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By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – T he school district’s food services program was highly successful and profitable, according to Food Service Director Joseph Immordino who provided a report to the Board during a recent meeting. “The food service department had a very favorable technical review by the State with no corrective actions,” he said. “We were able to provide meals to hybrid students (those who attended live and
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home instruction classes), to in school students and remote learners as well. We kept our food costs well below industry standards despite COVID issues.” Immordino noted an increase in participation in breakfast “primarily due to meals being taken home daily as well as meals sent home to remote learners and students coming into cafeterias on a daily basis.” He said that after the COVID-19 pandemic conditions began in
mid-March 2020, “all meals were provided to students for free March through June. All students were remote learners during this time period. From March through June, we served meals via pickup at various locations and we provided delivery service as well.” The director added, “for the school year 2021 the USDA cont i nue d t o m a nd at e meals for all students and during the summer plans were devel-
oped and executed with lunch added to schedules. High schools had grab and go meals at dismissal and meals included breakfast and lunch for those students as well.” In February with elementary schools going back to a five-day live schedule, meals were provided at the end of the day “and in March the same thing. We provided the middle schools meals at the end of the day for them. In April when the high (Food - See Page 5)
Former Jackson Superintendent To Lead Toms River Schools
By Bob Vosseller TOMS RIVER – A little over a year ago, Stephen Genco retired as superintendent of Jackson Township’s School District. He’ll be coming out of retirement this fall as the interim Superintendent of Toms River Schools. Genco will replace
Thomas Gialanella, who served in that role since January 1. Gialanella is returning to his position at Ocean County College on August 1. The Toms River School Board approved Genco’s hiring as it continues its search for a long-term appointment. Genco has the qualifica-
tions to steer the district through its transition to new leadership. He is a former science teacher and rose from principal at Wall Township High School to assistant superintendent at Jackson Township School District, where he would ultimately serve as super-
intendent for seven years before retiring. Prior to Jackson, Genco led South Plainfield School District for four years, and had most recently returned to his educational roots by teaching a leadership course at Georgian Court University before being
called upon by the Toms River School District Genco remarked that he was “genuinely honored to have the opportunity to lead Toms River Schools. Over the years in my various professional roles, and through being a longtime Jersey
July 31, 2021
New Department Heads Named
By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – School Board members and administrative staff welcomed some new hires and promoted current employees during a recent Board of Education meeting. The Board voted to approve the hiring of Kristopher Soto as interim transportation director. Former Transportation Director John Griffiths resigned as director of transportation in Jackson effective June 1. He had previously headed the Edison Township School District Transportation Department. His resignation was approved at an April 28 board meeting. Board members congratulated Anthony Bruno, who took over as director of buildings and grounds from Edward Ostroff who retired earlier this month. Bruno previously served as that department’s Maintenance Foreman and was approved at a June 23 Board meeting to replace Ostroff. Lori Henry was also congratulated during the session. She was approved as the school district’s supervisor of Math and Science. Henry had served as the school district’s Math Interventionist at McAuliffe Middle School. She replaces Tina Topoleski, who retired in June. (Staff - See Page 6)
Board Hears Report On Harassment, Intimidation And Bullying By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – The Board of Education heard an update on the school district’s Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying (HIB) report from Raymond Milewski, the School District’s director of security. By State law, every district has to record statistics of these offenses. The name is
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a little misleading because a HIB is not just logged when someone is bullied; they have to be bullied for something like skin color, sexuality, or religion in order for the state to recognize it. These incidents also, of course, only include those that are reported to school officials. “We did see a noticeable decrease in many of our categories with the exception of our harassment and bullying cases,” Milewski said, compared to this time last year. “We did have a total of 30 cases reported for report period two as compared to 28 last year at this time.” He noted that all the other numbers in various categories had gone down which include violence, vandalism, weapons and abuse cases. “Most of our categories were zero in such areas as fights, threats, sexual offenses with the exception of our harassment and bullying case. On the elementary level we had a total of 17 cases reported in period two.” Board member Gus Acevedo asked for more details about the 10 cases reported at the Switlik Elementary School. “We did have multiple cases reported. There had been previous incidents reported before during report period one that carried over to report period two. There have been HIB complaints and counter complaints which did increase our numbers at the Switlik Elementary School,” Milewski replied. The next slide of his PowerPoint presentation showed the number of incidents for the school district’s secondary schools. “We did have a number of cases reported in regards to our violence at Liberty, Memorial and also McAuliffe. Our total number of HIB cases were 13,” he added. Vandalism cases from across all of Jackson’s 10 schools was zero. There were no weapons offenses for report period two across all of Jackson’s schools, Milewski said. As far as action taken by the school district by administrators, “there were three incidents where the police were notified and there was no complaint filed in those cases. There were no cases of police notified and a case filed.” He added that there was one case of in school suspension and nine cases of out of school suspensions. Milewski said in a breakdown of student offenders and student victims there was a total of 10 student offenders and one student victim. He added that communication is promoted among all school staff members. “We try to push that information along and to address these issues as we become aware of them and as quickly as we can.” Board Vice President Michael Walsh asked about HIB reporting, “How many, guesstimating, would be social media involved?” Milewski put those numbers up on the screen moments later and explained them to the Board. He noted that the district’s anti-bullying specialists (ABS) at the district’s middle schools had a change
over from report period one. “We had a change of personnel at the Goetz School. Many of the programs we saw in report period one were carried over to report period two.” Milewski presented a breakdown of alleged and confirmed HIB investigations from 2020 to 2021. There was three confirmed HIB cases at the elementary level for period two as opposed to two cases in 2020. At the district’s secondary schools there were two confirmed HIBs. “We did have our share of HIB cases for period two. The motivating factor for our confirmed HIBs, color was the motivation for two of those cases.” Answering Walsh’s question about the location of the HIB incidents, Milewski said “10 of those incidents was on school grounds. We did see a shift from last year in which we had a larger number of cases that occurred in our classrooms. In report period two we did see a shift of many of those cases turning to internet-based cases and cell phone-based cases. Some of that is involved with social media,” Milewski said. He noted four school bus cases and four incidents that occurred off school grounds. He said in the classification of some of the cases “many of them are common. Demeaning type of behavior, offending text messages, name calling, offensive comments and so on.” Milewski said the outcome of all the HIB incidents involved parent student conferences, out of school suspensions, and suspensions of privileges. “There was a case where a letter of apology was issued. Some of the remedial measures that were utilized were counseling and mediation. In self-assessment grade for our schools in 2021 we saw a bit of a decrease in the number from last year. The number dropped down to 64.1 and this is directly related to the pandemic, and some of the changes in personnel for period two.” Acevedo asked how off school grounds infor mation was obtained. “Most of those incidents are reported via telephone or e-mail of which our schools are notified of the complaint. In most cases it is a parent that will report the incident to our school administrators,” Milewski responded. Board member John Burnetsky asked what could be done to “move it back to the 70s” in scoring the district, meaning how incident numbers can be lowered. “I understand the personnel concerns but a seven point drop is concerning.” “I am hopeful moving into the new school year and getting back into a more normal routine and a school schedule, that our ABS members can get back to their normal schedules and be able to implement these programs that they have been accustomed to primary to the pandemic,” Milewski said. He noted that trainings for ABS members were being scheduled for the upcoming year that might also include principals to review procedures “and how we can do things better.”
