast for Bob and Paul Seredy, Bob’s producer. On air, Bob was munching on bacon and eggs and was commenting on all of the food and how it was a shame there was limited staff to eat it. He then says “Jason’s kind of an eating machine, isn’t he?” live on the air. That was Bob’s way of offering me breakfast. I love that.

There’s an old adage in radio that everyone will eventually miss an airshift. One such instance happened to me during a Sunday morning. The day before, I anchored the news on that Saturday morning and was called to a special event in the afternoon that lasted all day. The governor was Jon Corzine at the time and he was planning to try and lease out the Garden State Parkway. He came to Toms River for a special public meeting on the idea which was attended by thousands of people. After being at the event for several hours, I went home and crashed on the bed – never setting my alarm. You can see where this is going.

The next thing I knew, it was 10:30 a.m.

Sunday morning – I should have been to the station by 5 - and there were three voicemails on my phone. The first was from Kevin Williams asking if I was ok. The second was my supervisor who was less than nice in his tone.

The third was Bob Levy. He said “Jason, I hope you’re not dead. Call the station when you get this.” Thankfully Dave Polaski, a colleague out in the Trenton bureau at the time, was able to fill in remotely and my job was safe, although I had to answer for it. But Bob’s call showed genuine concern for me and I never forgot that.

I was eventually promoted to full time news reporter and then morning drive news anchor.

I was now seeing Bob and his wife Marianne Monday through Friday. One morning, Bob complained of having to get to the station so early. I then said “Bob, you do know I’m in by 4 while you don’t show up till 5:15-5:20.” He said “oh my God, 4?! Ok, I won’t complain.”

We shared a couple of funny on-air moments like when Marianne offered me spicy nuts live on the air and Bob proceeded to crack jokes and when Bob couldn’t think of a movie title or TV show, I would run in with the answer.

A few times, I would do double duty – serving as a fill-in board operator for their show on the AM station.

One thing I’ll always remember was Bob’s way with words. He would say “load ‘em up” or “hey Paul, punch me up another call.”

There were also times when he would be on his Sunday show but would give the phone number for the weekday show by mistake.

When I had been nervous starting on the air, he would say “don’t worry, no one is going to remember the stumbles. I’m living proof.”

When the husband and wife duo went away on one of their listener cruises, the station offered me a chance to fill-in for Bob on Topic A. It was a great thrill. I remember right before he left, he said “hey Toff, don’t

–Photo courtesy “Gary Gellman/Gellman Images” get too comfortable in that chair. Just keep the seat warm.” It was a great thrill to guest host his show.

When Bob received my wedding invite, he cracked a joke “ya sure you wanna go through with it?” Both Bob and Marianne attended the ceremony and reception.

Fast forward a bit. When Hurricane Irene happened, Bob went on the air at 8 p.m. and brought me on to provide news and weather updates. I had attempted to sit in my usual newsroom but he insisted on bringing me into the studio. Seated in the chair next to his, I watched as he brought in callers just out of the blue – no scheduled show – just opened up the microphone and started talking.

No prep. Nothing. The man had a pen and a blank pad of paper. There was nothing on it.

I was in awe.

Working with Bob every day was an absolute pleasure. When Millennium Radio Group sold the station to Townsquare Media and we were all moved to Downtown Toms River, I was still able to interact with him each day.

Bob had a rough exterior but he was all heart.

One summer, I joked that it was a hot day and I wanted to be submerged under water. Bob replied “hey, go home and grab your trunks.”

I spent an afternoon with Bob and Marianne at their pool club. It was fun hanging out with them out of the office. The best was when Bob called me Allen to which Marianne abruptly corrected him “HIS NAME IS JASON!” Then he used “The Toff” which he did every now and again.

Day after day, year after year. Time passes on. Making the decision to leave WOBM was bittersweet. My family was starting to grow and the hours were no longer fitting in with my lifestyle. Waking up at 3 a.m. and working well into the afternoon depending on the news cycle wasn’t working anymore. My last day at WOBM was in February of 2014. I had put

in my notice to take a job at Micromedia.

