Loughran Demands Apology From Democrats: Water Tower May House Cell Antennas

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Oct. 7, 2005
Issue 8, Vol. 18
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Loughran demands apology from Democrats

By Brian McGinn POINT PLEASANT BEACH Borough resident Michael Loughran, a former Republican councilman and current candidate for council, is demanding a pubic apology and a widely publicized retraction to the people of Point Pleasant Beach regarding Democratic campaign literature that residents here received in the mail earlier this week. The mailer, which was authorized by the three Democratic candidates for council Councilman Dan DiCorcia and Councilwomen Monica Walsh and Peggy Birdsall Cadigan questioned why Mr. Loughran voted to replace the sidewalk in front of your home with expensive pavers at public expense. In a letter obtained by The Ocean Star and addressed to the three Democratic candidates, Mr. Loughran claims the statement is defamatory and is a personal attack on his character. Your false and defamatory charge that I voted to enrich myself at taxpayer expense by virtue of the pavers being installed on the portion of Bay Avenue that happens to border my home is a blatant lie, Mr. Loughran said in his letter. However, when reached for comment this week, the Democratic candidates said Mr. Loughran may have misinterpreted the question. The Democrats believe that because Mr. Loughrans property at the corner of Forman and Bay avenues is on the edge of the business district, and the sidewalk on the west side of his home was replaced with the new pavers, he should have excluded himself from voting on the matter. The issue isnt with why he voted yes on the project, said Councilwoman Walsh, who along with Councilman DiCorcia voted to approve the street scape project. The issue we have is that he voted on it at all. Councilman DiCorcia agreed. I stand by the question we asked, he said. He should not have voted on that issue. Councilwoman Cadigan, who was not on the council at the time of the vote, said on Thursday that she also agreed that Mr. Loughran should have abstained from voting on an issue that involved his home. All three Democrats said they had no intention of apologizing to Mr. Loughran for the question posed in the recent mailer. You have to be very careful what you vote on when you are on council, Councilwoman Walsh said. I have recused myself many times on much smaller matters. I think he should have recused himself from the vote. Mr. Loughran could not be reached for comment regarding the Democrats clarification of their claim. Councilwoman Walsh also said when she voted for the project she believed the pavers were only going to the end of the sidewalk in front of the Antique Emporium building on Bay Avenue, not all the way to the intersection of Bay and Forman avenues where Mr. Loughran and his family live. I was under the impression that the pavers would not intrude into residential neighborhoods, Councilwoman Walsh said.
Water tower may house cell antennas

By Brian McGinn POINT PLEASANT BEACH A new cellular antenna or tower may be coming to the water tower here, located at the rear of the municipal property on New Jersey Avenue. Keith Goldberg, of T-Mobile, came before the governing body here to briefly discuss the possibility of placing an antenna on that structure. We are looking for additional coverage in Point Pleasant Beach and feel this is a good location, Mr. Goldberg said on Tuesday night. There is an existing structure at the rear of the building [the water tower] that we feel will work well for our needs. Mr. Goldberg said T-Mobile submitted a similar application to the board of adjustment three years ago, but that application was rejected by the board. The denial came before the council adopted an ordinance allowing cellular towers or antennas to be placed in certain areas throughout the town. The zoning ordinance has been amended and these structures are now permitted in the area you are talking about, Councilman Michael DiCicco said. Mr. Goldberg said he was glad to hear the council had amended the zoning ordinance and said T-Mobile would submit a new application for the project. We are anxious to renew our request and get this going again, Mr. Goldberg said.
LAUREN PARKER, The Ocean Star
Councilman John Berko [above, from left], Robert Ryan and the rest of the Bay Head governing body welcomed Ocean County Freeholder John C. Bartlett Jr. to borough hall this week. Freeholder Bartlett came to Bay Head to answer residents questions about how the county spends the money it collects in taxes.
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Freeholder answers questions about taxes

By Andrea Agardy BAY HEAD On Tuesday night, Ocean County Freeholder John C. Bartlett Jr. attended the council meeting here to answer residents questions about how the county uses the millions of dollars it collects each year from taxpayers here. The freeholder came to Bay Head this week after local officials repeatedly found themselves asked to answer questions about how the county was spending the tax dollars it receives from borough residents. Freeholder Bartlett said after speaking to Mayor Arthur Petracco about the questions borough officials were getting he decided to come to town to speak to his constituents directly. I said defending the county budget is our job, Freeholder Bartlett said. Freeholder Bartlett, who is in his ninth term, said he has been the board of chosen freeholders liaison to the budget committee for nearly as long as he has served on the board. He began his presentation on Tuesday night with an overview of the history of the Ocean County budget over the past 15 years and an explanation of how the county assesses taxes. Unlike the borough, which assesses taxes based on the assessed values of properties, Freeholder Bartlett said the county assesses taxes based on the equalized, or true value of each property. The equalized value of a property is determined by the Ocean County Tax Board, which Freeholder Bartlett said he refers to as a state agency since its members are appointed by the governor. In 1990, the freeholder continued, the countys total tax base was approximately $34 billion, when land values started to sink. He said values dipped by roughly 15 percent, and remained at that level for the next 10 years. Between 1990 and 2000, the freeholder said, the countys tax base grew by a meager 5.5 percent, lagging behind inflation, which was up 3 percent, and the population increase, which jumped 17 percent. In order to collect enough in taxes to avoid cutting services, Freeholder Bartlett said the freeholders upped the tax rate to 47 cents per $100 of equalized valuation. To finance capital projects during
See APOLOGY PAGE 20
BRIAN MCGINN, The Ocean Star
The pavers at the corner of Bay and Forman avenues [above] are at the center of a political controversy this week after GOP council candidate Michael Loughran spoke out against a flier sent out by the Democrats. Mr. Loughran, whose home is at the edge of the boroughs business district [top left], said the flier implied that he voted in favor of installing the pavers in front of his home in July 2003 for his own benefit. Mr. Loughran was a sitting councilman when the project was approved.
Spending Quality Time Together

KATHLEEN ESDAILE, The Ocean Star
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Dozens of Point Pleasant students, including Julia [above, left], 6, with her mother Tracey, left the car at home on Wednesday as they took part in International Walk To School Day.
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THE OCEAN STAR, FRIDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2005
Lavallette
Council saves $342,088 by refinancing outstanding bonds

By Brian McGinn During a special meeting of the mayor and council in Lavallette on Wednesday afternoon, the governing body adopted an ordinance to refinance their outstanding bonds. The ordinance will allow the borough to execute the sale of approximately $4.5 million in General Obligation Refunding Bonds that will allow the borough to basically refinance their series 2000 bonds. According to borough officials, this move will allow the borough, and the taxpayers, to save $342,088 in future debt payments. After the introduction of the ordinance two weeks ago, Councilman Walter LaCicero explained how the move is a lot like refinancing a private mortgage at a better interest rate. This is just like refinancing your home mortgage, Councilman Walter LaCicero explained two weeks ago. We have been contacted by several brokerage firms that can offer us better rates on the bonds then we are currently receiving. He explained that over the years the Borough of Lavallette has compounded close to $5 million in outstanding bonds for things like road improvements or the purchase of new equipment. All of these bonds need to be paid back and refinancing them at lower rates will allow the borough to save money. In order for the borough to get state approval to make the transaction they had to show they were going to save at least 3 percent over the current cost. Councilman LaCicero said in the past that Lavallette will actually be saving closer to 5 percent. However, refinancing the bonds do not push back the pay-off date. All of these bonds will be paid back in the year that was originally determined when they were approved. Any savings that is realized through the refinancing of the bonds in Lavallette will be placed back into that years municipal budget. Borough administrator Christopher Parlow said he has estimated that approximately $116,000 may be put back into the 2005 municipal budget as a result of the refinancing of the bonds. Councilwoman Anita Zalom said on Thursday that she was proud of the work done by all involved to get these savings accomplished. Taking advantage of current market conditions, Mr. Parlow, and our Chief Financial Officer, Michelle Burke, called upon the Borough Auditor, Hutchins, Farrell, Meyer & Allison and Borough Bond Counsel Dilworth & Paxson, to effectuate the sale of the bonds, she said. The entire governing body is thankful to those involved for their efforts in making these savings a reality for the borough's taxpayers. The next meeting of the mayor and council in Lavallette will not meet on its normal Monday meeting night because of Columbus Day. The next meeting of the mayor and council will take place on Tuesday, Oct. 11 at 7 p.m.
Working Out
Lavallette Community Calendar

To submit a calendar listing or Lavallette news story, e-mail bmcginn@theoceanstar.com.
Friends Meeting
The Friends of the Upper Shores Branch of the Ocean County Library general meeting will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 12 at 7 p.m. at the library, 112 Jersey City Ave All are welcome to attend. For more information call 732-793-3996. ~
Rummage Sale
The Lavallette Womens First Aid Auxiliary will sponsor a rummage sale at the Lavallette First Aid building on Bay Boulevard and Washington Avenue on Friday, Oct. 14 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 15 from 9 a.m. until noon. There will be something for everyone, clothing, household items, books and other treasures. On Friday, customers may fill a bag for $5 and for $3 on Saturday. All donations for this sale will be accepted on Oct. 13 from 9 a.m. to noon only, no furniture accepted. ~
Recreation programs set

The Lavallette Recreation Program will offer an exercise class, Nice and Easy, on Tuesdays and Fridays from 9 to 10 a.m. The class will be held in the first aid building. Participants are encouraged to work at their own level. A Tai Chi Chih class will also be held in the first aid building on Wednesdays from 10 to 11 a.m. The program promotes balanced energy within the body, which promotes good health and well being. Recreation will also hold an aerobics class on Mondays and Thursdays from 7:30 to 9 a.m. in the first aid building and Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday at 4 p.m. in the first aid building. Each class costs $3 per session, for more information call 732793-3194.
Card Party
The Lavallette Womens First Aid Auxiliary will hold a card party on Monday, Oct. 17 at 12:30 p.m. at the first aid building on Washington Avenue and Bay Boulevard. With a donation of $3, participants can have fun with friends. There will be prizes, dessert and coffee. ~
Pat Gilman [above] worked out as well as instructed at a recent session of the weekly exercise class held at the Lavallette First Aid Building.
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Lavallette
Borough beautification group launches new several new projects

By Brian McGinn The Friends of Lavallette Beautification, along with the beautification committee and a number of other civic organizations, have been busy over the past several months coordinating a number of projects throughout the borough. According to Arleen Maglionico, of Friends of Lavallette Beautification, one of the major projects the group took on this year was to install pavers around the flag pole in Centennial Park. In all, 273 engraved pavers, meant to honor loved ones, were ordered are going to be placed in Centennial Park in the near future. Thanks to everyone that helped, Ms. Maglionico said. And a special thanks to Rosangela and Nick Zaccaria for chairing the project and all their hard work putting all the details together. It was a huge job. But the pavers are not the only project the group is working on. Residents of Lavallette will soon see commemorative benches popping up around the borough. Ten of the new benches complete with a small plaque honoring a friend, family member or civic group are already on display in front of borough hall, the police station and St. Bonaventure Church. According to Ms. Maglionico, these benches can be purchased through the Friends group and donated to the borough to be placed around town. Ms. Maglionico thanked the department of public works for
Photo courtesy of Friends of Lavallette Beautification
Commemorative benches [above] are just one of the projects Friends of Lavallette Beautification has taken on this fall.
assembling and installing the benches. She also thanked Pat Marone for all the work chairing this project. There will be more benches installed soon and residents still have time to order, as this is an ongoing project, Ms. Maglionico said. The Friends are also working on the ongoing pear tree project. As of right now, there are a number of new pear trees planted along Grand Central Avenue, with the planting of more pear trees planned. These pear trees were purchased through the Friends groups by individual residents of Lavallette. Thanks again to the public works department for planting
these pear trees, Ms. Maglionico said. She said there will be five more pear trees planted this fall, this is also an ongoing project. Thanks to Theresa Coleman for all the hard work chairing this project, she said. Ms. Maglionico also thanked Fred and Judy Heim for planting mums at the Welcome to Lavallette sign on Grand Central and the Community sign at Philadelphia Avenue and Bay Boulevard. Mums will also be planted at the Charles Hankins Park sign some time this week. Anyone interested in a bench for Grand Central Avenue or a tree, please contact Arleen Maglionico.
Council still unsure of best way to solve Canada geese problem

By Brian McGinn Like many other Jersey Shore towns, Lavallette has been working for months to resolve the problems posed by the Canada geese that have decided to make the borough their permanent home. It is a problem that each municipality seems to be trying more often than not unsuccessfully to solve. In Lavallette the council tried to get the community involved by establishing a citizens group that authorized participating dog owners to run their dogs on gooseaffected areas of town in an effort to rid the borough of its unwanted feathered friends. During last weeks regular meeting of the mayor and council, Councilman William Zylinski inquired about the progress of the citizens group. Business Administrator Christopher Parlow said since the council established the dog patrol, only one person has signed up to participate in the program. I dont know if the word didnt get out, Mr. Parlow said. He suggested sending a letter to each owner of a licensed dog in Lavallette informing them about the dog patrol and explaining to each owner they can use parks in Lavallette, under certain restrictions. Councilman Robert Lamb whose dog is the only resident currently enrolled in the program said he has seen a difference since he began participating. It is working, Councilman Lamb said. But we have to do it every day and it has to be scheduled and continuous. Councilman Lamb said he believes the council needs to have a permanent plan in place as soon as possible. I think we need to do something, he said. The governing body also discussed addling or the sterilization of goose eggs by spraying egg or shaking them violently to disrupt the embryos development to cut down on the goose population. Borough officials have not yet discussed which method of addling, if any they would employee. According to borough officials, the problem in addling the eggs is the fact that the geese nest on uninhabited off shore islands and
See COUNCIL, page 22
Entertainment books for sale

The Catholic Daughters in Lavallette are selling 2006 Entertainment Books, which can be used immediately. The price is $25 per book this year and all proceeds will be used for the many charities the Catholic Daughters support. For more information or to purchase a copy, please call Sophie at 732793-1821.
Seniors trip scheduled

The Lavallette Seniors are planning a trip to West Point, N.Y. on Oct. 20. The trip will include a tour, deluxe motorcoach, boat ride and luncheon at The Thayer Hotel. For more information and reservations, call Marilyn at 732-793-6136.
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Point Pleasant Beach
Louisiana family takes refuge in Point Pleasant Beach

By Brian McGinn Living along the Louisiana Gulf Coast has provided a good life for Clarence Frazee [Frank to his friends] and his family. Mr. Frazee, a 1947 Point Pleasant Beach High School graduate and former football player, moved out of Point Pleasant Beach in the early 1950s after he was stationed in Louisiana by the Air Force. But Mr. Frazee, 75, along with his wife Gloria, 70, and his daughter, Gloria Ann, 51, are back in Point Pleasant Beach after Hurricane Rita forced them to evacuate their Lake Charles, La. home. We were fortunate with Hurricane Katrina, said Gloria Ann. But Rita hit us almost as a direct hit. But the day before the tragic hurricane hit Lake Charles, another, more personal tragedy hit the Frazees. Gloria Anns father, who suffers from congestive heart failure, diabetes and at the time had a bladder infection, was feeling ill and needed to be taken to a local hospital. By the time we got him to the hospital they were already evacuating the patients, so they basically just treated him and released him, Gloria Ann said. She recalled that when leaving the hospital the highways already looked like gridlock, and it was too late to get out. It was too late to leave town, so we went to my sisters house across town to ride out the storm there, she said. And it was a horrifying experience. Gloria Ann rode out the storm with her mother, her father, her sister, her brother-in-law and two nieces, who are one and four years old. According to Gloria Ann, at around 5 p.m., the winds began to really blow through the area and the families boarded up all the windows and doors. And then the storm hit. Once the winds started blowing around 140 mph it got scary,
Point Beach Community Calendar

To submit a calendar listing or a Point Pleasant Beach news story, e-mail bmcginn@theoceanstar.com.
Rummage Sale
St. Marys By-The-Sea Episcopal Church will hold a rummage sale in Farnsworth Hall on Thursday and Friday, Oct. 6 and Oct. 7 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and on Saturday, Oct. 8 from 8 a.m. to noon. St. Marys Church is located on the corner of Bay and Atlantic avenues in Point Pleasant Beach. On Saturday only, shoppers will be able to buy one bag, filled to capacity, for $2 and get a second bag free. ~
Art Degen [above, from left] Gloria Degen, Frank Frazee, Gloria Frazee, Don McIntyre, Gloria Ann Frazee, Jean McIntyre, Debbie Mangiafico, Beth Kummer, Skyler Kummer and Rich Kummer, were all on hand this week to welcome the Frazees back to Point Pleasant Beach after they were forced to evacuate their home in Lake Charles, La.
Basketball Registration
Point Pleasant Beach Recreation basketball will hold its 2005-2006 registration on Saturday Oct. 8 and Saturday Oct. 15 in the Antrim School cafeteria from noon to 3 p.m. Boys and girls second grade through eighth grade, living in Point Pleasant Beach, Bay Head, Mantoloking and Lavallette are eligible to register. Cost is $50 per player or $80 per family, scholarships are available for families that need assistance. Please contact Bob Santanello at 714-9589 with any questions. ~
Gloria Ann said. The wind pounded us for a good nine hours. She said the wind howled and whistled through the house as debris slammed against the outer walls. It was just wicked, Gloria Ann said. It sounded as if at any moment the house was going to just explode. While the adults rode out the storm and listened to the wind whip around, the two children slept peacefully on a mattress in an interior bathroom. Once it was over, we unboarded the front door and saw the destruction, she said. Trees were down, power lines down everywhere. It was terrifying. Gloria Ann, her mother and her father returned the next morning to their homes in the central part
of Lake Charles and found more devastation. According to Gloria Ann, the area of Lake Charles where they live has an abundance of old Oak trees, all of which had been blown away by the storm. It was hard to even get to our house with all the downed trees and power lines, she said. But amazingly, the trees around us criss-crossed when they fell and missed the house. She said the only major damage from the storm to their home was a broken picture window. However, the family had not escaped the hurricanes wrath yet. Frank Frazees condition was getting worse. Gloria Ann knew she had to get her father to a hospital but when they arrived at the hospital in Lake Charles, she said it was nothing more than a triage unit. Gloria Anns father needed more medical attention than the hospital in Lake Charles could provide, so he was transferred by ambulance to the hospital in Lafayette. However, the ordeal wasnt over yet. When Gloria Ann and her mother arrived at the hospital in Lafayette, they couldnt find her father. We looked and looked and nobody knew where he was, She said. It was frightening. Eventually the two were able to locate Frank. However, more problems were just ahead for Frazees. There wasnt a single vacancy at any of the hotels in Lafayette or the surrounding towns and they had nowhere to stay. Luckily the people at the hospital were nice enough to let us stay in the hospital for the five days my father was there, Gloria Ann said. They were so great. They took very good care of us. The next move for the Frazees
was to get back to the summer home they have kept for years on Gowdy Avenue in Point Pleasant Beach. We could hardly get through using our cell phones to our family here in Point Pleasant [Beach], Gloria Ann said. So they handled everything for us. They were amazing. While their extended family tried to keep it together in Louisiana, Arthur and Gloria Degan set up the trip to Point Pleasant Beach. The Degans set up air travel, rides home from the airport and even had a hot meal waiting for the Frazees when they arrived in Point Pleasant Beach. They have been so wonderful to us, Gloria Ann said. It has just been amazing and we are so happy to be here. Gloria Ann said she has been in contact with a number of people who are still in Louisiana and said many areas still have no power or drinkable water. We have no idea when we will be able to go back, she said. But Im not that anxious to get back there right now. She said she is glad to be back in a place with some normalcy. My dad is getting the health care he needs here and his old friends have been coming by to visit, Gloria Ann said. So right now we arent in any hurry to get back there. Besides, it is beautiful here. Gloria Ann said she and her family will return to Louisiana once it is deemed safe by the local officials in Lake Charles. My job has been good about the entire situation, she said. They told me to take all the time I needed. For now, the family that started in Point Pleasant Beach is going to stay in Point Pleasant Beach.
Roast Beef Dinner

Central United Methodist Church will hold its famous roast beef dinner on Saturday, Oct. 15 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 729 Arnold Ave. Dinners are $10 for adults and $5 for children. Take out dinners are also available. For more information, please call the church office at 732-8923233. ~
Chamber Meeting
The Point Pleasant Beach Chamber of Commerce is holding its general membership meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 19 at 5:30 p.m. at The Wharfside Restaurant, Channel Drive. There is no charge to attend this meeting but please R.S.V.P. at 732-899-8076 or 732899-2424. ~
Open Space Meeting

Friends of Point Pleasant each Open Space will be hosting an open space open house on Saturday, Oct. 22 from 2 to 4 p.m. at 1409 Ocean Front in Point Pleasant Beach. Residents interested in learning about the Open Space Trust Fund referendum on the Nov. 8 ballot are invited to attend. ~
Rosary Pilgrimage
The Annual Rosary Pilgrimage honoring Our Lady of Fatima and the Holy Eucharist will be held on Oct. 29 to the Shrine of the Immaculate Conception and the Franciscan Monastery in Washington. The cost of the trip is $49, which includes the Rosary Procession at the Franciscan Monastery, Investment in the Scapular Consecration to Mary, Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, a tour of Monastery by the Friars, a visit to the Poor Chairs Monastery. Buses will leave St. Peters in Point Pleasant Beach at 6:30 a.m. Reservations can be made at 732899-1785 [after 4 p.m.], 732-8922737 or 732-741-1642. ~
Library association seeks donations to upgrade heat

The Point Pleasant Beach Branch of the Ocean County Library has served Point Pleasant Beach and the surrounding communities for over a century. The staffing, books and most operational expenses are provided by the Ocean County Library. The building is owned and maintained by a nonprofit corporation administered by the Point Pleasant Library Association. It is the responsibility of the library association to maintain and improve the library building without the support of tax dollars. The trustees of the library association have identified a much-needed improvement in the library. The current heating system has failed numerous times during the past few years. On some occasions, the staff has been forced to close the library until repairs could be completed. They estimate that it will cost nearly $20,000 to replace the heating system, and they are turning to the community to ask for support in meeting this cost. Donations to support the cam Provide a Degree of Warmth for our Library campaign would be greatly appreciated by the staff, patrons, and trustees of the library. Please mail checks payable to the Point Pleasant Beach Library Association to the library at 710 McLean Ave., Point Pleasant Beach 08742.
Class of 1965 Reunion

The Point Pleasant Beach High School class of 1965 is planning its 40th reunion for Friday, Nov. 4. The reunion will be celebrated at the Crystal Point on River Road in Point Pleasant. There will be a cocktail hour from 6 to 7 p.m., followed by a full dinner and four hours of dancing to the music of the 1960s. For more information about the reunion, please contact the Class of 65 reunion committee chairperson, Sharyn Exarhos Vadimski, at 732-295-4696.
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District towns to see $1.5 million for road improvement projects

By Brian McGinn Point Pleasant Beach got some good news this week as elected officials from the 10th legislative district announced the dispersal of $1.5 million dollars to be used on roadway improvements. Sen. Andy Ciesla and assemblymen Dave Wolfe and Jim Holzapfel [all R-10] have announced that a dozen municipalities in the 10th legislative district will receive more than $1.5 million for road projects. This funding will help towns throughout the 10th district to complete vital road projects that our residents depend upon, Sen. Ciesla said. The funding, totaling $1,518,000 has been awarded through the fiscal year 2006 Transportation Trust Fund Municipal Aid Formula Program and is meant to help preserve the states existing transportation system through the completion of a $125,00 project on Newark Avenue in Point Pleasant Beach and in Lavallette a $100,000 project on Magee Avenue. Building and maintaining an efficient and reliable transportation system in the district, as well as securing the funding necessary to do so, remains one or our top priorities, Assemblyman Wolfe said. Assemblyman Holzapfel noted that by securing funding for these projects from the state, local property taxpayers will be spared the burden of some or all of the costs associated with the projects. Every dollar that we can bring back to the district from Trenton for local projects is one dollar less that local property taxpayers will have to pay, Assemblyman Holzapfel said. Once again, we have demonstrated the importance of maintaining a solvent Transportation Trust Fund that can help local citizens. In Point Pleasant Beach, the money will be used for the repaving project on Newark Avenue. On Wednesday, Point Pleasant Beach Mayor Thomas Vogel said Newark Avenue is just one of the many streets on the borough's list to be repaved. We are actively seeking grant money and other funding options to make these projects possible, Mayor Vogel said. Certainly this money will be a help. In other news from Tuesday nights council meeting: The governing body introduced an ordinance which, if adopted, will end the practice of offering borough employees longevity raises raises and retirement health benefits. The ordinance proposes that new employees, hired after Nov. 1, will not be eligible for these benefits. The ordinance will only effect non-union employees working for Point Pleasant Borough. A second ordinance introduced Tuesday night will place a time limit on the replacement of trees that have been removed from private property. If adopted, the ordinance will force residents to replace any trees that were removed within 180 days of the issuance of the tree removal permit. The council approved a resolution allowing the Friends of Point Pleasant Beach Open Space to go door-to-door in October spreading the word about the upcoming open space trust fund referendum questions on Novembers ballot [see related story, page six.] The Friends of Point Pleasant Beach Open Space got more good news at Tuesday nights meeting when they found out the borough, through a resolution, waived parking fees on the southern section of Ocean Avenue during the groups Oct. 22 open house in that location. The council approved a resolution donating $5,000 to the Point Pleasant Beach Library Association. The next meeting of the Point Pleasant Beach mayor and council is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 18 at 7:30 p.m.
Giving Back
Antrim School eighth-graders Matt Schaller [above, left] and Kyle Barnes, were just two of the students who took time out of their day to make fleece blankets that will be donated to victims of hurricanes Rita and Katrina.
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Jenkinsons employee arrested after camera records stealing

By Brian McGinn A 26-year-old Jenkinsons Aquarium employee was arrested by the Point Pleasant Beach Police and charged with theft after a month-long investigation into numerous accusations that the woman had stolen roughly $5,200 since May. Christine Ann Haytas, of Cross Street in Lakewood, worked at the front desk at Jenkinsons Aquarium since May and, according to Det. Clint Daniel of the Point Pleasant Beach Police Department, has been stealing money since she began working. Det. Daniel said Ms. Haytas, while selling tickets to the aquarium at the front desk, would at times place the money collected from customers into her pockets instead of the cash register. Police estimate she was able to steal approximately $60 to $100 each shift she worked and had likely stolen approximately $5,200 since May. She was very diligent in the way she stole money, Det. Daniel said. Throughout the day, she would routinely take out the money she had stolen and count it. Attention was drawn to her method after a customer, who saw Ms. Haytas placing his money into her pocket after he paid for his childrens admission, demanded she place the money in the register, which she did. The concerned customer, who police declined to identify, emailed a member of the Jenkinsons staff informing them of the employees conduct. Jenkinsons has a very strict security department that doesnt tolerate this sort of thing at all, Det. Daniel said. So their security department contacted us almost immediately. Det. Daniel, assisted by Det. Patrick Petruzziello, investigated the matter further by watching several archived security tapes. We were able to identify Ms. Haytas as the women on the tape and set-up a surveillance operation on Tuesday afternoon, Det. Daniel said. At approximately 2 p.m. on Tuesday afternoon, dets. Daniel and Petruzziello began their surveillance operation by watching Ms. Haytas work through a surveillance camera hidden in a smoke detector. After observing the women for approximately 15 minutes we observed her stealing money in the manner in which was described to us, Det. Daniel said. At this point, Det. Daniel came forward and arrested the woman for theft. According to Det. Daniel, at the time of her arrest, Ms. Haytas told the officer she was having a bad day. Ms. Haytas told police she was under the impression that the cameras around the Jenkinsons complex were not operational, but, rather, used as a scare technique. Jenkinsons did have suspicions that this woman was stealing, Detective Daniel said, which enabled us to focus our investigation on her from the start. Ms. Haytas was charged with theft, a second-degree crime. She was released on her own recognizance after being processed at Point Pleasant Beach Police Headquarters. A court date has yet to be set.
Getting To Work
Friends look to spread word with a door-to-door walk

By Brian McGinn In an effort to reach every resident of Point Pleasant Beach and tell them about the open space trust fund referendum question on this Novembers ballot, the Friends of Point Pleasant Beach Open Space is organizing a doorto-door information distribution event. To reach voters, Friends is planning a neighbor-to-neighbor effort to distribute information on the referendum during the month of October, said Friends member Jane McCrohan. This is a true non-partisan grass roots effort. It will take a lot of people making a small commitment of time to reach as many voters as possible. Thus far, 25 people have joined the organization and many of them will be distributing flyers or addressing envelopes in an effort to reach voters. Max Gagnon will be coordinating the neighbor-to-neighbor event. The most effective way to answer voter questions and concerns is through personal contact, Mr. Gagnon said. This is democracy at its best, when average citizens reach-out to each other on important, non-partisan issues. But Friends needs more help from local residents. Those interested in volunteering to walk for the door-to-door event are asked to please contact Friends of Point Pleasant Beach Open Space at 732-899-8705. Friends of Point Pleasant Beach Open Space is also hosting an Open House on Oct. 22 from 3 to 4 p.m. at 1409 Oceanfront. Residents are invited to attend and learn more about open space and the open space trust fund referendum. Members of the group claim an open space trust fund will benefit the community. ... Members of Friends feel it is absolutely imperative for the borough to take steps now to preserve and enhance its unique environmental heritage for todays residents as well as future generations, said Denise Lord, Friends of Point Pleasant Beach Open Space co-founder. Establishing an open space trust fund can help the borough achieve these goals because of significantly increasing funding opportunities from government and other agencies. The members of Friends of Point Pleasant Beach Open Space feel the passage of the referendum is critical to the future of Point Pleasant Beach. According to the group, the referendum will provide the financial footing needed for the Beach to balance residents quality of life with development pressures. Another major benefit for passing the referendum is an immediate qualification of Point Pleasant Beach for significantly higher matching grants from the states Green Acres Program for the purchase of water and beachfront properties, historic buildings and underutilized lots. If the open space trust fund is approved, residents will pay a 1cent per $100 of accessed valuation tax.
Amanda Liebenberg [above., left] and Courtney Clement, eighth-graders at G. Harold Antrim Elementary School, spend time last week making blankets to be donated to victims of hurricanes Katrina and Rita.
DPW announces street sweeper schedule

The Department of Public Works [DPW] in Point Pleasant Beach has announced a schedule of street sweeping for the remainder of 2005 and all of 2006. The DPW wants to remind residents from time to time the schedule will be challenged by inclement weather, manpower problems, equipment failure and four-day holiday weekends, such as Thanksgiving and Christmas. The department ensures residents that every effort will be made to stay on schedule including running the sweeper on double shifts during shortened weeks. The schedule for the remainder of 2005 will be as follows: District I is scheduled to be swept during the weeks of Oct. 3, Nov. 7 and Dec. 5. District II is scheduled to be swept during the weeks of Oct. 10, Nov. 14 and Dec. 12 District III is scheduled to be swept during the weeks of Oct. 17, Nov. 21 and Dec. 19. District IV is scheduled to be swept during the weeks of Oct. 24, Nov. 28 and Dec. 28. For 2006, the following schedule will apply: District I is scheduled to be swept during the weeks of Jan. 2, Feb. 6, March 6, April 3, May 1, June 5, July 3, Aug. 7, Sept. 4, Oct. 2, Nov. 6 and Dec. 4. District II is scheduled to be swept during the weeks of Jan. 9, Feb. 13, March 13, April 10, May 8, June 12, July 10, Aug. 14, Sept. 11, Oct. 9, Nov. 13 and Dec. 11. District III is scheduled to be swept during the weeks of Jan. 16, Feb. 20, March 20, April 17, May 15, June 19, July 17, Aug. 21, Sept. 18, Oct. 16, Nov. 20 and Dec. 18. District IV is scheduled to be swept during the weeks of Jan. 23, Feb. 27, March 27, April 24, May 22, June 26, July 24, Aug. 28, Sept. 25, Oct. 23, Nov. 27 and Dec. 25.
Fall festival set for Nov. 19

The Point Pleasant First Aid and Emergency Squad will hold a fall festival vendor event on Saturday, Nov. 19 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 611 Laurel Ave. Vendors are invited to bring their crafts, arts, etc. to the event for a $25 per table charged. For applications, contact Kelley Mickle at 732-295-7967.
Entertainment Books offered

The Point Pleasant Beach Fire Company No. 2 Ladies Auxiliary will be selling 2006 Entertainment Books through Dec. 31. Each book sold will cost $25 and can be delivered locally for free. For more information or to place an order, call 732-899-2237.
Class of 1980 Reunion set

The Point Pleasant Beach High School class of 1980 is searching for missing classmates for its upcoming 25th reunion scheduled for October. For additional information, visit www.classmates.com.
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Point Pleasant Beach A Gentle Breeze
Sixth Annual Dotties House 5K walk/run scheduled for tomorrow

By Brian McGinn The Sixth Annual Dotties House 5K Walk/Run will return to its roots tomorrow when for the first time since the inaugural walk participants will take a walking tour around the Borough of Point Pleasant Beach. Registration for the event is scheduled for 8:30 a.m. at the bandshell in Point Pleasant Beach, located adjacent to the Little Silver Lake parking lot, Ocean and Arnold avenues. The actual 5K walk/run will begin at 10:30 a.m. Participants signing up for the race on the day of the race will be charged $20. Walkers or runners signing up for the race before Saturday will be charged $15. All funds raised through this event will benefit Dotties House, a not-for-profit organization that supports survivors of domestic violence and their children throughout Ocean County. All of our support comes through our fund-raisers, said Carol Wolfe, CEO of Dotties House. We are lucky to get some support through state grants and other funds, but the majority of our money comes from fund-raisers. Ms. Wolfe said she is expecting between 150 and 200 walkers at Saturdays event. Walkers will be provided with a pre-walk snack of potassium-rich bananas to ward off leg cramps and a variety of food afterward. There also will be musical entertainment throughout the day. Ms. Wolfe said prizes also will be given to the first-, second- and third-place runners, as well as the first-place walker. In another effort to raise funds while at the event, Dotties House will be selling its purple Dotties House plastic bracelets for $3 apiece. It isnt just about fund-raising, its about education, Ms. Wolfe said. We want to get the message out about what Dotties House is and how people can identify and prevent domestic abuse. Dotties House, started in 2001 and based in a confidential location in Ocean County, consists of eight two- and three-bedroom apartments where mothers who have been victims of domestic violence and their children are housed for two years. While living at Dotties House, the women are provided with a host of services aimed at easing their path to self-sufficiency, including job training and placement, group counseling, art therapy, parenting classes, financial management, nutrition advice, legal advocacy and day care. Ms. Wolfe said the location of Dotties House is important because Ocean County has one of the highest domestic-violence rates in New Jersey. We are quite unique because we allow the women to stay here for as long as two years, Ms. Wolfe said. There is no other place in the state that allows such a long stay. She said Dotties House allows women to say for two years because the organization feels that is the amount of time needed to make a lasting life change. We want these women to come out emotionally and financially independent, she said. We dont want them to have to rely on an abuser or the government for anything. She said the organization has a very high success rate and even has had former residents become licensed practical nurses and dental assistants. The women who come here are encouraged to start a career, Ms. Wolfe said. We are very happy with our success. Another major aspect of the education provided by Dotties House is talking to young people about domestic violence. Oftentimes domestic violence begins as a teenager and grows over years, Ms. Wolfe said. We want to talk to these young people and educate them about the dangers of this type of behavior. For more information about the Sixth Annual Dotties House 5K Walk/Run, or to register online, please visit www.homes-now.org.
Even though summer has officially ended, the beach in Point Pleasant Beach [above] is still a welcoming place to spend a cool evening.
Point Pleasant Beach considers town calendar

By Brian McGinn Point Pleasant already has one. Lavallette is considering one. And now Point Pleasant Beach soon might issue a town calendar that contains important dates and times of town events. The governing body here heard a presentation by Joe Dowd of Town Planner Inc. during its workshop meeting this week. Mr. Dowds company sells municipalities calendars that contain all dates, times and locations of government meetings, recreation events and garbage and recycling pickups. Mr. Dowd was invited to appear before the council by Councilwoman Peggy Birdsall Cadigan to answer questions about their companys product. According to Mr. Dowd, his company got its start in the late 1980s after the state passed a law requiring towns to notify their citizens of when their recyclables will be collected. This is where we got out start, he said. Producing calendars with the dates of recycling pickups on them. The calendar would cost the borough approximately $25,000 but, according to Mr. Dowd, much of that cost is offset by the revenue the advertising sales would bring in. The only thing the municipality will be responsible for is postage, which would roughly be $350, Mr. Dowd said. However, Councilwoman Birdsall Cadigan said the calendar produced for Point Pleasant Borough paid for itself. This cost the borough nothing because of all the ads they collected, Councilwoman Birdsall Cadigan said. In order to cover the costs, Mr. Dowd said the calendar typically has to cover an area of roughly 7,000 homes. Point Pleasant Beach has approximately 2,500 homes. One solution Mr. Dowd offered to get more homes involved with the calendar was to combine the project with other surrounding towns. Mr. Dowd suggested combining services with Bay Head, Mantoloking, Normandy Beach and possibly Lavallette. The council questioned including Normandy Beach and Lavallette because of the distance from the local area. We will look at doing yours with a minimal of Mantoloking and Bay Head. That will give us over 4,000 households, Mr. Dowd said. That is below our average, but we could get it done. Mr. Dowd said taking advantage of shared services comes down to the visibility of the calendar. If merchants feel they pull customers out of Bay Head, Mantoloking or Lavallette they will go forward, Mr. Dowd said. Another option would be for the town to sell the calendars to citizens rather than give them out for free, an option Mr. Dowd did not advocate. You are more than welcome to sell it, but we are talking about a lot of money up front to get this going, he said. If the council were to decide to purchase the calendar and use advertising to pay for it, Town Planner Inc. would provide the borough with a sales staff to sell the ads. The sales staff would work with the local chamber of commerce to ensure the participation of local chamber members in the calendar. Town Planner Inc. produces two calendars per year. One is the typical 12-month calendar, running from January to December and the newer version runs from September to August. We have just started the September-to-August calendar, but it is doing well, Mr. Dowd said. In terms of lead time, it would be too late for Point Pleasant Beach to order a calendar for this January, but could reserve one of the September-to-August editions of the 2006 calendar. The council also expressed interest in combining calendars with Point Pleasant Borough, since the neighboring towns calendar will expire after this year. I believe in shared services, Councilwoman Birdsall Cadigan said. I can talk to my sister [Point Pleasant Borough Councilwoman Lee Birdsall Sharp] and see if they are interested. One complaint officials had about the calendar was the fact that besides the town-specific events in each month, the picture on the calendar are the same no matter what town it is serving. Point Pleasant Beach Mayor Thomas Vogel suggested reaching out to the Ocean County Vocational School for help. Perhaps they [Vo-Tec] would be able to put something together, Mayor Vogel said. Perhaps partnering with a local organization will benefit something locally. The council members did not make a decision on the calendar and said they will have to discuss it further.
Coast Guard calls off search for missing diver

