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Photos by J.R. Warnet Dogs showed off their Halloween costumes at the Pup Strut. By J. R. Warnet PLUMSTED - Their coats, fur, and paws were as clean as can be. Tails: wagging and fabulous. Their costumes: on point. The first ever Pup Strut Dog Parade at New Egypt Recreation Field was a success as local doggies came out to show off their Halloween costumes. Owners and dogs alike strutted their stuff on a quarter-mile paved walkway. Prizes for best costumes were given out after the parade. And treats were available for all good dogs. Notable costumes in the parade included a spaghetti-and-meatballs ensemble, with a chef outfit
as part of the group category. A werewolf, tiny but mighty, also took to the path to show off its outfit. Many town spirit dogs came out to show their pride for New Egypt. Several pumpkins, (Pup Strut - See Page 4)
Payments To Firm Owned By Politician Questioned By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – The status of Rova Farms was once again discussed during a recent Township Council meeting where it was noted that Morgan Engineering, owned by Ocean County Commissioner Director Frank Sadeghi, was no longer working for the township on that project. During the portion of the meeting where residents can bring up any topic, resident Adam Haidi asked about the work Morgan Engineering did. He also wanted to know
about the council replacing Morgan with T&M Associates. Haidi who is a member of the township’s environmental commission shared information he gathered from past OPRA (Open Public Records Act) requests. He also founded the Jackson Conservation Coalition which has been closely monitoring issues involving the community’s Pinelands, wetlands and land purchases for preserved land and recreational areas like Rova Farms. (Payments To Firm - See Page 8)
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By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – The Board of Education added a special question that will be presented to voters on December 8 to fund existing educational and athletic programs. According to district sources, the $7.8 million proposal would allow Jackson Schools to continue to “fund the meaningful and robust educational, athletic, extra-curricular experiences our students deserve.” It would increase the operating budget by $7.8 million, “greatly limiting the amount of property-sale proceeds needed to balance future budgets.” The funds will be used to provide for various purposes, including but not limited to maintaining teachers and staff, transportation, facilities maintenance, curricular programs, athletics and extracurricular activities. The money would also repay the outstanding State Aid advance (also known as a loan) the district required to balance the 2023-2024 budget, “eliminating the assignment and expense of a State Fiscal Monitor.” Superintendent Dan Baginski noted that “the timing of this vote is important. Debt from a 2002 referendum will be paid off in June 2027. Replacing the expiring debt with an investment in the district’s annual budget would allow the district to secure its financial future while keeping the tax rate steady.” He gave the example that if the vote passes, the owner of a home assessed at Jackson’s average of (Students Funds - See Page 5)
Base Won’t Be Used To Detain Immigrants By Bob Vosseller LAKEHURST – A plan to utilize Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst as a holding facility for undocumented immigrants has been dropped by the government. The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) recently issued a report noting it would be a waste of taxpayer dollars. The GAO report noted that urgent planning would be needed to avoid further waste of taxpayer dollars and within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is the lead agency responsible for providing safe, secure and humane confinement for detained noncitizens in the country. A January 2025 executive order directed DHS to detain individuals apprehended for violations of immigration law to the extent permitted by law and to allocate all (Base-Detain - See Page 10)
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Continued From Page 1 skeletons, bees, princesses, and even mustard, relish, and ketchup outfits on three wiener dogs were part of the festivities. Although it was a lot of fun for the people and puppers alike, the event raised money for the New Egypt Historical Society. Sarah Cunningham, one of the event organizers, was on hand to talk about the much-needed repairs for a piece of New Egypt’s community. “The Pup Strut is a fundraiser to help raise money to resurface our Oakford Lake Walking Bridge,” said Cunningham. “This is our first Pup Strut, and I hope it becomes our first annual and it happens every year.” The Oakford Lake Walking Bridge is part of Oakford Lake Park and serves as a pedestrian route, providing access to freshwater fishing and a playground. According to Cunningham, the New Egypt Historical Society will collect the donations and funds raised at the event and then donate the money to help with the renovations. Cunningham, who moved to New Egypt in 2022, spoke about how supportive the town and community have been. “I love the feeling here. I love feeling like part of a community. Even though I’ve only been here for a short period of time, people have lived here for generations, and they really care about the town. I think that’s something special we should celebrate.”
Others in town were integral to bringing this event together. Stacy Reed, a member of the New Egypt Historical Society, was one of those people. “She helped so much in putting this together. We came to her with this idea about doing a fun fundraiser to bring the community together; she helped navigate all of this. How to request the park, how to get vendors…she has been absolutely phenomenal,” said Cunningham. Al Drucker, the Township’s Information Officer, was also among the people Cunningham worked with to set up the event. “He’s been so supportive. The whole township council and the mayor; they’ve all been really wonderful,” she said. Some local businesses donated gifts for the event. Donors included New Egypt Marketplace (IGA), AG-U Country, Emery’s Farm, Woof House Studio, Precision Dog Sport, and others. The parade judges awarded prizes in categories such as Most Town Spirit, Most Creative Costume, and Best Group Costume. The event also featured shelter dogs looking for forever homes. Amazing Mutts Puppy Rescue, Inc. had about 12 dogs that were available for adoption. Based out of New Egypt, this dog rescue serves Ocean, Burlington, Mercer, Monmouth, and Middlesex County. To check out dogs for adoption, visit amazingmuttspuppyrescue.com Several dog-themed vendors attended the parade and had all types of doggie treats
available for sale. Michael Prescott of NJ Boxer Rescue spoke about what they do for local rescue dogs. “We’ve been around for about 20 years, and we’ve rescued hundreds of boxer dogs,” said Prescott. “We’ve all had boxer dogs, and they’re great with families, great with kids. We rescue them from anyone. Shelters will contact us if they have a boxer, and we’ll rescue them. Everyone, from servicemen who go overseas and can’t take the dog, to anyone who is struggling. There have been many abandoned dogs with numerous health problems that we’ve rescued.” Prescott spoke about boxers, who have a higher risk of cancer in dogs. He also said boxers are a high-energy breed, so owners should be ready for lots of walks if they are looking for one. Also in attendance was Michael Fraas, owner of Precision Dog Sport. His booth had several well-trained dogs relaxing on doggie beds. Fraas, a retired police officer who got into this career because of his first service dog, has been in business for about 16 years. “What we do for about 95% of our business is people and their overstimulated dogs,” said Fraas. “We are basically teaching dogs the art of calm.” Fraas has worked with all types of dogs - service dogs and civilian dogs alike. His business specializes in teaching dogs’ obedience for “bite work” and service work. He also did a demonstration at the Pup Strut after the parade and can be found on social media platforms including YouTube.
