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US Coast Guard Hosts Open House In Barnegat Light

By William Clanton BARNEGAT LIGHT - Many locals and vacationers alike seem to forget about the U.S. Coast Guard presence here on Long Beach Island and what they do locally. The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 7-12 of Barnegat Light recently held their annual open house, opening their doors to the public.

Families, beach goers, bike riders and island vacationers all made their way into the open parking lot of Barnegat Light Coast Guard station for the event on August 15. Just fewer than 700 people were in attendance, an impressive turn out.

The Coast Guard proudly showed off their skills through several demonstrations and valuable safety and environmental information for residents and boaters. Part of Flotilla 12’s mission is to better inform residents and boaters about being safe in and around the Barnegat Bay. They also handed out brochures about boating safety, keeping a clean environment, and other topics.

–Photos by William Clanton They featured personal flotation deTop: Many vessels were on display at the event. Bottom:Sean vice fittings and free life jackets that Ceating uses a simulator run by Corey Smith, damage control were raffled off every hour. They also operator.

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Stafford Creates Goals For Knocking Out Substance Abuse

By Kimberly Bosco STAFFORD – Stafford Township officials and members from the DART Prevention Coalition came together for a Substance Abuse Needs Assessment, to determine the most pressing needs of the township in terms of alcohol and drug use.

Held at the Bay Avenue Community Center, the meeting brought together various individuals from the township’s Municipal (Abuse - See Page 13)

Local High School Graduate Achieves Girl Scout Gold

Stafford Plans For Memorial, Water Meters, And More

By Kimberly Bosco STAFFORD – At the most recent Township Council meeting, the council introduced ordinances that would authorize the township to bond for new water meters at the Perry’s Lake development as well as for various other capital improvements.

The first ordinance plans to appropriate $500,000 for capital improvements in the township, of

which $475,000 will be bonded for.

These improvements include: the construction of a veterans and first responders memorial at the municipal courtyard, tile replacement at the roller hockey court on Doc Cramer Boulevard, and the acquisition of property for municipal purposes.

The property to be acquired is located at 292 East Bay Avenue, also known as Block 229, Lot 19.01. This property is adjacent to

the Stafford Township Municipal Building.

The second ordinance will allow for the purchase and installation of water meters at the Perry’s Lake development, located off of McKinley Avenue. The ordinance will bond for $250,000 for this project.

Township Administrator Jim Moran emphasized that this will be funded through the township’s water/sewer budget.

–Photo by Kimberly Bosco Laura Esposito was honored by Mayor John Spodofora and the governing body at a recent Township Council meeting.

By Kimberly Bosco STAFFORD – Laura Esposito, a recent graduate of Southern Regional High School’s Class of 2018, was (Girl Scout - See Page 2)

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Continued From Page 1 honored with receiving the Girl Scout Gold Award at the Aug. 14 council meeting.

The Girl Scout Gold Award is the most prestigious award, open only to high-schoolers, according to the Girl Scouts organization. It is the most difficult to achieve, challenging young girls to “change the world” through a seven-step project.

“Gold Award Girl Scouts are making the world a better place. These young women are inspiring leaders whose Gold Award projects are impacting the worlds of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math), educa-

tion, agriculture, medicine, and more on a local, national, or global level,” stated their website.

Mayor John Spodofora noted that the award is for those girls who turn an idea into actual change through their project, “making a measurable and sustainable difference.”

Esposito thanked her parents and family for their support.

“If you want to make a difference in the world, you can start by making a difference in your community,” said Esposito. “I accept this on behalf on girls everywhere and inspire then to make a change as well.”

Esposito will be attending Rutgers University in the fall to study journalism.

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By Kimberly Bosco NEW JERSEY – Now up to three human cases of West Nile Virus (WNV) in New Jersey, officials of the Murphy administration are urging residents to practice caution and safeguard themselves against the mosquito-borne disease.

Department of Health and Department of Environmental Protection officials remind residents that keeping the insects out of their residences and off their skin are most effective.

“Residents should protect themselves by using repellent, wearing long sleeves and pants and avoiding the outdoors during dawn and dusk when mosquitoes are most active,” said New Jersey Health Commissioner Dr. Shereef Elnahal. “WNV causes mild symptoms, such as fever, headache, body aches or a rash for healthy individuals, but it can cause severe illness in the elderly and those with compromised immune systems.”

Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner Catherine R. McCabe recommends that eliminating standing water from your property, securing window screens and

using air conditioning as other good ways to protect yourself from mosquitos. Pay special attention to flower pots, birdbaths, clogged rain gutters, plastic wading pools, wheelbarrows, and trash containers, as these areas can draw mosquitos.

The three cases of WNV affected elderly residents; a 74-year old Hunterdon County resident, a 76-year old Essex County resident, and an 80-year old Hudson County resident. All three were hospitalized and later discharged.

Those over 50 and those with weak immune systems are more at risk to develop the more sever form of WNV. This includes added symptoms such as severe headache, high fever, neck stiffness, stupor, disorientation, coma, tremors, convulsions, muscle weakness and paralysis.

For more information on mosquito-proofing your yard, visit nj.gov/health/cd/topics/vectorborne.shtml.

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raffled off a U.S.C.G. watch, a large framed photo of Barnegat Light and a wooden model of the Coast Guard Academy’s famed training vessel, the Eagle.

The open house event also featured an air rescue demonstration just over the water, a f lare demonstration, and a drone f lotation device deployment demonstration, provided by the Long Beach Police Department. There was also t-shirt sales, hot dogs, cold drinks, and plenty of things to entertain both children and adults.

Docked nearby in the waters of the Bar negat Bay were 2 pairs of Coast Guard boats that were completely open to the public to tour, inspect and learn more about them inside and out. Members of the Coast Guard stood on board either of the ships, telling stories, answering questions and teaching people about their ships.

Aside f rom the i mpressive ships, demonstrations and organizations, there was another attraction that caught the eyes of the children. It was a Marine Safety Damage Control Simulator run by the Coast Guard. T he simulator featured pipes with several cracks and visible breaches. The operator (Petty Officer 3rd Class, Corey Smith) would then open specific values that would send water spraying out from the appendages. Whoever was inside had to

use a combination of wooden wedges and a hammer to seal up the leaks before the “ship” filled with water. This simulation, usually on a bigger scale, helps trainees lear n to act fast in damage control necessary situations. Whether they are repairing gaskets or stopping breaches.

