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Photos by Bob Vosseller (Top) A family enjoys the thrill of the big slide during last year’s Jackson Day. (Bottom) Jackson Day marks its 50th anniversary of fun, food and township history on August 23 at Johnson Memorial Park at 260 Kierych Memorial Drive. By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – Jackson Day 2026 is coming up soon and it will mark the event’s half century anniversary of fun, food and township history. The big community celebration isn’t waiting for autumn this year; it will run from 12:30 to 8:30 p.m. on August 23, with a rain date of August 30 at John F. Johnson Jr. Memorial Park, 260 Kierych Memorial
Serenade, Breakdance Part Of Council Meeting
By Bob Vosseller JACKSON– Some residents have described past Township Council meetings as “a song and dance routine” but during the latest session, it was the public that came out in large numbers and observed a literal song and dance. The last council meeting was standing room only and was very spirited during the portion of the meeting set
aside for the public to comment about anything. One of the notable visits to the microphone was a man wearing a T-shirt that had a police uniform imprint on it who would not identify his real name nor his town but who had brought along his guitar and sang a non-complimentary song about Mayor Jennifer Kuhn. Prior to singing his song he insulted (Council Meeting - See Page 4)
Drive. There will be free admission, free parking and free events along with entertainment. A variety of food trucks will be on hand. Expect vendors to be local businesses, houses of worship, and other organizations. Township Recreation Department and Special Event (Jackson Day - See Page 4)
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Doors Reopen After Fire Safety Concern By Bob Vosseller JACKSON– Among the discussions heard during a recent crowded Township Council meeting was the cancelation of its July 14 meeting due to the municipal building’s front doors that were discovered not to be fire rated. Council President Mordechai Burnstein told The Jackson Times that day that he made the call to cancel the meeting under legal advice from Township Attorney Gregory McGuckin as the township may have been found in violation of a fire code. However, within 24 hours it was learned that this ruling didn’t apply to the building at all and a township Zoning Board meeting was allowed to proceed. Councilman Chris Pollak spoke about the issue that had not been referenced by the rest of the council during the council report period. “I was very upset with that. It did not make any sense to me whatsoever. I personally feel it was canceled because you knew people were coming and you just scrambled to find some excuse to cancel it.” “The excuse was that the doors that we have been using for months weren’t fire rated but the very next day the state said everything was fine. The administration made the decision to cancel that meeting. No fire official ordered it,” he added. Fire Official/Fire District Administrator Jackson Fire District 2 Scott Rauch stated in an email on July 15 to Business Administrator Charles (Doors Reopen - See Page 5)
Judge Calls Disbarred Attorney A ‘Con Artist’ By Stephanie Faughnan OCEAN COUNTY – A former attorney who continued accepting clients after he was disbarred was sentenced to three years of probation after paying $70,755 in restitution to six people who believed he was still licensed to practice law. David T. Schlendorf, 54, now of Holladay, Utah, pleaded guilty to five counts of theft by deception and one count of unauthorized practice of law. Although Superior Court Judge Guy P. Ryan accepted the probationary sentence negotiated as part of Schlen-
dorf’s plea agreement, he delivered a harsh assessment of the former attorney’s conduct. “This is a deliberate, organized criminal scheme,” Ryan said. “There’s no way to justify this.” Schlendorf once served as an assistant prosecutor, maintained a private law practice and was well known in the community. In a letter submitted before sentencing, he cited his years coaching youth sports and donating to local athletic organizations. Ryan said those connections also brought Schlendorf (Disbarred - See Page 7)
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Coordinator Fred Meabe told The Jackson Times, that there would be some changes in the lineup from years past. “There will be no doves, motorcycle show, or petting zoo this year but we have done so much more. We have modernized this event from years past.” “I have gotten Six Flags to have a much larger footprint in this year’s event,” Meabe added. The Fright Fest feature will provide an exclusive behind-the-scenes look as the Fright Fest zombies who transform into the terrifying ghouls that roam the walkways of Six Flags each autumn. “Watch the make-up artists work their magic and see these iconic characters come to life right before your eyes plus Six
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Continued From Page 1 the township’s newly replaced podium which was a new frailer structure in comparison to the prior wooden structure which sported the township emblem. “Governments all over the country have referred to this as a podium. Please look up the definition of a podium. A podium is an elevated surface that a person stands or sits on. This is a lectern. A baby playschool lectern but I guess it’s better than nothing. Some of you know me as Bong Holio, the 8-foot giant Bong.” “The big problem I have is the disgusting government retaliation. You should be ashamed of yourselves for retaliating against people who
Flags Wild Safari is coming too. Meet some incredible animal ambassadors during the Wild Safari Critter Interaction, a fun, handson experience the whole family will love.” “Here’s the biggest news of all: every child 12 years old and under who attends Jackson Day will receive a free Great Adventure admission ticket, courtesy of Six Flags,” Meabe added. He noted that “radio station, 94.3 The Point will be on location broadcasting live with Matt Ryan and will have some giveaways. This year we have a gift auction run by Jackson Township High School Football to strengthen that relationship with the town and the schools and to keep adults more engaged.” “We have an all-day basketball tournament hosted and organized by the Porter Family Scholarship Foundation. Through our time
and efforts, we have raised the most money and gathered the most sponsors Jackson Day has ever had, which is fitting as its the 50th Celebration of this amazing event! It is my belief that hard work will pay off on event day,” Meabe said. Three live bands will perform at set times. “It’s going to be an amazing day,” Meabe added. He previously ran the Township Police Department’s PBA 168 Pig Roast for years and that experience helped him to prepare for this larger scale event. “I couldn’t have done it without the amazing team I have.” Meabe serves as the chairman of this year’s Jackson Day Committee He provided a list of activities for the day. Musical performances include Kickin’ Wing from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., Face 2 Face from 4
to 5:30 p.m., Suit & Mai Tai, an extremely popular shore area Yacht Rock band, will be from 6 to 7:30 p.m. DJ JPro will be providing music throughout the day. A Beer Garden sponsored by Jackson PBA 168 will be back and there will also be a 3-on-3 basketball tournament and the Bloodline Cornhole Tournament will also return. Meabe said there would be over 100 vendors and plenty of family fun, attractions, food, entertainment, and much more. Mayor Jennifer Kuhn and the Township Council are inviting the whole community to enjoy this annual township tradition and gather in the park that day. They want you to enjoy a day filled with local vendors, crafters, civic organizations, delicious food and much more.
