Neighbors Concerned About Proposed Cemetery
By Stephanie Faughnan
HOWELL – A proposed cemetery on the Farmingdale border has ignited significant opposition among local residents over fears primarily related to environmental safety. The application, submitted to the local zoning board by Third Ave-
Ex-Teacher’s
By Stephanie Faughnan
FREEHOLD – Allison
Havemann-Niedrach, a former special education teacher at Freehold Intermediate School, recently appeared in Monmouth Superior Court on charges of fi rst-degree aggravated sexual assault and second-degree endangering the welfare of a child. The August 8 hearing, presided
nue Associates, seeks approval to establish a 10-acre cemetery along Adelphia-Farmingdale Road. The site is currently surrounded by residential homes that rely heavily on well water and septic systems.
Less than a quarter mile west of the proposed site, the Evergreen
Cemetery employs what some consider traditional burial methods that include embalmment of the body and lowering it into the earth in a casket and vault.
Arthur Schwartz, a member of Third Avenue Associates appeared (Neighbors - See Page 5)
Sex Assault Case Moves To Grand Jury
over by Judge Christie Bevacqua, marked the fi rst court appearance since her initial detention hearing.
Police Chief Awarded For Anti-Drug Program
By Alyssa Riccardi
HOWELL – Howell Township
Police
Chief John Storrow has been honored with the “L.E.O. Award” from L.E.A.D. (Law Enforcement Against Drugs & Violence). The nationwide nonprofit L.E.A.D. works with communities to help students understand the dangers of drugs and violence.
Chief Storrow received the award at L.E.A.D.’s ninth annual 21st Century Drug and Violence Prevention Training Conference in Orlando, Florida. He was selected due to his excellent work overseeing Howell’s school resource officers (SROs), who educate students on curriculum implemented by L.E.A.D.
Both her husband and elderly parents accompanied Havemann-Niedrach to court and sat quietly during the brief legal proceedings. When approached for comment, attorney Thomas Huth of the Law Offices of Jonathan F. Marshall declined to speak on behalf of his client.
Havemann-Niedrach remains remanded to home detention at her parents’ house as ordered by Superior Court Judge Vincent N. Falcetano. This decision stemmed from allegations of an inappropriate relationship with an eighth-grade student during her employment at Freehold Intermediate School.
Assistant Prosecutor Katherine Butler appeared for the state for this hearing, where the matter was referred to the Pre-Indictment Conferencing (PIC) Unit. This step often determines whether a case will proceed to trial or be downgraded and remanded to municipal court. In Havemann-Niedrach’s case, the (Case - See Page 4)
“We congratulate Chief Storrow on his outstanding job looking after the L.E.A.D. program in Howell Township. His award is well deserved,” said Nick DeMauro, CEO of L.E.A.D. “Chief Storrow’s commitment to making sure that our program on drug and violence prevention runs smoothly in his town is helping us to continue accomplishing our goal of bettering police-community relationships.”
L.E.A.D. brings law enforcement and communities closer together, providing services “On The Street” and “In The Classroom.” The “In The Classroom” program is taught by more than 5,000 trained instructors in 45
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Photo by Stephanie Faughnan
Richard Buck points to the area marked for the cemetery which is 93 feet from his property line.
Photo courtesy L.E.A.D. Chief John Storrow
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Girls Scouts Distance Themselves
The charges against Havemann-Niedrach have drawn significant international attention, with coverage in high profi le
publications such as People Magazine and the New York Post, not only because of their nature but also due to her previous standing in the community. Before the allegations, she was an active member of local organizations and had even been honored as one of the Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore’s “2017 Phenomenal Women Under 40.” This accolade highlighted her contributions to the community, making the current accusations even more shocking.
Carla Scarabino, Chief Development Officer of the organization, issued a public statement in response to media coverage that linked Havemann-Niedrach with the Girl Scouts.
“We want to make it unequivocally clear that Ms. Havemann-Niedrach is no longer associated with Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore,” wrote Scarabino. “The individual in question has not been a member of Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore since
September 2023, and we have no further affi liation with them (sic).”
Scarabino went on to emphasize that Havemann-Niedrach’s recognition was nearly seven years ago and that the organization is committed to the safety and well-being of its members. She assured the public that the Girl Scouts have thoroughly reviewed and reinforced their safeguarding policies in response to the allegations.
“We take these allegations very seriously and have reviewed and reinforced our own safeguarding policies and procedures to ensure that our members are safe and protected,” Scarbino’s statement continued.
“We understand the distress and concern that this news may cause and are always available to answer concerns or provide information related to this matter.”
Scarabino invited anyone with questions or concerns to contact GSJS CEO, Heather Coburn via email at hcoburn@ gsfun.org.
