Manchester Day Enjoys Perfect Weather And A Big Crowd
By Bob Vosseller
By Bob Vosseller MANCHESTER
– While the weather looked a little questionable the day before, Manchester Day enjoyed a perfect day this year.
The annual event returned to Harry Wright Lake offering up a wide variety of entertainment.
Recreation Director Tracey Lynch put together the event without a hitch. She confided though that she did a lot of praying for good weather. Just 24 hours earlier there was a prediction for rain and
the chance of thunderstorms hitting the area but thankfully that forecast changed.
New Commander Installed At Joint Base
By Bob Vosseller
LAKEHURST – The Joint Base now has a new leader following a recent Change of Command ceremony.
U.S. Air Force Col. Michael D. Stefanovic assumed command of both Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst and the 87th Air Base Wing, succeeding Col. Anthony L. Smith. The cer-
emony brought together service members, civilian employees, local officials and community partners to recognize Smith’s service and mark the formal transfer of leadership.
In his two roles, Smith oversaw support for more than 80 mission partners at the Defense Department’s (Commander - See Page 15)
MANCHESTER
– It was noted during a recent Township Council meeting that the Police Department was nearing the completion of its re-accreditation through the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police (NJSACOP). Accreditation is a voluntary process when the department follows the best practices of police throughout the state. It’s a time-consuming and work-intensive application to ensure that all the policies and procedures are being followed.
A team of NJSACOP assessors came out to the Manchester Police headquarters to examine all aspects of the department’s policies and procedures, management, operations, and support services.
Police Chief Antonio Ellis reported that “verification by the team that the Manchester Township Police Department meets the Commission’s ‘best practice’ standards is part of a voluntary process to achieve accreditation, a highly prized recognition of law enforcement professional excellence.”
“Our agency first achieved accreditation in 2013 and has since taken tremendous pride in maintaining the distinction. The Manchester Police Accreditation team, led by Lt. David Fusaro, spent several months preparing for the re-accreditation process by meticulously curating a selection of documents and completing other tasks to establish that our agency is in compliance with the NJSACOP LEAP standards,” the chief added.
Chief Ellis explained that “Accreditation is an important achievement for the Manchester Police, as it means “greater accountability within the agency.” He noted accreditation results
(Police - See Page 4)
Radio Club Connects To The World – Without The Internet
By Stephanie Faughnan
HOWELL – Just minutes before the official start of a global radio communications exercise, Scott Thompson keyed up his transmitter and heard a familiar crackle. The voice on the other end came not from across town, but across continents - Brazil, to be exact. It was the perfect warm-up for what lay ahead: a 24-hour
whirlwind known as Field Day, where amateur radio enthusiasts like Thompson connect with others across the globe using only emergency power, antennas, and good old-fashioned technical know-how.
For the fifth consecutive year, the Ocean-Monmouth Amateur Radio Club (OMARC) set up (Radio Club - See Page 7)
US Air Force Photos By Jewaun McElroy
U.S. Air Force Col. Michael Stefanovic addresses the crowd after taking command of Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst and the 87th Air Base Wing.
Photos by Bob Vosseller Pick a duck from the pool and win a prize. Things were just ducky at this attraction at Manchester Day.
A child climbs on the popular rock climbing attraction.
(Manchester Day - See Page 5)
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risk and liability exposure, stronger defense against civil lawsuits, increased community advocacy, and “more confidence in
The Accreditation Program Director for the
New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police is Harry J Delgado, who explained “the assessment team is composed of law enforcement practitioners from similar New Jersey law enforcement agencies. The assessors review written materials, interview agency members, and visit offices and other places where compliance with the standards can be observed.” After they complete their review of the agency,
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Ellis commended Mayor Joseph Hankins for his “continued support and the members of the Township Council who enable the department to provide “exemplary service to our residents, which is reflected through our commitment to maintaining the prestigious distinction of accreditation through the NJSACOP.”
Water Meter Replacement
In other news, the township Department of Utilities will be performing a water meter replacement project in the Eastern Service Area. Those who receive notice should be advised it is from the township’s contractor and is authorized by the municipality.
Ordinances Under Review
Resident Frank Novick of Hangar Road questioned proposed ordinances #25-19 and #25-20 that concern land use development and amends the zoning map. Both ordinances were tabled until a July 14 council meeting. Council President Roxy Conniff explained that the township Planning Board needed to review those ordinances further.
Novick asked why those particular parcels were selected to which Township Business Administrator Carl Block responded, “the owner requested it. Only change is allowed use. PB-1 zone is multi-use. This is a use change, not a design request. That will go to the Planning Board.”
Every piece of land in town has certain uses that are allowed. If a property owner wants to use the property in a way that’s not allowed,
they have to apply to the town to get it changed.
“On August 25, 2022, we fought this. Now you want a multi-use zone on a dead-end street?” Novick asked.
Block said, “I believe the developer is trying to obtain property on Route 571 for frontage. I will recommend getting a head start on this by requesting a buffer zone between residential homes.”
The resident said “we spoke to the developer, and he originally wanted houses there, but now he keeps changing plans.”
Next Year’s Big Celebration
Resident Joe Markowski of Eleanor Road noted that “a few meetings ago, someone (resident Rory Wells) spoke regarding the 250 Anniversary of the nation.” America’s 250th anniversary will be celebrated on July 4, 2026, marking 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
This milestone event will be a year-long celebration, starting in April 2025, with various events and initiatives planned across the nation.
Markowski asked, “Is someone working on it?
I wanted to know what the township is doing?”
“Our community wanted to do something but was hoping to do something in conjunction with the town,” Markowski added.
Mayor Joseph Hankins said he spoke to the public works director, (Albert Yodakis) “and he is working on something.”
Block asked, “what is your group interested in doing?”
Markowski said, “We are not sure yet.”
Councilwoman Michele Zolezi made a recommendation. “Maybe the council president can put a committee together.”
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“I don’t think I slept at all this week,” Lynch told The Manchester Times. “Watching the weather was pretty nerve wracking. I was in the mayor’s office and said, I really don’t know if we’ll be able to pull off the event or if we’ll have to cancel the fireworks. Today though we have sunshine and no real wind. It is turning out to be a beautiful day.”
The band Kickin’ Wing performed on stage in the evening. “They are here the whole night with us. We have 29 craft vendors 14 food vendors, 21 non-profit and sponsor groups. We have children’s rides, inflatables, a rock climbing wall.”
There were also games for families. Prizes included gift baskets donated by various businesses in town and gift certificates. An obstacle course, a K-9 demo and Master Manny’s Kum Sum Martial Arts demonstration were part of the activities. A DWI simulation provided by law enforcement agencies was done where people put goggles on to mimic the sensation of being an impaired driver.
“The Sheriff’s Department is here with a SWAT truck. We have a police table, dispatch is going to be here as well. Whiting Fire Company will be joining us, our police, our career fire department is here as well. We have a lot going on,” Lynch said. That also included EMS representatives and members of the Mayor’s Veterans Advisory Board that was busy promoting the Hometown Heroes program.
A new feature was the decorated archway that attendees walked through which on the
flip side thanked them for coming. “We had this for Christmas in the Pines so we decided to keep it up and decorate it for Manchester Day to make it a little festive here. We did a whole beach theme this year. We also have our summer concert series coming up including a Hawaiian Luau on August 8, the same group as last year. I will be posting everything that is coming up,” she added.
Early arrivals included the mother and daughter duo of Connie Dixon who is 91-years-young and has lived in the township for over 50 years and her daughter Frederica Warren.
“I live right down the street here in Whiting,” Dixon said. “It is a nice day here in Whiting. I live in one of the villages.”
“I live in Manchester proper but it’s all Manchester,” her daughter added.
The two set up their chairs under a tree to catch some shade and had a prime spot in front of the stage area where the first event included a hula hoop contest.
Dixon said the two were regulars to the event and enjoy the summer concert series provided by the Recreation Department. As for Manchester Day, they said what they enjoy best is the music.
“We’ve never been disappointed,” Warren added. “The weather has always been great. We get here early. We get here before anyone sets up.”
Confetti exploded out of devices held by Mayor Joseph Hankins, and Council members James Vaccaro, Craig Wallis and Sandy Drake to open up the event.
