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–Photo courtesy Toms River Regional Schools Toms River High School North student Rory Leadbeater unveils new wall murals at Save Barnegat Bay’s EcoCenter.

By Kimberly Bosco all about the programs Bay’s websit e, t he An emerging leader TOMS RIVER – Lo- available at Save Bar- EcoCenter “helps to and agent of commucal student Rory Lead- negat Bay,” she said. promote citizen-gov- nity change, Rory debeater is doing her part The Save Barnegat ernment-science con- cided to tap into her to encourage conser- Bay EcoCenter is lo- servation efforts in re- blossoming inner artist vation throughout the cated in the heart of search, volunteerism, to improve the local shore com mu nit y… Toms River, where land stewardship, partner- environment. with a little artistic meets the bay. Accord- ships, resiliency and “I’ve always wanted to flare. ing to Save Barnegat education.”

(Student - See Page 4) Rory, a student at To m s R i v e r H i g h School North, recently completed and unveiled her hand painted wall murals for the outdoor classroom at Save Barnegat Bay’s EcoCenter.

Rory used her artistic side to complete this, her Girl Scout Gold Award project.

“It was an absolute honor for me to be able to create these wall murals for the EcoCenter and I encourage everyone to stop by and learn

| November 23, 2019

Holocaust Survivor Shares His Story

By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK - Despite his experiences as a Jew in Krakow during World War II, Holocaust survivor Arthur Spielman, 90, says he’s a lucky man for not only living as long as he has, but also for surviving the Holocaust, along with his immediate family.

Spielman is one of 15 Holocaust survivors from Staten Island who are the subject of “Where Life Leads You,” an award-winning documentary by video journalist Shira Stoll.

Spielman and Stoll were featured speakers at a Holocaust survivor event held at Brick’s Temple Or recently.

Temple Beth Or Rabbi Robert Rubin said the event was held near the November 9 and 10, 1938 anniversary of Kristallnacht, or the Night of Broken Glass, when Nazis in Germany torched synagogues, vandalized Jewish homes, schools and businesses and killed close to 100 Jews.

Historians cite Kristallnacht as the beginning of the Holocaust.

(Survivor - See Page 4)

Safety Discussed After Fight On Bus

By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK - The issue of school bus safety was brought up during the November 14 Board of Education meeting after an October 28 incident when a township student was punched and choked by other students on a school bus.

During public comment, Todd Lansing said his son was on the bus when the attack occurred.

“The kids were rowdy...yelling, fighting,” Lansing said. “Why didn’t the bus driver do something?” he asked.

“They should pull over - a child was being choked on the bus,” he said. “The adult is there to adult, and always be the adult, and (Bus - See Page 5)

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Continued From Page 1 tie art into my future career,” she said. “At Toms River High School North, I’ve had multiple opportunities to explore graphic design. This year, we created a club called Skip the Straws to help spread awareness of limiting plastic use in our community. Our

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Continued From Page 1 “We should be thinking about the Holocaust all year long, especially in light of people who deny the Holocaust ever happened, which is bizarre,” Rabbi Rubin said. “That’s like saying World War II didn’t exist.”

Rabbi Rubin introduced Shira Stoll, who recalled getting hired as a reporter for the Staten Island Advance newspaper just out of college.

She got an assignment to cover a local Holocaust survivor’s event at the Seaview Jewish Center, but once she started hearing their individual stories, decided their stories needed to be told.

Stoll said her connection to the Holocaust could be traced to her babysitter, Helen Freibrun, who told the 8-year-old Stoll about how she survived Auschwitz.

“The Nazis shot her best friend because she couldn’t walk anymore, but Helen had to keep walking,” Stoll said.

When Helen died in 2011, Stoll realized she never recorded her story, and never even got

goal is to work towards gradually eliminating single use plastics as they are the key to destruction of nature. I was able to create our logo and it really got me interested in using my creative side to improve the environment around us.”

Working with Save Barnegat Bay was not Rory’s fi rst experience using her artistic abilities for a greater purpose. Over the

summer, she shadowed at Design 446, a full-service marketing firm in Manasquan, where she pursued her interest in graphic design.

“I was given a golden opportunity to learn more about the field of graphic design,” Rory said. “This company is very involved with each step it takes to run a successful design company and I was more than glad

to be a part of it. I was able to learn about each aspect, and possibly which aspect I plan on majoring in college.”

Toms River school officials define Rory as responsible, confident, intelligent, creative, and eco-conscious. You can experience for yourself Rory’s contributions to the local community by visiting the Save Barnegat Bay EcoCenter.

a photo of her babysitter.

“I realized she only opened up to me, my mom, my sister and her daughter, and it really hit me,” she said.

Stoll made 15 films of the 15 Holocaust survivors she met on Staten Island, one for each survivor. She said people tend to care about the stories more when they have a connection to an individual who lives in their community.

“You will become a witness to the Holocaust after viewing this film,” she told the audience at Temple Beth Or. What followed was a brutal, emotional, and at times, hard to watch 25-minute film called “Where Life Leads You” that Stoll created from the interviews.

One of the survivors in the film recalled having to wear a yellow Star of David on his arm, and having a curfew of 4 p.m.

One woman recalled being harassed and beaten by Nazis. “They hit you if they wanted to hit you,” she said.

One of the survivors talked about the “cattle cars” that took Jews away from their homes against their will. They would be jammed into concentration camp-bound railroad cars

for two days with no food, water or bathroom facilities.

A woman in the film recalled a woman giving birth on one of the trains. “I was helping her, and luckily, the baby was stillborn,” she said.

One of the survivors said you were considered lucky if you were tattooed at the camps.

“That meant you would stay alive,” she said.

“The dead didn’t get tattoos.”

Once in the camp, some of the guards would tell the children that their parents would come in through the doors, but would “go out there,” pointing to the crematorium chimney.

The elderly Spielman spoke next.

“I get nightmares, still,” he said. “Thank God for a person like Shira [Stoll] because all the years, I never spoke, I didn’t think I could, but I have an obligation. It’s my responsibility to 2nd and 3rd generations,” he said.

Life as he knew it ended in September 1939 when the Nazis wanted Krakow to be “Jew free,” forcing the Spielmans to move to the Jewish ghetto. His grandparents, who lived with him, were sent to Belzek, a death camp, and the Nazis hung two of his cousins.

Spielman and his sister were smuggled into Slovakia (where their father was born) and ended up in a Hungarian orphanage. The family was reunited and they lived as Roman Catholics until the end of the war.

After the war, Spielman said they went back to Krakow to search for family members, but only two out of 300 survived.

