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By Patricia A. Miller STAFFORD − They came by the hundreds to protest against racism and to suppor t blacks who have died in police custody.

The participants gathered near the Mallard Island Yacht Club here on the morning of June 6 before they hit the sidewal k s nea r t he Dorland J. Henderson Br idge over Manahawkin Bay. Stafford Township police called the event a “peaceful march.”

“We have no major incidents to report,” police posted on the department’s Facebook page.

“Our local organizers worked incredibly well with our department, and all of the estimated 1,500(+) marchers were respectful and genuine. To all of our law enforcement partners who assisted us today, a special thank you to you as well!!”

Many marchers wore T-shi r ts to protest.

“End police brutality.

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−Photo courtesy Sarah Creutzinger Ayla Creutzinger, Age 4, takes part in the peaceful protest.

20 Mayors Call For State Reopening

By Chris Lundy OCEAN COUNTY – Twenty Ocean County mayors sent a joint letter to Gov. Phil Murphy calling for the state to be opened back up to save the economy.

Everyone has been educated on how to slow the spread of COVID-19, and business owners should be allowed to open up with safety features in place, the mayors said.

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The stay-at-home orders have worked to slow the virus, the letter said. However, the state needs to relax restrictions on commerce.

“Our citizens have learned to adjust and adhere to social distancing guidelines along with the businesses who have been fortunate enough to be allowed to open,” the letter stated. “Those businesses have (Mayors - See Page 13)

By Chris Lundy OCEAN COUNTY – Don’t feed the bear and stay away from him/ her. That’s the message township police want to get out after several sightings of a black bear.

The first sighting was near the Manahawkin Regal Cinema, Stafford Township Police said.

Stafford Township Patrol, Stafford Township Animal Control, and the NJ Division of Fish and Wildlife were dispatched to the area, at which time the bear was found resting in a tree between the Regal Movie Theater and McDonalds.

After a while, the bear climbed down from the tree and headed west into the wooded area, appearing to head back in the direction of the Stafford Forge Wildlife Preserves.

A short time after that, Stafford Township was notified of an additional sighting of the bear in the Cedar Run section of town.

Later on, the bear was spotted in the Parkertown section of Little Egg Harbor, according to police.

It is assumed that these were all the same bear.

If you see it, police urge residents to stay away and report its location to the local police.

T he Ne w Je r s e y Division of Fish and Wildlife have advice on what you should do if you live in an area where black bears are likely to roam.

The most important thing to do is not leave food or garbage out that can attract a bear. Often, bears will wander through yards on their way elsewhere; it’s a good idea not to leave anything out that might make them stick around.

“One person feeding bears can create a problem bear that may affect the entire neighborhood,” the Divison said.

Generally, bears will avoid people, but they (Bear - See Page 12)

Cedar Creek Elementary School Celebrates Win In Recycle Contest

By Bob Vosseller LACEY − While the end of the 2019-20 school year looks a little different this year, Cedar Creek Elementary School of Lanoka Harbor has something to celebrate – placing fourth in the national PepsiCo Recycle Rally contest.

This is Cedar Creek’s third consecutive year placing among the top five schools in the K-12 competition.

PepsiCo Recycling awarded Cedar Creek Elementary $35,000 for recycling an estimated 14 million containers, with help from the local commu-

nity, during the 2019-2020 school year. Students learned about the importance of recycling through hand-on recycling lessons, by collecting items and participating in inner-school competitions.

The school also engaged the Lanoka Harbor community by placing bins around town and inviting local businesses to contribute their recyclable items including a trip to the local Wawa every morning to pick them up.

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Continued From Page 1 teacher Marini Zito served as PepsiCo Recycle Rally staff sponsor. She said it was a friendly competition with her husband that led to a student recycling movement, which has inspired community-wide behavior change.

Tom Mooradian, PepsiCo Senior Manager of Environmental Sustainability said “PepsiCo is engaging the next generation to inspire an increase in recycling. PepsiCo Recycle Rally offers funding, resources and incentives to enable and encourage K-12 schools to recycle and is active in over 7,000 schools across the country.”

Funds awarded will go toward campus

sustainability initiatives or other important projects benefiting the Cedar Creek Elementary School student community.

The school was awarded $35,000 for recycling efforts during the current school year.

The school can use the cash prize for sustainability initiatives or other important projects benefiting the student community.

PepsiCo Recycle Rally is a free program offering funding, resources and incentives to enable and encourage more than 7,000 K-12 schools to recycle. With help from the local community, Cedar Creek students recycled an estimated 14 million containers during the 2019-2020 school year. The school has recycled an estimated 43 million containers since joining the program in 2016.

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“We brought Recycle Rally to Cedar Creek to create a movement that would include our entire student body. It doesn’t matter where you are academically or socially, recycling allows every student to make a big impact.

We’re proud of our students’ achievements and the extent to which they’ve galvanized the Lanoka Harbor community around a single cause,” Zito said.

Mooradian said that PepsiCo Recycling is committed to advancing PepsiCo’s vision of a world where plastic need never become waste and understands that the future of recycling requires the involvement of the next generation. In its tenth year, Recycle Rally continues to harness the passion and activism of young people to improve recycling where they live and study.

The program is designed to energize K-12 students around recycling, to help students understand the impact of their efforts, and to celebrate their achievements. Recycle Rally is part of PepsiCo Recycling’s broader efforts to support a circular economy.

“We commend Cedar Creek Elementary School for placing among the top five schools competing in the Recycle Rally Challenge League for the third consecutive year,” Mooradian, said.

Mooradian added, “we are thankful for long-standing partnerships with schools who share our belief that environmental sustainability is vital to our future, and we are inspired by Cedar Creek’s impressive organization of a community-wide effort.”

This year, PepsiCo Recycle Rally awarded more than $350,000 in cash prizes to schools that collected the highest quanti-

ties of recyclable material in the contest’s Challenge League, measured by weight, and Universal League, measured by bag count.

The 2019-2020 Recycle Rally program began at the beginning of the 2019 school year and concluded a month early in March 2020, due to school closures related to COVID-19.

Since the program launched in 2010, Recycle Rally schools have recycled more than 34.5 million pounds of PET, HDPE, aluminum, fiber, glass, and other plastics and metals, diverting these materials from landfill.

