2021-10-16 - The Jackson Times

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─Photo Provided By NJ Angels New Jersey Angels board members gather during a recent event.

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Columbus Day Parade Postponed To This Weekend

By Bob Vosseller SEASIDE HEIGHTS – Floats, bands and marchers will be returning to the borough boulevard for the 30 th Ocean County Columbus Day Parade this weekend.

The threat of rain pushed back the parade

from its original date of October 10. The Parade Committee’s Facebook posted that “we regret to inform you that the committee and borough officials have decided to postpone the parade October 17th.

Last weekend’s Italian Heritage Festival had a good turnout especially on

its first night. Strolling entertainment and bands featuring familiar favorites were heard under the dining tent where visitors went with their plates of rice balls, sausage and pepper sandwiches and tiny cups of expresso.

Many a visitor stopped (Parade - See Page 24)

October 16, 2021

By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – Members of the governing body once again received some strong criticism from members of the public regarding the ongoing issue of township code enforcement cases.

The township is facing several lawsuits accusing officials of anti-Semitic discrimination including one from the federal government and one from the state. Members of the Orthodox Jewish community have accused the governing body of passing ordinances that have limited their ability to build a legal synagogue. Residents now suspect that members of that community are using residential homes as “prayer houses” to circumvent this.

Those houses are the subject of code enforcement action which are pending a court hearing.

Mayor Michael Reina said those cases have been delayed, in part, by the court backlog caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Issues At Whispering Hills Resident Anthony Baier brought up discussion about 41 Mill Pond in the Whispering Hills section of the township. “I was the third house in there, third actual move-in. I see what is happening in my neighborhood this year and I sold my house.” He noted that his neighborhood was as “diversified as AT&T” where he worked for 40 years.

He added, “the culture of the persons who are (Codes - See Page 6)

“Clean” Soil Ordinance Returns

By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – An ordinance that would require large developers to prove that any soil they bring in is clean has been re-introduced by the Township Council.

The ordinance had been previously approved but was struck down by the courts last year, Councilman Alex Sauickie explained.

“That ordinance passed and it was based on a New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection template ordinance in response to incidents which residents had asked of the council to protect the unique environment of Jackson,” the official said The councilman added, “it was then brought to court by a builder’s union and a developer and a judge overturned it. I am happy to be

resubmitting it tonight.

We wanted to make sure it was in line with the original intended ordinance.”

That ordinance was unanimously approved on first reading later in the session.

The earlier version of it would be deleted and replaced with the reworded ordinance called Soil Fill Importation Permit.

Council Vice President (Clean - See Page 11)

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NJ Angels:

Continued From Page 1 homes due to neglect, abuse, and parental drug use need the nurturing and temporary protection a foster family can provide. Fifty percent of foster homes close within the first year due to parents feeling overwhelmed and ill-equipped according to New Jersey Angels.

“Our groups come in and support families. When the family thrives, the child thrives and everything works out better.

Statistically, the foster care system leads to some horrible statistics for kids. Fifty percent of kids in foster care graduate from high school and only 3 percent get a college degree. It is a pipeline to prison, incarceration, homelessness and human trafficking,” Oliver said.

She added that all of those problems “have a relationship in some way to some percentage with the foster care system.

We come in, support those families and help them continue fostering healthy supportive families in hopes of changing those statistics for children.”

Oliver said “the organization is state wide. I am the president and founder and live right here in Jackson.”

“It is just being there and giving a piece of your heart to these families and children who just need somebody to be there consistently,” said fellow member Barbara Porcelli of Jackson.

The Angels’ programs involve intentional giving, relationship building, and mentorship. When foster families are

matched with committed volunteers, parents feel suppor ted and children grow a great sense of belonging and self-confidence according to the organization’s literature.

Oliver and Porcelli said the group’s Love Box prog ra m prov ided w rap around support to children and parents that begins with a monthly care package that meets the practical needs of the family. They added that the heart of this program is time spent and meaningful relationships that are built over time.

The Dare to Dream program matches a committed mentor with a young adult (ages 11-21) to provide wisdom, encouragement, and community. They serve as advocates, guides, role models, valued friends, and knowledgeable resources to at-risk youth.

When mentors engage with youth, these young adults feel equipped and confident to navigate life. “More importantly, they trust in the value of their dreams,” a New Jersey Angels pamphlet stated.

Fall Festival The group’s fall festival from 2 to 6 p.m. on October 31 at the Tulip Tree Café in Freehold. It will feature children’s games, a trick or treat costume parade, a gift basket raff le and food and beverages. Carved pumpkin categories include: spookiest, toothy grin, boo-tiful, Halloween creatures, professional, and classic jack (10 years and under).

The event is being hosted by Calgo

Garden.

Oliver and Porcelli said the New Jersey Angels is looking for more volunteers to get involved and to commit to supporting a local foster or kinship family through the Love Box program or mentor a youth through the Dare to Dream program.

The organization also has a monthly

sponsorship program where sponsors commit to joining the group to ensure that every single child has the opportunity to grow up and reach their fullest potential.

For more information about the New Jersey Angels and their Fall Festival visit newjerseyangels.org or e-mail the group at info@newjerseyangels.org.

─Photo Provided By New Jersey Angels The New Jersey Angels provided 60 back to school backpacks to all of the school age children on their organization waiting list.

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Codes:

Continued From Page 1 moving in now turn our homes into shabbats.

My backyard leads right to that shabbats. On Friday night vans come in and the people come in to the back (of the property).”

Baier added, “a company bought all eight houses at once and these big beautiful houses are occupied by renters of one or two persons of a younger generation. There is a boy’s school back there and a girl’s school back there and when the garages are opened there are 40 mattresses stacked to the ceilings.”

“It is a fire hazard, a code violation,” he added. “You don’t see them outside until Sunday night. They hoot and holler on Friday evening.

Next week there is a different set of cars.”

“Running a church in a public residence is a code violation. No question. That is exactly what is happening. I called the police as there are 10 cars always parked the wrong way.”

Baier said when township police spoke to him, they said, “there is nothing I can do sir, they are just visiting.”

Baier said he contacted the construction department to report a code violation. “People with New Jersey (construction licenses) are working on a property that they know have stop work orders, has red stickers right on it and they are there working.”

“I took a video of it. I walked up one day to the worker and I said what are you doing? This is a stop work order and he threatened me. He said I don’t care about your (town’s) ordinance.

I have a family to take care of. Who are you with your big video camera?”

“I said all I was doing was giving you a head’s

up that I was going to tell the town that you are doing unauthorized work. All we ask is for respect from everyone in the community and for the laws to be enforced. We have reasons to vote not only because our taxes are high but that our government in Jackson Township is not doing their job today,” Baier said in conclusion.

Council Or Mayor?

Council President Andrew Kern explained why he and other council members can’t tell staff to do certain things. “Under our form of government, our council members have no authority to do so.”

Fifteen years ago, the residents of Jackson Township voted to change their form of government. It used to be that the mayor was one of the committee members, chosen by the committee. Now, the mayor is directly elected by the people. “Under the current form of government, the mayor is the only person authorized to direct the day-to-day operations of the township and is the only one who can direct township employees to perform any particular function,” Kern said.

The council president added, “all our department heads except our clerk report to the mayor through the Township Administrator (Terence Wall) and not to this council. We cannot tell the mayor how to run the town.

We cannot infringe on the authority granted him by law.”

Kern noted that Berkeley, Brick and Toms River townships have the same form of government as Jackson. He said public concerns brought to council would continue to be forwarded to the mayor’s office.

Resident Eleanor Hannum who heads the group Citizens United to Protect our Neighborhoods (CUPON) was particularly critical towards Mayor Reina. She said responses made during the prior Council meeting to Whispering Hills residents, “were quite disrespectful. The mayor, Mike Reina told the residents of Whispering Hills to set up a meeting and we’ll talk. We’ll sit and discuss all of your ills that are going on in your neighborhood. It was all BS. “We were all given a pile of crap from this lame duck mayor who in conjunction with the zoning officer said, ‘it is all good there is nothing wrong. They can do all this. It all applies to what is allowed in the zone on the property.’ Quite a smooth double talker,” Hannum added.

She said, “history repeats itself and now you have countless residents complaining about illegal use of residential homes and residential property. Residents who finally gave up and sold their homes - many of which were my friends - because they know this government is not here to protect them. They have a township attorney who works for the client and the client is not us. The client is you and the mayor.”

Response To Allegations Seaside Heights resident Richard Ciullo said he identified 11 residential properties in Jackson that were operating as synagogues.

He oversees the controversial Facebook page Rise Up Ocean County, which at one time was taken down due to accusations of anti-Semitism. He asked, “is this something you feel is actionable for code enforcement

and zoning or would you offer an opinion it is a case-by-case basis?”

Township Attorney Gregory McGuckin responded that whether a residence is being used for religious purposes is subject to a factbased investigation and “any property people feel is being used in an improper manner, the process is that they should submit that information to code enforcement and they are going to do an investigation.”

Wall, the administrator, said that the zoning and code enforcement officers have stepped up their hours and personnel with after hours and weekend coverage. “Folks are rightly and justifiably angry about people not following the law. People are angry because we have local ordinances for a reason. They are to be followed by everyone, regardless of your race, creed, color and it is supposed to be fair and equitable to everybody.”

He said the mayor’s office and the council “work collaboratively together. If someone is violating the rules it is very simple, they go to court, period.”

“There was clearly a need for additional coverage. One of the complaints we had was how do you manage a call when it comes in the middle of the night or on the weekend.

