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Visitors could rent cabins during their stay.

By Chris Lundy BERKELEY – Image 28 acres of tall trees, foot t rails, and untouched nature.

Now imagine 200 homes there.

That was something that no Berkeley resident would have want-

ed, least of which Debra Fleming, the owner of Cedar Creek Campground. In her retirement, she is selling the property to the county to be preserved as open space rather than let it be purchased by a developer.

The campground is a throwback to a simpler way of life. Heading south on Route 9, it’s hard to realize just how expansive it is from the road. Once you enter the property, you see the main office/general store, next to a swim-

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ming pool and other amenities. Roads with 5 mph limits trickle past picnic tables and grills.

One section is reserved for tents. One is for campers. Yet another is for cozy cabins.

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By Chris Lundy BERKELEY – When are being provided here the two mayoral can- in alphabetical order didates were asked to by last name, edited discuss what’s import- only for such things as ant to residents, it’s grammar, punctuation no surprise that taxes and flow. and the development of Route 9 were high John Bacchione has on the list. They also been employed in the discussed other quality residential mortgage industry for the past of life issues.

Current Mayor Car- 27 years. He currently men Amato is running works for Loan Depot. for state senate. This He was a Berkeley year’s race for mayor School Board member is between Republican for 2010 and 2011.

Council President John “I ran for the BerkeBacchione and Demo- ley Township council in November of 2011 crat Kia Phua.

The make-up of the and was elected,” he governing body is all said. “I started as an Republican. Each may- elected official on the oral candidate is also Berkeley Tow nsh ip running with a slate Council January 2012. of three council candi- I was elected two more dates, who will be pro- terms to the Berkeley filed in a future article. Township Council and Each candidate was I have served for the given the same ques- (Mayor - See Page 4)

Officials Complete Council Supports Prosecutor’s Reappointment Necropsy Of Barnegat Bay Minke Whale

By Chris Lundy BERKELEY – The governing body of the town endorsed the current prosecutor, asking for his re-appointment.

Bradley Billhimer was sworn in on October 9, 2018. County prosecutors are a fiveyear appointment, cho-

sen by the governor.

Phil Mur phy picked him f ive years ago and now local officials are asking Murphy to re-appoint him. Billhimer, a Democrat, was endorsed by the all-Republican Board of Commissioners. He was also recently en-

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The campground was started more than 50 years ago by Debra’s first husband, Arthur, and some friends. They bought out the business partners and Arthur died in the 1970s. Over the years, amenities were added, as well as adjacent parcels of land.

This is wrapping up now in the last season for business.

“The reason I stayed on so long was that I love people,” she said. “You got to meet people from every walk of life.”

At the end of August, there was a family who came to stay in order to say goodbye, she said. They brought a new baby so that four generations of this family had stayed at the campground.

“Those are the things that make me feel like I’ve done good,” she said.

When she was thinking about retirement, two other people approached her about buying the business and continuing it as a campground. Once they found out how much work it is year-round, they stepped back.

“It’s running a town and it’s a 200-unit hotel with no roof,” she said.

Mayor:

Continued From Page 1 last 12 years. As part of my council duties, I have been serving as the Berkeley Township Finance Committee Chairman for the last 12 years.”

Additionally, he has been serving on the Berkeley Township Planning Board for the last nine years and the Ocean County Land Trust Fund Committee for the last nine years. He’s been a member of the Knights of Columbus for 14 years.

“The biggest issue the town is facing is the de-annexation of South Seaside Park. SSP is a big percentage of our property tax base and we can’t afford to lose it. We listened to the petitioner’s argument as to why they feel SSP should de-annex from Berkeley for over five years and I argued every step of the way to keep SSP in Berkeley. Unfortunately, the judge who heard the case did not agree with Berkley’s argument to keep SSP. The case is now in the court of appeals awaiting a court date. Berkeley’s legal team feels strongly that the court of appeals will overturn the lower court’s decision and not allow SSP to de-annex,” he said.

“The re-development of the Town Center is an issue to rid Berkeley of the eyesore on Route 9 and bring tax revenue back to Berkeley. With hard work from the mayor’s administration, Town Council and Berkeley’s professionals, the redeveloper purchased the front 40 acres of the 140 acres earmarked for redevelopment. This was a huge achievement since this town center property laid vacant for over 30 years. I intend to continue moving this project forward at a quick pace. I also intend to keep our professionals and administration in constant contact with the re-developer to keep them moving,” he said.

“I intend to keep improving the infrastructure of our community, roads - for example

While the trees are the most prominent feature, there is an infrastructure that must be maintained – electric and septic. Even though some keep it simple with tents, they still need services. Decades ago, camping vehicles were more rudimentary. Now there are more modern campers that are like small houses.

“We’re going to leave a big hole for opportunities to camp in Ocean County,” she lamented. Customers are happy for her retirement, but sad that they are losing someplace they love to go.

“Many developers came here with their checkbooks,” she said. One plan was for 190 units.

“I decided I did not want to destroy my town,” she said. “I grew up here all my life.”

She kept some of the holdings and will still be living locally.

“I’ve loved the people and I love my town.

I think Ocean County is one of the nicest places to live,” she said.

The property sold to the county is Block 1014, Lots 2.01, 3, 4, & 6; Block 781, Lots 15-29 (odd only), Lots 30-48; Block 782, Lots 1, 1.01 - 15, 17-29 (odd only) and 31-34 (encompassing the campground); as well as Block 821 Lot 1 (Cedar Plaza).

- and parks. Recreation is a big part of our community and I intend on making sure our parks and park facilities are kept up to date and recreation booming. I intend to keep Berkely Township’s rating as the 2nd lowest property tax municipality in all of Ocean County intact. My vision is for more commercial development on our Route 9 corridor but not too much to have an adverse traffic impact on Route 9. I will be sure our town stays safe by making sure we have an adequate number of police officers to protect all parts of our community and make sure that our police officers have the latest equipment to be safe while keeping us and our community safe. I will make sure our volunteer fire members are sufficiently equipped to be safe and efficient when saving lives and property.

