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A street sign in honor of the late Crystal Marousis Handchen was erected at Brick Memorial High School.

By Chris Christopher BRICK - This Crystal was a diamond.

Wife. Mother. Teacher. Coach. Cheerleader.

Award-winning gymnast. Award-winning bodybuilder.

Crystal Marie Marousis Handchen left an indelible stamp on

Earth.

“Crystal touched hundreds of thousands of lives - more than I can count - in and out of the classroom,” said her husband, Rick Handchen, Brick Township High School’s retired athletics director.

Marousis Handchen lost her life to a stroke

at the age of 63 on Ap r i l 20, 2021, i n North Carolina where she, her husband and the couple’s daughter, Ashleigh, lived. She was a highly respected teacher and cheerleading coach in the Brick Township School District for decades.

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Paving, Road Elevation Planned

By Alyssa Riccardi BRICK – Two Brick Township neighborhoods are slated to receive repaving and other road improvements to help with drainage.

At a recent Township Council meeting, members awarded a contract to Earle Asphalt, who submitted the lowest bid to pave and improve streets in the Bay Harbor section of town.

The Bay Harbor neighborhood is located in the southern part of town off of Hooper Avenue behind the Bay Harbor shopping plaza.

No specific timeline was discussed at the meeting as to when the paving project would begin.

Also at the meeting, council members passed a resolution that will allow streets in the Normandy Beach neighborhood to be raised.

The Township accepted a $401,859 grant from the State Department of Transportation for the elevation project, which plans to raise the height of the street as well as pave roads and alleviate flooding issues in the area.

The project focuses on the following roadways: Broad Avenue, Arrow Court, and Normandy Drive.

Normandy Beach is located on the barrier island portion of the township and is divided between Brick and Toms River. The two towns joined forces after flooding became so bad that school buses and delivery trucks were unable to drive through a main road. Residents say roads that used to flood a handful of times a year now flood anywhere from 20 to 30 times a year.

Back in 2021 when the Township first filed for funding, engineers said that Brick had already collected survey information for the neighborhoods to assess how high the roadway elevations can go. The goal is to raise them approximately 2.5 feet above sea level. Not only will the project reduce the frequency of street flooding, but when it does flood it will decrease the depth of the flooding.

According to officials, Toms River received funding first for the project. Now, Brick is set to go ahead to finish the roadwork in their territory.

Toms River hired a consulting firm to design the roadway elevation project in their section of the town. Brick is welcomed to hire the same firm to work with.

Brick Township has not disclosed a timeline for the project.

Federal Funds To Pay For Local Airport Upgrades

By Bob Vosseller OCEAN COUNTY – Federal funds will help supplement the cost of a new hangar at the Ocean County Airport, while Lakewo o d w i l l r e c e ive funding for removing obstructions such as trees.

Ocean County will utilize arou nd

$300,000 from a federal grant to aid in funding the construct io n of t he h a ng a r building at the Berkeley Township based County airport.

“This new hangar, once completed will provide six units for storing larger general aviation aircraft,” said Director of the

Ocean County Board of Commissioners Joseph H. Vicari, liaison to the airport. “ T he dema nd for hangar space continues to increase. This will be the sixth hangar to be constructed at the airport,” Vicari added.

The federal funding comes from the

Ai r por t I nf rast r uct ure Grant program and was supported by Cong ressman Ch r is S m i t h . “ T h e FA A g r a nt w i l l s u p p o r t impor tant upg rades to hangar space at the Ocean Cou nt y Ai rport,” the congressman said.

Vicar i said that Ocean County appre-

ciated Smith’s efforts in securing the funding for the upgrades at the airpark.

“The Ocean County Airport plays an integral role in Ocean C o u nt y’s e c o n o my and also our public safety,” Vicari added.

Ocean County plans to go out to bid for the new hangar in Feb-

ruary 2024 and work cou ld b eg i n i n t he spring. Construction is expected to take around two years.

The new $4 million hangar will be approximately 20,000 square feet and it will be a pre-engineered steel building on a concrete foundation.

“There is already

interest from airplane owners for the future space,” Vicari said, noting that since 1991, about $42 million has been spent on various improvement projects at the Ocean County Airport.

Vicari added, “about $32 million has come from grants from the (Airport- See Page 5)

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Continued From Page 1 A 1976 Brick Township High School graduate, she earned a Bachelor’s Degree from Clarion State College and a Master’s Degree in elementary education with a reading specialist certification from Georgian Court College.

She began her teaching career at the elementary school level in 1980 and taught in the Brick Schools for her entire career. In 1987, she began teaching mathematics and science at the Veterans Memorial Middle School where she was nominated several times for Teacher of the Year.

Marousis Handchen launched her coaching career in 1980 as the coach of the Brick Pop Warner cheerleading team. She also coached cheerleading and gymnastics for Brick Township High School and Brick Memorial High School. She coached the Mustangs’ cheerleaders of Brick Memorial from 1984-2002 and returned to the program she loved in 2005 until her 2014 “retirement.”

Soon after arriving in Pinehurst, N.C., she was hired as the varsity cheerleading coach at Pinecrest High School. She was an advisor for the Veterans Memorial Middle School Drama Club and several other clubs and organizations and was a member of the Metropolitan Cheerleading Judges Association.

She worked for cheerleading judging organizations for years and coached for the World Cup All-Stars from 2002-2010.

Named Teacher of the Month in 2002, to Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers in 2000 and Outstanding Coach by the New Jersey State Cheerleading Coaches Association in 1998, she and others were inducted into the Brick Memorial High School Athletic Hall of Fame in 2017. She was named the North Carolina Cheerleading Coach of the Year in 2021.

Marousis Handchen was honored with the naming of a street, Crystal Marousis Handchen Way, at Brick Memorial near the Mustangs’ field where she nurtured many a cheerleader. Despite the pouring rain - perhaps God blessed the sign and her memory with holy water - dozens of family and friends turned out to honor their idol.

“She was an excellent teacher,” Handchen said. “Several of her students have told me she was the best teacher they ever had.

Years later, her kids kept in touch with her. They remembered her and thanked her for what she did for them. They will tell you she was very, very tough on them.

They will tell you that’s why they were good and why they turned out to be good, strong women. She was a special person.

The turnout was awesome. I am very proud of her. People felt she was very deserving of the honor.”

The couple was married for 29 years before Marousis Hanchen’s passing.

“She had no previous medical issues,” Handchen said. “She never saw a doctor.

She probably had high blood pressure for a number of years. She may have never known she had it. Everyone should be examined by a doctor once a year.”

