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─Photo courtesy Jackson Township Police Department Jackson Police Chief Matthew Kunz (center) joins newly promoted members of the township police department prior to a recent Jackson Township Council meeting.

By Bob Vosseller was promoted to the department’s Special new ranks.

JACKSON – Police Chief Kunz said the rank of Captain. Capt. Services Division in Chief Matthew Kunz officers “assisted me Convery began his law 2005. He served as a thanked the governing with a little biography enforcement career as DARE officer, domesbody once again for and some facts about a detention officer in tic violence liaison ofallowing a promotion themselves and after Ocean County in 1987 ficer for the agency, ceremony of four of his each introduction the and then became a New a member of the deofficers to begin a re- Township Clerk Janice Jersey state probation partment’s Special Recent Township Council Kisty will administer officer in 1989 where sponse Team, firearms meeting. the oath of office to he worked until being instructor, trainer for The meeting featured each of our promoted hired as a police officer the Elder Abuse Project friends and family who officers.” Members of in Jackson in 1997. and coordinates the Nawere in the audience to their families held the Convery worked as tional Night Out event observe the swearing in Bible. a patrol officer until for the Township.

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Council Sells Four First Aid Squad Ambulances For A Dollar

By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – A dollar is a bargain for an emergency vehicle and the Jackson Township First Aid Squad purchased four ambulances for that price recently.

Township officials authorized the sale of the rigs. They include a 2-11 Ford E450, a 2008 Ford

E450, a 2013 Ford E450 and a 2007 Ford E350 which were previously bought by the township for the first aid squad.

The squad used them for emergency medical services in the township and each were insured, fueled and taken care of by the squad since the time of their purchase.

The squad’s directors desired having the title to the ambulances and will continue to insure, fuel and maintain them.

One vehicle is not operational at the current time according to township officials and is temporarily out of service.

Its “box” is useable and is in good shape.

The squad which provides 24-hour service for Jackson is located at 38 East Veterans Highway. It was founded in 1953 when the township’s population totaled around 3,500 which far below its close to 60,000 residents that the 100-square-mile community has now.

The first aid squad which has approximately 68 volunteers began full coverage of the township earlier this year on a 24-hour basis. There were plans to hire 25 part-time, per diem employees.

The only full-time employee is the squad’s chief.

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Officials File Complaint With BPU Against Optimum

By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – Many township residents are not happy with what they receive from Optimum for their Wifi and cable service.

In response the governing body has fi led a complaint with the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (BPU) against their parent company, Altice.

Council President Alex Sauickie discussed the complaint fi led by the council with the BPU during a recent council meeting. “The town has formally fi led a complaint with the Board of Public Utilities around Altice or Optimum.” Those words drew applause from the audience.

“The town has in my opinion worked in good faith before fi ling this complaint. We did reach out to the management of Altice months ago in attempts to try to alert them to the concerns. They aren’t new concerns.

They didn’t start with the pandemic. They were in existence before that,” Sauickie said.

“We did want to do right by Altice and see (Optimum - See Page 2)

Black Poster Project Puts Face To Addiction Problem

By Bob Vosseller BRICK – Two hundred and sixty-three posters featuring photos of people were on display recently at Windward Beach Park. The people in the pictures came from all walks of life, and varied in ages, but all shared one thing in common.

The display was not for art but to present, literally, the face of addiction showing these individuals as they truly were. Enjoying hobbies, at family gatherings or milestone events.

It was part of the Black Poster Project designed to raise awareness through lives lost to the (Poster - See Page 19)

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if we could work through their management. We also put a link on the Jackson Township website to allow residents to fi le their complaints directly with Altice which they in fact did,” Sauickie added.

“At this point, and speaking with the Mayor (Michael Reina) and Business Administrator (Terence Wall) and the rest of the governing body and speaking directly with the residents - which we have been hearing - we have now formally fi led the complaint with the BPU,” Sauickie said.

The complaint charges that Optimum is providing inferior cable television and internet service to its customers. Optimum/ Altice USA is under its current franchise issue by the BPU. Service is slow, poor network connections exist and there is an inability to use “DropBoxes” and Altice has not offered to reduce its fee for this service.

Many Jackson customers have also complained about the long wait to speak to customer ser vice representatives

which generally ends with a representative describing their problem as being “temporary.”

“We are also taking it one step further with resolution 337R-20. That resolution is requesting a 50% reduction in the fees that are paid to Altice for the residents going forward,” Sauickie said.

Jackson isn’t alone in its dissatisfaction of Optimum’s service. Hamilton Township and Robbinsville in Mercer County also called for the BPU to start an immediate investigation into the fi rm’s services.

Nearby Howell Township in Monmouth County also took action toward Altice after residents of that community expressed dissatisfaction with internet service provided by Optimum.

Sauickie added that the township would alert the BPU to the resolution. “Hopefully, they will take action regarding it. We do that in conjunction with other towns that have done it so hopefully we will see some action on that going forward.”

The governing body does not feel enough steps have been taken to correct the overall problem that Jackson customers have been complaining about. Representatives of the company told the governing body the issues were generated from conditions of the current COVID-19 pandemic as more people are at home using WiFi service but according to the township’s franchise agreement, that excuse holds no water and other providers are not exhibiting the same problems for their customers. Officials have noted that it was unfair for customers to have to pay full payment for partial service.

Resident Richard Egan said “I am very pleased with what you are doing with Optimum. I would say three or four times a month it disappears on the computer. No service, no explanation. A day goes by, two days go by. ‘we’ll get to you, I don’t know what to tell you’.”

“I think everyone in the town appreciates this,” Egan added.

Efforts were made to get a comment from Altice/Optimum which had press time had not responded to those efforts.

Jackson Baptist Church Presents Trunk Or Treat Scavenger Hunt JACKSON – T he Jackson Baptist Church will be hosting a Trunk or Treat Scavenger Hunt on October 30 (rain date November 1) from 6 to 8 p.m.

The event will take place throughout the community and residents will follow the clues around Jackson to decorated vehicles, allowing for socially distant fall fun for all.

No contact less than six feet distance.

Candy will be individually packaged in sealed bags.

For more information and registration, visit jacksonbaptist.org

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY E DITORIAL Races To Watch On Election Night There is a lot of speculation about what’s going to happen on November 3. After the polls close at 8 p.m., there will be plenty of news personalities talking about the results as they come in. With every House seat on the ballot, plus control of the Senate, White House, and (eventually) the Supreme Court, it’s enough to make you dizzy.

The problem with a lot of political commentary is that they expect people to vote with their minds, and not their hearts. They’ll say something like “Iowa fa r mers were hu r t by Trump’s trade policies so they won’t vote for him,” or “White voters in the Texas counties won’t vote for Biden.” In reality, very few people really understand the complex issues.

Instead, they’ll just vote for whoever their Facebook bubble has promoted more than the other.

I spent a weekend researching the elections because I’m curious about it. And now I’m going to let you copy my notes.

This list I made is by no means an exhaustive list.

I selected the important ones that interested me the most. Some people will say that if Pennsylvania and Florida get called for Biden, you can go to bed early.

For the purpose of this editorial, I will only be focusing on Republicans and Democrats, and not independent candidates.

Republicans currently control the Senate. Democrats need to gain four senators (three if they also take the White House) to take control of the Senate. Democrats have the majority in the House 232197, and Republicans need to land 18 seats to take it.

I’m going to start with New Jersey because New Jersey is the best state.

