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─Photo by Chris Lundy Tables of supplies were available at Ocean Christian Community Church for the Point In Time homeless count.

By Chris Lundy counting the homeless es for the homeless in a time. That information TOMS R I V ER – coming in. given area. will be assembled later There are several placHowever, it’s com- and provided to the fedThere were two reaes throughout the area sons for the day. One mon knowledge among eral government. that open their doors was to connect at-risk those who work with The night before the to the homeless and people with services. the homeless that not count was a Code Blue people who are at risk The other was to get a all of them want to be night, which meant it of bei ng homeless. head count to the U.S. counted. So, the num- was freezing out and But one cold day at Department of Housing ber that comes in will shelters were open. the end of January was and Urban Develop- be lower than what it That helped the count different, because that ment. HUD uses these really is. because volu nteer s was the day that help- figures to determine Total counts weren’t were able to get some ers were tasked with how to provide resourc- available as of press (Homeless - See Page 4)

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Brick Swears In Two New Officers, Promotes One

By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK − Two new police officers were sworn into office and a veteran officer was promoted to the rank of sergeant during the Jan. 28 council meeting.

The officers were taking the place of recent retirements of Officer

Candace Lambert, Officer Jay Nye, and Sergeant Pat Cook.

Deputy Police Chief Donald Ling said, the two new officers come to the township with experience and will immediately enter the field training officer program.

Andrew Bajor (Badge #305) is a 2011 graduate of Brick High School and attended Ocean County College where he earned his Associates Degree in Criminal Justice. He began his law enforcement career in 2014 when he served as a Class 1 and

Class 2 officer with the Point Pleasant Beach Police Department for four years. In February 2019, he was hired by the Washington Township Police Department where he received his full police officer certification.

Kevin Ryan (Badge

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#306) is a 2007 graduate of Edison High School and attended William Patterson University where he obtained his Bachelor’s Degree in sociology. He began his law enforcement career as a Class 1 and Class 2 officer

(Council - See Page 21)

By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK − It’s been more than seven years since about 60 cottages burned to the ground during Superstorm Sandy in an area on the barrier island known as Camp Osborn.

New hope to its restoration was expressed during a Jan. 29 Board of Adjustment meeting when members of that board unanimously approved fi nal plans for “Osborn Estates,” which would include seven homes where 31 cottages once stood on land owned by Robert Osborn.

Camp Osborn is currently a vacant lot. The sliver of land was formerly a tightly-spaced bungalow community that burned to the ground when wave action and a gas line-fueled fi re destroyed the homes there during Superstorm Sandy.

Rebuilding there has come up against roadblocks since the area is in a Residential 7.5 zone, meaning the minimum required lot size is 7,500 square feet.

The cottages were non-conforming, so the township created a new zone for the area: The Beach Community Zone, which was a conditional use, but no longer applies since the cottages are gone.

With the current zoning, only 5.8 homes could be built on the 1.4-acre swath of land that runs from the ocean to Route 35 North.

What is commonly referred to as Camp Osborn is actually three entities: the parcel that was owned by Robert Osborn had a lease agreement with the homeowners. After the fire, the residents had no rights to the land.

The other two entities, Sea-Bay Condo Association had 76 detached homes and two empty lots. The residents owned their homes and the footprint of their house. The Camp Osborn Association had nine detached homes on land that was also owned by the homeowners.

There have been multiple hearings before the Board of Adjustment for the redevelopment of the plot of land, which includes 110 feet of oceanfront.

The final approval by the Board sets forth the dimensions and description of the subdivision that had a preliminary approval, engineer Jeffrey Carr said. He added that the final approval complies with the conditions of (Hope - See Page 17)

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Continued From Page 1 of the folks from the shelters and bring them right to one of the sites.

In Ocean County, the sites were: Ocean Christian Community Church, 405 Washington St., Toms River Lakewood Community Center, 20 4th Street, Lakewood Ocean Community Church, 1492 Route 72, Manahawkin At the Toms River location, the meeting hall was full of food, supplies, and tables for various special services.

Representatives made themselves available from Family Planning, Ocean County Social Services, Legacy Treatment Services, Soldier On, Ocean Mental Health Services, Just Believe, South Jersey Legal Services, and the county library system. Food came in from Fulfill, which was formerly the Food Bank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties.

Volunteer group A Need We Feed had brought coats that were the culmination of a nine-week coat drive associated with Burlington Coat Factory. They also brought blankets and dufflebags from Court Appointed Special Advocates of Ocean County.

“Also, we’re providing lunch and snacks,” said Christine Hernandez, COO of A Need We Feed.

Outside, the Ocean County Health Department had a van linking people to medical services. Susan Heil, the ARCH nurse (Access to Reproductive Care and HIV Services) was performing testing for HIV and hepatitis C. They also do training and distribution for naloxone, the chemical nasal spray that blocks receptors in the attempt of stopping an overdose.

“The high-risk populations are people who don’t have access to medical facilities,” she said.

Ocean Christian Community Church is one of a trio of churches – including Toms River Community Church in the downtown area and Shore Vineyard Church across the river – that form a network to help homeless and at-risk people.

“The homeless become your family,” said Betty Santoro of Ocean Christian. She shared a story about how some of them

thanked her for her help, but felt bad that they had nothing to offer in return. So, they volunteered to help out the programs.

The church also has regular free family dinners called Abraham’s Tent, put on not just for the homeless but for seniors who are alone.

She and some of the other volunteers at the event kept each other updated on individuals that they have helped.

Robin DeVoursney had a career in nursing before she found herself homeless and needing the help of local services. She used to live in Jersey City and came down to this area for vacation.

The Code Blue shelter that Toms River just started at Riverwood Park Recreation Center has been a tremendous help.

“They make it so warm,” she said. She’s also appreciative of all the help she’s received at these churches.

“I had to leave in a hurry,” she said of her former place of residence. She didn’t even have a winter coat when she left.

Simple things that most people take for granted, like a coat, hat and gloves, are very difficult to come by after being displaced, she said. Having delicious free meals on a regular basis can’t be understated.

In Monmouth County, the counts were done at: Asbury Park – Jersey Shore Rescue Mission, 701 Memorial Dr. Freehold – New Beginnings Agape Christian Center, 133 Throckmorton St. Keansburg – St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 247 Carr Ave. Red Bank – Pilgrim Baptist Church, 172 Shrewsbury Ave. Food, clothing, health screenings and information about housing and employment services were available.

Statewide, the event was coordinated by the not-for-profit organization, Monarch Housing Associates, that works to fulfill the vision that every person will have quality affordable, permanent housing that fosters freedom, independence and community integration.

It identifies people living in emergency shelters, transitional housing programs, safe havens or with no safe place to go.

Volunteers asked people who came in where they spent the night.

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY e DitoRiAL Cross-Party Swearing In A f t e r w i n n i ng a n election, a politician is often sworn in by a member of their own par t y. A Republican mayor will be sworn in by a Republican assemblyman or a senator, for example.

It makes sense. These people are often colleagues, allies, or mentors. I’m sure it’s an honor for both people.

