Middle Schoolers Learn From Local Leaders On Student Government Day
By Alyssa Riccardi
HOWELL – Howell Township students from Middle School North and Middle School South stepped into leadership roles and took charge at a Township Council meeting on Student Government Day.
The special event is designed to give students fi rsthand experience with the workings of local government. The goal is
Teachers Inspired To Give Environmental Lessons
By Bob Vosseller
OCEAN COUNTY – With spring in the air, environmentalists inspired local teachers in crafting green lessons at the 28th Annual Barnegat Bay Environmental Educators Roundtable.
This year’s event, which featured the theme of “Caring for Our Precious Natural Resources: Considering Conservation, Climate and Community,” was held at the Lighthouse Center
for Natural Resource Education in Waretown.
It was coordinated by the Ocean County Soil Conservation District (OCSCD). Each year environmental organizations, agencies and groups from around the watershed come together to provide this popular Teachers Professional Development event which included an open house, dinner catered by Bonefish Grill of Brick, (Lessons - See Page 3)
County Receives Grant To Reconstruct Bridge
By Alyssa Riccardi
MONMOUTH COUNTY – The Monmouth Board of County Commissioners have announced the long-awaited reconstruction of Bridge MA-9 and the rehabilitation of Lake Lefferts Dam on County Route 6A (Ravine Drive) in Matawan.
The county is receiving support from the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) for $10.5 million through the Local Aid Infrastructure Fund (LAIF).
“I am pleased to report that the New Jersey Department of Transportation is committing $10.5 million to fund the LA-2025 LAIF Monmouth County Replacement of Bridge MA-9 over Matawan Creek and the Rehabilitation of Lake Lefferts Dam,” said Commissioner Director Thomas A. Arnone.
“This is a big win for Matawan and Monmouth County. It is a direct result of strong partnerships between our state legislators and county government, and it demonstrates what we can achieve through focused advocacy, strategic planning, and persistent leadership.”
According to officials, the funding is spilt into two phases, $5.5 million in the current fiscal year and an additional $5 million in the following fiscal year.
The goal of the project is to address growing safety and infrastructure concerns, as the bridge was originally constructed in 1927 and has been deteriorated significantly. It also lacks modern safety features, officials said.
The bridge is a key component of the Lake Lefferts spillway system, and Ravine Drive itself forms part of the dam embankment. The dam is designated a Class I High Hazard Dam by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP), emphasizing the need for immediate rehabilitation.
“This is a major victory for the residents and businesses of Matawan and the region,” said Assemblyman Rob
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Photo by Bob Vosseller
A teacher from the Whiting Elementary School, left watches Lois Lyons of the New Jersey School of Conservation take a photograph during a program called “Community Scientist”.
Photos courtesy Howell Township Students were selected to take on the roles of elected officials and conduct their own council meeting.
Students engage with township officials and employees, police and EMS personnel, and watched K9 demos. (Student - See Page 4)
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OCSCD Director Christine Raabe said the agency has been “effectively coordinating and implementing this professional development event since 1997. The educational programs and opportunities available from all participating agencies, organizations and groups allows a comprehensive approach to watershed education and provides educators with a ‘one-stop-shop’ approach.”
Pinelands Commission Principal Public Programs Specialist Joel M. Mott was manning a promotional table and speaking to attendees about programs of his agency.
“I’m here to talk to educators. Part of my job is to keep people aware of the pinelands and I’m here to make connections with more educators to bring the pinelands to them or bring them to the pinelands.”
Mott added that in July a special outdoor workshop on the Pinelands will be held involving teachers.
Debra A. Sommers who serves as education specialist of the Stockton University Maple Grant was several tables away. Her booth featured a number of items including samples of maple syrup, tools used to extract the sap and literature on the project.
“I’m the educator for this program and I’ve taught at middle schools in Galloway as a teacher and they needed an educator for this program,” Sommers said. “I have an environmental science degree and now I am literally back in the woods where I started.”
Sometimes she visits schools and sometimes the students come out to Stockton, she explained, noting that she recently met up with a teacher from Pinelands Regional High School in Little Egg Harbor.
“I’m going there tomorrow and we’ll be making pancakes and putting the syrup from sap from local trees on them,” Sommers said. “We’ll be going out and looking at trees.”
“We have USDA grants, the fi rst of which was about tapping red maples. Canada and New England use Sugar Maples. When I fi rst heard about the grant I had just retired and I thought ‘you can’t make syrup from these trees they aren’t sugar maples so it turns out I was wrong,’” she said. She wore crimson leaf earrings that were a gift from a former student who now works with her on the maple project. “It is nice to
be able to keep nurturing the students that I had. We have a new grant for partnering with a Vermont company and they are going to do (maple) blends that will give us more product that we will be able to sell. We just started selling about a year ago. The partnership will expand Vermont’s footprint as a brand in south Jersey.”
OCSCD staffer Jessica Pinto ran a workshop that included a field activity concerning various soils of the area. “We do our best
to work with engineers, contractors and the community to educate as well as regulate.” Events like this is part of the education portion of the department. The subject of her workshop was the physical properties of soil. She told the educators who were in the workshop that “there are so many ways to spin your discussion. I have young children so I fi nd it fun to get into some of the little kid stuff as well as material for older children and even adults,”
Pinto added.
