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Residents: Dredging Needed For Boating Safety

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Government Page 7.

Letters Page 8.

Dr. Izzy’s Sound News Buying A Hearing Aid Is So Confusing

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Dear Pharmacist

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Inside The Law

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Business Directory

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APARTMENT, R ETAIL PLAN POSTPONED

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Where To Find Local Farmer’s Markets

By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK - An application for a residential and retail complex to be located near Ocean Medical Center was put on hold by the Board of Adjustment when it was discovered that the public notice was deficient in notifying everyone living within 200 feet of the development.

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–Photo by Judy Smestad-Nunn Residents have stated that Superior Lagoon, the entrance to Seawood Harbor, is in need of dredging, as shown by the sand bar in this picture.

By Judy Smestadlow for boating?

Nunn Some waterfront resBRICK - Should a idents who live on Laportion of property tax- goon Drive West and es paid by waterfront Lagoon Drive East in homeowners be used Nejecho Beach said to dredge lagoons that since they pay higher have become too shal- (Dredging - See Page 2)

(Postponed - See Page 4)

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–Photo by Judy Smestad-Nunn This land shows what the property currently looks like, from the Route 88 side.

By Kimberly Bosco OCEA N COU NT Y – A s we k ick of f t he summer season, and get out into the war m weather, you can expect to see farmer’s markets cropping up all around the county.

Starting at the southern end, there are a variety of farmer’s markets locat e d i n t he sout he r n Ocean Cou nt y region, i n clu d i ng o n e d u r i ng nights in Surf Cit y

Township, June 26-Aug ust 27 f rom 4 -7 p.m.

You can find this market at 713 Long Beach Blvd.

For more infor mation, call 609-494-6127.

The Barnegat Township market takes place eve r y T hu r s d ay f r om now until October 26, from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. This market is rain or shine.

Here you can find Jersey Farmers with fresh home g row n se a son al (Farmer’s - See Page 4)

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Dredging: Continued From Page 1 taxes, that perhaps some of that money could be used to dredge areas that have become shoaled in, causing damage to boats and injuries to people from sudden grounding.

Resident s of a neig hborhood of f Mantoloking Road came to a recent Township Council meeting to ask for help. Their lagoon entrance, measuring some 50 by 100 feet, was damaged

by Superstorm Sandy and has become unnavigable.

Norm Gross of Lagoon Drive West said that the shoaled entrance has also affected business in town since bulkheading contractors are unable to get their equipment into the lagoon. The rest of the lagoon is perfect, he said.

“There are 25 or 26 homes on the lagoon who pay 30 percent more taxes because we’re on the water,” Gross said. “I want to be on the water and I want to run my boat in and out safely.”

Gross said last year he witnessed some 15 to 20 private boats who were sightseeing and ran aground at the entrance, many damaging their propellers, resulting in thousands of dollars in damage.

He said one of his neighbors had sustained a deep cut on his head and inju red his shoulder af ter his boat suddenly hit bottom.

Gross said he has been in contact with township engineer Elissa Commins, who is the coordinator for the Army Corps of Engineers (ACE).

“I bothered her for a year and a half with phone calls and emails, and we never made the list with the A r my Corps of Engineers,” he said.

Gross was referring to the Department of Transportation Maritime Resource, which had set aside funds to pay for dredging projects after Sandy.

Business Administrator Joanne Bergin said that the township has been lobbying the DOT Maritime Resource to “keep their word and come in, after Sandy, and do all these dredge projects which are absolutely necessary, and then they ran out of money and stopped,” she said.

She said the township has pushed for the Army Corps to repair some of the smaller lagoons while they have already mobilized and are working on larger projects.

Mayor John G. Ducey said that the tow nsh ip wou ld prov ide eng i neering, per mit ting and a hyd rological su r vey for the d redgi ng at cost of about $60,000, but the lagoon front homeowners would be responsible for dredging costs, Gross said.

“That is correct,” Bergin said. “The town would provide the hydrological survey that’s necessary for us to determine the depth of the dredge, should it proceed, and we would offset the cost of the permit process and submit the permit on behalf of the property owners.”

The biggest expense for a dredging project is the mobilization of equipment. The second biggest expense is permitting, she said.

But before the sur vey and per mit work is performed, Bergin said a commitment from the residents is needed because the township does not want to spend $60,000 for a project that never goes for ward because the residents would have to commit to paying for the dredge work.

Gross said he is aware that the Army Cor ps had completed eight dredging projects at the entrances to lagoons on Long Beach Island. Bergin said the administration has used that project to re-engage the DOT in a conversation to do the same in Brick Township.

“We’re saying there’s got to be a way when these guys are out here working on projects they can come in and do some of these little ones. Is that going to mean a cost to the township? Maybe, but tell us what that is, so we could make an educated decision on if we could help those people,” Bergin said.

Another resident from Lagoon Drive West, Ihor Huk, said he and his wife moved to Brick two years ago because of his affordable lagoon front property.

“We’re paying about twice the taxes of a house of similar size directly across the street,” he said during public comment.

“Some of that money should go towards maintaining the lagoon. We personally had more than $4,000 in damages to our boat the past two seasons. In low tide there is two feet of water, you could walk across.”

John O’Donnell of Lagoon Drive West said it would be a hardship for many of the residents there to pay for dredging.

He said of the 23 houses along the lagoon, four are not livable because of Sandy damage; one is in foreclosure; and a couple of homes are occupied by people who are “very elderly, living hand to mouth. If we’re going to be asked to come up with $7,500 or $10,000 apiece?

Do you really think we’re going to get them to fork over that much money?”

In an email, township engineer Elissa Commins said the township has several neighborhoods that have asked for assistance in getting the lagoons dredged.

“These requests go as far back as 2009, with only one that has claimed it silted in as a result of Sandy, which is Nejecho Beach,” Commins wrote.

Other areas that have asked for dredging assistance prior to Sandy include Long Point Lagoon, Superior Lagoon (the entrance to Seawood Harbor), the south branch of the Beaver Dam Creek and Perch Creek, she said.

“The bathymetry of the bay and its lagoons changed with Sandy. There was so much sand from the ocean and debris from the storm surge,” Commins wrote.

She said it is important to note that when she refers to the term “lagoon” she mean a natural entrance lagoon that services a community and not the man-made bulkheaded lagoon that provides the rear property line of individual homes.

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Postponed: Continued From Page 1 The Kamson Corporation, of Englewood, is still planning to develop the triangular-shaped 9.3-acre site, bordered by Route 88, Burrsville Squankum Road and Jack Martin Boulevard, said Board of Adjustment Chairman Harvey Langer.

About two dozen residents, many who live in the area of Forge Pond, let out a collective groan when Langer announced that the application had been removed from the agenda during the June 20 meeting.

“I didn’t know until late this afternoon,” Langer said when members of the audience objected to the cancellation. “The Board is prevented from hearing it until the notice is revised and corrected.”

That’s true, said Board of Adjustment attorney John P. Miller, who said that the refiled notice must be published 10 days before the hearing to be “acceptable legally.”

The Kamson Corporation has filed the entire application with the township’s Land Use Department and anyone could review it and/or purchase a copy prior to a rescheduled hearing, Langer said.

About three years ago, Kamson Corporation planned to develop “Ocean Pointe” at the site, which included a 103-room hotel, 66 apartments, some 40,000 square feet of retail and 413 parking spaces.

An application for a new plan - that scraps the hotel but includes some 48,000 square feet of retail space and 92 apartments - would be called “Bay Pointe Village.”

The former application had been before the township Planning Board at least eight times before it was kicked over to the Board of Adjustment who voted that they would have jurisdiction over the application.

Farmer’s:

Continued From Page 1 produce, fr uits, herbs, f lowers, featured breads, cheeses, pasta. For more infor mation on Bar negat’s far mer’s market, call Jeanne at 609-698-0080 ext. 122.

Also, in Lacey Township, their annual farmer’s market runs from now until October 5 on Fridays f rom 11 a.m.-5 p.m. There will also be a special holiday market held on November 19.

