2018-05-12 - The Southern Ocean Times

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Letters Page 7.

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Tech Roundup: Ways To Maximize Your Hearing

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Dear Pharmacist Page 17.

Inside The Law Page 19.

Business Directory Page 22.

Classifieds Page 21.

Fun Page Page 23.

Wolfgang Puck Page 27.

Horoscope Page 27.

–Photos by Kimberly Bosco Attendees at the Cinco de Mayo Fiesta mingled with the LIFF members to discuss fi lm and what to expect at this year’s festival. The event featured live music and food to set the mood and creative a festive atmosphere.

By Kimberly Bosco LOVELADIES – The Lighthouse International Film Festival (LIFF) kicked off their 2018 and 10th anniversary season with a Cinco de Mayo fiesta at the LBI Foundation of Arts and Sciences. This event was a

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Forked River Staples Announces Closure

By Kimberly Bosco FORKED RIVER – It seems we have reached the end of a few different eras, as large chain stores are closing left and right in local towns.

With the recent closing of once-big names such as Sears, Toys R Us and even K-Mart in local towns, this trend has reached Forked River with the recent announcement that Staples on Route 9 (Closure - See Page 6)

Budget Up, Debt Down In Stafford Budget

By Kimberly Bosco STAFFORD – The 2018 municipal budget was adopted, which increases spending, but also pays down debt to reduce future budgets.

Township administrator James Moran said that the town is in a good state of fi nancial health and the budget features a reduction in debt of $45,521,332.83, in both the General Fund and Water/Sewer debt, since 2010, which is a remarkable feat.

While the budget is increasing from 2017 to 2018 by approximately 6.57 percent, Stafford is in much better shape now than it was years ago, according to Moran.

The 2018 budget is $48,863,886, with $37,019,621.56 to be raised by taxation.

This is up $3,013,698 from 2017’s budget of $45,850,187, with $35,147,639 raised by taxation.

The vast majority of the budget revenue will come from local tax, weighing in at approximately 75 percent of the total budget revenue.

Budget revenue will also consist of: • Surplus: $4,700,000 • Local revenue: $1,228,180 • Special items of revenue: $2,184,212 • State aid: $2,606,872 • Uniform construction code fees: $625,000 • Receipts from delinquent taxes: $500,000.

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Barnegat Police Get A New Ride

By Kimberly Bosco BARNEGAT – Barnegat’s Pol ice De partment recently announced the addition of two new Dodge Charger 5.7L Hemi vehicles to their fleet of police patrol vehicles. The new addition will begin the process of replacing the entire f leet with newer, more efficient, and more cost-effective

vehicles, according to Chief Keith Germain.

“A few months back we tasked our resident vehicle expert, Patrolman Jim Purcell, with redesigning our marked patrol vehicles. Jim thoroughly researched vehicles, equipment, vendors, and costs,” stated Germain in a Facebook post, dated (Police - See Page 6)

–Photo courtesy Barnegat Police Department One of the new police vehicles.

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Budget:

Continued From Page 1 Tax Rate The tax rate for 2018 is 88.8 cents of $100 assessed valuation, compared to 2017’s 90.1 cents per $100 of assessed valuation. “It’s a 1.5 percent reduction,” said Moran.

Despite the increase in the overall amount raised by taxation from 2017 to 2018 (approximately $1,871,983 increase), the tax rate has decreased due to a reassessment in the township.

“We have a much higher value,” said Moran. “We went from $3.9 billion to almost $4.2 billion; when you reassess you have the ability to drop the tax rate.”

Stafford Township is reassessed in sections to represent the new assessment and new rate for different neighborhoods.

For example, the average assessed value for Ocean Acres homeowners went from $219,599 in 2017 to $229,840.97 in 2018.

Between an estimated $1,978 average paid in taxes in 2017 by the average Ocean Acres resident, and an estimated average of $2,040.99 paid in taxes for 2018, Ocean Acres residents can expect their taxes to increase by approximately $62.40.

This rate increase (or decrease) varies according to which section of the township you live in, as some areas are more expensive to reside in than others.

State Mandated CAPs “There are two different caps that we have to work within…the expenditure

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cap and the other one’s called the levy cap,” said Moran. “One deals with just how much money we’re permitted to spend in total [expenditure cap], the other deals with how much money we’re permitted to raise in taxes in total [levy cap]…We’re $2.8 almost $2.9 million under our permitted expenditure [cap].”

The state imposed expenditure cap is $38,944,693.29, and Stafford’s expenditures for the 2018 budget ring in at $36,052,555.42. This leaves the township $2,892,137.87 under the expenditure cap proposed by the state.

The same idea applies to the state imposed revenue/levy cap. Limiting the township to $37,870,418.00, Stafford is under the cap by $850,796 with a total township levy of $37,019,622.

Moran noted that debt service and reserve for uncollected taxes are not included in cap calculations, which is why the expenditure cap is listed as $36,052,555.42 while the total budget expenditures are listed as $48,863,886.

“We’ve been below [the levy cap] for several years,” said Moran. “We strive to keep the levy down; you’ve got to be responsible because obviously what you do this year affects what happens next year.”

Moran emphasized that Stafford negotiates contracts that are below the state’s 2 percent cap.

“We’ve eliminated longevity from all of our contract negotiations…[and] we are 35 people leaner than we were eight years ago,” he explained.

This “smart hiring” has had a huge and

positive impact on the budget in recent years.

“We work hard to keep ou r other costs down, but what most people don’t understand is that if our operating budget is $36, $37 million, once I pay for personnel, benef its, pensions, social security, I’m up to $31 or $32 million,” said Moran.

He explained that a majority of the spending is out of the hands of the governing body, such as health insurance premiums, which are dictated to him.

Once necessities are paid for, Moran has only about $2 million that he can work with.

Fund Balance Explained Moran explained that the fund balance (surplus) should be used for the truly unexpected, or for the item that will provide long-term use before it needs replacing.

“We are actually using $900,000 in surplus for the purchase of three garbage trucks,” this year, he added. “I’m going to get 15 years out of a truck; so theoretically, I have 15 years to save $1 million to buy three more trucks.”

He likened the process to owning a home and paying a mor tgage out of your savings account. “You’re not living within your means; you’re living within your means, plus your savings account.”

Although the township could technically use the fund balance to buy tax relief for one year, the fund balance will no longer exist to provide the same relief the following year, which will cause taxes

to go back up.

Getting Out Of Debt Stafford has eliminated $11,000 from Other Expenses (or O&E) since 2009, said Mora n. It has also eli m i nated $47,000 from elections, $20,000 from legal, and $19,980 from the Municipal Clerk’s office, among other changes.

“We’re lower today than we were 10 years ago, and we’re functioning,” he said.

One of Stafford’s proudest accomplishments to date, according to Moran, is the $45,521,332.83 reduction in debt. “That means that we’ve reduced the debt in town by nearly a third in the last eight years,” he added.

Moran explained that he has about $9 million (sometimes closer to $11 million) allocated towards debt every year. Every year that the township puts $9 million towards its debt, “we’re getting closer to that $9 million becoming $6 million, $4 million…” he said.

Again, Moran likened the process to owning and operating your own house, noting that paying off the township’s debt is no different than paying off credit card or student loan debt. The idea is to pay off the debt as quickly as possible so that money can be saved or used for something else.

“The secret to financial health: saving, and elimination of debt,” said Moran.

This is exactly what he has been directing the township to do, and he remarked that Stafford is heading toward a place of great financial health.

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Film Fest:

Continued From Page 1 fundraiser for the festival and an exciting preview of what’s to come during the “fourday cinematic experience,” as Managing Director of the LIFF Christine Rooney calls it. The festival will be held from June 7-10 on Long Beach Island.

What is the Lighthouse International Film Festival? Well, according to Rooney, the non-profit LIFF puts on films, film festivals, special events, parties, and panel discussions, among other events at affordable prices for not only film enthusiasts, but for everyone, to showcase the artistic community and bring people to the island.

“The LIFF is committed to bringing artists, to bringing all kinds of people here [LBI] so that they can experience our arts community and they can experience our beautiful island,” said Rooney.

She explained that the LBI Foundation of the Arts and Sciences is also both host and partner to the LIFF. “They donated the space to us [for the evening]…they support independent films, they support our mission,” she added.

Rooney emphasized that the LIFF is a very important factor in bringing more people to Long Beach Island.

“Our little slogan is ‘More Than a Day at the Beach,’” said Rooney. This is part of the organization’s effort to bring people to the island pre-season, to share with others what the island has to offer during the off-season months.

While the festival itself doesn’t begin until June, the kick-off party was meant to raise money to support independent film and to let people know what to expect, she added.

The Cinco de Mayo Fiesta brought in dozens of interested people for some mingling with the LIFF members, scintillating previews of what the festival has in store for June, an auction showcasing prizes from dozens of local businesses, and festive tacos and drinks for the occasion.

Following the auction, attendees got a special preview at what’s to come in this year’s film festival with a short highlight reel of some of the new films and features.

Chip Parham, Senior Programmer for the LIFF, helps to choose which short films will be featured during the festival. First thing that goes into the decision process is whether or not “it’s a good story,” he said.

Chip remarked that he probably watched about 100 films in preparation for the festival.

“This year, for the first time, we’re doing episodic films,” he added. Attendees at this year’s festival are going to get a first look at episodic films, which are comparable to a web series.

Eric Johnson, Executive Director for the LIFF, said submissions for the international festival open up during the fall and extend through March. He noted that the members begin watching the film submissions immediately once they start coming in and, following the deadline, it takes about another six weeks to wrap everything up.

It’s a combination of individual backgrounds and a love for film that enables the LIFF members to pick and choose the films to be shown during the festival, he said.

“We do try to have a representation,” of all

The Southern Ocean Times, May 12, 2018, Page 5 different kinds of films, said Johnson. “We try to pick the most exciting films.”

