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─Photo by Veronica L. Yankowski The devastation at Ground Zero will live on in people’s minds and hearts for a lifetime.

By Stephanie Faughnan MANAHAWKIN – Many of the surv ivors of t he terr o r i s t a t t a c k s of September 11, 2001 suffered physical injuries or eventually became sick f rom the toxic environment. But, for Mana h awk i n r e sid e nt

Susan Gennarelli, 57, the pain of that fateful day will stay with her forever.

Two decades later, Gennarelli admits she suffered from survivor’s guilt for a very long time. She did not understand why her life was spared.

However, as she reflects back, Gennarelli

believes someth i ng In the workplace good evolved from the a s a m a n a g e r , tragic events.

G e n n a rel l i fou nd “I’ve always ha d she gained additiona pretty decent per- al insight when she spective and handle oversaw staff meeton things,” explains ings. She uses her Gennarelli. “People experience in both find me very calming, her professional and a nd my exper ience personal life. help e d m a ke me a As she listens to greater communica- people bicker over tor.”

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Veteran Survived 9/11, Helped At Ground Zero

By Stephanie Faughnan BA R N EGAT – More than thir t y years before September 11, 2001, Barnegat resident Fre d Rube n st ei n served with the fifth Air Rescue Squadron at Tan Son Nhut Air Base in Viet Nam. His experiences then left lasting

impressions of a wartorn land.

Just 19 years old at the time, Rubenstein participated in air rescue missions conducted during the night. Under cover of darkness, a rope was lowered down to pick up pilots who were shot down or other soldiers able to communicate by radio.

“If we came across

someone who was dead, we were ordered to leave them behind,” explained Rubenstein.

“We took one of their dog tags for identification. If there were signs of life, we brought them up.”

Rubenstein was one of the lucky ones who returned home from the Vietnam War. His luck carried him through

yet another life-threatening encounter as a survivor of the 9-11 terrorist attacks.

A native of the big city, Rubenstein and his wife decided to move to Barnegat 28 years ago.

Rubenstein kept his job with the New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority and made the commute by catching the bus from

Toms River.

On September 11, 2001, Rubenstein, 52, was scheduled for a 9 a.m. meeting with then-Mayor Rudy Giuliani as part of a transportation planning task force at 7 World Trade Center.

“My exper t ise was in buses, while

September 11, 2021

Police Promotions Recognized

By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – Township officials recognized members of the Jackson Police Department who were promoted recently and they voiced their opinion on the governor’s mandate for masking up students and school staff for the new school year.

Council President Andrew Kern welcomed both senior and junior officers of the force and thanked them “for doing what you do in keeping us safe.” Kern noted his nephew had become a police officer in recent weeks.

“I want to say thank you to all the families.

Thank you so much for letting these officers leave your home so they can protect the residents of our township and take care of us.”

Police Chief Matthew Kunz then introduced the four officers who were recently promoted to the rank of sergeant. They include Alex Crinnan who will be assigned as a patrol supervisor on the department’s midnight shift. Darin McClain’s promotion to sergeant will see him assigned as a supervisor to the midnight shift.

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New COVID Mutation On The Rise

By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK - “Mu” is the most recent variant to emerge from COVID-19, and according to the World Health Organization (WHO), the mutation may have the ability to evade the immunity from vaccines and antibodies from a previous infection.

The Mu variant was added to the WHO’s watchlist at the end of August. It was first detected in Columbia in January of this year, and

by September 4, it has been reported in 47 states and 39 countries.

According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), viruses constantly change through mutation, and new variants of a virus are expected to occur.

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Continued From Page 1 what she refers to as the “small stuff,” Gennarelli offers them a simple reminder regarding perspective.

“I tell them bigger things are going on than what they are arguing about,” Gennarelli shares. “When people realize that I am a survivor of 9/11, they understand what I mean when I tell them to look at the greater picture.”

Gennarelli considers her attitude a gift, one that came from the most horrifying experience of her life. The nearly fatal day began when Gennarelli ended her commute from northern New Jersey and stepped off the escalator into the World Trade Center at approximately 7 a.m.

At the time, Gennarelli managed a L’Oréal retail store in the World Financial Center and arrived early to prepare for a special customer function the following morning. She still had some time to kill and considered shopping in the mall that connected the buildings underground.

“I changed my mind and decided I needed to go to the gym instead,” explains Gennarelli. “If I had gone shopping, I would have been in the towers when the plane hit.”

After completing her workout and shower, Gennarelli recalls she looked at the clock and noted it was 9 a.m. Gennarelli prepared to walk outside and make the block-long trek to her job.

A woman outside the gym appeared hysterical, and Gennarelli instinctively wanted to help her. However, she had no idea why the stranger kept saying “Oh my God,” over and over again. That is until she followed the direction of the woman’s finger pointing to the sky.

By then, only the first plane had hit the towers. Gennarelli’s thoughts immediately went to the New York City firefighter she was dating and decided he was most likely at the scene. She worried about him and wondered how he and the others would get up to where they needed to be.

“I continued to walk towards the towers and stopped like most people did,” Gennarelli says. “I’m so responsible that I still felt I had to get to my store.”

Gennarelli says at this point she didn’t know what happened or how it happened.

And then the unthinkable turned from bad to worse.

“I watched the second plane come by as if in slow motion,” shares Gennarelli. “It exploded once and then exploded again.

The heat made me feel like I was on fire.”

Desks flew from the windows as debris scattered everywhere. Gennarelli’s worst recollection brought tears to her eyes as she quietly spoke the words.

“I saw a jumper and remember his tie

was up,” Gennarelli whispers. “I also saw other people standing on the edge.”

Bedlam broke out in the streets and Gennarelli made a mad dash for cover.

She ran to the nearby Millennial Hotel, fell inside the revolving door, and couldn’t pull herself up. Gennarelli’s body blocked the way for others trying to find an escape.

By some miracle, Gennarelli made it out of the door and crawled into the hotel lobby. She paid little attention to an injured foot as she planned her next move.

“All I knew was that I had to survive,” shares Gennarelli. “I thought of my mom, and how could she go on if I didn’t at least try.”

Gennarelli worried that a third plane would strike the hotel and decided to leave the building. As she escaped through a side exit, she saw a dead person in the street – another unforgettable sight.

“I became even more petrified and scared when I learned what happened,” Gennarelli says. “It hit me when I heard people yelling that we were being attacked.”

Alone and afraid, Gennarelli’s first inclination was to seek shelter at another L’Oreal store on Liberty Street. When she arrived, a police officer blocked her entrance and gave her a simple answer to her pleas. He told the young woman to walk uptown.

As she went past City Hall and the Brooklyn Bridge, Gennarelli worried the attackers would bomb them next. Despite a sprained ankle, she ultimately made it to L’Oreal’s Fifth Avenue headquarters.

“The manager of a Queens store and someone from Human Resources were waiting for me,” shares Gennarelli. “I walked with the manager to Queens over the Queens Borough Bridge. There was no other way out, with everything on lockdown.”

Gennarelli let her family know she was alive as soon as she could. As she sat with her colleague at her home, Gennarelli learned of the firefighters who lost their lives and assumed her boyfriend was among them.

It wasn’t until three days later the two lear ned they both survived the fatal attacks.

While she was treated for neck and back injuries for several years, Gennarelli admits the PTSD remains the most permanent damage.

Two or three weeks after the attacks, Gennarelli followed the recommendations of her therapist and returned to the scene.

She and her brother photographed the remnants, although it’s the other images that remain embedded in her memory.

“I still have nightmares,” says Gennarelli. “I will never work in New York City again.”

Annual Pig Roast Hosted By Amvets Post 2

JACKSON – The Amvets (American Veterans) Post 2 will be holding their Annual Pig Roast on September 11 from 1 to 6 p.m.

There also be chicken burgers and dogs.

Music by Boot Hill. Tickets are $25. Call 732-674-9828 for more information.

The AmVets Post 2 is located at 1290 Toms River Road in Jackson.

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COVID:

Continued From Page 1 Sometimes new variants emerge and disappear.

Other times they persist. Most variants cause similar COVID-19 symptoms, but some variants may cause more people to get sicker and die - for example, the Alpha and Delta variants, which cause more infections and spreads faster than earlier forms of the COVID-19 virus.

Infections from the Delta variant, which is the dominant and most concerning variant, was first identified in India, and only happens to a small proportion of people who are fully vaccinated.

The vaccination protects people from severe illness, hospitalization and death.

With the Delta variant, health experts are starting to see reduced protection against mild and moderate disease, which is why the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is planning for a booster shot so vaccinated people can maintain effective immunity over the coming winter months.

A booster dose refers to another dose of a vaccine to someone who built up protection after a vaccination, but then the protection decreases over time (this is called waning immunity).

The CDC said evidence suggests that fully vaccinated people who are infected with the Delta variant can still spread the virus to others.

Those individuals who were vaccinated early, such as nursing home residents, health care workers, the elderly and the immunocompromised, should be lining up for their booster shots.

