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–Photo courtesy of Brookdale Community College Ex-Toms River South player Justin Fall contributed to Brookdale’s winning season.

By Chris Christopher Tymere Berry, the former Toms River High School South standout now starring for the Monmouth University football team, has earned a berth on the All-Big South Conference first team as a defensive back.

Berry, a redshirt junior and a two-year starter at cornerback, was a second team all-conference selection last season after leading the Big South in passes defended with 16 passes defended, includ-

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ing 14 breakups, for the Hawks. He ranked fifth in the NCAA in passes defended and posted 43 total tackles, including 33 solo stops.

He played in 11 games, picked off two passes and made 4 1/2 tackles for 11 yards lost. He blocked one kick.

Other local players on the Hawks’ roster are Freehold resident Ryan Wetzel, a senior offensive lineman and a first team selection out of Colts Neck;

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER - In the 2018-2019 school year, there will be 15 new Class III special officers, bringing the tally up to one armed police officer in every school.

Currently, there are four officers who patrol the schools, Police Chief Mitch Little said. Ten of the new ones will allow the department to have one officer in each of the town’s 14 public schools. There will also be one officer stationed at the campus where Donovan Catholic and St. Joseph Grade School are located. The four remaining hires will be substitutes.

School officers are there for security, but they have another role, Little explained.

They are there to get to know the students, and become a source that kids can look up to and trust, so that children can come to them if they have a problem.

The school officers will wear the same uniforms as those on patrol because the department wants students to equate the two.

These Class III officers are certified police officers who have completed additional training, he said. By law, Class III officers can only be used in schools.

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An official with the New Je r s e y D e p a r t m e nt of Transportation said paving is completed on Route 166, south of Route 37.

In mid-July, the Route 166 barrier curb on the south side of Route 37 was finished.

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Continued From Page 1 graduate student Vinny Grasso, a wide receiver from Donovan Catholic, senior wide receiver Matt Castronuova (Jackson Memorial), sophomore running back Mike Gawlik (Jackson Memorial), freshman offensive lineman Scott Prendergast (Howell), sophomore defensive back Brady Watson (Brick Memorial), sophomore offensive lineman Justin Szuba (Brick Memorial), junior defensive lineman Adam Kakar (Toms River North) and freshman wide receiver Eddie Morales (Howell).

Berry, Wetzel, named an all-conference first team offensive lineman, and others were honored at the annual Big South Conference Football Media Day at the Renaissance Suites Hotel in Charlotte, N.C. The honorees were chosen in a vote of the league’s head coaches and a media panel.

“It means a lot to be recognized by my peers and the other coaches,” Berry said on the Hawks’ Facebook page at the event.

Grasso was second on the Hawks in reception last year with 29 for 315 yards. He blazed 66 yards with a punt return for a touchdown.

He rushed for 79 yards and one touchdown on three carries. He returned two kickoffs for 23 yards. He appeared in 12 games.

Castronuova hauled in six passes for 34 yards in 2017 and returned five kickoffs for 98 yards. He returned one punt for four yards. He plated in 12 games.

Kakar made six tackles, including three solos, in 10 games.

The Hawks were selected to finish second

in the 2018 Big South Preseason Poll, their highest predicted finish since joining the league in 2014.

Monmouth, which finished second a season ago in the conference at 4-1, earned 82 total points and one first place vote. Defending Big South champion Kennesaw State received 17 of a possible 18 first place votes and garnered 107 points.

The poll’s voters were the league’s head coaches and a media panel.

The Hawks return 16 starters, including 10 on offense, from last year’s NCAA Playoff team, which was 9-3 overall. Kevin Callahan, who is in his 26th season as the lone head coach in program history, ranks 10th among active NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision coaches with 144 wins - all at the West Long Branch school.

“Our mentality is that we have to be better than we were last season,” Berry said. “We want to get over that hump.”

Berry hopes to fill the void created by the loss of standout defensive back Mike Basile (Brick Memorial) and others to graduation.

Berry said taking on the team’s high-powered offense in practice will improve his play.

“Going against our offensive players will make me better,” he said. “When it is game time, they will make me better. We have a lot of young guys taking a lot of reps (repetitions) in the defensive backfield. They are stepping up and trying to fill the void that we lost.”

Berry said he enjoys playing for the Hawks.

“From the improved facilities to the players to what we do to get ready for the season the only way to go is up,” he said. “Go Hawks.”

Monmouth will open its regular season Saturday, Aug. 31, at Eastern Michigan University at 6:30 p.m. The game will air on ESPN+. The Hawks will host Hampton University in their home opener Saturday, Sept. 8, at Kessler Stadium.

Beverette signs: Former Lakewood standout Tyrice Beverette has signed a contract with the Cincinnati Bengals.

The safety tried out for the team as an undrafted free agent in rookie minicamp.

He also tried out for the New York Jets.

Beverette, a former Stony Brook University defensive back, is on the Bengals’ 90-man roster. The team cut a player to make room for Beverette, a 6-foot, 210-pound safety. He is one of eight defensive backs, including rookie second round draft pick Jessie Bates, in camp.

Beverette, who hopes to be on the Bengals’ regular season roster, clocked a 4.26 in the short shuttle, which would have placed him fifth among all safeties invited to the NFL Combine.

Beverette was a three-year starter at Stony Brook where he earned third team All-Colonial Athletic Association honors last season as a senior. He was a second team All-CAA selection as a junior.

Thor in NFL: Ira Thor, a Howell Township Board of Education member, has been named the New York Jets’ new crew chief and head statistician.

“The Jets called me and asked if I would consider taking a gameday role on their staff,” said Thor, who is in his first year of a three-year term. “Four years ago, my Sundays changed forever and I got to live a

dream when I became the permanent internal public address announcer for the New York Giants. Now, I will work on gamedays for both teams. It’s cool to work for both teams.”

Thor, a Fair Lawn graduate, is the Director of Athletic Communications and Marketing at New Jersey City University.

“I have been truly blessed with great opportunities in my career,” he said, “and am extremely grateful for yet another one. My Sundays will be busy from August through December and hopefully into January, but I wouldn’t change a thing.”

Thor played on the boys soccer and boys volleyball teams at Fair Lawn High School.

He was on the Cutters’ volleyball team which won the first NJSIAA state title in 1995. He played club volleyball in college.

“I just know the game (football) and have a broadcasting background,” Thor said.

Thor coaches recreational soccer and basketball teams in Howell and coaches traveling soccer in Colts Neck.

Off to college: Senior tight end-defensive end Sean Morris of the Barnegat Bengals has committed to Holy Cross of NCAA Division I-AA. Morris fielded three Division I-A and 14 Division I-AA offers before choosing the New England school.

Papcun packs pop: Brick resident Pete Papcun finished the season in a two-way tie for second on the Hawks’ baseball team in home runs with eight.

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Continued From Page 2 slugging percentage (.503) on the club among the regulars. He was third on the club in runs batted in with 36 and hit one triple. He scored 20 runs.

The ex-Colt batted .258 (40-for-155). He played in 44 games and started 41 as the Hawks were 30-25 overall, including 16-7 in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference.

Teammate Chris Hawryluk, a sophomore from Jackson Memorial, saw limited action in relief.

Monmouth’s director of Baseball Operations was former Toms River South standout Jeff Barbalinardo, who starred for the Hawks. He has also served as a Monmouth assistant coach.

Fall a winner: Former Toms River South player Justin Fall finished in a three-way tie for first place in wins (7-2) at Brookdale Community College.

The freshman paced the Jersey Blues in innings pitched (64 1/3), strikeouts (72) and complete games (five). The owner of a 5.74 earned run average, Fall pitched in 12 games and started a team-high 11.

Other local players on the Jersey Blues’ roster were freshman pitcher Mike Soldo (Brick Township), sophomore pitcher Alec Merritt (Brick Memorial), freshman infielder Ryan O’Sullivan (Lacey Township), freshman pitcher Jayden Tisseker (Brick Township), sophomore outfielder Marco Meleo (Freehold), freshman outfielder Andrew Serrino (Brick Township) and freshman pitcher James Wynne (Howell Township).

Soldo was 3-4 with one save and an 11.92 earned run average in 12 games, including six starts. He pitched 25 2/3 innings, allowing 37 hits, 28 walks and whiffing 23.

Merritt was 0-2 with a 7.94 earned run average in 11 1/3 innings. He allowed 12 hits, walked seven and whiffed five. He appeared in six games and started two.

O’Sullivan, who played in 22 games, batted .235 (11-for-51), hit one double scored eight runs and drove in seven runs.

Tisseker, the owner of an 0-1 record and a 7.40 earned run average, posted one save. He appeared in 15 games and started one. In 24 1/3 innings, he allowed 33 hits and yielded 17 walks while striking out 17.

Meleo, who played in 55 games, batted .459 (90-for-196). He drove in 30 runs, scored 38 runs and hit 12 doubles and one triple.

He slugged .377 and put up a .388 on-base percentage. He stole 10 bases in 15 attempts.

Serrino batted .281, stroking 16 hits, including five doubles, in 57 at-bats in 28 games.

He scored 12 runs and plated six. He stole two bases in three attempts. He put up a .379 on-base percentage and a .368 slugging percentage.

Wynne, who led the team in saves with four, was 4-2 with a 3.29 earned run average in 54 2/3 innings. He surrendered 60 hits and nine walks while striking out 42. He appeared in 20 games and started one.

The Jersey Blues were 36-21 overall, including 17-7 in National Junior College Athletic Association Division III Region XIX and the Garden State Athletic Conference.

More on the diamond: On the Monmouth women’s softball team was former Brick

Township High School player Christine Frazee, who saw limited action as a reliever.

The Hawks were 32-16 overall, including 19-1 in the MAAC. They won their first regular season title since 1999 and captured their initial conference tournament title. They made their first NCAA Regional Tournament appearance in program history.

They lost 4-0 to Ohio University in the first elimination game in the NCAA Softball Knoxville Regional in Tennessee.

Trio wins honors: Three local players on the Brookdale Community College women’s softball team earned postseason honors.

Named All-Region XIX first team and All-GSAC first team was sophomore second baseman Paige Eckert (Howell). A second team All-Region XIX and first team AllGSAC selection was freshman outfielder Tori Lucarelli (Brick Memorial).

A second team All-GSAC player was sophomore catcher-third baseman Bridget Coulahan (Howell).