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tion of negative balances - we are looking at a deficit of $8,400 and we had some staffing concerns specifically due to COVID.”
schools started five-day education while they were continuing to be served grab and go meals, we did the same thing. This meal format continued until the end of the year for all levels,” he said. “Some of the challenges that we faced during the course of the year was a rising cost and product availability - specifically PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) items. One of the items we had particular problems with was gloves. Before the pandemic we were paying approximately $26 a case for them. During the pandemic it spiked to about $80 to $90 a case. The same exact product. The availability was minimal at best,” Immordino added. He stressed to the Board and public the declining enrollment of the school district which he said was “about 400 students which is from a comparison from last year. We had more students in 2018-19. Collec-
Free Meals Immordino said that in the coming school year, pursuant to the US Department of Agriculture, “all breakfast and lunches will be free to all students for the year. High schools we will providing a single unit lunch so we are going to provide breakfast to all students at dismissal. We have a little history with this now because we’ve done it for the entire year. I believe this will be of great benefit to all the students. Our primary concern will be with supply chain issues.” Revisions could occur with any changes of guidelines by state and federal health agencies. Other challenges Immordino mentioned, were minimum wage changes and contractual obligations. He said the department would be “streamlining our selection and snacks and continue to provide healthy meal options for both in-school and grab and go breakfasts.”
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Continued From Page 1 Shore guy, I’ve come to know and deeply respect many of the fine people who make up this district. “I look forward to working with them, and to serving the students and families of this closeknit, diverse, and proud community for the next several months,” Genco added. Toms River Regional Schools is the second largest suburban district in New Jersey, and Genco will be able to build off his experience at Jackson, another K-12 district that serves nearly 9,000 students. “Steve will do a fantastic job,” said outgoing Interim Superintendent Gialanella. They had both been administrators in Jackson. “I’ve known him for many years, and he has the perfect temperament and educational background to navigate any challenges and keep this district moving in a positive direction.” That educational background aligns well with the district’s current vision and goals. At Wall, Genco helped implement the accreditation process for students, which Toms River recently enhanced through dual enrollment with Ocean County College. It was noted by Toms River School District officials that Genco’s experience in large-scale collaborative projects and curriculum development bodes well, as does his research-based
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is much more contagious. Parents, students and school staff are pondering whether concerns of these strains will result in reinstating mandatory protective masks at the beginning of the new school year next fall. No decision has yet been made for students or staff to wear masks and currently it is planned for students to wear them on an optional basis. School administrators said they are working on reopening plans for next year, and are close to having something to release to the public.
projects in improving school climate and integrating diverse student populations. While he was superintendent, Jackson Schools became part of the statewide Support Our Schools (SOS) coalition of districts adversely affected by State Bill S-2 (which cut state aid), so Genco is well equipped to continue carrying that torch on behalf of Toms River, school officials noted. “I believe that the most important interaction that occurs in a school is between the teacher and the student. As interim superintendent, I’ll be steadfast in my commitment to creating opportunities that foster this relationship as well as providing teachers with rich professional development experiences as part of a professional learning community,” Genco added. The superintendent position has become a political issue in Toms River. Former Superintendent David Healy retired on the last day of 2020. Healy had offered to stay until the end of June while the superintendent search was underway, but that move was blocked, some say politically. Two options for a permanent superintendent have become known – current assistant superintendent James Ricotta and James Altobello, director of secondary instruction for the Hamilton School District. There are accusations that backroom maneuvering has caused a minority group of board members to push for Altobello, but they have denied this.
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Spotlight On Government Correspondence & Commentary From Your Local, County, State & Federal Officials
WASHINGTON, D.C. Rep. Chris Smith (R-4th) announced that he will seek a recorded vote by the entire House of Representatives on his legislation to allow U.S. citizens the right to sue the Chinese government for its large-scale misrepresentation campaign during the coronavirus pandemic. Smith’s announcement follows a recorded vote on his amendment (26 Democrats - No; 21 Republicans - Yes) held by the House Foreign Affairs Committee, which excluded it from the Ensuring American
TRENTON - Governor Phil Murphy signed legislation (S-854) requiring civics instruction at the middle school level. Currently, New Jersey is one of a minority of states which does not require civics instruction for middle school students. Under the legislation, the New Jersey Center for Civic Education at Rutgers University will be directed to prepare civics curriculum guidelines for local school boards, ensuring that middle and high school students study the values and principles underlying the American system of constitutional democracy, the function of government, and the role of a citizen in a democratic society. The bill also directs the New Jersey Center for Civic Education at Rutgers University to provide professional development and oth-
Congressman Smith Wants People To Sue China Over COVID Misinformation
Global Leadership and Engagement (EAGLE) Act. The Committee’s party-line vote marked a historic first recorded vote in the House on the right to sue China for its gross lack of transparency during the COVID-19 pandemic. “Justice delayed is justice denied,” said Smith, who fifteen months ago first introduced a bill nearly identical to his amendment. “We must get to the truth about what happened and those who were involved to bring justice to those who suffered greatly.”
