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─Photos By Bob Vosseller (Top) These two young ladies enjoy a ride on a float during the 82nd Annual Halloween Parade in Toms River. (Bottom) The Pirates of Cub Scout Pack 62 assemble before sailing down Main Street for this year’s Toms River Halloween Parade.

By Bob Vosseller TOMS RIVER – Thousands flocked to watch - or be in - this year’s 82nd Annual Halloween Parade that haunted the downtown area.

According to Toms River folklore, the first parade was held on October 31, 1919, sponsored by Toms River Fire Company No. 1.

This year’s parade

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which returned after a year’s absence due to the pandemic, kicked off with two police motorcycles followed by an Ocean County Sheriff’s Office vehicle and Toms

River Mayor Maurice “Mo” Hill and Police Chief Mitchell A. Little.

The traditions of this parade go far beyond the marchers, f loats, (Parade - See Page 4)

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Incumbents Retain Board Of Education Seats

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – In a year where there was a lot of chaos, the incumbents for the Board of Education will continue to steer the ship.

The regional school district includes Toms River, South Toms River, Pine Beach and Beachwood.

In Toms River, there

were seven candidates running for two seats on the Board. School elections are supposedly nonpartisan, so you won’t see an R or D after anyone’s name. Candidates are allowed to have a short phrase after their name instead.

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were running under the slogan “Leadership Experience Values.” Lynn O’Toole and George Lobman’s slogan was “Voice For Change.” Incumbent Jennifer Howe’s slogan was “Students Strength Service.” Anthony Melisi’s slogan was “Accountability for Kids.” Rachel Remelga-

Schools Receive $7.6M In Emergency Funding

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – The regional school district will be receiving $7.6 million in the form of stabilization aid to help the 2022-2023 budget.

This money will save staff jobs, officials said. By way of comparison, the district was forced to eliminate 40 positions entering the 2021-2022 school year, and noted that there could have been more without pandemic relief funding.

In total, the district applied for $7,641,573 in its application to the New Jersey Department of Education, which was approved via a board resolution at the Sept. 15 board meeting.

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do’s slogan was “For the Kids.”

Board of Education President Nardini received 6,994 votes and board member Howe received 7,421 votes. They will continue to keep their seats.

Remelgado received 6,854 votes. Melisi received 3,136 votes.

O’Toole received 4,905 votes. Lobman received 3,278 votes. Ellis received 5,065 votes.

Additionally, Michelle Williams, a board member who ran for council, lost her campaign. That means she will remain on the board.

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Republicans Sweep Toms River Council

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – The entire governing body will be Republican in 2022 – although they might not all be on the same side.

The make-up of the governing body is currently five Republicans and two Democrats with a Republican mayor. Republicans have had a majority for many years. Council seats are four years.

During the primary election, two slates of Republicans fought it out. Justin Lamb and Daniel Rodrick were on the same slate; they won the chance to represent the GOP in Wards 1 and 2.

James Quinlisk and David Ciccozzi were on another slate; they won the chance to represent the GOP in Wards 3 and 4. Now, all four of them will be on the dais together.

In Ward 1, attorney and Lavallette police officer Justin Lamb, a Republican, received 5,753 votes and Board of Education member Michele Williams, a Democrat, received 2,154 votes.

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Parade:

Continued From Page 1 bands, and various groups that come crawling down the parade route. Another tradition is the early placing of lawn chairs to watch the event along Washington and Main streets, as well as dressing in costume to watch.

This year, unlike most, the parade was held a day prior to Halloween itself. It was held on October 30 because when the event originated, an agreement was made between the fire company and local clergy that the parade would not be held on a Sunday despite it taking place hours after any church services.

The other factor that played a bit of havoc for the parade’s organizers and attendees/ participants. As one mom of a Toms River High School North band member remarked, “the weather didn’t seem to know what it wanted to do.” The day fluctuated from overcast skies, to some sprinkles of rain to blue sky and sunshine. Around 5 p.m. the sun came out and it signaled perfect weather for the parade which kicked off at 7 p.m.

The parade route also offered up some refreshments from different businesses and organizations such as the Wellspring church which once again gave out free water and other beverages and Campbell’s Funeral Home who provided candy, cinnamon donuts and apple cider.

People began lining up hours before the parade began. For Cameron Rodelli, Tinton Falls, Giana Bertele, Toms River and Sophia Stanziale, from Hazlet, all 7 years old, it was

a chance to dress up in costume with family members.

Lisa Bertele of Toms River said this was her first year to watch the parade. “I moved here. This is very exciting.”

Leigh Ann Neff of Brick dressed as a social media butterfly as she joined 11-year-old Gracie Hansen, of Point Pleasant. The two were waiting for the parade to start so they could see Neff’s husband Chris who was driving a vehicle in the parade with some local royalty onboard. “He is driving the queen of parades, Miss Liberty (also known as Sondra Fortunato).”

Miss Liberty is a staple figure in the parade and this year was no exception as she joined her pint-sized counterpart from last year who dressed as her and even imitated her iconic vehicle.

That vehicle was stolen in Atlantic County earlier this fall but thankfully was recovered by authorities.

“This is my first Toms River (Halloween) parade. The last Halloween parade we went to was in Point Pleasant in 2019,” Neff said.

“I wanted to be this for a couple of years because I am a social butterfly,” she added.

Gracie said she wasn’t sure what she wanted to be “but I found this witch hat and improvised it with stuff I had.” The witch hat featured a few black feathers.

Traveling further up Washington Street were members of the Coar family who recently moved to Island Heights from Asbury Park and the Lenz family. Fiona Coar, 5 and her 2-year-old brother John were in costume but were already having fun playing with a

pile of leaves on the side walk. They were joined by 2-year-old Jade Lenz of Bayville.

“I was in the parade when I was in high school and now, I’m coming with my kid, “Stacie Lenz said.

Searching for a spot for to sit, members of the Bonfanti and Sanguinetti families of Lacey found a corner on Main Street that was just perfect. They were also in costume and ready for fun.

