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–Photo by Kimberly Bosco The adventure park in front of The Mainland at The Holiday Inn is currently underway.

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–Photos by Kimberly Bosco (Above) A group of preschoolers sits together and works on their reading skills at Cecil S. Collins.

(Right) Two preschool students are focused on creating with building blocks before heading into nap time.

By Kimberly Bosco BARNEGAT – Free full-day preschool has made its way to the Barnegat Township School District as part of the state’s $26.9

million Preschool Education Expansion Aid (PEEA) project.

Announced on Jan. 10, 2019, Barnegat Township School District was one of 33 districts

included in the second round of state funding to create or expand preschool programs, a first for these communities, according to (Kids - See Page 5)

By Kimberly Bosco STAFFORD – It’s been a little over a month since Stafford saw a change at the helm of the township.

Stafford’s new Mayor Gregory Myhre said he has big plans for the town and has already begun making moves towards change since the start of 2019.

Myhre is not native to Stafford Township, but he has lived here for many years. He currently resides in the Ocean Acres section of town with his wife and three kids, where he operates a computer networking business.

It’s a “business to

business type of thing,” Myhre explained. “I think I’m quite prepared [to be mayor]” having worked with “people from all levels of employment” at his current, full-time job.

According to Myhre, his experience as a businessman, as well as civil service experience as a former elected member of the Ocean County Republican Committee and Ocean County Republican Screening Committee, has prepared him for what’s to come as the head of the governing body.

Jersey Shore Online sat down for an interview (Change - See Page 5)

Annual Homeless Count Conducted

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – “Where did you sleep last night?”

A simple question for most of us. Not so simple for the small portion of the population that is out of the public eye most of the time: the homeless.

This was the question asked to people coming

in to the annual point-in-time count throughout the country. It’s meant to provide a snapshot of the larger problem of shelter insecurity – when people are not sure where they will be living.

In Monmouth County, the counts were conducted at the Jersey Shore Rescue Mission in Asbury

Park, New Beginnings Agape Christian Center in Freehold, St. Mark’s Soup Kitchen in Keansburg, and Pilgrim Baptist Church in Red Bank.

There were three locations in Ocean County that were used: the Lakewood Community Center, (Homeless - See Page 4)

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Homeless:

Continued From Page 1 Ocean Community Church in Manahawkin, and the BEAT Center in Toms River. There were hygiene kits, snacks, and other donations available for them.

There were multiple reasons for this event, said Kathryn Colhoun, director of community resource development for Ocean Partnership for Children, while at the Toms River location. First, it helps local service agencies get an idea of how many homeless there are in an area.

Second, it tells the U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development how to distribute aid. Third, the direct giveaways to the area’s homeless bring them in where they can partake of other services.

The county Health Department was offering f lu shots. Mental health, basic health screenings, legal services, veterans affairs, family planning, and of course housing situations were all part of the equation. Whether they were a veteran and are able to apply for benefits, or a victim of domestic violence, or in need of help with addiction, there were options available for them.

“A lot of people are getting linked to other services,” Colhoun said. “The goal is to count the homeless and get them services, but it’s really open to anyone in need.”

Everyone is asked where they are in the process of getting food stamps or housing from various agencies, said Rose Bulbach, coordinator of Human Services

Advisory Council for the county department of human services. Some will say that they were already turned down.

To this, staff will tell them to try again because criteria changes and people’s personal situations change.

Not everyone can come to one of these centers. Volunteers were also going out to where homeless are known to be and engaging them there.

Last year, NJCounts 2018 reported 9,303 men, women and children who were homeless on the night of Jan. 23, 2018. This was an increase of 771 from 2017, according to a press release.

In Ocean County, there were 311 people experiencing homelessness in 2018. Of those, 52 were identified as chronically homeless.

This number might be impacted this year by a number of other factors, according to NJCounts. The current federal shutdown will put government employees at risk of missing rent or mortgage and might cause them to lose their home.

Additionally, federal programs are lacking funding that would normally help people who are at risk, causing them to slip closer to being homeless.

Other reasons that the count might be h ig her i nclude less f u nd i ng for affordable rental housing, and the increasing cost of health insurance and treatments.

Monarch Housing Associates is coordinating the count, and the New Jersey Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency funds NJCounts 2019.

Federal Workers Fed By JBJ Soul Kitchen, Murphy Foundation

–Photo by Chris Lundy The JBJ Soul Kitchen hosted federal employees who were not working due to the government shutdown.

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The Soul Kitchen answers the problem of food insecurity that comes in many forms, founder Dorothea Bongiovi said. They held one lunch on Jan. 22 in their Red Bank location, and one on Jan. 23 in their Toms River location on Hooper Avenue.

Tammy Murphy, the wife of the governor,

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“In line with our mission, Federal workers are encouraged to join us for a delicious meal and to learn about additional support and resources available in our community,” a Facebook statement from JBJ Soul Kitchen read.