They forge those bonds within the party.

That’s if I’m being ge nt le. Pe r h a p s it ’s more like an indoctrination. The new politician is being kept in line by the veteran politician. Control starts at the top, and works its way down to every elected official.

But for once I’d like to see a politician get sworn in by someone of another party. “In the spirit of cooperation,” it would be nice for a Republican to get sworn in by a Democrat, or vice versa.

Af ter all, they are supposed to be worki ng t oget he r, r ig ht?

They should all have the same basic goal of making life better for their constituents. Sure,

the way they go about it might differ wildly.

But what better way to cross that valley between the two parties?

Members of the Senate and Assembly know that the best way to get a bill turned into a law is t o have some one from the other party co-sponsor it. That way it won’t be a “Democrat bill” or a “Republican bill.” Because if only Republicans sponsor a bill, the Democrats will challenge it and if only Democrats sponsor a bill, the Republicans will challenge it. But, if they work together, one from each party, there’s a better chance for the bill to become a law. The Republican and the Democrat will gather support for the bill from their respective allies.

Same principal on swearing in ceremonies. If you are looking for state help for your tow n, you m ig ht be more likely to get help if you branch out. Why only stick to one side of the political spectrum?

Chris Lundy News Editor

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Letters To The Editor In Support Of Letters During WWII, a well-known radio commentator by the name of Gabriel Heatter would open his broadcast with the phrase: “There’s good news tonight.”

Well, there’s not good news today.

For the last 50 years, there were two things I enjoyed every morning: sitting down with my cup of coffee and reading the editorial page and letters to the editor in the Asbury Park Press – no more!

The Press will no longer publish an editorial page nor letters to the editor daily. Now, both will be published only on Fridays and Sundays.

For some people, including myself, the daily editorials were an important source of news and information that kept readers advised on important issues of the day, especially on local matters.

The Press’s decision to discontinue publishing these two parts of its paper daily will significantly reduce the public’s ability to stay informed, which is essential for a healthy republic. In addition, their limiting letters to the editor to only two days a week will also greatly diminish the public’s ability and opportunity to be heard – the Press has done a disservice to the residents of Ocean and Monmouth counties.

“Let not your hearts be troubled!” However, the Press will continue to publish daily: Beetle Bailey, Hagar the Horrible and Hints from Heloise.

Borden Applegate Jackson

Solutions To The Heroin Epidemic Toms River is ranked the sixth highest town in New Jersey for heroin abuse; we have 700 annual abuse cases according to the Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services in the New Jersey Department of Human Services; and Ocean County has 400 annual overdoses according to the County Health Ranking.

Tragic as overdoses are,

Letters To The Editor efforts to combat them have a drug and was unaware of Asian street markets are virtual been aimed in the wrong direction. Strategies are concentrated in the bolstering of law enforcement to arrest and sentence users and dealers with possession for three to five years in attempts to eradicate the drug but it still has a presence in our communities.

The hysteria surrounding heroin makes the elimination of it sound like the only option but that is not feasible. In fact, other options such as sound drug education programs, drug checking services, and other harm reduction strategies would be easier to implement and more likely to save lives.

We often hear about “heroin” overdose deaths. However, these deaths are more accurately referred to as “heroin-related” deaths. The vast majority, about 75% of heroin-related overdose deaths are caused by combining heroin with other drugs. Benzodiazepines (Xanax), alcohol, and other opioids are the most dangerous drugs to take in combination with heroin. These drugs are dangerous if mixed with heroin because they can produce additive sedative-like effects.

Too often we miss the opportunity to warn heroin users about the potential dangers of combining heroin with another sedative.

Fentanyl-related overdose deaths are another concern.

Since fentanyl is more potent than heroin, unsuspecting fentanyl users have an increases risk of overdose. A successful way to avert adulterants like fentanyl is to establish drug checking facilities. They have implemented these drug checking facilities in places like Spain and have acquired a 1.04 overdoses per 100,000 people, says the European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addiction. For comparison, the United States has an average of 21.7 overdoses per 100,000 people and New Jersey has 29.3 overdoses per 100,000 people according to the National Institute of Drug Abuse. Users of any drugs, not limited to heroin, can take the drugs they intend to use and make sure it is the drug they purchased. If a user bought

the adulterants it contains, not only can it be unpleasant, it can be fatal.

If these overdose prevention tools fail, naloxone can still save the lives of those overdosing. Naloxone is an overdose prevention drug that binds to the same receptors that heroin does and can reverse an opioid overdose. This drug can save many lives but it needs to become more readily available.

This is one of the simplest solutions to prevent heroin overdoses because anyone can use a needle. If EpiPens are incredibly common, naloxone can be normalized as well.

This drug will allow anyone to save a life and they would not need to wait for medical professionals for revival.

Ocean County can be thought of as having a heroin problem but the first step to fix it is to recognize and accept the fact that heroin will never stop being used. If the same strategy has not worked for decades perhaps it is time to change the approach. The war on drugs was based around crack but the mentality is still around and being used. Heroin and many other drug problems can be solved in news ways to prevent more deaths.

AJ Meyers Toms River

Coronavirus Is Not The First Or The Last Fifty million Chinese locked down! Fifteen countries affected! Three confirmed cases in the U.S.! These dramatic headlines announce one more pandemic caused by our abuse of animals.

Indeed, 61% of the 1,415 pathogens known to infect humans originate with animals. These so-called zoonotic diseases, claiming millions of human lives, include Asian flu, Hong Kong flu, West Nile flu, bird flu, swine flu, dengue fever, Ebola, HIV, SARS, and yellow fever. The pandemic “Spanish” flu of 1918 may have killed as many as 50 million people worldwide.

Western factory farms and

breeding grounds for infectious diseases. Sick, crowded, highly stressed animals in close contact with raw flesh, feces, and urine provide ideal incubation media for viruses.

As these microbes reach humans, they mutate to defeat the new host’s immune system, then propagate on contact.

Each of us can help end these deadly pandemics by replacing animal products in our diet with vegetables, fruits, and whole grains. These foods don’t carry flu viruses, or government warning labels, are touted by every major health advocacy organization, and were the recommended fare in the Garden of Eden. The internet offers ample recipes and transition hints.

Henry Traconi Toms River

Driving Rules Not Fair Though I am no longer a CDL licensed driver, I have a bone to pick with the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission.

The new requirement for CDL drivers age 75 or older to have a physical every six months instead of two years, if physically fit, is outright age discrimination!

Why not make all NJ senior drivers, commercial or not, take a physical every six months to test their ability to drive? How many times have you seen a driver struggle out of the driver’s seat and use their walker to go shopping?

I haven’t seen drivers of any truck or bus do this so why only pick on them?

If there is no confidence in the ability of our senior drivers because of age or disabilities or mentality lets go one step further: require all our senior legislators, and especially whoever designated this new CDL driver requirement, have a mental health evaluation every six months.

After all, they have greater responsibilities than just driving a vehicle.