Plea For Assistance
The charges against Havemann-Niedrach have had a ripple effect on her husband and two children. Havemann-Niedrach’s husband, Eric Niedrach has publicly appealed for fi nancial assistance by way of a crowdfunding site.
In a plea for funds, Eric disclosed that the couple’s older daughter has been placed in the care of her biological father. Eric expressed concern about maintaining consistency in their younger daughter’s life, mentioning the ongoing costs of her Taekwondo and gymnastics training.
“I have cut back on every expense that I can, and with our oldest daughter living with her dad this school year,” wrote Eric. “That leaves our little one without her sister and her mother.”
The campaign created on July 27 has only brought in $25 in donations despite its goal of $4,000.
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at a recent zoning board hearing and provided details about the customs observed at a Jewish cemetery. He said the body is first cleansed and put into a simple pine box and dressed in plain burial shrouds made of linen.
“It’s the most natural form of burial,” said Schwartz. “There’s no embalming. They don’t put any chemicals in the body.”
Schwartz reiterated that a pine box is used and that there are no metal or other materials used as part of the burial process. The shrouds themselves disintegrate in time. He said because there is no embalming, there are no chemicals that seep into the soil.
Cemetery Proposal
Attorney John Jackson III appeared before the Howell Zoning Board on July 8 on behalf of Third Avenue Associates. He explained to the board that cemeteries are not listed as a permitted use in any zones and require a use variance.
“What’s interesting in this case, as required by statute,” said Jackson. “An applicant must require the consent of the municipality by resolution.”
Jackson said that the local governing body had already considered the resolution and had no objections to its development as a licensed cemetery.
The site in question, identified as Block 219, Tax Lot 13, is located along the southeast side of Adelphia-Farmingdale Road, near the boundary with Farmingdale. The land is currently undeveloped and heavily wooded,
featuring wetlands and buffers. The Marsh Bog Brook lies to the east of the property. The proposal outlines plans for approximately 5,500 burial plots, accessed via a 30-foot entrance driveway leading to a 10-12 foot wide, one-way internal road. The cemetery would not include buildings, mausoleums, or other structures, focusing on a natural landscape with no artificial lighting and minimal infrastructure, reflecting a “green burial” approach.
Pine boxes would be lowered six feet into the earth and there would be no stacking of bodies. A separate section of the cemetery would be reserved for children who usually do not have a full-size graves.
Robert Sive, a professional engineer retained by the applicant provided some context to the site’s history. He said the site received approvals for a concrete contractor’s facility sometime in the 1980s. At that time, a driveway was partially constructed, and some drainage installed as part of that site plan, but it never got built past that point.
“In 2005 a five-lot residential subdivision was approved, but again, never got built,” said Sive. “And then a third approval was granted in 2009 for a house of worship, multipurpose building, which again was approved but never constructed. That house of worship was for 600 seats, approximately 32,000 square feet, and had about 220 parking stalls… but as it stands today, is basically undeveloped and wooded.”
The latter representation coincides with property ownership records which show that the United Fellowship Baptist Church in Asbury Park purchased the property on June
17, 2009 for $525,000 and continues to hold the deed to the property according to records maintained by Monmouth County.
Schwartz testified before the board as a member of Third Avenue Associates in support of its application. He said that he has lived in Lakewood for 48 years and maintained a law office in Howell for 35. As he’s started to get a little older, he’s noticed the need for a Jewish cemetery in the area.
“The population is growing, and we have an elderly population, and the plan is to ultimately donate the plot to a Title 16 religious corporation that would operate the cemetery,” said Schwartz. “It would be a Jewish cemetery.”
Ultimately, Schwartz would like to dedicate time to holding records and meetings for the cemetery. He considers it his way of giving back to the community.
Christine Nazzaro Cofone, a certified planner retained by the applicant, gave her professional opinion during the hearing. She found that the use variance is justified because it should be recognized as an inherently beneficial use and promoting the public welfare.
The NJ Department of Environmental Protection shows no documentation that the applicant has applied for permits. There is no guarantee that the DEP will grant approvals even if local authorities give the go-ahead for the cemetery.
Residents Opposed
A number of local residents voiced their opposition to the proposed new cemetery. Some raised concerns about potential impacts on water quality, traffic, and property values in the area. Others were displeased with the
aesthetics of seeing a graveyard instead of the heavily wooded area.
Stephen Meier, who lives across the street from the proposed site, raised serious concerns about potential groundwater contamination. “I and my neighbors are all on wells,” Meier said. “Our big concern is due to the fact that there are no vaults in this type of burial.”
“The breakdown of the body produces certain chemicals,” asserted Meier. “We need some type of an assurance that we won’t start seeing contamination in our wells two years down the road.”
Meier said that in the past when cemeteries were in the proximity of residential areas, they were built near homes that had water and sewer, so it was never an issue. He sees the proposal as a serious health issue.
