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─Photos by Bob Vosseller (Above) A ribbon cutting of the John Theurer Cancer Center was attended by medical experts and administrators for Hackensack Meridian Health. (Right) One of several examination rooms is seen within the John Theurer Cancer Center. By Bob Vosseller TOMS RIVER – It was a special day for a d m i n ist r ator s a nd staff of Hackensack Meridian Health with the official opening of the John Theurer Cancer Center in affiliation with Regional Cancer Care Associates. The Toms River Re-

gional Cancer Center at 40 Bey Lea Road, w i l l also prov ide better access to Jersey Shore University Medical Center surgical ser vices and Centers of Excellence in lung, esophageal a nd he patobilia r y and pancreatic (HPB) cancer, in addition to

a surgical team in endocrine, breast, colorectal and gynecological oncology. Through this affiliation with Regional Cancer Care Associates, patients in the Toms River area will now have ac-

cess to the expertise, innovation and clinical trials associated with the John Theurer Cancer Center, recognized as the best cancer center in New Jersey by U.S. News & World (Center - See Page 2)

Governor: Masks Won’t Be Mandated In Schools

By Bob Vosseller NEW JERSEY – Answering a question being posed by parents at many recent school board meetings across the state, students will not be required to wear masks in schools unless the district mandates it this fall, according to Governor Phil Murphy. He made the a n-

nouncement during a recent press conference. Full in-person instruction is also being mandated by the state this fall. The New Jersey Department of Health is prepared to announce updated health and safety guidelines for the upcoming school year, according to the

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governor. He said he was encouraging health officials to “work collaboratively with the community on a masking policy that works for everyone.” He noted those that feel more comfortable wearing masks would be able to do so. He also said that the state anticipates updated

guidance from the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) later in the summer. New Jersey will consider any updates from the federal agency prior to the first day of the new school year. Last spring the governor indicated that students and school staff in the state would most

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By Sydney Kennedy TOMS RIVER – Non-residents will now pay double what they previously paid in order to gain access to Toms River’s Snug Harbor public pool this summer in a hope to curb improper behavior there. The Township Council passed an ordinance to increase the cost of daily fees for out-oftowners, since residents said they were the culprits. “The Snug Harbor residents had expressed concerns regarding happenings at the pool,” Councilman Daniel Rodrick said. “Public urination, changing in public, needles, all sorts of terrible things. “That being said, I don’t believe we’ve gone far enough,” Rodrick said. He went on to recommend the Township take further action to address local frustration. Among Rodrick’s recommendations were placing a Class 2 officer on the premises and rerouting “traffic through Cattus Island.” Councilman Matthew Lotano also recommended additional plans for the pool, such as erecting “a possible dumpster enclosure or moving the dumpsters and possibly saw-cutting out some of the asphalt to be able to plant a couple of trees there.” “We are going to work towards helping out the residents over there,” Lotano said. According to Council Liaison Stacy Proebstle, the Council enacted the ordinance because of the recommendation of an efficiency study “which recommended such fee differentials.” The Council also sought to “correct an inconsistency in the current fee structure, which has a two-tiered fee schedule for seasonal badges, but not daily rates.” While non-residents pay more than residents for seasonal badges, they paid the same as residents for daily fees. The Council also sought “to cover increases” associated with the cost of seasonal employees. The fees, which can’t take effect without mayoral approval and until 20 days after publication of the ordinance as required by law, will not increase for residents. On weekdays, (Pool - See Page 4)

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Continued From Page 1 Report. Chief Executive Officer of Hackensack Meridian Health Robert C. Garrett joined several oncologists and other officials for the recent ribbon cutting ceremony that also included a tour of the facility. “One of the major goals of our network is to make sure that every New Jersey resident has access to high-quality compassionate care that’s accessible and convenient. Through this affiliation, Regional Cancer Care Associates and John Theurer Cancer Center bring an exceptional lineup of oncologists, surgeons and other specialists offering groundbreaking treatment and access to hundreds of clinical trials,” Garrett said. He was joined by Dr. Andre Goy, chairman and executive director of John Theurer Cancer Center and other leading physicians and executives for the event. Dr. Goy said that “we live in an era where cancer treatment is changing rapidly. It is much more complex and much more specialized care. We are now bringing this closer to the community and in the context of a post pandemic recovery this is even more and more important to have a closer to home best option. Dr. Goy said “we are trying to make sure every cancer patient in 2021 has access to the expertise, clinical trials and therapies they need. This is the best time to be in oncology. There has been an acceleration in technology in general but cancer care and health care has improved due to several factors. There is the acceleration of the science from the human genome sequence. We need to reinvent how we do clinical trials and to take advantage of real-world data. There could be more than 80 options on how to treat a patient,” Dr. Goy said. Dr. Carl Henningson, a specialist in medical oncology and hematology told Jersey

Shore Online.com prior to the ceremony about the importance of Toms River area cancer patients being able to access cancer care in the state without leaving their own backyard. “I think we all have the same common goal of bringing the same expertise that we learned from the top training programs in the country to the community where we can make a difference in patient care,” Dr. Henningson said. Dr. Henningson said the partnership brings “excellent physicians, surgeons, oncologists, radiation oncologists and also research to the area that otherwise patients would have to travel an hour or an hour and a half away to get.” It was noted that the addition of this center was a “game changer” for area residents as there are only a few available across the U.S. and very rare to be combined at one location “We have heart. We give the TLC that is needed besides the high academics that we are able to achieve. We are seeing a dramatic change in oncology,” said Dr. Kenneth D. Nahum, a specialist in hematology/ oncology and internal medicine who has been treating cancer patients in Monmouth and Ocean counties for over two decades. “Ten years ago, we were still seeing a high death rate now we are seeing people living for years and potentially being cured.” The affiliation with John Theurer Cancer Center will help provide world-class care to the local community while connecting patients to Centers of Excellence for multiple tumor types,” said Dr. Thomas L. Bauer II, chair of Surgery and chief of Thoracic Surgery at Jersey Shore University Medical Center. “When patients need surgery, access to those Centers of Excellence will make them more likely to undergo minimally invasive procedures, get out of the hospital faster, experience less pain and fewer complications, and return to work sooner.”

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Continued From Page 1 during the news conference that “there are recommendations on social distancing and that is absolutely one of the items on the list. It was noted that county health departments were working in tandem with school districts and the funds from ESSER (federal money designed to assist school districts with expenses related to COVID-19 conditions of materials and other costs) are being used to address ventilation, heating and cooling needs across schools in the state. “Because of the vaccines in our tool box this is a largely preventable illness,” the governor said noting four additional COVID related deaths today. The governor said he was hoping to take a vacation now that travel restrictions have been lifted. “I sure as heck hope to. “ When asked about a potential visit before Election Day by the president or vice president the governor remarked, “I can’t speak for them but this is a state they both know well and I would welcome them with open arms.” Governor Murphy is seeking re-election for a second term as governor this fall. He will be facing GOP nominee former Assemblyman Jack Ciattarelli.

Summer Craft Fair

ORTLEY BEACH – The Friends of Ortley Beach are excited to announce that they will be hosting The Friends of Ortley Beach Craft Fair on August 14, with a rain date of August 21. The craft fair will be held outside on St. Elisabeth’s Chapel grounds from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be local artisans and crafters will feature handmade art, home decor, soap, candles, jewelry and much, much more!

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Health Officials Concerned About Jamestown Canyon Virus

By Bob Vosseller NEW JERSEY – State and county health departments are keeping watch for any reports of Jamestown Canyon Virus (JVC) that emerge following a confirmed case in Sussex County. A Sussex County man in his 60s tested positive for JCV after an onset of fever and neurological symptoms last month. This is the first detection of this mosquito-borne disease in New Jersey this year and only the second human case of JCV reported in the state (the first case was in 2015, also in Sussex County).

