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─Photo courtesy Warren Charles Wolf (Above) Brick’s Jumbo Blackburn (63) leads Dan McCullough through a hole in the defensive line. (Right) Warren Wolf is the picture of intensity as he guides his Green Dragons.

By Chris Christopher “A little more BRICK - Warren Wolf than t wo years lives. Even if he is not ago, approximatewith us. ly 30 volunteers got Brick United, Inc. has together and discussed begun a project to dig- how to u nite Br ick italize Wolf’s legend- Township and support ary career as the head its youth,” said Warfootball coach at Brick ren Charles Wolf, who Township High School. played and coached unOnce completed, the der his dad and is presfilms will be available ident of Brick United, at no cost on the web- Inc. “The result was the site, brickunited.org. creation of Brick Unit-

─Photo courtesy of Dick Brinster ed, Inc., a non-profit organization with a mission to raise scholarship funds for vocational or college matriculation to graduating seniors f r o m Br ick Tow n ship High School and Brick Memorial High School who possess

exceptional academic achievement and display the character, leadership and spirit for their school and community exhibited by Brick Township’s most revered citizen, Warren Wolf, (who died in (Wolf - See Page 2)

$50 Million Courthouse Expansion Planned

By Bob Vosseller TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Justice Complex is expanding thanks to an approval by Ocean County officials that will see t he en la rgement of the facility on Hooper Avenue.

M e m b e r s of t h e Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders recently reported their

intention to award a $3,374,635 contract to Trenton-based Clarke Caton Hintz, an architectural firm, to design what is estimated to be a $50 million project to expand the courthouse.

The Freeholders have said the complex will be expanded nor thward in an area that is currently occupied

by a parking lot, near To m s R i v e r H i g h School South.

The entire complex will be re-imagined as well as enlarged.

There will be one centrally-located entrance that will see increased security and provide more space for county sheriff ’s officers from having to man multiple en-

trances.

Freeholder Joseph C o u r t r o o m s a n d H. Vicari said some j u d g e s’ c h a m b e r s of the reasons why will be relocated and “ bu i ld i ng s i n New c r a m p e d ele v a t o r s York City and Philm ig h t b e r e pl a c e d adelphia are closed with large escalators. down have to do with That plan even pro- elevators. If you look motes social distanc- at the new hospitals ing in an age where and sports stadiums, p e o p l e a r e m o r e they often have escaconcerned than ever lators. It’s not only safer about personal space for security reasons, but and germs.

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December 19, 2020

Brick Offers COVID-19 Testing For Residents

By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK - Free COVID-19 testing will be available for township residents through a partnership with Ridgewood Diagnostic Laboratories, who have a self-contained mobile unit.

The mobile unit will be in place on six dates in December at Brick Beach 3 because it is easy to drive into and out of the parking lot there, said Mayor John G. Ducey during a recent Township Council meeting.

The mayor said he hoped to have the testing set up at the more centralized Drum Point sports complex, but the police did a study and decided to use the Brick 3 parking lot because of safety and because of its size.

There will be two lines and two tents set up, so the medical professionals will be able to test about 100 people in an eight-hour day.

People will not have to get out of their cars while they’re being tested, which will be (Brick - See Page 4)

Charity Issues SOS Call: Over 1,000 Families In Need

By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK - Seeds of Service (SOS) has been struggling to help some 1,200 families who are registered with the non-profit organization, which provides food and other services to families, students with special needs, and seniors citizens.

Much of the food they distribute comes from food drives run by schools, corporations, churches, grocery stores and others, which did not take place this year due to the coronavirus pandemic.

About half their budget comes from an Ebay store SOS operates on the second f loor of their building, located at 725 (Charity - See Page 4)

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Wolf:

Continued From Page 1 November of last year at the age of 92).”

The group has awarded 15 scholarships totaling $30,000. Eight scholarships were awarded during the first year. Seven scholarships were granted last year. Each student received a $2,000 scholarship to perpetuate Wolf’s legacy.

“An outing at the Eagle Ridge Golf Club in Lakewood in May of 2019 had 88 players,” Wolf said. “An outing at Eagle Ridge in September had 180 players. We did really well financially because of players and sponsors.

Another outing at Eagle Ridge is tentatively scheduled for May 1. A holiday raffle sold 200 tickets at $100 apiece and made $10,000. We made more than $5,000 on Brick United Night at FirstEnergy Park where the Lakewood BlueClaws were very good to us. They gave us eight dollars for each ticket sold at $15 apiece.

“In order to expand the scholarship program to more students, the goals of the organization must be embraced by all past and present members of the Brick Township community and their families. Brick United, Inc., has developed the website, dedicating a portion of it to past memories as well as future events within the community. The website is in its infancy and we welcome you to join us and participate by forwarding pictures and newspaper articles, etc., about people and events having a connection with Brick Township that you would like to share with others.”

Wolf said the cost of the project is $15,000.

“Brick United, Inc., is hopeful that the Brick Township community will share its

excitement about this project,” Wolf said.

“The committee is looking for your help to make this project possible through a donation specifically designated to this project. Can we count on your help to defray this cost? All donations will help - $10, $25, $100 or even more if you are able. Any money received that is in excess of what is needed shall be applied to the scholarship program.”

All donations should be forwarded to Brick United, Inc., care of Jay C. Sendzik, Esq., who played quarterback on Wolf’s Green Dragons teams during the 1960s. Sendzik’s address is 1808 Route 88, Brick, N.J., 08724. Checks should be made payable to Brick United.

“Please specifically designate with your contribution that the money should be applied to the films,” Wolf said. “Stay healthy. Hope to see you at one of Brick United’s fundraising events or hear from you in the future.”

Wolf retired at the age of 81 in 2008 as the state’s career wins leader (361-122-11) after guiding the Green Dragons for 51 seasons as the first on-the-field coach in school history.

He led his beloved teams to six NJSIAA sectional titles, eight unbeaten seasons, 42 winning campaigns and 31 divisional titles, including 25 in the Shore Conference. He coached the Lakewood Piners in 2010, taking the team to a 3-7 record and snapping the program’s Shore Conference record 33-game losing streak.

Wolf’s son, 62, a retired Brick educator, played for his dad as a junior and senior at right offensive tackle. The 1976 Brick graduate was a junior member of the team that bested Camden in the South Jersey Group IV championship game at Atlantic City Con-

vention Hall in the fi rst playoff game in state history in 1974. Brick was 10-0. As a senior, Wolf played on a 9-1-1 team. He coached under his dad from 1982-2008.

“I coached all of the offensive positions, depending on where I was needed,” he said. “Both playing for my dad and coaching under my dad were enjoyable. I obviously had to like coaching as I coached for as long as I did. Playing in the 1970s was a great, fun time because of the school spirit.

Our athletic teams in all sports (Wolf also competed in golf and ice hockey) all had great players.”

Brick often dressed more than 100 players for varsity games during the 1970s when the town had one high school. The school was dubbed the University of Brick.

Wolf’s wife, Peggy, died at the age of 87 soon after her husband. Wolf often referred to her as, “My dear wife, Peggy.”

Wolf served as the Deputy Superintendent of the Brick Township School District. He

was a Brick Township mayor, a member of the Town Council, a New Jersey Assemblyman and an Ocean County Freeholder.

