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Community Mourns Passing Of K9 Bullet

By Kimberly Bosco BARNEGAT – Barnegat Police recently honored the passing of one of their own, K9 Bullet, with an End of Watch ceremony.

The department, along with Whiting Veter inar y Clinic staff, said goodbye to K9 Bullet at the clinic on Jan. 10, 2020.

“It was a solemn day with multiple police department’s Officers and K9s in attendance at Whiting Veterinary honoring Bullet and showing support for Officer Armstrong,” wrote Dr. Lisa Schorr of Whiting Veterinary in a post to their social media.

K9 Bullet was a Belgian Malinois, a high-energy breed similar to a German shepard. Bullet came to Barnegat from Holland, where he was raised and received his initial obedience training. Alongside Barnegat Officer Rob Armstrong, Bullet began patrol, narcotics detection and human tracking training in 2009.

“Bullet had an extremely successful career locating illegal drugs and illegal drug –Photos courtesy Whiting Veterinary Clinic proceeds, searching for fleeing suspects and lost seniors and of course his highest priority Pictured above are Patrolman Armstrong with K9 partner Bullet (K9 Bullet - See Page 4)

The Perils Of Posting: Should Public Officials Play It Safe On Social Media?

By Kimberly Bosco OCEAN COUNTY – No one is immune to risks of social media, even those that lead us.

Social media can be used for both the personal and professional. For example, your next door neighbor might be sharing funny animal videos to Facebook while your local police department is posting updates on road closures in your area.

While social media has become an easy and efficient way to connect with the community, it also breeds a new problem for local officials with an online presence: where does one draw the line between the personal and the professional? What sort of content should be allowed on professional platforms?

Jersey Shore Online recently used this very technology to poll the Ocean County

community on this issue, asking residents via Facebook: Should politicians be held to a higher standard on social media than the average citizen?

In response, an overwhelming majority (70 voters) agreed that as public officials, they should be held to a higher standard.

A small percentage (23 voters) compromised with the idea that public officials (Social Media - See Page 8)

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Pinelands Becomes Pilot School For LGBTQ Curriculum

By Kimberly Bosco LITTLE EGG HARBOR – Pinelands Regional School District has been named one of 12 pilot school districts to incorporate the new LGBTQ-inclusive curriculum beginning this January, district officials recently announced.

On January 12, 2020, Pinelands Regional Junior High School Principal Eric Pschorr sent out a letter to district parents announcing the inclusion of the new curriculum for middle school students.

“We are proud to inform you that the Pinelands Regional Junior High, 8th Grade Class, has been selected to be a pilot school in the LGBTQ Inclusive Curriculum Pilot Program from January 2020 through June 2020,” stated Pschorr.

The pilot program is part of the LGBTQ-Inclusive Curriculum Bill, or S-1569. Signed into law on Jan. 31, 2019 by Governor Phil Murphy, S-1569 “requires boards of education to include instruction, and adopt instructional materials, that accurately portray political, economic, and social contributions of persons with disabilities and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people.”

“As a pilot school, our teachers, administrators, students, and community members will be provided various forms of support while implementing the curriculum,” continued Pschorr.

The Pinelands District was one of 50 schools to submit an application to the state to be a participant in the pilot program. Of that 50, 12 were chosen including: • Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School in Asbury Park • Forrestdale School in Rumson • Haddon Heights Junior-Senior High School • Highland Park School • Millburn Middle School • Newark Arts High School • Pinelands Regional Junior High School • Bergen Arts and Science Charter Middle (Pinelands - See Page 4)

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Continued From Page 1 School in Hackensack • Bergen Arts and Science Charter High School in Hackensack • Chartertech High School for the Performing Arts in Somers Point • Unity Charter School in Morristown The pilot program will run until the end of the 2019-2020 school year in preparation for implementing the LGBTQ-inclusive curriculum throughout the entire state come the 2020-2021 school year.

In addition to educating the students on LGBTQ topics, Pschorr noted that Pinelands teaching staff will be given access to the new curriculum and be provided instructional coaching while the adminis-

K9 Bullet:

Continued From Page 1 providing physical protection for his handler Officer Armstrong and fellow officers,” wrote Dr. Schorr. “Another important duty he loved was community policing, performing demonstrations of his K9 skills at community events for entertainment and education of the public.”

When he wasn’t sniffi ng out drugs or protecting Barnegat’s police force, Bullet lived at home with Officer Armstrong and his family.

“Bullet was a 10-year-old Belgian Malinois whose untimely passing was a tough decision for Patrolman Armstrong as Bullet was suffering from serious health issues,” stated Barnegat Police.

After more than 10 years of dedicated service to his department, Bullet was honored

tration will be provided a leadership coach on school law and best practices for LGBTQ inclusion in the curriculum.

“Our community members will be provided community education programs through our partnership with Garden State Equality and Make It Better for Youth,” he added.

The new curriculum will be held in two classrooms covering all content areas. The pilot program requires that students and staff will complete anonymous surveys on the curriculum as well.

According to Garden State Equality, the statewide advocacy and education organization running the pilot program, the inclusion of LGBTQ curriculum is necessary in NJ schools because it can help decrease bullying, increase student attendance, and allows LGBTQ youth to see themselves reflected

in the classroom.

The curriculum will be offered to NJ schools by Garden State Equality at no cost.

“Since we passed the nation’s strongest Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights in 2011, building safe schools for LGBTQ youth has been one of the pillars of Garden State Equality’s mission, but we know students still experience victimization and harassment.

Fostering an affirming culture that works beyond the letter of the law is critical to developing safe schools, and LGBTQ-inclusive curriculum is the next step to ensuring that,” stated Ashley Chiappano, MS, Safe Schools & Community Education Manager for Garden State Equality.

With this inclusive curriculum, students will be learning about historical figures and members of the LGBTQ community like

with an End of Watch just like his fellow officers would receive.

“It has been an honor and a privilege to provide veterinary care for Bullet from the day that Officer Armstrong introduced himself and Bullet to me with Bullet’s leash in one hand and a bouquet of flowers in the other. What a pleasure it was to witness Bullet’s skills demonstrated at our annual Open House events, in fact Bullet’s fi rst attendance at our Open House was the very day after completion of Police K9 Training and his fi rst day of patrol duty!” wrote Dr. Schorr. “I am honored to know Rob Armstrong and honored to have known Bullet.”

The Barnegat community mourned the passing of Bullet by sharing Dr. Schorr’s heartfelt post across social media, extending their condolences to the Barnegat Police and saying goodbye to K9 Bullet.

Babs Siperstein, a transgender equality pioneer, and Marsha P. Johnson, who ignited the Stonewall Riots, both New Jersey natives. Students will also learn about Harvey Milk, one of the first openly gay elected officials in America, and Bayard Rustin, Martin Luther King’s closest adviser who organized the March on Washington, to name a few.

New Jersey is the second state in the U.S. to pass legislation requiring schools to teach this inclusive curriculum, following California which passed it in 2011.

For those seeking more information on the implementation of LGBTQ-inclusive curriculum at Pinelands, a community meeting will be held on February 5, 2020 at 6 p.m. in the Junior High Media Center.

–Photo courtesy Whiting Veterinary Clinic

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY e DitoRiAL School Cuts Will Eventually Cost Trenton “Pay now or pay later.”

That’s an adage that is true in a lot of situations. School and government officials know it all too well. They know that if they don’t do maintenance on a school building, for example, they will eventually pay more to repair it when something big breaks.

On a smaller scale, think of it this way: Do you do oil changes or do you replace your engine when it seizes?

Gov. Phil Murphy and the Senate leadership are being faced with a very real “pay now or pay later” situation, even though they don’t know it yet. They don’t want to give more aid schools impacted by S-2. This is a law that restructured the school aid sent to a bunch of school districts. Some managed to get by unscathed. Some got small cuts. Some got huge cuts.

Freehold is looking at the loss of half of its state aid. Toms River and Brick school districts are losing millions a year. Toms River school officials are thinking of cutting sports and clubs.

Herbertsville Elementary in Brick is closing, to be turned into a grant-run preschool.

There have been significant staff reductions. Class sizes are climbing higher and higher.

Local districts have rou-

tinely complained that the residents are being taxed too high and that their money is going to at-risk districts elsewhere in the state.

Well, in a few years, our local districts might become at-risk districts if the cuts continue.

Without after-school activities, many kids will fall into bad behavior. I’ve heard that some students work hard on academics because their coaches demand it. Toms River recently let go all assistant coaches.

