2022-01-22 - The Howell Times

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Vol. 19 - No. 34

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Parents Fight To Save It

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School Board Swears In Members

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–Photo courtesy Howell Twp. School District Howell BOE congratulated its elected members Jennifer Okerson, MaryRose Malley and Stephen M. Levine.

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–Photo by Alyssa Riccardi Mother Seton Academy in Howell announced they will be closing its doors in June.

By Alyssa Riccardi HOWELL – Mother Seton Academy, a local Catholic school, announced that they will be closing down permanently at the end of the school year and parents are shocked with the unexpected news.

On January 7, reverends from the Mother Seton Academy put out a notice to its current students explaining the reason they made the

County Commissioners Set Tone For 2022

By Alyssa Riccardi MONMOUTH COU NTY – During the Board’s 2022 Organization Meeting, Monmouth County Commissioner Thomas A. Arnone and Commissioner Susan M. Kiley were appointed as Commissioner Director and Commissioner Deputy Director.

“I would like to thank the Board

for appointing me to serve as Director in 2022,” Arnone said. “I want to take this opportunity to thank our staff here at Monmouth County because we are truly a team and it makes Monmouth County the best county in the State of New Jersey.

“Today is a great day because I (Commissioners - See Page 3)

decision to shut down.

“As co-directors of Mother Seton Academy, we write to you today to announce a sad, but unavoidable decision about the future of our school,” Rev. John P. Bambrick of St. Aloysius Parish in Jackson and Rev. Peter J. Alindogan of St. Veronica Parish in Howell, said in a letter to families, educators (Closure - See Page 2)

By Alyssa Riccardi HOWELL – At the Howell Township Board of Education Reorganization meeting, the board swore in its members as well as the president and vice president.

In November 2021, three candidates vied for seats on the Howell Township Board of Education. Incum-

bent Board of Education members Jennifer Okerson and Mar yRose Malley filed to run for re-election. In addition, Stephen M. Levine filed for a seat.

During the Reorganization meeting on January 5, all three candidates were sworn in.

“I am honored to be (Board - See Page 4)

Monmouth Commerce Center Comes Back With New Plans

By Alyssa Riccardi HOWELL – The developers of the Monmouth Commerce Center were turned down once, but have come back with a new application regarding their controversial project.

The Monmouth Commerce Center has been

an ongoing concern within the town and continues to be as residents are still fighting the stop the development.

In 2019, the project proposed building 1.2 million square feet of warehouse space on Randolph Road. Resident Dawn Van Brunt

stepped in and created H.O.P.E (Howell for Open land and Preservation of Environment).

In January 2020, the Planning Board denied the proposal and subsequently the Monmouth Commerce Center went to court. Later, a Superior Court Judge denied

the application, and the developer filed another appeal in September 2021 leaving the proposal at a standstill.

However, in December of 2021, the developer proposed new site plans for 2022 at the same location as the (Plans - See Page 4)

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“After careful analysis of enrollment and financial challenges; consultation with advisors at the parish and diocesan levels, and prayerful discernment of any available options, we must formally announce the closing of Mother Seton Academy at the end of the present school year,” the letter said.

The school opened in September 2019, merging St. Veronica School in Howell and St. Aloysius School in Jackson. According to the letter, enrollment has been a continuing concern for the school despite working hard to provide Catholic school education to the community.

“Enrollment at Mother Seton Academy has been a persistent concern and has now seriously declined,” the letter stated. “In 2019 together we had more than 300 students,

we now have fewer than 126 children in grades 1 to 8. This is well below the level of academic and fi nancial sustainability for any Catholic school and has led to a deficit in the school budget of $140K as of September, 2021.”

The letter also explained how the COVID-19 pandemic has severely impacted the parishes, resulting in them being unable to cover more of the school’s expenses.

“It is clear that for all of these reasons,

Mother Seton Academy cannot remain open beyond the current school year. Both parish Finance Councils have been unanimous in their support of this decision. That input, along with consultation of the Diocese of Trenton’s Department of Catholic Schools and the Diocesan Office of Finance, was recently presented to Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M. The Bishop accepted the recommendation that Mother Seton Academy be closed, effective June 30,” the letter said. “This announcement is painful for us personally and to us all. We acknowledge the disappointment that this news brings to our dedicated faculty, staff, children and families of the Academy.”

The announcement stunned many parents, many stating that the email regarding the closure was unexpected, not knowing the school was having issues.

