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By Bob Vosseller JACKSON– A sunny Sunday was the perfect time for a celebration of community at the 50th Anniversary of Jackson Day. Visitors listened to music, met up with friends, and ate a variety of food while children had fun going on rides and petting animals. Community organizations set up tables, inviting people to get involved with the American Legion Post 504, the Jackson Clean Communities, Multi-Cultural Committee, Municipal Utilities Authority, Disabled and Handicapped Commission and various school organizations and county agencies.
Police Towing Ordinance Adopted
By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – An ordinance updating towing services that the police department can use was approved at a recent Township Council meeting. Ordinance 2026-24 was unanimously passed during the latest meeting. It repeals and replaces township code entitled “Towers and Wreckers.” Council President Mordechai Burnstein explained “This ordinance will update the township’s towing ordinance as set foreword in Chapter 388. This chapter addresses towing companies licensed by the township to respond to accident scenes at the request of the Jackson Police Department and was requested by the Jackson Safety Bureau.” “It would make the ordinance more consistent with ordinances of surrounding municipalities. I spoke with (Police) Chief (Mary) Nelson and she explained (Towing Ordinance - See Page 7)
Six Flags Great Adventure representatives handed out some free park passes for children during the day. You could also pickup your free commemorative Jackson Day 50th anniversary T-shirt in several colors at another table. Johnson Memorial Park had a section set aside for Touch A Truck. Basketball tournaments took place throughout the day on the recently refurbished basketball courts in the park. Cornhole contests were also held during the event. There was a zip line, large slide and a Ferris wheel. It was a busy day for attendees as well as for those who helped put the event together. Township (Jackson Day - See Page 4)
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MUA Land For Sale, But Town Wants It
By Bob Vosseller JACKSON– More than a decade ago, the township Municipal Utilities Authority (MUA) acquired additional land intending to use it for future utility projects as the township’s population grew but now that property has been deemed to be “surplus” and public officials would like to see that land returned to the township for open space purposes. Vice Council President Giuseppe Palmeri brought up the discussion about the proposed land sale by the MUA during a recent council meeting. “The MUA is looking to sell over 5.6 acres. They’re putting it out to bid. In 2010, the MUA passed a resolution that stated the authority desires to obtain certain parcels of property for future development of its water and sewer infrastructure. Whereas Jackson is the owner of various parcels within the authority’s service area that would meet those needs,” he said. Palmeri noted that 16 years after it bought the property the MUA passed a resolution stating “the authority has now accumulated surplus property.” The property was valued at $959,000 in 2010. “I believe if they don’t need that property, it should come back to Jackson Township, to us, so we can preserve it as open space.” The vice council president sent an email requesting documentation confirming the original sale of the property to the MUA “including the amount paid and any terms or conditions associated with the transaction. Regardless of whether the township transferred the property to the MUA or sold it at assessed value in 2010, I believe the intent (Land for Sale - See Page 7)
Student’s Research Could Cut Greenhouse Gas Emissions By Chris Lundy OCEAN COUNTY – A high school student has an idea: whether biotechnology can help reduce harmful greenhouse gases right in our own back yard. A rising junior, Alexandra Kanterezhi-Gatto’s laboratory is Cattus Island County Park. The park spans acres and acres of a lush ecosystem on the Barnegat Bay. The wetlands filter water, store carbon and help protect the coastline, while providing habitat for fish, birds, reptiles, insects and more.
She is investigating whether a specially designed peptide could influence the natural microbial activity occurring in marsh sediments and potentially reduce methane production. Organic material is broken down by different microbes. These microbes are all competing for the same resources. Whichever ones are successful impacts what compounds are produced by the material breaking down. Alexandra’s research asks whether she can influence part of that process without disrupting (Student’s Research - See Page 11)
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Jackson Day:
Continued From Page 1 Recreation Director Fred Meabe told The Jackson Times, “The day was amazing and early indication we were probably visited by between 8-10,000 patrons. It was immensely successful!” “This is all funded by sponsorships. This is not being funded by taxpayers. Have a wonderful time. Get to know everybody. Get to know your local businesses,” Mayor Jennifer Kuhn said in her opening remarks. The National Anthem was performed by Jackson High School Junior Sophia Budrick followed by a performance by the Jackson Jaguars Dance team. There were several live bands performing, and there was also a DJ and a live radio broadcast. Businesses were also in abundance including the Oliverie Funeral Home whose staff were distributing information about upcoming public events such as their Psychic Parlor on October 3 that will run from 5 to 9 p.m. It is free to enter but you need to call 732-719-7250 to RSVP for this mystical night of moonlit revelations that will be held at the funeral home at 125 South Cooks Bridge Road in the township. There were township banks like OceanFirst that has a program that involves helping non-profits and Fulton Bank which was one of the sponsors of the event, Financial Center Manager Ryan Millroy noted. His swag included biscuits for dogs and there
were quite a number of dogs present at the pet friendly event this year. Other businesses included a golf cart dealership, real estate agencies, pet supply businesses and many others. A fleet of food trucks provided a variety of food choices during the day. Many civic groups were present to bring awareness to themselves and to seek out new members or to fundraise for a good cause. Jackson Knights of Columbus Council 11529 Past Grand Knight Mike Debiak was promoting the organization’s 20th annual rubber duck race fundraiser at Pine Park in Lakewood that starts at 11 a.m. on September 26. “Prizes this year include a Blackstar Grill and cooker and we’ll have bounce attractions and a petting zoo for the kids. It is always a big event.” A group of students put up their tent for the first time at the event for First Breath Initiative. Gabriella Graves explained the group’s purpose. “It is a youth led non-profit initiative. We collect monetary donations and baby items that support mothers in need within the community so we can promote life affirming options. We started up this summer and so far, we have raised $1,500.” “We’re a work in progress but we have a lot of items and did two community drop offs so far so we are getting there,” the 15-year-old who is going into her junior year at Jackson Township High School added. “There are eight of us here today and all of
us are from the high school.” The Stephanie Nicole Parze Foundation attended Jackson Day again this year. “We started this organization to prevent domestic violence shortly after Halloween in 2019,” Erin Pedalino said. That was when Stephanie Parze went missing without a trace. What was known was that she had been assaulted by her then on again off again boyfriend and that he was a person of interest in her disappearance. She was missing for 87 days in Freehold and in that time search groups were formed consisting of hundreds of people. They would later learn that perpetrator took his own life. “We are starting sanctuaries with police departments,” she added. For more details visit snpfoundation.org Township firefighters had their booth and provided two demonstrations during the day. Jackson resident Erika Scala a caring worker at QuickChek was diagnosed recently with a rare and aggressive form of bone cancer requiring major treatment and a long road to recovery. This diagnosis has left her unable to work and with mounting medical bills. Cookies for Cancer was the theme of her table. “I’ve been getting a lot of support from my friends and co-workers,” she said. “I was diagnosed last month and now I’m going through the whole process and scans to make sure it is not in other areas of my body. I am waiting for the results for that. Then I go through the process of
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chemo, surgery. I’ve lived here for 27 years. I am 28.” Pocket Ponies, which was brought to the event in partnership with the Jackson Multicultural Committee provided a small donkey that received a warm welcome and a lot of pets from children and adults. With this being the 250th year of America’s birth, a rather tall Uncle Sam figure made the rounds having his photo taken with children and adults as well. Politics was also part of the day as members of the now three municipal mayor and council race teams manned their respective booths and met with voters for the November 3 election. Democratic Congressional candidate Rachel Peace of District 4 walked around to talk to voters as well and also greeted voters at the Jackson Democratic Club table who had team members present for the municipal race. The Fight for Jackson team were out in force with their candidates and supporters all wearing their team T-shirts at their table while Mayor Jennifer Kuhn and her running mates had a dunk tank at the Jackson GOP table where they took turns getting dunked at $5 a chance with the proceeds going to charities. The event concluded with a drone show at dusk. Meabe said “this was the first time Jackson Day was paid for in its entirety with sponsors. This event was not on the taxpayer’s dime.”
