2018-05-05 - The Jackson Times

Vol. 15 - No. 49

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Ballot Question Would Add Security Officers To Schools

By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – A measure calling for voter approval to hire six new security officers in the school district was discussed during a recent school board meeting which included a public hearing on the board’s $153,850,585 spending plan.

The hearing was held in the in the Fine Arts Center at Jackson Memorial High School. Audience members listened to Superintendent Dr. Stephen Genco outline the budget and the additional security force being considered. No one approached the podium to offer comments or questions about the budget or security plan following its presentation and public comment period.

Genco said that while he did not wish to see Jackson’s schools become a fortress “we’re also trying not to ignore what’s happening in society.”

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–Photos by Bob Vosseller Jackson Board of Education members take part in a public budget hearing at the Jackson Memorial High School Fine Arts Center.

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Jackson Mayor Adds Additional Chaplains to Township Service

By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – In times of stress, such as a sudden loss or a particularly difficult crisis, the services of a chaplain can be of great value.

With that thought in mind, the township mayor’s office has appointed individuals to serve as chaplains for the township.

During a recent Township Council meeting, Mayor Michael Reina announced the appointment of eight chaplains for the year, commencing immediately and ending on Dec. 31.

The chaplains include Reverend Dan Schafer, Calvary Assembly of God/Jackson Police Chaplain, Rabbi Jan Rosenberg, Beth Zion Messianic Synagogue, Reverend John Bambrick, St. Aloysius Roman Catholic Church, Reverend Joe Tiedemann, (Chaplains - See Page 4)

Elder Law Attorney Novy Indicted For Fraud

By Jennifer Peacock OCEAN COUNTY – 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 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 10-20 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 agencies, including the Division of Criminal Justice (Fraud - See Page 4)

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Ballot:

Continued From Page 1 Jackson currently has two school resource officers - Jackson police officers who are armed while on duty.

The Board voted to have a special question on the November Ballot to add school security officers which would be at a cost of $411,611 and would add six full-time security officers to provide full coverage of all schools. Approval of these funds would result in a permanent increase to the tax levy.

“It has been the policy for many years to look at security needs,” Genco said, adding that in the wake of the recent Parkland school shooting in Florida, that focus has been intensified by all school districts across the country.

“We will find a nice balance at knowing our schools are safe,” Genco said.

Not all of the six new officers would be armed but Genco referenced that he has met with Jackson Township police and Mayor Michael Reina.

Reina said, following a Township Council meeting, that the school district’s plan involved the township police who would provide any firearm training required. He said any costs

from the district plan would not impact the township’s own budget which was adopted that evening.

The school budget, which was introduced on March 20, also includes the last phase of the district’s plan to install security vestibules at each school.

Genco stressed that the administration has the option of having armed and unarmed security.

“It is unfortunate we have to talk about this, but it is the world we live in. We are looking to cover our buildings in a responsible manner.”

Taxpayers will see an increase in this year’s school board budget which Genco said required some scale back on improvement projects that had been looked at earlier in the year. Tier One projects include a concrete pad at the maintenance building at a cost of $25,000 and three Jackson Memorial High School security vestibules at $45,000.

Scrapped was a $105,000 asphalt paving project (a student access road) plus a $25,000 flooring project and a $22,000 prep and painting gymnasium project all at the Jackson Memorial High School. Other projects pulled from the Tier One list included resurfacing of tennis courts and an electrical upgrade of switchgear at Jackson Memorial High School

which would have had a combined cost of $425,000. A $20,000 guardrail installation at the solar field at Jackson Liberty High School was also removed from the list.

The tentative budget will support the district’s curriculum and safety projects, but limits investments in other areas in the face of rising costs. The spending plan is up a total of 1.77 percent from the previous school budget. The general fund tax levy is increasing by 3.13 percent, or $2,547,602.

By law, districts can’t increase the levy by more than 2 percent. They call this the 2 percent cap. In this case, the district is utilizing a state-permitted cap waiver. This is allowed because it is facing healthcare costs that exceed the state limits to increase the general fund tax levy beyond the normal 2 percent cap.

The total school tax rate under this tentative budget is $1.33 per $100 of assessed home value, which is an increase of 2 cents per $100 from the previous year’s budget. It will cost the average homeowner approximately $92 more per year in school taxes, based on the average home assessment of $327,046 as provided by the tax assessor’s office.

The district will offset costs for taxpayers through a $486,500 increase in state aid - which

at a less than a one percent increase is still the biggest state aid increase the district has seen in six years. The district is also returning $378,504 in unused funds from an old bond question to bring down the district’s debt service tax levy.

Genco stressed that the administration was being particularly protective of its curriculum plan in the development of this budget. The budget includes investments in the district’s math curriculum in grades 6-12, as well as district wide programs in media, technology and business.

The budget also supports programs related to responsive classroom training, which according to a PowerPoint presentation “provides practical strategies to emphasize social, emotional and academic growth in a strong, safe school community.” The district will be changing its curriculum in algebra, algebra 2 and geometry to incorporate more problem-based applications Other plans include additional maintenance and investments in the district’s technology infrastructure including interactive boards in special education classrooms.

The budget also noted the loss of 14 positions, most being on elementary school levels which will be covered through attrition and retirements.

Jackson Police Tip Line JACKSON – The Jackson Police Department has established a Confidential Tip Line to receive crime or suspicious activity information from concerned citizens: 732-833-3032.

The Tip Line will be answered by a voice mail system and reviewed by a detective. All contact information will be kept confidential and you will receive a return call if requested. You may also leave crime or suspicious activity information anonymously.

Please remember, this tip line should not be used for crimes in progress or emergencies that require an immediate response. If you have an emergency please dial 9-1-1. Any non-emergency calls dial 732-928-1111.

