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November 27, 2021

Outreach Groups Learn How To Help Those In Need

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – Multiple groups met to discuss how to better serve the communities they work so hard to help.

The gathering was called Ocean County United, and it was done with the purpose to bring the various organizations together.

The idea is that this synergy would help them work together stronger and provide a wider safety net.

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─Photo by Bob Vosseller Recent scientific data was used to update the Barnegat Bay Little Egg Harbor Estuary plan.

By Bob Vosseller OCEAN COUNTY – A declaration of environmental protection was recently signed for the 2021 Comprehensive Conservation Ma nageme nt Pla n (CCMP) for the Barnegat Bay-Little Egg Harbor estuary.

Formed by barrier islands, the estuary extends over 42 miles from the Point Pleasant

Canal to the Little Egg Harbor Inlet. Its watershed is a land area of more than 660 square miles encompassing much of Ocean County and part of southern Monmouth County.

Late last month, the Barnegat Bay Partnership held a signing ceremony event at the new Conference Center on the campus of Ocean County College. During the

ceremony, BBP partners re-affirmed their commitment to implementing actions and the goals of the revised plan.

The CCMP replaces the original plan, which has guided the actions of the BBP since 2002. It reflects an increase in scientific knowledge about the Barnegat Bay and addresses new challenges, such as climate change and sea level rise. It also

reviews the progress made over the past 19 years, reassesses priorities, and focuses the collective efforts of BBP partners over the next decade.

The plan’s priorities were reviewed by members of the BBP’s Policy Committee who noted the plan would protect and restore clean water and healthy (Bay - See Page 4)

New Concept Might Cut Down On Stinging Jellies

By Chris Lundy BERKELEY – A new plan might reduce the number of stinging nettles in the Barnegat Bay, and it’s being done for the first time ever in Berkeley Shores.

The idea is to strike at the jellyfish when

they’re at their weakest, as they are polyps clinging to bulkheads or other str uct ures.

Scraping them off when they’re young means, in theory, that there will be much less adults in the bay the following season.

First, residents in the

lagoon areas of Bayville were contacted about being par t of the experiment. Then, Dr. Paul Bologna from Montclair State University took swabs of the docks of volunteers.

Those with jellyfish DNA on the surface were recorded.

On November 13, the Berkeley Underwater Search and Rescue team anchored near these docks. They went into the water and scrubbed the surfaces that were previously determined to have jellyfish DNA on them. The polyps are too small to see, but

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There was a small crowd in Frank Johnston’s back yard that day. He had volunteered to have his bulkheads be the first one done. The State (Jellies - See Page 5)

How To Avoid A Crash During Deer Season

By Alyssa Riccardi NEW JERSEY – During the months of October, November and until mid-December, deer mating season is in full effect and many are out during dawn and dusk.

During this time period, police experience an increase in deer-involved motor vehicle accidents. According to the Manchester Township Police Department, they reported over 100 animal involved collisions in 2020, with about 40% occurring during the months of October and November.

On November 3, a major accident where a tanker truck overturned and exploded happened because of a deer.

At 3 a.m., 18-year-old Marissa Patterson 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.

While Patterson 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. The trailer then overturned causing the gasoline to spill and explode, police said.

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Continued From Page 1 living resources in the bay and its watershed.

The CCMP is a roadmap for the agencies, organizations, and local communities working collectively to improve the condition of this nationally significant estuary.

BBP Director Dr. Stan Hales said the plan establishes four main priority areas for action: water quality, water supply, living resources, and land use. It also sets eight ecosystem targets – specific environmental outcomes which combine actions across multiple priorities and can be monitored to measure progress. Some of those goals include increasing the acreage of key habitats, such as submerged aquatic vegetation, and increasing the number of hard clams in Little Egg Harbor.

He noted that “climate change and sea level rise are already impacting the bay and its watershed.” The plan also identifies areas vulnerable to climate change risks and the strategies for minimizing the impacts. Another important component of the plan is education and community participation in stewardship, which speakers said were critical to the plan’s success.

“The Barnegat Bay is changing in many ways, but the public clearly remains committed to its protection and restoration. We received more than 900 comments as we developed the 2021 CCMP. We need to work together if we want to secure our environmental and economic future,” Dr. Hales said.

“Over the last 50 years, the watershed has experienced a tremendous increase in population and development, leading to increased pollu-

tion loads, stressed water supplies, and loss of fish and wildlife habitat. These changes in the bay’s condition have environmental, cultural, and economic impacts to local communities and the entire region,” he said.

New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection representative Kimberly Cenno, who attended virtually, spoke about water quality. “In 2010, we had a 10-point action plan which identified water quality goals for the restoration of the Barnegat Bay. We started that by reviewing existing standards and quickly decided we needed to develop new standards unique to Barnegat Bay. We needed to fully assess the aquatic life which we did through extensive monitoring and research projects.”

Dr. Elizabeth Lacey of Stockton University said, “increasing public awareness is something I feel is very important because it isn’t just about protecting public resources but educating the public about how important these resources are.”

Regarding the estuary’s water supply, Rob Karl, a supervisor with the Brick Township Municipal Utilities Authority, said that “Brick MUA works very closely with Barnegat Bay Partnership on a variety of environmental projects including water conservation and building awareness of our water resources.”

Ocean County Department of Planning member Mark Villinger touched on land use and open space acquisition. “The Ocean County Natural Lands Trust Fund program throughout its existence has many of its goals overlapping with what we will see with this CCMP. This program allows us to acquire properties for conservation and recreation and we have established

a nine-member advisory committee that advises on using that fund.”

Policy Committee members also discussed the plan.

EPA R2 Administrator and Policy Committee Co-Chair Walter Mugdan said, “A healthy Barnegat Bay is vital to sustaining water quality, aquatic life and habitat, and local communities, especially those facing environmental justice challenges. This plan demonstrates a collective commitment to build on the progress of the Barnegat Bay Partnership and to further revitalize the health and vitality of this critical watershed.”

EPA Region 2 Office of the Regional Administrator, Dr. Anahita Williamson said, “the last study did not address sea level rise or climate change or environmental justice to any great extent. These issues are a priority and it is good to see they are appropriately housed in this revision.”

NJDEP Watershed and Land Use Management Assistant Commissioner Vince Mazzei said, “It is wonderful to applaud a success story like this. This effort is now more important than ever because as we know, New Jersey is ground zero for climate impacts we have rising sea levels and more intensive storm events.”

OCC President Dr. Jon H. Larson noted the hybrid nature of the meeting that allowed speakers to attend from far distances and also recalled former Senator Bill Bradley’s annual walks each Labor Day weekend from Cape May to Sandy Hook. He once said, “every time I have some moment on a seashore or in the mountains or quiet forest, I think this is why the environment needs to be preserved.”