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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY EDITORIAL Make Your Voice Heard, Show Up To Your Community Government Meetings
We are seeing more and more how important it is to speak out and provide your voice and opinion about what is going on around the world, country, state and your municipality. Do research. Ask questions. Offer solutions to problems. Express concerns for the topics that are most important to you and your family. We are lucky to be able to have a say in our government and we should all take advantage of that right. For example, the New Jersey Department of Transportation recently dropped their suggestions on twoway travel on Route 35 North and South, a yearround speed reduction and back-in parking within Lavallette and Ortley Beach following two very well attended hearings in July that featured huge crowds and loud yet polite voices of why those suggestions wouldn’t work.
That message was heard loud and clear. While the recommendations to reduce vehicle and bicycle accidents were well intended, locals knew better that it would have been a disaster if implemented. The NJDOT is now going back to the drawing board on other means to do that such as improved signage, education etc. Likewise, residents in Jackson are clearly letting their voices be heard during Township Council meetings which have grown tremendously during the year and may even result in moving a future meeting to a school auditorium to accommodate the turnout. Some of it may be driven by an important election year but many residents have also simply seen enough to know that they need to become involved in the process of decision making. One meeting not only featured criticism toward the administration and council it also included one speaker
who used their individual five minutes at the microphone by doing a chant and breakdance while another speaker later directed a song of protest toward the mayor. This was done to remind residents that no matter where you live, you need to participate in the process and become knowledgeable about how government works. Being disgusted and angry isn’t enough. Keeping a cool head, concise message and strong focus on the issue you wish to address is important. Drifting off into name calling, accusations and snarky remarks never help your case. Keep that in mind when you walk up to the microphone during a public comment period. Manchester residents showed up in force during a recent council meeting. They not only filled seats they spoke during the public comment period and brought signs that backed up their position that they were opposed to data centers coming into
the community. Council President Michele Zolezi responded with a calm tone, facts and she was able to provide an update that put the audience more at ease although clearly, the public will be watching to see what happens next. Toms River Township Council meetings have also seen large turnouts for a few years now. Many of their meetings have been combative with exchanges between public officials and angry residents. Quite similar to the environment in Jackson but hopefully, cooler heads on both sides of the dais will eventually develop a dialogue where information, ideas and concerns can be exchanged without anyone being removed from the room or a public official storming out of the room. It is important for residents to attend council meetings, Board of Education meetings, Ocean County Board of Commissioners meetings,
Planning Board and Zoning Board meetings. Officials do take notice when their constituents are visibly present at meetings. It beats a petition (although those are important too) or an email/letter or for certain municipalities, like Stafford, Lacey, Toms River, Brick, Jackson and Plumsted, watching it online at home. That said, at least a virtual audience is better than not being able to make it at all but being in a seat at town hall shows your direct interest. Make your voice heard but also keep an open mind to learning how your local government works. Sometimes there are reasons why things you’d think were logical don’t happen. It often involves the authority that a particular governing body has and the regulations. It is also important though to question your elected officials. Don’t feel foolish asking any question that is on your mind whether it be a pointed question on municipal, school
district or county spending right up to what happened to the podium that you used during the public comment period and is now missing. You are a taxpayer. Your questions are valid and most likely, others in your community want to know the answers as well. Granted the ultimate voice you have is exercising your right to vote come November 3 and you should never miss that opportunity no matter whether you vote by mail or in person. Beyond that, make sure you stop by a meeting of your community’s governing body. Become more familiar with the public officials at the dais whether you voted for them or not. The issues they are discussing and voting on are important so don’t be shy if you have a question or three about what they are doing. Your voice matters!
it as kangaroo hearing. An attorney that received this letter on March 30,2026 refused to sign and return the receipt to the send. I believe this attorney should have federal charges brought against him for tampering with United States mail. Or even the mail person who delivered the mail and did not get receipt signed and returned. I allege there was no mention of me at either the open or closed-door session, other than a council vote about my removal during the open session. As of April 26th, 2026. I have not received the requested tapes, prompting the question of whether the withholding of these tapes was ordered by the shadow mayor. Witnesses were called whom I have never heard of in my fifteen years at town hall. Another issue is alleged double dipping: it is questioned whether the attorney for the hearing, who is also listed on the township rolls, is being paid twice - once for the hear-
ing and once as department head. These circumstances suggest possible conflicts of interest, conduct unbecoming, or even collusion. Zoning Board of Adjustment Conflict: I believe the Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting held on March 25, 2026, involved a definite conflict of interest. 1. This case should have been assigned to another district. 2. The mayor’s full-time job is as a loan officer, which may involve dealings with developers and individuals. 3. The applicant’s son is vice chairman of the board, potentially exerting major influence within the board - even if he recused himself from the application. Call for Investigation: How deep do we need to go and uncover such workings now?
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR A Solution To The Housing Shortage Hello Governor Sherrill, Concerning your solution to the housing shortage in New Jersey: Please let me make a suggestion as a partial solution before you blanket our small state with numerous housing develop-
ments. As there are approximately half a million illegal people in New Jersey you should work with the federal government first to move them out and send them back home. This will surely reduce the number of new homes needed resulting in less crowding, less burden on us, New Jersey residents.