The PepsiCo Recycling initiative, introduced on Earth Day 2010, brings innovative recycling solutions to colleges and universities, K-12 schools, gas stations and popular retail locations across North America with the goal of increasing beverage container recycling rates.

With programs including college and university container collections and Recycle Rallies – and the help of many strategic partners, students and community members – PepsiCo is on its way to capturing more recyclables and creating a culture of recycling. For more information on Recycle Rally and the full list of winners, visit pepsicorecycling.com/RecycleRally.

PepsiCo Recycle Rally is a free program that provides recycling funding, resources and infrastructure to U.S. K-12 schools needed to instill proper recycling habits at a young age and close a national shortfall in recycling education.

Since its inception, Recycle Rally has kept over 600 million recyclable containers out of landfills and is now active in over 7,000 schools.

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY Letters To The Editor

F EATURED L ETTER Dying Of Isolation With reference to the ar ticle in the May 23, 2020 Manchester Times “Manchester Residents May Be Dying Of Fear,” I agree that this may be true. However, it may also be true that they are dying of isolation. Isolation can cause depression and panic attacks, among other things, which may result in chest pains, dizziness and even slurred speech.

These people have had their known lives pulled out from under their feet – no clubhouse, no f lea markets, no thrift shops, no expos, no library, no banks, no estate sales or yard sales, and most of all no church!

Also, many don’t have a computer. We read the papers and watch the news but are usually told to go to some website. We don’t have FaceTime or Skype to visit with others.

People can waste away when there is virtually no place for them to go but crazy! Many may be there already, but many more might also go there shortly if they do not open up the state and release us from this solitary confi nement.

God bless you all and may we be back at our church services soon.

Betty Valentine Whiting

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Silence As Trump Tear Gasses Public We watched as tear gas and rubber bullets were used against a peaceful crowd exercisi ng t hei r First Amendment rights to assemble and protest in Lafayette Park across from the White House, the People’s House. This was done to clear a path for the current occupant to stride across the park, wielding a Bible for the sole purpose of having a photo op at St. John’s Episcopal Church. Rather than offering words of wisdom, hope, and healing in the face of our suffering, the President instead sought to drive us further apart, using faith as a weapon.

As an American and an Episcopalian I am deeply disturbed. I have attended peaceful protests and marches in that very park and worshiped as an Episcopalian in our nation’s Capital and here at home in New Jersey. Last night we witnessed a stunning betrayal of our Constit ution, an utter lack of presidential leadership, and a corrupt, co-opting of Christianity.

Every one of us deserves to feel safe in our communities. The President’s actions will not deter a single looter. They will not contribute to easing the unrest. They do not restore order. T hey do not make us safer. And, of cou r se, he is doi ng nothing to retur n us to the still-u rgent task of fighting the pandemic that is ravaging New Jersey and America; or the task of improving healthcare a nd st re ng t he n i ng ou r communities.

As we face this time of deep un rest and cr isis, Re p. Ch r is Sm it h’s silence is deafening. New Jerseyans sent Smith to Washington to support his party when it is right and defy it when it is wrong.

I n st e a d , he r ef u se s t o stand up to the President,

Letters To there The Editor weren’t four white even as our constitutional rights are trampled upon, and he has left New Jersey to survive dual tragedies without his leadership. If these injustices were happening in China he would be st andi ng up for the protesters’ human rights, but as our own democratic fabric is shredded he does nothing. Smith and his cowardice do not deserve to represent our community anymore. He won’t speak up and he won’t lead. Send me to Congress and I will.

As a United States Foreign Service Officer and diplomat I proudly worked t o a dva nce democ r a cy and human rights overseas. As the Democrat running to represent New Jersey’s 4th District and serve our country again, I will always speak out and fight back when our democratic foundations are threatened.

I pray we find our way out of this darkness. I pray our voices and our votes will be heard from sea to shining sea on November 3rd as we stand united for liberty, justice, and equality for all.

Stephanie Schmid Little Silver Candidate, 4 th District

Today’s Crisis We are living in a tumultuous time. And, I’m n o t w r it i n g a b o u t t h e pandemic or CV-19, but rather about a time descend i ng i nto lawlessness supported by some through ignorance.

What happened to George Floyd was truly hor rendous and should never have occu r red.

But, was it racist; white against black? Perhaps, perhaps not. I th i n k it could be argued that some police officers, most of which are honorable people, suffer from an air of super ior it y where they think they are better than ever yone else. It could have been that. After all,

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police officers that were involved in the murder of Mr. Floyd. There was one white, one Hispanic, one Asian and one other black officer involved.

What we may be witnessing is likely not about race at all; but, a highly organized attempt by fascists to disrupt our government and take over our way of life using black and some white people as their puppets. When you view videos of bricks being piled up in strategic areas of violence to be u se d by loot e r s, whe n you see videos of paying other people cash to commit acts of violence, that should be telling anyone with a brain that something else is going on.

T he dist u rbi ng thi ng here is where were our i nt el l ige nc e a ge ncie s?

Shouldn’t they have been aware of an impending c r i si s b efo r e h a n d a n d have prepared for it? Our i ntelligence agencies have work to do to repair t hei r d a m age d re put ations. This was an opportunity lost.

I hesitate using the word “leaders” when referring to elected off icials, but r at her prefer t he word “representatives” as some are certainly not leaders.

When you see the mayor of NYC releasing criminals ar rested for their violent behavior without bail during these turbulent times, does that not smack of stupidity? Does anyone think that these criminals are not going to repeat their abhorrent actions of destruction?

T he re is a n ele ct ion coming up and your vote mat ters. Please choose c a r e f u l l y a n d w i s e l y.

Our founders were truly g e n i u s e s fo r m i n g o u r Constitution and Bill of Rights. But, it’s up to us to decide if we are to live by a system of laws or descend into chaos.

Hysterical, I’m laughing but it’s not really funny.

Have you seen congressional candidate David Richter’s newest commercial?

Is David Richter actually bragging about being an outsider??? And then he proves it by showing himself all over Congressional District 2 in his commercial. Well guess what? David is running in Congressional District 3 not Congressional District 2! David may have grown up in South Jersey decades ago, but does he truly represent us?!

David is a carpetbagger whose primary address is in Princeton where he lives and pays taxes. He’s tried to run in two other districts before he decided that the 3rd district would be his fall back. Now he thinks he can use his money to get elected in the 3rd congressional district.

