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Performing Arts, Athletics Benched By COVID-19

─Photo Provided by Lindsay Williams Dance students of Howell resident Lindsay Williams are learning their dance steps online due to the coronavirus crisis that caused a six feet physical distancing requirement.

By Bob Vosseller HOWELL – Lindsay Williams has lived in Howell for about 10 years, and her passion is dancing and passing along that passion to young women. That is why she founded her Toms River based dance academy which due to the current social d ist a nci ng has been hard to maintain.

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school is among many youth oriented performing and athlet ic orga n i z at ion s and busi nesses i mpacted by the current lockdown to curb the spread of the coronavirus.

“The dance community has been severely affected as it is normally done in close contact with others, and we mainly cater

to children,” Willams said.

“The virus is impacting the way ch ild ren a re lea r ning and how we are all dealing with it, I own a dance studio in Ocean County, many of my dancers attend the Performing Arts Academy of Ocea n C o u n t y, a n d To m s River Schools,” Williams said.

She a d de d , “ t h is has severely rocked the small dance studio owner community. Nearly all of our events have been cancelled, like competitions, conventions, master classes and potentially our recital.”

During the current restrictions she has moved to online dance classes and Google (Benched - See Page 4)

Superintendent Provides Status Update On Remote Learning

By Bob Vosseller HOWELL – Superintendent of Schools Joseph Isola recently issued an update to members of the Howell School Community reviewing the status of the school district following its third week of remote learning.

Home instruction became necessary across the state and country due to the COVID-19 pandemic and Isola thanked the families, students and staff of the district for their cooperation and patience during this unusual period of time.

“Without your efforts, adaptability, and resilience, none of this wou ld be possible.

These days, now turned to weeks, are trying for the most patient of us.”

He added that “the consistently high level of communication, collaboration, and sharing

of resources between different groups has truly made an untenable situation much more tolerable. The primary mission of the school experience remains open.”

“Even with the most cur rent infor mation available to us, predict-

ing beyond the week at hand is nearly impossible. The decision to open or close school facilities is less and less in our hands,” he said.

“We are confident that together whatever decisions are made in the coming weeks, Howell (Remote - See Page 18)

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Monmouth Launches Program To Assist Restaurants

By Bob Vosseller FREEHOLD – Members of the Monmouth County Board of Chosen Freeholders launched a program to support county restaurants which are currently experiencing tremendous loss due to the current protocols in place to curb the spread of COVID-19.

There will be a new website TakeOutInMonmouth.com where those living in a particular area can see what restaurants are open to do take out.

During a live-streamed press conference on the county’s YouTube channel and Monmouth County government’s Facebook page, Freeholder Director Thomas A. Arnone outlined the details of the new initiative to be implemented.

“I spoke to all the mayors today and our program is going to be called “Take Out In (Restaurants - See Page 8)

Officials Praise Community Generosity During COVID-19 Crisis

By Bob Vosseller HOWELL – Township offices closed out March knowing it would be facing its budget adoption with a different meeting format as it held what might be its last meeting in the council meeting room.

During a March 24 meeting, which was closed to residents who instead e-mailed in their questions and comments, the governing body noted the status of the township during the early weeks of social distancing, remote learning and the closure of all non-essential (Community - See Page 11)

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Williams studio has been in Toms River since 2011, “we were just a few weeks from entering our 9th season.

We were around during Superstor m Sandy, and we were closed for almost two weeks due to power outages. That was nothing compared to this.”

Further recalling the experience of Sup e r st or m Sa ndy i n 2012 a nd it s after math into 2013, Williams said, “many of our families were devastated as we are very close to areas that were ravaged by the storm. I even helped out at the Crystal Diner, which is one block away from my location, serving coffee the day after. We have seen it all.”

“My dancers range in age from 18 months to 17 years old, for the most part spirits seem to be high with the older ones, the little ones don’t understand what’s going on and why we can’t meet together,” Williams said.

“We have videotaped many of the things we do with our preschool dancers and we are having virtual dance classes for the older ones using Zoom.

The kids join in and dance in their living rooms. It takes a little getting used to but we are making the best of it,” Williams said.

“Many prominent teachers and dancers in the industry are doing free live classes on Instagram, which is amazing. Our dancers are able to take class and learn from people they may never have been able too if not for our current situation,” Williams said.

Williams wants to put together an outdoor Dance Festival for the dancers in the Ocean County area who have had all of their events cancelled. “I would love to see the students perform what they have been working on all year.”

She even has a location in mind for her dream. “I would love to do it in Seaside Heights on the Franklin Avenue Stage on the Boardwalk. I think this would really bring the arts back into the community.”

BlueClaws Close First Energy Park and Postpone Events LAKEWOOD – The health, safety, and well-being of fans and st aff is always a priority. With that in mind, BlueClaws staff will work remotely beginning March 16 and FirstEnergy Park is closed to the public.

The staff will be available via phone (at the same 732-901-7000 number) and email, just as if they were in the office.

Upcoming Non-Baseball Events: National Anthem Tryouts scheduled for April 1 are now online only.

The Jenkinson’s Boardwalk Opening Night First Pitch Sweepstakes is still open for entries through April 5, though the prize redemption will be determined at a later date.

T he Je r sey Shore Wi ne Fest ival, scheduled for April 25, has been postponed to October 3.

Additional Questions: How can I pick-up my ticket package tickets? If you did not pick up your ticket package tickets on Saturday, you will be able to do so when the office re-opens.

Is the Claws Cove open? The Claws Cove will be closed. However, fans ca n shop on li ne 24 hou r s a d ay at BlueClaws.com/Shop. Orders will be processed as soon as possible.

When will the 2020 season begin?

We a re i n const a nt com mu n icat ion with Mi nor Leag ue Baseball, the South Atlantic League, state and local authorities and are preparing to play the season when all parties agree it is safe to do so.

