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–Photo courtesy Dr. John Wnek The diamond terrapin is now the official reptile of Stafford Township.

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–Photo by Stephanie Faughnan Tuckerton Borough Volunteer Fire Company No.1 has been suspended from service indefinitely.

By Stephanie Faughnan TUCKERTON – Local residents shouldn’t expect the Tuckerton Borough Volunteer Fire Company No. 1 to show up as first responders on emergency scenes – at least for now.

Borough officials indefinitely suspended the volunteer fire company as its designated first responder earlier this month. Authorities cited concerns about the health, safety, and welfare of residents, as well as active members of the

fire company itself.

Fire equipment owned by the Borough has also been removed from the local fire station.

The Ocean County Fire Coordinator has stepped in to ensure that township residents do not experience a lapse in fire protection services.

West Tuckerton and Parkertown Fire Departments are assigned as primary first responders for fire calls in the community that serves as (Tuckerton - See Page 4)

Established Leaders Win Primary Election

2022

By Chris Lundy JERSEY SHORE –As both political sides get more and more extreme every year, the trend was bucked in the primary election where established incumbents bested their challengers.

The primary race decides who is going to be on the ballot in November from the two main political

parties. This year, JerseyShoreOnline focused on some of the more heated races that impacted Ocean and Monmouth counties.

The results in this article are based on preliminary counts. It takes weeks to certify elections.

However, in each case, the margin of victory is so large that there is no way to mistake the winner.

Split Republican Party Ocean County’s Republicans have been divided lately, which is dangerous for the party since this

is the strongest GOP headquarters in the state. Former leader George Gilmore had been convicted of tax fraud but was pardoned on President Donald Trump’s last day in office. By all accounts, he still holds sway in the party, if not in an official capacity.

Frank Holman currently runs the county Republicans, but it is general knowledge that this will change.

The county committee is made up of scores of people from each (Win - See Page 21)

By Stephanie Faughnan STAFFORD – New Jersey is one of just 28 states nationwide that claims ownership to an official reptile. Notably, it’s not the same local authorities decided should represent their community.

At a recent Stafford Township Council meeting, Mayor Greg Myhre and council members voted unanimously to name diamondback terrapins as the township’s official reptile.

The State of New Jersey designated the bog turtle as its official reptile in 2018. Perhaps government authorities wanted to ensure they picked a distinct selection. The diamondback terrapin became Maryland’s official reptile in 1994.

To the average eye, turtles, tortoises, and terrapin, might all appear the same. When in doubt, it’s perfectly acceptable to refer to any of egg-laying reptiles as turtles.

Dr. John Wnek heads up the Project Terrapin team, which supports habitat enhancement (Reptile - See Page 5)

Clean Communities Grants Given Locally

By Chris Lundy JERSEY SHORE – Several local towns have received Clean Communities Grants from the state that will be used to clear litter, making areas safer and nicer places to live.

The funding comes through the State Department of Environmental Protection. A total of $21.4 million is being distributed statewide, an increase of

$700,000 over last year, Commissioner Shawn M. LaTourette said. The money is generated by a user fee on manufacturers, wholesalers, and distributers that produce litter-generating products.

The nonprofit New Jersey Clean Communities Council oversees the reporting requirements for the program.

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Continued From Page 1 home to approximately 3,500 residents.

“The mayor and council will not allow for residents of the Borough to feel unsafe,” said Mayor Susan Marshall. “We will take action when it is not.”

Attachments to the resolution suspending the fire company document the reasons for the measure. At the end of last year, the New Jersey Department of Health conducted PEOSH (Public Employees Occupational Safety and Health) inspections in response to complaints the department was not in compliance with fit testing.

Fit testing is a mandatory requirement that stipulates firefighters must be evaluated at least once a year to ensure their use of respirators meets compliance standards. The Tuckerton Fire Company submitted Fit Test records for three years, with the last dated May 7, 2020.

According to the PEOSH report, the fire company has not produced updated fit testing records since 2020. The report points out that the fire company was previously cited for related violations and ultimately abated them.

“The Fire Chief stated they had difficulty getting the fit testing scheduled due to COVID-19 hardships of the private company used to conduct the fit testing,” wrote Thomas Wilson, Assistant Chief, Office of Public Employees Occupational Safety and Health.

“However, the Chief was unable to provide any documentation of those requests.”

Wilson said Tuckerton Fire Chief Dale

Eggers admitted he did not follow up with additional providers for fit testing for the time period the department was out of compliance.

After the initiation of the PEOSH inspection, members of the Tuckerton Fire Department were fit tested on December 14 and December 28, 2021. This was done to abate the citation given for failure to comply with the standard.

On May 18, 2022, the Tuckerton Fire Department’s Facebook page advised followers that the state notified them that they faced a $24,5000 fine as a “Repeat Penalty” for firefighters not being annually fit tested.

“We were in contact with a representative at Labor that same day, and they recommended we file an appeal due to the circumstances - which will be done through the Borough Administration,” wrote fire officials. “We have supplied them with a timeline showing our attempt to schedule the fit testing last year to indicate we made a good faith effort to obtain the required testing.”

The Facebook post assured readers that no one was in danger at any time. It suggests that fit testing is not the ultimate safety evaluation and the fact that the department’s Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus is maintained and flow tested acts as a protective measure.

In addition to the fit testing issue, the Department of Community Affairs (DCA) raised other concerns memorialized in communication sent to Tuckerton Borough Administrator Jenny Gleghorn.

“In answer to the question posed as to whether the residents of Tuckerton are adequately protected by their current Volunteer Fire Company operations,” wrote Donald

Nelson, on behalf of the DCA. “The answer is a resounding NO.” Nelson said that of the twelve active firefighters, including the Chief, each had at least one certification issue. New Jersey requires firefighters to achieve certifications in particular areas in order to hold the title.

According to the DCA report, five of the 12 Tuckerton Fire Department members do not have valid Firefighter I certifications.

This certification covers basic fire service qualifications.

Other deficiencies noted within the department included the failure of nine of the 12 members to possess Incident Command Systems training certificates. One of the Fire Company line officers was not certified to take on the duties required for acting Incident Commander.