This market is held at 203 Lacey Rd. in Forked River. Here you can find a huge variety of farm fresh and artisanal vegetables, fruits, pasta, meat, fish, Italian bread, cheese, desserts and more.

The Tuckerton Seaport/Union Market Fresh Fridays take place until June 29, and possibly all summer, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at The Union Market & Gallery.

The Berkeley Township Farmer’s Market will be held every Tuesday from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Recreation Center on Route 9. Here you can fi nd some of this year’s special vendors, such as A&A Dips, Bellissima Natural Soaps, Colony Market, Empanada Guy and High Mountain Foods, among many others.

If you’re not in any of these areas, per-

According to New Jersey Municipal Land Use law, the Board of Adjustment is the only board that can grant use variances, which require a greater burden of proof.

It is also tougher to get approval from the Board of Adjustment, where the applicant needs at least five out of seven votes for approval.

“A new hearing date is unknown at this time,” Langer said. “Everyone in the room will have an opportunity to make comments when the application is complete. It could go to next year,” he said.

Once the developer’s professionals - including lawyers, planners, engineers, architects and more - have completed their testimony, any member of the public could question them, Langer said.

In the past, many residents wore “Save Our Neighborhood” stickers to the hearings to show their objection to the planned development.

Some said they had traffic and congestion concerns for the area and worries about who would occupy the apartments.

The 9.3-acre parcel was named by Mayor John G. Ducey as one of two suitable sites in town for a new VA outpatient clinic.

The Veterans Administration is looking to lease a site that could accommodate an 80,000 square-foot building with at least 480 parking spaces. Kamson Corporation submitted a letter of interest to lease the property to the VA for the clinic.

Toms River and Wall Township were also named as possible sites for the new outpatient clinic. It is unclear when the site of the new center would be announced.

Once a new hearing date has been scheduled for the application, the date would be available on the township website at Bricktownship.net. Click on “Boards and Commissions” then on the dropdown menu click on Board of Adjustment.

haps visit the Downtown Toms River Farmers Market. This market is held from now until November 15, and on November 20 for a Thanksgiving Market, every Wednesday from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Choose from four different NJ fresh produce farmers and one organic farmer.

You can fi nd this market at the Ocean County Parking Garage lawn, 28-46 Hadley Avenue. There will be free parking available in the Ocean County Parking Garage.

The Brick Farmers’ Market will be held every Saturday from now through September 22 at Windward Beach Park from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. It is encouraged that you to bring reusable bags to help protect the environment. Choose from dozens of special vendors. If you would like to be a vendor, fi ll out the application found at the township’s website.

Point Pleasant Beach will host their Farmers Market on Sundays from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at 627 Arnold Ave, Point Pleasant Beach. Markets are held very Sunday in the Borden’s lot.

The Seaside Park Farmer’s Market will be held on Mondays from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. and Fridays from 12-6 p.m. until Friday, September 7, located on the Marina Lawn (J St. & Central Avenue).

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Capitol Comments Senator Jim Holzapfel 10th Legislative District, Serving Toms River

TRENTON - Senator Jim Holzapfel,Assemblyman Dave Wolfe, and Assemblyman Greg McGuckin (all R-10th) will introduce legislation to protect Sandy-impacted towns like Brick and Toms River from massive State school aid cuts planned by Democrats in the legislature.

“Brick and Toms River took a big hit from Sandy, with homes

destroyed, families displaced, and our tax base severely impacted,” said Holzapfel. “Now, while the rebuilding is still underway, Democrats in Trenton are trying to knock us back down again by slashing our school aid. Their proposed school funding cuts are absolutely despicable and need to be stopped.”

A bill advanced in Trenton

Bill Would Protect Sandy Towns From School Funding Cuts recently that would redistribute more than $41 million in State school aid from Brick and Toms River to other school districts throughout New Jersey.

In response, Holzapfel, Wolfe, and McGuckin will introduce legislation to prevent reductions in state aid from 2017-2018 school year levels to districts that experienced an erosion of their tax base following Superstorm Sandy.

“Many of our Ocean County communities have struggled through a years-long rebuilding

From The Desk Of

Congressman

Chris Smith WASHINGTON, D.C. Congressman Chris Smith (R-4th), who represents much of Monmouth County, applauded the recent ruling by the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities rejecting the proposal of Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L) to construct a high-voltage power line between Red Bank and Aberdeen.

“Today’s decision is a vindication for local residents who fought long and hard to oppose these power lines, especially Rachel Kanapka and her committed group Residents Against Giant Electric (RAGE),” said Smith, who visited many sites along the route of the proposed power lines, met with concerned residents and local

officials, and testified on the detrimental effects the power lines would have on the local communities. “I applaud the Board of Public Utilities for making this decision, and I am pleased to have been able to work hard alongside all the members of RAGE.” After the giant power lines were proposed as part of the Monmouth County Reliability Project (MCRP), Smith met with residents who would have been directly affected by the proposed power line and personally visited homes, in July of 2016.

“When I walked through the neighborhoods of Holmdel and Middletown surveying the proposed power line route, I was convinced that the project would be devas-

From The Desk Of

Congressman Tom MacArthur WASHINGTON, D.C. – Over the past two weeks the House of Representatives has passed more than 50 bipartisan bills to address all aspects of the opioid crisis. These bills addressed specific ways to improve public policy to provide better treat-

ment and recovery, step up drug abuse prevention efforts, protect communities by giving law enforcement the tools they need, and target the scourge of synthetic opioids like fentanyl that are driving this crisis.

This package included Con-

tating for the five communities involved at different points along the route, and by extension, the county,” Smith said.

With the poles ranging in height from 135 to 210 feet, the power lines would have run in close proximity to residential neighborhoods and schools from Red Bank to Aberdeen, along a 9.7-mile strip along the NJ Transit rail right-of-way.

Smith thanked members of RAGE along with other residents who successfully rallied against the proposed power lines.

“In addition to Rachel Kanapka, I thank Kin Gee, Lisa Walsh, Judy Musa and Terri Vilardi, as well as dozens of state and local elected officials and the hundreds of residents who have reached out to me, for their ceaseless advocacy and untiring passion for this cause,” Smith

process that has been difficult on our families, schools, businesses, and property taxpayers,” said Wolfe. “With so much devastation, a lot of unusable or uninhabitable property was reduced in value greatly, shifting a greater tax burden to fewer residents. For Trenton Democrats to come along at this difficult time and slash our state school aid is absolutely devastating. We’re going to fight their new formula, but we’re also going to push our new bill just in case.”

The school funding plan ap-

proved by Democrats in the New Jersey Senate and General Assembly would cut Brick’s State school aid by $22.5 million, a 63.7 percent reduction. Similarly, Toms River would see a reduction of aid of $18.6 million, a cut of 27.7 percent.

Under the new legislation proposed by Holzapfel, Wolfe, and McGuckin, any such reductions in aid would be prohibited until the equalized valuation of a district in a county impacted by Superstorm Sandy returns to

Power Line Denial Is A “Victory For Monmouth” said.

“For two years, we worked to ensure this just result - to guarantee that neighborhoods from Aberdeen to Red Bank would not be endangered by these monster power lines, and residents sickened by the potential harmful effects of low-voltage radiation emitted by this proposed high-voltage transmission line,” Smith stated.

Smith concluded that the unsightly power lines in clear view of homes would almost certainly hurt the property values of those homes and result in economic loss for many long-time local residents. And a potentially more serious problem lay in the long-term effects of the low-voltage radiation that would be emitted by the high-voltage transmission line, in close proximity to schools and residential backyards where children would

be exposed to this radiation.

Smith met with concerned neighbors personally in 2016 and went into the field to examine the proposed route of the power lines.

Smith presented these concerns in his testimony before the New Jersey Transit Corporation Board of Directors on October 13, 2016, to convince the agency to reject JCP&L’s application to site monopoles on the NJT right-of-way. At that October meeting, New Jersey Transit officials promised to personally tour the route of the proposed power lines.

