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–Photos by Kimberly Bosco The annual Barnegat Vietnam Veterans Memorial Ceremony was established by Vietnam refugee and Barnegat resident Thy Cavagnaro, and her husband Jimmy Cavagnaro.

By Kimberly Bosco BARNEGAT – Thy Cavagnaro wanted this year’s National Vietnam Veterans Day to be about more than just remembering the past, but also about sharing that history with today’s youth.

The 2nd annual Barnegat Vietnam Veterans Memorial Ceremony was held at Gazebo Park on March 29, 2019. This was the second year of the township event, established by Barnegat locals Thy and Jimmy Cavagnaro in 2018.

Although the turnout was a bit smaller this year, the emotional presence was perhaps even larger.

Thy is a Vietnam refugee that arrived in the U.S. with her family in 1975 on a South Vietnamese naval minesweeper. The Vietnam Veterans Memorial, both the event and the monument placed in Gazebo Park, are Thy’s way of per pet ually thanking those veter-

ans whose heroic actions gave her family freedom and opportunity here in America.

“You helped keep the communists away from our home in Vietnam, and you made sure we had a safe passage to your own country after we lost ours,” said Thy, addressing the veterans in attendance with tearful thanks.

Although Thy was only a year and a half at the time her family was rescued from Vietnam, she gets emotional at the memory of what her family endured.

“I have to hold tears back when I talk about how my mom had to have her dad choose two people out of the 10 members of our family who would accompany us…it would assure the safety of those two, but was essentially a death sentence for the rest,” she explained. “I realize the terror, the anguish, and the despair they must have felt.”

By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – T he Township Council recently voted to restore the defeated budget of its largest of three fire districts.

The Feb. 16 Fire District Election featured fire commissioner can-

didates and district budgets. Fire District No. 3 saw their budget defeated in a narrow margin that saw a smaller than usual voter turnout.

The $3,288,460 budget calls for $3,096,703 to be raised by taxation.

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How Will Minimum Wage Increases Affect Taxes?

By Chris Lundy OCEAN COUNTY – Workers in New Jersey will eventually be making $15 an hour, but how will this affect municipal taxes in towns that employ people making minimum wage?

The New Jersey League of Municipalities opposed the legislation because it impacted towns, which have to operate within a 2 percent cap on raising taxes. They worried that it would put towns in a difficult position: either raise fees or reduce services.

Michael F. Cerra, assistant executive director of the league, said that municipal officials have been talking about reducing or eliminating

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Taxes:

Continued From Page 1 services or reducing seasonal hires. They are more likely to increase fees than taxes.

“Raising property taxes is always the last, worse option,” he said.

This is the case in Lacey, where fees for programs will go up rather than taxes, business administrator Veronica Laureigh said.

The minimum wage increase would apply to the seasonal rate employees, she said. Full time staff is already paid more than minimum wage, so they would not be affected. A laborer starts at $19.14 and clerical staff starts at $18.95.

To address the increase to seasonal pay, the township plans on increasing such things as summer camp registration and beach badge fees.

“The increased program costs will cover the increased salaries. Those that use the program will offset the increase versus the property tax increase,” she said.

In Toms River, the cost for the increase is estimated to be more than $500,000 by the time it is fully implemented, business administrator Don Guardian said. Additionally, there might be other pay increases that have to be negotiated with employees that have tenure and are in the $15 to $18 hourly range.

Examples of workers who will be affected include beach cleaners, skating rink staff, and camp employees.

“A township doesn’t sell cheeseburgers so we can’t simply raise the price of a burger by a $1 to make up,” he said. “I think you’ll see a slight reduction in the number of staff, additional fees for use of township property and hopefully some state funding to assist municipalities since (the state) created the additional costs. At this point in time any increase in property tax to fund the differential is not being considered.”

For Manchester, the full time workers are already making more than what the mark-up will be this year, business administrator Donna Markulic said. For seasonal workers, there will be an increase of about $15,000 this year.

However, when the minimum wage continues to increase, the town will have to also pay workers who have earned raises in the past so that they don’t wind up making the same as a new hire.

“This will definitely cause a ripple effect,” Markulic said. “Our salary ordinances will need to be reviewed and each position will need to be adjusted and raised especially if it is not an entry level position. At this juncture we do not believe it will impact our tax rate significantly, but more review is warranted.”

Originally, the law wasn’t going to impact employees. Brick business administrator Joanne Bergin said that the issue there would have been trying to fill these jobs when people could get better paying jobs elsewhere. Brick had considered increasing salaries to bring in and retain workers.

When the state law changed to include towns, it gave municipalities guidelines on how to increase the salaries.

Brick officials estimated what the impact would be to the township. This would add $24,005 this year, increasing to $73,913 in 2024. This is just an estimate, though, and only based on the number of positions. It doesn’t include extra pay that’s given for supervisors or for people who are returning for the summer.

Most of their seasonal employees are summer hires, such as camp counselors, lifeguards, and badge checkers, she said.

“We have modified our budget accordingly with the new legislation, but that amount doesn’t necessarily amount to one that will be the direct result of increased taxes,” she said. “We are always in the process of looking at costs we cannot change and accommodating that and also reducing where we can to keep our budget fiscally stable.”

Prior to the minimum wage law, the Township Council increased beach fees from $5 to $8 a day. (Seasonal prices - $25 until June 15 and $30 after - didn’t change.)

“At this time, we do not intend to further increase fees. But I could not say if that might be revisited as these costs escalate,” she said.

What Will The Increases Look Like?

The language of the bill is as follows: “The bill provides that, except for certain workers specified by the bill, the general

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minimum wage rate will be increased to $10 per hour on July 1, 2019, to $11 per hour on January 1, 2020, followed by $1 increases each year until the rate reaches a level of $15.00 per hour in 2024.”

Employers with less than six employees, or seasonal non-tipped employees, would have this instead: “The minimum wage rate will be increased to $10.30 per hour on January 1, 2020, and then increased each year from 2021 to 2025 by eighty cents, and then increased in 2026 by seventy cents so that it reaches a level of $15 per hour in 2026, followed by further increases from 2027 to 2028 as needed to have these employees provided the same minimum wage rate as the general minimum wage rate in 2028.”

Farm laborers would have yet another rate: “the rate will be increased to $10.30 on January 1, 2020, $10.90 on January 1, 2022, and increased by eighty cents in 2023, and eighty cents in 2024 so that the rate will be $12.50.” At this time, the commissioner and the Secretary of Agriculture would evaluate to see if more increases are warranted.

