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Photo by Bob Vosseller Members of the Italian Cultural Club of Lake Ridge, Toms River, march down the Boulevard in Seaside Heights for the 32nd Ocean County Columbus Day Parade. They were among numerous organizations who came out for the well-attended parade.

By Bob Vosseller O C E A N COU N TY – The three-day County Columbus Day Parade & Italian Festival brought vendors, music, food and fun to Seaside Heights once again and you didn’t have to be Italian to enjoy it.

“We are happy to say the Ocean County Columbus Day Parade

and Italian Festival has become one of the most popular ethnic cultural festivals in the state,” Ocean County Columbus Day Parade and Italian Festival Committee Chairman Michael Blandina said.

Each year the festival, which kicks off on a Friday, takes place along Grant Avenue in the borough, between

Ocean Terrace and W Central Avenue, and features a variety of delicious food and Italian specialties, craft vendors and exhibitors plus live entertainment.

This year’s weather proved better than most with Friday’s expected rain failing to make an appearance. Some brisk winds showed up on Saturday evening.

of the Ciba-Geigy Superfund site.

Ciba’s chemical and dye factory buried tons of toxic waste on the site off Route 37, and dumped it in outflow pipes. An uptick in cancer rates in the area has been attributed to the company but proving

it scientifically has always been difficult.

Last year, the DEP agreed to a Natural Resource Damage settlement that would allow the property’s current owners, BASF, to profit off of some of the land.

This left locals with a (Ciba - See Page 4)

Sunday’s weather was perfect all day long.

The festival culminated with the 32nd Annual Ocean County Columbus Day Parade which had marchers h e a d i n g d ow n t h e Boulevard. There were marching bands, floats, antique cars, Mummers, and various organizations, local and (Parade - See Page 15)

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – Development, taxes, cannabis, and even the integrity of the position… there was no shortage of issues discussed by the Township Council candidates.

There are three, four-year terms on the ballot.

The leaders of the Republican and Democrat slates were asked to provide brief bios and up to 200 words about what each candidate wants to do if elected. Additionally, there are two write-in candidates, one from each party. They were also asked the same questions. There are no incumbents.

The answers are presented here in alphabetical order, gently edited for such things as grammar and flow.

Craig Coleman, Republican, is a retired superintendent of schools and principal that spent 40 years in education. He spent the last 20 years of his career as a principal for Ocean County Vocational Schools.

“Mr. Coleman is disturbed by the out of control multi-family construction. He believes apartments bring in too many new residents that won’t pay property taxes. Craig is deeply concerned about the impact overdevelopment is having on our schools and has pledged to end overdevelopment and restore fiscal discipline.”

Ruby Franco, Democrat, works in banking. “However, due to employer restrictions, (Council - See Page 5)

Mayoral Candidates Discuss Tax Plans

Ciba Deal Taken To Court

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – Env i ron me nt al g roup Save Bar negat Bay has par t nered with the township of Toms River to file appeals against the State Department of Environmental Protection’s deal with the owners

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Ben Giovine’s Tax Plan “Affordability is the top concern I hear from residents when knocking on doors.

This problem is not unique to Toms River but that doesn’t mean we need to throw up our hands in despair. Our community has time and time again shown the rest of the state we can balance superb services without putting our taxpayers through the ringer - we just may need to tweak how we approach our budget and services.”

“Right out of the gate, I pledge to support our men and women in blue by working closely with the Toms River Police Department. Chief Mitch Little continues to operate one of the best departments in the state and they deserve a mayor and council that will continue to support their budgets and priorities. As mayor, I would coordinate with County Commissioners, state and federal officials on ensuring the department receives essential funding through grants and other resources to help offset costs.”

“Toms River is NJ’s 8th largest municipality and its leaders continue to put politics over people. It is shameful we do not get our fair share from Trenton nor do we compete for federal funding for major infrastructure projects. As mayor, I will work in a bipartisan way to ensure Toms River no longer

Ciba:

Continued From Page 1 bad taste in their mouth.

Save Barnegat Bay’s team of legal and environmental experts said that the DEP failed to quantify the damages done to the offsite environment of Ocean County.

The purpose of a Natural Resource Damage settlement is to put a dollar value on something priceless, according to these experts at a town hall earlier this year. The settlement seeks to make the locals whole for their loss of environment, clean drinking water and more.

The difficulty in doing this is that the exact impact is still being learned, they said. The waste has not yet been cleaned up. There hasn’t been an accurate accounting of the impact in neighboring towns.

The appeal specifies that the settlement doesn’t accurately ref lect damage done to the Barnegat Bay, Atlantic Ocean, Kirkwood-Cohansey aquifer and the Toms River itself.

Additionally, the plan doesn’t provide for any environmental restoration plans for anywhere outside the property BASF owns, the appeal noted. What it does provide is a conservation easement on the land, which is in violation of the town’s zoning.

“The sweetheart deal that NJDEP made with BASF is woefully inadequate and does not compensate the people of Toms

loses out on these opportunities. Tapping into various grants and proactive advocacy for our needs can bring large savings to the taxpayers.”

“With the most recent property tax revaluation behind us, we must now turn our focus towards keeping our budgets stable and improving the customer service provided by the town.”

“Affordability is not a partisan issue and shouldn’t just be used around election time.