Local resident Mary Keefe, 67, and her husband Jeff, 72, got their initial COVID-19 vaccinations in January, and recently got their

The Jackson Times, September 11, 2021, Page 5 booster shots after a social event at their adult community turned into a “mini-spreader” event, she said.

“I don’t want that virus in me,” Keefe said in a recent phone call. “They don’t know what the long-term effects are, and I want to travel and feel somewhat safe.”

The Keefes are immunocompromised since Mary was diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis and Jeff is diabetic.

“Diabetics were really getting sick in 2020,” she said. “They encouraged all diabetics to get their shots, and for immunocompromised people to get the booster shot.”

The immunocompromised are particularly vulnerable to the COVID-19 infection. They are more likely to have severe complications than those with a healthy immune system and may have a higher chance of being hospitalized.

The goal is for people to start receiving their booster shot starting in the fall, with individuals being eligible after they have received their second dose of the two mRNA vaccines - Pfizer or Moderna.

Those who received the single-shot Johnson & Johnson vaccine, which uses the more traditional virus-based technology, will likely need a booster dose of that vaccine.

Federal regulators might approve a booster shot as early as five months after the previous vaccination after data from Israel indicates that a booster provides four times as much protection against the Delta variant than the two-dose regimen in those 60 and older.

The CDC reports that a booster also provides five to six times more efficacy in preventing serious illness or hospitalization.

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Police:

Continued From Page 1 Also promoted was Andrea Falzarano who will be assigned as the afternoon shift patrol supervisor. David Watson was also promoted and will continue oversight of the department’s policies and accreditation. While he could not be present at the council meeting where the officers were recognized, a cardboard life-sized cutout of the officer stood in his place for photos with Chief Kunz and the governing body.

“Thank you, Council President Kern, for putting us at the front of your agenda. In speaking to him I know he is very excited about these promotions,” the chief said.

Council Members Criticize Masking Mandate “Our state’s tyrannical governor imposed a mask mandate for all school age students for the upcoming school year. I can’t keep up with all his executive orders. Parents should be deciding whether their kids should be wearing masks or not, not the government,” Councilman Nino Borrelli said.

Echoing Borrelli’s comments, Councilman

Steven Chisholm said, “New Jersey often gets a bad rap, sometimes deservedly so. Sometimes that comes in the form of our inept politicians such as King Phillip. If you don’t believe his mindset than you are okay with killing children. That is absolutely false. To think it is an either-or situation is absurdly ridiculous.”

Second Solar Lease Project The Council authorized the second utility scale solar project on township property known as the “desert” of Jackson and “a place that would cost the township a million dollars will soon be producing hundreds of thousands of dollars per year in land lease revenue,” Council President Kern said.

The project will upgrade the township’s infrastructure and resilience after storms impact the energy grid, he said. “The risk to the citizens of Jackson will be zero. The cost to the taxpayers to get this project started will be zero dollars. This project will be at least three times larger than the original project and it’s finally nearing completion after being stalled for a number of years.”

Kern said for the next 15 years revenue from this second solar project would be put into the general fund to offset the tax burden.

National Night Out A Success Councilman Borrelli noted members of the council and Mayor Michael Reina had during the township’s recent National Night Out event held in August. “Thanks go out to the JTPD and our local fire and emergency organizations for making it such a great event for a great town.”

Councilman Chisholm also called Jackson National Night Against Crime “a fantastic event. I don’t know how many people were there but we had at least a thousand. It looked like a great night all over and I look forward to doing it again next year.”

Councilman Alex Sauickie also noted the success of National Night Out “We were lucky to get an absolutely beautiful night. Well over a thousand people showed up.”

Contracts Authorized A $21,900 Community Development Block Grant project for the township senior center’s back road renovations was finalized by the governing body in a unanimous vote. T&M Associates will do the engineering services.

A $46,000 contract with T&M Associates was also approved for various turf field replacements in Jackson. The firm was also authorized to perform engineering work for a road improvement project in the amount of $50,585.

─Photo courtesy Jackson Township Members of the Jackson Council join Police Chief Matthew Kunz with newly promoted police sergeants, Alex Crinnan, Darin McClain, Andrea Falzarano and in his absence, cardboard life-sized cutout of David Watson.

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

Afghan Refugees Welcome, But Vetting Needs To Continue From The Desk Of

Congressman

Chris Smith LAKEHURST - As Afghan evacuees continue to arrive at Joint Base MDL, I joined members of the NJ congressional delegation and the Governor for a high-level briefing at the base by U.S. Northern Command Commander General Glen VanHerck.

As the process to assist and relocate the Afghan evacuees intensifies, the outstanding men and women of the Joint Base are playing a critical role in this humanitarian crisis by meeting the basic needs of temporary housing, food, medical care, resettlement assistance and transportation. We are grateful for their work and for the extraordinary leadership of Airforce Major General Mark Camerer, Commander of Joint Task Force

Liberty.

I believe that there is a both a compelling need and moral obligation to provide immediate safe haven and humanitarian aid to those who have fled the unspeakable cruelty, violence and terrorism perpetrated by the Taliban and ISIS-K. And, in welcoming Afghan evacuees to the U.S. - and out of an abundance of respect and concern for all Americans as well as genuine refugees - it remains absolutely essential that comprehensive and effective vetting occurs to ensure that no terrorist surreptitiously slips into any American community.

Some of the individuals and families arriving at the Joint Base provided vital assistance to our brave servicemen and women who served in Afghanistan fighting the war against terrorism and now need the U.S. to fulfill our promise to protect them.

Shockingly, according to the Wall Street

Journal, the majority of interpreters and other U.S. visa applicants were left behind in Afghanistan.

We are told that prior to arriving at the Joint Base, vetting is robust and that biometric screening is being employed.

However, according to Politifact, “How does vetting work? U.S. officials have emphasized that the vetting of evacuees is thorough, but they have not provided much detail.”

Also of concern are the comments by President Biden’s press secretary, Jen Psaki, who said “We know ISIS-K has a keen interest in attacks against aviation targets, and our personnel on the ground and our personnel on the ground in our military bases…”

We need to know more.

Reliable background information on Afghan evacuees - including fingerprints, cross checking terror watch lists and public records - on many if not most simply doesn’t exist, and if such information did, is likely neither available nor retrievable especially now.

That said, how many Afghan refugees have been “screened out” thus far due to their past? What country will accept them?

We have no idea.

During the war in Kosovo, I travelled to Stenkovec refugee camp in Macedonia in 1999 and then was here at McGuire Air Force Base months later to welcome some of the 4,400 people brought from that camp to the United States. One refugee – Agron Abdullahu – was apprehended years later and sent to jail in 2008 for supplying guns and ammunition to the “Fort Dix 5” – a group of terrorists who were also sent to prison for plotting to kill American soldiers at the Fort Dix. Despite the vetting process used then, he was missed. We cannot allow another such failure to happen again.

It is expected that up to 13,000 Afghan evacuees may be housed at the base.

New Jersey residents and families and NGOs are showing deep compassion and empathy by reaching out to offer generous donations and supplies.

Menendez Safety Standards Should Be Applied To Beach Umbrellas Capitol Comments Senator Robert Menendez

JERSEY CITY, N.J. – U.S. Senators Bob Menendez (D-N.J.) and Mark Warner (D-Va.) pressed product safety regulators working to develop new standards for umbrellas to include beach umbrellas in their testing protocols. It’s the latest push in the senators’ continued effort to protect beachgoers from the dangers of windswept beach umbrellas after a tourist in Seaside Heights in 2018 was speared in the leg by the flying projectile and another woman in 2016 was killed in Virginia Beach when a beach umbrella caught in

the wind impaled her in the chest.

ASTM International, formerly known as American Society for Testing and Materials - a nonprof it that often partners with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) to develop technical standards for a wide range of materials, products, systems, and services - last year began testing the safety and durability of market umbrellas in various wind conditions, but has inexplicably excluded beach umbrellas from its testing regimen, instead limiting it to patio and weighted-base umbrellas.

Assessing the risks associated with using certain products under specific conditions is a critical step towards developing new product safety standards,

recommendations, and best practices to mitigate the risk.

“Given the grave danger posed by beach umbrellas we feel it is imperative that ASTM include beach umbrellas in any new test methods,” the senators wrote to ASTM International Subcommittee Chair Ben Favret.

The letter was cosigned by Sens. Menendez, Warner, Cory Booker (D-N.J.) and Tim Kaine (D-Va.).

After Sen. Menendez’s repeated calls for the Consumer Product Safety Commission to act, the CPSC wrote to ASTM in March urging it to “expand the standard to address fully the hazards of injuries and death due to beach umbrellas implanted in the sand.”

“We could not agree more,” the senators’ letter continued. “We write to urge ASTM International to update its testing method standard to account for wind speed as it

relates to beach umbrellas.”

