Toms River Times

American Legion Celebrates New Facility With Huge Picnic

By Jo Ann La Russo — 07/02/2008

Members of the American Legion Post 129 of Toms River know how to party. One thousand grilled hamburgers, hot dogs, sausages and pieces of chicken befitted the grand opening picnic of a $2 million facility located at the 2025 Church Road

Residents Decry Proposal To Nearly Double Water Rates

By Jo Ann La Russo — 07/02/2008

Toms River Fire Chief John F. Lightbody, Council President Gregory McGuckin and attorneys for the Toms River district's two fire companies made impassioned pleas before Administrative Law Judge Walter M. Braswell and representatives of United Water of Toms River last week.

Plan Calls For Sweeping Upgrades To Township Parks

By Jo Ann La Russo — 07/02/2008

A master plan for the township's parks and recreation has been submitted to the Township Council. The plan, which was developed by the Recreation Advisory Committee, comes with recommendations for multipurpose indoor facilities for year-round recreational activities, improvements to township parks and beaches, two proposed themed parks,

Water Hook-up Amendments Expected In Two Weeks

07/02/2008

TOMS RIVER - Changes to the ordinance mandating water hookups for residents in Shelter Cove, Windsor Park and Bayshore are expected to be presented to the public in two weeks. But some residents say the amendments don't go far enough.

Runners Hit The Pavement For A Good Cause

By Jo Ann La Russo — 07/02/2008

The 10th Annual Pine Beach Municipal Alliance 5K and One-Mile Riverside Run held last week at Vista Park brought out thousands of runners eager to participate in the event, held to promote awareness of the dangers of drug and alcohol abuse.

Ocean County Superior Court Seeks Juvenile Conference Committee Volunteers

07/02/2008

OCEAN COUNTY - The Ocean County Superior Court is seeking volunteers to join the Juvenile Conference Committee (JCC) for its Manahawkin, Barnegat, Berkeley, Toms River, Lacey and Little Egg Harbor committees.

Join The Cause For Paws 5K Run And Fun Walk

07/02/2008

OCEAN COUNTY - The Ocean Pet Caring Foundation invites all runners and pet lovers to join the fun at the Third Annual Cause for Paws 5K Run and Fun Walk on July 27 at Winding River Park. Through this event, the Ocean Pet Caring Foundation (OPCF) raises awareness for local animals in need of veterinary care as well as raise funds to help care for them.

Ocean County Announces Awareness Programs For Disaster Preparations

07/02/2008

OCEAN COUNTY - The Ocean County Sheriff's Department and New Jersey State Police Offices of Emergency Management are teaming up with local emergency management offices to hold free public awareness programs in the coming weeks that will focus on emergency and disaster preparations.

OCVTS Students Cook For The Cure

07/02/2008

OCEAN COUNTY - Dressed in pink hats and big smiles, Ocean County Vocational Technical School (OCVTS) students presented a check for $1,000 to the Susan B. Komen for the Cure Foundation. Students from the culinary arts program and the consumer office support services program teamed up to coordinate a week-long cancer awareness campaign at the OCVTS Brick center in May.

Marine Corps League To Hold Meetings

07/02/2008

TOMS RIVER - The Marine Corps League Detachment 796 will hold meetings at 7 p.m. on the first and third Tuesday of the month at the VFW Post 6063, Court House Lane. The third Tuesday of the month is a social gathering. They are looking for a few good Marines to join their league. They are very active in the community. All Marines are welcome.

Freeholders Issue Sun Warning

07/02/2008

OCEAN COUNTY - The official start of summer is here, and Ocean County's beaches are already filled with sun worshippers. But Ocean County Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari warned that too much sun can pose a serious risk to both adults and children.

New Jersey Performing Arts Center Announces Outdoor Music Series

07/02/2008

NEW JERSEY - From jazz, blues, gospel and reggae to beats from Africa, soul/R&B, funk and hip-hop to electronica, salsa and pop/rock, NJPAC's Chase Sounds of the City brings a genre-bending party to the New Jersey Performing Arts Center's Theater Square this summer with 29 bands over nine Thursday evenings and one Friday evening.

Lots For Little Thrift Shoppe Announces News

07/02/2008

LAKEWOOD - With the cost of a gallon of gas skyrocketing and food prices shooting through the roof, most of us are looking for ways to save money. We seem to pay more for less every day, but there is one place where you can still find bargains galore.