Anti-Semitic riots prevented the Spielmans from staying in Krakow, so they lived in a German DP (Displaced Persons) camp for three years before they were finally allowed to emigrate to the United States.

“We were abandoned after the war. We had no home, no one cared about us,” he said.

“This is part of my story, and I hope you remember so your children and future generations remember, so six million people didn’t die in vain,” Spielman said.

Stoll’s documentary film has been broadcast on PBS and won a 2019 New York Emmy award and a 2019 Associated Press First Place Video Award.

You can see the stories of the survivors, including that of Arthur Spielman, at holocaust.silive.com.

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Continued From Page 1 treat every child as if its theirs, because that’s what I expect when I put them on the bus,” he said. “We should all expect that.”

He said he did not want to get any particular bus driver in trouble, but asked if bus drivers are trained to pull over when kids are yelling and fighting.

“They’re the parent when we’re not there,” Lansing said. “That’s their job, to get my kids, your kids, our kids, from point A to point B safely, unharmed, the way I sent them to you.”

He asked the administration if the bus cameras are operational.

Acting Superintendent of Schools Sean Cranston said that out of the 107 district buses, 42 have cameras, and 30 additional cameras have been delivered and should be installed by early 2020, Those cameras were delivered during the summer and were paid for with a grant, but the school district does not have the manpower to install them, Cranston said.

“We’re looking for a company to do that,” he said.

Once they’re installed, 70 percent of the fleet would be equipped with working cameras, he added.

During the next three years, 34 school buses would be phased out, and they would be replaced with buses that have working cameras. Afterwards, 99 to 100 percent of the buses would have cameras, Cranston said.

The Brick Times, November 23, 2019, Page 5 Lansing said that if buses had inside and outside cameras they could record the license plates of cars that illegally pass stopped school buses. He asked if the fi nes collected could help pay for the cameras.

Cranston said the fi nes collected go to the police department, not back to the schools to pay for cameras.

Board President Stephanie Wohlrab said the administration agrees that bus cameras are important, and they are seeking “avenues and resources” that would pay for additional cameras.

“We’re getting cut another $4.2 million this year,” she said, referring to a cumulative $24 million cut in state aid over seven years. “There are safety issues in the school buildings where we have 8,500 [students] that we are responsible for, too,” Wohlrab said.

Each bus camera costs about $1,000, plus $300 for each of the 107 buses, she said.

And that doesn’t even include cameras for the outside of buses.

“We need the cameras,” Lansing said.

“What do we need to do? I don’t care if some of the buses are going to be changing in the next couple of years...this is 2019. Find the money, make it work,” he said.

Two years ago the district funded a safety audit in anticipation of a safety referendum that would have funded safety improvements to the schools.

The experts who conducted the safety audit said, that with limited resources, the district’s priority should be a focus

on hardening the buildings, Wohlrab said.

“They wanted vestibules, cameras in the buildings, lockdown systems,” and other safety enhancements, she said.

The November 2018 safety referendum failed by 23 votes.

The mother of the child who was attacked said it happened on Oct. 28. Her son is a sixth grader at Veterans Memorial Middle School.

She told JerseyShoreOnline.com (The Brick Times’ web page) that her son was pinned to the floor of the school bus while the kids around him chanted “fight, fight,

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No one tried to help him, she said. The ordeal fi nally came to an end when the bus came up to her son’s bus stop and he ran off the bus crying.

She has created a petition on Change.org to make it mandatory for school buses to have cameras. Search “Brick Township” on Change.org to fi nd this petition.

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY F eAtuReD L etteR A Vet Is A Vet As we pass another Veterans Day it’s time to reflect on and recognize the sacrifices and service that each of our veterans provided our great country. It’s not hard to imagine where we would be without the dedicated service of the millions of men and women that answered the call to serve.

Ever y one of our vets signed a “blank check” upon enlistment payable in favor of Uncle Sam pledging everything up to and including their lives in the service to their country if called upon.

The saying “Some gave all, and all gave some” comes to mind.

So why is it that New Jersey does not recognizes and honor the service of all its vets. Only some of our vets are recognized and accepted as vets by the NJ State Department of Military and Veterans Affairs regardless of the fact that the federal government and Veterans Administration accept their status as a vet.

Why is it that in New Jersey you’re only a vet if you served in specific geographic areas during specific times? Why is it

that a vet is a vet for the purposes of an income tax exemption, but may not be a vet for a property tax deduction? Why is a vet always a vet at the DMV, but not always at the Civil Ser vice Com m ission?

Why is it that honorable military service is recognized for some veterans, but not for all veterans?

It’s time to correct this injustice and recognize and honor the service of all of our vets. This Veterans Day we should be thankful for those who stood up and answered the call. Honor the service and sacrifice of all the veterans among us, but especially that of our fallen soldiers, sailors, airmen and marines, for without our veterans we would not be the United States of America, the greatest nation on the face of the earth. And lastly, tell your State Legislators that a vet is a vet is a vet - regardless of where they served, or when they served. It’s time to get it right and uniformly honor their commitment.

Daniel J. Burke Major, USMCR Ret. Brielle

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Letters To The Editor Mueller’s Report Speaks The Truth While I believe it’s important to hear two points of view, your publishing of the “Mueller’s Report a Scam” (Aug. 17) shows that in publishing the letter, the writer makes a number of claims, NONE based on fact.

It’s a fact that Robert Mueller was a registered Republican. It’s a fact that he got over $20 million of damages from defendants. It’s a fact that Robert Mueller has described 11 felony counts of obstruction against the president even though the President and (Attorney General Bill) Barr have described the report as not showing any obstruction by the president. This would be a complete lie and anyone reading his report will clearly see that.

The report can be downloaded and read or even purchased for $5 from Ollie’s (something the letter writer just didn’t do).

The report shows that Russia worked very hard to convince just enough people to vote for Donald and against the Democrat candidate or for the 3rd party candidate that Donald Trump won the election by 88,000 votes across three states. He was shown to send polling data to Russian servers and to have Russian companies attacking our democracy by spreading lies on social media to the tune of millions and millions of dollars from Russia.

Nothing was false in the report and no matter how many times letter writers or our president states this as fact, it doesn’t change the circumstances that a foreign power worked very hard to make all of us think it was in our best interest to vote GOP. As our national deficit rockets to a trillion dollars, our middle class doesn’t actually do better and the 1% tell you all is well, anyone with open eyes can see this simply isn’t true and repeating hundreds of times works

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Church And State I again want to extend my gratitude to the outpouring of support regarding my stand on the issue of parents’ rights. I have made it clear that the parents have the say over their children’s exposure to LGBT curriculum, if any, not the government.