“Some may argue that there is little or no adverse health link to exposure to the electromagnetic fields created by these high-voltage lines, and may produce select studies that suggest that, but there is statistically relevant evidence - including studies - that suggest otherwise,”

pre-Sandy levels.

“We’re not asking for special treatment for Brick and Toms River, we’re just asking to not be kicked while we’re down by Trenton Democrats,” said McGuckin. “We took the brunt of the worst natural disaster in New Jersey’s history. Our homeowners, who have already been through so much, can’t afford to see their property tax bills skyrocket. Our legislation will offer our property taxpayer the protections they need until our rebuilding is complete.”

Smith said in his testimony.

In November 2016, Smith visited more homes, a school, senior center, and church along the MCRP route, with NJ Transit officials and other elected officials. In February of 2017, he submitted a statement to the NJ Senate Economic Growth Committee in opposition to the MCRP. “Out of an abundance of caution for the health, safety and welfare of Monmouth County families, reject JCP&L’s power line project,” Smith stated.

Smith also submitted remarks against the project to the Honorable Gail M. Cookson, NJ Office of Administrative Law, in May of 2017.

In March of 2018, Judge Cookson sided with the residents who opposed the plan.

Smith applauded the decision as one “that took seriously and upheld the legitimate concerns of local residents.”

House Passes Sweeping Bipartisan Bill To Combat Addiction gressman Tom MacArthur’s (R-3rd) bipartisan bills, the SENIOR Communities Protection Act and the STOP Fentanyl Deaths Act, as well as five bills that were top Task Force priorities, and 30 that were authored by a member of the Bipartisan Heroin Task Force.

Co-chair of the Bipartisan Heroin Task Force, Rep. Tom MacArthur, released the following

statement on passage of H.R. 6 the Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment (SUPPORT) for Patients and Communities Act: “As co-chair of the Bipartisan Heroin Task Force, I have been focused on working with my colleagues to improve prevention, treatment, and enforcement efforts. I am encouraged that so

many of our task force members had legislation included in the final package that passed the House. It is amazing how much we can accomplish when we put politics aside and work together on the issues facing our nation. I am hopeful that the Senate will act on this legislation, which will save lives. The inclusion of the SENIOR Communities Protection Act will allow Medi-

care Part D the ability to suspend payments to a pharmacy that is under investigation for fraud, protects Medicare dollars for the seniors who rely on them, and will help stop the dumping of drugs into our communities.

And the inclusion of the STOP Fentanyl Deaths Act will help local health professionals and law enforcement detect fentanyl and other synthetic drugs.”

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY Letters To The Editor

F EATURED L ETTER Family Time And Family Entertainment My generation - granted it’s a while back - would sit together enjoying shows like M*A*S*H, Mary Tyler Moore, Rhoda, Dick Van Dyke, etc. I realize that life changes but is it really for the better? When one turns on the TV and sees so many killing shows, on a Saturday morning no less, when kids are looking for cartoons or wholesome shows - is it any wonder that teenagers are running around with weapons?

Family life is not what it used to be and I surely see that, but life in America is no way better than it used to be. A few younger people have said to me “this isn’t the 50s” – you’re darn right - that’s why we were called the greatest generation and

I was privileged to marry and raise my children during that time. We sat as a family every night at 6 and ate together. Sure, some of us had other things to do after dinner but that was that one meal of the day we ate together and I’m so glad now we did.

And so, as I reflect on the past and look around the world I have to wonder what are other countries/islands doing better than we are?

If I were raising children today, there would be no phones on the dinner table.

Families, just talk to each other before our current civilization is wiped out and I’m not kidding.

Bette Kooreman Whiting

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Freeholder Parts Ways With Republican Party After my commitment to the Republican Party, I find that the direction of t h e p a r t y i n M o n mouth Cou nt y is one I can no longer follow. I filed a petition to run for re-election as your Monmouth County Freeholder as an Independent. I didn’t leave the County Re pu bl ic a n Pa r t y, t h e County Republican Party left me.

To qualify for the November ballot, the law requires that I have 100 sig nat u res on my pe tition. I f iled my petitions with more than 450 s ig n a t u r e s . T h e Mo n mouth County Republican boss Shaun Golden wa s s o u p s e t w it h my decision to run as an Independent that he filed a formal challenge to my petition with the Monmouth Cou nt y Clerk.

T his Cou nt y Clerk, by the way, is also the Monmouth County Republican Vice Chair. Imagine that! Can you say conf lict of interest?

Now here is the funny par t: Republican Par t y boss Golden was so incompetent that he challenged less than 200 of t he 450 -plus sig nat u re on my petitions. So, even i f G old e n wo n a l l h i s challenges, I would still have 250 valid signatures on my petition when only 100 are required by law.

In the end, the Clerk only dismissed 133 signatures so I easily qualified to be on the ballot in November as an Independent.

I than k each and ever y person who sig ned up to support me and I look forward to meeting many more residents of Monmouth County as I campaign to be the first Independent elected to t he Mon mout h Cou nt y Board Of Chosen Free-

Letters To The holders.

This cr isis Editor is any thing waste the taxpayers’ time I a s k a l l Mo n m ou t h County Residents to join me in “Fighting Corruption Together.”

Freeholder John P. Curley

MacArthur Fights Drug Crisis As the mother of a recent high school graduate, I am constantly trying to keep up with the changing trends of teenagers.

Whether it is the newest social media app, YouTube video, or slang term that has become a regular part of my child’s vocabular y, each d ay br i ngs new i n for mat ion a s to how our children interact w it h t he world a rou nd them and how as parents, we can remain engaged and informed about how to keep our kids safe.

The opioid crisis provides ter r if ying statist ic s fo r o u r s t a t e a n d nation. I n New Jersey, 2,056 people died of an opioid overdose in 2016.

I n 2 018 , m o r e t h a n 2 million Americans will suf fer f rom opioid addiction. It is imperative that our elected officials work together with law enforcement to get these drugs off of our streets, and away from our kids.

As co-chair of the Bip a r t i s a n H e r o i n Ta s k Force, Congressman Tom MacArthur has been doi ng a l l t h a t h e c a n t o combat t h is c r isis. He r e c e nt ly vot e d for t he Stop the Importation and Traff icking of Synthetic Analogues Act. This legislation will help our l aw e n for c e me nt ke e p up w it h cr i m i nal d r ug m a n u f a c t u r e r s i n fo reign countries who push drugs into our neighborhoods. I am thankful that Congressman MacArthur is working diligently to g ive ou r l aw e n for c e ment the tools they need.

but st ag nant, and as it evolves, I a m con f ident that Cong ressman MacArthur will continue to push for leg islat ion that will help keep our com mu nities and ou r children safe.

Toni DePaola Councilwoman, Point Pleasant Borough

Remembering The Good Old Days C a n a nyo n e r e m e m ber a t i me when you could leave your house u n locked 24 -7 a nd not worry? Ever get bumped by some one wh i le out du r ing the holidays and the person actually t u r ned arou nd to say “Excuse me.” Ca n you remember holding a door open for a stranger and them than k i ng you for it? Well, I can, and how times have changed.

I remember when everyone stood for the national anthem with hand over heart.

I remember when everyone you knew or spoke to was a patriot and respected our f lag.

I remember when Civics was taught in school so we could learn about our f lag, ou r C on st it ut ion and our rights. I remember people spoke the truth without being politically correct. Remember when immigrants had to register and get vaccinated at Ellis Island when entering our great land.

I remember when the people’s candidate won an election. They celebrated and those whose candidate lost dealt with it u nt i l n e x t ele c t io n .

Not resist, name call and point fingers.

Remember a congress that did what the people elected them to do? Take care of us and most importantly, protect us. Not

a nd money app oi nt i ng special cou ncils to t r y and remove a president t hey don’t ag ree w it h.

Deal with it, until next election and do your jobs.