By Brian McGinn The United States Coast Guard called off its search for a missing diver in the early-morning hours of Tuesday morning because officials said his chances of surviving in the water were unlikely. Chris Fabino, 52, was reported missing to the Coast Guard on Sunday at 11 a.m. after failing to surface from a scuba-diving excursion off the coast here. It is very hard for us to make the decision to call off a search, said Petty Officer Kimberly Smith of the United States Coast Guard. We use a formula to determine how long we think someone can survive in the water. According to Petty Officer Smith, the Coast Guard takes into account the weather, water conditions, what the person was wearing and even their health when determining survivability time. In the case of Mr. Fabino we determined he would be able to survive in the water for 36 hours, Petty Officer Smith said. The 36th hour ran out on Tuesday morning at midnight, prompting the Coast Guard to call off their search. Petty Officer Smith said the Coast Guard doesnt actually close the case but rather suspends it until additional leads are brought forward. The search for the missing diver began Sunday morning at approximately 11 a.m. when Mr. Fabino failed to surface from a dive he was making with a group of approximately 10 divers, roughly 13 miles off the New Jersey coast. The Coast Guard was contacted by the Outlaw, a recreationaldive charter boat home-ported in Point Pleasant, after Mr. Fabino failed to surface. The search for the missing diver began soon after that, covering an area of 625 square nautical miles, which, according to Petty Officer Smith, was a fairly small search area when compared to the average size of an ocean search. Our data buoys indicated little or no current in the search area so it was a fairly small search area, Petty Officer Smith said. But after 36 hours we had not located any leads. Petty Officer Smith said two Coast Guard helicopters from Air Station Atlantic City, the Coast Guard cutters Maki and Ibis, a C130 Hercules aircraft and New Jersey State Police divers all were involved in the search.
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No injuries reported in New York Ave. house fire

By Brian McGinn A quiet Sunday afternoon quickly turned dangerous when a fire broke out at 306 New York Ave. in Point Pleasant Beach. Firefighters were dispatched to the scene at approximately 2:59 p.m. after a call from a neighbor reporting flames and smoke coming from the second floor of the single-family home. According to Point Pleasant Beach tax records, the home is owned by Patrick and Helen Nasdeo. The Nasdeos could not be reached for comment this week. According to Detective Clint Daniel of the Point Pleasant Beach Police Department, the blaze was most likely started while the homeowner was performing home improvements to the house. The Ocean County Fire Marshals Office is still investigating the matter and will not have a final report for several weeks. Right now it does not appear that this was anything but an accident, Detective Daniel said. Deputy Fire Chief Kyle Grace was first to arrive on the scene and confirmed there was a working structure fire with smoke pushing from the second-floor windows and eaves on the west side of the home. Assistant Chief Joe Michigan arrived on the scene shortly after Deputy Chief Grace and assumed command of the firefighting operations. According to fire department officials, crews entered the home and encountered smoke and high
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heat in the side bedroom on the second floor. A scan of the room with a thermal-imaging camera revealed the fire was burning in the area between the secondfloor ceiling and the roof. Once on the ground, engine crews readied a hose line while truck crews worked to open up the ceiling to access the fire, Assistant Chief Michigan said. Crews worked in unison to gain control of the fire quickly and ventilate smoke and heat. Interior crews pulled down sections of the ceiling and insulation to make sure the fire had been contained and did not extend further across the roof. Crews working the fire from outside the building cleared windows and cut a hole in the roof to ventilate the smoke and heat. The fire was extinguished within approximately 15 minutes of crews arriving on scene. No injuries were reported. Our firefighters did a great job of working together to quickly extinguish the fire and control the spread of the flames, Assistant Chief Michigan said. Due to the location of the fire, it took a coordinated effort and teamwork to bring the blaze under control quickly. According to Assistant Chief Michigan, the damage was limited to the general area of the fires origin, with smoke and water damage throughout the west side of the home. In all, 31 firefighters responding with two engines, two ladder trucks and several support vehicles. The fire department operated on the scene for an hour and fifteen minutes. Also responding was a FAST Team from South Wall Fire and Rescue and ambulances from the Point Pleasant First Aid and Emergency Squad.
Ian Cooper [above] has begun a paver project at Ocean Fire Co. No. 2 on Laurel Avenue in Point Pleasant Beach as his Eagle Scout project. Ian is hoping to replace a large area of the sidewalk leading to the fire houses front door with decorative and commemorative pavers.
Local volunteer looking for support in Eagle Scout project

By Brian McGinn Ian Cooper has been a volunteer with the Ocean Fire Co. No. 2 for a few years now, and he is only 17 years old. I started by just coming in and washing the trucks, Ian said. I just always wanted to be around the fire department. But serving as a volunteer firefighter is not the only way Ian gives back to the community. Ian has also been involved with the Boy Scouts since he was five years old. I started as a Tiger Cub and worked my way up, Ian said. He has worked his way all the way up through Troop No. 3 and is currently a candidate for becoming an Eagle Scout. It is a long process, Ian said. You have to do a lot of volunteer work and earn all your merit badges, both required and not required, as well as proving yourself as a leader. Now that Ian has taken all those necessary steps he has just one thing left to do his Eagle Scout project. Each Eagle Scout candidate must undertake a project that will benefit the community he lives in. Ian has decided to sell commemorative and decorative pavers to replace the front sidewalk at the Ocean Fire Co. No. 1 on Laurel Avenue. This is the final stage of becoming an Eagle Scout, but it is also the biggest stage, Ian said. But I am looking forward to the project. Ian is now looking for help from the community to make his Eagle Scout project a success. Anyone interested is able to buy a paver to be placed on the walkway leading into the firehouse for $75 per brick. Monetary donations are also being accepted in lieu of purchasing a paver. Those who do decide to purchase a brick can have up to 13 characters per line on three lines engraved onto the brick. Not every paver will be engraved, a number of regular pavers will surround the engraved bricks. I have already received two very generous cash donations to get the project going, Ian said. And a few guys from the fire department have already ordered their pavers. Ian said some of the firefighters are ordering more than one paver. One for their family and one for the fire department. All of the work needed to break the current concrete sidewalk and install the new pavers will be donated by local companies. We are going to to try and break the ground sometime in November, Ian said. The tentative start date for the paver project is after the fire departments casino night on Nov. 13. Ian said he is trying to coordinate the paver project with the fire companys 100th Anniversary Everyone is trying to help out, Ian said. I have gotten a good response from the community, so now I am just hoping to get the word out and sell some pavers. The project will continue, even after the new paver walkway is installed. In a few months, if someone decides they want to buy a commemorative paver, we can always pull one of the blank ones up and replace it with an engraved one [paver], Ian said. So it is kind of an on-going project. He said while there is no deadline for people to purchase bricks, he is hoping to get a majority of the pavers donated sooner, rather than later. We want to have as many pavers and donations as possible before we start to pull up the old sidewalk, Ian said. So the sooner people get their orders in the better. Anyone interested in helping Ian with his Eagle Scout project can contact him at 732-295-4118 or by e-mail at Rusty5904@aol.com.
Beach police continue to make underage drinking arrests in town

By Brian McGinn In their ongoing quest to rid Point Pleasant Beach of underage drinking, the Point Pleasant Beach Police Department again issued several summons to juvenile drinkers this week. Detective Clint Daniel of the Point Pleasant Beach Police Department reported that seven juveniles were charged with underage possession of alcohol after police were called to 110 Washington Ave. at approximately 11:50 p.m. on Tuesday night after a neighbor called police to report loud screaming coming from the address. Officers Scott Nase, Joe Michigan and Sgt. William Ippolito responded to the call. When officers arrived on the scene, some of the juveniles tried to flee but police were able to control the situation, Detective Daniel said. Upon arriving, it became apparent to the officers they had an underage party taking place on a second floor deck, Detective Daniel said. The detective said all parties in attendance were juveniles who had apparently driven down from their hometowns of Marlboro and Colts Neck and were unsupervised at a parents seasonal home. Even though the homeowners were unaware of the party, Detective Daniel said they are liable for underage drinking that occurs at their home. No charges have been filed against the homeowners, but the investigation is still on-going, Detective Daniel said. Police recovered several 30 packs of Coors Light, cases of Michelob Light and various other alcohol products. This is a perfect example of the type of underage drinking we are targeting in our ongoing battle against underage drinking in Point Pleasant Beach, said Point Pleasant Beach Chief of Police Daniel DePolo. In a related incident, a juvenile from Marlboro who police believe was at the party was arrested on Washington Avenue by Sgt. Ippolito and charged with driving while intoxicated. Last month, local police made several underage drinking arrests in three separate incidents as part of their effort to stop underage drinking.
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Mantoloking
All Mantoloking residents encouraged to join beach sweep

By Erik Weber Mantoloking beaches will be getting a clean sweep when hundreds of volunteers are expected to participate in Clean Ocean Actions 20th Annual Fall Beach Sweeps on Make a Difference Day, Saturday, Oct. 22, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The statewide cleanups will also take place at nearly 50 other sites in Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, Atlantic, and Cape May counties. Sponsored this fall by ShopRite, Verizon and West Marine, the beach sweeps educate citizens about nonpoint source pollution, the leading cause of poor water quality in New Jersey. The Beach Sweeps are unique in that Clean Ocean Action (COA) tracks information about marine debris off the Jersey Shore by collecting data at the cleanups and forwarding the results to the Ocean Conservancy for its international database on marine debris. Mantoloking Borough Councilman John Jones stated that he is looking forward to the beach sweeps. I certainly encourage keeping beaches clean and tracking [the debris], he stated. [The beach sweep volunteers] do a great job. The Beach Sweeps are an excellent opportunity for people to take responsibility for keeping their communities clean, help the environment, and enjoy a day at the beach with hundreds of fellow ocean enthusiasts, said Kari Jermansen, COA Outreach Director. Its an activity thats great for all ages for people to learn about the pollution in our oceans and for them to learn how to become a solution to the pollution, she added. [The beach sweep] is an expected and anticipated event that people look forward to and enjoy. COA invites people of all ages to engage in the fight against ocean pollution by participating in the next cleanup at ocean, lake, river, and bay locations from South Amboy to Cape May. The event is especially popular with and rewarding for students and scouts who also benefit from the event by fulfilling service hours and school projects and making a difference in their communities. Councilman Jones, who is also actively pursuing federal funding for Mantoloking beach replenishment, noted that he hopes local residents become involved in the volunteer operation. We will encourage it at the council meeting on Oct. 17, he stated. We encourage anything to clean and protect the beaches. The thousands of people that volunteer at the sweeps help focus attention on the need for enforcement of laws and education of citizens about this pollution problem, said Cindy Zipf, COAs Executive Director. The data from 20 years of beach sweeps shows that beach litter remains a problem. It is not only unsightly but also deadly to marine life. One of COAs goals is to reduce sources of litter to ultimately bring an end to the need for beach sweeps. If people want to participate [we want to] remind them that it will be rain or shine, said Ms. Jermansen. Volunteers interested in participating in the Fall Beach Sweeps are instructed to bring gloves, dress for the weather (event is rain or shine), and wear sunscreen and hard-soled shoes. Only groups of 15 or more must pre-register by contacting Clean Ocean Action one week in advance. For a list of sites, visit COAs web site at www.cleanoceanaction.org (follow links for Beach Sweeps). Or, for information about sites in Middlesex, Monmouth, and Ocean Counties, call 732-8720111. For sites in South Jersey, call 609-729-9262.
Sticker courtesy of the Mantoloking Police Department
Mantoloking residents can pick upDo Not Knock stickers [above] can be picked up at the police department to prevent door-to-door solicitors from visiting their homes.
Borough police warn residents of solicitors

By Erik Weber Concerned over an incident last week when an unregistered door-to-door solicitor canvassed the southern section of Mantoloking, police are again advising residents not to allow solicitors into their homes. There are solicitors out there you dont know who these people are, said Sgt. Mark Wright of the Mantoloking Police Department. They try scams of all sorts to try and [receive] checks [from residents]. Last year the council approved an ordinance establishing a Do Not Knock list. The list came in response to a growing number of aggressive door-to-door solicitors and the murder of a 77-year-old Dover woman, allegedly by a teenage magazine solicitor she had let into her home. Once the ordinance went into effect, residents were given the option of signing up for the list preventing solicitors from approaching their homes. The ordinance does allow religious groups to canvass the borough. Registered residents alert the solicitors by displaying a borough-approved Do Not Knock sticker near their front doors. Even a stipulation in the ordinance that requires interested solicitors to register with a photo I.D with the borough prior to going door-to-door does not deter some. About a week and a half ago or so we had a girl running around going door to door trying to sell magazine subscriptions, said Sgt. Wright. We checked into it [but] the girl had left the area before we found out. The sergeant warned residents not to write checks to a door-todoor solicitor. They try to scam people by telling them that their neighbors sent them over these people know enough to sneak in [to the borough] when people are home, he said. Theyre supposed to register with the borough, but if theyre not legitimate, then they arent going to register. A lot of times its a scam [but] people give them checks anyway, the sergeant said. [Residents] are going to lose money that way. A message posted to the borough web site by Police Chief Richard C. Ortley gave further information on recent unregistered solicitors. The subjects are in their 20s and say they are trying to get scholarships for school, the message reads. They are also giving false information about names, living in town, et cetera. Call the police A.S.A.P. do not think about it for 20 minutes, said Chief Ortleys message on the web site. We now have a [borough] ordinance in effect that we can enforce please call the police department. Sgt. Wright urged residents to immediately contact the police if they see any solicitors whatsoever. By all means call us, he stated. Sgt. Wright said residents can pick up their Do Not Knock sticker and sign up for the Do Not Knock list at the police station in borough hall.
Mantoloking Police report recent activity

Mantoloking Police Chief Richard C. Ortley reported the following activity for the month of September: On Sept. 3, a rock thrown from an Ocean Avenue residence broke the windshield of a vehicle travelling down Route 35. A juvenile from Clifton was identified as the culprit, and his father agreed to make restitution. Sgt. Robert Faucher investigated. On Sept. 5, Harold Jones, 37, of Neptune, was arrested following a traffic stop for a no bail warrant out of Neptune City for resisting arrest. He was turned over to Neptune City Police by Ptl. Jeff Henba, who made the arrest. On Sept. 7, $300 in cash was reportedly stolen from a vehicle parked on East Avenue while the owner was at the beach. Sgt. Mark Wright responded. On Sept. 10, Angela J. Mongiello, 41, of Eatontown, was charged with drunken driving on Route 35 by Ptl. Bill Shewan. On Sept. 10, Scott M. Bennert, 22, of Seaside Park, was charged with drunken driving on Route 35 by Detective John Barcus. On Sept. 14, Steven P. DeCamp, 35, of Forked River, was arrested following a traffic stop on Route 35 on a child support warrant issued by the Ocean County Sheriffs Department. He was released after posting $620 bail. Sgt. Wright was the arresting officer. On Sept. 17, Elise S. Pinero, 35, of Bayville, was charged with drunken driving after her vehicle left the roadway on Route 35 and struck a utility pole. No injuries were reported, and the pole was severed and had to be replaced. Ptl. Shewan was the arresting officer. On Sept. 27, Jose R. Delavalle, 25, of Brick, was arrested on Barnegat Lane and charged with possession of hypodermic needles. Unable to post bail on a $2,500 warrant out of Edison, the Mr. Delavalle was turned over to Edison Police. Ptl. Henba was the arresting officer. On Sept. 28, Shannon L. Bullock, 22, of Brick, was charged with drunken driving on Route 35 by Ptl. Henba. On Sept. 29, high winds snapped the crossmember on a utility pole and caused power to go out in the entire south end of town for nearly two hours. Police and firefighters handled several calls during that time, as well as traffic control. Lt. Michael Dreher was the investigating officer. During the month of September, officers issued 11 summonses for driving while suspended; nine vehicles were impounded for being unregistered or having no liability insurance; six summonses were issued for drinking in public; and one summons was written for a violation of the soliciting ordinance.
Correction
An article in the Sept. 30 edition of The Ocean Star, stated Mantoloking Council candidate Peter Strohm attended Colombia University. Mr. Strohm attended and graduated from Columbia University Law School in New York City. The Ocean Star regrets this error.
New restrictions on water usage in effect

New water restrictions have come into effect for the Borough of Mantoloking due to a lack of appreciable rain in over 85 days. As a result, the New Jersey American Water Company has informed the borough of such mandatory restrictions as: No watering of existing lawns. Odd/even watering allowed for shrubs, trees and gardens using either a watering can; hose with auto shutoff; drip system, soaker hose or similar equipment for two hours per area; a tree ring or tree bag; or an installed sprinkler for 45 minutes per area. Washing of cars is prohibited except at commercial car washing facilities that employs the use of recycled water. For any questions, residents are urged to call the customer call center at 1-800-652-6987.
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Point Pleasant
Request to zone home as two-family denied by board

By Erik Weber Citing a lack of evidence that it was a pre-existing, non-conforming use, the Point Pleasant Borough Board of Adjustment voted Wednesday night to deny a local residents application to allow his property to be legally zoned a two-family residence. Robert Velardi, of 923 Ocean Road, appeared before the zoning board to request that his property, which he stated was purchased in April of last year under the guise of it being a twofamily residence, be allowed to continue operating as such. I bought it as a two-family residence, and was under the impression that it was a two-family residence, said Mr. Velardi. It was advertised by the Realtor as a two-family residence. The house that sits on the property, Mr. Velardi further contended, is built to house two families. Its got two kitchens, one upstairs and one downstairs, he said. The front entrance leads into [a vestibule] that has entrances for the [two separate] apartments. Describing the interior quarters, Mr. Velardi stated that the upstairs apartment contained a bathroom, kitchen, living room, dining room, three bedrooms and a large attic/storage area. The first floor apartment has two bedrooms, a bathroom and a kitchen, he added. As evidence of the fact that it has been a two-family residence for a long period of time prior to his purchase, Mr. Velardi presented the board with a document from JCP&L showing that the house had been hooked up to dual electric meters since 1965. I have no idea when it was converted, he added. There was a tenant living in the downstairs apartment when I first purchased [the property], and [during that time] I lived upstairs while making [maintenance repairs]. Mr. Velardis application also claimed a hardship, in that he needed the income gained from renting out the property as a twofamily residence in order to support himself. Im on disability, he stated. Im [in the process of] renting out the house as a one family [residence], and I moved in with my mother, in her basement. The property owner claimed that the land was being taxed as a two-family residence, but did not
ERIK WEBER, The Coast Star
Robert Velardis property [above], located at 923 Ocean Road in Point Pleasant, will not be zoned as a two-family residence following the Point Pleasant Board of Adjustments denial Wednesday night.
have the proof to back his statement up. The only evidence I know is that it was presented to me as a two-family [by the Realtor], he
Bikes to be auctioned off by Point Boro PD

By Erik Weber A Point Borough Police auction, featuring over 100 bikes, will allow area residents to purchase a number of unique items when it is held on Saturday, Oct. 22 at 10 a.m. at the Department of Public Works Garage on Albert Clifton Avenue. Announcing the event at Tuesday night's borough council meeting, Councilwoman Lee Birdsall Sharpe reported that she had been told by the police that a number of the bikes were, "like brand new." Interested parties may come out and try to win at auction with the highest bid any of the following items: 124 bicycles 1 empty DeWalt case 2 plastic horses 1 Flotec jet pump 2 vinyl replacement windows 1 case of Penzoil outboard oil 1 portable CD mount 1 pick-up truck super charger bass unit 1 Dunlop golf driver 1 Price tennis racket 3 aluminum baseball bats 2 skateboards 6 backpacks 1 metal hanging rack 2 piece luggage set American Tourister 1 XXL mens leather-type jacket various music CDs various movie CDs
noted. Jay Tierney, of 1124 Rue Ave., commented on the application. I dont ever remember [the property] being a two-family [home], he stated. [And] Ive been a resident for 28 years. The board voiced their opinion on Mr. Velardis application. There is no proof, no tax records or anything to show it was a two-family residence, said board member Stanley Griffin. I dont think this is a preexisting, non-conforming use, contended Vice-Chairman Keith Goetting. I just dont see any particular reason why this should
[be approved]. Board member Fred Bryant agreed but did not entirely fault Mr. Velardi. The real estate [companies] have a responsibility and they cause these problems, he said. Board Chairman Jeff Schroeder weighed in on the application before voting. The proof is not there and there are no compelling reasons to approve it other than Mr. Velardi was [swindled] by the real estate office, he stated. The board unanimously voted to deny the application.
Point Pleasant police report recent activity

Point Pleasant Police Lt. Michael Whittles reported the following activity for the period ending Oct. 5: On Oct. 1, Evelyn Freiermuth, 44, of Bay Head, was arrested and charged with criminal mischief and harassment during domestic violence. Ms. Freiermuth later was released on her own recognizance. Officer James Kavanagh was the arresting officer. On Oct. 3, Derrick Anderson, 40, of Toms River, was arrested at 2000 Riviera Parkway on a $25,000 Lakewood warrant and a $25,000 Ocean County warrant for child support. Mr. Anderson was transferred to the Ocean County Jail. Officer Brad McNally was the arresting officer.
ERIK WEBER, The Ocean Star
The board of adjustment denied an application this week to build townhomes on the lot located at the corner of Bridge and Sunrise avenues [above].
Bridge Avenue townhome plan gets shot down by board members

By Erik Weber The Point Pleasant Board of Adjustment denied developer Kristi Shays application to build six single-family, age-restricted townhomes on Bridge Avenue. The property, located at the intersection of Bridge and Sunrise avenues, is home to the building that once housed Adorable Pets. By knocking the structure down and building townhomes, project engineer Bob Burdick said the new development would help provide a good transition between the single-family residents to the north of the property and the [businesses] on Bridge Avenue. [The development] will include landscaping and a sight triangle [to help make it an] attractive facility, said the engineer. Its a less intense use of the site than what currently exists [and] is less intrusive on the residential area than any conforming commercial facility would be. The townhouse design shows decks coming off the buildings toward Bridge Avenue, with a parking lot behind the property on Sunrise Avenue. The [townhouses] would have a 66 percent impervious lot coverage, [under the] ordinance-permitted 70 percent, added the engineer. Responses from the board members were mixed. People need places to work [and] this is prime property, stated Board Vice Chairman Keith Goetting. Why is this better than a retail [establishment]? There is a value for retail businesses that sell goods and employ people, he continued. I think were losing something here it may not be the right thing for the community as a whole. Chairman Jeff Schroeder disagreed. I think its very healthy to have residential areas in the middle of a commercial area, he stated, referring to a zoning course he had taken. It creates something of a
See PLAN, page 22
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Point Pleasant Gone Fishin
Council denies request to vacate a portion of Grove Street

By Erik Weber In what appears to be the possible final chapter of the Lovelandtown bus depot story, the Point Pleasant Council denied Cent Farrell LLCs application to have the town vacate a 5,410-square-foot portion of Grove Street to the company at Tuesday nights borough council meeting. Residents, who turned out en masse, voiced their concern prior to the councils vote. One question that has not been answered is what Mr. Farrell plans to do with the property [being vacated], asked Larry Darcy, 719 Howe Street. Eric Farrell owns both Cent Farrell LLC and Farrell Transportation. Daniel Popovitch, Mr. Farrells attorney, responded to the question by stating his client did not intend to expand the building that currently sits at the end of Grove Street. Mr. Popovitch listed the benefits the borough has seen since Mr. Farrells company took over the building and surrounding property that was zoned for a pre-existing light manufacturing use. The [original] building and property looked ugly, with overgrown weeds and a rusty barbedwire fence he stated. [Mr. Farrell] has enhanced the building and property has private garbage pickup, and [improved] the fire safety of the building with sprinklers having been installed in various [sections]. Adding to his comments, Mr. Popovitch continued to describe how the borough benefits financially from the maintenance of the light manufacturing property. Lets say that five single-family homes went up, the attorney stated. [If out of those homes] were six to eight school students at the cost of around $8,000 per student per year you can imagine [the cost] where now you have a [commercial use]. A surprise to those in attendance was the announcement by Mr. Popovitch that Mr. Farrell would be willing to donate $10,000 to the borough if the council agreed to vacate the section of the street. Sal Marino, of 216 Howe St., countered the offer by stating he would reorganize local residents and raise $10,000 to donate to the town if the council agreed not to vacate the land. However, the day after the meeting Mr. Marino said that he had made the comment about the $10,000 donation in the heat of the moment and does not have any plans to pursue the matter. I hadnt consulted with anyone else at the time, Mr. Marino said. Someone told me, Thats a lot of T-shirts [to sell]. Other residents were concerned that Mr. Farrell, after acquiring the Grove Street property and combining it with the property he already owns, would look to buy neighbors out to expand even further. Art Birdsall, of 723 Howe St., was angered that Mr. Farrells property, grandfathered as a light manufacturing use, would expand. Mr. Farrell is a nice guy, he did a good job of fixing up the property, but that is over its done, he stated. The road is now the issue, and grandfathering is [meant] to whither [the use] away, not add to it. Mr. Popovitch argued that the taxes taken in from the town after the town assessor revaluates the expanded property would be beneficial to the town. The property assessor will assess the enhanced property [versus] the previous property and, unfortunately for Mr. Farrell, [increase] the taxes on the land, he said. I have seen a recurring theme in the council meetings of How do we pay for municipal services? this [land] will offset costs by a substantial amount. Unconvinced residents also had issues with what they saw as Farrell Transportation operating from the site without a final site plan. Mr. Farrell stated in the past that his companys buses are only seen driving to and from the site so employees may pick up their
See VACATION, page 22
Jadaire Rivera [above], 10, from Point Pleasant, caught a large fish off the dock at the Maxson Avenue beach earlier this week.
Fire Safety Fair to be held in Point Oct. 12

The Point Pleasant Borough Fire Department Fire Prevention Unit will be holding its 2005 Fire Safety Fair on Wednesday, Oct. 12 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. in the Nellie Bennett School parking lot located off Riviera Parkway in the borough. During the fair, all Point Pleasant Borough Fire Department apparatus will be on display along with the Point Pleasant Borough and Point Pleasant Beach police departments D.A.R.E. cars. The Point Pleasant Borough Police Department and First Aid Squad will also be in attendance, as will Sparky the Dog, Patches and Pumper. Lots of fire safety giveaways will be available at the event, which is for all ages. Families interested in attending can check out the giant slide and obstacle course, clowns, face painting and balloon artists that will be on hand. Free food and refreshments will be provided. Demonstrations include the Ocean County Fire Marshalls Fire Safety House, the Navy Lakehurst Fire Department Crash Truck and Live Fire Simulator, the National Fire Sprinkler Associations Fire Sprinkler trailer and an electrical demonstration by Bill Stevenson from JCP&L. Highlights of the fair will be the awards ceremony for the 2005 Fire Safety Poster Contest at 8 p.m. and the Fire Prevention Cash 50/50 drawing at 8:45 p.m. A Point Pleasant Cares table will also be at the fair to allow residents help the youngest victims of the recent hurricanes by dropping off a new unwrapped toy to be donated which will then be shuttled from Point Pleasant to the Freehold Raceway Mall on Nov. 26 where they will be loaded onto tractor trailers and driven to Mississippi and Louisiana in time for the holiday season. The Point Pleasant Borough Fire and Police Departments and the First Aid Squad will be collecting the unwrapped toys in conjunction with New Jersey 101.5 FM Radio. For further information, please call Jude Walker at 732-779-8774.
Historical society to meet on Oct. 10

The Point Pleasant Historical Society will holding a Tin Toy Talk and Display during its regular meeting on Monday, Oct. 10 at 7:30 p.m. at the Womans Club, located at 513 St. Louis Ave. in Point Pleasant Beach. The meeting is open to all. Paul Hamelberg, of Brielle, will be on hand to explain the history of tin toys and will display his extensive personal collection. The collection, mostly from the 1930s to the 1950s, includes such rarities as a chicken that lays eggs and the Dog Patch Band from Lil Abner, featuring Daisy Mae with grandpa and grandma dancing around a piano. Mr. Hamelberg became a tin toy collector about a decade ago when he bought a miniature carousel because, I thought it was neat looking, he explained. Those planning to attend are invited to bring their own toys, tin or otherwise, to show off. The Point Pleasant Historical Society can be reached by telephone at 732-892-3091, by e-mail at ppbhist@worldnet.att.net or by mail at Box 1273, Point Pleasant Beach, 08742.
County vision committee to host seminar on Oct. 8

The Ocean County Vision Advisory Committee, Inc. will be holding its fifth Vision Seminar on Saturday, Oct. 8. The seminar will be held in Moose Hall, 706 River Ave. in Point Pleasant, from noon to 4 p.m. New vision technology will be on display while free eye exams will be given and the Ocean County Sheriffs Department holds its I.D. program. To arrange free transportation, please call 732-295-7772 or email ocvac@att.net. For more information, please visit www.ocvac.org.
Gift auction, fashion show scheduled

The Lady Guard Auxiliary of Point Pleasant will be holding its annual gift auction and fashion show on Saturday, Oct. 15 from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. in the Old Guard building at 170 Duchess Lane, Brick. Tickets will be on sale at Lady Guard Auxiliary meetings and on Thursday mornings from 9 to 10 a.m. prior to the meetings. Donations are $6 per person, and refreshments will be included. For more information, please call 732-840-5234.
High school reunion slated

The Point Pleasant Borough High School Class of 1975 will be having its 30-year reunion on Friday, Nov. 4 from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Lobster Shanty in Point Pleasant. For more information, please contact Wendy Maas at 732-2235998 or email at wendymaas@aol.com.
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Point Pleasant
National vision advocate to speak at seminar

By Erik Weber Immediately after discovering her eldest son was born with a rare vision-limiting condition, Dr. Lorraine H. Marchi stepped up and actively worked around-theclock to find a way to bring the field of low vision to the attention of the nation and the world. The result is what is now an internationally recognized nonprofit health agency exclusively dedicated to people with reduced vision. I have a saying to rest is to rust, and I dont plan to rust, said Dr. Marchi, founder and nowCEO of the National Association for Visually Handicapped [NAVH]. No one is blind if they have useable vision. Dr. Marchi will be the guest speaker at the Ocean County Vision Advisory Committees [OCVAC] 5th Vision Seminar this Saturday from 12 to 4 p.m at Moose Hall, located at 706 River Ave. in Point Pleasant. The NAVH, founded in Dr. Marchis hometown of San Francisco in 1954 as the Committee to Aid Visually Handicapped Children, began with an initial goal of creating large print textbooks to assist partially seeing people. No one cared about [students] who didnt need braille, the vision advocate said. At that time, kids were pushed through school, graduating [and then living on] state and federal aid. Dr. Marchi stated that she wanted the nation to know that legally blind did not mean having no vision. The legal definition of blindness is a misnomer, she stated.
Pt. Pleasant Community Calendar

To submit a calendar listing or Point Pleasant news story, e-mail eweber@theoceanstar.com
Hurricane Katrina Fund-Raiser

Local residents are forming a committee to hold a November fund-raiser for the family pets abandoned during the devastation of Hurricane Katrina. All proceeds will be used for rescue, reuniting and neutering of these pets. Anyone interested in helping in this effort please contact Pat Gottschalk at 732-295-3531 or Sharyn Vadimski at 732-2954696. ~
Photo courtesy of Virginia Gurrera, R.N.
Dr. Lorraine Marchi [above, left] sat alongside OCVAC member Betty Gumanow [above, right] as she read from a large print book.
90 percent of people labeled legally blind are legally blind with useable vision their needs are not the same and they dont belong [in the same category] as the blind. The doctor said this misconception inspired her to learn how to use a printing press to produce the large print texts. We became the source of large print titles for libraries, Dr. Marchi stated, listing such titles as Cheaper by the Dozen and Wuthering Heights. [The books] were all made by volunteers way before computers, the doctor added. For the first time, children with partial vision were given textbooks comparable to their normally sighted peers. Soon after helping the young students, Dr. Marchi discovered the majority of those requiring help were not children, but adults especially those 60 and older. There is 65 percent vision impairment found in people 60 and over, she noted. Virginia Gurrera, president of the OCVAC, agreed. Many people dont seek help, they just think, Im old and its normal for me not to see, she said. Theyre not going to doctors and getting the care they should. They need to be encouraged that even though they dont see as well as they did, theres still a lot they can do and still a lot of life they can enjoy, Ms. Gurrera added. They need to know there are other people in the same situation and that they need to reach out vision loss is not the end of the world. According to Dr. Marchi, thats what her organization is all about.
You are not a fourth class citizen because you dont see as well as you used to if a person has motivation theres nothing they cant do, she stated. We hope to give them this motivation. The NAVH east coast headquarters, located in Manhattan, offers such things as a free large print loan library with close to 9000 titles available by mail for free to anyone who makes a request; the ability to recommend a host of prestigious medical vision physicians and optometrists; counselling and help groups; a large selection of materials about vision in english and foreign languages such as spanish, russian and chinese; services provided by a number of ready and willing volunteers dealing with such vision topics as proper nutrition and lighting; and a 600 sq. ft. room filled with, according to Dr. Marchi, all sorts of goodies. Our goal is to educate the general public and professionals who know nothing of the [low vision] field, stated the company founder. When people have reduced vision, if they dont use it theyre going to lose it the brain can forget how to read. Dr. Marchi is most proud of giving people a second chance at life through sight. To see the advantages it has made with children who for the first time can get an education [is amazing], she stated. The vision advocate recalled fondly a high school student from Brooklyn who received large print textbooks in order to learn along with the rest of his class curriculum. The books helped the young man get accepted to college where the NAVH, she said, loaned him a closed-captioned television set in order to help him continue to learn as he went on to college. The result, she said, was inspiring. He was legally blind and was accepted to three medical schools, Dr. Marchi said. He is now a [medical doctor]. As for her own son, Gene, she said he went on to graduate college on the deans list and continue on to become a nurse in a hospital in San Francisco. He does everything but drive a car, the doctor said. But [only because] he doesnt want to. When starting the organization, Dr. Marchi said that she was grate-
ful to have found something unique that no one else was involved in. I found I was able to do something to help people that wasnt already being done, she said. We all owe something [to this world]. I had no idea it was such a big field [when I started out], she continued. Weve accomplished a lot [so far]. Speaking about the future, Dr. Marchi was optimistic. Hopefully there will be many more technological advances made so that people will have an opportunity to live not only comfortable lives in what I call the third stage of adulthood, [age 60 and up], but to know that they can be able to accept and do and use whats available to give them their independence, stated the NAVH founder and CEO. [I hope these advances also help] children [and] young adults born with vision problems at a young age to be able to feel they can succeed and live lives and marry, have kids, et cetera. The reason most people are labeled blind, Dr. Marchi noted, is because people dont understand vision correctly. She hopes that the work she and her non-profit organization performs will help reverse this trend. The big breakthrough is going to be the education of the public, the doctor continued. Most people do not need canes or guide dogs 95 percent of their vision isnt affected. Dr. Marchi added that her organizations doors are open to anyone wishing to speak with them about the field of low vision. Phone us, email us, write us a letter there is help, she said. If anyone knows anyone in their family with a problem dont despair NAVH cares a great deal about the person and his or her success. The doctor commented on her lifes work at the organization. In a sense were saving lives, she added. Its important that we care. For more information beyond attending Saturdays seminar, anyone interested may contact the NAVH by writing to them at NAVH, 22 West 21st Street, New York, N.Y. 10010; calling them at 212-889-3141; or emailing them at navh@navh.org.
Garden Club Seeks Members

The Point Pleasant Garden Club is currently seeking new members. Residents who enjoy gardening or are interesting in becoming a better gardener are encouraged to join. The club meets on the third Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at St. Marys by the Sea Church, located on the corner of Bay and Atlantic avenues in Point Pleasant Beach. For more information, please call 732-295-0903. ~
Entertainment Books
The Ladies Auxiliary of the Point Pleasant Fire Co. 2 will be selling 2006 Entertainment Books to benefit the fire company. The price has been reduced to $25. To order or for more information please call Gail after 6 p.m. at 732-295-0158. ~
Indoor Flea Market

The Womens Club of Point Pleasant will be holding an indoor flea market on Saturday and Sunday Oct. 8 and 9 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 513 St. Louis Ave. in Point Pleasant Beach. Household items, jewelry, books, Christmas items and much more will be featured, and a bake sale will be ongoing. For more information, please call 732-840-0937. ~
AARP Meeting
The AARP Chapter 2920, Point Pleasant, will have its monthly meeting on Monday, Oct. 11 at 1 p.m. in the Old Guard Building on Duchess Lane in Brick. Senior affairs, trips and entertainment will be discussed. Guest speakers may be present. Refreshments will be available. New members are encouraged to join. Any questions please call 732899-8149. ~
Progressive Bridge
Residents interested in an afternoon of bridge can meet at 513 St. Louis Ave., in Point Pleasant Beach on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month at 12:30 p.m. No partner is needed. The 2005 bridge schedule is Oct. 11, Oct. 25, Nov. 8, Nov. 22, Dec. 13 and Dec. 27. Donation is $2 to play. For additional information call 732899-2731. The event is sponsored by the Womans Club of Point Pleasant. ~
Scary Movie Night

The Point Pleasant Recreation Commission will be hosting a scary movie night on Friday, Oct. 14 at dusk at Community Park on Bridge Avenue. The film shown will be Signs. For more information, please call Dorothy at 732-892-5813.
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Point Pleasant
Council votes to create charity trust for humanitarian aid

