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Photo courtesy Plumsted Township Local Girl Scouts lower a retired American flag and later raised a new one during this year’s Plumsted Township Veterans Day ceremony.

By Bob Vosseller PLUMSTED – Residents, dignitaries and other guests came together in commemoration of U.S. servicemembers who were victims of the tragic Beirut bombing of a

peacekeeping force 40 years ago.

The ceremony also served to honor all veterans of the nation and was held at Sgt. David Southard Plaza on Main Street.

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No Knock Ordinance Re-Introduced

By Bob Vosseller PLUMSTED – The township’s “No Knock” ordinance was re-introduced after further revisions during the most recent Township Committee meeting.

The issue of when political and religious canvassing could occur

has been an issue of deMembers of Combate during Committee mitteeman Dominick meetings.

Cuozzo’s church were For months Police going door-to-door inChief Earl Meroney viting people to serurged township officials vices. However, they to revise the munici- were soliciting during pality’s “No Knock” hours that were not alOrdinance following an lowed by ordinance, beincident that occurred tween noon and 2 p.m. on April 23.

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teeman Leonard Grilletto, wearing the same uniform he wore while he was in the service, spoke about the grim anniversary and the plaque that honored the fallen members of the Armed Forces in

Beirut, Lebanon.

Other speakers at the Veterans Day event included Pastor Genever Vinson of Vision of Promise Ministry on Magnolia Avenue, New Egypt; a representative (Vets - See Page 2)

November 25, 2023

GOP President Named New Councilman

By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – Mordechai Burnstein who heads the Jackson GOP organization was voted in during a recent special council meeting to fill the unexpired term of Councilman Martin Flemming who resigned in October.

Flemming resigned having officially moved into his new residence which is outside the township and was therefore no longer eligible to serve on the council or as a member of the planning board.

Burnstein was chosen in a 3-2 vote. Council President Steve Chisholm and Vice Council President Nino Borrelli voted against his appointment while Councilman Scott Sargent and Councilwoman Jennifer Kuhn voted in support of the motion.

By procedure when such a deadlock occurs,

the mayor can step in and break the tie which is what Mayor Michael Reina did with this vote.

The event of a tie-breaker occurring was not a surprise to those residents who have been attending council meetings and following the political bickering that has occurred between the all-Republican council this year.

“I am honored to have this opportunity to serve our township. It has been a privilege to call Jackson home and to be raising our family here. I am excited about the chance to give back and look forward to working in collaboration with my fellow council members, the mayor, and the residents of Jackson as we continue to move our township forward,” Bu r nstei n told T he Jackson Times.

Chisholm and Borrelli (GOP- See Page 2)

Will Warm Autumn Give Way To Harsh Winter?

Photo by Bob Vosseller Autumn colors graced the leaves at this park in Jackson despite nearly summer-like temperatures.

By Alyssa Riccardi NEW JERSEY – For the past three winters, La Niña weather patterns have brought record-low snowfall to New Jersey.

This winter, forecasters have confirmed an El Niño weather pattern which could potentially bring lots of snow for the

first time in years.

Dr. David A. Robinson, New Jersey State Climatologist and Rutgers University Professor, described how the last couple of winters brought little to no snow.

“Last winter in particular was mild and snow

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Vets:

Continued From Page 1 of Congressman Christopher Smith’s office, 12th District Assemblymen Alex Sauickie and Rob Clifton, Mayor Robert Bowen, American Legion Post #455 Commander Jennifer Duffield; and Past American Legion Department of New Jersey Vice Commander Anthony L. Gladden.

Local Girl Scout Troop members lowered a retired American flag and raised a new one during the ceremony. The Pledge of Allegiance and the Gettysburg Address was recited with the uncovering of the flags of the U.S. Coast Guard and Space Force.

Flags and pens commemorating this event were distributed to the large crowd that was in attendance in the plaza. The ceremony was part of the Township Committee’s Pride in Plumsted program.

Grilletto stated that a separate date will be scheduled by the County Cultural and Heritage Commission to celebrate the placement of a plaque for Thomas Chafey, an American Revolutionary War veteran buried at the Zion Cemetery on Route 528.

The history behind the 299 lives lost in the Beirut barracks terrorist bombing attacks against U.S. and French armed forces in Beirut on October 23, 1983 was reviewed.

The attacks took place amid the sectarian

conflict of the Lebanese civil war (1975–90) and hastened the removal of the international peacekeeping force from Lebanon in February 1984.

This multinational peacekeeping force was made up of troops from the United States, France and Italy. They arrived in Lebanon in August 1982 as part of a cease-fire agreement signed by Israel and the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO).

While the situation appeared to have stabilized by early 1983, violence broke out on April 18, 1983, when a car bomb destroyed the U.S. embassy in West Beirut, killing dozens of American foreign service workers and Lebanese civilians.