Named an NJCAA III first team All-American infielder, Eckert paced the Jersey Blues in runs batted in (63), home runs (seven), hits (80 in 180 at-bats), on-base percentage (.462 among the club’s regulars), slugging percentage (.700) and doubles (21).

She was second among the regulars in batting average (.444) and runs scored (58). She finished in a three-way tie for first on the club in games played (51). She added two triples and stole seven bases in eight attempts.

Eckert was named the Most Valuable Player of the Region XIX District E Tournament championship game as she went 3-for-4, drove in one run and scored one run in an 8-0 win over Camden County College.

The second baseman fielded .945. She finished with 201 chances and made 101 putouts. She handed out 84 assists, made 11 errors and helped turn six double plays.

Lucarelli, who played in 49 games, batted .391 (63-for-161). She plated 29 runs and was third on the team in runs scored (55) and hits.

Among her hits were 10 doubles and one triple. She stole 12 bases in 14 attempts for second on the team. She slugged .466 and put up a .409 on-base percentage.

Coulahan batted .365 (61-for-167). She was second on the team in runs batted in (52) and scored 45 runs. She put up a .429 on-base percentage and a .509 slugging percentage.

She was 2-for-2 in stolen base attempts in 51 games. She hit four home runs and 12 doubles.

Freshman teammate Alyssa Raimondo, a third baseman from Toms River East, batted .342 (54-for-158) in 51 games.

Among her hits were one homer, three triples and eight doubles. She drove in 40 runs and scored 38. She finished the season with a .449 slugging percentage and a .413 on-base percentage.

The Jersey Blues placed fifth in the NJCAA Division III Tournament. They were ranked third in the final NJCAA Division III poll of the season.

Brookdale was 34-17 overall. It won the Region XIX and GSAC titles at 11-1.

Putman earns honor: Recent Monmouth graduate Mackenzie Putman, who hails from Toms River North, made the Intercollegiate Women’s Lacrosse Coaches Assocation Zags Sports Division I Academic (College - See Page 6)

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Continued From Page 4 Honor Roll for the second straight season.

Putman majored in business. The midfielder was scoreless in seven games this year when she notched three caused turnovers and hustled to one ground ball.

The Hawks shared the MAAC regular season title at 6-2 with Marist, Fairfield and Canisus. Monmouth was 8-10 overall.

Meanwhile, former Howell Township player Reese Parr, a junior member of the Rowan University Profs, also was named to the IWLCA Zag Sports Division III Academic Honor Roll.

She saw playing time in every game at attack, scoring five goals and handing out three assists for eight points. She collected 16 ground balls.

Enrolled in the mechanical engineering program, Parr has been a Rowan Scholar-Athlete for three straight years. She is a member of the Chi Alpha Sigma National College Athlete Honor Society and is a New Jersey Athletic Conference honorable mention selection.

Parr helped the Profs to a 14-4 overall record.

And two Stockton University players made the IWLCA Zag Sports Division III Academic Honor Roll.

Senior Amanda Scarpa (Freehold Township) was honored for the second straight season. Another honoree was junior Melanie Patterson (Jackson Liberty).

Scarpa, a defender who started each of the Ospreys’ 18 games, anchored a defense that registered a 10.63 goals against average per game. She was second on the team in ground balls (42) and caused turnovers (19).

She started every Stockton game over the past four years and finished her career as the five-year-old program’s leader in ground balls (113) and third in caused turnovers (56).

Patterson played in 18 games and started 14.

The midfielder scored 24 goals and dished three assists for 27 points. She was third on

jerseyshoreonline.com the team in draw controls (34) and added 16 ground balls and 11 caused turnovers in her third season on the team.

Duo cited: Two local players were named to the All-Region XIX team after starring for Brookdale in men’s lacrosse.

Cited were sophomore defender-midfielder Jake Dudics, a former Freehold Township player who lives in Howell, and freshman defender Pat Gazzillo, a Colts Neck graduate and a Freehold Township resident.

Dudics scored four goals and added two assists for six points. He added 28 ground balls. He appeared in eight games and started seven.

Gazzillo hustled to 21 ground balls. He played in and started six games.

Freshman teammate Dan Clayton, a Howell resident from St. Rose, put home four goals for four points and added six ground balls. He appeared in four games and started one.

Brookdale was 2-7 overall, including 1-1 in Region XIX and the GSAC Strikes and smarts: Six local athletes from the Felician University women’s bowling team have been named to the National Tenpin Coaches Association (NTCA) All-Academic team Cited were sophomore Nicole Aumack, an education major and a former Brick Township standout; junior Kaitlyn Buck, a psychology major from Howell; senior Michelle Gulino, a criminal justice major from Howell; senior Alex Laurenzano, a graphic design major from Brick Township; senior Kristin Natoli, a senior biology major from Howell, and Jessica Zalewski, a senior elementary education major from Barnegat.

In 2017-18, Aumack put up a 3.629 grade point average, Buck a 3.508, Gulino a 3.969, Laurenzano a 3.959, Natoli a 4.000 and Zalewski a 3.322.

In the cumulative GPA department, Aumack owns a 3.557, Buck a 3.634, Gulino a 3.973, Laurenzano a 3.967, Natoli a 3.978 and Zalewski a 3.523.

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Armed: Continued From Page 1 The cost for the officers’ salaries will be split between Toms River Regional Schools and the township. Each entity will pay half of the officers’ salaries. Donovan Catholic, a private school, will pay 100 percent of the salary of the officer assigned to that campus. Any other private school that attains one in the future will also have to pay 100 percent.

The total the township will pay is half a million dollars, officials said. No benefits are connected with these positions.

Additionally, the township will be adding Class II armed offi cers to be used throughout the township, parks, municipal buildings, and special events. Class IIs can be retired within three years or on a current list to be hired.

“As the town gets bigger, the demands

166: Continued From Page 1 retaining wall reconstruction remain ongoing. That work, according to officials, should be completed by summer’s end.

“Once this work is finished, the contractor will be able to complete curb, sidewalk, roadway reconstruction, and drainage work on Route 166 north of Route 37. The final stage will be to constr uct the median bar rier curb,”

The Toms River Times, August 18, 2018, Page 7 on the police grow,” Mayor Thomas Kelaher said.

In order to properly oversee the additional officers, a new unit had to be structured within the department, Little said. This will be led by a new lieutenant and two sergeants.

The new lieutenant and sergeants will be promoted from within, and then new police officers will be hired at the starting rate to fill in the promotions, he said. The number of regular officers will remain unchanged.

The department will reduce the number of Class I officers, who are unarmed, through attrition, he said.

The ordinance making this change was introduced at the most recent Township Council meeting and passed unanimously on introduction. A second reading of the ordinance is expected at the Aug. 28 meeting, which is scheduled to start at 6 p.m. in Town Hall.

NJDOT’s Matthew Saidel said.

After this summer’s vacation season ends, the work to reconstruct the roadway north of Route 37 will begin. That will include some driveway apron work.

“NJDOT and the contractor will continue to provide advanced notice and coordinate any access issues for the businesses within the project limits,” Saidel said.

The $12 million project is expected to be completed by year’s end.

Faith: Continued From Page 1 “The event is for anybody and everybody that’s interested in what the Christian community is doing in Ocean County, what churches are doing, and want to learn how to get plugged into a church,” Paul Hulse of Haven said. “It’s about getting people to come back to the church. A lot of people in the county, the church culture, people have a lot of barriers to it. We want them to know that going to church, believing in Jesus, isn’t so bad.”

Opening ceremonies are 3-8 p.m. Aug. 24, and will be led by Pastor Walter Healy of the Church of Grace and Peace in Toms River.

“The vast majority of Americans believe in the Christian God. It is true that many don’t attend church but they still believe in God. They’ve grown weary of the visible church but they still believe in prayer and the God who answers prayer,” Healy said.

“We invite all believers to participate because we all need to see God intervene in the ills of our society and create a healthier territory.”

From noon to 5 p.m. Aug. 25, “live testimonies” will be held. In addition, there will be face painting, live music, Ampzone, and multiple vendors. Guests are asked to bring their own lawn chairs all three days.

And on Sunday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 25, closing ceremonies will be led by Pastor Paul Gifford of First Assembly of God in

Toms River.

“We feel that at this time it would be a great benefit to the community to see some light shed. By creating an atmosphere where we can pray for individuals, recognize public officials, and let the community know we’re here to help in times of crisis and times of need,” Gifford said.

“We’re here to support Paul and the ongoing efforts that he’s making in our community with being a light to those that are less fortunate,” Gifford said. “We support him monthly. We partner with him.”

The nondenominational event seeks to bring people together to bring healing to a region known as ground zero in the opioid epidemic in New Jersey.

“Obviously, prayer events are for believers in God. The scripture points out that the ills in a territory will get ‘healed’ contingent on the people of God seeking Him with all their heart. ‘2 Chronicles 7:14 (ESV) if my people who are called by my name humble themselves, and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and heal their land,’” Healy said. “Also, although there are many assemblies within any given town or city in America, the Biblical view is that there is only one church. As church refers to people and not to a building, those many assemblies sometimes need to come together in the unity of the spirit. This occasion of City on Our Knees is such a time.”

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

Toms River To Continue Fight Against Loss Of School State Aid

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The Mayor - by MayorThomas F. Kelaher The following is a letter addressed to Toms River residents regarding the state plan to lower state aid to cer tain districts, i nclud i ng Tom s R ive r, over the course of several years.

Dear Toms River Resident: On July 10, 2018, the Tom s R ive r gove r n i ng body unanimously passed a resolution condemning

the school aid cuts. The resolution urged passage of legislation introduced by state Senator James Holzapfel, Assemblymen Gregory McGuckin and David Wolfe, that would protect towns impacted

by Superstor m Sandy from facing large cuts in school aid.

We hop e you u nde rstand that the Toms River governing body has absolutely no control over t h e leg i sl a t io n t h a t i s responsible for these cuts.

The State Legislature and G ove r n o r Mu r p hy a r e solely responsible for this action.

I urge every resident and

family to contact Governor Murphy and State Senate President Steve Sweeney so that they will understand the negative i mpact t hese cut s w ill have on the Toms River Regional School District.

Thank you for your commitment to the students and faculty of the Toms

Defense Spending A Bipartisan Issue From The Desk Of

Congressman Tom MacArthur WASHI NGTON, D.C. – Du r i ng my time i n Congress, I have always been willing to work with anyone - Democrats and Republicans - to achieve some real results for our c o m m u n it y. T h e n o n partisan Lugar Center at Georgetown Universit y recently named me again

among the most bipartisan membe r s of Cong ress, because I work against Washington gridlock and stand up for Burlington and Ocean Counties.