I will be sure our EMS teams are equipped to do their job safely and effectively,” he said.

“I have been coming to Berkeley Township since 1962 and my parents built a home in Bayville in 1962. My wife and children have made our home in Bayville since 1997,” he said.

Kia Phua has been a train operator for NYC Transit for the past 20 years.

“I am an elected democratic committee member for District 35 in Berkeley Township. Similar to public office, I was a former TWU Vice President, where we advocated for the 42,000+ members in our union for better wages, benefits, and a safe workplace environment,” he said.

“I am a proud union member and was recently endorsed for Mayor of Berkeley Township by the New Jersey AFL-CIO. In Berkeley Township, I am a board member and coach for the Berkeley Girls Softball League. I coached two teams in the spring as well as currently coaching an 8U yearround travel team. Recently, I restarted Cub Scout Pack 27 and head the organization (Mayor- See Page 5)

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Continued From Page 4 as Cubmaster here in Berkeley Township after it disbanded several years ago. In a township as large as Berkeley, our community deserves to have a youth organization like Cub Scouts available to participate in.

Also, in town, I am a member of the Clara B. Worth and Berkeley Township Elementary School Parent-Teacher Associations. On a larger scale, I am a member of the National Organization of Women, NAACP, and the Sierra Club. I also served as a Eucharistic Minister for St. Francis Episcopal Church,” he said.

“The biggest issue our town is facing is the lack of transparency and action from our elected officials. The current administration claims to have the 2nd lowest taxes in Ocean County, which is a play on the numbers. In actuality, Berkeley Township’s 2022 municipal tax rate of 70.5 cents per $100 of assessed valuation is 21st out of 33 municipalities in Ocean County and higher than our neighbors in Lacey,

Prosecutor:

Continued From Page 1 They noted that Billhimer established Ocean County Cares, an Escape the Vape task force, and has hosted a series of Youth Bias Roundtables. In schools, he and his staff have been focusing on internet safety, social media, and bullying. His anti-bias language such as “Stand Up To Hate” and “Hate Has No Home In Ocean County” is

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Since the Amato team took office in 2012, taxes have increased by 25.59% with no major services for that increase. This manipulation of the data and lack of real clarity with the taxpayers will not be accepted on my watch.

The other major concern is the development of the Beachwood Shopping Center and the traffic in town, especially on Route 9. For the past 12 years, Mayor Amato and his team campaigned on this problem every election cycle and the Center is still an eyesore to this day and traffic is worse than ever. Like clockwork, the mayor and council are coming up with a ‘plan’ for the center which, as history has proven to us, will fade away as soon as the election is over. 12 years is long enough and it’s a shame it’s not resolved yet.

My plan to fix the traffic in town is to apply for grants from all aspects of government, from the federal, state, and county. We need to get our fair share of money from other areas of government to help support our needs.

The residents of Berkeley are paying more

than our fair share in property taxes and as a government, we need to look elsewhere to raise funds. With these funds, we can develop a plan to finally alleviate the traffic along Route 9,” he said.

“As our next mayor, to address the problem with transparency and action, I will provide full transparency and clarity of township activities on the township’s website. The public has a right to review and inspect these items as they see fit,” he said. “Building off the theme of community input, to advance meaningful development for the Beachwood Shopping Center, I will survey the residents to see what they envision the area would become. After that, we will find the right developers to put the plan in place and hold them accountable to ensure the plan is moving along.”

“To breathe new life into our community, I would love to partner with our local school districts to build a community center in Berkeley Township. The YMCA-style community center would include a pool,

ice rink, basketball court, fitness center, and turf area for all our residents and community teams to utilize. As mentioned above, we could raise funds from other areas of government with no increase in taxes for the residents of Berkeley Township to build the community center. We currently have ice hockey and swim teams in Central Regional and it is a shame that our children have to travel to use out-oftown facilities. Our local baseball, softball, and soccer teams would love to have a facility to practice in during the winter months and this would also give our families a place to go to for recreation and to build relationships with other members of the community. I would also like to start our own youth basketball league. It’s a shame that our children are forced to wear the Lacey Lions’ name and logo on their uniforms because Berkeley Township does not have our own program available. We deserve better and it’s time for a change in leadership,” he said.

seen throughout the area.

Further he was the first prosecutor in the state to mandate implicit bias training for all law enforcement officers in the county, officials said. Additionally, he has worked on battling the opioid epidemic that is facing the country.

Billhimer graduated from the Toms River school system. He worked as an intern for former United States Senator Frank R. Lautenberg (D-NJ). After earning his JD from Widener University, Billhimer

served as a law clerk to the Honorable Barbara Ann Villano, J.S.C., in Ocean County. He then went on to work in the private sector, ultimately establishing his own criminal defense law practice. In addition to his law career, he has served as an adjunct professor.

New Jersey’s State Constitution intentionally designates a five-year term for county prosecutors, who are selected by the governor and approved by the state senate. This deliberate provision ensures

that their tenure is not synchronized with the term of the governor who appointed them.

By setting a fixed term, the Constitution aims to provide continuity and independence to county prosecutors, allowing them to carry out their duties without undue influence from political changes or shifts in gubernatorial administrations.

Only a handful of Ocean County prosecutors have remained in the position for more than five years.

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY E ditorial This Newspaper Will Stop Running Menendez Press Releases On the Government Page every week, we publish press releases and columns from your elected officials but there’s one name you’re not going to see for a while.

Senator Robert Menendez has been indicted (again) for bribery and other crimes. While we remain editorially neutral, and everyone deserves their day in court, we feel it would be inappropriate to give him space in our newspapers.

If the Senator’s charges a re d ropped (agai n), then by all means, we’ll go back to running his statements. However, his staffers are going to start fleeing the sinking ship and he’s not going to have anyone to write these

press releases soon.

Politicians are constantly accused of crimes. What makes this one different?

