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April 4, 2020

Ocean County’s COVID Test Site: What You Need To Know

BREAKING NEWS @

−Photo courtesy Ocean County The drive-through testing center is in the parking areas of Ocean County College.

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−Photo by Chris Lundy First responders take care of their own as a forest fire vehicle is cleaned.

By Chris Lundy BERKELEY – A decontamination site for emergency vehicles has been established off the Garden State Parkway in Berkeley Township, officials said.

The site, created as part of a partnership between the Ocean County Sheriff ’s Office and the Ocean County Police Chiefs As-

sociation, has already serviced hundreds of vehicles, said Sheriff Michael G. Mastronardy.

“The site is set up for any police, fire or first aid vehicle in the county, especially those that have transported someone suspected of having the coronavirus,” he said.

He noted that people have been

thinking that it’s a testing site for COVID-19, and have to be turned away. The COVID-19 site is open at Ocean County College.

“This site is only to disinfect emergency vehicles,” he stressed.

Emergency responders are (Vehicles - See Page 8)

County Parks Closed Until Further Notice

By Chris Lundy OCEAN COUNTY – In an attempt to slow the progression of COVID-19, all county parks and natural lands will be closed until further notice.

“With President Trump extending the social distancing mandate for the country until the end of April and with New Jersey Gov. Murphy strongly emphasizing that social distancing and staying home is not just a suggestion but a mandate for New Jersey, along with our health experts, it’s important we take this step to further protect our citizens from the spread of the coronavirus,” said Ocean County Freeholder Virginia E. Haines, (Parks - See Page 9)

−Photo courtesy Ocean County Parks like Cattus Island in Toms River are now closed

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – With Ocean County College closed for the rest of the semester, it is now the site of a drive-through testing center for the coronavirus. However, there are some things you need to know before you go.

“We are not going to do any health screening at the site,” said Ocean County Public Health Coordinator Daniel Regenye. “It is just for testing for the virus.”

In other words, you can’t just drive there if you feel like you might have symptoms. You must get a doctor’s prescription to use the service. If you are showing signs of the virus, or have been exposed to (Test Site - See Page 4)

National Guard Activated To Fight Virus

By Bob Vosseller JOINT BASE MDL – Over the years, Christopher Langill, 22, Hazlet, has attended many concerts at the PNC Center in Holmdel; now he is directing traffic at the center as part of his duties related to COVID-19 response.

Langill, a senior airman of the 108th Wing, of the New Jersey National Guard, Joint Base - McGuire AFB is one of 200 Guard members who are part of the state National Guard activation working to assist with duties associated with the pandemic.

Gov. Phil Mur phy called for the activation of New Jersey’s National Guard last month in an effort to fight the further spread of the coronavirus. The National Guard is a reserve military force that state governors (Guard - See Page 8)

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Test Site:

Continued From Page 1 someone with the virus, you should contact your doctor immediately to see if you need to be tested.

The site will run from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. daily and will run weather permitting. The site will operate as long as coronavirus tests continue to be available.

The fi rst day it was open was March 30.

There were 126 members of the public tested that day. Before it opened to the public, 40 fi rst responders and health care workers were tested. The results were not known by press time.

After the fi rst day, it was determined that the site can handle about 180 tests a day.

Officials urge that you must be registered and have a doctor’s prescription for the test before you go. It is for Ocean County residents only.

What you need to do: • You cannot get the test unless you are showing symptoms. The most common symptoms of COVID-19 are fever, fatigue, a dry cough and shortness of breath.

Get a prescription from your doctor. Some medical offices are prescribing remotely (see below).

• Register for a test. To register for the coronavirus test visit the Ocean County Health Department website at ochd.org and follow the online directions.

• Assemble your necessary paperwork: prescription, proof of residency/identification, registration • Drive to OCC and enter through the Hooper Avenue entrance.

• You stay in your vehicle while hospital medical personnel perform a nasal swab.

Wait three-five days for results. “All the results will be available on the BioReference Laboratories Patient Portal: Bioreference. com/patients/ and Ocean County Health Department and residents will be notified whether they test positive or negative,” Regenye said.

“Learning whether you have coronavirus is just the fi rst step,” Regenye said. “We want you to have the proper follow up care also.”

Ocean County has entered into a contract with BioReference Laboratories for the fi rst 1,000 coronavirus test kits to be used at the site. The county’s contract is independent of the state’s contract with the company.

“With the help and guidance of Congressman Smith we will also be assisted by Quest Diagnostics for some supplemental testing kits,” Freeholder Director Joseph Vicari said. “Congressman Smith has been making every effort to get us what we need at this site. We are grateful for his help.”

“This testing site for Ocean County residents is the result of the combined efforts of U.S. Rep. Chris Smith, the Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders, the Ocean County Office of Emergency Management under the direction of Sheriff Michael G. Mastronardy, the Ocean County Health Department, Ocean County College, Robert Wood Johnson Hospital and Hackensack Meridian Health,” said Vicari. “The drive thru testing site will help with our large senior population and

those residents who have been advised to be tested for the coronavirus.”

“Currently, testing is a prerequisite for certain medicines including remdesivir and the sooner people can get tests and results the more options they will have for treatment,” said Rep. Smith, who represents several towns in northern Ocean County.

“Repeating the words of our Governor, this site is not for the ‘worried well,’” Vicari said.

“We will be adhering to the strict requirements for getting a test at this site,” said Sheriff Mastronardy. “If you haven’t registered and if you don’t have a doctor’s prescription we cannot provide you with a test. I cannot stress this enough.”

The Ocean County Sheriff ’s Department is providing security and traffic control at the site and the staff from four area hospitals and the health department will be administering the test at the drive thru.

“We are doing everything we can to have safeguards in place to protect the nurses and medical personnel on site and the public coming to be tested,” Mastronardy said.

“We strongly urge the public to adhere to the requirements we have established.”

Health experts say individuals not experiencing any signs or symptoms of a respiratory illness are discouraged from being tested as it diverts resources away from those who need it most, floods the laboratory with specimens unlikely to test positive and provides individuals with a false sense of security when the results come back negative.

For more information, visit ochd.org and co.ocean.nj.us and look for the heading for coronavirus updates, or call the Ocean County Health Department hotline at 732341-9700, ext. 7411.

How To Get A Prescription Regenye said that any practitioner (including nurse practitioner, advanced practice nurse, medical doctor, physician assistant etc.) who has “prescriptive” privileges in New Jersey can write a script for COVID testing, it does not necessarily have to be a physician.