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Attorney General Issues Guidance To Law Enforcement To Protect Public Against COVID-19 Pandemic

NEW JERSEY–Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal issued guidance to law enforcement agencies across New Jersey on steps to take to fulfill their duties to protect the public as effectively and safely as possible in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Attorney General Grewal spoke by phone this afternoon to the state’s police chiefs and other chief law enforcement executives to brief them regarding the new guidance, as well as measures being taken by Governor Murphy and the Department of Law and Public Safety to address the rapidly evolving situation.

“Faced with this unprecedented health crisis, our work as members of law enforcement is more important than ever,” said Attorney General Grewal. “Our law enforcement leaders and officers are among the best in the nation, and I know that, working together, we will rise to this challenge. The guidance we are offering today represents common sense measures, supported by health experts, to keep our officers safe while meeting our duty to protect our communities.”

The letter distributed today to all County Prosecutors and Law Enforcement Chief Executives addresses several critical areas: Keeping officers safe: the guidance specifically adopts best practices for law enforcement issued by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), recommends other social distancing measures, and lays out the process for law enforcement agencies to request additional personal protective equipment.

Relatedly, theAttorney General directed that divisions in the Department of Law & Public Safety may no longer hold in-person meetings and instead must use teleconference and videoconference capabilities whenever possible. Work-related travel and external meetings also have been suspended as measures to limit in-person interactions. The New Jersey State Police are also observing the CDC guidelines while communicating with civilians. For anyone who walks into the lobby at a State Police station, there is a glass partition between the visitor and the trooper to act as a barrier. To help keep conditions sanitary, every station is being cleaned twice daily. Local police departments are being urged to replicate these best practices.

Addressing staffing challenges: law enforcement agencies facing staffing shortages due to officers

contracting COVID-19 or becoming subject to quarantine are advised to exercise options including expanding use of Special Law Enforcement Officers (SLEOs) and relying on mutual aid agreements with their counties and neighboring municipalities.

Charging decisions: law enforcement officers and prosecutors are asked to consider delaying the filing of criminal charges in cases that do not imminently impact public safety. In addition, they are urged to consider the issues created by the COVID-19 pandemic in deciding whether to seek pre-trial detention, while noting that public safety and victim safety must remain the priority in any such decision.

Enforcement of COVID-related violations: the letter informs all Law Enforcement Chief Executives about the rules contained in Executive Order 104, and directs each County Prosecutor and the Division of Criminal Justice to have Assistant Prosecutors and DeputyAttorneys General on call 24/7 to assist in law enforcement officers in making charging decisions for any violations of the Executive Order. The Attorney General’s guidance relates only to violations of the Governor’s Executive Order, and does not extend to the violations of COVID-related county or local orders.

At the same time, because Executive Order 104 makes clear certain businesses are essential—including grocery/food stores, pharmacies, medical supply stores, gas stations, and healthcare facilities—the letter instructs officers to not enforce local ordinances that limit the hours during which those companies may receive deliveries, as well as to not enforce any other local ordinances (such as noise ordinances) in ways that would inhibit transportation companies from timely and effectively delivering food, medicine, and medical supplies to these essential businesses, during the pendency of the Public Health Emergency.

Enforcement of other Emergent Matters. Notwithstanding any court closures, law enforcement officers will continue to take all necessary steps to protect the public, and on any day where courts are closed, officers will handle all applications for Temporary Restraining Orders (TROs) and Temporary Extreme Risk Protection Orders (TERPOs) as they would on holidays, nights, and weekends.

Local Business Owner Nabbed On Tax Evasion

By Chris Lundy HOWELL – The owner of a roofing business admitted to tax evasion charges amounting to about half a million dollars.

Wilson Salas-Molina, 39, of Howell, pleaded guilty to tax evasion and failure to pay the IRS more than $540,000 in employment taxes, U.S. Attorney Craig Carpenito announced.

As the owner of US Contractor Inc. (a/k/a Wilson Contractors Inc., a/k/a WC Contractor Inc.), a roofing business in Monmouth County, he was required to withhold a portion of em-

ployees pay to hand over to the IRS. Instead, he cashed checks from roofing clients at a check cashing service, and then paid his 14 employees in cash. In this way, he was able to conceal his payment of wages, and didn’t pay the IRS the employment taxes.

The two counts - tax evasion and failure to collect, account for, and pay over payroll taxes - each carry a maximum penalty of five years in prison and $250,000 fine, or twice the gross gain or loss from the offense. Sentencing is scheduled for July 13, 2020.

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SPOTLIGHT ON GOVERNMENT Correspondence & Commentary From Your Local, County, State & Federal Officials

Bill Would Fix Sandy Problems Made Worse By COVID-19 From The Desk Of

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Chris Smith WASHINGTON, D.C. As Jersey Shore residents, businesses and towns face a whirlwind of economic upheaval at the hands the growing coronavirus outbreak, Rep. Chris Smith (R-4th) renewed his fight for victims still struggling financially from Superstorm Sandy as a result of the federal government’s unfair implementation of “assistance” programs established after the 2012 superstorm.

Smith’s legislation, intro-

duced Friday with co-sponsor Rep. Jeff Van Drew (R-2nd) who also represents Jersey Shore towns, mandates forgiveness of certain Community Disaster Loans (CDL) secured by NJ municipalities from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to help with Sandy recovery. It also addresses the lingering “duplication of benefit” problem by removing Small Business Administration (SBA) loans as a disqualifier for

people who sought and/or received federal money via Homeowner Reconstruction, Rehabilitation, Elevation and Mitigation (RREM) grants to help them recover in the wake of Sandy.

“These two Sandy-era programs should be fixed so that our towns and residents - many now out of work can focus on the crisis at hand,” said Smith. “As the second highest impact area for coronavirus, we need to meet the demands going forward. Instead of pressuring our towns, the federal government needs to accept responsibility for its past mistakes and work with us to address the future.”

Smith’s bill, the “Equity for Disaster Victims Act of 2020,” HR 6454, would fully

forgive the CDL loans towns took when devastated by Superstorm Sandy. Recently, FEMA has pressed municipalities to start repaying the loans despite the clear and original expectation that the loans could be repaid slowly, overtime and probably forgiven.

