2021-05-15 - The Jackson Times

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By Bob Vosseller OCEAN COUNTY –Patrick Asay and Andrew Anderson have a great appreciation for Ocean County history. The pair recently received the Special Award for Merit from the Ocean County Cultural & Heritage Com-

─Photo by Bob Vosseller Jackson Parke South may have received its latest approval but it remains a point of debate and discussion among area residents. Reed and Prospertown Roads lead to the construction site for the project which will add multi-sized housing units to the township

By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – Residents questioned affordable housing, legal issues, and other aspects of the Jackson Parke South development that was recently approved by the Township Planning Board.

During the public comment period of a recent Township Council meeting, resident Jeff Nemeth asked whether it was proper for resi-

dents present to testify during meetings of the Township Planning Board as to whether they were members of Citizens United to Protect our Neighborhoods (CUPON) - Jackson/ Manchester.

CUPON hired a lawyer to fight the application’s passage. The attorney representing Jackson Parke South said as group members would have their views

represented by CUPON’s attorney so only non-members should have a voice in commenting on the issues of that application.

“If you have to ask our residents if they are part of groups, I think that is something you guys should squash concerning their possible membership right on the spot,” Nemeth said. “Why can’t you say ‘no that’s not prop-

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mission.

Their award recognized the work they have done in creating the Facebook group Ocean County Memories est. 1850! As part of the award, Anderson of Beachwood and Asay of Toms River sat down with several

Lacey Township High School students who created a short documentary called “Ocean County Memories, a Com mu n it y Scr ap book” in tribute to the group and its administrators.

The online question and answer session held

earlier this month can be found in its entirety at youtube.com/wltstv.

The documentary was hosted and directed by student Ellie Reid.

Anderson and Asay are the administ rators of the Facebook page which has more than 24,000 members

er?’”

When told that the developer’s attorney had the right to ask if they were CUPON members as it was an issue of questioning any bias in the case, Nemeth replied, “that doesn’t mean we have to accommodate him.”

Nemeth said, “I’ve b e e n wat ch i ng t he Jackson Parke site for 10 years and I never (Parke - See Page 4)

at present. “I thin k they have done such a wonderful job for us.

They showed us the past …and you see it (Ocean County) as it grew from its infancy basically,” said Robert Popovics who received the Commission’s 2020 (History - See Page 24)

May 15, 2021

Jackson Adopts School Budget

By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – In a seven to two vote, the Township School Board voted to adopt its $150.6 million budget to fund the school district’s operation for the next academic year.

The 2021-22 spending plan, which was introduced on March 17, will be supported in part by a tax levy of $97.5 million that will be collected from the township’s residential and commercial property owners.

The average home in Jackson is assessed at $329,181 and the owner of that home will now pay about $4,640 in school taxes.

Administrators said the 2021-22 school year will result in budget cuts in all departments and the elimination of all capital improvement projects, with the exception of an energy savings program.

The school district’s total budget decreased by $2 million in the last two years but the local tax levy has risen by $1.71 million.

The current year’s school tax rate is $1.39 (Budget - See Page 8)

5K Raises Money For Just Believe

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – A 5K is just over three miles. 16,000 feet. It’s a long distance, and the money raised can go a long way.

The 5K was held at Winding River Park and run by Recalibrate, an organization that delivers “social connection for disconnected veterans and first responders” by using wellness activities such as fitness, surfing, yoga, and peer recovery meetings. “We are a group of veterans who are banding together to spur one another on to lives of betterment and purpose. We are experienced, credible, and available for one another,” the group’s website stated.

The event raised $5,000 and awareness for Recalibrate and for Just Believe, which takes care of the homeless in the area.

“Together, we raised awareness for the cause and have raised over $5,000 in just under a month. The support from the community and our community leaders in attendance instills confidence that the mission of establishing (Believe - See Page 6)

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Parke:

Continued From Page 1 saw anything like that. You have a lawyer asking our people from our township if they are associated with a group and requesting to have people’s e-mails and phone numbers. It was basically intimidation and for our attorney not to speak on their behalf, I mean who has the right to ask our people who they are associated with?”

Township Attorney Gregory McGuckin explained that during an application cross examination “you have an applicant’s attorney or any attorney to ask questions and if the Board has to allow questions like in a trial that is relevant to the proceedings.

And that is relevant. That is why they were allowed to ask that question.

“I agree it is difficult and hard for people to appreciate but as an attorney that is what it is they are entitled to ask those questions,” McGuckin added. “If we tried to stop them the Board would be in trouble and that would lead to more fees for the township.”

“I think it is a slick move and I don’t like it. I think it should have been nipped in the bud that is just me speaking,” Nemeth

responded.

The resident asked Mayor Michael Reina about the affordable housing law. Towns, by state law, have to provide housing for people of low-to-moderate income. “I just wonder how one decides in our township which are the particular projects that are deemed under that affordable housing?

“As we know Jackson Parke was under a very questionable environmental locations and somewhere four or five years ago this was something agreed upon when the new land owners took this and our very own township okayed this and signed that parcel of land to the affordable housing deal,” Nemeth added. “We saw the Planning Board shoot it down and we saw (former Committeeman) Ken Bressi when he was here, throw a big tantrum but wasn’t he one of the people who signed up for that?”

Council President Andrew Kern said in regards to Nemeth’s question about how the selection of property for the affordable housing agreements were concerned, “at that time - the court order that we were under - we needed to show to the court where we are going to be able to provide affordable housing and a certain percentage. That original development that was proposed had included a fair share (housing) portion. That is why it was included at that time going back a number of years.”

Nemeth asked what the benefit was for Jackson to write in that particular parcel into affordable housing “on wetlands? In a swamp? We had our own people do it and from what I’ve heard we could have vetoed it but it was allowed.”

Kern said he’d done his research in response to Nemeth who said he wanted to hear the answer from Mayor Reina who had spoken to recently about the issue. “That parcel was approved many years ago for a project, so that is the project and that is the affordable housing part of it that was put in there.”

Kern clarified “it had nothing to do with the Jackson Parke South. Adding those affordable units for that parcel to our mandated allotment that we needed to fill, does not mean that they can build whatever they want. The actual project - whether it is just the affordable housing component or all the houses or the whole project as a whole - that is what goes before the planning board and at that point it is either approved or not approved.”

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able to understand what another veteran is going through.

transitional housing for homeless in Ocean County will be successful,” Just Believe Executive Director Paul Hulse said.

Davies Adepoju, an employee from the Toms River Clerk’s office, took first place with a time of 20:26 which is a pace of 6:35 a mile, Toms River Township reported.

Toms River council members took part in the race and local elected officials showed their support.

Recalibrate held the event in honor of Marine Cpl. Rory Hamill. In 2019, Hamill spoke at the Toms River library, urging veterans to get the help they need. He shared his journey, a local kid in an abusive home who had a lot of hardships early on. He joined the military when he was 17.

“I was way over my head and didn’t realize what I was getting myself into,” he said.

In 2011, he was in Afghanistan. Another officer was nervous about sweeping for mines, so Hamill did it instead. He lost his leg to an IED. The Marine was hospitalized and discharged after a year and half, then came back to New Jersey. “I was extremely lost.