Parents quickly took action to “save the school,” and a petition was created to send to The Catholic Diocese of Trenton, as well as a Facebook page titled “Save Mother Seton Academy.”

“We want to save our school. We want to preserve the MSA family and Catholic education. We want a chance to keep our school open for our children,” Melissa Clemens, who create the online petition, said. “There was an abrupt email sent out on a Friday afternoon stating our school is being closed. There was no notice given.

No options presented. No attempts made to keep this school open for the children.”

Others who signed the petition stated how there was a lack of communication and the decision to close the school is “short-sighted.”

As of January 16, the petition has nearly 1,5000 signatures. According to the “Save Mother Seton Academy” Facebook page, a plan to save the school is currently in the works.

To view the online petition, visit: change.org/p/ the-catholic-diocese-of-trenton-save-mother-seton-academy?redirect=false.

What Do I Do With My Unused Medication?

HOWELL – If you have any unwanted, unused or expired medication, the Howell Alliance has provided easy disposal options for you.

Anonymously drop off in the “project medicine drop box” at the convenient location in the Howell Police Station lobby, located at 300 Old Tavern Road in Howell.

If you cannot get out of the house, the Howell Police Department can help. Call their non-emergency number at 732-9384111 and ask for a complimentary medicine pick up. They will send an officer to your house to pick up your unwanted medication.

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Situation where you may have unused or unneeded medication to dispose of: • Death of a loved one • Past surgeries or dental work • Veterinary medication Please note: no needles, no syringes and no liquids. For more information, call the Howell Alliance at 732-938-4500 ext. 4012.

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sit with four colleagues that are dedicated and committed to not just their departments but to all departments in Monmouth County and this is why we come out so strong,” Arnone added. “In this upcoming year, I plan on continuing the great work we did in 2021 and I am so proud of the tough decisions we made which puts us head and shoulders above other counties. This is going to be a great year ahead in Monmouth County.”

“I want to thank sincerely all the Monmouth County voters for allowing me to have a second term as a Commissioner, a job I truly love. And thank you to Director Arnone and my fellow Commissioners for having faith in me to be Deputy Director again this year,” Kiley said. “Throughout 2021, our employees worked tirelessly and they stepped up, took on new tasks and even risked their lives to help our residents. We would not be able to have accomplished what we did without them.”

Before the Board leadership was selected, Monmouth County Surrogate Maureen Raisch and Commissioner Deputy Director Kiley were sworn into office. Raisch was sworn into her first five-year term as Monmouth County Surrogate and Kiley was sworn into her second three-year term as Monmouth County Commissioner.

“I am excited to be standing here as the Monmouth County Surrogate and I am so honored to be following in the footsteps of Rosemarie Peters whom I consider a friend and mentor,” Raisch said. “My immediate

The Howell Times, January 22, 2022, Page 3 goal is to continue to improve the systems and processes to help those who need us.”

In addition, the Board of County Commissioners provided their annual reports for 2021 and their goals for 2022.

“One of my lifelong interests is American history and the role that our military has played in it. Monmouth County has had a significant role in it from the beginning with the Battle of Monmouth,” Commissioner Lillian G. Burry said. “I have been involved and it remains my ongoing privilege, with projects such as Weapon Station Earle, Fort Monmouth and Solider On to restore, preserve and create resources for Monmouth County’s military heritage and to our veterans.”

“It is an honor and a privilege to begin my third year as a member of the Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners,” Commissioner Nick DiRocco said. “I want to thank the residents of our great county for the opportunity to serve and I promise that once again this year I will work hard, along with my colleagues on the Board of Commissioners, to promote and effectuate all of the values that we hold dear in Monmouth County.”

“My first year as Commissioner has been learning a different form of government, and I have been fortunate to be assigned some really phenomenal departments and some great directors who I have sat down with to give me guidance on how their departments run,” Commissioner Ross F. Licitra said. “It is truly an honor to serve as Commissioner here in Monmouth County.”

Director Arnone then addressed a reso-

lution establishing the salary for the Monmouth County Sheriff, Monmouth County Clerk, Monmouth County Surrogate and the Monmouth County Prosecutor.

