2021-02-06 - The Howell Times

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Vol. 18 - No. 36

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Howell PAL Recognized

By Governor Murphy

In This Week’s Edition

Land To Be Purchased By County For Preservation

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─Photo courtesy Howell PAL Despite the pandemic, the Howell PAL was able to safely hold many summer camps including their football camp, field hockey camp and beginners golf camp.

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By Alyssa Riccardi HOWELL – At his January 24 briefing, Governor Phil Murphy recog nized the local non-profit organization, the Howell Township Police Athletic League (PAL).

“Over the past few months, we’ve been

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highlighting many of the small businesses who h ave r e c eive d truly lifesaving suppor t f rom t he New Jersey Economic Development Author it y. Along with them, many community-based non-profits have also stepped

for wa rd t o r e c eive EDA grants that have allowed them to maint ai n t hei r essent ial community missions.

One of those is the Howell Township Police Athletic League,” Governor Murphy addressed at his briefing.

The Howell PAL’s mission is to foster positive relationships among the youth and police officers in the community through sports and education.

The organization has been going since 1979 and is currently run (PAL - See Page 2)

Over 3,000 Diapers Distributed To Struggling Moms

By Alyssa Riccardi FREEHOLD – The COVID-19 pandemic has led many families to experience not only health problems but financial struggles.

With baby and children’s products being costly for expectant and parenting mothers,

the Monmouth ACTS’ Early Childhood Success Hub stated how many mothers were having trouble findi ng d iap e r s, w ip e s and other supplies for newborns and young children as a result of financial difficulties due to COVID-19.

“It was such a specific need, it really struck me,” Monmouth County Commissioner Deputy Director Susan M. Kiley said. “The need was compounded not just by the lack of supplies, but because diapers and wipes can be so expensive, especial-

ly for a young mother who is struggling to pay the bills.”

Kiley’s idea was to have the Early Childhood Success Hub partner with the RAINE (Reaching All in Need Everyday) Foundation, an organization established to support those

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in need in the Bayshore area and run by Kiley’s family.

“It was a gap that could be fi xed so simply,” K iley said. “I thought, ‘Why can’t we do a diaper drive?’

The RAINE Foundation has a network of (Diapers - See Page 4)

By Alyssa Riccardi HOWELL – The Monmouth County Board of Commissioners have unanimously voted to pass a resolution authorizing the purchase of additional land in Howell for the Metedeconk River Greenway.

Metedeconk River Greenway is roughly 500 acres of wildlife and water preserve along the Metedeconk River, which creates a natural border between Monmouth and Ocean counties. The greenway acts as a buffer between the nearby land development and helps protect water quality and wildlife habitat.

According to the Monmouth County Park System, they have been “preserving land along the Metedeconk stream corridor in conjunction with similar efforts in the Ocean County portion of the watershed.” The majority of the land that will be obtained for the greenway is in Howell.

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High School’s Coins For Kids Raises Over $2,800 For Pediatric Center

By Alyssa Riccardi FREEHOLD – Students part of the Peer Leadership program from Freehold Township High School raised over $2,800 for the “Coins for Kids” fundraiser.

The “Coins for Kids” fundraiser takes place every year at Freehold Township High School and the funds raised are donated to the Pediatric Department at CentraState Medical Center.

Health & Physical Education teacher Frank Gualtieri works with the Peer Leadership (Fundraiser - See Page 10)

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PAL:

Continued From Page 1 by its President and CEO Sgt. Chris Hill.

“I really appreciate Governor Murphy recognizing the hard work of the staff, the volunteers, the kids that come to PAL and the people not only in our community but Monmouth County,” Hill said.

“It’s always enlightening when the kids, volunteers and staff get a chance to be recognized.”

Like many, even the Howell PAL is feeling the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Howell PAL ensures that kids in the community have recreational and other extra-curricular actives. However, Hill knew the pandemic would be a major challenge for the organization.

“Just like everyone else we’ve been facing a lot of challenges. We do a lot of volunteer work in the community, we work with seniors and we work with the kids especially. Most of our work is in person so it’s been challenging to get kids together because parents are afraid and to work with certain groups is hard because you don’t want to be getting anyone sick,” Hill said.

While facing these challenges head on, Hill worked with the EDA to secure grant funding to keep their mission alive.

“We received the grant back in September and it was very good because it allowed us to be able to support more of the residents who were struggling to meet everyday necessities,” Hill said.

Not only does the PAL provide a safe

outlet for Howell’s youth, but they also do a lot of volunteer work all across the shore communities, including Monmouth and Ocean counties.

“I will tell you that we always have people to show up that help, not only here but we partner with another chapter that we started in Neptune and since the pandemic started, we’ve been delivering meals to senior citizens and a two week supply of groceries every two weeks.

Over 140 meals are delivered every two weeks,” Hill said. “We’ve also done quite a few things in Howell with the homeless community and there’s a lot of families that are in need. We still have a lot of food and delivery programs we do here in Howell Township.”

The Howell PAL is still going strong and organizing activities for the youth in a safe manner, whether it’s in-person or virtually.

“We have our Youth leadership meetings on Wednesdays and it’s all done virtually, but we still get together to clean communities or deliver meals or whatever is needed,” Hill said. “Right now, one of the campaigns I’m working with the Howell Senior Center on is essentially like adopt a grandparent.

Many seniors are alone, so this gives the someone to talk to whether it’s through Zoom or regular mail.”

“I just want to say a special thanks to the youth of Howell for stepping up and always being there to support the community. I want to thank the business community for supporting us as well.

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over $100,000 worth of goods. So we’re really grateful for everything,” Hill said.

To learn more about the Howell PAL’s programs and organization, visit howellpal.org.

─Photo courtesy Howell PAL Screen shot of Governor Murphy’s COVID-19 briefing and recognizing the Howell PAL.

─Photo courtesy Howell PAL The PAL kids took part in a Youth Leadership Council Meeting, which is made up of high school and middle school students. Here, they’re pictured at the Southard Center which is home to the Howell PAL.

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Diapers:

Continued From Page 1 500 volunteers. If I put it to them, they’ll all muster and support this.”

A county-wide diaper drive was created and RAINE worked quickly to collect not only diapers but wipes and other needed supplies. RAINE received an abundance of help from other organizations including the Hazlet Police Department, who volunteered to become a 24/7 drop-off site for donations. Grace United Methodist Church in Union Beach, who already was working with RAINE, also collaborated to collect materials.

The drive resulted in the RAINE Foundation delivering supplies to four Early Childhood Success Hub organizations that serve families across Monmouth County.