I want to acknowledge the overwhelming response in support of this stand from parents, citizens, teachers, church and religious leaders.

Such encouragement confirms the need for addressing this issue as I have.

In discussions, I have been made aware of a concern often expressed regarding the First Amendment. I want to clarify the true meaning of this Amendment regarding state and church. My hope is that this clarification will guide politicians, leaders (both secular and religious), parents, and other citizens to see the truth and not the twisted interpretation by the government and certain special interest groups.

The First Amendment actually reads, “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion…”

This means that government cannot force a religion on its people. It does not mean that the people can’t bring their religious beliefs into how they want the government to act. Somewhere along the way, someone twisted the First Amendment’s meaning. And you need to know that.

Even an atheist - one who believes there is no God brings a “belief” into how he or she wants government to act (indeed, “as if there is no God”). They exercise their non-religion belief to get government to enact and enforce laws accordingly.

And, since 1962, that is how the government has acted.

Yet, upwards of 70 per-

United States identify as having faith, and in biblical principles. So, if this believing majority is being forced to accept the ideas of a rejecting minority on any issue, it is no longer “We the people…” and it violates the spirit of the Constitution.

You need to know that too.

As an elected official representing a community made up largely of that majority, I need to represent that majority. Which is exactly what the wording of the First Amendment ensures. And, until the majority view changes, I will continue to do so. I will spread the truth as I see it in the hopes of uniting families by safeguarding the rights of parents for the well-being of our children.

Alfonso Cirulli Mayor Barnegat

Keep Religion Out Of Politics A letter writer (“There Is No Separation Of Church And State,” 9/21/19) references the right of free speech, but to do so she skips over the first phrase of the First Amendment of the Constitution: “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof...”

In plain English, the government will not tell us to worship this way but not that way, or worship at all.

All our governments, federal, state and local, are civic institutions, not religious.

The mayor of Barnegat was elected to a civic position and one of its functions is the performance of civil marriages. If he refuses to perform any of the functions and duties of his office because of his religious beliefs he must step aside.

The county clerk in Kentucky who refused to perform a civil marriage for a gay couple has been found by the courts to be liable to be personally sued for damages, because she had a civic duty to perform and

decision was unlawful and her position as a public official, which usually shields an individual from personal lawsuits, will not protect her because she brought her religious judgement into a civic duty.

And the letter writer ends her opinion: “We need to respect everyone’s rights, and respect their differences. Only then will we be able to move forward.” Let the Mayor of Barnegat be so advised.

Michael F. Flynn Manahawkin

Trump Won, Get Over It I was a Democrat; 61 years ago the party left me, I didn’t leave the party back in 1959.

Interesting comments by liberal Supreme Court Justice Elena Kagan. She delivered the following at the University Of California Berkeley Law School: “Does the fact that we live in a polarized world increase the responsibility of the court to think about these questions, to behave in a non-polarized fashion?” She told the crowd “I think it does. I think we have to understand the world we are living in and try, to the extent we can, to fi nd common ground, to the extent we can to reach consensus, to try to the extent we can see how the world looks from another point of view.”

As a former Democrat, I am seriously disappointed in the current conduct and constant hatred spewing from their leaders. It is of major concern in what damage they have inflicted upon a once grand party of the people, the extreme abhorrent media will not be constructive…Congress has not been working for the people.

Donald Trump won the election, get over it!

Sal Sorce Manahawkin

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Local Wawa Hotspot For Illegal Activity, Sting Yields Four Arrests

By Kimberly Bosco BRICK – After residents complained about regular suspicious activity at a local Wawa, Brick Police cracked down, arresting four on theft and drug charges.

The Brick Police Selective Enforcement Team and Drug Enforcement Unit teamed up to conduct a sting centered on the Wawa at 116 Brick Blvd. after residents complained of illegal activity there.

The sting resulted in the following four arrests on Nov. 8: • 36-year old Michael Butler of Brick: Charged with theft and burglary when officers watched him open the unlocked driver’s door of an unoccupied vehicle at the Wawa and remove property.

• 37-year old Ryan Kemble of Berkeley Twp.: Charged with possession of marijuana, paraphernalia, and being under the influence

of a controlled dangerous substance when officers observed him smoking marijuana while parked in the Wawa parking lot.

• 34-year old Sean Provenzano of Wanakue, NJ: Charged with shoplifting when officers saw him put items into his pockets and exit the Wawa without paying.

• 51-year old Jason Puzio of Brick: Charged with possession of a controlled dangerous substance, specifically oxycodone, when officers observed him engaging in suspicious activity, ultimately leading to a motor vehicle stop. K-9 Sergeant Paul Catalina and his K-9 partner Duke assisted in the investigation.

The Brick Police Department stated that they are “committed to addressing reports of criminal activity and any behavior which disrupts the quality of life of our residents and those who visit and work here.”

Community Mourns Loss Of Ocean County Sheriff’s Officer

By Kimberly Bosco TOMS RIVER – Local law enforcement and the Ocean County community mourns the loss of longtime Ocean County Sheriff’s Officer Christopher Connelly.

Officer Connelly passed away on November 1, 2019 after a long fight with illness.

According to his obituary, 44-year old Officer Connelly was born and raised in Brooklyn before moving to Brick, where he resided for 20

years. Connelly served in the US Coast Guard and served as a law enforcement officer for 14 years. He also served in the Marine Unit of the Sheriff’s Office.

Connelly is survived by his three children, Breanna, Christopher and Alexis, as well as his former spouse Corrine Smith.

He was laid to rest on Thursday, Nov. 7 at the Church of the Visitation in Brick followed by an interment at St. Anne’s Cemetery in Wall.

DIABETES AND BLURRY VISION

People with diabetes can experience blurry vision that causes objects to look out of focus. It can be understated or noticeable, can change throughout the day, and can come on slowly or quickly, depending on the cause. Long-term uncontrolled diabetes can lead to high blood sugar levels that gradually damage small blood vessels. As a result of this condition, called “diabetic retinopathy,” vision becomes blurred. With shortterm blurriness in diabetics, fluid can move into and out of the eye due to high blood sugar levels, causing the lens of the eye to swell and impede focusing ability. It is crucial for diabetics to determine whether their blurred vision is due to short- or long-term uncontrolled diabetes.

Careful management of your diabetes is the best way to prevent vision loss.