Other residents pointed out that water from the area washes into the Marsh Bog Brook and ultimately winds up in the Manasquan Reservoir. They expressed concerns that contaminants could pollute the drinking water. They also shared problems with flooding and its impact on the Farmingdale Gardens, an apartment complex in Farmingdale directly downhill and east of the proposed site.
Richard Buck, whose property is 93 feet adjacent to the proposed cemetery, said he had no objection to the proposed use but was concerned about the water contamination. He read into the record a 2015 article published by Journal of Water and Health that studied the impact of cemeteries on groundwater contamination by bacteria and viruses. “If it was a regular cemetery where they were embalmed, put into a casket and a (Neighbors - See Page 6)
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sealed vault, it’s not going to hurt anything really,” contended Buck. “Maybe you might not like the looks of it or whatever, but it’s not going to hurt anything.”
The study offered by Buck does not discuss the way bodies were buried in the cemetery but confirms the adverse impact of cemeteries on bacterial contamination of the groundwa-
ter. The same was true in some studies in Europe though the authors also did not exclude a possible impact of septic tanks which were in use in the vicinity of the cemetery.
Schwartz said he’d done some research himself and also consulted with the Jewish Federation of New Jersey regarding the contamination of water by the natural process. He said the issue has not come up in any of the 18 cemeteries run by the federation.
Contacted for comment, Schwartz said re-
sources he found would be presented when the zoning board continues its hearing on August 26. His attorney did not return a request for comment.
“If there ever is a concern, it’s when they put chemicals in the body,” Schwartz added. “To the contrary, the body is washed and cleansed before it’s put into the wooden casket with the shrouds. It’s the most natural way. Animals die on the field; it’s always been like that.”
Krista Regan, a recent widow, said she fears
what the impact of the cemetery itself will have on her high functioning autistic son. She said he is already traumatized by the loss of his stepfather.
“I don’t want to look at headstones,” Regan shared. “I am traumatized… My son should be able to sit in the living room without looking at headstones.”
Regan reiterated concerns about the water and said she is the one who is in the basement when levels reach in excess of two feet.
“My water right now is still coming through in this heat,” said Regan. “There’s still water coming through my wells through the house in the basement. To this day, I open the doors every day and I check it, and it’s still bubbling through the walls. These bodies are going to be down there. They’re going to be floating. I’m going to be stepping through that.”
The Howell Zoning Board will hear a continuation of the application on August 26, at 7 p.m.
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states, who are serving more than 500,000 students in 2,500 school systems.
L.E.A.D. curriculum is presented to K–12 students and focuses on anti-drug and anti-violence. The 10-week program educates the youth on how they can make smart decisions without the involvement of drugs or violence.
In Howell Township, the curriculum is instructed to nearly 600 fifth grade students at Ardena Elementary School, Memorial Elementary School, Ramtown Elementary School, Aldrich Elementary School and Newbury Elementary School.
Chief Storrow noted that students enjoy having a police officer as their teacher for the 10-week program.
“It’s very cool for the children, who are just around 10 years old, to get to talk to and bond with the police officer that comes into their classroom,” Chief Storrow said. “L.E.A.D. gives them the opportunity to learn from someone in law enforcement, which isn’t an everyday occurrence. The kids enjoy being able to tell their friends that they’re enrolled in a class that’s taught by a police officer, and the relationship that they build with the police continues to grow as the students get older.”
Chief Storrow believes that educating kids about the consequences of their choices helps keep them off of things like alcohol and drugs.
“L.E.A.D. teaches the students what they should and shouldn’t be doing, which is especially important for those who don’t have the luxury of having a strong household where they’ve already begun to learn what’s right from wrong,”
Chief Storrow said. “The curriculum teaches the children that making a poor choice, such as one that involves drugs or violence, will come with a consequence. Therefore, I think that they’ll do everything in their power to avoid making those bad decisions, using the foundation that L.E.A.D. has given them.”
“The L.E.A.D. program is a way for our SROs to influence every fifth grader that goes through the school system in Howell Township in a positive way,” added Chief Storrow. “The information that the police officers pass along to the students filters through the rest of the community, helping to make our town a safer, more cohesive place.”
Correspondence & Commentary From Your Local, County, State & Federal Officials
Assemblyman: More Public Input, Transparency Needed In Off shore Wind Projects
Capitol Comments
Assemblyman Sean T. Kean
30th Legislative District, Serving Howell
WALL – Assemblyman Sean T. Kean has urged the state Board of Public Utilities to enhance transparency and involve the public in the decision-making process for offshore wind projects.
In a letter to President Christine Guhl-Sadovy and commissioners, he expressed concerns about the lack of open meetings for proposals approved by the agency.
