2020-02-15 - The Brick Times

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Vol. 19 - No. 40

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─Photos by Judy Smestad-Nunn (Above) Eric Czaplinski is sitting with Manny Oliveira, his one-on-one coach, with the Brick Stars Challenger Program. (Right) Eric Czaplinski, #33, skates beside a teammate.

By Judy Smestad-Nunn OCEAN COUNTY − High school senior Eric Czaplinski scored his first ever ice hockey goal for his team, the Lacey Lions, and the crowd at Winding River Skating Center in Toms River went wild.

The Lions were playing their cross-town rivals, the Central Regional

Eagles on February 3, and both teams stopped the game and gathered around Eric in an emotional tribute to the first physically disabled high school student to play in a regular game.

The 18-year-old is one of the team managers for the Lacey Lions, which keeps him close to the game that he

loves. Through hard work and perseverance, he learned how to skate through the Brick Stars Challenger Hockey, a program in Brick Township for children and young adults with developmental disabilities.

The program’s founder and director, Alex DePalma, was on hand at the skating center to see Eric as a starter, and at the end of the first quarter he played again and scored the goal when a (History - See Page 4)

Community Unites After Fatal Fire

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – Sara Trahey touched a lot of lives at the elementary school where she worke d , a nd m a ny more were touched by the tragic story of her passing.

A fire started in her 15th Street home on the night of Feb. 7. Fueled by strong winds,

the fire spread to four neighbors’ homes as well.

According to a witness, the entire sky was filled with smoke. One neighbor repor tedly banged on the front door to wake the family up when he saw the flames.

“Our neighborhood is in shock,” one neighbor

said on social media.

“I am terribly sorry for their loss, and I pray God comforts this family during this terrible tragedy.”

Police reported that the family was home at the time of the fire. The father and three young children managed to escape, but Sara did not.

W hile the Ocean

County Prosecutor’s Office had not officially identified the victim at press time, several family friends and relatives reached out to Jersey Shore Online and other local media outlets confirming the identity being that of Sara Trahey. Sara was the media specialist at Ella G. Clarke Elementary

School in Lakewood.

According to a family friend who spoke with Jersey Shore Online and asked to remain anonymous, Trahey was a wonderful, gentle soul and they are devastated by this tragic loss.

The story of the family’s loss spread through social media, which (Fire - See Page 7)

February 15, 2020

Marina May Become Townhouses

By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK − Should the owners of a 64-yearold marina be granted a variance to build townhouses on their property that is currently zoned for single family homes?

That is the question before the township’s Board of Adjustment, who must decide if they should grant the developer a “D” variance, which would be necessary in order to build a proposed four-unit townhouse at the location of Starck’s Marina at 728 Princeton Ave., at the southeast foot of the Beaver Dam Bridge.

More than a dozen residents from the area have hired attorney Michele R. Donato to object to the application, which was presented during the January 29 Board of Adjustment meeting.

There were also about two dozen additional residents at the meeting, who had concerns about the application.

The applicant’s attorney, John Jackson, said there had been a slight modification to the original plan which showed a “fourplex,” or one building containing four units.

Due to a technicality with the State DEP (Marina - See Page 9)

Plan Forming For Life Support Coverage

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – With MONOC ending Advanced Life Support Services to the area, leaders in law enforcement and emergency services met to make sure that every town is covered.

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 a letter from Jeff Behm, president and CEO of the Monmouth Ocean Hospital Service Corp.

Advanced life support is different than basic life support. Towns either use volunteer or police-run squads (or some combination of (Plan - See Page 18)

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teammate passed him the puck, giving Eric the open shot when he scored.

Now in its tenth season, DePalma started the Brick Stars Challenger Hockey program after learning about a special needs’ hockey program up north. He thought it would be a good fit for Brick if they could find the ice time.

“We didn’t know anything, but we said we’d figure it out,” DePalma said. “We started with eight kids and now we’re up to 65.”

The program is for children ages five and up, from all over Ocean County, DePalma said. Eric was the program’s first player with a physical disability, he added.

“Eric watched his younger brother, Justin, skate in the Brick Hockey Club, and he said he wanted to get out on the ice,” DePalma said.

He started skating with a PVC walker, but after three years Eric can now skate without it.

“Any child who wants to come out and skate with us, whether they are developmentally or physically disabled, we’ll find a way to get them to skate,” DePalma said.

Eric had to work hard and persevere, DePalma said. “These kids just have so much

heart, Eric just kept trying. He’s an inspiration - they all are.”

Brick Stars Challenger Hockey has one team that functions at a higher level and plays other teams, and another team that doesn’t compete and individuals skate with a hockey partner, DePalma explained.

Eric worked one-on-one with Manny Olivera, who also came to see Eric play at Winding River. Olivera, who is an elementary school teacher in Newark, said Eric was motivated to skate without the PVC walker by a bet.

“Eric is a Devils fan and I’m a Rangers fan,” Olivera said. “I told him, if you can skate around the ice without the walker, I’ll wear a Devils jersey.”

Eric won the bet and Olivera wore the jersey.

The game at Winding River was one of the final games of the season, and Eric knew he would be starting the game and would be playing again during the third period, explained Lacey Lions ice hockey coach Chris DiMicco.

“Eric has been part of this program since his freshman year, and this will be the first season he actually suits up with us,” DiMicco said.

Evan Nachman, a sophomore who plays for the Lacey Lions, said Eric loves everyone.

“He’s always positive, and he keeps our team up,” Evan said. “He has a joyful spirit and he always keeps us motivated to play better and play hard. He never has a bad attitude towards anything.”

Eric’s parents, Mark and Kristine, who also have a daughter, Lauren, 15, said their son was born three months premature and only weighed 2.5 pounds at birth, resulting in the cerebral palsy.

Eric has had some tendon-lengthening surgeries on his legs, and has been in and out of casts and braces, Mark said.

“He is the most positive kid. He’s always happy and he cheers people up,” Kristine said.

“He tries the hardest at everything he does.”

Mark said he didn’t think his son would ever be able to skate, but Eric wanted to try it. “We said if he couldn’t skate, we would take him to sled hockey.”

“Manny took Eric under his wing and started with the PVC walker, and he still goes back to that when his legs get tired,” Kristine said.

The two high school teams are rivals, she added, but ice hockey families know each other.

“Everybody has been so great to him,” she said. “They’re awesome with Eric.”

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Continued From Page 1 also directed readers to fundraising.