“This isn’t a tradition but when we heard it was on Saturday (the day before Halloween) this year we decided we’d come out because usually we trick or treat on Halloween,” Dorothie Bonfanti said.

There were a wide variety of decorative floats - some created by businesses, others by organizations. Cub Scout Pack 62 was shivering their timbers and ready to sail down the street as pirates this year. They had a pirate ship float that drew a lot of attention during the parade.

It wasn’t just children and adults who were

dressed up for Halloween. Mork was among the many costumed dogs who were in the parade. Mork was a police officer, and his owner Mindy Feldman and Bernadette Javick of Ocean Gate were dressed as prisoners.

Other notable entries in the parade were a mobile Pac Man arcade game that was pulled along the parade route, the Toms River High School North Band whose faces were painted as zombies and one woman was apparently dressed as a pregnant woman whose child couldn’t wait to burst out of her belly - baby arms adorned her shirt.

The event, which is the second largest Halloween parade in the country, invites some creative costumes and this year was no exception. There was also no lack of some more traditional horror movie characters of the season such as Ghostface from Scream, Michael Myers from Halloween and Jason Voorhees from Friday the 13th. It did start to rain a bit during the parade but most spectators and participants ignored it and kept on enjoying the parade.

─Photo By Bob Vosseller Members of two Forked River families enjoy some fun as they find a spot during this year’s Toms River Halloween Parade, an event that they normally don’t get to attend.

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Funding:

Continued From Page 1 and extremely grateful for Governor Murphy’s announcement that our requested $7.6 million in stabilization aid will be provided,” said interim Superintendent Stephen Genco. “On behalf of our students and staff, I thank our board members and community supporters who spent time and effort behind the scenes to fight for our district and for Toms River; our team here who thoroughly and successfully developed our comprehensive application for stabilization aid; and of course Governor Murphy, who has heard our collective voice and who has responded. This is indeed wonderful and welcome news.”

Business Administrator William Doering led the development of the district’s application for the stabilization aid.

“We’re undoubtedly most appreciative of this funding,” said Doering. “It will help immensely in terms of addressing our current fiscal situation as the state continues to review the school aid formula and we work toward having a formula that provides adequate and sustained funding for all school districts.”

The district has been struggling in response to State Senate bill S-2. S-2 was first proposed by Senate President Stephen Sweeney in 2017 and then signed into law

by Governor Phil Murphy in 2018. The bill cuts “adjustment aid” to school districts that the state has deemed to be overfunded due to losing enrollment, including Toms

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Toms River school officials had said that before the cut, aid had remained stagnant for years, so they were already receiving less than they needed. Additionally, at the end of the seven years, the aid will remain at the new lower level for the foreseeable future.

Toms River isn’t alone in this struggle.

There have been several towns locally that have banded together, calling themselves SOS – Support Our Students. They have also sued to reveal the funding formula that the state used to determine how aid is doled out, but the state has said this is proprietary.

School officials also credited Board of Education member Jennifer Howe, who works on the budget and finance committee, board of education members, Toms River Councilman Terrance Turnbach, and others who provided testimony to Trenton about how critical the funding is for the district and the greater Toms River community.

“A lot of hard work from a lot of dedicated people who truly care about this district helped make this happen,” said Board President Joseph Nardini. “Now we can move forward, albeit temporarily, with some fiscal certainty and peace of mind, and for that I thank Governor Murphy.”

“This is,” Nardini added, “the first piece of good news we’ve received since we started this funding fight years ago. But it’s a biggie.”

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Council:

Continued From Page 1 “Property taxes are out of control in Toms River, and the taxpayers of Ward 1 especially feel it. Reckless runaway spending is to blame and I intend to expose the waste and vote NO to any proposed spending that increases taxes,” Lamb said prior to the election.

In Ward 2, Republican incumbent Councilman Daniel Rodrick, a teacher, received 6,069 votes and Democrat Jeff J. Horn, an attorney, received 2,665 votes.

“Residents are not interested in seeing any more development, residential or commercial,” Rodrick had said. “We have enough empty storefronts around town, and there have been over 3,000 new units of housing built in the last five years. Residents are fed up with overdevelopment and so am I. I have consistently voted against more development and will continue to oppose the special deals that have enabled an explosion in high-density, residential housing.”

In Ward 3, Republican James J. Quinlisk, a business owner, received 4,099 votes and Democrat Karin Sage, an attorney, received 2,002 votes.

“Allowing business to open and thrive in a

community of about 100,000 is good for the businesses and good for the residents of our great town,” Quinlisk said. “Our population has grown by about 10% in the last decade and as a community we need places to shop, places to dine, and places for recreation. We also need places to work. Making it possible for new business to open here and our existing businesses the ability to grow, will increase the tax revenue to the town without raising property taxes for our home owners.”

In Ward 4, Republican David J. Ciccozzi, a planning board member who works in property management, received 3,976 votes. Democrat incumbent Councilman Terrance Turnbach, an attorney, received 2,905 votes.

“One of the best ways we can promote commercial development in Toms River is to ensure we keep our taxes in check, making us a more desirable location to own a business,” Ciccozzi said. “That’ll be my focus from day one. Additionally, no one moved to Toms River for dense housing, but rather for single-family homes and small-town feel. We should seek to preserve the character of our community, rather than reshape it with over overdevelopment.”

The vote totals are unofficial results until the county clerk certifies them at a later date.

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Continued From Page 1 South Toms River on the Toms River Board of Education was won by incumbent Anna Polozzo. Her slogan was “Children First.”

She received 311 votes, besting Mary Guarin, who received 228 votes.

The vote totals are unofficial results until the county clerk certifies them at a later date.

The race was characterized by a flurry of incendiary mailers, questionable social media “facts,” and accusations.

The most significant issue facing the district is arguably school funding, but this was not present in much of the back and forth. The need for a permanent superintendent surfaced often, as that has become a political football this year.

