2018-05-05 - The Berkeley Times

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–Photos by Chris Lundy (Above)The house was recently demolished to make room for eventual development.

(Inset) The owner of this property wants to build a convenience store there. (Left) The map was filed as part of the application for the proposed convenience store.

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By Chris Lundy BERKELEY – A convenience store is proposed across the street from Central Regional High School.

The Zoning Board approved a request by a homeowner to allow

a commercial application in a residential area. The house was recently demolished. The construction would be at 544 Forest Hills Parkway, the corner of Grand Central Parkway and Forest Hills

Enrollment Drives Up Central Budget

Parkway (which later becomes Veterans Boulevard).

Plans for the development were recently fi led, and are expected to be heard by the zoning board (Store - See Page 4)

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By Chris Lundy BERKELEY – Officials say that increasing enrollment is one of the main causes of the proposed increase to the Central Regional School District budget.

The total budget would be $40,567,096, an increase of $1,330,886 over this year’s $39,236,210.

The amount to be raised by taxes would be $33,006,880, (Budget - See Page 5)

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Elder Law Attorney Novy Indicted For Fraud

By Jennifer Peacock OCEAN COU NTY – A trusted attorney was indicted for allegedly using his knowledge of elder law to swindle six Ocean County women.

Robert Novy, 66, of Brick, ran a law practice in Manchester Township, and hosted a popular radio program, “Inside the Law,” that dealt with (Fraud - See Page 5)

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Continued From Page 1 on May 9. The meeting starts at 6:30 p.m. and is held at the municipal building down the street, at 627 Pinewald-Keswick Road.

The plans show a 2,940-square-foot store, with an ATM and signage. The building would be 10 feet from the neighbor behind it on Grand Central, and 30 feet from its neighbor on Forest Hills.

The southbound lane of Grand Central would be two lanes. One would be a right turn only lane. The other would be for cars going either straight into the school or left.

There would be an entrance and an exit on Grand Central.

The entrance on Forest Hills would be a right turn only, and exiting cars could also only go right. Forest Hills would be widened by 4 feet in front of the development. There would be 24 parking spaces.

A letter from zoning board engineer John Mallon describes Forest Hills Parkway as an “urban minor arterial roadway providing access to and from the Garden State Parkway.” He notes that buffers between the property and its neighbors are not wide enough.

While the application was deemed complete, there are still more pieces the engineer wanted, including: testimony on hours of operation, number of employees, position of air conditioning units, delivery schedules, and that the garbage was proposed to be in the front of the property.

Mallon also suggested that something should be done to encourage pedestrian

crossing only at the signal, since it would be sure to draw Central students.

The engineer also noted that the traffic study was performed for all seasons, not just the quietest times. It also showed that the project would not impact any other intersections.

Since both roads – Forest Hills and Grand Central – are county roads, the applicant would also need approval from the county as well.

The application was made by Walter Holm of Northeast Passage Cor p. to construct a convenience store in a R-150 residential zone. He was also seeking approval to put up signs that convenience stores have.

In December, the zoning board heard from experts in traffic and engineering, and neighbors.

The experts said that there would not be a significant increase in traffic. Rather, the current amount of traffic is closer to that of a commercial area, the board found.

“The existing volume of traffic does not make the site conducive to family living as it poses a hazard to pets and small children,” a resolution from the board read. The traffic expert noted that the convenience store would increase traffic by 3 percent, or 71 cars.

The board ultimately allowed a variance that would allow the property owner to have a convenience store on the residential property.

The applicant argued that the area is not all that residential.

“The character of the subject site has

changed dramatically in the 30-40 years since the existing dwelling on the site was constructed,” the resolution reads. “Central Regional High School was constructed directly across the street from the subject site, thereby altering the area dramatically by increasing the traffic flow on Grand Central. A (Garden State) Parkway ramp and entrance was constructed and opened within the last 10 years, within 150 yards of the subject property, thereby again increasing the traffic volume massively.”

The applicant also cited the Cedar Creek Golf Course, and its restaurant, Cedar Creek Bar and Grill. It even mentions that there was a hotel built 100 years ago, which is now Crystal Lake Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center.

Additionally, he said the electronic sign in front of Central Regional that points in the direction of the property has also diminished his quality of life. The home has been for sale for more than a year with no buyers.

Two neighbors, Ursula Donat and David Moen, stated that the neighborhood is commercial even if it is not zoned that way, and did not have an objection to the project.

Two other neighbors, Kate Rizzo and a woman referred to only as Mrs. Ledoux, stated that it would hamper their quality of life since there would be 24-hour traffic, and the noise, garbage and undesirable people that a convenience store would attract.

The board announced that the proposed store fits the nature and demographics of that area, which is becoming more busy.

They found that there would not be a sub-

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Central Superintendent Triantafillos Parlapanides said via email that he welcomes the development.

“Our Forest Hills Parkway should be like Lacey Road so I encourage businesses into the town to provide rateables for the taxpayers and jobs to my students,” he said.

Students have never been allowed to leave for lunch, he said, responding to a question about student safety in crossing the busy road to go to the convenience store.

There’s only a 25 minute lunch period.

However, just because they’re not allowed to go doesn’t mean they don’t sneak out, he said. Vice principals will be checking the local establishments during lunch time to make sure the kids stay in. Those caught leaving during lunch will have their driving privilege revoked, and they’ll have to get to school by bus or be dropped off by their parents.

The issue was discussed at the most recent Township Council meeting, with Councilwoman Judith Noonan saying she hoped a convenience store wouldn’t go in that spot.

“It shouldn’t be there. The neighbors aren’t happy,” she said.

Business administrator John Camera said that the only decision made so far was to allow commercial development there. The developer would still have to make an application and have that approved by the town. He also noted that the zoning of the area has not changed. The property is still residential, but the Zoning Board allowed an exception to this property.

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agencies, including the Division of Criminal Justice Financial & Computer Crimes Bureau and the New Jersey Division of Taxation Office of Criminal Investigation.

It had been referred to the Division of Criminal Justice by Ocean County Surrogate Jeffrey W. Moran.

A complaint against him from the New Jersey Office of Attorney Ethics was also issued Jan. 26 that year.

Detectives executed a search warrant of Novy’s law office in Manchester, seizing bills and other evidence. More than $3.5 million in firm assets were frozen by court order, and a trustee was appointed to oversee Novy’s law practice.

“Novy allegedly stole nearly $2 million from vulnerable clients, preying on seniors who were frail and isolated and who trusted him as their attorney to guard their life savings,” Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal said. “It is hard to imagine a more callous personal and professional betrayal.”

The state alleges Novy stole from elderly and deceased clients, those with no close relatives to claim their estates or challenge Novy. The attorney allegedly used those funds to pay for personal and business expenses.

So how did he do this? The state asserts Novy gained control by making himself the sole financial decision-maker for these clients. By doing so, he gained control over wills, powers of attorney and trust documents. Novy also directed insurance companies to redeem policies and send

those funds directly to him. When challenged, Novy would claim those deposits were “administrative errors” and repay those funds.

“I knew he was a crook, and I told him that,” Barbara Farland told Jersey Shore Online. Her mother, Mary Stover, was victimized by Novy and her own sister, who Farland said dated the attorney before her death in 2014. “He was really interested that I said that, and he asked me why I said that.

I said ‘I’m not telling you. I’m going to tell it to the judge.’”

Farland came back east from Denver when she received a call from her mother, then age 94. Farland ended up staying for 11 months, wrangling with Novy and his associates to untangle her mother from his grip.

Her mother had $3 million in the bank, and by the time Novy and others had made Stover change her will and sign away her money to a family member, Farland alleges, her mother was in a nursing home on Medicaid. She died six years later.