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Fraud:

Continued From Page 1 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

Chaplains:

Continued From Page 1 Jackson United Methodist Church, Chaplains Israel Bursztyn and Yaakov Wenger, both of Lakewood and members of the NJ Chaplains Association, Rabbi Schmuel Naparstek, Chabad of Jackson and Rabbi Mordechai Burnstein of Kehal d’Brookwood.

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.

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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.

Previously, one chaplain served the spiritual needs of the township, primarily the township’s police department. These additional chaplains come at a time when the community is seeing additional religious diversity to its growing population.

Councilman Barry Calogero congratulated the newly appointed chaplains saying “spirituality is key” to certain situations where comfort is

required. He cited an example involving the loss of a young child and how such comfort saved the life of the mother who was grieving the loss.

“All of them will do great work in the community. It is so important. I wish to thank them for being part of it,” Councilman Scott Martin said.

“I know so much of what they do,” Councilwoman Ann M. Updegrave said. “There are times in life when our neighbors need extra support.”

Vice Council President Rob Nixon said “religious guidance in our community is important to help the body and soul and they service these needs. We are blessed to have their participation in this.”

Council President Kenneth Bressi referenced the military history of chaplains in the armed services.

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Chaplains:

Continued From Page 4 Military branches of the government each have a Chaplain Corps. The Chaplains Corps of the United States Army, for example, consists of ordained clergy of multiple faiths who are commissioned Army officers. They serve as military chaplains as well as enlisted soldiers who serve as assistants. Their purpose is to offer religious church services, counseling, and moral support to the armed forces, whether in peacetime or at war.

“Chaplains in the military are different but the needs are the same,” Bressi said.

Prior to the newly announced chaplains the township had one chaplain who is an Assembly of God Pastor from Hightstown who lives in Jackson. Chaplain services are volunteer and receive no compensation.

Rev. Bambrick described his role as a chaplain for the township police department saying the position is one of appointment.

“I did not apply or approach the township.

I was contacted by the Office of the Mayor informing me that I was under consideration to be appointed and asked if I would consent to it. I obviously accepted.

“In the past I have served as a chaplain for the Manalapan Township Police Department and the Monmouth County Police Academy.

While not a chaplain, I have also served the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office,” Bambrick said.

“The role of the chaplain is to help and support the men and women of the police department, to pray for them, guide them spiritually, offer counsel when necessary and to assist them on difficult police calls when they request assistance,” Bambrick said.

Bambrick said that during a brief conversation with Police Chief Matthew Kunz, “he shared with me that he had requested more chaplains be appointed to better serve the needs of the department and the citizens of Jackson.”

Rabbi Naparstek said “typically, a chaplain serves as an address for the religious needs of the community, especially in time of crisis. I imagine that the appointments made by the mayor are along those lines, though I have not yet received any specific guidelines or details regarding this specific position as chaplain in Jackson. I am more than happy to volunteer my time to any need in the community.

“My past chaplaincy experiences include visits to nursing homes and hospitals and being there for people when they need it most. I was also involved with relief efforts in Seagate, Brooklyn and Long Beach, Long Island, New York after Super-storm Sandy.

Those efforts included helping elderly people empty their wet basements, providing words of encouragement and being a listening ear to those who went through the devastation of the storm,” Naparstek said.

Bambrick said the recent appointments “are well balanced with four Jewish chaplains and four Christian chaplains. The Township has grown and continues to grow and diversify, the recent appointments acknowledge that growth and diversity. While I do not know all the new chaplains, I know most of them and have found them to be fine individuals of good character and willing to work for the common good, something very important to peace and order in society.”

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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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E DITORIAL Make Yourself Heard The people of Jackson face an array of issues – taxes, traffic, the environment, education. Issues that will impact Jackson for years to come. And no doubt you have something to say about them. So what can you do to ensure that your voice gets heard?

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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.”

James Nowacki Brick

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.

The New Jersey Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

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.

Kevin Kennedy Waretown

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SPOTLIGHT ON GOVERNMENT Correspondence & Commentary From Your Local, County, State & Federal Officials From The Desk Of

Congressman

Chris Smith WASHINGTON D.C. Representatives Chris Smith (R-NJ), Peter Roskam (RIL), Nita Lowey (D-NY), Eliot Engel (D-NY), Ileana Ros-Lehtinen (R-FL), Ted Deutch (D-FL), Kay Granger (R-TX), and Marc Veasey (D-TX), the co-Chairs of the Bipartisan Task Force for Combating Anti-Semitism, issued the following joint statement on a recent report

by the Kantor Center for the Study of Contemporary European Jewry at Tel Aviv indicating a sharp increase in anti-Semitism across Europe: “We are gravely concerned by the staggering increase in anti-Semitism across Europe as documented in the recent report by the Kantor Center for the Study of Contemporary European Jewry at Tel Aviv University. It is

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 developing an Opioid Addiction Action Plan that focuses on improving access to substance abuse treatment and providing non-opioid pain management solutions, we can turn

Taskforce Statement on Findings of New Anti-Semitism Report

inexcusable that Jews in Europe are living in fear of violence, harassment, and abuse in 2018 for no reason other than their faith. When widespread anti-Semitism goes unchecked in Europe, the results are heinous, sometimes even deadly, and we must redouble our efforts to reverse the trend of such bigotry.

“We therefore urge our Senate colleagues to pass H.R. 672, the Combating European Anti-Semitism Act, authored by Task Force

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

Co-Chair Rep. Nita Lowey to require the State Department to document the security challenges of European Jewish communities, U.S. partnerships with European law enforcement agencies to counter anti-Semitism, and efforts by European governments to acknowledge, adopt and apply a working definition of anti-Semitism.

“Additionally, attacks on and threats to Jewish communities globally are why it is urgent for the Administration to immediately appoint

a Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Anti-Semitism.

