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Long Branch Cop Crawls Under Car to Rescue Kitten.

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LONG BRANCH- Long Branch Police Department Special Officer Cunha did something amazing, according to the department’s Facebook page.

“We heard meowing from somewhere and it turned out a very small kitten was trapped under a car,” the department said. “Officer Cunha crawled under the car and, barring his own safety (and the heat), was able to rescue the kitten. What an amazing man he is! The other officers who responded were absolutely awesome, too. As was Debbie from Animal Control. I cannot thank Long Branch PD ENOUGH for their help! Serving all the citizens of our great city, including 4 legged!”

Did you know that taking pictures of police doing good deeds in the community could earn you a chance to receive a free department magnet and entered in a chance to win a Ring video doorbell system?

Send it in a private message to the department Facebook page or email [email protected].

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Brick Township MUA Hires Lawyer to Fight Asphalt Plan Expansion

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BRICK-The Brick Township Municipal Utilities Authority has hired Toms River land use attorney Edward F Liston, Jr. to represent the utility in its fight against Stavola Asphalt’s expansion of their Brick plan on Chambers Bridge Road.  The MUA fears the plant’s expansion could compromise the quality and safety of the nearby Metedeconk River which runs alongside the Stavola operation.

The Metedeconk River is a primary drinking water source for residents of Brick Township.

“The Metedeconk River is the primary source of our water supply. Such a heavy industrial operation on the river just upstream from where we get our drinking water presents substantial risks to our water quality and our operations and we believe this would not be in the best interest of our customers,” said Brick MUA Chairman Gregory Flynn.

Stavola has operated the plant in Brick Township for over 70 years.

“I will be representing the Brick MUA as an objector to the Stavola application to increase and make larger their asphalt plant on Lanes Mills Road,” Liston said, confirming his firm will represent the town against the proposed project.

“What we are doing in Brick is replacing the original aging plant that has to be stopped and started many times each day with a new plant that will allow us to reduce the starting and stopping of the plant all day long,” Stavola said. “The new plant is better for the environment and allows us to store the asphalt for delivery without the need to run the plant all day long.”

The MUA disagrees, claiming the application submitted by Stavola will significantly expand its asphalt manufacturing operations at its plant on Chambers Bridge Road in Brick.

Residents in Brick Township were split on the project.  While some said the plant has operated without incident and provides jobs within the community, others worried about health risks and traffic safety.

“It’s a disaster waiting to happen,” said Bruce Beyer.

“Overbuilding along the waterway and water pollution is a much bigger problem,” said Stephanie Burke.

Mark Covitz, an overdevelopment activist who is engaged in actions against several other big development projects across Ocean County said most sources of Metedeconk pollution come upstream from Brick’s borders and the township should manage what they can to protect the waterway.

“In Brick what are those pollution issues that are greater than Stavola,” he said. “Please keep in mind that Brick can only control what is in Brick, not development upstream. And the Stavola plant is on the border of Brick and Lakewood.”

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Report: BlueClaws Fireworks Spark Fire at Stadium

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By: Dinesh Patel

LAKEWOOD-The Lakewood Scoop is reporting that a fire broke out in the center field hedgerows during this weekend’s fireworks show at First Energy Park.    Firefighters quickly dispatched to the scene and put the fire out next to the team’s home run pavilion.  Photos and video by the Lakewood Scoop.

The incident represents the hottest moment 2019 season for the Philadephia Phillies affiliate.  The BlueClaws finished their 1st half of the season with a 29-41 record, 6th in the South Atlantic League Northern Division.  In the last half of the season, they are now 7-14, in the basement of the division.

 

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Deal Police: Your Fault if Your Car Gets Stolen Unlocked With Keys Inside

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DEAL-Police in Deal have told residents there’s once again an uptick in stolen vehicles in the town and it’s because of gross negligence by the vehicle owners who leave their keys in their car and the doors unlocked.

While it is not a great idea to leave your keys in your car and a door, maybe the car thieves are slightly to blame as well, but that means things like arrests, lengthy paperwork and time in court.

“Over the past week we have AGAIN taken reports for multiple stolen vehicles. Every single vehicle was left unlocked with the keys inside. This is gross negligence on the part of the vehicle owner. Our officers have been involved in multiple attempts to stop the vehicle thefts from occurring. There is absolutely no excuse for this. Our officers have been placed in very dangerous situations because our residents refuse to LOCK their vehicles,” the police department said. “With repeated alerts through social media, Nixle, reverse 911 alerts and our officers speaking directly with our residents, it still seems to be falling on deaf ears. In some instances, doors were left wide open with the vehicle running.”

“YOU continue to invite a criminal element into our community due to your behavior. You must LOCK your vehicles and remove the keys and key fobs. These criminals are well aware that your vehicles are unlocked and you leave the keys inside. Without your cooperation and due diligence, this problem will only get worse. LOCK YOUR CARS,” the department said.

 

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Man Arrested for Robbery, Heroin, Cocaine Distribution

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LAKEHURST-On May 15, 2019 at approximately 4:10pm, members of the Lakehurst Police Department responded to the area of Cedar Street and Division Street for a report of motor vehicle crash/disturbance involving a firearm. As Officers arrived on scene, Jerome Gilby was visibly injured and stated he was run over by a vehicle. After an on scene investigation, it was learned that Gilby robbed a male at gunpoint and during the robbery; Gilby was struck by the victim’s vehicle. A handgun was recovered at the scene and Gilby was airlifted to Jersey Shore Medical Center in Neptune, NJ due to his injuries. The victim remained on scene and fully cooperated with the investigation. While at the hospital a large quantity of suspected heroin and cocaine were recovered from Gilby’s person.

