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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 recounted by the National Director of the Four Chaplains Foundation, Willia m K aem mer, 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, merchant seamen, and civilians onboard, was passing the coast of

Photos by Mark Bator (Above) Berley Hanna, Jr. is presented an award by William Kaemmer as Roger Gengaro and Michael Schaffer look on.

(Below) The imposing stone exterior of the Cathedral of the Air, set in the pine trees adjacent to the military base.

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County Leaders Challenged

By Bob Vosseller and Chris Lundy OCEAN COUNTY – A political upset happened when the Ocean County Republican screening committee endorsed Manchester Mayor Robert Arace and Berkeley Township Board of Education president Jennifer Bacchione rather than the incumbent commissioners.

This means that current Commis-

sioners Gary Quinn and Director Bobbi Jo Crea will be facing a challenge during at the upcoming Ocean County GOP convention.

Arace and Bacchione are both closely allied with County GOP Chairman George Gilmore, who reclaimed his position as Ocean County GOP chairman in 2023.

Arace is 30 years old and is

(Above) A stained glass window commemorates the Four Chaplains and the selfless acts aboard the S.S. Dorchester.

February 24, 2024

Cannabis Firm Gets “High Profile” Opening

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 drivethrough 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 (Cannabis - See Page 7)

Resident Wants Animal Cruelty Law Passed

By Bob Vosseller MANCHESTER – Should a resident be allowed to put poison out on their lawn?

During a recent Township Council meeting, Gail O’Connor, a resident of the senior community Leisure Village West, brought up concerns about a resident who put a lethal chemical on his Canterbury

Drive lawn on Christmas.

“A gentleman decided to put rat poison on his lawn because he didn’t want the dogs on his lawn and one of the residents walking by with their dog - and we have rules about where we walk our dogs, we don’t put them on people’s lawns - she realized what it was and it was rat poison.”

O’Connor added, “Our associ-

ation called the police and the county. They checked it out and it was rat poison. I think the health department is getting involved. The police came and said that rat poison is a legal substance and so they couldn’t do anything.”

“I’m sure that is the case. We have a great police department (Animal - See Page 4)

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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 by leading communal prayers and singing

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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 who had lost their lives in aerial service to their country. While its imposing stone exterior carries a sense of grandeur, the interior is solemn, with numerous commemorative plaques adorning its walls.

One of the most striking tributes can be seen immediately upon entering the cathedral, as a stained-glass window commemorates the tragic events of February 3, 1943, and the four chaplains of the Dorchester.

“The sacrifice that those gentlemen made that night was something above and beyond what [most] of the people on the planet would ever do,” said Schaffer. “And not necessarily are they being honored for their heroism; they’re being honored for the commitment that they made when they decided to go into the ministry to serve their brothers. No man can do a greater deed than laying his life down for another.”

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Continued From Page 1 but I feel something should be done to put the law on the books. Beyond the dogs, what about our little grandkids who might have run on the guy’s lawn? Just because it is a legal substance doesn’t mean something shouldn’t be done,” she added.

Rat poison is not only hazardous to rodents, cats and dogs, but small animals that may eat it like a mouse who then gets eaten by owls or other birds of prey.

O’Connor told the mayor and council that LVW maintenance was called in and it had to be cleared out. “They were out breaking their back all afternoon cleaning up rat poison and the police were there spending their time. I’d like to see what you can do about putting a law on the books.”

“We do have a lot of dogs but this gentleman is only covering the price of maintenance. Nothing else is going to happen to this guy who wants to poison animals. I think the police should be able to do something. I really hope you guys can come up with something that will help protect our residents,” she said, asking the governing body if they could speak to the LVW homeowners’ association about this problem. “Help us do something about this guy. We can’t kick him out or anything.”

Council President Roxy Conniff said that there would be discussion concerning this issue.

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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

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Continued From Page 1 currently serving the second month of his second year as mayor. He is the youngest candidate for such a county position.

Arace told The Manchester Times, “I was surprised. It all came about very quickly. It was only about a week or two ago when I was fi rst asked if I had interest. I had some reservations about it because I actually love Manchester (serving as mayor) and there is a lot of work to be done here.”

Arace added, “what I have learned and learned rather quickly is that when you have a population of retirees that need critical services like EMS, fi re and police, that is something I am extremely passionate about.” He said he wants to see those services continue to be delivered “at extremely high quality for our residents however, on the flip side of that is to ensure the township is affordable for our retirees.”

“It has always been this balance of how to continue to provide critical services that are necessary, keep the township quality insomuch as open space but also keep the township affordable. What I have found in the last two years is that the town hasn’t had representation regionally in a really long time whether it be on any county boards or for the Board of Commissioners for that matter,” the mayor said.

He noted, “I feel like some of the big issues of Manchester Township go unmet

The Manchester Times, February 24, 2024, Page 5 and I don’t always necessarily feel the county is distributing its resources fairly.

So, in being presented the opportunity and trying to decide, with the team I have here and speaking with all of them I have decided it is the best for the town to fight for those resources for us.”

Bacchione has been on the Board of Health since 2018, and chairs the Housing Authority in Berkeley. She is also the coordinator of the Municipal Alliance.

She has been the executive director of the county GOP since January of 2023. In that role, she said she has been meeting with officials in towns throughout the county and each one has different needs. Small towns have different issues than large ones. The mostly-rural Plumsted and Jackson have different concerns than the shore towns like Bay Head. However, they all have voices that need to be heard. She hopes to be the one who listens to them.