Symptoms Many illnesses caused by JCV are mild, but moderate-to-severe central nervous system involvement requiring hospitalization have been reported, including fatal infections. Those infected with mosquito and tickborne diseases may not develop any symptoms, or only develop very mild symptoms. Early symptoms include flu-like illness including fever, muscle aches, headaches, and fatigue, which may be confused with other illnesses, including COVID-19. Some mosquito and tickborne infections can also cause more serious central nervous system disease, including meningitis or encephalitis (e.g., Eastern Equine Encephalitis, JCV, Powassan, West Nile virus). Commissioner Persichilli added,“if you or someone you know is experiencing flu-like symptoms, including fever and headache,

contact your healthcare provider and let them know if you suspect a mosquito or tickborne illness.” Along with JCV, Garden State residents are also at risk from other mosquito-borne diseases, including West Nile virus (WNV) and Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE), which are generally seen in summer and early fall until mosquitoes are no longer biting. Prevention JCV is transmitted by the bite of an infected mosquito and there are no vaccines to prevent JCV and treatment consists of supportive care. The virus has not been detected in mosquitoes yet this season but has been detected in prior years. “From the protection standpoint, we certainly take all types of potential vector borne illness from mosquitoes and ticks that are prevalent in our region - which are the two of the biggest carriers of disease,” Ocean County Health Department Chief of Administrative Services/Public Information Brian Lippai said. He added, “people should be vigilant of their surroundings and plan to protect themselves when enjoying the outdoors especially in and around wooded/tall grass areas (ticks) and areas that hold standing water - the place mosquitoes breed.” Lippai noted that “the weather moving forward this summer will also dictate our mosquito season. More rain can lead to more standing water and better breeding

opportunities.” The county health department monitors mosquito-borne illnesses through state reports. As of June 23, the report showed that all 34 of the mosquito pools that were tested for JCV in the county were negative. If someone in Ocean tested positive, health officials said they would interview them to determine the patient’s activities. That way, they can find the source for the mosquito(s) and eliminate it. The department would then work with the state and local health providers. Health Commissioner Judith Persichilli said “spending time outdoors, whether walking, gardening, or playing with our dogs, is a good way to maintain physical and mental health, but it is important to take steps to prevent mosquito and tick bites, which are responsible for several diseases in New Jersey. “When enjoying the outdoors, remember to use an EPA-registered insect repellent, cover skin with clothing when you can, and check yourself and your pets for ticks and quickly remove them with tweezers,” Persichilli said. NJ Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner Shawn M. LaTourette said his agency’s Office of Mosquito Control and Coordination works closely with the DOH and county mosquito control agencies to monitor and reduce mosquito populations and limit potential public health risks as much as possible. “New Jersey residents can help to reduce

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Safety Tips Given After Rabid Fox Attacks By Bob Vosseller OCEAN COUNTY – Following multiple attacks in Jackson Township by a rabid fox, the Ocean County Health Department has issued a warning about what to do if you are approached or bitten by a wild animal. Talia Nielsen said her children were playing in the front yard when the fox came out of nowhere and targeted the kids. Her 4-year-old, Lilith Cimino, was the last one to make it into the house and got bit on the back of the leg. Her older brother came out of the house, pulled the fox off, and slammed it to the ground. They covered it with a basket until authorities came. Animal control took it away and it died shortly after. It later tested positive for rabies. Lilith is undergoing rabies post exposure prophylaxis. The family lives in the neighborhood between Aldrich Road and West Connecticut Concourse. The OCHD received two additional reports of fox bites in that neighborhood occurring over the same two-day period. OCHD Public Health Coordinator Daniel Regenye said the department “is always reminding people of the potential for an animal to become infected with rabies and the potential for human exposures. It does happen and that’s why it’s so important to remain vigilant especially in the warmer months when the potential for wildlife interactions with humans increase.” If one animal is rabid, then it is possible

that there are others in the area that are rabid as well, health officials said. So, just because the one fox died doesn’t mean that the danger is past. Residents must stay on their guard – especially if they have children or pets. “It can be very tempting to try and assist or approach a wild animal that may appear in distress, injured – or even uncommonly friendly. However, a person should call animal control or the police and never approach or make contact with a wild animal demonstrating those signs,” Regenye added. Regenye noted that during spring and summer mammals may prefer to build their dens or shelters close to our homes, playgrounds, schools and neighborhoods. While there is still no cure for rabies, the good news is that human infection is extremely rare. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that there are typically only about one to three cases of rabies documented in humans each year. The NJ Department of Health (NJDOH) estimates that approximately 2,500 people in New Jersey receive rabies post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP), due to exposure to known or suspect rabid animals. While any mammal can contract rabies, two of the most common carriers in Ocean County in the past have been bats and raccoons. In 2020, there were two cases of animals that tested positive for rabies in Ocean County. Both animals were raccoons. Ocean County Commissioner Gerry P.

Little who serves as liaison to the Ocean County Board of Health said, “not only do we have to protect ourselves from rabies, we need to protect our pets and to insure they are up-to-date with their rabies inoculations.” The Ocean County Animal Facilities holds free rabies clinics every other Wednesday by appointment only. Due to the pandemic many people may have skipped getting their pet vaccinated but if they did now is definitely the time to make an appointment. Protection Tips • Animal-proof your house and yard. Make sure all garbage is stored in animal-resistant containers. • Screen off vents to attics and other areas that could provide shelter for bats and squirrels. • Vaccinate your cat or dog against rabies. • Unvaccinated pets can contract rabies from wildlife and can transfer the disease to humans. These are safe and effective vaccines to protect our personal pets such as dogs and cats, and farm animals like cattle and sheep. • Never try to pet or approach a wild animal – even if it appears curious or friendly. If You’re Bitten • Wash your wound immediately with plenty of soap and water. • Contact your healthcare provider or hospital emergency department for care and consultation regarding the need for rabies

preventative treatment. • Report the incident to the OCHD at 732341-9700 ext. 7515. If you are bitten, try and learn as much as you can about the animal. If it’s a known pet with a tag, contact the owner. If it’s a stray or wild animal, try to remember the last location you saw the animal and any distinguishing features or behavior that may be able to assist animal control officers in identifying and capturing the animal. “Interactions with wildlife do happen suddenly, and sometimes, in the most unusual circumstances. Just be aware of your surroundings and environment and the type of wildlife that may call that area home. We all know how serious rabies can be, but unfortunately, it’s not always easy to determine if an animal is sick so it’s best to avoid any interactions and call animal control immediately especially if the animal is acting aggressive,” Regenye said. The Northern Ocean County Animal Facility is located at 615 Freemont Avenue in Jackson. To make a rabies vaccine appointment please call 732-657-8086. The Southern Ocean County Animal Facility is located at 360 Haywood Road in Manahawkin. The number is 609-978-0127. The animal facilities are open 7 days a week for adoptions, reclaims and surrenders by appointment only. For further information regarding rabies visit ochd.org or state.nj.us.

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Continued From Page 5 clothing. Tumbling clothes in a dryer on high heat for 10 minutes will kill ticks on dry clothing (damp clothes may need more time). • Check for ticks frequently and at least daily, on you and your pets. Ticks can hide under the armpits, behind the knees, in the hair, and in the groin. Early removal of ticks (with tweezers) can reduce the risk of infection. • When in tick-infested areas, walk in the center of trails to avoid contact with overgrown grass, brush, and leaf litter at trail edges. • Treat clothing with permethrin, ideal for persons who hike or spend a lot of time outdoors. • Monitor your health closely after a tick bite and during mosquito season and be alert for symptoms of illness. Contact your healthcare provider to discuss testing and treatment. • Repair holes in screens to keep mosquitoes outside and use air conditioning when possible.