“This year we’re really excited because we’re bringing back virtual reality again,” said Rooney. “We’ll have award winning films, shorts, documentaries, virtual reality, we do panels, and we also do breakfast with the filmmakers.”

If you are a big-time film fan or have some extra time to spend on the beach this summer, come out for the Lighthouse International Film Festival. Johnson remarked that the program this year has anywhere from 80-90 films to be shown over the course of four days.

You have two options in choosing to attend the festival. You can either get an All Access Pass; this gets you into everything that the LIFF has to offer, according to Rooney, including special parties, all of the screenings, and even a breakfast with film makers. Or you can buy tickets for screenings online at lighthousefilmfestival.org or at the door.

“We really recommend online because we fill up,” said Rooney.

To see the full schedule of films for the festival, June 7-10, visit liff.festivalgenius. com/2017/schedule/week.

–Photos by Kimberly Bosco Auction tables were set up all around the room, presenting items from local businesses for people to bid on throughout the evening.

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Police:

Continued From Page 1 April 11.

Germain noted that the department plans to replace a minimum of 2 cars each year as part of a procurement plan to replace the vehicles while they are still under warrantee.

They plan to replace 2 older, high-mileage vehicles with 2 of these newer models every year, a cost that is already incorporated into the township’s budget.

The issue with having older vehicles is that they endure a lot of wear and tear. “We put a lot of miles on cars,” he explained.

Closure:

Continued From Page 1 will be closing this summer.

According to a public relations spokesperson for Staples, the Forked River location will be closing on June 8.

“We continually evaluate our store performance to ensure we’re operating the business in the best way. As customers shift online, we are taking aggressive action to

Germain said that the department wanted to reevaluate what they were putting into the vehicles, which has led them to “a great looking new car that is better equipped than our old design but with an extraordinary cost savings of better than 14 percent a vehicle,” as stated in the post.

The cost savings, per vehicle, will save the township more than $120,000 over the next decade and approximately $6,000 per vehicle. Purcell noted that the cost of each vehicle has gone from approximately $43,000 to only $36,000 with the switch.

Germain added that the cost savings stems from the switch to a new equipment vendor

and a new equipment installer as well as the new, all-black vehicle. Having an all-black vehicle saves the department from sending out new cars for the traditional-looking black and white paint job, which can cost up to $1,500 per car.

In addition to these changes, Purcell said that the interior of the new vehicles are also equipped with some new technology.

The department has switched manufacturers to Soundoff Signal, for the lighting on the vehicles. Purcell said that the new vehicles are equipped with sirens with two different speakers and outputs that create the “illusion” of hearing two separate

vehicles.

He also added that the new system is less expensive and easier to work with as it is not a “control box” but rather, a “control panel,” that doesn’t get dirty as easily and offers a variety of different lighting uses.

“We get a lot more with a lot more control, for a lot less,” said Purcell.

“I couldn’t be prouder or more impressed with the job that Patrolman Purcell did with this redesign,” said Germain in the post. He also thanked the DPW employees, specifically Charlie Coopey, for creating the graphics for the police department, and Eric Kramer, for applying them to the vehicles.

right-size our retail footprint. We are committed to providing great service and every product businesses need whether it’s instore, online or through mobile,” she stated.

Staples corporate is keeping specific details as to the reason for closure to themselves, and could not answer whether this points to the closure of other Staples locations.

Although the Forked River location is shutting down, Staples noted that customers

can still shop at the Manahawkin and Toms River locations or online.

This closure is yet another in a recent series of goodbyes to large chain stores, locally. In March 2018, Jersey Shore Online reported that Toys R Us in Toms River was facing closure of all stores, planning to “liquidate inventory of all 735 stores in the United States and Puerto Rico,” according to a press release.

Also in March, Jersey Shore Online re-

ported that Sears’ Hooper Avenue location in the Ocean County Mall was also facing closure.

Not to mention the change of hands in the Route 72 plaza in Manahawkin that was reported back in November 2017. With the closing of the sizeable K-Mart at the west end of the plaza, established businesses like TJ Maxx and Michaels (already located in the plaza) will be moving into the vacant K-Mart spot.

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from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

There will be household items, jewelry, collectibles, antiques, tools, sports equipment and other items at our Treasure Sale

and all items will be in good condition and sold at reasonable prices.

The luncheon will feature delicious homemade sandwiches and dessert and the bake

table will have a large selection of homemade baked items for sale.

The event is sponsored by the Presbyterian Women of the church.

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY F EATURED L ETTER Keep The Freeholder Name I’d like to comment on [Jen nifer Peacock’s] excellent story “A Freeholder By Any Other Name…” (in the April 28 edition).

I completely ag ree with Freeholder Joh n Bar tlet t’s reaction to t he ef for t t o ch a nge the name of our county gover ning body f rom Freeholder to Commissioner.

First, there is no offense in the name itself that I see, and second, and more importantly, the name commissioner is known to the public as an unelected political appointee who sits on a commission whose

very need may be questionable and collects a stipend to get benefits.

T h is u n necessa r y effort to change the name t o c o m m i s s i o n e r, i n my opi n ion , elevat es appointed commissioners and diminishes the elected freeholders.

As one of the two last Democratic Freeholders in Ocean County, I can say that our three years were civil a nd product ive. I am proud to have been a Fr e ehold e r i n O c e a n County.

Paul C. Brush Toms River Former Freeholder

E DITORIAL Make Yourself Heard The people of Southern Ocean face an array of issues – taxes, traffic, the environment, education.

Issues that will impact Southern Ocean 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?

First and foremost, town cou ncil meetings. Let

your officials know you’re watching.

You can also write letters to the editor to papers like ours. People follow their local papers and by writing about important issues, you spark vital discussion on topics that affect your life.

Don’t allow yours to be a lone voice in the wilderness. Make yourself heard.

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Assessments OK, Letters Getting rid of PARCC is But Not PARCC just the first step to improvIt is my understanding that federal law does NOT mandate testing, but rather mandates assessment. In fact, we could design our own assessment system as a pilot. I would hope to assess children and young adults with a portfolio, using the work that they already complete throughout the year to assess progress.

In fact, I would be comfortable with children taking perhaps three large standardized tests throughout their career as a student, but I would like reassurance that the tests wouldn’t guide curriculum or be tied to teacher evaluations. It’s one thing to collect data on the educational progress of our kids; it’s quite another to spend precious learning time teaching students how to run a computer, how to work with multiple choice testing questions, and how to pass a test.

The real tragedy is that the results of the test guide teacher training, which curriculum materials we buy, and what specifically we are teaching our kids. This results in less class time dedicated to hands-on learning experiences like growing edible schoolyard gardens, creating and using outdoor classrooms, engaging in STEAM lessons, and so much more. Teaching to the test and designing our curriculum based around what will be assessed forces teachers and administrators to take class time away from those exciting lessons that will be eternally etched in children’s minds, and instead dedicate them to improving PARCC test scores.

I want our classroom teachers to have the support of their administrators and the autonomy to create lessons that inspire our kids; lessons that are based on the individual interests of the children in their classrooms; lessons that teach kids about things that will never be assessed, like how to cope with big emotions and how to medi-

ing our children’s experience in school. If NJ administrators and commissioners want to make some real changes, they should take a trip to Finland and see how the most successful schools in the world are run. If having the highest test scores is truly our goal, then we need to begin emulating their best practices right here in NJ. A truly inspirational school system model exists. We just have to embrace the change.

Jessica Clayton Brick Secretary, Eastern Region Association of Forest and Nature Schools

MacArthur Advocates For Seniors A recent letter, “MacArthur not on his constituents’ side,” authored by special interest group leaders who recently announced they would be spending $1 million in dark money against our Congressman, Tom MacArthur, was absolute nonsense. As a senior citizen who represents thousands of seniors in Berkeley Township I can say this: Tom cares about us and works tirelessly for us.

They relentlessly attack our Congressman for working to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act, which hurt many seniors. Many of us had to change our doctors and deal with incredible cost increases. It was something Tom campaigned on and I give him credit for following through!

Obamacare was not working for us. Aside from the negative impact it had on our economy, there are still over 20 million people without insurance in this country, because they can’t afford it!

A lot of those people are over 50, but not yet eligible for Medicare. Up until recently, they had to pay a penalty… for not having insurance.

Eighty percent of the people paying the penalty made less than $50,000 per year. I

The Editorbeing poured into our area,

doubt they feel Obamacare was working for them. However, thanks to our Congressman, that penalty has been eliminated.

I guess the special interest group leaders forgot that many Americans over 50 make a bit too much to qualify for any help from Obamacare, and their costs have repeatedly gone up.

I represent many constituents like this who certainly don’t feel like Obamacare has made healthcare more affordable.

MacArthur is not the problem. The people who can’t see how many of us got left behind by Obamacare are.

On all the big issues, our Congressman is fighting for us. He led the effort to strengthen the Joint Base.

He is the co-chair of the Bipartisan Heroin Task Force, working tirelessly to help those impacted by addiction.

His efforts helped bring more law enforcement resources to our area, which led to the largest drug bust in Ocean County history.

Tom supported tax reform, which certainly helps seniors because it doubles the standard deduction. That’s a big deal for us.

Tom is one of the most bipar tisan members of Congress, who cares deeply about seniors in Ocean County. He is a tireless advocate for protecting Social Security and strengthening Medicare. He shows up to our events and he listens to our concerns. His office has helped return over $10 million to constituents - including many seniors who were having problems with Social Security and the Veterans Administration.

I know many seniors depend on Deborah Heart and Lung Center. Tom helped get Deborah millions of dollars per year, which will enable them to continue serving our seniors and vets regardless of their ability to pay. People have been trying to get that done for years and our Congressman did it.

Meanwhile, his opponent, Andy Kim, who is benefiting from the dark money

supports a European-style healthcare system that will bankrupt Medicare as we know it. Andy was also President Obama’s adviser on ISIS, which is one of the biggest foreign policy failures seen in my lifetime.