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For those feline lovers, the Plumsted TNR tent was also at the event. This nonprofit organization accepted monetary donations, food, litter, and other supplies to support the services it provides to local cat populations. They have volunteered their time and effort since 2012. A wildlife rehabilitator also had a booth at the Pup Strut. Frina’s Promise Wildlife Rescue, owned by Chrissy Cashin and family, has offered wildlife rescue for over 30 years. “We help raccoons, opossums, squirrels, chipmunks, groundhogs, bunnies; any type of orphaned or injured animals,” she said. Since recently being licensed in the state of New Jersey, Cashin is established in Jackson and has a veterinary hospital background. She and her family attended the event to introduce themselves to the community. “We have handouts to give the community for educational purposes. To give people the information about how and when to intervene with wildlife,” she said. Some local wildlife is considered a “rabies vector species,” and Cashin said the best thing to do if you’re not sure is to call a wildlife rehabber. After the pups came back from their stroll, the owners and dogs could find all kinds of treats in the vendor area. Booths like We BBQ for You and Salty Paws Doggie Ice Cream were available for purchase. To learn more about the event or the New Egypt Historical Society, contact them at: (609) 758-8111.
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$654,839 would apply the $29.66/month they currently are paying in school debt for the 2002 referendum toward a new monthly investment in the district’s annual budget. During the latest meeting, Board members approved plans to place the special question on the ballot. “Tonight, we want to talk about how we can take a major step forward together moving to long term financial stability. This is Jackson School District’s next chapter,” Superintendent Baginski said. “Our district has faced significant financial challenges over the past few years. We’ve reduced operating costs, closed two schools.” He was referring to Sylvia Rosenauer Ele-
mentary School that was sold for $13.1 million in June 2025 and Christa McAuliffe School that was sold in July 2026 for $40 million. The two sold properties provided funds to help balance the current budget and budgets into 2028. Baginski added that due to the budget shortfalls the district needed to reconfigure grade levels, “school structures, and challenged the state’s school funding formula.” “Now, voters in Jackson have an opportunity to move past these challenges and invest in the students’ academic and extra-curricular programs that make Jackson special,” he said. “Over the next three months, the district plans to share more information about how this vote fits into the future vision for Jackson School District. A website and comprehensive FAQs are available at jacksonsd.org/dec8vote.
TOMS RIVER – Holocaust survivor Arthur Spielman will recount his family’s escape from Nazi-occupied Poland during a free program at the Ocean County Historical Society on October 11 from 2 to 4 p.m. Born in Krakow, Poland, in 1928, Spielman was raised in an Orthodox Jewish family with his par-
ents and two sisters. Although his father’s work as an international diplomat meant the family was not required to enter the Krakow ghetto, they moved there to remain close to extended family. As the liquidation of the ghetto began, Spielman’s family separated and was smuggled from Poland to Slovakia and eventually Hungary. His
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Questions can be emailed to Dec8Vote@ jacksonsd.org. The BOE has a few meetings prior to that vote, their next being on October 14 and another with a dedicated public forum about the special question to be held on November 18 where residents can ask questions. BOE meetings are held at 6:30 p.m. at Jackson Township Middle School’s Fine Arts Center, 101 Don Connor Blvd. They always include a public forum where residents can ask questions. When voters go to the polls in December, they will see an interpretive statement that provides context for the proposal. The interpretive statement says that the district has lost approximately $139 million in Categorical State Aid since 2018. As a result, the district has closed two schools, eliminated programs, and cut 411 teaching and
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grandparents were taken by the Gestapo in 1942, and he never saw them again. Spielman was interviewed by Steven Spielberg in connection with “Schindler’s List” and by the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, D.C. He continues to speak publicly to preserve the truth and memory of the
staff positions. To find some relief, the district has filed a lawsuit against the State of New Jersey seeking, in part, equitable distribution of Categorical State Aid. In addition to the loss of Categorical State Aid, many of the Board of Education’s general fund expenses are increasing faster than the allowable increases permitted by the state’s tax levy cap, causing further pressure on the general fund operating budget. The Board unanimously voted to put the question on the ballot. Board member Allison Barocas said she was “very happy that we could put forth this question to the voters and I hope everyone comes out to support the district. It is really important.” “Please come out everybody and vote on December 8,” Board President Megan Gardella added..
Holocaust. The program will be held at the society’s museum at 26 Hadley Avenue. Admission is free, although donations are appreciated. Seating is limited. To reserve a seat, email a name, ZIP code, email address and the program date to oceancountyhistory.programs@gmail.com.
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Victims Deserve More Rights And More Transparency Capitol Comments Assemblyman Alex Sauickie
TRENTON - From time to time I write here about protecting people with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD). That’s because I believe government’s first obligation is to keep people safe and protect their rights. Of course, while that obligation applies to people with IDD, it also applies to everyone else in the state. All people deserve the maximum amount of safety that the government is able to provide. Megan’s Law, as many people know, was enacted over 30 years ago to help protect individuals and communities. It requires sex offenders to register with law enforcement when convicted of certain sex crimes. In 2001, the state created the Sex Offender Internet Registry. The registry contains all information on sex offenders that was required to be provided to law enforcement, including the offense committed, the offender’s home address and physical description, and other information. The registry is on the New Jersey State Police website.
The registry provides notice to a community that a sex offender lives nearby. Megan’s family didn’t know there was an offender in the neighborhood, and therefore didn’t know they should take steps to keep their daughter away from that house. But the notice isn’t in place because of one incident, as horrific as that one was. There is research that shows sex offenders have a higher likelihood of reoffending than other categories of lawbreakers. In 2007, the state enacted Nicole’s Law, which authorized courts to issue a restraining order to protect a victim of certain sex offenses – even if the victim and alleged offender were never spouses, household members, or dating partners. It was an expansion of the prior law. But because of a constituent who is also Nicole’s mother, I found out about some weaknesses in both Megan’s Law and Nicole’s law. With my constituent’s input, I drafted a bill (A4861) to improve those laws to better help victims. One thing I learned about Megan’s Law is that it specifically allows a person required to register as a sex offender to get off the registry. To do that, the offender has to apply to the Superior Court with proof that the
person has not committed an offense within 15 years after the conviction or release from imprisonment, whichever is later, and is not likely to pose a threat to the safety of others. Offenders may receive a special sentence of parole supervision for life. Similarly, under current law, a person sentenced to lifetime parole may petition a court for release from it. The judge may grant release based on proof by clear and convincing evidence that the person has not committed a crime for 15 years since the last conviction or release from incarceration, whichever is later, and that the person is not likely to pose a threat to the safety of others if released. I agree with Nicole’s mother that victims of sex offenses should have the right to know if their attacker is removed from the registry, or released from lifetime parole. At least that gives them the opportunity to take whatever precautions they believe they need. My bill, the “Sexual Assault Victims’ Rights Act,” requires a victim to be notified in those cases. The prosecuting agency must use any reasonable means available to notify any identifiable victim of the sex offense. But it goes further to better protect and empower victims. While current law allows people to request restraining orders from a court in certain circumstances, courts don’t have to issue them.
For more protection and hopefully a little better peace of mind, the bill also requires a court to enter, or continue, a restraining order for a victim of a sex offense upon the victim’s request. Further, the bill requires that the restraining order remain in effect until modified or dissolved by order of the court at the victim’s request. In addition, the bill provides that when a court receives an offender’s request to be released from lifetime parole, the court must notify the victim. The victim would have the right to provide the court with a statement, in writing or by video, or to testify at the hearing about the harm suffered by the victim. Megan’s Law and Nicole’s Law are good enactments meant to deter and deal with sex offenders and to protect actual and potential victims. But we should always look for ways to improve, whether through new laws or changing existing ones. I’ll always fight for victims of crime, particularly of the vilest forms of crime. 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.