To truly save Toms River, we need to ensure our residents have the financial security they need to live, prosper and retire here. I pledge to commit myself to these principles each day as mayor of Toms River.”

Dan Rodrick’s Tax Plan “Property taxes are out of control in Toms River. As Councilman, I voted against every tax increase and every increase in township fees. I’ve also opposed millions in wasteful spending.”

“As mayor, I will finally have a full team to support cutting the wasteful spending that has been increasing our property taxes. We also have a plan to reduce the township’s current debt load. As you know, interest rates have quadrupled, so it is important that we reduce debt and cut spending. If we don’t, taxes will skyrocket.

We cannot afford to continue down the current path.”

There’s an old saying that, ‘you know a tree by its fruit.’ I have never voted to increase taxes. On taxes, I believe the choice in Toms River is clear. I stand by my record.”

River and Ocean County for the damage that has been done to our environment by the corporate polluters,” said Mayor Maurice B. Hill, Jr. The goal of the appeal is to secure funding for projects put forth by all Ocean County towns that were impacted, providing a way to restore the damage done to their natural resources as well.

“We are fortunate that Save Barnegat Bay has stepped up to assemble a top notch team of legal and environmental experts to lead this fight and to finally get justice for the environmental destruction our community has endured for decades,” Hill said.

“This is just the beginning of what will be a long battle for justice for Toms River and the surrounding Ocean County towns and we are ready to go the distance and stand together with Toms River and Ocean County,” said Britta Forsberg, Save Barnegat Bay’s Executive Director.

Last year, BASF and the State Department of Environmental Protection reached this settlement that would keep about 1,000 acres of it preserved for open space, pollinator gardens, trails, and an environmental recreation center.

Locals were angry that 255 acres of the site would be allowed to be developed on Route 37 in an area currently zoned as light industrial. BASF will also be able to profit from a huge solar array. This is being done despite Ciba winning $17 million off the town in a tax appeal.

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Council:

Continued From Page 1 I’m limited in what I can share about the specifics of my role. I believe my financial and educational background offers a much needed perspective in helping to manage Toms River.”

“I’ve never held public office before, but I view that as an advantage. Too often, we have only career politicians making decisions, which leads to detachment from the everyday struggles and aspirations of ordinary citizens.

We need diverse voices in leadership roles, and I’m stepping up to provide one.”

“I’ve always been drawn to civic groups that advocate for marginalized communities and the welfare of animals. One such initiative that I’m proud of is my involvement with Friends in Action, where I participated in their Christmas toy drives.”

“Over the next four years, I hope to improve the connection between Toms River’s leadership and its residents. My main goal is to make our governance more transparent, accountable, and receptive to the needs of all residents, especially those who feel underrepresented or unheard. I also look to enhance financial prudence and champion policies that prioritize the welfare of our working-class citizens and marginalized communities.”

Rhetta Jackson-Fair, Democrat, is employed with Public Partnership as a caregiver.

“I am contracted with Ending Homeless Program as a Shelter Coordinator. And I volunteer my services at True Vine Ministries as a Senior Pastor and Counselor. I also vol-

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“I have experience in public office as a Site Coordinator at one out of three Ocean County Code Blue Shelters where we provide overnight shelter, food, clothes, and counseling services to those who are experiencing homelessness. I also have experience in public office on the Advisory Board for Fulfill’s Ocean & Monmouth Food Bank where we collectively decide on food distribution throughout every city in Ocean and Monmouth County.”

“I currently lead a church who donates household supplies, clothes, food, and appliances to the community.”

“I would like to bring more unity in the community of Toms River by supporting local police, supporting non-profit organizations, enhance small business, and by providing more low income housing.”

Tom Nivison, Republican, “is the owner of Silverton Farms, our last farm in town. He studied horticulture at Rutgers University.”

“When others sold their land off to developers, Nivison preserved his family farm. Nivison’s family is in town since the Revolutionary War. Tom’s fifth great-grandfather, John Nivison, fought beside Joshua Huddy when the British burned down the village of Toms River. Mr. Nivison opposes more apartments and has pledged to end overdevelopment.”

Lynn O’Toole, Republican, “is President of Holiday City Silverton, one of our largest senior communities. She is a retired entrepreneur who studied business at Berkeley

College.”

“O’Toole is deeply concerned about increasing property taxes and the impact the property tax revaluation is having on her fellow senior citizens. O’Toole wants to cut wasteful spending in town hall and stop the tax hikes.”

Dana Tormollan, a Republican, is mounting a write-in campaign, which means voters will have to write in her name on the ballot for the council spot.

“I have been in childcare full time for about seven years now, and I also am a part time server in the summer months over at the beach.”

“I currently sit on the Zoning Board of Adjustments for the Township of Toms River. I have been there for almost two years now.”

“I am a member of the Toms River Education Foundation. Our only goal is to raise funds for the Toms River Regional School District, to help offset the costs of any extra-curricular programs. This includes sports, arts, music and wherever else we can help. I was a part of Toms River Wrestling Club for ten years.

My last three years with the Club, I served as the vice president. I also served on the board for Toms River Lacrosse. I spend most of my Friday mornings at the Presbyterian Church of Toms River, where I along with other community members work with Fulfill to feed those who are suffering from food insecurities.”

“Interacting with residents is my biggest mission; residents need to become involved.