Donald G. Calvert Barnegat

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Congressman Andy Kim WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman A ndy K im (D -3rd) int roduced H.R. 5700, the Resilient Highways Act, with Congressman David Rouzer (NC-07) and Congresswoman Abby Finkenauer (IA-01). The bipartisan bill would help communities like those in Burlington and Ocean Counties strengthen their local infrastructure against the increased risks of extreme storms and flooding.

“One of the questions I get most often is how we’re preparing for the next superstorm,” said Congressman Kim. “I share the concerns of our neighbors I’ve met at my town halls, which is why I’ve joined with colleagues from both sides of the aisle to introduce the Resilient Highways Act. This bill would give our communities the resources they need to ensure our infrastructure – roads, bridges and critical evacuation routes – is prepared for the next big one.”

The Resilient Highways Act would allow State Departments of Transportation to use up to 15 percent of funds apportioned under the National Highway Performance Program for projects to mitigate the risk of recurring damage from extreme weather, f looding, and other natural disasters on infrastructure within the National Highway System. These kinds of projects would include raising and relocating roadways out of flood prone areas, constructing drainage structures, and using natural infrastructure to mitigate flood risk.

Major roads potentially impacted by this bill include the New Jersey Turnpike, Route 130, and Route 537 in Burlington Cou nt y, a nd Rout e 70 and Route 35 in Ocean County.

“We commend Congressman Kim for his work with representatives from other states facing severe f looding - regardless of party - to do what is right for Ocean County and all New Jersey residents,” said Amanda Devecka-Rinear, Executive Director, New Jersey Organizing Project (NJOP). “We know for every $1 we invest in mitigation we save taxpayers $6 in disaster recovery funds. It is critical that we are able to use National Highway Performance Program funds not just to repair potholes or even flood damage after the fact but to make the infrastructure changes necessary to protect the roads and our communities from future flooding. We live with more tidal flooding and severe storms - that’s why we have to get the resources our communities need to stay safe and be better prepared.”

The Resilient Highways Act is the House companion of a bill introduced by Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (NY) and has the support of both the New York and New Jersey Departments of Transportation.

Last year, Congressman Kim held a town hall in Seaside Heights at the request of residents across Burlington and Ocean Counties who expressed concerns about local f looding issues. He also met with shore town mayors to discuss challenges faced by the National Flood Insurance Program. In addition, Kim joined with a bipartisan delegation to call for common-sense changes to the NFIP that would help New Jersey families.

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Search Warrants Lead To Large Marijuana Seizure

BRICK – Thanks to residents bringing their concerns to the township police, a follow-up resulted in a large confiscation of illegal drugs and arrests.

Members of the department’s Street Crimes Unit responded to complaints from members of the community in reference to concerns in their neighborhoods who observed suspicious activity indicative of drug distribution.

These tips led Street Crimes Detectives to make several arrests throughout the township for a variety of criminal activity and quality of life issues.

Serve a search warrant on Jan. 29 on an apartment in Kentwood Village off of Van Zile Road.

The resident, Anthony Chieffo 24, and two other township residents, Alexander Santos 21, and Christopher Johnson 19, were on location where officers seized almost seven ounces of marijuana.

Chieffo and Santos were charged with distribution and possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia. Johnson was charged with

possession of a controlled dangerous substance.

All three were released on summonses to appear to answer for those charges.

The next day, investigations by the Street Crimes Unit led to a search warrant at a residence on Van Courtland Drive.

This situation resulted in the seizure of over two pounds of marijuana and evidence related to other controlled dangerous substances. The suspect, 18-year-old Dylan Ryan of Brick, was arrested and charged with distribution and possession of a controlled dangerous substance and possession of drug paraphernalia. Ryan was released on a summons.

Police Chief James Riccio said “I want to assure our residents that the Brick Police take complaints from our residents seriously and that we are here to ensure that our residents enjoy a safe, clean and peaceful community. The Street Crimes Unit is just one part of a larger effort to serve our residence unto that end.”

Brick Cop Almost Hit By Driver

By Chris Lundy BRICK – Township police are reminding drivers of the Move Over Law after one of their own had a close call.

Officer Williams was conducting a motor vehicle stop recently when a passing vehicle struck his cruiser just before he was getting out.

“Thankfully, despite the extensive damage to the police cruiser, Officer Williams is okay,” Brick police reported. “The driver stopped after the collision and was issued a summons for Improper Passing of an Emergency Vehicle (Move Over Law).”

The Move Over Law states that if an emergency vehicle is on the side of the road, with its emergency lights on, drivers should move over a lane if it’s safe to do so. If they can’t move over, they

should at least slow down to well below the speed limit before getting near the emergency vehicle, and be prepared to stop if someone comes into the roadway.

The law was inspired by the loss of New Jersey State Trooper Marc Castellano, who was struck and killed while working on Route 195 in 2010.

“Too many emergency personnel get injured or killed while on the side of the road by inattentive drivers,” Brick police stated. “Please keep our emergency workers safe. If you see an emergency vehicle with its lights activate on the side of the road and you fail to move over or significantly slow down as you pass safely, you will receive a summons, and even worse, you might seriously hurt someone.”

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Boston Market Closes Doors In Brick

By Bob Vosseller BRICK – A long time fast food stop in the township closed its doors recently. The Boston Market location on Brick Boulevard and Cedar Bridge is gone.

Its trademark sign is absent from the site but a letter taped to the door saying goodbye and inviting Boston Market lovers to visit their Ocean County location on Route 37 in Toms River was left as an epitaph.

All restaurant signage has been removed within the last week, along with the menu board at the drive through. The inside is currently cleaned out and gutted.

The township Boston Market store had been in operation since the early to mid-1990s, and opened as a Boston Chicken prior to the chain’s name change. The location also previously served as a Perkins Pancake House and before that as a Bob’s Big Boy. The Brick location has already been re-

moved from the Boston Market website which shows 34 locations in New Jersey.

A McGuire Air Force Base location exists as well as Monmouth County locations in Howell and Middletown townships.

The chain store is known for its rotisserie meals. The restaurant chain’s website states that it started a “restaurant revolution” with just three ingredients: fire, a spit, and chicken.

It differed from other fast food establishments as having switched over to serving in store meals to customers with metal silverware and plates. It was also known for its meatloaf, turkey and vegetable side dishes and the chain also provides a catering service.

Brick Township hosts a number of fast food chains ranging from Taco Bell, Pizza Hut, McDonald’s, Roy Rogers and more recently a White Castle. Among its fast food choices is another favorite known for its chicken, Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC).

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VFW Post 8867 And Auxiliary Awards Students & Teachers

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BRICK – Local students and teachers received award citations and cash prizes of $5,000 total, during the annual VFW Teacher/Student Awards Program at the Post. Two hundred students from Brick Township High Schools and Middle Schools participated in written and audio essays.

Mrs. Judith Wyville of Herbertsville Elementary School and Mrs. Maria Lugo, Brick Memorial HS received Teacher of the Year Awards. The Voice of Democracy patriotic audio-essay competition is open to students in grades 9-12. “What Makes America Great” was the 2019 theme. Brick Twp. H.S. winners were Nicholas Gall 1st, Patrick Mullen 2nd, Ann H. Ngo 3rd.

