2018-03-17 - The Berkeley Times

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By Chris Lundy BERKELEY – Fort De France Avenue, which strides through the senior communities, will be milled and repaved, Mayor Carmen Amato said.

The road is a long road that curves through the residential area, sometimes with nothing but trees on one side.

It shares intersections with major roads like

Mule Road and Jamaica Boulevard.

Amato announced the project at a recent Tow n s h i p C o u n c i l meeting, where he noted that State Department of Transportation funds will provide $340,000 out of the total $420,000 cost. The project also involves installation of handicapped ramps at the intersections, and work on the sidewalks.

–Photos by Chris Lundy (Above) Repaving, curb, and sidewalk work will be done on Fort De France Avenue. (Below) Handicapped ramps will be installed at the intersections of Fort De France Avenue.

–Photo by Chris Lundy The intersection of Frederick Drive and Route 9 is dangerous and better lighting is being considered to help.

By Chris Lundy BERKELEY – Township officials are in the preliminary talks with Jersey Central Power and Light to replace some traditional lights with LED lighting.

LED stands for “light emitting diode” and are generally brighter and more efficient than (Lighting - See Page 5)

COUNTY BUDGET UP AGAIN; TAXES EXPECTED 22nd Annual Chef’s Night Out Celebrates TO DECREASE

By Jennifer Peacock TOMS RIVER – Ocean County taxpayers Food, Fun, And OCVTS Students will see a slight decrease in their county taxes

By Kimberly Bosco TOMS RIVER – Breezes of New Gretna, and Senor Sangria of Maplewood, were the big winners of the night at the 22nd Annual Chef’s Night Out & Gift Auction on Tuesday, March 12. Over 40 New Jersey restaurants, bakeries, breweries, and vineyards came together at the RWJ Barnabas Health Arena in Toms River for a night brimming with food, fun, and prizes.

This was the 22nd year of the Ocean (Students - See Page 5)

–Photo by Jason Allentoff Students from OCVTS’ culinary program cook up delectable dishes.

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For at least the second year in a row, taxes will decrease: even a half-cent decrease is going in the right direction, Ocean County Freeholder John Bartlett said. While no services saw an expansion, no services were cut.

With Winter Storm Quinn raging outside, the Freeholders introduced their $416.1 million budget March 7. A public hearing will be held 4 p.m. April 4 at the county administration building.

(Taxes - See Page 5)

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Ocean County St. Patrick’s Day Parade Honors It’s Founder, John Sweeney

By Bob Vosseller SEASIDE HEIGHTS – The Ocean County St. Patrick’s Day Parade honored its founder John Sweeney of Lavallette in grand style during its 34th parade held on March 10.

Sweeney, who was the driving force of the parade for 27 years, died of lung cancer on Dec. 12, 2017. He was honored with a special float during the parade sponsored

by Timothy E. Ryan Funeral Homes with design input from his family. The float was filled with family and his many friends and drew cheers during the breezy March day.

Thousands of families lined up on the borough’s emerald lined Boulevard to watch pipe and drums, mummers, bands, various

organizations, marchers and more.

Borough Mayor Anthony Vaz remarked prior to the parade that “it has been 34 years and I was in the very first one as a young

councilman. The parade has grown over the years and John Sweeney created it and made it better each year. It has become a very big day for Seaside Heights and the county.”

Vaz noted that the parade involved many pre- and post-parade event activities over the years that serve as fundraisers for it and have added to its fun. “John was always a true gentleman with a great sense of humor which he shared from the starting phases of each year’s parade planning to the final day of the parade.”

As per tradition, the day began with a traditional Irish Mass at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church on the Boulevard and Grant Avenue. The parade itself started at noon and ran for 90 minutes.

The route started on the Seaside Park border. It ended at Sampson Avenue (stretching one and a quarter mile long).

Sweeney had been quoted more than once over the many years concerning the parade’s running time. He said that it was vital that it be kept under two-hours as it always packed a great deal of entertainment.

“We want everyone to have time to get out and enjoy the boardwalk afterward,” Sweeney often said. The parade organizer

–Photos by Bob Vosseller (Above) The Sweeney family gather prior to the start of the 34th annual Ocean County St. Patrick’s Day Parade.

(Right) Bagpipers were of course well repre sented during the annual Ocean County St. Patrick’s Day Parade.

(Left) Viewers crowded along the route, got up on their parent’s shoulders, or looked down from balconies to get a good look. was well known for his gold and green attire and pointed ears which he wore during the early years of the parade and at a pre-parade

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Students:

Continued From Page 1 County Foundation for Vocational Education’s largest fundraiser. The Foundation is part of the Ocean County Vocational Technical Schools.

“All of the money goes toward scholarships for students coming into vocational school or equipment for the classrooms, something above and beyond what our regular budget would purchase,” said Nancy Weber-Loeffert, assistant superintendent at OCVTS. Weber-Loeffert estimated that the event would see over 1,000 people. Tickets to the event cost $60, or $75 at the door. She noted that most people buy their tickets ahead of time for $60 and that the event was expected to bring in a total of about $40,000 this year.

Last year’s fundraiser raised about $32,000, and Weber-Loeffert added that, “we expect that it’s going to be bigger and better,” this year.

Various popular, local restaurants came out, such as Bahama Breeze in Toms River, Cuisine on the Green in Little Egg Harbor, Dogfish Head Craft Brewery in Milton, The Olive Garden, and Yellow Brick Road Ice Cream Carousel in Toms River, among many others.

In addition to the dozens of renowned establishments involved in the evening’s competition for the “People’s Choice” award, the OCVTS students also whipped up some treats to serve. The OCVTS students were not involved in the competition for a prize, but they were able to show off their culinary prowess learned and practiced in vocational school by serving handmade seafood dishes and desserts alongside the vendors.

“Vocational education has been underrated, and fi nally now it’s coming back and we’re getting some notoriety,” said Weber-Loeffert.

She explained that vocational education produces the HVAC guy, the plumber, the electrician, or the woman or man that styles your hair, among many other professions by teaching students in these specialized skill areas.

“It’s a school of choice,” she said. “Students are with us because they want to be and because they have a career view.”