These organizations included: Acelero Learning Freehold Center: Distributed around 950 diapers and 25 packs of wipes to 25 families, including two expectant mothers.

Oceans Family Success Center in Asbury Park: Distributed around 1,250 diapers (including pull-ups) and 29 packs of wipes

to 11 families.

VNA Health Group: Served at least 20 families across its network with around 840 diapers and 10 packs of wipes.

Bayshore Family Success Center in Middletown: Distributed 12 cases of diapers, 3 cases of wipes and a box of baby formula at its Baby Pantry.

“We were so happy to see the RAINE Foundation and Grace United Methodist Church step up so quickly to meet this critical need for our families in Monmouth County,” says Colleen Nelson, RN, MSN, Vice President Children & Family Health Institute, VNACJ and Co-Chair, Monmouth ACTS Early Childhood Success Hub. “The partner organizations receiving the diapers represented different geographic areas within the county to ensure delivery across a wide span of families. It is important during this pandemic to think of others and what you can do to help your neighbors, families and friends. A huge thank you to Commissioner Kiley, our volunteers and staff of the Early Childhood Success Hub organizations for carrying out this successful Diaper Drive.”

“Monmouth ACTS continues to be the great connector for our County’s human services organizations,” said Commissioner Director Thomas A. Arnone. “This is another fantastic example of resources and organizations in the County that are now getting to know each other and

communicate at Hub meetings, resulting in better services for Monmouth County residents.”

For more information on the RAINE Foundation, visit rainefoundation.com.

For more infor mation on Monmouth ACTS, visit MonmouthACTS.org.

─Photo courtesy Monmouth ACTS Hiral Patel and Alicia Maresco of Bayshore Family Success Center in Middletown accept donations of diapers and wipes for Monmouth County mothers in need from Lisa Auletta of the RAINE Foundation.

Fire Company Selling Flowers For Valentine’s Day Fundraiser

HOWELL – Valentine’s Day is just around the corner! Don’t forget to support local heroes and businesses!

The Adelphia Fire Company will once again be selling roses at their 5th Annual Valentine’s Day Fundraiser sale on February 13 and 14 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Adelphia Fire House, 925 Adelphia Road.

• Two dozen roses for $25 • Two dozen color roses for $25 • One dozen color roses for $15 • One dozen red roses for $20 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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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY e dITorIAL If You Want To Run For Office, Now Is The Time The campaign is over.

Let the campaign begin!

I know we just had an election, and everyone could cer tainly use a breather. But for those few of you thinking of running for office, now is the time to take that

next step.

Start attending meetings of whatever board you want to join. Watch the proceedings. Learn how they do things and why. If you win, you’ll be spending your evenings at these meetings anyway; you might as well

get used to it.

Become active in your c o m m u n i t y. W h e t h e r it’s youth sports, church groups, or some other volunteer activity, they’d be happy to have you. It will give you a taste of interacting with the public. Many

people live very structured lives where you will never meet someone who you don’t already know. Getting yourself out there will introduce you to new ideas and points of view. They might not be intelligent ideas or valid points of

view, but you’ll be able to understand what people in your community are thinking. Otherwise, you’re just talking to just your own friends and family.

And, even if you don’t wind up running, or you run for election and lose,

the hours you spend doing public service will be time well spent. Who knows, you might even decide that this is the best way to help people.

including Atlantic Shores, are vying for contracts to build more facilities off the Jersey coast.

Bringing offshore wind onshore to power New Jersey, and its corresponding potential for manufacturing, operations, and union jobs is the answer for a thriving energy and economic future, and quality of life. Lacey Township can benefit greatly.

Let’s not be distracted.

Holtec’s bottom line isn’t our concern. Getting to 100 percent renewable energy is.

conviction was based on circumstantial evidence or eye witness testimony. Both of which, at times, have proven to be unreliable.

As the axiom goes; “better to let ten guilty people go free, than to condemn one innocent person.”

Having said that, I think there are some crimes that are so pernicious, so depraved, so vile, that the death penalty (I prefer the death consequence) is appropriate. Certainly the Bible thinks so: “the murderer shall surely be put to death.”

(Numbers 35:16) A man “ad mits” and “pleads guilty” to raping a little girl multiple times, then murders her by burying her alive and says, given the opportunity, he would do it again. I don’t think being provided with an air conditioned room, a color T.V., free medical and dental care, three meals a day and perhaps an early release for “good behavior” is reflective of the punishment fitting the crime.

If there is anyone more deserving of being unceremoniously dispatched to that great unknown in the sky (or perhaps more appropriately dispatched in the opposite direction), it is the child murderer-rapist.

It’s about time we bring “old sparky” out of retirement. It is not about retribution, it is about justice!

“And if any mischief follows, then thou shalt give life for life.” Exodus 21:23

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Letters To The Editor Lacey’s Future Is In The Wind The recent revelation that Holtec International, the owners of the defunct Oyster Creek Nuclear Generating Station in Lacey Township is in talks with federal regulators about their prototype for a new generation of small nuclear reactors brought measured cheers from local officials, condemnation from environmentalists, and perplexed reactions from some residents.

The township had relied upon nuclear power from the Oyster Creek nuclear plant for decades as a mainstay for their local tax base. Lacey officials took the talks as an indication that a nuclear future was in their horizon.

It might be Mother Nature, however, that pulls the plug on this ill-conceived idea.

A NJ Department of Environ mental Protection report, (nj.gov/dep/climat-

echange/) prepared by Rutgers University and leading climate change experts, predicts over a foot of sea level rise in less than a decade, over two feet by 2050, and over six feet by 2100.

The report also indicated that New Jersey has been impacted by sea-level rise from climate change more than any other region on earth and we can expect more severe storms more often.

Siting any type of nuclear plant and its inevitable stockpile of highly radioactive nuclear waste, which remains lethal for tens of thousands of years, in an area that could be underwater in the near future is foolhardy.

The talks Holtec has engaged in with officials at the federal Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) are conceptual and about design, and not about a designated location for a new wave of nukes the company would like to build,

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according to an agency spokesperson.

Recent surveys reportedly show that a hefty majority of Americans favor development of wind and solar energy. New Jersey is fortunate to be in the forefront of this energy revolution to make the necessary and critical changes to respond to the current climate emergency we are experiencing.

Lacey officials and residents should feel optimism as the township has already been identified as geographically ideal as a landing site for offshore wind.

Lacey officials would do well to talk with legislators in Buchanon, NY, home to the Indian Point Nuclear Plant, recently acquired by Holtec. There, local officials pressed the state to pass a tax on spent fuel treating the casks that will hold the deadly waste as a storage facility. New Jersey could consider doing likewise.

