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—Photos by Bob Vosseller Jackson playgrounds including its roller hockey park are seen during a recent sunny day.

By Bob Vosseller JACKSON - Connor Fletcher has spent a lot of time in the township’s skateboard park.

He came forward to several township council meeting’s recently to express his full support of preserving recreational facilities in Jackson.

“I’ve lived in Jackson

all my life. There is something I am passionate about,” Fletcher said referring to the condition of the skateboard park which is just a few blocks away from the municipal building.

“The entire time I’ve been skating there, someone is always bring up the fact that t he pa rk has never

been finished. Don’t get me wrong, we’re very grateful to have what we have, especially me,” Fletcher said.

“That particular park gave me a sense of community when I was in an aggravated case of depression after coming out of the hospital. Skateboarders can identify with a sense

of isolation or as misfits and we also share that feeling of never wanting to give up. I opened up and made great friends there,” Fletcher said.

Fletcher added that more room was available in the park that could be utilized and that it was currently (Parks - See Page 5)

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Experts: These Are The Barriers To Solving Opioid Crisis

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – A Town Hall-style meeting of people on the front lines of the opioid epidemic was held recently. The goal: to identify the roadblocks to solving the crisis.

The meeting was held at the Toms River branch of the Ocean County library, hosted by Congressman Andy Kim (D-3rd). He said ad-

diction has been mentioned at every town hall he’s hosted, but he’s just not seeing the same level of urgency in Washington, D.C. According to state figures, there were 3,118 deaths suspected of overdose in 2018. As of June 3, the figure for 2019 is 871. (The state uses the term “suspected” deaths because until (Opioids - See Page 6)

Overwhelmed With News Of Animal Abuse?

Here’s How To Help

By Chris Lundy and Kimberly Bosco JERSEY SHORE – It seems that there is a lot of bad news lately about suffering animals.

Geese being attacked. A service dog-intraining killed. A cat shot with a crossbow.

The other geese being attacked.

The natural instinct when reading these articles is outrage. How could someone do such a thing? Who is really the animal here?

If you’re saddened or angered by news like this – and you should be – know that there are ways to help animals locally.

There are several animal shelters that need donations and volunteers. They would welcome help from people who want to make (Animals - See Page 4)

Photographer Wants To Set Record Straight On Lakewood Goose Attacks

By Chris Lundy LAKEWOOD – The photo has been shared thousands of times – a woman walking a group of children to a van. The story behind the photo – the real story – not so much.

What most people know is that someone witnessed a group of kids attacking geese in the industrial park in Lakewood. After the picture was posted on Facebook, it has taken on a life of its own. People made all sorts of assumptions about the people in the photo, as well as the person taking the photo.

The photographer spoke to JerseyShoreOnline to explain that this was not an isolated incident, (Goose - See Page 11)

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Calling All Cats Rescues, in Jackson, always needs kitten and cat chow, and cleaning supplies. They are currently well stocked with linens, said Sara Cameron, president and founder. They have an Amazon wish list that is pinned to the top of their Facebook page.

They are also looking for volunteers and foster families.

There was one situation recently where a hurt animal was helped by this organization. A feral cat, who might be a senior, was found on the side of Route 571, struck by a car. Fortunately, it was spotted by a volunteer for the organization. She thought she was dead until she saw movement.

The cat was brought to a vet, where she was given pain medication, anti-biotics, and an x-ray that revealed her back was broken. Doctors told her the humane thing would be to put her down.

“I wasn’t ready,” Cameron said. “If I put her down, I can’t reverse that.”

The cat was eating, drinking, and grooming herself. It didn’t look like a cat that had given up. The cat wasn’t ready to go, either.

Now, the cat is named Phoenix, and she lives at the sanctuary. She probably will spend the rest of her years here, since her medical care is more than what most people are able to do (which includes acupuncture). She was fitted for a harness that has wheels on it, and she pulls herself along with her front paws. She has grown accustomed to the shelter life, as opposed to being a stray, and has become affectionate.

“Every day she just keeps getting stronger and stronger,” she said.

At the Jersey Shore Animal Center in Brick, they are always in need of cat food, blankets, towels, sheets, and cleaning products, said Jaime Dunning, project director.

Donations can be dropped off seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., although the adoption center is only open from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Sundays.

Volunteers have to be 16 or older, and have to apply, she said.

Monetary donations can be given through the site: jerseyshoreanimalcenter.org.

The Toms River Animal Shelter is also looking for cat and kitten food, and particularly kitten formula. They are asking for KMR ready-made cans, powder, and Miracle Nipples, as well as experienced bottle feeders, 18 and older.

Serving locations in both Ocean and Monmouth Counties is Rescue Ridge Adoption. Rescue Ridge is always looking for volunteers to walk the dogs, socialize with the dogs and cats, as well as transport animals to adoption events and/or veterinary appointments.

“We can use people to help us at events, especially strong people who can help carry tents. We need people who can man the tables we need people who can talk to the public about Rescue Ridge,” stated Joan Parmese, Director of Operations at Rescue Ridge A volunteer application can be found at rescueridge.com. You must be 19 or older to volunteer.

If volunteering isn’t your thing, there are many other ways to help out. You can simply donate at rescueridge.com, or you can partake in their brick campaign. For $25, you can “honor your pet, a friend’s pet or even just a friend.”

If you wish to donate more than just money, you can visit Rescue Ridge’s site at rescueridge.com/about to view their Amazon wish list.

“If it is toys, we don’t normally take rope toys or anything too little since we deal mostly with larger animals. We do not accept open bags of food just for safety reasons and we like to keep our animals on a consistent diet,” stated Parmese.

“Treats should only be made in America and probably should not be treated with irradiation” If you are out and about, you can text 732-546-8805 to see what is needed at that time.

In southern Ocean County you will find the Ocean County Animal Shelter’s Manahawkin location as well as their partner organization, the Friends of the Southern Ocean County Animal Shelter (FOSOCAS).

The organization is always looking for volunteers that can get the dogs out for a bit of exercise. “(Dog walker) orientations are held at the shelter on the first Saturday and the third Sunday of each month. Must be 21 years of age and have enough strength and balance to get the dogs in/out of their kennels and walk for extended period of time,” stated the Friends’ website.

To become a dog walker, email dogwalkers@fosocas.org.

FOSOCAS also needs individuals who are willing to foster cats or dogs, be “bottle babies” who bottle feed the very young kittens, or volunteer at their adoption centers.

More information on volunteer opportunities can be found at fosocas.org/ programs.

And of course, you can always provide a monetary donation online at fosocas.org/ product/donation/ or in one of the FOSOCAS’ coin boxes.

“The donations we receive are used to purchase shelter equipment and provide supplementary medical/veterinary care to ensure high standards for the care and housing of pets,” stated their site.