Task Force To Usher In New Nuclear Energy From The Desk Of The
Governor Mikie Sherrill TRENTON – Governor Mikie Sherrill convened the first meeting of the state’s Nuclear Task Force, marking the next phase in her administration’s work to bring next-generation nuclear power to New Jersey to drive down costs and power New Jersey’s growth and innovation for the future. During the meeting, the Task Force reviewed a draft charter, established five subcommittees, and outlined key areas of work to lay the groundwork for new nuclear generation in New Jersey. The Administration also launched Nuclear NJ (nj.gov/ nuclear) a new one-stop website resource
for information and updates on the state’s nuclear energy efforts. “New Jersey needs more clean, reliable power to lower costs, meet growing demand, and fuel our economy for decades to come. Next-generation nuclear will help us get there at scale,” said Governor Mikie Sherrill. “Earlier this year, we ended a 50-year moratorium on new nuclear power. Now, we are laying the groundwork to turn new nuclear power into reality through coordinated, strategic action across state government and with cross-sector stakeholders. We’ve assembled the best of the best on this Task Force, and we are going to take big swings today to secure New Jersey’s energy future tomorrow.” To advance that work, the Task Force established five subcommittees:
Regulatory & Permitting Framework - Review regulatory and permitting requirements and identify opportunities to streamline the development of new nuclear generation. Financing & Deal Structure - Assess financing mechanisms and offtake models to support new nuclear development. Supply Chain & Technology Development - Evaluate supply-chain needs and emerging technology opportunities. Workforce Growth & Training - Identify workforce and training needs to build the skilled workforce necessary to support the industry. Public Trust & Confidence - Develop strategies to engage and educate the public on advanced nuclear power and solicit community input. The meeting follows through on Governor Sherrill’s Executive Order 2 signed on Day One to establish a Nuclear Task Force and
position New Jersey to lead on new nuclear generation. It also builds on legislation enacted by the governor in April, lifting New Jersey’s 50-year de facto moratorium on new nuclear development. Nuclear energy already supplies more than 40 percent of New Jersey’s electricity and roughly 80 percent of its carbon-free power, providing safe, reliable baseload power around the clock. Nuclear NJ, developed in partnership with the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities, New Jersey Economic Development Authority, and New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, serves as a central resource for information on nuclear power in New Jersey. The website includes updates on the state’s efforts to advance new generation, the work being driven by state agencies, and information and fact sheets on economic and workforce opportunities, safety, and other FAQs on nuclear energy.
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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY EDITORIAL Another Bill That Doesn’t Go Far Enough There are a lot of laws that sound good until you realize they are not really tackling the root problem. Last week I criticized how Congressman Chris Smith talked up a bill that was supposed to prevent members of Congress from insider trading. Instead, it only made them fill out a form in order to do it. This week I’m complaining about the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, which was praised by Senator Andy Kim. I’m the one who chooses what press releases from politicians go in the paper.
When reading this one, I was flabbergasted. There’s a new provision that blocks people from owning more than 350 single family homes. Yes. 350. Apparently there enough situations like this that they needed to include it in a law. I wonder how the number 350 got decided. Was it originally lower, like 100? Did the real estate collectors then say “no, we should be able to own 300 houses. Make the cut-off 350.” Or maybe this was a compromise. One senator wanted the limit to be 100 and the other wanted 500. I want to know who is actu-
ally impacted by this. Who owns more than 350 houses? Keep in mind, this isn’t a case of a company owning a huge apartment complex. It specifically says single family homes. Obviously, they aren’t living in all these houses. They are renting them out to people. Renting causes poverty. If you can’t afford a home of your own, rental payments will go on forever and you’ll never have any equity. You will never have anything to pass on to your children, so it creates generational poverty. A lot of people point to rentals as a solution to helping people
afford a place to live, and in the short term, sure. In the long term, the only person benefiting is the owner of the apartment complex. How many houses should people be allowed to own? This is a stupid-sounding question but I guess that’s where we are. I say five, and that’s being generous. If you’re super rich, you can have five houses. That’s it. Otherwise, you’re taking advantage of the poor. More than usual, anyway. The specific language is “This section generally prohibits large institutional investors that invest in single-family
homes (and have investment control of at least 350 such homes in aggregate) from purchasing single-family homes. The section authorizes specified agencies to issue rules to implement the prohibition. The section authorizes civil penalties of up to $1 million per violation or 3 times the purchase price of the property involved, whichever is greater.” A $1 million fine sounds like it could actually put a dent in some of these billionaires. Maybe? Could this actually make it prohibitive? The term “generally prohib-
its” also bothers me. That seems like there’s ways around it. The history of this law – actually a collection of bills – is too convoluted so I couldn’t easily tell what “generally prohibits” means. The rest of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act has some good points, and some other bad points, but this was the most egregious in my humble opinion. It’s definitely a law that should have hit harder in order to really help people.
and considering the records of those already serving, the question of who would be the best choice was clear. Laura Wingler currently serves as Board President and has developed substantial experience in school governance during her years on the Board. What has impressed us is that she understands the difference between governing a school district and trying to run one. She believes a Board member should ask questions, provide oversight, establish policy and hold the superintendent accountable while allowing professional administrators to manage the schools. Gloria Adkinson spent 33 years as an educator and trusted leader in her field. She understands classrooms, employees, collective bargaining and public education because she lived it. In her first term on the Manchester Board, we’ve found her accessible, engaged and willing to listen. Her attendance has been exemplary, and she remains visible throughout our schools and community. PaulaAnn Fazio would be new to the Board, but she hasn’t waited until election season to learn about Manchester’s schools. She has regularly attended Board meetings since 2023 and has participated in school activities. She wants to expand opportunities for students who may choose skilled trades or other career paths, while protecting athletics,
music, theater, visual arts, and extracurricular activities. She recognized the contributions of every category of school employee and emphasized communication, respect, and collaboration even when people disagree. All candidates understand that difficult financial decisions are coming. Healthcare, transportation, operational costs, enrollment and school funding are real challenges. What stood out during our screening was their belief that we can confront those challenges without automatically assuming that employees and student programs should be the first things sacrificed. They recognize the essential work performed by our paraprofessionals, secretaries, custodians, transportation employees and other educational support professionals. That combination matters to us: two experienced Board members with established records and one new candidate who has taken the time to learn before asking voters to entrust her with the position. As a community we want Board members who remember why the district exists in the first place: our students. Vote Putting Kids First slate for the Manchester Township Board of Education!
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Remember When Congress Knew Right From Wrong?
