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By Chris Christopher One of the top defensive players on the Wake Forest University football team is Ja’Sir Taylor, the former Brick Township High School standout.

The sophomore defensive back made three solo tackles and added two assists in a 56-24 win over Rice University in the regular season opener for both teams. In a 2317 overtime conquest of Tulane University, Taylor made five assisted stops, one solo tackle and broke up one pass.

Taylor contributed to the Demon Deacons’ –Photo courtesy of the Delaware Valley University 51-20 win over Towson Sports Information Department University, making three Mike Nobile, who played for Brick Memorial, makes a tackle for Delaware solo tackles and breaking (Football - See Page 9) Valley University.

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–Photo by Judy Smestad-Nunn Attorney Mark Tabakin of the Weiner Law Firm made a presentation to the Board of Education about the lawsuit against the state.

By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK – The Board of Education hired a lawyer to challenge the New Jersey Department of Education plan to cut millions in state funding.

The township could be forced to raise school taxes after the Murphy administration agreed to a $37.4 billion budget that would cut adjustment aid to districts that are considered to be overfunded, which includes Brick.

The lost adjustment aid would be re-appropriated to other districts that the Senate President Stephen Sweeney said were underfunded.

The Board of Education voted recently to retain the services of attorney Mark Tabakin of the Weiner Law Firm of Parsippany and (Lawyer - See Page 2)

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Potential Medical Weed Dispensary Causes Backlash From Brick Residents

By Kimberly Bosco BRICK – Will a medical marijuana dispensary soon take root in Brick?

It’s a possibility.

The Brick Township Zoning Board of Adjustment held a special hearing for such a proposal on October 10 and scores of residents showed up to say their piece about the controversial site. The evening stretched on for more than three hours; it was a markedly contentious hearing that was delayed for further discussion until Nov. 19. No official action was taken.

The board heard testimonies for the proposal of the Jersey Shore Therapeutic Health Center by 385 Adamston, LLC for Use Variance and Preliminary and Final Site Plan (Backlash - See Page 4)

Grants Received For School Cameras, Preschool

By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK - The school district has been awarded two sizable grants this month - one that would f und security enhancements, and another to expand the full-day preschool program for general education students.

A $469,281 federal School Violence Prevention Program grant would partly be used to purchase and install 229 surveillance cameras, said Board of Education President Stephanie Wohlrab during the most recent school board meeting.

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Continued From Page 1 Red Bank. The cost is not to exceed $10,000.

The cost of litigation is subject to change after consultation with other potential litigants. In the event there is a need for additional funds, the proposed expense would be considered by the Board of Education.

“Our district along with others must make our voices heard on behalf of the students and our community,” Superintendent of Schools Gerard Dalton said in a press release.

Current funding patterns use weighted formulas to steer money to districts based on the number of high-need students, and the ability to raise revenue through property taxes. The Board believes other factors have been ignored by the cu r rent for mula: an increase in English Language Learners to the district, the high percentage of special needs students and the loss of ratables due to Superstorm Sandy.

The dist r ict and tow nship believe the Commissioner of Education “has ignored the legislative mandate of the New Jersey School Funding Reform Act of 2008 and the determination of aid was arbitrary and inconsistent in determining the distribution of aid therefore in violation of the SFRA,” a school district press release said.

The governing body of Brick is also fighting against the change.

In June, Mayor Ducey called on Gover nor Mur phy to veto Senate Bill 2, that cut the funding to over 100 school districts, but during the Oct. 9 council meeting, Mayor John G. Ducey said the governor was unresponsive.

“Unfortunately, the governor didn’t listen to us, so our kids are getting a bunch of money stolen from them by our state government and given to other towns,” Ducey said. The Township Council passed a resolution in support of the board of education’s lawsuit.

The Brick Township School District is receiving less than the state aid it should have otherwise received, the mayor said.

This year alone the loss is $1,913,022.

“That’s a crazy amount of money,” Ducey said. “Two million dollars directly out of our children’s education.”

The seven-year incremental plan calls for Brick losing $23,244,000 by year seven, but that’s not the worst of it, Ducey said.

“If you don’t replenish that money, it’s not there, so this year we’re definitely not getting $2 million and that $2 million turns into more than $2 million next year, so the cumulative loss for the district from the 2017-2018 school year through 2024-2025 school year is going to be over $42 million,” he said.

The New Jersey Constitution provides f unds for the suppor t of free public school to be annually appropriated for the equal benefit of all people of the state, including Brick Township, which the legislature is violating, explained Ducey, who is an attorney.

An additional constitutional basis for the lawsuit is the violation of due process rights of the Brick taxpayers - who are unfairly and without due process of law - being imposed an arbitrary and unreasonable property tax burden, he said.

“It doesn’t make any sense. Why is a kid in another district worth more than a kid here in Brick Township?” Ducey asked. “They’re not. Every kid should be equal funded, and it’s just a total abomination of our constitution here in New Jersey.”

The district has no choice but to pursue litigation to have this matter heard by the administrative law judge, he added.

Resident Cathy Erickson said that Toms River is in the same boat as Brick (The Toms River School District stands to lose some $71 million over the course of seven years).

“Are we working in conjunction with them to get more people? I realize that Trenton doesn’t really listen to us, we’re not the cities, we don’t have the voter base,” she said. “I’m tired of my taxes going up to pay for people in North Jersey.”

As of press time, Toms River was likely to join the lawsuit.

Planner Retires In other news, the mayor announced that long-time township planner Michael Fowler would retire on November 1 after ser ving the township for 25 years.

“Michael leaves a remarkable legacy of kindness and true stewardship for our township. The hallmarks of his legacy include a commitment to protecting parklands and open space with an overall goal of making Brick more accessible through pedestrian paths, bike trails, pocket parks, and conservation areas,” said Ducey during the council meeting.

Fowler has driven the land use policy for Brick, and has balanced the constant demand for development with the need for pedestrian accessibility, the mayor said.

Part of Fowler’s responsibility has been planning for the township’s affordable housing obligation, which has been to scatter affordable homes throughout neighborhoods instead of constructing large apartment complexes, as many other townships have done, the Ducey said.

Fowler was the driving force behind the far mer’s market, the community garden, bicycle racks in parks, and much more, including paying for shopping carts in the Costco parking lot, preventing runaway carts.

“Mike has always done what is best for Brick,” the mayor said.

The next council meeting will be on Tuesday, Oct. 23 at 7 p.m.

The next Board of Education meeting will be on Thursday November 15 at 7 p.m. in the Professional Development Center at the Veterans Complex.

- Jennifer Peacock contributed to this article

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Continued From Page 1 Approval. The facility would be located on 385 Adamston Road in the township, also known as Block 195, Lot 11.01.

What exists on the property now is an old bank building, a little over 2,800 square feet, and a parking lot. The project aims to construct a dispensary and cultivation center on the property.

Attorney for the project, John Paul Doyle, opened the hearing by discussing the apparent need for the site in Brick as well as some of its parameters.

“It [medical marijuana] is appropriate for society, it has unique qualities,” he said.

“But to be clear, my client does not seek with this application…to have permission for the retail sale of recreational marijuana.”

Citing New Jersey’s 2010 Compassionate Use Medical Marijuana Act (CUMMA), Doyle expressed that the need for an alternate treatment center (ATC) is present for those patients located in the Ocean/Monmouth County area.

The law allowed for the establishment of 6 ATCs in the state; 2 north, 2 central, and 2 south. With this application, Doyle stated that it would place another ATC in a location much more accessible to patients from Ocean and Monmouth counties.

The existing ATCs are: • Compassionate Care Foundation, Egg Harbor Township • Greenleaf Compassion Center, Montclair • Garden State Dispensary, Woodbridge • Breakwater Alternative Treatment Center, Cranbury • Harmony Dispensary, Secaucus • Curaleaf NJ Inc., Bellmawr According to Ann Davis, owner of the property at 385 Adamston Road and former medical marijuana patient, the nearest dispensary to Ocean and Monmouth county residents is in Woodbridge, nearly an hour drive. She attested to the difficulty of accessibility, as a former patient at the Woodbridge center who lives in Ocean County.

Doyle and Davis marked the significance of establishing the dispensary in Brick, noting that Ocean County is the second largest population of medical marijuana card holders in New Jersey; and Monmouth County, the third. Ocean County holds 10 percent of the 31,000 card holders in the state, stated Davis.

What many residents expressed concern over during the hearing had to do with safety, security, and accessibility of the drug to those who may not need it medically.

Brick resident William Truex lives 150 feet from the proposed ATC with his two young children of 5 and 6 years. “This is a byway for young children,” he said, noting that the proximity of marijuana farming near a residential area with children is worrisome.