After speaking with the victim and witnesses who observed the altercation and completing a thorough investigation, charges were drafted for Gilby’s arrest. After Gilby was released from the hospital, he was unable to be located. The US Marshall’s Service assisted Lakehurst Police in attempting to locate Gilby. Gilby was subsequently apprehended in Essex County on July 9, 2019 by the US Marshall’s Service. Gilby was taken into custody without incident and is currently lodged in Ocean County Jail.

Charges:
-1st degree Armed Robbery
-2nd degree certain person not to possess a handgun
-2nd degree possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose
-3rd degree possession of a handgun
-3rd degree possession with intent to distribute heroin
-3rd degree possession with intent to distribute cocaine
-3rd degree possession of heroin
-3rd degree possession of cocaine
-4th degree aggravated assault
-Theft
-Possession of drug paraphernalia

Officer Jason Guide was the investigating Officer.

Assisting the Lakehurst Police were members of the Ocean County Sheriff’s Department, US Marshall’s Service, MONOC Paramedics, and Lakehurst First Aid Squad.

Sergeant Matthew Kline
Lakehurst Police Department

The public and media are reminded that all criminal charges are merely accusations and all subjects are innocent until proven guilty.

The public is reminded that they may report suspicious activity and remain anonymous or use our tip link on our website.

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Ocean creative agency wins two international awards

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Alycia Yerves Creative, a marketing & design agency in Ocean Township, has been honored with two awards from UK-based publication LUXLife Magazine.

The awards won are: Best Digital Marketing & Design Consultancy – New Jersey (LUXLife Magazine Designer Awards), and The LUX Excellence Award For Vinyl Artwork – ‘Be More Chill’ Album Package (LUXLife Magazine Vinyl & Record Awards).

The agency’s Founder and Creative Director, Alycia Yerves, says she is thrilled with the news.

“Our team is extremely proud to be recognized by LUXLife in this way,” says Yerves. “We want to thank our wonderful clients who trust us with so many exciting projects. We share this honor with them.”

Yerves adds that it is particularly meaningful to win an award for designing the vinyl album package for the original cast recording of the musical, Be More Chill. The show premiered in 2015 at Red Bank’s Two River Theater, where Yerves worked in the marketing department before launching her own firm. The digital album and CD of the Two River Theater cast recording was released in 2015 by Ghostlight Records, a division of Warner Music Group. Prompted by hundreds of millions of album streams over the following years, the record label decided to release a special edition on vinyl and enlisted Alycia Yerves Creative to head up the design. The double gatefold vinyl package featured new illustrative designs, green and red colored discs, a 16-page booklet with lyrics, production photos and a liner note from composer Joe Iconis.

Largely due to the popularity of Be More Chill’s original cast recording, the show became a global viral sensation that propelled the production to land on Broadway this year, where it will be running through August 11 at the Lyceum Theatre.

“Experiencing the journey of Be More Chill has meant the world to me,” Yerves explains. “When Ghostlight Records reached out last year and asked my company to design this vinyl package and make it something truly special for the fans, I couldn’t wait to jump in! Our team collaborated on this unique edition and we feel immensely privileged to have worked on this project.”

LUXLife Magazine presents the awards each year to highlight the innovative, the wild, and the wonderful in design, advertising, PR, and more.

Jessie Wilson, Awards Coordinator for LUXLife, explains: “Design is a crucial part of all branding, and in the increasingly digitalized corporate market, clients require both skill and expertise. All of my winners have exhibited this in abundance, and it is with pleasure that I offer them my congratulations and best wishes for the future.”

 

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NJ Business Action Center Launches Podcast to Aid Businesses

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The New Jersey Business Center (NJBAC) today announced the launch of an all-new podcast series designed to help businesses across the state succeed. The podcasts address specific challenges businesses are facing, ranging from setting up an LLC to obtaining permits to grow to learning to export products.

The series, available on the center’s website gives listeners a glimpse of the inner-workings of the NJBAC and the collective expertise of its staff. The center is housed within the New Jersey Department of State and is a business-first resource.

“The podcast is our latest effort to highlight the center’s services and spread the word about ways we continue to support the Garden State’s thousands of business owners,” said Melanie Willoughby, executive director at the NJBAC.

The podcast series introduces businesses to experts inside the Business Action Center and provides guidance on how to use its free services. The center’s staff includes the Business Helpline team and business advocates, who work in tandem to help companies of all sizes with issues related to planning, site selection, mentoring, exporting, licensing and more.

“It’s very important for us to communicate that we are here to help every business in the state,” continued Willoughby. “The NJBAC gives businesses a partner in government so that they can become profitable, create new jobs and thrive in our state.”

Willoughby, a longtime business advocate and recognized leader in the economic development field, is the featured guest in Episode 1 of the podcast, where she outlines the NJBAC’s latest initiatives and its mission.

“We have a lot of depth and breadth in understanding state government and in understanding the laws that impact business. If we don’t have the answer, we’ll know where to find it,” Willoughby said.

Other episodes in the series feature Don Newman, manager of the Office of Small Business Advocacy and the Business Helpline; Eddy Mayen, manager of the Office of Export Promotion; and Steven Gorelick, executive director of the New Jersey Motion Picture and Television Commission.

The podcasts can be found on the NJBAC website at https://www.state.nj.us/state/bac/bac-about.shtml.

