Pine Barrens Tribune October 8 issue

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Junior Mechanics Cemetery Care Concerns Residents

By Linda Jagiela For the Pine Barrens Tribune

TABERNACLE–Leon “Dinky” King climbs through knee-deep weeds to reach his parents’ headstone in the Tabernacle Council #49 Junior Order of the United American Mechanics Cemetery on Carranza Road in Tabernacle.

The stone, marking the cemetery’s entrance, states that the cemetery was established in 1913. King, who was attending a funeral of a family friend, was appalled by what he saw.

“The weeds are higher than the head stones,” King said.

“It’s hard to even see the headstones or the American flags next to the stones for the veterans.”

Extremely upset about the matter, he reached out to others in the community who have loved ones buried there.

“This cemetery has had problems over the years,” King said. “Someone came in and stole all of the brass markers and sold them for scrap. There are rumors that the same sites have been sold multiple times. When we call our contacts for the cemetery, no one gets back to us.”

The Junior Order of United American Mechanics was once a thriving organization with thousands of members and chapters around the country. Today, though, it is just a shadow of what it once was. New Jersey no longer has a chapter and the national association no longer has jurisdiction over the local association, according to Vickie Smith, National Secretary Jr. OUAM. The organization is assisting residents with finding current contacts. However, they cannot do much more.

The Pine Barrens Tribune reached out to Walter Tafe, Director of Burlington County Department of Military and Veteran Affairs. There are 96 cemeteries in Burlington County in which the department assists in maintaining the markers of veterans. His department is also responsible for the placement of flags on Memorial Day. Tafe was saddened to learn the state of the cemetery, especially given the number of veterans who are buried at the site. Tafe immediately dispatched Joe Mari, who is associated with the Department of Military and Veteran Affairs, to survey the property.

Mari personally trimmed and cut back the weeds that were around the veterans’ markers at the site. According to Tafe, the department’s primary function is to take care of the veterans’ grave sites and the veterans’ only.

Upon visiting the cemetery, the Pine Barrens Tribune observed a shed that sits in the back of the property. A riding lawn mower sits in the locked building. A dead pine tree sits centrally with its bare, imposing branches. The paved road that leads visitors through the property is also in disrepair.

Previously, Robert Lees of Tabernacle had been responsible for the maintenance of the property. However, Lees died in February 2014.

Ken Yates was the last individual that family members had as a maintenance contact for the cemetery. Yates did not return calls for comment on this story. Tabernacle

PHOTOS BY PHILIP S. JAGIELA Photos of the Junior Mechanics Cemetery where weeds have grown higher than headstones.

Township has referred members of the public to the Burlington County Cemetery Board.

Tabernacle has two cemeteries in the township. The second cemetery, known as Tabernacle Cemetery, sits directly across from the municipal building on Carranza Road.

The Tabernacle Cemetery, which dates back to the 1800s, is more visible as it sits in the center of the town. This cemetery has been maintained. At the Sept. 26th

Tabernacle Township Committee Meeting, Committeeman Richard Franzen said the Tabernacle Historical Society took over maintenance of that property. He said that the township will perform the overall maintenance to the property. Franzen also said that the township plans to repair the imposing archway that marks the entrance to the cemetery.

Shamong Township, which borders Tabernacle, currently does not have a cemetery. Shamong resident Laura King

has been asking Shamong officials to create a cemetery site and the township recently purchased property for that intent. Shamong officials have also begun forming a committee to review the request.

Cemeteries falling into disrepair are not unusual occurrences in New Jersey or other neighboring states.

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Active Agenda at Southampton Meeting

CEMETERY FROM PAGE 1

By Jayne Cabrilla For the Pine Barrens Tribune

SOUTHAMPTON – The Southampton Township Committee had a full agenda for their regular meeting on September 20.

Administrative Assistant Sheri Hannah, read a Proclamation declaring September 17 – 23 as Constitution Week, to commemorate the framing of our nation’s most important document.

The annual report of Southampton’s membership in the Burlington County Municipal Joint Insurance Fund (JIF) was presented by Bonnie Ridolfino, a consultant with the Hardenbergh Insurance Group.

Ridolfino explained that this year’s campaign, “A Second Can Change Your Life,” focuses on employee safety. A few examples of claims from other townships were highlighted in which employees took their eyes off the “safety ball” for just one second – enough time for an accident to occur. Ridolfino said that for the past five years, Southampton had the lowest claims ratio of the 26 Burlington County JIF members.

For this year’s active participation in JIF’s Safety Incentive Program, Southampton will receive an award of $1,975. Another award of $1,200 will be given to the township for the purchase of safety equipment for employees, such as vests and other protective gear. In addition, $750 will be awarded for the township’s participation in the JIF’s Wellness Incentive Program.

Paul Forlenza, a consultant for the JIF, explained that the Burlington County JIF is a way for municipal members to pool their resources to insure property, liability, and workers’ compensation coverage. Money not

spent on claims is returned to members as a dividend. Forlenza told Committee members that Southampton had received a total of $75,000 in returned surplus since it joined JIF 15 years ago. Not included in that figure is the amount that Southampton will receive this year, which is a return dividend of about $20,000.

After several resolutions were passed, Mayor James F. Young Sr. reported that he had received $3,000 in donations to be used in the restoration of the township’s cemetery.

Deputy Mayor Ronald Heston reported that there had been a freeze on emergency squads obtaining Medicare insurance numbers. The Township Committee fought this injustice on many levels, including working with the offices of Congressman Tom MacArthur, Senators Cory Booker, and Robert Menendez. In a recent Texas lawsuit, admissions were made that the freeze was the result of an accounting error. As of now, Burlington County emergency responders may obtain Medicare numbers; but nonemergency medical transporters are excluded.

Several residents living on New Road voiced objections to what they say are continual problems created by a recycling business in the township. They cited many instances of large trucks ignoring the tonnage restrictions of New Road and ignoring township noise abatement restrictions. Other residents had photos of scrap-metal laden trucks that were traveling without tops covering their loads with pieces of metal flying off the trucks. The residents argued that the activity was endangering bystanders and other traffic. Mayor Young agreed to notify the State Police and make them aware of this problem.