I can remember when the safety and security of our nation was f irst priority for a president or polit icia n. We have p e ople i n ou r c ou nt r y today illegally that are career criminals or gang members. We have polit icia n s t o d ay lo ok i ng to protect a nd prov ide them sanctuar y. Isn’t it the responsibility of all politicians and non-polit icia n s we ele ct f rom either side of the aisle, to look out for the safety and well-being of the law abiding citizens of our nation?

I ask, how did this great country of ours get in the mess it’s in today?

Ha s ou r nat ion been sold out from beneath us by spineless past presidents?

Or was it on the backs of spineless past politicians?

I remember presidents that did what was best for our nation. They always thought of us first.

I remember when presidents showed strength, courage and stayed true to their word. I remember when they made us proud. They stood up for us agai nst other cou nt r ies and ou r enem ies.

They didn’t draw artificial lines in the sand and then turn their back and walk away.

I remember the presid e nt s a n d p ol it ic i a n s who had spines; they are the ones who made our nation great.

I remember the presidents and politicians who we re spi ne -le ss, t hose just took away from our nation’s greatness.

Does anyone else remember?

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Video cameras are increasingly being used in both residential and commercial properties to prevent crime. As such, video surveillance has become extremely helpful in solving crimes, identifying perpetrators, and serves as valuable evidence in court.

Police investigations frequently involve officers and/or detectives canvassing neighborhoods looking for cameras. Knowing ahead of time where cameras are located greatly speeds investigations by allowing officers and/or detectives to prioritize

How Buy In Brick Works

BRICK – The Buy in Brick Property Tax Rewards Card Program was started in 2014 by Mayor John Ducey and the Township Council as an incentive for Brick residents to shop locally. By shopping and dining at participating businesses, residents can earn credits towards their property taxes The Buy in Brick Program is simple – use your card and you earn credits towards your property taxes.

The first step is getting a card. Buy in Brick cards are available at Town Hall during work hours. They are free to receive. If you like to get one through the mail, please email us your address. Once you have a card, register it online.

When you have successfully registered your card, follow these steps: • Visit a participating business.

• Present card to cashier/waitress.

• Earn credits towards your property taxes.

• See the total credits you’ve earned on your 3rd Quarter tax bill!

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where to begin looking for evidence. Many times the best available video evidence isn’t of the crime itself, but of pathways and streets leading into and out of the scene.

In an effort to continue our commitment to providing excellent police services, the Lakewood Police Department is forming a community partnership that all residents and business that have cameras on their property can register with

the police department.

Participation in this partnership is completely voluntary. All registered information will be kept confidential and will only be viewed by authorized Lakewood Police Department personnel. We are not asking and will not monitor your cameras. This is strictly to be used as an investigative tool to aide officers and detectives.

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Completed forms may be dropped off at the Lakewood Police Department or be mailed to: Lakewood Police Department, ATTN: REC, 231 3rd Street, Lakewood, NJ 08701.

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Local Independence Day Celebrations BRICK – Join Brick and surrounding towns for a variety of 4th of July celebrations! These include: • Brick: July 5, 2018 Annual Summerfest Concerts at Windward Beach, Princeton Avenue. Concert is at 7:30 p.m. and fi reworks at dusk.

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-Photo courtesy Chris Chace/Brick Township Flickr BRICK – Mayor John Ducey presents Noreen Baris, of the Ocean County Master Gardeners Program, with a proclamation declaring June 2018 “National Tick Awareness Month.”

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Officer Receives MADD Award

–Photo courtesy Point Pleasant Police POINT PLEASANT – Congratulations to Officer Nicholas Rossi of the PPPD on receiving a 2017 Distinguished Service Award for his proactive efforts in keeping our roads safe from impaired drivers.

Civil War Encampment

BRICK – The 61st New York Regiment will spend the weekend camping out at the Havens Homestead Museum property on August 4 and 5. The soldiers pitch their tents and march, fire guns and interact with the public explaining the chores and work they did while in camp.

They invite children to march with them during daytime hours on Aug. 4 and until approximately 2 p.m. on Aug. 5. Tours of the museum are given by society members who will also host a bake sale. Admission to the event and the museum is free, and donations are gratefully accepted.

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–Photo courtesy Chris Chace/ Brick Township Flickr BRICK – Council President Heather deJong and Councilman Paul Mummolo serve pizza at the Senior Services Vendor Fair on June 6, 2018

Officials: Be Prepared During National Safety Month

By Kimberly Bosco OCEAN COUNTY – While June is typically associated with the end of school and the start of summer, it is also known as National Safety Month. Ocean County Health Department officials are focusing on preparedness, wellness, fall prevention and driving safety during this summer season.

“It is important to remember that we live in a coastal area and we all need to do our part to keep everyone healthy and safe should we be confronted with another natural disaster,” said Daniel E. Regenye, Ocean County Health Department (OCHD) Public Health Coordinator.

“That said, a renewed focus on wellness as we enter the vacation time of year is an ideal focus of National Safety Month.”

Regenye noted that regular doctor’s exams, healthy eating habits, moderate exercise and hydration are all ways that we can maintain our health and wellness during the summer season, as well as year-round.

“Many people may naturally pay less attention to falls and careful driving habits when snow and ice don’t serve as daily reminders…That is a reason for the focus on falls and driving during National Safety Month this year,” he added.

Officials advise residents to practice safe summer habits, such as:

Be mindful of walking around pools and wet, smooth surfaces, particularly if you’re not wearing shoes.

Be careful in areas where loose sand may have blown, especially if being jostled in crowds.

Drive defensively and watch for pedestrians Remember to help those less agile, especially in crowds and around water.

Also, a significant part of summer safety has to do with swimming.

“Swimming is a wonderful summertime activity but healthy habits are vital. Teach your children to not swallow water and make sure you take them on bathroom breaks. Keep an eye on kids at all times; kids can drown in shallow water in seconds. Make sure you change diapers in a diaper changing area and if there is not one, move away from the pool so no germs can get into the pool,” said Regenye.

Never forget to protect yourself from the sun as the weather warms up. SPF 30 sunscreen is recommended to prevent sunburn. Reapply after swimming.

“Make sure all your children stay hydrated with plenty of water to drink while outside and make sure children’s ears are dried after swimming,” added Regenye.

For more safety information and tips, visit ochd.org.

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Students Participate In Too Good For Drugs Day

–Photo courtesy Point Pleasant Beach Police POINT PLEASANT BEACH – On June 11, students from the Saint Peter’s and G. Harold Antrim elementary schools participated in Too Good For Drugs Day. The program was conducted by School Resource Officer Detective Derek O’Neill and consisted of a K-9 presentation by Point Pleasant Beach Police Officer Kyle Boturla and his K-9 partner Tyson, Red Bank Police Officer Tanner Shea and his

K-9 partner Echo and Toms River Police Officer Kyle Martucci and his K-9 partner Cyrus.

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Is it really possible to simplify the purchase of a hearing aid? The answer is, probably maybe. In fact, there is so much advertising of product A through Z that I believe many potential hearing aid wearers are too confused to take the next step.

Which manufacturers make the best hearing aids? In my opinion, the major players include Phonak, Widex, Sonic Innovations, GN Resound, Starkey, Siemens and Oticon. These manufacturers are focusing their research on digital technology in an attempt to improve speech understanding in background noise. Digital hearing aids are recommended for the active individual who can afford the technology. Digital hearing aids work best as a pair, or binaural set, to provide hearing balance. The minimal

cost of low level digitals is around $2,000 and higher end digitals can cost up to $6,500 for a pair.

Make sure you have a trial period to evaluate the benefits of any hearing aid. Trial periods will range from 30 to 60 days. Professional service fees (i.e., non-refundable) should only apply if you return the hearing aid(s) for refund. The hearing health care professional needs to account for his/her time and in many cases, will spend four to five hours with a patient during the specified trial period.

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BRICK – The Brick Township Police offered residents these safety tips.

A lways lock hou se door s. Door s shou ld be ma de f rom st rong wood or metal and should be locked with a deadbolt.