During Committee debate on his legislation, Smith called attention to the deleterious consequences resulting from the Chinese gover nment’s failure to be transparent amid the COVID-19 crisis, including the enormous loss of life caused by the pandemic, which killed over 26,000 in his home state of New Jersey; 600,000 across the country; and 4 million throughout the entire world. “Knowing that China’s dictator Xi Jinping and his government systematically failed to be truthful and
transparent, my amendment seeks to not only gain access to more information but also provide much-needed relief to the loved ones of those who died and others who have suffered severe economic loss during the pandemic,” said Smith, who has chaired 72 hearings on China’s egregious human rights abuses. Smith’s amendment would waive the Foreign Immunities Act to empower United States citizens with the right to sue the Chinese government in U.S. courts for personal injury, death, mon-
etary damages, or damage to or loss of property occurring in the U.S. as a result of the Chinese Communist Party’s willful or grossly negligent misrepresentation of information to the World Health Organization (WHO). The amendment would also apply to other countries who provide misinformation to the WHO about the nature, seriousness or communicability of an infectious disease. “Besides damages paid to those individuals who have endured so much pain and loss, my amendment
Murphy: Civics Instruction Will Now Be Required At Middle School Level
er resources for high school social studies teachers as they fulfill the requirement of integrating civics into the existing United States history course. Under the bill, beginning in the 2022-2023 school year, each board of education is required to provide a course of study in civics at the appropriate grade level. The legislation is also known as “Laura Wooten’s Law” in honor of the longest continuously serving poll worker in American history. Laura Wooten worked polls in New Jersey for 79 years before passing away in 2019. “By deepening civics instruction in middle school and high school, we are giving students the tools they need to be more engaged and informed citizens,” said Gover nor Mur phy. “An understanding of civics strengthens our democracy
by ensuring an understanding of the role that everyone plays in the future of their community, our state, and our nation. I am proud to sign this bill into law and honor Laura Wooten’s incredible civic legacy.” “While civics has been a key element of our state’s learning standards for decades, this new law greatly increases the focus and attention that schools will place on civics instruction,” said Dr. Angelica Allen-McMillan, Acting Commissioner of Education. “The additional instruction that students will receive will ultimately lead to a well-informed and well-rounded citizenry.” “Government leaders have been sounding the alarm about the civics crisis in this country for years, and I am grateful we are finally taking action,” said Senator
Shirley Turner. “The crisis reached a breaking point after the November election, which culminated in an insurrection at our U.S. Capitol in January. Safeguarding our democracy is now more urgent than ever, and one of the best ways we can do that is by teaching our future generations about the importance of civic skills, engagement, and participation and the value of a democratic process. The lack of civics knowledge creates a challenge to maintaining a perfect union, establishing justice, and ensuring domestic tranquility. We must learn to work together for the good of all of our communities and begin to bridge the deep political divide that exists in this country.” “A well-rounded education in civics is essential for creating knowledgeable,
engaged citizens who understand the sacrifices and hardships made on behalf of our democracy,” said Senate Republican Leader Tom Kean. “The law…will help provide students with the skills and background necessary for them to actively participate in democratic society. Every student in our public schools will have the opportunity to learn about how our government functions, the rights of citizens, and the values our nation was built on.” “I think we all appreciate how critical teaching civics is to the continuation of our democracy,” said Arlene Gardner, President of the NJ Center for Civic Education at Rutgers. “This new requirement for a civics course in New Jersey middle schools is a well thought-out and carefully considered effort to address
New Restaurants Coming Soon To Ocean County Mall
By Alyssa Riccardi TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Mall has announced that two new restaurants will be opening soon in the Lifestyle Center. Turning Point is slated to open in August of this year, while PF Chang’s location is
new to the Ocean County market and will begin construction soon. Turning Point is a daytime café featuring delicious breakfast, lunch and brunch options in stylish surroundings. P.F. Chang’s brings a unique experience
with a combination of Chinese cuisine, attentive service, wine and tempting desserts all served in a stylish, high-energy bistro. The eatery is scheduled to start construction this month. These two restaurants will be joining
can bring discovery and the opportunity in court to ask probing questions that will hopefully lead to answers and help prevent this type of behavior in the future.” Smith’s amendment parallels the Justice Against Sponsors of Terrorist Act (JASTA) - legislation enacted by Congress in 2016 over the veto of President Obama allowing the families of 9/11 victims to seek justice against Saudi Arabia for aiding and abetting the terrorists involved in the horrific attacks.
an educational and citizenship need. As president of the New Jersey Center for Civic Education at Rutgers University, I am both humbled and proud to be able to help in the implementation of this new course and in bringing New Jersey to the forefront of reimaging civic learning for the 21st century.” “My mother would be so honored to know that a bill would be passed recognizing her legacy of civic responsibility,” said Yvonne Hill, the daughter of Laura Wooten. “She always felt that the youth should be involved in exercising the hard-fought right to vote and help make change. Her famous words were ‘Don’t say you can’t make a difference. How can you make a difference if you don’t vote?’”
many other businesses that have opened at the Lifestyle Center, which includes Ulta Beauty, Five Below, Sweetwater’s Coffee & Tea & HomeSense. For a full list of stores visit the center’s website at simon.com/mall/ocean-county-mall.
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Group Wants To Protect Swans From Humans
By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK - A male swan that was deemed aggressive by NJ Fish & Wildlife and was slated for euthanasia has received national news coverage after dozens of Seawood Harbor residents tried to save the bird. They said it was jet skiers who were being aggressive and the swan was only protecting his family of six cygnets (see The Brick Times July 17, 2021). In an unexpected turn of events, the swan became entangled in fishing line and was rescued by John Bergmann, who is the director of the animal sanctuary, Popcorn Park Zoo in Forked River. “Alfie,” as the residents of Seawood Harbor have named the swan, is recovering from his injuries in an enclosed area of the sanctuary, where he will have to live for the rest of his life, Bergmann said in a recent phone interview. “At least he won’t be euthanized,” he said. “I would love to reunite him with his family where he belongs, but because of how things were handled with the jet skis and everything, NJ Fish & Wildlife won’t allow them to be reunited.” Once Alfie recovers, he would have his f light feathers clipped and would be moved to an area where he could swim - but not f ly - within the sanctuary, Bergmann said. Chasing jet skiers and getting aggressive when people get too close is the swan’s defense mechanism, he said. “He’s just trying to protect his family. We need to educate people how to act around wildlife. These things shouldn’t happen. It’s a shame,” Bergmann said. Asked if the swan family could be reunited at the animal sanctuary, Bergmann said he’s waiting for the dust to settle, but NJ Fish & Wildlife would not allow it. Meanwhile, the outrage over Alfie’s fate
continues to grow among the residents, who have started a Facebook page that has about 350 members. “We have over 100 people who say they’ll show up if we need them, and who are on our email list,” said Seawood Harbor resident Irene Almeida, who said there is a core group of six people who are working to get “Alfie’s Law” legislation passed. Wildlife Policy Director of the Animal Protection League Susan Russell said there are several parties who are drafting legislation that will respond to “this substantial public concern over what’s happening to swans on a number of levels, including the recreational harassment, and the state-sponsored eradication. “They’re working on it, and nobody’s going to stop because there’s too much of it,” she said. “Our organization hears about it all the time, and the public interest is so strong - it always is with swans - so it’s time for lawmakers to respond by protecting this beautiful, majestic bird,” Russell said. The Seawood Harbor residents reached out to Brick Mayor John G. Ducey to ask for the township’s help in placing signage near natural areas to protect the swans. The mayor said it is already on the township’s Land Use Committee agenda for their next meeting. “We are looking at signage concerning staying away from swans,” he said. “The signs would be placed in strategic areas after a request has been made by a resident.” Meanwhile, Almeida said residents are still hopeful that the swan family could be reunited. “We’re limited in what we’re allowed to do because NJ Fish & Wildlife have been missing in action at this point,” she said. “We haven’t heard from them at all.”