Additionally, many physicians have processes in place so that patients don’t need to come in.

“Many health care providers are now doing telemedicine and are offering this service remotely and in the spirit of social distancing,” Regenye said. “Please do not unnecessarily expose healthcare workers or others in an attempt to obtain a physician’s order. Please use telemedicine when appropriate during this challenging time.”

The hospitals assisting in staffi ng the testing site - both Hackensack Meridian Health and RWJ Barnabas Healthcare System – who are helping staff the test site – also have telemedicine that can provide prescriptions. They can be accessed here: •Hackensack Meridian Health (Ocean Medical Center, Southern Ocean Medical Center) hackensackmeridianhealth.org/ covid19/ • RWJ Barnabas Healthcare System (Community Medical Center, Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus) RWJBHtelemed.org Use code RWJBH15.

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY F eAtUre l etter The Remote Learning Curve The emergent nature of the way the COVID-19 cr isis u nfolded has found educators nationwide shifting from their traditional teaching duties to a remote learning model in the space of a few short but chaotic days.

As we work to ensure the continued delivery of quality instruction to our students, we are also balancing our personal responsibilities outside of our jobs. In addition to my position as a high school math teacher, I am also the local president of a 550-member, wall-to-wall local education association, and it goes without saying that local associations have been at the forefront of work i ng w it h d ist r ict administration to navigate t hese u ncha r ted waters and the needs of all members.

In addition to my wife and I providing remote instruction in Financial Algebra, Algebra II, AP Literat ure, English II, and Tomorrow’s Teachers (an NJEA sponsored program), we are also assisting our own child r e n , a n 11t h g r a d e athlete and AP student grappling with the cancellation of her season and amended AP testing, and a 6th grade special needs st udent with an extensive IEP. Fortunately, as experienced educators, we are able to assist them in their studies. However, I am empathetic to the needs of the many parents and guardians who are not educators and are now tasked with doing in-class support duties.

Some of our early takeaways are as follows: First, remote instruction is, in most cases, more work than in-class i n s t r u c t io n . I a m r e -

minded of a now-retired teacher, coach, mentor, and colleague, Mr. Savitsky, who always came to work because he said it wa s ha rde r t o pre pare sub lessons than to come to work and deliver lessons. With remote learning, although I am communicating with my students, they are doing the work mostly on their own.

Like so many other educators and support staff, I miss the in-person interaction, the para-linguistics, the non-verbal cues, and the peer-topeer group dynamic, all of which are vital to the learning process.

Se c ond , re mot e i nstruction is a great stopgap measure so that students continue to receive quality instruction during this pandemic. It is not, however, in any way a replacement for a traditional classroom setting.

Third, a lot of good will come out of this in the way of adding valuable skills and tools to our collective teaching reper toires. Our local association professional development chai r, Jennifer Ansbach, has been absolutely instrumental in gathering and shar ing resources to assist our members, and it has been so moving to see colleagues working together to assist each other in getting quickly up to speed.

For the most part, we a re bu ild i ng t he sh ip while sailing it, and, as we always do, we are getting it done.

Dan Staples Business Math Teacher, Manchester Township High School President, Manchester Township Education Association

Letters To The Editor Post Office Workers Deal With Sick Customers I work at the US Post Office and have a major problem with my customers. They apparently feel the need to come out to not only express their feelings on our current situation while having their letter date stamped but to also mail banana bread or coloring books to their family members.

Those are not essential items! So grandma is mailing banana bread to little Suzie in MD and I have to handle her transaction. I comply with a smile, hoping that she has not been exposed (my youngest has been diagnosed with a very serious illness)!

Our NJ “stay at home order” has been in effect and yet my customers have still been able to come and cough and sneeze on myself and my co-workers on a regular basis and telling us how sick they and their families are. This is absolute crud!

My local union says that we have no right to deem what is essential mail and that if I don’t like it then I can take leave. I have been given the option to wear gloves while working but I handle stickers all day, so that doesn’t work.

I was also given the option to wear a mask but my elderly customers can’t

Letters To ofThe Editor hear me well. Governor Chapter 60 of the Na- mal “by Easter.” Very few Murphy put into place a “stay at home policy unless obtaining essential goods or services, seeking medical help, or for reporting to work.”

When the heck did mail banana bread or maybe popcorn seasoning become essential? My counter to the public is only 2.5 ft away from them, so where is my 6 ft. person-to-person contact? Who here will stand up to save my child before I quit after serving 15 years at the US Post Office?

The identity of this letter writer was confirmed.

Identif ying information has been withheld to protect their employment.

IRS Should Allow Working From Home I am writing as a representative of the 850 frontline employees who work for the Internal Revenue Service in New Jersey most of whom are worried about their personal health and safety and that of their co-workers and families.

Despite government orders to telework, practice social distancing, and in some cases, shelter at home, huge numbers of IRS employees are still required to come to work in crowded office facilities.

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tional Treasury Employees Union, I am urging the IRS to temporarily close those facilities still holding 50 or more IRS employees.

This would allow those facilities to undergo a thorough cleaning and give employees the administrative leave they need to protect themselves, care for their families and follow the guidance of local, state and federal public health officials to stop congregating in groups.

IRS employees remain dedicated to their agency mission, especially during this tax filing season, and they look forward to returning to normal operations as soon as possible to fi nish processing returns, issuing refunds and collecting the revenue our country needs during this crisis and beyond.

There is no tax issue that is worth endangering the health of any IRS employee or taxpayer.

John Kelshaw President, NTEU Chapter 60 (Residing in Beachwood)

Listen To Doctors, Not Trump In this time of crisis, why did the federal government spend millions of dollars to mail “President Trump’s Coronavirus Guidelines for A mer ica” to ever y home in the nation?

Because Tr u mp used the fi nancially challenged Postal Service to aid his d w i n d l i n g r e - ele c t io n chances!

In reality, Trump’s words of non-wisdom have been all over the place - from “hoax” to back to nor-

Americans give him any credibility any more.

The guidelines on the post card are the Centers for Disease Control’s.

That agency is comprised of medical and scientific experts whom Trump has been ignoring, contradicting and trying to override.

The guidelines should be followed simply because they are, i n fact, NOT Trump’s guidelines.

I just wish the millions of dollars he spent on blatant self-promotion had been spent on alleviating the crisis he has exacerbated instead.

Paul Turner Toms River

Be Wary Be wary of the Trump Derangement Syndrome. At times it seems, not accurate, but reasonable.