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March, residents of Mount Holly were concerned about the Mount Holly Cemetery located off Ridgeway Road. The cemetery was being poorly maintained and was in a state of disrepair. Community members formed an action group and started a Facebook page, Friends of Mount Holly Cemetery, to keep residents informed. Their mission was to help restore the old portion of the cemetery. Rotarians and others in the community have volunteered to assist with the maintenance.

In Tabernacle, community members are also willing to step up and assist with the clean-up at Junior Mechanics Cemetery.

However, those offering to volunteer are seeking permission from the landowner. The lack of response from those who may still hold leadership roles in the organization, which operates the cemetery, have many wondering what will be the next step.

Nevertheless, the cemetery looks better compared to a few weeks ago due to the efforts of the Department of Military and Veteran Affairs. However, family members of those buried in the cemetery are still concerned that the property will not receive the continued care that is needed on all graves. Officials have promised to remain diligent and will explore other options to ensure the upkeep of the property.

Linda Jagiela can be reached via email novedlinda@comcast.net.

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“Eileen’s Law” Advances Allowing for Vehicular Homicide Charges for Deaths Caused by Failing to Maintain Lane For the Pine Barrens Tribune

MEDFORD–Legislation sponsored by Senator Dawn Marie Addiego (R-8), to make it easier for prosecutors to obtain a conviction of vehicular homicide against a driver who failed to maintain their lane, has been approved by the Senate Law & Public Safety Committee.

The measure, S-2342, was introduced to address deficiencies in the current law that were identified following the tragic death of Medford resident Eileen Marmino; a wife, mother of young twins, and a special education science teacher at Burlington City High School.

“It’s almost inconceivable that a driver who recklessly swerves out of their lane can’t be held accountable for killing somebody,” said Addiego. “Unless we start to prosecute more drivers for the deaths they cause, more families will suffer as the Marminos have since Eileen was taken from them.”

Marmino was struck and killed by a driver who entered the designated bike lane where she was riding.

According to impact statements filed by the family, the driver is documented to have said that she thought she had hit “something,” and was not even aware that she had struck and killed a person, who turned out to be

Marmino.

The driver had also reportedly struck a mailbox approximately a quarter-mile before the fatal impact.

“If you’re so distracted that you don’t realize your car has left its lane and has hit a mailbox and a person, it’s clear you’re operating your vehicle recklessly,” said Bruce Lafferty, Eileen’s father. “It’s sickening as a father who has lost his daughter to a distracted driver to know that our current laws don’t allow for vehicular homicide charges under these circumstances. In our case, Eileen’s life was found to be worth less than $300, the amount her killer paid in fines. The passage of Eileen’s Law will address this inequity and help prevent other families from knowing the pain we have felt since Eileen was taken from us so abruptly.”

Under Addiego’s legislation, proof that the defendant failed to maintain a lane may give rise to the inference that the defendant was engaged in reckless driving, allowing for charges of vehicular homicide.

The legislation makes vehicular homicide a crime of the third degree if the driver failed to maintain a lane, subjecting a defendant on conviction to a term of imprisonment of three to five years and a fine of up to $15,000.

PHOTO SUBMITTED Senator Dawn Marie Addiego addresses the room at last weeks legislation meeting.

“The driver who took Eileen’s life received less than $300 in fines and no prison time, but we’re making sure that others don’t get off so easy for deaths caused by their reckless distracted driving,” added Addiego. “Driving

distracted can be a deadly choice that we need to convince people not to make.”

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Scanner Demo Saws, Blower, and Hedge Trimmer Stolen at Medford Leas

Tabernacle Fire Company's New Ride

MEDFORD—On Wednesday, September 28 at 5:56 p.m.; Medford Township Police responded to Medford Leas, at 231 Route 70, for the report of a burglary to at enclosed construction trailer.

The police investigation revealed that unknown persons accessed the unsecured trailer between the hours of 11:00 a.m. and 5:56 p.m. and took two Stihl Demo saws, one Red Max blower, one Echo hedge trimmer, and 2 steel demo saw blades.

Total value of loss was estimated at over $3,300. The 2-Stihl Demo saws were valued at $1198.35 each. The Red Max blower was valued at $523.23 and the Echo hedge trimmer was valued at $309.23. The two steel demo saw blades were valued at $43.15 each.

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PINEBARRENSTRIBUNE.COM Single Vehicle Crash in Pemberton Turns Fatal PEMBERTON—On Tuesday, September 27, at 5:11 a.m., Pemberton Township Police officers were dispatched to the area of Hanover Boulevard and Magnolia Street for a motorvehicle collision with tow persons trapped.

Upon arrival, it was found that a 1993 BMW 325i; driven by John P. Randolph, 38, of Browns Mills,; was off the road on the westbound side of Hanover Blvd.

A preliminary investigation revealed that the car was traveling east on Hanover Blvd. when it lost control, crossed the centerline, and left the roadway. As the car left the roadway, it struck a tree.

The vehicle sustained significant damage and part of the tree penetrated the car. The road was wet as it was raining.

Randolph, along with Dennis M. McCaffrey Jr., 40; who was a passenger in the vehicle; were not wearing their seatbelts.

McCaffrey was pronounced dead at the scene. Randolph sustained multiple life-threatening injuries and was taken to Capital Health Medical Center in Trenton, for treatment.

The collision is under investigation at this time. Anyone with any additional information or who may have witnessed this collision is urged to contact the Pemberton Township Police Department at (609) 894-3308 or the Police Confidential Tip Line at (609) 894-3352.

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Front view of the Tabernacle Fire Rescue Engine 4312.

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A Gas Tax Increase Will Hurt Families The New Jersey Legislature is on the verge of raising the gasoline tax from 14.5 cents to 37.5 cents a gallon beginning on November 1, decreasing the sales tax by one-eighth of a percentage point in January 2017 and then another quarter percent in 2018, and eliminating the estate tax beginning in 2018. In our opinion, the concept of raising a tax while lowering other taxes doesn’t make sense.

Several members of the New Jersey Legislature believe that the 23-cent-pergallon increase on gasoline will finance an eight-year, $16 billion transportation program. If history repeats itself, it won’t. We believe the money will dry up fast as it will be reallocated to fund other so-called “priorities” or the good old “pork” projects.