According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, an estimated 2,800 people sought treatment at emergency rooms for beach umbrella-related injuries from 2010-2018. ASTM even acknowledges on its own website that the effects of wind-blown umbrellas “can range from acute injury, such as cuts or bruises to blunt force trauma, such as concussions or broken bones and in some cases death.”

The senators first raised the issue of beach umbrella safety with the CPSC in May 2019. The back-and-forth with the agency continued with the CPSC’s response that June and the senators’ follow-up in July.

Sen. Menendez’s office has since continued to stay engaged, pressing the beach umbrella safety issue with the CPSC in repeated phone calls and other direct communications with the agency.

9/11 Exhibition To Be Displayed At Library Branches

By Alyssa Riccardi TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Library has announced that it will take part in “September 11, 2001: The Day That Changed the World,” memorial & museum’s education exhibition.

The downloadable educational exhibition shows the history of 9/11, its origins, and its ongoing implications through the personal stories of those who witnessed and

survived the attacks.

It will be showcased throughout several library branches: Barnegat, Berkeley, Jackson, Lacey, Lakewood, Little Egg Harbor, Manchester, Point Pleasant Beach, Stafford, Toms River and Upper Shores branches.

The display includes 14 posters, highlighted by archival photos and images of artifacts from the Museum’s perma-

nent collection. The pieces “explore the consequences of terrorism on lives and communities at the local, national, and international levels, and encourages critical thinking about the legacies of 9/11.”

The exhibition was developed by the 9/11 Memorial & Museum and has been made possible in part by the National Endowment for the Humanities: Democracy Demands Wisdom. Any views,

findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this exhibition do not necessarily represent those of the National endowment for Humanities.

For questions or more information on this Exhibition, visit the 9/11 Memorial & Museum website at 911memorial.org/ learn/resources/digital-exhibitions/september-11-2001-day-changed-world or contact them at: press@911memorial.org.

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Vet:

Continued From Page 1 others on the task force represented the subways, ferries, and taxi and limousine industry,” Rubenstein shared. “We were meeting to plan the reorganization of buses; at the time, exclusive bus lanes were just coming out.”

Once he was in the city, Rubenstein hopped on a subway from his office to go downtown. It was primary election day, and the subway was in great demand.

Rubenstein’s initial plan was to drop off some donuts to share with some of his colleagues at one of the MTA garages.

As he got off at his stop by Pace University at the City Hall/Brooklyn Bridge, Rubenstein began his walk to leave the station.

“It was a bit of a walk, so it took me a few minutes,” said Rubenstein. “As I got out, I heard the loud engines and knew something was wrong. I looked and saw the impact a few minutes earlier, precisely at 8:46.”

Rubenstein’s first reaction was that the plane hitting the tower was accidental.

However, as thoughts raced through his head, he examined the situation logically.

Rubenstein knew something about air traffic, which included the fact that commercial jetliners did not fly over the populated portions of lower Manhattan.

He next considered the prospect that mechanical failure caused the plane to veer off course. But, he changed his mind as his digital pager started issuing bulletins about the Pentagon and Shanksville, Pennsylvania.

“I was standing near a young cop whose shield was so new that his badge was still shining,” Rubenstein recalled. “He was a rookie and a young kid and looked at me.

We were both in awe.”

“My God, we’re at war,” said Rubenstein to the young officer he would never see again.

As the air filled with a cloud of greyish powder, people began running away. They were covered from their noses to their toes in a horrible soot. Rubenstein couldn’t believe what he saw, including people falling or jumping from the towers.

“It was one of the most heart-wrenching, but at the same time, scary and sickening things I’ve ever seen in my life, “admitted Rubenstein. “It made what I saw in Viet Nam look calm.”

Rubenstein’s instincts as a veteran kicked in. He immediately sprang into action and

walked to the nearest MTA bus garage.

Rubenstein then made good use of the bus license he still maintains to this date.

No one had any plans of what to do in the case of a catastrophic event. So whatever bus was in drivable condition started heading south along the West Side Drive.

“We organized people and packed several buses with people willing to go to the Red Cross to give blood,” Rubenstein shared.

“We realized there were very few people to be carried out or to have blood transfused into them.”

The buses ultimately ended up transporting emergency crews from Long Island, Queens, Staten Island, and Westchester County. They brought in scores of firefighters, police officers, and medical personnel who would have no other means of transportation to come to the scene.

Buses don’t have fuel gauges and there was no time to stop at the regular city garages. None of the private filling stations ever charged for refueling the tanks. After all, they were all Americans in this rescue mission together.

Rubenstein came back to Barnegat after 36 sleepless hours. At the local mayor’s request, Rubenstein spoke of his experience at a Barnegat Township Committee meeting. He also shared his plans to go back to Ground Zero.

After hearing Rubenstein speak at the meeting, now retired Barnegat Police Officer Steve Tater contacted him. The two headed into New York and went down to the staging area, where the Red Cross was set up on old Broadway.

“At this point, I was with the rescue crew,” said Rubenstein. “I was doing part of the digging because a number of transit personnel were lost and unaccounted for – I knew them.”

“I had both a professional and personal stake in the game,” continued Rubenstein.

“As we worked, all of us would get overcome with emotion and get down on our hands and knees, especially if we pulled up a body part.”

The discovery of any human part would cause the digging to move madly in search of the rest of the victim.

No one had to utter the words – the rescue mission was one of search and recovery.

As he and the others dug feverishly, silence permeated the air. Every team member’s face was etched with total shock and bewilderment.

“I was there for the whole thing from when it happened until after we just about shut it down,” Rubenstein shared. “We

had dogs out sniffing for human remains.

We did everything we could to try and make sure that nobody was left under that debris.”

No one thought of the toxic environment as they worked on the recovery. Among the materials used in the construction of the World Trade Center was asbestos, a known carcinogen. Like many others, Rubenstein learned the atmosphere impacted him.

Rubenstein recently passed his first year as a prostate cancer survivor. The Victim’s Compensation Fund confirmed that his diagnosis was causally related to his presence at Ground Zero. The Barnegat man also continues to experience Post Traumatic Stress Disorder as the result of

the tragic day 20 years ago.

Barnegat Mayor Al Bille requested that Rubenstein head up a solemn 9-11 commemoration on the anniversary. The event starts at 8 am at the Barnegat High School Athletic Field.

“I see the ceremony as therapeutic,” said Rubenstein. “I’ve asked Brian Latwis (Superintendent of Schools) to talk as we must be educational. We must get young people to understand that if their judgment is telling them something is out of sorts, it needs to be reported.”

Fred Rubenstein might know a few things about war, rescue and recovery. But, at 72, he also considers himself blessed to be a survivor.

─Photo courtesy Fred Rubenstein

Kiwanis Club Plans Corn Hole Tournament

By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – The Kiwanis Club of Jackson will once again be hosting its autumn Corn hole Tournament as an organization fundraiser.

The event will be held on September 25 at the Jackson VFW Post #4703 at 54 Magnolia Drive. Registration starts at 10 a.m. with the bags f lying an hour later at 11 a.m. Amateurs only. The rain date for the event is September 26.

The registration fee per team is $75 and $25 for non-players. The cost will include food and craft beer and there will be a cash prize for the top three teams.

Money raised f rom the event will suppor t the Wounded War rior Project. Contact Jon at 609-290-2220 or e - m a i l Jo n w @ w i n e c e n t e r s nj.c o m .

Registration requires the team name, the number of players and the players’ e-mail address.

─Photo By Bob Vosseller Long time Jackson Kiwanis Club member Lois Kapp, seen at right, gives out free ice cream at last month’s Jackson National Night Out.

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Stolen Car Leads To High-Speed Pursuit

By Alyssa Riccardi JACKSON – Two cars were reported stolen, leading police into a high-speed pursuit to catch the thief.

On September 6, officers from the Jackson Township Police Department responded to a home on Knight Drive regarding a stolen 2018 Acura.

While on his way to the home, Officer Ryan Gladysz saw the reported stolen car traveling on East Veterans Highway. He then observed a second car pass the Acura speeding, and both continued west on East Veterans Highway.

When Gladysz activated his emergency lights and attempted to pull over the Acura, the driver refused and a pursuit was initiated. The chase continued onto Cedar Swamp Road and then onto I-195 east. The pursuit was called off on Route 9 when the Acura passed the Freehold Raceway Mall speeding at over 100 mph and police terminated it for safety concerns.

Later, Gladysz arrived at the victim’s home on Knight Drive and discovered that the car had been parked unlocked with the key left inside when stolen.

Officer Eric Fricks also responded to a second home on Knight Drive where the resident reported that his 2020 Acura, which had been parked unlocked with the key fob left inside, had also been stolen.

Police determined that this was the second car Gladysz had witnessed speeding on East Veterans Highway.

At this time, detectives are working on follow-up information to identify the suspects.

Anyone with information about them are asked to contact Detective Michael Goelz at 732-928-1111 or through the department’s StopIt app.

Police would also again like to remind residents to remove any valuables from their cars, lock them when parked and do not leave the keys or key fobs inside unattended cars.