The OCVTS students’ table was mobbed with people throughout the entire event, looking to taste their creations. Some

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Continued From Page 1 traditional street lights, business administrator John Camera said. The township already has them in several municipal spots. They would probably not need new poles, but rather they would replace the fixtures.

The issue was brought up during the last Township Council meeting where Councilman John Bacchione mentioned that Frederick Drive, a dangerous Route 9 intersection where pedestrians have been killed, should be a candidate for that.

The Berkeley Times, March 17, 2018, Page 5 students provided an array of desserts, including tarts, macaroons, and chocolate treats, while others prepared small servings of a special octopus dish.

One OCVTS student, 16-year old Sage, said that the evening was great experience and, “it took a lot of prep work.” He said that some of the prep took place at the school and then they had to transport materials over to the arena for serving.

In addition to the abundance of food and drink, the evening also included a 50/50 raffle with winnings totaling up to over $5,000. There were door prizes and tons of items for the gift auction. Attendees could win anything from a Dunkin Donuts gift card to a trip to Aruba in a five-star resort.

At the end of the evening, the winners were announced: • First Place for beverages: “People’s Choice”: Senor Sangria, Maplewood, NJ • First Place: Breezes, New Gretna, NJ • Second Place: Eagle Ridge Golf Club, Lakewood, NJ • Third Place: Office Restaurant & Lounge/The Villa, Toms River, NJ • Sweet Treat: Sweet Marie’s Bakery, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

Taxes:

Continued From Page 1 “This board is following through on our commitment to lower the county property tax rate as we recover from the losses of the great recession and Superstorm Sandy,” Bartlett said. “Last year we decreased the tax rate by 1/10th of a cent and this year we will decrease it by half a cent to 34.7 cents per $100 of equalized value.

“This is the direction we would like to follow,” he said in presenting the proposed budget to the board on Feb. 28. “As our ratables rise we will gradually reduce the tax rate.”

The budget comes in $6 million under the 2 percent cap (The state requires that budgets do not increase more than this).

The overall budget is up $8.1 million. The amount raised by taxation is up 1.29 percent, to $346.5 million.

County property values increased almost three percent, to $99.8 billion.

“And while we are seeing those values gradually increase, we are still $9 billion below the 2009 values when the economy took a downturn,” Bartlett said. “Coupling

that with Superstorm Sandy three years later, we saw a major loss in the county. That is now beginning to turn around.”

Bartlett said the county’s surplus in 2018 is $55.4 million. The proposed budget includes about $22 million from surplus.

“In order to maintain our AAA bond rating, it’s imperative we keep a surplus balance that is equal to about 10 percent of the budget,” Bartlett said. “Having the highest bond rating possible helps us tremendously when we need to bond for capital projects.

“In addition a strong surplus balance is necessary in times of natural disasters and emergencies as we all saw after Superstorm Sandy,” Bartlett said.

“We have to build one year’s budget with an eye toward what it means for the future,” Bartlett said.

This year’s budget will use more cash – $25 million – for capital expenditures so the county doesn’t have to bond for items such as trucks or heavy equipment.

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY E DITORIAL Why We Publish Politicians’ Press Releases The first letter to the editor that we’re printing this week had some pointed things to say about how we publish the press releases of Congressman Tom MacArthur (R-3rd). We had been talking internally about publicly addressing how and why we publish press releases from elected officials, and this seems like a good time to do so.

Most weeks, we have a “Government Page,” that has one to three press releases from elected officials. Mayors and council members use this space as a way to directly reach residents. If you want Southern Ocean residents to know about something, for example, you don’t get a better local source than The Southern Ocean Times. More often than not, this page is full of state or federal lawmakers.

Every week, I scour through politicians’ press releases.

Some of them get sent to us. Some of them we have to find. I choose what to run based on what is the most timely and what would impact our readers the most.

This has been a long-time policy of Micromedia Publications since it was founded in 1995. It’s not really a service for politicians, but a service for readers. Elected officials do a lot of work that never makes it to the front page, but still impacts your lives. You need to know what politicians are doing, even if it doesn’t warrant a full news

story.

We publish press releases from politicians regardless of their political stripe. It just happens that almost all of them around here are Republicans.

We welcome releases from Toms River’s Republican Mayor Thomas Kelaher as much as Brick’s Mayor John Ducey, a Democrat. Occasionally, I will look at Robert Menendez and Cory Booker’s websites, both state Democrats, but those releases are not usually relevant to our area.

As for MacArthur, we have the same relationship with him that we did with his predecessors: Jon Runyan, a Republican, and John Adler, a Democrat. We publish him frequently because he frequently sends us stuff. There certainly have been more this year, an election year, but looking at his web site, you can see one or more releases a week last year as well.

We also welcome letters that are either for or against him. If you look at the letters pages, you’ll see that there are quite a few readers who strongly dislike him.

We have no official position on any of our elected officials.

As a policy, we don’t endorse candidates. So, in closing, don’t mistake the publication of a press release as an endorsement of a candidate. We are just letting you know what they’re up to and what they’re thinking.

Chris Lundy News Editor

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Letters To The Editor Stop Publishing MacArthur’s Statements Your publication should stop giving preference to one political party’s candidate over the other’s. By enabling him to distort reality for your readers in his campaign to get re-elected in District 3, the Times, Micromedia Publications and Jersey Shore Online are providing an unfair advantage to Rep. Tom MacArthur.

Every time you distribute his defensive “spin” on his shameful record in Congress for the past three years, you are helping him deceive voters. You never present the facts that belie his 93% allegiance to dangerous NRA policies that can result in mass shootings.

You repeatedly give MacArthur a free platform to try to downplay his extreme record on guns. Off the top of my head, I can think of 14 ways MacArthur has stood with his campaign contributor, the NRA, and stood against public safety.

Despite the weekly columns that his PR flack wrote, the record shows that he was (1) against strengthening the National Instant Criminal Background Check System, (2) voting against the bipartisan “Public Safety and Second Amendment Rights Protection Act” and (3) refusing to co-sponsor the bill when it was updated last year.

MacArthur’s belated interest in mental health has no credibility, because he (4) voted against a Social Security rule that would have kept guns from individuals with mental impairments, and he (5) voted against having the Veterans Administration report mentally incompetent vets to the Background Check System.

The NRA must be so proud of its puppet! He’s not representing the wishes of nine out of ten of his constituents who are in favor of better background checks.