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Continued From Page 1 with Myhre in January where he discussed the new administration’s immediate and long-term goals, as well as some of the ongoing township projects.

“Immediate plans are just getting things sorted,” at town hall, he said. Myhre and the rest of the Stafford Conservatives team have been in office for just a few short weeks, so the adjustment period continues.

While the administration looks for a new township administrator, Myhre will be acting as both mayor and administrator. Former township administrator James Moran retired as of January 1, 2019, leaving the position open.

Myhre said “an ad has been placed and we have been receiving a steady stream of resumes [for township administrator]. I am confident that we will be able to hire a highly qualified administrator who is prepared to take on the challenges of the job from day one. This is one of the most important positions in our town, so it is critical that we take the time needed to hire the right person.”

The township is working on filling the position within the first quarter.

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Continued From Page 1 Governor Phil Murphy’s office. The other Ocean County recipient of second-round funding was Brick Township.

Barnegat schools have received $4.3 million in funding of the nearly $27 million total.

Since the program kicked off in January, there are already approximately 250 students registered in the free program, said Jennifer Froelich, Early Childhood Supervisor for the Barnegat Township School District. Froelich estimated that at least one or two parents call every day wanting to register their 3- or 4-year-old in the program.

Froelich and Director of Student Services Daniel Gunderson told Jersey Shore Online that they project to have about 360 enrolled for the start of the 2019-2020 school year, which is about the maximum amount they can have according to the PEEA’s calculations.

“We started in January, so we’re thinking a lot of people didn’t want to move their kids, but we’ve had people calling every single day to register their kids,” Froelich said.

She confirmed that every child registered for January was accepted into the program and the district continues to add about one or two kids each day.

“We have 24 preschool classrooms, we have six different locations,” said Froelich.

The 250 enrolled students are split between these 24 classrooms, spread out between Cecil S. Collins, Joseph T. Donohue, Lillian M. Dunfee, and Robert L. Horbelt Schools.

Class is also held at the Green Thumb Day Care & Preschool located on Route 9 in Barnegat, as well as The Learning Ladder of Barnegat located on Barnegat Boulevard, adjacent to the Collins school.

“We’ve hired all the teachers and they’re using our curriculum,” at Green Thumb and Learning Ladder, she added.

The Southern Ocean Times, February 2, 2019, Page 5 With such responsibility only one month into his term, Myhre noted that former mayor John Spodofora has been helpful, offering his assistance should it be required. With nearly 37 years of experience in elected public office, nine of which he spent as mayor, “He’s made himself available for anything we need,” Myhre added.

While the township council works on moving into their quarters in town hall, Paul Shives, former township administrator prior to Moran, has been hired as an outside consultant to assess “where we’re at,” said Myhre.

“It’s good to get input from a lot of people,” he said, which is why Myhre has also spent some time this past month reaching out to the people that live in Stafford to get their opinions on what needs to change or improve.

According to Myhre, Stafford has been in desperate need of change. “I’ve been hearing it for years,” he said.

And while there are six new faces on the dais each week, the governing body believes that there is much more work that needs to be done.

While change brews from within town hall, physical improvements and ongoing projects can also be seen cropping up all over Staf-

ford Township, from bulldozed buildings to adventure parks in the works.

Myhre informed Jersey Shore Online about some of the projects in Stafford, such as the former Sonic fast food restaurant. The Sonic was located just off Route 72 east, adjacent to both the Chase Bank and Aldi grocery store.

While the restaurant has been out of business for some time, the structure was recently torn down to make way for new business.

According to Myhre, the site will soon become “an Xfinity store as well an additional retail business with a drive through lane.”

A little further down Route 72 east lies The Mainland at The Holiday Inn. Between the hotel building and the highway, a brand new adventure park is being constructed.

“The project is underway and there will be a ropes course, zip line attraction and electric go-carts,” said Myhre. “Reservations have to be made online and there will also be a lounge and viewing areas.”

While business balances itself throughout town, Myhre and the administration continue to work on gaining feedback from both residents and business owners on some major issues, for example, the plastic bag ban.

The plastic bag ban, approved by the former administration, went into effect in early

December 2018. During the Stafford Conservative’s 2018 election campaign, they made clear they were not in favor of the ban, calling it an “unnecessary impediment.” However, Myhre admits that investments have been made into implementing the ban into the community and it will not be easy to repeal.

“I think it will create some problems for people…We’re not going to take quick action without getting feedback,” said Myhre. “We are in the early or first stage of listening to what the residents and business owners have to say about the effects of the ban. We are also concerned with legislation that will likely be introduced in Trenton and this will have an impact on what we would do here in Stafford.”

For now, the ban remains intact, so don’t forget your reusable bags when you leave the house.

Long term, Myhre has financial goals to reach.

“I want to make sure that we keep a stable tax base, reduce spending if we can, make sure the towns on sound financial footing,” he said.

As of now, “I think we probably are” in pretty good shape, but there is always room for improvement, he noted.

