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─Photo by Alyssa Riccardi The SHERP is an essential rescue tool that can travel through ice, mud and marshes.

By Alyssa Riccardi OCEAN COUNTY – Covered with waterways like marshes, lakes and rivers, Ocean County has a unique landscape that attracts thousands of visitors every year.

Since the terrain can

sometimes be diff icult to travel through, the Ocean Cou nt y Sheriff’s Office has introduced a state-ofthe-art vehicle in the event a water-based rescue is needed.

“We now have a new vehicle that can assist

in both land and water rescues throughout the County,” said Commissioner Gary Quinn, liaison to the Sheriff’s Department.

The ATV known as “SHER P” can plow through ice, mud and marshes. It will be

u se d by t he Ocea n Cou nt y Of f ice of Emergency Management to reach someone who may be hurt or is having a medical episode.

The idea was first proposed by Ocean (ATV - See Page 4)

Bayville Kids Make Friends In School, In The Form Of Fuzz Bugs

By Chris Lundy BERKELEY – Everybody needs a friend sometimes.

A constant companion. A pet you can take anywhere. Perhaps that’s why Fuzz Bugs took off so well.

You might be asking “What’s a Fuzz Bug?” Valid question. A Fuzz

Bug is a tiny colorful pom pom decorated with googly eyes. And in a world where the term “googly eyes” doesn’t show up in newspapers very often, it’s worth repeating that Fuzz Bugs have googly eyes.

They are the creation of Savannah Bell and Madeline Gall, 11-year-

old f ifth graders at Berkeley Township Elementary School.

“They help with anxiety and stress and if you don’t have anyone to hang out with, they’re there for you,” the girls said.

It started when they saw a student who was

-Photo courtesy Gall family Savannah Bell and Madeline Gall worked hard to make all the Fuzz Bugs.

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By Chris Lundy OCEAN COUNTY – Challengers in the upcoming Republican primary election said that something as simple as the placement of names on the ballot gives them an edge on June 7.

Several significant positions are in dispute this year, including a member of congress and two county commissioners.

The winner of the primary will be the one representing the party in November.

Ocean County is generally a conservative area, and the regional leadership usually doesn’t even need to campaign too heavily in order to run. Lately, however, there has been more friction in the party.

Incumbent Congressman Chris Smith (R- 4 t h) is being challenged by Mike Crispi. Incumbent Ocean County Commissioners Virginia Haines and Jack Kelly will be facing Toms River Board (GOP - See Page 4)

FBI Investigating County Hiring Practices

By Chris Lundy OCEAN COUNTY – The Federal Bureau of Investigations has subpoenaed documents relating to the hiring practices at the county government for the last five years.

The Asbury Park Press was the first to report on this. Other publications followed up on the story.

“The Ocean County Board of Commissioners is fully cooperating with the FBI investigation into the county’s hiring practices. The federal subpoena was received in county offices on March 23. All documentation requested by federal investigators was hand-delivered to the FBI’s Red (FBI - See Page 6)

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ATV:

Continued From Page 1 County Sheriff Mike Mastronardy after he was caught in a hurricane in North Carolina.

“Based on Ocean County’s topography, having this vehicle will allow us to perform rescues that in the past have been difficult to access,” Mastronardy said. “This vehicle is rugged and can withstand just about anything allowing us to perform life-saving rescues while eliminating the concern of how to navi-

GOP:

Continued From Page 1 of Education member Ashley Lamb and Sergio Fossa.

The incumbents are under the Regular Republican Club banner, and the challengers are naming themselves America First Republicans.

Recently, the candidates went to the county offices to randomly draw which column they will have. America First got Column A, which is generally considered a stronger position.

“The drawing of Column A…gives our America First Republican team that ballot position that every New Jersey political organization wants,” Crispi said. “Every entrenched insider who

gate reaching a victim.”

The SHERP can move at 25 miles per hour by land and 3.7 miles per hour in the water. It can effortlessly move over mounds of sand, through br ush and across other obstacles including downed trees. Not only can it move through water, it can go through deep snow and into ice.

“This is a piece of equipment that we are certainly are very happy to have in Ocean County. Sheriff first brought this idea to the Board of Commissioners a few years ago. We’ve never seen any-

thing like it,” Quinn said. “Having gone through so many different tragedies in Ocean County, with hurricanes and Superstorm Sandy. We live in an area with a lot of issues we have to deal with; we have to have to proper equipment to be able to handle it.”

“If it can save one life, it’s worth the investment,” Quinn added.

The one-of-a-kind vehicle is extremely versatile with tires over five feet tall.

The Ocean County Sheriff’s Department plans to equip the SHERP with first aid kits, life-rings, rope, f loatation devices,

and an automated external defibrillator (AED).

“There’s really no other vehicle in Ocean County that would be able to navigate the tidal wetlands that we have. This is the solution to those issues,” Captain Joseph Greene said.

“This is a rescue vehicle for our department that will be used throughout the County, year-round,” Mastronardy said. “I appreciate the support of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners so that the department could acquire this vehicle.”

is attached at the hip of Smith will be replaced by my running mates and we look forward to showing them all the door on June 7.”

Ocean County Republican Chair Frank Holman said the incumbents will run on their expertise and past actions.

“We have great experienced candidates.

They get the word out year round - the Commissioners by lowering the County tax rate. The Sheriff (Michael Mastronardy) brings the latest technological tools to the sheriff’s department,” he said. “Voters will find our candidates!”

The placement of names on a ballot could cause an upset, as evidenced by last year’s Central Regional Board of Education election.

Berkeley representatives Al Aires and

George Dohn ser ved six years each on the Board, but lost to newcomers Merissa Borawski and Heather Koenig.

Borawski received 6,338 votes and Koenig received 6,091 votes. Aires received 4,454 votes and Dohn received 4,029 votes.

Aires and Dohn both told The Berkeley Times after the election that their loss was mostly because Borawski and Koenig got Column A and B. Looking at the vote tallies, the candidate in the first position had the most votes, followed by two, followed by three, with the fourth position having the lowest. It was likely many people just pushed the buttons that fell under the candidate for governor that they wanted whether they knew the names

or not, they said.

Elections in Berkeley have been pretty slow since Republicans won the Township Council and mayoral seat. There wasn’t much messaging f rom either camp. Aires and Dohn were running under the slogan “Honesty Integrity Safety.” Borawski and Koenig ran under the slogan “Supporting Parental Choice.”

Last year was a gubernatorial election, which meant a lot of people came out for that race, but might not have been as educated about the rest of the candidates.

This year, like all even-numbered years, every seat in the House of Representatives is on the ballot, which means that it will be another combative election season where voters might not pay as much attention to smaller, local races.

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Fuzzbugs:

Continued From Page 1 sitting alone, and they wanted to cheer him up and make sure he had a friend. Little did this student know he would be the first to have this year’s sought-after gift.

Madeline and Savannah liked making the Fuzz Bugs, so they decided to go big time with their operation.

They brought the idea to their teacher, Ms. Smith, who thought it was good. She encouraged them to email the principal. The girls made a pitch to the administration on how their creations would help the student body and they got approved.

Soon, they were putting up signs like “Fuzzbugs for free – meet at the wall ball courts.”

There were kids lined up, hoping to get one.

The slogan on the posters probably helped: “A Fuzz Bug is a fuzzy friend that also will stay by your side. It can help with anxiety and stress.”