New Jersey’s 14 electoral votes are predicted to go to Biden. What’s more interesting are the races down ballot.

For most of this election cycle, pundits and predictors have rated the House elections in the 2 nd and 3rd Districts as toss-ups.

Sometimes they lean one way or the other, but that’s the nature of toss-ups.

Websites have also named both of these races among the closest in the nation.

Starting with the 2 nd District, the incumbent is Republican Jeff Van Drew.

He’s being challenged by Democrat Amy Kennedy.

Polls show her with a slight lead, but I’ve never really liked polls. They call 500 registered voters and count them up. That’s hardly scientific. It’s one thing to look at, but not the be-all, end-all.

In the 3rd District, incumbent Andy Kim, a Democrat, is being challenged by David Richter, a Republican. This will be Richter’s second fight of the year. The fi rst was against Kate Gibbs in the primar y. It was messy and expensive. It left the incumbent relatively unscathed with a huge lead in funding. Kim unseated Republican Tom MacArthur for the job. The race was so close that it wasn’t called until almost two weeks later. I imagine the same thing will happen this time around, even moreso because of mail-in ballot reasons.

In the 4th District, incumbent Republican Chris Smith is favored to win reelection. He is being challenged by Democrat Stephanie Schmid. Smith has been in the position for a few decades, and has name recognition and staying power. His pro-life sentiment will likely win (Editorial - See Page 7)

Letters To The Editor Resources For Breast Cancer Help, Screening While I was happy to see Jersey Shore Online taking part in Breast Cancer Awareness month through the article “Tackling Breast Cancer With Screening and Prevention,” I was disappointed by the lack of resources this article provided.

As both a Bachelor of science and Master of public health student at George Washington University, who has experience working with the Manalapan Health Department, I strongly feel that providing readers with tangible ways to access breast cancer screening and educational services is extremely important. Although the article does provide a link to the resources provided by RWJBarnabas system, this link is listed at the end of the article. It does not stand out and is a bit difficult for readers to find.

There are other breast cancer screening and educational resources available locally. These include but are not limited to the Planned Parenthood office in Freehold (732-431-1717), which offers breast exams and other female health exams, and the Children & Family Health Institute at the VNA Health Group (vnahg.org/children-family-health-institute/ ). Educational resources can

be found online from the National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc.(nationalbreastcancer.org/), Susan G. Komen (5.komen.org), and the American Cancer Society (cancer.org/cancer/ breast-cancer.html).

Brianna Elgart Manalapan

It’s Time We Elect True Leadership In NJ-04

We hear about “leadership” during every election, but in the middle of a health and economic crisis the word should be treated as more than an empty platitude.

Beyond bringing others to your point of view, true leadership requires risk; one cannot lead simply by toeing the party line.

I am running for Congress in New Jersey’s Fourth Congressional District because our democracy is at a crisis point, and now, more than ever, we need leaders who will put people before partisanship, country before party, and work together to find solutions.

While serving our country as a United States Foreign Service Officer, I deployed to Haiti shortly after they were devastated by an earthquake and struggling with a cholera outbreak. I worked with Haiti’s government to rebuild and strengthen their democracy and increase

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public resources. I know firsthand that coming back from a public health and economic crisis requires fixing many of the problems that existed before the crisis hit.

That’s why if I am elected to Congress, I will not only fight for the aid New Jersey needs to recover from the pandemic, but I will also support healthcare legislation which automatically enrolls uninsured or underinsured individuals in a public healthcare program such as Medicare, while allowing people the choice to keep their private plans. This way, no family will ever have to choose between their healthcare and putting food on the table, and every American will have access to quality, affordable healthcare.

My opponent, thirty-nine yea r i ncu mbent, Ch r is Smith, has utterly failed to fight for us, even in the midst of a pandemic. We are in desperate need of real leadership and that is why I feel called to serve our community and our country again.

The pandemic hit New Jersey hard with over 16,000 deaths, thousands more jobs lost, small businesses shuttered, and a revenue shortfall that threatens essential state and local government services. Despite this, Smith voted against both iterations of the HEROES Act, which included essential aid for our state and local governments.

With his vote, Smith jeopardized job security for our police officers, fi refighters and teachers.

The Act also included an extension of enhanced unemployment benefits, student loan forgiveness, critical resources for our frontline workers, funding for the Postal Service and election security, and eliminated the $10,000 cap on the State and Local Tax (SALT) deduction - which would have given immediate tax relief to middle class New Jersey homeowners.

In June, while millions lost employer-based health insurance, Smith voted against strengthening our health-

Letters To Th care. A real leader would have prioritized the needs of our families over partisanship. But as usual, Smith refused to stand up for us.

As the first Congresswoman in NJ-04, I pledge to use both my voice and vote to ensure that we have the resources we need before, during, and after a crisis.

Every day, I’ll fight tirelessly for our families and our future. It’s the kind of leadership we deserve.

Stephanie Schmid Democratic Nominee for Congress, NJ-04 Little Silver

Wake Up, America The Supreme Court is on attack from the left in order to break down our Constitution; to control the Supreme Court. They have been threatening the existing members, “We can control you anytime we want to.”

Dems have done everything they can in order to undermine Trump; to eviscerate his administration, to criminalize his administration, and to remove the president of the United States.

(The) Democrat party is following a Saul Alinsky, Stalinist model embracing socialism/Marxism ideology.

We have a party that is undermining our government, undermining our system, praising BLM, embracing Antifa (a Marxist organization). These are anarchists whose mission is to the destruction of the United States of America.

The left, if elected, will pack the courts with leftwing activities!

We are going to lose our freedoms, liberties, and our precious Constitution.

America better wake-up fast!

America will never be a socialist country under Trump’s watch!

Carole A. Weidmuller Manchester

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Continued From Page 6 him continual support in the very religious communities he represents. Schmid’s chance is if there is another blue wave, and she converts independents who are coming out to vote against anyone with an R after their name.

On a lesser note, New Jersey’s 5th, 7th, and 11th Congressional Districts are not slam dunks for the incumbent Democrats, and might have surprises.

Arizona has 11 electoral votes. It has been historically Republican. Currently, Biden has a slight lead. Also, you should watch the Senate race there. Martha McSally is up for election. She is a Republican who was chosen to fulfill the remainder of John McCain’s term. She is being challenged by Democrat Mark Kelly, an astronaut married to Gabby Giffords. The other senator in Arizona is a Democrat who won the spot by narrowly beating McSally in 2018. So, this is a vulnerable spot that should be watched.

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Biden’s Friend Richter How can we trust David Richter to represent Republicans when he hired Biden’s brother 10 years ago?

James Biden was hired as executive vice president by HillStone in 2010. Richter was the company’s president and COO at the time. His father was the CEO. The press release from the company touted Biden’s four decades experience in “business, political, legal and financial circles.”

He’s cozying up to Biden and the Democrats – as long as he can make money off the deal.

Richter doesn’t care about us. He doesn’t care about the Republicans. He only cares about himself.

Chris Tomlin Howell

94, And Voting For Change The Republican Party of Lincoln and Reagan is no more. Now we have the Trump Party or rather King Trump! There is no more norm. Democracy is on the verge of collapse. No one can say ‘no’ to Trump and keep their job. Trump is working towards a monarchy, with him as our King and say goodbye to our Democracy.

We are a country of hate and haters.

The KKK has for years and years killed black and brown people and white sympathizers and are never tried for their crimes of murder. Trump said “Some of them are very nice.”