To add insult to injury, MacArthur wants (6) to cut billions of dollars out of Medicaid, which supports mental health programs. He (7) voted against funding Centers for Disease Control research on firearm injury prevention. He (8) won’t even allow the CDC to have a database that can search names when it traces the sources of firearms. MacArthur also (9) voted against funding gun safety research at Health and Human Services, and even 10) voted against designating gun research

Letters To The Editor a priority at the National Science I am grateful that Congressman of New Jersey in a federal staFoundation. He’s obviously the best politician the NRA can buy.

Just after the worst mass shooting in U.S. history, in Las Vegas, MacArthur (11) co-sponsored the bill that would allow firearm enthusiasts to carry concealed guns across state lines. Hidden “heat” is banned in New Jersey.

What about states’ rights, Tom? He has also (12) voted against the “no fly, no buy” bills that would deny firearm purchases to known or suspected terrorists.

That’s just ridiculous!

In the space your publications give for MacArthur’s propaganda week after week, he’s (13) avoided mentioning anything at all about assault rifles or (14) raising the minimum age to buy guns.

Clearly, this NRA lackey doesn’t represent the vast majority of Ocean County voters.

Instead MacArthur thinks domestic abusers, felons, terror suspects, the mentally ill, bar patrons, church-goers, students and teachers should be armed no matter what. He’s neglecting public safety as more people are being slaughtered.

It’s time for Micromedia Publications to stop enabling MacArthur to do the bidding of the NRA without giving the same amount of space to the common-sense views of most of your readers.

Nancy J. Richman Toms River

A Thank You For Dune Replenishment Approximately five years have passed since Superstorm Sandy and the south end boardwalk fire, and Seaside Heights is continuing to rebuild and recover. As mayor, I can’t help but look at our new amusement rides and see an image of the Star Jet roller coaster in the ocean. We have come a long way, but have a long way to go.

I have been working around the clock to plan for future storms and encourage everyone in our community to do the same. Part of this preparation has been working with agencies across every level of government on our dune and beach re-nourishment project, which is essential to our region. I have been adamant that I will do whatever I can to help this project to completion, but the Borough Council and I remain firm that the project must not impact our beach and boardwalk operations this summer. Our local economy simply cannot afford it.

Tom MacArthur is standing with Seaside Heights in urging the Army Corp of Engineers to finish the project before Memorial Day weekend, or to postpone the Seaside Heights piece of the project until after the core summer season. We received good news that indicates the Army Corp of Engineers is listening and working to address our concerns.

We are fortunate that Congressman MacArthur is a friend that recognizes the importance of the summer economy and is responsive to the needs of our small coastal town.

Anthony Vaz Seaside Heights Mayor

A New Tax Deduction For Vets It is income tax season, and there is a new law (saves money) that changes New Jersey tax law that Governor Christie signed that probably has been forgotten, and did not get much publicity.

Starting in tax year 2017, New Jersey residents who were “honorable discharged veterans” can take a $3,000 personal deduction from their New Jersey state taxes.

They can do that every year, which is fantastic, and this must be shared with over 500,000 people who could qualify in New Jersey. I bet 99.9 percent of the people who qualify do not know about this.

Will their accountants tell them? Who knows. Will their friends tell them? Who knows.

Can they find out about this at a county Freeholders meeting?

Who knows.

Also, even if they were in the reserves, not necessarily full time active duty, they can use this new deduction. A lot of the time, reservists were excluded from getting benefits, like a V.A. Loan for example.

The law applies to any New Jersey taxpayer who is “a veteran honorable discharged or released under honorable circumstances from active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States, a reserve component thereof, or the National Guard

tus.” Veteran is defined under NJSA 38A. But, and here is one big “But.” The taxpayer must send in a “honorable separation form DD214 as proof of active duty.”

So, if they don’t have that form, they have to write away and get it from the federal government.

Here is the 2nd big “But:” If you have to write away for the DD214 form, note this please, because it is not as easy as just making a simple request: Your request must contain certain basic information for them to locate your service records.

This information includes: • The veteran’s complete name used while in service • Service number • Social security number • Branch of service • Dates of service • Date and place of birth (especially if the service number is not known).

• If you suspect your records may have been involved in the 1973 fire, also include: • Place of discharge • Last unit of assignment • Place of entry into the service, if known.

• All requests must be signed and dated by the veteran or next-of-kin.

• If you are the next of kin of a deceased veteran, you must provide proof of death of the veteran such as a copy of death certificate, letter from funeral home, or published obituary.

You will need to write to: National Personnel Records Center Military Personnel Records 1 Archives Drive St. Louis, MO 63138 314-801-0800 This form need only to be supplied in the first year you claim the deduction, and the NJ tax department will have it on record for years to follow.

The last big “But” is that you have to check a box on the NJ tax return that shows you want this deduction.

Good Luck. This will save 500,000 New Jerseyans a little over $100 bucks annually.

David F. Lipton Toms River

C ORRECTION The writer of the March 10 letter named “Plastic Bag Ban Won’t Solve Problems” asked to correct a statement he wrote. The statement was “this dead tree contains roughly 10 cubic feet” in reference to how much paper can come from a tree of a certain size. The correct amount of yield is 100 cubic feet.

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Connors, Rumpf & Gove: How Can You Even Consider Letting Felons and Prisoners Vote And Receive Tuition Aid? CAPITOL COMMENTS 9th Legislative District Senator Christopher J. Connors • Assemblyman Brian E. Rumpf • Assemblywoman DiAnne C. Gove

TRENTON - The 9th District legislative delegation is questioning how the State Legislature can even entertain the notion of letting convicted and imprisoned felons vote in elections and qualify to receive tuition assistance

at taxpayer expense.

Senator Christopher J. Connors, Assemblyman Brian E. Rumpf and Assemblywoman DiAnne C. Gove issued a joint statement following the Democrats’ introduction of two legislative proposals

which would direct more taxpayer dollars to convicted felons, at the expense of other needs and services.

One bill (S-2100/A-3456) would remove the existing prohibition on voting by persons who are on parole, probation, or serving a sentence due to a conviction for an indictable offense under any federal or State laws. Another bill (S-2055) would eliminate the statutory provision prohibiting persons who are incarcerated from receiving state student

grants and scholarships.