My weekends consisted of just going out and drinking to excess. I had no drive or motivation. I was working a job but not really showing up. A lot of problems from my childhood started to surface as well combined with the trauma of combat.”

He got psychological help in 2015 and worked with the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office helping other veterans in need.

Last year, as the world shut down from the pandemic, he wrote on social media “My own personal hell has been reignited.” He committed suicide shortly thereafter. He was married and a father of three.

Groups like Recalibrate work to fight the isolation that veterans feel since they are

Upcoming Events Just Believe or Recalibrate are hosting the following events: Just Believe Craft Fair: May 22 at 9 a.m. at 250 Riverwood Dr. in Toms River. There will be many great crafts, a 50/50 and food and beverages for sale. All proceeds to benefit the building fund.

Just Believe Golf Outing: August 9 at the Trump National Golf Club in Colts Neck. Registration and lunch will be from 11 to 12:30 p.m. Shotgun start at 1 p.m.

The cocktail reception and silent auction will begin at 6 p.m. If you’re not a golfer, separate tickets can be purchased for the reception and auction. Anyone wishing to participate in the outing, or would like to purchase a sponsorship should contact Theresa Mondella at 732-904-0257.

Recalibrate Workout: On the 3rd Sunday of every month, at 10:30 a.m. at Apache Crossfit in Toms River. Veterans are welcome to participate in team-based workouts that are scalable to anyone’s age or capability.

Recalibrate Meet-up: “Each month we gather to make each other better. We share, we encourage, we prop one another up during weakness.” Meets every 3rd Wednesday of the month, 6:30 p.m. at Ocean Mental Health, Toms River.

Recalibrate Yoga: Free monthly sessions at Pure Toms River Yoga studio, Toms River. “Veterans are allowed to bring one guest; a friend or a family member, anyone in your life you’d like to share with.”

Recalibrate Mental Support: “Need someone to talk to? We have clinicians ready and standing by that want to come alongside you. We understand.”

For more information, visit JustBelieveInc. org and RecalibrateUSA.org.

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Davies Adepoju, an employee from the Toms River Clerk’s office, took first place with a time of 20:26.

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Spotlight On Government Correspondence & Commentary From Your Local, County, State & Federal Officials

TRENTON - At a hearing of the Senate Budget & Appropriations Committee with Lt. Governor Sheila Oliver, Senator Sam Thompson (R-12th) sought to address the abuse of federal CARES Act relief funds entrusted to the Department of Community Affairs (DCA).

Due to the constraints of the committee, he was unable to complete his questioning of the Lt. Governor.

Included below are Sen. Thompson’s full comments and questions as prepared for the hearing: Some of the $2.4 billion CARES Act block grant received by Treasury was made available to support small businesses and nonprofits reeling from COVID 19 shut-downs and restrictions. The bulk of this support was channeled through the Economic Development Authority. Though grossly underfunded by the Governor, EDA’s programs treated all small businesses and nonprofits throughout the State with the same set of rules and didn’t play favorites.

However, some of the money was channeled through the Department of Community Affairs. I have serious

Thompson: Community Affairs Department Handpicked Who Got CARES Aid

concerns that DCA’s funding for small businesses and nonprofits – unlike at EDA – was politically manipulated and mismanaged. I want to ask you some questions about these programs.

But first, I do want to take a few minutes and put this issue into perspective for my colleagues and the public.

My colleagues and I – from both sides of the aisle – have repeatedly called for substantial CARES funds to be made available by this Governor to small businesses and nonprofits. We have sponsored bills that were vetoed by the Governor.

We currently have a bill sponsored by the Senate President, Minority Leader, all of my colleagues on this side of the aisle, and others that appropriates an additional $300 million for this purpose – but the Governor won’t support it and the bill isn’t moving.

I do have to say that although EDA’s programs were grossly underfunded by the Governor and failed to stop record business bankruptcies and closures, our staff’s review of those programs found that EDA was even-handed and did a fair

job managing the programs under difficult circumstances. They were open to everyone equally. Administrative costs were not unreasonable.

And EDA took reasonable steps to prevent fraud and abuse.

But that’s in stark contrast to what our staff found in their review of three business support programs that were run through DCA. The three programs run by DCA sounded great. Each had a similar mission of primarily providing support to organizations that promoted area Main Street businesses.

Staff reviewed the three programs in depth. They reviewed program rules, applications, award amounts, and actual contracts. Unlike their review of EDA programs, what they found was disturbing on two levels.

First, it appears DCA inappropriately manipulated the programs on the front end by using application criteria that effectively “prepicked” a couple of dozen winners while excluded more than 500 municipalities’ Main Street areas from even applying for help.

Second, an unusual amount of grant funding seems

to have been the subject of fraud and abuse. It was squandered – potentially in violation of the CARES Act itself.

One of DCA’s three programs was “Main Street New Jersey COVID-19 Relief Grants.” It was initially funded with $1.6 million of CARES funds and it was put off limits to any organizations except those narrowly defined as “District Management Organizations” previously approved

by DCA. This meant only a couple dozen favored local governments or nonprofits supported by special taxing districts could even apply for the grants. Not one dollar of these grants went to any organization in the four districts represented by the Republicans on this committee The second of the three programs was the “Neighborhood Preservation Program COVID-19 Relief Grants.” By design, the program excluded more than 500 municipalities that didn’t have a “Neighborhood Preservation Program Implementation Plan” already approved by DCA. I’ll note that several recipi-

ents of this funding were in pretty well-off communities – like Red Bank’s waterfront area and Westfield’s Main Street (one of only two grants that went to a Republican district, though it went to a Democrat-run town.)

So, the notion this funding was targeted to poor areas is nonsense. Sounds to me like someone was playing politics with who could get help.

The third program was “Neighborhood Revitalization Tax Credit COVID-19 Relief Grants. By design, only predetermined nonprofits supporting businesses in 15 favored Main Street areas were even allowed to apply. Applicants were required to be nonprofits with approved DCA plans for an unrelated tax credit program. No one else could even apply. Nonprofits serving subsets of Atlantic City, Asbury Park, Bridgeton, Camden, Elizabeth, Jersey City, Millville, Newark, New Brunswick, Orange, Patterson, Perth Amboy, Phillipsburg, Salem, and Trenton were the lucky few.

Of the 12 organizations that received grants, I find it hard to believe that it was an

accident that only one fell in a Republican district – and they received only $98,000 of the more than $3.1 million for this program. That’s 3% of funding when my colleagues and I on this side of the aisle when we represent almost 40% of the State – or 4 million people.

No other applications were permitted from these three programs, even if they would have supported Main Streets and employers in poorer areas or businesses owned by minorities or women. More than 500 municipalities and hundreds of nonprofits that could have supported poorer neighborhoods or minority and women-owned businesses were prohibited from even applying. I wonder if it’s a coincidence that no other applications were permitted, even if they would support hundreds (if not thousands) of neighborhoods in poorer areas of the State or businesses owned by minorities or women. The small businesses and nonprofits we represent are disproportionately women and minority businesses too. They were excluded from help because of politics.