Keep windows locked, even on the second story. Install guards on windows that prevent them from being raised more than a few inches.

Keep at least one light on a timer when going out. Leave a television or radio on as well.

On the outside of the home install motion sensor lights. Keep them high enough so burglars will not be able to unscrew the light bulbs.

Take pictures or a video of all valuables and document all of the serial numbers. Keep this documentation in a secure place.

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

Handling Menopause And Andropause As A Couple

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

As we age, we notice symptoms creeping up every few months. With women, it’s called menopause and includes many symptoms such as fatigue, forgetfulness, hot flashes, vaginal discomfort or atrophy, decreased libido, irritability and insomnia.

Menopause can be surgically induced, as occurs when you get a total hysterectomy.

With men, it’s termed andropause and the symptoms include reduced fatigue, sex drive, weak erections, depression, loss of strength and muscle mass, weight gain as well as occasional night sweats akin to a woman’s hot flash. You might find that you’re less competitive than normal.

In the news recently, there have been some interesting findings reported from brand new studies. The first that comes to mind is about post-menopausal women and how they have an elevated risk for heart failure or coronary heart disease, if they have have higher testosterone levels compared to estradiol (an estrogen hormone).

What about your brain and mood? For sure, psychological symptoms are one of the first (and worst) things noticed by men and women during menopause and andropause. You might think you’re going crazy, and so might those around you. It differs for everyone, and new research suggests that if you’ve been struggling with mental health issues prior to menopause/andropause, they are bound to get worse. In particular, symptoms such as panic attacks and suicidal ideation seem to heighten, and it’s much harder to deal with

than typical annoyances such as depression, irritability, mood swings, insomnia and memory loss.

The CDC found that the rate of women committing suicide has been on the rise since the year 2000, it’s up by 50 percent and the average age is between 45 and 64. I have to wonder how many of these people were brought to the brink from the use of mind-bending anxiolytics or antidepressants that are thought to impair otherwise good judgement and possibly raise risk of suicide. It brings to mind fashionista Kate Spade and TV chef Anthony Bourdain, both of whom were taking anti-anxiety medications. They impact your brain and sometimes in a good way, but also in a bad way due to unexpected side effects.

Today, I’d like to offer a few tips that could help you, as a couple, age more comfortably together, and minimize the problems that drive people to doctors, or worse, to psychiatrists who numb you with addictive medications. Here are eight ideas to get your hormones balanced: 1. Manage stressful situations 2. Avoid estrogenic chemicals 3. Maintain a healthy sex life 4. Watch what you eat 5. Exercise 6. Actually, sleep at night 7. Get enough rest 8. Aswhagandha If you’d like to read the extended, more comprehensive version of my article, please sign up for my free newsletter at suzycohen.com.

(This information is not intended to treat, cure or diagnose your condition. Suzy Cohen is the author of “The 24-Hour Pharmacist” and “Real Solutions.” For more information, visit www.SuzyCohen.com) ©2017 SUZY COHEN, RPH. DISTRIBUTED BY DEAR PHARMACIST, INC.

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Brick Township Beach Badges, Senior Badges

BRICK – Brick Township operates three ocean beaches and one riverfront beach at Windward Beach Park. All beaches are open from Memorial Day to Labor Day and are staffed 7 days a week from mid-June through Labor Day. Beach hours of operation are 8:45 a.m. – 4:45 p.m. Beach badges are required for access to all beaches.

Beach badges are available in the Brick Township Recreation Office. Rates for 2018 are as follows: • Season Badge (on or before June 15) $25 • Season Badge (after June 15) $30 • Daily Wristband $5 • Season Parking $30 • Daily Parking Pass $5 • Children ages 12 and under – free when accompanied by a paying adult Refunds or replacements will not be issued for lost or stolen badges or parking permits. Badges

and wristbands must be worn at all times on beaches.

Seniors who will be age 65 by September 1, 2018 may receive a free daily wristband for access to Brick Township’s beaches. Each individual requesting a wristband must provide proof of age (driver’s license, birth certificate, county ID card, etc.). Senior wristbands are available at Brick Beach I, Brick Beach III and Windward Beach.

They are not available in the Recreation Office.

Seniors who will be age 65 by September 1, 2018 may purchase a discount season parking pass for $15. These are available at Brick Beach I, Brick Beach III and the Recreation Office.

Individuals with disabilities have the opportunity to reserve a specially designed wheelchair that will provide easy access to Brick Beach I, Brick Beach III and Windward Beach. Call 732-2621184 for information or to reserve a chair on a first come first serve basis.

Ladies Night Out

POINT PLEASANT BEACH – The Point Pleasant Beach Chamber of Commerce would like to invite you to our 5th annual “Ladies Night Out” on July 12, 4-9 p.m.

Downtown Point Pleasant Beach will be bustling with in-store specials, raffles and discounts. Grab a friend and stroll Arnold and Bay Ave. Hors d’oervers and refreshments will be served at many

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By Robert Shea, III, Esq., of R.C. Shea and Associates The death of a loved one is a tragic event.

Unfortunately, following in the wake of a loved ones passing, disputes often arise as to the decedents Last Will and Testament.

If such a contest arises, understanding how legal fees could impact Estate assets is critical to know.

Once an Executor of an Estate is appointed, and parties to the Will challenge its contents, the Executor of an Estate may use Estate assets to defend any challenges. So long as the challenge to the Will is a challenge to its validity, interpretation, distribution, or specific clauses, then an Executor may hire an attorney to defend the Estate. Any counsel fees incurred in defending against such challenges to the Will, its contents, clauses, or distribution, would not be the personal responsibility of the Executor. Instead, under such circumstances, these fees are payable to the Estate. However, when an Executor begins defending claims against non-probate assets, the circumstances change, and certain limitations apply.

Probate assets are any assets that are owned solely by the decedent, and are distributed to heirs by the court. Probate assets can include the following: real property that is titled solely in the decedent’s name or held as a tenant in common; Personal property, such as jewelry, furniture, and automobiles; bank accounts that are solely in the decedent’s name; an interest in a partnership, corporation, or limited liability company; any life insurance policy or brokerage account that lists either the decedent or the estate as the beneficiary.

A non-probate asset is as an asset which

does not “pass” through the Decedent’s Estate, and bypasses the court process by transferring directly to the beneficiaries.

Non-probate assets can include the following: property that is held in joint tenancy or as tenants by the entirety; bank or brokerage accounts held in joint tenancy or with payable on death (POD) or transfer on death (TOD) beneficiaries; property held in a trust; life insurance or brokerage accounts that list someone other than the decedent as the beneficiary; retirement accounts.

If a party to a Will challenges the transfer of a non-probate asset, an Executor may be forbidden from utilizing Estate assets to defend against such a claim. When a transfer of non-probate assets benefits the Executor of the Estate to the exclusion of other beneficiaries, then the Executor will not be allowed to use the Estates assets to pay legal fees in defense of such a dispute.

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Vacation Fire Safety

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LAKEWOOD – With the Spring and Summer vacation season upon us, the Lakewood Board of Fire Commissioners in conjunction with Fire Chief Mike D’Elia Jr., Fire Prevention Coordinator Jacob Woolf, and the members of the Lakewood Fire Department provide you with important Fire Safety information to keep you and your family safe.

If you are planning a vacation and your home will be empty, you can go away with less worry if you check your home prior to leaving. Make sure that all stoves and electrical appliances have been turned off or disconnected. Unplug all televisions and electronic devices since lightning storms or sudden electrical surges could cause a fire in this equipment while you are away. When you return from vacation, check your smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms to make sure they are functioning properly.

If you are staying in a motel or hotel, it is important to know survival actions in case there is a fire. Select one that, at a minimum, has a fire detection system – smoke detectors as well as carbon monoxide alarms.

However, it is preferable to select lodging that also has a fire sprinkler system in place.

If you must stay in a facility without smoke detectors, carbon monoxide alarms or fire sprinklers, request a room on the first or second floor and bring your own battery-operated smoke detector and carbon monoxide alarm with you.