Each preschool classroom is staffed with one preschool teacher and one paraprofessional.

Froelich recently took Jersey Shore Online on a special tour through the Cecil S. Collins preschool classrooms, which were previously used for administrative purposes.

Just prior to going down for nap time, a handful of preschool students were seen reading on bean bags together on one side of the room, another pair was playing with building blocks, and two others were engaging with the preschool teacher.

The new program brings together the district’s previous preschool program, Preschool Disabled (PSD), with the general education students for one full, six-hour school day. “[PSD] is students that are often referred to us from Early Intervention,” stated Gunderson.

The PSD program takes on referred students, ages 3 or 4, no matter what time of year.

“You have to have the preschool disabilities program for kids that are special education at that age but preschool for typically-developing kids is not a requirement,” he explained.

Prior to PEEA, the district had no full time, full day preschool programs. Gunderson explained that they only had two partial-day sessions servicing about a dozen kids total, in addition to PSD. The district jumped on the opportunity to use the PEEA grant, “squeezing out” every space viable for preschool classrooms. With PEEA, Barnegat combined both PSD and general education preschoolers for the fullday sessions.

While still harboring concerns about both PSD and general education preschoolers making it through a six-hour day, Gunderson noted that after the first month, “The feedback was ‘pleasantly surprised’,” from most teachers.

The full day session is broken up by a nap time and lunch period.

According to Froelich, an average day in the program has students engaging in tons

of hands-on activities for students and covers multiple areas of study including literacy, read aloud, math, music, art, science, and dramatic play, which is where the kids get to dress up and pretend to be doctors or teachers, for example.

Barnegat’s preschool program is so far meeting the standards set forth by the state as part of PEEA. “Key elements of a high-quality preschool include limited class sizes of 15 children who are taught by a certified teacher and an aide; a transition to full-day programs; and inclusion of special-needs children with an individualized education program,” stated a release from the governor’s office on Jan. 10.

The $4.3 million in funding given to the Barnegat schools has been used to fund

curriculum, purchase of furniture and classrooms materials, preschool teachers, and two master teachers, which assist and guide the preschool teachers and paraprofessionals on a daily basis, according to Froelich.

If you wish to get your children into the program, space is still available. The district will be hosting its first registration event for the upcoming school year at the Cecil S. Collins School on February 7, 2019. Sessions will be held at 9:30-11:30 a.m.; 12:30-2:30 p.m.; and 6-8 p.m.

Children must be Barnegat residents and 3 years old on or before Oct. 1, 2019 to be eligible for registration. Be sure to bring your child’s original birth certificate, two proofs of residency, parent ID, immunization records, and a Universal Health Record to register.

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

9th District Sees “More Misguided Priorities, Spending And Taxes From Trenton” CAPITOL COMMENTS 9th Legislative District Assemblyman Brian E. Rumpf Assemblywoman DiAnne C. Gove

TR ENTON – Senator Christopher J. Connors, Assemblyman Brian E. Rumpf, and Assembly-

CAMDEN – Governor Phil Murphy and the Murphy Administration unveiled several new initiatives to strengthen New Jersey’s fight against the opioid epidemic. In 2018, more than 3,000 individuals in New Jersey died due to overdoses.

“The opioid epidemic continues to devastate families and communities across our state,” said Governor Murphy. “As we combat this crisis, it is critical that we use data-driven, evidence-based strategies to support individuals suffering from addiction and help them get on the path to recovery.”

At Cooper University Medical Center in Camden recently, the Governor outlined his Administration’s key strategies for combatting the epidemic: 1. Increasing access to evidence-based prevention and treatment programs in our communities; 2. Supporting individuals on their path to and maintenance of recovery; 3. Building sound data systems and strengthen system-wide infrastructure for the addictions community; and 4. Delivering robust law enforcement to stem the supply of illicit drugs, while

woman DiAnne C. Gove conveyed disappointment and concern upon listening to Governor Phil Murphy’s

2019 State of the State Address.

“After a year of tax increases, excessive gover n ment spending, and a crushing imbalance in school funding cuts that disparately hit our area of the state hard, it would seem that, without greater public backlash, 2019 is going to mean more of the same in Trenton.

“As our constituents start to feel the pain of these tax increases, and many already have, we anticipate more intensified opposition to the misguided policies that don’t sit well with many we represent. For example, the needs of persons in our country illegally shouldn’t come before those of taxpaying citizens. Yet that is exactly what the Governor

has done, by spending more than $2 million to cover the legal costs of illegal aliens facing deportation and his proposal to give state driver’s licenses to illegal aliens.

“While we had our differences with Governor Christie, at least during his administration, Democrats and Republicans had genuine bipartisan conver-

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also supporting diversion programs.

To advance these strategies, Governor Murphy announced that Medicaid will be removing the requirement for prior authorization for Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT). Prior authorizations have shown to be a timely administrative barrier to life saving treatment for patients.

