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By Bob Vosseller TOMS RIVER – A recent ground breaking ceremony cleared the way for a new social services complex on Hooper Avenue.

Director of Ocean C o u n t y B o a r d of Commissioners Gary Quinn, Commission-

─Photo By Bob Vosseller Jackson Baptist Church members Cyndy Allan, left joins Patty Sringer with Pippin the therapy dog dressed in her police uniform during the recently held Jackson National Night Out.

By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – National Night Out is an annual community-building campaig n that pro motes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live and that mission was clearly accomplished during its recent event.

The night provided an

opportunity to bring police and neighbors together under positive circumstances, so that the first time you meet them isn’t when you get pulled over or if there’s an emergency.

T he re we re food vendors, extrication d e mo n s t r a t io n s by Jackson firefighters, township Emergency Medical Service representatives greeting

residents, and police providing child protective car seat information. There were also various organizations showcasing what they do ranging from the Rotary, Kiwanis, Elks, and Scouts, to religious groups and many more.

Jackson residents Cynthia Burke, Connor Egan, and their daughter Audrey Egan, 3, came out to the event

New County Social Services Complex Breaks Ground

er Virginia “Ginny” Haines, Social Services Director Mere d it h She eh a n a nd Board of Social Services Vice Chairman Pastor Peter Hartney Jr., and Toms River Mayor Maurice “Mo” Hill were among those who gat he re d w it h

shovel s i n h a nd t o launch the construction of a building that will serve as home to dozens of programs such as SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), General Assistance, Child Support, Adult Protective Services,

Retired Senior Volunteer Program, Homeless Ser vices, Temporar y Assistance for Needy Families ( TA N F ), Me d ic a id a nd St at ew id e Re spite.

At the present time the Ocean Cou nt y Board of Social Ser-

with Connor’s stepbrother Travis Verillo, a former long-time resident of the township.

The couple recently moved to Jackson and were enjoying their first National Night Out. “We moved here about a year ago from Central Jersey. I thought the Robbinsville Night Out was the only one but Travis called me and (Night - See Page 8)

vices works out of six buildings in an office complex located at 1027 Hooper Avenue.

T h e c o u nt y le a s e s these offices, and the lease was expiring in 2022.

Quinn commended the Board of Social

August 14, 2021

‘Rise Up’ Wants To Join Religious Zoning Suit

By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – The founder of the group Rise Up Ocean County came before the Township Council to inform them that he wanted to join their litigation efforts that have accused officials in the township of being biased against the Orthodox Jewish community.

Richard Ciullo, of Seaside Heights, said during the public comment period of a recent Council meeting that his group has “encouraged municipalities in Ocean Cou nt y to st r ictly enforce code and strictly enforce zoning. We recognize the limitations of the code enforcement teams and zoning enforcement teams in each of the municipalities that we are currently working.”

Rise Up Ocean County’s Facebook page had previously been accused of fostering anti-Semitism among its users. Facebook removed the group’s page in February (Zoning - See Page 4)

Doctors Learning To Treat Post-COVID Symptoms

By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK - Fatigue. Trouble sleeping. Brain fog. Loss of smell or taste. Heart palpitations. Fever. Hair loss. Joint or muscle pain.

Lung issues. Depression. Anxiety. Digestive problems.

Most people who contract COVID-19 recover within weeks, but some “long-haulers” suffer for weeks and months with some of the symptoms listed above.

“I don’t like to use the term ‘long haulers,’ as much, but ‘COVID recovery,’” said Dr. James Matera who is the Chief Medical Officer at CentraState Medical Center.

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of 2020 stating it had used hate speech which goes against Facebook community standards. RUOC appealed Facebook’s decision which they said was “arbitrary and capricious.”

The page launched in October of 2018 and is currently operating again. Its stated purpose is to “restrict development and preserve our quality of life.”

One of the most recent issues revolves around Jackson bringing a property owner to court. The township said that the house is being used as a place of worship, and no one lives there. That is a violation of the zoning.

“You are plaintiffs in a lawsuit and I’ve had the opportunity to read the response to that lawsuit. In the course of the response there were certain points that were made by the defendant’s attorneys that make me very uncomfortable and I wanted to put it on record tonight. There were inferences made by the defendant’s representations that somehow our group and other specific individuals were somehow driving the bus behind zoning and code enforcement.

I think that inference is wholly improper and inaccurate,” Ciullo said.

He said that Rise Up Ocean County was a group of “concerned residents of a multitude of different towns in northern Ocean County who rely heavily on our townships’ zoning and code enforcement officers to enforce strictly the ordinances that are

currently on the books. That means sometimes we need to provide information. For example, 71 East Connecticut Concourse (Jackson).”

That residence is part of the litigation.

Neighbors have said the house is being used for religious worship services and is not a residence.

“We’ve had this discussion before,” Ciullo added. “Previously you said there would be a phone number that could be called after hours and maybe somebody would respond, maybe somebody wouldn’t. The truth of the matter is there is a group of us that would be happy to go out there document the activities we see and then submit that information to the town.”

Ciullo noted that he had sent an e-mail concerning activities on that property to the members of the council a few weeks ago and received one reply back. However, the idea that RUOC was directing the town’s enforcement is “the most ridiculous allegation I have ever heard.”

He noted that the contact between his group and the township was primarily through e-mail and there was a “paper chain that people can follow if they are so inclined. I spoke to an attorney this morning and our hope is that we might be able to participate in this and at least defend the actions of our group. I think it is appropriate that we do.”

Ciullo noted that was his group’s intention but was unsure whether the judge handling the litigation would allow for (Zoning - See Page 5)

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A counterclaim by the Burton Jacobovitch Law Group that is representing defendant, Moshe Dovid Perlstein with an address of 71 East Connecticut Concourse alleges violations to his civil rights caused by the plantiff, Jackson Township.

The counterclaim states the plantiff’s “intentional conduct in engaging in a continuing pattern of harassment and intimidation designed to disrupt the defendant’s Orthodox Jewish religious exercise in violation of the U.S. Constitution.”

The suit notes that the house was purchased in September 2019 and from that time to October 2020, the property was leased to Rabbi Shmuel Perlstein. From October 2020 to the current time it has been leased to Yonason Schecter, who according to the counterclaim, has resided at the property as a tenant since October 2020. The defendant has given permission to the tenants at the property, including Schecter, to permit guests at the property for the purposes of religious prayer and activity.