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Jersey Shore University Medical Center Level II Regional Trauma Center Receives Verification from the American College of Surgeons

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The trauma center and pediatric trauma center at Hackensack Meridian Health Jersey Shore University Medical Center have been verified as a Level II Trauma Center and Level II Pediatric Trauma Center by the Verification Review Committee, an ad hoc committee of the Committee on Trauma (COT) of the American College of Surgeons (ACS). This achievement recognizes the trauma centers’ dedication to providing optimal care for injured patients.

“As the region’s only trauma center we provide expert treatment and medical specialty capabilities unavailable at any other hospital in Monmouth or Ocean Counties, to more than 1,600 trauma patients each year,” says Jersey Shore University Medical Center Chief Hospital Executive Vito Buccellato, MPA, LNHA. “Our community can rest assured the best care is provided at our medical center for adults and children during emergencies, increasing the chance of survival from serious injury.”

Verification occurs every three years and is achieved after an on-site review by a team of experienced site reviewers, who use the ACS’s current Resources for the Optimal Care of the Injured Patient manual as a guideline in conducting the survey.

Level II Trauma Centers provide care through a team of experts, available 24-hours-a-day, seven days a week, 365 days a year, who specialize in traumatic injury. Vital elements, not available at other hospitals, include: full time experienced trauma surgeons, 24-hour CT scans, operating rooms staffed around-the-clock, a dedicated Surgical Intensive Care unit and a Pediatric Intensive Care unit. The trauma admitting area is staffed by specialized nurses and technicians whose sole responsibility is to care for trauma patients. All of these elements ensure that trauma patients receive the necessary specialized care. As trauma care starts with prevention, Jersey Shore University Medical Center professionals work to identify injury trends, and develop educational programs to help keep the community safe and injury free.

Established by the ACS in 1987, the COT’s Consultation/Verification Program for Hospitals promotes the development of trauma centers in which participants provide not only the hospital resources necessary for trauma care, but also the entire spectrum of care to address the needs of all injured patients. This spectrum encompasses the prehospital phase through the rehabilitation process. Verified trauma centers must meet the essential criteria that ensure trauma care capability and institutional performance, as outlined by the ACS’s Committee on Trauma in its current manual.

The ACS Committee on Trauma’s verification program does not designate trauma centers. Rather, the program provides confirmation that a trauma center has demonstrated its commitment to providing the highest quality trauma care for all injured patients. The actual establishment and the designation of trauma centers is the function of local, regional, or state health care systems agencies.

Hackensack Meridian Health’s Hackensack University Medical Center is also a Level II Trauma Center.

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Ross Perot Dead at 89

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“If you see a snake, just kill it – don’t appoint a committee on snakes,” said Ross Perot in a quote that sums up his short political career that spanned his time with the reform party between 1992 and 2000.

For many, Ross Perot was the original Donald Trump who challenged the political establishment in 1992 when he received over 19,500,000 votes in the Presidential election that year.  He was the candidate for the “ordinary” people.

During and after the Vietnam War, Perot was an advocate for the POW/MIA movement and challenged both the United Stated States and Vietnamese governments on the issue.

He would run again for President in 1996, campaigning against NAFTA under his new Reform Party.   That year, he received just 8% of the total votes for President.

Ross Perot died on July 9, 2019, at the age of 89 in Dallas, Texas, from leukemia.

 

 

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Vape Shop Owner Charged for Selling to Underage Teens

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POINT PLEASANT, NJ-On 7/13/19 Detectives from this agency conducted an undercover operation at the Noble’s Smoke Shop after receiving multiple complaints from residents regarding underage individuals being sold vaping products at that location.

Three undercover personnel were utilized all of whom were able to purchase vaping products underage. As a result of the investigation, an employee of Nobles Smoke Shop was charged with three counts of 2C:33-13.1A for the sale of nicotine products to persons under the age of 21.

The Point Pleasant Beach Police Department will continue to be diligent in enforcing the laws regarding the sale of
e-cigarette and vaping products to persons under the legal age to purchase

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Ruthless Softball Names GCU Head Coach as 18U Travel Softball Coach; Tryouts Tuesday

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By: Phil Stilton

MANALAPAN-Just one year into her new program in New Jersey, Team USA Softball Hall of Famer Crystl Bustos and her Ruthless Softball program have named Georgian Court University Head Coach Nicole Degenhardt as head coach of the program’s 18u fastpitch travel softball team.

Degenhardt is coming off a 46-11 season, leading her Georgian Court Lions to the Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (D2) title, earning a berth to the Division II NCAA Eastern Regional Tournament.

LINK: Sign up for 2019 Ruthless Softball Tryouts.

In 2018 Degenhardt was named CACC Coach of the Year after leading the Lions to a 30-23 season.

Nicole, a former three-sport athlete at then-Felician College, earned All-CACC honors in softball and volleyball before graduating in 2011 with a degree in Mathematics Education/Special Education. She earned induction into the school’s Athletic Hall-of-Fame in 2017.

Ruthless Softball programs have achieved success in just their first season of play in 2018-2019.

Upon graduation, the Secaucus, New Jersey native taught high school and middle school mathematics in Wood-Ridge, New Jersey before accepting the position of Associate Athletic Director/Recruiting Coordinator at NCAA Division III College of Saint Elizabeth.

Degenhardt led the College of Saint Elizabeth softball team from 2012-15. The former North Eastern Athletic Conference (NEAC) Coach of the Year also served as the floor general of the Saint Elizabeth women’s basketball team (2011-15).

Degenhardt compliments Ruthless New Jersey’s already stacked roster of collegiate level coaches including Tricia Popowski (USC Softball Hall of Famer), Laura Borrelli (Monmouth University), Danielle Gabrielle (Manhattan University) and a team of college coaches and trainers.