He solicited Salvation Army Donations, ringing a bell in front of the ShopRite in Brick Township during the Christmas holiday. He was an elder in his church.

Thousands of fans attended his funeral at Brick Township High School despite the building being closed because of the Thanksgiving holiday. At least one player from each decade of Wolf’s tenure as the Green Dragons’ coach wore his varsity jacket.

“I know I am blessed to have known my parents for as long as I did,” Wolf said.

“Mom missed dad so much. That is why she passed on four weeks later. I know where they are and one day I will see them again. I hope my dad left a good legacy one of people admiring him and emulating him and keeping his way of doing things alive.”

─Photo courtesy Warren Charles Wolf The Brick Township High School Green Dragons, featuring more than 100 varsity players, take the field.

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Expansion:

Continued From Page 1 it will allow the building to be occupied at times like these.”

Officials are also looking to create shared spaces that can be adapted to different roles as the way the court system evolves.

Vicari said he feels each judge should “have their own chambers, but the courts are changing.”

Freeholder Jack Kelly said the county is working with the state Administrative Office of the Courts, a state agency, to design the building to the state’s legal standards.

Those standards do not presently allow judges’ chambers to be shared. The court system, however, is in a state of transition – partly because of coronavirus and partly because of new laws such as bail reform.

Kelly noted that “one of the interesting proposals was to have the chambers on a separate f loor.” The project has three primary aims: increased security, freeing the county from costly leases and promoting technology and shared working spaces.

Mott MacDonald, an international consulting and engineering firm, previously worked with the county to develop initial guidance for the project.

That firm discovered the county has annual lease agreements in the hundreds of thousands of dollars as well as the upkeep and maintenance of county-owned buildings that are separate from the courthouse.

There are currently 13 different facilities around the downtown area that serve judicial functions. Multiple family courtrooms, drug court, probation ser-

vices and even a criminal courtroom are located off-premises.

Several million dollars is needed to meet the cost of securing court facilities on an annual basis. There are nine separate security checkpoints due to the scattered nature of the buildings. The consulting firm found that each checkpoint requires the supervision of three county sheriff’s officers whose salary and benefits total around $125,885 per year.

Three offices manning nine checkpoints comes to a total cost of $3,398,895 annually. Under the proposal, building an addition onto the main Justice Complex would remove the need for seven of the nine checkpoints, cutting overall costs, combined with the savings from giving up leased buildings.

Assignment Judge Marlene Lynch Ford informed the Freeholder Board that there have been breaches in the past. She stressed that security concerns were real when the project was first discussed.

Judge Ford noted that judges in some of these out-buildings were accosted by angry litigants on their way out. “What we’re really concerned about is the safety of the people of Ocean County who we service.”

The courthouse has been in need of a renovation and centralization for decades according to Kelly who added he has discussed the subject for the past two decades.

The freeholders are expected to formally award the contract at their next meeting, which will be the last meeting of 2020.

That contract only covers the complex’s design and not it’s construction. Work is currently expected to start sometime in 2023 and finished in 2025. Kelly said funding for the design phase was appropriated last year.

Brick Presbyterian Church Announces Christmas Eve Service

BRICK – The Brick Presbyterian Church has opened its door for limited in-person service.

Anyone wanting to attend, must register with the church by either calling 732-4770676 or using the church website, brickpresby.com. Reservations must be received no later than 10 a.m. on Fridays.

They live streaming the service(s) on their

YouTube channel “Brick Presby Live.”

There is only one service at 10 a.m. They follow all CDC requirements, and those requirements are posted on their website.

They will be having their Christmas Eve service on December 24 at 7 p.m. Unless the Governor changes the number of “inside attendance” they will adhere to a limited in person attendance.

Brick Senior Services Looking For Creative Short Stories

BRICK – Are you a senior who loves to write and be creative? Do you have a friend or loved one who does?

Brick Senior Services is seeking original short stories and poems written by township seniors for inclusion in a book. The stories and poems should have the theme of courage and heroism. Submissions should

be 1,000 words or less. The book will be shared on the Township website and social media platforms.

Submit your writing to brickseniors@ bricktownship.net by December 23. Include your name, address and phone number.

For more information, call Senior Services at 732-920-8686.

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Continued From Page 1 done through the car’s open window, the mayor said.

Anyone who tests positive would be notified within 24 hours, he added.

“Some of the kids in the high school were testing positive and were waiting for test [results] for six or seven days - nine days in some circumstances that I heard about,” he said.

There is no copay, but the lab will accept insurance. People without insurance will still be tested and the lab is going to bill the cost through the federal money.

Mayor Ducey said he has received numerous calls and emails from residents who were asking about free testing.

“I always had to tell them we don’t have it available,” he said.

The administration asked Ocean County officials if Brick could make free testing available, but Ducey said he was told if they provided the service for Brick, every township in the county would want it.

“So we figured out another way to have this free testing available for our residents who want it,” he said.

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Continued From Page 1 Mantoloking Road (formerly Colony Market), but that was closed when everything started closing down at the beginning of the pandemic.

There were 74 special needs and atrisk behavior students from the Brick high schools who run the store and were forced to quarantine at home.

“SOS works very closely with the school system,” said Executive Director Christie Winters in a recent phone call. “We created a self-sustaining charity, where we gather the clothing, give it out to those who are in need, and the students run their Work Preparedness Program, where they learn all their work skills.”

The students and other volunteers help SOS with a myriad of programs, including running the food pantry, the clothing program, the community garden, the tool lending program, and more, she said.

“The worst of it all, is this place means so much to them, too, because they start with us freshman year and spend four years lear ning work skills with us,” Winters said.

“What we ended up doing was we developed “kit” boxes that we developed with Brick schools because we wanted to keep the students helping from home, which allows them to participate,” she said.

The boxes contain brochures that need to be folded, or items that need to be combined for Ebay, or tags that need to be cut out, supplies to create Thanksgiving cards and more, she said.

The students connect with the school district through Google Classrooms,

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After the meeting, Township Business Administrator Joanne Bergin said CARES Act funding would provide reimbursement to labs that offer the no-cost coronavirus tests. She said the mayor has been trying for some time to partner with a lab to offer testing to Brick residents.

The township then reached out to Ridgewood Labs to discuss a partnership, she said.

The CARES Act was signed into law on Friday, March 27, 2020 as part of a $2 trillion economic relief package. Through its Coronavirus Relief Fund, the CARES Act provides for payments to state, local and tribal governments navigating the impact of the COVID-19 outbreak.

Appointments can be made for the free testing through an electronic device or online, but they are not required, Ducey said.

To schedule an appointment visit caregps. us/reg/brick.aspx The remaining appointment slots for Brick residents are from 9:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. on Monday, December 21, Tuesday, December 22, and Wednesday, December 23.

The next council meeting will be on Tuesday, December 22 at 7 p.m. For Zoom details, visit the township webpage.

Winters said.

As the public health crisis went on, the need for food rose “astronomically,” Winters said. Before the pandemic, the center was helpi ng a rou nd 40 0 households a month. Now the need has grown to about 1,200 (mostly) Brick households, as other food pantries were shutting down, she said.

The largest increase for food requests was from the senior citizen population.

“We never had this many registered seniors with us,” she said. “Many who got laid off from their part-time, 10-hour a week jobs that would help them make ends meet with their social security, never got brought back. So we saw a jump in about 250 senior citizens.”