For workers who are tipped, employers will receive credit for tips against the hourly minimum wage rate the employer pays, as follows: “from January 1, 2019 to June 30, 2019, $6.72; after June 30, 2019 and before January 1, 2020, $7.37; during 2020, 2021 and 2022, $7.87; during 2023, $8.87; and during 2024 and subsequent years, $9.87.”

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Budget:

Continued From Page 1 This was a $156,839 increase from last year’s district budget.

Fire District No. 3 covers the most densely populated area in the northeast section of the township and is protected by a fire department comprised of both volunteer and career members.

Incumbents Edward Keller and Wayne Keegan easily won reelection in the uncontested race. Their fellow commissioners include Rudy Brito, TJ Larsen, and Jack Siedler.

The unanimous vote by the council came with thanks to all firefighters of the township. Part of the district’s budget will be used toward purchasing new radios which are required due to changes made by the state. The required purchase will be approximately $15,000.

Police Chief Matthew Kunz introduced the newest full-time additions to the township’s police department last month.

Brittany LaFalce, Nicoholas Kokich and Andrew Brodzinski were sworn in by Township Clerk Janice Kisty.

LaFalce, 23, graduated from Jackson Liberty High School and received a degree in criminal justice from Stockton University.

She was previously employed by Macy’s as a loss prevention officer.

Kockich, 28, also graduated from Jackson Liberty High School and received a degree in business administration from Nichols College. He was previously employed as a purchasing specialist with

The Jackson Times, April 13, 2019, Page 5 New Jersey Transit.

Brodzinski, 29, graduated from Jackson Memorial High School and received a degree in criminal justice from Ocean County college. He was previously employed as a senior corrections officer with the New Jersey Department of Corrections.

The three new officers attended in service training with the department prior to the start of their training at the Ocean County Police Academy.

Upon successful completion of the 23 week long academy, the trio will be assigned to a field training officer for department training for about four months before being assigned to a patrol squad.

Also sworn in as Class 2 Special Police officers were Lauren Hornfeck, 28, a graduate of Keystone National High School in Bloomsburg, Pa. and Matthew Cilento, 24, a graduate of Jackson Libery High School.

Council members recently adopted an ordinance that amends the municipal code to exempt golf courses from noise. The amendment notes that “any private or public course operating within the township shall be permitted to begin operations at 6 a.m. any weekday or weekend.”

This amendment provides specific reference to golf courses and includes an exemption which will allow golf courses to start their operation at 6 a.m. where previously they could not start their operation until 7 a.m.

Council Vice President Barry Calogero and Councilmen Ken Bressi, Alex Sauickie and Andrew Kern voted in favor of the ordinance while Council President Robert

Nixon abstained noting that “I am a member of a golf club here in Jackson.”

Golf course operators were concerned about starting their operations and wanted to have their respective courses prepared for patrons. Officials said that this move was logical as golf courses were a specific type of entity.

The governing body also approved an ordinance that amends recreation fees, increasing volleyball registration from $75 to $100; wrestling registration from $50 to $90; the Jackson Day booth fee from $5 to $250; and the Jackson Day 5K run/fun run fee from $8 to $20. Other increases involving other events and activities are covered in the amendment.

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Federal Funds Needed For Road Projects, Like Route 539 From The Desk Of

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Chris Smith WASHINGTON, D.C. Rep. Chris Smith (R-4th) is spearheading an effort to fully fund a newly-created federal program that could kick-start important federal-local inf rastructure projects around military bases and which could benefit Joint Base

McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst.

Along with Rep. Denny Heck (D-WA), Smith is the co-lead of a bipartisan letter asking for $100 million to be appropriated in the Defense Community Infrastructure Program (DCIP), which was created last year to help improve local traffic flow

and protect military training and readiness exercises near military installations.

Specifically, DCIP could be tapped to help pay for a much-needed overpass near the Joint Base to fix what is currently a dangerous traffic situation along County Route 539 which traverses Fort Dix. “The intersection of County Route 539 with a Fort Dix roadway is an unsustainable traffic hazard where civilian traffic and military convoys cross a busy public intersection during routine military exercises,” Smith said.

“This situation is dangerous for all involved, highly inconvenient for both local residents and servicemembers at the base, and could easily be solved by constructing an overpass to facilitate smooth, unobstructed civilian and military traffic flow in both directions,” Smith said. “I will continue fighting to see that this vital project - as well as other infrastructure projects around the country - can move ahead with proper funding.”

Smith has been working with Joint Base Mc-

Guire-Dix-Lakehurst, officials from Ocean County, and the Defense Enhancement Coalition on this project.

Smith voted for the legislation - the FY 2019 National Defense Authorization Act - that created the DCIP. In their letter, Reps. Smith and Heck are asking that DCIP now be federally funded at the authorized level of $100 million so that communities and the Department of Defense can partner in providing better infrastructure around federal bases.

“This program funding can

go to a variety of infrastructure projects including transportation developments,” the letter from Reps. Smith and Heck stated. “This will reduce traffic congestion around military bases and help ensure our servicemembers aren’t stuck outside the wire in a traffic jam and allow our communities to provide alternative methods for accessing base facilities.

By investing in road infrastructure that goes through and around our bases, this program will make our communities safer, while enhancing readiness.”

Bill Would Allow DACA Dreamers To Work In Congress Capitol Comments Senator Cory Booker

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Bob Menendez and Cory Booker (both D-N.J.) joined Senators Ka-

mala D. Harris (D-Calif.), Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.), and Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) in introducing the

American Dream Employment Act, a legislation that would rescind the current prohibition on Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients from working or participating in paid internships in Congress.

The American Dream Employment Act would amend current law to include DACA beneficiaries

as an additional category of individuals eligible for paid employment in Congress.

This change would apply solely to employment in the United States House of Representatives and United States Senate. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives by Rep. Ann Kirkpatrick (D-AZ), where it has 57 bipartisan co-sponsors.

“Dreamers are Americans in every way but on paper and they deserve the opportunity to pursue a career of public service in Congress,” said Sen. Menendez. “This critical piece of legislation will break down barriers for Dreamers on Capitol Hill and give them the chance to work in full-time positions shaping the very policies that will affect their lives and their futures. I’m pleased to join my colleagues in introducing legislation that will give Dreamers the chance to succeed in Congress the same way they are succeeding in countless industries across America.”

“For DREAMers, the United States is their home.

They are our neighbors, classmates, community leaders, service members, teachers - DREAMers love this country,” said Senator Booker. “It’s time we

show these DREAMers this country loves them back and allow them to work and contribute to this country in any way they choose, including working for the United States Congress.

This legislation recognizes the dignity of these young people and the value they would bring to Congress as employees. When we lift up those around us, we all benefit.”