To be frank, I’ve seen Scooby Doo villains cover their tracks better. I mean, having half a million in cash stashed in envelopes throughout his house is cartoon-level. I’m embarrassed that he represents our state – not because he’s a criminal but because he’s not good at being a criminal. As a Jersey resident, I expect a higher quality of crime.

Everyone assumes that politicians are crooks so most of us just shrug when we hear something like this.

But when a crime is this blatant, it’s hard to overlook.

It’s going to color everything he does from now on. Every statement he makes will

be seen through the lens of “How is he making money off this?” So, how could we possibly continue to run his releases?

What will be on the Government Page now? How do I – the news editor – choose what press releases get printed?

Glad you asked. I have the press release pages bookmarked for all our elected officials. Once a week, I sift through them to see which ones actually apply to our small section of New Jersey.

Honestly, it’s slim pickings some weeks. I’m not going to call anyone out here, but some politicians only seem to help other areas of the state and some politicians only talk about themselves. Some rarely publish anything.

For personal reasons, I

stay away from whiners.

So many statements from our elected officials are just them complaining about something the other side did without offering solutions.

They never seem to write a bill or solve a problem. They just point the finger.

Finally, there are a few local officials who email their statements directly to the paper, and I’m going to take the time to thank them here.

I’m not going to name them because I don’t want readers to think I’m biased in favor of them, but they know who they are.

If you’re interested in seeing the press releases from your elected officials, take a look at them here: U.S. House of Representatives: vandrew.house.gov/ news and chrissmith.house.

gov/news U.S. Senate: booker.senate. gov/news/press NJ Governor: nj.gov/governor State Senate and Assembly: district9.senatenj.com district10.senatenj.com singer.senatenj.com Senator Sam Thompson of the 12th District was basically ousted by Republican leadership, and his page has been redirected to the state GOP. The assembly members in that district are still active at: njassemblygop.com/tag/ rob-clifton assemblymanalex.com By reading the press releases on these sites, you’ll see what these politicians care about. What they spend their time on. What they use their voice for. It’s education-

al, but don’t assume that this is all they do or care about. There are ones who never post. It just might mean that they are not as interested in issuing press releases as others.

If you see Gov. Phil Murphy or Senator Cory Booker in the paper more than anyone else, that’s not because we like them more. It’s simply because they publish several releases a week for me to choose from while some don’t update their website all month.

Also, I might have to dip into Murphy and Booker even more just because we won’t be printing Menendez any longer.

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source) largest municipality in the State of New Jersey, in the most densely populated state in the country (11th most populated state in the nation) with the fourth largest school system in the state. Mr. Rodrick is proud that he has voted NO to redevelopment plans for the downtown; voted NO for development on the Route 9 corridor; and voted NO when it came to funding new emergency vehicles, when he has attended meetings.

Furthermore, Mr. Rodrick has a history of campaigning against initiatives that would move Toms River in a positive direction. He has missed meetings and has a full-time job as a teacher in Monmouth County, his workload won’t allow him to keep up with the pace of Toms River. I believe a mayor should put Toms River first!

Let me be completely transparent since immediately after winning the primary, Mr. Rodrick warned Republicans not to turn their backs on him and went as far as saying “If there are Republicans out there who believe that they are going to secretly support the Democrats

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Letters To The Editor Bus Driver Explains Safety To Parents PARENTS PLEASE READ before you want to bash your child’s bus driver! If only you could sit in their seat before you criticize for 10 minutes you would find this to be 110% true.

As a school bus driver, I would like to explain something.

My job is to transport your child from point A to point B safely, on time and ready

to learn.

That is all.

What do I mean when I say safely?

Let me explain.

Safely means I pre-trip my bus daily to ensure it is running properly and that it hasn’t been tampered with.

Safely means my eyes are constantly scanning all 7 mirrors, blind spots, and the road in front of me, behind me and to both sides of me.

I’m NOT a babysitter.

I’m NOT a mediator.

I’m a BUS DRIVER.

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I would absolutely love to be able to watch and hear each and every little thing that goes on in the 40 feet of school bus behind me, but while I’m watching Johnny jump across the seat, I just missed a car pull out in front of me. And eekkkk, while I’m yelling at Susie to keep her hands to herself, the light changed and now I’m slamming the brakes to stop in time at the intersection.

Uh oh! Now Joey has a nose bleed? And now someone dumped all of Katie’s stuff out of her bookbag, and “Bus driver, Bobby is flicking me,” and “Bus driver, Lily said she doesn’t like me anymore,” and what’s that? While I’m looking in the mirror behind me reprimanding your perfect children, a car just ran my reds and Sally was almost run over!

It’s Never Ending to us...

And that doesn’t even include the way the children speak to us. I’m pretty certain they don’t speak to other school faculty like that. And certainly don’t speak to their parents the way they speak to us...

So please, parents, tell me...

where do you want me to look?

Behind me?

In front of me?

Would you prefer I pull over each and every time someone yells “bus driver?” Because then YOU will complain that the bus is never on time, and trust me if I did pull over every time, we wouldn’t even make it out of the school parking lot before I’d have to stop.

In case you didn’t know, your children are not perfect...no one is.

Would you rather I continue down the road watching what’s going on BEHIND me more than what’s going on with other vehicles on the road around me? Because I can assure you, if I’m not scanning every angle around the bus, there WILL be an accident, and then I will again be to blame, because I should’ve been paying attention to the road. Now, on top of that, we see your children for less than 30 minutes a day, in most cases.

Please teach your child to respect the bus driver, and to behave themselves when riding the bus...because we

A Toms River School Bus Driver wishing to remain anonymous

Republican Endorses Dem For Mayor As someone who cares deeply about the future of Toms River, I am writing to express my support for Ben Giovine as the next mayor of our town.

This November 7, we will be choosing between two candidates to lead our community, and I believe that Mr. Giovine has the vision, experience, and leadership skills needed to move Toms River forward.