If you have diabetes, see your eye doctor for a yearly eye exam with dilation — even if your vision seems fine. Pregnancy may worsen diabetic retinopathy, so if you’re pregnant, your eye doctor may recommend additional eye exams throughout your pregnancy. To schedule an appointment, please call SUSSKIND & ALMALLAH EYE ASSOCIATES at 732-349-5622.

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Brick Historical Society Participates In Archives Day

—Photo Provided By Jane Fabach, Press Secretary, Brick Township Historical Society Brick Township Historical Society member Maria Pilipski, left, joins Tom Erickson, Jeff and Jane Fabach during the recently held Annual Archives Day. BRICK - The Brick Township Historical Society recently participated in the Annual Archives Day at the Monmouth County Library Headquarters in Manalapan.

The event was held on October 12, and the club was represented by members

Maria Pilipski, Tom Erickson and Jeff and Jane Fabach. Many historical societies and other groups from around the state of New Jersey joined in this event, networking and attending programs during the day.

Leisure Village Choristers To Present Mardi Gras LAKEWOOD - The Leisure Village East Choristers will present, “Mardi Gras and Carnival Around the World,” on November.

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The event will be held at Leisure Village

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Tickets are $6 at the door. For additional information call Elaine Carty at 267-2529361.

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Blue HART Program Available BRICK – The Brick Township Police would like to remind the public that the Blue Hart Program is available to all persons suffering from heroin, opiate or any substance addiction.

The premise of the program is that any person who voluntarily enters the Police Department and requests help with addiction to heroin or opiates or any substance shall be immediately screened for potential participation in Blue HART. Upon completion of the Blue HART screening process the Officer / Shift Supervisor shall provide transportation for the

Brick Elks Lodge To Host Christmas Party BRICK – Members and guests of Brick Elks Lodge #2151 are invited to a Christmas Party from 7 - 11 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 14 at the lodge located at 2491 Hooper Ave. Tickets are $20 each and includes a roast beef dinner and dessert.

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participant to the designated provider as soon as reasonably possible.

The Brick Township Police Department is committed to do whatever it takes to combat addiction in our and surrounding communities.

Blue Hart participating Agencies: • Mondays - Ocean Gate and Lacey Township Police • Tuesdays - Stafford Township and Point Pleasant Borough Police • Wednesdays - Manchester Township Police • Thursdays - Brick Township Police

Music presented by the On the Rocks Band will be part of the fun.

Tickets can be purchased by calling Elyse Russo at 732-644-6273, Jackie Holt at 732618-8396, Loisa Halligan at 732-703-5889 and Sheri Maydan at 732-674-8148.

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.

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.

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.

The support group is led by Mira Ahuja on

the first and third Monday of each month, 1-3 p.m., at Willow Springs Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center. Willow Springs is located at 1049 Burnt Tavern Road in Brick.

To register, call Mira at 732-740-3900.

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BlueClaws Announce Kickoff Date For 2020 Season

By Kimberly Bosco LAKEWOOD – Although we are just now entering the fall season, the Lakewood BlueClaws already have their sights set on springtime. The BlueClaws recently announced that their 20th season will open on April 16 with a 6:35 p.m. game against the Greensboro Grasshoppers (Pirates).

“It is an exciting time of the year for us,” said Joe Ricciutti, BlueClaws Team President & General Manager. “We’re in the midst of building out a great promotional schedule and celebratory events for our 20th season.

We can’t wait for April 16th!”

All weeknight BlueClaws games will be at 6:35 p.m. throughout April and May and move to 7:05 p.m. beginning in June. Saturday games will be at 4:05 p.m. throughout April and May and at 7:05 p.m. from June through the end of the season. All Sunday games will start at 1:05 p.m. with the exception of the game on Sunday, June 28 which will begin at 5:05 p.m.

In addition to regular games, the BlueClaws

will also feature: • Education Days, 11:05 a.m.: April 22, May 12, and May 27 • Camp Days, 11:05 a.m.: July 14 and July 22 Additional promotions, theme nights, Premium Items, and Giveaway Items will be announced at a later date.

Affiliates of both the Mets and Yankees come to FirstEnergy Park this year. Columbia (Mets) will be in town from April 30 through May 3 and again from June 18 through June 21. Charleston (Yankees) comes to Lakewood from July 21 through July 23.

The BlueClaws are hoping to make the 2020 season another successful one. In 2019, the team saw 20 sell-out crowds, including a season-finale crowd of 10,754 that was the second largest in team history. While the home opener isn’t until April 16, the BlueClaws will open the season on April 9 at Greensboro.

Get your tickets now by calling 732-9017000 option 3 or online at BlueClaws.com/ Tickets.

Get Your Dog A Park ID

OCEAN COUNTY – Ocean County Dog Park ID’s will be available at the County Connection in the Ocean County Mall in Toms River on Saturday and the Ocean County Administration Offices in Toms River, Jake Branch County Park in Beachwood and Wells Mills County Park in Waretown on Monday.

Dog Park Rules & Regulations: • The Ocean County Off-Leash dog area is for use by permit only (With valid ID card) • Management reserves the right to close the area due to weather conditions • Children under eight (8) years of age are not permitted within the off-leash dog area.

• Children eight (8) years of age and older must be closely supervised by an adult.

• There is a limit of two (2) dogs per person.

• When others are waiting, please limit your use to thirty (30) minutes. The maximum number of dogs at one time is twenty (20).

• Owners are responsible at all times for the behavior and safety of their dogs and should

be considerate of others • Puppies under six (6) months old are prohibited.

• Dogs must wear collars displaying valid licenses at all times and have current vaccinations. Choke collars are prohibited in the Off Leash Dog Facilities.

• Dogs must be leashed prior to entering and upon leaving area. Owners must remain with their dogs at all times and must carry a leash for each dog at all times.

• Owners must clean up after their dogs.

• No dog treats, food or toys are allowed in Off-Leash dog area.

• Dogs in heat will not be permitted inside the facility.

• Dogs in heat and non-neutered male dogs will not be permitted inside the facility.

• All visitors are expected to adhere to the rules and regulations governing the use of facilities within the Ocean County Parks System as adopted by the Board of Chosen Freeholders.

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Register Every Camera Initiative

LAKEWOOD – Would you like to help solve crime in your neighborhood?

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

partnership that all residents and business that have cameras on their property can register with the police department.

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.

If you are interested in participating in this partnership with the Lakewood Police Department, please fill out the form at lakewoodpolicenj. com/rec/.

Completed forms may be dropped off at the Lakewood Police Department or be mailed to: Lakewood Police Department, ATTN: REC, 231 3rd Street, Lakewood, NJ 08701.