I worked to secure millions of dollars in Medicare funding for Deborah Heart and Lung Center, allowing them to hire more staff

Capitol Comments Senator Cory Booker

Capitol Comments Senator Robert Menendez

NEWARK – U.S. Senators Bob Menendez and Cory Booker (both D-N.J.) announced a combined $28,106,756 in grants from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Community Planning

and Development (CPD) Program to revitalize struggling communities, expand affordable housing and services to low-income individuals and families, and prevent homelessness.

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and invest in health care technology. As co-chair of the Bipartisan Heroin Task Force, I have advocated for those suffering from addiction and I have gotten law enforcement resources to keep drugs off our streets. I want to take a moment to update you on another issue that I have been working on in Congress recently.

We have a national obligation to care for our service members and their families. President Trump sig ned t he Fiscal Yea r 2019 national defense bill into law. T he National

Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) passed through both the House and Senate with overwhelming bipartisan support.

This legislation reaff i r ms ou r com m it ment to our men and women in uniform, restores our military’s strength, and gives ser vice members their largest pay raise in nine years. I was proud to support this legislation that provides our military with the tools and resources needed to successfully combat today’s threats at home and abroad.

Throughout my time in

Congress, supporting the men and women at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst has been one of my top priorities. JB MDL is our community’s largest employer, supporting 42,000 di rect jobs and over 100,000 total jobs, and is our nation’s premier air mobility, training, and technology base. Not only does this year’s NDAA provide f unding for 15 KC-46 refueling tankers at JB MDL, it protects the future of the Joint Base and our local economy by not authorizing a Base Realignment and Closure

R iver Regional School District so that they may continue to receive the qu al it y e ducat ion t h at each and every child deserves.

Gov. Murphy’s office can be reached at (609) 2926000. Steve Sweeney’s office can be reached at (856) 251-9801.

(BRAC) Commission.

Strengthening and securing the future of Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst is critical in order to defend our homeland and protect thousands of New Jersey jobs. I will continue fighting for JB MDL, our service members, and their families.

I won’t ever be blinded by partisanship and I refuse to take part in the gridlock that prevents progress in Washington. If I can ever be of any assistance, please contact me by visiting my website: macarthur.house. gov.

Menendez, Booker Announce Over $28M in Federal Funding struggling communities takes a comprehensive approach that recognizes the importance of safe, affordable housing, economic opportunity and the services individuals and families need to overcome obstacles and secure their future,” said Sen. Menendez, the ranking member of the Senate Subcommittee on Housing, Transportation, and Community Development.

“That’s why I’ve always fought for the resources our local communities need to transform their visions into reality.”

“All New Jerseyans deserve the stability and the dignity of a roof over their head,” said Sen. Booker. “During my days as a housing ad-

vocate and later as Mayor of Newark, I saw firsthand the challenges families face in trying to secure safe and affordable housing. Federal investments like this are vital to lifting up our most vulnerable communities and creating a stronger and more prosperous future for all New Jerseyans.”

The CPD Program consists of five specific grant opportunities: The Community Development Block (CDBG) Grant, the Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG), the HOME Investment Partnership (HOME), the Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) program, and the Housing Trust

Fund (HTF).

The following communities are receiving funding from the below CPD Programs: CDBG: $387,416: Asbury Park $1,532,909: Bayonne $1,448,683: Burlington County $242,715: Ewing Township $1,354,747: Gloucester County $595,919: Hamilton Township $1,075,286: Hoboken $1,969,138: Hudson County $458,333: Long Branch $251,171: Middletown Township $2,618,435: Monmouth County $636,830: North Bergen Township $290,766: Ocean City

$1,336,919: Passaic $610,466: Perth Amboy $1,003,951: Union City ESG: $197,146: Camden $165,432: Hudson County $199,439: Monmouth County HOME: $877,220: Camden $889,169: Burlington County $626,323: Gloucester County $2,717,885: Hudson County $593,390: Mercer County $1,493,634: Monmouth County $803,709: Passaic $371,657: Perth Amboy HOPWA: $925,922: Camden

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY Letters To The Editor

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Not Enough Water For All This Development During the last part of Gov. Christie’s administration, the NJ Department of Environmental Protection released their “Water Management Act” of 2017. This program was last published in 1996 and was supposed to be done every 5 years. Now we are 22 years behind, and much has changed in this state since 1996.

With ever-growing development planned and executed since then, our water forecast looks grim. With ever more construction planned in Ocean County alone, i.e. from Manchester (at the Heritage Minerals site) to Forked River in Lacey Township (plans are to add 30,000 new residents), in Barnegat (another 20,000), and in Manahawkin, Stafford Township, the Walters Homes Co. plans to bring development to the intersection of Route 9 and Route 72. Just considering traffic issues and not just during the summer months when tourists want to reach the shore towns - we here in Ocean County are already choking on traffic year-round and the state does not have the resources to fund all new roads.

The Water Management Act of 2017 clearly states that there will be clean drinking water shortages in many areas of New Jersey. Our area suffers from a water deficit by 58.8 MGD (million gallons per day) in Maurice, Salem and

Cohansey Water Management Area. We may be out of water by 2020 and so will be some northern areas near the Delaware Water Gap and on the east in Hudson, Hackensack, Middle Passaic, Whippany and Rockaway WMA. And with water shortages, these new homes in planned development areas will turn on their spigot with NO water coming out! That will bring in saltwater intrusion with rotting water and sewer lines, rotting indoor plumbing including washing machines, hot water heaters and certainly complete failure of private wells.

Records show that in 1950, Lacey Township had 966 residents! Of course that changed after Oyster Creek was built and lower property taxes brought in many new residents. Union Township had 1,173 people, Stafford had 1,347 people, and Jackson Twp. had 3,513 residents according to Ocean County records. Now one has to wonder what lack of clean drinking water will hold for the future in these areas. Remember, the date for lack of water is forecasted to be close: 2020 (A year and a half from now!)

Margit Meissner-Jackson Acting Chair and Conservation Chair Sierra Club, Ocean County Group

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The Swamp” In Toms River

While many of the residents of Toms River are having a hard time trying to afford their healthcare payments, people with political connections are able to obtain healthcare cheaply.

If you are powerful Republican or Democrat looking for cheap benefits, you can get appointed a commissioner on the Toms River Municipal Utilities Authority. Once appointed, you can receive $24,852 worth of health insurance for only $1,028 a year. A commissioner on the MUA doesn’t even work full time. They attend monthly meetings that last about 30 minutes for which they receive a salary of $2,000 plus benefits.

Governor Christie attempted to end this abuse of political power by not allowing part-time political appointees to participate in the state health program.

Unfortunately, the Toms River Council and MUA found a way to get around this by going with a private health carrier.

The MUA Commission should be a volunteer board just like all the rest of the boards in Toms River. People serve on the Planning Board, Board of Adjustment and the Board of Education without pay or any benefits.

It is time for Toms River Council to pass an ordinance removing these benefits and stop rewarding their friends.

Nels Luthman Toms River

The Cost Of Socialism

The daily discussion of Socialism’s and Democratic Socialism’s pros and cons on cable news channels and in newspapers has been very interesting to my husband and me. We had the good fortune to take a Baltic Sea cruise recently to many of the countries being used as examples of what can be accomplished under Democratic Socialism. I thought your readers might be interested in information given by local tour guides on our daily 2-3 hour city trips.

In Copenhagen, Denmark the guide informed us that purchasing a new car required paying a 150% tax on it to the government.

Therefore, the true cost of a $30,000 vehicle is $75,000 after the $45,000 tax is paid.

The number of bicycles used by residents of Copenhagen may be as much a financial decision by a family as the environmental decision usually given as a reason for the large use of them in the city.

The guide in Stockholm, Sweden, also brought up their tax structure during our city tour. Sweden has a cradle to grave care system.

She informed us that when a child is born the parents receive $129 every month to purchase food for the child until they are 16 years old. All children can go to university but only those that have high academic ability will be going for free. Parents of children not meeting the academic ability requirements can

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Make Yourself Heard

The people of Toms River face an array of issues – taxes, traffic, the environment, education. Issues that will impact Brick 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.

still send their children to university but will pay for it themselves. In order to pay for these programs along with many others there is a progressive tax system in Sweden. The lowest tax rate is 15% and the guide did not mention if anyone was ever exempted from this lowest rate. The highest rate is 58%. Someone in the front of the bus must have asked the guide’s feelings about paying these tax rates, because she said “We are just used to it.” I wondered, too, myself whether a professional athlete making $10 million in the United States would “get used to” giving $5,800,000 to the government to spend as it wished.

Between now and the upcoming November elections we will be bombarded with promises, accusations, and “misspoken” statements from and about candidates and various programs and projects. Each voter will have to decide if they are willing to “get used to” paying the taxes needed to support cradle to grave programs or if they prefer to vote for another candidate more aligned to their fiscal thinking.

Barbara Kochie Brick Editor’s note: Some research online showed that the most expensive cars are taxed at 150 percent.

Cheaper models are 85 percent. There are more complicated details about this that can be found online.

The $30,000 example that the author uses would likely be taxed at 85 percent rather than 150 percent. Still a very large tax, but stated for the sake of accuracy.

Association Shouldn’t Fine For Feeding Animals I am a resident of Village III for 12 years. I own a quad but not the land as the Board of Health pointed out.

You can’t feed the cats that are thrown out when their mama dies. The association has no rules or programs for the animals that are thrown out but, boy oh boy, do they make money with fines.

The animals that live here should be accounted for, that they have their shots, are fixed, and even a picture of who will take them when mama dies.

But all the association wants is money. They get rich on fines.

The association sticks a piece of paper to sign before you move in saying you will not feed the animals. The cruelty is unbelievable. We are in the middle of the woods.

The bookkeeper says there is “plenty to eat” in the woods (sticks, dirt, stones).

It’s your neighbor who reports you of course. They get benefits like a new roof right away.

After the association fines you to death, they call the Board of Health which is another $500 first time fine (don’t our taxes pay the Board of Health?) It’s horrible for the animals and us.

I know a lot of people don’t care for the animals, but they would never let them starve. I am allergic to cats but I called over 200 places and every one is full. Please fix your cat.

The association has no place to put the animals and neither does the Board of Health. But of course, they couldn’t fine you then.

