2025-07-19 - The Jackson Times

Local Athletes Win Gold Medals At Special Olympics

Jackson Township athletes Steven Robertson, 23, and Kevin Sullivan-Stovall, 18, recently competed in this year’s Special Olympics.

By Bob Vosseller

JACKSON - Township residents Steven Robertson, 23, and Kevin Sullivan-Stovall, 18, recently won medals during the Special Olympics 2025 summer games.

They were former school mates and now are bocce partners who took home gold medals at the Olympic event held at the College of New Jersey.

Senior Center Upgrades Discussed

By Bob Vosseller

JACKSON – Improvements at the township Senior Center on Don Connor Boulevard were discussed during a recent Township Council meeting.

Council President Jennifer Kuhn said the work being conducted there would be funded by a Community Development Block Grant. The work primarily involves accessibility enhancements for people with disabilities.

Township Engineer Charles Cunliffe explained the $204,000 construction project was being performed by Magic Touch

Both competed in bocce at TCNJ as Special Olympics team partners. Their team “This Is How We Roll” and thanks to their win they qualified to be part of Team New Jersey for the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games.

That event is scheduled to be held in Minneapolis, Minnesota June 20-26, 2026. Tryouts for Team

Landlord Registration, Traffic Ordinances Introduced

By Bob Vosseller

JACKSON – The Township Council introduced ordinances about traffic and landlord registration during a recent meeting.

Council President Jennifer Kuhn read portions of both ordinances. The first was Ordinance 2025-24 Entitled “Vehicles and Traffic” and Ordinance 2025-25 focused on Landlord Registration and Responsibility. Ordinance 2025-24 prohibits parking, stopping and standing on Pitney Lane West from the southerly curbline of South Cooks Bridge Road to a point 980 feet south thereof.

Pitney has been mentioned by members of the public recently as having seen a large increase in traffic.

The Landlord Registration ordinance involves inspection of residential rental units and defines the term “landlord” as a person or persons who own or purport to own, or exercise control of, any building or project in which there is rented, or offered for rent, housing space for living or dwelling purposes under either a written or oral lease, provided that this definition shall not include owner-occupied two-unit premises.

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Construction and the project “included a work allowance for miscellaneous items.

Additional epoxy coating on some of the closets in the lobby.”

“There were some structurals that were not anticipated with the doorway to be loadbearing that need to be replaced,” he added.

Cunliffe reported to the council, “Once you do demolition, you find things - especially in public buildings - that you necessarily would expect. In the kitchen, in the change order, was the replacement of the drop ceiling

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By Chris Lundy

OCEAN COUNTY - The Ocean County Homelessness Trust Fund Task Force is seeking people to help review and evaluate proposals from organizations that are applying for support.

Interested people must be 18 or older and living in Ocean County. The county especially wants to hear from people who have been homeless or close to it, or if they have loved ones who were homeless. Advocates had pressured county officials

for years to create a Homelessness Trust Fund like most other counties in New Jersey. Last year, it went into effect.

The county started collecting a $5 fee on certain documents filed in the County Clerk’s office. By law, these funds must be used to support programs that assist people who are homeless or at risk, with a focus on finding permanent affordable housing.

A task force was formed by the County Board of Commissioners to oversee how (Sepcial Olympics - See Page 4) (Landlord - See Page 5)

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New Jersey is coming up later this month on July 26 in Lawrenceville. Kevin and Steven are excited to be there for that will be giving their all at the tryouts.

Steven, who has Down syndrome, is a graduate from Alpha School while Kevin, who has autism, still attends Alpha School located in Jackson. This was Kevin’s second time competing at the New Jersey Special Olympics. Steven has competed for several years.

Both athletes also bowl for the same team in the Special Olympics and their coach, Kathy Moore of Brick, has been a gym teacher and coach for Alpha School since 1985. Moore established the bowling and bocce team for

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panels and structure and then upgrading the lighting.”

“The project with all these additions is fully funded by CDBG. It is not coming out of the general fund; it is coming out of money already appropriated to Jackson Township,” he stressed.

Donny Adelman of Will Point Drive complained about CDBG money going “yet again to the Senior Center” as opposed to improvements to the municipal dog park. Kuhn clarified for him that this project “has

current and alumni students of Alpha School.

“Their confidence level and skills have improved greatly. I’ve been coaching Kevin for two years now and Steven for two to three years. They get along with each other and other athletes wonderfully,” Moore said.

Moore said they received their bocci training “for four to five months before they competed in the summer games which is a weekend event. It was really quite special and for them to come home with a gold medal as part of Team New Jersey was great.”

“It was an honor just for them to have been selected,” said Moore, who recently retired after teaching for 40 years. She has been a coach for 20 years and plans to use some of her new retirement time in support of those with special needs.

“I have a great rapport with all the parents of

been in the works for a long, long time.” This was just a change order.

Playground Improvements And Monuments

Adelman also expressed concerns about material being used for a Johnson Park playground improvement project that “is not wheelchair friendly, number one, and somebody spent all this money whether the county, the federal government whoever gave us that grant money and no one thought to put in a swing that is compatible with a wheelchair.”

“They do have disabled friendly swings

these athletes,” she added. If they go to 2026 Olympics “they will be trained by a coach. I can’t coach them and go out there next year unfortunately but I want to continue my involvement with special needs activities and those two are really great kids.”

Corinne Sullivan and Paula Robertson both noted that their sons’ involvement with the Special Olympics program has proven to be a wonderful experience and that the two of them have a special friendship.

According to its website, “Special Olympics is a global organization that serves athletes with intellectual disabilities working with hundreds of thousands of volunteers and coaches each year. Since the establishment of Special Olympics in 1968, the number of people with and without intellectual disabilities who are involved with the organization has been grow-

but they do make special swings specifically that you basically load your wheelchair, even use your wheelchair onto and somehow it swings,” he added.

“I’ll make a note on that and speak with Recreation (Division) about that. Now that we have this new (Recreation) Committee, that is something that will go in front of the Recreation Committee. We just appointed them tonight. I will definitely bring that up,” Kuhn responded.

Adelman also brought up adding a monument to a park on Commodore and Jackson Mills “where the Veterans Day stuff is done for military dogs and police canines and

ing, but the unmet need to reach more people with intellectual disabilities is staggering.”

Special Olympics New Jersey currently serves more than 24,000 athletes throughout the state. All programs are free to registered athletes including insurance, facilities, equipment, uniforms, housing & meals for events, awards, sports, education and more.

“In addition to programs offered on the local, county, sectional and state levels, Special Olympics New Jersey offers free programs and activities at the Special Olympics New Jersey Sports Complex in Lawrenceville, including Camp Shriver, fitness training, Athlete University, coach and volunteer training sessions, family programs and so much more,” the website notes. For additional information on visit specialolympics.org/ programs/united-states/new-jersey.

critters used as mascots throughout the years. I’ve called the Recreation Department and the poor girl there is trying to get the answers but I don’t think she is getting answers.”

Kuhn said, “that department was moved to DPW (Department of Public Works) so that would be Mr. Bolinsky. You would not call Kate Wolf now you would call him. I think that is an amazing idea and I think that’s great and would be happy to promote it.”