Students can choose colors, if they want, but mostly they get a random color. There were also birth certificates for them, which lets you fill in the Fuzz Bug’s name, favorite foods, and birthday. It ends with “Congrats you’re a parent.”

“We wanted to figure out a way to help our school,” Madeline said.

“And we were kinda bored,” Savannah added.

Well, boredom is often the mother of invention. And it’s safe to say that the students of BTES are less bored now that they have Fuzz Bugs to keep them company.

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FBI:

Continued From Page 1 Bank office on Tuesday April 12,” county spokesman Rich Peterson told New Jersey 101.5. County spokeswoman Donna Flynn confirmed that quote for this article.

According to reports, the investigators have subpoenaed all employment applications for anyone hired between Jan. 1, 2017 to Dec. 31, 2021. The county also

turned over the personnel resolutions for the same time period. These resolutions are made to hire, set salaries, etc. Resolutions are passed by the County Board of Commissioners.

The Asbury Park Press reporter claimed that unnamed sources said the investigation was to see if the powers that be were hiring people in exchange for favors.

The FBI never comments to the press about active investigations.

Toms River Students Experience The Joy Of Field Of Dreams

By Stephanie Faughnan TOMS RIVER – Apparently, the innovator of Toms River’s Field of Dreams literally wants no stone unturned when it comes to the upcoming grand opening of the complex.

Fifteen minutes before Christian Kane expected area students to arrive by bus, Kane was busy raking gravel into a section designated for sponsorship plates.

No task appears too menial for the Toms River high school statistics teacher who says the nightmare that changed his family’s life could happen to anyone.

Kane’s son Gavin suffered devastating injuries when he was just a small child involved in a motor vehicle accident.

After realizing there is a lack of activities available for people of all ages with special needs, Kane came up with the Field of Dreams complex. For starters, the designs of the baseball field, miniature golf course, and basketball and bocce ball courts eliminate issues for wheelchair-bound players.

Toms River students with a variety of challenges came to give the facility for a test run a couple of weeks ago.

The adaptive playground area was immediately overrun with groups of four taking turns on adult size teeter tooters, while others cascaded down slides, and hopped on swings.

A bunch of guys took up a game of hoops and quickly deter mined they could use a lever to raise and lower the basketball backboard. Smiles and giggles erupted as some took their first jumps on the trampoline that holds up to 650 pounds and can accommodate a wheelchair.

Kane guided members of the Toms River school district’s administrative team on a tour and pointed out some of the less obvious features of the outdoor facility.

“There’s a public reading area over here,” said Kane. “In between these two concrete slabs, you’ll also f ind gaming tables for chess, checkers and backgammon.”

I nclu sion re present s a not he r key feature of the complex. Kane told the school administrators that he expected that student volunteers would be on hand daily from 3 p.m. until 6 p.m. This would give families a chance to see their loved ones enjoy a game with someone else and promote interaction.

The Toms River Field of Dreams has been five years in the making with Kane spearheading efforts to find the money to make it possible. He said he began the process by telling his story and was able to raise $2 million in cash.

“This was done between the naming rights for everything you see,” Kane shared. “There’s obviously the signage, and pavers and grants.”

With the entire cost of the project at $3 million, Kane said he still needed another $200,000-$300,000 to get things done. Previous donations didn’t take into account increases in expenses for things like lumber and even fuel.

As a statistics instructor, Kane teaches students to collect data and analyze it.

Kane paused for a second during his presentation and seemingly measured the results of his test run with the students busy at play.

“Hear those sounds?” asked Kane.

“That’s what’s we’re looking to hear, and it’s really cool how they’re doing things.”

While some students hit harmonious i nst r u ments to make melodious vibrations, the real joy came from deep within them. Non-verbal kids had no problems expressing their delight.

“It sounds like there’s music playing,” said one of the district administrators about the laughter.

Kane also has designated areas for community gardens and said that a lot of organizations have already agreed to come and take care of them. Many work with adults with disabilities who will be able to give the 21+ crowd something to do with purpose.

Students from Toms River East who work with Channel 21 were also on hand to film the first busload of kids to experience the new complex. Once again, the teacher in Kane appeared as he suggested this represented just one example of working together.

“My goal is that we become the number one inclusion district,” Kane said. “ Not in the st ate, but in the whole country.”

Toms River’s Field of Dreams has a special event planned for its grand opening on Saturday, April 30, 2022, from 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. While registration is required during those hours, the complex is open to the public that same day from 3 p.m. until 5 p.m.

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Legislators: State Should Reimburse Towns For Veterans’ Tax Exemption

TRENTON - Consistent with the policy of “state mandate – state pay,” the 9th District Delegation is calling for the passage of their legislation to require the State to annually reimburse each municipality for the cost of complying with the State mandate of exempting disabled veterans from paying property taxes.

The legislation, S-163 and A-736, introduced

by Senator Christopher J. Connors, Assemblyman Brian E. Rumpf, and Assemblywoman DiAnne C. Gove would also require the state to provide funding to municipalities to

cover the administrative costs associated with the veterans’ property tax relief program.

The Delegation issued the following statement: “Municipalities should be reimbursed by Trenton for the costs associated with the disabled veterans’ property tax exemption, as it is a state mandate. This would be consistent with the policy of ‘state mandate – state pay.’

Moreover, it would enable municipalities to provide property tax relief, which remains the top issue of taxpayers who are finding New

Jersey increasingly unaffordable.

“More than 900 veterans living in our Legislative District receive this property tax relief benefit. However, since this is an unfunded state mandate, the cost of the exemption, which amounts to millions of dollars, is passed on to all other taxpayers in their respective municipalities.

“Given the considerable number of veterans residing in our area, this policy of non-reimbursement disparately impacts our Legislative District, just as the state’s broken school

funding formula and toll increases.

“No one would argue that disabled veterans and their families are more than deserving of this benefit in view of the tremendous sacrifices by these individuals in service to their country. It’s important to note that our constituent municipalities do an incredible job of assisting qualified veterans applying for the property tax exemption and other programs.

Therefore, the state should be obligated to cover the costs associated with property tax exemption.”

Senators Want Health Care Enrollment Period After COVID Emergency Over

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Bob Menendez (D-N.J.) joined a group of colleagues in calling on the Biden Administration to ensure that seniors currently enrolled in Medicaid have a smooth path to health care coverage after the COVID-19 public health emergency ends. The letter calls on Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Service (CMS) Administrator Chiquita Brooks-LaSure to establish a special enrollment period for these beneficiaries to sign up for coverage, and waive any related late-enrollment fees they may have accrued.

“We appreciate the important services and supports that the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has administered to help older Americans utilize telehealth, access COVID-19 testing, vaccines and treatment free of charge, and maintain comprehensive coverage,” wrote the Senators to Administrator Brooks-LaSure. “However, as the threat of the virus begins to subside and the Biden Administration considers terminating the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency (PHE), we are concerned that the Medicare beneficiaries may experience

avoidable gaps in coverage.”

Provisions of the bipartisan Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) ensured that children, working adults and seniors alike could retain their health insurance coverage through the ensuing period of extreme economic uncertainty and volatility. Both the funding and coverage provisions of the FFCRA will expire upon termination of the PHE, at which point states will begin to remove ineligible individuals from their Medicaid programs.

