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Resilience Recognized: 2019 The Survival of Tourism Post-Sandy Lacey Candidates Discuss Fiscal Responsibility, Transparency

By Kimberly Bosco N EW J ER SEY – Where were you this time, seven years ago?

It m ig ht seem li ke an odd question, one wh ich most people might not have answer to. However, if you visited or lived on the Jersey Shore in 2012, you can probably recall ex-

actly where you were.

It was this time seven years ago that Superstorm Sandy slammed into the east coast with a truly fearsome force.

Sandy made landfall in New Jersey on October 29, 2012. In the nine days that the storm ravaged the shore area, it took 147 American lives and

caused at least $70 billion worth of damage.

National Geographic coined it a “raging freak of nature.”

“No one ever saw that coming or expected it to be what is was,” Dana Lancellotti, Director of Business Development and Tourism (Tourism - See Page 4)

–Photo by Kimberly Bosco The beaches on Long Beach Island were part of a dune restoration project.

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Affordable Care Act Enrollment: Info And How-To

By Kimberly Bosco NEW JERSEY – It’s that time of year once again. Time to put away the Halloween decorations, prepare those Thanksgiving recipes, and – most important – enroll in health insurance plans.

The 2020 Open Enrollment period has begun, running from November 1 to December 15, 2019.

For those who may live on lower incomes or simply cannot afford costly health insurance premiums, fear not. The Affordable Care Act (ACA), also known as Obamacare, is still in effect.

If you don’t have health insurance provided through a job, Medicare, Medicaid, etc., live in the U.S. and are a U.S. citizen, you can visit the

Healthcare Marketplace to apply for coverage from the government.

Despite numerous attacks by the Trump administration, Obamacare remains standing with approximately 4.1 million individuals enrolled in ACA health insurance plans for 2019, according to a report by BBC. Since its implementation in 2010, the ACA has helped millions receive the health care they need.

“Before the ACA, health insurance was unaffordable and unavailable for many. Now, with Obamacare, if you meet certain qualifications, the government will help pay for your monthly (ACA - See Page 14)

By Kimberly Bosco LACEY – In Lacey Township, eight individuals are vying for three, three-year terms on the Board of Education.

This year’s election brought forth a host of newcomers, campaigning on behalf of the students and taxpayers.

Only two of the eight candidates are incumbents on the Board of Education.

For this newspaper’s election coverage, each of the candidates was sent the same questions. Their answers are below, lightly edited for narrative flow.

Edward Scanlon Forked River resident Edward Scanlon is campaigning for a seat on the Lacey Township Board of Education on the basis of “Education Not Politics.”

Scanlon is a retired teacher, having taught math and science for over three decades in the Old Bridge Township School District.

Currently, he is employed by the Ocean County Board of Elections in a permanent part-time position.

In addition, Scanlon has experience serving on a

governing body, having served as a former committeeman, mayor, and member of the planning board in Lacey Township, as well as currently serving on the on the zoning board.

With no shortage of professional experience, Sca n lon also maintains a strong connection with the local community.

“While my children were growing up, I was an active member of the Lacey Soccer Club and Lacey Little League where I was Corresponding Secretary for a short period. I was the Webelos leader for several years and committee chairperson for Cub Pack 156 in Forked River. I have been a member of the Lacey Township Municipal Alliance over twenty years,” Scanlon told Jersey Shore Online.

When it comes down to the issues Lacey School District is facing, Scanlon identified the recent cuts to state aid as a major concern.

“I became concerned when the current board chose to eliminate the Paraprofessional Aides as a cost saving measure,” he explained.

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Continued From Page 1 in Ocean County told Jersey Shore Online.

So how does a place come back from something like that? Well, according to Lancellotti, resilience is key.

Seven years later and the Jersey Shore has made a full recovery in many ways, boasting higher revenue from tourism and even better attractions that the ones that were taken down

by Sandy.

Economy In 2012, Ocean County brought in $4.291 billion, and in 2013, $4.191 billion from tourism.

It was thought that the summer of 2013, the first after Superstorm Sandy, would see much lower rates of visitors as they beaches were all but destroyed.

However, this was not the case.

Lancellotti noted that what kept Ocean County’s tourism revenue afloat was an influx of people traveling into the area to help with storm repair, such as the Army Corps of Engineers and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).

While in the area, FEMA personnel, news reporters, and the like had to be put up in hotels and eat at local establishments, which in turn fed our economy.

So while tourists may not have been traveling to the Jersey Shore for a beach getaway in 2013, their presence was replaced by those flooding the area providing financial and structural support.

While the figures for 2019 have not yet been calculated, Lancellotti noted that 2018 saw

$4.785 billion from tourism in Ocean County.

“In the words of an anonymous boardwalk businessman, if you didn’t make money this past summer on the Boardwalk, you probably need to go find a 9-5 job,” stated Christopher Vaz, administrator for the Borough of Seaside Heights. “Great weather during the key months of July and August, with mostly sunshine on the weekends, combined with a strong economy added up to 2019 being considered one of the most successful tourism seasons in recent memory.”

“It [the comeback] was very fast considering what we were dealt,” Lancellotti added.

In fact, Ocean County never really saw too much of a dip in tourism revenue due to Sandy. From 2012 to 2018, the following figures represent how much revenue was brought in, as reported by New Jersey Tourism: • 2012: $4.291 billion • 2013: $4.191 billion • 2014: $4.353 billion • 2015: $4.557 billion • 2016: $4.679 billion • 2017: $4.775 billion • 2018: $4.785 billion It is evident that following 2013, there was a slow but steady increase in tourism to the area, culminating with an all-time high $4.8 billion in 2018. This pattern would suggest that 2019 saw an even higher amount.

As Lancellotti puts it: “Tourism is critical to the health and well-being of the people in Ocean County.”

And because of this, we had to be resilient.

Challenges “In 2013 there were a lot of hiccups,”

said Lancellotti, recalling a boardwalk in shambles and beaches that were all but washed away.

But this later became an opportunity to improve, implementing even bigger and better attractions, she said.

In order for the County to revitalize the shore both physically and financially, the boardwalk, dunes, beaches and even the fishing industry needed some attention.

Vaz reminded Jersey Shore Online that Seaside Heights in particular took a huge blow in two ways, Sandy in 2012 and then the boardwalk fire in September 2013.

“It took years for many businesses to rebuild, while others simply closed their doors…Casino Pier lost its upper deck…

Funtown Pier, on the south end, was reduced to ashes,” said Vaz. “The perception in the minds of potential visitors was that Seaside Heights was closed for business. That perception lasted for a long time.”

Even now in 2019, things are not looking their best on the south end of the boardwalk.

“It does not appear that Funtown Pier will rise from the ashes,” Vaz added.

Vaz compared the loss of Funtown Pier to the loss of a major anchor store in a mall, such as Macy’s.

“The loss of our southern anchor “store” (which was actually an amusement pier and about 60 separate amusement-related businesses) has been difficult to overcome,” he said.

But that is not to say that Seaside, as well as other shore towns, haven’t made great strides in replenishing their stores after the storm.

For example, the recently completed beach

nourishment and dune replenishment project has transformed local beaches something closer to what we remember pre-Sandy.

“For Seaside Heights the dune is a major change to our business operations and culture,” Vaz said.

Lancellotti added that the dune project did present its own set of challenges, however.

“Dunes change the landscape, obstruct the views in some cases,” she explained. “But they’re necessary.”

One thing that will never be quite the same: the local fishing industry. According to Lancellotti, the fishing industry took a major hit with Sandy, “and it was changed maybe permanently.”

Today, it remains a “vibrant” industry, “due to the very hard work of the fishermen themselves,” she explained, but it took a lot of marketing power to draw business back to local inlets such as the Viking Village in Barnegat Light.

Realizations As Vaz puts it: “There is no viable Plan B for tourism when your roller coaster and other amusement rides are sitting on the bottom of the ocean.”