There is over 750 metric tons of nuclear waste at the Oyster Creek site.

The Oyster Creek nuke was not trouble free in the past, and there’s no guarantee it won’t be in the future.

Holtec’s cask system has been a subject of controversy and its complex corporate structure of limited liability has left some skittish about the company’s financial ability to complete a decommissioning that doesn’t cut safety corners.

Paul Gunter, the director of nuclear oversight at the Maryland-based Beyond Nuclear has been watchdogging the plant since the

mid-80s. Over the years, Gunter has joined with grassroots and environmental groups, including Clean Water Action, to cite numerous safety concerns, deficiencies in NRC oversight, and pinpointed structural degradation at Oyster Creek. Gunter has been critical of the layered structure of limited liability, but, nevertheless, sees a bright future for Lacey Township and it’s all in the wind.

Gunter calls New Jersey a perfectly positioned “renewable energy hub” and goes on to say that nuclear power will not be competitive in the electricity market given the imminent onset of offshore wind development.

The Murphy Administration has embraced wind as a principal means to achieving all renewable power in the state by 2050. The Ocean Wind project recently approved by regulators will be built 15 miles off the cost of Atlantic City, beyond the viewscape, and produce enough power for 500,000 homes. The administration ultimately plans to approve 7,500 megawatts of offshore wind, more than any other state in the nation.

Last fall, the Danish company, Ørsted, was approved to use the former Oyster Creek nuke as a landing point to bring Ocean Wind’s offshore wind to land. The shuttered and polluting B.L. England, a former coal plant in Upper Township, was also reportedly identified as a landing pad.

Various wind companies,

Janet Tauro NJ Board Chair, Clean Water Action

When The Death Penalty Is Appropriate A while back, the Editorial Page Editor of the Asbury Park Press wrote: “The best argument against capital punishment, however, was, and is, its lack of values as deterrent.” He concluded by saying: “But retribution should not be the basis for public safety.”

Is the death penalty a deterrent against capital crimes? I maintain that capital punishment is the ultimate deterrent – there are no repeat offenders! In other words, it’s the ultimate cure for recidivism There are some circumstances, however, where I think the death penalty should be off-the-table, especially in cases where the

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

TRENTON - Legislation sponsored by Senator Robert Singer requiring healthcare workers to tell their employer of infectious disease outbreaks at other facilities where they are employed was advanced by the Senate Health, Human Services & Senior Citizens

Singer: Heathcare Workers Should Report Infectious Outbreaks To Employers

Committee.

“Earlier this year, the Ma n at t He alt h Re p or t st ressed that individuals who work at multiple healthcare facilities may unknowingly contribute to the spread of COVID-19 and other infectious diseases,” Singer (R-30) said.

“It’s clear that we need to increase transparency and communication between healthcare employees and their employers to reduce the spread of transmissible illnesses and keep New Jersey residents safe. This bill will ensure that healthcare facilities are not kept

in the dark about potential staff exposures and know when additional precautions should be taken.”

The bill (S-2865) requires individuals employed by a hospital, nursing home, group home, or assisted living residence to disclose to that entity the name of

any other facility at which the individual is employed along with any outbreak of an infectious disease occurring at those other facilities.

“Instituting these new procedures will increase accountability and help ensure the safety and well-being of both healthcare workers and

the vulnerable individuals they serve,” added Singer.

Under the legislation, healthcare workers who fail to inform their employers of infectious disease outbreaks may have their professional license or certification suspended for 30 days, be issued a fine up to $1,000, or both.

Health Care Enrollment Period Extended For Uninsured Residents

TRENTON – Following the Biden Administration’s health care action, Governor Phil Murphy announced the State is extending the health insurance enrollment period for uninsured residents to sign up for coverage through Get Covered New Jersey, the state’s official health insurance marketplace, in response to the coronavirus pandemic.

“Ensuring that our residents have access to quality, affordable health insurance has been a top priority of our administration since day one,” said Governor Murphy. “As we continue our work to save lives and protect New Jerseyans in response to the pandemic, this action will expand opportunities for residents to get the coverage they need to maintain their health and wellbeing. I want to thank President Biden for taking this necessary step at the federal level to further complement the relief efforts of

his American Rescue Plan.”

“We want to ensure that New Jerseyans have the coverage they need to see a doctor when they are sick, but also to get the preventive care that is so vital to their long-term health,” said Department of Banking and Insurance Commissioner Marlene Caride. “Keeping open the enrollment window for those who are uninsured will give residents the chance to choose a plan now, instead of having to wait until next year to get covered. Especially during a public health emergency, this extension is crucial to protecting our residents’ health.”

Last year, Governor Murphy requested that the Trump Administration reopen the Affordable Care Act enrollment period in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, but the administration refused. This year, the Biden Administration announced that it would

reopen health insurance enrollment in states that are utilizing the federal marketplace through a Special Enrollment Period.

The state of New Jersey transitioned from using the federally-facilitated marketplace, healthcare.gov, to its own marketplace last year, GetCovered.NJ.gov.

The first Open Enrollment Period started November 1, 2020 and ended on January 31, 2021. Operating its own marketplace gives New Jersey more control over the health insurance market and the ability to better respond to the needs of the state, including setting its own Open Enrollment Period and establishing Special Enrollment Periods in response to the state’s needs.

New Jersey will extend the window for eligible uninsured residents to enroll in a health insurance plan through the marketplace or directly from carriers through a COVID-19

Special Enrollment Period through May 15, 2021.

The coverage effective dates will be as follows: • Enroll by February 28, coverage effective March 1; • Enroll by March 31, coverage effective April 1; • Enroll by April 30, coverage effective May 1; • Enroll by May 15, coverage effective June 1.

Residents shopping for health insurance through GetCovered.NJ.gov have access to a new state subsidy - called New Jersey Health Plan Savings - on top of premium tax credits and cost-sharing reductions available to lower the cost of their health insurance. Eight in 10 consumers purchasing coverage on Get Covered New Jersey qualify for assistance. An individual with an annual income up to of $51,040 and a family of four with an annual income of $104,800 (up to 400% of the Federal Poverty Level) will

qualify for savings. Because of the availability of state subsidies, the net premium for 2021 is the lowest since the implementation of Healthcare.gov and availability of federal tax credits for individuals receiving financial help. The currently average monthly net premium for those eligible for financial help is $121 a month, compared to $164 a month in 2020, and $148 a month in 2014.

