The Old Man On The Bay’s Miraculous Rescue
Development, Traffi c Upset Residents
By Stephanie Faughnan
WARETOWN - For 70-year-old John Mazzi of Ocean Gate, fi shing has never been just a job - it’s been his whole life.
“I’ve been fi shing since I was six,” he said. “The only time I ever stopped was when I served in the Air Force. Fishing is my livelihood, my recreation - my life.”
Self-proclaimed as the “Old Man on the Bay,” Mazzi knows Barnegat Bay like the lines on his weathered hands. But on Wednesday, April 9, the water turned against him.
What began as a routine clamming trip turned into a multi-hour fight for survival, as Mazzi stood stranded on a sandbar, soaked, freezing, and surrounded by 10 feet of churning water.
Lost At Sea, Found By Faith Mazzi had launched around 2 p.m. from Baker’s Basin, hoping for a productive day of clamming near Oyster Creek Channel. The bay was fl at – “like glass,” he recalled.
“There wasn’t a ripple when I started working.”
But within hours, the wind kicked up, the tide shifted, and danger crept in. The wind started coming in at 20 miles per hour and the wind and tide were going in the same direction. Initially, it wasn’t too choppy until the wind crisscrossed the tide. By then, Mazzi knew he was in trouble.
“I was five minutes from leaving,” Mazzi said. “I turned around, and the boat was gone.”
Mazzi had anchored his boat somewhat close to the edge of the sandbar so it would be easy for him to leave. He said in the future he plans to anchor more towards the middle as a result of the incident that could have cost him his life.
Volunteers Team Up To Clean Local Beaches
By Alyssa Riccardi
JERSEY SHORE – Despite the cold and rainy weather, hundreds of volunteers hit the beach to pick up litter or harmful debris found at the Jersey shore.
The bi-annual initiative is a part of Clean Ocean Action’s (COA) Beach Sweeps, which celebrated their 40th Beach Sweeps on April 12.
Clean Ocean Action is a leading national and regional voice working to protect waterways using science, law, research, education and citizen action. Their Beach Sweeps are held every April and October and are the state’s largest volunteer driven,
citizen science and environmental event.
The goal of the Beach Sweeps is to make beaches safer for marine life and more enjoyable for people. Volunteers strive for difference in the community while joining in on the beachyclean fun. Unlike other cleanups, volunteers keep record of each piece of debris on COA’s data card.
Collected data is monitored for trends and analyzed so COA can work on advocating for new laws and policies for a positive change.
In Brick Township, they had a great turn out across Brick (Beach Clean Up - See Page 15)
By Chris Lundy BERKELEY
– Although much of Berkeley appears built out, there are still pockets that are under development, and these cause growing pains for those who have lived here a long time.
A few residents brought up traffic and construction issues during the most recent Township Council meeting. One resident noted that there was nearly a head-on collision on Mule Road.
Mule Road becomes a thoroughfare for people trying to get to Route 37, they said. Not only are there many streets emptying into it from the senior communities, but some people can access it from Davenport Road if they want to get there from South Toms River and Route 530.
Council and Recreation members of
participated in the 40 th COA Beach Sweep.
Capt. Walter Bohn and Capt. Dan Siegel of Sea Tow collect John Mazzi’s boat as the Coast Guard helicopter sweeps over the waves.
Photo courtesy Walter Bohn
John Mazzi stands in front of his boat while holding the clamming rake that helped save his life after 12 hours on the Barnegat Bay.
Photo by Stephanie Faughnan
The only things that control the merging of these two busy roads is a pair of yield signs
Photo by Chris Lundy
(Rescue - See Page 4)
(Traffic - See Page 15)
Seaside Park
Photo courtesy Clean Ocean Action
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The fierce winds and tide change resulted in the anchor coming loose. “When you’re in only a couple of feet of water, you don’t let that much anchor line out,” explained Mazzi. “And as soon as it got off the bar, the anchor couldn’t grab.”
Mazzi’s 17-foot Carolina skiff drifted out into deeper water, leaving him marooned with no way off the sandbar – surrounded by ten feet of water. It was five o’clock in the evening and the experienced clammer knew he had just two and a half hours of light left.
“My boat had drifted right next to the main channel – about eight hundred yards from me,” said Mazzi. “By the grace of God, the anchor had grabbed the last high spot that was available.”
“That’s the only way that the anchor grabbed where it did,” Mazzi continued. “Otherwise, the boat would have floated all the way to the west side of the bay. That’s where they would have started looking for me and they would have never found me.”
Mazzi waved frantically and screamed in the direction of passing boats. At least six vessels went by. None of them stopped. “If you see an empty boat, you’d think you’d stop and have a look,” he said, nodding his head.
As the sun went down, Mazzi kept clamming. He stood for hours, unable to kneel - the water too deep. “The wind was knocking me around. My rake was
the only thing holding me up.”
“It was around midnight when I kind of slipped,” said Mazzi. “I fell in the water and caught myself with my right hand. I didn’t go completely under, but I was soaking wet on one side.”
“My gloves were full of water, and about an hour before they found me, I had stopped shivering, and I knew when I stopped shivering that my body was shutting down.”
Making The Call
At home, Mazzi’s wife felt something was wrong by 8:30 p.m. His youngest daughter tried to reassure her - maybe he was just stuck in traffic. But Mazzi’s wife knew. She called a friend, who rushed to the dock and saw Mazzi’s truck still parked - and no boat.
That confirmation launched a full-scale search. By 10 p.m., Coast Guard Sector Delaware Bay sprang into action. A press release issued by the Coast Guard said that Watchstanders launched an MH-65 Dolphin helicopter from Coast Guard Air Station Atlantic City and a boat crew from Coast Guard Station Barnegat Light. They also activated local marine rescue crews, including commercial responders from Sea Tow.
For boaters or fishermen, a float plan is simply a way to let someone on land know where you’re going and when you’ll be back. “Mr. Mazzi’s float plan was a verbal plan where he told his daughter where he was leaving from, how long he was going to be out and the locations he was
planning to do conduct his fishing,” said Rick Anderson, an operations unit controller with Sector Delaware Bay. “Float plans can significantly increase mariners’ chances of being found swiftly by rescue crews because the crews have areas to initiate their search efforts.”