Instead, much of the debate centered around issues that board members have no control over, such as Critical Race Theory, mask mandates, nonbinary inclusion practices, and busing to religious private schools. All of those issues are governed by the state, and the district could face legal or financial repercussions for breaking those rules.

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Kim Bill Would Help Homeowners Recovering From Superstorm Sandy From The Desk Of

Congressman Andy Kim WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Andy Kim (NJ-03) and Chairman Frank Pallone (NJ-06) introduced the Security After Sandy Act, a bill that would forgive debt owed to the federal government by homeowners recovering from Superstorm Sandy.

“New Jersey is still recovering from two crises: the impact of COVID-19 on our state and the lingering effects of Superstorm Sandy,” said Congressman Kim. “I’m proud to have fought for and won more than $12 million dollars in total loan forgiveness for several Ocean County towns and schools, and I

won’t stop fighting until every single homeowner in my district has the financial relief they need as well. I want to thank Chairman Pallone and our local officials throughout Ocean County who have all come together to craft this important bill. I know together, we’ll fight to give all our neighbors the relief they need.” “(During the 9th anniversary of Superstorm Sandy), our fight remains as strong as ever for New Jersey’s families who are still working to recover from the storm’s devastation. Our communities and residents faced extraordinary financial strain because of this storm. The Security After Sandy Act will provide relief for families and New Jersey communities still working to recover from this disaster,” said Congressman Pallone. “I want to thank Congressman Kim and Senator Menendez for

their continued leadership on this critical piece of legislation.”

The Security After Sandy Act contains two key provisions. First, it provides direct relief to communities by forgiving all Community Disaster Loans (CDLs) from January 1, 2006 to January 1, 2021, which includes all Superstorm Sandy loans. The CDL program supports local governments grappling with significant tax and other major revenue losses after major disasters, but repaying these loans became an additional challenge for local governments struggling with reduced revenue as a result of COVID-19. Through the efforts of Congressman Kim and the New Jersey delegation, this portion of the bill was passed into law earlier this year, including forgiveness of $25.9 million for local governments in New Jersey.

The second key provision of the bill helps New Jersey homeowners forced to

pay back aid that was disbursed in the aftermath of Superstorm Sandy by stopping any further recoupment efforts for debt owed to the federal government in relation to Superstorm Sandy or any other major declared disasters between 2006 and 2021. These recoupment efforts, also known as “clawbacks,” have blindsided many, because it was under the federal government’s own recommendation that many New Jersey residents applied for loans and benefits offered by various federal programs without clear guidance on repayment terms and contingencies.

The bill is cosponsored by Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman (NJ-12), Congressman Jeff Van Drew (NJ-02), Congressman Donald Payne, Jr. (NJ-10), Congressman Tom Malinowski (NJ-07), and Congressman Albio Sires (NJ-08).

Senator Bob Menendez (D-NJ) previously led companion legislation in the Senate.

White House Conference On Food, Nutrition, Hunger And Health To Convene Capitol Comments Senator Cory Booker

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senators Cory Booker (D-NJ) and Mike Braun (R-IN) and U.S. Representatives James P. McGovern (D-MA) and Jackie Walorski (R-IN) introduced a bipartisan, bicameral bill that would convene a second national White House conference on food, nutrition, hunger, and health. The first such conference occurred just over 50 years ago, culminating in the creation and expansion of programs such as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC), and the National School Breakfast and Lunch Program.

The proposed second conference would take a whole-of-government approach to ending hunger and combatting nutrition insecurity in America, featuring diverse voices and those with lived experience.

The conference would also explore weaknesses within the current food system, highlighting the fragility created by hyper-consolidation that has led to fewer choices for consumers and economic insecurity for farmers, ranchers, and rural communities, many of which are now considered food deserts.

“Fifty years ago, our nation convened a conference to address the widespread hunger crisis in America, leading to the creation and expansion of programs such as WIC and the National School Breakfast and Lunch Program,” said Sen. Booker. “Despite the progress made, America is grappling with a hunger crisis and now faces a second crisis - one of nutrition insecurity - that is plaguing our nation and hindering the success of our nation’s youth as a result of decades-long policy failures in our food system. This bicameral, bipartisan legislation will, in the spirit of 50 years ago, convene a second conference of advocates, healthcare professionals, and farmers and ranchers to address the failures and inequities of our broken food system that is poisoning our communities and preventing us from achieving true justice.”

“I am proud to support the efforts of Chairman McGovern and Senator Booker to introduce bipartisan legislation convening a White House Conference on Food, Nutrition, Hunger, and Health,” said Chef José Andrés, founder of the food relief nonprofit World Central Kitchen. “Whether after disasters, in our schools, or fighting ongoing hunger in our local communities, I believe in the power of food to bring all Americans together. We must build longer tables where nutrition insecurity becomes a problem of the past. I look forward to working closely with President Biden, the

White House, and Congress on making this long-overdue conference a reality.”

“As a country, we can end hunger. 36 million Americans went hungry even before the pandemic – we should not aspire to just going back to the way things were before the pandemic, we should aspire to do better,” said Top Chef judge and food activist Tom Colicchio. “Ending hunger in America isn’t just some dream or slogan, it’s something that we can and will make into a reality, and that starts with convening this White House conference.”

“The time is ripe for a White House Conference to develop a national strategy to fix food. Our country faces a nutrition crisis, harming our health, economy, equity, military readiness, and natural resources,” said Dr. Dariush Mozaffarian, Dean of the Friedman School of Nutrition Science & Policy at Tufts University. “Current federal policies, research, and investments in food and nutrition are fragmented across 21 agencies. A Conference will be critical to re-imagine and re-design our food system toward one that improves health, ends hunger, reduces healthcare spending, advances science and innovation, and boosts our economy for all Americans.”

