2019-07-13 - The Brick Times

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Estimated 18,000 People At First Summerfest

Town Argues Against Asphalt Plant Proposal

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Dr. Izzy’s Sound News Page 16.

Dear Pharmacist Page 17.

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Fun Page Page 24.

Horoscope Page 27.

Wolfgang Page 27.

—Photos by Judy Smestad-Nunn (Top Left) People in boats had a front row seat to the fireworks show. (Top Right) The lead singer of the band Jessie’s Girl is dressed as David Lee Roth performing Van Halen’s “Jump.” (Bottom) There was a record-breaking crowd, where police scanned concertgoers for outside alcohol and weapons.

By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK - A crowd estimated at 18,000 attended the season’s first Summerfest concert at Windward Beach Park on July 4, which featured the popular 80s group “Jessie’s Girl,” followed by an extend-

ed fireworks display.

“It was the biggest crowd, ever,” said Director of Recreation Dan Santaniello. “At 8 p.m. there were around 15,0 0 0, and people were still coming in,” he said the next day. He said they can judge the

size of the crowd from a Brick Police drone that can scan the grounds surrounding the stage to see how much grass is exposed.

This is the second year the Summerfest concerts are being held every Thursday in July,

and this year marks the 25th anniversary of the concert series.

The Brick Police Marine Unit estimated that there were 500 boats anchored near the park on the river, who could hear the music and view (Summer - See Page 4)

By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK - Stavola Industries, which operates an asphalt plant on Chambers Bridge Road near a Garden State Parkway overpass, has submitted an application to the township Board of Adjustment to expand its asphalt manufacturing operations there.

The Brick Township Municipal Utilities Authority (BTMUA) has objected to the application because of the plant’s proximity to the Metedeconk River and to the water intake of their water treatment plant, located less than a half mile away.

This is the second time Stavola Industries has filed an application before the Board of Adjustment. In 2004, the asphalt plant applied for variances to demolish most of the existing structures on the plant site and replace them with more modern facilities capable of producing asphalt at twice the current rate.

According to legal documents obtained from the Superior Court of New Jersey Appellate Division, Stavola also sought to add four 50.5-foot silos for storing up to 600 tons of (Asphalt - See Page 5)

Small Businesses Weigh Impact Of Minimum Wage Increase

dangerous turnarounds.

“This new configuration provides safer and easier access to motorists who are using the shopping centers on Hooper Avenue, south of Indian Hill Road,” said Ocean County Freeholder John P. Kelly, Director of Law and Public Safety.

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – A law increasing minimum wages went into effect July 1, and will top out at $15 an hour for most wage earners in 2024.

Several local businesses said they’ll be able to shoulder the additional cost, but mostly because they don’t have too many employees.

Frank Kenny from Ken’s Hardware in Toms River has been a family-run business since his father opened up shop 42 years ago.

“We’ve always paid our employees more than minimum wage because we want to keep them

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New Hooper Light By Target Operational

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – Drivers will now be able to make left turns out of the busy parking lots where Target and Michael’s are on Hooper Avenue.

This project, which has been in the works for some time, will allow people quicker egress without having to make jughandles or making

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Continued From Page 1 overhead fireworks that were launched from the beach there after the concert ended.

“Everyone’s been perfect,” said Brick Patrolman Michael Zolezi, who was one of the officers stationed at the entrance to the park. “The crowd is excited for the holiday.”

The police were checking concert-goers for outside alcohol and weapons, he said.

“Given the way things are today, we want to make sure that everyone inside is safe,” said Officer Zolezi. “All of our command staff are here today trying to help keep a hold on things.”

The Ocean County Sheriff’s Department assisted with security and could be seen guarding a back entrance to the park from an SUV. Two fire trucks, manned by Brick volunteer firefighters, were stationed nearby, and the Police EMT had set up a small triage center onsite. Santaniello said they were only needed to assist a girl who had been stung by a bee.

Donna Petersen, who was born and raised in Brick, was in the crowd enjoying the music with a group of family and friends.

“We are having a great time,” she said.

“These kinds of things are rare. Everybody around us is friendly. Everybody loves 80s music, especially Jersey people - it’s part of our culture. Our kids know the music because of us, so it’s a bonding experience,” Petersen said. “We’ve passed the music down to them.”

“Jessie’s Girl” first performed at Summerfest in 2018, and they’re known for creating a party atmosphere by dressing up as characters from that decade, including Bon Jovi, Michael Jackson, David Lee Roth, Madonna and others.

Out on the river, Jeannette Armbruster came from her waterfront home in Brick to watch the fireworks by sailboat with her husband, Bill, plus family members and friends.

“We’ve seen other fireworks from the boat, but this was our first time seeing the Summerfest fireworks from the water,” she said.

“We were running late, so we were at the edge of the pack of boats, which enhanced it,” Armbruster said. “The fireworks were great. Seeing them reflected in the water and in the crowd of boats with all of those lights really added to it.”

Boaters could hear a simulcast of the concert on radio station 87.9.

The three remaining SummerFest Concerts include Brian Kirk and the Jirks on July 11, Boathouse Row on July 18 and Garden State Radio on July 25.

A free shuttle bus service is available, which start their continuous runs at 5:30 p.m. to Windward Beach Park. The buses leave from Veterans Memorial Middle School, Drum Point Elementary School, Brick High School, and Midstreams Elementary School.

“Use the buses,” Santaniello said. “You’ll be out and home in less than 30 minutes.”

He said that by 8 a.m. the next morning the grounds were completely cleared.

“Thanks to my staff and the Parks Department, you would never know there had even been a concert,” Santaniello said.

6th Annual Rock the Farm Festival SEASIDE HEIGHTS – The 6th Annual Rock the Farm Festival returns to Seaside Heights on September 28, 2019. This family friendly event features incredible music all day long, fo o d t r u ck s , b e e r & w i ne g a r d e n , KidZone, and so much more. This day will feat u re the world’s top t r ibute bands covering a variety of everyone’s favorite music.

Cost is $25 in advance, $35 at the gate, or $150 for VIP Access. Kids 10 and under are free!

Rock The Farm Festival is a benefit and 100 percent of the proceeds go directly to CFC Loud N Clear Foundation. CFC provides free services to over 12,500 families battling addiction in the State of New Jersey.

More information on the Foundation can be found at healingus.org.

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Asphalt:

Continued From Page 1 asphalt and to implement asphalt recycling capabilities.

The first application went before the Superior Court after the application was denied by the Brick Township Board of Adjustment for multiple reasons, including the possibility of contaminants entering the Metedeconk River and the air.

The Superior Court upheld the Board’s decision, finding “sufficient evidence to support the Board’s determination” and the “heightened degree of concern” regarding the drinking water supply in the nearby Metedeconk River.

“Based on our review by experts, the issues and concerns [in the new application] are concerning and are still valid,” said BTMUA Executive Director Chris A. Theodos in a recent phone interview.

“Our consultants have evaluated the application and we have serious concerns about the potential impacts to the quality of the water, that we believe are significant,” he said.

A BTMUA press release states that any release of pollutants into the air or ground at the asphalt plant site would likely find their way into the Metedeconk River by either directly entering the river or entering the groundwater which makes up most of the river f low.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency found that carcinogens and Hazardous Air Pollutants (HAPs) are

The Brick Times, July 13, 2019, Page 5 known to exist in emissions from asphalt plants, said the press release.

Also, any f loods, fires or explosions at the plant could render the river unusable for drinking water supply for extended periods, it said.

Stavola has operated the plant since 2001 where there is a two-and-onehalf-ton hot mix “batch” asphalt plant capable of producing a 2.5-ton batch of asphalt each minute, or 150 tons per hour.

There is also stockpiles of stone and sand onsite, a 15,000-gallon horizontal liquid oil storage tank, a 10,000 gallon fuel storage tank and some structures.

The plant is located in an R-R-1 Rural Residential zone, which does not allow asphalt production facilities. Stavola was “grandfathered in” because it was built prior to the establishment of the zoning ordinance.