On October 23, 1983, a dump truck packed with an estimated 12,000 pounds of explosives crashed through the front gates of the U.S. Marine barracks in Beirut. The 241 marines and sailors who died in the explosion represented the largest loss of life in a single day for the U.S. Marine Corps since the Battle of Iwo Jima in 1945.

A second suicide bomber drove into the barracks of a French paratrooper detachment in West Beirut resulting in an explosion that toppled the building. The 58 soldiers that were inside the building were killed. Within four months, elements of the multinational force started to withdraw to ships offshore, and the last of the U.S. Marines left Beirut on February 26, 1984.

GOP:

Continued From Page 1 who are both up for re-election next year, supported Jeffrey Riker, a long-time member of the Planning Board, rather than Burnstein for the vacant council seat.

Sargent and Kuhn ran with Reina last year.

Reina ran against then-Council President Flemming and it proved to be one of the community’s most aggressive campaigns and also served to cause a divide within the Jackson GOP organization. In the end, Reina prevailed and his council running mates defeated the GOP council incumbents in office. There was no Democratic slate in the contest.

This also led to a change in leadership within the Jackson GOP Club with Burnstein taking office as chairman early in the year.

“The bi-laws of the club do not require a change in presidency given my new role on (GOP - See Page 4)

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Continued From Page 2 council,” Burnstein told The Jackson Times.

The addition of Burnstein, who is a strong supporter of Reina, to the dais marks a change in the balance of power within the council.

Since January, Flemming, who served as council president, Chisholm as vice council

No Knock:

Continued From Page 1 on Sunday. A police officer stopped them and it became a larger issue when Cuozzo arrived and said that the cop worked for him and ordered him to leave the parishioners alone.

The police chief maintained that his officer was following the law as it was written and that if it needed to be changed, that’s something the Township Committee had to do.

Some residents spoke during meetings, stating they were in favor of regulating hours when political or religious canvassers could not visit their homes as they had no interest in anyone on their property.

Township Attorney Jean Cipriani previously cautioned the Committee that having too restrictive an ordinance could open the municipality up to be legally challenged because the Constitution afforded a degree of solicitation for religious and political purposes for their freedom of expression.

Mayor Robert Bowen said the canvassing would be allowed Monday through Sunday, but restricted to the hours of 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

president and Borrelli have voted in unison.

Sargent and Kuhn have also voted in unison in what frequently were 3 to 2 votes on matters of council committee assignments, selection of council president and council vice president and certain ordinances and resolutions.

In recent months, the council argued over many topics, such as appointments to the

volunteer land use boards and the open space committee.

In July, Flemming stepped down as council president and alerted the governing body and the public of his intent to resign from the dais before the end of the year as he was moving out of Jackson after being a resident for more than 40 years.

Burnstein is also a member of the planning

board and will serve as council’s liaison to the planning board. The Planning Board is led by Tzvi Herman, who also backed Reina’s re-election last year. During the special meeting, Burnstein who like Herman, is a member of the Orthodox Jewish community in the township, said the Orthodox currently constitute 20 to 30 percent of the township’s population.

Committeeman Cuozzo said “the problem with the ordinance in the first place was that it was vague and unclear. We need to make it very, very clear.”

Cipriani noted, “every trade, solicitor or canvasser shall restrict his or her door-todoor activities to the hours between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. period. Since we are allowing it on all days there is no reason to mention the days of the week at all.”

“My only thought was that if we don’t mention the days then they go look for an exemption,” the mayor added.

“My position has always been just put a no knock sign up on your door,” Committeeman Leonard Grilletto said. “This tells them not to come at all and if they do, ask them to leave. If they don’t leave just call the police.”

“I think we put in considerable time, coming up with the time. I think we should be as specific as we can be so there is no misinterpretation. You need a start time and end time,” Committeeman Michael Hammerstone said.

Grilletto, Bowen and Hammerstone each voted yes on the hours being 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. seven days a week. Deputy Mayor

Herb Marinari was absent due to illness and Committeeman Dominick Cuozzo attended via speaker phone at the November meeting.

He abstained from voting.

The second reading and public hearing of this ordinance will take place during the Township Committee’s December 7 meeting.

stown Road sidewalk from Meadowbrook up to Province Line Road; completing the Union Transportation Trail from Jacobstown Road to Evergreen Road; upgrading crosswalks around the schools on Evergreen Road and Main Street.

“All three projects would enhance our downtown for pedestrians and bike riders,” Mayor Bowen said. The township has been upgrading its telephone and internet networks to fiber optic cable at the municipal building and police station. This is expected to be completed in the next few months and is a major upgrade to the communications capabilities at both buildings.

The township is also completing energy audits for the municipal building, police station, OEM/EMS Services building, maintenance building and recreation complex. The audits offer strategies to reduce energy use while enhancing the facilities the mayor added.

Mayor Bowen referenced recent public events such as a flu vaccination clinic held at the township library, an open house at the

Roadwork, Grants And Energy Audits Mayor Bowen noted during his committee report that Route 539 had been repaved in October from Route 528 in Plumsted to Horicon Avenue in Manchester. He also said that two more road repaving projects had been scheduled. They include Route 537 from Evergreen Road to Province Line Road and Archertown Road from Long Swamp Road to Colliers Mills Road.