• Reduce areas where hosts for ticks, such as rodents and deer, can congregate to eat, sleep or feed. • Trim weeds and tall grasses that can provide an outdoor home for ticks. • Empty standing water at least once or twice a week from flowerpots, pet dishes, birdbaths, swimming pool covers, buckets, barrels, cans, etc. • Drill holes in the bottom and elevate recycling and other containers if left outdoors. Turn over plastic wading pools and wheelbarrows when not in use. • Repair and clean storm-damaged roof gutters, particularly if leaves from surrounding trees tend to clog drains. Roof gutters can produce millions of mosquitoes each season! • Aerate ornamental pools or stock them with fish. Water gardens become major mosquito producers if they stagnate! • Clean and chlorinate swimming pools, including when not in use. • Protect your pets by using tick prevention medications and/or vaccines as advised by a veterinarian. Remember – your pets can bring ticks indoors! • Vaccinate your horses against Eastern Equine Encephalitis and West Nile virus.

Senior Olympics Set For September

By Bob Vosseller N EW J ERSEY – The New Jersey Senior Olympics will once again take place, in Woodbridge Township, Middlesex County on the weekend of September 10-12. This will mark the 14th year that Woodbridge will host the statewide competition. It was canceled last year due to the pandemic. The competition will proceed this year with all of the recommended COVID-19 safety protocols. Events will include basketball foul

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Holzapfel: Lawmakers Oppose Budget That Cuts School Aid For Brick, Toms River

TRENTON - Senator Jim Holzapfel and Assemblymen Greg McGuckin and John Catalano opposed a State Budget put forward by Governor Murphy and Democrats in the Legislature that cuts millions in aid to schools in Brick and Toms River while funding tens of millions of dollars in unnecessary pork projects. The legislators highlighted the misplaced priorities of the Democrats’ budget plan that will drain certain Ocean County schools of

their rightfully deserved funding. As the state begins to recover from the economic fallout of Governor Murphy’s extended shutdowns, the lawmakers believe that this excessive spending plan will create billions more in new taxes next year. “Instead of funding our schools fairly, Democrats have decided to cut aid from our classrooms and redirect it into pork projects in their districts,” stated Senator Holzapfel. “It says a lot about their priorities

and how they’re choosing to fund wasteful programs over our children. This lavish spending in a postCovid world is going to devastate our taxpayers and our school children for years to come.” The election-year budget is inflated with pork projects for North Jersey districts including $500,000 for a band shell in Hopewell, $300,000 for the Paramus Public Library, additional increases in aid to areas in Camden, and an unexplained $10

million for North Bergen schools while many Ocean County school districts are being cut. “Republicans have repeatedly provided common-sense solutions to make New Jersey more affordable and properly fund our schools,” said Assemblyman McGuckin. “It’s unconscionable the Governor would even consider signing a budget which takes away school funding from the children of Ocean County so he can spend $24 Million

dollars to build a new museum in Jersey City. Governor Murphy would rather put his political interests and re-election hopes ahead of our children’s education. I’ll never support a budget that values this partisan pork over our school children.” Toms River Regional School District is facing a 14 percent decrease in funding for FY 2022 while Brick Township is set to lose nearly 20 percent of its funding. This is another blow to the school districts that have

already had to lay-off staff and dissolve extracurricular programs. “It’s a shame that every year millions of dollars are being wasted on frivolous programs while teachers are being laid off and students’ extra-curricular activities are being cut,” added Assemblyman Catalano. “Our school districts deserve better than backroom, pork filled schemes that only serve the personal interests of a handful of lawmakers.”

Menendez: Bill Would Prepare U.S. For Future Pandemics

WASHI NGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Bob Menendez (D-N.J.) and Jim Risch (R-Idaho), Chairman and Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, introduced comprehensive global health legislation entitled the International Pandemic Preparedness and COVID-19 Response Act (S. 2297) to improve global health and pandemic preparedness and en hance COVID-19 response efforts. “Thanks to the Biden administration’s efforts, we a re st a r t i ng t o se e the light at the end of the tunnel of this dark and t ragic chapter that has taken more than 600,000 of our loved ones. But as the United States tur ns the page on COVID-19, that reality is still far out

of reach for millions more living beyond ou r borders, where the pandemic c ont i nue s t o r age. We must commit to ending the spread of coronavirus everywhere, as it remains a threat to American lives and livelihoods as long as it persists,” Chairman Menendez said. “The International Pandemic Preparedness and COVID-19 Response Act enhances our ability to take robust action now and halt fut u re infectious disease threats before they reach our shores. Only through better planning and preparation here in the United States and by supporting t he sa me overseas ca n we protect ourselves, our communities, and future generations from emerging pathogens.” The legislation:

Recognizes that it is in t he Un it ed St at e s’ national security interest to work with partners to end t he cu r rent COV I D -19 pandemic, including by helping to mitigate the economic impacts in highly v ulnerable countries and regions. P rov ides for en ha nced Congressional oversight of U.S. foreign assistance prev iou sly appropr iated for the inter national COVID-19 response, including for the sharing of U.S. vaccines overseas. Calls for detailed strategy on global vaccine distribution to ensure access to countries most in need, and for leveraging other global health programs to help bolster international COVID-19 response. Requires the president to advance a comprehensive

Global Health Security Strategy with clear goals, objectives, and lines of responsibilit y to better guide U.S. investments in global health security, eliminate duplication and waste, and enable partner countries to close capacity gaps. Encourages the president to establish a Committee on Global Health Security and Pandemic and Biological Threats at the National Security Council, to ensure policy coherence and continuity of effort across the agencies engaged in international and domestic prevention, preparedness, and response. Est ablishes a special representative for global health security and diplomacy at the Department of State, supported by a deputy at the United States

Agency for International Development (USAID), to lead diplomatic efforts, and ensure the efficient and effective execution of U.S. foreig n p ol icy and assistance for global health security. Prioritizes resources for pa r t ner cou nt r ies w it h demonst rated need and commitment to transparency and results. Authorizes USAID’s disaster surge capacity and est ablishes t he agency as the program lead on emergency humanitarian response and effor ts to address second order development impacts. Authorizes U.S. par ticipation in and f u nding for the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations, enabling the United States to join more than a dozen count r ies

and private foundations around the world in a joint effort to develop new vaccines to prevent and contain epidemics, including COVID-19 variants. Institutes an annual intelligence threat assessment about transmission of potential pandemic pathogens to facilitate early detection and prevention of pandemic threats. Authorizes U.S. participation in innovative partnerships and financing mechanisms, including the establishment of the Fund for Global Health Security, to catalyze public and private investments in global health security and pandemic prevention and preparedness and help resource-constrained countries strengthen health symptoms and improve pandemic prevention and preparedness.

Summer Concert Series Is Back At FirstEnergy Park

By Alyssa Riccardi JERSEY SHORE – The Summer Concert Series with the BlueClaws returns this summer on July 10 with Splintered Sunlight performing for Grateful Dead Night. The series consists of three concert nights scheduled in The Sand Bar, located down the left field line. The schedule includes:

July 10: Splintered Sunlight (Grateful Dead Night), presented by Rothman Orthopaedic July 31: Asbur y Fever (Br uceClaws Night), presented by Kean University August 21: Kickin Nash (Country music show) Gates will open at 6 p.m. each night, with

each show beginning at 6:15 p.m. and run for over two hours. First pitch of each game is set for 7:05 p.m. “One of the things we envisioned when building The Sand Bar was hosting concert nights like these,” BlueClaws Team President Joe Ricciutti said. “We’re grateful that we’re able to host these concerts and

look forward to vibrant atmospheres each night.” BlueClaws players and coaches will be wearing special jerseys for Grateful Dead Night and BruceClaws Night. Each jersey will be auctioned off with proceeds to benefit BlueClaws Charities. Jersey artwork will be unveiled closer to the selected game date.