Seniors in Ocean County will not respond to the radical politics of Andy Kim and the authors of that shameful editorial. They should clean up their acts and stop slinging mud.

Judy Noonan Councilwoman, Berkeley Township

NJ’s War On Seniors Most of us have heard about the War on Poverty, Drugs and Terror now there is another war looming on the horizon, New Jersey’s War on its Seniors.

For the second consecutive year the state has shortchanged the Homestead Rebate credit. This year’s benefit is based on the $156 million appropriation that was included in the 2018 budget, a 50 percent cut that was put into effect last year and is now being carried over this year. When fully funded a few years ago, the benefit averaged $515 for seniors and disabled homeowners and is now reduced to approximately $259.

About 20% of income for a senior living on a fixed income goes to paying property tax. The U.S. Census Bureau reports that one in three New Jerseyans between the ages of 65 to 75 are in the workforce because many of them cannot afford to stop working. Retirees have already left the state because of the heavy taxation putting an additional burden on our remaining seniors A study reports that New Jersey has one of the highest property taxes and the worst finances of any state in the nation with the only solution to its debt problem is by raising taxes and or cutting benefits to seniors.

Art Mooney Little Egg Harbor

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

National Autism Rates Rising, And Support Is Needed Capitol Comments Senator Robert Menendez

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Bob Menendez joined Rutgers New Jersey Medical School’s lead researcher to discuss the results of the latest Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) study, completed in partnership with Rutgers, on the prevalence of autism i n A me r ica n ch i ld re n.

The study found New Jersey’s autism rate is on the rise, with one in every 34 children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and remains the highest in the nation.

“These numbers are pretty striking. You’d be hardpressed to find someone in New Jersey who doesn’t know a child, a loved one, a neighbor or classmate p e r son al ly t ouche d by autism. These increasing

rates only mean we need to redouble our efforts, keep up the pressure, and continue expanding resea rch, screen i ng, a nd s u p p o r t r e s o u r c e s fo r Americans with autism spectrum disorder,” said Sen. Menendez. “I truly believe that ou r nation is stronger when we ensu re t h at al l ou r ch i ldren - no matter what zip code they’re born in, how much money their families make, or what kind of developmental disorders they face - have the opportunity to reach their God-given potential.”

According to the CDC study, the national autism r a t e i s now o ne i n 59 children, up 15 percent since the last report was issued in 2016. In 2005, it was just one in 166. Of

the 11 states included in the study, New Jersey’s rate is the highest - up 19% f rom one in 41 in 2016. Nearly 3 percent of the state’s childhood population has been diagnosed with ASD, nearly double the national rate of 1.7 percent. Boys in New Jersey are 3.7 times more likely than girls to be diagnosed with ASD. The prevalence of ASD in New Jersey also crosses racial lines: Whites, 30.2 per 1,000; Blacks, 26.8; Hispanics, 29.3; and Asians/Pacific Islanders, 19.2; compared to 17.2, 16.0, 14.0, and 13.5 respectfully nationwide.

Walter Zahorodny, an associate professor of pediatrics at Rutgers New Jersey Med ical School who directed the New Jersey portion of the study, called the results “consistent, broad and startling.”

He said the analysis shows U.S. autism rates are continuing to rise rather than leveling off as the 2016 CDC report suggested.

“It is now clear that what

DIABETES AND SLEEP APNEA ENDANGER VISION

Individuals who suffer from diabetes in combination with “obstructive sleep apnea” (OSA) have a greater risk of losing their vision to “diabetic retinopathy.” For those unfamiliar with OSA, it is a condition in which the walls of the throat relax and narrow during sleep. As a result, OSA sufferers snore and experience interrupted breathing, which jeopardizes their health. Many people who suffer from obstructive sleep apnea are unaware that they do. If so, it is important to treat a condition that not only could eventually lead to heart problems, but that also threatens their vision. With this in mind, those with type 2 diabetes who have not been evaluated for OSA should do so.

Just as it’s important for ophthalmologists to be alert to hypertension or mild diabetic retinopathy, it’s also important to recognize visual conditions that might be associated with sleep apnea. To schedule an eye exam, please call SUSSKIND & ALMALLAH EYE ASSOCIATES, P.A. at 732-349-5622. Our goal is to meet and exceed your expectations by providing friendly service, professional care, and quality products at affordable prices.

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we saw in 2016 was just a pause along the way.

It remains to be seen at wh at p oi nt A SD r at e s will plateau,” Zahorodny said. “There are still undefined environmental risks which contribute to this significant increase, factors that could affect a ch ild i n its develop ment in utero or related to birth complications or to the newbor n period.

We need more research into non-genetic triggers for autism.”

Zahorodny joined researchers in Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Georgia, Maryland, Minnesota, Missouri, North Carolina, Tennessee and Wisconsin in analyzing information collected from the health and special education records of 325,483 children who were eight years old in 2014.

According to the CDC report, the national autism rate is 16.8 per 1,000 children, with rates in the following par ticipating states: Arizona, 14.0; Arkansas, 13.1; Colorado, 13.9; Georgia, 17.0; Maryland, 20.0; Mi n nesot a, 24.0; Missouri, 14.1; New Jersey, 29.3; North Carolina, 17.4; Tennessee, 15.5; Wisconsin, 14.1.

While the researchers cannot explain why autism rates are increasing across the country, Zahorodny

notes that children diagnosed early often respond better to treatment, and that the average age of diagnosis - 53 months - has not changed in 15 years.

“T he st agger ing new nu mbers on the prevalence of autism indicate that elected officials, the disability community and the state as a whole must work to ensure the proper services are available to this population so that they can live integrated lives and reach their full potential,” said autism community advocate Tom Baffuto, executive director of the ARC of New Jersey. “Children with autism become adults with autism, and as advocates, we must collaborate with lawmakers to ensure supports are in place to assist with the unique challenges they face throughout their lifetime. We applaud Senator Menendez for his vigilance on the issues i mpact i ng people w it h autism and other intellectual and developmental disabilities and we are eager to ser ve as a resource and provide assistance to individuals with autism and their families however and whenever possible.”

Sen. Menendez, a senior me mb e r of t he Se n at e Finance Committee that sets national health policy,

secu red passage of the 2011 Combating Autism Reauthorization Act and i nt roduced t he Aut ism Coordination, Accountabilit y, Research, Education and Support Act, also known as the Autism CARES Act, signed into law in 2014, that author izes federal prog rams that suppor t the autism community, and fund cutting edge research and the development of new treatments and therapies.

The New Jersey Autism Study is funded through Autism CARES. Despite the Trump Administration’s efforts to zero-out Autism CARES f u n d i n g fo r r e s e a r c h , treatment and services to help those with autism, Sen. Menendez was able to secure $49 million in the recently-passed omnibus spending bill, an additional $2 million above previous spending.

T he Aut i s m CA R ES Act, which also includes key provisions of Sen. Menendez’s Assistance in Gaining Experience, Independence and Navig a t io n (AGE -I N ) Ac t to address the needs of youth and young adults as they transition out of school-based support to independent adulthood, expires Sept. 30 if Congress fails to reauthorize the landmark legislation.

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Summer Activities At St. Francis Community Center

LONG BEACH – Summer is fast approaching and St. Francis Community Center has a lot of programs and activities for all ages.

The St. Francis Community Center is located at 4700 Long Beach Blvd. in Long Beach Township. The Center is open to everyone regardless of religious preference.

Registration starts on Monday, June 4 at 9 a.m. and the programs are scheduled to start as early as June 6. Brochures can be found at the Community Center, Southern Ocean County Chamber of Commerce located in Ship Bottom, local libraries and online at stfranciscenterlbi.org.

St. Francis Aquatic Center: • All levels of swimming instruction: Water Tots, (4 Year Old) Beginner Swim, Beginner Level 1, Beginner Level 2, Intermediate and Advanced.

• Private and Semi-private swim lessons are also available.

• New this summer is Private Swimming Lessons for Adults.

• Additional Aquatic programs are: Competitive Swim Program, Youth Swim Team, and Introduction to Surfing, Deep Water Aerobics, Aquatic Aerobics, Arthritis Water Exercise and Splash Dance.

• Also available are Lifeguard Training, CPR/ AED Training for the Professional Lifeguard Rescuer/Lifeguard and a CPR and First Aid Challenge.

St. Francis Recreation Programs: • Boating Safety Course – NJ Certified All Level Yoga • Basketball: Tot and Tyke Basketball, Basketball Clinic, Private Basketball Lessons and a recreational-intramural league.

• Lacrosse for Beginners.

• Baseball: Be Your Best Baseball Clinic, Baseball 101, RBI Baseball and Private Lessons.

• Soccer Clinic • Football: Get Ready for Flag Football, Football 101, So You Want to be a Quarterback and Understanding the Wide Receiver/ Tight End Gymnastics: Two clinics are available.

• For Kids: Ultimate Recreation Camp Games, Shape Shifters: Yoga for Kids and Do It Yourself Crafts for Youth An affordable, yearly membership entitles persons to lower rates for many activities, and free admission to “Open Gym”. Pool Memberships are also available for 3 months, 6 months or yearly for individual and families.

Serving the entire Southern Ocean County area, the community center offers the area’s original Vacation Club for children ages five through thirteen and offers swimming, arts and crafts, basketball, trips and much more!

A Senior Center; Recreation & Aquatic Programs; Counseling, Family and Parenting Services; a Volunteer Program and many special events are also offered year-round.

The Center’s facilities include: a regulation gymnasium, competition-size indoor pool and two heated outdoor pools. St. Francis Community Center provides year-round educational, social, recreational and self-development activities and programs for all ages.

For more information please view our web site at stfranciscenterlbi.org, Facebook page: stfrancislbi or call the Community Center at 609-494-8861.

Lacey Announces New Preschool Program

LACEY – The Lacey Township School District is excited to announce a new inclusive preschool program at the Mill Pond Elementary School for general education children between the ages of 3 and 5.