The work will be performed at night between 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. and should have been completed by the end of November.

The mayor said the township had applied for a New Jersey Department of Transportation 2024 Safe Routes to School grant that includes three elements: extending the Jacob-

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Holiday Help For Veterans And Other Homeless People Capitol Comments Assemblyman Alex Sauickie

TRENTON - As we approach the holiday season, we naturally find ourselves in an ever-increasing rush to get things done: dig out our decorations and get them up, plan parties and other get-togethers, and of course buy gifts for family and friends.

Yet one of the best things to happen as the holidays grow near is that people and organizations think more about the less fortunate, those who for whatever reason have fallen on hard times, and pitch in to help. Groups that do such good works yearround often make their strongest pitches near year’s end, and people tend to be more responsive.

Last year, I made my office a collection point for donations to veterans and some of their family members who reside in our state’s three veterans’ nursing homes. The outpouring of love and respect for our country’s veterans was huge and heartwarming.

People from all around our area dropped off a wide variety of personal needs items.

Our office’s reception area was overflowing with toothbrushes and toothpaste, soap and shampoo, razors and shaving cream, and much more. It took a group of staff,

National Guard members and myself to load up the vehicles for the trip to the homes.

This year, I’ve decided to do something simpler, but still very impactful. I’d like to ask our very generous friends and neighbors to help veterans who are at perhaps the very lowest point in their lives, as well as non-veterans who are in similarly dire straits.

Many, if not most, of us know a veteran or two, and understand the sacrifices they make to serve our country. Many had to spend days, weeks, even months or more away from their families and friends while on air or naval missions, or on extended overseas deployments. Combat veterans took on the heavy burden of seeing and doing things that are terribly difficult, to say the least, and too many suffer from physical or other after-effects of that service.

Naturally, we are grateful for their service and support government programs and nonprofits alike that tend to their needs.

As I’ve written before, one such nonprofit is Just Believe, Inc., Ocean County’s own group of dedicated humanitarians who provide important services to homeless people, and those at risk of becoming homeless.

I first met Paul Hulse, the CEO of Just Believe, last year when I was a brand-new member of the Assembly Military and

Veterans’ Affairs Committee. I had read that Just Believe was in the process of building a sober living transitional housing facility for veterans, and wanted to learn more about those efforts and see if there was any way I could help.

It was quite an education that I received from Paul and his team, one that motivated me to say and do more on homelessness than I had expected when I joined the Assembly. It’s not only people with mental, emotional or substance abuse problems who find themselves homeless or on the brink of it. Working and retired folks with an otherwise sufficient income can quickly lose housing when their rent is suddenly increased beyond their means.

Recently I met with a young woman, a local mother of four grade-schoolers, who contacted me about the precarious situation she and her kids are in regarding stable housing. Her story is heartbreaking, and unfortunately it’s more common than most realize.

Homeless people aren’t a homogenous group, but rather a cross-section of society. In addition to retirees and working-class people, about seven percent of New Jersey’s homeless population are veterans, according to one estimate. Whatever the number or percentage may be, we owe it to them to aid and support them however we can.

There are bigger things to be done, and I’ve been working on many in the Legislature. But seemingly small things can help as well, and

they’re often easy to do.

That’s why, this year, I’m again making my office a drop-off point for donations. It’s long been known that socks are the most-requested item in homeless shelters. Homeless people have to do a lot of walking, whether it’s to shelters, food banks, government offices or elsewhere. Keeping feet dry and warm, especially during the coming winter, will help not only with comfort but also to protect against foot diseases.

Please bring socks, preferably new, but washed and in good shape will be accepted, too. My office will make sure they get to Paul and his great team at Just Believe, and provide them to those who need them.

My office is at 405 Route 539, also known as Pinehurst Road, in Plumsted (if you use GPS, you may need to enter Cream Ridge or New Egypt). More simply, it’s at the intersection of Routes 539 and 537, about five miles south of Six Flags Great Adventure. If you need directions or have any questions, you can call us at 609-758-0205 or email us at AsmSauickie@njleg.org.

Together, let’s do something pretty easy to help those whose lives are pretty hard right now.

Alex Sauick ie is a life-long Jackson resident who represents his home town and 13 other towns in the State Assembly. Follow him on Facebook (/ AssemblymanAlex) and on Instagram (@ AssemblymanAlex), or visit his website at AssemblymanAlex.com.

Bill Would Promote Housing Stability Among Low-Income Veteran Families Capitol Comments Senator Cory Booker

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Cory Booker introduced the Supportive Services for National Guard and Reserve Component Veterans and Families Act, legislation that would expand the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) program to include former members of the National Guard and Reserves who have retired or separated from service after having served a term of enlistment.