“The giant sign outside my office says ‘DREAMers Welcome Here’ because we know and value the contributions that these young people have made to their communities. But right now, those same young people are banned from giving back to their country by working for Congress. That has to change,” said Sen. Harris.

“Government works best when it reflects the people it represents. Our nation’s DREAMers are some of our best and brightest, and it’s time they had the opportunity to get a job or paid internship on Capitol Hill.”

“Congress prides itself on recruiting the best talent to craft policies that address America’s greatest challenges. Yet, we’ve created obstacles that keep some of our brightest young minds from fully contributing to our country. The American

Dream Employment Act would expand Congress’ talent pool, give Dreamers a seat at the table, and strengthen policymaking for all Americans,” said Sen. Cortez Masto “Since I first introduced the Dream Act in 2001, I have met hundreds of Dreamers who are giving back to their communities as teachers, nurses, engineers, and soldiers. Many of them are dedicated to public service, and it makes no sense to deprive Congress of this homegrown talent pool,” said Sen. Durbin. “I’ve been proud to have several Dreamers work in my office as volunteer interns and have seen firsthand how the people of Illinois would benefit if Dreamers could serve as paid employees in my office.

I thank Senator Harris for her leadership in introducing this critical legislation and look forward to working with her to make it the law of the land.”

The bill is supported by United We Dream, the Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights (CHIRLA), the Fair Immigration Reform Movement, FWD.us, the Immigration Hub, Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service, the National Immigration Law Center, and Unidos.

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Jackson Middle School Counselor Named “Counselor Of The County”

JACKSON – On March 22, NJSCA honored school counselors from the different counties within the State of New Jersey at the annual “Counselor of the County” Awards Program held at The College of New Jersey. School counselors are nominated by their colleagues and are selected by their own county’s School Counselor Associations for this award.

The award honors the professionals who devote their careers to serving as advocates – and often lifesavers – for the nation’s students. Kim Burke, a school counselor from Jackson Memorial High School, was selected as the 2018-2019 Counselor of the County for Ocean County.

Candidates are selected for the Counselor of the County Award at their county-level school counselor associations. They are selected because of their ability to deliver an effective school counseling program which focuses on academic development, career counseling, and personal/social support.

They further distinguish themselves by proving to be leaders of systemic change, advocates for students, and collaborative professionals who seek the success of the

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Openings Still Available In Jackson School District Pre-School Program

JACKSON - Parents of pre-school aged children who would like to enroll in the Jackson School District’s Pre-School Program are encouraged to contact the district as soon as possible to secure a spot.

“We have had great interest, and we do have spots remaining in both our full-day and half-day programs,’’ said Tracy Decker, who supervises the program. “We need to finalize our rosters, so anyone who is thinking about applying is encouraged to do so as soon as possible.’’

The district’s Pre-School Program provides 3- and 4-year old children a developmentally appropriate early learning experience within the Jackson School District. In this tuition-based program, special needs and typically developing preschoolers come together in an inclusive classroom where language, academic and social skills will be developed in a nurturing environment. Classes are taught by certified teachers.

For more information about the program, visit jacksonsd.org/preschool or call 732-833-4657.

Sign Up For Child Care Summer Camp

JACKSON – Don’t wait! Registration for summer camp closes April 17! The Jackson School District Child Care Summer Camp will be located at Switlik Elementary School from July 1 through August 16.

Online registration for full-day camp will run

through April 17.

For more information on themes, trips and pricing please visit our website at jacksonchildcareacademy.com/summer-camp or find us through the district website under Department and Programs then Child Care Program.

Middle School Eco Night/STEAM Fair

PLUMSTED – Our annual Eco Night/STEAM Fair will be held on April 17, from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. This event features amazing science, technology, and STEAM related activities. Come check out this event!

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Jackson Liberty Jazz Band Takes Home State Championship

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By Kimberly Bosco JACKSON – Jackson Liberty Jazz Band earned yet another title over the weekend as the Cavalcade of Bands 2019 NJ State Champions.

The band competed alongside 14 bands at the regional event on April 6 at Shawnee High School. Jackson Liberty came out on top in first place, and was also awarded Best Overall band, Best Trumpet and Trombone Section in the State.

Anthony Demateis, a Jackson Liberty junior and a trumpet player, was also named one of the best soloists in the state. He won seven best soloist awards just this season!

“Earning best soloist awards throughout the

season and at the state festival is the most rewarding feeling I have ever experienced in my life and I am very excited to see what happens next year,” said Demateis.

Jackson Liberty Jazz Band began the season strong in February by taking home the win at their very first competition. Since then, the band has won every single competition.

Louis Santos, Jackson Liberty senior and drummer, stated: “I feel that our dedication and passion to the band really shows in our season’s success.”

“This year’s success is attributed to the kids.

We have a great group that wants to learn and do well and they did just that,” said band director Scott Katona.

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The Official Red Hat Society is a playgroup for women created to connect like-minded women, make new friends and enrich lives through the power of fun and friendship.

Women over 50 wear red hats and purple clothes and are called Red Hats. Those under 50 wear pink hats and lavender clothes and are called Pink Hats. It is called colors or regalia.

We have lunches, dinners, travel, conventions, teas, plays, kazoo parades, and so much

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We are trying to get an official group going in the Toms River Area. We will set up a meeting where you may come to find out more. Membership is $30 annually.

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Around The Jersey Shore BlueClaws Unveils New Logo For Hispanic Outreach Initiative

By Kimberly Bosco TOMS RIVER – The Lakewood BlueClaws will be taking on a new identity this season as part of the new 2019 Copa de la Diversion Hispanic outreach initiative. For four games of the 2019 season, the BlueClaws will become the Medusas de Lakewood, a new title unveiled on March 18 at the Ocean County Library in Toms River.

In attendance at the unveiling were dozens of kids from O.C.E.A.N., Inc. Kids, a “Community Action Agency [that] has provided services to income-eligible residents assisting them in moving towards self-sufficiency.”

The kids played corn hole, colored pictures, played a ring-toss game, musical chairs, Hula Hoop Hustle, and got to hang out with the BlueClaws’ very own mascot, Buster.

These children are exemplary of those that will benefit from the Medusas’ Dia de los Ninos program, which allows underprivileged local families in Monmouth & Ocean Counties the opportunity to enjoy the Medusas games through ticket donations.

The Copa de la Diversion translates to the “Fun Cup,” a campaign aimed at connecting the Minor League Baseball teams with their local, diverse communities. These four games will feature special activities and highlights geared towards Hispanic and Latino culture.

General Manager and Team President of the BlueClaws, Joe Ricciutti, noted that Copa de la Diversion games will feature mariachi bands, diverse vendors, and Latino foods to celebrate the local community.