“The absence of public meetings to discuss these offshore wind proposals is causing mis-
trust and alarm among my constituents,” said Kean. “It’s unfortunate that this letter must serve as critical communication in the absence of a platform for their voices.”
He urged the agency to “slow down, listen, and respond” to the public and stakeholder concerns.
“Concerns about the health and safety of residents, the impact on the marine economy and jobs, and the cost of these huge subsidies to taxpayers and ratepayers have been well-reported in the media,” said Kean. “Additionally, there have been instances of negative impact on marine life. All these concerns must be carefully weighed against the proposed benefits of green energy.”
Kean pointed out that bids are being solicited to build an underground conduit to transmit up to 6400 megawatts of high-voltage power from the Sea Girt Army Camp through Wall Township to Howell Township. This amount of power exceeds the capacity of the Oyster Creek Nuclear Plant and the Three Mile Island Reactor.
“The proposed infrastructure will support Atlantic Shores South and up to three additional offshore projects along the New Jersey Coast,” Kean explained. “Local officials from Howell, Manasquan, Sea Girt, and Wall were not invited to participate before the BPU issued its request for proposals, nor were homeowners who will have transmission cables in their front yards.”
Kean also referenced a recent incident in Nantucket Island, where a turbine blade broke off and washed ashore, causing beach
closures and cleanup efforts. He warned that a similar incident in Monmouth or Ocean counties during the summer would significantly impact the state’s economy.
“Utility customers, already facing increased costs, will subsidize Governor Murphy’s offshore wind goals. Recent rate hikes approved for Rockland Electric, Public Service Electric & Gas, Atlantic City Electric, and Jersey Central Power & Light are hurting the people you claim to serve,” Kean stated.
Kean concluded by urging the BPU to hold a public forum in one of the impacted towns to allow residents and local officials to participate in the discussion.
“It is unreasonable to move forward with these offshore wind projects without public input and with many unanswered questions,” Kean emphasized.
$53 Million In Grants From Bipartisan Infrastructure Law To Modernize New Jersey Airports
Capitol Comments
NEWARK – U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) applauded the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for awarding $53 million in funding for 18 airport-related infrastructure grants to improve New Jersey’s airports.
The grants are part of a larger $427 million grant package for 245 airport-related infrastructure grants across 39 states. The projects are funded under President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
Airport Infrastructure Grants (AIG) program, part of the $25 billion total included in the law for airport improvements such as terminal expansions and baggage system upgrades, runway safety enhancements, and air traffic infrastructure improvements.
“This investment of $53 million in New Jersey’s airports will modernize our airport infrastructure, enhance safety, and make flying more convenient for Jersey’s passengers,” said Senator Booker. “I am proud to have helped pass the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, legislation that continues to make waves in our nation and in New Jersey’s infrastructure. Thank you to the FAA for this historic investment that
will spur economic growth, create jobs, and improve safety for years to come.”
This funding is from the Airport Infrastructure Grant program, one of three aviation grant programs created by President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. To date, nearly $9 billion of the $15 billion total of AIG funding has been made available to airports across the country.
New Jersey airports receiving awards: Atlantic City International, Essex County, Hammonton Municipal, Lakewood, Lincoln Park, Linden, Millville Municipal, Morristown Municipal, South Jersey Regional, Newark Liberty International, Ocean City Municipal, Somerset, Teterboro, Ocean County, Trenton Mercer, Greenwood Lake, Cape May County, and Woodbine Municipal.
Senator Cory Booker
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Southard Grange Monthly Meetings
HOWELL – Everyone is invited to join the Southard Grange #218 for their meetings! They meet the first Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at 4860 Route 9, Howell.
Even if you are not a member, it’s a great time to learn who they are and what they do. You can also share ideas!
Note:
• Only members can vote
• Some meetings have ended as early as 8 p.m. and have gone as late as 9 p.m.
• They do offer a zoom option (reach out for info on that)
Who are they & what do they do?
They have a playhouse, a thrift store, and
bring the community together through different events.
“The National Grange of the Order of Patrons of Husbandry, is a social organization that encourages families to band together to promote the economic, the community and agriculture. The first Grange, Grange #1, was founded in 1868 in Fredonia, New York. Our Southard Grange #218, was founded in 1932. Here at The Southard Grange, we focus on community service and are a non-profit organization. Whose purpose is about giving back to the community. Interesting fact: Our building was originally a tworoom schoolhouse in the 1900s.”
Car Show & Fall Festival
HOWELL – The Optimist Club Of Howell Annual Car Show & Howell Township Fall Festival will be on October 19 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Oak Glen Park, 300 Preventorium Road Howell.
