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─Photo by Chris Lundy Emily O’Shea and Ken Stauffer signed copies of their book at the Ocean County Artists’ Guild. By Chris Lundy ISLAND HEIGHTS – Bear has a best friend named Ziggy. But one day, Ziggy had to go away because his leg was hurt. What was Bear to do?
This is the story of a cockapoo named Bear and a Sato named Ziggy. Ken Stauffer’s dog is Bear and his son Kyle has Ziggy. They are inseparable and had so much character – espe-
cially when they were together. Both dogs came from the same adoption center, but they didn’t know each other until much later. Everyone wonders what’s going on in their
pet’s head. What are they thinking? Why are they so goofy sometimes? “My dog, Bear, has a little bit of whimsey,” Ken said. He thought (Dog - See Page 4)
Your Congress Member Could Change March 1
By Chris Lundy OCEAN COUNTY – Every ten years, congressional maps are redrawn. They are currently undergoing this process. By March 1, you might be in a new district. The 435 seats in the United States House of Representatives are split up based on the state’s population. The
$10.6M Borrowed For Roads, Police, Other Departments By Chris Lundy BERKELEY – The Township will borrow $10.6 million to finance police, fire, and first aid equipment, as well as a number of projects like road repair. The total appropriation for all the projects is going to be $11,444,805. “Appropriations” equals the amount that the town is going to assign toward projects. It doesn’t mean that’s what’s getting paid. Sometimes projects come in under budget. Sometimes over budget. In either case, the Township Council has to review the bill. Additionally, this appropriation includes money that isn’t coming from taxpayers. In this case, it’s a $200,000 grant from the New Jersey Department of Transportation. The only money the town is paying right now is a $562,240 down payment. The principal amount will be $10,682,565. That’s what will be borrowed in the form of
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2020 census informed these totals. The commission who drew the maps was made up of equal numbers of Democrats and Republicans chaired by a tiebreaker. Republicans on the commission have put forward one map and Democrats another. The proposed maps can be seen here: appor-
tionmentcommission. org/ProposedMaps.asp Each district will have about 773,000 people in it. The districts would be in place until March of 2032. This article just focuses on the Ocean and Monmouth county towns. The Second, Third and Fourth Congressional Districts are in the coverage area of
the newspapers under the Jersey Shore Online banner. It’s generally assumed that the 2nd District, wh ich t ou che s t he southern end of Ocean County, will gather more ground. This district is currently held by Rep. Jeff Van Drew. He began his career as a Democrat, but switched parties and is
now a staunch Trump supporter. His district has been leaning to the right a little more every year. A proposed map would see him have more of southern Ocean County, which is very red. That would mean that he would be in a strong position to maintain his seat for the foreseeable
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Tragedy Shines Light On Domestic Violence
By Chris Lundy ST. AUGUSTINE, FL – A murder-suicide involving a former Toms River resident is causing the community to focus on how domestic violence is more common than people realize and what can be done about it. Detective Daniel Leyden was on vacation with his girlfriend, Sheriff’s Deputy Abigail Bieber. They both worked for the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office in Florida. Police said that during an argument, Leyden murdered Bieber before turning the gun on himself. It is unclear if Leyden, who used to live in Toms River, was ever a police officer in New Jersey. When news of the tragedy spread to Toms (Violence - See Page 8)
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Continued From Page 1 that the pooch did so many funny things that he should write a book about him. Finally, he did. That’s how “Bear Learns To Play Alone” was born. Bear was sad that Ziggy couldn’t come over to play for a while, and this is the story of how he coped. Of course, it should be a children’s book. It’s so accessible and it’s
the type of story that a child would love. But how do you get Bear’s effervescent charisma to pop off the page? A friend is a teacher at the Ocean County Artists’ Guild, located in Island Heights. She put him in touch with her student, Emily O’Shea, who is studying to be an art teacher. “She did exactly what was needed on every page,” he said. “She captured the dogs’ personalities.”
“I met Bear a few times,” Emily said. “He’s really playful, and super sweet.” They were together at the Guild to do a signing. When she was asked to sign the book, she sketched Bear on the inside cover as well. Kim Skillman is the cofounder of Best Friends Fur Ever in Brick where the dogs came from. She attended the signing as well, to help find new fosters. She said Ziggy was originally fostered before being
adopted. Bear had been surrendered to them by the owner. As soon as a picture was posted on social media, Kyle Stauffer saw him and told his dad about him. The group is always looking for foster parents for pets – someone to take care of a dog before they get adopted. The best way to reach out is via email: BFFDogRescueNJ@ gmail.com The book is available at Amazon, Barnes & Noble online, and other ebook locations.
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Continued From Page 1 future. The 3rd District is currently held by Rep. Andy Kim, a Democrat. Even though he won the last election, the 3rd District is known to lean Republican. Some proposed maps would have him lose some of Ocean County’s red for blue in other areas, therefore strengthening his position as well. The 4th District is currently held by Rep. Chris Smith, a Republican. He has been spending the last few months making appearances locally and drumming up support. Ocean County’s GOP unanimously backed him. Currently, two out of New Jersey’s 14 districts are held by Republicans. That might change soon. Midterm elections take place two years after the presidential vote. Generally, the party opposite the president does better in the midterms. For example, Democrats came out in force after Trump won in 2016. In 2018, there was a “Blue Wave” that landed Kim in office. In 2022, Democrats are expecting to lose seats to a “Red Wave.” If Democrats have their map chosen, hat the districts were redrawn to give vulnerable Democrats a safer district. That works for most, but Democrat Tom Malinowski might wind up in a district that leans right. The end result, according to those who make a living doing political predictions, is that New Jersey will lose one Democrat in Congress, but the rest of them won’t have to fight as hard. That campaign money could be sent to candidates who are in a flip state. Critics of this process have said that districts should be drawn to put people with similar interests together, not to gerrymander a district so that a particular party is stronger.