The GoFundMe page reads “It is with great sadness to announce the sudden and tragic passing of Sara Trahey. Sara was the loving wife of Jeff, and the mother of three beautiful children ages, 2, 7 and 9. Sara was loved and respected in the community, and her death has left a hole in our hearts and lives.”

As of press time, a GoFundMe started for her family has raised more than $113,000.

“All proceeds will go towards funeral expenses, immediate needs of the family (clothing, toiletries, etc.), and anything left over will be put into a college fund for the children,” wrote fundraiser organizer Amy Corbet-Elsbree. “Words cannot ex-

The Brick Times, February 15, 2020, Page 7 press how grateful the family is for your generous contributions. The outpouring of love and support is overwhelming. Sara touched many lives in everything she was involved in.”

The fundraiser can be found at gofundme. com/f/the-trahey-memorial-fund The fire was investigated by multiple agencies, and Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer reported that the cause of the fire was accidental.

When emergency crews arrived, the house was fully engulfed, police said. About 60 fi refighters from multiple companies worked to get it under control. Police and fi refighters attempted to rescue her, but were unsuccessful. A Toms River police officer was transported to Community Medical Center and treated for smoke inhalation.

He was released the next morning.

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Dear Joel, My husband and I are friends with a wine-loving couple who enjoy dining at BYOB restaurants. We get together approximately once a month, alternating who selects the restaurant. In the beginning, we’d each bring a bottle of wine, but after a few times of running out before dinner was over, we started bringing a second bottle just in case.

Our friends continue to bring one bottle and on multiple occasions, have brought a half-full bottle knowing that we had more than enough for the table.

We are not cheap and have no problem sharing, but it’s getting ridiculous since we almost always open the third bottle. If we don’t bring the extra bottle and they finish theirs, they will ask to share ours and how can we say no?

Do you have any suggestions on how to approach this tactfully?

Answer: Obviously, your friends appreciate you r generosit y, and they are ei-

ther taking advantage of it or are completely oblivious. T he next time you have plans to dine at a BYOB, I would suggest whoever selects the restaurant is ‘in charge’ of bringing the second bottle of wine. Or, just the opposite, the couple who doesn’t select the restaurant brings the extra bottle.

Of course, there would have to an initial conversation, but it should be simple and easy to say, “I have an idea...”.

Once you’ve established a pattern there shouldn’t be any further issue. Perhaps switching it up once and a while to a restaurant with a liquor license wouldn’t be a bad idea either.

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Six Flags Great Adventure To Earn Certified Autism Center Status

By Bob Vosseller JACKSON — Six Flags Great Adventure recently announced that it would earn the Certified Autism Center (CAC) designation from the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES).

The Jackson based amusement park noted on Feb. 6, an initiative, across all 26 Six Flags Entertainment Corporation locations, will mark the first-ever family of parks to earn such a designation.

Six Flags is the world’s largest regional theme park company and the largest operator of waterparks in North America.

Six Flags Vice President of Safety Jason Freeman said, “we are proud to partner with IBCCES to ensure that guests on the autism spectrum have the best possible experience when visiting our parks.”

“The certification process will equip our team members with the tools and training needed to better serve guests with special needs. We want them to know Six Flags stands ready to welcome them with open arms,” Freeman added.

Many individuals and families with children on the autism spectrum or with sensory sensitivities find it challenging when visiting new places or planning family trips. The potential for sensory overload combined with a lack of understanding and awareness at parks and other recreational venues can often be overwhelming.

The CAC designation from IBCCES, the only credentialing board providing these services for the amusement and attractions industry, requires that at least 80% of guest-facing staff at each park complete a training and certification program through IBCCES as well as complete onsite audits and make a commitment to ongoing training. The staff training focuses on understanding the autism spectrum and strategies for communication, guest experience, and safety, while the onsite audit will give each park techniques and guidance on additional updates.

As a Certified Autism Center, Six Flags parks will provide: • Trained, courteous, front-line team members with the ability to identify visual cues to better accommodate guests with cognitive disorders and help them enjoy their time in the parks; • A sensory guide for each ride and attraction so guests can make informed decisions about the ride experience and their level of comfort; • Special in-park sensory spaces, where guests with sensory needs can relax in a less stimulating environment; • Expanded culinary options to meet guests’ dietary needs (such as gluten-free items); and • An updated Accessibility Guide available at sixflags.com, Guest Relations and Ride Information Centers at each park.

“IBCCES is extremely excited to work with a family of parks with this level of commitment,” Myron Pincomb, IBCCES Board Chairman said. “So many families just need more communication and understanding from parks and other attractions, so they can make those memories together that we all cherish.

“In some cases, small changes can make a huge impact, and our certification program ensures each park is committed to long-term growth and understanding, not just a one-time training,” Pincomb added.

Dr. Stephen Shore said, “as a person on the spectrum, it is exciting to see more parks taking the extra steps to accommodate all guests. The commitment Six Flags is making to a true certification process is impressive and means so much to millions of individuals and families. Creating family memories and recreation are essential for both individuals with ASD and their families as a whole.”

IBCCES has been an industry leader in cognitive disorder training and certification for healthcare, education and corporate professionals around the globe.

It provides a series of certifications that empower professionals to be leaders in their field and improve the outcomes for the individuals they serve. These programs are the only training and certification programs endorsed by the largest grassroots autism organization in the world, The Autism Society of America, and recognized around the world as the leading benchmark for training and certification in the areas of autism and other cognitive disorders.

The agency recognized that many families with children who have special needs have limited travel options. In response to this need, IBCCES created training and certification programs specifically for the attractions and travel industry. While many destinations tout “autism-friendly” options, this phrase means something different to everyone and does not necessarily indicate a true understanding or commitment to serving these guests.

Six Flags will also be the first network of theme parks to implement an IBCCES’ Accessibility card which is designed to help individuals with cognitive disorders or physical impairments identify and receive helpful accommodations at certified attractions worldwide.

The cards are free and may be used during all visits to Six Flags theme parks. Guests will register for the card at accessibilitycard.org.

After obtaining the card, they can visit Six Flags Great Adventure’s Ride Information Center for attraction access information that best serves their individual needs. For more information, visit sixflags.com/greatadventure/plan-your-visit/guests-with-disabilities.

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Continued From Page 1 (Department of Environmental Protection), the applicant would be required to construct two buildings instead of one, separated by just two inches, the attorney said.

“It does not affect the site plan or look,” Jackson said.

Attorney Donato said that since the application was now for two buildings on the lot instead of one, an additional variance would be required. She said the application should start over and new notices should be sent out to neighboring residents.