In the United States currently, nearly half of the adult population and a quarter of the young adult population is pre-diabetic or has Type 2 diabetes. Nutrition insecurity and diet-related chronic diseases disproportionately affect racial and ethnic groups as well as low-income, rural, and other underserved populations

in the United States. In just over 10 years, Type 2 diabetes rates have doubled for African American children and increased 50 percent for Native American children and Hispanic children between the ages of 10 and 19. Black Americans are also 40 percent more likely to have high blood pressure and 30 percent more likely to die of heart disease than white Americans.

Recent data has shown that the healthcare costs attributable to diet-related diseases exceed $600 billion annually, with such diseases leading to worse outcomes from COVID-19.

Although new census data shows that recent actions have brought hunger in America to its lowest level since the pandemic began, returning to the pre-COVID status quo would leave tens of millions of people hungry in every congressional district in the nation. More than 35 million people, including 10 million children, were going hungry in America even before the COVID pandemic hit. Nonprofit groups estimate that hunger costs the United States over $160 billion each year in poor health outcomes, chronic disease, and lost productivity.

This White House conference would bring together the heads of food banks, hospitals, government agencies, nonprofits, educators, farmers and ranchers, individuals with lived experiences, and more, with the goal of crafting a real plan with benchmarks for ending hunger, reducing nutrition insecurity, and reducing diet-related disease.

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CDC Sets Rules For Booster Shots

By Chris Lundy TRENTON – The Centers For Disease Control and Prevention published regulations for when you can get the Joh nson & Joh nson, Moder na , a nd Pf izer booster shots.

“Eligible i ndividuals may choose which vaccine they receive as a booster dose,” the CDC said. “Some people may have a preference for the vaccine type that they originally received, and others may prefer to get a different booster. CDC’s recommendations now allow for this type of mix and match dosing for booster shots.”

Similar to the beginning of this year, when vaccines were rare, only certain people will be allowed the boosters for now. For those who got the Pf izer or Moder na originally, the following groups are eligible for a booster shot at six months or more after their initial series: • 65 years and older • Age 18+ who live in long-term care settings • Age 18+ who have underlying medical conditions • Age 18+ who work or live in highrisk settings If you want a booster for your J&J vaccine, you have to be 18 and older a nd you h ave t o wa it at le a st t wo months since the initial shot.

In order to get the booster, you must be fully vaccinated.

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State Health Commissioner Judith Persichilli said that guidance on these shots are being distributed to vaccina-

tion partners throughout New Jersey.

“With the holidays approaching and the Delta variant continuing to impact the state, we encourage ever yone who is eligible to get their booster shots as they consider travel and gatherings for the holiday season,” she said.

Medical off icials continue to say to the 65 million Americans who have not yet received any doses that the vaccines are the best way to prevent this potentially life-threatening disease. Fu r ther, it has show n that i n the case of people who still got sick de s pit e b ei ng va c ci n at e d , t h at t he vir us’ symptoms and death rate are signif icantly lower.

“These recommendations are another example of our fundamental commitment to protect as many people as possible from COVID-19. The evidence shows that all three COVID-19 vaccines authorized in the United States are safe – as demonstrated by the over 40 0 m ill ion va cci ne doses al rea dy given,” CDC Director Dr. Rochelle P. Walensky said. “And, they are all highly effective in reducing the risk of severe disease, hospitalization, and death, even in the midst of the widely circulating Delta variant.”

T here are over 1,600 vacci nation sites open to the public in communities throughout New Jersey – many of which have walk-in availability or extended hours. People who can’t leave their homes for medical reasons can contact their local health department or f ill out a for m at covid19.nj.gov/ homeboundvax. If you need help f illing out this form, call 1-855-568-0545.

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TOMS RIVER – The weekend of October 23, all four district robotics teams hosted a 10-team practice meet at RWJBarnabas Health Arena.

October 23 began bright and early for participants with breakfast at 7 a.m. Teams set up tables and chairs, practice fields and pits to work on their robots. Workshops were provided in classrooms on topics like FTCNJ STEM Girls, competitiveness, mechanical design using CAD, and computer programming.

This year’s robotics theme is Freight Frenzy.

FIRST® Robotics teams explored the future of transportation, from the shipment of packages in rural and urban areas, to disaster relief delivery and high-tech air transit. Team were tasked with re-imagining faster, more reliable, inclusive, and sustainable transportation innovations that better connect and grow communities and economies around the world. By encouraging FIRST® participants to think about future transportation sustainability, district educators and club advisors are empowering them to be the next generation of leaders and innovators, tackling the world’s toughest challenges.

The day culminated with practice competitions, and the Enforcers from High School

─Photo courtesy Toms River Schools East’s Raiders Short Circuits club earning the top spot.

The season has just begun and teams are still accepting participants. All are welcome, and robotics is a perfect fit for students interested in designing, building, marketing, programming or providing support through volunteerism. Intermediate North’s Cyber Fins coaches are Mr. Ruhl and Mrs. Steinberg; High School South’s team Voltron coaches are Mr. Miller and Mrs. Ferraro; High School North’s Iron Mariners coaches are Mrs. Midili and Mrs. Tischio; and High School East’s Raiders Short Circuits coaches are Mr. and Mrs. DelGesso.

Meetings are often held after school. The competitive season runs through February with state championships in early March and world championships in April.

Toms River Regional Schools will be hosting the next large-scale robotics event, the Jersey Shore Showdown, at RWJBarnabas Health Arena January 29. Facility use for that event will be funded through Perkins; team registrations will be generously funded by the district’s partners at NAWCAD Lakehurst; and individual teams continue to welcome support, with sponsors earning a spot-on team materials, T-shirts, banners, and more.

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Cupcakes and brownies were this week’s treats, created for the folks who make the wheels go round, provide health and wellness, and support every aspect of life within Toms River Regional Schools.

In this course students are learning how to cook, provide food that is within health and safety standards, about service to family, and, if those families are lucky, how to operate a washer and dryer and

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The Lady Seminoles completed their season with an undefeated 12-0 record, a feat that has not been accomplished at the school since, well ... ever. This record also earned the team the divisional championship.

