2022-01-15 - The Jackson Times

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─Photo courtesy Jimmy Keelen Firefighters in Mayfield, Kentucky, working through debris where the tornado hit the hardest.

By Alyssa Riccardi liver supplies to a fire every building in its ing but rubble left in HOW ELL – With department affected path. One of the many the aftermath. t he help of several by the recent tornado. bu i ld i ng s w r e cke d Shortly after the devresidents, organizaOn the night of De- from the storm was astation, good Samartions and businesses cember 10, a category the Mayfield Fire De- itans from all over the in the area, two local EF4 tor nado ripped partment. Both their county came together responders drove 15 th rough the cit y of Fire Stations #1 and to help those recoverplus hou rs to May- Mayfield destroying #2 were completely ing. Howell Township field, Kentucky, to de- s h o p s , h o m e s a n d demolished with noth- (Tornado - See Page 4)

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Changes Cause Argument Among County Leaders

By Bob Vosseller OCEAN COUNTY – A new year, a new commissioner and some new committee assignments were all part of the annual reorganization meeting of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners but not everything went smoothly.

With Commissioner Gerry P. Little retiring

from the board last year, a vacancy opened up and Barbara Jo Crea won election in November to replace him on the all-Republican board. She was sworn in by longtime friend and colleague 9th District Assemblyman Brian Rumpf. Her term will expire in 2024.

Commissioner Gary Quinn was also sworn in

for his second term on the board. He was surrounded by family members as former 16th District Assemblyman Jack M. Ciattarelli administered the oath of office. Quinn served as director of the Board of Commissioners last year. Quinn’s term also ends at the end of 2024. Ciattarelli lost a very close race for gov-

ernor in November to incumbent Governor Phil Murphy. He gained more votes than expected in Ocean County and other areas of the state.

The new director of commissioners is Jack P. Kelly who was unable to attend the session due to illness. His current term of office will expire at the end of the year.

Assuming the role of deputy director of the board is Virginia E. Haines whose term in office also ends this year.

As always, the first meeting of the year is a veritable who’s who of GOP officials in Ocean County and beyond. Present during the session was Ocean County Sheriff Michael G. Mastronardy, 4th District (County - See Page 8)

January 15, 2022

Jackson Mayor Rings In New Year

By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – Familiar faces and strong words were part of the township’s 178th annual reorganization meeting which was its 16th under its current form of government.

Mayor Michael Reina made reference to township’s system of government during his remarks. “The Faulkner Act form of government we have in Jackson confuses some people. The legislative body here works very hard getting everything lined up - as you would say - rules and regulations but they are laws, they’re resolutions and basically entertain what I need to run the township.”

The mayor said “As we start a new calendar year as Jackson Township government, I couldn’t be more proud of the five gentlemen who sit up here on the dais.”

Without their cooperation, the mayor said he wouldn’t be able to operate.

“I want to thank each and every one of you not only for the time you put in but for how you speak, not only to each other but to the residents of Jackson. The questions are there. The answers are provided constantly,” Mayor Reina added.

(Mayor - See Page 4)

Bus Issues Loom During Board Reorganization

By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – New board members were sworn in but familiar problems were voiced as pandemic conditions and bus transportation issues dominated this year’s reorganization meeting.

School Superintendent Nicole Pormilli said normally, the superintendent doesn’t issue a report during a reorganization meeting but she felt she needed to, regarding the move to bring back virtual learning during the first week of the school year.

She said doing so was a tough decision by the (Bus - See Page 5)

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Continued From Page 1 Police Lt. Joe Markulic and Jackson Tow nship retired f iref ighter Jim my Keelen partnered together and dove right in to help.

“This is not my first rodeo. I’ve been to the World Trade Center, and Mayfield is just as devastating,” Keelen said.

Keelen, who has been a fireman since 1976 and is a member at station 54 in Jackson, decided to collect hundreds of pieces of equipment and bring them down to the Mayfield Fire Department and First Aid.

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Continued From Page 1 “I’m not going to sugar coat anything this point forward. If any of you think 2022 is going to be easy, just look at what is going on around us. Every month there is a new (COVID-19) variant. I’m waiting for the Valentine’s variant to come out soon,” he said.

“While some say I make light over a flu, I’m not making light of a flu but people are in fear over their lives because the government can’t control what’s out there so it is not any easier for us with the restrictions and mandates,” he said.

“These executive orders are handed down

“Although I’m retired now in Virginia, what I do is help people out,” Keelen said.

“The fire department in Jackson provides me goods to bring to my fire house in Virginia because they can’t afford new equipment. When I saw the devastation in Mayfield, I knew I wanted to bring anything the Jackson firehouse gave me to Kentucky. And that’s how it all started.”

“Jimmy had the idea of collecting equipment and I joined in wanting to help the people of Mayfield. I spoke to some local fire departments in Howell and they contributed some supplies,” Markulic said.

Together they collected nearly a half a million dollars’ worth of equipment

from all over the state. They picked up items like pants, jackets, boots, gloves and more and filled an entire U-Haul truck with equipment.

“We had at least 50 complete sets of turnout gear and about 40 full sets of breathing apparatus equipment,” Markulic said.

“I put out on the firewire what we were collecting, and I couldn’t believe the response we got,” Keelen said.

Once everything was collected, they began the long journey to Kentucky on December 17 and donated all the goods to the Mayfield firehouses.

While there, Markulic created a fundraiser through his Venmo account and was able

to give the local fire department a check for $4,000.

“Their only firetruck, which was a handme-down and was refurbished for $10,000, was destroyed from the tornado. That truck was their prized possession,” Markulic said.

“The destruction… you know we’re driving out there and obviously what you see on TV is bad, but once you’re there in person, it was their whole town that was destroyed.”

“We’ve seen it during hurricane Sandy, and that’s kind of why I wanted to go out there… I wanted to give back to those who went out of their way to help us. It’s good to see smiles on people’s faces, any way we can help out,” Markulic added.

by a bunch of people who I don’t think even know what is going on anymore on the federal level. How does that affect you? When they do these mandates and executive orders it hamstrings us. All during COVID this government never shut down. We worked every day. We weren’t able to do that without the dedication of all of Jackson Township’s employees and cooperation from the entire council and our professionals,” the mayor added.

Commending Business Administrator Terence Wall and Assistant Administrator Samantha Novak the mayor said, “they held everything together like glue during what we saw as a very tough time. We have no idea what 2022 will bounce off us this year.