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Berkeley Bomb Shell
On Monday, March 30, 2026, while on my way to meet the mayor, I passed the breakroom on the second floor of town hall. In that moment, I allegedly overheard two employees discussing the clerk who had destroyed public property - specifically, the Berkeley Times edition dated March 28, 2026. This individual is the same person mentioned in my editorial. Page 14 of the township handbook states, “Theft of property from co-workers, patrons, or the agency” is cause for dismissal, with the agency in this case being the Berkeley Times. Despite this clear policy, the employee in question is still employed. The Berkeley Times delivers to town hall weekly and published my editorial.
Given these circumstances, either the Department of Community Affairs (DCA) or the State Attorney General should investigate the actions of this and earlier administrations. Town hall is equipped with video surveillance, and the relevant tapes should be reviewed. However, there is a concern that the tapes may have been destroyed to cover up the incident. This raises the question of whether the clerk is being protected by a “shadow mayor.” Township Hearing and Allegations of Impropriety: A hearing was scheduled by the township on March 24, 2026, to discuss my removal. The lead attorney assigned to oversee the hearing was sending emails throughout the day, including communications with potential witnesses. I sent a registered letter with return receipt for the tapes under OPRA for both the open and closed-door sessions, which I did not attend because I viewed
Ed Gudaitis Ex-Zoning Board Appointed Secretary for 15 years, Berkeley
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Spotlight On Government Correspondence & Commentary From Your Local, County, State & Federal Officials
A Legislator Doesn’t Have To Legislate To Get Things Done Capitol Comments Assemblyman Alex Sauickie
TRENTON - Elected officials tend to do a lot of talking, but as I’ve said before, it’s often the listening that helps get things done. That was the case with a run-of-themill, but ultimately consequential, meeting I had a few months ago. As a member of the Assembly committee that handles electric utilities, among other things, I meet often with people who work in various parts of the industry. While it’s an opportunity for them to speak with a legislator with the hope of convincing him of their point of view, it’s also an opportunity for me, as a legislator, to learn more about the issues and where people stand. In the earlier part of this year, I took a meeting with some people in the industry, and it was very educational. While most of the meeting was about other matters, they mentioned that there’s a law on the books that requires a public hearing and a ratepayer relief plan when certain conditions are met. I don’t want to get into too much uninteresting detail, but the basics are these: New
Jersey is part of an association of states that collectively address purported global warming in part by making power producers pay the states money when they emit too much “warming” gasses. The amount they have to pay is based on an auction that takes place periodically. But because the writers of the law knew that these payments can increase customers’ bills, they included a provision requiring a public hearing and a ratepayer relief plan if those payments go above a certain amount for two consecutive auctions. I hadn’t heard of this before, and didn’t recall any such ratepayer relief plan. I checked and found that the “trigger” for this provision had been reached in 2021. I asked the Legislature’s nonpartisan research arm, the Office of Legislative Services, if there was any information on whether and when such a hearing was held or ratepayer relief plan issued. The response was that they could find no publicly available information on either requirement having been met. So in May I wrote a letter to the heads of the two agencies involved, the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and the Board of Public Utilities (BPU), to ask for any information they had on the subject.
I received an email response saying they would look into it. After a month had passed without a substantive response, I contacted their offices again to see if there had been any progress. I don’t recall a response to that at all. However, some weeks after that, I received a response from the governor’s office. Actually, it was sort of a response. It was a polite, professional email, but didn’t specifically acknowledge me or my office as having gotten the ball rolling on this. It said that they “recently became aware” of the law’s requirements. I wonder how. But that’s OK, because they were giving me a heads-up about the coming announcement that the two agencies would hold the required hearing, and were already working on an action plan for ratepayer relief. Results for ratepayers are what’s important here, not who gets the credit for starting things off. The email also welcomed my participation in the process, which I will be happy to do. I have many proposals that would provide relief to power customers, some of which could have a positive effect immediately. I intend to participate in the hearing and continue pressing the administration for permanent reductions in energy costs. Hours after I received that email, the BPU followed through with the announcement
about the hearing and said the administration would “present” an action plan for customer relief. It wasn’t clear if the plan would be presented at the public hearing or at some other time. The BPU said the official hearing date will be announced in September. While it would be nice if it could happen sooner, many people are paying attention to other things besides the news in the summer, and it’s my hope that there will be more public participation after summer is traditionally over. It’s a shame that ratepayers have been getting hammered by electric bills while a law specifically requiring the state to develop a relief plan was apparently collecting dust. But at least soon we will all get a look at such a plan, and make our opinions known. A hearing and an action plan are a start, but families don’t need another government exercise that ends with a report sitting on a shelf. They need lower electric bills. I’m glad they “found” the law. Now let’s find the savings. 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), Instagram (@AssemblymanAlex), X (@ AlexSauickie), and TikTok (@AssemblymanAlex) or visit his website at AssemblymanAlex.com.
Update And Statement On False Voting Registration Issue From The Desk Of The
Governor Mikie Sherrill TRENTON - “My Administration has continued to move aggressively to fix the error at the Motor Vehicle Commission under the previous administration, to correct our voter rolls, and to protect the voting rights of eligible New Jerseyans. I said we would conduct a thorough, complete, and fair investigation, and that is exactly what we are doing. Because that is what accountable government looks like. My commitment to the people of New Jersey is to confront this issue with the urgency it deserves, so we have strong and fair elections. “That stands in contrast to the Trump Administration and Republicans, whose only interest has been in trying to use this issue
for political gain. “I am grateful to everyone who has been working around the clock on remediation efforts and reviewing our records with a finetoothed comb, to preserve the integrity of our voter rolls, and ensure that our elections remain free and fair.” Update Summary: Since July 21, when this issue was first brought to light, the Sherrill Administration has moved swiftly to review records and identify affected individuals. The Statewide Voter Registration System was briefly taken offline so the Division of Elections could copy and preserve the system and then modify the status of individuals impacted by the system error. The Administration is now sharing the figures from the review and the updates that have been made to the system below. Approximately 5,100 registered individ-
uals have been placed in deleted status in the system, since they were only registered because of the system error and had no other registration or attestation to their eligibility to register to vote (i.e., additional transactions in the system that would bring up voter questions or request declarations on voter eligibility, such as renewing a driver’s license). These individuals have been removed from New Jersey voter rolls because they were placed on the rolls in error. Approximately 1,450 registered individuals have had their registration status changed to rejected to prevent them from voting pending additional review. They have been referred to county election officials for that review. These are individuals who were impacted by the system error but have separate voter registrations, attestations, or transactions in the system, such that further review is required to determine whether these individuals are eligible and should be registered. Everyone
in this modified status will not be able to vote until their record is resolved and their eligibility is verified. As stated previously, fewer than 400 approximately 340 - of those newly registered as a result of the system error voted. In addition, the State has identified approximately 220 individuals who were affected by the software error and voted, but who also had previous voter registration or separate attestations to eligibility that are indicative of valid registrations. The State is referring this group of people to county officials for appropriate review to ensure all eligible voters are not disenfranchised. All remaining record changes and removals will occur at the county level. The Administration has directed county officials to complete their examinations before voting begins, ensuring that ineligible individuals are removed from the voter rolls and that eligible voters are not disenfranchised. The State’s investigation into how this error occurred is ongoing.