The default was to reach out to the police department and the commentary was that it wasn’t as efficient and the protocols weren’t as consistent,” he said.

“We are revising the protocols to which the communication officers handle inquiries so folks should feel comfortable any time, any day 24/7. If they see an area of concern that wish to have addressed, they can contact the police department,” Wall added.

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY Letters To The Editor

Editorial My Daughter’s Quarantine When I saw that Toms River had a thousand students in quarantine, I thought about writing an article, but I didn’t and now I’m glad I didn’t. Because my daughter became one of them.

Does she have COVID? No. Was she exposed to someone with it? No. She had a cold. It’s her basic, back-to-school bug that she gets every year. I was actually very surprised she got it this year since she was wearing her mask and we’ve been careful.

I called the school nurse at 6:30 in the morning on Monday, September 27, and was told in a very friendly and helpful manner what needed to be done. If my daughter had two or more COVID-like symptoms (in this case a sore throat and a runny nose) then she had to have a negative test in order to come back. It takes 2-7 days to get test results from the location we went to. That’s at least a week on quarantine for nothing. But, we must follow the rules. And besides, could you imagine going to school with a runny nose and having to wear a mask?

Gross. Also, she would have to tell every single person “No, it’s just a cold” all day in every one of her classes.

So, we went to the Rite Aid in Bayville and did the drivethrough self-test with the nasal swab on the night of September 28. As I’m writing this editorial, it is Monday, October 11 and we still have not got the results back. That’s two weeks of quarantine for a cold. She hasn’t even had symptoms for a week.

Ocean County is in an upswing of cases, and no one – not even the testing centers – are prepared for it. I imagine that, like my daughter, most of these tests are going to come back negative, but they are being done to be on the safe side.

One of her friends is in the same boat. She had a cold and is home awaiting the results.

Another friend was exposed to someone with COVID and had to stay home but did not contract it. Both of these are TR kids.

My friend’s son, another TR

kid, tested positive for COVID. I don’t know if he got it from someone at school or elsewhere. They were fortunate: mild symptoms, didn’t spread to anyone, and he’s fine now.

So there are some kids that have it.

When the article came out that exposed an “outbreak” in Toms River schools, I became worried about the misinformation it provided. Another newspaper wrote about it, and out of professional courtesy I won’t poke too many holes in it (although they shouldn’t have quoted Board candidates in it).

The interim superintendent responded that some of the stats reported were cumulative numbers – dating back to the beginning of the pandemic, not the current total. Apparently some people failed to read the fine print. He also said how a lot of the confirmed cases came from outside of the school. This happened last year, if you remember. End of year summer events, like Labor Day barbecues, led to some spreading of the virus and the kids start school right after Labor Day. One problem has to do with reporting statistics. As they say: “There are lies, there are damned lies, and there are statistics.” Cold numbers are one piece of information, but unfortunately in this story, that is the only information that was reported.

Clearly, just looking at the number of quarantined students does not equal the number of sick or even exposed people. Yet, everyone now thinks that Toms River is a haven for COVID. Most people only read the headlines anyway as they scroll through on Facebook. They’re not going to learn of the nuances or even what the district’s version of this information is.

The school district did its best to mitigate the damage done by the article but it’s like closing the barn door after the cow escaped.

It seems like the newspaper that originally published the piece has taken the article down from its website. However, the district appears to have stopped providing the calculations of how many people tested positive or are quarantined on its home page (it got moved to here: trschools.com/ community/tr-safe-return). It’s a shame that their transparency caused misinformation to make

them change this.

That’s not to say Toms River did everything they were supposed to.

I’m not letting them off the hook that easily. My daughter attends one of the schools that is not air conditioned throughout. She did say that in the first week, when masks were optional, that people took it as a way to flaunt the rule.

It was a loophole. Even a few teachers and staff members went without. She said that after the really hot days, staff all masked up and enforced the rules. Of course, this is a kid reporting this information so I’m not taking it as gospel (even if it is my kid).

My family has been in education for decades. I know that in the trenches, rules get skirted because they have to. A big mandate comes down from on high and it leaves the people who actually have to deal with it scratching their heads.

How can you have kids with sensory issues wear masks? How do you add more duties – like cleaning surfaces – to an already overworked staff? How do you keep kids six feet apart in classrooms that were built for stockpiling 30 to a room? The answer is you can’t. Not all the time. You do your best and hope for the best.

Sure, the superintendent said that he has seen the mask mandate enforced everywhere he goes in the district, but aren’t you always on your best behavior when the boss is around? In my estimation, in every job I’ve ever been in, the people who spend their day in an office know the least of what’s really going on.

I asked my daughter if I could write about her experience in this before I started. I guess my point is that you can’t just look at the numbers. You have to look at the reality of it. (This is my argument against standardized testing but that’s another editorial.)

The only absolute is that there are no absolutes. As a parent, you have to trust that educators have your child’s best interest at heart.

And in my experience in the Toms River schools – both as a parent and as a graduate – they do.

Chris Lundy News Editor

Families Under Stress Of New School Year With the start of the new school year, we all need to be focused not just on academics for our children, but their mental health as well. “We” includes parents, teachers, counselors, administrators, doctors, coaches, and everyone who connects with children or advocates for programs for children.

Good health includes mental health, and children have been caught in the crosshairs of the often confusing and anxious messaging they hear. Mask mandates, increasing infections, fears of possible educational disruption – all impact our children every day. Uncertainty can create new anxiety or exacerbate existing anxieties.

We must prioritize prevention strategies, continue to focus on helping children understand and strengthen their emotional responses, give parents tools and guidelines for talking to, and listening to, their children, provide consistent counseling opportunities, and keep a close eye on children’s reactions and behaviors.

We all had hoped that this school year would bring a return to normalcy, but we are not there yet. It is indeed true that our children are our future – let us all work toward keeping them healthy and strong – physically, mentally, and emotionally.

Here at Preferred Behavioral

Health Group, we have a variety of school-based programs, prevention programs, and counseling and therapy for children. Contact us for more information – preferredbehavioral.org or 732-367-4700.

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Republicans Vs. Dan Rodrick Councilman Dan Rodrick has torpedoed every initiative, every cost-saving measure, and every movement that the Toms River Republicans have put forward. Or, that is, he would have if he had any sort of power. But he’s just one man. That’s why he’s running his own team.

He has his friend Justin Lamb running in Ward 1. He has his friends George Lobman, Mary Guarin and Lynn O’Toole running for the school board. Everyone knows he wants to control the school board so that he can get a do-nothing job in the district. If these two get in, he will get that job.

And if Justin Lamb wins, then there will be another vote on the council for him and doing whatever Rodrick wants. Rodrick and Lamb will fight against Mayor Hill and all the good that he’s doing.

I’m a life-long Republican. So I’m not telling you to vote Democrat in these elections. But I’m just saying don’t vote for Rodrick, Lamb, Lobman, Guarin or O’Toole.

John Berent Toms River

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Congressman Urges U.S. To Force Countries To Give Back Abducted Kids

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Joined by left behind parents who have been separated from their children for years, Rep. Chris Smith (R-4th) urged the State Department to take bolder action to help bring home American children abducted overseas and implement stronger tools - including sanctions - provided by the Sean and David Goldman Child Abduction Prevention and Return Act at a hearing on Capitol Hill.

Much of the attention focused on Japan where many American military personnel are stationed - which has a pattern of non - compliance on resolving child abduction cases.

“We - as Congress and as the U.S. Government - must do what we can to reunify parents with their children,” said Rep. Smith, who authored the Goldman Act, which was enacted into law in 2014 to empower the State Department to combat international child abductions. “Child abduction is child abuse. These young victims, like their left - behind parents, are U.S. citizens who need the help of their government when normal legal processes are unavailable or have failed.”

“The Goldman Act has empowered the executive branch with serious tools sanctions - to promote adherence to law and return Americans. Use them,” said Smith, who chaired the Tom Lantos Hu-

man Rights Commission hearing entitled “The Rights of Parents and Children: How to Better Implement the Goldman Act on Child Abduction.”

“In the case of Japan, I can disclose to you that we are in the process of drafting legislation that will compel the State Department to use the tools enumerated in the Goldman Act specifically with respect to Japan,” Smith said.

The hearing included compelling and heart - wrenching testimony from two parents - Jeffery Morehouse and Noelle Hunter - who have endured years apart from their children, as well as Patricia Apy - the prominent international family law attorney from Red Bank, whose critical work to help reunite David Goldman with his son Sean in the high - profile abduction case informed Smith’s drafting of the Goldman Act. “For seven years The Goldman Act has not been used to its potential by The State Department,” said Jeffery Morehouse, the Executive Director of Bring Abducted Children Home, who has been fighting to get his son Mochi back from Japan since 2010. He said we must “obligate State to be true to the intent of the Act - to return our kidnapped children.”

“I would like to ask why the State Department seems enchanted with demarch-

es - the tiny stick with which they gently assail nations with diplomatic wrist slaps for patterns of noncompliance in returning America’s Stolen Children - when the Goldman Act is replete with escalating, weighty enforcement tools,” said Noelle Hunter, the President and Co-founder of iStand Parent Network Inc., who was reunited with her daughter Muna after she was abducted to Mali for three years.

“Diplomatic efforts are not enough, and available diplomatic sanctions have to be requested and applied on behalf of children to elevate the priority given and urgency needed to bring every abducted child, home,” Patricia Apy said.

The State Department, charged with resolving international child abduction cases, declined an invitation to testify at Smith’s hearing. Its annual reports required by the Goldman Act show that more than 12,350 American children have been abducted internationally by a parent since 2008.