“We urge you to provide a smooth transition to Medicare coverage for these seniors through a special enrollment period, and to

exempt them from any financial penalties that would otherwise be assessed for late enrollment,” the Senators continued. “CMS and stakeholder partners should conduct extensive outreach to raise awareness among seniors of this coverage change, and ensure they have the tools and information necessary to choose the Medicare coverage option that works best for them.”

Joining Sen. Menendez in sending this letter were Sens. Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.), Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio), Bob Casey, Jr. (D-Pa.), Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.), Sheldon Whitehouse (D-R.I.) and Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.).

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PINE BEACH – The town-wide yard sale is back, May 21 and 22 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. $20 registration includes advertising, listing on the sale map, and a balloon for your mailbox to show you are part of the event. Registration forms can be found on the Pine Beach Volunteer Fire Company No.1 Facebook FB page and will soon be

available on their website, pinebeachfire. org. Registration ends on May 20 at 9am, maps and balloons will be available from 4 to 6 p.m. that day at the firehouse.

For additional information, call the firehouse at 732-349-5639, e-mail us at PBVFCyardsale@gmail.com, or call the municipal building at 732-349-6425.

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY E ditorial Celebrating Community Here And Around The World On April 18, Micromedia Publications celebrated its 27th anniversary, marked by the introduction of its first weekly newspaper, The Manchester Times, on April 18, 1995. Since then, it has introduced six more weekly newspapers, as well as our website, JerseyShoreOnline.com. In January, in an effort to increase our exposure for the benefit of both our readers and advertisers, we acquired Toms River Online and Bricktown Online, both with highly upgraded content.

The first edition of each newspaper contained an editorial entitled “The Importance of Community,” stressing that the strength of our society is based on “the simple associations we make in our community each and every day - we believe the mission of a local newspaper should be to promote the highest ideals of community life,” a commitment which is at the core of our mission.

As I think of our mission on a local level, my thoughts turned to the current raging war in Ukraine, and the response of the community of nations. In the words of 19th century political philosopher John Stuart Mill, “The only thing necessary

for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing.” In response to the brutal and deadly Russian invasion inspired by Vladimir Putin, western democracies have come to the aid of their besieged neighbor. They have provided much-needed military equipment and humanitarian aid, and have accepted refugees who arrive with not much more than the clothes on their backs. Poland, one of them, stepped up big time, welcoming more than two million refugees alone. Make no mistake - this conflict is nothing less than a struggle between good and evil, and Ukraine’s western neighbors must do everything they can to defeat the ambitions of Vladimir Putin and restore the blessing of peace to a fully independent Ukraine.

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Letters To The Editor Farewell To Chief Kudrick Having read two recent articles about former Howell Police Chief Andrew Kudrick, I am both dismayed and nonplussed.

Why, I wondered, did PAL seemingly turn its back on their Chief? And then, I read that Chief Kudrick has retired.

I have had only two or three encounters with the former Chief. He was teaching a segment of CERT training in Manalapan on a Sunday. The second time, he responded on an Easter Sunday when a tree limb fell onto the car of a guest of a neighbor in our senior community. He removed the limb.

Chief Kudrick exudes kindness, authority and professionalism. He deserves to retire after all these years of service, and naturally, I/we support his decision, however sad to lose him as our police chief.

Kathy Noyes Howell

Gas Companies To Blame For Price I saw Biden say that the gas companies are to blame for our gas prices going up so I did a little research and it turns out he was right.

There are over 9,000 permits that gas companies have to drill for oil in the U.S. Some of these are Biden’s. Some of these were signed by Trump. But the point is, (gas companies) have the ability to drill for oil right now and they’re not. They’d rather just raise the prices at the pump.

It makes sense. Why drill for more oil, and do more work, when you can instead just arbitrarily raise prices and make even more money?

I Googled “gas companies profit” and it turns out they made $237 billion last year in profit. That means after they paid all their workers

and everything, they still brought in $237 billion.

So, why do we have to pay more? Just because they want us to?

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Van Drew Votes Like A Democrat Jeff Van Drew of Congressional district 2 of NJ was known as a Democrat at one time. Regardless of his party affiliation, Van Drew still seems to be a major part of the Democratic Party but continues to collect Republican support in the South Jersey District.

As Van Drew knows, in order to stay in politics, you must be willing to “change things up.” Van Drew voted with Biden’s infrastructure bill in November of ‘21.

He has consistently voted against both veterans and our 2nd Amendment, and has voted an overwhelming 122 times in agreeance with left-wing extremist Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez during the 116th Congress.

However, despite still having Democratic views and voting like a Democrat, Van Drew has gained support from all the South Jersey county GOPs. Sean Pig natelli, Van Drew’s primary opponent, is in high hopes South Jersey will come to their senses. “We absolutely have to wake up! Voting for Biden’s Infrastructure Bill, voting against our veterans, voting against our 2nd Amendment Rights is not what South Jersey wants or deserves. Do we really want to continue to pay higher gas prices? Do we want more veterans homeless? Do we, law-abiding citizens, no longer want the freedom to purchase firearms? For 4 years we’ve endured Democratic policies that continue to hurt South Jersey. We must make a stand!”

All polls continue to favor Van Drew in the upcoming primary, but will South

Jersey continue down the Democratic path? “South Jersey knows the polls are never correct. If we want to vote out a 70-year-old, rich and wealthy democrat in disguise, we most certainly will. America will always belong to the middle-class and we have to remind the country of this,” Pignatelli goes on to say.

Emails between Pignatelli and County GOPs show the county GOPs had a one track mind on who they would nominate and would not allow any other contenders. With that information now released, voters seem very hesitant to trust the county andsState GOPs. “I am a South Jersey native.

To tell me I don’t have your consent or your support; that will just fire my campaign up even more,” Pignatelli stated.

The New Jersey Globe published an article in January relating Van Drew and President Biden’s relationship: “Biden names Van Drew Ally who flirted with backing Trump to Top Agriculture Post.”

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Yes, Presidents Should Be Made Fun Of I fully agree with Chris Lundy’s editorial of April 9, 2022 (“Why Can’t We Make Fun Of Presidents Anymore?”).

There is no good reason why presidents should be shielded from ridicule. In fact, everyone should be made fun of when appropriate, including retired academics and newspaper editors. It’s a healthy thing.

I found some of the wording in Mr. Lundy’s editorial interesting. Why should anyone be concerned with being “branded” a liberal? It’s an obviously positive description. So is ‘RINO’. It means they are Republicans who continue to adhere to their high principles instead of joining the Trump cult.

I’ve often made fun of lib-

erals myself, for being too mild and too conservative, for not being more radical in their approach. I expect they would react with displeasure at being branded a conservative, though I’d never accuse them, or anyone, of being a Republican. That would be cruel in this era of Republican irrationality, manifested in their inexplicable belief that the election was stolen or their reluctance to acknowledge the fact that Trump belongs in prison. Some of these people are sufficiently warped in their thinking to find disguised obscenities amusing when directed at our far too conservative current president. I poke fun at him regularly for his reluctance to bring criminal charges against his criminal predecessor. Since moving to southern Ocean County I’ve been delighted to discover the sophisticated sense of humor that so many of my neighbors have. Their ‘Trump’ banners are clearly meant to be an ironic comment intended to amuse. No one can really be that stupid.