Menendez And Booker: United Airlines Criticized For Outsourcing While Cutting U.S. Jobs

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Bob Menendez and Cory Booker (both D-N.J.) called on the U.S. Treasury and United Airlines to stop United’s plan to outsource thousands of inflight catering jobs currently performed by workers based in Newark, Honolulu, Cleveland, Denver, and Houston.

In the letter to Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen, the lawmakers note that the Payroll Support Program (PSP) for the airline industry was extended under the American Rescue Plan and

was created to keep people employed during the pandemic, and that outsourcing jobs while paying top executives bonuses is inconsistent with congressional intent and unfair for the workers who have kept the airline industry afloat during this economic crisis.

“We believe it is inconsistent with Congress’ intent in creating the PSP program for airlines to outsource jobs while committing to bonuses for top executives once the PSP program restrictions on executive compensation

have expired. We respectfully ask you to require any new PSP agreement with United Airlines or any applicant require the airline to refrain from outsourcing jobs and to rescind or refrain from making any commitments to provide executive bonuses while airlines are receiving payments under the PSP,” the lawmakers wrote to Secretary Yellen.

In their letter to United Airlines, the lawmakers call for United not to outsource the over 2,500 catering jobs, explaining that Congress

helped the airline industry financially survive the pandemic, and airline workers should have job security while the economy recovers and the demand for travel increases. The letter notes that United Airlines has announced millions in dollars of bonuses for top executives due after the expiration of the limits imposed by the Payroll Support Program.

“Many of the United Airlines catering workers, who are overwhelmingly people of color, have served the airline for decades. We

are also concerned that United’s plans to outsource the catering jobs will jeopardize workers’ continued union representation. We are aware that United Airlines opposed the workers’ effort to join Unite Here in 2018, and that in spite of this opposition 72 percent of the catering workers voted in their election in favor of joining the union. Instead of working towards outsourcing jobs, United should use the time afforded by the Payroll Support Program to engage in good faith negoti-

ations with these employees and their union, who have been working without a contract for over two years and whose work has helped United survive during this challenging period,” the lawmakers wrote to United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby.

In addition to Sens. Menendez and Booker, the letter was signed by Sens. Mazie K. Hirono (D-Hawaii), Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii), Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio), R ichard Blu menthal (D-Conn.), and Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.).

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Budget:

Continued From Page 1 per $100 of assessed valuation.

The owner of a home assessed at $250,000 paid around $3,475 in school taxes while the owner of a home assessed at $325,000 paid about $4,520. Those who owned a home assessed at $400,000 paid approximately $5,560.

Jackson’s school tax rate was projected to increase to $1.41 per $100 of assessed valuation. The owner of a home assessed at $250,000 will now pay about $3,525 in school taxes, the owner of a home assessed at $325,000 will pay about $4,580 and the owner of a home assessed at $400,000 will pay about $5,640.

Bracing For A Tough Year For months school board members and administrators have been bracing for what has been their worst year in state aid fund reduction. The school district will lose $4.23 million in state aid for the 2021-22 school year. It has lost $7.1 million in state aid over the last three years and will lose $19 million over seven years.

Due to a state law known as S-2 that was took effect in 2018, state aid funding for Jackson’s 10 schools has continued to drop.

Jackson’s enrollment has been declining steadily. The district’s enrollment in October 2017 stood at 8,203 students. That figure dropped in October 2018 to 8,096 students. The pupil count in October 2019 was 7,955 but by October 2020, enrollment was 7,651 students. The projected enrollment for October of this year is estimated at 7,647 students.

Pormilli noted a rise in costs in other areas of the budget such as tuition for out-of-district student placements which are also rising.

She said the school district has “the same number of out-of-district students now as we did in 2015 and the cost is $2 million

Dissenting Votes Following a public hearing the majority of the Board voted to adopt the spending plan.

Board members Scott Sargent and Tzvi Herman voted against adopting the budget.

Herman said he disagreed with School Superintendent Nicole Pormilli’s calling 2021 a perfect storm mixing significant cuts in state aid with other cuts causing the district to “squeeze our budget this year.”

He noted Jackson was in the “eye of the storm” and that in 2022 the district will exhaust the elementary and secondary school emergency relief (ESSER) fund which it has received.

Herman also said the Board was relying on ESSER money this year which is around $3.5 million and next year the district will have about 3,000 private school students, 600 of which would be bused which he calculated would cost about $2.4 million early in the school year.

“We can’t cut teachers,” Herman said referencing the 37 positions that are being eliminated. “We can’t cut therapy. We can’t cut essential services we have to offer.

Originally 40 positions were expected to be cut but through retirement, attrition and some reductions in force that total changed.

While acknowledging how hard the administration worked to develop this year’s budget, Sargent said he felt there were areas that needed improvement. He also apologized to Pormilli having told her previously that he was originally planning to support the budget.

Sargent said one of the areas he felt the administration needed to explore was transportation. He noted that the district has had difficulty “hiring the proper leadership for transportation.”

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State Aid Funding Cuts Continue Prior S-2 funding hits included the loss of $48.77 million during the 2018-19 school year, while during the 2019-20 school year, state aid decreased to $46.47 million. Last year, Jackson received $42.99 million in state aid. Jackson will receive $38.75 million in state aid in the coming school year.

Jackson’s loss in state aid has made it difficult to cope with other yearly issues in the budget such as contractual obligations; cost increases for items such as software licenses; gas prices; higher insurance premiums; tuition increases to send some students to out-of-district educational facilities; and district’s health plan changes.

The reduction in state aid will continue through the 2024-25 school year.

Superintendent Pormilli informed Board members that Jackson would be receiving COVID-related Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief II funds known as ESSER II, which are being used to measure and effectively address learning loss caused by the pandemic.

The ESSER II funding had minimal

impact in compensating the S-2 state aid reduction and the school district’s increasing costs, according to administrators.

Budget Impacts Other impacts include larger class sizes; curriculum adoption will be reduced to what administrators described as bare minimum of updates needed to maintain programs.

The majority of the school district’s tier 1 capital improvement projects were also sacrificed due to the tight budget. There was also a reduction in summer curriculum writing; reduced professional development; and school supply budgets.

There was also an increase in participation fees for sports and extracurricular activities. Increases to participation fees were proposed last year but postponed due to the coronavirus health crisis.

While this year’s budget maintains investments in curriculum and technology it does not allow them to make desired capital improvements or any major curricular advancements.

Vaccine Clinic Scheduled For May 16 In Lakewood

By Bob Vosseller LAKEWOOD – The Monmouth Medical Center will host a walk-in COVID-19 vaccine clinic on May 16.

The free clinic will run from 2:30 to 6 p.m. in the Emergency Department at Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus, 600 River Avenue, Lakewood. It is open to all individuals aged 16 or older who live, work or study in New Jersey. Vaccines are available to all residents, regardless of immigration or insurance status. Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus is offering vaccinations to those who wish to receive it.

Vaccinations will be on a first come, first serve basis, while supplies last, during this time frame. The vaccine clinic is available to all with a government issued identification and insurance card (not required).

All participants are asked to be aware that they will need to return for a second vaccine 21 days after the first shot. Return dates will be scheduled prior to recipients leaving the clinic.