Brick Memorial H.S.: Mia Caprioni 1st, Alyssa C. Reo 2nd, Samantha M. Shornack 3rd.

VFW Post 8867 Cmdr. Albert Veltri, Jr.

stated “The VFW is dedicated to promoting Patriotism and investing in our future generation. Annually VFW National top awards are a $30,000 scholarship to a high school student and $5,000 to middle school.”

“What Makes America Great” was the theme for the Patriot’s Pen Essay contest for students in grades 6-8. Placing 1st at Veterans Memorial Middle School was Jianna R. Wilmot, Mia E. Caruso 2nd, Alma D. Ladino 3rd. Saint Dominic School: Emma G. Ward 1st, Nick S. Pistolakis 2nd and Sabina G. Talamayan 3rd. Lake Riviera M.S.: Vincent C. Baracia 1st, Jeyah N. Tawfik 2nd, Robert Distelcamp 3rd.

The Natl. Assn. of Secondary School Principals (NASSP) has approved these contests.

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New HOPE For Addiction Programs In 2020

By Chris Lundy OCEAN COUNTY – A program where police help addicts transition into care is undergoing a change in which will now involve the health department becoming a partner, according to officials.

Blue HART was a celebrated program where people with drug problems could come to a police station, surrender any drugs and ask for help without any fear of being arrested.

They would then be connected with addiction assistance.

Blue HART, which started in 2017, stood for Heroin Addiction Response Team. It will now be reborn into Blue HOPE. The changes will allow law enforcement and community partners deal more effectively with this problem, officials said.

“I have long considered heroin and opioid abuse to be a public health crisis,” Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley Billhimer said.

“The Ocean County Health Department’s Department of Substance Abuse, Addiction and Opioid Dependency will serve as our partner in the administration of Blue HOPE. This partnership will allow us to collectively streamline programs for those with substance use disorder in Ocean County.”

Billhimer added, “our participating local police departments will continue as a first point of contact for Ocean County residents that are in need of services. These residents can report to their participating local police departments and from there be directly linked to a provider/ licensed agency. This collaboration for Blue HOPE exemplifies the public health and law enforcement partnership needed to make change in our community.”

“The Ocean County Health Department has been providing substance abuse services since 1995. The Department of Substance Abuse, Addiction, and Opioid Dependency oversees multiple programs including the County Comprehensive Grant from the Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services, the Intoxicated Driver Resource Program, the Municipal Alliances, the Ocean County Overdose Fatality Review Program as well as prevention programs,” stated Kimberly L. Reilly, MA, LPC, Chief of Administrative Services, Department of Substance Abuse, Addiction, and Opioid Dependency, Ocean County Health Department.

Residents with drug issues will continue to go to participating police departments to get linked to a provider for substance abuse, officials said. They will be evaluated to determine what kind of care is needed.

Participants will start the process to be linked to whatever treatment is considered appropriate, such as detoxification, residential or outpatient services. They will then receive 12 weeks of follow-up calls from their provider

to give them guidance and support. Voluntarily recovery case management, which includes an in-person visit and telephone calls are an option.

The following Departments are available for this program: • Barnegat Township Police Department: Tuesday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Ocean Mental Health Services, 712 E. Bay Avenue, Manahawkin • Brick Township Police Department: Thursday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Preferred Behavioral Health, 700 Airport Road, Lakewood • Jackson Township Police Department: Thursday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Ocean Mental Health Services, 35 Beaverson Blvd., Brick • Lacey Township Police Department: Tuesday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Ocean Mental Health Services, 712 E. Bay Avenue, Manahawkin • Lakewood Twp. Police Department: Tuesday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; Turning Point, 101 Prospect Street, Lakewood • Little Egg Harbor Police Department: Tuesday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Ocean Mental Health Services, 712 E. Bay Avenue, Manahawkin • Manchester Twp. Police Department: Wednesday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Integrity House, 310 Main St. Toms River • Ocean Gate Police Department: Wednesday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Ocean Mental Health Services, 36 W. Water Street, Toms River • Ocean Township Police Department: Tuesday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Ocean Mental Health Services, 712 E. Bay Avenue, Manahawkin • Pine Beach Police Department: Wednesday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Ocean Mental Health Services, 36 W. Water Street, Toms River • Point Pleasant Borough: Tuesday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Preferred Behavioral Health, 700 Airport Road, Lakewood • South Toms River Police Department: Wednesday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; 19 Double Trouble Rd. South Toms River • Stafford Township Police Department: Tuesday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Ocean Mental Health Services, 712 E. Bay Avenue, Manahawkin • Surf City Township Police Department: Tuesday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Ocean Mental Health Services, 712 E. Bay Avenue, Manahawkin • Toms River Police Department: Wednesday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Ocean Mental Health Services, 36 W. Water Street, Toms River “I am proud that approximately half of all of our local police departments will be Blue HOPE police Departments. I am hopeful to have every police department in Ocean County will participate in Blue HOPE by the end of 2021,” Billhimer said.

Blue HART began during the leadership of Joseph Coronato. When his five-year appointment as prosecutor was up, he told this newspaper that Blue HART was what he was most proud of and he hoped it would continue in his absence.

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For more information please contact Kathleen O’Connell, Volunteer Coordinator at 914-2755766 or email kathleen.oconnell@cchnet.net.

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Now, netting will cover Sections 101 - 103 and 113 - 115 in addition to the previously covered sections.

“Fan safety at FirstEnergy Park is unquestionably our number one priority,” said BlueClaws Team President Joe Ricciutti.

“This netting expansion adds an additional safety measure for fans in the reserve seating bowl.”

Installation on the netting, which has 95% see-through visibility, is slated to begin in February and will be completed long before the team’s fi rst home game on April 16.

The BlueClaws are the Jersey Shore’s top stop for affordable, family entertainment.

2020 ticket packages and group outings are currently on sale by calling 732-901-7000 option 3 or online at BlueClaws.com.

The team will begin their 20th season at FirstEnergy Park with Opening Night, presented by Jenkinson’s Boardwalk, on April 16.

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ARounD tHe JeRsey sHoRe Celebrating 100 Years Of Women’s Right To Vote

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – A ceremony marking the 100th anniversary of women’s right to vote will be held with keynote speakers made up of notable women of Ocean County.

The event is scheduled for 3 p.m., Feb. 11 in historic Courtroom One of the Ocean County Courthouse in downtown Toms River. The public is invited to attend. The ceremony will commemorate New Jersey’s Ratification of the 19th Amendment.

“The right to vote freely and without interference is by far one of the greatest privileges we have here in the United States,” said Ocean County Clerk Scott M. Colabella. “The suffrage movement, some of which was anchored in New Jersey, was unrelenting in securing that privilege for all women, enfranchising them with all the rights and responsibilities of citizenship they deserve. And while the 19th Amendment to the Constitution was ratified on Aug. 26, 1920, the action was taken by New Jersey six months earlier on Feb. 9, 1920.”