Ocean County Commissioner Joseph Vicari

noted that 60% of Ocean County land is preserved. “We have one of the largest fleets of pump out boats because we realize the Barnegat Bay is one of the most important estuaries in the United States of America that we have to maintain. Storm water runoff is a major issue.”

“We have done our best. We are always doing more. We have to educate other people. We set the standards other counties emulate,” Vicari said. He noted that the Barnegat Bay is an economic powerhouse, supporting one of the most valuable economies of any estuary in the nation, contributing $2 to $4 billion annually to New Jersey’s economy.

Citizen representative George Murnyak remarked, that with any plan, “we need to be aware that with any management plan or strategic plan once it is finalized written plans get out of date quickly. We get overcome by events we can’t see. Our ability to predict the future is not very good.”

Karen Greene, NMFS Advisory Committee Co-Chair Karen Greene said, “Over the past two decades of the partnership has grown into such an important voice and resource for the Barnegat Bay water shed.”

In his closing remarks, Dr. Hales said “The production of this document has been a lot of work and I appreciate all the work that everyone has put into it. I would thank all the partners.

To learn more about the BBP or to download the 2021 Comprehensive Conservation visit barnegatbaypartnership.org/about-us/ccmp/ and Management Plan for the Barnegat Bay – Little Egg Harbor Estuary. A link to a recording of the event is also available on the website.

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Continued From Page 1 Department of Environmental Protection, Save Barnegat Bay, dive team members, Mayor Carmen Amato and Councilman John Bacchione were among those in attendance.

GraceAnne Taylor, an educator with Save Barnegat Bay, said they were working together, partially funded with a grant from the DEP. “The lagoons are inundated with stormwater runoff. There’s nitrogen from dog waste and fertilizer,” she said. Add this to an oxygen-depleted environment where the jellyfish’s prey is slowed down and it’s a fertile place for them.

In the colder months, the adults are not in the water as much so it’s the best time to scrub, she said.

The important thing was to clean only the vinyl surfaces that were in the water, she said. The polyps are hardy enough to live on artificial material like this. However, there’s too much competition on natural surfaces like wood. Barnacles and other favorable organisms live there, and the team didn’t want to harm their habitat. But the jellyfish have the vinyl pretty much all to themselves, so that was the target.

That’s also why biologists request that you take in any vinyl at the end of the season.

For example, if you have a floating dock that’s made of plastic, you might be inadvertently breeding jellyfish underneath it in the winter months. It’s similar to making sure there’s no standing water in your yard

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“As many as 100,000 polyps can settle on one floating dock, and each polyp produces multiple bay nettle jellyfish every spring season,” Bologna said.

Carl Mattocks, dive team captain, explained how the crew was using a commercial pressure washer adapted for this purpose.

“We would prefer not to have stinging jellies when we’re diving, especially when there’s zero visibility,” he said. Although the divers are almost completely covered, parts of their faces are vulnerable. “It feels like you’ve just been cut.”

This Stop the Sting campaign is in the early stages of a three-year study, said Brittany McLaughlin, the Jellyfish Education Coordinator at Save Barnegat Bay. Data is being collected before and after the polyp removal to scientifically prove if it worked.

There were 23 homes in Bayville that agreed to do this. If the evidence shows that the scrubbing cut down numbers of adult jellyfish the following season, then the campaign will spread to other towns with lagoons, she said. It could set a precedent for other environmental groups across the nation to follow.

Mayor Amato said he was proud that this was starting in Berkeley. “We strive to be on the cutting edge.”

The town helped get the word out to get more residents on board, he said. That way, there would be a better chance of proving the effectiveness.

“This will be a real benefit to the home-

owners,” he said, noting how stinging nettles are a common complaint in the summer.

Additionally, this is a way to deal with them without costing taxpayers money.

“If we can find an area where we can prove it works, we can pass this information to every homeowners association across the USA,” said Willie deCamp, Jr., president

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They strive in degraded water quality. So, their strength in numbers shows a weakness in the health of the lagoons. “They are the canary in a coal mine.”

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Continued From Page 1 deer or animal.

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) states how deer are more likely to suddenly enter roadways at this time of year, which increases the risk for sudden stops or collisions with drivers.

Deer activity is more likely to occur during early morning hours and around sunset.

During this time of year, a driver’s visibility may be difficult and more motorists are on their work commutes.

“Deer are involved in thousands of collisions with motor vehicles in New Jersey every year, most of which occur during the fall mating season,” DEP Division of Fish and Wildlife Director Dave Golden said.

“We urge all drivers to be especially alert to the possibility of deer suddenly darting onto roadways and to understand how to reduce the risk of a collision and possible serious injury to themselves or their passengers.”

So, what can you do to avoid deer involved collisions? The DEP has stated the following tips for drivers to stay safe: • Slow down if you see a deer and watch for possible sudden movement. If the deer is in the road and doesn’t move, wait for the deer to cross and the road is clear. Do not try to drive around the deer.

• Watch for “Deer Crossing” signs. Slow down when traveling through areas known to have a high concentration of deer so there is enough time to stop, if necessary.

• Use high beams after dark if there is no oncoming traffic or vehicles ahead. High

Outreach:

Continued From Page 1 On November 12, they had a luncheon at the JBJ Soul Kitchen in Toms River, which is in itself a group that helps those in need.

Anyone can eat for free there, and those who can afford to can pay it forward to help the next customer eat. Different from soup kitchens, the meals are specially prepared by chefs to be the type of meals you might find in a high end restaurant.

Speakers touched on a range of topics including substance abuse trends to mental health maintenance with speakers including Kimberly Reilly from the Ocean County Department of Substance Abuse, Addiction & Opioid Dependency and Jean Hennon from Preferred Behavioral Health. The event recognized Hope Sheds Light, Samaritan House and former Ocean County Prosecutor, Joseph Coronato for outstanding contributions to the community.

One of the groups involved was the New Jersey Reentry Corporation, which assists those who have had varying levels of court involvement in finding employment and job training, obtaining driver’s licenses and more.

Toms River Mayor Maurice “Mo” Hill and Lt. Gene Bachonski from the Toms River Police Department Community Affairs Division both talked about how the township interacts with those in need in the community to get them the help they need.

For more information visit njreentry.org and jbjsoulkitchen.org.

The Toms River Times, November 27, 2021, Page 7 beams will be reflected by the eyes of deer on or near roads. If you see one deer, assume that others may be in the area.

• Don’t tailgate. The driver ahead might have to stop suddenly to avoid colliding with a deer.

• Always wear a seatbelt, as required by law.

• Drive at a safe and sensible speed, following the speed limit, factoring for weather, available lighting, traffic, curves and other road conditions.

• Do not swerve to avoid impact if a collision appears inevitable. A deer may counter-maneuver suddenly. Brake appropriately and stay in your lane. Collisions are more likely to become fatal when a driver swerves to avoid a deer and instead collides with oncoming traffic or a fixed structure along the road.