Lynch thanked the many sponsors for the day before the mayor and council shot out the colorful confetti into the air at the stage. A few had
some minor problems launching their confetti but that was all part of the fun.
Among the many churches, businesses, civic organizations and political groups was the Navy League of the United States. Township resident Vincent Norman Robinson serves as the secretary for the New Jersey Council of the group. He joined Council President Daniel A. Dermer and Fernando Rivera at the organization’s table during the day.
This marked the first time the Navy League New Jersey Council was present for Manchester Day. The Navy League of the US was created by President Teddy Roosevelt in 1902 and has over 25,000 members across the country.
The state council is the largest and most active of all the Navy League Councils and supports all of the U.S. Coast Guard Cutters and stations in central and northern New Jersey and seeks to extend that support to Cape May and Atlantic City in the immediate future.
The organization supports all U.S. sea services and has three missions: to enhance the morale
of active-duty personnel and their families; to inform Congress and the American public on the importance of strong sea services; and to support youth through programs such as the Naval Sea Cadet Corps, Junior ROTC and Young Marines.
Geri Oliverie was present with staff members of Oliverie Funeral Home to promote several upcoming events. She noted that a “Lunch and Learn Preneed Seminar” will be held from 1-3 p.m. at the Wisteria Jackson Township location, that will include a free lunch on August 5.
A Blood Drive will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Oliverie Funeral Home in Manchester hosted by the American Red Cross. To schedule an appointment, visit RedCrossBlood. org and use sponsor code: Oliverie or call 732-657-4900.
Part of the day’s entertainment included free swimming in the lake and children and adults enjoyed beating the heat with a cool swim during the day as lifeguards were on duty. The day wrapped up with fireworks.
Photo by Bob Vosseller
Manchester Day at Harry Wright Lake Park.
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Continued From Page 1 camp at Echo Lake Park, transforming the tranquil setting into a buzzing communications hub for the Amateur Radio Relay League (ARRL) Field Day Operation. The event began at 2 p.m. Saturday and ran straight through to Sunday afternoon.
“We do this every year,” said Thompson. “So, if there’s an emergency like Sandy, we can provide assistance and communications.” And they have. During Superstorm Sandy, when phone lines and cell towers failed, ham radio operators stepped in to bridge critical communication gaps.
Operating Off The Grid
OMARC’s Field Day station ran entirely on emergency power, utilizing batteries and solar energy. One section of the park near the gazebo was reserved for Morse code transmissions - a nod to amateur radio’s early roots.
Club member Joe Kruszewski pointed out that the team was operating under the classification “Four Alpha,” meaning they had four working stations set up for emergency conditions in a remote location. Three were positioned side-by-side inside the pavilion; the fourth was the Morse code station by the lake.
Kruszewski said that Thompson was operating as part of an unofficial station and making use of a satellite antenna set up inside near him. It turns out that timing is everything when it comes to satellite relays.
“You have to check when the satellite passes over,” Kruszewski explained. “It only stays in range for about 15 minutes in an arc. You use
one frequency to send the signal up and then constantly change the receiving frequency as it comes back down - because of the Doppler effect.”
That’s the same phenomenon that makes a train whistle change pitch as it passes. In radio terms, it means constantly adjusting equipment during the brief transmission window - usually with two people coordinating the signal.
A Modern Twist
Field Day is ham radio’s annual open house. Since 1933, thousands of licensed operators across North America have taken part in the event, which combines elements of emergency preparedness, community outreach, technical skill, and public service.
This year’s Field Day was especially significant, with meteorologists predicting a highly active hurricane season. For many amateur radio operators - also known as “hams” - this weekend exercise is more than practice. It’s a mission.
“Hams have a long history of stepping in during disasters,” said Thompson. “We don’t need cell towers or the internet. We can be set up and on the air within minutes, anywhere.”
To drive that point home, Thompson spoke about Windlink, a newer technology that allows people to send emails via ham radio - especially useful during infrastructure failures.
“During hurricanes in places like North Carolina, people use Windlink to send emails to loved ones saying, ‘I’m okay,’” he said.
Field Day isn’t just about emergency preparedness - it’s also an opportunity to educate and engage the public. Throughout the week-
end, passersby had the opportunity to stop by OMARC’s site to watch demonstrations and ask questions.
One of the critical takeaways is the fact that amateur radio operators must pass written tests covering electronics, regulations, and safety protocols to earn their licenses. And as the word “amateur” suggests, operators cannot be paid for their services - making the entire operation a labor of passion and public service.
“We’re all volunteers,” said Thompson, who retired after a career as a security engineer at a major pharmaceutical company. “But in an emergency, we’re some of the first to help.”
In fact, Thompson’s experience goes back 50 years. Before moving further south, he volunteered with emergency management services in Springfield Township in Union County, bringing along his radio expertise.
Reaching Beyond Borders
OMARC was one of 1,536 groups participating in Field Day this year. Other New Jersey clubs mapped out their locations as far north as Sussex County and as far south as Cape May.
All contacts made during the 24-hour period count toward a global ranking system, which adds a friendly competitive edge to the weekend.
“It’s kind of a contest,” Thompson admitted, “but the real goal is to learn to operate under abnormal conditions.”
Participants attempted to connect across multiple radio bands - from 160 meters all the way up to 50 MHz and higher. But each contact had to be made by live operators on
both sides of the line, whether by voice, Morse code, or digital signal.
Field Day lasts for 24 hours with some so dedicated they manage to pull all-nighters. Others grab a couple of hours’ sleep in their cars.
OMARC currently has about 40 active members, most between the ages of 55 and 75. While the field remains male-dominated, club members said they were especially excited to welcome a recent college graduate - a young woman - to the team.
Ham radio - often affectionately known as “ham” thanks to folklore about early telegraphers - continues to attract hobbyists, engineers, and even celebrities. Comedian Tim Allen, guitarist Joe Walsh of the Eagles, former FEMA director Craig Fugate, and Nobel Prize winner Joe Taylor are among its licensed practitioners. Astronauts aboard the International Space Station and SpaceX Dragon also hold amateur radio crisis.
Photo by Stephanie Faughnan Ocean-Monmouth Amateur Radio Club (OMARC) President Scott Thompson was on the radio communicating with Brazil before the Field Day event began.
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The Reason We Don’t Name Some People In The Paper
While we strive to provide all possible information in our articles, there are many times that we choose not to name people in the paper.
The most important reason is privacy. For example, there was a story I wrote recently about homelessness. Some people spoke at a Toms River Township Council meeting and they said into the microphone their name and that they were homeless.
I chose not to repeat their names. What would happen a few years from now, when they have a steady place to live and are applying for a job? The
Fight Vs Wind Mills Not Over Yet
Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind has asked to terminate its multi-billion dollar subsidy award to Project 1 off the southern coast of New Jersey. But What Does It Mean?
We see the move as good news because if the NJ Board of Public Utilities (BPU) rescinds the Offshore Wind Renewable Energy Certificate (OREC) Award for Project 1, there will be no longer be a State commitment behind any offshore wind project directly off the coast of Long Beach Island (LBI).
future employer searches their name and it comes up as “So-and-so, who is homeless.” That would jeopardize any prospects they could have for decades. The internet is forever.
Another privacy example is when students at Central Regional High School spoke at Board of Education meetings a few years back about bullying they endured. Sometimes, they even said why they were bullied – because of their sexual preference, for example. That’s not something that should be part of the permanent record.
A lot of international media
didn’t feel the same way as me, and splashed the kids’ names all over the world. That’s within their right to do so, but it shows a lack of character on the part of the reporters.
In both of these examples, these individuals chose to put that information out into the world. That doesn’t mean that they should be held to that for the rest of their lives.
The First Amendment is something that can be pretty all-or-nothing for a lot of people. Reporters, obviously, protect it and cite it when they do something.
But, to paraphrase “Juras-
sic Park,” “just because you can do something doesn’t mean you should do it.”
The law states that everything that happens at a public meeting is able to be published. But we should still be judicious in it.
I was at an Ocean Gate meeting about 20 years ago when a member of the Borough Council said “This is not for the public record.”