In five years time, anyone who can afford to move out of these towns will. And no one will move in. There’s going to be a brain drain of hard working students leaving these districts. Anyone who can afford to will go to private school.

What will be left?

Districts with high crime rates during the worst opioid crisis this area has ever seen. Tons of empty homes as people move out, and there’s no guarantee that the people who move in will have public school kids.

There will be local districts in such need for funding that they will rely on Trenton even more.

Pay now or pay later, Trenton.

Chris Lundy News Editor

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Letters To The Editor “Halls Kills” Road

On the border of Howell/Freehold lies the most dangerous intersection in Monmouth County. I call it ‘Halls Kills’ Rd. AKA Halls Mills Rd. Right turn off Rt 9 on to Elton Adelphia Rd to the first traffic light. (Traffic will be backed up, due to bottleneck of one lane in both directions) Make a left onto ‘Halls Kills.’ Now the danger is very real. The prehistoric, narrow, winding road with no shoulder to escape a head-on collision is death defying. Never mind the trucks, buses and tailgaters, potholes and speeders. It is the main, clogged artery to Kozloski Rd. My questions to authorities have been blown off. Money has been granted for its improvement. When will we see any sign of it?

Lilian Lynch Finlay Neptune

Time To Act I’ve felt for a long time that there is much corruption in our government; not just at the federal level but in local governments as well.

This is easily determined when you see friends and relatives of elected officials being appointed by these officials into government jobs cementing loyalty and cooperation. Contracts being awarded to close associates of these officials is a problem as well.

At the federal level, devious methods are much more disguised as many politicians protect each other’s personal and criminal interests. Such are the cases with the sons of Joe Biden, Nancy Pelosi, and John Kerry being hired into lucrative positions by Ukrainian power companies. They were inexperienced for the positions for which they were hired and in all or at least most cases couldn’t even speak the language.

The practice of giving

Letters To The Editor our tax dollars to foreign Some others with powerful governments and foreign companies in the name of foreign aid and then those in charge of the giving having their sons hired by the recipients is nothing less than money laundering. Could this be one of the reasons why half of the members of Congress become millionaires while in office “serving” our interests?

This fact is a primary reason you see some politicians vehemently opposed to Mr. Trump, even given his great economic, regulatory, and other successes.

The obvious reason is that Mr. Trump is beholden to no special interest; he cannot be blackmailed.

The culprits in this scheme do not want the money to stop f lowing back to them and will oppose Mr. Trump’s attempt to out them by opposing him at every turn in his attempt to stop their corruption from being exposed. The corruption is widespread and not limited to one party.

But it’s too late. Their corruption is exposed. What’s left is our power to correct things by voting the perpetrators out of office and keeping them from positions of power and influence; to prosecute those who have broken our laws.

If this practice is not unlawful, it should be. We should elect officials who will enact laws that would prevent this unethical practice.

Joe Semiraro Bayville

History Repeats Itself Less than half of the eligible voters voted for him.

He loved military parades Anybody that was not 100% for his ideas, he got rid of them by one means or another.

He vowed to make his country great again and blamed his predecessors for what he considered the shape of the nation.

jobs in government were either afraid to express their differences or filed right behind him, espousing his way of ruling.

Made sure he was always in the limelight and gave a lot of ideas of governing as long as he was agitating the public in front of cameras Made sure he had “Yes Men” surrounding him.

Did everything he could to neutralize any other political groups against him by attacking them and putting the blame on them for all the ailments of the country Good military people who had the nerve to criticize him were pushed aside or mocked.

Couldn’t seem to get along with any surrounding countries.

Felt that he was the only one with all the answers and no one else’s opinion was needed.

Although most of the world thought he was crazy or more than a little off his rocker his ideas secured enough followers to do a lot of damage to people of other lands.

He looked down with scorn on almost all other countries and their leaders and residents.

He smiled a lot but always seemed to be at war with the world.

After a while those people - who at one time could have said something against him or the wars he was hurting the country with - fell in line in support of his outlandish policies.

Even some churches and their leaders thought he was the closest thing to Jesus ChrisT. OK you say, we know all these things already about President Trump, but so what?

As a matter of fact, these are actually things about Adolf Hitler. But of course, nothing like what happened in Germany could happen to us.

John J. Radlinsky Whiting

Smith’s Impeachment Vote Questioned Rep. Chris Smith voted against impeachment. He explained, “Undoing the w i l l of t he p e ople expressed in a free and fair election with the proposed articles of impeachment, totally fails to meet the legal standard prescribed by the U. S. Constitution.”

All 16 US i ntelligence agencies agree Russia interfered in 2016 to help elect Trump. How is that, “free and fair?”

Trump’s call transcript shows exactly what was said: “…we’d like you to do us a favor, though.”

That is verbal arm twisting. “Though” what? How can Smith not understand the meaning of Trump’s mob-like phrase? Only a biased person could mistake that as something other than a demand for a quid pro quo.

Sm it h de sc r ib e d t he House Intelligence and Judiciar y impeach ment hearings as “egregiously f lawed and unfair.” He never acknowledged that Tr u mp made a blan ket ref usal to release sub poenaed docu ment s or aides, thus obstructing the Constitutional role of Congress as a coequal branch of government. He never acknowledged Trump was invited, but refused, to participate in the Judiciary Committee hearings.

A recent Washington Post/ABC News poll found 64% of Republicans and 72% of independents want Trump senior aides to testify. Any “flawed and unfair” process stems from Trump.

Like following a pack of Republican lemmings, Sm ith never expressed indignation about Trump’s bad behavior (the literal meaning of “misdemeanor”) with Ukrainian President Zelensky.

Dr. James E. Chenitz Neptune

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should have separate accounts for personal and professional posts, and an even smaller percentage (18 voters) believes that they should be able to post or share whatever content they choose.

One Ocean County resident noted that “as representatives they have a duty to” be professional.

Resident Michael J. Glenn said that it shouldn’t matter either way. “Why? Because unlike a lot of other things, we actually have the power to hire and fire our elected reps. All ya gotta do is vote. So they should be free to be whoever they are so we can see them for what they really are,” he wrote.

Resident Roxanne Zygmund proposed the idea that “As a professional they should have someone to review their messages before posting.”

(Zygmund noted that she is a big fan of President Trump, notorious for posting both personal and professional opinions to his social media, specifically Twitter.)

While both the average citizen and the public official have the right to free speech, the social media presence of local officials tends to be under much more scrutiny.

Over the last year in Ocean County, we have seen how significant of an impact it can have on the community when someone in a position of power posts something off-color or “unprofessional.”

Leonard’s Social Media “Bigotry” In 2019, the Beachwood representative on the Toms River Board of Education, Dan Leonard, was under fire after posting what many called “bigoted” and “hateful” posts on Facebook regarding the Islamic community.

The New Jersey chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-NJ) called for him to resign over posts he had made in April.

One was a repost from a conservative podcaster disparaging Congresswoman Ilhan Omar, a Democrat from Minnesota.

When reposting, Leonard commented “Terrorist…100%” Another was a repost of a Fox News post about Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib, a Democrat from Michigan. Leonard commented “My life would be complete if she/ they die.”

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A third was a repost of a meme showing a Barbie doll with a bruise and a hijab, referring to it as “Sharia Barbie.”

“The bigoted, hateful and threatening social media posts shared by this elected board of education official serve to disqualify him for any position that has responsibility for the safety, security and well-being of New Jersey’s diverse student body,” said CAIRNJ Executive Director James Sues at the time. “The bigoted views expressed by Mr. Leonard have no place in an educational system that seeks to celebrate diversity and encourage students of all faiths and backgrounds to excel scholastically and to make positive contributions to our society. This is just a painful reminder of the extreme divisiveness that characterizes the current political climate at the national level.”

Another civil rights group, Muslim Advocates, also called for him to step down.

“No individual who is responsible for governing the education of children should ever engage in hate speech, bigoted conspiracy theories and violent, anti-Muslim rhetoric on social media. The harmful, ugly content that Daniel Patrick Leonard regularly posts to Facebook exposes him as someone wholly unfit to work with the diverse school children in Toms River and the state of New Jersey. Leonard’s views are completely inconsistent with the New Jersey School Boards Association’s mission to promote the achievement of ‘all students,’” wrote Madihha Ahussain, special counsel for Muslim Advocates.

Janet Bamford of the NJ School Boards Association told Jersey Shore Online that a member of a board of education retains his or her free speech rights after taking office but they must make it clear that all statements made are those of an individual citizen and not those of the board.

