2021-11-13 - The Southern Ocean Times

The

SOUTHERN OCEAN Times Vol. 9 - No. 21

In This Week’s Edition

MICROMEDIA PUBLICATIONS

JERSEYSHOREONLINE.COM

Barnegat Student Wins National Telly Award

BREAKING NEWS @

jerseyshoreonline.com

Community News Page 9-11

Dr. Izzy’s Sound News Page 16

Dear Joel Page 18

Inside The Law Page 19

–Photo courtesy Shannon Harrington Barnegat High School senior Shannon Harrington won a National Telly Award.

By Stephanie Faughnan BARNEGAT – Big names like Playstation, FOX Enter tain ment and the Walt Disney Company may f ind themselves stepping back a bit when it comes to the National Telly Awards. One of this year’s fiercest rivals was none other than Bar negat High School senior Shannon Harrington.

Shannon, 18, who’s busy completing college applicat ions, recently won ent r y into an elite group.

Her campaign ad for the Pinelands Brewing Company earned Shannon a Silver Telly Award. The 42nd annual contest has judges from industry greats like Netflix, A&E Networks, Hearst Media, Nickelodeon, ESPN Films, and Vimeo.

According to their website, the Telly Awards “honor excellence in video and television

clerk has to certify them at a later date. But they won’t change too much from this amount.

When the Associated Press called the race, there were less than 20,000 votes between the two candidates. Consider, then, how much of a difference Ocean County made. If he had only received 100,000 votes here, like in the last contest for governor, then the race would have been called long ago.

In fact, Ocean County accounted for approximately 11% of Ciattarelli’s total vote as of press time.

Ciattarelli’s vote total is at least 15,000 higher than Chris Christie’s best outing, and the last Republican governor was (GOP - See Page 15)

Jeff ’s Camp, Just Believe Part Ways

By Stephanie Faughnan BARNEGAT – A Barnegat veteran still plans to offer transitional housing for homeless veterans on his Route 72 property. However, the organization Just Believe, Inc. will no longer be involved in the project.

Martin Weber, the property owner, formally announced his intentions to donate land for “Jeff’s Camp” in May of this year. His initial plan was to set up tiny homes on his property to give homeless veterans a roof over their heads. The proposed project is named in memory of the late Jeff Poissant, who Weber says was the love of his life.

When someone introduced Weber to Paul Hulse, CEO of Just Believe, Inc, Weber thought he found (Part Ways - See Page 4)

Referendum Makes Legal Weed Businesses Go Up In Smoke

(Award - See Page 4)

Did Ocean County’s GOP Give Ciattarelli The Edge?

By Chris Lundy OCEAN COUNTY – Jack Ciattarelli is more popular in Ocean County than any other candidate for governor in at least 30 years.

The former State Assemblyman was neck and neck with Governor Phil Murphy a day after polls closed. In a race where most people figured the Democrat had an easy race, the results showed that it was anything but assured. It’s safe to say that Ocean County’s strong Republican base is what made this race competitive.

In Ocean County, Ciattarelli received 141,482 votes to Murphy’s 65,176. These figures were unofficial, since the county

November 13, 2021

–Photo courtesy Mayor Peter Curatolo Lacey Mayor Peter Curatolo at right, speaks with township seniors during the monthly Lacey Municipal Alliance Senior luncheon, about the referendum concerning marijuana sales and cultivation in the township that was defeated by voters on Election Day.

By Bob Vosseller LACEY – Mayor Peter Curatolo said it was one of the toughest campaigns he had ever worked on, and he

wasn’t even on the ballot.

The mayor was referring to the recently defeated referendum question asking township residents if (Smoke - See Page 5)

Page 2, The Southern Ocean Times, November 13, 2021

jerseyshoreonline.com

jerseyshoreonline.com

The Southern Ocean Times, November 13, 2021, Page 3

jerseyshoreonline.com

Page 4, The Southern Ocean Times, November 13, 2021

Award:

Continued From Page 1 across all screens.”

“I had the opportunity to write the soundtrack for the Pinelands Brewing Company,” shared Shannon. “It was a commercial campaign and something I’ve also done for other local businesses.”

Shannon’s “As Pure as the Pines” commercial won the Silver Telly Award in the Branded Content Campaign: Promotional category. Some of the other Silver award winners in the same category came from AMC Networks, Caterpillar Inc., and FOX Entertainment.

The 30 second promo features Shannon plucking away on a mandolin to a pictur-

Part Ways:

Continued From Page 1 the help he needed to make his dreams a reality. After all, Hulse’s organization helps at-risk individuals and he had the necessary experience.

In an interview in June, Hulse said the Pinelands Commission would not allow tiny houses on the property. However, they would permit a seven-bedroom veterans sober living house on Weber’s back property.

The front would meet qualifications for a commercial building, which would ultimately house an outpatient addiction center

esque scene of the Pinelands, ending with a nice cold beer inviting consumption. Shannon closes the spot with a smooth assertion that the perfect glass of brew is “as smooth as the pines.”

“I produced it (the promo) using my mandolin, and a little bit of an electric guitar,” shared Shannon. “I used my own voice to create the harmonies.”

In addition to the commercial, Shannon said she’s produced music for the LBIF Foundation, Cluck ‘N Crabs, and Small Cakes LBI. “I’m really happy that my music helped the campaign to be nationally recognized, and to win alongside those other companies is really exciting,” Shannon said.

One of the interesting things about Shan-

non’s talents includes the fact that she is primarily self-taught. The young woman credits Barnegat High School music teacher Anthony Orecchio for classes in music composition and theory. However, Shannon denies any formal instrument or voice lessons.

When it comes to instruments, Shannon enjoys the guitar, mandolin, and harmonica.

And, Shannon’s voice and charisma leave a lasting impression it seems. In one case, Broadway directors like her so much that she was cast in an equity show when she was still in grade school.

“I did the Broadway tour of White Christmas when I was a kid,” Shannon said. “It was a lot of fun.”

Shannon and her older sister Brigid share

similar love for music. Locally, the two are known as the Harrington Sisters and play gigs together whenever Brigid is home from college. Shannon also performs throughout the region all on her own.

In 2020, Harrington took 1st place in the 16th annual Shout Down Drugs songwriting competition, winning a $5,000 music contract to perform her song at various events throughout the year.

As far as college, Shannon plans to look at a few different schools and has not decided on her major just yet.

“I defi nitely want to be able to perform and do something creative,” shared Shannon. “But I also have a more academic side and am also interested in music production.”

and Just Believe thrift store. The addiction center would not limit services to veterans.

A few weeks ago, Weber came home to find surveyors on his land. He asked them to leave and called Hulse to remind him of his involvement in the project.

“We were supposed to be equal on everything that happened here,” Weber explained. “I didn’t want anyone on the property without my knowledge. Paul and I weren’t settled on what would be done back here. I still wanted the tiny houses.”

According to a letter written by Just Believe’s attorney, Robert C. Shea, the decision to terminate the “Jeff ’s Camp” project

was due to “irreconcilable differences” between the organization and Weber.

Shea wrote to “Friends of Just Believe” to advise them of the decision and request donors’ permission to reallocate donations to other Just Believe projects benefiting atrisk individuals. Sponsors can also elect to have donations earmarked for Jeff ’s Camp returned to them.

“I can’t get into the specifics of the fundraising on the property. Jeff’s Camp was not an LLC,” said Shea. “There were sufficient reasons to terminate the agreement. It’s not going to benefit anyone to get into a ‘he said, she said’ situation.”

As far as the irreconcilable differences, Shea suggested speaking to Hulse. However, Hulse referred all requests for comment to his attorney.

Meanwhile, Weber is not giving up on his plans to help veterans. Jeff ’s Camp now has a Board of Trustees and the goal is to move forward on Weber’s original quest to provide transitional homes for those who served the country.

Weber met Congressman Andy Kim when he competed for his seat in 2020. The two established a relationship and Weber said Kim continues to support the Jeff ’ Camp project.

Send your community events to news@jerseyshoreonline.com

jerseyshoreonline.com

Smoke:

Continued From Page 1 they wanted to see Lacey develop a cannabis industry in the community following the legalization of recreational marijuana in a state ballot question last year. This year’s local ballot question led to some debate among the members of the all-GOP governing body.

Most communities in Ocean County have opposed having marijuana growth and distribution in their towns. Two members of the governing body, Committeemen Mark Dykoff and Timothy McDonald felt that the public had the right to weigh in on the issue and proposed a referendum question on this year’s ballot.

Mayor Curatolo has been a fierce opponent of having recreational marijuana sales and cultivation in the township and even a few days prior to Election Day, was speaking to seniors about the referendum during the regular seniors’ luncheon coordinated by the Lacey Municipal Alliance.

The mayor added, “in speaking at the Municipal Alliance Senior luncheon with Chief DiBella, there was a clear consensus to the ‘no’ side of the ledger regarding the referendum.”

The Alliance opposed having marijuana sales in the township months ago as did the Board of Education.

“It is remarkable to me the statewide attention that this has received. This was a pivotal vote in our town and I was all in but I was only one vote. The people, every demographic and in every location did this by standing shoulder to shoulder and saying

The Southern Ocean Times, November 13, 2021, Page 5 ‘no’ in a unified voice,” Curatolo said.

“We were the only town in New Jersey that went out for a referendum on this issue and what I am most proud of is the fact that I provided a blueprint for other mayors and governing bodies to follow. I knocked on every door of our faith-based community, our seniors, our school leadership and many others,” he added.

The mayor said “the message was that it is a very different thing to have it grown and sold in our town. The people did this. I am here in their service and I am forever grateful.”

Curatolo, who works for the Ocean County Health Department, agreed with Police Chief Michael DiBella that opening up the township to a cannabis industry would generate additional crime and potential gang activity and require more police overtime which would negate any sales tax benefits that the township might gain from it.

“The truth is that gangs look for legalized recreational zones because they know that they don’t charge onerous tax rates so they move right in and undercut the prices at the dispensaries. I’m pretty certain that our residents don’t want to see increased gang activity,” the mayor added.

Mayor Curatolo said, “people believe that we can just zone a recreational marijuana dispensary or a grow into a specific section of town and that may not be the case. Once it is approved, it may be able to set up shop anywhere.”

“I encourage people to do their own research about Colorado and California. There is a lot of buyers regret in those jurisdictions.

Currently in Colorado, the marijuana tax represents nine tenths of one percent of their

total tax revenue. At the same time, their DUIs are up 151%, marijuana related hospitalizations are up 148% and violent crime increased 18.6%. Now why would we believe it would be different here?” the mayor asked.

Committeemen Dykoff and McDonald were both reelected to new three-yearterms on the committee on Election Day. Both shared their views with The Southern Ocean Times concerning the results of the referendum.

“The election results were a vindication of what I have said from the beginning, if the people had known what the law was when they went to vote in 2020, the legalization of recreational marijuana would not have passed. I was disappointed at the beginning when there wasn’t a unanimous vote from the township committee to put a very simple question that would let the people’s voices be heard,” Committeeman McDonald said.

He added, “once we were able to secure the majority vote on the referendum question, Mark and I agreed not to politicize this issue.

We wanted the people of Lacey to decide this issue on their own. This is something that I cannot say for the rest of the committee.”

“When we were out campaigning, people, both pro and con recreational marijuana, indicated that they were very happy that Mark and I fought to have their voices heard on this issue. Mark and I received about 77% of the vote, which is very humbling, but is also an indication that voters are very happy with the work we are doing on the township committee,” McDonald added.

Committeeman Dykoff said he wasn’t disappointed about the results of the referendum

FREE ESTIMATES

Replacements & New Install of Heating & Air Conditioning Units

question. “On the contrary, I am far from disappointed with the result of the question.

The reason I advocated the referendum question was, that I wanted to ensure we gathered as many facts as possible as well as give the public further input based on the possible confusion about the original question.”

“The question put forth by the township was as simple as possible, and the residents were given the opportunity to voice their opinion. It was never about my personal opinion. What I am disappointed in is the politicizing of this issue as well as other members of the Township Committee trying to block this question on the ballot for fear it did not fit into their narrative,” Dykoff added.