Residents are reminded that vaccines are safe and highly effective at preventing people from getting sick. Coronavirus vaccines are one of the most important tools to ending the pandemic.

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Jackson Recreation Announces Volleyball Camp

JACKSON – Mayor Michael Reina and the Jackson Township Department of Recreation have announced dates for the Volleyball Summer Camp for boys and girls in grades 3 through 12.

Participants will learn the basic and advanced fundamentals of volleyball. All participants will be given tips and technical advice based on upon their individual levels and how to maintain a safe environment of play.

Beginners: grades 3 through 5 from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Advanced: grades 6 through 12 from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Participants should wear comfortable clothing, sneakers and bring a water bottle.

Clinic dates: July 5, 6, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 15,

19, 20,21 and 22. (rain date: August 2, 3 and 4) Camp will take place at the Justice Complex, 1 Jackson Drive, Volleyball Court.

Fee: $75 for Jackson residents; $100 for non-residents. (there is a $5 fee per transaction when paying online with a credit card) No refunds after July 2.

All refunds will be assessed an administrative fee of $10. If you paid by credit card, you will not be refunded your $5 transaction fee. The transaction fee will be deducted from any refund due upon cancellation. No refunds will be given after the program has begun. All refunds are done by voucher and take approximately four to six weeks. In the event of inclement weather, make-up classes will be offered at the end of the program.

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Police: Road Rage Leads To Stabbing

By Alyssa Riccardi JACKSON – After following a victim to her house to stab her, a man has been arrested and charged with attempted murder due to road rage.

The victim – whose identity was not revealed - had been followed to her home by an unknown man who initiated a confrontation with her over an alleged road rage incident, police said. She told police how the suspect had punched her and threatened to kill her as he held a knife to her throat and then slashed her face.

The suspect then fled the scene after a neighbor intervened and called 911.

The stabbing happened on Maria Street on May 8, police said.

The victim gave a description of the assailant’s car which was spotted by Sgt. Michael Kelly on Toms River Road. When Sgt. Kelly initiated a motor vehicle stop, the suspect drove away speeding.

The high-speed chase resulted in the suspect hitting two cars, injuring the occupants. One car was hit at the intersection of West Veterans Highway. As the suspect continued to speed away, he hit a second car, forcing it off the road and into the woods across from the Switlik School.

The suspect’s car was finally disabled after the second crash and police arrested

Michael Mahan, 38, of Ewing Township.

The car was later impounded and the knife used in the incident was recovered.

The stabbing victim was transported to an area hospital for treatment while those involved in the car accidents by the suspect were treated at the scene for minor injuries.

Mahan was charged with attempted murder, aggravated assault, possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose, unlawful possession of a weapon, terroristic threats, eluding, aggravated assault (causing bodily injury during a pursuit: six counts), driving while intoxicated, refusal to submit to breath testing and multiple other motor vehicle offenses.

He was processed and transported to the Ocean County Jail.

After further conducting the investigation, police found that Mahan was involved in a separate incident with a Lakehurst Avenue resident just before the stabbing. Mahan reportedly threatened the victim after parking in front of his residence. Complaints are pending with that incident.

The media and the public are reminded that any persons arrested or charged with any offenses or crimes are presumed innocent until proven guilty in court.

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Around The Jersey Shore OCC Presents “In The Shadow Of The Globe”

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TOMS RIVER – The Repertory Theatre Company at Ocean County College will present a virtual production of “In the Shadow of the Globe” by Michelle Cameron on May 20, at 7 p.m. Virtual tickets are available here: grunincenter.org/event/ shadow-of-the-globe/.

In the Shadow of the Globe is a verse novel in ten acts of the lives and loves of Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre.

While primarily a book of poetry, “In the Shadow of the Globe” is also a fusion of genre. Because there is a distinct story line, describing the imagined lives of actual people, it is historical fiction. As it is told in many voices, it can also be considered a piece of theater.

Cameron spent several years researching the actors of the Globe, and many of the events described in the book are based on the history of the theater. Yet this is

─Photo courtesy Ocean County College primarily a series of intertwined stories of love and ambition in a kind of poetry-meets-Shakespeare in Love.

The publisher’s catalog calls “In the Shadow of the Globe” a “narrative poem using the colorful and daring characters of the Globe Theatre during the life of Shakespeare to create the incredible voices of its actors, bit players, poets, stage managers and lovelorn ladies of his day.

Shakespeare, his wife, his Dark Lady and his poor dead boy all spring from the pages with fact and fiction intertwined into a virtuoso book that will redefine the classroom’s experience of Elizabethan studies. A new and provocative approach to a beloved subject.”

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Over the last few years, Transportation Network Companies such as Uber and Lyft have become the go-to livery service rather than the common taxi driver. Many people use these companies on a daily or weekly basis. But what happens when you are involved in a collision while a passenger in a Lyft or Uber rideshare vehicle? Are you covered?

Recently, the New Jersey Legislature defined the scope of mandatory insurance coverage for the transportation network companies and their drivers (such as Uber or Lyft). While an occupant of a prearranged ride, the transportation network company and or the driver shall maintain the following insurance coverage for your benefit: (1) primary automobile liability insurance in the amount of at least $1,500,000 for death, bodily injury, and property damage; and (2) uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage in an amount of at least $1,500,000.

This insurance coverage, which is to be maintained by the transportation network company (Uber / Lyft), shall not be dependent upon your automobile insurer first denying a claim, nor shall your automobile insurance policy be required to first deny a claim. This means that the insurance provided by the Transportation Network Companies such as Uber and Lyft is primary.

However, the Transportation Network Companies are not required to provide medical coverage in the event you are injured while an occupant of the rideshare vehicle.

Moreover, because Uber and Lyft are a form a livery service, the ride share vehicle is not covered under your automobile Personal

Injury Protection (PIP) medical expense insurance coverage. Consequently, unless you have access to health insurance, you will be uninsured for your medical expenses although, if you happen to fall into the uninsured status, you are not without recourse.

An uninsured passenger may recover his/ her medical expenses from the party who caused the collision. This is a departure from the previous concept of the personal injury protection laws which prohibited recovery of medical expenses from the at-fault driver.

Finally, the Limitation on Lawsuit Option which ordinarily restricts an injured motorists’ right to sue for personal injuries, shall not be asserted by a transportation network company or a transportation network company driver in defense to any action for damages arising from a prearranged ride, nor shall it be asserted against any party not receiving personal injury protection benefits in any action for damages arising from a prearranged. This means that your personal injury lawsuit will not be burdened with the requirement that you prove that the collision caused an objectively verifiable permanent injury. Rather, any disability related to the collision will suffice, which is a much simpler burden of proof.

Ridesharing has become much easier and transparent with the advancement of technology. So it’s about time the Legislature has acted to protect the interests of the consumer by mandating insurance coverage and removing the obstacles of a lawsuit in the event of an injury while riding in a livery vehicle.

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Many people don’t realize that ears play a role in staying steady on your feet. Balance and equilibrium are controlled by the body’s vestibular system, involving parts of the brain, eyes, and inner ear as well as sensory systems including skin, joints, and muscles.