The politicians in favor of the gasoline tax increase are already boasting about how the same legislation will provide meaningful financial relief by decreasing or eliminating some of the other taxes we have an obligation to pay.

Baloney. Meaningful relief can only be achieved through an across the board tax cut accompanied by a decrease in spending. We’ve also done some number crunching and the proposed cuts are mediocre at best.

We have no doubt that families who live or work in the Pine Barrens will pay more out of pocket if this piece of legislation is enacted into law. We are

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dependent on gasoline in the Pine Barrens. We use gasoline to operate our farm equipment. We use gasoline to operate our lawn mowers. Given how spread out most of our homes and businesses are, we fill our tanks at least once, if not two or three times a week.

Gasoline is the one taxable good that we consume the most.

There is also something else about this whole thing that makes us uneasy.

The New Jersey Legislature could easily change their minds about the sales tax cut or estate tax elimination in 2018. They have the power to postpone or remove those planned cuts altogether through new legislation. Knowing how Trenton works, they’ll find a reason to take more money out of our pockets sooner, rather than later.

Kudos to the 9th District Legislators, who represent Bass River and Washington, for being opposed to the gas tax hike from the start. In the meantime, call (609)-654-1498 and let the 8th District Legislators, who represent the rest of our coverage area, hear your voice.

Douglas D. Melegari Publisher, Editor, News Director

Canoe Signs Are An Unnecessary Expenditure Has the State of New Jersey gone crazy? We are told that we do not have the money to fill potholes or repair crumbling bridges. They want to raise our gas tax 23 cents. However, there is apparently enough money for canoe signs, which have popped up like weeds, throughout eastern Burlington and Atlantic Counties.

Just what we need: Another thing to distract drivers who are already texting and talking, while speeding and mowing down bicyclists as well as deer and other wildlife on our roads.

This is not to mention that the sign posts will interfere with snowplowing in the winter and the already poor job of mowing that might or might not get done the rest of the year. There will also be taller grass and weed patches to harbor ticks, chiggers, and mosquitoes!

Besides that, the signs are admittedly quite pretty, making them a sure target for thieves.

What is the purpose of these signs?

Does some official in the state believe someone will wake up in the morning,

load their canoe on the roof of the car and head off, looking for someplace to put it in the water? Don’t count on these signs to help, though, because there are no corresponding signs that say “You are here.” at the few places where you can actually launch a boat.

Who in this decade doesn’t have a smartphone or other device that will tell them exactly where to go to put their boat in the water?

The signs don’t make any sense unless you happen upon one that says “Pine Barrens Byway” on it, which the majority don’t. Why not just create an App so that people can follow a scenic route through the Pine Barrens, if they wish, using their phone and GPS? Why clutter up the state, especially the so-called “pristine” Pine Barrens, with ridiculous signs? This is all yet another huge waste of taxpayers’ dollars and another thoughtless act by our government officials.

Vera C. Stek Egg Harbor City, New Jersey

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October Events October 8

October 9

Location: Medford Event: Annual Apple Festival at Kirby's Mill, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Details: Apples are returning again in October to Kirby’s Mill! Over 100 Craft Booths, Food, Demonstrations, Music, Children's Activities, Apple Products, Apple Cider, Cider Donuts and much more.

Admission is FREE. All proceeds from the Apple Festival, including profits from product sales and vendor fees, benefit the Medford Historical Society and its ongoing restoration of the Kirby’s Mill complex. The address is 275 Church Rd. in Medford, New Jersey.

Location: Pemberton Event: Blueberry Music Jam, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Details: Calling all music lovers and musicians! Come to historic Whitesbog Village and join the music for an open jam session. All acoustic musicians are welcome from every music genre. Join experienced musicians for an open music jam on the porch of the General Store.

Free activity.

Location: Vincentown Event: Southampton Fire Prevention Day, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Details: The Vincent Fire Company #1 and the Hampton Lakes Volunteer Fire Company are having a Joint Fire Prevention Day from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The address is 5 Retreat Road in Southampton.

Location: Vincentown Event: Antique Show and Sale, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Details: The Vincentown Garden Club is sponsoring its first Antique Show and Sale, to be held 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Southampton School #3 in Vincentown. The event will feature vintage items of furniture, pottery, glass, silverware, and even more by area antique dealers. The fundraiser proceeds will benefit the Vincentown Garden Club projects which aim to beautify and preserve historic and picturesque town treasures. A $3 admission will be collected at the door.

The event will be held the same day as the Medford Apple Festival at Kirby's Mill; Vincentown is a few miles east of Kirby's Mill, and we would be delighted to have your attendance as well.

Location: Cherry Hill Event: Virtua Women’s Conference, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Details: When the changes in your body rearrange your life, it’s time to take control. Virtua presents a day devoted to healthy solutions for busy women. This rejuvenating day includes expert-led health sessions, enlightening wellness and beauty experiences and two powerful keynote speakers. You’ll be treated to a healthy breakfast, sit-down lunch, gourmet coffee bar and lovely gifts. For tickets: Pre-registration required. $40 per person. Address: The Crown Plaza, 2349 W. Marlton Pike, Cherry Hill. RSVP: Register online at Virtua.org/Conference or call (888) 847-8823.

Location: Medford Event: Scarecrows on Main Street Contest Details: Bring the family for a fun stroll down Main Street in historic Medford Village. Winners of the contest will be announced at 1 p.m. at the gazebo. The scarecrows will be on display until November 6.

Location: Chatsworth Event: The Cranberry Festival, 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. Details: Join us for a celebration of New Jersey's cranberry harvest, the 3rd largest in the United States, a tribute to the Pine Barrens and our local culture. The main attraction is the diverse showing of many artists & craftsmen, some of which will also be demonstrating their crafts as well as displaying them for sale.

Admission to the festival is free. A donation of $5.00 Location: Southampton will be accepted if you use our parking area at the school Event: Leisuretowne Art Show Details: Sunday October 9th, 2016 at Laurel Hall. located off of 2nd Street. Festival Hours: 9:00 A.M. to 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Beautiful paintings in various media. 4:00 P.M. Art reasonably priced. Refreshments served. Open to the October 16 public.

