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─Photo courtesy Cook Family Michael and Carol Cook welcome visitors to see the exterior of their Holiday House lit home each holiday season at 1 Carlson Court in Jackson.

By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – A holiday tradition which has lit up a township neighborhood for nearly a decade will dazzle holiday revelers once again this yea r. T he t rad it ion includes raising money for a good cause,

the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.

It would be impossible not to note that this holiday season will quite different due to the coronavirus pandemic but the holiday house of Michael and Carol Cook will be relatively the same

and quite inviting.

Michael Cook and members of his family acknowledge that and expressed the need to make this year’s festive display at their 1 Carlson Court home e ve n m o r e s p e c i a l than ever. The decoration process be-

gan weeks before the weekend of Thanksgiving - in fact it is a yearlong planning process.

“Keeping in mind that people are weary with COVID we actually added a Zenmo account this year so (House - See Page 4)

New Owner Sought For Jackson Diner

By Chris Lundy JACKSON – A prominent local developer is offering the Jackson Diner as a turnkey operation to anyone who always wanted to run a classic-style Jersey diner.

Cardinale Enterprises listed the restaurant, located at 21 S. Hope Chapel Roa d in Jackson Crossing

Plaza.

“If you ever wanted a true diner style restaurant this is it!

A turnkey operation w ill t a ke you back to the Happy Days,” the company wrote. It advertised seating for 110, including tables, booths and cou nter space.

Ca rd i nale is also planning to build Ad-

venture Crossing, a large indoor spor ts venue on Monmouth Road adjacent to Six Flags Great Adventure.

The Jackson Diner closed in the summer after 12 years. Like many other eateries, it had trouble surviving in the pandemic.

The owners of the diner, located in Jack-

son Crossing Plaza on South Hope Chapel Road, announced June 12 via social media that they were closing their doors.

I n a p o st on t he restaurant’s Facebook page, the ow ners stated, “The Jackson Diner will not reopen u nder t he Zi m mermann family ownership. This was a very

difficult decision and it is extremely unfortunate.”

“Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the impact it had on the diner, we faced true hardships and had to consider fi nding a buyer to continue the Jackson diner legacy. We want to thank our loyal customers

December 19, 2020

School Board Researches Saving Energy

By Bob Vosseller JACKSON –Board of Education members heard an update on energy efficiency programs during a recent meeting that outlined the cost savings the school district has been receiving.

The district’s energy specialist, John Blair provided a video presentation during the virtual meeting stating this was the fourth year of the program. He noted that of the New Jersey schools certified for energy efficiency, Jackson stood out for having four schools in the district that have been certified four years in a row by Sustainability for New Jersey Certified Schools “Three of our schools are actually silver certified and to put that into perspective, there are only 19 silver certified schools in the entire state of New Jersey and three (School - See Page 6)

$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 the enlargement of the facility on Hooper Avenue.

Members of the 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 northward in an area that is currently occupied by a parking lot, near Toms River High 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

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people can actually donate without even rolling their window down. My wife and I will still be out there and we’ll be saying hi to people and giving out candy canes but I get it if they don’t want to roll down their window. I am a nurse and I deal with COVID all the time,” Cook said.

Zenmo is an app that is used to transfer money back and forth. The address for it is Cooks’ Christmas. Their Facebook page is Cooks Christmas NJ. “Every penny goes to the National MS Society,” Cook said.

Michael and Carol Cook have played host to the holiday house for the past nine years. “We are at more than 30,000 lights, four singing trees, a 20-foot spiral tree and a 1,008-bulb pixel matrix which we can do imaging with,” Michael Cook said.

“We get a lift every year and one of my sons helps me when I’m on the lift but for the most part it is my wife and I doing pretty much everything,” Michael

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Cook said.

“All the lights are synchronized to music. The show consists of seven songs and runs for approximately 20 minutes.

Guests must turn their radio dial to 100.9 FM to hear the music with the show.