The counterclaim maintains gatherings for religious assembly in private homes do not violate township code.

Enforcement actions by Jackson toward

The Jackson Times, August 14, 2021, Page 5 the defendant heard in Jackson Municipal Court include two complaints of violation of land use and development applications that were required. The counterclaim states the complaints were issued without the plaintiff conducting any inspection of the interior of the home on the property.

On June 14, Jackson filed action alleging that the defendant had conducted construction work at the property without permit approval. The township also alleges that the defendant has engaged in a change of use of the property in violation of township code for a changing it to a house of worship.

The court denied the plaintiff’s request for a temporary restraining order stating they “had not met their burden, addressing first the issues with regard to law.”

The court did order that the defendant permit the plaintiff access to the property at a mutually agreed upon day and time to inspect the property. The parties agreed on July 7 for the inspection which involved seven representatives/ inspectors to the property. Three complaints were issued to the defendant as a result. These involved need of landlord registration and two required applications.

The new complaints pending against the defendant in municipal court are scheduled to be heard on September 9.

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY F eatured L etter Football Scheduling Formula Needs Change This letter was also addressed to the Shore Football Coaches Association.

As superintendent of the Cent ral Regional School District, I am w r it i ng t o re que st a change to the current scheduli ng for mula being used in football based on the following concerns.

I n the past, school football teams had been matched based on student population but currently it is the teams’ records that determine the division and play schedule. This has created an unfair environment for school teams. For example, a team wins the State title with a roster that includes 30 seniors.

Those seniors graduate and the next year’s team may not have the experience needed to compete in the higher division, so essentially the new team’s record suffers greatly. This is unfair and creates a negative environment for the players.

Using this system, in most cases, eliminates e s t a bl i she d “ r iva l r y games” where parents

and residents come out in droves to attend the football games. Perfect example is the Lacey vs.

Ce nt r al ga me on Se p tember 20, 2019. These “rivalry” games are morale builders for players, coaches, and school staff.

These games also generate a lot of revenue for the host school. Lacey generated over $15,000 in revenue that night. In the current public school environment, so many Ocean County schools have lost significant funding so any source of revenue recovery is a key issue.

Geographically speaking from experience as a superintendent, it is concerning when my students need to drive all over the state to attend games, for example driving to Middletown South on a Friday night.

The costs for school bussing are significant. Travel safety and costs to fans that travel far to games comes into play, so potential fans may choose not to drive to a game that is far away, so the players lose their fans’ support and the host school loses game revenues. I am also concerned about my students’ (especially new) drivers that need to be off

the roads legally by 11 p.m. This clearly is a safety issue.

Based on these concerns, I would suggest that the scheduling formula change back to the previous method where scho ols a re m at che d based on student population. This will make games more competitive, renew old rivalries, increase morale, and generate more revenues for host schools. Schools in Ocean County should play seven teams from Ocean County and two teams from Monmouth County. Expand the playoffs to 16 teams in each South, Central and North Division so if you have a winning record or losing record you can still get in the play-offs. The NJSIAA would maximize revenues with a 16-team bracket in each group for New Jersey State play-offs.

I respectfully ask you consider these imperative changes to the current football scheduling formula.

Triantafillos Parlapanides Central Regional Superintendent

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Letters To The Editor Which Candidate Will Do The Least Damage?

With the campaign for NJ Governor now in full force, I’ve been asking myself lately if this is really the best the parties have to offer. Four years ago I voted for Governor Murphy, and four years later I’m now an undecided voter. The Unemployment system and Department of Labor is a continuing disaster, with some folks who haven’t received benefits in over a year while the department’s Twitter page gives themselves a pat on the back.

The catastrophic funding cuts to the Toms River School District continue to be felt in all corners of the community, and the nearly four-year wait for marijuana legalization was too long.

On the other hand, Murphy’s opponent, Jack Ciattarelli, who ran in the primary as a moderate Republican, has now switched to a Christie-Trump hybrid.

He’s recently put out ideas to overturn the will of the voters by reversing marijuana legalization, and making the same false campaign promises Christie made. He’s also playing into people’s fears using talking points of the Trump wing of the GOP which include: Voter Fraud, claims sodomy is being taught to kindergartners, of which when asked to provide proof, his campaign failed to do so, and of course trying to restrict women’s healthcare.

Eight years of Chris Christie and four years of Trump was enough for me. Likewise, four years of Phil Murphy was also enough for me. In 2017 I thought both candidates were well qualified to be governor and I made my decision based on who I thought had better ideas. This year it’s essentially down to which candidate will do the least damage. Neither candidate has convinced me to vote for them yet.

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We Should Sue For COVID Lies I find it funny that Congressman Smith thinks we should be able to sue China for lying to us about coronavirus when his own party lied to us.

He said “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.”

He wants regular U.S. citizens to be able to sue the Chinese government for “personal injury, death, monetary 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).”

What about our own government’s “willful or grossly negligent misrepresentation?”

Trump and the Republican party constantly downplayed the virus and because of that people died.

Even today, there are people being hospitalized who are begging to be vaccinated. It’s too late. They believed the lies and now their lives are on the line.

“It’s a hoax,” is exactly what Trump said.

My brother believes everything Fox News tells him. Despite the fact that Fox News anchors have gotten vaccinated, he refuses. If, God forbid, my brother catches it and dies, I should be able to sue Fox News, Tucker Carlson, Donald Trump, and the federal government.

Doctors who are on the front line getting sick should be able to sue Facebook for spreading lies.

Let’s take it even further. What if the state of New Jersey is allowed to sue for loss of productivity, deaths, lost wages, and more because people believed Fox News or the Republicans who are lying. (Some are still continuing to lie, some have gotten smart.)

If states can file a class action lawsuit because cigarette manufacturers were lying to us and targeting children with their ads, then the states should also be

able to sue cable companies and social media giants for spreading false and deadly information.

John Cabot Toms River

Mental Health And The Olympics

How refreshing to see the focus on mental health take on the same level of interest as physical well-being at the Olympics this year.

Simone Biles, a survivor of sexual abuse at the hands of her gymnastics doctor, bravely stepped down from parts of the competition to prioritize her mental health. Thankfully, her actions are primarily being lauded.

Simone is not alone in helping to open the door to frank and honest talk about mental health amongst Olympians this year.