Location: Chatsworth October 10 Event: The Cranberry Festival, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Location: Tabernacle Details: Join us for a celebration of New Jersey's Event: Annual Open House Fire Prevention, 6 p.m. to 9 cranberry harvest, the 3rd largest in the United States, a p.m. tribute to the Pine Barrens and our local culture. The Details: Come out for some free fun! 76 Hawkins main attraction is the diverse showing of many artists & Road, Tabernacle, New Jersey. craftsmen, some of which will also be demonstrating their crafts as well as displaying them for sale.

October 11 Admission to the festival is free. A donation of $5.00 will be accepted if you use our parking area at the Location: Pemberton school located off of Second Street. Festival Hours: 9 Event: Film Noir Screening, 6:30 p.m.

Details: Join us at the Pemberton Community a.m. to 4 p.m.

Library to see the movie, The Big Sleep (Rated PG-13, 1 hour 47 minutes). Private detective Philip Marlowe is Location: Batsto hired by a wealthy family to save the youngest daughter Event: Country Living Fair, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. from gambling debts. Before the complex case is over, Details: The Batsto Citizens Committee, Inc. will he's seen murder, blackmail, robbery, a lovely widow and hold its Annual Country Living Fair at Historic Batsto a twisted ending. This 1946 film noir favorite, directed by Village in Wharton State Forest on Sunday, October 16, Howard Hawks, starring Humphrey Bogart and Lauren 2016. The hours are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be Bacall, is the first adaptation of the novel by Raymond no admission and no parking fee. The Committee has Chandler. invited more than 125 exhibitors to participate in this daylong event. Visitors will have an opportunity to see October 13 and purchase a variety of Country, Colonial and Victorian crafts. They will also be able to meet talented Location: Medford Event: Woman's Club of Medford, New Member crafters demonstrating their artistry in a wide assortment Meeting, 7:30 p.m. of materials. A blacksmith will be showing his craft in Details: The Woman's Club of Medford will be the Batsto Blacksmith Shop. Pre-World War II cars will hosting interested women from local communities on be on display. Old-time steam engines, antiques, and Thursday, Oct. 13 at 7:30 p.m. Women 18 and older from pony rides will help make this an event of special Medford and surrounding communities are welcome to interest to people of all ages. The Renegade Cloggers attend. Club members will be providing refreshments. will perform during the day. Visitors will be able to purchase raffle tickets for a handmade quilt. It is hoped October 15 that Smokey Bear will make an appearance along with the NJ Forest Fire Service truck.

Local service Location: Browns Mills organizations will sell a variety of foods and drinks.

Event: Hunters Moonlight Walk in Whitesbog, 7 p.m.

Details: Listen to the night sounds of the pines, Various 4-H groups will be available to display their learn about Whitesbog and experience the seasonal animals and discuss their experiences as a member of a changes of the Pinelands. All walks are 3-5 miles in 4-H club. Animal rescue groups will bring various length, weather permitting, and led by experienced breeds of dogs hoping to be adopted. In addition to leaders. $5.00 per person. Reservations requested 609- pony rides, children will be able to enjoy the petting 893-4646. farm animals of Barnyard Friends from Dorothy, NJ.

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Pemberton Seniors Remember Emma Johnson’s Life

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PEMBERTON– On September 28, Emma Johnson’s family arrived at the senior center to hold a memorial service in remembrance of Emma. She had been active with the seniors for several years. First, she brought her mother to the center during the years she was a prime caretaker for her mom. She was a loving and caring daughter, seeing to all her mom’s needs. We all remember Marion Ruffin and the wonderful care her daughter provided for her during those last years of her life. Johnson had been a professional healthcare worker during her younger days, so she really knew the importance of these services. Her mom was fortunate to spend her final years with her daughter.

Johnson’s family provided a suitable memorial for her. Her last wishes were to have her life celebrated with the seniors that she spent many hours with. She was always ready when the senior bus stopped to pick her up. Once at the center, she spent time at every table sharing and ready to assist. “Do you need a cup of coffee?” “Can I get you some toast?” Always loving and caring, she spread cheer among the seniors. We will all miss her. Her family and friends gave testimony to her extraordinary life of service.

A buffet dinner was shared following the memorial.

Thursday found the seniors at Aspen Hills with another “Bingo with Margaret” morning. While at Aspen Hills, seniors are treated to a buffet of scrambled eggs and

sausage, along with pastries and bagels. Of course, there is coffee and juice for everyone and time to visit with friends. Once the game has started, seniors pay close attention because the prizes are gift certificates to local businesses. Everyone cheers when a winner is announced. If one does not win at Bingo, they can win a door prize. There is lots of fun involved. There is a valet parking service for the seniors. Some of the maintenance workers stand by and park cars so the seniors do not have to walk too far. There is even a wheelchair service available for those not able to walk easily. Margaret Graiff and her staff assure that all needs are met. Thank you for a great morning out.

By the time this is published, the seniors will have taken their trip to Jenkinson’s Aquarium in Point Pleasant Beach. This trip and many others are sponsored by the Pemberton Township Senior Council and open to senior residents and their guests. A list of trips is published on the township website, under the Senior Services Department. During this month, trips are being planned for 2017.

If you are a senior, consider joining the group and go on some of the trips. The fees are reduced as this is not a money-making endeavor. Ticket sales are available daily between 9 am and noon.

If you are a senior and have not yet visited the senior center on Brooks Street, across from the Browns Mills Post Office, it is time to check out the many activities offered.

Exercise machines are available and many seniors stop in during the day to keep themselves fit. A new exercise bike has been

ordered and will be available soon. There are treadmills available so one may walk no matter what the weather. The center is open daily from 7:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. most days. There is no charge to register and participate in the many daily activities.

There is always something going on, so do not stay home and be lonely, come to the center and make new friends, or renew old friendships.

PINE KNOTS COLUMN BMIA Will Participate in the Oct. 15 Clean Communities project

By Ebba Liguori For the Pine Barrens Tribune

PEMBERTON– The Browns Mills Improvement Association (BMIA) will partner with the Rotary Club on Saturday, October 15 in the Pemberton Township Clean community clean-up. The groups will meet at 8 a.m. at the Maryland Ave. beach in Presidential Lakes and clean up the immediate area and neighboring streets.

