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PBA FUNDRAISING FOR RETIRED SERGEANT’S RECOVERY

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Photo courtesy Howell PBA Howell PBA Local #228 is asking the public for help to raise funds for retired Sgt. Rocco Cavaluzzi who was badly injured in a motorcycle crash.

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By Stephanie Faughnan HOWELL – In a poignant display of solidar it y, the Howell Police Benevolent Association (PBA Local #228) has initiated a fundraising campaign to support the recovery of retired Sergeant Rocco Cavaluzzi.

A 33-year veteran of the Howell Police Department, Cavalu-

zzi brief ly retired in 2010 before returning to serve the community once again. Working as a Class II special officer in the local municipal court, Cavaluzzi had just finished his shift and was riding his motorcycle home when he was rear-ended by another vehicle.

Cavaluzzi, who is currently in a rehab facility, continues to

face a long and painful recovery from the devastating crash that occurred on November 15, 2023. He has undergone several surgeries, and will need adaptive equipment for his home, as well as ongoing medical care and rehabilitation.

“They initially thought he was going to lose his leg because it was shattered pretty bad,” said Jim Alexander, PBA 228 President. “He also shattered his pelvis and

ruptured his bladder.”

Alexander noted that Cavaluzzi’s overall injuries were initially considered life-threaten i ng. He cred ited Anya, the retired sergeant’s wife, for advocating fiercely to preserve her husband’s leg.

“He’s recovering; he’s doing well,” said Alexander. “Last I saw, he was pretty confident that he was going to fully recover someday and be able to walk around.”

(PBA - See Page 4)

Sacrifice Of The Four Chaplains Commemorated In Manchester

By Mark Bator MANCHESTER – On a near-perfect winter day, the annual ceremony commemorating the Four Chaplains was held at the historic Cathedral of the Air. With the assistance of American Legion Post 129 in Toms River, the

Cathedral of the Air Committee held their annual commemorative event, honoring the four Army chaplains of various faiths who selflessly assisted their fellow servicemen in the early morning hours of February 3, 1943.

The story was recount-

ed by the National Director of the Four Chaplains Foundation, William Kaemmer, who gave the memorial address to the crowd in attendance.

Setting sail from New York on January 23, 1943, the S.S. Dorchester with 902 servicemen,

(Chaplains - See Page 7)

Photo by Mark Bator Berley Hanna, Jr. is presented the award by William Kaemmer as Roger Gengaro and Michael Schaffer look on.

February 24, 2024

Township Enforces Public Smoking Ban

By Alyssa Riccardi HOWELL – In light of the youth vaping epidemic and underage sales of nicotine and tobacco products, the Township of Howell has begun to enforce their updated smoking ordinance.

Howell Township updated its smoking ordinance entitled “Smoking in Public Places; Electronic Smoking Device Use and Sales; Tobacco Sales,” in April 2023. The previous smoking ordinance was decades old, Howell Alliance Coordinator Christa Riddle said.

“Flavored and disposable e-cigarettes with strong concentrates of nicotine, synthetic nicotine, and THC have fueled the teen and young adult vaping epidemic. Nicotine, marijuana, alcohol, and other mind-altering substances can pose serious short- and long-term consequences on the brain, which develops until at least age 25. THC is the main psychoactive chemical in marijuana,” Riddle said.

The goal of the updated smoking ordinance is to protect the youth from nicotine addiction and substance use disorders. The updated smoking ordinance includes electronic smoking device, and tobacco/nicotine sales in Howell.

According to the Howell Alliance, the ordinance follows several key points.

Enforcement of smoking on public property: • Howell Township Police Department officers will enforce smoking on public property and in public places by issuing violations, no matter what substance is being smoked (the substance being smoked will not need to be checked). Violators will be fined, and in lieu of the 1st offense, the Howell Township Municipal Court judge may discretionarily waive the $250 fee with proof of completion of RWJ Barnabas Health Institute for Prevention and Recovery’s 8-week Nicotine and Tobacco Recovery Program, or another similar, accredited cessation program.

• Fines for smoking on public property are as follows: $250 for the 1st offense; $500 for the 2nd offense; and $1,000 for the 3rd and subsequent offenses.

Enforcement of retail electronic smoking device product sales: • Howell Township code enforcement (Smoking - See Page 4)

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PBA:

Continued From Page 1 Cavaluzzi was certainly no stranger to riding a motorcycle. He joined the Howell Township Police Department in July of 1977 and was often seen around town as one of the motorcycle cops.

Within three years of joining the local law enforcement agency, Cavaluzzi was appointed to the SWAT team. In 1980, he was

one of 11 SWAT team members involved in a high-profile case where a man went to his ex-wife’s house, holding it under siege after murdering her.

Cavaluzzi served as a member of the SWAT team for 22 years and was also a member of the detective bureau. He also acted as a training officer within the local department and retired in a supervisory capacity as a sergeant.

Throughout his years of service, Cavalu-

zzi garnered public recognition for various accomplishments in serving the community.

In 2000, he responded to a residence fire and discovered a flaming trail of paper leading to the garage. At the end of the trail was a pool containing what appeared to be a petroleum-based liquid. Cavaluzzi extinguished the flare before it could ignite the structure.

Detecting the smell of gas, Cavaluzzi found that the stove had been pulled out from the wall, preventing a potential ex-

plosion. His eight years of experience as a volunteer fireman in Belmar proved invaluable in handling that incident.

Cavaluzzi’s devotion to public service was not confined to law enforcement alone. A member of the United States Coast Guard Reserves for 21 years, Cavaluzzi was called to active duty in New York City in the aftermath of the tragic events of September 11th.

