2020-07-25 - The Toms River Times

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Toms River Teen Completes Eagle Project In Cattus Park

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Cattus Island Senior Park Manager Nikki Vernachio, at left, signs the paperwork for Toms River Boy Scout Grant Los, 14, as Freeholder Virginia Haines, the liaison to the county’s parks and recreation department, observes.

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By Bob Vosseller TOM RIVER – Grant Los has been a busy 14-year-old. He’s been working hard in recent weeks to complete his Eagle Scout project and even a pandemic didn’t slow him down.

The teenager completed his Eagle Project for the Ocean County Parks

department refurbishing “The Rules Garden” which is a garden bed near the entrance of Cattus Island Park.

He’s had to contend with the restrictions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic which has been an added challenge. He’s also had to face some material shortages as well.

Grant’s project was set to begin in March but due to the pandemic, had to be put on hold due to the park closure. Ocean County Parks Assistant Director Mary Jane Bavais gave him special permission to begin his project.

He and his father put up the retaining wall in

just three days working in accordance with park evening hours.

His mother April Los said she was excited for people to view it, including park officials. It was completed on July 9 which was the same day that the Cooper Environmental Center reopened for visitors.

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“Freeholder” Title Could Change To “Commissioner”

By Bob Vosseller OCEAN COUNTY – While welcoming Ocean County Vocational Technical School dramatic art students to their new classrooms in Ocean County College, in January, Ocean County Freeholder Director Joseph Vicari explained to them

his role as a Freeholder: it’s like being mayor of the county.

Vicari, who is the longest serving Freeholder in the state, may soon have a different title as lawmakers move forward on legislation to eliminate the title of “freeholder.”

The bill to replace the title “freeholder” with “commissioner” was originally proposed by Sen. Joseph Pennacchio, a Morris County Republican, in 2018. It never wound up passing.

Gov. Phil Murphy, Senate President Steve Sweeney and Assembly

Speaker Craig Coughlin, born from racism. It’s said the proposal was past time for New Jersey revised. to phase out the term A joint statement by ‘freeholder’ from our the three Democrats public discourse – a term called for the change coined when only white saying “As our nation male landowners could tears down symbols of hold public office.” injustice, we must also The Senate bill, S-855, tear down words we use passed in committee. in New Jersey that were (Freeholder - See Page 6)

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By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – When Toms River High School South couldn’t hold a traditional graduation because of COVID-19, a small parade of people went through the sending area in June to celebrate the students. On top of one truck was an Indian, with the feather headdress and all.

This stereotype is wrong and outdated, according to the person who started a petition on Change.org. The person is anonymous, just going by the name “Alumni of TR Schools.”

They are joined by about 1,500 signers as of this writing.

The petition demands Toms River Schools retire all racially insensitive mascots, which would be the Toms River High School South “Indians,” Toms River Intermediate School South “Seminoles,” and Washington Street Elementary School “Warriors.” The petition can be found by visiting Change.org and searching “Toms River Regional.”

The district did not comment on this issue, nor did the Board President. A message sent to a Facebook group created in opposition of this movement was not returned.

Changing the names of outdated mascots is a hot topic right now. Howell’s Rebel Yell is being changed from a Confederate soldier to a Revolutionary War soldier, for example.

The Alumni said that changing the Indian isn’t a new request. There had been pushes to make this change in the past, but they have been ignored. Instead, they are using the passion people have for this now in hopes that their movement gains momentum.

“Toms River, New Jersey has been sending the wrong message to students, staff, and the broader community for generations through the use of these misleading and insulting stereotypes. Our students deserve better than being subjected to rallying around normalized racism and white supremacy. It’s time we admit that race is not a mascot, and that the glorified depiction of a ‘Fighting Indian’ is a dangerous whitewashing of history,” they said.

“It was even recognized that Toms River Township was in fact named after white ferry operator Thomas Luker, and not the mythical ‘old Indian Tom’ as the fight song for the Toms (Mascot - See Page 6)

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Continued From Page 1 Grant is the second 14-year-old Eagle Scout in his troop’s history this month. He served as his troop’s senior patrol leader in 2019. He is also Boatswains Mate of Sea Scout ship 117 out of Tuckerton, and a recent graduate of Toms River Intermediate East.

Earlier in the week he was busy putting in the landscaping plants. “Del’s Farm Market on Route 37 was generous enough to donate the plants and French & Parrello Associates paid for the stone block,” Grant’s mother added.

On July 8 he was busy adding the mulch and putting the finishing touches on the garden bed.

A day later he went out to the park in uniform to take some photos, and get the park director’s signature of approval.

Grant was a Cub Scout at the age of 9 and crossed over into Boy Scouts at 11.

“Originally, I was going to do a different project but this one was a lot simpler and everyone will look at it, the other project would have required custom-made stone. This one didn’t,” Grant said.

Grant described the condition of the prior structure saying, “it had a wood frame and was more of a two-part thing with a square outline. It didn’t have any plants and no one noticed it because it blended in with the forest so the wood had to be replaced because it was all rotted.”

He replaced the frame with stone. “Getting the

first level in was very complicated and it was the hardest part of the project.”

The Scout noted he had gotten some help from his dad Jeff Los who was involved with scouting in his youth and also served as a scout leader.

“We added the different layers of stone, mulch and then the plants.”

Grant, who will be a 9th grader in September said, “I had started just before the quarantine and then the park closed but I was able to get it done.

I was given a specific time for when I could come in and do this.”

He was joined by parents and his younger brother Dan for the official christening of his project.

Ocean County Freeholder Virginia Haines and Ocean County Public Affairs Director Donna

Flynn came out for the event, joining Nikki Vernachio, the senior park manager.

“I love it. It looks gorgeous,” Vernachio said.

Grant said that he joined the Sea Scouts as it would allow him to extend his time in scouting and would provide him some enjoyable activities to learn from and take part in. “It will give me an opportunity to do scout events beyond the age of 18. I will be able to continue on until I am 21 and more sailing related activities.”