Toms River Library Events

07/02/2008

The Toms River Library is located at 101 Washington St., Toms River, NJ 08753. You can contact them at 732-349-6200 or visit them on the Web at www.theoceancountylibrary.org. Adult Programs July 10 and 24, 10:30 a.m.

Ocean County Announces July 4 Events And Reminders

07/02/2008

OCEAN COUNTY - They look like toys wrapped in colorful paper with names like Conehead, Funky Fish and Rambo Kid. But hidden beneath the advertising is a powerful explosive with the ability to injure and burn even the most careful user.

Central Regional's Class Of 1988 Announces Reunion

07/02/2008

TOMS RIVER - Central Regional's Class of 1988 will be holding its 20th reunion on July 12 from 7 to 10 p.m. at McIntyre's Pub, Route 37 East in Toms River. For more information, contact Valerie Reynolds at 732-779-7296.

Interact/Junior Red Cross Club Shows Commitment

07/02/2008

TOMS RIVER - The Interact/Junior Red Cross Club, advised by Mrs. Vicki Hiering and Mrs. Sandy Ellis, is truly a club with lots of heart.

Holiday City Berkeley Chapter Of Deborah Announces News

07/02/2008

BERKELEY - Their chapter meets on the second Friday of the month, and their July 11 meeting will be held at the Holiday City Carefree Clubhouse, 98 Bananier Drive, at 10 a.m. Vice President Joan Knapp has invited Skip's Florist to teach them flower arranging and the care of flowers.

Island Beach Motor Lodge To Hold Annual Lifeguard Tournament

07/02/2008

ISLAND BEACH - Island Beach Motor Lodge has announced that they will be holding their Second Annual Island Beach Motor Lodge Lifeguard Tournament on August 2 at 6 p.m. The tournament will take place on 24th Avenue in South Seaside Park.

Toms River Fire Company Announces Halloween Parade

07/02/2008

TOMS RIVER - The Toms River Fire Company Number 1 committee for this year's Halloween parade is in full swing. The parade will be held on October 31. If anyone has any questions, comments or concerns, please either write to the committee at PO Box 905, Toms River, NJ 08754, or you can e-mail them at trfd25no1@aol.com.

Ocean County Health Department To Hold Spay And Neuter Clinics

07/02/2008

OCEAN COUNTY - Help control unwanted animals by having your pet spayed or neutered. "Each year, animal shelters around the country receive more dogs and cats than can be adopted, which stretch available resources," said Edward Rumen, Ocean County Health Department public information officer.

Cattus Island County Park Announces Summer Programs For Kids

07/02/2008

OCEAN COUNTY - Ocean County Freeholder John C. Bartlett Jr. is pleased to announce the following programs taking place at Cattus Island County Park in Toms River. Freeholder Director John P. Kelly encourages all residents to take advantage of the many enjoyable summer camps for children offered by Cattus Island County Park.

NFPA Provides Grill Fire Safety Tips

07/02/2008

NEW JERSEY - Fire safety is an essential ingredient in any recipe that calls for cooking on an outdoor grill. In 2005, fire departments responded to an estimated 8,300 home fires involving grills, hibachis or barbecues, according to a National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) report. These fires caused $137 million in direct property damage.

Girl Scouts Welcome New Board Members

07/02/2008

OCEAN COUNTY - Delegates to the Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore's first annual meeting unanimously voted to approve two new officers and one new member at large to the organization's board of directors. It also reelected the board's president.

Ocean County Fair Announces Categories For Open Show Contests

07/02/2008

OCEAN COUNTY - Fair officials have announced the categories for the open show contests to be held at this year's Ocean County Fair, which will be held from July 8 to 13 at Robert J. Miller Airpark, Route 530, Berkeley Township.

Downtown Toms River Announces Weekly Farmer's Market

07/02/2008

TOMS RIVER - Summer is here in the Garden State, and crops are sprouting up, signaling the return of Downtown Toms River's weekly farmer's market. The farmer's market will be held rain or shine every Wednesday through October 22 from noon to 6 p.m. in Huddy Park, located at the intersection of Main and Water streets.

Rebuilding Congress

By Lee Hamilton, Indiana University — 07/02/2008

With their promise of new energy on Capitol Hill, congressional elections are always a time for hope. This year's contests will be especially significant, for the nation desperately needs it to right itself. No single issue is the problem; it's Congress itself.

A Really Inconvenient Truth

07/02/2008

It appears that many of my fellow citizens care to ignore the "inconvenient truth" that the real source of rising oil and gas prices stem from our own politicians and the environmental lobby, not "Big Oil." Our politicians refused to face reality and allow American companies to expand our refineries and our ability to drill for oil on our own soil.