BTMUA Vice Chairman Thomas Curtis called a review of Stavola Industries compliance histor y on the NJ DEP’s Open Public Records Act “concerning.”

The website shows numerous environmental compliance violations at its various asphalt plant facilities, including the Brick plant, due to inadequate operations and maintenance of systems and failure to comply with permits.

Stavola Industries, Inc. did not respond to several requests for comment.

There is not yet a date planned for Stavola’s application before the Board of Adjustment, an official said.

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Continued From Page 1 here,” he said. “This $15 minimum wage is not going to affect me.”

At the time of the interview, the store had eight full time workers and four part time, not including Kenny and his brother. He said he wasn’t concer ned about employees leavi ng for bet ter paying jobs, because there are some that have been here a long time.

The owner of Perfect Swing Golf in Toms River, Mike Hovance, said he is only unaffected by it as he has a ver y small nu mber of employees. A few years ago, when they were located in Lakewood, they had a driving range with nine employees. Many of them we r e p e n sio ne r s w it h d id n’t m i nd mak ing $8-10 an hou r. If he would have had to pay them almost t wice as much, it would have crippled the business.

“We were at the highest end of what we could charge our customers anyway,” he said. “I could n’t raise the pr ices any more. People would stop coming.”

Further, it wouldn’t have helped his workers that much. There are a lot of retirees working in the golf industr y.

Those retirees just enjoyed coming out to the range, talking shop, and getting perks of working for a range.

“I understand people needing more money, but then you are charging more for goods and services,” he said.

The minimum wage increase is “long overdue,” said Ed Iannone, owner of Steve’s Comic Relief in Toms River.

However, “it’s just going to put a lot of stress on mom and pop shops that employ part-time seasonal help. The f irst several years, I will be able to absorb without any issues. Going into the third, fou r th and f if th years, I, like most other people r unning small operations, will more than likely will cut back on part time help.”

The hourly pay is only one piece of the puzzle, he said. There’s another side of it that the state is not talking about, and that’s the ancillar y costs that this will bring. Worker’s comp is tied to payroll, so that will increase accordingly.

“I’ll also be paying toward Social Security because as an employer I’m pick i ng up 50 percent of employee Social Security,” he said.

Five years down the road, he expects to see part time work vanish because small businesses can’t bring in enough prof it to afford to pay them.

Aliza r N. Zorojew, the execut ive director of the Downtown Toms River Business Improvement District, said he can see both sides of the issue. On one hand, people deser ve a livable wage. On the other hand, it’s another challenge for small businesses.

“Private businesses could be more likely to automate or to ask more of employees,” he predicted.

He expects that – even without the legislation - the market would trend t owa rd p ay i ng e m ploye e s mor e t o attract and retain better workers. If it had happened naturally it would have gone more smoothly.

Fortunately, the seasonal employees are on a different pay scale, said Lori Pepenella, Chief Executive Off icer of the Souther n Ocean County Chamber of Com me rce. Ma ny bu si nesses i n this region rely on seasonal help. The chamber had advocated for a gentler phase in for seasonal employees.

“It g ive s u s more t i me b efore it act u ally h it s,” she said. W h ile t he businesses understand the reasoning behind the increase, the chamber has been assisting them in preparing themselves for the increased costs.

“When you’re not having a full time staff, you’re retraining ever y year,” she said. So, the build-up in pay will keep trained employees coming back.

What Will The Increases Look Like?

The language of the bill is as follows: “T he bill prov ides t hat, except for certain workers specif ied by the bill, the general minimum wage rate will be increased to $10 per hour on July 1, 2019, to $11 per hour on Januar y 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 i ncreased each yea r f rom 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 m i n i mu m wage rate as the general minimum wage rate in 2028.”

Far m laborers would have yet another rate: “the rate will be increased to $10.30 on Januar y 1, 2020, $10.90 on Januar y 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 com missioner and the Secretar y of Ag r icult u re would evaluate to see if more increases are war ranted.

For workers who are tipped, employers will receive credit for tips against the hou rly m i n i mu m wage rate the employer pays, as follows: “from Januar y 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 du r i ng 2024 and subsequent years, $9.87.”

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Congressman Kim Hears From Ocean County Seniors On Prescription Drugs, Medicare From The Desk Of

Congressman Andy Kim WASHINGTON, D.C. Congressman Andy Kim (D-3rd) heard from seniors in Ocean County at a roundtable discussion held in Toms River on issues ranging from the rising cost of prescriptions drugs to the

need to protect Medicare. “ New Jersey sen iors shouldn’t have to decide between putting food on the table or paying for their prescription drugs,” said Congressman Kim. “I want my colleagues in Congress

to listen to what I heard today; frustration about the rising cost of lifesaving drugs and threats to essential health care. I’m going back to Washington to remind Congress that we need to take action now to make prescription drugs more affordable.”

This week marks the 53rd anniversary of the implementation of Medicare. New Jersey’s Third Congressional District, comprised of Ocean and Burlington Counties, is home to more

than 235,000 senior citizens eligible for Medicare and Medicare Advantage.

“Medicare is one of the most important and impactful programs for our seniors, and it needs to be protected,” said Congressman Kim. “With nearly a third of New Jersey residents in Burlington and Ocean Counties eligible, this is a program we must all be committed to preserving for future generations.”

C ong r e s sm a n K i m’s roundtable comes following

recent reports that prescription drug prices have risen by 10.5 percent over the past six months, five times the rate of inflation. Those reports show that more than 3,400 drugs have increased in price, with 41 drugs more than doubling in price over the same period of time.

“The rising costs of prescription drugs places a financial burden with seniors like me in Ocean County,” said Debra Levinson, a senior from Ocean County. “It is important that Congress

takes actions to protect seniors like myself from rising costs and to protect Medicare for.”

Congressman Kim has called for Medicare to have the ability to negotiate prescription drug costs for seniors, an ability currently utilized by the Department of Veterans Affairs to lower the price of drugs. He is currently a co-sponsor of the Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Act and the Medicare Negotiation and Competitive Licensing Act.

Booker Calls For Judiciary Committee Hearing On ICE Abuses WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ), a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, called on Judiciary Committee Chairman Lindsey Graham (R-SC) to hold an oversight hearing on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), in the wake of “egregious and appalling abuses” revealed in recent news reports.

“I am writing to you to

request that the Senate Judiciary Committee hold an oversight hearing over U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to provide Committee members an opportunity to question the agency about egregious and appalling abuses detailed in recent news reports,” Booker said in a letter sent to Chairman Graham. “Among many abuses, these reports outlined

the agency’s widespread use of solitary confinement for immigrants in the civil immigration detention system (a form of torture), as well as the grossly unsanitary conditions at detention facilities.”

“It’s becoming increasingly clear that ICE has become nothing more than a lethal weapon in the Trump Administration’s war on immigrants and communities of color, and

we cannot be silent,” Booker added.

Booker blasted the agency for its reported use of solitary confinement without justification and pointed out that the world community considers such punishment a form of torture. Booker was instrumental in effectively ending the practice of juvenile solitary confinement in federal prisons during final

negotiations of The First Step Act, which was signed into law last December. That measure was based upon two bills to end juvenile confinement (the MERCY Act and the REDEEM Act) that Booker has introduced each session of Congress since becoming a U.S. Senator.

The letter follows a bill Booker introduced earlier this year that would have prevented

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many of the abuses revealed in recent news reports. His Dignity for Detained Immigrants Act, introduced in late April, would limit the use of immigrant detention; set safe, secure, and sanitary standards for detention facilities (in accordance with the American Bar Association’s detention standards); and improve congressional oversight of such facilities to eliminate abuse.

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Light:

Continued From Page 1 “This project, which is near completion, was done with no interruption to traffic in the area.”

According to a press release from the county, the remaining work at the site includes restriping the area of the new signal.

“The new traffic signal configuration helps motorists access both north and southbound Hooper Avenue and also allows for the crossing of Hooper Avenue to the other shopping center,” Freeholder Virginia Haines said. “This is good for motorists and good for business.”