In other words, there is really no back up plan that will prevent a natural disaster like Superstorm Sandy from washing away that which makes a tourist destination thrive. One thing that Vaz and Lancellotti agree on is that all we can do is be knowledgeable and work hard to overcome it.

Lancellotti challenges local businesses that make their livelihood off of tourism to ask (Tourism - See Page 20)

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Continued From Page 1 “This directly affected the quality of education for all students. When the students who need the assistance of the aide in order to be able to be participate fully don’t have that help, the classroom teacher becomes the person who must meet the individual student’s special needs. This in turn takes instruction time from the entire class.”

One of his goals is to work on fi nding budgetary solutions that would avoid impacting students’ educational needs. This would include fi nding alternate funding sources, such as grants and sponsorships, that would afford the district the ability to offer its students more and better programming.

In addition, Scanlon wants to reinstate Developmental Kindergarten and Transitional First Grade, “two programs that I know were beneficial in identifying and working with learning needs at an early stage.”

Gavin Rozzi As one of the younger candidates, Gavin Rozzi’s focus is “students fi rst” as well as holding elected officials accountable to the pubic they serve.

Rozzi is campaigning in tandem with candidates Sal Armato and Sonia Marchitello on behalf of the student and the taxpayer.

Rozzi is a full-time graduate student pursuing his Master’s degree in Data Science and Strategic Analytics at Stockton Uni-

The Southern Ocean Times, November 2, 2019, Page 5 versity. He has previously worked as an undergraduate teaching assistant, a writer on politics and public affairs for Ocean County Politics, as well as an independent web developer. As a web developer, Rozzi has been able to create such sites as OPRAmachine, “that increase government transparency & accessibility,” he said.

While this would be Rozzi’s fi rst experience in public office, he assures voters, “I know a lot about the structure of government and how it works, having obtained a B.A. in Political Science from Stockton University.”

Not only this, but Rozzi is a regular at Lacey Township Committee meetings.

He has also served on the school district’s technology leadership committee in 2012, appointed by the superintendent to help shape technology upgrades for the district.

In line with other candidates, Rozzi’s main concern for the Lacey School District is the cuts to state aid “and other outside threats to school funding.”

“I would like to advocate at a state level to push the state Department of Education to publish the math behind the current school funding formula, which has been requested by neighboring districts,” Rozzi told Jersey Shore Online.

Rozzi has also expressed concern over the way that current board members manage the district’s fi nances.

“For example, the school district’s solar panel project was investigated by the state for mismanagement and left the district with significant debt. Along that vein, I am concerned about the 2015 credit rat-

ing downgrade from Standard & Poor’s,” said Rozzi.

Similar to his endeavor with the OPRAmachine site, Rozzi is aiming to make those in charge more accountable and increase transparency between public officials and the community.

“I would also like to increase citizen involvement and participation by creating a Citizen’s Budget Advisory Council to solicit feedback from members of the community on the annual school budget,” he added. “I would also like to use my knowledge of technology to help steer the district’s pursuit of technology upgrades and prioritize cyber security in order to protect the district from ransomware and online security threats.”

Sonia Marchitello Campaigning alongside Rozzi, Sonia Marchitello is one-third of the self-proclaimed “Team for the Taxpayers.”

Marchitello is both a mother and a nurse who is looking to increase transparency between the board and local parents, while also creating the best possible experience for the student.

“The plan is to focus on hidden areas of costs and expenses, stabilize taxes, and maximize education for each student,” Marchitello told Jersey Shore Online.

With the massive cuts to state aid, as well as decreasing enrollment in the district, Marchitello is calling for a fresh start.

“Enrollment has dropped by over 1,000 students in the last 10 years,” she explained. “In 2009, the District had approx-

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“This catastrophic demise must be stopped by fresh, honest, fearless, objective stakeholders to stand up to the nepotism, poor decision making, and ensuring accountability of administration,” she added.

Marchitello’s plan of attack also targets student pride, saying that moral must be restored in order for students to succeed.

Sal Armato Sal Armato is running alongside Rozzi and Marchitello on the “Team for the Taxpayers.” Armato did not respond to Jersey Shore Online’s inquires by press time.

On the Marchitello, Rozzi & Armato for Lacey Board of Education Facebook page, the following post defi nes what the three are planning to change: “More of the same is not going to fi x the problems confronting our district. The Department of Education has rated performance at Lacey Township High School, and found that students were performing below average on both English and math assessments.

“Raising student achievement will be one of our top priorities when elected. Our children deserve a quality education and we cannot afford to allow the decline of our schools to continue.”

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MICROMEDIA PUBLICATIONS OPENS NEW HQ IN OCEAN COUNTY LAKEHURST – Micromedia Publications, the local media organization behind seven weekly newspapers in Ocean and Monmouth Counties and the website Jersey Shore Online, is pleased to announce the relocation of their headquarters in the borough of Lakehurst, New Jersey.

The new storefront office, located at 683 Route 70 in the Lakehurst Circle Center, supports Micromedia’s future growth and provides the public with greater access to their community newspaper.

Micromedia was founded in 1995 by Stew Swann and Robyn Friedrich in the basement of Swann’s Pine Lake Park home. After the successful launch of The Manchester Times in April of that year, the organization introduced The Berkeley Times in 1996. With the growth came a need for an office and they set up shop on Union Avenue in the borough.

In the 24 years since its inception, Micromedia has expanded to seven print publications, launched a hyper local, breaking news website and developed a far-reaching network of social media pages. The company also serves as a news content provider to local non-profit radio station 91.9 WBNJ-FM in Barnegat.

The previous office was no longer adequate for the company’s ever-changing needs.

“Moving from our home of more than 20 years was a bittersweet decision, since it was a place which holds many warm memories and saw the growth of our business and our commitment to our readers and advertisers throughout those years,” said Stew Swann, President and Publisher.

Swann added “Unfortunately, the years also took

their toll on what was already a very old building when we moved in those many years ago, necessitating our relocation to more modern office space -- but we wanted to remain in Lakehurst because of our commitment to the borough and to the business neighbors who still remain our dear friends.”

Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Jason Allentoff, who helped facilitate the move, is elated with the new 1,221-square-foot workplace.

Allentoff said “the previous office was no longer cutting the mustard. The building was falling apart, and we all wanted greener pastures. The sales, production, news and distribution teams are all happier in the new space.”

So, how does the new stateof-the-art content center benefit the public? Allentoff explains “Micromedia’s core mission

is centered around the importance of community. So, come on in! You can stop by to grab the latest edition, place a classified or display advertisement, drop off a news tip, public service announcement or letter to the editor, purchase Jersey Shore Online water bottles & other goodies and pick up prizes from the contests we run in-print and online.”

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY F EATURED L ETTER Business Association Growing I’m so thankful to share the growth and success of Central Ocean Business Association (COBA) which has been such a benefit to many local business owners and professionals over the past three years as well as the towns and residents we serve.

It started with an idea, an idea I had and presented to a few local trusted business professionals and owners.

Then with support I raised the idea and question to Mayor Carmen Amato of Berkeley. At the time I was working and very active in the Berkeley market in the banking industry. I saw a need to create a business group/association similar to one I was president of in the past in Union County. Not a group to take away from local Chambers of Commerce but one to encourage, educate and support local business and local economy. This was needed not only in Berkeley but just north in

Beachwood, Ocean Gate, Pine Beach and South Toms River.

When first sharing with Mayor Amato I received a welcome immediately to their next Economic Development Commission meeting and was called to speak about this idea. It was great to see a local governmental body so focused on economic development and “pro-business.”

After receiving full support, the idea started to become a reality. After forming a strong all volunteer Board of Directors and filing appropriate 501(c)(6) paperwork we called our first meeting on November 17, 2016 at Cassertano’s Cucina in Beachwood. After seeing the initial turnout and interest not only from the immediate area but further, COBA began to grow and grow fast! By May 2017 we found a new home for our popular Breakfast Networking at The Lamp Post Inn in Pine Beach. Members joined and brought guests, the affordability of annu-

al dues at $100 for regular businesses and $50 for 501(c) (3) nonprofits supported our growth. Plus keeping event registration costs low or free helped while offering very affordable sponsorships to speak and share about your events.