To those of us who live in CD3, I hope we are smarter than that. Let’s not choose a rich carpetbagger who only cares about the pin he gets as a congressman.

Our congressional district has unique issues.

They need to be addressed by someone who knows and understands them and has a proven track record of success with our local businesses. In this July 7th Primary, let’s be sure to vote for Kate Gibbs. Let’s elect someone who isn’t running as an outsider to our district but is someone who has worked successfully to bring CD3 what it needs.

David Richter brags about being an outsider, while K at e G ibbs ha s l ive d , worked and has cut taxes in our congressional district.

CD3 let’s choose the proven leader with a proven track record and not the guy who jumped into CD3 when he realized he couldn’t win CD2.

Joe Semiraro Bayville

Alyssa Fitzharris Toms River

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

Framework Announced For Comprehensive Police Reform Legislation Capitol Comments Senator Cory Booker

WASHINGTON, D.C. − U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) announced the following framework for comprehensive legislation to stem the tide of racialized police violence in the wake of the horrific murder of George Floyd by law enforcement.

“Persistent, unchecked bias in policing and a history of lack of accountability is wreaking havoc on the black community.”

Booker said. “Cities are literally on fire with the pain and anguish wrought by the violence visited upon black and brown bodies.

There’s no one singular

policy change that will fi x this issue tomorrow - we need an entire set of holistic reforms to improve police training and practices, and ensure greater accountability and transparency.”

The following is Booker’s framework: • Holding police accountable in federal court for misconduct by: reforming 18 U.S.C. Section 242, the federal statute governing police misconduct, by modifying the intent standard necessary to prove a case, and reforming the qualified immunity doctrine so that individuals are not entirely bar red from recovering

damages when police violate their constitutional rights.

• Improving transparency into policing by collecting more accurate data of police misconduct and use of force incidents by: creating a national police misconduct regist r y to ensure problematic officers can’t avoid accountability by changing departments, and requiring state and local law enforcement agencies to report use-of-force incidents to the Department of Justice.

• Improving police training and policies by: banning religious and racial profiling, providing funding for racial bias training for law enforcement, incentivizing states to adopt policies banning no-knock warrants, and incentivizing states to adopt policies banning the use of choke-hold and other airway restrictive holds in their use-of-force policies.

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COMMUNITY NEWS C LUB N EWS , A CTIVITIES , E VENTS & A NNOUNCEMENTS

Police Department Announces Junior Police Academy

WARETOWN – The Ocean Township Police Department will once again be sponsoring a Junior Police Academy this summer starting on July 6 to 10.

The Junior Police Academy is not a “boot camp” for troubled youth, but a camp designed to operate like an actual police academy. You do not have to want to be a police officer to enjoy this camp!

The objective of the Junior Police Academy is to educate the recruits with various police procedures, history of law enforcement and familiarization with numerous specialty units within the law enforcement field such as Police K-9, Special Weapons and Tactics (S.W.A.T.), Traffic Safety, Haz-Mat and Emergency Management, Motorcycle Patrol, Bicycle Patrol and Criminal Investigations to name a few. The curriculum will consist of educational activities as well as physical training.

Those wishing to participate in the Junior Police Academy must: Must be a current 4th, 5th or 6th grade student (all students eligible) Must be eager to learn and participate!

Applications are available at the police department lobby and are due to be returned no later than April 13. Due to the overwhelming response the last several years and the increase in attendance we will be limiting enrollment to 50 recruits. Acceptance will be on a first come first serve basis.

The cost of the academy is $75 and a check or money order is due at the time the application is returned. Applications can be picked up at police headquarters or downloaded online at twpoceannj.gov/police under Community Outreach.

Any questions, contact Ptl. Michael Cicero at 609-693-4007 ext. 317 or via email at: MCicero@twpoceannj.gov.

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STAFFORD - We all have favorite songs that instantly transport us back to special times in our lives. Music is one of the most effective tools to enhance the lives of patients with dementia.

Even patients with advanced dementia benefit from listening to the old familiar songs they loved. They come to life and many speak for the first time in months or years.

The Stafford Township Recreation Department’s Awaken Memories With Music project is looking for donations of Ipods, MP3 players, over-the-ear headphones, device chargers and ITunes cards to kick off a community effort to get music into the lives of our neighbors with dementia.

With the help of caregivers, volunteers will personalize each device with a patient’s

favorite songs. The players are then given to the patients to keep and enjoy the benefits every day.

Players can be dropped off at the following locations: • The Recreation Office at Town Hall, 260 East Bay Ave. • The Bay Ave.Community Center, 775 East Bay Avenue • The Pine Street Recreation Building, 25 Pine St. For more information, call Deb Budesa at 609-597-1000 Ext. 8583 The mission of the Stafford Township Recreation Department is to fulfill the recreational needs of the community and to develop a variety of quality programs that fit and address these needs.

Ocean Recreation Hosts Trip To Tropicana Holiday Show

WARETOWN – The Township of Ocean Recreation is sponsoring a trip to Atlantic City Tropicana Holiday Show on December 7.

Tickets are $30 per person. Price includes show ticket for the 3:30 p.m. matinee, $15 slot play and driver’s gratuity. Lunch on your own. The bus will board at 10 a.m. from Township of Ocean Community Center 239 11th Street, Waretown. Bus departs from Atlantic City at 6:30 p.m.

A typical Broadway dance ensemble of 10 dancers and two female singers who will light up the spirit of the Holidays. From Jingle Bells to Carol of the Bells, this ensemble will make you remember what the Holidays are all about.

A magnificent Holiday themed set with hundreds of costumes, the dancers and singers will make you believe in miracles, in fairytales and in Santa!

Coming Soon To Barnegat: Drive-In Movies

BARNEGAT — Drive-in movies have returned during the COVID-19 crisis around Ocean County.

Barnegat Recreation will show three drive-in movies at the public dock starting at 8:30 p.m. on various dates. The

schedule includes: June 27: “Frozen 2” July 10: “Grease” July 31: “The Lion King” Social distancing rules remain in effect and all patrons must stay in their vehicles.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Police: Busloads Of Looters Just A Rumor

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – There was never going to be an attack by looters or domestic terrorists in Toms River, and it was all a rumor spread on social media, police said.

There were plenty of rumors before the event, and even days later. People shared statements that Antifa was going to go door to door looting houses. Another rumor stated that a terrorist group chartered two buses to go to the event.