Congress created and required this position through provisions of law authored

by Task Force Co-Chair Rep. Chris Smith to provide a full view of the anti-Semitic challenges for Jewish communities abroad and to lead U.S. efforts to fight anti-Semitism. We call on the State Department to swiftly fill this position.

“We also urge the House t o p a s s H . R . 1 9 11 , t h e Special Envoy to Monitor

Act Would Develop Plan To Fight Opiate Addiction 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

and Combat Anti-Semitism Act, authored by Task Force Co-Chair Rep. Chris Smith to strengthen and elevate the Special Envoy position. The bill requires the position to be elevated to the rank of Ambassador and appointed by the President with the advice and consent of the Senate, report directly to the Secretary of State, be a person of recognized distinction in directly relevant fields, and to be exclusively dedicated to monitoring and combating anti-Semitism.”

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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6th Annual Beef & Beer Fundraiser JACKSON – Join Jackson Station 55 for the 6th Annual Beef and Beer Fundraiser on May 19 from 7-11 p.m. at the Station 55 Firehouse, 113 New Prospect Rd. There will be all you can eat sliced tenderloin beef on French bread, salad, French fries, draft beer or root beer, coffee, tea, and dessert. Also, a DJ, a 50/50 raff le, hot wing challenge, door

prizes, a gift raff le, and more!

All ages are welcome. The cost is $40 per person. Tables of 8-10 can be reserved with advanced ticket purchases.

All proceeds will benefit the Jackson Volunteer Fire Company #1, Station 55.

To purchase tickets or donate, contact our fundraising committee or any STA 55 member. For more information call Chief Timmy Carson at 848-207-0640.

Join Us For A 2018 Job Fair JACKSON – Six Flags Great Adventure & Safari and Hurricane Harbor is hiring for the 2018 season and we are looking for smiling faces to join our team. The world’s largest thrill park has openings for all four seasons in departments like admissions, guest relations, ride operations, aquatics, safari, culinary services, retail, security, internal auditing, market-

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Six Flags Great Adventure offers employment benefits that include free admission, free tickets for friends, employee events and more!

Apply online before attending at sixflagsjobs.com. The job fair will take place on Saturday, May 12 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Employment Center.

ReferenceUSA Business Networking Breakfast JACKSON – The Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Library will host “ReferenceUSA Business Networking Breakfast” from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 30.

Special guest speaker Bill Loges of ReferenceUSA will teach you how to gain a competitive advantage to dominate your

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A light breakfast will be served.

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–Photo courtesy Jackson PD Facebook JACKSON – Several Jackson Police Officers spent time on April 23 attending a training presentation by retired Lt. Col. Dave Grossman as part of the International Conference of Police Chaplains (ICPC) Region 5 Training Seminar, held at America’s Keswick in Whiting, NJ. Lt. Col. Grossman is a retired U.S. Army Ranger, Paratrooper and former Psychology Professor at the United States Military Academy (USMA) at West Point. He is a bestselling author with a book on the Marine Corps Commandant’s Reading List, has testified before the U.S. Senate and U.S. Congress, served as an expert witness and consultant in State and Federal

Courts and as a trainer of mental health professionals who have responded to traumatic incidents.

Among topics covered was a study of violence in society, school safety, officer resiliency when responding to traumatic incidents and post-traumatic stress disorder.

We thank the Police Depar tment’s Chaplain, Rev. Dan Schafer, for making this training available to our officers and supervisors. Police Chaplains assist with critical incident responses, making death notifications and helping officers and victims deal with stress during difficult times along with providing services for funerals, ceremonies and other special events.

Relay For Life

NEW EGYPT – Join New Egypt High School from May 12 at 3 p.m. to May 13 at 5 a.m. for Relay for Life. The theme is “Halloween in May, Scare Cancer Away.” For more information, contact Michael Brady at 732-292-4256. To register, visit relayforlife.org/newegyptnj.

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DC Super Hero Summer

JACKSON – Six Flags Great Adventure has teamed up with Garden State Comic Fest to bring you a fun-filled mini-con from 12 to 7 p.m. on Sunday, May 27.

Help us kick off our Super Hero Summer with comics, collectibles, artists and some of the best DC Comics cosplay around all set with the backdrop of DC Comics-themed roller coasters.

Guests 12 and under are encouraged to come in costume, all dress code guidelines apply.

Don’t miss our special guest appearance: Dean Cain! Dean Cain is an American

actor, best known for his role as Clark Kent/Superman in the popular American television series “Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman.”

Currently, Cain can be seen on the popular “Supergirl” TV series starring Melissa Benoist as ‘Kara Danvers.’..aka Supergirl!

He plays Jeremiah Danvers, her foster dad.

Dean Cain will be on site for photos and autographs during the event. Photos and autographs require an additional fee. He will set aside some time for a panel discussion hosted by Bill Spadea from NJ 101.5 and Chasing News.

Cars & Coasters

JACKSON – Elite Tuner’s biggest show on the East Coast featuring over 1,100 show cars will be taking place at Six Flags Great Adventure on June 3!

Car Show registration is $45. There is a group rate of $40 for 10 or more cars, please call in advance. A Car Show Spectator Ticket Early Bird Special is $15 in advance or $20 the day of show.

Kids 12 and under are admitted to the Car Show for free. Military Car Show

spectators cost $10 at the gate with ID. Guests must show their Elite Tuner ticket to get the parking rate: $5 before 10 a.m. and $10 after 10 a.m. Parking is free for Six Flags Season Pass Holders & Active Membership.

Roll in is from 6 - 10 a.m. All cars must be at the gate before 10 a.m. Same day registration is available until 10 a.m. at $45. Show starts at 10 a.m. ends at 4 p.m.