On February 20, 2018 we held an evening event at Heritage Square where the cherished Bayville Dinosaur stands not only to help secure funds to restore the dinosaur but to celebrate at the time 100 members! Our meetings continue monthly and we encourage you to join us and check our website for upcoming events.

The initial support by Mayor Carmen Amato was quickly followed by Mayor Ronald Roma of Beachwood, Mayor Paul Kennedy of Ocean Gate, Mayor Lawrence Cuneo of Pine Beach, former South Toms River Mayor Oscar Cradle, current Mayor Gregory Handshy and current Borough Administrator Joe Kostecki of South Toms

River. Also this year councilman and former Mayor Peter Curatolo, former Mayor Nick Juliano and current Mayor Tim McDonald of Lacey supported our formal movement to serve Lacey.

As of today COBA not only supports economic growth and business owners and professionals in Berkeley but Beachwood, Lacey, Ocean Gate, Pine Beach and South Toms River. COBA continues to act as a liaison between local government and business owners.

Our website was created at no cost by Wingman Planning in Manasquan who still to this day dedicates hours of service to COBA and created our state-of-the-art website which our members utilize their profiles and take advantage of the free banner space on the website pages. At COBA we value our members and are beyond thankful for their support over these past three years and into the future. We are also extremely happy to share

this year we have surpassed 200 members!

Starting January, 2020 I will step down as President but will still serve as Past President of COBA and the Membership and Government Relations Committee and supporting the incoming President and current Vice President (Founding Board Member), Alexandra Nieves-Martinez, Esq. The 2020 Executive Board will include Andrew Chupa, Vice President (Founding Board Member); Pasquale Gievelekian, Esq. CPA, Treasurer (Founding Board Member), and Sabrina Licastro, Secretary. The 2020 Board of Directors include: Jonathan Bergman, Cindy Brennan (Founding Board Member), Jennifer Dreher, Richard Fingerlin (Founding Board Member), Alyssa Giglio, Louisa Kasper, David Nicola (Founding Board Member), Matt Portnoy (Founding Board Member), and Sara Sardella.

Our website really shares so much about COBA and in-

cludes pictures from all our past events and lists future events scheduled. You can see our members and our board members and those who serve on committees. Our Community Page also lists local Community Events. We encourage you to shop local and use the services of our members for they are part of our community. Also like our Facebook Page as over 500 already follow COBA on FB. facebook.com/cobanj/.

If you are a local business owner or professional join us 8 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 15 for the breakfast networking at the Beachwood Community Center, 147 Compass Ave. A small celebration of the first three years will be part of it. Pre-registration is at cobanj.org/Cobaevents.

COBA Looks forward to Serving You! John V. Crisafulli COBA President 2016-2019

Letters To The Editor Regarding Farmingdale Incident On Oct. 18 Police officers occupy a unique place in our society. We are tasked with the responsibility to protect

life. In the service of this task, police officers must be prepared to utilize potentially deadly force to accomplish that end. This is not a recommendation but a requirement of our job.

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mentally to perform a task that we hope we may never be required to perform.

We must be prepared to make a life or death decision at a moment’s notice.

For many officers this is a day that never comes, for all officers it is a day we hope will never come, but for some officers we realize this day is an inevitability.

Unfortunately that day came for one of our own.

A Howell Township Police Off icer was forced to perform the most difficult requirement of this job. Fortunately, the officer was well-trained and well-prepared to meet this responsibility. Our officer’s actions were necessary to protect the further loss of life. Our officer perfor med these duties with honor, integrity, and professionalism.

Letters To The EditorManchester. Reusable shopThe Howell Township Ban Plastic PBA supports the actions of the primary officer and all the assisting officers involved in this incident f u l ly a nd w it hout reser vation. We have f ull conf idence i n the men and women of this police department, in their training, abilities, intent, and motivation to serve.

We also recognize and are grateful for the support, both public and private, that our officers have received from Chief Andrew Kud r ick and the entire Howell Township Police Administration.

We offer our condolences to all that have been impacted, in any way, by this tragic event.

Jim Alexander President Howell Township PBA Local 228

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Many New Jersey towns have banned the use of single-use plastics, and currently, the Manchester Environmental Commission is proposing similar legislation. However, there’s no need to wait for the ban that will eventually come to

ping bags are available for purchase at every grocery store, department store, dollar store...they’re so easy to get. Throw them in your car, hang one on your door knob; whatever it takes to remember to bring it into the store with you and leave the store bags in the store. Will your participation make a difference? You bet it will.

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

Police Ditch The Razor In The Name Of Fighting Cancer

By Kimberly Bosco LACEY – Lacey Police will be breaking protocol this November, but at least it’s for a good cause.

Beginning November 1, Lacey Police and Emergency Services will once again be participating in “No Shave November” to raise awareness and funds for cancer. Members from the Forked River, Lanoka Harbor, and Bamber Lakes Fire Departments, Lacey and Lanoka Harbor EMS, and the Lacey Township Dive Team will also partake in the fundraising challenge.

True to its name, “No Shave November” will run throughout the month, ending on November 30.

Normally police officers are clean shaven while on duty, but “No Shave November” allows these local officers to get a “little hairy” for a good cause. For example, you may see uniformed police officers sporting beards and mustaches, all in the name of fighting cancer.

All funds raised during “No Shave November” will benefit charities including Prevent Cancer Foundation, Fight Colorectal Cancer, and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Lacey Township Police and the Emergency Services are not taking donations directly. Donations should be made directly to No-Shave. org under the Lacey Township Challenge.

Visit the site and donate to help Lacey reach its donation goal of $4,000!

“I want to thank Sergeant George Resetar for coordinating this initiative. Additionally, I want to thank all of my police officers and the members of the emergency services for their dedication and assistance with this event,” said Chief Michael DiBella. “At the conclusion of this event, the Lacey Township Police Department grooming policy will be back in full effect until next year’s No-Shave November.”

For more information, contact Sergeant George Resetar at the Lacey Township Police Department at 609-693-6636 ext. 2590.

Barnegat Bay Sailing Hall Of Fame Induction Nov. 9

TOMS RIVER — The 2019 Barnegat Bay Sailing Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Cocktail Reception is set for Saturday, November 9, at 6 p.m. in the Ocean County College Gymnasium.

This year’s inductees include: Ms. Louise Colie, Mr. Dan Crabbe, Mr. Clay Johnson, Mr. Peter Kellogg, Mr. Ed Vienckowski, Mr. Newt Wattis, and Mr. Roy Wilkins.

The Barnegat Bay Sailing Hall of Fame promotes and preserves the area’s maritime heritage by recognizing individuals whose accomplishments on the water and/or on shore have significantly enhanced Barnegat Bay’s

maritime character and strengthened its status as a maritime center.

Organized in 2004, the Barnegat Bay Sailing Hall of Fame recognizes not only sailors with ties to Barnegat Bay but also those who have achieved excellence in the sport of sailing and/ or contributed to the sport in some extraordinary manner.

Tickets are $80 per person, and are available at go.ocean.edu/BBSHF. Proceeds support the OCC Sailing Program.

For more information, contact the Barnegat Bay Sailing Hall of Fame at bbsailinghof@ gmail.com.

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MANAHAWKIN—Southern Ocean Medical Center is hosting two free upcoming lectures this month.

The first is “Are You Getting a Good Night’s Sleep?” at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, at Tilton Fitness, 700 Route 9 South, West Creek.

Attendees will learn how to change their sleep habits for a better night’s rest. Registration is required, visit HackensackMeridianHealth. org/Events or call 1-800-560-9990.

The second lecture is “Understanding Mem-

ory Loss and Memory Screenings” from 1 – 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 6 at the Stafford branch of the Ocean County Library, 129 N Main St. Attendees will learn about memory loss as you age and ways to keep your mind sharp.