Haines commended Grant for his work and said the project looked beautiful. Vernachio added that “the stone will last a lot longer than wood. The original structure was probably put in about 25 to 30 years ago. This makes for a very nice addition and a great legacy to the park.”

Task Force Offers Guidance On School Reopening

By Chris Lundy OCEAN COUNTY – A task force led by the Ocean County Health Department has been meeting regularly to assist educators in how to reopen safely in September.

The Ocean County Public Health/Education COVID-19 Summer Advisory Committee has been helping plan and prepare the best practices to protect students, teachers and staff.

“The main purpose of the group is to keep the lines of communication open between public health and education institutions in Ocean County,” explained Daniel Regenye, OCHD Public Health Coordinator/Health Officer. “It’s an important opportunity to collaborate, share information and guidance recommendations as they become available from the New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH), New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) and Centers

for Disease Control and Protection (CDC) as we approach the start of the new school year.”

Topics that are being discussed include: cleaning and disinfection protocols, emergency plans, lunch room guidelines, school activities, and athletics. Every district will also have to work with guidelines on social distancing, face coverings and maintaining hand and respiratory hygiene measures.

Part of the Committee is a School Nurse Subcommittee, because Regenye said they will be on the front lines and should have a seat at the table.

“The school nurses will have a very important job so we take their concerns very seriously,” he said. “They will be called upon to make decisions regarding identification of symptoms, isolation protocols, contacts and quarantine and potentially recommend school closings.”

Based on early studies and data, children of all ages are at risk for COVID-19. However, complications of COVID-19 appear to be less common compared with adults.

The OCHD reports that 3.54% of young people 18 years of age and under have been infected with the COVID-19 virus in Ocean County as of July 17, 2020 with no deaths.

“Schools, working in concert with the OCHD, have a key role in mitigating the spread of COVID-19 to ensure students have a safe and healthy learning environment,” explained Patty High, OCHD Assistant Public Health Coordinator. “Schools must be prepared for any COVID-19 outbreaks in their communities and for individual exposures to occur in their facilities while ensuring continuity of education.”

“These meetings, discussions and lines of communication will continue throughout the summer and school year and the

OCHD and education officials will ultimately determine the best guidance that is feasible, practical, acceptable and tailored to the needs of each community,” Regenye concluded.

The OCHD has been providing up-todate guidelines and information for K-12 schools on its website at ochd.org.

State and federal guidelines can be found at cdc.gov or at nj.gov.

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 around the clock 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.

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“By addressing the issues of our schools’ mascots, we can take a huge step in eliminating racial prejudice in our schools and

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Continued From Page 1 The Assembly version, A-3594, has not yet been heard in committee. A bill has to pass through committee and then be brought up before the full body for a vote before the governor signs it into law.

Freeholder Director Vicari spoke with Micromedia Publications/JerseyShoreOnline. com and said that while he understands the emotion behind the idea, he wished the issue could wait until 2021 because there is also a cost factor associated with a name change. He also agreed that the term commissioner was not a good choice preferring County Supervisor.

Vicari pointed to the response that the late Freeholder John C. Bartlett Jr. had made in 2018 when the idea first came up.

During the Ocean County Freeholder Board’s April 18, 2018 meeting, Freeholder Bartlett, a retired history teacher, voiced strong opposition to the proposed legislation. At the time, he was the longest serving Freeholder, having served 39 consecutive years. He passed away later that year. “I find the proposed legislation disturbing.”

“We have been the Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders since the county was founded in 1850. It pains me to think the State Senate has a bill before it - a bill that would change the name to a Board of Commissioners,” Bartlett said. There were an abundance of boards with the titles of commissioners throughout the state and in Ocean County alone there were 12 commissions with well over 100 non-elected commissioners. There are also numerous commissioners serving in the governor’s cabinet.

“Commissioners is an overused term. What is wrong with the term ‘freeholder?’” Bartlett asked stating that the term had been used since colonial times. He also noted at the time that while monuments and statutes were being removed and acknowledged some might be inappropriate that they, like the term of “freeholder” were still a part of history.

“To suggest the term ‘freeholder’ is in anyway sexist or racist is downright insulting. It makes no sense,” Bartlett said. The Freeholders passed a resolution opposing the move in May of 2018.

As Vicari would echo two years later, Bartlett pointed out that there would be a cost factor to changing signs on county buildings, parks, stationary, trucks and other areas.

“This is up to the State of New Jersey and it will happen. I’d prefer it happen after the COVID-19 crisis is over. It will be very expensive. Some counties (outside of New Jersey) have County Supervisors. We supervise county government we don’t commission it,” Vicari added.

Vicari said that the way it looks now the new terminology term would start to be used in all 21 counties after December but with no change of the functions of a freeholder.

community. While school officials claim their intentions are good and that the namings are a sign of respect, tradition is no excuse for racism of any kind,” they said.

“The education we received at Toms River Regional has taught us this much, so let’s stand together and right this wrong. Together, we can create the change that we want to see. We Are TR.”

“I would prefer they wait until later in 2021 so we can have a transition as we have so much printed paper. Let’s wear it out, the COVID-19 pandemic will be gone and then we can look at what we want to do and reeducate the people that we are no longer a freeholder but a commissioner,” Vicari said.

He added that a survey should have been taken “as a courtesy to each county what their preference was. I don’t think we should rush through it right now.”

“The diversity of freeholders has never been more to what it is now in 2020. Do we change the name of the sheriff or governor? If you are going to change the name of freeholder do you change the rest?” Vicari asked.

Vicari added, this is a very emotional time right now but let it wait one more year. “They never came to Ocean County or any county and asked us what our preference was. We picked up the paper one day and saw this is what the state wanted to do.”

“We have to be practical. I am not going to be emotional about this whole situation. The people of Ocean County know what a Freeholder does.

It is publicized out there. Most people, I would say, know the function and job of a Freeholder,” Vicari said.

He noted that people just voted in the July 7 primary which had the term position of Freeholder on it. “We will accept whatever the state does. I think we should wait to 2021 and cut the expense as much as possible. These are difficult times. Let’s use the money for something else.”