One issue she hears a lot about is traffic and development. People are moving down from northern Jersey for a number of reasons; for example covid has caused people to work from home so they don’t have to live near their jobs any more.

A comprehensive plan is needed to make sure the infrastructure is there to handle this influx of residents. One challenge is that Route 9 hasn’t been sufficiently updated in decades – a topic she’s well versed in, living in Berkeley.

Bacchione has been on the Berkeley

Township Board of Education since 2017, serving as its president since 2019. She ran for re-election last year and won, during the same election that her husband, John, won election as mayor.

She said there were 11 people who came before the screening committee, including the two incumbents.

“We’re ready to move ahead and move forward,” she said.

The two incumbents have years of experience within Ocean County politics. Quinn, a former mayor of Lacey, is in his second term as a commissioner. He was elected in 2018 to succeed the late John Bartlett.

Crea, previously the mayor of Little Egg Harbor, secured her commissioner position in 2021, overcoming John Bacchione among others in a screening committee decision.

Crea, who convinced her Republican colleagues to support a homelessness trust fund last year and was appointed director of the board this year serves as principal liaison to the county Department of Human Services and Board of Social Services.

During the 2021 GOP primary race, Quinn who served that year as director of the board, received more than 32,549 votes on Election Night while Crea, who had the official endorsement of the county Republican club had 30,805 votes. Michael Thulen Sr., a former Brick Township councilman, had 4,758 and Kenneth Seda of Manchester, who served on the 30th

District staff, had 4,594.

That marked the first time in decades for a contested Republican primary for the seats on the board, which was called the Board of Freeholders until the beginning of 2021, when the name changed statewide. Both Quinn and Crea were picked by voters that year during the November general election.

The Ocean County Republican convention will be held on February 29 and that is where the stage will be set for party members to decide whether to follow the screening committee’s recommendations to bounce the incumbents or to maintain support of Quinn and Crea.

Arace explained the process saying, “the surrounding municipalities can come to that convention with various delegates and will cast their votes for who they would want their nominee to be. I really love it here and if I don’t get it, I will happily stay here.”

He and his wife Deanna sat down and discussed the idea and what would be best for the town “and because of the team we built here and having the ability to have the representation at a county level that the town hasn’t had in a long time, after a long deliberation that it was at least worth a shot.”

The mayor added, “if it doesn’t happen, I will fight on the local level and if it does, I will fight and represent the town on a county level. It is one of the hardest decisions I ever had to make.”

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Continued From Page 1 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

The Manchester Times, February 24, 2024, Page 7 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 highprofile cannabis.com/nj/lakehurst-dispensary.

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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…”

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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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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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Legislators: BPU Must Reject 24% Natural Gas Rate Hike CAPITOL COMMENTS 9th Legislative District

Senator Carmen F. Amato, Jr. Assemblyman Brian E. Rumpf Assemblyman Gregory Myhre

TRENTON – Senator Carmen Amato and Assemblymen Brian Rumpf and Greg Myhre are calling on

the Board of Public Utilities (BPU) to reject a recent petition filed by New Jersey Natural Gas that would in-

crease heating bills by 24% for utility customers.

The Delegation sent the following letter to BPU President Christine Guhl-Sadovy: “Dear President Guhl-Sadovy: “Without hesitation, the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities should reject the recent petition filed by New Jersey Natural Gas in view of the excessive nearly 24

percent rate increase which would be imposed on ratepayers.

“This is an urgent outreach by our Delegation representing the interests of our constituents who are at risk of being harshly impacted from a financial standpoint should such a rate increase be approved by the Board.

Certainly, the rate increase would represent a direct cost

of living increase and would threaten the viability of many already struggling ratepayers to afford their current housing.

“When considering the ramifications for thousands of ratepayers who stand to have their natural gas bills spike sharply, it is clear that the Board has the responsibility to reject the unconscionable rate increase petition filed

by New Jersey Natural Gas. Approving the rate increase would blatantly deviate from the Board’s Mission Statement to ensure affordable rates to all members of the public who seek such services.

“Thank you, in advance, for your attention to this urgent communication sent in representing the people of the 9th Legislative District.”

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 exper ts, 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 Gover nor Mur phy.

“Together, the ser vices 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 sustained recovery.”

This funding will be invested in initiatives to bolster services and address the needs of those who have been adversely impacted by

By Alyssa Riccardi OCEAN COUNTY – If you see or smell smoke in Ocean County, it is most likely a prescribed burn performed by the New Jersey Forest Fire Service.

Prescribed burns are intentional fires set to clear out easily flammable brush before a wildfire does it.

The New Jersey State Forest Fire Service conducts burns throughout the state typ-

the opioid crisis: $24 million over two years will expand harm reduction and drug user health services at authorized Harm 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 Recovery 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 harm reduction services.

This statewide expansion 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 immediate needs, short-term rental 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 st ate 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 pri-

Prescribed Burning Begins In Ocean County ically between February and early April.

The burns destroy fallen trees, branches, leaves, pine needles and other debris on the forest floor.

In addition, the burns improve habitat for plants and animals, reduces the presence of damaging insects and ticks, and recycles nutrients into the soil.

“The importance of prescribed burning in New Jersey’s forests cannot be overstated,”

Department of Environmental Commissioner Shawn M. LaTourette said. “Prescribed burning is a safe activity that is planned with strategic input from multiple DEP programs to reduce and eliminate the materials that fuel wildfires while protecting public safety.

Prescribed burning also helps minimize the adverse impacts of climate change by limiting significant and harmful releases of carbon during wildfires.”

oritize 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 Advisory 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 prioritization 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.