Ocean County was the only county in New Jersey to support a referendum in 1915 to amend the state constitution extending suffrage to women, Colabella noted.

The program recognizes women who play a key role in public service in Ocean County. Scheduled speakers include: • State Superior Court Assignment Judge

Marlene Lynch Ford: the fi rst woman to serve as Assignment Judge in Ocean County; first woman to serve as Ocean County Prosecutor; one of six women elected from Ocean County to serve in the State Legislature.

• Ocean County Freeholder Virginia E. Haines: the second woman to be elected to the Board of Freeholders in the county’s history; former state Assemblywoman.

Barbara Lanuto: first woman to serve as Ocean County’s Deputy County Clerk.

• Ocean County Assemblywoman DiAnne Gove: the sixth woman to represent Ocean County in the State Legislature.

“All of these women bring so much to the table as public servants and also as role models to young women who may be interested in pursuing public office,” said Ocean County Freeholder Gary Quinn, liaison to the Ocean County Clerk’s Office. “This anniversary highlights the challenges and the resulting opportunities that came from the suffrage movement.”

Ocean County Historian Timothy G. Hart will also speak on this important milestone.

In an effort to encourage people to vote, the Ocean County Board of Elections and County Clerk’s staff will be available to provide information and forms to register voters in addition to applications for voters to obtain a Vote by Mail Ballot.

Blood Drive At Ocean County Mall OCEAN COUNTY – New Jersey Blood Services will hold a blood drive on February 22 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Ocean County Mall on Hooper Avenue in Toms River. Blood products have a short shelf life – from five to 42 days, so constant replenishment is necessary.

Each day there are patients who depend

on the transfusion of red blood cells, platelets and plasma to stay alive. But blood and blood products can’t be manufactured. They can only come from volunteer blood donors who take an hour to attend a blood drive or visit a donor center.

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

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By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

There is a plant that has beautiful foliage which also provides year-round food for deer, so they call it the deer nut plant! But you might know it as jojoba.

Just like cactus plants, jojoba is one of those plants that is a desert plant which can tolerate high heat, long hours of sunlight and very little water. It’s botanically known as Simmondsia chinensis. Other delightful, hilarious names include goat nut, pignut and quinine nut! Call it what you will, this is still an exceptional ingredient to find in your lotion, face cream and serum!

It’s so similar to your own sebum that jojoba absorbs immediately into your skin, penetrating deep into the skin’s layers where it can enhance the absorption of other topical treatments, nutrients or medication. I think jojoba is one of the healthiest, most moisturizing, skin-healing, and wrinkle-reducing oils one can use on the skin! It’s available nationwide and online, and I’ve put it in a facial serum that I formulated for anti-aging benefits.

Here are 6 scientifically proven benefits of jojoba oil.

1. Collagen synthesis. In several studies, jojoba oil has been used to accelerate the production of both keratinocytes and fibroblasts. This could mean improved skin wound healing, reduced scar formation and hair growth.

2. Anti-inflammatory. Jojoba-based products may be useful for rosacea, psoriasis, dermatitis, acne, sensitive skin and redness.

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dealing with some eyebrow loss due to aging, dieting or hypothyroidism, jojoba oil might be good to apply to your brows.

4. Strengthen the Barrier. Our skin’s barrier is termed the stratum corneum and it traps moisture inside, while keeping out pollutants, environmental toxins, dirt and pathogens. This strength of your barrier is important because it is what keeps your skin looking clear and moisturized. Studies have proven that jojoba oil has major skin barrier reparative powers.

5. Scars. Jojoba oil is known to be a wonderful scar healer, especially for those pitting, acne scars. There was a study showing that after just six weeks, 154 participants using a jojoba oil-based face mask experienced a 55% perceived reduction in acne scars. The magic is from the high content of vitamin E in jojoba which is an age-old remedy used on scars.

6. Nourishing. Jojoba oil contains a natural source of skin-loving nutrients such as Vitamins E, zinc, iodine, copper, selenium, and chromium. Zinc is known to help with acne. Vitamin E protects us from sun damage and free radicals).Copper and selenium may help with collagen formation. Iodine is a natural type of skin antibiotic.

Jojoba is a perfect oil and you can simply buy a plain bottle of it to use for manicures or pedicures, or even a massage. You can add any essential oil to jojoba as well. One of my favorite things to do is rub jojoba oil onto my dry, itchy or cracked heels. It keeps my feet looking pretty and softer. Be well and pamper yourself like crazy with this hydrating, natural oil.

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The May Day Spring Festival will run from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and everyone is encouraged to bring your pet along while you browse the extensive lineup of pet products and services at the Pet Expo.

Those interested in being a vendor should fill out an application. Returning vendors will be e-mailed a registration form.

The program schedule includes: • 11:30 a.m. Presentation: TriOrganics natural mosquito and tick control • 12:30 a.m. Presentation: Pure Energy Dog

Training • 1:30 p.m. Group Dog Walk and Beach Cleanup • 3 p.m. K9 Demo: State Park Police Event Highlights: • Free Nail Trimmings by Salty Dog Grooming • Microchipping by the Pittie Project - Free for Pit Bull Breeds, $20 for all Other Breeds • Petting Zoo • Pet Photo Station with ABD Photography • Pet and People Caricatures with Marty Mayo • Native Plant Sale with the Little Plant Company • Visit the Volunteer Auxiliary for Animal • Shelters’s Adoption Bus • Sand Squatch Beach Race Food: • Hotdog House • Cures BBQ • Shore Shake • IScream Ice Cream Rescues and Non Profits: • All Fur One Pet Rescue & Adoptions • Barnegat Bay Partnership • Big Cat Rescue • Bridges to Safety Animal Rescue • Calling All Cats Rescues • Caregiver Canines • East Coast Paws N Claws • Fund-A-Bull Bulldog in Rescue • Lost Dog Search & Rescue • Mamas-gona Rescue • National Great Pyrenees Rescue • New Jersey Sea Grant Consortium • NJ Boxer Rescue • NJ Greyhound Adoption Program • Ocean County Animal Facility • Ocean County Department of Parks & Recreation CIP • Ocean County Rutgers Master Gardeners • PawZabilities PA • Pets for Vets Ocean County Chapter • PITTIE PROJECT, INC • The Volunteer Auxiliary For Animal (Vendors - See Page 17)

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Continued From Page 1 approval of the preliminary plan, and includes plans for grading, drainage and much more. The final plan is a legal document that gets filed with the county.

The only change between the preliminary and final plan was a change in the water main from six inches to eight inches, the engineer said. The water main services the entire area, including fi re hydrants, he added.

Plans call for five homes to be built along Cummins Street and two on the oceanfront.

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was approved by the board, but neighbor JStar LLC, who owns an adjacent oceanfront home on Lyndhurst Drive, fi led a lawsuit arguing that the plan did not abide by current zoning laws.

A superior court judge agreed, which led to this new application for seven homes.