Our preschool program includes students of varying degrees of developmental readiness and optimizes opportunities for students to grow and learn from one another in a school setting.

The program is based on state guidelines designed to meet the New Jersey Preschool Teaching and Learning Standards. Our curriculum is school-aligned and researched based.

The program immerses children in such areas as language arts, mathematics, exploration, art, music, social/emotional, self-help skills

and so much more!

Children must be 3-5 years old before the start of the school year. Space is limited.

Students are chosen on a first come first serve basis. A lottery may be implemented. Parents are responsible for transportation to and from the program.

There is a $35 Registration fee.

Session 1: 8:25-10:55 a.m., $350/month Session 2: 8:50-11:20 a.m.,$350/month Mail your application with the $35registration fee. Make check payable to: Lacey Township School District, Office of Special Services, 73 Haines Street Lanoka Harbor, NJ 08734.

For more information, call 609-971-2000 ext. 1021.

Southern Boys & Girls Track Medals

MANAHAWKIN – Southern Boys and Girls Track received medals at the Lion Invitational on Saturday, April 28, 2018.

Maria Mezzo 1st place in 110 hurdles,

Joe Guglielmo 2nd place javelin, Joe Miele and Liam Anderson placed both in the shot and discus. Good luck the rest of the year.

Sing America’s Song

WARETOWN – The Waretown United Methodist Church Choir and Handbell Choir present Sing America’s Song on May 27 at 9 a.m. Join us in celebrating our heritage and honoring our faith!

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Stafford Township Student Government Day 2018

STAFFORD – Mayor John Spodofora recently announced that Stafford Township will once again host Student Government Day on May 18, 2018.

Sixth grade students selected by their teachers from All Saints Regional Catholic School and Stafford Intermediate School will participate in this event which begins at 9 a.m. in the Council Chambers of the Stafford Municipal Complex.

Each student is assigned a counterpart in township government and will spend the day with that township official including a tour of the various township facilities, participation in a “mock” municipal court case, a luncheon, and culminating in a township council meeting where the students take over as the elected

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“This is an excellent program for the students and it provides some hands-on experience for them,” said Spodofora. “It is also great for us as elected and appointed officials to interact with the students and hear what is on their mind. The Township has been hosting this event for over 28 years and the participation has been outstanding each and every year.”

Student Government Day is part of a special program in the schools where the students learn about local municipal government and the responsibilities of their local officials. In order to participate on Student Government Day students must pass an examination and be recommended by their teachers.

Southern Regional Annual Memorial Day Ceremony

MANAHAWKIN – The annual Memorial Day Ceremony featuring the Field of Flags will once again take place on the grounds of the high school on Friday, May 25 at 10:30 a.m. One 12” x 18” American flag will be placed for every service person that has died in Iraq and Afghanistan while serving our country.

The Southern Regional Air Force Junior ROTC cadets, along with the physical education department, will be placing the flags

throughout the day on Thursday, May 24.

Donations of any denomination to purchase additional flags for this special project are gladly accepted. Checks should be made payable to SRHS-Memorial Day and sent to the attention of Col. Joseph Potts, AFJROTC, 90 Cedar Bridge Road, Manahawkin, NJ 08050.

For further information on this project, contact Colonel Potts at 609-597-9481 ext.

4236 or jpotts1@srsd.net.

Summer In The Parks

LACEY – Lacey Township Recreation presents Summer in the Parks! Join us at Hebrew Park, Huffy Wallis Park, or Clune Park for the seven week session.

This program is for ages 5-13 and takes place Monday to Thursday, June 25-August 9 at 9 a.m.-3 p.m. There will be trips for all ages! Join us for before care, lake days and Friday trips!

The cost is $130 per child. The fee includes four

camp shirts and an end of summer pizza party.

Cash or check only. Proof of residency is required.

Registration begins May 1 at the Recreation Department on Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Late night registration options will be held on May 14 and June 18 from 6-8 p.m. at the Recreation Department classroom.

A copy of your birth certificate is needed for first time participants!

11th Annual Blessing Of The Lifeguards

LONG BEACH TOWNSHIP – An ecumenical blessing for all LBI and mainland beach and pool lifeguards will take place on Saturday, May 19, 2018 at 4:45 till 5 p.m. at the St. Francis Aquatic Center, 4700 Long Beach Boulevard.

All Island and Mainland Lifeguards are welcome regardless of religious affiliation. If you are not a lifeguard, we welcome you to join

us in this wonderful tradition of blessing and wishing all of our lifeguards a safe summer season on LBI and the mainland!

The Long Beach Township lifeguard swim tests as well as Lifeguard in Training and Beginning Lifeguard in Training scheduled in the pool at 5 p.m. on May 19 will take place immediately following the ceremony.

For more information call 609-494-8813.

Southern Boys Volleyball Win Invitational Tournament

MANAHAWKIN – Congratulations Southern Regional Boys Volleyball on winning the 2018 Southern Invitational Tournament on Saturday, April 28. The Rams defeated Fair Lawn 2-0 in

the finals and defeated Colts Neck 2-1 in the semifinals. Special congratulations to Matt Maxwell and Shane Bent on being named CoMVP’s. Good luck the rest of the year.

EDUCATORS! Have a special event planned for your class? One of your students have an outstanding achievement? Let everyone know by placing a news release in this paper! Call 732-657-7344 to find out how!

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Waretown Branch Library May Calendar

WARETOWN – Join us in the Meeting Room for our display, Michael Grindall Sculptures.

Grindall often creates his totems and art pieces using materials scavenged from the beach. He then inlays cast concrete tiles that are hand carved with ancient symbols. Finally, he stains them with acid to achieve various patinas.

Children’s programs: May 17, 10:30 a.m.: Itty Bitty Time. Baby story time. Ages 0-2 years. Please register.

Teen programs: May 21, 4:30 p.m.: Eyes of the Wild. Learn about protecting animals and the environment and meet rescued wildlife presented by Eyes of the Wild. Behaviors, habitats, adaptations, survival strategies, and relationships with humans will be introduced. This program focuses on the life stories of each unique animal, their often humorous personality, fun facts, anecdotes, and animal eye-views. Ages 10-18. Please register.

May 21, 6:30 p.m.: The Amazing Honeybee.

Join David Elkner from the South Jersey Beekeepers Association to learn the benefits and importance of beekeeping. Learn about hive components, parts, equipment, the frames of honey, plus why we need to help protect the amazing honeybee. Ages 10 and up. Please register.

Adult programs: May 16, 23 and 30, 1:30 p.m.: Mah Jongg Club. Beginners are welcome.

May 12, 11 a.m.: Aromatherapy – An exploration into the world of scents. Charmed in Company has been teaching and blending essential oils since 1991. Learn what aromatherapy is, the roll of essential oils, and how they can be used and incorporated to improve our daily lives. Free recipe handouts. Please register.

May 15, 29, 11 a.m.: Waretown Writers Group. Join other writers of all skill levels to explore your skills in this informal and fun writing session. Meet new people as you get and give feedback and share ideas with others.

Please register.

May 15, 2 p.m.: ShopRite presents: Flavors of Asia. It’s Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage month. Join ShopRite’s registered

dietitian Giavonna Carbonello to learn how to make some Asian inspired recipes. Please register.

May 18, 2 p.m.: Cozy Corner. Join us for a relaxing afternoon of tea, puzzles, coloring, and conversation. Please register.

May 22, 2 p.m.: Read What you Like Book Discussion. Want to discuss the latest book you’ve read? Do you want to get book recommendations from other community members?

Join our group as we discuss these things and more in a no pressure atmosphere. Please register.

May 25, 2 p.m.: How to Hygge: Bullet Journal. Hygge, pronounce “hue-gah”, is the Danish word used when acknowledging a feeling or moment, ordinary or extraordinary as cozy, charming, or special. This month, we will learn how to start a bullet journal. Please register.

May 31, 1 p.m.: Afternoon Movie. In this film the Bellas reunite for a USO tour in Europe.

(PG – 13) 93 minutes.

Family programs: May 17, 1 p.m.: Popcorn and a Movie. In this Star Wars movie, Rey learns the ways of the Force from Luke Skywalker, and develops a telepathic bond with Kylo Ren, who is struggling to master the Dark Side. Meanwhile, Stormtrooper-turned-Resistance fighter Finn goes on a risky mission behind enemy lines.

(PG-13) 152 minutes.

May 19, 10 –1 p.m.: Armed Forces Day Drop-in Craft. Show your appreciation for our troops overseas by making a card. All cards will be donated to Operation Gratitude.

May 24, 1 p.m.: Popcorn and a Movie.

In this film, four teenagers are sucked into a jungle-themed video game. (PG-13) 119 minutes.

Friends programs: May 14, 1:30 p.m.: Friends of the Waretown Library Meeting. Join our friendly group!

May 18, 1-3 p.m.: Friend’s Book Sale. Great finds for little cost.

May 19, 10 a.m.-Noon: Friend’s Book Sale These programs are free and open to the public. Please register online at theocean countylibrary.org or by calling 609 693-5133.

Southern Regional Alumni News

MANAHAWKIN – Congratulations Southern Regional and Penn State Football Alum Mike Gesicki on being selected by the Miami Dolphins in the 2nd round of the 2018 NFL Draft. Mike is a tremendous representative of our school and community. Dreams start with the Black & Gold.

Congratulations Southern Regional Field Hockey Alum Victoria Caiazzo on being named captain next fall, the 2018 season for

Stockton University Field Hockey.

Congratulations Southern Regional Football Alum Clay Robinson on being named captain next fall, the 2018 season for Davidson College football.

Congratulations Southern Sailing Alum Emily Haig and her teammate Greta Farrell for winning the B Division at the NEISA Women’s Sailing Championship and helpeing MIT qualify for Women’s Nationals.