speak out against things that you disagree with,” Holio added. He called Township Attorney Gregory McGuckin “a horrible lawyer. I’ve been to meetings all over the state.” He moved the lectern aside and performed his song “to bring a little of entertainment and fun into these public meetings that are normally a dull boring space. I like to sing songs about corrupt towns.” The speaker wasn’t interrupted and proceeded to sing his song which was highly critical of the mayor. The lyrics were also critical of how the public comment period had been shut down early at a prior council meeting. Before Holio’s serenade, Cranford resident Will Tilly came up to the microphone. “I’ve been following everything that has been going on here.”
Council President Mordechai Burnstein asked Tilly to face and address the council to which Tilly replied, “I am here to address the people that is why I am here.” Applause followed his remark. “Sir you are going to have to address the council,” McGuckin said. “This is a council meeting and you will have to address the council.” Tilly walked around the lectern which allowed him to also face the audience. “We have been fighting all the same issues in Cranford that are happening here. The reason I’m here is to bring more attention to what is happening here so the whole state is aware because this needs to be known by all the media because that will inspire those in all the towns of New
Jersey who see what is happening here in Jackson and they can do it to and that is when everything takes over and you reach that critical mass.” He called for the audience to “make some noise” and in a native American chant got the audience to chime in which eventually led to him breakdancing. One resident remarked during her time at the microphone, “I’ve lived in the town for 34 years and I’ve never seen it so screwed up.” Another resident said, “we all know the issues going on in this town and we’re upset and that is why I am happy to see how many people are here because usually when I come it is only 10 people so this is nice and I hope everyone continues to come out because we need this.”
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Terefenko that followed up on a prior meeting that the day before he “received a call from the mayor informing our office that the township possibly replaced the missing room doors with non-fire rated doors and was concerned that they needed to be fire rated doors.” “I responded shortly after and met with the mayor and the Public Works Director (Shawn Bolinsky) to look at the doors. The doors were confirmed to not be fire rated. The old doors had previously been in place were discarded and could not be used to determine if they had been fire rated,” his email added. Rauch went on to state, “I advised both that at that time I needed to review the NJUFC (New Jersey Uniform Fire Code) and that I was going to confer with my Local Assistance Rep from the NJ DFC (New Jersey Division of Fire Safety). I left a message with my rep after leaving the municipal hall.” The email went on to state that the building “appears to have been built in the early 1970s so I referred to Chapter 4 of the NJUFC,
commonly known as the Retro Fit Code. On the morning of July 15, I spoke to Tim Parr of the Local Assistance Unit and explained my findings.” Later that day Rauch met with Parr, Jackson Construction Official Richard Wilton and Terefenko “and we determined fire rated doors are not required for the meeting room located within the municipal building. The doors open in the direction of egress and are outfitted with proper panic hardware and therefore meet the intent of the NJ UFC.” Parr stated in an email to Rauch that their inspection of the council chambers and walk through of the building did not warrant fire rated doors which Wilton concurred with. “Fire Official Rauch also clarified that he never instructed the town that they could not hold their meeting, nor were any violations issued. He simply advised them that he would consult his state representative to determine whether the meeting room required fire-rated doors.” “I repeatedly asked for the state’s letter explaining the shutdown. I never got it so I got it on my own,” Pollak added and began reading the emails by Paar and Rauch. “The people
of Jackson don’t want government that hides information, shuts down meetings, limits public comments or tells them to sit down and be quiet. They simply want honesty and they want a government that remembers who they work for.” Mayoral candidate Elliott Shem-Tov called for the elimination of the five-minute time limit for residents to speak. “Remove the five-minute rule. Go back to the way things were. Let the people have their voice back.” He said Mayor Jennifer Kuhn “had invoked the five-minute rule. Now let’s talk about the last meeting. I spoke to the players. I know who spoke to who to shut the (July 14) meeting down. It was a clear ploy to get other officials in this town to cancel the meeting because it was advertised and you knew there was going to be a big crowd. I think this is a bigger crowd tonight. This is only the beginning between now and November; these crowds are going to get larger and larger and larger.” Burnstein did apologize later in the meeting for the shortening of the public comment period concurring with Pollak that public officials do “need to take responsibility and show a little
bit of humility. The meeting was back and forth and it was hard to keep things calm. It was passionate.” “There was a motion to close (by Vice Council President Giuseppe Palmeri) and at that point I didn’t see anyone else coming up. I had conversations with other residents and other people; the proper suggestion would have been to take a break,” the council president admitted. He also apologized to resident Adam Haidi who had been speaking during that comment period and had gone slightly over his time triggering the motion to close the public comment period. As to the five-minute time limit Burnstein said “contrary to what was stated, that was instituted by former Councilman Martin Fleming when he was council president. Every town has a different style and next year if there is a different council president they are welcome to institute rules they would feel are appropriate.” “We don’t want to be like Toms River either,” Burnstein said noting that Toms River Township has a rule that limits the period in which residents can come before the microphone to one hour of the council meeting.