“We went live on November 28 at 6 p.m. and we will run through January 1. The show will run nightly from 6 -10 p.m.

Sunday – Thursday and 6-11 p.m. Friday and Saturday,” Michael Cook said.

While the show is free the family accepts donations for MS. “This year there hasn’t been any major changes to the look of it. We started decorating a little early this year mostly to take advantage of the warmer weather. We started putting the lights up in the middle of October.”

When greeting people during the show Michael Cook often wears his favorite holiday hat which is a bright orange Santa cap which has the letters MS across the top. The cap was presented to him by representatives of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, an organization which has special significance for the family and where all donations made to the holiday house go. Orange is the color for the cause of curing MS. “My stepson was diagnosed with juvenile MS at the age of 13. They say that between 5,000 and 11,000 kids have MS. It is rare that they are diagnosed that young. His first symptom was that he went blind in his left eye. He got the vision back after some treatments but he’s doing great,” Michael Cook said.

“The MS Society is the primary driver of research. That is why we picked them to donate to because we don’t want better treatments – which is nice – but we want a cure. They are researching that and coming closer and closer to it,” Michael Cook added.

He said previously that “just the idea that people are willing to donate money to a cause like that because we have a house with a Christmas display is really overwhelming.”

The Christmas couple noted that this concept truly brings the spirit of the holidays home. “We can’t tell how many people stop by and see the house,” Carol Cook said.

While the couple doesn’t have a traffic counter, in 2018, they handed out over 6,000 candy canes running up and down the road – and not everyone takes a candy cane.

Another commonly asked question of the Cooks is the cost of the electric from the display. Carol Cook said “it isn’t all that bad at all.”

The Cooks know that this year has been hard on everyone and that currently, the number of coronavirus cases are increasing. Thus, the need for a bright beacon of light for the holiday season is needed more than ever.

“I hope with all our lights we are providing people with some kind of an outlet this year to get out and celebrate the holidays and get a little cheer and enjoyment from it. I think this will be a big year for that,” Michael Cook said.

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Continued From Page 1 of them are right here in Jackson,” Blair said.

Blair then moved on to discuss what was happening behind the scenes with the energy program during the last year. He began with the shutdown of the schools in March due to the coronavirus health crisis. “A lot of people ask me did we save any money during that time?”

Showing a graph of electricity consumption and demand Blair added, “from March all the way until June you can see our consumption had gone down during that period. In June when all the employees came back to work and at the same time, we put the air conditioning on. You can see we definitely took advantage of that time,” Blair said.

“There was no reason to run everything when the buildings were empty. We actually shut the heat off at 4 in the afternoon because no one was in the buildings afterwards,” Blair added noting to Board members the savings realized during those months.

“There were no classroom lights on during this period. It was also the beginning of the ESIP (Energy Savings Improvement Program) so we already had the LED lights installed so that had a lot to do with it as well,” Blair said adding that he had averaged the amount of the bills of the last four years. “How did this March go in comparison to the typical March.

Blair added, that “many of our meters were inside the buildings so we were getting several estimated bills in our larger accounts like the Fine Arts building and what happens is you end up paying the demand charge from the previous year which is not good so we really had to stay on top of things at that time.”

He said that during the summer for the fourth year in a row the district participated in the demand response program

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Continued From Page 1 immensely for all their unconditional support throughout the years.”

The post adds, “we truly couldn’t have done it without you! We apologize for this news, as we are deeply saddened by this decision as well.”

“We would like to extend a special thank

with PJM. During fiscal year 2019-20 “we received checks in the amount of $71,000 and since 2017 this program has brought in $275,000 in the last four years. Blair said this upcoming year we are on track to get about $86,000 and the district has been shopping around for its utilities including a gas contract. “Unfortunately, our electric supplier that we were using stopped their contract. They basically went out of business so we had to shop around for a new supplier.”

“Unfortunately, we are at the mercy of the market right now and so our price for electricity went up by a little over a penny. If we did nothing that would have cost us about two cents more so instead of 8.2 cents we would be spending close to 10 cents,” Blair said.