Coin boxes can be found all over various locations in southern Ocean County. Make a difference with your spare change!

In addition to the traditional methods of donating time or money, Ocean County SPCA is taking advantage of the online shopping world to raise funds for their Save A Rescue animal charity. You can donate 0.5 percent of your online purchase to Save A Rescue when shopping on Amazon Smile by choosing them as your designated charity.

Lastly, the Associated Humane Societies of New Jersey has locations in Forked River in Ocean County and Tinton Falls in Monmouth County. On their website, you can find a wish list full of items needed at all their shelter locations.

The list includes dog and cat food, kitten and puppy food, nursing bottles, towels, (Animals - See Page 5)

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Continued From Page 4 wash cloths, toys, blankets, sheets, litter, collars, harnesses, leashes, paper towels, bird seed and toys, and more. To view the full wish list, visit ahscares.org.

Here’s a quick reference guide to some of the animal centers in the area: Jersey Shore Animal Center Address: 185 Brick Boulevard, Brick Website: jerseyshoreanimalcenter.org Contact: (732) 920-1600

The Jackson Times, June 8, 2019, Page 5 Associated Humane Society Forked River Address: Humane Way, Forked River Website: ahscares.org/ Contact: 609-693-1900 Associated Humane Society Tinton Falls Address: 2960 Shafto Road, Tinton Falls Website: ahscares.org/ Contact: 732-922-0100

Calling All Cats Rescues Website: facebook.com/callingallcatsrescues/ Contact: (732) 773-0809 Toms River Animal Shelter Address: 235 Oak Ave, Toms River Website: tomsrivertownship.com/index. php/animal-control-and-services/143animal-shelter Contact: (732) 341-1000 ext. 7300 Northern Ocean County Animal Shelter Address: 615 Freemont Avenue Jackson Website: ochd .org/animal- sheltersadoptions/ Contact: 732-657-8086 Southern Ocean County Animal Shelter Address: 360 Haywood Road, Manahawkin Website: ochd .org/animal- sheltersadoptions/ Contact: 609-978-0127

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Continued From Page 1 without rest room facilities. “Not only is there a giant waste of space there but we were never provided a porta potty like other the other sports parks. Whenever we had to relieve ourselves we had to leave the park and cross the complex.”

The resident did not come before the council to ask for financial support to build on to the park but wanted to voice his concerns. “I wanted to come here and ask what it might take to make something happen.

“I’m hoping to get a porta potty or a light or two like other parks or resurfacing the blacktop. I’m willing to start a petition, start a GoFundMe, and even donate a thousand dollars of my own money so I know I won’t be wasting my time. I want to expand a part of the community that helped save my life and give more people the opportunity to enjoy skateboarding as I did,” Fletcher.

“That was very well done and well said and Councilman (Andrew) Kern has something to say about this as we are heading in the same direction,” Council President Robert Nixon said.

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“Fantastic timing,” Kern said. He noted that the council had drafted an ordinance which was later approved on second reading that “would create a fund to allow us to open a bank account for people who want to give a tax deductible donation to sponsor a skate park, a hockey rink, ball fields and all those play areas and recreational facilities around town.”

Kern added that “every dollar donated can only go for playground equipment or for resurfacing surfaces. I thank our Business Administrator (Terence Wall) for helping set this up. I went with someone in public works to every area and spoke with someone at the skatepark for about 20 minutes and talked to them about their suggestions.”

Following that meeting Kern and Fletcher discussed more specific ideas of what could be done to that park.

Jackson has a number of playgrounds and recreational facilities throughout the community. Kern noted that some of those facilities needed upgrading and repairs but that safety and the needs of children and adults were always of prime interest and that the upkeep of those facilities were important to residents of Jackson.

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Continued From Page 1 the lab tests confirm, the victim is only suspected of dying from an overdose.)

But these are just statistics, and they hide the personal impact that drugs have. That’s why there were several people at the town hall who told their story.

Lisa Cook lost her 25-year-old daughter, Danielle, last year. Danielle was the type of person who once pulled over when she saw an elderly couple having trouble, and took time out to help them.

She didn’t know that a boyfriend had laced marijuana with harder drugs, and she became an addict, Cook said.

There were many times that Danielle tried to get better but the system failed her: Insurance wouldn’t pay for more than 14 days during one rehab stint; a court officer told her she’d never be clean; and patient privacy laws kept her parents in the dark.

It was key points like this that the experts needed to know in order to forge policies and change how people address the epidemic. Some of the suggestions are as follows: • Easier access to treatment. Several of the speakers said this was crucial. Heather Shapter, with the New Jersey Organizing Project, said someone should be able to Google addiction treatment and find something right away. “When an addict has a moment of clarity,” that’s when you have to treat them. Pamela Capaci, CEO of Hope Sheds Light, said you are asking a lot of someone dealing with addiction to navigate multiple systems of care. It should be streamlined.

• Dr. Samir Jani, of Garden State Medical Center, said that he can view a patient’s prescriptions from any provider in the state, and even some other states. However, the network doesn’t cover the entire country, and patients can still get prescription painkillers from certain states and keep it secret in New Jersey. He wants to see a more comprehensive, country-wide network.

• Kimberly Reilly, Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Coordinator for the Ocean County Health Department said that when someone dies of an overdose, certain statistics like age and gender are recorded. However, that doesn’t tell the story. That doesn’t explain why they went down the path they did. If that can be learned, then we wouldn’t have to wait for someone to hit rock bottom before they can be helped.

“There’s a story behind someone who has died of an overdose,” she said. “Tell me what worked, and what didn’t work.” She said this information would help drive policy and inform grant writing.

• Pamela Capaci, CEO of Hope Sheds Light, said that people with addiction have to navigate a complicated system to just to get help. The system is also short-sighted, looking to help people in the immediate term when addiction is really a long-term issue.

Prosecutor Bradley Billhimer said that the dangers of drugs have to be discussed to even younger kids than what is being done now. They have to be taught how to make good choices and how to rebound from bad

ones. Fentanyl amounted to 10 percent of overdose labwork in 2014, but that is up to 70 percent in 2018. “People have to know they’re playing Russian roulette.”

• Eric McIntire, vice president of the RWJBarnabas Health Institute for Prevention and Recovery, said that anyone revived from an overdose is met with an addiction counselor in the hospital. The counselor is a recovered addict, so they talk the talk and walk the walk. There’s only a curtain between beds sometimes, and the person on the other side will ask for help with their addiction as well. “Why does someone have to almost die to get help?” he asked.

What’s needed is the human connection.

People need access to recovery specialists before they are hospitalized, who can guide them to the next step.