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Open Space Court Issue Deserves Answers From The Desk Of
Mayor Jennifer Kuhn There are moments as mayor when you celebrate accomplishments, and there are moments when you must address difficult issues head-on. Leadership isn’t about choosing the easy conversations - it’s about being honest, transparent, and standing by the promises you made to the people you serve. Recently, the New Jersey Supreme Court issued a decision involving a land acquisition that took place in 2022, before my Administration took office. I know many residents have questions, and you deserve a clear explanation. The Court determined that the previous administration improperly used eminent domain to acquire two small parcels of land from a Lakewood-based LLC as part of a much larger land swap agreement. What the ruling does not do is overturn that larger land swap. It applies only to two parcels that, together, total less than one acre. Some people may say it’s less than an acre. I don’t. Because every acre matters. Every wooded parcel and every open space help preserve the character of the Jackson we all love.
Once it’s gone, it’s gone forever. Protecting our community from unnecessary overdevelopment has been one of the defining priorities of my Administration since day one. I promised to fight for Jackson’s future - not just for today, but for the generations who will one day call this town home. That promise has never changed. I’ve directed our Township legal team and officials to pursue every legal option available to protect these parcels and preserve every acre we possibly can, not only on this property but throughout our community. I grew up in Jackson. I know these roads, these neighborhoods, and the pride that comes with calling this town home. My commitment to you is simple: I will continue doing everything within my power to protect our open spaces, preserve the character of our neighborhoods, and always put Jackson residents first. While we’re talking about what makes Jackson such a special place, I’d also like to invite everyone to one of my favorite traditions of the year. Jackson Day is celebrating its 50th Anniversary on Saturday, August 23, from 12:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Johnson Park, and I truly hope you’ll join us. This golden anniversary promises to be our biggest celebration yet. Families can enjoy FREE rides, more than 100 vendors, incredible live enter-
tainment, over two dozen food vendors, community exhibits, contests, and a relaxing beer garden. We’re also excited to welcome Six Flags Great Adventure, which will offer a special preview of Fright Fest with interactive experiences and a Wild Safari animal encounter. Thanks to their incredible partnership with Jackson Township, every child 12 years old and younger who attends Jackson Day will receive a FREE Six Flags admission ticket. Those are just some of the highlights. The best part of Jackson Day has always been the memories made while spending time with family, catching up with neighbors, and celebrating everything that makes our community so special. I hope to see you there. Before I close, I’d also like to remind everyone that I’ve established regular office hours because I believe one of the most important parts of serving as your mayor is being available to listen. My current office hours are: Monday: 4:45 p.m. – 5:45 p.m. Tuesday: 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. (Council meeting dates only) Friday: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Please note these hours are tentative and may occasionally change due to Township business. If you’d like to meet with me, I encourage you to schedule an appointment by calling 732-966-4985 or emailing jkuhn@jacksontwpnj.net. Whether you have a concern, an idea, or simply want to talk about our community, my door is always open.
Finally, our community recently lost someone whose impact on Jackson cannot be measured by titles alone. Like so many of you, I was deeply saddened by the passing of Bernard “Bernie” Reider. To generations of Jackson residents, Bernie was more than a principal, coach, teacher, or administrator. He was the mentor who believed in his students, challenged them to be their best, and helped shape countless lives. Whether you learned from him, worked beside him, or simply knew him, chances are he left you better than he found you. His legacy was permanently honored when the Jackson Board of Education dedicated the original Jackson Memorial High School building as Bernie Reider Hall, a fitting tribute to a man who devoted his life to Jackson’s children. As someone who grew up here, I know firsthand what Bernie meant to this community. His influence can still be seen in the generations of Jaguars whose lives he touched through his leadership, compassion, and unwavering commitment to education. On behalf of the Township of Jackson, I extend my heartfelt condolences to the Reider family, his friends, former colleagues, students, and everyone fortunate enough to have known him. Thank you, Bernie, for the example you set and the countless lives you changed. May you rest in peace, knowing your legacy will forever remain part of the heart of Jackson Township.
Our National Embarrassment Continues Capitol Comments Assemblyman Alex Sauickie
TRENTON - Last week I wrote here about the revelation by Governor Sherrill that, not only did New Jersey have about 6,600 people who self-identified as noncitizens registered to vote in our state, but also close to 400 of them cast ballots. This embarrassing admission has been in the national news ever since, but now it’s gotten worse. To be clear, this is alleged to have happened during the Murphy administration, but our new governor has found a way to make it even more outrageous. Instead of first demanding complete accountability and determining exactly how illegal votes were cast, her administration is directing those involved toward taxpayer-funded legal assistance through a program receiving more than $20 million. You can’t make this stuff up. It’s one thing to become mistakenly and illegally registered to vote, but quite another to actually proceed to cast a ballot illegally – even though reporting indicates these individuals answered
both that they are non-citizens and that they wanted to be registered as voters. There has to be some, if not all, responsibility on the state to make sure this state-run voter registration program is working properly and legally. New Jersey taxpayers deserve to know who voted, in which elections, how this was allowed to happen, and whether anyone knowingly violated the law. Every questionable ballot must be investigated, not excused, minimized, or buried beneath another taxpayer-funded legal defense operation. Unfortunately, Gov. Sherrill’s priorities are becoming clearer by the day, and they don’t mesh with those of average state residents. Trenton claims it can’t afford to restore cost-of-living increases for retired police officers, firefighters, teachers and other former public servants. It cuts school funding, rejects permanent utility relief, and tells struggling families there simply is not enough money. But when thousands of noncitizens are improperly registered to vote, and hundreds cast ballots illegally, Gov. Sherrill finds more than $20 million for legal services and promises to protect those involved from federal consequences. That’s not accountability.