In classic Bob style, he gave me a big hug and said “you know, they’ll never let you back in here again. But you can come by and visit us anytime.”

After leaving the station, I continued to listen to Bob every chance possible. I last heard him about two weeks ago which would be his last Topic A broadcast before he suffered a fall, breaking four ribs and ending up in the hospital.

The morning of March 1st, I had texted Marianne to see if Bob was well enough to give my reporter a few comments about the 50th anniversary of the station. That’s when I learned he had taken a turn for the worst. He passed away later that day. I was stunned. I sat at my desk crying, we prepared an obituary for our website and I drove home in tears. I also cried when talking to my wife about some of the memories I shared with you in this editorial.

This past Sunday, WOBM aired a special Topic A hosted by his successor Jeremy Grunin and Kevin Williams. They took phone calls from loyal listeners and shared their memories of Bob. I was in tears for most of the show, realizing he touched so many lives in different ways. He became a true staple of Sunday mornings and an Ocean County institution.

I can go on and on about Bob but there’s not enough room in the paper or on the website. Bob Levy was a truly great person.

Despite a self-deprecating gruff exterior, he was all heart and cared about people whether they were close to him or not. I am truly grateful for the time I spent with Bob. He would end each edition of Topic A every Sunday with “know this, I’m out of here.” This time, he really is…but he will never be forgotten. Thanks Bob, for everything!

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By Marc S. Galella, Esq., of R.C. Shea and Associates The beginning of a New Year is a good time to review your estate planning documents.

Let’s start with your Last Will and Testament. Have you reviewed it in the last year? If not, now is a good time. First, look at the persons who you have appointed as your executor, guardian and trustee.

Are those persons still capable of acting in that capacity? Are they still willing to act? Is there any reason why you would not want them to act under your Will?

Review the specific bequests and devises in your Will. This is the part of the Will where you leave specific items, real estate or money to specific persons. Are those persons still worthy of receiving those assets? Are there additional persons that you want add to your Will? Do you still own the items identified in your Will?

Are there any other items that you want to leave to specific persons?

Review the persons named in your Will who are receiving the remainder of your estate. Are those persons still deserving of your assets? If you are leaving your estate in different percentages to your beneficiaries, are those percentages still what you want? Are they any other persons who you want to add to your Will?

Are any of the persons named in your Will incapacitated or receiving governmental benefits? Perhaps the assets left to those

persons are best left in a trust.

Review your Power of Attorney. Are the persons you appointed Marc S. Galella Esq. in that document still capable of acting for you? Do they still want to act on your behalf?

Are there other persons who you want to name to act for you? Is there any reason why a person that you named should no longer act for you? Do you have a Power of Attorney? Maybe you did not need one the last time you prepared a Will, but maybe you should consider preparing one now.

Review your Living Will. Ask yourself the same questions as your Power of Attorney. Has there been any changes in your medical conditions that would change the medical directives in your current Living Will?

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Bbbsoc Annual Bowl For Kids’ Sake Event TOMS RIVER – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ocean County (BBBSOC) to hold Annual Bowl for Kids’ Sake event Sunday, March 11 at Playdrome Lanes, in Toms River starting at 10:30 a.m.

Each bowler is asked to pledge a minimum $50 donation that they may p e r s o n a l ly d o n at e or c ol le c t f r om family members, friends, co-workers and/or their employers. Money raised from this event will be used to support BBBSOC’s one to one youth mentoring programs.

Whether you’re a non-bowler or someone who gets a strike every game, you will have a great time while making a big difference for the children in your Ocean County community. Everyone will enjoy pizza and beverages, and

bowl two games with their family and friends or other BBBSOC supporters.

There will also be lots of great door prizes. Remember it’s all about kids, a good cause, and a great time.

“About 100 bowlers participate in this event each year, everyone is welcome - individuals, families, senior citizens, and students. This is a great family friendly event or team building event for your office or business. So come out and bowl,” said Acting Executive Director Ida Cahill.

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Ocean County Offers Help To Seniors During Winter Weather

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 732-929-2091 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 20172018. 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 732-2449041.

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

He also noted that seniors participat-

ing 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.”