“NJSBA strongly advises that the content of such statements reflects the principles of the Code of Ethics for School Board Members (N.J.S.A. 18A:12-24.1) and does not violate the interest of the school district and its students,” she added.

NJSBA provides officials with guidelines for how to post on social media, including: A board member should consider his or her responsibility to act in the interest of the school district and its students when making any type of public statement.

Although the law allows a board member to express an opinion as an individual citizen,

he or she must exercise discretion in making any public statement.

Even though a board member is voicing an opinion as an individual citizen and uses the ethics disclaimer, he or she could still be perceived as an elected official who has more knowledge, insight and authority than an ordinary citizen.

It is even stated in the NJSBA policy on “Board Member Use of Internet Social Networks and Other Forms of Electronic Communication” that members should “refrain from inappropriate conduct in making public statements on Facebook and social networking sites, and will refrain from any disparagement of fellow board members or others on a personal, social, racial or religious basis.”

In Dan Leonard’s case, CAIR-NJ and Muslim Advocates believed that his posts did not align with NJSBA professional standards making him “unfit” to hold a position of someone who has more knowledge, insight and authority than an ordinary citizen, as the NJSBA puts it.

When asked whether he believed his personal posts reflected on his professional status, Leonard said “it’s all politics.” Leonard believes the story to be told was “not about offending people with words” but rather one about a politically motivated attack.

Inappropriate social media posts by public officials tend to carry more weight, according to the NJSBA, because they are likely to receive more credit than a message from an ordinary citizen.

Williams’ Concerning Community Comments In addition to Board of Education members like Leonard, members of township governing bodies are under intense scrutiny as well.

For example, Stafford Township Councilman George Williams also fell under fire in August 2019 after posting controversial content in a local Facebook group.

Williams posted a meme to The Real Parents of Stafford Twp. NJ Facebook page that took a jab at the Facebook Community Standards Community. The meme was a photo of a group of young adults of various races, genders, and assumed sexual orientation.

Williams was later called out for replying to a comment on this meme. One resident posted “Where’s my sniper rifle.” Williams commented “you mean your semi fully automatic assault rifle?”

Some called the comment racist, bigoted, or inappropriate.

While the Real Parents of Stafford Twp. NJ Facebook page describes itself as “The PC free page for our town,” does this make it acceptable for someone in Williams’ position to post what many considered “inappropriate” content?

Back in August, one resident chided Williams’ for the post stating “This behavior should not occur in our community and certainly not coming from a township leader.”

Concerns regarding Williams’ social media presence extended further than just that shared post to the Stafford page. On his personal Facebook page, Williams has been known to post other memes, one of which makes a joke of the migrant crisis at the US border. This particular meme shows a photo

of a border patrol van with the tagline “How to pick up Mexican girls.”

While the issue eventually blew over, other members of the township council noted at the time that they do not condone these types of posts and that Williams’ comments do not represent the remainder of the council.

A statement from Business Administrator Matthew von der Hayden read “The Township does not endorse, support or comment in any private Facebook groups…The Mayor and Township Council do not condone the posting of offensive material.”

Williams did not respond to requests for comment on the matter as of print time.

Mangino’s Facebook Faux Pas The combination of politics and social media can be a volatile one. Those in the public eye have to be careful no matter what they post, even if it is not meant to be inappropriate or disparaging.

For example, in November 2019, Stafford Board of Education and NJ Organizing Project member Joe Mangino came under fire on Facebook for his commentary on a certain news article.

On Nov. 21, 2019, Tuckerton area schools were placed on lockdown after gunfire was exchanged at the intersection of Route 9 and North Green Street and the armed suspect fled on a bicycle. Jersey Shore Online reported that local law enforcement was on the hunt for the shooting suspect, who was identified only by a photo of him riding a blue bicycle down the street.

Mangino shared the news article to his personal Facebook page, stating “Its not me. My trike is red.”

In no time at all, local Stafford groups erupted in angry posts and comments, hurtling insults at Mangino for making light of what could have been a dangerous school shooting situation. They were especially concerned, given he sits on the local school board.

According to a Nov. 22, 2019 update by OC Scanner News, “at the point the comment was made, the schools were still on lockdown and the situation was not resolved.”

When Jersey Shore Online reached out to Mangino regarding the post, he said it was all a big misunderstanding. What he intended to be an informative post for friends and family came across as a joke in poor taste.

“I take videos of biking to work quite often,” Mangino told Jersey Shore Online at the time. “People see that and reach out to me when accidents happen,” to make sure it is not me.

“I had no intentions of offending anyone,” he added.

Statements made from behind the keyboard, however, run the risk of being misinterpreted.

While there is no definitive answer as to what officials can or should post to their social media, whether it’s personal or professional, it seems the consensus among voters is that they should play it safe.

Posting or sharing risky content can be the downfall of many public officials where it might not be for the average citizen. As Bamford noted, social media posts by public officials carry more weight and are likely to receive more credit than a message from just anyone.

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Lacey Food Bank Kids Program To Start In February

By Bob Vosseller LACEY – The Lacey Food Bank Kids will start its Keep Healthy project during the February food distribution.

The group will have available (while quantities last) to client families with elementary school children, some of the everyday health items that they cannot purchase with EBT cards.

Resident Laura Caroccia, who head the Lacey Food Bank said, “February is also the New Jersey Dental Association “Give Kids a Smile” program and while there are NO participating dentists in Lacey Township there are Ocean County dental offices participating. In most cases the child will receive a dental check-up, followed by a cleaning, fluoride treatment or sealants.”

The Ocean County participating dentists include: Ocean A Affordable Dental & Lab Services LLC, Brick - 732-202-0023, Ocean Health Initiatives, Lakewood - 732-363-6655, Ocean Health Initiatives, Little Egg Harbor 732-363-6655, Ocean Health Initiatives, Toms River - 732-363-6655, and Ocean Pediatric Dental Associates, Toms River - 732-473-1123 For more information on “Give Kids a Smile” go to https://www.njda.org/for-the-public/ gkas or check with your school nurse for more information.

Looking back to the end of 2019, Caroccia said, “The LFBKids volunteers are so very thankful for the many gifts that were donated to our Keeping the Promise of Christmas campaign. We wish there was a way to know and acknowledge everyone.”

Caroccia added, “we are blessed every year with a gift of a Christmas morning breakfast, in addition to an overwhelming donation of boots, toy and sports equipment to our Kids from a long-time benefactor Brian Swanke of CWR Electronics.”

“Several years ago, a chance encounter in Walmart early one morning introduced us to William Madden and despite a busy work schedule he once again came to our rescue with the means to transport our donations from our storage location to the hall,” Caroccia said.

Caroccia extended thanks “to everyone who supported our Sock Challenge. We met our 1,000 sock goal and through a generous donation from the Southern Regional Schools

and Robert Abel we quadrupled it - allowing us an opportunity to pay some of it forward to other local organizations that provide for the homeless.”

“Thank You to our drop off locations - Ryan’s ServiCenter, Caffrey’s, The Stress Center, Family Dentistry, Elite Fit, The MAX Challenge, New Concepts Hair Salon, Weichert Realtors, Salon Bellissino, Bob’s Square Deal, Thompson Chiropractic, Lovelight on Main and Breakers,” Caroccia said.

She added that, “without them it would be so much harder for us to collect the gifts for the children. Thank You to Gerri Kennedy, who 10 years ago asked me what the children could use and since then, every year without fail, a box from Macy’s shows up on our doorstep filled with new, warm winter coats.”

Caroccia said her organization is “blessed to have the continuing support and friendship of the Lacey Moose and the Women of the Lacey Moose, the Italian American Social Club, the Fish Hawks, the Women of the Forked RiverTuna Club, the Tuna Club, Seabreeze, the Womens Club, the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts and the Lacey Township High School Interact Club and so many other local and civic organizations that come to our rescue every Christmas.”

“Our newest Kids volunteer Laurie stepped up and filled the need for warm winter blankets by donating three dozen gorgeous hand made knitted afghans and lap blankets. She’s already at work making scarves and hats for next Christmas,” Caroccia said.

Long time supporters George Woolley and Sandy Woolley and their daughter Renee Woolley Vojtko generously added to the gift cards that are provided to older and harder to fit children. “Nicole McCombie, Christine Marino, Louisa Rebecca Kasper, Jaime Sells Jersey, Judy Ryan, Jeff Ascough, George Broome and the Bunco Babes and my cousin Vinny, your generosity continues to inspire us to continue to grow our programs for the Kids,” Caroccia said.