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The female swan and the six cygnets still live in Seawood Harbor, but they don’t come out into the open as they did when the family was intact, Almeida
said. “They’re doing well, but they tend to stay in the wetlands at this point, so we don’t see them as often,” she said.
─Photo courtesy Anna Mayer The swan family has stayed away from people after the father was taken away.
Grant Program Covers A Year Of Rent By Bob Vosseller OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Residential Emergency Rental Assistance program will help county residents to pay their rent and avoid eviction. “If your rent is in arrears or if you are a landlord who has not been paid due to the financial impacts of the coronavirus pandemic, this program offers financial assistance in the form of a grant,” said Ocean County Commissioner Director Gary Quinn. This program provides up to $26,610 in assistance paid directly to the landlord. It covers up to 12 months of arrearages and three months’ rent going forward. Median income requirements must also be met. The money was made available through the federal CARES Act. The application is accessible from the Ocean County website at co.ocean.nj.us. Click on the link to the Residential Emergency Rental Assistance Program. This will connect you to information about the grant program including the documents needed, eligibility requirements, where to find case managers and the actual application. Income limits are listed on the web page. Residents and landlords can get direct help with the application process from case managers by calling the Ocean County Residential Emergency Rental Assistance Program call center at 833753-9671. A schedule of locations, dates and times to meet with case managers is also available on the application page. “The amounts have been increased to meet the needs of our residents and landlords. It’s for those households that have qualified for unemployment benefits or
experienced other financial hardship due to the COVID-19 outbreak,” Quinn said. “We have received over 1,100 applications so far. The Commissioners appropriated $18 million for this assistance and we continue to accept applications,” Quinn said. “As critical dates approach for the lifting of moratoriums on evictions, now more than ever, this grant program, could serve as a true lifeline. It helps both the renter and the landlord, who in many cases has gone without receiving rental income and has also suffered financially because of nonpayment.” Applicants will need to demonstrate that their income does not exceed the Area Median Income limits and that they were unable to pay their rent due to COVID-19. “You will also need to provide a current lease/rental agreement and provide all required documents for your application to be considered complete,” Quinn said. This program also requires participation of the applicant’s landlord to provide information for rental assistance payment. Tenants and landlord applicants are encouraged to work together to receive the grant funds. Applicants will need to certify that they have not received assistance from the N.J. Department of Community Affairs’ program or other rental assistance programs before receiving benefits from Ocean County’s program. Landlords can also apply on behalf of tenants. “While an application is not a guarantee of assistance, it’s important that our residents know help is available,” Quinn said.
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Driver Involved In 100-mph Police Chase Arrested
By Alyssa Riccardi JACKSON – After initiating a pursuit and speeding over 100 miles per hour, police have now located and arrested a suspect for reckless driving and more. On June 10, detectives from the Special Enforcement Unit and Patrol Officers from Jackson Township Police were investigating suspected narcotics activity at the Jackson Premium Outlets. Officers performed a motor vehicle stop on Rodney Simmons, 21, of Trenton, who was reportedly in possession of heroin. When officers approached Simmons, he drove out of the parking lot speeding onto Monmouth Road. He refused to pull over when police tried to arrest him. Continuing onto Interstate 195, Simmons exceeded 100 miles per hour while
swerving between other traffic and passing cars on the shoulder. At that time, the pursuit was terminated by a supervisor for safety reasons. As a result, a warrant complaint was signed charging Simmons with Eluding (2nd degree). He was also issued motor vehicle summons for reckless driving, driving with a suspended driver’s license, speeding, unsafe lane change, failure to keep right and improper lane changes. On July 20, Simmons was located and arrested in Trenton by United States Marshals and lodged in a local jail pending transfer to Ocean County Jail. The media and the public are reminded that any persons arrested or charged with any offenses or crimes are presumed innocent until proven guilty in court.
Rotary Club Bus Trip To Tropicana Casino JACKSON – The Jackson Rotary Club is sponsoring a bus trip to the Tropicana Casino on August 16. Cost of the trip is $38 which includes bus transportation, sandwich & beverage on the bus, $20 back in slot play from the casino and gratuity for bus driver. Bus leaves promptly from Brookwood
Plaza (corner of County Line and New Prospect) at 12 p.m. and returns to Jackson at 9 p.m. All the proceeds from this trip go to support the Jackson Rotary Club’s charities. You must submit a copy of your COVID-19 Vaccination Card. Contact Tom Barchie at 732-779-8471 or 732-849-6309 for reservations.