Additionally, Medicaid is launching a suite of initiatives to advance accessibility to MAT. Medicaid is launching the Off ice Based Addiction Treatment (OBAT) program, which will create new Medicaid reimbursement incentives for primary care providers to provide MAT for opioid addiction. Further, Medicaid will be building Centers of Excellence for opioid treatment at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and Cooper Medical School of Rowan University.

The Governor also announced the addition of opioid addiction to the Medicinal Marijuana Program (MMP) as an eligible condition. The MMP will have expanded availability by allowing for the use of medical cannabis as an adjunct to MAT for all patients that suffer from opioid addiction, not only

those with chronic pain.

After the Governor’s announcements, the Commissioners of Human Services, Health, Corrections, Children and Families, Labor and the Attorney General outlined their department’s work to advancing the statewide response to the crisis.

“Governor Murphy has made clear that we need all-hands-on-deck to fight the opioid epidemic,” said Hu ma n Ser vices Commissioner Carole Johnson. “The Department of Human Services is taking action by removing barriers to opioid addiction treatment, including lifting Medicaid prior authorization requirements for medication to treat opioid addiction, to help speed access to care and make t reat ment more readily available. In addition to removing these barriers, Human Services is investing in training more primary care clinicians to provide medication-assisted treatment for opioid addiction, creating new Medicaid reimbursement incentives for primary care providers to provide treatment for opioid addiction, and standing up new Medicaid Centers of Excellence to support community-based

clinicians in providing opioid addiction treatment.”

“We cannot defeat the opioid epidemic and we cannot win the fight against addiction, if we do not work together – and that’s exactly what we have been doing,” said Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal. “While prescription opioid use is down, in the first few weeks of 2019 we have already had over 100 suspected

overdose deaths. To save lives – we are coordinating an all-hands-on-deck response – across government and within the Department of Law and Public Safety. We are bringing all of our resources to bear to unleash a full attack on drug addiction. We are in this fight together.”

“We are pleased to announce that, as of today, opioid use disorder is a con-

sations on what spending items and taxes were going to be cut. In a sharp reversal, government spending and expansion are now being confused for reform and taxpayers are shouldering a greater burden.

“As always, we’ll continue to stand with our constituents and represent their interests to the best of our abilities.”

dition for which physicians can recommend medical marijuana to patients,” said Health Commissioner Dr. Shereef Elnahal. “We are also taking steps to ensure that these patients will be on MAT for their addiction, in addition to marijuana.

Finally, DOH is doubling down on syringe access programs and initiatives to reduce opioid prescribing, (Epidemic - See Page 12)

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OCEAN TOWNSHIP – The Ocean Town- you meet on-line is someone who is true with ship Police Department would like to remind their intent. everyone about our community policing The “Safe Exchange Zone” is located in the program called “Safe Exchange Zone.” The front visitor parking lot of the Ocean Town“Safe Exchange ship Police DepartZone” program is ment located at 50 intended to address Railroad Avenue the safety concerns in Waretown, New brought about with Jersey. Two desigon-line purchases nated parking spacfrom websites such es have been clearly as Craigslist, eBay, marked for the proFacebook groups, gram where buyers, and classified ads, sellers and parents etc. and to provide can meet and make a safe location for the exchange. The families with vismarked area is unitation rights to der 24 hour video make the custodial surveillance which exchange. is recorded by state The Ocean Townof the art security ship Police Departcameras. ment has no known The Ocean Towntransactions that ship Police Departhave gone awry, ment will not be however it is our used to make ille-Photo courtesy Ocean Township Police commitment to algal transactions of ways put community safety first. While we narcotics, dangerous or deadly weapons or are implementing the “Safe Exchange Zone” any other dangerous materials. In addition, to provide a safe area for buyers and sellers department employees will not be used to to meet, it is important to remember that witness or be a part of these transactions. We people you meet on-line are strangers and are just providing a safe location to conduct can pose dangers. Not every buyer or seller your transactions.

Lacey Food Bank Helping Furloughed Employees

LACEY – Food pantries and nonprofits all over the country are working to help federal employees who are either furloughed or working without pay throughout this shutdown.

The Lacey Food Bank has waived its eligibility guidelines so that federal employees

who live in Lacey can get groceries. We are available from Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Please go to the Lacey Food Bank at 102 Station Drive in Forked River with your federal employee ID. For more information call 609-242-2848.

Barnegat Recreation Family Bowling Night

BARNEGAT – Join Barnegat Recreation for a Family Bowling Night on March 9 at 5 p.m. at Thunderbird Lanes in Manahawkin. The cost is $16 per person, includes two slices of pizza, two games with shoes, and water. Pre-registration is required. For more info, email jbroadbent@barnegat.net.

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COMMUNITY NEWS C LUB N EWS , A CTIVITIES , E VENTS & A NNOUNCEMENTS

Officer Voted “Best Beard” For No-Shave November

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Epidemic:

Continued From Page 7 proven methods for reducing the impact of opioid addiction.”