“Chief Eggert was advised verbally of each of these deficiencies,” wrote Nelson. “Chief Eggert had over two calendar months to cure the deficiencies of the firefighters under his charge. For whatever the reason, he squandered the opportunity to make necessary corrections in a timely fashion and better position your fi re department for a road toward recovery.”

The DCA report further states that if the Insurance Service Organization (ISO) were to test the Tuckerton Volunteer Fire Company concerning their ability to provide fire protection, they would fail miserably. Staffing is another issue when it comes to response time, as are problems with establishing and maintaining adequate flow of water.

“No matter the measure, the current and immediate past leadership of the Tuckerton

Volunteer Fire Company is an abysmal failure,” Nelson wrote. “They have demonstrated noncompliance to basic fire safety regulations through Public Employee Occupational Safety and Health regulations, the Uniform Fire Code, the Uniform Construction Code, and in this matter – fire training regulations and operational aspects regulated under the Uniform Fire Safety and Emergency Deployment Acts.”

As the country experiences a decline in volunteerism as a whole, Nelson said one of problems Tuckerton’s fire company has encountered appears to be a problem with those at the helm. A number of firefighters have declined to work for Tuckerton as long as Lee Eggert, Sr. and his sons Lee Jr. and Dale run the department.

Ann Marie Sweeney moved from Lambertville to Tuckerton four years ago. For the last eight months, she has implored the governing body to intervene in issues related to the fire department.

Sweeney said she learned of the problems within the fire company from a few retired and released firefighters who have been sounding the alarm regarding mismanagement of the department for at least the last two years. She said that literally every aspect of the fire department is deficient and is terribly scary.

“It seems these people are just going to be left there (the Eggerts),” said Sweeney at a May Borough Council meeting. “None of these people (other firefighters) will come back because of the bullying they received from the Eggerts…You have good people (Tuckerton - See Page 5)

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Reptile:

Continued From Page 1 throughout the Barnegat Bay watershed.

He also teaches at MATES High School and oversees a team of student researchers who focus on diamondback terrapin projects.

Four MATES students accompanied Wnek to the late May Township Committee to learn the exciting news that their favorite reptile now had an official designation.

“The recognition is actually important to the area we live in,” said Myhre. “We are right in a tidal marsh eco-system – on the edge of that in Manahawkin Bay.” Myhre commended Wnek on the amount of time he has dedicated to terrapins, calling them a keystone species to the environment.

A proclamation presented to Wnek also recognized the local educator for his work with students and the environment.

“Dr. Wnek has devoted his life to environmental and conservation education by earning a bachelor’s degree in Biology and

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Continued From Page 4 waiting in the wings who are willing to fight these fires, and they’re not coming because they are bullied beyond recognition by these people.”

Although Chief Dale Eggert was unavailable for comment, his father Lee Eggert, Sr. agreed to speak on his personal behalf.

Lee, Sr. is both a former Tuckerton Borough mayor and fire chief. He denied that he or his

The Southern Ocean Times, June 18, 2022, Page 5 a PH. D in Environmental Sciences,” read Myhre. “Dr. Wnek serves on the boards of various environmental committees, including the Barnegat Bay National Estuary Program Citizen Advisory Committee from its inception in 1995.

“Dr Wnek was also a valued member of the Ocean County Natural Lands Committee,” Myhre continued. “Since 2002, Dr. Wnek has worked with local terrapin conservation organizations and currently heads Project Terrapin at MATES…” Wnek said the first diamondback terrapin was marked approximately 20 years ago in Barnegat Bay. Since then, 6,500-7,000 of the animals have been identified in the local area.

“1,500 alone came from Cedar Run Dock Road,” said Wnek.

A separate proclamation presented to the MATES students, recognized them as problem solvers with a demanding curriculum.

The school is considered one of the top 25 high schools in the entire nation.

As part of their work with Project Terrapin, students help educate others on the species and study the reptiles to learn more about them.

The project also included a partnership with Stafford Township, with signs erected that remind motorists to hit the brakes for turtles.

Wnek and the students presented information regarding the terrapins with live exhibits. The reason the reptile was a natural selection to represent the community was because of its prevalence in the salt marshes within Stafford Township.

Terrapins generally nest around this time, with many doing so on Cedar Run and Mill Creek. Additional representative species are found in the refuge area by Cedar Bonnet Island.

As he held up a terrapin for display, Wnek described the specimen as a yearling that was hatched last fall. They will be released back to the wild.

“We return the hatchlings back to where

they were found,” shared Wnek. “We don’t take them back during the season – but, during the fall.”

Generally speaking, adult females dominate the diamondback terrapin found on roadways.

The focus on awareness seems to be working as far as signs put up by the township.

Road mortality represents just one threat to terrapins. They can also wind up in crab pots or be subjected to poaching into the illegal pet trade. Conservation officers have attempted to reduce the number of terrapins taken by others for negative purposes.

“The turtle is important because it’s an indicator of the health of the salt marshes,” Wnek stressed. “Finding them means they are part of a good healthy habitat.”

Among other things, MATES students have become involved in creating covers to protect nesting areas of the terrapins.

Crows and raccoons could otherwise act as predators before the terrapin eggs are hatched. The nesting time is approximately two months in length.

sons have harassed or bullied anyone.

It’s not the first time the Eggerts have come under fi re for their volunteer emergency services work. Lee, Sr. joined the Tuckerton Fire Department in 1973. In a 1996 court opinion entitled Eggert v. Tuckerton Volunteer Fire Co. No. 1, 938 F. Supp. 1230 (D.N.J. 1996), Lee claimed that he was banned from responding to fires after he wrote a letter to the editor criticizing the department.

Lee said the department has had other issues such as the time there was a chief and

president using the fire company’s credit card for personal use. He also pointed out that some people might not have appreciated his insistence on background checks when Lee discovered that at least one of the members was a convicted felon.

In 2018, the Borough paid out a $65,000 settlement to a female volunteer firefighter.

Lee says the woman was upset when his son ended his romantic relationship with the volunteer.

“The town is in jeopardy by putting us out

of service,” said Lee. “Someone is around here all day long and we can always get at least a few people to the call.