A l l pl a n s a v a i l a bl e through Get Covered New Jersey meet the stringent standards of the Affordable Care Act and offer free preventive care, free telehealth du r i ng the COVID-19 public health emergency and for 90 days thereafter, and coverage for emergency services, mental health and substance use services, and more. All plans available through Get Covered New Jersey are also required to cover COVID-19 diagnos-

tic testing and COVID-19 vaccinations without outof-pocket costs.

After January 31st, New Jerseyans can make updates to health plans or enroll in a new health plan for other reasons, including birth or adoption of a child and pregnancy. More infor mation on Special Enrollment Periods will be available on GetCovered.

NJ.gov, where residents can also shop and compare plans and see if they qualify for fi nancial help.

The deadline for New Jersey’s COVID-19 Special En rollment Per iod aligns with the enrollment window opened by the federal government under the Biden Administration in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

To get free help choosing a plan from a trained, certified assister, go to Find Local Assistance on the Get Covered New Jersey website.

Local Group Addresses National Blood Donation Shortage MONOUTH COUNTY – The New Jersey Blood Services would like to announce that it is conducting blood drives in your area which are open to the public. Due to the coronavirus, they are experiencing low blood supplies. They urgently need people to make every effort to donate blood!

The following drives are scheduled in the near future: February 16: Lincroft Bible Church, 790 Newman Springs Road, Lincroft from 1 to 7 p.m.

February 16: Howell Donor Center, 4068 Route 9 South, Howell from 1:30 to 8:30 p.m.

February 17: Howell Donor Center, 4068 Route 9 South, Howell from 7:45 a.m. to 2:45 p.m.

February 18: Howell Donor Center, 4068 Route 9 South, Howell from 1:30 to 8:30 p.m.

February 22: North Centerville Volunteer Fire Co. #1, Hazlet from 1 to 7 p.m.

February 23: Howell Donor Center, 4068

Route 9 South, Howell from 1:30 to 8:30 p.m.

February 24: Howell Donor Center, 4068 Route 9 South, Howell from 7:45 a.m. to 2:45 p.m.

February 25: The Presbyterian Church at Shrewsbury, 352 Sycamore Ave, Shrewsbury from 1 to 7 p.m.

February 25: Howell Donor Center, 4068 Route 9 South, Howell from 1:30 to 8:30 p.m.

February 27: AOH/Knights of Columbus Middletown, 12 Route 36, Middletown from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Blood products have a short shelf life, from five to 42 days, so constant replenishment is necessary. Each day there are patients who depend on the transfusion of red blood cells, platelets and plasma to stay alive. But blood and blood products can’t be manufactured.

They can only come from volunteer blood donors who take an hour to attend a blood drive or visit a donor center.

To donate blood or for information on how to organize a blood drive, call Toll Free: 1-800-933-2566 or visit nybloodcenter.org

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Around The Jersey shore Howell Senior Center Makes Goodie Bags For Seniors

─Photo courtesy Howell Township HOWELL – The Howell Senior Center staff hopes that the winter themed bags sent out to their seniors this month was helpful to everyone. Items like tissues, lip balm, masks and hand sanitizers were included in the bags.

As always, they want to make sure their seniors

are getting what they need and know that they are thinking about them.

If you are or know of a senior in need of assistance in any way, do not hesitate to contact Howell Senior Services at 732-938-4500 ext. 2550 or email Melanie Decker at mdecker@twp.howell.nj.us

Emotional Supports In Place For Students With COVID

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – When a student is diagnosed with COVID-19, contact tracers will tell everyone they’ve been close to, in order to warn them, and to slow the spread to others.

The identity of the student is not made public in order to protect their privacy.

But this is 2020. News spreads. Kids find out who is sick. Even if the kids are learning from home, they are all connected on their remote devices. They are texting and group chatting. Soon, everyone knows.

This adds a new wrinkle for district leaders in trying to prevent bullies which might be literally adding insult to injury.

Districts throughout the area were contacted for this article about what emotional suppor ts are in place for students who have tested positive and might be targeted by their peers. All of them spoke of how this would fall under anti-bullying curriculum in general that is in place throughout the year.

Character education includes how to treat others and how to respond to and report bullying, district officials said.

They had not been made aware of any specific cases of bullying over COVID diagnoses.

“The one area that is stressed is confidentiality,” Manchester Superintendent David Trethaway said. “Students do not necessarily want others to know about the situation other than the nurse. The nurses are the main contact with the students. They share with students and families that if they have any issues that would be related to bullying or any other issues, they could contact guidance or

the nurses directly. That would be their option. The administration is also aware of any social media posts that may be detrimental to the student.”

Berkeley Township District Superintendent James Roselli said that the social and emotional health of the students are a big component of education. Staff have been cognizant of the issues that children have been having, and have been working to address them.

“We’ve been providing emotional support throughout the year, because there are kids having trouble with this in general,” he said.

“We make sure we are following all of our procedures to be consistent and safe,” Central Regional Superintendent Triantafillos Parlapanides said. “Guidance plays a part in the process in that they change the student to all virtual for the two weeks. Our students are very good in understanding” that if someone gets infected and has to quarantine that it is not a reason to treat them any differently.

Barnegat Superintendent Brian Latwis was interviewed for this article earlier in the season and only had one student test positive at that time. He said that emotional supports are in place for students but that has not been an issue the district had encountered.

In Toms River, there is a district-wide Youth Counseling Program in place thanks to an H. Hovnanian Foundation grant, spokesman Michael Kenny said.

This program is not specific to COVID but was in place before the coronavirus hit. Every student has access to it, so the emotional supports are in place.

Online Pet Licensing Available

HOWELL – The Howell Township Clerk’s Office, Public Service Division, is pleased to announce that beginning on December 28, residents are now able to license their

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dogs and cats online. This will apply to both new registrations and renewals. Details and instructions will be provided on the Howell Township website.

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PhoTo oF The WeeK

─Photo by KlickzBySri – klickzbysri.com The Jersey Shore is very picturesque. Here’s the “Timeless Pier” in Belmar.

Boys Winter Lacrosse Clinic Now Open For Registration HOWELL – The Howell PAL has opened registration for winter 2021 boy’s lacrosse sessions. The three sessions will be held on February 28, March 7 and 14.

Boys from grades K through 8 can register.

Full pads needed in order to play. Training will be provided by two varsity coaches and staff.

Space is limited, so register now by visiting howellpal.org.

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Dear Joel, I was recently hired to fill an administrative position vacated by a long-time, beloved employee. Since day one I have been told by my co-workers that I ‘have big shoes to fill.” Three months later and all I encounter is resistance to my way of doing things. How can I get my co-workers to stop comparing me to Ms. Big Shoes and cooperate?