Their biggest expense is food. They get donations from Trader Joes, Brick ShopRite, Brick Costco and others. Brick High School science teacher John Lynch ran a Thanksgiving fundraiser.

SOS gave out some 720 food baskets in November, 610 thanksgiving baskets plus 58 hot Thanksgiving meals, Winters said.

For four to six months, SOS switched to delivering the food. During the summer months, the center depended heavily on many teachers who volunteered from Brick school district.

SOS began as a ministry of the Visitation Parish, which owns the building, but the non-profit has its own 501(c)(3).

SOS has launched an online fund-raiser where they hope to raise $100,000. As of December 9, they had raised some $23,000.

If you would like to donate, visit see d sofse r vice .help/see d s- of- hope fundraiser.

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY Letters To The Editor

E DITORIAL Is It Too Late To Shop Local?

The common refrain this time of year is to shop local. Spending your money in your own community has multiple benefits. Your money goes to the employees and the shop owner, all of whom live around here.

Small businesses generally pay their employees better than corporate ones. They will, in turn, spend their pay in the community. The store spends money on a supply chain that’s only a few steps removed from here. It’s a win-win for all involved.

When I wrote the headline for this editorial, I didn’t mean it might be too late in the season. I mean it might be too late for the community.

Decades ago, the people who run our towns zoned land for commercial development. They anticipated large buildings that they can tax. And places for people to shop. They couldn’t have foreseen what really happened. But maybe they should have.

I remember working at Encore Books on Hooper Avenue in Toms River, watching the land across the road be cleared for what would eventually be Target. Encore Books is long gone now.

Wal-Mart and Target eliminated small shops. Petco and PetSmart eliminated small pet stores. Home Depot and Lowe’s eliminated locally

run hardware stores.

Once again, our government failed us and we have to pick up the slack.

Convenience is king, which is why it’s become so easy to shop on Amazon rather than Wal-Mart. You might have had loyalty to a small, locally run shop. But now that those are gone, there’s less guilt in shopping online.

No one has loyalty to WalMart. Nor should they. That company treats its employees like garbage.

This is not to take away from the many small shops that have still managed to survive in this climate. I know some small shops that I’ll order from even though it’s easier and cheaper to get stuff online. I do this because I’m financially able to spend a few extra bucks. Not everyone is able to do so.

Urge your mayors and town officials to zone available land for small businesses.

Or ask them to rezone land with empty shops into walkable, convenient areas for shoppers to get to. Any large area (like an abandoned spot on Route 37 or Route 72) should be zoned or rezoned to become destination shopping areas.

Tell your government to support small businesses.

Chris Lundy News Editor

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Let’s Move Forward Together Well now that Michigan & Pennsylvania have certified their presidential election results and the President has given the go ahead to the GSA to begin the process of transitioning from one administrator to another it is my sincere hope we can get back to a place where we can disagree respectfully and our debates can be on policy and not hatred. President Trump has nobody to blame but himself for his loss. His loss was not due to his policies, but his behavior and his total disrespect for the office he was elected to and we are all paying the price, especially the 70 million voters who supported him. It is my sincere hope he handles the next month in a manner befitting his office.

I wish President-Elect Biden a nd Vice P resident-Elect Harris all the luck in the world because if they are successful all of us as Americans will be the true winners.

Scott Martin Jackson

Local GOP Did More Than Federal I’m proud of the local Republican leaders who have treated the pandemic with the seriousness it deserves.

Right away, they started the testing center at (Ocean County College) and they even had a location to sterilize emergency vehicles. I wouldn’t have even thought about cleaning ambulances and the like. But they did and they made it happen.

Towns – mostly led by Republicans – cancelled local events reluctantly. They did it to keep people safe.

They stepped up because the federal Republicans backed down.

Now, they’re starting to get bored of the pandemic and I don’t blame them but I’m hoping that they stick

Letters To The EditorJFK’s spirit continues to to the program and keep helping us.

The CDC recommends testing centers and contact tracing. The White House said no. They wanted to sweep it all under the rug. The county had to open testing centers, and do their own contact tracing, because it was all too much work for the federal government – which is in a better position to do so.

So, Trump would rather us spend our money than to do it on a federal level.

Back in the spring, the Post Office had a plan to send every American reusable face masks. The White House nixed it.

There was a COVID relief bill that would give everyone money to stay home from work. The bill is still sitting on Mitch McConnell’s desk.

The Senate has gone on vacation – again! People in other countries are receiving more than a thousand dollars a month for this. Our country has forgotten its own people.

Other countries are having concerts and returning to normal but we’re still here, dying at a rate of more than a thousand a day, because our federal government just doesn’t care.

John Berent Toms River

A Day To Remember A “Day to Remember” for two reasons. Dec. 7 is “The day of infamy Pearl Harbor” and the day Joe Namath and Joe Thiesmann (former pro footballers) will stop their never-ending telling us seniors “Do we have the right medical coverage?” day and night.

Oh, by the way, (a writer’s) letter about Congressman Pascrell is right on the ball.

As a former north Jersey resident and voter, in my opinion the only action Pascrell did with enthusiasm was endorsing his Congressional paycheck!

Bill McPhail Toms River

JFK’s Call To Action Relevant Today

For those of us who remember that dark November day 57 years ago, the image is as vivid today as it was then. The limousine, the cheering crowds, the shots, confusion, the fear and disbelief.

The assassination of President John F. Kennedy, one of the darkest days in American history, continues to haunt Americans of all ages.

Ken nedy brought optimism to the White House, an optimism that t ranscended politics and gave t h e n a t io n ho p e fo r a brighter future.

P re side nt Ke n nedy’s youth also forged a new generation of young people who were drawn to public service. I credit President Kennedy and his call on Americans to give their all as one of the reasons I became a teacher and decided to run for public office.

As the anniversary of his tragic death (goes by), I ask all residents to remember the man, the man who brought out the best in all of us.

The president was also a champion for the underdog. He called on his fellow citizens to lend a helping hand to those who needed it most.

A s t he hol id ay sea son approaches, I call on all Americans to take President Kennedy’s challenge a nd help t he poor a nd needy in their local communities. What better way to remember this great man and his legacy than by opening our hearts and helping those less fortunate?

More than half a century after his tragic death,

be a beacon for generations of Americans. Truly an eternal fl ame of hope and charity. Let us always continue the work that he began.

Joseph H. Vicari Toms River

A Question For Trump I have a question for President Donald Trump.

It is a quote from counsel Joseph Welch aimed at Senator Joseph McCarthy during the Army-McCarthy hearings on August 31, 1954.

“Have you no sense of decency, sir? At long last, have you left no sense of decency!”

John J. Radlinsky Whiting

Letters To Gov. Murphy I want to express my gratitude to Governor and Mrs. Murphy for leading me and my NJ community through this unprecedented time of immeasurable challenges. I thank them from the bottom of my heart.

Over the years I have sent many letters to the Governor’s desk of concern and consternation - my comfort is knowing I am heard.

The response is meaningful and a skilled trait of a leader. My next letter to Gov. Mu r phy m ig ht not be so complimentary; perhaps a bit more pointed in concer ns of policies but again, I know, it will resonate with reasoning and efforts in governance.