“As originally assured, the payments on the old Community Disaster Loans should be fully waived and fully forgiven,” Smith said. “Now is not the time to pressure our communities and demand difficult payments.”

Smith’s bill also includes a provision to amend existing law and clarify that an SBA loan is not a “duplication of benefit” or a reason to disqualify a grant applicant, provided that all federal as-

sistance is used toward a loss suffered in a major disaster or emergency.

“The faulty ‘duplication of benefit’ policy was partially abolished in 2018,” Smith said. “My bill will make it clear that the regulations established in 2018 also apply to disasters dating to 2011, including Superstorm Sandy, thereby short-circuiting any federal effort to take back or ‘clawback’ grants given to people who had already received an SBA loan.”

Smith said the bill should also potentially help those who were denied a grant during the application process because of a previous SBA loan, in light of reports that the state RREM program still has money.

“If the money is there, our

people who applied for a grant and were initially rejected because of the loan should be first in line,” Smith said.

“First and foremost, we must eliminate the bias in federal policy and then work together to provide funds for those who were wrongly denied.”

Smith has introduced similar legislation to eliminate the duplication of benefits in three previous Congresses (2016, 2017 and 2019). He said he will stay at it until justice is done for the victims of Superstorm Sandy.

Smith also said he will be pressing leaders in both parties in Congress to add his bill to the next coronavirus relief package as a way to expedite financial relief due to those still suffering from previous disasters.

Booker: FEMA Should Develop National Ventilator Database

WASHI NGTON, D.C. – In a let ter add ressed to the head of the FEMA Supply Chain Stabilization Task Force, U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) urged FEMA to create a

national database of existing U.S. ventilator supply that is accessible to states as well as a distribution program to immediately get ventilators to the areas that need them the most.

While plans for increased production of ventilators that will be available in the future is a positive development, those efforts will not help the states like New Jersey that need

ventilators now.

“I write today to urge you to immediately develop and implement a nationwide ventilator database and distribution program.

Doing so will help us send these devices to where they are needed, when they are needed, and inevitably save countless lives,” Senator Booker urged.

“As the leader of the newly-established Supply Chain Stabilization Task Force at the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), you are no doubt aware that our nation is facing a critical shortage of ventilators. Today, many health systems throughout the country are very close to

reaching their ventilator capacity. These systems have been war ni ng for weeks that as the number of COVID-19 cases continues to rise, there will be an insufficient supply of ventilators for every patient who will need one. In anticipation of this, many health systems and states are preparing ventilator allocation guidelines.[1] This is a national shame that should be felt deeply by our government, but it should also ignite immediate action.

“I urge you to use the information collected by F EM A t o c reat e a d atabase that illuminates where the vent ilator supply is throughout the cou nt r y and where the

greatest ventilator needs are. Using this database, FEM A should im mediately distribute all of the ventilators in the federal supply to the states that need them now. FEMA should also use this information to work with states and health systems to voluntarily redistribute some ve nt i lat or s f rom areas where they are not being used currently to areas that need them now.

In coordination with other federal agencies, FEMA should arrange to transport ventilators to where they are needed and ensure the volunteering entities that ventilators will be sent back to them as necessary,” Senator Booker continued.

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Monmouth.” We are gathering all the data.

We’ve already contacted our municipalities and our local chambers of commerce. We will be reaching out to all the businesses and those who have the data on all the restaurants that are still operating take out in their municipalities,” he said.

“I am sure (the restaurants) are minimizing their staff so that means people are unemployed but they are trying to keep their doors open. I can’t thank those owners enough that they are trying to make it work but I also understand those that cannot do it. Some people are just not set up to do that so hopefully this initiative for those that are will help and assist them.” Arnone said.

The Freeholder Director added, “we are actually creating a bag that I hope to show publicly which is a bag that we are going to give the businesses which is another expense that they don’t have to do. A Take Out In Monmouth bag. I hope other counties follow this.”

All operating restaurants in the state are only open to take out service while the current protocols remain in place restricting any form of public gatherings. Some restaurants have had to close as a result of the health crisis.

Arnone also provided an update during the news conference about the COVID-19 situation in Monmouth County and County operations.

“This is going to end one day. Hopefully sooner than later. Another big problem we have is our business climate and it is going to be devastating with what we are dealing with,” Arnone said.

He added, “The state of New Jersey is coming out with their initiatives, we have the Small Business Association paycheck protection program, the CARES Act and other initiatives to protect our business climate.”

Arnone noted that in addition to the restaurants there are “growers of produce that are transporting these vegetables to some of these still operating take-out places.”

He advised residents to go to the county website GrownInMonmouth.com to get information about that.

“These are some of the initiatives that we are going to build on and we are going to hopefully move forward with assisting our seniors,” Arnone said. He added that Freeholder Deputy Director Susan M. Kiley “is working very hard working with her department liaison for getting all the data for the senior areas that need assistance and need food. We are also going to rely on the data from our municipalities.”

“The good thing about Monmouth County here is the partnership that we have. I have to thank each and every mayor the way they are handling their situation and this issue in their town. Everyone is different but at the end of the day we are all looking together and working together to get the right outcome,” Arnone said.

Thrift Shop Needs Vendors For Flea Market

MONMOUTH COUNTY – Vendors are invited to take tables at the Flea Market set for June 6 at the St. Agnes Thrift Shop parking lot.

Chairman Irma Penta Fahrer announced she is taking applications now for vendors who want spaces to sell everything from

furniture to knickknacks at the community wide event. Spaces are $20 per spot and can be reserved by calling Fahrer at 908-902-8202.

The Flea Market will be open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and the lot is situated at Ave. D and West Highland Avenue.

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CASA Of Monmouth Named A Kidcents Charity

MONMOUTH COUNTY – The Rite Aid Foundation has selected CASA For Children of Monmouth to participate in its 2020 KidCents program, which annually supports a select group of nonprofit, kid-focused organizations committed to improving the health and wellbeing of children living in the communities Rite Aid serves.

“CASA of Monmouth is thrilled, once again, to partner with the Rite Aid Foundation through its KidCents program,” said Cindi Van Brunt, Executive Director CASA of Monmouth.