Research shows that falls are more common among those with hearing loss. In one study, patients with mild hearing loss were nearly three times as likely to report a fall in the previous year. Plus, each 10-decibel increase in hearing loss meant a 1.4-fold increase in the odds of a fall the prior year.

These findings, from researchers at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and the National Institute on Aging, were consistent with past research linking hearing loss and increased risk of falling.

With so much at stake, keep these tips in mind to help protect your balance: • Get your vision checked, making sure you’re seeing your best.

• Be sure to understand how any medications may affect you — including your

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• Check your surroundings for hazards such as uneven surfaces, slippery floors, small rugs, or unstable handrails.

• Help ensure your loved ones and those with disabilities have a safe environment adapted to their physical needs.

• Keep your hearing in top shape, starting with hearing exams once a year and whenever you’re having trouble understanding — especially if you’re having difficulty watching TV, talking on the phone, or understanding people speaking through masks.

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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.

Everyone has some baking soda in the house, and if not, you should get some.

Aside from baking with it, I also use it in my garbage disposal and to brighten my laundry.

Sodium bicarbonate is known more commonly as “baking soda” since it helps make dough rise by producing carbon dioxide. Today I’ll share the most common medicinal uses for baking soda, as well as a few household uses that make it the cheapest, most effective remedy in town!

Consuming excessive baking soda is toxic because it’s so high in sodium. So, if you’re taking it internally for heartburn, do not use it chronically, and do not take too much. See a doctor for proper treatment.

Now, here are the best medicinal uses I can think of using baking soda: Freshen Breath. Adding some baking soda to your mouthwash can instantly freshen breath and improve oral hygiene.

I think this is a great addition to anyone’s nightly routine and studies even show that it can help your body fight bacteria better by increasing pH in your saliva temporarily. You can make a mouthwash using baking soda, water and essential oils. I have a recipe for this posted at my website if you’d like to try it. Rinse with plain water after you do the baking soda rinse.

Itching. Get relief for itching and minor bug bites or bee stings using baking soda paste that you make at home. Make

a paste that is thick enough to apply to your skin. The amount you use doesn’t matter, just pour it into a little dish, and add enough water slowly until it is thick like a paste, and you can apply it to your itchy spots. You can even kick it up a notch medicinally by adding several drops of lavender, frankincense and/or tea tree essential oil. If your itchy skin is widespread as you might experience with a drug allergy reaction, then take a lukewarm bath and add about 2 cups to a large bathtub of water, and soak for 15 minutes.

Smelly Feet. You can make a little foot bath using 1 cup of baking soda to a small foot bath of water. I would add a cup of witch hazel to the mix as well as 10 drops of tea tree oil. Soak your feet for 5 minutes then rinse and dry off. This might help with toenail fungus too.

Heartburn or Reflux. Acid reflux is a very common problem that stems from various different root causes, including cancer, ulcers and obesity. Have a work up before using a baking soda remedy and only use this for temporarily acute conditions such as the aftereffects of eating a spicy salsa. Baking soda works by neutralizing stomach acid. Dissolve about 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of baking soda in a cold glass of water. Sip it slowly until the heartburn subsides. Do not use this chronically because it may lead to metabolic alkalosis and electrolyte disturbances which impact your heart and muscles.

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Around The Jersey Shore Atlantic Shore Woodturners Spearhead Wig Stand Project For Cancer Patients

HOWELL – The Atlantic Shore Woodturners (ASW), who have been meeting virtually during the pandemic, conduct a challenge project each month to help its members build their woodturning skills.

“We decided to make April’s monthly challenge a wig stand because it would help our members build a variety of skills. Then we would donate the wig stands to a cancer charity” ASW Monthly Project Coordinator, Doug Cummings said. “Everybody loved the idea; it would be true win-win for everyone.”

Meeting virtually even made the project more successful because ASW has gained members during the pandemic from other parts of the country who also belong to other local woodturning clubs. An ASW member in Louisiana told his local woodturning club, The Southern Bayou Woodturners, Hammond, LA about the project and his club wanted to get involved.

“During the pandemic we’ve also had shared virtual meetings with the New Jersey Woodturners, Roseland, NJ and the Hudson Valley Woodturners, Mahwah, NJ so they wanted to help too. We had a goal

of making 30 wig stands and we wound up with 65,” ASW President, Kevin Seiler said.

The wig stands are also true works of art.

From use of detailed carving, colored resin, pyrography, off set turning and segmented woods the creativity of the woodturners is amazing.

Jesse Abraham, ASW Secretary, contacted the Breast Cancer Resource Center (BCRC) in Princeton, NJ, and showed its director, Melissa White-McMahon, some of the wig stands.

“Wow!” she exclaimed, “The stands are beautiful and the women who come to us for complimentary wigs would love these.”

All of the wig stands were donated to BCRC and will help support the recovery of numerous cancer patients.

The Atlantic Shore Woodturners has a diverse group of members and is currently meeting once a month virtually. When it is again safe to have in person meetings, they will meet at the Howell Community Church, and new members, regardless of woodturning experience are always welcome. More can be learned at their website, atlanticshorewoodturners.com.

Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial Foundation To Host Virtual Memorial Day Ceremony NEW JERSEY – The New Jersey Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial Foundation will host a virtual Memorial Day ceremony to honor those that lost their lives while serving in the United States Armed Forces. The ceremony will be broadcast live on their Facebook and YouTube pages on May 31 at 11 a.m.

The New Jersey Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial (1 Memorial Ln, Holmdel, NJ 07733)

will be open to the public on Memorial Day, with health and safety measures in place.

Guests are welcome to visit the Memorial to honor the 1,563 New Jerseyans who made the ultimate sacrifice during the Vietnam War. The Vietnam Era Museum remains closed, and there is currently no access to restrooms onsite.

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Around The Jersey Shore Enjoy A Variety Of Food During Seaside Heights Restaurant Week

By Alyssa Riccardi SEASIDE HEIGHTS – Experience a variety of dining by the beach and boardwalk with “A Taste of Seaside Heights” Restaurant Week from May 14 through 23.

From American to Mexican and Italian, Seaside Heights offers a diverse number a restaurant stretching from breakfast through dinner.

“Our dining options keep growing and we invite people to explore them,” Angie Lombardi, Chairman of the Board of the Seaside Heights Business Improvement District (SSHBID) said.

Restaurants participating in Restaurant Week will offer breakfast specials to upscale dining with a Prix Fixe menu.

“We are seeing a lot of new and revised dining experiences post-COVID in Seaside Heights,” Lombardi said.

Throughout Restaurant Week, a Veterans group will be benefiting from the event.

If you purchase a featured Tito’s drink at participating restaurants serving alcohol, Tito’s Handmade Vodka will donate $2 to Rebuilding Warriors. Rebuilding Warriors provides highly-trained and socialized Service/Companion Dogs to veterans who are amputees or experiencing Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) or Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI).

Diners are encouraged to post on social media a picture of themselves enjoying

their meal with the hashtag #sshrestaurant and the hashtag for the restaurant. Diners can also enter in to win prizes on the Restaurant Week webpage, prizes include a $50 in restaurant gift cards and two free 2021 Seaside Heights daily beach badge coupons.