I can tell you that we are ready and will be well prepared both financially, mentally and physically with the strongest police department, fire companies and first aid the township has ever had.”

He thanked the council for “allowing me to make it to that strength. We are doing more with less employees and we are saving you money each and every day.”

The mayor congratulated new Council President Martin Flemming who served as council vice president last year. He also congratulated Andrew Kern who served as council president last year and will now be council vice president. The council president sets the agenda and runs the meetings. The vice president does this in

the president’s absence.

Reina also said he looked forward to working with new Township Clerk Diane Festino. She was sworn in during the last meeting of 2021 last month with the retirement of Janice Kisty. Mary Moss was sworn in as the new deputy clerk during that same meeting.

“What I wish for everyone is a happy, healthy and successful new year for you and your families. Please be safe. This council and administration are your base of knowledge for whatever you need. You reach out to us and you get answers,” the mayor said.

He once again warned the public to be weary of certain social media sites that provide “misinformation and hate.”

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Continued From Page 1 administration but it was necessary noting that “after the holiday break the number of school staff impacted by the latest surge of the COVID-19 pandemic either through quarantining or exposure to it, was at 170.” That number later jumped to 212 and it became a matter of safety in transporting students to schools as well.

The reorganization meeting included the swearing in of Giuseppe Palmeri, Tina Kass and Erica Osmond for three-year terms and Alison Barocas for a one-year term. Each will serve on the Board for the first time having defeated three incumbents who were running for re-election. John Bunetsky chose not to run for re-election so his seat was also up for grabs.

Board Business Administrator/Board Secretary Michelle Richards swore in the new members and the next point of business was to select a Board President and Board Vice President.

Board member Michael Walsh was nominated and later approved to serve as this year’s Board of Education president. Tara Rivera was later nominated and by majority vote, approved to serve as Board Vice President. The two switched position from last year.

Attorney Marc Zitomer provided an executive summary of the state’s Ethics Acts of dos and don’ts for new and existing Board of Education members.

Transportation issues dominated the public comment period during the session with parents Devorah Grushkin, Esti Friedman, Suri

The Jackson Times, January 15, 2022, Page 5 Robinson and Rachel Warman each calling for more lead time to arrange for alternative bussing arrangements for their children who are attending private schools for out of district children.

Parent Grushkin said she has four children that are sent to a private school in Lakewood.

She spoke about the transportation of her kids that was discontinued from the district.

Friedman, who previously lived in Lakewood, said she was also having a problem with transportation to her daughters’ private school.

Robinson joined the other mothers in requesting the Board provide notice of transportation earlier. “We need an actual commitment of being notified early in the year so we would know whether we need private busing or driving to the school itself. Is there a way to get a commitment earlier? The August 1 date is too late. Can we get an actual date change?”

Warman spoke next and told Board members that she had children of different ages requiring different school schedule times. “I am respectfully requesting we have notice by April at the latest.”

Superintendent Pormilli responded to those concerns explaining the decision of aid in lieu as opposed to providing transportation within the school district involved a multi-step process before making that decision.

State law dictates that districts must either provide transportation to kids living in town to private schools, or pay the household $1,000 aid in lieu of providing transportation.

“During that process this past year we had a driver shortage which did not help us at all and there is a national shortage,” Pormilli added.

The state requires forms for aid in lieu in March and they must be sent to the State by August.

“We do have a commitment to be better and we will continue to strive to do that as best we can. We hope for improvement.”

Board member Scott Sargent asked to serve on the transportation committee this year to fill in for departing Board member Tzvi Herman who resigned last month prior to the expiration of his term on January 1.

“I think we can get it done for April 1. They cannot secure busing for their students if we wait for August 1. I know what the law is but August 1 is just not going to cut it for Jackson Township. We probably need - from my observation - to farm the busing out. The aid in lieu is just not working in my opinion,” Sargent said.

He added, “I think these van drivers are very difficult to monitor. I would also say that the bus district itself and the issues we’ve had in the

─Photo courtesy Jackson Schools New members of the Jackson School Board are sworn in by Business Administrator/ Board of Education Secretary Michelle Richards during the Board’s reorganization meeting. Giuseppe Palmeri, Tina Kass and Erica Osmond were sworn in for threeyear terms and Alison Barocas for a one-year term. Each will serve on the Board for the first time having defeated incumbents who were running and one who chose not to seek reelection.

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Pormilli asked what Sargent meant for ‘farm out’ was to go out to bid. She said that would take at least two months. “April would be a little tight. It is a timeline process not a people problem. I think it is good that you volunteered to be on that committee and we can talk about the timelines.”

Sargent said, “so are you saying May 15? Is that correct?”

“Pormilli responded, “May would be the more realistic date than April. We certainly are looking to bring timelines up as fast we can.”

The issue will be revisited during the Board’s next meeting.

“This is the first of many (meetings) to come.

There will be a lot of learning going on by this board in the next month or two,” Walsh said.

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY F eatured L etter Teachers And Safty Protocol Must Be Respected All students and educators have a right to attend schools that are safe and conducive to learning and achievement, yet schools are experiencing increasingly frequent incidents that are having a devastating, negative impact on students and staff. One issue is parents that undermine a school system’s efforts to keep their child safe and secure. Instead of following the science regarding COVID safety protocol, some parents and radio personalities actually encourage children to disregard and refuse to adhere to the rules meant to keep them safe.

With active shooter drills, and the ongoing pandemic, we are living in an unprecedented time. However, one thing is certain; educators always step up during times of stress and uncertainty and make their students’ education, safety, and health their number one priority. Parents should do the same and support the efforts of their child’s teacher.

Remember, teachers truly are the backbone of society and need parental support.

They are role models to children, offer guidance and dedication and give us the power of education. Because of teachers, we are able to further develop socially and

economically. Next time you or your community achieve something great, take a moment to think of, and be grateful for the teachers who made it possible.

Today’s teachers are dedicated and help their students succeed academically, even when that requires extra time to alter a lesson, one-on-one time, or staying after hours to make sure they understand a concept. Teachers make students feel special by giving them love, attention, and acceptance.

Although scores fluctuate year to year, overall, the public schools’ scores remain among the top in the world.

The United States stays on top, as number one, in the Education Ranking in The 2020 Best Countries Report, a ranking and analysis project by ‘U.S. News & World Report,” and the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.