As the Howell community rallies around Rocco Cavaluzzi during his recovery, the call for financial assistance emphasizes the importance of coming together in times of need. The PBA has set up an online fundraising campaign where people can make donations with 100% of the proceeds going to the family. It can be found at: zeff y.com/ en-US/donation-form/6bf3929a-73d0-43ecb5a2-ee1854cd94ea.

Smoking:

Continued From Page 1 officers and police officers will enforce electronic smoking device product sales violations for selling, distributing, or providing any e-cigarette product to anyone under 21 and all sales of flavored e-cigarette products, regardless if they contain nicotine.

• Operating a business that sells any type of e-cigarette products without securing and keeping in good standing a township license to do so will result in fines. The new e-cigarette retailer license is $1,000 and will need to be renewed annually.

• Fines for retail electronic smoking device product sales violations are as follows: $1,000 for the 1st offense; $1,500 for the 2nd offense; and $2,000 for the 3rd and subsequent offenses.

• Any establishment with two violations per year or five total violations is subject to permanent license revocation at the discretion of the mayor and council.

• Random inspections of retail electronic smoking device product establishments will be made by code enforcement and police officers, as deemed necessary, to check for compliance with proper signage, underage and flavored product sales, and other regulations.

In the state of New Jersey, all flavored e-cigarette products are illegal to sell since April 2020. However, this does not apply to traditional combustible cigarettes (menthol are still allowed, but that may change in the near future).

“There are no nicotine or THC potency caps, and electronic cigarette pods and e-liquids may contain stronger nicotine salts, synthetic nicotine, and higher nicotine concentrates than traditional combustible cigarettes,” Riddle said. “Some youth vape 2 to 3 nicotine pods per day, as well as high potency concentrated marijuana products with THC levels of up to almost 100%, which has been linked to psychoses and cannabis use disorder. For reference, marijuana in the 1970s and 1980s contained 3 to 5% THC.” Howell Township does not permit retail cannabis dispensaries. In 2021, the Township opted out of retail cannabis licensing.

To view the full ordinance, visit twp.howell.nj.us/DocumentCenter/View/9453/O-238---Smoking-Ord-Update-4-4-23?bidId=.

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY E DITORIAL There’s Enough For Everyone There’s a really sad reaction I’ve seen whenever a group receives aid of some sort. It begins with “What about…”

It doesn’t really matter what the groups are. If addicts are being given medical help, someone will say “What about seniors?” If the poor are given free education, someone will say “What about the middle class?”

If undocumented immigrants are given anything, someone will say “What about me?”

This is a good argument, but it makes me sad, but not just because of the ‘whataboutism’ of it all.

In fact, I agree with them most of the time. If one group is given something for free, why not spread the love? Is one group really more deserving than another?

We produce so much food that we throw it away.

Dumpsters outside of grocery stores and restaurants are full of perfectly good food. There’s so much money that we throw millions of dollars at stupid stuff every year. We’re one of the richest countries on the planet.

There’s enough money to spread around.

So, why doesn’t it?

Choice.

We don’t want to spread

the money around.

If veterans are going hungry, it’s because rich people and politicians don’t want to feed them.

If people are dying because they’re not getting health care, it’s because rich people and politicians don’t want them to have it.

There’s enough to go around. We just have to tell the people in charge what to do with our money. We have to vote for politicians who actually want to help people other than themselves and their families.

There’s also a nefarious issue with this line of questioning. This is politics at its worst. A Republican will

see refugees seeking asylum and say “What about veterans?” A Democrat will see a billion dollars spent on a bomber and say “What about inner city schools?”

The fact is, there’s plenty of money for the veterans, the inner city schools, the poor, the middle class, the immigrants - everybody.

But the politicians would rather see us fighting among ourselves.

They want the conservative voters to righteously protect the veterans. They want the liberal voters to be heartbroken over minority children. That’s what gets people riled up and makes them vote. It’s all spin.

Instead of using the resources we have, and helping everyone, the left and right make us fight each other over who gets funding. It’s a death match arena, and the ending is fixed. No one wins.

Besides, look at it this way, if the Green New Deal ever gets passed, liberals would have one less reason to vote.

Democrats have a motive to let the environment suffer in order to get votes and donations.

Same is true on the other side. If veterans got 100% of everything they needed, then Republicans wouldn’t be able to solicit you for their votes and financial

contributions. Republicans have a motive to let veterans suffer in order to get your votes and donations.

The truth is, we can save the environment and make sure veterans have everything they need and cure the root cause of homelessness and make sure everyone has enough to eat.

But the powers that be would rather we fight among ourselves instead.

Think about that the next time someone says “What about…”

the state?

The Murphy administration has set a target of 11 GW of offshore wind power by 2035, establishing New Jersey as a major U.S. offshore wind industry hub. Now is the time to go big on the next round of New Jersey offshore wind awards. Clean renewable energy promoting innovation and economic development while also supporting family-sustaining union jobs is a win-win for everyone and benefits the entire state.

As Governor Murphy stated in his recent State of the State Address, a key piece of advancing clean energy goals is strengthening organized labor by meaningfully growing New Jersey’s unionized workforce and increasing the number of apprenticeship programs in emerging fields such as clean energy. This goal, highlighted in the Governor’s address, is one that our membership shares with the Governor. IBEW Local 400 has been providing a skilled electrical workforce to both Monmouth and Ocean counties for over a century. Our partnership with Attentive Energy, through the Attentive Energy Two project, will generate opportunities in offshore wind across New

Jersey.

Since being selected by the BPU, the Attentive Energy Two project will help Local 400 expand the reach of its apprenticeship programs, ensuring a diverse and ready workforce, prepared to undertake the complexities of off shore wind projects.