Moving Words For All Americans

07/02/2008

At this year's Memorial Day celebrations, just prior to the playing of taps, I read words to this moving and majestic piece known to all Americans. A number of people asked me how they could obtain a copy of these words.

We Welcome Letters To The Editor!

07/02/2008

The Toms River Times welcomes all points of view for publication and provides this page as an open forum for residents to express themselves regarding politics, government, current events and local concerns. We publish all letters unless deemed offensive by the editorial staff, and provided they are signed and include address & phone number for verification.

Blood Center Announces Blood Drive Challenge Winners

07/02/2008

NEW JERSEY - The 2008 Blood Drive Challenge has announced the winners. Juniors and seniors in most Monmouth and Ocean County high schools have been vying to see whose school would donate the most blood from January to the end of the school year, hoping to increase blood supplies and win school or individual prizes.

Where To Get The Best Advice On College Financial Aid

07/02/2008

NEW JERSEY - June means a lot of different things to students across New Jersey. For many, it will mean a well deserved vacation. Seniors, of course, have graduation ceremonies and celebrations. When "school days" are over, parents and college bound students will turn their attention to the final details of fall college enrollment.

Performing Arts Academy Dance Program Earns National Recognition

07/02/2008

OCEAN COUNTY - The Performing Arts Academy of Ocean County Vocational Technical School (OCVTS) has won the Outstanding School/Program Award for Dance Education by the National Dance Education Organization (NDEO).

Congratulations Class of 2008

07/02/2008

Brittany Aballo • Carlos Acosta • Vyacheslav Agarkov • Carmelo Alonso • Melissa Amos • Christina Andriano • Marco Arguello • Adrian Arias • Sandra Arias • Rachel Ascione • Justin Ayres • Nataly Badajoz • Candace J. Baker • Alexandros Bardis • Justin B.

Ciesla, Wolfe And Holzapfel Say GOP Budget Plan Offers Comprehensive Reforms

07/02/2008

NEW JERSEY - Senator Andy Ciesla, Assemblyman Dave Wolfe and Assemblyman Jim Holzapfel said the Senate and Assembly Republican's alternative fiscal plan to Governor Jon Corzine's Fiscal Year 2009 budget proposal is a comprehensive approach designed to make life in New Jersey more affordable for struggling families while holding government more accountable.

From The Desk Of Congressman Jim Saxton:

07/02/2008

NEW JERSEY - Congressman Jim Saxton (NJ-3rd) announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) has approved funds for the Robert J. Miller Airpark in Berkeley Township to continue upgrades of the aircraft apron and parking areas and update its master plan.

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Preparing To See An Attorney About A New Estate Plan

By: Robert C. Shea, Esq. Marc S. Galella, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates — 07/02/2008

You have put it off and put it off as long as you could, but now the day has arrived. It is time to see your attorney about preparing a new will and other documents for your estate plan. As the day draws near, you ask yourself, what should I bring to the meeting? How long will it take? What should I expect? How soon will I be able to actually sign my new documents?

Cool As A Cucumber

By Wolfgang Puck — 07/02/2008

Travel almost anywhere in central Europe, and you'll find that one of the most common side dishes is cucumber salad. Order Wiener schnitzel or fried chicken and along with it will come a bowl of thinly sliced cucumbers tossed with sour cream or vinegar and sugar, plus whole caraway seeds.

JuLy CaLenDar

07/02/2008

3 Ocean County Coin Club is holding their meeting at the Ocean Fire House, Arnold and St. Louis avenues, Point Pleasant Beach. Education and coin auctions take place at the meetings. No charge for admission and everyone is invited. A free coin auction will take place for juniors at 6:45 p.m. For additional information, call 732-255-6911.

My Hearing Aid Stopped Working Again

07/02/2008

If your hearing aid is not working, check the following items: 1. Battery - Put a brand new battery in the hearing aid. Be sure the battery is the right size and is inserted correctly. If you have trouble closing the battery door, the battery is in backwards. Don't save batteries once they have been used, as they tend to get mixed up with the new ones.

Take A Step Toward Healthy Feet

07/02/2008

OCEAN COUNTY - The average person takes anywhere from 8,000 to 10,000 steps a day, which adds up to about 115,000 miles over a lifetime. That's enough to go around the circumference of the Earth four times. Is it really any wonder that so many of us experience sore, achy feet?