The athletic complex at Brick Township

High School was named the Warren Wolf Athletic Complex in honor of the legendary Green Dragons’ football coach who died in November of 2019 at the age of 92. A nearby elementary school also was named in his honor.

“Someone told me that Crystal is the Warren Wolf of cheerleading,” Handchen said.

“There is no better compliment than that.

Like coach Wolf, Crystal never cursed.”

A saying of Marousis Handchen’s was, “Walk with me, never behind me.”

The CMH Walk With Me Foundation was created in honor of Crystal Marousis Handchen. It was designed to raise funds to support high school athletics, extracurricular programs and present cheerleading scholarships to deserving participants in New Jersey and North Carolina. It is done through annual scholarship offerings at Brick Memorial and Pinecrest in Southern Pines, N.C. The foundation organizes and runs a series of fundraisers throughout the year to raise the money for the offerings.

“A simple phrase with great meaning, one of equity, respect and pride,” her former partner teacher, Michael Liebman, said on the foundation’s website. “A phrase made even more impactful when said to a student in need of guidance, an athlete in need of encouragement or a friend in need of support. These are words that can be shared in times of celebration and times of crisis. These are words that make someone take notice and take action. These are words that in the moment may be a reminder and later resonate as a life lesson.”

The third annual Crystal Handchen Memorial Golf Tournament 2023 took place at the Mid-South Club in Southern Pines, N.C. Among its participants were retired Brick athletes, coaches and educators Dennis Filippone and Warren Charles Wolf and ex-Brick athletes Tom Nussbaum, Jerry Puorro, Cliff Janssen, Phil Lucca and Orie Corino.

Handchen, 64, won the Ocean County Golf Tournament in 1977 when he graduated from Brick. He coached the Pinecrest High School girls golf team to the North Carolina state title in the fall of 2021.

“The tournament in Crystal’s honor has raised about $30,000 in three years,” Handchen said. “If either an athletic team or a student are in need of gear, we take money out of the foundation and give it to them.”

Handchen said this year’s event consisted of 93 players and about another 30-35 persons for a gift auction and dinner.

Brick Memorial athletic director Ed Sarluca was impressed with Marousis Handchen.

“She started our cheerleading program and coached our girls gymnastics team,” he said.

“She was dedicated and committed to the school community. She was infectious, motivating and inspiring. It was not an act. She lived Brick Memorial High School pride and spirit every single day. She was a winner. She commanded respect and she earned it.

“She gave her heart and soul to Brick Memorial High School.”

NOTE: Patch.com contributed to this report.

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The Brick Times, December 9, 2023, Page 5 J. Miller Airpark in Berkeley and Lacey townships. A precision approach facility, it features two runways and a heliport, and accommodates private planes, corporate jets, and emergency services aircraft.

Ocean County Air port is a public, FAA-designated General Aviation Airport located five miles southwest of Toms River Township. The airport covers 822 acres of the Robert J. Miller Airpark in Berkeley and Lacey Townships. The facility has two runways and a heliport, and accommodates private planes, corporate jets, and emergency services aircraft.

Tenants include the New Jersey Forest Fire Service, the Civil Air Patrol, the Ocean Air Support Squadron, and the emergency medical transport of both the Monmouth Ocean

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Continued From Page 1 Federal Aviation Administration and the New Jersey Department of Transportation.”

Over the years, Vicari said, the county has constructed a crosswind runway at the airport, a new terminal building and a host of other improvements.

“Safety is paramount at the Ocean County Airport. The County staff and the fix based operator work in partnership to provide the safest and best facility possible,” he added.

The Ocean County Airport located on Route 530 covers 822 acres of the Robert

Hospital Service Corporation (MONOC MedEVAC) and Hackensack Meridian Health (AirMed One).

Tenants include the New Jersey Forest Fire Service, the Civil Air Patrol, the Ocean Air Support Squadron, and facilities to house aircrafts for emergency medical transports.

Township, said “We are making numerous efforts to remove obstructions along the south end of the runway that will enhance safety and lead to more business activity in the airport. We are really pleased to receive this grant. Congressman Smith has been extremely helpful in our managing this relationship with FAA.” Located in the center of the township’s industrial park, Lakewood Airport serves corporate clients, aviation enthusiasts, the township’s general population and even baseball fans. Lakewood Airport (FAA 3 digit designation N12) is operated and managed by the Lakewood Township Airport Authority with aviation services provided the FBO, Aviation Charters, Inc. Chris Lundy contributed to this story

Lakewood Airport In related news, Lakewood Township will receive $144,000 for its municipal airport off Cedar Bridge Avenue.

“Lakewood Township plans to use its FAA grant to help enhance airport safety by removing obstructions and trimming trees,” Smith said.

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2023 Point Pleasant Fall Leaf Pickup Schedule POINT PLEASANT – Point Pleasant Borough’s public works department has announced the fall leaf collection schedule.

The schedule is based on your garbage collection zone: Section 3A&B – December 15 Section 2A&B – December 20

Section 1A&B – December 27 Leaves are collected by the department twice during the fall, and once each spring. Schedules are printed in the town planner calendar that is sent to each resident annually. Be sure your leaves are out at the curb prior to the

f irst day of collection in your area.

Leaves cannot be put out more than seven days in advance of your pick up.

Leaves may not be placed in the curb line any closer than 10 ft. from a storm drain inlet. Violators risk a fine.

Ornamental grass in no longer ac-

cepted with leaves or brush. It must be bagged or put into cans and put out with your normal household trash.

Leaves are accepted at our Arthur Avenue Recycling Center year-round. For more information, call the Department of Public Works at 732-892-1287.

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The Winter Camp will be held December 26

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY E ditorial New Bill Will Help School Security Back in March I floated an idea for a new bill – one that would help school districts prepare for the worst.

In this unfortunate era, we have to worry about school shootings. When I go to pick up my kid from school, I have to push a button on an intercom outside the electronically locked front door. I have to show my photo ID. I have to get buzzed in.

Then, I usually pass a retired police officer who is working security near the front entrance.

All of these things cost money. However, districts are stuck because of a 2 percent spending cap.

Back when Chris Christie was governor, he saw

that some school districts were abusing their taxpayers.

But he responded by punishing everyone across the state. He limited spending increases by schools (and municipalities) to 2 percent.

Christie – and the Democrat lawmakers who actually passed the legislation, didn’t know or didn’t care that the cost of a lot of things go up more than 2 percent every year. Personnel is the biggest part of any school’s budget.

His cap was basically a way to force teachers and nonunion employees to receive less than a 2 percent raise every year.

However, all this really did was make districts decide what to cut. The state required the district to do a

million different things for our kids, and made it more difficult to pay for it all.