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Jackson Day 2021 Coming This October

JACKSON – Jackson Day 2021 has been scheduled for October 2 from 12 to 6 p.m. This year’s Jackson Day Committee is looking for parade participants, food, merchandise, game, information vendors, crafters and flea market vendors.

They are planning a fun filled day with rides, organized sporting competitions, car show, beer & wine garden, parade, all day entertainment, touch a truck and much more.

The parade will kick off at 11:30 a.m., followed by opening ceremonies and entertainment. Wrist bands are $5 and includes all rides, game truck, petting zoo and pony rides.

This year’s entertainment will feature: Total Soul. Total Soul is New York City’s most exciting band. They perform with the flair of a well-rehearsed show band, complete with front line choreography, exciting lead singers, hot horns and a groovin’ rhythm section. Total Soul ranges in size from 8 to 13 pieces, and is a completely live band with “live musicians” as opposed to computerized or karaoke-type background tracks that many bands feel the need to use. The energy that you experience from a completely “live” band is unmistakable. Total Souls music includes a mix of four-part vocal harmony. Their vocal front line will mesmerize audiences with slick dance moves

and smooth harmonies.

Also performing is Uptown Band: The exhilarating musical synergy The Uptown Band has created with audiences in their home region of the northeast and beyond continues to grow. Since 2006, they have been an award-winning premier choice as the featured act at almost 2000 shows.

For over 15 years, The Uptown Band has earned a solid reputation as one of the country’s most versatile and respected live bands.

Recently, they were the band of choice at the real-life fairy-tale wedding which featured Disney Legend and original voice of The Little Mermaid, Jodi Benson. The wedding video became a viral sensation with over 20 million views with The Uptown Band having a front seat to this One-ofa-Kind performance. The group was also selected to be the featured entertainment at the first-ever “Socially-Distanced” wedding in the State of Pennsylvania at the legendary Sunnybrook Ballroom in Pottstown, PA. For parade information and to participate email: mbasso@jacksontwpnj.net. To become a vendor email: ksevcenko@jacksontwpnj.net. If your organization would like to host an organized sporting event, contact Joeylynn Anderson at janderson@jacksontwpnj.net

Annual Fall Target Shoots Hosted By The Jackson VFW

JACKSON – It’s that time of the year again to get out the old 12 gauge oiled and cleaned for the Annual Fall Target Shoots!

Shoots will begin September 19 at 12 p.m. and will continue each Sunday until further notice! Location: Jackson VFW, 54 Magnolia Drive, Jackson.

Only stock, un-modified 12-gauge shotguns 18”-36” allowed and all guns will be checked and verified by VFW

range personnel and their decision is final. Cash or prizes awarded for winner of each shoot. Shoots are open to the public ages 16 and above. Anyone under 16 years of age must have an NRA or BSA Hunter Safety Course Certificate to shoot.

All proceeds go to support the Jackson VFW Post and local area soldiers, veterans and their families. For more information, call 732-928-0077.

Knights Of Columbus Annual Family Picnic JACKSON – The Knights of Columbus Council 6201 will be holding their Annual Family Picnic on September 18 from 12 to 7 p.m.

Enjoy kids’ games, f ire tr ucks, DJ, pony rides, horseshoes, cor n hole and more! Tickets are $15 per adult; $7

ages 12 to 18; under 12 free. Ticket pr ice i nclude s: del iciou s fo o d a nd assor ted drinks such as soda, water and beer.

For more information and to purchase tickets, contact Phil Capasso at 848525-9534.

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Community Mourns Fallen Lifeguard

By Chris Lundy, Alyssa Riccardi and Bob Vosseller BERKELEY – Hundreds of Keith Pinto’s family and friends came out to remember him at a heartfelt vigil on the beach.

Pinto, 19, was working at the White Sands beach on August 30, when a sudden storm tore through Ocean County. He was killed and seven others were injured.

Mementos, photos, flowers, and candles surrounded the lifeguard chair as loved ones shared memories.

Among those who spoke during the vigil was his twin brother Kevin who said “I want to thank everyone who came out to celebrate Keith’s life. Don’t mourn him. He wouldn’t want everyone crying over him. That just wasn’t the kind of person he was.”

Keith and Kevin Pinto served on the lifeguard squad since they were 16 years old. Their brother Tyler was a lifeguard before them and currently serves on the Toms River Police Department.

“He was just naturally funny and loving and caring,” his sister Tina told TV reporters. The story attracted international attention.

The teenager was known for his kindness and his dedication to his loved ones. He graduated from Toms River High School North and was a sophomore at Ocean County College. He was studying criminal justice psychology and had plans to join the U.S. Marines.

The Seaside Heights Borough Council and the Toms River Board of Education were among the groups that held moments of silence at their most recent meetings.

Governor Phil Murphy signed an executive order for flags to be flown at half staff on September 3 for Pinto.

“I was devastated to learn of Keith’s passing in a tragic incident earlier this week,” Murphy said. “He took on the selfless and great responsibility of protecting beachgoers at White Sands Beach. We mourn his loss and we will never forget his service to Berkeley Township and the many families that he kept safe. Our prayers are with Keith’s family, friends, and his fellow lifeguards.”

White Sands is in the South Seaside Park section of Berkeley Township between 21st and 23rd streets. The tragedy occurred around 4:30 p.m. on August 30, and four out of the eight victims of the lightning strike were lifeguards.

According to Berkeley Township Police Chief Kevin H. Santucci, first aid and advanced life support was rendered to the victims. The survivors were taken to Community Medical Center in Toms River for treatment after suffering headaches, dizziness and hearing issues. Crisis counselors were made available for beach staff employees.

Berkeley Mayor Amato and Township Recreation Director Mark Dykoff were both present at the vigil and they extended their condolences to the Pinto family and his friends.

Mayor Amato noted that Pinto’s loss was “tragic and heartbreaking for our town and the entire Jersey Shore.”

The mayor also noted that the teenager “was out there every day protecting the lives of others. Our lifeguard teams, like so many along the shore, develop special connections with our community throughout the summer, which makes this loss even greater.”

“On behalf of myself and our entire community, I offer our deepest and most heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of this young man,” the mayor said.

An online fundraiser was started to cover funeral expenses for him.

“Words cannot describe how so many of us are feeling right now,” said Chase Vander Vliet, who organized the fundraiser.

Vander Vliet added, “we lost a special guy tonight, one who was so close and meant so much to so many people. It would be impossible to get it all into words how much our friend meant to us but we all know how amazing he was.”

“Keith has left behind an overwhelming amount of amazing memories that will live in our hearts forever. All donations will go directly to Keith’s family for the proper goodbye

that he deserves. Our hearts are broken by what happened and all our love and support go out to the Pinto family and all others affected by this tragedy. We’re going to miss you so much brother,” Vander Vliet said.

The fundraiser can be found at GoFundMe. com. Click on the Search magnifying glass on the top left of the page and type “rest in peace Keith Pinto” to get there.

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─Photo courtesy Ocean County College TOMS RIVER – Congratulations to Skyler Hudson, an Ocean County College graphic design student whose beautiful sign was installed at the Riverwood Community Garden! Skyler entered a design contest in Professor Pustiak’s graphic design course for extra practice and won first place!

Illustrating design elements and then

transposing them to a digital medium using Adobe Illustrator, Skyler created 15 different versions of the final design. After the sign was placed, Skyler, her cousin and best friend volunteered at the Riverwood Community Garden! Skyler is planning a career in the design field as an interior designer or a product designer.

Eagle First Responders 5K On September 18

JACKSON – Begun as an Eagle Scout Project in 2020 by Jackson resident Gavin Kohute, the now Annual Eagle First Responders 5K is an opportunity for residents of Jackson and the surrounding towns to come together for a healthy, family-friendly activity that builds community spirit.

Proceeds from the event will benefit local organizations including Scouts BSA Troops 204 and 402, Jackson Mills Volunteer Fire Co. Station 54, and Jackson PBA 168.

The race will take place in Johnson Park in Jackson. Course is fast and flat! Starts in Johnson Park, takes you through local streets, then ends back in the park.

Free race t-shirt for 5K participants guaranteed through August 31. 5K registration price increases to $35 on August at 11:59 p.m. Online registration closes on September 17 at 5 p.m.

You may register on-site at Johnson Park for the 5K ($35) and 1 Mile Fun Run ($10) on the day of the event (credit card payments preferred).

Race Day Schedule:

8 to 8:45 a.m.: Pre-registered race packet pick up & day of event registration 9 a.m.: 5K run, followed immediately by 5K walk 10:15 a.m.: 1-mile Fun Run 5K Awards and First Responder recognition immediately following Fun Run 5K Awards: This is a chipped race, with multiple heats. All awards are based on chip time.

1st, 2nd, and 3rd place overall winners are not eligible for age division awards.

1st First Responder 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place overall 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place male & female in each age group (19 and under, 20-39, 40 and over) If you are interested in being a sponsor for this race, email Eagle5Krace@gmail.com.