• Report any deer-vehicle collision to a local law enforcement agency immediately.

• Obey the state’s hands-free device law or refrain from using cellular devices while

driving.

What if a collision with a deer is unavoidable? Manchester police tells drivers that they should not swerve. You should brake firmly, hold on to the steering wheel with both hands, come to a controlled stop and move the vehicle out of traffic to a safe location.

For more information about white-tailed deer in New Jersey, visit njfishandwildlife. com/deer.htm.

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Congressman Kim Introduces Bills To Protect And Honor Veterans

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Andy Kim (D-3rd) announced the introduction of two bills to help veterans. These two pieces of legislation would protect vets from payment errors by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and help state-run veteran cemeteries properly honor those who served our nation.

“Our veterans have sacrificed so much to protect us in service of our country; the least we can do is to fulfill the promises we made to them when they signed up to serve,” said Congressman Kim. “These bills will keep our veterans from being unfairly targeted by debt collection agencies and help our state veterans agencies properly honor those who sacrificed for our nation. I am proud to work with Congressman Hill and Congressman Kahele on these important bills, and I look forward to working with my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to pass these common-sense measures.”

H.R. 5931, the VA Overpayment Accountability Act: This bipartisan legislation, introduced with Congressman French Hill (AR-02), would address overpayments to veterans due to changes in eligibility, an-

tiquated VA technology, and internal communication errors between IT systems. Oftentimes, the VA attempts to recover these overpayments by withholding monthly benefit checks, which can be devastating for veterans living on fixed incomes. The bill would require the VA to remove errors from veterans’ credit reports to repair any damage to their credit scores. It would also require the VA to improve the IT systems that cause these harmful overpayments.

“The VA has long suffered from payment errors that have placed a financial burden on central Arkansas veterans and their families at no fault of their own,” said Congressman Hill. “I’m proud to introduce the bipartisan VA Overpayment Accountability Act alongside my friend, Rep. Andy Kim. This important bill will take a step toward addressing the longstanding payment errors at the VA, protect our veterans’ hard-earned monthly benefit checks and credit scores, and ensure our veterans receive the financial and medical benefits they have rightfully earned in defense of our nation.”

H.R. 5930, the Protecting Our Veterans’ Memories Act: This bill, introduced with

Congressman Kaiali’i Kahele (HI-02), would provide state Departments of Veterans Affairs with partial reimbursement for costs associated with the funerals and burials of veterans’ spouses and dependents in state veteran cemeteries. The federal government currently reimburses states for the costs associated with funeral and burial services for veterans but provides no support for burial costs for veterans’ spouses and dependents. These additional funds would ensure that every state-run veteran cemetery would be able use their resources to focus on maintaining cemetery grounds to properly honor our veteran community.

“Many of our veterans could not have accomplished their military duty without the support of their family. I am proud to be an original cosponsor of the Protecting our Veterans’ Memories Act to honor these contributions from our veterans’ spouses and dependents by paying for the costs of veteran and family burials,” said Congressman Kahele. “With eight State Veterans Cemeteries in Hawai’i, yet no federal National cemeteries in the second congressional district, this bill would

help reimburse state Veterans’ agencies for the costs associated with spouse and dependent burials at state-run veteran cemeteries.”

“There is no greater honor than to serve one’s country, and to ensure a dignified resting place for our nation’s heroes, their spouses, and dependents only begins to repay the debt of gratitude.” said Terry Dearden from the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMAVA).

Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) led the introduction of this legislation as an amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022 (NDAA).

Congressman Kim recently secured a $60 million state-of-the-art VA community clinic for Ocean County and passed bipartisan legislation through the House to honor Gold Star families by establishing a monument to honor the families of servicemembers who made the ultimate sacrifice on behalf of our country.

Congressman Kim is a member of the House Armed Services Committee, the House Foreign Affairs Committee, and the House Committee on Small Business.

State Changes Protocol To Address Suicide By Veterans

TRENTON – Governor Phil Murphy, Brigadier General Dr. Lisa Hou, The Adjutant General of New Jersey and Commissioner of the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMAVA), and Acting Commissioner of the Department of Human Services (DHS) Sarah Adelman announced the Governor’s Challenge to

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“New Jersey’s veterans and service members are a source of immense pride for our state,” said Governor Murphy.

“This initiative recognizes the struggles that many of our bravest men and women face and will engage all aspects of government in meeting the challenge of preventing and reducing suicides.”

“Together with 34 other states, New Jersey is engaging at the local, county, and state level to implement best, and evidence-based practices to prevent and reduce suicide among Garden State heroes and their families,” said Adjutant General and DMAVA Commissioner Brigadier General Hou. “Purposefully, our effort will advance the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs’ National Strategy for Preventing Veteran Suicide by enhancing and aligning local and statewide suicide prevention efforts.”

“Suicide is a significant public health concern among veterans and service members. Through these partnerships, and by enacting suicide prevention policies and best practices, we can help save the lives of men and women who have given so much to protect ours,” said Human Services Acting Commissioner Sarah Adelman. “I urge anyone needing help to call our 24/7 suicide prevention help line at 1-855–654-6735. No matter what you’re going through or feeling, you are not alone. We are here to listen.”

This initiative establishes a partnership between the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, Department of Human Services, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration with the goal of preventing suicide among New Jersey’s veterans. These efforts will advance the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs’ National Strategy for Preventing Veteran Suicide by enhancing and aligning local and statewide suicide prevention efforts.

The New Jersey Departments of Health and Children and Families are additional partners in the initiative, providing expertise and guidance for this critical effort.

The objectives of the Challenge include: Convening a state interagency military and civilian team of leaders to develop an implementation plan to prevent suicide among veterans.

Implementing promising, best, and evidence-based practices to prevent and reduce suicide.

Engaging with city, county, and state stakeholders to enhance and align local and state-wide suicide prevention efforts.

Increasing knowledge about the challenges and lessons learned in implementing best policies and practices by using stateto-state and community-to-community sharing.

Defining and measuring success, including defining assignments, deadlines, and measurable outcomes to be reported.

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New Pediatric COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics Scheduled

By Alyssa Riccardi TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Health Department (OCHD) has announced that they will be offering the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 5 to 11 years old on Mondays from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Ocean County Health Department WIC facility located at 175 Sunset Avenue in Toms River.

“The Ocean County Health Department has been preparing for this new pediatric clinic as soon as we learned a vaccine for children was close to authorization. All the resources are in place to start administering this important vaccine for the thousands of Ocean County children eligible for this series,” Gerry P. Little, Ocean County Commissioner, and Liaison to the Ocean County Board of Health said.

“The vaccine for children is another critical piece to getting us one step closer to bringing an end to this pandemic,” Gary Quinn, Ocean County Commissioner Director said. “The Ocean County Health Department has been running safe, convenient, and efficient COVID-19 clinics since the start of the pandemic and seasonal flu clinics for decades. The new pediatric COVID-19 clinic is being held in the WIC facility – which is such a child friendly environment - so parents can be comfortable bringing their young ones in without the stresses that sometimes go along with a medical visit of this type.”