“What you see when you walk in the gates – the food, the music, the live entertainment – all of that is going to have a very specific feel to it,” said Ricciutti.

Ricciutti also noted that bilingual staff will be on hand for those in the local Hispanic community who might not be as proficient in English.

“It can at least help in making sure that there are no barriers,” he said.

These special additions to the typical BlueClaws game night are done in cooperation with Jorge and Betty Rod of the National

Association for the Advancement of Latino People. Other donors include Morgan Stanley of Red Bank, Jose Angeles Painting & Decorating of Jackson, and Prudential.

According to the BlueClaws, the Medusa was chosen as the Copa de la Diversion mascot for its significant symbolism.

“Native to the nearby Atlantic Ocean, the Medusa, or jellyfish, boasts five tentacles to represent strength, faith, trust, family and acceptance found within the LatinX community. The logo’s vibrant colors represent the Jersey Shore’s diversity and familial love displayed throughout the region,” stated the team.

The cartoonish jellyfish adorning the new Medusas uniforms is made up of bright pinks, blues and purples, which also stand for diversity, family, and affection within the Latino community, according to the team.

“These are growing communities in all of our team’s markets…we spent a great deal of time trying to decide on a logo…so it just doesn’t feel like a theme night,” said Ricciutti. “We’re very, very proud of this initiative…we want to make sure that we’re bringing that message to as many people as we possibly can.”

The children of O.C.E.A.N., Inc. participated in games and fun activities hosted by the BlueClaws crew members. Each child also received their very own Medusas t-shirt which they all put on right away before enjoying snacks and coloring.

The Medusas de Lakewood will take over FirstEnergy Park during four season games: • Friday, May 3, 7:05 p.m. - Post-Game Fireworks • Sunday, June 23, 1:05 p.m. - Kids Run the Bases • Friday, July 26, 7:05 p.m. - Post-Game Fireworks • Wednesday, August 28, 7:05 p.m.

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Continued From Page 1 The purpose of the annual event is to welcome home those Vietnam veterans that were received back to the US with hate and hostility after the war. Since its inception last year, Barnegat’s Vietnam veteran memorial has spurred action in many other towns and states.

“After last year’s event, we were contacted by two Vietnamese brothers from Grand Rapids, Michigan who were so taken by what we had done they asked for permission to use the same monument design we have created,” said Thy. The theme of thanking veterans was also picked up in Ocean City, NJ, where Thy found the perfect symbol of both the veteran appreciation movement and youthfulness: Julia Wilson. Wilson performed a stunning rendition of the National Anthem at Ocean City’s event and Thy asked her to perform at Barnegat’s 2nd annual event as well.

“In order for this event to continue successfully, I had to get children and younger generations involved, otherwise traditions will fade as older generations are lost,” she said.

Keeping with this theme, the keynote speaker was Logan Germano, a junior at Barnegat High School and the grandson of two Vietnam veterans.

“As a grandson speaking to you all today, I am grateful and beyond honored to be here on behalf of my grandfathers,” said Germano. “Both of my grandfathers suffered the pain to fight for their country… they have been an inspiration to me and I have learned a lot from them.”

The musical guest was Vietnamese singer/ songwriter Steve Hartman, whose life as a baby was saved by Vietnam veterans through Operation Babylift. Operation Babylift was a plan hatched by the US government during the war to rescue thousands of displaced Vietnamese children and bring them to the US. The event also featured the Barnegat American Legion, Barnegat High School Navy JROTC, and Barnegat Veterans of Foreign Wars Color Guards. The pledge

The Jackson Times, April 13, 2019, Page 11 of allegiance was led by Boy Scouts Troop 26 of Barnegat.

Not only was this year about passing the history on to our youth, but it was also about spreading the movement of thanking Vietnam veterans far and wide.

“I would love to see our event get smaller every year because more and more towns are following Barnegat’s lead and are hosting ceremonies for their own Vietnam vets,” Thy said. “If every town does this, then veterans will always be welcomed home everywhere they go.”

Barnegat VFW Commander Frank Healy provided an emotional retelling of what it was like to come back home after being deployed overseas and not be “welcomed home.” Commander Healy served in the 1st Battalion 9th Marines, an infantry battalion that was known as “The Walking Dead” for suffering the highest killed in action rate in Marine Corps history.

In February of 1967, Healy arrived in Vietnam. “Over there we didn’t hear anything about what was happening in the states,” he said.

When he arrived back in the US in March of 1968, he found himself in a country he didn’t even recognize.

“I came back to a country that I was bitter with...I came back to a country that eventually made me hate,” said Healy.

It wasn’t until March 29, 2018 at the first ever Barnegat Vietnam Veterans Memorial Ceremony, that Commander Healy finally felt welcomed home.

“It’s time that we live with ourselves at peace…God Bless You, God Bless America, and thank you for your service,” Healy finished.

Thy and Jimmy thanked the following veterans attendance: American Legion, Coast Guard Combat Veterans Association, Coast Guard Auxiliary, Disabled American Veterans, Jewish War Veterans, Korean American Vietnam War Veterans, Marine Corps League, Military Order of the Purple Heart, Polish Legion of American Veterans, members of Rolling Thunder, Veterans of Foreign Wars, and Vietnam Veterans of America.

“This day is all about you…You deserve our deepest gratitude and respect,” said Thy.

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Girl Scout Night At The Lakewood BlueClaws

By Kimberly Bosco LAKEWOOD – The Lakewood BlueClaws and the Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore are teaming up for a special Girl Scout Family Night at FirstEnergy Park on June 21, at 7:05 p.m.

Come out with family and friends to enjoy a baseball game and a night of fun, featuring an on-field parade, contests, Girl Scout

exhibitions and post-game fireworks. Thousands of Girl Scouts will be at the ready with information on Girl Scout programs and how being a Girl Scout can impact a young girl’s life.

“The Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore have always enjoyed the strong support of the BlueClaws,” said Eileen M. Higgins, CEO, Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore. “Our new

community partnership takes our collaboration to another level and will directly benefit our girls.”

Gates will open for activities at 6 p.m. The game against West Virginia Power begins at 7:05 p.m.

“The BlueClaws are very excited to partner with the Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore for what promises to be a full night of fun on

June 21st,” said BlueClaws Team President Joe Ricciutti. “Girl Scouts and their families from all around the Shore will be able to take part in the best of the BlueClaws - from the boardwalk games, to great food, and fantastic post-game fireworks show!”

Tickets are $11 each and include a hot dog, fountain soda, ice cream and one free boardwalk game. Girl Scouts even get a special on-field overnight option for only $10 more, where the girls can enjoy a movie, snacks and breakfast the following morning.

All proceeds from Girl Scout Night will benefit local programs and activities for Girl Scouts from Monmouth and Ocean Counties.