Previously, if you needed to go north on Hooper out of the shopping center where Michael’s is, you would have to drive south first. There isn’t a way to head north again without taking two U-turns or sneaking through back roads and residential areas.

Similarly, if you were in the shopping center where Target and Lowe’s is, there was no easy way to head south. You would have to go north and make a U-turn on Indian Hill Road in order to go south.

The median between the northbound and southbound lanes on Hooper Avenue

was opened for drivers to make lefts and to cross Hooper to go from one shopping center to the other.

Freeholder Joseph H. Vicari along with Freeholder Haines brought the request to look at the traffic signal in the area to Freeholder John P. Kelly, who then sent it to the engineering department, according to the county.

“The Engineering Department had already developed a conceptual improvement plan for the signal to allow left turns onto Hooper Avenue from the shopping centers on each side of Hooper Avenue,” Kelly said. “This is a heavily traveled area of the Hooper Avenue corridor. We believe this modification will have a positive outcome with traffic safety and accessibility.”

The shopping center on the east side of Hooper Avenue is called the Ocean Center and the west side shopping center is the Commons at Hooper.

Dewberry Engineers Inc., Bloomfield, did the design for the project. The contractor was Earle Asphalt Company, Wall Township.

Ocean County reviewed its plans with the shopping center owners who are on-board with the changes.

K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital & Ocean Medical Center Recognized for Excellence in Lactation Care NEPTUNE – Hackensack Meridian Health K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital and Ocean Medical Center were recently recognized for excellence in lactation care by the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE) and International Lactation Consultant Association (ILCA).

K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital and Ocean Medical Center received the IBCLC Care Award in recognition of staffing professionals who hold the prestigious International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) certification and providing a lactation program for breastfeeding families. In addition, both Hackensack Meridian Health hospitals demonstrated that they have recently completed activities that help protect, promote and support breastfeeding.

“As a Baby-Friendly Hospital, our team is committed to promoting and supporting breastfeeding,” said Cassandra Leahy, MSN, BA, RN, LCCE, IBCLC, clinical program manager, BFHI, director of Clinical Services, Center for Breastfeeding, Lactation Services, K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital. “Our families have access to breastfeeding education classes, lactation consultants, support groups and care at our Center for Breastfeeding. We want to help all families in New Jersey meet their infant feeding goals and achieve breastfeeding success.”

Roberto Issler, IBCLC chair of the Board of IBLCE, recently stated, “Agencies that are awarded the IBCLC Care Award have dedicated their efforts to promote and provide a lactation program that makes expert assistance available when the breastfeeding family needs it. This is achieved through encouraging and informing breastfeeding families about the benefits and management of breastfeeding as well as training health care professionals to assist families achieve their breastfeeding goals.”

“Breastfeeding is not only incredibly important for babies, but also for moms. Babies receive the right nutrients to help them grow and develop, fight off infection, and improve digestion,” said Joanne Simonetti, RN, nurse manager, Maternal Child Services, Ocean Medical Center. “Moms benefit from stress reduction and increased bonding with their newborn, faster recovery from giving birth and it may even help in lowering moms’ risk of diabetes, breast and ovarian cancers.”

IBCLCs focus on preventive care, so they are available during pregnancy to assess and provide information on how to successfully initiate breastfeeding. They continue that assistance after the baby is born by helping families overcome breastfeeding challenges, providing accurate information, and continuing to support them as their baby grows. They assist families returning to work or school, help families in more unusual situations such as breastfeeding more than one baby or nursing a sick or premature infant, and help train nursing staff to manage basic breastfeeding care.

According to Mudiwah A. Kadeshe, president of ILCA, “IBCLCs work tirelessly in all corners of the globe to help parents provide optimal nutrition to their children. We are proud to recognize some of these IBCLCs through the IBCLC Care Award, which highlights the significant contributions of IBCLCs to improving global health outcomes at the local level.”

In addition to finding IBCLC professionals at K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital and Ocean Medical Center, families can also find an IBCLC near them by visiting ilca. org. Follow the “Find a Lactation Consultant” link and search for an IBCLC by postal code, city and state, or country. For more information about the IBCLC Care Award program, contact IBLCE at award@ iblce.org.

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Day On The Bay

BARNEGAT – The Barnegat Recreation Disability Advisory Board invites you to the 24th Day on the Bay on July 28, hosted by Sherer’s Boat Basin.

There will be free boat rides for kids and adults with special needs. All participants must be accompanied by a legal guardian or parent to sign a waiver. Enjoy refreshments and short boat rides on Sunday during 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at Sherer’s Boat

Basin, 482 East Bay Ave. If you have over six people in your group or have someone using a wheelchair please contact Walt Fernandez ahead of this date to make special arrangements.

For more information, call Barnegat Recreation at 609-698-0080 ext. 130 or Walt Fernandez at 609-290-8741.

Message From Brick Police BRICK – Brick Police have reported residents receiving numerous scam calls claiming that their social security numbers have been compromised, or their social security benefits are in some way compromised.

The social security administration does not,

and will not call you to straighten out any problems with your number or your benefits.

If you are getting calls warning you of such things, it is a scam. Do not give out your personal information, or send any money as a result of these phone calls.

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Video cameras are increasingly being used in both residential and commercial properties to prevent crime. As such, video surveillance has become extremely helpful in solving crimes, identifying perpetrators, and serves as valuable evidence in court.

Police investigations frequently involve officers and/or detectives canvassing neighborhoods looking for cameras. Knowing ahead of time where cameras are located greatly speeds investigations by allowing officers and/or detectives to prioritize where to begin looking for evidence.

Many times the best available video evidence isn’t of the crime itself, but of pathways and streets leading into and out of the scene.

In an effort to continue our commitment to providing excellent police services, the Lakewood Police Department is forming a community

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Participation in this partnership is completely voluntary. All registered information will be kept confidential and will only be viewed by authorized Lakewood Police Department personnel. We are not asking and will not monitor your cameras. This is strictly to be used as an investigative tool to aide officers and detectives.

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Station 75 will also be selling our Fire Prevention Raffle Tickets! Get them while you can for $5 you get 3 chances to win cash! Last year’s grand prize was almost $1,000 all of our proceeds go to support our fire safety education programs for the local youth of Point Pleasant. Please stay tuned for vendor announcements and updates!

Brick Elks Motorcycle Committee End of Summer Bash BRICK – Join us on Saturday, August 24 for our annual End of Summer Bash, 1-5 p.m. at the lodge. Cost is $25 at the door and includes refreshments and food! There will be music, raffles, and more! All Elks and their guests are invited to join!

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POINT PLEASANT – Come out and join Point Pleasant Fire Department Station 75 for our 2nd Annual Craft & Vendor Fair on July 20, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., at the station located at 1 Memorial Drive in Point Pleasant.

We have over 30 crafters and vendors this year! We also will have Jersey Shore BBQ and the White Caps Ice Cream Truck ready to serve all of your food cravings. In addition to all of our great vendors, please be sure to stop by the Fire Department booth, where our wonderful Ladies Auxiliary will

The proceeds of this event will go to our local fallen heroes programs and their families. You don’t have to be a rider to come! If you have any questions, contact Chris Russo, Motorcycle Committee Chair at 732-539-5738 or Kevin O’Keefe, Co-Chair at 732-233-8873.

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Fall Enrollment Now Open at The Mustard Seed Preschool

BRICK – Now in its second year and growing strong, enrollments are currently being accepted into The Mustard Seed Preschool’s fall semester. Director Donna Ferguson and her staff bring a wealth of experience to the newest ministry of Saint Paul’s United Methodist Church, located at 714 Herbertsville Road in Brick.

The fall session will operate from 8:45 a.m. until 11:45 a.m. Monday through Friday.

Because enrollment is steadily growing, Mrs. Ferguson predicts the Mustard Seed Preschool will offer full day sessions in the near future.

Currently, there are openings left for three, four and five year olds.

“We schedule a variety of activities in the course of our day for the children,” explained Jennifer Hager, one of Mustard Seed’s teachers.