He said it into the microphone. At a public meeting. That’s…not how that works. But it wasn’t anything worth writing about anyway.
Once, one of my competitors didn’t catch the name of a woman who spoke at a
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meeting and simply referred to her as “a middle-aged woman.” She was not happy about that.
Another reason we don’t name people is much more boring. We get photos from schools and nonprofits all the time. The people in the photos are often not named. It would be a huge undertaking to reach out to the school or club or nonprofit and ask them who everyone is, and to make sure the names are spelled correctly. That’s something that a small newspaper just doesn’t have the time to do. The school staff – or whoever we got the info from – also
In its filing, Atlantic Shores cited the Administration’s recent Wind Directive and the loss of its Clean Air Act permit (which Save LBI was instrumental in securing) as key reasons for the action, though, in truth, the BPU award is of little value now because it does not provide enough subsidy funding to make the project profitable under current conditions.
What it does do is clear the way for Atlantic Shores to come back at a later date and request a new, higher OREC award for the Atlantic Shores South Project 1 and Project 2, which would locate 200 wind turbines along the coast between Atlantic City and Southern
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LBI. It appears Atlantic Shores CEO Joris Veldhoven had this in mind when he told the Asbury Park Press that its filing with the Board of Public Utilities “marks the close of a chapter, but not the end for Atlantic Shores.”
So, while this is another clear victory for Save LBI, our fight isn’t over.
We will continue to battle, including on multiple litigation fronts, until federal regulators or a court overturns Atlantic Shores’ prior approvals. And our fight will not be over until the Atlantic Shores South and North leases are cancelled.
Toward that end, Save LBI has also petitioned the administration to reconsider the Biological Opinion Endangered Species Act approval given to the project based on new information involving operational turbine noise impact on marine mammal migration.
It has petitioned the administration to revise the rules for granting any future lease area awards and approving projects to ensure that those decisions are made with much more support and scrutiny.
It has petitioned the administration to create a
turbine-free corridor along the East Coast to protect the migration of the critically endangered North Atlantic right whale.
And it will soon be submitting a petition to the administration to suspend all activities at or related to the Atlantic Shores lease area, which is a precursor to cancelling the lease.
Bob Stern, Ph.D. Co-Founder and President
Save LBI
Chris Smith Needs To Fight For Us
I am writing as a resident of Jackson, NJ. I’m calling on Representative Chris Smith to do more to prioritize our health, climate, and future. This includes: Stopping efforts to repeal the Inflation Reduction Act’s climate and clean energy policies that will put us on a path to cut climate pollution 40 percent by 2030, create 9 million jobs, and lower energy prices. Blocking the Trump administration and unelected billionaire Elon Musk from cutting vital government programs and staff to pay
for tax cuts for the wealthy. Resisting attempts to eliminate various environmental protection laws.
As a healthcare professional, these issues have a huge impact on me as my patients require healthy environment and clean air and water to stay healthy. My community has benefited from the inflation reduction act and clean energy jobs have been created in it I urge Representative Chris Smith to protect people in our community over corporate polluters. We need you to fight for us!
Laura Marchetti-Schein Jackson
Defending
I can only reinforce and expand upon the response of Chris Smith’s office those who criticize his support of the present Administration’s efforts to rein in our bloated federal budget. Does anyone run their home finances as recklessly and wastefully as our Washington establishment does? Do any business owners conduct their affairs by constantly kicking the proverbial can
doesn’t have time for that. I have received angry emails from parents who wanted their child’s name in the paper along with their photo. And there is one resident of Ocean County who writes me anonymously taking me to task for not doing my due diligence in naming everyone in the photos. Whoever you are, this editorial is mostly for you. Thank you for reading and thank you for expecting a high standard in journalism.
Chris Lundy News Editor
down the road as regularly as DC does? We are in big financial trouble with a 36 TRILLION DOLLAR BILL to be paid off. The process of doing so means pain....just as an extended hospital stay to treat an aggressive disease can be painful. But that pain is ultimately a long range cure. It is sad that we have become a nation of dependency on the federal government to solve our problems and woes. We need a reset to a “can do” attitude where grit and resourcefulness are our FIRST response to problems. Where neighbors and friends and family are the fi rst to pitch in at times of need. Read some history - the city of Chicago was rebuilt after the devastating fire of 1871 without a dime of FEMA money. There was no FEMA. But there was community fi rst and foremost.
Read the last words of recently deceased Representative Mia Love of Utah. That is the vision of a self-reliant America that makes me proud to be an American.
David Friedman Lakewood
Chris Smith
Local WWII Soldiers, Family Honored At Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - New Jersey resident and WWII Army Ranger Veteran, John Wardell was featured at the prestigious Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony for the United States Army Rangers of World War II held in the U.S. Capitol.
One of only two surviving Army Rang-
er veterans to attend the ceremony, PFC Wardell joined the Rangers in 1944, fought in several battles and is a Purple Heart recipient. John, who lives in Point Pleasant, will turn 100 next month.
In 2022, Rep. Smith supported the legislation, S 1872, (PL 117-132) which mandated the award on behalf of Congress for the United States Army Rangers Veterans in recognition of their dedicated service during WWII.
Also attending the ceremony was Middletown Committeeman Ryan Clarke, along with his family, honoring his wife
Kristen’s grandfather, William Henry Kwasnicki (now deceased), a WWII Ranger who was wounded three times, received the Purple Heart and also received the Silver Star for gallantry in action on D-Day.
Renee Lomell, the daughter of Toms River war hero Second Lieutenant Leonard “Bud” Lomell also attended the ceremony on behalf of her family and deceased dad.
As a First Sergeant, 2LT Lomell, landed at Pointe du Hoc, Normandy, on D-Day, and successfully scaled the cliffs, despite a withering German defensive barrage.
First Sergeant Lomell subsequently received a battlefield promotion to Second Lieutenant, and was awarded some of the
Army’s highest honors, including the Distinguished Service Cross, Purple Heart, and Silver Star.
“The United States is especially indebted to the service, bravery and heroism of those who defended freedom in World War II,” said Congressman Chirs Smith.
“John Wardell and his fellow Army Rangers fought with unmatched courage and tenacity, under the most difficult conditions, met the enemy head on overcoming ferocious defenses while leading the invasion of Europe to ultimately secure victory and peace. We are forever grateful to these heroes and their extended family members for their sacrifice and service to our nation.”
Bill Would Publicize Digital Currency Gains Of Elected O cials
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Andy Kim (D-NJ) joined Senator Adam Schiff (D-CA) and eight Democratic Senators in introducing the Curbing Officials’ Income and Nondisclosure (COIN) Act to enact commonsense guardrails to prevent the fi nancial exploitation of digital assets by public officials, including the president and their immediate family.
This legislation follows recent White House financial disclosure reporting revealing that President Trump raked in $57.3 million from his crypto venture with World Liberty Financial in 2024.
“Americans deserve to have full faith in their public officials. From meme coins to NFTs, we need to set the necessary guardrails to root out corruption, stop those in power from exploiting digital assets, and rebuild this sacred trust between government and the American people,” said Senator Andy Kim.
“President Donald Trump’s cryptocurrency dealings have raised significant ethical, legal and constitutional concerns over his use of the office of the presidency to enrich himself and his family. That’s why I am introducing legislation to prevent the financial exploitation of any digital assets by public officials,
including the president and the First Family. We need far greater scrutiny of the president’s financial dealings, and to stop him and any other politician from profiting off of such schemes,” said Senator Adam Schiff.
The COIN Act includes critical reforms to safeguard against public officials exploiting digital assets for their own personal profits. Specifically, this legislation would amend the Ethics in Government Act of 1978 to prohibit public officials – including the president, vice president, high-ranking executive branch employees and special government employees, and Members of Congress –from issuing, sponsoring, or endorsing digital assets, including meme coins, NFTs, or stablecoins. This prohibition covers 180 days prior to and 2 years after an individuals’ service. It also extends to individuals’ immediate family members.
It would require public officials to include digital assets in their annual financial disclosures and periodic transaction reports.
It would codify that the issuance, purchase, sale or holding of digital assets are considered financial interests public officials must consider when recusing themselves from official matters under the criminal conflict of interest statute.