Farland was happy to hear that Novy was indicted on the charges April 30.

“I’m happy. He should be (indicted). He made a lot of old people miserable because he cheated them. These are old people that are good people. And then they’re abused by this man?” she said.

It appears Stover is not part of the 10 counts against Novy at this time. The attorney general’s office did not release the names of his victims, but gave accounts of six women

who were stolen from: • An 88-year-old Brick woman, who died in 2015, allegedly lost $738,457.

• An 87-year-old Manchester woman who suffered from dementia, who died in 2014, lost $650,700.

• An 85-year-old woman from Brick, who suffered from Alzheimer’s and died in 2013, lost $242,305.

• An 87-year-old Point Pleasant woman, who suffered from dementia and died in 2015, lost $103,843.

• An 85-year-old Waretown woman, who died in 2013, and her 92-year-old husband in 2011, lost $45,520.

• A Manchester woman, currently 98, lost $130,000.

The state alleges that Novy worked in three ways: he would simply transfer funds from clients’ personal bank accounts or liquidated personal assets to his own bank account ($322,342); he transferred funds into an Interest on Lawyer Trust Account, accounts he controlled as power of attorney ($929,026); and transferred client funds from various accounts into his firm’s operating and disbursement accounts, and would overbill clients for power of attorney fees with no invoices ($659,457). He attempted to hide the money.

Superior Court Judge Mary C. Jacobson, Mercer County, handed up the indictment.

The case is assigned to Ocean County. Novy will appear in court for arraignment, though no date has been publicly announced.

Budget:

cents per $100 of assessed valuation, from 43.6 cents to 46.6 cents. It would amount to an increase in taxes of $60.03, from $872.44 to $932.47.

Island Heights: For the average home, valued at $386,200, the tax rate would increase by 4.5 cents per $100 of assessed valuation, from 30.9 cents to 35.4 cents. It would amount to an increase in taxes of $173.02, from $1,193.36 to $1,366.38.

Ocean Gate: For the average home, valued at $200,600, the tax rate would decrease by .6 cents per $100 of assessed valuation, from 44.1 cents to 43.5 cents. It would amount in a reduction in taxes by $12.04, from $884.65 to $872.61.

Seaside Heights: For the average home, valued at $224,300, the tax rate would decrease by 1.4 cents per $100 of assessed valuation, from 43.1 cents to 41.8 cents. It

would amount in a reduction in taxes of $30.28, from $966.73 to $936.45.

Seaside Park: For the average home, valued at $549,964, the tax rate would decrease by 4.3 cents per $100 of assessed valuation, from 41.7 cents to 37.4 cents. This would amount in a reduction in taxes of $234.28, from $2,293.35 to $2059.07.

The difference between each town has to

Continued From Page 1 elder law issues. He also allegedly stole $1.9 million from clients between 2009 and 2016, generally from women who had no close relatives and, in some cases, suffered from dementia.

The New Jersey State Attorney General’s Office announced that the Division of Criminal Justice Financial & Computer Crimes Bureau got a grand jury indictment against Novy on 10 counts of theft, money laundering, and “misapplication of entrusted property.” The counts range from first- to second-degree crimes and carry penalties ranging from fines up to $500,000 and 1020 years prison time.

Although these indictments were handed down April 30, the Division of Criminal Justice is still investigating “numerous additional suspicious financial transactions involving funds of other clients of Novy,” the state attorney general’s office said.

“We allege that Novy systematically drained his clients’ assets, laundering funds through various bank accounts and charging unauthorized fees to enrich himself and his firm,” director Elie Honig of the Division of Criminal Justice said. “We urge anyone with relevant information about Novy and his handling of client funds to contact our office.”

Novy was arrested Oct. 18, 2016 after being investigated by several government

Continued From Page 1 an increase of $1,303,884 from this year’s $31,702,996.

Central Regional is made up of five sending districts, each affected differently by the budget.

Berkeley: For the average home, valued at $200,100, the tax rate would increase 3

(Budget - See Page 24)

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY E DITORIAL School Loyalty Lasts A Lifetime I was attending a play put on by local kids when a very funny woman sitting next to me struck up a conversation. She wanted to know what school my daughter was in, and if she knew any of the kids on stage.

As we continued talking, this woman explained that she had attended Toms River High School, back when it was the only one.

It’s now referred to as High School South. I don’t know how old she was, but if it’s any indication, she said her brother would have been 90 this year.

She said her great-niece goes to High School North now, and that was who she was there to see. She joked that it’s OK for them to go to North, even

though she’ll always have a soft spot for South. It occurred to me how long you maintain a loyalty to your old school, as long as the memories there are good. After all, she probably hadn’t been to high school for about 70 years, and she was still speaking fondly of it.

I told her that I went to East, so that school has a soft spot for me. However, my daughter will eventually attend South.

She nodded. “It doesn’t matter what Toms River school they go to,” she said. “…as long as they beat Brick…”

So, I guess friendly rivalries last a lifetime, too.

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Letters To The Editor MacArthur Thanked, Advocating For Veterans Clinic I am writing to thank Congressman MacArthur for continuing to stand up for our veterans. Recently, he has taken charge, pushing the Veterans Administration to expedite their relocation project of the Brick VA Clinic. The 3rd Congressional District has the largest number of veterans in New Jersey.

The current parking situation at the Brick clinic has caused much hardship to veterans who are receiving care there. It is a disgrace to those who have sacrificed for our freedom and it should be addressed immediately.

Congressman MacArthur has long been an outspoken advocate for those who have served our country, and he is continuing to do so with his latest efforts. Thanks to him for once again standing up to the bureaucracy and putting our veterans first.

Maurice “Mo” Hill Rear Admiral, DC, US Navy (retired) Councilman-at-Large, Toms River

Remember Our Lost Officers One police officer is killed in the United States every 61 hours. National Police Week runs from May 13 through May 18. They keep our towns safe, and teach kids how to stay on the right side of the law, with the D.A.R.E. program.

Chris Cosgriff, founder of the Officer Down Memorial Page, said it best: “When a police officer is killed, it’s not an agency that loses an officer, it’s an entire nation.”

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Letters The SNAP areEditor less likely to Congress is the Food InseSave SNAPTo in And Protect Vulnerable People Most people would love to eat something healthy and delicious for dinner, but preparing a nutritious meal can be a challenge, especially on a tight budget. Hunger and food insecurity are a reality of daily life for too many of our New Jersey neighbors, children, seniors, veterans and active-duty military, who struggle to make ends meet. According to the non-profit group, Feeding America, 10.8 percent of households in NJ faced limited access to adequate food because of a lack of money or other resources.

Almost a million New Jersey residents do not always know how they will afford their next meal. Fortunately, the federal government’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, the nation’s largest food assistance program, strengthens families and the nation by keeping more than 8 million people out of poverty, including over 360,000 children, 128,000 seniors, and 218,000 disabled in New Jersey as of January 2018, while improving health and lowering health care costs.

However, this crucial program faces an uncertain future as Congress debates the 2018 farm bill, the primary legislation that authorizes agriculture and food policy in the U.S. SNAP is a lifeline for those challenged by working long days at low wages, facing an unexpected health emergency or experiencing job loss or long-term disability.

SNAP has proven especially beneficial for pregnant women, reducing the numbers of children born with low birthweight by as much as 23 percent. For children, food assistance can benefit them for the rest of their lives: Children participating

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have anemia or nutritional deficiencies and more likely to do better in school.

SNAP also makes economic sense, causing money to quickly flow into the economy by boosting spending at local retailers and benefitting Jersey farms.