Established in 2011, the SSVF program promotes housing stability among very low-income veteran families who reside in or are transitioning to permanent housing. The program has helped decrease veteran homelessness by 50% and has assisted 850,000 veterans and their families by permanently housing, rapidly rehousing, or preventing them from becoming homeless. However, under the program’s current guidelines, many former members of the National Guard and Reserve Component who were not activated for federal active-duty military service while serving, are ineligible for the program.

“The SSVF program has provided critical housing assistance to former

servicemembers during their times of need, reducing veteran homelessness rates by 50 percent and assisting some of our most vulnerable veterans during the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Sen. Booker. “Yet, despite the program’s success, veterans of the National Guard and Reserves are unable to take advantage of its benefits even though they have sacrificed for this nation. This bill would remove this barrier, expanding eligibility to this vital program so that more veterans and their families can access the resources they deserve.”

“Reserve and National Guard service members stand ready to deploy at a moment’s notice to serve their country and state at home and abroad,” said David Pearson, Co-Chair NJ SOS Vet-

eran Stakeholders and Assistant Director Catholic Charities Veterans Services.

“We owe them and their families resources to ensure that none of them experience homelessness. NJ SOS Veteran Stakeholders and Catholic Charities thank Senator Booker for introducing legislating to expand Supportive Services for Very Low-Income Veteran Families (SSVF) to include those who have served in the National Guard and Reserves.”

In addition to expanding eligibility of the SSVF program, the legislation would also require the Secretary of Defense to submit an annual report to Congress detailing food and housing insecurity experienced by current reserve component service members, across all seven components of the Reserves and National Guard.

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Thanksgiving Wish From Rescue Ridge HOWELL – Thanksgiving is a time when we are thankful for all that we have. We bless our family and friends that make our lives whole and wish peace among the world.

Thanksgiving is also a time of helping others in need and Rescue Ridge is asking for just that. Help. Rescue Ridge is a 501(c)3 non-profit, no-kill animal rescue group working by the Jersey Shore. With taking many homeless animals or those who would otherwise be euthanized, volunteers are seeking help from the public and corporations. Volunteers are asking for basic donations to help homeless animals in need. Rescue Ridge does not receive funding from any town or county and volunteers need to raise funds for veterinarian expenses, not to mention the daily expense of caring for all these animals.

Volunteers are asking for monetary donations, gift cards to pet stores, gas cards, Wee Wee pads, hard rubber toys for dogs, cat toys, baby blankets, cleaning supplies such as bleach (must say kills 99% germs), mops, rubber gloves, medical gloves, garbage bags (industrial size), paper towels and laundry detergent (must say HE) cat litter (clumping), cat food (Friskies or Fancy Feast wet any flavor), and Merrick dog food (any flavor), blankets, and towels in good condition.

It is with the generosity of our community that volunteers are able to help make a difference in the lives of homeless animals that would otherwise be euthanized at

local county shelters.

Volunteers dedicate themselves to the welfare, sheltering and placement of homeless animals. We are committed to educating the public on the humane treatment of animals, animal cruelty, and overpopulation and promoting importance of spay/neuter and low-cost options including preventative care. “We one day seek to put an end to adoptable animals being euthanized due to lack of a home, space or compassion. Our Mission is to rescue. Our Dream is that one day we won’t have to.”

Rescue Ridge measures its success only on the number of adoptions and lives it can save.

If you can find it in your heart to give to this wonderful organization this Thanksgiving, please drop off your donation(s) at Highland Kennel located at 1424 Maxim Southard Road, Howell. Best times for drop off at this location are from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. then from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. seven days a week, or you may mail in a check to Rescue Ridge at PO Box 223, Spring Lake, NJ 07762 and mark check Thanksgiving Donation. You can also donate to Rescue Ridge online at rescueridge.com.

All donations are tax deductible. If you wish to have a letter sent for your taxes, please submit a self-address envelope with your donation value to us.

Happy Thanksgiving from our furry faces and volunteers.

Crestwood Village 5 Resident Club Upcoming Events WHITING – Crestwood Village 5 Resident Club has announced the following upcoming events: Resident Club Dance CV-5: December 2 from 7 to 11 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

Music by “DJ LOUIE.” Cost is $10 in advance and $12 at the door. Nonrefundable unless canceled. Includes snacks, soft drinks, coffee, tea, dessert. BYOB. For more information call Debbie at 201-618-8514.

Tribute Elvis Show by Evan Mills: December 18 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Doors open at 5:15 p.m. Cost is $10. Cutoff date is December 12. Nonrefundable unless cancelled.

Includes snack and soft drink. For more information, call Debbie at 201-618-8514.

New Year Gala: December 31 from 7 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. Music by “Don Pesce.” Cost is $55 per person.

No tickets sold at the door. Cutoff date is December 19. Includes buffet: baked ziti, meatballs, eggplant parm., chicken Francese, sausage and peppers, pasta primavera, tossed salad, bread and butter, coffee, snacks, soft drinks, tea, and dessert. There will be noise makers, hats, and tiaras.