The governor’s first responsibility should be protecting the lawful votes of American citizens, securing our voter rolls and restoring confidence in our elections – not protecting Trenton from the consequences of its own failures. We need an independent investigation, full public disclosure and immediate passage of commonsense election-integrity reforms, including proof of citizenship to register, voter identification and regular voter-roll reviews. New Jersey citizens should never be treated as an afterthought in their own elections. But that’s the direction our governor is taking. While New Jersey needs a governor focused on important things like election integrity and our state’s affordability crisis, Gov. Sherrill apparently would rather act as New Jersey’s Chief Meteorologist. She delivers weather reports on social media and uses other distractions from a number of national embarrassments while avoiding the serious issues facing our state. After a decade of her party dismissing election-integrity concerns as “conspiracy theories,” we now know that noncitizens voting in New Jersey is not theoretical. It happened, and she confirmed it for the entire nation. Whether it was caused by incompetence, negligence or something worse, New Jerseyans deserve a complete investigation, full transparency and meaningful election reforms. But when the
head of civil rights for the federal Department of Justice asked Gov. Sherrill to cooperate with a federal investigation, she turned the DOJ down cold. Most would say it’s generally the right thing to do for a government official with nothing to hide to cooperate with a federal civil rights investigation. But we don’t have that in this case. So it seems that, instead of accountability and transparency, we’re getting obstruction, deflection, and opacity. Maybe, just maybe, that would be barely tolerable if at least we were getting other things we need. But instead, property taxes continue crushing families. Energy bills remain painfully high. Trenton continues spending more of your money. Our governor continues stiff-arming a federal investigation of illegal voting and talking about the weather. What New Jersey desperately needs is real leadership: a governor willing to take ownership of her responsibilities, solve problems and put taxpayers first. Stop deflecting. Start leading. It’s past time. Alex Sauickie is a life-long Jackson resident who represents his home town and 12 other towns in the State Assembly. Follow him on Facebook (/AssemblymanAlex), Instagram (@ AssemblymanAlex), X (@AlexSauickie), and TikTok (@AssemblymanAlex) or visit his website at AssemblymanAlex.com.
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The Jackson Times, August 8, 2026, Page 7 the victims financially whole. Villani called the sentencing “a sad day” for someone who had been a well-known attorney in the area. Schlendorf has since moved to Utah and works as a regional sales manager. Schlendorf apologized to the court. “I hope that the fact that I made full restitution even before the plea date, and that money’s been distributed for over two and a half months already, is indicative of how badly and how awful I felt about the whole situation and wanted to
Continued From Page 1 into contact with people who needed legal services and allowed him to capitalize on their trust. “This is not a case where the defendant didn’t know his license was suspended or denies receiving some kind of notice,” Ryan said. “He was disbarred by consent because he was going to be disbarred and therefore didn’t challenge it.” Schlendorf consented to disbarment in New Jersey in December 2022 after acknowledging that he knowingly misappropriated client funds and could not successfully defend himself against the allegations at a disciplinary hearing. Despite his disbarment, Schlendorf continued presenting himself as an attorney between January 2023 and September 2025, according to the Ocean County ProsecuPhoto by Stephanie Faughnan tor’s Office. The investigation began after a David T. Schlendorf was disbarred but still practiced law. Toms River resident reported hiring Schlendorf in March 2025 and paying him resolve it as quickly as possible,” Schlendorf approximately $10,000 for representation in said. “Besides that, Judge, there’s nothing I can a legal matter. really say. I’m very sorry to be standing in your Schlendorf was arrested October 7, 2025, by courtroom and taking up the court’s time with detectives from the Ocean County Prosecu- this, and I don’t think you’ll ever see me again.” tor’s Office Economic Crime Squad and the Ryan gave substantial weight to the restituToms River Township Police Department. tion but rejected the defense argument that He spent two days in the Ocean County Jail Schlendorf’s character and attitude made him before being released under New Jersey’s bail unlikely to commit another offense. The judge reform procedures. cited the organized nature of the scheme and After the initial charges became public, five two prior retail theft convictions in Utah. additional people came forward and said they “Once one justifies in his own mind the ability had paid him a total of approximately $60,000 to steal, whether that be the retail thefts or to for legal representation, Supervising Assistant take money from clients that he was not entiProsecutor Shanon Chant-Berry told the court. tled to take, it’s a slippery slope,” Ryan said. Chant-Berry described Schlendorf’s con- “People who commit thefts justify in their own duct as “extremely brazen.” She said he used mind that they’re entitled to it.” letterhead identifying himself as a certified Ryan also said the sentence needed to deter criminal trial attorney and gave one victim suspended, disbarred or otherwise ineligible what appeared to be a civil complaint bearing attorneys from practicing law. his former attorney identification number, The judge acknowledged that the noncustodial making it appear that the document had been sentence could draw criticism. He explained filed with the court. that the plea agreement called for probation When another victim questioned whether he and that he could not impose incarceration had been disbarred, Schlendorf claimed he had without rejecting the