At the meeting, the Commissioners also made a number of citizen member appointments to numerous County boards and commissions that included: • Public Agency Compliance Officer – Helen Fiore • Board of School Estimate of Brookdale Community College – Director Arnone, Commissioner Burry and Commissioner Licitra • Board of School Estimate for the Monmouth County Vocational Schools – Director Arnone, Commissioner DiRocco and Commissioner Burry • Monmouth County Emergency Management Council – Director Arnone and Commissioner Licitra • New Jersey Association of Counties – Teri O’Connor, alternate member – Commissioner DiRocco • Voting member from Monmouth for New Jersey Transportation Planning Authority – Director Arnone, alternate member – Teri O’Conner • Monmouth County Planning Board – Commissioner Burry, Commissioner Representative - Commissioner Licitra, alternate Commissioner Representative – Deputy Director Kiley • Monmouth County Police Academy Board – Director Arnone, Commissioner Representative – Commissioner Burry • Regular Members to the Monmouth County ACTS Advisory Council for a

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re-elected to serve as a Board of Education member for the Howell Township K-8 School district. For the past six years that I have served, there have been many positive accomplishments and I hope to continue that good work,” Malley said.

She said some of her accomplishments include: “The Sustainable NJ accolades that my committee work was directly involved with, encouraging our building administrators to rise up to the challenge and rise up they did. The ESIP (Energy Savings Investment Plan) that our district participated in replacing all lights with LEDs, installing solar on every roof and getting every classroom air conditioned and much more. The bottle refill stations in every school, the outdoor gardens/classrooms, the televisions in every building monitoring the carbon footprint of each building and the entire district.

“We have an amazing school district with a fantastically talented and dedicated staff and administrative team all working together providing our students a safe, healthy place to learn and grow and make lifelong memories to carry forward,” Malley added.

Also at the meeting, Howell Board of Education elected Albert Miller as President and Mark A. Bonjavanni as Vice President.

“It is truly an honor to be elected by my

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The new application includes five warehouse buildings totaling 1,192,500 square feet along with parking areas, 253 loading docks, three driveways on Randolph Road and one driveway on Brook Road, stormwater management infrastructure and other site improvements. The initial plan called for nine warehouses on Randolph Road and Oak Glen Road totaling to 1,242,102 square feet, a 49,602 square feet difference from

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Regular Member to the Monmouth County Historical Commission for a three-year term – Maureen O’Connor-Leach • Regular Member to the Monmouth County Library Commission for a threeyear term – Barbara Lovell • Regular Member to the Monmouth County Planning Board for a three-year term – Charles Casagrande and Judy Martinelly • Alternate Citizen Member to the Monmouth County Planning Board for a one-year term – Lori Ann Davison.

“Alternate No. 2” shall participate in the Planning Board’s decisions during the absence of any citizen member – Lori Ann Davidson

fellow board members to lead the Howell District as Board President. This year we need to continue to address any academic slide caused by the current pandemic,” Miller said. “I have recommended the return of certain student programs such as student board of education day as well as presentations by our talented staff at our board of education meetings. This will allow us as a board to continue keeping student achievement as a priority in our district.”

“After having served as President of the Board for several years, I look forward to serving with Mr. Miller as his VP, along with the other members of the Board,” Bonjavanni said. “My goals remain the same as every year; to continue to serve the students and community of Howell. The last few years have presented their share of challenges (specifically from COVID and state funding issues) and it will take teamwork and dedication to keep student achievement as our focus.”

On the Freehold Regional High School Board, representing Howell is Peter Bruno as President and Marc Parisi as Vice-President, both re-appointed to their roles.

“Serving as one of your elected members to the FRHSD BOE is one of the proudest roles I have had in my life. I was honored to be appointed by my fellow board members as Vice President of the BOE last year and am equally honored to have their trust and faith to serve again as VP this year,” Parisi said.

the new site plans.

One of the main issues with the application is the possible impact it has on the local traffic. Residents are concerned about the idea of tractor trailers traveling along Randolph Road and Lakewood-Farmingdale Road/ Route 547. These locations already have a heavy traffic problem, and residents believe adding warehouse traffic routes into the mix would make the congested roads even worse.

At this time, the application still has to be reviewed by the Planning Board’s professionals and named complete in order to be scheduled for a hearing.

