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By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – Another petition to reinstate the aid cut by the state has started making the rounds on social media.

While other petitions were started by residents, this one was started by the Toms River School District itself. It calls upon Governor Phil Murphy to reinstate the lost aid to New Jersey schools immediately. For the link to the petition visit jerseyshoreonline.com This is in response to State Senate bill S-2. S-2 was first proposed by Senate President Stephen Sweeney in 2017 and then signed into law by

Governor Phil Murphy in 2018. The bill cuts “adjustment aid” to school districts that the state has deemed to be overfunded due to losing enrollment, including Toms River schools.

It will cut more than $90 million from the district over the course of its 7-year phase-in. Cuts have already begun, in staff and supplies.

“In essence, S-2 reflects the state’s belief that the taxpayers of Toms River Regional School District are currently undertaxed by approximately $56 million, and that the state will no longer support communities that are not paying their so called (Petition - See Page 4)

Connecting Homeless With Help They Need

By Chris Lundy TOMS R I V ER – There are several places throughout the area that open their doors to the homeless and people who are at risk of bei ng homeless.

But one cold day at the end of January was different, because that was the day that helpers were tasked with counting the homeless

coming in.

There were two reasons for the day. One was to connect at-risk people with services.

The other was to get a head count to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. HUD uses these figures to determine how to provide resources for the homeless in a given area.

However, it’s common knowledge among those who work with the homeless that not all of them want to be counted. So, the number that comes in will be lower than what it really is.

Total counts weren’t available as of press time. That information will be assembled later (Homeless - See Page 2)

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

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By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – After looking at a loss of $700,000 in funding for senior programs, county officials got some good news.

“We have been notified that we will receive $1,470.084 for the Jersey Assistance for Community Caregiving (JACC) Program, which is an increase of about $400,000 for the state fiscal year 2020. We were originally advised this program would see a funding cut of almost $250,000,” said Ocean County Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari. “We presented the facts and our concerns to the state and we were heard. This is a victory for our seniors who rely on the help they get from this program.”

Jersey Assistance for Community Caregiving (JACC) is a state-funded program that provides in-home services to local seniors to help keep them living independently in their community home as opposed to being placed in a nursing facility. According to (Senior - See Page 4)

Local Services Prep For MONOC’s End

By Chris Lundy OCEAN COUNTY – The advanced life support ambulance program run by MONOC is dissolving, and local officials are making sure that there are other options available in their wake.

“My office received a number of calls from concerned residents who heard about the MONOC MICU (Mobile Intensive Care Unit) program closing in April,” said Ocean County Sheriff Michael G. Mastronardy. “Upon hearing the program will close, we immediately reached out to the providers that are assuming the operations.”

Not all ambulance crews are the same. There is actually a distinction to be made. Basic life support is often manned by volunteers.

Advanced life support requires more training and is used in more life or death situations.

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The night before the count was a Code Blue night, which meant it was freezing out and shelters were open. That helped the count because volunteers were able to get some 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.

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Continued From Page 1 Maria LaFace, Director of the Ocean County Office of Senior Services, for those seniors who meet the income requirement, JACC provides a wide array of supports intended to delay or prevent placement in a nursing facility, including respite care, homemakers services, personal emergency response systems, home delivered meals, transportation, adult day care, special medical equipment or supplies, caregiver training, home health aide services.

Upon learning of the loss in aid, Vicari said he appealed to state officials to explain how important the programs are for seniors.

Ocean County is home to more than 173,000 senior citizens and 30 percent of them rely solely on monthly Social Security checks to cover their living expenses. A significant portion of them are 85 and older.

“It was important we work with the state legislative districts representing Ocean County in this matter,” he said. “These cuts would have effected their constituents as well and we all needed to work together.”

Vicari called this a partial victory for the

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Continued From Page 1 “Local Fair Share” – an arbitrary calculation that we continue to challenge,” the district wrote. “S-2 will generate annual budget deficits that will require significant cuts to the programs and services that have garnered Toms River Regional School District the distinction of being arguably one of the most efficiently-operating model programs in New Jersey.