NEED AN EMERGENCY HOME REPAIR? WE’RE HERE TO HELP AT NO CHARGE

HANDS FOR ALL A Division of HOMES FOR ALL, INC. A Not-For-Profit Affordable Housing Developer 309 Hooper Ave. • Toms River, NJ 08753 Tel: 732.286.7929 • Fax: 732.286.9698

BBB Rating: A+

HEATING • AIR CONDITIONING 891 Rt. 37 West • Toms River, NJ 08755

We Service & Install All Makes & Models

732-349-1448 • www.caretemp.com Central Air Conditioning • Boilers • Furnaces • Heat Pumps • Hot Water Heaters • Tankless Water Heaters Oil/Gas/Propane Conversions • Air Cleaners • Attic Fans • Dryer Vents • Humidifiers • Tune-Ups • Service Plans

FREE 2ND OPINION! √ SAME DAY SERVICE/REPLACEMENTS √ CERTIFIED & TECHNICALLY TRAINED PROFESSIONALS √ CERTIFIED, LICENSED, BONDED & INSURED √ SERVING ALL OF OCEAN & MONMOUTH COUNTIES

FREE

HEAT CONTRACT

(FOR NEW CUSTOMERS) Call for details.

$500 OFF

Gas Conversion

FREE

SERVICE CALL

(with repair made while there) Not valid after 4pm on weekdays or weekend services. Coupon must be presented at time of sale. Expires Nov. 30, 2021.

$100 OFF

Tankless Gas Hot Water System

OR

$50 OFF

Gas Hot Water Heater

$150 OFF

Central A/C &/OR

Gas Boiler/Furnace

Replacement

$250 OFF

New Install of Air Conditioning or Heating System

COUPONS MUST BE PRESENT WHEN SIGNING CONTRACT and may not be used for prior services/installations.

Coupons do not expire, except service call coupon.

AWARD-WINNING COMPANY NJ HIC #: 13VH02253000

Fred Paprocky, Master HVACR Contractor Lic#: 19HC00878000 RT Brown, NJ Electrical LIC #: 10584 A-Jay Plumbing, NJ Plumbing LIC #: 12661

*FINANCING AVAILABLE*

Page 6, The Southern Ocean Times, November 13, 2021

jerseyshoreonline.com

jerseyshoreonline.com

The Southern Ocean Times, November 13, 2021, Page 7

OPINIONS & COMMENTARY Letters To The Editor

e ditoriAl How To Win After Your Candidate Lost So your favorite candidate lost their election campaign. Or, perhaps you were the one running and you lost. That shows that you care very deeply about what is happening in the world and want to make a difference. Don’t stop just because the votes didn’t go your way.

The people running a town are always looking for hard-working volunteers – regardless of their political stripe. There must be some committee you can get involved in. Some are advisory committees – being a voice from the community about a particular topic.

Some involve more elbow grease. But they are always making a difference.

There are plenty of ways to help out without setting foot in a municipal building, too. Don’t just look at politics as your only avenue to affect change. In fact, politics is sometimes the worst way to affect change. Indeed, politicians will often lament that they can’t get everything done that they want, or that they are only one vote among many on a council. They are tied up with negotiations, red tape, and having to kowtow to their party bosses so their hands are often

tied, anyway.

If you think the only way to affect change is through politics, then you don’t understand politics. Any big change that’s made will be unmade when the next person gets in.

If you care about the environment, join a clean-up effort. If you care about the drug problem in our region, join a neighborhood watch. If traffic or overcrowding is your issue, push for more open space. These are changes that can happen right now.

You don’t have to wait for someone to be sworn in.

Some of these issues are very complicated, and learning the cause of the problem might help you understand it better – and allow you to be more effective in combatting it.

Learn where your taxes go and why. Watch public meetings and find out who makes decisions and why those decisions are made.

Another way to get involved is to become an advocate. Call your representatives. Write letters to the editor (address below).

Let the elected officials know that you care about these issues more than once every four years.

Chris Lundy News Editor

W� W������ L������ T� T�� E�����!

The Southern Ocean Times welcomes all points of view for publication and provides this page as an open forum for residents to express themselves regarding politics, government, current events and local concerns.

All letters are printed as space allows unless deemed offensive by the editorial staff, and provided they are signed and include address & phone number for veri�ication. Letters may not be printed if we cannot verify them.

Names will not be withheld from publication. While most letters are printed as submitted, we reserve the right to

edit or reject letters.

The weekly deadline is 5 p.m.

Thursday. Mail typed letters to: PO Box 521, Lakehurst, NJ 08733, fax 732-657-7388 or e-mail news@jerseyshoreonline.com. Letters may be limited to one per month per writer at the editor’s discretion.

The opinions expressed in the Letters To The Editor section do not necessarily re�lect those of the staff, management or sponsors of Micromedia Publications/ Jersey Shore Online. Letters to the Editor are the OPINION of the writer and the content is not checked for accuracy.

Independent Thinkers Ignored By Extreme Left And Right For four years America was saddled with an unqualified and seriously flawed man as President. Donald Trump pushed wild conspiracy theories based solely on rumors, reacted to criticism with childish “tweets” and disparaged our military leaders, allies and the media.

He took the word of a hostile foreign leader over our intelligence agencies and marginalized experts’ warnings of an impending health crisis. For these reasons and more you’d think Democrats would have the overwhelming support of voters fed up with Trump’s antics and egotism. But you’d be wrong.

In an election where they only needed to seem less crazy than Donald Trump the Democrats somehow came close to blowing it. That’s because these days Democrats are quite similar to Republicans in one way: Both parties cater to the extreme elements of their base at the expense of more moderate voters.

For Republicans that means coyly hinting at farfetched Q-Anon conspiracies for anyone gullible enough to believe them while for Democrats it means falling all over themselves to placate perpetually offended “social justice warriors.” Instead of hammering Republicans for policies that favor the top 1% or the disastrous trickle down economics that have never benefited the middle class they kowtow to people more concerned with getting Halloween costumes they’ve decided are offensive off the shelves. Suddenly Donald Trump doesn’t seem the only crazy one.

Both parties now cater to clueless people. The insurrectionists who stormed the Capital took their treasonous action based on little more than the word of a pathological liar and a mysterious online figure claiming to have insider knowledge of “Deep State” conspiracies.

Meanwhile the “Woke” ide-

ology that increasingly defines Liberalism scours movies, music and social media for any hint of sexism, racism or intolerance to demand the offender be punished in a manner greatly disproportional to the infraction. This often includes words or actions from years or even decades ago. The melding of different cultures, once a defining example of the “melting pot” of America, is now the dastardly act of “cultural appropriation.”

Ironically both parties are courting voters already in their corner instead of trying to win the middle. There will always be hardcore Republicans and Democrats who vote their party regardless but it’s independent voters who swing elections one way or the other and we are being largely ignored.

We may lean a little left or right individually but are reasonable people looking for effective policies and principled leaders from any party to enact them.

Republicans need to stop pretending the events of January 6th were anything less than an attempted Coup. If they have legitimate evidence to prove Trump’s claims of fraud they must bring it into the light.

If not they must stop giving credence to dubious online rumors.

Democrats need to pay less attention to thin skinned individuals who are always getting offended for people that are often not all that offended themselves. They need to offer a vision of a better life for the middle class instead of jumping on the P.C. bandwagon every time someone overreacts to what is usually a minor infraction, or in many cases a contrived one.

Try focusing on things that drive most Americans: People want economic advancement.

They want lower taxes and more efficient use of the taxes they do pay. They want to know their leaders are working for them and not for wealthy donors and huge corporations.

Is this who should have the greatest influence on our representatives: A radical right embracing “alternative facts” as justification for leading us towards civil war or a hyper-

sensitive left concerned more with political correctness than solving the country’s legitimate problems? No wonder nothing ever gets done and no wonder I’m an Independent.

Bill Pane Farmingdale

Banks Reporting To Fed Has Issues In an effort aimed at increasing taxpayer compliance, the Biden Administration has proposed that financial institutions be required to report additional account holder information in an enhanced annual I.R.S. Form 1099-INT. Beginning in 2023, banks, credit unions, and other entities would be required to annually report to the IRS the gross inflows and outflows of business and individual account holders with a breakdown for cash, transactions with a foreign account, and transfers to and from another account with the same owner. These requirements would apply to savings, transactional, loan, and investment accounts of $600 or more.

There have been recent reports that the proposal will increase the account threshold from $600 to $10,000. The revision is an attempt to shore up support for a flawed proposal, which is opposed by 67% of Americans. Proponents will now expect Main Street financial institutions, like community banks and credit unions, to play arbiter, declaring what does and does not meet proposed exceptions like wages and down payments.

All financial institutions currently report to the IRS information related to actual taxable events for customers and members, earned interest and mortgage interest paid.

This proposal would result in financial institutions turning over sensitive account details that do not constitute taxable events to the IRS. This will leave the IRS with immense personal financial data that could be used in a manner that is not detailed in the proposal.

Privacy and data security are paramount issues for all of us

as Americans.

Our organizations are very concerned about the detrimental impact this new requirement will have on consumers and our members. According to a FDIC study, the main reason Americans are unbanked is due to a distrust of financial institutions.

Forcing financial institutions to enforce tax law exacerbates a problem that disproportionately hurts low-income communities. These are communities that our mutual members have spent decades trying to meet their unique financial needs at a fair price.

Just like our customers and members, we are doubtful that data will remain safe and private from hackers while being safeguarded by the IRS. The massive data breach at the federal Office of Personnel Management in 2014 and this year’s IRS leak of federal tax returns of many wealthy Americans underscores our doubt.

The negative impacts of this intrusive policy will also negatively impact those Main Street businesses that are dependent on local financial institutions.

Due to the complex nature of the reporting requirement, community banks and credit unions will be forced to bear a significant increase in the costs for compliance and data security. More importantly, this proposal has already started to undermine our members’ relationships with their customers and members.

Rather than forcibly deputizing the financial services sector as an extension of the IRS, the U.S. Treasury Department should focus on using the data it currently has to locate those who are delinquent on their taxes.

Our organizations remain committed to block this proposal in effort to protect the privacy and security of consumers. We ask you to join us by contacting your member of Congress today.

John E. McWeeney, President & CEO New Jersey Bankers Association Patrick C. Conway, CEO CrossState Credit Union Association

jerseyshoreonline.com

Page 8, The Southern Ocean Times, November 13, 2021

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

Congressman Kim Holds Town Hall To Commemorate Superstorm Sandy’s 9th Anniversary

TOMS RIVER - Congressman Andy Kim (D-3rd) held his monthly town hall where he discussed how Superstorm Sandy is continuing to affect neighbors in Ocean and Burlington Counties.

“After nine years, my neighbors are still recovering from the lingering, devastating effects of Superstorm Sandy,” said Congressman Kim. “Yesterday I heard stories from people who need help and my office

is ready and eager to work hard on behalf of our community. I will keep working with townships and municipalities to make sure we are ready for the next storm, and advocating in Washington so that every single homeowner in my district receives the clawback relief they deserve.”

During the town hall, Congressman Kim discussed his Security After Sandy Act and how he secured $25.9 million in outstanding

Community Disaster Loan (CDL) forgiveness for New Jersey, $12 million of which forgave disaster loans taken out by towns and school districts in Ocean County.

Congressman Kim was joined by Amanda Devecka-Rinear, the Director of the New Jersey Organizing Project (NJOP), who discussed how their organization supports families who are still actively recovering from Superstorm Sandy and what resourc-

es are available to homeowners who are struggling.

Questions raised by people in both Burlington and Ocean County during the town hall included topics related to flood insurance, how Congressman Kim is working to pass clawback forgiveness for homeowners, substantial damage policies, and the work the Congressman is doing in Washington to lower the cost of prescription drugs.