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Jackson Police Warn Residents About Car Burglaries
By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – Township police are urging residents to lock their vehicles after a series of car burglaries took place recently. Patrol officers responded on July 21 to a neighborhood located off of Hawkin Road on the report of multiple burglaries to motor vehicles which had taken place between 4:50 to 5:30 a.m. A Bane Lane resident reported that someone entered four unlocked vehicles which were parked in the driveway and stole property valued in excess of $200. The property included loose change, a duff le bag and a purse which contained cash, a NJ driver’s license, credit cards and other personal identification. Another resident of Bane Lane reported that his and a family member’s unlocked vehicles cars that were parked in the driveway were burglarized and property valued in excess of $800 was stolen. This included a pair of designer sunglasses and Apple air pods. Upon reviewing the Ring doorbell video, it was observed that the suspect attempted to enter a third vehicle parked in the driveway but was
unable to because it was locked. The video showed an unknown suspect wearing a blue sweatshirt with a hood, brown pants and white sneakers make entry to the vehicles. He possibly left in a white or gray colored passenger vehicle that was observed in the area. A Veronica Court resident reported that security video indicated that two unknown suspects had entered two vehicles which were parked in the driveway. It was reported that the only thing stolen from the vehicles was the key fob for one of them which had been left in the vehicle. The suspects were described as being a male with a stocky build wearing a blue sweatsuit and a skinny male wearing a hooded sweatshirt and a mask. A white four door vehicle, possibly a Honda Accord was seen in the area at the time. Township Police are asking residents to remove any valuables from their vehicles and lock them. Police advise residents not leave the key fobs inside of the vehicle and call 732-928-1111 to report any suspicious activity.
“Guiding Our Parents In the Right Direction” Seminar
JACKSON – The Orchards at Bartley Assisted Living is hosting a Seminar for Adult Children and Their Parents: “Guiding Our Parents In the Right Direction.” The seminar will take place on August 11 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at 100 North County Line Road in Jackson. Are you concerned that your loved one is no longer safe living alone in their home? Could they benefit from a more supportive and caring environment? For many, effectively communicating their concerns to a loved one can be quite challenging.
This is a wonderful opportunity to get to know the community as well as learn about some valuable resources for you and your parents. Topics include: Understanding the value of Assisted Living at the Orchards at Bartley, Downsizing - Taking the Best and Letting Go of the Rest, Working With A Senior Real Estate Specialist, and What You Need to Know About The Real Estate Market Today. Lite fare and refreshments will be provided. RSVP to 732-415-6086 by August 9.
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Join 2021 Vacation Bible School
JACKSON – Join the Jackson Church for an awesome, free Vacation Bible School from August 2 through 6, from 5 to 8:15 p.m.! Kids and students preschool to 6th grade are invited to join for a week of evenings in August and learn about God and putting faith in action through skits, activities, projects, and fun! They kick off with dinner at 5 p.m. then move into a group opening session. Then split into age groups and rotate between different stations (art, missions, craft, recreation, science and music) before closing with another group session. Looking to volunteer? Volunteering is available from 4:45 to 8:30 p.m. and watch the children of Jackson Church grow in God’s Love. Visit jackson.church/vbs, click the volunteer link to pick the area you would like to volunteer, from specific activities to working with specific age groups, your skills are needed and welcomed at VBS.
If volunteering your time is not possible there are many other ways to support Jackson Church to provide this free week of fun, fellowship, and religious education. Sponsor one child for the week of VBS with a monetary donation of $19.99 or $29.99 through one of the electronic options for the church where you can indicate “VBS”. Venmo: @giving-jacksonchurch Paypal: Give via credit card or Paypal account For those that would like to order specific items needed for VBS activities, visit jackson.church/vbs, click the donate link to see the list and sign up, there you will also find the links to websites where the items can be found and ordered. Shoprite, Costco, or BJ’s Wholesale gift cards are always welcomed for those that wish to donate to the free meals provided for the week.
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... ask Michelle Welcome to our Q & A Column. We will be here every month to answer your dementia related questions. Please send your questions to questions@ care-one.com. Harmony Village at CareOne Jackson is here to assist you in your journey. Q: What makes Harmony Village Assisted Living at CareOne Jackson different than other Memory Care communities? A: Our newly renovated community is 100% Memory Care. We have three distinct neighborhoods that are specifically designed for each level of cognition. We have a full time highly skilled and certified Dementia Care Specialist (DCS). Our DCS is a licensed healthcare professional. She provides cognitive assessments for all residents. She works closely with our Wellness Director to develop care plans for difficult behavioral issues. Our DCS provides on-going training and support to staff and families with specific interventions and techniques. We can provide higher level clinical care such as physical therapy, occupational and speech therapy as we have our own fulltime therapists on staff here at Harmony Village. We pride ourselves on clinical excellence and offer many other higher level clinical care options. In most cases, our residents have no need to go to outside rehabilitation centers. Our residents thrive in their environment, because we focus on their abilities, not their disabilities, and plan activities based on their cognitive levels. We are known for our “Culinary Experiences.” We embrace the aging in place philosophy, so there is no need to ever move again. Come visit our community and take a tour.
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Around The Jersey Shore Harbor House Rides For New Beginnings
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TOMS RIVER - Ocean’s Harbor House announced the 25th Anniversary Harbor House Ride for New Beginnings (RFNB) will be a summer-long cycling event in which participants will be able to raise funds for the nonprofit organization virtually or in-person. “The Ride raises funds to provide the essential gifts of shelter, food, services and hope for vulnerable youth throughout Monmouth and Ocean counties,” said Tim Zeiss, Director of Development and Marketing at Ocean’s Harbor House. “The event proceeds help plant the seeds for youth at risk to become healthy, resilient and productive members of our community.” Individual riders, families, and local company employees are able to register for the ride and may seek sponsorship from their
─Photo courtesy Harbor House family, friends and colleagues. Participants can ride their bikes when and where they wish, on Pelotons, or stationary bikes until the event’s Anniversary Celebratory Ride and Ceremony on September 25 at Laurita Winery. They can also join one or more of the in-person bike rides hosted by the RFNB committee throughout the summer and at the Celebratory Ride on September 25. Local companies and organizations can register as an event sponsor for $500 to $10,000 to provide exposure and support to the organization’s vision that all youth feel safe, empowered and equipped for successful futures. To learn more or become a sponsor, visit the Ride for New Beginnings website: ridefornewbeginnings.org/.
Annual Ben To The Shore Bike Tour
PHILADELPHIA – Come join for the Families Behind the Badge Children’s Foundation’s 34th Annual Ben to The Shore Bike Tour on August 29! This exciting 65mile charity bike ride will take over 2,500 riders from Philadelphia to Atlantic City. Upon arrival in Atlantic City, at the legendary after party, riders, volunteers, supporters and friends & family come together to celebrate the amazing physical accomplishment of the participants and
raise even more for worthy causes. 50 mile and virtual participant options are also available. All proceeds will benefit the foundation and the goal of raising $1 million in 2021 for the families of fallen or injured first responders (police officers, fire fighters, and EMT’s) and programs that cultivate positive relationships and interactions between police officers and the children in the communities they serve.