Public Hearing On The Needs Of Older Adults

JACKSON – A Public Hearing on the Needs of Older Adults in Ocean County, presented by the Ocean County Office of Senior Services, is open to all Ocean County residents 60 and up, Caregivers,

and General Public. The hearing will be Wednesday, May 23 at 10 a.m. at the Jackson Township Senior Center, 45 Don Connor Blvd. Please call 732-929-2091 to confirm your attendance.

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the Jackson Branch on June 13 at 2 p.m.

This is an intermediate-level workshop.

Participants must have mouse, keyboard, Internet skills and an email account.

Registration is required and begins on May 25, 2018.

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PLUMSTED – Plumsted Youth for Nature and the Environment (PYNE) is collecting gently used towels and blankets for local animal hospitals and kennels Local animal hospitals and kennels care for and nurture our pets. Donated blankets and towels will provide comfort and support to the animals. The blankets and towels will be given to Timberlane Kennels in New Egypt, Golden Grange Kennels in Chesterfield, and Columbus Veterinary Hospital in Columbus.

Blankets and towels that are clean and gently used will be accepted. Collection bins are at the following locations: • Plu m s t e d Tow n s h ip Mu n ic ip a l Building: 121 Evergreen Rd. New Egypt • Dr. Gerald H. Woehr Elementary School: 44 N. Main St. New Egypt • Salon Bliss: 413 Route 539, Cream Ridge Gently used towels and blankets will be collected from April 9 to May 25.

Poles & Posters Don’t Mix

JACKSON – Jackson Township reminds all residents that if you are planning to use a sign to publicize any activity, please post it on a stake, not on a utility pole.

Nails, staples or other fasteners used to attach signs to poles can be hazardous to our workers who must climb these poles to repair or maintain our equipment.

In addition, state law prohibits the posting of signs or outdoor advertising on any utility poles.

If you want to advertise your event, get permission from property owners to post your signs on stakes, and check with your local municipality on any regulations your town may have about posting signs.

Bus Trip To Tropicana Casino JACKSON – The Jackson Rotary Club will be sponsoring a bus trip to the Tropicana Casino on Sunday June 24, 2018.

Cost of the trip is $34 which includes bus transportation, sandwich and beverage on the bus, $25 in slot play from the casino and gratuity for the bus driver.

The bus will leave from Brookwood Plaza at 12 p.m. sharp and return to Jackson at 9 p.m.

All the proceeds from this trip will go to our charities which include Men & Wom-

en of our Military, Project Little Soldier (Christmas gifts for children of our deployed overseas military) Alpha School for Special Needs, St. Vincent DePaul Society, Jackson Food Pantry, Ocean of Love (Kids with Cancer), scholarships for Jackson High School Seniors, dictionaries for 3rd grade students, Jackson PBA for Drug Prevention Programs and many more.

Please contact Tom Barchie at 732-2074029 or 732-849-6309 for reservations.

Space is limited so don’t delay.

Food Trucks & Fireworks

JACKSON – Come join us on Saturday, July 7 for our Food Trucks and Fireworks event starting at 3 p.m. and finishing with a spectacular fireworks display at dusk. This event offers free admission, DJ all day, live music by the Sensational Soul Cruisers and Larry Chance & the Earls. Be sure to bring a lawn chair and towel!

For additional information, please contact Recreation at 732-928-1260 or by email at janderson@jacksontwpnj.net.

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Jackson Police Department Monthly Activity JACKSON – During the month of March, the Jackson Police Department answered 9,138 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, 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 March.

• Total calls for service: 9,138 • 9-1-1 calls (total): 1, 104 • 9-1-1 Hang up: 20 • Alarms (burglar/fire/medical/smoke): 220 • Animal Incident: 14 • Arrests (total): 94 • Burglary: 10 • Criminal Mischief: 14 • Disabled Motor Vehicle: 61 • Dispute/Argument/Disturbance: 97 • DWI Arrests: 7 • Erratic Driving: 44 • First Aid: 335 • Harassment: 21 • Juvenile Complaint (non-criminal): 13 • Missing Person: 7 • Motor Vehicle Crash: 147 • Motor Vehicle Stop: 992 • Noise Complaint: 23 • Parking Complaint: 19 • Security Checks: 3,051 • Suspicious Incident/Person/Vehicle: 162 • Theft: 18 • Traffic Enforcement Detail: 153 • Welfare Check/Crisis Intervention: 70

Jackson School District Special Education Department

JACKSON – The Jackson Special Education Advisory Committee will meet on Monday, May 7, 2018 from 6 – 8 p.m. at the Jackson Liberty High School Library.

Presentations: • 6 – 6:30 p.m. - Transition Dialogues – Staff of receiving schools will be available for general dialogue.

• 6:30 – 8 p.m. - Whole Brain Child as presented by: Samantha Coon - Inclusion Facilitator, Preschool & Elementary; Janice Jesberger - Inclusion Facilitator, Secondary; Corrie Skuya - Board Certified Behavior Analyst; and Nicole DiGeronimo - School Psychologist & Crisis Counselor.

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

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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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Technology Classes For Adults In May JACKSON – The Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Library will host a series of technology classes for adults in the month of May. All classes are held on the library’s second floor unless otherwise specified. Class durations may vary.

• “Spotlight On: Windows 10” 2 p.m. Monday, May 7. Become comfortable with the operating system. Attendees may bring their own laptop. This class will be held in the library’s meeting room on the first floor.

• “Introduction to the Internet” 2 p.m. Tuesday, May 8. Learn to find information on the Internet, search a specific company or organization, and browse for a particular topic.

• “Top Notch Resumes I: The Basics” 2 p.m.

Wednesday, May 9. Get tips to present your best resume to potential employers. This class is funded by the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development Career Connections grant.

• “Microsoft Word Basics” 2 p.m. Tuesday, May 15. Learn how to create and format a document, including writing text, changing the size and color of words, printing, and more.