Stablecoin issuers would have to certify quarterly with the Office of Government Ethics and regulators that public officials are not personally profiting from the issuance
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of such stablecoins to receive regulatory approval.
The Government Accountability Office would submit to Congress within 360 days a report with recommendations to update federal ethics laws to incorporate future regulatory frameworks related to digital assets.
This legislation is also cosponsored by U.S. Senators Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.), Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.), Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.), Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.), Elissa Slotkin (D-Mich.), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) and Angela Alsobrooks (D-Md.).
The bill is endorsed by Public Citizen, the Project on Government Oversight, Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington (CREW), and Democracy Defenders Action. Senator Kim has prioritized work to combat corruption in government and politics since coming to Congress, including campaign finance reform, restoring the full strength of the Voting Rights Act, and through introducing legislation as a member of the House to ban senior officials across the three branches of federal government from trading individual stocks. Before being elected to the U.S. Senate, Kim represented New Jersey’s Third Congressional District in the U.S. House and was a career public servant working in national security and diplomacy at the White House, State Department, and Pentagon.
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Manchester Library July Programs For Adults
MANCHESTER – The Ocean County Library Manchester Branch is offering a full slate of programs for adults and seniors throughout July, featuring educational workshops, historical performances, and opportunities for social connection. Highlights include:
• July 14 and 17 at 2 p.m. – Having Fun with Sign Language for Adults offers a twopart workshop teaching basic sign language in an informal environment.
• July 15 at 2 p.m. – Spiritual teacher and author Rosemarie Rubinetti-Cappiello presents The Five Love Languages, a workshop focused on improving relation-
& Seniors
ships through understanding emotional communication.
• July 16 at 2 p.m. – The Spirit of Lindbergh, performed by actor Neill Hartley, brings to life Charles Lindbergh’s 1927 transatlantic flight, followed by a Q&A session.
• July 23 at 2 p.m. – Better Battery Life provides practical tips to extend the battery life of everyday electronic devices.
Additional programs are also planned. Registration is required for most events. To register or learn more, call 732-657-7600 or visit theoceancountylibrary.org/events.
BofStA Chapter Launches Weekly Bible Study At St. Stephen’s
WHITING – The BofStA chapter is hosting a weekly Bible study at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church. Sessions will be held every Tuesday from 4:30 to 6 p.m. in the parish hall or, if unavailable, in the sanctuary. The free study will cover all 66 books of the Bible in a systematic and methodical format, progressing at the pace of the group. Breaks
The Manchester Branch is located at 21 Colonial Drive, Manchester Township. will be scheduled periodically throughout the year to allow for rest.
Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with the Bible through both audio and online formats.
For more information, contact BofStA Chapter Director Bill Bodine at 848-2104206 via call, text or email.
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Manchester Township School District Announces 2025–2026 Orientation Schedule
MANCHESTER — The Manchester Township School District has released its orientation schedule for the 2025–2026 academic year, providing new and returning students and families with important dates to prepare for the upcoming school year.
Manchester Township High School will offer school tours on August 21 from 9–11 a.m. and 3–5 p.m., and again on August 28 from 3–5 p.m.
Manchester Township Middle School will host sixth-grade orientation on August 20, broken into time slots by last name:
A–G at 9 a.m.
H–O at 11 a.m.
P–Z at 1 p.m.
Manchester Township Elementary School orientations are scheduled for August 28: Preschool at 8:30 a.m.
Kindergarten at 10:30 a.m.
New students at 1 p.m.
Ridgeway Elementary School will hold its sessions on August 26:
Preschool at 8:30 a.m.
Kindergarten at 10:30 a.m.
New students at 1 p.m.
Whiting Elementary School orientations will be held August 27:
Preschool at 8:30 a.m.
Kindergarten at 10 a.m.
New students at 1 p.m.
Regional Day School orientations will be scheduled individually with new families. The district encourages families to attend these sessions to help ease the transition into the new school year and to meet staff, tour facilities, and receive essential information.
Crestwood Village II Travel Club Plans Trip To Arthur Avenue
WHITING – The Crestwood Village II Travel Club will host a day trip to Arthur Avenue in the Bronx on October 14, offering residents a chance to explore one of New York’s most authentic Italian neighborhoods.
Arthur Avenue is known for its family-owned shops selling fresh breads, cheeses, pastas, and Italian specialties, as well as the popular Arthur Avenue Market.
The bus will depart from Harmony Hall Clubhouse at 9 a.m., with boarding begin-
ning at 8:45 a.m. The return trip boards at 3 p.m. and departs at 3:15 p.m.
Tickets are $55 and include transportation and a driver tip. Sales will take place in the Harmony Hall Activities Room on Wednesdays from 9:30 to 11 a.m., beginning August 6 through September 24. A minimum of 40 participants is required. Refunds will only be issued if the trip is canceled.
For more information, contact Linda Hill at 732-716-1928.
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St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church To Host A Day Mission Retreat
WHITING – The Order of St Luke Healing Ministry and Brotherhood of St. Andrew Chapter at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church - Whiting, will host a day mission retreat on July 19 from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Suggested donation is $10 per person, which will cover all activities, including breakfast and lunch for the day. Please join us, pray, reflect, meditate, and enjoy talks of inspiration, uplift, and enlightenment by our Keynote Speaker - Rev. Charles Lochner! And you will have the time for quiet and intimate prayer, study, and reflection on how Jesus Christ influences your life.
The day will feature the popular Christian band Celebrate and will end with a superb and enjoyable healing service with communion. We invite everyone of all ages and denominations to join us for
this grand event! Bring your loved ones, families, friends, and neighbors to our church, and you will walk away with the true value and meaning of Jesus Christ in your life!
If you would like to attend, send the church your $10 donation payable to: Brotherhood of St. Andrew at St Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 180 Route 539 Whiting, NJ - ATTN: Bill Bodine - BofStA Chapter Director/OSL Co-Convener. Free will offering baskets will also be available for any additional donations.
For further details and information, call Bill Bodine - BofStA Chapter Director at 848-210-4206 or email to: wbodine3@ gmail.com. Stefanie Bodine - Senior Warden & OSL Co-Convener at 732-2784846. Or St. Stephen’s Whiting Parish Office at 732-350-2121.
Manchester Announces July Activities For Seniors
MANCHESTER – The Manchester Senior Social program will offer a full schedule of events throughout July 2025, providing local seniors with opportunities for recreation, creativity and wellness.
Game Day will be held at Manchester Town Hall’s Civic Center, 1 Colonial Drive, on July 10 at 1 p.m., and again at the Whiting Annex, 82 Lacey Road, on July 14 at 1 p.m.
Ceramics sessions are scheduled for July 25 at the Civic Center and July 28 at the Whiting Annex, both starting at 1 p.m. Chair yoga will take place at the Civic Center at 10:30 a.m. on Fridays—July 11, 18, and 25.
Participants are encouraged to register by calling 732-849-8305. The events are funded in part by a grant from the Ocean County Board of Commissioners.
Christ Lutheran Church Heading To e BlueClaws
WHITING – Christ Lutheran Church is organizing a group outing to the Jersey Shore BlueClaws baseball game on August 7, and is inviting those interested to attend. Gates open at 6 p.m. and the first pitch is scheduled for 7:05 p.m.
Tickets are $18 and include a hot dog,
soda, ice cream, and a voucher for a future game in the boardwalk area. Parking is additional, and carpooling is encouraged. Tickets are on sale now through July 17. For more information or to purchase tickets, call the church office at 732350-0900.
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Whiting Village 5
Announces Summer And Fall Entertainment Lineup
WHITING – Village 5 has announced a full lineup of music and entertainment events running from July through September at the community’s clubhouse, 325 Schoolhouse Road.
DJ Johnny will kick off the summer series on July 12, spinning tunes from 7 to 11 p.m. Admission is $10 in advance or $12 at the door, with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. Light refreshments including soda, snacks, dessert, and coffee or tea will be served.
On August 1, DJ Billy Phillips will provide music from 7 to 11 p.m., with the same admission and refreshments.