Dottie’s House Hosts Annual Golf Classic
OCEAN COUNTY – Don’t miss out! Come tee off and Support Dottie’s House for their 21st Annual Golf Classic September 13 at Trump National Golf Course in Colts Neck. It will be a fun-filled day of golf while supporting a great cause. The event attracts golfers throughout the tri-state area. Not a Golfer? Sponsorship opportunities are available offering great exposure for your
company. The registration fee includes lunch, dinner, open bar and golfer gift. They also have a silent auction during the night with some amazing prizes! Dottie’s House is a transitional housing facility for women and children who are survivors of domestic abuse. For more information, visit dottieshouse.org or call 732-262-2009.
Over the last few years, Transportation Network Companies such as Uber and Lyft have become the go-to livery service rather than the common taxi driver. Many people use these companies on a daily or weekly basis. But what happens when you are involved in a collision while a passenger in a Lyft or Uber rideshare vehicle? Are you covered? Recently, the New Jersey Legislature defined the scope of mandatory insurance coverage for the transportation network companies and their drivers (such as Uber or Lyft). While an occupant of a prearranged ride, the transportation network company and or the driver shall maintain the following insurance coverage for your benefit: (1) primary automobile liability insurance in the amount of at least $1,500,000 for death, bodily injury, and property damage; and (2 uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage in an amount of at least $1,500,000. This insurance coverage, which is to be maintained by the transportation network company (Uber / Lyft), shall not be dependent upon your automobile insurer first denying a claim, nor shall your automobile insurance policy be required to first deny a claim. This means that the insurance provided by the Transportation Network Companies such as Uber and Lyft is primary. However, the Transportation Network Companies are not required to provide medical coverage in the event you are injured while an occupant of the rideshare vehicle. Moreover, because Uber and Lyft are a form a livery service, the ride share vehicle is not covered under your automobile Personal Injury Protection (PIP) medical expense insurance coverage. Consequently, unless
you have access to health insurance, you will be uninsured for your medical expenses although, if you happen to fall into the uninsured status, you are not without recourse. An uninsured passenger may recover his/ her medical expenses from the party who caused the collision. This is a departure from the previous concept of the personal injury protection laws which prohibited recovery of medical expenses from the atfault driver. Finally, the Limitation on Lawsuit Option which ordinarily restricts an injured motorists’ right to sue for personal injuries, shall not be asserted by a transportation network company or a transportation network company driver in defense to any action for damages arising from a prearranged ride, nor shall it be asserted against any party not receiving personal injury protection benefits in any action for damages arising from a prearranged. This means that your personal injury lawsuit will not be burdened with the requirement that you prove that the collision caused an objectively verifiable permanent injury. Rather, any disability related to the collision will suffice, which is a much simpler burden of proof. Ridesharing has become much easier and transparent with the advancement of technology. So it’s about time the Legislature has acted to protect the interests of the consumer by mandating insurance coverage and removing the obstacles of a lawsuit in the event of an injury while riding in a livery vehicle. For more information about this article, please contact the attorneys at R.C. Shea & Associates: 732-505-1212.
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It’s a Netflix movie night when suddenly — Argh! — you hear the “beep, beep” of your nonrechargeable hearing aid batteries going dead. For longer battery life, take charge with these three tips. Pulling the stay-fresh colored tab immediately activates the battery and can’t be undone, so do this only when you’re ready to insert the battery in your hearing aid. Wait at least 3 minutes before you close the battery door. The reason is oxygen needs to get inside the battery to turn up the voltage. Powering down your hearing devices helps the batteries last, so be sure to turn off your hearing aids — and completely open the battery door — when not in use.
Hot cars and super-cold spaces aren’t great places for batteries, so store them at room temperature when possible — not in the fridge — to help preserve battery life. Did you know? The majority of our patients are not utilizing rechargeable hearing aids which eliminates the need to open/close battery doors and/or replace the battery every week. In general, the rechargeable hearing aid can deliver allday power (18-24 hours), so you don’t miss a beat. To learn more, call Dr. Izzy at Garden State Hearing & Balance Center. Offices are located in Toms River, Manahawkin, and Whiting. 732-8183610 or www.gardenstatehearing.com
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Bereavement Support Group
WHITING – The group that meets in Crestwood Village VI is on hold due to the clubhouse being closed. However, Fr. Anthony is holding meetings at the Ryan
Funeral Home in Bayville on the last Wednesday of the month at 1 p.m. Call 732-505-1900 to let know you will be attending.
Al-Anon Meetings Available Locally
OCEAN COUNTY – Are you troubled by someone else’s drinking? Al-Anon Family Groups may be able to help you. Call their 24-hour hotline for local meeting locations at 856-547-0855.
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H ere ’ s T o Y our H ealth Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
How Certain Medications Increase Lung Complications
By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. The worldwide pandemic has caused enormous public health problems and substantial mortality, so it is important that vulnerable groups of people know the information that I’m sharing today. If you’ve followed my life’s work, you know that one of my passions is the phenomena of drug nutrient depletion. This describes how medications rob the body of essential nutrients via their mechanism of action. It’s something I call the “drug mugger” effect, and I have a book by the same name. The classic example that everyone understands is with antibiotics. These drugs will rob the body of essential microflora in the intestines because they cannot discriminate between good “bugs” and bad ones. Another classic example is with oral contraceptives which mug you of various B vitamins and minerals, leading to a higher risk of hypothyroidism. Today’s article is to explain the relationship between certain prescribed medications and complications that arise from the depletion of essential nutrients. That said, you should never discontinue a medication simply because it is suppressing a particular nutrient. Instead, you should install a security system in your body by simply taking the nutrients that are being mugged. This allows you to remain on your medication, while mitigating side effects that would have occurred if you didn’t restore the nutrients being stolen. You may not realize this, but two categories of medication can suppress zinc in the human body. Those include the antihypertensives which lower blood pressure, and the acid-reducing medications for heartburn. These and other medications can negatively influence the status of zinc in your body
which participates in hundreds of important metabolic reactions including those which allow you to hear well, have lovely skin, and improve fertility. When zinc levels decline it impairs one’s immunity, and lowers your resistance to pathogens. Zinc deficiencies also suppress your ability to do good cellular housekeeping because you can’t effectively make glutathione anymore in your liver. Foods that are rich in zinc include beef, dairy, oysters, seafood, whole grains and nuts/seeds. Several other micronutrients are important and these include vitamin D, vitamin C and probiotics. Malnutrition, medications and/ or a diet consisting of nutritionally naked foods will lead to deficiencies in all of these. Medications which impact levels of the nutrients are vast, too many to list here. Here are the most important and surprising categories of medications that reduce micronutrients. I’ve also included a few lifestyle factors that you can control: Zinc - Acid blockers, Antihypertensives, Corticosteroids, Excessive Calcium, Coffee and Smoking Vitamin D - Antacids, Cholesterol binders, Anticonvulsants, Kidney Damage and Lack of Sunlight Vitamin C - Anti-hypertensives, Aspirin, Corticosteroids, Hormones and SERMs Probiotics - Antibiotics, Estrogen containing drugs, Acid blockers and NSAIDs For a comprehensive list of each nutrient, and all the drug muggers, please refer to my book by the same name. It is sold nationwide at book stores, as well as Amazon. If you’d like to read the longer version of this article, I’m happy to email it to you, just sign up for my free newsletter at suzycohen.com.