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Answer To Private School Bus Issue Many years ago, when my wife and I decided the consolidation of three districts into one West Orange High School had major educational issues.

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We were effective in having the costs of bussing removed from our property taxes.

At that time the amount was about $187 - per youngster.

Based upon the decision not to bus private school youngsters in the Lacy District, parents should demand a refund of any bussing budgeted amounts.

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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.

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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,

including sleep disorders, depression, anxiety and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD. Through the group, members share resources and strategies to improve their mental health.

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

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Landscaping Company Ordered To Reimburse Underpaid Workers

By Alyssa Riccardi BERKELEY – The U.S. Department of Labor is ordering a local commercial landscaping company to pay its 47 temporary workers $181,670 in back wages and $38,329 in civil penalties.

According to the Labor Department, Turf Masters Inc. on Magnolia Street in Bayville was employing grasscutters from Mexico for more than 50 hours per week.

A federal release stated that the workers were paid “sub-prevailing wage rates for all hours worked.”

Turf Masters then tried hiding this information from the Labor Department’s Wage and Hour Division.

Judges from the Labor Department’s Office of Administrative Law are requiring Turf Masters to pay the back wages to resolve the matter. In addition, they will need to pay a civil penalty assessed by the department due to the substantial nature of the violations.

According to officials, the workers were in the United States under the H-2B temporary non-agricultural workers visa. The program allows American employers to temporarily hire foreign workers for nonagricultural labor or services.

Investigation revealed that Turf Masters had violated the following conditions of the H-2B program: To pay the required prevailing wage rate, at the time, of $15.52 per hour and $23.28 for overtime hours worked. The employer instead paid the temporary workers approximately $11 per hour.

To reimburse workers for inbound and outbound travel expenses.

To comply with retaining records and documents for three years from the date the H-2B application is certified, or from the date of adjudication if the application is denied, or from the day the department receives the letter of withdrawal if the employer withdraws the application.

Officials determined that Turf Masters told their employees to falsely record that they never worked overtime hours.

As a result, the company has agreed to enhanced compliance measures for the next four years. This requires them to: set up an electronic timekeeping system; hire a bilingual monitor to conduct trainings, audits and confidential interviews of all the company’s H-2B workers each year; and to put GPS devices on each vehicle used to transport workers.

“This investigation underscores the department’s commitment to using all enforcement tools to protect the rights of people who work in the U.S. Other employers should use the outcome of this investigation as an opportunity to review their own practices to make sure they comply with the law and avoid violations like those found in this case,” said Charlene Rachor, district director of the Wage and Hour Division in Lawrence in Mercer County.

“Employers who flout the rules of the H-2B program harm workers and gain unfair economic advantages. The U.S. Department of Labor will actively litigate such cases to achieve resolutions that ensure that applicants and workers are properly paid and prevent future violations,” Regional Solicitor of Labor Jeffrey Rogoff said.

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Marlton Man Pleads Guilty To Robbery And Assault At Local Park

By Alyssa Riccardi BERKELEY – A 54-year-old man has pleaded guilty to assaulting and robbing a woman at Robert J. Miller Airpark, officials said.

David Steen, 54, of Marlton, pleaded guilty to Robbery and Aggravated Assault in connection with an incident that occurred on September 23, 2019.

The victim, an 87-year-old woman, was hitting golf balls at the Airpark when she was approached by an unknown man. Then man proceeded to push the victim to the ground and hit her in the head with a golf club. He then ripped a gold chain and a gold crucifix from her neck and fled the area, police said.

When the woman returned home that day, her friend drove her to the Urgent Care facility for treatment of her injuries. She provided detectives with a detailed description of the suspect and his car, and was also able to assist in the preparation of a composite sketch of her attacker with the help of a New Jersey State Police sketch artist.

Officials later identified Steen the person responsible for the robbery and assault of the victim. As a result, a warrant was issued for Steen’s arrest on October 3, 2019.

On October 7, 2019, Steen was arrested in Bur-

lington County by the New Jersey State Police during an unrelated motor vehicle stop. He was transported to the Ocean County Jail, where he has been lodged since his apprehension.

Steen faces 10 years in New Jersey State Prison (NJSP) for to the Robbery charge, and an additional five years for the Aggravated Assault charge.

Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer acknowledges the diligent efforts of Senior Assistant Prosecutor Jamie Schron and Assistant Prosecutor Julie Peterson who handled the case on behalf of the State, and commends the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit, Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office High Tech Crime Unit, Berkeley Township Police Department, Berkeley Township Police Department Detective Bureau, Manchester Township Police Department Detective Bureau, Pemberton Township Police Department, New Jersey State Police, United States Marshals Service, Ocean County Sheriff’s Office, Ocean County Sheriff’s Office K-9 Unit, and Ocean County Security Department, for their collective efforts in connection with this investigation, leading to Steen’s arrest, guilty pleas, and soon his state prison sentence.

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- Photo by Chris Lundy Theresa Baumann’s win for patriotic essay was announced by Middle School Principal Dennis Driber at a recent Board of Education meeting.

By Chris Lundy BERKELEY – What makes a great American? For Theresa Bauman n it is someone who follows the law, is respectful, and is always giving back to their community and country.

She won the Patriot’s Pen essay contest suppor ted by VFW Post 9503. Baumann, a student at Central Regional Middle School, was lauded at a recent Board of Education meeting for her work.

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Artists Of The Month At CBW

-Photo courtesy Berkeley School District BERKELEY – Congratulations to the Clara B Worth Elementary School kindergarten “Artists of the Month” for the month of March. Students mixed primary colors together to create this project inspired by the book “Mouse Paint” by Ellen

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BERKELY – Berkeley Township mourns the loss of former Councilman Nathan Abbe at the age of 99.

Nat, as he was called by his friends and family, served in the 45th Infantry Division in WWII. He also served for 17 years as a Berkeley Township Councilman and served several terms as Council President and Vice President. He was also an active member of the VFW Post 9503 in Bayville.

Mayor Amato said: “We thank Nat for his

service to our country and for the many years he served as a Councilman. I had the honor of working alongside Nat during my tenure as a Councilman. I learned a lot from him, especially serving with him as a member of the Finance Committee.

I appreciated his extensive knowledge of town finances. He will be missed by many.

Our thoughts and prayers are with his two daughters, Alyce and Meryl, during this difficult time.”

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H ere ’ s T o Y our H ealth Dr. Izzy’s Sound News Presented By: Isidore Kirsh, Ph.D., F.A.A.A. (N.J. Lic. #678)

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You can usually tell when something needs to be replaced - your smartphone screen is cracked, or your vacuum smells hot. But what about your hearing devices?

Here are five signs you need new technology: Malfunction: When you perform all the recommended maintenance diligently, but things are still going wrong, it’s time to consider new devices. If replaced batteries drain quickly or sounds remain muff led after a wax guard change, for instance, consider that a red f lag. Occasional repairs are normal; persistent problems that resist troubleshooting aren’t.

Change in Hearing: Your hearing changes over time due to age, exposure to noise, and health events. We can often adjust your programming to meet your new needs, but sometimes your hearing changes so much that you need a different level of technology.

Costly Repairs: Replacement parts for older hearing aid models are often scarce, especially if the model is discontinued.

Think of your devices like a car: If repairing them costs so much that it makes more sense to replace them, go ahead and spring for a newer model. The general rule of thumb is pay for the repair once, but

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Change in Lifestyle: When your lifestyle changes, your tech might need to follow suit.