Attorney Dina Vicari attended the Jan. 29 meeting, representing the objector, JStar LLC. Board of Adjustment Attorney Ronald Cucchiaro said that even with fi nal approval from the Board of Adjustment, a judge would make the fi nal decision on the property, pending the outcome over the litigation.

County Authorities Offer Free Self Defense Classes

OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Victim Witness Unit and Girl Fight Martial Arts and Fitness are sponsoring FREE Self Defense classes for adults and kids! NJ Martial Arts Hall of Famer and Muay Tai Champion Prairie Ruglio and her staff will teach personal safety

education and self-defense techniques at the Brick Township Retro Fitness on Brick Blvd.

Adults can join in on February 21. Kids classes will be held February 22. Space is limited. For times and to register, please call the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office at 732929-2195 or online at GFight.com/selfdefense.

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Adult Special Needs Sports Program Arrives In Ocean County OCEAN COUNTY – CEO and Founder of the Sunshine Sports Program, Steve Baselice, has announced that the Program is coming to Stafford Township. The Sunshine Sports Program is a program for adults with special needs. This program consists of year-round, multiple sports activities for the

special needs community. The sport changes every four weeks to keep the activity both fresh and fun for the participants. Some of the offerings included in the program are Soccer, Football, Volleyball, Hockey and Line Dancing, to name a few. For both safety and fun, the sports are played using

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All adults with special needs are eligible, regardless of their ability; all of the athletes are capable of participating and the program is all-inclusive.

This program has been approved for the NJ Department of Developmental Disabilities

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For Rent For Rent Or For Sale - New 1 BR, 1 bath homes. Adult 55+ Community, Homestead Run, Toms River. www.homesteadrun.com. 732-3702300 call today.

(12) 1 Bedroom for rent - Employed women ages 30-60. Kitchen usage available. Call 908-768-6117.

(8) Seaside Park - Beautiful, clean, and quiet oceanfront and oceanblock (yearly). 1 and 2 bedroom apartments with yard and parking from $1050. 908-278-5491.

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Items For Sale Fished For 65 Years - All equipment must go. Two Chinook Salmon Mounts, 30lb, 20lb - for $100. Call Don 732-349-4373 (9)

Items Wanted Cash - Top dollar, paid for junk, cars running and nonrunning, late model salvage, cars and trucks, etc. 732-928-3713.

(17) Buying - World War I & II Swords, bayonets, helmets, hats, medals, women's uniforms, flags, etc. All countries.

Cahs Paid! Call 609-581-8290. (10) $$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ Jewelry and watches, costume jewelry, sterling silver, silverplate, medals, military items, antiques, musical instruments, pottery, fine art, photographs, paintings, statues, old coins, vintage toys and dolls, rugs, old pens and postcards, clocks, furniture, brica-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid. Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius. 732-364-7580. (t/n) CASH, CASH, CASH! - Instant cash paid for junk cars, trucks, vans. Free removal of any metal items. Discount towing. Call Dano 732-239-3949. (t/n) Vinyl Records Wanted - Paying cash for Rock, Reggae, Blues, Elvis, Jazz, Metal, Psychedelic. Very Good Condition only. Call Rick 908-616-7104. (8) Entire Estates Bought - Bedroom/dining sets, dressers, cedar chests, wardrobes, secretaries, pre-1950 wooden furniture, older glassware, oriental rugs, paintings, bronzes, silver, bric-a-brac.

Call Jason at 609-970-4806. (t/n) Buying - Vintage Selmer Saxophones and other professional models. i.e. Conn Buescher King. Cash Paid! Call 609-581-8290. Email lenny3619@gmail.com.

(8) CASH FOR RECORDS!! - Buying LPs, reel tapes, CD's, stereos, guitars, saxophones, tube amplifiers + other music related. Come to (6) you. Brian 732-804-8115.

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Items Wanted COSTUME/ESTATE JEWELRY Looking to buy costume/ estate jewelry, old rosaries and religious medals, all watches and any type of sterling silver, bowls, flatware candlesticks or jewelry. Same day house calls and cash on the spot. 5 percent more with this AD. Call Peggy at 732-581-5225. (t/n) Buying World War I and II Helmets, hats, swords, daggers, medals, flags, Marine uniforms, women's uniforms, etc. All Countries.

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Auto For Sale 2005 Mercury - Grand Marquis LS Auto V8. All power. Leather. 92K. 10/21 Inspection. New battery and tires. Holiday City. $3500. 848-226-2474.

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Help Wanted Skilled Labor/Fulltime - Construction Site in Toms River. Contact Nick Nikitin. 732-261 4267.

(10) Now Hiring – The Goddard School on Route 70 is seeking full time Teacher’s Assistant and leads for the upcoming school year. We provide a warm, loving environment for children up to six years. Must have a flexible schedule, available Mon-Fri. Benefits include paid time off, 401k and paid lunch on Fridays. To learn more about these positions, email your resume to toms river2nj@goddardschools.com Help Wanted Laborer - Full w/ benefits available or part-time.

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We are an E.O.E. employer. M/F. Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. 273 Brick Blvd., Brick NJ 08723.

(10) Certified Home Health Aides Needed for Ocean County area. Hourly and live-in positions avail. P/T and F/T. Call CCC at 732-206-1047. (t/n) Change Lives. Build Futures Alternatives, Inc. is now hiring responsible & dedicated candidates for rewarding employment opportunities working with adults w/special needs as Direct Support Professional. Paid Training! Mileage Reimbursement!

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Services Don Carnevale Painting Specializing interiors. Some exterior. Quality always. Very neat. Prompt courteous service.

Reasonable-affordable. Senior discounts. Honest-reliable. Low rates. Free estimates. 732-8994470 or 732-915-4075.

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Utility shed roofs replaced. Prompt service. Insured. Gutters cleaned.

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Council:

Continued From Page 1 with the Seaside Park Police Department.

In November 2017, he was hired by the Metuchen Police Department, and the following month he completed his full police officer certification at the Ocean County Police Academy.

Sergeant Frank Mauro (Badge #207), a 1990 graduate of Brick Memorial High School, attended Ocean County and Brookdale Colleges where he majored in education and criminal justice. In September 2000, he began his law enforcement career when he was hired by the NJ Department of Corrections as a state corrections officer.

Mauro was hired by the Brick Township Police Department in 2003, and during his 16-year career was assigned to the patrol division, he was a field training officer, a former member of the Special Emergency Response Team (SERT), the Selective Enforcement Team, the Drug Enforcement Unit, and the Street Crimes Unit.

The newly promoted officer received numerous awards during his tenure with the Brick Police Department.

During the meeting council members dis-

The Brick Times, February 8, 2020, Page 21 cussed a bid that was awarded for parking lot improvements to Brick Beach 3 to S&G Paving Construction Inc. of Jamesburg for $546,543. Bid notices were sent to 66 prospective bidders, and 17 of those requested bid packages. Eleven bids were submitted with prices ranging from the awarded bid upwards to $1,073,150.

The project generally consists of mill and overlay of the municipal parking lot between Faber Lane and Lyndhurst Drive.