Hitler marched into country after country after country and killed millions and millions of Jews, handicapped people, priests, nuns, gays, etc. The whole world watched and nobody said ‘no’ to Hitler.

Never again?

However, since the mail-in voting might slow down how long it takes to tally votes, Arizona might be decided past your bedtime.

Florida has 29 electoral votes and is a big target in presidential elections. The last three presidential elections have been very close. Trump won Florida in 2016 by 2.2%, with only about 100,000 votes more than Hillary Clinton. Obama won it in 2012 and 2008 with similarly narrow margins.

Before that, George W. Bush won both of his elections in that state by even closer margins. Bill Clinton won it one year but not the other.

Georgia’s 16 electoral votes are believed to be in play this year. The state has routinely been safe for Republicans, and Trump won it easily before. However, Democrats have been investing a lot of time and money getting inner city people registered to vote. This might not impact the presidency, but might mean more blue in House races. Both Republican Senators are on the ballot. Kelly Loeffler, in particular, got bad press earlier this year for

Trump said “I can shoot somebody on Fifth Avenue and get away with it.”

Trump, in his many interviews with a very well known journalist Bob Woodward, told him in January/February that he knew the coronavirus was deadly. It came in the air and nothing could be done about it. He didn’t want to panic Americans citizens. So in reality he helped to kill 200,000 plus American citizens.

The CDC, Dr. Redfield, said to wear a mask it could be more effective than the vaccine. Trump did not have any plans for the American people, just said the virus would just go away.

Now in front of King Trump’s house, The White House, is a signed peace agreement with some of the world’s meanest dictators. Does anyone know what it says?

Please do not allow this self-absorbed bully, rebel rouser, white supremacist defender destroy our democracy. Don’t panic, just vote!

At my age of 94 years I probably will not be here for the next four years. Please wake up and prevent this catastrophe from happening. Vote for Joe Biden and Kamala Harris and keep our Democracy alive and well in the United States of America, forever and ever.

Sarah “Roz” Maketansky Toms River

MAGA Hats

Does anyone else see the irony of those MAGA hats that Trump followers wear?

Don’t they realize that we have already had four (disastrous) years of his “Make America Great Again?”

Those same hats were worn by them four years ago. That was his slogan then, and the “great America” we have now is thanks to him? How many times do we give Trump the chance to make it right?

Rosemary Doherty Berkeley

dumping stocks when she knew COVID was about to hit.

Somehow, a lot of news came out of Michigan recently. Trump won it narrowly in 2016. It had been such a Democrat stronghold that the Democrats didn’t put a lot of work into keeping it. With all the turmoil, it will be interesting to see how it turns out.

Clinton won Minnesota narrowly in 2016 and the Trump campaign has targeted it as a vulnerable pick-up state for 2020.

The Republicans have been outspending and out-visiting this year to earn its 10 electoral votes.

North Carolina has 15 electoral votes.

Obama won it with 1 point in 2008; Romney won it with 2 points in 2012 and Trump won it with a 4 point margin in 2016. Their Republican fi rst-term Senator Thom Tillis is up for re-election and pundits say it could go either way. So, this state is important to watch for control of the Senate as well.

You knew that Ohio would wind up on this list, right? One stat I saw said that no Republican ever ascended to the presidency without Ohio. That sounds like a baseball stat – something to ramble off while you’re waiting for the pitch but it doesn’t really matter. It has 18 electoral votes. Trump won it by 8 points. Obama won the state both times, but by smaller margins.

South Carolina’s 9 electoral votes traditionally go to Republicans. But this year, it’s not about the electoral votes. It’s about Lindsey Graham. Once critical of Trump, he has had a change in tune, and the nation noticed. He faces Jaime Harrison who has set fundraising records.

Pennsylvania is worth 20 electoral votes.

It voted for Trump very narrowly. However, it voted for Obama in 2008 and 2012. Expect pundits to be watching Pennsylvania closely on election night.

Texas has 38 electoral votes and hasn’t voted for a Democrat since Carter. A lot of pundits are talking about Texas moving slowly to the left over the years, and some websites are only listing it as “lean right,” but I personally feel that’s making a mountain out of a mole hill just to get clicks.

Wisconsin has 10 electoral votes. And interestingly, Wisconsin residents voted on their 10 electoral voters earlier this year. Trump won it narrowly in 2016, and Obama won it his two terms, making this a true swing state. All the polls point to Trump losing Wisconsin this year. However, all the polls pointed to Trump losing Wisconsin in 2016, but he won it despite predictions.

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Bill Would Safeguard Personal Information Stored At MVC Capitol Comments Assemblyman Ronald Dancer 12th Legislative District, Serving Jackson

TRENTON – Assemblyman Ron Dancer wants to

safeguard personal information from identity theft

and has introduced a bill that would protect the personal information stored by the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission. Dancer’s bill would require the MVC to encrypt all data transmitted by the commission.

“The MVC must find an effective way to protect our personal information,” said

Dancer (R-12th). “Agencies that handle personal information in a digital age have a responsibility to safeguard data. Cybercriminals are getting smarter and finding more creative ways to steal our information. This means we need to be proactive, not reactive.”

The bill (A4758) would also

require the MVC’s chief administrator to find a way to generate driver’s license and identification numbers in a way that protects personal infor mation from being determined. In recent years, the algorithm that generated license numbers was made public. This leak compromised data stored at

DMVs across the country.

“Other states have already taken the proper steps to safeguard information, and New Jersey needs to do the same,” said Dancer. “We must do everything in our power to stop these criminals from having access to our private data and personal information.”

COVID-19 Transparency Website Launched From The Desk Of The

Governor Phil Murphy TRENTON – Governor Phil Murphy announced the launch of New Jersey’s COVID-19 Transparency website, providing

oversight and public confidence in the expenditure of federal recovery funds as the State continues to manage the COVID-19 pandemic. The announcement of the website follows the Governor’s signing of Executive Order No. 166 on July 17, 2020, which established the Governor’s Disaster Recovery Office (GDRO) and COVID-19 Compliance and Oversight

Task Force.

“New Jerseyans deserve to know how the State is addressing the COVID-19 crisis and how their taxpayer dollars are being spent,” said Governor Murphy. “This website represents a crucial step in our commitment to transparency during the ongoing pandemic.”

The website can be found here: nj.gov/covid19oversight/ “The COVID-19 transparency site will centralize information for the public on federal

funding data and federally-funded contracts to ensure New Jerseyans that the State is properly stewarding coronavirus recovery funds,” said Daniel J. Kelly, Executive Director, Governor’s Disaster Recovery Office. “The site is emblematic of Governor Murphy’s commitment to transparency and oversight in order to guard against fraud, waste, and abuse in the expenditure of desperately-needed COVID-19 recovery funding.”

“The new COVID-19 Oversight website is designed to shine a bright light on how federal money is being spent on New Jersey’s recovery efforts, and to serve as a resource for New Jersey residents,” said Acting State Comptroller Kevin D. Walsh. “Publicly posting contracts that pertain to New Jersey’s recovery from COVID-19 means that our recovery from this crisis is proceeding with maximum transparency and accountability to taxpayers.”

“As a person within Information Technology, it’s always a moment of pride when a project with a specific delivery deadline and specific budget is delivered on time and on budget,” said Chris Rein, Chief Technology Officer for the State of New Jersey. “Leveraging existing assets and technologies, this application was substantially less expensive than prior data transparency projects. Working with Dan Kelly, Poonam Soans and Julie Veffer on this was a special effort.”