“There is absolutely no evidence to support either,” Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley Billhimer said. “I put out a statement Monday night (the night of the protest) to try to quell the social media rumors that were circulating. The rumors continued throughout the day…despite our best efforts to accurately inform the public. Both are completely untrue and are the result of people sharing misinformation on social media.”

The rumors had been started first on Twitter by an account claiming to be affiliated with Black Lives Matter. It was later revealed to be a neo-nazi group posing as BLM. In the news over the last week, reports have come in about racists making peaceful protests worse by lying on social media, mixing in with protesters to attack police, or leaving bricks near protest sites with the expectation that protesters will use them.

The Toms River protest itself was peaceful and brought together about 300 residents, clergy police, and elected officials. They prayed and walked together in unity to protest the murder of George Floyd and systemic racism.

It had been started by Toms River resident Katrina Garcia.

“I can’t be more proud and honored” with regards to her fellow protesters. “They really kept with the goal, which was peace.”

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Ocean County Freeholders Call For Completion Of New Veterans Clinic

By Bob Vosseller OCEAN COUNTY – Members of the Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders again voiced their opposition to toll hikes on the Garden State Parkway and the New Jersey Turnpike noting the increases do nothing but harm Ocean County commuters already adversely affected by business closures during the coronavirus pandemic.

The Board passed a resolution on June 3, that strongly urged Gov. Phil Murphy to veto the minutes of the Turnpike Authority that approve the toll increase.

Freeholders also repeated the request that an Ocean County representative take the seat currently available at the table of the Turnpike Authority.

“I don’t believe Ocean County’s concerns will be heard until we again have representation on the authority that oversees our toll roads,” Ocean County Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari said.

“We are a county of 600,000 residents and a very large percentage of our population are commuters. We need to have a voice on an authority that is willing to take our money and provides little in return,” Vicari said.

Vicari added that toll hikes bring little benefit to the citizens of Ocean County as much of the money collected helps subsidize transportation in northern New Jersey including rail.

He added, “New Jersey has not given Ocean County’s motorists any traveling options. This Board has long supported a rail line as a transportation alternative in Ocean County. Yet after years of studies, this has not moved forward by the state.”

Vicari, who also serves as liaison to tourism, said the increase in tolls also will

negatively affect the state’s multibillion-dollar tourism industry, which is a leading economic engine in Ocean County, providing more than $4.8 billion annually.

The Freeholder Director said that it was also important to highlight that the Parkway is used for more than just leisurely travel in Ocean County.

“It’s a designated evacuation route during times of emergencies and Ocean County, as a tourism destination sees its year-round population nearly double, which could result in a million or more people having to use these roads to leave the area during a natural disaster,” Vicari said.

Despite the county’s continuing efforts to encourage the state to bring long-needed improvements to Route 9, the other northsouth artery in Ocean County – the road has not changed since it was first constructed in the 1920s, with very few areas upgraded, remaining one lane in each travel direction throughout the course of the County, Vicari noted.

“Ocean County has been continually informed by state transportation officials that dualization of Route 9 will probably never occur,” Vicari said. “So where does that leave us?”

Vicari strongly recommended the state Legislature consider a New Jersey income tax deduction for commuters who pay at least $500 in toll costs per year as verified

by EZ Pass.

“Instead of asking for more maybe there is something the State can do to help our commuters. Clearly most people using the parkway and turnpike are doing so to get to and from work. It’s their livelihood and we shouldn’t charge them more for that,” Vicari said.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Restrictions Lessened For Bars, Restaurants With Alcohol

By Bob Vosseller TRENTON – Restaurants, bars, and other establishments licensed to serve alcoholic beverages have been given the nod to prepare to reopen for outdoor sit-down service with social distancing practices in place.

Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal and the Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) announced provisions allowing them to expand their licensed premises to include increased outdoor service space permitted under Gov. Phil Murphy’s Executive Order.

The ABC issued a special ruling that allows licensees to apply for one-time, temporary permits to extend their “licensed premises” – that is the area in which they are permitted to serve alcohol – to include decks, patios, parking lots, sidewalks and other open outdoor areas adjacent or close by their premises, to correspond with increased seating capacity once they reopen. The permits will expire on Nov. 30.

The action comes after the governor issued Executive Order No. 150, which permits restaurants, bars and other food or beverage establishments to reopen for outdoor sit-down service effective 6 a.m. June 15.

A previous Executive Order allowed those establishments to remain open during the COVID-19 state of emergency, but only for pickup or delivery services. On-premises service of food and alcohol has been prohibited to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus.

As it was expected that municipalities across the state would seek to allow restaurants and bars to expand their service footprint, both on their property and onto shared property, to accommodate outdoor service, ABC is granting temporary permits that will allow licensees to expand liquor service into these areas.

“As New Jersey’s bars and restaurants reopen sit-down service to patrons, we are doing everything we can to help meet their needs to serve patrons while also complying with the social distancing requirements in place to prevent a resurgence of COVID-19,” Grewal said.

He added, “our first priority is to protect the health and safety of all New Jerseyans as

our state embarks on the road to economic recovery.”

James Graziano, Acting Director of the Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control said, “we are committed to enabling New Jersey’s retail consumption segment of the alcoholic beverage industry to resume sit-down service with safeguards in place to protect public health” Graziano said, “the Special Ruling we’re announcing today will help offset the economic impact to licensees caused by a reduced capacity of patrons allowed on-premises at any given time.”

The executive order will allow food or beverage establishments to open for service in outdoor areas provided that tables seating individual groups are six feet apart, and includes a number of safety and sanitization protocols that the Department of Health will be issuing.

It also permits establishments to expand service into outdoor areas to increase seating capacity. The “COVID-19 Expansion Permit” allows licensees to extend their premises onto areas adjacent to or contiguous with the licensed premises, where they may provide for the sale and service of alcoholic beverages as on the primary licensed premises.

The ABC Director may also permit a licensee to expand its premises onto non-contiguous property, provided the property is in reasonable proximity to the licensed premise and the licensee has safeguards in place to ensure that alcoholic beverages will be sold and served in a manner that protects public health, safety and welfare.

The provision to expand services into outdoor areas calls for licensees to demonstrate that they either own the property or have permission from the owner to use it for serving alcohol.