During the public comment portion of the meeting, several residents of Normandy Beach, who have been attending the last four council meetings, once again asked expressed concerns regarding f looding and asked the governing body to come up with solutions to the f looded roads in their neighborhood.

“I’m stunned that you got $500,000-plus to replace that Brick Beach parking lot,” said resident Steve Kirby.

Kirby added, “I can’t believe we’re spending that kind of money when we don’t have any money to fix the roads and the storm drains in Normandy Beach.”

The next Brick Council meeting will be held at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, February 11.

Local Letter Carriers Join ‘Million Mile Drivers’

OCEAN COUNTY – Point Pleasant Beach Letter Carriers Elaine Coyne, Walter Fehring, Dominick Piscope, Anna DeSanto, Dennis Torode and Tracy Ely joined the thousands of Postal Service employees who have individually driven more than a million, accident-free miles.

Letter Carrier John D’Amato also received a special safety award. All the employees received recognition during a recent ceremony at the Point Pleasant Beach Post Office.

According to the National Safety Council, more than 30,000 Postal Service employees have achieved a distinction most people never approach in their lifetimes — driv-

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The nation’s 31,000 plus Post Offices are linked by nearly 232,000 vehicles — the world’s largest civilian fleet.

More than 341,000 letter carriers and tr uck drivers log more than 1.2 billion miles annually when delivering to America’s 158.6 million addresses.

Since 2005, over 30,000 Postal Service professionals have driven more than a million miles without a single accident.

Reaching this pinnacle requires a safe attitude that entails driving 1 million miles or 30 years without a preventable incident.

Philadelphia Flower Show & Historic District

TOMS RIVER – Freeholder Virginia E. Haines, Chairman of Ocean County Parks and Recreation announced they will be hosting a bus trip to the Philadelphia Flower Show and Historic District on Thursday, March 5.

The bus will depart from Ocean County Park in Lakewood at 8 a.m. for a day in the city to explore the museums and attractions of the historic district or to attend the Flower Show at the Convention Center. We will return to Lakewood at approximately 6 p.m. You will receive a map of the area, and will be dropped

off at the Flower Show or in the Historic district.

To register, send a check for $36 per person, made payable to: County of Ocean and mail to Ocean County Parks & Recreation, 1198 Bandon Road, Toms River, NJ 08753. Please include FLWER 20 on the check. The fee includes the bus transportation only, any admissions or tours are on your own. The approximate fee for the f lower show is $48.

Simply call 732-506-9090 for more information or visit us at oceancountyparks.org.

Addiction Assistance In Brick

BRICK – The BLUE HART program is available on Thursdays in Brick at no cost.

People who are seeking help with addiction are urged to take advantage of the program.

Brick Township’s overdose numbers are continuing to decrease and we believe it is a result of all of our efforts which include education, enforcement, drug take back and treatment.

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R.C. Shea & Assoc.

Inside The Law Helpful Tips To Ensure Your Mortgage Application Is Approved By: Dina M. Vicari, Esq. and Robert C. Shea, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates

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A necessary but intensive task during your journey to purchase your new home will be providing your mortgage representative with all of the financial records and additional information they may require during the home buying process.

Equally, during a re-finance of your existing home many of the same financial records will be required. In either case, the process is started with an application and then moves through the underwriting process until the loan is clear to close.

This time period may span from 30 days to several months, depending on the complexity of the loan program. There are several tips to remember which will help achieve a smooth closing.

First, as an applicant, you never want to open new credit cards, switch credit card balances to new credit cards or make large purchases on existing credit cards.

Even the smallest of purchases on a new card may lead to a much larger available line of credit. This is important to remember when you are paying for movers or looking to purchase new appliances and/ or furniture for your new home. All of these actions can disrupt your income to debt ratio which can be a major obstacle in getting to that clear to close position.

Make sure prior to utilizing any credit that it is discussed with your Attorney and mortgage representative to avoid delays in obtaining clearance to close your loan.

Second, in a situation where you are either re-financing your existing home or purchasing a home that requires repairs prior to closing, make sure all home improvements/repairs are completed prior to the home appraisal. Nearly all loans require an appraisal. Therefore, in order to avoid any delays with your closing,

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make sure you properly plan the timing of your appraisal. Timing of the appraisal should be discussed with your Attorney and mortgage representative to ensure that there are no on-going improvements within the property that would require a re-appraisal, which will delay the process and cost an additional fee.

Third, it is important to make sure you are prepared for closing and have enough money saved-up to bring to the closing table. At the time of closing there are lender costs and third-party costs, such as payments to insurance companies, surveyors, title companies, home owner associations, tax office, municipal utilities and many more, which must be paid at closing. It is important to communicate with your Attorney and mortgage lender to review all of the closing costs that you will be responsible for at the time of closing.

The above items may be overwhelming but we at R.C. Shea and Associates can help you through the process. The law firm of R.C. Shea & Associates, Counsellors at Law, is a full service law firm representing and advising clients in the areas of Estate Planning, Estate Litigation, Personal Injury, General Litigation, Real Estate Law, Medicaid Law, Medical Malpractice, Workers’ Compensation, Land Use and Planning Law, Wills, Trusts, and Powers of Attorney and much more. Call or visit our office Toms River office at 732-505-1212, 244 Main Street, Toms River, email us at Rshea@rcshea. com or visit our website at rcshea.com.

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Alzheimer’s Support Group

1st Saturday of Each Month at 10am (Call for details) In a Safe, Comfortable Setting Like the Home They’ve Always Known!

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Belmar/Lake Como Saint Patrick’s Day Parade Fundraiser Program

BELMAR – Join in for the 2020 Belmar/ Lake Como Saint Patrick’s Day Parade Fundraiser Program. The following is a schedule of events: • Feb. 9: Marina Grille, 902 Hwy 35, Belmar, 2 to 6 p.m. Entertainment – Hot & cold Buffet. Donation $15. Call 732894-3211.

• Feb. 16: Boathouse Bar & Grill, 1309 Main Street Belmar, 2 to 6 p.m. Entertainment – Hot & Cold Buffet. Donation $15.

Call 732-681-5221.

• Feb. 23: Friendly Sons of the Shillelagh,

815 16th Avenue, Belmar, 2 to 6 p.m. Entertainment – Hot & Cold Buffet. Donation $15. Call 732-681-7576.

• Feb. 29: Investiture Mass at St. Rose Church, 601 7th Avenue, Belmar, 10 a.m.

Investiture Luncheon immediately following at Mike Doolan’s, Rt. 71, Spring Lake Heights, NJ. Luncheon Donation $35. Call 732-681-6171.

March 1: Saint Patrick’s Day Parade, 12:30 p.m., Main Street, Lake Como & Belmar.