The complaint against Rep. Chris Smith is a tirade against President Trump by the author of the article “Smith’s Legacy...” in the March 7, issue. The only accurate statement is in the last paragraph: “We need to know more about Ukraine.”

Yes, Biden’s questionable involvement in Ukraine needs to be investigated.

And so, this motivates VP “O’Biden/Bama,” as he recently mistakenly referred to himself and President Obama, to run for the Presidency.

If Biden gets elected, he will be protected from exposure. Besides, Rep. Chris Smith is in the top three with successfully enacted legislation in the House of Representatives.

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Congressman Andy Kim WASHI NGTON, D.C. −Congressman Andy Kim (D-3rd) released the following statement on the passage of H.R. 748 – Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, a bipartisan bill to address the ongoing public health and economic crisis created by the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Congressman’s remarks are in the transcript below: “I wanted to just start by wishing you and your family security and safety through this crisis. I’ve heard from so many of you who have called and emailed to me telling me about your concerns about the health of you or a loved one.

“I’ve heard from so many small busi ness ow ners about the struggles you’re having, about whether or not you’re going to have to shut your business down,

potentially forever. And concer ns f rom workers who don’t know if they’ll be able to pay their next bills as they’ve been either laid off or not been able to go to work.

“These are real problems that we’re facing, and it’s so critically important that we in the government and Congress respond with the urgency that you need and deserve…passing this $2 trillion stimulus relief package is aimed at doing so, which is why I supported it.

“It’s about making sure that we can chart a course forward for our small businesses to get the grants and the loans that are going to help you weather this, not just today, but for the coming weeks and months. This is about the workers who have been laid off, for you to get the unemployment insurance and support that you’re going to need and

deserve to be able to go forward and pay your bills and be able to keep at this and be able to support your family.

“For those that are sick or for our communities who are worried about this virus, this is how we invest in slowing the spread of this virus and investing in our health infrastructure. These are the types of things that this bill moves forward on, which is why I support it, and why it is that we need to urgently see this taken into action.

“I continue to stand by for anything you need help on, and if I can be of any assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach on out. I’ll be standing with you, side by side, throughout this crisis.”

The CARES Act includes: • A $150 Billion State and Local Coronavir us Relief Fund: Creates a $150 billion State and Local Coronavirus Relief Fund to provide states and localities additional resources to cope with the coronavirus pandemic. It is estimated that New Jersey will receive approximately $ 3.44 billion in desperately needed funds to benefit our state’s

residents. $260 Billion in Dramatically Expanded Unemployment Benefits: Includes numerous provisions to improve unemployment benefits including providing an additional $600 per week for the next four months, providing an additional 13 weeks of federally funded benefits, and expanding eligibility to include workers in the gig economy and self-employed workers.

• Immediate Direct Cash Payments to Lower and Middle-Income Americans: Provides for immediate, direct cash payments to

lower-and middle-income Americans of $1,200 for each adult and $500 for each child, beginning to phase out at an annual income of $75,000 for an individual and $150,000 for a household. These payments will provide individuals with the cash they need right now to survive with much of the economy currently shut down.

• More Than $375 Billion in Small Business Relief: Provides more than $375 billion in small business relief, including $349 billion for forgivable loans to small businesses to pay their em-

ployees and keep them on the payroll; $17 billion for debt relief for current and new SBA borrowers; and $10 billion in immediate disaster grants.

• Approximately $200 Billion for Our Hospitals, Health Care Workers, and Health Research: Provides an investment of about $200 billion in our hospitals, health systems, and health research, including expanding funding for the personal protective equipment desperately needed by our health care workers, including ventilators, n95 masks, gowns, gloves, etc.

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Guard:

Continued From Page 1 often call upon during times of crisis and emergency situations.

Murphy said the Guard was activated to assist “our efforts in any way necessary.”

His announcement came at a time when he also outlined new restrictions concerning business closures, curfews and the banning of social gatherings.

“Most likely missions will include logistics, transportation, traffic control, security and using engineers to bring older medical facilities back online,” said Brig. Gen. Jemal Beale, who heads the state’s National Guard.

Langill enlisted in the National Guard two and a half years ago but this marked his first activation mission which began on March 19.

“Our main mission is entry control, directing traffic and making sure everyone reaches the area where testing is taking place.”

“We’re prepared for this,” Langill said regarding not only the duties that he and his Guard members are performing but with dealing with some of the cold days outside that they experienced early on in their assignment.

Langill said the flow of people coming in for testing has varied each day. He added that he was happy to put his training into action and be part of a unique experience.

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Langill normally works as a substitute history teacher so he was impacted by the closure of schools. “I’m hoping to be a fulltime teacher in Newark after my planned deployment.”

His father is a retired state police officer and his mother is a nurse. “I’ve received tremendous support from my parents,” Langill said adding that they both understand the importance of what he is doing in assisting with COVID-19 testing. The PNC Center is one of several sites overseen by the New Jersey Department of Health.

Langill is one of 22 New Jersey Air National Guardsmen of the 108th Wing, Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst that were put into action according to New Jersey National Guard spokesman Kryn Westhoven of the NJ Dept. of Military and Veterans Affairs which oversees the NJ National Guard.

Westhoven noted that those who are taking part in the state activation were part of a pool of volunteers and those at the PNC Art Center were staying at a facility in Sea Girt.

“They are among the 190 citizen soldiers and airmen on State Active Duty,” Westhoven said. Westhoven added that many are from military facilities in Paramus, Teaneck and installations in the northern part of the state.

Westhoven clarified that, “this is not a mobilization. That would require a federal order. This is a state activation making those who are here volunteering as part-time state employees during this time.”

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Vehicles are sprayed with a non-toxic, biodegradable product called Aseptic Plus manufactured in Nashville, Tennessee. It has also been used on the belts and shoes of some of the emergency responders.

“It’s important we keep our emergency responders – all of our police, first aid and fire personnel – safe during the coronavirus outbreak,” Mastronardy said. “Along with all of our health care professionals, emergency responders are heavily relied upon by our residents. We need to do all we can to keep them safe.”

Additional locations are expected to open soon. One will likely be in Brick, run by the Brick Township Office of Emergency Management and another would be in Jackson, run by the Jackson Township Police Department.

The Sheriff’s Office worked with Stafford Township Police Chief Thomas Dellane in establishing the site in Berkeley Township and is working with Jackson Township Police Chief Matt Kunz and Brick Township Police Chief James Riccio on those respective sites.

“I appreciate the efforts of all of our police chiefs and all of our emergency responders,” Mastronardy said. “These partnerships go a long way in making certain we have what we need to keep our responders safe and to assist our residents.”