Moreover, Attentive Energy’s partnership fosters Local 400’s collaboration with sister locals throughout the state and will offer critical pre-apprenticeship training to traditionally underrepresented groups in the electrical trades, including members of overburdened communities, women, veterans, differently-abled New Jersey residents, and others.

Real momentum to grow offshore wind capacity is building at different levels of government. Let’s advance this momentum with the next round of offshore wind awards in New Jersey.

Labor unions and offshore wind companies are ready for the demands of complex infrastructure projects to meet clean energy goals while providing well-paid work to New Jerseyans along the way.

Chris Lundy News Editor

Letters To The Editor Our Ocean Deserves Better Climate change impacts require immediate actions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, chief among them reducing energy use and waste.

The government, however, is focusing on massive ocean industrialization beginning with offshore wind, transforming the ocean into giant power plants.

This, despite the industry being in economic and technological turmoil as seen in recent media coverage.

Consider the magnitude: millions of acres of ocean habitat filled with thousands of turbines as tall as the Chrysler

building, over 10,000 miles of high voltage cables emitting electromagnetic fields. It is a never-before-seen scale of human industrial invasion and abuse of an ecosystem, which would never be allowed on land.

The ocean deserves protection, after all, it is the planet’s best buffer against climate change.

Alarmingly, New Jersey recently announced it will double its already unreasonable offshore wind commitment, and the federal Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) announced a plan to move even faster, expediting more offshore wind offshore wind development by releasing their Draft Programmatic Environmental

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To be clear, Clean Ocean Action (“COA”) is not opposed to the idea of offshore wind (OSW), COA opposes the reckless scope, scale, and speed currently underway due to the lack of robust independent science, transparency, good governance, and due diligence. Our ocean deserves better - a fair pilot project, a cost/benefit analysis, and real public engagement.

Make your voice heard. This is a unique time as the government has opened opportunities for public comments on these projects. To find out more about BOEM’s public and in-person meetings, visit cleanoceanaction.org.

Some say that climate change is the greatest threat to marine life. That may be true, but this massive industrialization of offshore wind will only increase grave stress and harm to an already overburdened ecosystem. In fact, by BOEM’s own admission, “there would be no collective impact on global warming as a result of offshore wind projects.”

In sum, when has industrialization ever benefitted the environment?

Cindy Zipf Executive Director Clean Ocean Action

Union Labor Calls For Offshore Wind Clean, renewable energy not only propels innovation and economic development but also secures family-sustaining union jobs. That is why IBEW Local 400, with nearly a century of experience helping to build New Jersey infrastructure, embraces the transition toward green jobs in offshore wind.

Renewable energy partnerships can ensure opportunities for union labor, provide necessary skills training, set high safety standards, and promote a more diverse workforce. The offshore wind industry is paving the way for significant economic growth, technology innovation, supply chain investments, and good-paying jobs that benefit all New Jersey residents.

Marshaling and manufacturing ports such as the Paulsboro Marine Terminal and the New Jersey Wind Port are poised to become hubs of activity, providing employment for thousands of workers, and creating supply chain opportunities for businesses across the state. How do we advance these opportunities for residents and businesses across

Robert Shimko Business Manager & Financial Secretary, IBEW Local 400

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SPOTLIGHT ON GOVERNMENT Correspondence & Commentary From Your Local, County, State & Federal Officials

Bill Could Allow Animals Scheduled For Euthanasia To Get Homes Capitol Comments Senator Robert W. Singer 30th Legislative District

TRENTON - Senator Robert Singer (R-30 th) recently introduced a bill that would allow veterinarians to transfer ownership of animals rather than eu-

than izi ng them, u nder certain circumstances.

“Pet ownership can provide a lifetime of love and companionship, but it comes with a lot of responsibility,” said Singer.

“If a pet owner cannot correct troublesome behavior, and brings their animal to a veterinarian to be euthanized, that veterinarian should have the opportunity to fi nd a home for the animal

as long as the animal is healthy, and the veterinarian believes its behavioral issues can be corrected with proper training.”

The legislation would supplement and amend the “New Jersey Unretrieved Animal Act” to authorize veterinarians, when an animal is brought to a veterinarian in order to be euthanized, to instead transfer the animal to a suitable home or animal shelter, under certain circumstances.

Specifically, the authorization would

only apply if: • the animal is physically healthy and the request for euthanasia is being made for behavioral reasons; • the veterinarian determines that the behavior of the animal does not pose a permanent threat to the public safety and that the animal can be rehabilitated; and • the veterinarian informs the animal’s owner prior to its placement in a suitable home or shelter that the animal is capable of being rehabilitated.

NJ Allocates $95M From Opioid Recovery And Remediation Fund From The Desk Of The

Governor Phil Murphy TRENTON – Governor Phil Murphy announced the allocation of over $95 million from New Jersey’s Opioid Recovery and Remediation Fund to support critical programs tackling the opioid crisis, connecting New Jerseyans with tools to reduce overdoses and other harms of substance use, and supporting the treatment and recovery of residents struggling with substance use disorders.

At the recommendation of the State’s Opioid Recovery and Remediation Advisory Council and with extensive input from the public, six programs addressing four priority areas – harm reduction,

prevention and recovery support, treatment, and housing – have been identified to receive funding over the next two to three years.

“Today we are making a historic investment in life-saving and life-changing programs that will connect those suffering from a substance use disorder with the help they need. By bringing together service providers, subject matter experts, and those who have experienced firsthand the impact of the opioid crisis, we have identified key programs to maximize the State’s Opioid Recovery and Remediation Fund,” said Governor Murphy.