A Rod Stewart tribute by Tommy Edward is scheduled for August 13, from 6 to 9 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $12 and must be purchased in advance; no tickets will be sold at the door. The cutoff
date for ticket sales is August 6.
On September 5, the band Wild Rose will perform from 7 to 11 p.m., with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. Admission is $10 in advance or $12 at the door. The event includes snacks, soda, coffee, tea, and dessert.
Wrapping up the season is a Beatles tribute by Re-Live the Beatles on September 12, from 6 to 9 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 and non-refundable unless the event is canceled. Attendees are encouraged to BYOB and bring their own food. No tickets will be sold at the door; the cutoff for purchases is August 26. Tickets for all events can be purchased on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to noon at the Village 5 Clubhouse. For more information, call Debbie at 201-618-8514.
Recreation Department eater Trip “Clue e Musical”
MANCHESTER – Tickets are still available for the August 12 Theater Trip “Clue the Musical.” Ticket price of $131 per person includes transportation, lunch and the show at Hunterdon Hills Playhouse.
Bus leaves from Soccer Field parking lot at 9:15 a.m. and lunch will be at 11 a.m. followed by show.
Contact the Recreation Department at: 732-657-8121 ext. 5102 to reserve your seat.
St. Stephen’s Dance Party
WHITING – Come and join on August 2 from 12 to 4 p.m. for a dance party for all ages. “Come and Dance Your Soul Away” – Music from DJ Michelle. Refreshments, 50/50, treasure auction, and door prizes are also available. Tick-
ets are $10. They may be purchased at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 180 Route 539, Whiting, from Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Call the office at 732-350-2121 for details.
Whiting Volunteer Fire Company Flea Market
WHITING – The Whiting Volunteer Fire Company will be having their monthly Flea Market on July 12. Doors open at 7 a.m. for vendors and 8 a.m. for shopping. Food and
drinks will be available for purchase. For more information, contact Diane Serrano at732-948-6025. The fi rehouse is located at 120 Lacey Road.
Sheri ’s O ce Honors Retiring Sergeant Shannon Dugan
TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Sheriff’s Office celebrated the retirement of Sergeant Shannon Dugan, honoring her two decades of distinguished service in law enforcement.
Sergeant Dugan began her career in the Crime Scene Unit, where she earned a reputation as an exceptional detective, working alongside multiple agencies to help solve complex cases. Following her promotion to sergeant, she was assigned to the Judicial Unit, where she supervised officers and staff responsible for courthouse security and protection.
Known for her compassion, dedication, and unwavering support of others, Dugan was widely regarded as a role model within the department. Colleagues praised her as an advocate for the underdog and a professional who led with both strength and empathy.
Dugan retires to focus on raising her two children and continuing her commitment to helping others in the community.
“Godspeed, Sgt. Shannon Dugan #128,” the Ocean County Sheriff’s PBA Local #379 said in a statement on Facebook.
Crestwood Village 5 Yard Sale
WHITING – Crestwood Village 5 residents are welcome to participate in the two-day Village-wide
The Association asks that residents do not leave unsold or unwanted items at the curb as disposal of these items are the homeowner’s responsibility.
Photo courtesy Ocean County Sheriff ’s Department Sergeant Shannon Dugan.
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only tri-service joint base, and provided mission-ready expeditionary Airmen, Guardians, and Sailors to combatant commanders in support of joint and coalition operations.
Smith also led a total force team of more than 44,000 Airmen, Soldiers, Sailors, Marines, Coast Guardsmen, civilians and family members.
Brigadier General Stephen Snelson said during the ceremony, “what sets us apart from every other nation is our joint force.” Snelson is the commander of the U.S. Air Force Expeditionary Center and was the presiding official.
“It is our joint force that makes us the most feared, revered and lethal force the world has ever seen. Together, as joint partners, we are unstoppable. Col. Smith, over the last two years, you have had the responsibility to lead this base and our joint team, and you have done so brilliantly,” Snelson said. Smith has held vital roles at the wing, center, major command, Air Force and defense agency levels. He was commissioned through Air Force Reserve Officers’ Training Corps at Fayetteville State University in 1997.
He served as Director for Financial Management and Comptroller at Headquarters Air Mobility Command, where he managed a $15 billion annual program and supported more than 800 financial managers worldwide. His awards include the Legion of Merit and the Defense Meritorious Service Medal. The outgoing commander remarked, “as Chief Wynne and I stand here, closing out two remarkable years as your wing com-
mand team, we can honestly say - it has been the honor of our career.”
Smith added, “Col. Stefanovic and Chief Conner, welcome to a remarkable base, an exceptional wing and a community that truly is like family.”
Stefanovic previously served as commander of the base’s 87th Civil Engineer Group, overseeing emergency management, fi re and explosive ordnance disposal response, infrastructure maintenance, engineering, environmental stewardship, housing, and rapid recovery operations.
The new commander’s career includes a range of civil engineer and explosive ordnance disposal assignments at the squadron, wing, major command and Headquarters Air Force levels, as well as serving as Director of the Strategic Studies Institute for the Air Force.
In his new roles of command, Stefanovic will lead the base team in delivering critical installation support to all mission partners, ensuring JB MDL’s continued role as a premier power projection platform for global operations.
Stefanovic said he was “grateful for the opportunity to lead JB MDL and look forward to building on the legacy of excellence established here. Together, we will continue to deliver warfighting capability, support to our mission partners and strengthen our joint force and community.”
The Joint Base was established in 2009. It is home to the 87th ABW, 305th Air Mobility Wing, 621st Contingency Response Wing, U.S. Army Support Activity Fort Dix, Naval Support Activity Lakehurst, and more than 80 mission partners supporting joint and coalition operations.
Crestwood Village 5 Club Announces Summer Entertainment
WHITING – The Resident’s Club of Crestwood Village 5 has announced a series of summer events featuring live entertainment, refreshments, and community fun.
On July 12, DJ Johnny will perform from 7 to 11 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 in advance or $12 at the door and include soda, snacks, dessert, and coffee or tea.
On August 1, DJ Billy Phillips will provide music from 7 to 11 p.m., with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 in advance or
$12 at the door and include soda, snacks, dessert, and coffee or tea.
A Rod Stewart tribute show featuring Tommy Edward is set for August 13, from 6 to 9 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $12 and must be purchased in advance—no tickets will be sold at the door. The deadline to buy tickets is August 6. Dessert and coffee or tea are included.
All events will be held at the Crestwood Village 5 clubhouse.
e Lakehurst Board of Education wishes to announce the following changes to the July 2025 Meeting Schedule.
Tuesday, July 15, 2025 Work Session & Regular Meeting RESCHEDULED
ursday, July 17, 2025 9:00 a.m. - Board Workshop
Formal Action Will Not Be Taken
11:00 a.m. - Work Session
Formal Action Will Not Be Taken
11:30 a.m. - Regular Meeting
Formal Action Will Be Taken
e Meetings will be held in the Lakehurst Elementary School Media Center at 301 Union Avenue, Lakehurst, New Jersey 08733 unless otherwise noted.
Joseph A. Firetto, Business Administrator/Board Secretary 06/19/25
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Poets Of Di erent Faiths Bring Messages Of Peace And Hope
By Bob Vosseller
OCEAN COUNTY – It sounds like the start of a joke, a Jew and a Muslim walk into a Methodist Church and read some poetry, but in reality, that is exactly what happened and the event held in Island Heights served as a unifying and special event.
Faleeha Hassan, who is a Muslin, has written nearly 30 books of poetry and one of her most recent, is “The Maya Angelou of Iraq.” David L. Steinberg, who is Jewish, has written 20 books - one of which is “My Enemy in the Mirror” featuring a poem that was published in Gaza in 2014. Both of these poets are Nobel Peace Prize nominees who came to the Island Heights United Methodist Church (UMC) to read passages of their work.
A crowd of people sat in the pews of the church which this year is celebrating its 100 th anniversary. While some of the themes of their poetry came from dark experiences, the messages they relayed proclaimed hope and unity.
The program was arranged by Reverend Karen Murray of the Island Heights UMC and Bill Pike, the president of the Ocean County Artists Guild.