• Heather Shapter, with the New Jersey Organizing Project, said a car crash made her addicted to prescription painkillers, which led to heroin. Purdue Pharmaceutical marketed oxycontin, downplaying its addictive properties. The state is currently suing the Sackler family who allegedly had a lot to do with that, but Shapter said they should be accountable in other ways, including a windfall tax. She described the first hand problems she had with trying to get clean, including driving 75 minutes each way to find a doctor since every local one was full.

• Other challenges discussed included: Insurance companies shouldn’t be able to dictate treatment.

• Transitional housing. There is a lack of places to put people in recovery.

• Lower the stigma related to substance abuse disorder.

• Start talking the language of recovery, and making goals.

Congressman Kim said these suggestions would be collected and discussed to see if they can be addressed legislatively.

A hand-out given at the meeting provided resources for people needing help: Local Providers Mental Health Association in New Jersey in Ocean County 25 South Shore Drive, Toms River, NJ 08753 Contact Rachel Odea at: rodea@mhanj.org or 732-244-0940. mhanj.org/mhanj-in-ocean-county/ Seashore Family Services of NJ 35 Beaverson Blvd. Bldg 8 Suite 8A, Brick, NJ 08724 732-920-2700 226 Main St. Toms River, NJ 98753 732-244-1600 sea shorefa milyse r vice s.org/sub stance-abuse/ Ocean County Health Department 732-341-9700 175 Sunset Avenue, Toms River ochd.org/alcohol-and-drug-services/#alcohol Preferred Behavioral Health Locations in Toms River, Barnegat, Lakewood 732-367-4700 preferredbehavioral.org/services/substance-use-services/

–Photos by Chris Lundy Eric McIntire, vice President of the RWJBarnabas Health Institute for Prevention and Recovery, said a human connection works best in treating addiction.

Barnabas Behavioral Health 1691 U.S. Highway 9 CN 2025, Toms River 732-914-1688 r w jb h .o r g /o u r - l o c a t i o n s / behavioral-health- center/ barnabas-health­b ehavioralhealth-center/ St. Francis Counseling Ser- Medicare For All protestors met up before the town vices hall, and held signs throughout it.

4700 Long Beach Blvd., Long Beach Twp. SAMHSA’s National Helpline (US Dept.

609-494-1554 of Health and Human Services) stfranciscenterlbi.org/counseling 1-800-662-HELP (4357) Ocean Mental Health Services Anonymous Support Groups 160 Atlantic City Blvd. Bayville narcoticsanonymousnj.org/meetings/ 732-575-1111 na.org/meetingsearch oceanmhs.org/substance-abuse-services/ Agape Counseling Services Additional Resources 815 Route 9, Lanoka Harbor Treatment Facility Locator: findtreat609-242-0086 ment.samhsa.gov/ Daytop Village of New Jersey Inc. (Ocean Division of Consumer Affairs, Board of Marriage and Family Therapists, AlOutpatient) cohol and Drug Counselor Committee: 399 Main Street, Manahawkin state.nj.us/lps/ca/medical/familytherapy.

732-875-1090 htm daytopnj.org/ Governor’s Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse: state.nj.us/treasury/gcada/ Hotlines ReachNJ (Department of Human Ser- Evidence-Based Practices for Treating Substance Abuse Disorders: adai.washvices) ReachNJ is a 24-hours-a-day, 7 days-a- ington.edu/ebp/ National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and week addictions hotline Drug Information (NCADl)/RADAR 1-844-732-2465 Network: health.org National Institute on Drug Abuse: nida.

MHA NJ Connect for Recovery nih.gov 855-652-3737 National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism: niaaa.nih.gov NJ Addiction Services Hotline Substance Abuse and Mental Health 844-276-2777 Services Administration: samhsa.gov Substance Abuse and Mental Health Data Hope Sheds Light Archives: icpsr.umich.edu/SAMHDA/ 855-350-2790

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Spotlight On Government Correspondence & Commentary From Your Local, County, State & Federal Officials

Defense Spending Bill Could Benefit Local Base, Company WASHINGTON, D.C. – Approximately $4 million in funding for military intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance programs was included in Defense appropriations legislation that passed out of committee, announced Rep. Chris Smith (R-4th) who championed the programs and emphasized the Joint Base’s strategic location for these missions.

“The Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) and Aerostat Operations funded in this legislation will greatly support our

combat readiness and strategic capabilities worldwide,” Smith said. “They are safer and more cost-effective means of surveillance - a worthy investment for our Armed Forces. The program must and will be competitively bid, however it is encouraging to note that Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst already possesses the critical infrastructure and level of expertise to receive the experimentation and demonstration missions for these programs, and our team of experts are extraordinarily suited for the job.”

Smith wrote both the Chairman and Ranking Member of the House Defense Subcommittee in April, asking for increased investment in UAS and Aerostat Collaborative Operations. “Through a greater investment in these programs, we will ultimately propel our warfighters into the future and advance readiness,” Smith wrote.

“UAS’ low cost and ability to travel over greater distances surveilling larger areas and communicating intelligence in real-time, ultimately provides

commanders improved battlefield situational awareness and time to coordinate and plan,” the letter stated.

Smith stressed that Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst “would be an ideal location for proof of concept experimentation/demonstration due to its easily accessible location, the availability of air space, and frequency spectrum.”

Smith also announced that Clayton Associates of Lakewood, has received a maximum $20 million contract from the Department of Defense for

storage equipment.

“I am pleased to announce that Clayton Associates, Inc. of Lakewood has been awarded a maximum-$20 million contract for its Vacu-Tote Storage boxes, an exciting development for a business headquartered right here in the Fourth District,” said Smith.

“Clayton has already supplied the U.S. troops deployed and stationed around the world, and it will once again be outfitting U.S. troops with this new contract,” Smith said.

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are durable, versatile, rustproof, and impermeable to most chemicals, gas, and oil, and will be utilized for many purposes including securing and transporting valuable military tools and gear for U.S. troops. They last for years, and best of all, they are manufactured in the U.S. and Clayton is headquartered right here in New Jersey.”

The contract, with the U.S. Army as the primary customer, is a maximum $20 million oneyear base Defense contract with four one-year option periods.

New Jersey Sues Family That Created OxyContin

TRENTON – Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal announced that the State has filed a lawsuit against eight members of Purdue Pharma’s founding Sackler family, alleging that their greed-driven opioid marketing and sales strategy fomented the opioid crisis that continues to claim lives in New Jersey and across the nation.

Filed in Superior Court in Essex County, the State’s complaint accuses the Sackler defendants of seeking to become unimaginably rich by deceptively promoting their company’s opioid pain medications as rarely addictive, seeking to flood the market with Purdue’s opioid pain products by encouraging risky prescribing practices, and by targeting vulnerable new patient populations such as the elderly.