The investment we make in SNAP also reduces spending on future health care. On average, low-income adults participating in SNAP experience health care costs that are nearly 25 percent lower than those with similar income who don’t participate.

In most U.S. counties, the SNAP benefit does not even cover the full cost of a meal.

Feeding America estimates an increase of $5.3 million would allow all New Jersey residents to afford an adequate and nutritious diet each year, building on the effectiveness of the program.

That’s just a little more than $3 per meal.

The farm bill also funds the effective nutrition education programs known as Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education, or SNAP-Ed, and the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program, or EFNEP. These programs help maximize their investment by teaching people how to stretch their limited food dollars to buy healthy meals.

Research has shown the benefits of these programs continue for years after participation in the program has ended.

Combined, SNAP-Ed and EFNEP account for less than one-tenth of 1 percent of federal health care spending.

With a budget of just $68 million in 2016, EFNEP worked with 119,000 adults and 365,000 children - a total program cost of less than $150 for every individual reached. Of these, 98 percent of adults improved nutrition practices, 84 percent improved food resource management skills and 65 percent improved food security practices by participating in the program, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Also at risk in

curity Nutrition Incentive, a program that provides a cash incentive for purchases of fresh fruits and vegetables, ensuring that dollars are spent on healthy food while boosting the market for Jersey farmers.

In all these ways and more, SNAP does great things to reduce hunger and food insecurity. As Registered Dietitians and members of the New Jersey Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, we are urging Senators Menendez and Booker, as well as all New Jersey House members not to cut SNAP’s funding or include harmful changes in the farm bill. Let’s continue to build on SNAP’s strengths and the programs that shore up its success.

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MacArthur’s Gun Votes Not Bipartisan I am writing in response to Congressman Tom MacArthur’s self-serving article “Bipartisan Steps Taken to Curb Gun Violence” published April 14.

MacArthur advocates for more research on gun violence, but in February he wanted the research to focus on Hollywood and video games as part of a study of the “moral and spiritual decay in our society.”

He doesn’t want to do anything to eliminate assault rifle-style killing machines, but he wants armed guards in schools. He advocates for strengthening background checks, but he voted to loosen restrictions on gun availability for the mentally ill.

MacArthur was the architect of the concealed carry reciprocity bill, which endangers his constituents and which no law enforcement agency in the state endorsed. This bill was far from bi-partisan.

In fact, he hasn’t endorsed any gun safety proposals from the other side of the aisle. Its’ time MacArthur drop the false image of bipartisanship.

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“Slippery” Budget Deal Cut Homestead Rebate In Half CAPITOL COMMENTS 9th Legislative District Senator Christopher J. Connors • Assemblyman Brian E. Rumpf • Assemblywoman DiAnne C. Gove

TRENTON – Responding to complaints from irate homeowners, Senator Christopher J. Connors, Assemblyman Brian E. Rumpf and Assemblywoman DiAnne C.

Gove (All R-9th) are providing background as to why their Homestead Rebates are half of what they were promised when the current budget passed:

“During last year’s state budget negotiations, a slippery deal was struck to fund only half the Homestead Benefit Program in the current budget and delaying the other half of the payment until the start of a new fiscal year, which would begin this July.

“Wanting no part of this deal, our delegation voted against the state budget in view of the fact that many of our constituents rely heavily on property tax relief programs, such as the Homestead Rebate, to

be able to afford to remain in their homes. Worse, there was only an agreement - but no guarantee - that additional funding would be included in the following state budget to compensate slighted homeowners for the half of the Homestead Rebate they didn’t receive.

“If blindsided homeowners didn’t have enough to be outraged about, the governor’s proposed FY2019 State Budget again only provides funding for half of the Homestead

Rebate program. Under the deal struck last year, granted under a different governor, the upcoming budget should fund a year and a half of the Homestead program.

“More funding can be found for just about every other government program, including large pay raises for certain state employees or tuition aid for illegal aliens. Astonishingly, though, Trenton is just unwilling to provide adequate tax relief to homeowners under financial distress despite

the fact that New Jersey has the highest property taxes and has among the highest foreclosure rate in the nation.

“Funding for the Homestead Rebate can be restored during state budget deliberations. July 1 is the deadline for the state budget to be approved, after which homeowners will know if they’ll get the remaining half of their Homestead Rebate.

As always, our priorities will remain focused on representing the interests of taxpayers during budget deliberations.”

Congressman MacArthur Cosponsors Ten Bipartisan Bills From The Desk Of

Congressman Tom MacArthur WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman MacArthur announced he has cosponsored ten bipartisan bills that address important issues in South Jersey communities including improving school safety, protecting domestic abuse victims, and supporting our local fishermen.

“I’ve always believed that members of both parties have to work together to solve

tough problems facing our districts and our country,” said Congressman MacArthur. “These ten bipartisan bills address a host of critical issues facing South Jersey including improving our schools, protecting domestic abuse victims, cracking down on human trafficking, caring for marine life, and supporting our local fishermen. Since I came to

Congress, I’ve been reaching across the aisle to improve the lives of my constituents and will continue to work with anyone to support South Jersey.”

Bipartisan Bills Include: • Safe Schools Improvement Act which requires states to direct their local educational agencies to establish policies that prevent and prohibit conduct, including bullying and harassment. Original Sponsor: Rep. Sanchez (DCA) • IDEA Full Funding Act which requires regular increases in Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) spending to meet the federal commitment. Original Sponsor: Rep. Huffman (D-CA)

• Anti-Lunch Shaming Act prohibits schools from singling out students who are unable to pay for lunch.

Original Sponsor: Rep. Lujan Grisham (D-NM) • Pet Safety and Protection Act would prohibit “Class B” (random source) animal dealers from selling dogs and cats to researchers. Original Sponsor: Rep. Doyle (D-PA) • Pet and Women Safety Act which broadens the definition of stalking to include conduct that causes a person to experience a reasonable fear of death or serious bodily injury to his or her pet.

Original Sponsor: Rep. Clark (D-MA) • Human Trafficking Fraud Enforcement Act which di-

rects the Treasury to establish within the IRS an office to investigate and prosecute violations of tax laws by persons that appear to be violating laws against forced labor, trafficking of individuals, and transportation of minors or aliens for immoral purposes. Original Sponsor: Rep. Maloney (D-NY) • Smithsonian Women’s History Museum Act which establishes a comprehensive women’s history museum within the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, DC. Original Sponsor: Rep. Maloney (D-NY) • Cold Case Record Collections Act which would allow citizens to request the declassification of certain

documents from civil rights cold cases. The bill was drafted by high school students from Hightstown, New Jersey. Original Sponsor: Rep. Rush (D-IL) • Transparent Summer Flounder Quotas Act which delays current reduction in Summer Flounder quota.

Original Sponsor: Rep. Pallone (D-NJ) • Orca Responsibility and Care Advancement Act amends the Marine Mammal Protection Act of 1972 to prohibit taking, importing, or exporting the killer whale species, or any product that contains that species, for public display purposes. Original Sponsor: Rep. Schiff (D-CA)

Act Would Develop Plan To Fight Opiate Addiction Capitol Comments Senator Robert Menendez

WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senators Bob Menendez (D-N.J.), Dean Heller (R-Nev.) and Johnny Isakson (R-Ga.) introduced the Opioid Addiction Action Plan Act, bipartisan legislation that requires the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to develop a plan by January 1,

2019 to prevent opioid addiction and increase access to medication-assisted treatment.

“The opioid crisis impacts every community in our nation.

