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By Bob Vosseller HOWELL – There will be at least one more round in the fight to determine the fate of a large development project in the township.

During the latest

t ow n sh ip Pla n n i ng Board meeting on December 5, Traffic Engineer Joseph Fishinger, a representative of a Parsippany-Troy Hills fi rm NV5 Incorporated, testified that if the

Elementary Students Pay Tribute To Veterans

By Bob Vosseller HOWELL – Students and staff of the Aldrich Elementary School paid tribute to veterans and their guests during the 16th Annual Veterans Appreciation Assembly.

The day began with students honoring their special guests with a breakfast in the media center. The food was donated by local merchants.

A special assembly program followed afterward which the presentation of colors by the Howell Township Police Honor Guard Unit and the Cub Scouts and Girl Scouts of Aldrich School.

A marching drill demonstration was presented by the Colts Neck High School Navy Junior R.O.T.C. Cadets.

There were also student readers, and several patriotic songs were performed by the students and staff of the school.

Bagpipe music was heard and taps was played, and there was a presentation of special veteran and patriotic-themed videos.

“We love doing this and it has been going on for 16 years now and has been a very successful day and it is meaningful for the veterans and for the students as well,” Aldrich Principal Drew Smith said.

Smith added that the school’s staff greatly supports the event and works

proposed Monmouth Commerce Center were approved, it could create traffic backups in the area more dramatic than previous estimates had suggested.

For months residents

and officials have listened to testimony regarding the Monmouth Com merce Project.

There has been a lot of opposition from locals.

Residents packed the chamber once again to

hear the decision by the board concerning the 1.2 million square foot project which includes the construction of a warehouse complex on 100 acres of county forest land.

The proposal is for nine warehouse buildings ranging in size from 85,600 to 150,000 square feet and equaling approximately 1,242,102

(Project - See Page 4)

By Bob Vosseller WALL – Howell resident Leah Wilderotter, 26, knows her history. In particular she knows the history of the historic Allaire Village where she has served in various capacities including as a tour guide and –Photos By Bob Vosseller currently as events (Above) A model train and Christmas Tree are part of a Christmas display at The assistant.

Historic Allaire Village. (Below) Allaire Village Events Assistant Leah Wilderotter, “I started when 26, of Howell, is dressed in 1830s attire as she looks over a turkey cooking as part of I was 12 years old a holiday program held at the village. as a volunteer and then became a part-time worker,” villagers of James P. Allaire’s com- to visitors and allowing them a she said. She and many of those munity of 1830. glimpse at what life was like before involved with the Village enjoy These duties are particularly pleas- the age of the automobile, planes or donning period attire, meeting the ant this time of year as she enjoys the internet.

(Holidays - See Page 12) public, and telling the story of the bringing a taste of the holidays

(Veterans - See Page 8)

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Continued From Page 1 square feet in total, five full-movement access drives along Randolph Road, parking for 706 vehicles and 142 trailer parking spaces.

The project also includes 234 loading spaces and f ive monument-style site identification signs on premises at the intersection of Randolph Road and Oak Glen Road.

The proposal by the Monmouth Commerce Center LLC includes roads and parking lots on 100 wooded acres south of Randolph Road which runs into Route 547. The applicant was represented by Adam Faiella and Meryl Gonchar of Sills Cumis and Gross, of Newark.

Township zoning allows for the building of warehouses in the special economic development zone in the south-central region of the community.

The applicant and Lawrence Katz and Felix Pflaster, as owners, sought a preliminary and final major site plan approval with ancillary bulk variance and design waivers and exceptions to construct.

Opposition Opponents of the plan have been quite vocal in their position that environmental, traffic safety and other concerns would be detrimental to the township and should be the cause of the board turning down the application.

Environmental concerns include the project’s plan to remove oxygen generating trees

which would be replaced by parking lots in the new facility and that it would also halt the natural absorption of rainwater and would transfer polluted water in the area’s water supply.

Dawn Van Brunt leader of HOPE (Howell for Open Land and Preservation) created a petition on Change.org to oppose the project. She and people in her 300-member group have attended the planning board meetings held and an October 28 Monmouth County Development Review Committee meeting, which ended with the committee requesting the applicant to return with additional information. The group’s petition to oppose the plan has reached the 5,000 signature mark.

Howell Mayor Theresa Berger opposes the plan. She said previously “This project is the size of the Freehold Raceway Mall.

This is a bedroom community on a scenic road which cannot sustain the traffic. The surrounding roads are less able to support the frequency and weight of these trucks.

The responsibility will fall on the taxpayers to fix these roads.

“I believe in growth, as long as it does not have a detrimental impact on Howell’s environment, character, quality of life and infrastructure,” Berger said.

Councilman Thomas Russo has also voiced objection to the plan saying that as “a resident of Howell Township, I believe the time has come for me to make my position clear. Howell Township deserves smart growth that is in harmony with the current character of the community.

“Monmouth Commerce Center has too

many negatives associated with it to constitute ‘smart growth.’ If the Center is built, not only will it lead to the deforestation of nearly 100 acres, but the traffic load in and around the area will increase past any reasonable point,” Russo said.

“While I believe in making Howell business friendly, I cannot wear blinders. I cannot ask our residents to accept this sort of growth. The downsides to this project outweigh the upsides, and the developer should consider alternatives that are far less burdensome and that better fit Howell’s community character,” he said.

Opponents of the plan have voiced their concern about the number of trucks that would enter and exit the transfer station on a daily basis and that this presented potential safety problems.

Howell Environmental Commission Chairwoman Joan Osborne previously brought up noise and air pollution concerns that she said would grow were the project approved.

Support The applicant’s engineers previously testified that, while there may be some delays during peak hours, traffic snarls would be minimal.

Resident Brandon Reo was initially opposed to the project but said he has since learned “much more and have completely changed my opinion as to my stance.”

Reo said that “amidst the hysteria generated by the special interest organization, HOPE. I took a more personal approach to investigate exactly what’s going on here.”