Berkeley Schools Hiring Substitute Bus Drivers BER K ELEY – Berkeley Township School District is currently accepting applications for Substitute Bus Drive with a rate of pay of $21 per hour. Visit the district website at btboe.org and click on Board of Education > Board Documents and Resources > Employment Opportunities > Vacancies > Substitute to apply for this position if you have a current CDL License.
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Continued From Page 1 municipal bonds. All municipalities regularly borrow money to pay for projects. The philosophy behind this is that it is more manageable to make payments every year rather than pay a huge amount in one shot. Workers in the finance office keep an eye on interest rates. If they are low, they refinance existing debt to bring regular payments down. The following are the amounts appropriated for each project: $206,500 for a Voice over Internet Protocol phone system, computers, software, and office furniture. According to the Federal Communications Commission, VoIP includes ways of communicating online. $1,228,713 is appropriated for improvements to police headquarters, including communications, replacing Police Channel #1, a mobile operations center, cameras, five squad cars, a quad/side-by-side vehicle, 911 software, a server, back-ups, computers, and other various items. $365,689 for a first responder vehicle, oxygen filling station, radios/portables - emergency medical services (EMS) channel, stretchers, and a new ambulance. $75,000 for a vehicle for animal control. $66,400 for furniture, equipment, a code enforcement inspection vehicle, and a Knox-Box System (which allows first responders to get into locked buildings) for the Department of Planning and Community Development. $960,000 for the Division of Sanitation and Recycling including a front load dumpster truck,
The Berkeley Times, February 19, 2022, Page 5 a rear loader/garbage truck with plow, a robo garbage truck, and 1,400 robo cans. $940,000 for an elevator at Town Hall, the renovation of Lifeguard Headquarters, a downstairs kitchen at the Recreation Building, and various general building improvements for the municipal buildings. $61,003 for the Division of Equipment Maintenance, including a rotary lift, computer programs, hydraulic machinery, tools, a compressor; a scanner and scanner program, and an engine crane. $440,000 for the Division of Parks and Beaches, including a 4x4 utility truck with snowplow, the refurbishment of a pickup truck with new bed and accessories, a ride-on sweeper, rotary mowers, a wood chipper, tools and miscellaneous equipment, an enclosed special event/concert trailer, lightning detectors, and lifeguard stands. $1,809,000 for the Department of Recreation, including improvements to Veterans Park, security improvements to the Eastern Boulevard Complex, a recreation bus, a closed circuit monitoring system for parks and beaches, a pole barn at Veterans Park, various sports equipment, an enclosed trailer, replacement tables and chairs, surf rescue equipment and supplies, and a rescue and competition paddle board. $542,500 for equipment and upgrades for the three volunteer fire companies. $100,000 for equipment for the three volunteer first aid companies. $4,650,000 for road improvements (which includes the $200,000 DOT grant), for milling, overlay, dredging, draining, and other work for Castleton Drive.
Columbus Day Parade Committee Seeks Grand Marshal Applicants
By Bob Vosseller SEASIDE HEIGHTS - The Ocean County Columbus Day Parade Committee is seeking their next grand marshal for its 31st annual parade and Italian festival to be held in from October 7-9 in Seaside Heights. Long-time Parade Chairman Michael A. Blandina announced, “Grand Marshal nominees should be civic minded individuals who are of good character as they will be the symbolic leader of the weekend’s festivities as we celebrate our 31st year.” Past Grand Marshals have included, Mulberry Street Italian Food Center owner Michael Colasurdo, former banking executive Nina Anuaria, former Superior Court Judge Peter Giovine, Stephen R. Leone, Kim Pascarella, Luigi Marciante, Joseph Leone Introna, Paul Barlo, Alan Floria, Michael A. Blandina, Judi Leone, Dennis Filippone and last year’s Nicki Ann Cordi. They are among other notable Ocean County figures. “This selection process has always been very difficult because there are always a number of deserving nominees,” Blandina added. “The Selection Committee will work diligently to choose the right person to serve as Grand Marshal for this year’s Parade and Italian Festival and one that will represent the Parade Committee
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Spotlight On Government Correspondence & Commentary From Your Local, County, State & Federal Officials
Rep. Kim’s New Bill Would Prevent Congress From Owning Stocks WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Andy Kim (D-3rd) announced his intention to introduce his Restoring Trust in Public Servants Act, a bill that would set one standard across all three branches of the federal government – including Congress, the President, Vice President, and the Supreme Court – to prohibit ownership of individual stocks. Congressman Kim applauds recent proposals to prevent insider trading by Members of Congress by prohibiting stock trading or requiring Members to put their stocks in a blind trust. This proposal goes further by prohibiting stock ownership altogether and includes other key policies to address the broader issue of conf licts of interest. “The Constitution is a sacred document in our country. If you work a job empowered by the Constitution, you should have to hold yourself to the highest of standards and leave no doubt that you are serving the American People and not for political or personal benefit,” said Congressman Kim. “This bill is intended to set a standard across our entire government because all public servants, at the highest levels, owe the American People they serve their undivided attention and loyalty. Americans deserve to have complete faith in the people who
choose to serve in our government, and this bill would be a first step in restoring that trust.” Congressman Kim’s proposal would prohibit stock ownership for Members of Congress, their spouses and dependent children, and all congressional staff; the President, Vice President, all political appointees, and senior executive branch employees already required to file under the STOCK Act; and federal judges. The Restoring Trust in Public Servants Act also goes beyond stock ownership to prohibit Members of Congress from having outside employment or income, sitting on corporate boards, or lobbying for the rest of their lifetime after leaving Congress - including “shadow lobbying,” or advising other lobbyists behind-thescenes. “My entire life playing football I was on the offensive line. Anyone familiar with the O-line knows, we are always the first to be blamed and last to be praised. It’s a position that requires you to be self less for the betterment of the team, similar to when you serve as an elected official. You do so with self less intent in order to better your community. I’m not saying that elected officials shouldn’t be compensated fairly for the
incredibly difficult duty they perform, but when they have the ability to profit from insider knowledge on upcoming polices and their effect on stocks, they shouldn’t be able to unfairly take advantage of that. It can make you start to question if an elected officials’ intent behind a policy is for the betterment of the people they represent, or their own financial gain. I am grateful to see leaders such as Congressman Kim stepping up to bat on important issues such as this,” said Tyrell Crosby, Offensive Lineman, Detroit Lions, who has been outspoken about prohibiting Members of Congress from buying stocks just as NFL players are prohibited from betting on games. “The American people have made it clear that they are concerned about corruption in our government and this should be a top priority for lawmakers,” said Dylan Hedtler-Gaudette, Government Affairs Manager at the Project On Gover n ment Oversight (POGO). “Whether it is stock trading that looks like insider trading by government officials and their spouses or the corrupting effects of lobbying by former policy makers, these issues under mine the public’s trust in government. We look forward to continuing to work with Rep.
