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−Photo courtesy New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection The Ballanger Fire destroyed 641 acers of forest in southern Ocean.

By Alyssa Riccardi JERSEY SHORE – Within the first half of 2021, two major forest fires have affected the lush greenery that runs throughout our region.

Mon mouth and Ocean counties are not only home to beautiful beaches, but also dense woods like the

Pine Barrens spreading across southern Ocean.

In March of this year, a forest fi re broke on the Brick/Lakewood border. The fire destroyed 167 acres of land, shutting down the Garden State Parkway and making several stores close down.

Strong winds of around

40 miles per hour and low humidity around 20 percent made it difficult for firefighters to battle the blaze. As a result, two commercial buildings were destroyed along with 29 residential properties being damaged.

Officials were able to determine that the fire

was intentionally set, although they still have not identified any suspects.

“Detectives have attempted to interview approximately 60 potential witnesses and reviewed video recordings from cameras in proximity to the fire.

The vast majority of (Fires - See Page 2)

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New Homes Approved For Cloverhill Lane

By Alyssa Riccardi HOWELL – The Howell Zoning Board of Adjustment has approved a n applicat ion t hat would build 17 homes on Cloverhill Lane.

The plan involves s pl it t i ng a 41-a c re tract of land that lies on the border of Freehold Township into a 20-lot subdivision of single-family homes. In addition, new roads will be created, connecting Howell and Freehold at a new location.

The Zoning Board of Adjustment voted on the application at their June 14 meeting. Chairman Wendell Nanson and board members Paul Sayah, Richard Mertens, Glenn Cantor, Matthew Hughes, James Moretti Jr. and Jose O roz co vot e d “yes” on a motion to approve it.

Gross and Gross Associates LLC’s proposal consist of 17 lots for single-family homes, one lot for an exist-

ing home on Cloverhill Lane and two lots for stormwater management facilities. Cloverhill Lane will be extended to the east, with the network of new roads connecting to Maher Road in Freehold Township.

Charles Cunliffe, the board’s engineer explained how Gross & Gross began lobbying for the subdivision in 2005 and the Planning Board signed off on the proposal that year. In 2007, zoning regulations changed, requiring larger parcels than those in the proposal. In 2015, the Zoning Board gave a preliminary approval to split the land into parcels smaller than two acres.

With Howell and Freehold Township bordering for several miles, this isn’t the first proposal for development around that area in 2021.

New warehouse development was opened up (Homes - See Page 2)

Senior Clubhouses Ceremony Pays Tribute To Forgotten Veterans Can Reopen

By Chris Lundy BERKELEY – Public property in senior communities can reopen without fear of lawsuits now that the governor has signed a bill providing them indemnity.

This had been an issue since the start of

the pandemic. Pools, clubhouses, and other amenities were closed to the public. At fi rst, it was a safety issue.

Homeowner associations didn’t have the staff to wipe down every surface or to police (Senior - See Page 4)

−Photo courtesy Monmouth Sheriff’s Office Urns of the 23 veterans decorated with flowers and a folded American Flag.

By Alyssa Riccardi MONMOUTH COUNTY – The remains of 23 American veterans were laid to rest at the Military Honors For Forgotten Veterans event.

The ceremony paid tribute, honored and provided unclaimed veterans with the proper sendoff they deserve. The remains of these heroes, some going back as far as World War I, sometimes sit on a shelf inside a funeral home for years, according to The Vietnam

Veterans of America (VVA).

The VVA’s goal is to “promote and support the full range of issues important to Vietnam veterans, to create a new identity for this generation of veterans, and to change public perception of Vietnam veterans.”

The 23 veterans and two of their spouses were from WWI, WWII, Korea and Vietnam War eras. To date, 90 veterans or spouses have (Veterans - See Page 5)

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Continued From Page 1 these potential witnesses have been less than cooperative with our investigation, and as such, we are currently at an impasse at this point in time,” Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer said.

Two months later, an even bigger forest fi re burned across southern New Jersey, starting near the Bass River State Forest in Burlington County, spreading into Little Egg Harbor Township and consuming 641 acers of forest.

So how do these fi res grow in size so quickly? Officials call it “forest fi re season” when the land is dry in the spring and fall months with little greenery, with the warm sun and a breeze. These factors increase the risk of a forest fi re occurring.

Trevor Raynor, a Forest Fire Warden for NJ Forest Fire Service who covers the Southern Ocean area, explained how they take several steps to prevent fi res, prescribed burning being the main method.

“We’re very aggressive to prescribed burning in New Jersey and for such a densely populated state we accomplish a lot of acreage. Prescribed burning is setting controlled fi res in the dormant season like the fall and winter. With that fi re we burn all the leaves and debris out of the woods and if there to be a fi re in the future there’s less to burn,” Raynor said.

The NJ Forest Fire Service uses multiple types of equipment to either prevent and/or corral a fi re. Raynor, who was a part of the recent Ballanger fi re in Southern Ocean,

said they heavily rely on their fi re towers in order to catch any forest fi res early.

“The fi re towers play a critical role. My fi re was detected by a fi re tower. Had it not been, the next person to call 911 on that fire would have been at the back of people’s houses. But the fi re tower was able to fi nd out the fi re was deep in the woods,” Raynor said. “If we relied on the 911 system and didn’t have fi re towers, the fi rst alert for that wild fi re would have been too late, it would already be impacting homes.”

Should we be concerned about these vast forest fi res occurring and the potential it has to not only wipe out huge swaths of Ocean and Monmouth Counties? Although townships like Howell have had some small fi res, it hasn’t faced any to the extent as Lakewood or Southern Ocean, but the possibility is always there.

“It can happen right here in Howell. We have large tracks of brush and trees that it could run through pretty quickly with the right wind and right conditions. It could involve some houses because of the lack of defensible space,” Robert H. Lewis, Chief of the Howell Township Fire Bureau, said.