Let us always remember teacher Christa McAuliffe’s ideology, who lost her life when the Space Shuttle Challenger exploded. Her lessons from space did not occur, but her philosophy and famous quote should be remembered: “I touch the future, I teach.”

Byran Mills, Jackson

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Letters To The Editor Local Holocaust Survivor Found Support In Community Of Faith Fou r-year-old Rober t Wagemann lay on the exam table, his leg exposed to show the deformity he had from birth. His mother, anxiously waiting in the Ger man hospital where they had been summoned, overheard the doctors’ plan to fatally overdose him after they returned from lunch.

This would not be their first murder.

With Robert unable to run, his mother confronted the nurse on guard, whisking him away to hide in the reeds of a nearby river until it was safe to escape.

The Nazis secretly targeted Robert and other people with mental or physical disabilities for “euthanasia,” killing an estimated 250,000, including some 10,000 children, from 1939 to 1945. The Nazis believed that anyone with disabilities was not only a financial burden but also a threat to hereditary “purity” of their racial community.

Robert’s mother gave birth to him shortly after being released from Nazi imprisonment in 1937 for her faith as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses. Unable to secure proper medical attention, Robert was born with a shattered hip that made his legs uneven and his foot misshapen.

“He was luckier than many other patients with a physical disability at the time,” said Edna Friedberg, a historian at the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, D.C., in an episode of its Facebook Live series in honor of disability awareness in October.

Robert went on to have a fulfilling technical career and a happy family life with his wife Renate and three sons, emigrating to Garfield, New Jersey, in 1963. Although living with

a disability brought some challenges, Robert maintained a positive attitude and sense of adventure.

His faith was what helped Robert cope, said Renate, now living in W hiting.

“Knowing God’s promises for the future made all the difference in the world in how he accepted his disability and lived a full life” until his death in 2017.

Robert served his family of faith as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses in a responsible role in congregations in northern and central New Jersey for some 40 years, especially treasuring opportunities to help older and disabled ones feel as valued as he did.

“The most important characteristic of the Christian congregation is love, not efficiency,” noted the Witnesses’ flagship publication, “The Watchtower,” in explaining the Bible’s viewpoint of those with physical and mental limitations.

That perspective has helped others with disabilities in the Witnesses’ community of faith feel valued as well.

Whether spiritual comfort or practical assistance in car r ying heav y groceries that her cerebral palsy makes difficult, Elizabeth Madole said she has experienced love from her congregation in Tucson, Arizona, and genuine interest in her as an individual. “They focus on what a person can do, not what they cannot do.”

For Jaden Smith, 17, being included in his congregation’s spiritual and recreational activities in ways that don’t trigger the sensory issues he has from autism “makes me feel confident, loved, and important,” he said. His family also pointed to the help they’ve received from information on the Witnesses’ official website, jw.org, when facing treatment decisions and keeping their home peaceful and united. “These articles are also an expression of love, and they let us know that we have a place in this big, beautiful spiritual

family,” said Jaden’s mother, Keren Smith, of Corpus Christi, Texas.

While people with physical and mental limitations no longer face the Nazi threat, Robert concluded a 1993 interview with the Holocaust museum saying that it is important not to forget experiences like his in Germany.

“As long as we do not get together, tolerate each other, and become like brothers and sisters on this Earth, we need to be reminded of what is going on in this world,” he said.

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Freedom To Be Healthy I’m old enough to remember when you could smoke in restaurants. When you left the restaurants, even if you were in the non-smoking area, you still reeked of smoke.

So how is this any different with masks and vaccinations and COVID-19? When you say you don’t want your kids to wear masks in school, or you don’t want to wear it in a restaurant, you’re only concerned about your own freedom. You don’t care about my freedom to be healthy and my kids’ freedom to be healthy.

Should my rights be violated by your rights? Should my child’s rights be violated by your child’s rights?

Heather J. Canbril Island Heights

On Letters To The Editor From time to time, newsp ap e r s a r e c on f r ont e d by the “censorship” or “ t h o u g h t p o l i c e ,” f o r publishing letters to the editor they deem inappropriate for public consumption.

How favore d we a re

that living among us, are some people who have been anointed to tell the editor and his staff what is appropr iat e opi n ion and thought and what is not – freethought is not dangerous, suppression and censorship is.

A while back, I recall reading where a g roup of parents demanded that “Huckleber r y Fin n” be removed from the school’s library because of its perceived obscenities. When the group was asked by a school board member their opinion of a book that cont ained mu rder, gratuitous violence, incest, lust, adultery, sanctioned slavery, polygamy, cannibalism, bestiality, misogyny, drunkenness, and human sacrifice, they replied: “They would not censor such a book, they would burn it!”

“Apparently,” one school board member responded back , “ you have never read the Bible!”

When it comes to freedom of speech, a nd t hou g ht , it i s wel l we remember the words of the late journalist, H.L. Mencken: “I know of no human right that is more valu able as t he si mple right to say what seems (at t he mome nt) t o b e the truth. Take away that right, and none other is worth a hoot; nor indeed can any other long exist.”

There will always be those who possess limited intellectual resources or who are cog nitively c h a l l e n g e d , b u t i f we have free speech and a free press, I think there is no danger of the government or the superstitious self-righteous expropriating our constitutional rights.

“But this is slavery, not to speak one’s thought.” ~ Euripides Borden Applegate Jackson

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Congressman Smith Looks Back On Jan. 6

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Januar y 6, 2021 was a tragic day for our nation that resulted in the loss of life and physical injury, including brave Capitol Police officer Brian Sicknick from New Jersey who died the next day. The U.S. Capitol Police are owed our profound gratitude for their bravery and heroism on January 6th that continues to this day.

Rather than seeking the truth and a roadmap to ensure the safety and security of

those who work at or visit the Capitol, the so-called “Select Committee” to investigate the January 6th attack has pursued a highly partisan agenda.

The American people deserve better.

On June 30th, I voted “NO” on H.Res. 503 - legislation authored by Nancy Pelosi - that created the Select Committee because: of the hyper-partisan makeup of the Committee - 8 Democrats to 5 Republicans

- with the Speaker empowered by H. Res 503 to determine which Republicans get a seat on the committee. the power to compel testimony - subpoena power - is vested exclusively with the Democratic Chairman alone or the majority on the Committee. there are absolutely no checks and balances to prevent or even mitigate a witch-hunt.