Ruthless softball trains in Jackson and Manalapan Township and in partnership with Adventure Sports Entertainment is building a state of the art sports complex that will include a sports dome, indoor training facility and multi-purpose turf sports fields.    This year, Ruthless Softball New Jersey will use Manalapan’s Sportika facility as their winter training facility before ASE Jackson is expected to be completed in the spring of 2020. Practice fields for the program are located in Jackson and Manalapan.

“At Ruthless, we’re looking for players and parents who are 100% committed and dedicated at our tryouts,” Crystl Bustos said as New Jersey Ruthless heads into its second year. “We’re seeking players who understand the commitment it takes to be an elite athlete.”

The program will be expanding for the 2019-20 season to include a 10u and 18u team to join their existing 12u, 14u and 16u teams.

U.S. Olympic Softball Hall of Famer Crystl Bustos trains NJ Ruthless Softball players at their home training center, Sportika, in Manalapan, New Jersey.

Aside from college coaches and top-shelf professional training opportunities, Ruthless Softball teams host former professional and college level camps for their teams.  During the 2018-19 season, Ruthless New Jersey players were trained extensively by former Team USA Olympic gold medalists, professions players, NCAA coaches and star collegiate softball players including:

Crystl Bustos – Two-time Olympic gold medalist, Olympic HR leader, National Pro Fastpitch (NPF)
Amanda Kamekona – UCLA, NPF
Leah Amico – Three-time Olympic gold medalist, 3-time NCAA champion at Arizona
Monica Abbott – 2020 Olympian, 2008 silver medalist, professional softball player
Jenny Topping – 2004 Olympic Gold Medalist, NPF
Jamie Wolhbach – Head Coach – East Stroudsberg University
Alex Powers – USSSA Pride NPF, Florida State
Bob Andrews – Team USA Olympian, track & field, University of Virginia
Jenn Shellhammer – Professional softball player, pitching instructor

Terry DeTuro – Virginia Cavaliers Head Coach  1987-1992
Andrea Duran – 2008 Olympian, UCLA, NPF
Kristyn Sandberg – All NPF catcher, University of Georgia
Toni Mascarenas – University of Arizona, NCAA Home run leader, National Champion
Tina Whitlock – Team USA, USC Assistant Coach, Pitching Coach Team UK Softball

The program is hosting tryouts for their local New Jersey 10u through 18u teams this month.

10u/12u tryouts Tuesday, July 23rd at 5pm check in at Manalapab Rec Center – Field 3 – 93 Freehold Road, Manalapan. Rain location: Sportika, 150 Woodward Rd., Manalapan.

14u tryouts Saturday, July 27th at 8:00 am check in at Sportika, 150 Woodward Rd., Manalapan  Private workouts available on July 28th.

16u/18 tryouts Tuesday, July 16th at 5pm checkin at Sportika, 150 Woodward Rd., Manalapan. Alternate date July 27th at 11am at Sportika.

To tryout for any team, please Sign up for 2019 Ruthless Softball Tryouts.

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Berkeley Township Among the Lowest Taxed Municipalities in New Jersey

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Mayor reminds residents No Tax increase in 2019 Municipal Budget and that Tax Bills will be mailed early next week

BERKELEY – Mayor Carmen F. Amato, Jr., has announced that Township tax bills will be mailed next week. Berkeley Township continues to be among the lowest taxed communities in New Jersey.

“The Township is in the process of mailing the final third and fourth quarter property tax bill for 2019 and the first and second quarter estimated property tax bill for 2020. Third quarter tax bills are due August 1st, however, taxpayers will have up to and including Monday, August 12th to pay without interest or penalties’.” Mayor Amato said.

“I’m pleased to remind taxpayers that the municipal tax rate will remain the same. no tax increase in the municipal portion of your property tax bill. This is the third time in the last five years we have been able to keep the municipal property tax rate the same.” Mayor Amato said.

Berkeley Township Mayor Carmen Amato.

“Berkeley Township has the 2nd lowest overall property taxes in all of Ocean County, as reported by New Jersey Advance Media.

 

Berkeley Township also has one of the lowest overall property taxes in the State of New Jersey, as well. Also reported by New Jersey Advance Media.

” I wish to thank the members of the Township Council who have worked with me to keep costs down. The average Berkeley Township homeowner pays less than half of the statewide average property tax bill. That is a significant accomplishment we all can be proud of.” Mayor Amato said.

“I’m also pleased to report that Standards & Poor’s rating service has increased Berkeley’s bond rating from an “A+” to an “AA-”. The increase in rating affirms our stable financial outlook and is based on the Township’s strong budgetary performance, flexibility and very strong liquidity. Once again we are extremely pleased that S&P has recognized the extreme effort we have made to be financially responsive to our taxpayers despite these difficult economic times.” Mayor Amato said.

“Considering what we’ve endured in the aftermath of Super Storm Sandy and the resulting loss of ratables and downturn in the local economy, I am really proud of what we’ve done to keep Berkeley Township an affordable place to live for all of our residents.” Mayor Amato said.

“The stable budget that was recently adopted by the Township Council, maintains the same level of services that residents have received in past years. Public safety, quality of life, fiscal responsibility and integrity are my top priorities. Together, over the past seven years, we have worked to address the financial challenges we inherited from Super Storm Sandy while continuing to make improvements that are vital to the future of Berkeley’s families and neighborhoods.” Mayor Amato said.

The total amount of the 2019 Adopted Municipal Budget is $47,028,544.36. An increase of 0.67% over the 2018 Adopted and Amended Budget.

Out of the entire tax bill, the Municipal Portion is approximately 30% of the total bill. This is the ONLY portion of your tax bill under the direct control of the Mayor and Council.