Surviving To Thriving: A Group For Adult Survivors Of Sexual Abuse And Assault TOMS RIVER – St. Francis Community Center Counseling Services announces a group for Adult Survivors of Sexual Abuse and Assault. Empower yourself and unlock the skills and tools necessary to move forward and thrive in this safe, free and confidential group.

The group will meet Monday’s starting March 5, 2018 and run through to May 21, 2018 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in Toms River.

These meetings are open to all residents of Ocean County 18 years and older. Please call Bianca Valentini, LSW to register and reserve your space at 609-494-1554.

Elks Offer Bingo

TOMS RIVER – Toms River Elks #1875 offers bingo on Wednesday nights at 7 p.m.

Open to the public. The lodge is at 600 Washington Street. Call 732-341-9863.

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Ocean County Library Seeks Student Film Submissions

TOMS RIVER – Roll out the red carpet and break out the popcorn, the 12th annual Ocean County Library Student Film Festival is approaching and submissions are needed.

The Ocean County Library is looking for the next Stephen Spielberg and Quentin Tarantino.

Entries by high school filmmakers are now being accepted for a chance to see their film viewed on the big screen on Saturday, April 28. The submission deadline is Friday, March 16. There is no entry fee.

Submissions are being accepted in the following categories: Animation: An illustrated or computer-animated film featuring a story or a plot. The visual technique provides the illusion of motion by displaying a collection of images in sequence.

Limit three minutes.

Commercial: An advertisement for a company, local business or product. The object is to create an interest in the promotion of the advertisement and should be targeted to the public. Limit 90 seconds.

Documentary: Primarily for the purpose of education, instruction or historical record, documentaries cover a broad category of subjects intended to highlight some aspect of reality surrounding an issue, topic, or person of importance. The film should add value and promote discussion by bringing in new information, identifying unrecognized problems, providing or suggesting new solutions, or offering a unique perspective.

Limit five minutes.

Experimental: The film should be characterized by abstract or avant-garde techniques, a poetic approach to a film’s construction, or the absence of a linear narrative. Limit five minutes.

Music Video: A film integrating a song and imagery created for artistic purposes. The film should represent the artist’s original work and emphasize the relationship between audio and video. Limit five minutes.

News Coverage: A segment that brings attention to an important issue ranging from local to global.

Limit three minutes.

OCL Promo – Make us a social media video: Create a piece that features why the library is important to you and the community! The winning video will be pinned on the library’s Facebook and You Tube pages. Limit two minutes.

(PSA) Public Service Announcement: Create a message, with the objective of raising awareness or changing public attitudes and behavior towards a social issue. Limit two minutes.

School Coverage: An informational segment

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Short Film: It should be an original film that emphasizes a story. It should include character development, conflict and resolution with creative storylines that strive to keep the viewer engaged for the full length of the film. Subcategories include but are not limited to action, adventure,

comedy, drama and horror. Limit five minutes.

Silent Film: A film that contains no synchronized soundtrack and no spoken dialogue. It should emphasize a story. It should include character development, conflict and resolution with creative storylines that strive to keep the viewer engaged for the full length of the film. Subcategories include but are not limited to action, adventure, comedy, drama and horror. Limit five minutes.

Stop Motion / Claymation: Limit three minutes.

The film festival will take place at the Toms River Branch, 101 Washington St. on the big screen in Mancini Hall, from 6 to 9 p.m. Entrance and attendance to the festival are free!

Entry requirements, FAQs and the link to the application can be found on the Ocean County Library website (theoceancountylibrary.org) and at all 21 library locations.

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CLASSIFIEDS Advertise in the main sections of Micromedia’s weekly newspapers. Your ad will be seen by thousands. Our skilled team of account executives can work with any budget. Call 732-657-7344 ext. 206 for more information.

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) Sofa Broyhill Tan Sofa with Matching Recliner/Rocker - Oversized dual reclining sofa Lazy Boy burgundy. Call 732-414-1001. Best offer. (12) Art and Records, 45’s, LP’s for sale - Fair prices. Many Dollar Records. Art at below fair market.