Vicari was also a history teacher. He said “is it an English term? Yes, but we have an English background here. I cannot change history.”

He noted in the 1960s there were only three Freeholders on the board but it went to its current five later. The Freeholder Director also recalled a time when Tom Kean Jr. had proposed the idea of abolishing the state’s Freeholder boards and turning over the power of governing to the towns.

“We are middle government. We manage $450 million a year in our budget. We have 607,000 people and no one is complaining about our services. I think people should have something to say about this,” Vicari said referring to the name change decision.

“How can people vote for a Freeholder in one year and change it the next year without the input of the people?” Vicari asked. He said he’d have liked to have seen the matter put on as a state ballot question and to first have a feasibility study on the impact it would have on the state.

The “freeholder” name change is just one of the local changes being made or being proposed.

Toms River school district officials are being asked to change the name of the Toms River High School South “Indians.” The mascot for Howell Township High School changed from Rebel Yell to H and his appearance shifted from a Confederate soldier caricature to a side profile of a Revolutionary War soldier.

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

Congressman Discusses Senior Care In Time Of COVID-19 From The Desk Of

Congressman Andy Kim WASHI NGTON, D.C. – On a call convened by Congressman Andy Kim (D-3rd), senior community

leaders from across Burlington and Ocean Counties outlined ongoing issues faced during the Corona-

virus Crisis and discussed potential solutions to help New Jersey’s seniors.

“The message I heard today was loud and clear; this crisis has hit our seniors hard,” said Congressman Kim. “I’m going to keep working to make sure that our seniors have access to the care and resources they need to stay safe and healthy during this pandemic, and

to make sure our senior communities have the support to return operations back to normal.”

Congressman Kim was joined by leaders f rom the Ocean and Burlington County Office of Senior Services, as well as representatives from nearly a dozen senior communities across the two counties.

Specific issues discussed

on the call included concerns about vaccine costs and distribution, testing and contact tracing efforts in New Jersey, and liability insurance coverage for senior communities. Senior leaders were encouraged to keep in touch with Congressman Kim’s office whose staff handles many constituent issues and stands ready to assist senior residents.

Congressman Kim is a member of the bipartisan House Select Committee on the Coronavirus Crisis, where he serves as one of twelve members of the House tasked with conducting oversight over programs aimed at ending the Coronavirus pandemic and helping address the economic impact it’s having on the American people.

Governor Murphy Signs COVID-19 Emergency Bond Act From The Desk Of The

Governor Phil Murphy TRENTON – Governor Phil Murphy signed into law the “New Jersey COVID-19 Emergency Bond Act,” which authorizes the state to borrow up to $9.9 billion to address the unprecedented fiscal crisis that has arisen as a consequence of the COVID-19 pandemic.

“The passage of this legislation is an important step in New Jersey’s recovery from the economic ravages of the COVID-19 pandemic,” Governor Murphy said. “While this is by no means a silver bullet, the ability to responsibly borrow is essential to meeting our fiscal needs in the coming year.”

Under the law, the state has the authority to issue bonds totaling $2.7 billion for the remainder of the extended Fiscal Year 2020, which

runs through September 30, 2020, and up to an additional $7.2 billion for the ninemonth Fiscal Year 2021 that runs from October 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021, for a combined amount of up to $9.9 billion to be issued over the two periods.

The state is authorized to borrow either through the issuance of general obligation bonds that can be sold to investors or through the federal government’s Municipal Liquidity Facility, which was established to help states and local governments across the country deal with the fallout from the global pandemic.

The State is also authorized to refinance bonds issued pursuant to the bond act.

Debt service on this bond issuance will be repaid through the state’s General

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – Township officials have given advice on how to stay cool during summer. Some days, the temperature is in the 90s. The heat index – how it really feels – can get up to 100 degrees or more.

The Township and Toms River Office of Emergency Management recommend the

Fund.

Governor Murphy stressed that the state plans to borrow only what is necessary to speed New Jersey’s recovery from this unparalleled recession.

“The current economic crisis is virtually unprecedented in both its severity and swiftness,” said Governor Murphy. “Our unemployment numbers and drop in revenue have both far outpaced the worst months of the Great Recession so while we see this bill as an important step, our ultimate recovery will depend on a number of factors including additional federal aid and savings within state government.”

The law also establishes the Select Commission on Emergency COVID-19 Borrowing, comprised of two members of the Senate selected by the Senate President and two members of the General Assembly selected by the Speaker of the General Assembly, which must approve any proposal to issue bonds prior to their

issuance.

The bill was sponsored

by Senate President Steve Sweeney and Sen. Paul Sarlo in the Senate and Assemblywoman Eliana Pintor Marin and Assemblyman John McKeon in the Assembly.

“This will give us the ability to provide the resources needed to respond to crisis economic conditions resulting from the coronavirus,” said Senate President Steve Sweeney. “It also includes a process to ensure responsibility in managing public finances as we work through the fiscal problems that are not fully known. We want to be responsive to financial needs, but we also have to be fiscally responsible and recognize the long-term consequences of actions we take.”

“We must keep New Jersey’s economy moving and we have to continue to provide the government services that are so important during the pandemic,” said Senator Paul Sarlo, chairman of the Senate Budget and Appropriations Com-

mittee. “While we understand the need for emergent financing to help with the economic recovery, we still have to be responsible with added debt. This is uncharted territory so we have to monitor fiscal conditions as we make decisions on borrowing.”

“The COVID-19 pandemic has had and continues to have a devastating impact on the State’s economy.

Residents, businesses, and government units have seen significant adverse effects,” said Assemblywoman Pintor Marin. “The ‘New Jersey COVID-19 Emergency Bond Act’ authorizes the state to issue state general obligation bonds to help address the fiscal crisis caused by this pandemic.

The impact of COVID-19 on our economy, budget and finances is unpredictable and changing rapidly. We must take action to ensure our fiscal viability by empowering the state to apply for and receive federal stimulus loans for the benefit of the state’s ability to respond

How To Stay Cool On Hot Days

following safety precautions: Keep outdoor activity to a minimum. Stay inside or in shaded areas.