Sponsorship deadline is August 31. For more information about the event or to sign up, visit bikesignup.com/Race/NJ/Jackson/EagleFirstResponders5K.

Friends Of The Library Open House

JACKSON – Come join for the Jackson Friends of the Library Open House!

Help them welcome the new library director and new staff and learn more about the Friends! Baked goods and beverages

will be served. Open house is on September 22 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the first-floor meeting room inside the Jackson library.

The Jackson Library is located at 2 Jackson Drive.

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Around The Jersey Shore Ocean Of Love Fundraiser To Return With High Hopes

By Bob Vosseller TOMS RIVER – A popular fundraiser to benefit children with cancer will return later this month. The Radiothon has gained a new sponsor but features a familiar face.

Ocean of Love Executive Director Theresa Segui said her organization is very excited about the return of the radiothon event which this year is being sponsored by a new radio station, 95.9 WRAT. This marks the 23rd year for the Billboard Radiothon that will benefit the non-profit, charitable 501 (c)(3) organization dedicated to helping Ocean County children with cancer and their families.

“Our purpose is to assist the children through their illness. We provide financial and emotional support so that they can experience the ‘normal’ joys of childhood, knowing their lives are significant and meaningful to each and every one of us,” Segui said.

The four-day long event will benefit the Ocean County non-profit and aims to raise $109,000 for the organization which supports children facing cancer and their families. The event will kick off on September 23.

Previously, the Radiothon benefit was hosted by Townsquare Media and featured radio personality Andy Chase. In a promotional spot for the event, Chase remarked, “I am so excited about this.”

The spot announced that Beasley Media Group’s 95.9 WRAT was the new event sponsor and was committed to raise the $109,000 total to aid Ocean County children with cancer and their families.

“The funds raised do so much more than provide financial relief for the families. It gives families a safe place to go for companionship, understanding and support,” Segui said.

WRAT Radio personality Gotts will live on top of the 30-foot billboard situated inside the Lowes/Target parking lot at 1331 Hooper Ave. During this time, the public is invited to stop by to make a donation.

To date, the annual billboard radiothon has raised more than $2 million dollars since starting in 1998.

Chase said, “Gotts is a legend on the radio, 95.9 The Rat. He’s the promo guy.

He’s the community guy. He’s crazy but the most important thing is that he has a heart of gold.”

As Chase no longer works for Townsquare Media, he and Segui “had a con-

versation about what would be a good fit for the Radiothon. I said let’s go to the Rat and they were so excited to hear about it.

They are very community based. Gotts has to be the guy living on the community billboard.”

“I might be living up there with him,” Chase added.

“Come on up,” Gotts said.

“I don’t know what my role is going to be. I’ve been doing this thing for so long but I’m happy to be part of the radiothon.

I know it will be in your (Gotts) hands and the station’s hands. I think you will be amazed at this,” Chase added.

“Being invited to support Ocean of Love wasn’t an ‘if’ answer, it was a ‘when and how.’ I’m part of the unfortunate people who have been directly affected by cancer.

Being part of this incredible event is truly a special moment for us,” WRAT Program Director and Operations Manager Carl Craft said.

Each penny raised during the event will go towards providing financial assistance and emotional support for the children and families involved with Ocean of Love.

Gotts said, “I’m honored to be part of this great cause, no one – especially children – should have to fight cancer alone and I’m here to tell everyone: we’re fighting for you! Andy is the pro at this and it is great to have him aboard. We are so excited to jump in on this.”

“This is what it is all about, raising money for the kids. They are the real heroes in this, them and their families and friends.

The kids go through so much so for us to get up on a billboard and showing our love and our support is what is important to help them,” Gotts said.

“We are ready to do this. You guys have no idea what you are in for and that’s a good thing,” Chase said. “You will see the community coming together with people donating their hard-earned money.”

Chase noted that even during hard financial times and the current pandemic conditions, “they are still finding ways to donate some money.”

In the promotion, Gotts was presented a teddy bear featuring a tiny T-shirt bearing the Ocean of Love logo. Gotts made the bear official by slapping a WRAT 95.9 bumper sticker to its back.

Donations can also be made online at oceanoflove.org, or by calling 732-2703500.

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Around The Jersey Shore Questions About COVID-19 Booster Shot Answered

By Bob Vosseller TOMS RIVER – With the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommending an “additional” third dose of the Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines, many are wondering what the difference is between an “additional” dose and the “booster” dose and which is the right one to get.

“We’ve had a lot of residents reach out and ask us what the difference is – if there’s a difference at all,” Ocean County Health Department Public Health Coordinator/Health Officer Daniel Regenye said. “The difference is that immunocompromised people should receive the additional third dose 28 days after they received their second shot. The booster is for everyone else that would want the third dose.

“The current guidance is that the booster is available 8 months after a person received their second dose. However, that time frame could change in the coming days according to the CDC and we’ll certainly bring everyone up to date regarding that information as soon as it becomes available,” Regenye added.

Ocean County Commissioner Gerry P. Little, liaison to the Ocean County Board of Health said, “The OCHD currently has plenty of vaccine with clinics being held all throughout the county. Whether it’s your third dose – or your first – the Ocean County Health Department continues this monumental effort to slow the transmission of this virus and move us closer to the end of the pandemic.”

Residents are also asking is how a person can determine if they are considered moderately to severely immunocompromised. The CDC provides the following information: Active treatment for solid tumor and hematologic malignancies, Receipt of a solid-organ transplant and taking immunosuppressive therapy, Receipt of CAR-T-cell or hematopoietic stem cell transplant (within 2 years of transplantation or taking immunosuppression therapy), Moderate or severe primary immunodeficiency (such as Di George syndrome, Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome), Advanced or untreated HIV infection, and/ or Active treatment with high-dose corticosteroids (~20mgprednisoneor equivalent per day), alkylating agents, antimetabolites, transplant-related immunosuppressive

drugs, cancer chemotherapeutic agents classified as severely immunosuppressive, tumor-necrosis (TNF) blockers, and other biologic agents that are immunosuppressive or immunomodulatory.

People should talk to their healthcare provider about their medical condition, and whether getting an additional dose is appropriate for them.

With almost a quarter of all residents in Ocean County senior citizens, a large portion of those individuals who needed assistance in receiving their first doses will more than likely again need special assistance making appointments and receiving a third dose.

The good news is that the OCHD is renewing their partnership with the Ocean County Office of Senior Services and Compass 82 to assist seniors with overcoming technical and transportation barriers and provide new homebound visits.

Proof of an individuals’ immunocompromised status is not required to make an appointment. The OCHD is requiring people to bring their current COVID-19 vaccination record card for either the additional or booster dose appointment.

For those who received the one-dose J&J vaccine, the CDC advises that there is not enough data at this time to determine whether people with a compromised immune system will also have an improved antibody response following an additional dose of the same vaccine.

It also does not recommend additional doses or booster shots for any other population at this moment in time.

For a full list of COVID-19 clinics coming near you, visit ochd.org. For more details regarding the additional and booster dose, visit: cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/booster-shot.html The COVID-19 drive-thru testing site at Ocean County College will be open every Wednesday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 1p.m. The clinic is located at 1 College Drive Lot #3, Toms River. It will only offer PCR testing. No rapid tests will be administered.

Register at ochd.org.

Those with COVID-19 or vaccine-related questions can contact the OCHD Information Line at 732-380-5079.

Clear The Shelter Pet Adoption Event

OCEAN COUNTY – Celebrate this month-long event with the Ocean County Health Department and Ocean County Animal Facilities! From now until September 19, every adopter receives a free goodie bag full of fun toys and treats to share with your new pet!

Half price adoptions will be offered on September 18 and 19!

Don’t want to wait that long to bring home your new best friend? Make an ap-

pointment to come in and adopt any of the wonderful pets we have right now! There are so many adorable kittens, cats and dogs available for adoption at both of their Animal Facilities: 615 Freemont Ave., Jackson (732-657-8086); and 360 Haywood Road, Manahawkin (609-978-0127).

The regular adoption fees are only $55 for cats and kittens, and $60 for dogs. Every pet is spayed/neutered, micro-chipped, and has received age appropriate vaccinations.

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Around The Jersey Shore NJ Lottery Launches Underage Gambling Campaign

─Photo courtesy NJ Lottery NJ Lottery Executive Director James Carey, Corner Xpress Mart owner Kam Modh (a Lottery retailer), and CCGNJ Acting Executive Director Felicia Grondin appear at an event to kick off the “Not 18 Yet? No Bet” Awareness Campaign.

By Alyssa Riccardi The “Not 18 Yet? No Bet” campaign includes NEW JERSEY – The New Jersey Lottery a brochure providing information about the (NJL) and the Council on Compulsive Gambling most prevalent types of teen betting, and ways of New Jersey, Inc. (CCGNJ) have recently to recognize signs of a gambling problem, for announced their annual “Not 18 Yet? No Bet” retailer and player education. It also lists contact awareness campaign. information on how to receive advice and asThe goal of the campaign is to remind residents sistance. These brochures are available at over that New Jersey law prohibits the sale of lottery 7,000 lottery locations or you can view it online tickets by or to anyone under the age of 18. at njs-cdn.lotteryservices.com/content/dam/ This year, the campaign’s kickoff event was held portal/pdfs/responsible-play/No18-NoBet_Broat Corner Xpress, 5 Lawrenceville Pennington chure_English.pdf.