Blair said the district signed up for a two year commitment for that “because we are hoping the market will change over the next couple of years. We are in the construction phase of a $26 million ESIP project. What this does is we are able to make some building upgrades that have a net zero cost to the taxpayer because of the savings that are generated by these upgrades.”

Highlights of that work included new boilers in several schools, LED lighting with motion sensors in the classroom and updated control systems. Blair’s presentation showed the differences in the lighting that would be provided with the upgrades.

“It is much brighter and brings out more color in the room and is one sixth of the cost. We will also be installing 4.3 megawatts of solar power and this will save us approximately $360,000 a year.

This is also the carbon equivalent of removing 611 cars from the road for one year,” Blair said.

Blair presented some estimates of savings noting in a comparison of what was spent prior to entering into the ESIP program. “It has gone down every year and if you add up all the savings you have $2.3 million or a 19% reduction in cost.”

you to the employees, whom we consider family for all of their hard work and dedication,” the owners added.

“It has been an honor to be a part of the Jackson community and serve every patron that walked through the doors over the past 12 years, we are truly grateful,” the post by the Zimmermann family concludes.

-Bob Vosseller contributed to this article

Jackson Police And Fire Host Toy Drive JACKSON – Jackson Police and Fire will be holding their Toy Drive. They need unwrapped toys, canned food and childrens clothing.

Look for drop off points around town:

• Jackson Township Police Headquarters • Jackson Township Municipal Building • Local business partners For more information call 732-928-1111.

The Jackson Times welcomes your special announcements! Engagements, Weddings, Births, Birthday Wishes, etc. Please call 732-657-7344 for more details!

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

WASHINGTON, D.C. Legislation authored by Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ) to help veterans heal through outdoor recreational therapy has been signed into law by President Trump.

Smith’s bipartisan Accelerating Veterans Recovery Outdoors Act (H.R. 2435), which was endorsed by more than 120 veteran service organizations, outdoor recreation groups and conservation organizations, will provide increased access to federal lands for the purposes of veterans’ medical recovery therapy.

Smith’s bill - cosponsored by 136 bipartisan lawmakers

Smith: Outdoor Therapy For Vets Now A Law

- was included in a package of veterans’ legislation, The Veterans’ COMPACT Act (H.R. 8247), which passed unanimously in the House of Representatives in September and was passed unanimously by the Senate last month.

“Research has shown that outdoor recreation can be an effective form of treatment, rehabilitation and healing for veterans,” said Smith, author of the Veterans Health Programs Improvement Act (P.L. 108422), and 13 other veterans laws. “While many nonprofit organizations, veteran service organizations and private companies have used the outdoors

to help heroes heal, providing greater coordination among key federal agencies will open new opportunities for veterans on public lands and other outdoor spaces,” said Smith, who has twice served as chair of the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee.

The new law will require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish an interagency task force on the use of public lands to provide medical treatment and therapy to veterans through outdoor recreation.

After undertaking a comprehensive analysis, the task force will submit recommendations to Congress, within one year,

on how to eliminate barriers and provide more public outdoor space for use by our veterans.”

Upon House passage, many respected veterans and environmental groups praised the bill including New Jersey VFW State Legislative Director William F. Thomson, who said, “Congratulations to Chris Smith on another important piece of veteran legislation.”

Jeff Tittel, Director of the New Jersey Sierra Club, said, “Connecting with nature and being in the wilderness is a powerful part of healing, and the Accelerating Veterans Recovery Outdoors Act will help

veterans access that power,” and Rob Vessels, campaign manager of Sierra Club Military Outdoors, said Smith’s bill would help “in eliminating those barriers to access, so veterans can heal on the lands they swore an oath to protect.”

According to the Department of Veterans Affairs’ National Center for PTSD, between 11 and 20 percent of veterans who served in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom, 12 percent of those who served in Desert Storm have PTSD in a given year, and 30 percent of those who served in Vietnam, will have had PTSD in their lifetime.