Memory screenings will be provided.

Registration is required for both the seminar and screenings. Visit HackensackMeridianHealth.org/Events or call 1-800-560-9990 to register.

Manahawkin United Methodist Women’s Bazaar

MANAHAWKIN – The Manahawkin United Methodist Women will hold their annual Bazaar on Saturday, November 9, 2019 from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the church Fellowship Hall at 116 Stafford Avenue, Manahawkin, NJ. Featured

will be attic treasures, jewelry, new gift items, toys, books, and a bake table. Lunch consisting of homemade vegetable beef or vegetarian vegetable soup with French bread, beverage and dessert will be available from 11 a.m.

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BARNEGAT – Congratulations to Barnegat VFW Post 10092 for being awarded the National Outstanding Community Service Award by VFW National Headquarters. The

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Southern Regional Sports News

MANAHAWKIN – Congratulations Southern Regional Girls Soccer on defeating Lacey Township 3-2 on Senior Night, Thursday, October 17, 2019. Thank you to the seniors for all they have done for Southern.

Congratulations Southern Regional Girls Soccer senior Megan Lockwood on breaking both the career and season records for assists in school history.

Congratulations Southern Regional High School Football on defeating Middletown North on Friday, October 11, 2019 by a score of 21-14. With the win, the Rams clinched the Shore Conference Constitution Division Championship. It is the 3rd divisional title in school history. Congratulations players, coaches, parents, faculty, and staff, BOE, administrators, alumni and fans.

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Volleyball on defeating TR North on Tuesday, October 15, 2019 on Senior Night. Thank you seniors for all you have done for Southern!

Congratulations Southern Regional Field Hockey on defeating Middletown South 2-0 in the quarterfinal round of the Shore Conference Tournament on Tuesday, Oct. 15. Southern’s victory also gave Head Coach Jenna Lombardo - Adams her 100th career win.

Congratulations Southern Regional Girls Tennis on defeating Pemberton 5-0 on Senior Day, Thursday, October 17, 2019.

Congratulations Southern Regional Girls Cross Country on winning the 2019 Ocean County Championship on Thursday, October 17.

Congratulations Southern Regional Boys Cross Country on winning the 2019 Ocean County Championship on Thursday, October 17.

SOMC To Host Holiday Game Day STAFFORD – Southern Ocean Medical Center Foundation will host a Holiday Game Day at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 19 at the Bay Avenue Community Center, 775 East Bay Ave. Manahawkin.

Bring your own cards/games. Table reservations are available for four or six people.

A light lunch of sandwiches, salads, desserts, coffee and tea will be served.

Everyone is welcome to this event. Tickets are $15 and must be purchased by Nov. 8.

Make checks payable for SOCH Auxiliary.

For tickets and further information call Terry Hardiman at 609-494-7022.

All proceeds benefit Southern Ocean Medical Center. Attendees are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items to be donated to a local food bank.

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Stafford Library Offers Variety Of Programs In November

STAFFORD – The Stafford branch of the Ocean County Library, 129 N. Main St., is offering a variety of adult and children programs during the month of November. For programs requiring registration call 609-597-3381 or register online by visiting theoceancountylibrary.org.

All Fridays at 12:30 – 4:30 p.m. Mahjong - All are welcome. No registration required.

All Mondays 9 a.m.- noon Bridge Group - All are welcome. No registration required.

Nov. 6, 2 p.m. Online Banking - Learn the benefits of online banking, how to protect yourself from scams, and other tools to make your finances hassle-free. Registration required.

Nov. 6, and 20, 10:30 a.m. Wigglers & Walkers - Stories, songs, and play for children under 2 years of age. Registration required.

Nov. 11, 6 p.m. Lecture 6:45 p.m. - Art History Lecture: Italian Baroque-Caravaggio: The Rebel Painter. Pine Shores Art Association presents Professor Lisa Festa, Ph.D of Georgian Court University discussing the formative influence on Baroque painting by Caravaggio. Registration required.

Nov. 8 10 a.m. Fall Harvest Art - Join us for two art projects to celebrate Fall. Little ones will enjoy the process while older children focus on details. Ages 1½ – 12 years. Registration required.

Nov. 9 1 p.m. Paws for Reading - Practice your reading skills in the company of gentle therapy dogs. Drop in. No registration required.

Nov. 13 10:30 a.m. Homeschool Book Club - In this new group we’ll explore a book each month through discussion and activities. Visit the library or check our online calendar for this

month’s selection. Feel free to bring your own snacks and beverages. Titles will be geared toward those ages 6 – 9, but interested children (younger or older) and siblings are welcome.

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Nov. 14, 6:30 p.m. Grossology - Join us for icky and gross learning opportunities and fun.

A presentation, experiments, and activities will be included. Ages 5 – 12. Registration required.

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Nov. 21, 6 – 7:30 p.m. LEGO™ Builders Club - Build and play in our Children’s Room. Best for ages 3 – 12; siblings welcome. Drop in. No registration required.

Nov. 22, 10:30 a.m. Movers & Shakers - Stories, music, and movement for children ages 1½ – 4 years. Registration required.

Nov. 12, 10:30 a.m. - OCL Puppet Show Players Present: “Dragon Was Terrible.” We all know dragons are terrible, but this one is especially terrible. He scribbles in books and steals candy from baby unicorns. This puppet show is based on Kelly DiPucchio’s Dragon Was Terrible. Ages 2 and up. Registration is required.

Nov. 23, 10:30 a.m. Once Upon a Saturday - Stories, songs, and a craft. Best for children under 5. Registration is required.

Nov. 12. 10:30 a.m. Genealogy: Thankful for Family - Explore your family tree and learn to use the library’s Ancestry.com database. Registration required.

Congressman To Hold Veterans Day Town Hall

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – Congressman Andy Kim (D-3rd) will be holding a town hall meeting focusing on veterans on Nov. 11 at 5 p.m. at Ocean County College’s Gateway Building Lecture Hall.

Veterans throughout the district will be discussing issues important to them, Kim said.

In the past, he has supported a new Veterans Administration clinic in Ocean County, and

has introduced legislation to protect veterans from VA mistakes.

“Our town halls are my chance to hear from you on what’s important, and as we approach Veterans Day, hearing from veterans in Ocean and Burlington Counties is one of the most important things we can do,” said Congressman Kim. “Our Congressional District has more veterans than any other in New Jersey, and their issues impact us all.”

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Urgent Care Now Earns Antibiotic Stewardship Commendation

OCEAN COUNTY – Urgent Care Now, with four locations in Ocean County - Manahawkin, Lacey, Toms River and Little Egg Harbor has earned the Antibiotic Stewardship Commendation from the Urgent Care Association (UCA) and College of Urgent Care Medicine (CUCM). In achieving this Commendation, Urgent Care Now has demonstrated a commitment to responsible prescribing practices of antibiotics.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), each year in the U.S. at least 2 million people acquire an antibiotic-resistant infection, and at least 23,000 people die as a result of antimicrobial resistance.

UCA and CUCM developed the Antibiotic Stewardship Commendation program to help urgent care centers design and implement comprehensive stewardship strategies.

In order to achieve the Commendation, UCA and CUCM require urgent care centers to provide evidence demonstrating their compliance with the Core Elements of Outpatient Antibiotic Stewardship developed by the CDC.

The CDC program provides a framework for antibiotic stewardship in the outpatient setting focused on four key elements: Commitment: Demonstrate dedication to and accountability for optimizing antibiotic prescribing and patient safety Action for Policy and Practice: Implement at least one policy or practice to improve responsible prescribing and assess its efficacy with an Antibiotic Stewardship Quality Plan Tracking and Reporting: Monitor antibiotic prescribing and offer regular feedback to clinicians Education and Expertise: Provide educational resources to clinicians and patients on antibiotic prescribing and ensure access to needed expertise on optimizing prescribing practice In earning the Antibiotic Stewardship Commendation, Urgent Care Now has demonstrated that they are committed to safeguarding antibiotic use for future generations. For more information about the Antibiotic Stewardship Commendation program, visit ucaoa.org/ ABSCommendation.