Walt Bohn, captain at Sea Tow, said the Waretown Police Department contacted them around 11:20 p.m. after the Coast Guard reported a missing boater, later identified as someone both he and his fellow captain, Dan Siegel, knew personally. Bohn suited up and reached out to Siegel, knowing their combined experience could make a difference. Bohn has a background as both an EMT and a firefighter, while Siegel has spent his life fishing and clamming in local waters.
Their search began near Key Harbor and circled back through Oyster Creek Channel. About 45 minutes into their search, the Coast Guard helicopter joined in, covering the area much faster. As the Sea Tow team made their way back toward Baker’s Basin, the helicopter spotted an unoccupied vessel near a newly formed dredge island.
“When we reached the boat, the keys were still in the ignition, but there was no sign of the boater,” said Bohn. “That’s when I told Dan I wanted him to get on a State Police boat - based on the water temperature and how long he’d been out there, I honestly thought we were looking at a recovery.”
Found At Last
Just minutes later, the Coast Guard
called again: they’d spotted a person in the water - about 200 yards from where Bohn and Siegel were checking the boat. As they made their way to the site in extremely shallow water, Bohn turned his spotlight on the area and there was Mazzi - standing.
“It was just unreal,” Bohn said. “I couldn’t believe it. Dan saw him and I can’t even explain the feeling. This guy… he’s the toughest guy I’ve ever met to survive those conditions.”
The Coast Guard lowered a rescue swimmer and brought the man aboard Bohn’s boat using a rescue basket. From there, he was airlifted to Key Harbor for medical attention.
Shawn Denning, a trustee and second lieutenant with the Waretown First Aid Squad, was among the first to treat the rescued boater after he was airlifted to shore by the U.S. Coast Guard.
“The poor guy was severely hypothermic,” Denning said. “He had been out there standing for hours. When the Coast Guard brought him in, they lowered him to us in a rescue basket. We had to physically lift him out and get him into the ambulance so we could begin active rewarming.”
Denning said his team immediately applied their training in hypothermia and water rescue. “This man was truly in peril. But all these agencies - federal, state, local - came together and did what needed to be done. We knew exactly how to manage his condition so it didn’t worsen.”
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In the basement of a home in Pine Lake Park, former copy machine salesman Stew Swann and his niece Robyn Friedrich were making Ocean County history – creating the fi rst edition of The Manchester Times They were aided by Stew’s late wife Alice, who showed her unconditional love and support through the entire inception of Micromedia Publications.
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Capitol Comments Nuclear Energy Bill Gains Support Amid Soaring Utility Costs
TRENTON - In the wake of a joint hearing of the Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee and the Senate Select Committee on skyrocketing utility bills, legislation introduced by Assemblyman Gregory Myhre to expand New Jersey’s energy supply with small modular nuclear reactors is gaining new momentum.
The Small Modular Nuclear Energy Incentive Act (A5103), introduced by Myhre in December, has now drawn nine Assem-
bly co-sponsors and is being positioned by supporters as a key piece for the state’s long-term energy affordability strategy. A companion bill (S3964) was introduced shortly after by Sen. Carmen Amato Jr.
“Residents are being crushed by electric bills, and the hearing made it clear that our current energy mix is not meeting the moment,” said Myhre (R-Ocean). “We need real solutions, not just wishful thinking, and that means embracing reliable, zero-emission nuclear power.”
The bill would create a program within the state Board of Public Utilities to solicit bids for the construction of small modular nuclear reactors, next-generation nuclear
plants that produce substantial energy on a smaller footprint. Private developers would submit bids for per-megawatt-hour incentives through a competitive process.
“These modern reactors can provide the reliable base load energy we desperately need without carbon emissions, and without taking up thousands of acres of land or ocean,” Myhre said.
Since its introduction, the bill has gained the support of Assembly members Rob Clifton, Victoria Flynn, Robert Auth, Christian Barranco, Christopher DePhillips, Claire Swift, Sean Kean, Gregory McGuckin, and Michael Inganamort. It is also sponsored by Assemblymen Brian Rumpf (R-Ocean) and John Allen (D-Hudson), in a rare show of bipartisan agreement on nuclear energy policy.
Myhre said small modular reactors are especially suited to meet the state’s growing energy needs as industries like artificial intelligence, data centers and advanced manufacturing expand.
“The future is going to require more energy, not less. And the faster we embrace modern nuclear technology, the more secure and affordable our grid will be,” he said. “It’s time to stop pretending offshore wind can carry this burden alone. My constituents are deeply skeptical about wind’s promises and deeply concerned about the environmental risks to our coastline.”
The legislation has been referred to the Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee. The Senate version is pending before the Senate Environment and Energy Committee.
Senate Republicans Reject Medicaid Protections
Capitol Comments
Senator Andy Kim
WASHINGTON, D.C. – During a 6.5 hour marathon voting session until 2:30 a.m., Senator Andy Kim (D-NJ) introduced an amendment to the Republican budget resolution to support New Jersey’s caregivers and prevent cuts to Medicaid coverage that millions of Americans rely on for their caregivers. Senate Republicans killed the amendment and voted for
a budget that could slash Medicaid by $880 billion.
“This morning, I needed to rush up to my father as he took a bad fall...I had a long and emotional conversation with his caregiver about caring for and tending to his wounds, and about his limitations. I’ll be honest with you, it’s hard leaving his side to drive straight here to the Capitol tonight for votes that could very well determine if aging seniors like my father will get the care that they need,” said Senator Kim during his floor remarks. “I can only be here voting today because a caregiver is
there looking after my father right now. These caregivers deserve someone looking after them.”
Senator Kim introduced additional amendments to support the nearly two million New Jerseyans who rely on Medicaid for their critical care and protect essential coverage for children with disabilities or chronic conditions; long-term care coverage and community-based services for seniors and people with disabilities; and opioid treatment programs. Cuts to Medicaid would impact 300,000 people with a disability in New Jersey and 60% of nursing home residents who utilize Medicaid for their care.