A typical day begins with a flag salute and discussions about the day’s weather. Story time is accompanied by related crafts and songs. Fun learning adventures cover the basics of numbers and letters. Yet, all the school’s activities aim

to promote cooperation and fundamental “fair play” manners.

Mrs. Hager continued, “Something as simple as encouraging children to walk in a single file or to wait their turn for snacks has the bigger reward of them grasping the essentials of etiquette.”

An average day also includes outdoor recreation as well as “quiet” time with puzzles and games. Special, seasonal projects are always on the agenda. A recent butterfly assignment was well received by the children. During the project, children were able to watch the stages “painted lady” butterflies go through before emerging as beautiful adult insects which were then released outside.

The skilled staff of The Mustard Seed preschool brings a wealth of childhood development experience to the preschool’s curricula.

Personal tours are encouraged and may be arranged by calling St. Paul’s church office at 732-458-2080 or visiting StPaulsBrick.org.

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Elks Planning for 25th Annual Fishing Tournament

POINT PLEASANT – Point Pleasant Elks Lodge’s Fluke Tournament Committee have begun making plans for the 25th Annual Fluke Tournament to be held this year on Saturday, July 27, 2019.

Over the past 24 years, this tournament has received outstanding recognition from anglers throughout the Tri-State area and has grown to be the largest single port f luke fishing Tournament in the State of New Jersey.

For the 12th year, in addition to our regular power boat tournament, we are having a Kayak fishing division. This Division will have separate prizes. Prizes for this division will be announced at a later date. The entry fee is $50 per kayak which will also include one ticket to the awards picnic.

This year Joh n Veprek will again be chairing the event, and he and his com mit tee are hoping to make this year’s event the biggest and best ever.

It is planned that the total prize money for the Power Boat division will again this year will be $10,000 with $4,500 for the first place fish based on 250 entries. There will also be a prize for the largest fish caught by an Elk member who is in good standing. They must show their membership card at weight

in, and an award for a child 14 years old or younger.

There is a boat registration fee of $145 for 4 anglers: $25 for each additional angler. All registered anglers will receive free Awards Picnic food coupons.

The Captain’s Meeting which will be held on Friday night, July 26. There will be picnic food available for purchase on the night of this meeting also. The Awards picnic will be held on the Lodge grounds following the Tournament on the 27. Family and friends of the anglers are welcome to attend the picnic at a nominal fee.

The business com munit y in Point Pleasant, Point Pleasant Beach and the surrounding area has been very generous every year in its support of this Tournament. The Elks would welcome any Cor porations or Businesses that wish to become new sponsors by donating prizes or services to this worthwhile project to raise funds to support our Lodge and our charities so that we can continue carrying on with our charitable work with the special needs children, our veterans, our youth programs and out scholarship programs.

For further information log on to the Elk website: pointpleasantelks.org.

Craft Fair And Town Yard Sale BRICK – Brick Township will host a Craft Fair and Town Yard Sale on September 28, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., at Windward Beach Park. This fun even will give residents the chance to buy some great craft items and maybe find some hidden treasure! Admission is free.

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Civil War Encampment August 3rd & 4th BRICK – The Brick Township Historical Society will host the 61st New York Regiment for its Annual Civil War Encampment on August 3 and 4 at its Havens Homestead Museum property, 521 Herbertsville Rd, Brick.

Visiting hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on August 3 and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on August 4.

The soldiers will camp out for the weekend, march, fire guns, give demonstrations and interact with the public. Society members

will give tours of the museum. There will be specials in the Lizzie Herbert Gift Shop, and there will be a large bake sale, also featuring jars of preserves.

Free admission; donations are gratefully accepted.

Parking is in a lot 150 ft. east of the museum, accessed by a sign that says “Havens Farm.”

For more information: bricktownshiphistoricalsociety.com or call 732-785-2500.

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Angelic Health Palliative & Hospice Care is asking you to share your time and compassion to those on their final journey. Your visits can mean so very much to hospice patients and their loved ones. Your volunteer service will fit your schedule and interests, and visit assignments are your choice.

Volunteer activities can include: • Reading, playing music, card games, or crafts activities.

• Listening to and documenting their memories for a life or memory journal.

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NJ Elks Camp Moore Fundraiser at Rita’s BRICK – Rita’s of Brick is once again holding a fundraiser with 15 percent of sales to be donated to the New Jersey Elks Camp Moore. Please mark your calendar for Thursday, August 29 between 7 and 9 p.m.

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NJ Looking To Expand Access To Medical Marijuana

By Kimberly Bosco NEW JERSEY – The New Jersey Department of Health is looking to open up over 100 more Alternative Treatment Centers (ATC) to expand access to medical marijuana for residents.

The department is looking for applicants to operate 108 more ATCs: 38 in the northern region of the state, up to 38 in the central region, and up to 32 in the southern region.

Endorsements for cultivation, manufacturing and dispensary will be available. The department is looking for up to 24 cultivation endorsements, up to 30 manufacturing endorsements, and up to 54 dispensary endorsements.

“We are at a point where patients just cannot wait any longer for easily accessible, affordable therapy.

This request for applications allows for specialization of businesses to increase medical product in our state,” said New Jersey Health Commissioner Dr. Shereef Elnahal. “In addition, by allowing for three sizes of cultivation endorsements (5,000 square feet, 20,000 square feet and 30,000 square feet), we are increasing opportunities for small and medium-sized businesses to participate in the program.”

Applications for ATCs will be assessed based

on the needs for each region, patient need, and the general population of the state and its regions.

With the addition of five new illnesses in March 2018 to the list of medical conditions that qualify patients for medical marijuana, as well as the addition of Opioid Use Disorder in January 2019, the state’s medical marijuana program has expanded greatly. Since the addition of those conditions, the program has added 30,000 new patients, bringing the total patient count to 47,500.

Request for Applications (RFA) can be found on the NJ Department of Health website. Permit application forms for ATCs will be available at nj.gov/health/medicalmarijuana on July 1. Applications are due August 15. The length of time required to review applications and the timeline for announcing awards will depend on the volume of applications received. A pre-application webinar will be held on July 16 to review the RFA process.

You can submit written questions up to July 5 to be reviewed at the webinar. Following the webinar, the Department will post a set of Frequently Asked Questions and responses to those questions.

The six currently operating ATCs and awardees from the July 2018 RFA are also eligible to participate in this application process.

Message From Brick Township BRICK – Township officials warn residents to keep an eye out for JCP&L crews trimming trees along the roadways throughout the south side of town.

“If you see the trucks and the crews on the side of the road working, please extend to

them the same courtesy you would an emergency vehicle on the side of the road. Slow down, pass by cautiously, and be prepared to stop if necessary.”

Work will likely go on throughout the summer.

SUN EXPOSURE AND VITAMIN D

Vitamin D is an important nutrient that helps the body absorb calcium, supports nerves that carry messages to and from the brain, boosts the immune system, and plays a role in muscle movement.

While the most well-known source of vitamin D is synthesis in the skin induced by sun exposure, many people wear sunscreen or avoid sun exposure altogether to reduce their risk of developing skin cancer.

This raises the question as to how much sun exposure is needed to produce sufficient amounts of vitamin D. The answer depends on skin type and location. People with darker skin take longer to make vitamin D, while those living closer to the equator have more sun exposure. Supplements may be the answer.

How do you balance the need for vitamin D and the need to protect your skin? Be smart and be vigilant. Choose foods high in vitamin D and consider a supplement, and wear hats, long sleeves, and appropriate sunscreen. Let us do what we do best—diagnose and treat your particular skin problems with knowledge, compassion, and up-to-date techniques and equipment. No need to wait months for an appointment – care for your skin and call today for skin cancer screening!

P.S. In Miami at noon during the summer, a person with medium skin tone would need to expose one-quarter of his or her skin to sunlight for six minutes to get a sufficient amount of vitamin D, while someone in Boston with darker skin tone would need 2 hours.

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Around The Jersey Shore How Can You Protect Yourself From Osteoporosis?

By Kimberly Bosco OCEAN COUNTY – Osteoporosis is a common disease, accounting for more than 2 million broken bones per year in the US. Want to prevent yourself from becoming one of the 200 million people suffering from osteoporosis? The Ocean County Health Department is here to help.