Pat Butler Whiting

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36th Annual Ocean County Decoy & Gunning Show

TUCKERTON – Join Ocean County for the 36th annual Decoy & Gunning Show on September 29 and 30, 7 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission is free.

There will be locations at Tip Seaman County Park and the Tucker ton Seaport. For free shuttle bus parking, park at Pinelands Regional High School, Tuckerton Seaport, or Freedom Fields County Park.

This event will feature new and antique decoys, hunting and fishing gear, collectibles,

duck boats, hunting guide services, demonstrations, music, and food. Don’t miss contests in: decoy carving, decorative carving, hunting retriever, boat building, model boats, youth contests, art and photo, skeet shoot from a sneak box, archery, and duck and goose calling with a $500 first place prize!

Contest rules can be found on the website.

For more information, visit oceancountyparks.org or call Wells Mills County Park at 609-971-3085.

2018 Sailfest

ISLAND HEIGHTS – The 2018 Sailfest is a family fun fay featuring a sailing regatta, street fair, food trucks, artists, craf ters, vendors, K id s Zone, cash 50/50, Sailfest t-shirts and sweatshirts, daytime entertainment, adult beverages

and evening concert by Garden State Radio. There will be a free shuttle from the IH Firehouse and an onsite ATM. Admission is free. Join us for this event on September 8 from 10 a.m.-10 p.m. at River Avenue.

Luncheon and Gift Auction

SEASIDE HEIGHTS – The Seaside Chapter of Deborah will hold its annual Luncheon and Gift Auction (Heart of Gold) on October 17, 2018 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Days Hotel, 290 Rt. 37 W, Toms River, NJ. Join us for a wonderful day of friends, fun and great prizes. Contact Roz Vicario, 732-608-0599 for information and tickets.

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By Kimberly Bosco TOMS RIVER – A Toms River native is making big change overseas while serving in the US Navy.

Petty Officer 3rd Class Eric Leather is part of a critical NATO ballistic missile defense mission in Rota, Spain, working as a damage controlman on the guided-missile destroyer USS Carney.

The US Navy’s ballistic missile defense mission aims to provide protection to both US deployed forces and allies.

Aboard a guided-missile destroyer, a 510 ft. warship, Leather is responsible for planning, supervising and perform-

ing necessary tasks for damage control, ship stability, preservation of watertight integrity and firefighting as controlman.

With such an important task before him, Leather said that his experiences growing up in Toms River help him to succeed, stating that “hard work pays off.”

Not only this, but Leather is carrying on a family tradition of military service.

His grandfather served in the US Army in Korea.

He has earned a Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal for his hard work and positive demeanor.

Ghosts, Goblins & Gifts

TOMS RIVER – The SRPE Fund Raisers present a Ghosts, Goblins and Gifts Luncheon and Gift Auction on September 29 at the SRPE Clubhouse, 979 Edgebrook Dr. at 1 p.m.

Doors open at 12 p.m. The cost is $17. Tickets

will be on sale Monday through Friday, July 23-Sept. 17 in the office. No tickets sold at the door.

For more information, call Pat at 609-5756813 or Carol at 732-240-7722.

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5th Annual Pollinator Potluck & Honey Harvest LOVELADIES – Do you know how honey is “made”? Have you ever heard the phrases “busy as a bee”, the “bees knees” or “bee line”? Stop by and get to know these critical critters at the 5th Annual Pollinator Potluck & Honey Harvest on September 14, 5-7 p.m.

See a hands-on extraction of honey from

the Long Beach Island Foundation’s adopted hives with LBIF Beekeeper, Paul of Mothflower Apiary to learn how honey is created and harvested from the combs.

Honey bees are absolutely vital to the production of our food supply and come to learn why. Admission is free! Just bring a honey or pollinator-inspired dish to share.

A Taste of New Jersey

LAKEWOOD – We will go on a Jersey jaunt to pick apples, visit a vineyard and winery tasting room in a 150 year old barn and end the day at a farm where the raw milk from grass-fed cows is converted into slowly pasteurized 40-day-old Buttercup Brie and Havilah, an aged hard raw milk cheese. We will visit a farm store where you can purchase grass-fed pork, lamb and eggs.

(We will not be touring the facilities, only visiting the sites and the stores.)

Please bring money for purchases. Be prepared for some walking on uneven ground, pack a lunch and dress for the weather.

Pick-up is at the Beach Complex Parking Lot, Ocean County Park on October 5. Departure is at 8:30 a.m. Return at 4 p.m.

The cost is $14 per person for ages 9 and up.

Art Biz Seminar MANAHAWKIN – National speakers from the Arts Business Institute present a two-day intensive professional development event for artists wishing to expand the marketing and selling of their work, at the Manahawkin Community Center on September 22 and 23, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Seminar topics: pricing; marketing; sales strategies; gallery relationships; making work that sells; and creating effective websites, plus group Q&A and individual consults.

The cost is $145 for Pine Shores’ members and $170 for Non-members.

Harvest Arts Festival

TOMS RIVER – The Harvest Arts Festival will be held on October 20 from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. on Washington Street in Downtown Toms River.

Rock out to the area’s best local bands!

There will also be street performers, jur-

ied artists, crafters and food! Family fun includes games, inflatables, and pumpkin decorating. Compete in the Scarecrow Contest!

For more information, contact Downtown Toms River at 732-341-8738.

Art & Craft Show

SEASIDE PARK – Join Seaside Park for the 2018 Art & Craft Show. The Art & Craft show has all of your favorite art and textile vendors in once place! Come out on September 1 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

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Ocean County Historical Society’s 32nd Annual Olde Time Antiques, Crafts & Collectibles Faire

When: Saturday, Sept. 1st • 9am-4pm RAIN OR SHINE Where: Ocean County Parking Garage & Grounds Madison & Hadley Avenues, Toms River, NJ Features: Quality Vendors, Classic Cars, Food Trucks, Antique Appraisals by Art Kravetz, Civil War Re-Enactors & MORE!

Vendor Spaces Available Indoors & Outdoors - $50.00

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Consumer Affairs Offers Back-To-School Buying Tips

By Jennifer Peacock TOMS RIVER – Experts agree that families will spend an average of $687 per child on back-to-school items for this school year. The National Retail Federation says Americans spent $83.6 billion on back-toschool items last year, up 10 percent from 2016 spending.

Families can trim costs by reusing gently used items from last year. Prioritizing items - keeping in mind those hidden costs related to extracurriculars - and eliminating ultimately unnecessary things from the list helps keep costs down. Most teachers send out lists, so make sure at the very list to fulfill those requests first.

Stephen Scaturro, Director of the Ocean County Department of Consumer Affairs, said New Jersey retailers are required by law to have an “adequate supply” of advertised on-sale items in stock. Consumers should keep their sales receipts and know stores’ return policies.

The same is true with online retailers.

Consumers should make sure they know who exactly they’re buying from, and use credit cards for those purchases. Beware of anyone selling items at drastically below market values. As the old saying goes, “If it seems too good to be true, it probably is.”

Anyone who believes they’ve been scammed should contact the Ocean County Department of Consumer Affairs at 732929-2105 to file a complaint.

They can also visit 1027 Hooper Ave., Building 2, or visit co.ocean.nj.us/consumer.

Youth Mental Health First Aid Training

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TOMS RIVER – This 8-hour course will be held on Saturday, September 15 and Saturday, September 22 from 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Jesus Is Lord Fellowship Church.

Participants must attend both sessions to receive a nationally- recognized certificate.

Participants will receive a manual as part of the $50 fee. All payment must be received prior to September 1 to ensure that enough manuals are ordered. Checks can be made payable to Bobbie Downs and given to Mr. James Hayes.

Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, peers, neighbors, health and human services workers, and other caring citizens how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis.

Youth Mental Health First Aid is primarily designed for adults who regularly interact with young people. The course introduces common mental health challenges for youth, reviews typical adolescent development, and teaches a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders (including AD/HD), and eating disorders.

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Columbus Day Parade Committee’s Annual Benefit

BRICK – The Ocean County Columbus Day Parade Committee is hosting their annual benefit at the VFW Post 8867 on September 8 from 12:30-3:30 p.m., sponsored by Carrabba’s Italian Grill.

Tickets cost $20 per person and include a full Italian lunch and other surprises. Tickets can be purchased by calling Michael at 732-477-6507 or Linda at 973-885-3243.

The 27th annual Ocean County Columbus Day Parade and Italian Festival will be held in Seaside Heights during October 5-7.

The parade will be held on the Boulevard in Seaside Heights beginning at 1 p.m. on October 7.

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TOMS RIVER – Be a part of a 38-year Ocean County tradition! Join a park naturalist and follow in the footsteps of such legendary local environmentalists as A. Morton and Betty Cooper, Dorothy Hale and Pete McClain. Be prepared to discover the fascinating and diverse wonders of the natural world.

Intro To Spinning Wool TUCKERTON – Learn how to transform sheep wool into useful yarn by the application of twist which strengthens it enough to be either woven into cloth or knitted. Practice the use of a spinning wheel and explore the ancient craft of spindle spinning. If you have a fully functioning wheel, please bring it along. Several others will be available to use in the class.

This class will be held at the Tuckerton Seaport & Baymens Museum on August 25, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The cost is $30 for Members and $35 for Non-Members.

Jersey Shore Boat Sale & Expo

LAKEWOOD – Head over to the Jersey Shore Boat Sale & Expo September 21-23 at FirstEnergy Park Home of the Lakewood BlueClaws. Hours are 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sept.

21; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sept. 22; and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sept. 23.

This show has something for everyone, with hundreds of new boats on sale from the top dealers in the state, plus an expanded pre-owned boat section, boaters marketplace full of accessories and services, activities for the little boaters and much more.

You’ll find the best options and pricing at the most affordable and convenient boat show around!

The cost is $5; kids 12 and under are free.

Bonfire On The Beach

SEASIDE HEIGHTS – Bring your beach chairs and blan kets to Nor th Beach on Monday nights for our family-f r iend ly Bon f i re on t he Beach.

While the fire burns, sit back and enjoy the acoustic sounds of local performers and songwriters. We start as the sun goes down and keep the fire burning until approximately 10:30 p.m.

Back to School Food Truck Fest

NEW EGYPT – Join us for a Back to School food truck celebration! Fall is here!

There will be live bands, family activities and fireworks on Saturday evening! This event will be held on September 22 and 23, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. at Laurita Winery. The cost is $8 per person. Those under 21 are free.

