2018-03-17 - The Jackson Times

Vol. 15 - No. 42

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Jackson Council Gives Cheers to American Youth Cheer Members

By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – It was a special night for close to 100 members of the cheer squad por tion of the Jackson Jaguars, Jackson Youth Football and Cheer program during a recent Township Council meeting.

T he Jag u a r s don ne d their crimson unifor ms and joined their coaches to receive accolades and certificates honoring their a ccompl ish me nt s. T he well-wishers f illed the –Photo by Bob Vosseller council meeting room.

The Jackson Jaguars Jackson Football and Cheer, Cheer Squad were “Every day we fight to honored during a recent council meeting. They are joined here by get a lit tle bit bet ter,” (Cheer - See Page 4) Mayor Mike Reina

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

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Wrestling Program Addresses Concerns, Image and Township Status

–Photo by Bob Vosseller John Reese and Glen Pazinko, Team Jackson’s supervisor and assistant supervisor, discuss the team’s finances.

By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – Around 50 members of the Team Jackson wrestling program came out to the Jackson Senior Center (Wrestling - See Page 2)

22nd Annual Chef’s Night Out Celebrates Food, Fun, And OCVTS Students

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

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, (Sweeney - See Page 5)

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Wrestling:

Continued From Page 1 on March 9 to address questions and media coverage concerning public comments made during a recent council meeting.

The gathering led to a lively discussion addressing a variety of issues concerning financial transparency, the need for additional parental support, more coaches and a debate concerning the benefits of a board structure for the organization.

The meeting also touched on the group’s relationship with the township’s recreation department and how it is being perceived by the governing body.

During a Feb. 13 council meeting, parent Nicholas Russo, whose son is part of the Team Jackson wrestling program which is associated with the township’s recreation program, stated that he had questions regarding finances beyond the recreation program’s $50 registration fee. He sought answers from the council and business administrator Helene Schlegel as to the $60 he said were additional fees. Schlegel said that while $50 does go to the township’s recreation department, that Team Jackson charges the additional fees he mentioned.

John Reese, the director of wresting for the township recreation department and who also serves as supervisor of Team Jackson joined Glen Pazinko, the group’s assistant supervisor, to host the meeting.

The two-hour meeting included an audience of parents and some children who are involved in the program. Reese said the purpose of the meeting was to set the record straight and address comments made by Russo during that meeting that were quoted in an article of The Jackson Times.

While attempts were made, The Jackson Times erred in reaching the correct organization’s leadership to respond for that article.

Reese defended Team Jackson and its financial transparency disputing Russo’s position that he had been denied access to financial records which were in the hands of the group’s treasurer, Stephanie Rucci.

Rucci said that anyone who wished to see any financial paperwork were welcome to meet up with her. A PowerPoint presentation was shown and a recording of Russo’s public comments at the council meeting were played during the evening.

“No one is required to purchase anything to be part of a team,” Reese said. Reese said that “three or four years ago we purchased their sweatshirts (for players who could not afford them).”

“How much is in the account?” Russo asked.

“The books are open for you to review,” Reese said. “Stephanie comes to practices with the checks.”

Rucci repeated that anyone wishing to meet with her concerning specifics of the accounts is welcome to meet her after practices or to arrange a time to go over them with her.

Reese said that Russo had previously brought up concerns of him and Pazinko receiving a salary for coaching, which was untrue, and that he and Pazinko do not collect any pay for their work as part of Team Jackson.

Team Jackson has 107 wrestlers this year who are of age groups from kindergarten to 8th grade. The group has eight coaches and four volunteers and has been in existence for 20 years. The group has two divisions of wrestlers, an A Team and a B Team, which encompasses different levels of experience

and weight classes.

Reese noted that two years ago the program faced issues with the township regarding its status. He also noted that the township has had four different recreation directors in the last eight years which he expressed impacted the continuity of the program in relation to its connection to the recreation department.

Based on the Feb. 13 comments made by Schlegel and members of council, Reese said “we have a different understanding and that will need to be addressed following tonight’s meeting.”

Schlegel presented a prepared statement following the most recent council meeting which stated that Team Jackson was a separate organization and that the recreation department’s involvement was with wrestling as an instructional exercise and that any matches were not part of it. It noted any financial questions by parents needed to be addressed by Team Jackson.

“We need to have a sit down with them (the Council),” Reese said. “In September 2016 Jackson looked at decimating the program.

The township did not want competitions but three quarters of those who paid want competitions.”

Russo and Reese disputed when financial information was sought prior to the Feb. 13 council meeting and the potential need to establish a board of directors for the group, as well as the idea of paying coaches due to the program needing more.

During the meeting, parent Daria Collins also voiced a need for the group to always be open with its finances as to avoid any potential perception of impropriety. She noted, however, that she had no concerns of anything being improper.

Financial totals for the last three years were

outlined during the PowerPoint presentation.

It showed figures for fundraising efforts, registration fees, singlet costs and a program where parents who could not afford the singlets for their children could have them on loan for free and return them at the end of the season.