For information, call 732-280-2648 or email info@belmarparade.com.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of feb 8 - feb 14

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Speak your mind in order to shine. Your most attractive qualities may be best showcased when you have something to say. In the week to come, be sure to explain things in detail to avoid mix-ups and confusion with others.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Friends might expect you to be completely attentive to their needs in the week ahead, although you may prefer to spend time with family. Be conscientious; stick to the healthful habits you resolved to keep.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You might meet a few helpful people because you are at the right place at the right time. Differences of opinion will be insignificant barriers to communication if you are consistently tolerant and respectful this week.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You may feel somewhat helpless when people close to you refuse to face facts in the week ahead. Friends, however, may offer helpful advice and thoughtful gestures that will assist you in focusing on reality.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Knowledge is power, but passion pushes the “on” button.

You understand ways to make money work for you. It might be necessary to dissuade a loved one from dipping into savings or making unwise investments.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Today you can relax and enjoy hearth and home. Your intelligent ideas will draw others closer and make it easier to succeed with group projects.

Business before pleasure is a helpful motto to adopt in the week to come.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): A good dose of common sense could go a long way toward banishing brief misunderstandings. Apply some sympathy and empathy to achieve positive lasting effects. In the upcoming week, it may be difficult to trust your own judgment.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Ambitious dreams can come true if you gather knowledge and keep your own counsel in the week ahead.

A romantic partner may have little inclination to smother you with affection when he or she has to take care of business.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): The more the merrier. Your generosity and optimistic outlook put a positive spin on your status in a crowd, but don’t rely on personality alone to navigate through tight spots. Spend cautiously this week.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Spread the good word. When you let your enthusiasm show, everyone else may well enjoy an outing or event even more. You could be more interested in socializing than in business transactions as this week begins.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Don’t charge admission to your family circle. You may take pride in your home or enjoy entertaining guests. In the upcoming week you may be anxious to receive applause and recognition for a job well done.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You may sparkle at parties and feel at home everywhere you go. Loved ones will be supportive and encourage you to explore your limits as this week unfolds. Feel free to pursue whatever activity captures your fancy.

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wolfgang puck’s kitchen Sunny Days Are Here Again, Thanks To Dried Summer Stone Fruit

By Wolfgang Puck If you have read any of my cookbooks, or eaten in my restaurants, you may have noticed that I have a certain fondness for dried fruit. You’ll find them in my desserts, of course. But you’ll also find them turning up in many savory dishes, from stews braises, and sautes to appetizers and side dishes, to salads and soups.

Some of those guest appearances trace back to culinary history. In Austria, where I grew up, it was traditional for frugal people to save some of the harvest for culinary use at other times of year. That’s why raisins would appear with fresh apples in a strudel, or prunes and apricots might help thicken the red wine sauce for slowly braised short ribs.

Flavor, of course, is another key reason why dried fruits are used in so many savory dishes. I like to talk about how good cooking should have a “yin-yang” quality; that’s the Asian term sometimes used to describe the way that opposites can complement each other in the right balance. For instance, I like how tart, tangy dried fruit can brighten something savory or highlight and pleasantly contrast the brightness of sweet ingredients.

There is also another reason why I like to use dried fruit. During the cold months of autumn and winter, when our choices in fresh, locally grown produce can be more limited, they make it possible for you to enjoy the taste of the warmer months. That’s reason enough to keep a good supply of dried fruit in your pantry - all sealed in airtight bags or containers that help keep them from drying out any more than they already have.

To illustrate that last point, I’d like to share one of my longtime favorite recipes: An apricot pine nut tart that offers up the golden color and tangy-sweet flavor of a signature late-summer stone fruit in the middle of this chilly winter.

After prunes (dried plums) and raisins, apricots are among the most widely available dried fruit. You’ve probably seen them sold in two different forms: sulfured and unsulfured. That refers to the common use of sulfur dioxide gas as a preservative during the drying, which also helps the apricots keep their bright orange color. The Food and Drug Administration has found that only the slightest traces remain by the time the apricots are packaged; but if you’re at all sensitive to sulfites, or have any concerns at all, you can certainly make the recipe with unsulfured dried apricots, which will have a dark brownish color but still taste delicious.

Feel free to experiment with other dried fruit in this recipe, too. It will give you many ways to enjoy the cornucopia until spring and summer arrive.

APRICOT PINE NUT TART Makes one 10-inch (25-cm) tart, serves 8 to 10 1 cup (250 mL) water 8 ounces (250 g) dried apricots 1/3 cup (85 mL) Grand Marnier 1/4 cup (60 mL) orange juice Sugar dough (recipe follows), or store-bought frozen pastry for a double-crust pie, thawed 9 ounces (280 g) shelled pine nuts 1/3 cup (85 mL) sugar 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature

1 tablespoon finely chopped orange zest 2 tablespoons apricot jam Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, for serving First, prepare the filling: In a small saucepan, combine the water, apricots, Grand Marnier and orange juice. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, remove from the heat, and leave to soak for 1 hour.

Meanwhile, divide the Sugar Dough in half and, on a lightly floured work surface, roll out one half to a circle about 1/8 inch (3 mm) thick and large enough to line a 10-inch (25-cm) tart pan. Loosely roll up the dough around the rolling pin, unroll onto the pan, and gently press into the bottom and sides. With scissors or a sharp knife, carefully trim the edges, adding the trimmings to the other half of dough. Refrigerate the lined pan.

Roll out the second half of the dough to a 10-inch (25-cm) square; then, using an inverted 9-inch (22.5cm) round, cut out a circle. Loosely roll up the circle around the pin and unroll onto a lightly floured sheet of waxed paper. Using a 1/2-inch (12-mm) circular cutter or pastry tip, cut out a random pattern of circles, leaving a rim of dough about 1/2 inch (12 mm).

Gather up the cutouts and refrigerate or freeze for another use. Refrigerate the circle of dough.

Strain the liquid from the apricots. Transfer the apricots to a bowl and return the liquid to the saucepan.

Boil until reduced to 3 tablespoons. Set aside to cool.

In a large skillet, lightly toast the pine nuts over medium heat, stirring constantly and taking care not to burn them. Stir the sugar and a third of the pine nuts into the apricots.

Using the paddle attachment of an electric mixer, or a handheld electric beater, beat the butter until fluffy.

Stir in the cooled liquid and orange zest.

Preheat the oven to 375 F (190 C).

To assemble the tart, spread the jam over the bottom pastry. Arrange the apricot mixture evenly on top.

Sprinkle with the remaining pine nuts. Top with the butter mixture. Carefully top with the cutout pastry circle.

Bake until golden brown, about 35 minutes. Transfer to a rack. Serve slightly warm or at room temperature, accompanied by vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

SUGAR DOUGH Makes 1 1/2 pounds (750 g), enough for one double-crust tart 2 1/3 cups (585 mL) cake flour or pastry flour 1/3 cup (85 mL) sugar 1/2 pound (250 g) unsalted butter, chilled, cut into small pieces 3 large egg yolks 1 to 2 tablespoons heavy cream In a food processor with the stainless-steel blade, combine the flour and sugar. Add the butter and pulse until it resembles fine meal.

In a small bowl, whisk together the yolks and 1 tablespoon of cream. Scrape into the machine and process until a ball begins to form, adding a little additional cream if necessary. Remove the dough to a lightly floured surface and press down into a circle.

Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before using.

(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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