By Erik Weber A Point Pleasant Borough Charity Fund that would allow the council to collect money for past, present and future charities to aid in such national disasters such as hurricanes Katrina and Rita, was approved Tuesday night at the Point Pleasant Boroughs bi-weekly council meeting. Originally we sought to create a Hurricane Katrina trust, but this would allow the borough to cover all charities, said Mayor Martin Konkas. Mayor Konkas also announced a Point Pleasant Katrina/Rita Benefit Jam that would be held in Point Pleasant Community Park on Bridge Avenue on Saturday, Oct. 15 from noon to 10 p.m. A $10 donation is requested and all proceeds will go to the Point Pleasant Charity Fund to benefit the hurricane relief efforts, the mayor stated. Everyone is invited to bring blankets or folding chairs. Scheduled bands include The Mangos, Billy Hector, No Left Turn, The Mike Dalton Band, Gary Cook and the Cook Books, the Disgruntled Postal Workers, Stir Crazy and Black Mamba. A donation to the charity can also be made by mail to the Point Pleasant Charity, Box 25, Point Pleasant, 08742, added Mayor Konkas, Other news from Tuesday nights meeting included: An ordinance permanently creating a one-way designation for Manetta Drive was approved for introduction. Councilman Tim Ferrie, chairman of the recreation committee, reported that the borough skatepark, currently being constructed on the corner of Rt. 88 and Maplewood Road, is making progress. The skatepark [site] has been completely graded and drained, he stated. Further construction will be made in the coming weeks, Mr. Ferrie added. Chairman of the Water and Sewer Committee, Councilman Shawn McCarthy, announced that repair work being made on the water towers located off of Riviera Parkway is also continuing. The sandblasting within [the tank] is done, he stated. But I must again remind [residents] to mind their water use it has been a relatively dry summer. The councilman in the past has urged residents to curtail their outside water use and limit indoor use to a minimum. One borough resident brought it to the attention of the council that the Point Pleasant Borough Post Office is now open until 7 p.m. on weeknights and until 4:30 p.m. on Saturdays. Councilman Roger Pyrtko, chairman of the public works committee, commented that trash pickup would continue on schedule during next Mondays Columbus Day holiday. The councilman also announced that Tuesday, Oct. 11 would be Ocean Countys Hazardous Waste Day. Anyone with hazardous waste, such as paint cans [and the like] can take it to the drop-off site at the corner of Arnold and Ocean avenues [in Point Pleasant Beach] from 12 to 6 p.m., Councilman Pyrtko stated. The public works chairman also reminded residents that anyone who had not received the town planner calendar may pick one up at borough hall on Bridge Avenue or at the Public Works Department at 730 Albert Clifton Ave. during normal office hours. Referring to an emergency response survey sent out to residents, Councilman Brian McAlindin noted that the Ocean County Sheriffs Office is also holding a similar survey. [The Sheriffs Office survey] is a similar brochure with similar information, he stated, urging residents to fill out and return either survey. They are available in the tax office and can be turned in to the police. The information [provided] will help first responders help those who need it the most if and when we have [an emergency such as] an evacuation, he added. Mayor Konkas also announced that the Ocean County Health Department will recognize Tuesday, Oct. 18 as Pretty in Pink day, a day both men and women are urged to wear something pink in order to recognize and raise awareness of breast cancer. Local Ocean County Branch Libraries will be handing out information for Pretty in Pink day, stated the mayor. Fred Bryant, of 3503 River Ave., approached the council requesting a progress report on what, if anything, had been done to re-acquire and clean up the Osborn Cemetery on River Road. It is heavily overgrown, with some [headstones] still readable, some not, and some vandalized, said Mr. Bryant. The owner, Pamela Hall, was approached and asked if she would like to sell it back to the borough I want to get it back in the borough and [have it] taken care of. Mr. Bryant added that the borough had not sent a summons for the cleanup of the overgrown property, even though a notice of violation had previously been sent. Were waiting for her to come back with what shes asking for to sell the property, stated Point Pleasant Borough Administrator David Maffei. I will contact her again this week. I would just like to see some positive action taken, stated Mr. Bryant. The next borough council meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 18 at 8 p.m. in borough hall on Bridge Avenue.
Participating in the International Walk to School Day, Mike Pausz [above, from left] walked with his two children Rachel, 5, and Jack, 6, to the Nellie Bennett Elementary School this Wednesday.
International Walk to School Day contest winners announced

By Erik Weber Beth Degen-Kummer, a strong proponent of the International Walk to School Day in which Nellie Bennett and Ocean Road elementary schools took part this Wednesday, reported the following winners for the Walk to School Day contests at Tuesday nights Point Pleasant Borough council meeting: Kylah O'Connor, a first grader at Ocean Road Elementary, won a brand new bicycle courtesy of Point Pleasant Bicycle. Kylah guessed the closest number of steps taken by Ocean Road teacher Mrs. Alice Carlucci as being 8,888 during Monday, Oct. 3. The teacher had taken 9,244 steps, with a difference of only 356 steps. Leah Hanrahan, a third grader at Nellie Bennett Elementary, also won a brand new bicycle courtesy of Point Pleasant Bicycle. Leah guessed the closest number of steps taken by Nellie Bennett teacher Mrs. Linda Bottger as being 10,981. The teacher had taken 10,905 steps, with a difference of only 76 steps. Blake Barretta, a first grader at Ocean Road Elementary, won the prize of walking to his school during the International Walk to School Day with Point Pleasant Police Officer Mike Colwell. Jackie Petrillo, a fourth grader at Nellie Bennett Elementary, won the prize of walking to her school during the International Walk to School Day with "Officer Mike." Mrs. Degen-Kummer said that she was very proud of the Point Pleasant Borough Schools participation. "We [were] the only municipality in Ocean and Monmouth counties to participate in the International Walk to School Day," she stated. "Farrell Transportation, Jersey Mike's Subs and Weichert Realty of Point Pleasant Beach all contributed to the purchase of the bikes."
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Bay Head
Boro receives $133K grant for road work

By Andrea Agardy The boroughs effort to improve the flooding problem a Johnson Street intersection got a helping hand from the state last week when the Department of Transportation [DOT] awarded the borough a grant $133,000 grant to fund a portion of the project. Councilman John DeFilippis, chairman of the governing bodys public works committee who submitted the grant application earlier this year, said the award will not become official until the borough receives a confirmation letter from the DOT. However, the borough has been notified informally that its request for funding has been granted. The area in question is at the junction of Johnson, Clayton and Lake, Councilman DeFilippis said. Thats the low spot we have to address. Councilman DeFilippis said the grant will allow the borough to begin the extensive work to alleviate the flooding at the intersection. Although he said he doubts the borough will be able to eliminate the flooding in the low spot entirely, he said once the project is completed, the amount of water standing in the intersection after a storm should be greatly reduced. Councilman DeFilippis said the project will be done in multiple phases over several years,
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Bay Head History

The Bay Head Historical Society will present a slide show and talk on Bay Head history on Saturday, Oct. 15 at 10 a.m. in borough hall. The program, dubbed Bay Head History 101, will include many never-before-seen photographs. The presentation will focus on the events, people and history that have shaped the development of the borough. ~
Councilman John DeFilippis announced this week that the borough has been awarded a $133,000 grant from the Department of Transportation to help cover the costs of a road improvement project to eliminate flooding at the intersection of Johnson Street and Lake and Clayton avenues [above].
Womens GOP Club

The Womens Republican Club of Mantoloking and Bay Head will meet on Thursday, Oct. 20 at noon at Europa South, Point Pleasant Beach. The cost to attend is $20 per person. R.S.V.P. by calling Joan at 732-714-9542 by Monday, Oct. 17. ~
and estimated it could be two or three years before work is entirely completed. The $133,000 DOT grant is the first source of funding secured for the project. The DOT will not cover the entire cost of the improvements however. Councilman DeFilippis
said the overall price tag for the improvements has yet to be determined. What the grant will do, the councilman said, is allow the borough to begin mapping and surveying the area. Any work beyond that point will be depen-
dent upon the weather. He said work involving concrete and macadam is usually not done past November, when temperatures start to drop significantly. The more visible stuff probably wont start until the spring, he said.
Bluegrass Concert & Dinner
Bay Head prepares for annual harvest festival

The 11th annual Harvest Week in Bay Head will offer treats all week, ending with a burst of activity on Saturday, Oct. 8. The third annual craft fair bigger and better than before will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Centennial Park with some of the areas most prominent artisans exhibiting and selling their work. Valerie Vaughn will again be at the gazebo for an interactive fairy tale from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The annual dog walk, originated and sponsored by Curtis Central Mark, will delight pet owners again. Mary Holder Realtors Agencys Bay Head office will lead the pack with Clifford the Big Red Dog, who will pose for pictures with children after the walk back at the Mary Holder office. Registration and lineup for the walk will begin at 12:30 p.m. in Curtis Central Market parking lot lot on Main Avenue. Early registration is possible by stopping by Central Market and filling out a form. Proceeds from the dog walk with benefit the local animal shelter. Anchor & Palette Art Gallery will have a special offer that day of dog portraits by three artists. Pet owners may choose the style they want, just in time for Christmas. Applegates Hardware will offer face painting for children. Participants will also be able to follow the path over the footbridge at Scow Ditch to the crafters booths in Centennial Park and the many activities slated to take place on Bridge Avenue. Both the Bay Head Cheese Shop and Tangerine Boutique will have surprises for their pick a pumpkin game. The Jolly Tar will offer pumpkin painting for children. The W.A.S.P. will offer cookies and cider and refreshments will also be available at Mark, Fore & Strike and Artisans Galleria. Dorcas of Bay Head will be serving lunch, with complimentary pumpkin ice cream, under the awnings and inside its dining room. Therapeutic Touch will offer an enzyme facial mask with any treatment for $10. Walking around town, visitors will have the opportunity to guess the weight of the giant pumpkin and submit their guesses to designated shops on Mount Street and Lake Avenue to win prizes. Visitors can also guess home many pumpkins are in the container at Little Lambs & Ivy, where the right guess will win a $50 coupon. At Shoppers Wharf, the Chocolate Shoppes chocolate fondue fountain will be bubbling, with goodies to choose for dipping. The Pet Iquette will have a free treat and gift waiting for every visitor who brings in their dog. The Garden Party will offer virgin Bloody Marys and the Bay Head Blends will have samples of spiced chai tea. Finally, visitors will be asked to help the judges award the first, second- and third-place prizes in the third annual scarecrow contest by placing their ballots in the ballot boxes posted in borough shops. The contest, sponsored by Manasquan Savings Bank, will also offer cupcake decorating. For more information, call 1800-422-9433 or log onto the Bay Head Business Associations web site, www.bayhead.org. The Harvest Festival is sponsored by the Bay Head Business Association.
After a two-year absence, the Travis Wetzel Band of Kentucky bluegrass musicians will hold a repeat concert at All Saints Church, 500 Lake Ave., Bay Head, on Oct. 23 at 5 p.m. Admission to the concert is $20 per person. Admission to the post-concert supper featuring Jack Daniels-glazed ham, red eye gravy, biscuits, sweet potatoes, cheddar grits, Shaker-style green beans, stewed tomatoes, cole slaw, applesauce with nutmeg, lemon squares and coffee is $10 per person. Mr. Wetzel is one of the five finalists for the International Bluegrass Music Association Competition for the best instrumental record of the year. The award will be presented to the winner on Oct. 27 in the Ryland Auditorium in Nashville. The musicians feature Mr. Wetzel, The Mad Fiddler, who also plays mandolin; Frank Whalen on guitar; Ron Greenstein on bass; and Steve Lutke on banjo. The show will open with New Jersey troubadour, singer and songwriter Pete Chambers. All proceeds from the event will benefit the All Saints Church building fund. ~
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Bay Head
Urner informs residents of restrictions on outdoor water usage

By Andrea Agardy At the Sept. 20 Bay Head Council meeting Councilman James Urner noted that although the summer of 2005 had been a dry one, New Jersey American Water had not deemed it necessary to impose restrictions on water usage. On Tuesday night, the councilman reported the company reversed its position on the issue the day after he made the remark. In addition to a dry summer, Councilman Urner said, the utility has imposed restrictions on outdoor water use in Monmouth and Ocean counties in response to the break of a 24-inch main in Middletown late last month. The mandatory restrictions the company imposed on Sept. 21 prohibit the watering of existing lawns and only allows newly installed sod or seed to be watered for the first 45 days after it is put down and then only between 2 and 9 a.m. and 5 and 8 p.m. The company is permitting the watering of chemically treated lawns during the same times for two days after the chemicals are applied. All lawn watering is limited to 45 minutes per day. Watering of landscaping will be permitted on odd or even days depending on the individual users address, and only with the use of watering cans, a hose with an automatic shutoff, a soaker hose, a tree ring or an installed sprinkler. Sprinklers are permitted to operate for 45 minutes per area and soaker hoses can be used for as long as two hours. The restrictions also prohibit the washing of cars other than by facilities that use recycled water. The water use restrictions will remain in place until further notice. In other news from this weeks council meeting: The council approved an amendment to the boroughs land use ordinance which redefines the terms lot coverage and structure. According to the amendment which was met with no comments or questions from the residence in the audience on Tuesday night the definition of lot coverage now includes decks, provided the deck is attached to the main structure and stands more than 12 inches off the ground. The ordinance now defines a structure as a combination of materials constructed for occupancy or ornamentation either above, on or below the ground. The definition specifically lists decks more than 12 inches tall as a structure. The ordinance also includes a final change, this one regarding uncovered steps leading to the first floor of a structure. According to the ordinance, such steps cannot extend more than 2 feet into a required 6-foot side setback or more than 4 feet into a required 10-yard setback. Councilman Urner, who chairs the councils public services committee said the land use ordinance was amended to clear up cloudy language in its former version. Councilman Urner said residents can expect to see bright green fliers hanging from the doorknobs in the days to come notifying them of when a contractor hired by JCP&L will be working in the neighborhood to trim trees hanging over power lines. The news that the trees will be pruned once again prompted several borough residents to voice concerns about the level of care the tree-trimming service will use. Constance Cardillo asked the council if the contractor hired by the utility will be monitored by anyone working for the borough. She said when the trees were trimmed several years ago, by a different contractor than JCP&L has hired this year, the limbs were cut without any regard to the trees appearance. They did a real butcher job a few years ago, Mrs. Cardillo said. Councilman Urner, who took his seat on the governing body in January, said this is the first year he has personally been involved in the process and said he would look into Mrs. Cardillos request for the tree contractor to be monitored by the borough. Mayor Arthur Petracco took Mrs. Cardillos request one step further and asked the borough clerk to draft a letter to JCP&L advising the company that the borough received many complaints after the last round of tree trimming and asking the company to be more sensitive to the issue this time around. On a related note, Wyndham Drive resident John Paolella told the council that the shrubs planted this spring near the boroughs train yard have died due to a lack of watering. Mayor Petracco said NJ Transit will be conducting a survey to determine how many of the trees and shrubs the company has planted around its property have died, regardless of the cause. I dont know of they [NJ Transit] planted those shrubs, but theyre looking at that entire area because they have a one-year warrantee [on the plants], Mayor Petracco said. In response to a question from resident Beverly Furze, Borough Clerk Patricia Applegate said the public works department will be conducting bulk trash pickups in the borough on Oct. 19, 20 and 21. The council granted a request by the Womens Guild of All Saints Church for a raffle license for an event slated for Nov. 12. The council approved Clean Ocean Actions request to hold its annual Fall Beach Sweeps in the borough on Saturday, Oct. 22. The council gave the Bay Head Business Association the green light to hold its Halloween parade on Sunday, Oct. 30. The council approved the Historical Society of Bay Head, Mantoloking and Lovelandtowns request to use the council chambers on Saturday Oct. 15 from 10 a.m. to noon. The group will use the room to host a program entitled Bay Head History 101. The program is open to the public, free of charge. The next meeting of the Bay Head Mayor and Council will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 18 in borough hall, beginning at 8 p.m.
Historical society to open exhibit on Oct. 8

The Historical Society Museum of Bay Head, Mantoloking, Lovelandtown recently announced the first exhibition of the 2005 Salon Exhibition Series. Marian Schoettle: Photographs and Textiles will open with a reception with the artist in attendance on Saturday, Oct. 8, from noon until 3 p.m. The Historical Society Museum is located on the corner of Bridge and Bay Avenues at the border of Bay Head and Point Pleasant, and the public is invited to attend free of charge. Ms. Schoettle, a self-taught artist, was a sociology major in college, and worked early in her career at the Fabric Workshop in Philadelphia, making fabric objects based on visiting artists conceptions. In 1983, Ms. Schoettle moved to Europe and lived and worked in London, Paris and Amsterdam, where she taught in different art academies, operated a studio and exhibited in museums and galleries. Involved for several years with a collaborative group of Dutch artists called the Tropism Foundation, Ms. Schoettle executed several large-scale installations with sound and camera obscura projections. Ms. Schoettle returned to the United States in 1995 and has since been living and working in the Hudson Valley of upstate New York. Ms. Schoettle is well-known for the line of conceptual clothing that she calls mau,, about which she has written: Of all the structures we fabricate as surroundings for ourselves, including rooms, buildings containing rooms, cities containing buildings, clothing constitutes the primary unit of our built environ-
Photo courtesy of Marian Schoettle
The work [above] of artist Marian Schoettle, including several of the dresses she has designed, will be on display at the Historical Society of Bay Head, Mantoloking and Lovelandtown, starting on Saturday, Oct. 8.
ment. Though often overlooked, it occupies the physical territory between the raw material of our nakedness and everything else. Ms. Schoettles clothing is wearable, while challenging the notion that clothing speaks of the wearers autonomy rather that their relationships with others. The work to be exhibited will include photographic techniques on fabric, interpretive photos of unusual clothing Schoettle has made, and small works. Marian Schoettle: Photographs and Textiles will remain on display at the Museum until Oct. 16. The works on display will be available for purchase, with a third of the sale proceeds benefiting the Historical society museum. The museum is open every Saturday and Sunday from May through October from noon until 2 p.m., and by private appointment and special events. The second exhibition of the
2005 Salon Exhibition Series, John Chickering: At the Shore, will open with a reception with the artist in attendance on Saturday, Dec. 3. For more information: call 732-892-0223.
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Twenty-five Years Ago Point Pleasant Beach Mayor Daniel J. Hennessy announced the imposition of the annual Halloween curfew at Tuesday nights council meeting. The curfew, which will run from Monday, Oct. 20 to Sunday Nov. 2, will apply to all those 18 years of age or under . It will be in effect from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. Senator Edward Kennedy appeared in Point Pleasant Beach Tuesday night to urge voters to support U.S. Representative James J. Howard [D-3rd] and President Carter this November. Ten Years Ago The fire which gutted a home on Bay Isle Drive in Point Pleasant about 5:30 a.m. Monday was caused by faulty wiring and is not considered suspicious, authorities. Members of the Point Pleasant Beach emergency response teams told the borough council Tuesday night they are willing to meet with residents petitioning against the discharging of audible emergency alarms. John H. Jones was appointed this week to the Mantoloking Borough Council to replace former Councilman Richard C. McDonough, who died from heart failure on Sept. 14. One Year Ago Today Although Kenneth M. Berrys trial on charges he assaulted several members of his family during an altercation on Ocean Avenue this summer was scheduled to begin in Point Pleasant Beach last Friday, the trial was postponed after Dr. Berry filed complaints alleging he was assaulted by his family members. On Aug. 5, police here arrested Dr. Berry, 46, of Wellsville, N.Y., and charged him with simple assault after he allegedly attacked four members of his family at, and outside of, the White Sands Oceanfront Resort and Spa. Four Point Pleasant High School students were arrested this week after they took a prank they saw on the television show Jackass to the streets here last weekend. Lt. Larry Williams, of the Point Pleasant Police Department, said four 17-year-old Point Pleasant boys were arrested on Tuesday night and charged with disorderly conduct after they allegedly staged two abductions on Sunday. The life of a man known around the world as a pioneer and legend in rock radio was remembered this week as friends, family and fans mourned the death of disc jockey Scott Muni. Mr. Muni resided in Point Pleasant from 1978 until his death last Wednesday night at the age of 74.
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GET YOUR FACTS STRAIGHT Editor, The Ocean Star: Joe Bilotti and Jack Kennell should get their facts straight before placing ads in The Ocean Star about professional appointments. From July 2003 through July 2005, I was the zoning board of adjustment attorney in Manchester Township. After being sworn in as a councilman in January 2005, I did not seek to be reappointed as zoning board attorney in July 2005 when the board reorganized because of my responsibilities and duties as a councilman. Similarly, John Gelson, municipal chairman of the Democratic organization, did not seek to be reappointed as bond counsel in Manchester in July 2005. His firm served as bond counsel for one year from July 2004 to July 2005. John thought it would be inappropriate to pursue that job in Manchester in light of his leadership position in the Democratic organization. Steve Secare, whom they implied received a job as labor counsel in Point Pleasant Beach as he declined to accept the appointment as labor counsel. Steve has never been paid any professional fees by the borough. If there was an exchange of jobs, why did Steve decline to accept the appointment and why did John and I not seek reappointment? One fact that you will never see advertised by Bilotti and Kennell is that every professional appointment made by this years council resulted in a contract that contained a lower hourly rate or lesser amount than last years corresponding contract. Those savings go right to the towns bottom line and helped us reduce the municipal tax rate in Point Pleasant Beach in 2005. MICHAEL M. DiCICCO, Councilman Central Avenue, Point Pleasant Beach ~ CHARACTER & STRONG MORAL FIBER TOP LIST FOR QUALITIES IN CANDIDATES Editor, The Ocean Star: When it comes to choosing those who represent us on our local governing body, character and strong moral fiber are at the top of my list as qualities I look for in a candidate. Mike Loughran, Bill Ammirata and Jeff Dyer have what Im looking for. These three men not only possess the ability to lead and the desire to serve, they are also three men that I would be proud to have as my elected officials. All have chosen to raise their families in Point Pleasant Beach which, to me, indicates a desire to preserve those qualities which make our town such a family focused place to live. In these times of mistrust among elected officials at all levels of government and endless examples of poor judgement; Loughran, Ammirata and Dyer offer the voters of our community a breath of fresh air. No doubt, they will hold themselves to a higher standard and will serve our residents in a manner that we would come to expect with dignity, honor and trust. Mike Loughran, Bill Ammirata and Jeff Dyer are undeniably the best choice to lead Point Pleasant Beach as our representatives. RICK NOLTE Philadelphia Avenue, Point Pleasant Beach ~ APPRECIATION EXPRESSED FOR SUPPORT DURING TIME OF SORROW Editor, The Ocean Star: The DePolo/Hanrahan family would like to take this opportunity to express our appreciation and gratitude for all the support and thoughtfulness we received during our time of sorrow. In this difficult time, the support of the community, friends and family was comforting and eased our pain. Thank you. THE FAMILY OF ANTHONY R. DePOLO Philadelphia Avenue, Point Pleasant Beach ~ WALK TO SCHOOL DAY WAS A WONDERFUL FAMILY EVENT Editor, The Ocean Star: On Wednesday, Oct. 5, my family and I had the pleasure of participating in Walk to School Day 2005. It was a wonderful family event. I was pleased to see so many families participating. We were the only town in Ocean County to recognize and participate in this event. As a parent and member of council, I would like to publicly thank Beth Degen-Kummer, and all those who helped her, for her efforts in organizing this event and bringing it to our attention. I would also like to thank her for her diligent and persistent efforts that helped to secure a $50,000 grant from the state Department of Transportation to put in sidewalks along Rue Avenue leading to Ocean Road School. People like Beth and all those who participated in this event are continued examples of what makes the Borough the great community that it is. SHAWN P. McCARTHY, Councilman McLaughlin Avenue, Point Pleasant
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Building green can cut home ownership costs

If youve bought a The State home or Were In rented an apartment By Michele S. Byers in New Executive Director Jersey, you New Jersey Conservation Foundation know that housing costs are high in this state were in! According to the 2003 census, New Jersey is first in the nation in median monthly housing costs for homeowners with mortgages almost $500 more than the national median. We are third in median monthly rental costs. We might not be able to reduce housing costs, but its possible to make homeownership less expensive! What if you could do this and help the environment the one in your house and the one outside? These are the goals of green building and it is slowly catching on in New Jersey. Green building is the practice of designing and constructing structures to minimize adverse impacts on the surrounding environment. It incorporates site design, construction techniques, operation and maintenance procedures and increased utility [energy, water, etc.] efficiency. In 1998, the U.S. Green Building Council [USGBC] created the Leadership in Energy and Environmental
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LETTERS
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DISREGARD FOR THE TRUTH IS DISGRACEFUL Editor, The Ocean Star: Once again the slick political machine of the Point Beach Democrats, headed by former Republican and Independent Republican, John Gelson, has chosen to follow the low road to victory this November. Their latest mailing which arrived in your mailbox earlier this week entitled Ask Mike [you actually may have mistaken it for a CVS flier] is their newest installment of say anything and see what sticks. To Dan, Monica, and Peggy [yes, Peggy, welcome to Point Beach politics], your disregard for the truth brings disgrace to you as individuals as well as a lack of credibility for any cause you actually believe in. In order to get to the heart of my message I must momentarily ignore Points 1 and 2 of the mailer and focus my attention on Point 3 which refers to an apparent sidewalk which was installed in front of my house. I have to believe that you are insinuating that Ive committed a crime based on the wording contained in this piece: As a councilman, why did you vote to replace the sidewalk in front of your home with expensive pavers at public expense? I personally invite anyone to visit my house at 623 Forman Avenue or just drive by to see that there is no new sidewalk in front of my house. The sidewalk in front of my house is the same one that has been there since 1989 when I moved here. You may, however, turn the corner onto Bay Avenue and see part of the downtown revitalization project [for which Councilwoman Walsh claims credit] which included Bay Avenue from Arnold to Forman avenues. I happen to live on the corner of Bay and Forman avenues immediately adjacent to the Antique Emporium. The fact that I live in the shadows of the downtown business district is certainly not my fault and something I need to apologize for. Your attempt to lead the residents of Point Pleasant Beach to believe that Ive committed a criminal act by using public money to improve my property sickens me. I would never sacrifice my character and integrity for the chance to regain my seat on council, however, I must question my opponents motives. Ive spent my entire life becoming who I am today and in one 22-word question on a mailer sent to every resident in this town you try to destroy me, my name and my family. I do believe there is justice in this world. Only time will tell. MICHAEL LOUGHRAN Forman Avenue, Point Pleasant Beach ~ DISTORTED ATTACKS CONCEAL TRUE MOTIVATION Editor, The Ocean Star: It comes as no great surprise to me that I have now joined our Police Chief, present and former Board of Education members and past and present council members on the Vinnie Barella attack list. I am honored, and as one must be with Vinnie, amused. In his now weekly letter to the editor on behalf of Republican candidates, Loughran, Ammirata and Dyer, Mr. Barella, continues his always distorted attacks while he conceals his true motivation known all too well by those of us on his list. Himself. It's a shame that Mr. Barella isnt on the Republican ticket so his views could be shared with more than the readers of his letters. He wanted to be. Three times. Three times in the last four years, Mr. Barella submitted his name to the same Republican Organization he now champions [2002, 2004, 2005], only to be rejected. He also lost a race for a seat on the board of education. Ask board of education members, past and present, why Vinnie appeared at so many of their meetings in past years attacking their character and policies and in his letters to the editor. I'm sure theyd be happy to share their experiences. He has directed his ire to me for the same reason. When The Independent Republican Club was unable to find a candidate to join Mr. Corbally in our primary challenge in 2004 [against the same Regular Republican Organization Vinnie speaks so highly of now] Mr. Barella informed us that he would like to run with Mr. Corbally. Mr. Corbally and I met with Mr. Barella and advised him that Mr. Corbally had decided that he would rather run alone on the ticket than with Mr. Barella. Even though Mike ran alone, and was unsuccessful in his bid at that time, I stand by that decision. While I continue to purchase from Mr. Barella sports memorabilia which he sells [Miracle on Ice the most recent] Vinnie has been unforgiving, and I suspect I now pay full retail. What is truly puzzling about Mr. Barella is that for many, many years he has fancied himself as a crusader against the boardwalk owners. This makes the fund-raiser invitation for the Republican candidates most puzzling, and certainly smacking of hypocrisy by Vinnie. Perhaps, Vinnie could explain his most recent "flip-flop" You can find him, I'm sure, at the fund-raiser for the Republican candidates on Oct. 5 at, as their ad says: Martells on the Boardwalk. JOHN F. GELSON, Democratic Municipal Chairman Orchard Avenue, Point Pleasant Beach [Editors Note: Mr. Barella acknowledged meeting with Mr. Corbally and Mr. Gelson regarding being an Independent Republican Club candidate for their primary challenge in 2004. However, he said the meeting was not held at his request.] ~ NO-KNOCK ORDINANCE INTRODUCTION IS NOT SUBSTANTIVE ENOUGH TO GARNER VOTE Editor, The Ocean Star: I read former Republican Councilman Frank Careys letter endorsing Mike Loughran in last weeks The Ocean Star. I was somewhat surprised that after serving for many years with Mr. Loughran on council, the only accomplishment that Mr. Carey could attribute to Mr. Loughran in his endorsement letter was that Mike introduced the No-Knock Ordinance. I am not real sure why Mr. Carey couldnt come up with something a bit more substantive than this unless thats all he can recall. I suppose Mr. Carey felt it best not to make any reference to Mr. Loughrans voting record on taxes, spending, awarding political patronage positions, or Mikes decision to vote against the Democrats and his fellow Republicans [including Mr. Carey] on the hotel tax which is generating hundreds of thousands of dollars for our town. Did you ever ask him, Mr. Carey, why like you, he did not support the residents on this vote? If all Frank Carey can remember about Mike Loughran after his nine years on council is his role with the no-knock ordinance, then I dont think Im going to vote for him to return to council. ROBERT F. BOCCHINI Philadelphia Avenue, Point Pleasant Beach ~ SUMMER MAGIC HAPPENED IN OCEAN COUNTY Editor, The Ocean Star: This summer 20 New York City children found out just how special summer in the Ocean County area really is. Thanks to the dedication of Fresh Air Fund hosts, volunteers and supporters, these inner-city youngsters spent a fun-filled summer vacation in you community. None of this would be possible without Patricia Stanczewski, your local Fresh Air Find volunteer leader, who works throughout the year to make sure summer magic happens with host families and children. Patricias generosity and commitment is an inspiration to interviewing prospective host families and/or hosting a child. The Fresh Air Fund, an independent, not-for-profit agency, has provided free summer vacations to over 1.7 million New York City children from low-income communities since 1877. For more information on how you can help to continue this wonderful tradition of volunteering, please call Patricia Stanczewski at 732-920-1287 or visit www.fresh air.org. JENNY MORGENTHAU, Executive Director The Fresh Air Fund ~ BEACH REPUBLICAN CANDIDATES ARE FOCUSED ON FAMILY AND COMMUNITY Editor, The Ocean Star:
The Republican candidates for our borough council share a common trait. They are focused on family and community. They have volunteered their time on many committees and boards. They are people of integrity and will do what is best for all the residents of Point Pleasant Beach. When you meet Mike Loughran, Bill Ammirata, and Jeff Dyer you will know why you can put our trust in them. Please take the time to get to know them. They are what is best for the future of our town. JANE GIDDES Harvard Avenue, Point Pleasant Beach ~ ALZHEIMERS ASSOCIATION WALK A HUGE SUCCESS DUE TO SUPPORT OF COMMUNITY Editor, The Ocean Star: I would like to take this opportunity to thank the record number of people who joined the Alzheimer's Association in Point Pleasant Beach on Saturday, Oct. 1 for the 10th Annual Southern Regional Memory Walk. Individuals and families came together on Saturday morning to show their support for family members, friends, and neighbors who are struggling to cope with the challenges of Alzheimer's disease. The hospitality of Point Pleasant Beach, combined with the generosity of our corporate sponsors, volunteers and walkers made this year's event a huge success! Every person who participated in Memory Walk has truly made a difference in the lives of those who are affected by Alzheimer's disease. Their generosity allows us to continue providing services such as our 24-hour, toll-free telephone HelpLine; education and training programs; support groups; and respite care assistance to the 350,000 individuals with Alzheimer's disease and their family caregivers who live in the local communities we serve. Together, we will continue to work toward our vision to someday have "a world with out Alzheimer's disease." PATRICIA LOMBREGLIA, President & CEO Alzheimers Association ~ LOCAL ELECTIONS SHOULD FOCUS ON ISSUES NOT PERSONAL ATTACKS Editor, The Ocean Star: Why must our local elections continue to focus on personal attacks rather than issues? Newspaper ads, letters to the editor, and political fliers continue to focus on negative personal attacks. I respect anyone even willing to run for council in this climate. They all become targets for individuals, groups and political parties.The main goal of the election process seems to be to use personal attacks to tell residents why they should not vote for a candidate. This clearly discourages many other qualified residents from running for office to avoid the smear campaigns. It also tarnishes the image of the town. Were fortunate to live in a beautiful community with wonderful caring people. Why cant our politicians try to mirror that? There are enough issues that interest residents and need to be addressed. Increased sources of revenue, how to lower taxes, summer parking, street flooding, and the looks of the town are just a few. The political parties and candidates should have a defined platform and vision for the town. This is still not the case! Voters should settle for nothing less. More residents need to speak out and to send a clear message to all political parties and candidates to focus on the issues and stop fling the mud. We have a responsibility as residents to avoid apathy and to be more involved. Our election process will continue to deteriorate into a tawdry reality show unless we act as a community to change it by being involved. DAVID CAVAGNARO Parkway, Point Pleasant Beach ~ COUNCIL WAS UNANIMOUS IN APPROVAL OF PAVERS Editor, The Ocean Star: Mike Loughran must really have the Democrats worried. Their latest political distortion is that there is something wrong with the pavers that were installed on Bay Avenue as part of the downtown revitalization. They insinuate that Mike Loughran did something wrong in voting for the pavers because his house is downtown. Dan DiCorcia and Monica Walsh also voted for the project. While Dan and Monica try to take credit for the improvements, they complain that Mike Loughran should have abstained during for the vote. At the council meeting, in typical Monica style, she tried to take credit for the pavers while saying that she did not know what she was voting for when she voted for the Bay Avenue portion. In my view, the pavers are a huge upgrade for the downtown, and it is no wonder that the council was unanimous in its approval for all aspects of the project. I also think that the latest political mudslinging says more about Dan and Monica than it does about Mike Loughran. JOHN JACKSON, Republican Club President Woodland Road, Point Pleasant Beach ~ FESTIVAL OF THE SEA A SUCCESS DUE TO COMMUNITY SUPPORT Editor, The Ocean Star: Saturday, Sept. 17 was a great day for a stroll and a taste of local cuisine.So perfect in fact that about 50,000 people decided to join us here on Arnold Avenue in Point Pleasant Beach for our annual Festival of the Sea. The event ran smoother than ever due to a few lay-out changes and those who made the event happen. A litany of thanks goes to everyone involved from the organizers, to
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Design [LEED] program to establish national standards for green building. As of February 2005, there were 36 LEED-registered projects in New Jersey including three completed projects. The Willow School, a private K-8 school in Gladstone, Somerset County, received the USGBCs Gold Certification. The Willow School design incorporates many of the most fundamental principles of green building and is a great example of building with the environment, instead of in spite of it. First, the school is designed to fit in with the surrounding land and protect and enhance the surrounding forest. Constructed wetlands filter waste water. Most of the building materials are recycled insulation from recycled cotton, a roof mainly from recycled stainless steel, bathroom partitions from recycled plastic bottles, salvaged lumber and trees cut down to make room for the building were recycled as desks! Some materials were chosen for health reasons, like natural-fiber rugs, water-based paints and slate counter tops. They dont produce the new car smell of more commonly used materials.
Energy efficiency is key to green building and the Willow School is no exception. The building collects solar energy and takes advantage of natural sunlight. Rainwater is collected and used to flush toilets. Conventional builders will argue that building green costs more and they are right. A national study of 33 green buildings showed they cost just under 2 percent more, or $3 to $5 per square foot. But, over a 20-year period, the efficiencies of LEED building will return $50 to $70 per square foot in energy and other savings! The Willow School expected its energy costs to be cut in half. New Jersey is considering applying green building standards to new public buildings. And many of the same practices can be applied to home and commercial renovations. Take advantage of these long-term cost savings with the building projects in your future! Check out www.nesea.org and www.usgbc.org/Chapters/newjersey/ for more information on green building! I hope youll contact me at info@njconservation.org, or visit NJCFs web site at www.njconservation.org, for more information about conserving New Jerseys precious land and natural resources.
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County to hold seminars to explain changes in Medicare

The Ocean County Office of Senior Services has scheduled five seminars addressing the new changes to Medicare. Correct information is the most powerful tool that we can arm our senior residents with, said Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari, who serves as chairman of the office of senior services. I encourage our residents to attend these seminars to get a good understanding of the new Medicare prescription program. Dates, times and locations of the seminars are: Oct. 11, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., St. Marys Parish, 747 West Bay Ave., Barnegat. Oct. 11, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., Dover Senior Center, 652 Garfield Ave., Toms River Oct. 18, 10 a.m. to noon, St. Francis Senior Services, 4700 Long Beach Blvd., Brant Beach section of Long Beach Township. Oct. 21, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., Crestwood Village Co-Op Five, 325 Schoolhouse Road, Whiting. Oct. 21, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., Brick Outreach, VFW, 373 Adamston Road, Brick Township. All the seminars are fee and open to the public. For more information, and to register, call the Ocean County Office of Senior Services at 732-929-2091 or 1-877-222-3737. The new Medicare Part D prescription program will begin in January; however enrollment for the plan will be done starting in November and continuing through May 2006. Although individuals cannot pick a plan until November, there is an outreach initiative to identify individuals who may be eligible for a federal subsidy to pay the premiums, deductibles and co-payments, said D. Jane Maloney, director of the Ocean County Office of Senior Services. As part of that outreach, many of our seniors who qualify for Medicare Part D have been receiving letters from a host of agencies, including Social Security and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Ms. Maloney added that the office of senior services is working with al of its providers to raise the awareness of both older adults and their caregivers regarding the importance of understanding this new benefit. We are especially busy trying to education Ocean Countys Medicare enrollees regarding the new Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit Part D, Freeholder Vicari said. The program is complex and we want to make certain that all Medicare enrollees are able to access this important benefit if needed.
Pumpkins & munchkins set

The Point Pleasant Recreation Commission will be hosting a Pumpkins and Munchkins program on Saturday, Oct. 15 at 10 a.m. in Community Park on Bridge Avenue. The program, held for 3- to 5year-olds, will include games and stories for children to participate in. Materials for pumpkin decoration will also be provided. The cost is $7 per child, and parents are required to stay with their children during the program. For more information and to sign up, please call 732-8925813.
Tim Andras [above], 2, from Point Pleasant, enjoyed the playground slide at Maxson Avenue Beach earlier this week.
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Veterans leaders meet to honor war Iraqi war hero

Veterans leaders from three states gathered in Ocean County on Friday morning to learn about the latest improvements in veterans services from an undersecretary from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs [VA]. The crowd of more than 100 also rose to their feet to honor Army Staff Sgt. Coren McGee, of Virginia, who was wounded by a sniper in Iraq and is now assigned to the VA. I want everyone to join me and welcome this true hero to Ocean County, said Freeholder Gerry P. Little, who introduced Staff Sgt. McGee. Also on hand to address the meeting of the New Jersey Association of County Veterans Service Officers was Bill MacLemore, undersecretary of inter-governmental affairs for the VA. Its a pleasure to be in Ocean County, home of so many veterans, Undersecretary MacLemore told the crowd, which included officials from Pennsylvania, Delaware and all of New Jerseys 21 counties. Undersecretary MacLemore assured the crowd that the VA is responding to the medical needs of veterans faster than ever. I ask you, has the waiting list at our clinics and hospitals decreased, he asked. The question was answered with a resounding yes from most of the people in the audience. Yet, Undersecretary MacLemore agreed that more still needs to be done to address the thousands of outstanding VA claims that remain. A former county veterans service officer from the state of Texas, Undersecretary MacLemore said he has a new view of the bureaucracy that handles veterans claims. Its a lot different looking down that it was looking up, he said. There are an awful lot of brilliant people in Washington, but sometimes theres a far cry between whats intended and what is actually accomplished. Undersecretary MacLemore said a new and expanding electronic medical records system already proved its worth in handling patients relocated following the hurricanes that battered the Gulf Coast. Within 12 hours we had patients records from New Orleans available in Houston hospitals, he said. Freeholder Little said it was a pleasure to welcome Undersecretary MacLemore to Ocean County. The undersecretary agrees with the board of chosen freeholders that we must be very mindful of our veterans, the freeholder said. They laid their lives on the line to protect our nation. Now its our turn to make sure they receive all the benefits and care they so richly deserve.
Take the lighthouse challenge Oct. 15, 16