“If an immediate halt in the state aid reductions is not implemented, our programs, services, staffing, student supports, academic offerings, athletic and extracurricular opportunities, busing and full-day kindergarten will be eliminated at some point over the remaining five-year life of S-2,” the petition said.

The petition demands that state leaders immediately put a stop to these cuts and address the funding formula that S-2 is based upon so that aid is distributed fairly to all districts.

“This petition is an acknowledgement that five years of relentless work from our district leaders - who foresaw the flaws in the funding formula, provided specific and indisputable details through multiple communications and meetings, offered public testimony to both the Senate and Assembly budget committees on this issue, and helped lead multiple protests in Trenton - has gone ignored,” the petition stated.

Other Petitions There are several other petitions urging the powers that be to change their mind.

One was started by Renee Godino telling state leaders that Toms River students deserve more.

“Toms River Schools are in a major crisis, we have had so many cuts already and over

county as it continues to press for restored funding to the Visiting Home Care Service of Ocean County. This program has helped Ocean County seniors for the last 40 years using Title 20 funding through the state Division of Disability Services.

This funding will end as of June 30, 2020.

“The provider stands to lose $460,000,” he has said.

On average Visiting Home Care Services (VHS) has been providing approximately 300 hours a week of home health aide services under Title 20 grant funds, which translates to about 15,600 hours of home care a year that will no longer be provided, or 50 clients a week will go without help, he added.

Tom Hester, Director of Communications for the New Jersey Department of Human Services had said previously about the loss that they were working with Ocean County to make sure the JACC programs would be covered with other funds so that no one would lose services.

“The Department continues to work with Visiting HomeCare and funding for its programs will continue through the end of this fiscal year (June 30),” he said last month. “The Department will also continue to monitor this transition in efforts to minimize any impacts.”

the next few years it’s going to go from bad to worse,” Godino wrote. What’s on the chopping block?

• Co-curricular activities • Sports at all levels • Clubs • Drama clubs, musicals, forensics • Marching bands • Full day kindergarten could go.

• Bussing within 2 miles for elementary and 2.5 miles for secondary could go.

Her petition can be found by going to Change.org and searching for “TR kids deserve better.”

Last year, Toms River resident Bridget Maillard created a petition to show support for the school district and urged the state to return the aid. She warned that future cuts could include athletics, clubs, and of course teaching staff and paraprofessionals.

She was right.

“Without these vital programs available to our students, gaining acceptance to a college, the military, or the transitional career is almost impossible. And without these social interactions, the personal development and the reinforcement of life skills will become neglected for our students, making it extremely challenging for our students to stay involved. With that, the concern over drugs, alcohol, tobacco, and vaping becomes even more paramount, especially with Ocean County’s growing opioid epidemic,” she said.

To visit the petition, go to Change.org and search for “Bridget Maillard.”

She also urged residents to reach out to the governor directly at 609-292-6000 or Constituent.relations@nj.gov.

The 9th District legislators have created another petition to tell Governor Phil Murphy to reinstate the aid. That can be found at senatenj.com/saveourschools/.

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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.

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“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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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?

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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.

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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.

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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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Church Hosting Mustard Seeds Play Group

TOMS RIVER – The Presbyterian Church of Toms River created a playgroup exclusively for children ages 1 to 5 years old who are accompanied by a parent. Mustard Seeds offers children some great free time to play in the gym with tons of toys as they also meet new friends. Listen to Bible Stories, make special crafts, sing and play!

Mustard Seeds is a place where parents/ guardians can meet one another and begin to build a solid support base of Christian

friendship. What a blessing it is to share the joys and woes of day-to-day family life with others in a relaxed, caring, atmosphere.

Mustard Seeds meets 1st Friday of each month through June from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. located at 1070 Hooper Ave., Toms River.

For more information about the Children’s Ministry Programs at PCTR contact Michael Barozzie, Director of Children’s Ministry at michaelb@pctr.org or 732-3491331 x 226.

Soup Making Class Coming To Toms River

TOMS RIVER – Soup soothes the palate, but the trick to make the soup easy to prepare. The Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Ocean County will hold a special program on February 25 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at 1623 Whitesville Road, Toms River.