In contrast, his opponent, Daniel Rodrick, has proven himself to be the wrong choice for our town. Mr. Rodrick’s signs say Stop Building which continues his position of saying NO, as opposed to recommending solutions and plans in the best interest of the 100,000 residents of Toms River. Whether we like it or not, Toms River is the sixth (or seventh, depending upon

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Bill Would Target Online Sales Of Illicit Drugs Laced With Fentanyl Capitol Comments Senator Cory Booker

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Cory Booker (D-NJ) and Ted Cruz (R-TX) introduced the Targeting Online Sales of Fentanyl Act, legislation that would address the online sale of counterfeit pills laced with fentanyl.

Specifically, the legislation would require the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to investigate the methods used to enable the online sale of fentanyl and assess the efforts of federal law enforcement and online providers in combatting the issue.

The legislation comes as more Americans

died from drug overdoses in 2022 than any year prior, and an alarming number of those fatalities stemmed from the online sale of counterfeit pills laced with fentanyl. During just a two-month period in 2021, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) identified 76 cases where traffickers advertised drugs on social media. The National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP) discovered that nearly 95% of the 35,000 online pharmacies operated illegally and experts detect over 10,000 new drug-related accounts on social media every month.

“The online sale of illicit drugs laced with fentanyl has had a devastating effect: drug overdoses now surpass suicide, traffic accidents, and gun violence as one of the

leading causes of preventable death among people aged 18 to 45,” said Senator Booker.

“This legislation will provide answers of how best to disrupt online drug distribution channels, helping lawmakers craft evidence-based solutions that effectively address the issue.”

“Our nation’s drug overdose crisis - fueled by fentanyl - has claimed upwards of 70,000 American lives,” said Senator Cruz. “This fentanyl is often marketed and sold online. I am proud to work with Sen. Booker to introduce bipartisan legislation that scrutinize exact numbers underlying this crisis and allow us to work towards comprehensive solutions to the fentanyl pandemic.”

The Targeting Online Sales of Fentanyl Act would require the GAO to provide a report within one year on the following areas:

the business models and techniques employed by online fentanyl traffickers; the utilization of social media platforms in facilitating fentanyl transactions involving youth; the scope and effectiveness of federal initiatives aimed at countering online fentanyl sales, including intergovernmental and interagency collaborations; the enforcement mechanisms and processes employed by online providers to detect and report transactions; an analysis of the outcomes of referrals to law enforcement agencies regarding online fentanyl sales, along with areas requiring improvement The bill is cosponsored by U.S. Senators Mike Lee (R-UT), Peter Welch (D-VT), Tom Tillis (R-NC), Chris Coons (D-DE), and Bob Casey (D-PA).

Federal Grant To Fund Mental Health Services For Ocean County College Students From The Desk Of

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Chris Smith TOMS RIVER - A $78,930 federal grant to help fund suicide prevention efforts at Ocean County College (OCC) was announced by Rep. Chris Smith (R-4th).

“This federal grant will help students who are struggling with various kinds of stress and pressures of college life,” said Rep. Smith.

“The programs funded by this grant will help Ocean County College in its efforts to serve its students who may need help coping through the college’s Ocean WAVES initiative.”

OCC President Dr. Pamela J. Monaco said: “We are thrilled to receive this grant,

which will enable us to enhance our mental health and wellness services and expand the programs that support our most vulnerable students. As Ocean County’s community college, many of our students are working, taking care of their families, and juggling other school and life activities while pursuing their degrees. The GLS grant provides OCC with the opportunity to strengthen the connections between our students and the resources they need to successfully complete their studies. We are grateful to Congressman Smith for working hard to

support the students of Ocean County.”

The Mental Health and Substance Abuse Service Grant was awarded by the US Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) Center for Mental Health Services.

It will pay for services between Sept. 30, 2023, and Sept. 29, 2026. The funding was awarded to fund the college’s Ocean WAVES - We Ask, Verify Empathize and Support Suicide Prevention.

Congress established the Substance Abuse a nd Ment al Healt h Ser v ices (Government - See Page 13)

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Bayville Volunteer Fire Company Open House

BAYVILLE – It’s that time of year again!

The members of Bayville Volunteer Fire Company #1 and Mayor Carmen Amato would like to invite you to their annual

Open House Event on October 17 from 6 to 8 p.m. Come out and see all your favorite firetrucks and members. For more information visit bayvillefire.com.

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BAYVILLE – Retro Fitness of Bayville recently joined forces with the organization Reps for Responders for a special fundraiser. 100 percent of the proceeds from the day was donated to the group to support first responders’ wellness. For the $20 donations, participants were able to take part in various activities including lifting competitions and various vendors were onsite.

The Reps for Responders operates under the mission of improving the physical

and emotional survivability skills of first responders so they can make responsible decisions both on the job and in their personal lives.

“I’m happy that the group had chosen our club as the facility to host the event, which was a rousing success with many law enforcement agencies signed up to take part,” Retro Fitness General Manager Sharon Dey said.

A check for $3,700 was presented to Stephen Iacuzzo of Reps for Responders.

Packing House And Sawmill Open For Self-Guided Tours

BAYVILLE – Double Trouble Village is a window into Pinelands Industries! The Cranberry Sorting and Packing House and Saw mill will both be open for self-guided tours on the following dates: October 14, 17 through 21, 24 through 28, 31.

Walk through and see the machinery that once milled lumber and sorted cranberries

in this former company town.

For group or guided tours, contact their interpretive staff at DoubleTrouble@dep. nj.gov or 732-341-4098.

Packing House and Sawmill may be closed on listed dates during school or group tours, during inclement weather to protect the interior of the resources, or if the village historic site/interpretive staff is offsite.

Sip In Autumn Wine Festival

BERKELEY – Mayor Carmen Amato and Berkeley Recreation are pleased to announce the return of Sip In Autumn Wine Festival on October 21 and 22 from 12 till 5 p.m. at Veteran’s Park in Bayville.

Enjoy NJ wineries, food trucks, live music and crafters. Cost is $20 in advance, $25 at the gate (cash only). For more information, a list of wineries, and tickets, visit newjerseywineevents.com.

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BAYVILLE – RC Flea Market at the Johnson Pit Field will be on October 14. Flea Market opens 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Set up is 8 a.m.