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Cattus Island Nature Walks

No registration required. Walks will be held at the Cooper Environmental Center, Cattus Island County Park, Toms River on Saturdays and Sundays (except Dec. 8) from 2-3 p.m. Admission is free.

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the Pines October 27 & 28: Threatened & Endangered Species November 3 & 4: Yellowbank Trail Exploration November 10 &11: Red Trail Ramble November 17 & 18: Blue Trail Jaunt November 24 & 25: Main Trail to

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Beach December 1 & 2: Hibernation Hike December 9: Along Applegate’s Cree December 15 & 16: Trees of Winter December 22 & 23: Cattus Family Holiday Traditions December 29 & 30: Winter Animal Adaptations.

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While hearing loss is most commonly caused by prolonged exposure to loud noises – also referred to as sensorineural hearing loss – a number of medical conditions can lead to hearing impairment as well. Fortunately, some of these medical conditions are reversible, allowing hearing to become fully restored.

Current research is finding strong associations between hearing loss and cardiovascular disease, diabetes, smoking, obesity and dementia. But many lesser-known conditions can impact your hearing health in potentially serious ways. Here are a few of them: 1. Blood Conditions: Poor blood flow is typically the result of circulatory system troubles and can restrict the flow of oxygen to the inner ear. Conditions affecting blood flow include sickle-cell anemia, diabetes and heart conditions. Things like high blood pressure, hypercoagulability and polycythemia can also cause blood related hearing loss.

2. Infections: Meningitis, a bacterial or fungal infection of the brain and spinal cord, can cause sudden hearing loss. Hearing loss is also a side effect of treatment of tuberculosis – though it is possible that the medication used in treatment is what causes the impairment. Both hearing loss and tinnitus are common side effects of Lyme disease (carried by ticks), as well as some STDs, like syphilis.

3. Disease: Ménière’s disease, a disorder of the fluids in the inner ear, is one of the most common causes of hearing loss. Its root is unknown, and the disease typically affects only one ear in individuals between

ages 20 and 50. Other issues known to affect hearing include hypothyroidism (an underactive thyroid), kidney disease medications, Paget’s disease and autoimmune inner ear disease, which results in sudden onset hearing loss and must be treated as a medical emergency.

4. Hereditary Conditions: Hearing loss may run in your family. Some serious genetic disorders, such as Waardenburg syndrome, cause the head and internal organs to develop differently, which may result in hearing loss that is difficult to correct through treatment or surgery. Other conditions, like otosclerosis, affect the bones in the middle ear that conduct sound to the cochlea; some of these conditions are correctable with surgery.

5. Tumors and Cancer: Cancers of the head, neck or ear areas can affect the inner ear, but cancer treatments, such as chemotherapy and radiation, are also notorious for causing hearing loss. Some recent research out of the U.K. suggests that aspirin can help prevent permanent hearing loss as a side effect of the cancer drug cisplatin, but further research is necessary. Acoustic neuromas and tumors that grow on the auditory nerve can cause hearing loss or tinnitus, and they may put pressure on the brain, leading to other conditions. Both are usually benign and can be removed surgically.

Free Hearing Screening – Do you have a friend or family member who has complained of an inability to hear things as clearly as they once did? We’ll screen their hearing free of charge. Your referrals mean a healthier local community and healthier communities benefit everyone.

Dr. Izzy and his staff are always available to answer most of your questions regarding your hearing health.

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LAKEHURST – Is it time for you to give back or pay it forward; the blessings you have received? Compassionate Care Hospice is looking for volunteers interested in taking a special journey.

Hospice is about living your life with quality and dignity. You would be joining a team of professionals who with your help can make this happen. You can sit with a patient, read to a patient, give respite to an over-exhausted

caregiver. We also have office work that can make you part of the team.

There are training classes provided. By joining this team you will surely be making a difference.

For more information please call Kathleen O’Connell at 732-608-3965, or email kathleen.oconnell@cchnet.net.

One thing is for sure; you will receive back so much more than you give.

No Knock Registry ISLAND HEIGHTS – The Borough of Island Heights offers a no-knock registry for its residents. An online form can be found at islandheightsboro.com/form-donot knock.html.

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

Help In Case You’re Losing Your Mind

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. Don’t you hate it when you’re introduced and you can’t remember the person’s name?

What about remembering whether or not you already told someone that story? It’s like one day you go from young to old!

This stuff seems to happen more and more as you age. Why does it happen to some of us, and not to others? I’ve wondered. I think it has to do with elevated homocysteine, at least in part. Emerging research about homocysteine connects it to neurofibrillary tangles, and those are associated with progressive memory disorders like Alzheimer’s.

Did you know that NSAIDs and oral contraceptives are strong drug muggers of folate?

If you deplete folate (vitamin B9), you block your methylation cycle, homocysteine builds up and memory becomes impaired.

Perhaps maintaining brain function is related to declining levels of another B vitamin called “methylcobalamin.” It’s also known as vitamin B12, a nutrient that is manufactured by your intestinal flora.

Today, health food stores and online e-tailers offer various supplements that you can buy over-the-counter, but of course ask your doctor what’s right for you. I couldn’t possibly know what’s right for each of you and this article reaches million of people, so again, find out if these simple nutritional fixes are ideal for you: Acetyl L-Carnitine - The amino acid Acetyl-L-Carnitine crosses the blood-brain barrier more readily than regular plain L-Carnitine, and it helps the body make acetylcholine, the brain’s super neurotransmitter that is necessary for healthy mood and optimal cognitive function, as well as muscle health, a side benefit.

Lion’s Mane - A 2014 study concluded that Lion’s Mane promotes the growth of nerve cells in the brain. Lion’s mane increases NGF (Nerve Growth Factor), which then encourages the growth of new neurites.

NGF encourages neurons to connect to each other, communicate better and simply put, this helps you learn faster and remember things better.

Bacopa Monnieri - Bacopa monnieri exerts a strong protective effect on the brain because it inhibits the production of acetylcholinesterase, an enzyme that breaks down acetylcholine, and acetylcholine is a neurotransmitter that you want a lot of in your brain.

Gotu Kola - Gotu kola may help to increase the growth of neurons, promoting brain function, reducing mental fatigue, and supporting memory.

Phosphatidylserine - Phosphatidylserine begin to decline with age. It helps “connect the wires” upstairs and improve nerve impulse firing.

Green Tea - It’s found in green tea, and EGCG can cross the blood-brain barrier. A 2012 study in mice found that supplemental EGCG promotes brain plasticity in the hippocampus area of the brain.

Today should be an important day for you, particularly if you’re now really thinking seriously about your memory for the first time. I’m not a fan of the “wait and see” approach when it comes to your brain. Our life experiences and family relationships as well as friendships are important memories.

Your job depends on your ability to remember the simplest tasks. If you’d like to read the longer version of this article, just sign up for my newsletter at suzycohen.com and I’ll email it to you.

(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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This is not the first time this has happened.

Why do people think nothing of taking someone’s umbrella? Have you ever done this? Has it ever happened to you? Do I have to buy a safe for my umbrella?

Answer I think umbrellas fall into their own category of items like scissors, tape and pens, even jackets and sweaters which have all have been a ‘quick borrow’ by many. The problem is returning it, which is especially hard with an umbrella, because you need it when you arrive at your destina-

tion. Yes, I have ‘borrowed’ an umbrella, but guilt and responsibility made me return it the same day. We have a big group in my office, so we keep a little area stocked with often ‘borrowed’ items, some even donated by co-workers. We have umbrellas, cloth grocery bags, sweatshirts, jumper cables and many more things. The rule is you must return anything you use. It has saved us lots of grief. Maybe you could try it where you work.

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11th Annual Fall Festival & Motorcycle Poker Run

TOMS RIVER – Join the Silverton Volunteer Fire Company on October 6 for the 11th Annual Fall Festival & Motorcycle Poker Run. The day begins with an 80 to 100-mile Motorcycle/Classic car Poker Run! Registration for the run is from 8:30 to 11 a.m. at Charlie Browns (11 Kettle Creek Road, Toms River). The cost is $20 per motorcycle, $10 for an additional passenger, and $20 per Classic Car or Hot Rod. Prizes will be awarded for the three best poker hands.

Also, join in for the Community Festival from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. There will be music by local bands, free inflatable children’s rides, food, beer, wine, fire equipment displays, police demos, vendors and more!.

There will also be a super 50/50 Raffle for a $20 donation Prize. For Raffle tickets stop by the Fire House any Thursday Evening.

This event is sponsored by the Silverton Volunteer Fire Company & Ladies Auxiliary.

Toms River Elks Luau

TOMS RIVER – Join the Toms River Elks for a luau on Saturday, August 25 at 6 -10 p.m. at t he Tom s R ive r Elks Lodge #1875, 600 Washington St. There will be live music from LZ-

JRZ, Hula by the Pearls of the Pacific, a Hawaiian shir t contest, Pig roast, pi neapple ch icken, r ice, salad, and fruit salad. All proceeds to benefit the Veterans Committee.

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On September 8, NOHFH will hold their third annual family fun walk from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. at Dover Avenue. Walk to Build is a 3-mile walk that aims to raise awareness and funds for local affordable housing efforts.

Following the walk, move over to Bay

Boulevard and Philadelphia Avenue for the Lavallette Founder’s Day celebration!

Registration is $20, or $25 on the day of the event. You can register at nohf h. com. Event day registration will begin at 9 a.m., walk at 10 a.m.

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If you wish to get involved or learn more, visit the website at northernoceanhabitat.org or call 732-228-7962.

Holiday City South Men’s Club

TOMS RIVER – Join the Holiday City South Men’s Club on September 22, 2018 for Don Magrini from 5-8 p.m. The cost is $24 per person. The dinner menu includes: chicken parmigiana, lasagna,

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Rock The Farm Festival 2018

SEASIDE HEIGHTS – Come out for the 5th annual Rock the Farm Festival 2018 on September 29 from 12-10 p.m. in Seaside Heights.

This family friendly event features incredible music all day long, food trucks, beer and wine garden, KidZone, and so much more. This day will feature the world’s top tribute bands covering a variety of everyone’s favorite music.

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The cost is $25 in advance, $35 at the gate, and $150 for VIP access. Kids 10 and under are free. Rock The Farm Festival is a benefit and 100 percent of the proceeds go directly to CFC Loud N Clear Foundation.