Echoing this concern was Brick resident Diana Diaz, who lives 200 feet from the proposed site. Diaz questioned the legitimacy of the site’s location “smack dab in the middle of a residential zone.”

“It is not exclusively residential,” replied Davis.

Doyle also noted that the location is zoned R1, which allows for various uses including industrial, single family, and agricultural.

Lavallette resident Brick Denzel, who owns property in Brick, questioned the extent of the township’s control over use of the drug outside the bounds of the dispensary.

“When I was walking in here [to the township building], I saw two individuals smoking pot outside,” he said. He asked how the township plans to regulate the use of marijuana when it seemingly happens on its own front doorstep.

Davis addressed various concerns of this kind during a PowerPoint presentation that laid out an overview of what the ATC will do and how it will function.

In order to become a registered patient, you must: Have a legitimate physician registered with the Medical Marijuana Program Be a NJ resident Be diagnosed with a debilitating medical condition by a NJ registered MMP physician Only designate one ATC In other words, Davis explained that patients must meet a strict set of requirements prior to using a dispensary, which they are then held to.

In addition to this, security will be tight.

“I can tell you, from what I’ve learned, there will be no more secure, regulated, policed building in this township other than maybe this very building [town hall] and the police department, than this building that we propose before you,” said Doyle.

Davis’ presentation stated that there will be a multi-layered security program; armed with an in-house security team, 24 hour third-party security with uniformed guards every day, 24-hour surveillance cameras, a non-climbable fence, and magna lock doors. The bank building on the property is already outfitted with a vault, cameras, and a well-lit parking lot that would serve as the patient services center for the dispensary.

Since the hearing was ending for the night, the site’s security witness, David Nase, was unable to testify further security information.

Despite the potential “demand” for an ATC locally, there was an outcry from a majority of the residents at the meeting against the idea.

The crowd got rowdy, clapping for those at the microphone who shared their similar mindset and shouting at those others who did not. Zoning Board Chairman Harvey Langer consistently interrupted public comment and testimony to demand respect for fellow residents and the applicants.

Residents Max Flores and Roberto Flecha suggested using alternate site for the dispensary, such as the Pathmark, for fear of it being too close to children in the community.

Some sat quietly in the audience, donning “I support medical marijuana in Brick” stickers on their shirts. One supporter of the proposed dispensary is Elizabeth Ivins. Ivins said she has eight herniated discs in her back and it was only when she started treating herself with medical marijuana 21 months ago that she felt alive again.

“Going into a dispensary is safer than going into the Wawa…those people are your mother, my sister, with cancer, MS, they can’t move,” said Ivins about those who utilize dispensaries.

She is also an educator about the topic at Patients n’ Mind with her daughter Jennifer.

“We have to educate ourselves…This is not reefer madness, this is medicine,” she said.

Although a lot of ground was covered, the hearing was postponed to be completed on November 19.

The applicant has yet to present three more witnesses on the proposal as well as provide time for public comment.

Those who wish to join the conversation can attend the next Board of Adjustment meeting on Nov. 19, 7 p.m., at the Brick Township Municipal Building.

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Continued From Page 1 In May, the township police department and the school district partnered with national school safety firm SERAPH to provide training for school safety, which led to township grant writer Tara Paxton securing the nearly half a million dollar grant.

On October 4, the police department received notification of the grant, 60 percent of which will be used to pay for the surveillance cameras and the rest to pay for infrastructure, Wohlrab said.

The matching funds from the school district are designated to pay for licenses for the software, and 10 percent of the labor costs, she added.

“This grant came upon us very quickly.

There was a very, very quick turnaround and it was a really tight timeline. We all came together and we got this done in a short period of time,” she said. “It will help to protect some 8,900 students and 1,500 employees who occupy the 12 buildings daily.”

The grant application had to be submitted by the police department in support of their efforts to maintain safety

in the township schools, and it comes just before the November election when taxpayers would be asked to vote for a $12.5 million referendum, which would pay for security upgrades to school vestibules and security technology.

The second grant, a $690,965 Preschool Expansion Grant, would expand the number of general education children who could attend full-day preschool in an integrated classroom with special education students.

For every 10 general education students in the full-day program, there would be five special needs students, explained Superintendent Gerard Dalton.

Three new full-day preschool classes would be started in January 2019, and the plan calls for 16 full-day preschool classes for the 2019-2020 school year.

Classes would be capped at 15 students.

According to the State Department of Education, the grant requires one certified teacher and an assistant for each class of 15 children.

The Brick School District was one of only 31 in the state to receive funding from the Department of Education to expand the preschool program for fouryear-olds.

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY F EATURED L ETTER Who Really Benefits From Increase In Minimum Wage?

Just read another politician, the Gover nor and Craig McLoughlin thinks it is great to raise the minimum wage to $15 an hour. They want to give everyone a livable wage. However, they are not saying that when wages go up, so do prices. This raise in salaries is almost 100 percent. That fast food h a mbu rge r you wa nt may now cost you seven or eight dollars plus a drink and fries. Have you seen this cost of living increase in your social security, pension checks or veterans’ benefits?

The second part of this is, what kind of raise that must be given to workers who make $20 an hour after years of service to balance this $15 governmental raise?

Are we now going to pay them $38 dollars an hour for the same work? Realistic businesses will always pass the cost on to the consumer with smaller size or lower grade products.

We have some people in entry level positions that have very few skills and no intention on improving themselves. Entry level means entering the work force for the first time and you need to improve your skills in order to get a higher wage. Entry level positions were for students to put a few dollars in their pockets while in school. Not to support yourself in life So, if this comes to

p a s s , you r e c e ive a raise, prices go up dramatically and you are in the same boat as you were before. But wait there is a bright side to this! The incomes tax goes up. Let’s say the tax is 25 percent on a dolla r. So, you are taxed 25 cents on every dollar you earn.

Now at two dollars you are taxed 50 cents on your hourly wage. For example, if you ear n $315 a week after taxes you take home approximately $236.25.

The government gets $78.75. Now, at $15 an hour for the same 35 - h o u r wo r k we e k you ea r n $525 af t e r taxes you take home is $393.75. The gover n ment s sha re now is $131.25. WOW the government has almost doubled thei r (you r) money. More money for their family members, political donors who they employ and their pet projects.

Entry level is entry level, not career sust ai n i ng. T hat comes with the development of skills and education.

Businesses will pay the price to lure better employees. Please don’t be fooled by the bleeding hearts saving they are going to get you more money. They are not; they are look ing for votes and are going to get themselves more money.

Captain R.M. Silva Toms River

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Letters To The Editor Trump’s Behavior Will Live In Infamy President Trump is to be given credit for a number of international, national and economic achievements. It appears that strong leadership is valued and perhaps more capable of progress than those who take a more timid approach. Hopefully, none of these accomplishments will unravel as time passes, as feared by many analysts. For now, however, there is reason to be pleased, by most if not all people. However, in addition to administrative ability there must also be respect, civility and dignity. America has weathered many wars, economic declines, international strife as well as internal disharmony but through it all those who served as presidents, regardless of political party, met the challenges with conduct that inspired rather degraded and we came through them stronger and prouder.

Sadly, when history is written, President Trump will be remembered more for his conduct than achievements.

At a time when bigotry is rampant, crimes in many cities are on the rise and bullying has become a crisis, our president has emboldened those who represent the worst in conduct, hate and cruelty.

Perhaps the president recognized that more Americans than we would like to believe are not the kind, folksy people often depicted in the media or who we thought were

our lovely, decent neighbors.

Letters To The Editorvote for Bob Hugin to unseat Trump Inspires If Trump can energize people to almost riotous laughter and applause when he degrades women, immigrants (forgetting we are all descendants of immigrants), the handicapped, a captured war hero, those who disagree with him or fail to compliment him and cannot even bring himself to denounce white supremacists in order to maintain and grow his political base, those who are decent Americans are in big trouble. Dictators who brought war, death and destruction to millions also rallied crowds by similar inflammatory rhetoric and conduct. What hope can we have for our children and grandchildren who repeatedly witness the president of the United States and American citizens, not illegals who fled persecution and hunger, behave in this despicable and frightening manner?

As we sing “God Bless America” hopefully we will once again become the decent and inspirational America we once were. Those who recognize the dangers c-15onfronting us must work to halt our rapid decline into hate and indignity mindful of the great film, “It’s A Wonderful Life” where a decent man who lost hope was able to see what life would be like when people like him would be replaced by those similar to those we see and hear at Trump’s political rallies.