Smith said the State Department’s absence at the hearing was “deeply disappointing,” but that the invitation to testify “remains active.”

“We want to hear from the Biden Administration on these critical matters,” Smith said. “Delay is denial. Left behind parents and the children they love and cherish

absolutely deserve answers,” said Smith, who first wrote the Goldman Act in 2009 after personally intervening in the fight to bring Sean Goldman home to New Jersey years after he had been abducted to Brazil by his mother.

One country that is “internationally known as a black hole for child abduction” is Japan, which is “persistently failing to aid in the reunification and return of our victimized children,” said Morehouse, who last saw his son on Father’s Day in 2010 after dropping him off to visit his mother.

Despite being granted sole custody of his son by Washington State in 2007, Morehouse said his ex - wife went to the Japanese consulate in Portland, which issued her a passport for their child in violation of their Ministry of Foreign Affairs Passport issuance policy. Since then, Morehouse has won two lengthy legal cases in Japan where courts ruled that the U.S. custody order has legal effect, but the country has refused to provide any reunification.

Smith, who said that Japan apparently does not recognize the concept of joint custody and instead grants custody to one parent - a law that “rewards the abductor parent” - is drafting new legislation to address the issue. “This hearing - and your testimony - will help inform that legislation,” he said.

Resources Available To Help Schools Teach Climate Change Across K-12 Classrooms

TRENTON – The New Jersey Department of Education announced that it has made available extensive online resources that school districts and educators can use to incorporate climate change education across K-12 classrooms beginning in the 2022-2023 school year.

In June of 2020, First Lady Tammy Murphy announced that the New Jersey State Board of Education adopted her initiative to make New Jersey the first state in the nation to incorporate climate change across its revised state K-12 learning standards. The NJDOE establishes the New Jersey Student Learning Standards (NJSLS), which determine what schools are required to teach in nine content areas across each grade level. With the adoption of the 2020 NJSLS, climate change education will be incorporated across seven content areas - 21st Century Life and Careers, Compre-

hensive Health and Physical Education, Science, Social Studies, Technology, Visual and Performing Arts, and World Languages. The two remaining content areas, mathematics and English language arts, have not yet been eligible for review under the Murphy Administration given the five-year review cycle. The resources will help educators meet the new climate change requirements so they can prepare students to understand how and why climate change occurs, the impact it has on our local and global communities, and to respond to climate change with informed and sustainable solutions.

“For a long time, many viewed climate change as an abstract problem, but here in New Jersey, we are already experiencing its devastating effects, including extreme f looding from recent storms,” said First Lady Tammy Murphy. “This generation of students will feel the im-

pact of climate change more than any other, and beginning in the 2022-2023 school year, our students will be the first and only in the nation to have climate change education incorporated at every grade level. By providing these resources to our educators, we are in turn equipping the leaders of tomorrow with the critical tools they will need to face the real-life challenges of climate change.”

“New Jersey’s groundbreaking academic standards, and the accompanying resources that we are releasing today, will give educators, parents, and other stakeholders greater tools and information on the impacts of climate change,” said Dr. Angelica Allen-McMillan, Acting Commissioner of Education. “Students throughout New Jersey will enhance their understanding of how climate change poses a threat to our environment, and actions necessary to mitigate the threat.”

The NJDOE’s Climate Change webpage provides resources such as: Instructional resources – such as webinars, instructional strategies, literature, and standards-based lessons – by grade level and by subject; Links, videos, highlights and news stories to innovative lessons on climate change occurring in New Jersey schools; • Activities and projects for students in and out of the classroom; • Opportunities for students to take part in community engagement; • A link to the First Lady’s climate change webpage; and • A portal for educators and other stakeholders to share their stories, feedback and resources.

Educators and other members of the public can obtain more information the NJDOE’s Climate Change Education Resources website.

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

2021-2022 Wrestling Program

JACKSON – Interested in wrestling? The Jackson Township Recreation Department will be holding a 2021-2022 wrestling program for all levels, beginners through advanced.

Open to children currently enrolled in grades 1st through 8th. The season is from November through March. Register online at capturepoint.com through October 31.

When registering online and paying by credit card a $5 convenience fee will be added to your total.

Fee is $75 for Jackson residents; $100 for non-Jackson residents. Refunds are done by voucher and take approximately four to six weeks, there is a $10 fee per refund. No

refunds after October 31.

Practices will be held at Jackson Liberty High School Auxiliary Gym. 3rd Grade and under: Mondays 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and Thursdays 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.; 4th Grade and up: Tuesdays 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and Thursdays 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Supervisor is Glenn Pazinko, and can be contacted at 908-331-2592, spazinko@ gmail.com. Wrestlers will be grouped according to their age, size and ability. Matches are optional and open to all registrants.

Match fees are not included in your registration fee. Parents Orientation: date TBD in October and will take place at the Jackson Senior Center, 45 Don Connor Blvd.

Teen Arrested On Weapons Charge At School Football Game

By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – Township Police assigned to a football game at Jackson Liberty High School made a weapons arrest on the evening of October 8.

Police received information that a teenaged boy at the game was reportedly in possession of a firearm.

The officers and school security located him and he was quickly taken into custody without incident. The teen was searched and .22 caliber handgun with ammunition was found in his backpack.

He was transported to police headquar-

ters for further investigation while other officers stayed on scene until the game was over and spectators cleared the event.

Detectives assisted with the continuing investigation. He was charged with the unlawful possession of a handgun and possession of a firearm on school property.

There were no specific threats made toward anyone, according to the ongoing investigation. At the current time, here have been no threats or additional safety concerns identified in relation to this incident, police reported.

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JACKSON – The Jackson Township Recreation Department is looking for Score Keepers, Time Keepers and Junior Referees for our 2021/2022 Winter Basketball Program, November to March. Pay is $11.10/hr (Schedule will vary) Monday to Thursday

6 to 9:30 p.m. (scorekeepers/time keepers); Saturdays 7:45 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. (Jr. Referees)/ Location: Switlik School Gym. Must be at least 15 years of age. Ideal for high school and college students.

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By Chris Lundy OSLO – Maria Ressa, a former student of High School North, was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for her journalistic efforts.

“Maria Ressa uses freedom of expression to expose abuse of power, use of violence and growing authoritarianism in her native country, the Philippines,” the Nobel Prize Committee said in its announcement. “In 2012, she co-founded Rappler, a digital media company for investigative journalism, which she still heads. As a journalist and the Rappler’s CEO, Ressa has shown herself to be a fearless defender of freedom of expression. Rappler has focused critical attention on the Duterte regime’s controversial, murderous anti-drug campaign.

The number of deaths is so high that the campaign resembles a war waged against the country’s own population. Ms. Ressa and Rappler have also documented how social media is being used to spread fake news, harass opponents and manipulate public discourse.”

Born in Manila, she moved to Toms River early in life. She graduated cum laude from Princeton University in 1986, with a degree in English and certificates in theater and dance. She won a Fulbright scholarship to study politics at the University of the Philippines Diliman. She had spent two decades as a lead investigative reporter in southeast Asia for CNN. She had been included in a collection of journalists noted in Time’s Person of the Year 2018.

She has taught courses at both universities she graduated from. She has written two books: Seeds of Terror: An Eyewitness Account of Al-Qaeda’s Newest Center (2003), and From Bin Laden to Facebook: 10 Days of Abduction, 10 Years of Terrorism. Her upcoming book is called How To Stand Up

─Photo courtesy Rappler To A Dictator (2022). It shows how “democracy dies by a thousand cuts” and that a web of social media and fake news is created to spur anger and hate to keep people in power.

The Nobel committee recorded the phone call when she was told she was chosen.

“Oh my gosh, I’m speechless,” she said.

“Thank you so very much.”

She was on the job when she received the call. “I’m live at another event,” she said.

The Nobel committee explained how safeguarding freedom of expression is one of the foundations for democracy and lasting peace. The award is also being given to Dmitry Andreyevich Muratov for his work as editor-in-chief and co-founder of Novaja Gazeta, an independent newspaper in Russia.

These two journalists are representative of all journalists who stand up for freedom of expression and criticize abuses of power, they said.

“Free, independent and fact-based journalism serves to protect against abuse of power, lies and war propaganda. The Norwegian Nobel Committee is convinced that freedom of expression and freedom of information help to ensure an informed public. These rights are crucial prerequisites for democracy and protect against war and conflict. The award of the Nobel Peace Prize to Maria Ressa and Dmitry Muratov is intended to underscore the importance of protecting and defending these fundamental rights,” they said. “Without freedom of expression and freedom of the press, it will be difficult to successfully promote fraternity between nations, disarmament and a better world order to succeed in our time.”

“Without media, you cannot have a strong democracy,” said Berit Reiss-Andersen, Chair of the Norwegian Nobel Committee.

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Continued From Page 1 Martin Flemming said “I would like to commend what Councilman Sauickie did on the soil fill ordinances. He did it once and he did it again and he got them both up and running and we really appreciate that work.”

Council President Andrew Kern also thanked Sauickie for his “diligent work on this ordinance.”

The Council also unanimously passed an ordinance on final reading that involved the acquisition of property on Cpl. Luigi Marciante Jr. Memorial Drive. Councilman Nino Borrelli voted yes, calling for “just compensation” to the owner of that property.

Council President Kern said he recently received his ballot in the mail for next month’s general election and noted that the night’s meeting was competing against the first gubernatorial debate between Democrat Governor Phil Murphy and Republican challenger former Assemblyman Jack Ciattarelli.

“It is so very important that all our residents that are registered to vote do so as soon as you have made up your mind. If you have received a mail-in ballot, please don’t wait to return it.”