She joins tennis player Naomi Osaka who dropped out of the French Open because she experiences anxiety at required press conferences; weightlifter Kate Nye who spoke about her diagnosis of bipolar disorder; shot putter Raven Saunders who opened up about struggling with depression and suicidal thoughts, and others who are bringing to light this important topic.

What is the impact of talking openly about mental health struggles? It takes away the stigma. It brings hope. “If those in the public eye don’t mind talking about their struggles, why should I? If those in the public eye seek professional help, why shouldn’t I?” Open discussions help to end this stigma often associated with mental health issues.

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Commissioner Addresses COVID Rates, Shared Services From The Desk Of

Commissioner Director Thomas A. Arnone Hello! I hope everyone is continuing to enjoy summertime here in Monmouth County!

With the increased warm weather, we continue to see an influx of visitors to Monmouth County, especially our shore town over the weekends.

With that being said, I want to address the increase in COVID-19 cases is Monmouth County. As you know, Monmouth County is a popular tourism destination with a substantial increase in residents during the summer, along with visitors to Monmouth County substantially increasing since the Public Health Emergency ended, it is not surprising that COVID-19 numbers would increase. The good news is that we are not seeing a significant increase in hospitalizations or deaths related to COVID-19 at this time.

As the Center for Disease Control has reported, the delta variant is considered highly contagious and is highly transmissible. The County Commissioners and the Monmouth County Health Department

(MCHD) are reminding residents to do their part to slow the spread by following the updated Center for Disease Control guidelines as they become available.

Monmouth County is one of the highest vaccinated counties in the State with more than half the towns in our county having 70 percent or more of their population vaccinated with every town in the county having at least half their population vaccinated. The county continues to be one of the only counties that offers free weekly COVID-19 testing to its residents with some of the testing sites also offering vaccines for those who would like to receive it. We also offer the COVID-19 vaccination on Tuesdays from 2-6 p.m. at Brookdale Community College with no appointment necessary.

Monmouth County will continue to follow direction from the Governor’s Office and the New Jersey Department of Health regarding mask wearing, vaccinations and any other COVID-19 mandates from those entitles as we have throughout the pandemic.

Switching gears, we have a lot of exciting events and programs taking place in in the coming weeks and months. However, I want to take the time this week to write about one of our biggest and most popular events returning this year – Made in

Monmouth!

I am very happy to announce that Made in Monmouth will be returning on November 6, 2021! The Made in Monmouth event will be held at Brookdale Community College in the Robert J. Collins Arena from 10 am to 4 pm.

Made in Monmouth began ten years ago when I joined the County Commissioner Board. My goal was to focus my attention on small consumer product manufacturers located within Monmouth County to help them grow their businesses. I thank my fellow Commissioners for their continued support for this initiative and I know they enjoy coming out to shop each year, too.

I’d also like to thank the County’s Economic Department, which I oversee, for coordinating Made in Monmouth. They do a terrific job at planning this event each year.

Lastly, the Monmouth County Shared Services Summit will also be returning this year! I will be hosting two sessions this year; one will be on Tuesday August 17th and the second will be on Wednesday August 18th.

Since we hosted our last Shared Services Summit in 2018, we have improved our program and added several additional services that would benefit our municipalities. Some of the new services we plan to discuss at the summit include: The High-Resolution Aerial Imagery Software

and the iTaxMap System.

At our last Shared Services Summit, we had nearly 80 people attending and representing more than 35 municipalities, school districts, fire districts, police departments and other entities throughout the county.

Those who attended were able to learn more about shared services available to them through our clerk’s office, tax board, Sheriff’s office, purchasing department, department of public works, IT department and the fire academy.

Attendance at our shared services summit continues to grow each time we host it. I attribute the growing attendance to the county’s progress in the shared services initiative. As liaison to the program, I can truly say we have greatly improved upon existing services and expanded what the county can offer to entities in the recent years. I believe the growing confidence municipalities have in our program has helped maintain and establish new partnerships.

Simply put – I’m proud of this cost-savings program and the growing partnerships we’re making that benefits the taxpayers!

For those looking for more information about the program, visit our website visitmonmouth.com. We’re constantly updating content so be sure to check back in the coming weeks and months.

As always, it is a pleasure to serve as Commissioner Director.

Smith Calls On All Nations To Combat Human Trafficking From The Desk Of

Congressman

Chris Smith WASHINGTON, D.C. - Marking this year’s World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, Rep. Chris Smith (R-4th), author of the landmark Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000 (TVPA - P.L. 106-386), called on the United States and nations around the world to bolster and expand their efforts to combat the worldwide scourge of human trafficking and protect those who are most vulnerable.

“Today especially, we shine a light on these unspeakable crimes and the millions of victims who are still in urgent need of help. We must remain vigilant as we work to combat the ruthless and relentless perpetrators who prey on victims, exploiting

increased vulnerabilities during the pandemic,” said Smith, who has chaired 23 hearings on human trafficking.

Smith - who has authored four additional laws to combat human trafficking, including Inter national Megan’s Law (P.L. 114-119) to provide notice to governments of intended travel by convicted sex offenders - is currently working on legislation to reauthorize his TVPA. Smith’s new legislation will provide crucial government funding to combat trafficking at home and abroad, tighten anti-trafficking standards for the U.S. and create new initiatives to prevent child trafficking, which has increased during the pandemic.

“Tragically, the COVID-19 pandemic has contributed to a rise in human trafficking, which increasingly took an online form as individuals, especially children, were left isolated at home,” said Smith, who also serves as Special Representative on

combatting human trafficking to the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe Parliamentary Assembly (OSCEPA) and has authored 13 resolutions passed by the international body.

Opportunistic and unscrupulous traffickers are turning to social media to entice especially children who have been attending school online, using hunting and fishing strategies, said Smith. Hunting entails actively approaching victims, while fishing involves a passive approach of posting ads for commercial sex and waiting for potential victims.

“More must be done to give law enforcement the training and resources they need to respond to cases of online trafficking, particularly in the dark web.”

In January, the International Labor Organization estimated that nearly 25 million people were trapped in some form of human trafficking. In the United States alone, the National Human Trafficking Hotline experienced a 40 percent rise in the crisis cases it handled in the month after the

shelter-in-place order was first issued for the pandemic - which disproportionately impacted low-income earners who were often pushed into economically vulnerable situations that could lead to exploitation by traffickers.

Despise these new challenges, Smith noted that significant global progress has been made in the reporting and prosecution of traffickers since the enactment of TVPA and the United Nations’ Palermo Protocol to Prevent, Suppress and Punish Trafficking in Persons, Especially Women and Children.