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Economic Growth After the end of the Great Recession of 2008, President Obama led us through the worst recovery period in modern American economic history. Leading with disastrous policy such as his signature failure, the Affordable Care Act, the economy never had a chance. Even though the Federal Reserve jumped in and saved his bacon by propping up the economy with endless quantitative easing measures, and unheard of zero percent interest rates throughout his two terms, we were stuck in a quagmire of what I call the era of resignation toward lackluster growth.

With the election of President Trump, things changed overnight. Something no one seems to want to talk about suddenly came on the scene.

It’s called consumer confidence, and it travels through the country across all political spectrums. Obamanites want to take credit for laying the groundwork for this success but the fact is the confidence wasn’t there then and it won’t be there should we return to more failed democratic policy that can no longer be propped up. Despite what anyone may think of the president personally, it is plain to see that his initiative has inspired economic growth.

Anti-Trumpers would snuff out this economic growth just to be rid of their hated foe.

America cannot continue its leadership role for western civilization unless we remain economically on top.

Right now Trump is staring down China in a trade war where the victor will reign supreme. This November’s midterm elections represent a referendum on the Trump agenda, and an opportunity to show the world Americans are serious about that role.

This November 6, in the 3rd district, vote for Tom MacArthur. Even more importantly, in the 2nd district, vote for an ardent Trump supporter, the liberty-loving Seth Grossman. Statewide,

the corrupt Robert Menendez. Lastly vote no on the bond issue as it contains a clause that could raise your property tax bill.

Every vote counts, the choice is ours: continue the consumer era of the present administration or return to the lackluster days of the resignation era. Your economic viability may come down to your individual vote.

James M. Spickard Little Egg Harbor

Smith’s Healthcare Voting Record Risks Lives Healthcare is important to my family. Last year my brother received treatment through the Affordable Care Act that saved his life. Congressman Chris Smith voted against the ACA when it passed in 2010. Over the next 6 years, he voted multiple times to restrict or repeal many of the provisions, but the legislation failed. If Smith had been successful, my brother’s story might be very different.

In July 2017, when the ACA was in danger of being repealed, Smith repeatedly refused to hold an open meeting to hear our concerns. We resorted to letters, phone calls, and rallies outside his office. Only after this outpouring from voters did Smith agree to vote against the repeal. How will he vote the next time? I don’t know.

How will he vote on proposed changes to Medicare and Social Security? I don’t know.

Smith’s track record does not inspire me with confidence.

I want someone I can trust to represent my family. I want Josh Welle. Over the last few months he has held multiple open town hall meetings.

He has listened to voters on many issues. He understands the importance of healthcare.

On November 6, I am voting to protect my family. I am voting for Josh Welle.

Rosemary Wright Ocean Grove

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

Congressman Tom MacArthur WASHINGTON, D.C. - Two of Congressman Tom MacArthur’s top priorities since his first day in office were signed into law by the president.

These provisions protect and support victims of natural disasters like Superstorm Sandy, fix FEMA’s recoupment process, and allow natural disaster victims to have more access to aid that help families and small businesses rebuild.

The very first bill Congressman MacArthur (R-3rd)

introduced as a Member of Congress was the Disaster Assistance Fairness and Accountability Act of 2015.

The bill protects disaster victims from recoupments by the Federal Emergency Management Agency if disaster aid was awarded based on an accurately completed application, even if FEMA later questions the basis of the grant. After fighting to get this protection for Sandy victims for more than three years, MacArthur was able to

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Chris Smith WASHINGTON, D.C. - The 2.8 percent Social Security Costof-Living Adjustment (COLA) increase for seniors is better than last year, but still not reflective of the real cost-of-living increases seniors face, said Rep. Chris Smith (R-4th), who is pushing for legislation to establish a more accurate cost-of-living ad-

justment mechanism for seniors.

“While a 2.8 percent increase is an improvement upon the previous benefits, the reality is that it still does not meet the needs of today’s seniors,” Smith said. “We must ensure that the benefits they earned are an up-to-date reflection of their daily needs, and this

Two New Laws Will Help Disaster Victims Get Aid

get his provision attached to an unrelated law (the Sports Medicine Licensure Clarity Act). The measure will apply to any disaster declared by the president on or after January 1, 2012, which includes Sandy victims.

“Superstorm Sandy devastated South Jersey lives, homes, and businesses. Today, many are still dealing with the aftermath and impact of ineffective and unfair federal government policies. Since day one in Congress, it has been my goal to make FEMA more accountable and work better for South Jersey residents. The federal government has made it difficult for

some in our community to recover from Sandy because of the actions of a few bad actors,” said Congressman MacArthur.

“Without this change in the law, FEMA could continue to change their mind on grants and make disaster victims pay back previously awarded disaster assistance, sometimes years after the award. This happened to many of my constituents after Sandy and I’m grateful that I’m in the position to stop it once and for all. I worked in the insurance industry for 30 years and in the private sector, insurers can’t just take their money back from families. The

federal government should be held to this standard, too.

This protection bars FEMA from recouping funds except in cases of fraud or abuse. It rights a wrong that has been in place for far too long.”

A second policy championed by MacArthur will change current law that prohibits Small Business Administration (SBA) disaster loan recipients from being eligible for FEMA disaster assistance grants. This allows the president to waive the duplication of benefits during a federally declared disaster, allowing disaster victims to have access to both loans and

other forms of federal aid.

Now, South Jersey residents will have greater access to federal aid for years to come.

“The federal government should make it easier, not harder for those who have just gone through a natural disaster. When homes and businesses are destroyed, the last thing families should have to worry about is whether taking an SBA loan will disqualify them for FEMA grants that become available later on. We must ensure that Americans have access to federal assistance during times of disaster,” added Congressman MacArthur.

Social Security Increase Welcome, But Not Enough will require a new and more accurate measurement of their cost-of-living.

“Social Security is a sacred trust, and we must honor this trust by strengthening this program to ensure that the benefits meet the needs of those who rely on them for their livelihood,” Smith said.

Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustments (COLA) are currently tied to the Consumer Price Index. Smith has supported the creation of new measurements

to more accurately reflect the costs of goods and services that today’s seniors face, such as healthcare spending.

Smith has cosponsored the CPI for Seniors Act (HR 2016), a bipartisan bill requiring the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) to develop and publish a new monthly index, the Consumer Price Index for Seniors, that measures changes in consumer spending more typical for Americans age 62 and older.

“We need to base future

Cost-of-Living Adjustments (COLA) on items that seniors spend their money on, such as medical procedures, medication, and Medicare premiums.

These are the cost-of-living expenses that most strongly influence a senior’s household budget,” Smith said. “I will continue fight for a revised COLA formula that gives more accurate weight to the types of expenses seniors endure - so that the annual COLA keeps pace with expenses more typi-

cal of seniors’ cost-of-living.”

More than 67 million Americans will see the 2.8 percent benefit increase for Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits, the Social Security Administration announced, and the increased payments will take place beginning Dec. 31, 2018.

The adjustment was due to an increase in the Consumer Price Index from the third quarter of 2017 through the third quarter of 2018.

State Opposes IRS Rules About Tax Credits For Charitable Giving

TRENTON - Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal led a coalition of Attorneys General calling on the Trump Administration to rescind its “arbitrary” plan to impose new tax rules that undermine efforts by states like New Jersey to promote charitable giving and provide relief to their local taxpayers.

In a letter sent to Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Commissioner Charles P. Rettig, Attorney General Grewal submitted comments opposing the planned new tax rules as “contrary to law” and “misguided as a matter of policy.”

The Trump Administration enacted a tax overhaul in December 2017 that placed, for the first time, a $10,000 cap on the federal deduction for state and local taxes (SALT). On May 4, Governor Phil Murphy responded by sign-

ing S1893/A3499 into law. The new law allows state residents to make charitable contributions to their local governments and to receive partial tax credits of up to 90 percent when they do so.

The IRS has now announced its intent to change its longstanding policy of treating such charitable contributions as deductible. Instead, the agency plans to require taxpayers to subtract the value of any tax credits they receive from their charitable contribution deductions. The new requirement is unprecedented in the 101year history of the charitable deduction.

“The IRS’s about-face represents bad law and bad public policy,” said Attorney General Grewal.

“The IRS should have stood by its longstanding view that tax credit

programs like New Jersey’s are lawful. Instead, the IRS’s new rules harm the many individuals, charities, and governments that have come to depend on existing state charitable programs.

I’m proud to lead a coalition of Attorneys General opposing the proposed rules as dangerous and illegal, and I promise to challenge the IRS in court if it goes through with its plans.”