I’ve always thought that the way to fix problems was not to create more levels of complexity but to re-evaluate the current situation and see if we can peel away a layer.

That’s why I thought it would be best to amend the 2 percent cap.

Why not remove the cap all together? Well, that’s a tough sell. There are some good things that the 2 percent cap did and no one wants the good parts taken away. So, my solution was to have a bill that takes school security and puts it outside the cap – which means that districts won’t have to figure out how to shoehorn security costs

into their budget every year.

They don’t have to decide between paying a security guard and paying a teacher.

This could take many forms, such as police officers dedicated to a school district, subscriptions for security technology, and physical upgrades like vestibules or shatter-resistant coverings on windows.

How do you get a law made?

Well, if Schoolhouse Rocks taught me anything, it was to reach out to my representative.

I live in the 9 th District.

I’m represented by Senator Chris Connors, and Assembly members Brian Rumpf and DiAnne Gove. Connors and Gove did not run for re-election, so I reached out

to Rumpf. I first met him when he was mayor of Little Egg Harbor and I covered the town for the now-defunct little newspaper The Tuckerton Beacon. We’ve spoken once in a while with his job for the county health department so we have a good history of working together.

After some phone tag, I pitched him my idea and he loved it. He called me recently to let me know that the bill has been introduced, sponsored by him.

Will it become a law? I have a strong feeling that it will.

Mostly because I know all the local Republicans who could be voting for it – and they all have supported school security measures. And also because I know that I can

become a real pain when I want to. I’ll be hitting up all the other members of both houses if I have to.

One other item in the plus column is that the bill doesn’t ask much of the lawmakers. It’s not asking for money. It’s not changing the way we do business. School security isn’t controversial – not this part of it anyway.

In January, new members of the State Senate and Assembly will be sworn in and they’ll be eager to get to work. Therefore, I hope to use this space in 2024 to announce that this bill has become a law.

Our Press Is Paramount

At the very least, we should be advised that it was the opinion of the author if presented in reliable press.

The community needs facts concerning: Social Security Local health programs Youth and senior programs Available help with meals and SNAP Local low-cost amusement Above all, we need a platform to ask for and receive information or help. The Ocean County Board of Commissioners are able and willing to listen and provide help, if possible, for all age groups.

They can also steer us to other agencies that may help. Many of us without transportation or who cannot drive at night would welcome the Press to be our eyes and ears at their meetings.

We ask you to be our unbiased messengers as you have always been. Where else are we to turn?

Chris Lundy News Editor

Letters To The Editor Protect Our Drinking Water With Better Planning The League of Women Voters of Monmouth County urges everyone who cares about the quality of our drinking water to attend the County Commissioners meeting on December 14, at the Hall of Records, Freehold, at 1 pm.

New Jersey American’s Swimming River Reservoir, with about two-thirds of its watershed in Colts Neck and one-third in Holmdel, supplies water to approximately 300,000 eastern Mon-

mouth County residents. As all streams discharge directly to this reservoir, all land-use decisions in the watershed affect how much and how clean our drinking water is and how much it will cost.

Five planned eastern Monmouth County redevelopment projects will bring thousands of new county residents. One Colts Neck development will add 950 more residents and a package sewage treatment plant. To protect the amount and quality of our water supply, we must protect land use in these critical watersheds, limit imperviousness so streams get clean baseflow, and reduce polluted

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stormwater carrying sediment to the reservoir.

Our aquifers were seriously overdrawn by the 1980s and were designated Critical Water Supply Area #1 in New Jersey. Since then, 50 percent of our water must come from streams and reservoirs.

Our residents have a role to play by letting the County Commissioners and Planning Board know their concerns.

Development must go where it won’t degrade and limit our water supply. We hope you can come and voice your concerns.

Evelyn C Murphy, PhD Sharon Steinhorn Co-Presidents, League of Women Voters of Monmouth County

How Can My Family Care For Me? “How can my family care for me?” is a question that so many people ask when they need care. Ocean County has an incredibly large population of seniors, many of whom are facing complex caregiving needs that fall to their family members. Many are struggling to take care of their loved ones while balancing careers, holiday responsibil-

ities and more, creating an intensely stressful situation where they are forced to choose between their job and a loved one.

But we shouldn’t have to choose. New Jersey has paid family leave benefits, but there is a major issue that I learned about recently (in the article, “More than 800K N.J. workers can get fired for taking paid family leave. This would end that”). Many workers in New Jersey are eligible for our paid leave benefits, but cannot take them because they risk losing their jobs for lack of legal job protection.

All NJ workers should be able to access their paid leave benefits to take care of themselves or loved ones. After all, we are contributing to the program, we should be able to take it when we need it the most. We need job protection when we need to take that leave, and these protections should be in place federally.

Family Caregiving Month (was in) November, but caregivers such as myself need these protections every day of the year. We need legislation and social change so that we can put our health first AND have an economy that works for everyone.

Catherine Galioto-Galesky Toms River

Editor’s note: This letter was sent to the Asbury Park Press, and was shared with us as a Letter to the Editor.

On October 2, 2023 at the opening ceremony of the Toms River Community Café at the Toms River Senior Center, which is funded by the Ocean County Board of Commissioners, it was brought to our attention that none of the Press had been present at any of the Board meetings for the last six months.

This is extremely unfortunate. The public needs our press to inform us of things like this program that are available to us. The Café is a Meals on Wheels program provided for a very low price for seniors.

Many seniors are not computer savvy enough to be in touch with community events.

They, and other age groups would be open to fact-based coverage rather than a TV opinionated presentation.

Elsie De Pasquale Toms River

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Spotlight On Government Correspondence & Commentary From Your Local, County, State & Federal Officials

House Passes Resolution Reaffirming Israel’s Right To Exist From The Desk Of

Congressman

Chris Smith WASHINGTON, D.C. - The following are excerpts of remarks by Rep. Chris Smith (R-4th), Co-Chair of the Israel Allies Caucus and senior member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, during a debate on the House Floor in support of H.Res. 888 - Reaffirming the State of Israel’s right to exist: “Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong support of H. Res. 888, reaffirming the State of Israel’s right to exist. I thank my good friend from New York, Mike Lawler, for introducing this timely, extremely important, and ever-necessary resolution.

“Israel is the only state in the world whose fundamental right to exist, within any borders at all, is openly denied by other states. Some of them including Iran even call for Israel’s complete destruction and support transnational terrorist organizations to work toward its destruction.

“It is also the only state in the world whose f undamental right to exist is constantly undermined and challenged

by intergovernmental orga n i z at ion s - such a s, most shamefully of all, the United Nations.