“Even though we may have small crews at times, our response time getting a truck out the door is almost always quicker than our neighboring department,” he said. “Couple that with the longer distance to travel by out of town companies, plus less manpower because we’re not there, our familiarity with our town and the water supply issues, it will be a big problem sooner or later.”

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY Letters To The Editor

E DITORIAL Trial Of The Century I saw the headline on a supermarket tabloid proclaiming that the Johnny Depp/ Amber Heard case was the “Trial of the Century.”

Honestly, I didn’t even know they were married until this whole thing started.

I don’t entirely know what the trial is about. And I don’t particularly care.

It made me think how can this be the “Trial of the Century” when there’s literally a trial going on about the Jan. 6 insurrection? Surely, the results of that trial will be a bigger deal. It could change the path of politics. It could change the way the media covers elections. It could change who is even still in office – or who could be able to run – at the end of this.

Or not. Honestly, the way things are going, nothing might happen. The 24-hour news cycle will be on to the next big thing and no one will care. We’re exhausted by the constant bad news and no one will want to hear about it after a while. Even if people are convicted they won’t get more than a slap on the wrist because they’re rich and powerful.

I’m not watching that trial either. I get bits and pieces of it through social media. I think some people are learning a lot about what powerful people did behind closed doors leading up to that day.

To some of them, it’s actually news. To the rest of the pop-

ulation, it’s not surprising.

Whether you think Trump and company were guilty or innocent – that’s not likely to change by watching the trial.

It’s not like there’s anyone in America who doesn’t already have an opinion on the insurrection. This trial will just make your convictions even deeper.

However, some people might care more about who plays Grindelwald in the next Harry Potter movie or Mera in the next Aquaman movie. Those minor things might actually impact their lives. At least they think so.

I’ve said it before: pop culture is our only culture.

That’s the only thing we have to talk about sometimes. That’s how we find our friends. That’s what we talk about at the water cooler.

That’s a (usually) safe topic when you don’t agree with someone’s politics.

Then again, maybe I’m giving too much thought to a tabloid. It certainly doesn’t deserve that much brain power. If they want to call Depp and Heard the “Trial of the Century” then fine.

I guess we’re on to the next “Trial of the Century,” which was what they called the Sacco and Venzetti murder trial, which I include here just in case any of my former history teachers are reading.

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Oil, Greed, And Sacred Cows We actually export more oil than we import. In addition, we only imported a mere 2% from Russia. Thus the loss of Russian oil would not really have much legitimate impact on fuel prices. However, the profits of Exxon, BP and the other giant fuel producers are currently off the charts. These giant fuel producers know that almost everything in the U.S. is shipped via diesel burning trucks and cargo ships; so they disproportionately engineered the price increase of diesel.

The consequent increased cost of shipping has engendered runaway price increases on almost everything else and is destroying our national economy.

Fossil fuels, big insurance, big banks and pharmaceuticals now have the biggest influence on our government.

We have no serious campaign finance regulations.

The Supreme Court ruled that corporations are actually “persons” and their huge political campaign contributions (de facto bribes) are actually a manifestation of these “persons’” freedom of speech, putting the final nail in the coffin of democracy.

Back in the days of Teddy Roosevelt, the railroads wielded the most political power, and most of the goods in this country were shipped by rail.

Railroad workers were severely underpaid and went on strike. The powerful railroads refused to negotiate with the workers, and the country was feeling the impact. Roosevelt threatened the railroad oligarchs that if they did not negotiate in good faith and come to a fair settlement, he would nationalize the railroads. Of course, the railroads quickly settled with the workers.

In the 1970s, a manufactured oil shortage triggered the exponential increase in fuel prices causing runaway inflation endangering our economy. A humongous fleet of oil tankers were anchored off New York east of the Narrows (waiting for the exponential increase in fuel prices to land). Fortunate-

ly, the government recognized the ruse; and President Carter hit the giant fuel producers with a multi-billion-dollar windfall profit tax. Big fuel recognized the jig was up and prices stopped rising.

There are currently bills proposed in both houses of Congress to initiate a windfall profit tax. Unfortunately, these bills are opposed by all Republicans and some Democrats. This is serious.

Unbridled greed is destroying our economy and threatening our national security. For too long the oligarchs have used capitalism as an unchallengeable sacred cow to justify their greed and treasonous behavior.

Teddy and Jimmy had the rare courage to challenge that sacred cow. Will anyone have the guts to step up to the plate on behalf of the American public? The time has long past to make exceptions to the sacred cow with a little pragmatism, courage and common sense. However, the media has long reinforced an unquestionable faith in the sacred cow; and too many have enbibed the Kool Aid. Nevertheless, as a hopeless optimist; I have no choice but to hope for another Teddy or Jimmy.

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The World Is In His Hands I was recently accused of being too apathetic regarding world events. It’s not apathy; it’s trust and belief in Jesus, my Lord and Savior. I’ve been told we need to fight the government. Why? Jesus didn’t.

When He was on trial, He did not fight back or defend Himself. Why? Because He knew that in the end, He would win.

To me, it doesn’t matter what the Democrats and Republicans say about each other, or what world governments are doing. Why? I know that Jesus will trump it. I have total trust in Jesus; He’s got this. Whatever we could do, He can do a thousand times better! Instead of driving

myself crazy over what the world is doing, I’m trusting in what Jesus is doing. In the words of Reba McEntire, we need to “Give this world back to God.” We all need to take a step back and just breathe. In the end, when Jesus returns, it’s not going to matter what gas prices were, or what the President is guilty of. We’re not even going to remember!

We’ll just bathe in the glory of our Lord! Jesus is in total control, and that’s all I really need to know. Do I sometimes wish He’d tell me what His ultimate plan is? Of course I do!

However, it doesn’t work that way. So, while many others are getting bogged down in their outrage and plotting how to get even with whomever or whatever, I’m trusting in Him. No matter what may happen, I know that with Jesus by my side, I can’t lose.

Everyone, please just relax and look up. Jesus is coming, and when He does, our world will be changed forever. For the better.