Trump promised to bring prices down and keep the US out of expensive, unnecessary wars. These promises were broken, and prices have skyrocketed. We watch Trump on the news, blissfully playing golf; obsessively talking about his plans for a White House ballroom and other unnecessary, expensive vanity projects. His words and actions reflect his lack of concern and his unwillingness to help people in our country who are struggling to buy food and pay their bills. It has become clear by their actions that Trump’s GOP also doesn’t care about those struggling. Please let
your vote show you care. Ethics, human rights, food safety, the environment, and quality control are all being sacrificed on their altar of profit. If you see yourself as a member of the old-school Republicans’ beliefs and value system, then vote against the unethical leaders that have taken over your party. Vote for candidates who will hold our leaders in power accountable. Please be sure everyone you know nationwide registers to vote (voterizer.org). Motivate those who vote on November 3rd to elect candidates who promise to stop the carnage of our democracy. As the famous quote advises us: “Right is right even if no one is doing it; wrong is wrong even if everyone is doing it.” Let’s make our descendants proud. Show them
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that we still care about right and wrong. Candy Banks Spring Lake Heights
Everything Is Expensive Thanks To Democrats The left must think the American people are real stupid, we know all about the high cost of things around here. It all started with the left and Biden, the prices started going up before he left office and if the left would leave the President do what he wants, we would have these high prices we got right now. I have been calling around lately for car insurance and I get one high price after the other. The last one I got was over $3,700 for two cars and no accidents. My home insurance is the same, and this all came about because of Biden just before he left office. How much do they think the American people can take? We have our own bills to pay and we are not here to make the insurance companies richer because the left owes them a favor. The billionaires are not going to write that off either. If the democrats want this, then let them pay for it. The left doesn’t pay for anything in this country and get free healthcare because we pay for that as well. Their children never serve in
the military because they are too scared, and too rich to worry about it. The American people are not going to stand for the left’s crap any longer, it is time for them to go. Vote them out for good. That is the smart thing to do in this country. Paul Brown Little Egg Harbor
Putting Kids First: 1, 2, 3 - Wingler, Adkinson, Fazio As President of the Manchester Township Education Association, I would like to ask that you support our endorsed Putting Kids First slate for the Manchester Township Board of Education: 1. Laura Wingler 2. Gloria Adkinson 3. PaulaAnn Fazio Our members are the people who teach Manchester’s children, transport them to school, support students with disabilities, maintain their buildings, counsel them, coach them, keep the district running and see firsthand every day what works and what doesn’t. We believe their perspective deserves to be part of this community’s conversation about who serves on our Board. After giving every candidate the same opportunity to make their case, examining their answers, interviewing them,
Dan Staples President Manchester Township Education Association
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Continued From Page 1 Rova Farms was purchased by the township several years ago for the purpose of providing a recreation area for the community. That project has had its share of roadblocks despite the efforts of a committee made up of citizens and elected officials guiding its progress. One of those roadblocks involved delays in permits that are required for the engineering work. Haidi asked Council President Mordechai Burnstein “Are you saying Frank Sadghi, the Ocean County Commissioner, dropped the ball on our permit issues?” “Yes,” Burnstein answered. “So, after receiving $491,000, he dropped the ball,” Haidi asked in a follow-up question. “I’ve audited the open space account from before Mayor (Jennifer) Kuhn was even present right up to this travesty that we are at right now. I totaled over $896,000 of taxpayer money spent on Rova Farms. Almost a million dollars spent but what is most concerning is that not a single deliverable has been attained.” Providing a timeline, Haidi said, “the project started in 2023 and we spent $356,000, the next year $83,000. 2025 - when Mayor Kuhn was appointed - $340, and just this year we spent another $115,000. That is $896,000 spent on Rova Farms. Where are the deliverables? Haidi provided the vendor concentration. The firm was paid $500,000 but “we don’t have a single permit. I reached out to DEP (New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection) in November 2025 and they couldn’t find a single application filed with them. It is a matter of public record if you go to Jacksonconservationcoalition.org you will find this public information available.” The Coalition’s breakdown showed that the township paid $550,000 in park improvements, $40,000 in wetland delineations, $27,000 for seven feasibility studies and $20,000 in phase one studies. The resident questioned the township about a $27,100 delineation charge that Morgan had billed Jackson for in 2025. “You guys sent me one map with squiggly lines on it. I’m just trying to figure out how we spent almost $900,000 and we have no deliverables.” Haidi also noted in a letter to the township
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that Ocean County party boss George Gilmore’s wife is a partner at Morgan Municipal. “The weirdest thing about this all is - the announcement of Morgan Engineering working on Rova Farms was on February 6, 2024 and 13 days later, Frank Sadeghi made a campaign donation to Council President Mordechai Burnstein’s Political Action Committee (PAC), “United Ocean County.” Haidi said, “the ethical next step would be to publicize the legitimacy of the Coalition’s audit, demand a formal statement from Sadeghi both as the Ocean County Commissioner and privately as the owner of Morgan Engineering - and ultimately seek legal action to recoup the taxpayer money that was charged for goods and services that were never actually received.” Burnstein responded to the letter stating, “the number I received was closer to $200,000 and I would like to ensure that we all have accurate info. That being said, I don’t think it’s correct to say nothing was done. Rova has major environmentally sensitive concerns and isn’t automatically shovel ready.” He added, “what was done was not wasted and this included site plan design, survey work, stormwater management reports, freshwater studies, playground designs, a topographic survey, and an initial DEP meeting. If the township paid for a service and did not receive it, we will absolutely demand the funds back.” “You keep saying things are coming soon. You just added $3,000 to the bills list for permits. This is going to be the first permit for Rova Farms?” Haidi asked while before the dais. “I don’t know what Morgan submitted but we’ve submitted three permits right now in the past three weeks,” Burnstein responded. “You finally submitted something after spending $900,000 over three and a half years,” Haidi added noting that his group’s website has an Excel sheet that shows the breakdown of expenses regarding what has been spent on the Rova Farms Park project. Sadeghi swore in Kuhn in October of 2025 where he noted at the time that he knew her and worked with her father and spoke about how Ocean County would be expanding in population and that Jackson Township would be the center point of that expansion.
Library Program Explores True Crime Cases
PLUMSTED – The Plumsted Branch of the Ocean County Library will host “True Crime Stories: Princeton” at 11 a.m. October 14, examining cases connected to the university town dating back to the 19th century. The program will cover the 1911 shooting of a Princeton alumnus outside the Princeton Club in New York, the theft of Albert Einstein’s brain, the Menendez killings and
the unsolved murders of student Sigrid Stevenson and Town Topics co-founder Emily “Cissy” Stuart. The free event is sponsored by the Friends of the Plumsted Library. Registration is required at tinyurl.com/TrueCrimeOCL. Residents may also call 609-758-7888 or visit the branch at 119 Evergreen Road in New Egypt.
Trunk Or Treat Planned For Children
JACKSON – Women of the Moose Jackson Chapter No. 2342 will host a free Trunk or Treat event from 1 to 3 p.m. October 24 at Jackson Moose Lodge No. 1459. Children under age 12 are invited to
attend and are encouraged to come in costume for the Halloween-themed event. The Trunk or Treat will be held at the lodge, 560 Monmouth Road in Millstone. The event is free and open to children under 12.