─Photo courtesy Toms River Schools Team standouts include Gianna DeNino; Payton Weed; Lexie Parker; Abigail Spague; Sophia Roman; Mya Porsch; Maggie Kozlowsk; and Cora Olcott. Coach Fischer, Coach Power, and Coach Ciupinski could not be prouder of this great group of young ladies. Congratulations, girls!

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SUEZ Donates $10K To Community Medical Center Foundation

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SUEZ’ donation helps the hospital in its continuing efforts with COVID-19 vaccine clinics and retrofitting rooms for negative isolation.

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Steam Camp! Spatial Visualization I

TOMS RIVER – Ocean County College Presents: Steam Camp! Spatial Visualization I, free for grades 6 through 8, Tuesdays from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. from November 9 through 30 via Hyflex (on campus or Webex).

Limited space for on campus. To register: Go to the following link docs.google.com/ forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSds5GDAgf0Zs_QKA5VV4NvjYL-i2J2ugCw01iIW1MRsv844CA/viewform, and digitally register. After registration, they will reach out to you with the login details.

Email: pbogdan@ocean.edu or hjackson@ cean.edu for additional questions about technology.

Goal: This camp encourages spatial skills in both technical and artistic applications for middle school students.

Implementation: Combine the use of the Spatial Vis™ application with drawing activities which align with the drafting techniques to show the full spectrum of STEAM. Spatial Vis™ teaches freehand sketching to improve spatial skills which can increase grades in STEM, as well as CAD and Design skills.

Required Materials for All Students: Spatial Vis™ application; Touchscreen device (smartphone, tablet, PC with touchscreen) – Use of a

stylus is recommended. (For example: Android: Requires a minimum of Android 5.0 or higher; Apple Devices: Requires a minimum or iOS 12 or higher; Chromebooks: Need Google Play store enabled) Note: If a student does not have access to a device that meets the specification above, they have had a couple of users download the free Android Emulator called BlueStacks which allows students to download the app to their desktop computer. Keep in mind the experience with a mouse is not the same as a touchscreen.

Required Materials for WEBEX Students: Hand sketching tools (paper, pencil, straight edge/ruler); Internet access for live sessions on Webex Optional Materials for All Students: Printed Graphing paper (isometric & Cartesian) - Free downloads for printing or preprinted.

New this year: Informal activities and seminars are planned for those providing transportation for the students that will attend this camp at the OCC campus.

New in 2022: Spatial VIS II – Art & Manufacturing. See the OCC School of STEM Events page for more activities: ocean.edu/ programs-and-courses/stem-events.

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Operation BBQ Relief To Supply Hot Meals To Residents In Need

─Photo courtesy Operation BBQ Relief David Keith, Operation BBQ Relief Area Coordinator for New Jersey, and Mayor Maurice B. Hill during Operation BBQ Relief’s visit to Toms River in November, 2019.

Residents will keep their windows closed

By Alyssa Riccardi TOMS RIVER – Operation Barbeque and pop the trunk so volunteers can deRelief is back to serve 1,000 hot meals liver the food to the trunk or truck bed of to Toms River residents in need on No- your car.

“This is our fourth year back helping feed vember 6. our community that one hot meal that matMeals will be given out at the Presbyteters.

It is always amazing to see what that rian Church Toms River parking lot, 1070 hot meal can do for someone and we are Hooper Ave, Toms River, from 12 to 3 p.m. glad we can do our small part to help our This event was coordinated through the neighbors,” David Keith, Area Coordinator Hope Center, a 501(c)3 non-profit organifor New Jersey, said. zation initiated by the Clergy Association “Operation BBQ Relief has been providof Greater Toms River. The Hope Center ing hot meals to residents in need before will be hosting a winter coat drive where and throughout the pandemic,” Mayor residents can pick up free coats, blankets, Maurice B. Hill said. “We are very thankhats, scarves, gloves and diapers. Masks ful that they will be providing hot meals to are required indoors. the residents of Toms River again this year, As recommended by the CDC, social particularly as we near the Thanksgiving distancing and limiting interactions will holiday.” take place. As a result, this year’s food For more information, visit obr.org. distribution will be “drive-through style.”

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─Photo courtesy Toms River Schools TOMS RIVER – Micah Ford of TRN and Nick Medina of TRE were awarded the Tom “The Candyman” Kelleher MVP award after the TRN vs TRE football game on October 8. Congratulations to the Mariners for the 33-14 win over the Raiders!

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TOMS RIVER – SUEZ was a proud host to the Toms River Special Operations Team, led by John Novak, Chief Inspector, Toms River Bureau of Fire Prevention, at the Company’s Holly Water Treatment Plant on October 24. The Special Operations Team practiced technical rescues

─Photo courtesy SUEZ involving high angle ropes. Participating in the exercise were trained firefighters from six Township fire companies, with the purpose of always being prepared for emergency rescues within the Township.

SUEZ thanks these firefighters for their exemplary bravery.

Toms River Police Jingle Bells Run

TOMS RIVER – The 22nd Annual Jingle Bell Run will be held on December 5 at 2 p.m. along a relatively f lat course through downtown Toms River and scenic neighborhoods.

Proceeds f rom the race will help fund scholarships for local high school students as well as a spotlight local organization in need. Bring your friends!

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H ere ’ s T o Y our H ealth •

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Our patients always have great questions about hearing and hearing technology.

We feel it’s our obligation as the community’s only AudigyCertified practice to provide you more than exceptional hearing care and technology recommendations; we are here to give you the informative answers you’re looking for so you can confidently make educated decisions about your hearing health.

Question - I’ve seen devices called “personal sound amplifiers,” or PSAs, advertised on TV. Are they the same as hearing aids?

Answer - No, they are not. Personal sound amplifiers are quite different from hearing aids. These devices shouldn’t be used in the place of an expertly tuned hearing aid fit by a licensed hearing professional. Personal sound amplifiers

were created to amplify sounds during recreational activities like hunting and bird watching, not to alleviate a hearing problem. Since their specific function is to make sounds louder, personal sound amplifiers can actually be harmful to your hearing. Unlike properly fit hearing aids, personal sound amplifiers cannot adapt to environmental sounds. Loud sounds will just get louder, potentially causing serious damage to your hearing.