The OCHD states that the Pfizer vaccine for children 5 to 11 years old is a 2-dose series administered three weeks apart and has the same active ingredients as the vaccine given to adults.

However, the dosage between the two vaccines is much different and cannot be interchangeable.

It is also safe to co-administer the COVID-19 vaccine with the flu vaccine at the same visit.

Other important information for parents to know: • The Pfizer vaccine for children ages 5-11 are 100% free – regardless of insurance or immi-

gration status.

• Children will receive a CDC vaccine card upon initial vaccination.

• Adverse side effects are rare. Much like the adult vaccine, some children may experience soreness at the injection site, headaches, muscle aches, low-grade fever.

Pediatric clinic appointments are strongly recommended but walk-ins are accepted.

• A parent or legal guardian must be present at the appointment.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that “the Pfizer vaccine for children ages 5 to 11 is just as safe and effective as the vaccines for adults and can provide as much as 91% protection. While COVID-19 tends to be much milder compared to adults, it can make children very ill and cause them to need hospitalization. In some instances, the complications from COVID-19 can lead to death. Close to 2 million children in the 5-11 age population have been diagnosed with COVID-19 since the pandemic started.”

“We want to encourage parents to have their children vaccinated as soon as possible,” Daniel Regenye, OCHD Public Health Coordinator/ Health Officer said. “It is especially important with the holidays upon us and children travelling out of state or visiting with friends and family that may not be vaccinated. The vaccine can also help the spread to others. But most significantly, it can help keep children in school and help them safely participate in sports, play dates, and other group activities.”

The new Pediatric COVID-19 Clinic schedule for November being held at the OCHD WIC facility located at 175 Sunset Avenue, Toms River: • November 22, 4 to 7 p.m.

• November 29, 4 to 7 p.m.

To schedule an appointment, visit ochd.org.

Additional COVID-19 vaccine information for children ages 5 to 11 can be found at cdc.gov/ coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/index.html.

NOTICE OF MEETINGS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE VOCATIONAL SCHOOL IN THE COUNTY OF OCEAN, in accordance with the provisions of the “Open Public Meetings Law”, P.L. 1975, c. 231, hereby establishes the following schedule of meetings to be held during 2021-2022. All meetings shall commence at 4:00 p.m. unless otherwise indicated.

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Meetings for 2021-2022 will be held in the Black Box Theater/ Grunin Performing Arts Center, on the campus of Ocean County College, 1 College Drive, Building 12, Toms River, New Jersey unless otherwise indicated.

PLEASE NOTE FURTHER, that the public shall not be permitted to actively participate in the Executive Sessions and that the Board of Education of the Vocational School in the County of Ocean in its discretion may prohibit or regulate participation at any meeting.

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OCC Recognized Again By Excellence Program

TOMS RIVER – Ocean County College is honored that the Aspen Institute College Excellence Program has recognized OCC – for the second time – as one of the nation’s top 150 community colleges. The accolade grants eligibility to compete for the $1 million Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, the country’s signature recognition of high achievement and performance among community colleges.

Only 15 percent of community colleges across the United States are invited each year to apply for this prize, which focuses singularly on student success, and bases its selections on community colleges’ outstanding achievements in four areas: student learning, certificate and degree completion, employment and earnings, and high levels of access and success for students of color as well as low-income students.

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Around The Jersey Shore An Afternoon Chat With Commissioner-Elect ‘Bobbi Jo’ Crea

By Stephanie Faughnan OCEAN COUNTY - When Commissioner-elect Barbara ‘Bobbi Jo’ Crea contemplated running for the seat opened by Commissioner Gerry Little’s retirement, she considered her first phone call a critical one.

“I reached out to Gary Quinn (current Commissioner Director) and told him I was interested,” shared Bobbi Jo. “I also interviewed him as I knew I would be running with him and am careful when it comes to associating my name with someone.”

Quinn’s seat was also on the ballot, and as the incumbent, he secured one of the two Republican lines. Although Bobbi Jo already knew Quinn from her work as a past mayor and current Little Egg Township Committee member, she still had some questions.

One of the things Bobbi Jo wanted to know might sound a bit personal.

“I asked Gary what he considered the most important things in life,” Bobbi Jo said. “He quickly answered that family and health came first.”

Bobbi Jo’s wistful eyes suggested the significance of Quinn’s revelation more than hit home. Although his response might seem typical to some – to Bobbi Jo, it was monumental.

Now 73, Bobbi Jo grew up in Trenton and credits her Mama for giving her the “starch” for the person she is today. Betty Poulos didn’t allow the fact that she was a woman in the fifties deter her from making a difference in the world.

As a psychiatrist technician at Trenton Psychiatric Hospital, Poulos found it disturbing that adults and children were housed together. So she approached the institution’s director and advocated for the need for a separate children’s psychiatric hospital.

Poulos searched the grounds, and the hospital administrators went with her suggestion to convert an old doctor’s residence to take care of boys and girls who needed psychiatric admission. However, when Poulos and a friend asked to head up the new children’s hospital, they were informed they didn’t have the “titles.”

“My mother told her bosses they should send them both to school,” shared Bobbi Jo. “The unfortunate thing was back then; most nursing schools wouldn’t accept them because of their ages. So, they had to commute from Trenton to Elizabeth to earn their credentials.”

With the triumph also came tragedy as Betty Poulos died when she was just 46 and Bobbi Jo in her early twenties. However, the last days of her mother’s life left a lasting impression on Ocean County’s newest Commissioner-Elect.

“I was hospice before it was even popular.”

Bobbi Jo said. “I sat by my mother’s side as

she coached me and insisted I plan on where I would be (in life) next week, six months, and further. She talked to me about money as well.”

“To this day, it’s the way I live,” continued Bobbi Jo. “There are a lot of commonalities of what I do in my personal life to what I’ve done on a local level in government. It’s about planning and, as Gary Quinn says, taking care of the checkbook the people trust us with to spend wisely.”

After her mother’s death, Bobbi Jo found herself left with a mortgage and thousands of dollars in unpaid medical bills. The young woman knew her salary wasn’t enough to keep her afloat and contacted the creditors to assure them they would be paid.

Bobbi Jo kept to her word. She was working in what would ultimately become New Jersey’s Division of Taxation in 1966. Although she’d moved up to data entry supervisor by the time of her mother’s death, she felt pressed to earn more.

When her regular work hours ended at 4 p.m., Bobbi Jo went to another job from 4:30 until 7:30 pm. She then did data entry for a private company from 8 until 11:30 p.m. and picked up a weekend position as well. By the end of the week, she had completed four work assignments.