Township Planner Tara Paxton agreed with Donato, and said township zoning prohibits two principal buildings on one lot.

Jackson said he wanted to proceed with the original application for one building in order to move the case forward.

The applicant’s engineer Jeffrey Carr described the property on which there is currently a two-story single-family house, an inground pool, a deck, a boathouse that houses the marina rental facility, a concrete ramp/boat launch, and a T-dock.

He said the proposed fourplex townhouse complies with front, rear and side setbacks and lot coverage. The property is separated from the Beaver Dam Bridge by a 25-foot-wide strip of land that is owned by the county.

Board of Adjustment Attorney Ronald Cucchiara said it didn’t matter that the townhouse complies with setbacks because the use for a multi-family structure is not permitted in the single-family zone.

The Brick Times, February 15, 2020, Page 9 “Our ordinance does not set uses for structures that are not permitted in the zone,” Cucchiara said.

“If we were to build a large [single-family] house, is it conforming?” Jackson asked.

Carr said if it were a single-family home it could be even larger on the lot. He said the footprint for the fourplex is 3,046 square feet.

There will be at least two more hearings for the application. During the next hearing, the engineer would continue his testimony.

After all the professionals have completed their testimony and have been cross-examined by the opposing attorney, the public would have the opportunity to ask questions and make comments.

The next hearing will be at 7 p.m. Monday, April 15, at the municipal building.

─Photo by Judy Smestad-Nunn The Starck’s Marina at 728 Princeton Ave., as it appears today.

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Ocean County Mall To Host A ‘ZOMBIES 2’ Event TOMS RIVER – Ocean County Mall invites the community to a “ZOMBIES 2” event, aimed at entertaining and delighting children of all ages. The event will take place on February 22 from 12 to 2 p.m.

Ocean County Mall will have a children’s fashion show featuring spring fashions from Macy’s and JC Penney. The event will have children’s entertainment including a magic show, excellent prizes, crafts and demonstrations from local businesses and will be emceed by B98.5FM. During the event, families will be able to participate in a variety of activities including a craft project to create their own “ZOMBIES 2” sling bag, an exclusive photo opportunity, and various giveaways. The fun starts in Center Court. This event does not include live character

appearances.

Disney’s “ZOMBIES 2,” the highly anticipated sequel to the Disney Channel Original Movie “ZOMBIES,” is a music and dance filled story that picks up as cheerleader Addison and zombie football player Zed are readying for Seabrook High’s Prawn, the school’s super-sized prom. However, the arrival of a new group of outsiders, mysterious werewolves, threatens to shake up Seabrook’s newfound peace and causes a rift in Zed and Addison’s budding romance. “ZOMBIES 2” premieres February 14 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on Disney Channel.

For more information visit simon.com/mall/ ocean-county-mall for the latest mall events and retailer updates.

Brick Morning Rotary To Host Comedy Night BRICK – The Brick Morning Rotary is all set to host its Comedy Night at the Brick VFW at 373 Adamston Road on February 17 from 6 to 9 p.m.

Acclaimed Stand-Up Comedians Eric Tartaglione and Tom Daddario will be ready to entertain. The 12th edition of this event will play to a packed house. During the past many years, the Rotary has donated more than $200,000 to local charities and scholarships.

All in attendance are encouraged to bring their own food, while finger foods and desserts will also be provided by local food

and chocolate retailers. Area restaurants and baked goods vendors are invited to share and promote their goods.

Tickets are $25 in advance or $30 at the door. Full reserved tables of 10 are encouraged, the paid in advance price is $250.

There will be a gift basket raffle and a 50/50 drawing.

For event sponsorship contact John Hazelet at 732-685-7746.

For vendor info or tickets contact Charlie Bacon 908-910-3564, Mike Martone, 609774-3288 or Rich Lau at 732-267-0960.

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Vocational Student Receives Ray Mount Award

─Photo courtesy Brick Township Historical Society Karen Homiek, Superintendent of OCVTS, student Bailey Baglino and Kenneth Steider, trustee of the Brick Township Historical Society.

BRICK – On January 16 Kenneth Steider, trustee of the Brick Township Historical Society, presented the Raymond Mount Memorial Award to Bailey Baglino at the Ocean County Vocational Technical School.

Baglino lives in Brick and is a student of the Advanced Automotive Technician Program. He was given a certificate and a

monetary award.

The Brick Township Historical Society presents this award to a Brick student from the vocational school each year in memory of Raymond Mount who was the head bus mechanic for the Brick Township School System and a supporter of the historical society.

Special Providence House Fundraiser

POINT PLEASANT – Save the date for the first Annual BWNICE dinner, fashion show and Women of the Year Event set for March 5 at Jack Baker’s Lobster Shanty Point Pleasant Beach.

All proceeds to benefit Providence House. Sponsorships available, vendor tables, silent auction donations and event programs ads starting at $50.

For more information or to purchase tickets or sponsorships visit BWNICE.org, click on Ocean County Chapter or call Maria Penna at

848-210-5055 or Mary Valis @732-814-2365.

BWNICE provides women at all stages of business and personal life with support, education and resources. They believe there is value in the balance of business networking and charitable outreach.

They bring women together to gain meaningful business connections, learn new ways to succeed and foster an empowering environment. Each chapter raises funds and awareness by supporting a local organization in the fight of domestic violence.

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By Alyssa Riccardi OCEAN COUNTY – The Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst military base has been selected as a designated emergency camp to quarantine any individual who could possibly have the coronavirus. In the case where all local health care facilities become full, the base was chosen as a backup complex.

According to the Pentagon, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services asked U.S. Secretary of Defense Mark T. Esper to select bases near 11 major airports that could house additional passengers.

With the Joint Base being about 60 miles away from Newark Liberty International Airport and less than 50 miles from Philadelphia International Airport, it was a strong pick.

This extra housing can hold up to 20 people that need to undergo any observation. The base will also assist the Health and Human Services personnel with additional office space and room for equipment.

Any passengers from Newark airport that are suspected of exposure will be housed at the Joint Base for up to 14 days and will be reviewed for any symptoms by authorized medical personnel from the federal government.

“This is a preventative measure. Every passenger receives multiple, thorough

screenings before leaving from overseas and again upon arrival to the United States.

HHS will be responsible for all care, transportation, and security of the passengers during the quarantine period. Anyone showing symptoms of the infection will be transported to an off-base medical facility for a full medical evaluation, treatment, and isolation,” the Joint Base said in a statement.

This base will become helpful especially with recent virus scares in the area.