“It is a very good possibility. New Jersey actually is almost a better place, if you could say, for wild fires than what you read about in California. It’s just that California has more open area and they get bigger fi res. We have so much development that has ended up in the woods, and people don’t realize that they need to take actions for themselves to prevent disasters from occurring. The biggest thing with fi res is once it gets going and is hot enough, it

will burn at the top of the trees in the dry seasons and there’s no way to stop that, they just move so fast.”

“Wildfi res are always a threat in New Jersey,” Raynor said. “It’s not a matter of ‘if’ it’s a matter of when the wild fi re occurs. Wherever the ignition source is, that’s where that fi re is. It could be out in the middle of nowhere or it could be right next to a house.”

NJ Forest Fire Service and many other local fi re stations do everything they can to prevent forest fi res, but what can the community do to avoid fi res from spreading? Residents who live in wooded areas should create defensible space around their home that acts as a barrier between their land and any potential forest fi re.

“If you have a piece of property and you want to be in the middle of the woods with all your trees around that’s fi ne, but you need to create some kind of natural barrier so we can assist in protecting your home,” Lewis said. “If you have brush and trees that come up to the woods right up within 10 or 20 feet of your house, that doesn’t

give us any way to be able to protect your house. We like to start with 100 feet. Give us 100 feet of break, minimize the amount of things that can burn in between your house and that gives us a chance to get in there to defend your house.

“The biggest thing people need to realize is that they need to help us protect them and if they are backing up to woods, they need to take action. Another big thing is people use fire pits and forget to constantly attend them. You need to put out your fi re pits before you go to bed. That’s one of the biggest complaints we get from people,” Lewis said.

“We always like to advocate defensible space. If people have 100 feet of space, that makes our job easier in protecting them,” Raynor said. “Help us help you.

Be fi re-wise. Have defensible space and an evacuation plan. It’s like a hurricane, but with a wild fi re it starts and within an hour it could be impacting you. Whereas a hurricane you prepare a couple days ahead. It’s always important to have that plan in place.”

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condos. This proposal has a scheduled hearing in July.

Also at the June 14 meeting, the board was to review an application for a commercial development near Howell Middle School North and Howell High School, but this was postponed to August 23. This proposal includes 30 units of “multitenant flex” space, meaning a mix of warehouse and office space.

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Continued From Page 1 the area to keep people wearing masks and socially distancing.

But the legal issue was looming in the background. If someone believed that they caught COVID-19 in a clubhouse, they could sue the homeowner association as well as every member of the board. It could potentially devastate the association and

bankrupt those in charge. Even if they did everything right, and followed all the rules to keep people safe, they could still get sued.

It doesn’t matter that it might be difficult to prove that someone contracted a virus in a particular location. All that matters is that a lawsuit is possible. And lawsuits cost money.

Meanwhile, residents were mad that they were paying dues for amenities that were closed.

Therefore, a new law was recently signed that will indemnify the homeowner associations and its officers. This means that they are protected from lawsuits.

The State Senate bill, S-3584 and Assembly bill A-4979, were supported by a number of township governing bodies like Berkeley where there are a lot of senior developments.

The bill reads, in part: “Any illness, injury, death, or other damages arising from, or

related to, an exposure to, or transmission of, COVID-19 on the premises of a planned real estate development shall not give rise to any cause of action.

“The immunity provided pursuant to subsection a. of this section shall not apply to acts or omissions constituting a crime, actual fraud, actual malice, gross negligence, recklessness, or willful misconduct.”

It’s important to note that the law protects all homeowner associations, not just senior ones. However, because Ocean County is home to more over 55 retirement developments than any other county in New Jersey, the impact to seniors was huge in the area.

Some senior communities had started to open slowly, changing their own policies.

For example, one made residents sign a waiver that they wouldn’t sue if they contracted coronavirus. Some allowed members only in their facilities, not guests.

These steps were taken to circumvent lawsuits but it’s likely that they will be eased now that the indemnification is in place.

It is unknown if any senior community had been sued, however the governor was sued.

The Senior Coalition of Berkeley Township and the Holiday City South Homeowners Association sued Gov. Phil Murphy and the New Jersey Department of Health to enable senior residents to use clubhouses and other amenities again. Their suit was filed on May 4. The lawsuit was for seniors “to be able to enjoy fundamental rights guaranteed under both the New Jersey and United States Constitutions.”

Berkeley Councilman Michael Signorile, who chairs the Senior Coalition, said his goal is to “Get our community, especially our seniors, sensibly back to managing themselves without Trenton imposing arbitrary rules that are not consistent with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and plain old common sense.”

“We just want to bring some rationality to this pandemic’s irrationality,” Signorile said when the suit was filed. “Certainly, this lawsuit will likely accelerate a much-needed public dialogue about Trenton dictating policies which, at this time, are simply punishing seniors for no good reason.”

Nearly a decade ago, insurance companies inserted pandemic exclusions in the policies they wrote for condominium associations and other similar developments. Simply put, this meant an insurance company could legally deny pandemic-related claims brought against the homeowners’ association.

The Berkeley Township Council sent a message to the powers that be in Trenton that read, in part, “The health and welfare of our senior population depends on their ability to socialize and interact with peers.

Our seniors have been shut in so long that it is having devastating effects on their mental health and well-being. Berkeley Township has one of the highest senior populations in the state and I hear from them every day.

Not being able to go to their club houses to interact with others, and enjoy the pools and other amenities which their Senior Planned Real Estate Development Association provides has been life changing.

“The officers of all ten of the (senior communities) in Berkeley Township have told me that they do not feel they can open (Senior - See Page 7)

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Continued From Page 1 been interred and 23 were returned to family by VVA Chapter 12.

“When I heard about veterans being abandoned on shelves at funeral homes I couldn’t believe it and knew that we had to do something, so it became my mission,” Ernie Diorio, Vice President of the Vietnam Veterans of America, Chapter 12 said. “A lot of time and energy is put into this. You need to ensure veterans are honorably discharged, obtain their death and cremation certificates, and have a funeral with full militar y honors, but the results are extremely rewarding.”