In addition to being selected as a KidCents charity, CASA of Monmouth will receive a $5,000 grant, which will be used to improve the health, safety and well-being of the foster children they support.

CASA of Monmouth is in its second year participating with KidCents. This is a wonderful way to support our kid-focused organization. CASA for Children of Monmouth County serves as the voice of children in foster care, and we work to ensure that every child is provided an opportunity to be placed into a safe, loving, and permanent home.

The Rite Aid Foundation welcomed a total of 481 nonprofits to its 2020 KidCents class – its

largest class ever.

The number of KidCents charities has more than doubled since the program’s inception in 2014, when 204 nonprofits comprised the inaugural class. Over seven years, The Rite Aid Foundation has contributed a total of more than $34 million to KidCents charities across the country, thanks to members of Rite Aid’s Loyalty program, Wellness+ rewards, rounding up their in-store or online purchases to donate to KidCents.

“More than 3 million Rite Aid customers actively choose to make meaningful contributions to help children in their communities through KidCents. The program’s growth is a testament to their generosity and commitment to building safer, stronger and more supportive communities for youth across the country,” said Jessica Kazmaier, president of The Rite Aid Foundation and Rite Aid chief human resources officer. “The 2020 KidCents class has the opportunity to prove that change adds up exponentially, and we look forward to helping them achieve their goal of giving kids better lives and brighter futures.”

For a full list of KidCents charities and to learn more about how Rite Aid’s wellness+ rewards members can support charities in their own communities, visit kidcents.com.

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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 609-978-0242.

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, during the course of a phone call, it is determined that an in-person visit is needed, then it is considered all part of the same visit.

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United Way Hosts Spring Tee-Off

JERSEY SHORE – The United Way of Monmouth and Ocean County will be hosting a spring tee-off at the Hollywood Golf Club in Deal on May 18 beginning at 11:30 a.m.

Reserve your spot early as the event sold old

last year. Brunch will be provided prior to shot gun, cocktails and dinner will follow afterwards.

Sponsorship opportunities are available.

For more information, contact Toni Pitts at 848-206-2036 or tpitts@uwmoc.org.

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Township Manager Brian Geoghegan said “in short order we have the task of coming up with a new way to conduct business by using various manager forums that I belong to and input from our various professionals.”

“I thank our IT staff for accommodating us and coming up with this as well. As well as everyone’s input,” Geoghegan said.

He added that there had been some inquiries about the township’s food pantry.

Their supplies are running very low so I’d like to announce to the public that if you are able to donate anything I recommend they contact either our senior center or our main Howell number at extension 2555 or Office of Emergency Management at the main Howell number extension 2906.”

“Our food pantry supports a lot of our senior citizens in the community and the pantry’s ability to give out more is depending on what they can take in,” Geoghegan said.

Councilwoman Pamela Richmond added that area blood banks are running low as well including one that recently reopened in the township. “We actually have one on Route 9 here so if everyone can get the word out that it is very important that we donate blood they can really use that. It is another opportunity to help.”

Councilman Thomas Russo commented “I put out a post on social media asking for volunteers to help deliver groceries to seniors and I received more volunteers than people in need which was absolutely amazing.”

“I received some calls from local businesses that had closed their doors due to the coronavirus and they offered to give away food to the residents of our township.

I’ve had friends call me about donating children’s clothes and baby formula. I had a friend call me recently who works at Costco who bought a 30 pack of toilet paper - which right now is like gold - for the sole purpose of giving it away to Howell residents who need it,” Russo added.

Russo said neighbors have been buying gift cards in bulk in support of local businesses. He also noted the Reilly family who wrote the words ‘stay positive’ on the side of their fence for people to see.

The Howell Times, April 11, 2020, Page 11 “The rain washed it away yesterday so they have the word ‘kindness’ on the side of it. The list goes on of acts of kindness and charity that have occurred and I have to say that if this has taught me anything, and it confi rms what I already knew about our town it is that we are a charitable good town. We look out for one another and it is really great to see,” Russo said.

Mayor Theresa Berger asked if there was a way to cut late fees incurred by residents at the current time. Geoghegan responded saying that was subject to state law but he would look into it.

The Township manager read comments from several residents regarding business of the council during the meeting. The first came from Dee Lindsay who has lived in Howell for 26 years.

She asked in her e-mail to the governing body several questions about how Howell residents could help hospitals with needed supplies during the COVID-19 crisis and how township employees were working during the pandemic. She also asked what the repercussions were for residents who were not following the state’s guidelines and were putting others at risk.

“I explained to her that our (Office of Emergency Management) was working in concert with the county for supply chains and locally we are only purchasing what we need to equip our local responders to avoid the hoarding issue that is depriving others of getting that equipment,” Geoghegan said.

“As far as some residents not following the guidelines our police department and code enforcement department have been very active with enforcing the directives offered by Gov. Murphy. We’ve had a few businesses that our police department has shut down because they were operating outside his (the governor’s) directive,” the Township Manager added.

Geoghegan said Town Hall had been closed a week prior to the meeting and since that time “we’ve scaled back further with limited staffing here in the building.

Most workers are working remotely from home.”

“Our senior center has reassigned a number of personnel they have been very active with the senior community contacting them on a regular basis the bus drivers have been reassigned to work with the meals on wheels program,” Geoghegan added.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Howell Reviews COVID-19 Status

By Bob Vosseller HOWELL – Township Manager Brian Geoghegan noted recently that while there had been some discrepancy in numbers being reported of those who have coronavirus in the township, that Township officials would continue to work through this issue as many towns are experiencing similar issues.

Geoghegan said that “upon a positive test for COVID-19 the testing facility (Personal Physician, Lab, Hospital, etc.) reports that result to the NJ Department of Health. New Jersey then notifies the Monmouth County Board of Health.

“At that point, the information is relayed from the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office to the Police Department. This information contains specific and detailed patient information including addresses.

This information is highly confidential and can only be shared with fi rst responders when responding to an identified location to help ensure their safety,” the Township Manager said.

