The HOWELL Times
Vol. 21 - No. 48
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Inside The Law
Photos by Alyssa Riccardi Joined by family, Sgt. Sean Acker entered his home for the first time in two years. (Below) The Acker family was supported by state troopers as they cut the ribbon on their new home.
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By Alyssa Riccardi HOWELL – Hundreds of people gathered on a beautiful, sunny Tuesday afternoon in a suburban neighborhood as they welcomed home a New Jersey state trooper whose house was renovated to make his life easier. The Tunnel to Towers Foundation unveiled the newly renovated smart home for New Jersey (Home - See Page 3)
Piney Author Fights Stereotypes, Shares Rich Local History
By Stephanie Faughnan PINE BARRENS – William “Bill” Lewis, 50, served as a Marine, studied hard at night to earn a degree with top honors, and works for the federal government. On top of all that, he’s authored four books, produced a documentary film, and delivered guest lectures on several occasions. Lewis also just happens to be a third-generation Piney, a fact that might strike some as inconsistent with their image of a people
quite proud of their deep-rooted lineage. The term “Piney” often conjures up images of backwoods stereotypes or folklore characters. Lewis considers the word an unmistakable slur and has made it his mission to reclaim the narrative of the Piney identity. “We know with a stereotype there’s little to no truth,” said Lewis. “We’re just labeling people because they’re different, and we (Author - See Page 2)
Photo by Stephanie Faughnan William “Bill” Lewis displays the first of his books – “New Jersey’s Lost Piney Culture.”
May 4, 2024
Free Well ness Transportati on Now Available
By Alyssa Riccardi MONMOUTH COUNTY – Need to go to the doctor, but don’t have a way to get there? The Monmouth County Board of Commissioners have announced their collaboration with EZ Ride to offer a free wellness transportation program to residents. The program will provide residents with up to two round trips per week to their medical, wellness and nutrition appointments, regardless of the applicant’s income. “We are thrilled to be able to introduce this service to help our residents travel to these important appointments at no expense,” Commissioner Director Thomas A. Arnone said. Types of appointments include doctor, dentist, therapist, phar macy and lab work, grocery store, food pa nt r y, farmers market, etc. Residents must be over the age of 18. However, children can use the service when accompanied by a parent or guardian over 18. In addition, the child’s parent or guardian must be responsible for providing and installing any required booster seat or car seat. “Individuals must have a working cell phone in order for EZ Ride to text them details about their upcoming trip and all riders must be able
to enter and exit the vehicle with minimal assistance (this service cannot accommodate wheelchai rs),” said Commissioner Susan M. Kiley, liaison to the Monmouth County Health Department. If you do not have a cell phone, residents can use resources available through Monmouth ACTS for assistance. To learn more, call 732-683-2102 or go to monmouthacts.org. “This new service is another example of how Monmouth County continually seeks ways to assist our residents,” said Commissioner Erik Anderson, liaison to the Monmouth County Division of Planning. “Residents will be able to register for the program by phone or email and may schedule a ride up to 48 hours in advance to ensure approval and availability.” A transportation coordinator is available to schedule trips Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., and Monday through Friday from 1 to 4:30 p.m. by phone at 732-431-7448. Trips may be taken Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.; and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. There is no service available on Sunday. For more information, call 732-431-7448 or email MCTransportCoordinator@co. monmouth.nj.us.
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