Road in Lawrence Township, a lottery retailer.

“Preventing the onset of gambling addiction There, NJL Executive Director James Carey among adolescents and young adults is a major and CCGNJ Acting Executive Director Felicia focus of the Council on Compulsive Gambling of Grondin renewed their organizations’ commit- New Jersey. The New Jersey Lottery’s message ment to responsible play and the prevention of of how to recognize signs of problem gambling underage gambling. in minors is of significant benefit to the Council “The New Jersey Lottery has a longstanding in its work to educate residents about the dangers commitment to promoting responsible play that exist for young people who engage in any and preventing underage lottery participation,” type of gambling,” Grondin said. “The Lottery Carey said. “We work closely with the CCGNJ continues to be a great partner in promoting to raise awareness about the age restriction on Council’s helpline number. If a parent thinks their lottery play amongst our retailers in New Jersey child might have a gambling problem, they can and we support the Council’s ongoing efforts to call 1-800-GAMBLER® anytime for support prevent underage gambling. Responsible gaming and information.” is central to our overall mission of providing a For more information and help for compulsive first-class Lottery experience.” gambling problems, visit 800gambler.org.

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“I Need A Hearing Aid, But My Finances Are Tight”

You know that you may need hearing aids, the kids are yelling at you to do something and your spouse keeps telling you to turn the television down. You are not alone in feeling that hearing aids may not be an option due to the upfront expense.

Hearing aids are a great rehabilitative tool when you have the funds accessible but what if you don’t? We never want to ask our children for help because we know that they have very busy lives. So, what is your next move?

Here are some options that you may or may not have been aware of. Did you know that hearing aids are a tax deduction? Hearing aids are a medical device used for aural rehabilitation and can be claimed on your income taxes.

Do you have a work flex plan? A flex plan is a plan that can be elected through your health insurance at the new year open enrollment, which is usually in November/ December, for health expenses that you

know you will be incurring such as hearing aids. You elect the amount needed and it is available to you thereafter. You can elect this option and have the funds taken out of your paycheck or even have a credit card that is tied to your plan depending on your health care carrier. To find out more information on flex plans, contact your health care provider and ask about enrollment options. Flex plans also have certain pre tax advantages.

What about finance plans? Here at Garden State Hearing and Balance Center we offer a 12-month zero percent interest financing option to all patients who would like improved hearing without any significant upfront cost. Let’s face it, sometimes the peace of mind knowing that the extra cash that you have can now be used for a true emergency is price less. Your hearing is a precious gift, so let’s not waste it.

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

Folate Helps With Brain And Personality

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Everyone knows how important B vitamins are, especially for energy and nerve health. One of the most famous vitamins is B9 or what you see on store shelves as “folic acid.”

This is a nutrient that’s required for proper spinal development in fetuses, and ver y com monly suggested by obstetricians. Folic acid is a synthetic precursor to natural folate or 5-MTHF which your body manufactures in a very complex biochemical process.

Now there’s a new scientific paper that shows folate can help your brain.

Researchers examined a bunch of clinical studies in what’s called a “meta-analysis” and discerned from all the data (across all 60 studies/ publications) that folate can help with Alzheimer’s disease. The article is published in Frontier’s in Neuroscience. More specifically, they found that folate levels (tested via blood) were reduced in Alzheimer’s patients compared with healthy controls.

Alzheimer’s is a memory disorder t hat af fe ct s more t ha n 6 m i l l ion A m e r ic a n s a c c o r d i n g t o t h e t h e Alzheimer’s Association. On an interesting side note, I can’t help but question how any people with memory disorders are suffering from the ‘drug mugging’ effect of other medications they star ted a few years ago. Did you know that certain drugs impact your ability to absorb folate, as well

as other nutrients needed to make acetylcholine, your memory chemical? Folate is mugged by at least 178 different drugs, and probably more.

This is well documented in my world, and I’ve studied and written a famous book about it called “Drug Muggers” which is available on A mazon. A folate def iciency can change your personality.

As for folate versus folic acid, the choice is clear to me. Take the biologically active form (folate which is also called 5-MTHF) and spend the extra money to buy the body-ready form of it otherwise you won’t get optimal effects. Don’t believe people who tell you that your body will convert the folic acid to folate. If you are short on ribof lavin for example, the pathway comes to a screeching halt. To see what I mean, visit my website and read the longer version of this article where I have posted a graphic to show you how difficult this process actually is. Most people are not short on folate. But if you are, then you should be supplementing with the very best, and eating foods rich in folate like salads, leafy greens, peas, broccoli, and hummus.

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Around The Jersey Shore September 11 Remembrance Walk To Be Held At BlueClaws

By Chris Lundy LAKEWOOD – A September 11 Remembrance Walk will be held on the field at FirstEnergy Park prior to the BlueClaws game.

The gates will open to the public at 5:50 p.m., and people with season tickets, half-season tickets, and partial plans can come in at 5:30 p.m.

When you come in, you can take a card and write down the name of someone or a group that you would like to honor. Pre-printed versions will be available as well. You will be asked to hold on to the cards for a promotion that will run during the middle of the sixth inning.

Participants will then head to Section 103

on the first base concourse. The walk will begin shortly after 6 p.m. and you can walk the full two laps of the field to represent 2,730 feet, the combined height of both towers.

During the walk, a commemorative video will be played on the board, which will include a recording of each Jersey Shore victim of the 9/11 attacks.

“We honor those that lost their lives in the terrorist attacks 20 years ago,” said BlueClaws Team President Joe Ricciutti. “They will not be forgotten and we will honor their memories this year on the anniversary of that tragic day.”

Tickets are available for the game online at BlueClaws.com.

How Do We Honor Union Soldier From Plumsted?

By Bob Vosseller PLUMSTED – Pride in Plumsted is requesting input from the public with their plan to honor a cong ressional medal of honor winner.

The group is seeking to honor David Southard who 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.

This took place on April 5 and April 6, 1865. Southard is buried at Zion Cemetery on Route 528 on Lakewood Road.

As the community is seeking to rec-

ognize this local hero of the township, membe r s of P r ide i n Plu m st ed a re seeking input on the naming of a place, street or park for this CMOH recipient.

The group is presently looking at the several locations including the clock parking lot on Main Street or dedicating a street in the downtown area.

If anyone has any suggestions, time is running out. You can e-mail Jennifer Witham, at municipalclerk@plumsted. org. A dedication is being planned on or around Veterans Day on November 11.

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Around The Jersey Shore $267M Will Fund School COVID Testing

By Bob Vosseller TRENTON – In preparation for in-person instruction, Governor Phil Murphy announced details of $267 million in funding for COVID-19 screening and testing at K-12 Schools Funding will enable districts to access full testing services from designated vendors or receive funds to support programs already in place.

The governor said that “in order to foster a safe in-person learning environment, we must do everything within our power to keep children from being infected with COVID-19. This program will support our schools in setting up testing programs for students and staff and provide necessary assistance and resources to school districts so that they have the tools to keep their communities safe. We continue to encourage all those eligible for COVID-19 vaccines to go and get their shots to reduce the likelihood of infection, severe illness, and death from this virus.”

Testing strategies in schools are part of a comprehensive, layered prevention approach that also includes masking, physical distancing, frequent handwashing and staying home if sick.

The grant funding, made available through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), will assist local educational agencies (LEAs) and nonpublic schools with implementing COVID-19 screening and testing, including the testing required for unvaccinated school personnel by Executive Order No. 253. Participation in this funding program is voluntary but strongly encouraged.

This program will allow LEAs and nonpublic schools access to testing resources such as test kits, diagnostic lab services, personal protective equipment, and full turnkey testing services through state-designated vendors. LEAs and nonpublic schools must develop a testing plan in collaboration with their local health

department in accordance with the New Jersey Department of Health’s (NJDOH) screening testing guidelines.

The guidelines are based on a region’s COVID-19 Activity Level (CALI) – whether a region is experiencing low, moderate, high or very high level of virus activity.

Health Commissioner Judith Perichilli said, “when schools implement testing combined with prevention strategies, they can detect new cases to prevent outbreaks, reduce the risk of further transmission, and protect students, teachers and staff from COVID-19.”

“Testing for COVID-19 will be a key mitigation strategy to keep our schools open for in-person instruction,” Dr. Angelica Allen-McMillan, Acting Commissioner of Education said.

She added that with the combination of vaccinations, testing, and the other safety protocols being implemented in schools, “we are looking for a safe start to the school year for educators, staff, and students across New Jersey.”