Please send an email to rec@lakewoodpolicenj. com if you have additional questions.

American Legion To Serve Up “Breakfast At The Post”

BRICK - American Legion Post 348 will hold its next monthly Breakfast at the Post on Nov. 24 at their building located at 822 Mantoloking Rd. The event runs from 8 to 11 a.m. and is co-sponsored by Unit 348 Juniors and is $8 per person.

Bloody Mary and Mimosa drink specials are $2.50 each.

Breakfast at the Post is held each fourth Sunday of the month. Next month’s breakast will be held on Dec. 29.

The event is open to all American Legion members and accompanied guests only. All proceeds benefit various Veterans funds chosen by Unit 348 Juniors.

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ARounD tHe JeRsey sHoRe Ocean County Artists’ Guild Victorian Holiday Boutique and House Tour ISLAND HEIGHTS – Ocean County Artists’ Guild Victorian Holiday Boutique and House Tour will take place on December 7 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Find unique art and crafts created by artists at Ocean County Artists’ Guild’s sale The talented artists that are members of Ocean County Artists’ Guild will be selling their creative one-of-a-kind treasures at the Victorian Holiday Boutique and House Tour at 22 Chestnut Avenue, Island Heights, New Jersey.

Stop by to shop for art, crafts and baked goods, visit the free art gallery, enjoy live music, and learn about holiday card printmaking with a

hands-on family activity. Visit ocartistsguild. org/events for registration.

The sale of the unique one-of-a-kind items will continue through January. Ocean County Artists’ Guild is open Tuesday through Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m. The first floor of the building is ADA-accessible.

For information about the non-profit Ocean County Artists’ Guild’s art classes, or to make a donation or to volunteer, visit or call 732270-3111 Tuesday through Friday from 1 to 4 p.m., email at info@ocartistsguild.org, or visit ocartistsguild.org.

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 fi refighters 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 fi rehouse can also be contacted at 732-892-9187.

We hope you’ll take the challenge!

Atlantic City Bus Trip

BRICK – The Seaview Village Women’s Club hosts a bus trip to Atlantic City’s Golden Nugget every second Monday of the month. If interested, call 732-864-1151. Bus leaves at 9 a.m., returns at 5 p.m.

ROSACEA

Rosacea is a skin condition that causes outbreaks of red, blotchy rashes sometimes accompanied by pimple-like, pus-filled bumps. Outbreaks can be weeks or months apart and usually occur on the face. If the rashes are located near the eyes, they can cause swelling and irritation of the lids and dryness of the eyes themselves. The exact cause of rosacea is not currently known, but it may be hereditary. What is known for sure is that certain factors like sun exposure, exercise, spicy foods, and alcohol can trigger outbreaks by increasing the flow of blood to the skin’s surface. Women, especially those over 30 with fair and/or sun damaged skin, are at a higher risk of developing rosacea.

Your skin care products and even the way you wash your face may be contributing to facial redness.

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In a world where the word “healthy” is tossed around like a salad, it’s easy to be overwhelmed by information about your well-being. To make things simpler for you, we’ve served up some easy-to-digest facts about diet and hearing health. Folate is naturally found in food, whereas folic acid is manmade from folate. This B vitamin is proven to help prevent high-frequency hearing loss, which is the varying inability to perceive high-pitched sounds and consonants. Folic acid decreases the amount of the amino acid homocysteine in your blood by increasing the creation of red blood cells.

Too much homocysteine causes hearing difficulty by reducing blood flow to the inner ear. Folic acid is also useful in preventing heart disease, stroke, and dementia.

Older adults need 400 micrograms of folic

acid every day for good health. It is easy to increase your daily intake of the nutrient by eating more of foods like beans, citrus fruits, enriched grains, and dark leafy vegetables.

To make it easier, in January 1998, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) began requiring manufacturers to add folic acid to food that is labeled as “enriched.” Increasing your intake can be as simple as rolling out of bed and grabbing a quick breakfast. Just a cup of enriched breakfast cereal with one cup of 1 percent milk, plus three-quarters of a cup of OJ on the side, will put you at 32 percent of your daily requirement of folic acid in one meal. Talk about starting your day off right!

Folic acid-rich foods like spinach, avocado, strawberries, broccoli, and cantaloupe are hearing helpful foods.

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H eRe ’ s t o Y ouR H eAltH Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

5 People Who Need More Phosphatidylcholine

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Fatigue is a challenging issue for people, and it’s hard to test for a root cause beyond standard adrenal and thyroid function tests. Sometimes a third etiology is considered and that would be B-vitamin status. All these issues can definitely lead to, or contribute to chronic fatigue. But no one typically checks for choline or phosphatidylcholine levels.

Choline forms phosphatidylcholine (PC). This is a naturally occurring B-vitamin compound that is required to make acetylcholine, your memory neurotransmitter.

Persistent fatigue and brain fog could be due to low levels of PC. Many plastic surgeons use phosphatidylcholine-based fat dissolvers to get rid of chin fat. By “dissolve fat” I mean it could work a bit like your dish soap does. You know how you put that pan in the sink that has globules of fat from the ground beef you just browned? It’s kind of like that.

The term “phosphatidylcholine” is sometimes confused with “lecithin,” but they’re slightly different. Choline is a component of phosphatidylcholine, which is a component of lecithin.

Cholesterol Ratios. Phosphatidylcholine may reduce triglycerides. I think this type of supplement could be taken along with your statin medication with no foreseeable problems, but of course ask your practitioner what’s right for you.

Forgetfulness. PC used in the body to create more acetylcholine, which is known as a memory molecule. Low levels

of acetylcholine are associated with Alzheimer’s disease. Your brain is made of fat and fatty tissue craves choline-based supplements. You can eat PC if you like egg yolks, soybeans and sunflower seeds.

Anxiety or Bipolar. We have limited evidence for PC’s use in tardive dyskinesia and bipolar. More specifically, it could help with mood swings and depressive symptoms. Before attempting self treatment ask your psychiatrist/practitioner.

Fatigue. There was a randomized, double blind, placebo-controlled study published in the Nutritional Journal. The researchers set out to evaluate where supplements of lecithin would help middle-aged women with their fatigue.

The study included 96 women who ranged in age from 40 to 60 years old, who had complained of fatigue. They should have asked me I would have gladly obliged because I’ve been tired for like 25 years now, lol! The results were really no surprise. Both of the groups receiving the lecithin did better after supplement treatment than at the onset of the study. The group receiving the high dose (1200mg/ day) faired out best.