• Regular Members to the Monmouth County Board of Recreation Commissioners for a five-year term – Thomas E. Hennessy, Jr., and Kevin Mandeville. Regular Member to fill an unexpired term ending Dec. 31, 2022 – Brian Foster • Regular Member to the Monmouth County Shade Tree Commission for a five-year term – Gary DeFelice • Regular Member to the Monmouth County Transportation Council for a three-year term – Benjamin Lucarelli and Nicholas Ponzio • Regular Member to the Monmouth County Youth Services Commission for a three-year term – Trude Arnette, Myra Carter, Amy Fisher, Jennifer Hoffer, Chanta Jackson, Ellen Fajfer, Desiree Whyte and Sebastian Trapani

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SPOTLIGHT ON GOVERNMENT Correspondence & Commentary From Your Local, County, State & Federal Officials

Congressman Smith Raises Awareness Of Human Trafficking

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Marking National Human Trafficking Awareness Day, Rep. Chris Smith (R-4th), an international leader in the fight to combat human trafficking, recognized the dedicated work of grassroots anti-trafficking organizations to combat modern-day slavery and called on the House to immediately pass the comprehensive Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act of 2021 (H.R. 5150) - that he and Rep. Karen Bass (D-CA) authored to bolster efforts to end the scourge of human trafficking.

“Human traffickers have benefitted from a culture of denial and a lack of awareness throughout our communities,” said Smith.

“Education and awareness programs - especially and including those provided by local grassroots organizations - are the victim’s best friend and the trafficker’s worst nightmare and go a long way toward preventing this heinous crime in the first place.”

“The amazing work done by organizations across the country - including the NJ Coalition Against Human Trafficking, Prevent Child Abuse-New Jersey, the Child Wellness Institute, Covenant House NJ, and the NJ Restaurant and Hospitality Association in my home state - has protected so many vulnerable people from exploitation while providing tremendous support and resources to victims,” said Smith.

Smith said that while incredible progress

has been made to bring awareness to human trafficking since his historic Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000 was signed into law, Congress must take further action to provide additional resources to eradicate trafficking.

“The House must take immediate action and pass the Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act of 2021 - which would provide approximately $1.6 billion over five years to strengthen and expand education, awareness and other critical programs that protect victims, prosecute perpetrators and prevent trafficking,” said Smith.

“We cannot let our guard down,” Smith said. “We must continue to do everything

we can to stop predators from harming the most vulnerable and innocent among us.”

Recognized each year on January 11th, National Human Trafficking Awareness Day is part of National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month and is commemorated by the Blue Campaign run by the Department of Homeland Security, which encourages people to wear blue on this day to raise public awareness of human trafficking.

To report human trafficking in New Jersey, call the NJ Human Trafficking Hotline at (855) 363-6548, or call the national hotline at (888) 373-7888 to report anywhere in the United States.

Murphy: NJ To Receive $1.1B From Biden’s Infrastructure Law For Bridge Repair

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Department of Transportation launched the historic Bridge Replacement, Rehabilitation, Preservation, Protection, and Construction Program (Bridge Formula Program), made possible by President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. The program, to be administered by the Federal Highway Administration, represents the single largest dedicated bridge investment since the construction of the interstate highway system – providing $26.5 billion to states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico over five years and $825 million for Tribal transportation facilities.

The total amount that will be available to states, D.C. and Puerto Rico in Fiscal Year 2022 is $5.3 billion along with $165 million for tribes.

The FHWA also published initial guidance on the new program.

“The Biden-Harris Administration is thrilled to launch this program to fix thousands of bridges across the country – the single largest dedicated bridge investment since the construction of the Interstate highway system,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. “Modernizing America’s bridges will help improve safety, support economic growth,

and make people’s lives better in every part of the country – across rural, suburban, urban, and tribal communities.”

“This record amount of funding, made possible by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, will allow states and Tribal governments to fix the bridges most in need of repair,” Deputy Federal Highway Administrator Stephanie Pollack said. “It will also modernize bridges to withstand the effects of climate change and to make them safer for all users, including cyclists and pedestrians. Every state has bridges in poor condition and in need of repair, including bridges with weight restrictions that may force lengthy detours for travelers, school buses, first responders or trucks carrying freight,” she added.

New Jersey will receive $1.14 billion under the new program to address highway bridge needs.

The funding will help improve the condition of about 480 bridges in poor condition and to preserve and improve about 4,500 bridges in fair condition in the state.

Nationwide, the Bridge Formula Program is expected to help repair approximately 15,000 bridges. In addition to providing funds to

states to replace, rehabilitate, preserve, protect, and construct highway bridges, the Bridge Formula Program has dedicated funding for Tribal transportation facility bridges as well as “off-system” bridges, locally owned facilities which are those not on the federal-aid highway system.