• “Computers 101” 2 p.m. Thursday, May 17.

This class will provide an overview of the mouse, keyboard, files and folders, saving documents, and other concepts for new computer users.

Switlik Elementary Clothing Drive JACKSON – A clothing drive will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday May 12 at the Switlik Elementary School, 75 W Veterans Highway.

Items sought include: all wearable and usable clothing, in well tied plastic bags; accessories such as shoes, belts, pocketbooks, ties, hats, gloves, briefcases and backpacks; linens such as blankets, sheets, pillows, towels; and stuffed animals.

The clothing that is collected is distributed to local thrifts shops and in area in need of clothing. The clothing is not shredded for rags. All clean wearable clothing and shoes are reused by less fortunate people and families. The clothing does not end up in landfills thus helping to keep America green and clean.

Donated items can be dropped off during that time at the school.

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“Navigating the Path to Employment (NJ Career Connections)” 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 29. Take a tour of the NJ Career Connections website. This class is funded by the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce

Development Career Connections grant.

“ReferenceUSA Business Networking Breakfast” 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 30.

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706 Grand Central Ave. Lavallette, NJ 08735 732-793-9000 809 Central Ave. Seaside Park, NJ 08752 732-793-9000 145 St. Catherine Blvd.

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at 12 p.m. at 1059 E Veterans Highway.

A scenic ride and ceremony will be leaving from two locations at 10 a.m.: Jackson Elks, 1059 E Veterans Highway, or Jamesburg Elks, 74 W. Railroad Ave. in Jamesburg.

For more information, call 732-363-4101 or email jacksonelks2744@gmail.com.

JACKSON – The Jackson Elks Lodge #2744 are a charitable organization dedicated to providing support for Children with Special Needs, Veterans, and our community in general. To continue this work we rely on contributions from our neighbors.

To this end we are hosting the 14th Annual Dolores Waldrop Poker Run & BBQ on Saturday, May 20, 2018. Registration

for the run starts at 9 a.m. The BBQ starts at 1 p.m. and will continue until 6 p.m.

Food will include smoked turkey legs, wings, and breast, hamburgers, hot dogs, salads, and beverages. Also, there will be live music!

The cost is $20 per person. All proceeds to benefit the Jackson Elks. Please come out and help us continue to help our community!

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JACKSON – The New Jersey Youth Preparedness Initiative is part of a nationwide movement for teens to learn disaster preparedness. Laura Eppinger, Ocean County 4H/Rutgers Cooperative Extension, will host a Q&A

on this summer’s MyPI Camp at the Jackson Branch on May 29 from 6-7:30 p.m. and accept applications from interested teens, aged 13 – 19.

Parents and guardians are encouraged to attend with their teen. Registration begins May 7.

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Inside The Law New Jersey’s Wrongful Death Law

Robert C. Shea Esq.

By Michael J. Deem. Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates.

The success of a Wrongful Death claim depends not only on the merits of your case, but also your attorney’s knowledge and understanding of New Jersey’s Wrongful Death law. Michael J. Deem, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates has lectured to New Jersey’s Trail Lawyers about handling Wrongful Death claims.

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 Michael J. Deem proceedings under this chapter 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:53 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.

If you or a loved one have any questions about a potential Wrongful Death case please contact Michael J. Deem. Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates.

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Diabetes: Are You At Risk?

JACKSON – About 29.1 million American suffer from diabetes. Learn the signs, symptoms and ways to avoid this preventable disease at the Jackson Library on May 24, 2-3:30 p.m. Join us as Community Health Education team at Monmouth Medical Center, Southern Campus, present ways to self-manage diabetes. Complimentary glucose screening will be provided by a registered nurse. Refreshments provided. Please register.

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2018 CUISINE ON THE GREEN

WINE FESTIVAL SATURDAY & SUNDAY

June 2 & 3, 2018 Noon to 5PM RAIN OR SHINE!

CUISINE ON THE GREEN RESTAURANT 261 Country Club Blvd., Little Egg Harbor Enjoy seven of New Jersey’s wineries; try the culinary delights prepared by culinary students at Ocean County Vocational Technical School; bring a lawn chair and relax to the music of the CrabDaddy Band and Astronaut Jones; shop at the crafter tents...a great way to spend a relaxing day!

Pre-sale tickets $15 until June 1, $20 at the gate Two day tickets $20/$25 at the gate (Designated drivers are free). Order by going to EventBrite https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cuisine-on-thegreen-wine-festival-tickets-41358524460 or by calling Sylvia Allen @ 732 946 2711 or e-mail sylvia@sylviaschildren.org

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JAR Of Hope Stadium Run At FirstEnergy Park LAKEWOOD – Join JAR of Hope (JOH) for a fun filled family event on May 6, 8 a.m.-12 p.m. at FirstEnergy Park! The JAR of Hope Stadium Run is available for all ages & all levels of fitness. Race through fitness stations competitively for time or just enjoy a fun filled atmosphere with your friends and family.

Events include: • Stadium Run with Fitness Stations (3.1-3.5 Miles) – Race for time as you conquer 13 Fitness Stations (Ages 14 & older) • Stadium Run without Fitness Stations (3.1 - 3.5 Miles) - Enjoy a family friendly run or walk in Blue Claw Country.

(All ages, Parental supervision encouraged for ages under 14) • 1 Mile Fitness Run – Take on obstacles & race the mile (Ages 13 and under) • 1 Mile Special Needs – Designed specifically for Special needs participants.

Weave & conquer family fun fitness stations including softball toss, water balloons etc. A Parent or sibling/friend may accompany racers at no additional cost. Course will be wheelchair / stroller accessible and available for all ages.

All proceeds donated to support JOH’s fight against Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. Duchenne is a muscle wasting disease for which there is no cure. Those affected are typically wheel chair bound by their teen years with life expectancy in their 20s.