“Together, the services being funded will empower families and individuals in New Jersey who have felt the devastating impact of addiction, giving them the resources necessary to support sus-

tained recovery.”

This funding will be invested in initiatives to bolster services and address the needs of those who have been adversely impacted by the opioid crisis: $24 million over two years will expand har m reduction and d r ug user health ser vices at author ized Har m Reduction Centers, and will deploy harm reduction supplies through partner organizations in high-need areas. This will support startup and expansion by the 32-and-counting Harm Reduction Center sites authorized under P.L. 2021, c.396 as implemented in 2023. $17.505 million over three years will expand operations at New Jersey’s 22 Community Peer Recover y Centers, which provide treatment information and other resources in supportive, substance-free environments. $9.025 million over three years will replace and add mobile units providing Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) services in the community. $19.5 million over three years will scale remote referrals to enable 24/7 connections to care from vetted treatment providers and har m reduction ser vices. T h is st atewide expa nsion aims to build upon federal funding that DOH is using to pilot the Medication for Addiction Treatment & Electronic Referrals (MATTERS NJ) platform in four counties. $17 million over three years will bolster the supported housing continuum, including emergency shelter beds for im mediate needs, shor t-ter m rent al subsidies, transitional housing beds, and permanent housing assistance. $8.1 million over three years will expand the New Jersey Keeping Families Together program, which supports parents with opioid use disorder through housing vouchers and rental subsidies, case management, linkage to community services, and therapeutic supports.

The Departments of Human Services, Health, and Children and Families will administer these initiatives. Meanwhile, New Jersey will continue to address new

challenges in the opioid response including the emerging threat of fentanyl adulterated or associated with xylazine (FAAX) in the drug supply nationwide.

In 2024, $500,000 will be used to deploy wound care supplies, hygiene kits, and – through authority under P.L.2023, c.224 enacted in January – xylazine testing supplies.

Collectively, this spending builds on the hundreds of millions of state and federal dollars that the Murphy Administration has already invested to reduce harm and save lives through innovation and evidence-based initiatives across state agencies.

“My office continues to work hard to ensure that the companies that created the opioid crisis are held accountable for the incalculable harm it has done to our residents and our communities,” said Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin. “No amount of money can undo the suffering caused by this crisis or bring back the lives lost, but I applaud Governor Murphy and the Opioid Recovery and Remediation Advisory Council in choosing to prioritize programs that will reduce harm created by the opioid crisis, increase treatment and recovery services across the state, and build and foster resiliency for those struggling with substance use disorder. This focus will save lives and bring needed resources to communities across New Jersey.”

The Advisor y Council, which was established by Executive Order No. 305, and codified by P.L.2023, c.25, is tasked with making recommendations for the Administration’s consideration regarding the pr ior itization and effective use of the State’s share of the nationwide settlement agreements with several opioid manufacturers and distributors for their contributions to the ongoing opioid epidemic. The State of New Jersey, along with eligible counties and municipalities, will receive over $1 billion in settlement funds over the next two decades. As a result, the Advisory Council is also undertaking longer-term strategic planning.

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Continued From Page 1 merchant seamen, and civilians onboard, was passing the coast of Newfoundland at about 12:55 a.m. when it encountered a German submarine patrolling the North Atlantic.

Converted into an Army transport carrier, the 5,649-ton vessel was targeted by submarine U223, which torpedoed the ship as it ferried soldiers bound for service in the European Theater. The transport vessel quickly began to take on water and would, in less than 30 minutes, sink below the icy waves of the North Atlantic.

As the ship began to sink, the four chaplains of different religions, Lt. George L. Fox (a Methodist reverend), Lt. Alexander D. Goode (a rabbi), Lt. Clark V. Poling (a Baptist reverend) and Lt. John P. Washington (a Catholic priest) worked to calm the soldiers and help facilitate an orderly evacuation.

While the deckhands attempted to pass out life vests to all the men onboard, the supply ran out before each man had received one.

It was at this point that the four chaplains offered up their own life vests to the other servicemen and then looked to help as many men as possible into the lifeboats.

“This act is selfless service,” said Kaemmer. “They gave up their life jackets to save others. And again, think about this.

People died in the war all the time. These guys voluntarily gave up their only chance for survival.”

When they could do no more to assist physically, the four then linked arms and looked to console any remaining crew members

The Howell Times, February 24, 2024, Page 7 by leading communal prayers and singing hymns. The four men went down with the ship and were posthumously awarded both the Distinguished Service Cross and the Purple Heart on December 19, 1944.

Each of the chaplains were nominated to receive the Medal of Honor, but were declared ineligible as they had not engaged in combat with enemy forces. Subsequently, the Four Chaplains’ Medal was created by the United States Congress on July 14, 1960, and were presented posthumously to the next of kin of each of the four chaplains on January 18, 1961.

Twenty-seven years later, Congress established February 3 as Four Chaplains Day. This day is often marked with official proclamations, commemorative events and many municipalities will even fly flags at half-mast.

During the ceremony, American Legion member Berley Hanna, Jr. was presented the Legion of Honor of the Chapel of the Four Chaplains award. The award, which is presented annually, is essentially a humanitarian award given to individuals who have demonstrated acts of selfless service to the community at large.

“It was a body of work,” said Past Department Commander Roger Gengaro of the American Legion. Gengaro, who spoke at the service, was the individual who had nominated Hanna for the award. “It wasn’t just [this] year. I’ve known him for quite some time and I’ve served with him on many different committees and programs. I feel like he was a person that was eligible for the Legion of Honor Award not only for what he

did, but the way he goes about doing it. He’s a genuine person and to me, that’s important.”