White House: Details On The Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal

WASHINGTON, D.C. - President Biden has made combatting the climate crisis a central priority of his Administration, including throughout his legislative agenda. Climate change is already impacting almost every aspect of life in the United States. Extreme heat waves, catastrophic wildfires, and severe drought are taking American lives and livelihoods. In the last year alone, extreme weather has cost America more than $100 billion – often hitting historically underserved groups the hardest, particularly low-income communities, communities of color, and people with disabilities. In just the last few months, nearly 1 in 3 Americans have been hit by a severe weather disaster and 2 in 3 Americans have suffered through dangerous heat waves. Delayed action on climate also sets us back in the global race on manufacturing and innovation, preventing us from harnessing the economic opportunity that this moment represents.

As President Biden emphasized at COP26 in Glasgow, climate change poses an existential threat to people, economies, and countries across the world – and it requires swift and bold action to reduce emissions and strengthen resilience. President Biden has been clear: the climate crisis is a blinking code red for our nation. We must take decisive action to tackle the climate crisis in a way that strengthens our nation’s resilience, cuts consumer costs, and ensures the

U.S. can compete and win in the race for the 21st century. This moment demands urgent investments the American people want and our nation needs – investments that will bolster America’s competitiveness, resilience, and economy all while creating good-paying jobs, saving people money, and building an equitable clean energy economy of the future.

President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal passed by Congress will strengthen our nation’s resilience to extreme weather and climate change while reducing greenhouse gas emissions, expanding access to clean drinking water, building up a clean power grid, and more. When coupled with the Build Back Better Framework, these historic investments will help reduce our emissions by well over one gigaton this decade – ensuring we meet President Biden’s commitment to reduce U.S. emissions by 50-52% from 2005 levels in 2030, create a 100% carbon pollution-free power sector by 2035, and achieve a net-zero economy by 2050. Together, these once-in-a-generation investments will unlock the full potential of a clean energy economy that combats climate change, advances environmental justice, and creates good-paying, union jobs.

President Biden promised to work across the aisle and unify the country to deliver results for working families. The Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal is a critical step

towards reaching President Biden’s goal of a net-zero emissions economy by 2050, and is paired with the Build Back Better Framework to realize his full vision to grow our economy, lower consumer costs, create jobs, reduce climate pollution, and ensure more Americans can participate fully and equally in our economy.

Public Transit The Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal makes the largest investment in passenger rail since the creation of Amtrak – helping reduce greenhouse gas emissions by repairing, upgrading, and modernizing the nation’s transit infrastructure. The deal will invest $66 billion to provide healthy, sustainable transportation options for millions of Americans by modernizing and expanding transit and rail networks across the country. It will replace thousands of transit vehicles, including buses, with clean, zero emission vehicles. And, it will benefit communities of color who are twice as likely to take public transportation and often lack sufficient public transit options.

In addition, it will help transit workers who are disproportionally workers of color.

Electric Vehicle Infrastructure The Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal will invest $7.5 billion to build out the first-ever national network of EV chargers in the United States. The deal is also a critical element in the Biden-Harris Administration’s plan to accelerate the adoption of EVs to address the climate crisis and support domestic manufacturing jobs. The deal will provide funding for deployment of EV chargers along highway corridors to facilitate long-distance travel and within communities to provide convenient charging where people live, work, and shop – and funding will have a particular focus on rural, disadvantaged, and hard-to-reach communities.

Clean School Buses The Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal will deliver thousands of electric school buses nationwide, including in rural communities, to help school districts across the country buy clean, American-made, zero

emission buses and replace the yellow school bus fleet for America’s children.

The deal invests in zero- and low-emission school buses, in addition to more than $5 billion in funding for public transit agencies to adopt low- and no-emissions buses.

These investments will drive demand for American-made batteries and vehicles, creating jobs and supporting domestic manufacturing, while also removing diesel buses from some of our most vulnerable communities. In addition, they will help the more than 25 million children and thousands of bus drivers who breathe polluted air on their rides to and from school. Diesel air pollution is linked to asthma and other health problems that hurt our communities and cause students to miss school, particularly in communities of color and Tribal communities.

Modern Infrastructure The Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal invests $17 billion in port infrastructure and $25 billion in airports to address repair and maintenance backlogs, reduce congestion and emissions near ports and airports, and drive electrification and other low-carbon technologies. Modern, resilient, and sustainable port, airport, and freight infrastructure will support U.S. competitiveness by removing bottlenecks and expediting commerce and reduce the environmental impact on neighboring communities.

Resilience The Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal is the largest investment in the resilience of physical and natural systems in American history. Millions of Americans feel the effects of climate change each year when their roads wash out, airport power goes down, or schools get flooded. People of color are more likely to live in areas most vulnerable to flooding and other climate change-related weather events. The deal makes our communities safer and our infrastructure more resilient to the impacts of climate change and cyber-attacks, with an investment of over $50 billion to protect against droughts, heat, and floods – in addition to a major investment in the weatherization of American homes.

jerseyshoreonline.com

The Southern Ocean Times, November 13, 2021, Page 9

Community neWS C LUB N EWS , A CTIVITIES , E VENTS & A NNOUNCEMENTS

Southern Regional Football News

–Photo courtesy Southern Regional MANAHAWKIN – Congratulations to the Southern Regional Football team on defeating Central Regional 17-14 on October 15 in the Emmett Boyd Classic. The game is in honor of former Southern Head Coach Emmett and former Central Regional Head Coach Boyd. Traditionally the contest is always a hard-fought game between the

Ocean County schools.

Special congratulations to Game MVPs, Southern’s Jaiden Brown and Central’s Chase Gumbrecht. They are pictured with Central Regional Athletic Director John Scran and Southern Regional Supervisor of Athletics Chuck Donohue Jr. Best of Luck to both teams the rest of the season.

Virtual Screening Of “The Pine Barrens”

LONG BEACH ISLAND – The Lighthouse International Film Society will be presenting a virtual screening of The Pine Barrens, by filmmaker David Scott Kessler. Kessler is a visual artist and filmmaker living in Philadelphia and Pew Center for Arts and Heritage Fellow. Kessler filmed The Pine Barrens over eight years, making this an experimental decade-long project that explores America’s most densely populated state’s surreal and often contradictory natural landscape.

The Pine Barrens is an award-winning, epic tone-poem documentary, telling the story of raging forest fires, crackling campfires that generate rebirth of the physical ecology and the identity of the land and its inhabitants. The film has live musical accompaniment from The Ruins

of Friendship Orchestra.

Once deemed inhospitable, now the Pinelands are home to many. For those living there, folklore and myth inexorably link their sense of identity to this diminishing island of darkness; 1.1 million acres of forested national reserve within the most densely populated state in the nation - New Jersey. The Pine Barrens is a celebration of nature!

Virtual Screening Available: November 11 to 14. Q & A with Filmmaker - November 13 at 7 p.m. The Pine Barrens Film: Tickets are $10. Tickets/Details visit lighthousefilmfestival.org.

Free for educators - from school or university email, name, school, level/course teaching. For details, email liffinfo@ gmail.com.

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

609.857.6000 • PO Box 211 • Lanoka Harbor, NJ 08734

www.funonwheelstours.com DEC. 2 QUEEN ESTHER @ SIGHT & SOUND

$128/pp

DEC. 13 CHRISTMAS AT LONGWOOD GARDENS

$129/pp

DEC. 14 CHRISTMAS WONDERLAND AT AMERICAN MUSIC THEATRE

$128/pp

DEC. 16 CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY CELEBRATION AT THE BROWNSTONES

$99/pp

DEC. 31 NEW YEARS AT NOON AT THE BROWNSTONES

$125/pp

Lunch before show at Shady Maple.

Includes Brandywine Museum, Lunch, Longwood Gardens.

Includes lunch at Shady Maple before show.

Includes 2 Drinks, Plated Lunch, Live Music, Dancing, Comedian

Includes 2 Drinks, Plated Lunch, Noon time New Year’s Countdown, Live Music, Dancing & Comedian

JAN. 12 THE MUSIC MAN ON BROADWAY STARRING HUGH JACKMAN & SUTTON FOSTER $174/pp Includes: 2pm performance, Mezzanine Seat (Rows C-J), free time before show for lunch.

MAR. 30 GOLDEN GIRLS MURDER MYSTERY AT PEDDLERS VILLAGE

Join us for a interactive show experience. Includes a Plated Lunch,Show, Free time in village

$106/pp

APR. 6-8 3 DAY CHERRY BLOOMS ON THE POTOMAC

$749/pp Dbl.Occ

MAY. 1-7 7 DAY SAVANNAH & CHARLESTON Southern Charm Tour

$1399/pp Dbl.Occ

MAY. 15-21 7 DAY MACKINAW ISLAND & DETROIT MUSIC CITY TOUR

$1594/pp Dbl.Occ

Package Includes: 2 Nights stay at the Beautiful Gaylord National Harbor Resort, Tobys Dinner Theatre, Lunch on The Odyssey Cruising the Potomac River with Live Music, Mt. Vernon Tour Home of Geroge Washington, 4 hour Highlight Guided Tour, Capital Wheel Ride, 2 Breakfasts, 1 Dinner 6 Nights lodging, 6 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 4 Dinners, Tea Plantation Tour, Guided highlights tour of Savannah & Charleston & much more.

Highlights include: 1 Night stay Mackinaw Island at The historic Grand Hotel.3 nights Drury Inn Troy, MI, 6 Nights Lodging, 6 Breakfasts. 4 Dinners, (1) 4 course Dinner at Grand Hotel, Lunch at the Grand buffet, 2 hr. Tour on Mackinaw Island via Horse Drawn Wagon, Round Trip Ferry Ride, Motown Dinner Cruise with Live Music, Detroit History Museum, Henry Ford Museum, F-150 Factory Tour, Motown Museum Tour

Always Included Bottled Water & Snacks, Company Escort, All Gratuities

Bus Departures Toms River (Exit 81 West Water Street NJT Station) • Lanoka Harbor (Walmart) Please Visit Our Website for All Upcoming Trips & Itineraries

jerseyshoreonline.com

Page 10, The Southern Ocean Times, November 13, 2021

Community neWS C LUB N EWS , A CTIVITIES , E VENTS & A NNOUNCEMENTS

Southern Girls’ Volleyball Scores Another Win

P.O. Box 521, Lakehurst, NJ 08733 • Phone: 732-657-7344 • Fax: 732-657-7388 email: news@jerseyshoreonline.com • jerseyshoreonline.com

MANCHESTER TIMES • BERKELEY TIMES • BRICK TIMES JACKSON TIMES • HOWELL TIMES • TOMS RIVER TIMES SOUTHERN OCEAN TIMES President & Publisher Stewart Swann

Vice President/COO

Distribution Manager

Jason Allentoff

Laura Hoban

News Editor

Assistant News Editor

Sales Manager

Chris Lundy

Bob Vosseller

Lorrie Toscano

Production Manager

Graphic Artist

Layout Designer

Allison Gradzki

Adriana Starcic

Murphy Miranda

Send your news tips, copy & letters to news@jerseyshoreonline.com

Published Weekly Copyright by Micromedia Publications, Inc. All material printed in The Times’ is copyrighted by Micromedia Publications, Inc. unless otherwise noted. The reproduction of the contents, in full or in part, is prohibited, unless permission is granted by Micromedia Publications, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

A FULL SERVICE LAW FIRM 189 Route 37 • Toms River, NJ (1/4 Mile W. of GSP) 74 Brick Blvd. • Brick, NJ (The Pavillion) 623 Lacey Rd. • Forked River, NJ

732-349-4949

Silvio M. Silvi Neil D. Honschke Ralph F. Fedele

• Personal Injury • Workers’ Compensation • Municipal Court • Wills / Living Wills / POA • Estate Probate • Estate Administration • Real Estate Closings

PROMPT & PROFESSIONAL REPRESENTATION

www.sfhlaw.com

–Photo courtesy Southern Regional MANAHAWKIN – Congratulations to the Southern Regional Girls’ Volleyball team on defeating Jackson Memorial 2-0 on Senior Night, October 13. Good Luck in the upcoming Shore Conference and NJSIAA Tournaments. Thank you, Seniors, for all you have done for Southern!

Holiday Rummage And Craft Fair

BARNEGAT – The holidays are less than two months away but the members of the Brighton at Barnegat Home Owners Association and Firewise organization have been planning for a Rummage and Craft Fair for weeks now.