Attorney General Grewal’s letter notes that the majority of states have programs that offer tax credits to individuals who make charitable contributions to qualifying institutions. More than 100 programs exist in 33 states, the letter explains, which incentivize individuals to donate to causes ranging from natural resource preservation and domestic

violence shelters to financial aid for higher education. The IRS’s plan would undermine all these programs.

The letter explains that the proposed rules would be unlawful in multiple ways.

For one, the IRS has previously treated contributions made pursuant to these programs as deductible under the Internal Revenue Code. “Had Congress wished to revise the Code so as to reverse this long-standing precedent,” Attorney General Grewal’s letter explains, “it would have done so in clear terms. It has not done so, including in the most recent federal tax overhaul.… It is not within the IRS’s rulemaking power to usurp Congressional authority and overrule a tax law principle that has been unquestioned for

more than 100 years.”

Further, the letter adds, “the IRS’s proposal would prejudice states and localities relative to foreign governments. Indeed, while a taxpayer would be required to subtract the value of SALT credits from a charitable deduction, the receipt of a foreign tax benefit would leave the same charitable deduction unchanged.”

And finally, the IRS proposal - together with a “clarification” the IRS issued for business taxpayers on September 5 - would favor corporations over people “because corporations could still deduct charitable contributions that trigger SALT credits while individuals could not.”

For all of these reasons, the letter criticizes the proposed IRS rules

as “an exercise in law-making rather than statutory interpretation.”

The letter also argues that the proposed new rules are troubling as a matter of policy as well. Because programs like New Jersey’s “do not provide dollar-for-dollar tax credits and therefore yield a net increase in state and local revenues,” the IRS’s efforts to undermine these programs end up “depriving state and local governments of the revenue necessary to sustain vital public services.”

“The IRS should abandon its proposed rules,” Attorney General Grewal argues in the letter, “and restore its previous practice of allowing full deductions for charitable contributions that trigger SALT credits.”

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Continued From Page 1 up one pass. Taylor made one solo tackle for three yards lost and added one assist in a 41-34 loss to Boston College.

He made one solo stop in a 56-27 setback to the University of Notre Dame, then ranked eighth in the nation by the Associated Press.

Another tough defender: Bryce Watts, who starred at Toms River North, led Virginia Tech in pass breakups with five through his fi rst four games of the season.

The sophomore defensive back added 12 total tackles, all solos.

He made six solo tackles for the Hokies, then ranked 20th by the AP, in a 24-3 win over No. 19 Florida State University in the regular season opener for both clubs. In a 49-35 loss to Old Dominion University, Watts registered six solo tackles and broke up two passes.

Watts turned back three passes in a 31-14 loss to No. 22 Duke University.

Fields productive: Former Monsignor Donovan (now Donovan Catholic) player Joey Fields, a junior wide receiver, caught eight passes for 96 yards and one touchdown through his fi rst four games of the season for Central Connecticut State University.

One catch was good for 40 yards.

Nobody gets past Nobile: Delaware Valley University freshman Mike Nobile, a defensive lineman from Brick Memorial, led the Aggies in total tackles with 39 through his fi rst five games of the season.

He was second on the team in solo stops with 19, and fi rst in assists with 20. He made 15 1/2 tackles for 72 yards lost, 3 1/2 sacks for 26 yards lost and forced three fumbles.

Teammate Anthony Nobile, who also played for Brick Memorial, added 20 total tackles, including 11 solos, through his fi rst five games of the season as a defensive lineman.

He made six tackles for 20 yards lost, one sack for three yards lost, broke up two passes and added two quarterback hits.

Another solid player for the Aggies is junior linebacker Billy Walsh, who also played for Brick Memorial.

Walsh made nine solo tackles and added 11 assists through his fi rst five games of the season. He notched 4 1/2 tackles for

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Delaware Valley freshman defensive back Blaine Netterman, another former Brick Memorial player, performed with the poise of a veteran through his fi rst five outings of the season, putting 16 solo tackles and three assists into the books.

He made one tackle for nine yards lost, one sack for nine yards lost, forced one fumble and broke up one fumble.

Dan Finelli, a junior defensive lineman from Brick Township, added two assists through three games. Junior quarterback Anthony Fontana (Brick Memorial) rushed for 33 yards on five carries through his fi rst three games of the season for the Aggies.

Cathey a solid rusher: Former Brick Memorial player Matt Cathey, a senior running back, rushed for 114 yards and one touchdown on 34 carries through his fi rst four games of the season for McDaniel College.

Teammate Matt Schleifer, a junior wide receiver from Brick Township, caught five passes for 74 yards and one touchdown through his fi rst three games of the season.

He added six kickoff returns for 106 yard and two punt returns for eight yards.

McDaniel sophomore linebacker Pete Laquaglia, a former Toms River North player, made one solo tackle and added one assist through his fi rst five games of 2018.

A McDaniel sophomore offensive lineman is Joe Hynes, who played for Point Pleasant Boro.

Short bursts: Junior defensive lineman Brandon Burdge (Toms River East) made three solo tackles and added eight assists and one quarterback hit for the Montclair State University Red Hawks through his first four games of the campaign.

The Red Hawks’ Jalen Glenn, a freshman running back from Manchester Township, rushed for 14 yards on six carries through his first four games of the 2018 season.

Former Jackson Memorial player Zack Tetro, a senior defensive back at The College of New Jersey, made three solo stops and added two assists through his first three games of the season.

Note: Is your favorite player missing?

E-mail Chris Christopher at cchristopher1259@gmail.com with the information.

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The school security management audit – school safety assessment certification program provides school officials with training in the planning and execution of a Federal level [U.S. Department of Education] audit of special education, school

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The Brick Township Police Department and School Dist r ict created a task force to perform the audit and assess specific needs to improve safety.

This partnership between the Police Department and the School District ensures that we are working towards a common goal to protect the students from harm. The funding will be used for security improvements that were identified by the taskforce that will include upgrades to school security cameras ant the software that supports it.

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everyone. This year we added bounce houses, a Family Interactive Dance Party and other events that make this event for the whole family to enjoy!

Admission to the trail is $4 for adults and $2 for those under 10. All of the other activities are free to enjoy. There will be a new entrance this year and a new way the line is forming!

Lakewood Township Halloween Parade LAKEWOOD – The Lakewood Township Halloween Parade will be held on October 31, 2018 in Lakewood Town Square at 4 p.m. Free face painting, costume parade and Trick-or-Treat candy bags. Music

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Brick Township High School Drama Club Presents: “It’s Murder In The Wings” BRICK – The Brick High School Drama Club presents a murder mystery, “It’s Murder in the Wings” at the school auditorium on Chambers Bridge Road.

Performances are Friday Oct. 26 at 7 p.m. and Saturday Oct. 27 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.

General admission tickets are on sale now and will also be sold at the door. Students $8, Adults $10.

The high school students are the stars as actors, and stage crew. The murder mystery shows the editor of the Wings Publishing Company, Maddie (Carli Kreminski) discovering her boss has met with an untimely death just before a contract-signing party that will save the business. Tyrolia (Nicolette Esper) Kitty (Samantha Paradise) and Doris (Rachel D’Elia), the in house staff, react with their usual grace. Tyrolia starts looking for another job, Kitty keeps trying to hide the body and Doris has an urge for doughnuts.

All they have to do is keep the murder under wraps until notorious author Lionel Upshaw (Jimmy Baracia) signs a contract, bringing about a new loan from J.B. Odell which will save the company. Of course, there’s the fact that someone at the party is also the murderer. Throw in the problems of Nelva Odell (Brianna Kruzinski) finding the body, a television crew (Shannon Marotta & Katie ZIgo) showing up to tape the festivities and, last but not least, the arrival of the late boss’ new fiancee (Ceana Langella). Add a hack writer (Dylan Kearns) who unwittingly helps to get rid of the evidence, an actress turned caterer (Ariana Ortiz) whose crab puffs keep crawling off, and a janitor (Sam Graziano) who carries a gun and It’s Murder in the Wings!

Contact the director, Ms. Cheryl Best (cbest@brickschools.org) for additional information.

Brick To Host Seminars For Special Ed Parents

By Jennifer Peacock BRICK – The Brick Township School District will hold its Special Education Parent Academy 6:30 p.m. Nov. 12 and 29 at the Professional Development Center at the Veterans Memorial Complex, 101 Hendrickson Road.

The academy is free and open to district parents.

Topics covered include “How to Review

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Seminars are led by school subject experts.

Registration is requested at brickschools. org.

For more information, call the Brick Township Special Education Department at: 732-785-3000 Ext. 4515 or email specialservices@brickschools.org.