Despite her busy schedule, Bobbi Jo focused on her opportunities in the civil service system. She took the requisite tests and made sure to learn new things that helped her move up the chain. Bobbi Jo eventually retired as the Bureau Chief for the taxation division’s office collections in 1994.

“I always programmed someone else who was capable to take my place when I moved up,” Bobbi Jo shared. “I thought it was important.”

Bobbi Jo paid off the mortgage to her home when she was still quite young. At age 30, she married Richard J. Crea, a Trenton firefighter, who was nine years her senior.

Ritchie had a son and a daughter from his first marriage. Bobbi Jo continues to enjoy her relationship with her stepson Ritchie, and stepdaughter, Lisa Sleman and six grandchildren.

After 41 years together, Ritchie died as Bobbi Jo was with him in the room. While her grief still brings tears to her eyes, Bobbi Jo’s memories include the role he played in her political career.

The Crea couple moved full-time to Little Egg Harbor in 1995 after their retirements.

While she enjoyed fishing and traveling with Ritchie, Bobbi Jo decided she’d also like to work part-time. She asked someone who worked for a lawyer in town if they needed clerical help.

The lawyer’s name was Brian Rumpf, now (Elect - See Page 15)

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Continued From Page 14 a state assemblyman, who had not yet held any political office. When he decided to run for township committee, Rumpf asked Bobbi Jo to head his 1999 campaign.

“I had no experience running a campaign,” admitted Bobbi Jo. “Ritchie told me it was something I would be good at, and I was happy when Brian won.”

Ritchie would later encourage Bobbi Jo to run for Little Egg Harbor Township Committee, where she ultimately served four terms and as the local mayor. According to Bobbi Jo, her husband recognized her ability to get things done for people.

“My mission is to provide the best quality of life to the people I represent in the best way I know how,” Bobbi Jo said. “That includes everyone – there’s no Democrat or Republican way to pick up the trash.”

During her tenure serving Little Egg Harbor, Bobbi Jo found it critical to be part of a team. The township has five age-restricted communities and Bobbi Jo identified a need.

“I have been heavily involved with the senior advisory board,” shared Bobbi Jo. “We bring issues to the people who not only are seniors, but those who care for them.”

Bobbi Jo continues to support the efforts of Interfaith Health and Support to Little Egg Harbor, a non-profit organization that provides volunteer support to seniors and their caregivers.

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Providing resources for veterans also holds a special place in Bobbi Jo’s heart. Her dear late husband served in the US Navy on the USS Canberra. While she’s proud of Ritchie’s service, she sums up her view on all vets quite simply.

“Some people live a lifetime wondering if they’ve made a difference in this world,” said Bobbi Jo. “A veteran never has that problem.”

After the Ocean County Republican Committee voted for Bobbi Jo to share the line with Quinn, she began regularly attending commissioner meetings. Bobbi Jo is excited about the new team she will soon join, which she says is doing a fantastic job.

“First off, there’s the fact that they have a triple bond rating,” Bobbi Jo shared. “The way they handled the COVID vaccine program was amazing. And, I’m also thrilled about the new veteran’s building.”

The transition from serving Little Egg Harbor to Ocean County as a whole represents helping more people as far as Bobbi Jo is concerned.

Instead of a population of just over 23,000, Bobbi Jo will be working on making life better for over 600,000 residents.

“Bobbi Jo was my number one choice when it came to a running mate,” said Quinn. “We had a large group of people interested in looking to replace Gerry. I think their values are similar as they’re very conservative, and Bobbi has proven to be a team leader.”

“You’re not going to win every battle you’re involved in, but you have to work with people,” Quinn continued. “I’ve seen the way Bobbi handled herself at the municipal level and think it’s going to be tremendous having her represent the entire county.”

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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.

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

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Heartburn, nausea, constipation or other gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms are no fun.

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Laxatives can help safely relieve a person’s occasional constipation, but when used excessively, they’ll reduce levels of several minerals including blood-pressure stabilizing potassium and the fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K. Complications from muscle cramps, to vision problems, to heart palpitations can result. If you get diagnosed with diseases related to your eyes, muscles or heart, it could be related to routine use of laxatives. I have a longer version of this article hosted at my website. Whatever the problem and whatever cause, here are some natural solutions to help you if you’re experiencing GI discomfort: 1. Zinc Carnosine If you have mouth sores, this could be helpful. These supplements help heal the mucosal lining and there is research that shows it helps repair the gut and reduce inflammation in the mouth. It can help a little

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3. Get Some Mastic Gum Mastic gum is a resin extracted from the mastic tree, Pistacia lentiscus. It’s used as a natural remedy for many intestinal and bowel disorders, including indigestion, acid reflux, inflammatory bowel disease, gastritis, ulcers and dyspepsia.

4. Focus on Fiber One of the easiest ways to relieve constipation is to get enough fiber.

You don’t have to supplement necessarily, just increase your intake of vegetables and fruits.

5. Use DGL Licorice root contains an abundance of healing flavonoids and phytoestrogens, along with the anti-inflammatory compound glycyrrhizin. It can soothe irritated membranes. DGL is best taken in a chewable tablet about 20 minutes before meals.

6. Pump up your Probiotics. These are the friendly bacteria in your digestive tract that make up your microbiome. The more friendly ones you have, the better you feel and faster your transit time.

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ISLAND HEIGHTS – The Island Heights Volunteer Fire Co. 1 (IHVFD) will be hosting their Second Annual Holiday Gift Auction. This auction will begin on November 24 at 10 a.m. and will be open for bidding until November 29 at 10 a.m.

To make a difference, bid on auction items, give a cash donation, or simply share this auction on your social media using the hashtag, #charityauction.

The IHVFD is a 100% volunteer fire department comprised of everyday men and women who live in the area. These dedicated individuals take time away from their families and friends every week to help protect the people and property within Island

Heights. In addition to the dedication to Island Heights, the IHVFD also responds to calls in Toms River, and on the water in both river and bay. The IHVFD depends on fundraisers like these in order to maintain its operations, and ensure the safety of your loved ones.

All items will be available for pickup by the winners at the Island Heights Volunteer Fire Department #1 between 12 to 2 p.m. on November 29. Additionally, the winners may make special arrangements for pickup if unavailable at that time.

Visit charityauctionstoday.com/auctions/IHFD27494 to participate in the online auction.

PROMISING LONG-LASTING RELIEF FOR NEUROPATHY SUFFERERS Read All About How These Jersey Shore offices are the Go-To Locations for Relief of Pain, Numbness and Tingling response to a nerve’s stimulation of the muscle. The tests are used to help detect neuromuscular abnormalities as well as Peripheral Neuropathy disorders.

When someone’s nerves become injured and/or damaged, either through accident, infection, or exposure to drugs they can develop neuropathic pain, or neuropathy.

Do you Suffer with Chronic Neuropathic Pain?