Lacey Seeking Substitutes

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–Photo courtesy Patty Clark Brescia BARNEGAT – The Barnegat Recreation’s new art program, Young Picassos, had a thriving successful Art Galley opening at the Barnegat Branch Library on May 3. Many students with their families enjoyed sharing their masterpieces with their families as they dined on fine cookies and sparkling cider while listening to classical music. An evening spent celebrating the arts on a local level with instructor Patty Clark Brescia. Art will be on display at Barnegat Branch during the month of May.

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. to 4 p.m.

Come to meet the men and women of your lo-

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

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BARNEGAT – Join the Barnegat American Legion Post 232 for a Mother’s Day Breakfast on May 13 from 8 a.m.-12 p.m. at 499 North Main St. The last seating will be at 11:30 a.m. The cost is $10 for guests 12 and older and $8 for guests 4-12. Guests under 4 years eat free. All proceeds will help Boy Scout Troop 26 get to

summer camp.

Breakfast will include pancakes, sausage, eggs, hash browns, coffee and tea, milk and juice, and donated baked goods.

All mothers in attendance will receive a special gift from Troop 26.

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Lodge #2340, 520 Hilliard Blvd.

The cost is $15 per person. There will also be a cash bar. Join us for music by the Drunken Clams and the Ocean County Emerald Society Pipes & Drums.

Southern Boys Tennis Nets A Win

MANAHAWKIN – Congratulations Southern Regional Boys Tennis on defeating Brick Township 5-0 on April 26. With the win, the Rams achieved the 100th career victory in

boys’ tennis for Coach Evan Brosniak. Coach Brosniak has also been the Head Boys Tennis Coach at Bound Brook High School. Good luck the rest of the season.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Unsung Hero Awards Recognize Ocean County Students

By Jennifer Peacock OCEAN COUNTY – They’re not the star athletes or academics, but their stories of overcoming adversity have caught the attention of school administrators. These students from across Ocean County were awarded the 2018 Ocean County Prosecutor/Ocean County Association of School Administrators “Unsung Hero” Student Recognition Awards.

Schools were asked to submit one name of a student in their highest grade level who have overcome adversity and shown improvement.

County prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato and Ocean County School Administrators president Loren B. Fuhring announced the winners.

The awards ceremony was held at Frog Pond Elementary School in Little Egg Harbor. The students received their certificate in “You Make A Difference” folders, along with a commemorative DVD. “This is a good day – this is your day – a day you will always remember. An award represents recognition for something very special that you and you alone were able to accomplish. We should never underestimate the importance of recognizing someone even for the smallest achievement or accomplishment,” Coronato said at the ceremony. “Always remember, life is what you make it – and as the recipients of these awards, you have already shown us that whatever you put your mind to you can accomplish. It is not always the monumental accomplishments that make people notice us, sometimes it is the tiny little things that make you shine and be recognized.”

The recipients are: Alexis Mackiewicz, Tuckerton Elementary School; Seth Edwards, Toms River High School South; Leslie Yupa, Toms

River High School North; Samantha Convery, Toms River High School East; Madelyn Beirne, Stafford Intermediate School; Danielle Shepherd, Point Pleasant Borough High School; Hunter Clark, Point Pleasant Beach High School; Jillian Williams, Pinelands Regional High School; Andres J. Acevedo, Ocean Gate Elementary School; Anthony Brenner, Ocean County Vocational Technical School Waretown Center; Jerrod Jordan, Ocean County Vocational Technical School - Toms River Center; Grace Cocanower, Ocean County Vocational Technical School – MATES; Taylor Kurinzi, Ocean County Vocational Technical School - Lakehurst Center; Herman Irizarry, Ocean County Vocational Technical School Jackson Center; Sergio Cortes, Ocean County Vocational Technical School - Brick Center; Justin Pritikin, New Egypt High School; Jerry Ward, Manchester Township High School; Isaac Enu, Lavallette Elementary School; Michelle Elias, Lakewood Middle School; Shaniah Sky Morris, Lakehurst Elementary School; Benjamin Werner, Lacey Township High School; Allison Brown, Jackson Memorial High School; Samantha Burger, Jackson Liberty High School; Shayla Buser, Island Heights Elementary School; Joseph Lopez, Hugh J. Boyd, Jr., Elementary School; Logan Buffin, George J. Mitchell Elementary School; Faith Barreau, Frog Pond Elementary School; Ethan Grabich, Eagleswood Township Elementary School; Elizabeth McGee-Shearin, Central Regional High School; Olivia Kenny, Brick Township High School; Connor Buckley, Brick Memorial High School; Kellen Hess, Berkeley Township Elementary School; and Richard Fasolo, Barnegat High School.

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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.

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OCEAN COUNTY – Big Brothers Big Sisters is looking for volunteers to commit a few hours a month to be a mentor to children in need.

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

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Local Couple Celebrates 75 Years Of Wedded Bliss

By Jennifer Peacock TOMS RIVER – Nothing could stop their love, not even a world war.

There was no significance to the date, May 9, 1943 - Mother’s Day that year except that Jack Mascola was able to go on furlough that weekend to marry Emily.

They had met before, but the first blush of romance happened at another wedding.

“Jack’s sister married my uncle,” Emily said. “I was bridesmaid at the wedding.

This is when it started, then and there.”

They were very compatible, Jack added.

They were both Italian. They were both Roman Catholic. They were both working class. They met in October and married the following May at Our Lady of the Valley Church in Orange, New Jersey.

“We knew each other, we liked each other, and that was it,” Emily said.

Jack, 99, and Emily, 97, are celebrating their 75th wedding anniversary this year.

“Why are we married 75 years, Jack?”

Emily asked.

“Well, people say to me, you must be doing something right, but I can’t figure out what I’m doing right,” Jack said. “If you get married, and you stay together, make a commitment, and live long enough, you can be married 75 years.

“I don’t know what the secret is. The secret is God. I don’t know why He gives me the long life, but Emily and I are enjoying longer lives than our parents or grandparents ever dreamed of.”

Emily’s father died when she eight years

old, leaving her mother a young widow with three children, the youngest 9 months old. Emily was now responsible for caring for her younger siblings while her mother worked as a telephone operator.

Jack’s father died before he was born.

His father was a casualty of the 1918 flu pandemic that killed 50-100 million people.

He died in July 1918 and Jack was born the following January. Jack’s mother died at age 40 when he was six years old, during a tuberculosis outbreak. Jack and his older brother Joseph were sent to live in an orphanage. Joseph was only 11 when he died in the orphanage. Jack was 9.

Jack’s sister, nine years his senior, gained custody of him soon after and raised him.

They lived with two older brothers, who worked to support the family.

Jack was drafted during peacetime in January 1941. He was to serve a year, but then of course, Pearl Harbor happened. He was now in for the duration of the war. He started at Fort Dix but was transferred to Fort Dupont in Delaware, where his math studies shaped his military service.

“One morning, we were all lined up, the whole company of 250 men, and they said, ‘Anybody that took algebra and geometry in high school, take one step forward.’ Out of 250 men, 11 people stepped forward. I was one of them. ‘They need you on a mine ship at Fort Dupont or Fort Hancock,’” Jack said.

“I thought they wanted me for my brains, but they wanted me for my hard work! That mine ship was hard work.”

–Photo by Jennifer Peacock Jack and Emily Mascola are celebrating 75 years of marriage.

So Jack laid mines in the Atlantic. His outfit included “rum runners,” fast boats confiscated by the government from bootleggers during Prohibition. They dropped depth charges when enemy Ger man U-boats were spotted in the area. Jack sustained a back injury when he failed to properly deploy one of the charges. He was hospitalized for six weeks.

Back home, Emily kept busy working for Prudential Insurance Company. She worked there until Jack was discharged from the Army, and they moved to New York. The

family then spent a couple years in California before returning to Orange.

Jack had a good government job, which promised good benefits and a good pension to carry them into their golden years. But Jack wanted something else.

“He wanted to go into the building business,” Emily said. “That was a big change.

We both had to work together. That’s when I got my broker’s license, to join him in that.”

“She was always supportive. When I said, ‘I think want to quit my job and go into (Celebrates - See Page 20)

(Couple - See Page 33)

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MANCHESTER – Several branches of the Ocean County Library will host “Brain Games: Keep the Mind Sharp.”

This interactive workshop presented by Blue Cross Blue Shield will discuss the brain as the “master computer” and the importance of brain health. Diet, physical exercise, proper rest, and regular routines will be discussed.

The event will feature games and exercises to stimulate different brain areas and improve memory.

The program will take place at the following branches and dates: • Berkeley, 2 p.m. Tuesday, May 15, 30 Station Road, Bayville, 732-269-2144 • Lacey, 2 p.m. Friday, May 18, 10 East Lacey Road, Forked River, 609-693-8566 • Plumsted, 1:30 p.m. Monday, May 21, 119 Evergreen Road, New Egypt, 609758-7888 • Tuckerton, 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 7, 380 Bay Avenue, 609-296-1470 • Barnegat, 2 p.m. Thursday, June 7, 112 Burr Street, 609-698-3331 • Upper Shores, 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 20, 112 Jersey City Avenue, Lavallette, 732-793-3996 The Berkeley, Lacey, Barnegat, and Tuckerton Branches will have free blood pressure, cholesterol, and glucose screenings by a registered nurse.

These programs are free but registration is required. To register, call the branch or visit theoceancountylibrary.org/events.

2nd Annual New Jersey Recovery Film Festival TOMS RIVER – The New Jersey Recovery Film Festival will take place on June 2 at the Grunin Center for the Performing Arts at Ocean County College. Join NJ’s second annual celebration of recovery through the art of filmmaking!

The festival is presented by Prevention Links, Hope Sheds Light and Capacity Images to benefit the Raymond J. Lesniak Experience, Strength, Hope Recovery High School.

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Data Capturing Today’s tech can store information about your listening environments and preferences, so your hearing care provider can access that data at follow-up appointments to further customize your settings.