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Every sixth-grade class visits the park for a guided tour of the historic village and a nature walk. One of the students presented a historian with this drawing they made of everything seen during the program.

Students Honor National Custodians Day

Photo courtesy Berkeley Schools BERKELEY – On October 2, H & M Potter Student Council presented custodians with Thank You cards for all of their hard work in honor of National Custodians Day. Thank you, Mr. Tom, Mr. John, Mr. Rich, Ms. Barbara, Ms. Barbara, Ms. Danielle, and Mr. Warren.

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Mother-Son Dance 2023

BERKELEY – Central Regional High School and NHS are hosting a Mother-Son Dance for students in grade pre-k through 4 on October 15 for two sessions: 12 to 2

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Continued From Page 6 this year…we will know about it and you will not be welcomed back into the fold when it is over.” Sounds like McCarthyism, not a person planning on uniting a party and a town. I am not secretly supporting Ben Giovine, I am 100% supporting him and I am out front!

I was appointed to the Toms River Municipal Utilities Authority in 2021 (Mr. Rodrick abstained) and I do receive health benefits and a small stipend for my time (when I agreed to the appointment, I had no clue about the benefits, I always want to serve my community). I am a small business owner in Ocean County that in 2019 filed for reorganization bankruptcy as well as I filed personally due to personal guarantees and I am proud to say I will be done paying my debt in 2025. I am a graduate of Rutgers, grew up in Franklin Township (Somerset County) in a single parent household and voted against the form of government change and name change to Toms River in 2006. I am a fiscal conservative, but maybe more liberal on views on the environment, social services and gun control. Why do I share…because I want to make sure when Mr. Rodrick comes after me, you know the truth!

As a member of the Toms River Community, I have served as President of Congregation B’nai Israel for 10 years; Chairman of the Greater Toms River Chamber of Commerce (GTRCC) and Past-President of the Ocean County Business Association (OCBA) all to make a difference in the lives of others. I don’t see Mr. Rodrick volunteering for committees or leadership roles and I only see him dividing

the community. In all my volunteer years, I have never seen Mr. Rodrick attend a function at the synagogue, or a Chamber event, though he has been invited on numerous occasions – others on the council and the mayors have attended. Even more concerning is Mr. Rodrick’s anti-Semitic campaigning, which he has failed to fully address. As a community, we must reject all forms of hate and bigotry and elect leaders who will unite us, not divide us.

It’s time to bring Toms River together.

Supporting Ben Giovine is not a matter of partisan politics for me - I am supporting a Democrat because he is the best candidate for Toms River. I also support Republicans, Senator Jim Holzapfel, Assemblyman Greg McGuckin, Paul Kanitra, Surrogate Jeff Moran and Frank Sadeghi, for their respective positions. But when it comes to the Toms River election, I believe that Ben Giovine is the clear choice. He has the expertise to lead Toms River into the future, including creating an exciting downtown waterfront, attracting new businesses and preserving open space.

Ben has spent his life working with people to listen to their views and solve their problems; not demean them or separate them due to their religious practice or race.

In conclusion, I urge all voters in Toms River to vote for Ben Giovine as our next mayor on November 7 because he will allow us to move into the future with renewed energy, and give us a better chance of building a prosperous Toms River. The future of Toms River is in our hands, and together, we can take it in the right direction.

Philip I. Brilliant Toms River

Tomorrow’s Forecast: Panic!

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It wouldn’t surprise me to be sitting in front of my TV one day and hear, “we interrupt our regular scheduled programming to report that a ‘killer’ rain-drizzle front is approaching us from the south with wind-speeds estimated to be in excess of 10 mph - now is the time to go to a safe room.”

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Administration (SAMHSA) in 1992 to make information, services, and research on substance abuse/substance use and mental health more accessible. SAMHSA, operating under HHS, leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation. In 2020, Congress designated the new 988 dialing code to be operated through the existing National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. SAMHSA reports that in 2020, the U.S. had one death by suicide every 11 minutes, and that suicide is a leading cause of death for people aged 10-34 years.

SAMHSA operates the HHS 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, including the 2023 addition of nationwide American Sign Language services for people who are Deaf and

Whale:

Continued From Page 1 will be sent for histopathologic analysis.

Once the results become available, they will be shared on the MMSC website.

The minke whale was first reported stranded in shallow water in Barnegat Bay on October 1. For five days, the MMSC along with other agencies helped free the whale from shallow water multiple times. However, the team noticed that the whale’s condition was declining, stating that the whale became weaker and its skin was sloughing off. The whale had become very lethargic and would no longer open her eyes, MMSC said.

The whale was found stranded again on October 5 about one mile inside the inlet west of Sedge Island, and was non-respon-

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If you or someone you know needs help regarding addiction and mental health services, you can call the Ocean County Health Department at 732-341-9700, or the Monmouth County Ocean County Health Department at 732-431-7456. For additional information about some local providers’ services, you can also visit their websites, including organizations that have received federal support, such as: Preferred Behavioral Health Group, Lakewood Community Service Corporation, CPC Behavioral Healthcare or CFC Loud N Clear Foundation.

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The MMSC’s veterinarian determined that the whale was suffering and could not recover from the multiple stranding events.

The MMSC made the decision to humanely euthanize the whale.

A beach burial was prohibited due to the chemicals in the euthanasia posing a risk to the ground water and wildlife. The whale was instead transported to the Monmouth County Reclamation Center for necropsy.

“To say that it has been an extremely busy and taxing week for our team is an understatement, and we thank every single person that assisted us in the field or offered moral support to our team as we navigated this stranding event over the course of six days,” the MMSC said.

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By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. Raynaud’s Disease, often characterized by its telltale cold fingers and toes, is more than just a fleeting discomfort for people.

It’s a window into the complexities of our vascular system. While managing Raynaud’s can be challenging, understanding its ties to other conditions, like thyroid disease and autoimmune disorders, can shed light on effective treatment strategies.

I’m a believer in getting to the root cause.