Geoghegan added that “at the same time the Monmouth County Board of Health reports the number (without identifying information) to our Office of Emergency Management. This number is used for statistical tracking and is the number we most often publish. We have already identified a number of issues in reporting, the fi rst being zip code based. The second issue is where patients identify as their hometown.”

He gave the example of two patients have reported their hometown to be Ramtown.

This caused a delay in the numbers being reported as Howell Township. “We are working with the representatives from the various involved agencies to improve reporting processes. Regardless of the number reported, we cannot emphasize enough to our residents that staying at home, regular handwashing and social distancing.” Geoghegan said.

He noted that such practices are the best methods that residents can use to combat the spread of this virus.

“We understand that these can be very trying times for all. Our Municipal Alliance remains available as a resource to our residents. Please visit their Facebook page, Friends of the Howell Township Municipal Alliance, for further information. They recently published a Resource Guide that was provided from the NJ State Police,” Geoghegan said.

Geoghegan said there was also help for small business owners. “The recently passed federal CARES Act expands the ability to obtain loans under Section 7(a) of the Small Business Act through a new $349 billion Paycheck Protection Program subject to various requirements.” Find out more at sba.gov He advised those paying student loans, the CARES Act provides that through September 30 of this year (subject to various requirements; check with your student loan servicer) there shall be no federal student loan payment; interest on federal student loan payments; and garnishment of wages, Social Security and tax refunds for student loan debt collection.

“For lessees, tenants, and homeowners, Governor Murphy’s Executive Order 106 mandates that no lessee, tenant, homeowner, or any other person be removed from a residential property as the result of an eviction or foreclosure proceeding while the order remains in effect,” Geoghegan said.

The Executive Order also makes clear that Sheriffs, court officers, and their agents are prohibited from taking action to remove individuals from residential properties through the eviction or foreclosure processes for at least the next two months. The full Order is at nj.gov/infobank/eo/056murphy/pdf/EO-106.pdf Geoghegan said the Township has received a number of inquiries about various types of businesses and whether they are allowed to remain open in compliance with Gov. Phil Murphy’s directives.

“Our Police Department and Code Enforcement have visited a number of locations and recommended their closure. Most have been agreeable and complied. Please visit this link for guidance on which types of establishments may remain open. Also, the State of NJ is accepting complaints directly by visiting covid19/nj/gov/violation.

Geoghegan urged residents to monitor the Howell Township website, twp.howell. nj.us/covid19, “where we will be posting regular updates as they come available.

Additionally, we have implemented a phone number, 732-961-5111 where the information will be conveyed.”

This number should be made available to any person who may not have a computer or internet access. Geoghegan said residents can either visit nj211.org or dial 2-1-1 from any phone for more information about the COVID-19 virus and for resources available.

Hospice Volunteers Needed

Compassionate Care Hospice is looking for Volunteers who are willing to give companionship to a patient and or their family. This is a gift one gives to his or her self as the rewards are

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For more information please contact Kathleen O’Connell, Volunteer Coordinator 914-275-5766 or Kathleen.oconnell@cchnet.net.

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

Cooking Oils Are Not All Good For You

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. Do you whip up delicious meals without measuring a single thing? The oil you use in your kitchen can make or break your dish.

Did you know that some oils are harmful?

Did you know that fried chicken or French fries often use “hydrogenated” oils, which increase your risk of diabetes, heart attack, obesity and cancer? Some “partially hydrogenated” oils are even derived from soybean oil, discussed below. What’s in your kitchen?

Good oils that are high in Monounsaturated fats: Olive oil – Excellent source of antioxidants, polyphenols and essential fatty acids. It supports cardiovascular health and blood pressure.

Coconut oil – I’m referring to the unheated, unrefined, virgin coconut oil, which is healthy raw, or baked; don’t use super high heat. Please avoid “hydrogenated coconut oil,” this is man-made and contains trans fats.

Almond – A source of natural vitamin E, it has even less saturated fat than olive oil.

Almond contains monounsaturated fat (like olive oil). Almond oil goes rancid easily, so store it in a dark cabinet.

Good oils that are High in Omega 3 fatty acids: Hemp – This unrefined oil has a good amount of Gamma Linolenic acid (GLA), which is considered a healthy omega 6 that may relieve PMS and skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.

Flax – A fragile oil that shouldn’t be heated. It’s good to make salad dressings with. Refrigerate the oil. Too much may be goitrogenic (suppress iodine absorption) so avoid consuming high dose supplements for

extended periods of time. A little oil on your salad should be fine though.

Tea seed – This is one of my favorite oils because you can use it at high temperatures, the flavor is mild and it contains antioxidants like vitamin E. It has both omega 3 and 6 fatty acids. Do not confuse tea seed oil with the essential oil of “tea tree,” which cannot be ingested.

Bad oils that are high in Saturated fats or Trans Fats: Canola or Rapeseed – Some of you think this is a “healthy” oil because it’s very low in saturated fat and like olive oil, it’s high in monounsaturated fat. However, hexane is used as a chemical solvent to extract canola oil from the seeds, and pesticides are sometimes used. Bleaching too. It’s used for baking or stir-fry.

Margarine – This is a man-made chemical, do I need to say anything else?

Bad oils that are high in Omega 6, which can increase inflammation: Corn – It’s hard to find a non GMO version of this, unless it specifically says “organic” and plus, it may be bleached. Corn oil increases “oxidized” or bad cholesterol. Cooks (not me) recommend it for high heat.

Soybean – This is another oil that’s heavily refined and often genetically modified (GMO). Soy plants are somewhat toxic to humans, you didn’t know? Soybean oil, milk and tofu contain a lectin called PHG, short for phytohemagglutinin. PHG may interfere with digestion, affect memory and make your blood cells stick together (like clot).

People use soybean oil for stir-fry because of the high smoke point. Read your supplement bottles, soybean oil is used in many dietary supplements.