It affects people from every walk of life, and the problem continues to grow,” said Sen. Menendez. “We need to change the way Medicare and Medicaid approach pain management and addiction treatment. By de-

veloping an Opioid Addiction Action Plan that focuses on improving access to substance abuse treatment and providing non-opioid pain management solutions, we can turn the tide of the opioid crisis.”

Under the proposal, the secretary of HHS will submit a report to Congress involving recommendations on data collection and improvements to Medicare and Medicaid coverage and reimbursement of medication-assisted treatment.

HHS will also consider ways to improve provider education on treatments for chronic pain and addiction, and methods to expand access to treatment for rural and medically-underserved communities.

The legislation also directs HHS to identify FDA-approved technologies that are non-opioid treatments for acute and chronic pain management, technologies that monitor withdrawal and prevent overdose, and technologies that treat substance use disorder and opioid use disorder.

Congressman Adam Kinzinger (R-IL) and Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke (D-NY) earlier this week introduced H.R. 5590, companion legislation in U.S. House of Representatives.

Earlier this week, the Opioid Crisis Response Act of 2018 passed out of the Senate HELP committee that included provisions written by Sens. Menendez and Cory Booker. The provisions will support hospitals

and emergency departments in identifying and implementing best practices for alternatives to the use of opioids.

Sens. Menendez and Booker, joined Congressman Bill Pascrell, Jr. at St. Joseph’s Regional Medical Center in Paterson where they discussed bipartisan, bicameral legislation that the lawmakers introduced to help boost hospitals’ resources in the fight against opioid addiction, known as The Alternatives to Opioids (ALTO) in the Emergency Department Act. The ALTO program launched at St. Joe’s in 2016. When the program launched, the lawmakers convened a statewide summit at St. Joe’s to explore solutions to the heroin and opioid addiction

epidemic gripping New Jersey and the nation. In just two years since implementing ALTO, St. Joe’s has successfully reduced opioid prescriptions in their emergency room by 82%.

Last month, Sen. Menendez toured a local recovery center in Elizabeth, where he met with experts and individuals in recovery, and announced a budget agreement he supported that provided an additional $6 billion to fund the national fight against the opioid crisis.

The senator is also an original cosponsor of the Combating the Opioid Epidemic Act, which would authorize $45 billion over ten years for opioid abuse treatment, prevention, detection, and surveillance programs.

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–Photo courtesy BTSD Facebook BERKELEY – The Bayville Elks Lodge donated gear to the Berkeley Township Elementary School Hoop Shoot fi nalists from back in the Fall. The Bayville Elks sponsored the students, with assistance from Mr. Colarusso, for the Elks National Hoop Shoot Free Throw Tournament.

Berkeley EMS Hiring Emergency Medical Technicians

BERKELEY – Berkeley Township is currently seeking dedicated community members who are Emergency Medical Technicians to join its Squad #55. Applicants must apply with a minimum of: • One full year as a certified Emergency Medical Technician • One full year experience responding to 911 calls.

• A valid NJ Driver’s License is required along with a clean driving history Applicants must provide a Resume and complete the Township Application along with a Release Authorization, located on the Berkeley Township Website. Ap-

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Central Regional High School Summer Drama And Chorus

BERKELEY – Summer Drama will be July 9-12 and 16-19 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. for students going into grades 5-11. The students will prepare a show to be performed on July 19-20 at 5 p.m.

Summer Chorus will be August 27-29 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. for all students going into grades 8-12. It will take place in the Central Regional High School chorus room and auditorium.

Students will be preparing for the upcoming school year.

Summer Drama will take place in the Berkeley Township Elementary School Auditorium. Summer Chorus will take place in the Central Regional High School Chorus room.

Email Beth Moore, Summer Drama and Chorus Session Director, at emoore@centralregional.net for more information.

Ocean Gate Day 5K & Ocean Gate Day 1 Mile

OCEAN GATE – The upcoming Ocean Gate Day 5K and Ocean Gate Day 1 Mile events will take place on Saturday, August 11, 2018.

Sign-up fees are $25 and $15 respectively. The

final registration timeframe for both events is Tuesday, August 7 at 11:59 p.m. To participate and for additional information, log on to oceangateday.com.

DPW Accepting Electronic Equipment

PINE BEACH – Public Works is now accepting electronic equipment and residents may drop off anything with a cord or that takes batteries at the recycling yard. Please

help DPW keep this service and put only electronic items in that bin. If you have any questions, you may call DPW at 732240-0566.

Support Group For Survivors Of Suicide Loss

BEACHWOOD – Forever In Our Hearts, an organization to support those who have lost ones to suicide, is holding monthly meetings the 2nd Saturday of each month at St. Paul

Lutheran Church, 130 Cable Ave, Beachwood. Meeting time is 1 p.m. For complete information visit our page at facebook.com/ ForeverNRHearts or call 732-269-3236.

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Mayor & Council Promote “See Something, Say Something” Campaign

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Most people are familiar with the term “melanoma,” which refers to cancer that develops in the cells (called “melanocytes”) that produce the pigment that gives skin its color. The eyes also have melanin-producing cells that can develop a form of melanoma known as “intraocular melanoma.” As with melanoma that involves the skin, intraocular melanoma, although quite rare, develops among individuals with light skin color and blue or green eyes. There is also some evidence that exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays may also increase the risk of developing eye melanoma. Because eye melanoma may not cause signs or symptoms, it is important that those at risk for eye melanoma schedule regular checkups with the ophthalmologist, who can best diagnose the disease.

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By Kimberly Bosco BERKELEY – Mayor Carmen Amato and Chief Karin DiMichele are continuing to promote See Something, Say Something, a local campaign reminding residents to report suspicious activity.

The campaign will consist of signs, billboards, web posts, social media posts, and Nixle notifications.

“It’s important to remind residents that if they see something suspicious they should report it to the police immediately,” said Amato.

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Amato thanked Councilman James J. Byrnes who suggested implementing the campaign.

“I have seen this program in other parts of the State. I communicated the idea to Mayor Amato and Chief DiMichele and they immediately embraced it. I want to thank them both for pushing this ahead.” Councilman Byrnes said.

“Many seniors are aware of what is going on in their neighborhoods. We all know who should be in our neighborhoods and who shouldn’t. If you see someone who looks suspicious or a situation that just doesn’t look right, please report it to the police,” added Councilwoman Judith Noonan.

DiMichele remarked that this campaign will be in addition to the Berkeley Police Tip Line.

“It should be noted that the tip line has proved positive, as concerned citizens have alerted police, which has led to multiple investigations and arrests,” she said.

The Tip Line is 732-341-1132 ext. 611 or email detective@btpdnj.org. Berkeley residents also have the option to report suspicious activity anonymously.

Ocean County Library Hosts Health Series BEACHWOOD – The Beachwood Library, 126 Beachwood Blvd. will host the sixpart series “Take Control of Your Health” presented by a representative of Meridian Health.

The series will take place each Thursday at 1 p.m. May 17, May 24, May 31, June 7, June 14 and June 21.

Learn to manage symptoms of ongoing health problems, frustration and stress, and design your own self-management program.

Light refreshments will be available.

These programs are free but registration is required. To register, call 732-244-4573 or visit theoceancountylibrary.org.

Coffee With A Cop

PINE EBACH – The officers of the Pine Beach Police Department want you to pull up a chair, grab a cup of coffee, and get to know your local police officers at Coffee with a Cop on May 5 at 8 a.m. at Vista Park.

Ask questions, share your concerns, or just come out to say hello. The coffee, hot chocolate, and donuts are free and the conversation is informal. Bring the whole family and we look forward to learning more about you and the concerns our residents have!

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By Chris Lundy BERKELEY – People who want to donate organs or tissue should let family members know of their wishes, said a volunteer for the New Jersey Sharing Network.