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was for the property to serve a public purpose through the MUA.” He added, “I do not believe that the intention was for the property to be sold 16 years later and potentially opened up for development. I would support asking the MUA to return the property.” Palmeri said he believed “we should request that the property back to the township for the same amount the MUA paid in 2010. In my opinion that would be a fair and good faith resolution between the MUA and Jackson Township and would keep the property in public hands.” “I think everyone is in agreement with what you just said,” Council President Mordechai Burnstein stated. He said he had spoken with members of council and the director of the MUA. “The MUA bought it. It was $900,000 for multiple lots. This lot was actually about $24-$25,000 which about a 200 or even higher percent increase in assessed value. It went from $24,000 to nearly 2.2 or 2.3 million dollars,” Burnstein explained. “We have already asked our attorney to draft a letter to the MUA requesting they return it for that value and obviously we will try our hardest and put that into our negotiations to try to ensure the land is not developed and see what other options exist for that land,” he said. A week later Burnstein reported that he, Palmeri,
The Jackson Times, August 29, 2026, Page 7 and Business Administrator Charles Terefenko met with Jackson Township MUA Chairman Todd Porter, Executive Director Terrence Roman, and Assistant Executive Director James Diaz regarding the land. Burnstein said “both parties believe that a mutually agreeable resolution can be reached in the near future, with the best interests of Jackson Township residents remaining the top priority.” “I believe that the land should be conveyed back to the township in order to protect our environment,” Councilman Nino Borrelli said. “It’s in the Pinelands which is in a very sensitive area of our town. I think the Pinelands (Commission) should be reached out to about this issue. It should be rightfully conveyed back to the township.” Councilman Kenneth Bressi said “if you look at the maps behind the MUA property you are going to see two parcels that the township owns” and others from residents. “I think you need to look at what’s next to it and what is planned to be built right next to it.” Councilman Chris Pollak noted the discussion at the council meeting made for “a nice moment of unity within the council.” He thanked Palmeri for his looking into the matter and supported what he said in relation to what should happen with the MUA property surplus. Additional updates are expected and according to Burnstein “will be provided as discussions progress.”
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it to me that we are having a situation where sometimes cars are towed and people will give their credit card number over the phone and they cancel it after or they say it wasn’t their credit card and we’re having a lot of fraud. This would require them to do it in person and would allow for the option of putting on an additional fee, if necessary,” Burnstein added. Nelson will establish lists of persons or firms who shall be utilized by her Police Department to provide towing and wrecking services for abandoned or wrecked vehicles. Two lists shall be maintained. One list will main-
second list shall be maintained for medium- and heavy-duty vehicles and this list shall be comprised of a maximum of two towing operators. In establishing the two lists, Nelson may give first preference to those persons or firms who are presently utilized by the department for this service. All other operators shall be given preference based upon the date of application filed by them. It is expressly set forth that no person or firm shall have any right or expectation to reappointment or continued appointment to either of the two lists based off prior appointment, continued appointment, or length of service.
Tin Can Sailors Seek New Members
TOMS RIVER - The Tin Can Sailors Association of New Jersey is seeking out new members. The group is made up of veterans and is a heritage organization dedicated to preserving the legacy, service, and traditions of those who served at sea. Chartered as a squadron of Tin Can Sailors, Inc., the National Association of Destroyer Veterans, the organization brings together veterans, family members, supporters, and others with an interest in naval service, maritime history, and fellowship. Despite the “destroyer” theme, the chapter has a highly inclusive membership policy. They welcome: veterans and active-duty personnel; anyone who served in any type of ship or shore command - not just destroyers; all sea services and personnel from the U.S. Navy, Coast Guard, Merchant Marines, or Military Sealift Command (including foreign sea services). Family members of living or deceased veterans, naval historians, model builders, and anyone passionate about supporting historic fleets. There are monthly meetings featuring fel-
lowship, discussion, and occasional guest presentations. It allows for members to share their experiences and preserve the stories of naval and maritime service. There is also a newsletter called The Binnacle, a membership card and members participate in social events, commemorations, and community activities. Meetings are held on the third Wednesday of each month at noon at George P. Vanderveer American Legion Post #129, 2025 Church Road, Toms River and lunch may be purchased from the Post kitchen. If you are interested in attending meetings but daytime hours make it difficult, let the membership know. If enough members are interested, an evening meeting may be scheduled. Annual dues is $20 and prospective members are warmly invited to attend a meeting, learn more about the organization, consider joining in support of naval service, remembrance, and fellowship. For further information, call (732) 630-1855; email commander@tcs-desvets-nj. org, or visit the group’s website at: tcs-desvetsnj.org/
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Volunteers Have Cats Available For Adoption her home for over 6 years! She does not live well with dogs, so she has gone her separate ways with her previous owner. This did not ruin her spirit; she is a true sweethear t with so much love to give. She loves all humans and calm kitties. Julia is very vocal; she lets you know when she wants attention. Julia will snuggle beside you ever y night in bed. She just pur rs away! Please send in your application to give this lovable angel her second chance at a loving forever home! To help humanely lower the feline population, they spay and neuter feral cats and Photo courtesy Calling All Cats then find homes for the friendly adults and the JACKSON – Calling All Cats is a cat offspring that have been born. The rescue rescue group made up of volunteers, some works extremely hard to find the best of whom work at a spay and neuter clinic. homes for cats of all shapes, sizes, colors People would drop off unwanted cats. As and ages. While these cats wait, they are a group, they save the babies that are left cared for in safe, loving, and nurturing alone, the countless mothers that have had foster homes numerous litters and those that are losing To start the application process, visit or have lost their home. Calling All Cats on Facebook and PetJulia was returned to us after being in finder.com.