“What I want you to take away from this is when you discuss soil with anyone and you are trying to advocate for conservation and natural resources, I think it is really vital that people get outside and that they use their hands and their senses. I think the memories are strongest and the lessons sit with us longer if we can actually engage our senses while we are learning and the physical properties of soil,” she told the educators.
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to educate young people about civic responsibility, the importance of public service, and how democratic institutions function.
“Student Government Day encourages active citizenship and helps students develop leadership, communication, and critical thinking skills in a real-world context,” said Jane Losinger, Vice Principal/Supervisor of Social Studies and Extended School Year Programs.
During the school day, students spend time at the Howell Township Municipal Building engaging with township officials
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Clifton. “This funding represents years of effort, dating back to the early 2000s, and I’m proud to have worked closely with Commissioner Director Arnone, and NJDOT Commissioner Francis O’Connor and Assemblyman Alex Sauickie to make it a reality. It’s a clear example of how effective collaboration
and employees, police and EMS personnel, watching K9 demos and partaking in various activities to learn the ins and outs local government.
In the evening, a selected number of students take on the roles of elected officials and conduct their own council meeting.
“Eighth grade students are offered the opportunity to write an essay on the following topic: Imagine you want to make a positive change in your community. Whether it’s helping the environment, improving local parks, supporting those in need, or raising awareness about an important issue, young people can have a big impact! How would you get involved? What challenges might
between state and county leadership delivers real results for our constituents.”
The project will consist of major infrastructure improvements in order to enhance safety and accessibility for motorists, bicyclists, and pedestrians. This includes bicycle-compatible shoulders, wider sidewalks, and other upgrades to ensure compliance with current AASHTO, NJDOT, and NJDEP standards. The plan will also tackle downstream safety
you face and how would you overcome them?” Losinger explained. “The top 45 essayists are invited to participate in Student Government Day and the top six essayists are invited to take on the official roles.”
Students acted as mayor, clerk, and council providing township reports and introducing the following proclamations:
• Be Kind To Animals Week
• EMS Week
• Memorial Day
• Teacher Appreciation Week
• World Turtle Day
During the public comment portion of their meeting, residents and members of the Howell school district commended the
concerns for residents and properties at risk due to the dam’s current condition.
Ravine Drive is a critical east-west connector linking State Route 36 to County Route 516 (Main Street), located just 0.55 miles from the Aberdeen-Matawan Train Station. This route is used daily by commuters and is essential for emergency services. It also provides access to the borough’s business district, officials said.
Paint & Plant Fundraiser
students on their efforts.
“As a social studies educator, it’s incredibly rewarding to see our 8th grade students so engaged in Student Government Day,” Losinger said. “Their hard work on their essays and enthusiasm at the event reflect a deep understanding of civic responsibility and a genuine interest in making a difference. This event brings the lessons of the classroom to life and helps shape the next generation of informed, active citizens.” Following the meeting, each student received a certificate of recognition. Members of the Howell Township Council proceeded to take back their seats on the dais to conduct their regular meeting.
“This project is not just about replacing a bridge or repairing a dam - it’s about strengthening the backbone of our community,” said Commissioner Director Arnone. “We are incredibly thankful to the State of New Jersey, DOT Commissioner Francis O’Connor, and Assemblyman Clifton for his commitment and partnership. The combined leadership and support have made this significant and long-overdue investment possible.”
HOWELL – Get ready to dig in and get artsy! Join for the Howell First Aid Squad Fundraiser: Paint & Plant night – an evening full of color, creativity, and community
support – August 15 at 6:30 p.m. at 16 Kent Road, Howell. Cost is $50 (a portion of each ticket supports Howell First Aid). Pre-registration required. Register at jjsipnpaint.com.
What’s included? Paint, pot, soil & plantyou bring the creativity! Plus: BYOB, snacks, and a tricky tray raffle to keep the fun going! All proceeds help support your local EMS
volunteers, who respond 24/7 rain, shine, or sparkle! Let’s grow something beautiful together while helping those who help you! Spots are limited - grab yours now!
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Congressman Chris Smith Protecting Medicaid, Social Security And Medicare, Tax Relief For All
WASHINGTON, D.C. - “Today the House took the responsible and critical step to protect all Americans from the largest tax increase in our history, secure our borders to stop the flow of human trafficking and fentanyl and rebuild our military after years of neglect, while protecting fundamental programs such as Medicaid, Medicare, and Social Security ensuring their survival,” said Congressman Chris Smith (R-4th) This bill includes protections for the most vulnerable by preserving Medicaid, while making no changes to Social Security and Medicare. This bill reforms Medicaid by targeting rampant fraud and abuse, including work and volunteer requirements for those who are able, allowing more taxpayer dollars to be spent on those the program was intended for - including pregnant women, low-income families, individuals with disabilities, and New Jersey’s seniors. It also includes new rules to ensure states are following eligibility laws when enrolling new Medicaid participants - needed provisions to remove the 1.4 million illegal aliens enrolled in Medicaid. This bill reforms critical programs to ensure their survival for those they were designed to serve.
After four years of neglect under the Biden-Harris Administration, the House voted to secure the border - providing much needed funds to build the wall and enforce immigration laws through increased enforcement, and investing in new technol-
ogies to detect dangerous drugs such as fentanyl.