The remaining 70% of your bill which includes the County Open Space, County Government tax, County Library tax, County Health Department tax and both School Districts taxes, WE HAVE NO CONTROL over.

The total amount of the 2019 Adopted Municipal Budget is $47,028,544.36. An increase of ONLY 0.67% over the 2018 Adopted and Amended Budget.

The Budget is BELOW THE STATE 2% State mandated Levy Cap by $5,043,067.00

The Budget is BELOW THE STATE 2% State mandated Spending Cap by $3,138,574.78

The State of New Jersey, once again, did not provide any additional State Aid to Berkeley Township for additional property tax relief, despite rising costs associated with our operations. The Township has received flat funding from state since 2011.

The Percentage of Tax Collection was at 98.20%. In 2017 the percentage of tax collection was 98.79% The Percentage of Tax Collection, which the municipality has NO CONTROL OVER, has a direct impact on the calculation of the Reserve for Uncollected Taxes. The Reserve for Uncollected Taxes in the 2019 Budget is: $2,281,477.55 of which $1,618,652.38 is for school and county purposes.

As we continue in 2019, our emphasis remains on long-range financial stability, continued public infrastructure improvements and our commitment to providing the important services that our residents have come to expect. As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call my office at 732-244-7400 x 1203 or contact me by email: [email protected].

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Car Crashes into Home in Manchester

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Manchester Twp NJ – On Tuesday July 9, 2019 at approximately 12:58 PM, officers from the Manchester Township Police Department responded to a residence on Mallard Street in the Cedar Glen West section of the Township for the report of a vehicle which had struck the front of a residence.

Upon arrival, officers observed a 2014, Toyota Corolla resting against the brick façade of the single family residence. The initial investigation revealed that the operator of the Toyota, identified as 81-year-old, Maria Piwowarczyk, of Manchester, was attempting to pull into a shared driveway, when she drove across the adjacent neighbor’s lawn before striking the front of the residence. Piwowarczyk initially stated that her brakes had failed, which caused her to lose control of the vehicle, however, an inspection of the vehicle revealed that the brakes appeared to be in proper working condition.

Piwowarczyk was not injured during the crash but was evaluated as a precaution at the scene by members of the Manchester Volunteer First Aid Squad. She refused any additional medical treatment. Assisting on scene was a representative from the Manchester Township Building Inspector’s Office.

The cause of the crash is still under investigation, but at this point, driver error appears to be a contributing factor. This crash is currently under investigation by Ptl. Brian Volk of the Department’s Patrol Bureau.

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Can GOP Boss Golden Beat Democrats This Time Around as Immigrant Directive Battle Heats Up

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By: Phil Stilton

TOMS RIVER– FREEHOLD-Monmouth County GOP Boss Shawn Golden also happens to be Sheriff of the county with a not-so-great political track record when it comes to opposing Democrats in his county. Now, he’s engaged in a battle with New Jersey’s top Democrats, Governor Phil Murphy and his appointed Attorney General, Gurbir Grewal.

The battle is over Golden’s refusal to follow Grewal’s directive, but when it comes to fighting Democrats Golden hasn’t fared well since becoming party chairman.

Golden’s Monmouth County Freeholders are already starting to reevaluate their gameplan, going back to the drawing board hours before they were to officially oppose the directive issued by Grewal that would bar law enforcement in New Jersey from cooperating with federal immigration officials.

Since 2015 Democrats have running train on Golden and his fellow Republicans in Monmouth County taking 46 elected seats, including 3 legislative seats along the way.   2018, Democrats have flipped 9 Republican towns under Golden’s watch.

Now, he’s taking on the big boys, can he pull out digit in the winning column when it comes to his support of the 287(g) program.

Golden’s office has been participating in the federal program since 2010, but if Grewal and Murphy have their way, it will end this year.

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) 287(g) Program enhances the safety and security of communities by creating partnerships with state and local law enforcement agencies to identify and remove aliens who are amenable to removal from the United States.

The Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996 added Section 287(g), to the Immigration and Nationality Act. This section of law authorizes the Director of ICE to enter into agreements with state and local law enforcement agencies, that permit designated officers to perform limited immigration law enforcement functions. Agreements under section 287(g) require the local law enforcement officers to receive appropriate training and to function under the supervision of ICE officers.

“The 287 (g) program has been in effect at the Monmouth County Correctional Institution for 9 years. The program is only instituted at the correctional facility on incarcerated individuals, brought to the jail by local law enforcement agencies,” Golden said in a prepared letter to the Governor and Grewal. “It is highly regarded and essential, particularly in light of bail reform, as these individuals are charged with serious crimes.”

In fiscal year (FY) 2018, the 287(g) Program encountered approximately 700 aliens convicted for assault, 670 convicted for dangerous drugs, 150 convicted for sex offenses/assaults, 150 convicted for obstructing police, 125 convicted for weapon offenses, and 13 convicted for homicide.

According to the federal government, only Monmouth County and Cape May County participate in the program.  Both have actively been participating for over 10 years.  Ocean County does not have an agreement with the federal government.

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NJ Design Firm, Splendor, Announces Merger with Filter Advertising

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RED BANK, N.J. – July 10, 2019 – Prominent New Jersey marketing and design agency, Splendor Design Group, today announced a merger with Filter Advertising. Operating under the Splendor brand, the result is a robust web design and marketing agency catering to the Northeastern U.S. region.

The merger has prompted an office expansion, including new creative space and an in-house studio, in the firm’s hometown of Red Bank, N.J. Hiring has also been ongoing, as the 12-person agency has brought on senior project managers, graphic designers and web developers in the past 18 months.