Answer: Unfortunately, most people find change difficult and tend to resist, rather than accept it. Three months may seem like forever to you, but trust and respect take

time to earn.

You can’t stop the comparisons, but you can learn to ignore them. You were hired for your skill set, etc., so continue to be the professional that you are, and eventually your co-workers will come around.

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Continued From Page 1 At a recent meeting, the Monmouth County Board of Commissioners unanimously passed a resolution authorizing the purchase of the land to be used as part of the preserve. Commissioner Director Tom Arnone, Deputy Director Susan Kiley, Commissioner Lillian Burry, Commissioner Nick DiRocco and Commissioner Ross Licitra were in support of the preservation.

The County seeks to purchase the 6.72 acres of land, at 313 Friendship Road, Howell, from the United Talmudical Academy Torah Veyirah for the amount of $400,000. The resolution states that this amount has been accepted by the property owner, The Monmouth County Board of Recre-

Fundraiser:

Continued From Page 1 program led by teachers Sean Leahy and Alex Dohan to organize and hold the “Coins for Kids” fundraiser.

The “Coins for Kids” fundraiser involves the Peer Leaders to walk around the cafeteria at lunch time and collect spare change from staff and students. Freehold Township High School wrote how the buckets would fi ll up quickly with spare change.

After collecting change, Mr. Gualtieri and the Peer Leaders would then present the staff at CentraState Medical Center with a check, and the donated funds would go to the Pediatric Department at the hospital.

However, this year the fundraiser could not be held at the high school, since there’s

ation Commissioners consider the transaction “necessary and advisable to acquire and preserve certain lands and property for county open space preservation, natural resources conservation, and public park and recreation purposes” in Howell, according to the resolution.

Roughly one year ago, the Monmouth County Board of Commissioners had authorized the purchase of a 19.76-acre land in Howell for an addition to the Metedeconk River Greenway. This land, which was on Alexander Avenue, was also owned by the United Talmudical Academy Torah Veyirah.

The Monmouth County Open Space, Recreation, Floodplain Protection, Farmland and Historic Preservation Trust Fund will cover the funds for the purchase of the property. no daily lunch period due to COVID-19.

The group faced this challenge head on and figured out a different way to collect money for the fundraiser.

The group decided to sell face masks that displayed a “FT”, the school’s logo design. They were able to sell the masks safely throughout the community.

“This year we raised $2,896, which is a record collection for us. It is that much more impressive considering we could not do what we traditionally do, which is collect coins during lunch,” Mr. Gualtieri said.

As a result, the donations collected this year will be used to create a mural for the Pediatric Center. Freehold Township High School said, “an elaborate ‘child-friendly’ mural will be built in the area of the Pediatric Center where children are received for admission.”

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Around The Jersey shore Community Foundation of South Jersey Supports Operation Warm-Up Jersey Shore HADDONFIELD – Operation Warm Up South Jersey set a goal of distributing 3,200 free new winter coats to children in Monmouth and Ocean Counties. Thanks in part to a $5,000 grant from the Community Foundation of South Jersey (CFSJ) COVID-19 Response Fund, along with other funding partners, children in need will be able to stay warm during the cold winter months. The coat giveaway was organized by the national non-profit Operation Warm, in conjunction with the Fulfill New Jersey food bank and Better Education for Kids, Inc. The coats and family meal kits were distributed via socially-distant drive-thru events during the month of November.

The South Jersey COVID-19 Response Fund was launched in March. It is currently the only private campaign focused solely on the eight-county Southern New Jersey region. It was established to provide flexible grant dollars to nonprofits helping South Jersey neighbors affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. To date, $693,500 has been awarded from the Response Fund to 99 organizations serving Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester, Ocean, and Salem Counties.

“During an extraordinary crisis like the one we are facing, it is critical that communities unite, nonprofits develop creative partnerships, and neighbors care for each

CASA Brings Smiles To Children In Foster Care, And New Hope For 2021

COLTS NECK – Cour t Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) for Children of Monmouth brought joy to nearly 200 children in foster care this past holiday season. Th rough the CASA of Mon mout h a n nu al hol id ay w ish list, foster children served by CASA advocates received gifts to celebrate the holidays.

Eve r y yea r, CASA of Mon mout h looks to fulfill the wish lists from the children in the child welfare system served by the program. This effort is done through the generosity of CASA vol u n t e e r s , c o m m u n i t y m e m b e r s , CASA staff, CASA Executive Board, and local business sponsors.

“During the holiday season, we ask our volunteers to gather a wish list of about three to four items for the child t hey a re work i ng w it h,” said Ly n n Goelz, Director of Program Services.

“I post all the wishes onto a signup, which is shared th rough ou r social media. This year, almost all the gifts were accounted for by generous donors within 24 hours! Seeing how quickly people are to give is simply magical.

I wish the donors could see the joy and smiles, sometimes even tears, that these gifts bring to the children during the holidays.”

Court Appointed Special Advocates, CASAs, are highly trained volunteers from our community who work with children in the child welfare system who have been removed f rom their homes due to abuse or neglect. CASAs are assigned to the foster children by a family court judge to “be their voice” in court to ensure the children’s needs are being met and to work towards a

per manent, safe home. CASAs meet w it h t he k id s mont h ly or mor e t o check on thei r well-being and pro vide reports to the court. CASA has remained fully operational to ensure these children do not fall through the cracks of the child welfare system.

CASA has been diligent in their efforts to keep children connected and safe throughout the pandemic.

These advocates are a constant source of support for the children they work with. With the pandemic disr upting the lives of so many, CASA provides a dedicated adult presence to those who are most vulnerable. Children rescued f r om h a r d sh ip of t e n fa c e mor e a s they bounce through an overburdened system, ra rely receivi ng u ndivided attention. The emotional toll of being separated from your home and family has a severe impact on these children, especially du r i ng a pa ndem ic. T he inf luence of the volunteers cannot be understated – CASA volunteers can i mprove ch i ld re n’s wel l-bei ng a nd help them reach a per manent home.

The ultimate goal is always reunification with family if it is safe - or other caring relatives or foster parents ready to adopt.

The need for these heroic volunteers remains great. CASA for Children of Monmouth is holding an information session on Febr uar y 1 for new dedicated community members to advocate for children in foster care and become a voice for a child. For more information on volunteering or sponsoring a wish list in the future, call the off ices at 732- 460-9100 or visit casaofmonmouth.org.

other,” said CFSJ Executive Director Andy Fraizer. “For more than two decades, Operation Warm has been providing warmth, confidence, and hope to children in need through the gift of a new winter coat made just for them. We are proud to join with six other philanthropic organizations that have come together to help children in South

Jersey during these difficult times.”