“So many gifts come to us anonymously - collected in drives, dropped off in our collection bins, through employee collections and angel trees and drop offs at the food bank. Your monetary and gift card donations help us fill in the areas of the most need,” Caroccia said.

Annual Snowman Building Contest

WARETOWN – Join the fun and enter to win the town’s snowman building contest.

Families and businesses are encouraged to enter. Each entrant must build his or her snowman until March 1.

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Township. A prize basket will be awarded to the winner and they will be notified by phone. For rules and more information visit twpoceannj.gov or email Jeanne Broadbent, Recreation Director at recreation@twpocean nj.gov.

Library Hosts American Red Cross Blood Drive

BARNEGAT - The Ocean County Library will host an American Red Cross blood drive on January 28 from 2 to 7 p.m. at the Barnegat branch.

January is National Blood Donors Month

make a difference and donate blood. Walkins are welcome, but appointments are preferred. To make an appointment call 1-800-RED-CROSS or visit redcrossblood. org.

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Mental Health Association Expands Services To Those In Southern Ocean County

By Bob Vosseller STAFFORD – A new initiative calling for expansion of assisting individuals and family members who are affected by substance use disorder has now reached Southern Ocean County thanks to the Mental Health Association – Ocean County.

The Association is now offering two support group meetings as well as one-to-one staff who assist with employment.

“It is widely known that Southern Ocean County has less available direct services for mental health and substance use disorder,” Elizabeth Beaty, Peer Recovery Specialist with Mental Health Association – Ocean County said.

Beaty added, “these services make help more accessible and more manageable. To date, about 100 lower Ocean County residents have participated in the programs.” That means chipping away at the stigma associated with mental health and substance use disorders.

“I think the world needs more heart and less judgement,” Beaty said. She facilitates two weekly meetings in Manahawkin, and says participants share experiences, receive resources and find support. Topics that arise vary from self-care strategies to crisis plans.

Beaty also works in the Pathways 2 Success program, the employment program, which provides help that includes writing a resume, obtaining certifications and mentoring as well as case management. She has firsthand experience with recovery, has been working in related fields

for 27 years and is a certified life coach through her private practice, Life You Want Coaching, based locally.

“I am very open about my recovery so that I may be of service to others who are struggling,” said Beaty.

The Mental Health Association – Ocean County has been offering services through its Recovery Peer Outreach Support Team for four years. Beaty also works in that program, which is funded by the Ocean County Health Department and as a peer, she assists individuals in varying phases of their own recovery.

“Being able to empower others has always been very rewarding for me. This work is an extension of the existing passion I’ve had for the field of recovery,” Beaty said. She has sought out and earned credentials and certifications to work in the agency’s programs.

Both of the new support group meetings are 6:30 pm at The Pine Street Recreation Building, 25 Pine Street, Stafford Township. Monday meetings are for individuals in recovery and family members who are supporting loved ones with Substance Use Disorders; the Wednesday workshops are for friends and family.

Beaty can be reached for Pathways 2 Success as a walk-in or by appointments at ebeaty@ mhanj.org and at 848-480-0913. For information about the Recovery Peer Outreach Support Team, call 732-244-0940. There is no cost for services offered through the Mental Health Association – Ocean County.

Stafford Recreation Senior Volunteer Fair

STAFFORD – Join in for a Senior Volunteer Fair on Jan. 29, 1-3 p.m., at the Bay Ave Community Center and meet representatives from a wide array of organizations. Light refreshments will be served. For more information, call Deb Budesa at 609-597-1000 ext. 8583.

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Super Plunge XVI Set For Super Bowl Sunday

BRANT BEACH – The 16th Annual Super “Plunge” Sunday is scheduled for Super Bowl February 2, at 1 p.m.

Participants are invited to brave the icy, cold Atlantic Ocean, and will have plenty of time to be home for the big game.

Super Plunge XVI, a fundraiser organized by St. Francis Community Center and the Swim Teams of Southern Regional High School, will take place at the 48th Street Beach in the Brant Beach section of Long Beach Township. The “Plunge” has become a popular community favorite during the winter doldrums on Long Beach Island.

Pre-registration is required. Registration will take place at the Community Center on February 1 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., and on February 2 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Registration forms can be picked-up in advance at the front desk of the Community Center, or printed from our website, and mailed to St. Francis Community Center, Attn: Super Plunge XVI, 4700 Long Beach Blvd., Long Beach Township, NJ 08008-3926.

The fee is $35 per person. The student registration fee is $20. Participants are encouraged to seek sponsor donations in addition to their registration fee. The Sponsor forms can also be found on-line. The proceeds from this event benefit St. Francis Community Center and Southern Regional High School Swim Teams.

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All registered participants will receive a commemorative t-shirt. T-shirts will also be available to spectators for purchase after 1 p.m. on “Plunge” Day. Wristbands will be issued to all participants and must be worn at time of the plunge. Plungers should bring with them their courage, bathing suit, towels, blankets and whatever else is needed to warm-up after the ocean dip. Costumes of all kinds are also encouraged.

There will be post-plunge festivities back at the Community Center immediately following the plunge. Hot chocolate, coffee, tea and goodies will be served to help warm-up everyone, and prizes will be awarded: youngest plunger, oldest plunge, best costume, most funds raised overall and more!

The drawing for the $5,000 Travel Voucher Raffle will take place shortly after the awards ceremony. The winner will receive a $5,000 Travel Voucher from Home Town Travel located 128 Bartlett Avenue, Bartlett Commons, Rt. 9 South, West Creek NJ. Only 1,000 tickets are sold and tickets are only $25. The tickets are currently on sale at the Community Center and an online mail order form is available at: stfranciscenterlbi.org.

For more information about programs and services at Francis Community Center visit us online: stfranciscenterlbi.org or facebook.com/ SuperPlungeSunday or call 609-494-8861.

LBI’s Annual Chocolate Week 2020

LONG BEACH ISLAND – Southern Ocean County Chamber of Commerce is bringing a favorite treat back in 2020 to warm your winter and help you explore the sweet side of being in the Long Beach Island Region this February.

Treat yourself and the ones you love to some quality time in LBI this winter with open

houses, special events and planned activities that correspond with Chocolate Week, Feb 10-17! Chocolate Week is a series of offers, activities and events that include Valentine’s Day and Presidents Day Weekend Cost varies depending on event. For information, contact the Southern Ocean County Chamber of Commerce at 609-494-7211.

Lacey Municipal Alliance Luncheon

LACEY – Lacey residents are invited to join on January 31, at 11:30 a.m. to celebrate Winter Wonderland. It will take place at the Lacey Community Hall, Rt. 9 & Lacey Rd., Forked River. Doors will open at 11 a.m.

The decorations will celebrate this time of year, but the food and the room will be warm and welcoming! We will have a good program, and meet up with old friends and make new

acquaintances.

We are asking everyone to pre-register by the Monday before the luncheon and the price will be $6. If you pre-register and pay at the door the day of the luncheon the cost is $7. If you do not pre-register and come on the day of the luncheon, the cost is $8.

To register or for further information, call Heather at 609-693-1100 ext. 2217.

Stafford Historical Society Wants You!

STAFFORD – Whether you’ve been a member since 1965 or have always wanted to join, we welcome all and would love to have you!

Consider helping Stafford Historical Society achieve our goal of preserving Stafford Township’s history by renewing your membership or joining for the first time today.

Your tax deductible donation will help us preserve the iconic buildings that we have all come to know and love. Please also consider a donation to our scholarship fund to help local students after graduation.

We thank all of you for your continued support of the Stafford Township Historical Society.

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WEST CREEK – Join West Creek United Methodist Church for an All-you-can-eat Spaghetti Dinner on Feb. 1, 2020 from 4-7 p.m. The church is located at 191 Church St.,

West Creek. Adults are $10, Children 12 and under are $5, Children under 3 are free. Take out is available. Any questions, call Nancy Wilkinson at 609-296-5805.

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Barnegat Library Plans Programs For February

BARNEGAT – The Barnegat branch of the Ocean County Library is planning several interesting programs in February, 2020.

The library will show the documentary “Maya Angelou: And Still I Rise” at 11 a.m. on February 1. Distinctly referred to as “a redwood tree, with deep roots in American culture,” Dr. Maya Angelou (April 4, 1928-May 28, 2014) led a prolific life. As a singer, dancer, activist, poet and writer, she inspired generations with lyrical modern African-American thought that pushed boundaries.

