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Photo by Stephanie Faughnan Clemmy’s Restaurant is in the location formerly run by The Brunch Spot. By Stephanie Faughnan WARETOWN - From charming mom-and-pop shops to unique and innovative eateries, the Township of Ocean is riding a transformative wave of emerging new businesses. In the past year or so, a wide range of restaurants has surged to the forefront, leading the way in terms of establishments debuting
within the community. The chor store, the menu options latest additions provide a include both breakfast and variety of choices catering lunch selections. Waretown to diverse palates, including marks the twelfth location quick on-the-go options and for this franchise business, international kitchens with expanding its footprint within Monmouth and Ocean scenic views. For those who like to greet counties. the day with the sun, Joe’s A short stroll from the bagel Bagel & Grill opens at 7 a.m. shop, Saladworks is in the Situated in the Towne Center midst of a transformation, (Waretown - See Page 4) where Shop Rite is the an-
September 9, 2023
Student Redraws Barnegat Bay Watersheds
By Stephanie Faughnan BARNEGAT BAY - A 23-year-old Stockton University senior has successfully completed a groundbreaking project to redraw subwatershed boundaries throughout the Barnegat Bay Watershed Management Area. Forrest Jennings of Lacey undertook the Barnegat Bay Subwatersheds Redelineation Project with the support of a grant provided by Save Barnegat Bay. Over the course of the project, Jennings committed a remarkable 180 hours in identifying and potentially rectifying inaccuracies in the digital state GIS data. “Once the report is published by Save Barnegat Bay, my hope is the state will see it and use what I have to fix their own maps,” said Jennings. “Not only for Barnegat Bay, but for all the other twenty watershed management areas throughout the state.” The Barnegat Bay is New Jersey’s largest body of wa-
ter located entirely within the state, with a watershed population of around 560,000, equivalent to that of Wyoming. It is also home to various forms of wildlife, and a vital hub for fisheries, recreation, science, and water supply, contributing approximately $4 billion annually to the region. As a child, Jennings developed a deep passion for exploring the Pine Barrens, where he became intimately acquainted with the region’s hills and rivers. He said he was sur prised when he examined the state’s mapping of its watersheds, particularly in the Cedar Creek region. “I knew what the hills really looked like in real life,” Jennings shared. “And I knew that the state’s version of the watersheds wasn’t right for that area. I decided I should fix them.” Watersheds are areas where water drains together, often separated by elevation changes. They can (Watershed - See Page 5)
Documentaries About Field Of Dreams Nominated For Emmys
Photo by Chris Lundy The Field of Dreams park for individuals with special needs has been the subject of much media coverage.
By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – It’s a bittersweet story that resonates with everyone. A tragic car crash led to a lot of challenges for Gavin Kane, who was just 19 months old. For years, his parents, Christian and Mary, worked to open the Field of Dreams to help kids with disabilities. They
wanted Gavin to play and explore the world with others. Their inclusive park idea blossomed and they weren’t alone in this – many groups joined in to fund the RWJBarnabas Health Field of Dreams. As the long journey became a reality, many news organization (this one in-
cluded) chronicled their journey. Two of these news items have been nominated for the 66 th annual New York Emmys. In the category “Societal Concerns – Short Form Content,” the nomination was for WABC-TV’s “Field of Dreams is Heaven on Earth for Special Needs Families.” It can be found
online by searching “Field of Dreams” and ABC. In the category “Sports Story – News (No Production Time Limit),” the nomination was for “Field of Dreams” by PBS/News 12. It can be found online by searching “Field of Dreams” and News 12. (Field of Dreams - See Page 5)
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