Specifically, the complaint alleges that each Sackler defendant named in the lawsuit helped direct and took part in a widespread campaign to deceive doctors and other caregivers with prescribing authority about the risks and benefits of Purdue’s marquee opioid pain relief drug, OxyContin, as well as other dangerously addictive opioid pain medications made and sold by Purdue and prescription opioids generally.

“The Sackler family built a multi-billion-dollar drug empire based on addiction,”

said Attorney General Grewal.

“Despite knowing the harms that would result, the Sacklers drove Purdue to pursue deceitful sales campaigns for OxyContin and other highly addictive opioid painkillers, campaigns that were dutifully carried out by a small army of the company’s employees. Our communities are still reeling from the epidemic of addiction and overdose deaths caused by their misconduct.”

Sackler defendants named in today’s four-count lawsuit include former Purdue CEO and President Dr. Richard S. Sackler, who also served as Purdue’s head of research and development for nearly a decade; Jonathan D. Sackler; Dr. Kathe Sackler; Ilene Sackler Lefcourt; Mortimer D.A. Sackler; Beverly Sackler; Theresa Sackler; and David A. Sackler.

Each of the defendants sat on the Purdue Pharma Board of Directors for many years – including some who served for the better part of three decades – before leaving the Board in 2017 or 2018.

The State’s complaint lays out a callous plan by the Sacklers to use deception and misinformation to turn the medical community - and the public away from the prevailing view that opioids were so potent and potentially addictive that they should be prescribed sparingly.

The misinformation campaign worked, the complaint asserts, and the Sacklers managed through intensive marketing and high-pressure sales tactics to replace the old wisdom with a new mindset: that pain was an under-recognized and undertreated health care problem, and that opioids should be the first line of treatment for patients suffering from such chronic conditions as moderate back pain, migraine headaches and arthritis.

Purdue Pharma makes a variety of opioid pain medications including Butrans and Hysingla ER. However, the company’s most popular opioid pain medication by far has been OxyContin. Starting with the market debut of OxyContin in 1996, Purdue generated overall sales estimated at more than $35 billion.

The company’s current annual revenues are estimated at approximately $3 billion, mostly from the sale of OxyContin.

The lawsuit alleges that, under the Sackler defendants’ direction, Purdue aggressively and deceptively marketed its opioid drugs – particularly OxyContin – for the long-term treatment of chronic pain.

The suit also alleges that Purdue failed to disclose it had no studies to support most of its promotional claims – for example, that opioids were not

very addictive, that addiction risks were easily managed, opioids continued to be effective when used for treatment periods lasting many months and years, and that long-term opioid usage improved patients’ daily function and quality of life.

The State’s lawsuit includes three counts of violating the New Jersey Consumer Fraud Act and one count of violating the State’s False Claims Act. The complaint seeks mone-

tary damages for false claims, maximum statutory penalties under the Consumer Fraud Act and the False Claims Act, disgorgement of any ill-gotten gains, and other relief as contribution for the costly solutions – including addiction treatment and prescriber education – required to abate the opioid crisis in New Jersey.

According to the complaint, the State’s largest Medicaid managed care organization paid $109 million for opioids

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– much of it based on false claims caused by the defendants’ misconduct – through the Medicaid program between 2008 and 2017.

The State paid another $6 million under its Workers’ Compensation Program during the same time span, and approximately $136 million under its State Employee and Retiree Health Plans between 2012 and 2017. The bulk of those expenditures were for Purdue opioids, the complaint alleges.

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Explore Hong Kong and Taiwan via Documentary Screening at Jackson Library JACKSON – The Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Library will screen the “Hong Kong and Taiwan” episode of the travel docuseries “Globe Trekker” at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 13.

This screening is part of the branch’s “Armchair Traveling” series of programs, allowing you to explore the world without leaving the

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This film is available through the OCL database Access Video On Demand.

The branch is located at 2 Jackson Drive.

Registration is required for this free program.

To register, call the branch at 732-928-4400 or visit theoceancountylibrary.org/events.

Plumsted Library 20th Anniversary Celebration to Take Place June 15 PLUMSTED – The Plumsted Branch of the Ocean County Library will host its 20th anniversary celebration at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 15.

This all-ages celebration will feature special guests from the community, including a proclamation from the town.

There will also be activities and a visit from the Ocean County Library mascot, Sparks.

The branch is located at 119 Evergreen Road, New Egypt.

No registration is required for this free event. For more information, call the branch at 609-758-7888.

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JACKSON – The Jackson Township Spray Park is open for the summer season! The park is open Saturday’s and Sunday’s only from May 25-June 23, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. The park will be open seven days a week from June 23 to Labor day weekend.

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—Photo courtesy Plumsted Township PLUMSTED – On May 27, Plumsted Township held its annual Memorial Day Ceremony and parade. A good time was had by all.

—Photo courtesy Plumsted School District PLUMSTED – Mrs. Roth, Woehr Elementary School Teacher of the year, was honored during the 2019 Memorial Day parade.

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28th Annual Scholarship Golf Classic OCEAN COUNTY – On August 29, 2019, the Ocean County Mayor’s Association presents the 28th Annual Scholarship Golf Classic.

This event enables Ocean County mayors, corporations, and friends to renew and strengthen relationships vital to our Ocean County high schools and communities, and provides an opportunity to help students who need financial assistance. Proceeds from this golf outing fund the scholarship program. The golf outing over the past 27 years has awarded over $690,000 in scholarships.

The Ocean County Mayor’s Association awards 20 $1,000 scholarships to one high school senior from each Ocean County high school. Four additional $500 scholarships are awarded to students

attending Ocean County Vocational Technical schools. The association also awards $5,000 to the Trustees of the Ocean County College for a scholarship fund distributed to incoming OCC freshmen.

In addition, the William T. Hornidge Memorial Scholarship provides $1,000 to the person who achieved the highest academic record achieved during four years attending high school, the David M. Simmons Memorial Scholarship provides $1,000, the Russell K. Corby Scholarship, and Arthur P. Petracco memorial Scholarship provides $1,000 each to students entering various fields.

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For more information, contact April D. Elley, OCMA Administrator at 732-644-0657.

8th Annual Garden Party by the Sea BRANT BEACH – Please join us for our 8th Annual St. Francis Garden Party by the Sea, A Fashion Show, Wednesday, June 19, 2019; 3– 5:30 p.m. at Bonnet Island Estate located at 2400 East Bay Avenue, Manahawkin, NJ. Enjoy an afternoon filled with Fun, Food and Fashion! Enjoy small plate fare catered by Octopus’s Garden. Featuring fashions from The Island Shop, Patchingtons, Sink ‘R Swim, Sur la Plage and Wildflower. Also, take part in our

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Tickets for the Garden Party by the Sea are $50 per person. Tickets may be purchased at St. Francis Community Center’s Front Desk, 4700 Long Beach Blvd., Long Beach Township, NJ. Please call 609-494-8861 if you need further information.