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

Three Easy Tests To See How Tired You Are

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. Do you feel tired and drained of energy all the time? Maybe you’ve been trying to correct your thyroid hormone without luck. If you’re adrenals are weak, you’ll have thyroid disease, as in hypothyroidism.

Think about the past year or two. Have you been under pressure or a lot of stress?

If work, school or relationships are causing you to suffer with constant deadlines, pressure or anguish (even mental anguish) then it’s possible that your exhaustion is from adrenal fatigue.

Adrenal fatigue is the type of fatigue that occurs when your “fight or flight glands” produce too much cortisol and aldosterone (think of the alarming stage), and then after a while, too little cortisol because they’re completely worn out. The antidote to adrenal fatigue is easier said than done, although a mental or physical vacation from the stress might help. One overlooked reason for low libido is the pregnenolone steal.

How do you know for sure if this is what you’re dealing with? There are three home tests you can do to see if you have adrenal fatigue. I know of a fourth as well, in my extended version of this column. If you want to read that, please sign up for my newsletter at suzycohen.com and I’ll email it to you next week.

The Pupil Test Go into a dark room and shine a little flashlight towards your eyes. Your pupils respond to light and dark, and upon the light shining into your eyes, they should constrict (get smaller) immediately. The constriction happens within seconds if you’re healthy, but if your pupils stay dilat-

ed for 10 to 20 seconds before constricting, or they never constrict, then you probably have adrenal fatigue.

Thermoregulation Adrenal fatigue will absolutely compromise the feedback loop that controls your body’s temperature. You might feel cold, then feel suddenly hot. Your temperature may vary by two degrees from day to day.

If you take your temperature three times in one day, and three more times the next day, then take the average for each day, it should not differ by more than a couple of degrees from day to day. If it does, your adrenals are taxed, and temperature stability is more difficult to achieve. This might explain the hot/cold problem you have.

Dehydration Do you crave salty foods like potato chips? It’s possible that this is due to adrenal fatigue and the resulting fluctuations in aldosterone hormone. Your body can’t utilize fluid effectively, or properly regulate sodium and potassium levels which causes mild dehydration, even though you could be drinking plenty of water. This is very common for people who have chronic fatigue, or who have been seriously ill for a long time.

Blood Pressure Response You’ll be taking your blood pressure twice for this test. Make sure you’ve drank enough water the day you test. Lie down in bed and rest for five minutes then take your blood pressure. Then get up and take your blood pressure immediately (while standing up). The top number (systolic) should go up by about 8 to 10 points. If it doesn’t, it’s a clue that your adrenals are overworked.

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Dear Joel, I have finally reached a time in my life where I can enjoy the fruits of my labor.

Both my wife and I are now reaching 70 and I have reached an age where I can start traveling. Traveling is a luxury that I deprived myself of until I felt comfortable spending the money. Here is my problem.

Now that we have some extra dollars and free time, my wife will not join me in my dreams. She has been afraid of flying since we’ve met and refuses to give it a try. I assure her that it is the safest means of travel but to no avail. I want to start seeing the world.

Answer: There is much in your letter to analyze. I will start with “She has been afraid of flying since I met her.” You knew that this may have been a problem between the two of you but chose to marry her anyway. She obviously has other qualities that are appealing to you. There are courses, hypnosis and other methods of getting rid of such fears. Alan, I have no statistics but you can be certain that it works for many but not for others.

There is so much to see in our beautiful

countr y. You can go on a bus or train. There are organized tours that do a wonderful job of both.

Additionally, cruising, although once travel for the rich and famous only, has for decades been the best value of all in travel. There are many cruise lines that now leave from New Jersey, New York, Boston, Maryland and other nearby places. Alan, you can actually go around the world without getting on a plane.

Lastly, there are no rules that say that if you want to see India, Israel or Italy, that you can’t travel without your wife.

This feeling of it being her fault of your deprivation is simply not true. Once again, there are organized tours both for seniors and the general population. Respectfully, stop make excuses and start packing. It isn’t your wife who is holding you back!

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In New Jersey, if you sustain an injury arising out of or in the course of your employment, you are entitled to certain benefits under the law. This is more specifically set forth in the New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Act. Primarily, should your injury require medical attention, the Workers’ Compensation carrier for your employer is to provide this to you. The insurance carrier pays for reasonable and necessary medical care until you reach a medical plateau. In turn, however, the insurance carrier does have the right to direct your medical care. In other words, the insurance carrier has the opportunity to choose the physicians with whom you treat, as well as the facilities where any treatment or therapy is administered.

In the event that your injury is such that you are medically unable to work for more than seven (7) days, the New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Act provides that the insurance company is to pay temporary disability benefits.

This entitles you to seventy percent (70%) of your wages, up to the statutory maximum for the year in which you sustained the injury. These payments continue until the authorized physician permits you to return to work or until you reach a medical plateau, whichever is sooner.

Should permanent effects of your injury remain after achieving a medical plateau, you may be entitled to benefits to compensate for those permanent effects. This is based on a statutory value determined according to the part

of your body which was injured and the permanent residuals Michael J. Deem of your treatment and injur y. This process progresses after your physician has returned you t o gai n f u l e mployment. In the event that you are deemed medically unable to return to work, you may be entitled to total disability benefits.

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Although, as a volunteer as listed above one would not have been compensated for the acts performed within the scope of that position, if injured while performing those duties, and medically unable to work, you would be entitled to compensation at the maximum rate for the year of that injury.

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NOHFH Receives $30,000 Grant

BRICK – Northern Ocean Habitat for Humanity received $30,000 in Community Development Block Grant funding to be used for home repair projects in Brick Township.

Northern Ocean Habitat’s variety of home repair programs help low-income homeowners in northern Ocean County

restore and maintain their homes. Habitat will partner with homeowners to alleviate critical health and safety issues and complete needed home improvement projects.

If you or someone you know is in need of home repairs, contact Habitat to see if you qualify at 732-228-7962 ext. 106 or by visiting nohfh.com/repairs.

Ocean County Fair

BERKELEY – The Ocean County Board of Agriculture presents the Ocean County Fair on July 11-15, 2018 at Robert J. Miller Airpark. The cost is $8 for adults and children under 10 are free. Join us for animals,

rides, food, and entertainment!

This event is funded in part by a grant from the Board of Chosen Freeholders.

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Continued From Page 14 business,’ she said, ‘Go right ahead. Let’s do it.’ She never stood in the way of what I wanted to do or how I wanted to do it, and she was very supportive,” Jack said.

His mother-in-law had other ideas. “She said I was crazy. ‘You’ve got a government job you’re quitting?’ Yeah, I’m quitting, because I don’t just want the bread and butter. I want some caviar and champagne.

My mother-in-law thought I was crazy. And the people I worked with, they thought I was crazy too!”

Emily became a real estate broker and eventually secured the land between Sally Ike and Herbertsville roads in Brick that became Mayo Estates, which grew to more than 200 homes. They lived in a home there, then one on River Road in Manasquan, before finally settling in Greenbriar Woodlands in Toms River about 30 years ago.

They spent most of the year in New Jersey, and spent some winter months in their condominium in Florida.

Jack’s building business flourished. His

success allowed for travel for them and their two children, and more travel once they retired. Their home on Crimson Court is filled with photos of their family - two children, six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren - and their travels to Egypt, China, Japan, and other places.

Jack introduced Emily to the opera, and she adopted his interest in the RMS Titanic, where they spent five days on a ship over its wreckage off the coast of Newfoundland. Astronaut Buzz Aldrin was on that cruise. That was back in 1992, where the couple also met three Titanic survivors on that cruise.

“We enjoyed travelling. We enjoyed working together. And being congenial to each other. We didn’t fight much,” Emily said.

“No marriage is perfect. There’s always problems, but we never blew up the problems where they became real problems. We just go with the flow, you know? We take the good and the bad. We’ve had a lot more good than we’ve had bad,” Jack said.

“It’s been a very good life to us because we’ve both enjoyed the same things,” Emily said.

South Bay Senior Association Meeting

BRANT BEACH – The South Bay Senior Association will hold their monthly meeting on Thursday, May 17 at 1 p.m. in the St Francis of Assisi Parish Hall at 4700 Long Beach Boulevard on LBI. Mary Wilding from the LBI Garden Club will speak about the effects of Global warm-

ing on the environment and the actions being taken in regard to this problem.

Signups for the fall Canada trip will be available at this meeting.

The club is open to anyone 50 and up. Any questions, call president, Ray MacDonald at 609-494-5804.

6th Annual Doggie Derby & Family Fun Day

LACEY – Join the Rotary Club of Forked River for the 6th Annual Doggie Derby and Family Fun Day on June 3 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m., rain or shine!

Come for a family fun day for you and your pet. Local dogs will compete for prizes and awards in Most Happy Dog, Best Dressed, Best Tricks and Dog and Owner

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General admission is $5 and children under 10 are free. Goodie bags are included. There will be an additional $2 registration fee per event for competing canines.

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4th Annual Afternoon Card/Social

WARETOWN – Join us at the Waretown United Methodist Church for the 4th Annual Afternoon Card/Social on June 21 from 1-4 p.m.

This event will benefit the Waretown United Methodist Church and the Sarah Circle

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For tickets or more information, call Brenda Hoare at 609-693-3686 or Ginnie Peterson at 609-971-8501.

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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.

(22) LPN – Every Other Weekend and Per DIEM. - The Pines is looking for compassionate LPN’s to provide weekend care to residents in our skilled nursing/rehab community. Currently we have a 7-3 every other weekend position available in our skilled nursing area.

Minimum 1-2 years’ experience required as well as experience with EMR. Competitive starting rate. For immediate consideration, apply to: The Pines, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759, 732-849-2047 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org. EOE. (23)

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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.