Best known for her autobiography “I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings”, she gave people the freedom to think about their history in a way they never had before.

Movies on Mondays will include “Downtone Abbey” on February 3, “Rambo: Last Blood” on February 10, “Judy” on February 17 and “Blinded by the Light” on February 24. All films start at 1 p.m.

Teen Drop-in Gaming runs from 6 to 8:30 p.m. on Wednesdays at the library. Play Wii, WiiU, tabletop and card games. For ages 12 – 18.

Enjoy Burr Street Books, a monthly bood café’ at 7 p.m. on February 4.

The Teen Anime Club will meet at 7 p.m. on February 5. Enjoy all things Manga and Anime. No registration required just drop-in.

For ages 12 – 18.

Enjoy making a Valentine’s Day Craft at 1 p.m. on February 7. This program is for ages 18 and up and registration is required.

EWE Knit and Crochet at 1 p.m. on February 8, 13, 27. Drop in with your own supplies and practice and learn from experienced knitters.

Listen to the music of the Vel Johnson Jazz Band at 2 p.m. on February 8. Enjoy a salute to African American Jazz musicians with a performance by Jersey Shore native, Vel Johnson, and his band. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Barnegat Library. Registration is required.

Friends of the Barnegat Library will meet at 12:30 p.m. on February 11. Come join an active group looking for new ideas to support the Library.

Book Bingo takes place at 7 p.m. on February 12. Celebrate Black History Month with bingo games featuring Jacqueline Woodson.

There will be prizes and snacks. This program is for those ages 12-18 and registration is required.

The Adult Writers Group will meet at 7 p.m. on February 12. Hone your craft with like-minded adult writers.

The library is located at 112 Burr St. To register for programs, call 609-698-3331 or visit theoceancountylibrary.org.

Awaken Memories With Music Looking To Aid Dementia Patients

STAFFORD - We all have favorite songs that instantly transport us back to special times in our lives. Music is one of the most effective tools to enhance the lives of patients with dementia.

Even patients with advanced dementia benefit from listening to the old familiar songs they loved. They come to life and many speak for the first time in months or years.

The Stafford Township Recreation Department’s Awaken Memories With Music project is looking for donations of Ipods, MP3 players, over-the-ear headphones, device chargers and ITunes cards to kick off a community effort to get music into the lives of our neighbors with dementia.

With the help of caregivers, volunteers will personalize each device with a patient’s

favorite songs. The players are then given to the patients to keep and enjoy the benefits every day.

Players can be dropped off at the following locations: • The Recreation Office at Town Hall, 260 East Bay Ave. • The Bay Ave.Community Center, 775 East Bay Avenue • The Pine Street Recreation Building, 25 Pine St. For more information, call Deb Budesa at 609-597-1000 Ext. 8583 The mission of the Stafford Township Recreation Department is to fulfill the recreational needs of the community and to develop a variety of quality programs that fit and address these needs.

CrafTea Tea Party And SEWing Craft

LACEY – Have a tea party with real china, then design and sew an outfit or accessory for your doll, or an accessory or pillow for you!

Cost is $25 per person. Drop off only. Sneakers required. No experience necessary.

CrafTea Tea Party and SEWing Craft is 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m. on the following dates: Feb 9. Open to all Ocean County Residents. To register, call Lacey Recreation at 609-6931100 ext. 2203.

Waretown Historical Society Meets Monthly

WARETOWN – Meetings of the Waretown Historical Society are held on the third Monday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Little Red School House Museum, 182 Wells Mills Rd. The months of March, June, and September feature programs. Events will be announced.

Hours for the museum are every Friday in

July and August from 1 to 3 p.m. The museum is also open any time by appointment. The museum is normally open when the township holds a special program at the lake.

For information on membership and volunteers call Linda Bleeke at 609-618-1311 or e-mail lmbleeke@gmail.com

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Advances in mammography and ultrasound, are allowing radiologists to detect a larger number of non-palpable masses in the breast. Nonpalpable means the mass cannot be felt. With cancer, non-palpable growths are too small to be felt, but they can be detected on ultrasound, mammography or an MRI. Non-palpable masses may be cancerous or benign. A tissue sampling, called a core needle biopsy, will be necessary to rule out cancerous cells.

Like non-palpable masses, calcifications, or calcium deposits, cannot be felt, but can detected in the breast tissue with a mammography. Breast calcifications appear as white spot or specks on a mammography and are common especially after menopause. However, certain patterns of microcalcifications, such as tight clusters or calcifications that differ in size, shape, and density may indicate early breast cancer.

Your doctor will order a secondary, or diagnostic mammography, with additional magnification views to get a closer look at the calcifications. If the micro-calcifications are still of concern, your doctor may recommend a core needle biopsy, or if wide spread, an excisional biopsy.

In the absence of a palpable lump, screening mammography, ultrasound and MRI techniques have dramatically increased the number of breast cancers detected. As a result many cases of breast cancer are being caught at earlier stages, which results in improved survival rates.

The single best thing you can do is to maintain your regularly scheduled screening mammographies, and then follow your doctor’s advice if more diagnostic tests are warranted. Don’t make the mistake of assuming that just because you don’t feel a lump, there’s no way you can have breast cancer.

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ARounD tHe JeRsey sHoRe New Jersey Students To Receive Messages About The Dangers of Vaping

MILLBURN — There’s nothing safe about vaping.

That’s the message the Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey (PDFNJ) will be sharing with youth as they start off the new year.

PDFNJ, in collaboration with the New Jersey Office of the Attorney General, has unveiled a media campaign about the dangers of vaping that will be distributed to each of the more than 3,500 schools in the state.

The new campaign is being released in the midst of a nationwide explosion of teen use of vaping devices or e-cigarettes, which the United States Surgeon General declared has reached epidemic levels.

“Vaping can inflict significant damage to one’s health, especially for youth,” Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey Executive Director Angelo Valente said.

“We want teens throughout the state to know the risks they are taking if they choose to use e-cigarettes and to encourage them to avoid using these potentially dangerous products.”

The campaign, which emphasizes the risks associated with vaping by comparing e-cigarette use to skydiving without a parachute, also will appear on billboards, trains and buses throughout the state.

The messages include a pathway to gather additional information at VapeFactsNJ.com, the New Jersey Department of Health’s website on e-cigarettes and vaping.

“The popularity of e-cigs and vapes among youth threatens to reverse hardfought declines in adolescent smoking and create a new generation of nicotine addicts,” said Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal.

Grewal added, “we must raise public awareness about the dangers of vaping to prevent another deadly addiction epidemic from taking root in our communities.”

Vaping is considered less harmful than smoking traditional cigarettes and tobacco products, because e-cigarettes contain fewer toxic chemicals, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). However, like regular cigarettes, e-cigarettes contain nicotine, which is highly addictive and makes vaping devices just as addictive as cigarettes.

Nicotine raises blood pressure and spikes adrenaline, which increases a person’s heart rate and the likelihood of having a heart attack. It also affects the development of adolescent brains by changing the way synapses are formed, which can negatively change parts of the brain that control attention and learning, according to the Surgeon General.

Recent data also links vaping to chronic lung disease and asthma. As of December 27, 2019, the CDC reported that 2,561 people throughout the United States had been hospitalized with severe lung injuries caused by vaping.

This outbreak also was responsible for 55 deaths. In New Jersey, there have been 53 confirmed and 46 probable cases of vaping-related illness and one death, according to the Department of Health.

In 2019, more than one in four high school students reported using an e-cigarette in the previous 30 days, according to preliminary results from the CDC’s annual National Youth Tobacco Survey.

The results indicated a significant increase in teen vaping, up from 20.8 percent of high schoolers in 2018 to 27.5 percent in 2019. The use of e-cigarettes has exploded in the past decade, especially among teens.

In 2011, just 1.5 percent of high school students said they used an e-cigarette.

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If during the evaluation, the audiologist documents asymmetrical hearing loss (i.e., one ear better than the other ear), he or she will refer you to an ENT for further diagnostic testing. Most people who are experiencing hearing difficulty have sensorineural hearing loss (i.e., nerve damage) and can only improve their hear-

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Coffee gets a bad rap sometimes, but this is almost everyone’s drink of choice when they gather together to share information with one another. The effect of coffee consumption on glucose metabolism is of interest to many people who feel they have lost all their sweet treats in life and their coffee!

And here’s the good news: Coffee addicts have a lower propensity of developing Type 2 diabetes, according to some interesting studies. The results of many studies are pretty consistent about this point!