Jeanine Feaman Toms River

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

Kim: Town Hall Call Gave Info On Health Care During COVID

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Andy Kim (D-3 rd ) held a telephone town hall where he discussed how constituents can sign up for Get Covered NJ and provided an update on the ongoing coronavirus crisis. This was the Congressman’s 28th town hall since he was sworn into office in January 2019.

Congressman Kim was joined by Marlene Caride, Commissioner of the New

Je r s e y D e p a r t m e nt of Banking and Insurance (DOBI); Maura Collinsgru, Health Care Program Director of New Jersey Citizen Action; Barbara Scholz, Director of Advocacy and Programs of Fulfill (formerly the FoodBank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties); and Pam Gray, Senior Navigator with the Navigator Exchange Prog ram at the Center for Family Services. The pan-

elists provided updates and answered questions on how New Jersey residents can sign up and receive subsidies through the new statebased health care exchange.

Other issues raised on the town hall include: when an approved coronavirus vaccine will be distributed, inquiries about other health care deadlines, and the latest on a coronavirus relief package.

Last year, Congressman

Kim passed the bipartisan SAVE Act, which would strengthen the Affordable Care Act by helping states like New Jersey establish their state-based exchanges.

“The New Jersey state health care exchange is a great way for people to fi nd coverage for them and their families, and I want to thank my guests who provided critical information for people to sign up,”

said Congressman Kim. “I look forward to working in the next Congress to strengthen the Affordable Care Act and f ind new ways to expand quality, affordable health care for New Jerseyans.”

“When I was sworn into office, I made a promise that I would hold a town hall every month. I’m proud that we’ve held 28 over the past two years, and of the conversations we’ve had together,”

said Congressman Kim. “We’ve highlighted issues that truly impact our community. From flooding to the opioid epidemic and from our troops in Afghanistan to a potential COVID-19 vaccine, I’ve been able to take your thoughts and ideas from these town halls and advocate for them in Congress. I look forward to continue the conversation as we begin a new year and a new Congress.”

Murphy: Unemployment Insurance Benefits Expanded

TRENTON – Governor Phil Murphy signed legislation (A4852) expanding eligibility for extended UI benefits to claimants who either had been eligible for regular UI benefits prior to exhausting those benefits or earned 40 times their unemployment weekly benefits rate.

Per prior law, eligibility for extended U I bene fits, which offer up to an additional 20 weeks of benefits, was limited to claimants who satisfied both criteria.

“We have an obligation to make sure that New Jerseyans can stay af loat during these extraordinarily challenging times.” said Gover nor Mur phy.

“W hile we desperately need the federal government to step up, we’re doi ng ou r pa r t to help working people weather the storm. This law will help many residents that were previously ineligible for extended UI benefits to get the financial relief that they earned and deserve.”

“We applaud the Legislature and the Governor for enacting this legislation, which will provide extended unemployment benefits for tens of thousands of additional workers at a time when they

most need the support,” said Labor Commissioner Robert Asaro-Angelo.

Primar y sponsors for A4852 include Assemblymembers Yvonne Lopez, Craig Coughlin, Vincent Mazzeo and Senators Joseph Vit ale and Nellie Pou. “As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to surge in New Jersey with no clear end in sight, we must do everything in our power to bolster our unemployment program and help unemployed workers through this difficult time,” said A s s e mbly s p on s or s of the bill Assemblywoman Yvonne Lopez, Assembly Sp e a ke r Cr aig Coug hli n, a nd Assembly ma n Vince Mazzeo, in a joint s t at e me nt . “ Unc e r t a i n times call for innovative measures and extending unemployment benef its for eligible workers under this new law will certainly help bridge the gap for workers to find new employment opportunities.”

“In the spring, millions of people became unemployed through no fault of their own, and have since b e e n r e c e iv i ng u n e m ployment benefits while they continue to look for work. However, for some these benefits are set to run out in the middle of

December, leaving countless New Jersey residents without any financial secu r it y for t he foresee able future,” said Senator Joseph Vitale. “This is an essential piece of legislation that will ensure New Jersey’s extended benef its program eligibility is evaluated in the most generous way possible under federal law.

Our residents need help, now, to pay thei r bills and survive during this pandemic. This bill will help them do that.”

“The pandemic has ravaged the state’s economy and left far too many families without any financial security other than their unemployment benefits.

These benefits were set to expire in the coming weeks, but thanks to today’s signing that won’t be the case,” said Senator Nellie Pou. “Despite very good news about a COVID-19 vaccine, this public health crisis will likely continue well into the new year and we have a responsibilit y to ou r residents to ensure they receive the financial support they need.”

Cla i m a nt s of Fe d e ral-State Unemployment Insurance Program benef its are entitled to 26 weeks of regular unem-

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The CAR ES Act offers up to 13 additional weeks of unemployment benefits t h r ou g h t he Pa nde m ic Emergency Unemployment Compensation prog r a m. A f t e r clai m a nt s exhaust their 26 weeks of State unemployment plus 13 weeks of federal Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation, claimants are eligible for extended benefits. Twenty weeks of extended benefits are available during “high unemployment pe-

riods.” The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development announced on July 1 that it would begin providing 20 we e k s of ex t e nd e d u nemploy ment to New Jersey workers who have exhausted their State and federal jobless benefits.

The additional 20 weeks of benefits brings to 59 the maximum number of weeks an eligible claimant may receive unemployment benefits.

Under prior State unemployment law, a claimant

qualifies for extended benefits, only if the claimant had been eligible for regular UI benefits prior to exhausting those benefits and was paid wages during the base year of the claimant’s applicable benefit year 40 times the claimant’s weekly benefit rate. A4852 permits the claimant to be eligible for the extended benefits if the claimant had been eligible for regular UI benefits prior to exhausting those benefits or earned 40 times their unemployment weekly benefit rate.

FIXING TWO PROBLEMS WITH ONE LENS

As we age, our eyes’ lenses begin to lose their flexibility, giving rise to “presbyopia” (Greek for “old eye”) and the need for reading glasses. At the same time, eye lenses are also likely to become progressively cloudy, a condition known as “cataracts,” which causes blurry vision. “Lens replacement surgery” (LRS) has been developed so that ophthalmologists can take care of both problems with a single procedure. It involves removing the natural lens and replacing it with a synthetic substitute called an “intraocular” lens. While LRS may be described as cataract surgery, it also serves to correct vision by changing the lens’ focusing ability. The technique can correct eyesight for far- and near-sightedness as well astigmatism.

Intraocular lenses come in different focusing powers, just like prescription eyewear or contact lenses. Your ophthalmologist will measure the length of your eye and the curve of your cornea. These measurements are used to set the focusing power of your lenses. When you need the best eye care in the area, look to SUSSKIND & ALMALLAH EYE ASSOCIATES. Please call 732-349-5622 to schedule an eye exam. For our patients who wear glasses and contacts we offer an array of options, from fashionable eyewear to comfortable contact lenses.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Bay Head Students Raise Money For CHOP

BAY HEAD – The Bay Head School students and staff raised nearly $500 in support of The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Pajama Day fundraiser!

─Photo courtesy Bay Head School Giving back and showing their support for CHOP in recognition and thanks for all that they do for the community is what BH Sharks do!