(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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Alzheimer’s Disease and Physical Therapy By: Elise Pavlick, DPT

WHAT IS ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE? Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, affecting one in eight Americans over the age of 65. Dementia is a general term for a variety of conditions that develop as a result of malfunctioning nerve cells in the brain. Research has shown that individuals with Alzheimer’s disease tend to develop abnormal structures in the brain, called plaques and tangles, that block communication between nerve cells in the brain and body. Plaques build up in the spaces in between nerve cells, and consist of a protein called betaamyloid. Tangles are described as a collection of twisted fibers made from a different protein, called tau, that develop inside nerve cells rather than in between them.

Because the nerve cells are unable to work properly, individuals can experience a variety of cognitive, behavioral, and physical symptoms. Alzheimer’s disease is progressive, meaning that is worsens over time, and although there is currently no cure for Alzheimer’s disease, medication and physical activity can be helpful in slowing its progression.

WHAT ARE THE SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS? The most common symptom of early-stage Alzheimer’s disease is difficulty remembering newly learned information. As we age, it is common to experience occasional memory loss or slowed thinking; however, serious memory difficulties and confusion are signs that the brain is not working exactly as it should.

As the disease progresses, individuals tend to experience mood and behavior changes, increased confusion about time and place, disorientation, and difficulty responding to the demands in their environment.

Physical symptoms accompany cognitive changes, particularly muscle disuse, difficulty walking, negotiating turns and obstacles, and loss of balance.

HOW CAN PHYSICAL THERAPY HELP? The physical symptoms mentioned above ultimately increase an individual’s risk of falling, which can possibly lead to serious injury. Research has shown the importance of physical activity for overall well-being.

During a physical therapy evaluation, a licensed physical

therapist evaluates various components of the body in order to determine impairments that may be contributing to a patient’s symptoms. From there, an individualized exercise program is created to meet the specific needs of each patient. A supervised exercise program, with the goal of increasing muscle strength and improving balance, will ultimately lead to improved safety awareness and decrease a patient’s fall risk. The following are important aspects that are addressed in each exercise program, as deemed appropriate by a physical therapist: STRENGTH AND FLEXIBILITY As Alzheimer’s disease progresses, individuals tend to become more sedentary, which leads to muscles becoming weak and tight. This is predominantly true for the muscles of the hips and legs. The lower extremity muscles are very important for standing and walking, so as they become weak, it becomes particularly difficult to perform daily tasks and ambulate, or walk around.

Physical therapy can help break this cycle by developing a safe strengthening and flexibility program to improve muscle performance. As an individual’s strength starts to improve, exercises may be altered or advanced to further maximize strength gains.

GAIT TRAINING In addition to developing an exercise program, a physical therapist will evaluate and determine the most appropriate assistive device for each patient in order to provide safe ambulation. The most common assistive devices are rolling walkers, single point canes, and quad canes. The physical therapist will educate and train the patient on how to correctly use his/her assistive device during ambulation.

If unsafe ambulation is identified during the initial evaluation, subsequent treatment sessions will consist of gait training, in order to maximize safety awareness. As quality of gait improves, the patient will be challenged to negotiate obstacles and ambulate on various surfaces, in order to simulate real life situations. Continued practice will eventually lead to improved safety awareness during community ambulation and while performing daily tasks.

BALANCE Along with safe ambulation, balance is by far one of the

most important aspects of minimizing an individual’s fall risk. Balance can be divided into two components: static and dynamic. Static balance refers to an individual’s ability to maintain balance while in a still position, whether that be while seated or standing. Dynamic balance refers to maintaining balance while moving. Both static and dynamic balance are addressed during physical therapy by simulating tasks that individual’s experience in their daily lives. These tasks include reaching, stepping onto and off of various pliable surfaces, and negotiating obstacles while walking. This is a great opportunity to not only challenge balance, but also memory, as the patient will need to follow directions and remember multi-step commands. By challenging balance in various ways, the body is better able to adapt and learn how to respond safely and appropriately during real life situations.

WHAT HAPPENS AFTER YOU FINISH PHYSICAL THERAPY? All of the factors addressed during physical therapy work together to improve overall function and safety.

Once an individual has achieved his/her goals and is ready to be discharged, the physical therapist will provide the patient with a home exercise program so that the gains made during physical therapy can be maintained. Physical therapy can provide the tools for success, however it is up to the individual to use the information he/she has learned to continue to maximize safety and functional mobility!

ELISE PAVLICK, DPT Elise graduated from the University of Delaware in 2011 with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology and a minor in Disabilities Studies. She continued her education at the University of Delaware where she earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree in January 2014. While at UD, she and a few classmates were chosen to present their case study, The Use of EMG Biofeedback as a Treatment for Facial Paralysis Secondary to Bell’s Palsy, at APTA’s Combined Sections Meeting. Elise has clinical experience in a variety of settings, including inpatient rehabilitation, acute care, outpatient orthopedics, and pediatric rehabilitation.

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We have immediate openings for the following positions: Part Time Server/ Wait Staff. Part Time Dietary Aide.

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CNA/CHHA - The Pines Senior Living Community is currently looking for entry level and experienced Certified Nursing Assistants for our Skilled Nursing and Assisted Living Communities: Skilled Nursing CNA $16/hr. FT 7-3 Skilled Nursing E/O Weekend (1) position. FT 3-11 Skilled Nursing E/O weekend (2) positions. Weekly pay! Weekend only positions - $20/hr Per Diem $18/hr Assisted Living CHHA or CNA $12/hr Weekly pay Full Time 3-11 (10 Days per pay) E/O weekend Memory Care. Full Time 11-7 E/O weekend. Part Time 11-7 E/O weekend 4 days a week. Weekend only positions $14/hr. Per Diem $12/25/hr Full Time positions offer competitive rate (based on experience), and excellent benefits including health, dental, life, paid time off and 401(K) with generous match after 1 year. Apply in Person to: The Pines, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or apply online at www.thepinesatwhiting.org.

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HOWELL – Howell EMS is currently accepting applications for Part Time Emergency Medical Technicians.