When you first enter your room, read the fire safety information provided. It is usually posted near or on the back of the entry door. As is the case in your home, you need to plan your escape ahead of time. Locate two exits nearest your room. Make sure the fire exit doors work and are unlocked.

Locate the nearest fire alarm and read the operating instructions.

In a real fire, the hallway may become dark with smoke so count the number of

doors from your room to each exit. By doing this, you will know where you are in case you are caught in a dark hallway.

Keep your room key and a flashlight near your bed and upon exiting your room, take these with you. Having your room key with you is imperative in the event you need to re-enter your room.

Should the fire alarm sound, follow the posted fi re safety emergency guidelines.

Do not ignore fire alarms. Prior to exiting your room, feel the door with the back of your hand. If the door is warm, do not open it. If the door feels cool, open it carefully and be ready to slam it shut if smoke or heat rushes in.

Should you need to remain in your room, notify the fire department and tell them your specific location including the floor level and room number. If able to exit, proceed to the nearest fire exit. If possible and without straying from you path of egress, pull the fire alarm as you exit. Remember to crawl low if met with smoke.

Should a fire start in your room, leave immediately and close doors behind you to confine the fire and prevent it from spreading. Once again, if possible and without straying from your path of egress, pull the fire alarm as you exit. If this is not possible, notify the fire department once you exit the building and are safely out of danger. Never use an elevator in a fire, always take the stairs. Elevators can malfunction and many are heat-activated and have been known to travel to the fire floor and stay at that level.

If camping, it is imperative to use a tent that is flame retardant and remember, flame retardant does not mean fireproof. In addition, sleeping bags and clothing inside a tent can easily catch fire. A tent should be placed upwind from any campfi res or cooking fi res. Create a three-foot clearing around the tent and use only battery (Fire - See Page 23)

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CLASSIFIEDS Yard Sale

Misc.

Help Wanted

Lakehurst - 314 Union Ave. Porch and yard sale, Saturday and Sunday July 7 and 8, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Rain or shine.

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Silver Ridge Clubhouse Flea Market first Saturday of every month. For more info call 848-251-3329. (t/n)

Kitchen/Wait Staff Needed - Apply online at Magnoliaal.com or in person at Magnolia Gardens 1935 Route 9, Toms River. For more info call 732-557-6500 or email hr@magnoliaal.com. (31)

ATTENTION COLLECTORS I will find your collectables at garage and yard sales for you. Also broker deals. Bill 732-477-7225.

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Items Wanted $$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ Jewelry and watches, costume jewelry, sterling silver, silverplate, medals, military items, antiques, musical instruments, pottery, fine art, photographs, paintings, statues, old coins, vintage toys and dolls, rugs, old pens and postcards, clocks, furniture, bric-a-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid.

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(28) $CASH$ - Cars, trucks. Good, bad, junk, we buy it all for cash. We will tow it. $cash$ 732-221-6550. (31) Entire Estates Bought - Bedroom/dining sets, dressers, cedar chests, wardrobes, secretaries, pre-1950 wooden furniture, older glassware, oriental rugs, paintings, bronzes, silver, bric-abrac. Call Jason at 609-970-4806. (t/n) U s e d G u n s Wa n t e d - A l l types: collectibles, military, etc.

Call 917-681-6809. (t/n) CASH, CASH, CASH! - Instant cash paid for junk cars, trucks, vans. Free removal of any metal items. Discount towing. Call Dano 732-239-3949. (t/n) COSTUME/ESTATE JEWELRY Looking to buy costume/estate jewelry, old rosaries and religious medals, all watches and any type of sterling silver, bowls, flatware candlesticks or jewelry. Same day house calls and cash on the spot.

5 percent more with this AD. Call Peggy at 732-581-5225. (t/n) Cash - Top dollar, paid for junk, cars running and nonrunning, late model salvage, cars and trucks, etc. 732-928-3713.

(29) CASH PAID!! - LP records, stereos, turntables, musical instruments, guitar, saxophone, cassettes, reel tapes, music related items. Come to you. 732-804-8115.

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Items For Sale Make up - Eye liner, eye shadow, perfume, lipstick, lip line, etc. Avon products. Call 732-788-7986.

(30) Two Open Cockpit Olde Towne Kayaks - Paddles, life vests. $125 takes all. 732-458-3581.

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A lady from Italy, living in either Toms River or Brick - We spoke recently about you helping me with cooking, ironing, etc. I lost your telephone number. Please call Cynthia at 732-899-3661 or 201-960-0222. (26) Looking For Work - Electrical power boxes 208, 380-480 vac, PLC’s, relays, AC/DC motors, control panels, network wiring, build and servicing machines-Aisa, Europe, South America-joysticks, throttle, board controls. 732-500-4442. (28)

Help Wanted Micromedia looking for a high-energy account rep to sell print and online advertising in Ocean County. Competitive base, bonuses & company benefits. Successful applicant should possess good communication skills & a desire to grow with the company. E-Mail resumes to jallentoff@jersey shoreonline.com. EOE. (t/n)

Certified Home Health Aides Needed for Ocean County area. Hourly and live-in positions avail. P/T and F/T. Call CCC at 732-206-1047. (t/n)

Sell Avon - Be own boss. Set your own hours. Call 732-788-7986. (30)

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Full Time/Part Time Butcher/ Wrapper - Please inquire at 732928-0677, ask for Rob. (28) Adult Community Services - Affordable senior help from people living in Adult Community. Flexible, reliable, trustworthy and reasonable. $15/hr. 848-480-2013.

(28) Receptionist - Send resumes via email to hr@magnoliaal.com or fax to 732-557-6501. Apply online at Magnoliaal.com or in person at Magnolia Gardens 1935 Route 9, Toms River. 732-557-6500. (31) Job Fair - July 18, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Immediate Interviews - Food Service: PT Waitstaff, Dietary Aides, and Utility Aides(Day and evening shifts)Light refreshments will be served! We have openings for caring, hardworking individuals looking to make a difference in our community Stop in and see what a great place this is to work! If you are unable to make the job fair, email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org or apply in person to: The Pines at Whiting 509 Route 530 Whiting, NJ 08759 – 732-849-2047 EOE. (30) Now Hiring Nursing Assistants Apply online at Magnoliaal.com or in person at Magnolia Gardens 1935 Route 9, Toms River. 732-557-6500 or email hr@magnoliaal.com. (31) AVIAN, LLC - is seeking a Program Analyst to handle Risk Management and execute a newly revised Risk, Issue and Opportunity (RIO) process in a NAVAIR program office. For full job description, please visit our website at www.avianllc. com. Position ID # 1543.

(29) CHHA/CMA Clinical Services - The Pines is currently looking for a Full Time Certified Home Health Aide (w CMA license) to work in our in-house clinic. This individual will be responsible for providing care to independent living residents including assisting with bathing, dressing, and getting meals.

In addition, this position will assist the clinical nurse with general administrative responsibilities. Hours of the position are 3-11, including every other weekend. 2 years of CHHA experience required.

Certified Medication Aide license preferred. 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 (30 Experienced Landscaper - Who has experience in all areas of residential landscaping. 30-40 hours a week.

No lawn cutting. Own transportation. Brick 732-678-7584. (t/n)

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Aluminum Installer to build Sunrooms - and screenrooms in Ocean County. 5 years experience minimum. Will not train. Call Porch King 609-607-0008. (t/n) The Goddard School on Route 70 in Toms River - Is hiring for multiple full time and part time positions! We provide a warm, loving environment for children ages from 6 weeks to 6 years. We are looking for fun, energetic teachers. Must be available Monday through Friday, between the hours of 6:30am-6pm.

Looking to hire immediately. Salary based on experience. Benefits include Paid time off, 401K, and paid lunch on Fridays. To learn more about our available positions or to set up an interview call 732363-5530 or email your resume to dtomsriver2nj2@goddardschools.com.