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F eatured L etter Bills Would Expand Treatment To Those Struggling With Addiction The Legislature acted to support New Jerseyans struggling with substance use disorder by passing, on a bipartisan basis, a package of legislation designed to expand access to treatment. For too long, substance use disorder has been regarded as a crime rather than the illness that it is. Those str uggling with addiction deserve high-quality health care, not a cycle of stays behind bars. These bills offer New Jerseyans a more compassionate future, one where those struggling with substance use issues can get the care they need. Each bill will improve health care access for individuals currently in need of treatment by reducing administrative and financial barriers that lock out too many of us, particularly those in Central and South Jersey who have suffered from high unemployment, displacement from Superstorm Sandy and the economic fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic with less access to resources. S3491/A5457 revises and expands authorization for any person or entity to obtain, distribute, and administer naloxone. S3800/ A5703 requires health insurers, including Medicaid, New Jersey Family-

Care and others to cover the cost of opioid antidotes - like Narcan - without prior-authorization requirements, expanding access to life-saving drugs. S3803/A5495 would permit certain paramedics to administer buprenorphine to patients who badly need it, allowing those suffering from substance use disorder to immediately access science-based treatment and avoid a risk of relapse while waiting to access long-term treatment options. The truth is that almost everyone knows someone who struggles with a substance use disorder. This devastating epidemic can strike anyone, regardless of their race, class, gender or political beliefs. Our brothers, sisters, mothers, fathers, aunts, uncles, grandparents, and friends are counting on Trenton lawmakers to act quickly by focusing on science-based solutions that work. We look forward to Governor Murphy quickly signing this measure and getting people the help they need. Amanda Devecka-Rinear Executive Director of the New Jersey Organizing Project

We Welcome Letters To The Editor! The Toms River Times welcomes all points of view for publication and provides this page as an open forum for residents to express themselves regarding politics, government, current events and local concerns. All letters are printed as space allows unless deemed offensive by the editorial staff, and provided they are signed and include address & phone number for verification. Letters may not be printed if we cannot verify them. Names will not be withheld from publication. While most letters are printed as submitted, we reserve the right to

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Police, Especially Those In Manchester, Deserve Thanks Almost two years ago we had occasion for the Manchester police to come to our house, and it’s happened again recently. On both occasions (different officers) I’ve found our police to be respectful, helpful, and commendable in their conduct, which was exemplary. I told them this as they were leaving the other night but I wanted to write a letter and I hope you’ll publish it. You see, we hear far too much these days about those who are perceived as “bad cops” but part of the problem is we as a society are slow to publicly affirm and commend the overwhelming majority who are undeniably good - even great - at what they do! Thank you again to all of our terrific....terrific, I say.....police here in Manchester, and beyond! Chet Jelinski Whiting

Don’t Post Religious Texts In Public Schools North Dakota just passed a Bill permitting the display of the Ten Commandments in its public schools, stating “there is no reason why they shouldn’t be displayed.” There is a reason! “First and foremost,” the Ten Commandments are a sacred Judeo-Christian religious text, which makes their display inappropriate (and unconstitutional) in public buildings, including public schools. If that is not convincing enough they do not belong, the first Commandment should: “Thou shalt have no other gods before me.” (Exodus 20:3). This country was built upon religious freedom. We are free to believe in any god, many gods or no god

at all. Moreover, the First Commandment is completely incompatible with the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. One (the First Commandment) abhors religious freedom and diversity, while the other (the Constitution) protects religious diversity and demands that government respect it. What this religious intrusion into government is about is, an attempt to place the imprimatur of government behind one religion’s belief. Government must stay out of the religion business just the way our founding fathers intended. That is the reason they gave us a godless (religion-free) Constitution. For those who feel compelled to display something in our public school, how about a copy of the First Ten Amendments – the document that underwrites our religious liberties! Borden Applegate Jackson

Biden, Feds Borrow To Throw Money Away I am writing this e mail to try to justify the actions of the Federal government over the illegal migrant crisis in the United States. I truly hope for a realistic explanation and not a canned one. I am told that illegal immigrants receive a monthly allowance of approx. $2500 plus medical and food assistance, while someone who has worked their entire life in this country receives and average of $1500-$1700 from Social Security. Why is the government housing illegal migrants in hotels for approx. $250 a night and men and women (homeless) who have fought for this country live on the street with what appears no care from cities and the Federal Government. Why are we housing them? They broke our laws and should be sent back. Not all of

them are political refugees. Or is it the allure of free money, housing and medical? Why is the Federal Government (President Biden) talking about send billions of dollars, which will be borrowed, overseas to build infrastructure in foreign nations? Is it a fear of China getting a foothold all over the world? Why is he not spending reasonable money to help the homeless and their medical problems or building affordable housing and health care systems? Electoral College? Why does the whole state vote for a president with the majority of votes. The cities will always rule because of the high capacity of residences. We who live in rural or suburbia areas of the state don’t really have a say in how the Electoral College votes. Why can’t Electoral Votes be representative vote for the way his district votes. Just look in New Jersey! Whatever way Union, Essex, Camden, Trenton or the commonly referred to Turnpike Corridor votes so goes the state electoral. But what about the rest of our votes? Why has there been a 6 percent rise in our inflation rate? The cost of fuel going up from $2.60 to $3.07 in the first 120 days? Why is the government still subsidizing unemployment checks with $300 a week and businesses are crying for help? Might as well ask, where are you getting that money from…borrowing again? Captain R.M. Silva Toms River

Remove The Filibuster This letter was sent in before the GOP blocked discussion for the bill in question. Year after year, we see politicians in Congress make promises about what they can do for constituents like me. And year after year, the progress is usually less than we hoped for. The solution is clear: It’s time to get rid of the filibuster - a Senate rule that allows a minority of senators to block any piece of legislation. Dem-

ocrats have introduced some great bills that would help a vast majority of Americans. Right now, the Senate is deciding whether to pass the For the People Act, for instance, a big reform bill that addresses everything from making voting more accessible and streamlined to getting rid of corruption in government. But the fate of the For the People Act is uncertain as long as it can be filibustered by senators like Ted Cruz and Lindsey Graham. And that’s only one bill. Imagine all the progress that’s being held up in Congress because the filibuster stands in the way. For me, for my community, and for communities like mine all across America, I’m asking senators to do away with the filibuster once and for all. Danielle Wilson Freehold

Van Drew Is Anti-Police Congressman Van Drew was one of the few politicians who did not support an investigation into the capitol riots. Even Chris Smith voted for it because one of the officers who died that day was from his area. But Van Drew would rather side with extremists who think it’s OK to go into a federal building and attack law enforcement. I’m not going to say the officer’s name, because he and his family has been through enough. But he did his duty and for that he was pepper sprayed and suffered two strokes. He later died from his strokes. Van Drew voted against creating a bipartisan commission that would investigate the cause of this riot. But of course we all know who caused it. But I stand by it – you’re either for the police or you’re against it. If you vote to protect a mob, you care nothing for law and order. If you don’t care what caused people to get angry enough to pepper spray a cop, then you can’t call yourself a friend to law enforcement. Mary Cantor Toms River

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By Bob Vosseller TOMS RIVER – Township police are investigating two cases of vandalism at a church in the community which caused thousands of dollars in damage. Saint Barbara’s Greek Orthodox Church located on Old Freehold Road was vandalized twice last weekend causing great damage which Father Paul

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Pappas shared pictures of on social media. Perhaps the most notable visual damage was to the church’s sign in front of its building. Concrete was also taken from the front steps and there were windows shattered and a railing broken. The damage was discovered on Sunday morning. The priest has been reported as saying that the sign had been ripped p and torn up with some of its letters broken off. A window was found to be broken a day later and a large brick was found inside the church. Damage to the church’s exterior stairs was also reported to police. According to a report by New Jersey 101.5 the priest estimated the damage at around $15,000 though at the time a contractor and insurance agent had not yet evaluated the extent of damage. This was not the first time that the church, well known around Ocean County and other areas of the State for its annual Greek Festival held each fall, had been vandalized. An incident of someone spray painting graffiti on a light post in the parking lot and on a trash can, had also occurred. Father Pappas said he believes the vandals had put considerable thought into the two recent incidents of vandalism and suspects sledgehammers may have been used to break the concrete railing and stairs. None of the damage was directed at any sentimental or historical items. Police are continuing the investigation of the incident.