Please contact President Elisabeth White McCartney if you are able to volunteer. She will email you a waiver form to complete and bring with you to the clean-up. If enough volunteers participate, there is an opportunity to earn money for the non-profit organization.

Please come dressed appropriately and ready to assist.

Later the same day, the BMIA will hold their Fall Pot Luck Dinner at 5 p.m. in the BMIA Building. Paid up members and their guests are invited to attend the dinner and bring a dish to share. These dinners are a wonderful time to get to know your neighbors. The newly elected officers will be installed at this dinner. Meet the new officers and board of directors and learn more about the upcoming planned activities.

A contest is being planned to design the landscaping for the “Triangle” at the intersection of Clubhouse Road and West Lake Shore Drive.

Dawn Viveiros, horticultural instructor at Pemberton Township High School, will be working on this project. Details will be announced soon.

The BMIA has proposed this beautification project to enhance the landscape and beautify the main road leading to the beach area.

The next general meeting will be held

on Sunday, October 23 at 2 p.m. at the BMIA Building. A forum will be held for the Pemberton Township Board of Education candidates. Each candidate will have an opportunity to introduce themselves and explain why they wish to serve on the school board. There will be prepared questions asked of the candidates. If you have a proposed question for them, please contact President McCartney before the October 15 dinner or bring it to the dinner.

The executive committee will prepare the most suitable questions for inclusion at the meeting.

Questions will not be accepted at the meeting, but ample time will be allowed following the meeting for personal questions and concerns.

As always, refreshments will be provided following the meeting. The October meeting will also feature the annual “Berry Bake-Off” contest, which means more delicious treats to sample!

The Browns Mills Improvement Association, known as the BMIA, is the oldest local civic organization in Pemberton Township. It is fast approaching 100 years of service to the community. Meetings are held on the fourth Sunday monthly, September through June, at 2 pm at the BMIA Building on Arbutus Street, near the Mirror Lake Beach.

The building is handicapped accessible and there is ample parking. Check out our Face Book page “BMIA – Browns Mills Improvement Association”.

Annual dues are only $15 per family. Checks may be sent to: BMIA, PO Box 395, Browns Mills, NJ 08015. Residents are encouraged to join the BMIA and support community efforts to improve our township.

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BUSINESS AND TECHNOLOGY Atlantic City Electric Cautions Customers Against Bill Payment Scams and Utility Imposters For the Pine Barrens Tribune

MAYS LANDING– Customers of Atlantic City Electric (ACE) are urged to verify the identity of anyone calling regarding their account, in particular calls regarding payment.

Customers should also be familiar with ACE’s payment options – the company will never ask customers to pay their bill using a gift card There are periodic scams involving criminals who masquerade as ACE employees on the phone in order to steal personal financial information. This scam is often referred to as the "Green Dot" Visa credit card scam, as criminals request the "Green Dot" card in many instances. In some cases, the scam even incorporates a phone number for customers to call and a fake Atlantic City Electric voice recording.

Scammers will sometimes use a “shadow” or “800” call-back phone number. The imposters will use technology to have the Atlantic City Electric “800” customer service number appear on the telephone’s caller ID feature. When customers call the shadow number, the “scammers” answer claiming to be affiliated with Atlantic City Electric.

In addition to residential customers,

scammers are also targeting businesses claiming the location’s electric service account is delinquent and that power will be disconnected unless a payment is made by a specific method such as the prepaid, reloadable credit card. Once the scammer obtains the card’s identifying information, the value is then downloaded, swept and stolen. These transactions are untraceable.

Atlantic City Electric will contact customers in person or via phone for various reasons. If someone claims to represent Atlantic City Electric, it’s important that customers take precautions to verify the person is affiliated with the ACE, especially if that person is requesting an immediate monetary payment.

When addressing past-due accounts, Atlantic City Electric never endorses a specific form of payment. Instead, multiple payment options are always given to the customer.

Atlantic City Electric advises customers to ask for official photo identification from any person who shows up at their door.

Employees from reputable companies, such as ACE, will carry official company identification cards. If proper identification cannot be produced, customers should notify police and the company with whom the

individual claims to be associated.

Similarly, if someone calls claiming they represent a certain company, customers should ask the caller to verify his or her identity and affiliation. If customers have

any doubt about the validity of a person’s claim in representing Atlantic City Electric, they should call the company immediately a 1(800)- 642-3780.

Free Shredding Event at Rowan College at Burlington County For the Pine Barrens Tribune

MOLLY HOLLY–Burlington County Sheriff Jean Stanfield announced on Wednesday that she will be hosting a free shredding event on Saturday, October 8th from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Rowan College at Burlington County’s Mount Laurel Campus (3331 Route 38, Mount Laurel, NJ 08054).

“Confidential files contain information that in the wrong hands could spell disaster for us and our loved ones,” said Stanfield.

“This free shredding event will allow our residents to shred files such as bank and credit card statements, tax returns, papers with account numbers or social security numbers, and keep their family’s identities safe.”

Residents are urged to bring only “confidential” documents to be shredded onsite. The County asks that residents NOT include binders, plastic folders, computer disks or credit cards. Up to four bags or boxes per car will be accepted. Already-shredded paper can also be recycled at this event.

“We are proud to make this free event available to Burlington County residents,” continued Stanfield. “For your convenience our staff will be on hand to unload your car, so you won’t even have to leave your vehicle!”

This event is for residents of Burlington County only. ID is required. County officials stress this event is not for businesses or nonprofits. Residents can call (609)-499-1001 weekdays or email recycle@co.burlington.nj.us for more information.

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HEALTH Dear Pharmacist By: Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Suzy Cohen is the author of "The 24-Hour Pharmacist" and "Real Solutions". For more information, visit www.SuzyCohen.com .

How Some Pain Killers Also Kill Your Pleasure There is a strong divide among users of prescription pain killers and those who are opposed to them. I’m referring to opiate analgesics such as oxycodone, hydrocodone, codeine and others. The street drug heroin is a highly addictive opiate.

For the record, I’m not opposed topain killers when they are prescribed by a caring pain management doctor. Having worked in rehab centers and with hospice patients, I know these drugs are often indicated and useful, and no person should ever have to suffer.