Plan your holiday shopping around this event to be held on November 20 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Brighton at Barnegat Club House at 35 Brighton Road, just off of route 72 in Barnegat.

Handcrafted wreaths, soaps, cookies and more along with new and gently used items will be available. Refreshments will also be available.

The general public is welcome. As of press time, there were a few table spaces available. Call Linda Piccotti for further information on 908-812-3080.

Proceeds will benefit the Brighton at Barnegat HOA and the Brighton at Barnegat Firewise organization. Brighton at Barnegat is a Firewise community. The national Firewise USA recognition program provides a collaborative framework to help neighbors in a geographic area get organized, find direction, and take action to increase the ignition resistance of their homes and community and to reduce wildfire risks at the local level.

Annual Christmas Tree Lighting

STAFFORD – Stafford Township’s Annual Christmas Tree Lighting on December 3 at 6 p.m. at the Town Hall. Join friends, family and community members in kicking off the holiday season. There will be

entertainment, special guests, hot cocoa and refreshments from the coffee boutique.

For more information, contact Jen McBrien at 609-597-1000, ext. 8573 or email jmcbrien@staffordnj.gov.

Manahawkin Elks Kids Winter Coat Drive MANAHAWKIN – The Manahawkin Elks is hosting a kids winter coat drive.

Let’s keep out local kids warm! New coats only. Boys & girls, size infant

to XXL. Drop off coats at the Lodge, 520 Hilliard Blvd., and day between 12 and 7 p.m. now through November 30.

Woman’s Club To Host Meetings

STAFFORD – The Stafford Township Woman’s Club meetings are 12:30 to 2:30 p.m., the fourth Wednesday, September through June, at the Community Center, 260

East Bay Ave, Manahawkin. Join to start new friendships, to get involved in community activities and to share your ideas. Call Karen at 732-616-8699 for further information.

jerseyshoreonline.com

The Southern Ocean Times, November 13, 2021, Page 11

Community neWS C LUB N EWS , A CTIVITIES , E VENTS & A NNOUNCEMENTS

SR Cross Country Teams

–Photo courtesy Southern Regional MANAHAWKIN – Congratulations to the Southern Regional Boys Cross Country Varsity, JV, and Freshmen teams on winning the 2021 Ocean County Championships. Individual accomplishments included:

• Varsity runner up - Fabian Ramales • JV Champ - Jack DeHart • Freshmen Champ - Logan Baker Congratulations runners, coaches, parents, alumni and fans!

Retirement Community in Florida

AHS/Popcorn Park Fall Online Auction

FORKED RIVER – The Associated Humane Popcorn Park Shelter is holding their 4th Online Gift Auction November 11 through the 14 and they hope you’ll participate!

They hoped to go back to their, “BIG one” that’s been held every year for decades now in person, but with more restrictions coming down from the pandemic, it’s not worth the risk. The online auctions are a fun way to raise money that supports the animals at all three of their AHS shelters and the Popcorn Park Animal Refuge.

The auction begins at 5 p.m. on November 11 and ends at 5 p.m. November 14.

Check out the details at: 32auctions.com/ AHSfallauction.

They’re currently collecting donations of brand-new items (in box or with tags) and gift certificates. Donations can be dropped off anytime or sent to: AHS/Popcorn Park Gift Auction, 1 Humane Way, Forked River, NJ 08731.

Even if you don’t have anything to donate, make a donation here: ahscares.org, toward funding the auction. Every little bit helps!

Seeking Photos For 2022 Stafford Township Municipal Calendar

STAFFORD – Calling all photogs, collectors and anyone with lots of photos in their phones or an old album in the attic with pictures from around town!

The time has come again to begin selecting photos for the 2022 Stafford Township Municipal Calendar. They can be old or new, amateur or professional, people, places or things. The only rule is they have to be in

Stafford Township, of Stafford Township.

Remember that even if you have treasured historic photos, they can scan them and they can be returned to you immediately.

If you have photos you would like considered for next year, email them to jhazelton@ staffordnj.gov and use the subject line: Stafford Calendar 2022. Your photo may even be chosen for the cover!

Stafford Township Woman’s Club Fundraiser

STAFFORD – Join the Stafford Township Women’s Club on December 7 at the Surflight Theatre on LBI, for a 2 p.m. show of Ebenezer.

Get into the spirit of the season with a Charles Dickens classic. Bring the whole family to see this holiday favorite. Tickets

are $37 per person, made payable to “Stafford Township Woman’s Club” or “STWC.” If interested, dinner is planned at 5 p.m. at a restaurant nearby. Each person pays separately. Call Laury Hamilton at 732-407-2244 for reservations.

Anxiety Support Group Meets Weekly

WARETOWN – P.H.O.B.I.A., a panic and anxiety support group, meets every Wednesday 7 to 9 p.m. at St. Stephen’s Episcopal

Church, 367 Route 9 in Waretown. For more info call Cathy at 609-971-9110. You can also reach us at phobia@comcast.net.

1000 Lake Sumter Landing, The Villages, FL 32162

rosalba.olayos@thevillages.com

Page 12, The Southern Ocean Times, November 13, 2021

WE ARE OCEAN AND WE ARE HERE FOR YOU! OCC is fully remote so students can safely get their degree.

go.ocean.edu/hub hub@ocean.edu • 732-255-0479

Il Giardinello Ristorante

Serving Ocean County for 32 years

Stella Towne Center • 1232 Route 166 • Toms River

732-286-9111

Outdoor Dining Tues.-Sun. • OPEN 11:30AM-7:30PM • CLOSED Mondays Mondays NOW TAKING RESERVATIONS FOR INDOOR OR OUTDOOR DINING!

15% off takeout OR

10% off in-house dining Not Valid On Saturdays, holidays, or on deliveries.

Serving Lunch & Dinner Come Experience our Award-Winning Italian Cuisine!

Catering For All Occasions!

TAKE-OUT OR PICK-UP! Front Door or Curbside

DELIVERY SERVICE UPON REQUEST

for orders of $35 or more.

CATERING $185 for 10-12 people FAMILY PACKAGE for 10

Includes: Chicken Francese Penne Vodka • Stuffed Eggplant Rollatini Salad • Bread & Butter

www.ilgiardinello.com – GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE!

jerseyshoreonline.com

poliCe Blotter Stafford Trick Or Treater Given Marijuana Bears

By Bob Vosseller STA FFOR D – Police are lo ok i ng for t he p e r son or persons responsible for providing some trick or treaters with marijuana laced candy on Halloween.

Parents reported the incident to police yesterday that a bag of “Medic8-ed Nerdy Bears” was discovered in a child’s Hal lowe e n bag. T he ch ild had been trick-or-treating in the Ocean Acres area of the township.

According to an article from Masslive.com state attorneys general and public safety officials urged parents to keep a close eye on their children’s candy. They warned that treats appearing to be brand name candy could in fact be marijuana-laced edibles. That is what happened in Stafford Township but such incidents are rare.

Fred Harran who serves as public safety director in Bensalem, Pa. was quoted in the Masslive.com article saying “unfortunately, there’s a lot of –Photos Provided by the Stafford Police Department sick and evil people out there. (Above) This bag of Medic 8-ed Nerdy Bears that This is the world we live in.” contains cannibas was given out on Halloween in An expert on the subject told Stafford Township. Parents reported it to township The New York Times, that the police on November 1. (Bottom) The ingredients fear over nefarious chemicals on the back of this bag of Nerdy Bears show that it or items endings up in kids’ contains a percentage of cannibas in the product. c a nd y i s lo ng ove r blow n .

Delaware University Sociology Profes- often leads to litigation from the firms sor Joel Best has researched this topic whose names and food are replicated. for four decades and found virtually no Historically such incidents are, nearly evidence that anyone sets out to trick nonexistent, according to The New York or harm kids by putting razor blades, Times and Best’s research has uncovered needles, poison or drugs into Halloween very few cases of trick or treaters being candy. harmed by malicious substances in their Best said this year that THC-laced Halloween bags.

Ha l lowe e n c a ndy i s t he s u s p e c t e d As of press time, “there have no reports danger and public officials in multiple of any similar incidents th roughout states have warned of the probability Stafford Township. It appears to be an of individuals handing out cannabis isolated incident. Ever ything is still edibles disguised as normal snack foods under investigation, and we will update or candy. our social media sites if any new inforAlong with the Medic8-ed Nerdy Bears mation becomes available,” Stafford there are products such as “Stoney Police Captain James R. Vaughn said.

Pat ch” g u m m ies a nd “Double St u f Parents, as always, are advised to check Stoneos” and “Trips Ahoy” cookies. all of their children’s candy to ensure its There are also items such as “Worlds safety. To report additional incidents or Dankest Gushers,” “Gasheads Xtremes information, contact Detective Russel Sourfuls,” and “Buttafingazzz.” The list Dunfee at 609-597-1000 ext. 8444 or of imitation products is a long one and e-mail Rdunfee@staffordpolice.org.

Government 0fficials... Have news that you would like the community to be involved with? Let everyone know by placing a news release in this paper!

Send it to news@jerseyshoreonline.com.

jerseyshoreonline.com

The Southern Ocean Times, November 13, 2021, Page 13

poliCe Blotter 5 Ocean County Residents Arrested In Drug Bust

By Alyssa Riccardi LITTLE EGG HARBOR – A total of five Ocean County residents were arrested for possessing drugs after police found heroin, methamphetamine and more.

On November 5, officers from the Little Egg Harbor Police Department’s Street Crimes Unit implemented a court-authorized search warrant on a home located at 100 National Union Boulevard in Little Egg Harbor as part of a narcotics related investigation.

Subsequently, police discovered quantities of heroin, methamphet amine, oxycodone pills, and related use and distribution paraphernalia.

The following Ocean County residents were arrested in connection to the investigation: Yvonne Potts, 43, of Little Egg Harbor was ar rested, issued a summons for Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance and Maintaining a Nuisance, and released.

Trevor Frank, 30, of Tuckerton was arrested, charged on a warrant for three counts of Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance and Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance with Intent to Distribute, and lodged in Ocean

County Jail.

Darin McCormick, 32, of Little Egg Harbor was arrested, issued a summons for Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance, and released.

Robert Guiendon, 32, of Little Egg Harbor was arrested, issued a summons for Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance, and released.

Pamela McCormick, 55, of Tuckerton was arrested, issued a summons for two counts of Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance, and released.

Support in the execution of the warrant was provided by the Little Egg Harbor Patrol Division and the Ocean County S.W.A.T. Team.

The public is reminded that all defendants are innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

Anyone with information relating to the unlawful possession or distribution of controlled dangerous substances in the Little Egg Harbor area are asked to contact the Little Egg Harbor Police Department’s Street Crimes Unit at 609296-3666 ext. 178 or online at lehpolice. org/requests-forms/#tip.

Two Indicted In Teenager’s Overdose Death

By Alyssa Riccardi LITTLE EGG HARBOR – Two Ocean County residents are being indicted after providing a 16-year-old boy heroin and fentanyl that caused him to die of an overdose, police said.

David Belk, 45, and Stephanie O’Neill, 44, both of Little Egg Harbor, are being indicted on the following charges: Strict Liability Drug Induced Death, Endangering the Welfare of a Child, Distribution of Heroin, Possession of Heroin with Intent to Distribute and Possession of Heroin in connection to the teen’s death.

On July 3, Officers from the Little Egg Harbor Police Department responded to a home on East Susquehanna Drive regarding an unresponsive 16-year-old boy lying on the f loor. Officers immediately administered lifesaving techniques and af ter wards the you ng man was transported to Hackensack Meridian Southern Ocean Medical Center in Manahawkin, where he was subsequently pronounced deceased.

Investigation revealed that Heroin and Fentanyl were found inside the home.

Toxicolog y analysis conf ir med that Heroin and Fentanyl were present in the victim’s system and the Ocean County Medical Examiner’s Office determined these drugs as the teen’s cause of death.

As a result, Belk and O’Neill were charged with Strict Liability Drug Induced Death on August 26. That say day, O’Neill was taken into custody and was released by the court on home detention pursuant to New Jersey Bail Reform.