Smith’s TVPA created the annual Trafficking in Persons Report, the gold standard used by countries around the world to prevent and respond to human trafficking.

Administered by the State Department, the report tracks countries’ progress to combat this modern-day slavery.

Those who would like to report a potential case of human trafficking are encouraged to call the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888.

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“It is very nice,” Burke said. Audrey sported a police badge sticker and enjoyed some time on a fire truck and had a snow cone.

“She even put out a fire,” her mother added.

Members of Jackson fire companies held a fire demonstration where children could safely shoot water at a fire as part of the event. “She also won an inflatable purple alien,” Burke added.

Jackson Police Captain John Convery, Support Services Division Commander was the chief coordinator of the event and couldn’t have been more pleased with how it went.

“This is my 15th year doing this and this is the best ever. Last year we missed it because of COVID and we had a nor’easter on the first Tuesday of August (when the event is held nationally) but this is the best weather we ever had,” Captain Convery said.

“This is a great crowd and we are moving hot dogs, moving water. We’re doing great.

We have 25 of our officers here and countless first responders, firemen, first aiders so we are all over the place. We are all relieved to be outside and doing things again. It also shows that we are all approachable,” he said.

“We are all human beings especially with some of the things that have happened in the past year. It is our night to give back to everyone who supports us all year long and it is a chance to say thank you,” Captain Convery said.

Council President Andrew Kern joined Mayor Michael Reina and the rest of the council for the event sporting their Jackson polo shirts. Kern was also pleased with the large amount of people who came to the event. “We have a fantastic turnout. So many organizations came out and it really represents the community we have here in Jackson and it really shows everything that Jackson is about.”

“People are happy to have something to do outside and the weather is amazing.

Everyone is having a nice time and there are a lot of families out tonight,” Kern said.

Kern pointed out the fire company dalmatians that adults and children were drawn to but the spotted pooches weren’t the only dogs that were present at the event.

Pippin, a terrier therapy dog was dressed for the occasion, sporting a mini police uniform. He was sitting comfortably beside Patty Stringer and Cyndy Allan who are members of the Jackson Baptist Church. All three were promoting the many programs of the church which include life groups/Bible studies, outreach, Griefshare, Divorcecare, vocal and bell choirs for both children and adults, a food pantry and other activities.

“Our mascot Pippin is a therapy dog and she goes to hospitals and she performs in the church around Groundhog Day,” Allan said.

Kiwanis members were busy serving up hotdogs and free ice cream to back up the PBA# 203’s hosting of the event.

The Moms Club of Jackson was among the many township-based groups seeking new members and providing information on what they do. They are also organizing a back pack project and have a book club, craft club, cooking club and organize playgroups. For details on their programs and how to join e-mail membership@ momsclubjackson.org Candidates for the Jackson Board of Education distributed campaign materials and Republican gubernatorial hopeful, former State Assemblyman Jack Ciattrelli greeted residents during the event.

Rabbi Shmuel Naparstek was overseeing the Chabad of Jackson table which featured crafts and a wheel you can spin for prizes, as well as a unique special occasion.

“One of our neighbors had their Bar Mitzvah right here,” Rabbi Naparstek added.

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Continued From Page 1 Services and the agency programs saying, it served to provide people with assistance, “to keep food on the table, a roof over their head, protecting the elderly and a host of other services. Once completed the new building houses all those programs that provide opportunities for many of our residents.” It will also have some of the government offices of building number 2 which is a short distance away. “That includes veterans services, senior services and consumer affairs.”

Haines is a member of the Board of Social Services. She remarked, “it is finally here, I’ve been a commissioner for six years and this is one of the things I’ve been talking about since day one when I came on the board that we have to have a new building. I even drove around the county on Route 9 and Hooper Avenue looking for property because it had to be one of those two locations because there was bus service that was needed for many of the clients that go to Board of Social Services.”

She noted the Grunin family decided they wished to sell the land “and we were able to negotiate a good price for the property and now it is really happening.

No one could be more excited about this building but myself. It will be a stateof-the-art building that all of you will be extremely happy to work in and come to.”

Sheehan, the social services director, said, “I want to thank on behalf of all my staff everyone who had a part in this n putting the time and effort into our needs and the needs of those in Ocean County.”

Hartney, the vice chair, said all he was left to talk about was “to say thank you and to focus on the people who will be coming here. When they come here it is because they have found themselves in need of some security in their lives and now coming here our 400 plus staff will be here to greet them and help to find a more secure place in life.”

Quinn added that throughout the whole process, “Mayor Hill and Toms River worked with us to get through some of the hurtles we had to get through. I want to acknowledge Commissioner Joe Vicari who could not be here today. Joe plays as much an important role in this process because he has departments that will be housed in this building as well.”

The County purchased 10 acres of land for the project which involves demolishing four old buildings to make way for the new building.

On hand were representatives of Epic Management Inc. of Piscataway who were awarded the contract, being the lowest bidder, and bids ranged as high as $53 million.

The base bid was $37,196,000, which included an irrigation system for $175,000, IT/data system for $450,000 and traffic control for $10,000.

Several added projects increased the total bid to $39,537,000: Site Entrance Sign - $69,000, Bi-Polar Ionization Sys-

The Jackson Times, August 14, 2021, Page 9 tem - $139,000, A/V & Security Systems - $649,000, Generator - $989,000, and Equipment Screening - $495,000. The total award was approximately $7 million lower than the original construction cost estimate of $47 million.

It was expected that the project would run up to $56 million provided professional fees and other soft costs were included. Mott MacDonald designed the building and the site work will be coordinated by French & Parrello Associates. The project will be overseen by T&M Associates.

The Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders adopted a bond ordinance on June 17, 2020 appropriating $56,800,000 for the new building of which $53,700,000 will be borrowed.

Director of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners Gary Quinn noted that the county was “combining the programs located in several old buildings into a state-of-the-art complex that, once completed, will provide substantial savings in maintenance costs. Bringing all of these services under one roof will also increase efficiencies for the public we serve.”

Quinn noted the new facility would be 121,000 square feet and three stories high. It is located at the current site of the county’s Social Services Complex on Hooper Avenue.

The County will see a savings of at least $3 million yearly through eliminating the need to make lease payments on the buildings according to Quinn. “The new building will be energy efficient and the maintenance costs will be far lower.”