The House acted to finally address this fiscal calamity in major legislation that will:
• Permanently cut taxes for the American worker by making the 2017 Trump tax cuts perpetual – protecting the average taxpayer from a 22 percent tax hike.
Provide $81 billion in mandatory spending to strengthen border enforcement and removal of illegal aliens.
• Deliver on President Trump’s priorities of no tax on tips, overtime pay and car loan interest, and new tax relief for seniors that will put more money annually in the pockets of millions of Americans.
• Preserve and increase the Standard Deduction by $1000 for individuals for a total of $16,300 and $2,000 for couples for a total of $32,600, retroactive to January 2025.
• Provide increased State and Local Tax (SALT) Relief by raising the cap from $10,000 to $40,000 for those making under $500,000 a year. Importantly, the cap and income phaseout limit would increase 1 percent annually, ensuring sustained relief for New Jersey families.
• Preserve and increase the Child Tax Credit (CTC) to $2,500 per child, up from $2,000, and indexes it for inflation.
• Expand 529 education savings accounts to empower American families and students to choose the education that best fits their needs, whether it is K-12 materials or obtaining a postsecondary trades credential.
• Reform Medicaid by implementing verification requirements to ensure deceased individuals are not drawing benefits, and
tightens eligibility which will remove 1.4 million ineligible illegal immigrants from current Medicaid rolls.
• Include Medicaid work or volunteer requirements for able bodied individuals in the amount of 20 hours a week; these requirements do not apply to pregnant women, those living with disabilities, and senior citizens - the individuals Medicaid was created to serve.
• Prevent Medicaid dollars from being spent on youth gender transition surgeries - preventing schools from hiding children’s healthcare decisions from their parents.
• Hold states accountable for misuse and wasteful spending on Medicaid through future penalties for failure to implement procedures to ensure accurate Medicaid enrollment, payments to pharmacies, and means to control costs in government spending.
• Not include changes that would alter the federal share of spending in the joint federal-state Medicaid program.
• Repeal the Biden-Harris reporting rule on Venmo and PayPal transactions over $600.
• Invest in our Armed Forces - including $9 billion to improve Armed Forces servicemember quality of life to include funding for Armed Forces Retirement Home facilities improvements, and $33.7 billion in mandatory funding the Maritime Industrial Base to accelerate shipbuilding and rebuild our Navy.
• Reform Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) by, among other provisions, implementing new eligibility verification requirements to ensure nutritional assistance dollars are used by American citizens and legal residents, not illegal aliens. Also incentivizes States to reduce
their payment error rate by sharing 5 to 15 percent of program administrative costs depending on compliance with the law, and implementing certain work requirements for specific able-bodied adults.
• Repeal the unworkable Biden-Harris CAFE standards and truck rules requiring vehicles to be zero-emission in 2032.
• Provide permanent Estate Tax Relief, better allowing parents and grandparents to leave a legacy for their family.
• Expands the 199A small business deduction to 23 percent and makes the deduction permanent.
• Renews Opportunity Zone program to spur over $100 billion in new investment over the coming decade.
• End the de minimis customs exemption for packages under $800 that was exploited by China to flood America’s market with cheap goods and fentanyl.
• Revoke tax-exempt status for nonprofits that materially support terrorism.
• Starts building fi nancial security for America’s children at birth with the creation of new savings accounts, and the federal government will deposit $1,000 for every child born from 2024 to 2028 into their newly-named TRUMP savings account.
While protecting Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid - and providing critical tax relief for all Americans - the Housepassed bill makes much needed changes to tackle our astronomical $36 trillion debt and a projected $13.8 trillion in interest payments over the next decade.
This landmark bill takes significant steps to ensure that our children and grandchildren are not burdened by an ever-increasing national debt.
FEMA Lacks Hurricane Preparedness Plan
As Hurricane Season Draws Near
WASHINGTON D.C. – Senator Andy Kim (D-NJ) pressed Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem on the Trump administration’s failure to produce a finalized hurricane preparedness plan and formally nominate a FEMA Administrator with hurricane season just days away.
“When it comes to FEMA, this is some-
thing I’m concerned about being from New Jersey, we’ve had challenges with Superstorm Sandy and others in the past. I was alarmed when I saw some reports that the acting head Richardson said…that he’s just 80-85% done with the hurricane season plan, given that we are just days away from hurricane season beginning. Is he done with his hurricane preparedness plan?…Will you be able to share that plan with this committee?” asked Senator Kim.
After being unable to confi rm that the
report is completed and stating that she is actively engaged in hurricane response planning, Secretary Noem stated that she would “check to make sure” she could share it with the committee.
The hearing was held in the wake of staff cuts at FEMA, reports of a recent internal review that cites the agency as “not ready” for hurricane season, and calls by President Trump to abolish FEMA entirely. During the hearing, Secretary Noem shared: “The president fi rmly believes that FEMA needs to be eliminated as it stands today.”
As Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmen-
tal Affairs’ subcommittee that oversees FEMA, Senator Kim has continued to call for bipartisan reforms to FEMA that help ensure New Jersey communities and people across the country can have confidence in FEMA’s leadership, rely on FEMA as a lifeline, and always have a place to turn when disaster strikes. This includes protecting survivors from faulty or fraudulent insurance practices as families are already struggling to recover after a natural disaster like Superstorm Sandy.