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Around The Jersey Shore Employees Recognized At Bartley Healthcare
─Photo courtesy Bartley Healthcare Staff exceeded expectations during a difficult year. By Alyssa Riccardi JACKSON – In May, Bartley Healthcare awarded several of its employees at its Annual Employee Recognition Ceremony for all their hard work, especially during the pandemic. Their ceremony consisted of awarding manager of the year as well as bronze, silver and gold awards. The company selected employees from both the Orchards Assisted Living and Bartley Healthcare Nursing and Rehab. At Bartley, bronze was received by Karina Ardito, silver by Kathleen DiMaggio and gold by Ileana Ponce. At the Orchards, bronze was received by Josh Destories, silver by Michele Murphy and gold by Florence Layton.
This year, the company named two mangers for its manager of the year award. “This award is traditionally for one manager across the entire campus, but this year we felt the managers in both the Orchards and Bartley were deserving of this award,” the company said in a statement. They congratulated Luis Espinosa from the Orchards and Julius Juanima from Bartley for their dedication and stepping up this past year to make sure the building was clean and met all infection control requirements. Both Luis and Julius are the managers of the housekeeping department for their respected buildings. “Without their vigilance and hard work, we would not be where we are today, and we are thankful for them both.”
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Volunteers Needed to Host High School Exchange Students
OCEAN COUNTY – As international travel returns to normal, high school students from around the world eagerly await their opportunity to participate in an exchange program in the U.S. International Student Exchange (ISE), a 501c3 nonprofit organization that facilitates exchange programs for students in the U.S. and abroad, is currently seeking volunteers in the area to host these students while they attend local high schools. This is an exciting opportunity for anyone interested in a unique experience in which they will create relationships that span the globe while making a positive
Wounded Warrior Escort Announced For October 9
JACKSON – Save the date! Mayor Michael Reina hosts the annual Wounded Warrior Escort in Jackson Township on October 9. The parade/escort will take place at the Justice Complex on Jackson Drive. Veterans will start assembling at 9 a.m. Procession will start at 9:30 a.m. Spectators will be asked to safely park their cars along West Veterans Highway between Jackson Drive and South Stump Tavern Road. This will allow them to line the travel route so the Soldiers can see them. Mayor Reina is asking everyone to help make this a memorable day for all out Wounded Warriors by having as many people as possible participate by lining up the travel route on October 9. For further information, contact the Mayor’s office at 732-928-1200 ext. 12112.
Annual SummerFest Car Show
BRICK – The Annual SummerFest Car Show presented by the Time Capsule Cruisers takes place on August 5 beginning at 5 p.m. at Windward Beach Park. This has grown into one of, if not the, biggest car shows at the Jersey Shore. There will be hundreds of cars, trucks, motorcycles and more from every era. The event is free to attend.
Knight Of Columbus Presents Live Entertainment
JACKSON – The Jackson Knight of Columbus presents live entertainment on August 14. Grab your partner, grab a friend for a night out at the club featuring Jim Long.4 Doors open at 6:30 p.m. The entry fee is $10 and includes appetizers. Sign-up sheet located in club. See the bartender for further information.
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impact locally and globally. ISE host families come from all walks of life and represent the diversity of America. The most crucial host family characteristic is that they are willing to treat the exchange student like a member of the family, not a guest. Beyond this, host families must be vetted by ISE, pass a background check, provide room and board, 2 to 3 meals per
day and exercise parental responsibility to ensure the student’s well-being. ISE exchange students are 15 to 18-yearold high school students from over 40 countries around the world. They are accepted into the program based on their ability to speak English, demeanor, adaptability and eagerness to learn about a new culture while sharing their own. The students have many
sports and arts interests. There are currently several students awaiting a volunteer hosts in Ocean, Burlington, Hunterdon, Morris and Camden County schools have opening for our exchange students. To learn more about this opportunity or submit a host family application, visit midsouth.iseusa.org or contact Sandy Vitez Regional Manager today!
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Ocean County Woman Pleads Guilty To Killing Three Dogs
By Alyssa Riccardi TOMS RIVER – A Toms River woman has pled guilty to Animal Cruelty after she abandoned three dogs, which led to 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. On July 23, Billhimer announced that DeStefano pled guilty to the charges. At the time of her sentencing on September 24, the State will be seeking a term of 364 days in the Ocean County Jail as a condition of probation.
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 Animal Cruelty Squad and Lacey Township Police Department, for their collaborative efforts relative to the investigation of this matter ultimately resulting in DeStefano’s guilty plea.