Residents are advised that they might see large plumes of smoke and might smell smoke for miles around. The burns will continue through the end of March, depending on weather.

For more information, go to facebook. com/newjerseyforests or call 609-292-2977.

If you are unsure if it is a controlled burn or a real forest fire, call 911 or 877-WARNDEP.

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Crestwood Village 3 Travel Club News

WHITING – It’s time to get your tickets for upcoming trips for next year. It is important to get your tickets as early as possible so the trip doesn’t have to be cancelled because there weren’t enough tickets sold to run the trip.

April 30 – Lunch at Shady Maple in Lancaster, PA. Price $90. Trip includes lunch at Shady Maple with ample time to shop or browse before lunch, then travel through Lancaster, PA and make three other stops for delicious snacks, shopping or just exploring. Gather at Unity Hall at 7:45 a.m. and return about 7:15 p.m. In the past, this trip has sold out and people were disappointed. So don’t wait, get your tickets early. Last day to purchase tickets is March 25.

June 6 – Trip to Caesar’s Casino in Atlantic City. Price $35. Trip includes round-trip transpor tation and a $20 casino bonus. They will gather at Unity Hall at 8:45a.m. and return at 5:45 p.m.

Casino bonuses are subject to change without notice. Valid Government issued ID required to receive Casino Bonus.

September 17 – Lunch at Shady Maple and DANIEL Show at Sight & Sound Theatre in Lancaster, PA: Price $160.

This promises to be another great show so be sure to reserve your ticket early so you won’t be disappointed. They have Orchestra Side seats reserved for this show. They are collecting a $50 deposit now to reserve your seat, another $55 payment will be due by April 15 and the balance of $55 will be due by July 15.

Gather at Unity Hall at 8:30 a.m. and return at 8:30 p.m.

Deposits will only be refunded if trip is cancelled. Tickets for trips will be on sale on Monday mornings at Unity Hall, 250 Schoolhouse Road, from 9 to 11 a.m.

For reservations or information, call Rose Kantenwein at 732-408-5441. Make all checks payable to CV3 Travel Club.

Travel Bocce Presents Upcoming Trips

WHITING – Travel Bocce presents the following trips in 2024: Cape Cod and Martha’s Vineyard: five days and four nights, June 10 through 14.

Cost is $745 for double; $880 for single.

Mount Rushmore, The Badlands, Black Hills Of South Dakota & Yellowstone National Park: 14 days and 13 nights, August 16 through 29. Cost is $2,495 for double; $3,692 for single.

Garden Of The Gods, The Royal Gorge & Colorado Springs: 11 days and 10 nights, September 13 through 23. Cost is $1,545 for double; $2,069 for single.

For a f lyer or more information, call Debbie at 201-618-8514. Purchase tickets on Tuesday’s from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Village 5 clubhouse 325 Schoolhouse Road, Whiting. A $75 deposit due upon sign for all trips.

Property Tax Reassessment Informational Meetings

MANCHESTER – Residents are invited to attend an upcoming Property Tax Reassessment Informational Meeting to learn more about the process and have their questions answered by the professionals in our Tax Assessor’s Office.

Crestwood Village Six Clubhouse: April 10, 7 p.m.

Renaissance Homeowners Assn.: May 8, 6 p.m.

Country Walk of Lake Ridge Clubhouse: to be determined Meadows of Lake Ridge Clubhouse: to be

determined Reserve/Lennar of Lake Ridge: to be determined Lennar at Venue at Woodlands: to be determined Detailed information about the reassessment process is available online at: manchestertwp.com/departments/department-of-administration/tax-assessor.

Additionally, the Tax Assessor’s Office is happy to answer your questions by phone or email: 732-657-8121, ext. 3802, or taxassessor@manchestertwp.com.

Meadows At Lake Ridge Annual Vendor Fair

WHITING – The Meadows at Lake Ridge is holding their First Annual Vendor Fair on May 4 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 2 Clear Lake Drive, Manchester.

Vendors: set up starts at 8 a.m. Ready to go by 9:45 a.m. Fee is $30 and a gift valued at a minimum of $15. Tables: 4 or 6 ft tables only (your own) - black tablecloth to the floor if

possible. Chairs: one or two provided.

Deadline to be included in the advertising is March 15. Make checks payable to: The Meadows of Lake Ridge. Mail checks to: MaryAnna Forman 1 Springer Ct. Whiting, New Jersey. Put Meadows Fair in comments.

Email your logo and two or three pictures of what you sell maryanna2180@gmail.com.

Crestwood Village 4 Flea Market

WHITING – Come and join at Crestwood Village 4 Flea Market on March 2 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. They have a Flea Market the first Saturday of every month. Crestwood Village 4 is located as 15E Moccasin Drive in Whiting.

There are over 50 vendors with great bargains. Ladies at the stage area have a

wonderful selection of goods all donated by village residents. The kitchen will be serving tasty breakfast treats, and later on lunch will be available. Stop by and visit Jerry with his pull tabs, it might be your lucky day.

The flea market is located at 15E Moccasin Drive, Whiting. If you are interested in renting a table, contact carolmarsella2@gmail.com.

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National Active & Retired Federal Employees Association (NARFE) – Spring Meetings

MANCHESTER – Chapter 637, Northern Ocean County, and Chapter 1619, Greater Lakehurst, of NARFE would like to invite all Federal Employees, active and retired, or spouses of deceased federal employees, to join the monthly combined meetings.

They discuss benefits, pensions and annuities.