The OCHD recognizes May as National Osteoporosis Month, reminding residents that there are ways to help slow or stop the loss of bone mass and help prevent fractures no matter what your age.

“Osteoporosis is often called a “silent disease” because unfortunately for many people they don’t know they have it until it’s too late. It usually takes breaking a bone before a person is diagnosed with the disease,” stated Ocean County Freeholder Gerry P. Little, Liaison to the Ocean County Board of Health.

Start thinking about your bone health and take action now!

The National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF) recommends these tips to improve bone health and prevent osteoporosis: Get to know your risk factors: age, gender, lifestyle, medical history, family history and

whether you take any medication or have medical conditions that can lead to bone loss.

Get active: Do regular weight-bearing and muscle-strengthening exercise Eat Your Way to Healthy Bones: Calcium, vitamin D, lean protein, fruits, vegetables, and healthy fats are the key to eating for healthy bones.

Ask your healthcare provider when you should get a bone density test Don’t smoke and don’t drink too much alcohol: No more than two drinks a day is best for bone health “Bones affected by osteoporosis have lower density or strength which leads to bones becoming more fragile and likely to break.

Osteoporosis causes severe pain, suffering and life-altering loss of mobility - yet it is treatable and even preventable. Diet, exercise and a healthy lifestyle are keys to preventing and managing osteoporosis,” stated Daniel E. Regenye, Ocean County Health Department (OCHD) Public Health Coordinator.

For more information on National Osteoporosis Month and how to build and maintain strong bones for life, visit ochd.org. Check out the OCHD’s new website at phu2.org.

Bergen County Technical High School Reunion

BERGEN COUNTY – For those of you north Jersey natives, Bergen County Technical High School class of 1969 is planning a 50th reunion on Friday October 11, 2019 at The Crow’s Nest Restaurant, 309 Vincent Ave, Hackensack, NJ. Fifty years is a long time, but it’s been great to start re-connecting with friends from our

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H ere ’ s T o Y our H ealth Dr. Izzy’s Sound News Presented By: Isidore Kirsh, Ph.D., F.A.A.A. (N.J. Lic. #678)

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Tips For Hearing In Noisy Situations

Those without hearing loss can have problems hearing at parties, particularly if there is background noise. Having a hearing loss makes it even harder to understand speech when other noises are present. Here are some strategies to maximize your ability to communicate with others: 1. In restaurants. Choose a table off to one side or in the corner of the restaurant. It is more difficult to hear in the middle of a restaurant.

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By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Mullein is known botanically as Verbascum thapus. It has soft fuzzy leaves as well as gorgeous yellow flowers towering at the top. Mullein is misunderstood and assumed to be an unwelcome weed but it simply isn’t true. Mullein has many generous offerings for us, and the medicinal properties rival that of many other so-called weeds like stinging nettle, plantain, Japanese Knotweed (resveratrol) and yarrow.

Your grandma might have even steeped the leaves of mullein to make you a cough syrup or hot tea which is great for colds and flu.

This natural remedy has a strong anti-viral effect of mullein. Harvesting mullein is pretty easy, I just recommend that you get it from a trusted source where it was grown in nice, clean soil and preferably organically.

You can buy the dried herb on Amazon.

5 Benefits of Mullein Root 1. Relieve Ear Aches. Thanks to mullein’s strong anti-inflammatory effect, it can help with ear aches and infections for humans, and possibly dogs. If you browse health food stores and e-tailers, you’ll find mullein and mullein/garlic ear drops.

2. Increase Lymph Flow. Mullein may be useful for bruises and skin infections.

Some people take the large leaves and utilize them as compresses. The leaves can be picked off, and steeped gently and then when cool, applied directly on to the bruise. This reduces inflammation and pain. Likewise, an easier remedy is to purchase a cream, tincture, supplement or tea and use (or ingest) as directed according

to your package.

3. May Reduce Goiter. Mullein is a strong anti-inflammatory and has been studied for its effect in reducing glandular inflammation of the thyroid. Mullein can be extremely useful in some cases but not all, as it may help reduce goiter. Another popular supplement for goiter is iodine-iodide. Check with your doctor, but mullein dietary supplements may be useful for this.

Furthermore, the beneficial compounds of mullein can be mixed into jojoba or apricot oil and rubbed onto the thyroid gland area (goiter area). FYI, another popular supplement for goiter is Iodine.

4. Helps Breathing. Leaves from mullein are helpful with lung congestion and mucus production. It appears to work by dilating capillaries and therefore increasing circulation. This helps relieve stagnancy and congestion making it an interesting adjunctive remedy to people with COPD, bronchitis, asthma and dry coughs.

5. Soothe Skin, Cold Sores and Hemorrhoids. Mullein leaves can benefit your skin and be used as a compress for external hemorrhoids, cold sores and skin wounds.

One way to make use of this benefit is to make tea with a commercial tea bag or the dried herb itself. Cool the steeped liquid and apply directly to the site. I have a more comprehensive version of this article which includes a DIY recipe for a skin (hemorrhoidal) cream as well as my Mullein Elderberry Tea recipe. I’ll email you this longer, exclusive article if you sign up for my free newsletter at suzycohen.com.

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Around The Jersey Shore Scholarship Funds Available For OCC Students In Addiction Recovery TOMS RIVER — In a move to directly impact students in addiction recovery attending Ocean County College, the Ammon Foundation has partnered with the OCC Foundation to make available $2,500 in scholarship awards for two students in recovery for the Fall 2019 semester. Scholarship applications can be submitted through August 16.

The funding for the scholarship has been made available via The Ammon Foundation’s Core Value Partnership Initiative, which strives to create intentional, mutually-beneficial and long-term partnerships to strategically support individuals in recovery. As an Education Partner, OCC joins with The Ammon Foundation in a one-to-one matching scholarship to remove financial barriers in place for an individual in recovery pursuing education.

The Ammon Foundation has allocated a minimum of $100,000 annually for scholarships to support individuals in recovery pursuing education via various pathways. Scholarship recipients become A m mon Recover y Scholars and are connected to a community of students in recovery, and offered free Peer Recovery Coaching and Professional Mentoring via the Foundations’ Community Engagement Initiative. The Foundation subscribes to the belief that when individuals in recovery are holistically supported to build purposeful lives, the likelihood of them maintaining their recovery substantially increases.

“As a woman in long-term recovery, Execut ive Di rector of T he A m mon Foundation, an Ocean County College alum, and a Trustee on the Ocean County College Foundation Board, I could not be more ecstatic about a partnership,” said Mariel Hufnagel. “All individuals

deserve access to education. Through innovative partnerships like this, we are able to better serve the marginalized and disenfranchised – not only removing barriers to education but providing hope by opening doors to a brighter future.”

In recent years, the OCC Foundation has expanded its outreach to partner with community leaders in business, industry, education, and government to reach a common goal to provide quality, affordable education to the students and to prepare them to assume their roles in our society. The accomplishments of the Foundation are a tribute to an unwavering belief in its mission by all who have participated to provide academic excellence that is accessible to all Ocean County residents.

“The Ocean County College Foundation is proud to participate in the Ammon Partnership for Recovery through Education Program,” remarked Kenneth Malagiere, Executive Director of the OCC Foundation. “With this scholarship, students can begin or make a fresh start on the road to higher education right here in Ocean County. Our Foundation has long been committed to the success of all of our scholarship recipients and we are looking forward to the witnessing the positive effect of this partnership on our student body.”

Beyond the matching scholarship, Ammon and OCC are also exploring various ways to work together and bring education and awareness about addiction and recovery to the campus and the community at large, and support to those in, or seeking, recovery.

OCC students in addiction recovery can visit ocean.academicworks.com/opportunities/2037 to apply for the scholarship funding.

English Conversation Group - Monday Nights

LAKEWOOD – This program is for you if you’ve learned some English and want to practice speaking it with other English language learners. Improve your accents, learn new vocabulary and American slang and become familiar with people from other cultures.