Show car groups must arrive together. Offsite parking for spectators. Judged show with trophies! Show car registration and parking begins at 9:30 a.m. Cost is $20 per car. Dash plaques for fi rst 200 vehicles. Enjoy music, food trucks, vendors, local
businesses and organizations. All proceeds go towards: Mayor Harvey Morell Memorial Scholarship Fund, Mayor John P. Morgan Memorial Scholarship Fund, Mayor Robert Francis Walsh Memorial Scholarship Fund, as well as other various Optimist Youth Programs.
For more information, contact Car Show: John Alliano - HowellOptimistEvents@ gmail.com; Event: Steven Fecher - sfecher@twp.howell.nj.us.
Back To School Supply Drive
HOWELL – St. William the Abbot Church, located at 2740 Lakewood-Allenwood Road, Howell, is collecting school supplies for those in need.
Collection is until August 25: Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.; Saturday from 4:30 to 6 p.m.; Sunday from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Items needed: pencils, pens, markers,
crayons, highlighters, notebooks, bunders, plastic, folders, backpacks, lunch boxes, antibacterial wipes, composition books, glue, erasers, pencil cases, tissues, dry erase markers, gallon zip loc bags, etc.
Gift cards are always greatly appreciated. If you need assistance, contact the parish office at 732-840-3535, Monday through Friday.
Woody’s 11th Annual Golf Outing
HOWELL – Woody’s Annual Golf Outing is August 26 and will be benefitting The Acker Family of Howell who endured a tragic accident when New Jersey State Trooper SFC Sean Acker, #6889, suffered a pulmonary embolism at his home after
a routine surgery.
Help by playing, sponsoring or donating to this event. For more information about the event and registration, email woodys105academy@yahoo.com or call 732-938-6404.
Howell Antlers #34 BBQ Fundraiser
HOWELL – Howell Antlers #34 will be hosting a BBQ Fundraiser on August 25 from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Howell Elks Lodge #2515. Cost is $15 per person. Includes burger
or pulled pork, corn and salads. Proceeds will benefit the Antlers projects. Please RSVP for a head count howell34antlers@ gmail.com.
Howell Day & Green Fair
HOWELL – Save the date! Howell Day & Green Fair will be on September 21 from 3 to 8 p.m. at Soldier Memorial Park. Applications can be found at: twp.howell. nj.us/DocumentCenter/View/10748/How-
ell-Day-Vendor-Application-2024-Writable. For more information, contact Steven Fecher Department of Community Relations at 732-938-4500 ext. 2106, sfecher@ twp.howell.nj.us.
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Local Animals Ready For Adoption
courtesy MCSPCA
MONMOUTH COUNTY – The Monmouth County SPCA has a number of pets available for adoption.
Shaye is a 60 lb. pittie mix who is around 3 years young. Happy, playful, energetic and lovable - Shaye has everything you’re looking for in a new friend. Shaye loves to go for walks and does enjoy the occasional “deconstruction” of toys - and most importantly, he’s always up for a good time with friends. Shaye would love a family
comfortable with big breeds and can possibly share his home with another pup.
The MCSPCA only does adoptions in person (please bring all family members). They will ask you to fill out an Adoption Survey and speak with an Adoption Counselor to help find your perfect match.
They are located at 260 Wall Street in Eatontown. They can be reached at 732542-0040.
Upcoming HHHS Fundraiser 50/50 Raffle
HOWELL – The Howell Heritage and Historical Society is hosting a Capital Improvements 50/50 Fundraiser Raffle. Cost is $5 each. Prizes are as followed:
1st Place – 25%
2nd Place – 15%
3rd Place – 10%
Drawing will be October 27. Contact the Howell Heritage and Historical Society at howellheritageandhistoricalsociety@ gmail.com or 732-938-2212.
Free Breakfast & Mental Health Support Workshop
HOWELL – Empower yourself to recognize warning signs of a mental health challenge, respond helpfully and without judgment, and refer support resources. The event is at the Howell Township Mu-
nicipal Building (4567 Route 9 North, 2nd floor) on August 24 from 9 to 10 a.m.
Join us & bring a friend! Pre-registration is required: rb.gy/3f001o. Register by August 17.
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County Commissioners Make 9/11 A County Day Of Remembrance
FREEHOLD – The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners has declared September 11, as a County Day of Remembrance to honor the victims, fi rst responders, volunteers and all who were affected by the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001.
“Last year, we passed a resolution making September 11, 2023, a County Day of Remembrance to allow everyone the opportunity to attend local memorials and support the loved ones of the victims of September 11, 2001,” said Commissioner Director Thomas A. Arnone. “As the fi rst County in New Jersey to pass such a resolution, we had hoped this would inspire the State and Federal Government to do the
same. Since they have failed to take such action, Monmouth County will once again show our support to the victims and their families by passing a resolution for 2024.”
The resolution is available at visitmonmouth.com.
“We, as a nation, took the pledge to never forget those who lost their lives on 9/11 and I encourage everyone to fi nd a way to honor those we lost such as attending a ceremony, visiting a local memorial, thanking a fi rst responder or spending time with loved ones,” said Director Arnone.