Took up a sport? You’ll probably need moisture resistance. Switched from an office job to a job outdoors? You’re likely experiencing a different level of noise.

Technological Advances: You might not realize just how far technology has advanced - with better filtering of background noise, the ability to pinpoint fine-tuning capabilities, and the option to stream sound from your smartphone to your hearing aids. High-tech hearing is just an upgrade away.

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

Nutritional Status Matters in Parkinson’s Disease

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

April is Parkinson’s awareness month, and as such I have been studying the condition to see if there is anything new or of interest, especially in the way of natural medicine.

Parkinson’s disease (PD) impacts 10 million people worldwide, and each year, 60,000 Americans are diagnosed with it.

Men seem to be more likely to develop the condition. According to a new prevalence study, as the population ages, the number of people diagnosed with PD increases with age, regardless of sex.

I looked at a prevalence map and Montana and North Dakota’s have the fewest number of people (about 1,400 and 2,000 people respectively), whereas California and Florida top the list with the most people with PD (85,000 and 64,000 people respectively).

There are websites that offer much more detail regarding symptoms of PD but a few telltale signs include tremor in the hands, slowed movements, muscle rigidity, poor balance, fatigue, or a distorted sense of smell. Among the cognitive signs and symptoms, you may have disturbing dreams, restless sleep, confusion at night, anxiety, dementia or difficulty with comprehension.

I could write a book on the medications and how to use them properly, but that is not the focus of my article today. I’m planning to give you nutritional options and some understanding of vitamin deficiencies, and how that impacts your prognosis. During my research, I found some interesting findings about nutrients that might be useful for

you. Here are some nutrients which may play an important adjunctive role in your PD protocol: Vitamin B12 or Methylcobalamin.

We know that the B complex family of vitamins is important for proper nerve health. There is an important relationship between B12 specifically and Parkinson’s.

We know that people with peripheral neuropathy are often deficient in B12. And it’s not just peripheral, there was a study in 2014 that found that B12 deficiency is one cause of SNF (Small Fiber Neuropathy). Test yourself with an “Methylmalonic Acid” test along with “Serum B12.”

Vitamin D. A 2019 study was among several others that determined vitamin D deficiency could impact the outcome for people with PD. Keeping levels of D up high enough is difficult for the elderly too, it’s hard to get enough sunlight, and even if they do, their body doesn’t sulfate it, or convert it properly due to mild liver or kidney compromise.

Fish Oil. Sometimes tremors respond to DHA fish oil, and this could be a promising strategy to slow down the progression. Remember, even if our drugs are useful, they don’t cure it, so this natural omega 3 fatty acid is probably safe, and might be slightly effective for the management of tremors and other symptoms in the early stages. Ask your doctor of course, because fish oils are blood thinners.

If you would like to more about this, I can email you a longer version of this article, sign up for my newsletter at suzycohen.com.

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By Marc S. Galella, Esq. of R.C. Shea and Associates A Caregiver Agreement is a written contract entered into between a person needing care and a person providing care. Usually, the Caregiver Agreement is between an adult child and a parent, a relative or a friend. Through the use of a Caregiver Agreement, the disabled or elderly person can transfer money to family members as compensation rather than as a gift.

A properly prepared Agreement specifically lists what services the child is to provide to the parent and at what price.

The Agreement must be in writing and entered into before the compensated services are rendered. Since the caregiver child is getting “paid” they must report the income for tax purposes. In some cases, the parent may be able to deduct the payments as a medical expense.

The advantages of having a Caregiver Agreement include establishing clear caregiver compensation, providing a practical housing arrangement and assisting a Medicaid plan.

Family members overwhelmingly provide the care for elderly and disabled loved ones at home. Although it’s a labor of love, taking care of ailing loved ones also has a market value, meaning that caretakers can be paid as a way to protect assets. It’s only fair that the child who is caring for the parent should be paid for the services. When a caregiver’s compensation is memorialized in a legal document, allegations by other siblings are minimized because the contract spells out the details. Further, to protect family relationships, it’s recommended that all

family members agree with the Arrangement even if they are not parties to the agreement.

By having a Caregiver Agreement the parent may be able to avoid a nursing facility by providing for the parent to be able to remain in the parent’s home or the home of the caregiver instead of a nursing facility.

A Caregiver Agreement can also be part of a Medicaid plan. As long as the Agreement is correctly drafted, and both parties abide by its terms, funds payable to the caregiver under the Agreement will accelerate Medicaid eligibility. Since payments are made for the services rendered, they should not be treated as gifts.

This will thwart Medicaid penalties as a result of giving money directly to the caregiver child. Since caregiver agreements transfer money over a period of time, they are better entered into sooner rather than later.

The child should consider the following points if the child feels uncomfortable about taking money to care for the parent: A third party caregiver would get paid for caring and giving room and board to the parent; If the parent were to apply for Medicaid, money that the child could have been paid for legitimately caring for their parent will instead be paid to the nursing home as part of a Medicaid spend down.

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They invite crime victims, survivors, their friends and family to come and help raise awareness for crime victims’ rights in Ocean County. Check-in is at 9:30 a.m.

The event is free and all are invited to attend. To pre-register please visit: ocponj.gov/ncvrwrun.

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BEACHWOOD – The Borough of Beachwood has announced summer 2022 employment opportunities. They are hiring for the position of Lifeguard and Badge Checkers. Applications must be at least

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Veolia Integrates With Suez

NEW JERSEY – Veolia North America (VNA), a wholly owned subsidiary of Veolia Group, announces the integration of its businesses with Suez’s assets in the United States and Canada, following the completion of the combination of the two companies, which was announced earlier this year. This positions VNA with 10,000 employees as the leading water and wastewater treatment company in the US for cities and municipalities.

In North America, Veolia is already active in water and wastewater treatment,

commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting through its decarbonization offerings as well as resource recovery, including the recycling of wind turbine blades.

The combination of the strengths and assets of the two companies will bring innovation and enhanced resources to strongly support the ecological transformation of the U.S. water sector and to contribute to the country’s 2030 carbon neutrality goals.

The main areas of transformational innovations will include:

• Water and wastewater treatment: expanded opportunities to create water reclamation and reuse programs that preserve and recycle water resources.

• Waste management: investments in hazardous waste management that ensure the safe and reliable disposal of materials that otherwise would pose a threat to natural resources.

• Energy: expanded opportunities to reduce or avoid carbon emissions and enable energy efficiency for cities and industries working to achieve greater sustainability and resilience goals.

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CLASSIFIEDS Seeking Home

Moving Sale

SENIOR TOMS RIVER MALE SEEKS to RENT a BEDROOM in a PRIVATE HOME - either in HOLIDAY CITY SOUTH or by WALNUT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AREA. I am fully vaccinated, healthy, a nice guy, clean, semi-retired and age 70.

Call LEN @ 732-996-1040 or email me at: SD1051@YAHOO.COM (20)

Moving Sale - New Ocean Kayak, salt and freshwater poles, reels, tackle, deer stands, all types of waters-boots, size 9. Many new barely used, tools, antiques, Lenox, Many household items. Beautiful set of 8 brand new dishes, (each plate original cost $11.00, entire set priced to sell.)