He wrote a letter to the Howell Planning Board prior to the meeting which stated, “unlike the majority of the people who have voiced their opinions, I am the sole resident living directly across the street from the proposed Howell Commerce Center. Having an obvious interest in what the developers are proposing, I attended many of the zoning board meetings to have my voice heard. Regrettably, without a full understanding of all of the developer’s proposals, I spoke in staunch opposition and ignored the many positive benefits, such as increased tax revenues and the great employment opportunities for our growing community.”

Reo asked the Planning Board to consider “the already established warehousing facilities that are presently operating without issue on Oak Glenn Road. This commercial area is comprised of various trucking operations, offices and a storage yard. The acreage area of this development is similar to the proposed project and is located only 1.25 miles away.

“All truck traffic will be directed away from the Brook, Lakewood Allenwood and Oak Glenn Roads intersection, instead to the west - toward Lakewood-Farmingdale Road. The proposed improvements of the roadway and of the new traffic light at the intersection 547/Randolph roads, are in my opinion more than adequate.”

Reo said in his letter that “All entrances are onto the uninhabited, nonresidential, Randolph Road - not onto (my) Brook Road.

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F EATURED L ETTER Barnegat JROTC Saluted Open letter to Chief Wa r r a nt Of f ice r Ji m Mackey, a nd pa rent s and cadets of the Barnegat High School Navy JROTC program: Just wanted to take the time to thank you and your cadets for all the help they gave us during our most recent Thank You d i n ne r we hosted for local Viet nam veterans on Saturday, 10/12/19, at Barnegat’s American Legion Post 232.

Several cadets were there from start to finish, helping us to set up, t hen brea k dow n and clean up. They took time out of their free Saturday to come and s h ow lo c a l Vie t n a m veterans how much they mean to ou r com munit y, and did so with honor and respect.

Two of the cadets (Jasmine and Valorie) even WALKED several miles to the American Legion post on their own, in their uniforms, to ensu re t hey were t here promptly at 4 p.m. Even though they were the first ones to arrive, they insisted on being the last ones to leave, too.

Anthony, Mary, James, and Philip were other cadets whose names I was able to note with staying practically from start to finish, but that d id n’t me a n t he re st of the total of 13 cadets who came later on didn’t sacrifice something in order to help others that day. As I understand it, the others who could n’t get there earlier on in the evening were at a drill in a town far away, and h a d b e e n up si nce 4 a.m. that day. Despite that grueling schedule, they still chose to come immediately afterwards to help at ou r event, a nd st ay ‘t il t he end

with putting tables and chai r s ba ck t oget he r and sweeping up. Even though I didn’t get all t hei r na mes, please k now we appreciated each and every one of them for coming and for giving us some of their free time on a Saturday night.

Not having children ourselves, Jimmy and I don’t get much positive exposure to youth, since social media is rife with examples of their downfall. However, each time we have an interaction with Barnegat’s youth, and especially with the cadets f rom you r program, our hope for humanity is regained, and I’m not trying to be cheesy in stating that. If you know me, you know I tell it like it is.

We’re so glad Barnegat has this program to offer our younger generations, because we feel our community greatly benef its from it. In a time where complaints versus compliments are doled out 100:1, we felt it was impor tant you k now how mu ch t he contributions of these young men and women were appreciated.

This open letter was posted with the hope ou r sentiments reach the cadets, their parents, and to any leaders upstream. We also wanted to make su re our gratefulness and encouragement to those in the program and others thinking about entering the program are relayed in a timely manner.

Thank you for all you do in helping to create such terrific citizens of Barnegat!

Thy and Jimmy Cavagnaro Founders, Thanking Vietnam Veterans in Barnegat

School Cuts Will Hurt Local Businesses This is a letter Superintendent Charles Sampson sent to the local chambers of commerce regarding the impacts of S-2 on both the Freehold Regional High School District and the community at large. This will be a significant issue here as it has been in other towns such as Toms River.

I wanted to take a moment to discuss Senate Bill 2 (S-2) and the impacts that it will have on both the Freehold Regional High School District and the community at large.

The Freehold Regional is an exemplary district. Our students have outstanding opportunities to explore their passions whether through participation in one of our specialized Magnet Programs, career and technical education pathways or through various clubs and sports teams. As a regionalized system, our economy of scale allows us to provide a superior education for our students while spending approximately $3,500 per pupil less than similar districts.

In fact, our per-pupil costs are below most of the K-8 systems in our area despite running hundreds of clubs and athletic teams. The belief that this district has somehow lived “high on the hog” for years as stated by supporters of S-2 is a dangerous misrepresentation.

This year, the Freehold Regional was reduced $3.8 million state aid, next year we will lose between $6 and $7 million with subsequent reductions for the next four years thereafter continuing on until we lose approximately $30 million in

Letters To The Editor funding. Our cumulative loss begin to erode.

As we face our Kurdish allies there and in state aid will reach $120 million dollars by the end of this phase-in. Even with raising taxes we will never be able to close that gap. Our class sizes are already at 30 students for core courses.

That number will have to rise to accommodate cuts. Critical infrastructure work will be delayed, our extracurricular structure will change, transportation for students will also be affected.

S-2 will change the face of this district. As business leaders, you understand how vital a great school system is to the local area. For years, homebuyers have flocked to the eight towns that form the Freehold Regional in part because of the fantastic educational opportunities that we provided students. With property taxes poised to increase while services decrease as a result of the funding cuts, this region of Monmouth County will no longer hold the same appeal to homebuyers. Property values will decline as this distinguished district becomes a shell of its former self.

There has been a lot of discussion over the benefits of regionalization in the news recently. We have seen the benefits of being a regional system. The irony of the situation is that the financial burden S-2 is imposing on our district is tearing apart the foundation of this regional system. As the funding impact of S-2 plays out differently in each community and as individual towns begin to seek isolated ways to support their specific schools within our system, the efficiency found within our regionalized system will

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tens of millions in cuts ahead of us, the attractiveness of our community for business owners will diminish as our schools and students suffer. I believe legislators never considered that these misguided funding cuts could destroy a regionalized system.