The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law includes an incentive for states to direct the new Bridge Formula Program funds to off-system bridges owned by a county, city, town or other local agency. While states generally must match federal funding with up to 20 percent state or local funding, the guidance issued notes that federal funds can be used for 100 percent of the cost of repairing or rehabilitating such locally

owned off-system bridges. The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is a once-in-a-generation investment in infrastructure, which will grow the economy, enhance U.S. competitiveness in the world, create good jobs, and make our transportation system more sustainable and equitable. Specific to the FHWA, the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law provides more than $350 billion over five fiscal years for surface transportation programs.

FHWA released the first tranche of Bridge Formula Program funding to states for Fiscal Year 2022 in addition to the program guidance.

For a map of bridges, please see infobridge. fhwa.dot.gov/ and USDOT Bridge Formula Program Funding and Condition by State.

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COMMUNITY NEWS C LUB N EWS , A CTIVITIES , E VENTS & A NNOUNCEMENTS

Adopt A Hydrant

HOWELL – The Howell Township Fire Bureau is asking residents to “Adopt A Hydrant” and keep it clear during snow events.

Help keep a 3-foot area around the hydrant for quick access by the Fire Department.

Families can officially “Adopt A Hydrant”

by visiting the Howell Township Website under “Adopt A Hydrant” Program and receive an official adoption certificate!

Visit: twp.howell.nj.us/FormCenter/Howell -Township-Community-Forms-3/Adopt-aHydrant-Form-62?fbclid

2022 Spring Lacrosse Program

HOWELL – Registration is now open for Howell PAL’s Spring Lacrosse Program.

Open to girls 1st to 8th grade; and open to boys K to 8th grade. Pricing varies by grade.

Register by March 1.

For more information and to register, go to the Howell Police Athletics League website howellpal.org.

Free Rabies Clinic In Freehold

FREEHOLD – The Freehold Borough Board of Health is holding a free rabies clinic on January 22 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Freehold Borough Fire House, 49 West

Main Street. Please make sure all dogs are leashed and cats are in carriers. Masks required. Pet licensing for 2022 will be available at Borough Hall, 30 Mechanic Street.

Flag Retirement Box

HOWELL – Do you have old flags? Flags can be retired outside of the Southard Fire Department in their flag retirement box.

This is maintained by a local Eagle Scout, Jacob Grdovic, who completed the

project and donated it to the Southard Fire Department. He has been emptying it on a weekly basis and working with a local VFW to make sure the flags are retired in a dignified way.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Over 3,500 Winter Coats Donated To Local Students

By Alyssa Riccardi JERSEY SHORE – This winter season, over 3,500 coats were given to local preschool, elementary and middle school students in need thanks to United Way of Monmouth and Ocean Counties’ 2021 Warmest Wishes Coat Drive.

Nearly 134 local organizations and individuals donated 3,518 brand new coats to United Way, making it the organization’s most successful Warmest Wishes Coat Drive to date.

Between 35 schools throughout the region, over 4,200 winter outerwear and holiday items were also distributed to children.

United Way thanks Operation Warm Up Jersey Shore and its funding partners for their donation of 1,000 coats to the Warmest Wishes Coat Drive.

The Warmest Wishes Coat Drive began in 2012 after the organization switched from holiday gift donations so they can fill the community’s needs. United Way has supplied the community with nearly 13,000 new coats over the next nine years.

“One of the things that United Way does very well is listen to our community and identify needs that aren’t being met,” President & CEO of United Way of Monmouth and Ocean Counties Lori-Anne McLane said. “In speaking with our local school partners, we learned that one of their top needs was new winter coats, especially in the districts with many students who walk or ride their bikes to school.”

With more and more families experiencing financial difficulty during the ongoing pandemic, need for basic essentials such as

–Photo courtesy United Way A student stands in front of a table full of coats donated to the Asbury Park school district on behalf of the Warmest Wishes Coat Drive after selecting his own. coats has continued to rise.

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

For more information about how to participate in the next Warmest Wishes Coat Drive or the variety of donation drives that United Way of Monmouth and Ocean Counties has to offer, contact Toni Pitts at tpitts@uwmoc.org.

Online Pet Licensing Available

HOWELL – The Howell Township Clerk’s Office, Public Service Division, is pleased to announce that residents are now able to license their dogs and cats online. This will apply to both new registrations and renewals. Details and instructions will be provided on the Howell Township website.

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The Standard Policy does provide medical expense benefits (PIP) coverage which includes medical expenses up to $250,000.00 per person per accident. The Standard Policy also provides you with Uninsured Motorist Coverage (UM Benefits), so if you are injured by someone who does not have automobile insurance, is insured under a Basic Policy or leaves the scene of the collision then you and your family are covered for your losses.