agreement and allowing merely failed to pay his annual bar association Schlendorf to withdraw his guilty pleas. dues, Chant-Berry said. Ryan said supervision was necessary not only The six victims and the New Jersey Lawyers’ to stop Schlendorf from acting as an attorney, Fund for Client Protection received a combined but also because of his broader ability to per$70,755 before sentencing. The fund reimburs- suade people to give him money. es clients who lose money because of dishonest “A period of probationary supervision is conduct by attorneys and is supported by necessary because the defendant, with all registration fees paid by New Jersey lawyers due respect, is a con artist, and he needs to be and judges. supervised to prevent that from happening to Ryan said full restitution before sentencing other people,” Ryan said. was highly unusual. “It’s a rare day when that The judge said that risk was not limited to happens, particularly to the tune of $70,000- Schlendorf acting as an attorney. It could also plus,” Ryan said. arise through his work as a sales manager or He called the amount “razor close” to the another position in which he might persuade threshold for a second-degree offense and people to give him money to which he was described the thefts as being at the high end not entitled. of third-degree crimes. Ryan sentenced Schlendorf to concurrent three-year probationary terms on all six counts, Judge Says Supervision Remains Necessary with credit for two days in jail. Schlendorf must Defense attorney Carmine Villani asked maintain employment as directed by probation, Ryan to consider Schlendorf’s cooperation provide a DNA sample and have no contact with police, acceptance of responsibility and with the victims. payment of restitution. He said Schlendorf Because Schlendorf lives in Utah, he was turned over his briefcase and documents when directed to report to Ocean County probation to investigators approached him and later made begin transferring his supervision out of state.
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Junior Police Camp Begins With Public Safety Training held at the Plumsted Primary School with support from the Plumsted School District. After lunch, members of Plumsted Fire District No. 1 introduced campers to rescue vehicles and explained the work of firefighters and Photo courtesy Plumsted Township Police Department emergency medical personnel. ParticiPLUMSTED – The Police Department pants took part in practical demonstrations opened its Junior Police Camp with a full and, under direct supervision, practiced day of physical training, marching drills and extinguishing a controlled fire. lessons about careers in law enforcement. Police thanked the school district and fire Campers also received tours and demon- department for helping provide a broad strations of the department’s new fleet vehi- public safety experience. Additional activcles from Officers Miserendino, Goldfluss ities are planned throughout the remainder and Zagacki. The weeklong camp is being of the camp.
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Westlake Women’s Club Announces Scholarship Winners while excelling in an all honors-level program at MATES. Grace Chiafullo is a g r a du at e of Ja ck son To w n s h i p H . S . a n d Ocean County Vocational and Technical School (OCVTS). She has been accepted into the Jurisprudence, Law and Society program at Montclair State University. While interning at a local law firm, Grace discovered her passion for becoming an attorney. A graduate of Jackson Township H.S., Sophia DeVito will be attending Rutgers School of Nursing. While taking honors-level classes and Photo courtesy Hedy Dougherty working a part-time job, she found the time to volLtR: Grace Chiafullo, Maya Ahmed, Sophia DeVito, and unteer at both Monmouth Abby Wisniewski. Medical Center and CentraState Medical Center. Graduating in the top ten of her class at By Hedy Dougherty JACKSON – The Women’s Club at West- Jackson Township H.S., Abby Wisniewski lake is proud to announce the 2026 schol- will be attending the University of Florida arship winners. Four young ladies were where she will major in Animal Sciences awarded $1,000 each to put toward their on a Pre-Veterinary track. While devoting future education. The awards were present- herself to her studies, she also worked as a ed at a luncheon held earlier this summer. camp counselor and lifeguard. As a philanthropic organization, the misAll are Jackson residents and were chosen sion of the Women’s Club at Westlake is to from an impressive field of applicants. The four recipients included, Maya raise funds to donate to local and national Ahmed, a graduate of the Marine Academy charitable organizations. The scholarship of Technology and Environmental Sciences program is part of our effort to make a (MATES). She will be attending Boston difference in our community. Since 2003, University’s College of Engineering where the Women’s Club at Westlake has awarded she will study Biomedical Engineering. 92 women over $90,000 in scholarships. Maya volunteered over 600 hours in youth The scholarships are funded entirely by leadership organizations and research club dues, enabling these young women to projects pertaining to her field of study pursue their dreams.
Police Invite Residents To Community Cleanup JACKSON – The Police Department and Jackson Clean Communities will hold a “Clean Up With a Cop” event from 2 to 5 p.m. August 16 at Flair Ridge Park on Buckingham Drive. Residents will work alongside police officers and other volunteers to remove litter and help improve the neighborhood. Organizers are asking participants to register in advance.
Jackson residents who volunteer and show identification confirming residency will receive a Six Flags Great Adventure guest pass. Children ages 12 and younger will receive a Certificate of Merit and a Litter-Free Deputy badge. The event is open to everyone, although the Six Flags ticket incentive is limited to eligible Jackson residents.
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Atlanta Rhythm Section and Pure Prairie League. Tickets go on sale July 17 at 10 a.m. through HardRockHotelAtlanticCity.com. All performances are subject to change.