I write to you asking for your support in voicing opposition to this severely flawed funding formula. It must be re-examined and the phase-in should be delayed until the full scope of impact is understood.

I look forward to our continued partnership to ensure the long-term viability of this exceptional community.

Charles B. Sampson, Ed.D. Superintendent Freehold Regional

The Unquestioning Cult Of Trump A cult is defined as an instance of great veneration of a person, ideal or thing, especially as manifested by a body of admirers (Webster’s Dictionary).

A cult of personality is defined as a cult promoting adulation of a living national leader or public figure.

Human history abounds with cults of personality, better known as personality cults.

Most seniors remember the Hitler cult, the Stalin cult, the Mao cult. More recently, we’ve seen numerous American cults, large and small. There were Charles Manson of “Manson Family” rampaging and killing (California 1969); Jim Jones of The People’s Temple dying with hundreds of his cultists in a coerced mass suicide (Guyana 1978); David Koresh of the Branch Davidians sect (Waco, TX 1993); Marshall Applewhite of Heaven’s Gate, who with his followers hitched a ride on the Hale-Bopp Comet to heaven by mass suicide (CA 1997).

Nowadays, huge cults can be found in North Korea (Kim Jong-un); in Russia (Vladimir Putin); in China (Xi Jinping); and most ironic and dangerous of all, our homegrown Trump Cult.

No operative of Putin has been more productive for Russian interests than our own president.

Trump has just gifted Putin with Syria by deserting

redeploying them to protect oil instead of people; he has brought joy to his mentor/ friend Putin by wreaking havoc with our European allies; threatening NATO; bullying Ukraine; continually accepting Putin’s denials while rejecting all of America’s intelligence agencies’ conclusions; and faking a new conspiracy that Ukraine, not Russia, interfered in the 2016 election.

Trump has hollowed out and compromised every Department of the Federal Government; weakened them to the point of impotency; and aggregated more and more power to the Oval Office!

He has symbolically lynched Obama by obliterating his legacy. Withdrew from Iran nuclear deal (check). Withdrew from Paris Accord (check). Killed Affordable Care Act without a replacement (almost check).

Overturned all regulatory actions and executive orders that actually benefited citizens (check). Better to breathe noxious air; drink and bathe in toxic water; walk on polluted soil; drown in rising oceans.

He seems obsessed with undoing Obama’s intelligent and justified actions. He will not allow a smidgeon of credit to Obama for saving America and the world from another Great Depression (without a single supporting Republican vote for 8 years!)

Oh no, “Trump single-handedly saved the economy,” they say; and, if Congress dares to try to remove him from office for his abuse of power, perpetual lies and other crimes, he claims the market will collapse because he alone is the Atlas who supports it upon his shoulders. But, even if the Senate were to convict him, he has no intention of stepping down because, by that time, he will have become his heart’s desire, the first American Dictator!

I suggest this action to his cultist followers, be they members of Congress or his mesmerized Twitter audience. Why not try living under a dictator temporarily to see is you’ll like it?

Move to Russia. If you like it there, stay.

Obviously, you are not comfortable living with the Constitution of the United States and under the rule of law.

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Continued From Page 4 statements, the area of disturbed land is not the entire 100 acres. Undisturbed buffers will be left in place and other areas will be restored with new plantings. Additionally, the developers are mandated to contribute upwards of $2.5 million dollars to the Howell Tree Fund.

“I am satisfied with the storm water management plans submitted and further appreciate the developers plan to bring city water to the east end of Randolph Road.

After careful consideration of all aspects of this proposed project, I fi nd that the developers have satisfactorily answered all of my concerns,” Reo stated in his letter.

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to involve the 430 students at the school.

Aldrich Elementary School previously had a kindergarten class but currently has 3rd, 4th and 5th grade students.

Last year the event drew more than 60 local veterans who attended the ceremony and that number was equaled this year if not surpassed.

“We start the day off with the breakfast for the veterans and we receive support from businesses like Applebees, Chick Fil-A and Dunkin Donuts who help us with that,” Smith said.

“I’ve been watching it each year since I got here in 2001. After the breakfast the veterans listen to some short presentations by the students, some involve songs, videos from each class,” he said.

Timeline This application was originally scheduled to be heard on April 4, then it was rescheduled to May 9, and following testimony was placed on the record on May 9, and was carried to June 6, with no further notice.

After some additional testimony on June 6, the application was carried to June 20 and following testimony was again carried to July 29. Further testimony was heard on September 19 as well as on October 10, and the application was carried to November 7.

The application was then carried to a special meeting date of December 3, which due to a scheduling conflict was rescheduled to December 5.

The application will be revisited during a January 16 Planning Board meeting.

Aldrich School was adorned with red, white and blue “Thank you”-themed student decorations as well as with pictures and biographies of the veterans who attended the program. “It was very nicely decorated this year,” Smith said.

Each veteran and family member in attendance received a copy of the assembly program and a collection of student writing as a keepsake.

Smith said the students take great pride in honoring the brave men and women who have served, or are currently serving in, the United States Armed Forces.

“Some people ask why we do this in December and not in November around Veterans’ Day but many veterans are busy at that time and we have a lot of things going on at the same time in the school and this allows us a nice time just before the holidays to honor the veterans with a special event,” Smith said.

–Photos courtesy The Aldrich Elementary School, Howell Township (Above) Veterans greet students while on stage at the Aldrich Elementary School during the 16th Annual Veterans Appreciation Assembly held earlier this month.

(Below) Howell students wave American flags during this year’s Veterans Appreciation Assembly program held at the Aldrich Elementary School.