“New Jersey’s substance use epidemic requires a thoughtful, coordinated approach which leverages the strengths and subject matter expertise of a variety of State agencies to combat this public health crisis,” said New Jersey Department of Children and Families Commissioner Christine Beyer.

“Programs like Keeping Families Together (KFT) speak to the complexities of the issues around substance abuse – issues of family distress, intergenerational poverty, housing instability, food insecurity and more. When we view substance abuse as a family issue, we can interrupt the cycle of adversity, maltreatment and addiction, and stabilize and preserve the family unit through the difficult work of recovery.”

“We know people are more likely to remain in recovery long-term if they can count on steady employment,” said Labor Commissioner Robert Asaro-Angelo. “Employment, an important social determinant of health, provides dignity, so this funding has the

power to change lives by helping people overcome the employment barrier of opioid use disorder.”

“In corrections, we have a responsibility to rehabilitate the entire person, and that includes medical, mental health and substance use disorder needs,” said acting Corrections Commissioner Marcus O. Hicks, Esq. “By addressing these needs, we increase the likelihood that an incarcerated individual will be in a position to make a positive contribution to society when released.

These strategies aren’t solely NJDOC initiatives. In order to maximize our chances for successful outcomes, it is imperative that the county jails are included in these initiatives.”

Governor Murphy advanced $100 million from his Fiscal Year 2019 budget to tackle New Jersey’s opioid crisis. Through this, the Administration has implemented an aggressive, multifaceted approach to combat the epidemic by making outpatient treatment more accessible, enhancing real-time data collection to focus on risk factors, and expanding access to social services.

Congressman Andy Kim Named To Small Business Committee

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Andy Kim (D-3rd) released the following statement after being named to the House Small Business Committee for the 116th Congress.

“I am excited and eager to serve on the House Small Business Committee,” said Congressman Kim. “The importance of small businesses, which make up 99.6 percent of our state’s businesses and create two out of three new jobs, cannot be overstated. I look forward to finding ways to open doors and promote growth for small businesses across New Jersey’s Third District.”

According to the Small Business Administration, there are more than 850,000 small businesses in New Jersey that employ nearly half of all employees in the state. The Small Business Committee has jurisdiction over matters related to small business financial aid and increasing access to capital, regulatory flexibility, paperwork reduction and cutting red tape.

“Small businesses are the backbone of our local economy and provide invaluable support to the community. As the only member of the state’s delegation on the Small Business Committee, Congressman Kim’s appointment is an important step forward for New Jersey businesses and we look forward to working with him in this new role,” said Karen Hershey, President and CEO of the Greater Toms River Chamber of Commerce.

Congressman Kim was recommended to the Small Business Committee by the House Democratic Steering and Policy Committee.

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H ERE ’ S T O Y OUR H EALTH Dr. Izzy’s Sound News Presented By: Isidore Kirsh, Ph.D., F.A.A.A. (N.J. Lic. #678)

Dr. Isidore Kirsh Ph.D., F.A.A.A.

Restaurants Can Be Really Noisy One of the most common hearing problems we hear about is the difficulty of hearing in noisy restaurants. It seems that along with movies, television shows, and the world in general, restaurants have become noisier than ever. Loud background music, the clatter of silverware and dishes, the sounds of other diners raising their voices to be heard, all can make the restaurant setting a challenging and frustrating place to carry on a conversation. People with normal hearing also complain about noisy restaurants.

According to Sagat Surveys, noise is the second most common complaint of restaurant-goers (second only to poor service). Research has documented that the noise levels of most restaurants are loud enough to interfere with normal conversations, whether or not the individual has a hearing loss. In general, family restaurants are much quieter than the bar/ restaurant setting. The “elegant, upscale”

restaurant will always be the quietest setting by far. Apparently, patrons of more expensive restaurants receive not only better food and service for their dining dollar, they also get a better listening environment.

Tips for hearing aid users in restaurants may include the following: (1) Try to sit away from the kitchen and with your back to a wall. Noise levels will be kept to a minimum and your waiter or waitress will have to face you when speaking, and (2) Try not to be a people watcher and sit towards the corner of a restaurant. You will be surprised how much better you will be hearing by preferentially situating yourself in any restaurant environment.

Remember, we live in a very noisy place and even individuals with normal hearing have difficulty hearing in noisy restaurants. Utilizing effective communication strategies will help to reduce your frustration in these listening environments.

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

His offices are in Toms River, Whiting, and Manahawkin. He can be reached at 732-276-1011 or via Web site at gardenstatehearing.com. Expanded Whiting Hours!

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By Joel Markel

Honesty Is The Best Policy In This Instance Dear Joel, I have a situation and don’t know how to handle it. I work in a hotel in Ocean County. I referred a good friend of mine to my supervisor for an opening we had at the reception desk. I was looking forward to working with her. The work conditions are pleasant and the pay is good. She has been out of work for over a year.