Use air conditioning, if your home has it. If it does not, use fans where possible, keep windows shaded and stay on the lowest level because heat rises.

Visit a place that is air conditioned.

Eat cold or prepared foods. Operating a stove causes a house to heat dramatically.

Drink plenty of water or non-alcoholic beverages.

Wear loose-fitting, light-colored clothing and a wide-brimmed hat.

The elderly, children, and people with

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to the negative impacts of the coronavirus. We do not make this decision lightly.

The historic nature of the current pandemic has led to this unprecedented last resort due to the current fiscal crisis.”

“The current public health crisis has thrust us into a new reality that is nothing short of profound and unprecedented,” said Assemblyman McKeon. “Especially when it comes to the toll it is taking on our state revenues and budget.

The COVID-19 Emergency Bond Act, approved in the Legislature today, puts us a crucial step closer to crafting a fair and responsible path forward for all New Jersey residents come September. It’s been said before and I’ll say it again: we are in no position to cut or tax our way out the budget deficit we face, we must have the ability to borrow. This Act will enable the State to leverage funds quickly, so we can help everyday New Jerseyans during this oncein-a-lifetime pandemic.”

pre-existing conditions are among the most at-risk for heat related illnesses.

Young children and pets should never be left in vehicles unattended under any circumstances, let alone during hot days.

For updates, visit tomsrivertownship. com or facebook.com/TomsRiverOfficeofEmergencyManagement/

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY E DITORIAL Questions Remain About Sending Kids To School It lo ok s l i ke some hybrid of in-person and remote schooling is going to be the best option in September.

Remote schooling is not ideal, but nothing about this pandemic is.

My motto has always been “hope for the best, prepare for the worst.”

We have to expect the worst when it comes to this virus. Sure, Ocean County has far fewer cases than other count ie s. T hat ma ke s me feel a lot better. We’re goi n g t o g e t a n u p tick in September. Any teacher or parent will tell you that September is when all the bugs go around.

I d o n’t bl a m e t h e schools for whatever they decide. They are damned if they open, d a m ne d i f t hey st ay closed – at least in the eyes of the residents.

T hey’re not goi ng to please everyone – nor

should they.

School officials are in the unfortunate position t o cle a n u p t h i s m e s s that they didn’t create.

Just like all of society’s ills, people look to the schools and yell “Well, what are you going to do about it!?”

If people would just wear masks, like the CDC says, we wouldn’t be having this discussion.

T he s t at e i s i s s u i ng guidelines, and I believe that the school officials locally will do their best.

There are a lot of problems, however, that might not be easily solved, or won’t fall into the guidelines: According to the Asthma a nd A llerg y Fou ndation of America, 8.4 percent of children have asthma. The CDC says this places them in the higher risk category. How can you protect them?

What do you do about

the kids who are asymptomatic and come to school?

What do you do when a parent gives their kid Tylenol to reduce the fever and then sends the kid to school?

What do you do when you can’t get a hold of a parent and their kid is showing symptoms or has a fever?

When a child has a fever, do you put them in a quarantine area? And if they are put in the same room as kids who have a fever, but do not have COVID, are you then spreading it?

How do you know?

A re schools or st af f liable if a ch ild gets sick? Can parents sue the school/staff ? Does this matter if it’s a private or public school?

How can you social distance on a bus?

Does the bus driver have to take a kid’s temperature before letting them on a bus? How much will

that slow down the transportation schedule? If a kid has a temperature at the bus stop, what power does the driver or aide h ave t o s e n d t h a t k id home? What if there are no parents or guardians at home or the kid doesn’t have a key?

Let’s say one kid on a bus later tests positive for COVID. Kids on a bus always go to several different classrooms. Does that mean every classroom is then potentially infected?

How can we have kids social d ist a nce du r i ng a fire drill or an active shooter drill? (The fact that we have active shooter drills and a pandemic is depressing.)

If a therapist helps one ch i ld , a nd t he n wor k s with another, then they have potentially spread it.

Do they have to sanitize m at e r ia l s i n b et we e n?

Or if they have individual items for each kid, where are they stor ing

that equipment?

How long do they have to be temperat u re-f ree before they come back to school?

If one child has it, does ever yone in that classr o o m h ave t o q u a r a n tine? Do they have to stay home? If the teacher then brings it home to their fa m i ly, doe s t hat t he n s pr e a d t he v i r u s f rom their kids?

If the teachers or other staff get sick, or they have to qu a ra nt i ne, do t hey have to use up sick time?

Where are you going to get substitute teachers?

I seriously doubt anyone will be signing up for that job now.

Where are the districts going to get the money to pay for any improvements to the building to keep p e o ple s a fe? O r e x t r a staff ?

How can you get pre-K kids to understand any of these rules?

How can you get spe-

cial needs kids to understand any of these rules?

How can you communicate these issues to children who don’t have English as their primary language?

How ca n you kee p very young children six feet apart?

How do you toilet a special needs kid? How do you put a mask on an autistic child who won’t tolerate it? If a special needs child is having a behavioral issue, and is hurting themselves or others, how can you restrain them?

pleted classes that will help you in your future endeavors.

These are difficult times that we are currently in.

But that should never stop you from dreaming big and from reaching as high as you can.

As a member of the 2020 graduating class the obstacles you have overcome will someday be the stepping stones to your future and lessons learned that will make you stronger, more compassionate and caring.

As students you have developed critical thinking and problem solving skills to help propel you into a global landscape. Education exists to provide you with a unique, nurturing and inspiring experience.

It prepares you for what’s ahead so long as you use the

tools you have been given wisely and to the benefit of not just you, but others.

With graduation behind you, many of you will go on to continue your education and others will go out into the job market securing employment in a profession that interests you – maybe it will be the trades, maybe it will be teaching, maybe it will be medicine.

Whatever path you take, remember the importance of the journey.

Your future begins today.

Always remember that you are a part of something great and your world is one of opportunities. Take advantage of them. You can make the difference the world is counting on.

We c a n c e l s c h o ol when there’s two inches of snow in fear of the worst thing that can happen. Maybe keeping at least half of the students home is a smart idea.