JAR of Hope was established in 2013 by James & Karen Raffone in an effort to save their son Jamesy’s life and prevent other families from having to endure the pain of losing their children.

Military personnel are invited to register for free. If you would like to register to be a sponsor please contact us at 732-414-6670.

For more information about JAR of Hope, visit jarofhope.org.

Mayor’s Hotline

JACKSON – Mayor Michael Reina has implemented a Mayor’s Hotline, which is available 24 hours a day to record comments, suggestions, or complaints.

Do you want to voice your complaints or suggestions to the Mayor or Township Council but are unable to attend the Township Council Meetings? This hotline was created with that in mind.

“This hotline can be used to call in a variety of issues from complaints such as pot holes, clogged storm drains, etc. to any suggestions or thoughts you may have to better service the residents of Jackson without having to wait until the next council meeting and stand on line.

Phone calls will be returned within 24 hours of the next business day” said Mayor Michael Reina.

Each call is forwarded to the appropriate township department for action.

During regular business hours, you may continue to call the appropriate department. Calls that do not fall under the Township’s jurisdiction are forwarded to the appropriate individual or agency.

Please take a moment to call 732928-1200 ext. 1376 should you wish to reach out to the Township to leave your comments. Please note that your message, including your name, address and telephone number, may be public record.

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TOMS RIVER – Freeholder John C. Bartlett, Jr. announced that the Ocean County Department of Parks & Recreation will be conducting a Bands and Balls workout program for adults looking to gain f lexibility and strength with a gentle workout using bands and balls.

The class will be offered Mondays and Fridays for $40 to the instructor, $5 for registration.

The class time is 1:30-2:15 p.m. The session runs May 7- June 8, (no class May 28 and June 4) program #113544-3D.

To register, send a check made payable to the “County of Ocean” to Ocean County Parks and Recreation, 1198 Bandon Road, Toms River, NJ 08753. Please provide name, add ress and day time telephone number, along with program # when registering. Please bring a check to first class for $40 to instructor Linda Osowski.

To receive more information or to receive a Parks & Recreation Newsletter call 732-506-9090 or visit our website at oceancoun typarks.org.

Hotel California: A Salute To The Eagles TOMS RIVER – For more than two decades, Hotel California has touched the hearts of fans all over the world, by faithfully and accurately reproducing the Grammy Award winning sounds of the Eagles. See how a spirited blend of originality and the pursuit of excellence have taken the group to a level of international recognition nor-

mally reserved only for gold and platinum recording artists.

Join The Grunin Center for the Arts at OCC on May 18 for Hotel California: A Salute to the Eagles at 8 p.m.

The cost is $35-39. For more information, contact Jessica Zawerczuk at 732-255-0500 or grunincenter@ocean.edu.

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The Jackson Bureau Of Fire Safety: The Importance Of Clothes Dryer Safety

JACKSON – While most home appliances are used without incident, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission estimates that 15,500 fires associated with clothes dryers occur annually, causing an average of 10 deaths, 310 injuries and more than $84.4 million in property damage. A lack of maintenance, buildup of lint, placing inappropriate items in the dryer and inadequate venting are frequently cited as contributing factors.

Did you know that a full load of wet clothes placed in a dryer contains about one half gallon of water? As the clothes dry, lint forms and builds up, reducing airflow in the dryer’s vent, potentially causing the dryer to work improperly or overheat.

Clothes dryer “Do’s”: • Clean the lint screen/filter before or after drying each load of clothes.

• Clean the dryer vent and exhaust duct periodically.

• Have a certified service technician clean and inspect the dryer and venting system regularly.

• Replace plastic/vinyl exhaust hoses with rigid/flexible metal venting, which provides maximum airflow.

• Keep the area around the dryer clean and free from clutter.

• Always use the appropriate electrical outlet for dryers and all major appliances.

• Clothes dryer “Don’t’s”: • Don’t place clothing or fabric stained with a flammable substance, such as alcohol, cooking oils, gasoline, spot removers or motor oil, in the dryer.

Flammable substances give off vapors that could ignite or explode. Instead, dry the materials outdoors.

• Don’t leave a dryer operating if you are not home.

• Don’t forget to read the manufacturer warnings in the user manual and on the inside of the dryer door • Don’t dry any item containing foam, rubber or plastic, such as bathroom and

Kids’ Stuff Flea Market

LAKEWOOD – The Ocean County Department of Parks and Recreation will hold a Kids’ Stuff Flea Market at Ocean County Park, Route 88, Lakewood, on Saturday, May 12, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

The event is held rain or shine, is a chance to buy items related to children, including toys, games, clothing and sporting goods.

To register as a vendor, send a check for $15 payable to County of Ocean to 1198 Bandon Rd., Toms River, NJ 08753. Admission and parking are free.

Visit the website at oceancountyparks. org or call 732-506-9090 for more information. The Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders sponsors the program.

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non-slip rugs and athletic shoes.

Don’t dry items containing glass fiber materials, such as a blouse or sweater with glass buttons or decorations.

Don’t overload the dryer with wet clothes

Finally, having working smoke alarms installed on every level of your home dramatically increases your chances of survival. Smoke alarm batteries need to be tested every month and changed with new ones at least once a year. Also, replace smoke alarm

every ten years, or as the manufacturer guidelines recommend.

Please contact Fire Official Frank McDonnell to receive your free Smoke Detector 732-928-1666 ext. 14 or by email fmcdonnell@jacksonfiredist3.org.

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Sexually Transmitted Infection Alert: FQHCs & Partners Help Spread Awareness NEW JERSEY – Ocean Health Initiatives, (OHI), the New Jersey Primary Care Association, (NJPCA), the New Jersey Department of Health, and LabCor p hosted a press conference today to highlight Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Awareness Month. At the press conference, a patient advocate who was diagnosed with an STI shared her experience.