The resident said he was involved in an awareness campaign “to help homeless vets and I wasn’t trying to raise money but I think we’d be able to raise whatever it would be.”

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Kuhn noted, “this ordinance will not be under code enforcement. I want to make sure that this is clear. This was said at the last council meeting and I 100% meant it. We created a name - it is going to be the Bureau of Rental Housing Inspections (BRHI) and there will be a Rental Housing Coordinator.”

According to the ordinance, “no person shall occupy any rental unit, nor shall the landlord or owner permit occupancy of any rental unit within the Township, which is not registered and each rental unit shall be inspected at least annually and upon each change in tenancy or occupancy.”

“No tenant shall occupy a rental unit where a certificate of occupancy has not been issued by the Housing Official,” the ordinance states.

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these funds are used. Projects should be successful, cost-effective, and use evidence-based practices.

The county has a “Strategic Plan to End Homelessness,” which “identifies key priorities for funding such as increasing rental assistance, enhancing supportive services, and improving coordination across providers to ensure timely, effective responses for individuals and families experiencing or at

It also goes on to say that annual inspections with all buildings, structures and dwelling units (other than hotel or motel units) that are leased for residential occupancy shall be inspected by the BRHI prior to every initial occupancy or change of occupancy and shall, under no circumstances, be inspected less than annually for issuance of an updated certificate of occupancy.

“The owner, or authorized agent of the owner, shall apply to the BRHI for the certification, which expires annually from the date of issuance, on a form provided by the enforcing agency. The fee for the inspection would cost $100 and the BRHI will be required to respond to the landlord via the email address on file 30 days prior to scheduling their appointment,” the ordinance states.

The ordinance also notes that all buildings, structures and dwelling units that are leased

risk of homelessness. These priorities were informed by community feedback, data analysis, and best practices.”

A number of other skills are welcome:

Ability to read and understand lengthy texts in a limited time frame;

Ability to analyze grant applications effectively against specific criteria;

Ability to analyze proposals for their value to the community at large and residents of Ocean County as a whole, setting aside any personal agenda or preconceived desires for a specific outcome;

on a transient basis shall be inspected by the BRHI annually. Such inspections shall be in accordance with the schedule set forth below to the extent possible and practicable for issuance of an updated certificate of occupancy.

The schedule will serve as a guide for both property owners and the Bureau and shall not serve as the basis for refusal of entry to a given property to the BRHI, nor shall the schedule serve as a basis for request of a refund of any fee paid.

“There will be two coordinators and one admin and the best thing about this is its self-funded by the landlords,” Kuhn said. “The taxpayers are not paying for this.”

The $100 that is raised by fees will be given its own line item in the budget for its own department, she said. “With 3,000 rentals, we’ll have $300,000. Figure you make $70,000 each. Each of these coordinators - they’ll have

Ability to clearly express evaluations in writing;

Ability to listen attentively to the input of other reviewers, engage in discussion, bridge differences, and work with other reviewers to synthesize comments, especially when resolving discrepancies in scoring;

Ability to ethically review information, maintain confidentiality, and avoid any conflict of interest.

“Related education and/or professional experience in homelessness prevention, housing services, supportive housing, mental

their own vehicles paid by the landlords and this will be their sole job.”

She explained, “so if you have a pool that you think is being illegally done or any property you think is being illegally rented, this will be their sole job.” She noted that landlord registration regulations have been changed four times. “You have to update it because the town is growing. It is five years late but at least it is here now.”

Council Vice President Mordechai Burnstein said that those hired will have “quasi police powers to be able to write the summons if the house is being utilized by more than one family when it is not allowed to be utilized by more than one family.”

Both ordinances were unanimously approved for introduction and public hearings on them will be held on July 22 at the township council’s next meeting.

health, or other related health and human services is not required but would be relevant to the responsibilities of a reviewer,” county officials said.

The reviewer must not have conflicts of interest, and there’s a lengthy explanation of what that could be.

Applications are to be filled out here: surveymonkey.com/r/HTFAdditionalReviewer2025

Applications are due by August 5, 2025. The review process is planned for August 22 – August 29, 2025.

OPINIONS & COMMENTARY

EDITORIAL

YouTube Shouldn’t Have Commercials On Town Meetings

Lately, if there’s a town meeting I can watch online, I usually do. I would much rather be in the comfort of my home working than in a crowded, emotionally charged room. There’s one thing that grinds my gears when I’m watching, and that’s commercials.

If it’s a two-hour meeting, there are probably eight or more interruptions. Sometimes mid-sentence. I have to rewind to jot down a quote when that happens.

Most towns use YouTube because it’s the biggest video sharing network there is. You can share a link. You can edit. It’s a versatile and powerful website. Which means they should be able to get by without ads on town council and board of education meetings.

I get that YouTube has to make its money, but c’mon, it’s Youtube. They’re owned by Google. They’ve got money coming out the wazoo.

That ad money goes straight to YouTube, by the way. While YouTube allows video creators to profit off their uploads, it’s extremely difficult to do so. You have to have a certain number of subscribers, and those subscribers have to log a certain

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amount of time watching your stuff. It used to be a place where people can create and share; now it’s an advertising juggernaut. They should change their name to GoogleTube.

I suppose if you pay for YouTube Premium you can watch meetings without ads. So maybe we’re not charged money, but we’re charged our time. This is worse, in my opinion.

Even if a video creator (in this case the town or school) chooses not to monetize with ads, that only means they can’t make money. YouTube will still place ads on everything and make money off of it.

Towns and school boards probably can’t monetize their videos by law.

I suppose there could be a button that municipal entities could click when creating their content that says “don’t ever monetize these videos” but there’s no incentive for YouTube to do this. If they make a penny, that’s still profit for them. A corporation will never make the decision to do something nice for others without some kind of benefit.

Chris Lundy News Editor

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Freedom In Florida Christians Against Trump

I’ve been putting it off for about as long as I can but I think it’s finally time to put my house up. Years and years of Democrats running this state (into the ground) and nothing to show for it. I stayed for my grandkids but now that they’re going to different states (for college) then I think it’s time for me too. Besides, half of my friends have already made the move to the Sunshine State. They don’t have to worry about the high taxes, insane liberal schools and when they drive down their street, there isn’t a ton of cars.

I don’t have to worry about the Woke Police arresting me for everything I say and do like here (joke!) I’m a little late to the party but I think it’s time to go. Anyone want to buy a house in Holiday City?

David Williams Toms River

In Support Of Libraries

Libraries have become a special place for me. When I don’t want to be home, and I need a space where it won’t necessarily require me to purchase something, a library acts as a safe place for anything I need. I can print here, read, ask for help on taxes. I can attend programs and classes offered for free.

Recently, my 8-year-old cousin has discovered he loves reading. I’m planning on taking him to a free Lego building workshop held at our local library. Building on that, there are so many programs offered for kids, resulting in a space where they can read grow and explore. Many families don’t have alternative options. I hope people realize what an integral part libraries have in our communities.

Ruby Ramales Beach Haven

It is time to set the record straight. For years the expression “The Christian Right” has perplexed me. It is not my intent to judge Christians who are proTrump. I merely want to speak for the many Christians who are horrified by the cruel actions of President Trump and his administration.