Pregnant Moms. If you’re pregnant, or want to become pregnant soon, your diet should be very rich in choline because it is critical for your developing baby. The risk for neural tube defects (usually associated with low folate but maybe that’s old news) is shockingly four times higher if you’re choline deficient during pregnancy!

Supplements like this are available at health food stores nationwide, and online.

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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-onone 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 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.

“Even if you have a plan, you should evaluate it by asking yourself the following questions: Will your current plan’s premium and costs change in 2020? Will the prescription drugs you take be covered in 2020? Are you satisfied with your plan’s customer service?”

Vicari said. “We are here to help you answer these and any other important questions you may have.”

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Making Thanksgiving Great For All

Dear Joel, This year it’s my turn to host the family Thanksgiving meal, we’ll be approximately 20 people. Since my last holiday hosting, it seems that almost everyone has adopted new dietary ‘lifestyles’, ranging from vegan to paleo and everything in between. How can I possibly make a Thanksgiving meal that satisfies everyone? Do you have any suggestions?

Answer: As we learn more about how food affects the human body, more and more people are adopting healthier eating habits. I too have friends and family with varied dietary requirements, so I can appreciate your challenge. I would suggest asking every-

one to bring one dish that accommodates their palette, while you stick to the more traditional meal. Also, try serving a variety of appetizers and desserts that satisfy most of your guests. Don’t feel pressured to make homemade everything as the world of prepared foods for vegans, vegetarians, etc. has vastly improved. Most of all just be thankful for the time you all have together and RELAX, whatever you serve will be appreciated by all.

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

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Grunin Center Lights Up The Season For The Holidays

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TOMS RIVER – ‘Tis the season! The Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts, at Ocean County College, has a spectacular lineup of holiday shows now through the month of December. Tickets are selling fast, so be sure to reserve your seat soon for one of more of the following performances!

• Broadway for the Holidays: A Musical Revue (OCC Repertory Theatre Company) - December 5-15, times vary. Celebrate the holidays Broadway style when the OCC Repertory Theatre Company presents this rousing revue featuring more than 20 favorite holiday tunes from the Great White Way. With performances that range from silly to somber, this all-encompassing collection of seasonal favorites will be sure to put even the biggest Grinch in the holiday spirit!

• Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy Present: A Celtic Family Christmas - December 6 at 8 p.m. Join Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy, the award-winning fiddle virtuosos, in an intimate and unique Christmas album and concert series you will never forget. With the duo accompanied by an incredible array of talented musicians – and their children – “A Celtic Family Christmas” will guide you into the wonderful world of a true MacMaster-Leahy holiday celebration.

• A Christmas Carol - December 7 at 1 p.m.

This family-friendly show is a musical adaptation of the tale of the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge, who hated Christmas. On Christmas Eve, three ghosts take him on a journey.

During his nighttime reflection into the past, the present, and the future, he witnesses the lives of his poor office clerk, Bob Cratchit, and the crippled Tiny Tim. Sponsored by RWJBarnabas Health Community Medical Center.

• OCC Concert Band Presents: Home for the Holidays - December 7 at 7 p.m. Nothing is more meaningful and satisfying than being home for the holidays. The OCC Concert Band invites you to our home, where you will become a part of our musical family. As our guest, we will treat you to a timeless selection

of holiday favorites.

• vVienna Boys Choir - December 11 at 7 p.m. Join the Vienna Boys Choir, the world’s foremost children’s choral group, to celebrate the magic of the holiday season with a delightful program of Austrian folk songs, classical masterpieces, Christmas hymns, and holiday carols.

• Irish Christmas in America - December 12 at 7 p.m. Take a memorable glimpse into the enchanting spirit of Christmas, as the finest traditional artists from Ireland bring you on a fun-filled start to the holiday season of 2019.

• The Nutcracker - December 14 at 1 and 4 p.m. Join us for another year of this Grunin Center holiday tradition. This delightful ballet is a dream story brought to life through music and dance. “The Nutcracker” tells the story of Clara, a young girl whose magical journey begins with a Nutcracker doll and ends with the Land of Sweets. This ballet is narrated for your added enjoyment. Sponsored by RWJBarnabas Health Community Medical Center.

• Cherish the Ladies: Celtic Christmas - December 19 at 7 p.m. In their “Celtic Christmas” program, the Ladies put their signature mark on classic carols such as “O Come All Ye Faithful” and “Silent Night,” in arrangements that highlight the group’s unique Celtic instrumentation, beautiful harmonies, and spectacular step dancing.

• Angelina Ballerina: The Very Merry Holiday Musical - December 22 at 1and 4 p.m. Angelina Ballerina and her friends are planning an absolutely, positively spectacular holiday dance pageant — the best in all of Mouseland! With dancing, singing and festivities, this heart-warming musical is perfect for everyone’s holiday season! Sponsored by RWJBarnabas Health Community Medical Center.

Tickets can be purchased online at grunincenter.org; by phone at 732-255-0500; or in person at the Grunin Center Box Office, Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The Grunin Center is located on the OCC Main Campus, College Drive.

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Volunteers Sought For Elks Lodge Food Basket Program

BRICK – Members of Brick Elks Lodge #2151 are seeking volunteers for their annual holiday food basket programs.

Their first event is a Thanksgiving food basket program set for 8 a.m. in 23 in front of the ShopRite on Fischer Boulevard. The event will continue at 9 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 24 at the lodge where volunteers will pack and distribute the baskets.

The Christmas Food Basket program will be held at 8 a.m. at the ShopRite on Fischer Boulevard on Saturday Dec. 21. The following morning at 9 a.m. volunteers will meetup at the Brick Elks Lodge to pack and distribute the baskets.

For information and to volunteer call event chairman John Gagliano at 732-604-2556. Look for a sign up sheet in the lodge’s grill room.

Gait, Falls and Common Gait Dysfunctions By: Jeffrey Mayer, PT, DPT

W

alking, or ambulation, is one of the most important functional activities that we perform to maintain our independence. Without our ability to safely ambulate around the home or in the community, we must rely on either an assistive device (cane, walker, wheelchair, crutches, etc.) or another person to help. When we were younger, we took our ability to walk for granted. As we grow older, we must start paying attention to how we walk and think about our own personal safety. If our ability to ambulate is impaired, we run a great risk for serious injury. A statistic from the CDC states that more than 1 out of 4 older people (65 years or older) fall each year. This article will briefly talk about the gait cycle, a common gait dysfunction, a common culprit for multiple gait dysfunctions, falls and how we can prevent falls in the future.

leg laterally (out to the side), but they also work to support proper hip alignment during gait. When these muscles are weak, they cause a gait pattern that appears as a limp. The limp can be demonstrated when one side of the hip drops as the other side hikes up. The side that hikes up (during stance phase on that same leg) is the side with the weak musculature.