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Parks:

Continued From Page 1 chairwoman of the Ocean County Department of Parks and Recreation and the Ocean County Natural Lands Trust. “We have to take this seriously.”

Before the county-wide mandate, the Mantoloking Bridge County Park and Fishing Pier on Mantoloking Road in Brick were closed because too many people were using it at once. Normally, it’s good for a lot of people to use a park.

But in today’s climate, it made it impossible to stay six feet away from others.

“We had started to close some parks to the public…in an effort to curtail large gatherings and because of a lack of social distancing,” Haines said. “Because the power of social distancing cannot be stressed enough we are taking this next step and shutting down all of our parks and natural land sites to the public.”

Ocean County had already shut down its two golf courses, public playgrounds, playing fields, and nature centers to the public.

“With more than 4,000 acres of county parkland and 30,000 acres of natural lands, we cannot police everyone who does not want to change their behavior during this very turbulent time,” Haines said. “Closing down our open spaces will, I hope, result in people staying home unless they are essential workers or need to get to a food store, drug store or health care provider.”

The Berkeley Times, April 4, 2020, Page 9 “We have to break the back of this virus and we have to reduce the curve,” said Ocean County Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari. “I’m asking all of our citizens to please listen to the President, listen to the Governor, listen to the health experts and just stay home at this time.

“I know this is difficult, we are social creatures, and there are also many essential workers that still need to get to work,” Vicari said. “And for the most part, people are doing what they are being asked to do, but until we get this virus under control, please, unless you are essential to your job, stay home.

Your actions don’t affect just you, they affect your family, they affect our health care workers, they affect our emergency responders, they affect the workers at our grocery stores.”

The number of positive cases increases daily in Ocean County, and several deaths have already been reported.

“With a steady increase in cases in Ocean County, we need to keep people out of areas where they can congregate,” Haines said. “If we all do our part we can help all 600,000 residents of Ocean County get through this outbreak safely.”

Signs will be posted at all Ocean County Parks announcing the closure. And entrance gates will be locked.

The Ocean County Sheriff’s Office and Ocean County Security Department will continue to patrol the county parks during the closure.

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Cabin Fever, Anyone?

By Phyllis Brown Holiday City at Berkeley EMS Coronaviruses are a family of viruses that can cause illnesses such as the common cold, severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) and Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS). In 2019, a new coronavirus was identified as the cause of a disease outbreak in China. The disease it causes is called coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).

The World Health Organization (WHO) and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), are monitoring the situation and posting updates on their websites. If you are following the guidelines and social distancing rules, your chances of being killed in a car accident on your way to be tested will probably be greater than your chances of being killed by the virus. Yes, take this seriously but please, don’t panic.

Information changes daily so by the time you read this article my suggestions may be irrelevant. Let’s hope so. Maybe I can help you with your “cabin fever” even it’s only to get you to laugh.

We need to find things to do and some of you have. I see more than the usual number of people walking the neighborhood. This is great. It not only gets you out of the house, but also adds to your physical well being. You can still do it with a friend, but 6 feet apart.

Some of you don’t use the computers your children have given you. This is a good time to learn to use them. It will not only occupy your time, it will help keep you in touch and stimulate your brain. Call your kids or a computer savvy friend and have them teach you. They can probably use the distraction too. You can also find tutorials when you open the program you want to learn. This will really test your

brain. Jigsaw puzzles and books are good too.

Start a movie club. Call a couple of friends and tell them about a movie on the TV. If someone knows how to conference a call, you can schedule a club phone meeting to discuss it. If it’s not raining, you have a big enough porch and can sit 6 ft apart, have 1 or 2 friends over. Don’t serve anything. Clean your chairs. They bring their own coffee and take their cups (even paper) home with them.

You can play Holly Hostess when this is over.

I made slipcovers for my sofa, hemmed some drapes, washed and re-hung my sheers, emptied the shelves in my library, dusted and put the books back in order by subject and author. I have also started spring-cleaning, which should keep me busy for a month, reorganizing closets and pantry. When it’s safe, I plan to have a yard sale!

Hopefully you already practice these everyday preventions: • Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, or use an at least 60% alcohol-based hand sanitizer.

• Cover your mouth and nose with your elbow or tissue (not your hand) when you cough or sneeze.

• Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth if your hands aren’t clean.

• Avoid close contact with anyone who is sick.

• Clean and disinfect surfaces you often touch.

• Stay home from public areas if you’re sick.

You don’t feel well and it is different call 9-1-1. After the virus is gone, consider joining the First Aid Squad. All the volunteer squads need more volunteers. Come to 100 Port Royal and volunteer for an interesting and rewarding job. We cover an area that includes 1,0765 homes.

School Adds Tele-Health Services For Employees

TOMS RIVER − Toms River Regional Schools has taken another step to modify its practices in support of its staff and school community as COVID-19 continues to disrupt traditional models.

The district is working closely with Integrity Health, its health plan manager, to develop at-home tele-medicine opportunities for connection with network and non-network specialists.

“Changes to lifestyle due to current public health measures may trigger stress symptoms or worsen already existing anxiety or depression,” read a statement sent to all staff by the TRRS Insurance Services Department.

“Video counseling gives you the option of utilizing counseling services from a remote and convenient location.”

Video consult capabilities for behavioral health and member advocacy services are already in place at Partnership Health Center, and options for tele-medicine with PHC medical providers are also in the works.

“Supporting those who serve and support our students is critical to our mission,” said Superintendent David Healy. “We will continue to adjust to this new normal in ways that benefit our employees, students, and families.”

“Presently there is a clear need for these types of diagnostic and referrals services because of the national COVID-19 emergency closures,” said Integrity Health CEO Doug Forrester, who was also a 2005 candidate for governor of New Jersey. “Physical access to physicians is curtailed and many people don’t want personal contact even if their physician is willing to arrange an office visit. This is particularly the case for counselors which are in high demand at this time because of the emotional trauma of current events.”

Expanding coverage to include tele-health services further supports the self-insured Integrity Health model on which the district’s more than 2,200 employees rely. Partnership Health Center remains open normal hours to serve members’ needs.

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The cost is $24 and you get back $25 plus a $5 food voucher. They will leave from the Berkeley Rec. Center on Route 9 at 9 a.m.

For reservations, call Marge at 239-2726857. All are welcome to come.

The spring getaway will be to Woodloch in the Poconos from May 18 to 22. The group will leave from Pine Beach. Cost is from $690 for double. The deposit is $100 to hold your room. For more information, call 239-272-6857.