Senator Kim has long advocated for permanent and comprehensive disaster
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Senator Andy Kim
3 Dimensions Of Wellness 8th Annual Car & Truck Show
HOWELL – On June 12 at 6 p.m., the Howell Alliance is hosting a free presentation, “Achieving the 3 Dimensions of Wellness” to empower community members to improve their mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
“Achieving the 3 Dimensions of Wellness” is a half-hour presentation, followed by a Q&A. It will be held upstairs in the Howell Township Municipal Building at 4567 Route 9 North in Howell. A light snack will be served. Register today through Eventbrite: rb.gy/zf7nmp.
Marni Elson-Victor, LPC and LCADC, and Dr. Kathryn Fleming will educate participants on the importance of mental, emotional,
and physical wellness in support of overall well-being, life balance, and happiness. Community members will learn how these three areas of wellness impact one another, how to identify personal areas needing improvement, and how to implement simple yet effective strategies to help live more positively, intentionally, and productively.
For information on behavioral health support resources and stress relief, visit the Howell Alliance website at twp.howell.nj.us/Alliance.
For questions or further details, please contact Christa Riddle, Howell Alliance Coordinator, at 732-938-4500 ext. 4012, or criddle@twp. howell.nj.us.
Farmingdale Fire Dept. Cigar Night
FARMINGDALE – Woody’s Roadside Tavern will be hosting a cigar night for the benefit of the Farmingdale Fire Department on June 4 from 6 to 9 p.m.
Includes three premium cigars at arrival; Miller Lite or Sam Summer; full buffet din-
ner; charcuterie board; garden salad; grilled skirt steak; stuffed pork loin; gourmet fourcheese bacon mac and cheese; grilled asparagus; roasted rosemary potatoes; coffee and desert; live music. To purchase tickets, visit woodysroadside.simpletix.com.
Howell PAL Theater Company
HOWELL – Howell PAL Theater Company presents: “The Little Mermaid.” Auditions will be on June 9, 12 and 13. Performance on September 12, 13, and 14 and the Jersey Shore Arts Center. More information coming soon. Any questions, email howellpaltc@gmail. com.
HOWELL – The Prince of Peace Lutheran Church is hosting their 8th Annual Car & Truck Show on Juen 7 and 434 E. Aldrich Road. (Rain date June 14) Registration begins at 9 a.m. Show from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost to register is $15 day
of show. Free to the public. Enjoy food, door prizes, trophies, DJ, goody bags, and raffles.
Donations of nonperishable items to the Church Food Pantry would be welcomed and appreciated!
National Night Out 2025
HOWELL – Join Howell PAL and Howell Police Department for a wonderful free night full of demonstrations, giveaways, music and much more!
National Night Out will be on August 5 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Soldier Memorial Park, 587-593 Lakewood Farmingdale Road, Howell.
National Night Out is an annual event that promotes community safety and strengthens the relationship between local law enforce-
ment and the neighborhoods they serve. The event aims to raise awareness about crime prevention, encourage community involvement, and foster positive connections between citizens and law enforcement! Vendors are able to attend but must register prior to the event. Deadline to register is July 22 at 12 p.m. Email jmandracchia@ howellpal.org if you are interested in being a vendor.
This event is weather permitting.
Kids’ Sip & Swap
HOWELL – The Howell Library is hosting a Kids’ Sip & Swap on June 21 from 2:30 to 4 p.m. This is a drop-in program! Please bring your gently used unwanted children’s books and exchange them within the community! Please bring no more than five books per child attending. From
board books to chapter books all juvenile attendees welcome!
Light refreshments will be served. Please alert the librarian to any allergies prior to the program.
For more information, call 732-9382300.
School Director Receives Award
– Congratulations to Howell Township Public Schools K-8 Director of Pupil Services, Ms. Dodie Fernandez, for receiving the Monmouth County Friends of Education Award! Thank you for your hard work and dedication, which have benefited so many!
Township Hosts Successful Babysitt ing Course
HOWELL – Howell Township successfully hosted and completed the American Heart Association (AHA) Babysitting Course with over 20 teens. Participants gained essential skills in child care, emergency response, CPR, and fi rst aid, making them more confident and prepared babysitters.
A huge thank you to the collaborative efforts of the Howell Township Department of Community Relations, Howell Township Fire Bureau, and Cert Up LLC for partnering up to make this event a success. And of course, thank you to all the amazing young individuals who showed dedication to learning how to keep children safe.
Basketball & Pickleball Courts Now Open
HOWELL – The basketball and pickleball courts at Oak Glen Park are now freshly painted, fully completed, and ready for use! Come out and enjoy the upgraded courts - whether you’re shooting hoops or serving
up a pickleball match, it’s the perfect time to get out and play!
Thank you for your patience during the improvements - we can’t wait to see the community enjoying these updated spaces!
Photo courtesy Howell Schools
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Photo courtesy Howell Township
C OMMUNITY N EWS
Local Animals Ready For Adoption
MONMOUTH COUNTY – The Monmouth County SPCA has a number of pets available for adoption.
Linus is a sweet, 7-year-young retriever mix who came in as a lost pet and now needs a forever home. Linus is around 73 lbs. and warms up quickly to new friends (especially with a treat offering). Linus wants nothing more than to snuggle in a comfy bed or beside his trusted human friends. Linus may
be able to share his home with a respectful and compatible canine companion.