Registering to donate is important, but more important is talking to your family and letting them know your wishes, said Jo Facciolli, a tissue recipient who volunteers with the New Jersey Sharing Network.

She is also a member of the Woman’s Club of Lacey, a group of 140 people who live

throughout the county, not just Lacey. These groups are working to drive home the significance of organ and tissue donation throughout the region.

She received a proclamation at the most recent Township Council meeting to recognize April as National Donate Life Month.

“One organ donor can save eight lives and one tissue donor can restore health to over 75 others,” stated the resolution read at the meeting.

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3rd Annual Family Fun Day & Concert BAYVILLE – It is that time of year again and we have a great event planned. Emiliana’s Hope presents their 3rd Annual Family Fun Day and Concert on May 19 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Veterans Park.

Admission is free. All proceeds go towards pediatric cancer families in our area.

We have fun planned for the whole family from inflatables, hamster balls, sumo wrestling, arts

and crafts, sports, local mascots and much more.

There is an amazing lineup of music where you can bring your chairs and listen all day, enjoy the sun and visit the beer garden from Backwards Flag.

Bands include: The Shanty’s: 11-11:45 a.m.

P.J. Farley: 12-12:45 p.m. Slap Happy: 1-1:45 p.m. Skinny Amigo: 2-2:45 p.m. Revolution Rewind: 3-4 p.m.

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Yoga At Mayo Park Center

BEACHWOOD – Join us for Yoga at the Mayo Park Center/Beachwood Beach on Wednesday evenings at 7:30 p.m. from May 9 to August 1. As weather permits, Yoga will be moved to Beachwood Beach.

Session fee is $45 for 12 classes. Classes begin promptly at 7:30 p.m. Registration is required.

Volunteers Needed

PINE BEACH – The Pine Beach annual beach clean-up is scheduled for May 5, with a rain date of May 12, meeting at 9 a.m. at the Borough Hall.

Volunteers are asked to please bring gloves and rakes. Plastic bags will be supplied, and there will be a dumpster at the beach.

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TOMS RIVER – SUEZ recently announced that it is scheduled to begin Spring water main and fire hydrant cleaning through select sections of its service territory within the Township of Toms River, Borough of South Toms River and the Township of Berkeley beginning on or about Tuesday, April 17, 2018, weather permitting. SUEZ crews are scheduled to work Monday through Friday from approximately 8:30 a.m. through 4:30 p.m. for the duration of the project.

“The company’s uni-directional hydrant maintenance process our technicians will use identifies the general sequence of water pipes to be flushed, the specific order of valve operations, and the estimated duration of each flushing cycle,” said Jim Mastrokalos, Director of Operations.

Mastrokalos said that the areas to be flushed this Spring are limited to the south pressure zones of SUEZ’ service territory which are primarily the areas east of the Garden State Parkway and south of Route 37 which extends through South Toms River and portions of the Township of Berkeley including the Holiday

City and Silver Ridge areas. The north pressure zone, Located west of the Garden State Parkway, is expected to be flushed later in the year.

“This process is a more efficient way of cleaning water mains and hydrants, using approximately 40 percent less water than conventional flushing,” Mastrokalos said.

“Removing sediment buildup from the winter months in hydrants and the water mains sustains high quality drinking water, improves carrying capacity within the pipes, and ensures reliable use for fire protection,” he added.

During these operations, customers may experience temporary incidences of low pressure or volume and slight discoloration or cloudiness of tap water. It is best to shut the water off then check clarity by running cold tap water for a few minutes, which allows new water to work its way through the pipes.

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Learn About The Amazing Honeybee

TOMS RIVER– Join David Elkner from the South Jersey Beekeepers Association to learn the benefits and importance of beekeeping at five branches of the Ocean County Library.

Learn about hive components, parts, equipment, the frames of honey, plus why the honeybee needs to be protected.

This free program for ages 12 and up will be held at the following locations: • 7 p.m. Monday, May 7, Beachwood Branch,

126 Beachwood Blvd. 732-244-4573.

• 6:30 p.m. Wednesday May 9, Barnegat Branch, 112 Burr St., 609-698-3331.

• 6:30 p.m. Monday May 14, Tuckerton Branch, 380 Bay Ave., 609-296-1470.

• 6:30 p.m. Monday May 21, Waretown Branch, 112 Main St., 609-693-5133.

• 6:30 p.m. Monday, June 18, Island Heights Branch, 121 Central Ave., 732-270-6266.

Registration is required. To register, call the branch or visit theoceancountylibrary.org.

Historical Society To Host Lecture On Hindenburg at Ocean County Library BEACHWOOD – The Naval Lakehurst Historical Society from the Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, will present a slide show and lecture on the Hindenburg disaster at 1 p.m. Thursday, May 10 at the Beachwood Library, 126 Beachwood Blvd.

View artifacts from the famous airship disaster following the lecture. There will also be a question and answer period held.

Registration is requested. To register call 732-244-4573 or visit theoceancounty library.org.

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Ocean County Towns To Receive Recycling Revenue

By Kimberly Bosco TOMS RIVER – It was recently announced that Ocean County will be distributing nearly $150,000 to towns throughout the county as a part of the Recycling Revenue Sharing Program.

“This is the amount of revenue we are sharing from the last six months of 2017,” said Ocean County Freeholder Director Gerry P. Little, who serves as liaison to the County’s recycling program.

The $150,000 revenue is from the second half of 2017. Municipalities collected 41,721 tons of recyclables during this time.

However, the County is seeing a decline in the amount of money that markets are paying for recycling materials, Little added.

Recycling was generating nearly $26 a ton seven years ago. Now, as of the second half of 2017, it is only generating approximately $3.58 per ton.

“I am pleased we can still distribute the revenue to our municipalities,” he said.

“Recycling in Ocean County continues to be an important component of our solid waste management plan providing a host of environmental and economic benefits.

The County’s recycling efforts also saved municipalities approximately $3 million collectively in tipping fees throughout the second half of 2017, which is a substantial savings for the taxpayers, Little said.

Since the Recycling Revenue Sharing program began in 1995, the County has returned over $16 million to the towns, according to Freeholder Deputy Director John C. Bartlett Jr. This amount is based on the amount of recyclables collected and brought to the County, as well as the price per item in the current market, Bartlett added.

“These prices change all the time because of supply and demand in the marketplace,” Little said. “The trend for recycling materials is however trending downward.”

“We are watching this trend closely to determine if any future adjustments will have to be made to our recycling program,” Little said.

According to Ernest Kuhlwein, Ocean County’s Director of Solid Waste Management, the markets for recyclables have taken a downward turn now that China is no longer accepting as much of the material it once had. Due to China’s reduced demand, a backlog of materials has been created.

“China was a big consumer of our paper,” Kuhlwein said. “But now, it is recycling more of its own material reducing the demand for America’s recyclable materials.

Kuhlwein added that this looks like the way of the future.

“Recycling remains a key program in Ocean County allowing us to save precious landfill space and natural resources,” Little said.

Ocean County does not charge for accepting municipal recyclables.

Towns can use the revenue sharing money whoever they need to, but many still invest it back into the recycling program.