After the interview I asked my supervisor if she was going to be hired. His response was that she met all the qualifications but would not be hired. His issue was her tattoos which he said is not the image the hotel wishes to portray. She does have an abundance of tattoos on her arms. My question, Joel, is should I tell her?

Answer:

Ordinarily, I would tell you not to tell her but; you are the one who referred her to the potential job. There is no rule which prohibits someone from not hiring based on tattoos (as far as I know). I would think that most law firms, Doctor’s offices and other places of employment may respond in the same way. She may have to look for work of a different nature.

I wish her luck in her job search.

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

Take A Fish Oil With Your Statin - It Works Better

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Over 15.5 million Americans have CAD, Coronary Artery Disease and every 42 seconds a person has a heart attack (termed myocardial infarction or MI). A third of this people die. The conventional thought process to prevent an MI is to lower cholesterol.

Whether or not that approach works is up for debate, but the reality is these drugs are extraordinarily popular with physicians and patients. The word “statin” is a household name!

Pharmaceutical companies harvest 25 billion in revenue annually from their use which is in everyone now, even kids. Statins come with some ‘drug mugging’ though, among the stolen nutrients: CoQ10, selenium, zinc, vitamin D, E and copper.

There are millions of people taking statins and I can make your statin work better! Take them with fish oils!

Fish oils are supplements that are known to boost cardiovascular health. There have been two trials that recently showed unprecedented results. The JELIS Trial and the REDUCE-IT Trial. These studies used an EPA only drug, Epadel and Vascepa, respectively. These are purified fish oils that require prescription and do not contain and DHA. Keep in mind that both EPA and DHA are in regular supplements, so if you look at your fish oil at home, you’ll see both EPA and DHA listed on the Supplement Facts Box. Just FYI, the trials above were essentially self-funded using medications that they themselves manufacture, not fish oils from a health food store. The purpose of the JELIS Study was to

find out if EPAs would enhance a statin, or if a statin alone was enough. Every person in the study was on a statin. Cholesterol numbers came down in both groups (the statin only group, and the statin plus EPA group).

But this part’s excellent. After 4 and a half years, the most dangerous and potentially catastrophic consequences were significantly lower in the group who took EPA with their statin. Their incidents were reduced, in some cases by up to 28 percent, for example in the group of people with unstable angina.

One potential mechanism of action is that EPA reduces your body’s production of arachidonic acid (AA), which is an inflammatory compound. Reducing AA improves the outcome of many conditions, including Alzheimer’s, depression and autoimmune diseases.

The ratio of EPA to AA in your body is very important - that’s the message I’d like to get out there. You want the EPA to be higher than the AA so taking a high EPA fish oil is what works. If you’d like to read my awesome much longer and more comprehensive article on this topic, sign up for my free newsletter at suzycohen.com and I’ll email it to you next week.

In the meantime, if you take a statin medication right now, consider a fish oils supplement, one that is tilted in the direction of EPA versus DHA. There are brands sold at health food stores, and online like this. You can also ask about the fish oil medications available by prescription, if you prefer this route for insurance purposes, or because that’s what was given to participants in the above-mentioned clinical trials.

(This information is not intended to treat, cure or diagnose your condition. Suzy Cohen is the author of “The 24-Hour Pharmacist” and “Real Solutions.” For more information, visit www.SuzyCohen.com) ©2018 SUZY COHEN, RPH. DISTRIBUTED BY DEAR PHARMACIST, INC.

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Inside The Law Let’s Start Holding Insurance Robert C. Shea Esq. Companies Responsible For Their Willingness To Delay, Deny And Defend By: Michael Deem, Esq. and Robert C. Shea, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates

Michael J. Deem, Esq, of R.C. Shea & Associates is a member of the New Jersey Association for Justice Board of Governors. NJAJ and R.C. Shea & Associates strongly support A-4293, a bill which protects insurance consumers from unreasonable delays in the payment or denials of legitimate claims.

When someone buys an insurance policy, that person has a simple expectation - which is that the insurance provider will be there in their customer’s time of need.

Too often, however, insurers seek to avoid paying claims in order to protect their bottom lines. We are very concerned about the rising trend of insurance companies acting in bad faith by un reasonably delaying or denying payment that is justly due.

This is practice is unfair and wrong.

Insurers should have their customers, not their shareholders be their highest priority.

A- 4293 recog nizes this obvious injustice and remedies it by allowing those f iling claims the f irst-par t y right to sue their insurance companies for bad faith if and when those compa n ies fail to properly set tle claims.

Insurance companies have civil and criminal remedies available to hold people accountable if they commit insurance fraud. They have the Office of Insurance Fraud as an arm of state government to investigate and prosecute insurance fraud when the companies are victim. But, the honest consumer does not now have a remedy against an insurance company when a valid claim is denied or delayed.

This bill levels the playing field so consumers are protected when they are the victim of insurance fraud.