Inspiring Resident Passes From COVID-19

By Alyssa Riccardi TOMS RIVER – Michael Reilly, a 1991 graduate of Toms River High School South and owner of ServPro in Toms River has lost his battle against COVID-19.

Michael was known for inspiring and helping others within the community. In 2019, he serviced a school district and when the job was complete, he gave gift cards to all the custodians. He also picked up the tab for his classmates at their 20year high school reunion.

Sheriff Michael Mastronardy and the entire staff at the Ocean County Sheriff ’s Office gave their condolences to the family and shared their memories of Michael. During the early days of this pandemic, Michael and his co-workers helped with the cleaning the squad’s vehicles and buildings to keep everyone safe.

─Photo courtesy Twitter They ask for the community to pray for Michael’s wife, his two children and his family.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Sponsor A Furry Friend At Jersey Shore Animal Center

BRICK – The Jersey Shore Animal Center announced that Wish Upon a Jar in Point Pleasant, has offered to donate $5 from every ornament sold to JSAC. Don’t have a pet of your own or are far away? Sponsor one of JSAC’s shelter pets so they can send them home with a personalized paw print ornament when they are adopted.

Until they are adopted, they will hang them on their Christmas tree!

Fill out the online form choosing a cat and/

or a dog of your choice. You can view a list of available pets on their website: jerseyshoreanimalcenter.org/animals-up-for-adoption.

The total cost is $15 per ornament, and $5 will be donated to help our furry friends at JSAC. Any questions, call Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 732-920-1600, press 0 for the front desk.

Click on this link to order today: jerseyshoreanimalcenter.org/wishuponajar.

Wanted: Wreaths, Donations And Volunteers For History’s Vets

TOMS RIVER – On December 19, Wreaths Across America will be at Riverside Cemetery, 1001 Lakewood Rd., to remember and honor our veterans through the laying of Remembrance wreaths on the graves of the country’s fallen heroes and the act of saying the name of each and every veteran aloud.

Help the location lay wreaths at as many graves as possible by going to wreathsacrossamerica.org and becoming a sponsor, or if you would like to volunteer to participate in the wreath laying ceremony, click the “Volunteer” button next to the cemetery name on the website.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Man Charged With Murder Of Three-Month-Old Daughter

By Alyssa Riccardi LAKEWOOD – A 36-year-old Lakewood man has been charged with murder in relation to the death of his three-month-old daughter.

On December 5, the Lakewood Township Police Department and the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Special Victims Unit arrived at Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus in Lakewood for a report of a three-month-old infant allegedly found unresponsive by her father. The father, David Smith, 36, of Lakewood told officials he called 911 immediately when he found his daughter unresponsive.

The infant was taken to Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus by emergency medical service personnel and later was transferred to Bristol-Myers Squibb Children’s Hospital at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick for further evaluation and treatment. After examination, doctors at RWJ discovered that the infant was suffering from significant internal injuries.

Investigation revealed that Smith was home with the infant when she sustained her injuries on December 5.

On December 8, the infant was pronounced

dead and on December 9 a post mortem examination was performed which revealed the cause of death to be Shaken Baby Syndrome.

According to the Ocean County Medical Examiner, the infant died of Shaken Baby Syndrome due to blunt force trauma to the head. The manner of death was determined to be a Homicide, and after extensive investigation, Smith was identified as the individual responsible for the infant’s death.

On December 9, Smith was arrested at his residence in Lakewood and charged with Murder the following day.

“The facts and circumstances uncovered in this investigation are beyond tragic. What happened to this innocent baby is disturbing,” Prosecutor Bradley Billhimer stated. “We in law enforcement will always stand up and fight for the most vulnerable members in our society, and no one is more vulnerable than an infant. Parents are supposed to protect, not harm, their children. Justice will be accomplished for this precious baby.”

The public are reminded that all defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

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BRICK – Looking for a great gift for a loved one? Brick Township beach badges and parking passes for the 2021 season are on sale now at the Recreation Office.

Season Badges are $25 and season parking

is $30. Senior parking is $15. Badges and parking passes can be purchased in the Recreation Office, 270 Chambers Bridge Rd., Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Deborah’s 15th Annual Red Tie Gala Raises Funds for Cardiac Care

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NEW JERSEY – Deborah Hospital Williams, and sponsored by numerous Foundation’s 15th Annual Red Tie Gala, businesses, Gala attendees enjoyed an overheld virtual style on December 5, raised view of the Hospital’s 2020 achievements nearly $150,000 for cardiac care at Deborah and 2021 goals - including plans for a new Heart and Lung Center, New Jersey’s only hospital expansion project – a silent auction, specialty heart, lung, and vascular hospital, and a live 3-course cooking demo by Food and an Alliance Partner of the Cleveland Network Celebrity Chef and former NFL Clinic Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute. football player, Eddie Jackson.

“This year our virtual Gala captured the The annual Gala supports Deborah’s nearly 100-year mission of never balance billing same elements that our guests have come to enjoy over the years,” said Gala Chair Mea patient for care received at the hospital.

This year’s Gala, originally scheduled to be lissa McGrath. “It was a fun way to safely held on November 14 at the Hilton at Penn’s join together from our homes, while still Landing in Philadelphia, was rescheduled supporting the important work of Deborah due to the pandemic, and moved to a virtual Hospital Foundation.”

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Woman Found Dead On A Jersey Shore Beach, Probe Underway

By Jason Allentoff OCEAN COUNTY – Authorities are investigating the death of a woman whose lifeless body was found on a beach in Toms River.

Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer confirmed 43-year-old Jennifer Jack of Lavallette was found unresponsive on the Ocean Beach on December 12.

Officers from the Toms River Township Police Department responded to the scene after getting a report from a concerned caller.

According to authorities, a post mortem examination was conducted by the Ocean

County Medical Examiner’s Office – the results of the examination determined the cause of death to be drowning.

Police do not believe any foul play or criminal activity was involved in the death.

Prosecutor Billhimer said “The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit, Toms River Police Department and the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office will continue to investigate the manner of death to be sure our information is accurate.”

He commends the efforts of the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit, Toms River Township Police De-

partment, New Jersey State Police Marine Division, New Jersey State Police Missing Persons Unit, New Jersey State Police Major Crime Unit and the Ocean County Sheriff ’s Office Crime Scene Investigation Unit for their collective assistance in this investigation.

Anyone who any information on this matter to contact Detective Denis Mitchell of the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit at 732-929-2027 or Detective Ryan Quinn of the Toms River Township Police Department at 732-3490150 ext. 1361.

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Understanding Myofascial Pain

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By: Stefanie Armstrong, DPT, In-Home Physical Therapist

ithin our bodies is a continuous layer of connective tissue called fascia. Fascia is a three dimensional web of tissue found throughout our body that plays a major role in the following:

local or referred pain, reduced flexibility, tenderness to touch, popping and clicking, limited movement, and muscle weakness without atrophy.

1. Helps maintain structural integrity

The answer to the question above is simply no. If you suffer from myofascial pain, there are noninvasive treatment options available to you, including injections directly into the trigger point, NSAIDs to assist in managing your pain levels, massage therapy to reduce spasms and improve tissue extensibility within the muscles and physical therapy to prescribe an appropriate exercise program. Since myofascial pain has been linked to many types of pain, from stiffness or a deep, aching pain in the muscle to headaches, jaw pain, neck pain, low back pain, pelvic pain, and arm and leg pain, it is imperative that you work closely with your physician to rule out any other possible causes of pain.