To access a video PSA, go to @MonmouthCountyNJ on YouTube.
For news and alerts from Monmouth County, visit visitmonmouth.com.
Tuesday Cruiser Night
HOWELL – Car Cruising is back at Chick-fil-A! Do you have a hot rod, classic, or exotic car you’d like to show off ? Well cruise on down to the Howell Chick-fil-A on select Tuesday nights.
Every car displayed at the cruise will receive a free soda fountain drink. Featuring: Boy Scouts Troop #258, Optimist
Club of Howell, and Howell Chamber of Commerce.
Car Cruising will be held on the following dates (weather permitting):
• August 20
• September 17
• October 22
• November 9
Movies Under The Stars
HOWELL – Howell Township Presents Movies Under the Stars at Howell Library Hill, 318 Old Tavern Road.
Movie begins at dusk (approximately 8 p.m.) Activities from 6:30 to 7:45p.m. Bring your blankets or favorite low back
lawn chair!
August 22 – Kung Fu Panda 4
For more information, contact Steven Fecher, Department of Community Relations at 732-938-4500 ext. 2106 or sfecher@ twp.howell.nj.us.
Veterans Breakfast
From Howell Elks Lodge
HOWELL – Howell Elks Lodge #2515, located at 84 Ramtown Greenville Road., will be having a veterans breakfast on August 18 from 8 to 11 a.m.
Cost is $10 for adults, kids under 10 are free. Free breakfast for veterans and active military. Serving eggs, sausage, bacon, pancakes, and French toast.
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Halloween Farmer’s Market
FREEHOLD – Join for a spooktacular evening full of Halloween fun, a touch of magic, and delicious food!
Halloween Farmer’s Market will be on October 18 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Calgo Gardens, 462 Adelphia Road, Freehold.
Foodies - get ready to indulge in fall flavors of all kinds! Come hungry! Live music, kids’ entertainment, fresh produce, and Halloween photo ops!
Come stroll through our ghostly garden and shop our boo-tifully curated vendors! Pick up some fresh cut flowers, mums, pumpkins, artisan breads, elderberry syrup, honey, salami, pastries, hot sauce, baked goods, pesto, & more.
Free admission! The Tulip Tree Cafe will be open! More details to come!
If you are interested in becoming a vendor, email Calgoevents@gmail.com.
Bark Bash Fall Festival
FREEHOLD – Join for the 2nd annual Bark Bash Fall Festival, happening on October 12 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.at Calgo Gardens!
This family and pet-friendly event will feature a gift auction, local vendors, live music, food trucks, Tulip Tree Cafe, kids crafts and activities, adoptable pets, pro-
fessional photos, family fun, fall flowers, and so much more.
All proceeds will benefit the rescued animals and ongoing rescue efforts of the Associated Humane Societies and Popcorn Park Animal Refuge.
Questions? Email events@ahsppz.org or visit ahscares.org.
Day At The Races
OCEANPORT – Join Howell and Asbury Park/Wall Elks for a day of fun and friendship at Monmouth Park Racetrack, September 14 at 12 p.m.
Cost is $30 for adults 21 and older, includes food and select beverages, BYOB welcomed
as well. Kids ages 13 to 20 are $20. Children under 12 are free.
For tickets, contact Peggy Berry at rypegber33@gmail.com or 732-539-0601 (Howell); or Jeremy Taylor at jeremytay25@gmail.com or 732-492-1534 (Asbury Park/Wall).
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8 Causes For Blurry Vision And 8 Solutions That Work
By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
Do you squint at your phone, or have trouble reading the labels or directions on items? Sometimes it’s the size of the font to be fair! But sometimes it’s visual impairment. Everyone has dealt with this at one time or another. Treatments change for blurry vision based on the cause. Here are 8 reasons for it:
1. Refractive Errors: This occurs when the shape of your eye prevents light from focusing directly on the retina causing either nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, or presbyopia.
2. Dry Eyes
3. Cataracts: These are cloudy areas that develop in the lens of the eye.
4. Glaucoma: This condition damages the optic nerve, often due to high eye pressure, and can cause blurred vision.
5. Age-Related Macular Degeneration: This harms the macula, the part of the retina responsible for clear central vision.
6. Diabetic Retinopathy: High blood sugar levels can damage the blood vessels in the retina.
7. Eye Inflammation: Conjunctivitis or uveitis cause temporary blurriness.
8. Medications: Antihistamines and antidepressants can contribute to blurry vision. Understanding the cause of blurry vision will determine your best solution. Here are 8 tips:
1. Eye Exercises. Eye exercises can help eye strain. One exercise is called “focus change,” another is known as “20-20-20 rule.” If you want to understand them better, google them or come to my website (suzycohen.com) where I’ve posted a more detailed version of this article.