For more information, call Debbie at 201-618-8514.

Car Cruise And Holiday Toy Drive CREAM RIDGE – Join at Plumsted Grill, 457 Route 539 in Cream Ridge, on November 26 from 12 to 4 p.m. for Car Cruise and Holiday Toy Drive.

Bring a new unwrapped toy for a child (age 2 to 12) to brighten their spirits this holiday

season. All of the toys and donations will go directly to Natalia’s Purpose. Natalia’s Purpose is to find a cure for Pulmonary Vein Stenosis (PVS) and support families with the unimaginable struggle of caring for seriously ill infants and children.

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Photo courtesy Calling All Cats JACKSON – Calling All Cats is a cat rescue group made up of volunteers, some of whom work at a spay and neuter clinic. People would drop off unwanted cats. As a group, they save the babies that are left alone, the countless mothers that have had numerous litters and those that are losing or have lost their home.

Introducing Duncan! Duncan is a wild child. He can climb and get to where ever and whatever he wants!

His little size doesn’t hold him back!

He loves his snacks and feeding time. He gets along with cats and

dogs! He’ll be getting full medical soon!

To help humanely lower the feline population, they spay and neuter feral cats and then find homes for the friendly adults and the offspring that have been born. The rescue works extremely hard to find the best homes for cats of all shapes, sizes, colors and ages. While these cats wait, they are cared for in safe, loving, and nurturing foster homes To start the application process, visit Calling All Cats on Facebook and Petfinder.com.

Ocean County Historical Society Holiday Open House TOMS RIVER – On November 25 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Ocean County Historical Society will be hosting its annual Victorian Holiday Open House.

The Elizabeth Sculthorpe Force house is located in Downtown Toms River at 26 Hadley Avenue. Make sure to bring your children, grandchildren and entire family

for picture taking with Santa and Mrs. Santa. They will be there from 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. Tours of the Victorian home and museum will be offered all day. In addition, refreshments will be provided and also, there will be gifts for the children.

Best of all, it’s all free! For additional information, call Jeff at 609-339-9134.

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Continued From Page 4 New Egypt Firehouse, the Township Drug and Alcohol Alliance’s Senior Wellness Fair at the Primary School, the Oakford Lake Fishing Derby, and a free rabies clinic at the Pine Street Maintenance Building.

Proclamations And Resolutions The meeting featured a proclamation commemorating the holiday of Thanksgiving written by Committeeman Cuozzo and read

Weather:

Continued From Page 1 free for south Jersey. It was the least snowy winter on record, and we go back to 1895’s winter. When you get to the central and northern counties it was definitely one of the 10 least snowy winters,” Robinson said. “There was low snow fall, mild temperatures. We had two cold blasts. In and out quickly, in December and February. But nothing stuck, we had no long periods of cold weather. It was also a quiet winter, not many coastal storms.”

“The winter before was an interesting one.

It wasn’t particularly snowy and stormy, but there were two storms that affected south Jersey, one in early January and one in late January. Again though, not exceptionally cold and snowy outside of those two events in January. We’ve not been challenged all that much the last three winters,” Robinson added.

In recent years, the autumn season has been nowhere close to “sweater weather,” with temperatures sometimes reaching into the 70s or even 80s. Robinson explained how despite the warming winters, they have yet to see it affect the average snowfall in New Jersey.

“The one thing we’ve found, despite our winters warming, we’re on the average - not getting less snow because we’re still getting big snow events. In coastal New Jersey, if you’re

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by Mayor Bowen. A resolution was also passed supporting Israel following the October 7 attack on citizens by the terrorist organization Hamas.

Tree Lighting The Plumsted Township Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony will take place at 6 p.m. on December 2 in front of Town Hall on Evergreen Street. Santa Claus will be transported to the site via New Egypt Fire Company fire truck following his sleigh ride from the North Pole to New Egypt.

getting 18 inches of snow in a storm, that’s 2/3 or more of your average annual snow fall. So, it only takes one event to sometimes make a memorable winter,” Robinson said.

El Niño is characterized by unusually warm ocean temperatures in the Equatorial Pacific and influences conditions in the tropics. The climate pattern can impact the weather all over the world.

Robinson said El Niño has some influence in the mid-Atlantic but not all too much.

“When it comes to winters during these El Niño periods, some are stronger and some are weaker. Each one has its own personality.

Therefore, no two are alike in the middle latitudes. It’s rare to get back-to-back El Niño winters,” Robinson said.

El Niño winters tend to favor a coastal storm track, nor’easters. Robinson explained how some of New Jersey’s biggest snow storms tend to come with nor’easters.

“The storm tracks off the coast throws moisture into New Jersey and if you can tap some cold air coming down from Canada you’ve got the ingredients for a snowstorm,” Robinson said. “We’ve had some memorable snow storms in El Niño winters, but some of our least snowy winters in New Jersey have been El Niño winters because despite the coastal storms we haven’t been able to get the cold air here in time.”