They must offer the same services in the expanded area – i.e. food service – as they do on-premises. Examples of permissible expansion areas include decks, patios, sidewalks and parking lots next to licensed premises, as well as parks and other public rights-of-way, as long as they are accessible from the licensed premises.

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Bear:

Continued From Page 1 follow their stomachs. They learn quickly that humans have food. They will go after human food, garbage, pet food, and even birdseed or small livestock. If the food is easily accessible, they will return to the source.

This is where the problem begins. Once a bear gets used to a location, they stop being afraid of humans. They become a nuisance and may even become aggressive.

Following are more important tips to avoid attracting bears: • Use certified bear-resistant garbage containers and keep the container outdoors. Cer tif ied bear-resistant trash containers have passed a formal testing procedure and are proven to keep bears out.

• If not using certified containers, store all garbage in containers with tight-fitting lids and place them within a secure location where bears are unlikely to see or smell them. For example, leave garbage containers in your basement until morning of garbage collection.

Occasionally, bears have tried to enter buildings in search of food, so use caution.

• Wash trash containers with a disinfectant solution at least once a week to eliminate odors. Examples of disinfectant solution include hot water and chlorine bleach or ammonia.

• Put out garbage on collection day,

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• Use certified bear-resistant community dumpsters in housing developments and gated communities.

• Store recycling containers in a secure building and only put them outdoors on the day of pick up. Empty recyclables, like beverage cans, bottles and food containers can attract bears.

• Clean up after your pets.

• Do not feed pets outdoors. If you choose to feed them outside, immediately pick up any leftover pet food and remove bowls after they have finished.

• Store pet food in bear-resistant containers inside of a secure area, like your basement, garage or a secure shed.

• If your pet stays outdoors, such as in a rabbit hutch or a dog pen, bring your pet inside at night.

• Animal pens should be located at least 50 yards from forest tree lines or other sources of cover for bears.

• Dogs that approach bears may be injured or killed.

• Walk dogs on a leash if you live in bear country.

• Keep dogs indoors or in a secure kennel at night.

• If you live in areas with high black bear populations, use motion sensor lighting or tur n on an outdoor light and check the yard before taking pets outside at night.

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Continued From Page 1 Black lives matter. Color is not a crime.”

Even a cocker spaniel marching with one family had a shirt with “I can’t breathe” printed on the front.

Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer also attended the event with some of his employees.

“Great job by both Laura Esposito for organizing the event and great job by Stafford Police Department for keeping everyone safe,” he wrote on the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Facebook page.

Schneider Juste - one of the event organizers - recently attended a demonstration in Asbury Park and was so impressed he decided to help put one together for Stafford/ Long Beach Island.

The Southern Ocean Times, June 13, 2020, Page 13 “You want to make a change,” said Juste, a recent Southern Regional High School graduate. “You have to start in your own backyard.”

The event began at 10 a.m. and ended at 11:30 a.m. Drivers on nearby Route 72 honked at the marchers to support them.

It was one of many held throughout New Jersey and the United States to protest the death of George Floyd, a 46-year-old Minnesota man who died recently after Minneapolis police pinned him on the ground. One cop kept his knee on Floyd’s neck for more than eight minutes. A deli employee had dialed 911 because he thought Floyd had bought cigarettes with a counterfeit $20 bill.

The event was also organized by Laura Esposito and Olivia Sattan, who are also Southern Regional graduates.

−Photo courtesy Kyle Gronostajski Peaceful protesters gathered in Stafford Township and marched on the bridge to Long Beach Island for racial equality.

Mayors:

Continued From Page 1 adjusted their standard practices so that commerce can continue in a safe manner.

It is time to allow all others to follow suit.”

The letter was initiated by Berkeley Mayor Carmen Amato, who said the text was written by himself, Stafford Mayor Gregory Myhre and Point Pleasant Business Administrator Frank Pannucci.

Recently, the governor has eased some restrictions, including setting dates for when more restrictions will be cancelled.

The summer season is already upon us, and already valuable weeks have gone by, the mayors said.

“It is in everyone’s best interest to allow those that want to work and spend to be free to do so,” they said. “We realize your restrictions are being lessened in phases, but that is not quick enough. They need to be

done now and businesses need to return to normal operating procedures with the ability to handle normal inventory and customer demands to the best of their ability.”

During the last few months, the mayors said they have seen people working together, making sacrifices, and helping each other to get through the pandemic. The officials had faith in the residents and business owners that this will continue when everything opens up again.

Not everyone is going to feel safe shopping once restrictions are lifted, but they should be given that option, they said.

The joint letter was a way of showing a unified, bipartisan front. It was signed by the mayors of Bay Head, Beach Haven, Beachwood, Berkeley, Brick, Lacey, Lakehurst, Lavallette, Little Egg Harbor, Long Beach Township, Manchester, Mantoloking, Ocean Gate, Point Pleasant, Point Pleasant Beach, Seaside Heights, Seaside Park, Stafford, Toms River and Tuckerton.

Waretown Historical Society Meets Monthly

WARETOWN – Meetings of the Waretown Historical Society are held on the third Monday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Little Red School House Museum, 182 Wells Mills Rd. The months of March, June, and September feature programs. Events will be announced.

Hours for the museum are every Friday in

July and August from 1 to 3 p.m. The museum is also open any time by appointment. The museum is normally open when the township holds a special program at the lake.

For information on membership and volunteers call Linda Bleeke at 609-618-1311 or e-mail lmbleeke@gmail.com

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During this pandemic, due to the frequent use of wearing a mask, dozens have “lost” their hearing instruments or broke a receiver wire. Many other patients have a “dead” hearing aid and the only way to fix it is to send it back to the manufacturer. Remote programming would be a complete waste of time in these instances.

We have continued to offer “curbside services” and/or drop off services at our Toms River office. This concierge service is critical during this time of uncertainty as well as the increased importance of communication with family and friends.

As our offices begin to transition to opening again, the “new normal” will require us to scan temperatures, ask patients specific questions related to covid-19 symptoms, stagger appointments so there’s no more than two patients in our office at the same time and allow extra time to disinfect all areas once the patient has left. This “new normal” will significantly limit the total number of patients we can see but it’s absolutely critical to follow these procedures at least for the remainder of the year.

For over 30 years, Garden State Hearing & Balance Center is here to help anyone who is suffering from hearing loss and/ or 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 support.