This class will walk you through two very different soups that are loaded with good nutrition using homemade vege-

table stock: Black Bean Pumpkin Soup & Roasted Eggplant and Tomato Soup.

There is a non-refundable program fee of $30 per person. Payment is due prior to program. Please make check payable to OCBA. SPACE IS LIMITED. Please register by February 18, 2020, by contacting Kelly Jurgensen at 732-349-1247 or kjurgensen@co.ocean.nj.us.

Toms River Artists Meeting

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Toms River Artists Meeting

TOMS RIVER – On the second Tuesday of each month, TRAC welcomes members and interested artists to join us for our monthly meeting from 7-8 p.m. at 53 Main St. in Toms River. Admission is free. For more information, call Carol Stauffer at 732-604-5761.

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Officials: It’s Not Too Late To Get Flu Vaccine

By Kimberly Bosco OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Health Department is reminding everyone that it’s not too late to get your flu vaccine.

With flu activity on the rise, officials expect higher levels than normal at this point in the flu season.

“The Ocean County Health Department can’t stress enough how important getting a flu shot can be to you and your family, friends, school mates and co-workers. Remember, the flu vaccine not only protects you from getting ill, but it can also protect all the people you come in contact with,” said Ocean County Freeholder Gerry P. Little, Liaison to the Ocean County Board of Health. “The more people vaccinated means the fewer people getting sick and spreading the bug.”

According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), there have been at least 6.4 million flu illnesses and 2,900 deaths during the current flu season. Health care providers are urged to explain to patients that the flu vaccine does save lives and is the best protection against getting the flu and its potentially

serious complications.

“While it’s imperative for individuals with chronic diseases, children, pregnant women, and older adults to get vaccinated, others shouldn’t hope to “sneak by” this flu season without getting sick,” said Daniel Regenye, OCHD Public Health Coordinator. “Don’t risk it – protect yourself and others by getting the vaccine as soon as possible.”

Flu viruses are spread through respiratory droplets that are expelled when someone who is sick coughs, sneezes or talks. Another form of transmission may happen when someone touches a contaminated surface or object.

“Simple hand washing is extremely effective when it comes to reducing the spread of the influenza virus. Wash your hands with soap and water or hand sanitizer as often as possible,” Regenye added.

Symptoms of flu usually last only a few days and may include: fever, cough, sore throat, headaches, chills, muscle aches and fatigue. If you do get sick you should stay home until your better.

For more information, visit the OCHD website at ochd.org.

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 tech-

niques 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 732-929-2195 or online at GFight.com/ selfdefense.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE 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 — driving more than a million, accident-free miles. No

other business comes close.

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 truck 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.

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 adaptive Physical Education equipment.

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 (DDD) and can be paid for using the participants GOOD AND SERVICES budget with no out-of-pocket expenses.

For more information, contact Keith or Marybeth Weidenhof at 646-704-5962, keith@littlekickssoccer.net, or 833-7867778.

Hospice Volunteers Needed

OCEAN COUNTY – Compassionate Care Hospice is looking for Volunteers willing to give companionship to patients and their families. This is a priceless gift one gives to help others during life changing times.

For more information contact Kathleen O’Connell, Volunteer Coordinator at 914275-5766 or email kathleen.oconnell@ cchnet.net.

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Continued From Page 1 Most towns have a volunteer squad, and a company like MONOC takes up the more critical cases. Sometimes, both will arrive at a serious car crash to see what is needed.

“MONOC has experienced a challenging fi nancial environment caused by declining reimbursements and increasing payor restrictions, while the costs of running a high quality, high performance EMS and medical transport program continued to rise over the last few years,” a statement from the company said.

According to MONOC’s website, the service is run by Monmouth Ocean Hospital Service Corporation. It is a non-profit company started in 1978 that currently is made up of thirteen acute care hospitals throughout the state.

“We have seen a decline in service participation from our members,” the statement continued. “As these healthcare systems grew and acquired their own EMS programs, the need for MONOC to service them diminished.”