The group will be going to Hunterdon Hills Playhouse on June 2 to see the new comedy “I Left My Dignity in My Other Purse” staring Joyce DeWitt. The cost is $85. They leave the Berkeley Rec. center at 9:15 a.m.

All are welcome. For more information, call Marge at 239-272-6857.

Next September, the group is going on a cruise for a week on the “Oasis of the Sea” sailing out of Bayonne. Inside cabin for two is $1569. To make a reservation or for more information, call Marge at 239-272-6857.

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All Trash Must Be Bagged BERKELEY – In light of the serious concerns relative to COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) and the current State of Emergency that exists in the Township of Berkeley, please be advised of the following changes to sanitation services: All household trash must be bagged, even if you have an outdoor trash receptacle. Trash that is not bagged will not be

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Bulk will be picked up on your scheduled day only Residents can continue to utilize the Recycling Center. Recyclables only, no trash may be left at the center.

We appreciate the cooperation of our residents as we strive to provide the best possible service while protecting our work force.

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Tickets are $40 for 30-minute sessions (by appointment only). Money raised will be donated to the HCB First Aid Squad.

To make an appointment or for more information, contact Madeline Wesolowski at 732-797-0686 or Madweso@comcast.net.

Due to restrictions placed on gatherings of large groups because of COVID-19, this event might be postponed. Please reach out to the organizer of this event to determine if it is still being held.

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With volunteer crews covering most days and nights we can work around your busy schedule.

If you are interested please visit us at bayvillefas.org or email us recruiting@ bayvillefas.org.

If you are unable to volunteer please consider donating to our organization. The Bayville First Aid Squad is a 100 percent non-profit organization. All donations go directly towards upkeep of the apparatus, our building, supplies, and equipment.

Every penny helps us continue to provide prompt, professional, and compassionate care to you and your family.

Pine Beach Town Wide Yard Sale Canceled PINE BEACH – The town-wide yard sale originally scheduled for May 16 and 17 has been canceled at this time.

Due to restrictions placed on gatherings of large groups because of COVID-19, events might be postponed. Please reach out to the organizer of the events to determine if it is still being held.

DIABETES AND BLURRY VISION

People with diabetes can experience blurry vision that causes objects to look out of focus. It can be understated or noticeable, can change throughout the day, and can come on slowly or quickly, depending on the cause. Long-term uncontrolled diabetes can lead to high blood sugar levels that gradually damage small blood vessels. As a result of this condition, called “diabetic retinopathy,” vision becomes blurred. With shortterm blurriness in diabetics, fluid can move into and out of the eye due to high blood sugar levels, causing the lens of the eye to swell and impede focusing ability. It is crucial for diabetics to determine whether their blurred vision is due to short- or long-term uncontrolled diabetes.

Careful management of your diabetes is the best way to prevent vision loss.

If you have diabetes, see your eye doctor for a yearly eye exam with dilation — even if your vision seems fine. Pregnancy may worsen diabetic retinopathy, so if you’re pregnant, your eye doctor may recommend additional eye exams throughout your pregnancy. To schedule an appointment, please call SUSSKIND & ALMALLAH EYE ASSOCIATES at 732-349-5622.

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AroUnD the JerSeY Shore COVID-19 Causes Cancellation Of County Events And Programs

By Bob Vosseller TOMS RIVER – Several upcoming events that were to be held by the Ocean County Department of Solid Waste Management have been cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Those events include: • The Household Hazardous Waste event that had been scheduled on March 29 in Lakewood Township, is now scheduled for May 9 in Stafford Township.

The following Residential Document Shredding dates have been postponed: • April 11 – Berkeley Township • April 18 – Plumsted Township • April 23 – Surf City Borough (St. Francis Health Fair) • May 6 – Little Egg Harbor Township (LEH Senior Expo) “I know that with everyone social distancing by staying home, spring cleaning is probably a task that many people are working to accomplish,” Ocean County Freeholder Deputy Director Gary Quinn said.

Quinn serves as liaison to the Ocean County Department of Solid Waste Management.

“While it is unfortunate that we have to cancel these events due to the coronavirus, it is best for the health and safety of our employees and our

residents to reschedule them for a later date.”

In addition, the “special waste” drop-off areas at both the Northern Recycling Center in Lakewood (Building 68) and the Southern Recycling Center in Manahawkin (Building 105) will be closed to the public until further notice.

“Special waste” includes items such as paint, fluorescent light bulbs, oil & oil filters, batteries, antifreeze, e-waste, rigid plastics, thermostats, books & phone books, shredded paper, and shrink wrap.

The single stream drop offs for cardboard, paper, plastic bottles, jars and jugs, glass containers and aluminum, tin or steel cans will remain open to the public.

Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari said, “even though residents may have to hold onto some of their recyclables a little longer as we work through these times, I want to still encourage everyone to continue to recycle items like bottles and paper during their daily routines.”

“Recycling is still very important, even if we have to restrict how we do it for a little while,” Vicari added.

Information on all of the upcoming cancellations can be found on the department’s website, co.ocean.nj.us/OC/SolidWaste/ or on the Facebook page @OCSWM. Information is also noted on Recycle Coach, or via email for residents who are registered to the mailing list.

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AroUnD the JerSeY Shore Ocean County Animal Facilities In Good Shape Despite COVID-19 Impact

TOMS RIVER – The Southern Ocean County Animal Facility (SOCAF) in Manahawkin has had the added job of housing cats and dogs from its sister facility in Jackson since late February. The Northern Ocean Animal Facility was in the process of building renovations when the COVID-19 outbreak hit New Jersey.

“The Ocean County Animal Facility staff is doing a great job caring for the pets even with some of the new operational procedures presented as a result of COVID-19. The level of oversight and care for the dogs and cats has not been compromised” explained Daniel Regenye, Ocean County Health Department Public Health Coordinator/Health Officer.

Ocean County residents are reaching out to SOCAF to offer their assistance to volunteer or donating goods. Many are asking if there is a need to be a foster pet parent.

“The response from the community is terrific but really not too surprising,” said Ocean County Freeholder Gerry P. Little, liaison to the Ocean County Board of Health.

“We have a countless number of passionate and compassionate animal lovers in this county and many of these individuals have stepped up in the past to volunteer their free time in the midst of events such as Superstorm Sandy,

wildfires, snow storms and more.”