It’s estimated that in the United States, more than 20 million people have some form of neuropathic pain. There are many reasons why Neuropathy can become dangerous, if left untreated…

Each year in the United States there are about 86,000 diabetesrelated amputations. That is one of the most feared complications The neuropathic pain becomes more and severe as the of the disease. No one likes to think about that, but it’s a reality. nerve tissue becomes more and more inflamed.

Neuropathy can cause people to fall more often. Falls are a large percentage of fatal home accidents and have been increasing over “AFTER THE FIRST DAY MY FEET WERE NO LONGER COLD.” the years. More than 86% of the victims of a fall are 65 old or older.

In the beginning I was skeptical of the treatments because I have Sometimes a fall can cause serious problems like a broken hip tried many things over the last nine years and nothing has worked. (which can be fatal).

I was thrilled that after the first day my feet were no longer cold. I People with Neuropathy can have problems walking. Walking is a terrific am now able to sleep without socks, which I haven’t been able to exercise. So, those who suffer with peripheral neuropathy can increase do in 8 years. The pain is also getting progressively less. I am able their risk of cardiovascular disease because they stop being active. to be on my feet for longer periods of time. This helps me to get Here’s something else. Research shows the drugs you may be more exercise and generally feel better. My family tells me I am taking to lower your cholesterol may actually cause you to develop more upbeat and fun to be around. - Dennis R. peripheral neuropathy pain. Shocking? I know.

How is Neuropathy Diagnosed?

Neuropathic conditions are diagnosed through a neurological clinic examination utilizing medical technology known as nerve conduction velocity testing and Electromyography (EMG). These diagnostic tests measure muscle response and electrical activity in

Experiencing Neuropathy...

People with neuropathy can experience different levels of pain, from tingling and numbness to debilitating burning and shooting pains. For some, neuropathic pain affects sleep, social activities, and even cause depression. Most commonly, pain occurs in the hands

and feet, but it can also affect other areas of the body. Diagnosing Neuropathy can sometimes be strange…where this condition can develop even when there is no obvious cause, and it may appear some time after the initial injury or infection. To compound the problem, this pain can be challenging to treat successfully, and it is associated with some serious compromise to one’s quality of life.

How many treatments have you tried that left you hopeless?

Healthcare professionals may offer a variety of treatments, including antidepressants, opioid pain relievers, and lifestyle changes, but neuropathic pain can often be resistant to treatment.

To make matters even worse, these treatments can also come with unwanted side effects. For example, taking opioid pain relievers can cause nausea and constipation, and there is also the risk of these drugs becoming addictive.

“AFTER 8 TREATMENTS MY IMPROVEMENT WAS 80%.”

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R.C. Shea & Assoc.

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Michael J. Deem, Esq.

By Michael J. Deem, Esq., of R.C. Shea and Associates Have you thought about giving a fancy new gadget as a holiday gift? Or maybe there’s something on your wish list that Santa forgot to bring? If so, you might be tempted by an Ad to purchase high-tech gadgets for a low price. But if a merchant, other than Amazon.com, asks you to pay using an Amazon gift card then it’s probably a scam. In fact, Amazon’s gift card terms don’t allow you to use Amazon gift cards to make payments anywhere besides amazon.com and a few specific sites.

Here’s how the scam happens: You discover a website that sells new HDTVs, GPS devices, and other tech-gadgets for deeply discounted prices. You haven’t heard of the site, but you’re diligent and you do some research. You find a few reviews from satisfied customers, you think the site is legitimate, and you go for it.

During checkout, you’re instructed to purchase an Amazon gift card and then hand over the gift card information as payment. Unfortunately, if you do, you’ll be out the money, and you won’t get anything in return. These scammers know that bad reviews scare people away, so they may post a few positive reviews about the site. They shut down the site

before people post complaints — usually in less than a month — and open under a new name somewhere else.

Buying an Amazon gift card to make a payment is NOT the same as using Amazon Payments, which provides some protections for buyers. Amazon Payments is a feature that allows Amazon members to pay for merchandise on other websites by logging in and using a payment method they’ve stored on their Amazon account. For example, if you use a credit card stored in your Amazon Payments account, you’re still using your credit card to make the purchase, and you get certain protections when you use a credit card. You don’t have the same protections when you pay with a gift card — virtually or physically. It could be tough to trace the money or get it back if something goes wrong. Of course, that’s not a problem if you’re sending the gift card to a friend or family member as a gift.

When shopping online, consider using a payment method that offers protections if you don’t get what you paid for.

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Around The Jersey Shore Hope For Veterans® Rapidly Re-Houses Homeless Veteran Families

NEW JERSEY – Do you know someone who served in the military whose family has nowhere to live? In these winter temperatures amid the continued COVID-19 pandemic, veterans and their families struggling with homelessness have Hope for Veterans as a resource.

The nonprofit organization, which is the largest organization in New Jersey serving homeless veterans, has been assisting veterans here since 2004.

Hope for Veterans staff provides wrap-around services to quickly secure housing for homeless veterans and to help the family achieve housing stability. Funding for the Hope for Veterans® Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) Program has been made possible by a grant from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

SSVF helps veterans and their families in Bergen, Burlington, Essex, Hudson, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Ocean, Passaic, Somerset, Sussex, Union and Warren Counties.

Veterans enrolled in the SSVF Program may be eligible for a range of financial assistance and supportive services to help them rapidly re-house if they are homeless.

Hope for Veterans support services range from

assistance with transportation; childcare; employment services; linkage to medical care, behavioral healthcare, and recovery services for veterans experiencing PTSD and MST; and other services to help veterans and their families reach financial stability and self-sufficiency.

These veterans are in danger of homelessness for various reasons, including returning service members unable to find jobs with a live-able wage to support themselves and their families, veterans experiencing medical problems who are unable to work, and combat veterans experiencing post-traumatic stress.

Amid the pandemic, Hope for Veterans has been serving veteran households who are literally homeless, at risk of homelessness, or in rental arrears, and have added Healthcare Navigators and Emergency Housing Specialists to assist during this time of transition.

Veteran families in need of assistance through Community Hope’s Hope for Veterans’ SSVF Program should call the referral hotline at 1-855483-8466 or email SSVF@CommunityHope-NJ. org. Website: hopeforveterans.org and communityhope-nj.org.

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Toms River Police Jingle Bells Run

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

Proceeds from the race will help fund scholarships for local high school students as well as a spotlight local organization in

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They’re going green! Race Registration will be online only but with no processing fees! Also, no race day registration this year.

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TOMS RIVER – The Winter Solstice Celebration will be held on December 11 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Cooper Environmental Center at Cattus Island County Park in Toms River. The annu-

al welcome winter event will feature games, crafts, live animal talks, horse carriage rides, campfire story time, food, a visit from Santa, candy cane nature walk and more.

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Around The Jersey Shore

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JERSEY SHORE – BlueClaws Charities will host their annual Christmas toy drive, Christmas with the Claws, on December 4 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at FirstEnergy Park.