Additionally, critical questions related

to that day remain unanswered including: Why was the Capitol so unprepared? Why wasn’t an intelligence assessment on the possibility of protestors “becoming violent” and that “Congress itself is the target on the 6th” shared with rank-andfile officers?

To this day, only 30 out of 104 recommendations by the U.S. Capitol Police’s Office of Inspector General to improve future safety and security have been fully adopted.

Governor Murphy Announces Expanded Income Eligibility For Prescription Drug Assistance Programs

TRENTON – Governor Phil Murphy announced that income limits for the Pharmaceutical Assistance to the Aged and Disabled (PAAD) and the Senior Gold Prescription Discount drug assistance programs have increased by $10,000, making drug prices more affordable and benefitting over 20,000 seniors. Raising the income threshold, which was part of Governor Murphy’s Fiscal Year 2022 budget, is the largest one-time increase in the history of both the PAAD and Senior Gold Prescription Discount drug assistance programs. This initiative is a part of the Governor’s ongoing and broader commitment and programming to make health care more affordable for New Jersey residents across provider, insurance, and prescription drug costs.

“Few issues have a greater financial impact on New Jersey families than the ever-increasing cost of prescription drugs,” said Governor Murphy. “Making New Jersey a

more affordable place to call home means working to address the cost of prescription drug medicine. I am extremely proud of the progress we have made with this historic benefit increase that will expand benefits to thousands of New Jerseyans.”

“We know when budgets are tight, individuals are faced with difficult decisions like stretching their medication or leaving prescriptions unfilled,” said New Jersey Department of Human Services Acting Commissioner Sarah Adelman. “This historic benefit increase will allow many older residents and individuals with disabilities to qualify for the first time for prescription savings. If you need assistance affording medication and think you may be eligible, we encourage you to apply,” “Cost should not be a barrier to medicine,” said New Jersey Department of Human Services Division of Aging Services Director Louise Rush. “By expanding the income eligibility to the PAAD and Senior Gold

prescription assistance programs, we are opening these savings to more residents who need the help.”

“For too many, access to critical medications means being able to afford the cost of them.

This administration has prioritized health care affordability for consumers across provider, insurance, and prescription drug costs,” said Shabnam Salih, Director of the Office of Health Care Affordability and Transparency.

“Today’s program expansion will help many New Jersey residents by alleviating some of the cost burden of prescription drugs for more eligible residents.”

The PAAD and Senior Gold Prescription Discount drug assistant programs are available to residents 65 and older and those with disabilities. PAAD cuts drug prices to $5 for covered generic drugs and $7 for covered

name brands. Senior Gold cuts prices in half after a $15 copay for covered prescriptions.

The PAAD program income limits are now $38,769 if single and $45,270 for a couple. The Senior Gold Prescription Discount program limits are now $48,769 if single and $55,270 if married.

Assets are not an eligibility consideration for either program.

Income limits for the Lifeline utility assistance program and the Hearing Aid Assistance to the Aged and Disabled (HAAAD) program have also increased by $10,000, as those programs are tied to PAAD. Eligible older residents and individuals with disabilities are urged to apply now through the NJSave online application, download an application from the NJSave webpage, or ask for a paper application by calling 1-800-792-9745. Online and paper applications are available in English and Spanish.

Mental Health Association Offering Online Support Group

OCEAN COUNTY – A new, online support and discussion group for women in the workplace is being offered by a nonprofit organization, The Mental Health Association in New Jersey, which has an affiliate office in Ocean County. The focus is on women who have experienced emotional, physical, or sexual intimidation or abuse on the job.

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

“Our area of South Jersey employs many women in occupations frequently associated with a higher risk for these experienc-

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

Trendler said women who have faced these situations can experience negative health outcomes, including sleep disorders, depression, anxiety and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD. Through the group, members share resources and strategies to improve their mental health.

Life in Waves meets twice a month on the second and fourth Wednesday at 7 p.m. To receive a link for this meeting, call The Mental Health Association at 609-652-3800 or email lifeinwaves@mhanj.org.

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Continued From Page 1 Congressman Christopher Smith, 30th District Senator Robert W. Singer, Jackson Mayor Michael Reina, Manchester Mayor Robert Hudak, Manchester Councilwoman Michele Zolezi and former Ocean County Republican party boss George Gilmore. They and other elected officials observed the meeting. Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer was also acknowledged during the meeting.

Also noted were Ocean County Clerk Scott M. Colabella and Frank B. Holman, III, chairman of the Board of Canvassers and current county leader of the Republicans.

Reverend James Occhipinti, who serves as chaplain for the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office and the Ocean County Sheriff’s Department, provided the invocation and at the session’s close, the benediction. Occhipinti has been a part of the reorganization meeting for many years providing those services. The day’s session began with a presentation of colors by the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office Color Guard.

Crea thanked her family for their support and attending the day’s meeting. She thanked Rumpf saying, “we’ve been friends for a long time. You administered my first oath of office many years ago and you are here with me again today. I genuinely

appreciate that.” She acknowledged former Commissioner Little on the work “he has done for Ocean County over the years. I am also grateful to people of Ocean County for giving me the opportunity to serve them.”

She pledged to be “very active and a hands-on commissioner for the residents of Ocean County.”

Quinn acknowledged Occhipinti for his many years at the reorganization meetings. He also thanked his wife of 43 years, Linda, and the rest of his family for their support. He also noted the work of the Ocean County Health Department and its leadership by Health Coordinator/Health Officer Daniel P. Regenye.

“I’m very happy to have all the support I had on the county level along with Bobbi Jo, to be able to come back and serve the residents for another three years. Last year was a challenging year and we had to deal with a lot of things that we have never had to deal with in the past,” Quinn added.

Haines also noted the COVID-19 services of the OCHD and spoke about several land preservation projects that began in 2021 and would continue into the new year including a new park in Manchester Township off Ridgeway Boulevard. It will serve as both a passive and recreational park and is the county’s 28th park.

Argument Over Liaisons Amid the pleasantries there was one point of contention with a resolution assigning which commissioner would serve as liaison to departments this year. Commissioner Joseph Vicari called for it to be tabled for further discussion. He noted his background in education and his long time serving as liaison on the Ocean County Vocational-Technical Schools, Employee Relations Department and the Surrogate’s Officer. He wanted to know why he was taken off as liaison.

With Kelly absent, Haines chaired the meeting.