“We are so fortunate to have our two guests here today,” Pike said. He noted that the mission of the Ocean County Artists Guild was to “hopefully attract music, other authors and a community that values the arts and when I met David he said, ‘I’m an artist to but I create art
with words.’ I love that because poetry is an art form so we are going to try and start poetry workshops at the Guild.”
“If I told you about all the awards that these two people (Hassan and Steinberg) have gotten we’d be here for a long time,” Pike added.
Hassan’s first book of poetry was published in 1991, “Because I Am A Girl” and it was the first book of poetry by a woman in her city. “I lived through two wars - the Iraqi-Iran War which started in 1980 and finished in 1988 and then the Iraqi-Kuwait War - and that is why many of my poems are about war and surviving.”
“When I came here in 2012, I told myself I would learn English and I am still working on it but I can read and write and also read and write in Arabic. I published 28 books, novels and poetry and my work has been translated into almost 29 languages.”
Steinberg credited Hassan as being, “one of the reasons I got nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize. In February of 2014 my sister passed. I had written a poem in the waning moments of her life and I read it at her memorial service. Faleeha liked the poem and asked if she could translate it and put it into Arabic for a website in England.”
“I thought this was pretty cool. She said she had a friend (who wanted to translate it for readers) in Holland, Sweden and Moracco, Tunisha, Jordan, Egypt and Iraq. She called me on my birthday and it
was a birthday present I will never forget. She said her friend that wanted to publish my poem, “My Enemy in the Mirror.” That book, that features his poem, was also published in Gaza in 2014.
Rev. Murray expressed how appropriate and special it was for the two poets from two different religions to come to a different house of worship than their own to share their talent as it symbolized a coming together of peace and unity in the expression of their poetry. “This is peace and freedom and we are blessed,” she
said. “It expresses hope for the world.” Hassan’s website is ahewar.org and FaleehaHassan.wordpress.com Steinberg can be reached at Steinberg.david07@ comcast.net and further details about the Ocean County Artists Guild, based at 22 Chestnut Avenue in Island Heights can be found by visiting ocartistsguild.org. Island Heights United Methodist Church is a multi-cultural family friendly church that welcomes people of all ages. Full details about the church can be found by visiting ihumc.org /.
Photo by Bob Vosseller
Poet David Steinberg at left, makes a presentation of thanks to Island Heights United Methodist Church Reverend Karen Murray and Ocean County Artists Guild President Bill Pike.
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BELMAR – Ocean Health Initiatives, Inc. (OHI) will hold its fifth annual “Texas Hold ’Em” summer fundraiser on July 30, from 7 to 10 p.m. at D’Jais Oceanview Bar & Café, located at 1801 Ocean Avenue.
The evening will feature a festive mix of casino games, a Texas-style barbecue feast, live DJ entertainment, and a variety of prize opportunities, including raffles, a 50/50 drawing, and silent auctions. Attendees are encouraged to bring their best poker face and appetite for an evening of fun in support of a vital cause.
Proceeds from the event will benefit OHI’s mission to provide high-quality
health care to underserved populations, including low-income families, veterans, and migrants, regardless of their ability to pay. Funds raised help cover the cost of medical supplies, staff salaries, equipment upgrades, and other operational needs not fully covered by government funding. Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are available online at ohinj.square.site. For more information or to RSVP, contact John Bonevich at jbonevich@ohinj.org.
OHI is a federally qualified health center dedicated to improving the well-being of communities across Ocean and Monmouth counties.
Tribute To Elvis Starring Tommy Walker
WHITING – Common Goal of Cedar Glen Lakes presents Tribute to Elvis starring Tommy Walker on July 26 at 100 Michigan Avenue.
Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 and includes pulled pork sandwich, coleslaw, and dessert. BYOB; 50/50 & small basket raffle. For tickets call 732-580-2945.
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Aphasia Vs. Apraxia: Discover 4 Holistic Options For Language Recovery
By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
Aphasia is not well understood, and sometimes it’s confused with what toddlers have - apraxia. This article will clarify the differences.
Aphasia is a language disorder caused by damage to areas of the brain responsible for speech and language, typically in the left hemisphere. It occurs mostly in adults and oftentimes results from a stroke, traumatic brain injury (TBI), tumor, or progressive disorder such as dementia. There are three types of aphasia.
Broca’s aphasia is when someone knows exactly what they want to say but just can’t get the full sentence out, it comes out halting or broken. Wernicke’s aphasia sounds more fluent, but the words may not make sense because comprehension is impaired. Then there’s global aphasia, which is more severe and affects both speaking and understanding. The important thing to remember is that aphasia doesn’t affect intelligence. Is it the same as what toddlers experience? Not quite. Many concerned parents notice their toddler is bright, understanding everything, but they can’t form clear or coherent speech. They may try to say words but come out garbled. This issue is a motor speech disorder called childhood apraxia of speech (CAS).
Aphasia is a language disorder whereas CAS is a speech-motor coordination issue. The brain knows what it wants to say, but the mouth doesn’t follow the plan. The exact cause isn’t known, but it almost always occurs due to toxic environmental exposures or neurological stressors during development. With CAS, there have been some anecdotal reports suggesting a potential link between the MMR vaccine (measles, mumps, rubel-
la). This isn’t something that happens across the board. The reality is, no one has put up the funding for large-scale studies to explore this connection, so we don’t have definitive proof of a direct cause. What we can say is that individual susceptibility matters. Children with underlying inflammation, immune dysregulation, or mitochondrial dysfunction may be more vulnerable to neurological injury from various environmental triggers, vaccines included.
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SEASIDE PARK – The Seaside Park Summer Concert Series returns to 1 Municipal Plaza with weekly live performances now through August 25. All shows begin at 7:30 p.m. The lineup includes a mix of local favorites and returning acts: July 14 – Underwater Airlines July 21 – Fish Eyed Blues
July 28 – The Chris Yoder Band August 4 – Strictly 60s August 11 – Underwater Airlines August 18 – The Hootz August 25 – Fish Eyed Blues Concertgoers are encouraged to bring chairs or blankets and enjoy a night of music by the shore.
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Workplace Discrimination
By: Christopher R. Shea, Esq. R.C. Shea & Associates
Discriminatory fi ring, being passed over for promotion, unequal pay and demotions all undermine a person’s ability to take care of their family and get ahead in life. Likewise, harassment in the workplace for no reason other than who employers are, how they worship, or what they look like can have devastating financial and emotional consequences.
If you have been the victim of discrimination, the fi rst thing you must do is know your rights.
Intentional Discrimination
Intentional discrimination occurs when an entity or person acted, because of, and not merely, in spite of, the adverse effect, the action action would have on a particular person and/or group.
Disparate Impact
A practice which is neutral on its face is still illegal if it has the effect of having an unjustified and severe negative impact on a particular employee or an employee of a particular group.
New Jersey’s Law Against Discrimination like federal law, prohibits discrimination in employment because such reasons such as race, religion age or gender. However, New Jersey’s laws go further by prohibiting employees from discrimination based any quality they cannot change, including HIV related illnesses, domestic partnership or civil union status, sexual orientation, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, gender identity and genetic information. Likewise, in New Jersey employers cannot discriminate against employees because of who they love or live with.
Moreover, while discrimination can take many forms, generally discriminatory actions in the workplace can be sorted into one of three categories: intentional discrimination, disparate impact discrimination, and harassment.
Hostile Work Environment
A hostile work environment is defi ned as a workplace where an employee experiences harassment, discrimination, or offensive behavior based on a protected characteristic, creating an intimidating, offensive, or abusive atmosphere that alters the conditions of employment for that employee. Simply stated, harassment, intimidation, bullying, coercion, unwelcome gestures, comments, unwelcome touching, which, when done because of who the employee is illegal.
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Ocean County Students Among Centenary University Graduates
HACKETTSTOWN – Centenary University awarded degrees to 431 graduates during its 150th commencement, held June 18 in two ceremonies on the university’s Hackettstown campus. The events recognized associate, undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral graduates. Among those earning degrees were several students from Ocean County: Toms River: Travis Joseph Austin, Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice; Richard O’Brien, Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice, *magna cum laude*; Emily Salmorin, Bachelor of Science in Equine Studies: Equine Business Management,
*magna cum laude
Lakewood: Roberta Saphyra, Master of Arts in Happiness Studies
Jackson: Gregory Carrillo, Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science, summa cum laude
New Egypt: Catherine Hope Leonard, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration: Management
Manahawkin: Jenna Mary Garofalo, Bachelor of Arts in Education: Liberal Arts, cum laude
University President Dale Caldwell, Ed.D., presided over the milestone ceremonies.