“Part of the savings includes the reimbursement from the state and federal governments for housing the Board of Social Services along with the consolidation of the services into one building.

The age and current conditions of the buildings that house the Ocean Board of Social Services programs have resulted in the need to replace the facilities,” Quinn added.

He also noted that maintenance costs were continuing to rise and in the long run, “this new building will be far more beneficial for our citizens and our staff.”

The Ocean County Board of Social Services will use half of the new facility while Ocean County government departments will use 18 percent. The rest of the square footage will be for shared services including conference rooms and other common spaces. Around 400 social services board workers will staff the new building. The facility will have 715 parking spots.

“The staff of the Ocean County Board of Social Services assists hundreds of County residents every day. The programs they administer affect all parts of our populations from young families to the elderly,” Quinn said.

“This new building will help accommodate those high numbers of people accessing these services and also provide improved working conditions for the social services staff and our other departments.”

Quinn said construction should be completed at some point next year.

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By: Marc S. Galella, Esq., of R.C. Shea and Associates Anyone selling real estate in New Jersey needs to be aware of the terms of the Bulk Sales Act. The purpose behind the Bulk Sales Act is to protect a purchaser from any taxes owed by the seller to the State of New Jersey. The failure to follow the Bulk Sales procedures could result in the State assessing any tax liability of the seller against the purchaser.

For the purposes of the Bulk Sale Act, the only real estate that is exempt from the Bulk Sales filing requirement is a simple dwelling house, which is a one- or two-family residential building, or condominium, if the seller is an individual, estate or trust. Almost all other real estate transactions are required to file pursuant to the Bulk Sales Act. The filing procedure for the Bulk Sales Act is relatively straightforward. At least 10 business days prior to the closing of title, the purchaser or their attorney must file a form with the State referred to as a C-9600 Bulk Sales Notice. The form contains information about the transaction including the seller’s name and tax ID number as well as the purchaser’s name and tax ID number. The terms of the sale must be disclosed by way of a copy of the real estate contract attached to the form.

Once the State receives that form, it will then review its records to determine whether the seller owes any taxes to the State, including any taxes that may result from the specific sale. The State will then send what is referred to as a Bulk Sales escrow letter to the buyer’s attorney. The Bulk Sales escrow letter will direct how much money must be escrowed from the seller at closing pending a determination by the State as to the actual taxes owed. The next step is for the seller or their accountant to submit to the State a form known as a TTD (Transfer Tax Declaration) form in which the seller discloses the taxes that may be due to the State as a result of the transaction. In some cases, the Bulk Sales notice and the TTD form can be submitted simultaneously so that the State can make a determination as to amount of taxes owed. Once the State determines the taxes owed, it will send a second letter directing the buyer’s attorney to release a specific amount of money from the escrow held at closing.

Upon the State receives that money it will then send a third letter to the buyer’s attorney authorizing the release of the remaining escrow to the seller.

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─Photo courtesy Jackson Recreation JACKSON – Summer Camp this year has been filled with tons of fun. Campers had trips to Jenkinsons, Climb Zone, ice skating, Jackson spray park, and more!

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 our 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.

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Around The Jersey Shore Upcoming Forest Resource Education Center Events

JACKSON – August Forest Resource Education Center (FREC) events are here! Tune into nature, it is the best way to relax. The team at FREC are ready to show you how with many forest-focused educational experiences. Per use and pre-register for small-group outdoor nature programs.

To register, go to forestresourceeducationcenter.eventbrite.com and choose the program you would like to register for.

• Trees, Timber and Human Imagination: Part One: August 17; August 26 • NJ State Tree Nursery Tour: August 18 • Trees, Timber and Human Imagination: Part Two: August 19, August 24 • Shinrin-Yoku Forest Therapy: August 21; August 23 • Swamp Life: August 31 For more information, call 732-928-2360 or email FREC@dep.nj.gov.

Jackson Recreation Offering Sesame Place Tickets

JACKSON – The Jackson Recreation is selling a limited number of Sesame Place tickets. Tickets are $33 each and can be purchased at the Recreation Department. Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Tickets are non-refundable, valid any operating day Monday through Friday until September 3. You may apply the unpaid value of an unused ticket towards another higher

priced group admission ticket through January 2 at Guest Relations. After January 2, ticket expires and has no value. Cannot be combined with any other discount offer.

Ticket can be used at any of the following locations: Discover Cove, Aquatica, Sea World, Busch Gardens, Adventure Island, Water Country USA and Sesame Place.

For additional information, call 732928-1260.

BlueClaws Community Partners Game Benefit

LAKEWOOD – Homes Now, Inc. presents the Jersey Shore BlueClaws Community Partners Baseball Game with fireworks on August 20, at 7 p.m.

Tickets are $12 each or 10 for $100. All proceeds to benefit income-restricted fam-

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Help our neighbors in need by purchasing tickets now.

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We all know that exercise is good for keeping our bodies in good shape. There is more and more evidence that exercising our ears is also good for keeping our hearing in good shape.

A number of studies in the United States and abroad have demonstrated that individuals with hearing loss in both ears, who only use one hearing aid, tend to maintain or improve their ability to understand words in the ear with the hearing aid. The ear without the hearing aid tends to decline in word recognition ability. This decline is not a change in hearing sensitivity, but rather is a decline in the ability to process the complex speech signal simply through the lack of use. In my opinion, there are several reasons for this phenomenon: 1. The ear without the hearing aid is not being “exercised” very much and 2. The area of the brain involved in hearing is not being used and becomes less effective at processing speech information.

This gradual decline in speech recognition ability usually reverses itself once the ear gets more stimulation (normally through the use of a hearing aid). Research in England suggests this process of gradual improvement in speech understanding may take four to six weeks after the hearing aid fitting, and may continue for up to 12 weeks. What does this mean to someone with hearing loss? Over the past 10 years, the results of a number of studies suggests the following: 1. The longer a hearing loss is ignored, the greater effect.

2. The sooner a hearing loss is treated, the easier the adjustment.

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

3 Surprising Medicinal Benefits Of Cilantro

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. When you think of fresh cilantro, what comes to mind? Is it guacamole, tacos or other Mexican cuisine? You may be surprised but cilantro can be used in everything, it’s a delicious herb with medicinal benefits galore. In America, cilantro refers to the leaves, which look a little bit like a parsley bunch. I always have to squint to make sure I’m grabbing the right one at the grocery store. But the seeds of this plant are called coriander and so both names are used for the respective spices. And even more interesting, did you know that consumers have been pushing for antibiotic-free chicken and cilantro is used as one herbal antibiotic? That’s how strong the anti-microbial effects are!