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Yes, We Do Need A Mental Health Checkup Assistant News Editor Bob Vosseller’s 6/4/22 Editorial is what needs to be said in every paper in America. `Maybe We All Need a Mental Health Checkup` could not be more on target.

Today, in a frazzled, frenzied & fear-mongered society, we all know someone who needs some treatment or care for their mental health. And, if we are truly open to trying to deal with our collective mental/emotional and overall wellbeing ... some of us will be fortunate enough to recognize that the person staring back at us in our mirror ... is ... one ... of ... those... people!

Vosseller’s very real-life experiences tell us something that many of us already know and, most of us have - very unfortunately - witnessed, also. Bob is simply describing everyday life. Yet, everyday life in a Buffalo, N.Y. grocery/

supermarket; or in a San Antonio, TX - area elementary school; or in a Tulsa, OK medical center is where people’s mental wellbeing/ their stressed-out persona and, their (increasing at an alarming rate) propensity to go on a killing spree is amassing against a civilized society just way too gosh-darn-fast.

Just turned 70; a life - to date of repetitive cycles of highs and lows; sometimes in bad health/ sometimes pretty good if I do say so, about myself. But, as I look ahead at the road before me ... much, much shorter than roads-already-travelled.

I applaud Bob Vosseller and Micromedia Publications for saying what every newspaper in America needs to be saying.

Arthur J. Grisi Berkeley

Pass The Protecting Our Democracy Act According to recent polling, 84% of voters - Republicans and Democrats alike - agree that no president, regardless of party, should be able to obstruct and undermine the will of the American people or exploit weaknesses in our political system for their personal gain. In our polarized politics, that bipartisan support is a huge deal.

So what can we do to protect our democracy from presidential corruption? Pass bold legislation like the Protecting Our Democracy Act. If passed, it would prevent future abuse of presidential power and corruption, increase transparency, and ensure presidents of either party can be held accountable.

If the average person used their public office for personal gain, they’d go to jail. So why should the president be allowed to act with impunity?

That’s why I’m urging Congress to pass the Protecting Our Democracy Act. We must prevent future presidents of any party from abusing the power of their office.

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TRENTON – In representing the interests of unemployed constituents, during a hearing of the Assembly Budget Committee Assemblyman Brian Rumpf (R-9th) called for faster processing of the unemployment claims. The Commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development was invited to testify before the committee and respond to legislators’ questions and comments.

“After having their livelihoods taken from them as a direct consequence of misguided COVID lockdown restrictions, many unfortunate individuals faced a worse nightmare applying for unemployment benefits. To the detriment of the state, more thought was given by the Murphy Administration to picking winners and losers, as in which businesses could stay open and which would close during lockdown, then adequately preparing for the resulting wave of unemployment claims.

“The unemployment claim process passed a crisis threshold that was disgraceful and traumatic for so many families. Seeing the quickly unfolding crisis, our office called for more resources to be provided to the

Department of Labor to expedite the processing of claims for persons who were at the financial breaking point.

“Thousands of constituents contacted my joint district office that I share with my 9th District colleagues Senator Christopher Connors and Assemblywoman Dianne Gove begging for help with processing their unemployment claims after receiving no response from the very government that, in many cases, ordered their business closed or operations restricted. As the state of emergency continued, our office made every effort to assist constituents but soon became overwhelmed by desperate pleas from unemployed constituents who were just trying to pay their bills and put food on the table.

“During the Assembly Budget hearing, committee members from both parties expressed extreme frustration with the number of unresolved unemployment claims, citing the bureaucratic nightmares that their respective constituents were forced to endure. A clear and direct message was conveyed to the Department of Labor and the Murphy Administration that the flaws in the unemployment claim process must be resolved quickly so that impacted individuals, many of whom have been paying into the unemployment fund for decades, receive the benefits that are entitled to in a timely fashion.”

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Fugitive Admits To Shooting A Man

By Alyssa Riccardi TUCKERTON – A fugitive, who was on the run for 24 days, has pled guilty to Aggravated Assault after shooting a man, police said.

Donald Rutter, 53, of Tuckerton, was arrested on January 28, 2021 when police located him in Atlantic City after fleeing an attempted murder scene.

A joint investigation revealed that Rutter had shot Thomas Jarvis, 55, of Little Egg Harbor, on January 5. When police arrived to Jarvis Marine on Radio Road after a 911 call, they found Jarvis with a gunshot wound to his midsection. He was quickly transported to AtlantiCare Regional Medical for treatment and was eventually released from the hospital.

On June 14, Rutter pled guilty to Aggravated Assault as well as Stalking. He faces a term of seven years in New Jersey State Prison for the Aggravated Assault charge and 18 months for the Stalking charge. The State will also be seeking a

Stalking Restraining Order at the time of sentencing.

Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer acknowledges the diligent efforts of Senior Assistant Prosecutor Meghan O’Neill and Assistant Prosecutor Kaitlyn Burke who are handling the case on behalf of the State, as well as the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit, Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office High Tech Crime Unit, Little Egg Harbor Township Police Department, Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Regional SWAT Team, New Jersey State Police, New Jersey State Park Police, United States Marshals Service, Ocean County Sheriff’s Office, Ocean County Sheriff’s Office Crime Scene Investigation Unit, and Tuckerton Police Depar tment, for their combined and collaborative efforts in connection with this investigation resulting in Rutter’s apprehension, guilty pleas and soon his state prison sentence

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Enhance Your Retirement Lifestyle!

Local Pets Available For Adoption

If you are 62 years of age or older and have sufficient home equity, you may be able to: • Pay off your existing mortgage2 • Pay off bills, loans or other debts • Access cash for unplanned expenses • Live in your home and maintain ownership2 • Increase monthly cash flow • Fund necessary home repairs

We are an independent lender based in Toms River, NJ and are not acting on behalf of the U.S. Department of HUD, FHA or the United States Government. [1] Federal Housing Administration (FHA) mortgage insurance premiums (MIP) will accrue on your loan balance. You will be charged an initial MIP at closing. The initial MIP will be 2% of the home value not to exceed $12,723. Over the life of the loan, you will be charged an annual MIP that equals .5% of the outstanding mortgage balance. [2] Your current mortgage, if any, must be paid off using the proceeds from your HECM loan. You must still live in the home as your primary residence, continue to pay required property taxes, homeowners insurance, and maintain the home according to FHA requirements. Failure to meet these requirements can trigger a loan default that they may result in foreclosure.

A Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM), commonly known as a reverse mortgage, is a Federal Housing Administration (FHA)1 insured loan which enables you to access a portion of your home’s equity without having to make monthly mortgage payments.2 We are your local Reverse Mortgage Specialists and are happy to discuss the benefits and availability of a reverse mortgage with you, at convenience. Call the name you can trust for a FREE in-person consultation!

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Jojo rabbit has quite a personality.

By Chris Lundy LACEY – The Associated Humane Society shelter at the Popcorn Park Zoo has pets available for adoption.

They have plenty of dogs and cats, and they also have a 9 month old bunny named Jojo, who is described as “ridiculously outgoing and curious.” She was turned in

by her owner due to someone in her home being allergic to her.

She doesn’t seem to be used to getting held, but she does enjoy attention. She will use a litter box if it’s available.

Call 609-693-1900, visit ahscares.org/ forked-river-adoptables/ or email: office@ ahsppz.org for an adoption application.

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By Bob Vosseller LACEY – Master illusionist Elliot Zimet will appear on August 17 in Gille Park.

Zimet has been featured on MTV, VH1 and Fox as well as on shows such as America’s Got Talent and Pen & Teller Fool Us. The township recreation department said that the performer will present worldclass illusions, exotic birds, and mentalism all blended together with today’s

hottest music along with Elliot’s edgy but approachable personality resulting in a show that shouldn’t be missed.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. with the show itself starting an hour later at Gille Park, located on Manchester Avenue in the Forked River section of the township.

Those seeking additional information or who have questions, contact the Lacey Recreation Department at 609-693-1100 Ext 2203.

Barnegat Friends Meeting & Cemetery Stone Cleaning Day

BAR NEGAT – Visit the Bar negat Quakers (Religious Society of Friends) in person at their historic meeting house June 18 from 12 to 3 p.m. RSVP to: events@ barnegatquakers.org.

How do you clean cemetery stones? First, check their condition to ensure they are not fragile. Wet them liberally with water at ambient temperature, then spray with “D/2 Biological Solution.” It’s a cleaning solution that is fast acting and keeps white stones looking white for up to a year. After 15-20 minutes of soaking time, carefully scrub

with soft brushes, then rinse. In some cases, Orvus W.A. Paste will be used. It is a mild cleaning agent used by Smithsonian conservators, according to the manufacturer.

The Meeting will provide detailed instructions and all supplies needed for the cleaning project. And, if we wish to enter, we are eligible to win prizes in a cleaning contest.

If you can’t visit the Barnegat Quakers in person on June 18, consider participating in the nationwide cemetery tour and cleaning project sponsored by Atlas Preservation.

Bingo At The Beach

LACEY – Join on June 23, July 28, August 25 and September 22 for Bingo on the Beach at Lake Barnegat Beach! Registration beings at 6 p.m. and games begin at 6:30 p.m.

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Southern Alumni Visits English Classes

–Photo courtesy Southern Regional MANAHAWKIN – Amulya Veldanda Vadali (Class of 2014) visited the English classes of Jean Piscopo to talk to the seniors about college, publishing and her new children’s book, “Cosmo Faces the Forest of Fear!”

Amulya received her B.S./M.S. in Biomedical Engineering from The College of New Jersey and is currently a R&D Scientist in a biotech company. Although her academic background and career are in the sciences, she has always had a passion for reading and writing.

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LACEY – Celebrate the joy of reading with your little one. Join at Lake Barnegat Beach for a fun Mommy and Me story time and craft.

Instructor: Laura McDonald. Location:

Lake Barnegat Beach. Dates: July 5, August 2. Time: 9 to 10 a.m. Ages 3 to 6. Fee is $3.

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Fall Craft Fair Save The Date

STAFFORD – The Stafford Township EMS Auxiliary will be hosting a Fall Craft Fair on October 22. More details to follow. Stay tuned!

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–Photos courtesy Southern Regional MANAHWKIN – Pictured are some of the images from the newest installation at Team Family Dental located on Mill Creek Road in Manahawk in. For the past three years, the wonderful staff at Team Fami ly Dental has welcomed the art of the talented students from Southern Regional High School’s Painting & Drawing program.

Dr. Burg is a talented illustrator himself, who worked in advertising in New York City prior to beginning his career in dentistry.

Drum Circle Events

MANAHAWKIN – Community drum circle including any percussion instruments will be gathering every other week. All are welcome, no experience or musical ability is required. This is a light, fun, social event. Participants are encouraged to come with instruments; some will be provided.

Bring a blanket or chair. Meets every other

Wednesday at 6 p.m., weather permitting, at the Manahawkin Lake Park, 86 N. Main Street, Manahawkin.

Upcoming dates are: June 22; July 6, 20; and August 3. Organized by The Mental Health Association in New Jersey - Ocean County.

Contact Mike Lefanto at 732-592-9180 or mlefanto@mhanj.org for more information.

Barnegat First Aid Squad Seeking Members

BARNEGAT – “We can only be as good as the people who join our team to make our mission possible,” the Barnegat First Aid Squad stated.

The Barnegat First Aid Squad is currently seeking new members. EMTs are needed and drivers willing to become EMTs. Contact the Barnegat First Aid Squad for further information so they can continue to provide their free volunteer service to the commu-

nity. Uniforms and training are provided and 96 hours minimum every quarter of the year are required which ends up being only eight hours a week by doing such as two, 4-hour shifts, with some performing much more.

They are a service that provides emergency 911 care at people’s most needed times of their lives and they need help continuing to provide the dedication that they all put their hearts into.

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Grants:

Continued From Page 1 Disbursements are based on housing units and miles of municipally owned roadways.

“Municipalities and counties are strongly encouraged to use these grants to organize volunteer cleanups, pay employees to pick up litter, purchase badly needed cleanup equipment and promote education activities and enforcement,” said JoAnn Gemenden, Executive Director of the New Jersey Clean Communities Council.

