The MANCHESTER Times MICROMEDIA PUBLICATIONS
Vol. 31 - No. 29
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Walk To Remember Raises Awareness For Alzheimer’s, Dementia
October 18, 2025
Legendary Teacher Remembered During Professional Development Day
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Photo by Bob Vosseller Walkers take to the two trails at World War II Veterans Memorial Park during the 3rd Annual AristaCare “Walk to Remember” event hosted by their two facilities in Manchester Township. By Bob Vosseller MANCHESTER – AristaCare at Manchester and Whiting held their third annual Walk to Remember event recently at the World War II Veterans Memorial Park. Walkers joined AristaCare staff and administrators, public officials and residents to promote Alzheimer’s and dementia awareness and to provide information about community resources available as well as to
support those effected. The autumn day proved ideal for a leisurely stroll through the trails. The event also featured refreshments, giveaways, a raffle and a gift basket. AristaCare which provides post-hospital inpatient rehabilitation, long-term care, memory care services, held the event to bring attention to Alzheimer’s, and the needs of dementia patients and their caregivers. AristaCare Health Services
The Halloween Parade Is Coming To Get You
By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – “They’re coming to get you…” is part of an infamous quote from the original “Night Of The Living Dead.” On All Hallow’s Eve, the parade will be coming down Main Street to get you, too. Preparations are well underway for one of Ocean County’s biggest holiday traditions - the 2025 Toms
River Fire Company No. 1 Halloween Parade. The annual event will be at 7 p.m. on Friday, October 31. The parade steps off from the corner of Main Street and Highland Parkway. The parade will travel south on Main Street (Route 9) turning left onto Washington Street. The parade ends at the (Halloween - See Page 7)
Executive Director Rober t Greenberger thanked his staff and those present for coming out and introduced Mayor Joseph Hankins who spoke at the start of the event. Greenberger said, “Unfortunately, we all know someone, a relative, friend, a loved one who has dementia or Alzheimer’s.” He noted how there isn’t anything locally for people who were having difficult times with (Walk - See Page 4)
Columbus Day Parade Postponed, But Italian Festival Thrives
By Chris Lundy and Bob Vosseller JERSEY SHORE – Although the Columbus Day parade was postponed, the Italian Heritage Street Festival brought ethnic food, music and flair to Sea-
side Heights. The organizers noted that the parade and Italian Festival originally scheduled for Sunday, October 12 will be held on Sunday, October 19. A unique Seaside (Festival - See Page 5)
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Photo courtesy Manchester Schools A photo of the late Jill Ocone, a dedicated teacher, mentor, and author was added to the Hawks Hall of Honor Wall at the high school. By Bob Vosseller MANCHESTER – Staff members across the school district recently came together for a full day of professional development focused on growth, collaboration, and connection. Educators and staff participated in brainstor m i ng sessions organized by school, department, and division, all designed to strengthen the district’s shared mission of supporting students and one another. Some administrators stated that the most meaningful gathering of the day was a heartfelt one. At Manchester Township High School, colleagues took time to celebrate the life and leg-
acy of the late Jill Ocone. Ocone passed away in August. Superintendent Diane Pedroza described her as a “cherished member of the high school faculty and a gifted English teacher who was also a beloved mentor, colleague and friend.” Pedroza also noted that she faced “a courageous battle with a rare form of cancer and had passed away peacefully, surrounded by those who loved her.” “Throughout her illness, Jill remained the embodiment of grace, resilience and hope. She often signed her messages with the phrase ‘love and light,’ a reflection of the warmth, (Teacher - See Page 7)