Come any Monday night to the Lakewood Branch Library at 6:30 p.m. and practice with native English speakers and other people from a variety of countries.

We have friendly, informative meetings.

Everyone is welcome! No registration is necessary.

One Night with Elvis BRICK – Join the Laurelton Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary on August 16 for One Night with Elvis! Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m. Show

will be held at Laurelton Fire Company #1, 1725 Route 88, Brick, NJ. Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 the night of. For more information, call 732-458-7095.

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Around The Jersey Shore Become A Volunteer Advocate for Victims of Domestic Violence HAZLET – You can be the change you want to see in the world by joining 180’s life-saving and life-changing mission today.

180 Turning Lives Around (180), a private non-profit organization in Monmouth County, continues to provide confidential support and advocacy to victims of domestic violence in the aftermath of a highly emotional and traumatic experience with the assistance of its dedicated response team volunteers. 180 will be conducting a 40-hour mandatory training course for new Domestic Violence Response Team (DVRT) Victim Advocates, April 29-May 23, Mondays/Wednesdays/Thursdays, 6 -9:30 p.m., in the courtroom at Hazlet Police Headquarters, 255 Middle Road in Hazlet.

Training will be provided to successful applicants.

180’s volunteer DVRT Advocates are civilian members of the community who work collaboratively with law enforcement to provide support, information, and resources to victims of domestic violence at police headquarters. Advocates also discuss with victims safety planning and their legal rights in regard to obtaining a Temporary Restraining Order. By providing empathy and a crucial perspective of the situation, these specially-trained advocates help to empower victims to make informed decisions for themselves and their families.

Basic requirements for volunteers to apply include that they must be eighteen years of age or older, have access to reliable transportation, possess a valid driver’s license,

be willing to serve on an on-call shift basis, participate in an interview process, submit to background investigations and fingerprinting, and successfully complete the mandatory training. The police departments and 180 are committed to culturally and socially diverse teams to better serve the community. Bi-lingual capability is helpful. Prior knowledge of domestic violence is not required. The identities of the DVRT volunteers are kept anonymous. For an application or additional information, please contact Tina Morgan, Assistant Coordinator, Victim Support Program, at tinam@180nj.org or 732 264-4360, Ext. 4272. Please mention the town where you reside. Deadline to apply is April 19th. Applications are also available for download at 180nj.org/give-help/volunteering/domestic-violence-response-team-advocate/.

The free, confidential service of the DVRT program is available for victims of domestic violence, 24-hours a day, 7-days a week, at police departments in Monmouth County.

For 43 years, 180 Turning Lives Around has been dedicated to providing emergency safe housing, counseling, support, prevention, education, and advocacy in Monmouth County for individuals and families affected by domestic violence, sexual violence, and human trafficking. If you, or someone you know, is in need of assistance, please call the 180 Turning Lives Around 24/7 Confidential Hotline at 732-264-4111 or 888-843-9262. Visit 180nj.org for more information. In an emergency, dial 9-1-1.

Attention All Active, Retired Military and Wounded Warriors

Crossroads Realty is proud to announce that we participate in US Military on the Move, a program offered exclusively by Leading Real Estate Companies of the World. When buying or selling a home, we have a program designed to reward America’s fighting men and women for their service to our country.

US Military on the Move is a free real estate rebate and information program that allows you to earn cash back when you buy or sell a home. When you by or sell a home through US Military on the Move, you receive a cash rebate on the actual sales price – not a fixed amount based on a range of values – and you’ll receive your rebate at closing!

Crossroads has been assisting veterans and civilians reach their home ownership dreams since 1966. Byron Kotzas, founder of Crossroads Realty, was a veteran of the Air Force, piloting missions from 1942 to 1945 in WWII. He also has been an avid supporter of the ongoing efforts of the USO. Byron was legendary for his philanthropic endeavors

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We thank you for your service.

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Inside The Law The New Jersey Paid Sick Leave Act Robert C. Shea Esq. By: Michael J. Deem, Esq. and Robert C. Shea, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates On October 29, New Jersey became the 10th state to enact a statewide mandatory paid-sick-leave law. The New Jersey Paid Sick Leave Act requires that nearly all New Jersey employers provide up to 40 hours of paid sick leave per year to covered employees.

Here is an overview of what New Jersey employers need to know: Who Is Covered?

Covered employees: The act applies to most employees working in the state “for compensation.” The act expressly excludes employees in the construction industry employed under a collective bargaining agreement, per diem healthcare employees, and public employees who already have sick leave benefits.

Covered employers: The act broadly applies to any business entity, irrespective of size, that employs employees in the state of New Jersey, including a temporary help service firm. It expressly excludes public employers required to provide their employees with sick leave.

How Is Leave Accrued?

Accrual period: The act requires employers to designate any period of 12 consecutive months as a “benefit year.” Employers cannot change the established benefit year without first notifying the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development. Under the act, current employees begin accruing sick time on the effective date of the act. New employees hired after the effective date of the act begin accruing sick time on the first date of their employment.

Accrual limits: In each benefit year, an employee will accrue up to 40 hours of sick time at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked. Alternatively, an employer may “frontload” the full 40 hours at the beginning of the benefit year. Employers with existing paid time off (PTO), personal days, vacation days and sick-day policies may utilize those policies to satisfy the requirements of the act as long as employees can use the time off as required by the act.

In the case of a temporary help service firm placing an employee with client firms, paid sick leave will accrue on the basis of the total time worked on assignment with the firm, not separately for each client firm to which the employee is assigned.

How Can Leave Be Used?

Employers are not required to permit employees to use more than 40 hours of sick leave in a benefit year. Employees can use accrued sick time after the 120th day of their first date of employment for the following reasons: • Diagnosis, care or treatment of—or recovery from—an employee’s own mental or physical illness, including preventive medical care.

• Aid or care for a covered family member during diagnosis, care or treatment of—or recovery from—the family member’s mental or physical illness, including preventive medical care.

• Circumstances related to an employee’s or their family member’s status as a victim of domestic or sexual violence (including the need to obtain related medical treatment, seek counseling, relocate or participate in related legal services).

• Closure of an employee’s workplace or of a school/childcare of an employee’s child because of a public official’s order relating to a public health emergency.

• Time to attend a meeting requested or required by school staff to discuss a child’s health condition or disability.

The act broadly defines “family member” to include individuals related by blood to the employee or whose close association with the employee is the equivalent of a family relationship.

Employers may not require an employee to find a replacement to cover the employee’s absence.

Carryover and Payout Rules Maximum carryover: The act does not require employers to permit employees to carry over more than 40 hours of accrued sick time in a single benefit year.

Optional buyout: Employers may, but are not obligated to, offer to pay employees for their unused accrued sick time in the final month of the benefit year. If employees agree to receive the payment, they may choose a payment for the full amount of their unused accrued sick time or for 50 percent of such time.

The payment amount shall be based on the same rate of pay that the employee earns at the time of the payment. If an employer frontloads the entire amount of sick time, it must either pay the employee for the full amount of unused accrued sick time in the final month of the employer’s benefit year or carry forward any unused sick time to the next benefit year. Employee approval is not required.

In What Increments Can Workers Use Leave?

The act provides employers with the discretion to choose the increments in which its employees may use accrued sick time.

However, the largest increment chosen may not be larger than the number of hours an employee was scheduled to work in a given shift. For example, if an employee is scheduled to work a 7-hour shift, the employer cannot mandate that the employee use paid sick

time in increments of eight hours.

What Happens Upon Transfer, Separation or Reinstatement?

Transfer of employment to a related or successor employer: If an employee is employed by a successor employer or transferred to a separate division, entity or location of the same Michael J. Deem employer, the employee will retain and be entitled to use all accrued sick time.

Separation of employment: Unless the employer has a policy or collective bargaining agreement providing for the payment of accrued sick leave upon termination, resignation, retirement or other separation from employment, the act does not require the employer to pay employees for unused accrued sick leave upon the separation from employment.

Reinstatement of employment: If an employee is separated from employment but then reinstated within six months, all of the employee’s unused and accrued sick time must be reinstated.