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Ocean County Woman Indicted For Killing Three Dogs

By Alyssa Riccardi TOMS RIVER – A Toms River woman has been indicted for animal cruelty after abandoning three dogs which resulted in their deaths. On November 11, 2019, the Lacey Township Police Department received reports about dogs being possibly abandoned in the home. When they arrived at the house, they determined it was indeed abandoned and police discovered the remains of three dogs. An investigation by Detectives from the Lacey Township Police Department and the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office revealed that Allissa DeStefano, 30, of Toms River, was responsible for the care of the dogs and had abandoned them in the home, which resulted in their death. Subsequently, DeStefano was arrested without incident, and processed at the

Lacey Township Police Department. On June 25, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that DeStefano was indicted on three counts of Animal Cruelty. Prosecutor Billhimer acknowledges the diligent efforts of Assistant Prosecutor Kimberly Carr who is handling the case on behalf of the State, as well as the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office and the Lacey Township Police Department for their collaborative efforts relative to this investigation resulting in DeStefano’s indictment. These charges are merely accusations and the press and public are reminded that all defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

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TOMS RIVER – Inspired by Humans of New York, TRuths of TR is a student-driven photography and writing project. Each week, online and on the district’s Instagram, they will feature a student photograph and subsequent personal story. The mission of the project is to highlight the diversity of this district and community; share the untold stories of people we might blindly pass in the hallways every day; and expose the talents, struggles, thoughtfulness, and personalities of people we call friends, peers, classmates, or strangers. TRuths of TR is district-wide at the high school level, and overseen by ELA Supervisor Tonya Rivera, World Languages Super-

visor Adrienne Gold, and High School East Assistant Principal Erin Anders. They hope you will fall in love with these students and their stories the way they have, and that through these stories we may discover just how connected we all are. Eventually, the project hopes to expand to include submissions from parents, community members, and the adults in our schools. For now, they welcome you on this journey with us to share our TRuth. If you’re a Toms River Regional Schools high school student, complete this form online at trschools.com/students/truths-oftr-project to submit a feature for TRuths of TR.

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By: Robert C. Shea, Esq. & Christopher R. Shea of R.C. Shea & Associates In New Jersey, if you sustain an injury arising out of or in the course of your employment, you are entitled to certain benefits under the law. This is more specifically set forth in the New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Act. Primarily, should your injury require medical attention, the Workers’ Compensation carrier for your employer is to provide this to you. The insurance carrier pays for reasonable and necessary medical care until you reach a medical plateau. In turn, however, the insurance carrier does have the right to direct your medical care. In other words, the insurance carrier has the opportunity to choose the physicians with whom you treat, as well as the facilities where any treatment or therapy is administered. In the event that your injury is such that you are medically unable to work for more than seven (7) days, the New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Act provides that the insurance company is to pay temporary disability benefits. This entitles you to seventy percent (70%) of your wages, up to the statutory maximum for the year in which you sustained the injury. These payments continue until the authorized physician permits you to return to work or until you reach a medical plateau, whichever is sooner. Should permanent effects of your injury remain after achieving a medical plateau, you may be entitled to benefits to compensate for those permanent effects. This is based on a statutory value determined according to the part of your body which was injured and the permanent residuals of your treatment and injury. This process progresses after your physician has returned you to gainful employment. In the event that you are deemed medically unable to return to work, you may be entitled to total disability benefits.

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─Photo courtesy Toms River Township Pictured L-R: Mayor Maurice “Mo” B. Hill, Jr.; CSO Dave Fowler; CSO Robert Blank; Kevin Monaghan, Supervisor, Emergency Medical Services; Paul Daley, Coordinator of Office of Emergency Management/Director of Emergency Medical Services. TOMS RIVER – Mayor Maurice “Mo” Hill was honored to present certificates of appreciation to several CSOs and the Emergency Medical Services and Emergency Management Coordinator and Director. This was in response to a letter written by Chief Roman from the Pleasant Plains Fire Department. He commended the actions of

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High School East Chorus Ends Year On High Note

─Photo courtesy Toms River Schools TOMS RIVER – The High School East chorus held its spring choral concert, a virtual showcase of two classic works. Led by teacher Michael Phillips, students performed “Omnia Sol” by Z. Randall Stroope and “Circle of Life” by Roger Emerson. “The students did a fantastic job bring-

ing together this end-of-year project” Supervisor of Health, Physical Education, Music and Art Debbie Schwartz said. “Michael Phillips is truly a talented professional with an awesome heart.” Watch the full performance at trschools. com/community/high-school-east-chorus-ends-year-on-high-note.

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─Photo courtesy Toms River Schools From left to right, High School East girls track relay team members Raisa Thunig, Ingrid Rivera, Ava Reilly, and Amber Cray pose after winning the 4X100m relay at the State Championships. TOMS RIVER – The performance of High School East girls track at the sectionals and State Championships earned the team and some of its individual members a chance to compete at the Meet of Champions. The team had earned first place and a gold medal in the 4X100m relay at the State Championships recently. Raisa Thunig, a member of the relay team, also won the long jump, 100-meter hurdles, and placed sixth the 100m dash. “The girls are really performing well this year,” High School East girls track coach Jamie Dirk said.

At the Meet of Champions in South Plainfield, on June 19, the team competed in the 4x100m relay, finishing 16th overall. With their time of 50.36 50.14 2, the relay team of Raisa Thunig, Ingrid Rivera, Ava Reilly, and Amber Cray set another personal record and extended their school record time in the event. Raisa Thunig finished 20th out of more than 40 runners in the 100m hurdles, and third in the long jump, while her teammate Nina Casalino competed in the pole vault. Congratulations to the girls on another strong performance!

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Around The Jersey Shore First Residents Of Ocean Medical Center Graduate By Alyssa Riccardi BRICK – Being honored as the first class of residents at Hackensack Meridian Ocean Medical Center, the 2018 inaugural class have officially graduated and will begin their practice in Family Medicine and Psychiatry specialties. Not only are these doctors the first to enter the Graduate Medical Education (GME) program, but they completed a three-year residency program during one of the toug hest t i mes with the COVID-19 pandemic. “Today is a significant milestone as we further our mission to provide the clinical foundation for doctors to skillfully and safely treat patients now and in the future,” Jason Kreitner, MHA, FACHE, president and chief hospital executive said. “I am honored to be joined here with our first resident graduating class and their families. No one could have predicted a pandemic during your clinical training right, did you sign up for this? Expect this? Did anyone ever think this just a year and a half go? You continued to shine with compassion during this pandemic. You really got Ocean Medical Center through one of the most challenging times this organization has ever been through. Your support to our nurses and our team - when we needed you guys, you were there for us.” The 2018 inaugural class consisted of eight family medicine and six psychiatry residents. At the graduation ceremony held of June 18 at the Remembrance Garden, nine residents received diplomas. The other five psychiatry residents from this class have opted to obtain optional psychiatry tracks that require additional training and will graduate in