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! 3-11 FT CNA(E/O weekend) 2 positions – Skilled Nursing. 11-7 FT CNA (E/O weekend) 1 Position (4 days a week). 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. 3-11 PT CHHA3 days week (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. (30)

Services PQ Painting & Home Improvement Services - Over 5 decades of service in NJ. Visit us online at pqpaintingservice.com. See our 2018 specials on our website. Winner of Angie’s List Super Service Award. Free estimates, reasonable rates, fully licensed and insured NJ Lic #13VH06752800. Call 732500-3063 or 609-356-2444. (t/n) Need A Ride - Airports, cruise, A.C., doctors. Save $$$. Senior discounts.

Tom. Save ad. 551-427-0227. (40)

Services Painting - By neat, meticulous craftsman who will beat any written estimate. Interior/exterior.

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(28) 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) All in 1 General Contracting/Handyman Services - All phases of interior and exterior repair,improvments, renovation. From A-Z, big or small, we do it all. Call Clark 732-850-5060.

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

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Services

Services

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Cleaning, home repairs, yard upgrades, etc. References upon request. Very diligent. Fair estimates.

Eddie Zsoka 732-608-4781. (31)

Car Service - 24/7. Doctors, shopping, airports, hospitals, cruise, shops, Atlantic City, family functions, NYC accomodations for large groups. Call for reasonable rates. Kerry 732-606-2725.

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Electrician - Licensed/Insured. Will do the jobs the big guys don’t want. Free estimates, senior discount. Call Bob 732608-7702. LIC #12170.

(40) Dee’s Cleaning Service - Cleaning homes like yours since 1994.

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(27) Landscape Services - Clean ups, dethatching, mulch & stone beds trimming, planting, & tearouts & more Call with needs 732-678-8681. (19) 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. (29)

The Original Family Fence A fully licensed and insured company in Ocean County has specialized in unique fence repairs and installations around the Garden State for over 35 years. We want your gate repairs, sectional repairs, and new installation inquiries! No job is too small for us to tend to in a day’s time. Call us today for your free estimate You might just be surprised with what is possible. NJ LIC: 13VH09125800. Phone 732773-3933, 732-674-6644.

(37) Super Natural Painting - Interior, exterior, custom painting, powerwashing. 20 years experience. Free estimates. Honest, dependable. D.P. 848992-4108. References available. (32) Bobs Waterproofing - Basement and crawlspace waterproofing. Mold testing, removal and prevention. Family owned. Fully licensed and insured.

Call Bob 732-616-5007. (t/n) Cleaning Services - Good prices.

Call 732-788-7986.

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Fire: Continued From Page 20 operated lights near or inside it. Always refuel any heat-producing appliance such as lanterns and stoves outside a tent and always store f lammable liquids outside the tent. Do not cook inside a tent. When preparing a campfire, a site should be selected that is away from grass, trees and tents. An area of 10 feet around the campfire should be cleared of ground litter, twigs, leaves, etc. The site should also be downwind from the sleeping area to prevent catching a tent or sleeping bag on fire from a spark or ember. Rocks should be placed directly around the campfire pit.

Before planning for a f ire, secure per mits f rom the proper authorities i f r e q u i r e d . I f we at he r c ond it ion s a re e spe cial ly d r y, che ck w it h t he proper authorities to determine if an open-burning ban has been placed into effect. If you really do not need a fi re for cooking, do not build one. A small spark is all it takes to ignite dry grass and leaves. Be sure to pay close attention to forest conditions and warnings from authorities.

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Before you go to sleep at night or if you leave the campsite for a while, be sure to extinguish the fire. Many forest fires are started each year from unattended campf ires or from those

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When using a camp stove or lantern, always fill it before each use. Do not refuel a hot stove or lantern. Wait until it cools and use a funnel to fill the appliance, wiping up all spills before re-lighting.

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FUN & GAMES

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Across 1 Willy Loman’s favorite son 5 Surrounded by 9 Site with a “Find a Doctor” section 14 Recline lazily 15 Ricky Martin’s “Livin’ La Vida __” 16 Firefighter Red 17 Jai __ 18 Ajar 19 Like the yolk in Eggs Benedict 20 “SportsCenter” co-anchor 23 Kenan’s comedy partner 24 Pottery material 25 Uproar 27 Microfilm unit 30 Tuba sound 32 To whom Lennon’s “Woman” is dedicated 33 Bit of shuteye 36 Cheers from the stands

39 Sharable PC files 41 Maker of candy “pieces” 42 Yorick’s skull in “Hamlet,” e.g.

43 Waiting room seat 44 “Location, location, location,” to a real estate agent 46 Test for M.A. seekers 47 Playwright Albee 49 Deli loaf 51 Cybermoniker 53 Word with map or code 55 “Morning Edition” broadcaster 56 Extreme onset of anxiety 62 Unrefined 64 Uproars 65 Better __ ever 66 Cutting beam 67 “Sommersby” actor Richard 68 Prefix with dextrous 69 Spirit of a people

70 Beach cover 71 Tree house Down 1 Not at all thrilling 2 City in southeast Kansas 3 Spanish dessert 4 Shrink back 5 Hi and bye on Lanai 6 Sister of Peter Rabbit 7 Rapper-turned-actor 8 Five-O detective’s nickname 9 Get ready in the bullpen 10 Dean’s URL ender 11 Overdraft fee, e.g.

12 One who digs hard rock?

13 How deadpan humor is delivered 21 Actor Guinness 22 “__ Room”: longtime kids’ show 26 Waterproof cover 27 Natty dressers 28 __-European

29 Caffeine jitters 30 Without letup 31 Tobacco kiln 34 Doomed Spanish fleet 35 Drop on a cheek 37 Israeli dance 38 Went too fast 40 __ City: Baghdad suburb 45 Aid in a bad way 48 Windshield cleaners 50 Wicker material 51 One who might call you his niece 52 Fat-avoiding Jack 53 Part of a squirrel’s stash 54 Demolished, in Devon 57 Reminds ad nauseam 58 Inspiration 59 Woeful words 60 Street fleet 61 Make mittens, say 63 “Gloria in Excelsis __”

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Boro, Bikes & Backyard BBQ POINT PLEASANT – The Point Pleasant Foundation for Excellence in Education is excited to announce that it will be hosting the 3rd annual “Boro, Bikes & Backyard BBQ” fundraising event on September 22, 2018 from 12-5 p.m.

The event is a self-guided bike tour of some of Point Pleasant’s finest backyards. It will give “the locals” a chance to take in the last days of summer by bi k ing th rough ou r beautif ul tow n, stopping for a sample of local food and taking a chance on winning some

amazing prizes!!

Off icial After Par ty: The SHOR E HOUSE at 5 p.m. There will be raffles and 50/50 drawings at 6:30. Drink and food specials all night for Riders in T-Shirts The 2017 tour sold out and raised more than $20,000. More on the 2017 tour is available on the Foundation Facebook page, Point Pleasant Foundation for Excellence in Education.

T-Shirt and Map Pick-Up: Thursday September 20, 2018 at The Idle Hour from 7-9 p.m.

Playdates In The Park

LAKEWOOD – Join us for a free playdate in the park this summer, August 2 at the Ocean County Park in Lakewood.

From 10 a.m. to Noon, we’ll be in the beach pavilion with snacks, refreshments, and activities. We will even bring our big prize wheel. Chubby Penguin Events & Parties will be bringing a character and an activity (balloon animals or a face painter) to each of Jersey Family Fun’s Playdates in

the Park this summer!

Guests who mark themselves as attending and who share this event on Facebook will be eligible for special prizes. The first 50 families that register will receive a special gift bag with items from our sponsors.

There is no charge to attend.

Please mark yourself as interested or attending in the Facebook event to be notified when we share more details.

AAUW-NOCB Celebrates 50th Anniversary

POINT PLEASANT – The AAUW N O RT H E R N O C E A N C O U N T Y BRANCH, formerly known as the Point Pleasant Branch, will be celebrating their 50th Anniversary (1968-2018) on September 22, 2018 from 12-4 p.m. at Jack Baker’s Lobster Shanty, 83 Channel

Drive, Point Pleasant.