Point Pleasant Trick or Trunk

POINT PLEASANT – The Community Watch is sponsoring Trick or Trunk on Oct. 22 from 6-8 p.m. at Borough Hall. There will be Halloween Safety by Detective Hill, a costume contest with prizes, and trick or trunk in the parking lot. Come have fun with the rest of the ghouls and goblins in town!

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The second most common cause of hearing aid breakdown is moisture build up, which can cause your hearing aid to work intermittently. In this case, a dry aid kit is very useful in removing moisture from your hearing instrument (particularly during the more humid summer months).

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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.

One of the most powerful attributes of essential oils is that they contain powerful compounds with constituents in them that promote relaxation. It’s fun to experiment with oils because they work! Doctors from around the world have used oils to relax patients prior to surgery, ease depression and anxiety, and impact GABA receptors, which calm us down. Fragrances instead of pills, it’s a novel idea, right?!

In one fascinating study, researchers learned that sniffing Jasmine essential oil may be as effective as commonly prescribed barbiturates or benzodiazepines when it comes to inducing calm and sleepiness.

Essential oils do not pose serious adverse health risks or side effects such as daytime drowsiness, morning hangovers or tolerance withdrawal. Also, unlike OTC sleep aids, they don’t induce anticholinergic side effects such as constipation, blurry vision and dry mouth.

The easiest way to get essential oils into your blood stream within seconds is to inhale them. Pour a few drops onto the palms of your hands, rub together and inhale deeply. Do this 3 to 5 times then rub your palms onto your neck, or the bottoms of your feet.

My favorite way to use essential oils at night is in a diffuser. You can add a few different oils to the diffuser and enjoy better sleep. Here are a few ideas to get you started: 1. Lavender Dreams - If there’s one, num-

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2. Sleep Like a Baby Blend - Another blend for enhanced sleep and relaxation is below. Depending on the size of your diffuser, you may want to use fewer drops, but either way, keep the ratio the same: • 4 drops clary sage essential oil • 4 drops ylang-ylang essential oil • 4 drops of Roman chamomile • 2 drops wild orange (or bergamot) Clary sage, ylang-ylang, and Roman chamomile are wonder ingredients for promoting relaxation, curbing anxiety, and clary sage is especially effective for helping women balance hormones, including fat-storing cortisol, which leads to belly fat.

3. The Knock Out Blend - For when sleep seems the farthest thing from your mind, and you’ve been in front of that computer all day, with all that circadian-disrupting blue light pouring into your eyeballs, this is the blend I really recommend. Combine 3 drops each of frankincense, bergamot, and sandalwood essential oils.

Instead of filling your home with synthetic perfumes that have hundreds of strange artificial chemicals, try natural essential oils.

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No registration is required. Residents under the age of 65 years need a doctor’s recommendation for pneumonia vaccination. Inf luenza and Pneumonia vaccinations are free if enrolled in Medicare Part B. If not enrolled in Medicare Part B, or you have a Medicare Managed Care

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Chances are it’s not a long-lost friend or even a wrong number, but a robocall. It’s something Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal, along with 34 other state attorneys general, wants the Federal Communications Commission to crack down on.

He and those other AGs have sent formal comments to the FCC, saying that scammers have found ways to circumvent FCC-imposed rules created just last year to block these illegal robocalls.

New Jersey residents submitted more than 134,000 complaints to the Federal Trade Commission in the last 12 months, according to Grewal’s office. The FTC received 4.5 million complaints in 2017 from across the U.S., more than double the complaints lodged in 2014.

The FCC ruled that phone service providers can block certain illegal spoofed robocalls, but state AGs want added authority for providers to detect and block more illegal spoofed robocalls, including “neighbor spoofing.”

“These robocalls are not just disruptive and bothersome. They are used to deceive the elderly and other vulnerable populations, and to facilitate scams that can result in identify theft, credit card fraud and other crimes,” Grewal said. “As Attorney General, I take seriously my responsibility to protect New Jersey residents from this kind of unlawful activity. We need the FCC to

heed our request and create new rules to let telephone service providers block more types of illegal robocalls.”

Scammers disguise their identities through “spoofing,” which makes it difficult for law enforcement to act. Consumers receive these calls whether they are on do-not-call lists or not.

“Virtually anyone can send millions of illegal robocalls and frustrate law enforcement with just a computer, inexpensive software and an internet connection,” Grewal and the other Attorneys General wrote in the formal comments letter filed Oct. 10.

“Neighbor spoofing” disguises the origin of a phone number with the local area code and exchange of the person being called.

That increases the chance of the consumer answering the call.

The Attorneys General want service providers to authenticate legitimate phone calls and identify spoof calls and block them.

Providers will have that technology in place sometime in 2019.

Along with lead state Pennsylvania, Grewal was joined in the formal multi-state comments letter by the Attorneys General of Arizona, Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin and the Hawaii Office of Consumer Protection.

Crossroads Realty Provides Rebates To Veterans And First Responders

NEW JERSEY – Crossroads Realty is proud to announce that we have given over $25,000 in rebates to our Veterans and First Responders.

US Military on the Move is a free real estate rebate and information program developed by Leading Real Estate Companies of the World to allow active duty and retired military personnel, wounded warriors or anyone with a DD214 showing honorable

discharge to earn a credit back when they buy or sell a home.

Crossroads Realty has gone one step further and expanded the program to honor our Police/ Fire/ and Emergency Medical Personnel as well. All first responders will be eligible for the same rebate available as part of the U.S. Military on the Move program.

Contact Tina Orth to find out how to get a rebate at 732-674-7913.

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R.C. Shea & Assoc.

Inside The Law Title Insurance: Why Every Purchaser Needs It

Robert C. Shea Esq.

By Dina M. Vicari, Esq., of R.C. Shea and Associates Many people ask their attorneys, “what is a title search and why do I need title insurance?” Next to having the appropriate funding to purchase your new home, ensuring that the home you intend to purchase has clean or clear title is essential. All mortgage companies require clear title. It is important to ensure that you have title insurance in the event a title issue arises after you have purchased the home.

Title searchers review old deeds, mortgages and wills at the County Clerk’s office to trace the ownership history of the property. They look for any current or past mortgages, liens or judgments on the property that have not been discharged as well as whether there are any tax liens or unpaid municipal utility bills. The title searchers will also examine the chain of title to confirm that the seller’s ownership rights have not been affected and that the sellers are, in fact, selling you a home without any adverse possessory or equitable interests such as pending litigation or easements. These examples are endless, but the title company performing the search has the expertise to find all relevant concerns prior to the purchase.

Once the title company completes its search it will issue an insurance policy after closing which will insure you and your lender should anyone at any time in the future come knocking on your door claiming an ownership or possessory interest in your property. Should this occur, the title company will step- in and provide you with a legal defense and assume the costs of any litigation. This coverage is similar to automobile insurance after you have become involved in an automobile collision. After an automobile collision, your automobile insurer will provide you with legal assistance and take corrective measures in the event

you are sued. Fortunately, unlike automobile insurance where Dina M. Vicari Esq. you pay your premium annually, monthly or quarterly, your title insurance premium is paid only once at the time of closing and this one time premium will provide insurance coverage for as long as you own the home.

It is also important to note that if you have a mortgage you need to obtain both a Lender’s and Owner’s policy. The Lender’s policy covers the mount of the mortgage that is due at the time any claim is made. An Owner’s policy covers your ownership interest, which is a relatively inexpensive addition to the policy premium. In New Jersey, title insurance is usually paid by the buyer. After closing the buyer’s attorney may need to perform additional legal tasks to complete the conditions of the title policy such as filing additional deeds and discharge of mortgages. The purchaser will receive the final title policy in the mail approximately 6-8 weeks after closing.

While all of this may be overwhelming, we at R.C. Shea and Associates can help you through the process. The law firm of R.C. Shea & Associates, Counsellors at Law, is a full service law firm representing and advising clients in the areas of Wills and Trusts, Estate Litigation, Personal Injury, General Litigation, Real Estate, Medicaid, Medical Malpractice, Workers’ Compensation, Land Use and Planning, Powers of Attorney and much more. Call or visit our office Toms River office at 732-505-1212, 244 Main Street, Toms River, email us at Rshea@rcshea. com or visit our website at www.rcshea. com.

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Atlantic City Trip

OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Columbus Day Parade Committee is hosting a trip to Ocean Resort & Casino in Atlantic City on Nov. 11.