Of the many local members and participating organizations at the event there was: the Alliance for a Living Ocean, Jacques Cousteau of the National Estuarine Research Reserve, the “Black Sheep” Ocean Air Support Squadron from Lanoka Harbor, the Long Beach Tow n s h i p Pol ic e D e p a r t m e n t , t h e Conserve Wildlife Foundation of New Jersey, WBNJ 91.9 FM, local children’s book author Mary Clanton, the Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst-based USCG Atlantic Strike Team, Marine Field Station, Marine Fisheries Administration, and 10 Navy Sea Cadets.

The open house was co-sponsored by division 7 of the U.S. Coast Guard. They have been in operation for roughly 75 years with well over 200 members.

Flotilla 12 of Barnegat Light acts as an arm of the U.S.C.G. They perform vessel inspections, training, and the education of local residents through boating safety classes. They focus heavily on public safety and the awareness of the United States Coast Guard.

The event was free and is held annually at the USCG Station in Barnegat Light at 601 Bayview Ave.

Defense Bill, Saving Joint Base, Signed Into Law

By Chris Lundy FORT DRUM, JEFFERSON, NY – President Donald Tr ump signed into law a $716 billion defense bill which removed the Base Realignment and Closure provisions for the Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst.

Local congressmen supported the bill for what it would mean for the Joint Base.

According to press releases sent by Tom MacArthur (R-3rd) and Chris Smith (R-10th) after they sent the budget to the president’s desk, the act leaves out Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC), the federal process to realign and/or close military bases.

It would also authorize $10.2 million for Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst to replace the Hot Cargo Hydrant System, for aircraft that require hazardous cargo parking, according to Smith. The project is needed in preparation for the arrival of the KC-46A refueling tankers, which are expected to begin arriving in FY 2021.

“These authorizations will provide an essential boost to the employees at JBMDL, continuing to upgrade the base and making it the premier refueling hub on the East Coast,” Smith had said. “I am also glad we were able to keep a new round of Base Realignment and Closure out of this legislation.”

The president and vice president addressed

the bill, known as the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2019, at Fort Drum in New York. According to the White House, the NDAA does several things, including: Adds 15,600 troops across the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marine Corps Procures 77 F-35 fighter jets and funds the construction of 13 new battle force ships and accelerates funding for several future ships Increases pay by 2.6 percent There were, however, several aspects that Trump challenged as “unconstitutional.”

They are related to the powers and authority of the office of the president.

For example, a White House press release said the act purports “to restrict the President’s authority to control the personnel and materiel (sic) the President believes to be necessary or advisable for the successful conduct of military missions. While I share the objectives of the Congress with respect to maintaining the strength and security of the United States, my Administration will implement these provisions consistent with the President’s authority as Commander in Chief.”

A full list of challenges is available at whitehouse.gov/brief ings-statements/ statement-president-donald-j-trumph-r-5515/

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Dear Neighbors Affected By Aug. 13 Flood The Brick Housing Authority would like to offer to you our deepest sympathy in this challenging time. We recognize the events of Monday, Aug. 13, 2018 have significantly impacted your life and as such we would like to remind you that our Project Based Voucher waiting list is currently open.

The PBV waiting list will remain open until the end of October and we are accepting applications to live in our three apartment buildings located on Chambers Bridge Road.

As a Brick resident that is displaced you will be given a preference for admission. You must be

at least 62 years of age or disabled and meet income restrictions to apply.

Income Limits are as follows: • Individual: $50,350 • Couple: $57,550 Again, we are truly sorry for the hardship you are currently encountering and hope to help in any way possible. If you have any questions in this regard, please call me at 732-920-9400, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Ron Jampel Chairman Brick Housing Authority (BHA) brickha.org

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First Aid Squads, Friends For Life

This column is dedicated to those who volunteer, helping their communities in many ways. In particular it is dedicated to the former members of the Holiday City at Berkeley First Aid Squad, without whom there would be no free EMS. Thank you. Some of them pop into the squad to say “Hi.” We are pleased to see them. Most, we don’t get to see unless they come to a function. If you are a former member, or know one, please let the Squad know if you move, are sick, getting better or if you need a ride to one of the annual Squad functions.

For a little over a year I have volunteered to call the retired members of the HCBEMS squad. I extend an invitation to them for our annual Memorial, which is the third Sunday in May. Also to the squad Christmas Party in December and picnic in July.

They are always happy to hear from me and to know that their squad hasn’t forgot them.

We haven’t forgotten them.

They are the reason we have a volunteer EMS squad in the first place. Many of them are gone. Some live out of state with children or in nursing homes. Some of them still live in our community. Some can’t come to the functions because they are no longer able to get around by themselves. One retiree is 93 and “will try to get to the picnic if possible.”

We were looking forward to see her. Some retirees have new phone numbers, which we didn’t have. They are important, so this year, I went to the addresses and found some of them. Guess what? Some of them made it to the picnic and they wouldn’t have known about it. We were so happy to see them.

They were all glad to hear from us and they all said they enjoyed their time on the squad – the work and the people. Come work with us.

You would too. Many of them have lost touch, and asked about old friends who worked with them. Sometimes I could give them information. Other times, I didn’t have any. Some

even came to the picnic. I hope they all had a good time.

I enjoyed hearing the retired members talk about how it was when they were on the squad. I was sorry to have to tell them that is so hard to get volunteers to serve today, that we have had to cut back our hours. Some of them were on the squad when it served the community 24/7. Even when I joined the squad, almost 7 years ago, we still worked 7 days a week but only a 12-hour day shift. We did not have enough people for a day shift and a night shift.

Next year it would be nice to tell them, we have more volunteers.

Won’t you consider volunteering for a while? HCBEMS works from 7 a.m. – 7 p.m., Monday through Friday. Your shift would only be 1 day a week. You get education, CPR certified, a uniform, and a lot of time on an ambulance, comradeship of other volunteers and the gratitude of your neighbors as well as the rest of the squad. You want some action - join HCBFAS at 100 Port Royal Drive. We are one of the busiest squads.