“You need a board for oversight for checks and balances,” Russo maintained. Most of those assembled voiced disagreement with the need for adding a board to the structure of the group but did acknowledge that more parental input for tasks ranging from providing bagels at meets to rolling up mats for practice sessions was vital.

Parent Chris Wolf came forward to volunteer to become a new coach for the program.

“I want to be involved. My three sons are involved in wrestling and my kids love what they are doing here. We need to get more parents involved.”

Joe Tomasello said “it comes down to the parents. When parents support the team, the team does well, and the program will thrive.”

Other ideas that came forward during the meeting included setting up a clinic for those who might be interested in coaching wrestling and seeking out former high school wrestlers who might wish to support the program as mentors or coaches.

“We need coaches, but we need help in many areas,” Reese added. “Our numbers are up this year by 15%. Last year our registration was 93.”

Russo reviewed the books following the meeting but maintains a need for a board structure to be voted on. Reese said that he planned to discuss the status of Team Jackson with the business administrator and council in the near future.

22nd Annual Chef’s Night Out Celebrates Food, Fun, And OCVTS Students

By Kimberly Bosco TOMS RIVER – Breezes of New Gretna, and Senor Sangria of Maplewood, New Jersey 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 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, handmade seafood dishes and desserts alongside such as Bahama Breeze in Toms River, Cuisine the vendors. on the Green in Little Egg Harbor, Dogfish Head “Vocational education has been underrated, Craft Brewery in Milton, The Olive Garden, and and finally now it’s coming back and we’re Yellow Brick Road Ice Cream Carousel in Toms getting some notoriety,” said Weber-Loeffert.

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“It’s a school OCVTS stu- of the arena serving up their own specialties. of choice,” she dents were said. “Students not involved in the competition for a prize, but they were are with us because they want to be and because able to show off their culinary prowess learned they have a career view.”

The OCVTS students’ table was mobbed with and practiced in vocational school by serving

people throughout the entire event, looking to taste their creations. Some 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

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Cheer:

Continued From Page 1 coach Kim Clarke said. “We combined two teams this year.”

Mayor Michael Reina read the proclamations and the names of each member of the program.

“You do Jackson proud,” Reina said.

Cheerleading Coordinator Susan Fortunato said “We instill three things in our

team members: to work as a team, to give their best effort at practice and to work hard to reach their next level.”

Fortunato said the program has been two-time national championships and has scored high in the Jersey Shore League.

“I couldn’t be more proud of these girls.

They have been undefeated since 2016,” Fortunato said.

Councilman Barry Calogero remarked

that “Jackson youth make the township shine. Congratulations to the team and to their coaches.”

“Each year we see national championships,” Councilman Scott Martin said.

“I’m a cheerleader dad and you can’t believe the time they put into this. It is a lot of work. They deserve all the credit that they get.”

Council Vice President Robert Nixon added that “this team does us proud.”

“I commend the kids and their dedication as well as the parents and coaches that support them, Council President Kenneth Bressi said.

In other council business, Bressi discussed public building security noting that “we should look into this.”

Reina said he had recently discussed the issue during a meeting with authorities.

“We have some ideas to share with you.

I can’t disclose what we discussed but we will go over this.”

During the public comment portion of the meeting, resident Robert Kirchhofer noted continued f looding conditions impacting his and other residences on Whitesville Road. He said similar complaints had been made to the township before.

“Nothing has changed in a year,” Kirchhofer said.

Bressi said that the area involved some Department of Environmental Protection violations and that the party involved received an extension.

Township attorney Jean Cipriani said that “there were no pending applications and we can have our zoning officer reach out to their attorney.”

Bressi added that “if we didn’t give him an extension we’d have lost all control of the matter.”

Kirchhofer said that the conditions were caused by that proposed project. “They started this 11 years ago. I’ve been saying this for quite a while.”

Bressi said that the issue would be looked into further to determine what could be done to improve road conditions in that area.

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

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

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

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

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

Lakeland Bank, 2110 W. County Line Road.

OceanFirst Bank, 10 Leesville Road.

Shore Community Bank, 1130 East Veterans Highway.

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Sweeney:

Continued From Page 1 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 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 event known as “The Little Leprechaun” contest which was held for many years at the 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

The Jackson Times, March 17, 2018, Page 5 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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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 Jackson residents to know about something, for example, you don’t get a better local source than The Jackson 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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SPOTLIGHT ON GOVERNMENT Correspondence & Commentary From Your Local, County, State & Federal Officials

WASHINGTON, D.C. Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ), Dean of the New Jersey congressional delegation, led a letter signed by the entire New Jersey delegation to Secretary of the Interior Ryan Zinke, reiterating their unified opposition to the administration’s proposal to open waters off the state’s coast to oil and gas drilling and exploration.

In addition, the members sent Secretary Zinke a transcript of a Feb. 14 public hearing in Hamilton, NJ where citizens organized the event and expressed their

Smith Leads Delegation Letter Submitting Local Public Hearing on Offshore Drilling

concerns about—and opposition to—the administration’s offshore drilling proposal.