Not all health experts and nutritionists think coffee is good for people with diabetes, however a new Singapore study may be the most conclusive of all. The research was funded by Nestlé Research who makes coffee brands like Nespresso, Nescafé and Coffee-Mate creamer. Before you dismiss the results of this study, keep in mind that the trial was a larger-scale human study than the prior ones and there are other studies out there with similar, positive results.

The researchers found that drinking coffee creates no detrimental effect on insulin sensitivity, so it may be perfectly fine for people with diabetes.

This conclusion was derived from a randomized, placebo-controlled study evaluating 126 middle-aged people who were split into two groups. Half the group drank four cups of fake coffee (placebo), and the other half drank four cups of instant regular coffee. Data was collected over 24 weeks (which allows enough time

for blood sugar changes to reflect in their A1C). Unfortunately, the A1C was not done, or if it was, the results were not published.

I’m bothered by this. Regardless, the coffee bean is well studied and here are other purported medical benefits of drinking coffee in moderation: 1. It reduces the perceived feeling of pain, meaning it’s a natural analgesic.

2. Coffee may support liver health.

3. It acts as a natural stimulant for some adolescents dealing with attention deficit disorders.

4. It can help with memory and possibly even Alzheimer’s disease.

5. It may offer some protection for Parkinson’s disease.

6. Coffee is a mood booster. It can help with depression and suicidal ideation.

7. Prostate cancer and melanoma risk may be reduced.

A gross fact is that the most expensive coffee brand sold today is that which is derived from cat poop! No lie, it’s called Kopi Luwak and the coffee bean has to be partially digested and extracted from the feces. And now a fun fact to help you get that visual out of your head. In ancient times, in what is now known as Turkey, a woman was allowed to divorce her husband if he didn’t provide her with enough coffee!

Ha ha! Whether or not caffeinated coffee is right for you is hard to say. But if you have longed for a cup of coffee again, and you believe the studies, definitely have a chat with your diabetes health expert.

(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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TRENTON —In response to Governor Phil Murphy’s recent State of the State address, the New Jersey Harm Reduction Coalition (NJHRC) commended him for recognizing the urgency of ending overdose deaths and urges state lawmakers to expand New Jersey’s underutilized harm reduction programs.

By investing broadly in people who use drugs as “first responders,” New Jersey can significantly reduce fatal overdoses.

Harm reduction is a set of policies and public health practices that promote the dignity and bodily autonomy of people who use drugs (PWUD), by making sure PWUD have access to life-enhancing supplies like safer injection equipment and naloxone to reverse an opioid overdose.

“Providing New Jersey residents who use drugs easier access to treatment is a good start, but New Jersey must also expand access to fentanyl test strips, naloxone, safer using supplies, and overdose prevention education,” Caitlin O’Neill, founding member of the New Jersey Harm Reduction Coalition said.

O’Neill added, “these are the gold standard tools to end overdose deaths, and this is a critical time for New Jersey to expand access to them.”

Last year, 3,021 residents of the state lost their lives to an opioid overdose. This figure represents a slight decrease from 2018 that public health experts describe as a plateau.

“Expecting every substance user to achieve abstinence is unrealistic and deadly.

We need to meet PWUD where they’re at,

without judgments about their substance use,” O’Neill added.

O’Neill said, “shame and stigma push PWUD into dark corners, behind closed doors, and we die alone trying to hide our drug use. Harm reduction reminds people who use drugs that we are human beings who deserve dignity and respect. We are people who want to take care of our friends and community, and we can do so if we are equipped with access to life-saving tools.”

New Jersey can learn from other states that are embracing harm reduction. Nineteen communities in Massachusetts distributed naloxone directly to PWUD and found that, as the result of such programs, PWUD became responsible for 90% of overdose reversals.

O’Neill said, “Kentucky is home to 70 harm reduction programs that offer syringe access and naloxone to Kentuckians who use drugs. If New Jersey had the same per capita number of harm reduction programs, we would have 140. New Jersey currently has seven.”

“In 2020, New Jersey should take a transformative harm reduction approach to preventing overdose deaths. We should expand the state’s harm reduction initiatives and get resources directly to people who use drugs, who are the experts in their own lives and needs,” said Jenna Mellor, founding member of the New Jersey Harm Reduction Coalition. “ “Just like we’re making sure police officers and librarians have naloxone, we need (Governor - See Page 19)

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Continued From Page 18 to make sure that New Jersey’s first of the first responders, people who use drugs, are getting all of the naloxone they need and want,” Mellor added. “New Jersey can be a leader in implementing evidence-based, dignified alternatives to the War on Drugs.

And by listening to and valuing the leadership of PWUD, New Jersey can not only reduce fatal overdoses today but help prevent the next public health crisis before it kills thousands of our neighbors and loved ones.”

Nearly17,000 state residents have died of an opioid-related overdose since 2012. New Jersey’s recent Hepatitis A outbreak (500 cases reported from December 2018-October 2019, up from 64 cases in that same time period the year before) further underlines the importance of harm reduction services, as people who use drugs and/or are experiencing homelessness have increased vulnerability to Hepatitis A infection.

New Jersey’s seven Harm Reduction Centers are located in Atlantic, Monmouth, Camden, Hudson, Essex, Passaic, and Mercer Counties. Of New Jersey’s 21 counties, 14 do not have a Harm Reduction Center.

Harm Reduction Centers—first legalized in 2006 and expanded under the Murphy Administration—offer syringe access, fentanyl test strips, HIV and Hepatitis C testing, connections to community resources, and a safe, nonjudgmental space for people who use drugs.

Of the 10 counties with the highest death rates from opioid-related overdose in 2019, six do not have a harm reduction program: Salem, Cumberland, Cape May, Gloucester, Burlington, and Ocean Counties.

Of the ten counties with the highest total numbers of people who died of an opioid-related overdose in 2019, four do not have a harm reduction program: Ocean (192 deaths), Middlesex (179 deaths), Burlington (150 deaths), and Bergen (144 deaths) Counties.* Three of the existing seven harm reduction

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Seven of the 10 counties with the greatest number of Hepatitis A cases do not have Harm Reduction Centers: Gloucester (61 cases), Burlington (35 cases), Morris (27 cases), Salem (22 cases), Bergen (21 cases), Cumberland (18 cases), and Ocean (14 cases) Counties.

Harm reduction initiatives are critical for the nine out of 10 PWUD who, according to the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, are not interested in treatment at any given time, along with those who want treatment but are not able to access it.

In 2016, New Jersey estimated that 37,533 New Jersey residents wanted treatment but could not access it. Harm reduction also helps prevent fatal overdoses among residents of the Garden State who are leaving incarceration or a treatment program, when risk of dying from an overdose is especially high.

The New Jersey Harm Reduction Coalition is a group of advocates and organizers advancing harm reduction and equitable drug policy reform in New Jersey.

The group is made up of people who use drugs, who are in recovery, and who are harmed by the war on drugs and overdose deaths. HRC is also made up of family members, neighbors, and community leaders united in our commitment to the philosophy and practice of harm reduction.

HRC provides Harm Reduction 101 and Overdose Prevention training, along with direct outreach and distribution of overdose prevention supplies to New Jersey residents most likely to witness or experience an overdose, prioritizing people who use drugs and those facing poverty, unstable housing, and other barriers to accessing the seven existing Harm Reduction Centers. To request overdose prevention supplies, people who use drugs can call or text 1-877-4NARCAN.

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ARounD tHe JeRsey sHoRe Jewish War Veterans Collecting U.S. Foreign Stamps

MONROE – Jewish War Veterans of the U.S.A. Monroe Township Post # 609 is collecting United States and foreign stamps both “on” and “off” envelopes(s).

These stamps are used by Veterans as hobbies and as a therapy to support medical staffs at VA MEdical Centers nationwide in the treatment and rehabilitation of disabled home-bound, shut-in and outpatient veteran patients.

JWV Post #609 memberCharles Koppelman said, “we do not trade or sell stamps - we just forward these materials to those veteran patients who request them at no charge to the patients.

Stamp collecting, and other hobbies have been recognized by medical authorities as an excellent form of therapy for patients and those confined to hospital or homes. It is ideal for our bed-bound veterans or for veterans who do not respond well to roup activities.

The Vets not only collect the stamps in albums, but also paste them on plastic bottles and boxes they can use or give as gifts. The activity exercises teir fine motor skills.

Also requested are DVDs that are suitable for veterans at thse locations. All items should be sent to J.W.V. Post #609 c/o Charles Koppelman, 6 Yarmouth Dirve, Monroe Township NJ 08831-4742.