Cilantro is rich in carotenoids, as well as quercetin, kaempferol, apigenin and rhamnetin. This simply means it provides excellent antioxidant power to clean up your body like a cellular Roomba®. Plus because it’s green the chlorophyll you consume from it acts as an excellent detoxifier.

More on that momentarily.

It’s rare but true, that some people find the smell and taste of cilantro quite foul!

That’s because they have a cilantro SNP in one of their ‘smell genes’ the olfactory receptor OR6A2. Polymorphisms in this specific gene cause some people to hate the herb, but again it’s rare. Still, some people are going to hate it! That’s too bad because there are tremendous medicinal benefits for cilantro. Here are the top three surprising medicinal benefits of cilantro: 1. Chelation. Cilantro is useful for gentle chelation and detoxification of heavy metals from the body. These metals get into

your bloodstream if you eat certain foods processed with metals or are exposed to environmental pollutants, contaminated water, old dental fillings, household chemicals, smoking and more. While cilantro can’t remove all metals, nor does it prevent any disease, it is still widely revered for its detoxification capabilities and there are studies to prove that.

2. Bone Building. Cilantro is one of the best herbal sources for vitamin K which helps put calcium back into your bones by shuttling it out of your bloodstream. We also know that cilantro is a great source of minerals which are also needed for strong bones. It contains calcium of course, but also potassium, iron, magnesium and manganese.

3. Seizures. Epilepsy is a serious condition that requires proper treatment by a qualified practitioner. Traditional medications often included those in the category of anti-convulsants and tricyclic antidepressants. But what about an herb like cilantro? The therapeutic action of cilantro comes as a surprise to most, however it is proven and in my professional opinion, it is a promising adjunctive therapy to controlling seizures along with conventional treatments.

My article refers to eating the fresh herb which you can buy at any supermarket, so I am uncertain if pills and extracts (ie cilantro supplementation) are right for everyone. Please ask your doctor or pharmacist before taking dietary supplements of cilantro to be sure they are right for you.

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Around The Jersey Shore 4th Annual Oktoberfest Returns

MANCHESTER – After a year hiatus due to the pandemic, the annual Oktoberfest celebration returns to Redeemer Lutheran Church, located at 2309 Route 70 E in Manchester.

The event will be held on September 18, from 3 to 7 p.m. Cost of admittance is $5 per adult and children 12 and under admitted free. People can preregister and print their tickets by visiting the ‘Oktoberfest’ link on their website, redeemermanchester.org.

Redeemer Lutheran Church invites the community to enjoy a day of fun-filled merriment at the annual outdoor celebration event featuring great fun, fellowship and food for the whole family. There will be bratwurst, hot dogs, red cabbage, German potato salad and many other offerings, and of course, great Oktoberfest beer

on tap. Featured will be the fantastic four-piece German polka band, Chris and Ronnie. They will be performing live throughout the event for your enjoyment. Their outstanding talent is sure to bring spirited song and dance to the party.

The Rev. Dan Berteau, the Senior Pastor at Redeemer Lutheran says that this event is “a way of giving back to our community by providing an opportunity to connect together and celebrate life with our neighbors. God has created people with the gift of joy and happiness so we should enable one another to do just that, together as God’s family. Scripture says to ‘rejoice in the Lord always’ and we intend doing just that with the community through this fun-filled evening.”

For more information, call 732-657-2828.

Crisis Hotline Volunteers Needed

JERSEY SHORE – Crisis Hotline Volunteers needed for CONTACT of Ocean & Monmouth Counties’ training beginning September 14, twice a week every Tuesday & Thursday for six weeks from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Training will be held in person at St. Luke’s Roman Catholic Church, 1674 Old Freehold Rd, Toms River.

CONTACT is a 24-hour crisis intervention hotline that also provides information & referral to community resources. All calls are free, confidential and anonymous. Training is free.

Become a voice to those in distress. Make a difference in your community! Call 732240-6104 or email contact@contactoceanmonmouth.org for additional information and registration.

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Jackson Reminds Residents To Lock Their Car Doors

By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – Township Police are urging residents to lock their car doors following a number of car burglaries.

Police are also reminding residents to remove valuables from their vehicles, including key fobs, and lock them when parked. Do not give a thief an easy opportunity to make you a crime victim.

A resident of Rodeo Drive reported that someone entered an unlocked Audi parked at the residence and stole iPods, bottles of cologne and a wallet containing cash, credit cards and identification.

An Olivia Way resident reported that someone entered an unlocked Infiniti parked in the driveway and stole property valued in excess of $600. The property included an iPhone, tote bags, headphone and compact discs.

Another resident of Olivia Way reported that suspects entered a Mercedes and Ford work van which were both parked in the driveway unlocked.

An iPhone valued at $700was reported stolen in this incident.

A Rodeo Drive resident reported that their GMC and Cadillac were entered. Both were parked at the location and both are believed to have been unlocked as no damage was noted. Prescription sunglasses valued at $500 were reported stolen.

Another Olivia Way resident reported that their unlocked Ford model car was parked at the residence. was entered. The glove box was open and someone had gone through the contents of the vehicle but nothing was reported stolen.

A resident of Carlson Court reported that someone entered a Honda parked at the residence and stole property valued in excess of $500. The stolen property included a headset, purse and prescription

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A resident of Larisa Lane reported suspects stole a small mattress and 12-foot extension ladder valued at $400 from his parked vehicle.

A Jenny Lane resident reported entry to an unlocked Lexus which had been parked in the driveway and stole a purse, the vehicle’s key fob which had been left inside the vehicle, cash and a debit card. The debit card was later used by a suspect at

a store in Neptune to purchase various gift cards.

Residents of Symphony Court reported suspects entered two BMWs which were parked unlocked in the driveway and stole property valued in excess of $600. The property included air pods and Prada sunglasses.

A resident of Jenny Lane reported suspects entered a Toyota parked at the residence and rummaged through the vehicle. It did not appear that

anything had been stolen.

Those responsible were shown to be males wearing black and gray hooded sweatshirts with masks over their faces based on security system images. No other identifying characteristics were noted.

Anyone with information about the incidents is asked to contact headquarters at 732-928-1111 and also to report suspicious activity.