“The members of our New Jersey Congressional delegation are united in our opposition to this proposal, and the people of New Jersey have made their concerns about offshore drilling clear—they do not want oil rigs off shore and our pristine beaches and waters at risk from oil spills,” Smith stated.

“If we really support an energy policy that serves the public, state and local concerns about offshore drilling must be heard,” said Smith,

Capitol Comments Assemblyman Ronald Dancer 12th Legislative District, Serving Jackson

TRENTON – A patient picking up medicine at the local pharmacy displays their prescription card and pays a $20 out-of-pocket copay, unaware the medicine could only cost $8 if

they paid cash rather than using their insurance. In some cases, pharmacists are prohibited from sharing this information by a gag clause in contracts with insurers.

“Families with insurance

who participated in the alternate forum hosted by the group Clean Ocean Action.

“The citizens of New Jersey stepped up and held their own public forum when the Department of the Interior failed to offer a proper venue. The transcript from that forum will now be part of the official comment period and the people’s opposition to the drilling proposal is clear and now on the record,” he said.

In the letter to Secretary Zinke, the members expressed their strong opposition to the offshore drilling

proposal and noted how they had invited the Interior Secretary to personally hear from concerned citizens in New Jersey.

“We have each unequivocally stated our disapproval,” the members stated in the letter. “This has included joining together as a delegation in a January 9 letter asking you to reconsider the proposal, as well as a January 11 letter inviting you to visit New Jersey prior to the issuance of a finalized proposal and requesting that the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) hold

a public hearing, allowing participants to voice their concerns to BOEM officials.”

Along with the letter, the transcript of the Feb. 14 Hamilton public hearing on the offshore drilling proposal was sent to Secretary Zinke.

“We believe that given the magnitude of this decision and the very real impact this would have on New Jersey’s coastal economy, environment, and wildlife, it is of paramount importance that the enclosed comments of New Jerseyans are considered,” Smith and the

other members stated of the hearing transcript.

Recently, Rep. Smith (R-4th) and other Republican Members of the delegation including Reps. Tom Macarthur (R-3rd), Leonard Lance (R-7th), and Frank LoBiondo (R-2nd), met with Secretary Zinke and stated their strong opposition to New Jersey’s inclusion in the administration’s proposal to open over 90 percent of the U.S. Outer Continental Shelf to oil and gas exploration and drilling, as part of the five-year plan for the National OCS Program.

Dancer Patients Must Be Protected By Pharmacy Gimmicks

coverage expect to save money,” said Assemblyman Ron Dancer (R-Ocean).

“Instead, they end up paying even more for their prescriptions. Nobody should pay more for necessary drugs because they are insured. It’s just common sense.”

Dancer introduced legislation that would make New Jersey the seventh state in three years to ban gag clauses. The bill (A2214) specifically allows pharmacies to

disclose lower cost options to patients.

“This is a deep, dark secret in the industry,” said Dancer. “Prescription users have no idea this is going on. The deck is stacked against the insured. The gag clause compels the pharmacists to be complicit in the scheme.”

The measure also prohibits another practice that preys on insured patients. New Jersey would be the 12th

state to stop a little-known practice called “copay clawbacks” that was uncovered in a recent NBC report.

Costly clawbacks can be attributed to pharmacy benefit managers, who are middle-men controlling prescription drug plans for health insurers. To increase profits on low-cost generic drugs, managers may establish copay prices that are higher than the cash price of some high-volume

prescriptions.

The clawbacks often target frequently prescribed drugs for diabetes, blood pressure, cholesterol, depression and anxiety.

“Patients who need prescription medicine for their health should not be subjected to profit-motivated deception,” Dancer said.

“We’re going to eliminate the games and make the process fair and transparent.”

Bill Would Reduce Opiates In Emergency Rooms

Capitol Comments Senator Cory Booker

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Cory A. Booker (D-NJ), Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), M i c h a e l F. B e n n e t ( D CO), and Cory Gardner (R-CO) along with U.S. Representatives Bill Pascrell, Jr. (D-NJ-09), David B. McKinley (R-WV-01), Diana DeGette (D-CO-01), and Scott R. Tipton (RCO-03) introduced legislation to help boost hospitals’ resources in the fight against opioid addiction.

After years of ravaging communities across America, the opioid epidemic is showing no signs of

abating. Over 100 people die each day from opioid overdose. Forty percent of these deaths involved a prescription opioid. More than 200 million opioid prescriptions are written in the United States each y e a r. A s a f i r s t l i n e o f defense against the opioid epidemic, emergency rooms are well positioned to be laboratories of new innovations and procedures to combat the crisis.

At the same time, because of the short-term nature of the care they provide, emergency rooms are often highly susceptible to

doctor-shopping.

Eager to try fresh approaches to address this epidemic, emergency departments in several states have developed effective programs that have drastically reduced the use of opioids. St. Joseph’s Medical Center in Paterson, New Jersey created the Alternatives to Opiates (ALTO) program, which decreased emergency department opioid prescriptions by nearly 60 percent in its first year alone.