Santa will be at the ballpark for pictures, and his good friend Buster will be on hand too.

The event serves as a toy drive to benefit the Salvation Army of Ocean County and their annual Holiday Toy Shop. Fans are asked to bring unwrapped toys or non-perishable food. Donors will receive a ticket to Opening Night at the Jersey Shore, set for Friday, April 8th.

“We’re ver y excited to once again host our holiday toy drive with Buster and Santa,” said Kevin Fenstermacher, President of BlueClaws Charities. “The BlueClaws fam ily has always been immensely supportive of the Salvation Army and we are looking forward to a great event that supports those less for-

─Photo courtesy BlueClaws tunate here at the Jersey Shore.”

There will also be a station set up where kids can write letters to Santa, which will be sent off to the North Pole in time for Christmas!

Finally, the Claws Cove will be open for holiday shopping with special sales and exclusive items and packages available only for those in attendance at the event.

Mystery Bags will be available too. These special packages make for great holiday gifts and include archived giveaway items and season ticket holder gifts that have been pulled from the vaults specifically for this event, plus merchandise too.

BlueClaws Charities is the official 501c3 organization of the Jersey Shore BlueClaws. The organization recently distributed grants to 31 organizations that support the less fortunate around the Jersey Shore. A full list of grant recipients and programs can be found at BlueClaws.com.

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Around The Jersey Shore Beachwood Man Pleads Guilty To Robbery Spree

By Chris Lundy BEACHWOOD – A local man admitted to robbing a series of stores and gas stations throughout Toms River, Berkeley, and Beachwood.

Thomas Jann, 34, of Beachwood, pled guilty to two counts of Robbery in the First Degree; four counts of Robbery in the Second Degree; and one count of Burglary.

Jann attacked a gas station attendant at a Wawa on Route 9 in Toms River on December 19, 2020, and stole money from the cash register. On December 24, 2020, he threatened a worker at Robin’s in Beachwood with what appeared to be a box cutter and stole money from the register. On December 26, 2020, he stole from a cash register at the ShopRite on Route 9 in Bayville, and pushed someone as he ran out. That same day, he attacked a cashier at the Krauszers on Hooper Avenue in Toms River and fled with cigarettes. On December 30, 2020, he

went into the 7-Eleven on Route 9 in Toms River, grabbed the cashier around the neck and held a rock to his head, and then stole money from the register. On December 31, 2020, Jann was in the Exxon Tiger Mart on Route 37 in Toms River; he threw hot coffee at the attendant, and stole money from the register.

Additionally, detectives learned that Jann broke into a Beachwood home on July 27, 2020 and stole cash.

He faces a term of sixteen years in New Jersey State Prison (NJSP) for each First Degree Robbery charge, and eight years for the Second Degree Robbery charges.

These sentences will be subject to the terms of the No Early Release Act, which means he must serve 85% of his sentence before being eligible for parole. In addition to that, the State will be seeking a term of four years in prison for the Burglary charge.

All sentences would run at the same time.

Volunteers Needed To Help At Blood Drives NEW JERSEY – Volunteers needed!

New Jersey Blood Services (NJBS), a division of New York Blood Center, which provides blood for local patients, is looking for a few good volunteers. The blood drive volunteer is an integral member of our team whose tasks include assisting donors with registration and/or at the refreshment area. No medical background necessary. Volunteers should be outgoing to provide friendly customer service, be able to perform tasks as needed and must

provide proof of COVID Vaccination prior to volunteering. Must have transportation. All training is provided including additional precautions for the safety of our team and blood donors.

For additional information call or text Sharon Zetts, Manager, NJBS Volunteer Services at 732-850-8906, Monday to Thursday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

To apply on line as a blood drive volunteer, go to: nybc.org/support-us/volunteer-nybc/volunteer-application.

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Around The Jersey Shore Ocean County Sex Offender Faces Federal Gun Charges

By Chris Lundy MANTOLOKING – A Toms River man who was found wearing body armor and carrying weapons is now facing a federal charge because, as a sex offender, he is not allowed to own guns.

Jeremy W. Bar ringer, 46, of Toms River was arrested on October 24 at a rou nd 3 a .m. Ma nt olok i ng p ol ice found him in his vehicle, involved in a single-car crash. He had several weapons, hollow-point ammunition, and a bulletproof vest.

On November 16, acting U.S. Attorney Rachael A. Honig announced that Barringer was charged with one count of possession of a f irear m by a convicted felon. He was taken into federal custody.

According to the federal report, Barringer was behind the wheel. Officers saw a 5.56-millimeter semi-automatic r if le on the f loorboard of the back seat. The rif le was later found to be loaded with approximately 21 rounds of 5.56 -millimeter f ull metal jacket ammunition. W hen off icers ordered him to step out of the vehicle, they saw he was wearing a tactical, bulletproof vest and an empty handgun holster on his hip.

After taking him into custody, they searched his vehicle and found a black 9-m illi meter sem i-automat ic pistol w it h no se r ia l nu mb e r (c om mon ly referred to as a “ghost gun”), loaded with 14 rounds of hollow-point am-

mu nition; th ree 9-millimeter pistol magazines loaded with hollow-point ammunition, and three 30-round rif le magazines loaded with 5.56-millimeter ammunition.

The count of possession of a firearm by a convicted felon carries a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison and a $250,000 fine.

According to the Megan’s Law database, Barringer was convicted in 1999 in Missou r i for approachi ng you ng women on the street, entering their homes and sexually assaulting them.

He was listed as a Tier 2 moderate risk.

Hon ig cred ited special agent s of the FBI, Newark Division, under the direction of Special Agent in Charge George M. Crouch Jr.; officers of the Mantoloking Police Department, under the direction of Chief of Police Stacy S. Ferris; and officers of the Bay Head Police Department, under the direction of Chief of Police William A. Hoffman, with the investigation. She also than ked detectives f rom the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office, under the direction of Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer, officers from the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office, under the direction of Sheriff Michael G. Mastronardy, and off icers from the Toms River Police Depar t ment, u nder the direction of Chief of Police Mitchell A. Little, for their assistance.