Let’s delve into six of the most recommended ways to alleviate the symptoms of this condition.

1. Biofeedback Training: I was trained in neurofeedback in the early 2000s for the fun of it, but never practiced on patients because I was a pharmacist. This technique employs electronic monitoring to convey information about physiological processes. By understanding your body’s responses, you can with practice learn to promote relaxation and warmth in extremities. It’s not a cure though.

2. Calcium Channel Blockers: Medications like amlodipine or nifedipine can help relax the blood vessels and increase blood flow to the extremities. These drugs have been proven effective in decreasing the severity and frequency of Raynaud’s attacks in many patients, but again it’s not a cure.

3. Protect Yourself from Cold: Simple measures, such as wearing gloves, can make a significant difference. Ensure you dress warmly and limit exposure to cold environments.

4. Avoid Caffeine and Smoking: Sorry, but both nicotine and caffeine will constrict blood vessels and limit blood flow.

Avoiding them can help reduce the symp-

toms of Raynaud’s. On this continuum, where meds restrict blood flow, ADHD medications and oral decongestant should be avoided or minimized.

5. Regular Exercise: This is great! Engaging in routine physical activity can help improve circulation. Ensure any outdoor exercise during colder months (even walking the dog during the snowy season) is done while wearing hats, gloves or socks.

6. Stress Management: Since stress can trigger Raynaud’s episodes, techniques like deep breathing, meditation, and yoga can be beneficial. Yoga in hot or warm settings may help because it promotes blood circulation.

Now let’s discuss the connection between thyroid disease, as well as autoimmune disorders. This has been an area of interest for researchers for many years.

Studies have highlighted that people with Raynaud’s phenomenon often show symptoms of autoimmune conditions such as Sjögren’s disease. The prevalence of Raynaud’s is also higher in people with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. Treating the underlying condition will help relieve the Raynaud’s symptoms.

Did you know Raynaud’s Disease is named after the French doctor Maurice Raynaud, who first described the color changes in the fingers back in 1862? It’s always fascinating to trace medical conditions back to their historical roots! This condition has been around for a long time, and I wish it had more effective solutions.

If you would like to read a more comprehensive version of this article, it’s posted at my website suzycohen.com.

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Around The Jersey Shore Employment Opportunities For OCC Students With Disabilities TOMS RIVER – Ocean County College students and recent graduates with disabilities will have the opportunity to seek internships or permanent employment with federal agencies, thanks to the college’s participation in the Workforce Recruitment Program.

A joint initiative of the U.S. Department of Labor and the Department of Defense, the Workforce Recruitment Program connects federal agencies – and in some cases, private employers – with college students and recent graduates with disabilities seeking to demonstrate their abilities in the workplace through summer internships or long-term jobs.

Since 1995, thousands of college students, graduate students and alumni have participated in the program, working in diverse roles in federal workplaces across the nation.

This valuable program offers Ocean County College students and recent graduates with disabilities an opportunity to gain vital work experience that will assist them in the future, according to Jamie A. Prioli, assistant director of OCC’s Office of Disability Services.

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Student veterans with disabilities, service-connected or not, are also welcome to participate and connect with our office to obtain additional information about the WRP process.”

Eligible students have until October 12 to complete the initial registration. Applications are due in mid-October. Students can learn more by visiting WRP.gov or by contacting Jamie Prioli at jprioli@ocean.edu.

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(43) Widow Looking to Rent - Condo or apt under $1,000 or purchase under $100,000. Call or leave message 732-890-1330.

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Items Wanted COSTUME/ESTATE JEWELRY Looking to buy costume/ estate jewelry, old rosaries and religious medals, all watches and any type of sterling silver, bowls, flatware candlesticks or jewelry. Same day house calls and cash on the spot. 5 percent more with this AD. Call Peggy at 732-581-5225. (t/n) $$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ Jewelry and watches, costume jewelry, sterling silver, silverplate, medals, military items, antiques, musical instruments, pottery, fine art, photographs, paintings, statues, old coins, vintage toys and dolls, rugs, old pens and postcards, clocks, furniture, bric-a-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid.

Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius. 732-364-7580. (t/n) Comics Wanted - Ten cent and Twelve cent comics must be before 1970. I will pay cash. Call 732-277-7327 anytime.

(42) Vinyl Records Wanted - Paying cash for LP albums. Rock, Reggae, Blues, Jazz. Also buying Comic Books . Call Rick 908-616-4104. (t/n) CASH PAID!! LP records - stereos, musical instruments, guitar, saxophone, CD’s, reel tapes, music related items. Come to you. 732-804-8115. (44) 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) Junk or Wrecked Cars and Trucks Wanted - Cash paid. 732-6577251, Steve. Thanks.

(43) Cash - Top dollar, paid for junk, cars running and nonrunning, late model salvage, cars and trucks, etc. 732-928-3713. (t/n) I Buy Records - 33/45. Cash paid.

Call Eddie first! 732-829-5908 anytime. Travel to you fast deals!

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

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Micromedia Publications is looking for a high-energy account rep to sell print and online advertising in Ocean County. Competitive base, bonuses & company benefits.

Successful applicant should possess good communication skills & a desire to grow with the company.

E-Mail resumes to jallentoff@jersey shoreonline.com. EOE. (t/n) DAY Substitutes Wanted for the Ocean County Vocational Technical School District - Administrators, Couriers, Custodial, School Nurses/ RN, Secretarial, Teachers for Trade Skill Areas – Auto, Childcare, Collision, Construction, Cosmetology, Culinary, Dental, Diesel Engine, Electrical, Engineering, Heavy Equipment Operator, HVAC, Machine, Marine, Medical, Plumbing, Welding & Woodworking or visit www.ocvts. org/employment. EOE. Please email resume to: tedgar@ocvts.org or call Theresa at 732-240-6414 X3317. (44) Seeking Responsible Individual With Good Phone Skills - Experience In Hvac & Permits A Plus. Filing/Answering Phones/ Scheduling/Permits/Ordering Parts/ Customer Service. Great Work Environment. $15/Hour 7:30 a.m.