I have learned so much over the past years attending meetings of the council, planning

Michele Williams, Democrat, is a retired educator. “During the last 40 years I have served as a teacher, vice principal, Director of Religious Education, and principal in two schools. In June 2017 I retired from my position as Principal of St. Joseph Grade School, Toms River after 14 years.”

“In November 2017 I was elected to the Toms River Regional School Board and in (Council - See Page 6)

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“I would love to see abandoned storefronts become homes to small and corporate businesses. I would advocate for small business owners, because they bring charm and pride to Toms River.”

“I would support our first responders and schools.”

“I would meet with the leaders of our senior communities to hear their concerns.”

“I would strive to see BASF and the DEP be held responsible for their role in the Ciba Geigy catastrophe. Backroom deals at the cost of our residents is completely unacceptable.”

“I will continue to be a part of the Downtown redevelopment discussion; I have attended every meeting regarding it. I believe the number of residents who turned out regularly was the turning point of the changes made to the initial plans. The residents made the difference.”

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Continued From Page 4 2020 I was re-elected to a second term. In 2019, following many town hall meetings and thus gaining the trust of our voters, the $147 million referendum was passed so today and into the future Toms River students will enjoy a modernized environment and infrastructure.”

“In both terms, I ran on a platform to increase social emotional learning and increased presence of school counselors. SEL programs have increased each year and in 2022, a school counselor is in residence in each of our 12 elementary schools and that still holds true today.”

“In five of my six years on the board, I have been the Chairperson of the Insurance and Benefits Committee, gleaning a great source of information and knowledge that will benefit council decision making in this area.”

She has been a board member of the Central Ocean Rotary of Toms River and Toms River Housing & Homeless Coalition, and a former board member of Ocean’s Harbor House.

She has also helped Communities that Care, Youth Involvement, RWJ Barnabas Institute for Prevention & Recovery, and Habitat for Humanity.

When asked what she wants to do during her four years on council, she said: “First and foremost, restore faith and trust in our Council by engaging with the community, listening to residents, and respecting the will of the voters in our decision making.

Stabilize tax increases by implementing some or all the recommendations contained in the Township’s 2020 Efficiency Study which cost taxpayers $150,000. This is to be accomplished by an ad hoc committee of councilpersons and concerned citizens who will review and report their final recommendations during a council meeting presentation.

Increase township revenue by revisiting the former committee recommendations on the cannabis issue, keeping in mind that 64% of Toms River voted YES on recreational cannabis.

Support our school district’s superintendent and board by advocating and developing productive relationships with representatives in Trenton to restore school funding to our district.

Notify residents of confirmed neighborhood well water contamination where wells are the primary source of water consumption to increase awareness and motivate residents to have their wells tested and to provide township assistance to residents to the state funded mitigation process.

Promote big brand stores to occupy vacant commercial properties by reaching out to the corporate offices, making connections, creating relationships, and not taking ‘NO’ for an answer…being persistent!”

Paul Williams, Democrat, is running a write-in campaign. That means voters would have to write in his name on the ballot for the council position. He is not related to Michele Williams.

“I am self-employed and operate both ‘pcwImages,’ a photography and videography company, and ‘pcwMusic,’ a DJ Music service. I also work freelance as a paralegal

for numerous attorneys and law firms that temporarily need my assistance with a particular matter.”

“I have never been a public employee, but I am currently serving my second consecutive four-year term as a publicly elected county committee member.”

“I have been the founder and president of Project HEURISTIC, a NJ non-profit corporation, since 2012 and have endeavored to reduce criminal recidivism and crime generally by assisting formerly incarcerated men and women to successfully transition from jail and prison to the community. With adequate, effective, and meaningful housing, food, and clothing being a fundamental necessity toward making a successful transition to the community, I have been constrained by the lack of funding, no public funding in fact, to almost only being able to provide information, referrals, and non-attorney advocacy for the formerly incarcerated and also their families who often do not know many options for how to best assist their loved one. To be as credible of a messenger as possible, I have been transparent and forthright about myself and my own criminal history to be a living testament of the saying that ‘we are not the sum of our mistakes’ and that, notwithstanding mistakes and even outright wrongdoing, we can do and be better … for not only ourselves but also our family and community.”

“I have also volunteered thousands of hours with numerous other non-profit organizations and community groups. I have donated hundreds, if not thousands, of hours of my photo and video services to numerous non-profit organizations and community groups within Toms River and even beyond; including the annual Halloween Parade by the Toms River Fire Department, the Downtown Business Improvement District, the annual Toms River PBA Vest a Cop fundraiser, DJ’s United, Ma Deuce Deuce, St Patrick’s Day Parade, Just Believe, etc… I have also done many hours of paid work for may non-profit organizations.

Whether volunteer or paid work, I have made it a point to become very familiar with each organization and the value their work is to our community.”

If elected, he said he “will be what is desperately needed … a council member who is present and also transparent, forthright, and accountable to the people; who is not going to be dictated by partisan political interests or anything other than the best interests of Toms River; who has the intellectual capacity to carefully consider matters that come before the council and a healthy sense of skepticism for things that come from people who have a vested interest in the outcome; who will not only work cooperatively with the powers that be but will also speak truth to power on behalf of the people of Toms River.

“This, of course, is not ‘issue specific’ and it is intentional. It would be disingenuous of me to speak to any specific issue based on the question without being clear and certain of what my fundamental decision making will be dictated by … no matter what issue may be that comes before the council.”