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

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PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

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Garden State Hearing And Balance Center

com m it ment to pa- Kirsh said. tients, coupled with Hearing loss, unfortunately, technology and value often goes untreated since it is have set Garden State Hearing not painful and often not a pri& Balance Center apart for ority for patients. But for the years, with recent investments 40 million people who suffer making the treatment of hear- from it, Dr. Kirsh explains, ing loss and similar conditions it is important that they seek more manageable than ever. diagnosis and t reatment to T he pr act ice, wh ich ha s improve their life and ensure offices in Toms River, Mana- good health. hawkin and Whiting, was the “Over the last few years, first in the United States to there have been a lot of studbe Audigy-Certified, a testa- ies that show a relationship ment to its adherence to the bet ween u nt reated hear ing industry’s best practices that loss and memory deficits such are required for certification. as dementia and Alzheimer’s, “Any business that is Au- which means you r suscepdigy-Certif ied, from a best t ibilit y to obt ai n i ng t hese practices standpoint, is in the memory issues increases as top t wo to a function of “We don’t over three percent t he hea r i ng in the counloss that you schedule or double try,” said Dr. h a v e ,” D r . book, so people are Isidore Kirsh said. generally seen on time.” Kirsh – commonly Wit h r a re –Dr. Kirsh known as Dr. exception, Izzy – foundthe only way er and director of the practice, to help preserve your hearing who holds a doctorate degree is th rough a hear ing aid – (Ph.D.) from the Union Insti- sometimes a stumbling block tute & University. for patients who are self-conThe Center performs testing scious about wearing one. But for patients with auditory pro- technological improvements cessing disorders and testing have led to the devices becomfor people who are suffering ing vir tually invisible, and from tinnitus – ringing in the more helpful than ever. ears – as well as hearing loss “They can be 100 percent and balance issues. invisible, they can have BlueDr. Kirsh’s practice includes tooth as well as Wi-Fi capastate-of-the art equipment to bilities,” Dr. Kirsh explained. evaluate hearing and balance “ You ca n st r e a m a sig n a l issues, which are often related through your iPhone or your to inner ear disorders. television, even movies and “Seventy percent of patients Broa dway shows, r ig ht t o wh o c o m pl a i n of b a l a n c e you r hea r i ng aid. Most of proble m s u s u a l ly h ave a n today’s hearing aids are very i n ner ear component,” Dr. inconspicuous, meaning the

Pictured is Dr. Isidore Kirsh.

His offices are located at 250 Route 37 West, Toms River, 732573-4020; 53 Nautilus Drive, Suite C, 1st Floor, Manahawkin, 609-489-5415; 75 Lacey Road Ste 1B, Whiting, 732-606-4912.

Visit gardenstatehearing.com for more information.

cosmetic issue is really not an issue anymore.”

Hearing aids also can have features such as GPS locator capability.

“The technology is improving significantly every year,” Dr. Kirsh said.

For patients, hearing aids can be financed interest free for 24 months, and Dr. Kirsh’s practice provides free battery replacements for life. Patients can also return a hearing aid during a 75 day trial period, during which time they return to Garden State Hearing &

Balance Center a minimum of three times to check on their progress.

“We don’t over schedule or double book, so people are generally seen on time,” said Dr. Kirsh.

The practice has th r ived on accessibility for patients, investments in technology, and the easing of the financial aspect of treatment.

“We try to give people as much value as possible, and

that really separates us from some of the other hearing care professionals out there,” Better hearing is a priceless gift!

Dr. Kirsh said.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of nov 27 - dec 3

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): You might be more admired and respected than you think.

Loved ones love you just as you are. Someone may be rooting for your side of a debate or dispute in the week ahead that can sway the results in your favor.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): A partner or lover might be a flattering mirror of yourself.

You can connect with people who are intelligent or talented. Just because money may burn a hole in your pocket this week doesn’t mean you must immediately buy something.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Worrying about problems can become a problem in its own right. Don’t feel as if you must hold up the world all alone. In the week to come ask for help and you are likely to be pleasantly surprised.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Someone special may obviously prefer your company making it easy to detour around debates and disagreements. Take notes when you are inspired by unusual ideas, and you can use your imaginative ideas later in the week.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Find ways of making life more enjoyable, but also be sure you are carrying your weight. Do not push your luck. If amends are needed, find an opportunity to make things right as the week unfolds VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You can process information faster than usual in the week ahead. Slower individuals may find it difficult to keep up. Since you are quick on the uptake you might notice mistakes or places for improvement and act accordingly.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Balance is the key. Don’t depend on a loved one so heavily that it could be more than they can handle; do be sure they feel appreciated. In the coming week find a happy medium to keep affections alight.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Speaking truth improves every situation. Your reasonable vision of the future can be discussed with someone who might know how to make it a reality. A new task or assignment can trigger numerous possibilities this week.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): This week could mark the beginning of a phase when you focus on your personal affairs. You may visualize the items that will make you happy and take steps to acquire the things that are most important.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You may be tempted to discuss your services or products when other people merely want a simple social conversation. Relax in the week ahead and ignore an impulse to score points or profit from every contact.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Keep your energies contained and your investments diversified. You could overextend yourself financially or emotionally in the week to come. Hold off on major expenditures while your bank account fills up.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You might be blessed by relief from an old problem in the week ahead. Plan your workload so you can enjoy a family get together. You might trigger someone’s doubts if you evade questions in the upcoming week.

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THESE FLUFFY DINNER ROLLS REALLY RISE TO THE OCCASION

By America’s Test Kitchen

FLUFFY DINNER ROLLS Makes 9 rolls

2 1/2 cups (12 1/2 ounces) all- purpose flour 2 1/4 teaspoons instant or rapid-rise yeast 1 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup (6 ounces) whole milk 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 2 tablespoons honey 1 large egg yolk Vegetable oil spray 1 large egg, cracked into bowl and lightly beaten with fork 1. In the bowl of a stand mixer, whisk together flour, yeast and salt. Lock the bowl in place and attach the dough hook to the stand mixer. In a 4-cup liquid measuring cup, whisk milk, melted butter, honey and egg yolk until honey has dissolved, about 20 seconds.

2. Start the mixer on low speed and slowly pour in the milk mixture. Mix until no dr y flour is visible, about 2 minutes. Increase speed to medium and knead dough for 8 minutes.

3. Transfer the dough to a clean counter and k nead dough for 30 seconds, then for m the

dough into smooth ball. Spray a large bowl with vegetable oil spray. Place the dough in the greased bowl and cover with plastic wrap.

Let the dough rise until doubled in size, 1 1/2 to 2 hours.

4. Transfer the dough to a clean counter and use your hands to gently press down on the dough to pop any large bubbles. Pat the dough into a 6-inch square and use a bench scraper to cut the dough into 9 equal squares. Form each piece of dough into a tight, smooth ball.

5. Spray the inside bottom and sides of an 8-inch square metal baking pan with vegetable oil spray. Arrange dough balls in 3 rows in a greased baking pan. Cover the baking pan loosely with plastic. Let the dough balls rise until doubled in size, about 1 hour.

6. While the dough rises, adjust the oven rack to middle position and heat oven to 350 degrees.

When the dough is ready, use a pastr y brush to paint the tops of the dough balls with the beaten egg.

7. Place the baking pan in the oven. Bake until rolls are golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes. Place the baking pan on a cooling rack and let rolls cool in pan for 30 minutes. Turn the baking pan upside down to release rolls from pan. Turn the rolls right side up and use your hands to pull them apart. Serve warm or at room temperature.

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

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