Bus departs from Brick Plaza (Cedar Bridge Road entrance), area of former Bon-Ton at 10:45 a.m., or the Barnegat Municipal Complex at 11:15 a.m. Returns

approximately 5:45 p.m. in Barnegat and 6:15 p.m. in Brick.

Cost is $35 per person, which includes the bus ride, $15 slot play, $10 food coupon and refreshments on the bus.

Full payment is due by Nov. 1 to reserve seats. For more information, contact Michael at 732-477-6507.

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Dr. Theodore Lygas and staff unfurl a flag that will be displayed in his office in support of breast cancer awareness month. *Source: NationalBreastCancer.org

THIS TOP BREAST SURGEON HAS OFFICES IN BRICK, BARNEGAT & TOMS RIVER

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Cardiology Associates of OCEAN COUNTY Providing Comprehensive Cardiovascular Care & Management of Both Coronary Heart Disease & Peripheral Vascular Disease

Brick Schools Get A Safety Lesson From EMS

Board Certified Physicians in Cardiology • State-of-the-Art Cardiac Diagnostic Testing Lab on Premises • Nuclear Cardiac Stress Testing • Echocardiograms • Cardiac Catherizations • Angioplasty (PTCA) Stent

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by Jennifer Peacock BRICK – Brick schools staff learned how to use life-saving stop-bleeding kits during their professional training day Oct. 8.

B r i c k To w n s h i p E M S p r o v i d e d training as part of the Stop the Bleed campaign, developed by the American College of Surgeons. Topics included

CPR, bleeding control, AED training and emergency patient moving.

The campaign was started in 2015.

Uncontrolled bleeding is one of the top causes of preventable deaths. The program teaches the general public basic bleeding control techniques.

Each school will be equipped with a bleeding control kit.

Brick Police On-Site Assessment

BRICK – The Brick Township Police Department is scheduled for an on-site assessment as part of its program to maintain accreditation status by verifying that it meets nationally recognized professional standards.

Administered by the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police, the accreditation program requires agencies to comply with best practice standards in five basic areas: the administrative function, the personnel function, the operations function, the investigative function, and the arrestee/detainee function.

Agency employees and the public are invited to offer comments by calling 732262-1107 on Tuesday, October 23, 2018 between the hours of 10–11 a.m. Comments will be taken by the Assessment Team. Email comments can be sent to the police department at employment@

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Telephone comments are limited to 5 minutes and must address the agency’s ability to comply with the NJSACOP standards. A copy of the standards is available for inspection at the Brick Tow n sh ip Pol ic e D e p a r t me nt , 4 01 Chambers Bridge Road. Please contact Lt. Vincent Coburn at 732-262-4786 for more information.

Anyone wishing to submit written comments about the Brick Township Police Department’s ability to comply with the standards for accreditation may send them by email to Harry J Delgado, Ed.S Accreditation Program Director, hdelgado@njsacop.org, or write to the New Jersey State Association of Chief’s of Police, Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission at 751 Route 73 North, Suite 12, Marlton, N.J. 08053

Family Campout At Ocean County Park

LAKEWOOD – Ocean County Park’s Spring Family Campout was such a big hit that we’ve decided to hold one this fall. Our hope is to give families some outdoor exposure.

You should arrive having eaten dinner. We will have a campfire, take an evening nature walk and bed down for the night. You will need a tent, sleeping bag, marshmallows for roasting and a “no-cook” breakfast for the

following morning.

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

If you have questions on what else to bring call 732-506-5122.

The campout will be held at the Beach Complex, Ocean County Park, Lakewood on October 20-21; 5 p.m. Saturday - 10 a.m.

Sunday. The cost is $5 per person ages 5 years and up.

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Uber’s Data Breach Costs $148M In Settlement, N.J. To Get $3.75M

By Jennifer Peacock TRENTON – A data breach just cost Uber $148 million, of which New Jersey will get $3.75 million.

A multi-jurisdiction investigation led to the settlement after it was discovered personal information of Uber riders was compromised, the state attorney general’s office announced today. Uber settled to resolve allegations it failed to comply with state laws relating to collecting, maintaining and safeguarding consumers’ personal information. The company also allegedly failed to comply with state data breach laws.

The breach exposed the names, email addresses and mobile phone numbers of Uber riders, and the names and driver’s license numbers of about 600,000 Uber drivers. Hackers were paid $100,000 by Uber to delete that information. That breach occur red in November 2016, although Uber didn’t disclose that until a year later when a new chief executive officer took over at the company, discovered it, and after an internal investigation alerted authorities.

The $148 million will be divided among the 50 states and Washington, D.C. “This is a significant settlement for New Jersey residents and for Uber users everywhere - not only because the payout is historic, but because it requires that Uber adopt new policies and procedures that will more effectively safeguard the personal information of its riders and drivers

in the future,” said New Jersey State Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal. “We’re also sending a signal to other companies that ignoring consumers’ privacy rights comes with a stiff fi nancial penalty.”

In May 2018, Grewal’s announced the creation of the Data Privacy & Cybersecurity Section, part of the Division of Law’s Affirmative Civil Enforcement Practice Group.

As part of the settlement, Uber must also protect user data on third-party platforms outside itself, use strong password policies for employees to gain access to its network, and “develop and implement a robust data security policy for all the user personal information that Uber maintains, including assessing potential risks to the security of the data and assessing whether there are any additional security measures needed beyond what Uber is doing to protect the data. Uber is also required to designate a Security Executive to oversee its data security policy,” according to the state attorney general’s office.

Uber must also hire an independent third party to assess its data security efforts, and implement a corporate integrity program that allows its employees to report misconduct or ethical concerns.

Deputy Attorney General Elliott M. Siebers and former Deputy Attorney General Russell M. Smith, Jr. within the Affi rmative Civil Enforcement Practice Group in the Division of Law handled the Uber matter on behalf of the State.

Habitat Offering Home Repair Assistance

OCEAN COUNTY – Are you or someone you know in need of home repairs? Habitat for Humanity may be able to help!

Northern Ocean Habitat’s variety of home repair programs help low-income homeowners in northern Ocean County restore and maintain their homes. Habitat will partner with homeowners to alleviate critical health and safety issues and complete needed home improvement projects.

The pre-approval selection of home-

owners and repair applications is done in a way that does not discriminate because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or national origin.

Repair projects include railings and grab bars, water leaks, bathroom modifications, exterior repairs and more.

If you or someone you know is in need of repairs, visit nohfh.com/repairs or call 732-228-7962 ext. 106 to see if you qualify for assistance.

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Yard Sale Community wide Garage Sale - at the River Pointe community, Saturday, Oct. 20th from 10am to 4pm.

Community address is 100 Retreat Dr., Manchester, right off of Ridgeway Blvd. The entire community will be involved, many items for sale! (44)

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Harvest Fair - Sat. October 20 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Pinelands Reformed Church, 898 Rt 37W, Toms River. Crafts, jewelry, tools, grandma’s attic, home-bake goods, tools and much more.

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Items For Sale Piano - Baldwin. Beautiful, upright console from First Baptist Church, Brick. $900. Call Gary 732-691-6304.

(45) For Sale - Wayne ½Hp Power Water Transfer Pump, Flotech 1/3 Hp Pedestal Sump Pump, Coleman Power Mate 8Hp Portable Generator-4 Plug Outlets, Hisense 8000 Btu Portable Air Conditioner, Eden Pure Gen 2 Portable Heater For Medium Room, Thule-Foot Pack Roof Rack With Flat Top Ski Rack And Upright Bike Rack. 732-938-4272.

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Items For Free FREE - Governor Winthrop Desk with origional hardware and ball and claw feet. Four drawer drop down.

Slant top. 732-920-3873.

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

Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius. 732-364-7580. (t/n) COSTUME/ESTATE JEWELRY Looking to buy costume/estate jewelry, old rosaries and religious medals, all watches and any type of sterling silver, bowls, flatware candlesticks or jewelry. Same day house calls and cash on the spot.

5 percent more with this AD. Call Peggy at 732-581-5225. (t/n) Entire Estates Bought - Bedroom/ dining sets, dressers, cedar chests, wardrobes, secretaries, pre-1950 wooden furniture, older glassware, oriental rugs, paintings, bronzes, silver, bric-a-brac.

Call Jason at 609-970-4806. (t/n) U s e d G u n s Wa n t e d - A l l types: collectibles, military, etc.

Call 917-681-6809. (t/n) CASH, CASH, CASH! - Instant cash paid for junk cars, trucks, vans. Free removal of any metal items. Discount towing. Call Dano 732-239-3949. (t/n)

Help Wanted Counter Help Wanted - Part time hours. Manchester Dry Cleaners.