Each month there is a guest speaker on relevant topics, fellowship and refreshments. Meetings are the 3rd Monday of the month (excluding January, February, July and August). They meet at 1 p.m. at the Manchester Municipal Building, Route 37 West and Colonial Drive, Manchester, in the downstairs meeting room (elevator available). They look forward to welcoming new and current members.

2024 Spring Meeting Schedule is as follows: March 18 – Speaker: William R. Fence, VP, K&R Tax and Financial Services, Inc. He will be discussing changes to 2024 Income Tax and

other financial issues.

April 15 – Speaker: Ms. Jaclyn Wood, Community Engagement Coordinator of the Jay & Linda Grunin Center for the Arts at Ocean County College, will be explaining all they have to offer the public.

May 20 – Speaker: Ms. Dena Glynn, Director of Outreach & Community Relations of Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey, will be discussing the services they offer seniors and those caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s or Dementia as well as volunteer opportunities available.

June 10 – Spring Luncheon, Place to be determined.

July & August – No meetings, see you in September Any questions or further information, call Janet Adams at 732-279-3857 or Shirley Veiga at 732-408-7482.

Crestwood Village Six Movie Night

WHITING – On March 8, “The Girl Who Believes In Miracles” will be shown. The movie is about a young girl named Sara who learns in church that, with faith, God can move mountains. A true believer, Sara prays for big changes for those in need, leading to miraculous results. It is a great movie to watch for the upcoming Easter season. The movie is rated PG and runs 1 hour and 30 minutes. Movie is shown closed-captioned for the hearing impaired.

Doors open at 5 P.M. and the movie starts at 6 p.m. Come early to sit, chat and enjoy

light refreshments that will be served until 5:45 p.m. The movie will be shown at Deerfield Hall, 6 Congasia Road, Whiting/ Manchester off of Pinewald Keswick Road.

Feel free to bring your own chair or cushion, if the provided chairs do not suit you, however, please do not block others’ views.

All are welcome for the cost of $3 which includes some light refreshments. Feel free to bring your own snacks. Non-residents of Crestwood Village Six are always welcome. Any questions call Arlene at 732-408-5147.

Sunday Worship Services of Holy Communion at 10 a.m. &Wednesday spoken Holy Communion at 9 a.m.

Christ Lutheran Church The Rev. Dr. J. Francis Watson, Pastor 40 Schoolhouse Road, Whiting, NJ 08759 Phone 732.350.0900 • Fax 732.350.0343 E-mail: christlutheranchurch2@verizon.net Website: christlutheranwhiting.com

for your particular needs. Medical and non-medical transportation is available on a first come, first served basis.

Now at two locations: 1 Colonial Drive, Manchester (Monday through Friday) 82 Lacey Rd, Whiting (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday only) For more information, call 732-849-8305.

St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon And Dance

WHITING – Crestwood Village 3 St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon and Dance will be on March 17 from 2 to 6 p.m. at Unity Hall, 250 Schoolhouse Road.

Music by DJ Johnny. Cost is $15 per person. Includes: corn beef or turkey sandwich, coleslaw, pickles, chips, soda, tea, coffee

and cake. 50/50 tickets will be sold.

Tickets available at Unity Hall on Mondays from 9 to 11 a.m. until March 11. Tickets will not be sold at the door. No refunds unless canceled.

For more information contact 1-848-227-1118 or Cwv3residentclubevents@gmail.com.

Whiting Fire Company $3,000 Bingo

WHITING – The Whiting Fire Company is hosting a $3,000 Bingo on March 24.

Doors open at 3 p.m. Calling at 5 p.m.

Tickets at $40 each. To purchase call Diane at 732-948-6025 or come to the firehouse on Wednesday nights.

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All calls made to Manchester Senior Services can provide you with information about programs on local, county and state level. An outreach coordinator can assist you in applying for benefits. The information may help you to make the best decision

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Egg My Yard

MANCHESTER – Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore, Shore Pines Region, present Egg My Yard. Let Senior Girl Scout Troop 297 transform your yard into an egg-stravagant wonderland with treat filled eggs! Open to All Manchester Township, Whiting, and Lakehurst residents!

Two dates to choose from: March 29 (6 to 8 p.m.) or March 30 (5 to 8 p.m.) Egg package costs: 20 eggs for $10

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Photo by Bob Vosseller Mayor Robert Arace at right, reads a proclamation to Julius Bee’s wife Thelma Bee and his son Daniel Dant.

By Bob Vosseller MANCHESTER – A township resident was honored for his kindness during a recent Township Council meeting.

Julius Bee, 89, was remembered as a caring bus driver who steered not only his vehicle straight but the students on it as well. He died on January 9 and left the community many wonderful memories.

The MTEA referred to him as “the legendary Mr. Bee” who devoted most of his life to safely transporting the children of Manchester over a distinguished career spanning several decades.

He was also well known for his devotion to his house of worship, the Whiting Bible Church (WBC). “He was a great servant in all that he did at our church or in town. We pray for (his wife) Thelma and his family.

We know he is at peace in his eternal quarters,” WBC Pastor Dave Rittenger told The Manchester Times last month.

At the council meeting, Mayor Robert Arace presented a proclamation to Bee’s wife Thelma and his son Daniel Dant in his memory.

“Julius Bee exemplified service and love to his community,” Arace said while reading the proclamation. He noted Bee became an intergenerational figure “woven into the fabric of our town.”

“He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force, deployed to Korea and Vietnam as a security forces airman safeguarding the freedoms we hold dear,” the mayor said noting Bee retired from the Air Force in 1973 and became involved with WBC where he served as a deacon showing “an unwavering commitment to faith and his community.”