“Lastly, I will, as I have been for many years, remain accessible to the general public, not only the perceived ‘elite’ and affluent, and will go even further to host and participate in ‘town hall’ style meetings throughout Toms River.”

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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.

want to return them to you, SAFELY.

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

Chris Lundy News Editor

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

Congressman

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 and Mental Health Services 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 Hard of Hearing. Over the past year, the 988 Lifeline has received more than 5.5 million calls, texts, and chats. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available - call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline. org.

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.

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 (RTX) 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 NEED AN EMERGENCY HOME REPAIR? WE’RE HERE TO HELP AT NO CHARGE

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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) discov-

ered that nearly 95% of the 35,000 online pharmacies operated illegally and experts detect over 10,000 new dr ug-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 (DVT), Tom Tillis (R-NC), Chris Coons (D-DE), and Bob Casey (D-PA).

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Photo courtesy Toms River Township TOMS RIVER – The 2023 Ocean County Veterans Day Parade will be held on Veterans Day November 11 in downtown Toms River.

The parade begins at 9:45 a.m. at the Toms River Shopping Center on Route 37, proceeding south on Main Street (Route 166) and then east onto Washington Street. The parade will feature numerous military vehicles, elected officials, civic groups, first responders, local high school marching bands and a showcase of vintage cars.

The Toms River Veterans Commission would like to encourage increased participation in this event that honors veterans who have served in our armed forces. All

Ocean County veterans’ organizations, guests, as well as school bands and ROTC units are invited.

To participate, fill out an application and email it to Bob Larned, at bob.larned@ yahoo.com Deadline for submission is October 31.

After the parade, there will be a ceremony held outside Toms River’s Town Hall at 33 Washington Street. The post-parade ceremony will feature speakers and honored guests, a rifle salute, and the placing of the wreath on the veteran’s monument.

There is no rain date. If the parade is cancelled, a ceremony will take place in Town Hall in the L. Manuel Hirshblond Meeting Room at 10 a.m.

Employment Opportunities For Ocean County College 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.

“The Office of Disability Services is proud to be part of the annual Workforce Recruitment Program (WRP) process,” said Ms. Prioli. “We see ourselves in a unique position of helping to provide students and recent graduates with disabilities with an opportunity to grow personally and professionally through participation in this nationwide program. 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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All District Bands Place At Manchester Tournament

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Photo courtesy Toms River Schools TOMS RIVER – Bad weather brought the Tournament of Bands into the Manchester Township High School gym on September 23, but that didn’t stop the musicians and performers of Toms River Regional Schools from showing out.

High School North and High School South placed first in their divisions. And the Marching Raiders of High School East, who faced stiff competition in their category, finished second out of five bands.

Band directors George Powers (North), Christopher Test (South), and Doug Miller (East) expressed great pride in their students’ performances.

“This was South’s first competition since COVID, and we took first place in group 1-A,” said Test. “It was a fantastic start to the season, and a real affirmation that the band’s hard work and high standards create thrilling moments such as these.”

Berkeley Lady Seniors To Host Trip To Poconos

BERKELEY – The Berkeley Lady Seniors are going to Woodloch in the Poconos on May 20, 2024 for their annual spring vacation. It’s a great getaway with delicious food great entertainment and lots of

activities to do.

Prices start at $825 each for a double room. For more information call Marge at 239-272-6857. Deposit of $100 will hold your room. All are welcome.

Resident Club CV 5 Dance

WHITING – Resident Club Crestwood Village 5 Dance will be on November 1 from 7 to 10 p.m. at 325 Schoolhouse Road, Whiting.

Doors open up at 6:30 p.m. Music by Don Pesce. Cost: is $10 per person in advance and $12 at the door. Tickets must be

purchased in advance to get the discount.

Nonrefundable unless canceled. BYOB. All are welcome!

Included: snacks, soft drinks, coffee, tea, dessert, tea. Purchase tickets every Tuesday from 10 a.m. till 12 p.m. Call Debbie at 201618-8514 for more information.

Browns Woods Beach Sweep Clean-Up TOMS RIVER – Come help clean up the Browns Woods beach at the Save Barnegat Bay EcoCenter.

These 40 acres of woods are well loved and heavily used so it is time to clean up the litter before the winter comes! Join for the biannual beach sweep on October 21.

The Beach Sweeps kicks off at 9 a.m. at each beach location. Note you do not need to arrive

at 9 a.m., you may show up to your chosen cleanup site anytime between 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The event will conclude at 12:30 p.m.

Bags, gloves and grabbers will be provided.

To register, visit the Save Barnegat Bay Facebook page. When registering, click Ocean County at the bottom of the second page of the sign up form, select Toms River - Brown’s Wood Preserve.

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Beastly Attendance Trophy Presented To Int. North’s September Champs

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Our eyelashes help reduce the amount of air that flows into our eyes, keeping them from drying out. On the flipside, they also keep unwanted moisture, such as sweat, rain, and other liquids, out of our eyes. That is why eyelashes are curved upward, similar to a cup. Sunlight, specifically the ultraviolet rays it contains, can be very harmful to our eyes, and lashes can give them a little shade and light filtration.

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TOMS RIVER – “The time is now. The moment has arrived. The Beast has broken free from the chains of his cage and is here within the walls and halls of Intermediate North.”