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While the Trump administration has been successful in repealing the Obamacare requirement which dictates that one must buy health insurance or pay a tax penalty, the law itself still stands.

Beginning November 1, 2019, you can begin your application to enroll in a 2020 health plan. You must enroll before December 15, 2019 unless you qualify for a Special Enrollment Period.

There are certain life changes that can qualify you for a Special Enrollment Period including getting married, having a baby or adopting a child, getting divorced or legally separated, death of someone on your marketplace plan, moving, and loss of health insurance among others, according to Healthcare.gov.

Plans sold during the 2020 Open Enrollment period will take effect on January 1, 2020.

In addition, the amount you pay for insurance has to do with your income. At healthcare.gov/lower-costs, you can take a quick survey to estimate how much your premium will be based on your household size and income.

According to a report by CNN, the average premium for the benchmark health insurance plan will drop 4 percent for the 2020 coverage year.

Now that Open Enrollment season is in full swing, you have a plethora of options to choose from to apply: • Online at healthcare.gov • By phone at 1-800-318-2596 (TTY: 1-855889-4325) • With in-person help • Through an agent or broker • Through certified enrollment partner websites • With a paper application More information on how to apply can be found at healthcare.gov/apply-and-enroll/ how-to-apply/. Healthcare.gov also provides a check-list to help you gather the necessary items before starting an application.

This can be found at: healthcare.gov/downloads/apply-for-or-renew-coverage.pdf.

In addition, Ocean County Senior Services will be offering up one-on-one assistance for local seniors in enrolling in Medicare.

Medicare Part D Days will provide local seniors with one-on-one assistance, held at the County Connection at the Ocean County Mall on November 6, 8, 13 and 14 and also December 4 and 5.

Appointments are available from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. with the last appointment at 2:30 p.m. Appointments can be scheduled by calling 732-288-7777. Ask for Donna to register.

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In the State of N.J., a trial period to test drive hearing aids is not required by law. However, in 98% of other States, you would receive 30 or 45 days to wear and evaluate the hearing instruments and return the system to the hearing care provider if you’re not satisfied. In fact, certain providers will give you greater than two months to return the hearing aid system. If you return the hearing aids, there may be a small restocking fee which is typically 5%-10% of the total purchase price.

This restocking fee is very common, however, feel free to negotiate that percentage. Remember, the hearing care professional is spending time with you and should be compensated for his/her time.

For those of you who have never worn a hearing aid, it will take time for your brain to acclimate to all of the sounds we “normally” hear and for many of us, it could take at least

30 days. In fact, “new” hearing aid users are typically not fit at 100% prescription during the initial fi rst fit.

More often than not, the new hearing aid user is set between 80-85% of predicted prescription for the patients hearing loss. It will usually require at least two additional follow up visits to reach close to 100%. The more “time” the hearing care professional wants to spend with you, the greater the chances of a successful experience.

In my opinion, I believe all potential hearing aid patients need a minimum of 45 days to acclimate to wearing hearing aids and at least two follow up visits need to occur after the initial fitting. Any practice that does not offer this should not be considered using best practices and I would look elsewhere to improve your hearing.

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

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By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. I recently wrote about some impressive tests that you can self-order, thus taking the headache out of getting lab tests. But what about the important instructions that come with some lab tests, and what are the best instructions to follow if you have a surgery scheduled.

The most common inquiry is this: Do I really need to stop all my medications before this test?

This question isn’t easy to answer because some medications are needed for comfort and well-being. For example, what if you are reliant on your morning pill for acid reflux?

You can safely stop it abruptly, but, if you don’t take it, you will be very uncomfortable.

Another example is with analgesics like tramadol, oxycodone and morphine. You can’t just suddenly stop those or you’ll slip into withdrawal pretty quickly! Ask if you’re allowed to take those two the morning of your procedure.

You also cannot suddenly stop an anti-depressant or anti-epileptic drug. These and many other medications all require slow tapering to get off. If you suddenly discontinue certain drugs, then you could encounter dangerous withdrawal symptoms, even seizures. I can see why this question comes up a lot for patients. Ask well before your surgery so you don’t have to reschedule due to this type of oversight.

Blood thinners are the most dangerous ones to remain on if you’re having surgery, or some procedure that requires an IV drip or a blood draw, like a colonoscopy for example. You do not want your blood to be super thin when you go in for these procedures or the bleeding could become profuse or internalized. So for sure, you do not want to be on blood thinning

drugs for at least 3 days prior to some tests: Anticoagulants • Warfarin (Coumadin) • Enoxaparin • Clopidogrel • Ticlopidine • Aspirin • Ibuprofen and other NSAIDs • Dipyridamole Another category of medications that people don’t usually warn about, but I feel should be included in this conversation are those drugs that slow down your heart rate. My reasoning is that anesthesia also slows down your heart rate and the combo could lead to severe bradycardia. I’m referring to “beta” and “calcium” channel blockers.

Another important question is, “Should I really stop eating and drinking before a test?”

The blanket answer is YES! If the facility or hospital puts that request on your instruction sheet, you should follow it. Eating and drinking too close to surgery could force a reschedule of the surgery. The worry is aspiration.

As for other tests, it becomes less clear. For example, if you are scheduled to have a pelvic ultrasound to see your cervix or ovaries, I’m not sure why food would be a problem!

And likewise, I do not understand the need for “no food or drink” if you’re having a thyroid blood test. You probably should eat before that type of test, the results will be more realistic.

There are certain things that you should not take or eat before a urine test. The list is very long but generally speaking avoid beets, coffee, caffeinated tea and B vitamins.

For a much longer version of this article, sign up for my free newsletter (suzycohen. com) and I’ll send you the comprehensive article by email.

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Larsen’s professional experience also includes her position as workshop instructor at Ocean County College; former editor-in-chief of Seascape Literary Magazine at Ocean County College; and a volunteer Project Coordinator for the nonprofit Jersey Cares.

“I personally enjoy leading the cleanup events in Island Beach State Park, a wonderful event for anyone who loves the beach,” Larsen added.

Should Larsen nab a seat on the board, this would be her fi rst experience holding public office.

“As one of the only independent candidates running in Lacey, I have been ambitious in my journey into politics. I look forward to my continuing effort to fight for change in Lacey Schools,” she told Jersey Shore Online.

Larsen identified proficiency as a significant issue that Lacey students face.

“With a 90% graduation rate, students are entering college/military/a vocation with only 50% proficiency in reading/writing and 36% proficiency in mathematics.

Blatantly, students in Lacey Township are not succeeding to their fullest extent, and despite most students being enrolled in “college prep” courses, the majority are not entering college prepared,” she explained.

While Larsen does not place the blame on the educators themselves, she does assert

that poor proficiency can lead to decreased academic success.

“Increased standardized testing, taking weeks off students’ and teachers’ schedules, leaves a lot of pressure on everyone involved. Placement has taken priority over a true, meaningful education,” said Larsen.

Also on the top of her list: mental health.

“A new law signed by Governor Murphy will be implemented in 2020, requiring all K-12 public schools across New Jersey to have mental health education. As a candidate, I want to ensure this program is implemented in the most seamless fashion, taking into account each school and its age group,” Larsen added. “I want to develop an individualized approach to mental health in Lacey Schools, ensuring each student has access to crucial mental health resources.”

Larsen plans to approach the duties of a board member with the issues that students care about in her mind. This also includes: making sure the bathrooms are available, emphasizing the inconsistencies in discipline that has led to the violation of students’ rights previously, ensuring students are comfortable in their environments, and implementing more creativity in our schools.

“And perhaps most importantly, special education in Lacey Township needs to be fiscally defended. All students are entitled to equal opportunities towards academic success,” said Larsen.

While the following candidates did not

respond to Jersey Shore Online’s inquiries as of press time, the following information has been provided via the Downing, Giordano, McAvoy & Peters for Lacey Township Board of Education Facebook page.