For those looking for something to do that the entire family can enjoy, Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari suggests taking the New Jersey Lighthouse Society Weekend Challenge. The sixth annual event will be held Oct. 15 and 16. The 11 land-based lighthouses form a convenient J shape, starting in Sandy Hook and ending in Paulsboro along the Delaware River. New Jerseys challenge is particularly attractive because the state is compact, and for the most part, there is relatively little backtracking. Oceans, bays and rivers offer a variety of views including the bonus of New York and Philadelphia skylines. Parking is conveniently close to the lighthouses and free. The facilities are varied, ranging from actual lighthouses, such to towers and rear ranges. A free memento is given to each lighthouse visitor. While the lighthouses can be climbed, it is not necessary to do so to receive the event souvenir. What makes the day enjoyable for the entire family, Freeholder Vicari said, is that, while all of the lighthouses can be climbed at the visitors option for those who chose not to do so, there usually is a museum or exhibit to visit. We are proud that two of our lighthouses participate in the annual event Barnegat Lighthouse and Tuckers Island Lighthouse. Those who are able to visit all the lighthouses and produce their souvenirs at their final destination become members of the 11 Points of Light Club. The venues vary, but along the way there are authors, painters and artisans participating who also have a love affair with these romantic and historic beacons. Freeholder Vicari said, Children will enjoy the stop at Barnegat Lighthouse or Tuckerton Seaport where the freeholders have provided a free coloring page of the Ocean County's two lighthouses. The lighthouses are at Sandy Hook, Highlands, Sea Girt, Barnegat Light, Tuckerton, Absecon, North Wildwood, Cape May, Maurice River Township, Pennsville and Paulsboro. While the challenge can be done in one day, the visitor will need to rush and will have no time to visit museums, tarry at special venues or climb the lighthouses. New Jersey was the first to have a lighthouse challenge. The volunteers have helped Long Island and Maryland groups organize similar events. The volunteers from the New Jersey Lighthouse Society who coordinate this event are amazing, Freeholder Vicari said. The lighthouses are owned in a variety of ways and some only are open a few days a year. To get them all open at the same time and to staff them with lighthouse volunteers is a monumental undertaking. A colorful brochure featuring photographs of all the lighthouses and directions at the County Connection in the Ocean County Mall or on the Internet at www.njlhs.burlco.org.
Celebrating Italian-American Heritage
Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari [above, left] and Ocean County Library Director Elaine McConnell stood before the Italian-American Heritage exhibit in the Toms River Branch of the Ocean County Library. The exhibit celebrates Italian Heritage month and will be on display throughout October. Themes include "Coming to America - the Story of Italian Immigration," famous Italians and Italian-Americans, and Italian food, music, culture and history as told through the library's books, videos and CDs. Freeholder Vicari is the first ItalianAmerican to be elected to the board of chosen freeholders.
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St. Peter School to host quilt show, sale

Many a stitch made over time will be on display at the Harvest of Quilts 10th annual show and sale presented by the Jersey Shore Quilters at St. Peters School auditorium in Point Pleasant Beach on Oct. 8 and 9. The show runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, admission is $5. Dozens of pieces some large enough to cover a California King, others sized to cover dolls beds will grace the walls of the auditorium. For some quilters, its all about colors and design, other are inspired by concepts or the desire to create a unique gift for a loved one. The quilts of nationally known local quilter Jessie Cantrell, who creates some of her most delicate pieces for members, will be on display at the show. Also featured is a raffle quilt, a queen-sized spread that was hand-pieced, appliqued and quilted by the Jersey Shore Quilters of St. Peters Church. Raffle tickets cost $1. Many other local quilters will be displaying their work at the show. Some items will be for sale. This is our big event, said Laura Kushner, a member of the group which meets Tuesday nights from 7 to 9 p.m. and Thursday mornings 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the churchs Kolbe Hall on Forman Avenue in Point Pleasant Beach. The group calls itself a loose federation of people who share a common interest in quilting. There are members from as far away as Japan. There are no dues, no officers, no elected officials, no mandatory meetings, Ms. Kushner said. We just meet to quilt, exchange ideas, inspiration and help each other with projects. All members are requested to work on the charity raffle quilt, help plan and run the biannual quilt show and work on other charity projects as they arise. But the old saying holds, many hands make short work, Ms. Kushner said, adding many hands helped design and execute the raffle quilt. For those who are interested in quilting but do not know where to start, there is a special behindthe-scenes area where works in progress will be displayed. Members will be available to answer questions about different quilting and sewing techniques and styles. They will also be on hand to solve quilting problems. All proceeds from the show, including the $5 admission fee and the raffle for quilters dream baskets filled with great goodies for quilters, will benefit St. Peter;s Church. Proceeds from the quilt raffle will benefit St. Gregorys Food Pantry, which serves southern Monmouth and northern Ocean counties. There will be a little quilt silent auction held in memory of Dottie Bliss. Proceeds of the auction will be donated to the Salvation Army Hurricane Relief Fund. Specialty vendors will be offering the latest in quilting fabrics and notions for sale. The Jersey Shore Quilters will open their country store, packed with fabrics and other quilting supplies.
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The pavers in the Point Pleasant Beach business district were installed as part of a federal street scape grant. The project, which will be completed in three phases, installed decorative pavers along Arnold and Bay avenues in the business district. Phase one and two of the project have been completed, with phase three to begin sometime in the near future. The pavers installed on Bay Avenue were originally to be included in phase three of the project, but when funding became available in 2003, it was included with phase two. On Wednesday, Point Pleasant Beach Mayor Thomas Vogel, a Republican, said because the business district is surrounded by residential homes, there will be some homes that, simply because of their location, will have pavers installed on the sidewalks in front of their property.
The water tower in Point Pleasant Beach [above] may soon be the home of a new cellular antenna after a representative from T-Mobile appeared before the governing body here this week.
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Councilman James Liotta and Mayor Thomas Vogel has questions about the possibility of limiting of the amount of cellular antennas that can be placed on the water tower. According to Mr. Goldberg, there is a restriction on how many antennas a water tower can hold, which is typically three or four carriers per water tower. If the water tower was not able to hold more antennas, Mr. Goldberg said T-Mobile could rebuild the adjacent communications tower and use it to mount the cellular antennas. We would absorb the cost of the tower, Mr. Goldberg said. It would not cost the borough anything. Point Pleasant Beach Police Department communications
equipment is currently on the communications tower and would be allowed to be located on the new tower, should one need to be built. The borough could generate revenue from the addition of the antenna. According to Mr. Goldberg, Point Pleasant Beach would receive roughly $1,500 per month, per cellular carrier, for leasing the carriers space on the tower. Mayor Vogel said the next step in the process is to meet with the borough administrator and the communication director to make sure any recent work done to the water tower will affect the proposal. T-Mobile will have to have a formal application approved by the Point Pleasant Beach Planning Board before any work to install the antennas can begin.
Volunteers sought to work with special needs children

Helping Hands of Ocean and Monmouth Counties is seeking mature volunteers to assist children with special needs and their families. The volunteers provide social and emotional support to the families through weekly visits. Family members who care for children with special needs rarely have time to perform daily tasks such as going to appointments or merely having time to relax. Helping Hands volunteers can change the lives of family members who feel overwhelmed by the everyday care of their children. The volunteers use their unique skills and lifetime experiences to enrich the lives of children with disabilities. Volunteers can act as mentors, storytellers, listeners, tutors, recreational assistants, personal care assistants and family friends. Volunteers who are willing to commit two hours per week will receive a stipend of $10 per visit. Everyone benefits from the arrangement the families receive a respite time to get needed tasks done and volunteers are regarded as role models and advocates. The children gain a family friend and mentor. All that is required to volunteer is a kind heart and a desire to make a difference in the life of a child. Training is provided. Interested applicants and family members can contact the Epilepsy Foundation of New Jersey, located in Lions Office Park, Brick Township at 732-262-8020 and speak with Program Director Marge Nikodem. Helping Hands is a special project of the Family Resource Network/EFNJ, funded by Johnson & Johnson/Rosalyn Carter Institute, Caregivers Program.
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UNICO hosts program on history of Italian Americans

Kicking off the 2005-2006 program year for the Point Pleasant Beach chapter of UNICO National was Basking Ridge resident and Italian scholar, Dominic Muoio. Mr. Muoio told of the efforts of some groups to eliminate the Columbus Day holiday as not being as important and meaningful as other holidays. He went on to tell of the contributions of Christopher Columbus and other Italians, and later, spoke of the contributions Italian Americans have made to this country and the world at large. He said our culture is not one that seeks the spotlight and we tend to keep our accomplishments low key. Mr. Muoio went on to illustrate the many contributions Italians have made in the world of arts, science, medicine, food, etc. He described the existing image many have of Italians, specifically that in one way or another many are connected to, or seen as being, thugs and criminals as portrayed in movies. Other cultures and hyphenated Americans are quick to respond whenever their heritage is slighted, Mr. Muoio said. Adding that Italian Americans will need to speak out and defend against such antiquated stereotypes. In other matters, Mr. Muoio cited the fact that while Italian Americans constitute 20 percent of the population and have made numerous contributions to society, only 1 percent are represented in Ivy League schools. He cited several publications and books which are informative and factual concerning Italians and those of Italian heritage. Mr. Muoio is a graduate of Fordham University and also has a masters degree from Rutgers University. He spent 23 years teaching Italian at Watchung Hills Regional High School in Warren. He was the recipient of two Fulbright Scholarships for Italian study in Perugia and has taken over 40 trips to Italy with students and adults. Mr. Muoio is currently retired and is tutoring and teaching Italian on a private basis. He is also active in community theater and is planning another trip to Italy in the near future.
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Dominic Muoio [above] made a presentation to the Point Pleasant Beach UNICO National Chapter recently about the importance of Italian Americans contributions to American society.
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that decade, the freeholder said the county borrowed money, increasing the countys debt from $246 million in 1990 to $359 million eight years later. At that point, we got nervous, he said. Freeholder Bartlett said the countys tax base started to grow in 1999 and 2000, which allowed the county to begin to aggressively pay off its debt, rebuild the surplus in anticipation of the next downturn in property values and reduce the county tax rate. In the last five years, Freeholder Bartlett said, the county has reduced its debt by $50 million and has funded more than half of its capital projects with cash. This way, when the tax base sinks again, we will have the leeway to back down spending, he said. Freeholder Bartlett said this years county tax rate is 32 cents per $100 of equalized valuation. Thats the lowest point ever in the history of Ocean County, he said. Now, were the seventh-lowest in the state. Freeholder Bartlett said the financial strategy of the county has
taken into account escalating energy costs. When gas and heating costs increase, will not not come back to county taxpayers [for more money], he said. We didnt take it [the tax rate] down to 32 cents this year to take it up next year This county has many seniors, we dont want a fluctuating tax rate. Ive been in this business too long to come back to people and say, Weve got a problem. If weve got a problem, its our fault. Referring specifically to Bay Head, the freeholder said residents there in 2005 paid a county tax rate of 41 cents per $100 of equalized valuation since homes here are assessed at 78 percent of their true resale value. Freeholder Bartlett said the equalized tax rate accounts for what may appear quirky on an individual tax bill. He explained that in 1999 property values along the Ocean County coast began to climb faster than values in landlocked communities. For example, he said, the county taxes paid by Mantoloking residents increased by 30 percent in one year because property values there, in relation to the rest of the county, increased by 25 percent. Now, he said, the opposite is hap-
Freeholder urges to shop locally this holiday season

The first mail order catalog featuring December holiday items triggers my annual plea to remind folks in Ocean County to give their first consideration to local merchants when doing their holiday shopping, said Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari. Each year they seem to arrive earlier than the year before. The freeholder has reminded residents to support local businesses for the past decade. Freeholder Vicari noted the Consumer Affairs Department, for which he is the liaison, receives mail order and Internet complaints such as: merchandise was not delivered in time for the holiday; items were backordered into the next year; and merchandise did not look as it was represented on the web or in the catalog. Freeholder Vicari said that mediation is difficult as purchases made outside the state are not under the jurisdiction of the New Jersey consumer fraud laws. Another consideration is postage. While the price may be cheaper when the postage and handling is added, the cost can increase considerably. Also, if the merchandise has to be returned, the postage can be costly. Freeholder Vicari listed the advantages of shopping locally. For example, exchanges are easier to make, the countys department of consumer affairs is available to mediate complaints and has jurisdiction over consumer fraud and it saves gas, no small consideration at todays prices. Freeholder Vicari also noted that shopping locally creates jobs; supports the local business community, which supports the communitys charitable and community activities; and helps businesses that are paying their share of taxes. The holiday season is a makeor-break situation for many of our small business people, Freeholder Vicari said. Lets at least give them an opportunity to compete for our purchases.
pening. According to the freeholder, in the last two years property values are increasing faster in inland municipalities. He said Bay Head residents paid $64,000 less in county taxes this year than they did in 2004. After the freeholder had completed his explanation of how the county collects taxes, he invited attendees to ask questions, starting with the council. Councilman John DeFilippis asked the freeholder what the borough gets in return for the $3.8 million residents paid the county this year. Before answering the question, Freeholder Bartlett offered a clarification. We do not tax towns, we tax county residents, he said, acknowledging that Bay Head residents send a lot of money to Toms River. Quantifying what services Bay Head residents receive for the county taxes they pay is not a simple task, the freeholder said. While he said Ocean County is not in the grant business, Freeholder Bartlett said the county does provide a wide variety of programs and services that benefit Bay Head residents. Whats the prosecutors office worth to you, he asked. Whats the jail worth to you? We all travel on county roads I can tell you what the county does, whether its worth it to you, I cant say.
In response to question from Johnson Street resident Stan Niedzwiecki, Freeholder Bartlett said the county does not keep records of how much money it spends in each municipality. Although he said the county could change its bookkeeping procedures, he questioned whether putting such a system in place would be worthwhile, and added implementing such a system would be another expense. We dont keep records that way, he said. How would I account for the Mantoloking bridge? Do you have a share in that? How do you do this stuff in reality? Its not worth the time and the effort. Freeholder Bartlett wrapped up his presentation by assuring residents that the county manages its finances very conservatively, a method which he said builds in discipline. Describing the countys financial approach as a pay-as-you-go system, Mayor Petracco noted the council operates Bay Head in the same manner. We will be addressing the freeholders regarding direct services that can benefit the residents of Bay Head, Mayor Petracco said. Whenever one of our towns calls on us for help, well be there, Freeholder Bartlett said. You call, well be there if we can.
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neighborhood, [the neighbors] would watch the [neighborhood]. People are not flocking to put businesses on Bridge Avenue, he continued. This will be very nicelooking I dont think a strip mall will be any better. Some board members voiced concerns over ensuring that the townhomes would be age-restricted for who lived there, not just who owned them as the application stated. Whatever restrictions are necessary to ensure that people [living there] are age 50 and over, we will [accommodate], said the appli-
Haunts in the park set

The Point Pleasant Recreation Commission will be hosting a Haunts in the Park program on Friday, Oct. 21 from 6 to 10 p.m. The program will include a haunted trail through the park, booths with games, campfire stories and a show on the Community Park stage. Cost is $5 per person and is available to anyone ages 4 to adult. For more information, please call 732-892-5813.
cants attorney, Mark Kittrick. Board member Fred Bryant was unconvinced. [Point Pleasant Boroughs] tax base is commercial I dont think its a good project, he stated. Once the property is changed over, once its gone youre never going to get it back. Upon motioning for a vote, the application was denied by a vote of 3-4, with board members Goetting, Bryant, Kenneth Boorman and Stanley Griffin voting against the proposal. Board member Joel Williams later commented on the application. My belief is to keep it a commercial area, he stated. Adding a residential area to the center of town changes where were trying to go [as a town]. We need more stores here [the townhomes] were not a plus factor for the borough, he added. Its time we change a lot of things in this town, we need to get commercial businesses to come here. Mr. Williams cited popular restaurant chains TGI Fridays and Applebees as possible interests. I believe the borough can grow but we have to make some changes, he said. More people should get involved. The Point Pleasant Chamber of Commerce needs to do something to bring people here, the board member noted. They are what builds the town.
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it may be difficult to reach the eggs. In order for the borough to addle the eggs, a borough employee typically a public works employee would have to obtain a permit from the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection.
In other news from last Monday nights: A number of Shore towns have passed ordinances restricting where registered sex offenders can live within the boroughs borders. Lavallette will soon join the growing list of towns with sex offender residency restriction ordinances. Councilwoman Barbara Brown the council liaison to the police department reported that Lavallette Police Chief Colin Borough that adds to the local economy. Council members were unconvinced that the street vacation would benefit the town, and moved to deny the application. Im not persuaded what public benefit this is, said Councilman McAlindin. Im concerned because there are other paper streets in town and Im worried that other businesses will [begin] requesting the town to vacate them. Im concerned over sending that signal, the councilman
Grant has begun preliminary work on an ordinance that will restrict where registered sex offenders can live within the borough. The councilwoman said the ordinance is in the preliminary stage, and is expected to be turned over to the borough council in the future. for introduction. The next meeting of the Lavallette council is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 11 at 7 p.m. in borough hall. added. The council voted to deny Cent Farrell LLCs application for the street, also citing that the public had made their case against such a vacation. Councilwoman Lee Birdsall Sharpe and Councilman Shawn McCarthy abstained from the vote. Councilwoman Sharpe has a family member living near the property and Councilman McCarthy did not specify his reason for declining to vote on the motion.
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paychecks. Mr. Birdsall disagreed. Those buses run every single day, he stated. Even Sundays and thats the truth. Other residents agreed, and said they see buses driving to and from the bus site on a regular basis. The borough council commented on another previous issue of whether or not the borough can sell the 5,410-square-foot section of street, rather than merely vacate it. We asked for the title work, and this is all youve got, asked Councilman Brian McAlindin, referring to a two-paragraph explanation on the origin of the street property provided by Mr. Popovitch late Tuesday afternoon. The street arrived by dedication and implied acceptance by the municipality [according to] a 1951 map, said Mr. Popovitch. I dont believe legally there can be any sale. Mr. Popovitch continued to explain why it is in the towns best interest to vacate the property. The street serves no purpose [to the borough], he stated. And I hope that the $1,000 per year [it will bring the borough in taxes] isnt considered inconsequential. Mr. Farrell has his business and lives in Point Pleasant, the attorney continued. He employs 25 residents of Point Pleasant
Help Jenks name its new penguin chick

A new African Penguin has hatched at Jenkinsons Aquarium on June 30 and now she needs a name. According to Jenkinsons officials, the chick is growing fast and has become very fond of all the care and attention the staff has been giving her. She loves to swim and is already a picky eater. Soon, when she meets and becomes friends with the rest of the penguins at Jenkinsons, she will join her parents Bahari and Messina, as part of a colony. But the chick still does not have a name. In an effort to rectify this, Jenkinsons is inviting all children under the age of 13 to help name her. Children are asked to send a name that they think suits the baby penguin to: Name the Penguin, Jenkinsons Aquarium, 300 Ocean Ave., Point Pleasant Beach, 08742. All entries must be postmarked by Oct. 15. Entry ballots can also be filled out in person at the aquarium. All entries will be eligible to win five passes to the aquarium and the name that is eventually picked will win a Family Fun Voucher to Jenkinsons Boardwalk for the 2006 summer season.

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Point guts out overtime win

By Keith Grace who won the B South Division a year With the odds stacked heavily against it ago and beat Point Boro earlier this seaheading into the second overtime of a son in a divisional matchup had opporscoreless Shore Conference B South tunities on five corner kicks and threatDivision dogfight with visiting Lakewood ened one final time in the 93rd minute on Monday, the Point with a direct kick from 18 yards out. Pleasant Boro boys But Sestrich and the Panthers took their soccer team passed opportunity to seal the emotional and BOYS SOCCER POINT BORO 1 the gut check of the draining victory. year, so far. Sometimes the better team does not LAKEWOOD 0 And in doing so, the always win in soccer, said an elated Panthers took a big Panther head coach Pete Casalino after step closer to a piece of the Shore the win. Conference B South Division title. They took it to us. I told these guys Coming off of a before the overtime crucial but costly started, We are divisional tie with This was a game that meant to win this Monsignor Donovan game because they champions win. last Friday which have hit too many included the loss of Pete Casalino posts and missed too standouts sophomany easy chances. Point Boro Coach more midfielder They are not meant Kyle Hazard and to score, he said. senior John Ruane [see additional story] That is how soccer goes and I have seen the Panthers withstood a barrage of a million of these games and coach [assisPiner scoring opportunities to escape with tant Steve Ferullo] has seen six million of a 1-0 overtime victory. With three minutes these. left in the second overtime period, senior After stopping Lakewoods chance on midfielder Matt Sestrich scored on a the direct kick in the 93rd minute, Point header for the crucial victory. Boro took possession and entered Lakewood had dominated much of play Lakewood territory before being awarded through both halves of regulation, eventu- a throw-in inside the 9-yard line. Junior ally out-shooting the locals 15-6 while defender Nick Campbell provided the spending the day watching shots hit the top post and corner of posts. The Piners
Garnet Gulls clip Roses

By Keith Grace Since its heartbreaking loss to St. Rose last month, Monday nights second Shore Conference B Central Division clash with the Purple Roses was an event the Point Pleasant Beach boys soccer team had been waiting for. And it was well worth the wait. Guided by senior forward Brian Erbes first-half goal, a crucial save by senior goalkeeper Kevin Macan on a second half penalty kick and a stellar shorthanded late-game effort, Point Beach battled to a 1-0 divisional win over the Purple Roses. The victory had a multitude BOYS SOCCER of meanPOINT BEACH 1 ings for ST. ROSE 0 first-year head coach Adam Curtis 2005 high-flying Gulls. Point Beachs win over St. Rose is believed to be the first win over the divisional opponent in school history. The victory also put Point Beach at 8-2 in the division, and left St. Rose with two losses and a tie in B Central, giving the locals control of the overall division title race as well as the public school portion. It was tremendous tonight, said Curtis of the win, resulting in the student section flooding the field afterward. We knew what we had to do. They are a good team and they try and play the same style we do, knock it around. And they knock it around very well. We knew exactly what this game meant for us, he added, referring to the division implications. This was the season so far. We knew whoever won this game has a great shot of winning the whole division. Point Beach surprised the defending division and longtime Shore Conference power from the get-go, having the better of the play early on before striking gold in the 28th minute. Erbe took a feed from senior midfielder Luke Cuccurullo and carried it to the box, beating two defenders in the process, for a breakaway goal on respectable Rose keeper Matt Gullace. Erbes shot hit the lower left corner for a 1-0 lead. I told the guys when we came out we have got to be very aggressive and win every 50-50 ball to alleviate a lot of their possessions, said Curtis of his teams game plan. And that is what we did. From the start of the whistle we came out hammering. We thought we could take it at them, he continued. The first time we played them we did that and hit the post on a free kick and had a penalty kick saved. This was justification. The Purple Roses coming off of an impressive win last Saturday over St. John Vianney, the Shores sixth-ranked team were kept quiet for much of the first half and threatened with
Point Pleasant Beach freshman Darren Erbe [above, right] contends for the ball with St. Roses Justin Canning during the Garnet Gull boys soccer teams Shore Conference B Central clash with the Purple Roses on Monday night. Point Beach won 1-0 to take full control of the B Central Division title race.
Macan makes save with memory Another Point

With his eyes fixed on the present, Point Pleasant Beach senior goalkeeper Kevin Macan let his mind wander to the past. And that reminiscence, just when he needed to make the biggest save of his life and arguably the biggest save in the hisKEITH tory of the the Garnet GRACE Gull boys soccer program was the key to it all happening in Monday nights thrilling 1-0 victory over St. Rose [see additional story]. With the Purple Roses best chance to tie Monday nights Shore Conference B Central showdown in the 52nd minute on a penalty kick, Justin Cannings kick darted toward the line to Macans right. Macan dove to the ground made the save and the rest, as they say, is history. But make no mistake about it, if Macans save was one of the biggest reasons for the Gulls historic 1-0 win over the Purple Roses, it was his own memory of the past that propelled him to make the play in the first place. A month ago, the Garnet Gulls pushed St. Rose to the brink, only to fall 1-0 and see their best chance to score thwarted when Purple Rose keeper Matt Gullace
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Together, on their own

Beach gymnasts Britt, Godesky starring as individuals
Point Pleasant Boro senior Marissa Foray [above, right] works to defend against Monsignor Donovans Kelsey Wetmore during the Lady Panther soccer teams Shore Conference B South with the Griffins. Point Boro won 2-1.
B South stunner
Boro tops Donovan for division hope
By Keith Grace Heading into the second half of the division schedule, the Point Pleasant Boro girls soccer team has sent a message for the rest of the Shore Conference B South Division to see, read, and hear this is not a team to be taken lightly. Entering last Fridays game with three losses in the division, the Lady Panthers pulled off the stunner, topping previously unbeaten division foe Monsignor Donovan 2-1. The Griffins, ranked ninth at the Shore, were handed their first divisional loss by Point Boro, who was comPOINT BORO ing off of a scoreless WRAP tie with Lacey days GIRLS SOCCER earlier. The Lady Panthers who improved to 6-4-1 overall and 53-1 in the division after Mondays 6-1 win over Lakewood hosted Central Regional yesterday in a must-win scenario to create new possibilities in the pursuit of the public school portion of the B South Division title. Along with a potential victory yesterday [results not available at press time], Point Boro would also need outside help. The division schedule concludes with host Pinelands tomorrow and Manchester on Tuesday. Whatever comes of the locals divisional picture, last Fridays upset of Donovan will certainly go down as a season highlight. They gave it their heart and soul out there, said Point Boro head coach Bill Moore of last Fridays win. I couldnt ask for anything else more than that. Point Boro stunned the Griffins early an effect which proved to be irreversible by days end scoring both of its goals in the first three minutes and 11 seconds of the game, both off the foot of junior forward Kristen Haycook. Haycook gave Point Boro its first goal
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By Keith Grace When it comes to the 2005 fall varsity athletics at Point Pleasant Beach High School, sophomore Lindsey Britt and freshman Madison Godesky are the Garnet Gulls best-kept secrets. The pair may not be a part of an actual varsity team at Point Beach, but together they represent their school with high hopes in weeks to come in gymnastics. The NJSIAA and Shore Conference both require at least three individuals for a school to have an gymnastics team. But that has not stopped Britt and Godesky from competing alongside others at Shore Conference meets, with hopes to gain qualifying scores for the upcoming Shore Conference Championships and NJSIAA State Sectionals. A sport that, compared to others, does not attract hordes of spectators on the scholastic level, fans may be missing both an interesting and challenging sport in gymnastics. They are also missing the effect two girls from one of New Jerseys smallest schools can have when they enter another teams gym meet to compete. Carrie Godesky, Madisons mother and the Point Beach pairs advisor, said the whole experience has been a joy to watch. It really is actually amazing to see, said Carrie Godesky. The other teams let our girls come to the meets and the other girls are so receptive to them coming It is a very unique sport and it is beautiful to watch. It is a
Point Pleasant Beach freshman Madison Godesky [above, left] and sophomore Lindsey Britt are two more local scholastic athletes working and hoping or big things this fall in gymnastics. Competing as individuals at Point Beach, the pair aims to qualify for the Shore Conference Championships and the NJSIAA State Sectional Championships by the cutoff dates later this month.
shame more people cannot come to watch. With a majority of the Shores Group III and Group IV schools having full teams and holding dual meets, Britt and Godesky have the opportunity to compete alongside other schools
meets. The individual goal of any gymnast at any scholastic events is to score high enough in at least one of the four events bars, vault, floor and beam twice during the season to qualify for the Shore Conference Championships and the NJSIAA State
Sectional Championships. While there is certainly a competitive atmosphere at meets, athletes in this sport handle it a little differently than others. Most gymnasts from
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High School Volleyball 2005
FISHING TIPS
For many surfcasters and boaters it has been a disappointing week as the expected blitzes that many were hoping for never materialized. The peanut bunker were thick all up and down the beachfront and literally have been chocking the Shark and Manasquan rivers but the fish have not been on them with any consistency. There were many days when you would expect the big blues to be in the pods but they were not. And when they were they were scattered along the coastline and it came down to being in the right place at the right time. Striped bass have been pretty much absent from the peanut bunker pods that boaters have been working over as water temperatures in the mid-60degree ranges are too warm to stir their interest. The best action that has been taking place has been either far north or south of here, up at Sandy Hook or down at the southern end of Island Beach State Park. At the Hook there have been blitzes in the morning with both bluefish and false albacore. Down at the Island the North Jetty has had a few striper blitzes as more mullet is present at that location. The results of the 14th Annual Governors Tournament that took place at Island Beach State Park this past Sunday had Carl Kogel of Jackson taking top honors with a 34 1/2-inch bluefish. Second place went to Kevin Martin of Bayonne with a 32inch bluefish and third place went to Gary Gomacic of Lakewood with a 31 5/8-inch bluefish. Thirty-nine bluefish were caught overall with no qualifying striped bass weighed about 16 pounds. The present run of salmon has been described as one of the best runs in many years. There have been fresh pushes of salmon daily and fish are spread from the top to the bottom of the river at this time. It is easy to hook into 50-plus fish in the course of the day at this time with the number of fish that are in the river. This is a beautiful time of year on the river as the fall foliage is at a peak and the fish are plentiful. You can expect crowds however, especially around the parking and access points along the river. But this is no different than what we see here along the beach when a major blitz in going on. Go prepared with the mindset that crowds are to be expected and you wont be disappointed. You can also hike away from the crowds along the scenic trails that border the river if you want to find more solitude. Announcements of Interest: Oct. 14 16 Interclub Striped Bass Surf Tournament hosted by the Bradley Beach Fishing Club. April 1- Nov 30, Spring Lake Live Liners Annual Striped Bass Surf Fishing Derby, to enter send $10 plus $1 P/H, mail to SLLL, P.O. Box 142, Spring Lake, 07762. Tip of the Week: Salmon will strike out at your offering at first light so you can legally hook them in the mouth if you are there. As the sun rises higher in the sky most of the fish you catch will be snagged and will need to be broken off immediately. Send info, comments, or notable catches to: jfreda@bytheshore.com.
Beach streak
Lady Gulls win three straight, soar above .500
By Keith Grace The Point Pleasant Beach girls volleyball team flexed its muscle with Shore Conference POINT BEACH opponents for WRAP GIRLS VOLLEYBALL a three-match winning streak, putting the locals with 12 victories earlier this week, well above the .500 mark. After knocking off Marlboro last Thursday, Manchester last Friday and Red Bank on Monday, the Lady Gulls stood at 12-6 at press time heading into yesterdays matchup with Howell. Point Beachs win streak came to an end on Tuesday, when the locals dropped two out of three games with Monsignor Donovan. But Point Beach still remains in good position for a third consecutive NJSIAA State Tournament berth. The cutoff requiring a .500 record is Oct. 19. In last Thursdays victory over Marlboro, Point Beach needed a third game to pass by the Mustangs. Junior Megan Crawley tallied 19 service points, nine aces, two kills and one dig, while junior Kaela Lill tallied six service points, six assists, three aces and one dig. The locals followed that victory a day later with a two-game sweep of Manchester by scores of 25-23 and 25-20. On Monday, Point Beach made it three in a row, cruising by Red Bank in two games by scores of 25-15 and 258. Senior Brittany Roderique had 19 service points, seven aces and three kills for the locals, and Lill five service points.
By Jim Freda
in. Five blackfish were caught, three fluke, two kingfish, and one weakfish. No drum or false albacore were caught. A total of 1058 people participated in the event. If you are looking to get into a world class freshwater fishery that is only about five hours away, then it is time to make the run to the Salmon River in Pulaski, N.Y. An easy ride on New York Interstate 81 will bring you right to the river which is about 40 miles north of Syracuse. Right now the river is loading with king salmon, coho salmon, brown trout, and some steelhead as these fish make their annual migration run upriver. The king salmon are averaging 15 to 25 pounds in size with a good number of fish already caught around the 30-pound mark. The cohos are smaller, in the 10- to 15-pound range, but fight like speeding bullets when hooked. The brown trout that you can catch will run up to about 13 pounds and the steelhead that come in early during the beginning of October are usually large and can reach
Program for Al Saner scheduled for Nov. 5

Senior Kaela Lill [above] and the Lady Gull volleyball team won three straight from last Thursday to Monday to improve to 12-6 heading into yesterdays matchup with Howell.
Celebrating 30 years of academic and athletic success, the local community is invited to attend Coach Saners Program, a Football and Track Reunion Dinner to be held Saturday, Nov. 5 at The Eatontown Sheraton. The event will honor Coach Saner for his accomplishments, but also honor every athlete and coach who participated in either sport that spans his 30 years.
In 1963, Al Saner was hired as a teacher and coach at Point Pleasant Boro High School. Over the next 30 years at Point Boro High School, football and track programs under his leadership would become tow of the most recognized and respected successful programs in the Shore Conference. Saners combined record in football (154-81-9) and track (207-64-2) is an unprecedented level of achievement. He had 33 consecutive dual meet wins in track and a Shore Conference-record, 34game win streak in football. Coach Saner retired in 1993. Coach Saners other awards and achievements include three star football titles, and five state playoff appearances, and 11 division football titles. He was a two-time Shore Conference Football Coach of the Year. Saner also won six division titles in track, and three Ocean County Championships titles. He
was inducted into the New Jersey Football Coaches Hall of Fame, the Shore Conference Hall of Fame, and the State Hall of Fame. In 1999, the Point Boro High School football field was renamed Al Saner Athletic Field. Although retired, Al Saner continues to educate today, this time on the vital life issue of prostate cancer awareness and the importance of early detection. The cost is $50 per person. Go to www.pointpleasantk12.nj.us/highschoolalumni/reunion.htm to register or reserve seating. For more information call Kirby Foray at 732-295-2867 or Tony Divanno at 203-270-7233. All proceeds benefit the Point Pleasant Boro Athletic Booster Association, the Point Pleasant Foundation for Excellence in Education, and prostate cancer research.
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FRIDAY
Football: Point Beach at Monsignor Donovan, 6:30 p.m.; Point Boro vs. Keansburg, 7 p.m. Boys Soccer: Point Beach at Henry Hudson., 3:45 p.m. Girls Soccer: Point Beach at Metuchen, 4 p.m. Field Hockey: Point Boro vs. Central Regional, 3:45 p.m. Girls Tennis: Point Beach vs. Shore Regional, 3:45 p.m.; Point Boro at Monsignor Donovan, 3:45 p.m. Girls Volleyball: Point Beach at Long Branch, 4:30 p.m.
High School Cross Country 2005
Point Boro registers first B South victory

one runner at this point, placing 32nd at a time of 17:52. Junior John Kosequat was 54th at a time of 18:16. Coming off of back-to-back down-to-the-wire Shore Conference B South Division losses, the Panthers notched their first B South victory of the year on Monday at Ocean County Park, passing by Lakewood 2238. Cardinale led the way, placing second at a time of 17:41, followed by sophomore Justin Kunkel in third [17:51] and junior John Kosequat in fourth [18:03]. Freshman TJ Bragen was sixth at 18:12, followed in seventh by junior James Kelly [18:18], and junior Matt Bell [18:19] in eighth place. Junior Shawn Euston was 10th at 18:26. Point Boro [2-2, 1-2] returns to B South action on Tuesday with Central Regional in what hints to be another down-to-the-wire matchup. Point Beach fell to 0-6 overall and 0-5 in the B Central Division falling to 15-50 to both Henry Hudson and St. Rose at Ocean County Park on Tuesday. Hart remained perfect on the year however, in dual meets placing first once again at a time of 17:31.
SATURDAY
Boys Soccer: Point Boro at Pinelands 2 p.m.; Point Beach vs. Monmouth Regional, 6:30 p.m. Girls Soccer: Point Boro at Pinelands 2 p.m.; Point Beach vs. Monmouth Regional, 5 p.m. Boys and Girls Cross Country: Point Beach at South Jersey Open, Delsea Regional 1 p.m
MONDAY
Boys Soccer: Point Beach vs. Shore Regional, 3:45 p.m. Girls Soccer: Point Beach at Shore Regional,. 3:45 p.m. Field Hockey: Point Boro vs. Pinelands, 3:45 p.m. Girls Volleyball: Point Beach at Toms River South, 3:45 p.m.
TUESDAY
Boys Soccer: Point Boro at Manchester, 3:45 p.m. Girls Soccer: Point Beach vs. Manchester, 3:45 p.m. Boys and Girls Cross Country: Point Beach vs. Keyport., 3:45 p.m.; Point Boro vs. Central Regional, 3:45 p.m. Girls Tennis: Point Beach vs. Middlesex/New Egypt winner [NJSIAA Central Jersey Group I State Sectional Semifinals] 3:45 p.m; Point Boro vs. Lakewood 3:45 p.m.. Girls Volleyball: Point Beach vs. Rumson-Fair Haven, 3:45 p.m.
WEDNESDAY
Boys Soccer: Point Beach vs. Shore Regional, 3:45 p.m. Girls Soccer: Point Beach at Shore Regional,. 3:45 p.m Field Hockey: Point Boro at Toms River South, 3:45 p.m. Girls Tennis: Point Beach vs. Toms River South, 3:45 p.m.; Point Boro at Central Regional, 3:45 p.m.
THURSDAY
Field Hockey: Point Boro vs. Brick Memorial,. 3:45 p.m. Girls Tennis: Point Beach vs. Keansburg, 3:45 p.m. Girls Volleyball: Point Beach vs. Toms River East 3:45 p.m.
By Keith Grace Based on his time last Saturday at Holmdel Park during the Shore Coaches Invitational, Point Pleasant Beach sophomore Shane Harts thoughts of being back at Holmdel in November have taken another step forward. More important than Harts 10place finish in the F Race was the fact that he set a new personal best at the notoriously BOYS challenging WRAP CROSS COUNTRY course. At this point in the season, he should be considered a contender for the NJSIAA Central Jersey Group I State Sectionals on Nov. 5 at Holmdel. Hart placed one spot behind another potential CJ GI contender, Brian Blozen of Keansburg, but recorded a personal best 17:44 in the process. He had recorded a 17:46 at Holmdel earlier this season during a Shore Conference B Central meet with Mater Dei, which was, at the time, a personal best. Pingrys Christopher Scavone blazed the field in winning the Shore Coaches title in the F Race at a time of 16:27, but aside from ninth-place finisher Blozen, no other Central Jersey Group I runner finished ahead of Hart. Point Beach head coach Linda Feerst said she was more interested in Hart establishing a personal best at Holmdel than where he finished in the race. That is the key for him right now, to better those times, said Feerst. The whole thing he is gearing up for is the sectionals. Hart was a Group I Championship qualifier as a freshman last fall while placing sixth in the South Jersey Group I State Sectionals at Delsea. This will be the first season in recent memory the Garnet Gulls compete in Central Jersey Group I at Holmdel. Harts last chance to run in a meet at Holmdel Park before the CJ GI sectionals will be on Oct. 29 for the Shore Conference Championships. Runners must qualify for the Shore Conference meet by placing in the top 25 at the county meets later this month. It was a fast race and I thought he ran well, said Feerst of Harts run at the meet last Saturday. I really think he is doing well for being a sophomore. He continues to work his way up. Point Pleasant Boro finished 18th as a team in the D Race one of the Invitationals better races that included state power and title-winner Morris Hills. The Boro got its top finish from junior Derek Cardinale. Cardinale, who has established himself as the Panthers number-
Junior Derek Cardinale [above] and the Panther boys cross country team won their first Shore Conference B South meet of the year on Tuesday, topping Lakewood 22-38.
Boro stays in race for piece of B South title