Christians are followers of Jesus. I would like to focus on three of the many beautiful qualities which Jesus displayed as He walked this earth. He always showed compassion and empathy and wanted to bring Peace. He also never acted out of vengeance.

Is Donald Trump even capable of feeling empathy? Elon Musk, his hero, is recorded stating that “The biggest weakness of the West was empathy.” Rather than showing compassion for the poor, Trump’s latest mandates include reductions to programs which will hurt low-income families. The cuts to SNAP (Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program) are projected to be the largest in U.S. history and will lead to millions of people experiencing food insecurity. The cuts to Medicaid mean that millions of children and those with disabilities will lose coverage. Hospitals and nursing homes rely on Medicaid.

In contrast to the present regime, Jesus was deeply compassionate, showing concern for the suffering of others and even weeping when he witnessed the grief of others. He actively administered to the marginalized in society, including the poor, the sick and the afflicted.

What a contrast exists between the peace that Jesus wanted to bring and the fear that Trump is creating. Imagine the fear that immigrants are experiencing knowing that they could be the next ones rounded up and brought to an ICE detention center without

due process? We do not even know how many people have “disappeared,” a word once used only in countries like Russia. Think about the fear of retaliation that people suffer for speaking out against Trump. There are congressional members who have spent $1,000,000 of their money to protect themselves and their families. They have also been banned from entering federal buildings.

Can anyone picture Jesus acting with vengeance toward others? Trump is cutting programs simply because they were introduced by former President Biden. We are losing our scientists and preventing foreign students from studying here. There is also a childish refusal to admit that global heating is a reality.

It does not matter how anyone voted. All of us who are petrified that we are losing our democracy must come together and resist these dangers. Together we have strength.

Bernadette Frost Toms River

Big, Beautiful Compassion

I’ve lived in Toms River for a while now, and I truly care deeply about the people here. That’s why I’m heartbroken about what the Big Beautiful Bill will mean for us now that it has passed.

I’m one of those people. I can’t work full-time because of health reasons, even though I want to. Medicaid helps me survive. Without it, I honestly don’t know how I’d afford my medication, see my doctor, or get basic medical care. This isn’t just about politics. It’s about caring for each other. It’s about showing compassion. No matter our differences, I believe most people in this town still want to help their neighbors when they’re struggling.

I hope you’ll take a moment to really think about this. Even though the bill

passed, our voices still matter. We can still demand protection for Medicaid, for low-income families, for kids, for seniors, and for people with disabilities. Please speak up. Please pay attention. What happens next depends on how much we’re willing to care.

Katey Ritchie Toms River

It’s tough to miss that the New Jersey Department of Education’s announcement that they’d be imposing a(nother) massive tax increase on the citizens of Toms River arrived late July 3, just hours before Independence Day. It was strategic and intentional on their part - a “news dump” intended to fade away over a holiday weekend and neutralize our capacity to respond - but they’re too tone deaf to grasp the King George-ness of it all.

It was, after all, in response to our board of education and district not backing down to their dictum that we pass a budget or else. The “or else” being close our doors immediately, including to our most vulnerable special education students whose summer and ESL programs began July 2, and the budget in question being $22.3 million short because of an oppressive S2 bill that has taken $175 million from our district over the past eight years. You might even call our board’s consideration of Chapter 9 bankruptcy in lieu of passing a tax hike onto families a revolutionary act. That it was met with more authoritarianism from an administration that’s clearly been tyrannical toward Toms River made it all too colonial to ignore. The NJDOE’s letter should have been written in ink on scrolled parchment.

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From Subjects To Citizens: Reflecting On America’s 249th Independence Day

Capitol Comments

Assemblyman Alex Sauickie

TRENTON - I hope you had a meaningful and joyful Independence Day weekend. As we return to our daily routines, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on what this day means, and what it means to be American.

America began not as a nation, but as an idea, a hope for a better life. It was built by people who left the comfort and certainty of the Old World in pursuit of freedom, opportunity, and a new beginning in the unknown. Over time, we shed the identity of colonial subjects and became something entirely new: Americans.

With that new identity came a desire for self-determination. The result was a revolution, and from it, a bold experiment in liberty, a republic founded 249 years ago. Was it easy? No.

Was it perfect? Certainly not. But was it worth it? Absolutely. Our founders risked everything, their

lives, fortunes, and sacred honor, to defy the most powerful empire on Earth. They transformed us from subjects of a monarchy into citizens of a free republic. They left us with the tools to carry the torch forward: the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights.

If America was the idea, New Jersey was the proving ground. With over 200 battles and skirmishes, we earned the title “Crossroads of the American Revolution.” Some of the most pivotal moments in our fight for freedom happened here. Without Washington’s daring crossing of the Delaware and victory at Trenton, the Revolution may well have ended in defeat.

The battlefields of Trenton, Princeton, and Monmouth are just a short drive away - living reminders of the sacrifice, courage, and resolve of those who came before us. Their actions embodied the words President John F. Kennedy would later speak: “Ask not what your country can do for you; ask what you can do for your country.”

As we approach America’s 250th birthday, it’s time to rekindle that revolutionary spirit,

rooted in faith, family, and country. Just as there is no “I” in “team,” there is no “I” in “country.” We must each do our part to keep America strong.

Here are a few simple ways we can show our patriotism:

• Fly the American flag.

• Read the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights.

• Share copies of our founding documents with others.

• Thank a veteran or service member.

• Remember those in veterans’ homes and hospitals.

• Vote in every election.

• Attend public meetings and make your voice heard.

• Support local small businesses.

• Celebrate our national holidays.

• Visit historic State and National landmarks.

We have much to be proud of, and much more work to do.

America remains an exceptional nation, endowed by our Creator with unalienable rights and unmatched opportunity. While the loudest critics often get the most attention, they are not the majority. Let them try their antics in any other country, and

they’d quickly realize how special this one truly is.

So start thinking about next year. Plan, participate, and prepare to celebrate the 250th anniversary of our independence in true American fashion. As President George Washington said during his first inaugural address:

“The preservation of the sacred fire of liberty and the destiny of the republican model of government are justly considered...deeply, perhaps finally, staked on the experiment entrusted to the hands of the American people.”

Two hundred years later, President Ronald Reagan spoke similar words:

“The American experiment is the most hopeful, daring, and noble experiment ever attempted by man. It is not a perfect nation, but it is a nation built on the idea that liberty, justice, and opportunity belong to all.”

Let’s live up to that vision - together. Alex Sauickie is a life-long Jackson resident who represents his home town and 12 other towns in the State Assembly. Follow him on Facebook (/AssemblymanAlex) and on Instagram (@AssemblymanAlex), or visit hiswebsite at AssemblymanAlex.com.

Lawmakers Want To Prevent Price Gouging During Tariffs

Capitol Comments

Senator Cory Booker

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Cory Booker (D-NJ), Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), Ruben Gallego (D-AZ), Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), and U.S. Representative Rosa DeLauro (D-CT) led a letter to Andrew Ferguson, Chair of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), urging the agency to investigate tariff-enabled corporate price gouging which is raising costs for American families, and to use its full authority to prevent these unfair and deceptive corporate actions.