On August 27, Belk was apprehended in Atlantic City by the New Jersey Transit Police, and has been lodged in the Ocean County Jail since his apprehension.

Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer would like to acknowledge the diligent efforts of Senior Assistant Prosecutor Mara Brater who is handling the case on behalf of the State and commends the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit, Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office High Tech Crime Unit, Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Vitim Witness Advocacy Unit, Little Egg Harbor Township Police Department Detective Bureau, Little Egg Harbor Township Police Department Patrol Division, Ocean County Medical Examiner’s Office, and Ocean County Sheriff’s Office Crime Scene Investigation Unit, for their collaborative efforts in connection with this investigation.

The charges referenced are merely accusations and the public is reminded that all defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

I&G Farms is all about the

Holidays Please excuse our appearance as we prepare for the holiday season

COMING SOON...

• Beautifully Decorated Cemetery Blankets & Wreaths Created by I&G Designers • Balsam Fir Christmas Trees • Poinsettias • Holiday Décor

Buy Direct From Your Local Grower & Save!

Grown In Our Greenhouses!

Will be OPEN DAILY from 9am-5pm!

LIKE US ON FACEBOOK • IG FARMS 150 Whitesville Rd (Rt 527) • Jackson, NJ 732-364-0308 • IandGFarmsJackson.com Family Run For Over 33 Years!

RC R.C.SHEA S

&ASSOCIATES COUNSELLORS AT LAW

HAVE YOU BEEN INJURED IN AN ACCIDENT OR ON THE JOB? AUTO ACCIDENT, SLIP & FALL, DOG BITES, PRODUCT LIABILITY, MEDICAL MALPRACTICE AND WORKER’S COMPENSATION SERIOUS LEGAL MATTERS REQUIRE SERIOUS AND EXPERIENCED ATTORNEYS

KNOW YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS! (House Calls Available By Appointment) TOMS RIVER OFFICE 244 Main St., Toms River, NJ 08753 • (732) 505-1212 BERKELEY AREA (800) 556-7432 MANCHESTER AREA (732) 408-9455 BRICK AREA (732) 451-0800 VISIT US ON OUR WEBSITE AT: WWW. RCSHEA.COM

jerseyshoreonline.com

Page 14, The Southern Ocean Times, November 13, 2021

“I’d Be Dead,” Teen’s Actions Save Her From Massive Truck Explosion

–Photo by Denise Maynard The 3 a.m. explosion could be heard for miles, and it woke some people from sleep.

–Photo by Joe Morgan This drone photo shows how severe the damage was the next day after crews cleaned up the hazardous material.

By Alyssa Riccardi MANCHESTER – Imagine being a brand new driver at 18 years old and suddenly being in an explosive car accident that could have ended your life.

Marissa Patterson of Forked River explained how her gut recreation to the situation is what ultimately saved her life that day.

“The deer came out of nowhere and after I hit it, I spun out. My immediate reaction was to get out of the car. I’ve never been

While Marissa stood in a safe location and called police, a truck pulling a tanker trailer filled with 8,700 gallons of gasoline drove right into her car causing the truck to swerve and hit the concrete center barrier.

The cab separated from its trailer, went over the concrete barrier and came to a stop on the westbound shoulder of 37. The trailer then overturned causing the gasoline to spill and explode.

“It was really dark and there were no lights on that side of the road. I was telling

in a car accident before. I’m a fi rst-time driver, that was my first car,” Marissa said.

“I got out of my car and was on the phone with 911 telling them they needed to get my car out of the middle of the road so other people wouldn’t get hurt. Two minutes later the truck hit my car, flipped and blew up.”

At 3 a.m. on November 3, Marissa was driving east on Route 37 when a deer ran out in front of her car. As a result of hitting the deer, the car spun out and became disabled in the roadway, unable to be driven.

police they need to move my car quickly before another accident happened. Two minutes later the truck hit my car and exploded. It was like a bomb went off. It was super hot and the fumes were terrible,” Marissa said.

Miraculously, neither Marissa or the truck driver, Svilen Ivanov of Voorhees, were injured in the accident, according to Manchester Township Police.

Marissa’s mother Pamela said how this (Explosion - See Page 23)

jerseyshoreonline.com

GOP:

Continued From Page 1 very popular in this GOP stronghold. In fact, Christie was fond of saying that it was Ocean County’s powerful turnout for him that made him governor.

Jersey Shore Online went back three decades, looking at the vote tallies for governor races, and learned that Ciattarelli did better this year than any candidate in any governor’s race for at least 30 years.

All of these historical figures are from gubernatorial election years, and the Republican candidate is listed fi rst.

By way of comparison, in 2017, Kim Guadagno received 98,135 votes in 2017 to Murphy’s 56,582.

In 2013, Chris Christie received 125,781 votes to Barbara Buono’s 37,930.

In 2009, Chris Christie received 124,238 votes to Jon Corzine’s 53,761.

In 2005, Doug Forrester received 93,693 votes to Jon Corzine’s 71,953.

In 2001, Bret Schundler received 77,726 votes to James McGreevey’s 84,538.

In 1997, Christine Todd Whitman received 84,140 votes to James McGreevey’s 57,354.

In 1993, Christine Todd Whitman received 87,943 votes to Jim Florio’s 78,132.

In 1989, Jim Courter received 62,700 votes to Jim Florio’s 83,587.

Jersey Shore Online stopped there, but the figures would have probably continued to trend down. The population in the county in the 1980s was much lower than it is now. Perhaps Ciattarelli received the highest number of votes in Ocean County’s entire history, at least in governor races.

Of course, this is just raw data. It doesn’t include the issues that were happening during these years that might make people run to the polls more. For example, a hotly contested local election will bring more people out to vote for a town issue, and while they are there, they vote for other spots on the ballot as well.

That may have been the case this year.

For example, Toms River had four council seats, two board of education seats and an open space referendum on the ballot.

This, combined with a nasty election cycle, brought people to the polls in droves. Brick and Manchester also had mayoral elections this year, and there were serious school board contests in towns

The Southern Ocean Times, November 13, 2021, Page 15 like Jackson and Barnegat. Lacey had a question about marijuana businesses in town. Jackson, Lacey and Barnegat have high percentages of Republicans, and the mayoral competition in Manchester was between two Republicans.

While local races take a “micro” look at these numbers, we shouldn’t ignore the “macro.” Every election – especially since 2016 - has been about more than just the people on the ballot. Residents

cast their votes based on what they think the country should be doing, even if the local politicians have no say in the great scheme of things.

For example, the New Jersey governor might not have a lot of power when it comes to the U.S. immigration policy, but the messages put out by Republicans and Democrats trickle down to each place below them. A Republican upset with Joe Biden will likely go to the polls to

vote against the Democrat governor, for example.

Additionally, midterm elections are usually won by whoever is not in power.

After Donald Trump won in 2016, Democrats made strides in the 2018 election.

Biden won in 2020, so pundits are already predicting that the pendulum will swing to the right in 2022’s midterms. Perhaps Ciattarelli’s strong vote totals show that people weren’t going to wait until 2022.

jerseyshoreonline.com

Page 16, The Southern Ocean Times, November 13, 2021

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)

Dr. Isidore Kirsh Ph.D., F.A.A.A.

5 Reasons To Visit Us This Winter

Read The SOUTHERN OCEAN TIMES

on your...

DESKTOP

SMARTPHONE

TABLET

Powered by issuu.com!

JERSEYSHOREONLINE.COM

As the year winds down and we begin to look forward to the festivities and social reconnections that accompany the colder months, it’s time to consider paying us a visit! Here are five excellent reasons to make an appointment with your hearing specialist this winter season.

1 Ear Inspection: Cold weather can harden earwax, causing discomfort and muffled hearing. Otoscopic examination will reveal whether you need removal of wax (cerumen) or not. If so, we would refer you to an ENT and/or your primary care doctor so they can take of the issue.

2 Tinnitus That ringing, humming, or buzzing in your ear that no one else seems to hear isn’t all in your head — it may be tinnitus, which can be associated with hearing loss or another underlying health issue. We can help get to the bottom of why it’s happening and reduce its impact on your life. Studies have also shown that tinnitus can be more prominent during weather changes, so don’t hesitate to investigate.

3 Warranty Expiration Depending on when you purchased your hearing aids, your warranty may be expiring soon. We can help maximize and protect your investment by cleaning, checking, and performing selected repairs while the devices remain under warranty.

4 New Tech Once your devices are more

than four years old, we recommend checking whether they’re still meeting your needs.

From Bluetooth to telehealth compatibility, we can offer the perfect option to customize your hearing experience and filter out the annoying background noise that comes with busy shopping centers and family gatherings.

If you’re due for an upgrade, we can fit you with the latest model to keep you hearing everything you want and nothing you don’t.

5 Hearing Aid Tune-Ups & Extra Batteries Winter is a tough season for your hearing aids. Low temperatures affect the functionality of nearly all personal electronics and drain batteries quickly. Changes in temperature can create condensation, which can cause problems. Bring your aids in for a tune-up and inspection. We can ensure they are in great shape, as well as send you home with a dehumidifier to store them in and extra batteries. If you’re wearing rechargeable battery hearing aids, let us check the “health” of the battery before your warranty expires.

Has it been a while since we last saw you?

We miss you! Make the most of your winter festivities by scheduling an appointment with our caring team today.

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!

Our Services • General Dentistry - Digital x-rays - Oral cancer screening

• Cosmetic Dentistry - Bonding - Implant Restorations - Invisalign - Porcelain Crowns - Veneers - Zoom In-Office Whitening

• Surgical Procedures • Cosmetic Injections/Fillers Follow us on social media!

Team Family Dental 853 Mill Creek Road Manahawkin, NJ 08050

609-978-7440 www.teamfamilydentalnj.com

jerseyshoreonline.com

The Southern Ocean Times, November 13, 2021, Page 17

H ERE ’ S T O Y OUR H EALTH Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Are You Getting A Great Deal, Or A Great Deal Of Junk?

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Today’s article is about vitamins. I’m a big believer in nutrients, if they appropriately target a health concern, or a metabolic pathway.

If you can get 500 pills for $9.99, how good do you suppose those are after you add in the cost for the label, the bottle and cap, the neck seal, the desiccant and the cause for sourcing each ingredient? Do you assume the manufacturer is doing due diligence and testing the purity of their formula at a reputable FDA-inspected laboratory… and if so, is the price worked into the formula you just bought for less than 10 bucks?

Testing costs in the thousands, and it’s often factored into the formula’s final price. Then there’s freight. There’s so much, so again, let me ask you: If you can get 500 pills for $9.99, do you think they’re any good?

You don’t have to be a mathematical genius, to know there’s virtually pennies left to invest in the actual ingredients if the whole bottle is 10 dollars!

I get especially irked when I see companies preying on people, especially the elderly.

With reduced kidney and liver function after age 70 for example, all those unnecessary ingredients, fillers, lubricants and colorants add to the physical burden.

Let’s take magnesium or vegetable stearate for example. Most vitamins contain this ingredient. A “stearate” is a lubricant added to machinery to make the machines pump out the pills faster, and more efficient, without messing up the gears on the equipment. It is not absolutely necessary and in my humble

opinion, it kind of ‘bubble wraps’ a formula.

Some scientists say it breaks down in your stomach acid, whereas other scientists feel that stearates interfere with prevents proper breakdown and absorption of nutrients.

I don’t think you need a bazillion probiotics in your formula! These little bacteria are pitched to you as “friendly” but how friendly are they if your own body spots them and sees them as a pathogen? Use of a formula that isn’t right for you may cause an autoimmune illness.

I don’t want you to be intimidated by fancy labels, or celebrities pitching you stuff. I want you to think it through, and realize that what I’m saying makes sense. There’s some truth to the adage, “vitamins make expensive urine” but that’s only if you buy cheap stuff that doesn’t even work.

What about bug-derived ingredients? Yes, for sure, some red pills contain carmine, a beautiful and natural red colorant. Carmine comes from crushed up beetle juice basically!

When you see a study that trashes a vitamin or suggests it impacts your lifespan in a negative way, please think. There have been several in the past years. One reason is because the researchers are studying the impact of inactive precursor chemicals, not on real nutrients that your body recognizes.