The needs of local nonprofit organizations remain significant during this ongoing public health and economic crisis. For more information on how individuals or organizations can make a donation, funding priorities, and how to apply for a grant, please visit southjerseyresponsefund.org.

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Around The Jersey shore Monmouth County Clerk’s Office Announces Julia Telonidis As New County Archivist

MANALAPAN – The Monmouth County Clerk’s Office is pleased to announce that Julia Telonidis of Ocean Township has joined the Monmouth County Clerk’s Office as the County’s new Archivist. Ms. Telonidis replaces long-time County Archivist Gary D. Saretzky who retired in October of 2019.

Telonidis has more than 20 years of archival and management experience, most recently at the Moore and Talbott Libraries of Rider University in Lawrenceville, NJ where she served as Archives Specialist. In this capacity, she curated many archival ex-

hibitions and processed numerous archival collections. She is also highly experienced with the digitization of archival collections.

Prior to that, Telonidis was Acting Library Director and Curator of Manuscripts at The New Jersey Historical Society and has worked at the United Nations Archives and the Newark Public Library doing consulting and archival processing work. She has also served as Senior Librarian at the New York Public Library, working on a large-scale digitization project.

“Julia brings a wealth of knowledge and two-decades of experience in archival

February Blood Drives Announced In Monmouth County

MONMOUTH COUNTY – New Jersey Blood Services would like to announce that it is conducting blood drives in Monmouth County which are open to the public. The following drives are scheduled in the near future: February 7: Congregation B’nai Israel, 171 Ridge Road, Rumson from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

February 9: Howell Donor Center, 4068 Route 9 South, Howell from 1:30 to 8:30 p.m.

February 10: Howell Donor Center, 4068 Route 9 South, Howell from 7:45 a.m. to 2:45 p.m.

February 11: Howell Donor Center, 4068 Route 9 South, Howell from 1:30 to 8:30 p.m.

February 12: St. Robert Bellarmine Church, 61 Georgia Road, Freehold from 1 to 7 p.m.

February 15: Freehold Raceway Mall, Freehold from 1 to 7 p.m.

Blood products have a short shelf life, from five to 42 days, so constant replenishment is necessary. Each day there are patients who depend on the transfusion of red blood cells, platelets and plasma to stay alive. But blood and blood products can’t be manufactured.

They can only come from volunteer blood donors who take an hour to attend a blood drive or visit a donor center.

To donate blood or for information on how to organize a blood drive, call 1-800-9332566 or visit nybloodcenter.org

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science to the Monmouth County Archives Division,” said Monmouth County Clerk Christine Giordano Hanlon. “Julia is well-prepared to serve as County Archivist and I am thrilled to welcome her to the Monmouth County Clerk’s Office.”

“I am excited to join the Monmouth County Clerk’s Office and to help lead the way in preserving and promoting Monmouth County’s special and significant history,” said Julia Telonidis, County Archivist. “I have a deep passion for local history and I look forward to further engaging the public with the many collections housed in the Archives Division.”

Telonidis received her BA Degree in English and History from Rutgers University, an MA in History from the University at Albany, and an MLS from the School of Communication, Information and Library Science at Rutgers University.

For more information about the Monmouth County Archives, please visit MonmouthCountyClerk.com/Archives or call 732308-3771.

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The Howell Alliance To Host Youth Mental Health First Aid Certification Training

By Alyssa Riccardi HOWELL – The Howell Alliance for substance abuse prevention and mental health awareness will be hosting a Youth Mental Health First Aid certification training on February 27 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Howell Township Mu n icipal Bu i ld i ng, 4567 Rout e 9 North, 2nd f loor.

This six-hour training will provide individuals the tools to identify when youth might be struggling with a mental health or substance use problem and to connect them with appropriate support and resources when necessary.

If i n-per son t r ai n i ng w ill not be permitted per state or local gathering regulations, a virtual training platform will be scheduled in replacement for the same date and time.

“Although 1 in 5 Americans has a mental illness, people of all ages are reluctant to seek help due to fear of stigmas or might not know where to turn for care. Unlike physical conditions, symptoms of mental health and substance use problems can be difficult to detect. For friends and family members, it can be hard to know when and how to step in. As a result, those in need of mental health services often do not get them until it is too late,” the Howell Alliance states.

Mental Health First Aid will allow individuals to confidently interact with a person experiencing a mental health crisis. Participants will learn a 5-step action plan that guides them through

the process of reaching out and offering appropriate support.

“T h roug h t h is prog ra m, we hope to take the fear and hesitation out of star ting conversations about mental health and substance use problems,” says Chuck Ingoglia, president and CEO of the National Council for Behavioral Health, which helped br i ng Ment al Health First Aid to the U.S. in 2008.

“When more people are equipped with the tools, they need to start a dialogue, more people can get the help they may need.”

More than 1 million people are certified Mental Health First Aiders, and that number is growing every day.

To r eg i s t e r for t he Howel l-A l l ia n c e h o s t e d Yo u t h Me nt a l He a lt h Fi rst A id t rai n i ng on Febr u a r y 27, visit Eventbrite at eventbrite.com/e/ youth-mental-health-f irst-aid-certif icate-training-virtual-if-necessary-tickets-138155868923.

Participants must wear face coverings and bring their own food and drinks for the day, as well as be ready for virtual training as an alternative training option that day.

For event information, contact Christa Riddle, Alliance coordinator at criddle@twp.howell.nj.us or 732-938-4500 ext. 4012.

For more information on Mental Health or Youth Mental Health First Aid trainings, contact Marni Elson-Victor, certified Mental Health First Aid trainer, at melsonvictor@yahoo.com.

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

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all, the symptoms that go with it, especially suppressed immune function, and more frequent colds, fever blisters, rashes and UTIs. Some doctors prescribe both medications to a patient, meaning both T4 drugs and T3, but getting the right dose is tough on doctors (and patients) because it’s like trying to hit a moving target.

Generally speaking, because the cytokines will be imbalanced in a person with autoimmunity, the recovery time from an infection could be lengthened. There are vitamins that can keep your immune system in tip-top shape during the season. And also, I’m passionate about herbal medicine. One reason that herbs work well and have strong anti-viral, anti-bacterial and anti-parasitic effect is because they have a wide spectrum of medicinally active constituents.

This means they have a wide range of beneficial impacts in the body aside from their “kill” action.