He served as bus driver for nearly five decades, “touching the lives of generations with kindness and care,” Mayor Arace added.

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WHITING – There will be a free showing of the movie “Robber of the Cruel Streets” at Christ Evangelical Church, 300 Schoolhouse Road Whiting, at 2 p.m. on March 16.

The movie features the true life story of George Muller. George Muller was a German playboy who found Christ and gave his life to serve Christ unreservedly. His mission was to rescue orphans from the

wretched street life that enslaved so many children in England during the time of Charles Dickens and Oliver Twist. Muller did rescue, care for, feed, and educate children by the thousands. The costs were enormous for such a great work.

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Photo courtesy Manchester Schools MANCHESTER –The Manchester Township School District hosted the annual Valentine’s Dance at Ridgeway Elementary School.

It was a fun afternoon filled with dancing, laughter, fun, food, and camaraderie.

Thank you to all of the families, staff, and local businesses who continue to generously donate in support of such events for our students. They are already looking forward to next year!

Congratulations To The MTMS Students Of The Month

Photo courtesy Manchester Schools MANCHESTER – Manchester Township Middle School Students and their families gathered together for the celebratory Student of the Month Breakfast!

Students were nominated by their teachers and presented with certificates of achieve-

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Congratulations to the MTMS students for their hard work and dedication that earned them this high honor!

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MTHS Is Spreading Love With A Valentine’s Day Blood Drive

Photo courtesy Manchester Schools MANCHESTER – On this Valentine’s Day, Manchester Township High School (MTHS) students and staff are spreading love through their second (of three!) annual American Red Cross Blood Drives!

MTHS student and staff volunteers form a committee annually to donate their time to the mission of the American Red Cross which is to “prevent and alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors.”

MTHS Student volunteers and donors, 17 of age and older, donate their time to help coordinate the blood drives on campus and support fellow students, staff, and community members who come to provide a blood drive donation.

The MTHS American Red Cross Blood Drive initiative was started by retired MTHS teacher Dawn Sullivan. Since retiring, Dawn returns each year to support the students and staff as they continue

her legacy and the MTHS American Red Cross Blood Drive. MTHS Physical Education Teachers Brianna McKiernan and Vicki Trapp co-coordinate the drives with other MTHS staff volunteers helping to make each initiative successful.

This partnership with our local chapter of the American Red Cross also allows for scholarship opportunities for students who are a part of the MTHS Blood Drive committee. The more blood that students collect, the larger the amount of American Red Cross scholarship can be.

In addition, the American Red Cross has certified the MTHS Senior Physical Education Teachers as American Red Cross instructors. This allows them the certify interested students for a discounted cost of $5 in lifesaving CPR, First Aid, and AED skills.

Thank you to everyone who is participating today in spreading love and good health in this way!

Manchester Schools Night At Jersey Shore BlueClaws

MANCHESTER – Be sure to mark your calendars and grab your tickets for Manchester Schools Night at the Jersey Shore Blue Claws baseball stadium on May 11.

Sponsored by the Manchester P.T.A., the night will be a fun time out with family

and friends! When purchasing tickets, check off your school at checkout to enter your principal in the running for the 1st pitch throw!

Tickets are $15 per person. To purchase, visit manchestertwp.org/article/1456242.

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MTES Touch-A-Truck, Food Truck & Vendor Fair

MANCHESTER – Mark your calendar for the MTES Touch-A-Truck event on April 13 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Manchester Township Elementary School, 101 North Colonial Drive.

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Resident Club Flea Market Village 5

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.

Crestwood Village 3 Movie Night

WHITING – Crestwood Village 3 is hosting a Movie Night showing “Quiet Man” on March 8 at Unity Hall, 250 Schoolhouse Road.

Doors open 6:30 p.m. Movie starts at 7 p.m. Donation of $5 per person at door.

Includes: one can of soda, a candy bar, and bottomless fresh popped popcorn. Bring your own chair if you prefer.

For more information, contact 1-848-2271118 or CWV3residentclubevents@gmail. com.

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Crestwood Village 5 Resident Club Upcoming Events

WHITING – Crestwood Village 5 Resident Club has announced the following upcoming events: March 1: Mardi Gras Dance from 7 to 11 p.m. Music by DJ Billy Phillips. Cost is $10 in advance; $12 at door.

April 6: Latin and American music from 7 to 11 p.m. Music by Alfredo Cunha and Eddie.

Cost is $10 in advance; $12 at door.

April 10: Karaoke from 6 to 9 p.m. Music

by Howie. Cost is $5 includes a snack and soft drink.

May 3 from 7 to 11 p.m. Music by Joey D and Johnny B playing doo wop, oldies, motown and more. Cost is $10 in advance; $12 at door.

May 20: Tribute to Elvis Show by Evan Mills from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Cost is $10 includes a snack and soft drink. Cutoff date to purchase tickets May 14. No tickets sold at the door.

June 2 from 7 to 11 p.m. Music by Don Pesce.

Cost is $10 in advance; $12 at door.

July 7 from 7 to 11 p.m. Music by DJ Louie.

Cost is $10 in advance; $12 at door.

August 2 from 7 to 11 p.m. Music by “40 North country band.” Cost is $15. No tickets sold at the door. If you purchase a ticket you are entitle to one free line dance session on one of the following: Mondays from 6 to 7 p.m. July 8, 15, 22 and 29. Must call to make reservation and please bring your ticket to get punched.

All events include: snacks, soft drinks, bottled water, coffee regular and decaf, dessert and tea. All events are non-refundable unless canceled.