The Military Honors For Forgotten Veterans event included four stops during the procession. After departing from the Manalapan Police Station, stops were made at the Hall of Records in Freehold Borough, CentraState Medical Center in Freehold Township and Prospertown Lake in Cream Ridge. The route concluded at the Brigadier General William C. Doyle Memorial Cemetery where the ceremony at which the cremains of the

forgotten were interred.

The Vietnam Veterans of America organized the procession along with the help of the Monmouth County Sheriff’s Off ice, Manalapan Township Police Department, Ocean County Sheriff’s Depar t ment, the Mon mouth Count y Gover nment Board of County Commissioners and CentraState Healthcare System.

“We could never repay our veterans for the sacrifices they have made, but what we can do is never forget. It’s vital that these veterans who served our country are given respect and provided a proper burial filled with dignity and honor,” Monmouth County Sheriff Shaun Golden said. “The Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office is proud to be a part this significant event and thank the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 12 for their commitment and tireless work to ensure these forgotten veterans receive full military honors.”

The service included a moment of ref lection, where a bouquet of f lowers was given to family members and a f lower was placed on each urn for the 23 forgotten veterans and two spouses.

−Photo courtesy MCSO (Above) County Clerk Chr ist ine Hanlon, Sheriff Shaun Golden and Selma Morris escort urns. (Right) The procession began at the Manalapan Township Police Department and ended at the Brigadier General William C. Doyle Memorial Cemetery.

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House Approves Smith’s $7M For Route 539 Overpass Through Base From The Desk Of

Congressman

Chris Smith WASHINGTON, D.C. - Rep. Chris Smith’s (R-4th) proposal for the much-needed County Road 539 (CR 539) overpass project was approved by the full House of Representatives as part of a larger roads and infrastructure package. Included within the transportation bill was $8 million - of which Smith secured $7 million - of federal funding to build the overpass on 539, which goes through the center of Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst (JB-MDL).

The 539 project - Smith’s top priority for inclusion in the Member Designated Projects section of the bill– - would provide faster and safer routes for New Jersey drivers and military personnel to navigate CR 539 and NJ Route 70 and address significant road hazards. The heavily traveled

roadways serve as critical shore-point connectors to and from federal highways on the western side of New Jersey.

“This important project will greatly reduce congestion on County Road 537 and Route 70 and enhance the safety of commuters by keeping military vehicles off these major roadways, which currently serve as common routes for travel across the base,” said Smith, who has fought tirelessly for federal funds for the project since it was fi rst identified by JB-MDL leadership.

The $7 million secured by Smith from the federal government would represent an immense portion of the funds required by Ocean County - the project’s sponsor - to build the overpass, which is expected to cost about $10 million in total.

Smith, who represents the majority of JBMDL, said the new overpass would allow civilian traffic to ride above CR 539, while large military tactical vehicles would be able to travel more safely and efficiently

below. Smith was relentless in coordinating efforts between Ocean County officials, JBMDL leadership, and North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority (NJTPA) officials to provide materials necessary to convince the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee of the significance of the proposal.

Smith also secured funding for seven additional projects across Monmouth, Ocean and Mercer counties and was successful in including all of his projects in the bill. A list of each project and supporting documents can be found here.

Other proposals by Smith that passed the House include: • The Mercer County Bus Purchase project to provide for the purchase of buses and bus equipment for the County’s Transportation Resources to Aid the Disadvantaged and Elderly (TRADE) program, which provides non-emergency transportation to residents of Mercer County who are elderly and those with disabilities; • The Improvement of Koleda Park in Middletown Township project to help convert a vacant lot into useful community space;

• The Point Pleasant Beach Channel Drive ADA Compliance Upgrade and Surface Revitalization project to enhance safety and ADA accessibility in a five-block shopping and business district by removing and replacing curbing and sidewalks; • The Freehold Borough Parking Improvement project to increase the existing 54 parking spaces to 67 spaces, restoring the heavily used parking lot, while also providing additional green space and reducing stormwater runoff; • The Route 35 Bridge Over the North Branch of Wreck Pond replacement project which will result in a safer and more resilient byway; • The Route 33 Bridge Over the Millstone River replacement project to replace a dangerous structure with a safer and more sound thoroughfare; • The Mercer County Roadway Safety Improvements project to help fund several necessary roadway improvements in Mercer County, including the installation of safety reflective pavement markings, reflective object markers, reflective roadway delineators, guide rail and other treatments.

Schools To Get Grants For Security, Drinking Water And More From The Desk Of The

Governor Phil Murphy

TRENTON – Governor Phil Murphy signed legislation to award school districts and county colleges with grants through the Securing Our Children’s Future Bond Act (SOCFBA). The grants will fund

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school security, water infrastructure improvements, and enhancement of career and technical education (CTE) in county vocational-technical school districts and county colleges The first round of grants, which the Governor transmitted to the Legislature for approval in May, will total $317.2 million and be distributed by the New Jersey Department of Education (DOE) and the Office of the Secretary of Higher Education (OSHE). Funds will be disbursed on a rolling basis contingent on final grant revisions and recipient submissions of reimbursement requests.

The SOCFBA is supported by $500 million in bonds approved by New Jersey voters in November 2018. Second-round details and applications will be announced at a later date.

“We must ensure a safe and high-quality educational experience for students across our state,” said Governor Murphy. “These projects will help our school districts and institutions of higher education keep students safe and healthy, while also ensuring that they are ready for the careers of future.”

“This is an investment that will benefit students throughout the state,” said Dr. Angelica Allen-McMillan, Acting Commissioner of Education. “It will lead to safer school facilities, ensure clean water, and help county vocational-technical schools grow programs to provide career readiness skills that students need.”

“One of our Higher Education State Plan goals is for every student to have high-qual-

ity, career-relevant academic programs that prepare them for success. That is exactly what this funding will be used for: enhancing access to experiential learning opportunities at our state’s county colleges that will equip students with in-demand skills needed to compete in a competitive job market,” said Higher Education Secretary Dr. Brian Bridges. “These critical projects and investments will help prepare today’s students for in-demand, high-paying careers needed to enhance New Jersey’s economic success.”