A Royal Caribbean’s Anthem of the Seas cruise ship had recently docked into Bayonne, holding at least 12 Chinese nationals, according to multiple reports. 12 people were screened, and four passengers were brought to the hospital for further evaluation.

Mayor Jimmy Davis tweeted that it was a “Below Low Risk” situation according to The Center for Disease Control.

The rest of the passengers on the cruise ship were releases without any further evaluation.

So far there has been over 31,000 confirmed cases of coronavirus all around the world, with over 600 deaths mainly occurring in China. There have been 12 confirmed cases of the coronavirus within the United States, although there have been no cases so far reported in New Jersey, New York or Pennsylvania.

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ARounD tHe JeRsey sHoRe Controversial Ocean County Facebook Page Deleted

By Bob Vosseller OCEAN COU NTY - Will Rise Up Ocean County rise up once more? Many do not think so as the controversial Facebook page has shut down again.

The page has been critcized in the last year for being a haven of anti-Semitism and forum for hate speech. As of Feb. 5, it has been deleted from the social media website for “using hate speech.”

Rise Up Ocean County, became active in 2018 and according to its administrators focused on bringing awareness to traff ic, overcrowding and general growth issues. The page’s administrators took it down for 24 hours last month leading some to think it was gone for good but it rose back to the irritation of residents, clergy and public officials.

The administrators of Rise Up Ocean County administrators posted Facebook’s notification on their separate website: “Your page has been unpublished for using hate speech, which goes against the Facebook Community Standards.” They plan to appeal the social media group’s ruling stating its removal was “arbitrary and capricious.”

In a January interview with Jersey Shore Online.com an administ rator of the group who would not give his name, acknowledged that the group had come under great scrutiny by Facebook blaming Governor Phil Murphy and Attorney General Gurbir Singh Grewal for putting pressure on the social media platform.

The administrator had said that the platform was being more selective in what it was allowing to be posted, was cooperating with authorities and was being more cautious. In its appeal, the administrators said “our posts and our comments to insure that at all times we complied with Facebook community standards.”

The appeal adds that “the platform is too valuable to our efforts to risk losing it.”

Mur phy and Grewal issued a joint statement said “we just lear ned that Facebook has decided to take down the public page on the company’s social network called ‘Rise Up Ocean County.’

Facebook’s action comes 10 months after the Director of our Division on Civil Rights, Rachel Wainer Apter, first sent a letter to Facebook expressing concerns about racist and anti-Semitic statements on the page.”

“There is a rising tide of hate around our country and around our state. We at the Division on Civil R ights are working with community organizations to combat it by creating connections, fostering mut ual understanding and respect, and confronting stereotypes.

You at Facebook also have a role to play in monitoring comments that incite violence based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, and disability,” Apter wrote in a letter to Facebook last April.

“Since then, we’ve consistently and repeatedly made clear our view that the page appeared to violate Facebook’s terms of service, and we appreciate that Facebook has now decided that this kind of hateful rhetoric has no place on its platform,” the joint statement added.

The statement included, “there remains much that should be done to stop the spread of hate on the Internet. The Murphy Administration will continue to call out hate whenever and wherever we see it, we will persist in demanding meaningful reforms to address the proliferation of hate online, and we will continue working to make New Jersey a safe and inclusive place for all of our residents.”

Almost a year ago, the subject of the Facebook page was noted at a press conference held in the lobby of the Jackson Municipal Complex a half hour prior to the township’s regular council meeting which the topic dominated. Du r ing the press conference various officials including (R-30th District) Sen. Robert Singer condemned the documentary and Rise Up Ocean County.

Mayor Michael Reina and the members of council said anti-Semitism had no place in Jackson or the rest of the world. The audience at that meeting was made up of many Orthodox Jews from Jackson, Lakewood and Toms River who joined township residents in calling for the governing body to adopt a resolution identical to one passed in Lakewood earlier this month proposed by the Simon Wiesenthal Center, a Jewish human rights organization.

The Freeholders passed that resolution days later. It denounced Rise Up Ocean County, calling it anti-Semitic based on the text and content of their posts and four trailers promoting the release of a documentary called “Ocean County 2030.” That documentary has not been released according to the administrators of Rise Up Ocean County.

The subject of that documentary were issues of current and future development in Ocean County primarily focusing on Lakewood, Toms River and Jackson, each of whom have had an increase in their communities’ Orthodox Jewish population.

Rise Up posted a response to the Freeholders, calling them traitors for passing the resolution shortly afterwards.

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ARounD tHe JeRsey sHoRe 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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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.

The Flu Vs. Coronavirus

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

There’s a virus that has become a growing threat to people of all ages. The Secretary of Health and Human Services declared a public health emergency in the United States. The facts are as follows: 1. Recently, all passengers coming in to the U.S. who have been in Hubei province in China in the prior 2 weeks will be potentially quarantined for 14 days. This region of China is where Wuhan is located, and that is the epicenter of the outbreak.

2. There is an entire region in China that is in complete lockdown, and they’ve quarantined more than 50 million people to contain the outbreak.

3. The WHO has deemed the virus a “global health emergency,” further advising Americans not to travel to China.

So far, only a handful of Americans have caught it, and one man has already been successfully treated. His case study and treatment protocol was just published in The New England Journal of Medicine.

4. There is human to human transmission.

The coronavirus, known in shorthand as 2019-nCoV is a very odd bug! Researchers are desperately trying to understand its genomic sequence so that treatment can be hastened.

It is weirdly possible that a person became infected by consuming a bat, or a snake that had eaten a bat. This is theorized because the coronavirus shares 96.2% of its DNA sequence with a bat.

And in some open food markets, wild animals are actually sold as food.

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analgesics, fever reducers, cough syrup and decongestants or antihistamines.

Symptoms of 2019-nCoV are similar to the flu, or to the common cold so you might expect a fever, shortness of breath, weakness, coughing and asthma-like symptoms. Pneumonia is the most dangerous complication. More and more people will be walking around the U.S. with disposable face masks and whether or not that’s for the 2019-nCoV or for the flu doesn’t matter. They’re either just protecting themselves, or being polite to others.

At this time, I think the risk of contracting coronavirus in the United States or Canada is quite small. If you travel via plane, or cruise ships then of course your risk goes up for this as well as the flu. As for the flu vaccine, it may be appropriate for protection against certain strains of influenza, however it was not ‘built’ to protect against 2019-nCoV. Some of the following holistic remedies may be helpful during cough/cold season, however these are not useful to treat coronavirus. You must seek medical attention if you have a serious respiratory illness: • Matcha Tea • Elderberry • Astragalus • Ginger • Garlic • Mullein root • Eucalyptus essential oil I have a much more thorough version of this article which I can email to you if you’re interested. I’ll add you to my online data base when you sign up for my free newsletter at suzycohen.com.