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Boat Owners Needed To Support Military Families

BARNEGAT BAY – Local boat owners who live on or near the Barnegat Bay are needed to provide a fun day on the water for enlisted military families who are stationed at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst.

“Military Family Appreciation Day” is a project developed by Tony Ferrullo of Chadwick Beach and supported by Har r y Dews of Lavallet te to match military families with host boat owners for a single day of water activities from June 15 to August 30, 2017.

The volunteer boat owners will provide the families with a completely free day on the Barnegat Bay of boating, t ubing, swim ming, crabbing or any

other water related activities the host boat owner can provide. In addition, the host will provide an end of the day BBQ outing for the family.

The project is supported by the USO and will coordinate the registering of the military families at the Joint Base.

Eligible boat owners must live on or near Barnegat Bay, have a boat 20 ft. or larger, have boat liability insurance, a current boating license and US Coast G u a r d a p p r ove d s a fe t y e q u ip m e nt aboard their craft.

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Looking For Mass Migrants Of Cape May

WARETOWN – This is the time for the seasonal migration of birds into and out of the area. We will board the pontoon boat the “Osprey” looking for the migrants in the Back Bay areas of Cape May. Af ter ou r lu nch at the Cape May Point State Park, we will visit the hawk count. Pack lunch, binoculars and dress for the weather. Be prepared for walk-

ing on uneven ground.

Additional costs are $25 for the “Osprey.” Please bring exact change.

Pick-up is at the Parking Lot at Wells Mills County Park on September 11.

Departure is at 8:15 a.m. Return at 5 p.m.

The cost is $14 per person for ages 9 and older.

Ocean County Library To Host Education Resource Session

TOMS RIVER – Homeschooling teenagers can seem like a daunting task. The Ocean County Library will host an information session at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 27 at the Toms River Branch, 101 Washington St. The session is designed to familiarize parents with the many education resources the library has to offer, including our new Education Initiative and how it can

help you.

Registration is required. To register, call 732-349-6200 or visit theoceancountylibrary.org/events.

Free parking is available daily after 5 p.m., in the top and middle levels of the Toms River parking garage located behind the library or anytime in the Ocean County parking garage on Hooper Avenue.

Ocean County Hiking Club OCEAN COUNTY – Simply register for any hike and we will record and keep track of your mileage. Pins and credits towards free hikes are earned at 50, 100, 250, 500 and 1000 mile

marks. Join us as we get outdoor exercise, learn about our natural history and make lasting friendships! For more information call Wells Mills County Park at 609-971-3085.

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Robert Eric’s Piano Man: A Concert To Benefit OCC Students

TOMS RIVER – Tickets are on sale now for a spring concert event to benefit the students of Ocean County College. The OCC Foundation and The Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts are partnering to host Robert Eric’s Piano Man – A Tribute to Billy Joel on Saturday, March 30, 2019. The Grunin Center is located on the OCC Main Campus on College Drive in Toms River.

A VIP reception will be held at 6:30 p.m., in the Black Box Theatre, and the concert begins at 8 p.m. on the Main Stage.

VIP reception (includes wine, beer, and light fare)/concert tickets are $100. Tickets for the concert only are $45.

Proceeds from the event will support the mission of the OCC Foundation and help students fulfill their dreams of college education.

Known as “Philly’s Piano Man,” Robert Eric began his career with the group “Big Shot,” Billy Joel’s back-up band. He has also

toured with “Rocksplosion” as Billy Joel and has opened for the man himself twice at the Wachovia Center, with Billy asking for and receiving a big round of applause from the crowd in honor of the warm-up tribute act. This guy looks, sounds, talks, acts, and plays just like him!

For one night only enjoy an evening of incredible music and food as you support the mission of the OCC Foundation. Despite the College’s best efforts to contain costs and maintain an affordable education, many students still have a tremendous need for financial assistance. Scholarships make the difference. Your support of this event can turn the dream of a college education into a reality for many Ocean County students.

Learn more about scholarships at go.ocean. edu/scholarships.

To purchase tickets, contact the Grunin Center at 732-255-0500 or visit grunincenter.org.

Register For Fall Classes At OCC

TOMS RIVER – Register today for fall classes at Ocean County College! If you’ve been thinking about attending college, don’t put it off a moment longer. Register early for the best selection of classes. Apply today and take that first step to getting a college education.

Fall terms: • 15-Week Semester: Register through Aug 26 (late registration thru 9/18) (classes run 9/5-12/21) • 1st 7 ½ Week Accelerated Term: Register through Sep 11 (classes run 9/5-10/25) • 10-Week Quick Term: Register Aug 15 to Oct 18 (classes run 10/10-12/21) • 2nd 7 ½ Week Accelerated Term: Register through Nov 2 (classes run 10/29-12/21)

Evening and weekend classes are held on the OCC Main Campus in Toms River, at the OCC Southern Education Center in Manahawkin, and at off-campus locations throughout Ocean County. Online classes are also available.

Applications are being accepted. Course schedules can be viewed online at www. ocean.edu. New students must register in person. For some courses, students may be required to take the College Placement Test. New full-time students must complete orientation prior to registering.

For information, visit the Registration & Records Office, Administration Building, (Bldg. #1), Main Campus, College Drive, Toms River, or call 732-255-0304. (Call the Southern Education Center in Manahawkin at 609-978-2077.)

Olde Time Antique, Crafts, And Collectible Faire

TOMS RIVER – Don’t miss the 32nd Antique, Crafts, and Collectible Faire sponsored by the Ocean County Historical Society and held in and around the Ocean County Parking Garage, Madison & Hadley Avenues, and the grounds around the OCHS museum.

Enjoy antique appraisals, 50/50 raff le, Civil War reenactors, new and used

books, baked goods, antiques, crafts, classic cars, antique engines, music, museum tours, and more. Breakfast, lunch, and snacks will be available from food trucks.

The fair is open from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. rain or shine on September 1, 2018. Vendors can call Jeff at 609-339-9134 to reserve a space for $50.

Lakewood Lions Renaissance Faire

LAKEWOOD – The Lakewood Lions Renaissance Faire will be held on September 15 and 16 at Pine Park.

The Renaissance Fair will take you back to the 16th cent u r y; enter the world of Knights in their shiny armor jousting on their “War Horses”. Have your child Knighted and learn the art

of combat. Witness to the crowning of the Fair’s King and Queen chosen from children under age 10 and dressed in period garb.

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Take A “Journey Through The Pines”

TOMS RIVER – Take a “Journey through the Pines” and learn about its ecology and folklore from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday Aug. 18 at the Toms River Branch of the Ocean County Library, 101 Washington St. This free event will include activities including art/photography exhibits, children’s programs, and workshops.

The schedule for the day includes: • “Pinelands Photography of Albert D. Horner” in the McConnell Gallery.

• “Traditional Pinelands Craft: Make Your Own Basket” at 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. in the Home Town Dairy Room. Make a traditional hanging garlic basket with Steven R. Carty of the Pinelands Folk Music Center. This activity is sponsored by the Friends of the Ocean County Library – Toms River.

• “Local History Film: The Pine Barrens: Up Close and Natural” at 12

p.m., 12:30 p.m., 1 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2 p.m., 2:30 p.m., and 3 p.m. in the Green Room.

• “Author Visit with Albert D. Horner” at 1 p.m. in Mancini Hall. Join this author and photographer for a discussion of his book “Pinelands: New Jersey’s Suburban Wilderness” followed by a book signing.

• Children’s programs include “Pinelands Storytime” at 2 p.m. in the Children’s area and a “Pinelands Children’s Drop-In Craft” at 2:30 p.m. in the Discovery Room.

• “The Last Whippoorwill Bluegrass Band” will perform at 3 p.m. in Mancini Hall. Enjoy classic and traditional bluegrass music with this Pinelands band.

Registration is required for each activity.

To register, call 732-349-6200 or visit theoceancountylibrary.org/events.

“Sister Landscapes” Exhibit Coming To Ocean County Library In August TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Library will host “Sister Landscapes,” a month-long art exhibit by Catherine LeCleire and Gay LeCleire Taylor at the Toms River Branch, 101 Washington St. The collection, which will be displayed in the branch’s second floor gallery throughout August, consists of acrylic and encaustic wax paintings.

Sisters, Catherine LeCleire and Gay LeCleire Taylor have a rich background in the arts.

Catherine LeCleire teaches silkscreen and painting processes at Pratt Institute and book arts at Montclair State University. She said “landscapes are obscured or distorted

due to the subjectivity of experience and perception, whether it is during the initial perception, or in the process of recollection, color, emotion and reflective narrative.”

Gay LeCleire Taylor is an independent curator, glass consultant, and the former director/curator of the Museum of American Glass at Wheaton Arts and Cultural Center in Millville. “Living along the shore of South Jersey, I am inspired by the landscape around me. I am challenged to paint nature,” Taylor said.

“Sister Landscapes” is free and open to the public. For more information, call the Toms River Branch at 732-349-6200 ext. 5100 or visit theoceancountylibrary.org.

Save The Flavor Of Summer

TOMS RIVER – Summer may be winding down, but you can still preserve your homegrown vegetables and fruits. The Toms River Branch of the Ocean County Library, 101 Washington St., will host Joanne Kinsey from the Rutgers Cooperative Extension, at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 29.

Kinsey’s free program, “Save the Flavor of Summer” will include instructions on properly canning fresh produce. Partici-

pants will also create labels for future use in their own canning projects.

Registration is required. To register, call 732-349-6200 or visit theoceancountylibrary.org/events.

Free parking is available daily after 5 p.m., in the top and middle levels of the Toms River parking garage located behind the library or anytime in the Ocean County parking garage on Hooper Avenue.

The Silent Witness Project TOMS RIVER – Join us for a ceremony as we remember Ocean County residents who were murdered in acts of domestic violence and all law enforcement officers whose lives ended on duty while responding to domestic violence incidents.

Help us raise awareness in our com-

munities and connect people with local resources for ending the violence in their lives.

This event will take place on October 5, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., at the Ocean County Mall Center Court. Reception and refreshments to follow.

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Statewide Litter Survey Shows A 53 Percent Drop In Trash On Streets And Highways TRENTON –The New Jersey Clean Communities Council (NJCCC) today issued the findings of a comprehensive report that shows litter along streets and highways in the state has been reduced by 53 percent over the past 13 years.

“Litter is unsightly and can impact quality of life.

Litter cleanup is a crucial part of protecting our natural resources,” said Assistant Commissioner Mark Pedersen of the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection’s Site Remediation and Waste Management Program, which administers the Clean Communities Program Fund.