We’d love to show around and tell you what you can do. We have interesting calls, real emergencies and even some funny calls. Come down and ask about working with us.

You “want to see the world join the Navy.”

We learn like kids, work like dogs, get stroked like cats, eat like the fire department and laugh like it’s on sale and we need you.

All the volunteer squads need more volunteers. We cover an area that includes 1,765 homes. In a 5-day workweek, from January 1 until July 1, we have responded to over 1,000 9-1-1 calls. HC Berkeley has 3,236. HC Carefree has 1,612 homes. HC South has 2,359 homes. HC West has 1,812 homes. Silver Ridge Park East & West has 1,746.

You would think we could get more than 38 volunteers.

Stay Well! Volunteer if you can.

Phyllis Brown Holiday City at Berkeley First Aid Squad

Church’s Child Abuse Is Business As Usual On Aug. 16, the Press published (again), another clergy sexual child abuse story. Should anyone be shocked or surprised?

“Child abuse” is really a pathetic euphemism for what has been going on in the Roman Catholic Church for decades, and still is! We’re talking about the systematic rape and molesting of thousands of children by Catholic priests, and the churches’ complicity in covering up and protecting the child-rapists among us.

Just this month alone, a Pennsylvania grand jury report asserted that church leaders protected hu ndreds of accused priests at the expense of more than 1,000 abuse victims. The Archdiocese of Boston, Philadelphia, Los Angeles, New York, Chicago, Spokane, San Diego, to name just a few, all have paid out millions of dollars to victims of its own church.

What has been taking pla ce i n t he chu rch is not an aber ration or an anomaly, or the result of a few rogue priests as some church apologists contend.

The truth is, it has been “open-season” on children in the Catholic church for centuries.

As for pedophile priests and the Catholic Church that covers up and protect them, I humbly apologize for my inability to pay them both the proper disrespect they deserve!

Borden Applegate Jackson

Trump Has Proven Why He Should Be Impeached Article II, Section 4 of the Constitution calls for i mpeach ment for t reason, bribery, or other high crimes and misdemeanors by the president, the vice

president and all civil officials of the United States.

Observing the officials of this Executive Branch from top down sent me scurrying to my Webster’s Encyclopedic Unabridged Dictionary looking up the word “treason.”

The entry on “treason” is long so I’ll “trim and select” various elements, and occasionally insert an accusation or comment (in parentheses).

“Treason” is the offense of acting to over th row one’s government (FBI, D OJ,C I A , NSA , H L S , EPA, HUD, DOE, etc). It’s a violation of allegiance to one’s sovereign (in this case the Constitution of the United States) or to one’s state (the USA). It’s the crime of giving aid or comfor t to the enemies (Putin’s Russia) of one’s government.

My d ict ion a r y l i n k s “treason” and “sedition” in a nuanced manner. Both mean disloyalty or treachery toward one’s country or its government.

“Sedition” is any act (disbelieving and demeani ng A mer ica n secu r it y experts), writing (tell-all tweets to friends and foes), speech (accepting the word of Vladimir Putin while rejecting all evidence, and condemning the American press) directed unlawfully against state authorit y, the government, or constitution, or calculated to bring it into contempt or to incite others to hostility, ill will or disaffection (every speech at ever y Tr ump rally). “Sedit ion” does not amount to treason and therefore is not a capital offense.

Question 1: Do not both sedition and treason qualif y as high cr imes and misdemeanors?

Question 2: How can an entire political party (Tr ump’s loyalists and/ or Stormtroopers) be impeached for the crimes of sedition and treason?

Suggestions please!

Nicholas Molinari Brick

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

Congressman Tom MacArthur BRICK - Congressman Tom MacAr thur (R-3 rd ) urged FEMA Administrator Brock Long to deploy every available resource to assist the recovery efforts in the Township of Brick, New Jersey.

On Monday, Aug. 13, 2018, f looding destroyed over 100 homes in a senior

community.

“The seniors who were blindsided by this f lood on Monday are hur ting and they need our help.

While the damage is being assessed, I want to ensure that FEMA is doing everything possible,” said Congressman Tom MacArthur.

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From The Desk Of Secretary of State

Tanesha Way TRENTON - New Jersey has f i nalized a spe nding plan utilizing $10.2 m il l ion i n fede r al a nd st ate elect ion secu r it y funds. The plan will fund programs into 2023 and will address critical election infrastructure, such as cybersecu r it y, database improvements, and ele ct ion aud it i ng. T he New Jersey Department of State, through its Division of Elections, and the New Jersey Office of

Homeland Security and Preparedness, through its New Jersey Cybersecurity and Communications Integration Cell, released the following statement regarding the continued confidence in the security of the State’s election systems: “Our citizens deserve a secure election system that fulfills their unalienable right to participate in their government free f rom i nter ference. I m-

MacArthur Urges FEMA Assistance for Brick

assistance, and clean-up resources are critically important right now, not just in Brick, but in several areas across the State of New Jersey. In Brick particularly, the fact that most of the victims of this storm are seniors, makes the need for assistance that much more dire.”

Below is the letter to Federal Emergency Management Agency Administrator Brock Long: Dear Administrator Long,

As you are aware, a severe rain storm struck New Jersey on Aug. 13, 2018. I am urging you to deploy all available federal resources to respond to this devastating storm to ensure a full recovery as quickly as possible.

The National Weather Service reported that nearly 8 inches of rain fell in the Township of Brick on Monday, which is what the area experiences over two months, in less than three hours. Over 100 residents

were forced to evacuate and New Jersey declared a state of emergency in five counties, including Ocean County, which I represent.

This is particularly harmful because this community is largely populated by senior citizens on fixed incomes, creating unique challenges for these residents to relocate. Since this community is outside of the flood zone, residents are not required to purchase flood insurance, leaving many of these seniors without any

financial support. While the immediate response by state and local emergency responders was professional and strong, the scope of this storm has created a significant burden on a community that is not accustomed to dealing with this severity of flood damage.

To put it simply, our community needs federal assistance immediately and I look forward to discussing this with you directly in the very near future.