Call for a free technology demonstration - Our practice offers the latest, most effective hearing aid technology available. And our experience in fitting and adjusting hearing aids means we can fine-tune them to respond to the way you live your life. Only a properly fit hearing instrument can do this, and this is what our hearing care providers do best.

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

Common But Overlooked Causes For Hair Loss

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

I was talking with a friend who said she is suddenly experiencing hair loss, and that it is very disappointing to her because it appears to be getting worse. She was leaning on me for advice because, “I can’t look in the mirror anymore.”

She has tried all the expensive shampoos, and color treatments, she has asked her doctor, and she has finally retreated to the reality of losing her hair, when she is still a very pretty woman in her mid 70’s. Basically, she’s given up hope for restoration.

Today’s article is to help you understand the possible causes for hair loss. It’s not always because of advancing age, although that is one obvious reason.

An estimated 100 hairs are shed every day!

That’s hard to believe, but it’s true. If you’re not growing new hairs, the hair loss becomes more evident. So hair loss and hair growth are two different, dynamic things. You can’t stop the shedding, that’s natural, but you do have some control over new hair growth.

If you can’t figure out the root cause of the hair loss, you are never going to solve it! Here are a few possibilities: Statin Use. People with elevated cholesterol sometimes take statin medications such as atorvastatin to help improve their ratios. A well-documented side effect of this category of medications is reduced production of thyroid hormone. And that leads to hair loss. This was exactly the problem with my friend the other day… she told me she had been on a statin drug for about 2 or 3 years, and that’s

when her problem began. Statins, through their drug mugging effect, lead to reduced hair growth and extra shedding.

The fix for statins is pretty simple. I’d suggest you talk to your physician and get a prescription for a thyroid hormone medication. You could also try a good thyroid supplement to support thyroid hormone synthesis.

These are choices to consider while you work with your physician to determine what is best with you.

Antibiotics and Anti-fungals.

Many people today are treating themselves for mold illness or other infections such as Lyme disease, H. pylori, SIBO, or even acne. The medications that “kill” organisms are well known to cause hair loss, and this begins about two to four months into drug therapy. It’s often overlooked by doctors who have one goal in mind, treat your infection.

But the hair loss can be profound and frightening to the patient, so I’m listing this category of medications so you understand what is happening and can take action. The fix would include some high-quality probiotics and prebiotics, as well as some patience.

Upon discontinuation of the offending drug, your hair should slowly begin to grow back.

Autoimmune conditions are another cause for hair loss. There are several others, but I’ve run out of space here. If you’d like to learn more, I have written a comprehensive article on this topic, along with “the fix” for each problem. This article can be emailed to you if you’d like it, just sign up for my free newsletter at suzycohen.com.

(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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TOMS RIVER – High School North hosted a safe Trunk-or-Treat event in the school’s parking lot on October 25. A special thanks goes to Mrs. Little and the Theatre Arts program for sponsoring and coordinating the entire event.

Various clubs came together and provided trick-or-treating and fun activities for North’s staff and their children. Additionally, the Thespian Club collected and was able to donate about 130 pounds of food and $50 to a local food drive.

Students did an outstanding job decorating their trunks and PAWS won the trunk contest!

─Photo courtesy Toms River Schools Members of the Military Club helped with set up prior to the event and the Climate Committee provided water and juice boxes. The hot chocolate was provided

by Amy’s Omelet House in Monmouth County.

A big thanks to Gail McNeill and Cathy Gyenes for chaperoning, to Mr. Lou for helping with set up, and to Mr. Morley for helping with breakdown.

Everyone involved made the event very successful and a fun night for children and their families!

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Visit our website at: https://oceaninc.org to apply!

TOMS RIVER – Walnut Street Elementary School hosted its first Title I-funded family involvement program for the 20212022 school year.

The program, entitled “Stories Around the Campfire,” took place outside on school grounds on a beautiful fall day. Students and their families rotated through four centers during the program. The centers were facilitated by Walnut Street teachers Mrs. Sablack, Mrs. H. Decker, Mrs. Tomitz, Ms.

─Photo courtesy Toms River Schools DeMarinise, and Mrs. Millington.

Students listened to two stories around the campfire, including one interactive story where students followed step-by-step directions to create a pumpkin or a black cat.

In another center, students made lollipop ghosts and wrote stories about their ghosts.

At the snack center, participants enjoyed a snack while reading books with their parents/guardians.

A good time was had by all who attended!

Hollyberry Christmas Bazaar

ORTLEY BEACH – Friends at St. Elisabeth’s Chapel are once again holding their Hollyberry Christmas Bazaar on November 6 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and November 7 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The Hollyberry Christmas Bazaar will

feature granny’s attic, collectibles, baked goods, knitting & crafts, Christmas & kid’s items, and a gift auction.

St. Elisabeth’s Chapel Fellowship Hall is located at 7 Third Avenue in Ortley Beach.

For more information call 732-831-4483.

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

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Reckless Driver Crashes Into Pole On Route 9

By Alyssa Riccardi TOMS RIVER – After failing to stay in his lane due to driving under the influence, a reckless driver collided into a utility pole causing it to split in half, police said.

Around 5:15 p.m. Tuesday night, officers from the Toms River Police Department responded to the intersection of Route 9 and Cox Crow Road regarding a car crash with a utility pole.

A witness told police that the driver, William Zucosky, 47 of Linden, was failing to maintain the lane for several miles. As a result, Zucosky’s car left the roadway and hit a utility pole splitting it in half.

Toms River Township Police Spokesperson Jillian Messina told Jersey Shore Online that no injuries were reported at the scene.

Due to the accident, the pole was suspended by the wires and had to be repaired by JCP&L, Messina said. Subsequently, the road was closed for several hours in order to repair the area.