In their budget resolution, Senate Republicans continued to prioritize handing tax cuts to the ultra-wealthy at the expense of working families and abandon priorities that ensure Americans’ safety and security. Key provisions that Senator Kim supported that Senate Republicans refused to pass included preventing Trump’s tariffs from increasing the cost of groceries and everyday goods for families; continuing to provide security assistance to Ukraine; reversing the Trump administration’s cuts to the Social Security Administration and protecting seniors’ hardearned benefits; and preventing cuts to food assistance for kids and families through programs like SNAP.
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The rescue also marked a fi rst in Denning’s two decades of service.
“In 20 years, I’ve put people into rescue baskets, but I’ve never received one,” he said. “It was surreal. We had to do it old-school - two of us lifted him out like in the army, carried him to the stretcher, stripped off his soaking wet gear, and started the rewarming process right away. It was the craziest thing I’ve ever been part of.”
Denning added that the experience was
a powerful reminder of the importance of volunteer responders.
“I hope someone hears this story and says, ‘I want to be there when my neighbor needs help,’” he said. “We need more people to answer the call - whether it’s the fi re department, fi rst aid, or search and rescue. You never know when someone close to you might need saving.”
Those who coordinated efforts together included the US Coast Guard, New Jersey State Police, Sea Tow Central New Jersey, U.S. Coast Guard Mid-Atlantic,
Ocean Township Police Department, and Waretown First Aid Squad.
God Was His Anchor
As much as Mazzi credits his training, his experience, and the rescuers, he says the real reason he’s alive is his faith.
“If that anchor doesn’t grab where it did, the boat drifts all the way across the bay,” he said. “They never would’ve found me. God put that anchor down where it had to go.”
Confirmation of that belief came the
following Sunday, when Mazzi returned to Cedar Creek Community Church in Bayville. The band began playing “Be Not Afraid,” a song chosen randomly, but one with lyrics that pierced straight to his heart:
“If you pass through raging waters in the sea, you shall not drown.”
“I broke into tears right there,” Mazzi said. “Half the church did. That song - I’d lived it.”
Just four days after the rescue, Mazzi was back at it - headed out to clam again. It’s what he does. It’s what he knows.
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Step Up For The Arc Walk & 5K Race Will Benefit Individuals With Disabilities In Ocean County
LAKEWOOD – The Arc, Ocean County Chapter will host the 23rd Annual Step Up for The Arc Walk and 5K Race on May 17 at ShoreTown Ballpark, home of the Jersey Shore BlueClaws, to benefit programs and support services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Step Up for The Arc is an inclusive community event to raise awareness and acceptance for people with disabilities. The 5K Race will start at 8 a.m., with check-in opening at 7 a.m. timed by Split Second Racing. There is a $30 registration fee to participate in the 5K.
The Walk and Family Fun Day will kickoff at 10 a.m. and include carnival games, arts and crafts, live performances, refreshments, a 1-mile walk, and an after-party lunch catered by Jersey Mike’s Subs. This event is free to attend and online registration is encouraged.
To register for the Step Up for The Arc Walk and 5K Race please visit arcocean. org.
This year’s event hopes to raise $85,000 for The Arc, Ocean County Chapter’s programs and support services providing housing, employment, job training, transportation, recreation, family support, and clinical support services to 1,000 individuals with disabilities. All participants who donate or fundraise $50 or more will receive this year’s commemorative Step Up for The Arc t-shirt. Donations can be made online directly to event participants or mailed to The Arc, Ocean County Chapter, 393 Mantoloking Road, Brick, NJ 08723.
To learn about our corporate sponsorship levels and benefits visit arcocean.org. For more event details, email development@arcocean.org or call us at 732978-1414.
Ocean County Shrine Ladies Club Bunco Party
TOMS RIVER – Tickets are still available for the Ocean County Shrine Ladies Club Bunco Party to support the Shriner’s Hospital for Children in Philadelphia. Event will be on April 27 at Holiday City Berkeley Clubhouse 2, 631 Jamaica Boulevard, Toms River. Doors open at 12 p.m. Games begin at 1 p.m. Tickets at $15 per person. Tickets nonre-
fundable. Includes sandwich, chips dessert and water. Enjoy a gift basket raffle and 50/50.
All tickets must be purchased by April 21. Make checks payable to: OCSLC. Mail to: Rosemaire LoPresti, 35 Charlen Road, Toms River NJ 08755.
Any questions call Rosemarie at 732228-7617.
Cars And Coffee
for their monthly “Cars N Coffee.”
This event is free it is the 4th Sunday from April to November from 8 to 11 a.m.
TOMS RIVER – Sweetwater Coffee and Tea at Ocean County Mall has teamed up again with Riccardi Racing and Ocean County Casa
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Raise A Glass To UNTAP SPRING – NJ’s Own Springtime Craft Beer Event
BAYVILLE – Get ready to kick off the spring festival season with the most refreshing event of the year - UNTAP SPRING! On April 26 (with a rain date of April 27), craft beer lovers and festival-goers will gather at Veterans Park in Bayville, from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. for a full day of locally brewed goodness, delicious eats, great live music and artisan shopping.