2. Supports and protects the surrounding structures 3. Acts as a shock absorber 4. Transmits movement from muscles to bones There are three layers of fascia: superficial fascia, deep fascia and visceral fascia; all of which have different functions and roles within our body. The superficial fascia is found just underneath the skin and is responsible for storing fat and water, acting as a passageway for lymph, nerve and blood vessels. The deeper layer of fascia is the tougher fibrous tissue that is responsible for covering and permeating the muscles, bones, nerves and blood vessels. The fascia itself doesn’t have blood vessels; however, it has receptors that detect the presence of pain in the body. The deepest layer is considered the visceral fascia which is responsible for holding organs in their cavities.

With overuse or injury, this connective tissue may tighten and contract creating undue pressure on muscles, nerves, bones or organs. This area of injury is often referred to as a trigger point.

Myofascial pain syndrome is defined as a localized painful musculoskeletal condition affecting any skeletal muscle in the body, characterized by trigger points. Trigger points by definition are simply a taut band of skeletal muscle that is often felt as a “knot” within the muscle. These taut bands tend to be very sensitive to even light pressure, creating pain not only at the injury site, but also in various other areas of the body (referred pain).

It is even common for an individual to experience symptoms that appear totally unrelated to the original injury.

Individuals who suffer from myofascial pain may experience poor sleep habits,

DO YOU NEED TO HAVE SURGERY TO TREAT MYOFASCIAL PAIN?

HOW CAN PHYSICAL THERAPY HELP? Physical therapists are trained specialists that work with individuals to recognize the source of pain, identify trigger points and address any contributing factors to myofascial pain such as poor postural awareness, workplace ergonomic and biomechanical imbalances. Physical therapists can utilize a number of different techniques including soft tissue mobilization to improve tissue extensibility, strengthening through therapeutic exercises to restore muscle function, stretching exercises to improve postural awareness, modalities such as ultrasound and electrical stimulation to reduce pain as well as utilize techniques such as myofascial release.

WHAT IS MYOFASCIAL RELEASE? Myofascial Release is a technique, utilized by physical and massage therapists, to address connective tissue restrictions within the body created by trauma, poor posture or inflammation.

It is a hands-on approach that utilizes gentle, sustained pressure to the restricted area for

a minimum of 2 minutes, which allows the affected tissue to undergo histological length changes.

After a series of length-tension changes occur, the affected tissue will become soft and pliable, resulting in restoration in biomechanical alignments, pain reduction and improved mobility.

At All-Care physical therapy, we are trained to identify fascial/soft tissue restrictions that may be impeding quality of movement and limiting quality of life. Please feel free to contact one of our offices regarding any questions.

ALL-CARE OFFERS IN-HOME PHYSICAL THERAPY! STEFANIE ARMSTRONG, DPT Stefanie graduated from Ramapo College of New Jersey in 2006 with a Bachelor’s Degree of Science in Biology.

She continued her educational career at The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey where she graduated with her Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy in 2009.

Stephanie’s clinical affiliations include outpatient orthopedic rehabilitation with a focus on post-operative care at Kessler in Neptune as well as inpatient rehabilitation with a focus on neurologic diagnoses including: Strokes, Parkinson’s Disease & Multiple Sclerosis, at Health South in Toms River.

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H ERE ’ S T O Y OUR H EALTH •

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Dr. Isidore Kirsh Ph.D., F.A.A.A.

Do I Have A Trial Period With My New Hearing Instruments?

In the State of N.J., a trial period to test drive hearing aids is not required by law. However, in 98% of other States, you would receive 30 or 45 days to wear and evaluate the hearing instruments and return the system to the hearing care provider if you’re not satisfied. In fact, certain providers will give you greater than two months to return the hearing aid system. If you return the hearing aids, there may be a small restocking fee which is typically 5%-10% of the total purchase price. This restocking fee is very common, however, feel free to negotiate that percentage. Remember, the hearing care professional is spending time with you and should be compensated for his/ her time.

For those of you who have never worn a hearing aid, it will take time for your brain to acclimate to all of the sounds we “normally” hear and for many of us, it could take at least 30 days. In fact,

“new” hearing aid users are typically not fit at 100% prescription during the initial first fit. More often than not, the new hearing aid user is set between 80-85% of predicted prescription for the patients hearing loss. It will usually require at least two additional follow up visits to reach close to 100%. The more “time” the hearing care professional wants to spend with you, the greater the chances of a successful experience.

In my opinion, I believe all potential hearing aid patients need a minimum of 45 days to acclimate to wearing hearing aids and at least two follow up visits need to occur after the initial fitting. Any practice that does not offer this should not be considered using best practices and I would look elsewhere to improve your hearing.

Dr. Izzy is always available to answer your questions about most hearing care issues.

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

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By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. When cooking this holiday season, use these recipe tweaks and make everything healthier. My ideas are designed to improve immune function. Don’t be afraid to experiment in the kitchen with different healing herbs and spices.

Slivers of Swiss Chard. Dark leafy greens are nutrient dense. So add one large green leaf of Swiss Chard to a big salad, just make sure to cut it into thin pieces or slivers, so that it combines well into your Romaine lettuce. This superfood offers important antioxidant compounds to your salad that help boost immunity and improve methylation.

Turmeric. One half teaspoon (dried) of turmeric into the green bean casserole will go virtually unnoticed by even kids! fYou can also grate about a teaspoon of fresh turmeric, and either way, it adds strong anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Enhance the water. Add immune-boosting herbs to the pot of simmering water with potatoes (when you’re making mashed potatoes). Enhance the water of any soup with a Bay leaf, or 2-inch piece of astragalus root, or both. Remember to pull them out before serving.

Shiitake mushrooms. Using these mushrooms in your stuffing instead of plain ones adds biologically active compounds that fight cancer and inflammation. A 2015 study in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition concluded that shiitake reduces CRP (C-Reactive Protein).

Cauliflower. Most people know about making cauliflower mash, as a substitute for the high-carb regular mashed potatoes.

But what about “Caulifl ower Mac and Cheese?” I have this recipe posted on my website.

Fresh Rosemary, Sage or Thyme. Everyone is used to using dried spices from a jar, but if you ever try the fresh sprigs, you’ll never go back! If you are cooking gravy, scissor in some fresh rosemary, and put some thyme in too.

Pumpkin Seed Oil. Add 2 teaspoons to your pumpkin pie filling before cooking it for a profoundly richer flavor and powerful medicinal benefits. It’s rich in vitamin E, zinc, omega fatty acids and is well known to support prostate and breast health.

Garlic. Anywhere you can add garlic, do so! You can even roast a whole head of garlic if you wrap it in foil and cook it inside the oven. Then spread it onto crackers or add a dollop to mashed potatoes. Garlic contains allicin which is a very strong anti-viral and antibacterial compound.

Dried tart cherries. Instead of cranberries add dried tart cherries into your stuffing. These contain natural melatonin which is deeply relaxing, plus there’s research to show cherries support gout. Tart cherries reduce muscle breakdown and speed up recovery too. They have virtually no fat or sodium and taste delicious, not too sweet. The health benefits of tart cherries are so well-documented that I added it to one of my Collagen Beauty Powder formula which is designed for healthy hair, beautiful skin and strong nails.