If they were to test their subjects with bodyready, bio-identical nutrients, the results would likely be more promising! If you’d like to read the longer version of this article, I can email it to you after you 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.

jerseyshoreonline.com

Page 18, The Southern Ocean Times, November 13, 2021

Dear Joel

By Joel Markel

Handling Holiday Gift Shortages

Dear Joel, I’m working on my grandkids Christmas lists and I’m concerned about the stores not having enough items. Any suggestions?

Answer: It is getting harder to find items in stores and online. Why not make this the year you and your grandkids work on a project together? Maybe you could both each grow a fast-growing amaryllis and share pictures with each other. You could also try taking a class together like ceramics or

painting. You could also try scheduling an adventure day together to learn about some local landmarks. You’ll build memories that will last a long time.

Thanks for writing, Joel Write to joel@preferredcares.com.

His radio show, “Preferred Company” airs Monday through Friday from 8 to 10 a.m. on preferredradio. com and 1160 & 1310 WOBM-AM.

If you or anyone else is in need of home health care, call Preferred at 732-840-5566 (800603-CARE (2273). “Home health care with feeling. (“Home Health Care with Feeling”)

Sewing Workshops

LACEY – Sewing and crafting made simple with Crafty Katie. Using fabric, yarn, ribbons and buttons let your creativity flow.

Lacey Recreation has announced a Sewing Workshop at the Lacey Recreation Classroom from 12 to 2 p.m. The dates

for the classes are: December 12 (Winter Theme); and January 23.

The workshop is open to those ages 13 and up. Fee is $40. Registration is now open for all Fall Programs! You can register for Sewing Workshop and all other Fall Programs at register.capturepoint.com/laceytownship.

jerseyshoreonline.com

The Southern Ocean Times, November 13, 2021, Page 19

R.C. Shea & Assoc.

Inside The Law Workers’ Compensation Basics

Robert C. Shea Esq.

By: Robert C. Shea, Esq. & Christopher R. Shea of R.C. Shea & Associates In New Jersey, if you sustain an injury arising out of or in the course of your employment, you are entitled to certain benefits under the law. This is more specifically set forth in the New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Act. Primarily, should your injury require medical attention, the Workers’ Compensation carrier for your employer is to provide this to you. The insurance carrier pays for reasonable and necessary medical care until you reach a medical plateau. In turn, however, the insurance carrier does have the right to direct your medical care. In other words, the insurance carrier has the opportunity to choose the physicians with whom you treat, as well as the facilities where any treatment or therapy is administered.

In the event that your injury is such that you are medically unable to work for more than seven (7) days, the New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Act provides that the insurance company is to pay temporary disability benefits. This entitles you to seventy percent (70%) of your wages, up to the statutory maximum for the year in which you sustained the injury. These payments continue until the authorized physician permits you to return to work or until you reach a medical plateau, whichever is sooner.

Should permanent effects of your injury remain after achieving a medical plateau, you may be entitled to benefits to compensate for those permanent effects.

This is based on a statutory value determined according to the part of your body

which was injured Christopher R. Shea Esq. and the permanent residuals of your treatment and injury. This process prog resses after your physician has returned you to gainful employment.

In the event that you are deemed medically unable to return to work, you may be entitled to total disability benefits.

The questions often arises, “What happens if I am injured during the course of my duties as a volunteer for a municipality?” It has been determined that volunteer fi refighters, fi rst aid or rescue squad workers, ambulance drivers, forest fi re wardens or fi refighters, board of education members and auxiliary or special reserve police officers are provided for within the Workers’ Compensation Act in New Jersey.

Although, as a volunteer as listed above one would not have been compensated for the acts performed within the scope of that position, if injured while performing those duties, and medically unable to work, you would be entitled to compensation at the maximum rate for the year of that injury. Furthermore, the injured volunteer is entitled to reasonable and necessary medical treatment as if an employee. In the event that the volunteer suffers permanent residuals from the injury in question, the volunteer would also have the right to seek payment for those residuals, the same as if a paid employee.

Our clients’ success is our greatest reward.

732-505-1212 • RCSHEA.COM

OCEAN COUNTY NJ ONLINE

Your Gateway Resource to Ocean County NJ Information

♦ Ocean County Events ♦ Community Information ♦ Business Listings

www.OceanCountyNJOnline.com

Your Web Connection to Southern Ocean County NJ

Community Information Events • Local News www.SouthernOceanCountyOnline.com

jerseyshoreonline.com

Page 20, The Southern Ocean Times, November 13, 2021

photo oF the WeeK

P&K FIREARMS & AMMO INC. (609) 597-4646

PAUL ORLANDO

ffl dealer/owner

USED FIRE ARMS WANTED! ALL TYPES: COLLECTIBLES, MILITARY, ETC. Call 609-597-4646 OR 917-681-6809 63 east bay ave, manahawkin, nj 08050 new/used/military » buy/sell/trade pkfirearmsnammo.com

–Photo by Kylie Monica The Barnegat Lighthouse, also known by its nickname “Old Barney,” sits on the northern tip of Long Beach Island. Construction began in 1835 and it was first lit in 1857. The top of the lighthouse is accessible via its 217 steps and continues to attract locals and tourists each year.

50 LACEY ROAD • WHITING, NJ 08759

GREAT BENEFIT PACKAGE INCLUDING: Medical • Dental • Vision • 401k Tuition Reimbursement AND SO MUCH MORE! Come work with a great team and have a rewarding career caring for others in a wonderful community!

Please contact Linda Duddy, Recruitment Coordinator for more information at 732-430-3670.

jerseyshoreonline.com

The Southern Ocean Times, November 13, 2021, Page 21

CLASSIFIEDS Items Wanted

Help Wanted

Buying A House? - A simple tip that can save you $7,000 in your closing costs. 732-569-4607.

(48)

U s e d G u n s Wa n t e d - A l l types: collectibles, military, etc.

Call 917-681-6809. (t/n)

Waretown, NJ - Looking to purchase 3 Bedroom home in Greenbrier Oceanaire. Would prefer loft unit with privacy. Call or text 973476-1499. Appreciated.

(48)

Entire Estates Bought - Bedroom/dining sets, dressers, cedar chests, wardrobes, secretaries, pre-1950 wooden furniture, older glassware, oriental rugs, paintings, bronzes, silver, bric-a-brac.

Call Jason at 609-970-4806. (t/n)

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

Real Estate

Personals Woman 55+ - Attractive, young at heart, financially independent, honest and trustworthy - interested in meeting a gentleman of color for dating and travel. Monmouth county area. 848-218-2340 (48) Single Senior Male - Seeks a local senior female who likes oldies music, classic cars and vintage movies. Please call 732-269-1206. (48)

Help Wanted Home Health Care Company Now Hiring RN’s, LPN’s and CHHA in Ocean & Monmouth Counties!

Flexible scheduling. Work in your community. Weekly pay. Career advancement. Comprehensive benefits. Call 732-505-8000 today. (t/n)

Estate Sale

Destino's - Hiring all positions drivers, counter, kitchen, full or part time available. Apply in store only.

2042 West CountyLine Road.

(48)

Items For Sale

IMMEDIATE JOB OPENINGS We are hiring Certified Home Health Aides − CHHA. Licensed Practical Nurse − LPN. Registered Nurses − RN. Direct Support Professional − DSP Fill application on-line at Sabahomehealthcare.com or call us at 732-797-0700. Please send resume to ssalu@sabahhc.com. (t/n)

E S TAT E S A L E - 11 C h e l sea Drive, Whiting. SAT & SUN, NOV 6 & 7. SAT & SUN, NOV 13 & 14. 8 a.m.-3 p.m.

(48)

Cabbage Patch Dolls Fisher Price old toys, very good condition. Various pretty holiday decor, beautiful porcelan dolls, lennox, china decor. 609-312-6747.

(47) Puerto Rican Pasteles $3.50 each, $40 dozen. Made to order.

Vacuum sealed. Cary 908-770-8537.

Allow one week turnaround time. (47) Avon Sale - For the hoildays, gift or any time. Make up, eyeliner, eye shadow, perfume, etc. Call for brochure 732-773-5078.

(48)

Items Wanted COSTUME/ESTATE JEWELRY Looking to buy costume/estate jewelry, old rosaries and religious medals, all watches and any type of sterling silver, bowls, flatware candlesticks or jewelry. Same day house calls and cash on the spot.

5 percent more with this AD. Call Peggy at 732-581-5225. (t/n) $$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ Jewelry and watches, costume jewelry, sterling silver, silverplate, medals, military items, antiques, musical instruments, pottery, fine art, photographs, paintings, statues, old coins, vintage toys and dolls, rugs, old pens and postcards, clocks, furniture, bric-a-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid.

Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius. 732-364-7580. (t/n) CASH PAID!! LP records - stereos, turntables, musical instru-ments, guitar, saxophone, CD’s, reel tapes, music related items. Come to you.

732-804-8115.

(47) CASH, CASH, CASH! - Instant cash paid for junk cars, trucks, vans. Free removal of any metal items. Discount towing. Call Dano 732-239-3949. (t/n) Cash - Top dollar, paid for junk, cars running and nonrunning, late model salvage, cars and trucks, etc. 732-928-3713.

(17) Vinyl Records Wanted - Paying cash for LP albums, Rock, Jazz, Reggae, Blues, Metal. Very good condition only, Call Rick 908-616-7104.

(49)

Micromedia Publications, Inc. is hiring full-time outside sales representatives to sell print & digital advertising packages to area businesses. Sales experience is a plus, but not a requirement. Qualified candidates must be creative, energetic, willing to work hard under deadline pressure and have the ability to canvass, cold call, prospect and close a deal. Salary, bonus, benefits are offered. To apply, email cover letter and resume to VP Jason Allentoff, jallentoff@jerseyshoreonline.com .

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

Call or email for details 732-341-4825 info@Silverwoodsliving.com. (t/n) P/T 1st CLASS Conventional Machinist - wanted weekdays for small Lakewood Mfr. Call 732-367-3100 x 107.

(47) Animal Lovers - Volunteers needed to help feed homeless cats 1 or 2 days weekly. Call 732-3672932, leave message.

(47) Custodian - Part Time - Crestwood Village Co-Op 2. Evenings and Saturday mornings. 13 hours per week. Stop at Harmony Hall to complete an application.

(47) HIRING NOW!! The Goddard School of Toms River Route 70 is urgently hiring Assistant Teachers and Teacher Aides to float between the Infant through School Age classrooms.

No teaching experience necessary.

On-the-job training provided. Multiple PT and FT positions available.

Call 732-363-5530 or email dtomsriver2nj3@goddardschools.com to schedule an interview today! (t/n) The Goddard School of Toms River Route 70 is urgently hiring Assistant Teachers and Teacher Aides to float between the Infant through School Age classrooms. No teaching experience necessary. On-the-job training provided. Multiple PT and FT positions available. Call 732-363-5530 or email dtomsriver2nj3@goddardschools. com to schedule an interview today!

Bus Drivers Needed - For the Toms River Regional Schools Transportation Department. $20 per hour, please apply on our website at www. trschools.com under substitute/part time employment. $22.50 is the sub rate. $3,000 for someone with CDL with S,P, and airbrakes, and $1,000 for someone without the CDL and endorsements, but who is willing to be trained and get the CDL and endorsements. (46)

Services Computer Tutoring for Seniors – Retired, “Microsoft Certified” instructor. Very Reasonable rates. Very patient with slow learners. I’ll teach you in the comfort of your home on your computer. I can trouble shoot your slow computer! I also teach iPhone and iPad. I set up new computers at less than half the price the retailers charge. Windows 10 specialist. I can also build a beautiful small business website at a fraction of the going rates. Special Projects always welcome! Tony 732-997-8192. (t/n) Bobs Waterproofing - Basement and crawlspace waterproofing. Mold testing, removal and prevention.

Family owned. Fully licensed and insured. Call Bob 732-616-5007. (t/n) ALL American Home Health Aides Experienced experts in the field of trauma and recovery. Holistic approach to healing-nutrition, physical therapy, and quality of life improvements.