Presented by GPS, Inc and The Brewers Guild of New Jersey, UNTAP SPRING will feature some of New Jersey’s top craft breweries pouring their best seasonal and signature brews. The Brewers Guild of New Jersey represents and supports New Jersey Breweries, and you can find beers from all over the state right in their biergarten! From crisp lagers, to hoppy IPAs & everything in between, there is sure to be a brew for every palate. The Brewers Guild of NJ will be running their on site beer garden from 12 to 5 p.m. where patrons (21+) can purchase beer by the glass for just $7. Participating Breweries Include: Icarus Brewing Company
Czig Meister Brewing Company
Axe & Arrow Brewing Company
Three 3’s Brewing
Montclair Brewing Company
Core3 Brewery Neck of the Woods Brewing Jersey Girl Brewing Company
Plus more breweries representing the state…
But what’s great beer without amazing food? We’ve got you covered with four incredible food trucks:
G’Day Gourmet – Aussie-inspired bites with bold flavors
Bella Ciao Pizza Truck – Wood-fired pizza perfection
DoLatto Espresso – Home-made donuts, gelato and espresso to fuel the fun
The Jerk Truck – Bringing the heat with authentic Caribbean flavors
Between sips and bites, explore our many unique crafters offering everything from handcrafted jewelry to gourmet goodies. This is your chance to snag one-of-a-kind treasures from local artisans, including:
B. Baths – Luxurious handmade bath products
Cynful Bliss – Decadent treats and confections
Mimi’s by the Sea Gourmet Mixes –Flavor-packed seasonings and dips
Colecraft – Beautiful handmade wooden creations
Gracie Moo Luxury Soy Candles – Unique, hand-poured candles
Shirley Sews – Charming handmade sewn goods
Treasured Jewelry – Stunning, handcrafted jewelry
Bee Stamped by Dawn – Custom metal-stamped gifts
Jersey Girl Chocolates – Chocolate heaven for every sweet tooth
Magical Scentaments – Aromatherapy and scented delights
Island Talk USA – Tropical-inspired gifts and home decor
The Hangover Pretzel Company – The perfect beer companion
Sweet Stuff Bakery – Baked goods to satisfy your cravings
Sweet Delights and Savory Bites – personalized charcuterie experience
The Bacon Jams – Bacon-infused jams for the ultimate flavor boost
Jerky James – High-quality, mouthwatering jerky
Double D’s Doggie Delights – Treats for your furry best friend
And what’s a festival without live music?
We’ll have one of New Jersey’ favorite party bands GOLDENSEAL taking the stage to keep the vibes going all day long.
Ticket Pricing:
Brewmaster Souvenir Package: $10
General Admission Ticket + Souvenir Beer
Glass
Must be 21+ to purchase
Beer Basic: $7
General Admission Ticket (21+ only)
Guests under 21 are free. Tickets are non-refundable. Craft beers are sold only by the glass.
Be sure to follow us and grab your tickets in advance - because nothing says “spring is here” like a cold craft beer in hand, great food, and good company. Mark your calendars, tell your friends, and let’s make UNTAP SPRING the can’t-miss event of the season!
For updates, ticket information, and more, visit newjerseywineevents.com/events/ untap-spring-bayville.
For questions and details on this event or any upcoming New Jersey Wine and Beer Events courtesy of GPS, INC. contact Beth Glasgow, Director of Marketing and Public Relations at beth@gpsinc.net; 609752-4122.
Food Bank
Students Learn About Bike Safety
Students’ Monster
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BERKELEY – Kindergarten artists had a special visit this week that they’ll never
forget! Earlier in the year, Mrs. Ettari had her kindergarten classes draw a monster. The students did not know where they were going but those monsters were sent over to Mrs. Barrett’s Fibers and Textiles class at Central Regional High School. The high schoolers then got to work turning the kindergarten monsters into plushies that they gifted to students.
Each student received their monster along with their original drawing. They had the chance to ask the high school students about their creations and then worked with them to draw a picture of where they imagined their monster lives. What an amazing experience for all involved. Shout out and a huge thanks to Mrs. Barrett and all of the students that made such an impact on our students! The smiles on their faces speak for themselves.
White Sands Beach Badges On Sale
BERKELEY – Berkeley Township has announced its beach badge fees for White Sands Beach. Beach Badges will be sold at the South Seaside Park Annex on April 25, May 9, and May 23 from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Preseason through May 31 – $60
Seasonal: June 1 through September 30
OCEAN GATE – Thank you to the Ocean Gate Police Department on the Bike Safety presentation all Ocean Gate students received. Students were shown the importance of wearing their helmet while riding their bike along with state and local bike laws.
Photo courtesy Ocean Gate School
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Double Trouble State Park Spring Programs
BAYVILLE – Double Trouble State Park has announced their new program, Sunday Fundays with Naturalist Lisa! These all-ages programs are family friendly and designed to be interactive for our younger visitors.
The village open house returns in May, when the sawmill and packing house will be open for self-guided tours most weeks Wednesday through Saturday, staff and weather permitting. They’ll also have a new exhibit in the display room, highlighting 260 years of Double Trouble Village’s history. Staff will be presenting outreach programs for local historical societies and libraries, in case you can’t make it to the park.
May 3 – Historic Village Open House: Double Trouble Village is a window into Pinelands industries! The cranberry sorting and packing house and sawmill will both be open for self-guided tours, weather permitting. Walk through and see the machinery that once milled lumber and sorted cranberries in this former company town. Stop in the display room for exhibits on the 260-year history of Double Trouble Village. For group or guided tours, please contact our interpretive staff at DoubleTrouble@dep.nj.gov or 732-341-4098.
May 4 – Sunday Fundays, Neat Nifty Nature: Join us for an introduction to our Nature Program at Double Trouble State Park. Meet and Greet with Naturalist Lisa and Milo the therapy dog. Enjoy a short hike and get out in nature. Program meets at 10 a.m.
May 18 – Sunday Fundays, Shell-ebrate Turtles: Take time to learn about turtles on a Turtle Trek and Story Time on the Packing House Porch. Join Naturalist Lisa for this Sunday Funday activity at Double Trouble State Park! Program meets at 10 a.m.
May 25 – Sunday Fundays, Veterans Rock: Enjoy a sunset hike and make a gift to honor our veterans. This event starts at 7 p.m. Join Naturalist Lisa for this Sunday Funday activity at Double Trouble State Park!
Held sun or slight drizzle. Steady rain or thunder cancels. All ages welcome. Starts at the white information & restroom building closest to the parking area. Please plan on arriving at least 5 minutes before program start. No registration required! For additional information call Naturalist Lisa at the Brendan T. Byrne State Forest office at 609-726-1191.
Notice Of Renovations: Beachwood Soccer Field
BEACHWOOD – The Beachwood Department of Public Works kindly requests your patience as renovations are carried out at the Beachwood Soccer Field, located at the intersection of Berkeley Avenue and Cherry Street. Renovation work began on April 7, and the field will be closed to the public from that date until June 6. During this time, we ask that you refrain from entering the grass area, as the ground will be treated and may
not be suitable for contact by either people or animals.
Additionally, any foot traffic could have a detrimental effect on the new grass growth. However, the walking track surrounding the soccer field will remain open for use.