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some trepidation as to how things would turn out, you forged ahead, made the best of a difficult situation and in the end you received that diploma that shined the greatest light on your success during some very dark days. When it became clear that the novel coronavirus pandemic was going to shut down a great deal of our everyday routines, including school, it also came with change and disruptions no one could have anticipated.

Proms, signing yearbooks, job fairs, interviews, last school days were no longer

As you mark the completion of your time in middle school, high school or college, all of you have reached a milestone in your life. This is your moment in time. Graduation marks the beginning of a new and significant journey as you take what you have learned and make it that much greater.

Today you are recognized for your hard work and dedication that got you to your goal of graduation.

With the help of your teachers, administrators, school staff and loved ones, you participated and com-

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE New Study: COVID Spread Could Be Controlled If Everyone Wore Mask

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The director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Dr. Robert Redfield, said in a July 14 interview with the Journal of the American Medical Association that “ the United States could bring the COVID-19 epidemic under control in just a matter of 4 to 8 weeks if everyone would wear a mask.”

Part of the CDC report followed two stylists who had COVID-19 and were showing symptoms. They wore face masks. Their 139 clients who also wore face masks had no symptomatic secondary cases. There were 67 of them tested, and they all tested negative.

“After more than 3 months of study and research, the scientific community continues to confirm that masks/face coverings do work in mitigating the transmission of the COVID-19 virus,” said Daniel Regenye, Ocean County Health Department Public Health Coordinator/Health Officer. “The OCHD is always providing our residents the most up-to-date information and guidance we can share to better educate them that wearing masks and social distancing are the only key measures we have in place to keep people protected and safe from transmission. Until we find a vaccine or cure, only the consistent and correct use of face coverings, when appropriate, is an important tool for minimizing spread of COVID-19 from pre-symptomatic, asymptomatic, and symptomatic persons.”

Gov. Phil Murphy has mandated face coverings in outdoor situations as well, when social distancing is not possible.

Ocean County’s number of positive

COVID-19 cases are in a steady decline right now, officials said. However, the summer tourist season is upon us, and with the reopening of businesses and activities, people are neglecting safety precautions like masks that could put themselves and others at r isk. This could lead to a major setback.

“Only time will tell if the entire country can control the spread by getting all the states on the same page when it comes to social distancing and mask mandates,” said Pat t y High, OCHD Assistant Public Health Coordinator.

“Here in Ocean County we have our own job to do and the Ocean County Health Department will continue to do its part urging every resident to not get complacent and help keep the number of positive cases on a steady decline by wearing a face covering and social distance.”

To find out more about the recent CDC report visit: cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/69/ wr/mm6928e2.htm Additional information can be found at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019ncov/summary.html or New Jersey Department of Health website state.nj.us/health/cd/topics/ ncov.shtml The Ocean County information on COVID-19 can be found 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.

T he NJ DOH ( NJ PI ES) hotl i ne is available for questions around the clock at 1-800-222-1222 or by dialing 2-11. Other related sources; for medical COVID-19 questions call 1-800-9621253 (24/7) or Text NJCOVID to 898211 to receive alerts.

Toms River Starts North Beach Curfew

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – Citing an increase in complaints about juveniles engaging in criminal mischief – and without wearing masks – police have instituted a curfew in the North Beach area of town.

From 9 p.m. until 5 a.m., no one 17 or younger will be allowed in a public area or abandoned lot unless they are accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. This is active in the North Beach section of town which includes, but is not limited to, Silver Beach, Monterey, Normandy, Chadwick, Ocean Beaches 1, 2 and 3.

Incidents arose from early June where police received reports about juveniles gathering in the evening committing acts of criminal mischief and being unruly. Also, gathering without masks or social distancing put the health and safety of neighbors at risk.

“While we understand these are difficult times and children are frustrated with the lack of open activities, it is not an excuse for misbehavior and disrespect within our community,” police said.

Toms River is not alone in facing these issues. Earlier this summer, Long Beach Township also instituted a similar curfew.

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Mammographies save lives and so it’s critical for every woman to know when she should be having a mammography and how frequently.

Recently, the American College of Physicians (ACP) published new screening guidelines that have caused quite a bit of confusion. They recommend mammography screenings for women starting at the age of 50 and continuing every two years until the age of 74. The ACP notes that their new guidelines are only for women with an average risk for breast cancer and with no symptoms.

These guidelines are a departure from the guidelines that have been in place, recommending that women start getting mammographies starting at age 40 and continuing yearly. So why has the ACP shifted the age and frequency recommendations? The ACP claims that there is a low incidence of breast cancer for women under age 60.

However, according to the American Cancer Society nearly half of all breast cancers and the majority of early breast cancers occur to women under the age of 60!

In addition, the ACP claims that a mammography screening every other year, rather than yearly, has no significant difference on breast cancer death rates. This is also not true. There have not been any randomized controlled trials to test this claim by the ACP. However, a study published by the National Institute of Health shows nearly 40 percent fewer deaths in women age 40 to 84 who were screened annually compared to those screened every two years.

For these reasons and more, the American Cancer Society, the American Society of Breast Surgeons, the American College of Radiology, and the Society of Breast Imaging, do not support the ACP’s guidelines, and continue to endorse annual screening at the age of 40.

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Dear Joel, When the COVID-19 Pandemic hit and NJ went on lockdown, my two twenty-something daughters, and one college student daughter moved home so we could quarantine together. My husband and oldest daughter were able to work from home, while my middle daughter was considered ‘essential’ and went to work daily. As a physical therapy assistant, I was unable to go to work, so my college student and I kept busy at home.

It was a difficult adjustment at first, but we soon settled into a routine. As a matter of fact, my two older daughters are enjoying the routine so much that they have hinted at moving back permanently.

As much as we all enjoyed our extended family time, it’s time for them to go back to their own lives so we can continue with ours. Do you have any suggestions as to how we can send them home without having them feel that they’ve been kicked out?