The Colorado Hospital Association saw similar success with its program, decreasing opioid usage by 36 percent in six months.

The Alternatives to Opioids (ALTO) in the Emergency Department Act would establish a demonstration program to test alternative pain management protocols to limit to use of opioids in hospital

emergency departments.

The legislation would provide grant funding to build these programs. Following the completion of the program, the Secretary of Health and Human Services will submit a report to Congress on the results of the program and issue recommendations for broader implementation.

“Our nation’s opioid epidemic continues to cause extraordinary pain and suffering, and is tearing families and communities apart,” said Sen. Booker.

“To combat this public health crisis we need to invest in promising, innovative models. Our bipartisan bill, built on the success of a program in New J e r s e y, w o u l d n o t o n l y help prevent addiction by reducing the number of opioid prescriptions written in emergency rooms, but it would also help us

better understand safe and effective alternatives to prescribing opioids.”

“I believe this will be a critical step in fighting the opioid scourge that is devastating communities across my district and the nation,” said Rep. Pascrell. “Pioneered at St. Joseph’s Medical Center in my hometown of Paterson, their approach has shown dramatic results in keeping unnecessary opioids out of patients’ hands. Our legislation would take the St. Joe’s ALTO model nationwide, providing emergency rooms across the country with a blueprint for preventing countless overdoses from happening in the first place.”

“From a physician’s perspective, the best way to prevent someone from misusing opioids is to avoid prescribing them in the first place,” said Dr.

Paul D. Kivela, president of the American College of Emergency Physicians. “ H o w e v e r, t h e n u m b e r one reason people seek emergency care is because of pain. The Alternatives to Opioids (ALTO) program developed in the St. Joseph’s emergency department in New Jersey gives physicians innovative tools to help manage pain without resorting to opioids. This legislation will help ensure the ALTO program is made available to more patients, in more hospitals, in more states and will help stop opioid addiction from starting.”

This bill is endorsed by the American College of Emergency Physicians, St. Joseph’s Regional Medi c a l C e n t e r, A m e r i c a ’s Essential Hospitals, the New Jersey Hospital Association, and Colorado Hospital Association.

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Technology Classes For Adults In March

JACKSON – The Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Library will host a series of technology classes for adults in the month of March.

• “Free Online Classes” 2 p.m. Tuesday, March 18: This class will introduce Universal Class and Lynda.com. Attendees will take a digital tour of these databases and register for two courses.

Some Internet experience required.

• “Microsoft Word 2” 10 a.m. Thursday, March 15: Learn how to insert page numbers, headers, footers, tables, text boxes, clip art, and other features into your document with this advanced Word class. Some Microsoft Word experience is required.

• “Presenting Google Drive” 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 20: Learn to use this free resource to take your files and folders anywhere. Topics

include uploading files and folders, organizing documents, sharing files, and more. Participants must have a working Gmail account and know their passwords.

• “Microsoft PowerPoint Basics” 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 21: Learn the basics of creating an eye-catching and informative presentation.

• “Navigating the Path to Employment” 10 a.m. Thursday, March 22: Job seekers will take

a tour of the New Jersey Career Connections website. Topics include personal budgeting, résumé writing, interviewing, and more. This class is funded by the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development Career Connections grant.

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

Easter Bunny Photo Time TOMS RIVER – It’s time for photos with the Easter Bunny! He’ll be waiting for you at the Center Court of the Ocean County mall every day leading up to Easter!

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

For more information, contact 732-244-8200.

Knights Of Columbus Charity Trips In 2018

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MANAHAWKIN – The Knights of Columbus of Manahawkin is hosting trips in the coming months of 2018, including: • Peddler’s Village “Strawberry Festival”, Lahaska, PA – May 19: Includes transportation and driver gratuity. Cost is $32 per person.

For more information contact Charles Serwin at 609-978-0970.

Shelf Reading Session JACKSON – Earn some volunteer time during Spring Break at the Jackson Branch Library on April 2, from 10 a.m.-2p.m.!

As a group, you will help ensure our materials are in order on the shelf (and have snacks). Sign up for one, two, or all four sessions. All participants must have a signed volunteer application on file prior to volunteering. If you’re not sure, please bring a signed volunteer application to your first shelf reading session.

This event is for ages 12-18. Registration begins March 19.

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Knit And Crochet Volunteer Club Open To New Members

JACKSON – The Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Librar y will host week ly meet i ngs of the K n it- ChatChain Volunteers.

Here are the dates and times of upcoming meetings: • • • • •

Mar. 19, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Mar. 26, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Apr. 2, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Apr. 9, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Apr. 16, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

• Apr. 23, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

• Apr. 30, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

The branch is located 2 Jackson Drive.

Would you like to learn to knit or crochet? Attendees can brush up on an old skill or learn a new one and make new friends. The group has donated to various hospitals and nonprofit organizations.

For more information, visit theoceancountylibrary.org/events or call 732928-4400.