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Monmouth Ski Club To Meet

MONMOUTH COUNTY – The Monmouth Ski Club holds monthly meetings at the Wild Rover, 153 Shrewsbury Ave, Red Bank.

Come and learn about incentives for new members. Killington Mountain is open and Monmouth Ski club members have gotten an early jump on the ski season.

This club loves winter and members of MSC have been skiing at Killington Mountain already this season taking advantage of MSC Lodge’s close proximity to all major ski areas in Central Vermont, an hour or less to Killington Mountain, Sugarbush, Okemo, Stratton, Stowe and Mount Snow.

The club is an all season organization which has been satisfying the appetite of skiers and riders for over 50 years.

The cost for staying at the lodge are reasonable and include meals and linen service. Discount lift tickets are a plus.

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cil (NJSC), we are eligible to purchase substantially discounted vouchers for many ski areas. Another perk of NJSC membership is the chance to go on any number of trips.

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Other fun activity the club participates in is our annual Race weekend and The NJSSC EXPO. Many club members attended this year’s NJSSC EXPO on November 8 where the club had a booth/table and participated in all the fun activities with representatives of ski resorts, ski shops and ski tourism companies.

Monthly meetings are the fi rst Wednesday of every month. The fi rst meeting of 2020 will be January 8 and the next will be February 5, 2020.

Embroiderers’ Guild To Meet

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Stitchers of all levels are welcome. There are sit-and-stitch tables at each meeting as

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For more information, call 732-462-5540 or visit mcega.org.

Evening and day stitchers will not meet in December. Sunday stitchers will also not meet in December.

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County Offers Holiday Fire Safety Tips

FREEHOLD – It’s the time of year when houses are aglow from all of the beautiful holiday decorations and the Monmouth County Board of Chosen Freeholders and the Monmouth County Fire Marshal want to make sure this holiday season is merry, bright and safe!

“Holiday decorations are one of the most enjoyable parts of the season, but we need to remember that some of these decorations can pose a fire risk if we are not careful,” said Freeholder Deputy Director Patrick Impreveduto, liaison the Monmouth County Fire Marshal and Fire Academy. “There are three basic rules to keep in mind over the holiday season to help you stay safe from an accidental fire: remember to water your tree, check for frayed cords and wires and be cautious when using lit candles.”

Fire safety tips for the Christmas tree include: • When selecting a Christmas tree, inspect the tree to make sure it is fresh with green needles that do not fall off when touching it.

• Cutting two inches from the base of the trunk before placing the tree in the stand.

• Making sure the tree is not blocking an exit.

• Keeping the tree away from heat sources such as a fire places, radiators, candles or heat vents. The heat will dry out the tree.

• Keeping the tree watered at all times by making sure the stand is filled with water daily.

• Never using lit candles as a decoration on the tree.

• Always turning off the tree lights before leaving the house or going to bed.

• Removing the tree once the holiday is over. Dried out Christmas trees are a danger.

According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), December is the peak time of year for home candle fires.

In December, 12% of home candle fi res started with decorations compared to 4% throughout the rest of the year.

Fire safety tips for safe candle use include: • Using battery operated candles. They look, smell and feel like real candles.

• Keeping lit candles away from decorations and other objects that are flammable.

• Making sure that lit candles are in a stable holder and place on a level surface if you are using regular candle

Not leaving candles unattended or leave the house with lit candles.

• Not placing lit candles in a window with blinds or curtains.

• Keeping matches and lighters away from children in locked cabinets if you are going to use regular candles.

“If you are using lit candles during the holiday season, be safe and keep children and pets away from the candle,” said Monmouth County Fire Marshal Fred Migliaccio. “One third of home fires are started by unattended candles in addition to defective decorations.”

Fire safety tips for other holiday decorations include: • Choosing decorations that are flame resistant.

• Keeping in mind some string lights are only for indoor or outdoor use.

• Replacing any string lights that have worn or broken cords or loose bulbs.

• Not overloading electrical outlets.

• Keeping decorations away from windows and doorways.

• Making sure to test your smoke alarms.

The NFPA estimated that in the years between 2013-2017, U.S. fire departments responded to an average of 780 home structure fires per year that began with decorations, excluding Christmas trees. These fi res caused an annual average of three civilian fire deaths, 34 civilian fire injuries and $12 million in direct property damage.

“We want our residents of Monmouth County to have a happy and safe holiday season,” said Freeholder Deputy Director Impreveduto. “Be mindful of these simple suggestions to help protect your home from fires—and remember to check your smoke alarms all year long.”

To bring the message to life, Deputy Director Patrick Impreveduto and Monmouth County Fire Marshal Fred Migliaccio have released a holiday fire safety video, which can be viewed on Monmouth County’s website visitmonmouth.com and the County’s social media channels.

Watch the holiday safety video and get all of the most up to date information from the County by following Monmouth County Government on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

For more information about the Monmouth County Fire Marshal, go to visitmonmouth. com.

Friends Of The Howell Alliance Healthy Community Think Tank

HOWELL – Help Howell community youth have a positive year in 2020! Share your ideas and perspective in an informal, welcoming environment to enrich our community commitment to youth at-risk behavior prevention.

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Winter Street Regulations In Effect

HOWELL – Residents should be aware that all equipment such as basketball hoops, soccer nets, hockey goals, etc. must be removed from the roadway during winter months to allow for proper plowing of Township streets.

Per Township Ordinance the placement of portable sports equipment within the rightof-way is prohibited from through March 31.

Those residents who have a curb and sidewalk in front of their property, the equipment

should be placed behind the sidewalk. If you do not have sidewalk in front of your residence, move the equipment back at least 10 feet behind the edge of pavement.

Failure to remove said equipment may result in further action being taken by the Township Code Enforcement Office.

Those seeking further information or have any questions regarding the requirements, call the Code Enforcement office at 732-9384500 ext. 2333.

Message From Township: 2020 Assessments

HOWELL – The 2020 annual assessment notifications have been sent to all property owners. Please note that the deadline to file an assessment appeal is January 15, 2020.