I am obviously very opposed to using pain killers recreationally, or when there is no longer a pain syndrome. Doctors continue to prescribe drugs sometimes, even though your pain level could be managed with a nonaddictive analgesic. This could lead to what I call “accidental addiction” and it happens frequently. Opiates are beguiling. They are pain killers, as well as pleasure killers.

It happens easily. You fill your prescription for 30 hydrocodone after some dental work or back pain, and when the bottle is empty, you ask for a new prescription, just in case. Maybe you’re worried the pain will come back… maybe you enjoyed the pleasant sensation, or better sleep. Regardless of the reason, your condition no longer warrants the use of an opiate, but you want it anyway. Now you’re accidentally addicted, even though you are not a drug-seeking person.

It’s because of the temporary dopamine rush from the opiate, which makes you feel better for a while after each dose. With time, dopamine is depleted. So are other happy brain chemicals. Opiate analgesic drugs cannot be stopped suddenly, because your pleasure center

has been numbed and you no longer manufacture your own natural endorphins.

After one month of opiate consumption, levels of neurotransmitters that regulate mood, appetite and happiness become reduced. Opiates make you feel good for about an hour due mostly to the dopamine secretion. Once fully depleted, you begin feeling emotionally numb, anhedonic, depressed, anxious, unable to sleep and possibly suicidal. Zest for living goes down in between each dose.

You’re not going crazy.

This is a physiological problem, it’s not in your head.

While it does take time to restore natural endorphins, you absolutely can get well in time, after tapering off properly. The medication’s toll on your central nervous system is the problem.

Opiates are ‘drug muggers’ of natural endorphins and reduce the following: Serotonin- Appetite, memory, social interactions, muscle contractions Melatonin- Sleep, immunity, inflammation and fertility Dopamine- Passion, muscle and movement, libido and heart rate.

GABA- Muscle relaxation, sleep, attention and growth hormone.

Acetylcholine- Attention, short-term memory and heart rate.

I have a longer version of this article at my website, suzycohen.com to get it, just sign up for my free newsletter. The main point I’m making is how long-term use of opiate analgesics deplete your brain of happy brain chemicals. The long-term damage done by these drugs can be repaired over time. You may benefit from addiction specialist certified by the American Board of Addiction Medicine.

This information is not intended to treat, cure, or diagnose your condition. For more information, please visit www.SuzyCohen.com. © 2016 SUZY COHEN, RPH. DISTRIBUTED BY DEAR PHARMACIST, INC.

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PHOTO SUBMITTED Freeholder Mary Ann O’Brien getting her flu shot to start off the meeting.

Freeholder O’Brien Announces 2016 Seasonal Flu Clinics MOUNT HOLLY–At Wednesday Evening's public meeting of the Burlington County Board of Chosen Freeholders, Freeholder Mary Ann O’Brien kicked off the Burlington County Health Department’s annual Seasonal Flu Clinics by receiving the vaccination herself.

“Flu season is nearly upon us. Starting this week, the Burlington County Health Department will be offering their seasonal flu clinics that provide county residents flu and pneumonia vaccines,” said O’Brien. “As the influenza viruses continually change it is highly important to get a flu shot every year to ensure the health and wellbeing of you and your loved ones.”

Those 65 years and older, children under 2, and those with weakened immune systems have a higher risk of experiencing complications from the flu, but an annual seasonal flu shot is recommended for all residents aged 6 months and older by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Seasonal flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by flu viruses. It spreads between people and can cause mild to severe illness. In some cases, the flu can lead to death. In the United States, flu season occurs in the fall and winter. Seasonal flu activity usually peaks in January or February, but it can occur as early as October and as late as May. For the vaccine to provide full protection against the flu, it takes about two weeks after vaccination for antibodies to develop in the body. Getting vaccinated early in the fall helps to reduce the chances residents may get sick before the vaccine is able to provide full protection.

“Clinics are currently scheduled across the county through December,” explained O’Brien.

“Residents who wish to register for clinics in advance can do so by visiting the Health Department’s section of the County website (pubhealth.co.burlington.nj.us/public/).

Walk-ins are also welcome.”

It can sometimes be hard to tell the difference between a bad cold and the flu.

Your primary care provider may be able to test you within the first few days of symptoms in order to determine if you have the flu or not.

Symptoms of the flu include: – A 100 F or higher fever or feeling feverish – A cough and/or sore throat – A runny or stuffy nose – Headaches and/or body aches – Chills – Fatigue – Nausea, vomiting, and/or diarrhea (most common in children).

The following is a schedule of flu clinics until the end of the year in the Pines. More locations in the county can be found on www.pinebarrenstribune.com . With the exception of the Drive Thru Clinic, all clinics will be held on Thursdays: – Oct. 13th, 9:30 a.m.—11 a.m.: Pemberton Senior Center 300 Brooks St., Browns Mills.

– Oct. 13th, 1 p.m.—2:30 p.m.: Vincentown Fire Co. #1 16 Race St., Southampton.

– Oct. 20th, 1 p.m.—2:30 p.m.: Cranberry Hall Senior Center 44 Charles St., Medford.

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FUN AND GAMES CROSSWORD PUZZLE

Are We There Yet? By: Lori Clinch

Lori Clinch was born and raised in North Platte, Nebraska, a hotbed of material for writers whose passion it is to make people laugh. Lori Clinch is the mother of four sons and the author of the book "Are We There Yet?"

Now, What Was It I Was Going To Say?

Across 1 Discouraged 10 Father of Reuben, in Genesis 15 Spider producer 16 __ Bowl: Boston College won the last one in 2000 17 54-Down cause, in modern jargon 18 Samurai without a master 19 Sell the scene 20 __ Air 22 Have more than enough 23 Mtge. application datum 24 Hayek of "Frida" 26 Meld 27 Shafts, so to speak 30 Court pos.

31 Hillshire Brands owner 34 "Bad idea" 35 Skosh 36 High-protein grain 37 Great Plains tribe 39 Sch. whose marching band played on Fleetwood Mac's "Tusk" 40 Spray-making co.

42 Golden Globe nominee for "Tommy" 43 Second-most populous Afr.

country 44 What some authority figures wear?