Governor Murphy signed the following: A-5886/S-3959 - Appropriates $66,173,243 for the installation of silent panic alarms to alert law enforcement during an emergency as required by Alyssa’s Law, and for other school security upgrades. Other school security upgrades include exterior lighting improvements, surveillance cameras, intercoms, remote locking/unlocking doors, shatter-resistant glass, signage improvements, generator installation, and impact-rated vehicle barriers.

Assembly sponsors Ralph Caputo, Sterley Stanley, Verlina Reynolds-Jackson, and Bill Moen issued the following joint statement: “School shootings are horrific tragedies that take far too many lives throughout our country each year. It is better to prepare for the possibility of a school shooting than it is to leave our schools undefended on the assumption it could never happen here.

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help protect students and staff in the event of an emergency. Making our schools safer is one crucial way we can secure our children’s futures.”

The first round of the SOCFBA will fund 494 proposed projects. These grants will be administered by the DOE. A-5887/S-3960 - Appropriates $6,608,212 for the construction, reconstruction, repair, rehabilitation, or replacement of water supply infrastructure in K-12 schools.

Assembly sponsors Daniel Benson, Angelica Jimenez, Adam Taliaferro, and Clinton Calabrese issued the following joint statement: “In recent years, New Jersey has begun taking steps to tackle the issue of unsafe lead levels in more than 100 water systems throughout our state by implementing thorough testing protocols, working to replace service lines, and more.

We must continue to seek ways to protect residents – especially children, who are highly vulnerable to the harmful effects of lead. Ensuring our schools have the resources they need to minimize or prevent lead exposure will help them protect the health and well-being of our children.”

The first round of the SOCFBA will fund 26 proposed projects. These grants will be administered by the DOE. The second round of grant funding will be issued following lead testing results required during the 2021-2022 school year.

A-5888/S-3961 - Appropriates $26,456,996 for county colleges to construct or expand classrooms, laboratories, libraries, computer facilities, and other academic structures to increase CTE program capacity.

“We need to expand our educational

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Continued From Page 4 their facilities due to the threat of litigation should someone assert that they contracted COVID-19 while in their clubhouse or at their pool. This proposed legislation rightfully gives immunity to (senior community associations) provided they act in good faith.”

Senator Christopher Connors, Assemblyman Brian Rumpf and Assemblywoman DiAnne Gove (R-9th) weren’t sponsors of the bill but they reported that the bill had been signed into law.

“It was a unanimous and bipartisan act by

The Howell Times, July 10, 2021, Page 7 programs surrounding vocational and jobready skills,” said Assemblyman Wayne DeAngelo. “There is a great demand for technically-trained and skilled workers in New Jersey, but not enough students are graduating with the expertise and skills required. We need to educate students on their projected fields of work and help them become employed.”

“Students need to be given the ability to train in subjects that encompass the future needs of business in our communities,” said Assemblyman John Armato. “This is not an overnight process, and a great deal of funding is required to ensure that those attending county colleges receive the tools and proper education for successful futures.”

The first round of the SOCFBA will fund nine proposed projects. These funds will be administered OSHE with the support of the Educational Facilities Authority (EFA).

A-58 8 9 / S -39 62 - A p p r o p r i a t e s $222,904,769 for construction projects that support CTE program expansion for County Vocational School Districts (CVSD).

These projects will fund renovation and new construction to increase student capacity in select county vocational CTE programs, including related demolition, site improvements and physical plant upgrades, and furniture and equipment in renovated, reassigned, or new spaces related to county vocational CTE program expansion. Applicants were required to demonstrate that new student seats would be in county vocational CTE programs that prepare students for high-demand, technically skilled careers.

The first round of the SOCFBA will fund 17 proposed projects. These grants will be administered by DOE.

the Legislature to pass this legislative initiative so that residents of senior communities can use their clubhouses and pools without fear of their HOA facing COVID-related lawsuits,” they said in a statement.

“Most board members of HOAs are volunteers who have been placed in difficult positions to act what they determined to be in the best interest of their communities with respect to the opening of facilities.

With the signing of S-3584, which takes effect immediately, board members of senior community residents can breathe a sigh of relief and move forward without the threat of their community being sued and forced to spend thousands in legal fees,” they said.

Soccer Skills And Games Clinic

HOWELL – With the Euros, Copa America, and other major soccer tournaments going on around the world, there’s no better time to learn the game! The Howell Township Police Athletic League will be holding a soccer clinic from July 12 through 15 at Middle School South from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m.

This clinic will stress individual self-im-

provement drills, competitions, and games in a fun, non-contact atmosphere. The clinic is hosted by Coach Seiler who has over 15 years of coaching experience at the middle school level. The clinic is open and intended for all different skill level participants.

Register today at howellpal.org and get ready to show off your skills while learning some new ones.

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−Photo courtesy Howell Schools HOWELL – Howell Township Public Schools is recognizing the work of their Middle School North students and staff for their efforts in providing lunches for those in need through the “Hornets Feed the Hungry” program!

Howell Restaurant Week Announced

HOWELL – The Howell Business Recovery Task Force is excited to announce the first ever Howell Restaurant Week.

They understand how difficult the last year has been and wanted to create buzz around one of the hardest hit industries – restaurants and food services. In an effort to drive business for you, they are hosting the First Annual Howell Restaurant Week.

They are offering free advertising on the township webpage and social media as well as advertising with local newspapers. The goal is to get as many people to visit your restaurant as possible.

Who is eligible: any and all restaurants and food establishments within Howell Township

When is the event: July 30 through August 8.

What do they need from you: information on any special promotions you want to run during this week, such as special food or drink items, special menus (think prixfixe), discounts or promotions. They will advertise these on the Township webpage and help get the word out.

What is the cost to you: nothing, other than your promotions or menu items How do I participate: send an email to howellrestaurantweek@gmail.com to let them know you are interested and to send them your menu, promotions or special items so they can advertise them.