Appeals must provide three to five recent sales that would show the property is over

assessed compared to the market. Comparison of assessments is not acceptable evidence in determining your property value. Please review our frequently asked questions page and contact the Assessor’s office at 732-9386242 if you have further questions.

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Holidays:

Continued From Page 1 The holiday season kicked off with the Village’s “Day of Thanks” event on November 24 which was a special early Thanksgiving program featuring a service at the historic chapel, craft demonstrations (blacksmith, tinsmith, carpentry, leather-making among others), plus cooking at the Manager’s House over its 18th century open hearth.

Other special activities aimed at both adults and children included the village’s bakery, general store, and Enameling Building’s Museum Store which opened for early holiday shopping.

Additional early 19th century period cooking and other activities with the theme of “giving thanks” were spread throughout the village.

The welcome center was decorated and featured a number of Christmas exhibits this year which center around the family and Christmas traditions in America and around the world.

“Our train exhibit features the Lionel trains from the collection of Ignacio Palmisano that are on loan from Tony Palmisano and his family,” Wilderotter said.

She added that the miniature village “surrounding our Christmas tree is a donation from a local suppor t, staff members and volunteers of the village.”

The exhibit also includes a “Holiday Table” which allows visitors to take a look at

the customs and traditions surrounding the Christmas holidays in countries represented at the Howell Works in the 19th century.

As visitors walk through the displays, they learn about customs that make the holiday celebrations unique to their culture and those that serve to point out just how similar each of them is.

A third display features a Christmas classic, the Nutcracker which includes a collection on loan to Allaire Village by Kathy Geiser, during the holiday season.

Geiser is a long-time staff member. The Nutcracker figures have a rich history that guests learn about when they visit.

The holiday exhibit came about while contemplating the lives of the many members of the Howell Works during the mid-19th century.

Individuals from many countries came to work in the production of iron and the businesses that supported the community’s growth and development. They all brought their culture and traditions to their new home in New Jersey.

“We have tables and displays for the celebration of Christmas in Sweden, Ireland, Norway, the Netherlands, England and the United states,” Wilderotter said.

“You also see in the recipes given out what was served and some of the traditions each country had like having the English Christmas crackers,” Wilderotter said.

The holiday customs tend to blend over time as they are shared and celebratory

practices are discovered to be interesting, tasty or just plain enjoyable.

Wilderotter said that people see the results of this as they go from table to table and learn a bit about the differing customs which may at the same time seem oddly similar as ways the Christmas holidays are celebrated in different cultures.

During stops at the manager’s house, which was decorated, there were discussions of the history of the Nutcracker.

“Before Mr. Allaire bought the property that house was already here and there was a sawmill and he bought it out from that owner and so this is the oldest building on the property.”

“One of the things I love about Allaire is that there was never a long period of time when no one didn’t own the property so it was constantly being maintained. Before the state got the property there was a family who lived on it and took care of it as well, Arthur Brisbane. The state took over ownership of it in 1954,” she said.

Wilderotter clarified a common misconception held by visitors. “Allaire Village is not run by the state we are a non-profit for whom I work for who runs the property. We are the ones who do the maintenance on the buildings with state approval but the state does not give us any funding it is all through what we do here,” she said.

“The mill here was very important to those living here in 1836 because they were the ones who navigated everything,” Wilderot-

ter said. She added that Allaire Village has around 150 volunteers and five full time staff as well as some paid tour guides.

Among those volunteers is 15-year-old Paige Wehner, also of Howell. She spoke to visitors who came to the parlor of the manager’s house. “This is their front parlor where they would show off all of their wealth. The curtains go all the way down to the floor. Material was extremely expensive back then so to have curtains that would go down to the floor showed you were rich.”

Wehner said, “The manager lived here and would run the village when Mr. Allaire was away on business trips. He made $2,000 a year which was a lot of money at that time.”

Laura Clark of Little Silver is a tour guide who provides school tours. “We have 8-9,000 children tour the village each year,” she said.

Allaire Village hosts 52 events a year but takes off January and February which allows for its workers to take part in workshops to learn particular skills related to the time period and to aid them in presenting this to guests.

Christmas at Allaire Lantern Tours will take place during the month allowing for guests to stroll through the village by candlelit lantern and visit the chapel, bakery, blacksmith’s shop, Allaire residence on a guided tour. For dates, times and tickets visit eventbrite.com/e/allaire-christmas-lantern-tours-tickets-71848359377 or allairevillage.org.

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KNEE PAIN? Grinding, popping, difficulty walking or going up and down the stairs, bone-on-bone pain… Does any of this sound familiar?

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Dear Joel Pet Sleepover

Dear Joel, My husband and I will be hosting out of town friends and their dog for a fiveday visit in the coming weeks. We love having them stay with us, but we’re not so crazy about their dog. Last time they visited, the dog had multiple accidents, staining both our carpet and furniture, chewed the dining room table leg, and terrorized our senior dog. They won’t travel without their pooch, so how can we tell them that he’s not welcome without destroying our friendship?

Answer: Many of us consider our pets to be family, so to be told a family member isn’t welcome could put a strain on your friendship. I would use your dog as the ‘excuse’ and let them know that their dog will have to be confi ned to

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limited areas of the house du r i ng t hei r visit. Bring out your dog’s old crate as an alternative to blocking off rooms while establishing a ‘safe’ place. You might even suggest a local doggy daycare that would keep their dog entertained (and out of the way) during the day. Your friends and their dog are guests in your home and while you want them to be as comfortable as possible, they need to be flexible and comply with your wishes.

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Make-A-Wish Alum Gives Back Through “Believe Campaign”

By Kimberly Bosco HOWELL – One local boy is giving back to the organization that changed his life last year.

Howell’s own Christian Rivero, a MakeA-Wish recipient battling a life-threatening, critical illness, was granted the opportunity to visit Beaches, Turks & Caicos in 2018.