New Jersey Announces $10.2 Million In Election Security Initiatives

p r ov i n g Ne w Je r s e y’s cu r rent elect ion i n f rastructure has been an ongoing process, which has included planned database upgrades and increased cybe r se cu r it y pa r t ne rships. But this infusion of funding can help set the foundation for what we hope can be one of the most advanced and secure election systems in the nation,” said New Jersey Secretary of State Tahesha Way. “I have had one priority since assuming leadership over the Division of Elections, which is to protect each citizen’s vote like it were my own.

That is what I’ll continue to do as we take the necessary steps to upgrade our election infrastructure.”

“The cybersecurity assistance that we provide to state and local officials in the form of vulnerability assessments of polli ng places, warehouses, and ballot storage areas will continue throughout this election cycle,” said New Jersey Office of Homeland Secu r it y and Preparedness Director Jared Maples. “We are working with municipal, county, and state election officials to offer services to ensure the security and integrity

of the St atewide Voter Registration System. To that end, the New Jersey Cybersecurity and Communications Integration Cell will continue to provide real-time monitoring of cyber threats, tailored analysis, and share infor mation on resilience and risk mitigation strategies.” State officials are i nc re a si ng det e r re nce, detection, and response r e s ou r c e s a nd m a k i ng relevant upgrades to the State’s election systems.

Of the total f unding, $9.7 million was awarded to New Jersey following congressional appropri-

ation and the state provided nearly half a million dollars in matching f u nd s. Se c ret a r y Way, in consultation with Dir e c t or Maple s , c ou nt y ele ct ion of f icials, a nd other state officials, developed the spending plan to include the following spending categories (details below): • Cybersecurity • Physical Security • Training • Communication • Voter Registration • System • Voting Equipment • Election Auditing • ADA Compliance

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BARNEGAT – American Legion Riders are sponsoring a Dart Poker Run on August 26, rain or shine, to benefit Operation Comfort Warrior. This is the Barnegat American Legion Riders Post 232, 499 North Main Street, Barnegat.

The event is called “Just Stick it!” We will have dart boards set up at each stop for people to try to win a poker hand and up to $1,000.

The run is approximately 100 miles.

Signup is at Post 232 at 9-10:30 a.m. Kickstands up at 10:30 a.m. All proceeds benefit Operation Comfort Warrior. A donation of $20 is requested and we are looking for sponsors or items to be donated to our Legion.

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Bus Trip To Golden Nugget Casino

LONG BEACH – St. Francis of Assisi Parish is running a Bus Trip to Golden Nugget Casino in Atlantic City on Wednesday, September 12, 2018. The bus will leave St. Francis of Assisi Church parking lot promptly at 9:45 a.m. and will return at 6:15 p.m. St. Francis Parish is located at 4700 Long Beach Blvd., Long Beach

Township, NJ. The cost of the trip is $25 and you will receive $25 in slot play and a $5 food voucher.

A limited amount of tickets are available at the Front Desk of the Community Center.

For more information please call St. Francis Parish and Community Center at 609-494-8861.

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MANAHAWKIN – Save the date! Dine to Donate at Element restaurant will be held on September 12, 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

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Lunch menu is served until 4 p.m.; dinner menu, 10 p.m.; and Sunset menu, 2-5 p.m. Element does not accept reservations! For six or more, text Mary at 609-917-4729.

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LACEY – Join the Lacey Library on August 29 for an evening all about weather at the Jersey Shore! From 6:30-7:30 p.m., learn about basic meteorology, what goes into weather forecasting at the Jersey

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STAFFORD – Join the Stafford Township Arts Center on September 21-23 for The Marvelous Wonderettes! Featuring over 30 classic ‘50s and ‘60s hits, The Marvelous Wonderettes will keep you smiling in this must-take musical trip down memory lane!

This smash off-Broadway hit takes you to the 1958 Springfield High School prom where we meet Betty Jean, Cindy Lou, Missy, and Suzy, four girls with hopes and dreams as big as their crinoline skirts! As we learn about

their lives and loves, the girls serenade us with classic ‘50s hits including “Lollipop,” “Dream Lover,” “Stupid Cupid,” and “Lipstick on Your Collar.” In act two, the Wonderettes reunite to take the stage and perform at their ten-year reunion. We learn about the highs and lows the girls have experienced in the past decade and are charmed to find that no matter what life throws their way, they will conquer it together.

Dates: Sept. 21: 7-9:30 p.m. Sept. 22: 7-9:30 p.m. Sept. 23: 3-5:30 p.m.

Sunday Of Service

WARETOWN – Pastor Dawn Corlew of the Waretown United Methodist Church, 27 Bryant Ave, Waretown is pleased to announce a “Sunday of Service”. It will be held on Sunday, September 16, 2018 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Come attend a short worship service and then join us in serving our community by

helping people in need. We will be working throughout the town on various projects.

There is something for everyone to do. All ages welcome, childcare provided. A light breakfast and lunch will be served. For more information or to register for the day, contact waretownumc.org or 609-693-3134.

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MANAHAWKIN – Join fellow businesses on September 12 for our Second Annual Forum for Family Business at The Mainland Holiday Inn, 151 Rte. 72, Manahawkin.

Registration begins at 8:15 p.m. Cost is $25

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CFSJ awarded three $50,000 grants to each of the following: Ocean SMART in Ocean County, AtlantiCare Internal Medicine Physician Resident Outreach to Atlantic City Housing Authority for Seniors in Atlantic City, and Project MEMORY L.A.N.E. in Camden.

With the steadily growing senior population in NJ, the Population Reference Bureau, noted that the shrinking ratio of working adults to elderly residents a big concern for policymakers.

Ocean SMART plans to use the funds for Senior Mobility and Resource Training. This training will make improvements to senior mobility while combatting social isolation among non-drivers.

AtlantiCare Internal Medicine Physician Resident Outreach to Atlantic City Housing Authority for Seniors plans to use the funds to bring the delivery of care outside of the AtlantiCare Clinic by sending internal medicine residents to provide outreach and wellness to patients in high rise complexes.

Project MEMORY L.A.N.E. stands for Living with Alzheimers’ in a Nurturing Environment.

This organization will use the funds to expand services for residents living in affordable housing that require their services.

“Our Aging Innovation Fund at CFSJ allows us to continue the work Cascade was originally set up to do,” said Don Ambrose, CEO of Cascade’s parent company Del Mar Healthcare. “We are now in our third year, and we’re very excited that South Jersey has

eagerly embraced the opportunity to innovate and lead in this field.”