During House debate, Smith recounted how one combat wounded veteran who served in Iraq was suffering severe depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder responded to outdoor therapy. He had made three visits to the VA psychiatric wards and a substance abuse rehab. But it was a backpacking trip led by the Sierra Club that changed his perspective.

Smith quoted the vet’s own words: “when the depression, anxiety, and everything else that comes with PTSD creeps back into my life, I know just what to do: Strap on a pack and get outside.’’

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 UI benefits, 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 afloat during these extraordinarily challenging times.” said Governor Murphy. “While we desperately need the federal government to step up, we’re doing our part 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.

Primary sponsors for A4852

include Assemblymembers Yvonne Lopez, Craig Coughlin, Vincent Mazzeo and Senators Joseph Vitale 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 Assembly sponsors of the bill Assemblywoman Yvonne Lopez, Assembly Speaker Craig Coughlin, and Assemblyman Vince Mazzeo, in a joint statement.

“Uncertain times call for innovative measures and extending unemployment benefits 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 been receiving unemployment 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 security for the foreseeable future,” said Senator Joseph Vitale. “This is an essential piece of legislation

that will ensure New Jersey’s extended benefits program eligibility is evaluated in the most generous way possible under federal law. Our residents need help, now, to pay their 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 responsibility to our residents to ensure they receive the financial support they need.”

Claimants of Federal-State Unemployment Insurance Program benefits are entitled to 26 weeks of regular unemployment in New Jersey. The CARES Act offers up to 13 additional weeks of unemployment benefits through the Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation program. After claimants 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 periods.” The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development announced on July 1 that it would begin providing 20 weeks of extended unemployment 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.

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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.

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

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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.

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Continued From Page 1 from having to man multiple entrances.

Courtrooms and judges’ chambers will be relocated and cramped elevators might be replaced with large escalators. That plan even promotes social distancing in an age where people are more concerned than ever about personal space and germs.

Freeholder Joseph H. Vicari said some of the reasons why “buildings in New York City and Philadelphia are closed down have to do with elevators.

If you look at the new hospitals and sports stadiums, they often have escalators. It’s not only safer for security reasons, but 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 floor.” 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

The Jackson Times, December 19 2020, Page 9 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 services 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.

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(Right) During a recent gathering at the Jackson Elks Lodge 2744, 10 new members were initiated.

The new members in─Photos courtesy Jackson Elks 2744 clude: Liz Kile, Jennifer McMenamin, Jackson Elks Exalted Ruler Frank Scotto, Robin Weingartner, Edward Weingartner, Andrew McMenamin. Also initiated were Nick Pappagallo, and Darianyi and Joseph Bajkowski.

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By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – Members of the Jackson husband and members of the pantry.

LaMonica was also happy to report Elks 2744 haven’t let the COVID-19 panthat, “we initiated 10 new members this demic slow them down from activities to past week. The new members include benefit the community.

Liz Kile, Jennifer McMenamin, Robin Jackson Elks Leading Knight Joe Laand Edward Weingartner, Darianyi and Monica said, “we have been hard at it, Joseph Bajkowski Andrew McMenamin regardless of the pandemic. We recently and Nick Pappagallo. made a monetary donation to the Jackson “Anyone interested in fi nding out more Food Pantry in the amount of $1,800 to about the Elks, can contact us by callhelp with Thanksgiving. ing 732-363-4101, or email us at JackLodge Exalted Ruler Frank Scotto joined sonElks2744@gmail.com,” LaMonica fellow members in a presentation of the said. donation to Jackson Food Pantry Director EDUCATORS! Have a special event planned for your class? Let everyone know by placing a news release in this paper! Call 732-657-7344 to find out how!

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Around The Jersey shore Volunteers Who Assist With The Gift Of Sight

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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 countries 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.

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By Bob Vosseller JACKSON– Township Mayor Michael Reina along with members of the Township Council are strongly encouraging residents who wish to volunteer to serve on an advisory panel or commission.