This limp can lead to a slower walking speed, a more strenuous gait pattern and ultimately an increased risk of falling.

THE GAIT CYCLE

As mentioned above, the gluteus medius is a key muscle when talking about gait and overall balance during functional activities like transfers and climbing stairs. Weakness in the gluteus medius can not only cause abnormal gait patterns, like Trendelenburg gait, but it can also cause weakness in other surrounding muscles or negative compensation patterns during your activities of daily living (ADLs). The muscle specifically acts to move the leg out to the side (laterally), prevent unnecessary movement of the leg inwards (medially), and to stabilize the hips. Without proper strength in this muscle, patients increase their risk of falling tremendously.

Gait, or “locomotion achieved through the movement of human limbs,” is much more complex than one would think.

As physical therapists (PTs), we are movement specialists and we are one of the only medical professionals that specialize in human gait. Human gait can be separated into many different aspects that are crucial to understand when trying to correct unsafe gait. Briefly, gait is broken up into 7 distinct phases (as shown above; initial contact, weight acceptance, midstance, terminal stance, initial swing, mid-swing, and terminal swing.

Each phase of gait could present with dysfunctions that could lead to an increased fall risk. As a PT, we must be able to find our patients’ gait dysfunctions, educate them, and help properly correct their mechanics to lead to a decreased fall risk. When we analyze abnormal gait patterns, we commonly categorize them into a few specific categories of gait; antalgic gait, ataxic gait, festinating gait, hemiplegic gait, high steppage gait, spastic gait and Trendelenburg gait.

TRENDELENBURG GAIT The Trendelenburg gait pattern is one of the most common abnormal gait patterns seen in physical therapy. It is commonly seen when patients have weak hip muscles; the gluteus medius and the gluteus minimus. These two muscles work to move the

GLUTEUS MEDIUS

FALLS When looking at the statistics, 1 out of every 5 falls cause serious injuries such as broken bones or head injuries. Even more alarming is that every year about 3 million people nationwide are treated in hospital emergency rooms for fall related injuries. In our country, the elderly population (65 years or older) is at the greatest risk for falls. These statistics may be shocking, but the reason people fall and injure themselves is because of improper gait, weakness, and decreased balance.

The dangers that a single fall can present to the older population can, and most likely will, impact an entire life afterwards.

WHY DO WE FALL? Falls can be caused by so many factors, including environmental factors, behavioral factors and physical factors. Environmental factors include obstacles in the home (rugs, pets, dark/dim lighting, etc.) and obstacles in the community. Behavioral factors include improper nutrition, improper monitoring of blood pressure, decreased confidence, confusion associated with Alzheimer’s disease/dementia, and cognitive impairments associated with stroke, Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease and more. Lastly, physical factors include muscle weakness, difficulty walking,

balance impairments, coordination impairments, vision problems, foot/ankle pain, and proper footwear. Most falls are caused by a combination of the above risk factors, and the more risk factors a person may have, the more likely they are to suffer a fall. In order to reduce the amount of risk factors that we present with and to reduce the risk of falling, we must consult our healthcare providers before a fall occurs.

WHAT CAN WE DO? If you’ve fallen in the past year and feel like you are at risk for falling again, the first thing you should do is contact a trusted healthcare provider. Your primary care physician, orthopedic physician, PT, occupational therapist (OT), physician assistant (PA) or nurse practitioner (NP) would be happy to discuss possible options for you moving forward. Ultimately, since your PT is an expert on gait, falls and balance, they will be able to properly evaluate and assess your current condition. Your PT will possibly find a positive Trendelenburg sign, suggest certain assistive devices, provide exercises to build strength and balance, provide education on proper gait, suggest community exercise classes and assess the safety of your home environment. Do not be afraid to talk to a healthcare provider about your fall risk and your gait!

JEFFREY MAYER, PT, DPT Jeff graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Human, Nutrition, Foods and Exercise Science from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University in 2014. He then earned his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Seton Hall University in December 2018. He obtained his licensure as a Physical Therapist in February 2019.

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PROFESSIONAL PROFILE Brielle Integrated Healthcare Lives Up To Its Name With Its Fully-Integrated Team Approach

By Michael Vandenberg Let’s cut to the chase: you’re in pain and you don’t know why.

You’ve been to plenty of doctors and they all say there’s nothing they can do. Even still, no one should have to live in agony.

Luckily, you have options for regaining your quality of life, but it’s hard to know which option works best for you. Well now, thanks to Brielle Integrated Healthcare, you don’t have to guess: their staff, with its wide-ranging background, will work together as a team to help you live your best life.

Firstly there’s Dr. Mark Najjar, a Board Certified Chiropractic Sports physician, Medical examiner for the division of transportation, and Certified DOT examiner. He’s their chiropractor with over 34 years of experience. But if your condition requires more than chiropractic, BIH has physical therapists Drs. Lauren Ramondini and Laura Anastasia on site and ready to help you. Also, Kristen Valentino, a licensed massage therapist, is standing by. They even have acupuncturist Josh Solomon L.Ac, M.Ac; a Nation-

ally Certified Diplomat of Acupuncture (NCCAOM) and NJ State Licensed Acupuncturist.

It ’s a model for full-service care that’s served their parent office, Eastpointe Integrated Healthcare in Atlantic Highlands, well for 12 years now.

With a successful track record of getting very good results for patients, Dr. Jay Mazzella and the rest of Eastpointe thought it was time to bring that model to Brielle in January 2018. Brielle Integrated Healthcare opened right next to Brielle Sports Club.

BIH has so far been a huge success due to its all-of-the-above approach. “Each of our providers attacks a problem from a different direction and perspective. We all do different things but we’re all trying to solve the same problem,” Dr. Mazzella explained.

Their combined effort is greater than the sum of its parts and gets them “over the finish line” of ending your pain.

Even though the reasons why new patients come to BIH vary widely, the doctors here are determined to find a solution through any combination of methods that works the best.

“We have a very varied population,” Dr. Najjar pointed out.

Thanks to their close relationship with Brielle Sports Club, BIH has helped with many sports injury cases, along with other acute cases. They’re also very well-equipped to handle chronic conditions.

They’ve even helped children get back to having fun on the playground. Also, treatments like acupuncture can help in post-surgical cases and for patients with respiratory and digestive issues. No matter how the pain came about, the doctors at Brielle Integrated Healthcare can put their heads together to give you relief.