2. Nutrition and Supplements. What you
choose to eat plays a significant role in eyesight. Ensure you’re getting enough vitamin A, C and E from foods or supplements. Eye-loving supplements include vitamin E, lutein, zeaxanthin, saffron and bilberry.
4. Drink Water. Dehydration can lead to dry eyes and blurred vision. Make sure to drink plenty of water throughout the day to keep your eyes well-hydrated.
5. Prescription Glasses or Contact Lenses. Corrective lenses are the simplest, quickest and most effective solution for blurry vision and a simple, painless eye exam will determine what you need.
6. Medications. Several medications and over-the-counter eye drops can help. For example, artificial tears lubricate dry eyes. Black currant extract or fish oil supplements may also work. Doctors can prescribe steroid eye drops to reduce inflammation if it’s uveitis.
7. Limit Screen Time. Most people are addicted to their phones and computers, or TVs, and bounce all day from one device to another. Some of you have Ereaders too! This takes a toll on your vision, especially if you spend a lot of time on them, or the backlight is dim.
8. Reduce Oxidation. Another problem that damages the delicate tissues of the eyes, leading to vision problems include smoking, vaping (including second hand exposure), and drinking alcohol.
Blurry vision can be a frustrating and sometimes worrying experience, but as you can see there are several good ways to mitigate it, and prevent it. By taking proactive steps to care for your eyes, you can ensure clearer vision and better eyesight for a lifetime.
(This information is not intended to treat, cure or diagnose your condition. Suzy Cohen is the author of “The 24-Hour Pharmacist” and “Real Solutions.” For more information, visit www.SuzyCohen.com) ©2024 SUZY COHEN, RPH. DISTRIBUTED BY DEAR PHARMACIST, INC.
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Choosing The Right Automobile Insurance Will Protect Your Family And Assets
By: Michael J. Deem, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates
are injured.
who injure your family. Protect yourself. Automobile insurance is mandatory in New Jersey. The failure to carry automobile insurance may be punishable by imprisonment. When purchasing automobile insurance, you have two choices; you are required to select either a Basic Policy or a Standard Policy. We do not recommend choosing the Basic Policy.
The Standard Policy does provide medical expense benefits (PIP) coverage which includes medical expenses up to $250,000.00 per person per accident. The Standard Policy also provides you with Uninsured Motorist Coverage (UM Benefits), so if you are injured by someone who does not have automobile insurance, is insured under a Basic Policy or leaves the scene of the collision then you and your family are covered for your losses.
The Basic Policy only provides minimal coverage and leaves you unprotected in several areas. A Basic Policy only provides you with $5,000.00 of property damage liability coverage if someone makes a claim against you and only provides $15,000.00 of medical expense benefits should you require medical treatment for your injuries. The Basic Policy does not cover you if you injure someone else. The Basic Policy does not provide Uninsured Motorist coverage to protect you and your family if the careless driver who causes the collision is uninsured or is insured under a Basic Policy. Perhaps most importantly, the Basic Policy will not provide you with a free lawyer to defend any claim against your personal assets.
We recommend that you purchase a Standard Policy. A Standard Policy provides the best insurance coverage to protect your assets if you are sued and to provide compensation to you and your family if you/they
When you purchase the Standard Policy you must elect a “tort option” that will determine your right to make a claim. You must select either the “limitation on lawsuit option” or the “no limitation on lawsuit option.” If you purchase the Basic Policy then you are assigned the “limitation on lawsuit option.” We recommend that you choose the “no limitation on lawsuit option.” Ask your insurance representative what is the actual dollar amount that your overall premium will increase if you elect the “no limitation on lawsuit option.”
By choosing the “limitation on lawsuit option” you are limiting you legal right to make a claim for monetary damages unless you sustain one of the following injuries: Death, Dismemberment; Significant scarring or disfigurement; Displaced Fractures; Loss of Fetus or a Permanent Injury that can been diagnosed by credible, objective medical testing.
Selecting the correct insurance coverage is extremely important when it comes to protecting your family and personal assets. Call the Attorneys at R.C. Shea & Associates (732-505-1212) for a free evaluation of your automobile insurance policy.