The SSHBID is the non-profit economic development organization that works at improving the business climate in Seaside Heights, attracting new businesses and assisting new businesses in locating and settling in the town. The organization works closely with borough government to those ends.

View the complete list of Seaside Heights restaurants a exit82.com. Other upcoming Seaside Heights events includes Arts and Crafts by the Sea on June 5 and then July 4 fireworks. After July 4 till the end of summer, a variety of free entertainment offerings will be available such as Tuesday night Kites in the Heights kite festivals, Wednesday night fireworks, movies on the beach, Boardwalk concerts and tribute band concerts on the beach.

“Not only do we have a selection of restaurants that will delight most appetites, but it is also convenient to stroll the beach or the Classic American Boardwalk and enjoy fresh ocean air, shopping, and a variety of amusements,” Michael Redpath, Executive Director of the SSHBID said.

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By Alyssa Riccardi FREEHOLD – Thunder Road or Rocky Road?

Bruce Springsteen was spotted supporting a local business over the weekend enjoying some ice cream from the popular Jersey Freeze.

Local resident Spencer Freed man was stopping in for a hot dog, crinkle cut fries and a shake when apparently Bruce left just few minutes before, ordering some ice cream. After Freedman grabbed his order, he noticed Br uce sitting in his car.

“He was clearly in the middle of a phone call, but we both waved and he was kind enough to roll the window down when I approached his door and posed in the photograph for me,” Freedman said. “We actually met and shook hands about 20 years ago when I was waiting tables at the Gibson Place Grill at the Freehold Gardens Hotel. I believe he was there for a banquet ceremony for his daughters’ equestrian endeavors. I saw him walk into the bathroom with his son, and waited for him to come out and he was super kind then as well.”

Armed Robber Sentenced To 8 Years In Prison

By Chris Lundy LAKEWOOD – A man was sentenced to eight years in State Prison for robbing a pharmacy at gunpoint.

Elioenai Aguinaga, 32, of Lakewood, must serve at least 85 percent of these eight years before being eligible for parole subject to the No Early Release Act, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer said.

On March 26, 2020, Aguinaga went into Taylor’s Pharmacy, brandished a semi-automatic handgun at the clerk, took $130 and

fled the area.

About a month later, he was arrested and has been in the Ocean County Jail ever since.

Billhimer acknowledged the work of Assistant Prosecutor Kaitlyn Burke who handled the case on behalf of the State, as well as the diligence and resolve exhibited

by Officers of the Lakewood Township Police Department and Detective Bureau in their investigation which led to a lengthy state prison sentence.

Animal Shelter Hosts Online Gift Auction

BRICK – Get ready to have big fun while helping the animals! The Jersey Shore Animal Center will be hosting a virtual Spring FUR Paws Gift Auction.

Online bidding begins May 14 at 6 p.m. and ends on May 23 at 23 p.m.

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Around The Jersey Shore Ms. New Jersey Senior America Pageant 2021

NEW JERSEY – The Clarion Hotel & Conference Center, 815 Route 37 West in Toms River, will host the Ms. New Jersey Senior America Pageant 2021, on June 3, at 1 p.m. in the Grand Ballroom.

The Pageant is “the search for that gracious lady, 60 and over, who best exemplifies the dignity, maturity and inner beauty of all

senior Americans.”

Tickets are $15 for all seats and may be purchased in advance by calling Terry at: 908-216-8534. The price is the same at the box office, which opens at 12 p.m. on the day of the Pageant, which is rated general and can be enjoyed by the entire family. Masks must be worn to attend the event.

Food Truck & Fireworks Extravaganza

JACKSON – Jackson Township & New Jersey Clean Communities presents: Food Truck & Fireworks Extravaganza on July 10 from 3 to 9 p.m. at Johnson Park, 200 Kierych Drive, Jackson.

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BUSINESS PROFILE DeGRAFF FUNERAL HOME Compassionate • Respectful • Flexible

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DeGraff Lakehurst Funeral Home is family owned and operated. Founded

by Donald & Wanda DeGraff in 1979 in historic downtown Lakehurst. The building itself has a funeral history dating back to the early 1900’s. “Our father was the type of person who was so very compassionate and caring,” said Sherry DeGraff, Manager. “He was an entrepreneur, involved in a number of businesses, but his love was always for the funeral industry.”

DeGraff’s mother Wanda is still alive and “still our boss, even if she won’t admit it,” said DeGraff, and her father, Donald passed away in 2004.

Growing up with the funeral business surrounding her, DeGraff said she learned from an early age how to treat customers in their time of need. “You handle people in the same way you would want your own family handled, “said DeGraff. “You have to be a good listener, have a lot of compassion and be very flexible.

While the core values – compassion, respect and flexibility – have not changed for the DeGraff family, the trends in the funeral business have.

Years back, cremations were rare and some religious affiliations did not hold them in high favor. In 1990 the DeGraff family saw the future trends were leaning toward cremation, as a result, their daughter Sherry opened DeGraff Cremation Service offering a wide variety of cremation service options. The move towards more cremation represents the largest shift in the funeral industry. In fact, many consumers believe the cremation

itself is performed at the individual funeral home or cremation service they hired. This is not correct.

Crematories are owned by cemeteries. Most people are surprised when they hear that. Many people are unaware that cremation must be authorized by a spouse or blood kin under New Jersey State Law. This can cause undue stress for people who do not have a spouse or family.

In 2004, New Jersey law provides for the des- DeGraff Lakehurst Funeral Home has been family-owned and operated at 119 Union Avenue, ignation of an individual Lakehurst since 1979. Visit www.degrafffuneralhome.com or call 732-657-7868. to control the funeral or cremation of another person regard- services themselves have evolved decisions have been made, sparing less of whether the named person is over the years. While the typical uncertainty and confusion at a time related by marriage or blood. People viewing, church service and burial when emotional stress may make in relationships involving unmarried schedule is still largely followed by decisions difficult. Although pre-arco-habitants, or just close personal many, other families choose what is ranging might sound morbid, it isn’t. friends may find this provision benefi- known as “celebration of life” to re- It is part of sensible estate planning. cial. This designated person is called focus mourning one’s death towards Upon your passing, the truth is that a “Funeral Representative” and must celebrating one’s full life and its im- most people don’t have any idea how be named as such in a will. With this pact on others. Especially in troubled to get started, what they should know designation, they can bypass any economic times, the cost factor of a or who they can turn to. Pre-planning blood kin and can authorize crema- funeral is a concern for many families. your funeral can significantly minimize tion and control the funeral. Choosing Cremation and traditional funeral ser- the many stresses and pressures that cremation for final disposition in lieu vices are often comparable in price, accompany the grieving process of of traditional burial does not change through numerous options such as losing a loved one. A properly strucservice options for a family. In addition viewings, final disposition and other tured preplan can not only ensure that to cremation, the services can still in- factors that can increase or reduce your loved ones know what to do, but clude a traditional viewing, memorial the overall cost of a funeral. DeGraff can also make sure your bequests are service at the funeral home or church said, “Our prices are very affordable efficiently implemented. By reducing or graveside services when or if the because we’re still an old-fashioned many of the obvious family pressures, cremains are placed in a cemetery. funeral home.” DeGraff Lakehurst this provides some extra time for them Additionally, said DeGraff, the funeral Funeral Home offer pre-arrangement to work through some of the other services. Although nobody likes to struggles such as dealing with grief think or talk about dying, it is one of the and loss, notifying your loved ones, facts of life we all must eventually face. designing your obituary, writing a The sad truth is, thousands of people eulogy and creating the best possible die (whether expected or unexpect- way to celebrate and memorialize edly) each year without the proper your life. “I think the personalization end- of-life plan in place. Making of a funeral is important,” said Defuneral arrangements at the time of Graff. “We’re willing to work with just loss is extremely difficult for those about anything that a family wants left behind. Pre-arranging ensures to do, even if they think it might be that your family and funeral director away from tradition. We can make it know exactly what kind of funeral you happen.” want. Families tend to take comfort at DeGraff Lakehurst Funeral Home is the time of death, simply from know- located at 119 Union Avenue, Lakeing their loved one’s funeral reflects hurst. If you would like more informatheir wishes. When the funeral and tion, please call our dedicated staff sometimes even payment, have been at 732-657-7868 or you may visit our arranged in advance, most of the website at degrafffuneralhome.com