“The antisemitism motivating those who deny Israel’s right to exist is apparent, but it is important to connect, as this resolution does, the denial of Israel’s right to exist to antisemitism and to connect them both, as enabling causes, to the monstrous crimes Hamas has unleashed on Israel.

“Make no mistake, antisemitic bigotry is at the root of the UN’s hostility toward Israel, which is ugly, evil, and manifests itself in almost every UN entity.

“On November 8, I chaired a hearing of my subcommittee on ‘United Nations’ Bigotry Towards Israel.’ We heard expert testimony from Hillel Neuer, the Executive Director of UN Watch, and Jonathan Schanzer, the Senior Vice President for Research at the Foundation for the Defense of Democracies.

“Hillel Neuer testified: ‘Teachers and schools at the United Nations Relief and Works Agency, which runs education and social services for Palestinians, regularly call to murder Jews, and create teaching materials that glorify terrorism, encour-

age martyrdom, demonize Israelis and incite antisemitism.’

“He said f u r ther: ‘In 2022 alone, UNRWA received $344 million in U.S. funding. Yet a March 2023 report by U N Watch and Impact-SE identif ied 133 UNRWA educators and staff who were found to promote hate and violence on social media, and an additional 82 teachers and other staff affiliated with 30 UNRWA schools who were involved in drafting and distributing hateful content to students.’

“And that’s just the tip of the iceberg.

“Jonathan Schanzer testified that: ‘The UN doesn’t recognize Hamas as a terrorist organization. Nor does it recognize Hezbollah either. That means UN resources can be and regularly are provided to members of those terrorist groups.’

“According to the great human rights defender Natan Sharansky’s famous ‘3-D’ test for antisemitism, which he articulated at a hearing I chaired back in 2004, criticism of Israel is nothing less than antisemitic when it passes over into the demonization of Jews and Israel, delegitimizes the Jewish state, or applies double standards, that is one standard for Israel, another for every other country.

“That is what many UN entities and

agencies do every day. “…the Jewish Telegraphic Agency (JTA) reported on the latest example of the double standard: ‘Nearly 50 days after Hamas’ attack on Israel left 1,200 dead, and after weeks of criticism over its silence about allegations of sexual violence during the attack, the women’s rights group UN Women issued a statement condemning the terror group on Friday.

“Then it deleted the post. “‘We condemn the brutal attacks by Hamas on October 7 and continue to call for the immediate and unconditional release of all hostages,’ read the initial statement, posted on UN Women’s Instagram page. It was soon replaced with a statement that dropped the condemnation of Hamas and only called for the release of the hostages.

“In 2022, the UN General Assembly targeted Israel in a total of 15 harshly critical resolutions - compared to 13 country-specific resolutions on the rest of the world combined.

“It is in large measure because of the UN - which is unquestionably the world’s foremost legitimizer of antisemitism that it remains necessary, 75 years after the founding of the State of Israel, to reaffirm its right to exist.”

State To Solicit New Offshore Wind Projects In 2024 From The Desk Of The

Governor Phil Murphy TRENTON – Governor Phil Murphy directed the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) to launch New Jersey’s fourth offshore wind solicitation in early 2024. The Governor’s action reaffirms the State’s commitment to achieving a 100% clean energy economy by 2035 and underscores the strength and promise of New Jersey’s clean energy economy, including the critical importance of the state’s supply chain facilities to the regional offshore wind industry.

“I have directed the BPU to take this act ion i n recog n it ion of the st rong future of New Jersey’s offshore wind i nd u s t r y,” s a id G ove r nor Mu r phy.

“New Jersey can – and will – continue to remain a burgeoning offshore wind development hub that attracts new proj-

e ct s a nd t hei r a ccompanying economic and environmental benef its for generations to come.

T hese new projects, along with the Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind project awarded in 2021, will support tens of thousands of good-paying, family-sustaining jobs for New Jerseyans while protecting the quality of the air our children breathe and making good on the promise of affordable clean energy produced right here in the Garden State.” “(This) announcement affirms New Jersey’s commitment to offshore wind and to meeting Gover nor Mu r phy’s clean energy goals,” said NJBPU President Christine Guhl-Sadovy. “Offshore wind is vital to our clean energy economy and our efforts to mitigate climate change, and we are resolute in ou r efforts to ensure New Jersey realizes its benefits.”

New Jersey’s fourth solicitation project awards are expected in early 2025.

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Photo courtesy Brick Schools BRICK – On October 24, BTHS had approximately 100 students and 25 staff members participate in Challenge Day. This program focuses on increasing self-esteem, helping to shift dangerous peer pressure to positive peer support,

and reduce the acceptability of teasing, oppression, and all forms of violence.

This program looks to inspire youth and organizations to Be the Change they wish to see in the world, and challenge others to do the same!

BTHS Students Of The Month - October BRICK – Congratulations to the Students of the Month. Students are nominated by BTHS staff members for outstanding effort in the classroom and positive contributions to the community. Students will be honored with a certificate, gift, and their names will be displayed on the marquee.

Jhon Yllahuaman, Grade 9: “Jhon has achieved very good grades and is an exceptional athlete on the soccer team, In Environmental Science Jhon seeks to work with me one on one a lot in class on assignments and projects.” -Mr. Lynch.

Ryan Miller, Grade 10: “Ryan is just a great young man, who at all times is doing the right thing. Whether it is being prepared for class, participating in class, or helping other students as well as teachers. Above all Ryan is a respectful young man and deserves to be recognized!” -Mr. Smyth.

Amanda Santos, Grade 11: “Amanda is always prepared for PE and always

demonstrates good sportsmanship.” -Mr. Groschel.

Connor Locklin, Grade 12: “Connor is a young man that is very unassuming and could easily be overlooked because of his quiet nature. He has been polite, kind and helpful to his peers and adults in school.

Connor took the lead in several group activities the first week of school, and offered to do things for the classroom on his own time. He has been patient and eager to assist with some of the MD students in our class. Connor is a shining example of what we strive to have our students be and exudes integrity, respect, and acceptance.”- Mrs. Novick “I would like to nominate Connor, because he has shown me in this short period of time what compassion and kindness really means. He is a perfect Dragon role model in school and out in the community.” - Mrs. Casha

Christmas Cookie Sale BRICK – The Presbyterian Church is hosting a Christmas Cookie Sale on December 16 from 12 to 4 p.m.

Buy a container for $20 and fill it to

the top with cookies! Brick Presbyterian Church is located at 111 Drum Point Road. For more information call 732477-0676.

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Photo courtesy Brick Township BRICK – Mayor Lisa Crate proclaimed November 25 to be Small Business Saturday in Brick Township and encourages residents to support Brick Township’s locally owned and small businesses this holiday season

and throughout the year.