46 God in 56-Across 48 Past 49 K.C. setting 52 Item on a carhop's tray 53 Fox's leg?

54 Reno-__ Intl. Airport 56 It concludes with Hector's funeral 58 Little League game ender, perhaps 61 __ mentality 62 Yosemite attraction 63 "Blade Runner" actor Rutger _ 64 "Days," for one

Down 1 Gun holders 2 Bucks 3 River in a Burns poem 4 Great quantity 5 City with a Penn State campus 6 Get into 7 Surprise letters 8 Ineffective 9 Court leader 10 Shake up

11 Hard to reach 12 Copper, notably 13 Jack Nicklaus Museum campus 14 Time to celebrate 21 Dream state?

24 Misfit '70s sitcom character 25 Power chaser?

27 Bolted 28 Up 29 Old will?

31 Easily appalled 32 Where billabongs flow 33 "The Three Musketeers" antagonist 38 Ring concerns: Abbr.

41 Vilifies 42 Indian lentil dish 45 Asian citrus fruit 47 Part of a process 49 Drag racing safety feature 50 __ system 51 "Lovergirl" vocalist __ Marie 54 Paper slip 55 "What __!": "I've been swindled!"

57 Aachen article 59 Onetime Hertz owner 60 Tube top

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Having a bad memory is awful enough, but when I’m around my husband and our four sons, it’s the worst!

They are all blessed with stellar memories. They know where they’ve been, where they are going and why they ran into the kitchen. Not to mention, they know who they told what, when, and not only remember the response, but the location of the conversation.

Therefore when I repeat myself (and apparently I do this a lot), my husband and sons look at each other, roll their eyes and say, “We had this same conversation yesterday.”

They also like to say, “You already told me that,” “I answered that question last night,” and then follow their comments up with a condescending, “She’s losing it!”

Sadly enough for me, I’m at the age where I have to start each and every conversation with, “Stop me if I’ve told you this already.”

I would worry about me more, if I weren’t blessed with gal pals that are the same age and experiencing the same thing.

Last week, three of us sat down to have a lovely visit about many things. When the conversation led to the topic of our bad memories, my friend Ethyl said she could totally relate. She then explained how she went to the garage, no less than three times, to get the same thing and forgot what it was each and every time.

“Been there; done that!” our friend Terrie chimed in.

“I would walk out of the house,” Ethyl said, “and stand in the garage for a moment wondering why I came. Then I would go back inside, do a few things and then remember what it was—only to forget again the second I stepped out of the house.

“I finally grabbed some chicken out of the freezer,” Ethyl said, “and brought it into the kitchen, held it up to the empty room and asked ‘Was this it?’”

As Ethyl was telling her story, I thought of something really important that I wanted to say but did not want to be rude. “I have to remember, I have to remember,” I repeated in my head. When Ethyl’s tale of woe turned to gray hairs and their multiplication, I pondered good manners.

Instead of listening to my dear friend, I wondered if I could simply interrupt the conversation and say, “I’m sorry, but I have something more important to say.” Would that be a bad thing? Would Ethyl understand?

What would Ms. Manners say?

Sadly, while I was pondering my dilemma, I forgot what my important topic was.

Suddenly the room went quiet, we all looked at each other with blank looks and Ethyl asked, “What was I saying?”

“I can’t remember,” I responded.

“You were talking about chicken,” Terrie offered.

“What was I doing with chicken?” inquired Ethyl.

“Were you giving us a recipe?” I asked.

“I don’t have a good recipe for chicken, do I?” Terrie then suggested, “Perhaps you were going to the garage for chicken when you suddenly realized that you have gray hair!”

“What does chicken have to do with gray hair?” I said.

“I don’t know,” replied Terrie. “It was Ethyl’s story.”

“Now I remember!” exclaimed Ethyl. “I was talking about how Vera makes great chicken and then I was commenting on the fact that she doesn’t have as much as a strand of gray hair.” As she went back into her story, I suddenly remembered my all-too-important topic.

I then thought to myself that Ethyl was a understanding person friend and therefore would forgive me for my interruption. I blurted out, “I’m so sorry to interrupt you, but I have something really important to tell you and I’m afraid I’ll forget if I don’t say it right this minute.”

All eyes were upon me when I realized, with great dismay, that during my sincere apology, I had once again forgotten what I wanted to say.

“Was it a recipe for chicken?” Terrie asked.

“Perhaps it had something to do with your garage,” suggested Ethyl.

If I truly am losing my mind, at least I can find some measure of comfort knowing that I’m in good company.

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Help Wanted Ocean Spray Cranberries–Now hiring full-time, Seasonal General Labor positions are available beginning in September in the Admin, Quality, and Receiving Departments at our Receiving Stations in Chatsworth New Jersey.

Primary responsibilities are receiving and processing berries, with duties which could include quality testing, record keeping, sanitation, forklift operation, wooden bin construction/repair, etc.

Qualified candidates must be at least 18 years of age, and will be expected to work in a team environment. They should be able to lift up to 30 pounds repeatedly, follow instructions and adhere to good manufacturing, safety and environmental practices. Forklift experience is a plus.

The seasonal pay rate is $12 per hour for new hires. Overtime is paid for hours worked in excess of 40 in one week.

If you are interested in any of these positions, please come by the receiving station, located at 3917 Main Street in Chatsworth, NJ 08019, or call 609-726-1600. Office

Pine Barrens Media LLC -– Searching for an advertising sales representative. The right candidate will be a highly organized, collaborative, and creative closer who thrives in a deadline driven sales environment and demonstrates a passion for both print and digital advertising sales.

This job includes prospecting leads, making calls, daily territory travel, setting up appointments, and the use of technology. Previous newspaper and/or sales experience is a plus, but not necessary. Strong face-to-face, written, and verbal communication skills with an eye for detail are a must. Candidates must possess a valid driver’s license and a reliable vehicle.

Please include your resume, cover letter, and professional references and send to letters@pinebarrenstribune.com.

The pay rate is $12 per hour for new hires along with a sales commission.

Pine Barrens Media LLC – Accepting applications for a newspaper delivery driver to work

in the Burlington County area. This is a great part-time income opportunity for a motivated individual. A personal vehicle is necessary and a large van, cargo van, large SUV, or extended cab pickup truck is preferred. Working hours may vary depending upon delivery arrival time. The ideal candidate should be available Thursday through Saturday.