“This was distributed last week to all the commissioners. Everyone has had a chance to look at it. Jack has seen it. Although we don’t all agree 100% on the appointments being switched around I myself am not in favor of tabling it,” Quinn said.

Vicari said, “there was no discussion of it. There was no interaction. There are several things I would like to discuss. I need more information. I don’t feel comfortable. I will support all other items but I want to discuss those three at another meeting.”

“What I’m saying is let’s talk about each one individually and if I lose, I lose but I think the people should know the reason.” He noted he served as liaison to the Ocean County Vocational Schools, for 40 years.

“We are moving on with the meeting,” Haines said noting the motion to table had failed and the motion to approve the resolution was now before them.

Vicari responded, “so I am being censored? You say this is good government? It is a disgrace. If (deceased Ocean County Freeholders) John Bartlett and Jim Mancini were here, they would be turning over in their graves.”

“I respect you and we have a great relationship working together. These discussions have been going on over the last couple of weeks. We’re not elected to sit up here and all agree on everything and this is a situation where we are now definitely not agreeing on something,” Quinn said.

“We rarely get into these situations but my disagreement with Commissioner Vicari over the last couple of years has been because you’ve been here for 40 years or whatever it is, does not give you an edge up and never have to give up any of your departments that these are your departments in perpetuity.

“That is not the case. It is a healthy situation for these departments to be shuffled around once in a while and have other commissioners to come in and work with the leaders of those departments.

Our job as liaison is not to go in and micromanage any of these departments,” Quinn said.

“I want more information. I have not had the opportunity to discuss this,” Vicari added.

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

Library To Feature Art By Sue Kolb And Robert Jenkin

─Photo courtesy Ocean County Library (Top) “Autumn Lake,” courtesy Sue Kolb. (Bottom) “Musicians,” courtesy Robert Jenkin.

JACKSON – Renowned Jackson Township “I originally took an interest in art, artists Sue Kolb and Robert Jenkin will re- sketching with charcoal, pastels and fiturn to the Ocean County Library Jackson nally painting with oils many years ago,” Branch in January, to stage an exhibit that Ms. Kolb said. “I feel it’s never too late to will remain on display through March. pursue again in retirement. All you need is Both artists have exhibited in the Jackson the desire, more than the talent.”

Branch, Westlake Golf and Country Club Mr. Jenkin, a self-taught artist and former in Jackson, and other local venues. Retired teacher, incorporated art and musicianship from daily employment, they continue to into his former role as owner of Knolltop refine and expand their talents.

Country Day Camp in East Brunswick. “I Sue Kolb developed her skills with the still paint with enthusiasm,” he said, adding guidance of Hungarian artist Bella Schmidt, that they regularly share and critique their and also of Monmouth County’s Sandy styles.

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The exhibit is free and open to the public.

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─Photo courtesy Jackson Police JACKSON – On the morning of December 30, members of the Jackson Police Department congratulated Lt. Chris Parise #186 and Detective Sgt. Mitch Cowit #183 on their retirements from the department.

Lt. Parise was hired by the Jackson Police Department in March 1995. He was assigned to work on multiple shifts as a patrol officer before being promoted to sergeant in January 2009. He supervised patrol shifts on the midnight and day shifts and then was transferred to the Professional Standards Unit in April 2018 and then promoted to lieutenant in May 2018. During his career he also served as a field training officer, a member of the department’s Special Response Team and as the Office of Emergency Management Coordinator. He has received multiple agency awards including multiple letters of commendation, command citation letters, police unit citation, excellent police duty ribbon, good conduct ribbon and a

lifesaving ribbon.

Detective Sgt. Cowit was hired by the Jackson Police Department in August 1992. He worked as a patrol officer on the midnight shift before being assigned to the detective bureau in May 1996. He was assigned to the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Special Operations Group in July 2014 until January 2017 when he was promoted to sergeant and assigned to supervise a patrol shift. In December 2019 he was again assigned to the detective bureau to supervise the newly formed Special Enforcement Unit. During his career he also served as a member of the department’s Special Response Team and as a hostage negotiator. He has received multiple agency awards including multiple letters of commendation, command citation letters, a meritorious police duty ribbon, good conduct ribbon, excellent police duty ribbon, achievement ribbon, police unit citation and officer of the year.

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Around The Jersey Shore Officials: Don’t Go To Emergency Room Only For COVID Testing

NEW JERSEY – Due to an increase in individuals seeking COVID-19 testing in Emergency Departments, the New Jersey Department of Health and the New Jersey Hospital Association are reminding the public that Emergency Departments are for emergencies only.

“Seeking non-emergency care such as COVID-19 testing in an Emergency Department diverts critical staff time and resources from those with true emergencies,” said Health Commissioner Judith Persichilli. “Our hospital Emergency Depar t ments are exper iencing ver y high volumes of individuals seeking COV I D -19 t e st i ng. We u nde r st a nd that people want to be safe and follow our recommendations to get tested for COVID-19, but I want to remind the public that Emergency Departments are for those who need critical, life-saving care.”

Individuals with mild symptoms who su sp e ct COV I D -19 shou ld v isit a n urgent care center, federally qualified health center or contact their primary care physician.

“We need the public’s help to preserve Emergency Department resources for those experiencing emergency illnesses and injuries, including life-threatening conditions including heart attacks and strokes,” said New Jersey Hospital Association President and CEO Cathleen Bennett. “New Jersey experienced a

high number of deaths at home last year, including people who were facing critical medical issues who waited too long to seek emergency care amid the pandemic. We must not allow concerns about overcrowded Emergency Department to add to that toll of pandemic deaths.”

“It is important to seek emergency care when you need it,” Commissioner Persichilli said. “Individuals experiencing symptoms like shortness of breath or chest pain – which can be symptoms of COVID-19 as well as other critical illnesses – should call 911 or seek care i n a n Eme rge ncy De pa r t me nt. But those seeking testing should find other locations.”

The Department is encouraging the public to visit COVID19.nj.gov to find one of the over 1,000 testing locations throughout the state, including free pop-up and county sites, rather than go to an Emergency Department. A new federal COVID-19 surge testing site is to officially open on January 1 at the East Orange Division of Senior Services and will provide free nasal swab PCR testing for up to 1,000 individuals per day.

The state also has par t nered with Vault Medical Services to offer free at-home testing and you can visit learn. vaulthealth.com/nj to order your free test.