Those were the ominous words of Assistant Principal Brian Blake during this morning’s announcements, and what followed was the most fun and raucous moment of the young school year.

The district’s “Attendance Matters” initiative has taken different forms at different schools, but none more beastly than at Intermediate North.

The school’s attendance trophy - the Beast - is a three-tiered, chained award topped with a hulking figure which may or may not be modeled after Assistant Principal David Fanslau. It was personally forged by Blake himself. Which is to say it is definitely not plastic, but rather a 50-pound behemoth with a beast epoxied to the top.

“It’s furniture solid,” said Blake.

“Dry your non-victorious tears... Toughen up.

Grind it out. Set your alarm. Get yourself to school,” Intermediate North Assistant Principal Brian Blake said.

Following morning announcements, Blake and Fanslau, along with Principal Lynn Fronzak, wheeled the trophy through the hallways while “Eye of the Tiger” blasted through the school’s speakers. Students rushed from their classrooms into the hallways to see the Beast in person, and were shocked and delighted by its stature. The Rocky theme transitioned to “We Are the Champions,” because, well, that’s where the Beast was headed, after all.

Mrs. Murphy’s classroom, cycle 823, room C18.

The trophy will remain in room C18 until October’s winner is announced, and Mrs. Murphy’s students--boasting the highest attendance rate for September-- will receive a pizza party courtesy of Papa John’s.

To the school’s non-winners, Blake had a harsh but fair message.

“Dry your non-victorious tears and start the 21-school day march to our October beast,” he said. “Toughen up. Grind it out. Set your alarm.

Get yourself to school not once, not twice, but 21 times, and you might just feel the thunder of the

beast and Papa John rolling into your homeroom on Halloween.”

The Beast, as glorious as it is, is just one of the many ways schools throughout the district are making high attendance a high priority. It’s a culture shift, a sea change, and the results have already become apparent.

There have been 2,776 fewer days absent this September than September 2022, a remarkable 18.5-percent decrease.

The district-wide attendance rate is up 1.3 points from last year, at over 95 percent.

Blake is witnessing the change in real time at Intermediate North, confirming that the school is at a 95-percent attendance rate, and “knocking on the door of number one” among intermediate schools. Behavior referrals are down. More importantly, the culture change is apparent, and there’s a renewed energy in the building.

As the Beast was being transported through the hallways, students were high-fiving, laughing, oohing and ahhing. The energy was joyous and positive. Motivating. Staff, too, are fully on board.

“Teachers have done a phenomenal job of pitching in, and going with everything that’s happening,” said Blake.

And the school has more in store, Beast- and non-Beast related. Individual attendance champions will receive their own pizza parties and free periods with friends in the school’s new Mentor Room, featuring a TV, corn hole, and other games. Individual and classroom attendance winners will have their photos taken and featured prominently in the building. There’s even word a secondary Beast possibly being constructed, but that’s only a rumor at this stage.

Administrators and staff members at Intermediate North and throughout Toms River Schools are out to prove that attendance does really matter, and are implementing fun and innovative methods to prove it. Along the way, they’re experiencing a renewal of their own love for education, for being there.

Which is why, with the words he used to end his morning announcements to students, Blake might as well been motivating himself and his colleagues.

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East, North Percussions Named Best

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Photo courtesy Toms River Schools TOMS RIVER – Following both bands’ wins in Manchester on September 23, High School North and High School East’s drumlines won “Best Percussion” for Group 3A

and 2A, respectively, at the September 30 Tournament of Bands competition at Brick Memorial. They’re banging the drum with congratulations for these musicians!

Blessing Of The Animals At Saint Barbara TOMS RIVER – Do you love your dog, your cat, your horse, your parakeet, your unusual personal pet? If “yes” then consider bringing your beloved pet to Saint Barbara Greek Orthodox Church at 2200 Church Road in Toms River.

The Blessing Of The Animals will be held on October 14 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Pastor Paul Pappas will recite special ancient prayers over

your pet that were passed down from generations of past priests who blessed the animals who were so important to the families who depended on them for their livelihood, their protection, their food, their transportation or simply their enjoyment.

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Toms River Harvest Arts Festival TOMS RIVER – The Toms River Harvest Arts Festival will be on October 21 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Washington Street will be filled with food trucks, merchandise and handcraft vendors, a beer and wine garden and local artists selling and displaying their works as part of a juried art show.

There will be free pumpkin painting for

the kids and other kids activities. Live entertainment from local bands throughout the day. Local businesses, restaurants, brewery and distillery will be open on the street as well. Free admission and free parking in downtown during the event.

Meet your Toms River Vol. Fire Co. No. 1 firefighters while they are at their BBQ tent and beverage garden.

Dixie’s Legacy Gift Auction

TOMS RIVER – Join from 2 to 5 p.m. on November 12 at the Clarion Hotel in Toms River for a gift auction benefiting Dixie’s Legacy!

Dixie’s Legacy Foundation is a nonprofit helping animals and supporting EMS one

rescue at a time. Visit dixielegacyfoundation. org to learn more.

Tickets are $50 and includes meal, dessert, and one sheet of tier-one tickets. Contact Debbie at 732-597-1892 for tickets

Happy Harvest Craft And Vendor Fair TOMS RIVER – Join the East Dover Baptist Church for their Happy Harvest Craft and Vendor Fair on November 18 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Shop their amazing artisans and vendors throughout the lawn and grab a bite to eat or drink at their cafe.