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Township Now Accepting Applications For Howell Day

HOWELL – The Township is now accepting applications for Howell Day & Green Fair which will be held on September 25 from 3 to 8 p.m. at the Soldier Memorial

Park in Howell.

Enjoy games, rides, fireworks and music for the whole family. The application deadline is August 27. To apply, visit twp.howell.nj.us.

Howell PAL Announces Baseball Pitching Clinic

HOWELL – Calling all future MLB pitchers. Join for the Howell PAL’s Baseball Pitching Clinic this summer.

Learn the basic mechanics of pitching, as well as expand upon skills you already have.

The clinic will take place at Middle School

South from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Clinic dates are as followed: • Ages 10 through 12 – July 12 and 14 • Ages 13 through 16 – July 13 and 15 Register now at howellpal.org to reserve your spot.

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Around The Jersey shore Student Recognized At National Cyber Scholarship Competition

−Photo courtesy Freehold Regional FREEHOLD – Freehold High School rising senior, Daniel Bossett, has been named a Scholar in the National Cyber Scholarship Competition, a rigorous 48hour online competition sponsored by The National Cyber Scholarship Foundation. In recognition of his achievement, Daniel, a student in the Computer Science Magnet Program, was awarded a $2,500 scholarship and earned an invitation to participate in the Cyber Foundations Academy – a multi-week online program

based on the nationally-recognized SANS Foundations training course and certification – valued at more than $3,000.

Daniel competed against 5,000 high school st udent s i n a cyber secu r it y competition designed to challenge its participants to solve computer security problems and/or capture and defend computer systems. In total, 50,000 students nationwide sought to qualify for the NCSC; with just 10 percent meeting the requirements.

Downtown Freehold Announces Movie Night

FREEHOLD – Movie Night is every Wednesday at the Hall of Records in Downtown Freehold. Bring a blanket or chair to the Plaza, grab some great food, enjoy friends, family and a feature film on the 20foot wide screen and digital sound system.

The Hall of Records Plaza opens at 5 p.m.

Here is the upcoming list of movies: July 14: Rocky (PG) 1976; Start time 8:15 p.m.

July 21: Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again

(PG-13) 2018; Start time 8:15 p.m.

July 28: Black Panther (PG-13) 2018; Start time 8:15 p.m.

August 4: Blinded By The Light (PG-13) 2019; Start time 8:15 p.m.

August 11: Back To The Future II (PG) 1989; Start time 8 p.m.

August 18: Captain Underpants (PG); Start time 8 p.m.

August 25: Jaws (PG) 1975; Start time 8 p.m.

The Great OM Meditation

MONMOUTH COUNTY – It is believed that OM was the first sound made in our universe. The Ancient Yogis believed that when chanted, OM combines two of the most powerful healing resources we have: our breath and sound. In this program we will learn the basic technique to chanting OM so you can recreate this healing vibra-

tion and bring more clarity, more peace and more joy to your days to come.

The Monmouth County Parks System will be hosting this event on July 10 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. at Clayton Park and on July 28 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Bayshore Waterfront Park. $20 fee per person. To register, visit monmouthcountyparks.com.

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

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Around The Jersey Shore New Officers Announced For Brookdale Foundation

MONMOUTH COUNTY – The mission of the Brookdale Foundation is to help deserving students who neither qualify for state nor federal aid achieve their dream of a college degree so they can build a better future for themselves, their families, and our communities. Last year the Foundation provided nearly $850,000 in scholarships and grants to support student’s success. We are excited to announce the new officers of the board of trustees who will lead us in our mission.

Serving as president is Julia G. Zapcic, Long Branch, President and Co-founder of A Shared Universe Studios, LLC, and Vice President of Client Relations and Business Development at the ultraviolet agency. Dr. Susan E. Whyman, a historian from Fair Haven with a Ph.D. from Princeton Univer-

sity, will serve as vice president. Serving as treasurer is Philip Ferraro, Oceanport, First Vice President-Investments, at Wells Fargo Advisors, and serving as the Foundation’s secretary is Pericles Scaranni, an entrepreneur from Holmdel.

Nancy Kaari, Vice President of Advancement, said: “Our new officers individually and collectively bring a wealth of knowledge, experience, and passion to the Foundation’s mission and are committed to making students’ dreams of a college education a reality.”

The Foundation has two upcoming events: July 19, at 5:30 p.m., the Scholarship Summer Bash, and on September 23, the 42nd Annual Education Open Golf Tournament.

For more information about those events and the Foundation’s many scholarship programs for Student Success, go to brook dalecc.edu/advancement.

Ann C. Edwards Scholarship Winners Announced

JERSEY SHORE – The Jersey Shore Association for Human Resources (JSAHR) has announced the 2021 recipients of the Ann C. Edwards Scholarships. This year’s recipients are Alyssa Marie Bannach, the daughter of JSAHR member Lori Skowrenski Bannach; and Grace Huntington, the daughter of member Carolyn Broderick.

Bannach from Jackson, attends Jackson Liberty High School. She received $1,000 to further her education at Ocean County College. Huntington from Hazlet, attends Mater Dei Prep School, Middletown. She will use her $500 scholarship to attend Brookdale Community College.

These scholarships, awarded annually to the son or daughter of a JSAHR member, are part of JSAHR’s commitment to building the future through the education of young adults.

JSAHR, an affiliate of the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM), is an organization dedicated to the advancement of Human Resources professionals within Monmouth and Ocean counties.

The scholarship is named in honor of Ann C. Edwards. Edwards, who is retired, was a founding member and past president of the JSAHR. She had a long and distinguished career in the New Jersey HR field. Among other accomplishments, Edwards served as the Workforce Development Director for the Garden State Council of HR for many years; and was one of the founders of the Putting Your Best Foot Forward Program, a school to work job guide.

For more information about the scholarships, email Bob Kane at robertpkane@aol. com. Visit jsahr.shrm.org. for more information about JSAHR.