- 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday. Paid Holidays. Call Care Temp Heating & AC at 732-349-1448 Or Fax Resume To 732-349-6448. (t/n) R.C. Shea and Associates is seeking to hire a paralegal with civil/commercial litigation experience as well as an administrative assistant. Pay and benefits commensurate with experience. Please call Pam Williams, office manager at (732) 505-1212 or email at pwilliams@rcshea.com (t/n) Bus Driver NEEDED! - Flexible Scheduling. Perfect for Retiree in Retirement Community. CDL w/ Passenger endorsement required. Call SilverWoods Clubhouse for more information at 732-341-4825. (t/n) Certified Home Health Aides - Needed for Ocean County area. Hourly and live-in positions avail. P/T and F/T. Call CCC at 732-206-1047. (t/n) Laundromat Attendant - For FT/ PT Good communication skills, math and min computer knowledge. Transportation needed. Long term commitment only. 732-286-1863. (t/n) Animal Lovers - Volunteers needed to help feed homeless cats 1 or 2 days weekly. Call 732-3672932, leave message.

(43) Now Training School Bus Drivers - School routes and athletic trips in Ocean County. Free CDL Training $22 per hour and $3000 Sign on bonus. Please call Klarr Transport 732-905-5100 or email klarrtransport@gmail.com.

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Services A+ CLEANING SERVICE Homes, Offices, Air BnB, Senior Villages, Fall Cleaning Thorough and Reliable, Free Esitmates, Call Barbara 732-948-4730.

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Services Nor’easter Painting and Staining, LLC - Interior and exterior. Decks, powerwashing. Affordable. Senior discounts. References. No job too small. Fully insured. 732-6910123. Lic #13VH09460600. (t/n) Housecleaning - Painting, shopping, laundry window cleaning, carpet cleaning. Very good prices. 732773-5078, 848-287-3944.

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(42) APlus Home Improvements - Over 30 years experience. Everything from small handyman tasks to large renovations, decks, finished basements and much more. Lic #13VH11453600. No job too small give us a call. 908-278-1322. (52) 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) 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) Bobs Waterproofing - Basement and crawlspace waterproofing. Mold testing, removal and prevention.

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NO JOB TOO SMALL! (20) Handyman Solutions - All Home Improvements And Repairs. Carpentry, Masonry, Doors, Windows, Bathrooms, Kitchens, Tile, Decks, Plumbing, Electrical, more. Licensed.

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ALL American 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) Painting - Special Fall Pricing.

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A1 HANDYMAN SERVICES Over 30 years experience in all phases of home improvements.

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(50) Typing Services - business letter, resume, poam, etc. Call 7327773-5078 or 848-287-3944. (43) Wallpaper and Bordering - Hanging and removal of old. No job too big or small. Great references. Call Angela 609-290-9702.

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Boat Flare Disposal Program Rescheduled For October 21

WARETOWN – The Ocean County boat flare disposal program has been rescheduled to October 21.

The free program will take place from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Ocean County Training Center, 200 Volunteer Way. “To get the most out of this program, we knew it would be best to reschedule with the inclement weather forecasted for September

23, the original date,” said Ocean County Commissioner Barbara Jo Crea, who serves as liaison to the Ocean County Department of Solid Waste Management. “Thanks to the fast work of the agencies involved, we were able to put together a new date for the program quickly.”

Appointments from the postponed September date will still be honored on the new

date. Those who still need to register for the program can do so online at the Solid Waste Management homepage: co.ocean.nj.us/recycle or by calling 732-506-5047.

Flares will be accepted from Ocean County residents only. Flares from marinas and businesses will not be accepted. Residents can drop off a maximum of 10 flares.

Materials that will be accepted are Red Hand-

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held, Parachute, Red Meteor, Orange Smoke Signals, and Floating Orange Smoke flares.

The program will not accept road flares, electronic flares, plastic flare launchers, and other explosives.

The United States Coast Guard requires all boats on intercostal and inland waters to carry a means of distress signaling suitable for night use. Regular flares are sold in packs of four and expire every four years.

“As a County that has many boat owners, this program helps keep the Barnegat Bay and our watershed clean,” said the Director of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners Joseph H. Vicari. “By disposing of the flares properly, it will keep them out of the water and help keep our boaters safe.”

The program is being overseen by the Ocean County Department of Solid Waste Management, the Ocean County Fire Marshal’s Office and the Ocean County Training Center, which houses the Ocean County Fire Academy.

Once collected, Ocean County destroys the old or used flares in a container used for controlled burn at the Ocean County Training Center under the supervision of trained personnel.

Watercolors With Pastels Class

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OCEAN COUNTY – This is a 3-week class: October 16, 23, 30 (Beginner-all levels). Cost is $60 member/$75 non-member. Instructor: Leona Lavone.

How to make your watercolor paintings pop with pastels harvest festival – pumpkins, autumn leaves, fall flowers. Student to bring soft pastels along with all their regular watercolor supplies.

Watercolor paintings can sometimes lack a bit of contrast, a great way to add a bit of contrast and texture is to outline some elements with pastels.

Watercolor and pastels are great medium to mix.

Reference material supplied.

Each class will start with a demo and explanation of the how to paint the subject. All class participants’ will be reviewed during painting session and questions answered.

Bring basic watercolor supplies, nothing fancy.

Tube watercolors, brushes, watercolor paper, palette or mixing tray, paper towels, pencil, masking tape, squirt bottle, container for water ex: large sour cream container/small bucket.

For more information or to register, visit ocartistsguild.org/event/ocag84-watercolors -with-pastels/2023-10-16.

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Photo Of The Week

DeGRAFF CREMATION SERVICES DIRECT CREMATION $1875 Arrangements Available In Your Home, Removal From Place Of Death, Alternative Container, Wood #ODZ, Transfer To Crematory Located at:

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The shoulder season continues at the Jersey Shore for out-of-towners and residents alike. The weather as of late has been more summerlike than fall. Local resident James Hughes took this great pic at Berkeley Island Park while enjoying a sunny day.