Assemblyman Eric Houghtaling from New Jersey’s 11th dist r ict at tended the press conference. Representatives from UnitedHealthcare, Amerigroup NJ, WellCare NJ, the Family Planning Center of Ocean County, Planned Parenthood, New Jersey Family Planning League, and other organizations were also in attendance. The press conference alerted the public to the importance of STI testing, which is available at Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs).

“It is important that the members of the community and patients of FQHC’s are made aware of the resources available to them. Providing accessible treatment options and starting the conversation about STI Awareness can go a long way towards prevention. I am honored that we are able to host this press conference at our Lakewood Health Center and bring a united platform straight to our patient population,” said Dr. Theresa Berger, President and CEO of OHI. NJPCA and its partners are highlighting STI Awareness Month by distributing materials on the importance of testing for chlamydia and gonorrhea.

In 2016, as reported by the New Jersey Department of Health, there were over 41,000 confirmed cases of chlamydia

and gonorrhea in the State.

“The New Jersey Primary Care Association has launched a statewide effort in recognition of April as STI Awareness Month. We are highlighting the month by emphasizing the importance of testing for chlamydia and gonorrhea.

Federally Qualified Health Centers regularly provide materials in their ongoing commitment to test and treat patients.

NJPCA developed this campaign to bring attention to the fact if left undetected and untreated, STIs can cause serious health consequences,” said Jillian Hudspeth, President and CEO of NJPCA. To help bring attention to the importance of testing for FQHC patients, NJPCA developed a campaign to relay this information through visible print materials and social media.

“STI Awareness month is a great opportunity to talk about the importance of screening and open communication between providers and patients,” said A melia Hama r man, M.S.Ed., M.S., Assistant STD Program Manager, New Jersey Department of Health. “The New Jersey Department of Health is pleased to support the NJPCA’s campaign. Community Health Centers provide essential services that protect the health of their patients and the communities in which they live.”

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that 20 million new sexually transmitted infections occur every year in the United States.

There were 1,598,354 cases of chlamydia reported in 2016 and 468,514 cases repor ted of gonor rhea. Nationwide, STIs account for almost $16 billion in

health care costs annually.

“We applaud the NJPCA, Ocean Health Initiatives, and Federally Qualif ied Health Centers across the state for their excellent work to meet the health care needs of the people they serve,” said Jane Yang, M.D., Medical Science Liaison for LabCorp Diagnostics. “This STI Awareness Campaign is a great way to help more people understand the importance of screening for STIs, the available treatment options, and how to reduce the risk of transmission of STIs.” Antibiotics can cure chlamydia and gonorrhea. However, left untreated, these infections can put men, women, and infants at risk for serious health impacts like chronic pain, severe reproductive health complications, and HIV. Without treating the infection, women can be put at increased risk for pelvic inflammatory disease, which may result in chronic pelvic pain, infertility, and potentially a life-threatening ectopic pregnancy. It is estimated that undiagnosed STDs cause infertility in more than 20,000 women each year.

At 25 years old, Lauren from North Carolina was diagnosed with chlamydia – a common STI that can lead to pelvic inflammatory disease, which can cause infertility when left untreated.

“I cried when I received my positive test results,” said Lauren. “I felt a lot of shame, and I never thought I would’ve have been ‘that person’ who gets an STI.” Because she was tested, Lauren was able to receive treatment with an antibiotic. “Getting an STI is human, it’s common, so we need to start having real conversations especially with our

friends to normalize testing and protect our sexual health.”

Her experience has led her to advocate and empower young adults. She is an ambassador for the American Sexual Health Association (ashasexualhealth. org).

Most women with gonorrhea do not h ave a ny s y m p t o m s , a c c o r d i ng t o the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Even when a woman has symptoms, they are often mild and can be mistaken for a bladder or vaginal infection. Some men with gonorrhea may have no symptoms at all. In rare situations, untreated gonorrhea can also spread to a patient’s blood or joints. This condition can be life-threatening.

“STD testing, treatment, and preve nt io n i s a c o r e p a r t of Pl a n n e d Parenthood’s health care services and education efforts,” said Christine Sadovy, Legislative and Political Director for Planned Parenthood of Northern, Central, and Southern New Jersey. “We believe that all people should be able to access high-quality, affordable reproductive health care services, including STD testing and treatment, and we are proud to help all New Jerseyans access that care.”

It is important for patients to know that if they are diagnosed with an STI, it can be treated with medicine and some can be cured entirely. To learn more about the STI Awareness Month and how to schedule an appointment, please call OHI at 732-363-6655.

The event was held at OHI’s Lakewood Health Center, 101 Second Street in Lakewood, New Jersey.

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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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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.

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Very Reasonable rates. Very patient with slow learners. I’ll teach you in the comfort of your home on your computer. I can trouble shoot your slow computer! I also teach iPhone and iPad. I set up new computers at less than half the price the retailers charge. Windows 10 specialist. I can also build a beautiful small business website at a fraction of the going rates. Special Projects always welcome! Tony 732-997-8192. (t/n) Need A Ride - Airports, cruise, A.C., doctors. Save $$$. Senior discounts.

Tom. Save ad. 551-427-0227. (20) All Around Yard And Home Maintenance – Outdoor, indoor work done to your satisfaction. Cleaning, home repairs, yard upgrades, etc. References upon request. Very diligent. Fair estimates. Eddie Zsoka 732-608-4781. (31) Roofing Etc. - Roofing, siding, windows, gutters. Repairs and discounted new installations. Prompt service.

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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.

“While our weekly print publications remain our bread and butter, we now function as a daily news outlet through our website, optimized for all devices,” says Allentoff. “We have the ability to reach our readers 24 hours a day, seven days a week which benefits our audience and advertisers. I’m very excited about this promotion and I look forward to working with Stew on continuing the mission he started over two decades ago” Allentoff adds.