According to CFSJ Executive Director Andy Fraizer, senior residents of South Jersey are an asset to local places, making important contributions.

“Our partnership with Cascade allows CFSJ to create a better public understanding of aging-related opportunities and challenges for seniors and South Jersey communities,” said Fraizer.

Community Foundation of South Jersey is a non-profit organization that manages charitable giving funds for individuals, families, companies and communities. For more information about them, visit communityfoundationsj.org or contact Lee Albright at lalbright@communityfoundationsj.org or 856-316-4755.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Teen Hit By Car Has A Long Road Ahead To Recovery

By Jason Allentoff POINT PLEASANT BOROUGH – It’s been 12 days of intensive care and medical treatments for a 14-year-old girl who was hit by a speeding car in Point Pleasant while she was out riding a bicycle with her friends. Although Emma-Mae is making progress, she has a long road ahead for recovery.

Stephanie Gnolfo, Emma-Mae’s mother, tells Jersey Shore Online that her daughter has been transferred to another hospital which specializes in brain traumas. She had been at Jersey Shore University Medical Center ever since the August 9th accident on Route 88 but was transferred to a new medical center over the weekend.

Gnolfo said “Emma-Mae is having severe migraines due to the concussion as well as the bleed on the brain and fractured skull. But she is the strongest kid I know and one hell of a fighter.”

A GoFundMe page started by Kristen Cutrona of Toms River has raised a total of $25,876 so far. The goal was originally set at $10,000 but due to the additional medical expenses for the extensive treatments, it is now set at $50,000.

The Point Pleasant Chamber of Commerce has announced they will have a special fundraiser for Emma-Mae on August 25th during the Point Pleasant Give Back Day. Gnolfo adds “I am forever grateful for all of the well wishes and prayers. It means so much to us.”

Emma and two friends were riding their bicycles at 10:30 p.m. on Thursday, August 9th when they attempted to cross Route 88 at Sunset Avenue. They looked all ways, and believing it was clear, the two friends started to cross.

However, Emma was hit by what was described as a dark sedan.

Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office spokesman Al Della Fave said “the teen was thrown onto the windshield over the hood, where she was carried on the car for a time before being thrown off.”

Della Fave adds “the vehicle’s driver callously continued driving after the impact, carrying the victim on the vehicle hood for a distance before she was thrown free of the vehicle.”

26-year-old Brittany Keifer was arrested later that night on charges of assault by auto and leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious bodily injury. Officers found her car, which suffered extensive front end damage, hidden under a tarp outside of her home. Due to changes in bail reform laws, Keifer was released

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According to sources Jersey Shore Online cannot disclose, Keifer has a lawyer working on her case and all attempts to reach out for a comment have turned up dry.

Emma, an accomplished cheerleader, is supposed to start Point Pleasant Boro High School as a freshman this September. Her mother says “Emma’s ultimate goal is to get better and get out of the hospital. She hopes to start her journey of high school and hopes to be able to cheer again. For now, we need to concentrate on getting her better so we can try and make those things possible.”

Emma’s mother, who is a single mom, said “that phone call is the worst call any parent can ever get. Today, for the first time, I was able to finally bring myself to look at the GoFundMe page. I am just so overwhelmed by the love and support we have had. Also, how the community has come together tremendously to help a little girl that they didn’t even know. It just fills my heart knowing how loved Emma is and it means so much to us. There are no words for me to even come close to expressing my gratitude.”

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By Jennifer Peacock TOMS RIVER – Ocean County College officials unveiled the newly renovated instructional building recently.

The ribbon cutting to celebrate the reopening of the building was held July 26, with OCC President Jon H. Larson, Board of Trustees Chair Carl Van Thulin, and Buildings and Grounds Chair Linda L. Novak offering comments.

Freeholder John C. Bartlett, who is liaison to the college, was scheduled but unable to attend.

Constructed in 1965, the original three-story 62,000-square-foot instructional building was one of the first five buildings on the campus, holding 18 classrooms, 20 labs and office space for 34. (The other original campus buildings are the library, the gymnasium, the college center, and the lecture hall.) It was the only classroom building on campus at that time, when it opened to students in 1967. The heating plant for the entire campus was housed in that original building.

“When I fi rst came to town, my fi rst meeting with John Bartlett, we discussed renovating this building,” Larson said.

“That was in 2000. It only took us 18 years to get here, but by gosh, we are here now.”

Renovation plans for the building were initiated in 2013. Renovations took 16 months to complete.

The building will be open for use for the fall 2018 semester. Classes begin Sept. 5.

The interior was stripped down to the walls, floors and roof. The renovation includes: new heating, cooling and electrical systems; modern bathrooms; new elevator; new security system; new 3,000-square-foot atrium; 24 new classrooms with modernized AV systems; three new engineering labs; new 110-seat lecture hall; three new student lounges; and office space for 38.

Sara Winchester, OCC executive vice president of Finance & Administration, said via email the total cost of the renovation of the instructional building was approximately $14 million. Funding was provided by the New Jersey State Higher Education Capital Facilities Fund (GO Bond) and the County of Ocean.

The heating system has been relocated to a new, centralized plant.

“It’s been converted into a beautiful and very high-tech building,” Larson said.

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Continued From Page 1 Alliance, including Betti Anne McVey, Stafford Township Recreation Director.

McVey explained that a needs assessment is performed every five years to reassess and address the tow nship’s needs as they evolve with time. The previous assessment determined that underage drinking was the most popular issue in Stafford, she said.

Also present at the meeting were nu me rou s conce r ned reside nt s a nd members from the DART Prevention Coalition of the Institute for Prevention and Recovery at RWJBarnabas Health.

DART facilitated the needs assessment in order to gather local input that would help them work with the township to create accurate and helpful substance abuse prevention programs.