The GDRO, with the assistance of the New Jersey Office of Information Technology (NJOIT) and the Office of the State Comptroller, developed the transparency website within ninety days of the date of the Executive Order. The website tracks the State’s eligible and planned uses of any funds disbursed by the federal or State government to help New Jersey residents, businesses, non-profit organizations, government agencies, and other entities respond to or recover from the COVID-19 pandemic. It will provide a list of the contracts involving the allocation and expenditure of recovery funds, in addition to providing information on the various disaster recovery resources available to residents, businesses and government entities.

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Six Flags Creates Special Mask Coverings For A Safe Hallowfest

By Alyssa Riccardi JACKSON – Fright Fest at Six Flags Great Adventure has always been the spooky attraction to attend since its beginnings nearly 30 years ago. Many actors are covered in special effects makeup to transform into terrifying zombies and other scary monsters.

This year due to COVID-19, all crew members are required to wear face masks at the park to protect the health and safety of their crew visitors. This brought a challenge to the artistic team when it came to achieving realistic special effects makeup for their actors.

Six Flags Special Effects Makeup Supervisor Andrea Kovalik took on the challenge and discovered a way to incorporate the masks into the makeup. After experimenting with numerous ideas and materials, Kovalik found that a latex mask cover for a surgical mask works perfect for the artistic team to paint over.

“We knew that just wearing regular costume masks over surgical masks would destroy the quality of our product. We pride ourselves on the seamless, authen-

tic ghoul look that we’ve created over the years,” Kovalik said. “Our new latex mask covers provide a covering for half the face, and we’re able to blend the mask into the rest of the face as seamlessly as possible. The end result maintains our high Six Flags standard, and some say the look is even scarier.”

Kovalik designed more than 40 different latex mask covers for 120 different Hallowfest characters. She made her own molds and sculptures for the masks and hand painted each one of them.

“Safety is always our top priority, and thanks to our new mask covers, we can deliver the same high-quality scare our guests expect while keeping everyone safe,” Kovalik said.

Hallowfest runs weekends and select days until November 1. It features “Thrills by Day” and “Chills by Night” with 16 different Halloween-themed attractions plus the park’s world-class thrill rides.

For more information, visit sixflags. com/greatadventure. Reservations and advance tickets are required.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Dept. Of Health Lists Tips For A Safe Halloween

By Alyssa Riccardi OCEAN COUNTY – The NJDOH has announced a Halloween COVID-19 guidance document for Halloween trick or treaters and partygoers. The document lists information on how to safely celebrate the holiday whether it’s with indoor or outdoor activities.

“We’re happy everyone can still experience some type of Halloween festivities - especially our young ones who do look forward to this festive holiday,” said Gerry P. Little, Ocean County Freeholder and liaison to the Ocean County Board of Health. “The Ocean County Health Department (OCHD) is asking for everyone’s cooperation and to do their part by following the COVID-19 safety strategies

provided for the protection and welfare of your friends, family and neighbors.”

“As a community we can’t let Halloween become a one day vacation from keeping up with the COVID-19 protocols such as social distancing, wearing protective face coverings and all the rest of the important precautions people have been following throughout the pandemic,” advised Daniel Regenye, OCHD Public Health Coordinator/Health Officer.

“Remember, safety first,” added OCHD Assistant Public Health Coordinator, Patty High.

For the full celebration guidance list, visit nj.gov/health/. Under Halloween Celebration Guidance will be listed ways to limit the transmission of the COVID-19 virus.

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Ocean County Blood Donation Events Begin Again

By Alyssa Riccardi JACKSON – The Knights of Columbus Jackson (#2601) and Knights of Columbus St. Monica will be holding monthly blood donations.

Organized by Vitalant, the nationwide blood collection organization, this ongoing series will provide Ocean County residents the opportunity to donate blood through December of this year. At this moment donations are especially important because of the nationwide COVID-19 pandemic and the need to constantly aid the local blood supply.

“There’s no inherent risk of getting coronavirus from the donation procedure itself, and we follow CDC guidelines and take extra precautions to protect our staff and

blood donors,” explains Vitalant Regional Director Michael Davenport. “We require all staff and donors to wear a face covering or mask while donating and monitor temperatures to ensure a safe environment. All equipment and supplies are cleaned before, during and after the donation process to allow for a safe and clinical environment for everyone.”

The dates are as followed: • October 26 from 2 to 7 p.m.

• November 23 from 2 to 7 p.m.

• December 28 from 2 to 7 p.m.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Deborah Heart And Lung Center Performs 550th TAVR Procedure

─Photo courtesy Deborah Heart And Lung Center Deborah’s TAVR team celebrates a milestone. From left: Val Harris, RN; Wendy Carey, RN; Gina Schlottke, RN (virtually); Joseph Chirichella, President and CEO; Joseph Manni, Executive Vice President, Operations, COO; Jamie Rice, RN; Jennifer Joiner, MSN, APN; Richard Kovach, MD; Amanda Robbins, RT; Lorraine Kelly, LPN; Rachel Marino, RN; Paul Burns, MD

By Chris Lundy NEW JERSEY - Deborah Heart and Lung Center celebrated a milestone by performing 550 Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacements (TAVR) since the program began in 2014.

What makes this even more significant is that more than 100 of these were performed in 2020, despite the challenging conditions of COVID-19.

TAVR is a sophisticated, minimally-invasive catheter-based treatment option for aortic valve replacement done with local anesthesia in Deborah’s hybrid operating room. Here interventionalists work sideby-side with heart surgeons to offer patients excellent valve replacement outcomes, without traditional open heart surgery and its longer recovery times.

“Our structural heart disease program continues to grow and evolve,” said Richard Kovach, MD, Division Director of Interventional Cardiology. “TAVR was first in-

troduced for patients who needed an aortic valve replacement but were considered too high risk for an open-heart procedure. Since then the criteria has broadened, and now lower risk patients are also candidates for this minimally-invasive approach.”

Surgeon Paul Burns, MD agreed: “The rapid pace of innovation in the hybrid operating room continues to accelerate. TAVR is the perfect example of this, where multi-disciplinary teams of specialists work together to change the future horizon of what we consider ‘heart surgery’ to look like. Our TAVR record underscores Deborah’s commitment to this evolving boundary.”

Dr. Kovach pointed to the team’s solid record. “Even this year during COVID-19, we still performed over 100 TAVR procedures. This is a testament to the hard work and dedication of every one on our team.

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

Ginger Improves Memory And Reduces Pain

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Ginger is a something you’ve probably walked past a thousand times in the grocery store and passed up. It has some incredible medicinal benefits and offers people a natural approach to many ailments. Many women use ginger for morning sickness during pregnancy.

Sometimes you see it crystallized with sugar to improve flavor. But today I’m talking about the fresh ginger root which you can buy in food markets.

Known officially as Zingiber officinale, ginger contains many therapeutic compounds, all of which have well-documented medicinal actions in the body. In studies with people who ate dried ginger spice in their meals, 75 percent experienced relief from arthritic pain and swelling!

Ginger contains dozens of compounds which have pharmacological activity.

Sometimes you have to heat the ginger to see a specific compound. For example, zingerone is negligible in fresh ginger, however cooking it transforms the gingerol to zingerone. The dried (powdered) ginger spice does contain zingerone in it.

We think of ginger (either fresh or powdered) as a flavor agent, but ginger is powerful medicine. It is an antioxidant and strong analgesic. It could thin the blood so you have to avoid it (or minimize it) if you are supported on anticoagulant medications.