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New TV Show Filmed At The Jersey Shore

By Alyssa Riccardi MONMOUTH COUNTY – The pilot episode for a brand-new upcoming drama series “Dinner Talk” will be filmed at locations throughout Long Branch and Asbury Park. Filming will take place between May 10 through May 14.

The show is a collaboration between Asbury Films, LLC, and 10PRL which is a film studio and production company located in a 6,500 sq ft. state-of-the-art film, art and event space in Long Branch.

“Dinner Talk, written and directed by Louis Gerard Politan, is a unique story about a restaurant that serves as an epicenter for a circle of people who become intertwined and lost souls seeking redemption. The story illustrates that human and life issues don’t discriminate against class, status or success and it is here where the characters and stories unfold.”

Pagono’s Uva Ristorante in Bradley Beach will serve the pilot episode’s location as well as other locations along the Jersey Shore.

Dinner Talk stars Ronnie Marmo, actor and producer, known for Adults Only (2011), For the Love of Money (2012) and

Pizza With Bullets (2010), Ariel D. King, American Crime Story (2016, playing O.J. Simpson’s daughter) and Dollface (2019) and Iliana Guibert, Law & Order, SVU (2018) Quantico (2018) and many more feature film and TV series appearances.

“All of us at 10PRL Productions are very excited to see major filmmaking happening on the Jersey Shore,” April Centrone,

Founder and CEO of 10PRL Productions and Studios said. “We are New Jersey based, New Jersey proud, and you can be sure, there is much more to come.”

“I want to bring internationally recognized, world-renowned quality to the shore while remaining a family of largely NJ-bread musicians, actors and crew, and create every aspect of a film with the abun-

dant talent we have around us on the shore,” Paul Perrina, Founder and CEO of Asbury Films LLC said.

Perrina, Centrone and local musicians from the Asbury Park area will be supervising the music of Dinner Talk.

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─Photo courtesy 10PRL Producers of Dinner Talk: Louis Gerard Politan, Paul Perrina (Asbury Films LLC), April Centrone (10PRL), with crew members in a production meeting for the upcoming pilot, Dinner Talk.

Restaurant Revitalization Program Available

NEW JERSEY – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is awarding funding through the Restaurant Revitalization Program to restaurants, bars and other similar places of business that serve food or drink. The purpose of this funding is to provide support to eligible entities that suffered revenue losses related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Eligible entities are businesses that are not permanently closed and include businesses where the public or patrons assemble for the primary purpose of being served food or drink. The minimum funding amount will be $1,000; the SBA may provide funding of up to $5 million per location for Applicants who meet eligibility requirements.

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Continued From Page 1 Lifetime Achievement in the Arts award.

“They are being recognized for the knowledge, love of history and determination for creating something that benefits everyone,” Reid said in a voice over introducing the two guests.

“I realized looking over these different groups, a lot of them are there for individual towns like Toms River, Lavallette etc. but there was no group to cover all of Ocean County. I had this idea in my head that it would be nice to start a group that covered all of Ocean County because there is a lot of history out there,” Asay said.

Anderson commented that “as historians what we have access to now as opposed to a few decades ago, 50 years ago, is just tremendous. Now we can sit at home on our computer and do a tremendous amount of research about items we are finding like the dinosaur (of Bayville) or areas people have questions about.”

“It has been great with the group being able to share this. Our experiences and our collections and our history of growing up here being shared with people of the county and those of the county bringing their histories and collections here,” Anderson added.

“We wanted younger people in Ocean County to be able to find out what was it like here in the 50s, 60s or even before that. Through these stories and photographs we have had some success with that,” Assay added.

Popovics said he feels their group is like

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opening up a visual scrapbook of memories with images and captions and articles describing life at that time: The people, the attractions, the buildings, businesses and homes that were present.

“The idea of a community scrapbook resonated with the growing group membership. As more pictures were shared, more connections were made and the comment section propelled the group far past Asay and Anderson’s expectations,” Reid said during the interview program.

Anderson said four years ago when the group started, “there was a lot of Pat and I sharing personal photographs and it expanded to the point that by the time we reached our fourth anniversary of the page there was over 22,000 people who were members. We weren’t relying just on pictures we were posting, but now dozens of people who were regulars are posting pictures that they found through research or from their own personal family collections.”

Asay said when they started the project he thought that perhaps the page would get around 2,000 people. “I think I just caught a wave. I had no idea it would get this big. It is a passion for me. It is something I enjoy. I enjoy my family history and I enjoy reading about local history.”

“It is quite an accomplishment. There is a lot of dedication. There is a lot of sacrifice on their part to complete the job in a manner that they have done it. It is very professional.

I really admire the work they’ve done and I think the entire community thanks them for what they have done,” Popovics said.

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─Photos by Bob Vosseller (Top) Two Ocean County residents were recently honored by the Ocean County Cultural & Heritage Commission. They were interviewed earlier this month by Lacey Township’s TV channel and their short documentary program can be found at youtube.com/wltstv. (Middle) Andrew Anderson, long associated with his hometown of Seaside Park was recently honored by the Ocean County Cultural & Heritage Commission and interviewed by Lacey Township students for their school district television channel. (Bottom) Patrick Asay speaks to Lacey High School student Ellie Reid who hosted an interview program for WLSTV concerning Asay and Andrew Anderson’s Facebook group, Ocean County Memories est. 1850!

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Grant Program Will Aid Non-Profit Groups

County Board of Commissioners recently announced that $25 million dollars in grant funds will be available to aid non-profit organizations that have been assisting residents throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

Director of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners Gary Quinn said he was pleased with the grant program that would benefit many non-profit groups “that have gone above and beyond to assist during the coronavirus pandemic. They have helped tremendously.”

“Many have also suffered financially during the pandemic as fund raising efforts had to be curtailed. This grant program will help cover the costs of expenses incurred as a result of addressing increased community needs because of COVID 19,” Quinn added.

The Commissioners is directing $25 million in CARES funding to the Ocean County COVID 19 Response Non-Profit Program.