Peaceful and calm, isn’t it? Have a photo to share with our readers? Email photos@ jerseyshoreonline.com and you may see your pic in this space!

Dale & Amy Acoustic Concert

BERKELEY – Rock and reminisce with Dale & Amy during the popular duo’s acoustic evening of favorites at the Ocean County Library Berkeley Branch, 7 p.m.

October 25.

Appearing regularly at venues throughout New Jersey since 1995, the personable pair serve up crowd-pleasing rock, pop and country music from the 1950s to the present.

Among their most popular covers are songs made famous by the Beatles, Fleetwood Mac, Elvis Presley, Lainey Wilson, the Eagles, Jimmy Buffett, Frankie Valli,

Sheryl Crow and Elton John.

Register at theoceancountylibrary. com/events to attend this free program, sponsored by the Friends of the Berkeley Library.

The Friends are volunteers who support the Library through fundraisers, programs, and community advocacy. New members are always welcome. Applications are available at Friends’ events, and can be found online at theoceancountylibrary.org/oclfriends.

For more information, visit the OCL Berkeley Branch, 30 Station Road, Bayville, or call 732-269-2144.

Art Chat Club

OCEAN COUNTY – This event is monthly on the 4th Friday of the month. Open to adult and teens. Open to artists of all mediums.

Let’s get together to share and talk about our art! Get connected to your local art community. Get feedback from your fellow artists and make new art friends. Let’s talk about what inspires us, the trials and tribulations of being creatives, and other topics related to art making, art business, and art marketing too.

Bring your work – a completed piece or a work in progress. Live in person with option to join the group remotely. Contact the moderator, Kim Cesaretti if you are interested in attending or have questions.

The next Art Chat Club meeting will be on October 27 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the Ocean County Artists Guild, 22 Chestnut Avenue, Island Heights. For more information, visit ocartistsguild.org/event/art-chat-club-2023-10.

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OMARR’S ASTROLOGICAL FOR THE WEEK OF OCT 14- OCT 20

BY JERALDINE SAUNDERS FORECAST ARIES (March 21-April 19): Go straight to the top. It could be who you know, not what you know, that counts. You can upgrade your reputation by socializing with people who have similar life experience or objectives and might enjoy your candor.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): The way you attract attention could be amusing to some, but can annoy others. You might be distracted by a family crisis and appear unreliable or abrupt. Maintain your independence by setting boundaries gently.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): It may be beneficial to have a backup plan on hand.

It can be much easier to obtain cooperation and avoid a roadblock later. Find a community of ideas that could help you do a better job or be more productive in life.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Pay attention to your side hustles. Things may be heading towards a new opportunity if you are ready to take advantage of the situation. You could have the chance to get more than you expected in the near future.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You may have been lobbying to get things moving in a new direction for a long time. Now can be the time when they finally start paying attention. You might have played the game before, but now you could end up running it.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Make sure to read the room before acting. You may be able to meet new people or broaden your horizons if you do not get bogged down by unnecessary routines. If someone is keeping you at arm’s length don’t try to shake hands yet.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Consider the costs as well as the benefits. It can be hard to manage your money with just profits in mind. You need to think about the long-term effects of your present spending habits or investments on those around you.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Long-lasting repercussions of any decisions you could be making soon could echo over the next few years. Choose what you want wisely. Be prepared to face the consequences, good or bad, as you level up your life.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Your creative plans could be falling perfectly into place, and you might be feeling like nothing can go wrong. Consider any opportunities that your social connections are bringing to your attention.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You might be ready to take the first step, and you cannot get ahead until you start the journey. Try not to let changing conditions within your family hold you back. Recognize and honor someone’s need for privacy.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): It may not be enough to have a great plan, you need the right environment for your project to take root. The time might be coming, but right now your plan needs to be fertilized and watered until it can break through.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): It may be tempting to lie around on the couch, but treasure can be found during an outing if you leave the house. Opposition to plans on the job could prevent you from making headway right now so prepare a contingency plan.

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FRENCH TOAST CASSEROLE IS AN IDEAL FAMILY BREAKFAST

By America’s Test Kitchen

MAKE-AHEAD FRENCH TOAST CASSEROLE Serves 6 to 8

Note: We developed this recipe using Martin’s Potato Bread, which has 16 slices per loaf, so you’ll need to buy two loaves. With other brands, it may also be necessary to trim the slices to fit six in a single layer.

1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened, plus 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 3/4 cup packed (5 1/4 ounces) brown sugar 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/8 teaspoon salt 18 slices potato sandwich bread 2 1/2 cups whole milk 6 large eggs 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted Powdered sugar 1. Adjust oven rack to middle position and heat oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 13-by-9-inch baking dish with softened butter. Mix brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt together in bowl.

2. Sprinkle 3 tablespoons of the brown sugar mixture evenly over the bottom of the prepared dish. Place 6 bread slices (use bread heels here) in an even layer at the bottom of the dish. Brush bread with 1 1/2 tablespoons melted butter and sprinkle with 3 tablespoons of the sugar mixture.

3. Place 6 bread slices in a single layer over the first layer, brush with 1 1/2 tablespoons melted butter, then sprinkle with 3 tablespoons sugar mixture. Place remaining 6 bread slices over the previous layer and brush with 1 1/2 tablespoons melted butter.

4. In a separate bowl, whisk milk and eggs together until well combined. Pour milk mixture over bread and press lightly to submerge. Sprinkle with almonds and the remaining heaping 3 tablespoons of the sugar mixture.

5. Bake until the casserole is slightly puffed and golden brown and bubbling around the edges, about 30 minutes. Transfer casserole to a wire rack, brush with remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons melted butter, and let cool for 15 minutes. Sprinkle with powdered sugar and serve.

MAKE AHEAD: The assembled casserole, minus the almonds and remaining heaping 3 tablespoons sugar mixture, can be covered and refrigerated for up to 12 hours. When ready to cook, sprinkle with almonds and sugar mixture. Bake as directed in Step 5.

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