From your very first complimentary consultation, it’ll be clear that BIH is willing to go the extra mile to make that happen.

“We’re very customer service oriented,” said Dr. Najjar. “We dedicate a lot of time to han-

dling each person’s specific cases. We don’t handle things in a cookie cutter manner.”

Instead, using all the tools at their disposal, BIH customizes a plan to fit each individual patient’s needs.

The best part about your treatment? You don’t have to drive all over the place to get the care you need since it’s all at the same place. Weekly meetings amongst all the different doctors ensure that everybody is on the same page to get you better.

The results of this integrated, all-inclusive strategy are truly life changing. Danielle, a lower back patient at BIH, has had every form of treatment they offer: chiropractic, physical therapy, massage, and acupuncture. After mixed results with chiropractic before, she was hesitant to return. Boy was she glad she did. “I felt comfortable with Dr. Mark immediately.

He took time to explain what was happening with my back and designed a treatment plan for me. I also received the best adjustment of my life that day!”

She also greatly appreciates how everyone at BIH is, “all professional and thorough from initial evaluation throughout my care plan”.

If you’re a little nervous to jump right in, BIH is happy to offer a complimentary consultation. Here the doctor will simply explain the best course of action, and you can ask questions without any obligations. Another patient, Michelle, remembers her feelings of apprehension before her first visit: “Sometimes we hesitate, wondering if the new doctor is good, or if we’ll like him or her.”

But after coming here, she tells our readers, “I promise you won’t be disappointed.”

It’s easy to get the best possible care in Brielle Integrated Healthcare’s, “no pressure environment,” as Dr. Ramondini puts it. Their philosophy on care is, “Tell people what they need, but give them what they want.” In other words, they’ll always give full disclosure on how they can help, but they’re ready to work with you on what you can afford and what you have time to do. So give them a call at 732-292-9900 to schedule your complimentary consultation or visit bihcare. com for more information.

Brielle Integrated Healthcare is located in the Brielle Sports Club at 629 Higgins Avenue, Brielle, NJ 08730.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of nov 23 - nov 29

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Win people over by displaying enthusiasm and exuberance. In the week to come you can break down some of the barriers that prevent you from getting ahead by being warm and friendly when people are standoffish.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Your charitable instincts are on the rise, but it is wise to be cautious about donating in the week ahead to charities you have not yet vetted. It might be worth your while to see how your freely offered dollars are being spent.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Finding ways to perform your job well might be the prime subject of deep thinking or an important factor in your overall well-being as this week unfolds. Planning and organizational tools can speed up your progress.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Your goals and objectives can change as this week unfolds. You may be exposed to new ideas that revolutionize your thinking. Don’t depend on luck to get ahead with your career or business aspirations.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You are curious enough to explore your boundaries but wise enough to know just how far you can safely go. You may receive some extra publicity in the week ahead or may meet interesting people in a public venue.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Having fun and fellowship could take a lot of work. You could become bogged down by extra responsibilities during the upcoming week. You could be busy baking sweet treats or getting decorations together for a holiday event.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): An enthusiastic approach might prove helpful when dealing with the public this week. You can also be proactive about protecting your time by asking to be put on a “do not call” list or saying no to sales calls at your front door.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): A change of scene could result in some opportunities to bring you and a loved one closer. The things that grab your attention in the week ahead could enrich your wallet or make performing your job easier.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): In the week ahead, you may spend your money because you want to express generosity or because you want to own something new, original or outstanding - whether or not it makes good business sense.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Never lose sight of what is most important to your happiness. You could easily get stuck in a rut during the week to come. Embracing new ideas, remaining open-minded and attempting to employ trending techniques can pay off.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Family dynamics can shift in a positive way as the week flies by. A scheduling conflict can be resolved. A friend’s advice or someone’s casual observations might trigger a resolution to try something new and different.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Focus on learning something new in the upcoming week. You might enjoy watching some how-to videos or attending a lecture at the community center so you can develop a new hobby or become more self-sufficient.

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wolfgang puck’s kitchen Start Thanksgiving Meal With Savory Squash Soup

By Wolfgang Puck ROASTED WINTER SQUASH SOUP WITH AUTUMN SPICES Makes about 2 quarts (2 l), 8 appetizer servings 3 small to medium whole butternut squashes 1 whole kabocha squash Kosher salt Freshly ground white pepper 8 leaves fresh sage 4 cinnamon sticks, broken into halves 3/4 pound (375 g) unsalted butter 2 cups (500 ml) packed dark brown sugar 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom 1/4 teaspoon powdered ginger 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg 1 yellow onion, chopped 2 cups (500 ml) heavy cream 1 quart (1 l) good-quality canned low-sodium chicken stock or vegetable stock, plus extra as needed 1/2 cup (125 ml) crème fraîche, for serving 1/4 cup (60 ml) finely chopped fresh chives Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Meanwhile, with a large, sharp chef’s knife, carefully cut each squash lengthwise in half. With a large spoon, scoop out and discard the seeds and fibers from the cavity of each half. Place the squash halves cut side up in a large roasting pan. Season with salt and pepper. In each cavity, place 1 sage leaf, 1 half a cinnamon stick, 1 tablespoon butter, and 1 tablespoon brown sugar. Sprinkle with the

cardamom, ginger, and nutmeg.

Pour 2 cups (500 ml) of water in the bottom of the pan.

Cover the pan with parchment paper and aluminum foil, sealing the foil around the edges. Place in the oven and roast until the squash is tender enough to pierce easily with a fork, 1 to 11/2 hours, carefully opening the foil away from you to avoid steam when testing.

Remove the pan from the oven, carefully uncover, and set aside until the squash is cool enough to handle.

Then, scrape the flesh from each squash half into a large mixing bowl, discarding the skins.

Place a large pot over medium heat. Add the remaining butter and cook until it has melted and begins to brown, watching carefully that it doesn’t burn. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until it turns translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add the roasted squash and the 1 quart (1 l) stock to the pot. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring frequently, for 45 minutes.

Puree the soup and the cream until smooth, using an immersion blender in the pot; or with a countertop blender, working in batches to avoid overfilling and following the manufacturer’s instructions to prevent spattering of the hot liquid. Gently reheat the soup in the pot, adjusting the seasonings to taste and adding a little more stock, if needed, to bring it to the desired consistency.

Before serving, transfer the crème fraîche to a bowl and stir briskly to make it a little more fluid. Ladle the hot soup into warmed soup bowls, topping each serving with a small dollop of crème fraiche and some chopped chives.

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