This grant program has been developed to support the response efforts of non-profit organizations working locally in Ocean County to meet the additional needs of the community created by the coronavirus pandemic.

Quinn said starting 9 a.m. May 13, the grant application for the Ocean County COVID 19 Response Non-Profit Program will be available. The application period is expected to be open until June 3.

Successful grant recipients will be based on meeting all eligibility criteria as outlined on the program webpage. There are requirements for eligibility and they can be found at co.ocean.nj.us starting May 10.

Quinn said, “the application will be available three days later on May 13.” This initial round of funding would be used to cover expenses incurred by non-profits during the period of March 1, 2020 through February 28, 2021. If there is a second round available those grant funds would cover costs incurred as of March 1, 2021 or later.

“When the coronavirus pandemic began to spread across Ocean County, the lives of so many of our residents were affected. So many of our citizens lost jobs as businesses were forced to close, others felt the health impacts from getting the virus, our homes were turned into classrooms as schools closed, child care was not as readily available, food insecurity and housing instability increased dramatically,” Quinn said.

In order to meet the growing needs of county residents, many non-profit organizations increased their assistance and outreach in the communities, helping with food distribution, providing personal protection equipment, administering coronavirus tests, assisting with COVID-19 vaccination distribution and community outreach.

Quinn said, “non-profit agencies have extended a lifeline to many of our residents, especially our most frail and vulnerable senior and disabled residents during the coronavirus pandemic.”

The grant program’s purpose is to provide

financial support to non-profit organizations that incurred new costs that would not have otherwise occurred if not for the pandemic.

“We deeply appreciate all of the effort that has been made by these dedicated non-profit organizations, many with the assistance of volunteers, who have worked

tirelessly to help the residents of Ocean County during this very challenging time,” Quinn added.

Other grant programs including the Ocean County Residential Emergency Rental Assistance Program, grants for businesses to assist with rent and lease payments have been supported by County

Board of Commissioners.

Quinn said the federal “CARES Act funds have “allowed us to reach out and help those in our communities that have been adversely impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.

“These grant programs have been tailored to help residents, business owners and non-profits during unprecedented times.”

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of May 15 - May 21

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Try not to let go of your values just to embrace change.

However, to maintain your reputation and keep your promises, you may need to act the part of a disruptor now. Stand tall and defend your boundaries in the week ahead.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): As the week ahead unfolds, you may feel the need to voice your opinion and hear those of others on the latest issues. The result could be that you become hooked on a broader, richer philosophy that embraces more viewpoints.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Admirers may be attracted by your charisma and your inviting appearance in the coming week. Use this special opportunity to kiss and make up or to fix even the smallest misunderstanding.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): As this week unfolds, remain sensitive to the undercurrents.

You can be kind and generous to people in need.

Learn from those who have studied a subject thoroughly and allow yourself to be creative and free of restrictions.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You may be filled with energizing ideas. If outside influences create challenges, you might want to act immediately to uphold the status quo. Focus on fostering forgiveness and fruitful activities in the week ahead.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): We’re all imperfect and must accept ourselves as we are. This week may be the right time to reveal some vulnerabilities. The only way to grow truly close to someone is to share your truth, hopes and dreams.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Nail down

your income and profits. Your financial portfolio can become healthier if you focus on long-term results rather than immediate gratification. Good manners and a friendly demeanor may earn gold stars as the week unfolds.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): In the week ahead, you may begin to develop a plan that will motivate you to live a more creative, idealistic life. You might realize that your happiness lies in being close to people who offer you peace of mind.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): In the week to come, you may realize that a person’s reputation is only a reflection of his or her character. Loved ones may prove they are loyal. A shift in your work routine could give you more time to relax at home.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Secrets are meant to be kept. You might want to be in on the latest news and gossip but may need special authorization to listen in on some discussions.

Be discreet and guard confidential information in the week ahead.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): In the upcoming week, you should be able to make more progress by cooperating than by competing. Put problems between you and a loved one to rest by being sensitive to their feelings and willing to arrive at a compromise.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): If you’re feeling like you aren’t doing what you’re supposed to be doing, maybe it’s time to make your ideals less abstract and give them more structure. As the week unfolds, you can immerse yourself in your beliefs and find your way forward.

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THIS SAVORY GALETTE MAKES A GREAT LUNCH OR DINNER

By America’s Test Kitchen

A galette is like a pie, except the crust is only on the bottom and the sides and it’s a totally freeform dish. No pie plate here!

A good galette has a crust that is nice and crisp. But the filling can create a problem. Most veggies are filled with water, which can make the crust wet. The solution?

We put a layer of grated Parmesan cheese on the bottom of the galette before adding the filling.

This creates a (delicious!) barrier against any excess water.

If you don’t want to make the dough yourself, feel free to use a store-bought dough. Also, it’s important to bake the galette right after assembling it. Don’t let it sit around and get soggy!

CORN, TOMATO AND BACON GALETTE Serves 6

All-purpose flour (for sprinkling on counter) 1 pie dough (make your own or use 1 round store-bought) 3 slices bacon 1 cup frozen corn, thawed and patted dry 1 cup (6 ounces) cherry tomatoes, halved 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (2 ounces) 1 garlic clove, peeled and minced 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (1/2 ounce) 1 large egg, cracked into bowl and lightly beaten with fork 1 scallion, dark green part only, sliced thin 1. Adjust the oven rack to the lower/ middle position and heat oven to 375 degrees. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. If using homemade pie dough, sprinkle flour over a clean counter.

Place dough on floured counter and sprinkle dough with a little extra flour. Use a rolling pin to roll dough into a 12-inch circle, rotating the dough and reflouring the counter in between rolls.

(Store-bought dough is already rolled out.)

3. Gently transfer the dough to the parchment-lined baking sheet.

Cover the baking sheet loosely with plastic wrap and refrigerate while making the filling.

4. Line a microwave-safe plate with two paper towels and place the bacon on top. Top with two more paper towels. Microwave until the bacon is crispy, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove the plate from the microwave. Let bacon cool.

5. In a large bowl, use a rubber spatula to stir together corn, tomatoes, cheddar cheese, garlic and salt.

6. Remove the baking sheet from the refrigerator and discard the plastic. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese evenly over the dough, leaving a 2-inch border around the edge.

Use a rubber spatula to spread the corn-tomato mixture over the Parmesan. Crumble cooked bacon over top.

7. Fold a 2 inch border of dough up and over the edge of the filling.

Continue folding, overlapping folds of dough every 2 inches, until you get all the way around the galette. Use a pastry brush to paint dough with a beaten egg.

8. Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake until the dough is golden brown, 45 to 50 minutes.

Transfer to a cooling rack. Let the galette cool on baking sheet for 15 minutes. Transfer the galette to cutting board. Sprinkle scallion greens over the filling. Slice into wedges and serve warm or at room temperature.

(For 25 years, confident cooks in the know have relied on America’s Test Kitchen for rigorously tested recipes developed by professional test cooks and vetted by 60,000 at-home recipe testers. See more online at www.americastestkitchen. com/TCA.) (c) 2021 AMERICA’S TEST KITCHEN. DISTRIBUTED BY TRIBUNE CONTENT AGENCY, LLC.

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