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An event tradition is the presence of an ethnic folkloric band who comes directly from Italy. This year’s group was “Citta’ dei Trulli.”

Chairman Blandina always credits John Giavatto, International Relations Chairman, with continuing to arrange for groups like “Citta’ dei Trulli” to attend various cultural events in Ocean County during their time in America.

Additional performances took place around Ocean County. They visited senior communities and area high schools, before and after the festival weekend.

“Citta’ dei Trulli” consists of approximately 40 members, divided between dancers and musicians. This group was founded in 1928 to represent their region’s traditions, costumes, dances and songs. This marked their first visit to Ocean County.

Former Toms River Councilwoman Maria Maruca served once again as the parade’s announcer at the band stand. She introduced Lisa Pizzella who served as this year’s Grand Marshal - an honor she received due to her efforts on behalf of Italian heritage and culture For the Imbrenda family of Toms River, the parade and festival are a tradition. They were busy cooking up their special brand of Italian sausage and pepper sandwiches throughout the weekend. Lydezia and her husband Pat (who had the day off on parade day) bring their stand Pat’s Italian Sausage every year.

The Toms River Times, October 14, 2023, Page 15 “We’ve had the stand since my daughter was 2,” Lydezia Imbrenda said pointing to her daughter (Joelle Ellis). “She’s 51 now.”

“We have a family recipe. Only family works here and we fight every day,” she joked. “All my grandchildren work here too. My niece and her daughter are here today,” she added.

Imbrenda said she was glad for such great weather. “We don’t know what the word umbrella is so we just wait for the nice weather to come.”

Further down the street was Mick Julia of Mullica Hill who operated Karen and the Nut selling a variety of roasted nuts. “This is our first time here but we started back in 2012. We saw only one person doing it so I decided to give it a try and bought the business.”

Julia said he averages 10 festivals a year.

“We did the Ocean City block party yesterday. I have another stand in Ocean City. We missed Friday but we were here Saturday and came back today.

You could also pick up a T-shirt for $5 to show your Italian pride from the Seaside Heights Italian American Club. Their stand and at least one other featured T-shirts that poked fun of the age-old debate of whether it is called tomato sauce or gravy.

Blandina noted that it takes 12 months to prepare and raise the funds for all that goes on during the weekend. The committee consists of a small group of individuals who are volunteers .

“Their efforts have made the parade and Italian Festival a reality for more than a quarter of a century,” Blandina added.

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TOMS RIVER – Mayor Hill presented certificates of appreciation to Toms River Bureau of Fire Prevention Assistant Chief Foster and Inspector Oeskovic for their assistance during and after a recent fire that occurred in Greenbriar Woodlands.

A question-and-answer event was held recently at the clubhouse to help educate the residents of the community. This was a cooperative effort with the Toms River Township building department and other township offices.

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Continued From Page 8 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.

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Back in the 50s, if you wanted a weather report many watched Uncle Weather-Bee, a weatherman that gave you a straight-forward, unvarnished weather forecast devoid of manufactured hype that infuse so many of today’s weather programs.

Why all the hype in today’s weather forecast? Why are we continually bombarded with so many draconian weather scenarios?

It’s all about getting and holding the viewers’ attention. The more weather programs can dramatize and embellish forecasts, the more likely viewers will stay tuned in. The more that do, the higher the show’s ratings go which translates into more advertising dollars flowing into the station’s coffers.

In other words, “Chicken-Little the sky is falling” sells!

And when it comes to getting the attention of the male viewers, no longer do we see matronly, slightly overweight weather-ladies looking back at us. Now they are either a Venus look-a-like or bear a striking resemblance to Aphrodite. And if there’s one word weather forecasters simply can’t resist, its attaching and emphasizing the word “killer” to any potential storm - it’s a sure-fire attention getter.

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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The only way to keep our democracy and prevent ‘freedom’ for the few, and control over the many, with laws that limit women’s rights, LBGTQ rights, voting rights, but expand gun rights, etc. is to VOTE. Vote like your life depends on it! Our country is built on the rule of law. We are not an authoritarian country. We must not be limiting rights.

Do the right thing in New Jersey and support Senator Vin Gopal, Dr. Margie Donlon and Judge Luanne Peterpaul for Legislative District 11. Why? Because they believe and act for the public good with empathy and skill and honesty. Re-elect Senator Gopal.

Vote for Donlon and Peterpaul. We are New Jersey! Vote for the common good and to keep America in the hands of true patriots.

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Here’s To Your Health Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

The 6 Best Ways To Treat Raynaud’s Disease:

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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The Chipmunk: Tenacious, Fast, And Cute Renee A. Thomaier Retired New Jersey State Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator The chipmunk is the smallest member of the squirrel family. A rodent that can be found in a variety of grounds ranging from forests to deserts, to the suburban neighborhood. There are 25 species of chipmunks.

The ones we see in North America prefer living underground in burrows. Their burrows consist of multiple tunnel systems running 10 to 30 feet in length. These systems consist of a nesting area, food storage areas, all of which is immaculately clean and lined with plant matter and leaves.