Hope Buddy Program Offers Weekly Encouragement
TOMS RIVER – HOPE Sheds Light is inviting community members to join its Hope Buddy Program, which provides participants with two inspirational text messages each week. The messages feature encouraging quotes selected from inspirational books by the organization’s family volunteers. The program is intended to
provide regular support, connection and hope. Participants will also be invited to future Hope Buddy Meetups, with additional details expected to be announced later. To register or learn more, contact Nicole at nicole@hopeshedslight.org or 732-244-0783, ext. 131.
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BlueClaws, Jetty Launch Exclusive Apparel Collection
Photo courtesy Jersey Shore BlueClaws / Jetty JERSEY SHORE – The BlueClaws and coastal lifestyle brand Jetty have teamed up on a new apparel collection featuring eight exclusive designs. The collection was created by designers from Jetty and Jetty Ink in partnership with the BlueClaws. All eight designs are available as T-shirts, while selected styles are also offered as long-sleeve shirts, crewnecks and hoodies.
BlueClaws General Manager Bob McLane said the collaboration had been in development for some time and brings together two brands closely tied to the Jersey Shore. Jetty CEO Jeremy DeFilippis said the company was excited to see the designs released to the public. The clothing is available at BlueClaws. com/Shop and at Claws Cove inside ShoreTown Ballpark. Quantities are limited.
Farmer’s Market Now Open
JACKSON – The Market at Adventure Crossing is now open at 515 Monmouth Road. The outdoor market runs Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. through October 24 and includes local produce, food vendors and handmade merchandise.
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es, an injured person must prove more than ordinary negligence. For claims involving public property, the plaintiff often must establish a dangerous condition that created a reasonably foreseeable risk of injury. Additionally, discretionary decisions made by government agencies—such as policy choices, planning, or design decisions— are frequently immune from liability altogether. Recovery for pain and suffering is also limited. In most cases, compensation for non-economic damages is allowed only if the injured person can prove a permanent loss of a bodily function, permanent disfigurement, or dismemberment, supported by objective medical evidence. Minor or temporary injuries typically do not meet this threshold. Because of shortened deadlines, heightened proof requirements, and procedural pitfalls, claims against public entities demand immediate legal attention. Waiting too long—even while continuing medical treatment—can result in the complete loss of your rights. If you were injured on public property or by a government employee, consulting an experienced New Jersey personal injury attorney as soon as possible is essential. The Tort Claims Act is unforgiving, but valid claims can and do succeed when handled properly. Michael J. Deem, Esq., is Certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Civil Trial Attorney. Call R.C. Sea & Associates for your free consultation (732) 505-1212.
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Hearing aids do much more than improve communication. Research continues to show a strong connection between hearing health and cognitive well-being. Treating hearing loss may help support overall brain function as we age. Recent research has found that people who wear their hearing aids consistently experience greater cognitive benefits than those who wear them only occasionally or not at all. Successful outcomes depend on proper fitting and daily use. When hearing loss goes untreated, the brain works harder to understand speech. This extra listening effort may leave fewer mental resources available for memory, attention, and thinking. Communication difficulties may also contribute to social withdrawal, which has been linked with cognitive
decline. Hearing aids improve access to speech and environmental sounds, reduce listening effort, and help people stay engaged with family, friends, and everyday activities. The greatest benefits occur when hearing aids are worn consistently during waking hours. If you already wear hearing aids, use them every day. If you have been delaying treatment, this research provides another important reason to have your hearing evaluated sooner rather than later. Dr. Izzy and his Staff are always available to provide answers to all of your hearing care needs. Feel free to visit www.gardenstatehearing.com or call 732-451-3962. We Hear You & We are Here for You!
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Wellness Workshop Planned This Fall TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Advisory Commission on the Status of Women will host a Financial & Legal Wellness Workshop from 3 to 5 p.m. October 6 at the Ocean County Resource Center, 1005 Hooper Ave. The workshop will feature two guest speakers discussing financial and legal topics, with a focus on awareness and practical informa-
tion for attendees. Various agencies also will be on hand to answer questions, share information and connect residents with resources and services. For more information, call the Ocean County Department of Human Services at 732-506-5374. The event is sponsored by the Ocean County Board of Commissioners.
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Is Your Body Asking For More Magnesium? By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. Magnesium is not the glamorous nutrient in the room. It doesn’t get the attention of vitamin D, and it certainly doesn’t have the celebrity status of collagen. Yet behind the scenes, magnesium helps steady your heartbeat, relax your muscles, support your bones, make energy and calm your nervous system. Here are 9 subtle clues. 1. Your muscles twitch or cramp. Nighttime charley horses, eyelid twitching and stubborn muscle tightness can occur when magnesium runs low. Acid blockers drain you of this nutrient so you may need to supplement. 2. Your battery feels half-charged. Magnesium helps your cells produce energy. Without enough, ordinary tasks may feel strangely tiring. Persistent fatigue can also come from anemia, low thyroid, poor sleep or vitamin B12 deficiency. 3. Your brain holds meetings at midnight. You’re exhausted, but your mind suddenly wants to review every awkward conversation since 1998. Magnesium is what I call a “chill pill” and it allows for healthy nerve signaling. It may help some of you sleep too. 4. Headaches keep finding you. Magnesium affects nerve activity, blood vessels and pain-signaling chemicals. Some people with migraines benefit from supplementation, particularly when headaches occur alongside cramps, constipation or a magnesium-depleting medication. 5. Your heart flutters. Magnesium helps maintain the electrical rhythm of your heart. Low levels may contribute to skipped beats or abnormal rhythms, especially when potassium is also low. Chest pain, fainting, breathlessness or a sustained rapid heartbeat requires prompt
medical care. 6. Things aren’t moving. Yes, I mean constipation. Magnesium supports the muscles of the digestive tract. Magnesium citrate may loosen stools, while glycinate is usually gentler. And diarrhea from magnesium is not “detox.” It usually means you took too much or chose the wrong form. 7. You notice tingling or numbness. A more significant deficiency can affect nerve and muscle function. But tingling may also come from diabetes, low vitamin B12, spinal problems or medication effects. If it persists or comes with weakness, investigate it. 8. You feel unusually wired. Magnesium helps regulate the stress response. I like to say it may lower the volume, but you still need to find out who turned on the siren. Menopause, thyroid problems, caffeine and blood-sugar swings can all leave you feeling jittery. 9. Your bones are losing ground. Up to 60 percent of your magnesium is stored in bone. It also works with vitamin D, calcium and parathyroid hormone. Bone health is not a calcium-only conversation. Most magnesium is stored in bone and soft tissue, so a normal blood test doesn’t always tell the entire story. Begin with food: pumpkin seeds, almonds, beans, spinach, avocado, whole grains and dark chocolate. If you supplement, glycinate is generally gentle, while citrate may help constipation. Look for the amount of elemental magnesium on the label. Magnesium might be the missing piece. Just remember: one symptom is a clue, not a diagnosis. For a more detailed version of this article, visit suzycohen.com and type magnesium into the search box.