By Keith Grace There is more than one pleasant surprise this fall concerning varsity teams at Point Pleasant Beach and Boro High Schools. And the Point Boro girls cross country team continues to be one of them. The Lady Panthers, who dealt with a serious lack of depth and losing seasons in recent years, added another Shore Conference B South Division victory on Tuesday and remain in the hunt for the public school portion of the B South crown. Knocking GIRLS off Lakewood WRAP 15-50 at CROSS COUNTRY Ocean County Park on Tuesday, first-year head coach Jim Greenwoods squad improved to 3-1 overall and 2-1 in the division heading into yesterdays divisional meeting with Pinelands. Point Boro, whose lone loss this year is to Monsignor Donovan, met the Wildcats yesterday in a key B South meet which should make the public school picture more clear. Results were not available at press time. The locals face Central Regional on Tuesday in another B South matchup. In Tuesdays win, Point Boro placed runners from second to eighth consecutively to cruise to the win, led by junior Kelsey Johnson. Returning from an illness earlier this fall, Johnson was second at a time of 21:55. Freshmen Katie Walsh [22:21] and Molly Silverman [22:25] followed in third and fourth, before junior Leigh Murray [22:53], senior Megan Breheney [23:01], and freshmen Megan Bradley [24:03] and Dana Perrotta [24:10]. After a promising start for Point Pleasant Beach, the injury bug hampered a squad already low in numbers, evidenced by Tuesdays 15-50 Shore Conference B Central Division loss to St. Rose at Ocean County Park. Senior standout Lindsay Ritchings was out of action with a minor calf injury. The locals got their top finishes in the 7-8-9 spots from freshmen Jill King [24:30], Nicole Sciamarelli [24:37] and Kara Krichman [25:18]. The Lady Gulls fell to 2-3 overall and 22 in the division. The local programs took the starting line in their respective races last Saturday at Holmdel Park for the Shore Coaches Invitational. Running the best time locally, Ritchings was third in the F Race at a time of 20:48 for Beach. The next best local time came from Murray, who led Boro in the D Race at a time of 23:18 for 63rd place.
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Point Pleasant Beach senior Brian Erbe believes he may have let down the Garnet Gull boys soccer program down a year ago after injuries sidelined him for parts of the season. If that is the case, you could say the forward and team captain sure is making up for all it in 2005. One of the biggest, and most surprising, stories locally this fall, the Point Beach boys soccer team is enjoying its best season in recent memory with a 9-2-1 record overall and an 8-2 account in the Shore Conference B Central Division. With two divisional games left, the locals are in first place for the overall division title before crucial games with Henry Hudson today and Shore Regional on Monday. prove to the team that I could do Point Beach is coming off it. I felt I should have played arguably the biggest win in pro- well last year but I let the team gram history, a 1-0 B Central down a little bit. Erbe said he hopes this begins victory over St. Rose. And Erbe has had much to do a winning tradition for Point with all of his teams success in Beach under first-year head coach Adam Curtis with many 2005. underclassmen on Erbe currently the team. has seven goals on I had to We have a lot of the season, tied for come back and talented young the team lead with senior Luke prove to the team guys who will be that I could do leading the way in Cuccurullo, and the future so I want has lent two assists. it. to be able to give Erbe also provided them the right one of the biggest Brian Erbe example. goals of the season, Point Beach Point Beach is scoring Point also closing in on Beachs lone goal Athlete clinching its first on Monday night NJSIAA State Sectional in the first half to beat St. Rose. After showing promise as a Tournament berth since 2000. Our goal is not lose another freshman and sophomore, Erbe was sidelined for much of the game, said Erbe. If we dont lose we will get that first place in 2004 season with injuries. I want to be a leader here, the division, and go to the state especially after last year where I tournament with a lot of confisat out almost the whole year dence and see what happens with injuries, said Erbe. I felt there. like I had to come back and
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High School Football 2005
Boro starts from scratch for what lies ahead

By Keith Grace The Shore Conference National Division football standings indicate Point Pleasant Boro is 3-0 and tied for first place. But the mindset this FOOTBALL week in head NOTEBOOK coach Calvin Thompsons Panther program has little to do with an unbeaten mark, the number-nine ranking at the Shore, or its current first-place status. Coming off its bye week rested and ready for a critical three-game National Division stretch, Point Boro is starting over. A new season begins tonight, according to Thompson, for a team with a major goal to return to the NJSIAA South Jersey Group II State Playoff final. I told them in practice, We are past our bye week now and we are starting from scratch. That was preseason and now we have nine more games if we want to go to the state finals, Thompson said. Tonight the Panthers host 1-2 Keansburg, a team that appeared to be a National Division factor in the preseason but hasnt lived up to that potential just yet. Next week Point Boro travels to Keyport, for a National Division foe that is always athletic, aggressive, and confident it can beat anyone. On Oct. 21, Point Boro heads to Shore Regional for what could be the divisions biggest game of the year if both remain unbeaten
We are past our bye week now and we are starting from scratch. we have nine more games if we want to go to the state finals.
Calvin Thompson Point Boro Head Coach
heading in. Thompson said Point Boro will find out what they are made of in
the next three weeks hoping to repeat as National Division champs and build power points to remain in the top eight in the South Jersey Group II playoff picture. We have a lot of young kids who are not seasoned like last year, said Thompson. We will find out how they are going to respond to this. We have got to take these a game at a time and go from there. In a SJ GII section where Deptford, Burlington Township, and West Deptford are all in more favorable seeding scenarios due to
power points, the locals cannot afford a single loss if theyre hoping for a favorable seed. Burlington Township, despite being 3-1, remains in the top position with 21 power points, with 30 Deptford who won the South Jersey Group III State title last year before moving down to SJ GII in second with 19 points. Point Boro enters tonight with 11 power points, sharing the fourth spot with two others, including Collingswood and Buena. Defending SJ GII champ West
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Gulls grounded by Red Raiders

By Keith Grace Any reason to believe last Saturdays Shore Conference National Division meeting with host Keyport was a winnable scenario for the P o i n t FOOTBALL Pleasant KEYPORT 47 Beach footPOINT BEACH 7 ball team s e e m e d unreasonable by halftime. And things only got worse from there for the Garnet Gulls, who fell to the Red Raiders 47-7. The defeat kept the locals in search of their first win of the year at 0-4 overall and in the National Division. The Red Raider running game proved to be too much for Point Beach to handle, as fullback Joey Ware ran over the Beach for four touchdowns and 122 yards on 19 carries. Ware was backed by teammate Mikey Purnell, who ran for 107 yards on 11 carries. Point Beach had its moments offensively, but stumbled on bigplay opportunities with countless dropped passes, as Gull senior quarterback Kevin Stockhoff went 6-for-22 in passing for 41 yards. Keyport took a 14-0 lead after scoring on its first two possessions of the game with Purnells 8-yard score and a 39-yard touchdown strike from quarterback Kevin Boyce to Jose Gonzalez. Ware scored his first touchdown early in the second quarter, on a 20-yard run, and then put Keyport up 27-0 with a 1-yard burst with 33 seconds left in the first half. Coming off of a first half which saw 32 yards in total offense for Point Beach, the locals engineered their best drive to that point to open the third quarter, before stalling at the Keyport 29-yard line on a fourth-and-10 scenario. After standing up to the Gulls most threatening drive, Keyport responded with another scoring drive, capped off by Wares 1-yard burst for a 33-0 lead with 3:46 left in the third quarter. The Red Raiders went up 40-0 on Wares final score from 5 yards out with 8:26 left in the game, and soon after took a 47-0 lead when Jerry Hettrick recovered a fumble on the ensuing kickoff for a 10-yard touchdown fumble recovery. The locals avoided a shutout when Stockhoff took a draw keeper 80 yards to the end zone with 7:38 left in the game. Keyport finished with 428 yards in total offense, as Boyce threw 119 yards, to compliment his teams 309 yards in rushing.
Directions
DONOVAN
Take Route 88 west to Route 70 west. Make a left onto Brick Boulevard which becomes Hooper Avenue. Proceed on hooper Ave. past Ocean County Mall. Go through Route 37 intersection and make the first left. School is ahead on the right.
HENRY HUDSON
Take Parkway north to exit 117. Go east on Route 36 toward Sandy Hook. Just before the bridge to Sandy Hook, turn right onto Portland Road. Follow Portland Road until the closed gates, then make a right up the hill and head right into school parking lot.
football SATURDAY, October 1 Keyport 47, Point Beach 7 Point Beach (0-4, 0-4) 0 0 0 7 7 Keyport (3-1, 3-1) 14 13 6 14 47 SCORING SUMMARY First Quarter K Purnell 8 yard run (Maldonado kick) K Gonzales 39 yard run (Maldonado kick) Second Quarter K Ware 20 yard run (kick failed) K Ware 1 yard run (Maldonado kick) Third Quarter K Ware 1 yard run (kick failed). Fourth Quarter K Ware 5 yard run (Maldonado kick) K Hettrick 10 yard fumble recovery return (Maldonado kick) P Stockhoff 80 yard run (Ferguson kick) TEAM STATISTICS Point Beach Keyport First Downs 10 15 Rushes-Yards 24-477 51-309 Passing Yards 41 119 Cmpl-Attmpt-Int 6-22-0 7-12-0 Punts-Yards 6-40 2-27.5 Fumbles-Lost 3-2 2-2 Penalties-Yards 5-50 5-40 INDIVIDUAL STATISTICS Offense Rushing Point Beach: Loughran 7-24, Stockhoff 5-76, Rega 4-17, DiRobella 5-46. Lenahan 1-13, Ferguson 1-4, Trautman 1 (3); Keyport: Ware 19-122, Purnell 11-107, Kilic 6-25, Boyce 4-4, Olini 4-37, Crane 518, Neal 2 (-4). Passing Point Beach: Stockhoff 6-22-0 41 yards; Keyport: Boyce 7-12-0 119 yards. Receiving Point Beach: Ferguson 214, Lenahan 2-14, Clapp 1-14, Trautman 1 (-1); Keyport: Pineda 3-51, Gonzales 2-43, Purnell 1-9, Burris 1-16. Defense Fumble Recoveries Cavaiola. boYs soccer FRIDAY, September 30 Point Beach 4, Asbury Park 1 Asbury Park (0-7, 0-7) 0 1 1 Point Beach (8-2-1, 7-2) 4 0 4 GOALS/Assists: (P) Cuccurullo (Farrell) 10:59; (P) Cuccurullo (Smith) 12:26; (P) Anderson (Walls) 18:43; (P) Smith (Baiata) 20:39; (A) Smith 62:58; SAVES: (A) Nessin 3; (P) Gourley 3; SHOTS: Point Beach 164. FRIDAY, September 30 Point Boro 0, Monsignor Donovan 0 Point Boro (5-3-1, 5-2-1) 0 0 0 0 0 Donovan (7-1-1, 7-1-1) 0 0 0 0 0
PINELANDS
Take Parkway south to exit 58. Make a left turn at the end of ramp onto Route 539. Continue 3 to 4 miles. Turn right at Fourth AvenueNugentown Road. Proceed straight for a mile. School will be on the left.
SHORE REGIONAL
Take Parkway north to exit 105. Get on Route 36 east past Monmouth Mall. Proceed on Route 36. School will be ahead on the right.
MANCHESTER
Take Route 88 west to Route 70 west. Proceed on 70 under Route 9 overpass and into Manchester. Make a left hand turn onto Colonial Drive South. Proceed across Route 37. School is straight ahead on the right.
GOALS/Assists: SAVES: (P) Tonkovich 16; (M) Malaasaki 6; SHOTS: Monsignor Donovan 18-6. MONDAY, Ocotber 3 Point Boro 1, Lakewood 0 Lakewood (5-3-1, 5-2-1) 0 0 0 0 0 Point Boro (6-3-1, 6-2-1) 0 0 0 1 1 GOALS/Assists: Sestrich (Crowning) 99:00; SAVES: (L) Cunliffe 5; (P) Tonkovich 7; SHOTS: Lakewood 15-6. MONDAY, Ocotber 1 Point Beach 1, St. Rose 0 St. Rose (7-4-1, 6-2-1) 0 0 0 Point Beach (9-2-1, 8-2) 1 0 1 GOALS/Assists: Erbe (Cuccurullo) 28:00; SAVES: (S) Gullace 6; (P) Macan 6; SHOTS: Point Beach 9-4. GIRLs soccer FRIDAY, September 30 Point Boro 2, Monsignor Donovan 1 Donovan (7-1, 7-1) 0 1 1 Point Boro (5-4-1, 4-3-1) 2 0 2 GOALS/Assists: (P) Haycook (Ch. DeMedici) :43; (P) Haycook (Conaty) 3:11; (M) Smith 53:03; SAVES: (M) Schwartz 17; (P) Bontempo 5, E. DeMedici 2; (M) Krischik 6; SHOTS: Point Boro 21-10. FRIDAY, September 30 Point Beach 6, Ranney 1 Ranney (5-2) 1 0 1 Point Beach (4-6) 4 2 6 GOALS/Assists: (P) Warner (S. Ellis) 5:04; (P) McCormack (Daley) 6:12; (R) Johnson 14:58; (P) Sosnowski (Warner) 17:22; (P) McCormack (Warner) 36:30; (P) Sosnowski (Warner) 40:32; (P) McCormack (L. Ellis) 78:03; SAVES: (R) Harris 13; (P) Colon 7; SHOTS: Point Beach 17-13. MONDAY, Ocotober 3 Point Boro 6, Lakewood 0 Point Boro (6-4-1, 5-3-1) 3 3 6 Lakewood (0-11, 0-10) 0 0 0 GOALS/Assists: Conaty (Haycook) 2:50; Conaty (Minervini) 11:31; Haycook 25:04; Anderson 60:25; DeMedici 63:52; Demedici 70:00; SAVES: (P) Bontempo 2; (L) Camponile 28; SHOTS: Point Boro 33-2. MONDAY, October 3 St. Rose 3, Point Beach 1 Point Beach (4-7, 1-6) 1 0 1 St. Rose (5-4-1, 5-2-1) 2 1 3 GOALS/Assists: (S) J. Canning 21:21; (P) Sosnowski (McCormack) 28:30; (S) Crehan (Molzon) 32:40; (S) M. Canning (Knipper) 45:39; (S); SAVES: (P) Colon 11; (S) Cotta 3; SHOTS: St. Rose 20-9. field hockey FRIDAY, September 30 Lacey 1, Point Boro 0
Lacey (7-3, 6-1) 1 0 0 Point Boro (3-6, 2-4) 0 0 0 GOALS/Assists: V. Kristbergs 27:53; SAVES: (L) Otterbine 11; (P) Norton 6; SHOTS: Point Boro 12-8. MONDAY, Ocotber 3 Point Boro 2, Howell 1 Point Boro (4-6) 2 0 2 Howell (2-7-2) 0 1 1 GOALS/Assists: (P) Brannick (Danziger) 3:10; (P) Brannick (Pike) 20:00; SAVES: (P) Spoinapont 9; (H) Pickett 9; SHOTS: Point Boro 13-12. WEDNESDAY, Ocotber 5 Point Boro 2, Manchester 1 Point Boro (5-6, 4-4) 0 2 2 Manchester (3-7, 3-6) 0 1 1 GOALS/Assists: (M) Viggiano 31:35; (P) Schafle (Connolly) 36:06; (P) Blank 44:20; SAVES: (P) Spoinapont 6; (M) Cannarella 14; SHOTS: Point Boro 16-7. BOYS CROSS COUNTRY MONDAY, Ocotber 3 Point Boro 22, Lakewood 38 Course: Ocean County Park 1. Powell (L) 17:23; 2. Cardinale (P) 17:41; 3. Kunkel (P) 17:51; 4. Kosequat (P) 18:03; 5. Mayers (L) 18:10; 6. Bragen (P) 18:12; 7. Kelly (P) 18:18; 8. Bell (P) 18:19; 9. Pisco (L) 18:23; 10. Euston (P) 18:26. Records: at Point Boro (2-2, 1-2), Lakewood (1-3, 1-3). TUESDAY, October 4 Henry Hudson 15, Point Beach 50 St. Rose 15, Point Beach 50 Course: Ocean County Park 1. Hart (P) 17:31; 2. Erickson (H) 17:47; 3. Bauer (H) 18:09; 4. Phelps (H) 18:22; 5. Muradi (H) 18:39; 6. Rogers (S) 18:58; 7. Spatola (H) 19:01; 8. Gyula (H) 19:10; 9. Husarenko (P) 19:19; 10. Golden (S) 19:22. Records: at Point Beach (0-5, 0-4), Henry Hudson (6-1, 4-1), St. Rose (2-1, 2-1). GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY MONDAY, Ocotober 3 Point Boro 15, Lakewood 50 Course: Ocean County Park 1. ONeill (L) 21:04; 2. Johnson (P) 21:55; 3. Walsh (P) 22:21; 4. Silverman (P) 22:25; 5. Murray (P) 22:53; 6. Breheney (P) 23:01; 7. Bradley (P) 24:03; 8. Perrotta (P) 24:10; 9. Greaves (L) 25:00; 10. Brown (P) 25:15. Records: at Point Boro (3-1, 2-1), Lakewood (0-4, 0-4). TUESDAY, Ocotober 4
St. Rose 15, Point Beach 50 Course: Ocean County Park 1. Tacoyzzi (S) 22:23; 2. Dwulet (S) 22:36; 3. Lynch (S) 22:49; 4. A. Barone (S) 23:10; 5. Mienicki (S) 23:24; 6. McKay (S) 24:24; 7. King (P) 24:30; 8. Sciamarelli (P) 24:37; 9. Krichman (P) 25:18; 10. Blova (S) 29:23. Records: at Point Beach (2-3, 2-2), St. Rose (1-0, 1-0). GIRLs tennis FRIDAY, September 30 Point Beach 5, Toms River East 0 Singles: Smith d. Ferone 6-3, 6-4; Robinson d. Lee 6-1, 6-2; Lockenmeyer d. Salter 6-1, 6-2; Doubles: Morris-Shields d. Marra-Hernandezx 7-5, 6-2; MillerLaRue d. Fontella-Kane 6-2, 6-0. Records: at Point Beach (9-3), Toms River East (0-9). MONDAY, October 3 Point Beach 4, Mater Dei 1 Singles: Price (M) d. Smith 6-2, 6-2; Robinson (P) d. Whitley 2-6, 6-2, 6-2; Lockenmeyer (P) d. Budzyna 7-6, 7-5, 6-2; Doubles: Morris-Shields (P) d. AcerMcKinley 6-2, 6-0; Sassano-LaRue (P) d. Donaido-Costa 6-3, 6-2. Records: at Point Beach (10-3, 5-1), Mater Dei (5-5, 3-3). MONDAY, October 3 Lacey 4, Point Boro 1 Singles: Gaffney (L) d. DeBenedictis 6-2, 61; Grieci (P) d. Troncone 6-2, 6-3; Coan (L) d. Vardian 6-2, 6-1; Doubles: Nestor-Buron (L) d. Hanarahan-Woolley 6-2, 6-4; MostMcDonald (L) d. Ripoll-LaRue 6-0, 6-1. Records: at Point Boro (2-7, 2-4), Lacey (91, 6-0). TUESDAY, October 4 Point Beach 5, Asbury Park 0 Singles: Smith d. Shields 6-0, 6-0; Lockenmeyer d. Malibert 6-0, 6-0; Sassano d. Petit 6-0, 6-0; Doubles: ZebrowskiMiller d. Borno-Jean Noel 6-1, 6-1; NunnBurns d. Smith-Aderbigbe 6-0, 6-0. Records: at Point Beach (11-3, 6-1), Asbury Park (0-6, 0-5). TUESDAY, October 4 Point Beach 5, Henry Hudson 0 Singles: Smith d. Elgohall 6-3, 4-6, 6-3; Robinson d. Kennedy 6-0, 6-0; Lockenmeyer d. McCall 6-0, 6-1 Doubles: Morris-Shields d. Arroyo-Wall 6-0, 6-1; LaRue-Sassano d. Camacho-Diaz 6-0, 60. Records: at Point Beach (12-3, 7-1), Henry
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High School Soccer 2005
Boro is a player B South title race

By Keith Grace That three-game losing streak the Point Pleasant Boro boys soccer team went through a month ago is truly in the past now. These days, the locals are thinking about S h o r e POINT BORO Conference B WRAP S o u t h BOYS SOCCER Division title possibilities instead. Coming off of Tuesdays eventful 1-0 victory over Lakewood [see additional story], Point Boro improved to 6-2-1 in the divisional race heading into yesterdays crucial B South matchup at Central Regional. Point Boro was in control of the public school portion of the division title before yesterdays game [results not available at press time] and closes out B South play tomorrow at Pinelands and on Tuesday at Manchester. The division race appeared wide open at press time, with more than one team including Point Boro still in the running for both the public and overall titles. Despite being without the services of a pair of standout starters, sophomore Kyle Hazard and senior John Ruane, the Panthers appeared to have full momentum after Tuesdays win over Lakewood heading into yesterdays clash at Central. Point Boro was 6-3-1 overall after Tuesdays win. While it was costly losing both Hazard and Ruane to ankle injuries, Point Boro gained steam last Friday night in a scoreless tie with divisional host Monsignor Donovan. The Griffins, who still hold the overall lead in B South, beat Point Boro 3-1 earlier this season in a B South game. We felt the first game was at worst a 1-0, said Panther head coach Pete Casalino, looking at his teams results with Donovan in B South this fall. It was not a 3-0 game to us he said of the initial 30 loss to Monsignor Donovan. We felt very confident with the changes we have made after that bad week we had. We went out and played hard and were fortunate enough to get that tie and then get a win today, he said after his team beat Lakewood on Tuesday. Ruane and Hazard were both on crutches with sprained right ankles on Monday. When they are expected to return to action was not known at press time.
Lady Panther junior Lauren Conaty [above, right] works for the ball against Monsignor Donovans Teresa Cambro during the Point Boro girls soccer teams game versus the Griffins last Friday. The locals won 2-1.
Nothing is won just yet

Point Beach B Central title hopes face two final division obstacles
By Keith Grace Amidst the celebration and continued confidence after Monday nights Shore Conference B Central Division victory over St. Rose, Point Pleasant Beach boys soccer head coach Adam Curtis still had a message to get across to his team. Things are going quite well. His team is curPOINT BEACH rently the WRAP hottest in the division and BOYS SOCCER its prospects for at least a piece of the title look good. But there is still is divisional soccer to be played. And they must refocus for it now. Nothing is done yet, said Curtis of his teams B Central Division title hopes on Monday night. [St. Rose] still has a couple of games and we still have a couple of games. If we slip up a little bit, they will be in first place again. Point Beachs win over St. Rose [see additional story] put the locals at 9-2-1 overall and 8-2 in the division, leaving St. Rose with a 7-2-1 divisional account. At press time, the Gulls were perched alone in first place in the division overall. But it is nowhere near time to claim anything yet with two more 43rd minute with an open shot that was saved. But from the 60th minute on, Lakewood spent the remainder of regulation firing away with misguided shots. This was a game that champions win, said Casalino of the victory. We did not have our best stuff and we grinded it out for 99 minutes. Matt Sestrich stepped up and scored the game-winner. The win, coming without its top midfielder in Hazard and Ruane, put Point Boro in the leaders spot for the public school portion of the Shore Conference B South Division title heading into yesterdays game at Central Regional [Results not available at press time]. This has the makings of a championship team, said Casalino. They overcame adversities. They overcame injuries. That is what the great teams do. They never felt sorry for themselves because Kyle and John were not here. division games remaining which, at the moment, the locals must win to grab B Central supremacy. The locals travel to Henry Hudson today for a divisional game before an interesting B Central finale on Monday with visiting Shore Regional. The locals found themselves trailing Shore 20 before rallying back in the second half for a 3-2 win over the Blue Devils earlier this fall. We have got to go out and get the job done for our next division games, said Curtis of what lies ahead for B Central title hopes. The Gulls passed by divisional foe Asbury Park last Friday 4-1, taking a 4-0 lead at the half to coast in the second period of play. Senior Luke Cuccurullo scored the locals first two goals off assists from senior Sean Farrell and junior Ernie Smith. Junior Greg Anderson gave the Gulls a 3-0 lead before Smith scored for Beachs final goal at the 20:39 mark. Sophomore Matt Walls and Rich Baiata also lent assists.
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on her teams first possession just 43 seconds in with a header. Senior Christine DeMedici provided the assist on a cross as the Lady Panthers took an instant 1-0 lead. Point Boro kept its upset hopes in motion as Haycook footed her second goal at the 3:11 mark off an assist from junior Lauren Conaty for a 2-0 lead. Haycook took Conatys pass and set up a one-onone with Griffin goal keeper Mandy Schwartz, drilling the shot to the lower left corner for the twogoal advantage. We came out and scored two right away and that put them on their heels a little bit, said Moore of Donovan. Point Boro remained solid on defense for much of the remainder of the game, while Donovan attempted a comeback with a goal 13 minutes into the second half from Griffin standout Shannon Smith. Point Boro had the advantage in shots in goal at 21-10, while juniors Jenna Bontempo and Erica DeMedici combined in goal with five and two saves, respectively. Point Boro was coming off of a 6-1 divisional defeat to Donovan in a prior B South matchup which also saw Point Boro score first
before giving up six unanswered goals. We talk all the time about our ability to be able to play with every team in this division, said Moore. There is quite a bit of parity and we also talked about Monsignor Donovan not being five goals better than us. And that turned out to be the truth. Moore also pointed to the key defensive play of DeMedici who, along with one assist, was a stopper, and kept a mark on Smith. DeMedici one of three sisters who transferred from North Arlington and have been key contributors this fall has been a marking back all fall for the Lady Panthers. That has been her job all year to mark the other teams scorer, said Moore of Christine DeMedici. She has been our unsung hero. She is a team player and she hustles. Point Boro cruised to a 6-0 shutout over host Lakewood on Monday, scoring three goals in each half. Conaty and senior Courtney DeMedici scored two goals apiece, while Haycook scored one goal and added an assist. Freshman Allyson Anderson also scored, while senior Gianna Minervini back in action from a preseason injury also lent an assist.
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throw-in to the box which resulted in an initial head ball from sophomore Sam Crowning, then taken on the head and into goal by Sestrich. It was a good ball by Sam right in front of the net, said Sestrich of his goal. That just had to be a goal. I had a good eye on the ball and I just stepped up. It was an eventful day for Boro senior keeper Trevor Tonkovich, who recorded six saves and got major assistance from his backline as the Piners had several opportunities on open nets throughout the day. Point Boros best chance to score in regulation came in the 28th minute, when junior Matt Selby created a one-on-one with Piner keeper Charles Cunliffe but sent a shot over the top post. Sophomore midfielder Brian Coeyman also threatened in the
Gulls fly by Ranney, fall to Purple Roses

By Keith Grace Spitting a pair of recent results, the Point Pleasant Beach girls soccer team finds itself at 4-7 on the year heading into the final week of S h o r e POINT BEACH Conference B C e n t r a l WRAP GIRLS SOCCER Division play. The Lady Gulls fell to 1-6 in divisional play on Monday bowing to St. Rose 31, and concludes B Central game versus Shore Regional on Monday, after traveling to nonconference foe Metuchen today. Point Beach won its fourth game of the year last Friday, cruising to a nonconference victory over The Ranney School last Friday, 6-1. In last Fridays win over Ranney, senior Sarah McCormack led the way with a hat trick, scoring her first two goals in the first half, and a third with two minutes left in the game. Freshman Meg Sosnowski added two goals in the victory, while junior Katie Warners goal surfaced in the fifth minute giving the locals an early 1-0 lead, before handing out three assists. Freshman Justy Daley, junior Sarah Ellis and freshman Lauren Ellis also had assists. Point Beach [4-7 overall] bowed to St. Rose 3-1 after knotting the game at 1-1 in the 28th minute, when Sosnowski scored on a feed from McCormack. The Purple Roses scored with eight minutes left in the half for a 2-1 halftime lead, and went up 3-1 less than six minutes into the second half.
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nine minutes left in the half on an indirect kick. The second half became physical, including numerous yellow cards and a red card which kept Point Beach shorthanded for the final 17 minutes of play. The locals biggest moment of the second half arrived around the 52nd minute. A controversial handball in the Beach box gave St. Rose the penalty kick opportunity to tie the game. But senior goalkeeper Kevin Macan delivered, stopping Justin Cannings shot to the right post. Point Beach held together late, denying St. Rose a true scoring threat in the final 15 minutes of play. The locals also threatened to
add to their lead with a pair of shots from Erbe, before thwarting St. Rose on a corner kick with seven minutes left to play. Both teams are very good and I think either team on any given day can win as the scores show, said Curtis. Point Beach out-shot St. Rose 9-4, while Macan recorded five saves for the shutout. The win was the locals seventh consecutive since losing to St. Rose on Sept. 16. We wanted this one real bad especially after the first game, said Erbe. We should have beaten them the first time. This was a big game for the division and we wanted to beat them. We kept just going hard and did not allow them to get off any shots clean, he said.
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opposing schools at the Shore know each other well, due to years of competing and training on the same club teams. Britt and Godesky met one another long before they became students at Point Beach High School. Both have trained at Devlin Gymnastics in Wall for years. A lot of these girls from all over do club gymnastics and its unbelievable because they all cheer for each other, said Carrie Godesky. It really is amazing. The support is amazing. Everyone is real welcoming to you when you get there, said Madison Godesky. They cheer you on. This is competitive when you are competing, but besides that everyone is supportive of each other. Both Britt and Godesky have made their presence felt in big school gyms like the Brick and Toms River schools. They confuse us with the [Point] Boro a lot, but also other people think it is cool that we started our own thing and that with only two of us we still do it, said Madison. This fall marks the second season Point Beach has been represented in gymnastics at the Shore, with Britt doing the same in 2004 alone. Britt, who had a stellar year as a freshman, is currently injured but working through it to repeat last falls success. Having a teammate of sorts this fall has helped. It is a lot more fun now, said Britt of having Godesky join the Point Beach ranks. I am not by myself anymore and I have someone to talk to. I introduced her to this, said Britt of bringing Godesky along in the scholastic meets. It is kind of hard right being hurt, so I am kind of sitting on the sidelines. But I am right there. While competing at other teams meets around the Shore Conference, Britt and Godesky are facing important dates ahead to assure postseason berths. Individuals must have two qualifying scores in a given event by Oct. 22 to compete in the Shore
Freshman Madison Godesky [above, left] and sophomore Lindsey Britt hope to qualify for the gymnastics postseason events competing as individuals at Point Beach High School.
Conference Championships, which take place at Brick Memorial High School on Oct. 29. All individuals statewide must qualifying scores clinched by Oct. 25 to qualify for the NJSIAA State Sectional meets, which take place on Nov. 4 and 5. The NJSIAA State Championships mark the seasons end on Nov. 12. All athletes need two scores from the regular season of at least 7.8 in the bars, 8.0 in the beam, 8.3 on the floor and 8.3 in the vault to qualify for the Shore Conference Championships and the NJSIAA State Sectionals. The cutoff to have those scores for the Shore Conference meet is Oct. 22. The NJSIAA cutoff is Oct. 25. Both Britt and Godesky said they are focusing mostly on bars, and they have each posted one qualifying. Britt owns an 8.75 and Godesky who said her main goal is to qualify for the Shore Conference meet has a 7.95. Britt is no stranger to success in the Shore Conference or NJSIAA meets after a successful 2004. At the Shore Conference Championships last year, Britt was second in the bars and sixth in the vault. She also shined in NJSIAA state meets, placing sixth all around at the South Jersey Sectionals to qualify for the NJSIAA State Championships. At the season finale at Rutgers University, Britt placed 23rd all around in the state, backed by the states fourth-best result in the bars. Considered one of New Jerseys top two returning athletes in the bars in one preseason publication, Britt said she will compete in that event only for the rest of the season, needing one more qualifying score to assure a return to the Shore and sectional meets. The local pair will have an opportunity to get the scores they need to advance during a dual meet at Barnegat High School on Tuesday and a Shore Regional meet on Oct. 20. I want to make it to the states again for bars, said Britt. And I want to place in at least the top five after placing fourth last year.
High School Tennis 2005
Possibilities exist for Beach

By Keith Grace The Point Pleasant Beach girls tennis team may lack the talent and experience its lineups have had in past years but, for the moment, the 2005 team remains in the position to enjoy some GIRLS TENNIS of the sucWRAP cesses of Lady Gull teams of the past. With a 12-3 overall record and 7-1 Shore Conference B Central account at press time, the Lady Gulls remain mathematically alive for a piece of the B Central title. Point Beachs B Central picture could become much more clear today however, with a second divisional match scheduled with Shore Regional today. The locals will go into todays match with the Blue Devils the ranked fifth team at the Shore as the underdog after losing the first matchup 5-0. Point Beach has yet to face traditional division power St. Rose in a B Central matchup, but has beaten them in the Shore Conference Tournament. The locals will make up last Thursdays postponed division match with St. Rose on Oct. 18, and face them again a day later. The Lady Gulls also can look to the NJSIAA Central Jersey Group I State Sectional Tournament with hope, opening play as the top seed on Tuesday in the semifinal round. Granted a bye in the quarterfinals, the locals host the winner of yesterdays CJ GI quarterfinal between fourth-seeded New Egypt and fifth-seeded Middlesex. The CJ GI final is slated for Oct. 14. Point Beach who has been in the South Jersey Group I final for the last four years and won sectional crowns in 2002 and 2003 enters Central Jersey Group I for the first time in recent memory. The locals improved to 12-3 on the year on Wednesday after a 5-0 divisional shutout of Henry Hudson, after shutting out division foe Asbury Park on Tuesday. On Monday Point Beach posted a 4-1 B Central victory over Mater Dei, after shutting out Toms River East 5-0 in a nondivisional match last Friday. Point Pleasant Boro fell to 27 on Monday falling B South visitor Lacey, 4-1.
High School Field Hockey 2005
Gaining momentum
Point Boro closes in on .500 with win over Hawks
By Keith Grace Looking to claw its way back to .500, the Point Pleasant Boro field hockey team is gaining the momentum it will need. Coming off an eventful secondhalf comeback on POINT BORO Wednesday to WRAP FIELD HOCKEY beat Shore Conference B South Division host Manchester 21, the Lady Panthers improved to 5-6 overall and 4-4 in B South. Point Boro will look to level out at 6-6 today with a interesting divisional clash with visiting Central Regional, after topping the perennial Shore Conference standout in a divisional game earlier this season. Point Boro will continue what is likely the most pivotal stretch of its season on Monday, hosting B South front-runner Pinelands, before nondivisional games at Toms River South on Wednesday and with visiting Brick Memorial on Thursday. Point Boros victory over Manchester certainly was a big one on Wednesday. Coming off of a tough loss to the Hawks in their first divisional matchup, the Lady Panthers again found themselves facing a potential B South sweep from Manchester, trailing 1-0 less than two minutes into the second half. The locals rallied however, to take the 2-1 victory capped off by the game-winner coming from freshman Brianna Garnet Gull fans and chants of love for Macan himself. Point Beach found itself facing a mountain of adversity despite its 1-0 lead, with St. Rose being awarded the penalty kick followed by playing one man short from 63rd minute on due to a red card. As soon as he [Canning] pointed to the spot I knew what I had to do and realized this could be the breaking point in the game, said Macan of facing Canning for the biggest of his five saves on the night. I knew he was going right right off the bat. So I just went that way and it came right to me. We started to lose it and got frantic leading up to that penalty kick, said Point Beach head coach Adam Curtis. Kevin just came up huge. That was a great save and then nobody was tired anymore and everybody wanted to go out there and keep doing their Blank with 16 minutes left in the game off of a corner. Point Boro tied the game in the 36th minute when junior Erica Schafle scored on a feed from senior Nicole Connolly. Point Boro out-shot Manchester 16-7, as sophomore Sarah Spinapont recorded six saves in goal. Point Boro passed by nondivisional host Howell 2-1 on Monday as senior Samantha Brannick gave her team a 2-0 halftime lead with a pair of goals off assists from juniors Stacy Danziger and Julianna Pike. The locals also dropped a 1-0 B South result to Lacey last Friday night, as the Lions snuck in the games lone goal with just over two minutes before halftime. job. Macans save reinvigorated Point Beach, who followed with two solid scoring threats between the 70th and 72nd minute, and then denied the Purple Roses a legitimate scoring threat afterward. If we went to 1-1 and getting that red card we would have been down 11-10, said Macan looking back to the potential overtime scenario down a man. Maybe going into overtime would have killed us. Macans big save assured none of that ever happened and Point Beachs storybook season continued. Thats what goalkeepers are there for, said Macan. With a memory of the past, this goal keeper was there for the present.
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produced a memorable diving save on a penalty kick to stop Point Beach. So, Macan thought, why couldnt he do the same? He did. And the vision of Sept. 16 ran through his head as soon as the controversial handball was called in the Point Beach box to set up St. Roses opportunity with Canning. That was the first thing that ran through my head, said Macan of Gullaces save several weeks earlier. Their keeper saved our PK last time so I knew I had to pull something out. Macan dove on the ball and held on, helping the Gulls retain their 1-0 lead which the locals held onto for the rest of the game before the field was flooded by
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This weeks question:
Street Beat
The Chicago White Sox, because they played well during the summer and then relaxed near the end of the season. NORRIS DAUS POINT PLEASANT The Pittsburg Pirates, because they havent been the same team since they got rid of coach Leyland, Barry Bonds and Bobby Bonilla. ROY FELDMAN POINT PLEASANT
What baseball team or individual player was the biggest disappointment in the 2005 season?
The Mets, because they made all the right moves but still lost. DREW BOTTONE POINT PLEASANT
Carlos Beltran. BOBBY ALAMEDA POINT PLEASANT
Rafael Palmeiro. I liked him until I found her he did steroids. KEITH ONTO POINT PLEASANT
Barry Bonds. I enjoyed watching him until I found out he took steroids. JIM SCHWEITZER POINT PLEASANT
County to help contractors complete registration