Shawn Giordano Incumbent Shawn Giordano has been a resident of Lacey Township for nearly 49 years, graduating from Lacey Township High School in 1988.

For the past 25 years, Giordano has worked in the technology industry, serving in sales, leadership, and executive management positions at both large and small technology organizations.

Giordano currently serves as president of the Lacey Board of Education, having served as vice president and Finance Committee chair in the past. He is now seeking reelection for a third term on the board.

“You have a sense of “Lions Pride” when you grow up here, and for me, that is the driving force why I chose to run and serve on the Board of Education. To be able to give back to the community where I had such a great school experience is a humbling opportunity,” wrote Giordano on the Facebook page.

According to the team’s campaign page, Giordano’s vision for the future of Lacey schools includes: • Expansion of preschool programs and the creation of an early childhood learning center • Better preparation of graduating students for success after high school • Increased focus on fi nancial life skills in curriculum • Better SAT preparation and study habits Continued focus on infrastructure and fi nancial management Linda Downing Incumbent Linda Downing has been a resident of Lacey Township for over 35 years and now has three grandchildren presently attending Lacey schools.

Downing currently serves as a member of the board and is seeking reelection for her 10th term. A member of the board since 1992, Downing has worn many hats, serving as president, vice president, as well as on numerous committees. She also served as President and Vice President of the Ocean County School Board Association in 1995-1999.

Downing is now retired, but previously worked for 44 years as an educator in the Toms River Regional School System.

She taught fi rst grade for 25 years before moving into administration as a Supervisor of Instruction, Assistant Principal and fi nishing her career as a Principal for 16 years.

Downing currently serves as an Interim Supervisor in Special Services.

Downing’s vision for the future of Lacey schools includes: • Re-institution of Developmental Kindergarten and/or Transitional First • Improvement of the Gifted and Talented program • Continue to work towards implementation of a Foreign Exchange Program at Lacey High School to generate revenue and to educate students to understand

different cultures • Continue to expand the Humanities Academy, STEM, and the Ocean County College Academy • Continue to be proactive in improving and implementing safety procedures in our schools to keep our children SAFE. Donna McAvoy Donna McAvoy is also a longtime resident of Lacey Township, former educator, and former board member. McAvoy served as an educator for the Galloway Township Public School District for 29 years. She also served on the Lacey Board of Education from 2014-2017.

She did not seek reelection when her parents fell ill. She is now running again.

As an educator: “In my district, I was a member of the Technology Committee, Curriculum Committee, and served as a Team Leader in my school. I am proud that I was elected Teacher of the Year and recognized for making an exceptional contribution to the school and the local community by creating relevant, appropriate, innovative and challenging opportunities that helped students learn. Two years ago, I chaired a committee that won my school the prestigious Silver Certification from Sustainable Jersey for Schools,” wrote McAvoy to the campaign page.

In addition, McAvoy is an active member of the Lacey community, serving 23 years as president of the PTA/PTSA on both the elementary and high school levels, as well as several terms as PTA/PTSA Vice President and Secretary.

“With three very active children, I have served on the executive boards of several local sports organizations. Among them Lacey Lightning Travel Baseball, Lacey Pride Lacrosse Club, and Lacey Roller Hockey, besides coaching for the Lacey Soccer Club when my boys were young,” wrote McAvoy.

She also serves as chairperson for the Lacey Food Bank Saturday Volunteers, is an active member of the Lacey Township Task Force, is an active volunteer with Hope Sheds Light, and serves as a member of the Rotary of Forked River and Lacey Elks.

“I believe in the value of quality public education in a safe environment for all children, and in these challenging times, communication, leadership and above all, accountability need to be the hallmarks of the Lacey Township Board of Education. I want to bring a new energy to the Board, an energy that encourages educational goals, listens to resident’s concerns, works with parent organizations, researches issues and supports full disclosure as allowed by law,” McAvoy added.

McAvoy’s vision for the future of Lacey schools includes: • Brining ROTC to our district • Offering more Work Readiness & Employability classes to high school students • Researching successful districts and their best practices to generate income • Implementing School-Based Programs to educate and prevent substance and alcohol abuse beginning in 5th grade • Less time spent on testing in the elementary grades

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I can’t say that New Jersey does a lot of things right, but I have to admit that our consumer protection laws are some of the best in the country.

When dealing with motorized wheelchairs a “consumer” is defined as the purchaser of the motorized wheelchair, if the motorized wheelchair was purchased from a motorized wheelchair dealer or manufacturer for purposes other than resale. A “consumer” is also a person to whom the motorized wheelchair is transferred for purposes other than resale, if the transfer occurs before the expiration of an express warranty applicable to the motorized wheelchair.

A manufacturer who sells a motorized wheelchair to a “consumer”, either directly or through a motorized wheelchair dealer, shall furnish the consumer with an express (written) warranty for the motorized wheelchair. The duration of the express warranty shall be at least one year. In the event the consumer does not receive the express warranty then the manufacturer shall be deemed to have expressly warranted to the consumer that, for a period of one year from the date of the first delivery to the consumer, the motorized wheelchair will be free from any condition or defect which substantially impairs the value of the wheelchair to the consumer.

If the wheelchair has what is called a “Nonconformity” this means that a condition or defect substantially impairs the use, value or safety of the motorized wheelchair, and that is covered by an express warranty. A “Nonconformity” does not include a condition or defect that is the result of abuse, neglect or unauthorized modification or alteration of the motorized wheelchair by the consumer.

If a new motorized wheelchair does not conform to an applicable express warranty and the consumer reports the nonconformity to the manufacturer, the wheelchair lessor or any of the manufacturer’s authorized dealers and makes the wheelchair available for repair before one year after first delivery of the wheelchair to a consumer then the nonconformity shall be repaired at no charge to the consumer by the manufacturer. However, the consumer must provide the manufacturer a reasonable attempt to repair the wheelchair.

“Reasonable attempt to repair” means, within the term of an express warranty applicable, or within one year after first delivery of the wheelchair to the consumer, whichever is sooner, that: (1) the wheelchair has been in for repair three or more times and the nonconformity continues, or (2) the motorized wheelchair is out of service for an aggregate of at least 20 days due to a nonconformity after having been returned to the manufacturer, wheelchair lessor, or any of the manufacturer’s authorized dealers

for repair.

If, after a reasonable Michael J. Deem attempt to repair, the nonconformity is not repaired then the manufacturer shall, at the direction of a consumer (other than a consumer who leases a motorized wheelchair from a motorized wheelchair dealer), either (1) accept return of the wheelchair and replace the wheelchair with a comparable new one and refund any collateral costs; or (2) accept return of the wheelchair and refund to the consumer and to any holder of a Note on the wheelchair the full purchase price plus any finance charge amount paid by the consumer at the point of sale and collateral costs, less a reasonable allowance for use.

In order to receive a comparable new motorized wheelchair or a refund a consumer shall offer to transfer possession of the defective wheelchair to the manufacturer.

No later than 30 days after that offer, the manufacturer shall provide the consumer with the comparable new motorized wheelchair or a refund. When the manufacturer provides the new motorized wheelchair or refund, the consumer shall return the defective wheelchair to the manufacturer, along with any endorsements necessary to transfer legal possession to the manufacturer.

In order to receive a refund a consumer shall: (a) offer to return the defective wheelchair to its manufacturer. No later than 30 days after that offer, the manufacturer shall provide the refund to the consumer. When the manufacturer provides the refund, the consumer shall return to the wheelchair; and (b) offer to transfer possession of the wheelchair to its manufacturer. No later than 30 days after that offer, the manufacturer shall provide the refund to the motorized wheelchair lessor. When the manufacturer provides the refund, the motorized wheelchair lessor shall provide to the manufacturer any endorsements necessary to transfer legal possession to the manufacturer.

Also, keep in mind that any lease of a motorized wheelchair shall not be enforceable after the consumer receives a refund for the leased motorized wheelchair.