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The fire company thanked New Egypt Auto Body for supplying custom touch-up paint and Gravatt Garage for providing materials and assistance with polishing the vehicles’ diamond plate. Officials said the award ref lects the time and effort volunteers have put into preserving and maintaining the historic engine, calling the recognition a proud achievement for the department.
Dental Hygiene Lecture Planned At Senior Center
JACKSON – Ocean University Medical Center will offer a free lecture on the importance of dental hygiene from noon to 1 p.m. October 9 at the Jackson Senior Center, 45 Don Connor Boulevard. Dental
health experts will discuss how oral hygiene affects overall health. For more information, visit HackensackMeridianHealth.org/Events or call 1-800560-9990.
Free Health Screenings Planned At ShopRite
JACKSON – Ocean University Medical Center will bring its Your Health on the Move van to ShopRite of Jackson, 200 North County Line Road, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. October 30.
Free screenings will include blood pressure, heart rate, cholesterol and stroke risk assessments. Fasting is not required. For more information, visit HackensackMeridianHealth.org/Events or call 1-800-560-9990.
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DHS “had not conducted appropriate due diligence and planning” In addition, $7.7 million was spent by ICE on nonrecoverable costs that included zoning assessments and title insurance to buy those warehouses that they are now selling according to the GAO report. ICE is still paying for utilities and services at the warehouses at an estimated cost of $12.8 million at the current time. It was noted in the report that if the gov-
available resources for ICE detention purposes. “Since that time, ICE’s funding for immigration detention facilities has increased significantly, rising to unprecedented levels.” It cited in the 2025 fiscal year the agency’s annual appropriation for detention facilities totaled approximately $3.8 billion and in July 2025 the Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) provided ICE with $45 billion for detention capacity through the fiscal year of 2029. The report we nt on t o Photo by Bob Vosseller note that officials of GAO Last year, protestors took aim at a 2025 Department of Homeland toured a de- Security plan that would create an illegal immigration confinement t e n t io n f a - facility within Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst. cility at Fort Bliss in El Paso Texas and noted that De- ernment sells those seven warehouses “for partment of Defense (DOD) officials and far less than ICE’s purchase price of $707 ICE stated they no longer planned to move million, that will result in additional waste.” Many existing detention sites have seen forward with detention centers at the Joint protests, with public officials questioning Base and in Indiana. DOD officials stated in October 2025 that the treatment of the alleged undocumented they weren’t planning to build detention prisoners of those facilities within the last facilities on other military installations year. Some public officials have also been charged by ICE for entering areas where they according to the report. Despite the GAO report stating no deten- sought to inspect the facilities to determine if tion facilities are planned at military facil- the prisoners were being properly treated. In ities in the future, “ICE has not rescinded most cases those charges were later dropped. Some facilities set to be built in areas of the its February 2025 request for assistance, and the agreement remains active as of country have also been protested noting that elected officials and community residents August 2026.” According to the report, poor planning did not want such a facility constructed or a was a major part of the scale back. It noted structure repurposed there. Toms River was home to a protest that took that since January 2025, “ICE has invested significant resources in six new initiatives specific aim at the plan to confine undocuto expand its detention capacity. However, mented immigrants at the Joint Base. That rally held on a hot summer day was as of July 2026, ICE has scaled back four of those initiatives, resulting in wasted, or based in front of the Ocean County Veterans Administration Building on Hooper Avenue potentially wasted resources.” The GAO report gave the example of the and coordinated by the Democratic Coalition Fort Bliss detention center that had con- of Ocean County (DCOC), Young Demotracted meals that were set to the maximum crats of Ocean County, Jersey Shore Blue occupancy level but didn’t account for oc- and the Toms River Democrats. The late afternoon protest held in 85-degree cupancy being less than the maximum and as a result, ICE paid about $7.1 million for weather carried a name that represented its meals it didn’t need from October 1, 2025 theme, “Choose to Welcome: Not Imprison” and DCOC spokeswoman Sharon Quilter to March 12, 2026. ICE spent $1.07 billion nationally to pur- stated at the time, “we are horrified this chase 11 warehouse facilities to transform government wants to repurpose Fort Dix as into detention centers but now they plan to a prison for immigrants. We are making our sell seven of those warehouses because the displeasure known.”
County Launches Text Line For Local Resources
OCEAN COUNTY – Residents can now text the Age-Friendly Ocean County line for information about local services and programs. The line, available anytime at 848-266-6981, can answer questions about transportation, meals, exercise programs, housing, caregiving, benefits, social activities and health ser-
vices. Information is available in multiple languages. Older adults, adults with disabilities, caregivers and family members can use the service. Organizers encourage residents to save the number and share it with anyone who may benefit.
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By: Michael J. Deem, Esq. R.C. Shea & Associates When a drunk driver causes a crash, the driver is responsible. Sometimes the business that served the alcohol is responsible too. New Jersey addresses that question under the Licensed Alcoholic Beverage Server Fair Liability Act, usually shortened to the “Dram Shop Act”. The statute is very narrower, probably more than you assume. A licensed server is liable only if the service was negligent, and the law defines that in two ways: (1) serving a visibly intoxicated person, or (2) serving someone underage when the server knew or reasonably should have known the person was underage. “Visibly intoxicated” has a specific meaning. The person’s condition had to be apparent to a reasonable observer through appearance, speech, or behavior. Proof that a driver’s blood alcohol was high hours later does not by itself establish it. That is why these cases turn on witnesses and records. Bar staff, other patrons, receipts showing how many drinks were served and how quickly, point-of-sale data, and video from inside the establishment. Photographs taken by friends that night are sometimes the best evidence
of how a person looked before leaving. Nearly all of it goes away fast, which is why the first few weeks matter so much. Social hosts are treated differently. A private person who serves a guest at home can be liable under a separate statute, but only for willfully serving a visibly intoxicated guest under circumstances creating an unreasonable risk of harm, and generally only when the resulting injury comes from a motor vehicle accident. The practical reason any of this matters is coverage. A driver carrying minimum liability limits cannot begin to pay for a catastrophic injury. A licensed establishment carries liquor liability insurance, and that is often the difference between a claim that exists on paper and a recovery that pays for a lifetime of care. If you or a family member was hurt by an intoxicated driver, it is worth finding out where that person had been drinking. Call us and we can sort out where it all started. Answering your questions costs nothing. Michael J. Deem, Esq. is Certified by the New Jersey Supreme Court as a Civil Trial Attorney. R.C. Shea & Associates, Toms River, New Jersey. (732) 505-1212.
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Fire Company Seeks Volunteers
JACKSON – The Volunteer Fire Company is seeking new members interested in serving the community as volunteer firefighters. No experience is required, and officials said anyone with a willingness to help others is encouraged to learn more. Volunteers can gain lifesaving skills while becoming
part of the fire company team. Prospective members may stop by any Monday after 7 p.m. at either station, located at 465 North County Line Road or 550 West Commodore Boulevard. For more information, call 732-928-1128 or 732-928-1434, or visit jacksonmillsfire.org.