“Too many hardworking, law-abiding people can’t afford to pay their property taxes or college loans, but members of the Legislature want to spend taxpayer dollars so convicted felons can vote and get tuition assistance? Absurd even by Trenton’s standards, these bills give taxpayers even more reason to be irate with their government’s misplaced priorities,” the joint statement read.

“Do we really want con-

victs who knowingly broke the law and victimized others in the process to determine public policy, including gun laws, resources for law enforcement, and school security? Felons forfeited these rights reserved for law-abiding citizens by virtue of the crimes they’ve committed.

“Veterans, seniors, teachers, and crime victims are consistently told there isn’t enough funding to increase services they need. Yet, these same people may have

to endure watching as the interests of convicted felons, and illegal aliens for that matter, are placed before their own for no other reason than they haven’t broken the law?

“Count on each member of our delegation voting ‘NO’ if and when these proposals are posted for a vote. Hopefully, the situation won’t reach that point as there are far more pressing issues that the people want the Legislature to direct its time and energy on, such as tax relief.”

Legislation Would Expand Access To Job Training From The Desk Of

Congressman Tom MacArthur WASHINGTON, D.C. Congressman Tom MacArthur (R-3rd) and Congresswoma n Eli zabet h Est y (D - CT) int roduced the bipartisan TECH Careers Act, legislation to expand community college and technical programs that help Americans obtain the high-skill, high-wage jobs of the future.

The TECH Careers Act

provides federal support for job-training programs at technical and community colleges that provide wrap-around services and apprenticeship programs for students. By creating partnerships with industry representatives, these job-training programs help students complete their technical education with well-established relation-

ships with employers in their industry.

“Nelson Mandela once said: Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world,” said MacArthur.

“His words ring true today—education can change a person’s life and the community they call home. The program, created by this bipartisan legislation, will give low-income children and adults the opportunity to learn a new skill and put them on a path to improve their own lives, while providing trained workers for rapidly growing industries in their communities. We must equip young people

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“For many working Americans, a postsecondar y certificate or a two-year degree is a ladder of opportunity – but for far too many, that ladder remains out of reach,” Esty said. “Our bipartisan TECH Careers Act will give Americans an opportunity to obtain job training and technical education, which in turn

will help small businesses in Connecticut find the talented, capable workers they need to g row and thrive.”

“I’m thankful Congressman MacArthur is advocating for the creation of this grant program that will help low-income youth and adults enter into a career path that will ultimately improve their lives,” said Dr. Christopher Nagy, Superintendent of Burlington County Institute of Technolog y and Bu rli ng ton

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The Berkeley Times, March 17, 2018, Page 9

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By Kimberly Bosco BERKELEY – Berkeley Township showed its Celtic pride on March 8, as the Irish flag was raised in honor of St. Patrick.

Mayor Carmen Amato, and council members James Byrnes, John Bacchione and Judy Noonan were present for the flag raising.

Amato read from a proclamation during the event, which was presented to President

of the Ancient Order of Hibernians, Russ Steenweg Sr. Also in attendance were members of the Irish-American community and former members of the AOH, including Rich Ryan, Jack Brennan, Timothy Lynch and Jim Lowney.

The special event was accented by special bagpipe music, courtesy of Michael MacAleavey.

All You Can Eat Breakfast

BAYVILLE – VFW Post 9503 and Boy Scout Troop 9503 invite you to attend their monthly breakfast at the VFW Post located at 383 Veterans Blvd, Bayville from 8:30-11 a.m. on Sunday, March 25, 2018.

This month’s special is cinnamon raisin

French toast with assorted eggs/omelets, sausage/hash, potatoes, toast/biscuits, tea/coffee, and tomato/orange juices.

The cost is $8 for adults, $4 for children under 12, and Military eat free! Join us and meet our Boy Scouts serving the breakfast.

Easter Bunny Breakfast

BEACHWOOD – Beachwood Fire Department invites you to the Easter Bunny Breakfast 2018 on March 25 at 8 a.m. This event will be held at the Beachwood Firehouse, 745 Beachwood Blvd.

Come enjoy some pancakes, sausage, pork

roll, eggs, coffee, tea, and orange juice. Pancakes are all you can eat! There will also be arts and crafts, candy and baked goods available from the Ladies Auxiliary.

For ages 12 and up, the cost is $8. Ages 6-11, the cost is $4. Children 5 and under are free.

Flea Market At United Methodist Church

BAYVILLE – Join the Faith Community United Methodist Women for a Flea Market on Saturday, May 26 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at A United Methodist Church, 526 Route 9 in Bayville.

This is a rain or shine event. Bring your table, bring your goodies to sell, and share smiles and

fellowship with us!

The kitchen will be open at 8 a.m. for breakfast, lunch, snacks, and drinks all day. There will be crafts, a bake sale, and a white elephant sale.

Outside spaces are available for $25 each. To reserve your space, call Lorie at 732-269-9850.

First Aid Auxiliary Meatball Sub Sale

BAYVILLE – The First Aid Auxiliary will be holding a Meatball Sub Sale on Tuesday, March 20 to benefit the Bayville First Aid Squad. The sale will be held from

10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Walk ins are welcome or call ahead to place an order for pick up or delivery if you are a local business, at 732-269-1313.

Mah Jongg Lessons At Berkeley Library

BERKELEY – In 2012, the Friends of the Berkeley Library began a weekly gathering of people interested in playing the game of Mah Jongg. There was a great turnout and many of those in that first group return each Thursday from 1-3:30 p.m. to enjoy the game in the meeting room of the Berkeley Library, 30 Station Road in Bayville.

Beginning Thursday, April 5 and for the next six Thursdays, the Friends will give lessons to new players. No prior experience is needed and there is no charge for the lessons.

You must register to join by going online to TheOceanCountyLibrary.org or by calling the Berkeley Library at 732-269-2144. Experienced players are invited to join at any time.

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the Berkeley Township Police on March 1, continuing a string of donations meant to support State Correctional Police Officer Joseph Graf, who was recently diagnosed with a brain tumor.

In past years, the Central food services staff participated in a “Wear Your Jeans to Work Fridays” fundraiser by contributing $1 each Friday that would go to supporting graduating students with plans to attend culinary school. In an effort to expand the fundraiser even further, the staff began collecting $1 Friday donations for Officer Graf’s cause.