We appreciate your cooperation and understanding as we work to enhance the field for future use. Thank you for your continued support!
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Central Regional High School Hosts Blood Drive
BERKELEY – Kudos to the SADD and Key Clubs for partnering with the New York Blood Center to host Central Regional High School’s fi rst blood drive in several
courtesy Central Regional years. The drive collected 70 units of blood, enough to help around 210 patients! Special thanks to the students and staff ulty that made the event possible!
“The People Of Double Trouble” BTHS Upcoming Meeting
BAYVILLE – Join as Double Trouble State Park historian presents “The People of Double” at the Berkeley Township Historical Society’s May meeting, May 8 beginning 7 p.m. at the Berkeley Recreation Center, 630 Atlantic City Boulevard.
Double Trouble Village is a former lumber town and cranberry farm. Join Double Trouble’s historian as he discusses the peo-
ple who founded the settlement during the colonial era, expanded the lumber industry during the 19th century, and transformed this tract of land into one of the largest cranberry operations in the state. Through slides and old family motion pictures, the audience will meet some of the property owners and the people who worked there. No reservations required.
Movies In The Park
BEACHWOOD – Beachwood Recreation Presents Movies in the Park! On May 2, they will be showing “Mufasa” at Mayo Park Recreation Center.
Movie starts at 7 p.m. and concessions open at 6:30 p.m. Free event. Don’t forget to bring chairs, blankets, pillows.
Breakfast With Beachwood’s Mayor
BEACHWOOD – Come join Mayor Cairns and the Borough Council for breakfast at the Mayo Park Center.
Event will be on May 18 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Mayo Park Center & Pavilion, 421 Beacon Avenue. Open to all residents and Borough employees.
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Artists Of The Month
BERKELEY – Congratulations to Mrs. Ettari’s Artists of the Month at Bayville School!
All You Can Eat Pancake Breakfast
TOMS RIVER – Manitou Park Volunteer Fire Company will be hosting an all you can eat pancake breakfast on June 8 from 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Holiday City South Club House, 139 Santiago Drive, Toms River.
Cost is $12 per person at the door (children under 10 years old are free). Pre-sale tickets for $10 per person will be available
from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Firehouse on Fort DeFrance Avenue on May 12, 19, 26 and June 2. Also seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 12 through June 2 at the Carmona-Bolen Funeral Home, 412 Main Street, Toms River.
Breakfast includes pancakes, sausage, juice, and refi lls on coffee. For more information call Pat Piccoli at 732-597-8379.
Pine Barren Modelers
RC Club Open House
BAYVILLE – The Pine Barren Modelers
RC Club will be hosting an Open House on May 10 at Johnson’s Pit off of Locker Street Between Gladney and Mizzen. (Behind the old bowling alley)
Flying starts at 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Open to
anyone who is interested in learning to fly RC airplanes. They use a “buddy box” system which allows you to fly safely with instructors. Food and beverages available at no charge. For more information, email info@pbm1727.org visit pbm1727.org.
Bayville Elks Spring Vendor Fair
BAYVILLE – Bayville Elks #2394 is hosting a Spring Vendor Fair on May 10 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the back hall and patio area, 247 Atlantic City Boulevard, Bayville.
Tons of local vendors selling all sorts of things, perfect time to shop for your friends and family!
Contact Jan at 732-232-4523 with questions.
Photo courtesy Berkeley Schools
We’d love to help you thrive during your golden years—let’s talk about how.
Come visit us and explore whether your plan supports the way you want to live.
Central Regional Girls Basketball Finishes Season Strong
BERKELEY – After a slow start to 2024, the Central Regional Girls Basketball team fi nished strong, winning seven of their last 14 games.
Those wins included a double overtime victory at Keansburg in the fi rst round of Shore Conference Coaches’ Cup and a 3433 win over Donovan Catholic on senior night.
Individually, Junior captain Emma Christensen was named to the All-Ocean County team by the NJBCA, as well as to fi rst team
courtesy Central Regional All-A South by the SGBCA. Joining her on the All-Division team was senior captain Vita Kelyman who was named to second team All-A South.
The coaches would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the Central Regional community for their support during the season, as well as special acknowledgements to Seniors Ava Schmidhauser, Addison Nolan, Alexandria Veltri, Morgan Schinder, and Vita Kelyman for their four years of hard work and dedication on and off the court.
Silver Ridge Park North Titanic Exhibition Trip
BERKELEY – The Silver Ridge Park
North Travel Club invites you to join them on a day trip to visit the Titanic Exhibition at Liberty Science Center.
The trip will be on June 23. The bus leaves the Silver Ridge Park North clubhouse at 9 a.m. and returns about 4 p.m. Ticket price is $80 and includes transportation, admission to Liberty Science Center, the Titanic Exhibition, and the Planetarium (which is the largest planetarium in the United
States). A group lunch is available for an additional $10.
Don’t miss out on this exhibit featuring many artifacts from the wreckage, along with replicas of several areas of the ship. You will receive a replica boarding pass and follow their journey on this ill-fated voyage. You can even touch an iceberg to see how cold the water was when the ship sank. For more information, contact Kathy Soltys at 908-380-7176.
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They said that there are areas on Mule Road that are not very well lit at night. Combine this with tree branches hanging down and deer wandering around, it becomes very dangerous for senior drivers.
“There’s been a few close calls,” south of Davenport, where there’s no sidewalk and no shoulder, they said.
Another spot that is dangerous sometimes is the on-ramp from Ocean Gate Drive onto Route 9, said Bayville resident Susan Weig-
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Beach 1 and Windward Beach Park even with the unwelcomed rainfall.
“I almost feel better when the weather is poor because that means people really want to come out,” said Raymond LeChien, member of the Brick Township Environmental Commission who led the cleanup at Windward Beach Park. “It’s always incredible. Even with the weather or even with the time, people will come out, no matter what - smile on their face, they’re ready to pick up trash and do a lot of good work.”
Windward Beach Park, which lies along the Metedeconk River, tends to have different garbage wash up on its shores compared to ocean beaches due to its location.