Regenye continued, “The Ocean County Health Department wants to say thank you to all these individuals who are unselfishly offering to volunteer their time to care for our county shelter pets. But the volume of pets is very manageable and we’ve been in good shape so far with our typical pool of animal rescue groups and animal care organizations such as our volunteer partners - the Friends of the Southern Ocean County Animal Facility.”

“The animals are pretty much going through their normal routines. They are still being exercised regularly and getting plenty of love and socialization,” added Mary Alano, Animal Facilities Manager.

For the latest information on COVID-19, please visit the OCHD website www.ochd. org. Or call the COVID-19 Information Call Line at 732-341-9700 ext. 7411.

Additional Resources.

CDC Coronavirus Page - https://www.cdc. gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/summary.html.

New Jersey Department of Health Coronavirus Page - https://www.nj.gov/health/cd/ topics/ncov.shtml.

Coronavirus questions are being handled by the health experts at the NJ Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222 or dial 2-1-1.

Urgent Care NOW Can Do Medical Screening Over Phone

By Chris Lundy JERSEY SHORE – In an effort to provide health services during the COVID-19 emergency, Urgent Care NOW will be able to do screenings for certain things, including coronavirus, over the phone.

Virtual Visits can be used for these simple medical issues: • Return to work checks • Screening for cough and fever • Rashes • Medication refills • Allergies • Conjunctivitis • Upper respiratory infections • Follow-up visits To schedule a virtual visit, call 609-9780242. Tell the staff you would like to schedule a virtual visit. Staff will register you and send your request to one of our providers to begin a virtual visit. Most insurers are covering telemedicine virtual visit during this crisis. Staff members will have a list of insurance companies that currently offer coverage.

These virtual visits are between the hours of 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on weekdays and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on weekends.

Walk-ins are still welcome; the phone screenings are for specific ailments. If,

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I’m Stuck in my House & My Hearing Aid Stopped Working

The majority of you reading this column either wear hearing aids or know someone who does. By the time this column goes to print, there could be over 10,000 cases of the COVID-19 virus in New Jersey. All of us really need to practice social distancing and just stay home. The peak of COVID-19 cases may not occur for several weeks and this “invisible enemy” can attack all ages, although our senior population is significantly at risk.

According to a recent study published in the New England Journal of Medicine, SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, can live in the air and on surfaces between several hours and several days. The study found that the virus is viable for up to 72 hours on plastics, 48 hours on stainless steel, 24 hours on cardboard, and 4 hours on copper. It is also detectable in the air for three hours.

I’ve been an Audiologist for over 30 years and I’ve never experienced anything like this. However, my staff and I are here to help anyone who is suffering from hearing loss and can’t communicate with their loved ones because they’re hearing aid stopped working. In these times of social isolation, it’s imperative that we communicate with our loved ones. We need that connection for psychosocial and cognitive reasons.

So... what are the steps you can take if your hearing aid just stopped working?

• Replace the battery and wait at least three minutes before you close the battery door. If you have a rechargeable hearing aid, make sure the charger is plugged in and the lights are blinking green. Some chargers need to be reset and that button is usually on the underside of the charger.

• If you are wearing a hearing aid that has a dome that inserts into your ear, replace that dome and remove the white filter inside the receiver. If you have replacement filters, replace the old filter. If you don’t know how to replace the filter, take a “pin” and carefully pop off the filter. Hearing aids can function without a filter. If you don’t have extra domes, remove the dome and clean it

with soap and warm water, let it dry and put the dome back on the receiver.

• Always use a soft dry toothbrush to clean the dome every day. If you’re wearing a custom hearing aid (only goes into the ear….nothing behind the ear), you should be cleaning the “white” filter daily and if the hearing aid is not working, remove the filter.

Again, if you have replacement filters, replace the old one. If you don’t, leave the filter out.

• If you’re wearing a traditional BTE (behind-the-ear) hearing aid with an earmold, it is more than likely that your “tubing” is blocked with wax. In many cases, the tubing needs to be replaced.

This creates a big problem since 99% of our offices are closed. In the short term, I would remove the tubing from the “ear hook” of the hearing aid, and run very warm water through the tubing or even hydrogen peroxide. In addition, if you have a “pipe cleaner” run this wire completely through the ear mold. Please let everything dry out before putting the tubing back on the BTE ear hook.

• If you have hearing aids that are connected to an APP on your smart phone, remember the hearing aids are still operational whether you lose connection with your APP. Your hearing healthcare provider can provide you with technical support phone numbers from all of the major hearing aid manufacturers. They will help you reconnect your hearing instruments to your APP. Hopefully these trouble shooting steps will be helpful in rectifying your hearing aid issue. If not, contact your hearing healthcare professional and leave them a message. In my practice, we are checking messages on a daily basis and returning calls. If you have any additional questions or concerns, please feel free to directly email me at ikirsh@gardenstatehearing.com or 732-818-3610.

Please stay healthy, stay home, practice social distancing and I promise you there will be a bright light at the end of the tunnel.

All the Best!

Dr. Izzy

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By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

As information and anecdotal evidence is collected from around the world, more symptoms associated with COVID-19 have come to light. For example, if you’ve recently lost your sense of smell or taste, it could be a symptom of the novel coronavirus. Up to now, we’ve only heard the alarm sound if you develop a fever, headache, shortness of breath, or cough. But now, it is clear that the nose knows what’s going on (and possibly before the rest of your body).

For some people, it could be your only symptom, or it could be the first symptom to show up before the others. Either way, it’s your cue to stay home and take care of yourself. By that I mean ramp up immune support supplements (think of C, D, E and zinc), drink some natural herbal teas. But mainly, hole up at home for a couple of weeks so you don’t infect others.

These painless distortions of taste and smell often go under your radar until later, when a full-blown infection becomes more apparent. You can have a reduction, or complete loss of these senses. These symptoms are commonly associated with other viral upper respiratory diseases. Remember these symptoms the last time you had the flu?

Appetite goes down, food is unappreciated and it’s impossible to smell anything even if you don’t have a stuffy nose! But after the shivers depart, you can smell again. And you want to eat. There are

other some medications that can cause it, such as nifedipine, certain decongestant nasal sprays and phenothiazines (used for nausea or hiccups).

I am a big believer in essential oils, they are the ‘oil’ portion that distills from a plant, and I am diffusing eucalyptus in my home every day just because it has strong anti-viral activity. You can inhale it straight from the bottle. Does it cure anosmia? Of course not! But it’s great in terms of its ability to support your body with a strong, well known flu fighter!

Eucalyptus, bergamot and lemon balm are pretty good this time of year.

The warning about anosmia is being taken quite seriously and it should be.