Kim on legislation that responds to the concerns the public is raising.” Congressman Kim supports the Bipartisan Ban on Congressional Stock Ownership Act, also announced by Senator Elizabeth Warren and Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal. Both pieces of legislation are distinct from other current proposals in Congress in that they prohibit stock ownership, not only stock trading. Both include provisions to ensure Members of Congress would not face tax penalties for complying with the new rules. In addition to Members of Congress and spouses, who are covered by the Warren/ Jayapal bill, Congressman Kim’s bill also applies to Members’ dependent children, all congressional staff, certain executive branch officials, and federal judges. Congressman Kim is committed to cleaning up money in politics and strengthening ethics and transparency to restore our Democracy. When he was elected in 2018, Congressman Kim promised to hold at least one town hall every month. To date, the Congressman has hosted 47 town halls over three years. Congressman Kim posts his Daily Activities publicly on his website so constituents in Burlington and Ocean Counties can see the work he is doing on their behalf.
Menendez: Regional Nuclear Fuel Bank Could Avoid Middle East Arms Race
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Bob Menendez (D-N.J.), Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and Senator Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) introduced a Senate resolution in support of providing a new diplomatic approach to contain Iran’s nuclear ambitions and avoiding a destabilizing arms race in the Middle East. The bipartisan resolution calls for the United States government to adopt a policy that allows any Middle Eastern state access to nuclear fuel if they forgo uranium enrichment and reprocessing. Modeled on the existing nuclear fuel bank created by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), the establishment of a regional fuel bank would allow the commercial development of nuclear power throughout the region while at the same time eliminating the need for dangerous and destabilizing domestic nuclear programs. Furthermore, the bipartisan resolution makes clear that a commitment by Iran to end its enrichment program should be met with a United States commitment to provide sanctions relief beyond the measures contained in the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA). This should include the
termination of certain “primary” sanctions, as appropriate. Other U.S. sanctions should remain in place until Iran verifiably ceases its other malign activity, including its support for terrorism, its human rights abuses, its hostage-taking, and its destabilizing activities in the region. “It has become increasingly clear over the past few weeks that Iran’s dangerous and rapidly escalating nuclear program have put it on the brink of having enough material for a nuclear weapon,” said Chairman Menendez. “A nuclear armed Iran would pose a threat to U.S. interests and set off a nuclear arms race in a region already fraught with conflict. This resolution demonstrates there is bipartisan support for a broader, regional diplomatic approach to address Iran’s nuclear program from a regional perspective putting forward norms which would allow Persian Gulf and other Middle Eastern states the ability to enjoy the benefits of nuclear power without fueling nuclear proliferation. As the authors of the sanctions regime that isolated Iran from the international financial markets and brought it to the negotiating table in the first place, we believe this new compromise can pro-
vide Iran appropriate sanctions relief while swinging the doors open to permanently solve this nuclear crisis once and for all.” “I strongly support a diplomatic resolution to the Iranian nuclear problem,” said Senator Graham. “Our proposal would allow Iran and other Middle Eastern nations to purchase Low Enriched Uranium (LEU) from a regional fuel bank or supply LEU from an existing fuel bank outside the Middle East. The goal of our proposal is to ensure these Middle Eastern states, including Iran, have access to fuel to power their commercial reactors. There is no reason to enrich uranium if your goal is to have peaceful nuclear power. I believe this proposal will be well-received by our allies in the region and should be welcomed by Iran if peaceful nuclear power is truly what they desire.” Specific provisions of the resolution include: Support for the establishment of a new regional nuclear fuel bank for the Middle East, or a modification and expansion of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) existing nuclear fuel bank, in coordination with other international actors.
Call for a guarantee from the United States that any Middle East state that forgoes domestic uranium enrichment and reprocessing would be able to purchase fuel for their commercial nuclear reactors from the international nuclear fuel bank. Encourage the Biden administration to negotiate bilateral and multilateral nuclear cooperation agreements with various Middle Eastern states, that include the adoption of the IAEA Additional Protocols and a commitment by states to forgo domestic uranium enrichment and reprocessing of spent fuel. Acknowledgement that the U.S. should provide sanctions relief beyond those agreed to in the JCPOA, if Iran agreed to forgo domestic uranium enrichment and reprocessing of spent fuel. This should include the termination of certain United States “primary” sanctions, as appropriate. Reinforce that other U.S. sanctions should remain in place until Iran ceased its malign activities, including its support for terrorism, its human rights abuses, its hostage-taking, and its destabilizing activities in the region.