Zingerone is well researched and it’s incredible. Studies have determined that it reduces inflammation, improves blood

sugar, eases muscle pain and spasms, helps with arthritis, speeds fat breakdown and ramps up immune function. In an animal study, ginger compounds protected rodents from brain damage and memory loss so now drug companies are trying to morph it and patent it into an Alzheimer’s drug. I say just eat it!

Ginger can block your enzyme xanthine oxidase which is good because that reduces ROS (reactive oxygen species). So the fact that ginger can degrade these ROS free radicals means it protects your DNA and mitochondria. In fact, ginger promotes mitochondrial health and these mito store energy for you in the form of ATP. If you have liver disease, or hepatic injury (for example, alcohol-related, or hepatitis), consider ginger in all of your recipes because studies show that zingerone has a hepatoprotective effect.

Here’s another fun fact. Ginger might have some heavy metal binding abilities, because it can reduce cadmium levels according to animal studies. It can also reduce the body’s burden of organophosphate pesticides! If you have a PON1 gene, make ginger your friend!

Unfortunately, it cannot bind gadolinium from MRIs. Not only does ginger spice up your recipes, it makes for a quick and delicious tea. I have a recipe for this at my website, as well as a free ebook for you called “Spices that Heal.” Ginger is a delicious, safe and affordable way to improve health while adding a warming spice to your meals.

(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) ©2020 SUZY COHEN, RPH. DISTRIBUTED BY DEAR PHARMACIST, INC.

Two Officers Retire

By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – Detective Scott Conover and Police Officer Chris Kelly are both enjoying a new chapter in their lives which began with their recent retirement.

Detective Conover was hired by the township police department in 1995 and he served as a patrol officer and as a member of the department’s Special Response Team.

Conover was assigned to the detective bureau and due to his years of experience as a volunteer firefighter in the township he also served as an arson investigator.

Conover’s most recent assignment prior to retirement was on assignment with the Ocean County Special Operations Group.

During his tenure with the agency, Conover was chosen as the Offi cer of the Year in 2008 and nominated on other occasions. He

was awarded numerous awards including a Command Citation Letter, Unit Citation and Excellent Police Duty Ribbon among several letters of commendation.

Officer Kelly began his career with the Jackson Police Department in 1999 and is a United States Marine Corps veteran where he achieved the rank of sergeant. He served as a patrol officer and as a traffic investigator with the department’s Traffic Safety Unit.

During his tenure with the agency, Kelly was awarded the Command Citation Letter, Good Conduct Medal and several letters of commendation.

Police Chief Matthew Kunz extended congratulations to both on their careers with the Jackson Police Department. “We wish them a happy retirement!”

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Mobile Senior Assistance Coming Soon

By Bob Vosseller TOMS RIVER – While the idea of members of the Ocean County Chosen Board of Freeholders playing the roles of Hawkeye Pierce, Corporal Klinger, Hot Lips Hoolihan or Radar from the popular 1970s television show and feature film M*A*S*H seem comical, the reality is, Ocean County will be fielding its own “MASH” unit.

This MASH Unit stands for Mobile Assistance For Seniors at Home and it is expected to be operational in the coming months. Instead of treating wounded soldiers, this 21st century MASH program would be on the frontlines helping seniors, according to Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari.

“We will be bringing more of our services right to our senior communities rather than residents coming into our Toms River Senior Services office,” Vicari said. When the COVID-19 pandemic first struck the county in the spring and forced most county offices to close to the public, he looked for a way to continue services for the county’s most vulnerable residents.

The plans for MASH were formulated over the summer and tested earlier this month during an outreach at Leisure Village in Lakewood.

“We had hoped to test the waters during a visit to Leisure Village in August, but the tropical storm that hit the area washed out our plans,” said Maria La Face, director of the Ocean County Office of Senior Services.

She added that the event was rescheduled to October 6 and was a success both for her staff and for the residents of Leisure Village.

“We set up outside with folding tables and portable Plexiglas to interview clients. We used all the necessary disinfectants and PPEs. We were there from 9 to 5 and assisted close to 30 residents,” she added.

Vicari, who is the liaison to the Office of Senior Services, added, “seniors were grateful that we came out to see them so they didn’t have to drive into Toms River. Based on the experience of this first event, we are working to expand the MASH program.”

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The MASH initiative is unique in the state according to Vicari who said, “no one is doing anything like this on this scale in the state.”

“Ocean County is home to more senior citizens than any other county and we are leading the way in providing services to our older adults,” Vicari added.

The mobile program is even more important as the COVID-19 crisis continues to grip the county and the nation.

“The ongoing pandemic has been devastating to our senior communities. Besides the physical threat of contracting the illness, many of our seniors have been dealing with stress and other psychological issues, including loneliness,” Vicari said.

Vicari stressed that once the pandemic eases, MASH will remain. “when the communities open up and allow indoor activities, we would hold the event inside their clubhouses with all of the necessary safety precautions” Until that time, work is continuing on the logistics of holding mobile events as the weather turns colder.

Both tents and possibly a bus have been discussed, but no decision has yet been made. The key is we will continue to bring our services to our seniors,” Vicari said.

“Asking them to physically come to our office for an appointment was challenging for many seniors because of their age, frailty, loss of license and mobility before the pandemic. Now they have the additional risk of infection and serious health complications whenever they venture out, especially to indoor office buildings that are frequented by the public,” Vicari said.

“What good are all of our programs if those that need them most cannot access them?

MASH will allow us to bring the services to them,” Vicari said.

The Office of Senior Services is open and available to assist residents by phone. The office can be reached at 732-929-2091.

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Social Worker’s License Revoked For Sexual Misconduct With Student

By Alyssa Riccardi NEW JERSEY –A New Jersey social worker had her license permanently revoked after engaging in criminal sexual contact with a teenage student she was counseling.

According to the Final Consent Order, Tara Cardinale, 39, of Washington Township, engaged in inappropriate conduct with a student who was under the age of 18. Cardinale was serving as the student’s primary therapist at the Bergen County school where she

worked.

“This licensee engaged in sexual conduct with a teenager under her professional supervision, not only violating our criminal laws, but also committing an appalling breach of basic ethics and professional standards,” said Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal. “The grave professional consequences this social worker faces are proof of our determination to protect the public, and the integrity of the vast majority of mental health professionals who work tirelessly

for their clients every day.”

The Board found that Cardinale’s actions were not only a criminal offense, but also professional misconduct. This led to the Board revoking her license to practice in New Jersey permanently.

“The conduct of this therapist raised serious questions about her professional judgment and fitness to practice,” said Paul R. Rodríguez, Acting Director of the Division of Consumer Affairs. “One of the greatest harms mental healthcare providers can inf lict on their clients and

the profession is exploiting the trust bestowed on them to manipulate vulnerable individuals. Protecting the public from the violation of this trust justifies the permanent revocation of her license.”

Anyone who feels that they are a victim of misconduct by a licensed healthcare professional can file an online complaint with the State Division of Consumer Affairs by visiting njconsumeraffairs.gov/ bme/Pages/default.aspx or by calling 973-504-6200 to request a complaint form.

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By: Paul Eberle, MS, PT, Whiting Physical Therapist

he Sciatic Nerve is the largest nerve in the body.