“The DART Prevention Coalition focuses on preventing underage drinking, prescription drug abuse and the illegal use of marijuana and tobacco in Ocean County. DART is comprised of community leaders including law enforcement and government officials, educators, business owners, substance abuse professionals, clergy and youth,” according to Abigail Thompson of DART. DART has partnered with the Ocean County Health Department, LBI Health Department, Ocean County Prosecutor’s Off ice, and NJ National Guard Cou nt e rd r ug Ta sk force t o conduct various needs assessments throughout the county. The township’s Municipal Alliance falls under the jurisdiction of the Ocean County Health Department, according to McVey. The county hopes to use the findings to not only create resources and prevention programs, but also to collect cou nt y-w ide d at a on t he subst a nce abuse trends in the county.

“The analysis of this information is securely released to towns and further release of this infor mation is at the discretion of individual towns. Our needs assessment process includes a var iet y of methods, including community surveys, focus groups, and key

OCC: Continued From Page 12 The centerpiece, according to Jan Kirsten, executive director of college relations, is the new student success tutoring center, housed in the building’s second f loor.

Of the whole project, Kirsten said, “This has been a labor of love for everybody involved. …The building, all three levels, it is spectacular.”

And, there’s another construction project on campus.

“The Ocean County Vocational Technical School Performing Arts Academy (PAA) High School building is currently under construction on the OCC campus,” Winchester explained. “The PAA is a four-year public high school designed

The Southern Ocean Times, August 25, 2018, Page 13 infor mant inter views,” according to DART’s website.

This facet of the needs assessment was simply a focus group discussion between township residents and officials as to what they all considered to be the most pressing needs in terms of drug and alcohol abuse. Sitting around a table in the community center, DART was able to collect information about St a f fo r d’s s u b s t a n c e a b u s e t r e n d s t h roug h resident’s sha red per sonal experiences.

While Officer Christopher Fritz of the Stafford Township Police Department noted that he believes underage drinking to remain the number one substance abuse issue in town, the residents spoke up about other concer ns, includi ng marijuana use and the increasing popularity of vape devices.

With new substance abuse t rends cropping up, such as JUULs (a kind of e - ciga ret t e) a mong t he you nge r ge ne r at ion s , T homp son not e d t h at the county also performs smaller assessments within the five-year period between formal needs assessments to accurately track how certain trends are progressing over time.

In order to address the consistent issue with underage drinking, Officer Fritz listed some of the programs already in place to educate kids about the dangers of substance abuse, including the STYLE program in Southern Regional Middle School and High School; Second Step in 3rd-6th grades; Not Even Once in 11th and 12th grades; and Project Aware for elementary schools. Each of these programs addresses a different approach of substance abuse prevention in different age groups.

Thompson noted that this meeting was just one facet of how DART goes about collecting data for the needs assessment.

The results will not be released until the county collects all the necessary data.

If you were unable to attend the focus group, you can still participate in the needs assessment via an online community survey. Find the survey and more information about the process at ochd.org/ alcohol-and-drug-services/.

to provide performing arts curricula focused in dance, vocal music, and acting, along with a college preparatory academic program. In partnership with OCC, the new building will allow the Ocean County Vocational Technical School to offer an Early College Program. PAA high school students will have the opportunity to graduate with a high school diploma and an associate’s degree at the same time. Ocean County College students will have the benefit of using the unique facility and the PAA students will have access to the entire campus.

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MILLBURN — The Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey is looking for volunteers throughout the state to help spread awareness of the dangers of prescription opioids and actions that can be taken to protect families and communities from addiction as part of the third annual Knock Out Opioid Abuse Day on Saturday, Oct. 6.

In 2016 — the most recent year with complete data — more than 42,000 people in the United States and 2,000 people in New Jersey lost their lives from an opioid overdose. The final death total for 2017 is expected to be even higher, and New Jersey is on pace to have more than 3,000 drug overdose deaths in 2018.

Through this statewide single-day initiative, volunteers will spread the message about the potential for dependency on prescribed pain medicine and its link to heroin use rates in our state. The effort will involve a two-pronged approach: informing prescribers and raising awareness among New Jersey residents and families.

More than 5,000 volunteers participated in last year’s Knock Out Opioid Abuse Day, distributing crucial information on safe prescribing practices to healthcare providers, as well door hangers with information on the link between prescribed pain

medications and heroin abuse throughout communities.

Each county will have volunteer coordinators who can help interested volunteers obtain materials and help them plan their outreach. Volunteers will be asked to devote the amount of time they can give, whether it’s a few hours delivering door hanger tags to homes in their community or 20 minutes during their lunch break distributing materials in their office. Anyone can volunteer: school clubs, scouts, religious groups, businesses. Coordinators for each county can provide more information on how to get involved.

Residents interested in volunteering can sign up at drugfreenj.org/knockoutvolunteers. The website also includes a toolkit, which provides electronic methods for spreading the message of Knock Out Opioid Abuse Day. Knock Out Opioid Abuse Day is a project of the Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey, in cooperation with the Governor’s Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse; the New Jersey Department of Human Services, Division of Addiction Services; and the Community Coalition for a Safe and Healthy Morris, with help from thousands of volunteers across the state.

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

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By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Most of you understand that homocysteine is a toxin that, when elevated, increases your risk for heart attack and stroke. This is well-documented, but what is shocking is how dangerous a neurotoxin this compound is! It has been implicated as a contributing factor in neurological and psychiatric disorders such as major depressive disorder, aggression, schizophrenia, bipolar, psychosis, Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease.

The other shocking surprise is that homocysteine can increase in your blood stream if you have mild kidney disease. Your first clue to this might be unexplained itching, or mild swelling in your feet after a shower or prolonged sitting.

Excessive homocysteine can destroy your life and cause you to get diagnosed with multiple conditions that require expensive medications! If you’d like the extended article I’ve written, I’ll send it via email if you sign up for my free newsletter. Now, here are some ways to reduce homocysteine: Minimize Meat: Methionine is the primary building block for homocysteine, so one quick way to reduce the formation of homocysteine, is to cut back on red meat which is high in methionine. Just think of it as “meat-thionine” and reduce intake for a few weeks.

B Complex Vitamins: These include B6, B12 and B9 (methyl folate). This is what’s needed to break down homocysteine. It works for some people, but it triggers other people causing them to over-methylate. It’s not my favorite approach because it’s very hard to find the perfect ratios of each B vitamin (which is

different for everyone). I prefer throwing a “wet blanket” on top of the fire so continue reading.