The lawmakers previously wrote to the

FTC warning that large companies could take advantage of the Trump Administration’s chaotic tariff strategy to price gouge consumers. The letter noted that the on-again, offagain tariff confusion and uncertainty has created a cover for large corporations to raise prices on all goods, regardless of whether they are actually subject to new tariffs, and to increase prices above and beyond what is necessary to cover any additional costs. Chair Ferguson did not respond to the lawmakers’ letter and has yet to take discernible action to prevent tariff-related price gouging, despite his own warning that President Trump’s tariffs “should not be interpreted as a green light for price fixing or any other unlawful behavior.”

In June 2025, the Federal Reserve Bank of

New York released new survey results showing that “a significant share” of companies raised prices of goods and services that are not subject to tariffs, confirming that businesses were indeed “taking advantage of an escalating pricing environment to increase prices.”

Anecdotes from the Federal Reserve illustrate that tariff-enabled price gouging is already a significant and legitimate concern: A heavy construction equipment supplier “raised prices on goods unaffected by tariffs to enjoy the extra margin.”

A contact at the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco “observed that price increases that had been implemented in anticipation of certain tariffs were not rolled back once those tariffs were removed.”

The President of the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland said she heard of firms “raising prices even though they aren’t affected by tariffs because competitors who do face higher

import taxes are raising prices.”

“This Administration’s reckless approach is spiking costs for small businesses and creating opportunities for billion-dollar companies to grow their profits and take advantage of consumers,” wrote the lawmakers. “The FTC should be utilizing its full authority to prevent these unfair practices.”

The lawmakers concluded the letter by urging the FTC to use its 6(b) authority to investigate any tariff-enabled price gouging and to issue a report on its findings.

The letter is cosigned by U.S. Senators Jeff Merkley (D-OR), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), and Jacky Rosen (D-NV), and U.S. Representatives Becca Balint (D-VT), Chris Deluzio (D-PA), John Garamendi (D-CA), Pramila Jayapal (D-WA), James P. McGovern (D-MA), Jerrold Nadler (D-NY), Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY), and Mark Pocan (D-WI). Government 0fficials...

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Jackson Fire Service Launches 24/7 Career Staffing

JACKSON – The township’s fire service marked a historic milestone recently as its career staff began 24-hour shift coverage for the first time.

The department transitioned from its previous weekday and alternating weekend schedule to a full-time, around-the-clock staffing model. The change divides the department’s career personnel into four platoons, providing continuous coverage seven days a week, 365 days a year.

The newly assigned platoons include:

A Platoon: Lt. Justin Hanson, Dylan Dziedzic, and Jonathan Bosley

B Platoon: Lt. Jason

Poppe, and Ryan Calhoun

C Platoon: Lt. John Poppe III, Andrew Reaves, and Chris Bizzarro

D Platoon: Lt. Jesse Langguth, Ryan Schulte, and Nate Shirley

Officials emphasized that the expanded career staffing does not replace the township’s volunteer fire companies, which will continue to provide essential support. Those interested in volunteering are encouraged to visit their local firehouse. Volunteer companies meet weekly in each district, including Whitesville, Cassville, Jackson No. 1, and Jackson Mills.

SBA Disaster Loans Still Available For Businesses Hit by Drought

JERSEY SHORE – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is reminding small businesses and private nonprofit organizations in Ocean and Monmouth counties that they have until August 11 to apply for federal disaster assistance loans following last year’s drought and excessive heat.

The SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program offers low-interest loans of up to $2 million to eligible small businesses, agricultural cooperatives, aquaculture operations, and private nonprofits that experienced financial losses due to extreme weather conditions beginning June 1, 2024.

“Through a declaration by the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture, SBA provides critical financial assistance to help communities recover,” said Chris Stallings, associate administrator of SBA’s Office of Disaster Recovery and Resilience. “We’re pleased to offer loans to small businesses and private nonprofits impacted by these disasters.”

EIDL loans may be used for working capital needs such as fixed debts, payroll, accounts payable, and other expenses that

could not be met due to the disaster—even if there was no physical damage. Farmers and ranchers are not eligible for this assistance, though small aquaculture enterprises may qualify.

Interest rates are as low as 4% for small businesses and 3.25% for nonprofits, with repayment terms of up to 30 years. Payments are deferred for the first 12 months, and interest does not accrue during that period.

In addition to Ocean and Monmouth counties, the disaster declaration includes Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, and Mercer counties in New Jersey, as well as Bucks and Philadelphia counties in Pennsylvania.

Applications can be submitted online at sba.gov/disaster. For assistance, applicants may call 800-659-2955 or email disastercustomerservice@sba.gov. Individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing can access services by dialing 7-1-1.

The application deadline for economic injury loans is August 11, 2025.

Photo courtesy Jackson Fire District No. 2

Zimmerman, Adam

World’s Most Autographed Baseball Comes To ShoreTown

JERSEY SHORE – The World’s Most Autographed Baseball is coming to ShoreTown Ballpark. In conjunction with Major League Baseball, the BlueClaws will be the last stop on a 15-city ballpark tour across which an 8-foot baseball is being signed by thousands of fans from around the country!

Why? Because it’s Minor League Baseball at its finest: Unpredictable, accessible, and a whole lot of fun. This isn’t just about ink on leather; it’s about uniting Minor League clubs and their incredible communities around a common cause.

“This is such a great initiative from Minor League Baseball and we’re very excited to have the baseball here at ShoreTown Ballpark,” said BlueClaws General Manager Bob McLane. “Each signature from a BlueClaws fan is a new

: Photo courtesy Jersey Shore BlueClaws record, making this an an even more amazing addition to a special night!”

Gates to the July 26th game open at 6 p.m. and first pitch is at 7:05 p.m. The World’s Most Autographed Baseball will be located down the third base line adjacent to the Sand Bar. That night will also include a concert from The Chronicles of Rock & Roll as part of the Farro’s Tees Summer Concert Series. They will play from 6:15 pm until 9:00 pm. It’s also Pride Night, presented by Coca-Cola.

The BlueClaws are the Jersey Shore’s top stop for affordable, family entertainment. They have drawn over 8 million fans to ShoreTown Ballpark since their 2001 inception. Tickets to all remaining 2025 BlueClaws home games are available by calling 732-901-7000 option 3.

Pittie Palooza Fall Festival Coming To Jackson

JACKSON – Pittie Palooza Fall Festival 2025 will take place September 27, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Oliverie Funeral Home, bringing together local vendors, animal lovers, and the community for a day of celebration and support.

The event is currently accepting vendor applications for pet products, food

trucks, handmade crafts, and local services. Organizers promise a day filled with community spirit, cuddles, and wagging tails.

Vendor space is limited. Interested participants can apply at form.jotform. com/241566832524055 or email fundraising@pittiesandpals.com with questions.

Summer Bingo Set In Jackson

JACKSON –Community members are invited to beat the heat with an afternoon of fun, games, and refreshments at Summer Bingo, hosted by Oliverie Funeral Home on August. 15.