The study, conducted by Environmental Resources Planning, LLC of Gaithersburg, MD (ERP), shows that municipalities and counties across the state have effective litter abatement programs in place. The study results were based off a litter survey conducted in 2004, and the follow-up study conducted this year of 94 roadways statewide.

“This reduction was broadly seen throughout New Jersey: in all regions, all locales, 18 of our 21 counties and 93 percent of the sites surveyed,” said NJCCC Executive Director Sandy Huber. “It is important to note this survey did not include our beaches, which may show a different composition of litter.”

ERP researchers attribute the reduction of litter to state Clean Communities programs that have been strengthened since 2004. With a solid funding base provided by the state Clean Communities Act, NJCCC has expanded its network of Clean Communities coordinators, established a coordinator training program through the Rutgers Office of Continuing Professional Education, and set up an online statistical report system designed to track the progress of local programs.

NJCCC has also partnered with the state Department of Environmental Protection and the state Department of Transportation (DOT) to administer the Adopt-a-Beach and Adopt-a-Highway programs, encouraging the volunteer cleanup of public lands. Based on information provided by the 2004 Litter Survey, NJCCC implemented a specific and ongoing “Slam Dunk the Junk” campaign to remind people put trash in litter or recycling bins, and not on the ground.

Significant findings of the report include: The largest volume of debris in New Jersey is from vehicles and construction, equaling 18.2 percent of the total litter spotted.

Littered paper was second at 14.8 percent, followed by beverage containers at 14.1 percent.

“Cups, lids and straws” were 10.3 percent, followed by bags and shrink wrap at 9.8 percent.

There is an upward trend in the amount of tire scraps littering the state, with researchers deeming it “the most littered item of 2017.”

Recycling education remains important, with nearly 29 percent of the littered items qualifying as “recyclables,” such as beverage containers, business papers and boxes.

Pedestrians and motorists between the ages of 11 and 34 were found to be the most likely to intentionally litter in New Jersey, accounting for nearly 70 percent of all deliberate littering.

Steven Stein, Principal of ERP, provided recommendations to the NJCCC in the ongoing battle against litter. According to Stein, the goal is to

develop specific abatement programs that address the most littered items, target the demographic of New Jersey most likely to litter, and identify “hotspots” where there is increased litter.

According to Huber, based on the findings of the report, NJCCC will look to expand litter abatement partnerships with stakeholders such as governmental entities, non-government organizations, and industry.

“There must be further emphasis on successful programs as Adopt-a-Highway and Adopta-Beach, while tracking the most frequently found items of litter,” Huber said.

Stein agreed. “This will help to direct the focus of litter abatement programs more effectively,” he said.

The report includes recommendations that will continue to decrease litter in the state including: Monitor and enforce littering violations caused by improperly secured trash on recycling collection vehicles during the collection and transportation process.

Track the number of citations issued and fines paid. This will help the public understand the importance that police and judges place on the seriousness of litter violations. Income from fines and enforcement actions should go directly into municipal and county Clean Communities accounts.

Monitor and enforce trash cans set at the curb.

Cans without lids were observed spreading litter while this survey was being conducted.

Moreover, recycling carts should continue to replace open-top recycling bins, reducing residential litter blowing away.

Use more hidden cameras where widespread littering and illegal dumping occur.

Ensure that all funds generated by material restriction taxes or fees continue to be dedicated solely to litter abatement programs.

Consider amendments to the 2008 Clean Communities Program Act that will support recommendations and ensure a stable future for New Jersey Clean Communities.

According to DOT, over the last six years, collectively, the DOT, Adopt-a-Highway teams and prison inmate details have picked up between 3.5 tons to 5 tons of litter annually.

“There are still littered areas that need to be addressed, but the data from this survey shows that their efforts are paying off,” Stein said.

Currently, the state DOT is funding up to 10 crews with 10 inmates each working nearly full time to pick up litter. Over the last several years, the DOT has nearly doubled the use of this program. DOT crews have also been working to clean New Jersey’s interstate and major state roads.

DOT said the partnership between the NJCCC and the state’s “Adopt a Highway” program has encouraged more volunteers to clean up roadways, enhancing the effort of litter pick up by state workers and prison inmates.

“Adopt a Highway contributes to the cleanliness of state roads and calls attention to the need to keep the state clean,” Stein added.

To access the full report, visit NJClean.org.

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Vintage Automobile Club Of Ocean County 39th Annual Car Show

Special Occasion Announcements The Brick Times welcomes your special announcements!

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SEASIDE HEIGHTS – The Vintage Automobile Club of Ocean County’s 39th Annual Car Show will take place on Sunday, September 9 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Bay Boulevard in Seaside Heights.

Registration is between 8 to 11 a.m.

All cars that are at least 25 years old are welcome for judging. Over eighty trophies will be awarded! All proceeds benef it various local organizations.

Free admission for spectators!

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BARNEGAT – Join us for a program on the last of Ocean County’s cranberry growers.

Your morning will start with a tour of Cloverdale Farm County Park to learn about the operations on a former small family-based cranberry farm. Next, we head over to Double Trouble State Park to explore a larger-scale cranberry industry and set foot inside their once heavily utilized commercial-based packing house.

After lunch, we will head down to John Headley’s farm in West Creek, to see the operation of the last independent cranberry

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Please dress warmly as this program will be outside. Cranberries and baked goods will be available for purchase.

Meet at the Program Room at Cloverdale Farm County Park on October 27. Departure is at 9 a.m. Return at 4 p.m.

The cost is $14 per person for ages 9 and up.

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Hooray For Hollywood!

In Ocean County

By Jennifer Peacock OCEAN COUNTY – Former Gov. Chris Christie yelled “cut” on movie industry tax incentives back in 2010 and let an attempted reauthorization die back in 2016. Variety, the entertainment business industry magazine, reported back in October that it was the governor’s dislike of MTV’s “Jersey Shore” that prompted the dropping of many industry-related tax incentives. (Recently, the show did return to Seaside Heights for a two-day filming stint, and was apparently filming scenes for an upcoming season in Atlantic City. Brick Township rejected the shows bid to film there.)

But Gov. Phil Murphy signed those incentives back into law with the Garden State Film and Digital Media Jobs Act on July 3, the benefits of which Ocean County fully plans to use.

The county approved members for its newly formed film and television advisory commission at a recent Freeholder meeting. Those members are: Tim Hart, Ocean County Historian; Toby Wolf, director of marketing, Jenkinson’s Boardwalk; Michael Redpath, executive director of Seaside Heights Business Improvement District; Liz Santoro, director of sales at Mainland Holiday Inn, Manahawkin, and Dana Lancellotti, division director, Ocean County Tourism and Business Development.

The county had established a film advisory committee in 1979. This commission replaces that.

Ocean County offers creative people miles of pristine beaches and boardwalks to the east, the Pine Barrens to the west, and a variety of exteriors in between.

Freeholder Joseph Vicari, who oversees tourism and business development in the county, sees a bright future for film and television here.

“Film crews, producers, and all the staffi ng that goes with this would fill hotels and restaurants. They would tap into and support local services and attractions

and elevate the visibility of our tourism destinations,” Vicari said. “This is a great opportunity to present our diverse culture and landscape and showcase our attributes on a county website that is specifically designed to target and attract filmmakers.”

Despite its poor portrayal at times of life at the beach, “Jersey Shore” was an economic force in Seaside Heights during its filming in the borough. Again, Variety reported that the borough parking meter collection jumped from $807,000 prior to the show in 2007 to $1.3 million in 2010.

Area hotels, restaurants, car rental agencies, caterers, hardware stores, and dry cleaners cashed in from the show.

“The film and digital media industry is poised to become a dynamic part of New Jersey’s economy, one that will create good-paying union jobs and countless residual benefits to the economy,” Murphy said July 3. “By signing this legislation, we are allowing these companies to take advantage of New Jersey’s unique culture, location, and geography. I look forward to seeing the many projects that will come out of our great state thanks to the Garden State Film and Digital Media Jobs Act.” “The Ocean County Film and Television Advisory Commission will advise, serve as liaison and collaborate with the current New Jersey Motion Picture and Television Development Commission to effectively promote and proactively pursue film industry projects to take place in Ocean County,” Vicari said. “This would contribute to economic growth, create job opportunities and elevate the visibility of Ocean County.”

The New Jersey Department of State Motion Picture and Television Commission lists locations in each county that might interest productions.

In 2018 thus far, two feature films and 20 television productions have filmed in the state. At least one, “Jersey Shore: Family Vacation,” filmed in Ocean County.

WREP Returns To Ocean County Library With Old Time Radio Programs

TOMS RIVER – Enjoy an evening of old time radio programs with live actors and sound effects by WREP at 7 p.m.

Wednesday, Aug. 29 at the Toms River Branch of the Ocean County Library, 101 Washington St. The broadcast will feature performances of “Ellery Queen”, “Johnny Got His Gun”, and “Baby Snooks and Daddy.”

Registration is required for this free program. To register, call 732-349-6200 or visit theoceancountylibrary.org/events.

Free parking is available daily after 5 p.m., in the top and middle levels of the Toms River parking garage located behind the library or anytime in the Ocean County parking garage on Hooper Avenue.

Watercolor & Charcoal Pours With Karen Knutson

ISLAND HEIGHTS – If you are looking for a new approach to your watercolor painting this is it! Join the Ocean County Artists’ Guild on September 24 and 25, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. for this class.

Charcoal pours will be added for a truly

unique look. Experiment and learn wit this popular and creative teacher. This is a three day workshop.

The cost is $425 for members and $450 for Non-members,

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The White Bird Of Poston Comes To The Grunin Center

TOMS RIVER – The Grunin Center of the Arts, in Association with the Count Basie Center for the Arts, will host The White Bird of Poston on August 25, Main Stage, Grunin Center, Ocean County College, Main Campus, College Drive, Toms River, NJ. Please use Parking Lot #2.

Under direction of the Los Angeles Opera’s Eli Villanueva and musical director Jason Tramm, The White Bird of Poston is set during World War II at a Japanese internment camp, recalling the story of a

Japanese teenage girl who forms a bond with a Native American boy. Through their friendship, they help each other rediscover their cultural traditions and history.

Performance Dates/Times: August 25 at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.

Tickets: $25 adults, $20 seniors (contact box office for group and student rates).