After receiving the award, Hanna was joined by past award winners, who received a standing ovation from those who had attended the service.

“It doesn’t have to do with military service,” said American Legion chaplain Michael Schaffer, who led the service and acted as its moderator.

“It has to do with the fact that you have a concern about your fellow man, and you’ve gone above and beyond the necessary to make sure that people get taken care of, or their situation gets resolved.”

The Cathedral of the Air sits nestled within the pine trees as part of Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, and was originally conceived as a memorial chapel to those individuals Photo by Mark Bator who had lost their lives in aerial A stained glass window commemorates the Four Chapservice to their country. While lains and the selfless acts aboard the S.S. Dorchester. its imposing stone exterior carries a sense of grandeur, the interior is that night was something above and beyond solemn, with numerous commemorative what [most] of the people on the planet would plaques adorning its walls. ever do,” said Schaffer. “And not necessarily One of the most striking tributes can be seen are they being honored for their heroism; immediately upon entering the cathedral, as they’re being honored for the commitment a stained-glass window commemorates the that they made when they decided to go into tragic events of February 3, 1943, and the the ministry to serve their brothers. No man four chaplains of the Dorchester. can do a greater deed than laying his life “The sacrifice that those gentlemen made down for another.”

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FARMINGDALE – Single Parents with MS presents their 3rd Annual Mustaches for MS on April 28 from 1 to 5 p.m. at Eagle Oaks Golf & Country Club.

The four-hour luncheon will have open bar, passed hors d’oeuvres, three course meal, silent auction & live auction. Semi-Formal Attire.

Give Back Award: Mathew Embrey, MS HOPE, Director/Actor of Living Proof Honoree: Carol Stillwell, CEO Stillwell-Hansen, Inc., Leader of helping others in the community.

Presentation: The ones who are in need.

Single Parents with MS, a 501(c)(3) organization, helps single parents with MS who are experiencing financial hardships.

Support may range from a holiday pick me up, purchasing ADA equipment, household renovations, financial aid or helping keep the lights on during a difficult time. Anything to alleviate some of the stress that comes with MS and being a single parent.

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Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic

HOWELL – Howell Township Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic will be on February 24 (rain date March 2) from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Howell Township Public Works Garage, 278 Old Tavern Road.

Please note, pursuant to Ordinance 2310, the dog and cat licensing period will

begin on March 1, 2024 and end on February 28, 2025. Renewal letters will go out shortly - by email if we have an email address on file, or regular mail if we do not. Please renew on or after March 1 renewals received prior to March 1 will be returned. Any applications received after April 30 will incur a $5 late fee.

Howell Township Summer Camp

HOWELL – Looking for activities for your teen this summer? Camp dates are June 24 through August 2. Registration begins in March. Six weeks of non-stop activities and fun!

Join Teen Expedition and experience a wide range of activities with their friends that include: amusement parks, water parks, trampoline parks, rock climbing, paddle

boarding, kayaking, tubing, bowling, indoor & outdoor laser tag, ice skating, roller skating, beach, boardwalk, baseball, swimming, diving boards, arcades, zoo, golf, ropes course, zip lining, & lunch cruise!

For more information contact Steven Fecher, Director of Community Relations, at 732-9384500 ext. 2106, email sfecher@twp.howell. nj.us, or visit twp.howell.nj.us/115/Activities.

Easter Bunny Photo Fundraiser & Adoption Event

HOWELL – Hop into spring with adorable pup pictures with the Easter Bunny at The Hungry Puppy on March 24 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Join The Hungry Puppy for a day of cuteness overload and get a chance to meet their lovable adoptable dogs. Don’t miss out on the fun – see you there!

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Local Animals Ready For Adoption

HOWELL – Rescue Ridge, a local non-profit, no-kill, all-volunteer animal rescue group who ser ves the Jersey Shore area held an adoption event at the Jackson Pet Supply Plus on February 17.

The event was expected to generate some adoptions and prove the group with much-needed donations. It was a great day for animal rescue and they were happy people came out to help support homeless animals.

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Spring Baseball Clinic

HOWELL – Come improve your baseball skills in a fun and positive environment this spring to get ready for the upcoming season!

A perfect camp for anyone ages 5 to 12 looking to continue developing and learning the fundamentals of the game – regardless of skill level. Beginners will learn the rules of baseball as well as proper throwing, catching, baserunning and hitting while intermediate and advanced players will sharpen those same skills to help take them to the

next level! It will be led by coach Matt Furlong who has years of playing and coaching experience. My goal is for everyone to have fun learning to play the game the right way!

Bat, glove and helmet required with proper baseball attire recommended.

Clinic held on March 16 & 17, and March 23 & 24 at the Howell Central Little League Field. Open to ages 5 to 12. Registration fee is $150. Must register by March 9. Register at howellpal.org.

Saint Veronica Pocketbook Bingo

HOWELL – Saint Veronica Church presents their Pocketbook Bingo on May 2 at the SVC Parish Hall.

Join for a fun evening of games and raff les! Tickets are $35 and includes 10 Bingo games, raff le baskets & 50/50.

Light refreshments, water and coffee will

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Tickets will be going on sale soon and they will sell out! If you would like to help or have questions, contact the Pocketbook Bingo Committee at 201725-2072.

Little Pals Summer Camp

HOWELL – Little Pals Summer Camp runs form July 1 through August 30, located at Little PALS Preschool 115 Kent Road, Howell.

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Cannabis Firm Gets “High Profile” Opening

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By Bob Vosseller LAKEHURST – For months now High Profile, the latest cannabis business in Ocean County, has featured a coming soon sign but it recently had its soft opening.

The site which had been repurposed from a Burger King that went out of business a few years ago, opened its doors last week on Valentine’s Day, February 14.