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Senior Center Invites Residents To Weekly Ceramics Sessions
JACKSON – The township senior center is encouraging residents to take part in ceramics classes offered twice a week at the center. Classes are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., with an instructor on site to guide participants. Officials said the program gives attendees a chance to explore ceramics in a hands-on
setting while connecting with others at the senior center. Residents interested in signing up for ceramics or learning more about other activities offered at the center can call 732-928-2313. Registration assistance is available Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Vocalist Revisits The Hits Of 1976
JACKSON – Jazz vocalist Maggie Worsdale will perform “Maggie Worsdale Sings the Hits of 1976” at 6:30 p.m. September 14 at the Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Library. The program will revisit songs from the nation’s bicentennial year, when disco, outlaw country and soft rock were helping shape popular music. Worsdale will bring a jazz-influenced approach to well-known
selections from the era. Songs expected to be featured include “Isn’t She Lovely,” “New York State of Mind” and “Don’t Go Breaking My Heart.” The free program is sponsored by the Ocean County Library Foundation. Registration opens August 15 and is required at tinyurl.com/WorsdaleOCL, by calling 732-928-4400 or by visiting the branch at 2 Jackson Drive.
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Fire Company Connects With Residents At National Night Out JACKSON – Membe r s of Ja ck son Township Volunteer Fire Company No. 1, Station 55, joined residents for the community’s National Night Out celebration. Firefighters greeted visitors and spoke with com mu nit y members during the annual event, which brings residents together with local first responders. The fire company than ked ever yone who stopped by its display and showed support for Station 55.
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Town Expands Rental Property Inspections
JACKSON – The township has entered the third phase of its campaign targeting illegal and unsafe rental properties, with additional inspectors being assigned to accelerate enforcement. Jackson’s Rental Safety Bureau has completed more than 320 inspections to determine whether rental properties comply with local safety, maintenance and occupancy regulations. Mayor Jennifer Kuhn said the township intends to inspect every rental unit by the end of December. “This has always been about protecting our residents and preserving the quality of life in our neighborhoods,” Kuhn said. “We are adding in-
spectors, increasing enforcement and making sure every rental property is held to the same standards.” The bureau was created to uncover illegal rental activity, correct unsafe living conditions and ensure properties are properly maintained. Landlords who refuse to cooperate or fail to correct violations may face court action, according to the township. Kuhn thanked residents who have reported neighborhood concerns and said officials will continue using their authority to protect tenants, neighboring property owners and Jackson’s residential communities.
Wine Event to Benefit United Way
HOLMDEL – The United for Impact Wine Event will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. September 10 at Patricia’s of Holmdel to support United Way of Monmouth and Ocean Counties. Sam the Sommelier of Cambridge Wines will lead guests through a tasting of wellknown California wines and small-production selections. The evening will focus
on Napa Valley wines, industry trends and stories from the wine world. Guests can also test their knowledge during an interactive “Can You Speak Napa?” game featuring current wine terminology and tasting-room expressions. The event is presented on behalf of Carol Stillwell and Stillwell-Hansen Inc. Tickets are available at shorturl.at/mW10V.
AMVETS Plans Annual Pig Roast
JACKSON – AMVETS Post 2 will hold its annual pig roast from 1 to 6 p.m. September 12 at 1290 Toms River Road. The menu will feature roasted pig, clams, corn on the cob, handmade salads, sausage with peppers and onions, barbecue chicken,
hamburgers and hot dogs. Some beverages will also be included. Live music will be provided by Full Tilt. Tickets are $35 per person. Those who purchase tickets by September 5 will receive a $5 discount.
Farmer’s Market Now Open
JACKSON – The Market at Adventure Crossing is now open at 515 Monmouth Road. The outdoor market runs Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. through October 24 and includes local produce, food vendors and handmade merchandise.
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Around The Jersey Shore Unlikely Relationships In Wildlife; Our Role: To Respect Them By Renee A. Thomaier Retired New Jersey State Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator Many people share their homes with more than one kind of pet, such as cats, dogs, rabbits, and birds. In the wild, such animals might be predators and/or prey, but at home some domestics live peacefully among one another. Wildlife shows similar examples of mutualism, where both species benefit from their interaction. Let’s look at a few. Ravens often interact playfully with wolves, sometimes tugging their tails or joining aerial games. They may also help wolves find food in exchange for leftovers, showing how different species can benefit from cooperation. In Antarctica, leopard seals sometimes play gently with penguins instead of hunting them. This unusual behavior reveals a playful side of predator-prey relationships in nature. Dolphins and seals have been observed playing together in the open ocean, engaging in chases and other social behaviors. These interactions highlight marine mammals’ playful nature and ability, socializing beyond their own species. On the savannah, zebras and rhinos sometimes form an unlikely alliance: zebras alert rhinos to danger, while rhinos offer protection. This relationship shows how different species can adapt and coexist. In South Africa, an orphaned elephant at a
wildlife rehabilitation center formed a close bond with a sheep. After being separated from its herd because of poaching, the elephant found comfort in the sheep’s presence, and the two began spending time together. Their companionship shows how connection can help heal after trauma. The wild world is full of surprising examples of connections that go beyond basic survival instincts. These stories broaden our understanding of animal behavior and suggest that meaningful bonds are not unique to humans. They also remind us to value compassion, companionship, and harmony among ourselves. Wildlife surrounds us, from mammals and birds to insects and microorganisms, all helping sustain the ecosystems we rely all upon. Yet as cities and suburbs expand, displacing wildlife by destroying habitats, removing food sources, and reshaping the environment for our own needs, has become habit. As custodians of our planet, let’s at least consider the importance of them in our own neighborhoods. Information for this article comes from various sources, so statistics may differ. For inquiries, call/leave a message at 732-2442768. It is illegal to possess, relocate, or cause harm to wildlife for any reason. Managing wildlife without state and/or federal permits is illegal. Violators are subject to legal penalties.
Ocean County Adds Nearly $449K For Senior Services TOMS RIVER – Ocean County officials have approved nearly $449,000 in additional Older Americans Act funding to expand programs aimed at helping seniors remain safe, independent and connected to essential services. The Ocean County Board of Commissioners approved the midyear allocation of $448,987, along with additional county support, for programs administered by the Ocean County Office of Senior Services. The money will help fund services ranging from meal programs and transportation to emergency assistance, home improvements, legal help and technology designed to improve safety for older residents. Commissioner Robert Arace, liaison to the Office of Senior Services, said Ocean County is home to more than 200,000 seniors, a population that continues to increase. He said maintaining programs that allow older residents to remain independent and safely age in their communities is a county priority. Commissioners approved the funding distribution during their Aug. 19 meeting. The largest portion, $194,203, will support the Home Delivered Meals program. Another
$137,215 will go toward a collection of services that includes emergency assistance, transportation, social visits, housekeeping, recreation, physical activity and respite care. Officials also allocated $45,000 for congregate nutrition programs and $22,213 for home repairs. Legal services will receive $20,000, while another $20,000 will support assistive technology, including personal emergency response systems and lock boxes. An additional $10,356 was designated for evidence-based physical activity programs. Senior Services programs supported by the funding can also help residents facing food insecurity, past-due rent or temporary housing needs, as well as seniors who require accessibility modifications to their homes or transportation to medical and other appointments. County officials estimate the additional funding will allow the Office of Senior Services to reach about 500 more residents. Arace said directing resources toward transportation, food access, social isolation and accessible housing is part of the county’s effort to improve safety and quality of life for its aging population.