Back in January and February, the Berkeley Township Police PBA Local 237 facilitated a “No Shave” fundraiser which allowed officers to grow their beards for a $50 contribution for the month. The funds raised went towards Officer Graf’s medical expenses.

Food Services Manager Bruce Scarpulla also participated in the PBA fundraiser, growing his beard out and donating an additional $50 to the Berkeley PBA during the “No Shave” months, on top of participating in the Friday fundraiser at Central.

The staff presented Berkeley Township Chief of Police, Karin DeMichele, Sargeant Joseph Robertazzi, and Officer Shawn Bowens with the $300 contribution at the Central Regional High School cafeteria on March 1.

“It was truly an honor for our staff to work with Berkeley Township’s finest to help Officer Graf in his time of need,” said Scarpulla.

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the top prize of $500 for the Asbury Park Press Viewer’s Choice Award.

If that isn’t exciting enough, New Jersey Natural Gas donated $1,000 to the Central Regional TV Production Program based on Santucci’s participation and first place win. Over the past three years, Central Regional TV Production students have won $4,000 for this and past video competitions.

VFW Post 9503 Upcoming Events

BERKELEY – VFW Post 9503 has a variety of events during the upcoming spring months.

April 6: The final nomination and election of officers for the 2018/2019 term.

May 1: Loyalty day and we will have a ceremony at 11 a.m. in the Memorial Grove.

May 4: Installation of Officers at 7 p.m. Post Meeting. The Auxiliary will join with us for both installations.

May 20: Sunday at 2 p.m. we will have the awards presentation for Voice of Democracy, Patriots Pen, Teachers and Outstanding Citizen.

Coffee and cake to follow.

Memorial Day, May 28: Meet at Dover Chapel at 9:30 a.m. for a short ceremony and then assemble at the Post Memorial Ground at 11 a.m. for our annual service. Refreshments to follow. Then our Post members who live in Ocean Gate will assemble in their Veterans Park and have a 1 p.m. ceremony. All are welcome.

Convention Information will be forthcoming at our meetings. Convention starts on June 13 through June 16 and we will be staying at the Shalimar Resort Motel in Wildwood Crest. Dave Ballantine is the Chairman. Friday night cookouts will start June 22 from 5 to 7 p.m.

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CRA A All Alumni Night

BERKELEY – The Central Regional Alumni Association (CRAA) will be hosting their 9th Annual All Alumni Night on Friday, April 20 at Spicy’s 500 Boardwalk Seaside Heights at 6 p.m.

CRAA raises funds for their scholarship fund drive with this event. To date, the CRAA has been able to give over $35,000 toward our students’ future college/trade school plans. Please help us continue this tradition by attending our event.

Tickets are $25 and include all you can eat buffet, souvenir mug, two DJ’s and a

selfie station.

Tickets are made available by Pay Pal at crhsaa.org. They can also be mailed to CRAA Box 150, Bayville 08721. Please include a self-addressed stamped envelope and write Reunion in the memo. You can also pick them up from Sophia’s Roots Hair Salon on Rt. 9 in Bayville.

The next CRAA meetings will be March 19, April 16, May 21, and June 4. The 11th Annual Golf Outing will be held on Thursday, May 24 at Cedar Creek Golf Course.

Holiday City South Women’s Club Trips

BERKELEY – The Holiday City South Women’s Club has scheduled trips and events coming up!

On April 18, Sight & Sound Millennium Theatre in PA presents “Jesus”. This trip includes bus transportation, Shady Maple Smorgasbord, and show tickets.

The bus leaves 8 a.m. The cost is $118 per person.

On June 20, see the award-winning

Broadway show Come From Away. This trip includes the bus and lunch on your own at Harold’s New York Deli. The cost is $125 per person.

On June 27, visit Longwood Gardens.

This trip includes transportation, lunch at Mendenhall Inn, and a garden tour.

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For more information, please call Alice Patrizio at 732-286-2751.

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WHITING – Come out to our Flea Market on April 14, 2018 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Friendship Hall, 92 Fairway Lane Village One. Check out the great bargains, and have a bite to eat as our

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Roller Hockey League Registration

BERKELEY – Berkeley residents are invited to join the Lacey Roller Hockey league. Spring registration has begun. If you are interested in signing up, please

email laceyhockey@yahoo.com or visit their website at laceyrollerhockey.com.

Registration forms are available on our BTREC.org page under “Sports Groups.”

Island Heights Town Council Meetings

ISLAND HEIGHTS – The Council of the Borough of Island Heights meets at 7 p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month, unless changed, in the Municipal Bldg., 1 Wanamaker Complex.

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Continued From Page 4 Casino Arcade on the borough’s boardwalk.

Sweeney not only assembled a committed committee of volunteers, made up of members of various ethnic backgrounds, to run the many facets of the parade each year, he also provided a lot of enthusiasm when it came to gaining major sponsors for each year’s parade. During his last year as chairman in 2011 he was proud to say that the parade had not experienced “one single bad incident in 27 years.” He always noted that his most devoted committee member was his wife Patricia.

Patricia Sweeney said among the many memories she has of her late husband’s long association with the parade that he always wore “his father’s top hat (Hugh J. Sweeney) who wore it in the Newark Saint Patrick’s Day parade which his father founded.”

She added that she and her husband used to go to the shore’s other notable St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Belmar before the Ocean Count Parade was founded.

“There was no place for the children to go after the parade and that’s when John said let’s start a family parade here in the Ocean County. He talked to Bill King Sr. about the parade and asked if he would help and Bill King, being the Scotsman, that he was, said ‘I will but I’ll stay in the background’...which of course he never did....that was the shamrock and thistle bagpipe band in the first parade,” Pat Sweeney joked.

Her sons John Jr. and Bob were among the many family members on the float. “We heard after he died from so many people who told us how instrumental he was to them,” Bob Sweeney said.

“He never did it for himself, he did it for Irish heritage and to help out others and get them involved in something enjoyable,” John Sweeney Jr. said.

The committee, headed by Tom King, named Toms River Mayor Thomas F. Kelaher as this year’s parade grand marshal. Kelaher wore a traditional white Irish cardigan for the occasion as he waved to the crowd in a convertible.