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Employment Opportunity - Senior Services Berkeley Mini-Bus Driver for Senior Services 30 hours Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Must possess a CDL Class B with Passenger Endorsement. *All Positions are full time with Benefits* Please send resume to rtonnesen@ stfrancislbi.org. EOE/AA. (43)

Part Time Food Service - We have an immediate need for Part Time Waitstaff/Servers AM and PM shifts available, Dietary Aides, PT Dishwashers. We are a well established retirement/healthcare community located in Whiting. We offer competitive pay. Under the direction of great Food Service leadership team, you will be working in an environment where you get the support and training needed to grow in your culinary career. The Pines offers an open door policy and Senior Leadership is always available and visible to our employees every day. Rate of pay starts at $9.00/hr.

Apply in Person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org (44)

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 Home Health Care Company Now Hiring RN’s, LPN’s and CHHA in Ocean & Monmouth Counties!

Flexible scheduling. Work in your community. Weekly pay. Career advancement. Comprehensive benefits. Call 732-505-8000 today. (t/n) CNA/CHHA - The Pines is looking for experienced CNA’s/CHHA’s to provide excellence in care to our residents on our Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing units. If you are looking for an environment that rewards excellence, provides a fun work environment you should look no further! $1000 Sign On Bonus for FT 3-11 in Skilled Nursing 3-11 FT CNA(E/O weekend). 3 positions – Skilled Nursing 7-3 CNA FT(E/O Weekend – Skilled Nursing. If possess excellent skills to provide care to dementia resident, come be part pf our NEW INNOVATIVE approach to service our residents with all levels of Dementia. 3-11 PT CHHA3 days week (e/o weekend). 1 Position – Assisted Living 11-7 PT (e/o weekend). Special weekend rates available for weekend commitment positions. Weekend commitment positions on all 3-11/11-7 shifts in both communities. Weekend program requires a commitment of 4 weekend shifts per month. Full Time positions offer competitive rate (based on experience), and excellent benefits including health, dental, life, Paid Time Off and 401(K) with generous match after 1 year. Apply in Person to: The Pines , 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org. (44) ARE YOU BORED? - Like being around people of all ages? We have part time employment for “young at heart” individuals (male or female) that are looking for something different. Merri-Makers has been catering weddings since 1978 and is looking for staff for our wedding divisions. Events are scheduled 30 days out and you decide when to work. Experience NOT required.

Just have common sense and a great attitude. Pay $12.00 an hour plus sometimes tips, sometimes not. Call Justin@908-752-3502 or Colleen@609-384-1022.

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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) Executive Assistant - To manage two person office for senior HOA Heavy telephone volume, emails, customer service, liaison with realtors, attorneys, homeowners & Board, part-time. Knowledge of Windows & TOPPS preferred. Toms River location 443-480-4882. (45) 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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(45) Counselor - Masters Degree in psychology. Available for sessions in your home. Set your own appointment time.

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(43) I Will Clean Your Home - Very good prices. Call 732-773-5078. (47)

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Delightful Full Body Massage Relaxation at its best. 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. $100 cash. Be good to yourself, you’re worth it. Call Sherry 848-254-4908 Brick area.

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Eaglespeed Auto of Bayville - Is looking for an experienced lube tech. Top compensation and training for advancement. Work with master mechanics in long established 5 star shop. No phone calls.

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Handyman – All masonry work, repairs, sidewalks, paving, stone. Call Andy 848-299-7412.

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Hairstylist/assistant/receptionist - Experienced/willing to train the right person. Permit and licensed hairstylist. Full and part time.

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Nor’easter Painting and Staining, LLC - Interior and exterior. Decks, powerwashing. Affordable. Senior discounts. References. No job too small. Fully insured. 732-6910123. Lic #13VH09460600. (51)

Services Don’s Painting - Specializing interior. Quality work. Very neat.

Reasonable prices. Special senior discounts. Honest and reliable.

Low winter rates. 732-899-4470 or 732-915-4075.

(46) PLUMBER-BNK Plumbing LLC. Lic.#12929 Jackson,NJ New Construction, Renovations, Water Heaters, Gas Lines, F i x t u r e R e p l a c e m e n t , Wi n terizing 848-373-4784.

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

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

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Roofing Etc. - Roofing, siding, windows, gutters. Repairs and discounted new installations. Prompt service. Insured. NJ license #13HV01888400. Gutters cleaned.

Call Joe Wingate 551-804-7391. (36)

Interior and Exterior Painting – Insured all calls returned.

References available. Free estimates. Lic # VH4548900. Tommy call 609-661-1657. (38)

Dee’s Cleaning Service And Dog Walking Service - Cleaning homes like your since 1994 senior discounts.

Insured. Call Dee 732 552 6633. (47) Computer Tutoring for Seniors – Retired, “Microsoft Certified” instructor. Very Reasonable rates. Very patient with slow learners. I’ll teach you in the comfort of your home on your computer. I can trouble shoot your slow computer! I also teach iPhone and iPad. I set up new computers at less than half the price the retailers charge. Windows 10 specialist. I can also build a beautiful small business website at a fraction of the going rates. Special Projects always welcome! Tony 732-997-8192. (t/n) Handyman Service - Carpentry, masonary, repairs large and small. 40 years experience. 732-674-3346. (45)

H o u s e C l e a n i n g - We e k l y, bi-weekly, monthly. 25 years’ experience. Reasonable rates. Free estimates gladly given. Call Lois at 732-330-4931.

(40) Car Service - 24/7. Doctors, shopping, airports, hospitals, cruise, shops, Atlantic City, family functions, NYC accomodations for large groups. Call for reasonable rates. Kerry 732-606-2725. (32) Joan’s Dog Training - Certified trainer, insured, experienced. References available. Private in home sessions, behavior issues addressed. Gentle methods. Call 908-759-1196.

(31) Senior Helper - Mature Polish lady will help with all everyday chores and errands. Very honest and reliable. Call Ava 732-581-4726.

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FUN & GAMES

SUDOKU

C ROSSWORD P UZZLE

Across 1 Sound check item 4 Barista offering 9 Colon pair 13 Alicia Keys record label 14 Silver and gold 15 “Now I get it” 16 Large server 17 Lacking energy 18 Lean and strong 19 VIPs 21 Famous 23 Take in 24 Gibbs of “The Jeffersons” 26 Pooh pal 27 They catch a lot of waves 31 Ailing 34 Canasta play 36 Deleted 37 Do nothing 38 Modeling material 40 Match.com goal 41 “Live” sign 43 “__: Legacy”:

sci-fi sequel 44 Blue-roofed restaurant chain 45 Cosmic payback 47 “Wait Wait...

Don’t Tell Me!” airer 49 Long-plumed fisher 50 One of the two 54 Photobucket alternative 57 Ice cream brand introduced in 1866 58 Slugger with the most career grand slam HRs 59 “Let’s hear the story!”

62 Big D pro 63 Helpless?

64 1805 Beethoven premiere 65 Egyptian snake 66 Glitch 67 Hang 68 Early video game letters

Down 1 Caribbean vacation spot 2 Fast-food pork sandwich 3 Twinges 4 *Dramatic gridiron pass 5 Bass output 6 Hiddleston who plays Loki in “Thor” 7 Cycle starter 8 Motorcycle cop, perhaps 9 Unvarnished ... or like the ends of the answers to starred clues?

10 Largest Mississippi River feeder by volume 11 Civil wrong 12 __ terrier 14 Giza neighbor 20 *Put in long hours 22 Show off, in a way 24 *Shopping area loiterer

25 “As a result ... “ 28 Flood survivor 29 Pilot, or a prefix with pilot 30 Escalator part 31 One who is often disorderly 32 New Rochelle college 33 Dressed 35 Words on Alice’s cake 39 *”The Vampire Chronicles” novelist 42 Joplin pieces 46 Not for kids 48 Mary-in-mourning sculpture 51 Stud 52 Prepare to start over, perhaps 53 Answers briefly?

54 Free ticket 55 Liver nutrient 56 Pop 57 Screen signal 60 Make a misstep 61 Mauna __

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SOLUTIONS

SUDOKU

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Impractical Joker’s Murr Makes A Visit To Local Brick Café

JEFFREY J. MCWEENY, ESQUIRE King, Kitrick, Jackson & McWeeney, LLC –Photos courtesy Sergio Rizzuto Staff at the Local Café posed for photos with their special guest, James Murray aka “Murr”.

By Kimberly Bosco BRICK – One of the “Impractical Jokers” made a special appearance at a local café this weekend in Brick.