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ARounD tHe JeRsey sHoRe Army Reserve Soldier Honors Trailblazer At Martin Luther King Event

By Sgt. Salvatore Ottaviano, 99th Readiness Division TRENTON – New Jersey Secretary of State Tahesha Way and the New Jersey Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Commission hosted the state’s annual tribute to Martin Luther King Jr. Jan. 19 at the N.J. State Museum Auditorium here.

Maj. Lakisha Earl-Hale, G-1 chief of plans for the U.S. Army Reserve’s 99th –Photo courtesy Sgt. Salvatore Ottaviano, Readiness Division headquartered at 99th Readiness Division Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey, served as guest speaker for the event. know we lead because you led!”

This year’s theme, “Telling Our Story,” The 6888th was the first-and-only all-Affocused on women leaders of the civil rights rican American, all-female unit to deploy movement and equal justice. overseas during the war. It consisted of 855 “In the U.S. military, we study past leaders women under the command of Lt. Charity to gain inspiration from trailblazers as we Adams, the first African-American woman continue to strive for excellence in our every commissioned in the Women’s Army Corps. pursuit,” Earl-Hale said. “From Cathay Wil“I am proud to serve in a military that liams, the first African-American woman to embraces lessons learned from the past, proenlist in the Army in 1866, to Nadja West, motes diversity as a staple of organizational the first African-American woman promoted success and guarantees equal pay for equal to the rank of three-star general in 2016, the service regardless of race, creed or gender,” U.S. Army boasts a proud history of women Earl-Hale said. who have lead.”

The observance of the birthday of Martin During the ceremony, Earl-Hale presented Luther King Jr. was established by Public a certificate of recognition to former Sgt. Law 98-144 in 1986. This national day of serHilda P. Griggs, who served in an all-black vice is celebrated annually on the third Monfemale postal unit, the 6888th Central Postal day in January. King is the only non-president Directory Battalion, during World War II. to have a national holiday dedicated in his “Sergeant Griggs is one of eight surviving honor, and is the only non-president memomembers of the ‘Six Triple Eight;’ she fully rialized on the National Mall in the nation’s embodies the spirit of her fellow sisters- capital. at-arms who were patriotic, brave, accomTo learn more about this and other special plished and loyal,” Earl Hale said. “Sergeant observances, visit the Defense Equal OpGriggs, your personal courage and sacrifice portunity Management Institute website are not forgotten – we recognize the fact that at deomi.org/human-relations/specialwe stand on your shoulders and want you to observances.cfm.

Results Of December’s Impaired Driving Patrols

By Kimberly Bosco OCEAN COUNTY – During the month of December 2019, the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office conducted a series of Impaired Driving Prevention Patrols for National Impaired Driving Prevention Month.

The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit and Vehicular Homicide Unit, with the assistance of 67 local law enforcement officers, conducted patrols in Barnegat Township, Berkeley Township, Brick Township, Jackson Township, Lacey Township, Lakewood Township, Little Egg Harbor Township, Ocean Township, Borough of Point Pleasant Beach, Borough of Seaside Heights, Borough of South Toms River, Stafford Township and Toms River Township.

Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced the results on Jan. 16: • 639 Motor Vehicle Stops

• 198 Summonses Issued • 4 Driving Under the Influence Arrests • 7 Fugitive Apprehensions (including 1 Federal Fugitive) • 7 Suspended Driver Arrests • 2 Narcotics Arrests “I would like to acknowledge the leadership of Captain Joseph Mitchell, Lt. Carlos Trujillo-Tovar and Sgt. John Steinhauer of the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit and Vehicular Homicide Unit for coordinating these enforcement patrols.

I am proud to report that Ocean County did not have a single fatal Driving Under the Influence crash during the month of December 2019. This is due in large part to the collaborative efforts of the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit, Vehicular Homicide Unit and all participating local police departments,” Prosecutor Billhimer stated.

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ARounD tHe JeRsey sHoRe Prosecutor’s Office Establishes Anti-Vaping Taskforce

By Kimberly Bosco OCEAN COUNTY – In the wake of what many have coined the “vaping crisis,” the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office is forming the Escape the Vape Taskforce, a county-wide coordinated response to the youth vaping epidemic in Ocean County.

The OCPO partnered with RWJ Barnabas Health Institute for Prevention and Recovery, the DART Prevention Coalition, Community Medical Center, Deborah Heart and Lung Center, Ocean County Department of Human Services, Ocean County Youth Service Commission, Ocean County Health Department, Ocean County Branch of the Association of Student Assistance Professionals (ASAP NJ), and the Ocean County Association of School Administrators to establish the taskforce.

The Escape the Vape Taskforce presents a multi-pronged approach to addressing vaping, using education, policy change, and cessation. The Taskforce acknowledges and understands the importance of assisting schools in reviewing tobacco policies and connecting young people with appropriate cessation resources, according to OCPO. “The creation of this Taskforce is a direct response to the youth vaping epidemic in Ocean County. Collectively, we were all being inundated with requests to come out and speak to various groups about vaping.

As we were all trying to get out there and educate the public, it became very apparent that we were overlapping in some communities. This Taskforce will help to streamline the message and enable us to reach a wider audience and get the facts to the kids and their parents,” Prosecutor Billhimer stated.

According to a 2019 Monitoring the Future Survey, nationwide, 25.5% of 12th graders, 19.9% of 10th graders, and 9.6% of 8th graders had vaped nicotine in the past 30 days. This is a big difference when compared to the use of traditional tobacco products like cigarettes. While 11.7% of 12th graders reported daily nicotine vaping, only 2.4% of 12th graders reported daily smoking of cigarettes.

In addition, there has been a significant increase in the use of vapes which contain THC oil concentrates, the psychoactive ingredient in marijuana.

The Center for Disease Control (CDC) has been closely monitoring illnesses associated with vaping, now called EVALI. As of December 27, 2019, 2,561 hospitalized EVALI cases or deaths have been reported to the CDC from all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and two US territories (Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands).

Of that, 55 deaths have been confi rmed in 27 states and the District of Columbia.

New Jersey has experienced 53 confi rmed EVALI cases, 46 probable and 1 death.

The Escape the Vape Taskforce has already covered a lot of ground, training over 1,000 school personnel, 1,000 community members, and 2,400 youth/students. The DART Prevention Coalition has also trained over 150 youth peer educators in the community in collaboration with school districts who are now delivering educational presentations to their peers on the dangers and risks of vaping.

The Taskforce will run a series of Trainthe-Trainer sessions to equip the community with the knowledge they need to understand the vaping epidemic and to provide this information to young people in the county. Attendees will receive a comprehensive training guide and will walk away with the ability to educate adults or youth about vaping. They will also receive continued support from the Taskforce, access to an online portal to access the presentation (a living document updated as we learn more about the epidemic), vaping fact cards for youth and parents, and information and access to cessation resources, school policy, and community programming.

The fi rst Train-the-Trainer event will occur on Friday January 24, 2020, at St. Luke’s Church, 1674 Old Freehold Road, Toms River, in conjunction with the Ocean County Children’s Interagency Coordinating Council (CIACC).

For more information on vaping presentations for your community or school, contact Abby Thompson, Youth Prevention Manager at the RWJBH Institute for Prevention and Recovery at Abigail.

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For information on how to quit smoking cigarettes or vaping visit rwjbh.org/nicotine recovery.

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ARounD tHe JeRsey sHoRe County Approves New Contracts For Senior Services

By Kimberly Bosco OCEAN COUNTY – Ocean County recently approved 37 contracts for various senior programs in order to continue to meet the needs of the aging population.

“Ocean County is home to more than 173,000 seniors,” said Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari, chairman of Senior Services. “It’s imperative we continue to have services in place to meet the growing demand and to make certain we can assure our seniors live independently and with a quality of life they deserve.”

On Jan. 15, the Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders awarded 37 competitive contracts to a host of local network service providers totaling more than $2.7 million.

“All of the funded programs such as access, community support, home support and nutrition support are designed to improve the quality of life for older adults at all stages of aging from the newly arrived senior who benefits from Medicare counseling, educational programs, and health screenings to the older more frail individual who receives a home delivered meal or a home health aide visit,” Vicari said.

“Our goal is to fund services and provide

information and assistance efforts that will keep older adults in their own homes in their own communities for as long as is safely possible.

In 2020, the Ocean County Office of Senior Services will oversee a total of 45 Area Plan Contracts with 21 governmental and non-profit agencies in Ocean County totaling over $6.2 million.