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit BlueClaws.com/GirlScouts.

For groups of 20 or more, contact Elias Riginos, Group Sales Manager, at 732-9017000 ext. 125.

Bartley Healthcare Unveils Independent Living Services

By Kimberly Bosco JACKSON – Maintain an autonomous lifestyle with Bartley Healthcare’s new Independent Living services. Bartley is expanding their services to include new, independent living apartments with multiple floorplans to meet varying budgets, wants and needs.

Bartley Independent Living will provide residents with a safe, comfortable, stressfree environment with a resident-oriented culture. These expanded services take away the burden of those pesky chores and home maintenance to allow more time for what really matters to residents.

Residents will also be able to enjoy quality dining for three meals a day, with chef-prepared meals catered to your tastes and any specific dietary needs or restrictions.

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Did Recreational Marijuana Hurt Other Marijuana Bills?

By Chris Lundy TRENTON – The vote for recreational, or “adult use” marijuana has taken center stage but the medicinal marijuana movement and expungement of records might have been hamstrung by it.

A vote was planned for a package of bills that would legalize adult use marijuana, expunge records of people charged with possession of up to 5 pounds, and expand medicinal marijuana use.

However, when Democrat leaders were trying to find out how much support there was, they came up short on definite “yes” votes. Senate President Steve Sweeney said during a press conference that they decided not to put it up to vote because it would be defeated. So instead they pushed “pause” on it, so they can work to get more support so they know it will pass. He also noted that if it was on the ballot in November, it wouldn’t do well because it’s not a presidential election and not as many people would vote.

However, some people feel that by tying expungement and medical marijuana to the recreational one, it stopped two common sense bills from progressing.

The family of Jake “The Tank” Honig put out a video plea to lawmakers to separate the medicinal marijuana expansion from the recreational. Jake, 7, passed away last year after five years of dealing with cancer.

“The only medication he was on was medical marijuana,” his father Mike said.

When he was on it, it alleviated all of his symptoms. But the state only allows 2 ounces for someone his age.

“Somehow medical marijuana got all tied in with recreational. And because of that, we’re putting patients in New Jersey behind pleasure seekers. We’re putting our own personal agenda ahead of the terminally ill child. We ask that you untie medical marijuana from recreational…Everybody can agree, that a patient, especially a child, deserves the medication they need to be comfortable,” he said.

The bill is called the Jake Honig Compassionate Use Medical Marijuana Act. Another bill is expungement, which would help people who have minor offenses have a more productive future. Sen. Robert Singer (R-30th) told a group at an affordable housing assembly in Lakewood recently that “too many young lives have been ruined for having a small amount of marijuana.”

Even if the legislature is torn on recreational marijuana, they should still move forward with the expungement of people’s record, he said. Then, revisit recreational marijuana when there’s more consensus.

State Democrats declined to make a specific reply to requests for comment, but at the same press conference that Sweeney spoke (Marijuana - See Page 16)

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It is often hard to recognize hearing loss.

Simply put, it can be sneaky. As someone who experiences hearing loss, you have an advantage in helping loved ones recognize it in themselves. Here are some signs that can help you start the conversation…

• Balance Blues. Are they less sure footed than they once were? The inner ear is important to both hearing and stability – the cause of a balance problem could be affecting their hearing as well.

• The Lean. Do they consistently lean into the conversations on the same side?

They could have greater hearing loss on one side, causing them to attempt to use their “good ear.” “ • Library, Anyone?” Are they not doing some of the things that make them happy?

With a hearing loss, it’s difficult to hear in public places with lots of background sounds – they could be avoiding noisy areas altogether.

• Lots of laughter. Are they laughing more often? It might not mean you’ve hit your comedic stride. If they can’t hear what’s going on they might be responding inappropriately to social cues to feel

more engaged.

• Odd Responses. Do their replies seem out of place or not make sense? It might not be because they’re distracted – they might not be able to follow the conversation.

• Isolation. Are they begging off social situations entirely, even at home? It can be difficult to admit to hearing loss, which can lead to social anxiety.

• The Blame Game. Are they blaming misunderstandings on noises or other people? Rather than admit to hearing loss, sometimes it’s easier to act like outside factors are the issue.

• What?” Do you feel like you’re repeating yourself more often? Maybe you are mumbling sometimes- but odds are their hearing loss is the problem.

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H ere ’ s T o Y our H ealth Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Calendula Soothes Reflux And Skin Problems

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

In spring, we all like to hike and play outdoors. Getting bumped and bruised is more apt to occur as well. A natural remedy for this is calendula, and it’s sold in health food stores nationwide.

Calendula oil is a natural oil extracted from flowers, specific ally the marigold flowers, also known as Calendula officinalis. Calendula oil has some antifungal, anti-inf lammatory, and antimicrobial properties. This makes it great for topical use, especially for minor cuts, wounds and skin rashes. More specifically, calendula creams can be used to help cradle cap, diaper rash, eczema, poison ivy and allergic rashes.

Not too long ago, a friend of mine fell off her horse. She had some minor aches and pains, and her skin was broken. I recommended the calendula cream and reassured her this herbal remedy had been used for centuries. My friend used the cream on her bruises and scrapes and within several days she was as good as new. If you are creating a first-aid cabinet, I highly recommend you include Calendula. Put it next to your hydrocortisone and tea tree oil.

There was a study in October 2018, published in the Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care. This study evaluated calendula ointment on cesarean wound healing. The trial evaluated 72 women and they concluded that “using calendula ointment considerably increases the speed of cesarean wound healing.”

There was a more recent study in February 2019 that evaluated calendula for patients who had suffered from dermatitis associated with their radiation. This is pretty common, up to 95 percent of patients develop radiation-related skin pain.

Calendula appears to be a viable option and should be considered as an adjunct to pharmaceutical skin treatments.

I think calendula would make for a fantastic tea. I make it myself all the time at home, using locally grown flowers. The marigold flowers are beautiful orange, and they’re dried. You just steep them in water for about 10 minutes, and add honey if desired. Calendula is a type of marigold.

Not all marigold flowers can be ingested so if you make the tea, make sure you buy the dried flowers that are consumable, and buy them from a reputable source.

One reason you might consider calendula as a tea, or dietary supplement is if you have ulcerative colitis. There is reason to believe this may be soothing to the intestinal tract and it’s been studied for this very condition. It might be one of the most healing herbs to consider if you have gastritis or reflux, but of course ask your practitioner if it’s right for you.

Some people are allergic to flowers in the marigold family, in which case calendula should be avoided. In avoid calendula if you are allergic to ragweed, chrysanthemums or daisies due to potential reactions.

