TheTOMS RIVER Times Vol. 18 - No. 21
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Dr. Izzy’s Sound News Page 14
Inside The Law Page 17
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─Photo by Stephanie Faughnan Radio personalities Andy Chase and Gotts exchange hugs with Theresa Segui, Executive Director of Ocean of Love. By Stephanie Faughnan TOMS R I V ER – WRAT 95.5 radio personality Gotts put a new spin on topping the charts as this year’s repeat celebrity for the
Ocean of Love Radiothon Billboard. The fundraiser for children with cancer raised $165,749 within 72 hours – with more money still coming in. The initial total
represents the largest dollar amount raised over two decades of the annual event and far exceeds the 2022 goal to raise $109,000. Gotts climbed at least 40 feet of scaffolding
to take up 72 hours of residence on a Toms River billboard to raise money for the non-profit he said has personally touched his heart. Though he admitted (Love - See Page 4)
Ortley Beach Sky Lights Up With Kites
─Photo by Bob Vosseller A giant frog and dragon were among the most colorful and interesting kites seen during the Friends of Ortley Beach Kite Night event held recently.
By Bob Vosseller ORTLEY BEACH – Proving pigs do fly, a few were spotted in the late summer sky over the 3rd Avenue Beach during a recent Thursday night. The pigs joined a rather large frog, a jellyfish and even a dragon. All hung in the air attached to a string as part of the last kite night sponsored by the Friends of Ortley Beach.
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The organization sponsored several summer kite nights held on Thursday evenings over the summer. The group sponsors many events to bring residents and visitors together throughout the year. During this last outing, FOB featured a children’s face painting activity sponsored by Barnacle Bill Miniature Golf and (Kites - See Page 8)
October 1, 2022
By Stephanie Faughnan TOMS R I V ER – New traffic ordinances passed by the governing body all appear to have a recurring theme. Hopes that additional regulations will curtail pedestrian and motor vehicle collisions remains a paramount concern. Those who live on Silver Bea ch Roa d should appreciate new stop signs designed to slow traffic down at its more dangerous intersections. A multitude of residents previously approached local authorities to make a case for constructive relief. Silver Beach itself
covers just 15 blocks in the northern end of Toms River and has a limited number of full-time residents. Silver Beach Road serves as the main thoroughfare running through the small community with many beachfront homes and properties overlooking man-made lagoons. Stop signs are traditionally established so that drivers have no quest ion s when it comes to yielding the right of way. The two new traffic signs installed along Silver Beach Road add control to the busy road’s intersection with (Roads - See Page 8)
Columbus Day Weekend: Parade, Music, Food And More By Bob Vosseller SEASIDE HEIGHTS – Performers from Italy will once again be part of the annual Italian Heritage Festival and Ocean County Columbus Day. The Italian Street Festival will kick off on October 7 at 4 p.m. on Grant Avenue and Ocean Terrace in the borough. The festival resumes at 10 a.m. on October 8 and October 9. There will be bands, exhibits, mummers and
plenty of surprises. The parade will be held at 1 p.m. on October 9 and will feature floats, bands and entertainment. “The parade has become one of the most ethnic in the state and is the highlight of the three-day Italian Festival,” Parade Chairman Michael Blandina said. This year marks 31 years of celebrating the county’s Italian heritage and culture. (Parade - See Page 5)
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