One year later, Rivero is giving back to the Make-a-Wish foundation by collecting letters as part of the Macy’s 12th Annual Believe Campaign. For every letter collected, Macy’s will donate $1 to Make-AWish, up to $1 million, to help grant the wishes of children with critical illnesses.

The campaign runs from November through December 24. On Dec. 6, also known as National Believe Day, Rivero made a delivery of nearly 1,000 letters that he collected. Not only this, but letters delivered on National Believe Day count for a $2 contribution from Macy’s per letter, up to an additional $1 million, bringing the total campaign to a possible $2 million.

On Dec. 6, Rivero, accompanied by family, made a visit to the Macy’s in the Freehold Raceway Mall with 972 letters.

He collected the letters through the How-

ell High School Make-A-Wish Club, the Club Advisor and English teacher Mrs. Collins, as well as staff and students throughout all of Howell High School.

“I chose to collect letters from my school because I felt like it was my responsibility to give back to the foundation that blessed me and my family,” said Rivero.

“I feel very honored being able to give back through Macy’s…I would also like to thank Make-A-Wish for all they have done for me and my family as well as Macy’s for giving me the opportunity to support the foundation and people who truly transformed my life and gave me hope when I had none.”

Make-A-Wish helps provide children with critical illnesses the chance to experience life beyond their illness. Since 2003, Macy’s has donated more than $122 million to Make-A-Wish, including more than $19 million through the annual Believe campaign.

For more information about Make-AWish New Jersey, visit nj.wish.org. The campaign continues; if you would like to deliver a letter of your own, “believers” of all ages can mail letters to Santa at the big red letterbox at any local Macy’s store or online at macys.com/believe.

Do-Not-Knock Registry Request Form

HOWELL – Fill out the registration form and mail or deliver it to the Clerk’s Office and receive a “No Knock” sticker to place on your door. Your residence will also be added to the list of “No Knock” residences given to licensed

peddlers/solicitors.

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

Toxic Holiday Plants To Children And Pets

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

So you know how I love to use plants as ‘medicine’ and frequently recommend herbs to you?

Well, there are certain plants that are dangerous, especially at this time of the year.

Not all plants are medicine!

Holiday plants are sometimes poisonous.

Many poisonings happen during travel because some people don’t realize that holiday plants are dangerous and they decorate with them. Then you show up with your baby, or your pet and something happens. Here are tips to stay safe: Christmas trees. If you love the scent of a beautiful living Christmas tree, I recommend you feed it with plain water. Commercial preservatives are not necessary. Most brands induce stomach upset and vomiting to children and pets who crawl around the floor and take a sip of the water in the Christmas tree stand. Some commercial tree preservatives (or home-made versions) contain anything from harmless ingredients like corn syrup or soda to more dangerous ingredients such as bleach, whiskey or aspirin.

Holly Berries. Branches of the holly tree (often called “boughs” of holly) are beautiful holiday decorations and frequently used to add color to mantles, table settings and even food! Be careful with this one because the berries are poisonous to both humans and animals. If you accidentally ingest the berries, it can cause local irritation in your mouth as well as severe diarrhea, vomiting, dehydration and weakness. There have been fatalities.

Keep holly boughs up and away from children and beloved pets or alternatively, buy silk or plastic versions of holly for your home decor. If you insist on fresh holly boughs, you should remove the red berries before placing it if you have little visitors coming, or pets. Here’s why that’s a smart move: When the holly dries out in your home, which is pretty quickly, the berries fall off the plant and become a danger to children and pets.

Poinsettia. The poinsettia plant blooms with those stunning big red flowers! It also has varieties that bloom in white and cream.

This plant is often considered deadly but it’s not usually fatal if eaten. The poinsettia sap in the leaves and flowers can be irritating if children and pets chew on it, especially because it causes a painful mouth, lip or skin rash. If swallowed it will also cause cramps and stomach upset. But it doesn’t kill.

Mistletoe. The kissing sprig. If you pass beneath the mistletoe, you can get one planted on you! It’s a well-known holiday tradition and symbol of love! American mistletoe (Phoradendron serotinum) is different and safer, compared to its European cousin known botanically as Viscum album.

In a study examining 1,754 American mistletoe poisonings, almost all the cases were children (92% of exposures) and they were all cases from chewing and swallowing the plant. There were no fatalities. So again, American mistletoe is not toxic like European mistletoe, but here in the states, it’s come down to guilt by association. I do not recommend eating or consuming any part of the plant, however smooches are perfectly fine!

(This information is not intended to treat, cure or diagnose your condition. Suzy Cohen is the author of “The 24-Hour Pharmacist” and “Real Solutions.” For more information, visit www.SuzyCohen.com) ©2019 SUZY COHEN, RPH. DISTRIBUTED BY DEAR PHARMACIST, INC.

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By: Michael J. Deem, Esq. and Robert C. Shea, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates Have you thought about giving a fancy new gadget as a holiday gift? Or maybe there’s something on your wish list that Santa forgot to bring? If so, you might be tempted by an Ad to purchase high-tech gadgets for a low price. But if a merchant, other than Amazon.com, asks you to pay using an Amazon gift card then it’s probably a scam. In fact, Amazon’s gift card terms don’t allow you to use Amazon gift cards to make payments anywhere besides amazon.com and a few specific sites.

Here’s how the scam happens: You discover a website that sells new HDTVs, GPS devices, and other tech-gadgets for deeply discounted prices. You haven’t heard of the site, but you’re diligent and you do some research. You find a few reviews from satisfied customers, you think the site is legitimate, and you go for it.

During checkout, you’re instructed to purchase an Amazon gift card and then hand over the gift card information as payment. Unfortunately, if you do, you’ll be out the money, and you won’t get anything in return. These scammers know that bad reviews scare people away, so they may post a few positive reviews about the site. They shut down the site before people post complaints — usually in less than a month — and open under a

new name somewhere else.