Answer: You certainly had your hands full, but at the same time I’m sure you and your husband were happy to have your family together, safe and sound. It’s interesting how adult children, who once couldn’t wait to leave home, suddenly won’t. It sounds like it’s time for a family meeting where you and your husband let them know how you love them, but that now it’s time for Mom and Dad to have their independence. And, my guess is that as restrictions in NJ and surrounding areas are lifted and life starts to resemble something familiar, they will reclaim their own independence.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE American Legion Post Thanks Toms River Community For Blood Drive Turnout

By Bob Vosseller TOMS RIVER – Members of the township’s American Legion Post 129 saved 165 lives with their recent blood drive.

The Post’s membership thanked the Toms River community for turning out in force to help others during this time of pandemic.

More than 50 blood donors came out to support the Post’s blood drive with their lifesaving blood on Friday. One unit of blood can help up to three different patients so 165 lives will be impacted from this blood drive.

The blood supply is at a dangerously low level due to Covid-19 and New Jersey Blood Services is desperately seeking large venues where blood drives can be held while maintaining social distancing. The blood center is unable to run bus drives so it is imperative these sites are found so donors can find a donation location.

New Jersey Blood Services (NJBS) reported that last summer over 1,500 units of blood was donated on bus mobile drives that cannot run this summer to safely social distance.

Anyone who would like to help save lives by finding a location and assisting in

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Anyone who would like to donate blood, can sign up through donatebloodnj Extra precautions are being taken to help prevent the person-to-person spread of COVID-19. As always, people are not eligible to donate if they’re experiencing a cold, sore throat, respiratory infection or flu-like symptoms.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Ocean Health Initiatives Reopens Closed Locations

By Bob Vosseller NEW JERSEY - Ocean Health Initiatives recently reopened several of its locations in Ocean and Monmouth counties.

The locations that have reopened include its Brick office at 1610 NJ-88, Suite 204; OHI Freehold located at 20 Jackson Street, Suite E, Freehold; OHI Little Egg Harbor located at 798 Route 539, Building 3, Little Egg Harbor; and OHI Stafford located at 333 Haywood Road, Manahawkin.

Those locations were temporarily closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic while Toms River’s location at 10 Stockton Drive; Lakewood’s location at 101 Second Street; and Manchester’s location at 686 Route 70, Lakehurst, remained open.

OHI has a bilingual staff available to assist patients and callers and offers Telehealth services for people who cannot travel to an OHI location. It has seven locations throughout Monmouth and Ocean

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The Lakewood, Little Egg Harbor and Manchester health centers have pharmacies. OHI provides comprehensive primary and preventative health and dental care to Ocean and Monmouth County’s uninsured, underinsured and insured populations.

A sliding-fee scale is available, based on an individual’s or family’s ability to pay.

Services include family and internal medicine, dental, pediatrics, women’s health, behavioral health and social services, podiatry and pharmacy services.

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The New Normal According To Dr. Izzy New Jersey is continuing to identify new cases of COVID-19 but our “curve” will continue to flatten but the virus will remain with us for at least the remainder of the year. In my opinion, the “new normal” will include a) social distancing, b) continued use of wearing a mask, c) frequent hand washing, and d) no more hugs for a while.

Telepractice will become increasing popular in all medical fields, including hearing healthcare. Remote programming of hearing aids has been available for several years, but in my opinion, the majority of our patients calling our offices cannot benefit from remote programming. 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.

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

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The retina is a delicate tissue that surrounds the back part of your eye, and it is easily harmed. Taking care of the retina is important for vision, and black currants are rich in compounds that neutralize free radicals which would otherwise assault and destroy your retina! Then you wouldn’t be able to see. Then there’s this compound called “rhodopsin.” Have you heard of it?

Rhodopsin is imperative for light adaptation, so you need it to see in the dark. Black currant supplements are quite popular for this purpose.

Specifically, free radicals are neutralized in the presence of certain pigments (a.k.a. dyes) that are naturally found in colorful fruits. Black currants should be thought of as eye food! These can be eating dried, raw, as jelly or in tea/ supplements.

When you think of healthy fruits you think of the darkest ones like blueberries, blackberries and black currants.

These are often made into jams and preserves, which are truly delicious.

But as you know, they can all be eaten raw in your cereal or fruit salad. You can bake with them too. It’s the anthocyanins (a dark bluish black pigment) that impart the health benefits.

Black currant has been studied for its anti-viral properties, and it’s been found to have a good effect on dry eyes. They also stimulate T helper cell activity, which is a great side benefit now that we’re interested in our immune function.

Eating foods with black currants, or supplementing with an extract of it helps with dryness in the eye, as well as intraocular pressure. A study from a few years ago discovered how black currants increase blood f low to the optic nerve which enables vision. In various other trials, black currants In various studies, black currant anthocyanins were shown to increase nourishing blood flow to the eyes in patients with glaucoma, reduce intraocular pressure in the eye, and slow down visual field deterioration. Anthocyanins (again, dark fruits contain this dark pigment), have a relaxing effect on myopia. According to research, the compounds can read the blood-retinal barrier and have a relaxing effect on it. This can help treat myopia and glaucoma.

Please don’t misconstrue this as a reason to stop your Xalatan, Vyzulta, Zioptan, Travatan or Lumigan. Those are brand names of prescription eye drops. But if you do take them, ask your doctor if black currants are good for you, and if you can try an oral dietary supplement for your eyes that includes them, or eat them! I can’t think of a reason why not, however, I’m not able to advise you on this. Like all supplements, there are pros and cons, just like with all medications. But I can’t think of a reason as I write this, why it would be bad, unless you’re allergic to them. I have a longer version of this article posted at my website if you’re interested: suzycohen.com.

(This information is not intended to treat, cure or diagnose your condition. Suzy Cohen is the author of “The 24-Hour Pharmacist” and “Real Solutions.” For more information, visit www.SuzyCohen.com) ©2019 SUZY COHEN, RPH. DISTRIBUTED BY DEAR PHARMACIST, INC.

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By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER - Emily Mascola, who lives on her own in Greenbriar Woodlands, celebrated her 100th birthday on June 29.