Plumsted Police Promotions

PLUMSTED – The Plumsted Police Department recently announced the following promotions: • Sgt. Earl Meroney will be promoted to the rank of Chief of Police.

• Sgt. Jason Reilly will be promoted to the

rank of Lieutenant.

Both promotions were effective as of Thursday, March 8 during the monthly Township Committee meeting. We invite all residents and supports to attend to support your new Chief of Police.

Reading Marathon

PLUMSTED – Celebrate National Library Month and Boston Marathon Month by participating in our Marathon READ with the Plumsted Branch Library for the month of April.

Register at the Plumsted Library, list the books you read and post them on your tracker. Prizes for adults, children, and teens will be available. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Plumsted Library.

SCORE: “Communication Skills For Improved Relationships In Life And In Business.”

JACK SON – Joi n awa rd-w i n n i ng communications and marketing professional Nicole Pace-Addeo for this high impact seminar that’ll have you r et h i n k i ng t he ways i n wh ich you

communicate with family, friends and business colleagues.

Visit the Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Library for this event on March 28 from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Tropicana Casino Trip OCEAN COUNTY – Join the Ocean County Columbus Day Parade Committee on April 22, 2018 for a trip to Tropicana Casino in Atlantic City.

The bus departs from the Brick Plaza at 12 p.m. and will return at 8:45 p.m.

The bust departs from the Barnegat Municipal Complex at 12:30 p.m. and will return at 8:15 p.m.

The cost is $35 per person and this includes the bus trip, a $25 slot play and refreshments on the bus. Full payment is due by April 12 to reserve a seat.

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By Kimberly Bosco JACKSON – Jackson Liberty High School junior, Thomas Ferullo, was recently the recipient of Find Your Grind’s (FYG) f irst-ever Esports scholarship in the amount of $5,000.

FYG is a non-profit organization that aims to help kids follow their passions and explore unconventional careers. FYG partnered with ReKTGlobal to create the largest annual Esports lifestyle scholarship program in the US, planning to give away $450,000 total in scholarships.

Ferullo was the first student to receive this scholarship. Find Your Grind founders Nick Gross and Natasha Barritt presented him his award at the John P. Stevens High School in Edison on March 6, as part of the Renaissance Find Your Grind Tour.

Ferullo is an AP student, a captain of the

JLHS swim team and is on the lacrosse team. He enjoys gaming and has dreams of pursuing a degree in programming.

He is also the creator of the gaming site, Ferullogaming, and loves playing Smite and Counter Strike: Global Offensive.

“FYG scholarships are about stories not scores, and the recipient of our fi rst-ever esports scholarship is a perfect example of this,” said FYG co-founder Natasha Barritt. “Our esports scholarships are open to non-athletes and players interested in exploring gaming as a lifestyle path.

We’re thrilled to support Thomas and future recipients in continuing to pursue their true passions and connecting them with the programs and mentors to help make their dreams a reality.”

For more information on Find Your Grind or ReKTGlobal, visit findyourgrind.com or rektglobal.com.

Jackson Library Collecting Donations For Animal Shelters

JACKSON – The Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Library will collect donations for animal shelters in Ocean County throughout March.

Items in great need include: blankets and towels, dry and wet dog and cat food, sturdy dog toys like Kong and Nylabone, cat toys,

temptations hairball treats, KMR formula for kittens, Purina Kitten Chow, Baby Cat (Kibble for kittens), and Blue Buffalo basic dry cat food for sensitive digestion.

These donations will help homeless dogs and cats in Ocean County. The branch is located at 2 Jackson Drive.

Narcotics Anonymous Meetings

JACKSON – Jackson United Methodist Church hold regular weekly meetings of Narcotics Anonymous.

NA will meet at 7:15 p.m. on Fridays at the church, 68 Bennetts Mills Road.

For more information, call the church main office at 732-833-8808.

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AARP Tax Assistance

JACKSON – The Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Library will host several free tax assistance sessions by members of AARP. Sessions will take place on the following dates from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.: • Mar. 22 • Mar. 29 • Apr. 5 • Apr. 12 The branch is located 2 Jackson Drive.

Attendees must bring previous year(s) returns, photo ID, social security or ITIN card, and all relevant documents related to the tax years to be prepared.

There is no age requirement. Appointments are required. To make an appointment, call 732-928-4400, ext. 3808.

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Retirement Careers JACKSON – Looking for a new career after retirement? Learn about new options, f ree resou rces and explore short-term education possibilities at the Jackson Branch Library on March 19 from 3-4 p.m.

Plan and enjoy your next phase of life.

This event is funded by the Ocean County College TAACCCT & New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development Career Connections grant.

Registration opens February 1, 2018.

DeBows UMC Observes Holy Week JACKSON – DeBows United Methodist Church, located at the intersection of Routes 571 and 537 in Jackson, will conduct worship services as we observe Holy Week and Easter: • March 25 - Palm Sunday with Easter Cantata at 10 a.m.

• March 30 - Good Friday at 7 p.m.