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Continued From Page 1 River, people wanted to know how a rising star in the department with a bright future in law enforcement did this. A social media post made by a previous girlfriend made claims of domestic violence, and also said that her accusations had been ignored by his superiors. The Sheriff’s Department put out a statement that read, in part: “The recent allegations made against Daniel Leyden are deeply concerning and are being investigated, and we welcome anyone with information to please come forward and speak with detectives.” How To Spot Domestic Violence The Toms River Times reached out to Dottie’s House, a domestic violence shelter in Ocean County. Clinical Program Supervisor Jamie Peto and Case Manager Karen Kirton spoke about how to recognize abuse and how to escape it. They are not familiar with the case and spoke generally about these topics. Domestic violence comes in many forms, which makes it sometimes difficult to spot, they said. It’s not always physical or sexual violence. It could be financial, where the abuser takes control of all resources and tells the victim how they will never survive on their own without them. It is often emotional, where the victim is belittled and talked down to. Emotional and verbal abuse is still abuse. One thing abusers have in common is that they isolate their victim from their family and friends. They only see the abuser’s family and friends. “They gain control and don’t allow the victim to have any outside support or contacts,” Peto said. Some get physical right away but some use charisma to get what they want, Kirton explained. They come off as very charming,
and someone who might be a great provider. “Most people in their life wouldn’t know that they are an abuser.” The abuser might appear to be trying to help but they are really taking control of situations, Peto said. The victim might have a bad family situation, and the abuser appears to be a knight in shining armor taking them out of that family situation. But what they are really doing is taking control of the victim and cutting them off from a part of their life. Cycles Of Abuse Many abusive couples go through a cycle of abuse. Everything is OK for a while, maybe even great. Then things slowly take a turn for the worst. The situation hits rock bottom and then the abuser apologizes and things are back to being OK for a while. “They are trying to pull you back in,” Peto said. They make it hard to leave. “You think things are going to get better even if they aren’t.” Just because things are fine for a time doesn’t mean you’re not in an abusive situation, she warned. This is a common cycle, and if it looks familiar, you probably need some help getting out. Dottie’s House encourages education for children in middle school to learn what a healthy relationship is. “Even at an early age, they need to see what love looks like.” Peto shared that a lot of abuse victims come from a family where there was abuse between parents. They saw that as normal. They might even seek out a partner that is similar to the abusive parent. They are perpetuating the cycle. How To Get Help Experts say the first thing you should do is call the National Domestic Violence Hotline, which is available 24 hours a day: 800-799-7233. If your health or safety is in danger, call the police. When someone realizes they are in a situ-
ation like this, they often don’t know where to go for help. They don’t have any money of their own. They are not sure what will happen to the children. There are a lot of questions. They might not even know they have options, Kirton said. Visiting web sites like DottiesHouse.org can help educate you. Most domestic violence websites have a panic button on them, Peto said. That means you can research a program online. And if your partner walks in, you can click the button and it will delete it from your search history. As the Hillsborough Sheriff’s Office said: “No one should be afraid to come forward, because doing so could save not only your life, but the life of a future victim.” The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is available 24 hours a day: 800-273-8255. About Abby According to the Orlando Sentinel, Bieber, 30, worked with the department since 2018. She was described as a role model for children. “As a passionate advocate for child victims, Deputy Bieber frequently and diligently responded to calls for service related to sexual battery and child abuse,” the department said in a statement. “Deputy Abigail Bieber was an outstanding law enforcement officer, and by all accounts, an even better person who left a positive impact on every member of her squad and the countless members of our community who she encountered while on patrol,” Sheriff Chad Chronister said in a statement. “This tragedy has left our sheriff’s office family grief-stricken. There is a void within our hearts that can never be filled, but I hope that Deputy Bieber’s legacy will be the way she lived her life, as a selfless servant.” As a Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Deputy, she worked patrol shifts but also worked undercover. She aspired to work as a detective in the Special Victims Section,
investigating crimes against children. “Additionally, Abby worked many off-duty shifts at Tampa Bay Downs where, once again, her infectious personality and enthusiasm made her many deep and abiding friendships,” her obituary stated. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to the Mary Lee’s House, 2806 N. Armenia Ave., Tampa, 33607 (/maryleeshouse.org); Max and Me Pet Rescue, 12191 W. Linebaugh Ave. #554, Tampa, FL 33626; or The Boys and girls Club c/o Sam and Laurice Hachem Foundation Club at Town ‘n country Park, 6039 Hanley Road, Tampa, FL 33634.