Mayor Crate presented the proclamation to Brick Township Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Danielle Kidney at a Council meeting.

Help Keep Brick Beautiful At The Sawmill Tract Cleanup BRICK – The Brick Environmental Commission will be joining volunteers from the community including Scout Pack 47 and the Brick Memorial High School AFJROTC to do a cleanup of the Sawmill Tract on December 9 from 9 a.m. until 12 p.m. The meetup location for the cleanup will be Herbertsville Park, Nebraska Avenue.

Any person interested in making a difference by helping to keep one of the largest undeveloped and preserved properties in Brick clean is welcome to join the effort.

All supplies will be provided.

For more information on this cleanup, call Vin Palmieri of the Brick Environmental Commission at 732-262-1039 ext. 1325.

Holiday Concert BRICK – St. Thomas Lutheran Church, 135 Salmon Street, will be hosting a Holiday Concert on December 10 at 2 p.m.

Enjoy a beautiful afternoon filled with holiday music performed by the Greater

Shore Concert Band! James R. Bast, Director. Kathryn Sarlo, Assistant Conductor. Featuring David Smolokoff, Tenor.

No tickets required. Free will collection during intermission.

Cookies And Crafts With Santa BRICK – Cookies and Crafts with Santa and his helpers on December 16 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. at Brick Memorial High School, Lanes Mills Road.

Crafts, refreshments, photos with San-

ta, holiday gift boutique and 50/50 raffle brought to you by the Women’s Club of Brick. Tickets are $10 per child. Ticket available on Eventbrite or email womensclubofbrick@gmail.com.

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Photo courtesy Jersey Shore Animal Center BRICK – Meet Trucker, the chubbiest-cheeked guy at the shelter! This 7-yearold cat was transferred from an overcrowded NJ shelter and is the purr-fect mix of easygoing and playful, and he’s ready to roll into your heart and home! Trucker is a pro at head butts and can’t resist a good petting session. His charming personality is sure to steal your heart. He’s on the

lookout for a laid-back family who’s ready to welcome a furry friend into their lives.

If you’re in search of a loving companion with a playful side, Trucker might just be the one for you!

You can view this pet and more at jerseyshoreanimalcenter.org. They are located at 185 Brick Boulevard and can be reached at 732-920-1600.

Annual Holiday Cookie Sale BRICK – The Orthodox Church of the Annunciation will be holding their annual Holiday Cookie Sale on December 9.

Choose from a huge assortment of homemade cookies featuring family favorites and international varieties. Cookies will be sold by the pound and also in ready to go trays and boxes. The choice is yours! Also available are our famous homemade nut, fruit, and poppy seed rolls. Both are perfect for entertaining

or gift giving.

There will also be a unique variety of ethnic easter n European gifts for sale, including Christmas ornaments, jewelry, stacking dolls and more!

They will be collecting gently used coats, gloves and scarves for adults and children to help those in need.

Free coffee and hot cocoa. Come join us from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. (or until they sell out!).

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Angelic Health Foundation Awards Grants To Charities

Photo courtesy Angelic Health Foundation BRICK – The Angelic Health Foundation recently awarded a total of $5,000 in grants to four charities that support the needs of patients and their families during difficult times. Each charity received $1,250 towards their mission. Angelic Health Board Secretary/Treasurer Jeff Whitaker and Board Chair Vince Papaccio presented checks to Melissa King, president of The Dolores Romero Foundation; Maureen Smith Logan, of the South Jersey Cancer Fund; Mary Beth Lewis, program manager for NJ of the Alzheimer’s Association; and Eileen

Dillon. CEO of the Cancer Support Community of New Jersey at Guilda’s Club.

These charities nominated by Angelic Health staff as organizations of great benefit in the healthcare community. The Angelic Health Foundation is a 501c3 charity and was formed last year to support the needs of patients with terminal or life-altering diagnosis for costs not covered by insurance, granting f inal wishes, providing education, recognition for veterans, and support for community services and programs.

Week Of Respect At Brick Schools

Photo courtesy Brick Schools BRICK – Beginning with the first Monday in October of each year, schools across the United States observe The Week of Respect. The week affords an opportunity for districts and schools to focus instructional efforts and programs geared toward the prevention of harassment, intimidation, and bullying (HIB) as they work toward creating environments that are welcoming

and supportive places for all to learn.

This year, the ABS Specialists collaborated with Darla Novick and her students who painted seashells with positive messages and words of encouragement and inspiration. The students then took the shells to Brick Beach for people to “find” them to instill a sense of kindness within our community.

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Here’s To Your Health Dr. Izzy’s Sound News Presented By: Isidore Kirsh, Ph.D., F.A.A.A. (N.J. Lic. #678)

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How Are Hearing And Cognition Related To Each Other?

We HEAR with our ears and LISTEN with our brain. Our brain plays a significant role in our ability to hear.

With untreated hearing loss, you have to work harder to make sense of what people are saying. This is called having a higher “cognitive load”.

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Fundraiser Held To Spay And Neuter Strays, Pets

OCEAN COUNTY - The principal purpose of Animal Birth Control, a volunteer non-profit established in 1969, is to help reduce the number of unwanted animals by providing financial aid to those that cannot afford to pay the veterinary fees for spaying and neutering as well as helping those who provide TNR (trap-neuter-return) for their community strays.

“We have helped over 2,500 animals this year alone. WE NEED YOUR HELP.....For over 50 years, ABC has been helping fund the spay and neuter of community strays and pets. We are almost out of funds and we desperately need your help. Please help us by donating so we can continue helping the animals.”

A fundraiser selling raffle tickets is going on now. There are three $250 Visa gift cards to be won. The drawing is on January 19 at 2

p.m. at 519 Monmouth Avenue in Pine Beach.

The winner need not be present. A donation of $2 to attend the drawing is appreciated, but not necessary.

“The single most important thing that we can do to save animals from all the suffering and death that their overpopulation causes, is to spay and neuter them. If you need financial assistance to help spay and neuter, please call ABC for guidance and funding assistance.

Don’t wait until another litter is born or the neighbors complain when they see them multiplying!”

“We are running low on funding and depend on donations in order for us to help assist others with spay and neuter.”

For more information, visit ABC NJ on Facebook or email AnimalBirthControlNJ@ gmail.com

Winter Indoor Lacross Clinics

BRICK – Free indoor winter lacrosse clinics for the brand-new player to experienced. Girls on Wednesdays and boys on Thursdays during December and January.

Grades 1 to 4 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. and Grade’s 5 to 8 from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Emma Havens gym. No registration required, just show up (there is

a waiver that needs to be completed for insurance purposes).