What Notice and Documentation Is Required?

Foreseeable absences: Employers may require advance notice, not to exceed seven calendar days, of the intention to use the leave and the expected duration. Employers may require employees to make a reasonable effort to schedule the use of sick leave in a manner that does not unduly disrupt the operations of the employer. Employers may prohibit employees from using foreseeable sick leave on certain dates, and require reasonable documentation if sick leave that is not foreseeable is used during those dates.

Unforeseeable absences: Employers may require employees to give notice of the intention to use the leave as soon as practicable, provided that the employer has notified the employee of this requirement.

Absences of three days or more: If an employee is absent for at least three consecutive days, the employer may require documentation that confirms that the employee used sick leave for a covered purpose.

What Are the Notice and Record-Keeping Rules?

Employers must post a notification of employees’ rights under the act and provide employees with a written copy of the notice within 30 days after the department has issued a model notice and each time thereafter when an employee is hired or requests such a notice. Additionally, employers must retain records documenting hours worked by employees and paid sick time taken by employees for a period of five years and permit the department access to those records.

What If We Have a Collective Bargaining Agreement?

The act does not apply to employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) that is in effect at the time of the effective date of the act, at least until the CBA expires. Even then, employees or their representatives may waive the rights under the act during the negotiation of the CBA. What About Local Paid-Sick-Leave Laws?

The act preempts all existing and future municipal ordinances in New Jersey regarding paid sick time.

How Will the Law Be Enforced?

Employees may sue their employers for violating the act and can seek actual damages suffered as a result of the violation, plus an equal amount of liquidated damages.

How Does the Anti-Retaliation Provision Work?

The anti-retaliation provision of the act includes a rebuttable presumption that an employer’s actions are unlawful if it takes adverse action against an employee within 90 days of the employee engaging in activity protected under the act. This includes such actions as filing a complaint with the department, cooperating with an investigation, opposing policies and practices that are unlawful under the act, or informing other individuals of their rights under the act.

What Should Employers Do Now? In anticipation of the effective date of this new law, you should review your paid time off, vacation or other paid leave policies to determine whether you will have to implement a paid-sicktime policy for any of your employees or amend your existing policies to ensure compliance with the act. You should also inform managers and supervisors of any new policy changes and of the importance of the provisions of the law prohibiting retaliation.

You should also consider revising your employee handbooks to account for these changes. For example, if you choose not to pay out accrued but unused sick leave upon termination, you must make that abundantly clear in your written policies. Finally, you should be on the lookout for the poster and template notice issued by the Department.

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CLASSIFIEDS Real Estate A D U LT 5 5 + C O M M U N I T YFountainhead Properties - Jackson, beautiful model homes for sale or custom build. Call today for Special Offer 732-928-3100.

(30) Wanted To Buy - 3 bedroom home, will pay up to $175,000. No senior communities. Call 732-890-1330.

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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.

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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) Drivers Needed - Auto Parts Delivery Lakewood area-Part Time. Must be 25-Retirees Welcome! Morning and afternoon shifts. Clean license required Call Lee: 732-719-0018.

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Summer’s Best Deals at Red Bank Sidewalk Sale

RED BANK – Red Bank RiverCenter (RiverCenter), in conjunction with Red Bank retailers and shop owners, is thrilled to announce that the 65th year of the Red Bank Summer Sidewalk Sale will once again set up street-side in the town’s vibrant downtown district.

A staple of the summer season, the event invites the savviest of shoppers to enjoy the season’s best deals and most fashionable finds from Red Bank’s beloved retail businesses.

Beginning Friday, July 26 and continuing through Sunday July 28, the Sidewalk Sale will feature an impressive array of local retailers and purveyors, including handcrafted gourmet stores, small boutiques and antique shops to big-name retailers.

From dazzling gems at Jace Jewelers to a wide assortment of locally made products at The Local Line, attendees can find hidden treasures for remarkable prices throughout Red Bank’s charming downtown. Top fashion spots, The Haute Maven and THEO are sure to offer stylish choices at bargain process. Red Ginger Home and Red Bank Artisan Collective may have just what you are looking for as you update your home décor. Also happening in Red Bank at the same time is the Indie Street Film Festival from July 25 through 29. The Film Festival showcases world class films of varying lengths by independent filmmakers from around the globe.

All that shopping is sure to make you hungry. Red

Bank has more than 100 restaurants and eateries to satisfy your cravings and taste buds. You’ll find that many restaurants have locally farmed ingredients in their offering, several restaurants will be taking part in the first ever Grown in Monmouth Restaurant Week beginning Sunday, July 28. Restaurants will be serving at least one special menu item made with ingredients farmed in Monmouth County; the event will run through to Sunday, August 4.

“Any way you look at it, Red Bank Sidewalk Sale adds up to the perfect backdrop for a leisurely summer stroll,” said James Scavone, executive director of Red Bank RiverCenter. “The best deals of the year can be found during our annual Sidewalk Sale, which explains why shoppers keep coming back for more after 65 years! Red Bank businesses provide customers with excellent products, clothing, services and more throughout the entire year. But, during the last July weekend visitors can delight in the beautiful summer weather and explore each store’s one-of-a-kind offers.”

The individual businesses participating in the Sidewalk Sale may have varying store hours throughout the weekend and shoppers are encouraged to check the hours of operation for their retailers of choice.

For more information about the 65th Sidewalk Sale, please visit redbank.org/events/18/sidewalk-sale/.

Point Pleasant Fire Department Station 75: Members Wanted

POINT PLEASANT – Are you interested in serving your community? Well, here’s one of the greatest ways to do it! We will provide you with free training, unforgettable experiences, a family-like atmosphere and the ability for you grow in one of the greatest service industries around!

Minimum age to join is 16 years old as a Junior Member. Those 18 years and older will apply for regular membership; we accept both certified

firefighters and non-certified to whom we will provide all necessary training.

If you are interested, please reach out via the message option on our Facebook page or visit either one of the Firehouse locations on Route 88 or Beaver Dam Road on most Wednesday nights after 6:30 p.m. The firehouse can also be contacted at 732-892-9187.

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2nd Annual Craft & Vendor Fair POINT PLEASANT – Come out and join Point Pleasant Fire Department Station 75 for our 2nd Annual Craft & Vendor Fair on July 20, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., at the station located at 1 Memorial Drive in Point Pleasant.

We have over 30 crafters and vendors this year!

We also will have Jersey Shore BBQ and the White Caps Ice Cream Truck ready to serve all of your food cravings. In addition to all of our great vendors, please be sure to stop by the Fire Department booth, where our wonderful Ladies

Auxiliary will have some delicious bake goods for sale as well as their amazing Thin Blue Line and Thin Red Line Distressed American Flags for just $15.

Station 75 will also be selling our Fire Prevention Raffle Tickets! Get them while you can for $5 you get 3 chances to win cash! Last year’s grand prize was almost $1,000 all of our proceeds go to support our fire safety education programs for the local youth of Point Pleasant. Please stay tuned for vendor announcements and updates!

Traders Cove Concerts Begin August 7

BRICK – Mayor John Ducey invites you to enjoy Brick Township’s Traders Cove Concert Series featuring the Basso Brothers on Wednesday, August 7 at 7 p.m. The Basso Brothers will be playing acoustic versions of your favorite songs from the 70s, 80s and 90s. The concert is free to attend. Please bring your own chairs and blankets.

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Around The Jersey Shore Point Pleasant Elks Day at the Races POINT PLEASANT – Point Pleasant Elks will host A Day at the Races on August 25, 11:30 a.m. at Monmouth Park. Food and Beverage service starts at 12:30 p.m.

Cost is $40 per person and includes admission, racing program, food, soda, water, draft beer (Miller Lite) and wine. Food available from 12:30 - 3:30 p.m. Beverages available from 12:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Menu: Hamburgers/Cheeseburgers, Fried Chicken, BBQ Pulled Pork, Corn on the Cob, Pasta Salad, Potato Salad, Cole Slaw, and Watermelon.