(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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Continued From Page 1 the two) for basic life support. The towns then contract with a paid provider like MONOC for advanced life support. By way of example, both crews might arrive at a car crash. Basic life support might be for someone who got banged up and needs

to be evaluated. Advanced life support might be for someone who was thrown from the vehicle.

Ocean County Sheriff Michael G. Mastronardy and the Ocean County Office of Emergency Management facilitated a recent meeting which included representatives from the new service providers.

“With the announcement that MONOC

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would no longer be providing Advanced Life Support Services to Ocean County residents, it’s important that information is provided to our municipalities and ultimately our residents on how this will all work in the very near future,” said Ocean County Sheriff Michael G. Mastronardy. “I do believe that many of the concerns raised particularly in the senior communities were addressed during the meeting and will be drastically reduced as a result of ongoing dialogue with the new providers.”

The most important topics covered during the meeting included staffi ng, coverage, and compassionate billing, he said.

“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 continuing dialogue with the new providers in order to assure our residents they will be taken care of during medical emergencies.”

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.

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

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 also 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 fi rst aiders likewise 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.

Ocean County Freeholder John P. Kelly, Director of Law and Public Safety, noted that Ocean County’s emergency 911 system usually is the first call received during a medical emergency.

“It’s important that any new protocols are closely reviewed and everyone works together for the benefit of our residents and visitors,” Kelly said. “I appreciate the efforts of the Sheriff and OEM to bring everyone together with the representatives of Hackensack Meridian Health and RWJBarnabas Health.”

Kelly added, “addressing the concerns of our residents is an important step in making certain they feel confident in the service they are being provided.”

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ARounD tHe JeRsey sHoRe County Program To Provide 300,000 Meals In 2020

By Bob Vosseller TOMS RIVER –An Ocean County program that includes meals at senior nutrition sites and meals delivered to homebound seniors will be served up in the new year.

The Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders announced during a December 18 Board meeting that its program will remain in place for the New Year following the approval of new contracts.

Freeholder Joseph H. Vicari said, “this program which includes meals at our senior nutrition sites and home delivered meals to our homebound seniors serves as a lifeline to thousands of seniors living in Ocean County.”

Vicari, serves as chairman of the Office of Senior Services. He added, “this service is key to our seniors maintaining independence and helps provide assurances to family members that their loved ones are being cared for.”

The approved contracts provide for almost 240,000 meals while a separate contract expected to go before the Board next month will provide about 60,000 meals to seniors.

“Close to 1,100 meals are currently prepared daily and distributed to homebound seniors as well as the eight congregate meal sites located throughout our County,” Vicari added.

Vicei said, “we operate one of the largest senior nutrition programs in the state and with the support of the Board of Freeholders the award of these contracts assures the continuance of this program into 2020.” He added that there is no wait list in Ocean County for this program.

“No senior in Ocean County goes hungry,” Vicari said. The Board of Freeholders awarded contracts to Community Services Inc., the major meal provider in Ocean County. The cost of the 2020 congregate meal contract is $782,173, and for home delivered/ weekend/ holiday meals it is $1,793,626. Over 237,725 total meals are

projected for delivery next year.

As of the end of November, there was a total of 230,741 meals prepared thus far for 2019. Home delivered meals accounted for 203,509 meals delivered to the homebound and 27,232 to congregate sites.

Meals are currently prepared at the Community Services Inc. kitchen at the Ocean County Southern Service Center, Route 9, in Manahawkin.

Ocean County Freeholder Director Virginia E. Haines said,“for years, the senior nutrition program serves as a lifeline for many of our elderly residents living alone.

It helps them maintain their independence and the volunteers and drivers help provide a daily wellness check for many seniors that can no longer get around on their own.

Nutrition support is a key ingredient to good health for older adults.”

Vicari noted that socialization, recreation, educational programs and health screenings are offered at the senior nutrition sites throughout the County. The programs provide great benefits for our seniors, “especially those who are frail and in need. It is less expensive to provide food for one-year for a senior then it is to cover the cost of a day in an emergency room.”

In addition to the nutrition contracts, Community Services Inc. was awarded contracts to provide over 27,560 units for support services such as community outreach, benefits counseling, transportation, and general information and assistance at a cost of $448,749.

Chronic Disease Self-Management workshops for 200 individuals will also be held aimed at those with diabetes at a cost of $46,248 in 2020.

Vicari added, “Ocean County is home to more than 170,000 adults 60 and over.

More than 10,000 baby boomers daily are turning 65. It is important to meet the needs of the frail and the homebound.

This continues to be a priority for the freeholders.”

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The most important thing to understand about real estate tax appeals is what you can and cannot appeal. Under New Jersey law, you can only appeal that the assessment for your property is in excess of the property’s fair market value.

The assessment is the municipality’s determination as to the value of your property. This determination is sent to each taxpayer around February 1 of each year in the form of a post card identifying the property and the current assessment.

It is equally important to know what you cannot appeal. You cannot appeal the following: (1) the amount of taxes which you have to pay; (2) whether you can afford to pay the taxes; (3) that another person is paying less taxes than you; and (4) that the assessment of another property is less than yours. Thus, the local County Tax Board can only hear appeals that the property’s assessment is greater than its fair market value.

The municipal tax assessment is entitled to a presumption that it is correct.

It is up to the taxpayer to prove that the assessment is excessive. To do this, the taxpayer must present evidence to the Tax Board as to the correct fair market value of the property. This evidence should be

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Since most people do not know how to obtain comparable sales, it is best to hire a State licensed or certified real estate appraiser to prepare an appraisal showing the comparable sales. The appraisal must be filed with the Tax Board no later than one week prior to the tax appeal hearing date. The appraiser should also be at the hearing to present the appraisal.

In most cases all tax appeals must be filed no later than April 1 of each year.

However, the appeal deadline may be earlier or later. It is best to check with the town as to the filing deadline. The filing deadline is strictly enforced and the failure to file by the deadline will result in the appeal being dismissed.

Taxpayers seeking to file appeals should begin the process as soon as they receive the assessment card from the tax assessor.

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ARounD tHe JeRsey sHoRe Island Beach State Park Seeking Vendors For Spring Event ISLAND BEACFH STATE PARK - The Friends of Island Beach State Park are planning ahead for a May 2 event that will feature craft vendors, food, music, family fun and a Pet Expo.