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

Home Remedies Are Handy Right Now

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

As more and more people come down with ailments in their body, they are seeking complimentary ways to treat themselves in order to avoid the hospital. Fears surrounding the coronavirus have made at-home treatments more attractive, and widely sought over the past year.

Today’s article will deal with a variety of home remedies. I do want to caution you that I’m not a medical doctor and that you should seek medical attention if your symptoms are serious. In the meantime, here are the best home remedies that are handy: Chicken Legs with Skin - It’s a well-known fact that if you’re sick you sometimes feel better with some chicken broth. Vegetarians can make vegetable broth. There’s no MSG in your homemade broth and it’s instantly soothing! Just simmer the legs in pure water with some carrots, celery, garlic and onion.

Speaking of garlic…

Garlic - Garlic is best known for its beneficial impact on heart disease, specifically in lowering blood pressure and LDL levels. Emerging studies on viral replication and healing times are proving that allicin (found in garlic) can have a positive effect.

Ginger - This is excellent if you feel queasy or nauseous. This can

occur from food poisoning which is going around rampantly! Ginger exerts a positive effect on cytokine balance and oxidative stress. It can down regulate pro-inflammatory pain cytokines.

Cayenne - It’s a true story that if you dab your fi nger into some cayenne pepper, the bleeding will stop pretty instantly. Keep it handy in your spice cabinet.

Nano Ionic Facial Steamer - These work well if your nose is stuffed up or you have allergies. They’re also nice if you have an itchy, scratchy throat from post-nasal drip. Even the CDC recommends humidifiers for respiratory problems now. Sold online and at pharmacies nationwide.

OTC Medications - In terms of home remedies, you should keep a supply of some over-the-counter medications like a fever reducer, throat lozenges, cough syrup, antihistamines and a nasal decongestant spray.

There are other home remedies and spices that you probably have in your home right now which I didn’t cover. I love the useful, inexpensive ways we can tackle discomfort and I’ve written a book about herbs that have centuries of use. You can download your own free copy of my ebook (store.suzycohen. com/herbs) regarding Medicinal Herbs from the Bible, it’s available right now.

(This information is not intended to treat, cure or diagnose your condition. Suzy Cohen is the author of “The 24-Hour Pharmacist” and “Real Solutions.” For more information, visit www.SuzyCohen.com) ©2022 SUZY COHEN, RPH. DISTRIBUTED BY DEAR PHARMACIST, INC.

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Boating Safety Class Schedule For 2022

POINT PLEASANT – U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla Manasquan Inlet is proud to announce their boating safety class schedule for 2022.

The “Boat America” classes will be held on the following Saturdays: February 26, March 26, April 23, May 14, June 11, July 9 and September 10 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Thompson Park in Lincroft. Those interested

in registering should call Monmouth County Parks System at 732-842-4000. The cost of the 8-hour course and New Jersey State Police test is $75.

“We are excited to announce our 2022 boating safety classes and teach boaters the importance of recreational boating safety,” said Flotilla Commander Anna M. Ackaway. “Students will learn a variety of skills

including an introduction to boating, laws and regulations, safety equipment needed, safe operation and navigation, how to handle a boating emergency, trailering and watersports safety. Thank you to our fantastic partners at the Monmouth County Parks System for hosting us for another year.”

“Recreational boating safety is our number one priority in the U.S. Coast Guard Auxil-

iary and we love helping boaters be as safe as possible on the water,” said Flotilla Staff Officer of Public Education John Scordato.

“According to the latest data from the U.S. Coast Guard, 77% of deaths occurred on boats where the operator did not receive boating safety instruction. Compared to 2019, the number of accidents increased 26.3 percent, the number of deaths increased 25.1 percent, and the number of injuries increased 24.7 percent. With more boaters on the water, taking your boating safety course is a clearcut way to be safer on the water.”

“Boat America” classes are required by the State of NJ to operate a personal watercraft and any other power vessel. Flotilla 16-07 will be holding multiple “Boat America” classes throughout Monmouth and Ocean County and information is posted on their website and Facebook. Please contact us for more information at 732-592-9167 or uscgaux1607@gmail.com.

The Coast Guard Auxiliary is the uniformed civilian component of the U.S. Coast Guard and supports the Coast Guard in nearly all mission areas. The Auxiliary was created by Congress in 1939. For more information, visit cgaux.org.