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the ecosystem itself. “Methane receives far less public attention than carbon dioxide, yet it traps more than 80 times as much heat over the short term,” she said. “Healthy salt marshes naturally store carbon, filter water, and protect our coastline, but rising sea levels and warming temperatures are changing the microbial communities beneath the surface. I want to investigate whether biotechnology can work alongside these natural biological processes to help keep these ecosystems healthy.” Alexandra will collect sediment from the Cattus Island salt marsh in six custom-built containers that will allow her to recreate conditions under controlled settings. She will then introduce a synthetic peptide to see if it can strengthen electron-transfer pathways in the marsh. The idea is to see if it could encourage iron-reducing bacteria to compete better against methane-producing microbes. This would potentially reduce methane emissions in a relatively natural way. Further Impact Although Alexandra’s experiment focuses mostly on methane, it could lead to greater understanding of the marsh habitat. A healthier and more productive marsh can support the larger environmental system around it, from the microorganisms in its sediment to the animals that depend
said. “The marsh isn’t just one thing. It’s an entire world of life.” A Family Connection Alexandra is searching for a way to protect the future of the environment after being taught to respect it in her past. Her grandmother, Pamela, was one of her closest mentors. She introduced Alexandra to gardening, encouraged her curiosity about the natural world and taught her about the environmental problems facing the planet. Before she passed away, Alexandra says her grandmother left her with a simple mission: find ways to protect the planet. That mission has stayed with her. “Every flower I smell, every garden trip I take, and every smile I see, I think of her,” she said. “I want to accomplish what her last words for me were - to reach my dreams no matter what it took.” How To Help Alexandra has developed the project independently with guidance from scientific mentors and extensive review of primary scientific literature. Because the research requires specialized biotechnology equipment, peptide synthesis, environmental monitoring instruments, and laboratory materials beyond what is typically available to an individual high school researcher, she launched a crowdfunding campaign through Experiment. com to help make the project possible.
Photo courtesy Alexandra Kanterezhi-Gatto Alexandra Kanterezhi-Gatto is developing an independent research project focused on methane emissions and the health of New Jersey’s tidal marshes. As of press time, the campaign has raised just over $2,000 toward its $3,800 goal. With the campaign entering its final days, Alexandra is still working to close the remaining gap. For her, community support means more than simply paying for laboratory supplies. It means allowing a local student to ask a question about a local ecosystem - and actually giving her the chance to find out whether her idea works. She hopes that the project can eventually contribute to a larger conversation about how communities protect wetlands, preserve biodiversity and respond to climate change.
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Hearing aids do much more than improve communication. Research continues to show a strong connection between hearing health and cognitive well-being. Treating hearing loss may help support overall brain function as we age. Recent research has found that people who wear their hearing aids consistently experience greater cognitive benefits than those who wear them only occasionally or not at all. Successful outcomes depend on proper fitting and daily use. When hearing loss goes untreated, the brain works harder to understand speech. This extra listening effort may leave fewer mental resources available for memory, attention, and thinking. Communication difficulties may also contribute to social withdrawal, which has been linked with cognitive
decline. Hearing aids improve access to speech and environmental sounds, reduce listening effort, and help people stay engaged with family, friends, and everyday activities. The greatest benefits occur when hearing aids are worn consistently during waking hours. If you already wear hearing aids, use them every day. If you have been delaying treatment, this research provides another important reason to have your hearing evaluated sooner rather than later. Dr. Izzy and his Staff are always available to provide answers to all of your hearing care needs. Feel free to visit www.gardenstatehearing.com or call 732-451-3962. We Hear You & We are Here for You!
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Blood Drives Planned Across Ocean County
TOMS RIVER – The American Red Cross will hold a series of blood drives throughout Ocean County in September, giving residents several opportunities to donate at community locations. The month’s schedule begins September 2 from 1 to 6 p.m. at the Days Hotel by Wyndham Toms River, 290 Route 37 East, sponsored by Toms River Community. A drive will follow September 3 from noon to 5 p.m. at VFW Post 9503, 383 Veterans Blvd., Bayville, sponsored by Crossroads Realty. Donations will also be accepted September 4 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Holiday City South Clubhouse A, 139 Santiago Drive, Berkeley, sponsored by Knights of Columbus St. Maximilian Kolbe Council 10899. Additional drives are scheduled September
12 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Reserve of Lake Ridge, 707 Hollybrook Lane, Manchester, and September 16 from 1 to 6 p.m. at the Days Hotel by Wyndham Toms River, 290 Route 37 East. The schedule continues September 21 from 1 to 6 p.m. at Moose Lodge 399, 1801 Bay Blvd., Seaside Heights; September 22 from 2 to 7 p.m. at Brick Elks Lodge 2151, 2491 Old Hooper Ave.; and September 29 from 1 to 6 p.m. at Brick Presbyterian Church, 111 Drum Point Road. A whole-blood donation generally takes about an hour and collects approximately one pint. Donors may review available appointment times and registration information at redcrossblood.org.
CycleNation Seeks Teams for Charity Ride POINT PLEASANT – Cycling enthusiasts, businesses and community groups are invited to form teams for CycleNation New Jersey, a stationary-bike fundraiser benefiting heart and stroke research. The event will begin at 5 p.m. September 10 at Crest Pointe Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center, 1515 Hulse Road. Riders of all experience levels can participate while overlooking the Point Pleasant Canal and will have access to hydration stations, light
snacks and a post-ride happy hour. Advance registration is required, and minimum fundraising requirements apply to individuals and teams. Proceeds will support the American Heart Association and its American Stroke Association division. Crest Pointe, an American Heart Association Heart Failure Certified Skilled Nursing Center, will host the event. For registration information, email nnjcyclenation@heart. org or call 718-619-6147.