Substitutes for Wine. If you don’t want to drink red wine (or alcohol), you can make a 50/50 mix of tonic water with pomegranate juice. You can also find alcohol-free egg nog everywhere! Finally, you can sip on warm apple cider. If you’re interested in more recipe tweaks, I have a longer version of this article posted at my website right now, at suzycohen.com.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Volunteers Who Assist With The Gift Of Sight

TOMS RIVER – The Toms River Lions Club in 16 L volunteered at the NJ Lions Eyeglass Recycling Center in late November. Each person was masked and gloved to begin the sorting process that is so urgently needed. The Center has been receiving glasses in bags, boxes and on pallets from individuals, clubs and commercial eyeglass centers all during the lockdown for the COVID-19 virus.

Boxes are stacked almost to the ceiling everywhere and in need of volunteers.

The NJLERC is under the direction of PCC Alan Brewer of the Flemington Lions Club and the operations manager Jim Spada. Mr. Spada deals with the volunteers in an efficient manner as he instructed them with the process of sorting and then in keeping them always in a new supply of glasses as they sorted through them. The facility is currently open by appointment for volunteers due to the COVID-19 virus for small groups to come to sort the eyeglasses.

It is located on the campus of the Katzenbach School for the Deaf in West Trenton, NJ. The maximum number of people that could be accepted to volunteer is currently 10 as suggested by state and local laws due to the social distancing needed inside.

The volunteers would search through and sort the glasses into bins marked Bifocals, Single Lens glasses, plastic scrap and metal scrap and yes – sunglasses too. The job is a little time consuming but necessary to prepare for the next step which is to send off cleansing the approved glasses. Some are sent to the NJ prison system. That is where some men have been trained in the cleansing process. Then additional inmates have been trained in the use of a lens-ometer.

This is equipment that reads the prescription of each lens in the glasses.This training helps prepare them for a job as they leave the prison system. 80 percent of all glasses donated are recovered as usable with this system. Each lens is marked and the eye glasses are sealed and sent back to the facility to be used as doctors request them for their annual trips to needy foreign countries. Those coun-

tries are usually in Africa, South America and Asia.

The scrap metal and scrap plastic bulk are sold. This money helps with the funding of the project along with many Lions clubs’donations to NLERC. They accept donations from the general public as well.

During the three and a half hours spent, there were approximately 3000 to 3500 eyeglasses that were handled. That was just a small dent in the amount at the location. The virus has kept so many volunteers away. But as you can see, the need is great, the facility is constantly cleaned and the glasses keep coming in but need to go out also.

Each doctor could easily request 5,000 to 10,000 glasses for his trip abroad. Without the volume of glasses these doctors could not assist in the healing of eye diseases that are prevalent in these areas.

Although this operation is in District 16L, Lions from all over the state and out of NJ have come to give their assistance to this extremely worthwhile operation. In addition to Lions and Leos volunteering, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, corporate groups routinely volunteer at NJLERC. We were impressed with the process and have a renewed respect for our gift of sight and a better understanding of the importance eyeglasses can bring to those who do not have them. Mel Bray, President of the Toms River Lions stated,” Eyesight is a gift that we take for granted in this country. Those in impoverished areas do not have access to basic glasses and sunglasses.” The NJLERC is one of nine such facilities in the country plus Europe and Asia with the NJ Center being the busiest in the country processing millions of glasses yearly. It was an uplifting experience seeing millions of eyeglasses and doing a part to bring a smile to the face of someone who could now see for the first time, or a child that will not get cataracts due to excessive sun exposure.

What a worthy cause! Find the time to volunteer by contacting NJERC@aol.com or by calling A. Brewer 1-908-244-9996 for information to schedule an appointment to volunteer.

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Reservations must be received no later than 10am on Fridays.

We are live streaming the service(s) on our YouTube Channel “Brick Presby Live”

There is only one (1) service at 10am. We follow all CDC requirements, and those requirements are posted on our website.

We will have a Christmas Eve Service at 7pm

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By Bob Vosseller BRICK – Township Police and fi refighters responded to a three-alarm blaze at George Conway Apartments on December 12.

Responders arrived around 1:56 p.m. after a report from a resident on the third floor of George Conway Towers on Chambers Bridge Rd. The caller heard a smoke alarm sounding from a neighbor’s unit and smelled smoke. The building is a five-story apartment complex home to mostly senior citizens.

Police Sgt. Mike Feeney and Patrolman Rich Zimmerer were the to reach the burning apartment. They forced the door open but were forced back by a heavy smoke condition in the unit.

The two officers waited for the fi re department to arrive. Firemen entered the apartment, discovering a resident inside and carried her to safety. Other fi refighters entered and extinguished the blaze.

Breton Woods, Pioneer Hose, Laurelton and Herbertsville Fire Companies responded to fight the fi re while all police officers on shift responded to help evacuate residents. Brick Township Police EMS set up triage and treatment zones.

Mutual aid from Point Pleasant Fire Department, Silverton Fire Department and Point Pleasant EMS responded to assist.

Residents from the second and third floors were evacuated, 59 people in all. Residents on the fi rst, fourth and fifth floors were advised to shelter in place as the fi re was quickly controlled and extinguished.

The only injury sustained was to the resident who was rescued by fi refighters.

The 75-year old female was transported to Ocean Medical Center for treatment.

No other injuries were reported.

Emergency units remained at the scene for approximately more than two hours before allowing the majority of residents back into the building. Fire inspectors determined that the fi re started in the kitchen however the cause is still under investigation by the Brick Fire Bureau and Brick Police Detectives.

Bureau of Fire Safety Chief Kevin Batzel and Police Chief James Riccio commended the actions of all the fi rst responders involved stating that if not for the exceptional way in which they responded and handled the incident there could have undoubtedly been many injuries or loss of life, and a greater deal of property damage.

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Brick Elks Lodge, Jackson Ladies Golf Group Donate Goods To Soldiers

By Alyssa Riccardi OCEAN COUNTY – The Brick Elks Lodge #2151 and the Tuesday Night Ladies Golf Club from Westlake Golf and Country Club have come together to partner with the Lt. Dennis W. Zilinski, II Memorial Fund to donate goods overseas to soldiers this holiday season.

The Brick Elks Lodge collected personal care items such as toothbrushes, toothpaste, hand sanitizer, deodorant, powder, lip balm, and soap. Other items like gum, candy, beef jerky, protein bars, and playing cards were also collected for deployed servicemen and servicewomen.

The Brick Elks Lodge held this collection in honor of Lt. Dennis W. Zilinski,

II, a Middletown resident and graduate of Christian Brothers Academy in Lincroft who was killed in action by a roadside bomb in Iraq in 2005.

After donating the items, the Zilinski Memorial Fund mailed the boxes overseas with a monetary donation from the Tuesday Night Ladies Golf Club that covered postage.

The Brick Elks Lodge made this donation in memory of Dr. Edward Brenner, who lived in Westlake. Dr. Brenner passed away after his battle with cancer due to the chemical Agent Orange, which he was exposed to during his service in the military during the Vietnam War. “We are incredibly touched that our

friends and neighbors would choose to honor our son Dennis and Dr. Brenner - both American heroes - by improving the lives of our soldiers who are currently deployed. These men and women were so excited to get these boxes filled with personal items and treats. When you’re in countries like Iraq or Afghanistan, stores don’t exist where you can buy a toothbrush or a razor. Receiving these basic items and knowing people back home care about them, brought them much needed joy and holiday cheer,” said Marion Zilinski.