The event will take place from 2 to 4 p.m. at The Wisteria Ballroom, located at

125 South Cooks Bridge Road in Jackson. Guests are encouraged to bring their own beverages (BYOB) and enjoy an afternoon of bingo, prizes, and friendly competition.

Organizers are asking participants to RSVP by August 10 by calling 732719-7250.

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Six Flags Great Adventure Welcomes Baby Giraffe & New Safari Veterinarian

Dr. Erica Jackson, DMV with the new giraffe calf.

JACKSON – Six Flags Great Adventure’s Wild Safari is celebrating two special arrivals this summer: the birth of a female giraffe calf and the addition of a new veterinarian to its animal care team.

The three-week-old calf, named Mbi (pronounced em-bee), was born to mother Embu and is currently thriving behind the scenes. Park officials say Mbi will soon make her public debut as she grows more comfortable exploring her habitat.

Joining the veterinary staff is Dr. Erica Jackson, DVM, a Toms River native who brings a

The female giraffe calf is the newest edition to the Wild Safari.

Flags lifelong passion for animal care to her new full-time role. Dr. Jackson began working at the safari during her college summers and later earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Massachusetts and her veterinary degree from Cornell University.

“I’ve loved animals since I was three and always dreamed of working here,” Jackson said. “Now, I get to help care for some of the most incredible species alongside an amazing team.”

With a special interest in elephant care, Jackson credits her mentors—longtime safari veterinarians Dr. William Rives and Dr. Ken Keiffer—for inspiring her path in exotic animal medicine. She also completed advanced training at the San Diego Zoo.

Guests may see Dr. Jackson throughout the safari, which is home to more than 1,200 animals from six continents.

Ashley Lauren Foundation Launches ‘Summer of Hope’ Campaign

JERSEY SHORE – In honor of its 20th anniversary, The Ashley Lauren Foundation has launched its “Summer of Hope” campaign, a statewide initiative aimed at supporting New Jersey children fighting pediatric cancer.

Based in Brielle, the foundation provides direct, hands-on assistance to hundreds of families each year, distinguishing itself from national organizations by focusing on immediate, tangible aid rather than research funding. The “Summer of Hope” campaign seeks to raise $20,000 to mark two decades of compassionate service.

“This campaign is more than just a summer fundraiser—it’s a call to action,” said Monica Vermeulen, founder and CEO of The Ashley Lauren Foundation. “For 20 years, we’ve literally stood beside thousands of families through

their most difficult days. The ‘Summer of Hope’ gives our community the opportunity to be part of something deeply impactful, bringing relief, joy, and hope to children who need it most.”

Funds raised through the campaign will provide critical support services, including financial aid for bills, transportation to medical treatments, food, material necessities, emotional support, holiday and birthday gifts, outings, and the Foundation’s signature “Making Dreams Come True” program.

The foundation encourages the public to “be a light in the life of a child with cancer” and contribute to its mission.

To donate or learn more, visit shorturl.at/ oxeqd or call 732-414-1625 for additional donation options.

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Jackson Police Announce Promotions Of Four Officers

JACKSON – The township police department has promoted four officers to higher ranks, recognizing their leadership, dedication, and service to the community during a ceremony held at a recent Township Council meeting.

Public Safety Director Joseph Candido and Police Chief Matthew Kunz announced the promotions, thanking Mayor Michael Reina and his administration for their continued support of the department.

Lt. Robert Reiff was promoted from sergeant after a long-standing career that began in 2001. A Jackson Memorial High School graduate and former SWAT member, Reiff has served in both patrol and the detective bureau. He now returns to the Investigations Services Division as Detective Lieutenant. His accolades include multiple Officer of the Year nominations and a 2016 Detective of the Year award.

Lt. John Rodriguez, a Jackson resident since 1997, joined the department in 2003 and graduated valedictorian of the Ocean County Police Academy. He served as a detective specializing in sexual assault cases and held multiple leadership roles, in-

cluding PBA president and current Superior Officer’s union president. He now assumes command of the Alpha/Charlie 1 Platoon. Sgt. Ryan Gladysz, hired in 2018, is a Jackson Memorial graduate and former NJ Corrections officer. Known for his role as a Field Training Officer, he received the department’s “FTO of the Year” award and a lifesaving award for reviving a 9-monthold child. He also serves on the Special Response Team and as a physical training instructor.

Sgt. John Roth, a Marine Corps veteran with deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, joined the department in 2016 following prior service with Seaside Heights Police and the Ocean County Sheriff’s Department. Roth has earned numerous awards and participates in specialized programs such as the Veterans Diversion Program and Crisis Intervention Team. He will oversee a squad in the patrol division.

“We congratulate all of the officers on their well-earned promotions and wish them continued success in their new leadership roles,” said Lt. Fred Meabe, the department’s Public Information Officer.

Veterans Invited To A Lunch And Learn Seminar

JACKSON — Local veterans and their families are invited to attend a free “Veteran Lunch & Learn” seminar on August 5, from 1 to 3 p.m. at Oliverie Funeral Home, located at 125 S. Cooks Bridge Road. The event will feature guest speaker George Zimmerman of the Ocean County Veterans Service Bureau, who will provide important information on veterans’ benefits. Topics

will include eligibility for Department of Veterans Affairs funeral expenses, benefits for spouses, and pre-registration for interment at the New Jersey Veterans Cemetery. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and receive guidance on navigating available resources. Lunch will be provided. Space is limited. RSVPs are requested by calling 732-719-7250.

Photo courtesy Jackson Township Police

PRIZE WINNERS!

Micromedia Publications is pleased to recognize Veronica Noordzy, one of the winners of our holiday coloring contest. Her prize was a family 8 pack of tickets to a recent Jersey Shore BlueClaws game. Here she is enjoying the game at ShoreTown Ballpark. Stay tuned to Micromedia newspapers and Jersey Shore Online for additional contests coming soon.

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It casts our board of education and administration as scattered and incompetent, which would be hilarious were it not so offensive. Our BOE unanimously voted down the budget the past two years as a collective refusal to pass the state’s negligence on to taxpayers; as President, I can attest our board has never been more unified in its consistent rejection of corruption and hypocrisy. Our administration, meanwhile, under the direction of Superintendent Michael Citta and Business Administrator William Doering, has traveled far and wide, looked under every rock, proposed real solutions, and has done literally everything in their power to get us out of a mess that they did not create. As a unified team, we’ve done everything in good faith and diplomacy despite our underlying anger and frustration. We’ve taken the high road and have been constantly met with a brick wall. To therefore be labeled as incompetent by a state department that won’t

even comply with a court order to reveal its funding formula is, again, comically tragic. It’s the behavior of a king on a throne.

To those not following this matter closely, an upcoming tax bill or escrow statement combined with some misguided word of mouth might make you think this tax hike was caused by our board and our school district. This is what the tyrannical state department wants you to believe, but it’s entirely untrue. Besides literally voting down this tax hike and the one before it, we all have to pay it! Virtually everyone who works for Toms River Schools lives here (which is why I love this district and community so much and why I volunteer my time to serve it). I have to pay this tax, as do my colleagues on the board. Superintendent Citta has to pay this tax, as do almost all of our teachers and staff members, plus our assistant superintendents, and on and on. We’re all on the hook for this, and we did not do this to ourselves.