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By Joel Markel

A Pesky Neighbor In The Garden

Dear Joel, I love gardening and take great pride in my yard. It’s a peaceful time and I look forward to working in the yard, but I have a neighbor who thinks she is a judge in the county fair. She has plenty of gardening tips and is always telling me what I should do and what I’m doing wrong. One time she even came over and pulled my weeds when I was out.

Please help me from digging a hole and pushing her in it?

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They describe it as a spiritual experience, being around nature and watching living things grow leaf by leaf and inch by inch. It’s their time away from the stresses and interruptions of the day. I would tell your neighbor that you appreciate her advice, but that you really want to figure things out on your own. Tell her you don’t care about having the biggest and the best garden; you just want to learn from every experience.

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Marijuana:

Continued From Page 13 at, there were also several other decision makers including Gov. Phil Murphy and Assembly Speaker Craig Coughlin.

When a reporter asked if the bills could be separated, Murphy said it needed to be a full

package. If you just decriminalize it, it’s just in hands of bad guys, if you just expunge records, you still get 600 arrests a week of low-grade marijuana charges.

“I know we’re doing the right thing by legalizing adult use marijuana,” Sweeney said. “Too many people are being arrested.

Too many people are not getting justice.”

See A Springtime Show At Novins Planetarium

TOMS RIVER — Welcome the springtime sky at the Robert J. Novins Planetarium (Bldg #13), on the Ocean County College Main Campus, College Drive, Toms River, NJ. Please park in Parking Lot #2.

Saturday, April 20: 11:30 a.m. One World One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure; 12:30 p.m.

The Stars From My Backyard; 2 p.m. Laser iPop; 7 p.m. Mysteries Of The Aurora Borealis; 8:30 p.m. Laser Zeppelin.

Tuesday, April 23: 11 a.m. Little Star Craft (included with show ticket); 11:30 a.m. The Little Star That Could; 12:30 p.m. The Stars From My Backyard; 2 p.m. Kaluoka’hina: The Enchanted Reef.

Wednesday, April 24: 11 a.m. Harold Shale Craft (included with show ticket); 11:30 a.m.

Harold Shale And The Great Orbit: The Interactive Storybook; 12:30 p.m. The Stars From My Backyard; 2 p.m. Laser Beatles.

Thursday, April 25: 11:30 a.m. One World One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure; 12:30 p.m.

Secret Of The Cardboard Rocket, with special bonus star talk; 2 p.m. Continuum, with Sizing Up Space movie.

Saturday, April 27: 12:30 p.m. PreK Party Craft (included with show ticket); 1 p.m.

PreK Show: The Aurora Borealis ; 1:30 p.m.

PJ Party Craft (included show ticket); 2 p.m.

PJ Party Show: The Aurora Borealis ; 7 p.m.

Laser Pink Floyd: Dark Side of the Moon; 8:15 p.m. Laser Pink Floyd: The Wall.

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TOMS RIVER – Expect the unexpected, as canines and comedy collide on May 11, 2-5 p.m. at the RWJBarnabas Health Arena.

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Today’s world is filled with scams.

It’s becoming harder and harder to trust anyone.

A new assault on victims is in the for m of L ot t e r y a nd Swe e p st a ke scams. These scams are becoming more and more common. They may come to you from social media, phone calls, mailings, e-mail and text messages-all saying that you have won money or pr i zes. T he sca m mer s may even try to impersonate public figures, police, FBI, Lottery and Officials. To make matters worse, they have also mastered the art of cloning otherwise legitimate web sites and social media profiles. So how do you know if your winnings are legitimate?

Scammers like to ask for up-front payment, such as taxes, processing fe e s, del ive r y fe e s, legal fe e s or customer fees to collect your “winnings.” Any payment requested in advance should be a red f lag!

The most common up-front payment request is a monetary transfer, because these are like cash. Other up-front payment schemes that are becoming popular include prepaid cards and iTunes gift cards because the scammers can access your balance if you give them the number from the back of the card or a PIN over the phone. Scammers may also ask that you send cash in the mail.

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Some victims are asked to deposit fake checks and if that check bounces the victim will be responsible for the bounced check fee.

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CLASSIFIEDS Real Estate Rental or Purchase 1 & 2 BR Homes – Adult 55+ Community Homestead Run – Toms River. www.homesteadrun.com. Call 732-370-2300.

(17) For Sale 55+ - $215,999. Heritage Point Barnegat. 2BR, 2Bth, garage.

49 Pierhead Dr. Open house Sundays 1-3. Zillow me 908-783-9782. (16)

For Rent Room For Rent, Brick, Herbertsville - Quiet house, shared bath, Wi-fi, unfurnished. $660 Call Bob 732-278-8976.

(18) Seaside Park - Yearly Lease, Beautiful Oceanfront 2 Bedroom Apartment with Spectacular Sunrises from Private Deck, SUPER Clean and Quiet $1900. 908-278-5491.

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For Sale 2003 CASE 580SM Backhoe - One Owner, 4WD, 915 Hrs, $19,399, Cab with A/C. Call 856-338-7208. (16)

Auto For Sale Honda Odyss 2004 - Nice condition, 155,000mi. All service records. New tires and brakes. $3,550. Call 732-299-8178.

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Estate Sale Estate Sale Stamps - Must liquidate collection for quick distribution. Many varities including duck stamps. Dealers need not inquire. Please call 325338-8439, Toms River area.

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Items Wanted 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.

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(15) 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) C a s h - To p d o l l a r, p a i d f o r junk, cars running and nonrunning, late model salvage, cars and trucks, etc. 732-928-3713.

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

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Personals We Are Searching For Anyone Related To MARJORIE R. COOK - Please contact First UMC Farmingdale - Pastor George Zigich 732-938-4100.

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(17) Spring Gala Gift Auction - Holiday City Phase Two Clubhouse, Yorktowne Blvd. 11am to 2 pm.

Lunch $3 and includes hot dog and potato salad. Tickets pulled 1pm. Many gift baskets and cards.

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

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

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(19) Teacher /Teacher Assistants Busy Child Care Center has the following positions available: Infant Caregiver (FT/PT). Toddler Teacher (FT/PT). Pre-K Teacher (FT).

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OCVTS Announces New Acting Superintendent

By Kimberly Bosco OCEAN COUNTY – Following the sudden and unfortunate passing of Ocean County Vocational Technical School’s longtime superintendent William P. Hoey, Jr., OCVTS has announced Mrs. Karen Homiek as Acting Superintendent.