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New Children’s Hospital Breaks Ground In Toms River
By Bob Vosseller TOMS RIVER – Officials, physicians and special guests gathered to break ground on the future Children’s Specialized Hospital of the Community Medical Center and RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group. The ceremony was hosted by Community Medical Center (CMC), CSH and RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group. Upon its completion, the three-story medical building will be shared by CMC and CSH both RWJBarnabas Health facilities, as well as RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group Orthopedic and Primary Care services. The christening of the future 86,000 squarefoot medical hub located at 1251 Route 37 West featured Mayor Maurice “Mo” Hill and Major League All-Star Todd Frazier and his wife, Jackie Frazier who serve as the honorary co-chairs of Children’s Specialized Hospital (CSH) Foundation Capital Campaign. “The Toddfather” is a third baseman who is currently a free agent. He was on the legendary 1998 Little League World Series team. His wife is a New Jersey native as well. After their youngest son Grant was hospitalized briefly, the couple developed a greater understanding for the work being done at CSH. Jackie Frazier said “when we were presented the opportunity to serve as co-chairs for such an amazing organization, we decided that especially since it was going to have a facility here in Toms River that is five minutes from our home, how could we give back to our community any better. We are so excited to see this brought to our community and hopefully change a lot of children’s’ lives here.” Todd Frazier added that his son “is doing a lot better now but to think about the children who are going through tough times and parents who are trying to figure out having to drive two hours here or four hours to a certain area…now those who live in this area can take an easier drive. I want to thank all of you who have put all the hard work into this.” CMC Chief Executive Officer Patrick Ahearn told Micromedia Publications, that they are expecting to open next year. “We’ll have about 10 of our physicians from Community Medical Center in the building and there’ll be 20 or so from Children’s Specialized Hospital if not more than that. We’ll be one of their major locations for kids. “We will have orthopedic surgeons and primary care physicians in the building. Because of the surgery center we’ll have quite a lot of surgeons that don’t live in the building but will work in the building. Some of them may have an office right down the road here less than a mile away. They’ll do their office hours and come here and do their surgeries and go back to their offices,” he said. Ahearn noted the additional medical hubs that have been added to Barnegat, east Toms River “and this is the one that is probably the most ambitious.” One of those orthopedic surgeons is Dr. Chanakya “Sean” Jandhyala, of RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group. He said “this building will provide state of the art health care. We are going to have a new X-ray machine that will be in the office that will provide 3-D views of anatomy for us and an ambulatory surgery center so that means outpatient surgeries that can be done in the office.” “Patients can get shoulder scopes, knee scopes, hip replacements done here and minimally invasive spine surgery done in an outpatient setting so they won’t have to go into a hospital setting,” Dr. Jandhyala said. Mayor Hill served on the Board of CMC for several years and said he understood well the importance of the forthcoming medical facility.
Joking with Ahearn he also noted the importance of a ratable for the township. He presented a certificate to Ahearn for the groundbreaking of CSH. “These centers are becoming the big thing with health care now and a lot of the procedures that used to be done in the hospital are being done in surgery centers,” the mayor added. Lacey Committeeman Peter Curatolo who works for the Ocean County Health Department
was present at the ceremony. He concurred with Ahearn and told Micromedia Publications “it is a win-win for those parents and children here in Ocean County.” “Children Specialized has a 130-year commitment to children and youth with special health care needs,” CSH President and CEO, Dr. Matthew B. McDonald III said. “Today is a remarkable milestone where we will have the op-
portunity to serve those kids in this community.” Mark Montenero, CSH Foundation Board of Trustees; Capital Campaign Co-Chair; President of Autoland Toyota, Jeep, Chrysler, Dodge, and RAM Trucks said, “we are rolling out a $45 million fundraising campaign to support this amazing hospital. When our mission is complete there will be four more new outpatient centers including the one, we are breaking ground on today.”
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Students’ Project Celebrates Martin Luther King Jr. Day
─Photo courtesy Berkeley Schools BERKELEY – On February 2, students in Mrs. Ofsanko’s class at Berkeley Township Elementary School created silhouette word clouds of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. that include his accomplishments, charac-
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Berkeley Ladies Seniors Upcoming Trips
BERKELEY – The ladies spring getaway will be to Woodloch in the Poconos, from May 16 to May 20. They leave from Pine Beach. The cost is $735 each for a double. The deposit is $100 to hold your room. For more information, call 239272-6857. They are going to Hunterdon Hills Playhouse on June 6 to see the new comedy “I Left My Dignity In My Other Purse”
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Around The Jersey Shore Upcoming Blood Drive In Beachwood
BEACHWOOD – In honor of all cancer warriors including Jeremy Arnold, the Beachwood Mayor’s Wellness Campaign is hosting their first blood drive here in Beachwood. All donations will go towards local cancer centers, hospitals and blood banks. With the shortage on blood, every donation counts.
The blood drive is on February 25 from 2 to 7:30 p.m. at the Beachwood Community Center, 147 Compass Ave. Appointments are strongly recommended. To make an appointment or for more information, visit donor.cbsblood. o r g /d o n o r /s c h e d u l e s /d r i v e_ s c h e d ule/54366.
Crisis Hotline Volunteers Needed
JERSEY SHORE – Crisis Hotline Volunteers needed for CONTACT of Ocean & Monmouth Counties’ training beginning March 9, once a week every Wednesday for 12 weeks from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Training will be held in person at St. Luke’s Roman Catholic Church, 1674 Old Freehold Road, Toms River. CONTACT is a 24-hour crisis intervention hotline that
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Thyroid Support Group WHITING – The Thyroid Support Group will be meeting on March 14 at 10 a.m. at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 180 Route 539, Whiting. If you have a thyroid issue, or
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BERKELEY – The Berkeley Township School District is looking for substitute teachers. The rate of pay is $105/day. If you have 60 college credits you are eligible to substitute in Berkeley Township Schools.
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H ere ’ s T o Y our H ealth Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
What an Intracranial Headache Feels Like By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
Having a headache is common, and probably 80 percent of people experience one in their life. There are all sorts of headache disorders such as migraines, tension, hormonal and cluster headaches. Popular medications can induce a headache including the very effective blood pressure pills known as “ACE inhibitors.” You probably have heard of the ACE receptor since that’s where the bug of 2020 binds to as it enters human cells. But what about intracranial headaches due to high pressure on the brain, have you heard of that? It’s a serious problem and I think it is important for you to understand what that type of headache feels like. It’s also critical to distinguish this form a migraine which often has an aura. Probably the most common symptom of intracranial hypertension (aside from the headache itself) is eye trouble! There is no aura. You may have blind spots, poor peripheral (side) vision, blurry vision, double vision, and temporary bouts of vision loss. Left untreated, many people experience permanent vision loss. An intracranial hypertension headache happens when there is increased intracranial pressure (ICP) in the brain. Normally this occurs if a person has a traumatic brian injury, car accident, sports injury or a disease involving the spinal cord. It wasn’t that common except in the elderly population with high risk of a stroke, hydrocephalus or aneurysm. Nowadays, I get questions about severe, moving headaches frequently, so I’ve been researching the cause of these.