Coffee Talks For Home Gardeners

MONMOUTH COUNTY – The Rutgers Master Gardeners of Monmouth County presents their “Coffee Talks for Home Gardeners” free webinar series.

They will present one topic every Saturday morning in February starting promptly at 9:30 a.m. The webinars are scheduled for two hours, but they typically last 60 to 90 minutes. They are using WebEx as their webinar platform.

Visit the links below to register for each webinar topic you want to attend: February 5 – Create Your Own Germination Station: How to Start Seeds Indoors. Register here: tinyurl.com/SeedStartingCoffeeTalk.

February 12 – Elevate Your Gardening: Raise Your Beds! Register here: tinyurl.com/ RaisedBedsCoffeeTalk.

February 19 – Native Grasses for New Jersey Landscapes. Register here: tinyurl.com/ NativeGrassCoffeeTalk.

February 26 – Natural Born Killers, Body Snatchers, and the Crawling Dead: A Mind-Blowing Look at Beneficial Insects.

Register here: tinyurl.com/BeneficialInsectsCoffeeTalk.

To obtain the handouts when you register: click on a registration link shown above, and look for Event material below the event Description. Click on the View Info button to display the handout file name. Then, click on the file name and save it to your computer. Don’t forget to click the Register link to complete the registration process. The handouts will be emailed to you early in the morning of each event, so if you don’t download the handouts when you register, not to worry.

If you have a question about the webinars, send email to mgmcsymposium@gmail.com.

The Rutgers Master Gardeners of Monmouth County thank you for your support and interest in learning more about gardening. Hope you can join them for one or more of these coffee talks!

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VNAHG’s Visiting Physician Services Now Accepting Aetna Medicare

HOLMDEL – Visiting Physician Services (VPS), part of the Parker Advanced Care Institute at VNA Health Group, is pleased to announce that they are now accepting Aetna Medicare for their geriatric house call services. This includes Aetna Medicare Advantage HMO and PPO plans.

Aetna joins traditional Medi–Photo courtesy VNAHG care, Horizon and Amerigroup PACI’s Visiting Physician Services makes house as the primary insurances calls to homebound patients in New Jersey and accepted by VPS. According now accepts Aetna Medicare insurance in addition to Alex Binder, Vice Presito traditional Medicare, Horizon and Amerigroup. dent, Parker Advanced Care Institute, VNA Health Group, “As the shift to physicians will grow. I feel strongly that house managed Medicare continues to increase, we call medicine for the frail/elderly population felt that it was prudent to partner with these is a superior healthcare model, and we are insurance companies in an effort to reach more excited to be partnering with Aetna on this homebound individuals. We can now bring important initiative.” great value and care to Aetna managed care patients who might not otherwise have access to home physician services.”

Visiting Physician Services is a home-based primary care practice for older adult and homebound patients and is one of the largest, most experienced house call practices in New Jersey.

For over 25 years, their mission has been to enable patients to stay at home as they age and improve their quality of life by providing safe and convenient in-home medical care. House calls also help reduce overall healthcare costs and patients experience a decrease in the number of hospitalizations and emergency room visits.

Visiting Physician’s clinical staff is comprised of eight physicians and 28 nurse practitioners and physician assistants, who work as a team serving 3,400 active patients throughout Bergen, Passaic, Union, Essex, Middlesex, eastern Somerset, Monmouth, and Ocean Counties.

Comprehensive care includes treating serious illnesses and managing chronic conditions as well as conducting in-home diagnostic testing. Advanced care planning and palliative care can also be provided for those with life limiting illnesses.

Mr. Binder comments, “With people living longer and the aging population continuing to grow, it’s very likely the demand for house call

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE State: Cost Of COVID Test Kits Soar

By Chris Lundy TRENTON – While the winter wave of COVID-19 continues, people are having trouble f inding a place to get tested quickly. They try to buy a home test in a store or online and then get sticker shock when they see how expensive it is.

Acting Attorney General Andrew J. Bruck warned that some businesses are inf lating their prices of these important items. He announced that the Division of Consumer Affairs has sent more than 50 warning letters to New Jersey pharmacies, supermarkets, and convenience stores warning that unreasonable inf lation could violate the Consumer Fraud Act. Complaints from customers caused the letters to be sent, but there have not been any legal charges as of yet.

“The Murphy Administration continues to take additional actions to ensure that COVID-19 tests are available and

affordable for all New Jersey residents,” Bruck said. “We are informing retailers if consumers are complaining about their prices and making sure they understand that we will not hesitate to take action if their sales practices violate our laws.”