Homiek got her start at OCVTS back in 1997 as an instructor at the OCVTS Enrichment Center, an alternative high school setting for at risk students where she was named Dean of Students. From there, she became an OCVTS Adult Education Evening School Supervisor and later Principal of the Jackson Center. Homiek also lead the Lakehurst Center as the Principal of the Performing Arts Academy (PAA), the Audio Recording and Aviation share time programs, and the full time culinary program housed on campus.

“Under her leadership, the Performing Arts Academy has developed into a top performance learning facility, currently in the top 93% in public school rankings, as well as earning the Blue Ribbon School of Excellence status by the US Department of Education,” read a press release from OCVTS. “Mrs. Homiek has been instrumental in the development of a partnership with Ocean County College, creating a pathway for PAA students to earn an Associate’s Degree along with their high school diploma.”

The Performing Arts Academy will be relocating to a new state-of-the-art facility on the campus of Ocean County College in early 2020.

With a Master’s of Education from Seton Hall University and a Masters of Arts degree in Education Leadership from New Jersey City University, Homiek is well-prepared for her new leadership role.

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Alzheimer’s Disease and Physical Therapy By: Elise Pavlick, DPT

WHAT IS ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE? Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, affecting one in eight Americans over the age of 65. Dementia is a general term for a variety of conditions that develop as a result of malfunctioning nerve cells in the brain. Research has shown that individuals with Alzheimer’s disease tend to develop abnormal structures in the brain, called plaques and tangles, that block communication between nerve cells in the brain and body. Plaques build up in the spaces in between nerve cells, and consist of a protein called betaamyloid. Tangles are described as a collection of twisted fibers made from a different protein, called tau, that develop inside nerve cells rather than in between them.

Because the nerve cells are unable to work properly, individuals can experience a variety of cognitive, behavioral, and physical symptoms. Alzheimer’s disease is progressive, meaning that is worsens over time, and although there is currently no cure for Alzheimer’s disease, medication and physical activity can be helpful in slowing its progression.

WHAT ARE THE SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS? The most common symptom of early-stage Alzheimer’s disease is difficulty remembering newly learned information. As we age, it is common to experience occasional memory loss or slowed thinking; however, serious memory difficulties and confusion are signs that the brain is not working exactly as it should.

As the disease progresses, individuals tend to experience mood and behavior changes, increased confusion about time and place, disorientation, and difficulty responding to the demands in their environment.

Physical symptoms accompany cognitive changes, particularly muscle disuse, difficulty walking, negotiating turns and obstacles, and loss of balance.

HOW CAN PHYSICAL THERAPY HELP? The physical symptoms mentioned above ultimately increase an individual’s risk of falling, which can possibly lead to serious injury. Research has shown the importance of physical activity for overall well-being.

During a physical therapy evaluation, a licensed physical

therapist evaluates various components of the body in order to determine impairments that may be contributing to a patient’s symptoms. From there, an individualized exercise program is created to meet the specific needs of each patient. A supervised exercise program, with the goal of increasing muscle strength and improving balance, will ultimately lead to improved safety awareness and decrease a patient’s fall risk. The following are important aspects that are addressed in each exercise program, as deemed appropriate by a physical therapist: STRENGTH AND FLEXIBILITY As Alzheimer’s disease progresses, individuals tend to become more sedentary, which leads to muscles becoming weak and tight. This is predominantly true for the muscles of the hips and legs. The lower extremity muscles are very important for standing and walking, so as they become weak, it becomes particularly difficult to perform daily tasks and ambulate, or walk around.

Physical therapy can help break this cycle by developing a safe strengthening and flexibility program to improve muscle performance. As an individual’s strength starts to improve, exercises may be altered or advanced to further maximize strength gains.

GAIT TRAINING In addition to developing an exercise program, a physical therapist will evaluate and determine the most appropriate assistive device for each patient in order to provide safe ambulation. The most common assistive devices are rolling walkers, single point canes, and quad canes. The physical therapist will educate and train the patient on how to correctly use his/her assistive device during ambulation.

If unsafe ambulation is identified during the initial evaluation, subsequent treatment sessions will consist of gait training, in order to maximize safety awareness. As quality of gait improves, the patient will be challenged to negotiate obstacles and ambulate on various surfaces, in order to simulate real life situations. Continued practice will eventually lead to improved safety awareness during community ambulation and while performing daily tasks.

BALANCE Along with safe ambulation, balance is by far one of the

most important aspects of minimizing an individual’s fall risk. Balance can be divided into two components: static and dynamic. Static balance refers to an individual’s ability to maintain balance while in a still position, whether that be while seated or standing. Dynamic balance refers to maintaining balance while moving. Both static and dynamic balance are addressed during physical therapy by simulating tasks that individual’s experience in their daily lives. These tasks include reaching, stepping onto and off of various pliable surfaces, and negotiating obstacles while walking. This is a great opportunity to not only challenge balance, but also memory, as the patient will need to follow directions and remember multi-step commands. By challenging balance in various ways, the body is better able to adapt and learn how to respond safely and appropriately during real life situations.

WHAT HAPPENS AFTER YOU FINISH PHYSICAL THERAPY? All of the factors addressed during physical therapy work together to improve overall function and safety.

Once an individual has achieved his/her goals and is ready to be discharged, the physical therapist will provide the patient with a home exercise program so that the gains made during physical therapy can be maintained. Physical therapy can provide the tools for success, however it is up to the individual to use the information he/she has learned to continue to maximize safety and functional mobility!

ELISE PAVLICK, DPT Elise graduated from the University of Delaware in 2011 with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology and a minor in Disabilities Studies. She continued her education at the University of Delaware where she earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree in January 2014. While at UD, she and a few classmates were chosen to present their case study, The Use of EMG Biofeedback as a Treatment for Facial Paralysis Secondary to Bell’s Palsy, at APTA’s Combined Sections Meeting. Elise has clinical experience in a variety of settings, including inpatient rehabilitation, acute care, outpatient orthopedics, and pediatric rehabilitation.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of APR 13 - APR 19

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Never plan a picnic when storm clouds loom on the horizon.

In the upcoming week you would be wise to put key projects and plans on the back burner.

Authority figures may not tolerate mistakes or missed deadlines.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Conquer conflicts by asking for clarifications. In the week to come you might find that your work is filled with confusing or questionable guidelines. You may easily make mistakes if the instructions are misleading.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): It is fun to dream unless you dream of falling. You are wise enough to know that some ideas and fears are not realistic. A downturn isn’t permanent so don’t panic in the upcoming week and sell off investments.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): In the week ahead, you may feel there is no choice but to abandon one of your dreams. You may yield when conflicts arise rather than stand your ground. Your circle of friends will restore your confidence levels.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You crave the ability to control circumstances. Those who hold the reins of power are not ready to give you the green light to go ahead with a pet project. Be patient as this week unfolds and steer clear of power struggles.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Money changes everything. In the week ahead your desire to live the dream and own the best of everything could have long-term consequences. Avoid making

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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Focus on high efficiency and be conscientious about following the rules. Someone will probably rain on your parade if you attempt to begin something new. Family squabbles could plague you in the week ahead.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): This isn’t a good week to follow a friend’s advice or to go along with the crowd. Don’t consider it to be a personal affront if someone has a differing viewpoint than you do. Agree to disagree and move on.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You might overlook the details in the week ahead, but the details won’t overlook you. Being inaccurate can cost you money or put a damper on your income.