It is, indeed, taxation without representation. Because the NJDOE, despite its claims

of fair and equitable education, does not represent Toms River students.

Case in point is S2, a fatally-flawed, catastrophic, and obvious effort to shift education funding to certain communities under the guise of “fair funding.” In the end, the bill cost us $175 million in funding for students, hundreds of staff positions, our business office, land, services, and countless hours dealing with the ongoing fallout from a blatant injustice, and now we have a 22.2-percent tax increase over the past two years to show for it.

But we also never caved, never sold a school, never redistricted, never backed down, never lost our dignity, and stood strong as a community throughout. In a matter of months this governor’s administration will be gone and forgotten save for its shameful and ironic legacy of trying to dismantle education (in select areas) because it could not or would not correct the math of its terrible funding formula (or reveal that formula despite a court order to do so).

But this community of Toms River and our

district remains, and will emerge stronger than ever, head held high. Though the S2 cycle has ended, it’s difficult to feel relief when there is so much wreckage and we’re left holding a ludicrous bill for damages caused by others. Our students deserve to continue their education, for the first time in eight years, without the constant threats to their sports, services, and academic livelihoods, and for them I am happy. But on behalf of our taxpayers I am livid, and I pledge to continue this fight with the State of New Jersey until justice is served.

Likewise, I call on our taxpayers and the leaders of Toms River, South Toms River, Pine Beach, and Beachwood to share in my indignation and to stand strong for what’s right. A tyrannical state department has finally met firm resistance from a proud community that refuses to roll over. The revolution to revise and rework education funding in New Jersey has just begun.

Ashley Lamb, President Toms River Board Of Education

Ocean County History Day Set With Reenactors, Museum Tours

OCEAN COUNTY — The fifth annual Ocean County History Day will be held September 13, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Ocean County Historical Society, rain or shine. Admission is free. The location is 26 Hadley Ave, Toms River.

The event marks the 250th anniversary of the United States and the 75th anniversary of the Ocean County Historical Society. Guests can tour the Elizabeth Sculthorp Force House and Museum, meet historical reenactors, and explore exhibits from local historical groups and museums.

Special presentations include a portrayal of Ona Judge, an escaped slave of George and Martha Washington, at 11:30 a.m., and Betsy Ross at 1 p.m.

The event is co-sponsored by the Ocean County Historical Society, the Ocean County Cultural & Heritage Commission, and the Captain Joshua Huddy Chapter of the DAR.

For more information, contact Jeff Schenker at 609-339-9134 or jeffschenker@ocean.edu.

Jackson Sets Hearing on Green Acres Land Diversion

JACKSON – Township officials in Jackson have scheduled a public scoping hearing for August 12 to gather comments on a proposed major parkland diversion involving two municipally owned properties under the state Green Acres Program.

The hearing, set for 6:30 p.m. at the Jackson Township Municipal Building, will address the diversion of a total of 8.601

acres of preserved land — 8.091 acres at the Jackson Mills Compost Facility and 0.510 acres at the former Camp Joy site — which have been used for public infrastructure and educational purposes.

Township officials say the parkland use changes require after-the-fact approval under the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection’s Green Acres regulations.

The 8.091-acre diversion at the Jackson Mills Compost Facility, located at 334 Jackson Mills Road (Block 2201, Lot 2), allows for continued operation of the composting site. The Camp Joy diversion stems from a 1998 State House Commission approval that allowed part of the land to be transferred to the Jackson Board of Education for construction of Crawford-Rodriguez Elementary School.

However, the Green Acres Program later determined that construction at the school exceeded the previously approved diversion area. A large retaining wall and slope stabilization measures extended beyond the boundary, requiring additional approvals. The township is also addressing a discrepancy in road width along North New Prospect Road, which has since been re-mapped to a 60-foot-wide right-of-way, compared to 49.5 feet at the time of the original acquisition. To compensate for the diversions, Jackson Township proposes a land swap totaling 43.01 acres of replacement property, exceeding the state-required 5:1 ratio. Officials may also consider providing monetary compensation based on a 10:1 valuation formula, as permitted by state regulations.

Written comments will be accepted through August 26 and may be submitted to the Jackson Township Engineering Department or the NJDEP’s Office of Transactions and Public Land Administration. Members of the public are encouraged to attend the hearing and provide feedback.

For more information or to submit comments, residents may contact the township at 732-908-4767 or email engineering@ jacksontwpnj.net. Comments may also be sent to NJDEP official Thoby Jeanty at Thoby.Jeanty@dep.nj.gov.

Disabled American Veterans Chapter 77 Meetings

JACKSON – Disabled American Veterans Chapter 77 in Jackson meets at 7 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month at the VFW on Magnolia Drive in Jackson.

All men and women veterans are welcome. Male and Female Service Officers are available to assist veterans with claims to the Veterans Administration. The DAV’s main purpose is to assist veterans and their families in securing the benefits they are entitled to. We help all veterans.

You do not have to be a member to receive our assistance. Correspondence can be sent to: PO Box 1571 Jackson, NJ 08527. Contact Patrick McGoohan at 732-275-5851 for more information.

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Dr. Isidore Kirsh Ph.D., F.A.A.A.

Nuance Audio Eyeglass Review

Nuance Audio is owned by EssilorLuxottica, a Franco-Italian multinational corporation renowned for its leadership in the eyewear industry, encompassing brands like Ray-Ban, Oakley and Lens Crafters. In 2023, EssilorLuxottica acquired Nuance Hearing, an Israeli startup. This acquisition led to the development of Nuance Audio Glasses, which integrate advanced hearing technology into fashionable eyewear. It received FDA approval in 2025.

Key Features

Open-Ear Design: Amplifies speech with directional microphones while keeping ears unobstructed. Customizable Audio Profiles: Four preset profiles with adjustable noise reduction via mobile app. Prescription-Ready Frames: Multiple styles and colors, supports prescription lenses. Battery Life: Approximately 8 hours per charge.

Pros

Discreet Assistance: Combines vision and hearing support to reduce stigma. Enhanced Speech Clarity: Beamforming improves speech comprehension in noise. User-Friendly App: Easy volume and noise adjustment. Comfortable Fit: Lightweight and daily-wear friendly. The Nuance Audio comes with a 2-year warranty.

Cons

Limited Amplification: Not suitable for moderate-severe hearing loss. Battery Limitations: May not last all day. No Bluetooth Streaming: Cannot stream audio from devices. Fit and Weight: Heavier

than standard eyewear for some users. Most wearers do not like the sound of their own voice. After the 2-yr. warranty, if the Nuance Audio breaks down, you have to purchase another new set.

User Experiences

Positive Feedback: Users report better speech clarity and discreet design. Nothing goes “in the ear.” Situational Use: Best for part-time or specific-use scenarios since the battery life is poor. If these are your only glasses and you need to wear them 12 hrs. a day to see clearly, this system will not work because the Nuance Audio will need to be charged after 8 hrs.

Pricing

$1,200-$1500. More affordable than prescription hearing aids, but pricier than some OTC models. Keep in mind this is classified as an OTC model.