I want each of you to be very thoughtful while reading this and remember to never suddenly go off your medication because of something you read. Going off a medication can be problematic for two main reasons: 1. It leaves your condition less controlled, and your symptoms will flare-up and that’s bad for your health.

2. Some medications will induce serious and sometimes life-threatening symptoms of withdrawal unless they are slowly weaned over months, with physician supervision. If you’d like to receive my newest eBook on immunity, download it now at www.store. suzycohen.com/strengthen-immune.

Having an autoimmune condition, or a thyroid condition can make you more susceptible to COVID-19 complications. Think of autoimmune conditions in the same manner you would other immunosuppressive disorders (i.e., cancer, organ transplantation, history of radiation treatment or chemotherapy). As it pertains to Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, Graves’ disease or hypothyroidism you need to be extra vigilant while you’re out in public because your immunity is compromised.

The right dose of thyroid medication, and the right kind are critical because you may not be getting enough active thyroid hormone (T3) to your immune system which resides primarily in the intestines. While your body struggles to make do with whatever hormone is available in your body, you may experience symptoms such as poor concentration, chronic fatigue, hair loss, apathy, sensations of being cold, depression and/or anxiety.

If you have autoimmune thyroid disease, or hypothyroidism, your immune system may not be able to protect you from foreign “antigens” or invaders. These include new cancer cells, microorganisms, toxins and even simplistic signals that your body should “see” and don’t due to low thyroid.

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Around The Jersey shore Attention Howell Parents Of Preschool Age Children

HOWELL - The Howell Township Public School District is pleased to announce the seventeenth year of its integrated preschool program beginning September 2021.

The program will serve three (3) and four (4) year old children; classes will be balanced based on age. Morning and after noon sessions will be held f ive days per week. Preschool students with disabilities and typically developing preschoolers will come together in an inclusive classroom where language, academic and social skills will be developed in a nurturing environment.

Enrollment is open to typical preschool students who will be selected via a lottery process. Tuition for the program will be $3,200 for the 2021-2022 school year.

Pa rents may choose to ma ke one payment for the entire cost or pay the tuition as per a specified fee schedule.

Transportation may be available for a fee; otherwise parents will be responsible for transporting their child/children to and from the program.

The lottery drawing will be held virtually on Friday, May 7, 2021 at 2 P.M. Parents do not have to be present for the lottery drawing, but they are welcome to attend.

A link will be emailed to all applicants who submit an application by April 30, 2021. Parents of students chosen will be notified by mail. To qualify, a child must be three (3) years old on or before October 1, 2021.

Applications for the prog ram are available at the Howell Township Public Schools’ Administrative Office at 4567 Route 9 North, 1st Floor, Suite D, Howell. They will also be available in each Howell School’s main office and on our website, howell.k12.nj.us.

Applications must be mailed to the Howell Township Public Schools’ Administrative Office, Post Office Box 579, Howell, NJ 07731, Attention: Amy Kazanjian, no later than Friday, April 30, 2021. For additional information, please contact Mrs. Jennifer Amato, Vice Principal of Land O’ Pines School, at 732-751-2480, Ext. 3808.

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Donation Drive For Local Homeless Supported By Howell PAL

HOWELL – Students and their families are gathering donations for a group of homeless people in and around Howell to help them get through the cold winter months during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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or gift cards for stores like Walmart, Wawa, Target or ShopR ite to: Ellie Bennett, 21 Addison Road, Howell, NJ 07731. They will be distributed to the homeless with the help of Howell PAL. You can also make monetary donations through Venmo for Wawa or ShopRite gift cards for food or additional supplies using @Sheri-Reavis Venmo ID. Any questions, text or call Ellie Bennett at 732-267-0227.

Congressman Halts Twitter Account

By Chris Lundy WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Chris Smith (R-4th) announced on January 18 that he has halted his Twitter account over “security concerns and to help the district and nation move toward unity during this difficult time.”

The congressman didn’t elaborate on what the security concerns were.

“Divisive and hate-filled tweets have become far too frequent and impede the healing so needed today,” read a release from his office.

The office will continue to use Instagram, its website, and of course phone calls and emails to communicate with “thousands of constituents freely expressing their opinions.”

Crisis Hotline Volunteers Needed

JERSEY SHORE – Crisis Hotline volunteers needed for CONTACT of Ocean and Monmouth Counties’ training beginning March 17, once a week for 12 weeks from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Training will be held virtually. CONTACT is a 24-hour crisis intervention hotline that

also provides information & referral to community resources. All calls are free, confidential and anonymous. Training is free.

Become a voice to those in distress. Make a difference in your community! For additional information and registration, call 732-240-6104.

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What Phase Are You In For The COVID-19 Vaccine?

By Chris Lundy NEW JERSEY – Once word spread about a vaccine being made available at the end of 2020, there was a collective sigh of relief.

But it came with a challenge. How do you vaccinate millions of people?

Health officials broke down the populace into phases based on how likely they are to come into contact with the virus, how severe the virus is to that particular group, and how necessary an occupation is to society.

This is why health workers and those who live in long-term care like nursing homes were in the first phase.

This was coined Phase 1A. It includes paid and unpaid health care workers. For example, doctors, custodial workers, and volunteers who work at a hospital would be in this group. It is described as those with “potential for direct or indirect exposure to patients or infectious materials as well as residents and staff of long-term congregate settings.”

These began on December 15. Those living and working at more than 500 long-term care facilities and homes for veterans were scheduled for vaccinations through the beginning of February.

As of January 7, the state also allowed police officers and firefighters to sign up for vaccinations.

Gov. Phil Murphy announced on social media that residents ages 65 and older will be able to register to get the COVID-19 vaccine starting January 14. Additionally, anyone between the ages of 16-64 can sign up as long as they meet the medical conditions defined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

These groups were originally Phase 1B, but the vaccination schedule was opened to them as well.

The rest of Phase 1B includes frontline essential workers (educators, food and agriculture, manufacturing, corrections officers, post office, public transit, grocery

store).

Phase 1C includes other essential workers (transportation and logistics, food service, construction, fi nance, IT and communication, energy, media, legal, engineers, water and wastewater). This phase has yet to be finalized. It will be informed by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) “Essential Critical Infrastructure Workforce” advisory list, ACIP recommendations, and recommendations of the NJDOH COVID-19 Professional Advisory Committee.

After this is the general public. They are all in Phase 2.

The State Department of Health’s goal is to vaccinate 70 percent of the adult population within six months. This amounts to 4.7 million people.