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 Shelters, Inc. Pet Supplies and Services: • 4 Loving Paws • 4 Paws Passion • Best Friends Pet Hotel • Bojangles Bolicious Biscuits • Bundle of Paws Photography, LLC • Dee’s Doggie Deelights • HankMaddie Bowtique • Krazy 4 the dogs • Nurses Natural Solution • Paws By The Beach LLC • PawZabilities PA • PriorityVet, LLC • Salty Dog Grooming • The Drooling Dog Bakery • The Spotted Pup • Toby’sTail Waggin Treats, LLC • Whoof Warmers Additional Vendors: • Art By Dawn McDonnell • Celtic Chairde Creations • Charmed Bracelets by Joyce • Eclectic Homestead • Edye’s Naturals • Follow Me 2 The Sea Photography • J E Knecht Photography • Jalma Farms • KT Kraft and Designs • Life arts designs • Lil Lulu Quilts and Clothier • Nature’s Artistry • Out of Pop’s Shed • Pop’s Shop • Sea Glass Jewelry by Kristen • Seaglass Treasures • Socks & Stuff • String Happy Art • Surf Dawgs, LLC • Susan Ruth Creations • TriOrganics • Upcycled Earth For a vendor application or to reach out for additional information contact the Friends of IBSP by calling 707-636-4277 or e-mail info@ friendsofislandbeach.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 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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CLASSIFIEDS For Rent For Rent - Adult Community. Whiting Crestwood Vill. 5 (55+) Larger 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath and Powder Room. Porch, W/D, Garage. Not Pets. $975.00 plus utilities, Available 3/1/20. 732-604-0323.

(12) 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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Wanted - To Rent. widow needs room or small apartment starting March 1st.

Leave Message 732-678-3880. (10)

Items For Sale For Sale - Oak dining room set, seats 6.

215-290-7092. Whiting, NJ 08759. (9) Fished For 65 Years - All equipment must go. Two Chinook Salmon Mounts, 30lb, 20lb - for $100. Call Don 732-349-4373 (9) Power Loveseat - With console and power rocker recliner. 1 year old. $1500.00 Call 201-390-2573 (12)

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

(17) $$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ 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. (12) 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.

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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)

Don Carnevale Painting Specializing interiors. Some exterior.

Quality always. Very neat. Prompt courteous service. Reasonable-affordable. Senior discounts. Honest-reliable. Low rates. Free estimates.

732-899-4470 or 732-915-4075. (7)

Buying World War I and II Helmets, hats, swords, daggers, medals, flags, Marine uniforms, women's uniforms, etc. All Countries.

Call 609-581-8290.

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Personals Italian - American Gentleman seeks woman 65-75 yrs with same interest.

I am loving, caring, and easy going.

Loves music and dancing. Give me a call 732-207-5338.

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Help Wanted Laundromat Attendant - For FT/PT Good communication skills, math and min computer knowledge. Transportation needed. Long term commitment only. 732-286-1863.

(13) 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 Home Health Care Company Now Hiring RN’s, LPN’s and CHHA in Ocean & Monmouth Counties! Flexible scheduling. Work in your community.

Weekly pay. Career advancement. Comprehensive benefits.

Call 732-505-8000 today. (t/n) Crown Bank FT Teller Brick Cash handling preferred. Email resume martin.gorka@crownbank. net. Call 732-262-3900. $11 per hour.

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) Marina - Join our expanding team at our new marina in Toms River.

We are seeking experienced marine mechanics, assembly techs & yard help. Great pay & benefits to qualified candidates. If you're under appreciated or under compensated contact Jared today at Jared@trkawyam.com or call 732-929-8168.

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Car Service - 24/7. Doctors, shopping, airports, hospitals, cruise, shops, Atlantic City, family functions, NYC accomodations for large groups. Call for reasonable rates. Kerry 732-606-2725.

(10) Music Lessons In Your Home By state certified teacher. Available on Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone, Trumpet, Trombone or Drums.

School students and adults welcome!

Call 732-350-4427.

(10) Tax Return Preparation - Experienced tax return preparer will prepare your returns and deliver them to you.

Call John at 609-276-5290.

(8) Nor’easter Painting and Staining, LLC - Interior and exterior. Decks, powerwashing. Affordable. Senior discounts. References. No job too small. Fully insured. 732-6910123. Lic #13VH09460600. (10) Bobs Waterproofing - Basement and crawlspace waterproofing. Mold testing, removal and prevention.

Family owned. Fully licensed and insured. Call Bob 732-616-5007. (t/n) Roofing Repairs Etc. - Roofing, siding, windows. Repairs on small jobs.

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

Call Joe Wingate 551-804-7391. (10) PQ Painting & Home Improvement Services - Over 5 decades of service in NJ. Visit us online at pqpaintingservice.com. Winner of Angie’s List Super Service Award.

Free estimates, reasonable rates, fully licensed and insured NJ Lic #13VH06752800. Call 732500-3063 or 609-356-2444. (t/n) Computer Tutoring for Seniors – Retired, “Microsoft Certified” instructor. Very Reasonable rates. Very patient with slow learners. I’ll teach you in the comfort of your home on your computer. I can trouble shoot your slow computer! I also teach iPhone and iPad. I set up new computers at less than half the price the retailers charge. Windows 10 specialist. I can also build a beautiful small business website at a fraction of the going rates. Special Projects always welcome! Tony 732-997-8192. (t/n) Cheap Painting Done Rite Free estimates. Fully insured. 38 years experience. 732-506-7787 cell 646-643-7678.

(37) Nice Polish Lady - Can take care of elderly. Available days, has car for shopping, doctor visits. 15 years experience. Call Krystyna 973-568-0714. (7) Paint Your Rooms - Fast Clean Neat, Starting At $50. Per Room. Wallpaper Removal, Exteriors, Power Washing Call 732-864-6396 Leave Voicemail.

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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.

Paty's Cleaning Service - Residential and commercial cleaning.

Experience and great references available. You just found the right person to clean your home and enjoy a sparkle place! Call or text me for free estimate at 908-342-3543.

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ALL American Home Health Aides Experienced experts in the field of trauma and recovery. Holistic approach to healing-nutrition, physical therapy, and quality of life improvements. Hourly or live in.

Honest, hardworking, etc. Includes housekeeping, rides to doctors/ pleasure. Skip the rest, come to the best. 732-664-3605 (t/n)

U s e d G u n s Wa n t e d - A l l types: collectibles, military, etc.