Ideal For

People with mild to moderate hearing loss. First-time or hesitant hearing aid users. Eyeglass wearers seeking dual-purpose functionality. Keep in mind, Audiologists are not fitting you with this device and setting up the APP is not straight forward. You may have to pay a hearing care professional for their time to properly set up the APP so you can take advantage of Nuance Audio’s full functionality.

Dr. Izzy and his Staff will continue to educate you about hearing care choices. Please feel free to contact our office at 732-451-3962 or visit our website at gardenstatehearing.com.

His offices are in Toms River, Whiting, and Manahawkin. He can be reached at 732-451-3962 or via Web site at gardenstatehearing.com. Dr. Izzy & Staff gives Retirement Community Talks!

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Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

5 Cancer Side Effects You’ll Likely Avoid With ADC Therapy

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Cancer is a tough road, no question. But there’s a new kind of therapy that’s bringing real hope to patients called Antibody-Drug Conjugates or ADCs for short. These targeted therapies deliver treatment exactly where it’s needed using a different mechanism of action compared to traditional chemotherapeutic drugs.

Traditional chemo targets fast-dividing cells (like cancer), but it hits healthy tissues too, causing hair loss, nausea, and fatigue. This indiscriminate destruction of both healthy and cancer-promoting cells is what causes all the chemo-related misery.

ADCs are smarter and work like guided missiles. First, an antibody homes in on a cancer cell very directly like a drone, then it releases a powerful drug payload inside the specific target. That means less damage to healthy tissues, and fewer side effects.

One standout example? Fam-trastuzumab deruxtecan (Enhertu), which targets HER2-positive breast cancer, lung, and stomach cancer.

ADCs usually have three parts to them. The first is the antibody which seeks out cancer cells. The second part is the linker that holds everything together. The third part is the payload which is the potent chemo drug. Once the ADC finds its target, it gets absorbed into the cancer cell. The linker dissolves inside, releasing the drug right where it’s needed. It’s like a Trojan horse sneaking in undetected, dumping poison on the cancer cells!

This precision really matters. It often leads to a reduction in five common problems typically seen with older chemotherapy:

• Less hair loss

• Reduced nausea

• Decreased fatigue

• Improved appetite

• Lower risk of neutropenia (a drop in white blood cells)

That said, ADCs aren’t side-effect free. They can still cause issues such as lung inflammation, liver problems, electrolyte imbalances, or cardiac stress. But overall, most people say the side effects are more manageable than traditional chemotherapy.

I wrote Drug Muggers back in 2011 to highlight how medications can quietly deplete essential nutrients. While ADCs came out after my book was published, I’ve researched them too. Even though ADCs are targeted, they can still “mug” your nutrients, more of a slow drain than a direct steal. Over time, calcium, potassium, B vitamins (like folate, B12, niacin, and riboflavin), and antioxidants like glutathione and catalase can become depleted. Staying hydrated, eating protein-rich meals, and using the right supplements can make a real difference. Just be sure to check with your oncologist before starting anything new.

Right now, ADCs are approved for some breast, bladder, and blood cancers, but trials are expanding to include lung, ovarian, prostate, and even rare cancers like Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma. Think of traditional chemo like spraying weed killer, it gets the job done, but harms everything in its path, including the flowers. ADCs are more like precision pruning shears, trimming away diseased cells while preserving the healthy ones. For a deep dive, sign up for my free newsletter at 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.

Around the JerSey Shore

Officials Urge Residents To Take Steps To Curb Mosquito Threats

NEW JERSEY – With mosquito season underway, New Jersey state officials are urging residents to eliminate standing water on their properties to reduce mosquito populations and protect against mosquito-borne illnesses. The advisory, issued jointly by the Departments of Environmental Protection (NJDEP), Health (NJDOH), and Agriculture (NJDA), follows recent wet weather that has created ideal breeding conditions.

“New Jersey’s Mosquito Control Commission works with counties statewide to

fight mosquito threats,” said NJDEP Commissioner Shawn M. LaTourette. “But we need the public’s help through simple seasonal maintenance, like removing standing water, to protect public health.”

Acting Health Commissioner Jeff Brown advised residents to use EPA-registered insect repellent, wear protective clothing outdoors, and maintain barriers like window screens to keep mosquitoes out of homes. Agriculture Secretary Ed Wengryn added that farmers should

remove standing water and vaccinate animals to prevent the spread of illnesses like West Nile virus and Eastern Equine Encephalitis.

West Nile virus remains the most common mosquito-borne illness in New Jersey, with 41 cases and eight deaths reported in 2024. Though less common, Eastern Equine Encephalitis and Jamestown Canyon Virus can cause severe neurological illness, and there are no specific vaccines or treatments for these viruses.

Residents can reduce mosquito breeding by emptying containers like birdbaths and flowerpots weekly, clearing clogged gutters, treating or aerating ornamental ponds, and maintaining pools. If mosquito issues persist, county mosquito control agencies are available to help.

The New Jersey State Mosquito Control Commission, established in 1956, coordinates mosquito control efforts across all 21 counties. For more information and resources, visit dep.nj.gov

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photo of the week

We’ve had a number of heavy thunderstorms recently. Here’s an absolutely stunning capture from photographer Wendi Bennett—lightning streaks down from stormy skies as the Thomas A. Mathis Bridge stretches across the bay. A breathtaking moment of nature and engineering in perfect contrast.

Ocean County Towns Named Among Jersey Shore’s Best by Travel + Leisure

OCEAN COUNTY – Three local communities have landed on Travel + Leisure’s list of the “10 Best Jersey Shore Towns to Visit This Summer,” shining a spotlight on the region’s appeal for beachgoers and vacationers.

Bay Head, Point Pleasant Beach, and Beach Haven were praised for their distinct charm, family-friendly attractions, and classic Shore experiences.

Bay Head was noted for its quaint downtown, unique shops, and serene beaches that offer a quieter, upscale alternative for visitors seeking a peaceful getaway.

Point Pleasant Beach earned recognition for its bustling boardwalk, featuring arcades, mini-golf, and the popular Jenkin-

son’s Aquarium — a hit with families and day-trippers.

Farther south, Beach Haven on Long Beach Island was celebrated for its abundance of kid-friendly activities, including Fantasy Island Amusement Park, ice cream parlors, and the bustling Bay Village shopping district.

The Travel + Leisure list aims to guide summer travelers to the best destinations along the Jersey Shore. Ocean County tourism officials are hopeful the national recognition will draw even more visitors to the region this season.

The full article can be found at bit. ly/4kuuC94

Foundation Seeks Sponsors For ‘Bags & Bacon’ Family Fun Day

NEW EGYPT – Jake’s Got This Foundation is calling on community members and local businesses to support its upcoming “Bags & Bacon” Family Fun Day by becoming event sponsors or volunteers. The event is set for September 13 at the New Egypt Elks, located at 105 Lakewood Road.

Sponsorship packages range from $200 to $1,000 and include either a team registration into the event’s cornhole tournament or four tickets to the pig roast. Opportunities include: Pig Sponsor – $1,000

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Is Your Automobile Adequately Insured?