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 fi nd your perfect match.
They are located at 260 Wall Street in Eatontown. They can be reached at 732542-0040.
Summer Concert Series
HOWELL – Howell Township has announced their Summer Concert Series which will be held at Soldier Memorial Park from 5 to 9:15 p.m.
These free events will offer DJ, food vendors, beer & wine tent, fireworks after every concert and more!
DJ KC James from 5 to 7 p.m. Live Entertainment: 7 from 9 p.m. All events subject to change due to the
weather.
July 2 – Super Trans Am
July 16 – Austin City Nights
July 30 – White Wedding
August 13 – Garden State Radio
For more information, contact Steven Fecher, Department of Community Relations at 732-938-4500 ext. 2106 or sfecher@twp.howell.nj.us.
Howell Farmers Market
HOWELL – The Howell Farmers Market is back for 2025, running every Sunday through October 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Echo Lake Park in Howell.
Visitors can enjoy fresh produce, local treats, and handcrafted goods from various
vendors. Those interested in becoming a vendor can reach out to the Market Manager at info@hearhereevents.com for more information. It’s a great way to support local businesses and enjoy a Sunday morning outing.
Join Howell PAL’s Adult Book Club
HOWELL – This is a free community program for adults who love to read and meet new people in the community!
Please make sure that you have already read the book when you join at book club. Books are not provided. This is a free program but we do ask to bring a shareable snack when
coming to discuss this month’s book selection. For our June 4 meeting we will be discussing “Fahrenheit 451” by Ray Bradbury. This is a free program but we do ask that if you register and are unable to make it that you email jmandracchia@howellpal.org. Register at howellpal.org.
Heritage & Historical Society Yard Sale
HOWELL – The Howell Township Heritage and Historical Society is kindly asking for donations of household items for their yard sale fundraiser.
Drop off donations at the Old Ardena Schoolhouse on June 3 and June 5 from 12
to 4 p.m. (no books or clothing)
The Yard Sale will be held on June 7 at the Old Ardena Schoolhouse from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (rain date June 8)
Any questions about the Yard Sale, email howellheritageandhistoricalsoc@gmail.com.
Photo courtesy MCSPCA
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relief at the federal level, pushing to fully authorize and fund federal disaster recovery grant programs and to invest in climate resilient infrastructure. He has also worked to ensure federal funding from FEMA reaches New Jersey to assist in response efforts, including after recent wildfi res in South Jersey.
FEMA Critical To Fighting Antisemitism
Kim also pressed Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem on the need to
support and expand FEMA’s Nonprofit Security Grant Program, a critical security tool for synagogues and temples in New Jersey as incidences of antisemitism rise. Senator Kim demanded the Secretary ensure the program is protected as President Trump continues to call for FEMA’s complete elimination.
“I want to engage with you on this further because when we’re hearing this language about abolishing FEMA, one of the elements that people have raised the most concerns about is what does that mean for the Nonprofit Security Grant Program. I really do urge you to work with me and this committee to have a declar-
National Correctional Officers Week
FREEHOLD – The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners recognized May 4 to 10 as National Correctional Officers Week and thanked Monmouth County’s correctional officers for their dedication and service during the Commissioner Workshop Meeting.
“During National Correctional Officers Week, my fellow Commissioners and I extend our deepest gratitude to the men and women who serve with professionalism, dedication, and integrity in our correctional facilities,” said Commissioner Director Thomas A. Arnone. “These officers play a vital role in maintaining safety and order, not only within the facilities but in our communities as well. We thank them for their service and commitment to public safety.”
“As we observe National Correctional Officers Week, we honor the outstanding men and women of the Monmouth County Sheriff’s
Photo courtesy Monmouth County Office who serve with integrity and dedication each day,” said Commissioner Deputy Director Susan M. Kiley, liaison to the Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office. “Their work inside the Monmouth County Correctional Institution is critical to our justice system and to the safety of our entire community. We thank them for their tireless service and unwavering commitment to keeping our communities safe.”
For more information about Monmouth County, go to visitmonmouth.com. To learn more about the Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office, go to mcsonj.org.
ative stance on that so people, especially those concerned about antisemitism can have clarity on what comes next,” said Senator Kim.
Senator Kim emphasized the strong bipartisan support in the Senate to protect the program and his continued commitment to increase funding for the program to address the scourge of antisemitism in our country. When asked if she’d be open to an increase of funding to the program Secretary Noem responded, “we definitely have seen the value in the program and are willing to discuss this with [the Senator].”
At a Senate Special Committee on Aging
hearing in May, the Senator spoke about the program and need for further support: “We want to preserve it, we want to increase the funds, but one thing I also hear is that from the synagogues, the temples that I talk to it’s not just one-off security they need…this is the top budget item for every single synagogue every single year.”
As a member of the House of Representatives, he helped secure grant funding through the program to protect local religious communities in his congressional district and his office facilitated security briefi ngs with New Jersey interfaith leaders to connect them with guidance and resources through the program.
BallotTrax Will Update You About Mailed-In Vote
FREEHOLD – Monmouth County
Clerk Christine Giordano Hanlon is reminding Monmouth County voters who choose to vote by mail in the 2025 Primary Election that they can sign up for the County’s enhanced ballot-tracking notification system. The County’s ballot tracking system, BallotTrax, was launched five years ago by Clerk Hanlon and the Monmouth County Board of Elections to notify voters regarding the status of their mail-in ballots.