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Did you know a lady came to America from Spain, lied about her age to receive in vitro fertilization and had twins at the age of 66! Also, it’s true that a woman’s uterus expands to the size of a watermelon by the third trimester!

According to the World Fact Book, the United States lags behind many other countries in terms of maternal death rate.

Countries that do better than the U.S. include the United Kingdom, S. Korea, Japan, New Zealand, France, Portugal, Canada, Germany, Israel, Iceland and many others. No one is clear on why the U.S. has higher mortality for new moms giving birth, but it’s something that prompted me to do more research. I don’t have a specific answer to that statistic, however, I can certainly offer general vitamin tips to get your body ready for pregnancy, especially if you’ve been taking oral contraceptive medications.

Vitamin B9. Should you take Folic Acid or Folate? The answer is folate. Folic acid is a man-made B vitamin that is always given to women by doctors. It’s suggested to reduce the risk of spinal cord issues such as spina bifida or other neural tube defects. So the recommendation is to take “folic acid” but I’m suggesting “folate.” It’s a more biologically active form of the same nutrient called vitamin B9. But “folic acid” is not the same as methylfolate. Folic acid does not have the “methyl” group that methylfolate has.

They’ll tell you it converts in your body, but by the time the folic acid metabol-

ically converts to methylfolate, there’s pretty much nothing left! So look for a prenatal that contains “methylfolate” or “folate” in its ingredient list. Those forms are the superior, methyl-promoting forms of “folic acid” and high-quality prenatal vitamins today contain those.

DHA. There are many, well-designed studies proving the benefits of DHA for proper fetal development. The healthy compounds from this special fish oil transfer from mother to baby via placenta, during breast-feeding and can also be given supplementally to a toddler.

DHA is also needed for proper mental and motor skill development. It can help with allergies and even attention span.

Babies born with adequate amounts of DHA have improved levels of cognition.

If you have been on “The Pill” for more than a year, then you may want to consider a few other important nutrients.

Certain B vitamins as well as C appear to diminish as well, as does your levels of magnesium, selenium, and zinc. Your blood levels might be elevated, but your cells could be starving. There are tests to determine that of course. Vitamin D and probiotic status are impacted from use of The Pill.

Getting your body ready for the strenuous pregnancy ahead requires a lot. Consider trace minerals, a prenatal vitamin that contains “folate” not folic acid and superfoods.

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Answer: Congratulations to you for having the courage to challenge yourself and finish what you started. It’s not easy for anyone to go back to school, especially after a long

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This is a necessary step in learning how COVID-19 is being spread. Contact tracers talk to people who have been diagnosed positive and then learn who they have been in contact with. Those people are then urged to quarantine until the window of time where they would develop symptoms has passed.

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Slip available in Barnegat Light NJ The slip is 60 ft and located at the High Bar Harbor Yacht Club on Long Beach Island in Barnegat light. Docks are floating with power, water, cable and pump out. Slip rental comes with all yacht clubs benefits including club house, pool, private individual bathrooms with showers, full kitchen and lounge.

Slip is D-8 located on second to last dock overlooking the bay and Barnegat Lighthouse with quick access to Barnegat Inlet. For information and rates contact Manager Mark at 609-494-8801.

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Glaziers/Carpenters/Helpers Wanted - Experience in doors and window installs, storefronts, doors, mirrors, curtain wall, shower doors. must have Clean Drivers License.

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Items For Sale Bowflex Extreme - Rod pull unit over 200 pounds of resistance. The unit is in pristine condition. I paid over $1,400, will sell for $500. You pick up. Ground level In Toms River.

Glen at 973-271-0726.

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Items Wanted CASH PAID!! - LP records, ste-reos, turntables, musical instru-ments, guitar, saxophone, CD’s, reel tapes, music related items. Come to you.

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

(17) COSTUME/ESTATE JEWELRY Looking to buy costume/ estate jewelry, old rosaries and religious medals, all watches and any type of sterling silver, bowls, flatware candlesticks or jewelry. Same day house calls and cash on the spot. 5 percent more with this AD. Call Peggy at 732-581-5225. (t/n) $$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ Jewelry and watches, costume jewelry, sterling silver, silverplate, medals, military items, antiques, musical instruments, pottery, fine art, photographs, paintings, statues, old coins, vintage toys and dolls, rugs, old pens and postcards, clocks, furniture, brica-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid. Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius. 732-364-7580. (t/n) CASH, CASH, CASH! - Instant cash paid for junk cars, trucks, vans. Free removal of any metal items. Discount towing. Call Dano 732-239-3949. (t/n) Vinyl Records Wanted - Paying cash for Rock, Reggae, Blues, Elvis, Jazz, Metal, Psychedelic. Very Good condition only.

Call Rick 908-616-7104.

(25) Entire Estates Bought - Bedroom/dining sets, dressers, cedar chests, wardrobes, secretaries, pre-1950 wooden furniture, older glassware, oriental rugs, paintings, bronzes, silver, bric-a-brac.

Call Jason at 609-970-4806. (t/n) U s e d G u n s Wa n t e d - A l l types: collectibles, military, etc.

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Now Hiring – The Goddard School on Route 70 is seeking full time Teacher’s Assistant and leads for the upcoming school year. We provide a warm, loving environment for children up to six years. Must have a flexible schedule, available Mon-Fri. Benefits include paid time off, 401k and paid lunch on Fridays. To learn more about these positions, email your resume to toms river2nj@goddardschools.com Home Health Care Company Now Hiring RN’s, LPN’s and CHHA in Ocean & Monmouth Counties! Flexible scheduling. Work in your community.

Weekly pay. Career advancement. Comprehensive benefits.

Call 732-505-8000 today. (t/n) Certified Home Health Aides Needed for Ocean County area. Hourly and live-in positions avail. P/T and F/T. Call CCC at 732-206-1047. (t/n) 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.

(16) Part Time Food Service - STARTING RATE OF $11.00/hr. Scholarship opportunities. Flexible Schedules.

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

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Legals Manchester Township - NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that there will be a Municipal Election held in Manchester Township on Tuesday, November 3, 2020. Position to be filled is for three (3) vacant Council seats, elected at-large for a term expiring December 31, 2024. Petitions will be available beginning June 15, 2020 by calling the Manchester Municipal Clerk’s office between 8:30 A.M. and 4:00 P.M. at 732-657-8121, ext. 3200, One Colonial Drive, Manchester Township, Petitions will be mailed to those candidates wishing to participate in this election, and may be mailed to potential candidates.