Purchase tickets every Tuesday from 10 a.m. till 12 p.m. at Crestwood Village 5, 325 Schoolhouse Road, Whiting. Call Debbie at 201-618-8514 for more information.

Village 2 Residents Club Presents Europa

WHITING – Crestwood Village 2 Residents Club presents Europa on March 23 from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. at Harmony Hall.

Come out and join for a fun and exciting night of international music! Feel like you are away on a European getaway. They are excited to feature the fantastic DJ/Singer

“Krystian.” It will be a fun night of singing and dancing! They will be serving snacks, beverages, dessert, coffee, and tea.

Cost is $10. Tickets go on sale every Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. starting February 28. For more information call Linda T. at 201-600-4175.

Shop Manchester Open Call For Vendors

MANCHESTER – Shop Manchester is a partnership between Manchester Township and the Local Business Community that gives residents the opportunity to earn rebates on their property taxes by shopping locally at participating businesses.

Vendors – connect with your community while encouraging customer loyalty.

Learn more by visiting machestertwp.com/ shop-manchester/ to enroll, contact Frank Nicolato at 732-657-8121 ext. 3107 or fnicolato@manchestertwp.com.

Spring Flea Market

WHITING – Crestwood Village III Women’s Club is hosting a Spring Flea Market on April 27 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Unity Hall, 250 Schoolhouse Road.

Items include: jewelry, clothing, housewares as well as independent vendors will

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There will be a 50/50 drawing. In addition, they will have a bake sale table for you to enjoy something to take home.

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MANCHESTER – Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore - Shore Pines Region Manchester, Whiting, Lakehurst Community present Girls Night Out Ice Cream Party on May 9 from 6 to 8 p.m. (doors will open at 5:45 p.m.) at Manchester High School – Cafeteria, 101 Hawks Way, Manchester.

Cost is $15 per person attending. The event is open to all girls preschool through 5th grade in Manchester Township, Whiting and Lakehurst.

Girls may bring their mom, grandma, aunt or big sister (must be at least 18 years old). Includes: Create your own ice cream sundae bar, DJ dance fun, photo booth picture, craft and a

fun patch (for Girl Scouts registered by May 1).

Troop 176 is collecting non-perishable food donations for the House of Hope Food Pantry. All girls that donate will receive a thank you gift.

Maximum capacity 250. Must register in advance. Emails and registrations at the door will not be accepted. Send form and check to: Debby Pease, 305 Manapaqua Avenue, Lakehurst, NJ 08733. Please make check payable to GSJS Troop 176.

Questions? Send an email to Debby Pease DebbyPease@aol.com. This event is a money earner for Troop 50176 trip.

Bereavement Support Group Crestwood Village 6

WHITING – The group still meets at Deerfield Hall D & E room at 1 p.m. The meeting are free and informative.

Refreshments and social time. The group helps those who have lost a spouse, child, family member or friend deal with the loss.

The meetings are March 22 due to Easter, April 26, May 31 and June 28. No meetings July and August.

You do not have to register you can just show up. For more information, contact Rosie at 732-881-1044.

Flea Market

WHITING – Crestwood Village 2 Residents Club will be holding a Flea Market on April 13 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Harmony Hall. Wide variety of household items, jewelry, collect-

ibles, books, toys, clothes, crafts, linens and much more! 50-50 drawing (Winner need not be present). For information, contact Patti C. at 609-744-8353.

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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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Consistently Wearing Hearing Aids May Reduce Your Risk Of Dying

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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PHotos oF tHe weeK

Micromedia Publications will mark 29 years this April. We have seven weekly newspapers and they are read by thousands of residents and visitors to the area each week. This includes all ages as you can see from these photos submitted by their proud papa. Want to see your pix in this space? Email photos@jerseyshoreonline.com and you may be hearing from us!

Fish And Chips Dinner

TOMS RIVER – The HCB First Aid Auxiliary is sponsoring a Fish and Chips Dinner on April 12 at Holiday City West Clubhouse, 45 Cabrillo Boulevard, Toms River.

Doors open at 5 p.m. Dinner 5:30 to 7:30

p.m. (No chicken – No take outs) Cost is $29 per person and includes fish, fries, coleslaw, dessert, soda, water, coffee and tea. BYOB. For more information or tickets call Claire Konig at 732-281-8873.

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ARounD tHe JeRsey sHoRe 2024 Downtown Toms River Event Calendar

TOMS RIVER – Get ready for an unforgettable year in Downtown Toms River as they announce the much-anticipated 2024 event season!

They invite you to join and be a part of the Downtown Toms River 2024 season.

Whether you’re a resident or a visitor, young or young at heart, the event season promises to have something fun for everyone. So, bring your friends, bring your family, and let’s make this year in Downtown Toms River one to remember!

Irish Festival: March 2 from 12 to 6 p.m. on Washington Street Cinco De Mayo: May 4 from 12 to 6 p.m. on Washington Street Downtown Night Out: every Friday and Saturday, May 31 through October 12 from 5 to 10 p.m. on Washington Street Farmers Market: every Wednesday, June 12 through October 2 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 33 Washington Street Cruisin’ Downtown: June 12, July 10, August 14, from 6 to 9 p.m. on Washington Street

Summer In The Street: July 20 from 2 to 8 p.m. on Washington Street Comfort Food Festival: September 21 from 12 to 6 p.m. on Washington Street Scarecrow Walk: October 11 through 31 on Washington Street Harvest Arts Festival: October 19 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Washington Street Small Business Saturday: November 30, district wide Wreath Walk: November 29 through December 31 on Washington Street Tree Lighting: December 6 from 5 to 7

p.m. on Washington Street Winter Wonderland: December 7 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Washington Street They are currently accepting applications for the following: artists, hand crafters, food trucks, local small businesses, commercial vendors, nonprofits.