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House For Sale - 1791 Mount Everest Road. 2BD, 1 Bath. $245,000. Holiday City Silverton. Call Mike, 732-762-3952. No text. (38)
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R.C. Shea and Associates is seeking to hire a paralegal with civil/commercial litigation experience as well as an administrative assistant. Pay and benefits commensurate with experience. Please call Pam Williams, office manager at (732) 505-1212 or email at pwilliams@rcshea.com (t/n)
Magnolia Gardens Assisted Living is hiring a full time Maintenance worker. If interested, please email resume to HR@magnoliaal.com or call us at 732-557-6500. You can also visit us in person at 1935 Route 9 Toms River 08755. (39)
School Bus Drivers Needed - Free CDL Training. $23-26/hour starting rate + overtime, 401K, Health, Life, and Dental Insurance. FT and PT positions available. 732-905-5100. (39)
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Restaurant & Small Business Loans Available - Alternative loans & LOC for Restaurants and small businesses. No Upfront fees. For more information go to: www.cg-consultant.com and fill out submission form. Or call 570 592-6258 and leave message. (35)
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FUN & GAMES SUDOKU
CROSSWORD PUZZLE
Across 1 Use a swizzle stick 5 Soothes to sleep
Poker pot starter
Skin opening 15 Starting lineup 16 Read, as a QR code
17 Wide-eyed with anticipation 18 Hollywood headliners
20 Wild “adios”? 22 “Cornflake Girl” singer Amos 23 Dodge pickup truck
24 Wild “goodbye”? 31 All-important 32 + or - particles
33 “Real Sports With Bryant Gumbel” cable network 34 Targets of Terro bait traps 35 Popovich who is the winningest coach in NBA history
Hunts, with “on”
Wild “auf wiedersehen”?
“Big Blue” on the Big Board
Fill a position
Wild “au revoir”? 53 Sign of stress? 55 French Quarter city, informally
Skinny tropical tree
Take place next
Bryce Canyon state
“Good point”
Cook in the oven 61 Pad thai protein option
1 Canned meat used in
Caesar” costume
dient
4 Meets on the river?
5 Actress Hedy in the National Inventors Hall of Fame 6 Paradise
7 Jeans maker Strauss
8 Villain’s hideout
9 Using questionable campaign tactics
10 Inhaler user’s malady
11 Campus sports gp. 12 Road goo 13 USN rank 19 Unexpected hiccups 21 Yuletide song
24 Clickable connections
25 High point of a home tour?
26 Deliberately deceive
27 Ship captain’s journal
28 Org. exited in Brexit
29 Minds
30 Turns rancid
31 Seemingly limitless
35 Utility gauge
36 Many ICU professionals
37 Snack food mascot with a monocle
39 Apply by massaging, as barbecue spices
40 Politically motivated spending
42 Fugitive’s plea
43 Repeated song part
44 Unwelcome windshield item
47 Rights advocacy gp.
48 “Let’s ... never do that”
49 The Madrigal family home in “Encanto,” e.g.
50 Dog in Oz
51 Norwegian saint 52 Pearl Harbor site
53 Well-put 54 Catmobile, e.g.
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ARIES (March 21-April 19): Don’t allow yourself to become tied down prematurely. Making promises on the spur of the moment or impulsive changes that involve your assets could backfire later this week. Relationships may appear complicated by different opinions.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Stick to your sensible plan in the week ahead because impulsive changes may impact your budget and could lead to heartache. The strategies you’ve created to deal with your circumstances might have to be reconsidered and adapted.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20) : It may be a good idea to manage expectations in the coming week. A smart policy that could keep loved ones on your side may be to under-promise and over-deliver. Take your time to find something that feels just right for you.
CANCER (June 21-July 22): Staying in contact with your friends might give you the emotional security and stability to try something daring. Consider listening to your heart to learn the best way to avoid risks. Nothing may be as easy as it seems in the early part of the week.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): In the coming week, you might find yourself tempted to accept an invitation to join a group or organization. New friendships could spark an interest in a hobby or activity that becomes a captivating and passionate pursuit for a short time.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): There may be too many options to choose from. Knowledge can become more valuable when applied, brush up on current events and continue learning. Social gatherings may sidetrack you from following through on something important.
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JERALDINE SAUNDERS
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): It’s easy to step on toes especially when we aren’t looking. You might be lighthearted or feel like the life of the party, ready to let loose or shake things up. Think about possible ways to be more mindful of others’ feelings.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) : Not everyone follows the rules; getting everyone to cooperate could be like herding cats. Consider using tact and psychology to bring rebels in line. Vision and imagination might lead to great ideas with long-term benefits.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You might feel like you’ve taken a ride on an emotional roller coaster, your day may have emotional highs and lows. Remember, what goes up must come down. Don’t dwell too deeply on one feeling as it could be temporary.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You may have a knack for certain topics, and your awareness shines even brighter when you incorporate originality, inventiveness, and creativity into your daily routine. Exploring strategies to secure your future could be beneficial.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Your high expectations or someone’s lack of standards may be at fault. If other people seem unpredictable, maybe you’re expecting too much. Your priorities could change just when you thought you had everything under control.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Steer clear of being overly sensitive or short-tempered with loved ones. Unwanted confrontations may arise, so try to see matters from the other party’s perspective. Social instincts might drive you to engage with people who share your ideals.
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