A representative from the Ocean County Department of Consumer Affairs will be available at the County Connection at the Ocean County Mall to assist contractors in registering with the state. A consumer affairs representative will be at our mall store from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sundays, staring Sept. 18 through the end of October, said Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari, who serves as liaison to consumer affairs. We want to assist those legitimate home improvement contractors with their registration to make certain our residents get the best home improvement contractors available. Contractors must be registered with the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs by Dec. 31 if they want to do business here. Legitimate contractors will no resist registering, Freeholder Vicari said. Scam artists will. Home improvement contractors who are not registered with the state as of Dec. 31 will not be issued municipal construction permits and will not be permitted to perform home improvement work in New Jersey, Freeholder Vicari said. A violation of this act constitutes a crime of the fourth degree and could come up with a fine of up to $7,500 and jail time of up to 18 months. Contractors would like assistance before Sept. 18 can contact the Ocean County Department of Consumer Affairs or the state. The New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs can be reached by calling 1-888-656-6225. The Ocean County Department of Consumer Affairs can be reached by calling 732-929-2105. Currently contracts for home improvement projects costing $500 or more must be written and must include the legal name and business address of the contractor as well as a start date, a completion date, a description of the work to be done and the total price. After Dec. 31 that contract must also include the contractors registration number, Freeholder Vicari said. Its another layer of protection for all of our consumers.
BORO
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Deptford is actually a spot away from the top eight with seven power points. But, due to the fact both Deptford and West Deptford face schedules with Group III and IV school in weeks ahead, both could soar to the top with consistent victories. Point Boro meanwhile will face Group I opponents from tonight through Oct. 21, meaning potential victories over Keansburg, Keyport and Shore will bring the minimum amount of points to the SJ GII ladder. We could win out and maybe not even have a home playoff game this year, said Thompson looking at the potentials in the SJ GII playoffs. Maybe we do, if we have all kinds of things go our way for the rest of the year. Point Boro will look to control what it can from here on in, winning football games. They want to get back to the state playoffs and we cannot afford a single loss, said Thompson. That is the message. Point Pleasant Beach [0-4, 04] heads to Monsignor Donovan tonight for a Shore National matchup with the 1-2 Griffins.
ON CAMPUS
THE MOST RECENT INFORMATION AVAILABLE ON LOCALS PLAYING ON THE COLLEGE LEVEL
Raffle Winner Announced
Point Pleasant Boro High School graduate Ryan Canary [Fr. OL] got the first start of his collegiate football career with The University of Maine last Saturday, starting at left guard in the Black Bears 31-7 victory over Albany last Saturday. Point Pleasant Boro High School graduates Allison Fream [Jr. F] of Kean University and Amy Ketchersid [Jr. F/Mid] of Ramapo College met as New Jersey Athletic Conference womens soccer opponents once again last Wednesday as Freams Cougars beat the Roadrunners 3-0. Fream scored two goals in the game. The former longtime teammates were both starters for their respective teams. Point Pleasant Boro High School graduate Rachel Farnsworth [So.] placed 14th at a time of 18:29 for the Princeton University womens cross country team at the Yale Golf Club last Saturday to aid the Tigers 23-34 win over Yale and 19-44 win over Harvard in the annual Harvard/Yale/Princeton womens cross country meet. Point Pleasant Beach High School graduate Doug Lempa [So. LB] recorded three assisted tackles as a reserve for the Cornell University football team in the Big Reds 3420 loss to Colgate. Point Pleasant Beach High School graduate Jon Robinson [So. K] kicked a 26-yard field goal and was 3-for3 in extra point attempts for the Kean University football team in the Cougars 24-6 New Jersey Athletic Conference victory over William Paterson University last Saturday. Point Pleasant Boro High School graduate Brittany Popaca [So.] won a straight set shutout at third singles for the Moravian College womens tennis team in last Saturdays 7-2 victory over Juniata College.
Photo Courtesy Phil Crincoli
Ashley Gebert [above, center] 5, from Point Pleasant picked the winners for the Point Pleasant Lions Club raffle held on Sept. 19 at the boardwalk in Point Pleasant Beach. Also pictured are Lions Gene Gourley [above, left], Vice President of Raffle Operations and King Lion Ralph Molinari [above, right], President of the Point Pleasant Lions Club. Winner of the 2005 Yamaha Scooter was Joan Muoio of Brick. The winner of the Manco Power Sports Scooter was Allison Vogel of Howell.
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Obituaries
Ignazion Tranchita
Point Pleasant resident Ignazion Tranchita died Friday, Sept. 30 in his home. He was 83 years old. Born in Elizabeth, Mr. Tranchita lived in the Petersberg section, before moving to Point Pleasant 24 years ago. He was employed for many years as a brick mason in the Union County area. Additionally, he was part owner of The New Roma Bar, Elizabeth, a familyowned business that was established by his late father, Vito. Later, he and his late brother Joseph owned The Pebble Lounge, also in Elizabeth. He was a former member of the Mattano Club, Elizabeth. Mr. Tranchita was an Army veteran of World War II. He was a beloved husband and loving father. He was predeceased by his wife of more than 41 years, Elizabeth Migliore Tranchita. Surviving are three sons, Robert and his wife, Ceola, Whiting, Manchester, James and his wife, Donna, Point Pleasant, and Russell and his companion, Anthony Roberts, Brick Township; one daughter, Michele Barzydlo, and her husband, Charles, Point Pleasant; one sister, Vita DAlosio, Toms River; seven grandchildren, Cindy, Lisa, Amanda, Eric, Danielle, Christopher and Kara; and two great-grandchildren, April and Michael. Funeral arrangements were from the Pable-Evertz Funeral Home, Point Pleasant. Mrs. Wolfe was born in Yonkers, N.Y. Surviving are her husband, Edwin; her daughter, Carol Meadows, Sand City, Calif.; four grandchildren, Kristin Gervia, Sarah Schupbach, Charles Meadows and William Meadows; and four great-grandchildren, Elise and Crystal Meadows, and Brody and Sierra Gervia. Funeral arrangements were from the Benito & Azzaro Pacific Gardens Chapel, Santa Cruz, Calif. Contributions in Mrs. Wolfes memory may be made to Heartland Hospice, 2511 Garden Rd., Monterey, CA 93940. Pleasant, and Helen Lord, Brick Township; 10 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren. Funeral arrangements were from the Day Funeral Home, Keyport. Letters of condolence may be sent to Day-FH@optonline.net. Burns, both of Toms River; and two grandchildren, Megan and Thomas. Funeral arrangements were from the Timothy E. Ryan Home for Funerals, Toms River. Condolences may be sent to www.ryanfuneral home.com.
____________________ Joan Boylan Wagner

Lavallette resident Joan Boylan Wagner died Thursday, Sept. 29 in her home. She was 75 years old. Born and raised in Plainfield, Mrs. Wagner lived in Middlesex and Whitehouse Station before moving to Lavallette in 1995. She was a secretary and dedicated employee of the Middlesex board of education for more than 30 years before retiring in 1995. She was predeceased by her sister, Barbara Hunter. Surviving are her husband of 54 years, Richard B.; two sons and daughters-in-law, Richard and Gayle, Hillsborough, and Mark and Yvette, Pine Beach; one daughter, Carol Renda, Keller, Texas; a sister, Janice Hope, Santa Barbara, Calif.; and eight grandchildren, Jared, Tye, Blaire, Melissa, Madelyne and Molly Wagner, and Rudy and Anthony Renda. Funeral arrangements were from the Timothy E. Ryan Home for Funerals, Lavallette. Contributions in Mrs. Wagners memory may be made to the Alzheimers Association, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 1700, Chicago, IL 60601.
____________________ Lucy V. Zavardino

Bradley Beach resident Lucy V. Francone Zavardino, whose sister lives in Point Pleasant, died Tuesday, Sept. 27 in Jersey Shore University Medical Center, Neptune. She was 77 years old. Born and raised in Hoboken, Mrs. Zavardino lived in Bradley Beach for 34 years. She was a homemaker, a dedicated wife, and loving mother. She was a communicant of the Church of the Ascension, Bradley Beach. She was predeceased by her daughter, Anna N. Falco in 1997; her parents, Alfonso and Nunziata Valastro Francone; three brothers, John, Louis and Mario; and four sisters, Marie, Antoinette, Helen and Frances. Surviving are her husband, Nicholas; her daughter and best friend, Mary N. Zavardino, Bradley Beach; and four sisters, Mary Siano, Point Pleasant, Margaret Andreano, Toms River, and Viola Rocco and Maria Castle, both of Bradley Beach. Funeral arrangements were from the OBrien Funeral Home, Wall Township.
____________________ Terence M. James

Brick Township resident Terence Terry M. James, formerly of Bay Head, died Saturday, Oct. 1 in his daughters home in Point Pleasant. He was 76 years old. Born in Hammersmith, London, Mr. James graduated from London University as a veterinary surgeon, and took up a general practice in Wales. In the mid 1960s, he took a post in Zambia, becoming the chief veterinary officer for the country, and lived there for seven years. After this, he was employed by the Canadian government and from there he was employed in the United States with Bristol-Meyers Squibb for 17 years, living in Flemington until they sold the animal health division. After that, he was employed as a consultant for one year with Ciba-Geigy in Switzerland, retiring in 1990. After retirement, Mr. James resided in Spain and Portugal before returning to the United States three years ago, living in Bay Head until he moved to Brick one year ago. He enjoyed soccer, cricket and golf and loved to bike, row and fish. Also, he enjoyed a good book, loved classical music and was a stamp collector. Surviving are his wife of 38 years, Barbara Jones James; two daughters and sons-in-law, Rachel and Kyle Berkeley, Point Pleasant, and Susan and Richard Ayre, Danbury, Conn.; and five grandchildren, Emma and Terence Berkeley, and Megan, Terence and Ffion Ayre. Funeral arrangements are from the Colonial Funeral Home, Brick. A memorial gathering will be offered from 1 to 3 p.m. on Sunday in the funeral home, with a memorial service being held at 2:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Mr. James memory may be made to either the American Heart Association, 2550 US Highway 1, North Brunswick 08902 or the American Cancer Society, 801 Broad St. Shrewsbury 07702.
____________________ Martin H. Rankin

Hazlet resident Martin H. Rankin, whose sister lives in Point Pleasant, died Thursday, Sept. 29 in his home. He was 89 years old. Born in Hoboken, Mr. Rankin lived in Keyport and Union Beach before moving to Hazlet four years ago. He was employed as a janitor with the Beers Street School, Hazlet, retiring in 1981. Previously, he was employed as a bookkeeper. He was a communicant of Holy Family Church, Union Beach. He was a Navy veteran of World War II. He was predeceased in 1987 by his wife, Dorothy Brown Rankin, and in 1990 by his son, Martin. Surviving are three daughters, Janice Riegler, Union Beach, Diane Gaffney, Beachwood, and Beverly Weston, Union Beach; one brother, John, of Lakewood; two sisters, Mildred Hecker, Point
____________________ Esther Jane Wolfe

Carmel, Calif., resident Esther Jane Wolfe, formerly of Point Pleasant, died Saturday, Sept. 29 in Monterey, Calif. She was 91 years old.
____________________ Mary A. Montagna

Berkeley resident Mary A. DeCeglia Montagna, whose sister lives in Lavallette, died Sunday, Oct. 2 in Community Medical Center, Toms River. She was 76 years old. Born in Jersey City, Mrs. Montagna lived in Fords and in Florida, before moving to the Holiday City West section of Berkeley six years ago. She was a homemaker. She was a parishioner of St. Maximilian Kolbe Church, Toms River. She was predeceased in 2003 by her husband, Anthony. Surviving are one son and daughter-in-law, Vincent and Robin, Kendall Park; three sisters, Ann Garbarini, Lavallette, and Mildred Martino and Dolores
_____________________________ BOROUGH OF POINT PLEASANT BEACH LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following Ordinance was introduced and passed on first reading on the 6th day of September, 2005 and was adopted on second and final reading by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Point Pleasant Beach on the 4th day of October, 2005. Maryann Ellsworth, RMC Municipal Clerk ORDINANCE 2005 - 34
AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF POINT PLEASANT BEACH, OCEAN COUNTY, NEW JERSEY, AMENDING CHAPTER XIX TO CREATE A NEW ZONING DISTRICT TO BE KNOWN AS MARINE COMMERCIAL TWO (MC-2) BE IT ORDAINED by the Borough Council of the Borough of Point Pleasant Beach, County of Ocean and State of New Jersey, as follows: SECTION 1. Chapter 19 of the Borough Code, entitled Development shall be amended to
create a new zoning district to be known as Marine Commercial - Two (MC-2), and to insert the following provisions into the Chapter as indicated: 19-9.7f Conditional Uses A. Purpose: Townhouse as a new use in the Marine Commercial -Two Zone (MC-2) is established to provide sites for low-rise development of attached residential units at medium to high densities. Such developments are intended to serve as a transition between areas of detached residences and areas of higher commercial development.
B. Definitions. A "townhouse unit" is a single dwelling unit, situated at ground level, served by its own exclusive exterior entrance, and attached to one or more other such units by fire walls or fire separation walls. A "townhouse building" is a building composed of two or more townhouse units. C. Area of Zone. The new MC2 Zone shall be limited to and shall include the property designated as Block 165, Lots 1, 2, 11 and 12, and also designated as Block 165, Lots 1.01, 1.02, 1.03, 1.04 and 1.05 on the Subdivision Map dated April 2, 2004
as prepared by Paul K. Lynch, which property is bounded by Broadway to the south, Baltimore Avenue to the west and Channel Drive to the north. D. Permitted Principal Uses: 1. Townhouses E. Development Regulations 1. Townhouses. Each townhouse shall have a minimum of one thousand five hundred (1,500) square feet of habitable floor area. 2. Balconies, stoops, steps, open porches, decks, bay windows, raised doorways chimneys, and awnings projected from the front faade may lie within the front yard setback no
___________________________________________________________________________________________ BOROUGH OF POINT PLEASANT BEACH COUNTY OF OCEAN SUMMARY OR SYNOPSIS OF 2004 AUDIT REPORT Attention is directed to the fact that a summary or synopsis of the audit report, together with the recommendations, is the minimum required to be published pursuant to N.J.S. 40A:5-7. COMBINED COMPARATIVE BALANCE SHEET REGULATORY ACCOUNTING BASIS 2003 2004 Assets Cash and Investments $ 7,042,736.97 $ 5,009,017.63 Taxes, Assessments, Lien and Utility Charges Receivable 315,526.13 498,037.30 Accounts Receivable and Other Assets 260,262.12 280,711.38 Fixed Capital 9,732,195.18 7,515,673.70 Fixed Capital Authorized and Uncompleted 158,478.52 Fixed Assets 13,644,797.76 13,370,474.00 Deferred Charges To Revenue of Succeeding Years 23,085.83 384,000.00 Deferred Charges To Future Taxation: Funded 2,807,226.90 3,036,702.67 5,133,302.43 Unfunded 5,720,032.43 Total Assets $39,704,341.84 $35,227,919.11 Liabilities, Reserves and Fund Balance Bonds and Notes Payable $11,767,400.00 $ 9,065,102.67 Improvement Authorizations 3,177,093.98 2,967,259.40 Investment in Fixed Assets 13,644,797.76 13,370,474.00 Other Liabilities and Special Funds 8,339,738.76 7,655,481.15 Reserve for Certain Assets Receivable 648,117.84 632,733.16 1,536,868.73 Fund Balance 2,127,193.50 Total Liabilities, Reserves and Fund Balance $39,704,341.84 $35,227,919.11 CURRENT FUND COMPARATIVE STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE REGULATORY ACCOUNTING BASIS Years ended December 31, 2004 and 2003 2004 2003 Revenue and Other Income Realized: Fund Balance Utilized $ 1,048,000.00 $ 1,069,974.29 Miscellaneous Revenue Anticipated 4,020,682.92 3,983,861.05 Receipts From Delinquent Taxes 275,717.71 261,115.63 Receipts From Current Taxes 17,836,617.02 16,949,219.11 Non-Budget Revenue 180,784.02 96,049.71 Other Credits To Income: Unexpended Balance of Appropriation Reserves 138,403.68 123,849.31 Prior Utility Deficit Returned 109,719.03 Reserve for Encumbrances Cancelled 52,524.74 Due To State of New Jersey Cancelled 24,578.73 Grant Reserve Balances Cancelled 122,764.67 322,604.33 Interfunds Refunded 83,338.58 Total Revenues 23,693,262.96 23,006,541.57 Expenditures: Budget Appropriations within CAPS: Operations: Salaries and Wages 4,091,293.00 3,856,640.31 Other Expenses 2,824,629.50 2,936,889.00 Deferred Charges and Statutory Expenditures 254,039.60 388,940.41 Budget Appropriations Excluded From CAPS: Operations: Salaries and Wages 329,803.00 220,227.59 Other Expenses 420,450.34 473,973.15 Capital Improvements 35,000.00 70,000.00 Municipal Debt Services 410,350.00 410,067.55 Deferred Charges 9,000.00 78,103.84 Local District School Taxes 8,358,114.00 7,671,031.00 County Taxes 5,558,093.75 5,418,718.90
Interfund Advances Deficit in Developers Escrow Overexpenditure of Appropriation Reserves State Tax Appeals Granted Total Expenditures Excess in Revenue Adjustment To Income Before Fund Balance: Expenditures Above Which Are By Statute Deferred Charges To Budget of Succeeding Year Statutory Excess to Fund Balance Fund Balance, January 1 Decreased By: Utilized as Anticipated Revenue Interfund Liquidation Fund Balance, December 31
119,227.83 40,871.46 23,085.83 ___________ 22,473,958.31 1,219,304.65
11,560.50 21,536,152.25 1,470,389.32
23,085.83 1,242,390.48 1,511,126.45 2,753,516.93 1,048,000.00 ___________ 1,048,000.00 $ 1,705,516.93
384,000.00 1,854,389.32 1,095,711.42 2,950,100.74 1,069,974.29 369,000.00 1,438,974.29 $ 1,511,126.45
WATER/SEWER UTILITY OPERATING FUND COMPARATIVE STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE REGULATORY ACCOUNTING BASIS Years ended December 31, 2004 and 2003 2003 2004 Revenue and Other Income Realized: Water/Sewer Rents $3,728,477.42 $2,988,332.48 Miscellaneous Revenue 122,168.27 73,511.06 Deficit (General Budget) 175,740.41 Other Credits To Income: Cancel Accounts Payable Balance 11.29 Unexpended Balance of Appropriation Reserves ___________ 136,192.90 Total Revenues 3,850,656.98 3,373,776.85 Expenditures: Operating 3,172,366.00 2,955,167.00 Debt Service 255,756.69 230,735.18 Deferred Charges 160,024.67 27,850.00 Statutory Expenditures 26,600.00 Total Expenditures 3,454,722.69 3,373,776.85 Excess Revenue 395,934.29 Adjustment To Income Before Fund Balance: Expenditures Above Which Are By Statute _________ Deferred Charges To Budget of Succeeding Year 4,389.7 0 400,323.99 Fund Balance, January 1 2,959.29 2,959.29 Fund Balance, December 31 $ 403,283.28 $ 2,959.29 RECOMMENDATIONS Accounting Records: * That the Boroughs General Ledgers balance and be properly maintained in accordance with New Jersey Accounting Principles. * That the General Fixed Assets Account Group be maintained in conformity with Technical Accounting Directive 85-2. ******************** A Corrective Action Plan, which will outline actions the Borough of Point Pleasant Beach will take to correct the findings listed above, will be prepared in accordance with the federal and state requirements. A copy of it will be placed on file and made available for public inspection in the Office of the Borough Clerk within forty-five (45) days of this notice. The above summary of synopsis was prepared from the report of audit of the Borough of Point Pleasant Beach, County of Ocean, for the calendar year 2004. This report of audit, submitted by Douglas R. Gannon, Registered Municipal Accountant, of Hutchins, Farrell, Meyer & Allison, P.A., is on file at the Municipal Clerks office and may be inspected by any interested persons. MARYANN ELLSWORTH, RMC Municipal Clerk ($129.54) (381) (10-07) The Ocean Star
closer than five feet from the property line. Balconies/decks are permitted on the top floor along the rear of each unit. 3. Parking areas must be accessed from a rear alley or lane. 4. Streetscapes shall also be reinforced by lines of uniformly spaced shade trees and may be further reinforced by wide sidewalks, walls, hedges or fences that define front yards. 5. Buildings, structures and landscape features shall be arranged so as to create visual interest, avoid monotony, maximize privacy, conserve natural features, minimize the need for grading, provide for usable areas of common and private open space, facilitate efficient vehicular and pedestrian circulation, and promote security and personal safety. 6. Townhouse units may be in condominium ownership, where two or more units are located on a single lot, or in a type of ownership where each unit is located on a separate lot. No dwelling unit shall be constructed over another unit. 7. Any development is the zone must be submitted to the architectural review committee for review and approval prior to final approval. 8. Townhouses shall have a maximum of two bedrooms per unit. F. Permitted Accessory Uses 1. Parking in accordance with subsection 19-11.7, in addition offstreet for residential dwelling units not permitted in front yard setbacks. Parking must not interrupt the conti-
nuity of the pedestrian realm. 2. Fences and Walls in accordance with subsection 9-11.4; in addition, chain link fences shall not be permitted on any lot frontages. Fencing should be in character with the proposed structure. 3. Signs in accordance with subsection 19-11.0 4. Playgrounds, pocket parks and open space G. Area Yard and Structure Requirements 1. Minimum Lot Area: Two thousand three hundred (2,300) square feet 2. Minimum Lot Width: TwentyThree (23) feet. 3. Townhouse Units per Building: (Min) - 4 units 4. Townhouse Unit Width (Max): Twenty-Five (25) feet, except one corner unit per building may be a maximum of Twenty-Eight (28) feet. 5. Minimum Front Yard Setback: Ten (10) feet 6. Minimum Side Yard Setback: Ten (10) feet between buildings 7. Minimum Rear Yard Setback: Thirty (30) feet 8. Building Height: Thirty-five feet (35) and shall not exceed 2 1/2 stories of living space 9. Maximum Building Coverage: Sixty (60%) percent 10. Maximum Impervious: Seventy (70%) percent 11. Parking: The parking shall conform to the requirements of the Residential Site Improvement
Standards (RSIS). H. Aesthetics 1. Buildings in this zone should be designed with an eye toward architectural detailing that can be unique, but should not detract from the appearance of any adjacent structures. Innovative use of architectural design elements shall be designed so as to create visual interest and differentiate individual units through variations in rooflines, wall setbacks and building materials or through use of porches, bay windows, staircases and other projecting elements. 2. Strategic corner buildings shall incorporate more prominent architectural features since they have at least two facades visibly exposed to the street. These features include but are not limited to: towers, clocks, intricate/larger cornices or similar features to achieve visual prominence. 3. The exposed side of and or rear elevations shall have a level of quality and detail consistent with the front elevation of the dwelling. SECTION 2. This Ordinance shall be subject to review and recommendation by the Borough Planning Board in accordance with N.J.S.A. 40:55D-26. SECTION 3. This Ordinance repeals any inconsistent ordinance or ordinances or part or parts thereof. SECTION 4. This Ordinance shall take effect immediately upon its final passage and publication as required by law. ($67.66) (199) (10-07) The Ocean Star
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ BOROUGH OF BAY HEAD PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL PROPERTY FOR NON-PAYMENT OF TAXES AND OTHER MUNICIPAL CHARGES PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that I, Patricia A. Wojcik, C.T.C., Tax Collector of the Borough of Bay Head, County of Ocean, State of New Jersey, shall sell at public auction on the 4th day of November, 2005 at 10:00 a.m. at the Municipal Building, Rear #81 Bridge Avenue, Bay Head, NJ 08742 the lands described in the following list. The amount set forth below represents a complete statement of real estate taxes, assessments, sewer charges and other municipal charges against properties existing on December 31, 2004 together with interest and costs on all items computed to November 4th, 2004. The sale will be conducted in accordance with the provisions of New Jersey Statute R.S. 54:5-19 to 120 and R.S. 40:24A-21 and Chapter 91 Law 1974 Senate Bill 667 inclusive and the acts mandatory thereof and thereto. Subscriber will sell in fee to the person who bids the amount due,subject to redemption at the lowest rate of interest, but in no case exceeding 18%. Industrial Properties may be subject to the Spill Compensation and Control Act (N.J.S.A. 58:10-23, 11 et seq.), the Water Pollution Control Act (N.J.S.A. 58:10A et seq.) and Industrial Site Recovery (N.J.S.A. 13:1K-6 et seq.). In addition, the municipality is precluded from issuing a tax sale certificate to any prospective purchaser who is or may be in any way connected to the prior owner or operator of the site. Payment of sale items must be in form of CASH, CERTIFIED CHECK, MONEY ORDER or other guaranteed payment! All payments made prior to the tax sale must include all 2005 interest pursuant to Chapter 75 laws of 1991. Real estate taxes, assessments, sewer charges and other municipal charges for the year 2005 are not included in this sale. Payments in full inclusive of all 2005 interest charges, of any item, may be made prior to the sale by remitting, CASH, CERTIFIED CHECK or MONEY ORDER to: BOROUGH OF BAY HEAD TAX COLLECTOR P.O. BOX 248 BAY HEAD, NJ 08742 Property Block Lot(s) Owner Namer Location Principal Interest Costs Total 9 9 Stockhoff, Robert W & Christin 321 Western Ave T 1,678.70 170.22 S 365.00 39.18 45.06 2,298.16* 12 38 Maione, Philip & Karen 215 Park Ave S 208.48 1.62 15.00 225.10 23 4 Byrne, Christopher 98 Osborne Ave T 5,281.20 964.01 S 650.00 54.24 100.00 7,069.45* 52 8 Marra, Allen C & Patricia 432 Lake Ave S 335.00 35.96 15.00 385.96 69 1 KSVW Corp., C/O J Ziegler 70 Strickland St T 37.05 5.43 15.00 57.48 1.01 & 2 (*) Multiple Balance Total PATRICIA A. WOJCIK Tax Collector ($206.72) (152) (10-07, 10-14, 10-21, 10-28) The Ocean Star
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Houses of Worship
ALL SAINTS EPISCOPAL
Bay Head 500 Lake Ave.
The Rev. Neil C. Turton is rector. Sunday services with Holy Eucharist are at 8 and 10:15 a.m. Nursery care is now available for the 10:15 a.m. service. Church school meets at 10:15 a.m. Weekday services are Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, morning prayer at 8:30 a.m.; Wednesday, Holy Eucharist at 8:30 a.m. For more information, call the parish office at 732-892-7478.
Bible classes are available to all ages, beginning at 9:45 a.m. every Sunday, 7 p.m. is the Evening Praise & Testimony time. On Wednesdays, family night begins at 7:30 p.m., including ministry for boys and girls and also youth fellowship. For more information, call 732295-9191.
FIRST BAPTIST
Point Pleasant Beach 708 McLean Ave.
BAY HEAD CHAPEL

Bay Head Bridge and Main avenues
The Bay Head Chapel is closed for the season. Services will resume next May. For information call 732-8922317.
CENTRAL UNITED METHODIST

Point Pleasant Beach 729 Arnold Ave.
The worship services begin at 10:45 a.m. Pastor John Helm will be bringing the sermon. Sunday school for all ages is held at 9:30 a.m. Call the church to register. Prayer hour meets Wednesday at 7 p.m. For information or prayer, call 732-892-4648.
invited to attend the first part of the 9 a.m. worship service with their parents. Club LOGOS, for children in preschool through fifth grade, takes place on Wednesdays from 4 to 7 p.m., including music, recreation, Bible study and a kid-friendly dinner. Youth connection groups for junior and senior high meet on Sundays from 6 to 8 p.m. Boy Scout Troop 6 meets on Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m., with Pack 6 of the Cub Scouts meeting at various times. A variety of adult education opportunities and support groups are available. For more information, call the church office at 732-899-0587 or visit www.pointpresbyterian.org.
A morning worship service with the chancel choir will be held at 11 a.m. For additional information, contact the church office at 732-8925926.
ST. PETERS CHURCH

Point Pleasant Beach 406 Forman Ave.
The church office is open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Tuesday through Thursday. The church and fellowship hall are handicapped-accessible and air-conditioned. Call the church office at 732793-6028 for more information.
SACRED HEART
Bay Head 751 Main Ave.
GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN

Point Pleasant 708 Ocean Road
For more information, call 732899-1398.
Central United Methodist Church, open minds, open hearts, open doors. Sunday worship services are led by Pastor Tyler Christensen. Nursery service is provided at the 10 a.m. service. Sunday school is at 10:15 a.m. For more information, please call the church office at 732-8923233. We look forward to having you join us Sunday morning.
The traditional Sunday services are held at 8:15 and 11 a.m. A contemporary service is held at 9:30 a.m. Sunday school for children ages two through high school is held at 10:30 a.m. For more information, call Pastor Schonberg at 732-8924492.
ST. MARTHA ROMAN CATHOLIC

Point Pleasant 3800 Herbertsville Road
Saturday Mass is at 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Sunday Mass begins at 7:30, 9 and 10:30 a.m., noon and 4 p.m. For more information, call 732295-3630.
Vigil Mass is as listed: Saturday 5:30 p.m. and Sunday at 6:30, 7:45, 9, and 10:30 a.m. and noon. Daily Masses are at 6:30 and 10 a.m. On the first Friday of each month, Masses are held at 6:30, 8:30 and 10 a.m. Eucharist adoration is following the 10 a.m. Mass. The Holy Day vigil is at 7:30 p.m. The Holy Day services are at 6:30, 8:30 and 10 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Confessions are on Saturday 4:30 to 5:15 p.m. and from 6:30 to 7 p.m. on the eve of a Holy Day. St. Peters Church also holds two monthly Masses followed by individual healing prayers. On the second Friday of each month, the rosary begins at noon. On the fourth Tuesday of each month, the rosary begins at 7:15 p.m. For more information, call 732892-0049.
ST. SIMON-BY-THE-SEA EPISCOPAL CHURCH

Mantoloking 1324 Ocean Ave.
The Church of St. Simon-bythe-Sea is closed until June 2006.
TEMPLE BETH OR
Brick Township 200 Van Zile Road
ST. MARY BY THE SEA

Point Pleasant Beach Bay and Atlantic avenues
FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH

Lavallette 1801 Grand Central Ave.
HARVEY MEMORIAL UNITED METHODIST

Point Pleasant 1120 Arnold Ave.
Sunday worship services are held at 9:15 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Sunday school begins at 9 a.m. Faith Lutheran Church Food Pantry would like to thank Ocean County Girl Scout Troop No. 470, its leader Pat Doles and the Lavallette Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary for their support and assistance during the recent postal food drive. Please remember local food pantries. Their food supplies have been diminished during this time of need for the victims of Hurricane Katrina. Most people have been focusing on the tragedy in the South and have overlooked the needs of residents here. To make a monetary donation or to donate canned goods, contact the church office at 732-793-8138.
Pastor Eileen Murphy presides over the morning worship service at 10:30 a.m. Our Christian education program is held on Sunday mornings from 9 to 10:15 a.m. for preschool through adults. Services in Spanish are held on Sundays at 4:30 p.m., led by the Rev. Allen Ruscito. For more information, call the church office at 732-892-1660.
Interim vicar the Rev. Terry Martin and the Rev. Linda Chase, pastoral assistant, lead the Sunday services. The Eucharist begins at 8 a.m. and the choral Eucharist begins at 10 a.m. Nursery care is available for the 10 a.m. service. Sunday school begins at 9:30 a.m. For more information, call 732892-9254.
Dr. Robert E. Fierstien, rabbi, leads the conservative congregation. Temple-service hours are Friday at 8 p.m. and Saturday at 9:30 a.m. Daily Minyan Monday through Thursday at sundown. Temple Beth Or offers Hebrew School, Hebrew High School, adult education, youth groups, mens club, sisterhood and various social functions. Please call 732-458-4700 for more information or visit www.templebethorbrick.org.
ST. PAULS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Bay Head Bridge And West Lake avenues
UNION CHURCH
Lavallette 25 Philadelphia Ave.
OUR LADY OF PEACE

Normandy Beach Seventh Avenue and Highway 35
Weekend Masses are at 5 p.m. on Saturday and 9:30 a.m. on Sunday. Weekday Masses begin at 8 a.m. For more information, call 732793-7803.
The Rev. Scott H. Bostwick is pastor. On Sundays, a family worship service will be held at 9 a.m. Sunday school will begin at 9 a.m., nursery is available. At 10 a.m., coffee hour will be held in the fellowship hall.
Sunday-morning services, led by Pastor Todd Condell, will be held at 8 and 10 a.m. Sunday school is at 10 a.m. Choir rehearsal is at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday. The Womens Aid Society and the Mens Club meet at 9:30 a.m. on the second Monday of each month.
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FELLOWSHIP CHAPEL
Point Pleasant Ocean Road School, Route 88
POINT PLEASANT PRESBYTERIAN

Point Pleasant Beach Bay and Forman avenues
The Sunday services are held at 9 and 11 a.m. Sunday school is available to children between the grades of kindergarten and sixth grade. A nursery is provided. For more information, call 732892-1445.
FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD

Point Pleasant 3118 Bridge Ave.
Sunday morning services, led by Pastor Rev. David A. Kaiser, begin at 10:30 a.m.
Everyone is welcome at the Point Pleasant Presbyterian Church come as you are! Sunday worship services, led by the Rev. Carlos E. Wilton, Ph.D., and the Rev. Robin Lostetter, M.Div., are at 9 and 11 a.m, with fellowship and refreshments after each service. Excellent infant care is provided during the worship, with silent pagers available so parents can keep in touch. Sunday church school is from 9:20 to 10:30 a.m., with children
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SCHOOL NEWS
By Brian McGinn Hundreds of thousands of people in the Gulf Coast region have been displaced from their homes and lost most of their possessions due to hurricanes Katrina and Rita. In an effort to provide a little comfort to those who have lost their homes, the eighth-grade class at G. Harold Antrim Elementary School in Point Pleasant Beach is making fleece blankets to be sent to the storm-ravaged region. The idea of making the blankets came from a local parent, Michelle Edwards, who thought it would be a great project for the students to undertake. We thought it would be a great project for the eighth-grade class, said eighth-grade language arts teacher Karen Deacon. It was a good opportunity for the kids to learn something and have a good time. The students took time during classes last Friday and will work on the blankets again today. In all, the eighth-graders will have made 55 blankets when the project is complete. The project was initially set to be completed last Friday, but because many of the students had never made a blanket before, the project will be completed today. We had planned for the students to each make two blankets last Friday, Ms. Deacon said. But they were just learning how to do it and it took a little more time so a pair of students each made one blanket last Friday and will make one [today]. The 48-by-60-inch blankets were made by placing two pieces of soft fleece, with cut slits around the edges of the fabric, on top of one another and tying the two pieces together. They are so comfortable, Ms. Deacon said. Whoever gets these blankets will love them. As an added bonus, the school has decided to wrap each blanket around a stuffed animal to provide a Gulf Coast child with another reminder of the comforts of home. Although the blankets started as an eighth-grade class project, word of what the schools oldest students were working on quickly spread and several other classes took up the project as well. As a result of the increased participation, the G. Harold Antrim Elementary School will send approximately 300 blankets wrapped around stuffed animals to the Gulf Coast by mid-October. I think this is an important lesson for the students to learn, Ms. Deacon said. They are learning for the first time what it is like to be part of a larger community and what it is like to help their fellow man.
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Antrim School students make blankets for hurricane victims
Karen Deacons eighth-grade class [above] at G. Harold Antrim School started a blanket-making project for victims of hurricanes Katrina and Rita last week. The class will make 50 blankets to be sent to displaced Gulf Coast residents.
Panther Competition Band takes Best Visual trophy at tournament

Point Pleasant Borough High Schools Panther Competition Band captured the Best Visual trophy for Group III on Saturday at South Brunswick High Schools 26th Tournament of Champions. This tournament was a Gold Star United States Scholastic Band Association [USSBA] show, judged by a panel of seven judges. In its group, the Panther Band competed against a field of five other bands from New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania. The top three bands scored within .15 of a point of each other, with Point Pleasant finishing in third place scoring a season-high 76.70 points. This came following the previous weeks trophy for Best Guard at the Piscataway Superchief Band Festival. The Panther Band, which won the championship in USSBA Group II last year, has increased in size, moving up to Group III in the Open class for experienced bands. The Panther bands show, The Adventures of Bonnie and Clyde, combines visual program set against the music from The Incredibles and features several solo musical performances. The band is under the direction of Don Noe, ColorGuard Advisors Darell Woodliff and Robin Soden, and Percussion Advisor Bill Barlics. Senior Drum Majors are Caitlin Springer and Jamey Vavra, with Junior Drum Major Lucas Sullivan. The Color Guard Captain is Lindsay Harmon with co-captains Kelsi Galya, Rachel Martin and Chelsea Stanton. Upcoming events in which the band will participate include this Saturdays Showcase of Champions at Jackson Memorial High School, and the USSBA Show at Manchester Township High School on Sunday, Oct.16, starting at 12:15 PM. The band also performs at all Point Pleasant High School football games, weather permitting.
St. Peter School to host benefit car wash

St. Peter School will be holding a benefit car wash on Saturday, Oct. 8 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the schools parking lot. There is a minimum $5 donation and all proceeds will benefit St. Thomas Catholic Grammar School in Long Beach, Miss., a school destroyed by Hurricane Katrina that has been adopted by St. Peters School.
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SCHOOL NEWS
Walking To Keep Healthy
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Hogan can we go out and pull weeds? The Voyager Club, he described, is for students who might be bored with just the curriculum found in the regular school setting. Its for the kids that need something extra than theyre doing in class, the club director said. [The program] builds their minds. Other projects the club has undertaken, he said, have involved a political debate during last years presidential election and a mysteries unit that had the group acting as detectives in the ancient and modern worlds. We do a lot of things to help kids expand their minds, Mr. Hogan said.
Voyager Club students to track arrival of spring using tulips