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JACKSON – Our 17th annual Golf Outing will be held at Pine Barrens Golf Club for the 5th consecutive year on June 12, 7 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Golfers will be delighted by this pristine course and picturesque

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For more information contact Laura Cucci, Event Coordinator, at Lcucci@rmh-cnj.org or 732-222-8755.

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Goose:

Continued From Page 1 and that hopefully the geese are now safe.

She chose not to use her name because it has spread through social media enough, and that she doesn’t want her employer to be involved.

The building where she works overlooks a lake, which is home to a family of geese.

The incidents took place over the course of a week, starting May 13.

On Monday, she heard a commotion outside. By the time she got to the window, she saw a group of boys clapping, yelling, and charging at the geese. She didn’t report it because she didn’t see the entire interaction.

It’s possible that the boys were just walking by and the geese went after them. There were no adults and no vehicles.

On Tuesday, she heard the geese honking again. This time, she looked outside to see one of the boys hit a goose with a stick.

Again, there were no adults or vehicles around. She shouted to them but they didn’t hear.

She went out after work, after they left, and took a picture. She’s not supposed to use her phone at work so it wasn’t handy when the boys were there. These pictures of the geese inspecting the nest and broken eggs were forwarded to this newspaper.

On Wednesday, she saw them swinging a stick at the birds again. She shouted “I’m calling the police” out the window, and this time, they heard her. She did call the police after work, and they promised to do a driveby the next day.

On Thursday, there was no incident.

On Friday, the infamous picture was taken.

This was the only time that there was an adult with them, and a vehicle. “This time, they hit the goose so hard, they knocked it into the water,” she said.

She called police, but by the time they arrived, the kids were gone. Animal control accompanied them. They said the goose looked unhurt so they didn’t want to move the nest.

On Sunday, she met with an officer from the Division of Fish and Wildlife at the site and that’s when the nest was inspected.

This officer said the nest contained four healthy eggs, and one with a slight crack. It

was unclear how it got a crack, and couldn’t be confirmed that it was caused by human intervention.

She hasn’t seen any kids go to the site since.

The fact that the Fish and Wildlife officer’s investigation was inconclusive made some people speculate that the incident was a hoax, made to target the kids in the picture.

The photographer said that while there was one egg cracked, there’s no telling how many eggs there were before the kids came by.

Other people had very angry reactions – wanting to hurt the kids in the picture, which was not what she wanted to happen either.

“Everyone is out for blood, and I just want them to be safe,” she said. “I’m doing it because I’m an animal lover. The geese seem happy. I’ve named them Hope and Chance,” because she hopes that she has given them a chance at having a safe life.

She said all the social media speculation made her wonder if she did the right thing.

But “I saved a life – I saved two lives. If the eggs hatch, I saved however many babies.”

Lakewood Capt. Gregory Staffordsmith said an officer researched a mitzvah – a commandment – called shiluach haken, “sending of the nest.” Before this incident, the captain said he’d never heard of it, and the department had never received any calls about it in town.

“If you find a nest and want to take the eggs or young birds, you first need to send away the mother and only then may you take the eggs or the young birds for yourself. This is the mitzvah known as shiluach haken (“sending of the nest”),” according to Chabad.org. “Note that this is one of only two acts for which we are promised the reward ‘that it should be good for you, and you should lengthen your days.’”

Staffordsmith wouldn’t speculate if that’s what was happening in this situation, or if this was simply a mother and children who were attempting to feed geese and had to shoo them away because they became too aggressive. The investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Lakewood Police Sgt. Kenneth Burdge at 732-363-0200 or the Division of Fish and Wildlife at 609-292-2965.

-Jennifer Peacock contributed to this story

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Around The Jersey Shore Volunteers Needed For Paddle For The Edge 2019

Do you have a kayak, canoe, or standup paddleboard? The Bar negat Bay Par t nership is looking for paddling enthusiasts to help collect valuable data about the condition of shorelines along the Barnegat Bay. With many miles of shoreline, their scientists can’t do it alone – they need the help of volunteers like you!

First launched by the Barnegat Bay

Partnership in 2015, “Paddle for the Edge” has become an annual event.

So far, volunteers have collected more than 3,600 data points with their smartphones, while enjoying a great time out on the water. The data provides important information about the state of the bay’s marshes and will help guide future research and restoration projects.

This summer’s “Paddle for the Edge” event will take place f rom Ju ne 29 through July 21. Volunteer paddlers ca n spend ju st a few hou r s on t he water anytime during these dates to record some basic information for this shoreline study.

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Understanding Shoulder Replacement Surgery By: Kimberly Salvato, DPT

TOTAL SHOULDER REPLACEMENT (TSA):

The total shoulder arthroplasty (TSA) was first performed in the United States in the 1950’s. Now, the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality states 53,000 people in the U.S. have shoulders replaced each year. The goal is to decrease pain, while increasing mobility, strength, and function.

fractures. The most common cause is advanced osteoarthritis meaning the joint’s smooth cartilage lining has deteriorated. Surgery is considered when conservative treatments (rehabilitation, injection, medication) have failed.

IS THIS RIGHT FOR YOU?

This decision should be made between you, your family, and your orthopedic surgeon.

If conservative treatment did not relieve symptoms, then TSA can be a great option to help increase your independence, and regain your quality of life.

TSA: TOTAL V. REVERSE

SHOULDER ANATOMY

The shoulder is composed of three bones: the humerus (upper arm), scapula (shoulder blade), and clavicle (collar bone).

Like a ball and socket joint, the head of the humerus (the ball) fits into the socket of the scapula (glenoid cavity). Next is the rotator cuff, made up of four muscles which hold the head of the humerus into the glenoid cavity.

CAUSES:

Causes for a TSA include rheumatoid arthritis, disease of the rotator cuff, osteonecrosis, and humeral head

AFTER SURGERY

Post-operative Physical therapy has a large success rate though results can vary.

Restricted use of their hand, and wrist begins soon after, and their elbow and shoulder in approximately six weeks.

Unrestricted use may begin as early as eight weeks.

It is important to realize pain typically lasts until 6-12 months. After one year, 95% of patients enjoy pain-free function!

• Total: Replaces the damaged joint with prosthetics.

KIMBERLY SALVATO, DPT Typically, the head Kimberly Salvato received her of the humerus, and Bachelors of Science in Biology and the glenoid cavity minor in Behavioral Neuroscience at the Richard Stockton College of are both replaced. A New Jersey in 2012. Following the metal ball and stem completion of her undergraduate replace damaged degree, Kimberly attended humeral head. The graduate school at the University glenoid cavity is replaced with a smooth of the Sciences in Philadelphia and received her plastic surface.