“We’re excited about our merger with Filter, which widens Splendor’s capabilities and brings additional industry experts to our staff,” said Adam Taylor, owner and CEO of Splendor. “The merger complements our overall growth – as we’ve bolstered our staff, increased our client roster and drilled down on the creative elements of web design and branding.”

Founded in 1999, Splendor began as a small group creating brand identity work and collateral marketing materials. Today, Splendor has evolved into an industry leader in strategy, brand development, digital design, web design, UI & UX, SEO, PPC/retargeting, social media, application development, video and content creation and emerging marketing technologies like augmented reality (AR).

In marketing residential, office and industrial space, Splendor incorporates the creative tactics utilized on major consumer brands. Recent work includes bringing SJP Properties’ Project Management division to market, as well as increasing the web exposure and presence for Onyx Equities by 20 percent. Splendor also worked to turn a century-old garment factory into a sought-after residential loft location in Newark, N.J.

In addition to its groundbreaking real estate work, the Red Bank-based agency has also helped clients increase awareness and revenue in categories including health care, professional services, wine and spirits, retail, home improvement and higher education. Splendor’s recent higher-education work includes a commercial spot for Lincroft, N.J.-based Brookdale Community College during the NCAA’s 2019 March Madness.

“I have had the pleasure of working with Adam and his team at Splendor on a few projects over the years,” said Jeff Schotz, executive managing director, Newmark Knight Frank. “I can say without equivocation that they are the most creative, responsive, reasonably priced marketing firm I have ever worked with during my 39 years in business.”

Joining Splendor’s ranks from the Filter side are industry veterans Chris Brignola and Jay Sharfstein. Filter was established in 2005 by the award-winning New York marketers, and since its launch, Filter has created numerous national campaigns for entertainment and cable brands such as USA Network, Food Network, A&E, ABC/Disney, WE tv and more.

Taylor added: “Chris and Jay bring a wealth of experience and creativity to Splendor. They also embody a kindred entrepreneurial spirit, having grown Filter into a multi-state operation. I’m excited to have them here to take our creative work to the next level.”

On Filter merging with Splendor, Brignola, the agency’s co-executive creative director, said, “What Adam has built is as impressive as any digital shop I’ve been around. Splendor is poised for greatness, and Jay and I are excited to help grow the agency into the top creative firm in the state.”

Splendor’s staff also includes social engagement experts, app developers, digital designers, videographers, editors and project and client managers.

The recipient of over 200 industry awards, Splendor was recently recognized as a Top 3 contender in a national website design competition produced by Graphic Design USA magazine (May 2019). The team’s combined efforts have been recognized by Cannes, The One Show, Print Magazine, Art Directors’ Club, the W3 Awards, Communicator Awards and many more.

Splendor is located at 50 Broad St., Suite One, Red Bank, N.J., 07701. For more information head to: https://splendordesign.com/.

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Cape May Sheriff Bob Nolan Pledges to Continue to Protect and Serve His Community After Threat by AG Over Sanctuary

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CAPE MAY COURTHOUSE-Sheriff Bob Nolan gained the attention of politically appointed New Jersey Attorney General Gurbir Grewal this week for his cooperative agreement with ICE over the handling of illegal aliens within his jail.   Today, Nolan said he is only doing his job.

“I have been committed to protect and serve the citizens of Cape May County for over 35 years now,” Nolan said. “I am only trying to do my job as I swore to do.”

Nolan did not at this time say whether or not his office would rescind their cooperation agreement with ICE in light of threats made by the Attorney General and Phil Murphy against agencies who do not abide by their immigration trust directive issued in 2018.

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Free Concert In Berkeley Tonight Featuring The Duprees and Gerard Esposito

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The Sounds of Summer Concert Series Returns TONIGHT!

“Night of two headliners” Mayor Amato says.

 

BERKELEY TOWNSHIP– Mayor Carmen F. Amato, Jr. is proud to announce that the Sounds of Summer Concert Series continues tonight at Veterans Park in Bayville. “I am pleased to say that the our wildly popular “Sounds of Summer Concert Series” in our 20th year, continues tonight with two headline acts,” Mayor Amato said.

 

“Tonight we are pleased to present two headliners. Starting the evening at 6pm, we will feature Atlantic City Headliner Gerard Esposito, who will give you a Centennial Celebration of the music of the Chairman of the Board, Frank Sinatra along with the music of Paul Anka, Bobby Darin and more.  The crowd will be entertained by the songs of these iconic figures. From Vegas to Broadway, Gerard can do it all. The second act of the evening will be the The Duprees, one of the all-time favorite golden oldies recording groups,” Mayor Amato added.

 

 

Please come on out for a great night of entertainment and don’t forget to bring a chair! Refreshments are always provided by our local non-profit groups and organizations that use these concerts as their fundraisers. We hope to see you at the show!!!” Mayor Amato said.

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Doug Steinhardt Encourages Every New Jersey Municipality to Formally Oppose New Jersey Sanctuary State Directive

by Phil Stilton
By: Phil Stilton

TRENTON- Attorney General Gurbir Grewal is putting pressure on communities across New Jersey to carry his orders…do not cooperate with the federal government when it comes to illegal immigration.  There’s just one problem.  Grewal was never elected by the people of New Jersey and New Jersey GOP Chairman Doug Steinhardt is questioning the appointed public servant’s authority to force the directive down the throats of New Jersey Citizens from Cape May to High Point.