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Around The Jersey shore County Commissioner Speaks At K.E.Y.S Academy Ceremony

−Photo courtesy Monmouth County MONMOUTH COUNTY – On June 16, Deputy Director Monmouth County Commissioner Sue Kiley spoke at the K.E.Y.S Academy graduation, encouraging and celebrating the students and their achievements. K.E.Y.S provides an academically innovative environment for students diagnosed with substance abuse disorder and who seek a sober, healthy lifestyle. Congratulations to the graduates!

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Bacteria Pollution Impacts Could Close Beaches

By Bob Vosseller TRENTON – With a heat wave hitting the area this summer, water pollution could close beaches in the state or put swimmers’ health at risk.

Last year, bacteria levels at New Jersey beaches indicated that water was potentially unsafe for swimming on at least 35 days, according to a new report ‘Safe for Swimming?’ by Environment New Jersey Research & Policy Center.

Director of Environment New Jersey Research and Policy Center Doug O’Malley said “one day of a beach closing is too many. We need to keep our beaches safe for swimming by working with shore towns to build the infrastructure that will keep the water clean.

“The shore is packed, especially in a heat wave, and we want to ensure the cleanest possible water quality. Now is the time to provide federal infrastructure funding to ensure that our waters are always safe for swimming by reducing run-off and sewage pollution,” he added.

To assess water quality safety, the group examined whether pathogen indicator bacteria levels exceeded the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) most protective “Beach Action Value,” which is associated with an estimated illness rate of 32 out of every 1,000 swimmers. In New Jersey, the testing is conducted at 210 ocean and bay beaches.

New Jersey’s state action levels were triggered 35 times in 2020. Notably, the 5th Ave. Bay Front Beach at Seaside Park Borough had 14 exceedances and had bacteria levels above this safety threshold on 47 percent of the days tested last year, more than any other testing site in the state.

It also resulted in 12 days of beach closures at this site.

Beachwood West Beach in Beachwood was recorded via NJDEP data (but not EPA data) as having one exceedance before it was closed last July to investigate further pollution sources.

Clean Ocean Action Director Cindy Zipf said “while we’ve come a long way from the hundreds of beach closures in the past, it’s clear there are still problem areas and Clean Ocean Action is developing new programs to help track down and eliminate pollution sources

“This is a remarkable report card for New Jersey’s work to improve beach water quality. However, the program itself is long-overdue for an upgrade,” she added.

The Seaside Park 5th Ave. Bay Front beach, exceedances began in late August, first on August 17 and then again on August 24. This resulted in investigating primary and bracket stations daily until September

2, 2020, and elevated concentrations were still observed.

According to the NJDEP Cooperative Coastal Monitoring Program, an analysis indicated that wildlife was a likely source.

The beach reopened in early September and closed for the season the following week.

The closure of Beachwood Beach was early in the season as elevated levels of bacteria

were observed in ambient conditions. As early as July, it was decided to close down the beach to allow for source track down investigations.

The beach there is part of the Toms River, and there is little current so the beach tends to close more than others.

These chronic water quality problems are (Beaches - See Page 21)

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Around The Jersey shore K9 Celebrates 12th Birthday

−Photo courtesy Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office MONMOUTH COUNTY – The Monmouth County Sheriff ’s Office is celebrating their K9 Ari who turned 12. Sheriff Golden and the MCSONJ wish him a very Happy Birthday. He and partner S/O Jay Aretino have been together for 10.5 years and are a valuable asset in maintaining public safety and combating the proliferation of drugs in Monmouth County.

Go On An Enviro-Quest This Summer!

LINCROFT – This summer seek out some nature fun by joining the Monmouth County Park System for Enviro-Quest!

Meeting each week at a different county park, this nature program is fun, easy and free. Start in the parking lot and follow the Enviro-Quest signs to where the Park System Naturalist is waiting. Once there, join in mini nature lesson, activity, or walk for 30 to 60 minutes of nature-based fun. Activities may include meeting a live animal, fi nding hidden treasures, or discovering animal knickknacks.

The schedule is as follows: July 1 at 11 a.m. Dorbrook Recreation Area, Colts Neck - Meet in the basketball court parking lot.

July 8 at 11 a.m. Tatum Park, Middletown - Meet in the Red Hill Activity Center parking lot.

July 15 at 11 a.m. Huber Woods Park, Middletown - Meet in the Environmental

Center parking lot.

July 22 at 11 a.m. Shark River Park, Wall - Meet in the Shelter Building parking lot.

July 29 at 11 a.m. Big Brook Park, Marlboro - Meet in the dock parking lot.

August 5 at 11 a.m. Freneau Woods Park, Aberdeen - Meet in the Visitor Center parking lot.

August 12 at 11 a.m. Crosswicks Creek Park - Meet in the Province Line Road parking lot in Allentown.

August 19 at 11 a.m. Clayton Park, Upper Freehold - Meet in the Emley’s Hill Road parking lot.

August 26 at 11 a.m. Perrineville Lake Park - Meet in the Agress Road parking lot in Millstone.

For more information about this program or the Monmouth County Park System, visit MonmouthCountyParks.com or call 732-842-4000.

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RED BANK – The Monmouth ACTS is partnering with JBJ Soul Kitchen Red Bank Pilgrim Baptist Church and Lunch Break to offer “Resource Days” for the men in need, living in Red Bank and surrounding communities every 2nd and 4th Thursday from 3:30 to 5 p.m. now through July.

Available resources include: caring staff and volunteers, COVID screening, socially distant sleeping areas, laundry, showers, computers, health screening, counseling, social services, snack bags, barber/haircuts, hygiene supplies and much more.

For more information, call the Hot Line at 848-260-9076

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

Get Control Of Headaches Once And For All

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. Recently, I was headed to meet a friend for lunch, and she texted me last minute she had a migraine. I turned the car around, went home, grabbed a copy of my Headache Free book and dropped it off for her.

When I checked on her the next day, she was way better than she normally would be 24 hours after the episode. She said she had tried a couple of the quick hacks I recommended in my book and improved so today’s article is dedicated to migraines, and the migrenades that cause them!

A “migrenade” is my term for substances that go off like a grenade in your brain, and trigger a migraine. It’s a made-up term that works well and is immediately understood.