Don’t take risks or sign financial agreements.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You are willing to go the extra mile to stay on top of your obligations, but this could take a toll on your temper. In the upcoming week get plenty of rest and regular meals so you can better deal with frustrations.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Don’t meddle in other people’s disputes as your assistance may cause more harm than good. Make the most of your spare time in the week ahead. Loved ones may be completely absorbed by their responsibilities.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): The best offense is a good defense. Resist the temptation to make drastic moves in the upcoming week since you will achieve much more by biding your time. Look for valuable knowledge from unlikely sources.

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Wolfgang Puck’s Kitchen

Think Outside The Pizza Box

By Wolfgang Puck Although you can find artichokes in markets most of the year, right now is their absolute peak of season. So I thought I’d share a recipe that features artichokes in one of my favorite preparations, as the featured topping for a very simple pizza that complements the vegetable with some flavorful homemade chili-garlic oil, fresh herbs, caramelized onions and a light sprinkling of freshly grated Parmesan.

That’s it. There’s no slathering of sharp tomato sauce or blanket of melted cheese to conceal the deliciousness of the artichoke itself.

We who love artichokes are often tempted to call it the perfect vegetable. Consider just a few of the facts.

Artichokes are beautiful to behold. Wide at their stem ends and gradually tapering, they range in size from barely bigger than golf balls to, more commonly, the dimensions of a softball. The exteriors are covered in fibrous leaves with sharp, pointy tips. Buried inside, however, is the artichoke’s heart: Firm, nutty and rich-tasting, a treasure that’s delicious whether the artichoke is steamed whole or pared down to the heart alone, which can be stuffed and baked, braised or cut up and sauteed.

The following recipe, which features artichokes as the star ingredient, is perfect for dinner on a springtime weekend.

Although it’s easy, you’ll need the afternoon for some advance preparation.

Allow three or four hours to prepare the following recipe for my own go-to pizza dough. (However, it’s perfectly OK if you find good-quality, ready-to-use pizza dough in your favorite supermarket.) You’ll also want to allow at least a couple of hours for the seasonings to steep in my recipe for chili-garlic oil, and at least an hour to cook and cool the caramelized onions.

The sauteed artichokes featured as the topping need less than 15 minutes to cook. But allow another 30 to 45 minutes to prep them first, a process I’d like to share in detail here.

First, squeeze two lemon halves into a bowl of cold water, and have one more lemon at the ready, cut in half; this will prevent the artichoke hearts from discoloring. Cut off the stems with a paring knife. Starting at the base and rubbing cut surfaces with a lemon half, carefully peel off the tough outer green skin and leaves, working upward to the indentation about a third of the way from the base. Cut crosswise at the indentation to expose the fibrous choke; scoop it out with a teaspoon. Cut each bottom into eight wedges and put in the lemon water. They’re now ready to cook.

Once the artichokes have been sauteed, you’ll be ready to start putting together some of the easiest, most flavorful springtime pizzas ever!

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Wolfgang’s pizza dough (recipe follows) 4 teaspoons chili-garlic oil (recipe follows) 2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme and oregano leaves Sauteed artichokes (recipe follows) Caramelized onions (recipe follows) 4 teaspoons freshly grated Parmesan 8 large fresh basil leaves, cut into thin julienne strips Place a pizza stone on the oven’s middle rack. Preheat to 500 F (260 C). On a lightly floured work surface, stretch out each dough ball into an 8-inch (20-cm) circle, shaping the edge slightly thicker.

Brush with chili-garlic oil. Sprinkle with thyme and oregano. Top with artichokes and onions. Sprinkle with Parmesan.

Using a pizza paddle, transfer the pizzas to the pizza stone.

Bake until deep golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes.

Remove to a cutting board. Scatter with basil and cut each into four slices.

WOLFGANG’S PIZZA DOUGH

Makes 4 balls, each 6 ounces (185 g) 1 package active dry yeast 1 teaspoon honey 1 cup (250 mL) warm water, 105 F to 115 F (40 C to 46 C) 3 cups (750 mL) all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast and honey in 1/4 cup (60 mL) warm water.

In a food processor, combine the flour and salt. Add the oil, yeast mixture, and remaining water; process until a ball forms. Turn out onto a clean work surface and knead by hand until smooth and firm, about 3 minutes. Cover with a clean, damp towel and let rise in a cool spot for about 2 hours.

Divide into four equal balls. Work each by pulling down the sides and tucking under. Repeat four or five times. On a smooth, unfloured surface, roll under your palm until smooth and firm, about 1 minute. Cover with a damp towel and let rest 1 hour. The balls can be wrapped in plastic and refrigerated for up to two days.

CHILI-GARLIC OIL Makes 2 cups (500 ml) 1 head garlic, cloves separated and peeled 2 cups (500 mL) extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes In a small saucepan, combine the garlic and oil. Place over high heat and, when the garlic sizzles, reduce the heat to low and cook, checking frequently, until the garlic turns light golden, 10 to 15 minutes.

Cool to room temperature. Stir in the pepper flakes and infuse for 2 hours. Strain into an airtight container, cover, and refrigerate for up to two weeks.

SAUTEED ARTICHOKES Makes 2 cups (500 mL) 4 large artichokes, stemmed and peeled, chokes removed, each bottom cut into 8 wedges and soaked in water with the juice of 1 lemon 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 1/2 cups (375 mL) canned chicken or vegetable stock or broth Drain the artichoke wedges thoroughly. Pat dry. In a 10inch (25-cm) skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the artichokes, season lightly with salt and pepper, and saute until golden, 3 to 4 minutes. Add stock and simmer until tender and most of the liquid has evaporated, about 10 minutes. Adjust seasonings to taste. Set aside.

CARAMELIZED ONIONS Makes 3/4 cup (185 mL) 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 large yellow onion, cut into 3/4-inch (18-mm) dice 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper In a 10-inch (25-cm) skillet, heat the oil over medium heat.

Saute the onion until lightly browned, 15 minutes. Stir in the balsamic vinegar, and cook 1 minute longer. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Cool and transfer to a covered container. Refrigerate until ready to use.

(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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