For mer members and schola rsh ip recipients are welcome to be part of our celebration. Please contact us at A AUW NOCBNJ@gmail.com or call Maria Sendzik at 732-458-5567 for more information.

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. For more information, visit oceancountytourism.com.

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Tick Awareness Month: Tick-Borne Diseases

O C E A N COU N T Y – Tick- b or ne diseases are not spread between two people, but rather rely on ticks for transmission. All ticks have the potential to carry disease. Each life stage of tick has only one blood meal so they can molt and for reproduction. They do not drop off and bite again. They stay attached and feed until they are full.

An engorged tick looks like a little balloon fi lled with blood. Larvae, nymphs and female adults can engorge. While male adult ticks feed, they can’t engorge and therefore are usually not attached long enough for transmission. One exception is the male American Dog tick and Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever (RMSF) Most tick-borne diseases are carried in the tick’s digestive system and are transmitted by nymph and adult ticks inserting their mouthparts and feeding on a host. The minimum amount of feeding time for disease transmission varies depending on the disease: RMSF- 10-20 hrs.; Anaplasmosis, Babesiosis and Ehrlichiosis- 24 hrs.; Lyme Disease- 36-48 hrs. Transmission times for tularemia, and tick paralysis are unknown.

Ticks we have here in NJ and the diseases they could carry.

At this time, STARI and heartland Virus are not a problem here in NJ. Symptoms of tick-borne diseases are somewhat similar and though not always present, may include skin rash, general tiredness, fever and/or chills, headache,

stiff neck, muscle aches, joint pain, dizziness. It is important to watch for symptoms and talk to your health-care provider. Early treatment can be very effective.

In 2016 within Ocean County, the NJ Health Department reported 274 cases of Lyme disease, 25 cases of Babesiosis, 11 cases of Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever and 17 cases of Ehrlichiosis. POW is not a common disease for us in Ocean County.

For more detailed information on potential tick-borne diseases and safety, please consult the following web sites: Rutgers Fact Sheet: njaes.rutgers.edu/ tick/ New Jersey Department of Health Communicable Disease Service: nj.gov/health/ cd Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) : cdc.gov/ticks/diseases You may have heard about people who can no longer eat red meat. This is not a disease, but an allergic reaction to an alpha-gal protein found in the saliva of a lone star tick and is in red meat (some medications may contain alpha-gal).

Some people develop anti-bodies to this alpha-gal protein, which in turn can cause an allergic reaction (hives, trouble breathing, etc.) 3-6 hours after eating red meat. Does that mean you can never eat meat again? Not necessarily, but as some reactions can be severe, consult a medical professional if you have questions.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of JUNE 30 - JUly 6

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (Mar 21-Apr. 19): You may yearn for someone’s kindhearted ministrations as you endure frustrations in the week ahead. Menial tasks and repetitive chores may prevent you from enjoying fun with your friends and loved ones.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): A lack of restraint when it comes to spending money or making promises can place you in the doghouse. In the week ahead, you may find that people are more critical and exacting, so it is necessary to be discreet.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You might not be able to trust everything you hear in the week ahead. Your partner may sugarcoat a problem or co-workers could promise more than they can deliver. It may be up to you to offer up some tough love.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You may be torn two ways as this week unfolds. One part of you wants to spoil the kids or lavish money on hobbies, but your other side wants to save up money for a rainy day. It is better to be safe than sorry.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Sometimes being selfish and self-centered about how you delegate your time is in your best interest. In the week ahead people may consider you a killjoy because you are focused on achievement rather than merriment.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You may be great at business decisions, but personal extravagances can cancel out your gains. As this week unfolds you will find it is better for your bottom line to focus on making money rather than spending money.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Sugar and spice and everything nice just won’t cut the mustard. Your casual assurances may be held up to scrutiny in the week ahead. You may go overboard with spending or be attracted to something ostentatious.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Put your latest greatest plans on hold. You may have the best intentions and the shrewdest ideas but whatever you begin in the upcoming week might run into unexpected obstacles. Avoid making casual promises.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Your naturally generous nature may be limited to spending time rather than money on others.

You may be happy to socialize and offer referrals but24 being thrifty with money may be a prime consideration this week.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Adversity doesn’t just test character, it reveals it. In the week ahead, you will need all the grit and determination you can muster to deal with a busy schedule. Use your street smarts to navigate tricky situations.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Loved ones could make demands and expect you to obey commands. In the week ahead, you might find that someone’s heavy work load requires you to offer unquestioning support.

Your loyalty will be rewarded.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Work hard to reach your goals in the upcoming week.

Don’t be discouraged by minor setbacks.

Frivolous pastimes may lighten up the office environment, but the boss may express disapproval if time is wasted.

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wolfgang puck’s kitchen Summer Breeze: This Recipe Is As Easy And Flexible As A Summer Day

By Wolfgang Puck TANDOORI-STYLE CHICKEN KEBABS WITH FRESH MANGO-GINGER CHUTNEY Serves 4 For the mango-ginger chutney: 3/4 teaspoon peanut oil 1/2 medium red onion, diced 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/4 jalapeno chile, fi nely chopped 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger 1 strip lemon zest, 1/4 inch (6 mm) wide by 3 inches (7.5 cm) long 3/4 teaspoon dark brown sugar 3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar 1 large ripe mango, peeled, pitted and cut into 1/4-inch (6-mm) dice Grated zest of 1/2 orange Juice of 1/2 orange For the chicken kebabs: 1 1/2 pounds (750 g) boneless skinless chicken pieces, white or dark meat or a combination 3/4 teaspoon whole cumin seeds 3/4 teaspoon whole coriander seeds 1 cup (250 mL) nonfat plain yogurt 1 tablespoon honey 1 tablespoon fi nely chopped scallion 1 1/2 teaspoons fi nely chopped fresh ginger 1 1/2 teaspoons fi nely chopped garlic 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more as needed 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 1/4 cup (60 mL) coarsely chopped fresh cilantro leaves For the mango-ginger chutney, heat the peanut oil in a medium

saute pan over medium heat. Add the onion, and saute until tender, about 4 minutes. Add the salt, pepper, jalapeno, ginger, lemon zest and brown sugar. Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the sugar has melted completely and begins to turn syrupy, 1 to 2 minutes longer.

Carefully stir in the vinegar; cook, stirring, for about 3 minutes longer. Stir in the mango, orange zest and juice; cook, stirring frequently, until thick, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer the chutney to a stainless-steel or glass bowl, and leave it at room temperature until cooled.

Transfer the cooled chutney to a food processor fitted with the stainless-steel blade, and pulse until coarsely pureed. Transfer to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate.

For the chicken kebabs, place 8 bamboo or wooden skewers in a shallow dish; add cold water to cover, and leave to soak for about 1 hour; then drain well. (Alternatively, use metal skewers, skipping the soaking.)

Cut the chicken into 1-inch (2.5-cm) chunks, and thread them on the skewers. Arrange the skewers in a shallow, nonreactive dish.

In a small dry skillet, toast the cumin and coriander seeds over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, just until fragrant and slightly darkened, 1 to 2 minutes. Immediately transfer to a heatproof dish to cool.

Put the cooled toasted seeds in a blender with the yogurt, honey, scallion, ginger, garlic, black pepper, salt and red pepper flakes.

Blend thoroughly. Add the cilantro leaves, and process until pureed and thoroughly blended. Pour this marinade over the skewers, turning them to coat the chicken evenly. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate no longer than 2 hours.

To cook the kebabs, preheat a grill. Remove the kebabs from the marinade, shaking off excess; discard the marinade. Season the kebabs to taste with salt. Grill until the chicken is golden brown on all sides and cooked through, about 10 minutes total.

Serve the kebabs on a platter or individual plates, passing the chutney alongside at the table. Reserve any extra chutney for another use.

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