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ARounD tHe JeRsey sHoRe OCC Receives Federal Grant For Students’ Basic Needs

TOMS RIVER – Ocean County College has been awarded grant funding in the amount of $949,275 to be distributed over the course of three years as part of the U.S. Education Depar tment’s Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education (FIPSE).

The FIPSE grant helps eligible institutions of higher education improve educational opportunities for students from underrepresented communities, by providing funding to support programs that address basic needs such as food, housing, transportation, health care, and dependent care, and report on best practices that improve student outcomes.

Funds will assist OCC’s FIPSE Grant Student Financial Resource Center in its mission to help students meet financial needs in the areas of food security, t r a n spor t at ion , tech nolog y, healt h, housing, and dependent care. These are areas of the student’s life outside of academic support that can make reaching their academic goals, staying in classes, and ultimately graduating, challenging.

“It is i ncredibly exciti ng to have the ability to provide holistic financial support to the students of Ocean County College,” said James Campbell, OCC’s FIPSE Grant project manager.

“There are many resources available to students, but few that can have as signif icant an impact on the life of a student as the ability to provide a financial safety net.”

Services provided by OCC’s FIPSE

Grant Student Financial Resource Center include direct financial assistance for students as well as connection with campus and community programs for long term support, and are focused in the following areas: Basic Needs Secur it y: obt ai ni ng food security, hygiene and cleaning products, and support in utilizing campus and community-based resources, i nclud i ng t he Helpi ng Ha nd s Food Pantry.

Transportation Support: including funding for public transit, ride sharing, gasoline, and one-time emergency auto repairs.

Dependent Care Support: vouchers for temporary childcare and dependent care items such as diapers, Depends, formula, nutritional shakes, etc.

Emergency relief: Funding is available to help contribute to auto repair cost s, healt hca re cost s, emergency housing costs, and utilities payments, along with connection to resources both on and off campus that may provide long-term assistance in these areas.

The Basic Needs grant funds $949,275 over the three-year period, and 100% of the college’s program costs are funded by the grant. More information about the grant program is available on the FIPSE web site.

For more information about OCC’s Student Financial Resource Center program, visit the center online at ocean. e d u /f i p se - g ra n t- st u d e n t- f i n a n c i alresource-center.

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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.

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The Manchester Times, February 24, 2024, Page 31

ARounD tHe JeRsey sHoRe Hackensack Meridian Health Mourns Loss Of Former Co-CEO

By Alyssa Riccardi EDISON – Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) has announced the passing of their former co-CEO of the network John K. Lloyd.

From 2016 to 2018, Lloyd served as co-CEO and played an important part instrumental in the 2016 merger of Meridian Health and Hackensack University Health Network, forming Hackensack Meridian Health.

“John’s legacy lives on in New Jersey and at Hackensack Meridian Health. Beyond being a visionary leader, John was a wonderful man, well-known throughout HMH as being someone who truly cared for each and every team member,” said Robert C. Garrett, FACHE, Chief Executive Officer of Hackensack Meridian Health. “He brought his authentic self to work every day, and dedicated his life to serving his team, and our patients. It was a privilege to work beside him as co-CEO. He was a great colleague, mentor and a true friend. Our network extends our deepest condolences to the entire Lloyd family.”

Before serving as co-CEO, Lloyd was president and CEO of Meridian Health. Under his leadership, Meridian was rated among the top performing health systems in New Jersey for clinical quality.

In addition, Meridian was recognized by Fortune Magazine as one of the “100 Best Companies to Work For” in the United States six times. Meridian received numerous state and national recognitions for patient care and nursing excellence. They were the first health system in the country to receive Magnet designation for nursing excellence by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

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Shore Medical Center in1982 ,the hospital was at a crossroads, according to a press release.

“In collaboration with physicians, trustees, employees, and community leaders, Lloyd quickly set the hospital on a track to success.

Today, Hackensack Meridian Jersey Shore University Medical Center is one of the leading independent academic medical centers in the nation,” the press release states.

“Lloyd was instrumental in developing Meridian’s continuum of care, providing greater access to care for the communities we serve. HMH’s ambulatory network is, in large part, what it is today, because of John’s vision and leadership.”

Lloyd graduated from Princeton University and served in the United States Marine Corps, before attaining a Masters of Business Administration in Health Administration at Temple University. In 1972, he entered the healthcare industry as an administrative resident at Episcopal Hospital in Philadelphia.

Lloyd is a past recipient of the Medical Executive Award from the Academy of Medicine of NJ and the Distinguished Business Leader Award from Monmouth University.

Lloyd was recognized by the NJHA as its Healthcare Professional of the Year. Additionally, he has been ranked among the most powerful health care leaders by NJBIZ and has been listed as a “Nonprofit Hospital and Health System CEOs to Know” by Becker’s.

Lloyd was a recipient of the Icon Award

by NJBIZ and the Maurice Pollack Award for Community Service from Monmouth University. Lloyd was also honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award by the American College of Healthcare Executives of New Jersey.

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ARounD tHe JeRsey sHoRe OCVTS Hosts Career Fair At Intermediate North

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TOMS RIVER – Representatives from Ocean County Vocational and Technical School (OCVTS) were on hand today at Intermediate North to host a Career Fair, which helped raise awareness among the school’s eighth graders about their options, potential interests, and educational and career pathways.