Zucosky was arrested and received citations for Careless Driving, Reckless Driving, Failure to Stay in Marked Lanes, Driving Under the Influence of Drugs or Alcohol. His vehicle was impounded in accordance with John’s Law.

Cops: Driver Looked At Phone, Caused Serious Crash

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – Police said that a driver looked at the GPS on his phone, which caused him to run a red light on the evening of October 29.

Ronaldo Cortes, 18, of South Toms River, was driving east on Route 37 in a Volvo when he looked at the GPS on his phone, police said. He went through the intersection at Mule Road when the light was red. His Volvo struck a Kia, which then hit a nearby Lexus. Those two vehicles were both heading south on Mule Road at the time.

The driver of the Kia, Stephen McCrea, 56,

of Lakehurst, was not reported to be injured.

The Lexus overturned, slid through the intersection, and managed to land back on its wheels in the southbound lanes of Mule Road.

The driver, Patrick Brady, 75, and passenger Betty Brady, 69, both of Toms River, were brought to Community Medical Center for minor injuries to their shoulders and arms.

Cortes was charged with Failing to Observe a Traffic Signal, Illegally using a Cell Phone While Driving, Driving Without a License, and Driving While Suspended.

Charges are merely accusations until proven in a court of law.

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Around The Jersey Shore Ocean County Woman Indicted For Murder

By Chris Lundy MANCHESTER – A woman was indicted in the murder of a man she lived with in Pine Lake Park.

Mary Carbone, 57, was indicted by a Grand Jury on a charge of Murder, three counts of Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose, three counts of Unlawful Possession of a Weapon, and Tampering with Physical Evidence.

The charges stem from the death of Frank Stochel on February 24, 2020. Carbone was then arrested on March 4, 2020, and has been lodged in the Ocean County Jail since that date.

Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer said that even though Carbone had a Toms River address on her license, the investigation revealed that they lived in the 6th Avenue home. Several household items were used in committing the murder, namely a wooden board, a heavy duty tape dispenser, and a shower curtain rod.

Prosecutor Billhimer acknowledged the efforts

of Senior Assistant Prosecutor Meghan O’Neill who is handling the case on behalf of the State, as well as the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit, Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office High Tech Crimes Unit, Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Victim Witness Advocacy Unit, Manchester Township Police Department, Manchester Township Police Department Detective Bureau, Ocean County Sheriff’s Office Crime Scene Investigation Unit, Toms River Township Police Department, Ocean County Medical Examiner’s Office, Santa Rosa County (Florida) Sheriff’s Office Crime Scene Unit, Westchester County (New York) Police Department, and Oneida County (New York) Sheriff’s Department, for their collective and cooperative assistance in this investigation resulting in the indictment.

Charges are merely accusations until proven in a court of law.

AMI Opens 3rd Toms River Location

TOMS RIVER – Atlantic Medical Imaging (AMI) has opened its newest imaging facility in Toms River. Among the services offered at this location are MRI, 3D screening and diagnostic mammography, DEXA scans, ultrasound and x-ray.

The office is located at 1430 Hooper Ave., Suite 102 in Toms River. Office hours initially are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. To schedule an appointment, call 732-223-XRAY (9729), or visit aminj.com.

The Hooper Ave. center is the third AMI location in Toms River and the sixth AMI imaging center in Ocean County, including the two offices in Brick and the one in Manahawkin.

“We are committed to providing the highest quality, most compassionate and easily accessible imaging services to all of our patients throughout south and central New Jersey,” said AMI Chief Executive Officer Dr. David Levi. “This new office location enhances our ability to provide that to residents of Toms River and surrounding areas.”

Residential Emergency Rental Assistance Program

TOMS RIVER – Update from Mayor Maurice “Mo” Hill and the County Program on rental assistance: “I wanted to share this important information to assist our residents who may have fallen behind on rent and their landlords. This Ocean County Residential Emergency Rental Assistance Program offered by the County Commissioners, is available to assist those who qualify with their rent and their

landlords. We know the impact the pandemic has had and people are still struggling. I want to thank Director Quinn and the Commissioners for their efforts in helping people keep a roof over their heads during this challenging time.”

For more information, call the call center between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, at 833753-9671, or visit the County website at co.ocean. nj.us/OC/frmRERAP.aspx.

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Social Security Announces 5.9 Percent Benefit Increase For 2022

NEW JERSEY – Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits for approximately 70 million Americans will increase 5.9 percent in 2022, the Social Security Administration announced today.

The 5.9 percent cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) will begin with benefits payable to more than 64 million Social Security beneficiaries in January 2022. Increased payments to approximately 8 million SSI beneficiaries will begin on December 30,

2021. (Note: some people receive both Social Security and SSI benefits). The Social Security Act ties the annual COLA to the increase in the Consumer Price Index as determined by the Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Some other adjustments that take effect in January of each year are based on the increase in average wages. Based on that increase, the maximum amount of earnings subject to the Social Security tax (taxable maximum) will increase to

$147,000 from $142,800.

Social Security and SSI beneficiaries are normally notified by mail starting in early December about their new benefit amount.

Most people who receive Social Security payments will be able to view their COLA notice online through their personal my Social Security account. People may create or access their my Social Security account online at socialsecurity.gov/myaccount.

Information about Medicare changes for 2022, when announced, will be available

at medicare.gov. For Social Security beneficiaries receiving Medicare, Social Security will not be able to compute their new benefit amount until after the Medicare premium amounts for 2022 are announced.

Final 2022 benefit amounts will be communicated to beneficiaries in December through the mailed COLA notice and my Social Security’s Message Center.

The Social Security Act provides for how the COLA is calculated. To read more, please visit socialsecurity.gov/cola.

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Anyone selling real estate in New Jersey needs to be aware of the terms of the Bulk Sales Act. The purpose behind the Bulk Sales Act is to protect a purchaser from any taxes owed by the seller to the State of New Jersey. The failure to follow the Bulk Sales procedures could result in the State assessing any tax liability of the seller against the purchaser.