“This year the entire state government, the governor and all members of the legislature are up for election. If, as Jackson residents, you are concerned about how the state took $21 million away from our school district’s budget please vote. If you are concerned about the high taxes we pay in New Jersey, please, go out and vote.” Kern added.

Kern also noted that at a prior meeting, he

The Jackson Times, October 16, 2021, Page 11 was asked about a resolution “demanding that the legislature create affordable housing laws and remove the decision-making power from the judges where it currently lies who have no repercussions for their decisions.

The current legislature has not taken that issue up and has no intention of doing so.

If you want things to change, please vote.”

The all-Republican Jackson governing body has been critical of Governor Phil Murphy’s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic and his use of executive orders regarding the lockdown last year of the state and its impact on businesses during that period of time.

Officials also criticized his mask mandates in schools across the state, wanting that decision to be made by school districts instead.

The council passed a resolution calling for the governor to rescind that executive order.

Ciattarelli visited Jackson during the township’s National Night Out event in August and more recently held a town hall meeting in the community on the evening of October 6.

Councilman Borrelli reminded residents that a display in the meeting room of the Jackson branch of the Ocean County Library would be present until the end of October and features photographs, police equipment, items worn by police chiefs and officers. He added that the families of two former police chiefs provided many of the items for the display.

The councilman encouraged residents to visit the library “to stop by and enjoy the display which was created in honor and recognition of the Jackson Police Department’s 75th anniversary milestone and all they do to keep our town safe and secure.”

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By Chris Lundy going to help them.”

OCEAN COUNTY – Local officials “For almost 120 years, OceanFirst Bank said they are worried that the transition has been providing financial services to online banking is going to hurt the solutions to our neighbors at the Jersey senior population, as brick and mortar Shore,” said George Destafney, President banks close.

Central Region OceanFirst Bank. “Our According to the NJ Division of Banking, customers expect and deserve a variety the following local branches are closing: of choices to bank safely and securely Barnegat: OceanFirst, 845 W. Bay Ave. and at OceanFirst we continue to offer the Berkeley: Kearny Bank, 425 Route 9 latest digital and branch options to assist Berkeley: OceanFirst, 791 Route 9 our customers 24/7.

Freehold: OceanFirst, 34 East Main St. “During the pandemic, more and more Manasquan: Kearny Bank, 155 Main of our customers chose digital banking Street as their preferred way of accessing their Point Pleasant: OceanFirst, 3100 Route accounts. As a result, our customers are 88 using our branches less so we will be Point Pleasant Beach: 701 Arnold Ave. consolidating several locations in DeRed Bank: OceanFirst, 140 Broad St. cember 2021 and January 2022,” he said.

Spring Lake Heights: OceanFirst, 2401 “Simultaneously, we are also investing in Route 71 our branches that will continue to deliver Tinton Falls: OceanFirst, 4050 Asbury in-person banking.

Ave. “In December 2020, our branch on HoopWest Long Branch: OceanFirst, 359 er Avenue in Toms River was transformed Monmouth Road and in addition to in-person branch bankCommissioner Joseph Vicari said Ocean ing, now offers our customers access to County has more than 200,000 senior their accounts via virtual teller,” he said, citizens. Some of them can’t afford com- noting that the bank spends extra time puters and the monthly internet costs that helping them understand how to use them. come with them. Many are unfamiliar or In-person services will continue at the unwilling to try online banking. locations at Route 37 West, Route 70 near Additionally, seniors are targeted by Lake Ridge, Forked River, and Whiting. scammers, he said. A common scam is to “Ocean County has always been home to convince the victim to send a money order. OceanFirst and we are in the final stages A bank teller is trained to look for red of building a new 80,000 square foot flags that one of their customers is being building to expand our headquarters on scammed. An online bank isn’t going to Hooper Avenue in Toms River,” he said. prevent that from happening.

In regards to seniors – or anyone – being “It hurts the most vulnerable,” he said. a victim of scam, he said that fraud pre“The only people who benefit are the CEOs vention is a top priority. So far in 2021, and shareholders.” staff have prevented or recovered approxiAlthough OceanFirst was one of the more mately $9 million in more than 200 check visible changes – because they are a local fraud cases involving customers. chain – Vicari said it is happening with all “We know that senior citizens are particbranches, noting TD Bank and Santander. ularly vulnerable to financial exploitation Berkeley Mayor Carmen Amato spoke out which is why we provide ongoing training against the closure of their local Ocean- for our employees and regularly share First because that’s the bank the munici- information about scams directed at our pality does business with. The Township senior neighbors,” Destafney said. “Our Council adopted a resolution urging it to security team is available to visit local stay open. groups to share tips for spotting differ“A lot of seniors like to go to the bank ent types of scams and has many videos branch. They don’t care to do it online. available as well.”

They would probably go to another bank,” Kearny Bank did not return phone calls he said. “Expanding digital banking is not for this story.

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Around The Jersey Shore Historical Societies Share Stories Of The Past

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – Historical societies came together for a meeting of the minds, sharing stories with each other and with the public.

On a bright, sunny fall day, tables were set up in the parking lot of the Ocean County Historical Society on Hadley Avenue in downtown Toms River. It was a festival of local historic groups who showed off artifacts and regaled people with tales of how things used to be. Some tables had items for sale to benefit the nonprofits. The Jersey Gold singing group performed oldies while a Boy Scout troop sold refreshments.

“Welcome to Berkeley Township,” Berkeley Township Historical Society President Gerard Morey said to people arriving at his booth. He said there are more documents that they’ve been going through that show a slice of life of how the township grew over the years.

And if you grew up here, your history is on file as well. They have every Central Regional yearbook since 1957, as well as two years of Toms River High School, because that’s where Berkeley students used to go.

Josie Morey, who heads up the society’s publicity, said the building is being reborn with improvements. There are new doors, with locks that look accurate to the time period even though they are electronic. There are more people joining in person, and its reach through Facebook has swelled, too.

Even the ghost that resides in the building is happy, she said. The being has made its presence known a few times in a gentle way.

Sara Gibson is President of the Junior Histor ical Societ y. T his will be an outreach arm of the society for school students. She said the goal is to “enrich the knowledge of the youth in the town’s history.”

Liz McGrath, a trustee in the Lacey Historical Society, said the displays were recently redone in the museum which used to be the one-room schoolhouse in 1863. Dolls, farm equipment, and other curiosities dating back to the town’s early days can be found there.

She had photos at her table showing old buildings that are no longer there but played a part in the town back then.

Station Avenue was a major hub at one time. There were also taverns up and down Route 9, like the Greyhound Inn. Woodrow Wilson, Babe Ruth, and Lou Gehrig were known to have stayed there at some point to take advantage of the nearby hunting grounds.

While buildings have been lost to stor ms and f ires, stories get passed

on through generations. McGrath told how kids at the one-room schoolhouse would carry freshly-made pancakes in their mittens on their way to school. The pancakes would keep their hands warm and then they’d be thrown on a pan in the schoolhouse stove to be heated up to eat.

Carl Jablonski, president of the Navy Lakehurst Historical Society, talked about the age of airships and this region’s important role in them. Not just because of the Hindenburg tragedy. There are planes and a helicopter on display that were restored by volunteers.

In their museum, there are five display areas. One is of course the airship room, but there is also an area dedicated to each branch of the service. It’s a salute to the men and women in the military from the Civil War to the present day.

County historian Tim Hart said this event was impor tant for the groups involved to network. They are all run by volunteers, and they face the same challenges of f i ndi ng f i nances and finding people willing to donate time.

Perhaps by sharing stories about what they are going through, they can learn from each other about what works and what doesn’t.

Jeff Schenker, the president of the O c e a n C o u n t y H i s t o r i c a l S o c ie t y dressed as Capt. Joshua Huddy for the event. His organization hosted, and it was in conjunction with the Ocean County Culture and Heritage Commission. It’s a venue for these historians to promote themselves, sell wares, find volunteers and more. While the fair was going on outside, there were tours going on inside.

“The county has a rich history,” he said, noting that it starts in pre-Colonial times. The goal is to make people aware of it. Dressing as one of the more note-worthy characters of the region certainly helped. He talked about setting up tours at specific locations that tell the story of our county.

Some stories are very personal. Gene Donatiello of the Brick Historical Society had a photo of his father as a young boy on display. He was in his grandfather’s pharmacy. He still had a bottle of Sloan’s linament as an example of something that was sold there. A document showed that the shop paid $20.05 in tax for the year.

When he was ready for the next bit of information, he would ask “Do you want to hear another story?”

This article is itself a story of something that happened in the history of Ocean County. This was the first historical society meet-up like this, and perhaps it will go down in history.

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Around The Jersey Shore Seniors Can Get Help With Medicare Enrollment

By Bob Vosseller TOMS RIVER – If you are a senior who needs assistance enrolling in Medicare, help is now available.

Ocean County seniors in need of help with their Medicare enrollment as well as Medicare Prescription Drug Plans can get one-on-one assistance through the Ocean County Office of Senior Services as it teams up with the Ocean County Library. Starting on Oct. 18 a series of Medicare Part D days for County seniors will be held.

Ocean County Commissioner Joseph Vicari said, “navigating health insurance coverage can be challenging. By senior services teaming up with the Ocean County Library, we can offer help to our seniors at more convenient locations as we bring the service closer to our

constituents.”

Vicari, who serves as chairman of the Ocean County Office of Senior noted that seniors can also get help with Medicare enrollment throughout the enrollment period, by appointment, at the Ocean County Office of Senior Services at 1027 Hooper Ave., Toms River, Building 2 and also the County Connection at the Ocean County Mall, Toms River.

