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SOUTHERN OCEAN Times Vol. 10 - No. 51
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Film Explores Vietnam Era With Local Settings
June 24, 2023
Town: Restriped Road Could Confuse Drivers
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By Stephanie Faughnan LACEY – In the state renowned as the birthplace of the film industry, a 26-year-old creative talent from Forked River is gearing up to launch his inaugural feature film, “Retrograde Victory.” Fi l m m a k e r M . J. Walker’s anticipated release aligns perfectly with the flourishing
Photos courtesy MJ Walker (Left) Meticulously dedicated to detail, the director even secured a vintage phone booth for the movie set. (Above) MJ Walker has donned several hats as the filmmaker preparing to launch his first feature film, “Retrograde Victory.”
surge in New Jersey’s fi lm industry as Netfl ix and Lionsgate es- emphasized that the he said. “It tells the tablish their presence film is not a documen- tale of a lot of people who didn’t go but had tary. in the state. “The story is based friends that did. MayInspired by actual be they couldn’t events, “Retrograde Victory” “The story is based on my be drafted betakes a depar- grandfather’s experience cause they were an only child, ture from the during that era...” or maybe their c o nve nt io n a l M.J. Walker other brothers narratives surrounding the Vietnam on my grandfather’s had already gone, and War and offers a fresh (Barry Crease) experi- they were last one.” perspective. Walker ence during that era,” (Film - See Page 4)
County Creating Homelessness Trust Fund By Chris Lundy OCEAN COUNTY – After many years of criticism over the way Ocean County handles homelessness, the leaders are creating a trust fund that will pay for temporary housing and other services.
The county will charge a $5 fee on certain documents filed or recorded with the County Clerk’s Office. In 2022, there were more than 130,000 documents, officials said. The fee is expected to go into (Fund - See Page 12)
No Break in Lines Yellow lines in front of town hall have no break or left turn lane. By Stephanie Faughnan BARNEGAT – As drivers enjoy the newfound smoothness of the road surface in front of the municipal complex, an unexpected challenge has officials worried about safety. Local officials and residents both expressed immense satisfaction when the county repaved West Bay Avenue, stretching from Sandpiper Road to Route 9. However, the completion of the project on May 12 came with what appears to be an unwelcome change to the original design. Instead of the familiar left-turn lane that previously guided eastbound drivers into Town Hall, double yellow lines now occupy that space. This alteration has presented a significant concern for government authorities, who recognize its potential implications on traffic flow and driver behavior. (Restriped- See Page 5)
Police Reel In Kids With Fishing Event
Photo courtesy Little Egg Police Lake When kids reeled one in, it was measured by the officers running the event.
By Stephanie Faughnan LITTLE EGG HARBOR – Embracing the power of nature, the local police department hosted its annual “Hooked on Fishing Not on Drugs” initiative, encouraging children to discover the joy of angling and fi nd positive outlets for their free time. “The event was sponsored by PAL (Police Athletic League),”
shared Sgt. Sean Crotty. “Matthew Benn and his sister own Sea Pirate Campground and invited us to have it there.” Numerous youngsters, ranging from grades 1 to 6, eagerly cast their lines into the water, brimming with anticipation. The well-stocked lake teeming with an abundance of bass ensured that a multitude of children (Fishing- See Page 5)
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