Ocean County Freeholder Virginia E. Haines met up with Pat Sweeney before the parade began on L Street Seaside Park. Haines was honored as its first Irish Woman of the Year.

“My great grandfather John Shannon came to the United States in the 1800s and I am so proud of my family’s history,” Haines said. “Now, there are almost 130,000 Ocean

County residents that are of Irish descent. It’s an honor to represent them and to be a part of this wonderful event.”

This marked the first time for Dan and Jean Erbeck of Howell to enjoy the parade. They brought their young daughter Makayla to the parade an hour early and bundled up for the day.

“We’re excited about this it will be a lot of fun,” Dan Erbeck said.

A little further up, Nidessa Cook of Toms River, her mother Kimberly Antonucci of Seaside Heights and their friend Shawn Pizzichillo of Toms River took up spectator spots on the Boulevard. Cook and Antonucci make this parade a St. Patrick’s Day season tradition. “This is the first time we dressed up though,” Cook said. She and her mom had matching green bows in their hair. Pizzichillo said “this is my first time for this parade. I usually go to Belmar.”

One of the parade’s fixtures is the cart peddlers who make sure spectators have the option to purchase inflatable leprechauns, hats, green sunglasses, hats and other items for the parade. Jerry Payne and Chuck Imbursio, who reside in northern New Jersey, said they’ve been part of this parade for the last decade.

“It’s a good parade with good people,” Imbursio said adding that he dyed his beard green for the occasion.

Nikki Esposito of Character Parties and Live Mermaids drew attention from spectators before the parade even began, since she was dressed in a mermaid costume, which consisted of a bikini top and her fish tail. “I’m freezing, its really cold but I’m marching today (actually she was wheeled in during the parade) with the members of Save Barnegat Bay who are a wonderful bunch of volunteers.”

By 11 a.m. the crowds were at full capacity at several Boulevard taverns including The Shore Thing Pub, Bamboo Bar and Klees Bar and Grill. The Bamboo posted a “Thank You John Sweeney” message on their building marquee. The sounds of Irish music could be heard at each of these establishments.

Various girl scouts such as Lavallette’s Troop 293 and Plumsted Troop 50018 were out in force selling their cookies at tables along the parade route.

Many residents and visitors see the annual parade as the kick-off of the spring season at the Shore. “This parade is a tradition linked with the county and the tourist season,” Vaz said.

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Here’s more interesting news. You might be able to detect it sooner if you don’t ignore this common symptom. Bloating. The bloating is not the typical kind of bloating that you might get now and then with your menstrual cycle, or after eating beans. The type of bloating is chronic. Additionally, other signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer include pelvic pain, frequent urination, quick satiety, feeling queasy and chronic fatigue.

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By Robert C. Shea Esq., of R.C. Shea and Associates In the wake of Hurricane Sandy, many homes have suffered tremend o u s a m o u n t s of d a m a g e . S o m e homes have even been deemed to be considered “Substantially Damaged” as a result of such a natural disaster.

Subst a nt ially Da maged is a ter m that applies to a damaged structure in a Special Flood Hazard Area or f loodplain where the cost total cost of repair is 50 percent or more than the structure’s market value before the f lood occurred. For example, if the value before the event was $250,000 and the repairs cost $130,000, the structure is “substantially damaged.”

The land value is excluded from the calculation.

The decision about whether a structure is substantially damaged is made at the local government level, generally by building inspectors, zoning a d m i n ist r at or s, a nd ot he r pe r m it officials that enforce the f lood-plain management requirements of a community participating in the National Flood Insurance Program (“NFIP”).

Since f loodplain ordinances are established at the local level, local and state officials may use different substantial damage percentages and different valuations as long as they are not below NFIP standards. A “substantial damage” determination is important because the determination will dictate whether additional work will be needed to comply with local codes and ordinances, such as elevating a house.

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Polar Bear Plunge Brings In Over $2 Million

By Kimberly Bosco SEASIDE HEIGHTS – Despite the gray skies and rainy weather, thousands of people flocked to the Seaside Boardwalk on Saturday, Feb. 24 for the annual Polar Bear Plunge.

Each year, the Polar Bear Plunge at Seaside Heights challenges thousands of men and women from around the state to brave the cold. “It’s a great way for everyone – individuals, teams, organizations and businesses – to get involved in supporting Special Olympics New Jersey,” stated the Special Olympics New Jersey (SONJ) website.

This year was special as it marked the 25th anniversary of the Plunge in the county, bringing in nearly 7,000 brave plungers and 15,000-20,000 attendees at the event, according to Jeremy Davis of the SONJ. The plunge is hosted by the SONJ foundation and the proceeds from sales benefit SONJ programs. This year, the event raised over $2 million, said Davis. This is even more than last year’s $1.9 million.

The plunge was presented by the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics New Jersey and sponsored by the New Jersey State PBA, according to SONJ. There were more than 6,400 plungers pre-registered this year and each of those individuals was required to raise a minimum of $100 to plunge.

This was only one of three Polar Bear Plunges held each year for SONJ. There are also polar plunge events held in Wildwood and Asbury Park, according to Davis.

The day began at 9 a.m. as registered plungers, friends, and family began to arrive. By 1 p.m., the time of the official

plunge, the boardwalk was completely crowded.

Participants wore everything from bathing suits to wetsuits to crazy costumes and hats, bringing an air of fun and originality to the event. Some wore just regular suits, and some were decked out in patriotic gear, Viking helmets, and even ninja turtle onesies.

The boardwalk was packed with people, grabbing a bite, having a drink, and lining the railings facing the beach to get a glimpse of the hundreds of people jumping into the frigid waters.

There were cheers and yells coming from every direction as onlookers watched the plungers dive into the waves. The beach was restricted access for plunge participants only, yet was still swarmed with thousands of people formed into a massive crowd awaiting their turns to take a dip.

Seaside Heights Police and security at the event lined the shore signaling people to dive in, a few at a time. NJ State Police were also present with boats anchored right offshore and helicopters flying overhead.

Swimmers were only permitted to go a short distance into the water, according to Davis, to help control the amount of people in the ocean and keep everyone safe.

In addition to Seaside and State police, there were also members of the Ocean County Sheriff’s Department, local fi re departments, and EMTs present at the event. The police and security presence was strong to help maintain order and safety among the tens of thousands of people walking the boardwalk and diving in the water.