Brand new baking items and cake decorating items. Industrial meat grinder, etc. chest freezer. Vietnam memorialBiela (A Mohogany Huey made in Vietnam, helmet with liner, Prick 25 Vietnam phone, stereos, several new flat screen TV"s, skateboard, backpacks, A beautiful Black 2002 Ford Thunderbird with hard and soft cover, round window on back, Excellent condition. Brand new Duopot, Brand new Hamilton beach mixer on stand with bowl,cloths cheap too much to list. Please text Chris at 732-664-3605 April 16,17 and April 23,24. For directions.

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SENIOR JERSEY GENT SEEKS NEW HOME - Semi-retired (fully vaccinated including Pfizer booster) desires lodging in private home. Food fringees too! Call Charlie 732-2163176, Email: cr@exit109.com.

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Real Estate Twenty Yr Award Winning Business for Sale - "GREAT RETIREMENT OPPORTUNITY." Amazing Angieslist Reviews and Customer Relations.

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Items For Sale Auto For Sale

AUTHENTIC PUERTO RICAN PASTELES - Pork or chicken. Masa made from green bananas, yautia, plantains & potatos. $40/dozen.

Call / text 908-770-8537 (19) MOVING SALE - Bedroom Set. Night Table, Dresser, Queen size. Many new & used items, Tools, Fishing merchandise, Christmas, Linens. You name it. Worth the trip. Friday April 29, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday April 30, 9 a.m.to 4 p.m.

Sunday May 1, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 98 Storm Jib Ct. Bayville N.J. 08721 (19)

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

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

Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius. 732-364-7580. (t/n) Buying World War II - Swords, bayoivets, helnets, hats, medals, uniforms and related items. All Countries. 609-581-8290. Email mymilitarytoys@optonline.net.

(20) Vinyl Records Wanted - Paying cash for LP albums. Rock, Blues, Reggae, Jazz. Very good condition only. Call Rick 908-616-7104. (22)

Black Hyundai Sonata - 06' for sale. Many new parts recently installed. Asking 4900 OBO. Email L42534253@gmail.com or call 732-915-5812.

(19)

Help Wanted

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

Flexible scheduling. Work in your community. Weekly pay. Career advancement. Comprehensive benefits. Call 732-505-8000 today. (t/n) Substitutes Wanted for the Ocean County Vocational Technical School district: Administrators, Bus Drivers, Couriers, Custodial, School Nurses/RN, Secretarial, Teachers for Academic & Trade Skill Areas-view skilled areas visit www.ocvts.org/employment. EOE. Please email resume to: tedgar@mail.ocvts.org or call 732-240-6414, ext. 3317.

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

No teaching experience necessary.

On-the-job training provided. Multiple PT and FT positions available. Call 732-363-5530 or email dtomsriver2nj3@goddardschools. com to schedule an interview today!

HELP WANTED: Part-time Custodian - Needed for senior development in Whiting, N.J. Please call for interview: 732-350-4443.

(18)

FULL TIME LAYOUT DESIGNER/ PRODUCTION ASSISTANT - Micromedia Publications is looking for an innovative and creative individual to join our production team. Duties will include layout of newspapers and support for our general manager, production manager and graphic artist. Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign preferred but will train.

Strong communication, typography skills and time management are a must. Please e-mail resume to Jason at jallentoff@jerseyshoreonline.com (t/n)

Laundromat Attendant For FT/PT Good communication skills, math and min computer knowledge. Transportation needed. Long term commitment only. 732-286-1863.

(22)

Art C Sears from ACS Plumbing & Mechanical - is looking for a few good plumbers and or HVACR. Good pay and lots of work. 732915-5998 CALL ASAP. (18)

C.B.J. Home Improvements Carpentry, painting, roofing, siding, gutters, windows, doors, decks & patios, flooring, basement water proofing & finishing, chimney & concrete work, driveways sealed, power washing, yard clean ups & house clean outs, fully insured N.J. license #13VH11804800 $ave call Clark @ 732-850-5060.

(17)

This is an official request for Professional/consultants who will stand as our regional representative - to run logistics, Book/record Keeper for the company. We are only looking for individuals or companies from the USA. for more details contact Robert Edward at larrysmithinc912@gmail.com (18) HIRING NOW!! The Goddard School of Toms River Route 70 is urgently hiring Assistant Teachers and Teacher Aides to float between the Infant through School Age classrooms. No teaching experience necessary. On-the-job training provided. Multiple PT and FT positions available. $1000 sign on bonus.

Call 732-363-5530 or email dtoms river2nj3@goddardschools.com to schedule an interview today! (t/n)

CASH, CASH, CASH! - Instant cash paid for junk cars, trucks, vans. Free removal of any metal items. Discount towing. Call Dano 732-239-3949. (t/n)

Part-time Custodian Wanted For Adult Community in Whiting.

Custodial hours Mon-Fri 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Extra hours a few nights per month. Saturday evenings and set-up and break down for Sunday Bingo. ($20 per hour for Bingo) Weekends a must. Please fax resume to 732-3502838 or call 732-350-2656.

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Entire Estates Bought - Bedroom/dining sets, dressers, cedar chests, wardrobes, secretaries, pre-1950 wooden furniture, older glassware, oriental rugs, paintings, bronzes, silver, bric-a-brac. Call Jason at 609-970-4806. (t/n)

Seaside Heights - SHAKE SHOPPE ARCADE AND ICE CREAM. Looking for part time and full time employees. Arcade Shift Leader, redemption and floor attendant.

Ice Cream sales and cashiers. Call Patty 908-770-6370.

(17)

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

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

Help Wanted

Services Bobs Waterproofing - Basement and crawlspace waterproofing. Mold testing, removal and prevention.

Family owned. Fully licensed and insured. Call Bob 732-616-5007. (t/n)

Computer Tutoring for Seniors – Retired, “Microsoft Certified” instructor. Very Reasonable rates. Very patient with slow learners. I’ll teach you in the comfort of your home on your computer. I can trouble shoot your slow computer! I also teach iPhone and iPad. I set up new computers at less than half the price the retailers charge. Windows 10 specialist. I can also build a beautiful small business website at a fraction of the going rates. Special Projects always welcome! Tony 732-997-8192. (t/n) MY HANDY CREW - Husband and wife team working to satisfy all your home needs, inside and out. No job ever too small or large! $ave now. Call Clark and Nicole @ (732)850-5060. Insured and NJ Licensed #13VH11804800.

(19) We Can Help - Housecleaning, shopping, window cleaning, office cleaning, painting, laundry, carpet cleaning, and also we can help with phone calls, typing, bookkeeping, clerical work, reset in store. Very good price. Call 848-287-3944.

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

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Services

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MASTER GARDENER - Experienced 30+ years. Advises/coaches homeowners, seniors, DIYS . Planting Design, Container & Flower Gardens Maintenance, Organic Plant Care. Save $$$ Revitalize Garden Plants. Free Phone Consult - Joseph 732-232-8144 .

(18)

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

Kerry 732-606-2725.

(19)

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

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

Call Joe Wingate 551-804-7391. (19) Home Health Care - Companionship, meal planning and prep, medication reminder, hygine assistant, light housekeeping, errands, grocery shopping. Call Donna 609-891-7830. (18) Music Lessons In Your Home By state certified instrumental music teacher. Please call 732-3504427 for more information. Senior citizens very welcome.