“Since it’s along the river, it’d be a lot of smaller stuff, not just park garbage, but even just stuff that’ll come in from the river. Whereas the ocean,
man. This ramp is by Ace Power Tools and the giant champagne bottle. It has a yield sign now, but she suggested it should be a stop sign with a flashing light because drivers merge aggressively onto 9, cutting off drivers.
Ocean Gate Drive becomes Korman Road on the western side of Route 9, and Weigman is also concerned about construction that is going on at the end of that road.
Korman goes through a quiet residential area until it hits what was a dead end at one time. Now it’s a clear-cut street being built. The name “Landings At Bayville” is on a
it not only tends to be bigger stuff, but it also tends to be newer stuff, so it could be something that washed up just last night. You could clean it last weekend and have something brand new and huge this weekend,” LeChien said.
LeChien noted that the number one item that litters the beaches are microplastics, a popular item being bottle caps.
“Since the ban in May 2022, we’ve definitely seen nearly no plastic bags. Of course, still some, but they’ve gone down a lot,” LeChien said. “It’s mostly microplastics, so everything from bottle caps to just pieces of things.”
Other key Beach Sweep locations throughout Ocean County were Island Beach State Park, located on the Barnegat Peninsula in Berkeley Township, which is home to a diverse array of wildlife. On Long Beach Island, a clean-up was held in Surf City on in partnership with Alliance for a Living Ocean.
At Seaside Heights, Junior Beach Captains
sign discarded against a resident’s fence. There are a few small apartment complexes off Korman and portions of the road lack sidewalks.
“For 51 years I’m here, for 51 years my street has flooded,” she said. With the road and houses leaving less room for rain to dissipate, she expects to have even more flooding.
Besides that, the construction has been a bad neighbor, she said, describing trucks coming in at 7:10 a.m. and making tons of noise.
She asked how the developer could get away with it – except that they are a politician.
from The Marine Academy of Technology & Environmental Science (MATES) took charge, successfully checking in over 80 volunteers for an efficient and impactful cleanup.
In Monmouth County, Sandy Hook welcomed about 150 volunteers to its site which runs a little different than other Beach Sweep sites.
“We have students from MAST (Marine Academy of Science & Technology) who volunteer as the beach captains for Sandy Hook,” said Meg Sulzberg, COA Plastic Free Sea Coordinator who attended the Sandy Hook Sweeps.
In 2024, 6,835 volunteers collected a total of 276, 899 items – with 83% of debris collected was made of plastic. Plastic food and shopping bags reached its lowest-ever recorded level, accounting for just 1% of the total debris collected in 2024.
Some unique items which made their made onto the “Roster of the Ridiculous” included a whole watermelon, pool noodle, baseball bat,
Officials clarified that the property originally belonged to St. Barnabas Church, then ARYA properties was going to build on it. ARYA is co-owned by Ocean County Commissioner Frank Sadeghi. However, ARYA isn’t involved anymore, it’s now being developed by D.R. Horton.
A request to D.R. Horton for comment was not returned by the time of publication.
Speaking of roads, the township engineer said they are looking at other towns’ ordinances to determine how to tighten up the rules on when a contractor has to repave after doing work.
and a rubber ducky.
“The hard work of our remarkable Beach Sweeps volunteers and captains shows, unfortunately, that people tend to be litterbugs. The more single use items that become available and are used, the more they washup on our beaches. However, when we pass laws and ordinances and implement restrictions on these items, we see less on the beaches,” said Cindy Zipf, COA Executive Director. “These trends can be seen over time.”
Currently, COA is focusing on several legislative efforts, including the Packaging Product Stewardship Act which takes action to reduce plastics and packaging.
“By informing themselves, signing petitions, and making calls to elected officials, volunteers can take their action to the next level to help reduce pollution,” said Toni Groet, South Jersey Coordinator.
To learn more about Clean Ocean Action and the Beach Sweeps, visit cleanoceanaction.org.
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Isidore Kirsh, Ph.D., F.A.A.A. (N.J. Lic. #678)
Dr. Isidore Kirsh Ph.D., F.A.A.A.
Should I Buy An Over-The Counter Hearing Aid (OTC)?
Believe it or not, OTCs have been around for over a decade but they’ve never been properly classified and regulated. The FDA finally decided to regulate these hearing instruments which over time will eliminate all of the “crap” that’s still out there making claims of almost perfect hearing without even having a complete hearing evaluation! Depicted below are just my opinions of OTCs based on the 34 years of experience I have in the hearing care field. First, it’s very important to have a complete hearing evaluation in a sound booth by a board-certified professional such as an Audiologist. The so-called online hearing tests are not very accurate and how do you know it’s just NOT wax? Second, all OTCs are only appropriate for those individuals who have mild to moderate hearing losses. How do you know the degree and type of hearing loss you have unless you go to the most qualified hearing professional? If you truly are within the fitting range of the OTC and you would like to pursue this option, send them a copy of your hearing test or Audiogram and at least have them pre-program the hearing instruments for your hearing loss. Keep in mind, if you’re a “new” hearing aid user the OTC company more than likely will program the hearing aids at 100% of your prescription and more than likely this setting will be too loud. Third, the majority of the hearing aids sold that are OTC go behind the ear and there’s a thin tube that extends into your ear with some type of dome. How does the OTC company know the length of your ear canal and the diameter of your canal? There are 5 different lengths and at least 10 different
dome sizes! Typically, the OTC company will send you a variety of dome sizes and wire lengths and hopefully one of them will work. The only reason folks seek out OTCs is COST! Cost is only an issue in the absence of value. I’ve seen patients who have purchased at least 3 sets of OTCs over 18 months and they’ve become totally frustrated because they still can’t clarify conversations and they can’t go directly to a professional for help. Keep in mind the hearing care professional is there to help you but they need to be compensated for their time. In many cases, their knowledge can be a game changer for that frustrated hearing-impaired individual. For example, I saw a patient who purchased hearing aids from a “big box store” and in general really didn’t have that many complaints except they still couldn’t hear the TV clearly. I said to this individual, “did you know you could stream the TV show directly into your hearing aids?” This option wasn’t even offered by the representative at the Big Box store. This individual was willing to pay significantly more money for new hearing aids because now he was able to understand 99% of all TV shows.