Representatives from the Ocean County Office of Senior Services along with State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) counselors will be available on six different dates at five Ocean County Library branches to help seniors with Medicare enrollment. They will also assist residents in comparing Medicare Prescription Drug Plans for 2021 on the Medicare Plan Finder.

The following branches of the Ocean County Library will offer open enrollment assistance on these dates and times: • Toms River Branch, 101 Washington St., Toms River, Oct.18 and 20, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

• Berkeley Township Branch, 30 Station Road, Bayville, Oct. 27, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

• Brick Township Branch, 301 Chambersbridge Road, Brick Township, Nov. 9, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

• Little Egg Harbor Township Branch, 290 Mathistown Road, Little Egg Harbor Township, Nov. 15, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

• Manchester Township Branch, 21 Colonial Drive, Manchester Township, Nov. 18, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Residents can access any of the assistance opportunities by calling 732-929-2091 to schedule an appointment. Appointments are required.

Vicari said the Office of Senior Services will be conducting counseling and enrollment at their main office, at the County Connection and at some key library locations, offering free, unbiased one-on-one assistance with your Medicare coverage.

“A trained SHIP counselor can assist in reviewing your Medicare coverage for 2022,” he added. The open enrollment period runs from Oct. 15 to Dec. 7.

“It is important our seniors have the opportunity to review and choose the appropriate plan that is suitable for their needs. Each year we fine-tune this outreach to make it as convenient as possible for our seniors and their caregivers. The one-on-one assistance is provided annually to help citizens navigate these important health care programs that can often be complex and change each year,” Vicari added.

Detailed information regarding options is also available on the Medicare Plan Finder, which can be accessed at Medicare.gov and in the Medicare and You 2021 Handbook that will be mailed to Medicare beneficiaries.

There are numerous plans for New Jersey with different costs and benefit coverage and individuals will need to learn as much as possible about them.

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Around The Jersey Shore “Design Your Own Destiny” Art Contest NEW JERSEY – Acting Attorney General Andrew J. Bruck and the Division of Highway Traffic Safety (“HTS”) today announced a statewide art contest for adults and teens to promote its ongoing “Take Control of Your Destiny” distracted driving public awareness campaign. Winners will have their art displayed on HTS’s social media channels as part of the campaign.

The “Design Your Own Destiny” contest, which begins today, invites New Jersey residents ages 15 and up to create their own version of the colorful steering wheels showcased in the innovative “Take Control of Your Destiny” campaign that launched in April 2021. The wheels, which depict life milestones like graduation, marriage, and pursuing creative and professional interests, are accompanied by the tagline “You Have Places to Go. Don’t Drive Distracted.”

Since its launch, the campaign’s message has reached millions through print, digital, and radio advertisements.

“The Take Control of Your Destiny campaign has been hugely successful and we’re excited to invite the public to become part of it,” said Acting Attorney General Bruck.

“The contest is a creative way to raise awareness of districted driving and engage drivers of all ages in the efforts to prevent fatalities on New Jersey roadways.”

The Department of Education is promoting the campaign in high schools throughout the state to help raise awareness among new and soon-to-be drivers of the dangers of distracted driving.

According to New Jersey State Police statistics, distracted driving was to blame for more than a quarter of the fatal crashes that

occurred in New Jersey from 2015 through 2019, claiming the lives of 730 drivers, passengers, pedestrians, and bicyclists. During that same five-year period, more than half of all crashes in the state– both fatal and non-fatal – involved a distracted driver.

“The contest, like the campaign, is aimed at inspiring drivers to stay focused on what lies ahead – literally and figuratively - every time they get behind the wheel,” said Eric Heitmann, Director of the Division of Highway Traffic Safety. “Designing their own wheels will help drivers of all ages take stock of what matters most to them and encourage them to avoid risky behaviors– like driving distracted – that can bring a sudden and tragic end to those hopes and dreams.”

HTS will provide contestants with a steering wheel template (downloadable from the contest webpage) to design using crayons, paint, colored pencils, computer generated software, or any other medium they choose.

Deadline for contest submissions is December 1. There will be two winning steering wheel designs chosen from the following age groups: One winner for ages 15-21 One winner for ages 21 and over Winners will be announced in January 2022, and the winning wheels will be posted on the HTS’s Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram social media pages, along with the corresponding winner’s name and hometown.

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The focus is on women who have experienced emotional, physical, or sexual intimidation or abuse on the job.

The group, called Life in Waves, is meeting online twice a month via the Zoom App. The meeting is founded and facilitated by women who have experienced these challenges. A mental health professional with lived experience as a survivor of trauma is an advisor to the facilitators.

“Our area of South Jersey employs many women in occupations frequently associated with a higher risk for these experiences. Think about all the waitresses, housekeepers, massage therapists,

lifeguards, nurses and the many women working in the service industry,” said Bern Trendler, a wellness program manager. “This group provides a safe space to provide support and have an open discussion about topics like gender roles and power balances.”

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HalloweenFest To Scare Up Boardwalk Visitors

By Bob Vosseller SEASIDE HEIGHTS – Coming soon to a boardwalk near you, Halloween Fest!

Borough officials noted that the first Halloween event in quite a while will be held in late October and would feature scary holiday decorations as well some special guests.

The event will scare up visitors on October 22 from 4 to 10 p.m. and noon to 10 p.m. on October 23. It will take place on the “Boo-Walk” and in the Carousel Petrified Pavilion.

Visitors can check in with vendors on the Boardwalk as they creep over to the Monster Mash. Wandering mages will provide their magic. There will be plenty of creepy characters lurking about just waiting to spring out.

The “Petrified Pavilion” includes the Tunnel of Terror. Ecto 1, the famous vehicle from the Ghostbusters movie franchise, including the new “Ghostbusters Afterlife” set to be released in November, will also be there. Visitors will enjoy plenty of activities inside the Pavilion, such as scary face painting classes, caricatures, and photo opportunities with Ecto 1.

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Township Alerts Residents Of Recent Scams

JACKSON – The Township of Jackson has posted recent scams that residents need to watch out for: Phishing emails and text messages. They may look like they’re from a company you know or trust like a bank, a credit card company, a social networking site, an online payment website or app. They often tell a story to trick you into clicking on a link or opening an attachment.

If You Suspect a Scam: • If you receive an email or text message that you weren’t expecting and it asks you to provide personal information, don’t click on any links. Legitimate companies, will never ask for information about your account by email or text message.

• If you think the message might be real, contact the company using a phone number or website you know is legitimate. Never contact the information in the message.

• Report the phishing attack to the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov.

How to Protect Yourself: Add an extra layer of protection and set up security alerts to detect suspicious account activity. Alerts are sent via email, text*, or push notifications on your smartphone and your preferences can be adjusted at any time. Here are a few security alerts to activate: • Password Change • Address Change • Online Banking Email Address Change • Name Change • Phone Number Change •Invalid Log on Attempt • Successful Log on More information on current scams is available on the Federal Trade Commission website at consumer.ftc.gov/features/scam-alerts.

Hearse. Its driver and passengers just might surprise you.

Attendees can shop among vendors selling toys, comics and more. Popcorn, candy and food will be available for sale. There will also be a pumpkin patch to buy a pumpkin along with a decorating table.

Seaside Heights Mayor Anthony Vaz said he and the rest of the governing body were

very excited to see the community host this family-friendly event during the Halloween season. He said the borough will be continuing to bring further events to the town year long. “We have plans for a holiday event in December,” he told Jersey Shore Online. com recently.

Tickets for those 5 and up are $5 and must be purchased online; no tickets will

be sold on site. Tickets are time-specific as there is a capacity limit for the pavilion. A time must be pre-selected. Full details and ticket purchase information can be found at exit82.com/seaside-heights-halloween-fest/.

All proceeds from Halloween Fest will benefit two nonprofit organizations, the Seaside Heights Historical Museum and Resilient Minds On The Front Lines.

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H ere ’ s T o Y our H ealth Dr. Izzy’s Sound News Presented By: Isidore Kirsh, Ph.D., F.A.A.A. (N.J. Lic. #678)

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4 Tips For Helping A Loved One With Hearing Loss

If you’ve been treated for hearing loss, you know the difference it can make in your quality of life. So how can you pay it forward if someone you care about has hearing issues? We’ve got four tips you can use.

RECOGNIZE THE SIGNS Hearing loss prevalence continues to climb, with the World Health Organization estimating it will affect 10% of the population by 2050.

But not everyone with hearing difficulties is ready to admit it. Knowing some of the signs of hearing loss — loud TV volumes, trouble talking on the phone, frequent requests to repeat words, increased social isolation — can be the start of a life-changing conversation.

SHARE YOUR STORY Research indicates hearing aid wearers, on average, waited over a decade after a hearing loss diagnosis before getting their hearing technology. That’s a lot of time potentially missing out on the sounds of life — not to mention the physical, mental, social, and even financial consequences tied to untreated hearing loss. Sharing your better-hearing journey may inspire your loved one to kick-start their own.

LEND AN EAR Seeking hearing help

may be a lot easier with the support of family and friends. If your loved one is thinking about taking the path to better hearing, it can make a big difference when you: • Offer emotional support, patience, and encouragement • Serve as a sounding board for their hearing-health goals • Help them take note of their most challenging listening situations FLEX YOUR SKILLS Whether streaming from audio devices, connecting to hearing loops, interfacing with smarthome technology, or tracking brain health, today’s modern hearing devices are chock-full of beneficial functions. We love helping patients get the most from their hearing aids, but imparting your own tips, tricks, and favorite apps goes a long way too. Share your discoveries with a fun “tutorial.”