The hallmark symptom of course is a severe headache, one that might even move quickly around your head! It may be sharp and severe, or may feel like a dull, aching pressure that make your eyes hurt. You may feel less alert, and a bit confused but also possibly restless. As the pressure rises in your brain, you may become less able to speak like normal, and weaker. It may feel like it’s a little bit harder to breathe. These symptoms can come on in minutes, and wake you in the middle of the night. This is not a headache you can treat at home; this is a medical emergency in many cases because it could mean impending stroke or blindness. There are however a number of cases where individuals can walk around and sort of function in life with mild ICP. And this maybe you if you’ve been to dozens of doctors for your weird, unrelenting headaches. The condition can be diagnosed with a lumbar puncture that assesses the pressure of your cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). A visual examination looking for papilledema is critical as part of the fundamental work up. I hope this article has been helpful in terms of enlightening you to the new type of headache we are seeing. I hope it helps you to have learned the symptoms today in case you or a loved one experiences this. For more information visit the Intracranial Hypertension Research Foundation. Also, if you are interested, I have a more comprehensive version of this article. Please sign up for my newsletter at suzycohen.com and I’ll email it to you.
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Cool As A Cucumber? Dear Joel, I admit it; I can be cranky sometimes. My patience gets short, and the littlest things set me off. But you seem to be so grounded. What are your tips for not losing your cool? Answer: Tr y to f ig u re out what’s really bother i ng you. A re you bored or tired or worried about something? Sometimes a change of scenery really helps. Spending time in nature, even a walk down the block, has been proven to improve your mood, and vi-
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By Bob Vosseller JERSEY SHORE – While the countdown to unmask students and staff at schools around the state has begun, some parents are asking, why wait? After months of debates which have made some Board of Education meetings a verbal battlefield between parents, school administrators and board members, Governor Phil Murphy announced that he will lift the executive order requiring masks for everyone who enters a school building as of March 7. That order impacts all public schools and all child care settings leaving boards to set policy on whether mask wearing will become optional or remain. School districts such as Newark have already stated they intend to keep the mask mandate through the end of the school year but it is widely believed that many school districts will go mask optional. Board members in Lacey Township have already said prior to the Governor’s announcement that should it become possible for them to make the decision, that they would vote to make it optional. Mask wearing in that school district has been a contentious issue which has seen several board meetings canceled due to a Board member’s own refusal to wear a mask and a substantial number of audience members doing the same. Administrators and board members in Jackson have received an earful from angry parents who made it clear that they feel mask wearing is not effective and is hurting the mental health of their children. During his press conference Governor Phil Murphy said “masking continues to be an important tool in preventing the spreading of COVID. It should be used in many circumstances.” He added however that the metrics of COVID cases declining and hospitalizations also lessening substantially, led to his decision to lift the mandate that he put in place at the beginning of the pandemic in 2020. The State Health Department will be issuing updated guidelines for school districts to determine their own individual needs regarding mask wearing prior to March 7. Governor Murphy said that the 30-day gap was made to give school districts time to make adjustments and to determine their own individual plans of action. “This is a huge step back to normalcy for our kids,” the governor said. Some parents however, felt it should have taken affect immediately. “I’m sure there are strings attached by him waiting,” a Lacey Township resident said on social media. Jackson resident Jennifer Gallegher who formed the Jackson Township Fresh Faced Schools Facebook page said, “dangling the carrot as usual. Parents need to stop complying and start sending their children unmasked.