(20) Nor’easter Painting and Staining, LLC - Interior and exterior. Decks, powerwashing.

Affordable. Senior discounts.

References. No job too small.

Fully insured. 732-691-0123.

Lic #13VH09460600.

(19) LANDSCAPING - Restorations, Repairs, Stones, Mulch, Sod Installs, Hedges, Shrubs, Bushes, Downed Branches Trimmed & Removed, Demolition, Cleanouts, ect., Dumpster service provided by A901 Licensed Hauler ect.

MAN WITH VAN LLC. Jim 609335-0330 HIC# 13vh10806000.

NO JOB TOO SMALL! (15)

PQ Painting & Home Improvement Services - Over 5 decades of service in NJ. Visit us online at pqpaintingservice.com. Winner of Angie’s List Super Service Award. Free estimates, reasonable rates, fully licensed and insured NJ Lic #13VH06752800. Call 732500-3063 or 609-356-2444. (t/n) Prepare for power outages today with a GENERAC home standby generator. $0 Money Down + Low Monthly Payment Options. Request a FREE Quote – Call now before the next power outage: 1-833-901-0309. (t/n) Cheap Painting Done Rite 35yrs exp, free est.732-506-7787, cell 646-643-7678.

(20) Skilled Work Man For Hire On all pace home repair restoration service own tools and truck call 201-546-2656.

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

Call Jim 732-674-3346.

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Certified Home Health Aides Needed for Ocean County area.

Hourly and live-in positions avail. P/T and F/T. Call CCC at 732-206-1047. (t/n) APlus Home Improvements - Over 30 years experience. Quality work at reasonable prices. Spring special, 20% off of any job over $1000.

Give us a call 908-278-1322. Fully licensed and insured.

(18) D o Yo u Wa n t Yo u r C a r To Look Nice - And shiny call Lenny. Lenny's Mobile Auto Detailing 908 868 4609.

(18) ALLAmerican Home Health Aides Experienced experts in the field of trauma and recovery. Holistic approach to healing-nutrition, physical therapy, and quality of life improvements. Hourly or live in.

Honest, hardworking, etc. Includes housekeeping, rides to doctors/ pleasure. Skip the rest, come to the best. 732-664-3605 (t/n)

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The Berkeley Times, April 23, 2022, Page 23

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE Advanced Foot & Ankle Specialists, PC: Treating Everything Below The Knee

By Michael Vandenberg Dr. Scott Amoss, DPM, CWS is a lot more than a “foot doctor,” as people often mistake podiatrists for. In reality, “we provide comprehensive lower extremity care,” he said. So yes, if your foot hurts, Dr. Amoss will be happy to help.

However, that barely scratches the surface of all the conditions he sees and the treatments he provides.

Dr. Amoss (pronounced like “famous Amoss”) grew up in nearby Ocean Township and has been connected to the Jersey Shore community and greater New Jersey area his entire life. Originally, he earned his Bachelor’s degree in chemistry at Rutgers and spent a few years in the chemical industry. However, that feeling of wanting to make a difference in people’s lives that drives all physicians caught hold of Dr. Amoss. He liked podiatry in particular because of its ability to help people really quickly.

“You can immediately have a positive impact on someone’s life. They come in pain, and can leave virtually pain free.” Scott Amoss became Doctor Scott Amoss when he graduated fourth in his class with numerous honors from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in 2000. He then completed a two year residency focusing on orthopedic, vascular, plastic, and reconstructive surgery, in addition to training in internal and emergency medicine, dermatology, and radiology.

After that, Dr. Amoss knew it was time to go out on his own, so he opened Advanced Foot & Ankle Specialists in Whiting.

17 years later, the practice is going strong and recently opened a new location in Toms River to be closer to Community Medical Center, where he’s a surgeon on staff. Critically, this new foothold also allows him, as a specialist in diabetic foot care, to help the growing diabetic community in the area.

While expanding served a logistically necessary purpose, Advanced Foot & Ankle has never lost its personal touch.

You’ll never just be passed off to whichever doctor is on the clock that day, because Dr. Amoss is proud to be a solo practitioner. “The patients see me and only me,” he said.

“It’s good continuity of care.”

His tight-knit support staff of seven ensures that you get the streamlined care you deserve.

That’s crucial in the field of Podiatry because, after all, things can get serious when it comes to Diabetes and foot complications. Luckily, Dr. Amoss is an Amputation Prevention Specialist as well as a Certified Wound Specialist.

Less serious conditions like hammertoes, ingrown nails, bunions, and athlete’s foot can be treated in the office, often during your initial visit! “We’re very conservative,” Dr. Amoss assures future patients. “I’m surgically trained but I only like to perform surgery when all other conservative means

One of Advanced Foot & Ankle locations is 601 Route 37 West, Suite 300 in Toms River (in front of the Ocean Eye Institute)

have been exhausted. It’s going to be painless.” He makes that possible by developing treatment plans for each specific patient.

Rest assured, Advanced Foot & Ankle is fully equipped to do so as soon as you come in. Both offices have digital X-rays so they can almost instantly see what’s going on and review it with the patient.

They also have a diagnostic ultrasound to diagnose soft tissue conditions, as well as a laser for treatment of pain and neuropathy, a painful nerve condition caused by diabetes and other issues.

They even offer MicroVas therapy, which gives much needed relief to patients with high levels of diabetic neuropathy, as well as vascular or PAD testing.

In addition to the most cutting edge podiatric technology, Advanced Foot & Ankle has professional-grade consumer products you need for immediate relief. They offer a great selection of diabetic shoes, for example, One of Advanced Foot & Ankle locations is 601 Route 37 West, as well as custom - made 400 Lacey Road in Whiting (in the Stop and Shop Shopping orthotics which provide arch Center) support and help correct the

imbalance in patients’ feet.

Advanced Foot & Ankle accepts most insurance plans.

(Medicare covers one pair of diabetic shoes per year!)

By having strategically-located offices, an experienced and focused staff, and tons of treatment methods and equipment at his disposal, Dr. Amoss is able to easily achieve his goal of getting you fast comfort and relief. When it comes to diseases like melanoma, for example, speed is absolutely critical. The most deadly form of skin cancer, melanoma has an especially poor prognosis on the foot because it often goes unnoticed for a long time.

Dr. Amoss diagnosed several of these cases last year, which probably saved those patients’ lives.

But sometimes conditions aren’t as complicated as much as some of the larger podiatrist offices try to let on. Dr. Amoss remembers one recent patient who came in after being with one such practice. “These eight doctors had exhausted all treatment options for this individual in pain,” he said. After years of getting the runaround, they told him there was noth-

ing they could do. The patient came limping into Advanced Foot & Ankle with what Dr. Amoss diagnosed in a matter of minutes as a simple corn on the tip of his toe. “We gave him a customized foot pad which helped him tremendously, and by the next day he came in to thank us and tell us how much better he was doing,” Dr. Amoss said. “He couldn’t believe he waited and wasted several years with this other group of doctors.”

At Advanced Foot & Ankle, you’ll get fast and customized treatment from a doctor you can trust. Give them a call today at 732-350-0100 and their very accommodating staff will be able to make an appointment for you with Dr. Amoss right away. And as the “urgent care of the lower extremity,” emergency app oint ment s are also available. Advanced Foot & Ankle is located at 400 Lacey Road in Whiting (in the Stop and Shop Shopping Center) and 601 Route 37 West, Suite 300 in Toms River (in front of the Ocean Eye Institute). Or check out their website AdvFootandAnkle. com for more information.