By Erik Weber Seeking a program to excite and involve his Voyager Club students in nature, Ocean Road technology instructor John Hogan came across the Journey North Program. Classes from across the country sign up, said Mr. Hogan, who is also the schools head gardener. The students plant red emperor tulip bulbs in the fall and then in the spring wait for them to blossom. The program, he said, is involved with the Journey North web site that has classes from across North America and Europe involved in reporting the tulips blossoming. The kids get on the web and theyre looking at the results to track the progress of spring [through the tulips], Mr. Hogan stated. Its a year-long thing. Mr. Hogan hoped that his students would have a better understanding of nature after the project was over. Its a connection to nature that students are sometimes unable to make, said the head gardener. It will also give us something to do through the winter. According to the project web site, www.learner.org/jnorth, students must plant new red emperor tulip bulbs each year in order to ensure that the project is accurate. The site includes an interactive map so that students may watch and learn from the coming of spring, with monthly updates during the fall and weekly updates during the spring. Were going to buy the bulbs and plant them soon probably the end of October, Mr. Hogan said. I think we might get the Voyager students, who are in grades three to five, to get the younger students involved by taking [them] out and planting with them. Id like to have the Voyagers partner up, with about two [younger students] per Voyager student, he added. The students are already begging me to start the project, begging, Please Mr.
Academic Honors
Rivera completes Cadet Basic Training
Cadet Vincent Rivera, son of Vincent and Judy Rivera of Point Pleasant, completed Cadet Basic Training at the U.S. Military A c a d e m y, West Point, N.Y. CADET C a d e t VINCENT R i v e r a RIVERA entered the military academy on June 27. Cadets learn basic military skills, including leadership, through a demanding military program which begins on their first day at West Point. Most military training takes place during the summer, with new cadets undergoing Cadet Basic Training, or Beast Barracks, the first year. Military training is combined with military-science instruction to provide a solid military foundation for officership. Cadet Rivera graduated from Point Pleasant Borough High School in 2004. He plans to graduate from West Point in 2009 and be commissioned a second lieutenant in the U.S. Army. The mission of the U.S. Military Academy is to educate, train and inspire the corps of cadets so that each graduate is a commissioned leader of character committed to the values of duty, honor and country and is prepared for a career of professional excellence and service to the nation as an officer in the United States Army.
Allie Clapp [above, right], 10, walked with her sister, Baile, 6 [above, left], to the Nellie Bennett Elementary School during International Walk to School Day on Wednesday.
Antrim PTO to sponsor cooks tour

The G. Harold Antrim School PTO has scheduled its fifth annual cooks-tour fund-raiser, A Candlelight Holiday Tour, for Saturday, Dec. 3 from 4 to 9 p.m. Ten local homes and the public library featured on this years tour will open their kitchens to guests. Chefs from local restaurants will offer samples of their specialities. Tickets may be purchased by calling 732-899-4533 or by stopping by at Stitchin on the Dock of the Bay, 505 Bay Ave. Tickets are $35 until Nov. 1 and $40 after that while available.
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Library to celebrate Teen Read Week

Area teens will be reading for the fun of it at the Upper Shores Branch of the Ocean County Library in Lavallette as it celebrates the eighth annual Teen Read Week, Oct. 16 through Oct. 22. The local library joins hundreds of other libraries, schools and book stores across the country that are encouraging teens to celebrate this years theme, Get Real! @ your library. Teen Read Week is the national adolescent literacy initiative of the Young Adult Library Services Association [YALSA], a division of the American Library Association. This years theme encourages teens to explore the world of nonfiction books, such as biographies, self-help books, strange but true stories and more. According to David Mowery, YALSAs president, todays teens seem to have less and less free time, and there are increasingly more activities for them to take part in during what little leisure time they have. That is why its important to encourage teens to set aside some time to read. According to Mr. Mowery, literacy is a topic of both local and national concern and falling test scores and lower graduation rates among todays teens is a serious issue. Teens are invited to celebrate Teen Read Week at the Upper Shores Branch with a Get Real! @ Your Library Poetry Slam, on Tuesday, Oct. 18 at 7 p.m. The rules are that all poems must contain the words get real at your library in any order, singularly or together. Teens will have a chance to vote on their favorite poem and prizes will be given.
Sailing The Barnegat Bay
LVT to hold candidates night

The Voters and Taxpayers Association of Lavallette will hold its annual candidates night on Friday, Oct. 21 in borough hall. The public is encouraged to attend this event. All three candidates for council have been invited to participate.
Enjoying a crisp fall day, these boaters [above] sailed along the Barnegat Bay off Mantoloking earlier this week.
Heirloom Day in Bay Head to benefit St. Gregorys Pantry

Childers Sotheby's International Realty will be hosting an Heirloom Day on Sunday, Oct. 23 from 1 to 4 p.m. at St. Pauls United Methodist Church. 423 West Lake Ave., Bay Head. Proceeds from the event will benefit St. Gregorys Pantry in Point Pleasant Beach. The pantry provides emergency food to local families in need throughout the year. The public is invited to bring antiques to the event for appraisals by Philip M. Jelley Jr., senior vice president of the appraisal division of Sothebys North America. Mr. Jelley will be available to appraise any antique item with the exceptions of stamps, dolls, coins, jewelry and musical instrument. There will be a $5 donation per item for the appraisal. To participate in this event, interested residents must preregister by Oct. 16. To register, call Childers Sothebys International Realty Office in Point Pleasant Beach at 732-714-7900.
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Lavallette Police Dept. reports recent activity

Captain Patrick Kissane of the Lavallette Police Department reported the following activities handled by the department in the time period ending Oct. 2. On Sept. 19, Officer Kristina Muzzio charged Christopher Baker, 51, New York City, with giving false information to a police officer and a number of motor-vehicles summonses after a traffic stop on Route 35 south. On Sept. 24, Officer Muzzio charged Livio Kotiga, 63, Roselle, with driving under the influence [DUI] after a traffic stop on Route 35 south. On Sept. 25, Officer Brian OMara took the report of a resident who found a machete on a sidewalk along Grand Central Avenue. The resident brought the machete to police headquarters and turned the weapon over to police, who still are investigating. On Sept. 25, Ptl. Christian LaCicero investigated a harassment complaint filed by a Normandy Beach woman who works at a business on Bay Boulevard. The complaint involved the ex-boyfriend of a co-worker. No charges were filed. On Oct. 2, Officer Paul Willie arrested Gregory Parsells, 28,. Manville, on Route 35 north and charged him with DUI.
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Healthy Morsels
by Lynn OHara
Registered Dietitian & Licensed Professional Counselor
Fall is the time to renew your interest in cooking. This is the perfect opportunity to experiment with new, heartier and spicier dishes. In addition to being tasty, certain spices known as warming spices are among the healthiest ingredients in natures pharmacy. Warming spices offer plenty of benefits, including improved circulation and easing of joint pain. Use the warming spices curry, turmeric, cinnamon, annatto, chili powder, paprika, ginger and saffron to spice up dishes and keep your resistance up for the impending cold-and-flu season. The following recipes [from Body and Soul magazine] incorporate some of these spices into one-dish meals. Enjoy! Cinnamon-spiced Moroccan chicken If you have time, marinate the chicken overnight in the spices to enhance the flavor. 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1 tablespoon ground turmeric 1/4 teaspoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 4 boneless, skinless chickenbreast halves 2 tablespoons light olive oil 2 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled and chopped into small cubes 1/2 cup golden raisins Combine 1 teaspoon of the cinnamon with the cumin, turmeric, chili powder and salt in a resealable plastic bag. Add chicken and toss well to coat. Heat olive oil in a large, nonstick pan. Saut the chicken over medium heat until no longer pink in the center, about five minutes per side. Remove chicken from skillet. Saut apples and raisins in the skillet for one minute. Sprinkle with the remaining teaspoon cinnamon; cook and stir to coat. Spoon apples and raisins onto the chicken. Serve warm. Yields four servings. Calories 302, Protein 28 grams, Fat 10 grams, Carbohydrates 27 grams, Fiber 4 grams Annatto rice with sausage and tomato Annatto is similar to saffron but less expensive and can be found in Latin groceries. 3 tablespoons grape-seed oil 1-1/2 tablespoons annatto seeds 1 small red chile, stemmed, seeded and minced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 pound organic chicken sausage or vegetarian sausage, cut into bite-sized pieces 1 cup diced tomato 4 small bay leaves, broken in half 2 cups cooked long-grain white rice Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste In a medium saut pan, heat the oil and annatto seeds over medium heat until sizzling. Lower the temperature and cook until the oil turns yellow, about five minutes. Turn off the
Joy Innocenti to wed Corey Genthe

Joy Innocenti, Neptune, and Robert Romero, Toms River, have announced the engagement of their daughter, Adrienne Joy Romero, Neptune, to Corey Mitchell Genthe, Point Pleasant. Ms. Romero is a graduate of St. Rose High School, Belmar, and Rowan University, Glassboro, from which she holds a bachelors in journalism and a masters in creative writing. She currently is an English teacher at Red Bank Catholic High School, Red Bank. Mr. Genthe is a graduate of Point Pleasant High School and Rowan University, Glassboro, where he, too, received a bachelors in journalism. He currently works for Monmouth Controls, Wall Township, as a sprinkler fitter. The wedding is set for June 2006 in Belmar.
LYNN OHARA M.S., R.D., LPC heat. Using a slotted spoon, remove the annatto seeds and discard. Reheat the annatto oil over medium-high heat. Saut chile and garlic, stir and cook for 30 seconds. Add sausage, tomato and bay leaves; cook and stir until heated through. Stir in cooked rice. Remove and discard bay leaves. Season with salt and pepper. Serve warm. Yields four servings. Calories 313, Protein 13 grams, Fat 15 grams, Carbohydrates 31 grams, Fiber 2 grams. These are just two recipes that are infused with warming spices. More traditional recipes include homemade applesauce with cinnamon, chili con carne, pumpkin pie, stir-fry with ginger; the list goes on. Chances are some of your favorite fall recipes are ones that contain one or more of the warming spices. So go ahead, indulge in your favorite fall recipes or try one of these new ones. Not only will your taste buds thank you, your immune system will be happy too. Until next time, eat healthy, be happy!
COREY GENTHE & JOY INNOCENTI
Music dept. to host clothing drive tomorrow

The Point Pleasant High School Music Department will be holding a clothing drive on Oct. 8 in the Antrim School parking lot, Niblick Street. Please drop off clothing, sheets or towels between 9 and 11:30 a.m.
Point Pleasant High School to present Moliere farce Scapin!

The Point Pleasant Borough High School Performing Arts Department will be putting on a performance of Scapin! on Thursday, Oct. 27 at 7 p.m, Friday, Oct. 28 at 8 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 29 at 8 p.m at the high school. The Saturday performance will include interpreters for the hearing-impaired. Comic mayhem abounds when a scheming servant, Scapin, swindles two miserly fathers into providing the funds for their sons romantic escapades. Molieres classic farce is given new life here in this rollicking, vaudeville-style adaptation. Tickets will cost $6. For more information, please call 732-701-1900 ext. 2218.
St. Peter School to host benefit car wash Oct. 8

St. Peter School will be holding a benefit car wash on Saturday, Oct. 8 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the schools parking lot. There is a minimum $5 donation and all proceeds will benefit St. Thomas Catholic Grammar School in Long Beach, Miss., a school destroyed by Hurricane Katrina that has been adopted by St. Peters School.
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the participants, to the visitors. The Seafood Festival Committee and I would like to specifically thank: Marge Pennell, CARA Realtors & Chamber President, for hours, attitude and hard work! Chief Dan DePolo and the Point Pleasant Beach Police Department, bomb sniffing dogs, pleasant patrolmen and barricade work until 10 p.m. Point Pleasant Beach Public Works Department, Joe Pizzas pleasant can do attitude was well reflected in the crew from start-up and moment by moment trash duty, until clean-up and go home. Point Pleasant Beach emergency services were available and thankfully, not utilized. Joe Regan and the crew from Surfside Electric for installing and maintaining the electrical service. Ed Austin organized and managed the entertainment enjoyed by all, including Amy OGrady starting the festival with the national anthem. Clubs and organizations provided volunteers supporting many duties from barricade patrol to vendor direction/parking and chamber T-shirt sales, thank you all very much, especially Ambrose Cooper and the Explorer Scouts for helping with last minute critical morning duties and to Mary Guetzlaff for organizing all our volunteer support. Our all local food services again, were the centerpiece of the festival, we greatly appreciate your patience in setting-up keeping the streets as clean as possible and of course our wonderful, wonderful choices of local cuisine. Crafters, local businesses and organizations completed the festival with great buys and attractions, quality crafters and informational booths were enjoyed by all. Appreciation also goes to our local residents who bear through this one day of parking inconvenience for this nationally recognized event. And Briggs Transportation for the shuttle services to and from the festival. Finally and most important,our thanks goes to our 50,000 visitors, without which we would have no event al all.We appreciate those who traveled a block or two or across a state of two, your participation keeps this event on the national festival map, allowing us to showcase area cuisine and lets everyone enjoy a day on the avenue. We look forward to hosting the 2006 edition of the Festival of the Sea. RICHARD JAHNS, Seafood Festival Chairman Point Pleasant Beach Chamber of Commerce ~ EVERYONE WHO PARTICIPATED IN WALK TO SCHOOL DAY WAS A WINNER! Editor, The Ocean Star: Walk to School Day was held on Oct. 5 in Point Pleasant. I would like to announce that the winner of the Nellie Bennett Walk to School with Officer Mike prize was Jackie Petrillo, while Leah Hanrahan was the lucky winner of a bike, helmet and lock from Point Pleasant Bicycle. Parents were also winners at the event, including Peter Martinos mom, Maureen Martino, winner of four Lakewood Blue Claws tickets, a hat, mini bat, and T-Shirt; and Danielle Wilkons mom, Carol Moynihan, winner of the month membership to Meridian Life Fitness. Congratulations to our winners! Special thanks to Linda Rocco, Jim Karaba, Robert Ciliento, and Ed Leibfried, to the teachers and staff of Nellie Bennett, and to Beth Kummer for her help, organizing and putting together the Walk to School Day. Another thanks to the sponsors who donated prizes: Ocean Medical Center, Point Pleasant Bicycle, Farrell Transportation, Jersey Mikes, Weichert Realtor of Point Pleasant Beach, and
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Lakewood Blue Claws. Thanks to everyone who participated in the Walk to School Day event. Keep your feet moving! GREG AKINS, Physical Education Teacher Nellie Bennett School, Point Pleasant ~ SOME QUESTIONS FOR THE COUNCILMAN Editor, The Ocean Star: In the Sept. 23 edition of The Ocean Star, Councilman DiCorcia feebly sought to explain why criticism of the Democrats pay to play feeding frenzy was misplaced. All that he established was that when Messrs. Corbally and DiCicco pledged to ban no bid political contracts during last years campaign they were lying. According to Mr. DiCorcia, the Republicans won in the past because they had money from contributions from professionals who were then awarded nobid contracts. Apparently, in Mr. DiCorcias view this was the Republican model for success. According to him, when Mike DiCicco and Tim Lurie joined the Democratic organization that gave the Democrats access to contributions from professionals that allowed them to raise money and copy the Republican model. When the Democrats took control their professional political patrons were awarded no bid positions, fully consistent with Councilman DiCorcias understanding of the Republican model. Councilman DiCorcia would have us believe that having their patrons submit proposals before receiving their reward, eliminates the fact that the Democrats reneged on their campaign promise to end no bid professional appointments. Finally, Mr. DiCorcia, while the hourly rates may nominally be less than in prior years, until we know how many hours are billed we wont know the extent, if any, of any savings. For example, a $5 decline in billing rate can easily be offset by an attorney incorrectly billing 65 minutes instead of 60. I do have some questions for Councilman DiCorcia. Are 728 and 732 Arnold Avenue private homes? Are there pavers in front of those private homes? Did you vote to put those pavers there? Did you approve your latest (Three Questions) campaign piece which states These pavers were intended only for the downtown improvement area under the federal grant not private homes.? Why the inconsistency between your vote and your campaign rhetoric? Finally, in last weeks edition, Councilman Corbally established that he can subtract. He established little else. For example, he failed to reveal that the current council inherited a $1,679,588 surplus from the prior Republican controlled council; or that the he and his fellow Democrats made accounting assumptions which if the Republican controlled council had made in 2004 would have resulted in the surplus they inherited being $1,207,812 or $471,776 less than they actually inherited. (Had the Republicans made those assumptions, the 2004 tax increase, essential to the Democrats 56 percent rhetoric, would have been a 1.8 cent tax decrease.) Analysis of the numbers (beyond mere subtraction) reveals that had the Democrats not made the accounting assumptions they did, they would have had to spend approximately an additional $515,644 of surplus this year, or $1,334,509 to achieve the result they take sole credit for. Had they been honest and forthright, they would have spent the surplus they inherited from the Republicans through the front door as opposed to trying to disguise what they did and slip it through the back door. Mr. Corbally, part of the Fox News slogan omitted by you is fair and balanced. VINCENT R. BARRELLA Niblick Street, Point Pleasant Beach ~ STOP RUNAWAY SPENDING IN LAVALLETTE Editor, The Ocean Star: An open letter to Lavallette voters. Soon you will be voting to elect a councilperson. You will be making an important decision about the direction you choose for Lavallette both for yourself and for your neighbors. Ask yourself, Can I continue to live peacefully and affordably in Lavallette without worrying about rising costs that are now out of control? Will I be able to continue to call Lavallette my home? Not likely if the incumbents are re-elected. Zalom and Zylinski voted for the biggest tax increase in the history of Lavallette. They ignored suggestions to reduce costs. We cannot allow this to continue. I will not allow this to continue. My promise to you is to stop this pattern of runaway spending. For us to make this happen, I need a promise from you. Bullet vote vote only for me, Joe Ardito for Lavallette Council. This will increase my chances of being elected. I want to represent you. I will keep my promise to you to stop runaway spending. I will not let you down. I need your vote. Thank you for taking your vote seriously. Your bullet vote for Joe Ardito counts! Joe Ardito New Jersey Avenue, Lavallette
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BELMAR WINTER Rental. Immaculate, furnished 2BR Cottage, W/D, garage, quiet Lake Como area. $950/mo. +utils. Avail. 10/15. 732-681-7940 or 914-723-1786. BELMAR- YEARLY rental 1 BR condo, 1/4 blk. to beach. No pets. $1,050/mo. + util. Avail 11/1. 973-493-5154. BELMAR- YEARLY rental. 1 block to beach. Lovely gardenstyle complex. Studio, $695/ mo., 1BR $895/mo. Modern kitchen, A/C, laundry, parking. No pets. 732-681-6402. BELMAR- YEARLY Rental. 2 BR, on-site parking, 1 blk. from beach. $900/mo. Ward Wight Commercial. Call Richard Wight 732-528-3700 or cell 732-6105979. BRADLEY BEACH- Winter rental til 5/15. 2BR, furnished duplex, renovated bath & kitchen, parking, 2 decks, $975/mo. incl. utils. 732-776-8883. BRIELLE- Winter rental, 3 BR, 2.5 BA, newer house, C/A. Close to everything. Non-smokers. $1,350/mo. Call 201-780-7035. COCOA BEACH, FL- Direct oceanfront condo, top floor, 2BR, 2BA, overlooking courtyard & pool. Furnished beautifully. Call 732-292-1110 or 732-8224094. CONSULTING CO. in Spring Lake Hts. had 2 furnished offices to sublease in a mth. to mth. lease. $400/mo. Call Anthony 732-282-9888. EAST COAST Fla. yearly rentals. Try before you buy. Transportation avail/car unnecessary. Each 1BR, 1BA. West Palm Beach near City Place, $700/mo. +utils; downtown Lake Worth across from intercoastal, $950/ mo. +utils. 561-577-1930 or 732309-5302.
A. Articles for Sale

BED, QUEEN mahogany with pineapple posts, like new $450. o/b/o. 732-797-2577. MAHOGANY CORNER computer desk 60" W with 31"H hutch. $250. 732-974-9793. MAYTAG WASHER & dryer, $50/ ea. Call Dawn 732-241-2815. MOVING SALE- Birdseye maple china closet, holds 12 place setting plus add'l storage, excellent cond. $1,200 o/b/o; Glass top dining rm table plus 6 new parsons chairs, excellent cond. $1,000 o/b/o; Verdigris wrought iron glass top table plus 4 chairs, excellent cond. $350 o/b/o; Sealy king mattress set plus frame, excellent cond. $100. 732-5395950. NORDIC TRACK exercise machine, wood patio set, 2 arm chairs, Tete-a-Tete complete. Call 732-223-2399. PAINTING BY Stephen Bagnell 'Maternity'. Must be seen. 51 1/ 2" x 51 1/2" framed. Call 732292-2669 for appt. to view. LARGE PERSIAN ORIENTAL rug, excellent condition. $850. 732-295-4080. SOLID PECAN BR set, tables, lamps, sofa bed, couch, wood cabinet, antique drum table, bookcase, painting, fireplace accessories. Call 732-2922669. THOMASVILLE OAK BR set, queensize headboard, 2 nightstands, dresser w/mirror and lingerie chest. $1,200. Like new. 732-730-8718. WINE COLLECTION- Over 300 bottles of Cab. S., Merlot, Syrah & Zinfandels from CA, Aust., Wash. & S. America. All rated 90+ points. Call for details. 732282-0609. WOMAN'S RALEIGH 6 speed bicycle, Blackburn Trakstand trainer, 1 automobile bike rack & tire pump. Excellent condition. $400. 732-223-3227. WROUGHT IRON sofa, 2 club chairs, 2 tables, 2 chaise lounges, all w/sumbrella cushions. Umbrella table w/4 chairs. Make offer. Call Donna 732-859-3358.
B. Garage/ Yard Sales

BRIELLE- 612 Brielle Ave., Sat. 10/8, Sun. 10/9, 8:30am-3pm. Construction materials, furn., clothes, toys, HH items, microwave, TV, king size brass bed, bric-a-brac. BRIELLE- 619 Valley Rd., Sat. 10/8, Sun. 10/9, 9am-4pm. HH items, bikes, clothing, books, toys, and much more. BRIELLE- AILEEN Rd. (Riverview to Cedar To Aileen). Multifamily! Fri. 10/7, 8am-2pm. Something for everybody from Christmas to children's toys. BRIELLE- ESTATE Sale, Sat. 10/8, 8am-3pm. 310 Lenape Trail. Furniture, cookware, dishes, tools, bric-a-brac & more. BRIELLE- ESTATE Sale, Fri. 10/ 7, Sat. 10/8, 9am-2pm. Antique collectibles, vintage wicker, cottage furn., wet suits, & linens. 317 Fisk Ave. (off Rt. 71). Rain dates 10/14, 10/15. BRIELLE- SAT. 10/8, Sun. 10/9, 9am-1pm. Boys clothing (infant 8yrs.), toys, birdcage, darkroom equip., housewares, computer/ stereo equip., etc. 625 Homestead Rd. (by Union Landing). HOWELL/RAMTOWN MANOR5 Lynne Ct. Sat. 10/8, 9am-3pm. Moving sale! HH items, linens, treadmill, Ocean Kayak, garden stuff, glassware, etc., LAVALLETTE- 131 Pershing Blvd. (on West Point Island), Sat. 10/8, 9am-4pm. Estate Sale. Furn., tools, boats, collectibles. From one of oldest houses on island.
MANASQUAN- 68 Wyckoff Ave. Sat. 10/8, 9am-1pm. HH items, golf clubs, sporting equip., clothing, Halloween & other holiday goods! #156. PT. PLEASANT- 1604 Calamus Pl. (off Little Hill). Sat. 10/8, 8am-3pm. Rain date 10/9. SPRING LAKE Hts.- Moving Sale, Sat. 10/8, 9am-3pm. Furniture, HH items, tools, etc. 919 Lake Ave. SPRING LAKE Hts.- 620 Shore Rd. & Hwy. 71, Fri. 10/7, Sat. 10/ 8, 9am-3pm. Some furnishings, children's items. Something for everyone. Good stuff! SPRING LAKE Hts.- 901 Jersey Ave., Fri. 10/7, Sat. 10/8, 9am1pm. Multifamily. Furn., HH items, toys, glassware, good stuff. Priced low, everything must go. No early callers. WALL ORCHARD Crest multifamily (Paynters Rd. & Rt. 34 N), Sat. 10/8, Sun. 10/9, 8am-3pm, rain or shine. 1425 1422 1416 Winesap, 2429 2411 2306 Orchard Crest Blvd. & 1401 Pippin, plus more. Thomas Train table, LR set, wood nursery furn., outdoor playsets, estate/ children/hh items, clothes, etc. WALL- 1111 Mohegan Rd. (off Algonquin Trail). Moving Sale, Sat. 9am-2pm. Furn., appliances, bric-a-brac. WALL- 1985 Campbell Rd., Sat. 10/8, Sun. 10/9, 8am-1pm. Multifamily. Furn., toys, children/ adult clothing, HH items, tools, curtains and more. WALL- BARN Sale, Sat. 10/8, 9am-3pm. Antiques, 2 complete BR sets, bunk beds, mirrors, toys, bicycles, lamps, old gas pump, much more. Indoors, rain or shine. 3106 Allaire Rd. (west of Campbell Rd.)
PT. PLEASANT- 50'x100', 1story Cape incl. loft, 2 BR, 1 BA on 1st flr. EIK has cath. ceiling, hdwd. flrs. in LR, new furnace, CA &WH, 1-car gar. $349,900. 732-892-9354 SKI MOUNT Snow. 4BR, 2.5BA Chalet in Wilmington, VT. Four season community w/clubhouse & services. Gas, heat, frpl., new roof. $229,000. Call 802-4648620. WALL- Updated So. Wall home, by owner. 4BR, 2BA, lg. private lot, $619,000. 732-223-1635. Open house 10/9, 1-3pm, 2181 Windfield Dr. WALL/MANASQUAN- A rare find! Live comfortably w/mother-inlaw. Immaculate expanded ranch w/quality throughout. East & west BR suites on 1st flr., separated by upscale eat-in kit w/pantry, DR w/corner cupboards, LR w/gas frpl., plus 3 season sunporch. 3 add'l BRs w/large closets plus bath & walkin storage on 2nd flr. Lg. private lot w/detached double garage. $639,000 o/b/o. Email nonsuch30@verizon.net or call 732528-6871 for walk-through appt. Realtors welcome.
FLORIDA KEYS- Islamorada2BR, 2BA townhouse, pool, tennis, beach, gated community. Call 732-223-1174.
FLORIDA KEYS- Islamorada. 2BR/2BA townhouse in gated community. Fully equipped including bicycles & kayak. Fishing dock, pool & sandy beach. 732-223-0543 FLORIDA KEYS- Tavernier, 2BR, 2BA condo fully equipped, marina, pool, sandy beach & tennis courts. 732-241-3869.
G. Real Estate for Sale

BRIELLE TOWNHOUSE, END UNIT- 2-3BR, 2.5BA, new carpet & paint. Move in cond., $465,000. By owner 201-2065960. FOUR SEASONS, Wall Twp.1527 Tanner Ave. Open House Sat. 10/8, 12-4pm. Beautifully decorated extended Danbury Model w/sunroom, 3BR, 2 full BAs, new granite, Corian, tile, faucets, appliances, new cabinets, carpet, freshly painted, landscaping. Move in & hang your pictures! $659,900. 732299-7224. GREENBRIAR OCEANAIR, Waretown- adult community, 2BR, 2BA, 2 car garage. Golf, pools, clubhouse. Great location. $384,950. Owner 609-6930314. MANASQUAN- 22 Ridge Rd. By owner, 4BR, 1.5BA Cape on 50x156 lot. Backs up to Macks Pond. $450,000. Call 732-6008799. MANASQUAN- FSBO 2 Watson Pl., 5BR, 3BA, walk to beach. Too many features to list; a must see! Asking $995,000. 732-2235114. OCEANVIEW STUDIO apt. for sale at the Essex & Sussex. Great light, balcony, restaurant, full gym, library & much more! Please call 732-449-2442 for more info. PT. PLEASANT Beach- Rare 50'x125' cleared & buildable lot in desirable area. 3 blocks from beach, plans & permit for 3,000 sq.ft. home inc., $549,900. Call 732-840-7911.
FLORIDA- HUTCHINSON Island, Marriott Resort. Walk to beach, golf nearby, pool/fitness center. End-unit, 2BR, 2BA, LR, DR, porch, A/C. $3,800/mo. 1 mo. minimum. 732-892-1148.
FLORIDA- JUPITER 2 BR/2.5 BA townhouse w/garage. Walk to beach, restaurants, shopping. Gated community, w/pool, hot tub, tennis. $3,500/mo. (732) 513-6040. FLORIDA- JUPITER 3 BR/2 BA furnished condo w/fabulous views! Steps to beach. Pool, clubhouse, tennis, heart trail. $3,500/mo. (732) 513-6040. FT. MYERS Fla.- winter rental, 4 mth. minimum, 2nd floor furnished 2BR, 2BA, no smoking, no pets. 732-556-9672. JUPITER, FL.- Ocean Dunes. Blk. off beach, 3BR, 3BA townhouse. Pool, tennis, etc. Furnished, $3,800/mo. Avail. Nov., Dec., Jan. & Mar. Monthly or seasonal. 732-693-7047.
H. Real Estate for Rent

AVON- YEARLY rental, 2BR apt., new carpet & kitchen, private deck. $1250/mo. + util. + sec. 732-236-4581. BAY HEAD- Temporary or winter rental. 1 BR apt., 1 blk. to beach. Avail. immediately. $750/mo. incl. utils. Security req'd. No pets. 732-892-4479.
MANASQUAN PARK- 1610 Lakewood Rd., Sat. 10/8, 8am3pm. Estate: mahogany furn., curio, French LR, Waterford, Lenox, Limoges, Sterling, Karastans, portraits, entire contents. MANASQUAN- 405 E. Main St., Sat. 10/8, 9am-5pm. Many essential HH items. No early callers. #157.
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COINS- FREE appraisals in privacy of your home. Will buy old & new coins & bills. Call George 732-449-2096.
BELMAR OCEANFRONT winter rentals, 1 or 2 BR's, extra clean, nicely decorated, freshly painted, $875/$975/$1,200. 609-9151689. BELMAR WINTER Rental- Half block to beach. 2BR w/balcony, $825/mo. +utilities. No pets. 732-682-6932. BELMAR YEAR ROUND- Half block to beach. 2BR w/balcony, $1200/mo. +utilities, 1.5 mth. security. No pets. 732-6826932.
LAKE COMO- 3BR apt., hdwd flrs., quiet, parking, yard, convenient to beach, Main. Winter or yearly. $1,500/mo. 732-2458026.
ENGLEWOOD, FLA- New, 2BR, 2BA, LR, DR, kit., den & encl. porch on saltwater canal w/dock, near beach. 732-528-8375. FLORIDA ANNA Maria Island, Holmes Beach West Coastmonthly rental. Condo, 2BR, 2BA, Bayview, walk to gulf beach/stores. No pets/no smoking. Details 732-974-0745.
MANASQUAN- 49 Marcellus Ave. Furn., clothing, HH items, kids' stuff. Fri. 10/7, 9am-12pm, Sat. 10/8 9am-11pm. #155
LAVALLETTE- WINTER, 2BR, gas heat, new furnishings, $1,050/mo. + utils. Diane Turton Realtors, 732-793-2600, ask for Terry B. MANASQUAN BEACH front spectacular new home. 3BR, parking, w/d, 2 marble bathrooms, frpl., professional kit. No
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MANASQUAN BEACH- 3BR winter rentals, $750/mo.,536 & 541 Brielle Rd., 6 Pickle Alley. Furnished, lease, refs. 845-3445059, 845-283-2960. MANASQUAN BEACH- Beautiful furnished winter rental. 3BR, 2BA, ocean views. $1,325/mo. + utils. No pets. 908-415-3113. MANASQUAN FURNISHED 1 BR apt. in private home. All util. incl. Ideal for single person. $900/ mo. Pls. call after 5pm 732-2234105. MANASQUAN SQUAN II- Winter rental. Spacious 1BR, $1,100/ mo. 732-776-8530. MANASQUAN YEARLY- A gem of a house. Great location. 2BR, lg. new bath, spacious LR, den, country KIT & laundry room. Full bsmt. w/3 separate rooms. Gas heat, CAC, $1,750/mo. 732449-1845. MANASQUAN- 1BR apt. + extra room above detached garage. Walk to town, schools & train, bike to beach. Max. occupancy 3. Completely renovated 1 yr. ago. Includes W/D. Annual lease only $1100/mo. incl. water. 732-221-2085. MANASQUAN- 1BR, 3.5 room garden complex, available immediately, 2nd flr, carpeted, ceiling fans, A/C, blinds, tub doors, off street parking. 1 yr. lease. 1.5mo. security. No pets. $780. + utilities. 732-223-6500 MANASQUAN- 2 Main Street apts.- 1BR, W/D, AC. and 2,100sq. ft. 3BR, LR, DR, W/D. Both avail. 11/1. 732-223-9866. MANASQUAN- 4BR cape, 2BA, enclosed porch, garage, gas heat. $2,000/mo. +utils. Evenings 732-223-4781. MANASQUAN- 2BR cozy garage apt. Walk to beach & train. Nonsmoker. No pets. $1,100/mo. + utils. 732-223-7525. MANASQUAN- OFC. space, convenient downtown location, utilities incl., approx. 140 sq. ft. Avail. immediately. Call Linda 732-223-4148. MANASQUAN- WINTER rental. Free electric, water, cable. Clean 3BR apt. overlooking inlet, frpl., W/D, new bath. No pets. $995/mo. +gas. 732-223-4265. MANASQUAN- WINTER rental, 2BR apt. next to beach, W/D, $850/mo. + util. + sec. 732-9964864. MANASQUAN- WINTER rental. 3BR, furnished, W/D, quiet neighborhood. No pets. $850/ mo. + utils. 732-583-1589. MANASQUAN- WINTER rental. 3BR house overlooking Stockton Lake, W/D, DW, frpl., north end. 973-455-0331. MANASQUAN- Yearly rental, side-by-side duplex. Renovated 3 BR, 2 BA, LR, DR, KIT, C/AC, basement, laundry, all appliances. Close to town, stores, walk/ bike to beach! $1,900/mo. + util. & sec. Avail. Nov. 1st. Call 732245-8910. MANASQUAN- YEARLY, 2BR 2nd floor apt. $975/mo. + utilities. 1 month sec. No pets or smokers. Call 732-223-8007. MANASQUAN- YEARLY rental. 2 BR, 2nd fl. apt. near town & train. Completely renovated, A/C, all gas, storage, high ceilings, W/D, $1,550/mo. + util. 732-528-1415. MANASQUAN- YEARLY rental. Center of town, charming carriage house. 4BR, 1.5BA, CAC, DW, W/D, $1,650/mo. +utilities. No pets. 732-223-3888. MANASQUAN- YEARLY, 1 BR w/ loft, 1 BA, W/D, basement, 2nd fl., $1,100/mo. + util. & 1.5 mos. sec. 732-294-2289, 908-4338679. FLORIDA MARCO ISLAND 2BR, 2.5BA condo, pool, hot tub, close to beach, church, shopping. 732-722-8039 or 732-9489596. MARTHA'S VINEYARD- Mint cond. 3 BR, 2 BA Cape. Deck, outside shower. Overlooking farm, midway bet. beach & town. Avail. Summer 2005. Off season rates avail. 732-996-1027 or 732-974-2300. PALM BEACH- 3BR, 2.5BA, gar. Luxury waterfront furnished house in Intracoastal gated community w/pool, marina. Seasonal, B/O, 561-312-4567 lve. msg. PORT ST. Lucie, Fla., east of US 1, 3BR, 2BA, 2 car garage, furnished. Annual $1,600/mo. + utils; seasonal $2,500/mo. + utils. No smokers. Small pet okay. 772-287-4427. Leave msg. PT PLEASANT waterfront 3BR, 2BA, townhouse w/ balconies & patio. $1700/mo. plus utilities. Childers Sotheby's International Realty. 732-814-0241. PT. PLEASANT Beach- 2BR duplex w/porch, across from ocean. No pets. $1,100/mo. + utils., 1.5mo. sec. Off street parking. 732-892-8198. PT. PLEASANT Beach- Winter rental thru 4/30. Furnished 3BR cottages $500/mo. + utils. No pets. Off-street parking. 908237-1622. PT. PLEASANT Beach- Winter rental. Cozy 2 BR oceanside apt. $800/mo. + utilities. 732-8921864. PT. PLEASANT- winter rental, 3BR, 2BA, florida rm, deck, fenced yard. Near Bay Head beaches & Nellie Bennett School. Avail. immediately thru 6/06. $1,200 +util. & sec. SEA GIRT (Governor's Court)- 3 units avail. for year-round lease. 1 BR unit on 1st fl. incl. wash/ dryer, $1,250/mo. + utils; 2 BR unit on 1st fl., $1,550/mo. + util; 2 BR unit on 2nd fl., $1,500/mo. + utils. All avail. for immediate occupancy. Call Phil Schwier eves, 732-449-3985. Henry S. Schwier, Realtors 732-449-6200 ext. 223. SEA GIRT- Professional office, 750 S.F., in town. Immediate occupancy. 732-449-4474. SEA GIRT- 2 BR, 3rd fl. apt. in town for year round rental to quiet tenant. $1,450/mo. Avail. immediately. 732-449-4474. SEA GIRT- Winter Rental, 3BR, 2.5BA, hot tub, garage, fin. bsmt., $1,300/mo. 732-9741679. SEA GIRT- Winter rental. 5 BR furnished house near beach. Garage, private patio, $1,400/ mo. + util. 732-213-8278. SEA GIRT- year round rental in town location. 2BR condo w/balcony, W/D. $1,450/mo. + utilities. Diane Turton Realtors- Annabelle Flynn, 732-974-8700, ext222. SPRING LAKE - Yearly, 4 yr. old colonial, 3BR, 3BA. Avail. Dec. Call for details. 732-528-4814. SPRING LAKE Hts.- Immaculate 1BR cottage. Avail. 10/15 thru 5/ 15/06, $650/mo. + utils. No pets. 732-974-8014. SPRING Lake Hts- winter/yearly pristine 2BR ranch, new condition, DW, W/D, CA, garage. Perfect park like setting on cul-desac. No pets. 732-682-9582. SPRING LAKE Hts.- yearly rental, 1BR w/loft, 2BA, patio, $1,750/mo., close to beach, avail. immediately. No pets, no smoking. 732-996-3606. SPRING LAKE Hts.- Winter rental. 1BR furnished $800/mo. + utils. Re/Max Shore & Country Realtors, Charles Wooley 732449-7200 ext. 224. SPRING LAKE Hts.- Homestead Garden Apts. 1BR Special starting at $1,180/mo. incl. heat, hot water, cooking gas. Private, park like setting. No dogs, cats only. Call 732-449-3270. SPRING LAKE Hts.- lovely furnished efficiency apt., year round rental $950/mo. + utils. Close to shopping & train. 732449-4066. SPRING LAKE Hts.- Oaks Apartments. Lovely 1 BR apt. avail. No pets. Call 732-9749228 or 908-482-0528. SPRING LAKE Hts.- Year round rental, avail. immed. 2BR, 1BA cottage overlooking Wrech pond, 6 blks. to beach, lg. yard w/deck, screened front porch. No pets. $1,200/mo. + all utils. 732-245-9415. SPRING LAKE office for professional. Ideal for therapist. Private room 10'x14'. Share common waiting room, office & bathroom. Call 732-449-3705. SPRING LAKE- Avail now until 5/ 15.Furnished 2BR cottage. No pets. Walk to beach, train or bus. $900/mo. + utils. 732-4495742. SPRING LAKE- Essex & Sussex luxury adult community. 1BR w/ porch, ocean view, furnished. Avail. for annual ($2,000/mo. incl. utils.) or seasonal lease starting 11/15. Also for sale. 917-488-9680. SPRING LAKE- Winter rental, house, furnished, clean, 3BR, 2 modern baths, EIK, DW, W/D, AC, baseboard heat, garage, nice backyard. Avail. now thru 5/15/06. 609-577-3868 or 609921-0931. SPRING LAKE- Yearly, 2116 Edgewood Pl., 3BR, 2BA, CAC, W/D, quiet area, suitable for couple/small family. 201-2942981. WALL/ALLENWOOD- COMMERCIAL space for rent/or offices, professional use. 1, 2 or 3 rooms! Includes util., start $300. Clayton & Clayton Realtors, 732295-2222. LOOKING FOR room to rent, Sat. & Sun. Yearly. 1BR & shower, must be clean. Manasquan or Brielle. 732-382-5069 (Tom).
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M. Help Wanted
A RARE opportunity for a PT Innkeeper with e-mail literacy & excellent hospitality skills. Cooking, baking, cleaning, organizing, reservations, front desk. Flex. sched. 732-754-8674. ATTORNEY- SPRING Lake Hts. law firm seeks attorney with 5+ yrs. exp., preferably with existing client base, for association or merger. Pleasant work envi-
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ELECTRIC SUBCODE OfficialTownship of Wall, Monmouth County, is presently accepting resumes for the position of F/T Electric Subcode Official. Township is approx. 31 sq. miles w/a population of 25,000. Applicant must possess Electric Subcode HHS level certification. Multiple licenses desirable. Salary commensurate w/experience. Exc. benefits. Send resume to: Construction Official, Township of Wall, 2700 Allaire Rd., NJ 07719; Fax to: 732-449-8996 by Nov. 1, 2005. EOE. EMPLOYEE NEEDED to help set up trade show & to assist w/ sales. Flex. sched., great pay w/possible commission. Willing to travel, transp. provided from Brick. All expenses paid. Call Tom or MaryAnn 732-522-0350. FT KITCHEN help & servers. 732-681-2813. FT/PT OFFICE work. Mon.-Fri. Knowledge of computer, organizational skills, answering telephones. No benefits. Fax resume to 732-528-8566. FT/PT SALESPERSON/DESIGNER for 2 high-end tile, Country Floor dealers. Exper. req'd. Fax resume 732-9747020. Call 732-933-1760 for Red Bank area, 732-974-0048 for Sea Girt area. HAIR STYLIST- very busy salon in Manasquan seeks stylist/colorist/manicurist. Competitive rates, following preferred. Top compensation paid for fullbook. Confidential inquiries. 732-2238005. KITCHEN HELP, after-school hrs. Will train. Must be 16 or older. Riptide Subs & Deli, 144 Main, Manasquan. NEED EXTRA money? AVON products are in demand in this area! Only $10 startup fee. Call 732-905-0727 for more details. P/T HOLIDAY Help WantedUnique gift store, Mon., Wed., Fri. mornings & alternate weekends. Garden Party. Shoppers Wharf, Bay Head. Call for appt. 732-295-4333. P/T WORK- M/F for very busy commercial cleaning co. Early evening hrs. Must provide own trans. Call 732-458-5045. PT DELI, flexible hrs. Mon. thru Sat. 732-449-0398. PT MANICURIST with or without following. Must be experienced. La Luz Salon, 82 Bridge Ave., Bay Head. 732-892-6363. P/T MANAGEMENT & P/T Sales associate positions avail. Apply in person Corning Ware Corelle Revere Factory Store, Circle Factory Outlet Center. 732-2230796. PT. PLEASANT Beach- With home sales at all-time highs, our busy office could use a few more good people. Weichert offers the best training in the industry to get you started. Call Carrie McNally, Pt. Pleasant Beach office, 732-899-9700 x221. Weichert, Realtors. REAL ESTATE Sales/RentalsLicensed salesperson for busy Manasquan office. Call Bob. 732-223-1830. REAL ESTATE- Have you dreamed of working at the beach? Training + support. Call Frances Graffeo, Mgr. Normandy Beach office. 732-793-6484. Weichert Realtor. RECEPTIONISTS- (2) FT for healthcare office. Approx. 30 hrs./wk. Phones, making appts, taking patient info. Friendly, good organizational skills. No exp. necessary. Call 732-8995660. RECRUITER: TECH/SALES/ MKTG. for busy firm in Brielle. Exp. pref. but will consider a bright self starter w/strong phone skills. Great opt. Email: shaste@commonagenda.com. RESEARCH ASST. (FT/PT) for busy firm in Brielle. Challenging assignments require self starter w/mix of strong computer, sluth & phone skills. Email: shaste@commonagenda.com. RETAIL FT/PT positions avail. in retail clothing store. Generous employee discount, flex. hrs. Days, nights, wknds avail. Apply in person @Reynolds, Allaire Plaza, Rt. 35 & Allaire Rd, Wall SALES- MUST have basic knowledge of residential construction, willing to work on straight commission. Great income possibilities & set you own hrs. 732-292-9144. SPRING LAKE Golf Club- Wait staff, bussers, bartender, banquet houseman. FT/PT. Exc. opportunity for dynamic individuals to join prestigious golf club. Benefits avail. Apply: Warren Ave., SLH. 732-449-8100. TRAVEL AGENTS- outside sales, generous commissions, training available, travel benefits, excellent support system. Travel Associates, Sea Girt 732449-9155. VITAMIN/HEALTH FOOD SalesOne F/T position, exp. req. One P/T position, will train. 732-2234900.
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BAY HEAD Children's boutique looking for PT Sales Assoc. Call 732-295-2800. CUTS FITNESS for Men is now taking applications for P/T trainers. Will train. Call 732-7148288.
T. Instruction
ADULT PAINTING classes. Oil, pastel, acrylic. Morning & afternoon classes. NJ Certified Art Teacher. 732-742-4239 (cell) or 732-836-0284. BANJO LESSONS- learn to relax & have fun playing the 5 string banjo from a professional banjo player. Scruggs, Melodic & Reno. From beginners on up! Ken 732-567-2455. NOW TEACHING- Piano/voice in your area. Former Miss Gloria from Romper Room. 25 yrs. professional exp. BA, AA, certified, Juilliard trained. 732-207-6437. PIANO & Organ Lessons- Beginners to advanced in my home. Call Donna, 732-974-8899.
DRIVER- Best regional driving job with the best pay & best home time. CDL A & T/T exp. req'd. Call Sunday or anytime 800-546-0405 or 800-444-1272, ext. 3001.
P. Situations Wanted
POLISH REFERRAL Service, Inc.- Licensed/bonded. Serving all NJ area. Providing exp. live-in companions/housekeepers, w/ excellent references. Call 908689-9140.
V. Boats & Accessories