• April 1 - Easter Sunday at 10 a.m.

Everyone is welcome! For more information you may visit debowsumc.org.

Teen Cuisine: Flour + H2O = Pasta

JACKSON – Flour and water are the building blocks of many recipes. Each month, we will start with flour and water and add other ingredients to create delicious kitchen staples. This month we will make pasta from scratch the old fashioned way.

Join the Jackson Branch Library on March 27 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. for this event! For ages 12-18. Please register. Registration begins March 12.

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

Don’t Ignore Bloating, It Could be Ovarian Cancer

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. Cancer, named by Hippocrates as “karkinos” actually refers to a giant red crab in Greek mythology. Eating crab legs (something I haven’t done in years) will never be the same now that you know this useless fact but anyway… cancer means that there is uncontrolled cell growth in a tissue, and it’s termed “proliferation.”

Cancer strikes fear into the heart of millions of people each year. Once diagnosed, people are often motivated to alter the number of chemicals in their life, change their diet and lifestyle and sometimes end toxic relationships.

20/20 hindsight occurs, like with my dear brother Danny, who had chronic low back pain and dismissed it. Sadly, it was one of several plaguing symptoms that was connected to colon cancer and he realized this after his diagnosis. “My brother was a secret,” and he really was. If you’d like to read more about us, our relationship and his ultimate passing go to my website and search that phrase. Momentarily, I am going to tell you about a common symptom that you might have which could be tied to ovarian cancer.

No one is immune from hearing the word if they live long enough, especially in a day and age where environmental and food pollutants abound. And then there’s cosmetic ingredients as well, such as talc. There was a woman who passed away from ovarian cancer in 2015, and her family was awarded $72 million dollars as a result of this talcum powder lawsuit! New clinical trials and scientific articles have been popping up over the past year about medications and their benefit to ovarian cancer. For exam-

ple, the medication class of statins (used for cholesterol management) have been investigated for their chemoprotective role, which is good. And recently, a study cleared metformin concluding that it does not raise risk for ovarian cancer, which is also good!

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.

There are six natural remedies that I’d like to share with you today. I will list them all here for you, so you can research on your own. If by chance, you want me to elaborate on the benefits of all of these, please sign up for my free newsletter (suzycohen.com) and I’ll email you a longer version of this article that contains that information. In no particular order, here are the six holistic options to consider for healthy reproductive structure and function: Medicinal mushrooms 2.Chia and Flax seeds 3. Turmeric 4. Resveratrol 5. Green Tea Extract 6. Iodine If you’re struggling with ovarian problems, do personal research because new compelling treatments, natural remedies and anti-cancer therapies are constantly being evaluated and released. There is always hope.

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ASBURY PARK Dear Joel ROCKS AGAINST DEMENTIA! Benefit Event • March 25th • 2-8PM TIX: $15 AT THE DOOR Connecting Youth to Elders with Dementia Through the Power of Music!

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Time For A Pet

Dear Joel, My wife and I have decided it’s time for our children to get a pet. We anticipated that this would be a happy day but our two girls can’t agree on what kind of pet to get. One wants a dog and the other insists it be a cat; a black cat to be specific. What do you suggest we do?

ANSWER: Many people know I own a huge Irish Wolfhound, but either choice is great. Pets teach kids great lessons about responsibility and companionship.

If you adopt from a shelter, they can often recommend a dog who gets along with cats and visa versa – if you decide to get one of each. The bottom line

is that they’re still kids, which means you’ll probably have to decide what you would prefer to do…walk a dog or clean a litter box.

Whatever you choose, I’m sure your new pet(s) will become a cherished part of the family.

Write to joel@preferredcares.com.

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

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

Manasquan Quakers MANASQUAN – In today’s argumentative and indignant world, the Quaker faith and testimonies offer much good counsel and support. For four Friday nights in March, come and share your experiences of peace, equality, com-

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R.C. Shea & Assoc.

Inside The Law How To Prove Your Home Was “Substantially Damaged” By Sandy

Robert C. Shea Esq.

By Robert C. Shea Esq., of R.C. Shea and Associates In the wake of Hurricane Sandy, many homes have suffered tremendous amounts of damage. Some homes have even been deemed to be considered “Substantially Damaged” as a result of such a natural disaster. Substantially Damaged is a term that applies to a damaged structure in a Special Flood Hazard Area or floodplain where the cost total cost of repair is 50 percent or more than the structure’s market value before the flood 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 administrators, and other permit officials that enforce the flood-plain management requirements of a community participating in the National Flood Insurance Program (“NFIP”). Since floodplain 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.

However, such a “substantially damaged” determination by a local government, is not final and absolute in nature.

All local authorities are required to have some form of procedure to challenge such a ruling that your home is more than 50% damaged. Every local authority has its own rules and processes for making such a challenge, so it is very important

to contact the local government office that is responsible for these determinations in the area where your property resides.