Requirements: • One year experience working within a 911 based EMS system.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Become A Volunteer Advocate For Victims Of Domestic Violence

MONMOUTH COUNTY – You can be the change you want to see in the world by joining 180’s life-changing mission today.

180 Turning Lives Around (180), a private non-profit organization in Monmouth County, continues to provide confidential support and advocacy to victims of domestic violence in the aftermath of a highly emotional and traumatic experience with the assistance of its dedicated response team volunteers at police headquarters throughout Monmouth County.

180’s volunteer Domestic Violence Response Team (DVRT) Victim Advocates are civilian members of the community who work collaboratively with law enforcement to provide support, information, and resources to victims of domestic violence. Advocates also discuss with victim’s safety planning and their legal rights in regard to obtaining a Temporary Restraining Order. By providing empathy and a crucial perspective of the situation, these specially-trained advocates help to empower victims to make informed decisions for themselves and their families.

The mandatory 40-hour training course for new volunteer advocates is being conducted by 180 staff April 21 through May 14, Tuesdays/ Wednesdays/Thursdays, 6 to 9:30 p.m. The

Tuesday sessions are being held at the Holmdel Community Center, 6 Crawfords Corner Road.

The location for the Wednesday and Thursday sessions is the courtroom at Hazlet Police Headquarters, 255 Middle Road. Training will be provided for free to successful applicants.

Basic requirements for volunteers to apply include that they must be eighteen years of age or older, have access to reliable transportation, possess a valid driver’s license, be willing to serve on an on-call shift basis, participate in an interview process, submit to background investigations and fingerprinting, and successfully complete the mandatory training. The police departments and 180 are committed to culturally and socially diverse teams to better serve the community. Bi-lingual capability is helpful. Prior knowledge of domestic violence is not required. The identities of the DVRT volunteers are kept anonymous.

For an application or additional information, contact Tina Morgan, Assistant Victim Support Program Coordinator, at tinam@180nj. org or 732 264-4360, Ext. 4272. Mention the town where you reside. Deadline to apply is April 10. Applications are also available for download at: 180nj.org/give-help/volunteering/ domestic-violence-response-team-advocate

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First, make sure that when there are any inspections or appraisals scheduled that the new home is vacated. It is acceptable to request that the current owners leave the home during the inspection to avoid person to person contact. Wearing gloves and a mask during the inspection is not unreasonable to protect yourself, your professionals and the seller.

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Continued From Page 1 Township Public Schools will be ready to adapt and meet our next challenges.”

The superintendent added that while district staff continues to work with students, suppor t families, and provide resources to those most in need, administrative teams and instructional

coaches will continue to adjust “our Remote Lear ning Plans. While most of these revisions are for our staff, you can view updates to our plan and any other COVID-19 updates at our COVID-19 Updates webpage.”

Isola said, “as the amazing efforts of our educators shift toward teaching new content within the various curricular areas, we would like you to be mindful of a few things:

• Teaching is a deeply personal act that is built on the relationships between a teacher and a student.

• Learning, and therefore teaching, is highly contextual. What is said during the act of teaching and the process of lear ning is relevant to that moment.

If heard in a different setting, those statements could be inter preted out of context and therefore misconstr ued.

• T he remote classroom is still a

l e a r n i n g e n v i r o n m e n t . Si n c e t h a t classroom may be entering your living room, we all need to work together to protect the confidentiality and privacy of our students and staff.

• Based on the above, we are request i ng t hat you do not record or take pict u res of video conferences; and please do not “live stream” video conferences to personal/private social media accounts.

Assuming there are no changes from this point forward, the district’s plans will be covered th rough the spr ing break which began on April 9.

He said the f irst phase of the district’s Remote Lear ning Plan, which ran from March 30 to April 9, featured more interactive, assig n ment-based model leveraging a variety of different web-based and district owned digital tools. “ Now t hat we a re wel l i n side of our remote lear ning experiences, the lessons will more explicitly focus on keeping pace within our cur riculum.

Some cu r r icu la have been a d apted to compensate for scope and pacing changes due to the pandemic needs,” Isola said.

Isola a dded , “all lessons w ill be cognizant of var ying access needs, as well as - and as always – the var ying lear ning needs of each st udent. We would like to remind you that during this remote lear ning period, we are operating under the policies that gover n home instr uction.”

The super intendent u rged parents and guardians to use the guidelines he outlined, regarding expectations for the teaching and lear ning experience.

By following the g uidelines, “we will be able to provide needed variety to the lear ning experiences and play a vital role in keeping your children engaged with their learning while they are at home,” Isola said.

“We will continue to communicate with you about our Remote Lear ning Plans and other supports we can offer you,” the superintendent concluded.

Planning and Zoning Boards Cancel Meetings HOWELL – Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, many public events have been postponed or cancelled. Several meetings of the Howell Zoning and Planning boards have been cancelled.

The Howell Township Zoning Board meeting scheduled for April 13, has been canceled. Also cancelled is the April 16 meeting of the Howell Township Planning Board.

Residents are asked to check the Zoning and Planning Board agendas each week for information pertaining to individual applications.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of APR 11 - apr 17

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): You enjoy being part of the crowd but may want to stand out in it as well. If you’re rebellious, your behavior might create some irritations. Don’t take too many undue risks in the week ahead, as you might upset a valuable relationship.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): When you sparkle brightly, you might be dazzling. The urge to mingle and socialize is strong in the early part of the week, but this might annoy someone who expects your undivided attention. Steer clear of dangerous hobbies.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Participating in group meetings, events and outings can bring you closer to people who will help you do better in business or in your job. Focus on creative endeavors, entertainments and hobbies during the earliest part of the week.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Peace and serenity might reign supreme on the home front as this week begins. A loved one might bring a little excitement into your life that puts an end to any boredom, but it could cause you a few worries.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Excellent communication can glue you and a partner together and help the two of you withstand minor disagreements. In the upcoming week, focus on maintaining a happy home life and put job-related ambitions on the back burner.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You might stumble on something that fits your wants and needs perfectly in the beginning of the week. You may make a rewarding purchase that satisfies your need

for beautiful possessions and makes fiscal sense, too.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Take your own weather to the picnic. Your cheerful, enthusiastic attitude can turn every frown upside down in the upcoming week. Get a handshake ready because you might meet people who will become bosom buddies.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): A passing comment can set you off on a research project as this week begins. Lofty social issues may preoccupy your busy mind, but a loved one might demand a bigger chunk of your time and interrupt your studies.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): A loved one or partner might offer suggestions that help you attain your financial ambitions. Take advantage of someone’s wise guidance in the first part of the week, but be sure to stash away some money for a rainy day.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Enjoy having free time on your hands and better luck than usual in the first part of the week. A romantic interlude might bring pleasant surprises, but by the end of the week you’ll be more passionate about material success.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You may end up getting burned if you make a big change too soon.