“Phil Murphy continues to pursue his reckless political agenda, this time by weaponizing the Attorney General’s office and targeting New Jersey’s elected Sheriffs. Rather than encourage those Sheriffs to work with federal agents to enforce and respect federal immigration laws, the Murphy Administration continues to impose restrictions designed to hinder them,” Steinhardt said “The Administration’s recent attack on the State’s Sheriffs begs the question of how far an appointed Attorney General can legally go in directing or limiting the authority of a duly elected, constitutional officer. In New Jersey, County Clerks, Surrogates and Sheriff’s are officials whose offices and duties are created, not by statute, but by State Constitution.”

This week, Governor Phil Murphy doubled down on his Administration’s decision to direct local elected officials to impede federal immigration officials in their sworn duty to enforce federal immigration laws. Murphy’s Attorney General issued a strongly worded warning to two county Sheriffs, just weeks after a similarly stern-worded missive sought to prevent Sussex County voters from expressing their views on the State’s immigration and Sanctuary policies.

“The NJGOP will not sit on its hands as Governor Murphy scoffs at federal immigration laws for the sake of his personal political agenda. We encourage every municipality and county to pass a resolution declaring that they will never be a sanctuary state. The NJGOP will provide local elected officials whatever tools we have to assert their right to govern locally,” Steinhardt said.

 

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2019 Pros vs. Heroes Football Game to be Held in Seaside Park

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SEASIDE PARK-The 2019 Pros vs Heroes Flag Football game will take place on July 17th in Seaside Park.

The Toms River Police Foundation said this year’s event will include a half-time K9 demonstration with K9 officers and their partners. At the game spectators can enter a drawing to win a pair of tickets to see Hootie & The Blowfish at Madison Square Garden this August. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Toms River Police Foundation.

This event is free and open to the public through corporate sponsorships.

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Man Charged with Loaded Shotgun at Police Headquarters; 500 Pound Pig Taken into Custody

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TOMS RIVER-Police in Toms River confiscated a loaded shotgun in the vehicle of a man who turned himself in on a possible arrest warrant on Monday.  Police searched the man’s home and found a 500 lb pig which was taken into custody by Animal Control officers.

According to a police report issued by the Toms River Police Department, on Monday July 8, 2019 at approximately 7:00 AM police arrested Joseph Kelly, 56 of Toms River, in the parking lot of the Toms River Police Department. Mr. Kelly told police that he may have a warrant for his arrest. Further investigation revealed a loaded shotgun serving no legitimate purpose in Mr. Kelly’s vehicle. Mr. Kelly was charged and later transported to a local hospital for a medical evaluation. Based upon statements Mr. Kelly made during detention, his residence on Egret Drive was checked for the safety of any additional occupants. The residence was found to be vacant; however, additional weapons and ammunition were located inside. Due to the unknown age and condition of some of the located munitions, the New Jersey State Police Bomb Unit responded and assisted in their removal as a precautionary measure. The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office also assisted in the investigation. Egret Drive had been closed for several hours, but has since been reopened.

Also assisting on scene was Silverton Fire Company, East Dover Fire Company and Office of Emergency Management. Animal Control removed a 500lb pig from the residence for safe keeping. At no time were threats made to the public. This is a continuing investigation, additional charges are pending.

The media and the public are reminded that criminal charges are accusations only. Every criminal defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.

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Ocean County Household Waste Collection Begins This Weekend in Manchester

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THE SUMMER is a great time to dispose of old paint, pesticides and a host of other household chemicals that may be collecting in closets, garages and basements.

The Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders and the Ocean County Department of Solid Waste Management is again scheduling a series of Household Hazardous Waste collection days later this summer.

“This is the perfect opportunity to clean out those old products that can pose a threat to the environment and should not be thrown away with everyday trash,” said Freeholder Gary Quinn, liaison to the Department of Solid Waste Management.

Waste can be brought to three locations on three separate dates. The program is free, but space is limited and preregistration is strongly suggested.

Collection days are set for:
• Saturday, July 13 at the Manchester Department of Public Works Garage, 1360 Route 70, Manchester. Please call 732-506-5047 to register.
• Saturday, August 10 at the Jackson Municipal Building parking lot, 95 West Veterans Highway, Jackson. Register by calling 732-367-0802.
• Saturday, September 7 at the Long Beach Township Department of Public Works, 7910 Long Beach Boulevard. Please call 609-978-0913 to register.

The drop off locations will be open from 9 am to 3 pm. County residents may bring their waste to the closest or most convenient drop off.

Materials accepted at the household hazardous waste collection sites include: paints, thinners, boat paints, solvents, pool chemicals, pesticides and herbicides, aerosol cans, auto products, toilet and drain cleaners, silver polishes, oven cleaners, photographic chemicals, rug and upholstery cleaners, polishes and bleaches, waste oil and used gasoline.

Materials not accepted include oxygen tanks and boat flares.

Residents can drop off a maximum of 200 pounds of dry material and 20 gallons of liquid at the County’s household hazardous waste collection sites. No containers over five gallons will be accepted.

Waste will be accepted only from county residents and farmers. Businesses and government agencies are not eligible.

Program information is also on the county website at www.co.ocean.nj.us/recycle.

Household hazardous waste collection dates earlier this spring saw 232,965 pounds of material collected.

Quinn said residents who miss a date should contact their municipal recycling centers and the county’s recycling centers, which allow for year-round drop off of a host of materials including used paint, motor oil and car batteries.

“Our residents should check with us or their local recycling center to determine what is accepted year-round, eliminating the need to store potentially hazardous items in their home,” Quinn said.

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Where to See Fireworks This Summer at the Jersey Shore in July

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SEASIDE HEIGHTS-What is the Jersey Shore without fireworks?   Fireworks displays are held weekly in Brick, Point Pleasant, Seaside and Lakewood.