By: Michael J. Deem, Esq. R.C. Shea & Associates

In 1998, the State of New Jersey passed the Automobile Insurance Cost Reduction Act to reduce the cost of automobile insurance by reducing the benefits available to persons injured in automobile accidents. This means less coverage to pay for you or your family’s medical expenses regardless of fault and less rights to recovery of monetary damages from reckless drivers who cause collisions.

Protect yourself! Make sure you have purchased a Standard Policy and not a Basic policy. Make certain that you purchase your Standard Policy with no less than $250,000.000 in medical benefits. Most people who elect a lower amount of medical expense benefits, only to save literally a few dollars, find themselves unable to afford necessary medical treatment because they have already exhausted their medical coverage.

Medical treatment is expensive and don’t let any automobile insurance company tell you otherwise. Think about it. If an automobile insurance company sells you $15,000.00 in medical expense benefits (as opposed to the standard $250,000.00) they may lose somewhere between $20.00 and $45.00 in premiums but they have just saved themselves from having to pay up to $250,000.00 in medical expense benefits should you or a member of your family become injured in an automobile collision, regardless of fault.

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Inflatable Fun Sponsor – $500

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Cornhole Lane Sponsor – $200

The event promises an inclusive day of family fun with all-you-can-eat options, games, crafts, and inflatables. All proceeds will benefit the foundation’s charitable initiatives. Volunteer opportunities are also available for those looking to lend a hand. For more information about sponsorships, volunteering, or event details, interested parties are encouraged to reach out to the foundation directly at info@jakesgotthis.org

2nd Annual Dane Martindell Poker Run

JACKSON – Jackson AMVETS Riders Post

2nd Annual Dane Martindell Poker Run and Super 50/50 will be on July 26 at 1290 Toms River Road, Jackson.

Registration is from 9 to 11 a.m. All hands must be turned in by 2 p.m. Cost is $30 for riders and

$20 for passengers. Includes food and beverages. Party kicks off at 2 p.m. For more information, email jacksonamvetsriders@yahoo.com.

Vendors wanted; email jacksonamvetsridersvendors@yahoo.com for a vendor registration form.

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Option” you are not limiting your right or your child’s right to receive monetary compensation in the event you or your child is/are injured in a motor vehicle collision. While the “No Limitation on Lawsuit Option” will slightly increase your premium than if you chose the “Limitation on Lawsuit Option”, the limited premium increase is well worth the expense.

When you are discussing pricing of your premium for the “No Limitation on Lawsuit Option” versus the “Limitation on Lawsuit Option” demand that the insurance company provide you with the actual dollar amount that your premium will increase if you purchase the “No Limitation on Lawsuit Option” over the “Limitation on Lawsuit Option.” Do not settle on the typical explanation from your insurance company that one option may increase your premium by 120% or 220%. This is very misleading. When you ask the insurance company what the actual dollar amount of a 220% premium increase amounts to you will probably be pleased to hear that it may only cost you $50.00 a month as it has for myself and my family. The 120% or 220% premium increase is not an increase on your overall premium, its an increase of a line-item premium such as the premium associated with your medical expense benefits.

Contact the attorneys at R.C. Shea & Associates for all your legal needs. (732) 505-1212.

Jersey Shore Comic Book Show Announces 2025-26 Event Lineup

TOMS RIVER – The Jersey Shore Comic Book Show has announced its schedule of upcoming events for 2025 and early 2026, with shows planned across New Jersey, from Toms River to Wildwood. The lineup begins with the “Summer Edition” of the JSCBS on July 27 at the Toms River Elks Lodge, 600 Washington St. That will be followed by NERD FEST on August 10 at the Holiday Inn on Pureland Drive in Swedesboro.

Other events include:

August 30 – Ultimate Toy, Comic & Collectibles Show at DREAM Park, 400Us Route 130, Logan Township September 7 – Jersey Shore Comic Book and Toy Show at Waretown Fire Company, 117 Wells Mills Road

October 18 – Vineland Geeks & Nerd Festival at The Event Center at Ramoth Church, 2727 N. Delsea Drive, Vineland November 16 – JSCBS “Holiday Edition” returns to the Toms River Elks Lodge The 2026 calendar includes WILD-CON on January 17 and ANIME-WILD! on March 22, both at the Wildwoods Convention Center, 4501 Boardwalk, Wildwood. Organizers note that vendors at the DREAM Park and Waretown Fire Company locations must bring their own tables and chairs. Interested vendors and exhibitors can email howellmanforyou@ aol.com or call 609-242-7756 for more information.

More details are available at jerseyshorecomicbookshow.com.

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Wretchedness 16 Region of severe drought in the 1930s 18 Structures that provide shade 19 At the ready

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15 “I Try” singer Gray 17 Prefix with -athlon

18 Beneficiaries of the Servicemen’s Readjustment Act of 1944, for short 21 Out of style

24 Gooey lumps

25 Journalist Farrow

26 Pinky promises

27 Carb-loader’s prerace meal

29 Like the vibes at

a spa

32 Style of boat first used by the Aleut, Inuit, and Yupik peoples

34 Overachiever’s test score

35 Shoes that lack heels

37 Aspirational hashtag

38 Savory turnover

41 Seats for equestrians

42 Receding 43 Earthquake

44 Sore throat soother

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48 Cars that charge slowly in the cold

50 Honker

51 Word before microbiome

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57 Long in the tooth

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GRILLED SAUSAGES WITH CARAMELIZED ONION COMPOTE, MY SERIOUSLY SIMPLE SUMMER STAPLE

Diane Rossen Worthington

GRILLED SAUSAGES WITH CARAMELIZED ONION COMPOTE

Serves 6 to 8

For the compote:

1/4 cup olive oil

2 medium leeks, cleaned, white part only, finely chopped

2 large red onions, finely chopped 3/4 cup red wine

1/4 cup balsamic vinegar

1 tablespoon sugar

1 teaspoon finely chopped thyme leaves

Salt and freshly ground white pepper

12 bratwurst or other sausages of your choice, (about

2 1/2-3 pounds), sliced in half horizontally, if desired 12 hot dog buns or French bread slices, optional

1. Heat oil in a large non-aluminum casse-

role on medium high heat. Add leeks and onions; saute for about 10 to15 minutes or until well softened. Stir frequently.

2. Add wine, balsamic vinegar and sugar to the onions; simmer on low heat until almost all the liquid has evaporated. The onions should be very tender and slightly caramelized. Add thyme, salt and pepper. Taste for seasoning. Cool and serve at room temperature. (You can also reheat this and serve warm). This will last a week in your refrigerator tightly covered.

3. Prepare a barbecue for medium-high heat grilling. Grill the sausages for about 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until browned all over and the juices run clear. To serve, place 3 or 4 sausage halves on each plate and spoon some relish on the side of the plate. Serve with or without a bun or bread. Place the condiments on the side.

(Diane Rossen Worthington is an authority on new American cooking. She is the author of 18 cookbooks, including “Seriously Simple Parties,” and a James Beard Award-winning radio show host. You can contact her at www.seriouslysimple.com.) ©2025 Diane Rossen Worthington. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.