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Around The Jersey Shore Touch-Some-Trucks Event During BlueClaws Game On April 23

JERSEY SHORE – The outfield concourse at ShoreTown Ballpark will be filled with trucks and other vehicles on April 23 for Touch-Some-Trucks Day! The event, which takes place during that afternoon’s BlueClaws game, begins when the gates open at 3 p.m. First pitch is set for 4:05 p.m.

There will be a wide variety of organizations on hand including police, fire, EMT, and military organizations. Trucks will line the outfield concourse adjacent to the Sand Bar and around to the Chick-fil-A Fan Zone in left-center field. Fans can go out and explore the wide variety of vehicles and learn more about the organizations from each representative on hand.

Be sure to stay after the game when Kids Run the Bases thanks to Children’s Specialized Hospital,

an RWJBarnabas Health facility.

“We work hard to put on a series of fun events like this one that surrounds a great family day at the ballpark,” said BlueClaws Team President Joe Ricciutti. “Touch-Some-Trucks is an event that we were able to bring back this year and it should be a great day for families from all over the Jersey Shore!”

There is no additional charge to participate in the event though a game ticket is required for entry. Tickets are available for the event online at BlueClaws.com.

On April 24 is Buster’s Birthday! First pitch is at 1:05 p.m. and gates open at 12 p.m. Like every Sunday, members of the Jenkinson’s Boardwalk BlueClaws Kids Club eat free thanks to Sabrett.

Pine Beach Fire Company 50/50 Raffle

PINE BEACH – The Pine Beach Volunteer Fire Company No.1 is hosting a 50/50 Raffle. Drawing will be on July 4 at 11 a.m. at Vista Park, Riverside Drive. Pine Beach.

Proceeds to benefit the Pine Beach Fire Company’s Operating.

Tickets are $10 each, only 500 tickets will be sold. Four winners will be drawn: 1st Prize – 25% = max. $1,250 2nd Prize – 12.5% = max. $625 3rd Prize – 7.5% = max. $375 4th Prize – 5% = max. $250

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The Berkeley Times, April 23, 2022, Page 27

Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of APR 23 - Apr 29

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Put on something fun or festive when you go out.

You might be the center of attention so you should look your best. Stay centered in your confidence so you can respond to constructive criticism by learning the lesson.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): All you really need to be happy is within you once you learn to find it. Accept a well-meant gift with good grace. Take a moment to gather your thoughts before responding in the week to come and use the diplomatic approach.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Your practical side might be on display in the week ahead. Impulsivity could lead to a poor decision, give thought to the long-term sustainability of something you are considering before you make your move.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Apply your imagination and you will be able to come up with fun and creative ideas for the Easter holiday or something else. Find ways to inspire others. In the upcoming week, a key relationship should improve.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Your job or business might prevent you from enjoying the sights and scents of springtime. Skepticism can come in handy in the next few days -- later in the week you may enjoy relief from an intense situation.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Simple things make the day special, and you may enjoy having time that is isn’t filled with tasks. If your inclination is toward the exotic, indulge yourself while you can. Later in the week you may be less easygoing.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): A holiday social event could give you a reason to dress up in springtime colors and spend time with loved ones. Some unexpected help could make you feel supported and cared for and set the tone for a great week.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Neighborhood and community events could offer a perfect excuse to spend festive time with your friends and family. Interesting people and conversations could be just what you need in the week ahead.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): This may be a week when you enjoy getting closer to the earth. Sit in the sun for some vitamin D, commune with nature and enjoy the beauties of spring flowers.

Find balance and harmony with a loved one.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Enjoy Easter festivities or cook up some other fun for your tribe. Your home and family could dominate your thoughts, although later in the week, you will be more concerned with working conditions.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Take a pass on the fake stuff in favor of the real. Real things may require a real investment, but you get a real payoff. You’ll get further this week by being yourself than by using complicated schemes to win favor.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): The first signs of spring can make your heart lift with joy. Making drastic changes to improve your finances in the week ahead could be a mistake. You have likely done well enough to rest on your laurels.

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ALL DOUGHS LEAD TO ROME

By America’s Test Kitchen

Pizza bianca ( which means “white pizza” in Italian) is a popular snack sold at bakeries in Rome. This type of pizza might seem a little strange at first, because it isn’t topped with any tomato sauce or cheese, but trust us, it’s delicious!

Traditionally, pizza bianca is baked directly on the “ floor” (or the stone bottom) of a pizza oven and is lightly charred, bubbly, and mostly flat. For the following recipe, we bake the dough in a baking pan, which makes it puff up like another Italian specialty, focaccia. So, think of this recipe as a pizza bianca-focaccia mash-up. Buon appetito!

ROMAN-STYLE FOCACCIA Serves 8

For the dough: 3 cups (15 ounces) all-purpose flour 1 1/2 teaspoons instant or rapid-rise yeast 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar 1 2/3 cups ( 13 1/2 ounces) room-temperature water 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil To finish and bake: Vegetable oil spray 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary leaves 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1. For the dough: In the bowl of a stand mixer, whisk together flour, yeast and sugar. Fit the stand mixer with a paddle attachment.

2. Add water to mixer bowl, start mixer on low speed, and mix

until no dry flour is visible, 3 to 4 minutes, scraping down bowl occasionally. Stop mixer and let dough sit for 10 minutes.

3. Add 1 1/2 teaspoons salt to mixer bowl. Start mixer on low speed and mix until combined, about 30 seconds. Increase speed to medium-high and knead dough for 8 minutes. (Dough will look shiny, smooth, and ver y wet, almost like cake batter.)

4. Pour 2 tablespoons oil into a large bowl and evenly coat sides of bowl with oil. Transfer dough to the bowl with the oil and flip dough to evenly coat with oil.

Cover bowl with plastic wrap. Let dough rise until bubbly and nearly tripled in size, 2 to 2 1/2 hours.

5. To finish and bake: While dough rises, adjust oven rack to middle position and heat oven to 450 degrees. Spray the inside bottom and sides of a 13-by-9inch metal baking pan with vegetable oil spray. Pour remaining 2 tablespoons oil into the baking pan and use a pastry brush to evenly coat pan with oil.

6. When dough is ready, transfer dough to a greased baking pan.

Use your fingertips to gently pat and stretch dough out to the corners of the baking pan. (If dough snaps back when you press it to the corners of baking pan, cover it with plastic wrap, let it rest for 10 minutes, and try again.)

7. Let dough sit for 10 minutes.

Use a fork to lightly poke the surface of the dough all over about 20 times. Sprinkle rosemary and remaining 1 teaspoon salt evenly over dough.

8. Place baking pan in oven and bake until focaccia is golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes.

9. Transfer baking pan to cooling rack and let focaccia cool in pan for 15 minutes. Cut into pieces and serve.

(For 25 years, confident cooks in the know have relied on America’s Test Kitchen for rigorously tested recipes developed by professional test cooks and vetted by 60,000 at-home recipe testers. See more online at www.americastestkitchen. com/TCA.) (c) 2022 AMERICA’S TEST KITCHEN. DISTRIBUTED BY TRIBUNE CONTENT AGENCY, LLC.

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