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

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Once the State receives that form, it will then review its records to determine whether the seller owes any taxes to the State, including any taxes that may result from the specific sale. The State will then send what is referred to as a Bulk Sales escrow letter to the buyer’s attorney. The Bulk Sales escrow letter will direct how much money must be escrowed from the seller at closing pending a determination by the State as to the actual taxes owed.

The next step is for the seller or their accountant to submit to the State a form known as a TTD (Transfer Tax Declaration) form in which the seller discloses the taxes that may be due to the State as a result of the transaction. In some cases, the Bulk Sales notice and the TTD form can be submitted simultaneously so that the State can make a determination as to amount of taxes owed. Once the State determines the taxes owed, it will send a second letter directing the buyer’s attorney to release a specific amount of money from the escrow held at closing.

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The Toms River Times, November 6, 2021, Page 27

Around The Jersey Shore Egyptian Students Can Study At OCC

TOMS RIVER – Ocean County College and William Paterson University have signed an agreement with three Egyptian universities that will enable Egyptian students to major in computer science and earn degrees from both American institutions and one of the Egyptian universities. All courses are offered in hybrid and online formats.

Under the three-way joint admissions agreement, the Egyptian students will enroll for the first two years of courses with Ocean County College, and after successful completion would receive an associate of science degree from OCC. In the third year, students will take courses recommended

by William Paterson’s computer science faculty at one of the three Egyptian universities – Helwan University, Ain Shams University, or Alexandria University – and will take online courses at William Paterson University in their fourth year.

At the completion of the program, the students will earn degrees from both William Paterson and one of the Egyptian universities. The initial cohort is expected to consist of 35 to 70 students.

“I am excited to launch this new program, which will use the respective strengths of all partner institutions to the benefit of promising students from some of Egypt’s finest universities,” said William Paterson President Dr. Richard J. Helldobler. “Given William Paterson’s growing reputation for excellence in online education and its strong computer science program, this new partnership promises to broaden access to a WP degree and extend the University’s global reach.”

“Ocean County College is thrilled to put the official stamp on this dynamic alliance,” remarked OCC President Dr. Jon H. Larson.

“We believe our Egyptian counterparts will thrive in the environment of and for academic innovation that OCC provides, and that they will be well-prepared for their courses at our partner institutions, as they build toward meaningful career opportunities in the computer science field.”

Administrators at William Paterson University and Ocean County College expect that the collaboration will expand to include up to eight additional Egyptian universities, as well as additional academic programs.

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The Toms River Times, November 6, 2021, Page 29

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE Patients Ask Doctors.

Doctors Ask Dr. Hussain

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

nosis to treatment.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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The Toms River Times, November 6, 2021, Page 31

Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of NOV 6 - NOV 12

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Don’t be surprised by someone who expects your best.

Maintain high standards that will impact your reputation favorably. During the week ahead remain willing to go the extra mile and spend extra time with loved ones.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Everything worth doing begins with a vision of the desired results. Uphold your boundaries against any pushback in the second half of the week. Someone you admire could seem difficult to deal with during upcoming negotiations.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Nothing ventured, nothing gained. You can move forward and spread your wings but attend to a few loose ends in the second half of the week. Your astute observations make you a valuable business associate and loyal friend.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Celebrate with ghosts and goblins for some spooky fun, but also think practically and make sure to have some plans in place. Your preparation can help a variety of situations improve in the week ahead LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Use your energy to make valuable connections and smart decisions early in the week. Later in the week you may find it frustrating and likely pointless to beat your head against a wall. If rules are laid down to be followed, follow them.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Act when the time is right. Early in the week the boss might overlook minor errors or let you take time off for personal errands. However, you might be expected to put in extra hours to compensate in

the last half of the week.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Don’t put too many irons into the fire. Keep aimed at reaching the goals you already have in place. It may be wise to avoid playing poker or speculating with your financial resources in the second part of the week.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Whenever the opportunity arises show your trustworthiness to loved ones, in business, or on the job. To sell or promote something in the upcoming week you can strive to be unique without being outrageous.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): The importance of making a good impression increases as the week unfolds. Your warmth and confidence will be noticed and assessed. To sell yourself, start with a big, friendly smile.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Put the pedal to the metal in the early part of the week.

By midweek you may be forced to apply the brakes and slow down. Remain discreet in social situations. Let it all hang out only with your closest friends.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You should focus on making your dreams come true in the early part of the week and maintain a low prolife during the second half. Listen carefully today because someone could offer great advice or grant a favor.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Don’t allow a nagging feeling that something essential has been overlooked to spoil your Halloween plans. Set up a practice that fills up your spirit as the week begins and make it part of your daily self-care.

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CELEBRATE DIWALI WITH THIS SAVORY KARANJI

By America’s Test Kitchen

KARANJI

Makes 10 karanji 1 package store-bought pie dough 1 cup frozen peas 2 tablespoons water, plus extra for brushing 1/2 teaspoon garam masala 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus extra for brushing 1. Adjust the oven rack to the upper-middle position and heat the oven to 450 degrees.

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Working with 1 pie dough round at a time, use a 4-inch round cutter to cut out 10 dough rounds. Transfer the dough rounds to the parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover with

plastic wrap and refrigerate while making the filling.

3. In a bowl, combine peas, water, garam masala, cumin, ginger, garlic, salt and vegetable oil. Heat in the microwave for 2 minutes. Use a potato masher to mash the filling until it is mostly broken down and some whole peas remain. Stir with a rubber spatula to combine.

4. Remove the baking sheet from the refrigerator and discard the plastic. Use a 1-tablespoon measuring spoon to place 1 tablespoon of filling in the center of each dough round.

5. Use your finger to lightly coat the edge of each dough round with water. Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape. Press the edges together to seal.

6. Use a pastry brush to brush the tops of the karanji with extra vegetable oil.

7. Bake the karanji until golden brown, 12 to 14 minutes. Let the karanji cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes.

(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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