Therefore, every local government is unique in their appeal procedure, and the individual filing requirements for such a challenge. Some examples of appealing such a Substantially Damaged determination by a local government, may include, but are not limited to: a.) Providing evidence of estimates from two (2) certified NJ licensed contractors/ public adjustors; (and/or) b.) Providing a copy of Proof of Loss and Final Report (from an insurance company) for all flood claims made for Superstorm Sandy; (and/or) c.) Provide evidence of a pre-storm appraisal, by a New Jersey Licensed Real-estate Appraiser, showing that the value of the structure, is more than the 2012 tax assessed value referenced on the letter you received, and that your damage is less than 50% of this new amount Once the required appeal evidence is provided to the local authority, then the local government must re-evaluate their “substantially damaged” determination.

The above items may be overwhelming and we at R.C. Shea and Associates can help you through the process. The law firm of R.C. Shea & Associates, Counsellors at Law, is a full service law firm representing and advising clients in the areas of Estate Planning, Estate Litigation, Personal Injury, General Litigation, Real Estate Law, Medicaid Law, Medical Malpractice, Workers’ Compensation, Land Use and Planning Law, Wills, Trusts, and Powers of Attorney and much more.

Call or visit our office Toms River office at 732-505-1212, 244 Main Street, Toms River, email us at Rshea@rcshea.com or visit our website at rcshea.com.

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PLUMSTED – Plumsted Township is excited to bring you a newly designed website to serve you better and provide up-to-date information regarding our town.

We will be implementing a new email alert system. Please sign up for our email subscription service; you can find the ‘Subscribe to E-Alerts’ under the Citizen

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Even if you are a current email subscriber, be sure to sign up on this new website as we are not able to carry over any of your information from the current email subscription service. Should you have any questions, please call 609-758-2241, ext. 131.

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For Rent Looking For Female 55+ community in Toms River - To share 2 bedroom home, $800/mo. Includes all utilities, cable/internet. Avail May 1. Please call Sharon, 732600-3377 or leave message.

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Items Wanted $$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ 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) 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) 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.

Silver Ridge Clubhouse Flea Market first Thursday of every month.

Lanoka Harbor Firehouse Co.1 Route 9 & Warren Ave Flea Market first Saturday of each month.

For more info call 848-251-3329. (t/n)

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.

Experienced Landscaper - Who has experience in all areas of residential landscaping. 30-40 hours a week.

No lawn cutting. Own transportation. Brick 732-678-7584. (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) AVIAN Is Seeking A Lead Test Engineer - To support test and evaluation (T&E) of the US Navy’s Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System (EMALS) and Advanced Arresting Gear (AAG) systems, on behalf of the Aircraft Launch and Recovery Equipment Program Office (PMA-251). For a full job description, please visit our website at www. avianllc.com. Position ID #1432. (16) 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) Gardener - Gardeners wanted for garden maintenance, planting and development. Experience preferred, training available. Own transportation.

Subcontractor opportunity. Michael 732-350-5144, leave message. (12) Counter Help Wanted - Part time hours. Manchester Dry Cleaners.

Call Dave 732-657-4421.

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Services Gardening For Seniors - Specialize in maintaining and planting home gardens at reasonable costs. Replacement plants, perennials, bird and garden supplies. Organic plantcare. Help for DIY’s. Richard and Joe, experienced master gardeners. 732-232(16) 8144. Free garden advice.

MY BUDDY Wellness Phone Service Easing Loneliness - Is your loved one home alone? Receive a business-like call daily. Reasonable cost. For info, email mybuddy660@gmail.com. My Buddy verified by Department Veteran Affairs listed as (SDVOSB) on www.vetbiz. gov. Must be 18+ years.

(44) Interior and Exterior Painting – Insured all calls returned. References available. Free estimates. Lic # VH4548900.

Tommy call 609-661-1657. (38)

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.

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

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.

Quality remnants. Free no pressure estimates 732-504-9286.

(14) My 2 Girls Cleaning Service Spring 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.

(11) RC Hammer Home Improvement/ Handyman - Experienced in all phases of home repair/improvements. Reasonable rates. Reliabel work. No job too small.

Insured. NJ LIC #13VH07304600.

Call Ric 908-330-6146.

(13) Accounting and Tax Services LLC Tax preparation and small business accounting. Reasonable rates.

732-506-9272. 1201 Rt. 37 East, Toms River, NJ 08753.

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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.

Lic #13VH05930800. 732678-7584, Tony.

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

Insured. NJ license #13HV01888400.

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

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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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Annual Tricky-Tray Gift Auction JACKSON – The Jackson Township NJ-782 Air Force Junior ROTC is holding their annual Tricky-Tray Gift Auction on Saturday, March 24, 2018 at the Jackson Memorial High School Clayton Cafeteria.

The proceeds from this event benefit their program by providing needed supplies as well as scholarships. Doors open at 4 p.m.

Refreshments will be available. Tickets are $10.

For tickets and information, contact Major Macagnone at 732-833-4642.

Girl Scout Cookie Beverage Pairings NEW EGYPT – Enjoy five samples of Girl Scout cookies paired with select beverages at the New Egypt Elks Lodge #2457 on March 23 at 7 p.m.