Michael J. Deem Buying an Amazon gift card to make a payment is NOT the same as using Amazon Payments, which provides some protections for buyers.

Amazon Payments is a feature that allows Amazon members to pay for merchandise on other websites by logging in and using a payment method they’ve stored on their Amazon account. For example, if you use a credit card stored in your Amazon Payments account, you’re still using your credit card to make the purchase, and you get certain protections when you use a credit card.

You don’t have the same protections when you pay with a gift card — virtually or physically. It could be tough to trace the money or get it back if something goes wrong. Of course, that’s not a problem if you’re sending the gift card to a friend or family member as a gift.

When shopping online, consider using a payment method that offers protections if you don’t get what you paid for.

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Thoracic Outlet Syndrome: By: Matthew Johnson, DPT

WHAT IS IT? There are many different conditions that can cause neck, arm, or hand pain including cervical disc disorders, or rotator cuff injuries. One condition that is often overlooked is Thoracic Outlet Syndrome. Thoracic Outlet Syndrome is defined as blood vessels or nerves that become compressed in your neck in an area between the collarbone and first rib. Compression of the nerve roots in your cervical and thoracic spine can happen as they pass through this area if it is too narrow. Narrowing of the thoracic outlet can occur due to poor posture, tight neck muscles, an injury to the neck, or repetitive overhead motions. Nerves and blood vessels travel through the thoracic outlet and exit underneath the chest muscles where they then travel down the arm. If compression occurs, patients will typically report pain, numbness, or tingling in the neck or upper extremity with reaching and sustained overhead use of the hands or arms.

TYPES OF THORACIC OUTLET SYNDROME: There are two types of Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, vascular and neurological. Vascular TOS occurs when the blood vessels, arteries, or veins are compressed in the neck and shoulder region causing decreased blood flow to the hands and arms typically with the arm in an elevated position leading to numbness and weakness in the hand. Similarly, neurological TOS occurs when the nerves of your lower cervical spine and upper thoracic spine are compressed in the same region (see figure 1). This is a more common diagnosis affecting 8590% of all TOS patients. Neurogenic TOS can cause symptoms such as tension in the neck and upper back, head aches, muscle spasms, pain, and numbness & tingling sensations that can radiate down to the hand and fingers.

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HOW DOES IT HAPPEN? When nerves leave your vertebrae, they are grouped together in a cord that is referred to as the brachial plexus (see figure 2). This cord runs through a triangular space between the scalene muscles in the

neck and then down towards the armpit. When the nerves travel down to the armpit, they run underneath the chest muscles and then divide into different branches. The nerve branches then travel down the arm to the hand and fingers.

If these neck or chest muscles become tight, the nerves that run through them can also become compressed leading to symptoms when reaching overhead.

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WHO IS AT RISK? Neurological Thoracic outlet syndrome is common in people who perform repetitive tasks, such as desk workers, hair stylists, painters, mechanics, swimmers, pitchers, and weight lifters to name a few. It is most frequent between 20-40 years of age with more than half of cases being women. Neurological TOS can also occur as a result of trauma to the head, neck, or upper extremity such as with a fall or motor vehicle accident. Certain activities can also bring about symptoms of pain in the neck or upper extremity.

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Some of these irritating activities include: • Washing, brushing, or drying the hair

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE A Master Class In Gardening

–Photo Provided by Monmouth County Monmouth County Freeholder Lillian G. Burry, who serves as liaison to Rutgers Cooperative Extension, congratulates the 21st Rutgers Master Gardeners graduating class at their graduation ceremony held on November 21 at The Church of St. Anselm.

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By Bob Vosseller TINTON FALLS – It was graduation day on November 21 for a very special class of students.

The 32 graduates were honored during a ceremony held at the Church of Saint Anselm in Tinton Falls.

They were the 21st graduating class honored their green thumb expertise as Rutgers Master Gardeners.

Their accomplishment was recognized by the Monmouth County Board of Chosen Freeholder Lillian G. Burry said, “the Master Gardeners have produced yet another special class of individuals who volunteer their time by beautifying our community and offering assistance to residents who have horticulturally-related inquiries.”

Burry serves as liaison to Rutgers Cooperative Extension. “The Master Gardeners, as a whole, addressed more than 450 questions from the public at Garden Helpline tables at various events and 2,040 garden questions via phone, email or walk-in at

the Agriculture Building Helpline room.”

Since the fi rst graduating class held on November 19, 1999, there have been 596 Master Gardeners trained in Monmouth County.

Now that the 21st graduating class has completed their training, there are currently 256 active Master Gardeners who continue to volunteer their time to the County.

Burry said, “I am delighted to announce that this year’s graduating class volunteered more than 750 hours in the Plant a Row for the Hungry garden, producing approximately 1,760 pounds of food.”

“The food produced has been donated to Monmouth County food pantries such as the Open Door in Freehold and Lunch Break in Red Bank,” Burry added.

Since the Plant a Row for the Hungry (PAR) garden started in 2006, 32,550 pounds of food have been produced and donated to local food banks, group homes, senior centers and soup kitchens.

Besides the PAR garden, the Master Gardeners continue to be involved in over 25 community and donation gardens throughout Monmouth County where they grew and harvested over 21,850 pounds of food.

In conjunction with the Rutgers Cooperative Extension, the Monmouth County Master Gardener program seeks to educate everyone in horticultural topics, helps answer questions regarding gardening problems around the home, supports community and donation gardens and provides a speaker’s bureau to bring Master Gardener led discussions to local gardening clubs and other interested community groups around the County.

To learn more about becoming a Master Gardener or to receive an application, call 732-431-7260, ext. 7262 or go to visit monmouth.com.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of dec 21 - dec 27

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): In the week ahead, you may find it easier than usual to promote romantic moments when alone with a loved one, or to be friendly while in a group setting. Avoid making large or unusual investments.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You might think the world is your oyster, and so believe that it must be easy to find a pearl.

