The BRICK Times Vol. 24 - No. 6
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Photo by Alyssa Riccardi An investigator for the Legalized Games of Chance Commission along with Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer shoot some hoops to test the boardwalk game.
Photos by Judy Smestad-Nunn Students practice “SpongeBob The Musical” at United Christ Church in Toms River.
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By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK – “SpongeBob The Musical” is being staged as never before, featuring 21 actors aged 10 to 19 and directed by Brick Memorial High School senior Ashley Burroughs. Not only is it a production entirely run by teenagers, but proceeds from the show will benefit the Morgan Marie Michael Foundation, a
non-profit charity that supports individuals on the autism spectrum with a mission of enhancing their lives and fostering a world of acceptance and inclusion. The musical is being produced under the auspices of Chaos (Comedy, Humor And Other Stuff ) Theatre C ompa ny, fou nde d about three years ago by Toms River resident Armand Marino.
“Ashley Burroughs, who is also the musical director, is so enthusiastic and talented,” said Marino in a phone interview. He attends and observes the SpongeBob rehearsals once or twice
a week. Most of the Chaos Theatre Productions donate their proceeds to various charities, he added, although there are costs associated with the production. (Musical - See Page 4)
By Alyssa Riccardi SEASIDE HEIGHTS – State officials took advantage of the sunny weather, shooting hoops and testing arcade games in order to keep these keeps games of chance fair and honest. Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin, Ocean Cou nt y P rose cut or Bradley D. Billhimer, Seaside Heights Police Chief Thomas Boyd,
Division of Consumer Affairs Acting Director Cari Fais and numerous members of her department came out to the Seaside Heights boardwalk to promote a “safe summer” when it comes to honest game play and shopping. The team started their initiative at Lincoln Avenue, where they kicked (Boardwalk See Page 4)
Tribute Given To Local WWII Hero “Bud” Lomell
Photo by Stephanie Faughnan Photos and Lomell’s uniform was on display at the presentation.
By Stephanie Faughnan TOMS RIVER - As the 80th year since the momentous D-Day invasion was commemorated, a local hero’s name rose to the forefront once again. Leonard G. “Bud” Lomell’s bravery hasn’t been lost to time.
During a recent interview and book signing by acclaimed author Steven M. Gillon, Lomell’s legacy was celebrated anew. Decades ago, Tom Brokaw’s “The Greatest Generation” spotlighted Lomell’s heroism, dedicating an entire chapter
to his wartime exploits. Gillon’s 2003 book, “Len Lomell: D-Day Hero,” offers a deeper look into Lomell’s life and his pivotal role in the D-Day landings. The event drew a crowd, including Lomell’s widow, Charlotte, and daughter, Renee,
a retired Toms River teacher. Former colleagues from Lomell’s law practice days in Toms River also attended. Among them were his former law partner, Robert Fall, now a retired Appellate Division judge, and attorney Phillip Lucas, who
fondly recalled Lomell during the 1970s. “I knew Mr. Lomell as a young attorney when we both did real estate law,” said Lucas. “I’m also here because my wife’s father was a paratrooper, who landed on D-Day on top of the (Lomell - See Page 4)
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