The cost is $20 per person; only 50 tickets will be sold. Cookie themed beverages will be available for additional cost after the pairing. You must be 21 to purchase tickets!

For tickets contact Loretta Walsh via text at 732-600-7738 or email neelks@ yahoo.com. Use subject: Cookies. This event is open to the public. Nonmembers must sign in.

Art of Meditation: For Beginners

JACKSON – Learn about different techniques of meditation that may work best for you with the Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Library on March 20 from 3-4 p.m.

Learn to de-stress, and bring yourself into a state of awareness. Various meditation exercises will be practiced.

Instructor Shazia Zaman is an active meditation practitioner and will share helpful insights and tips.

Comfortable clothes required. Seating is limited. Registration began on February 10.

Jackson Garden Club To Meet Monthly JACKSON – The Jackson Green Thumb Garden Club will meet the first Tuesday of each month at Jackson Township Municipal Building, 95 West Veteran’s Highway.

Meetings are from 7 to 9 p.m. Call 732-2454293 for more information or visit tinyurl. com/jgtgclub.

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By Pamela Jansky, RN-BC, CDE, AAACN Spring is just around the corner! Signs of life are blooming all around us as the crocuses begi n to emerge f rom the snow. Days are getting longer, temperatures are rising and the air is fresh and clean. Our excitement begins to build as we anticipate the annual renewal of life, symbolizing new beginnings and growth. We begin to think about the areas in our personal lives that may need a breath of fresh air. Our homes await their spring cleaning and our yards need to be tidied and prepared for spring planting.

All of this we do in preparation for the summer, when we will enjoy the fruits of our labor.

So too, we think of our internal housekeeping and renewal. Many of us wholeheartedly committed to our New Year’s Resolutions as we began the annual celebration of a new year, full of promise.

We start off with great zeal but as the coldest days of winter descend upon us, we may fall back into hibernation mode.

Such are the cycles of life. But what is the key to sustained change that brings about the results that we can enjoy in our renewed health and vitality?

What are the areas that you are looking to take to the next level or even find yourself struggling in? At Hackensack Meridian Integrative Health & Medicine, we are committed to supporting people in their quest for health and wellness through many

different modalities such as acupuncture, nutritional counseling, health coaching, health psychology, massage therapy and more.

Integrative health and medicine focuses on the health and well-being of the whole person—mind, body and spirit. Our approach is based on the Five Pillars of Health & Well-Being which are Sleep, Activity, Purpose, Nutrition and Resilience. Every person is a unique individual with needs that change throughout the different seasons of life.

Our diversified team offers the support we all need to strengthen these f ive pillars that help us to form the habits needed for sustained health and vitality.

This of course is what we all desire.

Motivation gets you started, but habit keeps you going. Our summer gardens continue to need our time and attention if they are to continue to be vibrant and fruitful.

An Integrative Nurse Health Coach can partner with you to help you identify the areas where you are blocked and strategies to overcome any obstacles or barriers you may face. They will work alongside you in setting personalized, realistic, sustainable goals that can become new healthy habits so that you too may remain vibrant and fruitful.

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Jackson Police Department Monthly Activity

JACKSON – During the month of February, the Jackson Police Department answered 8,543 calls for service.

Calls for service can range from routine or minor problems (such as incident reports, neighbor disputes, suspicious or disorderly persons and motor vehicle related incidents or stops) to emergency calls (motor vehicle crashes, first aid calls, and reports of crimes in progress).

The members of the Jackson Police Department proudly serve our residents and visitors to the township and make every effort to respond to these calls in an efficient and effective manner.

The following indicates just some of the activity that officers of the Jackson Police Department responded to during the month of February. Other information is noted in the Patrol Blotter or in specific News Releases.

• Total calls for service: 8,543 • 9-1-1 calls (total): 998

• 9-1-1 Hang up: 10 • Alarms (burglar/fire/medical/smoke): 165 • Animal Incident: 23 • Arrests (total): 94 • Burglary: 6 • Criminal Mischief: 10 • Disabled Motor Vehicle: 44 • Dispute/Argument/Disturbance: 75 • DWI Arrests: 8 • Erratic Driving: 50 • First Aid: 298 • Harassment: 17 • Juvenile Complaint (non-criminal): 14 • Missing Person: 2 • Motor Vehicle Crash: 110 • Motor Vehicle Stop: 1,094 • Noise Complaint: 14 • Parking Complaint: 23 • Security Checks: 2,926 • Suspicious Incident/Person/Vehicle: 147 • Theft: 13 • Traffic Enforcement Detail: 112 • Welfare Check/Crisis Intervention: 55

Recycle Old Electronics JACKSON – The Township will now begin accepting electronics and e-waste at our Convenience Center located on Don Connor Blvd.

The following items will be accepted: televisions, computers, monitors,

printers and fax machines. We will not collect electronics during our bulky collection; they must be taken directly to our facility.

For questions regarding this, contact Public Works at 732-928-1311.

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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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