Call 917-681-6809. (t/n)

House Cleaning - I will clean y o u r h o m e . Ve r y g o o d p r i c es. Call 732-773-5078.

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Need A Ride - Senior discounts.

Airports: NEW, PHIL, AC, Trenton.

Tom. Save ad. 551-427-0227.

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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

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.

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ARounD tHe JeRsey sHoRe Residents Have Neighborhood Watch Meeting

CONNECT WITH US ONLINE! Visit: JERSEYSHOREONLINE.COM

─Photo courtesy Brick Township Police Department BRICK – Residents from Laurelton and the many community-oriented proGardens held a neighborhood watch grams of the Brick Police Department me et i ng a nd i nv it e d s p e cia l g ue st were on display as residents mingled Mayor Ducey. He answered resident’s and interacted with each other.

If you would like to join an existing questions along with Officer Brenden Barnes, Sergeant Keith Donnelly and Neighborhood Watch group, or start one for your neighborhood, email Officer Sgt. Jim Kelly.

Information on neighborhood safety Barnes at bbarnes@brickpd.com

Animal Center Hosts Spring Gift Auction BRICK – The Jersey Shore Animal Center is hosting their Spring ‘Fur’ Paws gift auction on April 26 from 1 to 4 p.m.

Tickets are $20 when purchased in advance, $25 when purchased at the door.

You can buy tickets in the store or online

at jerseyshoreanimalcenter.org/springfurpawsga/ There will be complimentary tea, coffee, and desserts.

For more information visit jerseyshoreanimalcenter.org or call 732-920-1600.

Brick Rotary Club To Meet

BRICK − The Rotary Club of Brick Township meets for lunch every Thursday at 12:15 p.m. at Jack and Mike’s Bridge House, 979 Cedar Bridge Ave.

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Tax Counseling Services For Elderly

BRICK – The Ocean County Office of Senior Services and the AARP are teaming to offer tax counseling for the elderly. This service will be available in Brick Township at the following sites: • Brick Senior Outreach Services, 373 Adamston Road: Mondays, February 3 - April 13 9 a.m.-1 p.m. (closed 2/17). By Appointment Only - Call 732-920-8686 • Greenbriar II Clubhouse, 1 Greenbriar Blvd.: Tuesdays, February 4 - April 14 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

By Appointment Only - Call 732-458-3400 • Brick Branch Ocean County Library, 301 Chambers Bridge Road: Thursdays, February

6 - April 9 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. By Appointment Only - Call 973-219-3034 You should bring the following to your appointment: copy of your 2019 Federal and NJ Tax returns, Social Security Card, All W-2 Wage and Tax statements, all 1099-R Pension and Annuity Statements, all 1099’s for interest, dividends, stocks, etc., all Social Security statements including Form SSA-1099, all medical expenses including mileage, all tax related statements (property tax, etc) bank account information for direct deposit of refund or direct debit of payment and PTR Booklet and primary residence real estate tax bill.

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A Pain In The Neck By: Missy Torzewski, PTA

The cause of neck pain is not always the result of an underlying disease. In fact, when it comes to experiencing neck pain, the majority of cases involve a postural component. Driving or sitting for a prolonged period of time, carrying heavy items, and even sleeping in unnatural positions can all contribute to neck discomfort. It is important to understand good posture to relieve pain as well as preventing injury.

WHAT IS GOOD POSTURE?

There is minimal stress on the neck with normal head posture due to the head being balanced naturally on the cervical spine.

Good posture is when both ears are aligned directly above the shoulders, chest open and shoulders back. Good posture requires muscle elasticity, motion in joint and muscles, strong core muscles, and self awareness.

and weakened while the muscles anteriorly (in the front of your body) become short and tightened. The results are muscle imbalances which may cause painful strains and spasms, headaches, and migraines.

Something to consider: For each inch of forward head posture, 10 additional pounds are added onto the stress of the cervical spine. The average weight of the skull is between 10-12 pounds which means if your head is positioned 2 inches forward, it has already doubled the amount of stress on the cervical spine.

keep your muscles and joints properly aligned which will prevent any muscle imbalances and future joint dysfunction and/or degeneration.

Also, by improving your posture, you open up your body to better oxygen and blood circulation, meaning that you’ll also improve your ability to concentrate and focus.

It is important to recognize and address poor posture to prevent long term effects. As stiffness increases with prolonged forward head posture, range of motion decreases in your cervical spine, thoracic spine and can also affect the range of motion in your shoulders.

Prolonged forward head posture can also lead to an increased risk for spinal degeneration and cervical osteoarthritis.

MISSY TORZEWSKI, PTA

WHAT HAPPENS WITH POOR POSTURE?

The most common mistake with posture begins when the head and neck are positioned forward. As your head shifts forward, the lower cervical spine goes into hyperflexion.

As a result, the upper cervical spine goes into hyperextension due to your body adapting for straight-on vision. These curvatures can affect the ligaments, spinal disks, and its nerve roots causing pain and discomfort. Prolonged forward head posture also puts strain on the cervical and thoracic muscles responsible for holding your head in a neutral position, keeping your shoulders back, as well as spinal stabilization. Most postural muscles posteriorly (in the back of your body) become elongated

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF HAVING GOOD POSTURE?

Having good posture can prevent you experiencing neck and back pain. This type of pain affects about 80% of the population today. Proper posture helps

HOW CAN PHYSICAL THERAPY HELP YOU?

There has been a lot of success with physical therapy and postural defects. Strengthening the muscles that have been elongated and weakened and stretching the muscles that have been shortened may decrease a lot of symptoms. Physical therapy may decrease pain, improve range of motion, as well as improve overall posture. Your therapist will conduct a detailed initial evaluation to determine the best treatment for your particular symptoms involving postural exercises/stretches, modalities, and manual treatments.

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Prior to attending Union County College, Missy practiced as a certified athletic trainer after graduating from Kean University in 2013 with a Bachelor’s of Science in Athletic Training.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of feb 15 - feb 21

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Give yourself a little extra time to accomplish important tasks or assignments in the week to come. You may run into some obstacles or unavoidable slowdowns. Your romantic partner may shower you with affection.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Primping and pampering require your participation.