Bifidobacterium: Intestinal flora that has healthy amounts of Bifidobacterium longum can help reduce homocysteine. It works because the probiotic goes on to produce folate in the gut, and folate is needed to break down the homocysteine.

Prunes: In last year’s issue of Food and Chemical Toxicology, researchers noted that homocysteine responded to antioxidant compounds found in prune extract. Granted, this was not a human study, but still the prune extract was given by injection and it significantly decreased homocysteine levels. We can joke about it all day long, but you need to know that the prunes have a beneficial effect on homocysteine.

Pomegranate Powder: Brand new research in Biomedicine and Pharmacotherapy was published in June 2018 and showed how “punicalagin” from pomegranates can protect neuronal DNA in the brain of rodents with high homocysteine. Drinking pomegranate juice might help humans, it’s certainly not going to hurt. Even better, you can buy a concentrated pomegranate powder in a bag, and just mix some in water each day.

Catalase: High homocysteine is associated with a reduction in catalase enzyme activity all over the body. So if your homocysteine is high, your peroxide is too. Catalase is the liver enzyme humans make and it’s required to break down peroxide and turn it into water and oxygen. There are supplements of Catalase available online.

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By Kimberly Bosco TOMS RIVER – Was your home damaged by the recent flooding? Maybe you’re simply looking into some home improvement projects?

If either is the case, Ocean County officials urge you to reach out to the Department of Consumer Affairs first, before signing any contracts with contractors.

“Residents recently affected by the flooding from unprecedented amounts of rain that damaged homes should reach out to our Consumer Affairs Department before signing any contracts with home improvement contractors,” said Ocean County Freeholder Joseph H. Vicari, Chairman of the Ocean County Department of Consumer Affairs. “While natural disasters like storms and hurricanes bring out the best in people they also attract the most unscrupulous con artists and frauds.

Unfortunately we saw that following Superstorm Sandy in 2012.

Superstorm Sandy wreaked havoc on the Jersey Shore, but it also brought about numerous incidents of fraudulent home repair contractors. Officials are reminding residents to check with the Department of Consumer Affairs first, to make sure any work you have done is legitimate.

“Ocean County Consumer Affairs is here to help with information and helpful tips to walk you through the process of hiring a legitimate

contractor,” Vicari said. “It is our job to keep our residents safe from fly-by-night unregistered home improvement contractors that may take your money and disappear, leaving unfinished work and unsafe homes.”

Some steps to follow to protect yourself from these scams: • Call the Ocean County Department of Consumer Affairs to check that the contractor is registered with the state before hiring someone.

• Check for complaints filed against a potential contractor.

• Get a copy of the contractor’s liability insurance policy and make sure it is still valid.

• Don’t sign anything unless you understand and agree to all of the terms and conditions, including the fine print.

• Carefully review the list of materials that will be used.

• Never pay the full price up-front.

• Always pay with a check, never with cash.

This is nothing new to the Department of Consumer Affairs. Complaints against home improvement contractors rank number one in this department annually, according to Vicari.

“It may take a little extra time but it’s imperative to do your homework prior to signing a contract,” he said.

The Ocean County Department of Consumer Affairs is located at 1027 Hooper Ave., Building #2, 732-929-2105.

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Auto For Sale 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis V8 – Auto – All Power, Leather Seats – only 68,000 miles – senior owner – Holiday City - $3,900 FIRM. 732-908-9623. (35)

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

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(36) Now Hiring – The Goddard School on Route 70 is seeking full time Teacher’s Assistant and leads for the upcoming school year. We provide a warm, loving environment for children up to six years. Must have a flexible schedule, available Mon-Fri. Benefits include paid time off, 401k and paid lunch on Fridays. To learn more about these positions, email your resume to tomsriver2nj@goddardschools.com Certified Home Health Aides Needed for Ocean County area. Hourly and live-in positions avail. P/T and F/T. Call CCC at 732-206-1047. (t/n)

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IT’s Environmental Services - Interior demolition, mold remediation, sheet rock repair. Serving NJ and PA. Rid health hazards from your home.

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

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Call Joe Wingate 551-804-7391. (36) Bobs Waterproofing - Basement and crawlspace waterproofing. Mold testing, removal and prevention. Family owned. Fully licensed and insured.

Call Bob 732-616-5007. (t/n) All in 1 General Contracting/Handyman Services - All phases of interior and exterior repair,improvments, renovation. From A-Z, big or small, we do it all. Call Clark 732-850-5060.

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FORKED RIVER – The Forked River Presbyterian Church is sponsoring an Indoor Flea Market on Saturday, September 15 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Rent a table for $20 and sell your merchandise and rent additional tables for $15. Early Bird Special rental is $15 for one table and $10 for additional tables,

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by September 1. You keep all the profits. We provide: 6 foot tables, publicity throughout the area, town permits, and parking. Refreshments, breakfast sandwiches, and lunch will be available for purchase.

A Home Baked Dessert Table will be

featured. Also available are beautifully hand crafted items for the season, books and games, toys, and household items.

A Special Christmas in September Table with holiday decorations and gifts will make its debut this year. The Boutique Tables will be back for jewelry, handbags, scarves and accessory

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The Ocean County Cranberry Industry

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 grower in Ocean County. John will speak about cranberry farming, changes in the cranberry industry over the years, and various types of specialized equipment used in his bogs.

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.

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.

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SEASIDE HEIGTHS – Come join us in the arcade for our annual Fall Festival on October 20! It is free and fun for all! Come dressed in your best Halloween Costume! We will have a contest and choose winners! Fun games and of

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LOVELADIES – Join instructor Crystal while she walks you through the process of Indigo Dyeing at the LBI Foundation on

August 30, 7 p.m.! Bring your own white garment or cloth to dye (LBIF will have a limited supply for purchase). The cost is $20.

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I&G FARMS Farm Grown Produce in Jackson for Over 40 Years!

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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.

Columbus Day Parade Committee’s Annual Benefit

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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.