No motorized wheelchair returned by a consumer or motorized wheelchair lessor in this State or by a consumer or motorized wheelchair lessor in another state shall be sold or leased again in this New Jersey unless full disclosure of the reasons for return is made to any prospective buyer or lessee.

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“They need to be proactive,” she said.

It wasn’t really until Sandy that the Ocean County Tourism Department really began marketing out of the normal realm. Once it was realized that the damage done by Sandy could mean much less newcomers and the loss of regular visitors, Lancellotti said that out-of-state marketing became of great importance.

Sandy has “shifted our goals,” she explained. “A piece of the discussion is always how to be better prepared.”

Through “hyper-targeted ads,” social media, commercials, and about 60,000 tourism magazines at drop locations along

major thoroughfares like the Pennsylvania Turnpike and I-95, the Jersey Shore continues to market itself as the wonderful shore getaway it always has been.

Lancellotti is one of many who put in extraordinary hours marketing our area through travel expos and the like in order to let people know that Sandy didn’t take us down and perhaps recoup some of those former regular visitors.

“There are a lot of smart people who have done a lot of innovative planning,” she said.

Vaz continued, “Again, Sandy was an extraordinary storm. It is virtually impossible to implement any specific measures “to help keep tourism alive” in the context of the damage and destruction Sandy caused.

“You have to rebuild visitor confidence.”

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Over $50,000 Raised For Individuals With Disabilities At Annual Event

By Kimberly Bosco LAKEWOOD – The Arc, Ocean County Chapter surpassed their fundraising goal by a whopping $15,000 at their 19th Annual Step Up for The Arc Walk, which was held on Oct. 12 at FirstEnergy Park.

The Arc raised over $50,000 at the family fun event, exceeding their goal of $35,000. Participants walked the one-mile walking course in an effort to raise awareness for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Ocean County who participate in The Arc’s residential, vocational and recreation programs.

The event featured more than just a walk; participants enjoyed a Zumba lesson, games, prizes, musical entertainment, face painting, dancing, and appearances by Buster from the BlueClaws, and Woody and Unicorn from Magical Moments. Local businesses were also on hand to show their support with refreshment donations, including Atlanta Bread, Bimbo Bakeries, Manhattan Bagel, Dunkin Donuts, Starbucks, Whole Foods, Herr’s Chips, Wegmans and Costco.

Through CrowdRise, $29,000 in donations was raised by 42 teams. The top team of The

Arc Employment Center was rewarded with the spirit stick for raising over $5,600.

Event sponsors donated a total of $19,000, all of which will directly benefit the programs and clients served. Sponsors include: FirstEnergy & JCP, Wawa Foundation, Advanced Auto, Corporate Synergies, Manasquan Bank Charitable Foundation, Gallagher Insurance, Causeway Family of Dealerships, Kelaher, Van Dyke & Moriarty, Wintrode Family Foundation, Central Ocean Rotary Club, Aquatherm Industries, ServPro of Manahawkin, Georgian Court University, Lakewood Elks Lodge, Adler’s Pharmacy, A+ Power washing and Roof Cleaning LLC, National Church Residences, Zarelli Site Services, Universal Janitorial Supply Corp., Doherty Enterprises, Thomas P. Frio, Ph. D, Perlmutter Family Shoprites , Bald Eagle Pharmacy, New Jersey Natural Gas, Silverton Funeral Home, Ron Rosetto Realty Group, Creative Financial Strategies, BlueClaws Charities, Jimmy’s Cucina & Chippy’s, The Mathis Family, ACCSES NJ Inc., Dennis’ Service Center, Cedar Management, Barina Automotive, Law Office of Robert of Brogan PC, The Lamb Family and Perma Pure LLC.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Annual Veterans Day Parade Slated For Nov. 11

By Kimberly Bosco OCEAN COUNTY – Join the community in honoring our local heroes at the annual Ocean County Veterans Day Parade on November 11, Veterans Day, in downtown Toms River.

The parade will kick off at 9:45 a.m. at the Toms River Shopping Center on Route 37. Military vehicles, elected officials, civic groups, first responders, local high school marching bands and a showcase of vintage cars will parade down Main Street and east onto Washington Street, making a final stop at Town Hall for the post-parade ceremony.

“Veterans Day is a very important day to celebrate,” said Mayor Kelaher. “It is especially important that we thank and honor all those who served honorably in the military - in wartime or peacetime – for their dedicated service to our country and for risking their lives to keep us safe.”

This year’s Grand Marshals leading the parade are Sergeant John Elley and Sergeant Michael Weigand. Both were awarded Grand Marshal Proclamations from the Toms River Township Council on October 22, 2019.

Sergeant John Elley graduated from Central Regional High School in 1999. With his mother’s permission, Sgt. Elley enlisted in the military at the young age of 17. Sgt. Elley was later trained in the field of carpentry and masonry specialist for the US Army Corps of Engineers. During his deployment in Iraq he assisted in base camp security, building guard towers and dining facilities and also assisted in many humanitarian missions. He reached the rank of Sergeant E-5 before leaving the US Army in 2009.

Sgt. Elley is a life member at A. Jay Weeks VFW Post 6063 in 2016 and loves to help veterans and their families. He is very active in

the VFW, serving as Senior Vice Commander of Post 6063 in Toms River as well as District Commander of the Ocean County VFW. Also named Grand Marshal for the 2019 parade is US Marine Corps Sergeant Michael Robert Weigand of Toms River, who served 14 years in the service. Sgt. Weigand enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and graduated from the India Co; 3rd Battalion at Parris Island in 2000. While in the Marine Corps, Sgt. Weigand performed various duties including heavy equipment operator, amphibious assault vehicle operator and II Marine Expeditionary Force Unit. In 2003, Sgt. Weigand was deployed to Iraq and Kuwait as a heavy equipment operator.

He was deployed again in 2006 and 2008 to Iraq as an amphibious assault vehicle operator.

Throughout his military career, Sgt. Weigand received numerous awards including the Combat Action Ribbon, Sea Service Deployment Ribbon, National Defense Medal, War on Terrorism Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal and the Marine Corps Armed Forces Reserve Medal.

“These two Grand Marshals are exemplary individuals who will lead hundreds of veterans, civic groups and musical bands at this very meaningful event,” said Mayor Kelaher.

The post-parade ceremony will feature speakers and honored guests, a rifle salute, and the placing of the wreath on the Veteran’s monument.

There is no rain date scheduled for this event.

In the event of inclement weather, the student participation will be canceled at 5 p.m. the day prior to the parade. Listen for announcements on 92.7 WOBM. If the parade is canceled, a ceremony will take place in Town Hall in the L. Manuel Hirsbhlond Meeting Room at 10 a.m.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Senior Services Offering Assistance During Medicare Part D Open Enrollment

By Kimberly Bosco OCEAN COUNTY – Ocean County officials are offering assistance to local seniors as they prepare to choose their Medicare Prescription Drug Plans for 2020.

“It is important our seniors have the opportunity to review and choose the appropriate plan that is suitable for their needs,” said Ocean County Freeholder Joseph H. Vicari, who is the Chairman of Senior Services. “Each year we fine-tune this outreach to make it as convenient as possible for our seniors and their caregivers. The one-on-one assistance is provided annually to help citizens navigate these important health care programs that can often be complex and change each year.”

Medicare Part D Days will provide local seniors with one-on-one assistance, held at the County Connection at the Ocean County Mall on November 6, 8, 13 and 14 and also December 4 and 5.

Appointments are available from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. with the last appointment at 2:30 p.m.

Appointments can be scheduled by calling 732-288-7777. Ask for Donna to register.

“The County Connection has become an important focal point for this kind of assistance to our seniors,” said Ocean County Freeholder John P. Kelly, who serves as liaison to the

County Connection. “It provides an easily accessible and comfortable environment for our seniors to get help on important matters like Medicare Part D.” “I am pleased that we can continue to offer this one-on-one assistance by also bringing the program to some of our senior centers,” said Freeholder Director Virginia E. Haines. “With over 170,000 seniors living in Ocean County, this free outreach is vital to our communities.”