“We are grateful for funding that helps keep New Jersey litter-free. We are proud to serve as an educational resource for communities, as we drive many of our campaigns to engage the younger generations to help mold positive, long-term anti-litter behaviors.”

Local towns and counties receiving grants include: • Barnegat Light: $5,831 • Barnegat: $54,221 • Bay Head: $5,212 • Beach Haven: $12,589 • Beachwood: $23,090 • Berkeley: $133,439 • Brick: $170,308 • Eagleswood: 5,233 • Farmingdale: $4,000 • Freehold Boro: $20,468 • Freehold Twp: $82,159 • Harvey Cedars: $5,613 • Howell: $123,522 • Island Heights: $4,583 • Jackson: $119,285

• Lacey: $78,400 • Lakehurst: $5,037 • Lakewood: $145,844 • Lavallette: $12,418 • Little Egg Harbor: $57,785 • Long Beach Township: $41,491 • Manchester: $112,263 • Mantoloking: $4,000 • Ocean Gate: $4,204 • Pine Beach: $5,754 • Plumsted: $18,817 • Point Pleasant Beach: $15,431 • Point Pleasant: $42,752 • Seaside Heights: $10,435 • Seaside Park: $10,853 • Ship Bottom: $9,439 • South Toms River: $5,940 • Stafford: $81,400 • Surf City: $11,554 • Toms River: $227,480 • Tuckerton: $9,710 • Waretown: $24,026 • Monmouth County: $133,527 • Ocean County: $216,879 Activities funded by Clean Communities grants include volunteer litter cleanups, litter-related education, and cleanups of stormwater systems that lead into waterways. The money can also be used for adoption and enforcement of local anti-littering ordinances; beach cleanups; public information and education programs; purchases of litter collection equipment such as receptacles, recycling bins, anti-litter signs and graffiti removal supplies; and reusable bags to promote New Jersey’s single-use plastics law, the DEP said.

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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)

Dr. Isidore Kirsh Ph.D., F.A.A.A.

Don’t Cut Corners On Hearing Care

Over-the-counter hearing aids, also known as OTCs, will be available yesterday. But what are you giving up when you choose OTCs? It turns out, quite a bit.

Professional Know-How A hearing health care provider has expertise and experience. They can pinpoint your unique hearing needs and determine the best technology for you. They also know how to go beyond manufacturer recommendations to truly customize your hearing devices to your lifestyle and hearing level. With OTCs, your results are only as good as the built-in adjusting capabilities for that device.

A Sound Ecosystem-Unparalleled Value When you purchase OTCs, you get ... a pair of hearing aids. When you get technology from our practice, you get complimentary follow-up visits. This lets us adjust your technology to ensure it works the best for you in any environment. You also benefit from yearly evaluations that include testing of your inner ears, eardrums, and ear canal. Plus, you can enjoy free clean and checks of your devices.

Ear Health When you self-treat your hearing loss by purchasing OTCs, you skip the critical first step: a physical examination of your ears.

Anything from severe earwax buildup to medication to a tumor can cause hearing

issues. In many situations, simply buying an OTC doesn’t solve the problem. It could even make it worse. Our hearing care professionals are trained to determine your best course of action — which might be a simple ear cleaning.

A hearing professional provides access to state-of- the-art technology with an array of accessories. Enjoy biometric wellness tracking and advanced background- noise reduction. Plus, stream audio wirelessly on phone calls, while watching TV, or during conversations. With some hearing devices, you can even get your hearing aid settings adjusted by your provider via a smartphone app — no appointment needed!

If you think you or a loved one could benefit from a hearing evaluation, contact us today to get the ball rolling!

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If it’s been a while since we last saw you, schedule a hearing check today!

Dr. Izzy & his Staff are here to answer most of your hearing health questions.

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

OCD Drug Fluvoxamine Reduces Cytokines

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. What Everyone Ought To Know About Moisturizers, Serums And Sleep Masks They all go on your face! Men and women use these to keep a youthful appearance. I’ll break it all down because you might be spending money on the wrong skin care item. Likewise, you may read this today and decide you want to try something new for your beauty regimen.

How do you know what to use? Let’s talk about the benefits of each: Benefits of a Serum: • Reduce signs of aging • Reduce hyperpigmentation • May ease minor skin irritation • Collagen boosting most of the time • Improve firmness and elasticity Benefits of a Face Cream: • Relieve dry skin and ease irritation • Stop sensations of itchiness • Hydrate, moisturize and smooth skin to increase resiliency • Help temporarily restore youthful appearance and texture • Plumps smooth and softens dull, dry skin Benefits of a Sleep Mask (used to be called Night Cream): • Sleep masks are similar to a moisturizing face cream (which is an emollient) but the effects are more intense because the ingredients actually penetrate into the skin all night long.

I am formulating a sleep mask right now so I’ve been studying all of this lately.

Benefits of a Sleep Mask: • Forms a film to hydrate and maintain skins essential moisture • Moisturizes and reduces redness and discoloration • Fight free radicals, reduces signs of fatigue and increase skin radiance

• Helps prevent UV and blue light damage • Increases skin’s natural ability to repair and renew A face cream and the sleep mask could be used interchangeably, or on alternate days. A sleep mask is applied at night. A face cream moisturizer is applied in the morning and at night if desired. A serum is applied any time, day or night, usually twice a day if there are stubborn skin concerns.

The way a person takes care of their skin is highly individualized. Here are two suggestions: Beauty Ritual 1 1. Morning - A serum, followed by face cream 2. Evening - Apply a sleep mask Beauty Ritual 2 1. Morning - Face cream only 2. Evening - Serum followed by Sleep Mask Some people just use a serum, and some people use a moisturizer (a.k.a. face cream), and some use both! It depends on your preferences, skin type, age, and many other factors, including where you live and what skin issues are of the utmost concern. Beauty rituals are very personal.

It makes the most sense to a serum before your face cream because the serum is more lightweight. If you have a toner to spray or apply, that item would go on before the serum.

Whether you apply the serum at night or in the morning, or both times is up to you.