Call Mario 732-657-5630.

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Comics, Toys Convention - March 18. Elks Toms River. Guests: Marvel artists Philip McNulty, Joe DelBeato. Writers, costume vendors, (13) cards, crafts. 609-242-7756.

Help Wanted Registered Nurse – 30 Hours a week 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 (30 hours a week e/o Competitive starting rate and excellent benefits package including health, dental, life, vision, PTO time, and 401(K). Part Time or Per Diem RN positions available on 3-11 shift, For immediate consideration apply to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759, 732-8492047 or email resume to rscully@ thepinesatwhiting.org. EOE. (11)

Help Wanted Micromedia looking for a high-energy account rep to sell print and online advertising in Ocean County. Competitive base, bonuses & company benefits. Successful applicant should possess good communication skills & a desire to grow with the company. E-Mail resumes to jallentoff@jersey shoreonline.com. EOE. (t/n) 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) Now Hiring Property Inspectors FT/PT in your area. Full, free training provided. jim.g59@comcast.net or msangelabove@comcast.net. 732-7664425, 201-259-0734. Ask for Mel. (14) We Need CNA’s, CHHA’s and LPN’s - Full time, part time. Call now 732-288-1600. Training available days or nights, start now.

(11) Part Time Food Service - We have an immediate need for Part Time Waitstaff/ Servers AM and PM shifts available, Dietary Aides, PT Dishwashers. We are a well established retirement/ healthcare community located in Whiting. We offer competitive pay. Under the direction of great Food Service leadership team, you will be working in an environment where you get the support and training needed to grow in your culinary career. The Pines offers an open door policy and Senior Leadership is always available and visible to our employees every day. Rate of pay starts at $9/hr. Apply in Person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org (11) Gardener - Gardeners wanted for garden maintenance, planting and development. Experience preferred, training available. Own transportation.

Subcontractor opportunity. Michael 732-350-5144, leave message. (12) 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! FT 7-3 CNA – Skilled Nursing Unit (2 Positions). FT – 7-3 – CHHA (1 Position). FT 3-11 CNA – Skilled Nursing Unit. Part Time 3-11 CNA – Skilled Nursing Unit. 1 FT 11-7 CHHA (1 Position). Weekend commitment positions on all 3-11/117. Weekend program requires a commitment of 4 weekend shifts per month. Special weekend rates available for weekend commitment positions.Full Time positions offer excellent benefits including health, dental, life, Paid Time Off and 401(K) with generous match after 1 year.Apply in Person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org. (11)

Services PQ Painting & Home Improvement Services - Over 5 decades of service in NJ. Visit us online at pqpaintingservice.com. See our 2018 specials on our website. Winner of Angie’s List Super Service Award. Free estimates, reasonable rates, fully licensed and insured NJ Lic #13VH06752800. Call 732500-3063 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) 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) Painting - By neat, meticulous craftsman who will beat any written estimate. Interior/exterior. Free estimate. Fully insured. 732-5067787, 646-643-7678.

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Tom. Save ad. 551-427-0227. (20) Computer Tutoring for Seniors – Retired, “Microsoft Certified” i n s t r u c t o r. Ve r y R e a s o n a b l e 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) BUY DIRECT FLOORING - 26oz. commercial and DuPont stainmaster carpet $12 yd.installed. RITZ Luxury Vinyl $2.75ft.installed.

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(14) My 2 Girls Cleaning Service Brrr..Winter Cleaning Specials - A package to meet all your needs. Bonded and insured. Same teams. Please call Donna at 732-914-8909 or 732-232-7058. (7) Nor’easter Painting and Staining, LLC - Interior and exterior. Decks, powerwashing. Affordable. Senior discounts. References. No job too small. Fully insured. 732-6910123. Lic #13VH09460600. (13) Cleaning Lady - Insured. I clean one house a day so that I can give your home the attention and care it deserves.

I only have a few openings left, so call while they are still available. References (15) upon request. 848-210-5710.

Electrician - Licensed/Insured. Will do the jobs the big guys don’t want. Free estimates, senior discount. Call Bob 732608-7702. LIC #12170.