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By Michael J. Deem, Esq., of R.C. Shea and Associates In 1998, the State of New Jersey adopted the Automobile Insurance Cost Reduction Act (AICRA) to reduce the cost of automobile insurance by reducing the benefits available to persons who are injured in automobile accidents. This means less coverage to pay for medical treatment and less rights to recover monetary damages from careless drivers who injure your family.

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When purchasing automobile insurance, you have two choices; you are required to select either a Basic Policy or a Standard Policy.

We do not recommend choosing the Basic Policy.

The Basic Policy only provides minimal coverage and leaves you unprotected in several areas. A Basic Policy only provides you with $5,000.00 of property damage liability coverage if someone makes a claim against you and only provides $15,000.00 of medical expense benefits should you require medical treatment for your injuries. The Basic Policy does not cover you if you injure someone else. The Basic Policy does not provide Uninsured Motorist coverage to protect you and your family if the careless driver who causes the collision is uninsured or is insured under a Basic Policy. Perhaps most importantly, the Basic Policy will not provide you with a free lawyer to defend any claim against your personal assets.

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When you purchase the Standard Policy you must elect a “tort option” that will determine your right to make a claim. You must select either the “limitation on lawsuit option” or the “no limitation on lawsuit option.” If you purchase the Basic Policy then you are assigned the “limitation on lawsuit option.” We recommend that you choose the “no limitation on lawsuit option.” Ask your insurance representative what is the actual dollar amount that your overall premium will increase if you elect the “no limitation on lawsuit option.”

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The 4th Annual Mistletoe Rock Radiothon powered by Hutchins HVAC was hosted by 107.1 The Boss and Ashley Homestore on December 16 and 17 at the Freehold Raceway Mall.

The money will benefit Michael’s Feat, a nonprofit which provides comfort and support for families caring for seriously ill newborns. They offer families in need direct financial support, overnight bags filled with supplies for hospital stays, furniture and medical equipment, meals, gas cards, and when necessary respite care and bereavement support. The radiothon is in its fourth year and has raised a total of $81,838 for this organization.

The fundraising was bookended by The Boss’s Robby and Rochelle in the Morning, assisted by Ross Brittan on Thursday morning and then Michele Amabile and Van Dusen, the station reported.

As the radiothon took place during the holiday shopping period, many shoppers stopped by the CentraState Live Broad-

cast Center outside the mall. Listeners also donated to the AJ Perri Phone Bank.

The New Jersey Natural Gas Online Donation Center and Auction featured such items as signed artist memorabilia, a custom Stone Pony leather jacket, and a private box to the Monmouth University Hawks.

Monthly reoccu r r ing donors were dubbed “Michael’s Feat Monarchs” and earned a commemorative butterfly t-shirt as a gift, made possible by Puharic & Associates Insurance Agency. All Radiothon donors were eligible to win a “Brilliant Swag Bag” including over $4,500 in prizes, courtesy of Brilliant Environmental Services.

The 4th Annual Mistletoe Rock Radiothon was also made possible by Irwin Lincoln & Irwin Mazda, Lombardi Plastic Surgery Center, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 400, Chocolate Carousel, and Four Boys Ice Cream.

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OCEAN COUNTY – Are you living with a chronic condition such as high blood pressure, arthritis, pain, depression, heart/lung disease or diabetes?

The Ocean County Library will be holding the 2022 Chronic Disease Workshop on Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. between January 12 to February 16, via virtual on Zoom. Participant will need a PC or laptop with camera and microphone This six-week, two-hour interactive weekly workshop aims to improve self-management behavior and to reduce risks associated with chronic disease. This workshop was devel-

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

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By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

When your throat hurts it’s because it has been irritated which can happen for many reasons. Among the most common are post-nasal drip, chronic allergies, pollution, or cold/flu. The discomfort is usually mild and self-limited, however sometimes a sore throat gets so bad that you need more than a Popsicle®!

My focus today is just to relieve the symptom of a non-serious sore throat. See your doctor if yours is accompanied by other symptoms because it is an early symptom of Omicron.

Here are 5 incredibly fast-acting ways to soothe your sore throat: 1. Salt Water Gargle Gargling with saltwater is a well-known remedy to help with throat pain. Saltwater helps by reducing inflammation and pain in the area. It can drive out some pathogens in the tissue simply by making your throat less hospitable to them! Here’s a recipe that’s even better than salt water.

Recipe for Salt Water Gargle Recipe 8 oz cool water 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon sea salt (or Real® salt if you have) Combine about 5 drops of essential oils into the salt water using any of these: Eucalyptus, peppermint, thyme, On Guard® or Thieves® or even lemon.

Stir together and gargle with this very 3 to 4 hours.

2. Lozenges The lozenge you choose is entirely up to you, but most of them contain menthol, benzocaine, dyclonine, honey, or

eucalyptus, and more! Each ingredient does something slightly different, but they’re all similar in that they act to anesthetize your throat for a few minutes so you swallow better and find more comfort. Lozenges are not generally curative, they’re mainly for symptomatic relief, although eucalyptus does have some ‘kill’ action.

3. A big spoon of honey. For adults, a spoonful of honey is soothing to a scratchy, sore throat especially if it is accompanied by a cough. Raw honey contains natural antibacterial agents such as bee pollen and bee propolis. Do not give honey to babies younger than a year or two.

4. Sip herbal teas. You can have it iced or warm. The temperature of the tea is completely your preference. Even when my throat is sore, I still prefer warm herbal tea, over iced tea. There are commercial tea bags made specifically for sore throats or make your own spearmint and slippery elm bark tea.

Add some dried orange peel for vitamin C. 5. Ibuprofen or Acetaminophen. These analgesics listed here are great antipyretics, that’s why they’re useful for both fever and pain. These reduce swelling which affords you temporary relief so you can take in nourishment and food.

In closing, if you develop a high fever, chills or see a buildup of puss near your tonsils, or any other symptoms that are indicative of infection, please see your practitioner and get proper anti-viral or antibiotic treatment.

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Around The Jersey Shore Mild Noise This Month From Joint Base

By Alyssa Riccardi LAKEHURST – Seems like January will be a quiet month at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst (JBMDL) as they’ve just released thei r monthly “Noise Level Calendar.”

Although many Ocean County residents are used to the noise coming from the base, JBMDL puts out a monthly schedule so residents know when to expect mild or severe noise.