A serum going on first however, is very typical in skin care regimens. That’s because its molecular structure is thinner and lighter than that of a moisturizer. Face creams (and as well as the newer “sleep masks” that are out now) are thicker than a serum, and therefore those are applied after the serum.

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

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R.C. Shea & Assoc.

Inside The Law Business Entities For Real Estate Investors

Marc S. Galella Esq.

By: Marc S. Galella, Esq. of R. C. Shea and Associates Real estate investors may seek to invest with other persons. This can be done informally, without any written documentation or formally. If done informally, it may lead to problems later if the parties have disagreements about the investment or if outside factors intervene. It is best to establish the rights and obligation of the parties at the outset so that all of the parties know what is expected of them and what they can expect from the investment.

There are three basic forms of business entities to be considered in real estate investing. They are: • PARTNERSHIPS • CORPORATIONS • LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANIES (L.L.C.s) We will consider the relative advantages and disadvantages of each PARTNERSHIPS. • A partnership is two or more individuals. • A partnership may be informal (no written agreement) called a de facto partnership or it may be by way of a written partnership agreement.

ADVANTAGES 1. Easy to set up.

2. Favorable tax treatment.—Income to the partnership is passed on to the individual partners and taxed as income to them.

DISADVANTAGES 1. No liability protection. Creditors can go after the assets of the partners jointly and severably.

2. Acts of one partner affects other partners.

3. Marketability of interest may be an issue.

CORPORATIONS A corporation is a legal entity created by filing a certificate of incorporation with the State. The individual owners are the shareholders. Their interest is reflected by the number of shares they each own. Generally, there is no other written agreement between the shareholders to

commence the corporation. Corporation is taxed on its own.

ADVANTAGES 1. Liability protection. Creditors can sue the corporation but cannot go after the assets of the individual shareholders.

2. Good marketability of shares.

DISADVANTAGES 1. Harder to set up than a partnership. Documents must be filed with the State.

2. Double tax treatment. Income to the corporation is taxed to the corporation and then taxed to the shareholder when it is distributed.

(Subchapter S corporation may prevent this) 3. There are many filings on an annual basis, which increases annual costs.

4. May need additional documents to establish relationships between shareholders. (Example: Buy-Sell Agreements) LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANIES Created by filing a certificate of formation with State. May be one or more members.

Member’s interest established in the Operating Agreement. Operating Agreement sets forth the relationships between the members. Income is passed through to members like a partnership.

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Creditors cannot go after assets of members.

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CLASSIFIEDS Pets For Sale Cockapoo - Male, Adorable. Great personality, crate trained. Call or text David 321-377-4000.

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For Sale 2003 Suzuki XL7 - Bronze, $2450, 129,000 miles. Starts, Runs well, New tires, Leather Seat, dent, Need Break, Running noise.

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(29) 1999 26ft Aquasport - 250HP, V6, Johnson outboard runs good. $4,000. 609-698-8688.

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For Rent Adult Community - Crestwood Village 5 in Whiting (55+). Larger 2 BD, 1 BA, powder room, porch, washer/ dryer, garage, AC. No pets. No smoking. $1,400/month plus utilities. 732864-1419. Cell 732-604-0323.

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Garage Sale Annual Community Garage Sale At Greenbriar I, Burnt Tavern Road, Brick on Saturday, June 25 (rain date Sunday, June 26) from 9-3.

Over 75 families will be holding sales. Follow the balloons for the streets participating. Call 732840-9496 with questions.

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Moving Sale Moving Sale Jackson - 69 Hickory Hill Road, Jackson, NJ. Saturday, June 25 from 9-3. Sale will run for 7 days.

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Items For Sale Two Window Air Conditioners One only used once. 2nd air conditioner only used two or three times. Each one only $60. 732-503-3263.

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

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Items Wanted $$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ Jewelry and watches, costume jewelry, sterling silver, silverplate, medals, military items, antiques, musical instruments, pottery, fine art, photographs, paintings, statues, old coins, vintage toys and dolls, rugs, old pens and postcards, clocks, furniture, brica-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid. Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius. 732-364-7580. (t/n) CASH, CASH, CASH! - Instant cash paid for junk cars, trucks, vans. Free removal of any metal items. Discount towing. Call Dano 732-239-3949. (t/n ) Cash Paid For Records - 33 1/3, 45's, reel to reel's. Rock, Blues, Soul, R&B, Metal, Reggae. Call Eddie 732829-5908. Best $$ 24/7/365.

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NJ Symphony Performs Free Concert Under The Stars

TOMS RIVER - The New Jersey Symphony returns to Toms River this month for a free outdoor concert at Ocean County College, sponsored by the Ocean County College Foundation.

The performance will take place on Tuesday, June 28 at 8 p.m. and is open to the public.

Admission and parking are free of charge.

Enjoy a beautiful evening under the

stars as the Symphony performs musical favorites the whole family is sure to love.

The program, conducted by José Luis Domínguez, features a tribute to Sondheim, Sousa’s ode to his time in New Jersey in The Atlantic City Pageant, Rossini’s Overture to The Barber of Seville, Florence Price’s Juba Dance, and much more. The concert will also include a performance by violinist

Timothy Shi, winner of the New Jersey Symphony Youth Orchestra’s 2022 Henry Lewis Concerto Competition.

“Part of the mission of the Ocean County College Foundation is to bring programs of cultural and educational value to the greater Ocean County community,” said Kenneth J. Malagiere, Executive Director of the Foundation. “We are so very pleased

to welcome the New Jersey Symphony back to Ocean County College as they celebrate 100 years of music and memories.”

Attendees are encouraged to bring their own chairs or blankets for seating. Ohana Food Truck will be on site with food and beverages available for purchase.

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Continued From Page 1 party whose job it is to field candidates. In the primary election, residents chose which members of their neighborhood would be on that committee. The committee will then determine the next leader. It is said to be between Gilmore and Sheriff Michael Mastronardy, who was unopposed in his primary win.

Ocean County Commissioners Jack Kelly and Virginia Haines won the primary, each getting about 28,000 votes. They are both long-established Republicans with deep roots in the county.