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Rescue Group Seeks Donations
JACKSON – Rescue Ridge is asking the public for donations and volunteers to help support its work caring for cats and dogs in need. The nonprofit, no-kill, all-volunteer animal rescue group was founded in 2001 in Spring Lake and has since grown to include seven cat adoption centers, foster homes for cats and dogs, and two local dog kenneling sites, including one in Howell. Rescue Ridge said it pulls animals from high-kill shelters, responds to calls for help and takes in strays. The group is seeking monetary donations, Pet Supplies Plus gift cards, paper towels, HE liquid laundry detergent, bleach labeled to kill 99% of germs, copy paper, industrial-size garbage bags, stamps,
crates and cages, and pet gates. Cat supplies needed include Friskies wet food, Diamond dry food, clumping litter, U.S.made treats, cat toys, and Simple Green or Rescue cleaner. Dog supplies needed include wet or dry chicken-based food, U.S.-made treats, wee-wee pads and hard rubber toys such as Kongs. Stuffed toys, litter scoopers and sheets are not needed. Donations can be dropped off at Pet Supplies Plus, 2275 W. County Line Road, Jackson. Rescue Ridge also needs volunteers for cat and kitten fostering, fundraising and events. For adoption information, volunteer opportunities or questions, call or text 732-546-8805, email rescueridgeshelter@ gmail.com or visit rescueridge.com.
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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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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Ocean County Bereavement Groups
OCEAN COUNTY – Therapist/Clergy, Rev. Dr. Anthony Lipari, FCM, has been offering Grief Support Group sessions for over 21 years during the last week of every month. The sessions are offered at 1 p.m. throughout Ocean County. The locations are as follows: • Mondays: Ocean County Memorial Park in Waretown
• Tuesdays: Timothy Ryan Funeral Home on Fischer Boulevard, Toms River • Wednesdays: Quinn Hopping Funeral Home on Mule Road, Toms River • Thursdays: Anderson Campbell Funeral Home on Ridgeway Road, Manchester • Fridays: Manchester Memorial Home on Schoolhouse Road, Whiting
Blood Drive Planned At Oliverie Funeral Home
JACKSON – A blood drive will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. December 13 at Oliverie Funeral Home, 125 South Cooks
Bridge Road. To make an appointment, call 732657-4900.
WIC Offers Breastfeeding Help For Ocean County Families
TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Health Department is reminding new and expectant parents that lactation support is available through the WIC Breastfeeding Warmline, a free service designed to answer common questions and provide guidance. WIC staff members are trained to assist with a wide range of breastfeeding concerns, from how often to nurse and how
long a feeding should last, to recognizing a proper latch or dealing with discomfort. The warmline also offers advice for parents who plan to continue breastfeeding after returning to work or school. Officials say the service is intended to be approachable and convenient, giving families access to help whenever they need it. The WIC Breastfeeding Warmline can be reached at 732-678-0057.
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Why Am I Bruising So Easily? 6 Causes You May Not Expect By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. You look down at your arm and there it is, another purple bruise! You don’t remember bumping into anything. You certainly don’t remember getting into a bar fight. Yet somehow your forearm looks like it has a more exciting social life than you do! Easy bruising becomes more common as we age, but sometimes there’s more to the story. Here are six frequently overlooked causes that might be of interest to you: 1. Aging skin. As we get older, skin becomes thinner and loses some of the fatty cushioning that protects tiny blood vessels. Collagen also declines, making vessels more vulnerable to minor bumps. Sun damage accelerates this process, particularly on the hands and forearms. Apparently, with age, our skin develops a better memory than we do, it remembers every little bump! 2. Vitamin C deficiency. Vitamin C is required to make collagen, which provides structural support to blood vessels. With significant deficiency, capillaries can become fragile, resulting in easy bruising, purpura or tiny pinpoint spots called petechiae. 3. Aspirin and NSAIDs. Aspirin interferes with platelet function, making bruising and bleeding easier. NSAIDs such as ibuprofen and naproxen can also affect platelet function, although differently from aspirin. These are sold over-the-counter and sometimes found in multi-tasking cough/cold products and sleep aids. 4. Blood thinners. Warfarin (Coumadin), apixaban (Eliquis), rivaroxaban (Xarelto), dabigatran (Pradaxa) and antiplatelet medications such as clopidogrel (Plavix) can make bruises appear more readily. That’s partly what these medications are designed to do— reduce clot formation. Never discontinue one
because of bruising without speaking to your prescriber. 5. Corticosteroids. Prednisone and other corticosteroids can reduce collagen production and thin the skin, particularly with prolonged exposure. Don’t forget these medications are sometimes used for asthma, allergies, chronic pain and adrenal insufficiency. 6. Supplements. Natural doesn’t mean biologically inactive. High supplemental doses of vitamin E can affect platelet aggregation and blood clotting, especially when combined with anticoagulant or antiplatelet medications like warfarin. Garlic, ginkgo and certain other supplements are also studied for potential effects on platelets or bleeding. Evidence varies considerably, so I don’t put every supplement into one giant “blood thinner” category. Just FYI, women often bruise more easily than men. Female skin generally has a thinner supportive layer and less collagen, and declining estrogen during menopause further reduces collagen, making skin more fragile and bruising more noticeable. Occasional bruises are harmless. But I want you to be careful because new, frequent, unusually large (or spontaneous) bruises shouldn’t be blamed on aging. Pay particular attention if you’re also getting nosebleeds, bleeding gums, blood in your urine or stool, or unusually heavy menstrual bleeding, Sometimes the explanation isn’t buried in an exotic laboratory test. It may be sitting right inside your medicine or supplement bin. Want to know what else may be behind those mystery bruises? Read the longer version at suzycohen.com for more causes, medication and supplement culprits, testing options and practical tips.
(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) ©2026 SUZY COHEN, RPH. DISTRIBUTED BY DEAR PHARMACIST, INC.