There is no outside alcohol or personal

coolers allowed inside our event area. We will be in a track side area located near the “first come, first serve” picnic area where coolers are allowed (can beer and wine only). Anyone bringing a personal cooler to that separate picnic area is responsible for it.

In the event of bad weather, our event will be moved inside.

First race is at 12:50 p.m., last race around 6 p.m. Transportation is not included.

Tickets and programs will be available for pick-up after 11:30 a.m. at the Will Call booth at the Train Gate near the picnic area.

Please contact Brian Coyle with questions.

Caregiver Support Group BRICK – Feeling overwhelmed taking care of a loved one? Learn how to care for yourself while caring for others at the Caregiver Support Group & Education program.

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Health Department Now Offering Free Breastfeeding Class

By Kimberly Bosco TOMS RIVER – Calling all new and expecting mothers! The Ocean County Health Department wants to help you on your breastfeeding journey with “Nursing Your Newborn.” Learn the basics of breastfeeding in this free class, held every third Wednesday of the month at the Southern Ocean County Medical Center, 7-9 p.m.

“The Ocean County Health Department is proud to be teaming up with Southern Ocean Medical Center by offering this free, 2 hour class, and preparing mothers with the basics to begin her breastfeeding journey,” said Daniel E. Regenye, Ocean County Health Department Public Health Coordinator.

The class will discuss the following: • How breastfeeding works • Establishing a good milk supply • How to get your baby to latch • How to know if your baby is getting enough milk • Positions for breastfeeding • When and where to get support • How to choose a breast pump

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Returning to work and maintaining your milk supply Common challenges, and more “We are very excited about this program and the chance to help remove obstacles to obtaining high-level, evidence-based lactation support in the county,” said Patricia High, Ocean County Health Department Assistant Public Health Coordinator.

“Allow the OCHD professionals to help give you the best instruction and guide you through the nursing process because the more education you get now the better equipped you’ll be at home with your baby.”

This class is free, but registration is required. To register, call 1-800-560-9990 to reserve a spot for you and one support person.

“You can certainly learn about breastfeeding on the internet or from other materials, but nothing is better than the information, interaction and hands-on lessons you’ll receive from this class,” said Regenye.

For more information, visit ochd.org/ breastfeeding.

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

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Your social instincts are energized, and your hormones may be flowing strongly. Because you feel attractive it is easy to attract others. Restrain your impulses; avoid making crucial changes in the week ahead.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Everything may go smoothly when you are with your tribe. It could require more patience to spend time with those of differing viewpoints.

Avoid arguments and overreacting to criticism in the week ahead.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You may have a shorter than usual attention span but be sure to pay bills and watch overspending on non-essentials. In the week ahead you may need to discipline yourself to stay focused on responsibilities.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Starting something new might take more patience than you’d like. As this week unfolds you might find it difficult to move forward with projects because plans seem to run into roadblocks at every turn. Hold off on launching new schemes.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Be patient and persistent, even if frustrations and delays crop up in your work in the week ahead. Get plenty of sleep so you can handle your responsibilities and any crises that erupt.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): It could be a challenge to concentrate in the upcoming week especially if there is too much going on. If your creative energies hit a brick wall, hit up your favorite someone for some good ideas.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You could be possessive of a loved one’s affections and feel hurt if someone else earns their admiration.

Practice self-validation and remember love can be infinite. Remain balanced this week.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Your feelings won’t change if conditions change. You and a loved one are on the same basic wavelength so the two of you can easily handle any challenging or unpredictable situations in the week to come.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): When you feel good about yourself it is easy to be friendly toward others. You are shrewd about handling daily business. You could be reminded in the week to come that is better to save money than spend it.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Balance the heavy load. Don’t add more tasks to your agenda in the upcoming week, as you will have enough to handle. You can’t place blame on anyone else if you refuse to take your obligations seriously.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Be sensible and put things in proportion. In the upcoming week you might find occasions when you are tempted to overreact. Hold off on starting anything of major consequence and put contracts on the back burner.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Once work is done you can have some fun. In the week ahead you must fulfill all your responsibilities, but in your spare time you can concentrate on making your surroundings more aesthetically appealing.

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Are you still trying to decide on your ultimate summer main course? Or did you decide just moments ago to upgrade it? I’ve got good news for you: It’s not too late.

The secret is to start with the right high-quality star ingredient. If you want chicken, seek out plump boneless breasts or thighs, with or without the skin, depending on your preference, that will grill quickly and evenly.

Or look for fresh fish fillets of your choice, choosing those that appear moist and firm, with the fresh, clean scent of the sea.

If you’re set on serving meat, quick and easy grilling starts with the right cut. Seek out high-quality, tender meat that’s full of flavor and cooks quickly and easily. Pork loin chops or lamb tenderloin medallions are two examples that fit that description.

One of my favorite beef cuts is New York steak, also known as New York strip, a cut from the upper part of the short loin section combining superb tenderness with rich flavor.

All you need to do is grill the steak directly over high heat turning it once, until wellseared and done to perfection - which, to my preference is medium-rare, registering 135 F to 140 F (57 C to 60 C) on an instant-read grilling thermometer.

Of course, for any great ingredient, how you season it and the sauce or condiment you serve with it can easily elevate it from good to great. As you’ll see in my recipe for grilled New York steaks with cilantro-shallot sauce, such results are surprisingly easy to achieve.

The first step is simply drizzling a little peanut oil, which has a rich flavor that complements the meat, on the uncooked steaks.

(You could certainly use a good olive oil instead if you prefer). Then, I sprinkle on a generous amount of kosher salt and pepper on both sides. During grilling, the seasoning combines with the juices to form a flavorful crust to savor with each bite.

While the grill is heating, I also use that time to prepare an easy sauce for the steaks. In this recipe, that means simply sauteing shallots and garlic, cilantro, ginger and red pepper flakes, then quickly simmering the mixture with some stock or broth and bottled Chinese hoisin sauce (found in the Asian foods section of any well-stocked market), which adds richness and body.

If you like, you could serve the finished steaks whole and pass the sauce on the side.

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Serves 6 8 tablespoons peanut oil 4 shallots, thinly sliced 4 garlic cloves, minced 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves, plus 12 whole sprigs 2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger 1 to 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes 1/2 cup (125 mL) good-quality canned chicken stock or broth 1/2 cup (125 mL) bottled Chinese hoisin sauce 1/4 cup (60 mL) soy sauce 3 tablespoons honey 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 6 boneless New York strip steaks, each 6 to 8 ounces (185 to 250 g) Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper Build a hot fire in a charcoal grill or preheat a gas or electric grill.

Meanwhile, make the sauce: Drizzle 4 tablespoons of the peanut oil in a large saute pan, and place it over medium heat. Watch carefully and, when the oil just starts to give off wisps of smoke, add the shallots, garlic, chopped cilantro, ginger and red pepper flakes to taste. Cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture is soft and fragrant, about 5 minutes.

Stir in the stock, hoisin and soy sauce, and simmer briskly, stirring frequently, until the sauce has reduced and thickened slightly, about 5 minutes longer. Stir in the honey and butter; reduce the heat to very low, cover and keep warm.

When the grill is ready, put the steaks on a platter and generously season both sides of the steaks generously with salt and pepper; there should be enough for the seasonings to be visible on the surface of the meat. Rub the steaks on both sides with the remaining peanut oil.

Place the steaks on the grill, and cook them 3 to 5 minutes per side for medium-rare, turning them once with grill tongs; an instant-read grill thermometer inserted into the middle of the thickest part of a steak should register 135 F to 140 F (57 C to 60 C). Transfer the steaks to a cutting board, cover loosely with heavy-duty aluminum foil, and set aside in a warm place to rest for 5 minutes, to let the juices settle.

Using a sharp carving knife, with the blade at a 45-degree angle, cut each steak crosswise into slices 1/4-inch (6-mm) thick, and arrange them overlapping on individual warmed serving plates. Spoon some warm sauce over each steak and transfer the rest to a sauceboat for guests who want extra. Garnish each steak with cilantro sprigs and serve immediately.

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

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