New Jersey received 400,000 vaccines in December. Of those, about 120,000 were reserved for long-term care facilities while

280,000 were provided to hospitals and community sites.

The state has not publicized a solid timeline for how they will cycle through the phases. A number of things could happen which could change any timeline, such as availability of the vaccine.

Since there are 650,000 people eligible for Phase 1A, it could be some time before Phase 1B starts.

The vaccines have not been made available for the those younger than 16 yet. Testing is underway on younger age groups.

How To Register In order to get the vaccine, some local facilities have their own registration system.

You’ll have to contact them or read their websites to learn more.

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Artists Needed For Art Of The Earth

LINCROFT – Calling all artists! The Monmouth County Park System is seeking entries into its upcoming Of the Earth Exhibit.

Held from March 5 to April 24 at the Gallery in the Thompson Park Creative Arts Center in Lincroft, this exhibit will feature works inspired by the themes of earth and nature. This can include art created from the elements of the earth, such as natural found assemblage to works of clay; or a more traditional art approach, such as landscape painting or botanical drawing. Anything that fuses the worlds of nature and art is eligible. Local artist Melissa Bronwen Pyle is the guest judge.

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Township To Collect Sunshine Cards For Seniors

FREEHOLD – Social distancing restrictions from COVID are increasing loneliness for many older adults. To help brighten their day and to let them know they are not forgotten, Freehold Township will once again be collecting homemade cards, letters, pictures or any creation THEY can fit in an 8” x 11” envelope.

Items can be dropped off in the Sunshine Card Drop Box located outside of Freehold Township Town Hall, 1 Municipal Plaza on the corner of Schanck and Stillwells Corner Roads.

For the youth that need volunteer hours, each item dropped off will be given 15 minutes of volunteer time. Those wanting volunteer hours, must include the volunteer form with the pieces you drop off in the drop box. The volunteer form can be found at twp.freehold.nj.us. A supervisor will confirm the items and sign off on the appropriate hours and email it back to the volunteer.

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Howell EMS In Need Of EMTs

the State of NJ. • Be able to work shift work including days, nights, weekends and holidays.

• Candidates will be required to work at least four (4) days per month.

• The right candidate will be a highly motivated, well organized, professional who embraces new challenges. The candidate must able to work well within

a team environment • The candidate should exhibit excellent oral and written communication skills.

What we offer: • Competitive salaries based on experience, education and certification level.

• Free refresher and continuing education courses.

• Educational and occupational advancement opportunities.

Applications can be picked up any day at Howell Police Headquarters located at 300 Old Tavern Rd in Howell Township or at the EMS Annex located at 51 Windeler Rd. For more information, call 732-9384575 ext. 2850.

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Around The Jersey Shore Freehold Area Health Department Extends Pet License Renewal

FREEHOLD – The Freehold Area Health Department has extended pet license renewal until March 31.

Licensing Your Pet Has Several Benefits: It ensures that animals receive vaccinations against diseases such as rabies, which is potentially fatal to humans and other animals.

It tells animal control officers that a dog or cat has an owner, helping to reunite the pet with his family.

All dogs owned by Freehold Township residents must be licensed by the Health Department. The licensing fee is $11 per year for each spayed/neutered dog and $14 per year for each non-spayed /non-neutered dog. A three-year license is also available for $33 for each spayed/neutered dog and $42 for each non-spayed/non-neutered dog. Proof of current rabies vaccination is required and must not expire before October 31 of the licensing year (or final year of 3-year license).

To pay the lower licensing fees, proof of spay/neuter is required. Licenses are valid for the calendar year from January to

December. To license your dog, you must complete an application, provide proof of rabies inoculation, proof of spaying or neutering, and pay the appropriate fees.

Application can be found at twp.freehold. nj.us/dog-licensing. You may license by mail or in person at the Health Department during business hours. If your dog is already licensed, you should receive a notice of renewal in late December of the expiration year. The license can be renewed by mail by noting any necessary changes on the renewal form (i.e. address change etc.) and enclosing the proper fee payable by check or money order. Dogs that are registered after January 31 are subject to a $5 late registration fee.

Kennels and pet shops require a license and are inspected at least once a year.

If you have a question or complaint about a pet shop or kennel, call the Health Department at 732-294-2060. For more information on obtaining or renewing you pets license, visit twp.freehold.nj.us/ dog-licensing.

A SCALED-DOWN BREAKFAST CASSEROLE THAT’S PERFECT FOR VALENTINE’S DAY

By America’s Test Kitchen

Valentine’s Day is on a Sunday this year, which is a great excuse to plan a cozy breakfast.

A breakfast casserole might be something you think of for serving a crowd, but with our scaled-down version, it’s the perfect breakfast for two.

One of the best things about making a breakfast casserole for a crowd is that you can make it in advance. But we were willing to do a little hands-on work in the morning as long as it wasn’t too much. (After all, cooking together is a great way to spend time together on Valentine’s Day!) To keep the work and time to a minimum, we kept a tight ingredient list and sped up the cooking process by starting the casserole in a skillet before finishing it in a hot oven.

To make up for the flavor that a breakfast casserole develops overnight and to add some crunchy texture to the custard, we frontloaded it with bacon, cheese and scallions and toasted half the bread in some reserved bacon fat left over from frying our bacon. We also used cream to add richness.

The result? A delicious, supremely satisfying contrast of custardy, savory interior and crisp, toasty top that goes from prep to table in less than 45 minutes and makes the perfect Valentine’s Day breakfast.

BREAKFAST CASSEROLE FOR TWO Serves 4

3 slices bacon, chopped 2 slices hearty white sandwich bread, cut into 1/2-inch pieces 6 tablespoons heavy cream 4 large eggs 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 2 scallions, sliced thin 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese 1. Adjust the oven rack to the upper-middle position and heat the oven to 475 degrees.

Cook bacon in an 8-inch nonstick, oven-safe skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 8 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate. Pour off all but 1 tablespoon of fat from the pan.

2. Add half of the bread to the skillet and cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes.

Transfer to a medium bowl and toss with untoasted bread.

3. Whisk cream, eggs, salt, and pepper in another medium bowl until smooth. Stir in bacon, scallions and cheddar. Add egg mixture to the now-empty skillet and cook over medium heat, using a spatula to scrape the bottom of the pan, until eggs are just beginning to set, about 1 minute.

Fold in the bread and lightly pat the mixture into an even thickness. Bake until puffed and golden brown, 7 to 9 minutes. Serve.

Recipe notes: You can substitute an equal amount of shredded Swiss, Gouda or pepper jack cheese for the cheddar.

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