“Make it known we are done. Our children are done suffering and there’s not a chance in hell we’re ever going to allow masking ever again. No government agency or representative is ever going to step on parents toes again when it comes to decision making for our children,” she added. “Why wait to until March 7th?” Jackson resident Drew Donegan asked. Jackson and Lacey were among the school districts that wrote to the governor asking before the start of the current school year for the decision of mask wearing for students, staff and visitors, to be left to the individual school districts citing that local officials knew their school community better. Jackson Superintendent Nicole Pormilli said earlier in the school year that school officials and members of the community wanted an optional masking policy but that wish was superseded by the governor’s executive order extension. She and her counterpart in Lacey Township, Vanessa Clark told residents that the school district needed to abide by the executive order or face penalties such as losing additional state aid funding. Lacey, Jackson, Brick and Toms River are among the Ocean County school districts that were hit hard by the state’s revised S-2 state aid funding formula. Health experts have said that masks and vaccination are the two most important ways to combat the virus. In a well-publicized example, an unmasked, unvaccinated teacher passed the virus on to half of her students, as well as some of their families. This took place in May in Marin County, California – one of the counties with the highest vaccination rates in the state. The elementary school teacher was reading aloud to the class, and students closer to her had a higher rate of transmission. In this particular case, the teacher dismissed her symptoms as allergies. The virus then spread to other kids in school through siblings and a slumber party. Several of the parents were vaccinated but still got the Delta variant, which has been shown to be much more contagious, even with vaccinations. The governor commended school leaders and educators who supported his mask mandate and other COVID-19 health guidelines during his recent announcement. He also asked educational leaders to watch out for any potential bullying or demeaning actions toward those who choose to continue wearing masks within schools saying such behavior should not be tolerated. “We didn’t want to pull back too early,” Murphy said regarding lifting the mandate policy. “We aren’t going to manage COVID to zero. We have to live with COVID as we move from the pandemic to the endemic phase of this virus.” ~Chris Lundy contributed to this story
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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 experiences. 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,
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Around The Jersey Shore Michael Citta Chosen As Toms River Superintendent By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – During a special meeting, the Toms River Board of Education finally chose a new superintendent: High School South Principal Michael Citta. Citta thanked the board, administration, staff, and families after being chosen. He said he’s worked 24 years in the district, and “I promise not to let anyone down.” Prior to being principal at HSS, he was principal of Hooper Avenue Elementary School. He speculated that he is “the first superintendent who can say he started this district in kindergarten.” The district will focus on the whole student – academics, special activities, emotional wellbeing and more, he said. “The bar is high and we set it,” he said. Over the last few years, there have been challenges that the district, and its students have faced, he said, not the least of which were the pandemic and the state aid cuts. He said he will lead the district out of these difficult times. In doing so, he will enlist the help of all the stakeholders in the community. Board member Lisa Contessa said choosing him was “well worth the wait.” Board member Ashley Lamb took a moment to recognize all the applicants who made it to the final round. “The Citta family has a history of service to the community,” she said. One school in the district is named after his grandfather. Board President Jennifer Howe thanked the administration for holding down the fort while this decision was made. The choice to appoint him was not unanimous. Board members Anna Polozzo and Michele Williams voted no. They were contacted later to learn why. “I voted no on Mr. Citta’s appointment to the superintendent position because it is my opinion that there were candidates better suited to the Chief School Administrator position,” Polozzo said. “That said, the Toms River Regional Schools Board of Education has appointed Mr. Citta and I am certain he will strive to do his very best for Toms River Regional Schools. As the elected representative of the Borough of South Toms River, I will continue to do everything I can to ensure we support the needs of all our students, staff, and the entire Toms River Regional Schools community of
Beachwood, Pine Beach, South Toms River, and Toms River as the district moves forward under Mr. Citta’s leadership.” “I voted no to the appointment of Mr. Citta because, in my personal and professional opinion, there were other candidates more suited to the duties of a (Chief School Administrator) of the state’s largest suburban district,” said Williams, a retired principal. “However, with the decision having been made, I congratulate Mr. Citta and look forward to working with him for the good of all of our children of Toms River, South Toms River, Beachwood and Pine Beach.” David Healy retired from the superintendent position, with the end of 2020 as his last days. At one point, he changed his mind and wanted to stay on a few more months, but the board denied it. He originally came to the district in 2014. Thomas Gialanella was chosen as interim superintendent by the Board of Education. Previously, he had been the superintendent for Jackson and served as an interim for Brick. He also served as interim superintendent the last time Toms River had a superintendent search. Then, retired Jackson Superintendent Stephen Genco filled in as the interim Superintendent of Toms River Schools. So, the district has been without a permanent leader for about 13 months. There had been attempts to vote for a superintendent during that time. Six of the board members wanted to promote assistant superintendent James Ricotta. However, two of those members can’t vote on it. Joseph Nardini and Kathleen Eagan have to abstain because they have conflicts of interest, which usually denotes a family member working for the district. Citta hugged Ricotta after he was chosen. There have been accusations that three of the board members are being influenced politically in their choices. Specifically, Kevin Kidney, Ashley Lamb and Lisa Contessa were accused of being pushed by Toms River Councilman Daniel Rodrick to vote for James Altobello, director of secondary instruction for the Hamilton School District. Rodrick has said publicly that he did not influence the board members. With this 4-3 split, they could not reach a majority vote of five. Citta’s name had been in the running for some time but had been dropped out of an earlier cycle.
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Photo Of The Week Sunday Worship Services of Holy Communion at 10 a.m. &Wednesday spoken Holy Communion at 9 a.m.
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By Mark Bator BRICK - Sprawling over 120 acres between Herbertsville and Sally Ike Roads, the Brick Reservoir offers locals the chance to partake in a variety of recreational activities in close proximity to a major source of drinking water for Ocean County residents. Designed by O’Brien & Gere Engineers Inc., construction at the site took two years to complete from its initial groundbreaking. The reservoir itself holds approximately one billion gallons of water, and encompasses three-quarters of the total acreage of the site. Eighteen inches of soil protects the lining beneath the water, which runs to 50 feet in depth at its deepest point. Nearly twenty years ago, a large sand and gravel pit was chosen to be the site for what would become the largest construction project in the history of Brick Township. Groundbreaking took place on Sept. 18, 2002, and today the location is managed by the Brick Township Municipal Utilities Authority, which maintains and oversees the site. The Brick Reservoir supplies drinking water to the public and is deemed a “protected critical infrastructure” under the jurisdiction of the Department of Homeland Security. The entire site is under surveillance and has an established list of rules that ensure visitors can enjoy the passive recreation offered by the site. Reservoir staff routinely patrol the area and assist the public if needed. Patrons are allowed to walk dogs at the reservoir, and there are several stations posted around the 1.6-mile paved walkway to deposit pet waste. Visitors may jog or enjoy a leisurely walk around the reservoir proper,
or fish from either of the two fenced decks provided to the public. The Sunrise and Sunset decks are lined with brick pavers, many personalized, and seating is provided for those who wish to unwind as they look out upon the water. Similarly, pavers also lead up to the two prominent gazebos at the site, where one may enjoy a rest in the shade on the benches that are there, as well. Park benches are plentiful at the site, and there are numerous plaques to commemorate members of the public. The engraved plaques are available for a modest sponsorship fee on the Brick Reservoir website. Patrons may sponsor stone pavers (of varying sizes), park benches and even lighting fixtures. The site has two parking lots and toilet facilities, and the path around the reservoir is wheelchair accessible. While the trail around the water is paved and flat, skateboards and bicycles are not allowed. While neither swimming nor boating is allowed, visitors to the site can try their luck at fishing from either the Sunrise or Sunset deck. While not stocked with fish, the reservoir is constantly replenished with water from the Forge Pond and Metedeconk River, and the variety of fish include pickerel, shad, largemouth bass and white perch. In addition to fish, turtles and plenty of waterfowl can be seen in the area. There is no entrance fee, and the location is open Wednesday through Sunday with winter hours from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. (after March 1, the closing time extends to 8 p.m.). The location is closed on four major holidays, namely Independence Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day.