The following advisory boards and committees currently exist: Veterans Commission, Rent Leveling Board, Planning Board, Zoning Board, Economic Development Commission, Citizens Budget Advisory Committee, Emergency Medical Services Advisory Board, Pathfinders, Environmental Commission, Historical Commission, and the Shade Tree Commission.

Township Officials are requesting residents submit a Citizen Leadership form which can be found on the Jackson Township website at jacksontwpnj.net. Those interested are asked to complete both pages and be sure to include any background experience you have and/or your reason for interest.

Those with questions regarding these boards or commissions should feel free to contact the Mayor’s office by calling him at 732-9281200 Ext. 1211 or email Township Assistant Business Administrator Samantha Novak at snovak@jacksontwpnj.net. All requests for consideration should be received by December 18, 2020.

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Around The Jersey shore Be Safe And Go Green This Holiday Season

By Bob Vosseller TOMS RIVER – Staying safe this holiday season is the best gift you can give yourself and your family and to help you do that there are a few simple safety tips.

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.

Each year, the US Fire Administration reports holiday fires, including those caused

by Christmas trees, kill more than 400 Americans and injure more than 1,600, causing a total of $990 million in damages.

The Ocean County Department of Consumer Affairs offered the following tips to help keep the holidays safe: • When buying a live Christmas tree, make sure the needles are fresh and green. The needles should bend and not snap between your fingers.

• Place a live tree in a cool spot away from heater vents, the fireplace and other heat sources. Water the tree regularly and dispose of it or recycle it properly after the

season.

• When purchasing an artificial tree, look for a “fire resistant” label. While most artificial trees can burn, fire resistant trees will resist burning and extinguish quickly.

Use only indoor or outdoor lights that have been properly tested for safety by a recognized laboratory. Use only lights that have fused plugs.

• 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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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.

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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 Tips On Dealing With Depression, Stress And COVID During The Holidays

By Alyssa Riccardi OCEAN COUNTY – The holiday season oftentimes bring unnecessary stress and anxiety for many people.

With the number of COVID-19 cases currently rising, the issue may be giving additional pressure to those who are already worked up about the holiday season. Many may feel stressed, sad or anxious because their traditional holiday plans have to be altered or fully cancelled due to the pandemic.

“The pandemic has challenged us all in different ways since day one but now it’s especially difficult for people to deal with the challenges and sacrifices presented to us at this very special and joyous time of year,” said Daniel Regenye, Ocean County Health Department (OCHD) Public Health Coordinator/Health Officer. “Stress and depression won’t only spoil your holidays but it can compromise your health.”

The staff at Mayo Clinic has provided these tips to help reduce the stress that comes with the holiday: Acknowledge your feelings: If someone close to you has recently died or you can’t be with loved ones for other reasons, realize that it’s normal to feel sadness and grief. It’s ok to take time to cry or express your feelings. You can’t force yourself to be happy just because it’s the holiday season.

Reach out: If you feel lonely or isolated, seek out community, religious or other social events or communities. Many have websites, online support groups, social media sites or virtual events.

They can offer support and companionship. It also may help to talk to a friend or family member about your concerns. Try reaching out with a text, a call or a video chat. Volunteering your time or doing something to help others also is a good way to lift your spirits and broaden your friendships. For example, consider just dropping off a meal and dessert at a friend’s home during the holidays.

Be realistic: The holidays don’t have to be perfect or just like years past. As families change and grow, traditions and rituals often change as well. Choose a few to hold on to, and be open to creating new ones. For example, if your adult children or other relatives can’t come to your home, find new ways to celebrate together, such as sharing pictures, emails or videos. Or meet virtually on a video call. Even though your holiday plans may look different this year, you can find ways to celebrate.

Set aside differences: Try to accept family members and friends as they are, even if they don’t live up to all of your expectations. Set aside grievances until a more appropriate time for discussion. And be understanding if others get upset or distressed when something goes awry. Chances are they’re feeling the effects of holiday stress and depression, too.