Drug-Muggers Zap Zinc

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. — 07/02/2008

QUESTION: I take Nexium for heartburn and enalapril (Vasotec) for blood pressure. I'm losing my hearing and some of my hair. Now I have symptoms of an enlarged prostate so my doctor has prescribed Proscar. Will it interact with the other drugs that I'm already taking? L.A.

Selling In A Buyer's Market

07/02/2008

MONMOUTH COUNTY - Selling a home in a buyer's market requires special considerations. Ellen Kale, president of the Monmouth County Association of REALTORS ®, says, "Homes that are priced realistically are selling. Today's sellers need to understand that there are some things they can do to make their home more appealing to potential buyers.

Prevent Mold And Moisture

07/02/2008

NEW JERSEY - Molds are living organisms that grow in damp places in your home. They stain or discolor surfaces and smell musty. There are hundreds of thousands of different types of mold. Mold can grow almost anywhere: on walls, ceilings, carpets or furniture.

MARY ANGELA "ANGIE" KENNEDY

07/02/2008

Mary Angela "Angie" Kennedy, 94, of Chadwick Beach, Toms River, passed away peacefully June 13 in the arms of her family members. Born in Montclair, she lived in West Orange and in Chadwick Beach. Mrs. Kennedy was a member of various civic and religious organizations. She was a "very" avid bingo player.

WALTER LANGMAACK

07/02/2008

Walter Langmaack, 75, of Greenbriar Woodlands, Toms River, passed away June 2. Born in New York City, he attended CCNY. He served in the Korean War and was a life member of the VFW Post 8885. He worked for American Airlines for 33 years as a comptroller and manager of budgets and cost for the Eastern Division and the Caribbean, retiring in 1987.

EDWARD McGETTIGAN

07/02/2008

Edward McGettigan, 92, of Toms River, died June 2 after a long illness in his home. He was born in County Donegal, Ireland. Like many Europeans, he immigrated to the United States following World War II to achieve a better life and to live the American dream. He lived in Glasgow, Scotland; Atlantic City; Philadelphia and New York.

ALFONSO NANI

07/02/2008

Alfonso Nani, 77, of Toms River, passed June 1 at his home. Born in the Bronx, he lived most of his life in Milton before moving to Toms River in 1979. Mr. Nani was the owner/operator of LaGenie Chalet Restaurant, Milton, for 20 years, retiring in 1996.

PAULINE H. OLIVAR

07/02/2008

Pauline H. Olivar, 81, of Toms River, died June 1 at her daughter's home in Toms River. She was born in Lakewood and was a lifelong resident of Toms River. She was a member of the Dover Senior Center. She enjoyed playing bingo and enjoyed her many trips to Atlantic City.

CLAIRE L. PIDHAJNYJ

07/02/2008

Claire L. Pidhajnyj, 61, of Toms River, died June 13 at home. Mrs. Pidhajnyj was a homemaker. Born in Plainfield, she resided for most of her life in the Bayville section of Berkeley Township before moving to Toms River five years ago.

RAYMOND K. ROSSITER

07/02/2008

Raymond K. Rossiter, 85, of Greenbrier Woodlands, Toms River, passed June 15 at Community Medical Center, Toms River. He was born in Hinghwa, Fukien, China, to Fred and Daisy Rossiter, who were missionaries. They moved to Washington, D.C., in 1937. He later moved to Suffern, NY, and in 1991, to Toms River. Mr.

ARTHUR W. RUSSELL

07/02/2008

Arthur W. Russell, 93, of Toms River, died on June 13 at Community Medical Center in Toms River. He was born in New York City. He lived in Newark, Cliffwood Beach and Hialeah, Fla., and at Bethany Manor in Keyport. Arthur was employed as a supervisor at Tite Flex, Newark.

JOANN "JOE" CATHERINE SAROSY

07/02/2008

Joann "Joe" Catherine Sarosy, 63, of Toms River, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones after a long courageous battle with cancer on June 13 at home. Born and raised in Englewood, she moved to Toms River in 1971. She retired in 2003 from the Toms River Board of Education after more than 20 years of dedicated service.

MARY GRACE SCHERER McCORMICK

07/02/2008

Mary Grace Scherer McCormick, 46, of Toms River, passed away June 8 at home surrounded by her family and friends. Mary Grace was employed by HMS Host for 20 years and she was a 1979 graduate of Elco High School, Myerstown, Pa. Born in Trenton, she has lived in the Toms River area for 18 years.