It begins in the lower back, travels through the buttock and the back of the thigh, divides into two nerves at the knee and ends at your toes. The term “sciatica” refers to a set of symptoms including pain in the low back, buttock, and legs, which can radiate below the knee to the feet and toes. This radiating pain can be experienced in one or both legs along with numbness, tingling and muscle weakness in the hips, knees and ankles. It is important to understand that the term “sciatica” does not describe the specific causes of the radiating pain, which many individuals from their twenties to their nineties experience. There are two common causes of sciatic pain. Sciatic pain is most commonly caused by compression of lumbar or sacral nerve roots as they exit the spinal cord.

The most common cause for nerve compression causing sciatica in the younger population is lumbar disc herniation. It has been reported that as high as 90% of all cases of sciatic pain are due to spinal disc herniations which impinge upon the nerve roots where the sciatic nerve originates. The compression or pressing of the nerve roots can cause pain, tingling, muscle weakness, or poor muscle control of the areas supplied by the sciatic nerve. Individuals with lumbar disc herniations, also known as lumbar disc bulges or slipped discs, usually experience increased radiating sciatic pain with forward bending and sitting. Work and daily activities often become limited.

Physical therapy and instruction in patient specific exercises to reduce discal nerve impingement and to increase spinal flexibility and core strength have consistently shown to decrease and eliminate sciatic and lumbar pain. The McKenzie approach is a widely used physical therapy regimen. In this approach patients repeatedly perform specific exercises which mechanically reduce the process of disc herniation as discal material (nucleus propulsus) is pressed away from the irritated nerve roots and back toward or into the outer casing of the disc (annulus fibrosus). Treatment then focuses on strengthening postural muscles of the spine and trunk to

limit the possibility of symptom recurrence.

The second most common cause of sciatic pain is lumbar spinal stenosis. Most people with lumbar spinal stenosis are over the age of fifty. It is estimated that more than 400,000 people in the United States have leg and/or lower back pain which is attributed to lumbar stenosis. The term stenosis means “choking” and is the result of the spinal cord or nerve roots being compressed within the spinal column. Stenosis is often the result of joint and disc degeneration. Sciatica from lumbar spinal stenosis usually progresses slowly and often becomes more severe with time. The low back pain and radiating buttock or leg pain will often subside for periods but, unfortunately, will often return. In most cases people with lumbar stenosis have pain with standing, walking and transitioning from a sitting to a standing position. This is due to the fact that when the lumbar spine is extended or straight, the nerve roots have less room as they exit the spinal cord and can be compressed. Patients with lumbar stenosis usually have relief when sitting and often prefer to stand with a slouched posture which reduces nerve compression and pain.

The exercise prescription for patients with lumbar spinal stenosis focuses on increasing flexibility in the spine and legs and maximizing patient walking and daily activity tolerance without worsening pain. Patients are often not able to tolerate exercise in the standing position due to the irritation of tight muscles; therefore focus is initially on loosening up those muscles to decrease symptoms. Once symptom reduction begins, the patient can usually tolerate exercises to strengthen the lower extremities, spine and trunk in positions, notably standing, where they had experienced pain during the day. The goal is to have the patient be able to perform exercises and stretches which allow them to increase their tolerance to walking and standing activities.

The third most common cause of sciatica is piriformis syndrome. In the past it was believed to cause approximately 6% of reported cases of sciatica, however recent EMG studies have shown that piriformis syndrome may be a more common source of sciatica. The sciatic nerve runs deep through the buttocks just beneath the

piriformis muscle. In 10 to 15% of individuals however, it is believed the nerve runs directly through the muscle.

These individuals may be at an increased risk of piriformis syndrome. Patients with piriformis syndrome usually feel worse in seated positions, as increased pressure is placed on the sciatic nerve. This is often exacerbated in individuals who sit on their wallet. Common causes are overexercising and prolonged sitting and it appears to be more common in women.

Buttock and sciatic pain resulting from piriformis syndrome respond well to physical therapy when properly diagnosed and treated. Physical therapy treatment begins with a thorough evaluation of the hip joint and spine followed by specific manual therapy techniques performed by an experienced therapist.

The goal of physical therapy treatment is to allow the piriformis muscle to relax and lengthen, relieving the pressure on the sciatic nerve. Modalities including moist heat and ultrasound often assist in allowing the piriformis muscle to relax. Once pain levels are reduced, specific patient exercises and stretches can be taught, allowing patients to control and eliminate their sciatica.

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Paul received clinical training at the Helen Hayes Outpatient Day Hospital with a focus on mixed neurological diagnoses including Parkinson’s disease, Multiple Sclerosis, Stroke, Spinal Cord Injury and Orthopedics. Paul has worked fulltime in outpatient orthopedic and neurological settings since being licensed to practice physical therapy in 2001.

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Influenza vaccinations are with no out of pocket expense to all Ocean County Residents. Pneumonia Vaccinations available at each location.

Residents under the age of 65 years requesting a Pneumonia Vaccination will need a Physician prescription.

What’s New with Seasonal Flu? • All people 6 months of age and older should get vaccinated against seasonal Flu every year • Children younger than 6 months are at high risk of serious flu illness but are too young to be vaccinated. People who care for them should be vaccinated instead • Vaccination is especially important for pregnant women and people with chronic diseases • The flu vaccine protects against several different flu viruses (strains). Flu vaccines are updated every year to better match the viruses circulating in the public.Getting the flu vaccine cannot give you the flu! The vaccine is made with inactive (killed) virus strains which are not infectious. *DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

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Continued From Page 1 disease of addiction.

The project was described by its founder Dee Gillen as a labor of love created after she experienced the loss of her son, Scott, to a heroin/fentanyl overdose at the age of 27. It began with a simple post just prior to Overdose Awareness Day in 2019. She encouraged other loved ones to share their pictures and it grew.

The posters have been on display in various local events. Sometimes it is a full display, and sometimes it is a smaller grouping of photos. Each photo allows people to look at their faces and learn about them. They were daughters, sons, parents, musicians, athletes, performers and more who just wanted to lead happy lives.

Among the posters and the family members present for the afternoon program was the family of Misti Autumn Strauss who died on December 11, 2015. “It is beautiful to get awareness out there and to show their lives.

They all had beautiful stories. They have booths set up here today that show different resources available,” her mother Ann Strauss of Eatontown said.

“People see drug addiction as evil but these people aren’t evil. Many are kids and they are humans and many were in the wrong spot with the wrong people at the wrong time,” she said.

“I’m wearing my daughter’s shirt, I’m her voice now,” she added. She said Misti’s addiction problems existed for only around two years. “I didn’t know and when I found out I tried to help her right away and she tried to help herself too. It overpowers them. She said ‘oh mom I know what I’m doing. I’ll be okay. I know what I’m doing,’ but it got worse.” Misti died at the age of 27.

“That is what they say: ‘I got this.’ My daughter got into drugs after she met a boy who tricked her into it and laced her cigarettes. She got out of it, went to rehab and then she met another guy who said just snort this and she was dead two years later,” Gail Sturr, Toms River said. Her daughter Tanya Eileen Sturr died two years ago.

“My daughter died at 33,” Sturr said. “She got an infection from shooting the junk in her legs. It went to MRSA and sepsis and later organ failure.”

Sturr pointed to another poster, “that’s my sister’s brother-in-law he died in the 70s, Charlie Lagraca. Their nephew died too. He went out on Thanksgiving and came home and lied down and was dead. It affects anyone. There is someone out there that you will know that it has happened to them or their children. It is everywhere.”

“This is very emotional,” Sturr added. “It is surreal but it is helpful. She is missed by many. She was a very funny person and had a good personality. She had cleaned up her act for five years and was fine until she met this other guy and that was the end of her. It changed her personality.”