Mascola’s independence is inspiring. She is part of the Senior Center outreach program, township officials said.

Her husband, Jack Mascola passed away in January, a day before his 101st birthday.

In 2018, they celebrated their 75th wedding anniversary.

They were interviewed by Jersey Shore Online during that time. They were 99 and 97.

Although they had met earlier, their romance began when Jack’s sister married Emily’s uncle.

Jack was drafted during peacetime in January 1941, but served in war after Pearl Harbor. He laid mines in the Atlantic. An accident deploying the mines hospitalized him for six weeks.

Meanwhile, Emily worked for the Prudential Insurance Company.

When he got out of the service, they moved to New York, then California before returning to New Jersey.

Jack gave up his government job to start a construction company and Emily went into real estate. She ultimately wound up securing the land between Sally Ike and Herbertsville roads in Brick that became Mayo Estates, which grew to more than 200 homes. They lived in a home there, then one on River Road in Manasquan, before finally settling in Greenbriar Woodlands in Toms River about 30 years ago. They spent most of the year in New Jersey, and spent some winter months in their condominium in Florida.

They traveled extensively throughout various lands, including Egypt, China and Japan.

Locally, both she and her husband served as Eucharistic Ministers at St. Luke Roman Catholic Church in Toms River.

Their two children have blessed them with grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

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Interested participants can connect to a virtual

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There is no cost to participate; the agency is funded by the New Jersey Division of Mental Health

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Some meetings are focused on wellness topics such as Staying Active in Isolation, Meditation, Relaxation Tips and Techniques, Music, Coping with Chaos and others. Many groups are provided to those living with mental illness and recovery and those with a dual

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By Bob Vosseller NEW JERSEY – After months of being denied access to their loved ones, parents and guardians will be allowed indoor visits at long-term care facilities thanks to a New Jersey Department of Health directive.

The DOH recently released a directive that permits parents, a family member, legal guardians and support persons of pediatric, developmentally disabled and intellectually disabled residents of long-term care facilities to arrange for by-appointment indoor visits with their loved ones.

“I understand how stressful and heartbreaking it has been for so many families not to be able to visit their loved ones in person for more than three months now,” State Health Commissioner Judith Perischilli said. “Reuniting families with their loved ones in these facilities is a critical step for the mental, physical, social and emotional well-being of these residents.”

The directive by the Department outlines guidance to safeguards the health of these vulnerable individuals.

Facilities can only allow visits if there has been no new probable or confirmed coronavirus cases recorded across a 28-day period, which is two incubation periods for COVID-19.

All visitors must be screened for symptoms, which includes temperature checks and potential exposure to COVID-19.

These screenings should take place in a designated area that maintains social distancing and infection control standards. If an individual has any COVID-19 symptoms or possible exposure, they will not be permitted to visit with a resident.

Visitors are required to wear a mask, be educated on proper hand hygiene and practice social distancing with anyone other than their loved one.

Specific areas for visits will be designated by the facilities in order to limit the visitor’s movement around the facility.

While transporting the resident to designated visiting area, a safe distance of six feet must be maintained by other residents and staff.

Informed consent forms will be collected by facilities and those giving consent must acknowledge that they are aware of the potential dangers of COVID-19 exposure and will comply with the facility’s policies during the visit. The consent form includes agreement by the visitor to notify the facility if they tested positive for the virus or have symptoms within 14 days of visiting.

Hours, days and duration of visits will be established by each facility and they can start scheduling indoor visit 48 hours after they have submitted an attestation to the Department that they have implemented the requirements of the Department’s directive.

Facilities must confirm that the facility is not experiencing an outbreak, designated areas have been established for visitation, sufficient staff and personal protective equipment are available and that they have created a system to schedule appointments.

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The Toms River Times, July 25, 2020, Page 25

AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Curfew Set In Lavallette In Response To Unruly Teens

By Bob Vosseller LAVALLETTE – Borough officials imposed a curfew on July 20 citing issues of littering, vandalism and noise complaints. Social distancing also seems to being ignored.

The curfew comes one week after the Toms River Township council enacted one in its north beach communities.

The problems Toms River Township beach communities were experiencing in Chadwick Beach appears to have moved southward to Lavallette so officials responded in consultation with their police department with placing a 9 p.m. to 5 p.m. curfew.

The curfew is aimed at those under the age of 18 unless they are accompanied by an adult or are returning from their job.

This curfew was enacted under the existing state of emergency to counter the coronavirus pandemic. Mayor Walter LaCicero and other officials feel that parents have apparently left their teenagers, off in the borough resulting in large crowds that caused some fights and property damage over

the past weekend.

A police officer was nearly injured during the weekend activities.

Toms River Police reported that a large number of teens had been congregating at a Wawa parking lot in Chadwick Beach as well as in an adjacent park.

Residents there had noted incidents of noise, littering and vandalism as well as some cases of harassment and threats toward residents.

More than 30 refuse containers were knocked over on Chadwick Island recently after the curfew had been put into place. Toms River’s curfew is in affect from the township’s border with Brick in the Normandy Beach section to the Lavallette border.

Ortley Beach is not part of the Toms River curfew but Lavallette’s curfew will remain in place until Sept. 7.

It was noted by officials that the borough’s problems have been occurring along its bayfront where its beaches, basketball courts and gazebo are.

There have also been incidents of underage drinking at the beach reported and damage to the borough’s Centennial Park gazebo.

Customers Assault Mall Clerk Asking Them To Wear Mask

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – An employee of the Zumiez store in the Ocean County Mall was assaulted by a couple when she told them to put their masks over their face.

The couple came into the store at around 3 p.m. on July 9, police said. The victim, who worked in the store, saw a man and a woman come in. Their masks were hanging around

their neck and not covering their faces.

The worker told them that they have to wear their masks properly in order to shop in the store. The man got mad and started yelling. He picked up a belt that was for sale and started “snapping” it at her, hitting her once. As they left, the woman yelled and spit at the worker.

Police searched for the suspects but they were not found.