1987 23' Bayliner Trophy w/hardtop & trailer. Excellent fishing boat. Must see. No motor, $3,000 o/b/o. 732-310-1007. 21' BOSTON Whaler Outrage '01 - 225 Opt Max Merc, below 200 hrs., mint cond. $32,995. 732528-7322. WANTED SMALL boat slip (19') 2006 season. Glimmer Glass area. 732-681-1319.
PT SALES Help- Teddy Bears by the Seashore. 732-449-7446.
S. Child Care
FOR 12 yr. old girl after school in Wall Twp., M-F, approx. 3pm6pm. Some driving required. Needs good driving record & reliable car. References. Negotiable pay. 732-687-2007. NJ STATE Registered child care provider has openings. Infants & toddlers receive loving care in my Pt. Pleasant home. CPR & First Aid trained. M-F. Call Barbara 732-892-7506. SEEKING AFTER school child care in my Manasquan home 2 days a wk. (1-5:30pm) for 3 elementary school aged children. Pls. call 732-528-7331. SUGARBUN FAMILY Daycare See ad on Front Page!
X. Automotive
'95 PONTIAC Grand Am SE, clean body, new tires, alternator, low mileage engine installed. $975. Call 732-528-0427. '99 VOLKSWAGEN Jetta Wolfsburg, silver, great cond., well maintained, hwy. mi., auto, all power, clean interior. Asking $5,000. Call 732-713-6300.

1982 MERCEDES 300 turbo diesel. Orig. owner. $1,950. Call 732-292-2669. 1989 VOLVO 240GL Sedan. Runs great, 171K miles, auto. Perfect for a new driver or student car. $1,225. 732-223-4535 or go see at 18 Curtis Ave., Manasquan. 1993 BUICK Roadmaster Wagon. Beautiful cond., loaded, leather interior. Call 732-2234045. 2000 CHRYSLER Concorde, low mileage, excellent cond, fully loaded, w/warranty. One owner, $7,450. 732-280-1443. 2005 ALTIMA- 12,900 miles. This car has everything. Leather pkg., dual front & side air bags, heated seats, leather interior, extended warranty, traction control, etc. Asking $23,000, call 732-906-1306 or 732-841-7736. AUTOS, TRUCKS, Vans- Any year or model, running or not. Highest cash paid- or donate to Maddona House or St. Rose H.S. for full market value, free pick up. 732-280-6444. HONDA ACCORD 2003 LX, 41,000 miles, $14,800. 732-6904388 JAGUAR 2000 S-Type, 43,400 miles, garage kept, silver, black leather interior. $18,900. 732539-2001. VINTAGE CAR sale: Sat. 10/15, 12 noon. 1958 Corvette, 1956 & 1961 T-Birds, 1932 Buick, 1961 & 1976 Cadillacs, 1967 Rambler Rogue, 1986 Rolls, 1960 Buick. Location: Garrison's, 1316 Sea Girt Ave., Sea Girt, NJ. Info: www.joeycars.com. Serious buyers only. A PROFESSIONAL Cleaning Service- Our reputation is "spotless". We're honest, reliable & reasonably priced. Free estimates. Fully insured. Many yrs. exp. Call Maria, 732-241-7896. A PROFESSIONAL CLEANING service. Grace Sullivan, 38 years serving the shore. Owner supervised. Honest, reliable, reasonable. Fully insured, free refs./estimates. 732-280-1087. A+ ALL year round cleaning, owner doing job. Laundry also. Experienced, honest, reasonable rates, refs. Call cell: 732668-9661, home: 732-449-0004. AB CLEANING Service- 1 time, weekly, biweekly, monthly. Residential, commercial, windows. Tailored to meet your needs. Affordable & reliable. Same maid each time. All supplies incl. Refs. avail. serving Monmouth & Ocean Counties. Ask for Carmen. 732-458-0104. AFFORDABLE + PROFESSIONAL- Jeannette's Cleaning Services. Free estimates. Fully insured. Residential/commercial. Reasonable rates. Cleaning weekly, biweekly, monthly. Excellent refs. Call 732-449-6882 or 732-223-6661. ALL COMPUTER Problems Solved! At your home or office. Running slow, viruses, crashing? I will fix it. 15+ years experience. Professional & reliable service. Call Dan today! 732681-2360 APPLIANCE REPAIRS - And sale of Maytag, GE, Kitchen Aid, Whirlpool, Kenmore and others. Courteous service by Apple Appliance. 732-223-1286. 528-6367. BOB CHAMBERS- Painting & wallpaper, 35 yrs. in your area. Satisfaction guaranteed. Insured. Free estimates. 732-8996033. CLEAN-UP/DEMOLITION & HAULING- Debris removal. Call Randy Stoddard 732-751-9300 or 732-245-1474 (cell). DAVE WILL Do It! No job too small. Call for free estimate. 732CLEANING- LOCAL woman with years experience & awesome refs. looking to acquire more work. Work is white glove guaranteed. 908-433-9305.
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where in between. 732-2929144.
DISCOUNT TELEPHONE- Service, phone jacks, wiring, cable TV outlets. Retired from N.J. Bell. 27 yrs. experience. Call 732-528-7535.
DELIVERY SERVICE- Box truck leaves every Tues. from Wall area, destination Philadelphia. Will deliver your product any-
DNR HANDYMAN Service- Will do odd jobs for you. No job too
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A SUMMER Wind Cleaning Service- 20 yrs. exp. Owner supervised, fully insured, free estimates. Call Barbara, 732-4582255. A CLEANING Service- Homes, condos. Many years experience, free estimates. Exc. refs., very honest, reliable & reasonable. Call Maria, 732-920-8102. A COMPUTER MESS??? Serving homes & businesses. Slow computer? Spyware? Viruses? Sales, support, training, networking. New computer set-up. All problems solved! 732-4498130. www.wirelessjack.com
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DON CARNEVALE/ PAINTINGSpecializing in Interiors. Neat & clean. Reasonable & reliable. Quality always! Insured. References. 732-899-4470. HANDYMAN- DRYWALL repairs; painting interior/exterior; power washing; minor plumbing & electrical, cedar shake reconditioning, replacement doors and windows. Make your deck maintenance free. Call Jim 732-2990727. HERON HOME Strategies- Interior/exterior consulting & design, meticulous installation services. Call 732-642-2697. KIMBERLY'S CLEANINGHomes, offices, & construction. Experience, great references. Monmouth & Ocean Counties. 732-682-1310. LIGHT HAULING- Remove trash or any unwanted items. Reasonable rates. Ron Masella Sr. 732528-5769. LAWN- GRASS weekly cuts, Thursdays & Fridays available. Fall leaf cleanups. Owner operated; no crew. Duane 732-6846203, firefytr@optonline.net. LET PETER Do It!- Interior painting, wallpaper, more. Meticulous, dependable, satisfaction guaranteed. Refs. Peter Harrington, Bay Head. 732-295-1930. PAINTING- 20 years experience, interior and exterior. Top quality work at fair prices. Call Glenn. 732-223-8777.

PC PROBLEMS?? Computer slowing down? Freezing up? Error messages? Software problems are my specialty--and if I don't fix them, you don't pay! Jerry 732-892-8618.
PORTRAITS PAINTED in oil or pastel. People, pets, homes. 30 yrs. experience. Call Sandy Huston 732-742-4239 (cell), 732836-0284.
_____________________________ OCEAN COUNTY SHERIFFS SALE By virtue of the above stated writ, to me directed, issued out of the SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, CHANCERY DIVISION Docket F90805 will be exposed to sale at public vendue on TUESDAY the 18TH DAY OF OCTOBER A.D. 2005 between the hours of 12 oclock and 5 oclock (at 2 oclock) Prevailing Time in the afternoon of said day at the Office of the Sheriff, Toms River, Township of Dover, County of Ocean, New Jersey. All that tract or parcel of land and premises, situate, lying and being in the TOWNSHIP OF DOVER, County of Ocean and State of New Jersey. Street and Street No.: 117 W. MARLIN WAY, CHADWICK BEACH Tax Lot and Block No.: LOT: 17 BLOCK: 1109.07 The Dimensions: APPROXIMATELY: UNAVAILABLE Nearest Cross Street: UNAVAILABLE The above description does not constitute a full legal description, said description is filed at the Office of the Sheriff, 120 Hooper Avenue, Toms River, NJ. THE SHERIFF HEREBY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO ADJOURN THIS SALE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE BY PUBLICATION. PRIOR LIENS ON AFFIDAVIT: NONE The approximate amount of the judgement to be satisfied by said sale is the sum of $90,196.06 more or less, plus interest. May be subject to an Ordinance by the Ocean County Board of Health: 87-01, Section 10. The Sheriffs Department will require notification of the certification of the wells where applicable. The Sheriff shall deduct his fees, costs and commissions of sale from the total amount bid at the sale. A 20% deposit is required from the Successful Bidder at the time of sale. Seized as the property of PAUL McVEIGH, ET ALS, and taken in execution at the suit of OCEANFIRST BANK, and to be sold by William L. Polhemus, Sheriff. This sale is subject to postponement without further notice. Attorneys for Plaintiff Peluso, Castelluci & Weintraub 740 Broad Street Highway 35 Shrewsbury, NJ 07702 Sheriffs Docket: CH 760416 (9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14) ($103.36) (76) The Ocean Star _____________________________ OCEAN COUNTY SHERIFFS SALE By virtue of the above stated writ, to me directed, issued out of the SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, LAW DIVISION Docket DJ19045804 will be exposed to sale at public vendue on TUESDAY the 18TH DAY OF OCTOBER, A.D. 2005 between the hours of 12 oclock and 5 oclock (at 2 oclock) Prevailing Time in the afternoon of said day at the Office of the Sheriff,
Toms River, Township of Dover, County of Ocean, New Jersey. All that tract or parcel of land and premises, situate, lying and being in the BOROUGH OF SEASIDE HEIGHTS, County of Ocean and State of New Jersey. Street and Street No.: 1408 BARNEGAT AVENUE Tax Lot and Block No.: LOT: 28 BLOCK: 48 The Dimensions: APPROXIMATELY: 50.66 X 76.68 Nearest Cross Street: APPROXIMATELY 102.47 FEET TO SAMPSON AVENUE The above description does not constitute a full legal description, said description is filed at the Office of the Sheriff, 120 Hooper Avenue, Toms River, NJ. THE SHERIFF HEREBY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO ADJOURN THIS SALE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE BY PUBLICATION. PRIOR LIENS ON AFFIDAVIT: COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC. - $62,250.00 (FACE VALUE) The approximate amount of the judgement to be satisfied by said sale is the sum of $8,556.76 more or less, plus interest. May be subject to an Ordinance by the Ocean County Board of Health: 87-01, Section 10. The Sheriffs Department will require notification of the certification of the wells where applicable. The Sheriff shall deduct his fees, costs and commissions of sale from the total amount bid at the sale. A 20% deposit is required from the Successful Bidder at the time of sale. Seized as the property of LINDA A. SOMMELING, and taken in execution at the suit of UNIFUND CCR PARTNERS, and to be sold by William L. Polhemus, Sheriff. This sale is subject to postponement without further notice. Attorneys for Plaintiff Ragan &Ragan 3100 Route 138 West Brinley Plaza Bldg. One Wall, NJ 07719 Sheriffs Docket: L 760420 (9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14) ($104.72) (77) The Ocean Star _____________________________ OCEAN COUNTY SHERIFFS SALE By virtue of the above stated writ, to me directed, issued out of the SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, CHANCERY DIVISION Docket F413304, will be exposed to sale at public vendue on TUESDAY the 18TH DAY OF OCTOBER A.D. 2005 between the hours of 12 oclock and 5 oclock (at 2 oclock) Prevailing Time in the afternoon of said day at the Office of the Sheriff, Toms River, Township of Dover, County of Ocean, New Jersey. All that tract or parcel of land and premises, situate, lying and being in the BOROUGH OF POINT PLEASANT, County of Ocean and State of New Jersey. Street and Street No.: 2225 RIVIERA PARKWAY Tax Lot and Block No.: LOT: 8 BLOCK: 381 The Dimensions:
APPROXIMATELY: 100 FT X 75 FT X 100 FT X 75 FT Nearest Cross Street: SUSAN LANE THE SHERIFF HEREBY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO ADJOURN THIS SALE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE BY PUBLICATION. PRIOR LIENS OF AFFIDAVIT: NONE SUBJECT TO ANY UNPAID TAXES, MUNICIPAL LIENS OR OTHER CHARGES, AND ANY SUCH TAXES, CHARGES, LIENS, INSURANCE PREMIUMS OR OTHER ADVANCES MADE BY PLAINTIFF PRIOR TO THIS SALE. ALL INTERESTED PARTIES ARE TO CONDUCT AND RELY UPON THEIR OWN INDEPENDENT INVESTIGATION TO ASCERTAIN WHETHER OR NOT ANY OUTSTANDING INTEREST REMAIN OF RECORD AND/OR HAVE PRIORITY OVER THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED AND, IF SO THE CURRENT AMOUNT DUE THEREON. The approximate amount of the judgement to be satisfied by said sale is the sum of $321,575.32 more or less, plus interest. May be subject to an Ordinance by the Ocean County Board of Health: 87-01, Section 10. The Sheriffs Department will require notification of the certification of the wells where applicable. The Sheriff shall deduct his fees, costs and commissions of sale from the total amount bid at the sale. A 20% deposit is required from the Successful Bidder at the time of sale. Seized as the property of ANTHONY DONATO, ET ALS, and taken in execution at the suit of WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. S/B/M/T WELLS FARGO HOME MORTGAGE, INC., and to be sold by William L. Polhemus, Sheriff. This sale is subject to postponement without further notice. Attorneys for Plaintiff Phelan Hallinan &Schmieg, PC 400 Fellowship Road Mount Laurel, NJ 08002 Sheriffs Docket: CH 760409 (9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14) ($122.40) (90) The Ocean Star _____________________________ BOROUGH OF BAY HEAD ORDINANCE NO. 2005-05 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AND SUPPLEMENTING CHAPTER 147 (LAND USE) OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE TO REVISE THE DEFINITIONS OF LOT COVERAGE AND STRUCTURE AND PERMIT UNCOVERED STEPS ACCESSING THE FIRST FLOOR OF A BUILDING TO PROJECT INTO CERTAIN REQUIRED YARD AREAS IN THE BOROUGH OF BAY HEAD, OCEAN COUNTY, NEW JERSEY. PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the foregoing Ordinance was adopted on second reading and final passage at a meeting of the Borough Council of the Borough of Bay Head held on the 4th day of October 2005. PATRICIA M. APPLEGATE Municipal Clerk ($8.84) (26) (10-07)
The Ocean Star _____________________________ BOROUGH OF POINT PLEASANT PLANNING BOARD LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT: On October 20, 2005 at 7:30 P.M. in the Borough Chamber, 2233 Bridge Avenue, Point Pleasant, New Jersey, Chee Phan is applying to the Planning Board for preliminary and final site plan approval and variances under Section(c) of R.S. 40:55D-70 on property known as Block 218, Lot 1. ADDRESS: 3121 Bridge Avenue, Point Pleasant, NJ in a CM Zone. This request is to seek permission to: Convert vacant commercial building to use as coffee house/caf. Applicant will also request variances for number of parking spaces and variances for existing excess building coverage and nonconforming front yard setback. Applicant reserves the right to request such variances and waivers as may be deemed necessary by the Board or its professionals at or prior to the hearing of this matter. PLANS HAVE BEEN FILED WITH THE CLERK OF THE PLANNING BOARD AND ARE AVAILABLE FOR YOUR REVIEW AT THE BOROUGH HALL MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY FROM 8:30 A.M. TO 4:00 P.M. AND FRIDAYS 9:00 A.M. TO 4:00 P.M. STEVEN A. PARDES, ESQ. Attorney for Applicant CHEE PHAN ($15.30) (45) (10-07) The Ocean Star _____________________________ BOROUGH OF POINT PLEASANT PLANNING BOARD LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT: On Thursday, October 20, 2005, at 7:30 P.M. in the Borough Chambers, 2233 Bridge Avenue, Point Pleasant, New Jersey, Thomas Walker, 1108 Beaver Dam Rd., Point Pleasant, N.J. is applying to the Point Pleasant Planning Board for an extension of approved subdivision (see below) under Section (c) of R.S. 40:55-D70 on property known as Block 232 Lot 5. Address: 1108 Beaver Dam Rd. in a R-3 zone. This request is to seek permission to: Create two building lots and to request variance relief for existing non-conforming structures. Construction of a single family residence. Relief is also requested for any other variances deemed necessary by the Board. Plans have been filed with the Clerk of the Planning Board and are available for your review at the Point Pleasant Planning Board Office, 2233 Bridge Ave., Point Pleasant during normal business hours. THOMAS WALKER Applicant ($11.90) (35) (10-07) The Ocean Star _____________________________ BOROUGH OF POINT PLEASANT PLANNING BOARD LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT:
on October 20, 2005 at 7:30 P.M. in the Borough Chamber, 2233 Bridge Avenue, Point Pleasant, New Jersey, John Van Breemen and Lynn E. Van Breemen is applying to the Planning Board for a minor subdivision approval and variances Under Section (c) of R.S. 40:55D-70 on property known as Block 154, Lot 7 ADDRESS: 1219 Rue Avenue, Point Pleasant in an R-1A Zone. This request is to seek permission to: Subdivide property into two lots: convert masonry dwelling to garage use only and construct new dwelling on separate lot to be created by the subdivision. Applicant will apply for variance for lot width and frontage for both lots, lot area for proposed lot 7.01, side yard setback for proposed lot 7 and accessory building setback for proposed lot 7. Applicant reserves the right to apply for such additional variances and waivers as may be deemed necessary by the Board or its professionals at or prior to the hearing. PLANS HAVE BEEN FILED WITH THE CLERK OF THE PLANNING BOARD AND ARE AVAILABLE FOR YOUR REVIEW AT THE BOROUGH HALL MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY FROM 8:30 A.M. TO 4:00 P.M. AND FRIDAYS 9:00 A.M. TO 4:00 P.M. STEVEN A. PARDES, ESQ. Attorney for Applicant JOHN VAN BREEMEN and LYNN E. VAN BREEMEN ($15.98) (47) (10-06) The Ocean Star _____________________________ BOROUGH OF POINT PLEASANT BEACH PUBLIC NOTICE The Borough of Point Pleasant Beach will hold a public auction on October 23, 2005 at 12:00 Noon at the Municipal Garage, 301 Cooks Road, Point Pleasant Beach. Bicycles and miscellaneous items that have come into the possession of the Point Pleasant Beach Police Department through abandonment or confiscation over a period of time will be available for bid. Maryann Ellsworth, RMC Municipal Clerk. ($5.78) (17) (10-07) The Ocean Star _____________________________ BOROUGH OF POINT PLEASANT BEACH NOTICE Take notice that on September 19, 2005, a change occurred in the ownership of 1106 Ocean Ave., Inc., trading as White Sands Oceanfront Resort & Spa, Spanos at the White Sands, Spanos Italian Steakhouse, and Papas Lounge, holder of Plenary Retail Consumption License No. 1525-33-019-006, for premises located at 1201 Ocean Avenue, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742-3349, resulting in the following persons acquiring in the aggregate one percent or more of the ownership thereof: Joseph M. Spano, 1207 Curtis Avenue, Point Pleasant, NJ 08742 Any information concerning the qualifications of any of the above current stockholders should be communicated in writing to: Maryann Ellsworth, R.M.C., Borough of Point Pleasant Beach Municipal Clerk,416 New Jersey Avenue, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742-3330.
1106 OCEAN AVE., INC. 1201 OCEAN AVENUE POINT PLEASANT BEACH, NJ 08742 ($11.56) (34) (10-07) The Ocean Star _____________________________ BOROUGH OF POINT PLEASANT BEACH ORDINANCE 2005-36 AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF POINT PLEASANT BEACH, OCEAN COUNTY, NEW JERSEY AMENDING CHAPTER III OF THE BOROUGH CODE TO REQUIRE THE REPLACEMENT OF TREES WITHIN 180 DAYS OF THE ISSUANCE OF A PERMIT BE IT ORDAINED by the Borough Council of the Borough of Point Pleasant Beach, County of Ocean and State of New Jersey as follows: SECTION 1. Chapter III of the Borough Code, entitled Police Regulations shall be amended in Section 3-24.3, entitled Replacement of Trees, to insert the following sentence at the end of the existing provisions of that section: Any replacement trees required by this section shall be planted within 180 days of the date of issuance of the tree removal permit. SECTION 2. This Ordinance repeals any inconsistent ordinance or ordinances or part or parts thereof. SECTION 3. This Ordinance shall take effect immediately upon its final passage and publication as required by law. NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the foregoing Ordinance was introduced and passed on first reading at the regular meeting of the Borough Council of the Borough of Point Pleasant Beach, in the County of Ocean, held on the 4th day of October, 2005 and will be considered for second reading and final passage at the regular meeting of said governing body to be held on the 18th day of October, 2005 at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers, Borough Hall, 416 New Jersey Avenue, Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey at which time and place any person desiring to be heard will be given an opportunity to be so heard. MARYANN ELLSWORTH, Clerk ($19.38) (57) (10-07) The Ocean Star _____________________________ BOROUGH OF POINT PLEASANT BEACH ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT NOTICE TAKE NOTICE that on the 20th day of October, 2005 at 7:30 PM, a hearing will be held before the Borough of Point Pleasant Beach Zoning Board of Adjustment at the Municipal Building, 416 New Jersey Avenue, Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey on the appeal or application of the undersigned for a variance or other relief so as to permit: 19-9.1c Front yard proposed 16.86 feet; building coverage proposed 31.6%; pool equipment; proposed less than 3 feet. 19-11.12 Proposed 5 foot setback on side and back on the premises located at 113 Atlantic Avenue, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ, and designated as Block 63 and Lot(s) 7 on the Borough of Point Pleasant Beach Tax Map. The applicant reserves the right
to seek any other waiver or variance relief as determined to be necessary by the Board or its staff prior to or during the public hearing. The following are on file in the office of the Municipal Clerk and are available for inspection during business hours of 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM: Survey with architectural sketches. Any interested party may appear at said hearing and participate therein in accordance with the rules of the Zoning Board of Adjustment. JACK ROTH Applicant ($14.28) (42) (10-07) The Ocean Star _____________________________ BOROUGH OF POINT PLEASANT BEACH ORDINANCE 2005-35 AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF POINT PLEASANT BEACH, OCEAN COUNTY, NEW JERSEY AMENDING CHAPTER II OF THE BOROUGH CODE TO ELIMINATE LONGEVITY BENEFITS AND RETIREMENT HEALTH BENEFITS FOR NEW HIRES BE IT ORDAINED by the Borough Council of the Borough of Point Pleasant Beach, County of Ocean and State of New Jersey as follows: SECTION 1. Chapter II of the Borough Code, entitled Administration shall be amended in Section 2-23.8, entitled Longevity, to insert the following sentence at the end of the existing provisions of that section: Notwithstanding the foregoing, no non-union employee hired after November 1, 2005 shall be entitled to any longevity payments, regardless of any other provision to the contrary in this Code. SECTION 2. Chapter II of the Borough Code, entitled Administration shall be amended to delete existing Section 2-23.14, entitled Department Head Benefits, in its entirety. There shall be no provisions inserted to replace the deleted provisions. This Section shall be designated as Reserved for Future Use, or a similar designation by the codification service. SECTION 3. Chapter II of the Borough Code, entitled Administration shall be amended in Section 2-23.15, entitled Medical Benefits for Non-Union and Retired Personnel, to insert the following sentence at the end of the existing provisions of that section: Notwithstanding the foregoing, no non-union employee hired after November 1, 2005 shall be entitled to any health benefits upon retirement, regardless of any other provision to the contrary in this Code. SECTION 4. This Ordinance repeals any inconsistent ordinance or ordinances or part or parts thereof. SECTION 5. This Ordinance shall take effect immediately upon its final passage and publication as required by law. NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the foregoing Ordinance was introduced and passed on first reading at the regular meeting of the Borough Council of the Borough of Point Pleasant Beach, in the County of Ocean, held on the 4th day of October, 2005 and will be considered for second reading and final passage
at the regular meeting of said governing body to be held on the 18th day of October, 2005 at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers, Borough Hall, 416 New Jersey Avenue, Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey at which time and place any person desiring to be heard will be given an opportunity to be so heard. MARYANN ELLSWORTH, Clerk ($28.56) (84) (10-07) The Ocean Star _____________________________ BOROUGH OF POINT PLEASANT BEACH ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT NOTICE TAKE NOTICE that on the 20th day of October, 2005, at 7:30 PM, a hearing will be held before the Borough of Point Pleasant Beach Zoning Board of Adjustment at the Municipal Building, 416 New Jersey Avenue, Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey on the appeal or application of the undersigned for a variance or other relief as to permit: Construction of an addition to residence, requiring known variances as follows Code Sections 19-11.15 and 19-9.1c. Code Section 19-11.15b requires that any structure located on a corner lot shall be set back from both streets at least the required front yard distance. Code Section 19-9.1c requires a front yard set back of 25, whereas 14 is presently provided to the stairs on Elizabeth Avenue and 15.05 provided to the west side of the residence on Lake Avenue. In addition, the existing accessory structure (2 car garage) is set back 2.02 from the easterly side yard, whereas 5 is required and the present rear yard set back is 1.6, whereas 5 is required. No additional variances are sought as to the existing accessory structure. Variances noted as to the accessory structure are existing. Affected premises are located at 208 Elizabeth Avenue, Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey 08742 and designated as Block 13.05 in Lot(s) 3 on the Borough of Point Pleasant Beach Tax Map. The applicant reserves the right to seek any other waiver or variance relief as determined to be necessary by the Board or its staff prior to or during the public hearing. The following are on file in the office of the Municipal Clerk and are available for inspection during business hours of 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM. Plans prepared by Aquatecture Associates, Inc., Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey, together with Application(s), Survey, Survey Affidavit and related documents. Any interested party may appear at said hearing and participate therein in accordance with the rules of the Zoning Board of Adjustment. McDONNELL & WHITAKER, L.L.P. Attorney for Applicant RICHARD C. McDONNELL, ESQ. Applicant JANE F. McDONNELL Applicant ($23.80) (70) (10-07) The Ocean Star _____________________________ OCEAN COUNTY SHERIFFS SALE By virtue of the above stated writ, to me directed, issued out of the SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, CHANCERY DIVISION
Docket F1122804, will be exposed to sale at public vendue on TUESDAY the 1st DAY OF NOVEMBER A.D. 2005 between the hours of 12 oclock and 5 oclock (at 2 oclock) Prevailing Time in the afternoon of said day at the Office of the Sheriff, Toms River, Township of Dover, County of Ocean, New Jersey. All that tract or parcel of land and premises, situate, lying and being in the BOROUGH OF POINT PLEASANT, County of Ocean and State of New Jersey. Street and Street No.: 231 PAULISON AVENUE Tax Lot and Block No.: LOT: 16 BLOCK: 11 Dimensions: APPROXIMATELY: 71 ft X 100 ft Nearest Cross Street: HERBERTSVILLE ROAD The above description does not constitute a full legal description, said description is filed at the Office of the Sheriff, 120 Hooper Avenue, Toms River, NJ. THE SHERIFF HEREBY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO ADJOURN THIS SALE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE BY PUBLICATION. PRIOR LIENS ON AFFIDAVIT: PAST DUE BALANCES: TAXES: $6,332.41 - OPEN PLUS $144.85 INTEREST TO 12/5/04 WATER/SEWER: $106.37 OPEN PLUS $0.98 INTEREST TO 12/5/04 TOTAL: $6,584.61 SUBJECT TO ANY OPEN TAXES, WATER/SEWER, MUNICIPAL LIENS, ETC., PLUS ANY SUBSEQUENT TAXES AND ACCRUED INTEREST AS THEY MAY BECOME DUE. The approximate amount of the judgement to be satisfied by said sale is the sum of $196,997.77 more or less, plus interest. May be subject to an Ordinance by the Ocean County Board of Health: 87-01, Section 10. The Sheriffs Department will require notification of the certification of the wells where applicable. The Sheriff shall deduct his fees, costs and commissions of sale from the total amount bid at the sale. A 20% deposit is required from the Successful Bidder at the time of sale. This sale was previously scheduled to be sold on MAY 10, 2005. Due to the filing of Bankruptcy sale was adjourned indefinitely. Per order of this Bankruptcy Court sale is now being advertised for 4 consecutive weeks in order to inform the public of the rescheduled date of sale. Seized as the property of JONATHAN WILSON, ET UX, ET ALS, and taken in execution at the suit of LASALLE BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, and to be sold by William L. Polhemus, Sheriff. This sale is subject to postponement without further notice. Attorneys for Plaintiff Zucker, Goldberg & Ackerman 200 Sheffield Street Suite 301 Mountainside, NJ 07092-0024 1 (908) 233-8500 File XCZL-62962 Sheriffs Docket: CH 760188 (10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28) ($131.92) (97)
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CYAN MAGENTA YELLOW BLACK

Reeling In The Catch Of The Day In 11 Point

Shelter From The Storm In Point Beach 4

Loughran demands apology from Democrats

Water tower may house cell antennas

LAUREN PARKER, The Ocean Star

See TOWER PAGE 20

Freeholder answers questions about taxes

See APOLOGY PAGE 20

BRIAN MCGINN, The Ocean Star

Spending Quality Time Together

See QUESTIONS PAGE 21

THE OCEAN STAR, FRIDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2005

Council saves $342,088 by refinancing outstanding bonds

Lavallette Community Calendar

Recreation programs set

KATHLEEN ESDAILE, The Ocean Star

THE OCEAN STAR, FRIDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2005

Borough beautification group launches new several new projects

Photo courtesy of Friends of Lavallette Beautification

Council still unsure of best way to solve Canada geese problem

See COUNCIL, page 22

Entertainment books for sale

Seniors trip scheduled

THE OCEAN STAR, FRIDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2005

Point Pleasant Beach

Louisiana family takes refuge in Point Pleasant Beach

Point Beach Community Calendar

KATHLEEN ESDAILE, The Ocean Star

Roast Beef Dinner

Open Space Meeting

Library association seeks donations to upgrade heat

Class of 1965 Reunion

CYAN MAGENTA YELLOW BLACK

Point Pleasant Beach

District towns to see $1.5 million for road improvement projects

KATHLEEN ESDAILE, The Ocean Star

THE OCEAN STAR, FRIDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2005

Point Pleasant Beach

Jenkinsons employee arrested after camera records stealing

Friends look to spread word with a door-to-door walk

KATHLEEN ESDAILE, The Ocean Star

DPW announces street sweeper schedule

Fall festival set for Nov. 19

Entertainment Books offered

Class of 1980 Reunion set

THE OCEAN STAR, FRIDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2005

Point Pleasant Beach A Gentle Breeze

Sixth Annual Dotties House 5K walk/run scheduled for tomorrow

LAUREN PARKER, The Ocean Star

Point Pleasant Beach considers town calendar

Coast Guard calls off search for missing diver

THE OCEAN STAR, FRIDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2005

Point Pleasant Beach

No injuries reported in New York Ave. house fire

The Ocean Star

LAUREN PARKER, The Ocean Star

Local volunteer looking for support in Eagle Scout project

Beach police continue to make underage drinking arrests in town

THE OCEAN STAR, FRIDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2005

All Mantoloking residents encouraged to join beach sweep

Sticker courtesy of the Mantoloking Police Department