MONOC’s advanced life support program will close on April 1. Hackensack Meridian Health and RWJBarnabas Health will assume full operational and administrative responsibility of the program according to

The Toms River Times, Februrary 8, 2020, Page 13 a letter from Jeff Behm, president and CEO of the Monmouth Ocean Hospital Service Corp.

“We have scheduled meetings with these hospitals to review concerns such as dispatch protocol, response coverage and other areas,” Mastronardy said. “The Sheriff ’s Office is committed to making this a smooth transition of advanced life support services in order to protect our residents.

“With such a large county and with the largest senior population in the state, it’s important concerns are addressed before the new providers take over the service,” Mastronardy said. “My office and our Emergency Management staff look forward to a productive dialogue with the new providers in order to assure our residents they will be taken care of during medical emergencies.”

MONOC closing doesn’t mean that volunteer ambulance crews or municipal ones are going away. There will still be coverage of every town, officials have said.

For years, volunteer squads have seen declining enrollment. Many people don’t have the time for shifts of volunteer work.

Others age out of service. As the population increases, the demand for first aiders increases. Several towns have started their own programs to supplement the volunteer squads, like Berkeley does. Manchester is just now starting up their own service.

Weed And Booze Played Role In Fatal 2nd Floor Building Crash

By Bob Vosseller TOMS RIVER – The drug alcohol level of a driver involved in a fatal auto accident was dangerously high according to the results of a toxicology report released by the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office.

Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced on Jan. 31 that the Ocean County Medical Examiner has submitted a Toxicology Report relative to a fatal motor vehicle crash that occurred on Nov. 10, 2019 in Toms River.

The Report reveals that the driver of the vehicle, township resident Braden DeMartin, 22, had a Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of .189, as well as an Active THC (marijuana) level of 22 nanograms (ng) with a Metabolite THC level of 18ng.

In the State of New Jersey, an individual is presumed to be under the influence of alcohol with a BAC of .08 or greater. In states where marijuana has been legalized, the per se impaired driving limit is 5ng.

As a result of the Medical Examiner’s findings, it has been determined that DeMartin was significantly impaired while operating his vehicle. Daniel Foley, 23, Toms River was a passenger in the vehicle. He showed a BAC of .087.

Townshp Police responded on Nov. 10, 2019 concerning a report of a motor vehicle having crashed into a building

on Hooper Avenue in Toms River. An investigation revealed that DeMartin was operating his 2010 Porsche Boxster at a high rate of speed northbound on Hooper Avenue when he lost control of the vehicle, struck an embankment, and was propelled airborne into the building. DeMartin and Foley were both pronounced dead at the scene.

“This was a tragedy of unspeakable proportions, but what makes it truly heartbreaking is that it was altogether avoidable. I am releasing these fi ndings to the public for no other reason than to educate drivers, particularly younger drivers, as to what can happen if they operate a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs,” Billhimer said after learning of the details of the Medical Examiner’s report.

Billhimer added, “as Chief Law Enforcement Officer of Ocean County, I implore all drivers – young and not so young – to reflect upon this horrific incident, learn from it, and always be mindful of the potentially devastating consequences that may result from driving while impaired. It is incumbent upon every single motorist to make good decisions before getting behind the wheel of a car; failure to make the right choices might well produce irreversible and deadly outcomes.”

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Ocean County Artists’ Guild

OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Artists’ Guild will host a figure drawing weekend on March 7 and 8 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 22 Chestnut Avenue, Island Heights.

“Breaking Down the Bones” is the title of the workshop award- winning artist Arcenio Michael Campos will be bringing to the Guild.

A teacher at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts, Campos brings a beautiful and unique viewpoint to figure drawing. Growing up in New Mexico Campos knew from

an early age that he wanted to be an artist and especially loved drawing people. He is a graduate of the University of New Mexico (art history) and the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts (painting).

He has lectured on anatomy, figure drawing and painting and has exhibited all over the world.

His style is bold, beautiful and personal.

Call the Guild at 732-270-3111 or visit ocartistsguild.org/workshops to register.

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Did you know that your hearing health has a direct effect on your overall health?

Some causes can be natural and others would surprise you. It is important to take an empowered, proactive approach to hearing health during every stage of your life. I would sincerely suggest that you read this column several times and share this information with your friends and family.