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PROFESSIONAL PROFILE You’ll Never Be Left High And Dry As Long As Dr. Choxi is By Your Side

By Michael Vandenberg “There’s always some kind of suppor t available,” for patients struggling with pain, Dr. Sarah Choxi told me in a recent discussion. If you, like many of Garden State Medical Center’s new patients, have been told by other doctors that nothing could be done to alleviate your suffering, it’s time to think again. When you combine the vast treatment options available at GSMC with Dr. Choxi and the rest of their pain management specialists (including founder Dr. Dharam Mann), that negativity simply doesn’t stand a chance.

After all, her interest in helping people has driven her throughout her education and career.

She decided to specialize in anesthesiology and interventional pain management because she saw how much those fields could change lives.

“It was a way to help patients improve quality of life,” said Dr. Choxi. “It can be really difficult for people when they have pain to go through their normal day by day activities. So it was really impor tant to me as a medical student, later on as a resident, and now as an attending to be able to restore their function and have very independent lives.” People who have conditions that can’t be solved or are difficult to solve deserve the ability to be happy and painfree.

Formerly at the Universit y of Chicago, Dr. Choxi was drawn to GSMC’s same focus, as well as the innovative tools it has to make it happen. “It’s a very multi-dimensional perspective on man-

aging pain,” she said.

Their solutions include medication manage ment, injections, spinal cord stimulators, and countless others that have been proven safe and effective. Oftentimes a combination of techniques works best. “Patients aren’t cookie cutter.

They’re very unique and individual. So I think you need to have a plan in place that caters to their specific needs.”

Garden State Medical Center has always been on the cutting edge, so it’s only natural for them to have so much under their umbrella. If Dr. Choxi thinks you need to see a rheumatologist, don’t start looking at next month’s calendar; you can see one of her rheumatologist colleagues in-house in a matter of days. She’ll probably even share her notes with them on their stateof-the-art electronic database, which will also help you to stay informed about your own care.

Being in-the-know about the options available to you is an important part of the culture at GSMC. Dr. Choxi remembers one patient in particular who was desperate for answers. She had heel surgery and, although When she saw the pa- granted. Recently she it had physically healed, tient, she told her, “No went to a flea market with she was still feeling a matter what, we’ll fig- her husband and could ton of pain. Unfortunately, ure this out together.” Dr. actually just walk around the surgeon had been Choxi gave her options: for a couple hours and enjoy herself. Previously, dismissive, telling her five to be exact.

The patient decided anything longer than ten that there was no reason to go with minutes used to be una n i n j e c - bearable. “I’m finally able tion called to just enjoy the weather a s y m p a - outside,” the patient told thetic nerve her. “I’m so glad that you block, and could give me options j u s t l i k e and I know that I can t h a t s h e trust you.”

Trust in a doctor gives for her to be feeling dis- achieved 90 percent recomfort. “She felt a little lief. It was a life-changing patients the courage to pushed around by him difference, giving her pursue the treatment and sort of just pushed the ability to experience they feel most comfortout the door,” Dr. Choxi basic joys again in ways able with. Luckily, after remembered her saying. lots of people take for Dr. Choxi gives you the

most effective and safest options, she’s happy let you make the ultimate choice. Unfamiliar with how some of these methods work? She’ll happily go over everything with you at length and answer any questions. In addition, GSMC has models in every room to help patients visualize what doctors are describing. There are even televisions in all the offices with videos that give patients a full rundown of procedures and illustrations on how they’re performed.

It ’s all bec ause Dr. Choxi’s patients “know

that they ’re going to get the care they de serve”. To get started, call 1-888-376-2661 today to schedule an appointment, or feel free to visit gsmedicalcenter. org to learn more on the procedures Garden State Medical Center provides. Dr. Choxi currently practices at 780 Route 37 West, Suite 110 and 1314 Hooper Avenue, Building B, Suite 101 in Toms River; 1100 Route 70, Entrance A in Whiting; 1608 Route 88, Suite 102 in Brick; and 100 Route 36, Suite #1K in West Long Branch.

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The Toms River Times, July 25, 2020, Page 27

Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of july 25 - july 31

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): You might rush to get something done on time and only end up slowing yourself down. This is one of those weeks when you should be extra polite and avoid letting anyone get under your skin. Hold off on making major changes.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Let sleeping dogs lie. You might feel that it’s best to be forthright when discussing a financial matter. Unfortunately, all you may do is stir up resentment and controversy. Remain discreet in the week ahead.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Dialogues about the past can needlessly complicate the present.

Put personal meetings and serious discussions on the back burner during the first half of the week.

There may be obstacles to handling your budget.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): The New Moon arrives in your sign early tomorrow. The next few days could be difficult to navigate because there may be a pileup of duties and realities to face. Wait until the second half of the week to make weighty decisions.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): The shift in focus during tomorrow’s New Moon might be all it takes to reveal hidden problems and mistakes.

Be glad to have a chance to fix them as the week unfolds and learn from them for the future.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You can solve crossword puzzles easily but may not easily handle cross words. There could be a competition or struggle over money, policies or ethics, so it’s best to let a sense of fair play prevail in the week ahead.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You may feel your achievements are unsatisfactory if you compare yourself to others. This is not a good week to negotiate better terms because other people may be focused on their own agenda and could be less empathetic than usual.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You may briefly feel you’re out of your depth in the upcoming week. You could be dismayed by family dramas or feel uncertain when faced with a dilemma. Make a deliberate effort to fill in the gaps in your knowledge.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): In the week ahead, you may be discouraged when people don’t react to your ideas with the level of enthusiasm you expect. Remain budget-conscious and be sure to pay your bills on time.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Don’t let a spat turn into a grudge. When people are stressed out, a few harsh words can quickly turn into hard feelings. In the week ahead, be aware that unmindful criticism of others might build an unscalable wall.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Performing the dullest duties may show others that you are diligent but may not earn you any credit. Do not expect to receive glowing praise for just being there. Avoid disputes and dissension during the upcoming week.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Put creative energies to work on your own behalf as this week unfolds rather than being distracted by lingering problems. Wait until a project is perfected and polished before presenting it to the world.

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