the coming years. “This first class of residents have experienced both rewarding and challenging th ree years of on-the-job t raining,” Vincent J. Vivona, D.O. J.D., FACP, FCLM, CHCQM, chief medical officer said. “Residency is the busiest and most intense time in their career; however, the past 18 months of training during the COVID-19 pandemic was testament to their dedication and strength with a purpose to sharpen their clinical skills in medical procedures, patient care, and quality control.” Currently, Ocean Medical Center’s GM E p r og r a m hold s 6 0 r e sid e n c y positions in family medicine, internal medicine and psychiatry. “I am so proud to share this special d ay with these g raduates and thei r families as they start the next phase of their medical career,” Kenneth N. Sable, M.D., MBA, FACEP, regional president, souther n market, Hackensack Meridian Health said. “Thank you to all of our residents. As Jason said, you didn’t sign up expecting this to be a pandemic, and residency is hard enough. When we’re in the middle of a pandemic, for all of you to really come to work every single day, be there for your patients, for their families, for each other and never complain is truly remarkable and it’s really the precursor to what you all are going to be in your careers as physicians.” At the ceremony, two graduates were presented w it h t he Resident of t he Year Award. Those who received it are Nicole Gabrielle Babushkin, M.D, of Family Medicine and Sade Diahann Frazier, D.O., of General Psychiatry.

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will be replaced 1-2 yrs. sooner than other styles. • A person’s body physiology: Many patients create excessive cer umen buildup (wax) and profusely sweat. Sweat creates moisture which commonly invades the circuit and shuts down the hearing aid. An electronic dehumidifier is recommended to dry out the hearing instruments. • Frequency of Maintenance: Just like a car needs periodic oil and filter changes, tire rotations, etc. you’re hearing aids should be checked by a hearing healthcare professional at least two times year. If that Practice does not schedule you for these visits in advance, I would go somewhere else. Dr. Izzy and his Staff are always here to answer your questions about hearing care issues.

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H ere ’ s T o Y our H ealth Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

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Thyroid hormone is not always understood, so I’ll tell you that it is a fat-burning switch. If the hormone swings low, you gain weight, if it’s elevated you may not be able to gain weight. With the auto-immune condition Hashimoto’s, your levels of thyroid hormone may be like a pendulum driving you crazy with varying symptoms. I think many people have this condition and do not know it yet. Today’s article is to help you understand the symptoms, as well as new information about it. Hashimoto’s disease is an immune disorder and condition in which your own immune system attacks your thyroid. When the human body’s own immune system targets the thyroid gland as if it were a foreign tissue, it causes an autoimmune disorder of the thyroid gland termed Hashimoto’s thyroiditis; other names for this condition include chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis or chronic thyroiditis. A new study published in June 2021, in the Romanian Journal of Internal Medicine found that the ratio of uric acid to HDL cholesterol are elevated. Both uric acid and HDLF can be measured with simple blood tests. Hashi’s like other autoimmune conditions will cause pro-inflammatory cytokines that attack different systems of the body. So antioxidants are very important, and a clean diet is too. Digestive enzymes are important for a person with any type of autoimmune condition because they help reduce the burden of partially digested proteins in your body, which sometimes exacerbate your symptoms. When a dietary antigen is seen by your immune system - and I’m thinking gluten or casein - your

immune system goes to work to fight that off, not realizing it is attacking it’s own tissue. So your intestinal microflora plays a role, and probiotics are useful, especially in Graves’ disease, but I wonder if digestive enzymes are even more important. Other symptoms of thyroid dysfunction include problems with memory. Is it crisp and do you focus on what people are saying? Do you have more anxiety lately or suffer with insomnia? Brain problems are an under-diagnosed, but well-known phenomena that occur with this condition, and it’s called Hashimoto’s Encephalopathy. Sometimes thyroid problems can be mitigated with antioxidants (especially those that specifically break down peroxide and turn it into water and oxygen). Some of the things you can do to help yourself with Hashimoto’s include the following: 1. Reduce peroxide and break it down with catalase enzyme 2. Calm down the inflamed tissues by eating a low histamine diet 3. Consider minerals like selenium to support healthy TPO levels 4. Take protease enzymes and/or DPPIV to help break down gluten and casein 5. Routinely check blood levels for thyroid antibodies, uric acid, HDL, free T3/T4 and more 6. Consider probiotics and a high-quality B complex vitamin Certain foods can trigger you, especially those that are high in histamine. I wrote a special Food Guide that I’m giving away called “Hashi No No’s” and it’s downloadable at my website store.suzycohen.com/hashi-no-no.

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Radio Club Connects With Others Around The World

By Alyssa Riccardi HOWELL – Despite starting the day with some showers, the Ocean Monmouth Amateur Radio Club (OMARC) hosted a successful Field Day, connecting to over 40 states in America and parts of Canada through airwaves. The OMARC was founded in 1977 and serves Ocean and Monmouth Counties. Field Day is the most popular on-air event held annually where radio amateurs gather with their clubs, groups or with friends to operate from remote locations. Although part of the event is a contest where clubs compete to contact as many other stations as possible, others use it to learn how to operate radio gear in unusual situations and use the day as an opportunity to practice their emergency response capabilities. This year, OMARC held their Field Day event at Echo Lake Park, having multiple antennas set up outside and other equipment inside due to the rain. Denis O’Brien, who’s been the president of the OMARC since 2002, explained how the event will run for 24 hours non-stop, and will use multiple different types of radios to demonstrate how to connect with others. “I’m on solar power, so there’s no electricity involved. Very low power transmits, so it’s meant to be like simulating an emergency situation,” OMARC member Scott said. “If we happen to lose all communication and no power, we have the ability to set up antenna in an emergency,” O’Brien said. “That’s what Field Day is all about, it’s a simulation of an actual emergency. We’re here to help. And it’s also fun for us, we get to use our radios.” “I used to work on a ship as the ship’s radio officer. That’s how I got interested in this. As a radio officer, I was responsible for if the ship was going down, I had to take the radio to the life boat,” O’Brien said. The OMARC currently has around 50 members who are licensed operators. Those members have the option to upgrade their license, reaching a higher class allows them to use more of the frequency spectrum. At Field Day, members use either morse code, digital nodes and regular voice devices, in total using four transmitters at the event. Outside at the edge of Echo Lake, O’Brien and two other members were operating a battery powered radio “So, what you hear is some of these beeps are a high pitched or low pitched sound. He’s (Denis) tuning in and listening to just the one that he likes,” member David Drapkin said. “Denis heard the call from the other operator and he responded with our group ‘N2M0.’ The other person responded ‘N2M0 I recognize you’ and now it’s our turn. Denis then sent out the quality of the signal and our information like our club category and so on.” Through this initial trial, O’Brien connected with two guys who were using two radios from a home location in Illinois. “After both sides have confirmed communication, the club logs the info and enters it into the record. When they’re all done, they tally it up,” Drapkin said. O’Brien went on to discuss how he’s been