Cosmetology, culinary arts, design and visual communications, fashion design, and automotive technology were just some of the programs and pathways students were able to learn more about, or-- like when it came to cosmetology-- actually experience for themselves.

Intermediate North Guidance Coordinator Anthony Dispoto orchestrated the event in collaboration with OCVTS. “I believe our students benefit greatly from as much exposure as possible with regards to what opportunities can be found ahead as they mature along their academic journey,” said Dispoto.

Photo courtesy Toms River Schools “Based on the feedback we received from students, staff, and the OCVTS,” he added, “this event was well received and students were engaged during its entirety.

We look forward to hosting this event on an annual basis.”

Recreation Department Hiring Summer Seasonal Positions

MANCHESTER – The Manchester Recreation Department is currently accepting applications for their summer seasonal positions.

They have open position for Beach Attendants age 14 and up, Camp Counselors age 16 and up, Lifeguards age 16 and up,

Badge Sellers age 17 and up, Lake Supervisors age 21 and up, and Camp Directors age 21 and up.

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PROFESSIONAL PROFILE A Reason To Smile

When was the last time you visited a dentist? If you are like most adults, the last time you went to the dentist was when that recurring toothache became so unbearable you had no choice but to go in for a visit. Millions of Americans have fear or anxiety when it comes to visiting the dentist, and this is a fact that the dentists at Lakehurst Dental, Dr. Brian Klohn and Associates, keep in mind when treating their patients. At Lakehurst Dental, located in Lakehurst at 19 Union Ave., c are i s p e r s o nalize d an d comfortable, giving even the most petrified patients a reason to smile.

In his 32 years of dental experience, Dr. Klohn has always strived to bring patients the best dental care and the latest procedures and technology. He graduated from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine in the top 10 of his class in 1991, after which he began his residency at Monmouth Medical Center. In 1992, he began working for Dr. Kantor at the current downtown Lakehurst location, becoming a par tner in 1996 and

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Dr. Klohn has remodeled the entire building, and the result is an office with a clean and relaxing ambiance.

As you sit in the waiting room, you might watch the flat screen TV or take a gander through a binder that is filled with information on oral health and dental procedures. Despite the coziness and charm of the waiting room, however, you won’t find yourself there for too long.

As Dr. K lohn says, “ We don’t overbook, so you’re not waiting in the waiting room because that automatically raises your anxiety level.”

At Lakehurst Dental, you’ll f ind a unique breed of doctor that perhaps you have yet to encounter; dentists who are genuinely

The atmosphere at Lakehurst Dental is relaxed and cozy.

Lakehurst Dental, located at 19 Union Ave., brings comfort to the dental experience.

sympathetic and considerate of the fact that you’re not exactly thrilled about your impending root canal.

It is this understanding of patient concerns and a valiant effor t to, as their Web site, lakehurstdentist.com says, “bring comfor t to your dental experience” that sets Lakehurst Dental apar t from its competitors.

Unlike some dental clinics, where patients might idle a preposterously long time in the waiting room, see a different doctor on eac h visit and feel rushed during the appointment, Lakehurst D ent al is a pr ivate p r ac t ic e t hat give s patients a more personal exper ienc e.

Patients see the same doctor on each visit, a routine that facilitates a trusting doctor/patient relationship and helps to alleviate any ner vousness. Patients c an rest assured that their dentist is familiar with their dental history, because the same dentist has been treating them all along.

As a full-service dental facility, Lakehurst Dental takes their commitment to their patients a step further by offering a multitude of services and minimizing the chance of sending patients out for certain procedures. All your dental needs can be met at Lakehurst Dental, in a calm atmosphere, with a familiar dentist with whom you are comfortable.

Dr. Klohn explains that, “We block enough time out for our patients so we can explain what they need and really make sure they understand what they’re getting and what they’re paying for and why.”

Dr. Klohn wants his patients to be relaxed, educated and healthy.

Education is a priority, not just for patients at Lakehurst Dental, but also Dr. Brian Klohn for himself. Dr. Klohn is a member of the Advanced D e n t a l S e m i n a r Te a m t h r o u g h which they participate in on-going

Dr. Brian Klohn education to stay up to date on the latest technologies in the dental industry. He also lectures on dentistry at Monmouth Medical Center.

Dr. Klohn’s commitment to education has enabled him to keep current with advancements in the field and offer his patients the best that the science of dentistry has to offer. Lakehurst Dental offers dental implant resto-rations, dentures, porcelain veneers, cosmetic dentistry, root canal therapy and o r a l s u r g e r y. T h ey practice stringent infection control procedures and their sterilization procedures meet CDC guidelines.

Lakehurst Dental also makes dental care more affordable by accepting credit cards, offering a no - interest payment plan and participating with the Delta Dental Premier Plan of NJ. A lthough new techniques and procedures are always being introduced, the age-old basics still apply when it comes to taking care of those pearly whites. You should brush at least twice a day and floss daily. And whether you’re 10 or 100, it’s paramount that you visit Dr. Klohn at least once every six months to avoid problems caused by neglect.

You might think that going to the dentist is a tedious and agonizing chore, but af ter an appointment with Dr. Klohn, your opinion might change. To experience the personalized approach and the emphasis on comfort that Lakehurst Dental provides, you can call the office at 732-657-7400 to schedule an appointment. The office is open Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Be-ware, however, that an appointment at Lakehurst Dental might cause some side-effects - like a smile, and a newfound enjoyment in a visit to the dentist!

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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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