Voters who sign up for Monmouth County BallotTrax will receive alerts when their ballot has been received by the County Board of Elections and again after the ballot has been counted. Users of this free service can opt to enable notifications by text message, phone or email. Monmouth County vote-by-mail voters may sign up to receive BallotTrax notifications at MonmouthCountyBallotTrax.com.
“We are proud to be the first and only County in the state to provide this free,
enhanced notification system for our residents who vote by mail,” said Clerk Hanlon. “Transparency in our elections is very important, and this service helps provide peace of mind to our voters.”
BallotTrax alerts voters of the status of their ballots rather than requiring voters to continually log into the system for updates. Voters can also check the status of their ballots via New Jersey’s ballot tracking system, which does not provide notifications, by visiting nj.gov/state/ elections/vote-track-my-ballot.shtml.
For questions about the returning of mail-in ballots for counting, please contact the County Board of Elections at 732-431-7802. For questions about the issuance of mail-in ballots, please contact the County Clerk’s Election Office at 732-431-7790.
For more information about elections in Monmouth County, visit the County Clerk’s Elections website at MonmouthCountyVotes.com or download our free mobile app, Monmouth County Votes.
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If You Are A Victim Of An Accident Or Other Incident Then Remember That Social Media Is Not Your Friend
By: Michael J. Deem, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates
Once an injury claim is reported to an insurance company their number one priority is to stop the bleeding. Not your bleeding; their bleeding! The primary concern of any insurance company is to fi nd a way to not pay your claim, so you will be immediately investigated.
What Do Insurance Adjusters Look For After A Claim Is Filed?
A personal injury claim is built on evidence. While your lawyer is compiling evidence to support your claim, the insurance adjuster on the other side is looking for ways to undermine it.
Beware of prying eyes. Your social media accounts are full of tidbits — even your most innocent posts, photos, or those you are tagged in — can be woven together and used against you. Even posts made by your family and friends are fair game for an aggressive adjuster. Even if all your social media accounts are protected with the strictest privacy controls, sometimes harmful information finds its way into the hands of the adjuster. It’s used as evidence to reduce their financial exposure or, worse yet, to prevent you from receiving any compensation at all.
What Not to Do on Social Media After a Car Accident
Sharing information about your case on social media makes it public. You instantly give up any confidentiality protections. The defense can subpoena it and use it against you. It’s best to post nothing.
For this reason, keep in mind the following:
Adjusters look for the weakest link. If they sense you lack self-control, they may try to friend you on Facebook or follow you on Instagram. They also may try to buddy up to your friends to get insider information about you and the accident. Even your posts on dating sites can be mined and used against you.
What to Do on Social Media After a Car Accident
Avoid doing anything on social media that could hurt your claim. You only have one opportunity to get this right, so you should leave nothing to chance. Tell your friends to refrain from posting anything about you or tagging you in photos on social media — past, present, or future. If you see the need to delete anything from your accounts, ask your attorney fi rst. It could be seen as an attempt to destroy evidence.
• Don’t reply to questions from your friends or family asking about how you’re feeling.
• Don’t post photos of yourself exercising or doing anything physical.
• Don’t post any medical information or anything from your attorney.
• Don’t post “check-ins.”
• Don’t accept “friend” or “follow” requests from people you don’t know.
• Don’t bad-mouth the insurance company.
• Don’t defend your actions during the accident.
• Don’t send texts or private messages.
• Don’t lie, especially about when events occurred. Everything online is timestamped and can be used against you.
• Contact R.C. Shea & Associates If You Have Been Injured
If you’re the victim of an accident then choosing the right personal injury lawyer is the most important decision you will make. At R.C. Shea & Associates, a fi rm with over 35 year of experience, a Certified Civil Trial Layer will handle your case. There’s nothing to lose and everything to gain by scheduling a free consultation. Contact us now to get started.(732) 505-1212.
Independence Day Celebration
HOWELL – Howell Township’s Independence Day Celebration will be held on July 2 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. at Soldier Memorial Park.
Free event. Live entertainment by Super Trans Am. Enjoy DJ, cornhole, rides, food trucks, beer & wine by The Howell PBA. All events subject to change due to the weather. For more information, contact Steven Fecher, Department of Community Relations at 732-938-4500 ext. 2106 or sfecher@twp.howell.nj.us.
Sometimes a photo doesn’t need an introduction or even a description. The one word to describe this? Cute! Local resident Mary Schantz was in the right place at the right time to capture this little family enjoying the shore. We can all give a collective “awwww!” Want to see your pics in this space? Email photos@jerseyshoreonline. com and you could be enjoying a Jersey Shore BlueClaws game – on us!
Arcadian Chorale To Perform Concert
MANALAPAN – Arcadian Chorale invites you to enjoy “Songs of the Wild,” a very special program celebrating the animal kingdom. The core work will be The Carnival of the Animals, a delightful depiction of various creatures by French composer Camille Saint-Saens. The Chorale will then sing contemporary choral works about the animals mentioned in Carnival, including lions, tigers, cuckoos, fossils, elephants, chickens, swans, and kangaroos.