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Around The Jersey Shore Girl Scout Earns Lifesaving Award
─Photo courtesy Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore FARMINGDALE – Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore McKayla Havemann-Fordyce has earned Girl Scouts of the USA’s rare national lifesaving award, the Medal of Honor. McKayla, a 10-year-old Brownie Girl Scout, saved her grandmother Nancy’s life by her heroic actions. Due to her quick thinking and action when her grandmother required emergency health services, her grandmother was able to get the care necessary for a positive outcome. On June 22, 2021, McKayla’s grandmother was experiencing shortness of breath and pains in her chest. Suffering from COPD, she knew she was having more of a hard time than usual. She called for McKayla and told her she needed help. McKayla helped get her to the kitchen to get her to a seated position. Nancy became visibly distressed and started becoming light-headed. She told McKayla she would need to call 911. McKayla remembered her training from Girl Scouts and how to give correct information to first responders. McKayla stayed calm and stayed with Nancy until she heard the sirens at which time she went outside to help first responders find where Nancy was in the home. Raymond Suiter Jr., Firefighter, Jackson Fire District #3, praised McKayla, saying, “In any emergency, people can become frazzled or erratic, but McKayla was able to follow the proper steps in a calm and collected manner. Her actions undoubtedly contributed to her grandmother’s positive outcome. Her poise in the face of an emergent situation is to be commended, and she is certainly deserving of the Medal
of Honor.” She then proceeded to go to a neighbor’s house to look for help, but no one was home. McKayla knew to call her mother at work but, she did not respond. McKayla then called her emergency contact person on her phone and waited with first responders until her emergency contact person arrived. McKayla remained totally calm throughout the event and Nancy’s doctors said that had she not known what to do Nancy would have suffocated from the collapsed lung. Mohamed Elsawaf, MD, physician at Shore Pulmonary, Ocean NJ, extended his gratitude to McKayla for her heroic actions in the care of her grandmother, saying, “Due to her quick thinking and action when her grandmother required emergency health services, her grandmother was able to get the care our group provided at the hospital for a life-threatening situation. She conducted herself with composure and maturity and we are all very proud of her.” Recognizing this act of bravery, Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore Interim CEO Heather Coburn said, “McKayla performed a heroic act beyond the degree of maturity and training to be expected at her age. Girl Scouts are encouraged to be resourceful, skilled, and ready to help others - McKayla’s quick thinking and exceptional judgment is inspiring to us all.” McKayla’s grandmother is recovering from a collapsed lung. McKayla will be recognized at Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore Annual meeting.
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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of FEB 12 - FEB 18
By Jeraldine Saunders
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Sidestep a misunderstanding by waiting for another day to discuss an issue with a loved one. Any impulsiveness could cause consequences, so it’s best to count to ten before taking action or voicing an opinion in the week to come. TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20): Moderation should be your mantra. You would be wise to avoid taking on additional debts in the week ahead. A sparkling and enthusiastic outlook can attract others and may result in a wealth of social invitations. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Your business ideas could be naive or overly idealistic in the week ahead. You are likely willing to investigate proposals and joint enterprises but might not understand the most important details. Wait to begin significant projects. CANCER (June 21-July 22): A loved one or partner could have some powerful ideas. Follow someone else’s lead as the week goes by and you should be able to achieve your goals. Wait until you are armed with more data before you discuss a family or career issue. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You may feel restless and ready to try something new as this week progresses. You could be primed to meet interesting people and escape from a limiting relationship or situation. Use your soft heart to deal with the hard heads. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Exercise restraint, it’s fine to multi-task in the week to come but do not impulsively spend more money than you should. Be sure that short-term solutions are not creating long-term problems.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22.): You might find you are walking a narrow balance beam that makes missteps more likely than usual. Wait until later in the week when there is less chance for a misunderstanding to discuss the future of a close relationship. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You might be inspired to make sweeping changes as the week unfolds. An enthusiastic partner could encourage you. At the same time, you may be aware of family responsibilities that require more of your energy. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): True freedom can come when you realize you have nothing to prove. You may tackle your job with creativity but still may feel most comfortable close to home with your family or tribe in the upcoming week. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Dreams are the first step to manifestation, and some of your inspiring and creative ideas could grow into something worth pursuing. Wait until later in the week to begin new projects or to take definitive action. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Even if you feel slightly under the weather, your attitude can shift enough for life to shine brightly. Take the lessons gained from recent experiences seriously as the week unfolds. Focus on changes within your family. PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20): Take steps to protect yourself from making errors that impact your financial security. Be conscious of impulse purchases as this week flies by. Investigate apps or other ways to stay more efficient and organized.
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THESE SUPER-CHOCOLATY CUPCAKES ARE CROWNED WITH A DELICIOUS CHOCOLATE GLAZE By America’s Test Kitchen
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