I’m glad that anecdotal evidence has allowed us to quickly see this new symptom. It will serve to help us to know this as a population, as the pandemic continues to spread.

Before I sign off, I just have to make a point. You know I love natural medicine.

It’s head-scratching that many hard-core conventional researchers and medical doctors suddenly believe in the ‘anecdotal’ evidence accumulating about anosmia, but will completely dismiss anecdotal evidence about herbal medications that’s collected over centuries!

Not only dismiss it, but with great disdain! Anecdotal evidence does matter, and we’ll be relying on more of it in the coming months. I have a longer version of this article at my website if you’d like to read it.

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What New Jersey Is Doing To Help Its Citizens Manage The Finacial Impact Of COVID-19 By: Michael J. Deem, Esq., and Robert C. Shea, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates As the New Jersey Legislature shed its regular committee schedule, it voted Tuesday on a set of bills to set forth a package to combat the negative economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Some of the bills promise to infuse cash-strapped small- and mid-sized businesses with stimulus money to carry them through the hardest hitting months.

Others provide much-needed relief to those unemployed due to a COVID-19 diagnosis. Still others provide accommodations to conduct business while the country faces unprecedented curfews, lockdowns and prohibitions on travel that make business as usual a difficult proposition. All of the bills were introduced last Monday and passed the Assembly, and most passed in the Senate on Thursday. The ones that passed now await Gov. Phil Murphy’s signature.

Here is a summary of some of the bills that may affect the legal community: A3845 (Freiman) would authorize the state Economic Development Authority to make grants during periods of emergency declared by the governor, such as the declaration regarding COVID-19. The bill aims to help smalland mid-sized businesses and not-forprofit corporations meet their fi nancial obligations to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 by ensuring loan availability for working capital and to meet payroll requirements.

A3864 (Downey) authorizes notaries public to perform certain notarial acts remotely by allowing a individual to use communication technology to appear before a notarial officer as long as certain elements are met. The bill would not become effective until 90 days after the governor signs it.

A3844 (Freiman) would provide a mechanism by which businesses that suffer losses due to interruption as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic may recover losses if they had a policy of business interruption insurance as of March 9, 2020, the date on which the governor declared a public health emer-

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Three additional bills that aim to address lost wages and time off of work passed the Assembly and are headed for the Senate. They are: A3846 (Sumter) creates the “Temporary Lost Wage Unemployment Program” allowing individuals to claim for lost wages due to COVID-19 and requiring employers to pay wages to workers ordered under quarantine by licensed healthcare providers.

A3847 (Tully) allows local government employees to receive fully paid leave, without having to use any accumulated leave time, so long as the absence is related to COVID-19. This would apply to the employee or an employee who is caring for a family member who is diagnosed with COVID-19; directed by a medical professional or government agency to self-isolate or quarantine due to a suspicion or exposure to or diagnosis with COVID-19, or undergoing a period of self-quarantine or isolation pursuant to public health assessment recommendations. This bill is still awaiting Senate action.

A3849 (Lopez) would prohibit an employer from terminating or refusing to reinstate an employee if, during the public health emergency and state of emergency declared by the governor in Executive Order 103, the employee requests or takes time off from work based on a written or electronically transmitted recommendation from a medical professional licensed in New Jersey that the employee take time off of work for a period of time because of COVID-19.

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PROFESSIONAL PROFILE Advanced Foot & Ankle Specialists, PC: Treating Everything Below The Knee

By Michael Vandenberg Dr. Scott Amoss, DPM, CWS is a lot more than a “foot doctor,” as people often mistake podiatrists for. In reality, “we provide comprehensive lower extremity care,” he said. So yes, if your foot hurts, Dr. Amoss will be happy to help.

However, that barely scratches the surface of all the conditions he sees and the treatments he provides.

Dr. Amoss (pronounced like “famous Amoss”) grew up in nearby Ocean Township and has been connected to the Jersey Shore community and greater New Jersey area his entire life. Originally, he earned his Bachelor’s degree in chemistry at Rutgers and spent a few years in the chemical industry. However, that feeling of wanting to make a difference in people’s lives that drives all physicians caught hold of Dr. Amoss. He liked podiatry in particular because of its ability to help people really quickly.

“You can immediately have a positive impact on someone’s life. They come in pain, and can leave virtually pain free.” Scott Amoss became Doctor Scott Amoss when he graduated fourth in his class with numerous honors from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in 2000. He then completed a two year residency focusing on orthopedic, vascular, plastic, and reconstructive surgery, in addition to training in internal and emergency medicine, dermatology, and radiology.

After that, Dr. Amoss knew it was time to go out on his own, so he opened Advanced Foot & Ankle Specialists in Whiting.

17 years later, the practice is going strong and recently opened a new location in Toms River to be closer to Community Medical Center, where he’s a surgeon on staff. Critically, this new foothold also allows him, as a specialist in diabetic foot care, to help the growing diabetic community in the area.

While expanding served a logistically necessary purpose, Advanced Foot & Ankle has never lost its personal touch.

You’ll never just be passed off to whichever doctor is on the clock that day, because Dr. Amoss is proud to be a solo practitioner. “The patients see me and only me,” he said.

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His tight-knit support staff of seven ensures that you get the streamlined care you deserve.

That’s crucial in the field of Podiatry because, after all, things can get serious when it comes to Diabetes and foot complications. Luckily, Dr. Amoss is an Amputation Prevention Specialist as well as a Certified Wound Specialist.

Less serious conditions like hammertoes, ingrown nails, bunions, and athlete’s foot can be treated in the office, often during your initial visit! “We’re very conservative,” Dr. Amoss assures future patients. “I’m surgically trained but I only like to perform surgery when all other conservative means

One of Advanced Foot & Ankle locations is 601 Route 37 West, Suite 300 in Toms River (in front of the Ocean Eye Institute)

have been exhausted. It’s going to be painless.” He makes that possible by developing treatment plans for each specific patient.

Rest assured, Advanced Foot & Ankle is fully equipped to do so as soon as you come in. Both offices have digital X-rays so they can almost instantly see what’s going on and review it with the patient.

They also have a diagnostic ultrasound to diagnose soft tissue conditions, as well as a laser for treatment of pain and neuropathy, a painful nerve condition caused by diabetes and other issues.

They even offer MicroVas therapy, which gives much needed relief to patients with high levels of diabetic neuropathy, as well as vascular or PAD testing.