They were challenged by Sergio Fossa and Toms River Board of Education member Ashley Lamb, who both got about 17,000 votes. They ran on the same America First conservative party with congressional candidate Mike Crispi, allying themselves with Trump and Gilmore. High profile political people with criminal backgrounds stumped for them, including Roger Stone (convicted of witness tampering and obstruction) and former National Security Advisor Michael Flynn (pled guilty to lying to the FBI about working with Russia).

Crispi, Fossa and Lamb had been on the coveted Column A, which always provides more votes. People generally vote down a party line, without paying much attention to the names. So, it is unclear how many of their 17,000 votes were for them and how many were just for Column A. 2nd Congressional District After the district was redrawn for 2023, it will contain Barnegat, Barnegat Light, Beach Haven, Berkeley ( par ts), Eagleswood, Harvey Cedars, Lacey (parts), Little Egg Harbor, Long Beach Township, Ocean Township (Waretown), Ship Bottom, Stafford, Surf City, and Tuckerton.

Jeff Van Drew started his career as a Democrat, then switched parties to support Donald Trump against his first impeachment.

His challengers said he wasn’t far enough to the right, but voters disagreed. Van Drew received many more votes than his opposition, John Barker and Sean Pignatelli.

The 2nd District was redrawn to hold even more Ocean County towns. Since Ocean is a Republican stronghold, it should make Van Drew a strong contender to keep his seat.

The morning after the primary, 17,000 votes had been counted in his favor, and 7,000 of those came from Ocean County.

3rd Congressional District Come January 2023, none of Ocean Coun-

The Southern Ocean Times, June 18, 2022, Page 21 ty will be in District 3. Locally, it will just have these towns in Monmouth County: Allentown, Englishtown, Freehold Township (part) and Borough, Holmdel, Manalapan, Marlboro, Millstone, Roosevelt and Upper Freehold.

This used to be ranked as one of the most competitive districts in the country.

After this redistricting, it will be safer for Democrats.

Democrat Andy Kim is the incumbent and easily won the chance to represent the party in November.

Republicans chose Bob Healey to take him on. He was facing Ian Smith, who rose to popularity as a gym owner who defied the governor’s COVID mandates, and then his history of drunk driving – in which he killed a teenager – came to the public. He also bested realtor Nicholas Ferrara.

4th Congressional District This district is helmed by Republican Chris Smith. He currently has Lakewood and Jackson – just the top of Ocean County.

In January, that district will have Bay Head, Beachwood, parts of Berkeley, Brick, Island Heights, Jackson, Lacey (parts), Lakehurst, Lakewood, Lavallette, Manchester, Mantoloking, Ocean Gate, Pine Beach, Plumsted, Point Pleasant, Point Pleasant Beach, Seaside Heights, Seaside Park, South Toms River and Toms River.

In Monmouth, it has Avon-by-the-Sea, Belmar, Brielle, Colts Neck, Eatontown, Farmingdale, Freehold Township (part), Howell, Lake Como, Manasquan, Middletown, Ocean Township (Monmouth County), Sea Girt, Shrewsbury, Spring Lake, Spring Lake Heights, Tinton Falls, and Wall.

This district has been safe for Smith, who has decades in office. By adding more Ocean County towns, it will be even safer for Republicans.

In this county alone, he received about 21,000 votes compared to Mike Crispi’s 14,000 votes. Crispi is a podcaster from Seaside Park who called Smith a RiNO – Republican in Name Only.

Smith’s conservative voting record, and his pro-life stance, and his faith, made him staunchly Republican for his many years in office. As the GOP gets pulled more to the right by vocal challengers like Crispi, Smith was painted as a moderate by comparison.

In retaliation, Smith put more fight into this primary than he would have had to in the past. He made a lot of local appearances, and his advertising talked about going to battle against Nancy Pelosi and Biden’s agenda.

Student Charged With Terroristic Threats

By Chris Lundy STAFFORD – A student on a school bus was charged with making Terroristic Threats, police said.

Southern Regional High School student Deven Marino, 18, of Manahawkin, allegedly made a threat of potential school violence while on a school bus. He was jailed and was not permitted to return to school.

Police did not release any information about the nature of the threat.

Detective Erik Smithman and School Resource Officer Anthony Vincent led the investigation for the Stafford Township Police Department, and were assisted by Southern Regional administration and the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office.

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

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of June 18 - june 24

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): A well-tended garden produces the most food and most beautiful flowers. Provide the proper care and attention to your projects in the week ahead. Your career prospects are likely to improve if you exert additional effort.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Study successful business practices and expand your areas of expertise. A new acquaintance may offer the know-how to help you overcome setbacks. Your social life could be more active as the week progresses.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): The best things in life might be free, but food and shelter require cash. You may be on a mission to be wiser financially in the week ahead. Avoid misunderstandings with loved ones by being more tolerant of their needs.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Your common sense may be tested by a game of truth or dare as the week unfolds. A job description could be confusing, but you may have the insight and willpower to handle vague instructions. Avoid making new investments.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Cherish and nurture your support group. Those who care about you provide the structure you need to embrace inspirational ideas. A coworker or workplace issue may trigger a review of your goals in the week to come.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Someone’s powerful need for understanding could drain your confidence in their abilities. Juggling home and career could present a challenge

unless you are willing to make intelligent changes and adjustments this week.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Have faith that everything will turn out for the best this week. Loved ones may keep their promises but be too distracted to help. Stand on your own two feet and do not rely on someone else to handle your business.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You can recite the rules or just let things flow, but this might not help you earn your keep now. Your attention may be elsewhere when you should be watching your to-do list in the upcoming week.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Do what needs done rather than dreaming your time away.

Pay attention to the little things like a leaky faucet or a loose screw. Small repairs and improvements will help keep things running smoothly this week.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): A loved one or partner can keep you grounded. Be grateful for someone’s intelligent observations and opposition to your wildest plans that prevent you from making mistakes in the week to come.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You might appear set in your ways if the routines that served you well in the past are still effective. Nevertheless, friends may hope you will experiment with more innovative techniques in the week ahead.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Reasonable expectations are likely to be met. If your expectations are too high, however, you may be disappointed. It might be difficult to get up to speed quickly in the week ahead unless you sideline nagging doubts.

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