James Murray aka “Murr” from the popular prank show “Impractical Jokers” was at Local Café for a signing of his new novel Awakened on Oct. 14. Murray signed copies of his book and took pictures with members of the public who attended.

“The event was a big success. The line was well out the door and down the sidewalk for a large majority of the time. I’d say about

300+ people showed up during the 3 hours we were doing the signing,” said Sergio Rizzuto, owner of Local Café.

The café, located at 2950 Yorktowne Blvd. in Brick, opened up shop in January of this year and has been looking for good ways to get the word out about their business. Rizzuto noted this event was perfect for that.

“Murr was super friendly and took the time to talk to everyone, take photos and went up and down the line in between signing the books to keep people on line entertained while they waited,” he said.

DEA Operation Take Back Program

POINT PLEASANT BEACH – On Oct. 27 between the hours of 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. residents of Point Pleasant Beach may come to Police Headquarters to dispose of their unwanted prescription medication. An officer will be available during this time frame to receive the medication for destruction in the main lobby of Police Headquarters.

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Residents Urged To Report Insurance Fraud

By Jennifer Peacock TRENTON – It’s a crime that costs taxpayers billions of dollars annually. The government wants New Jerseyans to help put a stop to it.

Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal and the Office of the Insurance Fraud Prosecutor (OIFP) Insurance Fraud Awareness have launched an advertising campaign urging residents to report insurance fraud.

That OIFP has a new web page that makes reporting fraud easier.

The announcement coincides with Insurance Fraud Awareness Month.

Billboards and busses showcase the campaign’s slogan: “Insurance Fraud. Report It. End It.” The three-month campaign will include spots on social networks, radio, television, and college and professional sporting events.

“Insurance fraud isn’t a victimless crime.

Honest taxpayers are paying the price through higher insurance premiums and increased costs for goods and services,” Grewal said. “Our ad campaign encourages New Jerseyans to fight back and warns insurance cheats of the consequences.”

There are about $80 billion fraudulent insurance claims filed annually in the United States, the Coalition Against Insurance

Fraud reports.

The fraud affects everyone, from the insurance companies to policyholders, consumers and businesses.

“To mark the start of Insurance Fraud Awareness month, we’re calling on the public to protect their own financial interests by reporting fraud, and we’re making it easier than ever for them to do it,” acting Insurance Fraud Prosecutor Tracy M. Thompson said. “We have also unveiled an updated and more user-friendly online reporting form on our webpage at NJInsuranceFraud.org. By simplifying the reporting process we hope to encourage more consumers to join our fight to end insurance fraud.”

Information on what is insurance fraud and how to spot it is provided on the website.

Identifying elder abuse committed against Medicaid recipients, or facilities receiving Medicaid funding, is also on the site.

Thompson will be giving interviews about the fraud issue throughout the month.

Anonymous tips about insurance cheating can be made to 877-55-FRAUD or njinsurancefraud.org.

Informants whose information leads to an arrest, prosecution and conviction for insurance fraud are permitted a reward under state regulations.

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The top 10 reasons to JOIN 4-H are: develop skills to succeed in the workplace; improve goal-setting and decision-making skills; become a community leader; attend 4-H national conferences and meet kids from across the country; learn to care for and make decisions about the environment; engage in science, technology, and engineering educational opportunities; participate in state and county-wide events; learn about citizenship and how it works; learn new things and have lots of fun in 4-H! All of this and more is possible in 4-H if you are in grades K-13 (one year out of high school). Each individual uses his or her talents to create unique experiences through the 4-H program. Young people participate in 4-H through clubs, special

interest groups, after school programs, camps and in many other ways.

Youth involved with 4-H have the opportunity to develop and strengthen life skills.

This includes workforce, decision-making and leadership skills, which are crucial to succeeding in today’s society. Youth are able to develop these skills through their commitment to community whether through a service project or a committee that tackles critical societal issues. Ultimately, young people gain beneficial lifetime experiences through 4-H. The 4-H Youth Development Program is part of Rutgers New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station Cooperative Extension.

4-H educational programs are offered to all youth, grades K-13, on an age-appropriate basis, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, marital status , domestic partnership status, military service, veteran status, and any other category protected by law.

For more information, visit the New Jersey 4-H website at nj4h.rutgers.edu or call the Ocean County 4-H Office at732-349-1227.

Fried Oyster And Chicken Salad Dinner

NEW EGYPT – New Egypt Volunteer Fire Co. is hosting their annual Fried Oyster and Chicken Salad Dinner on Nov. 4 from 12-3 p.m. This event is all you can eat! Sit down or take out! The cost is $27 per person. Tickets are sold in advance or every Thursday night at Fire House from 6-7 p.m. The event will be held at 59 Main Street, New Egypt, NJ. Any questions, call 609-752-2484.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of OCT 20 - OCT 26

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (Mar 21-Apr. 19): The good old days may not have been all that great. Touching base with a long-lost friend may soon remind you why you fell out of touch. The surest way to get others to pitch in is to be enthusiastic this week.

TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20): A watched pot never boils. Be patient and find constructive ways to keep yourself occupied rather than feverishly awaiting important results. A family problem may consume more time than necessary this week.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Leave well enough alone this week. It may be better to allow a situation to go unresolved rather than to force a poorly conceived solution. You may find that is easier to get cooperation later in the week.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Turn the other cheek. Don’t take a loved one’s bad mood personally as the root of their troubles likely has nothing to do with you. Matters of the heart may be stuck in neutral as this week unfolds.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Make no assumptions. Unexpected events or someone changing their mind at the last second could throw your plans out of whack in the week ahead. Be sure to act like a professional when handling business matters.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Don’t take anything for granted. Someone may not react to a situation as you expect so be sure to discuss your intentions before acting. Unnecessary suspicions may cause friction in the week ahead.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22.): Take things seriously. Making light of a bad situation to ease tensions may rub certain people the wrong way, so proceed with caution. The coming week may provide fertile ground for finances.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Don’t spread yourself too thin. Others may try to “guilt” you into taking on tasks that will make their lives easier but only bring you added headaches.

Keep your own bases covered ahead of all else.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Good ideas are worthless if they merely stay in your head. Even if nothing comes of it, keep a written log of your thoughts for future reference. This week you may get a chance to be the leader.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Clean up the clutter. Keeping something around “for old time’s sake” may simply be using up space that would be better occupied by something else.

Your judgment may be better later in the week.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Don’t overestimate your abilities. While you may think that you are being charming, someone else may find it annoying. Attempts to make a good impression may fail unless you are totally honest this week.

PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20): If it hasn’t worked for you in the past, stop doing it.

Making changes to your approach in the week ahead could make things easier for you in the long run. Have a little faith that things will work out for the best.

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wolfgang puck’s kitchen

Shake Up Your Autumn Brunch

By Wolfgang Puck SHAKSHOUKA WITH CHERRY TOMATOES AND BELL PEPPERS Serves 6 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped 1 medium-sized yellow onion, halved and cut crosswise into slices 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick 1 green bell pepper, halved, stemmed, seeded, deveined, and cut crosswise into slices 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick 1 red bell pepper, halved, stemmed, seeded, deveined, and cut crosswise into slices 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 4 cups (1 L) cherry tomatoes, stemmed and cut into quarters 1 3/4 cups (435 mL) good-quality canned or bottled tomato-basil sauce Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 6 large eggs 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh cilantro or Italian parsley leaves In a large saute pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat until it begins to shimmer and flows freely when the pan is tilted. Carefully swirl the oil around

the pan to coat the bottom. Add the garlic and onion; saute, stirring continuously with a wooden spoon, until they turn fragrant, about 1 minute..

Add the bell peppers; saute, stirring continuously, until they brighten in color slightly, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in the red pepper flakes and the cherry tomatoes; saute until they begin to give up their juices, 1 to 2 minutes longer. Stir in the tomato sauce, season lightly to taste with salt and pepper, and bring the mixture to a simmer. Adjust the heat to maintain a gentle simmer, and cook until the mixture has formed a thick but still slightly fluid sauce, about 10 minutes. Taste and adjust the seasoning, if necessary, with a little more salt and pepper. Reduce the heat to medium With the back of a large serving spoon, spread the sauce evenly in the pan and then make 6 evenly spaced indentations in the sauce around the perimeter of the pan. One at a time, carefully break an egg into each indentation. Lightly sprinkle the eggs with a little salt and pepper.

Cover the pan and cook until the egg whites are fully set and the yolks are done to your liking, about 10 minutes for yolks that are still slightly runny.

Garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley. Present the dish in the pan on a heatproof trivet on the dining table, scooping portions of sauce and egg together onto individual serving plates.

(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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