Gillen and Sheryl Cashin of Fair Lawn were pleased to see the turnout for the day’s bittersweet event. Gillen said that during an Addiction Awareness event held last year, “the group that was hosting the event offered to do these posters for the families and they

The Jackson Times, October 24, 2020, Page 19 made 40 posters back then and then we just kept it going after that. It grew little by little.”

“When COVID hit all our community and school events stopped so we came up with quiet memorials. So for overdose awareness month this year and we decided we would go on the road and take silent memorials to any town that will let us display them,” Gillen added.

Gillen said, “on August 1 the display featured 120 posters and now we have 263.

People just ask us to do it and we don’t ask for anything from the grieving families because they have been through enough. We rely on outside donations to pay the costs for it and people have been really compassionate about that. We were able to come down to do this here today and it’s great.”

Cashin works with Gillen on the project.

“Dee and I met at the cemetery. Our boys were buried a few feet from each other. Dee had asked if I wanted a poster made of my

son and I said yes and started helping out.

This is our way of getting out to show this side of the story. It is important to put a face to addiction and that it can happen to anyone.

The last few years of their lives may have been bad because they were facing addiction but that is not who they were.”

Those seeking further information or who wish to support The Black Poster Project can e-mail theblackposterproject@gmail.com or call/text 201-906-9055.

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In the Ted Talk, Steiner will share the story of her relationship and will speak about misconceptions of domestic violence. A panel discussion will follow with the following participants: • Laurie Toole, Providence House Domestic Violence Services of Catholic Charities • Danielle Dunne, St. Francis Counseling Service

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Continued From Page 1 He was promoted to sergeant in 2008 and then to lieutenant in 2015 and has received multiple awards during his career including the meritorious service award for his actions during a riot situation, unit citation, officer of the year and supervisor of the year.

Convery will be assigned as the Special Services Division Commander.

Detective Sergeant Francisco “Frank” Mendez #224 was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant. Lt. Mendez began his law enforcement career as a police officer at Brookdale College in 1993 after serving in the United States Army where he earned the Combat Infantry Badge along with the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal and National Defense Service Medal for his service in liberating Panama.

He then became a Class II SLEO in with the Keansburg Police Department in 1994 and was hired there as a full-time police officer in 1996. During his time with the Keansburg Police Department he worked as an undercover narcotics detective and was assigned to the Bayshore Narcotics Task Force.

Mendez was hired by the Jackson Police Department in 2001 and served as a patrol officer, advisor to the Explorer Post, member of the department’s Special Response Team and as a use of force instructor for the agency and at the Ocean County Police Academy.

He was assigned to the detective bureau in 2008 and promoted to sergeant in 2011 where he was assigned to supervise a patrol squad before returning to the detective bureau as a supervisor. He has received multiple awards including the unit citation, veteran’s ribbon, good conduct ribbon and was honored by the Ocean County 200 Club for responding to an incident with an armed emotionally disturbed person and taking the subject into custody without injury to anyone. Mendez will be assigned as Detective Lieutenant overseeing the detective bureau.

Police Officer Vincent Rubio #199 was promoted to the rank of sergeant. Sgt. Rubio began his law enforcement career in 1996 when he was hired by the Jackson Police Department and graduated from the 193rd Municipal Class at the New Jersey State Police Academy in Sea Girt.

He served as a patrol officer and then was assigned to the detective bureau from 2000-2007 before being assigned to the Special Services Division.

He is a fi rearms instructor and rangemaster for the Ocean County Police Academy and was a member of the department’s Special Response Team and is also the department’s range master and training coordinator. He instituted the department’s patrol rifle program and 2014 pistol upgrade and also oversees the agency’s vehicle f leet, uniforms, weapons and LESO/1033 program which has benefited the department with equipment and supplies from the federal government.

Rubio has received numerous letters of commendation and awards including the

The Jackson Times, October 24, 2020, Page 23 unit citation, good conduct ribbon and 9/11 responder. Sgt. Rubio will be assigned as a supervisor in the Special Services Division.

Detective Shawn Hobson #207 was promoted to the rank of sergeant. Sgt. Hobson graduated from Rowan College with a BA in criminal justice and began his law enforcement career in 1997 when he was hired by the Jackson Police Department and graduated from Class #69 at the Ocean County Police Academy.

He served as a patrol officer before being assigned to the detective bureau in 2003 where he was responsible for Megan’s Law, the evidence room, forfeiture cases and crime scene investigation among other duties.

Hobson is an EVOC instructor for the agency and ATV operator and also served on the department’s Special Response Team. He has also headed the PBA golf outing for several years. He has received numerous awards including the good conduct ribbon, achievement ribbon and unit citations. He will be assigned as a Detective Sergeant.

Councilman Ken Bressi said, “every time we have these promotions, we recognize that we have the fi nest police department around and we hear the achievements of all these officers over the years you recognize how deserving they are of these promotions. I congratulate them all.”

“I want to congratulate the officers who were promoted this evening especially the guys who grew up here. You are a credit to our community and have certainly done Jackson proud,” Councilman Steve Chisholm said.

Councilman Martin Flemming added, “I also wish to send our congratulations to all our newly promoted officers and I wish them the best in their new ranks.”

Council Vice President Andrew Kern congratulated the new officers and also offered a “thank you to their families for allowing them to leave you every day so they can keep us safe may the Lord watch over and protect you always.”

“I also wish to extend my thanks and congratulations to our police department.

It speaks volumes that three of the four have been life long residents of Jackson.

Knowing two of them personally I can tell you they bring a lot of class and respect to the department,” Council President Alex Sauickie said.

“Echoing everybody’s comments made up here on the dais. I am very proud of the police officers promoted tonight. I know all four of them personally for quite some time and served with a few of them. It is a great honor to watch this police department grow. Congratulations and be safe,” Mayor Michael Reina added.

Investigations Division Commander Captain Steve Laskiewicz issued a statement from the department which stated congratulations to the officers on their promotions “and wish them the best in their assignments.

We would also like to thank Mayor Reina, the Council Members and Township Administration for their support of the agency as the department grows and prepares to serve the demands of the growing township.”

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Jackson Man Reenlists In US Navy For Six More Years

─Photo courtesy Navy Office Of Community Outreach Logistics Specialist 1st Class David Kerley, a native of Jackson Township recently reenlisted in the U.S. Navy taking the oath of office aboard the USS Constitution.

By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – A township native who serves as a Logistics Specialist 1st Class, recently reenlisted for six more years of Navy service.

David Kerley reenlisted on board the USS Constitution earlier this month. Through reenlistment, a sailor takes an oath and signs a contract to continue serving their country as a member of the U.S. Navy and

the armed forces.

“Everything happens for a reason,” Kerley said. He graduated in 2003 from Jackson Memorial High School. He has served in the Navy for 14 years.

Kerley’s previous duty stations include USS Carter Hall (LSD 50), Naval Supply Fleet Logistics Center, Norfolk, Virginia, and USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78).

The USS Constitution, is the world’s oldest commissioned warship afloat, and played a crucial role in the Barbary Wars and the War of 1812, actively defending sea lanes from 1797 to 1855.

The active-duty Sailors stationed aboard USS Constitution normally provide free tours and offer public visitation to more than 600,000 people each year as they support the ship’s mission sustained naval presence.

The ship was undefeated in battle and captured or destroyed 33 enemy vessels.