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Ocean, Monmouth Counties Partner On CDL Training By Jason Allentoff JERSEY SHORE – Ocean and Monmouth counties have entered into a shared services agreement designed to expand commercial driver training while allowing both governments to use existing resources at no additional cost. The Ocean County Board of County Commissioners approved the agreement July 8, followed by the Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners on July 16. Under the partnership, Ocean County
will provide Commercial Driver’s License training for Monmouth County employees. In exchange, Ocean County workers will be able to use Monmouth County’s virtual driving and heavy equipment simulators. Ocean County Commissioner Director Frank Sadeghi said the agreement will expand access to training tools and expertise while maintaining high standards for county employees. “This agreement is an example of how collaboration between local governments aims to improve services and deliver great-
er value for the taxpayers,” Sadeghi said. Ocean County operates an in-house CDL program that includes classroom lessons, behind-the-wheel instruction and road testing. Ocean Count y Com missioner Ray Gormley said sharing resources should help reduce training expenses and prepare qualified drivers to support roadwork and other public services. Monmouth County’s training facilities include simulators that allow employees to practice operating graders, loaders, back-
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hoes and excavators in realistic scenarios. Officials said the controlled environment helps trainees develop skills and confidence before using full-size equipment. Monmouth County Commissioner Director Thomas A. Arnone said the arrangement allows both counties to share specialized equipment, employees and training capabilities while improving efficiency. “This partnership reflects our continued commitment to finding innovative, cost-effective ways to deliver essential services,” Arnone said.
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Around The Jersey Shore Habitat Program Offers Home Repair Help TOMS RIVER – Northern Ocean Habitat for Humanity is accepting applications for a program designed to help eligible homeowners complete critical repairs and accessibility upgrades. The organization’s Home Repair Program provides assistance with projects such as safety-related repairs, wheelchair ramps, ADA
modifications and improvements that allow older adults to remain in their homes. Applicants must own and occupy the home as their primary residence and must have lived there for at least two years. Homeowners must also meet income guidelines, remain current on mortgage payments and maintain insurance on
the property. The program serves residents in Bay Head, Beachwood, Berkeley, Brick, Island Heights, Lakehurst, Lakewood, Lavallette, Manchester, Mantoloking, Ocean Gate, Pine Beach, Plumsted, Point Pleasant, Point Pleasant Beach, Seaside Heights, Seaside Park, South Toms River and
Toms River. Homeowners may apply by calling 732-8189500, ext. 102, or emailing programservices@ nohfh.com. Additional information is available at northernoceanhabitat.org under the Programs and Home Repairs sections.
Documentary To Explore Ciba-Geigy Pollution Fight SEASIDE PARK – A documentary examining efforts to stop the former Ciba-Geigy pipeline and ocean dumping will be screened August 11 at 6:30 p.m. in the Seaside Park Council Chambers at Sixth and Central avenues.
“From Sea to Shining Sea” highlights Greenpeace’s campaign against the pipeline and the role Seaside Park residents played in drawing attention to pollution connected to the former Toms River chemical plant.
Organizers said Seaside Park has a longstanding connection to the environmental battle. Mayor Peterson, then a young attorney, helped secure the release of Greenpeace divers who were arrested during protests against the pipeline.
The screening will be followed by a question-and-answer session. The event is hosted by the Borough of Seaside Park, the Seaside Park Historical Society and Save Barnegat Bay, which said the film is available only for limited educational presentations.