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PLUMSTED - Residents of the township honored those who made the ultimate sacrifice in protecting America and preserving the nation’s freedom during this year’s annual Memorial Day Parade and the service that followed.

Lining up along Main Street and North Main Street, residents draped in red, white and blue watched the parade which kicked off at 1 p.m. on Memorial Day. Marchers, vintage cars, bands, re-enactment groups and several floats moved from North Main Street at Bright Road and continued along Main Street and Jacobstown Road to Meadowbrook Lane where members of the New Egypt American Legion Post 455 McKaig-Test-Mullen held a Memorial Day ceremony.

For Angie Toman who lives along North Main Street, and members of her family, it is a tradition to break out the lawn chairs, wear patriotic attire and cheer on the marchers.

“Our church has a float in the parade, Bible Baptist Church, so we are cheering them on.

It is wonderful to have a nice small town parade,” Toman said.

Mid Jersey Region Antique Automobile Club of America was well represented with various vehicles in the parade.

Fire trucks, ambulances and police vehicles from the township and beyond were also part of the event.

Boy and Girl Scouts turned out in abundance along with their adult leaders and members of the Breezy Meadow Equestrian Centre rode in on horseback toward the end of the parade.

Mayor Jack Trotta, Deputy Mayor Erik Sorchik and Committeeman Leonard Grilletto handed out small American flags during the parade and attended the Memorial Day ceremony.

Grilletto, quoting from President Ronald Reagan, said those who died in the line of service “were from big cities and small communities like this. You wonder who are these men and women. They are ordinary people, butchers, accountants, mechanics but they knew they needed to defend freedom and the cost of freedom is not cheap.”

Trotta noted that the official date of Memorial Day is May 30 but due to an act of Congress in 1971, it is observed on the last Monday of the month. “With this change of observance, it seems to have become another three-day weekend or the start of the summer or a reason for retailers to have a sale.

Sadly, they seem to have forgotten the real reason of Memorial Day. I’d like to thank the American Legion for once again hosting this ceremony which honors their fallen brothers and sisters.”

The keynote speaker of the day was U.S. Coast Guard Cmdr. Raymond Negron, who last year assumed command of the U.S. Coast Guard Atlantic Strike Team on Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst.

“We remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for this nation along with law enforcement officers who never came home to their families and friends. Today we have the unique opportunity to honor the lives given to protect us and the freedoms who hold so dearly.”

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H ere ’ s T o Y our H ealth •

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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.

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

Surprise, Surprise…

Eggs Reduce Risk Of Stroke

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

For years, folks have been afraid of eggs, and how they are “bad” for cholesterol and LDL. Long gone are the days where people drank them raw like Sylvester Stallone did in Rocky… and no I don’t recommend you do that! Rocky did that to build muscle mass, but so you know, the practice of eating raw eggs is about 120 years old. Today, some body builders use the liquid egg whites, to avoid salmonella contamination.

Today’s focus is on eggs and whether or not they raise risk of heart disease or stroke. The rationale is that eggs are high in cholesterol, and hypercholesterolemia increases stroke. So let’s explore that today, and see what the research claims.

One hard-boiled egg contains 187 milligrams (mg) of cholesterol. One scrambled eggs has about 169 mg natural cholesterol.

Data accumulated from epidemiological studies suggests an inverse relationship… meaning the more eggs you eat the higher your risk for stroke. However, the evidence of the relationship is quite limited, and has not deterred me from eating them. Millions of people have however, are running scared from the egg.

There is brand new research out, and it was just published in the May 16, 2019 issue of The Journal of the American College of Nutrition. The aim of the study was to determine the association of eggs (and cholesterol intake) with risk of stroke. It was conducted in 1,950 middle-aged men from Finland. Neither

egg consumption, nor cholesterol intake was associated with stroke incidence.

The gene that inf luences cholesterol metabolism (ApoE4) was accounted for.

The lack of an association between eggs and stroke is great news for egg lovers!

There was a Meta-analysis published in 2016, in the Journal of the American College of Nutrition. Scientists poured through seven different studies and compiled the statistics. Their findings while not a surprise to me, actually came as a shock to others. Let me just quote right out of the STUDY so you can interpret it as you wish: Based on the results of this meta-analysis, consumption of up to one egg daily may contribute to a decreased risk of total stroke, and daily egg intake does not appear to be associated with risk of CHD. In other words, the data reveals that eggs might lower risk of stroke, not raise them like everyone is telling you! I’m 54 at the time of this writing and so I can hear Sergeant Gomer Pyle in my head saying “Surprise, surprise!”

What’s so important here, and one of the messages that I am trying to give you is to stop worrying so much about food. I think there is so much mental chatter going on in the heads of Americans. Eat this, and not that, this here is bad for you, bread might kill you, there’s caffeine in this, gluten in that, lactose in this and sugar in that!

Just enjoy real food, eat wisely, avoid all chemicals and refined foods… and unless you are vegan, go ahead and eat the eggs!

(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) ©2019 SUZY COHEN, RPH. DISTRIBUTED BY DEAR PHARMACIST, INC.

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OCC Foundation To Hold Annual Scholarship Celebration June 14

TOMS RIVER — The Ocean County College Foundation will hold its 2019 Scholarship Celebration on Friday, June 14, at 6:00 pm on the College’s Main Campus in Toms River. Scholarship Celebration proceeds benefit the mission of the OCC Foundation, a private non-profit organization celebrating more than 50 years of outstanding service. The Foundation is dedicated to the growth and development of

the College through scholarships, endowments, and capital and special projects.

Gale Wayman will be honored as Humanitarian of the Year and the H. Hovnanian Foundation will be recognized as Distinguished Organization of the Year.

An endowment from philanthropist and entrepreneur Gale Wayman will establish the Gale Glendinning Wayman Fund in support of

women’s education at OCC through offerings such as travel experiences, research projects, and conference attendance.

Wayman received a master’s degree in International Politics and Security Studies from the University of Bradford in England, where she completed her dissertation on “The Importance of Female Education to the Development of a Civil Society.” This led Wayman to devote

her energies to help educate women globally.

Wayman is a longtime member of the OCC Foundation Board, assisting in the establishment of the College’s 100 Women mentoring and scholarship program, the Advisory Board of Women in Leadership and Learning at The College of New Jersey, the Ocean County Board of Displaced Homemakers Service, the Toms River Rotary Club, the Northern Ocean County American Association of University Women, and Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Ocean County.

Recognizing the transformational impact of leadership development, mentorship, travel, and participation in curricular and co-curricular offerings, Wayman has made significant investments in the education of women. It is her intention that the Fund will continue her commitment to this endeavor.