Risk Factors Hearing loss is about twice as common in people with diabetes compared to those without the disease. Adults with pre-diabetes, whose blood glucose is higher than normal but not high enough for a diabetes diagnosis, have a 30 percent higher rate of hearing loss compared to those with normal blood sugar. Current smokers are 1.69 times more likely, or have a 70 percent higher risk to have hearing loss than nonsmokers. Studies have shown that a healthy cardiovascular system has a positive effect on hearing.

Conversely, inadequate blood flow and trauma to the blood vessels of the inner ear can contribute to hearing loss.

Hearing Loss In America 1. One in three people over the age of 60 have hearing loss.

2. One in six Baby Boomers (49-68) have hearing loss.

3. One in 14 Generation Xers (37-48) already have hearing loss.

4. One in five teenagers have some type of hearing loss.

5. Hearing aids can reduce the effects of hearing loss by 50 percent

Effects of Hearing Loss on a Patient’s Life Memory and Hearing Loss: Adults with hearing loss are more likely to develop problems thinking and remembering than adults with normal hearing. Degraded hearing may force the brain to devote too much of its energy to processing sound. Adults with hearing loss develop a significant impairment in their cognitive abilities 3.2 years sooner than those with normal hearing. Those with hearing loss experience a 30-40 percent greater decline in thinking abilities compared to their counterparts without hearing loss.

Dementia and Hearing Loss: Seniors with hearing loss are significantly more likely to develop dementia over time than those who retain their hearing.

Adults with moderate hearing loss are 3 times more likely to develop dementia and those with severe hearing loss are 5 times more likely to develop dementia.

Mental Health and Hearing Loss: Hearing loss results in social isolation.

Adults with untreated hearing loss tend to withdraw from engaging with family and friends. Adults, 50 and older, with untreated hearing loss are more likely to report depression, anxiety, anger and frustration, emotional instability and paranoia, and are less likely to participate in social activities than those who wear hearing aids. The degree of depression and other emotional or mental health issues also increases with the severity of the hearing loss.

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

6 Surprising Benefits Of Deer Nut Oil

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.

3. Hair Growth. If you are currently

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.

(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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“HPV is probably the most common sexually transmitted disease which a lot of people don’t know about,” Dr. Tracy Proverbs-Singh said.

Singh, a gastrointestinal oncologist at Hackensack Meridian Health Hackensack University Medical Center. “It can remain latent in the body for a lifetime.”

Most sexually active people have been exposed to HPV and many times it’s harmless and goes away on its own.

The cancer most commonly associated with HPV is cervical cancer, but it can also lead to vulvar and vaginal, anal, penile and oral cancers. “Ninety percent of cervix cancers are found to have HPV in their DNA,” said Dr. Karim ElSahwi, attending gynecologic oncologist at Hackensack Meridian Health Jersey Shore University Medical Center.

Gynecologists use a Pap test to screen for the presence of HPV in the cervix.

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NEW JERSEY – Recognizing the bravery and commitment of volunteer fi refighters and fi rst responders, New Jersey American Water announces its 2020 grant program for volunteer fi re departments and emergency responders (e.g., ambulance and fi rst aid squads) located within the company’s service areas.

“We are proud to continue to support the brave men and women who volunteer their time and risk their lives to protect our communities. This program is just one way we say thank you to these everyday heroes,” said Denise Venuti Free, director of Communications and External Affairs, New Jersey American Water.

Grants may be used to cover the costs of personal protective apparatus, communications gear, first aid equipment, firefighting tools, vehicle maintenance and other materials that will be used to support volunteer fi refighter and emergency responder operations. Reimbursement for specific training courses, including the cost of training manuals, student workbooks, and instructors is also eligible.

“We recognize the impact an increase in funding can have on the capabilities of volunteer fi refighter and EMS departments.

Extra funding helps these groups purchase necessary tools and equipment to keep themselves and their communities safe,” said Don Dunleavy, volunteer fi refighter and operations specialist at New Jersey American Water. Dunleavy is one of 20 employees who serve on the committee to help select the grant recipients each year.