Hourly or live in. Honest, hardworking, etc. Includes housekeeping, rides to doctors/pleasure. Skip the rest, come to the best. 732-664-3605 (t/n) Nor’easter Painting and Staining, LLC - Interior and exterior. Decks, powerwashing. Affordable. Senior discounts. References. No job too small. Fully insured. 732-6910123. Lic #13VH09460600. (19) GENERAC Standby Generators provide backup power during utility power outages, so your home and family stay safe and comfortable. Prepare now. Free 7-year extended warranty ($695 value!). Request a free quote today! Call for additional terms and conditions. 1-833-901-0309. (t/n) APlus Home Improvements - Over 30 years experience. Fully licensed and insured and bonded. We Do It All. No Job Too Small. Give Us A Call. Senior discounts offered.

HOLIDAY SPECIAL book now for our team to hang your exterior holiday lights and exterior decorations!

Call Duane 908-278-1322.

(47) Two great new offers from AT&T Wireless! Ask how to get the new iPhone 11 or Next Generation Samsung Galaxy S10e ON US with AT&T's Buy one, Give One offer. While supplies last! CALL 1-877-373-0131.

Handyman Service - Carpentry, masonry, painting repairs large and small. 40 years experience.

Call Jim 732-674-3346.

(39) Caregiver/Companion - Reliable and caring for you or a loved one.

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

(35)

Services PQ Painting & Home Improvement Services - Over 5 decades of service in NJ. Visit us online at pqpaintingservice.com. Winner of Angie’s List Super Service Award. Free estimates, reasonable rates, fully licensed and insured NJ Lic #13VH06752800. Call 732500-3063 or 609-356-2444. (t/n) ENJOY 100% guaranteed, delivered-to-the-door Omaha Steaks!

Get 8 FREE Filet Mignon Burgers!

Order The Delightful Gift this holiday season- ONLY $99.99.

Call 1-888-678-0501 and mention code 65658LPJ or visit www. omahasteaks.com/https://www. omahasteaks.com/thegift1084. (t/n) At Your Attention: Non Agency Family Team Companions, Caregivers, LPN, 25 plus years experience. Your Peace of Mind, Our Promise! Call or text JoAnn 732-278-3770 - Thank You. (46)

Services

Services

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

(19)

C H E A P PA I N T I N G D O N E RIGHT - Free est. Fully ins. Over 35yrs exp. Call 732-506-7787, Cell 646-643-7678.

(43)

DENTAL INSURANCE from Physicians Mutual Insurance Company.

Coverage for 350 plus procedures.

Real dental insurance - NOT just a discount plan. Do not wait! Call now! Get your FREE Dental Information Kit with all the details!

1-866-749-3077 www.dental50plus. com/micro #6258. (t/n) Band Instrument Lessons In your home, with a state certified, vaccinated, techer of music!

Call 732-350-4427. Seniors and beginners welcome!

(47) A+ cleaning service - homes, offices, Air BNB’s, shopping. Thorough, reliable, honest, excellent references. Senior discounts, free estimates.

Call Barbara 732-948-4730.

(46)

Roofing Repairs Etc. - Roofing, siding, windows. Repairs on small jobs.

Utility shed roofs replaced. Prompt service. Insured. Gutters cleaned.

Call Joe Wingate 551-804-7391. (16) LANDSCAPING - Restorations, Repairs, Stones, Mulch, Sod Installs, Hedges, Shrubs, Bushes, Downed Branches Trimmed & Removed, Demolition, Cleanouts, ect., Dumpster service provided by A901 Licensed Hauler ect. MAN WITH VAN LLC. Jim 609-335-0330 HIC# 13vh10806000.

NO JOB TOO SMALL! (15) Life Alert. One press of a button sends help FAST, 24/7! At home and on the go. Mobile Pendant with GPS. FREE First Aid Kit (with subscription.) CALL 877707-2722 FREE Brochure. (t/n)

1. Below, circle the heading you would like your ad to appear under:

• Estate/Garage/Yard Sales • Items Wanted • For Rent

• Auto For Sale • Help Wanted • Real Estate

• Items For Sale • Services • Other

clearly your ad as you want it to read. Include Phone # within 2. Print ad below (counts as 1 word). Use separate sheet if necessary.

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

You are responsible for checking your ad the first time it runs and notifying us of any errors. If we make an error, we will correct it and rerun the ad. We will not be responsible for multiple insertions if you do not call us after the first ad run. No refunds for classified ads. Newspapers are available at our office.

Please feel free to stop in and check your ad.

Calculate Price As Follows:

3. 1 week* at $29.95 for 20 words + $0.40 ea. add’tl word

= $

2 weeks* at $44.95 for 20 words + $0.40 ea. add’tl word = $ 3 weeks* at $60.95 for 20 words + $0.40 ea. add’tl word = $

4 weeks* at $74.95 for 20 words + $0.40 ea. add’tl word = $

Total = $

*In order to qualify for discounts, the same ad must run over the requested weeks.

check payable in advance to Micromedia Publications, or fill in 4. Make MASTERCARD/VISA/AMERICAN EXPRESS – NO DISCOVER – info. below:

Credit Card#

Exp.

Cardholder Signature:

Print Name:

MAIL TO: PO Box 521, Lakehurst, NJ 08733.

5. Credit Card Orders Only can be faxed to: 732-657-7388.

Or go to jerseyshoreonline.com to place your classified.

include your BIlling address and contact phone number (this is required) 6. Please Address Town Phone Number

ZIP

Deadline For Classified Ads: 12pm Monday (For that Saturday’s publications)

CLASSIFIEDS CANNOT BE PLACED OVER THE PHONE. If you have any questions, please call Ali 732-657-7344 ext. 203.

jerseyshoreonline.com

Page 22, The Southern Ocean Times, November 13, 2021

Around the JerSey Shore Toms River Alum Awarded Nobel Peace Prize

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 Phil-

ippines 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 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 (Nobel - See Page 24)

BUSINESS DIRECTORY FREE

POWER WASHING BY

ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS HERE!

ESTIMATES

Replacements & New Install of Heating & Air Conditioning Units

891 Rt. 37 West • Toms River, NJ 08755 HEATING • AIR CONDITIONING Serving All of Ocean & Monmouth Counties

1-800-688-TEMP • www.caretemp.com

POWER WASHING PLUS, LLC GUTTER CLEANING Hot Water & Soap Exterior Cleaning Houses • Patios • Walkways • Roofs

Senior & Veteran Discounts

732-415-8762

US Navy Veteran Owned & Operated Insured Lic.# 13VH10994000

CHOOSE FROM ANY OR ALL PAPERS: Toms River Times • Manchester Times Berkeley Times • Brick Times • Jackson Times Howell Times • Southern Ocean Times

FREE Estimates!

CALL 732.657.7344 TODAY TO SPEAK WITH A SALES REP!

175 Bartley Road • Jackson, NJ 08527 732-370-4700 • www.bartleyhealthcare.com

SEASONAL CLEAN-UPS Yard Clean-Ups Tree Removal & Trimming Gutter Cleaning Mulching • Odd Jobs

609-971-0242 License# 13VH02103100

LEONARDO LGD PAINTING • Exterior Painting • Interior Painting • Power Washing • Wallpaper Removal

.com

• Decorative Moldings • Faux Painting FREE • Deck Staining ESTIMATES • Floor Epoxy

We Also Do Sheetrock & Spackle Repairs!

With This Ad. Lic. No 13VH04848400

732-300-6251

Since 1928

$25 OFF

PLUMBING • HEATING • COOLING

With This Ad

CALL TODAY FOR FAST FRIENDLY SERVICE

•Service Contracts • Water Heaters • Boilers • Furnaces • Air Conditioning • Gas Conversions • Tubs/Grab Bars • Sinks/Faucets • Bath & Kitchen Remodeling • FREE ESTIMATES

Instant Financing Available

732-349-3322 • 732-892-3322 • 732-367-3322 Ronald Schultz NJ Master Plumber Lic #12170

NJ HIC Lic# 13VH01340700

www.lezgusplumbing.com

jerseyshoreonline.com

Explosion:

Continued From Page 14 incident can really bring awareness to other drivers who get into a car accident.

“Marissa didn’t understand at fi rst why everyone was making a big deal out of it.

I tried to explain to her that… you could be saving people’s lives. You get into an accident, exit regardless,” Pamela said.

“My other daughter said how if it was her,

The Southern Ocean Times, November 13, 2021, Page 23 she would have stayed in the car and waited for the police to come because she’s afraid of the dark… if Marissa didn’t leave her car, she would be dead.”

“At the moment I’m avoiding looking at any photos or videos from the accident because it’s scary,” Marissa explained. “But I have not been able to get in contact with the driver of the truck at all. It actually kind of bothers me because I honestly wanted to make sure that he was ok.”

Officials Concerned Over Closing Of Bank Locations

By Chris Lundy OCEAN COUNTY – Local officials said they are worried that the transition to online banking is going to hurt the senior population, as brick and mortar banks close.

According to the NJ Division of Banking, the following local branches are closing: • Barnegat: OceanFirst, 845 W. Bay Ave. • Berkeley: Kearny Bank, 425 Route 9 • Berkeley: OceanFirst, 791 Route 9 • Freehold: OceanFirst, 34 East Main St. • Manasquan: Kearny Bank, 155 Main Street • Point Pleasant: OceanFirst, 3100 Route 88 • Point Pleasant Beach: 701 Arnold Ave. • Red Bank: OceanFirst, 140 Broad St. • Spring Lake Heights: OceanFirst, 2401 Route 71 • Tinton Falls: OceanFirst, 4050 Asbury Ave. • West Long Branch: OceanFirst, 359 Monmouth Road Commissioner Joseph Vicari said Ocean County has more than 200,000 senior citizens. Some of them can’t afford computers and the monthly internet costs that come with them. Many are unfamiliar or unwilling to try online banking.

Additionally, seniors are targeted by scammers, he said. A common scam is to convince the victim to send a money order. A bank teller is trained to look for red flags that one of their customers is being scammed. An online bank isn’t going to prevent that from happening.

“It hurts the most vulnerable,” he said. “The only people who benefit are the CEOs and shareholders.”

Although OceanFirst was one of the more visible changes – because they are a local chain – Vicari said it is happening with all branches, noting TD Bank and Santander.

Berkeley Mayor Carmen Amato spoke out against the closure of their local OceanFirst because that’s the bank the municipality does business with. The Township Council adopted a resolution urging it to stay open.

“A lot of seniors like to go to the bank branch. They don’t care to do it online. They would probably go to another bank,” he said.

“Expanding digital banking is not going to help them.”

“For almost 120 years, OceanFirst Bank has been providing financial services solutions to our neighbors at the Jersey Shore,” said George Destafney, President Central Region OceanFirst Bank. “Our customers expect and deserve a variety of choices to bank safely and securely and at OceanFirst we continue to offer the latest digital and branch options to assist our customers 24/7.

“During the pandemic, more and more of our customers chose digital banking as their preferred way of accessing their accounts. As a result, our customers are using our branches less so we will be consolidating several locations in December 2021 and January 2022,” he said. “Simultaneously, we are also investing in our branches that will continue to deliver in-person banking.

“In December 2020, our branch on Hooper Avenue in Toms River was transformed and in addition to in-person branch banking, now offers our customers access to their accounts via virtual teller,” he said, noting that the bank spends extra time helping them understand how to use them.

In-person services will continue at the locations at Route 37 West, Route 70 near Lake Ridge, Forked River, and Whiting.

“Ocean County has always been home to OceanFirst and we are in the final stages of building a new 80,000 square foot building to expand our headquarters on Hooper Avenue in Toms River,” he said.

In regards to seniors – or anyone – being a victim of scam, he said that fraud prevention is a top priority. So far in 2021, staff have prevented or recovered approximately $9 million in more than 200 check fraud cases involving customers.

“We know that senior citizens are particularly vulnerable to financial exploitation which is why we provide ongoing training for our employees and regularly share information about scams directed at our senior neighbors,” Destafney said. “Our security team is available to visit local groups to share tips for spotting different types of scams and has many videos available as well.”

Kearny Bank did not return phone calls for this story.