In addition to the most cutting edge podiatric technology, Advanced Foot & Ankle has professional-grade consumer products you need for immediate relief. They offer a great selection of diabetic shoes, for example, One of Advanced Foot & Ankle locations is 601 Route 37 West, as well as custom - made 400 Lacey Road in Whiting (in the Stop and Shop Shopping orthotics which provide arch Center) support and help correct the

imbalance in patients’ feet.

Advanced Foot & Ankle accepts most insurance plans.

(Medicare covers one pair of diabetic shoes per year!)

By having strategically-located offices, an experienced and focused staff, and tons of treatment methods and equipment at his disposal, Dr. Amoss is able to easily achieve his goal of getting you fast comfort and relief. When it comes to diseases like melanoma, for example, speed is absolutely critical. The most deadly form of skin cancer, melanoma has an especially poor prognosis on the foot because it often goes unnoticed for a long time.

Dr. Amoss diagnosed several of these cases last year, which probably saved those patients’ lives.

But sometimes conditions aren’t as complicated as much as some of the larger podiatrist offices try to let on. Dr. Amoss remembers one recent patient who came in after being with one such practice. “These eight doctors had exhausted all treatment options for this individual in pain,” he said. After years of getting the runaround, they told him there was noth-

ing they could do. The patient came limping into Advanced Foot & Ankle with what Dr. Amoss diagnosed in a matter of minutes as a simple corn on the tip of his toe. “We gave him a customized foot pad which helped him tremendously, and by the next day he came in to thank us and tell us how much better he was doing,” Dr. Amoss said. “He couldn’t believe he waited and wasted several years with this other group of doctors.”

At Advanced Foot & Ankle, you’ll get fast and customized treatment from a doctor you can trust. Give them a call today at 732-350-0100 and their very accommodating staff will be able to make an appointment for you with Dr. Amoss right away. And as the “urgent care of the lower extremity,” emergency app oint ment s are also available. Advanced Foot & Ankle is located at 400 Lacey Road in Whiting (in the Stop and Shop Shopping Center) and 601 Route 37 West, Suite 300 in Toms River (in front of the Ocean Eye Institute). Or check out their website AdvFootandAnkle. com for more information.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of APR 4 - APR 10

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): The best way to create a great outcome in whatever you do is to oversee the details yourself.

As this week unfolds you may be adored, but there will be some additional perks and advantages to performing hard work.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): In the week ahead, your remarks may be memorable. Someone may appreciate your grasp of the intricacies of a plot or a strategy. Your loved ones or a partner may have a handle on how to make more money by planning ahead.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): A few words in the right ears can break an impasse Some people may not understand your natural social skills. You may not understand why they seem so resistant to relaxing and having a good time.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Act on your insights in the early part of the week, when a spur-of-the-moment decision can prove profitable. Think about long-term earnings so that you and a partner can have more security and a comfortable financial future.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Tackle all your tasks with confidence in the week to come.

Your positive attitude will make people sit up and take notice. Because you are known to be reliable, someone might agree to trust you with a bigger job or more responsibilities.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You might be focused on peace and harmony not only for yourself, but for your family and friends as well. As the week flies by, you might find time for some romantic moments with a special someone and enjoy exploring hobbies in depth.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You could become fascinated by the latest fads and fashions.

Spending your money on something that won’t pay dividends, however, might feel wasteful.

In the upcoming week, your focus may turn to getting the most bang for your buck.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You probably know that knowledge is powerful, so learn a great deal in the week ahead and share it with others. You can make a favorable impression on loved ones and business contacts with your foresight and charitable attitudes.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Restrain your competitiveness. You might share the spotlight with others in group activities or when making public appearances. Be gracious towards those who share the stage this week and focus on making astute financial decisions.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Your tastes may be somewhat extravagant, but as the week unfolds, you might decide your interests are better served by waiting for a sale. To get the best that money can buy, you may need to save up your pennies over time.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Determine the most acceptable work levels before you take on a new project in the week ahead.

Wearing yourself out with an extra shift or additional duties might not be worth the bother unless it adds to your financial security.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): There may be no such thing as a lifetime guarantee when it comes to relationships. However, some people you meet early this week can become long-term friends, and those you already know will treasure you as a congenial companion.

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wolfgang puck’s kitchen Make A Spectacular Impression With Your Easter Brunch Table

By Wolfgang Puck CODDLED EGGS WITH SMOKED SALMON AND SORREL Serves 8 7 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened 1/2 pound (250 g) smoked salmon, cut into slices1/4 inch (6 mm) thick Freshly ground black pepper 1 1/2 cups (375 mL) heavy cream 12 sorrel leaves, stems removed Kosher salt 8 large eggs Toasted good-quality white bread, for serving Coat the bottom and sides of eight 4-ounce (125-mL) ramekins with 1 teaspoon butter each. Place them on a tray and chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.

Line the bottom and sides of each ramekin with the smoked salmon, distributing it evenly among the ramekins. Season the inside of each ramekin with some black pepper to taste. Spoon 1 tablespoon of the cream into the bottom of each ramekin. Return the ramekins to the tray and chill until ready to use.

About half an hour before you plan to serve the eggs, preheat the oven to 400 F (200 C).

Meanwhile, cut the sorrel leaves crosswise into julienne strips about 1/4 inch (6 mm) wide. In a nonreactive saute pan, melt all but 3 tablespoons of the remaining butter

over medium-high heat; add the sorrel and saute for 1 minute. The leaves will melt into a puree. Stir in the remaining cream and simmer, stirring frequently, until the volume reduces by half, 5 to 7 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper, and keep warm.

Bring a saucepan or kettle of water to a boil.

Carefully break an egg into each ramekin. Place a sheet of parchment paper on the bottom of a deep baking pan large enough to hold the ramekins comfortably.

Place the ramekins in the pan, evenly spaced. Cut eight squares of aluminum foil large enough to cover each ramekin and smear one side of each with the remaining butter. Cover each ramekin with the foil, buttered side down.

Slide out the middle rack of the oven partway and place the baking pan on the rack. Carefully pour the boiling water into the pan to come halfway up the sides of the ramekins; then, carefully slide the rack and pan into the oven and close the oven door.

Bake the eggs for 10 to 12 minutes until the whites are set but the yolks still look soft when you lift the foil on one.

Carefully slide the rack partway out of the oven and gently lift out the baking pan and remove each ramekin, placing it on a kitchen towel to absorb the moisture from its underside. Remove the foil, transfer the ramekins to serving plates, and carefully spoon the sorrel sauce around the edges inside each ramekin, surrounding but not completely concealing the yolks. Serve immediately, accompanied by toast.

(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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