All the pain-causing cytokines in your body should be considered migrenades, because they are responsible for the pain and inflammation associated with headaches. One of them is NF Kappa B which is discussed below. But first of all, I suggest you minimize or eliminate these most powerful migrenades if you ever want to feel better: • Artificial sweeteners and dyes • Any clothing that requires dry cleaning • Monosodium glutamate (MSG) • Vegetable oil which contains bromine • Fancy dryer sheets • Perfume that contains synthetic chemicals By the way, you can make your own dryer sheets by taking some cotton and putting a few drops of your favorite essential oil and tossing it in the dryer with your clothes. I like lavender mixed with either wild orange or lemon essential oil. The possibilities using natural essential oils are limitless and this trick won’t harm your endocrine

glands.

Now, let’s cover two important nutrients that support your endocrine glandular health* Iodine. Iodine is one of the components that helps make thyroid hormone. Low thyroid hormone is one cause for migraines, so iodine or a good thyroid supplement could be helpful at reducing frequency.

Ashwagandha. This herb comes from a shrub native to India, and it’s also called Indian Ginseng. The extract helps make thyroid hormone and provide antioxidant protection. One of my favorite supplements for thyroid (and adrenal) health is “winter cherry” or ashwagandha, known botanically as Withania somnifera. I often suggest it as an option for people cannot sleep because it is so sedating. This herb is a strong antioxidant and will protect your DNA. Earlier, I mentioned NF Kappa B as a natural compound in your body, but one that is associated with migraines. Activation of this substance is also associated with facial pain, autoimmune diseases, depression, anxiety, attention deficit, diabetes, chronic infections, obesity and just the mere fact that you’re aging.

Fortunately, there are natural compounds that slow down this pathway, reducing pain.

Among the best are probiotic supplements, a cup of green tea, lipoic acid, omega 3 fish oils, curcumin, lipoic acid, resveratrol and a few others. The popular medication for diabetes “metformin” also happens to dampen down this pathway. If you’d like to read a more comprehensive version of this article, please sign up for my newsletter at suzycohen.com and I’ll email you more information.

(This information is not intended to treat, cure or diagnose your condition. Suzy Cohen is the author of “The 24-Hour Pharmacist” and “Real Solutions.” For more information, visit www.SuzyCohen.com) ©2021 SUZY COHEN, RPH. DISTRIBUTED BY DEAR PHARMACIST, INC.

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R.C. Shea & Assoc.

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Michael J. Deem, Esq.

Remember Social Media Is Not Your Friend

By: Michael J. Deem, Esq., of R.C. Shea & Associates Once an injury claim is reported to an insurance company their number one priority is to stop the bleeding. Not your bleeding; their bleeding! The primary concern of any insurance company is to find a way to not pay your claim, so you will be immediately investigated.

What Do Insurance Adjusters Look For After A Claim Is Filed?

A personal injury claim is built on evidence. While your lawyer is compiling evidence to support your claim, the insurance adjuster on the other side is looking for ways to undermine it.

Beware of prying eyes. Your social media accounts are full of tidbits — even your most innocent posts, photos, or those you are tagged in — can be woven together and used against you. Even posts made by your family and friends are fair game for an aggressive adjuster. Even if all your social media accounts are protected with the strictest privacy controls, sometimes harmful information finds its way into the hands of the adjuster. It’s used as evidence to reduce their financial exposure or, worse yet, to prevent you from receiving any compensation at all.

Adjusters look for the weakest link. If they sense you lack self-control, they may try to friend you on Facebook or follow you on Instagram. They also may try to buddy up to your friends to get insider information about you and the accident.

Even your posts on dating sites can be mined and used against you.

What to Do on Social Media After a Car Accident Avoid doing anything on social media that could hurt your claim. You only have one opportunity to get this right, so you should leave nothing to chance. Tell your friends to refrain from posting anything about you or tagging you in photos on

social media — past, present, or future.

If you see the need to delete anything from your accounts, ask your attorney fi rst. It could be seen as an attempt to destroy evidence.

What Not to Do on Social Media After a Car Accident Sharing information about your case on social media makes it public. You instantly give up any confidentiality protections.

The defense can subpoena it and use it against you. It’s best to post nothing.

For this reason, keep in mind the following: • Don’t reply to questions from your friends or family asking about how you’re feeling.

• Don’t post photos of yourself exercising or doing anything physical.

• Don’t post any medical information or anything from your attorney.

• Don’t post “check-ins.”

• Don’t accept “friend” or “follow” requests from people you don’t know.

• Don’t bad-mouth the insurance company.

• Don’t defend your actions during the accident.

• Don’t send texts or private messages.

• Don’t lie, especially about when events occurred. Everything online is timestamped and can be used against you.

Contact R.C. Shea & Associates If You Have Been Injured If you’re the victim of an accident then choosing the right personal injury lawyer is the most important decision you will make. At R.C. Shea & Associates, a firm with over 35 year of experience, a Certified Civil Trial Layer will handle your case. There’s nothing to lose and everything to gain by scheduling a free consultation. Contact us now to get started, 732-505-1212.

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Around The Jersey shore 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.

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MCSPCA Announces Job Opportunities

MONMOUTH COUNTY – The Monmouth County SPCA is currently hiring for Customer Service Representatives and a Veterinary Staff for their Vogel Veterinary Care Center and shelter medical side.

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Dear Joel

By Joel Markel

Peaceful Lunch

Dear Joel, My buddy and I decided to go to lunch at our favorite serve yourself buffet. Kathy, a coworker invited herself along. Once we got a plate she started right in, “We’ll sit at that table, the napkins are over there, you don’t need any salt, it’s not good for you.” All this before I even had my first bite. Can you think of something snappy I could say to put her in her place?

Answer Her behavior is certainly unsavory.