T he ba se labels ea ch d ay on t he calendar with th ree different levels of noise: slight noise, moderate noise and abundant noise. For the month of January, the majority of the days are labeled for slight noise or moderate noise. No abu ndant noise will t ake place this month.

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You Have The Power To Protect Against The Flu

N EW J ERSEY – The New Jersey Department of Health is reminding residents that everyone six months of age and older is recommended to receive a yearly f lu vaccine. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommend f lu vaccination preferably by the end of October since f lu activity could surge this season due to increased travel and the return of more in-person activities.

“The risk of both f lu and COVID-19 spreading this winter can place an additional burden on hospitals and frontline healthcare professionals,” said Health Commissioner Judith Persichilli. “Flu and COVID-19 vaccines can be given at the same time. Taking advantage of this opportunity could help to reduce serious illnesses, keep our residents healthy, and save lives.”

Flu vaccination prevents millions of illnesses and flu-related doctor’s visits each year. Despite these benefits, only about half of New Jersey residents ages 18 and older received their flu vaccine during the 2020-2021 season. Additionally, disparities in race were seen both nationally and in New Jersey with black individuals ages six months and older having the lowest vaccination coverage (approximately 43 percent) as compared to other race and ethnicities. Increases in coverage from the prior year were seen among New Jersey adults 65 and older (77.8 percent) and those ages 18-64 with high-risk health conditions (55.5 percent).

Although f lu vaccination is recommended for everyone ages six months and older, certain people are at greater risk for serious complications from the f lu. Those at high risk include: • Children younger than 5, but especially children younger than 2 years old; • People 65 years of age and older; • Pregnant women and women up to 2 weeks after end of pregnancy; • American Indians and Alaskan Natives; • People who have medical conditions such as asthma, heart disease, and diabetes.

Flu vaccination should also be a priority for persons who live with or care for individuals at higher risk for inf luenza-related complications. This includes healthcare personnel and household contacts of children less than six months of age, since these children are too young to receive the f lu vaccine.

The Department is collaborating with the Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Nor ther n New Jersey for its Power to Protect NJ statewide f lu campaign to encourage residents to get vaccinated to protect themselves and others. The campaign includes posters, frequently asked questions, videos, and images that can be shared on social media.

“The f lu vaccine is safe, effective and widely available,” said Commissioner Persichilli. “This campaign is a reminder that each of us has the POWER TO PROTECT ourselves, our families, and

our communities by getting vaccinated.”

The Department currently has two other initiatives to help promote flu prevention among other health and community partners, the New Jersey Influenza Honor Roll and the NJ College & University Flu Challenge. The Honor Roll recognizes institutions that encourage and promote flu prevention within their communities

across the state. There are four eligible categories to participate: businesses, community-based organizations, institutions of education and healthcare facilities. The Flu Challenge is a separate initiative designed to engage college students in a friendly competition to improve flu vaccination coverage on their campuses.

Flu vaccination is available at health-

care provider offices, pharmacies, federally qualified health centers and local health departments.

To view additional f lu statistics, visit: cdc.gov/flu/fluvaxview/interactive-general-population.htm For more information about inf luenza, visit the Department’s f lu website: nj.gov/health/cd/topics/f lu.shtml.

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Donate Your Used Cell Phones For This Worthy Cause

OCEAN COUNTY – Nancy Seibert has been collecting for “Cell Phones for Soldiers” since 2006. She has combined forces with Bayville based “Support the Troops Project,” led by Lloyd Mullikin since 2004, who mails these cards and packages overseas to ou r t roops in harm’s way.

Cell phones collected, in any condition, and are not reused but sent to a recycler.

Cords and cases are not necessary. The profits are then sent to the organization headquar ters in Massachusetts from wh ich Na ncy orde r s he r f ree, t r ue 60-minute calling cards. They are provided for those military who are unable to contact their families without incur-

ring monumental expense during their deployment.

They also accept monetary donation for help defray the cost of mailing these boxes. Checks can be made out to the VFW Post 9503 with a notation in the memo “Support the Troops.” Checks can be mailed to Lloyd Mullikin, 307 Allaire Ave., Bayville, NJ 08721 or call him at 732-269-1397. It would then be a tax-deductible donation.

To date, Nancy has collected over 23,000 cell phones and donated over 99,000 calling cards. If you have the name of a militar y member ser ving overseas, feel free to contact with their, name/rank and APO/FPO address and

they will be happy to donate cards to them. She can be contacted at 732-6066040.

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CLASSIFIEDS Seeking Home SENIOR JERSEY GENT SEEKS NEW HOME - Semi-retired (fully vaccinated) desires lodging in private home. Food fringees too! Call Charlie (732-216-3176.

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Personals Established, generous, handsome SWM in Ocean County seeks one young girlfriend that needs ongoing assistance with college and expenses. To begin correspondence, email note and photo to: hvacrs@yahoo.com.

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Items For Sale Free 1950s furniture, Home full of collectibles - Lamps, albums, formica table, collectible tins, wood boxes, decantors, vases, Donkey and Cart rainboots, conch shells, 3 Furs water goblets, red bricks, more! 732-267-6232.

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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, brica-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.

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(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.

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Call Jason at 609-970-4806. (t/n) Vinyl Records Wanted - Paying cash for LP albums, Rock, Jazz, Reggae, Blues. Very good condition only. Call Rick 908-616-7104.

(5) Ca$h Paid For Old 45 RPM Records - Old R&B, doo wop, soul, blues, early rock and roll, and rockabilly preferred. Call or text between 8am and 8pm 909-938-4623. (51)

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Call or email for details 732-341-4825 info@Silverwoodsliving.com. (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) File Clerk - Law Office. P-T Mon-Fri. Flexible. Email@ walzerlawfirm.com.

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Around The Jersey Shore Award Winning Doctor To Speak At Ocean County College

By Alyssa Riccardi TOMS RIVER – Dr. Sanjay Gupta, an Emmy-award winning journalist and chief medical correspondent for CNN, is set to appear on the main stage at the Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts on February 2.

“Chasing Life and Cheating Death” will be Gupta’s topic of discussion, joining in on the Foundation’s Blauvelt Speaker Series.

Visitors will enjoy a 40-minute presentation and a 30-minute Q&A session. The event begins at 6:30 p.m. and those interested can choose from either in-person and livestream tickets. The Grunin Center is located on the Ocean County College Main Campus, on College Drive in Toms River.