No e q u ip m e nt ot h e r t h a n s t ick s needed, and if you don’t have a stick, they will let you bor row one. Open to all towns (not restricted to Brick residents).

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

Holiday Heart Health: 5 Important Tips To Enjoy Festivities Safely

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and, unfortunately, potential health pitfalls. While indulging in festive treats and enjoying time away from routine, it’s crucial to remember the importance of your heart health.

Holidays bring increased stress and tempt you with unhealthy foods. It also is a time when people take a break from regular exercise routines. People drink more too. A study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association revealed that instances of heart-related issues tend to peak during the holiday season. This uptick is attributed to stress, dietary indiscretions, and cold weather, which can all strain the heart.

Let me help you mitigate some holiday-related risks with some tips. I know you know all this, but reminders can’t hurt: 1. Dietary Choices: Opt for foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, and antioxidants.

Incorporate fish, nuts, berries, and leafy greens into holiday meals. Watch portions closely.

2. Physical Activity: Engage in daily physical activities like brisk walking or cycling. Even short bouts of exercise can be beneficial.

3. Stress Management: Practice mindfulness, meditation, or deep breathing exercises to manage holiday stress effectively, especially when faced with people or topics that upset you.

4. Moderation in Alcohol Consumption: Drinking in excess doesn’t help anything, it will make things worse on your liver, not to mention your relationships. Besides, there isn’t enough resveratrol in wine to do anything good for your heart. Furthermore, it interacts with heart medications, analgesics, sleepers, and anti-anxiety meds.

5. If you happen to catch a cold or flu, be

mindful of how quickly this situation can go south. It can take a toll on your heart, so protect your immune system by making sure you sleep well, have enough vitamin D on board, and that you stay away from people who have a known illness.

See your doctor if symptoms get serious.

Let’s talk about prescriptions now. If you have an existing heart condition, your doctor may have prescribed a statin for cholesterol management, or a beta-blocker or ACE inhibitor for blood pressure, or perhaps aspirin for circulation. Sometimes nitroglycerin is used for chest pain (termed angina). It works because it is a vasodilator.

Speaking of medications, you may not realize this but some can make you more susceptible to heart disease. For example, popular nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen or naproxen and COX-2 inhibitors (celecoxib) may increase blood pressure and fluid retention in some individuals. This can increase blood pressure and add to a pre-existing cardiac problem. Some antidepressants and oral decongestants have been linked to increased heart rate and blood pressure too!

I’ve written about natural heart-healthy remedies like hawthorn, potassium, garlic, ubiquinol, and many others. Those articles are posted on my website, suzycohen.com.

Just use my search box because I have over a thousand articles posted there.

The point of this article is to remind you that during the holiday season, maintaining your heart health is important. There should be judicious use of medications, especially the ones I mentioned earlier that contribute to hypertension. Hopefully, my article will encourage you to get through the holiday season with excellent heart health.

(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.

Senior Services December Activities BRICK – Brick Senior Services provides residents ages 60 and over with a variety of services and access to activities and programs that are designed to improve their quality of life.

•Talking with Jen – A Nutrition Presentation December 11 at 12 p.m.

•Holiday Celebration – December 13 at 10 a.m. Enjoy holiday entertainment performed by the Brick Memorial High School Caroling Choir and lite refreshments. Must register.

•Christmas Luncheon – Held at Leisure Park, Lakewood on December 19 at 11 a.m. Must register.

•Enjoy a holiday morning coffee with Mayor Lisa Crate on December 22 at 9:30

a.m. Must register.

•Coffee and a Movie – December 29 at 9:30 a.m. Must register.

•The Community Café Mondays and Fridays, 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Lunch reservation by 11 a.m. the day before is required. Transportation provided to site.

Suggested donation of $2. Call 732-9208686 for reservations.

The Senior Services Office is located in the Civic Plaza, 270 Chambers Bridge Road, Unit 12 and the Senior Services Activity Center is located in VFW Post 8867, 373 Adamston Road. For information call 732-920-8686.

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Around The Jersey Shore State: Dollar General Allegedly Overcharged Customers

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By Alyssa Riccardi NEW JERSEY – State officials have announced that Dollar General Corp. has agreed to pay $1.2 million to resolve allegations of overcharging customers.

The Tennessee-based retailer, which has 186 stores in New Jersey, violated New Jersey’s Consumer Fraud Act (“CFA”) and Weights and Measures Act (“WMA”). According to the State, Dollar General sold a variety of merchandise that scanned at the cash register for higher prices than what was posted on the shelf.

The Division’s Office of Weights and Measures (OWM) pricing inspections of 58 New Jersey stores in November 2022 and February 2023 found more than 2,000 instances in which the price charged at the register for a particular product was higher than the posted price, in some cases as much as $5.95 higher.

“New Jersey, under the leadership of Governor Murphy, has demonstrated a strong commitment to protecting consumers from unfair practices that disproportionately burden low- and moderate-income New Jerseyans,” Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin said. “This settlement advances those efforts by imposing a significant civil penalty against a national retailer for engaging in pricing practices that deceived and defrauded New Jersey residents.”

Prior OWM inspections of Dollar General stores statewide from 2018 to 2022 have led to a total of $43,678 in assessed fines against the retailer for pricing violations.

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In addition to paying a $1.18 million civil penalty and reimbursing the Division’s investigative costs and attorney’s fees, the settlement requires Dollar General to make changes to its business practices to prevent future violations.

Those changes, contained in a Consent Order filed with the Division, require Dollar General to: • Comply with all applicable state and federal laws and not engage in any unconscionable business practices or pricing violations as prohibited by the CFA and the WMA. • Ensure that all employees in New Jersey Dollar General stores who have pricing responsibilities participate in pricing training within 90 days of this agreement.

• Conduct internal audits for a period of three years, such that each New Jersey Dollar General store is audited at least once a year and that an audit revealing overcharge errors in more than 2% of the products sampled at any one store shall constitute a failed audit.

• Within ten business days of a failed audit, submit to the Division the report of the failed audit and a corrective action plan describing how Dollar General intends to prevent future pricing inaccuracies at the store location that failed the audit.

• Retain all reports and records of every internal employee training session and every internal audit for a period of three years and provide them to the Division upon request.

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Around The Jersey Shore Yacht Rock Revue Is Coming To Hard Rock Live At Etess Arena

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Photo courtesy Hard Rock Atlantic City ATLANTIC CITY – Yacht Rock Revue is coming to Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City. The show is set for March 23 at 8 p.m.

Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased at HardRockHotelAtlanticCity.com and Ticketmaster.com or 800-745-3000. All shows are subject to change.