Stick to a budget: Before you do your gift and food shopping, decide how much money you can afford to spend. Then stick to your budget. Don’t try to buy happiness with an avalanche of gifts.

Try these alternatives: Donate to a charity in someone’s name; Give homemade gifts; Start a family gift exchange.

Plan ahead: Set aside specific days for shop-

ping, baking, connecting with friends and other activities. Consider whether you can shop online for any of your items. Plan your menus and then make your shopping list. That’ll help prevent last-minute scrambling to buy forgotten ingredients. And make sure to line up help for meal prep and cleanup.

Learn to say no: Saying yes when you should say no can leave you feeling resentful and overwhelmed. Friends and colleagues will understand if you can’t participate in every project or activity. If it’s not possible to say no when your boss asks you to work overtime, try to remove something else from your agenda to make up for the lost time.

Don’t abandon healthy habits: Don’t let the holidays become a free-for-all. Overindulgence only adds to your stress and guilt.

Try these suggestions: Have a healthy snack before holiday meals so that you don’t go overboard on sweets, cheese or drinks; Eat healthy meals; Get plenty of sleep; Include regular physical activity in your daily routine; Try deep-breathing exercises, meditation or yoga; Avoid excessive alcohol and tobacco use; Be aware of how the information culture can produce undue stress, and adjust the time you spend reading news and social media as you see fit.

Take a breather: Make some time for yourself.

Find an activity you enjoy. Take a break by yourself. Spending just 15 minutes alone, without distractions, may refresh you enough to handle everything you need to do. Find something that reduces stress by clearing your mind, slowing your breathing and restoring inner calm. Some options may include: Taking a walk at night and stargazing; Listening to soothing music; Reading a book.

Seek professional help if you need it: Despite your best efforts, you may find yourself feeling persistently sad or anxious, plagued by physical complaints, unable to sleep, irritable and hopeless, and unable to face routine chores. If these feelings last for a while, talk to your doctor or a mental health professional.

“This year especially, people should take control of the holidays and not let it become something to dread,” advises Kimberly Reilly, OCHD Chief of Administrative Services, Drug and Alcohol Unit. “Instead, take some of these important steps to prevent the stress and depression that can prevail during the holidays.

If you learn to recognize your holiday triggers, such as financial pressures or personal demands, then you can confront them before they lead to a meltdown. With a little planning and some positive thinking, you can find peace and joy during this unique and challenging holiday season.”

If you are in a crisis and need immediate assistance, call one of the following mental health hotlines: • Ocean Mental Health Services – 732-575-1111 or 877-621-0445 • NJ Mental Health Cares – 866-202-HELP • Preferred Behavioral Health Group – 866904-4474 • Or dial 9-1-1 For additional information on holiday stress and coping solutions, visit cdc.gov, and ochd. org.

OFFICIAL FIRE DISTRICT ELECTION FEBRUARY 20, 2021 VOTE BY MAIL NOTICE TO PERSONS WANTING MAIL-IN BALLOTS

If you are a qualified and registered voter of the State who wants to vote by mail in the Jackson Township Fire District Nos. 2, 3, or 4 Election to be held on Saturday, February 20, 2021 the following applies: You must complete the application form below and send it to the County Clerk where you reside or write or apply in person to the County Clerk where you reside to request a mail-in ballot.

The name, address, and signature of any person who has assisted you to complete the mail-in ballot application must be provided on the application, and you must sign and date the application.

No person may serve as an authorized messenger or bearer for more than three qualified voters in an election.

No person who is a candidate in the election for which the voter requests a mail-in ballot may provide any assistance in the completion of the ballot or serve as an authorized messenger or bearer.

A person who applies for a mail-in ballot must submit his or her application at least seven days before the election, but such person may request an application in person from the County Clerk up to 3 p.m. of the day before the election.