The committee is comprised of employees from across New Jersey American Water who are first responders within their local communities. To apply, organizations must complete the online application, located at www.newjerseyamwater.com, under News & Community, Community Involvement.

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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.

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How To Avoid Social Security Scammers

By Chris Lundy WASHINGTON, D.C. – Scammers will mislead people into making cash or gift card payments, or trick people into giving out their Social Security number.

The Social Security Administration is trying to let people know how to avoid scams. They launched a new Public Service Announcement campaign to warn people about these schemes.

“I want every American to know that if a suspicious caller states there is a problem with their Social Security number or account, they should hang up and never give the caller money or personal information. People should then go online to oig.ssa.gov to report the scam call to Social Security,” said Social Security Commissioner Andrew Saul.

The scammers mislead victims into making cash or gift card payments for help with a made-up story about identity theft, or to avoid arrest for bogus Social Security number problems.

The PSAs feature a message from Commissioner Saul. They can be viewed at youtube.com/socialsecurity There’s a new version of the scam.

Fraudsters are emailing fake documents to unsuspecting people to get them to comply with their demands. These fake documents look like they’re from Social Security, or some other official office, but they are not. They may even use official letterhead and government jargon to try to convince you. However, they are fake.

Social Security will not: • Tell you that your Social Security number has been suspended.

• Contact you to demand an immediate payment.

• Ask you for credit or debit card numbers over the phone.

• Require a specific means of debt repayment, like a prepaid debit card, a retail gift card, or cash.

• Demand that you pay a Social Security debt without the ability to appeal the amount you owe.

• Promise a Social Security benefit approval, or increase, in exchange for information or money.

• Threaten someone.

If any of the above happens, you should hang up or delete the email.

If Social Security ever does have a problem, they will usually mail you a letter. If payments are needed for whatever reason, there will be a letter with instructions and payment options. Social Security employees do occasionally contact people - generally those who have ongoing business with the agency - by telephone for business purposes.

If there is a problem with a person’s Social Security number or record, in most cases Social Security will mail a letter. If a person needs to submit payments to Social Security, the agency will send a letter with instructions and payment options. People should never provide information or payment over the phone or Internet unless they are certain of who is receiving it.

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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., February 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.

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New Law Teaches People How To Dispose Of Meds

By Chris Lundy TRENTON – A bill that requires pharmacists to educate patients on how to dispose of unwanted medications was signed into law.

The law is designed to keep prescription drugs out of the hands of addicts, said sponsor Sen. Robert Singer (R-30th).

The law will require pharmacists to

educate patients on how to safely discard unused, unwanted, or expired drugs and needles.

It is named “Charlie’s Law” in memory of Charlie Van Tassel, who succumbed to his addiction at the age of 33, according to Smith.

“All too often addiction begins at home, stemming from abused prescriptions or

unused medication falling into the wrong hands,” Singer said. “To someone like Charlie, who fought to stay sober, a bottle left unattended can be life-threatening.

We can avoid addiction through proper disposal of unused drugs. Ensuring pharmacists educate patients on how to best dispose of unused medication will save countless lives.”

According to the specifics of the law (which can be found by looking up A-5667 or S-3933), the pharmacist who issues the prescription must provide written instruction to patients on how to properly dispose of drugs, along with a warning of potential risks if the medication is not discarded safely. Additionally, the pharmacist is tasked to provide an easy way for the customer to dispose of the medications. This could be through a pharmacy drop-box or kiosk, or a drug deactivation product, which neutralizes 98 percent of medication and reduces the chance of drugs infiltrating a landfill or water supply.

Several local municipalities have places where you can drop off old, unused prescriptions and they will be destroyed.

The annual drug overdose death toll remains above 3,000 in New Jersey, Smith said.

ESL Group Meets Wednesdays

TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Family Success Center hosts an English as a second language group (ESL) each Wednesday from 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. at the Center at 1433 Hooper Ave. Suite 121.

Come to the center and learn English and have fun with some new friends. (Ven a nuestro centro para aprender ingles y divertirse con nuevos amgos).

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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 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 (22.5-cm) 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 re-

frigerate 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.

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