Family issues can cause a brief period of agitation.

Relax and let things come to you as this week begins and you should be satisfied with the results.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): A partner may focus almost exclusively on money and budgets, but you understand that it’s just their way of showing love and affection.Avoid making new contacts in the early part of the week when you aren’t at your best.

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wolfgang puck’s kitchen Rustic Soup Brings Back Warm Family Memories

By Wolfgang Puck I first learned to cook in a kitchen ruled by two strong, loving women: my mother and grandmother. They were both amazing cooks, and all these years later my mouth still waters when I think about the food they prepared.

They weren’t fancy about our daily food. Though they both knew how to prepare the finest traditional Austrian dishes, they ran our home smartly and frugally. They grew most of their own vegetables, relying largely on fresh produce straight from our home garden along with smart pantry staples.

Among their most reliable staples were dried beans. Of course, they grew most of the beans they used. I remember scarlet runner beans that they let dry on the vines in the summer sun before shelling and storing them. There were white beans like cannellini, too, since we lived so close to the Italian border. And I’m sure they bought more beans at local street markets.

For such an inexpensive ingredient, dried beans provide generous flavor and texture, not to mention abundant healthy nutrients such as B vitamins, potassium, complex carbohydrates and fiber, along with good amounts of protein but little fat and no cholesterol. More than just a great accompaniment, they’re robust and flavorful enough to serve as a main dish in their own right.

Take, for example, my recipe for white bean soup with root vegetables. With generous quantities of root vegetables, a little bacon for extra flavor (though vegetarians and vegans could leave that out), and optional garnishes of sliced cooked sausage and freshly grated Parmesan (also easy to omit for those who don’t eat meat or dairy), it’s definitely a soup that adds up to a meal in itself.

With very little effort on your part, my recipe - which you can make with any variety of dried white beans - yields a generous quantity: 3 quarts (3 liters), the equivalent of a dozen 1-cup (250-mL) servings. So, unless you’re feeding a crowd, you can refrigerate or freeze leftovers to reheat for later.

Add some warm, crusty bread, a salad of flavorful leaves like kale, arugula or endive, or just a simple slaw of shredded cabbage and carrots, and you have a perfectly satisfying dinner. It’s the sort of meal that will make you feel as if you’re dining by the fireplace.

Once you’ve made the soup a few times, feel free to start experimenting. Use different kinds of beans, vegetables and seasonings. Add a smoked ham hock or turkey leg, if you like. In other words, make the recipe your own, reflecting whatever you have available that’s in season.

In other words, cook like my mother and grandmother did.

WHITE BEAN SOUP WITH ROOT VEGETABLES Makes 3 quarts (3 L) 2 cups (500 mL) dried white beans 1/4 cup (60 mL) extra-virgin olive oil 2 1/2 quarts (2.5 L) store-bought good-quality low-sodium chicken stock or broth, or vegetable stock or broth

2 ounces (60 g) smoked bacon, about 3 slices, cut crosswise into strips 2 medium yellow onions, peeled, trimmed, and diced 2 large carrots, trimmed, peeled, and diced 2 small celery stalks, trimmed and diced 1 small bulb celeriac, peeled and diced 6 large garlic cloves, peeled and chopped 1/4 cup (60 mL) tomato paste 1 large tomato, about 8 ounces (250 g), peeled, seeded, and chopped 2 or 3 large fresh basil leaves 2 or 3 sprigs fresh Italian parsley 1 sprig fresh thyme 1 sprig fresh rosemary 1/3 cup (85 mL) sherry wine vinegar 2 teaspoons sugar Kosher salt Freshly ground white pepper Sliced cooked sausage, for garnish, optional Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish, optional Start prepping the beans the night before. Little by little, spread them out on a clean work surface and sort out any grit or other debris or malformed beans.

Put the beans in a strainer, and rinse thoroughly with cold running water. Then, transfer them to a bowl, add cold water to cover them by at least 2 inches (5 cm), and leave at room temperature to soak overnight.

Start cooking the soup at least 3 hours before serving time, first draining the beans thoroughly.

Heat a large stockpot over medium heat, and add the olive oil. Add the bacon strips and cook, stirring frequently, until they have browned lightly, several minutes. With a slotted spoon, remove and discard the bacon.

In another pot, bring the stock or broth to a boil over medium-high heat; then, reduce the heat and keep warm.

While the stock is heating, add the onions, carrots, celery and celeriac to the pot containing the oil and bacon fat, and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until they begin to turn tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the garlic, tomato paste, chopped tomato and drained beans. With kitchen string, securely tie together the basil, parsley, thyme and rosemary. Add the bundle to the pot along with the vinegar and sugar. Pour in the hot stock or broth, and stir well. Season lightly with salt and white pepper.

Raise the heat, and bring the liquid to a full boil.

Then reduce the heat to medium and cook, stirring occasionally, and adding more stock or fresh water as needed to keep the beans fully covered.

When the beans are tender, remove and discard the herb bundle. Ladle out 2 cups (500 mL) of the beans and vegetables and puree them in a blender or food processor, carefully following the manufacturer’s instructions for processing hot liquids safely without spattering. Stir the puree back into the pot. Taste and adjust the seasonings with more salt and pepper.

To serve, ladle the soup into heated bowls. If you like, garnish with sausage and Parmesan cheese.

(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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