Voters who want to vote by mail in all future elections will, after their initial request and without further action on their part, be provided with a mailin ballot until the voter requests otherwise in writing.

Application forms may be obtained by applying to the undersigned either in writing or by telephone, or the application form provided to the right may be completed and forwarded to the undersigned. You can also download the application form at www. njelections.org on the internet.

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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.

Parent Workshops For Social Emotional Learning

JACKSON – Join Jackson Township School District for their Elementary Social Emotional Learning parent workshops!

Held via Google Meet at 3:30 p.m. on January 6 and 27; February 10 and 24.

What is Social Emotional Learning? How can I help my child increase their understanding, expression and management of their emotions? How can I help my child understand and practice empathy and communicate effectively with others?

Join the Social Emotional Learning parent webinar series for answers to these questions and resources to help you practice Social Emotional Learning at home! Each webinar will cover one component of CASEL Social Emotional Learning Framework and provide resources and techniques for everyday use to help improve your child’s Social Emotional development.

To view the link to these webinars, visit jacksonsd.org/district.

Online Worship At DeBows UMC

JACKSON – You are invited to celebrate Advent & Christmas at DeBows UMC via their online worship services. Sunday services are at 10 a.m. and their Christmas Eve service will be at 6:30 p.m. (replays available). View online services at debows. online.church Visit debowsumc.org for the most up-todate information. Wishing you and yours a blessed Christmas season.

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Around The Jersey shore Deborah’s 15th Annual Red Tie Gala Raises Funds for Cardiac Care

─Photo courtesy Deborah Hospital Foundation Chef Eddie Jackson entertains at Deborah Hospital Foundations’ 15 Annual Red Tie Gala, Virtual Style.

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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Inside The Law Trusts For Minor Children

Robert C. Shea Esq.

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

Eagle Scout Creates Toy Drive For CASA

JACKSON – Eagle Scout Jeremy Lewis of Troop 204 in Jackson is conducting a toy drive called “Operation: Toy Joy” for his Eagle Scout Project. All the toys donated for the drive will be given to Court Appointed Special Advocates of Ocean County, NJ

(CASA) which will be distributed to foster children all across the county.

Jeremy’s goal is to reach 500 or more toys. You can visit yougivegoods.com/ operationtoyjoy to donate or purchase toys directly through the drive and sent to CASA.

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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 HPV Vaccination Can Help Prevent Cancer

NEPTUNE - Many viruses cause a host of symptoms and conditions, including colds and the flu.

Most people are able to overcome viral infections in a couple days to a couple weeks but there are other viruses like human papillomavirus (HPV), a very common sexually transmitted disease, that can cause long-term health problems including cancer.

“HPV is probably the most common sexually transmitted disease which a lot of people don’t know about,” Dr. Tracy Proverbs-Singh said.

Singh, a gastrointestinal oncologist at Hackensack Meridian Health Hackensack University Medical Center. “It can remain latent in the body for a lifetime.” Most sexually active people have been exposed to HPV and many times it’s harmless and goes away on its own.

The cancer most commonly associated with HPV is cervical cancer, but it can also lead to vulvar and vaginal, anal, penile and oral cancers. “Ninety percent of cervix cancers are found to have HPV in their DNA,” said Dr. Karim ElSahwi, attending gynecologic oncologist at Hackensack Meridian Health Jersey Shore University Medical Center.

Gynecologists use a Pap test to screen for the presence of HPV in the cervix. They may find cervical cancer early, when it’s most easily treated, or even when it’s at a pre-cancerous stage. About 90 percent of anal cancer is also caused by HPV.

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You can get HPV by having vaginal, anal, or oral sex with someone who has the virus. Anyone who is sexually active can get HPV and develop symptoms years after having sex with someone who is infected. Using condoms every time during sexual intercourse can help reduce the risk. However, condoms are not as effective against HPV as they are against other STDs like chlamydia and HIV. HPV vaccination can provide protection against the most common types of HPV which cause cancer and genital warts. The vaccine is less effective once sexually active, because people probably have come in contact with HPV already. For this reason, the vaccine is recommended for children age 11-12, giving them protection before being exposed to the viruses. “Getting the vaccine and preventing the infection decreases the risk of cancer dramatically, because over 90 percent of the strains that could cause cancer are represented,” Dr. Proverbs-Singh said.