Seniors can find more information regarding health care options on the Medicare Plan Finder at Medicare.gov and in the Medicare and You 2020 Handbook that will be mailed to Medicare beneficiaries. There are numerous plans for New Jersey with different costs and benefit coverage and individuals will need to learn as much as possible about them.

The open enrollment period for Medicare Part D ends December 7.

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

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Little things can mean a lot. Small tokens or gestures of affection could make a huge difference in someone else’s world. A special someone may just be happy to hear you profess your adoration in the upcoming week.

TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20): Your dependability makes you an anchor. Like it or not, you may be held to a higher standard than others because people have come to expect good things from you. Keep up the good work in the coming week.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Indulge your senses. This week you may thrive in any environment where you can experience vibrant colors, sounds or fragrances. Taking part in activities where you can unleash your creativity should be at the forefront of your mind.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Happiness is a warm puppy. The simplest of pleasures bring you the greatest joys this week, as you should channel the child within you. Steer clear of events and people that may produce unnecessary stress.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): A watched pot never boils. Avoid the urge to tinker with finances or investments, as it may take some time and patience to allow events to unfold. A romantic partner knows just how to soothe your uneven temper.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Avoid trying to juggle too many activities at once. Give each task the proper care and attention to ensure that you do a good job. Don’t hesitate to share your

feelings with a loved one this week.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22.): Out of sight does not mean out of mind. Just because there is some distance between you and the object of your affection does not mean you are forgotten. It’s always healthy to stand on your own two feet.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Take a pit stop from the rat race. Cast business aside for the time being and devote your time to the people you care about the most. Try to be a discerning shopper when purchasing necessary items.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Emotional connections may be a motivating force today. Philosophical talks with someone you care about could drive you to be better. This week you could start something new as long as it doesn’t disrupt a relationship.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Expecting perfection is a recipe for disappointment. You’re never going to be happy if you set standards that nobody could possibly live up to. Try to be a bit more reasonable and tolerant in the week ahead.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Shine and the world shines with you. As you glow with the light of kindness and understanding, others will be drawn to you like moths to a flame. This week your words may hold more weight than usual. PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20): You feel more attractive than usual in the week ahead and might feel more comfortable around people who share your aspirations and values. Your keen eye zeros in on every detail. But remember that it’s important to treat people well.

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wolfgang puck’s kitchen Classic Recipes Reimagined Have The Power To Surprise, And Delight, Unsuspecting Guests

By Wolfgang Puck

I’ve seen it happen many times in my restaurants, and you’ve no doubt been on the receiving end of this phenomenon: Guests order a classic dish, something they’ve enjoyed elsewhere many times before, and when it arrives it looks nothing like what they’d been expecting.

The first reaction may be puzzlement or consternation or delight - or a combination of all three. But most of the time they’ll eventually inspect the dish more closely and realize that it looks and smells delicious. Then they taste it- and realize it’s even better than they had imagined.

That’s a big part of the pleasure for a chef, or a home cook, in reimagining a classic recipe. Once you’ve decided to come up with a new version of a familiar dish, all the rules - except, of course, the fundamental ones of good cooking - no longer apply. You can alter - or maybe I should say “tweak,” because the changes are often subtler - the ingredients, the way you prep and cook them, and how you present them. Even the subtlest changes can add up to a dramatic new version of a dish that better suits the way people like to eat today.

Take, for example, the recipe I share with you here for Eggplant alla Parmigiana, as it’s prepared by executive chef Vincenzo Scarmiglia at my Cucina by Wolfgang Puck in Las Vegas. Ask most people who say they know this Italian classic to describe it, and they’ll tell you it’s an oven-baked casserole consisting of multiple layers of breaded and deep-fried eggplant, tomato sauce, mozzarella and Parmesan, served occasionally in individual baking dishes but more often cut into generous squares like a lasagna.

Your mouth is probably watering at that description, as mine is writing it. But let’s also admit that most versions of the dish are heavy, and the flavors blend together so much during baking that you sometimes can’t tell the eggplant from the breading, cheese or sauce.

That’s why I like how Vincenzo prepares it. He first makes an intensely flavorful tomato-basil-garlic sauce - a staple in many of my restaurants.

Then, he carefully coats the eggplant slices to keep them from absorbing too much oil during their brief frying. Finally, he tops each slice with its own dollop of sauce and cheese and pops a trayful of individual rounds under the broiler until the cheese melts, before arranging several slices side by side atop more sauce on dinner plates, topping each serving with a mound of simple baby arugula salad.

The results taste exactly like a great Eggplant alla Parmigiana - but cleaner, simpler and more focused than ever. I hope you enjoy this recipe, and that it will inspire you to try reimagining other classics in a similar spirit.

EGGPLANT ALLA PARMIGIANA Serves 8 TOMATO-BASIL-GARLIC SAUCE 2 cans crushed San Marzano tomatoes, each 28 ounces (794 g) 1/2 cup (125 ml) extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons chopped garlic 1/2 pound (250 g) fresh basil leaves, chopped 1 cup (250 ml) tomato paste 2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus extra as needed 6 1/2 tablespoons granulated sugar FRIED EGGPLANT 3 large globe eggplants, each about 2 1/4 pounds

(1 kg) Kosher salt Canola oil, for deep frying 2 cups (500 ml) all-purpose flour 3 large eggs, beaten in a bowl with 3 tablespoons cold water 1 pound (500 g) packaged Italian-style dried breadcrumbs Freshly ground black pepper FOR SERVING 1/2 cup (125 ml) fresh basil leaves, cut into julienne strips 8 ounces (250 g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese 1 pound (500 g) fresh mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced 8 ounces (250 g) baby arugula leaves, rinsed, drained, and patted dry 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon aged balsamic vinegar Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper For the sauce, first strain the tomatoes in a colander over a nonreactive bowl. Set aside both the solids and juice.

Heat the oil in a saucepot over low heat. Add the garlic and basil, and saute, stirring, just until fragrant. Add the tomato paste and stir until it darkens slightly, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in the tomato solids and cook just until the mixture starts to simmer; then stir in the tomato juice, sugar and a little salt. Continue simmering gently, stirring occasionally, until reduced to a thick but still fluid consistency, about 2 hours.

Taste and add more salt, if needed. Then pass the sauce a ladleful at a time through a food mill with the fine disc; or carefully pulse in batches in a blender. Set aside.

Meanwhile, for the eggplants, trim off the stem ends and, with a vegetable peeler, remove the shiny skin. Cut crosswise into slices 1/2 inch (12 mm) thick. Layer the slices in a colander in the sink, sprinkling each lightly but evenly with salt. Leave for an hour. Rinse the slices with cold water and pat dry with paper towels.

In a thermostat-controlled deep-fryer or a deep cast-iron casserole using a deep-frying thermometer, heat 2 to 3 inches (7.5 to 10 cm) of oil to 300 F (150 C). Arrange the flour, beaten egg, and breadcrumbs in separate shallow bowls nearby.

One at a time, dredge the eggplant slices on both sides in flour, shaking off excess; then dip into egg; then dip in breadcrumbs to coat evenly; and, finally, gently drop into the hot oil. Continue with more slices, taking care not to overcrowd the fryer. Cook until each slice is deep golden brown, 4 to 5 minutes, using a wire skimmer or slotted spoon to turn them once halfway through and then to lift them out to drain on paper towels.

Preheat the broiler. Meanwhile, in a saucepan, gently reheat the sauce.

Arrange the eggplant slices in a single layer on 1 or more baking sheets. Spread each with some sauce and top with basil. Evenly distribute Parmesan and mozzarella on top. Cook under the broiler and cook until the cheese has melted, 3 to 5 minutes. Spread the remaining sauce on the bottoms of 8 large heated serving plates. Distribute the eggplant among the plates.

In a mixing bowl, quickly toss the arugula with the olive oil, balsamic, and salt and pepper to taste. Mound in the center of each plate. 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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