Chipmunks are omnivores consuming many foods such as insects, frogs, baby birds, mushrooms, berries, seeds, and nuts

of all kinds. You may notice that chipmunks seem to disappear during the winter months where they live in their tunnel which has been stocked with the gatherings of food they collected in late summer and early fall.

In fact, rather than a state of hibernation, they enter into a state known as ‘torpor,’ meaning they experience periods of activity during the colder months. Chipmunks are not just cute to watch, but this little powerhouse also contributes to the survival of the larger ecosystem by spreading seed and fungi, surrounding the roots of trees, which enables the trees to survive.

Chipmunks are not much for socializing with others or sharing their territory. They are mostly solitary creatures except for breeding season. As spring and late summer arrive, male chipmunks, known as bucks, and females known as does, will come together to mate, and quickly part ways.

Babies are referred to as pups, kits, or kittens, typically consist of three to five per litter, are pink in color, born with their eyes closed, and hairless. Like many mammals, it’s the female who care for their pups. They will begin to venture out of the nest by 4 to 6 weeks exploring the world around them.

They will leave the safety of their home for good at 9 to 10 weeks where they become totally independent of the mother.

I gathered the information for this article from multiple sources so statistics may vary slightly. To reach me please call 732244-2768.

It’s illegal to possess, relocate, or cause harm to wildlife for any reason. Managing wildlife without the proper state/federal permits is illegal. Violating laws protecting wildlife is punishable by law.

Stars In My Backyard At Robert J. Novins Planetarium TOMS RIVER – A live presenter uses “the magic of the dome” to teach school-aged children about the sun, moon, weather, and the constellations and planets visible in the current sky. Along the way, fun stories, songs, and even a passing rainstorm help make this an exciting introduction to the sky for elementary school-aged children and their families.

This live, presenter-led show is approximately 50 minutes long, and best suited for elementary grade levels.

Stars In My Backyard At Robert J. Novins Planetarium will be on October 14, 21, and 28 from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Purchase tickets at ocean.edu/planetarium.

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Around The Jersey Shore 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-chatclub-2023-10.

Toms River Harvest Arts Festival

TOMS RIVER – Join Toms River Fire Dept., Company #1 as they host the Toms River Harvest Arts Festival on October 21 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Washington Street will be filled with food trucks, merchandise & handcraft vendors, a beer & wine garden and local artists selling and displaying their works as part of a juried art show.

There will be free pumpkin painting for the kids and other kid activities. Live entertainment from local bands throughout the day.

Local businesses, restaurants, brewery and distillery will be open on the street as well.

Free admission and free parking in downtown during the event. Meet your Toms River Vol. Fire Co. No. 1 firefighters while they are at their BBQ Tent and beverage garden.

Family Nature Walk And Scavenger Hunt For Breast Cancer Awareness

TOMS RIVER – Join Pure Toms River Yoga on October 13 at 5:30 p.m. for a Donation Based Family Sunset Nature Walk at Cattus Island and Scavenger Hunt for Breast Cancer Awareness.

This walk will be on the main trail to the beach where a short meditation will be

performed before walking back. Kids will be provided a Halloween themed scavenger hunt.

Donations will be for Mary’s Place by the Sea. Pre-registration is required, and they will meet at the entrance of the park.

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Craft Fair And Flea Market

TOMS RIVER – The Pleasant Plains Vol. Fire Department is hosting a Craft Fair and Flea Market on October 21 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Firehouse, 40 Clayton Avenue,

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Automobile insurance is mandatory in New Jersey. The failure to carry automobile insurance may be punishable by imprisonment.

When purchasing automobile insurance, you have two choices; you are required to select either a Basic Policy or a Standard Policy.

We do not recommend choosing the Basic Policy.

The Basic Policy only provides minimal coverage and leaves you unprotected in several areas. A Basic Policy only provides you with $5,000.00 of property damage liability coverage if someone makes a claim against you and only provides $15,000.00 of medical expense benefits should you require medical treatment for your injuries.

The Basic Policy does not cover you if you injure someone else. The Basic Policy does not provide Uninsured Motorist coverage to protect you and your family if the careless driver who causes the collision is uninsured or is insured under a Basic Policy. Perhaps most importantly, the Basic Policy will not provide you with a free lawyer to defend any claim against your personal assets.

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When you purchase the Standard Policy, you must elect a “tort option” that will determine your right to make a claim. You must select either the “limitation on lawsuit option” or the “no limitation on lawsuit option.” If you purchase the Basic Policy then you are assigned the “limitation on lawsuit option.” We recommend that you choose the “no limitation on lawsuit option.” Ask your insurance representative what is the actual dollar amount that your overall premium will increase if you elect the “no limitation on lawsuit option.”

By choosing the “limitation on lawsuit option” you are limiting your legal right to make a claim for monetary damages unless you sustain one of the following injuries: Death, Dismemberment; Significant scarring or disfigurement; Displaced Fractures; Loss of Fetus or a Permanent Injury that can been diagnosed by credible, objective medical testing.

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TOMS RIVER – What’s in your closet? Join the Girl Scouts of The Jersey Shore in de-cluttering as they donate items to A&E Clothing Corporation.

(They need 100 bags to raise any money for our council -so let’s get cleaning!)

Items can be dropped off at the Ocean Service Center garage (1405 Old Freehold Road, Toms River) at the following dates/ times: October 5, 5 to 7 p.m.

October 6, 5 to 7 p.m.