I would remind her that you picked a buffet for lunch because you and your buddy like to make choices. Tell her lunch is your downtime; a peaceful hour in the day when you don’t have to do anything but pick what you want and enjoy it. You might be polite and

thank her for her concer n, but remind her that you are an adult. Adults know that cookies for dinner are bad, but having them for dinner is a perk of being a grown-up. Tell her that being stressed out over lunch is just as bad as adding salt, then tell her you didn’t order “being bossed around” as a side dish.

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Beaches:

Continued From Page 13 being investigated by a multi-year track down project, with a set of environmental, community and governmental partners, including NJDEP, Clean Ocean Action, Save Barnegat Bay and MATES (Marine Academy of Technology and Environmental Science).

“This problem is on the bayside only.

Ocean beaches in Seaside Park are all clean, safe and open. We have had some trouble recently at one bayside beach at 5th Avenue which we suspect is related to the state’s newly installed stormwater pumping stations. We have reached out to all of the agencies involved and environmental groups for assistance and would welcome a collaborative effort to solving the problem.

This beach is used by our children and has never had these problems prior to the Route 35 project,” Borough Mayor John A. Peterson Jr. said.

Other beaches in the state found potentially unsafe for swimming at least twice in 2020 included beaches in Long Beach Township (Bay Beach), Surf City (Bay Beach), Lavallette (Bay Beach), Wildwood, Sea Isle City and Cape May. The monitoring with exceedances included 10 testing locations in nine separate communities.

Save Barnegat Bay’s Executive Director Britta Forsberg remarked, “development pressures continue at the Shore and around Barnegat Bay as everyone wants to live by the water. We need the continued support of federal and state dollars to update infrastructure, both green and gray, to keep our home waters fishable and swimmable.”

“Towns like Seaside Park have been good stewards of our beaches and have made significant local investments in a planned living shoreline and water quality project which

includes an oyster reef,” Forsberg added.

“The road to safer swimming waters has two lanes. There is a point-source lane that runs through Washington D.C. Lawmakers can choose to fully fund the Clean Water Revolving Fund which helps build and upgrade sewage treatment infrastructure.

They can fully fund the BEACH Act as well which pays for all this testing at recreational bathing beaches,” John Weber, Mid Atlantic Regional Manager for the Surfrider Foundation said.

“The non-point-source lane to safer swimming waters depends on thousands of decisions made by individual property owners like when a homeowner decides to install an Ocean Friendly Garden, or when a municipality decides to reduce its stormwater runoff through a low impact development ordinance,” he said.

Polluted runoff from roads and parking lots, overflowing or failing sewer systems, and farms are common sources of contamination that can put swimmers’ health at risk and lead authorities to close beaches or issue health advisories. Scientists estimate 57 million instances of people getting sick each year from contact with polluted waters in the U.S. Taylor McFarland, Acting Director, Sierra Club New Jersey said, “we’ve been having a hot summer. Folks want to enjoy our beaches, but water pollution continues to threaten the Shore year after year. Stormwater runoff and sewage end up in our bays and ocean, closing beaches for sometimes days at a time.”

“Every year, this report has shown that New Jersey needs to do more to protect our coast and bays from chronic pollution, runoff from fertilizers and sceptics, and old leaky sewer pipes. It’s time for the Murphy Administration and the NJDEP to wake up and smell the sewage,” McFarland said.

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Rabid:

Continued From Page 19 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.

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 announcement 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 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 fi rst day of the new school year.

Last spring the governor indicated that students and school staff in the state would most likely have to wear masks when school resumes in the fall with some

flexibility for high school students who have been vaccinated.

Most high school students are expected to have been vaccinated by September.

The governor mentioned 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.

Howell PAL Announces Police Youth Academy

HOWELL – Attention all incoming 6, 7 and 8 grade students! The Howell Township Police Department and the Howell Police Athletic League are pleased to announce that their 11th annual Police Youth Academy will take place this summer.

The camp will be July 26 to July 30, and August 2, with a graduation on August 3.

The camp will operate from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day.

They are now accepting applications.

Visit howellpal.org to apply now! This program is designed to introduce your child to the different aspects of law enforcement. All cadets will have the opportunity to learn about a wide variety of law enforcement functions as well as the various types of emergency services and training that is required to become a police officer.

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HOWELL – The Farmingdale-Howell First Aid Squad needs you! Members are needed so volunteer today. You can call 732-938-3161 or check them out on Facebook.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of jul 10 - jul 16

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): ”Seeing is believing” might be your motto this week, even if what you see is merely a vision of the way you think things ought to be. Celebrate Independence Day with a toast.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Cookouts by a pool or romantic walks hand in hand might live up to your fantasies. You may find opportunities for love as the week unfolds. Get together with a special partner for private bliss.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): This could be one of those days when you feel the need to protect someone’s feelings. As the week unfolds, you may find new ways to become more financially secure or make your mark at work.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): It takes a village. Mutual support is a good possibility now. Believe in others in the week ahead and they will likely make you proud and prove that they can keep their promises.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Enjoy get-togethers with friends and hopefully some exciting holiday fireworks. Use your imagination to please your loved ones. Focus on doing your job well in the week ahead.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You might be happiest in any gathering that is filled with camaraderie and genuine caring. Go to places where you can relax and speak your mind. You may meet some influential people in the week ahead.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Someone

friendly who may seem fickle could prove to be utterly trustworthy. If you accept an invitation during the upcoming week, you might be treated like a family member and have a delightful time.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Feel free to be honest with others. Add a steadying hand to the helm to guide loved ones past unforeseen obstacles in the week ahead. You may be more objective than they are about some issues and situations.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): There may be fireworks or stars in your eyes. Either way, they can illuminate your quest for love and success. Don’t let vague half-truths cloud your judgment or fog your thinking during the week ahead.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You may meet someone who opens your eyes to a more empowered worldview. As the week unfolds, you can make progress toward your most important ambitions through hard work and persistence.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Celebrate the red, white and blue and spend happy, relaxed times with your tribe this holiday. Loved ones may display enormous ambition and talent in the week ahead.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Someone might value your opinion in the upcoming week, so don’t hide your thoughts or be vague about details. You may inadvertently mislead someone if you are not forthcoming.

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