The CDC currently recommends that persons who are fully vaccinated don’t need to participate in routine screening testing programs. Individuals who tested positive for COVID-19 in the past three months and have recovered should not be tested as part of routine screening since test results may remain positive for up to three months, even though the individual is no longer infectious.

Individuals who test positive should be immediately excluded from school, and school-based close contacts who are not fully vaccinated or are symptomatic should be identified and excluded from school for 10 days (regional risk green/yellow) or 14 days (regional risk orange/red).

Anyone who tests positive by rapid antigen test and is asymptomatic should be additionally referred for confirmatory testing by a molecular test (for example, RT-PCR) within two days of the initial test.

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Around The Jersey Shore Teach Children About Dangers Of Drug Use

NEWARK – With schools returning to full in-person classes, the Drug Enforcement Administration New Jersey Division is asking parents to speak to their children about the dangers of drug use.

“This is a great time for parents to sit down with their children to speak to them about the dangers of drug use,” said DEA New Jersey Division Special Agent in Charge Susan A. Gibson. “Students are returning to a normal class schedule and to their social circles. They could now face new challenges related to peer pressure to experiment with substances.”

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there were more than 92,000 drug overdose deaths in the U.S. in 2020. This is the largest amount of overdose deaths ever in a 12-month period.

Opioids accounted for more than 68,000 of those deaths. Synthetic opioids, such as illicitly manufactured fentanyl, remain the primary driver for the increases in drug overdose deaths.

Another significant concern is the increase in counterfeit pills flooding the illegal drug

market. The drug cartels are capitalizing on the opioid epidemic and manufacturing mass quantities of counterfeit prescription pills containing fentanyl and sending them to the United States for distribution.

Counterfeit pills are extremely dangerous and often have the same markings of legitimate prescription medications such as Oxycodone, Xanax and Adderall. The user is most likely unaware they are counterfeit and of how lethal they are.

“It is very important to talk to your family members periodically about these dangers.”

Gibson said. “Kids need to know that taking one counterfeit pill could be enough to cause a fatal overdose. The earlier that we can get this information to kids the more impactful it can be that they will make better and possibly life-saving choices in the future. Those that are selling these drugs do not care about the health and well-being of your child. These conversations can be enough to save a life.”

For DEA resources for parents and students, visit GetSmartAboutDrugs.gov or JustThinkTwice.gov.

Upcoming Blood Drive In Jackson

JACKSON – Mayor Reina and the Jackson Township Council are partnering with American Red Cross to announce an upcoming blood drive.

The drive will take place on September

13 at the Jackson Township Senior Center, 45 Don Connor Blvd, from 1 to 6 p.m.

Register online at: redcrossblood.org/ give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=JacksonTwp.

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Brain Injury Alliance Of NJ To Host Fundraising Walk NEW JERSEY – The Brain Injur y Alliance of New Jersey is proud to host the 19th Annual 5K /Walk for Brain I nju r y Awa reness at fou r locat ions throughout New Jersey: October 2: Saddle River County Park, Paramus; Mercer County Park, West Windsor.

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PROFESSIONAL PROFILE Patients Ask Doctors.

Doctors Ask Dr. Hussain

By Michael Vandenberg Most of the time, getting treatment is simple. Something hurts or you feel ill, so you go to the doctor. He or she describes what the problem is and then gives you advice or medication. But sometimes answers aren’t so simple. That’s when rheumatologists like Dr. Shahzad Hussain step in. With his innate ability to read between the lines, along with years of education and first-hand experience, Dr. Hussain stands ready to solve the problem and make a difference.

The challenging nature of rheumatology is part of what originally appealed to him back in residency. It was a field where he could do more than write prescriptions; he really wanted to get to know his patients, and that comes with the territory when you’re asking them a lot of questions for a diagnosis and treatment. So he did fellowships in both rheumatology and immunology, making his level of knowledge on the former’s top villains (like lupus) among the highest.

He happened to finish his residency in San Francisco at the same time and city as Dr. Usmani, who would go on to start his own practice in Lakewood in 1999.

Meanwhile, Dr. Hussain had gone home to care for his ailing brother. A few months went by, and Dr. Usmani started to get busy and looked to hire a partner.

He heard about Dr. Hussain and gave him a call. “It would be at least another six months before I can come back,” Dr. Hussain warned

him. “No problem, I can wait,” Dr. Usmani said. They eventually joined forces and ran a highly successful practice until early 2018, when they decided to merge with Garden State Medical Center.

There were two major benefits to joining GSMC. For one thing, everything is electronic here for easy access: data, records, and charts are all in one place.

That means they can spend less time doing paperwork and more time getting you better.

Second, they could team up with Dr. Dharam Mann and his gifted team of pain management specialists.

The idea of having everything under one roof was huge to Dr. Hussain. Before the merger, “I’d see a patient here, and then I’d say, ‘Okay go get pain management forty miles away.’” Sometimes this would result in a disconnect in treatment strategy, or patients understandably didn’t want to do all that traveling. But now he’ll come to a diagnosis and say, for example, “Dr. Jani is next door. I know him, I’ll talk to him.” All of his notes are right on the database,

along with Dr. Jani’s, so they can easily coordinate the best way to care for you.

“I’ll send them and in the next few days they are being seen,” by one of the pain management specialists. No more bouncing around for a month just to go from diag-

nosis to treatment.

With the full force of GSMC behind him, Dr. Hussain has pulled off some great feats.

“It’s very gratifying in this field when you see patients doing well, because these diseases are hard to treat,” he pointed out. One woman had rashes head to toe and had been to five or six other rheumatologists before Dr. Hussain. She had only recently been diagnosed with skin lupus, but treatment wasn’t working. The key would be to figure out anything besides the lupus that might be triggering the rashes. Sun exposure was an obvious cause, but Dr. Hussain was able to lean heavily on his

allergy training in immunology to dig deeper on things like perfumes and shampoos.

After six months of careful consideration and communication with the patient, they were able to get the rashes down to 10 percent of their former surface area. A great improvement, but not perfect. Dr. Hussain found a new infusion that had just been approved by the FDA. The only problem: it cost $20,000 every four weeks.

His office fought hard for the patient to get it approved with her insurance, and then they began treatment. In three months, there was not one spot left on her body.

“She literally sat and cried and cried and said, ‘Oh my God, I’ve lived with this for so long. I thought I was go-

ing to die with this.’ So now she’s still rash-free. She’s in complete remission,” and only has to take one medication per day.

Rashes aren’t the only thing Dr. Hussain treats either.

Rheumatology can concern all of the major bodily systems in one way or another.

Regardless of what you’re feeling, he is prepared to talk to you and give you a hand.

Feel free to schedule an appointment with Dr. Hussain today at 1100 NJ Route 70, Entrance A in Whiting or 2333 Whitehorse Mercerville Road in Hamilton by calling 1-888-376-2661.

Visit gsmedicalcenter.org anytime to get more information on all of the services Garden State Medical Center provides.

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Around The Jersey Shore Oceanaires Barbershop Chorus Finds New Home

BAYVILLE – Having heard that the Oceanaires Barbershop Chorus was searching for a new place to rehearse, the Elks Lodge surprised the Oceanaires and volunteered its facility on Route 9 in Bayville. And, the invitation included the Chorus’s lighted Barbershop Pole.

As a result of the Pandemic, the Oceanaires were asked to leave the facility in Toms River where they had rehearsed weekly for over 20 years. The search for a replacement had been underway for months when the Elks came to the rescue. While this was a life saver for the Oceanaires, it was just another generous act of public service by the Elks. The Elks also host the Boys Scouts weekly and have countless programs that serve the community.

The Oceanaires chorus of 22 men range in age from 14 to 92. The men feel especially fortunate to be in this new rehearsal venue.

The acoustics are excellent for the Chorus that sings the four-part harmony that is unique to Barbershop. The hall is immaculate, air conditioned and spacious enough to house chorus’s risers. The bonus is that the rehearsal space is accessible to the handicapped.

In May, after 14 months of weekly meeting on Zoom, the Oceanaires began rehearsing outdoors on the Elks property. By mid-June they had moved indoors. While the Zoom

sessions were remarkably effective in keeping the chorus together, they did not allow the chorus members to sing together. After almost two months of live rehearsals, the Oceanaires sang in public in August at the Blue Claws Stadium. They opened with the “National Anthem,” and during the 7th inning stretch sang “God Bless America” and “Take Me Out To the Ball Game.”

On September 11, the 20th anniversary of 9/11, the Elks, nationally and locally, will honor the men and women victims and heroes of that terrifying day and have asked the Oceanaires to perform as part of its commemoration. The Oceanaires are honored to be part of the Elks 9/11 program and are happy to have an opportunity to show their appreciation to the Elks in Bayville for welcoming them to their Lodge.

The Oceanaires have always encouraged visitors to their rehearsals, which now run from 7 to 9 p.m. every Monday evening. You may simply listen to them sing lots of familiar songs or, if you choose, sing along with them.