Packages sent from the Zilinski Memorial Fund have gone to troops in Afghanistan, Iraq, Romania, Kosovo, Kuwait, Korea, Guam, Germany, and the USS Princeton.

It is important to note that 26 New Jersey Army National Guardsmen are currently deployed to some of these countries.

“Our service members are far away from their loved ones for Hanukkah, Christmas, New Year’s Eve, birthdays, and all the other special days of the year,” Elyse Russo, Exalted Ruler, Brick Elks Lodge #2151 said. “Showing them how much we appreciate their sacrifices is the least we can do. We are so proud of the meaningful work being done by the Zilinski Memorial Fund, and it truly is an honor to assist them with their efforts to improve morale among our soldiers. As long as there are Elks, we will never forget our troops and our veterans.”

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HIRING NOW!! Looking for outgoing, positive, and engaging teachers to join our Toms River – Route 70 Goddard Family. We are primarily hiring teachers for our elementary school aged children to foster a learning environment in which these children can continue to do their elementary school work. This would include helping them with worksheets, zooms, google classrooms etc. Some of the great perks of being a part of the Goddard Family include a benefits package, paid time off, holiday events and free food and Goddard swag. Call today to inquire about this job posting and start as early as next week!

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Department Congratulates Officer And K9 On Graduation

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By: Marc S. Galella, Esq.and Robert C. Shea, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates

─Photo courtesy Point Pleasant Beach Police Department POINT PLEASANT BEACH – The Point Pleasant Beach Police Department would like to congratulate Sergeant Paschal Drew and K9 Bolt on their recent graduation from the Toms River Police Department Narcotics Detection Handler’s Course Class #8.

Where parents have minor children, they often want to establish trusts in their Wills for the benefit of the minor children in the event that both parents should pass away. In such a case, the money is held in the trust for the benefit of the children. A person called the “trustee” is appointed by the Will to manage the trust on behalf of the children. Most trusts for the benefit of minor children allow the money to be used for their health, education, maintenance and support. The term “education” usually also refers to college education. There are several ways to go about doing this. The most common ways are the (1) common trust or (2) the separate trust.

In the common trust, all of the money is held until the youngest child reaches an age specified in the Will. Upon the youngest child reaching the specified age, the monies remaining in the trust are then distributed to all of the children. In a separate trust, the assets are divided among the children and a separate trust is created for each child and each child receives their trust when the each reach the specified age.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of each? The advantage of the common trust is that the money is held until the youngest child reaches the specified age. In this way, the trustee can use the money in the trust and if necessary, spend more of the money in the trust on one child as opposed to the others. As a parent, most peo-

ple would be willing Marc S. Galella Esq. to spend ever ything they had on one child at the expense of the other children if that child required greater ca re tha n the other children. By using a common trust you give the trustee the f lexibility to do this. The drawback to the common trust is that the older children will have to wait a longer period of time to receive their share of the inheritance depending upon the age of the youngest child. This could be a disadvantage if there is a significant age difference between the youngest and oldest child.

The advantage of the separate trust is that each child will receive their share of the estate when they reach the specified age. This means that the older children do not have to wait for their inheritance until the youngest child reaches the specified age. The drawback to the separate trust is the trustee can only use the money in that individual child’s trust for the care of that child. If one child requires significantly more care than the other children, the trustee is limited to the amount of money in that child’s trust and cannot use the money in the other trusts.

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To make sure that the only flashing red lights you see this holiday season are the ones on your home or on your Christmas tree, and not on an ambulance, Freeholder Joseph H. Vicari suggests you start a new tradition.

“Make safety a holiday tradition. Be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions and never plug too many lights into one socket.

If you use a real tree, check daily that its branches are not dry and prone to ignite,” Vicari, who chairs the county’s Department of Consumer Affairs said.

He added that many families enjoy colorful holiday lights both inside and outside, but the improper use of decorations can turn the season of joy into one of disaster.

Hospital emergency rooms treat more than 12,000 people each year for holiday-related injuries, such as falls, cuts and shocks related to decorative lights, decorations and Christmas trees.

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• Check all lights for burned out, missing or damaged bulbs. Replace bulbs with the same wattage bulbs only. Use no more than three sets of lights per extension cord.

• Make sure outdoor lights have been certified for outdoor use. Hang lights with insulated staples or run them through hooks.

• Never use nails or tacks.

• Turn off the lights when leaving the house or going to bed.

• Use only non-combustible or flame-resistant materials to trim a tree. Do not hang sharp ornaments near the reach of small children. Avoid hanging ornaments that resemble candy canes or food near young children, as they may be tempted to eat them.

• When using candles, always place them in a safety holder away from trees and other flammable materials. Make sure all candles are out before leaving your home or going to sleep.

• Anchor all outdoor decorations against high winds.

“Consider making this Christmas a truly green holiday by using these energy efficient lights and decorations,” Vicari said. He recommended LED indoor and outdoor Christmas lights. The low-voltage, long-lasting lights use up to 90 percent less energy and generate much less heat than traditional lights.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of dec 19 - dec 25

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Your instincts are likely right on target when it comes to making quick decisions. Since you are mentally acute, you can overcome objections and navigate tricky situations. Loved ones could be out of sorts in the week ahead.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): In the week ahead, making money may be more important than spending it. A loved one may be at odds with you during the next few days unless you adopt a cooperative attitude. Steer clear of unnecessary misunderstandings.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Connect with others as well as your ambitions in the upcoming week. Your sincere belief can be very convincing. Success could be easily achieved by helping move people and things toward constructive results.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): In the week ahead, you may be motivated or empowered by a partner to focus on excellence in your work.

Whatever you are focusing your energies on, you will be encouraged to do the job to the best of your ability.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You can be at your best when you can show off your talents and expertise. Don’t hesitate to display your skill set; you should attract others who are equally adroit.

Show your admiration for others’ strengths and abilities too.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Cut through the fog in the week ahead. Shine friendliness and a positive attitude to clear up any misunderstanding. Save important purchases for later in the week, when your good taste is in higher gear

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Though you will not always receive the attention or the gift that you desire, you can always attend to and treat yourself. Some people may be more interested in their jobs or their ambitions as the week begins than in socializing.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): A conversation or new information can make your choices easier. In the upcoming week, you may take a new approach toward finances. Focus on how to gather more resources or maximize your savings.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): The New Moon falls in your sign this week and might be an indication that you are willing to face your fears and ready to let go of the past.

To achieve your ambitions, it might be wise to curtail spending on nonessentials.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Give from the heart to a worthy cause you believe in.

There should be a little room in your budget for some discretionary spending that helps others.

Feeling that you have made a difference is a wonderful reward.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Recalling consequences of past mistakes may remind you to make better choices. Friends could bring up questions about moral issues that may not have concrete answers. You might need to reevaluate your goals this week.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You don’t operate in a vacuum. You may realize that you need to abide by the group consensus. Take the needs of everyone into consideration as you traverse the week ahead. If you cooperate, life is almost always easier.

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