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Services PQ Painting & Home Improvement Services - Over 5 decades of service in NJ. Visit us online at pqpaintingservice.com. See our 2018 specials on our website. Winner of Angie’s List Super Service Award. Free estimates, reasonable rates, fully licensed and insured NJ Lic #13VH06752800. Call 732-500-3063 or 609-356-2444. (t/n) Computer Tutoring for Seniors – Retired, “Microsoft Certified” instructor.

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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(18) Bobs Waterproofing - Basement and crawlspace waterproofing. Mold testing, removal and prevention. Family owned. Fully licensed and insured.

Call Bob 732-616-5007. (t/n) Nor’easter Painting and Staining, LLC - Interior and exterior. Decks, powerwashing. Affordable. Senior discounts. References. No job too small. Fully insured. 732-6910123. Lic #13VH09460600. (21) Cleaning Services - Good prices.

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Seaside: No Dogs On Boardwalk After All

By Chris Lundy SEASIDE HEIGHTS – Allowing dogs on the boardwalk year-round seemed like a good way to support the borough’s family-friendly nature, except that dog owners and families were against the idea.

In 2017, the Borough Council instituted a change that allowed dogs on the boardwalk through the winter months, Mayor Anthony Vaz said. Specifically, this was described as between Oct. 15 and the weekend prior to Palm Sunday.

“That worked out fi ne. There were no problems,” he said.

So, there was a move to expand it. Why not have dogs on the boardwalk year-round?

What better way to invite families than to include the family pets?

In order for the change to take place, the council would have to introduce it during one meeting, and then approve it during another one. After it was introduced, the public found out about it from online news articles and word spread. The resistance to this was so strong that Vaz asked the council members to let the motion die at the next meeting.

“I’ve received over 100 communications giving me reasons not to do it,” he said. The most important thing about this was that so many of them were dog owners.

One of the biggest arguments is that dogs can bite toddlers, which really ends the family-friendly atmosphere, he said.

Someone also told him “I won’t go to a restaurant if dogs are allowed.”

There are good dogs, and there are good dog owners. There are also bad dogs and bad dog owners.

“Have I seen dogs on the boardwalk be-

having themselves? Yes,” he said. “The negatives are outweighing the pros,” he said.

Legally, if a dog bites someone, it is the dog owner’s responsibility, the borough attorney informed the governing body. However, in this day and age, anyone could sue anyone, so Vaz said he expected that the borough would be dragged into court as well.

First, the public had an outcry that there were going to be dogs on the boardwalk.

Now that the public knows there won’t be dogs there, there has not been any outcry in defense of keeping the dogs on the boards, he said. Instead, people have reached out to tell him they are doing the right thing.

Some people have suggested a middle ground: allow the dogs in the morning, before the boardwalk gets crowded. This presents a different problem, Vaz said. A dog owner could see a dogwalker on the boards in the morning and decide to do it later. It would be difficult to keep someone from doing it later in the day, when people are allowed in the morning.

It is better to be consistent, he said. For example, he contacted Seaside Heights’ neighbors, and dogs aren’t allowed on any of their boardwalks, either.

“We’re too crowded in the summer,” he said.

Dog Days However, there are still opportunities to have your dog on the boardwalk. The winter rules are still in effect, allowing you to take the dogs throughout the colder months.

Additionally, there is a day in July and another in August where there are dog-related vendors set up on the boardwalk. During those two days, dogs are allowed.

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The event will be held on June 8 at the Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts and will also highlight Pinnella’s new hit single Rise.

At 6:30 p.m. Gallery: VIP Reception/Meet & Greet & Concert: $100, 8 p.m. Main Stage:

Orchestra & Mezzanine (concert only): $50.

The HOPE Center, a non-profit organization in Toms River, NJ whose mission is to serve individuals and families in crisis providing for their basic human needs, presents The Hope Rises Concert to celebrate 10 Years of Hope on Friday, June 8. The evening will also honor another Ocean County-based organization, HOPE Sheds Light, Inc., whose mission is to raise awareness and educate individuals, families and the community about the impact of addiction.

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TOMS RIVER – 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 stirring documentary follows social worker Dan Cohen, founder of the nonprofit organization Music & Memory, as he fights 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.

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Town Hall To Highlight Opioid Crisis In Ocean County

LITTLE EGG H A R BOR— Ocean County experts will provide residents an in-depth look into the opioid epidemic ravaging the county and the state at a Knock Out Opioid Abuse Town Hall Series hosted by the Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey.

The town hall, which is open to the public free of charge, will be held from 6-8 p.m.

Thursday, May 17 at the Calvary Baptist Church, 850 Railroad Drive, Little Egg Harbor Township. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. for registration. The event will be held in collaboration with the Ocean

County Prosecutor’s Office and Calvary Baptist Church.

“It is important that residents get involved in the conversation and participate in their local Knock Out Opioid Abuse Town Hall to learn more about the disease of addiction, develop strategies to prevent substance use in their families and identify resources that can help people struggling with addiction,” said Angelo Valente, Executive Director of the Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey. “No community is immune to the opioid epidemic, and only by coming together can we effectively

explore solutions to address this crisis.”

The series, which began in 2017 and has been hosted in 15 counties thus far, focuses on the link between prescription opioid dependency and heroin use and examines the causes and possible solutions of the opioid crisis from several perspectives, including law enforcement, government, the medical community, prevention, treatment and recovery.

Ocean County has been greatly impacted by the opioid crisis. In 2016, 253 people died of drug overdoses in Ocean County, a majority of which involved heroin, fen-

tanyl and prescription opioids. That total represented the second-highest among New Jersey’s 21 counties.

Speakers will include Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato and other experts from the county.

A dedicated website, knockoutopioidabuse.drug freenj.org, includes the full schedule of countywide town hall meetings and registration information.

Knockoutopioidabuse.drug freenj.org also provides local, county and state substance use prevention and treatment resources available.

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Managing Rheumatoid Arthritis By: Marian Nashed, OT, Hand Therapist

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ave you ever noticed the joints in both of your hands to be swollen and painful? Do your joints remain painful and stiff for a long period of time, well into the morning? Has your ability to open jars, cut food, and turn doorknobs become more challenging?

You may be one of the 1.3 million Americans suffering from Rheumatoid Arthritis.

Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is a systemic, chronic, autoimmune disorder that can cause joint deformities. It can also decrease your ability to perform activities of daily living (ADL’s), cause muscle spasm and shortening, increase ligament laxity, and destroy bone and cartilage. In some cases, the synovial lining of tendons and tissues of internal organs may also be affected.

Research suggests that hand involvement is an early clinical sign of RA, with joint swelling occurring at the small knuckles or your proximal interphalangeal joints (PIP’s) and your larger knuckles or metacarpophalangeal joints (MCP’s), and wrists.

Signs and Symptoms of RA vary as the disease progresses, and symptoms may go into remission or exacerbate.

• Stage I: Early, Acute, Inflammatory: Increased pain, joint swelling and warmth in the knuckles and wrists of both hands • Stage II: Moderate, subacute: Decreased range of motion (ROM), decreased pain symptoms, and weakening of soft tissues and joints

Treatment Options: In accordance with seeing a Rheumatologist to manage RA symptoms. Occupational therapy and physical therapy can help: • Decrease pain in joints • Maintain or increase range of motion & strength • Provide education on adaptive equipment and compensatory techniques to resume ADL performance

• Stage IV: Chronic: Severe deformities affecting both hands, with the dominant hand being more severely damaged

o Resting hand splints: Allow your fingers and wrists to remain in good alignment, and decrease your pain. o Silver ring splints: Allows freedom to perform activities during the day, while keeping the fingers positioned in proper alignment. The Hand Therapists at All-Care Physical Therapy Center, LLC, are equipped with the knowledge and measuring kit required to evaluate the most appropriate splint to improve function.

Joint Protection & Energy Conservation Techniques:

• Using a pizza cutter or rocker knife to cut up food instead of a traditional knife to decrease stress to the joints • Adding built up, large cushioned handles, for commonly used items like kitchen utensils, gardening tools, and pens.

• Using spring loaded scissors that are readily available to open up packages, instead of fingers to pinch.

• Avoid using squeeze bottles or tubes, to decrease stress on the joints. A better alternative would be pump bottles for shampoo, toothpaste, lotions, and soaps.

• Use lightweight cookware, to avoid excessive load to the joints.

• Use both arms to carry objects, close to the body, and avoid using hand to lift heavy groceries and handbags.

Rheumatoid Arthritis can have a significant impact on the use of both your hands making your ADL’s more challenging.

Recognizing and addressing RA in its early stages will provide the best prognosis for this chronic disorder. At AllCare Physical Therapy, our hand therapists specialize in the treatment of RA and other hand disorders. Contact your physician if you are experiencing these symptoms and ask if an Occupational Therapist at All-Care can help.

OT hand therapy is currently practiced in our Toms River (732-569-6556) or Whiting (732-849-0700) locations.

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• Fabricate resting hand splints to prevent further joint deformity & recommend daytime splinting options.

• Replacing doorknobs and faucets with levers to decrease the amount of strain on the joints.

• Stage III: Severe, chronic active, destructive: Decreased ROM, increased soft tissue involvement, and increased joint deformities

Causes and Risk Factors: The exact cause of rheumatoid arthritis is unknown, but those with a family history of rheumatoid arthritis, are more likely to be diagnosed with RA, due to the genes

affecting the immune system making people more prone.

Both genders may be affected, but women have a greater than 75% chance of getting RA, with onset between 20-50 years of age.

OT HAND THERAPY IS PRACTICED IN FREEHOLD, JACKSON, WHITING AND TOMS RIVER MARIAN NASHED, OT Marian received her Master’s Degree of Science in Occupational Therapy from Howard University, in 2011.

She graduated with honors and served as the President of Pi Theta Epsilon, Beta Alpha Chapter, as part of the National Occupational Therapy Honor Society. Marian is continuing her education at Thomas Jefferson University, in Philadelphia, PA, to obtain her Doctorate in Occupational Therapy, with an emphasis on clinical education. She is also a certified American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) Fieldwork Educator.