Responsibilities include lifting up to 40 pound and delivering newspapers to racks and local businesses. Excellent reading, comprehension, organizational, and written and verbal communication skills are required. A valid driver’s license, insurance card, and clear/impeccable driving record is a must! Please include your resume, cover letter, and professional references and send to letters@pinebarrenstribune.com.

The pay rate is $20 per hour for new hires.

Pine Barrens Media LLC – Searching for a part-time journalist/reporter with strong reporting skills and great storytelling abilities to join the Pine Barrens Tribune news team!

The ideal candidate will have excellent news judgment and be able to develop sources to allow them to break major stories both in

-print and online. We are seeking a motivated, energetic, creative, and aggressive reporter who can think and perform outside the box. The candidate should be able to develop story ideas and gather information for the newspaper and website, have sound writing skills, a great work ethic, strong interpersonal skills, and a can-do attitude. The best person for this job will have excellent writing skills and thrive on breaking stories. Video editing, photograph

editing, and graphic artwork experience is a huge plus, but not required. A college degree in Journalism/Mass Communications or related field of study is required. The average work schedule will include evenings (evenings will be very common) and weekends. Please include your resume, cover letter, three writing samples, and professional references and send to letters@pinebarrenstribune.com.

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Garage/Yard Sale WOOD SALE October 15th, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. – Lumber, turning blanks, flitches.

Domestic and exotic species include walnut, cherry, persimmon, butternut, black locust, ebony, rosewood, macadamia, lychee, Indonesian ironwood, knobthorn, and more. 38 Washington Way, Tabernacle. Look for signs.

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HOME, GARDEN, AND FARMING Farm and Food File By: Alan Guebert

Alan Guebert is an award-winning ag journalist and expert who was raised on an 720-acre, 100cow southern Illinois dairy farm.

Vote Like It’s 2018 As this year’s harvest and general election roll into October, key Capitol Hill farm policy players are looking past both events to stake out negotiating territory in the upcoming 2018 Farm Bill fight.

It’s not too soon. The Congress elected next month will rewrite the every-five-year law that divvies up nearly $100 billion a year on federal farm and food programs. If kept on schedule, the new Farm Bill will be completed in time for the 2018 crop year.

It may take longer, however, if the ideas now making the rounds are any indication of the growing policy divides ahead. Some echo the two-year fight that delivered a fractious, Tea Party-fueled brawl before delivering the 2014 Farm Bill.

One 2018 addition should be a slam-dunk no-brainer: a $46-million-a-year program to assist “urban agriculture” to start or expand its reach so city-based farmers “can sell more products and supply more healthy food for their neighbors,” explains its originator, Michigan’s Debbie Stabenow, the senior Democrat on the Senate Ag Committee.

Stabenow, a savvy Farm Bill veteran, already has lined up big hitters to support her new program. Both the National Farmers Union and the American Farm Bureau Federation endorsed its public rollout on Sept.

26.

Even better for Stabenow, if Democrats reclaim control of the upper chamber she likely will reclaim the leadership of its Farm Billwriting committee.

The second, more formal plan for the new farm law, the conservative-leaning Heritage Foundation’s 148-page “Farms and Free Enterprise: A Blueprint for Agricultural Policy,” arrived Sept. 22. It’s a blueprint all right; a blueprint on how to blow up both today’s farm policy and the policy-making machinery.

The think tank’s president, Jim DeMint, a former GOP senator, lights the fuse in the report’s foreward: “Our leaders will best honor the vital role of agriculture in our society by letting us return to our plowshares unmolested by government, and leaving despotism with the rest of the fertilizer.”

With that metaphoric heave, Heritage tosses most of the current Farm Bill into the legislative manure spreader. For example, it

urges Congress to write a farm law without today’s “central-planning policies… (like) payments to idle land, marketing orders, and subsidized crop insurance.”

The report continues by noting, “…government should not distort food prices” like “some existing policies,” namely “the sugar program and the Renewable Fuel Standard,” do.

With that hearty start, the Heritage report recommends Congress give the heave-ho to long-time Farm Bill elements. It argues that any new bill should: –disconnect all ag program spending, about 20 percent of the current Farm Bill, from the law’s nutrition programs, or the other 80 percent of spending; –eliminate revenue-based crop insurance, a cornerstone of the 2014 law, so “agricultural producers succeed (or fail) on their own merits;” –“eliminate the bioenergy programs in the Farm Bill; repeal the ethanol mandate in its entirety and allow consumers a choice at the pump;” –and repeal the controversial Water of the U.S. rule, get rid of the recently passed “labeling of genetically engineered food” law, and “transfer management of federal lands to states and private citizens.”

This slash-and-burn list of Farm Bill changes isn’t as radical as it first appears because, in truth, it’s a pretty accurate reflection of the rock-ribbed economic and political conservatism preached by most farmers and their, ahem, non-partisan, apolitical farm groups.

It is quite radical, however, to see that preaching taken to its logical policy ends and presented to farmers in almost inarguable, freemarket language.

In effect, Heritage is saying to American farmers: “OK, you want less government; here’s what ‘less government’ looks like: no Food Stamp alliances to carry a new Farm Bill through Congress; no government-protected alternative fuel program; no taxpayersubsidized revenue insurance programs; no sugar program…”

Oh, that’s not what you mean when you say “less government”? Well, that’s what Congress—the new Congress that will write the 2018—hears.

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Available in LX, EX and EX-L Navi trims, the 2017 HR-V is powered by a highly refined and efficient 1.8-liter 4-cylinder 16valve DOHC i-VTEC engine producing a peak 141 horsepower and 127 lb.-ft. of torque. The engine is paired with one of two efficient and responsive Honda transmissions: a seamless and sporty continuously variable transmission, or an engaging 6-speed manual transmission.

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Driving efficiency, handling performance and cabin quietness are further aided by an aerodynamic shape and a lightweight yet rigid body structure with significant noiseinsulating materials and design features.

Fully independent front and torsionbeam rear suspension systems with amplitude reactive dampers maximize rear seating and cargo space while also providing outstanding handling characteristics and ride quality. Electric Power Steering provides a refined and sporty steering feel while minimizing energy requirements.

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