LEH Police Emergency Alerts

LITTLE EGG HARBOR – The Little Egg Harbor Police Department wants you and your family to be safe and informed during emergencies in the area. Information is key and police strongly encourage you

to sign up to receive text message alerts directly from LEHPD. Registering is easy; simply text your zip code to 888777 and you’ll be informed and instructed when necessary.

CHIMNEYS • GUTTERS • ROOFING • MASONRY

Busy Bee

Chimney & Gutter Cleaning • New Roofs Steps & Sidewalks

$39 CHIMNEY CLEANING – $85 GUTTER CLEANING

10% OFF WITH THIS AD

Owned & Operated by Mike Umstead

732-240-0488

HIC #13VH06729000

jerseyshoreonline.com

Page 24, The Southern Ocean Times, November 13, 2021

Nobel:

Continued From Page 22 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.

“Holiday In The Park” Returns This Season At Six Flags

By Alyssa Riccardi JACKSON – Showcasing millions of glittering lights, festive foods, thrilling, new rides, and holiday entertainment, Six Flags Great Adventure’s winter festival Holiday in the Park returns this holiday season.

Also returning this year is the Holiday in the Park Drive-Thru Experience that debuted last year. Catch Six Flags transform into a winter wonderland from November 13 through January 9. The experience will give guests two ways to experience the joy of the holidays. Coordinated sights, sounds, scents and attractions will give each section a distinct character. The events are included with all active Memberships and Season Passes.

“Holiday in the Park and our Drive-Thru Experience deliver world-class entertainment for all ages and unparalleled thrills that only Six Flags Great Adventure can provide,” Park President John Winkler said. “Both events provide a way for families to enjoy the spirit of the holidays while making lasting memories together.”

For its seventh season, Holiday in the Park will debut these new attractions in 2021: Festive Fireside – Bathed in a warm red, orange and yellow glow, this new section will boast the triple record-breaking Jersey Devil Coaster, which opened earlier this season. A “hot,” new character, Chris P. Sizzle, will welcome guests with his spicy wit. The park’s Food Services team will turn up with heat with delicious eats at Jersey Devil BBQ and Jersey Devil S’mores; Light Shows – Every 15 minutes in Merry Market Place, Merry Light Show trees will come to life as their lights “dance” to a whimsical soundtrack. Nearby, kids can ask Santa Claus for holiday wishes, and pose beneath the three-story inflatable Stewie the Snowman. In Wild Lights National Park, the Wilderness Theater stage will sparkle every 30 minutes during Mrs. Claus’ Wild Lights; Winter Wizard – This seasonal sorcerer will join the Royal Court, ready to conjure up frosty charm as he meets guests in Deck the Halls; Decking the Halls with Doc Swan – Master illusionist Doc Swan will bring his signature magic and eye-popping surprises to Deck the Halls as he makes the season merry and bright; Street Entertainment – Elves are on the loose!

Elf Patrol will bring fun and games to the streets, while the Ice Pops elf duo will breakdance their way into guests’ hearts; Jersey Devil Coaster & Lil’ Devil Coaster – The theme park recently debuted its fourteenth roller coaster, Lil’ Devil Coaster -- the junior

counterpart to the massive, new Jersey Devil Coaster. Both rides will be available for Holiday in the Park, weather permitting; and Sweet Treats, Proudly Serving Starbucks® – Guests can warm themselves by the fire with a delicious specialty coffee from Sweet Treats, now proudly serving Starbucks.

Returning attractions includes: Frost, an icy cirque spectacular in the Showcase Theatre; Holiday Magic: A Celebration of the Season, an LED light show on the park’s five-story tree; festive fire pits for toasting s’mores; holiday eats like hot turkey platters, seasonal beers, and spiked eggnog; holiday photo opportunities; the Royal Court including Snow Queen, Peppermint Princess, and more; and Joy to the World, a tranquil pathway of warmly lit trees, luminaries, and stained glass showcasing religious holidays from around the world.

Holiday in the Park will operate on the following dates: November 13 & 14, 20 & 21, 26 to 28; December 4 & 5, 11 & 12, 17 to 19, 23, and December 26 to January 2.

In addition, Holiday in the Park will offer the following special events: Holiday Wine Fest, November 13 and 14 – Guests can enjoy a weekend of coasters, cuisine, and crafters during the second-annual Holiday Wine Fest. During this memorable special event in the Merry Market Place, guests can sample locally produced wines from 12 New Jersey vineyards, scrumptious eats from food trucks and specialty vendors, and get a head start on their holiday shopping with homemade gifts from local artisans. This event has limited capacity and is expected to sell out. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit https://www.sixflags.com/greatadventure/events/ wine-fest Holiday Food Drive, November 20 and 21 – Six Flags will collect non-perishable food items to benefit Fulfill. Fulfill’s mission is to alleviate hunger and build food security in Monmouth & Ocean Counties and to make sure that all people have access to enough nutritious food to maintain an active and healthy life. Guests who bring at least six items between the hours of 1 and 4 pm will receive a free ticket to the Holiday Craze Mirror Maze. Donations will be collected in the theme park’s outer mall prior to park entry.

Requested items include canned goods, cereal bars, fruit cups, individual servings of mac & cheese, baby food, and juice boxes. All items must have their original seal or wrapper, and not require refrigeration. Learn more about Fulfill at www.fulfillnj.org

jerseyshoreonline.com

The Southern Ocean Times, November 13, 2021, Page 25

Around The Jersey Shore United Way Holds Warmest Wishes Coat Drive

WALL TOWNSHIP – United Way of Monmouth and Ocean Counties (UWMOC) has kicked off its annual Warmest Wishes Coat Drive for local preschool, elementary and middle school children in need. UWMOC is collecting new winter coats in toddler sizes 3T-5T and children’s sizes small – extra-large to be distributed to over 30 local schools throughout Monmouth and Ocean counties. The collection will run through Giving Tuesday on November 30.

As more families are experiencing financial difficulty during the ongoing pandemic, the need for basic essentials such as coats continues to increase.

“Families were already struggling to pay utility bills and stay warm, and the COVID-19 pandemic has created extra stressors in life,” said Kari Schmidt, Guidance Counselor for the Freehold Learning Center. “All of these factors combined makes the need for coats greater than ever. United Way’s Warmest Wishes Coat Drive supports our students and families during the cold winter months while making a real difference in the lives of others.”

With the mask mandate still in effect for all students in preschool through 12th grade, school administrators have also expressed the importance of warm coats for recess and outdoor learning activities that allow students to have mask breaks throughout the day in the winter.

The Warmest Wishes Coat Drive works in conjunction with United Way’s Community Impact initiatives in education, financial stability and health - the building blocks for a good life. Since beginning the annual drive in 2012, UWMOC has distributed over 10,000 coats to local children in need.

There are a variety of ways to participate in the Warmest Wishes Coat Drive. Coats can be purchased online and shipped directly to United Way, or arrangements can be made for donations to be dropped off to United Way’s office located at 4814 Outlook Drive, Suite 107 in Wall Township, NJ 07753. Donations in any amount can be made on the organization’s website for UWMOC staff to purchase coats.

For more information about the Warmest Wishes Coat Drive, visit uwmoc.org/ WarmestWishes.

jerseyshoreonline.com

Page 26, The Southern Ocean Times, November 13, 2021

FUN & GAMES

SUDOKU

C ROSSWORD P UZZLE

Across 1 Smacked into 7 Window framework 11 Cabernet, e.g.

14 1998 PGA Player of the Year Mark 15 Snowman’s smoke 16 Pitching stat 17 French national observance 19 Objective 20 Davis of “Dr. Dolittle” 21 Pitcher sans arms 22 MLB semifinal 23 Army NCO 25 Harold’s “Ghostbusters” role 27 Humanities degs.

29 Disastrous path 34 PC take-out key 36 McCarthy lawyer Roy 37 Longtime label for Elton 38 Georgia airport code

39 Kind of lamp 41 Sitcom co-star of Betty and Estelle 42 Plan (out), as a route 43 Computer operator 44 Collect copiously 46 Start without hesitation 49 West end?

50 Coarse file 51 Burgundy brainstorm 53 Future junior 55 Bit attachment 58 Surrey town known for salts 62 Moody genre 63 Roughhouse, and a hint to each set of circles 65 “Fill ‘er up” fluid 66 Knock about 67 Rummages (through) 68 Cal.’s northern neighbor 69 New newts 70 Turn down Down

1 “__Cop” 2 Reddit Q&A sessions 3 Handle carelessly, with “with” 4 “La Danse” painter Henri 5 Natives for whom a Great Lake is named 6 NFL’s Cowboys, on scoreboards 7 Gush forth 8 Adjutant 9 Eschew punishment, in an old saw 10 “Listen up!”

11 Integer, e.g.

12 Clapton who sang “Layla” 13 River blockers 18 Jared of “Dallas Buyers Club” 22 “__ any drop to drink”: Coleridge 24 Like fat-repellent cooking paper 26 Fixin’ to 27 Copper or nickel

28 Useful in many ways, as flour 30 Some kind of a nut 31 Collie or cocker spaniel 32 Strand at a ski lodge, say 33 Indian bread 34 Like many cellars 35 Tough guys 40 Floral necklace 45 Lawn warning 47 “Don’t think so” 48 Utensil sticker 52 Ë la King?

53 Utah lily 54 “A Jug of Wine ... “ poet 56 Q.E.D. word 57 Doctrines 59 “Star Trek” helmsman 60 Change for a five 61 Gds. 63 Charlemagne’s domain: Abbr.

64 LAX listing

(c)2021 TRIBUNE CONTENT AGENCY, INC.

SOLUTIONS

SUDOKU

CROSSWORD PUZZLE

Jumble:

GROWL THIRD FRUGAL FLAVOR - “FRIGHT-FULL”

jerseyshoreonline.com

The Southern Ocean Times, November 13, 2021, Page 27

Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of nov 13 - nov 20

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Wishful thinking is only a temporary escape route. Be careful when making an irrevocable decision as something important may be hidden from view.

Delay making promises and crucial purchases until late in the week.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Get your bearings and check the compass. The sea of romance may look calm on the surface but can have a hidden undertow. As the week begins you could drift along, unaware that the tides are sending you in the wrong direction.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): There is no user guide to life. In the upcoming week you may wish that the standard protocols that work so well for your business and financial affairs could be applied to your romantic relationships and daily living.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): After you have initiated the first steps of a project or a relationship in the week ahead you should follow through, most likely you’ll be glad you did. Try to make a positive first impression on new contacts.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Wait to express your feelings to your closest people until you’ve done enough processing that you are clear of excess emotion and confusion. In the week to come you might find something worth preserving.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): True worth and value is in the eye of the beholder. Something that you consider extremely valuable might not be equally so to someone else. As the week unfolds you and loved ones may focus on things that last and endure.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Someone could

have the solution to a problem, but this will do little good if you ignore or misunderstand their advice. In the week ahead you might be challenged by bills or a heavy debt load, focus on solutions instead of worry.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): The path to enlightenment may be revealed. Reflect on cherished memories as well as events that taught you a vivid lesson as the week unfolds.

A backlog of experiences has created the person that you have become.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Outward appearances can be deceiving in the next few days. If you pull away the pretty outer wrappings, you might be disappointed. Focus on harmony with family members who have your best interests at heart.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Your dreams could be worthwhile. You could come up with some imaginative and creative ideas while relaxing or meditating as the week goes by. A friend might be annoying but trigger some useful ideas.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): If you play pinball with your money something may tilt the table. Hard work may be the only worthwhile path to success as the week begins, but you will likely receive the rewards you deserve if you are tenacious.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You may be tempted to make major expenditures on a whim, so wait until you have more time for thought. The solution to an impasse may become clear later this week when you are more attuned to your needs.

(c) 2021 TRIBUNE CONTENT AGENCY, LLC.

THESE ENERGY BITES ARE DELICIOUS AND EASY TO MAKE

By America’s Test Kitchen

CRANBERRY - ALMOND NO - BAKE ENERGY BITES

­

(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.

Page 28, The Southern Ocean Times, November 13, 2021

jerseyshoreonline.com