The shop, the third retail cannabis store in Ocean County, is owned by Michigan-based C3 Industries and will serve adults 21 or older in the store at 145 Route 70 in Lakehurst and through online ordering. There will be drive-through and curbside pick-up services available.

A grand opening celebration is scheduled for 10 a.m. on March 15, and will run through St. Patrick’s Day weekend with product specials, vendor tables and food trucks, according to the firm.

Chief Executive Officer Ankur Rungta said, “we are elated to begin serving the people of Lakehurst as well as communities across Ocean County and Central Jersey.”

He is also the cofounder of C3 Industries.

“We look forward to bringing more consumers across the country High Profile’s exceptional customer service, unique retail experiences and high-quality cannabis products at an accessible price point,” Rungta said.

C3 Industries is a multi-state cannabis firm that provides “premium cannabis experiences for consumers.” High Profile is their 24th dispensary nationwide. New Jersey is the fifth state where the company is operating. High Profile will offer discounts for seniors, veterans, medical card holders and cannabis industry workers, the company added.

High Profile offers a bulk-bundle purchasing options for flower, pre-rolls, edibles, concentrates, vape cartridges, tinctures, topicals and gummies. The company also

offers its High Roller Loyalty member rewards program, with special discounts and perks.

The dispensary staff members are passionate and knowledgeable about cannabis and ready to serve seasoned enthusiasts and first-time consumers, “delivering personalized recommendations, educational insights and a positive shopping experience,” according to company officials.

Additionally, High Profile Lakehurst is offering all High Roller Loyalty members the ability to earn points on every dollar they spend, then cash out whenever they are ready. High Roller members also have the ability to earn 50 free points upon signing up, along with early access to special events and offers, referral perks, double points on Tuesdays and members-only bonus discounts.

Located off Route 70, High Profile Lakehurst is 20 minutes southwest of Lakewood and Brick townships, 15 minutes west of Toms River and Manchester Townships, and only minutes from the Lakehurst Maxfield Field and Lakehurst Historical Museum.

The new dispensary is also conveniently located along the route from Philadelphia to popular New Jersey shore destinations such as Seaside Heights and Island Beach State Park, which are 25 minutes away.

The borough-based shop now joins The Social Leaf Dispensary and Bloc Dispensary as the only retail recreational cannabis shops in Ocean County. The Social Leaf opened last July in South Toms River while Bloc Dispensary based in Waretown, first opened as a medical cannabis dispensary, and was later approved in November to add adult-use recreational cannabis to its product line.

More information about High Profile can be found at their website at highprofilecannabis.com/nj/lakehurst-dispensary.

Howell PAL Summer Camp

HOWELL – Listed below are the options for childcare throughout the summer of 2024 offered by the Howell PAL for grades K-5 (23 - 24 school year):

July 1 through August 2nd (5-Week Camp) – Register by April 30 for a reduced registration fee of $75. After April 30, the late registration fee is $150.

Full Day (8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.) Middle School North or South $450 Extended Day (7 a.m. to 6 p.m.) Middle School North or South $770 August 5 through August 23 (3-Week Camp) – Howell PAL Summer Camp (located at Southard School). Register by May 31 for a reduced registration fee of $75. After May 31, the late registration fee is $150.

Full Day (8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.) Southard $365 Extended Day (7 a.m. to 6 p.m.) Southard $630 Sibling discount of 10% applied for every child after the first. CCR and CHS are accepted. Registration opens March 1. Register at howellpal.org.

No walk ins are allowed. All registrations are done online. Registration includes daily activities, indoor/outdoor play area and crafts.

Trips are at an extra cost.

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Student Presents At Prestigious Microbiology Society

MANALAPAN – Manalapan High School’s Satwik Kurapati conducted research on molecular epidemiology at the Cambridge Centre for International Research under the guidance of Dr. Marta Matuszewska, a research associate at the University of Cambridge School Of Medicine.

Satwik was accepted to present his work, “Analysis of Antimicrobial Resistance and Virulence in Klebsiella pneumoniae Derived from Different Geographical Locations,” at the prestigious Microbiology Society annual meeting in Edinburgh, Scotland!

This conference is renowned for its high-impact presentations and diverse range of scientific research discussions, offering

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WHITING – Come out to the Flea Market on March 16 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. to see what you have been missing out on.

They have over 50 friendly vendors, come on in and check it out our great bargains. If you just want to catch up with your friends, stop by the kitchen for breakfast or lunch

8:30 a.m. till 12:30 p.m. Hope to see you here at 325 Schoolhouse Road, Whiting.

The Flea Market is every third Saturday of every month. The next one is April 20.

If you are interested in renting a table the cost is $10 per table. Call Ronnie at 908303-7377.

Howell Night At The Jersey Shore BlueClaws

HOWELL – Howell Night at the Jersey Shore BlueClaws will be on July 25, 7:05 p.m. start time. Cost is $18 and includes: reserve seat ticket, hot dog, soda, novelty ice cream and boardwalk game ticket. visit the Ticket Kiosk behind home plate on

the concourse to pick up your boardwalk game tickets and food vouchers. If you any questions regarding this outing, email kvallieu@ blueclaws.com.

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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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Hearing loss is highly prevalent, affecting well over a billion people worldwide. In about 25 years, this statistic will double.

Many studies have clearly identified hearing loss as a major risk factor for adverse health outcomes including reduced quality of life, depression, dementia, and possibly mortality. Hearing aids are a first line intervention for most individuals with hearing loss. However, the delay in getting “hearing help” can be up to 10 years!