Do your New Year’s goals include better hearing? Whether your loved one needs a hearing evaluation or it’s been a while since your own checkup, our caring team can help. So, don’t wait. Call today to schedule your appointment. We can be reached at 732-818-3610 (Toms River/Whiting) or 609-978-8946 (Manahawkin) or visit our website at www.gardenstatehearing.com

His offices are in Toms River, Whiting, and Manahawkin. He can be reached at 732-276-1011 or via Web site at gardenstatehearing.com. Dr. Izzy & Staff gives Retirement Community Talks!

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

The Migraine And Cheese Connection

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. I love cheese and eat all kinds of it, but that’s because I am among the lucky ones who has no genetic problems processing it.

Today I’m going to talk a lot about cheese, just as one example to make the case against tyramine which causes headaches.

Cheese has tyramine in it, and that’s bad for people who are prone to headaches and migraines. Tyramine itself is called a “monoamine” compound which means it has just one “amine” group in its structure.

Do you know what breaks down monoamines when we produce them or eat them through cheese? A special oxidase enzyme that makes these otherwise powerful chemicals linger around too long and cause discomfort. In the tyramine case, as you can surmise, we need a “monamine oxidase” or MAO enzyme to break down all the Parmesan cheese in your fettuccine Alfredo. If you don’t have enough MAO, or you have a genetic propensity not to make enough of this specific enzyme, you will not be able to handle Parmesan and many other aged cheeses without soon getting a headache, high blood pressure or anxiety.

Researchers figured this out long ago in the 1950’s when they developed antidepressant medications called MAO inhibitors which obviously block MAO enzyme from doing its job and breaking down cheese. People who took the medicine experienced spikes in blood pressure, nausea, heart palpitations and/or headaches whenever they ate foods containing tyramine (like cheese).

No one is 100 percent sure why the tyramine triggers a migraine, but we have some ideas. We know that lowering tyramine in

your diet is a good thing if you are headache prone. Another way to say this is that cheese is a migrenade for some of you! That’s a term I use throughout my book entitled Headache Free, available on Amazon.

The umbrella categories of foods that can trigger tyramine-related problems include those that are cured, fermented, aged, curdled or soured. These are also the same foods that are highest in histamine by the way! Here I will list a handful of popular but problematic tyramine rich foods which you should avoid if you have MAO problems: • Cheese, all of them (especially aged ones - Brie, Bleu, Parmesan, Gorgonzola, Swiss) • Sauerkraut • Sourdough bread • Red Wine • Miso soup • Bean curd • Tofu and tempeh • Soy and Teriyaki sauce • Salami • Pickled herring • Tap beer So those who are prone to tyramine headaches are those who have slow (or down regulated) MAO enzymatic pathways.

For example, pregnant women, those with elevated estradiol and those with genetic hindrances in their MAO pathway. If you’d like to learn about helpful hacks for this condition, or simply read the longer version of my article, please sign up for my free newsletter at suzycohen.com. Also, there is a lot of information and a low-tyramine diet available at the website for the National Headache Foundation.

Valid through October 31

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

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Dear Joel

By Joel Markel

Dude, Where’s My Stuff?

Dear Joel, Why do some people take so long to return borrowed items? I’m always happy to share, but I needed a tool the other day, only to remember that it still hadn’t been returned. So, then I had to chase down my friend to get it back, and I wound up waiting another week for its return.

Answer: They say, “Neither a borrower or a lender be.” I don’t really agree with that, but I think you have a right to say I need this back by Friday. This way, if they’re late, you can gently remind them that they broke their promise and tell them

that their tardiness affected you negatively. Maybe they will learn an important lesson. If not, you can tell them no when they make their next request.

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New Egypt Vol Fire Co. Fried Oyster And Chicken Salad Dinner

NEW EGYPT – The New Egypt Vol Fire Co. will be holding their “all you can eat” Fried Oyster and Chicken Salad Dinner on November 7 from 12 to 4 p.m. at 59 Main Street, New Egypt.

Guests have the option to sit down or take out. Tickets are $29 and are for sale every Thursday night from 6 to 7 p.m. at firehouse or call 609-752-2484 with any questions.

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R.C. Shea & Assoc.

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By: Michael J. Deem, Esq. In 1998, the State of New Jersey passed t he Automobile I nsu r a nce Cost Reduction Act to reduce the cost of automobile insurance by reducing the benefits available to persons injured in automobile accidents. This means less coverage to pay for you or your family’s medical expenses regardless of fault and less rights to recovery of monetary damages from reckless drivers who cause collisions.

Protect yourself! Make sure you have purchased a Standard Policy and not a Basic policy. Make certain that you purchase your Standard Policy with no less than $250,000.000 in medical benefits. Most people who ele c t a lowe r a mou nt of me d ic a l expense benefits, only to save literally a few dollars, find themselves unable to afford necessary medical treatment because they have already exhausted their medical coverage.

Medical treatment is expensive and don’t let any automobile insurance company tell you otherwise. Think about it. If an automobile insurance company sells you $15,000.00 in medical expense benefits (as opposed to the standard $250,000.00) they may lose somewhere between $20.00 and $45.00 in premiums but they have just saved themselves from having to pay up to $250,000.00 in medical expense benefits god forbid you or a member of your family is/are injured in an automobile collision, regardless of fault.

Also, make sure you have purchased

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By electing the “No Limitation on Lawsuit Option” you are not limiting your right or your child’s right to receive monetary compensation in the event you or your child is/are injured in a motor vehicle collision. While the “No Limitation on Lawsuit Option” will slightly increase your premium than if you chose the “Limitation on Lawsuit Option” the limited premium increase is well worth the expense.

When you are discussing pricing of your premium for the “No Limitation on Lawsuit Option” versus the “Limitation on Lawsuit Option” demand that the insurance company provide you with the actual dollar amount that your premium will increase if you purchase the “No Limitation on Lawsuit Option” over the “Limitation on Lawsuit Option.” Do not settle on the typical explanation from your insurance company that one option may increase your premium by 120% or 220%. This is very misleading When you ask the insurance company what the actual dollar amount of a 220% premium increase amounts to you will probably be pleased to hear that it may only cost you $50.00 a month as it has for myself and my family.

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Check Out Exciting Shows This October At The Novins Planetarium

By Alyssa Riccardi TOMS RIVER – Explore the universe as never before with laser shows, sky shows and Full Dome Movies at The Robert J. Novins Planetarium at Ocean County College.

Wit h t he bu i ld i ng now op e n for in-person shows, OCC has released the schedule of presentations for October.

The dome theater offers 103 seats and allows visitors to learn about the earth, the solar system, and beyond.

Not only do they offer public shows, but the planetarium also has programs for school and camp groups, birthday parties, and special themed events.

During the month of October, check out the feature “Beyond The Sun” which

is scheduled for October 9, 23 and 30 at 11:15 a.m.

“While Celeste is fighting off sleep in her room by reading a book on astronomy, she receives an unexpected visit from Moon. Together, they enjoy a jou r ney t h roug h t he Un ive r se to discover what exoplanets are and how they can be detected. The twosome ob-

serves rogue planets, oceanic worlds, and super-Earths. Moon tells Celeste about exoplanet hunters, who observe the sky in search of planets like Earth.

Many adventures are yet to come. But first Celeste needs some rest, and she drops off to sleep waiting for the next visit from Moon.”

The planetarium will also feat ure spooky shows such as “Not-So-Scary Halloween Laser Show” and “Laser Fright Light.”

The full schedule of shows is as follows: October 16: 10 a.m., One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure 11:15 a.m., Did An Asteroid Really Kill The Dinosaurs?

12:30 p.m., The Stars From My Backyard 2 p.m., One Day On Mars 7 p.m., Wonders Of The Fall Sky 8:30 p.m., Laser Tribute October 22: 7 p.m., Laser Fright Light 8:30 p.m., Laser Metallica October 23: 10 a.m., One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure 11:15 a.m., Beyond The Sun 12:30 p.m., The Stars From My Backyard 2 p.m., Not-So-Scary Halloween Laser Show 7 p.m., Wonders Of The Fall Sky 8:30 p.m., Laser Fright Light October 29: 7 p.m., Not-So-Scary Halloween Laser Show 8:30 p.m., Laser Fright Light October 30: 10 a.m., One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure 11:15 a.m., Beyond The Sun 12:30 p.m., The Stars From My Backyard + Special Laser Show 2 p.m., Not-So-Scary Halloween Laser Show Visit tickets.ocean.edu for more information or to purchase tickets. Questions may be directed to Planetarium Manager Cara Muscio at 732-255-0400 x2388 or cmuscio@ocean.edu.

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Fun & Games

Sudoku

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Across 1 Epithet 6 Econ. indicators 10 Sp. title 14 Loud item in a closet 16 Easily manipulated type 17 Study buddies, often 18 Natl. law group whose “M” is largely obsolete 19 Picnic serving 20 Prandial pokers 21 Cool veggies?

22 CafŽ de __: Mexican drink brewed in a pot 23 Arduous tasks 25 Like some premium services 28 Scrapped 31 On the offensive, legally 32 It’s not a side road

33 Skin lotion brand 34 Stopping at a KOA, say 35 Fall place 36 Doubts 38 Some shared rides 39 Excites 40 Fictitious 18th-century autobiographer 41 Mighty Dump Truck maker 42 Hold-up group?