Enjoy some romantic interludes and treats as this week begins. Later in the week you could come into contact with people who are more focused on material gain.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You will be fine as a fiddle if you realize that it’s never futile to forgive and forget. In the week to come you’ll realize that everyone is somehow connected, and your community may be larger than expected.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Fighting fire with fire doesn’t always work to your advantage. If a partner or loved one strives to take control in the week ahead, you may try the same thing to get their attention. Focus on being generous and kind.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You and your partner could be creative and imaginative as a couple. The two of you may share some romantic fantasies. You could take some shortcuts to achieve your ambitions later in the week.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): What you see and what you get may not be the same thing. You may enjoy buying something for the pleasure it gives someone, but you should be skeptical of anything that appears to be too good to be true this week.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Loved ones

and even casual acquaintances are willing to indulge your whims and grant favors today and tomorrow. Later in the week, however, your charming ways may be less likely to produce the same effect.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Delve into deep subjects. In the upcoming week you may become preoccupied by subjects that are related to upgrading your career or social standing. Enjoy spending quality time with loved ones this weekend.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Your generosity will be appreciated. Your good taste will be evident no matter what you purchase. You may feel pressured to make more money or stabilize your financial situation as this week goes by.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Since you are willing to cooperate, other people will be happy to team up with you. Achieve your ambitions by being persistent and attentive. You may experience a brief crisis of conscience as the week unfolds.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You have confidence in the power of positive thinking.

In the week ahead you may be inspired to learn something new or to study a subject that triggers your imagination. Romance could come knocking on your door.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Enjoy good things and good times now. Your desire to reach worthy goals might get the upper hand during the week to come. You should not be so ruthless about getting ahead that you lose ground with co-workers.

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wolfgang puck’s kitchen That’s Amore: Plan Ahead To Treat Your Sweetheart To The Sweet Taste Of Italy

By Wolfgang Puck It can be a challenge when Valentine’s Day falls on a weekday. If you have a job or other demanding activities but want to cook for your Valentine, as many people wish to do, how do you prepare something special after what will probably be a busy day?

The simple answer is to do some planning, and at least a little bit of cooking, ahead of time. That is why I’d like to share a special recipe to make for the one you love: a classic recipe from my restaurant Spago for the Italian frozen dessert known as a tartufo.

If you know any Italian at all, even the restaurant version of the language with which many people are familiar, you may recognize the dessert’s name from more savory sections of the menu. Tartufo literally means “truffle,” referring first and foremost to the roughly spherical fungi found at the bases of some trees such as oak and hazel. Highly prized for their wonderfully earthy, aromatic perfume, truffles are among the great delicacies of the kitchen.

Not surprisingly, the name became poetically attached to another coveted delicacy as well, and this one is sweet: Small, soft spheres of the chocolate-and-cream mixture called ganache, which are sometimes rolled in cocoa powder or grated or melted chocolate or to resemble the earth still clinging to true truffles when they’re dug up. Many of you reading this will no doubt give, or receive, a box of chocolate truffles on Valentine’s Day. But there’s still another type of sweet truffle; this one is a frozen dessert that at least two different restaurants in Italy that I know of - one in the town of Pizzo on the coast of Calabria near the southwestern toe of Italy’s boot, the other in Piazza Navona in the heart of Rome some 380 miles to the northwest - claim to have invented themselves.

This tartufo, for which I offer you a simple, delicious version here that we served long ago at Spago in Beverly Hills, is a semisoft frozen dessert (which the Italians call a semifreddo) made by mixing together melted chocolate, beaten egg yolks, a simply made sugar syrup, and some cream. I like to freeze the mixture until firm enough to scoop, and then form it into egg-shaped ovals that I roll in grated chocolate before returning them to the freezer to set.

It’s a surprisingly simple recipe, but still one that would be wise to make up to a couple of days ahead of Valentine’s Day so you have it ready to remove from the freezer and serve to your sweetheart.

CHOCOLATE TARTUFO Makes 5 to 10 servings 9 ounces (255 g) bittersweet chocolate 2 large egg yolks 1/2 cup (125 mL) granulated sugar 1/2 cup (125 mL) water 1 cup (250 mL) heavy cream 2 tablespoons Chambord or other raspberry liqueur, or 1 tablespoon vanilla extract Raspberry compote (recipe follows) Cut 6 ounces (170 g) of the chocolate into small

chunks. Put the chunks in a medium heatproof bowl and set over a pan of simmering water; when the chocolate is almost melted, remove the pan from the heat, stir the chocolate, and leave it to continue melting. Keep warm.

Over another bowl, grate the remaining chocolate.

Set aside at cool room temperature.

In the large bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a wire whip or beaters, whip the egg yolks until thick. Alternatively, put the yolks in a large heatproof mixing bowl and beat them with a hand-held electric mixer.

Meanwhile, clip a candy thermometer to the side of a small saucepan, Put the sugar and water in the pan and, over high heat, bring the sugar and water to a boil, watching carefully, until the mixture reaches 230 F to 234 F (110 C to 112 C). Large, shiny bubbles will form and the syrup will thicken.

Instantly remove the syrup from the heat and, with the mixer running at the lowest speed, carefully pour the syrup into the yolks. (Be careful to avoid pouring the syrup directly onto the beaters or the sides of the bowl.) Once all the syrup is poured, increase the speed to medium and continue beating until the mixture is cooled and very thick. Scrape in the melted chocolate and beat until incorporated, forming a stiff mixture.

Still beating at medium to high speed, gradually pour in the cream until smoothly incorporated, stopping as needed to scrape down the sides of the bowl and under the beaters with a rubber spatula.

Beat in the Chambord or vanilla.

Pour the mixture into a medium bowl, cover, and freeze just until solid enough to shape, 3 to 4 hours.

Line a tray with waxed paper. To form the tartufos, use a pair of tablespoons, scooping up the mixture generously with one and shaping it with the other to create a smooth oval larger than an egg. Dip the spoons occasionally into warm water to make it easier to scoop.

As each oval is formed, roll it in the grated chocolate to coat completely; then, transfer to a freezer-proof tray lined with parchment paper or foil. (If the remaining mixture softens too much, return it to the freezer and then continue shaping when it’s firm enough.) Loosely cover the tartufos and free until just before serving time.

To serve, spoon some raspberry compote atop individual chilled dessert plates and place two tartufos on each plate. Serve immediately.

RASPBERRY COMPOTE Makes about 2 cups (500 mL) 4 pints (2 L) fresh or frozen raspberries 1/2 cup (125 mL) granulated sugar Grated zest of 1 medium lemon In a medium nonreactive saucepan, combine the berries, sugar and lemon zest. Cook over medium heat until the berries exude their juices. Reduce the heat to low and cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened, about 15 minutes.

Remove from the heat, let cool to room temperature, and refrigerate in an airtight nonreactive container until needed, up to one week.

(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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