The towns receiving recycling revenue include: • Barnegat Township, $5,032 • Barnegat Light, $571 • Bay Head, $466 • Beach Haven, $1,972 • Beachwood, $1,623 • Berkeley Township, $7,830 • Brick Township, $16,249 • Eagleswood Township, $343 • Harvey Cedars, $537

• Island Heights, $472 • Jackson Township, $9,047 • Lacey Township, $7,004 • Lakehurst, $436 • Lakewood Township, $25,373 • Lavallette, $1,232 • Little Egg Harbor Township, $5,521 • Long Beach Township, $4,063 • Manchester Township, $5,344

• Mantoloking, $205 • Ocean Township, $1,661 • Ocean Gate, $432 • Pine Beach, $416 • Plumsted Township, $600 • Point Pleasant Beach, $1,866 • Point Pleasant Borough, $4,956 • Seaside Heights, $1,203 • Seaside Park, $1,097

• Ship Bottom, $1,378 • South Toms River, $541 • Stafford Township, $12,231 • Surf City, $1,294 • Toms River Township, $27,114 • Tuckerton, $1,239 The townships of Brick, Jackson, Lakewood, Stafford, and Toms River are receiving the largest portions of recycling revenue.

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Most hearing aid batteries are of the zinc-air type, which means they use air from outside the battery to react with the main chemical (zinc) inside the battery to generate energy. Zinc-air batteries are not activated until the tab is removed from the top of the cell, allowing air to travel inside the battery. Once the tab has been removed, the battery begins to work (but sometimes it can take a couple of minutes to do so). If the tab is replaced, the battery life will not be prolonged. Zinc-air batteries have an impressive shelf life of up to three years when stored in a cool, dry place. Do not store your batteries in your refrigerator since moisture can affect zinc-air batteries.

Hearing aid batteries are categorized by the size and color-code used on the packaging. Both size and color-code are standardized within the hearing aid industry. The five sizes and color codes

are as follows: Size Color 5 Red 10 Yellow 13 Orange 312 Brown 675 Blue The size of a battery is an indication of its stored capacity and, ultimately, its service life.

The smaller the battery, the shorter its battery life. Because many consumers prefer small hearing instruments, batteries must also be small and are limited in providing the long use-period that is common to many other battery-powered products on the market. In general, batteries last from five days up to five weeks, with the smaller batteries having limited battery life.

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By Kimberly Bosco OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Health Department (OCHD) will be hosting a Community Job Fair on May 17, 2018 from 4-7 p.m. at the department’s main campus, 175 Sunset Ave. in Toms River.

The public is invited to attend to learn more about Department services and job opportunities. There will be representatives from all divisions of the OCHD present to answer any questions you may have. If you are looking for a job, you can fi nd more information inside the Department as well.

“The Ocean County Health Department has consistently served the residents of Ocean County well; through a myriad of services ranging from the provision of annual flu shots, with over 185 clinics this year alone, to providing shelters for dogs and cats up for adoption in both the northern and southern parts of the County,” said Freeholder Director and Board of Health Liaison Gerry P. Little.

Little noted that thousands of Ocean County residents are served by the OCHD and its programs. “I encourage our residents to stop by the Department on May

17th to fi nd out more of what the Department offers, including potential employment for qualified candidates.”

“We have a vibrant and exceptional workforce committed to providing services to the residents of our county to improve public health every day. We are pleased to offer this job fair to showcase the many services we provide and to attract potential future employees to join us in our mission to improve public health,” said Daniel E. Regenye, Public Health Coordinator for the Ocean County Health Department.

“The job fair will serve as a unique opportunity to both engage the public on the many services offered through the Department, while, hopefully, serving as a catalyst for recruitment for positions which may be available now and in the future for community members seeking employment at a mission driven agency centered on the improvement of public health. The public is invited to attend at the main campus, Toms River, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 17th,” added Brian E. Rumpf, Esq., Director of Administration and Program Development for the Ocean County Health Department.

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About Eyes. Contrary to popular belief, some people can keep their eyes open when they sneeze! Also, green is the rarest eye color to have.

About that Trick Knee. Some of you have a trick knee (or shoulder) that can predict weather. Basically, you can tell when bad weather or a storm is coming with one off our bum joints. As the barometric or atmospheric pressure drops (before a storm), tissues in joints expand a little bit, and your knee or shoulder may feel it and alert you by experiencing pain.

About Spinach. Some nutritionists still recommend spinach for people who have iron-deficiency anemia due to the iron content. Even Popeye made it famous for building up muscles. But the fact is that the iron content isn’t as high as you were told. It was mistakenly reported as 35 grams instead of 3.5 grams per serving, due to a printing error where the decimal point got moved. The chemist made a mistake in 1870 and it’s still being perpetuated.

About #2. Pushing out waste in the wee hours of the morning doesn’t happen because we have sophisticated neurons in our gut that follow our 24 hour circadian rhythm. The bladder however, is only so big, and you might not be able to hold urine for 6 hours while you’re sleeping.

About Burping. Also termed eructation, this is just your body expelling gas through your mouth. Most people burp between 8 and 20 times a day. It’s not

objectionable to burp out loud after eating a meal in certain parts of China, India and a small island in the Middle East.

About Amnesia. This occasionally happens after mind-blowing sex, and luckily it’s temporary. People can lose their immediate memories. It’s clinically termed “Transient Global Amnesia” and it can also occur after strenuous activity like vigorously exercising, jumping into hot water or a brain injury.

About Hair. The color grey is a neutral tone between black and white and it really just appears due to the absence of color in the hair shaft. While it’s not a hard-fast rule, blondes have more hair on their heads than redheads, however each hair shaft is thinner in diameter. Redheads on the other hand, tend to have thicker hair shafts and less hair. Hair grows faster when you sleep.

About Your Tongue. Like that unique fingerprint, you also have your own tongue print. The average tongue has thousands of taste buds.

About Your Ticker. A human heart will beat about 2.5 billion times in an average lifetime. By the way a football weighs just slightly more than your heart.

About Kissing. It lowers cortisol which is a stress hormone known to inflame the body. So kissing is a natural anti-inflammatory. And get this, while I wouldn’t call it romantic, it’s still interesting… the longest kiss on record goes to a Thai couple who locked lips for a 58 hours and 35 minutes! Eeew.

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The event took place at 11 a.m., May 2 in front of the Ocean County Courthouse, 118 Washington St. The planting of the Tulip Poplar tree is in partnership with a nation-wide memorial tree program by the Saving Hallowed Ground organization.

This Tulip Poplar tree will be a lasting memorial to the Ocean County residents who fought during World War I and especially those that made the ultimate sacrifice during this conf lict, according to Ocean County Freeholder Deputy Director John C. Bartlett Jr., who serves as liaison to the Ocean County Shade Tree Commission.

The popular tree was one of several trees planted as part of a national effort after the war to remember those who served during the war.

“A Tulip Poplar tree was a beautiful feat ure on the Cour thouse lawn for many years prior to being taken down because of age,” said Bartlett. “We look forward to having this new tree take root on the grounds of the Courthouse as a reminder of the sacrifices made in The Great War.” The tree also was planted in conjunction with Arbor Day. The event included music performed by the Libby Prison

Minst rels, and st udents f rom Toms River High School South and South Toms River Elementary School were in attendance. Barry L. Johnson, Chairman of the Saving Hallowed Ground Board of Directors, spoke and lead the unfolding of the Garrison f lag.

“Out of the County’s 1920 population of 22,155 residents, 2,433 Ocean County men served in the Great War, and 75 made the ultimate sacrifice,” said Bartlett, “This tree will stand in dedication to those who served our nation.”

The Saving Hallowed Ground’s memorial tree program is part of their efforts to commemorate the World War I Centennial. The goal is to plant trees across the country to serve as living reminders of the soldiers and citizens who served on both small and large scales across the country and around the world during World War I. Throughout history and literature, trees have appeared to be a common symbol for life. Arbor Day is an annual observance that celebrates the roles of trees in our lives and promotes tree planting and care.