Embark on a nostalgic voyage through the shimmering seas of music with Yacht Rock Revue, the ultimate purveyors of the smooth, yacht rock sound and who many reverently consider the keepers of the Yacht Rock fire. Hailing from Atlanta, this sensational band has captivated audiences worldwide with their immaculate renditions of classic hits from the late ‘70s and early ‘80s. Inspired by the golden era of soft rock, Yacht Rock Revue has mastered the art of recreating the breezy and laid-back tunes that defined a generation. From the sun-kissed melodies of Steely Dan and Michael McDonald to the velvety harmonies of Hall & Oates, their repertoire spans an ocean of beloved hits that evoke memories of

palm trees, ocean breezes, and carefree summers.

Since their formation in 2007, Yacht Rock Revue has amassed a devoted following, drawing fans from all walks of life to their extraordinary live performances. Their attention to detail and devotion to authenticity are unrivaled, transporting audiences to a time when yacht parties and smooth sailing were the order of the day.

But Yacht Rock Revue isn’t just a tribute band; they are musical alchemists, seamlessly blending their own unique style with the iconic yacht rock vibe. Their original compositions are a modern ode to the genre, capturing the essence of those bygone days while infusing it with a fresh and invigorating twist. Their first original record, titled “Hot Dads In Tight Jeans,” showcases the bands complete range of skills that simultaneously transports the listener to a more modern era.

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By: Michael J. Deem, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates Nursing Home Abuse can take many forms. It can be intentional, visible, obvious or it can be more subtle-abuse through neglect and general lack of care on the part of nursing home staff. Abuse can be physical, emotional, financial, or even sexual. Each of these takes a heavy toll on any person, but nursing home abuse and nursing home neglect can be especially hard on the elderly -- some of the most vulnerable members of our society. Whatever form nursing home abuse takes, it is urgent that you and your loved one open a dialogue about this extraordinarily sensitive topic. Communication is necessary to end the abuse and let the healing begin.

The first step in opening a dialogue is identifying suspected abuse. There are many signs of nursing home abuse that you can look for. The first sign you may notice is a change in behavior. The emotional effects that often accompany abuse can manifest as sluggishness or depression, a lack of enthusiasm for things your loved one once enjoyed, or even a loss of interest in visits. The change in attitude can be significant and sudden, or it may be subtle and prolonged. The most important thing is to be observant and notice if the change is taking place on any level.

Of course, it is also possible that signs of abuse will be far more apparent.

Physical signs of nursing home abuse or nursing home neglect can take the form of bruises, sores, cuts, scars, or any similar injuries. These may be from simple

accidents, but if there is anything suspicious about the injury, the problem should be addressed immediately. Suspicious signs might include a reluctance to talk about how the injury occurred or claiming not to remember the cause. Even more obvious signs are bedsores which are a common signs of nursing home neglect.

They are painful and, if infected, can be potentially lethal.

Statistics show that nearly 50 percent of all nursing homes are short staffed.

The staff people who do work in these facilities are underpaid, overworked, and all too often overburdened, which in turn leads to elder neglect and abuse.

When abuse or neglect are identified or suspected it is important to notify the authorities and contact a Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer to discuss your legal rights.

Document any such evidence you observe, and bring it to the attention of the local authorities and your attorney. Neglect can be just as harmful in the long run as abuse, leading to additional health problems and possibly death. Nursing home abuse isn’t limited to physical abuse; there can also be emotional, verbal, and psychological abuse, where an elder is demeaned or humiliated in other ways.

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Like To Support/Help Out A Small Family headed by a single mother. I am an old man. Tel. nuimber is 732983-1426, in Ocean County.

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Estate Sale Brick - Estate Sale, December 16, 2023. 95 Brick Circle, Brick NJ. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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For Sale 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)

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) Coins Wanted - I will buy all U.S. coins minted prior to 1965. Bill Nila The Coin Man 732-477-7225. (52) 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) 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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Help Wanted Need Daytime Help For Personal Care - For elderly woman living at home, Manchester.

Female wanted, experience preferred. 732-998-6469.

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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) 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) 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) PART-TIME BUS DRIVERS Wanted for the Ocean County Vocational Technical School District: Pay Rate $20/hour. CDL License required, must have (B), (P) & (S) Endorsements. Daily transport of students on field trips in and/or out of State and job shadowing trips. NO PEDDLE RUNS. EOE. Please email resume to ecrawford@ocvts.org or call Ed Crawford at 732-473-3100 ext. 3110. (4) 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) Dental Assistant - (Toms River, NJ) Under the supvn of the dentist, the Dental Assistant will be tasked with prep'g patients for dental treatment, incl welcoming, comforting, seating, & draping them; assisting the dentist during treatment at the chairside by handing instruments & materials & providing suction; informing patients about the procedures; taking dental photographs, incl w/ intra-oral cameras; maintaining accurate patient records; managing incoming & outgoing dental supplies; keeping track of apptmt scheds. HS Deg & 24 mos exp in the job is reqd. Send resume to David Basar, President, Advanced Dental Smile P.C., 224 NJ 37 E, Toms River, NJ 08753.

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

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Services Nor’easter Painting and Staining, LLC - Interior and exterior. Decks, powerwashing. Affordable. Senior discounts. References. No job too small. Fully insured. 732-6910123. Lic #13VH09460600. (t/n) Garden State Property Maintenance - All yard work. Tree-trimming and removal, stump grinding, pavers, decks, flower beds, weeding. 609-661-5470. (t/n) CHEAP PAINTING Done RITE Free est. Senior discounts interior exterior. Call 732-506-7787, cell 646-643-7678. (t/n) Car Service - 24/7. Doctors, shopping, airports, hospitals, cruise, shops, Atlantic City, family functions, NYC accomodations for large groups. Call for reasonable rates.

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(46) 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) 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.

(50) Brazilian House Cleaner Available - Good References and Free estimate! All Ocean area. 732966-5142, Lucia.

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Photo Of The Week

NOTICE OF MEETINGS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE VOCATIONAL SCHOOL IN THE COUNTY OF OCEAN, in accordance with the provisions of the “Open Public Meetings Law”, P.L. 1975, c. 231, hereby establishes the following schedule of meetings to be held during 2023-2024. All meetings shall commence at 4:00 p.m. unless otherwise indicated.

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Local resident Jennifer Morris sent in this great shot she likes to call “Forked River Landscapes.” Isn’t the Jersey Shore picturesque? Have a pic you want to share with our readers? Want to win a prize too? Email photos@jerseyshoreonline.com and you may get lucky!

Beta Sigma Phi “Adopts A Spot” On Route 70

Friday, 12:00 Noon

Meetings will be held in the Conference Room in the Administration Building, at 137 Bey Lea Road, Toms River, New Jersey unless otherwise indicated.