Social activities could keep you hopping.

Focus on travel plans or educational opportunities this week.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): It is likely that most people’s thoughts, including yours, are centered on being more considerate. In the week ahead, some fantasies might have you floating on cloud nine, even when you should be earthbound.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Sometimes it’s better to start from scratch. It may be necessary to throw away something that doesn’t work. Review or study a relevant subject this week so that you can become more proficient at your job.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Be mentally prepared, as there could be some mix-ups with your bank account or paycheck that require your forbearance in the upcoming week. Some new workplace projects might begin to make more sense. Count your change.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): It may be time to tear up the old story and draft a new copy. In the week ahead you may be able to tackle ideas as well as relationships from a totally different and more satisfying

perspective.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You may be preoccupied by daydreams or romantic yearnings in the week ahead until harsh reality wakes you up. Be sure to schedule specific times to attend to your duties.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Learning to adapt to new procedures and follow trending subjects might be a priority in the week to come. It may be challenging to shift mental gears from serious issues to lighthearted social exchanges, but it’s manageable.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Friends may encourage you to test their pet business theories, leaving you with regrets about overcommitting your time or overextending your reach. In the upcoming week you must rely on your own sound judgement.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Making business decisions may fall to the wayside as more pressing questions rivet your attention.

You may want to ask yourself what makes the most perfect gift for a loved one as this week skitters by.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): This might be a favorable time to buy something that has some glitz and glamor, but not a good day to focus on buying ultra-sensible gifts. Choose items that spark joy in the week ahead.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Your sixth sense will alert you when it’s time to turn on the charm or when it’s better to evade an issue. You may not be able to argue with logic in the week to come, but your intuitions are on target.

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By Wolfgang Puck Anyone who has dined in one of my restaurants, read one of my books or articles, seen me on TV, or cooked or eaten with me personally knows that I think of the whole world as my pantry.

I love discovering ingredients and ways of cooking them that are new to me, and then mastering and sharing them with others. In the process, I’ll often combine influences from various countries and ethnicities into one dish, creating original recipes in a process sometimes referred to by the contemporary term of “fusion” cuisine, which came into use in the 1970s. (Even though you could argue that fusion has happened throughout history, whenever food lovers have traveled and brought their discoveries home with them.)

But since that culinary term was first coined some four decades ago, maybe we have finally moved beyond fusion today. While national and ethnic cuisines will always remain sources of genuine pride for the places and peoples they spring from, and be cooked and served in homes and restaurants where authenticity matters, more and more people love to eat fusion-style in their daily lives.

All-American breakfast followed by Japanese ramen for lunch and pizza or Mexican for dinner.

And maybe that breakfast includes grilled Italian sausage; sliced fresh jalapeños garnish the ramen; and crème fraiche and smoked salmon top the pizza, as they do in one of the most popular items from my menu at Spago.

You could say that today ethnic cuisines once considered to belong to a specific group of people now belong to everyone. And our lives are richer for that shared culinary heritage.

In that spirit, I would like to share one of my alltime favorite ethnic recipes: Jewish potato latkes, traditionally served at Hanukkah, the Festival of Lights that begins Dec. 22 and continues for seven more nights. Because Hanukkah commemorates a miracle in which one night’s supply of oil kept the eternal light burning for eight nights in the rededicated Second Temple in Jerusalem, dishes fried in oil - like these crispy potato pancakes - feature prominently on holiday menus.

The wonderful thing about latkes, however, is they’re perfect for other occasions and other family traditions and are endlessly adaptable as well.

Make a big batch to serve with your roast at the Christmas table. Or prepare little bite-sized latkes and top them with small slices of smoked salmon or other smoked fish such as sturgeon, whitefish, or trout, or some salmon or sturgeon caviar to make the most elegant Champagne-friendly appetizer for your New Year’s party. Keep on making them, as I like to do, for a reliably delicious potato side dish all year long.

I wish you happy holidays. May you enjoy the

bounty of an ever-expanding global pantry.

POTATO LATKES Serves 12 8 medium-sized baking potatoes 1 medium-sized yellow onion 1 cup (250 ml) all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon baking powder Pinch freshly grated nutmeg Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 cup (250 ml) milk 1 large egg, lightly beaten 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or melted unsalted butter Peanut oil, for frying Watercress sprigs, for garnish Applesauce, for serving Sour cream or crème fraiche, for serving With a swivel-bladed vegetable peeler, peel the potatoes. With a sharp knife, peel the onion and cut it in half.

With the large shredding holes of a hand-held grater/ shredder, or with the large-hole shredding disc of a food processor, cut the potatoes and onions into shreds, transferring the shreds to a mixing bowl. Add the lemon juice and toss thoroughly to coat the shreds and prevent discoloration.

By handfuls, pick up the shredded mixture and squeeze it over the sink, transferring the squeezed shreds to a large clean mixing bowl. Set aside.

In another mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, nutmeg, and salt and pepper to taste. In a smaller bowl, stir together the milk and egg. Add the milk-egg mixture to the flour mixture, and then pour into the bowl of shredded potatoes and onion. Stir until thoroughly combined, drizzling in the 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil or melted butter as you stir.

Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a baking sheet with several layers of paper towels. Line another baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper.

Heat a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Pour in enough peanut oil to form a thin, even layer in the pan. With a large spoon, scoop up some of the potato mixture and form round pancakes, large or small as you like, in the pan, taking care not overcrowd the pan.

Fry the pancakes until deep golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes per side, turning them once. Transfer to the paper towel-lined baking sheet to drain briefly on both sides.

Meanwhile, start cooking another batch of pancakes.

While they cook, transfer the cooked pancakes to the foil- or parchment-lined sheet and put in the oven to keep them warm. Continue frying, draining and warming the remaining pancakes.

When all the potato pancakes are done, arrange the pancakes on a serving platter, garnish with the sprigs and serve with applesauce and sour cream or crème fraiche.

(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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