“This is a great opportunity for residents to understand the significance World War I had in Ocean County,” said Ocean County Freeholder Director Gerry P. Little, who serves as liaison to the Veterans Services Bureau. “It also reminds residents that trees not only beautify our County, but they are also a vital part of our environment.”

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A Wrongful Death action is a statutory cause of action that permits recovery of pecuniary losses for the death of a family member. (N.J.S.A. 2A:31-1). This statute does not permit recovery for emotional distress, pain and suffering and other types of non-pecuniary losses. However, non-pecuniary losses may be recovered under New Jersey’s Survival Act which we will address in next month’s publication. The Wrongful Death Act benefits the heirs of the deceased while the Survival Act provides a remedy to a decedent’s executor or administrator.

The Wrongful Death statute does not go into very much detail when it comes to defining the types of pecuniary damages that are recoverable when a family member is killed due to the negligence of another. Fortunately, our Courts have been fairly creative defining the types of damages recoverable in a Wrongful Death action since the statute does not go into much detail in defining pecuniary loss. Wrongful Death claims seek to recover compensation for the value of pecuniary damages such as loss of household services, loss of companionship, advice, guidance, counsel and loss of earning capacity.

Only attorneys with a firm grasp of the law will routinely recover maximum pecuniary compensation for their clients.

Pecuniary losses under the Wrongful Death Act are recoverable only by the decedent’s next of kin-heirs at law. Recovery of pecuniary loss does not become a part of the decedent’s estate. In fact the statute specifically

states that “the amount recovered in proceedings under this chapter Michael J. Deem shall be for the exclusive benefit of the persons entitled to take any intestate personal property of the decedent...” Therefore, the first step is to determine the class of people entitled to take under the intestacy laws of New Jersey. (See N.J.S.A. 3B:5-3 and N.J.S.A.3B:5-4). Once the heirs have been identified, the next step is to determine which heirs were “dependent” on the decedent at the time of his/her death.

In fact the Act states that “if any person so entitled... were dependent on the decedent at his death, they shall take the same as though they were the sole persons so entitled, in such proportions as shall be determined by the court...” What this means is that it may not be enough that you are a legal heir under the intestacy statute, because any heir that was also dependent on the decedent at the time of his death will take as though they were the sole person entitled and to the exclusion of all other identified heirs who were not dependent.

Dependency must be actual and not merely legal. Pecuniary damages may not be implied from the relationship with the decedent. Although it may be partial it must be of a substantial degree. For example, occasional gifts made by a parent to a child, without more, does not establish dependency. In essence, your level of dependency may entitle you to greater percentage of the recovery than the next dependent heir.

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On Saturday, June 9 through Sunday, June 10, festival goers can look forward to sampling wines from a nice variety of award-winning Garden State wineries. In addition to wine tastings, there will also be live entertainment, as well as crafters, retail vendors and food vendors.

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The Pines offers an open door policy and Senior Leadership is always available and visible to our employees every day. Rate of pay starts at $9/hr. Apply in Person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org (23) CNA/CHHA - The Pines is looking for experienced CNA’s/CHHA’s to provide excellence in care to our residents on our Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing units. If you are looking for an environment that rewards excellence, provides a fun work environment you should look no further! 7-3 PT (9 days a week and E/O w/e) – Skilled Nursing. 3-11 FT C N A(E/O weekend) 2 positions – Skilled Nursing. If possess excellent skills to provide care to dementia resident, come be part pf our NEW INNOVATIVE approach to service our residents with all levels of Dementia. 7-3 FTCHHA/C N A (e/o weekend) 3 positions – Assisted Living. 3-11 PT CHHA (e/o weekend) 1 Position – Assisted Living. Special weekend rates available for weekend commitment positions.Weekend commitment positions on all 3-11/11-7 shifts in both communities. Weekend program requires a commitment of 4 weekend shifts per month. Full Time positions offer competitive rate (based on experience), and excellent benefits including health, dental, life, Paid Time Off and 401(K) with generous match after 1 year. Apply in Person to: The Pines , 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org (23) Barber Wanted - PT/FT. Call Victor 732-270-6464.

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Budget:

Continued From Page 5 do with two factors: property values and enrollment, business administrator Kevin O’Shea said. Berkeley’s equalized ratables went up 2.5 percent, while Island Heights increased 5.2 percent. This is why those two towns saw increases, while the other towns saw decreases.

O’Shea pointed out that the tax levy has increased by 1.97 percent over the course of the last three budget years, while enrollment has increased by 2.97 percent.

“If our projections for next year are correct, our enrollment will have increased by nearly 200 students within 3 years,” he said. “In order to maintain a good educational structure and maintain our ideal class sizes, we felt it was imperative to put additional teaching positions into the budget as well. This budget addresses our rising enrollment in a way that will benefit everyone.”

The enrollment was 1,982.5 in 2011-2012 (The .5 denotes part time students, like those who go to the vocational school).

Enrollment dipped to 1,919.5 in 2013-2014, but is projected to be 2,153.5 next year. The increases are due to development in town.

Seven additional teachers are allotted for next year.

All current programs will be maintained, said Superintendent Triantafillos Parlapanides.

The district is still on track to be debt free in 2021, he said. “A lot of schools are debt free and look awful,” he said. Central has been using other funds, such as the School Choice Aid, to help with renovations, security upgrades (like another police officer) and prevent a referendum. Half a million dollars of School Choice Aid would be going toward direct property tax relief.

There will be projects done to replace stadium lighting, that is three decades old, and to improve the high school auditorium, he said.

Money has come in from other sources, such as advertising on school buses, an ATM machine, and an additional cell company renting space, he said.

District officials wrote a bill that would allow public schools to have international students for four years, so they would be better able to compete with private schools for the tuition money that comes in from international students, he said.

The United States Department of Defense scored their Junior ROTC program at 95 percent, which gives them the ability to recommend students for military academies.

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Seasonal Scientists – Stupendous Spring

BEACHWOOD – As winter’s chill gives way to spring, snow melt and warm rains feed tiny green buds as they begin their long journey from the soil to the sky, always facing toward the sun. Animals and insects that have spent the long winter below the blanket of snow begin to emerge, ready to feed and fatten.

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Micromedia Announces New Vice President & Chief Operating Officer

LAKEHURST – Micromedia Publications, Inc., the company behind seven local weekly newspapers and the news website Jersey Shore Online, has announced the promotion of Jason Allentoff to Vice President and Chief Operating Officer.

In his newly elevated role, Allentoff will oversee the day-to-day operations of the organization, manage the production, news and sales staff and continue to ensure the company remains a leader in fair, balanced and accurate local news and a viable vehicle for businesses of all sizes to advertise.

Company President, Publisher and founder Stewart Swann says “since joining our organization, Jason has utilized his innumerable skills and almost limitless energy to keep our company’s print and online offerings relevant both today and well into the future. Through his oversight, our news content has become the standard of excellence in the communities we serve, which is to be found in our seven weekly newspapers and on multiple online platforms. This, of course is of great benefit to both our readers and advertisers. With his knowledge of evolving technology, Jason will be able to successfully guide our company and its offerings for many years to come.”

Prior to this role, Allentoff served as General Manager and Editor-In-Chief. While in this capacity, he was instrumental at bringing Micromedia into cyberspace with the development of a hyperlocal news website and social media pages.

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Prior to joining Micromedia, Allentoff worked as a radio news anchor/reporter for the Townsquare News Network with his home base at 92.7 WOBM-FM in Ocean County. He covered a variety of major stories including Superstorm Sandy. Allentoff was also part of the daily news rotation on the flagship station, New Jersey 101.5, filing Ocean, Monmouth and Middlesex County news reports.