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Across 1 Stage name of actor Raiford Chatman Davis 6 Spanish 53-Down 11 Band also known as the Bangtan Boys 14 Shapewear brand 15 Trojan War hero 16 “Shine Ya Light” singer Rita 17 Small, rustic house on a game reserve 19 Say “Bingo,” say 20 “Another thing ... “ 21 Aired 22 Recurring TikTok post 23 Mauna __ 24 Antipasto choice 26 Wine sale units 29 Vacation spot in the Adirondacks 33 Shaq’s alma mater 34 Meadow 35 Muppeteer Jerry 36 Cash provider 37 Opportunity for success, or what 17-, 29-,
45-, and 61-Across each have 40 Large container 41 Polite refusal 43 Nobel winner Hammarskjöld 44 Gloves, gowns, and goggles in the ER 45 Joins the table 48 Fabled hare, e.g. 50 “Star Wars” heroes 51 Andrew Lloyd Webber title 52 Actress Watson 55 Green hotel opening? 56 Chinese American fashion icon 60 Director Ang 61 Changing price 63 Yield to gravity 64 Latin for “actually existing” 65 “A Delicate Balance” playwright 66 GPS guess 67 Will of “Blue Bloods” 68 Set a security system again
Down 1 Div. of Labor 2 Played dreidel 3 Castle makeup 4 Output opposite 5 Ostracizes 6 Bambi still, e.g. 7 Winter hiker’s coat 8 Irish brew 9 “You always tell me what to do!” 10 Jargon suffix 11 Pitch, in cricket 12 Snap, Crackle, and Pop, e.g. 13 Performed an aria 15 Before today 18 SIGINT org. 22 Baroque instrument 24 Bygone Swedish carmaker 25 Mouselike 26 Trolley sound 27 Fur tycoon 28 __ cum laude 29 Pants part 30 Attendance records?
31 Rant and rave 32 [Run program] 34 Legumes from the Andes 37 Possible litmus test result 38 Nutritional stds. 39 Snack 42 Syllables for a stage magician 46 Like some alter egos 47 Plaza Hotel girl 48 Straight 49 Seer 51 Bowen Yang’s show, for short 52 “Can I get you anything __?” 53 24-Across, for one 54 Über relative 56 Only pres. to hold a patent 57 Japanese noodle 58 Password keeper 59 Agenda listing 61 Fight (for) 62 Jack or jenny
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OMARR’S ASTROLOGICAL FOR THE WEEK OF AUGUST 8 - 14 BY JERALDINE SAUNDERS FORECAST ARIES (March 21-April 19): Tomor-
row’s Universal Day Score climbs back into sunshine, postpone what you can until then, below-zero days offer little support or traction. Emotions could be all over the place for a couple of days. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You may have things coming up to handle that you’d rather not deal with. If it’s worldly matter, postpone until tomorrow or after if possible. If it’s internal, self-work could be perfect for today. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): When you can choose, follow the wise one over the fool. Intense or intrusive thinking could arise today but it’s a poor day for messaging. Put a pin in anything worth sharing for at least one day. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Money can grow in the background but today is not the day to make any financial moves or decisions, or any kind of big purchase. When you find inspiration worth following, it can open new doors in your mind. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Don’t get involved in a financial or other dispute today, there’s not enough coherence and too much is unbalanced to make for a satisfactory resolution. Offer help and support where needed. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): It’s an outstanding period for personal self-work, much progress could be made quickly in the next few weeks. As you unweight your inner world, every day is lighter, freer, and more successful. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): A friend or a
group could feel heavier or more demanding than usual, but friendship is also a portal for growth for you now. Don’t over-isolate, next week’s days are ascending in their energies. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Don’t push. Anyone or anything. While you might feel that a nudge is needed, it might come out as a shove — below zero stars can muddy actions and almost always create poorer than expected outcomes. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): If they want to know, they’ll let you know. Today could be a day to stay in your lane and not try to dump your ideas on someone who didn’t ask. A little freedom today could juice your upcoming week.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19):
Don’t buy anything big today, poor service and poor longevity are what below-zero stars on a purchase date often bring. Negative days are also nightmare days for any kind of installation. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): A partner could be under pressure or could put you under pressure. Navigate as best you can, part of this energy shifts by tomorrow, and Universal stars move back above the zero line which should also help. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Money and what you value could trigger some ups and downs for a couple of days. Tomorrow is at least a better Universal day, but it could be into a third day before this pattern shifts. Let it pass before you take action.
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GRILLED MIDDLE EASTERN FLANK STEAK IS AN EASY SUMMER DISH Diane Rossen Worthington
GRILLED MIDDLE EASTERN FLANK STEAK
Serves 4 to 6 1 (2-pound) flank steak For the marinade: 1 cup red wine like merlot or zinfandel 3 medium garlic cloves, minced 3 tablespoons olive oil 3 tablespoons fresh orange juice 1 teaspoon orange zest 1 teaspoon soy sauce 1 teaspoon zaatar 1/2 teaspoon sumac 1 / 4 tea s p o o n b l a c k o r A l e p p o ground pepper 2 teaspoons honey Salt 1 small onion, thinly sliced 1. Combine all the marinade ingredients in a medium mixing bowl
and whisk until well combined. Add the sliced onion. Taste for seasoning. 2. Flatten out the flank steak using the bottom of a heavy pot and place in a large, shallow, nonaluminum dish or plastic bag. Pour the marinade over and marinate 2 to 24 hours in the refrigerator, covered. Turn occasionally. 3. Prepare the barbecue or grill pan for medium- high-heat grilling. Remove the steak from the marinade along with the onion and grill 3 inches from the flame, 5 to 7 minutes per side for medium rare, depending upon its thickness. Remember as the steak rests it will go up 5 degrees in temperature. 4. Place on a carving platter and let rest for 10 minutes. Thinly slice the steak on the diagonal and against the grain. Serve immediately.
(Diane Rossen Worthington is an authority on new American cooking. She is the author of 18 cookbooks, including “Seriously Simple Parties,” and a James Beard Award-winning radio show host. You can contact her at www.seriouslysimple.com.) ©2026 Diane Rossen Worthington. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.
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