Director Ritchie Lavene says that if you can sing “Happy Birthday,” he’ll train you to sing Barbershop harmony. Just look for the lighted Barbershop Pole at the Elks Lodge at 247 U.S Route 9 in Bayville. Stop by any Monday to say hello.

First Annual Ocean County History Day

OCEAN COUNTY – On September 12, the Ocean County Historical Society along with Ocean County Cultural and Heritage will be hosting the first annual Ocean County History Day. According to Ocean County Historical Society president Jeff Schenker, “our primary mission is to tell the history of Ocean County and this will be a fun venue to do it at.”

There will be exhibits set up by many local historical societies and museums including: Brick, Lacey, Lakehurst, Daughters of the American Revolution, Lakewood, Berkeley, Island Heights, Ocean Gate, the Peto Museum, the Maritime Museum, Ocean County Cultural and Heritage and the Ocean County Historical Society.

In addition, live music will be provided by Jersey Gold, there will be historical reenactors, a model train exhibit, food and tours of the Ocean County Historical Society’s Victorian style home, a new uniform exhibit and more.

Representing Ocean County Cultural and Heritage, commissioner Tim Hart stated, “Ocean County has a fascinating history and we look so forward to sharing it on September 12 with County residents.”

The event is located at 26 Hadley Ave. Toms River from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. There is no charge for admission. For more information call Jeff at 609-339-9134.

Disaster Response Crisis Counselor Training

OCEAN COUNTY – If you, or someone you know, would like to be certified as a Disaster Response Crisis Counselor (DRCC), the NJ Disaster & Terrorism Branch is offering the required initial core trainings in September. All trainings will be held

virtually via Zoom. Trainings will be in two 3-hour parts. You must complete both parts of each training to fulfill the requirements for certification.

Questions? E-mail kschworn@co.ocean. nj.us for more information.

First Annual Bike-A-Thon/Scavenger Hunt

JACKSON – Join Jackson Elks MC for a fundraising Bike-A-Thon/Scavenger Hunt on September 18 to benefit charity!

Registration is at 9 a.m. Picnic/Party

from 1 to 6 p.m. Food, beverages, music & fun for all. All types of vehicles can participate. Scavenger Hunt prize is a minimum of $100. The Jackson Elks is located at 1059 E Veterans Hwy, Jackson.

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Many people ask their attorneys, “what is a title search and why do I need title insurance?” Next to having the appropriate funding to purchase your new home, ensuring that the home you intend to purchase has clean or clear title is essential. All mortgage companies require clear title. It is important to ensure that you have title insurance in the event a title issue arises after you have purchased the home.

Title searchers review old deeds, mortgages and wills at the County Clerk’s office to trace the ownership history of the property. They look for any current or past mortgages, liens or judgments on the property that have not been discharged as well as whether there are any tax liens or unpaid municipal utility bills. The title searchers will also examine the chain of title to confirm that the seller’s ownership rights have not been affected and that the sellers are, in fact, selling you a home without any adverse possessory or equitable interests such as pending litigation or easements. These examples are endless, but the title company performing the search has the expertise to find all relevant concerns prior to the purchase.

Once the title company completes its search it will issue an insurance policy after closing which will insure you and your lender should anyone at any time in the future come knocking on your door claiming an ownership or possessory interest in your property. Should this occur, the title company will step- in and provide you with a legal defense and assume the costs of any litigation. This coverage is similar to automobile insurance after you have become involved in an automobile collision. After an automobile collision, your automobile insurer

will provide you with legal assistance and take corrective measures in the event you are sued. Fortunately, unlike automobile insurance where you pay your premium annually, monthly or quarterly, your title insurance premium is paid only once at the time of closing and this one time premium will provide insurance coverage for as long as you own the home.

It is also important to note that if you have a mortgage you need to obtain both a Lender’s and Owner’s policy. The Lender’s policy covers the mount of the mortgage that is due at the time any claim is made. An Owner’s policy covers your ownership interest, which is a relatively inexpensive addition to the policy premium. In New Jersey, title insurance is usually paid by the buyer. After closing the buyer’s attorney may need to perform additional legal tasks to complete the conditions of the title policy such as filing additional deeds and discharge of mortgages. The purchaser will receive the final title policy in the mail approximately 6-8 weeks after closing.

While all of this may be overwhelming, we at R.C. Shea and Associates can help you through the process. The law firm of R.C. Shea & Associates, Counsellors at Law, is a full service law firm representing and advising clients in the areas of Wills and Trusts, Estate Litigation, Personal Injury, General Litigation, Real Estate, Medicaid, Medical Malpractice, Workers’ Compensation, Land Use and Planning, Powers of Attorney and much more. Call or visit our office Toms River office at 732-5051212, 244 Main Street, Toms River, email us at Rshea@rcshea.com or visit our website at www.rcshea.com.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of sept 11 - sept 17

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): You might get hooked on a feeling in the upcoming week.

If needed, an apology will make a world of difference to a relationship, and you may enjoy receiving sincere expressions of love. Someone might shower you with kindness.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Pack a powerful punch. Anything worth doing is worth doing well this week. While the Sun forms an inspirational aspect to Uranus, you can follow your heart’s desire and have the determination needed to attain success.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Give someone a helpful hint. Your instincts about business and the social climate are probably on the mark as this week begins. Whatever ideas capture your fancy may be beneficial and could improve a key relationship.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Use your good taste to find quality plus value, even in the closeout section. In the upcoming week, you and a partner can work together to reach mutual goals in several areas.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Life is just a bowl of cherries, and you may have plenty to share. If you remain honest and sincere, it’s unlikely that unpleasant undercurrents will drag you down.

Don’t fall prey to suspicions or evade responsibilities in the week ahead.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Look first, then go for it. This is a week when you can make a leap of faith. An influx of energy can mean that whether your passions are aimed at making money, new contacts or love, you can win.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Rest, relaxation and recharging empty batteries could be a priority. Resist the temptation to become jealous or slip back into old habits. You’ll be much happier if your home is neat and household tasks are completed.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Stay in your compassion. Cooperation from others is easy to obtain under the celestial conditions of the week ahead. Go ahead and ask a favor of a co-worker. Someone genuinely wants to share ideas and be helpful.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Stick with a decision that has already been made despite a flurry of controversy. Someone’s disproval could be exaggerated. Keeping promises is your best chance this week, so honor your agreements.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): If you wish upon a star, your wish might come true.

The answer to your prayers may show up in the form of a helpful person who offers you just what you need. Your hard work and persistence can make the difference.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): It’s never wise to gamble unless you can afford to lose. You can buy a lottery ticket or play poker with friends, but don’t take unnecessary risks. Be tolerant and avoid discussing controversial subjects this week.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Put your money where your mouth is. It should be safe to make financial commitments early in the week ahead because people are likely to honor their word. Good relationships will improve or be more harmonious.

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BUTTERY, FLAKY SCONES STUDDED WITH BERRIES MAKE BREAKFAST SPECIAL

By America’s Test Kitchen

On e k e y t o fl ak y, t en der scones is the ingredients you use, but another is the temperature of those ingredients. Using chilled butter -- and mix ing ev er y t hing together quickly, before it w ar ms up -- helps create those perfect flaky layers.

Using frozen berries helps keep the dough’s temperature low. It also prevents the bright berry color from bleeding out of the berries and into the dough.

If you don’t like mixed berries, you can use 1 cup (5 ounces) of frozen raspberries, blueberries or blackberries instead of the mixed berries.

BERRY SCONES

Makes 8 scones 1 cup (5 ounces) frozen mixed berries 1 tablespoon confectioners’ (powdered) sugar 1 1/2 cups (7 1/2 ounces) all-purpose flour, plus extra for counter 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into 1/2 inch pieces and chilled 2 tablespoons sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup (4 ounces) whole milk 1 large egg yolk 1. Adjust the oven rack to the upper middle position and heat oven to 425 degrees.

Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. In a medium bowl, combine ber ries and confectioners’ sugar. Use a rubber spatula to stir to coat the berries. Place the bowl in the freezer until needed.

3. Place flour, chilled butter, sugar, baking powder and salt in food processor. Pulse until butter forms pea-size pieces, six to eight 1-second pulses.

4. Transfer flour mixture to a large bowl. Use a rubber spatula to stir in frozen berries until they are well coated. In a second medium bowl, whisk milk and egg yolk until well combined. Add the milk mixture to the flour mixture and use a rubber spatula to stir until just combined into a shaggy dough. Do not overmix.

5. Sprinkle the clean counter lightly with extra flour and coat your hands with flour.

Transfer the dough to the floured counter and gather and press the mixture until a doug h f or ms and hol ds together, 5 to 10 seconds.

Pat the dough into an 8-inch circle, about 3/4-inch thick.

Cut the circle into 8 wedges.

Transfer scones to the parchment-lined baking sheet.

6. Bake until scones are golden brown on top, about 14 minutes. Place the bak ing sheet on a cooling rack and let the scones cool on the baking sheet for 15 minutes. Transfer scones directly to the cooling rack. Let cool for 30 minutes before serving.

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

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