In summary, be careful if you decide to go the OTC route. Have a complete hearing evaluation and make sure the OTC device can be tailored for your hearing loss. Make sure you’re within the fitting range of the product and make sure you have a reasonable trial period to test it out.
Dr. Izzy and his Staff are always here to listen to your hearing care needs. Please feel free to contact our office at 732-451-3962 or visit our website at gardenstatehearing.com.
His offices are in Toms River, Whiting, and Manahawkin. He can be reached at 732-451-3962 or via Web site at gardenstatehearing.com. Dr. Izzy & Staff gives Retirement Community Talks!
H ERE ’ S T O Y OUR H EALTH Dear
Pharmacist
Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
18 Essential Gadgets To Safeguard Your Independence
By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
We don’t usually think about losing our independence until daily tasks get tough. It can sneak up in the form of balance issues, forgetfulness, or a little less strength than we’re used to. But here’s the good news: A few smart adjustments and the right tools can keep you safe, self-sufficient, and thriving in your own space.
Let’s dive into my favorite gadgets and tips to keep you independent and confident at home:
1. Review Medications - Some meds like sedatives, antihistamines, or blood pressure pills can mess with your balance or make you foggy.
2. Grab Bars - Install these in the shower or next to the toilet. They’re a game changer for preventing slips and boosting stability.
3. Non-Slip Mats - A simple fix for slippery bathrooms and kitchens. Think of them as invisible bodyguards for your feet.
4. Reacher Grabber Tool - No more climbing on chairs. This tool helps you reach high shelves or pick up dropped items with ease.
5. Button Hooks & Zipper Pulls - Getting dressed shouldn’t be a battle. These tools help if your fingers don’t cooperate like they used to.
6. Adaptive Utensils - Ergonomic silverware with easy-grip handles makes eating more comfortable - especially if you have arthritis.
7. Cane or Walker - Staying mobile is crucial. Choose a stylish cane or walker to match your pace, and your personality!
8. Bed Rail - Offers support for getting in and out of bed safely and adds peace of mind at night.
10. Voice-Activated Assistant - Alexa or Google Assistant can set reminders, play music, turn off lights, and more - all hands-free.
11. Magnifier with Light - Reading labels or instructions? A good magnifier saves your eyes and frustration.
12. Large-Button Remote - Because squinting to fi nd the “volume up” button should not be a daily task.
13. Key Turner - If turning a key feels like a wrist workout, this gadget gives you the leverage you need.
14. Swivel Seat Cushion - Getting in and out of the car is smoother (and safer) with this simple seat add-on.
15. Hot or Cold Packs - Soothe muscle pain or stiffness with a hot/cold pack that does both. Warm it up before stretching to loosen tight spots, or chill it for inflammation and swelling. Keep one handy in your freezer—just in case.
16. Motion Sensor Lights - Perfect for nighttime trips to the bathroom. No fumbling for switches.
17. Pill Organizer with Alarm - Keeps your medication schedule on track - no more guessing or missed doses.
18. Medical Alert System - In case of an emergency, help is just a button away. It’s like a guardian angel on your wrist. Staying independent is about making smart choices, before a crisis hits. A little planning, a few helpful gadgets, and the right support can make all the difference. You’ve got this!
If you’re interested in a deeper dive into this topic, I’ve written a longer, more comprehensive blog on my website at suzycohen.com.
9. Adjustable Bed - Helps relieve pain and makes getting comfy much easier. Great for circulation, too.
(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) ©2025 SUZY COHEN, RPH. DISTRIBUTED BY DEAR PHARMACIST, INC.
R.C. Shea & Assoc.
Inside The Law
Protecting Our Community From Nursing Home Abuse
By: Michael J. Deem, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates
People put their elderly parent or grandparent in a nursing home so that they can be safely taken care of, so that someone can properly look after them in their old age. No one expects that these nursing home residents should get anything less than the proper care and respect that they deserve, but with the horrifying rise in nursing care abuse, this is not always the case. According to the National Center on Elder Abuse in the United States, more than 30 percent of all nursing homes in America indulge in some form of resident abuse.
Statistics show that nearly 50 percent of all nursing homes are short staffed. The staff people who do work in these facilities are underpaid, overworked, and all too often overburdened, which in turn leads to elder neglect and abuse.
Michael J. Deem, Esq.
million by the year 2030.
Signs of abuse and neglect may be (but are not limited to) evidence such as patterns of bruising, unexplained injuries, frequent infections, bedsores, questionable hygiene, appearance of malnutrition, emotional distress, and unsanitary living conditions. Document any such evidence you observe, and bring it to the attention of your attorney. Neglect can be just as harmful in the long run as abuse, leading to additional health problems and possibly death. Nursing home abuse isn’t limited to physical abuse; there can also be emotional, verbal, and psychological abuse, where an elder is demeaned or humiliated in other ways.
Even more alarming is the prediction that the problem will only worsen in the near future. More than 91% of nursing homes lack adequate staff to properly care for patients. A Health and Human Services Department report found patients in understaffed nursing homes were more likely to suffer from a variety of problems, such as bed sores, malnutrition, weight loss, dehydration, pneumonia, and serious blood born infections. It’s a serious concern that will only increase with time, given that the population of people aged 85 or older is expected to double to 8.9
Many elderly people needlessly suffer from nursing home abuse in which they are manipulated, humiliated, or physically harmed by the very people entrusted with providing them with loving and tender care. Instances of physical, sexual and verbal abuse have taken place at the very nursing homes where elders are actually supposed to be well taken care of; unfortunately, cases of nursing home abuse in America and also in New Jersey are rising rather than falling.
If you think a loved one is the victim of Nursing Home Abuse, call the trial attorney’s at R.C. Shea & Associates for a free consultation to discuss their rights 732-505-1212.