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Monmouth/Ocean County Residents: Use Odd/Even Outdoor Watering Schedule

By Alyssa Riccardi NEW JERSEY – With increased high-water demands as well as a planned outage at a primary water treatment plant, New Jersey American Water is asking their Monmouth and Ocean County customers to use an odd/even schedule for outdoor watering.

“We hope that our Monmouth and Ocean County customers will voluntarily adopt odd/even watering practices as we contin-

ue through the summer,” Carmen Tierno, senior director of operations at New Jersey American Water, said. “Practicing odd/ even watering now will help us manage a finite supply of water, yet our customers will still be able to maintain their lawns and gardens.”

Odd/even guidelines are: Outdoor water use on odd-numbered days of the month if your street address is an odd number (i.e., 23 Oak St., 7 Maple Ave.)

Outdoor water use on even-numbered days of the month if your street address is an even number (i.e., 6 Oak St., 354 Maple Ave.) Water early or late in the day to minimize evaporation Exceptions are: Watering of new sod or seed if daily watering is required (Note: it is recommended that any planting of new sod or seed that has not already taken place be delayed

until the fall) Use of private wells for irrigation Commercial uses of outdoor water, such as for nurseries, farm stands, power washing, plumbing, athletic fields, and car washes Watering of athletic fields For more information and additional tips on wise water use, visit the New Jersey American Water’s website at newjerseyamwater.com under Water Information.

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Help Wanted HIRING NOW!! Looking for outgoing, positive, and engaging teachers to join our Toms River – Route 70 Goddard Family. We are primarily hiring teachers for our elementary school aged children to foster a learning environment in which these children can continue to do their elementary school work. This would include helping them with worksheets, zooms, google classrooms etc. Some of the great perks of being a part of the Goddard Family include a benefits package, paid time off, holiday events and free food and Goddard swag. Call today to inquire about this job posting and start as early as next week!

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Senior Living Community Cook/Dishwashers/Maintenance Technician/Restaurant Servers/Bus Drivers/Lifeguard (Indoor Pool). 1700 Rt. 37 West ∙ Toms River, NJ 08755.

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Help Wanted Home Health Care Company Now Hiring RN’s, LPN’s and CHHA in Ocean & Monmouth Counties! Flexible scheduling. Work in your community.

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(37) IMMEDIATE JOB OPENINGS We are hiring Certified Home Health Aides − CHHA. Licensed Practical Nurse − LPN. Registered Nurses − RN. Direct Support Professional − DSP Fill application on-line at Sabahomehealthcare.com or call us at 732-797-0700. Please send resume to ssalu@sabahhc.com. (t/n) Needed Female Live-In-Aid/Companion - (24/7) No experience needed. For a 57 year old veteran, very light duty in exchange for private bedroom and bath , all utilities, cable, phone and food are all included, plus a small weekly salary. Some perks for long term, must have drivers license. At my covid safe home in Holiday City, Toms River.

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(36) Office help needed! - Cedar Glen West located in Manchester NJ. Must be good with customers and have working knowledge of Quick books, Word and Excel. Part time flexible hours. Please Email resume to williams@cedarglenwest.net.

(37) Certified Home Health Aides Needed for Ocean County area. Hourly and live-in positions avail. P/T and F/T. Call CCC at 732-206-1047. (t/n)

Services Don Carnevale Painting Interior, Some Exterior. No Job Too Small. Very Neat. Reasonable & Affordable. Senior Discounts.

Low Rates & Free Estimates. 732899-4470 or 732-915-4075. (t/n) Caregiver/Companion - Reliable and caring for you or a loved one.

Services provided include: meal prep, errands/shopping, light housekeeping, transportation appointments. references available, call Josephine 732-664-5491.

(35) Car Service - 24/7. Doctors, shopping, airports, hospitals, cruise, shops, Atlantic City, family functions, NYC accomodations for large groups. Call for reasonable rates. Kerry 732-606-2725.

(19) LANDSCAPING - Restorations, Repairs, Stones, Mulch, Sod Installs, Hedges, Shrubs, Bushes, Downed Branches Trimmed & Removed, Demolition, Cleanouts, ect., Dumpster service provided by A901 Licensed Hauler ect. MAN WITH VAN LLC. Jim 609-335-0330 HIC# 13vh10806000.

NO JOB TOO SMALL! (11) PQ Painting & Home Improvement Services - Over 5 decades of service in NJ. Visit us online at pqpaintingservice.com. Winner of Angie’s List Super Service Award. Free estimates, reasonable rates, fully licensed and insured NJ Lic #13VH06752800. Call 732-500-3063 or 609-356-2444. (t/n)

Services GENERAC Standby Generators provide backup power during utility power outages, so your home and family stay safe and comfortable. Prepare now. Free 7-year extended warranty ($695 value!). Request a free quote today! Call for additional terms and conditions. 1-833-901-0309. (t/n)

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Around The Jersey Shore Pride In Plumsted Requests Suggestions To Honor Soldier PLUMSTED – Pride in Plumsted requests your suggestions! Honoring Congressional Medal of Honor winner (CMOH) David Southard.

David Southard was a Union soldier who won the Congressional Medal of Honor during the closing days of the Civil War at the Battle of Sailors Creek, April 5 and 6 1865. He is buried at Zion Cemetery on Route 528 (Lakewood Road).

Plumsted Township is looking to honor this local hero of Plumsted and could use your help.

They would like to name a place, a street,

or a park etc. after this CMOH recipient.

They presently have the following suggestions: Clock Parking lot on Main Street Dedicate a street in the downtown area (Meadowbrook Road at the American Legion) Have another suggestion? Let them know, email Jennifer Witham, at municipalclerk@plumsted.org.

Send your vote in by August 31. They plan to have a dedication on/or about Veterans Day, November 11.

Tunnel To Towers 9/11 Fundraiser

NEW EGYPT – The Tunnel to Towers will be hosting a 9/11 Fundraiser, 20 years of honoring and remembering the sacrifices of our heroes.

The event will take place at the New Egypt Speedway on September 11, (rain date September 12) from 12 to 4 p.m.

All proceeds go to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.

Cars, trucks, motor cycles and race cars on display. Staging at 12 p.m. $20 registration donation cast or check to: Tunnel to Towers.