Whether it is for claims relating to declared disasters or automobile coverage that they are required by the State of New Jersey to purchase, the first-party right to sue levels the proverbial playing f ield. It allows consumers to hold powerful insura n c e c o m p a n ie s a c c o u nt a ble fo r delaying or denying just payment to their customers.

Michael J. Deem

Automobile insurance is perhaps the only product that people are required to pu rchase but are then forced to seek per mission in order to use it. Additionally, the provider of that insurance product is then permitted to tell the consumer that he or she cannot use a product that they have already purchased. A-4293 corrects this situation.

This bill seeks recognition of that fact that insurance companies should be held to account when the fail to act in good faith. This is a simple expectation that every consumer has when they choose to do business with any company. The fact that auto insurance consumers are required by law to purchase this service and that they are putting the wellbeing of themselves and their loved one in the hands of the insurance companies only increases the stakes.

In far too many cases, insurance companies delay, deny and defend claims. This dishonest practice forces their customers to fight for needed medical care, treatment for injuries or funds to repair damaged property.

When an insurance company unjustly delays or denies the payment of legitimate claims, consumers must have the right to go to court. Presently, consumers in this state have no practical remedy if their insurance company unreasonably delays or refuses payment on a claim.

Insurance customers are entitled to have their claims resolved in a fair and equitable manner without unreasonable delay; this is why they need the ability to seek redress when an insurance company acts in bad faith.

We strongly encourage our readers to contact their Legislature and ask him/her to pass A-4293 which would p r ov i d e m u c h n e e d e d i n s u r a n c e consumer protection. R.C. Shea & Associates has form letters and e-mail available should you require assistance with your effort to contact your Legislature. Please do not hesitate to call us: 732-505-1212.

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CLASSIFIEDS Real Estate Homestead Run - Adult 55+ Community. NEW & pre-owned Homes for Sale, RENTALS also – Immediate Occupancy. Toms River – 732-3702300. www.homesteadrun.com. (9)

For Rent Ocean Twp., Waretown NJ - Studio Apt for rent. Fully furnished, off street parking, living room, full bath, bedroom. 1 house to the lagoonm waterfront community. Acomodates 1 person only. All utilities are included with rent. $850 a month. 1 month security. Month to month rent. Call 609-339-9450.

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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) Vinyl Records Wanted - Rock, Blues, Reggae, Metal, Punk, Jazz, Psychedelic, soul. Very good condition only.

Call Rick 908-616-7104.

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

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Double or triple your money. $2,200 for all. 732-678-6786. (8)

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Laundromat Attendant - For PT/FT Good communication skills, math and min computer knowledge. Transportation needed. Long term commitment only. 732-286-1863.

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(9) Career Opportunity - In financing business loans and commerical properties. Full time/part time. Will train. zerozero.com. 718-266-9700, 917-838-0475, call Michele.

(7) 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 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! Skilled Nursing 7-3 / 3-11 Full Time (Includes every other weekend) Weekend Commitment positions, $2/00/hr differential. Assisted Living Weekend commitment positions, $2.00/hr differential.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. (4) 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) 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. (4) Now Hiring Property Inspectors FT/PT in your area. Full, free training provided. msangelabove@comcast. net. 732-766-4425, ask for Mel. (7) Home Health Care Company Now Hiring RN’s, LPN’s and CHHA in Ocean & Monmouth Counties!

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Seniors are welcome! 732-350-4427. (8) Star Painting of NJ, LLC - Interior house painting, kitchen cabinet painting. Licensed and insured. Lic #13VH09440500. 732-929-4399. (8) Clean Outs, Clean Ups - Hauling, small moves, minor interior and exterior repairs. Honest and dependable. LIC 13VH05930800.Tony/ Owner 732-678-7584. (t/n) Roofing Etc., Winter Emergency Repairs - Roofing, siding, windows, gutters. Repairs and discounted new installations. Prompt service. Insured. NJ license #13HV01888400. Gutters cleaned.

Call Joe Wingate 551-804-7391. (8) 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. (12) 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)

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Trial Scheduled For GOP Leader’s Tax Evasion Charges

By Jennifer Peacock TRENTON – The trial for the Ocean County GOP Chairman accused of tax evasion and other charges is set for the end of March.

George Gilmore, 69, of Toms River, par t ner at the law f i r m Gil more & Monahan P.A, pleaded not guilty Jan. 18 before U.S. District Judge Anne E. Thompson in Trenton.

The judge set his bail for $250,000

in an unsecured appearance bond. He must surrender his passport and stay within the continental United States, according to reports.

He must also undergo mental health testing and treatment as per the U.S. Pretrial Services Agency.