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Call Ric 908-330-6146.

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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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We Unclog All Drains - Including main sewer lines. Toilets repaired and replaced and more.

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

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

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Caregiver - I’m a loving, compassionate caregiver with over 20 years experience to include Alzheimers.

Will take excellent care of your elderly/sick loved one at home or facility. Willing to travel. Available 24/7, live-in or live-out. Reasonable rates. Phone 201-589-7269.

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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.

(13) Handyman – All masonry work, repairs, sidewalks, paving, stone, decorative stone, mulch. Call Jerry 848-299-7412. Free estimates. NJ reg #13VH08709600.

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SRPE Celebration And Dance Party

A SENSE OF HUMOR

The clear, gel-like substance known as “vitreous humor” fills the space within the eyeball between the eye lens and the retina. As we age, the vitreous shrinks, sometimes to the point where the fibers, which normally attach to the surface of the eye, pull away. As they do so, they can cause vitreous “floaters,” debris from the tiny breaks in the retina that cast shadows on the retina. Because vitreous humor doesn’t replace itself, these floating fibers remain. People with floaters usually adapt and forget about them. If they pose a problem, the ophthalmologist may suggest a surgical procedure called “vitrectomy,” which involves making a small incision in the eye, extracting broken-down fluid, and replacing it with a vitreous substitute.

A vitreous detachment is a common condition that usually affects people over age 50, and is very common after age 80. People who are nearsighted are also at increased risk. Those who have a vitreous detachment in one eye are likely to have one in the other, although it may not happen until years later. To schedule an exam, please call SUSSKIND & ALMALLAH EYE ASSOCIATES, P.A. at 732-349-5622. We are committed to providing advanced vision care in a professional and comfortable environment.

MARLBORO (732) 972-1015

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www.oceancountyeye.com P.S. The vitreous humor occupies 80 percent of the eye.

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TOMS RIVER – Come join us for a Celebration and Dance Party on April 14, 2018 from 7-10 p.m. There will be snacks, coffee, tea, pastries and music by DJ Johnny! This event is BYOB. Tickets are $7 and can be purchased

at the SRPE office, 979 Edgebrook Dr. North, Toms River, on Mondays through Fridays. You can get tickets from Mar 1 to April 11.

For more information call Sandy at 732279-6608.

OCC Annual Scholarship Celebration Honors Freeholder Virginia Haines

TOMS RIVER – Save-the-Date! The Ocean County College Foundation’s 2018 Annual Scholarship Celebration will be held on Friday, June 15 at 6 p.m. on the Ocean Count y College Main Campus in Toms River.

Ocean County Freeholder Virginia “Gin ny” Haines will be honored as Humanitarian of the Year. Scholarship

Celebration proceeds will benefit the mission of the Ocean County College Foundation.

“It is t he Ocea n Cou nt y Col lege Foundation’s great privilege to name Ginny as its Humanitarian of the Year,” said Kenneth J. Malagiere, Executive Director of the Ocean County College Foundation.

“A lifelong resident of Ocean Count y, Gi n ny is a n elected member of the Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders, bringing with her years of public ser vice and leadership experience. Her vast knowledge in state and local politics, along with her dedication and service to the community, illustrates why Ginny has been chosen for the OCC Foundation’s highest honor,” Malagiere added.

The Ocean County College Foundation Scholarship Celebration is held annually to assist the Foundation in its mission to make higher education accessible to Ocean County residents through scholarships and awards. The event will feature a sumptuous gourmet buffet, live entertainment, dancing, and a silent auction.

Individuals and businesses may lend support by purchasing a ticket, becoming a sponsor, or donating an auction item.

The Ocean County College Foundation is a private nonprofit organization dedicated to the growth and development of the College through scholarships, endowments, and capital and special projects.

For information on how to purchase tickets ($200 per person), become a sponsor, or donate an auction item for the 2018 Annual Scholarship Celebration, call the Ocean County College Foundation at 732-255-0492 or visit ocean.edu.