The H. Hovnanian Foundation has contributed to numerous special projects, supporting health care and education around the world. Last year, the Hirair and Anna Hovnanian Foundation gifted $3.75 million to the OCC Foundation for the naming of the new Health Sciences building, establishing scholarships for nursing and the health sciences while paving the way for new programming and exciting future opportunities here at OCC. The 47,000-squarefoot H. Hovnanian Health Sciences Building was dedicated in June 2018 and will ultimately serve as many as 600 to 800 students per day.

Hirair Hovnanian, President and Founder of Hovsons, Inc., is a founding benefactor of the Armenian Assembly of America. Since his arrival to the U.S. on a freighter in 1951, Hovnanian has built one of the most successful privately held land and housing development companies in the country. In recent years he has dedicated his time and efforts to the betterment of society and to the Armenian-American community.

Anna Hovnanian, born Anna Hamparian, passed away last year. She was an artist who hoped to encourage and develop the artistic talent and higher education of Armenian youth.

Event Chairs: Noelle Carino, OCC Foundation Board Chair, and Kenneth J. Malagiere, OCC Foundation Executive Director Tickets: $200 per person.

For information on how to purchase tickets, become a sponsor, or donate an auction item for the 2019 Scholarship Celebration, call the Ocean County College Foundation at 732-2550492 or visit ocean.edu.

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Inside The Law CALL TO ACTION! TIME IS RUNNING OUT. S-2432/A-5371 Permits recovery of uncompensated medical expenses in civil action that result from motor vehicle accidents This Bill (S-2432/A-5371) is now Governor Murphy’s desk for his consideration. We urge you to call Governor Murphy NOW and tell him to sign this Bill.

(609) 292-6000.

The New Jersey Association for Justice and R.C. Shea & Associates strongly support S-2432/A-5371, which will allow victims of motor vehicle accidents to seek payment for medical expenses that may exceed insurance coverage they have under Personal Injury Protection coverage (PIP).

This bill is needed in light of the New Jersey Supreme Court decision in Haines v. Taft, which limits payments for medical care to the insured’s PIP limits with no regard to the actual extent of the injuries sustained and the cost of treatment and care. In many cases, and especially for those lower-income individuals who followed the law and shopped for an insurance policy they could afford, that PIP limit is as little as $15,000.

This decision discriminates against those in New Jersey who do not have the financial resources to buy high levels

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of insurance or PIP coverage.

As Justice Barry T. Albin said in his dissenting opinion in the case, the decision “will have a catastrophic impact on the right of low-income automobile accident victims to recover their medical costs from the wrongdoers who cause their injuries. The decision leaves innocent automobile accident victims without the legal right to sue negligent and reckless drivers for recovery of their unpaid medical bills – medical bills that will bankrupt some and financially crush others.”

The majority decision in Haines invited the Legislature to step in and correct this unjust situation and S-2432/A-5371 does precisely that. This bill would clarify that the Legislative intent is that a victim injured in an auto accident should not be left with crushing medical bills and no legal recourse against the tortfeasor.

The public policy of the state of New Jersey simply cannot be that consumers risk potential bankruptcy or financially devastating medical bills in exchange for lower premiums.

Injured auto accident victims should not be left to pay for the medical care necessitated by the negligent actions of those who have injured them.

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BUSINESS PROFILE DeGRAFF FUNERAL HOME Compassionate • Respectful • Flexible

DeGraff Lakehurst Funeral Home, Inc. 119 Union Avenue, Lakehurst, N.J. 08733 732-657-7868 Sherry T. DeGraff, Mgr. N.J. No. 3921 degrafffuneralhome@msn.com

DeGraff Lakehurst Funeral Home is family owned and operated. Founded

by Donald & Wanda DeGraff in 1979 in historic downtown Lakehurst. The building itself has a funeral history dating back to the early 1900’s. “Our father was the type of person who was so very compassionate and caring,” said Sherry DeGraff, Manager. “He was an entrepreneur, involved in a number of businesses, but his love was always for the funeral industry.”

DeGraff’s mother Wanda is still alive and “still our boss, even if she won’t admit it,” said DeGraff, and her father, Donald passed away in 2004.

Growing up with the funeral business surrounding her, DeGraff said she learned from an early age how to treat customers in their time of need. “You handle people in the same way you would want your own family handled, “said DeGraff. “You have to be a good listener, have a lot of compassion and be very flexible.

While the core values – compassion, respect and flexibility – have not changed for the DeGraff family, the trends in the funeral business have.

Years back, cremations were rare and some religious affiliations did not hold them in high favor. In 1990 the DeGraff family saw the future trends were leaning toward cremation, as a result, their daughter Sherry opened DeGraff Cremation Service offering a wide variety of cremation service options. The move towards more cremation represents the largest shift in the funeral industry. In fact, many consumers believe the cremation

itself is performed at the individual funeral home or cremation service they hired. This is not correct.

Crematories are owned by cemeteries. Most people are surprised when they hear that. Many people are unaware that cremation must be authorized by a spouse or blood kin under New Jersey State Law. This can cause undue stress for people who do not have a spouse or family.

In 2004, New Jersey law provides for the des- DeGraff Lakehurst Funeral Home has been family-owned and operated at 119 Union Avenue, ignation of an individual Lakehurst since 1979. Visit www.degrafffuneralhome.com or call 732-657-7868. to control the funeral or cremation of another person regard- services themselves have evolved decisions have been made, sparing less of whether the named person is over the years. While the typical uncertainty and confusion at a time related by marriage or blood. People viewing, church service and burial when emotional stress may make in relationships involving unmarried schedule is still largely followed by decisions difficult. Although pre-arco-habitants, or just close personal many, other families choose what is ranging might sound morbid, it isn’t. friends may find this provision benefi- known as “celebration of life” to re- It is part of sensible estate planning. cial. This designated person is called focus mourning one’s death towards Upon your passing, the truth is that a “Funeral Representative” and must celebrating one’s full life and its im- most people don’t have any idea how be named as such in a will. With this pact on others. Especially in troubled to get started, what they should know designation, they can bypass any economic times, the cost factor of a or who they can turn to. Pre-planning blood kin and can authorize crema- funeral is a concern for many families. your funeral can significantly minimize tion and control the funeral. Choosing Cremation and traditional funeral ser- the many stresses and pressures that cremation for final disposition in lieu vices are often comparable in price, accompany the grieving process of of traditional burial does not change through numerous options such as losing a loved one. A properly strucservice options for a family. In addition viewings, final disposition and other tured preplan can not only ensure that to cremation, the services can still in- factors that can increase or reduce your loved ones know what to do, but clude a traditional viewing, memorial the overall cost of a funeral. DeGraff can also make sure your bequests are service at the funeral home or church said, “Our prices are very affordable efficiently implemented. By reducing or graveside services when or if the because we’re still an old-fashioned many of the obvious family pressures, cremains are placed in a cemetery. funeral home.” DeGraff Lakehurst this provides some extra time for them Additionally, said DeGraff, the funeral Funeral Home offer pre-arrangement to work through some of the other services. Although nobody likes to struggles such as dealing with grief think or talk about dying, it is one of the and loss, notifying your loved ones, facts of life we all must eventually face. designing your obituary, writing a The sad truth is, thousands of people eulogy and creating the best possible die (whether expected or unexpect- way to celebrate and memorialize edly) each year without the proper your life. “I think the personalization end- of-life plan in place. Making of a funeral is important,” said Defuneral arrangements at the time of Graff. “We’re willing to work with just loss is extremely difficult for those about anything that a family wants left behind. Pre-arranging ensures to do, even if they think it might be that your family and funeral director away from tradition. We can make it know exactly what kind of funeral you happen.” want. Families tend to take comfort at DeGraff Lakehurst Funeral Home is the time of death, simply from know- located at 119 Union Avenue, Lakeing their loved one’s funeral reflects hurst. If you would like more informatheir wishes. When the funeral and tion, please call our dedicated staff sometimes even payment, have been at 732-657-7868 or you may visit our arranged in advance, most of the website at degrafffuneralhome.com