Gilmore’s attorney, Kevin Marino, of Marino, Tortorella & Boyle, P.C. in Chatham, New Jersey, said previously that his client suffers from a “hoard-

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Gilmore was indicted at the beginning of this year on six counts: one count of

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of FEB 2 - FEB 8

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Make wise decisions that make sense as soon as possible. You wish to be magnanimous but could be too many demands on your wallet. Accept apologies and be generous with loved ones within reasonable limits.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): As this week unfolds new ideas and creative interests could monopolize your time and cause you to neglect other responsibilities. You will be smart to spend more time on planning an improved career path.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): A partner or loved may give you a nudge, urging you to take a chance on something new. In the upcoming week it will be easy to make apologies, mend fences and receive support from important people in your life.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Your kindness and generosity may not become headline news, but your reward will be felt within your heart. As this week unfolds you may be more generous and charitable than usual. Spend money thoughtfully.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Take a leap of faith.

Rest assured that everything you begin today will turn out for the best. This is a good week to make decisions or promises as your hopes will be fulfilled and the outcome will exceed your expectations.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Mutual trust can be achieved. As this week begins there may be an opportunity to bring all parties together for a meeting of the minds. Your effort to create a cohesive consensus of opinion proceeds at a pleasant pace.

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SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): A good deed is a reward in and of itself. You may be wiser than usual about how to share and spend your pennies this week. You can use good judgement as you steer a path toward finding future financial security.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Extra ounces of optimism may overflow. As the week begins you possess the vision to plan far ahead and visualize the results with amazing accuracy. This is a great day to launch plans or begin something new.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): There is no clear starting point or ending place on a carousel, but you can reach out to grab the brass ring if you have a firm seat. Benefit financially by reaching outside your comfort zone early this week.

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PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Maintain your sense of humor if it seems you are getting bogged down by details. Promises made early tin the week may be to your advantage, so it might be a very good time to sign on the dotted line.

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wolfgang puck’s kitchen Start Your Day With A Healthy Indulgence

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Many health-conscious people try to avoid eating egg yolks because of their high fat and cholesterol content. While there is some debate over whether or not you need to eliminate yolks entirely, I understand the need some people feel to eat only egg whites at breakfast.

Like most things in life, however, it is possible to find a middle ground. Consider the happy coincidence that most doctors recommend a daily cholesterol intake of no more than 300 milligrams per day, and that one large egg yolk contains around that same amount.

So, if you avoid other cholesterol sources during the rest of your day - red meat, skin-on poultry, dairy products, lard and shortening, and saturated vegetable oils like coconut oil - you may be able to spoil yourself occasionally with one yolk.

But how do you best enjoy it? I suggest combining the yolk with several egg whites for scrambled eggs or an omelet. It will add a welcome touch of rich flavor and luscious texture to egg whites that can often turn out rubbery or dry when cooked on their own. Plus, the yolk will also give the eggs a sunny yellow color that will make you think you’re indulging yourself before you even take your first bite. When the yolk is combined with four large egg whites in a generous single serving and prepared using nonstick cooking spray, the results fall well within generally accepted guidelines for a healthy low-fat diet.

FRENCH-STYLE EGG WHITE OMELET WITH VEGETABLES Serves 1 4 large egg whites 1 large egg Kosher salt Freshly ground white pepper Butter-flavored nonstick cooking spray 1/4 cup (60 mL) thinly sliced asparagus

1/4 cup (60 mL) thinly sliced snow peas 1 teaspoon minced shallot 1/2 tablespoon chopped fresh chives, Italian parsley, or other fresh herbs, for garnish In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg whites, egg and a little salt and pepper to taste until well blended and slightly frothy. Set aside.

Heat a 10-inch (25-cm) nonstick omelet pan over medium-high heat. Spray lightly with the cooking spray. Add the asparagus, snow peas and shallot, and saute, stirring continuously, until the vegetables are bright green and tender-crisp, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a bowl, cover, and keep warm.

Wipe the pan clean with a paper towel. Return it to medium heat and spray again with nonstick cooking spray. Add the egg mixture. Grasping the pan by its handle, start shaking the pan back and forth while stirring the eggs slowly with the back of a fork, gently lifting and moving the cooked egg so that the liquid egg slips beneath it. After about 30 seconds, the egg will have formed a uniformly cooked but still fairly moist pancake shape.

To fold the omelet, immediately tilt the pan to about a 45-degree angle by raising the handle, so that the cooked eggs nearest the handle begin to fall and fold over the filling; you may use the fork or a spatula to help this happen. Then, hold the far edge of the pan over a heated serving plate and continue tipping the handle up, so that the omelet folds over on itself and rolls out of the pan onto the plate.

To fill the omelet, use a small, sharp knife to cut a shallow slit lengthwise along the center of the top of the omelet, cutting only through the upper layer of egg.

Spoon the reserved sauteed vegetables into and spilling out of the slit.

Garnish the omelet with fresh herbs and serve immediately.

(Chef Wolfgang Puck’s TV series,“Wolfgang Puck’s Cooking Class,” airs Sundays on the Food Network. Also, his latest cookbook, “Wolfgang Puck Makes It Easy,” is now available in bookstores. Write Wolfgang Puck in care of Tribune Media Services Inc., 2225 Kenmore Ave., Suite 114, Buffalo, NY 14207) © 2019 TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES, INC.

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