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Continued From Page 9 So how much snow is New Jersey expected to get this winter? According to Robinson, it’s hard to predict at this time.

“Essentially what we’re looking at for this winter, we worry about nor’easters, whether they’re wet or white because there’s coastal flooding and beach erosion. So, we really need to keep an eye out for coastal storms this winter,” Robinson said. “It terms of getting hit with a big storm, the potential is there. But again, everything has to fall into place, the cold and the moisture.”

For coastal New Jersey, there’s even more factors that play a part to result in a big snow storm. If the winds turn onto the coast just a little bit from the east, you bring in enough warm air and it goes to rain, compared to inland where it’s snowing.

“With coastal New Jersey, it’s even more challenging because everyone who lives along the coast knows it’s hard to maintain snowfall during a storm,” Robinson said. “So, if you

think I know how much it’s going to snow this winter, if you think anyone knows how much it’s going to snow in coastal New Jersey, they don’t.”

Despite not knowing how much snow New Jersey will receive this year, Robinson said the state will definitely receive more snow than last year’s mild winter.

“The fact is, we need to be prepared. In an El Niño winter it really benefits to be prepared because we have in the past been hit with very significant snow storms. But this should not be a persistently snowy, cold winter. That is not an El Niño signal,” Robinson said. “Even with the warming, we still haven’t gotten to the point where so many of our weather systems that in the past would have been snow, are now rain. We have not reached that point yet here in central/ north Atlantic. We’re beginning to see signs of that in the southern part of the country.”

“Although we cannot predict the exact amount of snow, we know we will have more snow than last year and it all depends on the El Niño weather pattern,” Robinson added.

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

4 Plants That Are Poisonous To Pets

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

I generally speak to how plants and nature can help us feel better, but some of them aren’t so friendly. And some definitely aren’t pet-friendly.

Flowers are quite intriguing when you think about it. They keep us alive, keep us healthy, they produce oxygen and help the bees pollinate. And round and round our planet spins!

While there are hundreds of plants that can be found inside our homes and outside of them that pose a threat to our pet’s health. The following are some of the most toxic plants for our fur-babies.

1. Foxglove. This plant is absolutely stunning, but it is equally toxic to both dogs and cats (and horses). The vivid and bright colors of this flower might attract to you, but if you have pets, you may want to think twice before checking out. If enough is eaten, this plant can cause vomiting, diarrhea, weakness, cardiac arrhythmias, cardiac failure and yes, even death. The prescription heart failure drug called Digoxin is made from digitalis which is extracted from this plant!

2. Lillies. Lilies of all sorts are toxic to cats and dogs, but symptoms are usually worse for our feline friends.

All parts of this vibrant plant are considered poisonous, even those lovely petals. If your cat drinks the water in this vase or if they get into the pollen of this flower, they might experience mild symptoms such as drooling, vomiting, changes in urination or diarrhea. Other more serious reactions are acute kidney

failure/problems, neurological issues, tremors, seizures, depression, inability to walk or limb weakness and even coma or death.

3. Mistletoe. While this plant offers a cozy and sentimental touch to your home this holiday season, you might want to ensure that this smooch-inspiring plant is kept out of reach of pets. This festive shrub can be toxic to dogs, especially the European variety (Viscum album), while the American variety (Phoradendron serotinum) is more toxic to cats. A pet may experience drooling, vomiting, abdominal pain, and other gastrointestinal irritations.

For me, mistletoe mixed with pets is a Ho-Ho-NO… Just get a fake one.

4. Oleander. This popular garden plant is toxic to all sorts of animals, but especially to dogs, cats, rabbits, horses, goats, cattle and sheep. This plant contains the toxic cardiac glycoside oleandrin. Symptoms can show as early as an hour after ingestion and may appear as the following: Drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, nausea, drowsiness, abdominal pain, dilated pupils, lethargy, and weakness.

If you’re not sure about a plant you have and notice that your pet is acting a little odd, please do not hesitate to contact an animal hospital or your local vet to see what they advise based on symptoms.

Keep in mind that time is of the essence when a pet (or person) has gotten into something poisonous. If you’d like to read a longer version of this article, it is posted at my website suzycohen.com.

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

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Consumer lease agreements must meet certain statutory and regulatory criteria designed to protect you as the consumer.

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For example, a lease agreement must identify and lay out accurately and in a clear and conspicuous manner the number, amount, and due dates or periods of periodic payments as well as the total amount of such periodic payments. Another well-known deficiency with solar

lease agreements is the failure to include a clear and conspicuous early termination notice or an end of term purchase option.

Sometimes, violations of the leasing laws and regulations provide the consumer with the ability to get-out of their lease agreement or defend a lawsuit filed by the solar company when the consumer has found themselves behind in their monthly lease payments.

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Jackson Township To Form Multicultural Committee JACKSON – Jackson Township is announcing the formation of the Jackson Township Multicultural Committee, dedicated to fostering unity, celebrating diversity and ensuring an inclusive community for all.