The vessel earned the nickname of Old Ironsides during the war of 1812 after British cannonballs were seen bouncing off the ship’s wooden hull.

Purpose And Hope To Host Survivor Day 5K

ISLAND HEIGHTS – Purpose and Hope will be hosting a Survivor Day 5K in the Memory of Ocean County Sheriff’s Officer Christian Schenk on November 21.

Survivor Day was designated by congress as a day when those affected by suicide can join together for healing and support.

This year, they ask for the community and friends to come together in unity to run or walk a 5K in the memory of

Christian Schenk and in support of those that are mourning his loss during the week that he would’ve been celebrating his 29th birthday.

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By: Christopher R. Shea, Esq.and Robert C. Shea, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates

In New Jersey, if you sustain an injury arising out of or in the course of your employment, you are entitled to certain benefits under the law. This is more specifically set forth in the New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Act. Primarily, should your injury require medical attention, the Workers’ Compensation carrier for your employer is to provide this to you. The insurance carrier pays for reasonable and necessary medical care until you reach a medical plateau. In turn, however, the insurance carrier does have the right to direct your medical care. In other words, the insurance carrier has the opportunity to choose the physicians with whom you treat, as well as the facilities where any treatment or therapy is administered.

In the event that your injury is such that you are medically unable to work for more than seven (7) days, the New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Act provides that the insurance company is to pay temporary disability benefits. This entitles you to seventy percent (70%) of your wages, up to the statutory maximum for the year in which you sustained the injury. These payments continue until the authorized physician permits you to return to work or until you reach a medical plateau, whichever is sooner.

Should permanent effects of your injury remain after achieving a medical plateau, you may be entitled to benefits to compensate for those permanent effects. This is based on a statutory value determined according to the part of your body which was injured and the permanent residuals of your treatment and injury. This process progresses after your physician has returned you to gainful employment. In the event that you are deemed medically unable to return to work, you may be entitled to total disability benefits.

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Popcorn Park Zoo Holds Blessing Of Animals

By Bob Vosseller LACEY – Barking, purring, oinking and other sounds were heard recently during the annual blessing of the animals held at the Popcorn Park Zoo. The ceremony is held each year in honor of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals and the environment.

Reverend Joh n Cardello, who has served as the chaplain for the Ocean County Humane Society and the Popcorn Park Zoo for the past five years, once again performed the blessing at the service. Visitors brought their pets to the picnic area directly across from the zoo entrance for a blessing.

Rev. Cardello also went around to each animal pen to perform a blessing and he was very familiar with the history of most of the animals be they bears, lions, tigers or monkeys. He not only knew their species but in most cases he knew their names.

“As to some unusual blessings I have conducted over the years, I always tell people this event is my favorite event of the year because when and where else do I get to pet/touch tigers, lions, horses, etc. all in one day,” Rev. Cardello said.

“Each October, since I started the program, it has been my honor, privilege and joy to conduct the annual Zoo Animal and Pet Blessing held at the zoo. This event, it is non-sectarian and a free service for those who participate.

The Popcorn Park Zoo has, for over 20 years, been a safe refuge for abused, injured and unwanted animals including farm animals, lions, tigers and bears,” Reverend Cardello said.

As Zoo chaplain, he has blessed lions (Simba), tigers (Thor and Raj), a Horse (Seven) suffering with pica (an eating disorder brought about by near starvation), shaken hands with a monkey (Konga), and a small goat rescued from sacrifice from a Satanist group.

He has also experienced the love and thanks of pit bull who was rescued from being used as a baiting animal for a dog fight ring.

“On another note I have delivered last rights to a dying monkey and was proud to deliver the eulogy at the farewell ceremony following the death of a camel named Princess (a long time resident and favorite at the zoo) who had an insatiable fondness for graham crackers,” Rev. Cardello added.

He was accompanied by long-time zookeeper John Bergmann. The rev-

erend was in the zoo’s shelter when Bergmann “asked me to quickly bless a young dog that had been brought in from out of state. The poor dog was so sick, running a fever, unable to stand and eating or drinking only caused her to vomit resulting is severe dehydration.”

“I knelt down beside her and spoke to her while gently stroking her head and was rewarded by a feeble wag of her tail. I completed my Blessing (adding an extra prayer and leaving a St. Francis medal on her bed) and proceeded to Bless the other Zoo and shelter animals. Several hours later I returned to the shelter and was approached by Mr. Bergmann. I was told that shortly after the Blessing the sick dog was able to stand and started to take the f luids and food,” Rev. Cardello added.

“Sometime later I was informed the she had fully recovered and had been adopted by a family that would give this formally abused dog all the love she would need. Maybe it was just a coincidence or maybe it was something else. I leave it to you to decide but I know what I think,” he added with a smile.

The public blessings began only two years ago and “to date it has not fully caught on. On average we only bless about a half dozen or so pets but hope those numbers will grow over the coming years.”

Among those who brought their pets out to blessed was township resident Lori Sansone who brought Olea who is a hearing assistance dog. “I got her a year and half ago. She is a Labrador golden mix. Olea’s puppy raisers got her blessed, so I want to continue that. Besides my blessing deserves a blessing.”

Sansone said.

“All thing bright and beautiful, all things great and small, fur feathers or scales - for those who have shared and had their lives touched by a beloved pet,” Rev. Cardello said.

Bergmann and Rev. Cardello reminded the public that for those who don’t have a pet, the zoo has an animal shelter filled with animals who need homes.

For additional information, directions or information regarding the Popcorn Park Zoo call 609 693-1900 or go to the zoo’s web site ahscares.org.

The Popcorn Park Zoo is located at 1 Humane Way, in the Forked River section of the township, just off Route 539 west, seven miles from the Garden State Parkway exit/entrance.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of oct 24 - oct 30

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Enjoy being playful and passionate. Your romantic partner may be more affectionate than usual.

You may find yourself focused on winning a competition or too eager to take risks in the upcoming week.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Your social calendar could fill up. You might even be forced to pick and choose between events. You may be in demand for parties, presentations or as a personal companion in the week to come.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Explore the latest trends and treasures with a special someone, but remember you must eventually head back to normal life. The week ahead may offer plenty of excitement and open your eyes to a realm of possibilities.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Run your home base like a business. Keep receipts in a safe place and focus on sensible financial strategies. Loved ones and partners should cheerfully cooperate with all your ideas.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): As this week unfolds, an opportunity could appear that will help you reach an important objective.

Enjoy pleasant companions and use your good taste to purchase items that upgrade your surroundings.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): This is a good time to reach a compromise or offer concessions that make everyone happy. With gentle Venus in your sign, you’re likely to enjoy the

company of others wherever you go.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Glamor and romance are in abundant supply. A loved one might expect some pampering, although your thoughts may be focused on creating dollars as the week begins.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Unfiltered opinions could shock people who may be surprised at excess bluntness. Consider matching your content to the company. The week ahead could contain a few surprises for you.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): As this week begins, you may be filled with a spirit of cooperation and inspired to help others without being asked. Watch your spending, as there may be extra demands on your resources.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): This is likely a good time to mend fences, ask for favors and forgive someone. Some members of your household might be in the mood for impetuous fun. Avoid dust-ups that may occur later in the week.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Ask for someone’s opinion before taking further steps.

If tactics are based on sound principles, your actions will be more profitable. In the upcoming week, someone may not understand your actions.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): If you wait to make a key decision, a helpful friend could intervene with wise advice. You might even learn that it’s not necessary or strategic to jump in headfirst where love or money is concerned.

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