There will be Best of Show and Long Haul trophies. Racing photo auction:

auctioning off prize win ning 16x20 (permanently mounted) racing photos by Photographer Dan Schafer Photo Extraordinaire. Saturday night racing: spectator gates open at 5 p.m.

All first responders are admitted free with official ID. Emergency vehicle parade at speedway intermission. Racing panel, sheet metal and autographed tired for auction. Food, drinks and ice cream available for purchase at New Egypt Speedway Food Concession.

For more information, contact Dan Schafer at 732-928-8847, revdan1943@ gmail.com

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Continued From Page 1 He and Dr. Todd Cooperman, a physician on staff whose specialty is physical medicine and rehabilitation, launched a program at the hospital last week for people suffering with post-COVID symptoms.

“Our goal is to really try to focus on a lot of the things we are seeing in our patients with COVID once the acuity of the disease is gone,” he said. “We’re seeing a lot of long-term symptoms that are focused around multiple areas.”

As many as one-third of all COVID patients suffer from post-COVID symptoms, said Dr. Cooperman.

“We’re looking to help these patients to navigate the course of this new illness,” he said. “It’s obviously something that’s new to all of us, but the number of patients has our attention, and we really can’t wait until we have all of the answers to start helping these patients.”

It can be very disconcerting for people who are suffering with post-COVID symptoms, Dr. Cooperman said.

“They often feel like they don’t know which direction they should be guided towards, and very often patients may feel lost or confused, and no one really has answers to these symptoms they’re having,” he said, “and that only compounds the way they’re feeling.”

The program would rely on the most recent evidence-based medical literature that is coming out that has helped previous patients,” Dr. Cooperman said.

It would also help patients have a sense of validation for what they’re feeling - that it’s not all in their heads, he added.

Oftentimes there are no specific hard findings from medical tests of patients who suffer from brain fog, severe fatigue, headaches, reduced endurance and shortness of

breath, so physicians treat the symptoms as they continue to learn what causes postCOVID symptoms, he said.

Symptoms can be ubiquitous and different for everybody, so treatment is more direct when dealing with a direct organ, added Dr. Matera.

“For instance, post-pulmonary symptoms can last for a while, and can result in lung scarring which potentially could be a very long-term thing,” he said.

“This is the amazing thing about this disease - the medical aspect of treating it, we are learning in real time, which makes it more difficult to pinpoint what the longterm effects will be,” Dr. Matera said.

“That data will come as time goes on.”

He said COVID-19 is a baff ling and frustrating disease because of how fast patients can deteriorate and the range of people it affects.

“We’ve seen patients with multiple risk factors not get very sick and others who had minimal risk factors get sick and die,” he said.

Dr. Matera warned that fully-vaccinated people can still carry the COVID-19 virus and transmit it to someone else, who could get the disease.

Some 15 to 20 percent of their current patients have gotten “breakthrough” infections, meaning they got the disease after being fully vaccinated.

“The vaccine never said you wouldn’t get COVID, but it did tout that you would be less ill, so knock on wood, we have not seen a lot of critical patients,” he said.

During the first round of COVID infections last year, there were 48 patients in their 26-bed ICU. Now there is only one, Dr. Matera said.

For more information on post-COVID Syndrome treatment, visit centrastate. com/services/post-covid-syndrome-treatment/

Fire Company Holds 1st Annual Car Show

ISLAND HEIGHTS – Come out and see the 1st Annual Car Show being presented by the Island Heights Vol. Fire Co. 1 and Sentimental Cruisers on August 21. It will be fun for the whole family as you can enjoy the classic car show, live entertainment, food trucks, and a beer garden.

Spectator admission is free, registration for cars is $15 in advance or $20 the day of

the event. The first 100 cars will get dash plaques. The car show runs from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and the live entertainment runs from 2 until 7 p.m. Come out and enjoy a great day with the family while supporting the fire department.

The event will be held at 1 Wanamaker Municipal Complex in Island Heights. Rain date is August 22.

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Photo Of The Week HOMEMADE GRANOLA BARS WILL POWER THE KIDS THROUGH CLASS, AFTER-SCHOOL ACTIVITIES AND MORE

By America’s Test Kitchen

As the kids head back to school, these chewy granola bars are great to have on your baking menu. It’s a perfect make-ahead snack and travels well.

–Photo by Carolyne Roselli Along a recent nature walk, this frog was spotted on a lily pad.

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.

A quick note: Don’t use quick, instant, or extra-thick rolled oats in this recipe. Rolled oats (also called old-fashioned or regular oats) are whole oats that have been steamed and then rolled.

If these same oats are rolled very thinly, they are called quick oats because they cook, well, more quickly. Instant oats are cooked and then dehydrated, so they don’t need any more cooking, just hot water.

CHEWY GRANOLA BARS WITH CRANBERRIES AND WALNUTS Makes 12 Bars

3/4 cup walnuts 1 1/4 cups old-fashioned rolled oats 1/2 cup raw sunflower seeds 1/4 cup vegetable oil 2 tablespoons water 1/2 cup dried apricots 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup Rice Krispies cereal 1/2 cup dried cranberries 1. Adjust oven rack to the middle position and heat oven to 350 degrees. Make an aluminum foil sling for an 8-inch square metal baking pan. Spray foil with vegetable oil spray.

2. In a food processor, pulse walnuts until finely chopped, about 10 1-second pulses. Transfer walnuts to a rimmed baking sheet.

Add oats and sunflower seeds to the baking sheet and spread into an even layer. Bake until oats are lightly browned, about 12 minutes.

3. Place baking sheet on a cooling rack and let cool for 10 minutes.

While oat mixture is cooling, reduce oven temperature to 300 degrees.

4. Combine oil and water in a liquid measuring cup. Add apricots, brown sugar and salt to the food processor and process until apricots are very finely ground, about 15 seconds. With the processor running, pour oil mixture through the feed tube and process until a paste forms, about 1 minute.

5. Transfer apricot paste to a large bowl. Add the cooled oat mixture and stir until oats are well coated with apricot paste. Add cereal and cranberries and gently stir until evenly combined.

6. Scrape mixture into the foillined baking pan and spread into an even layer. Use the bottom of a dry measuring cup to press down VERY firmly (especially at edges and corners) until smooth and flat. Bake until granola is brown at edges, about 25 minutes.

7. Transfer baking pan to a cooling rack and let the granola bars cool completely in the pan, about 2 hours. Use foil to lift bars out of the baking pan and transfer to a cutting board.

Cut into bars and serve

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