Register Pets

TOMS RIVER – Toms River residents can register their pet at Toms River Board of Health, located in Town Hall, 33 Washington St. Since 1991, Toms River Township has required all cats and dogs be licensed like many other municipalities. Cats and dogs require a current rabies shot to be licensed.

For further information, call the Toms River Board of Health at 732-341-1000, ext. 8400.

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LADACIN Network To Hold 37th Annual Rosebud Gala Dinner Dance NEPTUNE – LADACIN Network will hold its 37th Annual Rosebud Gala Dinner Dance on Saturday, March 10, 2018, at 6:30 p.m. at the Jumping Brook Country Club in Neptune.

The Rosebud Gala is the Agency’s premier annual fundraising event featuring dinner and dancing, an awards ceremony, a gift auction, raffles and a floral centerpiece contest.

This year Suburban Transit/Coach USA will be honored as the Rosebud Gala Corporate Honoree. The Asbury Park-Wall Elks #128 and Monmouth-Ocean Development Council will be recognized as Humanitarian Honorees. The Brick Township High School Interact Club will receive the Young Leaders Award.

Co-chairing the event are LADACIN Network Board President, Victor Sbailo, Barnegat, and Margaret Winkelman, Howell. Carl Craft, host of 95.9 WRAT’s “Morning RAT Race”, will serve as Master of Ceremonies, and music will be provided

by Jack Goodman’s Allstar Band.

Each year, florists from Monmouth and Ocean Counties are invited to showcase their talents by participating in the floral centerpiece contest. Gala attendees choose the winners. The fi rst prize winner will be awarded a $2,500 radio advertising package generously donated by Beasley Media Group.

Leading the event’s underwriting efforts are LADACIN Network’s Annual Corporate Sponsors. CWR Wholesale Distributors, Inc. is a Premier Benefactor and Turning Point Restaurants is an Elite Benefactor. Benefactors are Beasley Media Group – 95.9 WRAT & 100.1 WJRZ and New Jersey Natural Gas. Diamond Guardian Sponsors include LENNAR, T. F. Produce, The County Woman (Monmouth, Ocean, and Atlantic), and Willis Towers Watson. Gold Sponsors are Hospital for Special Surgery, OceanFirst Bank and

Eating Disorders Support Group TOMS RIVER – This weekly, peer run Eating Disorder Support Group provides an opportunity for those with eating disorders to share with others, learn practical skills and tools, and work toward recovery.

Meetings take place at 5:45 p.m. on Thursdays at Journey to Wellness, 25 S. Shore Drive. Meetings are offered by the Mental Health Association – Ocean County.

For more information call 732-914-1546.

St. Patt y’s Day Bash TOMS RIVER – Join us for the St. Patty’s Day Bash at the Toms River Elks Lodge. There were over 600 people in attendance last year and we plan for even more this year! Ballyhaunis Band will be cranking out the Irish tunes and there will be corned beef, irish nachos, potato leek soup and more. There will also be a 50/50 drawing at 7 p.m.

OceanFirst Foundation, Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services, Suburban Transit/Coach USA, TD Bank and World Insurance Associates LLC. LADACIN Network provides a continuum of care, including educational, therapeutic, social, residential and support services to infants, children and adults with complex physical and developmental disabilities or delays, including child care and pre-school, early intervention, school programs, adult day programs, vocational training, supported employment, residential options, and respite programs. Today LADACIN serves over 3,500 individuals and families in 14 locations throughout Monmouth and Ocean Counties.

For information about the 37th Annual Rosebud Gala, contact Cathy Claps, Coordinator of Development and Community Relations, at 732-493-5900, ext. 263 or visit ladacin.org.

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County Clerk’s Office To Offer Gold Star Parent ID’s TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Clerk’s Office is now offering Gold Star Parent identification cards to military parents.

The identification card will honor the parents of military members who died while on active duty.

“Ocean County is proud of its veterans and we honor the memory of all those who made the ultimate sacrifice,” said Ocean County Freeholder Director Gerry P. Little, who serves as liaison to the Veterans Service Bureau. “The Gold Star Parents deserve our appreciation and recognition.

“The addition of the Gold Star Parent Identification Program is a small way to honor the loved ones of those who have lost their lives protecting our country,” he said.