“It’s quite an undertaking,” said Davis.

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Lakewood Man Arrested After Threatening To Shoot Up “March For Our Lives” Rally

By Kimberly Bosco LAKEWOOD – A Lakewood man has been arrested and charged with one count of Terroristic Threats after he made reference to a mass shooting in a Facebook post, according to Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato.

Detective Raymond Coles of the Ocean County Prosecutor’s High Tech Crime Unit (HTCU) arrested 42-year old Shane Steele of Lakewood on March 9.

The investigation into Steele began after a report that suggested he had written and posted on social media a message conveying intent to shoot up the “March For Our Lives” rally, which is meant to draw attention to the need for stricter gun laws.

A civilian reported this alleged threat to the Manalapan Police Department back on

February 19.

The investigation included a search of Steele’s home which found no firearms in his possession. Senior Assistant Prosecutor Kristin Pressman of the OCPO reviewed the evidence from the investigation, approving the charge of Terroristic Threats against Steele.

Steele has since been released on a summons to answer the charge at a future date.

Assisting in the investigation were personnel from The Lakewood Police Department, Toms River Police Department, Manalapan Police Department, South Brunswick Police Department, the Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office, the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit and the New Jersey Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness.

VFW Post 10185 News

BERKELEY – On Tuesday, March 27, at 7 p.m. VFW Post 10185’s Officers will attend VFW District 12’s meeting at VFW Post 6063, Toms River, New Jersey, where the latest VFW Programs and events will be discussed.

On Tuesday, June 5, 2018, the Honor Flight will have a free bus trip to Washington, D.C. for Southern New Jersey WWII and Korean War Veterans to see their memorials. This trip is sponsored by the students and faculty of Williamstown High School and VFW Post 1616 with the help from local veteran

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For more information, call Pam and Ron at 856-589-5072 or visit sjhonorflight.org.

Remember if you hear of any Post member passing away or being in the hospital, call Chaplin Thomas Kraszewski at 717-2151991 and let him know.

VFW Post 10185 would like your old and faded Flags. Please remove the sticks from the small Flags first and drop the Flags off at either Holiday City South Clubhouse (Main Building) or Silver Ridge Park West Clubhouse and they will be disposed of properly.

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BERKELEY – The Berkeley Branch of the Ocean County Library conducts genealogy lessons by appointment. Patrons can register by calling 732-269-2144 or visiting theoceancountylibrary.org.

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Emily Olsen has a long list of achievements to be proud of. Consistent academic excellence and contributions to the school and community earned her induction into the National Honor Society, Honor Roll every marking period and Scholar Athlete Awards every season. She was also accepted into the English and Science Honor Societies. This year she took advantage of Duel Enrollment and earned college credits.

Emily also works hard outside the classroom. She served as the Public Relations Officer and was a Student Ambassador for the Class of 2018 since 10th grade. She was a varsity level cheerleader and made captain this year, a varsity level swimmer since 9th grade and captain this year, and she played lacrosse in the spring.

Outside of school, she was a member of a competitive dance team, captained the JDRF Type 1 Diabetes walk team, a disease she personally battles, and she organized a fundraising station at Relay for Life.

Emily applied to Monmouth University, Fairleigh Dickinson, Stockton, and the College of New Jersey for nursing. She would like to continue dance in college as well.

Justin Earley leads by example with his continuous effort, commitment, and respect toward others. Even as a senior, Justin chose to take more challenging courses and continued to excel at Honor and AP levels. He was inducted into the National Honor Society, and served as a Peer Leader and Student Ambassador, where he assisted incoming freshmen with their transition into high school. He was a member of the Key Club where he volunteered with Book Fair and Christmas Gift Drive for the elementary kids at Hugh J. Boyd. He also volunteered as a tutor through NHS, and walked for Breast Cancer Awareness.

Justin has been a standout runner, perhaps one of the best long distance athletes in school history. He was team captain for cross-country for both winter/spring track and placed numerous times in county and state championships. He was South Jersey Group 3 Section Champion in track, and he placed third in South Jersey Group 3 for cross-country.

Somewhere in his busy schedule, Justin has been employed at The Coffee and Cream Ice Cream Shop. He also cleaned pools with United Pool Service.

Justin has applied to Rowan, Monmouth, and Kutztown. He would like to continue his running career as he studies criminal justice.

Holiday City South Singles Ventriloquist Magician Comic Event

BERKELEY – Holiday City South presents a lunch with John Pizzi! This ventriloquist magician comic has been featured on Americas Got Talent, “Late Night” With David Lettermen, and Showtime’s “Comedy Club Network.” He has even been featured at Carolines, Las Vegas, and the Borgata, Atlantic City!

Purchase a ticket to attend this lunch event held on Sunday, April 22, 2018 from 1-4 p.m. Tickets for the show and lunch are $29.

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Play Ladies Golf This Spring

BERKELEY – The Cedar Creek Ladies Golf League is inviting new members to play with us this spring and summer. The league meets Tuesdays, starting April 17, at 9 a.m. at the Cedar Creek Golf Course in Berkeley.

We welcome players of all abilities, and we offer weekly prizes based on handicap groupings. For additional information, contact Sandy at sdssickels@aol.com or call or text 732-998-5302.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast

For the week of march 17 - march 23

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Follow your intuitions to reach the best decision this week. Fun and relaxation might require some extra effort, but will be well worth it. Good advice will offer a refreshing perspective.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Be lavish with praise when someone deserves it, but unyielding with the purse strings. Tighten the bonds of affection by being thrifty and putting your family first as the week unfolds GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Call someone’s bluff. You can speak plainly and should expect others to put all their cards on the table as well. You may receive the right answer to solve a problem this week.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): To pay your bills you must bill for payment. In the week ahead, you will receive satisfactory compensation if you take the first steps. You can even the score in a fair and equitable manner.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Let past differences drop by the wayside. You will be at your best when you focus on being forgiving and kind. The answer to the most difficult of problems often can come from within.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Demonstrate your affection for true blue partners.

Setting realizable goals can be challenging so use someone for a sounding board. It will be easy to achieve a compromise in the week ahead.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Your usual tactic is to be sympathetic and charming.