Why Stress Can Leave The Door Open To A Cold By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. This week, I have a cold. Cough, sore throat, postnasal drip—the usual uninvited guests. My husband has it too, and so does my daughter. We’ve spent a lot of time together lately during an unusually stressful period for our family, so the simplest explanation is that one of us picked up a respiratory virus and generously shared it with the others! But it got the pharmacist in me thinking: Does significant stress make us more vulnerable to getting sick? Apparently, it can. In a fascinating study published in the New England Journal of Medicine, researchers evaluated psychological stress in healthy volunteers and then exposed them to respiratory viruses. As stress levels increased, so did rates of infection. Stress doesn’t create a virus. You still have to encounter one. But prolonged stress can change how effectively your immune system responds once that virus shows up. During prolonged stress, cortisol and adrenaline signaling can alter the activity of T cells, natural killer (NK) cells and macrophages - immune cells involved in recognizing viruses, coordinating immune responses, and clearing infected cells. Stress can also alter cytokines, the chemical messengers immune cells use to communicate. It can dysregulate the response, increasing some inflammatory signals while making certain antiviral defenses less efficient. Add poor sleep, disrupted meals and emotional exhaustion, and you’ve created less-than-ideal conditions for recovery. Let’s talk about my very unexciting cold arsenal next I’m keeping things pretty
simple. I’ve been using loratadine once daily for the drainage and fluticasone for nasal inflammation. Cepacol numbing lozenges help when my throat gets really sore. I’m also gargling warm salt water. The basic recipe is ½ teaspoon salt in 8 ounces of warm water. Gargle and spit it out. On the nutritional side, I’ve been taking vitamin C with DHQ, Immune Script at night and Mito B during the day. Mito B gave me a niacin flush one day - warmth, redness, and tingling. Harmless for many people, but let’s just say I didn’t particularly need my vitamins adding special effects this month. Honey may soothe a cough and irritated throat (but never give honey to a baby under one). Saline nasal spray is another inexpensive option for loosening mucus. Zinc lozenges may modestly shorten a cold when started early, although zinc can cause nausea. Avoid intranasal zinc because of its association with loss of smell. Echinacea and elderberry are popular, but the evidence is mixed. Natural doesn’t automatically mean proven, or harmless. Most uncomplicated colds improve with time, fluids and rest. But seek medical attention for trouble breathing, chest pain, dehydration, persistent fever, symptoms lasting more than about 10 days without improvement, or symptoms that improve and then suddenly worsen. Want to know more? I wrote a longer version of this article with more about cortisol, postnasal drip, essential oils, herbs, OTC medications and how to know when a cough needs medical attention. Visit suzycohen.com and search for key terms like cold, flu, or cough.
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By: Michael J. Deem, Esq. R.C. Shea & Associates Anyone who has lived in Ocean County for more than a year knows the county has two personalities. There is the version where you can make a left onto Fischer Boulevard without thinking about it, and there is the version that starts the Friday before Memorial Day. The summer version has drivers who have never seen that intersection before. They’re looking for a street sign, or a parking spot, or the beach badge stand, and they’re doing it while the car behind them wants to go. They brake late. They turn from the wrong lane. They make three-point turns on Route 35 because they missed the house. None of this makes them bad people. A driver who is lost is a driver who is distracted, and Ocean County fills up every June with people who are, by definition, unfamiliar with the roads. What changes for the rest of us is the arithmetic. The same left turn you’ve made a thousand times now happens in traffic that behaves differently. Kids on bikes near the boardwalk move in ways that make sense to a ten-year-old and to nobody else. A car pulling out of a rental driveway at 5 p.m. in July is not the same event it was in February. The crashes we handle from June through August aren’t usually dramatic. They’re intersections. They’re rear-end collisions in
stop-and-go traffic on Route 37 East. They’re a pedestrian in a crosswalk that a visiting driver didn’t expect to be there. There’s a second thing summer changes, and most people don’t think about it until they’re in it. The other driver often lives somewhere else. The car may be a rental, or borrowed from a cousin’s house down the shore, or insured under a policy written in another state with different rules than ours. The exchange of information at the scene matters more than usual, because tracking someone down in October who was here for a week in July is harder than it sounds. Get the plate, the license, and the insurance card. Photograph all three if the other driver is agreeable, and photograph the plate regardless. • Drive the summer roads like you’re a stranger too. Leave earlier than you need to. Assume the car ahead is about to do something that makes no sense, because there’s a decent chance it is. • If a summer crash has already happened to you, call us at 732-505-1212. The conversation costs nothing and obligates you to nothing, and we’ll tell you honestly whether you have a case worth pursuing, including when you don’t. • Michael J. Deem, Esq., is Certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Civil Trial Attorney.
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Library Announces Labor Day Closures
TOMS RIVER – All Ocean County Library branches and reading centers will be closed September 6 and 7 in observance of Labor Day. Regular operating hours will resume
September 8. Patrons may continue using the library’s online databases, eMagazines, eBooks, streaming video and audio, and digital classes at theoceancountylibrary.org.
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Around The Jersey Shore Star Trek Celebration Beams Down To Seaside Heights Boardwalk And Beach
JERSEY SHORE - The Jersey Shore Chapter of Starfleet: The International Star Trek Fan Association (SFI) is celebrating the 60th anniversary of Star Trek on August 30 on the boardwalk and oceanfront of Seaside Heights from 4 to 10 p.m. The Star Trek franchise has inspired generations through its innovative storytelling, multiple series, films and books - to count only a few of the medias it has touched since 1966. SFI has been a part of that adventure since 1974, founded by enthusiastic Star Trek fans across the globe from its foundations in the United States across to Europe and out to Japan and Australia. There are very few places (if any) that this iconic show hasn’t been experienced. The USS Challenger formed in 1988 and
meets monthly in Seaside Heights and is made up primarily of fans in Ocean and Monmouth counties. The Challenger is among 200 SFI chapters that boast a membership of 4,700 members worldwide. Chapters are actively putting together their own program of events this year to mark the celebration. The USS Challenger, in partnership with the Borough of Seaside Heights, is hosting a Star Trek 60th anniversary celebration. There will be vendors on the boardwalk near the Franklin Avenue stage that will feature comic book and science fiction inspired merchandise as well as a table featuring members of the USS Challenger. Brick resident Steven Lance, who appeared as an extra in the very first Star Trek feature
film released in 1979, “Star Trek: The Motion Picture” will be a special guest and will sign autographs and talk to Star Trek fans about his experience on the set of the film and his friendships with cast members as well as his years hosting the early Star Trek fan conventions. Two early Star Trek episodes will be shown at dusk on the borough’s beach, “Man Trap” the first episode shown on NBC on Sept. 8, 1966 and the second episode “Charlie X.” Ortley Beach resident Bob Vosseller has served as the chapter chairman or “captain” of the USS Challenger chapter for all 38 years of its existence and is a lifelong Star Trek fan. “This is an incredible time to be a fan of Star Trek and everything that it represents. Gene Roddenberry created an enduring and positive view of the future which has attracted world-