Gupta is a New York Times best-selling author and practicing neurosurgeon. He’s a crucial part of CNN’s health and medical

news, covering some of the most important health stories in the United States and around the world.

In addition, he host’s CNN Original Series “Chasing Life with Dr. Sanjay Gupta,” which follows his travels around the world in search of the secrets to living longer, healthier and happier. His podcast, “Chasing Life,” explores the science behind how we can all live well and thrive in the new normal.

Tickets for the live event are $35 to $25.

Purchase online at grunincenter.org or call the Grunin Center Box Office at 732-2550500. This will be a full house event; there will not be socially distanced seating.

Access to the live stream is free and limited to one ticket per viewing device. Advance registration is required. Register online at grunincenter.org.

Drive Sober Or Get Pulled Over

JACKSON – Law enforcement officials from Jackson Township will be cracking down on drivers impaired by alcohol or drugs as part of the annual end of year “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” statewide campaign. Beginning December 3 and continuing through January 1, local, county, and state law enforcement officials will conduct saturation patrols and sobriety checkpoints looking for motorists who may be driving while intoxicated.

The national “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” effort endeavors to raise awareness about the dangers of impaired driving through a combination of high-visibility enforcement and public education.

“During the last five years New Jersey has experienced more than 35,000 alcohol involved crashes resulting in 618 fatalities,” said Jackson Traffic Safety Officer Edward Travisano. “This is a critical law enforcement program that can save lives during a time of the year when social gatherings with alcohol increase the risk of impaired driving.”

Last year, 23% of all motor vehicle fatalities

in New Jersey were alcohol-related. Nationally, 10,142 people died in 2019 in drunk driving crashes. The societal cost associated with these crashes is estimated to be $44 billion annually.

Law enforcement agencies participating in the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over 2021 Year End Holiday Crackdown offer the following advice for the holiday season: • Take mass transit, a taxicab, or ask a sober friend to drive you home.

• Spend the night where the activity or party is held.

• If you see an impaired driver on the road, contact law enforcement. Your actions may save someone’s life, and inaction could cost a life.

• Always buckle-up, every ride. It’s your best defense against an impaired driver.

• If you are intoxicated and traveling on foot, the safest way to get home is to take a cab or have a sober friend or family member drive or escort you to your doorstep.

• Be responsible. If someone you know is drinking, do not let that person get behind the wheel.

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Photo Of The Week

This hummingbird was recently seen in the backyard of a Brick Township home.

(Photo by Roberta Cartwright)

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of jan 15 - jan 21

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): A search for excitement and glamour could lead you astray. You might think you are right when you are wrong in the beginning of the week, so wait until the last half of the week to make crucial decisions and changes.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): If you hope for a predictable outcome, do not begin a project until conditions are more predictable.

People might not respond favorably to your questions today. You should be satisfied with results if you make key decisions mid-week.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You might be immersed in the mundane and propelled forward by the practical during the week ahead. Even when attracted to more enjoyable activities, you should not be sidetracked from following through on important obligations.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): The winds of whimsy might blow you in a direction you wish to travel, but when the trip is done, you could be disappointed. In the week ahead, learn to adapt to changing circumstances and decide to be more realistic.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You might fool yourself or be fooled by others in the week to come. Your hopes and dreams might seem achievable, but you could overlook some key elements. Wait until mid-week to make major changes and move ahead.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Much of your success and progress during the upcoming week will depend on whether you focus on using your intelligence to your advantage. Remain willing to

find solutions to old problems in the workplace.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Ensure that financial safeguards are in place so that it is not possible to spend more than you earn.

In the week ahead, you could fall prey to misconceptions and must be strong to protect your family and loved ones.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Caution and security often travel hand in hand. This week might offer many instances when you must be cautious about your expenditures to enjoy prosperity. You may misinterpret both good news and bad news.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): In the week ahead, you can find imaginative ways to enjoy the fruits of your labors. Fight off the urge to be contentious or to argue with family members. Don’t worry if your efforts do not produce immediate results.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You may yearn to escape from the rat race and embrace inspirational ideals in the week ahead. If you hold your thoughts firmly on your deepest truths, you can rise above the materialistic temptations of the world.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Pragmatism might be accepting that you have “made your bed and must lie in it.” Accept your situation and take steps to make the bed comfortable. Remain humble in the face of scrutiny in the week ahead.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): It may be wise to find a place and the space to think clearly without distractions in the week ahead. Focus on using prudence and be more objective when money must be spent. Tune into yourself to get clarity.

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By America’s Test Kitchen

INDIVIDUAL FLOURLESS CHOCOLATE CAKES Makes 6 individual cakes

Vegetable oil spray 1 cup (6 ounces) chocolate chips 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into 4 pieces 1/2 cup (3 1/2 ounces) sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch 3 large eggs 1/4 cup (2 ounces) water 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon salt 1. Adjust oven rack to the middle position and heat oven to 275 degrees. Spray the inside bottoms and sides of six 4-ounce ramekins with vegetable oil spray. Place ramekins on a rimmed baking sheet.

2. In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and butter. Heat in the microwave at 50% power for 2 minutes. Stir mixture with a rubber spatula to combine.

Return to the microwave and heat at 50% power until melted, about 2 minutes.

3. Use the rubber spatula to stir until well combined and shiny, about 30 seconds.

Let chocolate mixture cool for 5 minutes.

4. In a medium bowl, whisk sugar and cornstarch until combined. Add eggs, water, vanilla, and salt; whisk until combined.

5. Add sugar mixture to cooled chocolate mixture and whisk until smooth. Transfer batter to a large liquid measuring cup.

Pour batter evenly into greased ramekins (ramekins will be about three-quarters of the way full).

6. Bake cakes until edges are set but centers still look wet, 20 to 24 minutes.

Gently shake the baking sheet. If the centers of the cakes look very liquidy and jiggle a lot, bake the cakes for 1 to 2 more minutes. When the centers of the cakes jiggle slightly, remove the baking sheet from the oven. Place the baking sheet on a cooling rack and let cakes cool on baking sheet for 30 minutes.

7. Cover each ramekin with plastic wrap and use a fork to poke small holes in top of plastic. Refrigerate until cakes are cold and firm, at least 1 1/2 hours. (Cakes can be refrigerated for up to two days.)

8. Remove cakes from the refrigerator and let them sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving. Top with whipped cream or berries, or dust with confectioners’ sugar, if desired. Serve.

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