The identification card was established earlier this year after former Gov. Chris Christie signed legislation creating it. The “Gold Star Parent” recognizes a parent, legal guardian or other legal custodian of a member of the Armed Forces of the United States who died while on active duty for the United States.

“The Gold Star Parent ID card opens up opportunities for a parent or guardian allowing them to access courtesies like discounts extended to military families,” said Ocean County Clerk Scott M. Colabella.

An identification card can be issued to any Gold Star Parent who is a resident of the County.

“In addition to the veteran identification cards offered by the County Clerk, this program allows for family members of veterans to be recognized,” said Ocean County Freeholder John P. Kelly, who serves as liaison to the Ocean County Clerk’s office. “The Board of Freeholders appreciates the efforts of the County Clerk as we all recognize our service men and women and their families.”

The Gold Star Parents identification card displays the words “Gold Star Parent,” bears the true name and branch of the armed forces in which the person who lost his or her life while on active duty served, and other identifying information as certified by the applicant.

Applicants need to show any or all of the following: Certification from an organization formed for the support of parents of members of the armed forces who lost their lives while on active duty for the United States, that the applicant is a parent, legal guardian or legal custodian The service member’s federal DD Form 1300, Report of Casualty, which identifies the member of the armed forces who died while on active duty for the United States And/or documentation indicating the applicant’s relationship to the service member.

For more information regarding the program, visit the Office of the Ocean County Clerk at 118 Washington St., here, or call 732-929-2018.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast

For the week of march 10 - march 16

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (Mar 21-Apr. 19): Step up to the starting gate or you may end up at the back of the pack. In the week ahead roll up your sleeves and get down to business. Resting on your laurels will get you nowhere.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Too much of anything is unhealthy. You may be confident in your professional abilities, but need a break this week. Step back from tedious projects to get your bearings before you finish a job.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Sometimes great things need a little push to get started.

You may have doubts as to whether a project is worth starting in the first place. Hold off until mid-week and re-evaluate your plans.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You may have plenty of work, but by the end of the week you will have time to spend. Put free time to good use through creative outlets.

Draw a picture, bake a cake or compose a symphony.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): A period of indecision and doubt may work out for the best. Don’t be in too much of a hurry to make major purchases. Wait until the last half of the week to make important choices and decisions.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Hold off on making major decisions or changes during the next few days. Wait until the second half of the week to enter into agreements, make commitments or hold a crucial meeting.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You might need a hearing aid to detect the voice of experience. Early in the week, you may ignore sound advice where your job or work is concerned. Count pennies carefully in the week ahead.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Agree to disagree. Don’t let anyone change your opinions no matter how persuasive their arguments may be. In the latter half of the week your energy levels will be at a higher level.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Even the sharpest shooting cupid misses the mark occasionally. An object of your affection may receive mixed messages about your true intentions in the first half of the week.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Conflicts are best avoided. You may be fighting against conventional wisdom, but what seems like a hopeless situation will seem trivial and meaningless by the middle of the week.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): It is possible that you will be challenged to be precise rather than passive. You may feel drawn to shiny, attractive things in the first part of the week, but the beauty may not be lasting.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You may be too understanding for your own good. Your intuitions could be far off base. Wait until the second half of the week to make a promise or begin an important creative project..

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In a nonstick pan, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium heat. Add the potato cubes and saute, stirring occasionally, until deep golden brown and tender, 10 to 12 minutes. Set aside and keep warm.

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Season the steak on both sides with salt and pepper, and brush with the remaining 1 teaspoon of oil. Heat a saute pan over high heat, then add the steak and cook until done to your liking, 3 to 4 minutes per side for medium-rare. When the steak is done, transfer to a platter and cover with foil to rest until slicing.

Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, whisk the eggs with a little salt and pepper. Stir in the cooked onion, peppers and potatoes. Over moderate heat, melt the butter in a 10-inch (25-cm) skillet. Pour in the potato-egg mixture and cook, stirring frequently, until scrambled to your liking, preferably still somewhat moist. Adjust the seasonings to taste with more salt and pepper.

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