A recent Lancet Study utilized a cross sectional analysis of 9885 adults who participated in the National Health & Nutrition Examination Survey between 1999 and 2012. The association between hearing aid use and risk of mortality was examined among adults with various degrees of hearing loss. Among individuals with hearing loss, the risk of mortality was lower among regular hearing aid users than “never” users of hearing aids.

There are many theories proposed to explain the association between hearing loss and mortality. The first possible explanation involves common pathology

that affects both hearing and comorbidities leading to death, such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and dementia. A second mechanism is the relationship between hearing loss and frailty. Thus, auditory deprivation resulting from hearing loss might negatively affect brain structure.

The bottom line is consistent hearing aid use contributes to improved brain function. Several studies suggest up to a 50% reduction in cognitive decline with consistent hearing aid use. In my opinion, there needs to be additional efforts to improve accessibility and affordability of hearing aids in individuals with lower socioeconomic status.

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HERE’S TO YOUR HEALTH Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Unlocking Mental Clarity: A Comprehensive Guide To Bacopa’s Benefits

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. Bacopa monnieri, known as Brahmi, is a revered herb in Ayurvedic medicine for its cognitive-enhancing and stress-reducing properties.

Its adaptogenic and nootropic benefits, supported by scientific research, include improving memory, reducing anxiety and stress, and enhancing brain health.

Studies highlight Bacopa’s impact on neurotransmitters like dopamine, serotonin, and GABA, which are crucial for mood regulation, cognitive function, and relaxation.

As you will soon learn, Bacopa can reduce stress.

It is an adaptogen. We don’t think about stress too much, other than figuring out ways to deal with it, but stress raises cortisol in the body. When that happens, you can lose your hair, or it thins out.

This is one common reason people have sudden thinning hair, or hair loss… they went through a tough time several weeks or months prior.

Anyway, Bacopa is adaptogenic, and reduces cortisol and as such, it may indirectly help with hair growth. It is known to thin the blood, and slow the heart rate down so I should caution you about those side effects.

There are 10 main ways that Bacopa can help a person. It mainly improves mood, sleep and brain power. The key benefits include: • Memory Enhancement: Research shows Bacopa significantly improves memory in older adults, aiding against age-related cognitive decline.

• Stress Reduction: Bacopa reduces cortisol levels, mitigating stress’s impact on mental clarity and hair health.

• Neuronal Communication: It boosts synaptic communication, enhancing the brain’s information processing capabilities.

• Antioxidant Protection: Rich in antioxidants, Bacopa protects against neurodegenerative diseases and supports cellular longevity.

• Improved Focus: Studies found Bacopa

improves attention, learning rate, and memory, beneficial for both students and professionals.

• Mental Health Support: It offers calming effects on the nervous system, reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety. One way it does this is by improving thyroid hormone levels.

• Sleep Quality: By reducing anxiety, Bacopa aids in improving sleep patterns and quality.

• Neuroprotection: Its compounds protect the brain against cognitive decline and support brain health across ages.

Aging Brain Health: Enhances cognitive functions and memory, supporting healthy aging.

• Stress Adaptability: Improves resilience to stress for better mental balance in today’s fastpaced environment.

Usage typically involves capsules or tablets due to their bitter taste, with liquid extracts also available for those preferring a different form.

Integrating Bacopa monnieri into your regimen is great for mental performance and relaxation.

Synapsa® is a brand of this herb, and its proprietary form has been featured in seven different clinical trials over the past 30 years. It’s the best in my opinion because it’s standardized and patented. This is why I sourced it for my Memory Script capsules which you can find online at my shop, or on Amazon. You can buy other types of Bacopa monnieri at any health food store nationwide.

For those people seeking the ultimate in brain focus, recall, and relaxation, I’d also consider taking Magnesium L Threonate which is also widely available. The magnesium and Bacopa would be amazing together.

To summarize this, we all seem to rely on caffeine for brain power these days, but there’s a more natural botanical herb called Bacopa monnieri and I think it has powerful adaptogenic effects on the body. I have a longer version of this article, and a free ebook available at my website suzycohen.com.

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What Are The Rules When Flying Drones For Fun? By: Michael J. Deem Esq., of R.C. Shea & Associates

Fly for Fun under the Special Rule for Model Aircraft!

You don’t need permission from the FAA to fly your UAS (Unmanned Aircraft System) under the Special Rule for Model Aircraft, but you must always fly safely. You may elect to register your UAS to help in the recovery of lost equipment, but this is not required.

The FAA has adopted the following UAS Safety Guidelines: • Fly at or below 400 feet • Be aware of airspace requirements and restrictions • Stay away from surrounding obstacles • Keep your UAS within sight • Never fly near other aircraft, especially near airports • Never fly over groups of people • Never fly over stadiums or sports events • Never fly near emergency response efforts such as fires • Never fly under the influence of drugs or alcohol Flying under the Special Rule for Model Aircraft.

The Special Rule for Model Aircraft (P.L. 112-95, Section 336) provides the definition and operating rules for flying a model aircraft. Model aircraft operators that comply with all of these operational requirements during flight do not have to register their UAS with the FAA. Model aircraft operators must follow these rules to fly under this Rule: • the aircraft is flown strictly for hobby or recreational use (once you start earning money from the use of the drone you have removed yourself from this exception); • the aircraft is operated in accordance with a community-based set of safety guidelines and within the programming of a nationwide community-based organization; • the aircraft is limited to not more than 55 pounds unless otherwise certified through a

design, construction, inspection, flight test, and operational safety program administered by a community-based organization; • the aircraft is operated in a manner that does not interfere with and gives way to any manned aircraft; and • when flown within 5 miles of an airport, the operator of the aircraft provides the airport operator and the airport air traffic control tower (when an air traffic facility is located at the airport) with prior notice of the operation (model aircraft operators flying from a permanent location within 5 miles of an airport should establish a mutually-agreed upon operating procedure with the airport operator and the airport air traffic control tower [when an air traffic facility is located at the airport]) A model aircraft is defined as an unmanned aircraft that is capable of sustained flight in the atmosphere, flown within visual line of sight of the person operating the aircraft and flown for hobby or recreational purposes.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Krill – A Tiny Shrimp-Like Crustacean – Feeds Many

By Renee A. Thomaier Retired New Jersey State Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator These tiny little creatures are very important part of the world’s food chain. They support the diets of hundreds of other species.