This concert will also feature the World Premiere of “The Bird-Donkey” composed by the Chorale’s Musical Director, Marina Alexander. The program will be accompanied by a chamber orchestra and include recitations of the witty poems specially crafted by Ogdan Nash for each movement of Carnival.
The performance will take place on June
7 at 8 p.m. at Temple Shaari Emeth, 400 Craig Road, Manalapan.
Arcadian Chorale, an all-volunteer chorus now in its 32nd year, has continued to distinguish itself through many performances at Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and the NJPAC, and fulfills its mission of bringing great music to the local community by performing at a wide range of local venues, including the Count Basie and Two River theaters. The ensemble is a member of Monmouth Arts and the NJ Choral Consortium.
Join us for a zoological fantasy that will entertain the whole family! Tickets for General Admission are $25, Seniors $22, and Students $10. Credit cards accepted. Group rates available.
Tickets can also be purchased at arcadianchorale.org.
Veteran Lunch & Learn
JACKSON – Veteran Lunch & Learn will be held on June 17 from 3 to 5 p.m. at Oliverie Funeral Home, 125 S. Cooks Bridge Road, Jackson.
Guest speaker is Shira Tiner of Veteran Care Services. Topics include: What are my benefits as a veteran? Does the Department of Veterans Affairs
pay for a veteran’s funeral? What is my spouse eligible for?
Pre-registration to NJ Veteran Cemetery available at event. RSVP to Veteran Lunch & Learn by calling 732-719-7250. This article was brought to you by our advertisers.
Dear Pharmacist
Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
The Thoughts We Don’t Talk About: A Hidden Side Of Mental Health
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and while most conversations focus on depression or burnout, I want to address a quieter, more personal experience: the thoughts we don’t talk about.
Have you ever had an intrusive thought pop into your mind like “What if I suddenly swerve off the road?” or “What if I harm someone I love?”
These thoughts can feel jarring and even scary, but they’re surprisingly common. Most of us have them from time to time. But when they start to loop or create distress, they may point to deeper imbalances.
Intrusive thoughts are often (but not always) linked to conditions like Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) or anxiety disorders, but they can also happen to anyone during periods of high stress, hormonal shifts, or even nutritional deficiencies.
Many of these cognitive issues are related to serotonin levels, a neurotransmitter that helps regulate mood and obsessive thinking. That’s why SSRIs like Zoloft, Lexapro, or Prozac are often prescribed. It’s because they help temporarily increase serotonin activity.
But medication isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution. While SSRIs can be helpful, they take time to work and may come with side effects like digestive upset or fatigue. They are pretty much impossible to get off if you ever want to. It’s really hard to taper. And lesser-known but equally important is this: Many prescribed medications deplete vital nutrients, especially magnesium, which plays a major role in calming the brain. This is what I call the drug mugger effect.
Magnesium supports your nervous system and helps regulate GABA which is your
body’s primary calming neurotransmitter. Did you know probiotics help you manufacture GABA?
This hormone (GABA) is very high when you’re sleepy. It quiets the brain. Magnesium is a cofactor in making GABA. Low levels of magnesium lead to anxiety, muscle cramps, sleep disturbances, and even phobic reactions, like fear of flying or acrophobia, the fear of heights. During a phobic episode, your brain’s fight-or-flight response kicks in, overriding the calming effects of GABA and leaving you feeling tense, panicked, or out of control. Certain drugs, including birth control pills, antacids, and antidepressants, are “drug muggers” of magnesium, leaving you depleted and more vulnerable to mental health changes.
I often recommend chelated magnesium (for anxiety and sleep) or magnesium threonate (for cognitive support), especially for those on long-term medications. Magnesium citrate is for constipation so don’t use that form for brain health.
Progesterone is important to. This calming hormone, which naturally supports GABA production, drops dramatically after menopause, and it’s also suppressed by many hormonal contraceptives.
Whether you’re managing daily stress, hormonal shifts, or looping thoughts that won’t let go, your experience is real, and treatable. Sometimes, healing doesn’t start with a diagnosis. Sometimes, it starts with a deep breath, a little magnesium if you’re low in it, and some good information to point the way. For the longer, more comprehensive version of this article, including more natural remedies, digital overload tips, and supplement guidance, visit suzycohen.com.
(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.
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The Wildebeest - One Of The Most Remarkable Spectacles
By Renee A. Thomaier
Retired New Jersey State Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
Migrations in nature occur for the purpose of finding available food, appropriate climate, and the mating season. Migrations apply to many species of birds, some mammals on land and at sea, insects, reptiles, to name a few. To qualify as a migration, animals would travel annually or seasonally, changing their environment as part of their life. Animal migration is the most common form of ecology (a large-scale movement to a different environment).
Living in the Central, southern and eastern
Africa, places like Kenya, Botswana, Zambia, Tanzania, and Angola, the wildebeest consumes a diet of leaves, vegetation and grass. Their color can be gray, black and brown, and size can be up to a height of 5 feet. Their average lifespan is an average of 20 years in the wild. There are two species of wildebeest, black or blue, with both male and female having horns. The horns are long and curved and are used to fight for territory rights and to fend off predators.
The wildebeest is a social, territorial animal. The rainy season in Africa occurs at different times depending upon the location. After months of dry, hot weather, rain will
arrive. It is after the rainy season that the wildebeest migration will begin. They leave the area in search of greener pastures to graze. Migrating with the wildebeest are the gazelle and zebra.