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A Nor’easter Couldn’t Stop Their LBI Wedding land, away from the worst of the flooding. Meanwhile, some of the groomsmen were still stuck on the island. Kirsten later saw news clips of them pushing cars through floodwater as they tried to get out. Aaron had left his tuxedo behind in his rush to get to Kirsten after the cancellation call. Members of the wedding party retrieved it and found their own way through the storm. “They were the true MVPs,” Kirsten said. Then Element Restaurant & Bar in Manahawkin called. Staff had worked through Mallard Island Estate and Verdoni to track down the couple, and the restaurant had a room available starting around half past noon. The Deneseviches did not yet know why it had become available. Photo courtesy Kirsten Denesevich Kirsten and Aaron Denesevich toast at their wedding reception at Element Restaurant & Bar in Manahawkin. By Stephanie Faughnan LONG BEACH ISLAND - The nor’easter had already put parts of Long Beach Island under water when it upended Kirsten and Aaron Denesevich’s wedding plans. Early on the morning of September 26, Kirsten’s phone rang with news that might have ended most wedding days before they started. Wedding coordinator Gianna Verdoni was on the line. Mallard Island Estate, where the couple had spent 2 1/2 years planning their celebration, was flooded and impossible to reach. “I thought there is no way this is happening,” Kirsten said. “No matter what, I’m going to marry the love of my life today, regardless of where it is.” And she did. By nightfall, the high school sweethearts were married at a different venue with a Walmart cake, a friend serving as DJ and about 60 guests who made it through the storm. The room that made it possible opened up because another pair of high school sweethearts had to cancel their own milestone party. Kirsten, 29 and Aaron, 30, are both from Egg Harbor Township, although they graduated from two different high schools. The couple first met at a House of Blues concert in Atlantic City when they were 15. Together half of their lives, they originally expected about 200 people to watch them marry on the island. Flooded roads, bridge closures and the growing risk to guests and vendors quickly put that plan out of reach. A couple of hours after the call, the couple texted guests that the wedding was postponed and warned them to stay off LBI. At that point, they had no new date, no new space and no idea the day could still be saved. Searching For Dry Land Kirsten’s family, wedding party and close friends started calling restaurants and event venues. One business on the island offered to help, but the group couldn’t safely get back there. So the search moved to the main-
A Party Washed Out Jeff and Diane Reagan had planned to welcome 90 family members and friends to Element that evening. The Beach Haven West couple was celebrating their 60th birthdays and 40th wedding anniversary. Instead, they were dealing with floodwater in their home and garage. The house had been their summer place since 2002, and they moved there full time in 2021. Diane said about 18 inches of water entered the home and garage as repeated high-tide cycles pushed water into the neighborhood. Robin from Element assured the Reagans the restaurant would work with them if they needed to cancel. That made a hard decision a little easier, since the flooding was beyond anyone’s control. About 10 minutes after the Reagans canceled, the Deneseviches called Element looking for a place to get married. Neither couple had any idea the other existed. A Facebook Post Finds The Bride The Reagans didn’t learn they had made a wedding possible until later that night. Once the water dropped enough to drive down their street, they met their daughters, a son-in-law and a few friends for a quick drink before the next high tide. A friend got to Element first and saw right away there would be no room at the bar. The restaurant was packed with people dressed for a wedding. “She found out from the group of people gathered there the story of the bride and groom and their canceled wedding,” Diane said. “Hearing the story immediately brought tears to my eyes.” The next day, Diane shared the story in the Beach Haven West Community Group on Facebook. She wrote that she hoped the post would reach the new Mr. and Mrs., and it did. A friend sent the post to Kirsten and asked if it was her wedding. Kirsten replied, and the two women started talking. That’s when they learned Diane and Jeff Reagan are high school sweethearts, too. The newlyweds have offered to take the Reagans to dinner. The Reagans, in turn, have invited the couple and their parents to (LBI Wedding - See Page 15)
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the rescheduled birthday and anniversary party. For Diane, that connection changed how the lost party felt. “Learning that our cancellation allowed another high school sweetheart couple to have their wedding in the very same venue, our disappointment took on a whole different meaning,” she said. A Wedding Remade In Hours The last-minute switch meant the couple could no longer use several original vendors. The cake, DJ, band, photographer and planned decorations were canceled, though Driftwood Florist managed to get the flowers to the new venue. Verdoni and Merri-Makers arranged for someone to pick up key items like candles and guest favors. Close friend Marcus Zamot stepped in as DJ, and the replacement cake came from Walmart. When Kirsten and Aaron walked into Element, they were overwhelmed by how the room looked on such short notice. It was nothing like the wedding they’d planned,
The Jackson Times, October 10, 2026, Page 15 but it was no less meaningful. The moment Kirsten knew they had pulled it off came as she started down the aisle. The speakers were still being set up, so the people around her began singing the couple’s wedding song a cappella. “It made me realize that’s all that matters,” Kirsten said. “The person I’m marrying and the people close to me.” The day still came with real losses. Kirsten said three vehicles were totaled by water damage, and many people who hoped to attend couldn’t safely make the trip. The Reagans are still waiting to reschedule their party. But knowing their cancellation helped another couple start a marriage has made the disappointment easier to carry. “Sometimes you don’t understand why something happens when you’re in the middle of it,” Diane said. “Then, later, you realize that something beautiful came from it.” She called it a “pretty wonderful 60-6040 gift.” She also offered the Deneseviches some advice for a marriage that began in a nor’easter. “Life comes with its ups and downs and unexpected storms,” Diane said. “They quite literally started their marriage in a storm and they came out stronger because of it.”
Sunday Funday Brings Fall Fun To Ocean County Park LAKEWOOD – Ocean County residents and visitors are invited to celebrate the fall season with games, entertainment and family activities during Sunday Funday on October 11 at Ocean County Park. The free event will run from noon to 4 p.m. at the park, 659 Ocean Avenue. Attractions will include live music, magic shows, field games, a Touch-a-Truck display, petting zoo and hayrides. Free parking will be available. Activities begin with a scavenger hunt at 12:15 p.m., followed by a family-friendly magic show at 12:30 p.m. and again at 2:30 p.m.
A Bandl will perform from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m., while games including Pool Noodle Soccer and Hot Potato will be offered throughout the afternoon. Ocean County Commissioner Robert S. Arace, liaison to the Department of Parks and Recreation, said the county’s parks host activities throughout the year ranging from weekly programs to larger annual events designed for families and visitors. For more information, call the Ocean County Parks Department at 732-506-9090 or visit oceancountyparks.org.
Ocean County Agencies To Hold Joint Job Fair TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Health Department and Ocean County Board of Social Services will hold a joint job fair October 26, offering prospective employees an opportunity to learn about a variety of available positions. The event will run from 3 to 7:30 p.m. at the Ocean County Health Department auditorium, 175 Sunset Ave. Officials are seeking candidates for positions including nutritionists, case management staff, outreach and field representatives, human services specialists, animal attendants and
health technicians, among other jobs. The agencies are promoting competitive salaries and a benefits package that includes medical, dental and prescription insurance, paid leave, the New Jersey pension system and supplemental retirement plans. Job seekers are encouraged to come prepared and dress professionally. For additional information, contact the Ocean County Health Department at 732-3419700, ext. 7206, or the Ocean County Board of Social Services at 732-238-3857.
Lynyrd Skynyrd To Perform
ATLANTIC CITY – Lynyrd Skynyrd will perform at 8 p.m. February 19 at Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena inside Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City. Known for songs including “Sweet Home Alabama,” “Free Bird” and “Simple
Man,” the Southern rock band released its debut album in 1973. Its current lineup includes Johnny Van Zant and Rickey Medlocke. Tickets are on sale through HardRockHotelAtlanticCity.com.
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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) 6301855; email commander@tcs-desvets-nj. org, or visit the group’s website at: tcsdesvets-nj.org/
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Around The Jersey Shore Career Academies Host Admissions Sessions
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OCEAN COUNTY – Middle school students and their parents are invited to attend admissions information sessions for the Ocean County Vocational Technical School District’s career academies during October and November. Sessions will be offered for the Marine Academy of Technology and Environmental Science, Grunin Performing Arts Academy and Academy of Law and Public Safety. Visitors can tour the facilities, speak with faculty members and learn about each academy’s educational approach.