Deadline for filing petitions is 4:00 p.m. on Monday, August 31, 2020.

SABINA T. MARTIN, R.M.C. Municipal Clerk.

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Prompt courteous service. Reasonable-affordable. Senior discounts.

Honest-reliable. Low rates. Free estimates. References. 732-8994470 or 732-915-4075.

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

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

Call Joe Wingate 551-804-7391. (33) Nor’easter Painting and Staining, LLC - Interior and exterior. Decks, powerwashing. Affordable. Senior discounts. References. No job too small. Fully insured. 732-6910123. Lic #13VH09460600. (19) Car Service - 24/7. Doctors, shopping, airports, hospitals, cruise, shops, Atlantic City, family functions, NYC accomodations for large groups. Call for reasonable rates. Kerry 732-606-2725.

(19) When You Need A Caregiver Call Lucy - European Registered Nurse, 25 years. US Eldercare experience, 17 years. Live in/out, hourly, negotiable. Leisure Village West resident. 732-657-1409 (H), 732-833-3273 (C).

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Family owned. Fully licensed and insured. Call Bob 732-616-5007. (t/n) PQ Painting & Home Improvement Services - Over 5 decades of service in NJ. Visit us online at pqpaintingservice.com. Winner of Angie’s List Super Service Award.

Free estimates, reasonable rates, fully licensed and insured NJ Lic #13VH06752800. Call 732500-3063 or 609-356-2444. (t/n) SPRING CLEANUPS - Landscaping restorations carpentry masonry renovations repairs downed branches hedges shrubs bushes mulch stone debris removal demolition cleanouts dumpster service provided by a Licensed A901Hauler.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE State Health Officials Issue COVID-19 Guidelines For Summer Camps

TRENTON – New Jersey’s Department of Health today issued COVID-19 health and safety guidelines for summer youth camps following Governor Murphy’s executive order allowing operations beginning July 6.

The opening of youth day camps will provide New Jersey families who are in need of childcare services with a viable option in addition to traditional childcare centers. The guidelines provide procedures for camp operators to implement health and safety standards for staff and campers such as screening, hygiene, social distancing and staff/camper ratios.

“Summers for our children means being outdoors and engaging in activities with friends, and for many, day camps are an important part of their summer,” said Health Commissioner Judith Persichilli. “These guidelines will help ensure the health and safety of our children, camp workers and the greater community from the infection and spread of COVID-19.”

Executive Order No. 149, signed by Governor Murphy, allows the resumption of childcare services, youth day camps and organized sports.

Youth summer day camps will be permi ted to operate on or after July 6 provided that they develop and implement a COVID Operational Plan that meets the requirements of Executive Order 149 and the guidelines. All summer youth camps are required to submit the Youth Camp Attestation Form to the Department of Health no later than 24 hours prior to the opening date.

Under the guidelines, cloth face coverings for staff and campers shall be worn when social distancing of 6 feet between assigned groups cannot be maintained. Staff are also encouraged to wear cloth masks while working unless doing so would inhibit the individual’s health; the individual is in extreme heat outdoors; or the individual is in water. Cloth face coverings should not be put on children under age two because of the danger of suffocation.

Daily health screening for COVID-19 will be put in place at entry for campers and staff. Both indoor and outdoor camps should ensure, to the maximum extent possible, that groups include the same children each day and that the same staff remain with the same group each day.

Mixing between groups should be restricted.

Residential and overnight camps are not permitted. In addition, off-site activities, field trips, contact sports and inter-group competitions are prohibited.

Youth camps are licensed by the state Health Department, and applications must be completed and submitted at least 14 days prior to the start date of activities.

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By Bob Vosseller TOMS RIVER – While Gov. Phil Murphy announced the planned reopening phase of the state to reach step two on June 15, Ocean County officials are reminding residents and visitors that social distancing is still essential.

While restrictions are gradually being relaxed across New Jersey, Ocean County residents need to remember easing social distancing measures are not an option according to Ocean County Freeholder Gerry P. Little, liaison to the Ocean County Board of Health.

Little said, “we are certainly pleased to see our residents are slowly getting back to doing some of the things they enjoy.

Whether its spending time at our beaches and boardwalks, parks and golf courses or just enjoying the beautiful weather, people must remember this pandemic is far from over and maintaining social distancing measures are still mandated. Lives are still at stake.”

Phase two of the governor’srestart and recovery plan will permit non-essential retail businesses and child daycares to reopen, youth sports leagues and summer camps to commence, schools and universities to hold graduations - all with modified business plans.

The Ocean County Health Department (OCHD) advises that there is no mixed message regarding the easing of restrictions.

“The last thing the public health community wants to see is a trend backwards. It’s so imperative people not perceive the loosened restrictions to mean they can just move on from the social distancing measures including outdoors in public spaces,” explained Daniel Regenye, Ocean County Health Department Public Health Coordinator/ Health Officer.

Regenye added, “no one said that social distancing is optional. While there are more vulnerable populations than others, it’s still everyone’s responsibility to do their part in protecting their communities.”

The OCHD released a COVID-19 public health response summary last week confirming that older adults are still our most vulnerable residents. As of June 1, slightly over 30% of the 8,770 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the county were individuals over 65 years of age and accounted for 79.72% of all deaths.

Ocean County has one of the highest senior populations in the Garden State with nearly 300,000 older adults.

Regenye went on to explain that the COVID-19 virus does not discriminate.

The OCHD report also identified that individuals aged 19 to 64 made up slightly

more than 62% of all COVID-19 cases and approximately 15% of deaths in the county.

“We just want people to play it smart as we move forward. We are still in uncharted waters and while we are learning so much more everyday about this virus we still need our residents’ cooperation as restrictions are eased and more people start to congregate whether it’s outdoor or indoor spaces,” Regenye said.

The OCHD advises it’s important to continue to follow these public health recommendations; • Wear a cloth face covering if out in public.

• Practice social distancing (keep at least 6 feet away from you & others).

• Follow good respiratory hygiene recommendations.

• Cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue or sleeve, not your hands.

• Wash hands often with soap and water.

Use an alcohol-based sanitizer if soap and water are not available.

• Stay home if you are sick and avoid sick people.

• Review CDC travel advisories if planning travel.

• No mass gatherings.