The Lakewood BlueClaws, minor league affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies will host fireworks after each Thursday, Friday and Saturday night home game between now and the end of August.

Jenkinson’s Boardwalk in Point Pleasant hosts fireworks every Thursday night starting at dusk.  Their fireworks schedule runs through August 29th.

Brick Summerfest is hosted at Windward Beach in Brick Township along the Metedeconk River.  The fireworks will be held on July 18th and July 25.  The event features live music and food trucks.

Seaside Heights Boardwalk hosts a weekly fireworks show each Wednesday running through August 28th.   The display is visible along the entire boardwalk and starts at 9pm.

Freehold Township Day will be held this year at Michael J. Tighe Park and includes a classic car show, food, entertainment, rides and a DJ.  The fireworks show will be held at dusk at the conclusion of the event on Saturday, July 13th.

The Laurita Winery in New Egypt will host a Red White and Blue and Bacon Too food truck festival on July 20th and 21st.   Fireworks will be held Saturday night at dusk.

The Monmouth County Fair will host fireworks on opening night on July 24th.  The fair will take place at the East Freehold Park Show Grounds.

 

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School Board Candidates Have Until July 29 to File

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TOMS RIVER-Want to serve your community by being a member of your town’s Board of Education?  Now’s your chance.  Anyone can do it.   All you have to do is get a school board election nomination petition from the Ocean County clerk, get the required number of signatures and turn it by July 29th.

Candidates seeking school board seats have until 4 p.m., Monday, July 29 to file their nominating petitions at the Ocean County Clerk’s Office in order to have their name placed on the Nov. 5 General Election Ballot, according to Ocean County Clerk Scott M. Colabella.

Nominating petitions for School Board can be obtained in person at either the Ocean County Clerk’s Main Office, at the Ocean County Courthouse, Election Services, Room 107 at 118 Washington St., Toms River, or at the Ocean County Southern Service Center, 179 South Main St., Manahawkin. The offices are staffed from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

“The Ocean County Clerk’s Office makes every effort to inform potential candidates of approaching filing deadlines and about the process to file,” said Ocean County Freeholder Gary Quinn, who serves as liaison to the County Clerk. “Through the office’s website, social media, and other avenues, County Clerk Colabella provides the information needed by both candidates and voters.”

Colabella said all Ocean County school districts hold their Board of Education elections in November.

“A law signed in 2014 moved the petition filing deadline for school board candidates from June to the last Monday in July to provide candidates with more time to submit their petitions,” Colabella said.

Colabella said candidates can file jointly for the same office, title and term.

“Simply, more than one candidate can appear and circulate the same petition for the same office and term,” he said. “In the past, petitions had to be filed separately, even if all the candidates were running on one slate.”

In addition, candidates have the option of selecting a slogan of no more than three words to appear on the ballot under their name. The slogan selection is part of the petition.

Colabella said all candidates are required to file a Disclosure Statement with their petition. The statement declares a candidate is not a disqualified voter and has not been convicted of a disqualifying crime. In addition, candidates are requested to provide an email address on their nominating petitions.

“It’s important potential candidates know the requirements in order to help the petition filing process go smoothly,” he said. “It’s also important that candidates get their paperwork in on time.”

A total of 66 school board seats will appear on the November ballot in various school districts throughout Ocean County. A complete listing of all candidates who file petitions for school board will be available shortly after the July 29 deadline at www.oceancountyclerk.com or www.facebook.com/oceancountyclerk.

School board candidates seeking additional information on the petition filing process can contact the Ocean County Clerk’s Election Office at (732) 929-2153.

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Sheriff Candidate Calls for AG Grewal’s Arrest for Harboring Illegal Aliens

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MIDDLESEX-Anthony Gallo, a Republican running for sheriff in Middlesex County said today that Attorney General Gurbir Grewal should be arrested for his 2018 directive to protect illegal aliens in New Jersey.

“Has the NJ State Attorney General lost his mind,” Gallo asked. “He should be arrested immediately for harboring criminal illegal aliens!”

Gallo also expressed his frustration of news that broke today that 19 out of the state’s 21 sheriff’s are adhering to Grewal’s directive to not cooperate with ICE.

“And to my surprise 19 out of 21 Counties have been releasing these criminals into our backyard’s with our families,” he added. “We need to STOP these very dangerous Sanctuary Policies.
NO politician or appointed official has the right to tell a sitting Sheriff who is elected by the People what to do.”

He then called for his supporters to get behind him to remove Democrat Sheriff Mildred Scott from office in November. Scott’s administration has been fully cooperating with Grewal and Governor Phil Murphy’s policies that are attempting to supersede federal law when it comes to illegal aliens seeking safe haven and sanctuary in the Garden State.

Visit Gallo’s Facebook page for more information.

 

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Governor Murphy, AG Grewal Threaten Sheriffs: Don’t Undermine My Sanctuary State Directive!

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By: Breaking Local News Report

TRENTON-Governor Phil Murphy and Attorney General Gurbir Grewal made a clear threat against sheriffs in Cape May and Monmouth Counties who have deputized their officers as agents of ICE.   Grewal said he will be doubling down to make New Jersey a bonafide sanctuary state that will rival the likes of California on August 6, 2019 when he will issue a new directive specifically prohibiting sheriffs from exercising the authority they gave to their officers against Grewal’s directive.

We’re watching!

Grewal said his office will be watching neighboring counties to make sure they don’t go against his sanctuary state order

He added that he was angered that the two counties went against him.

Ocean County, according to the letter sent by the state, was not implicated and is following the AG’s sanctuary state directive.

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