This Committee will consist of approximately 34 members, one from each voting district, that will meet regularly to create and organize community events in building bridges and bringing together residents from different religious, non-religious and

cultural backgrounds, as well as create and implement a public education campaign that will focus on highlighting diversity within the Township and promoting cultural and religious sensitivity and acceptance of all members of the Township.

If you are interested in shaping a more inclusive and harmonious future for our community, send an email to officeofadministration@jacksontwpnj.net. Please be sure to include name, address, email and best contact number.

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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 $2,800. 908-278-5491.

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Must see never used. Dinette set with 18 in leaf and 6 chairs Off white. Lots of items 848-240-3720, please text. Toms River.

(51) Craftsman Table - 4 feet long, height 34 inches, 4 drawers and 1 large cabinet on left side. Wooden macinest tool box, 5 small drawers and 2 long drawers, all drawers have machine tools. 732-849-0003. (52)

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Help Wanted 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) 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)

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)

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)

$$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ 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)

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)

Cash Paid! Records 33/45, CD's, reel to reels. We pick up the phone!

Travel to house or meet. Eddie, 24/7, 732-829-5908 (48) Vinyl Records Wanted - Paying cash for LP albums. Rock, Reggae, Blues, Jazz. Also buying Comic Books . Call Rick 908-616-7104. (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) 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) Ca$h Paid For Old 45 RPM Records. - R&B, doo wop, soul, early rock & roll, and rockabilly preferred. Call between 8AM and 8PM 909-938-4623.

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Certified Home Health Aides - Needed for Ocean County area. Hourly and live-in positions avail. P/T and F/T. Call CCC at 732-206-1047. (t/n) Laundromat Attendant - For FT/ PT Good communication skills, math and min computer knowledge. Transportation needed. Long term commitment only. 732-286-1863. (t/n) Bus Driver Needed for Community Bus - Flexible Schedule.

CDL w/passenger endorsement required. Email meadowsoflake ridge@gmail.com for more information or submit resume.

(49) Experienced Receptionist in Adult Community. M-F $15 per hour start 12/15. Verbal, written communication, organization, time management, skills a must. Knowledge of business/ office equipment. Minimum HS Diploma, references required. Contact 732-244-8686 ext. 219.

(51) Full Time Housekeepers Magnolia Gardens - Family owned and operated Assisted living community looking to fill full, and partime housekeeping positions. All positions start at $15.00 an hour. For more information call 732-557-6500 or come to our home and fill out an application at 1935 Lakewood Road, Toms River 08755. (52)

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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.

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(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.

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Volunteer Fire Company Seeking New Members

JACKSON – The Jackson Township Volunteer Fire Company #1 is looking for new members from the community. Call 732-378-9566 for more information, or email volunteer@jacksonstation55.com.

Besides helping your community, here are a few benefits that are provided!

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Applicants must be 18 years of age or older and must have a valid State of New Jersey driver’s license. You will be required to pass a background check as well as a complete medical evaluation.

Applicants must also: Be willing to attend the Fire Academy within one year of joining at no cost to

the member Be willing to attend meetings, drills, and work nights that take place every Wednesday night starting at 7 p.m.

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Wild Goats Of Europe, Asia, and Africa

By Renee A. Thomaier Retired New Jersey Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator The wild goats that inhabit mountainous regions are known as ibex. Both male and female fight for territories using their long curved horns. Male horns can reach approximately 5 feet in length.

While both sexes possess cloven hooves, only the males have long beards. Ibexes are relatives to buffalo, antelopes, bison, goats, sheep, and cattle.

They are herbivores with a diet consisting of vegetation to include bushes, shrubs, and various grasses. They are grazers, eating foods low in nutritional value; therefore, they must spend most of their day eating.

The ibex is an excellent climber with the ability to travel up, down and across cliffs that would be too dangerous for most predators to navigate.

Their homes can reach altitudes as high as 8,200 to 14,800 feet according to the BBC (British Broadcasting Corporation).

They are social creatures living in herds which are segregated by gender as well as offspring. The male and female herds will only meet up during the breeding season.

Like many other land mammal species, they attract mates using scents.

The difference here is the males attract potential mates using their beards to spread a scent. Excited females respond during this breeding season known as the rut. The courting process takes about 30 minutes. The gestation period lasts 147 to 180 days, and the female will give birth to one to three babies, known as kids.

Their greatest defense in escaping most predators like bears and foxes, is their ability to navigate the most traitorous cliffs. There are only two predators that can catch a mountain goat. One is an equally skilled cliff climber with speed and force who can grab an ibex and fall in midair, without much concern. Being a cat, the snow leopard is a strong, skilled hunter.

The eagle simply plucks the goat off the cliff. If the goat takes the eagle to the ground, it only makes the eagle’s job easier.

The information for this article was gathered from multiple sources so statistics may vary slightly. To reach me please call 732-244-2768.