“There will be many more restrictions being revised and new phases implemented as we move forward during the pandemic, but the message is clear – follow the rules for everyone’s sake and we can all hope to have a happy and healthy summer,” Little said.

Little added, “don’t let some of the images you currently see on TV and social media allow you to think that large gatherings of people not adhering to social distancing measures is the right thing to do. We understand that people are anxious to return to some normalcy but let’s just do it the right way.”

For further information concerning COVID-19 guidelines visit the OCHD website at ochd.org. The OCHD is also providing a general COVID-19 Information Call Hot Line for residents and clinicians to answer questions regarding the coronavirus. The number is 732-341-9700 ext. 7411.

The NJDOH (NJPIES) hotline is available for questions 24/7 at 1-800-222-1222 or by dialing 2-1-1. Other related sources; for medical COVID-19 questions call 1-800962-1253 (24/7) or Text NJCOVID to 898211 to receive alerts.

Additional information can be found at: • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website at cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019n cov/summary.html • or New Jersey Department of Health website at: state.nj.us/health/cd/topics/ ncov.shtml.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of june 13 - june 19

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Barter and business might interfere with your rest and relaxation. In the week to come, it may be wise to try to live up to someone’s ideal and prove your commitment to their happiness by being supportive.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): When life is in a state of flux, perhaps the best thing to do is to stop and take stock. You may hope to make a profit through smart moves, but consider waiting to make investments or purchases until later in the week.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Venus has stalled on its journey through your sign, which may focus your interest on things of beauty that permeate your everyday life. Socializing can be a good thing, but it could interfere with your work in the week ahead.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): The more friendliness you display, the more friends you should attract. As the week unfolds you may be in contact with people who are interested in what you have to say. Put creative projects aside for a few days.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): All for one and one for all might be your motto as this week commences. You might become interested in a humanitarian outreach program or serving your community in some small way.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): High expectations may let you down. Something’s value is based on what an interested buyer will pay, not the price you set. In the upcoming week, be forgiving and supportive if a loved one is vague

about details or is feeling uninspired.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Be good without being gullible. It’s usually easy to forgive someone who is sincere. You may have a distinct lack of interest in your job or become confused by instructions. By the end of the week your enthusiasm will probably be restored.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Your faith and support will impart optimism to loved ones.

Your words can be powerful tools that cut a path through someone’s vague misgivings. Hold off on major purchases until the end of the week.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Dissatisfaction can raise its head if you are stuck at home or faced with tedious tasks. Although it may be difficult to muster the energy to change routines, you can still enjoy spending time with loved ones.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Set a good example but don’t set off in a new direction.

Continue to concentrate on whatever you have in progress but wait until the end of the week to launch new projects that require clear thinking.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Your ability to make sound financial choices may be somewhat impaired during the upcoming week.

It’s a better idea to concentrate on contributing something worthwhile to a group or making friends with your co-workers.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Just being artsy and craftsy may not work out well right now.

Your creative ideas should be more manageable by the end of the week. Keep your chin up and don’t let a lack of enthusiasm bring you down.

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A SWEET, CITRUSY, MOSTLY MAKE-AHEAD FINISH TO YOUR FATHER’S DAY MEAL

By America’s Test Kitchen

L e m on i cebox p i e , a cl os e relative of key lime pie, is a favorite in the South. It started as a no-bake pie -- a bonus i n t he r el ent l essl y hot and humid South -- that is stored in the refrigerator and served chilled. Eaters love it for its cool, oh-so-creamy, sweet yet tart deliciousness. Home bakers love it because itʼs so easy to make.

After preparing a slew of recipes that ranged from traditional to unique, we built a recipe that used the best parts and omitted ever ything else.

(That meant no cream cheese, gelatin or crushed lemon drop ca n d i e s , w h i ch on e r e ci pe called for in the crust and in the whipped cream topping.)

We opted to use t hr ee eg g yolks for richness and two cans of sweetened condensed milk, which made for tall, generous slices of pie. Those selections aired on the side of tradition.

But one innovation made it through: We noted that the baked pies set up and sliced much better than the raw pies, so after a few tests, we settled on baking the pie for 15 minutes at a relatively gentle 325 F. Now we just needed to figure out the right amount of lemon. Recipes call for as little as 2 tablespoons of juice (these pies were bland) and as much as 2 cups ( t hese pi es w er e inedible and sour). Many pies later, we established that the perfect pucker appeared at 1 cup. The result was a pie that featured a crisp crust, a sweettart filling with a cool, creamy texture, and an ethereally light whipped topping -- the perfect dessert for a Fatherʼs Day celebration.

LEMON ICEBOX PIE Serves 8 9 whole graham crackers, broken into 1-inch pieces 3 tablespoons sugar 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 2 (14-ounce) cans sweetened condensed milk 3 large egg yolks 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons lemon juice (5 lemons) 1 cup heavy cream 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1. Adjust oven rack to middle position and heat oven to 325 F. Process graham crackers and sugar in food processor until finely ground, about 30 seconds.

Add melted butter and pulse until combined, about 8 pulses.

2. Transfer crumbs to 9-inch pie plate. Using bottom of measuring cup, press crumbs into bottom and up sides of plate. Bake until crust is fragrant and beginning to brown, about 15 minutes.

Let crust cool completely on wire rack, about 35 minutes. Increase oven temperature to 375 F. 3. Reserve 3 tablespoons condensed milk. Whisk remaining condensed milk and egg yolks together in bowl until smooth.

Slowly whisk in lemon juice. Pour filling into cooled pie crust. Bake pie until edges are beginning to set but center still jiggles when shaken, about 15 minutes.

4. Let cool for 1 hour on wire rack.

Refrigerate until chilled and set, at least 3 hours or up to 24 hours.

5. Using stand mixer fitted with whisk, whip cream, reserved condensed milk and the vanilla on medium-low speed until foamy, about 1 minute. Increase speed to high and whip until stiff peaks form, 1 to 3 minutes. Spread whipped cream evenly over top of pie. Serve.

(For 25 years, confident cooks in the know have relied on America’s Test Kitchen for rigorously tested recipes developed by professional test cooks and vetted by 60,000 at-home recipe testers. See more online at www.americastestkitchen. com/TCA.) (c) 2020 AMERICA’S TEST KITCHEN. DISTRIBUTED BY TRIBUNE CONTENT AGENCY, LLC.

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