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Sips & Shells To
Celebrate Life Beneath
Barnegat Bay
OCEAN COUNTY – Save Barnegat Bay will host its annual Sips & Shells fundraiser on July 11, inviting guests to explore and support the vital life that thrives beneath the bay’s surface.
This year’s theme, Beneath the Bay, highlights the rich ecosystem of eelgrass beds, blue crabs, shrimp, juvenile fish, clams, oysters, and more—species that depend on clean water and healthy habitats to survive.
The evening will take place at the Bay Head Yacht Club in the Dale Building. It will feature live music, a buffet, fresh oysters from the Barnegat Oyster Collective,
and beverages including craft beer from Kane Brewing Company, wine from Ripe Life Wines, and Papa’s Pilar Rum cocktails. Guests can also participate in live and silent auctions offering local experiences, artwork, and other unique items.
All proceeds support Save Barnegat Bay’s mission to protect water quality, preserve habitats, and promote environmental education and advocacy throughout the region. For more information or to contribute to the event’s auction, contact Maria Ritter at maria@savebarnegatbay.org or 212-7665664.
Youth Advocate Program To Host Community Fun Day
LAKEWOOD – The Ocean County Youth Advocate Program (YAP) will host its 3rd Annual Community Fun Day on July 10, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Pine Park, located at 500 Country Club Drive.
The in-person event will feature a full
day of family-friendly activities including games, sports, laser tag, a photo booth, bouncy house, DJ entertainment, face painting, food, and more.
For additional information, contact Carmen Pizarro at 732-253-2408.
The Manchester Times welcomes your special announcements! Engagements, Weddings, Births, Birthday Wishes, etc. Please call 732-657-7344 for more details!
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COSTUME/ESTATE JEWELRY
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)
I Buy Records - Cash paid, we answer the phone. Call Eddie at 732-829-5908. Records 33/45. Walt buys comics, toys & collectibles. Call 908-278-3782. (29)
Buying World War I & II Swords, Bayonets, Daggers, Helmets, Hats, Medals, Marine uniforms, Flags, etc. Cash Paid! 609-581-8290. Email: lenny1944x@gmail.com. (33)
CASH, CASH, CASH! - Instant cash paid for junk cars, trucks, vans. Free removal of any metal items. Discount towing. Call Dano 732-239-3949. (t/n)
Entire Estates Bought - Bedroom/dining sets, dressers, cedar chests, wardrobes, secretaries, pre-1950 wooden furniture, older glassware, oriental rugs, paintings, bronzes, silver, bric-a-brac. Call Jason at 609-970-4806. (t/n)
Used Guns Wanted - All types: collectibles, military, etc. Call 917-681-6809. (t/n)
Cash - Top dollar, paid for junk, cars running and nonrunning, late model salvage, cars and trucks, etc. 732-928-3713. (t/n)
Classifieds are placed in all 7 of our weekly newspapers covering all of Ocean County, and also Howell in Monmouth County.
CLASSIFIEDS
Help Wanted
Magnolia Gardens Assisted Living is hiring a full time cook. If interested, please email resume to HR@magnoliatr.com or call us at 732-557-6500. You can also visit us in person at 1935 Route 9 Toms River 08755. (30)
Laundromat Attendant - For FT/ PT Good communication skills, math and min computer knowledge. Transportation needed. Long term commitment only. 732-286-1863. (t/n)
HVAC Installer/Technician Hiring Now - Experience needed. Great Work Environment. Company vehicle. Full time, year round, paid holidays. Call 732-349-1448 Or Fax Resume To 732-349-6448. (t/n)
Certified Home Health Aides - Needed for Ocean County area. Hourly and live-in positions avail. P/T and F/T. Call CCC at 732-206-1047. (t/n)
Magnolia Gardens Assisted Living is hiring a full time Maintenance worker. Skills include painting, electrical work, and plumbing. If interested, please email resume to HR@magnoliaal. com or call us at 732-557-6500. You can also visit us in person at 1935 Route 9 Toms River 08755. (30)
Magnolia Gardens Assisted Living is hiring a full and part time Dietary Aides If interested, please email resume to HR@magnoliaal.com or call us at 732-557-6500. You can also visit us in person at 1935 Route 9 Toms River 08755. (30)
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)
GARDEN & PLANT CARESUMMER HELP! Avoid costly plant losses. Diagnose problems, pests, watering, repot, refresh containers, houseplants, pruning. Care & Advice. House Calls. Semi-retired Master Gardener. Joe – 732-232-8144. (32)
PAINTING By Neat And Meticulous European Craftsman - who will beat any written estimate. Senior discounts. Interior, exterior. Call 732506-7787, cell 646-643-7678. (t/n)
Home Care Companion - Daily Chores, Food Prep, Memory Guidance, Appointments, Shopping. Decades of experience. Contact JoAnn 732-600-6812. Thank You. (31)
Affordable Landscaping - Spring Cleanups, Complete lawn maintenance, Sod & seed lawns, Shrubs & tree pruning, Topsoil & mulch and much more. 732-808-7477. (25)
DO YOU WANT YOUR CAR TO LOOK NICE, AND SHINE?
Call Lenny. Lenny's Mobile Auto Detailing 908-868-4609. (34)
Life Coach - Facing a challenge? Discuss it in person. Bring out your best. $25 for 1 hour. Melissa Lekas 732-754-4891. (31)
Car Service - 24/7. Doctors, shopping, airports, hospitals, cruise, shops, Atlantic City, family functions, NYC accomodations for large groups. Call for reasonable rates. Kerry 732-606-2725. (42)
Services
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)
APlus Home Improvements - Over 30 years experience. Everything from small handyman tasks to large renovations. Fully insured and licensed. Seniors 10% off any job $500 or more. Lic #13VH11453600. No job too small give us a call. 908-278-1322. (7)
Prepare for power outages today with a Generac Home Standby Generator. Act now to receive a FREE 5-Year warranty with qualifying purchase. Call 1-833-901-0309 today to schedule a free quote. It’s not just a generator. It’s a power move. (t/n)
Nor’easter Painting and Staining, LLC - Interior and exterior. Decks, powerwashing. Affordable. Senior discounts. References. No job too small. Fully insured. 732-6910123. Lic #13VH09460600. (t/n)
PROFESSIONAL, RELIABLE, PAINTING AND PAPER HANGING - Call 732-688-3532. (28)
Highly Experienced - Reliable, Reasonable, Responsible, Compassionate At Home Caregiver is Available for your Elderly loved ones. Live in/Hourly. 732-912 5876. (29)
House cleaning, office cleaning - Painting, laundry, window cleaning and carpet cleaning. Very good price. Call 732-330-4189 and 848-287-3944. (26)
A1 HANDYMAN SERVICESOver 30 years experience in all phases of home improvements. Free estimates and referrals. Call John 267475-7962 or 732-477-0379. (43)
THE RIDE GUY - Takes you anywhere! No limits. Comfy mini-van. References. Call Charlie 732-216-3176 or Email: cr@exit109.com. Let's Go! (t/n)
"Stick With the Man That Covers Your Can! - Residential and Commercia Pump-outs FREE 1 year supply of enzyme treatment with each septic pump-out. Septic Inspections. Septic System Installations and All Repairs. Grease Traps installation and pump outs. Tank Abandonment and Demolition. 24 Hours Emergency Service! 732-244-0189. (5)
DIRECTV - All your entertainment. Nothing on your roof! Sign up for Directv and get your first three months of Max, Paramount+, Showtime, Starz, MGM+ and Cinemax included. Choice package $84.99/ mo. Some restrictions apply. Call DIRECTV 1-877-557-1213 (t/n)
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. (35)
Garden State Property Maintenance - All yard work. Tree-trimming and removal, stump grinding, pavers, decks, flower beds, weeding. 609-661-5470. (t/n)
CLASSIFIED:
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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE
Library Collecting
Toiletry Items For ose In Need
TOMS RIVER – Do you ever wonder what you can do to help others? This July, the Ocean County Library will be seeking your donations of new, packaged toiletries and personal care items for children and teens in need.