Generally, they resemble small crayfish, shrimp, and lobster, but only reach a maximum length of about two inches and weigh less than one ounce.

Krill consists of many species and are found throughout the world’s oceans. Most species will migrate during the day from deeper waters where they hide from predation to more shallow waters at night, feeding while

still under the cover of darkness.

Traveling in schools together, they provide food to predators in abundance, meaning, many are consumed at one time. Animals such as seals, penguins, and baleen whales prey on them. Baleen refers to the filter-feeding system inside the mouths of baleen whales. The whale will open its mouth underwater. The whale will force the water out from its mouth, where it filters krill, and then consume the krill. There are approximately 16 species of baleen whales, which include the humpback, sperm, and bowhead. The blue whale, which is the largest animal that has ever lived, consumes approximately

40 million krill each day (8,000 pounds of food daily).

Aside from marine life consuming krill, krill is also commercially harvested by humans. In countries like Japan, Russia, Spain, and the Philippines, people enjoy eating krill.

However, most commercial catch is used to feed fish in home aquariums. The krill are dried and packaged.

The change in climate plays a significant part in the survival of our planet. Not just the oceans, but everywhere. Pollution can cause algal blooms (toxin-producing algae) that can impact the entire food chain. Species feeding upon other food sources become

affected, and therefore the breakdown of life support for many can become catastrophic.

Any loss of habitat or food sources in nature will cause an imbalance beyond our ability to measure. In the last 100 years, humans have driven 18 animals to extinction. Once they’re gone – they’re gone.

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

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Across 1 “You Shook Me All Night Long” band 5 Apiphobe’s phobia 9 “I __ confused” 13 Wintry mess 14 Sole 15 Mountain cat 16 *Frying pans anyone can use?

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Get Hired, Get Promoted, Enhance Your Career In HR

LINCROFT – Only five seats are left for the SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) and the SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) exam prep course and study group, beginning February 28 through May 15 from 6 to 9 p.m., at Brookdale Community College, Lincroft.

The course, in partnership with JSAHR

(Jersey Shore Assoc. for HR), will help expand one’s HR knowledge and skills, reduce test anxiety, and provide preparation for the exam.

This course teaches the technical and operational aspects of HR management to prepare for a more senior HR position.

Besides preparing attendees for a variety of management and leadership roles, this

program provides a credential that shows employers you’re ready to move up. Experienced professionals offer a variety of perspectives, and all instructors are highly qualified and very experienced in the SHRM course content.

The cost of $1,299 includes books, online resources and 2,000 plus practice questions, and optional Zoom content and

Send your community events to news@jerseyshoreonline.com

test review sessions. For a payment plan, call 732-224-2315.

For more information or to register, contact Carolyn Broderick, SPHR, SHRMSCP, HRIP, the president and director of certification for Jersey Shore Association of Human Resources (JSAHR), Neptune, at carolynbrod@gmail.com or call 732244 2315.

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OMARR’S ASTROLOGICAL FOR THE WEEK OF FEB 24 - MAR 1

BY JERALDINE SAUNDERS FORECAST ARIES (March 21-April 19): Established patterns may change in unexpected ways. Make yourself ready to take advantage of this vibe to improve your position and influence. Be a resource to help those around you deal with transition.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Staying in contact with your network may be more important than usual. Knowing who to call for a favor can help get things done. Be ready to adapt to unforeseen changes. Prove that you’re the one.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You can invest your time or pass your time. Every day you have the opportunity to choose between working toward attainment of your goals or succumbing to all the fun distractions out there. Choose wisely.

CANCER (June 21-July 22):Try to let subtle annoyances go rather than becoming reactive. You may find that some people honor their promises even when you do not agree completely. People pretty much want the same things; look for commonality.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Power struggles may only cause confusion. Consider if the struggle is really within yourself.

Attaining material success might be more about perseverance than by learning complex tech or inventing something unique.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You may think everything is aligned for romance, but your partner might not understand your enthusiasm. It could be awkward, but find a time to discuss your feelings. Work together to determine where the relationship leads.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Distractions for dating singles could seem endless, yet the right person can be out there if you meet under Cinderella stars. You can miss your soulmate if your timing is off. Talk to your friends about your wants and needs.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): There are often degrees of compromise everyone must negotiate. If people push you to abandon your vision, decide where you can change and what can’t be touched.

See where their goals align with yours.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): New beginnings under poor stars are difficult even if you do everything right. If things pile up it might seem that ignoring logic is the only way to get anything done. Take things one step at a time.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Confidence is a form of bravery. It’s not a lack of fear but being afraid and doing the right thing anyway.

Know that your resolve can be very effective when you face people who say it can’t be done.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): There may be agitation if you discuss your plans. Even if you’re intending to commit, the initial circumstances may raise questions. Understand the hurdles you face if you decide to pursue this path.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Ignite your ambitions with imaginative ideas, insights, and inspirations. Use your sixth sense to connect with people you can trust in business as well as in love. Take the time to form new social connections.

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