Visit grunincenter.org, call 732-255-0500, or stop by the Grunin Center Box Office at Ocean County College, Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Cruisin’ Downtown!

TOMS R I V ER – Cr u isi n’ Dow ntown roars into Downtown the second Wednesday of the month June through September! Washington Street will be lined with classic cars and motorcycles.

DJ and live enter tain ment provided

by Sounds of the Street. Downtown Restaurants will be open plus Debbio’s Food Truck will be on the street.

For more info, contact Downtown Toms River at 732-341-8738 or kdippolito@downtowntomsriver.com.

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Drop by the computer lab for help, no need to register.

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–Photo courtesy Ocean County Two dogs were recognized for their years of service. Pictured from left to right are Freeholder John P. Kelly, Sheriff’s Officer Christine Casullo with K-9 Gertrude Penelope, Sheriff’s Officer James Kohout, with K-9 Emmitt, Captain Keith Klements and Sheriff Michael G. Mastronardy.

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Homer.

New Jer sey’s Homer was a f lop py-eared sleuth, purchased as a puppy, sight unseen, in 1960 by Island Heights native Tim Cagney. He became fascinated with the breed while in the military.

Cag ney’s puppy became the f i rst t rained t rack ing blood hou nd in the state, who was a member of the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office, the first in the state to use bloodhounds.

Today the sheriff’s department has a K-9 unit of 16 dogs, supervised by Sgt. Robert Stack. The unit was recently recog nized for its ser vice at a preboard meeting of the Board of Chosen Freeholders.

“All of the dogs in this unit provide a va r ie t y of ke y t a sk s t h r ou g hout Ocean Count y,” Sher iff Michael G. Mastronardy said. “In addition to the blood hou nds, we have dogs t rained specifically in narcotics, explosives, pat rol and arson. Ou r K9s are well known throughout the county and the state and we are very proud of the dogs and the officers that work and care for them.”

K-9s Ger t r ude Penelope a nd K-9 Emmitt, with their partners, officers Christine Casullo and James Kohout r e s p e c t ively, we r e honor e d by t he Board for their years of service.

Gertrude Penelope was rescued and given to the Sheriff’s Department as a five-month-old puppy. Now 7 years old, she’s nationally certified though the National Police Bloodhound Association. She’s worked with numerous county and state departments, and has many finds under her nose, including a stabbing suspect.

Emmitt, 9, who hails from Canada, was donated to the department by the National Police Bloodhound Association when he was just 12 weeks old.

He’s also nationally certified through t he same associat ion, a nd also has many finds under his nose, including a bank robber and Alzheimer’s patient.

“Both Gertrude and Emmitt continue to provide a great service to the citizens of Ocean County and also our visitors,” Mastronardy said. “They will be retired once our newest bloodhounds – Fiona and Clifford - have successfully completed their training.”

Mastronardy said bloodhounds assist in f inding missing children and dementia patients. They can also track su sp e ct s i n hom icide s, bu rg la r ie s, robberies, assaults, and motor vehicle accidents.

“All of our bloodhounds are nationally certified once a year, and have continuous training every month,” Mastronardy said. “The bloodhounds also take part in the many K9 demonstrations done by the K9 Unit each year.”

T he newest add it ions a re sibli ng b l o o d h o u n d s Fi o n a a n d C l i f f o r d , 11-week-old puppies from a Westport, New York breeder. They were chosen from a litter of 11. They’ll be in training for 10 months before they are put out on the road.

“As we visited the puppies, Fiona and Clifford exhibited the qualities we look for in a new dog,” Casullo said.

“They were the first to reach the gate when we arrived. They are curious and they are already working well with the training.”

“These dogs, as do all of the K9s in the unit, and their partners provide an important service to all of our citizens and visitors,” Freeholder Director Gerry P. Little said. “You can see by their temperament that they are well-trained and they love what they do.”

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of Aug 18 - Aug 24

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Place emphasis on taking good care of the things you already own. A quick fling might be fun in the week ahead but be advised that important relationships started now could possibly run into a heartbreaking situation.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Thumb your nose at interruptions. Concentrate on maintaining business as usual and avoid slacking off during the week ahead. Use a combination of ingenuity and people skills to achieve your most worthwhile ambitions.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Be relentless about continuing to pursue your goals yet remain flexible. You may need to take a few detours. Even if you can’t steamroll over obstacles you needn’t completely abandon pet projects, hopes, or dreams.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Just go with what you know. When you show someone how to do something your knowledge is out in plain view.

You may inadvertently invite criticism if you are too sure of your infallibility in the week ahead.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Tom Sawyer had a brilliant idea. If what you are doing looks like fun everyone else will want to be there by your side.

You could attract a bevy of devoted admirers that support your financial success in the week ahead.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You will have all your little duckies lined up in a row as you demonstrate a flare for organization. Don’t let long hours tire you too much this week and remember to schedule in time to relax and recuperate.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Defend important core beliefs and values. The law doesn’t honor exceptions to the rules, but you can make exceptions within your heart as the week unfolds. Demonstrate your appreciation for true blue partners.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Fall back on family values this week. Nurture important relationships and be especially kind and generous to family members. Listen to your intuition when dealing with matters that could impact hearth and home.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Impress others with non-judgmental friendliness and keep the social ball rolling this week. Someone who is the epitome of honesty may be at the other end of the table when you engage in financial maneuvering.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Watch for the light bulbs that go off in your head as this week unfolds. A magazine, trade journal or even a conversation can give you the necessary inspiration to set important matters rolling merrily along.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Focus on friendly competition. A partner may need some encouragement but will eventually be enthusiastic about stretching a few muscles or going along for exercise. Avoid confrontations in the week ahead.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): In the upcoming week things may come to a head concerning a work-related issue. Take time to care for yourself by watching your diet, setting up routine dental visits, and getting exercise regimens in place.

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wolfgang puck’s kitchen Looking For Something Light But Satisfying From Your Grill? Put Hamachi On The Menu.

By Wolfgang Puck I love to travel, whether I’m relaxing on vacation with my wife and our sons or meeting with my chefs and business partners at my restaurants around the world. As the old saying goes, travel broadens the mind. In my line of work it also literally broadens my culinary horizons, exposing me to wonderful new ingredients and ways to cook.

Take the following recipe for grilled hamachi with grilled papaya and Southeast Asian vinaigrette. I was introduced to it back in 2001 when my team and I opened our branch of Spago that still delights guests at the Four Seasons Resort in Maui. And I still enjoy cooking the light combination of seared fish and tropical fruit to this day. In fact, it remains one of my favorite summer dishes.

It’s easy to understand why.

On a hot summer day, we’re all looking for food that taste fresh and light yet satisfies the hunger that easily builds up when you’re active outdoors. This recipe meets those needs.

The many people who have come to love sushi will be familiar with hamachi, the Japanese name for a fish known in English as yellowtail or amberjack; it is also sometimes misnamed yellowfi n tuna, but that is a different species. Regardless, the fish has a dense flesh that satisfies meat lovers with a mild, clean flavor that equally delights dedicated seafood fans and those wary of “fishy” fish.

You can fi nd hamachi in good seafood shops and supermarket fish departments; or feel free to substitute fresh tuna.

I’m happy to see that sushi’s popularity has convinced many people to enjoy certain fish cooked rare, because that’s the best way to prepare hamachi while keeping it moist and tender. During cool weather, you can pan-sear the fi sh for this recipe in a very hot skillet with a little bit of peanut oil; but, during outdoor cooking season, it makes perfect sense to fi re up the grill. That also makes it possible for you to grill the papaya, deliciously caramelizing its surface, to serve as both an accompaniment for the fish and as a colorful, flavorful addition to the vinaigrette dressing served as a sauce for the fi nal presentation.

Speaking of that dressing, you can fi nd the two key seasonings you may need for it - red chile-flavored oil and briny fish sauce, a flavor you’ll recognize from Thai and Vietnamese cuisine - in a well-stocked supermarket’s Asian foods aisle. With the vinaigrette’s aromatic combination of tangy, salty, sweet and herbal flavors, it adds so much to the dish; almost like an Asian salsa. In fact, you may fi nd yourself making it to serve with other grilled dishes all summer long!

GRILLED HAMACHI WITH GRILLED PAPAYA A ND SOUTHEAST ASIA N VINAIGRETTE Serves 4 as a main dish, 8 as an appetizer

For the grilled papaya: 1 large ripe but still slightly fi rm papaya 2 teaspoons Asian-style chile oil Kosher salt For the vinaigrette: 1/2 cup (125 mL) red wine vinegar 1/4 cup (60 mL) fresh lime juice 1/4 cup (60 mL) Asian fish sauce (nuoc mam) 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1/3 cup (85 mL) peanut oil 1/4 cup (60 mL) sesame oil 3/4 cup (185 mL) diced grilled papaya 1/4 to 1/2 cup (60 to 125 mL) diced sweet yellow onion or red onion 3/4 cup (185 mL) peeled, seeded, and diced cucumber 3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil 1 teaspoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper For the grilled hamachi: 1 large piece hamachi (yellowtail) fillet, about 1 1/2 pounds (750 g) Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper Preheat a charcoal or gas grill, or an indoor electric countertop grill or stovetop grill pan.

Meanwhile, start preparing the grilled papaya. Halve the papaya lengthwise, scoop out the seeds, and then peel each half with a swivel-bladed vegetable peeler or paring knife. When the grill is hot, brush each half all over with the chile oil and season lightly with salt. Grill both halves until brown grill marks appear and the fruit softens slightly, 1 to 2 minutes per side, turning with grill tongs. Remove from the grill, and set aside to cool.

For the Southeast Asian vinaigrette, cut off and dice enough of the cooled papaya to make 3/4 cup (185 mL); cut the remaining papaya lengthwise into slices 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick and set aside. In a large nonreactive mixing bowl, whisk together the vinegar, lime juice, fish sauce and soy sauce. Whisking continuously, drizzle in the peanut oil and sesame oil.

Stir in the diced papaya and as much onion as you like until thoroughly combined. Stir in the cucumber, mint, basil, sugar and white pepper; cover and refrigerate until serving.

For the grilled hamachi, drizzle the fish all over with peanut oil and season to taste with salt and black pepper. Grill directly over high heat until well-seared but still very rare, 30 seconds to 1 minute per side. Remove the fish from the grill, and cut crosswise into slices 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick.

Arrange the fish slices overlapping on serving plates, and arrange the papaya slices around them. Spoon some of the vinaigrette over each portion, passing the rest at the table. 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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