Free at-home saliva tests are available for residents, officials said. You have to visit learn.vaulthealth.com/nj A quick search online for the purpose of this article found a kit sold for $24 at Walgreen’s web site and $30 or more at web sites that have unfamiliar and slightly suspicious names.

Additionally, fraudulent tests that have not been authorized by the FDA are also being sold, officials warned. Make sure you are buying a brand that is known to have accurate results.

avoid scams: Do some research. Only make purchases and share your personal information with people and companies you know and trust.

Verify claims. Check the FDA’s website for a list of authorized antigen diagnostic as well as a list of authorized molecular diagnostic tests. Avoid buying tests that have not received authorization and may not yield accurate results.

Visit covid19.nj.gov/testing for information on COVID-19 testing locations.

Take advantage of free testing options. New Jersey offers free, at-home COVID-19 PCR tests to every New Jerseyan: learn.vaulthealth.com/nj.

Understand your options. As of Januar y 15, 2022 insurance companies will be required to cover the costs of a certain number of at home COVID-19 tests for each covered individual under

Tips To Avoid Fraud The following advice was given to

a health plan.

If you think you’ve been targeted by some kind of fraud, be sure to photograph items being sold, receipts, and pricing. Complaints can be filled out online at njconsumeraffairs.gov/pages/ file-a-complaint-old.aspx or you can call 1-800-242-5846 to receive a complaint form by mail.

“Unscrupulous businesses and individuals looking to make a quick buck should know that the Division stands ready to take action to protect consumers,” said Sean P. Neafsey, Acting Director of the Division of Consumer Affairs. “We also want consumers to learn more about potential COVID-19 testing scams and how to avoid them. We ask that consumers report to us any unreasonable price increases as well as any other issues associated with suspicious COVID-19 testing.”

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

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–Photo courtesy Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office MONMOUTH COUNTY – Sheriff Golden was proud to appoint two new captains to the Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office Law Enforcement Division as Denise Palmisano and Joel Fischer took the oath of office.

Captain Palmisano is the first female captain of the MCSO Law Enforcement Division. She started out as a police and sheriff ’s officer in Hudson County in 1995 before she began at the MCSO in 2001.

Capt. Palmisano has spent most of her career in the detective bureau, training and accreditation.

Captain Fischer, a Marine Corp Veteran, began his career at the MCSO in 2001. He worked in all operations of the law enforcement division with many years spent in warrants and the court security.

Congratulations to both of these dedicated and committed public servants.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of jan 22 - jan 28

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Keep your focus and stay in your lane during the first two days of the week. Remain alert for situations where you can make wise financial decisions.

You should be at your most attractive at the end of the week.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Business success is feedback from the marketplace.

Your mind may be focused on getting the best terms or making more income as this week begins. By the end of the week, your interest may turn to social outings.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You would be wise to review messages and conditions before you take action as the week begins. Someone may easily misunderstand your words. A partner or loved one can lead you on the right path this week.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Tomorrow’s full moon is in your sign. You may begin to become more aware of how the pieces of the puzzles fit together. A loved one’s powerful ambitions may have a great deal of influence on your routines.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): If you want to enjoy positive results, you need to keep feeding action into your intentions. Once you put your projects into motion, they will tend to stay in motion. By the middle of the week, your social life should become more intense.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): There may be several opportunities to achieve your dreams as this week unfolds. By being more observant of investment trends, you can improve your buying power. A friend may have some excellent strategies to share.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): The first few days of this week might be the best time to negotiate for better terms and conditions or to deal with family financial affairs. Your romantic partner may be more attentive and affectionate late in the week.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Pay attention to any financial strategies that a partner or spouse presents as this week begins. By working closely together to kick off a joint business venture or investment project, you can make your future more secure.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): In the week ahead, you may learn new techniques that make your work more satisfying or your wallet fatter. Put moneymaking ideas into motion as soon as possible to make it easier to achieve your goals.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Make dreams come true. Your sense of purpose and efforts toward making a meaningful life may consume much of your time as this week begins. Share your goals and passions with a helpful and loyal partner.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Paying attention to the tiniest details can prevent stress and pay dividends in the end. A loved one or family member may be more ambitious than usual as the week begins. Consider a protective strategy.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): With the proper tools, your tasks can be completed much more easily. This is a good day to make sure you are adequately prepared for upcoming projects.

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