Allentoff holds an Associate’s Degree in Television Production from Brookdale Community College as well as a Bachelor’s Degree in Radio, Journalism & Television Broadcasting from Monmouth University.

Allentoff lives in Ocean County and is married with two children.

2018 BSA Emergency Services Career Day & Awareness Expo

WARETOWN – Come out to the Ocean County Fire and EMS Training Center, 200 Volunteer Way, for the 2018 BSA Emergency Services Career Day and Awareness Expo on May 19 from 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. This event is open to the public and all who attend!

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–Photos by Chris Lundy BERKELEY – A variety of different artwork was on display at Central Regional High School. The students worked in various mediums and materials, including painting, illustration, sculpture, woodworking, printmaking, digital media, and computer aided design.

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OCVTS To Host Career Expo

By Kimberly Bosco BRICK – Are you a high school graduate or soon-to-be graduate? Join the Ocean County Vocational Technical School for a Career Expo on May 12 at the OCVTS Brick Center, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Here, you can learn more about what OCVTS has to offer for you after high school. OCVTS programs will help you build skills and gain real-world experience to start your new career!

OCVTS provides affordable and accelerated one-year training programs in in Culinary Arts, Cosmetology, Automotive Technology, New Home Construction, Certified Medical Assisting and Practical Nursing. Each program provides unique

hands-on, full-time learning opportunities for students.

Get excited about your future at the OCVTS Career Expo! You will even have a chance to speak with instructors and other OCVTS students about the programs and see first-hand demonstrations of what students do in these programs.

Financial aid and admissions representatives will also be on hand to answer any questions you may have and assist with registration. These programs are eligible for Federal Financial Aid, Veterans Education Benefits and Unemployment Retraining Benefits.

For more information, visit ocvts.org or call 732-473-3100 ext. 3144 or ext. 3157.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of May 5 - May 11

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (Mar 21-Apr. 19): Know when

to hold ‘em, know when to fold ‘em. Your best bet for success is to play it safe and not to take any unnecessary chances. It may be best to follow the lead of someone with more experience or enthusiasm this week.

TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20): Be compassionate. It may seem like no great task to take pity on someone in need, but karma will be repaid in kind. Purchasing an attractive item this week may hold some long-lasting aesthetic value.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Grab hold of the reins. A loved one may have more enthusiasm than common sense, so it falls to you to steer them in the right direction. Think of the consequences before letting a wandering eye get the best of you.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Don’t force the issue. The end result may be lackluster if your heart isn’t in it, so put off new projects and initiatives until the middle of the week. Check the numbers carefully as a financial situation may not be in your favor.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Maintain the courage of your conviction. Don’t allow your opinions to be changed simply because it makes other people feel better. Unless there is concrete evidence to the contrary, stick with what you believe this week.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Let simple logic be your guide. Deductive reasoning can be the key to solving difficult problems this week even when others question your methods. A loved one may try to read between the lines when there is nothing to be read.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22.): We are what

we are. You may be the only one who notices your minor flaws and imperfections, but you’ll certainly get attention if you try to conceal them. Don’t hold yourself to higher standards than others this week.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You may have to give a little to get a little. There may be no alternative to getting your way other than making a minor sacrifice. In the upcoming week, the ends may truly justify the means.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Take things seriously. It may be a temptation to make light of a situation, but in the week ahead others may not appreciate the humor. Debating opposing viewpoints right now may not be appropriate.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Accidents happen. Focus on picking up the pieces after a minor disaster rather than trying to assign blame this week. Nothing will be gained from being negative. You can easily discern what is tasteful and what is junk.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Don’t restrict yourself with limits. Resolve to accomplish whatever you set out to do and the possibilities will become endless in the week ahead. Sharing your thoughts with a loved one may yield pleasant results.

PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20): Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. If you are willing to overlook someone’s faults and shortcomings, they’ll do the same for you. Focus on a distinct direction in the week ahead and you can realize a tangible goal.

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Raise The Steaks: Master An Elegant Dinner In No Time

By Wolfgang Puck

With the help of natural talent, education, experience and lots and lots of repetition, a pro in any pursuit can almost always make whatever he or she does look easy. Whether it’s an artist painting a beautiful landscape, a golfer sinking a long putt, a screen star bringing tears to your eyes or a chef cooking a delicious meal, all such experts have achieved what can only be described as mastery.

But the results of mastery don’t always have to come about through hard labor.

In restaurant kitchens, there are many techniques that chefs use every day to achieve dazzling professional results with incredible ease. Today I’d like to share a pair of my favorites: the perfect way to cook steaks on the stovetop, and a simple technique for producing a delicious sauce in a matter of minutes.

The secret to preparing perfect steaks is to sear them relatively quickly over high heat, which forms a flavorful crust on their surface while cooking their interiors to the proper medium-rare degree of doneness that most meat-lovers prefer. (For steaks cooked to medium or well-done, you can reduce the heat slightly so the outsides won’t burn and then cook for a few minutes longer.)

Those effects of intense heat are among the reasons why steaks cooked on a grill taste so good. On the stovetop, however, you can achieve that same intensity by using a good, heavy cast-iron skillet, or a stainless-steel saute pan with a thick, three-layer (tri-ply) bottom that conducts heat well.

A wonderful byproduct of cooking in such a skillet pan is that, during cooking, some of the juices from the meat also caramelize on the bottom, forming a delicious glaze. That’s where the second pro chef’s secret, deglazing, comes into play.

If you add a flavorful liquid to the hot pan and then stir and scrape with a wooden spoon to dissolve the glaze, you’ll have the foundation of a delicious sauce, to which you can then add seasonings and, if you like, enrichments such as butter or cream.

Following these guidelines, any home cook can prepare a recipe like my panseared beef filets with port-Dijon-cream sauce in less than half an hour, start to fi nish. And you can use the same recipe with other protein choices like boneless, skinless chicken breasts (turning the heat down a bit to cook them all the way through) or lamb chops.

Such a simply elegant dish calls for equally simple yet beautiful accompaniments. I like to serve the steaks with quickly sauteed spinach, carrots or squash, and baked, roasted or mashed potatoes. And when your guests compliment you on your restaurant-quality results, you can honestly, modestly say, “It was easy!”

PAN-SEARED BEEF FILETS WITH PORT-DIJON-CREAM SAUCE Serves 4 4 filets mignons steaks, each about 6 ounces (185 g), trimmed of excess fat Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 cup (125 mL) port wine 1/2 cup (125 mL) heavy cream 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces 1 tablespoon chopped fresh Italian parsley or chives Sprinkle both sides of each steak evenly with salt and pepper to taste.

Over high heat, heat a heavy skillet or saute pan large enough to hold the steaks comfortably. Add the oil and, as soon as you see the slightest wisps of smoke, carefully add the steaks.

Cook the steaks undisturbed for 4 minutes on each side for medium-rare, turning them carefully with tongs. (For well-done steaks, reduce the heat to medium-low and cook for a few minutes more on each side.) When done, transfer the steaks to a heated platter and cover with aluminum foil to keep them warm while you make the sauce.

Carefully pour off excess fat from the skillet and return the skillet to high heat.

Add the port, and scrape with a wooden spoon to deglaze the pan deposits. Turn down the heat so that the liquid in the skillet isn’t boiling, and then stir in the cream. Simmer the mixture briskly until it is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, 3 to 4 minutes longer. Whisk in the mustard and, a piece at a time, the butter. Adjust the seasoning to taste, if necessary, with a little salt and pepper.

Transfer the steaks to individual heated serving plates. Stir the juices that have collected on the platter into the sauce.

Spoon the sauce over and around the steaks, garnish with parsley or chives, and 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) © 2018 TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES, INC.

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