43 Like some milk, alas 45 Watch with a webcam, perhaps 47 Impromptu speech fillers 50 Italy’s Lake __ 51 “How many licks does it take ... ?” treat 53 Jackie’s designer 54 Overwhelms 55 Lean and muscular 56 Capital on a fjord 57 Up one day, down the next

Down 1 Spike 2 Rag __ Bolognese 3 Leaner alternative to pork 4 “What?” utterances 5 Anchor’s responsibility 6 Akufo-Addo’s land 7 Marquee evening 8 Continuous newsroom operations 9 Familiar gp. of 50 10 Facetious metaphor for a difficult situation 11 Mountain dangers 12 Big volume 13 They didn’t stop Hannibal 15 Alfred E. Neuman feature 21 Bop on the bean 22 Aptly named jazz work co-written by Charlie “Bird” Parker 24 When repeated, acclaimed Chinese

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Parade:

Continued From Page 1 to buy zeppole at $5 for 6 or 13 for $10 and the temptation of a fresh cannoli was equally hard to resist. It was supposed to be a three-day weekend event but it was only Friday and Saturday.

For children there were pony rides and inflatable games and you could find some T-shirts, sweat shirts and hoodies proclaiming Italian pride at more than one vendor table.

The event, which is an Ocean County fall favorite, was canceled last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Last year a small ceremony was held on the borough

boardwalk that included some speeches and some entertainment.

Ocean County Columbus Day Parade Chairman Michael Blandina told Jersey Shore Online.com that he was glad that the parade and festival were back this year.

The pandemic still had an impact on what the parade committee could do this year and it was still a challenge to raise the $25,000-$30,000 needed to put the event on. “A lot of people don’t realize just how much is needed to make this happen,” Blandina said.

He noted that due to the pandemic, some of the high school bands that normally take part in the parade could not come

due to COVID restrictions.

“We lost some vendors (for the Heritage Festival) but on the bright side we were able to get some new vendors so next year we will be in a very good place with adding the new vendors and bringing back the old vendors,” Blandina added.

A fixture of the parade and Heritage for many years is the bringing of a folkloric band from a region of Italy to share a unique ethnic flavor. That could not happen this year due to the pandemic conditions but Blandina said the parade committee hopes to see that return next year.

The parade chairman added that while the parade committee has “a hard-core membership of 20 people,” during the

weekend the event swells to 150 helpers.

“We are always looking for more members, volunteers and sponsors,” Blandina said.

Joanie Muzer-Bartalis of Florida said was visiting her friend Camille Thomas of Toms River in 2019, and while enjoying the conclusion of the parade, spotted someone planning to discard two Columbus Day costumes. She was quick to rescue them from being trashed and found them to be in great condition.

Muzer-Bartalis was planning to return last Sunday for this year’s parade, wearing one of them, and was disappointed that the parade got rained out. She is planning to be at this weekend’s parade and enjoy a sausage and peppers sandwich.

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Around The Jersey Shore Rules For Voting In Ocean County This Year

By Chris Lundy OCEAN COUNTY – Local officials are publicizing some of the regulations on how to vote by mail or in person during this year’s election. This is all still very new to residents and they want to make sure everyone is on the same page.

On Election Day You can still vote at your polling place on election day. Polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. on November 2. If you don’t know where your polling place is, you can look it up at Vote.NJ.Gov on the Polling Locations page.

Keep in mind that you can not bring vote-by-mail ballots to your polling place.

Early Voting You can vote in person at a voting machine during the nine days before Election Day. That way you can vote when it’s most convenient for you.

Tuesday, October 26 is the last day for the County Clerk to receive an application to vote early in person.

This is a new option. You don’t have to bring it to your polling place. Instead, you can bring it to any polling place in the county that is designated as an early voting location. That list is also at Vote.

NJ.Gov. These early voting locations will be open Saturday, October 23 through Sunday, October 31. The hours will be 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 10 a.m.-6 p.m. on Sunday.

The early locations are: Berkeley: Library at 30 Station Road in Bayville Brick: Library at 301 Chambersbridge Road Jackson: Library at 2 Jackson Drive Lacey: Lacey Community Center, Room C, 15 E. Lacey Road Lakewood: Municipal Building Courtroom, 231 3rd Street

Lavallette: Library at 112 Jersey City Avenue Little Egg Harbor: Library at 290 Mathistown Road Manahawkin: Southern Resource Center Nutrition Hall, 179 S. Main Street Manchester: Library at 21 Colonial Drive Toms River: Library at 101 Washington Street Mail-In Voting If you are registered to vote, you can apply for a vote-by-mail ballot. You can do this either by contacting the county clerk or by visiting Vote.NJ.Gov. Tuesday, October 26 is the last day for the County Clerk to receive a Vote by Mail Ballot Application via mail.

Your ballot must be postmarked by 8 p.m. on November 2 and be received by your county’s Board of Elections on or before November 8.

You can also drop off your vote-by-mail ballot in person to the Board of Elections office by 8 p.m. on November 2. This information is found at Vote.NJ.Gov. You can not bring your vote-by-mail ballot to your polling place on election day.

You can drop it off in a secure ballot drop box by 8 p.m. on November 2. The drop boxes are located at: Barnegat Library: 112 Burr Street Beachwood Library: 126 Beachwood Boulevard Berkeley Library: 30 Station Road Brick Municipal Building: 401 Chambersbridge Road Jackson Library: 2 Jackson Drive Lacey Library: 10 E. Lacey Road Lakewood’s Northern Resource Center: 225 4th Street Lavallette Library: 112 Jersey City Avenue Little Egg Harbor Library: 290 Mathistown Road Long Beach Island Library: 217 S. Central Avenue Manahawkin’s Southern Resource Center: 179 South Main Street Manchester Library: 21 Colonial Drive Ocean County Parking Garage: 3rd Floor, Madison Avenue PIC, Inc. of Ocean County: 1959 Route 9 Plumsted Library: 119 Evergreen Road Point Pleasant Borough Library: 834 Beaver Dam Road Toms River Library: 101 Washington Street Waretown Library: 112 Main Street Whiting Reading Center: 400 Lacey Road, Suite 5 For more information, visit the Ocean County Clerk’s site: oceancountyclerk. com/frmElectionServices?page=primary

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Around The Jersey Shore Women’s March Rallies for Reproductive Rights

By Stephanie Faughnan TOMS RIVER – Nearly 200 people flooded Huddy Park as part of the nationwide Women’s March to stand up for abortion access.

The mixed crowd of men, women, and children lined the curb of the park’s entrance on East Water Street while numerous passing motorists blared their horns in support.

Lynda Fote, president of the Ocean County Chapter of the National Organization for Women (NOW), addressed the gathering and stated that she takes the attack on women’s reproductive rights quite personally. She graduated from high school in 1964 and college in 1968.

“I spent my adolescence and my young adulthood when birth control was not easily available, particularly if you were young, single, and broke,” shared Fote. “What Roe v. Wade said to us was even if you never contemplate having an abortion, you have the right to control your own body.”

Fote said the court ruling gave women of her generation a new lease on life in showing them respect and providing them with options. However, Fote emphasized that recent changes to abortion laws in Texas and Mississippi suggest the need to look for legislative solutions from elected officials rather than appointed ones.

“Two weeks ago, the United States Congress passed the Women’s Health Protection Act of 2021,” Fote said. “It now goes to the Senate, where

the chances of its passing are somewhere between slim and absolutely none.”

New Jersey legislators introduced the “Reproductive Freedom Act” a year ago, which Fote believed would make the state the bellwether for the rest of the country.

“It will guarantee every woman access to birth control, access to prenatal care, and if she needs it, access to an abortion,” summarized Fote. “And what insurance you have, and how much money you have, will not put a roadblock in the way.”

According to Fote, neither State Senate President Steve Sweeney nor Assembly President Craig Coughlin has pushed the bills forward to the Health Committee. She accused both Democrat leaders of getting a free ride as far as securing votes.

“They say they will protect women’s rights because as long as Roe was in action, and the New Jersey courts were supportive, they didn’t have to say the word ‘abortion,’” Fote said. “Those days are gone, and it’s time for them to step up and do their job.”

Women of all ages joined the Saturday afternoon protest, many accompanied by their daughters, sons, and husbands. The protesters carried signs with a variety of messages, ranging from coat hanger graphics to calling for men to have vasectomies.

Kyle Seiberd, 32, who teaches science in the Toms River school district, was at the demonstration with

his mother, Karen Mark. The two wore shirts that read “Girls Just Wanna Do Science” and stressed the importance of women’s rights in general.

Mark, 52, said she moved from the Midwest, where she found women’s rights and their voices remained suppressed. She expressed her gratitude that things seemed different on the east coast, a sentiment her son did not want to see jeopardized.

“I would hate to see a trend where women continue to flow backward rather than forward,” said Seiberd. “I would hope that we would give women and girls like my students more opportunities rather than less opportunities – whether it is professionally or whether it is with their bodies.”

At least two sets of moms attended the rally with young school-aged daughters. Lily Graham, 12, from Forked River, accompanied her stepmother Monique Graham and shared her views.

“I think women should have their own choices,” Lily said. “It should be about their bodies and everything they do for themselves.”

Ten-year-old Emma Arancibia of Beachwood attended the rally with her mother, Kate. Emma held a sign that read “So Bad Even Introverts are Here,” which didn’t stop her from expressing her feelings.

Saying that she learned about reproductive rights at home, Emma found flaws with the concept of interfering with them. Kate added to her daughter’s comments by referring to abortion access was an important part of healthcare.

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“Banning it (abortion) would first hurt rape victims,” Emma shared. “There are also people who are not financially ready for it (to carry out a pregnancy).”

Larry and Patty Bernson, a couple from Long Beach Island, came to the rally together to show their solidarity for women’s reproductive rights.