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.

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,

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

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE

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BBBSOC Receives New Executive Director

OCEAN COUNTY – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ocean County (BBBSOC) and its board members welcome Madalaine Rice as the new executive director of the agency.

Madalaine brings more than a decade of experience in the non-profit world with a proven record of accomplishments in event planning, fund raising and office management. Through her various positions with Girls Scouts of the Jersey Shore and the American Cancer Society, Madalaine developed and built long-term relationships with key individuals and businesses.

Ralph Wolff, BBBSOC Board of Directors’ Chair said, “Madalaine Rice with her ability to foster strategic partnerships and cultivate relationships with staff, donors, business and community leaders and others will bring prosperity and growth to the agency.”

“We worry about what a child will become tomorrow, yet we forget that they are someone today - BBBSOC focuses on that child today! I am so proud to have been chosen to lead this amazing, altruistic non-profit,” Madalaine Rice stated.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ocean County County’s provides children facing adversity with strong, enduring, and professionally supported one-to-one relationships – turning little lives around in a big way!

Please support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ocean County by sponsoring or attending our annual Gala - An Evening on the Bay with a special performance by the Garden State Philharmonic Youth Chamber Orchestra conducted by Susan Degoey.

Visit bbbsoc.org/gala to learn more about the Gala and to register.

8th Annual Jersey Shore Wine Festival

LAKEWOOD – Join us for the 8th Annual Jersey Shore Wine Festival at FirstEnergy Park on June 9 and 10.

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.

The festival will be held each day from

12 p.m. to 5 p.m., rain or shine. Bring a friend and a chair and plan on enjoying the afternoon relaxing.

The purchase of a ticket entitles you to attend either Saturday, June 9 or Sunday, June 10! Whatever date works best for your family! Early bird ticket price is $20, while purchase at the gate on the date of the event is $25. Two day ticket is $25 (early bird) and $30 at the gate.

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OCEAN COUNTY – Calling all Ocean County teachers! Are you sick of fluorescent lights? Tired of cutting through the red tape to run a field trip? Learn to use the resources at hand to run your own outing.

Most of Ocean County’s schools are located in some of the richest and most unique natural areas in the country.

Get at least four teachers together and set up an appointment for a naturalist to come to your school and get you up to snuff on the general ecology of

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This program is not just for science teachers. Teachers of any discipline from art to math will fi nd practical applications for teaching in and about the environment. The naturalist can also answer questions and provide program ideas and curriculum resources.

Contact Christopher Claus at 732506 -5122, or cclaus@co.ocean.nj.us for more information or to set up an appointment.

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County Commemorates WWI With Tulip Poplar Tree

TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders continued its commemoration of Ocean County’s participation in World War I with the planting of a Tulip Poplar tree during the County’s annual Arbor Day celebration.

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 conflict, 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 feature on the Courthouse 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 Minstrels, and students from 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 flag.

“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

Jersey Shore Festival SEASIDE HEIGHTS – We are excited to announce that the 2018 Jersey Shore Festival will be coming back to Seaside Heights on May 18 to 20, 2018!

The Jersey Shore Festival is a free admission, rain-or-shine music and arts festival that kicks off the summer festival season and proves that summer really does start sooner at the Jersey Shore. With performances by over 300 artists from around the world, the Jersey Shore Festival is the premier emerging artist festival in New Jersey!

Aside from the music, the Jersey Shore festival also includes activities that are fun the for whole family including BMX and Skate Shows, Motocross Shows, Ford Car show, Pro’s vs. Heroes Charity Flag Football Game, Free Monster Truck Rides, Food Trucks, the JSF Vendor Village, and much more!

The Jersey Shore Festival welcomes local businesses, artists, and non-profits to showcase and sell their products for festival attendees right on the Seaside Heights boardwalk on Saturday, May 19 and Sunday, May 20 from 12 to 7 p.m.

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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into chili? There will be plenty of food trucks plus a beer and wine garden, live entertainment, crafters and vendors, and kids rides.

Admission is free. There will also be free parking day of the event. Chili kits to taste and vote for your favorite will be available for $7.

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.

Come to meet the men and women of your local

emergency services and armed forces. There will be police cars, fire trucks, ambulances, black hawk helicopters, monoc medevac helicopters, special service units, and much more.

This event is open to the public and all who attend!

Always Best Care & Holisticare Hospice Present Alive Inside TOMS R IVER – Join the Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts for a story of music and memory, a film

by Michael Rossato-Bennett on May 17 at 7 p.m.

This stir ring documentar y follows social worker Dan Cohen, founder of the nonprof it organization Music & Memor y, as he f ights against a broken healthcare system to demonstrate music’s ability to combat memory loss

and restore a deep sense of self to those suffering from it.

Filmmaker Michael Rossato-Bennett will attend to answer questions at the end of the film, and a silent auction will take place in the lobby with winners being announced at the end of the film. All ticket sales and silent auction proceeds will benefit Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey and the Alive Inside Foundation.

The cost is $25 per person.

Brain Games: Keep The Mind Sharp

PLUMSTED – Join Blue Cross Blue Shield staff for an interactive presentation on the brain as our ‘master computer’ at the Plumsted Branch library on May 21 from 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Learn a variety of fun activities and games

to stimulate your brain and keep your mind sharp. A strongly exercised brain can help keep our memory strong. Free blood pressure, cholesterol, and glucose screenings by a registered nurse will be available at our Branch following Brain Games.

Blood Drive

JACKSON – Are you the type to save a life? Join the Jackson Soccer Club for a Blood Drive on May 12 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Justice Complex, 1 Jackson Dr. Visit cjbcblood.org and click on “donate blood” to schedule your appointment, or call Will Weikel at 732-616-7671. Appointments are greatly appreciated!

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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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