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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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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of aug 25 - aug 31

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (Mar 21-Apr. 19): Inspiring ideas will fill up your tanks. You can’t make headway if you are running on empty. In the upcoming week you may be more comfortable working behind the scenes. You may receive a whiff of true love.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You might enjoy the center of attention, even if it is only within the confines of your home. If you have developed good habits you can let your daily business routines run on autopilot in the week ahead.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Be the bandleader who directs your own life. Don’t let the passing whims of the world around you dictate how you spend your time this week. Use your charm and sincerity to impress people who wield the most influence.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You can improve your reputation and career standing this week by starting new projects and aligning yourself with key people. When you notice money-making opportunities, you must strike while the iron is hot.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): In the week ahead, you may question whether your actions are bringing you the happiness you deserve. You may become more competitive at the workplace or more willing to tackle physically challenging projects.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Go the distance.

Some of life’s challenges require a mere sprint but you will really showcase your talents if you follow through on a long-term project. In the week ahead your most thoughtful words will receive attention.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): In the week to

come you may form ties and alliances that are mutually beneficial. Your lack of adventurousness may seem dull and unexciting to some, but they know they can count on you when the chips are down.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Your insights may be valuable especially where money is concerned. You may receive some type of secret knowledge that you can parlay into personal profit.

Love can become a priority in the week ahead.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Strive to start something meaningful for future success. You may consider making a change on impulse in the week ahead but will be happier with something that you have deliberated upon and prepared for.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Past experiences should refine you not define you.

In the week ahead, you may find ways to become more efficient so that you can meet the demands of daily life head-on. Experiment with the latest technology.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Improve your financial standing while the going is good. Take steps to build an emergency fund, improve your job skills or widen your networks in the week ahead. Tact and kindness will produce the best results.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Your aura of inner peace is soothing and attractive to others. You can buy new clothing that will enhance your appearance. Friends or co-workers might be erratic or eccentric and try your patience in the upcoming week.

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wolfgang puck’s kitchen Back-To-School Blondies Put A Sweet Spin On The End Of Summer Vacation

By Wolfgang Puck

As the father of four sons - two grown and graduated from university, two more still in school - I know that right around now children may be deep in the doldrums. Depending on where in the country you live, summer vacation is drawing to a close or school has already started.

Either way, desperate measures are necessary to help those children who are still at home feel active, interested and happy, or to help cheer up those who have already returned to the classroom. Baking sweet treats has always done the trick for me, going back all the way to those days when I was an unhappy schoolboy in Austria dreading the end of my own summer break.

That is why I’d like to share a recipe for a delicious baked confection everyone will enjoy: blondies with walnuts and chocolate chips. I first encountered these popular American bar cookies - along with brownies, their even better-known chocolate-flavored cousins - after I came to America back in 1973, and I fell in love with them immediately. Like rich, dense, slightly chewy little pieces of cake you can pick up and eat from your hand, they have always seemed to me even more fun, indulgent and satisfying than cookies - and I love cookies!

Not only that, but blondies are easy to make. In fact, they’re even easier than most brownie recipes, since there’s no need to melt chocolate fi rst. Mixed with a stand mixer or hand-held electric mixer, the batter comes together in just minutes. After 45 minutes or so of baking, and maybe another half hour to an hour of cooling before you cut them into squares, you have a treat that will bring joy to children and parents alike.

Under parental supervision, kids can join in the fun of preparing the blondies. If you like, let them come up with different variations from the walnuts and chocolate chips in the following recipe. I’ve seen blondies that contain other kinds of nuts, white chocolate or butterscotch chips, chopped pieces of toffee or other candy, raisins or chopped dried fruit of other kinds, miniature marshmallows, and even broken pieces of salted pretzel.

The fun doesn’t have to end there, either.

One of my favorite ways to enjoy blondies is to make them the base for sundaes. Place a square in a shallow serving bowl, and top it with a scoop of whatever ice cream you like.

Then a drizzle of your favorite sweet sauce, a dollop of whipped cream and some sprinkles top it off. Set up a blondie sundae bar, and the children may - at least for a moment - be so distracted they’ll forget that summer’s almost over or school’s already back in session.

BLON DIES W ITH WA LNUTS A N D CHOCOLATE CHIPS Makes 9 1 1/2 cups (375 ml) all-purpose flour, plus

extra for dusting 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 6 ounces (185 g) unsalted butter, cut into pieces, at room temperature 1 cup (250 mL) packed light brown sugar 2 large eggs 1/2 cup (125 mL) sour cream 1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 2/3 cup (165 mL) coarsely chopped walnuts 2/3 cup (165 mL) semisweet chocolate chips Confectioners’ sugar, for dusting, optional Position the oven rack in the center and preheat the oven to 350 F (175 C). Evenly coat the inside of an 8-inch (20-cm) square baking pan with nonstick cooking spray; then, with a spoon, sprinkle some flour over the bottom and sides of the pan to coat it evenly, tapping out the excess. Set the pan aside.

In a mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder and salt. Set aside.

Put the butter and brown sugar in the large bowl of an electric stand mixer, or in a large mixing bowl if using a hand-held electric mixer. Beat at low speed until the sugar is incorporated; then, raise the speed to high and continue beating until fluffy, stopping as needed to scrape down the sides of the bowl and the beaters with a rubber spatula.

Reduce the speed to medium and, one at a time, add the eggs.

Beat in the sour cream and vanilla until thoroughly combined. Reduce the speed to low and add the flour mixture, beating just until incorporated. Add the walnuts and chocolate chips, beating at low speed just until mixed in evenly.

With the spatula, scrape the batter into the prepared pan and level its surface. Bake in the preheated oven until the top feels fi rm to a quick touch and a long wooden toothpick or cake tester gently inserted into the center comes out clean, about 45 minutes. Transfer the pan to a wire rack to cool.

Line another rack with aluminum foil.

When the blondies are completely cool, run a sharp knife around the inside edges of the pan. Invert the foil-lined rack over the pan and then, holding the pan and rack together, quickly but carefully invert and lift off the pan to unmold the blondies.

To leave the blondies right-side up, place a large, flat platter or plate over the blondies and flip the foiled rack. Then remove the foil.

With the knife, carefully trim away the hard outside edges of the blondies; then, cut into nine equal square pieces, each about 2 1/2 inches (6.35 cm). If not serving immediately, store in an airtight container at a cool room temperature.

If you like, decorate the blondies with a light dusting of confectioners’ sugar before serving. Hold a small wire-meshed sieve over them, spoon a little confectioners’ sugar into the sieve and tap the side of the sieve while moving it over the blondies.

(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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