Normally, people will not experience any symptoms of HPV infection until it has already caused a health problem. Consequently, it is important for people to have regular checkups with their physician to find abnormal changes in their health before it turns into something more serious.

ATTENTION JACKSON DOG OWNERS Applications for dog licenses will be accepted for 2021 starting January 4, 2021 as required by ORD.#98-17 Any resident who shall own, keep or harbor a dog, over the age of seven months, must obtain a dog license in the month of January.

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Around The Jersey shore 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.

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

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Local GOP Leader To Appeal Conviction Again

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – An influential Republican leader will continue to appeal his conviction for tax evasion and fraud.

Former Ocean County GOP Chairman George R. Gilmore, 71, of Toms River, was convicted of not paying federal income tax for his employees and lying on a loan application. He was sentenced to one year and one day in prison.

He had appealed that, but that appeal was shot down earlier this month. The appellate panel upheld his 2019 conviction. Now, another appeal is on the horizon.

His attorney, Kevin Marino, said that they are petitioning for the entire appellate court to rehear the case-not just a panel.

Original Charges As a partner and shareholder at Gilmore & Monahan, he was in control of the law firm’s financials.

This firm has since closed and his partner and employees were not charged. For tax quarters ending March 31, 2016 and June 30, 2016, the firm withheld tax payments from its employees’checks, but Gilmore did not pay them in full to the IRS. Additionally, he applied for a Uniform Residential Loan Application (URLA) to obtain refinancing of a mortgage loan for $1.5 million with a “cash out” provision that provided Gilmore would obtain cash from the loan on Nov. 21, 2014. On Jan. 22, 2015, he updated the application, failing to disclose outstanding 2013 tax liabilities and personal loans he got from other people. He had received $572,000 from the cash out portion of the loan.

The jury was not able to reach a decision on the charge of tax evasion for years 2013, 2014, and 2015, the court spokesman said. He was acquitted of two charges of filing false tax returns for calendar years 2013 and 2014.

He had a sentencing hearing on January 22. There, he was sentenced to a year and a day in Fort Dix Federal Correctional Institution. He had also been sentenced to three years of probation after that.

The sentencing judge did not fine Gilmore for any

of his offenses, but said he would end up paying “about a million a year” in contract penalties.

The sentencing judge ordered mental health treatment.

First Appeal Instead of paying taxes, he had been spending a great deal on home remodeling and lavish decorations, reportedly on such things as a mammoth tusk and a statue of George Washington.

During the appeal handled by his attorney, Marino alleged that the trial did not include expert psychiatric testimony regarding his claim of having a hoarding disorder that made him spend lavishly on personal expenses.

In the non-precedential ruling written by Judge Thomas Hardiman for a three-judge panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit, the court rejected four separate claims raised

by Gilmore. It agreed with the government that the trial judge properly excluded the psychiatric expert. Gilmore contended that testimony would have negated his intent to commit the charged tax crimes. The court also rejected Gilmore’s challenges to the jury instructions and sufficiency of evidence.

Political Connections Gilmore is the grandson of late Seaside Heights mayor J. Stanley Tunney, of which the Tunney bridge between Toms River and Seaside is named.

Gilmore’s law firm did work for a number of towns, which dissolved their contracts with him after his arrest. He also had to step down from being chairman of the county Republicans. Frank Holman took his place, but he is reportedly still very influential in local politics. In fact, several sources stated that he persuaded local Republicans to back David Richter in the 3rd District Congressional race. Richter ultimately lost to incumbent Andy Kim. Gilmore has remained active in politics, attending county events and forming a political consulting firm with Freeholder Jack Kelly.

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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.

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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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