able to connect with hundreds if not thousands of people around the world through radios. “When I was testing this morning, I was talking to a guy in France. In the past I’ve talked to Australia, New Zealand and more. The radio propagation has to be just right, so it doesn’t happen every day. Right now, we are coming out of the low part of the solar cycle. The solar cycle is every 11 years. We are just coming out of the bottom and move up. So, things are getting better, but not perfect. They will in a couple of years,” O’Brien explained. “It’s really out of our control. All we can do is recognize when things are rooting for us to get long distances and we go after it,” Drapkin said. “Denis is using an antenna that is a basic wire antenna and has a single strand of wire on each side. With the big antenna we have, having three elements in a row like that end up like a magnify glass and they multiple the power, being a directional beam antenna. The idea is that we steer it and becomes highly focused. You can’t hear it from the sides, but it sounds like you have more power. That way you can reach even further distances… even on days when the atmosphere isn’t working its best for our needs. Just by having a bigger antenna, it allows us to go further distances.” Last year, Field Day still took place despite the coronavirus pandemic. Although members and visitors could not meet up, they had to operate on their own and at the end they combined their scores. “There’s so many other facets to amateur radio besides the long-distance communication. There’re folks who join just to computer chat using radio, not connected to the internet. You build a network outside of the world network and it’s just radio to radio, but there’s computer’s instead of microphones and instead of morse code,” Drapkin said. Not all radios have to be big in order to talk to someone. Something as small as a walkie-talkie radio can be used to connect. “This idea of using this small radio (walkie-talkie), we don’t have to talk very far. All you have to do is reach the repeating station. The station will take your signal high into the air and send it out to a much broader area,” Drapkin said. After the 24 hour-long Field Day, they club reached over 40 states in America and also parts of Canada, as they displayed a map tracking where each member had connected to. The OMARC holds meetings on the second Saturday of each month at 9 a.m. at the Spring Lake Heights Volunteer Fire Company Number One, located at 700 Sixth Avenue in Spring Lake Heights, in the second floor meeting room. They also get together every Saturday morning at 9 a.m. and on the second and fourth Wednesday evenings at 6 p.m. at the firehouse. They are currently are transitioning back to in-person meetings at the fire house meeting room and the radio room in the basement, with a combination of in-person and zoom gatherings. If you are interested in joining, email Joe Kruszewski at Joekru1@hotmail.com. To learn more about the OMARC, visit n2mo.org. To learn more about Field Day, visit arrl.org/Field-Day.

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Health Department Releases July Vaccination Schedule

By Alyssa Riccardi OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Health Department (OCHD) has announced their COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic Schedule for the month of July. The OCHD’s clinic, located at 175 Sunset Ave. in Toms River, is open on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. through July. The Ocean County College drive-through clinic is open Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

through July. The following locations will be hosting COVID-19 vaccine clinics: July 7, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Brick Library, 301 Chambersbridge Rd, Brick Township. July 7, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 3 to 7 p.m. Stockton University, 712 E Bay Ave, Stafford Township. July 8, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Little Egg Harbor Library, 290 Mathistown Rd, Little Egg Harbor Township.

July 8, 4 to7 p.m. Lacey Community Hall, 101 N Main St, Forked River. July 13, 2 to 6 p.m. Jackson Liberty High School, 125 N Hope Chapel Rd, Jackson Township. July 14, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jackson Library, 2 Jackson Dr, Jackson Township. July 14, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Toms River Library, 101 Washington St, Toms River. July 15, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Manchester Library, 21 Colonial Dr, Manchester Township.

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Community News C lub N ews , A ctivities , E vents & A nnouncements

Free Lunches Given To Combat Child Hunger

TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County YMCA and Toms River Regional Schools will host its second annual Grab N’ Go Summer Meals Program from June 25 through September 3, Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Participating youth, 18 or younger, will receive free, nutritious lunches and snacks daily. No I.D., application or proof of income is needed. According to SchoolNutrition.org, pre-pandemic, nearly 100,000 schools/ institutions serve school lunches to 29.6 million students each day, including: 20.1 million free lunches; 1.7 million reduced pay price (student pays $40); 7.7 million full price, and 4.9 billion lunches are served annually (Source: USDA FY 2019

data). However, once the school year ends, only a small percentage of these same students can access free meals over the summer break, leaving many children without these meals. “The Y, in partnership with Toms River Regional Schools, is working to fill that gap by keeping children healthy and well-nourished this summer, ensuring that kids reach their full potential,” Peter T. Rosario, President and CEO of the Ocean County YMCA said. “Our longstanding and invaluable partnership with the Ocean County YMCA helps fulfill the most basic of needs for this community- food,” Toms River Regional Schools Superintendent Thomas Gialanella said. “Never is that need more pronounced than right now, as we enter the hot summer months, when school is out and children and families are maybe uncertain of what’s available to them, and as we continue to navigate the challenges of a pandemic. Through our school sites, the tireless efforts of the Y, and the support of many others throughout Toms River, I am proud that our district plays a (Hunger - See Page 27) NEED AN EMERGENCY HOME REPAIR? WE’RE HERE TO HELP AT NO CHARGE

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Continued From Page 26 role in helping to feed students and families throughout this community during summer, and I encourage everyone to take advantage of this amazing program.” The Ocean County YMCA and Toms River Regional Schools will begin serving meals Monday through Friday, June 25 through September 3, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Participating youth will receive nutritious lunches and snacks daily. This program will be available at the Ocean County YMCA, as well as nine Toms River Schools (High School East, 1225 Raider Way, Toms River; High School South, 55 Hyers Street, Toms River; Beachwood Elementary, 901 Berkeley Avenue, Beachwood; Cedar Grove Elementary, 173 Cedar Grove Road, Toms

The Toms River Times, July 3, 2021, Page 27 River; Citta Elementary, 2050 Lakewood Road, Toms River; Pine Beach Elementary, 101 Pennsylvania Avenue, Pine Beach; Silver Bay Elementary, 100 Silver Bay Road, Toms River; South Toms River Elementary, 419 Dover Road, Toms River; South Toms River Elementary, 419 Dover Road, Toms River, and Walnut Street Elementary, 60 Walnut Street, Toms River). “Hunger has a lasting impact on the development of children,” Rosario said. “Giving kids access to nutrition-filled meals allows kids to focus, learn and become empowered to reach their full potential. The Grab N’ Go Summer Meals Program is a wonderful way for us to keep our kids strong and combat hunger.” To learn more about the Grab N’ Go Summer Meals Program, call or email Jennifer Poulos at jpoulos@ocymca.org or visit ocymca.org/summermeals.

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BUSINESS PROFILE

A worry free and independent lifestyle is what every Aging Adult wants! Experts tell us that the greatest challenge to holding onto our cherished independence as we age is due to the effects of a disengaged retirement and the aging process. Less physical activity, feelings of isolation and loneliness that comes from losing friends or life partners, less purpose and fewer social engagements can all contribute to depression and a sedentary lifestyle that can have negative impacts on c ognitive and physical health and well-being. This became so much more apparent during this past year with the impact of the Covid 19 pandemic restrictions. The reality is that where you live matters! Living alone and caring for a property, large or small, gets tougher as we get older. Even the healthiest of aging adult homeowners no longer want to endure the physical rigors of maintenance projects and costly repairs that put a strain on budgets and add worry to our lives.

Independent Senior Living could be the answer!

Age restricted Independent Living Communities are for seniors who require minimal or no assistance but want less work and more peace of mind. They are designed to offer aging adults their own private residences, while living in a supportive and secure environment that they can Thrive in. Independent living residences may be apartments or freestanding homes usually obtained through a rental arrangement. Hospitality and supportive

amenities are generally provided for a monthly fee. The convenience of access to higher levels of care are often available. One of the main objectives of Independent living Communities is to offer a daily abundance of physically and socially engaging recreational activities, opportunities to meet new people, experience the joy of camaraderie and enjoy their retirement years to the fullest, with peace of mind. Researchers have long known about the benefits of staying active and building “Social Capital” – the social ties that build trust, connection, and resiliency as we age. One of the most apparent benefits of independent living is the enormous peace of mind it provides for residents as well as concerned family members who worry about their loved ones living alone and what would happen if there was a fall or health episode with no one there to help. Moving to an independent living environment, where residents are never isolated and alone brings that peace of mind to families, knowing that in an emergency, help is always close by. Families taking tours of various senior living options will look for features and amenities such as robust recreation offerings, fitness centers, educational opportunities, wellness programs and access to on-site healthcare.