wide praise and interest. Through SFI and our chapter we are able to celebrate its legacy as one giant global community.” “Star Trek fans are a truly welcoming community of diverse individuals and there is something for everyone - whether they’re a lifelong fan who was there from the beginning or a young cadet taking their first Star Trek steps alongside a Trekking parent,” Vosseller said. “We thank the Borough of Seaside Heights for providing this special venue and allowing us to bring this fandom celebration to the Jersey Shore on August 30.” For information about the event visit usschallenger.org, email usschallengerco@ gmail.com or check out the USS Challenger Facebook page. You can also visit the Seaside Heights website at seaside-heightsnj.org/
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Across 1 Bread component, casually 5 __ toast 10 Research sites 14 Ingredient in some superfood smoothies 15 Classic cookies 16 Assessment, briefly 17 Presentation on an organic flytrap? 19 Sam Cooke’s “__ Little Love” 20 Book that details the origin of Passover 21 Time with a therapist 23 Went out with 24 Presentation on how to generate chemistry when matchmaking? 26 Postpone 28 Hermana del padre 29 Part of a one-two punch 32 Had a bite 33 MSNBC host Jen
37 Presentation on hot dogs? 42 Divided Asian peninsula 43 Seemingly forever 44 Lots of noise 45 Ozs. and lbs. 47 Sacks 50 Presentation on recycling? 54 Slip past 58 “Faster!” 59 Brunch order 60 Potatoes, in South Asian cuisine 61 Presentation on the Indiana WNBA team? 64 Pixar protagonist who has one small fin and one large fin 65 Liechtenstein currency 66 Like Southern California skies during June Gloom 67 Wax-wrapped cheese 68 Gets together? 69 Corridor
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OMARR’S ASTROLOGICAL FOR THE WEEK OF AUG 9 - SEPT 4 BY JERALDINE SAUNDERS FORECAST ARIES (March 21-April 19): Monday is a below-zero day with below-zero odds, if you can’t do it today, Tuesday is the best day remaining in August for a meetup, launch, submission, or starting something new if your personal transits also line up. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Inner creativity or artistry could yearn to come forth, the next month could be an exciting time on a creative level. Separate those with genuine talent from those just running their game. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Focus on home for the next few weeks. When all is aligned, home can be a sanctuary and charging station to provide respite as well as building the energy to re-engage with the world. Brainstorm improvements. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Someone close could have needed skills or answers now; you might be impressed. Find worthy sources of information to expand your mind; bypass posers and those invested in ego display. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You could be of a mind to develop a financial plan — Tuesday is a much better day to launch that today or Monday. Also, you might get some pushback, be aware. Trust that you have the talent needed now. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Your artistry could be lit for a couple of days; creatives could have lots of top-level inspiration to work from. If you’ve felt invisible for a while that could change abruptly — expect more attention for the next few weeks.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Home could feel like magic now, both in the daily vibe and the way it can serve as your launch pad for greatness. Tune into this, it’s wonderful but fleeting. A cycle of growth work could set you on a higher timeline. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Even if you’re an introvert, the next month or so could find you feeling more social. It’s also a time that networking could be especially useful. Share your joys and victories with those who care. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): This isn’t the moment to make financial changes or to sign up for any kind of investment. There could be lots of glitter but little if any actual gold for the next two days at least. Focus on building career. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Your skills could be in high demand, or just the ability to teach what you know. It’s a time to expand your horizons and also to share what you’ve learned. Plant seeds to disseminate knowledge. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Tune in to your personal wins whether large or small and throw yourself a victory lap. You deserve it! Next up could be to dismantle an illusion or two that holds you back. Build up finances in the background. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Your focus could be on close relationships for the next few weeks, whether romantic or business partnerships, a housemate, or a pet. An acquaintance could seem especially impressive but keep your nonsense detector switched to ‘on.’
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THE ULTIMATE SUMMER FRITTATA Diane Rossen Worthington While the heat continues to pound us from coast to coast, I cook as simply as possible. No long simmering stews orsoups for me. I am moving toward no-cook chilled soups, chilled precooked salmon orshrimp, tomato and fruit salads, crisp vegetable salads or barbecued anything. One of my favorite ways to beat the heat and serve up something satisfying is to prepare a frittata with ingredients that are both seasonal and colorful. I usually do this in the morning before the after- Frittatas can be eaten warm or at room temperature noon heat sets in. Fritta- and served for brunch, lunch, or supper. CREDIT:(Maura tas can be eaten warm or McEvoy/TCA). at room temperature and served for brunch, lunch, or supper. That’s browned, about 10 minutes. Drain on paper why they easily fit into my summer menus. towels and let cool. Cut into 1/4-inch-thick Use this recipe as a template for whatever slices and set aside. ingredients you prefer. If you are just adding 2. Preheat the oven to 425 F. veggies, begin with Step 2. 3. In a medium bowl, whisk togetherthe eggs The classic Italian frittata is a flat, round with salt and pepper. Stir in 1 1/4 cups of the omelet cooked over low heat until firm and cheese. Set aside. finished in the oven. Frittatas can be simple 4. In an ovenproof nonstick 12-inch skillet or as multilayered as this version that in- over medium-high heat, melt the butter with cludes sausages, zucchini, mushrooms, and the olive oil. Add the shallots and saute until plum tomatoes tucked inside. To round out softened but not brown, about 3 minutes. the meal, serve with roasted baby potatoes. Add the mushrooms and saute for 1 to 2 minutes. Add the zucchini and continue cooking for 2 minutes. Add the garlic and Serves 4 to 6 saute for 1 minute. Arrange the sausage 2 sweet Italian sausages (1/3 to 1/2 pound slices around the vegetables and season total) with the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and 2 hot Italian sausages (1/3 to 1/2 pound 1/8 teaspoon pepper. total) 5. Pour the egg mixture over the sausages 12 large eggs and vegetables and cook over medium-low Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to heat, stirring occasionally, until lightly taste browned on the bottom, about 5 minutes. 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese Arrange the sliced tomatoes around the (about 6 ounces) edge of the skillet. Sprinkle with the remain2 tablespoons unsalted butter ing 1/4 cup cheese. 1 tablespoon olive oil 6. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake 2 medium shallots, finely chopped until the frittata is puffed and brown, 10 to 1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, thinly sliced 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and 2 small zucchinis, thinly sliced invert onto a plate. Invert again onto a 1 medium garlic clove, minced serving platter, so the tomato border faces 4 medium plum (Roma) tomatoes, sliced up. (Alternatively, serve directly from the Optional garnish: pan.) Garnish with the sour cream and basil, 1/4 cup sour cream if desired. Use a pizza cutter to serve. 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil Advance preparation: Although it will be leaves completely different in texture and taste, the 1. In a medium skillet over medium heat, frittata may also be made one day ahead, recook the sausages, turning frequently until frigerated and served at room temperature.
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(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.) ©2026 Diane Rossen Worthington. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.
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