The career academies are four-year, full-time public high schools designed for college-bound students seeking career-focused education. Students are admitted at the ninth-grade level through a competitive application process. Students are strongly encouraged to attend a session for the academy to which they plan to apply. Applications are accepted from every school district in Ocean County. For additional information, call 732-244-1122 or email nwallner@ocvts.org.
Training To Address Homeless Youth Resources
TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County CIACC Education Partnership will open its 2026-27 training schedule with an in-person program focused on supporting homeless youth and families. The two-part session, “McKinney-Vento Education of Homeless Youth,” will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. October 23 at 1005 Hooper Avenue. Attendees should check in at Ocean County Window No. 1 upon arrival. Ocean’s Harbor House will present information about resources available to unshel-
tered young people and families in Ocean County. The New Jersey Department of Children and Families will also discuss its services and how agencies and the community can work together to assist children and families. Participants should bring lunch, snacks and beverages. Coffee and water will be available. Registration is required. For more information, call the Ocean County Department of Human Services at 732-506-5374.
Online Map Connects Residents With Recovery Services
OCEAN COUNTY – A new online resource map aims to help people find addiction treatment and recovery support throughout Ocean County. The Ocean County Recovery Ecosystem Resource Map lets users search by category or town for treatment and recovery services, peer support, recovery housing, family
support and other community resources. The Ocean County Recovery Ecosystem Committee developed the directory to make those services easier to locate. The map is available through HOPEShedsLight.org. For more information, call 732-244-0783 or email rise@HOPEShedsLight.org.
League Mails Voting Information To 500 Young Voters
OCEAN COUNTY – The League of Women Voters of Ocean County mailed postcards to 500 newly registered young voters providing voting information ahead of the midterm election. League members prepared the postcards during a gathering in Toms River held in conjunction with the national League’s
Unite & Rise for Voting Rights Day of Action. The mailing is part of the local group’s broader voter education work, which includes registration drives, nonpartisan information and candidate forums. For more information about the League or membership, visit oceancountynj.lwv.org or email lwvocean@gmail.com.
Craft Vendors Sought For Holiday Show
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JACKSON – The Howell-Jackson Knights of Columbus is accepting craft vendors for its annual Holiday Vendor Show, scheduled for November 7 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Howell-Jackson Columbia Club, 401 Bartley Road. More than 50 vendors are expected to participate indoors and outdoors. Lunch and bever-
ages will be available for purchase. The rain date is November 8. Interested vendors should contact Trudy Wojciehowski exclusively at trudyw1@msn. com. Organizers warn applicants not to send money or information to anyone else claiming to represent the event.
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OMARR’S ASTROLOGICAL FOR THE WEEK OF OCTOBER 10 - 16 BY JERALDINE SAUNDERS FORECAST ARIES (March 21-April 19): Stars are building higher over the week ahead, opening doors and making life generally easier. Some truly productive conversations could be had or big insights could land around a relationship in the next few days. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Improvements could facilitate daily tasks for the next few days and some could continue going forward. A health insight could be game-changing. Avoid reactivity at home. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Rash statements won’t likely improve anything and could create consequences to deal with. You might need to wait a whole day before you regulate enough to handle something with more grace. CANCER (June 21-July 22): New insights into your home could land in the next few days — use them to make your living space more user-friendly, more supportive, more functional, more beautiful. Don’t make a snap decision about money. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Be open to learning things that could be world-changing for you over the next few days, whether they’re ideas, attitudes, methods, whatever. Do some selfwork on removing inner obstacles to abundance. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): A financial move made with a friend or friends could get discussed. While there’s some real potential, do all due diligence. Then, wait for a powerful Universal day with overlapping powerful personal cycles to launch.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You really can combine creations drawn from your inner-child magic with success in the workplace, but it requires keeping the child on the creative end and your inner business person handling the agreements and deadlines. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Something could feel like a ‘bait and switch’ if they get your hopes up, then fail to deliver — don’t take this personally in any possible way. Attunement with your inner wisdom is likely for the next few days. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): While this week is generally good for many sectors of life, financial matters could trigger too many emotions to make clear decisions about money for a day or so. Bond with besties. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Don’t let a temporary dip in hope push you toward any relationship decisions. Look at long-term patterns, that’s your truest measure of what’s happening. Keep building onto your career. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Keep your mindset and discipline strong — don’t throw a pity party for a mood that might only last a few hours. Be open to new learning that could turn a lot around in the first part of next week. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): While anger might seem an improvement over discouragement, neither is likely to last into tomorrow so don’t act on either today. Consider learning more about money management, new insights could make a difference.
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USHER IN AUTUMN WITH THIS SEASONAL SALAD
This salad can be served as a first course or satisfying main dish. CREDIT: (Diane Rossen Worthington/TCA). Diane Rossen Worthington Peppery arugula, crisp Belgian endive, roasted winter squash, and smoky bacon make this autumn salad both colorful and deeply flavorful. A honey-mustard sherry vinaigrette ties together the sweet squash, salty bacon and pleasantly bitter greens with just enough brightness. The salad is Seriously Simple to assemble, and much of it can be prepared ahead. Roast the squash and cook the bacon up to four hours in advance, then let both come to room temperature; if you prefer, the squash may also be served warm. When tossing, lightly coat the greens and pass any remaining vinaigrette at the table. The dressing is versatile enough to use on other simple green salads as well. I like to serve this vibrant salad as a first course for dinner, but it is satisfying enough to become a light main course with focaccia or a French baguette. It also pairs beautifully with a simple soup, such as potato leek or mushroom, for an easy seasonal meal. For me, it is the kind of dish that marks the shift from late summer into autumn.
ARUGULA AND BELGIAN ENDIVE SALAD WITH WINTER SQUASH AND BACON
Serves 6 For the vinaigrette: 3 tablespoons sherry vinegar 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon honey 1/2 cup olive oil Salt and freshly ground black pepper For the salad: 1/3 pound applewood cured sliced bacon (about 5 to 6 slices) 1 1/2 pounds peeled butternut squash, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon maple syrup 1 teaspoon seasoning salt 7 ounces arugula leaves 3 Belgian endives, sliced on the vertical 1. Whisk the vinaigrette ingredients well in a small mixing bowl. Taste for seasoning. Reserve. 2. In a medium skillet cook the bacon on medium heat for about 8 to 10 minutes, turning once with tongs, or until brown and crisp. Drain on paper towels. Cool and break into small pieces. Reserve. 3. Preheat the oven to 425 F. Place the squash on a parchment-lined sheet pan. Add the oil, syrup and seasoning salt and toss to evenly coat the squash. Roast for about 30 to 40 minutes, turning the squash once, or until lightly browned. Cool and reserve. 4. When ready to serve combine the arugula, Belgian endives, squash and bacon in a salad bowl. Spoon the vinaigrette over all and toss to mix well. Serve immediately. Serve any remaining vinaigrette on the side Advance preparation: The salad may be prepared through Step 3 up to four hours ahead and kept at room temperature, loosely covered.
(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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