Larry attended women’s rights marches with his mother before he even met his wife.

“We can’t go back,” said Patty. “I’m of an age when I remember how things used to be. A woman needs to be able to make her own choices.”

“I think what happened in Texas will probably happen elsewhere before New Jersey,” Patty continued. “But I think everybody’s at risk.”

Among the other speakers at the Saturday event was Emma Mammano, Democrat candidate for State Senate in New Jersey’s Legislative District 10. She has received an endorsement from an organization that identifies with the hashtag #VoteProChoice. Kathryn Morbit spoke on behalf of a group that calls itself New Jersey Indivisible for the Third Congressional District, which continues to support Congressman Andy Kim. Other Democrat candidates also attended the rally.

Although no counter-protesters appeared at the Toms River Women’s March, a young woman walked through the crowd and shouted out to them.

“Stuck in the matrix,” screamed the woman, as she raced away. “Murder’s not legal.”

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Photo Of The Week

–Photo by Debbie Gentile These two ducks were seen hanging out and taking in the sunshine at Gilford Park in Toms River Township.

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.

Create Your Own Walking Stick

TOMS RIVER – Hiking season is here, and what better way to kick it off than to make your very own personalized walking stick?

Join the Ocean County Parks & Recreation for an afternoon with Brad Koller, who will teach us how to handcraft a beautiful walking stick. Wood, tools, gloves, and aprons will be pro­vided and sanitized. Please wear a mask.

The event will take place on October 30 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Cooper Environmental

Center at Cattus Island County Park.

Bring exact cash or check payable to instructor Brad Koller for $30. Event open for ages 11 and up. Children age 11 to 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Dress for the weather. FEE: $5 per person registration fee.

Link to the Registration Form: bit.ly/39dKVn7.

For more information, visit oceancountyparks.org or call Ocean County Parks at 732-506-9090.

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PROFESSIONAL PROFILE You’ll Never Be Left High And Dry As Long As Dr. Choxi is By Your Side

By Michael Vandenberg “There’s always some kind of suppor t available,” for patients struggling with pain, Dr. Sarah Choxi told me in a recent discussion. If you, like many of Garden State Medical Center’s new patients, have been told by other doctors that nothing could be done to alleviate your suffering, it’s time to think again. When you combine the vast treatment options available at GSMC with Dr. Choxi and the rest of their pain management specialists (including founder Dr. Dharam Mann), that negativity simply doesn’t stand a chance.

After all, her interest in helping people has driven her throughout her education and career.

She decided to specialize in anesthesiology and interventional pain management because she saw how much those fields could change lives.

“It was a way to help patients improve quality of life,” said Dr. Choxi. “It can be really difficult for people when they have pain to go through their normal day by day activities. So it was really impor tant to me as a medical student, later on as a resident, and now as an attending to be able to restore their function and have very independent lives.” People who have conditions that can’t be solved or are difficult to solve deserve the ability to be happy and painfree.

Formerly at the Universit y of Chicago, Dr. Choxi was drawn to GSMC’s same focus, as well as the innovative tools it has to make it happen. “It’s a very multi-dimensional perspective on man-

aging pain,” she said.

Their solutions include medication manage ment, injections, spinal cord stimulators, and countless others that have been proven safe and effective. Oftentimes a combination of techniques works best. “Patients aren’t cookie cutter.

They’re very unique and individual. So I think you need to have a plan in place that caters to their specific needs.”

Garden State Medical Center has always been on the cutting edge, so it’s only natural for them to have so much under their umbrella. If Dr. Choxi thinks you need to see a rheumatologist, don’t start looking at next month’s calendar; you can see one of her rheumatologist colleagues in-house in a matter of days. She’ll probably even share her notes with them on their stateof-the-art electronic database, which will also help you to stay informed about your own care.

Being in-the-know about the options available to you is an important part of the culture at GSMC. Dr. Choxi remembers one patient in particular who was desperate for answers. She had heel surgery and, although When she saw the pa- granted. Recently she it had physically healed, tient, she told her, “No went to a flea market with she was still feeling a matter what, we’ll fig- her husband and could ton of pain. Unfortunately, ure this out together.” Dr. actually just walk around the surgeon had been Choxi gave her options: for a couple hours and enjoy herself. Previously, dismissive, telling her five to be exact.

The patient decided anything longer than ten that there was no reason to go with minutes used to be una n i n j e c - bearable. “I’m finally able tion called to just enjoy the weather a s y m p a - outside,” the patient told thetic nerve her. “I’m so glad that you block, and could give me options j u s t l i k e and I know that I can t h a t s h e trust you.”

Trust in a doctor gives for her to be feeling dis- achieved 90 percent recomfort. “She felt a little lief. It was a life-changing patients the courage to pushed around by him difference, giving her pursue the treatment and sort of just pushed the ability to experience they feel most comfortout the door,” Dr. Choxi basic joys again in ways able with. Luckily, after remembered her saying. lots of people take for Dr. Choxi gives you the

most effective and safest options, she’s happy let you make the ultimate choice. Unfamiliar with how some of these methods work? She’ll happily go over everything with you at length and answer any questions. In addition, GSMC has models in every room to help patients visualize what doctors are describing. There are even televisions in all the offices with videos that give patients a full rundown of procedures and illustrations on how they’re performed.

It ’s all bec ause Dr. Choxi’s patients “know

that they ’re going to get the care they deserve”. To get started, call 1-888-376-2661 today to schedule an appointment, or feel free to visit gsmedicalcenter. org to learn more on the procedures Garden State Medical Center provides. Dr. Choxi currently practices at 780 Route 37 West, Suite 110 and 1314 Hooper Avenue, Building B, Suite 101 in Toms River; 1100 Route 70, Entrance A in Whiting; 1608 Route 88, Suite 102 in Brick; and 100 Route 36, Suite #1K in West Long Branch.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of OCT 16 - OCT 22

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Your networking efforts can result in golden opportunities during the week ahead. You may feel pressured to spend money or adapt to new technologies. Friends and reliable advisers may help you make wise decisions.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Clear planning may help you to direct your energies in the right direction in the week to come. An issue about joint finances or possessions may be confusing.

All the wrinkles should be able to be ironed out.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): This can be an excellent week to make promises and commitments because other people should want to cooperate. Your judgment and astute observations might help you make a favorable impression on others.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You may enjoy having your possessions in the week to come, but you are also likely willing to share your material blessings. This is a great week to make a favorable impression on new friends or to participate in group activities.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Your ability to communicate with loved ones may improve as this week unfolds. Other people might be glad to hear your advice due to your charitable attitudes. This is probably a good week to use your influence to ask for favors.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Let your friendliness shine brightly. If you prove yourself to be an eager participant in interactive activities, you could impress even the most rational thinkers. Make realistic family decisions in the week ahead.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Your initiative and enthusiasm can give you an advantage.

In a few days your good judgment should be obvious. When you see an opportunity to improve your situation in the week ahead you may want to accept it.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): This is a great week to concentrate on forming enduring relationships and improving existing alliances. It might be easier than usual to discuss joint plans or to easily execute them without rocking the boat.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Your efforts to make your dreams a reality could confuse family members. To avoid scattering your energies like confetti, wait until the middle of the week, when you possibly have better judgment, to make major decisions.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): In the week ahead strive to achieve a balance between doing what is right and doing whatever is necessary to succeed. Your material ambitions could be put on hold when you see an opportunity to be helpful.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Concentrate on achieving clarity by taking time to tune in in the week to come. You may bump into people who may seem unpredictable or controlling but can probably find common ground and arrive at a satisfactory compromise.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You may be at your best in the upcoming week when you can interact with friends and are welcomed as a member of a group. Your people skills can be in top form but an attempt at a new romance could fall short of the mark.

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SUGAR AND SPICE MAKE THIS PUMPKIN BREAD EXTRA NICE

By America’s Test Kitchen

PUMPKIN BREAD WITH CHOCOLATE CHIPS Serves 10

Vegetable oil spray 1 1/4 cups (6 1/4 ounces) all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 2 large eggs 2 tablespoons (1 ounce) milk 3/4 cup canned unsweetened pumpkin puree 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/2 cup (3 1/2 ounces) sugar 1/2 cup packed (3 1/2 ounces) light brown sugar 1/2 cup vegetable oil 3/4 cup (4 1/2 ounces) chocolate chips 1. Adjust oven rack to the middle position and heat oven to 350 degrees. Spray inside bottom and sides of an 8 1/2 by 4 1/2-inch metal loaf pan with vegetable oil spray.

2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder and baking soda. In a small bowl, whisk together eggs and milk.

3. In a large saucepan, combine pumpkin puree, cinnamon, salt and nutmeg. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly with rubber spatula, until mixture just begins to bubble, 4 to 6 minutes.

4. Remove from heat. Add sugar, brown sugar and oil to pumpkin mixture and whisk until combined. Let mixture cool for 10 minutes.

Whisk again until mixture is very smooth.

5. Add egg mixture to pumpkin mixture and whisk to combine. Add flour mixture and use a rubber spatula to stir until just combined and no dry flour is visible. Stir chocolate chips into batter. Do not overmix. Scrape batter into the greased loaf pan and smooth the top.

6. Place loaf pan in the oven. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center of the pumpkin bread comes out clean, 50 minutes to 1 hour. Place the loaf pan on a cooling rack and let pumpkin bread cool in the pan for 15 minutes.

7. Remove pumpkin bread from pan. Let pumpkin bread cool on the cooling rack for at least 1 hour.

Transfer to a cutting board, slice and serve.

(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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