What is the ideal community that offers this lifestyle? Silverwoods Independent Living by Complete Care is one of the best of these communities because it is dedicated to enhancing lives. The

Silverwoods, part of the Complete Care family, is located at 1700 Rt 37 West in Toms River.

A mother and daughter share a laugh during a visit at Silverwoods. unique 55-acre park-like campus with spacious garden-style apartment homes is a community where residents’ needs are taken care of from the start – and active living takes every shape and form. The most ambitious activities agenda facilitates active minds and bodies all day with physically invigorating choices like walking club, swimming, tai chi or yoga classes and Wii bowling tournaments. These are complemented by educational seminars and

lively social gatherings such as joining friends for cocktails at happy hour or full course dinners in our newly renovated restaurant dining room. Staying connected to the larger community through volunteer opportunities and frequent outings add to this active lifestyle with trips to Atlantic City, Seaside Boardwalk, theatre shows, restaurants, museums, religious services and more. As a rule, care is not offered at independent living communities, how-

ever, Executive Director Katie Davis states “I am proud that health, nutrition and safety play major roles in everyday living at Silverwoods”. Included in the premium services program are wellness visits and checks by a licensed nurse, code alert for medical emergencies, a brand-new on-site Wellness Center staffed by a Geriatric Provider for Primary Care, Lab Testing, Podiatr y and other services. Luxury amenities include chef prepared meals served

in our beautiful club house restaurant, weekly housekeeping, scheduled bus transportation and a new concierge service for off campus medical appointments. Aging experts tell us that the key to owning your future is in planning early and wisely, knowing your options and taking action. Talk to friends and family and begin planning your move to the independent living lifestyle you deserve at Silverwoods. Call today for a complimentary Silverwoods Lifestyle Lunch, held every Tuesday to get all the information you need to help in your decision, or schedule a personal tour with our Senior Advisor, at 732-341-6630. Silverwoods, part of the Complete Care family, is located at 1700 Rt 37 West in Toms River. Visit us at www.silver woodsliving.com or on Facebook @Silverwoods Independent Living by CC.

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Across 1 “Friends” catchphrase 11 Auctioned wheels 15 Far from perfect 16 European capital with more than 340 lakes 17 Newspaper audience 18 Convertible option 19 City downriver from Las Cruces 20 Temporary fixes 22 Ctrl + I, in much software: Abbr. 24 Draft pick 25 Early product promotion with few details 29 Summer hire, perhaps 32 Cruise controls 33 Piece maker? 35 Vietnamese soup 36 Hawkish god 37 Light refractor

38 Coagulate 39 Show passes, informally 40 Secret meeting 41 Vocation 42 Living room piece 44 Factory equipment 46 19th-century English novelist Charles 48 __ Jim 49 Like a “pony” with limited skills 52 Dyson alternatives 56 Beginning to call? 57 One may be part of a fresh start 59 Knotted up, scorewise 60 Campaign focus 61 Sources of furniture wood 62 Relative of a fidget spinner Down 1 Present 2 Only unanimous Cy Young Award winner

between Dwight and Randy 3 Finish (up) 4 “Always in motion is the future” and others 5 Electra’s brother 6 Hullabaloo 7 Oz and Howser: Abbr. 8 Sounds heard at an unveiling 9 JFK and LBJ, e.g. 10 Relative priority in hiring 11 Some moonshine 12 One may include large gifts 13 Ripple preceder 14 Cry over spilt milk 21 Corn bread 23 Jerry’s “Seinfeld” co-creator 25 “__ So Raven”: 2000s sitcom 26 Like meeting one’s doppelgänger, probably 27 “I’m curious about everything--even things

that don’t interest me” speaker 28 Belief in a handsoff god 30 __ Island 31 Observes 34 “Cmo __?” 37 Forecasts 38 Forensic analysis site 40 Berlin Wall Speech word 41 Ardent desires 43 Wyoming range 45 “Jurassic Park” dinosaurs, e.g. 47 Brilliance 49 Snack manufactured in 18 countries 50 Super star 51 Broadway’s Walter __ Theatre 53 “Flashdance... What a Feeling” singer 54 “Hooked on Classics” co. 55 Navy __ 58 Mature

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Photo Of The Week FIRECRACKER HOT DOGS ARE PERFECT FOR YOUR HOLIDAY MENU By America’s Test Kitchen

The Manasquan Reservoir is known for being a great five-mile walking trail. It’s also quite breathtaking as seen from this picture. (Photo by Patrick Bianchi – follow Patrick on Instagram @patrickbianchi.photography

P.B.A 352 To Host Pickleball Tournament

ISLAND HEIGHTS – The P.B.A 352 Island Heights and Ocean Gate Police will be hosting a Pickleball Tournament on July 10 at 9 a.m. at Betty Scammel Memorial Field in Island Heights. Must be 18 years or older. 24 teams of two. Minimum three games. $25 per person. First place prizes: two Yeti Hopper Flip 12

soft cooler; two PBA shirts; two recreation badges. Second place prizes: two Yeti 26oz Rambler w/ chug cap; two PBA shirts. Third place prizes: two Yeti 20oz Rambler w/ mugslider lid; two PBA shirts To sign up, email dviolante@ilandheightsborough.gov.

The Fourth of July, also called Independence Day, is an American holiday celebrating the signing of the Declaration of Independence -- which happened (no surprise!) on July 4, 1776. The Declarat ion of Independence stated that the American colonies w er e no longer under British rule; they were now independent states. Today we celebrate Independence Day with fireworks, parades and barbecues, where we ser ve classic “American” foods such as hot dogs, burgers and potato salad. Instead of simply grilling your dogs and slapping them on a bun this year, grab the k ids and tr y this baking method that results in a big bite that one of our y oung recipe tester s cou l dn’ t h a v e l ov e d m or e , saying, “ It’s like a piggy in a blanket, but Hulk-size!”

FIRECRACKER HOT DOGS Serves 8

Ingr edient s: Vegetable oil spray 8 hot dogs 1 can biscuit dough 1 large egg, lightly beaten 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

ov en to 375 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Spray parchment lightly with vegetable oil spray. 2 . C a r e f u l l y p u sh 1 sk e w e r lengthw ise (the long way) through center of each hot dog. 3. Use your hands to pat and stretch 1 biscuit dough round into an oval, about 8 inches long. Cut the oval in half lengthw ise. Repeat st retching and cutting with 3 additional biscuit dough rounds. 4. Starting from the top, wrap 1 dough strip around each hot dog in a spiral, leaving gaps in the spiral as you wrap. Place on the parchment-lined baking sheet, tucking the ends of the dough strips underneath the hot dogs. 5. Use a pastry brush to brush the tops of the dough strips w ith egg. Sprink le sesame seeds over top. 6. Bake until biscuit strips are golden brown, about 15 minutes. Let hot dogs cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes.

R e ci pe n ot e : You can make y our hot dog s ex t ra-speci al by mak ing a topper for your skewers! Pat out ex t ra bi scui t doug h into 4-inch circle. Use 1 1/2- to 2-inch star cookie cutter (use Equipment : similar-size cook ie cutter of Fork another shape, if desired) to cut Small bowl out dough shapes. Measuring spoons At end of Step 2, carefully push Rimmed baking sheet skewers all the way through hot Parchment paper dogs, leaving 1 1/2 to 2 inches 8 wooden skewers of skewer sticking out at top of Ruler Chef’s knife (or bench scraper) each hot dog. At end of Step 4, carefully stick Pastry brush 1 dough shape on end of each 1. Adjust the oven rack to the skewer. Continue with recipe middle position and heat the as directed. (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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