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of june 8 - june 14

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): A pop in your popularity might take you by surprise. Your activities are likely to receive widespread notice, so be sure to do your very best. Don’t ignore any opportunities that appear in the upcoming week.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Romance, passion and affection could seem to be a major motivating force in your life for the next several days. If you share your original ideas in the week ahead you could earn some applause for your brilliance.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): It might take longer than usual to learn a new technique but when you do, you will understand it thoroughly.

In the upcoming week your attention may shift from bouncing ideas around to learning to know your partner or mate better.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Being sharp is great, but you must also use the right tool in the right way. You can’t snip roses with an axe or chop wood with clippers. In the week ahead use your skills appropriately for the best results.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You can relax without pressure and reassess what constitutes true happiness. Or you can put on your thinking cap and start something worthwhile while the vision is fresh. Make wise decisions in the week ahead.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You may feel too awkward to say what you mean, but later this week you should have a comfortable opportunity to voice your opinions clearly and completely. Don’t feel unloved if you are briefly put on the sidelines.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): As this week unfolds you may need to push back against the influence of people who challenge you to increase your spending habits. Use the utmost discretion with purchases and temper impulsiveness with good business sense.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You could be spellbound by a new person or interest in the week ahead. Be alert for red flags in case all isn’t what it first seems to be. Focus on making wise and informed financial decisions with no strings attached.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): In the week ahead, you may focus on the things that spark joy. You won’t mind working for a living since you can find ways to make your job rewarding on many levels. Gather inventive ideas.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You are aware that some people get a thrill from gaming the system. In the week ahead you will be able to maintain boundaries and elude any players who want to use you to fulfill their own agendas.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Someone else may receive the recognition while you do all the work. It might be wise to find a good opening in the upcoming week to mention your accomplishments and talents so that you get your fair share.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Be patient if it takes more time to reach a solution or a conclusion. Some people are too polite or not willing to be straightforward so you may need to act on faith. In the upcoming week you must trust your intuitions.

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By Wolfgang Puck SPICY MIXED FRUIT CHUTNEY Makes about 4 cups (1 L) 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 medium red bell pepper, cored, seeded, and cut into 1/8-inch (3-mm) dice 1 jalapeno chile, cored, seeded, and cut into 1/8 inch (3-mm) dice 1 large red onion, cut into 1/8-inch (3-mm) dice 1/4 cup (60 mL) plus 2 teaspoons packed brown sugar 1 tablespoon finely diced, 1/8 inch (3 mm), fresh ginger 1 large garlic clove, cut into 1/8-inch (3 mm) dice 1/2 cup (125 mL) dried currants 1/4 teaspoon mustard powder 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 3/4 cup (185 ml) Champagne vinegar 1 pound (500 g) apples (about 2 medium), peeled, cored, and cut into 1/8-inch (3-mm) dice 1 pound (500 g) mangos (about 2 medium to large), peeled, fruit sliced from the pit and cut into 1/8-inch (3-mm) dice; or peeled and diced nectarines, peaches, or other stone fruit in season

1/2 pound (250 g) pears (about 1 large pear), peeled, cored, and cut into 1/8-inch dice In a large stainless-steel or enamel saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Stir in the red pepper, jalapeno, onion, 2 teaspoons of the brown sugar, the ginger and the garlic. Saute, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables have softened, 6 to 8 minutes.

Stir in the currants, remaining brown sugar, mustard, cayenne, turmeric, salt and vinegar.

Continue cooking for 10 minutes longer, stirring occasionally.

Stir in the apples and cook for 2 minutes. Stir in the mangos or stone fruit and the pear. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until all the fruit is tender, 5 to 7 minutes longer.

Scoop up a small spoonful of the chutney mixture and taste it. If necessary, stir in a little more salt or sugar, the smallest pinches of any of the other spices, or a splash more of vinegar to adjust the balance of flavors to your liking.

Remove the pan from the stove, and leave the chutney to cool to room temperature. Then transfer it to one or two nonreactive containers, cover and refrigerate until needed. Serve with grilled or roasted meat, poultry or seafood. The chutney will keep in the refrigerator for up to three weeks.

(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.

Dear Joel

By Joel Markel

A Hairy Recommendation Dear Joel, My friend got a new hairstyle and I think it’s awful. It’s the kind of cut you’d see on a teen pop star, complete with colored stripes. She thinks it looks great and is raving about her stylist, but I’d like to persuade her to try my stylist who could give her a look that’s more age appropriate. How do I go about getting her to try my stylist? Do you think I should try a gift card to my salon?

Judy, Brick Dear Hairy, You made me chuckle. Just last night I was looking at some old magazines, remarking at how funny some of the hairdos were. And that’s just not the ladies either. I remember when all the men were getting curly perms. Your friend’s new do is a touchy topic, because she is so

enamored with her new look, but I think your idea is a good one. You and you friend might plan a day of beauty together with your stylist. Just let your stylist play with hair and ask if she’s been thinking about changing it.

You’ll see if she’s willing to try a new look. I asked my wife about this one and the always wise Mrs. reminded me that hairstyles change all the time. Maybe if you give it a couple months, she might be over looking like the latest pop princess and more like the lady of the house.

Write to joel@preferredcares.com.

His radio show, “Preferred Company” airs on Monday through Friday from 8 to 10 a.m. on preferredradio. com and 1160 & 1310 WOBM-AM

If you or anyone else is in need of home health care, call Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services, Inc. at 732-840-5566. “Home Health Care with Feeling.” Joel Markel is President of Preferred Home Health Care and Nursing Services Inc. serving NJ, PA, DEL in adult and pediatric home health care.

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