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More Materials Can Now Be Recycled
By Bob Vosseller OCEAN COUNTY – County officials credit a substantial investment to Ocean County’s regional recycling program along with increasing improvements to the recycled materials market for allowing the county to expand on what residents currently toss into recycling bins. Director of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners Gary Quinn said “since 2019, this Board of Commissioners in partnership with our materials recovery facility operator, has invested more than $5 million for improvements at the recycling materials processing facility at our Northern Recycling Center in Lakewood. “We are beginning to reach the other side of what has been a difficult time in our recycling program. Our investment is paying off and I am pleased to announce this expansion,” Quinn added. Additional plastics, more paper and more metals can now be placed in the single-stream recycling containers placed curbside by residents. Starting now, in addition to office papers and newspapers, the county will accept paperboard and chipboard. “We are expanding on the current stream of items already collected. This ultimately decreases the number of materials going to the landfill and helps our municipalities save on landfill tipping costs,” Quinn said. “The more we recycle, the greater the environmental benefits.” “All of those cereal boxes, food boxes, tissue
boxes, paper towel and toilet paper rolls can now be placed with all the other household recyclables for collection,” Quinn added. “Aluminum foil and aluminum trays that have been cleaned can now also be recycled.” The County is also accepting plastics 1, 2 and 5 and residents can determine if a plastic item can be recycled by checking for the number printed inside the recycling triangle on the object. Plastic bags however are unacceptable materials for curbside recycling. Quinn said, “in the past we focused on items like water and soda bottles, and any plastic container that’s neck was smaller than the container body. Now we are adding items like butter and yogurt containers, fast food beverage cups, microwavable food containers, plastic lids and other plastic items. Items should be cleaned before placed in a recycling receptacle.” The County official noted this expansion comes on the heels of substantial upgrades that have been completed at the county’s materials recycling facility located on New Hampshire Avenue in Lakewood. Ocean County also operates a regional recycling facility in Stafford Township. “Ocean County made every effort to respond to the downturn in the recycling market and now things are beginning to turn around. Our goal is to position our Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) in Lakewood as one of New Jersey’s most state-of-the-art recycling facilities, capable of responding to the challenges of a continuously evolving
global recyclables market,” Quinn said. “Starting in 2019 and in partnership with our MRF operator, Atlantic Coast Recycling, Ocean County has invested more than $5 million in improvements and needed upgrades for our recycling facility,” he added. Such upgrades include the installation of two new optical sorters that have helped increase the MRF’s overall production from 18 tons per hour to 25 tons per hour. A new glass sorting and cleanup system has improved glass separation and quality and lowered maintenance and trash disposal costs, saving recycling operations about $30,000 a month. A new high speed paper baler has reduced maintenance costs, increases the MRF’s speed and efficiency and reduced production costs per ton. Quinn said this baler “and higher quality paper being produced has made a big difference in revenues from under $20 per ton of mixed paper produced to more than $100.” Quinn added, “exceptional paper quality means it can be marketed anywhere in the world which is vitally important. All of these improvements have resulted in improved quality of the materials and lowered costs.” Last year, the County sorted nearly 87,000 tons of recyclables with more than 286,000 households sending their recyclables to the county weekly. “Recycling today is about adapting to market fluctuations, and Ocean County has found the best way to do so is to be proactive about facility improvements and diligent
about educating residents on today’s recycling goals and best practices,” Quinn said. “It’s not enough to just throw items in a can, it’s imperative to recycle right. That provides us with the greatest environmental and financial benefits,” he added. Additional information from the Ocean County Department of Solid Waste Management is available at co.ocean.nj.us and its Facebook and Instagram social media pages. Quinn added, “we anticipate a large publicity campaign about the new items that will help our residents and visitors in their ongoing efforts to recycle right.”
─Photo courtesy Ocean County Director of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners Gary Quinn visits the residential recycling drop-off area at the Ocean County Southern Recycling Center, Haywood Road, Stafford Township. There is also one in Lakewood.
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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of jul 31 - aug 6 By Jeraldine Saunders
ARIES (March 21-April 19): YHead off problems at the pass. Attend to financial obligations before they can disrupt your budget or interrupt your routines. In the week ahead, don’t splurge if you shouldn’t. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Face the fact that there will be times when you don’t receive instant gratification. There may be a hidden catch in a plan this week. Be flexible with all of your plans, as they may change. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Only recommend things you’re sure of. Avoid involvement in anything that seems sketchy and could backfire. Explain things in detail so that no lingering doubts hamper the outcome in the week to come. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Someone might doubt your ability, so take steps to prove them wrong as the week unfolds. Achieve your goals and hit the target by developing a picture of the future and aiming your energies in that direction. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You can mentally grasp the ins and outs of a complicated situation. Use your knowledge to devise a plan that benefits everyone involved. Avoid impulse spending and hang onto your cash in the week ahead. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Someone might think you’re doing nothing when in fact you’re doing a great deal. Make the most of your harmonious relationships this weekend, as you may not be as well attuned later in the week. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Your roman-
tic nature may be fired up today, and your vivid imagination likely has few boundaries. You’re still practical enough to avoid risky business in the week ahead and can dissuade a partner from overspending. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): It’s easy for you to understand the need for order and planning. Pay attention to lessons learned from experience as this week unfolds. Sometimes you must remind people of the past to persuade them to change. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): If you want to succeed, consider the well-being of all concerned. Don’t put your foot in your mouth at the workplace by offering uninvited advice. Focus on being in the right place at the right time this week. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Achieving goals can become a game that gives you permission to go for broke. Although you might be popular at work, someone may be jealous of your success. Hold off on making major purchases this week. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Respect any reasonable request for personal space. People who rub shoulders with you in a group setting might secretly be offended by familiarity or a lack of formality. Use good manners in the week ahead. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Some people do their best work behind the scenes. You might not be in the spotlight, but you still can make a valuable contribution. You won’t need to micromanage a situation to get other people to cooperate.
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THE PERFECT PICNIC SIDE DISH By America’s Test Kitchen
2. In a colander, combine tomatoes and 1/2 teaspoon salt and gently toss to combine. Let tomatoes drain for 15 minutes.
SUMMER TOMATO AND PEACH SALAD Serves 4 to 6
3 ripe tomatoes 1/2 teaspoon plus 1/4 teaspoon salt, divided 2 small ripe peaches 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon minced shallot 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1/8 teaspoon pepper 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
3. While tomatoes drain, cut each peach aw ay f rom the pit , then di scar d t h e pi t . Sl i ce peach es into 1/2-inch-thick w edges following the same method used for the tomatoes. Cut each wedge in half crosswise. 4. In a medium bowl, whisk together the oil, shallot, lemon juice, 1/4 teaspoon salt and the pepper. Add drained tomatoes and peaches to the bowl with the dressing and use a rubber spatula to gently stir to combine.
1. Using a small serrated knife, cut each tomato in half from top to bottom (through the stem). Use the tip of the knife to cut out the core from each half. Cut tomatoes into wedges that are roughly 1/2-inch thick, then 5. Tear mint leaves into pieces. Sprinkle mint over salad. Serve. cut each wedge in half crosswise.
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