October 7, 9 to 11 a.m.

Do you have a cadette or older girl looking for ser vice hours? They are looking for older girl and adult help on October 7 at 11 a.m. until the truck is loaded. If interested - email Pat at rdapat57@aol.com.

What are they looking for: baby accessories, backpacks, bed sheets, belts, bicycles, blankets, briefcases, car seats (w/base), clothes, comforters, curtains, drapery, gloves, handbags, hats, pocketbooks, quilts, scarves, shoes (in separate bag), soft toys, stuffed animals, ties, towels.

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CLASSIFIEDS For Rent Seaside Park - Yearly one bedroom apartment $1,450 and Bayfront, Marina, three bedroom private Capecod home with waterfront deck and sunsets $3,200. 908-278-5491.

(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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B2B Services SalesTeamStaffing.com A highly specialized, NJ based recruiting agency for companies seeking the top Sales Professionals in their field. Add significantly to your bottom line. Phone: 201-815-2636 Email: Reps@SalesTeamStaffing. com (Guaranteed Results).

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646 Bogota Ln. Forked River - 917697-7094, Appt only. Ron Lee Statues/ Figures, Hess trucks, various toy trucks, cameras, small toys, wallets, trickle down chargers, flashlights, small tools, reels, ceramic fish, Tifany clock, other clocks, misc items.

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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.

Call 917-681-6809. (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) Advertise in the main sections of Micromedia’s weekly newspapers. Your ad will be seen by thousands. Our skilled team of account executives can work with any budget. Call 732-657-7344 ext. 206 for more information.

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

Call Jim 732-674-3346.

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Since 1979, Kitchen Magic, a family-owned business offering cabinet refacing, new cabinetry, and luxury countertop throughout the Northeast. We transform kitchens in less time, with less stress, at an amazing value. Call today for a free estimate 1-844-367-2477. (t/n)

Computer Tutoring for Seniors – Retired, “Microsoft Certified” instructor. Very Reasonable rates. Very patient with slow learners. I’ll teach you in the comfort of your home on your computer. I can trouble shoot your slow computer! I also teach iPhone and iPad. I set up new computers at less than half the price the retailers charge. Windows 10 specialist. I can also build a beautiful small business website at a fraction of the going rates. Special Projects always welcome! Tony 732-997-8192. (t/n)

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.

(44) Garden State Property Maintenance - All yard work. Tree-trimming and removal, stump grinding, pavers, decks, flower beds, weeding. 609-661-5470. (t/n) Become a Published Author. We want to Read Your Book! Dorrance Publishing-Trusted by Authors Since 1920.

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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.

Family owned. Fully licensed and insured. Call Bob 732-616-5007. (t/n) MY HANDY CREW - Home repairs, carpentry, painting roofing and siding, decks, powerwashing, yardwor,k all your home maintenance needs. $ave.

Call Clark 732-850-5060. Insured and NJ License #13VH11804800.

(46) LANDSCAPING - Restorations, Repairs, Stones, Mulch, Sod Installs, Hedges, Shrubs, Bushes, Downed Branches Trimmed & Removed, Demolition, Cleanouts, ect., Dumpster service provided by A901 Licensed Hauler ect. MAN WITH VAN LLC. Jim 609-335-0330 HIC# 13vh10806000.

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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(45) THE RIDE GUY - Takes you anywhere! No limits. Comfy mini-van. Call Charlie 732-2163176 or Email: cr@exit109.com.

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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.

Interior/Exterior. Unbeatable pricing. Meticulous work. All materials and jobs guaranteed.

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

Free estimates and referrals. Call John 267-475-7962.

(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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Learn To Play The - Flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, trombone, or drums, from a NJ State Certified Teacher of Instrumental Music, in your home! Call 732-3504427 for more information.

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Please feel free to stop in and check your ad.

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Photo Of The Week

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!

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Boat Flare Disposal Program Rescheduled For October 21

WARETOWN – The Ocean County boat f lare 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.

$300 OFF MONTHLY RENT on selected locations.

Reserve by 11/15/23, move in by 12/31/23.

No other discounts apply.

Residents can drop off a maximum of 10 flares.

Materials that will be accepted are Red Hand-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 Count y Depar t ment 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.

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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.

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FUN & GAMES SUDOKU

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Across 1 Item sold with an envelope 5 Olive Garden selections 11 “Dropped” drug 14 Nabisco cookie 15 Wool source 16 Reverent feeling 17 *Saddle attachment for a tall jockey?

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20 Supplement 21 Sweet potato kin 22 Targets 23 Oodles 26 “I Dream of __” 28 *Stevedore school instruction?

32 “A Sorta Fairytale” singer Tori 33 Shop __ you drop 34 Thaw, as a wing 37 Familial nickname 38 Billiards stick 41 Org. with seven

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68 Title usually abbreviated 69 With 53-Across, “The Mandalorian” franchise Down

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27 Deputy 28 Where to find a cocina 29 In a group of 30 Annual floral pro-

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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.

(For 25 years, confident cooks in the know have relied on America’s Test Kitchen for rigorously tested recipes developed by professional test cooks and vetted by 60,000 at-home recipe testers. See more online at www.americastestkitchen. com/TCA.) (c) 2023 AMERICA’S TEST KITCHEN. DISTRIBUTED BY TRIBUNE CONTENT AGENCY, LLC.

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