More than 1.5 million wildebeest will take on the journey of migrating literally hundreds of miles to find food and water. Note that not all wildebeest will migrate. Somewhere around 200,000 wildebeests, to include zebras, will die from disease, others will starve. Approximately 6,250 wildebeests drown yearly in the Mara River, representing 0.5% of the herd. This number does not include those who are killed by predators like
crocodiles, lions, buzzards and cheetahs, to name a few. Sad as this sounds, the loss of these animals is nature’s way of supporting the ecosystem with the decomposition of corpses.
The wildebeest has a conservation status of least concern.
I gathered the information for this article from multiple sources so statistics may vary slightly. To reach me please call 732-244-2768. It’s illegal to possess, relocate, or cause harm to wildlife for any reason. Managing wildlife without the proper state/federal permits is illegal. Violating laws protecting wildlife is punishable by law.
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FUN & GAMES SUDOKU
CROSSWORD PUZZLE
Across 1 Tools with teeth 6 Geocaching device 9 Did a face-plant 14 “This really matters to me” 16 First name in country
17 Keep on keeping on 18 Like a misty pond after dark
19 Genre that includes dubstep 20 Dudes 21 Vegetable in a yellow pod
23 “So true!” 25 Color of rambutan skin 26 Contributes 27 Deli jarful 29 “The Chimpanzees I Love” author Jane 32 Showbiz “grand slam” 33 “Xanadu” band
“Lookee here!”
Tipping point
For the time __
Tedious routine
1 Like a yellow papaya
2 Scored on a serve
3 Spiritual path of action
4 Hectic hosp. areas
5 Note with a low grade, perhaps
6 Narrow valley
7 “__ favor”
8 Slow-boiled
9 “Don’t live life without it” card co.
10 Event for minor leaguers?
11 Blundered
12 Poem that inspired Pat Barker’s “The Women of Troy”
13 Freezing temps
15 Get payback for
22 Very little
24 Sport with pit stops, in Britain
25 Digs out, or what can be found in four long Down answers?
27 Dim sum, e.g.
28 City southeast of New Delhi
30 Fútbol cheer
31 Necklace shipped with ice packs
35 Lab animal with white fur
36 Markers
37 Becomes inedible
39 Maiden name indicator
41 Billiards stick
44 “The Prisoner’s Wife” author Bandele
46 Sprawling property
49 Shirt feature 51 Reef explorer’s gear
52 Made sharper
53 28-Down’s country
56 Podcast moderators
58 Slight lead
59 Soft “Look over here!”
61 Divine circle
62 Clive of “Monsieur Spade”
65 Sun Devils sch.
66 Airport org. that approves some locks
FOR THE WEEK OF MAY 31 - JUNE 6 BY
ARIES (March 21-April 19): In the coming weeks, you might zero in on what lights you up. Tasks may not feel like a burden as you discover ways to make them fulfilling on multiple levels. You might come up with innovative ideas and make new friends along the way.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): A new person or fascinating creative project could captivate you soon. Your ability to make sense of uncertainty could keep you grounded, perhaps allowing you to soon make smart, no-stringsattached financial choices.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Someone else might steal the spotlight while you handle all the heavy lifting. Wait until at least Friday, then consider highlighting your contributions and skills to ensure your efforts are being properly noticed.
CANCER (June 21-July 22): Staying in control and tracking all the details may be the most comfortable position for you, but you might benefit if you embrace a little random in your life. It can be challenging to find new ideas if you never stray from your routine.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Hold tight to your big-picture goals; don’t get sidetracked by a shiny distraction. Try to find it in your heart to accept offers or apologies from friends. Opportunities might arise that can boost your prosperity or put you and a partner in a better position.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Your outgoingness could feel enhanced, possibly increasing your eagerness for exploration. Your enthusiasm may have got some serious muscle behind it, and you’re raring to go. Always be cool, kind, and considerate in conversation.
JERALDINE SAUNDERS
OMARR’S ASTROLOGICAL FORECAST
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You might face a matrix of choices in the week to come. There may be a choice of the red pill of full knowledge or the blue pill of blissful ignorance. Peace of mind depends on your reaction to what you learn and who gives you feedback.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Wisdom can be subjective. When deciding on your next business step, or career maneuver you might lean on collective insights. When it comes to your romantic life, learn from others but also observe your own patterns.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21):
Your talents might have raised expectations, but now everyone could expect more. While it may be flattering, it can also be a burden. Helping others learn how to succeed may ease your workload and increase everyone’s success.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19):
Your social circle may expand thanks to extra activities that could bring exciting changes and opportunities. Sharing your creative ideas with others could earn you recognition for ingenuity and enthusiasm in the week ahead.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Over the next few weeks romance, passion, and affection might feel like powerful driving forces in multiple areas of your life. New goals might take shape, painting a brighter future. Remain patient and gentle with your loved ones.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): As the week progresses, you may face pressure from others to rethink your spending habits. Ponder on ways to exercise caution with purchases and balance spontaneity with sound judgment. Follow the lead of your peer group.
SERIOUSLY SIMPLE: A PERFECT PICNIC SALAD
Diane Rossen Worthington
ASIAN SHREDDED CHICKEN SALAD