Marian’s professional focus has been on orthopedic care, with an emphasis on hand therapy. She has completed affiliations in hand therapy, outpatient orthopedic rehabilitation, acute care, pediatrics, and mental health. Marian is currently in the process of becoming a certified hand therapist. She has also continued to grow her knowledge base by attending and completing courses in: · Evidence-Based Physical Agents: Application and Practice · Neuro-integrative Functional Rehabilitation and Habilitation · Healing of Magic · AOTA Specialty Conference on Stroke · Kinesiotaping I & II · Mulligan Concept Upper Quadrant Course · Lymphedema (Leduc Method)

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com m it ment to pa- Kirsh said. tients, coupled with Hearing loss, unfortunately, technology and value often goes untreated since it is have set Garden State Hearing not painful and often not a pri& Balance Center apart for ority for patients. But for the years, with recent investments 40 million people who suffer making the treatment of hear- from it, Dr. Kirsh explains, ing loss and similar conditions it is important that they seek more manageable than ever. diagnosis and t reatment to T he pr act ice, wh ich ha s improve their life and ensure offices in Toms River, Mana- good health. hawkin and Whiting, was the “Over the last few years, first in the United States to there have been a lot of studbe Audigy-Certified, a testa- ies that show a relationship ment to its adherence to the bet ween u nt reated hear ing industry’s best practices that loss and memory deficits such are required for certification. as dementia and Alzheimer’s, “Any business that is Au- which means you r suscepdigy-Certif ied, from a best t ibilit y to obt ai n i ng t hese practices standpoint, is in the memory issues increases as top t wo to a function of “We don’t over three percent t he hea r i ng in the counloss that you schedule or double try,” said Dr. h a v e ,” D r . book, so people are Isidore Kirsh said. generally seen on time.” Kirsh – commonly Wit h r a re –Dr. Kirsh known as Dr. exception, Izzy – foundthe only way er and director of the practice, to help preserve your hearing who holds a doctorate degree is th rough a hear ing aid – (Ph.D.) from the Union Insti- sometimes a stumbling block tute & University. for patients who are self-conThe Center performs testing scious about wearing one. But for patients with auditory pro- technological improvements cessing disorders and testing have led to the devices becomfor people who are suffering ing vir tually invisible, and from tinnitus – ringing in the more helpful than ever. ears – as well as hearing loss “They can be 100 percent and balance issues. invisible, they can have BlueDr. Kirsh’s practice includes tooth as well as Wi-Fi capastate-of-the art equipment to bilities,” Dr. Kirsh explained. evaluate hearing and balance “ You ca n st r e a m a sig n a l issues, which are often related through your iPhone or your to inner ear disorders. television, even movies and “Seventy percent of patients Broa dway shows, r ig ht t o wh o c o m pl a i n of b a l a n c e you r hea r i ng aid. Most of proble m s u s u a l ly h ave a n today’s hearing aids are very i n ner ear component,” Dr. inconspicuous, meaning the

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cosmetic issue is really not an issue anymore.”

Hearing aids also can have features such as GPS locator capability.

“The technology is improving significantly every year,” Dr. Kirsh said.

For patients, hearing aids can be financed interest free for 24 months, and Dr. Kirsh’s practice provides free battery replacements for life. Patients can also return a hearing aid during a 75 day trial period, during which time they return to Garden State Hearing &

Balance Center a minimum of three times to check on their progress.

“We don’t over schedule or double book, so people are generally seen on time,” said Dr. Kirsh.

The practice has th r ived on accessibility for patients, investments in technology, and the easing of the financial aspect of treatment.

“We try to give people as much value as possible, and

that really separates us from some of the other hearing care professionals out there,” Better hearing is a priceless gift!

Dr. Kirsh said.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of may 12 - may 18

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): There is extra vitality and enthusiasm on tap in the week to come, so use it well. Sidestep petty spats and focus on being cooperative and agreeable. You may be tempted to go overboard by spending way too much.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Everything has a price but not everything you can buy is worth the price. In the week ahead, you might be wise to wait until you can get the very best for your money. Steer clear of disputes, disagreements and misunderstandings.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You may learn what “passive aggressive” really means in the week ahead. Give someone the benefit of the doubt and remain tolerant. Doubts will disappear, and a tense situation will relax, after the middle of the week.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Achieve balance and serenity this week. You may think it is exciting, but a digital addiction can prevent you from enjoying the natural world. Avoid binge watching TV shows or constantly checking a smartphone.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Mindfulness can put you out of your misery. Take some time out in the week ahead to stop to smell the roses, watch the sun rise or listen to the birds. Gain confidence as you realize that you have the right to enjoy the very best.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Wait until midweek to make purchases that require good taste.

Even then you may be a bit extravagant or careless.

Rely upon a significant other to give you sound feedback or good advice about key expenditures.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): A preoccupation with computer games or social media can distract you from more important matters. As this week unfolds you may need every ounce of diplomacy to deal with overly sensitive people and situations.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): In the week ahead, you may have an opportunity to successfully launch a meaningful project or plan. Scrutinize the terms of any contract or agreement that you consider in the early part of the week.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Your confusion will evaporate in a few more days. In the meantime, use good judgment to deal with family, loved ones and complicated situations. Gain lasting peace by ignoring minor dustups.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Your friendly gestures and well-meaning comments could be misunderstood. Workplace misunderstandings in the earliest part of the week can be conquered if you focus on being cooperative and generous.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Start projects in the week ahead that require caring for the environment or aim at long term profits. You can be very intuitive and farseeing when dealing with intricate financial matters. Avoid impulse purchases.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Make peace a priority. To gain approval from others blend reliability with practicality and avoid vagueness.

During the week to come you can visualize what others want and organize your time to provide it.

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wolfgang puck’s kitchen Toss Up: Revamp One Of My Classic Main-Dish Salads For An Even Healthier Meal

By Wolfgang Puck

“I think I’d like a salad for lunch.” That’s something I’ve heard from so many guests in my restaurants ever since I started cooking in Los Angeles back in the mid-1970s. The request reflected the belief that if you sat down to a big plate or bowl filled mostly with fresh greens, you were eating healthfully.

Of course, today most of us know it’s not that simple. Add an oil-rich or creamy dressing to that salad, as lots of people do, along with meats and cheeses and lots of crunchy croutons and nuts, and you wind up taking in as many calories and as much fat and carbohydrates as you might if you sat down to a heaping serving of meat and potatoes.

As my own knowledge of nutrition and healthy eating has grown over the years, I’ve begun to rethink my approach to certain dishes, including those considered some of my classics. And that includes a recipe I first developed back in 1983 when I opened Chinois in Santa Monica, Calif. It played an instrumental role in defining what came to be known as the Asian fusion movement, combining classic preparations from China and other Asian kitchens with the lighter, fresher approach of California cuisine.

Among the first of the many dishes that gained the restaurant a devoted following that continues today in its 25th anniversary year is its Chinois chicken salad, my version of the popular Chinese chicken salad. It was always a fairly light dish, featuring a medley of fresh vegetables and skinless roast chicken meat. But the dressing was and still is fairly rich with sesame oil and peanut oil, along with an egg yolk that emulsified the mixture to a rich, creamy consistency.

So in recent years, when I make the salad for myself, I’ve been lightening it up a bit.

I eliminate the egg yolk, including instead some honey that combines with Chinese mustard powder to help give the dressing plenty of creamy body and a lively sweet-hot taste that makes a big impact on every bite.

I’ve also added more vegetables to the salad mixture, increasing the amount of snow peas and adding shredded raw carrot for its beautiful color and crunch. (You should also feel free to include or swap out other fresh, raw vegetables you like, such as strips of bell pepper or matchsticks of jicama.)

The result is a version of my Chinois chicken salad in which just a little more than 30 percent of the calories come from fat. It’s well within most guidelines for healthy eating, with all the bright, appealing flavor, texture and color of the original. I hope you’ll enjoy it all for lunch, or dinner, all through springtime and well into summer and beyond.

LIGHT CHINOIS CHICKEN SALAD WITH CHINESE MUSTARD-HONEY VINAIGRETTE M a ke s 4 m a i n - c o u r s e s e r v i n g s , 8 appetizer servings For the Chinese mustard vinaigrette: 1/4 cup (60 mL) rice vinegar 2 tablespoons honey 2 teaspoons toasted Asian-style sesame oil 2 teaspoons dry Chinese mustard or English mustard, such as Colman’s 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons peanut oil For the chinois chicken salad: 4 cups (1 L) shredded cooked skinless chicken breast meat (from a leftover or store-bought roast or rotisserie chicken, or another leftover recipe) 4 cups (1 L) shredded napa cabbage 2 cups (500 mL) shredded iceberg or romaine lettuce 1 cup (250 mL) julienned raw snow peas 1 cup (250 mL) shredded raw carrot 1/4 cup (60 mL) thinly sliced pickled sushi ginger, drained and cut into thin julienne strips For the garnish: 1 tablespoon white or black sesame seeds 1 scallion, trimmed and cut diagonally into thin slices First prepare the vinaigrette: In a blender or a food processor fitted with the stainless-steel blade, combine the rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, dry mustard, soy sauce and a little salt and pepper. Blend or process until smooth.

With the machine running, drizzle in the peanut oil to form a thick, smooth dressing.

If necessary, adjust the seasonings with more salt and pepper to taste. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.

For the chicken salad, in a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken, cabbage, lettuce, snow peas, carrot and ginger. Toss with enough of the vinaigrette to coat all the ingredients well.

For the garnishes, if you’re using white sesame seeds, put them in a dry pan and toast them over low heat, stirring continuously, until golden, about 1 minute. Transfer to a bowl to cool briefly.

Mound the salad mixture on chilled serving plates. Garnish with the scallions and the toasted white sesame seeds or the black sesame seeds. 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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