Along with the usual donations of books, during the month of July, OCL’s Sparks B.F.F. Reading Club is collecting summer-themed toiletries donations. The Sparks B.F.F. Reading Club Summer Toiletries Drive will be centered in six OCL branches:
Toms River Branch – 101 Washington Street, 732-349-6200
Long Beach Island Branch – 217 South Central Avenue, Surf City, 609-494-2480
Point Pleasant Beach Branch – 710 McLean Avenue, 732-892-4575
Point Pleasant Borough Branch – 834 Beaver Dam Road, 732-295-1555
Upper Shores Branch – 112 Jersey City Avenue, Lavallette, 732-793-3996
The most-needed items include hair combs and brushes, feminine hygiene products, shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, insect repellent, sunglasses, sunscreen, reusable water bottles, fl ipflop sandals, soap, toothbrushes, and toothpaste.
Please donate only new, packaged items. No donation is too small and each will let young people in need know that someone cares. Stop by or call any of the participating Ocean County Library branches for additional information.
Seaside Heights’ Kites In e Heights
SEASIDE HEIGHTS – The skies over Seaside Heights will come alive this summer during the Kites in the Heights event, held every Tuesday evening from July 8 through August 26 at Carteret Avenue Beach.
The event runs from 4 to 8 p.m. and features a vibrant display of kites soaring above the beach. Admission is free, and attendees are welcome to participate, bring their own kites, or simply enjoy the view from the boardwalk.
AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE
Baby Wildlife Are Here, Should You Help?
By Renee A. Thomaier
Retired New Jersey State Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
Mothers, parents, will be tending to their offspring, providing food, shelter and safety for their young. The safety part is probably the most important. As their young begin to venture out into a world they are inexperienced and not yet adept at navigating it all. So, what do we do to help? Before you go
ahead and remove a baby, remind yourself that in their natural environment, animals know their needs and how to satisfy them better than we do. Never feed animals you rescue, consult a wildlife rehabilitator. A list for NJ wildlife rehabilitators is available online, which is updated each year. Flies around any animal put them in danger and immediate rescue is needed. An obvious situation, i.e., broken leg, wing,
lethargic, trembling, or you ‘know’ the parent was killed, rescue is needed. Baby birds - if there is no immediate danger, observe only. Baby birds on the ground – the parents are nearby feeding and teaching their young. If they are in danger on the ground, i.e., the street, place them under a tree or shrub. If they have no feathers or fuzzy ones, if you can reach
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the nest, put them back. If not, place them in a small basket/fruit container and hang it near the nest. Note it is NOT TRUE that animals abandon their young if a human has touched them.
Squirrels – a fallen nest or baby on the ground – put the fallen nest or baby(ies) inside a small shallow box and place at the base of the tree. Stay away and observe. If no mother shows up within a few hours to move her baby(ies), rescue is needed.
Fawns – unless you see injury, wandering along and calling out, leave alone. Other-
wise speak with a rehabilitator. Turtles crossing the road – small turtles, use a cloth/rag, and carry them in the direction they were headed, place them on the ground. NEVER pick up any turtle by their tail. That’s it, they know where to go. Large or snapping turtles, using a sturdy stick nudging gently onto a flat surface in the direction they were going. You may call me for assistance 732-2442768.
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.
Comedy Night With Spaghe i Dinner
MANCHESTER – Manchester Vol. Fire Company is hosting a Comedy Night with Spaghetti Dinner on July 26 at 545 Commonwealth Boulevard, Manchester.
Doors open at 5 p.m. Performances by Jeffrey Paul and Buda the Comedian. Host-
ed by Rich Carucci. Cash bar for beer and wine; 50/50 tickets available. Cost is $40 per person in advance and $45 at the door. Must be 21 years or older to attend. To purchase tickets, call 609-6185752. No outside food or beverage allowed.
Manchester Li le League BlueClaws Game
MANCHESTER – The Jersey Shore BlueClaws would like to welcome Manchester Little League to ShoreTown Ballpark on August 22 at 7:05 p.m.
Enjoy a BlueClaws game while raising money for your organization! For each ticket
purchased, a portion of the proceeds will go back to your group, so you can have a great time at the game and help a worthy cause!
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit gofevo.com/event/Manchester LL2025.
Send your community events to news@jerseyshoreonline.com
A MESSAGE FROM OUR ADMINISTRATOR:
Rose Garden is one of the few “mom and pop” skilled nursing and rehabilitation centers left ... in the state of New Jersey. The world has turned “corporate;” we have not.
It has been our core belief that the delivery of healthcare is quite personal. That “intimacy” is in danger when 5 to 100 facilities are operated in multiple states by large corporations.
We have always strived for a close “family” atmosphere and believe we have succeeded. The environment is warm and inviting and exceedingly clean and spotless. Our homemade food and soups are outstanding, and the care is thoughtful, kind and productive.
We have been called the “Hotel of Healthcare.” Please ask your friends, neighbors and, most importantly, other healthcare professionals. We are here, in your neighborhood, to serve you!
nursing and rehabilitation center
1579 Old Freehold Rd. • Toms River, NJ 08753 732-505-4477 • www.rosegardennj.com
FUN & GAMES SUDOKU
CROSSWORD PUZZLE
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Greek letter 26 F-, e.g.
“I’m covering my ears now!”
Natalie with nine Grammys
Knee pt.
Marxist Guevara
Tyke
Baking amts.
Crossed
Greta of “The Morning Show”
Like some retro frames 30 School near Heathrow
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Find comfort in familiar surroundings. You may shine brightest at home, consider a cookout with friends or a cozy movie night with a partner. Trusting your instincts and using common sense can lead to wise decisions.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Be authentically yourself—your gentle charm draws others in, opening doors to romantic and personal success. Past kindness can pay off now, old friends or even former rivals may step forward to offer support when you need it most.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Keep it subtle today If you’re free to move as you need to, joy and contentment can follow. Just remember, those close to you will expect the same freedom, fairness and mutual respect are key.
CANCER (June 21-July 22): It may be best to let someone else take the lead while you savor life’s simple pleasures. Your romantic side may long for quiet, heartfelt moments with someone special. Tap into your imagination, give voice to the dreamworld waiting within.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Working in solitude or quietly reflecting on your goals can ignite a fresh creative spark. Take time to recognize your strengths. As night falls, romantic impulses may stir unexpected magical and rich experiences.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Note creative or profitable ideas—you may use them later or share them with friends. Criticism could fuel your ambition, but immediate action might not bring material rewards. Focus on making thoughtful, imaginative choices that align with your longterm goals.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Spread
FOR THE WEEK OF JULY 5 - 11 BY
OMARR’S ASTROLOGICAL FORECAST
JERALDINE SAUNDERS
warmth and goodwill at home or join a relaxed gathering for friends, neighbors, or family. Your open, welcoming spirit draws others in—whether you’re sharing stories, playing sports, or just enjoying each other’s company.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Play it safe romantically, now is not the time challenge someone to a game of love. Opposites may attract, but today doesn’t facilitate a great outcome for new romance. Channel yourself to lay the groundwork for building sustainable income and long-term success.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Measure someone new carefully, assess new folks with precision. That said, stay open to new connections, but be mindful not to judge too harshly. A balanced perspective fosters stronger bonds and more compassionate understanding.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Collaborate and blend ideas to push a major project forward this week. Stay focused, unleash your creativity, and avoid procrastination. Consistent effort gives you a competitive edge—even if results take time, your momentum will carry you far.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Desire fuels passion. Your drive to earn more could spark brilliant ideas. Carefully evaluate fantasies for real-world potential. Clashing opinions may stir competitive energy, making romantic tension feel electric and potentially impossible to resist.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Crunch numbers and review your finances with a sharp, practical mindset. Your talent for facts pairs well with creative thinking, dive into your talent for analysis. Apply smart business strategies to everyday life to prepare for future success.