A key contract awarded in 2019 was to Community Services Inc. for the county’s senior nutrition program, expected to serve about 300,000 meals in 2020. Other support areas to be funded under the contracts include transportation, legal services, caregiver services, social and recreational activities, benefits options counseling, mental health support and a host of other community based initiatives.

Over 532,000 units of service are planned for 2020 through 45 area plan contracts which project to serve close to 34,000 older residents and their families.

“We provide help in a variety of ways to our seniors,” Vicari said. “Whether it be nutrition assistance or Medicare information and education, the goal is to help keep our aging population healthy, active and independent.”

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By Kimberly Bosco OCEAN COUNTY – Learn how to shop healthy on a budget with the Ocean County Health Department Diabetes Prevention and Control Program! The OCHD is offering How to Shop Healthy on a Budget With a Registered Dietician with three free sessions at area Walmart stores.

The program schedule is as follows: February 19, 2020 1-3 p.m. at Walmart on U.S. 9 in Lanoka Harbor.

March 23, 2020 1-3 p.m. at Walmart on U.S 9 in Little Egg Harbor Township.

The program will begin with a food demonstration from 1-2 p.m. and then a guided fgrocery tour from 2-3 p.m. The event will also offer flu and pneumonia vaccinations, chronic disease screenings and WIC certifications.

“The Ocean County Health Department is excited about this new program and we are encouraging residents, especially those with diabetes, to spend some time with our professionals and learn more about the benefits of shopping and eating healthy while staying within your budget constraints,”

said Freeholder Gerry P. Little, Liaison to the Ocean County Board of Health. ‘You’ll be surprised just how much more there is to learn from these free educational programs whether you’re shopping for a family or just yourself.”

The program will not only help you shop smart, but registered dieticians will stimulate your taste buds by cooking up a few delicious menu ideas to demonstrate just how tasty these healthy dishes can be and so easy to prepare.

“We want people to understand that eating healthy doesn’t have to be expensive. Additionally, healthy meals don’t have to be tasteless and really can be delicious without having to spend a lot of time in the kitchen preparing,” said Daniel Regenye, Ocean County Health Department Public Health Coordinator. “It’s not easy for diabetics, they have many challenges when trying to come up with smart choices and still enjoy what they are eating.”

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of jan 25 - jan 31

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Even a free spirit needs to have boundaries. You may do as you please in the week to come, but not at the cost of shirking responsibilities. Utilizing unorthodox methods may improve your chances for success.

TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20): All knowledge is good knowledge. Anything you learn in the week ahead may be put to good use later, so pay attention. A trip down memory lane may show you how much you’ve grown and matured.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): A soft sell makes the sale. Being too pushy or aggressive might drive people away, but a laid-back approach will seal the deal as this week unfolds. You shouldn’t assume that you’re too old to learn a new skill.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You get what you pay for. Bargain-hunting does you little good if you always end up with shoddy merchandise.

In the upcoming week, it’s better to spend a little extra to ensure you’re getting quality.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Avoid getting too comfortable. Just when you think you have a handle on which direction the wind is blowing, there’s likely to be a change. Be alert and prepared during the coming week and make plans that are flexible.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Charity begins at home. Focus on improvements in your house, or give aid and support to loved ones before committing to a cause that benefits others. Give yourself a pat on the back for all your hard work.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22.): Know when to say when. Harmless flirtation may quickly

spiral into something bigger as this week goes by if you don’t maintain some semblance of control. However, this may not be a bad thing, depending on your status.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Do things the old-fashioned way. You are better when excelling at a single project than when trying to multitask several jobs at once. Don’t be too quick to turn down an opportunity in the week ahead.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Psych yourself up. Don’t allow a few setbacks to get you down, as willpower and a positive attitude can go a long way in helping you plow ahead.

You may be too unforgiving of your mistakes in the upcoming week.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Every cloud has a silver lining. While your performance may not be what you had hoped for, your mistakes provide experience that you can build upon. Keep your eyes on the future as this week unfolds.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Don’t expect a lot of leeway. This will not be a good week for missing deadlines, owing money or being late, as you will not receive much sympathy. Stay on top of your commitments and responsibilities.

PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20): Focus on what’s important. If you only care about silly, petty issues, then you’re likely to have silly, petty problems. Seek out those with a deeper understanding of life who can stimulate your mind this week.

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wolfgang puck’s kitchen Sunday Brunch Day: Cap Off Your Winter Weekends With Comforting Sourdough Waffles

By Wolfgang Puck

So many people think of sourdough as an all-American - or at least North American - phenomenon. Credit that to the fact that sourdough starters (wild yeast cultures regularly fed and nurtured to keep available for leavening bread) were mainstays not only of pioneering life but also among the miners who made sourdough the reliable daily bread in San Francisco during the 1849 California Gold Rush era; plus, other miners came to be known as “sourdoughs” during the Klondike Gold Rush in Canada during the late 1890s.

In reality, though, sourdough is much older and more global. For many centuries, all yeast-leavened bread was sourdough, stretching back to ancient Egypt and up to the widespread development of commercial yeasts in the early 20th century. Today, sourdough cultures are still nurtured in many traditional homes, and it’s finding new enthusiasts among artisanal bakers and home bread makers alike.

When I first visited San Francisco many years ago, I was amused when I was asked if I ever had anything like their beloved sourdough bread. Of course I had, having grown up in Austria eating rustic sourdough. I love baking with sourdough starters myself and usually offer some form of sourdough bread in my restaurants.

So today, I would love to offer you a taste of sourdough to enjoy in your own kitchen. But I’ll keep it simple with a recipe that provides the pleasures of real, tangy sourdough flavor without need for the mixing, kneading and rising traditional loaves require.

How is that possible? My sourdough waffles make it easy.

Waffles, like pancakes made from similar batters, are in fact a simple form of bread known as a quick bread, primarily leavened by the carbon dioxide gas released instantly when baking powder - one of the recipe’s dry ingredients - comes in contact with the batter’s liquid. But the recipe I share here gets extra lightness and flavor from a simply made sourdough starter.

Once your waffle batter is ready, use whatever regular or Belgian-style waffle iron you have, following the manufacturer’s instructions. Cook them until deep golden-brown, and - straight to your kitchen - you’ll experience your own Gold Rush!

SOURDOUGH WAFFLES WITH FRUIT SYRUP Makes 5 8-inch (20-cm) waffles

1 1/2 cups (375 mL) sourdough starter for waffles (recipe follows) 1/2 cup (125 mL) nonfat milk 8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted 1 large egg 1 cup (250 mL) all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt Nonstick cooking spray Fruit Syrup (recipe follows) In a large mixing bowl, combine the starter, milk, melted butter, and egg. Stir well.

In a smaller bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Add these dry ingredients to the starter mixture, and stir until well combined. Leave, covered, at warm room temperature until bubbles begin to form, about 30 minutes.

Heat a waffle iron and coat lightly but evenly with nonstick spray. Using a 4-ounce (125 mL) ladle, pour batter evenly into the waffle iron and cook until golden brown.

Repeat with the remaining batter. Serve immediately with a drizzle of fruit syrup.

SOURDOUGH STARTER FOR WAFFLES Makes about 4 cups (1 L) 3 cups (750 mL) all-purpose flour 2 cups (500 mL) nonfat milk 1 cup (250 mL) plain yogurt with live cultures 1 small potato, peeled and finely grated In a medium bowl, stir together all the ingredients until thoroughly combined.

Cover with a clean kitchen towel and leave at warm room temperature until the batter begins to bubble and develops a somewhat pleasant sour smell, about 24 hours.

Transfer the starter to a covered container, and store in the refrigerator for at least three days before using.

FRUIT SYRUP Makes about 1 1/3 cups (335 mL) 1 cup (250 mL) pure maple syrup 1/3 cup (85 mL) small blueberries, sliced strawberries or other fresh fruit 2 teaspoons grated orange zest Put the syrup, fruit and orange zest in a small saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the syrup and fruit are warm, 5 to 7 minutes. Serve immediately.

(Chef Wolfgang Puck’s TV series,“Wolfgang Puck’s Cooking Class,” airs Sundays on the Food Network. Also, his latest cookbook, “Wolfgang Puck Makes It Easy,” is now available in bookstores. Write Wolfgang Puck in care of Tribune Media Services Inc., 2225 Kenmore Ave., Suite 114, Buffalo, NY 14207) © 2020 TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES, INC.

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