It is illegal to possess or relocate wildlife for any reason without the proper state and/or federal permits. Violating New Jersey laws protecting wildlife, which includes harm inflicted upon any animal, wild or domestic, is punishable by law.

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Bus Trip To Rockefeller Center OCEAN COUNTY – Bus trip to Rockefeller Center in New York City will be on December 10. The bus departs from the Barnegat Municipal Complex at 9:15 a.m., and will also depart from the Brick Plaza (Cedar Bridge Road entrance) area of Burlington Coat Factory at 10 a.m. (please park

away from the store) Cost is $40 per person. Includes bus ride, free time for viewing the Christmas tree, shopping and sightseeing! Refreshments on the bus.

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OMARR’S ASTROLOGICAL FOR THE WEEK OF NOV 25 - DEC 1

BY JERALDINE SAUNDERS FORECAST ARIES (March 21-April 19): You might be more admired and respected than you think. Loved ones love you just as you are. Someone may be rooting for your side of a debate or dispute in the week ahead that can sway the results in your favor.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): A partner or lover might be a flattering mirror of yourself. You can connect with people who are intelligent or talented. Just because money may burn a hole in your pocket this week doesn’t mean you must immediately buy something.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Worrying about problems can become a problem in its own right. Don’t feel as if you must hold up the world all alone. In the week to come ask for help and you are likely to be pleasantly surprised.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Someone special may obviously prefer your company making it easy to detour around debates and disagreements. Take notes when you are inspired by unusual ideas, and you can use your imaginative ideas later in the week.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Find ways of making life more enjoyable, but also be sure you are carrying your weight. Do not push your luck. If amends are needed, find an opportunity to make things right as the week unfolds VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You can process information faster than usual in the week ahead. Slower individuals may find it difficult to keep up. Since you are quick on the uptake you might notice mistakes or places for improvement and act accordingly.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Balance is the key. Don’t depend on a loved one so heavily that it could be more than they can handle; do be sure they feel appreciated. In the coming week find a happy medium to keep affections alight.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Speaking truth improves every situation. Your reasonable vision of the future can be discussed with someone who might know how to make it a reality. A new task or assignment can trigger numerous possibilities this week.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): This week could mark the beginning of a phase when you focus on your personal affairs. You may visualize the items that will make you happy and take steps to acquire the things that are most important.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You may be tempted to discuss your services or products when other people merely want a simple social conversation. Relax in the week ahead and ignore an impulse to score points or profit from every contact.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Keep your energies contained and your investments diversified. You could overextend yourself financially or emotionally in the week to come. Hold off on major expenditures while your bank account fills up.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You might be blessed by relief from an old problem in the week ahead. Plan your workload so you can enjoy a family get together. You might trigger someone’s doubts if you evade questions in the upcoming week.

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THESE FLUFFY DINNER ROLLS REALLY RISE TO THE OCCASION

By America’s Test Kitchen

FLUFFY DINNER ROLLS Makes 9 rolls

2 1/2 cups (12 1/2 ounces) all- purpose flour 2 1/4 teaspoons instant or rapid-rise yeast 1 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup (6 ounces) whole milk 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 2 tablespoons honey 1 large egg yolk Vegetable oil spray 1 large egg, cracked into bowl and lightly beaten with fork 1. In the bowl of a stand mixer, whisk together flour, yeast and salt. Lock the bowl in place and attach the dough hook to the stand mixer. In a 4-cup liquid measuring cup, whisk milk, melted butter, honey and egg yolk until honey has dissolved, about 20 seconds.

2. Start the mixer on low speed and slowly pour in the milk mixture. Mix until no dry flour is visible, about 2 minutes. Increase speed to medium and knead dough for 8 minutes.

3. Transfer the dough to a clean counter and knead dough for 30 seconds, then form the

dough into smooth ball. Spray a large bowl with vegetable oil spray. Place the dough in the greased bowl and cover with plastic wrap.

Let the dough rise until doubled in size, 1 1/2 to 2 hours.

4. Transfer the dough to a clean counter and use your hands to gently press down on the dough to pop any large bubbles. Pat the dough into a 6-inch square and use a bench scraper to cut the dough into 9 equal squares. Form each piece of dough into a tight, smooth ball.

5. Spray the inside bottom and sides of an 8-inch square metal baking pan with vegetable oil spray. Arrange dough balls in 3 rows in a greased baking pan. Cover the baking pan loosely with plastic. Let the dough balls rise until doubled in size, about 1 hour.

6. While the dough rises, adjust the oven rack to middle position and heat oven to 350 degrees.

When the dough is ready, use a pastry brush to paint the tops of the dough balls with the beaten egg.

7. Place the baking pan in the oven. Bake until rolls are golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes. Place the baking pan on a cooling rack and let rolls cool in pan for 30 minutes. Turn the baking pan upside down to release rolls from pan. Turn the rolls right side up and use your hands to pull them apart.

Serve warm or at room temperature.

(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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