PLEASE NOTE FURTHER, that the public shall not be permitted to actively participate in the Executive Sessions and that the Board of Education of the Vocational School in the County of Ocean in its discretion may prohibit or regulate participation at any meeting.

Photo courtesy Beta Sigma Phi BRICK – The spot is at the corner of Route 70 and Jack Martin Boulevard. Beta Sigma Phi is an international community and service sorority. You have to be invited to join but has nothing to do with a college sorority.

Presently they are 17 members locally and have maintained the spot for ap-

proximately 20 years. They also have plaques in memory of their sisters who have passed. Most of what they use on the spot has been through donations but they also pay dues yearly which they use.

Also supply candy to the VA clinic, sponsor a family during the holidays and various things that come up.

Entrepreneurs Of Faith BRICK – Entrepreneurs of Faith serve to provide inspiration and empowerment needed for a successful, balanced life while pursuing the call of God in order to build genuine relationships within the business community.

They meet every second Friday of the month from 9 to 10 a.m. in the New Youth Room on the left side of the building of New Beginnings Church.

A light breakfast is served. To learn more and to register visit entrefaithful.com.

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Campaign Launched To Curb Impaired Driving This Holiday Season TRENTON – Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin, New Jersey State Police (NJSP) Superintendent Colonel Patrick J. Callahan, and Division of Highway Traffic Safety (HTS) Director Michael J. Rizol Jr., introduced a new holiday impaired driving education campaign, a collaborative effort focused on increasing awareness regarding the consequences of impaired driving and the enforcement measures used to ensure safety throughout the state’s roadways.

Funded by HTS, this safety initiative employs a multi-pronged approach, utilizing radio broadcasts and strategically positioned outof-home advertisements. Its primary mission is to deter impaired driving by illustrating the life-changing legal ramifications of choosing to get behind the wheel while under the effects of drugs or alcohol. These public service announcements will feature the Attorney General and Colonel Callahan, delivering compelling messages designed to discourage impaired driving and encourage responsible decision-making behind the wheel. Public service announcements in Spanish will also be broadcast on streaming audio throughout the state.

“As New Jerseyans prepare for the holiday season, we have a simple but important message: do not drive impaired,” said Attorney General Platkin. “The campaign we are announcing today shows the unmistakable, dangerous, and deadly consequences of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Working together, we can create safer roadways during a time when families and friends come together to celebrate this special time of year.”

The radio campaign launched on November 6 and continues through February 11, maintaining a consistent presence during the holiday season. Simultaneously, billboards will be deployed across key areas from November 27 to January 7, serving as visual reminders of the increased vigilance against impaired driving.

This campaign highlights a particularly dangerous time on the state’s roadways. In 2022, between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Eve, 24 people in New Jersey were killed in crashes involving an impaired driver.

“The New Jersey State Police is proud to lead this crucial campaign, working in close

coordination with our state partners to combat impaired driving,” said Colonel Patrick J. Callahan, Superintendent of the New Jersey State Police. “Through collective action and heightened public awareness, we are resolute in our mission to protect lives and ensure a safe holiday season without preventable traffic tragedies.”

“In this season of hope, this campaign reinforces the importance of responsible driving on our roads,” said Michael J. Rizol Jr., Director of the Division of Highway Traffic Safety.

“Through collective action and heightened public awareness, we are determined to protect lives and ensure safe travels for all New Jersey’s road users.”

This campaign amplifies the multifaced and unwavering commitment between NJSP and HTS to road safety and showcases the formidable partnership between law enforcement and the community, emphasizing the pivotal role of New Jerseyans in curbing incidents of impaired driving during the holiday season and always.

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FUN & GAMES SUDOKU

CROSSWORD PUZZLE

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15 Sharpen 16 Corned beef __ 17 There’s an element of doubt to it?

19 Crazy about 20 Prosecco kin 21 Start to matter?

22 Sing smoothly 23 There’s an element of romance to it?

26 Increased 29 Carving of a Polynesian god 30 “Hips Don’t __”: Shakira hit 31 “Yikes!”

33 Nana alternative 37 __ pressure 39 Keebler baker 41 Gazpacho, por ejemplo

42 Fla. coastal city 45 “The Daily Show” correspondent Lydic 48 Fellows 49 __ Bradley bags 51 If nothing else 53 There’s an element of mystery to it?

57 Leg joints 58 Target on a putting green 59 “Got it” 63 Walkman descendant 64 There’s an element of humor to it?

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Kahlo’s “Self-Portrait With Cropped Hair” 35 Chimps and gorillas 36 Desire 38 Really got going 40 Like skeleton racers, seemingly 43 Some concert merch 44 Mistakenly hit reply all, e.g.

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THIS WEEKNIGHT COMBO IS EASY, PROTEINPACKED AND NOT AT ALL PREDICTABLE

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ORECCHIETTE AND NAVY BEANS WITH BRUSSELS SPROUTS AND SPICY MUSTARD BREAD CRUMBS Serves 4

2 teaspoons vegetable oil 1/4 cup panko bread crumbs 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 1/8 teaspoon plus 1/2 teaspoon table salt, divided, plus salt for cooking pasta Pinch cayenne pepper 8 ounces orecchiette 2 slices bacon, chopped fine 10 ounces Brussels sprouts, trimmed, halved, and sliced thin 1 (15-ounce) can navy beans, undrained 1 tablespoon cider vinegar 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/3 cup sour cream 1. Bring 2 quarts water to boil in a large saucepan.

While water is coming to boil, combine oil, panko,

mustard, 1/8 teaspoon salt, and cayenne in a 12inch nonstick skillet. Cook overmedium-high heat, stirring frequently, until panko is golden brown, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl and let cool completely (do not wash skillet).

2. Add pasta and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt to boiling water and cook, stirring often, until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of cooking water and drain pasta. Return pasta to pot and cover to keep warm.

3. While pasta is cooking, cook bacon in the now-emptyskillet overmedium-high heat, stirring frequently, until crispy, 4 to 5 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer bacon to a paper towel to drain, leaving fat in the skillet.

4. Add Brussels sprouts, 1 tablespoon water, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and stir to coat. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until sprouts are crisp-tenderand bright green, about 4 minutes. Stir in beans and theirliquid, 1/4 cup reserved cooking water,vinegar,andpepperandcookuntilbubbling.

5. Add Brussels sprout mixture and sour cream to pasta and stir until all ingredients are combined.

Adjust consistency with remaining reserved cooking water as needed. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Divide among four shallow bowls. Sprinkle bread crumbs and bacon over pasta. Serve.

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