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Looking to buy costume/estate jewelry, old rosaries and religious medals, all watches and any type of sterling silver, bowls, flatware candlesticks or jewelry. Same day house calls and cash on the spot. 5 percent more with this AD. Call Peggy at 732-581-5225. (t/n)
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Services
Handyman Solutions - Affordable prices that are budget friendly. All phases of Home Improvement and Repairs. Carpentry • Laminate Flooring • Painting • Drywall • Doors • Windows • Siding • Hand and Vinyl Railings • Decks • Minor Plumbing/ Electrical and more. Licensed Insured. 609-384-9030 (50)
Experienced, Reliable - Private duty (no agency fees) Caregiver/Home Health aide available for live-in, or hourly position South Jersey, Jersey Shore area. Call Nina at 732-8676686. (15)
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PQ Painting & Home Improvement Services - Over 5 decades of service in NJ. Visit us online at pqpaintingservice.com. Winner of Angie’s List Super Service Award. Free estimates, reasonable rates, fully licensed and insured NJ Lic #13VH06752800. Call 732500-3063 or 609-356-2444. (t/n)
Since 1979, Kitchen Magic, a family-owned business offering cabinet refacing, new cabinetry, and luxury countertop throughout the Northeast. We transform kitchens in less time, with less stress, at an amazing value. Call today for a free estimate 1-844-367-2477 (t/n)
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APlus Home Improvements - Over
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Learn To Play The - Flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, trombone, or drums, from a NJ State Certified Teacher of Instrumental Music, in your home! Call 732-3504427 for more information. (21)
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The Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge is a popular spot to visit in Southern Ocean County and a great place to take pictures. Local resident Debra Gowers captured this picturesque view. Have a photo you would like to share? Email photos@jerseyshoreonline.com and you may win tickets to an upcoming Jersey Shore BlueClaws game!
Faith Community UMC Flea Market
BAYVILLE – Faith Community UMC of Bayville is hosting a Flea Market on May 17 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 526 Atlantic City Boulevard. Outdoor spaces are available for $20. Event
is rain or shine. Spaces available under the cover of the pole barn in the event of bad weather. Call the church office at 732-269-9850 for more information or to reserve a space.
FUN & GAMES SUDOKU
CROSSWORD PUZZLE
Across
Doughy 5 Ramsey of “The Last of Us” 10 Actor Epps 14 On a bye week
Squad suiting up for opening day, presumably
Hoodwink 18 Shampoo target
Analogous
Fad toy with unruly hair 22 Actress Mendes
Impertinence
Old-Fashioned choice 25 Hill, in Hebrew
Hem and __
Org. with flag bearers?
29 Third No. 1 hit for Bruno Mars
“The Gilded Age” airer
“Sorry, but ... “ Down
1 Aerate, as flour 2 Impetus to clean the fridge
3 Torchiere, for one
4 Sesame Street worrywart
5 Humanities degs.
6 “You get the idea”
7 Unlike bread on Passover, and like four of the five sets of circled letters in this puzzle
8 Film mistakenly announced as Best Picture at the 2016 Oscars
9 Psych (up) 10 Nebraska city 11 Pay restitution 12 Paris pal 13 Relative standing 21 Journey segment 23 “Weekend Update” comic Michael
27 Part shaded by a backward cap
28 State of change
30 Rodeo cry
31 Burial city of the Wright brothers
33 Squander
34 Poems to things
36 One with a supporting role in the kitchen?
38 Eartha Kitt song with the lyric “Been an angel all year”
43 Fruit in the liqueur Bargnolino
45 Cast or oil, sometimes
47 Use a hula hoop
48 Tony winner Idina
49 Best Play and Best Game, for two
50 Leek kin
51 Like cognac barrels
53 Triangular part of a house
54 Recommended spot to catch a sneeze
55 Marble hunks
58 “__ girl!”
61 Kate Middleton, to Prince George
62 Suturing ctrs.
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Never wave a red flag at a bull unless you want to be attacked. You may avoid conflict with others by gauging when it’s best to stay quiet and focus your attention elsewhere. You might reach an important milestone if you play your cards right.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): A lover might choose green when you prefer blue or surprise you with a change of plans. A small difference of opinion or temporary shift of attention won’t harm a solid relationship. Consider learning something new or starting a passion project.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Those little things left undone could catch up with you today, so knuckle down and take care of lingering priorities. Any agitation or frustration over shared items or a breakdown in your communication could be settled quickly and amicably.
CANCER (June 21-July 22): Outside influences may put you in a defensive position, but standing up to others could cause division. Take a moment to breathe and think things through. Don’t sacrifice your boundaries, but if you can let go of resentments you might feel freer within a group.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Be cautious of allowing minor disagreements early in the day to take a toll on your tranquility. Rushing around may only set you back. Thoroughness and tactfulness could make relationships flow more smoothly. A sincere apology may resolve dilemmas.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): The urge to get physical work done may take hold, allowing you to finish your checklist early in the day. You might encounter others who have different principles and values. Be considerate and kind to everyone while finding common ground.
FOR THE WEEK OF APRIL 19-25 BY JERALDINE SAUNDERS
OMARR’S ASTROLOGICAL FORECAST
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Wisdom grows with time. Consider listening to those more experienced, they may have lessons worth learning. Do your best to steer clear of confrontations and be careful of people’s feelings to avoid mix-ups with friends or loved ones.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Capitalize on friendships and network vigorously to ensure your social and business success. Avoid making a spur-of-the-moment expenditure that you may regret later. Seek sound advice before investing or making important decisions.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21):
There are never any losers in love when both parties live up to their duties and take turns in a respectful way. Instead of competing with others and clashing over trivial things, try cooperation and teamwork to work towards a goal.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You may briefly collide with someone over a difference of opinion regarding money or values. Take accountability, admit to any errors, and back down from harsh arguments. Unexpected offers could prompt you to read between the lines.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Look for ways to make every penny count. A shopping trip might not be a win unless you uncover once-ina-lifetime deals. Participating in sports or other competitive activities could scratch that itch for excitement lurking beneath the surface.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Small annoyances like lopsided pictures on the wall or dust under the bed might disturb your sense of harmony. Explore new ways to get neat and organized while putting personal possessions in order. When it comes to love, practice makes perfect.
THIS EASTER HAM IS MOIST AND JUICY
By America’s Test Kitchen
SPIRAL - SLICED HAM GLAZED WITH CIDER - VINEGAR CARAMEL
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