That approach might not sustain you in the social or business world this week.

You must show people you are competent and efficient.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You won’t always get what you want this week, but you will get what you need. There may be an opportunity to increase your net worth or a chance to improve your future.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Money should be saved, not spent. You will be grateful for small economies and budget strategies in the week ahead, once you are focused on reaching a worthwhile financial goal.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Your strait laces may be evident as this week unfolds, especially when you are in social situations. Be tolerant and do not try to hold everyone up to your own rigid criteria.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You can get what you want by visualizing results in the week ahead. The quality of life is not measured merely by the letters after your name or how many dollars are in the bank.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Expect success when dealing with loved ones, family, or career objectives. Authority figures might be tough about the details, but honest and fair.

Put important plans into motion this week.

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wolfgang puck’s kitchen Paddy’s Day Pie:Versatility Of Shepherd’s Pie Is Perfect For St Patrick’s Day And Beyond

By Wolfgang Puck

With Saint Patrick’s Day falling on a Saturday this year, the annual celebrations honoring Ireland’s patron saint are likely to be livelier than usual, as people of all nationalities and all walks of life have the opportunity to feel Irish for at least a day.

In restaurants and at home parties, there will be plenty of Irish stew, corned beef and cabbage, and soda bread being cooked and served, all washed down with Irish beer or stout and very likely Irish whiskey. (Please take care to drink responsibly!)

There’s no doubt that we’ll be serving a few Irish-inspired specials in my restaurants. One of my favorites, however, is a home-style dish you can easily make at home for yourself. And - even though I grew up in a small town in Austria, about 1,300 miles southeast of Dublin - it’s a recipe I’ve loved since childhood: shepherd’s pie.

The name of course, comes from the fact that this dish traditionally features lamb. And, befitting the humble means of most shepherds or other country folk, wherever they might live, it’s an economical recipe that extends a small amount of fresh or leftover meat by combining it with generous quantities of vegetables and thick gravy, then baking the mixture with a thick topping of mashed potatoes.

Once you understand these basics, you can vary the recipe in so many different ways. In place of the ground lamb, which you can find in the meat department of most well-stocked markets, you could substitute ground beef, pork, turkey or chicken; you can also use well-trimmed, chopped up scraps of leftover roasted, grilled, braised or stewed meat or poultry. Other vegetables you like could take the place of those I call for in the recipe. And if you’re watching your carbs, you could even replace some or all of the mashed potatoes with mashed cauliflower or make the topping a mixed-vegetable mash-up by including some carrots, parsnips, turnips or rutabaga.

There are still more ways to be creative with the recipe. You’ll see, for example, that I flavor the topping with some garlic cloves that I boil along with the potatoes, as well as with some grated horseradish added after mashing. You could, instead, give the potatoes an Irish-green color by including a small amount of powdered dry wasabi, the Japanese horseradish served as a seasoning paste with sushi. And I top the potatoes with some fresh breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese to help give it a golden-brown crust during baking although any other cheese you like, including Irish cheddar, would be a perfect substitute.

With all these options, you can see it’s a perfect recipe to enjoy year round. Here’s to a happy St. Patrick’s Day! INDIVIDUAL SHEPHERD’S PIES Serves 8 1 3/4 cups (440 mL) good-quality canned lowsodium beef broth or stock 1 sprig fresh thyme 1 sprig fresh Italian parsley 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 1/2 pounds (750 g) ground lamb 3 carrots, scrubbed, trimmed, and cut into 1/4 inch (6-mm) dice 2 leeks, halved, thoroughly washed, trimmed, and cut crosswise into 1/4-inch (6-mm) slices 1/2 pound (250 g) Swiss chard, leaves cut from ribs, both cut crosswise into 1/4-inch pieces 1 cup (250 mL) frozen peas 1 1/2 pounds (750 g) russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch (5-cm) chunks 3 garlic cloves, peeled 1/4 cup (60 mL) milk 2 tablespoons freshly grated or bottled prepared horseradish 2 slices country white bread 2 ounces (60 g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese First, prepare a simple beef gravy: Put the broth or stock in a saucepan with the thyme and parsley, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, knead together 2 tablespoons of the butter with the flour until they form a soft, smooth paste. When the broth boils, remove the thyme and parsley, reduce the heat to a gentle simmer, and whisk in the butter-flour mixture. Continue simmering, stirring occasionally, until thickened to a gravy consistency. Season to taste with salt and pepper, remove from the heat, and set aside.

Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the lamb and cook, stirring with a wooden spoon to break up the meat, until evenly browned, about 8 minutes. Transfer the lamb to a mixing bowl and set aside. In the same skillet over medium heat, add the remaining oil, carrots and leeks and sauté, stirring frequently, until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the Swiss chard, and cook for 2 minutes longer. Stir in the peas, gravy and lamb. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Reduce the heat to medium-low and continue cooking until thoroughly heated, about 10 minutes. Remove from the heat, cover, and set aside.

In a large pot over high heat, bring the potatoes and enough salted water to cover to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium and cook until potatoes the potatoes are tender enough to pierce easily with the tip of a sharp knife, about 20 minutes.

Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350 F (175 C).

Drain the potatoes thoroughly and return the potatoes and garlic to the pot. Add 3 tablespoons of the butter and mash the potatoes. Stir in the milk and season to taste with salt. If the potatoes seem too stiff, add up to 2 tablespoons more milk. Stir in the horseradish.

Transfer the lamb mixture to eight 4-inch (10cm) ramekins, arranging them on a sturdy baking sheet, or to an 11-inch (27.5-cm) deep-dish pie plate.

Spread the mashed potatoes over the lamb mixture.

In a food processor, pulse the bread to form medium-fine crumbs. Sprinkle the crumbs and the Parmesan over the potatoes and dot with the remaining butter.

Bake until the topping is lightly browned, about 45 minutes. Serve immediately.

(Chef Wolfgang Puck’s TV series,“Wolfgang Puck’s Cooking Class,” airs Sundays on the Food Network. Also, his latest cookbook, “Wolfgang Puck Makes It Easy,” is now available in bookstores. Write Wolfgang Puck in care of Tribune Media Services Inc., 2225 Kenmore Ave., Suite 114, Buffalo, NY 14207) © 2017 TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES, INC.

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