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All the clubs are active in their respective communities. “We work the community,” Barone said. “We look to give as much back as we can. We’re all working together.” One of the calling cards for the BlueClaws and Thunder are their affiliations with major league clubs. Fans have the opportunity to see the top prospects and high draft choices of the Yankees and Phillies. There’s always a chance they may see a future Hall of Famer on his way up. “The Phillies have been phenomenal,” Hansen said. “They put their brand as our back ers, and it validates us.” Fans of the BlueClaws have had the chance STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER ERIC SUCAR to see the Phillies’ Cole Hamels, whose Lake The Lakewood BlueClaws’ Emmanuel Serra, 21, a former Phillies infielder, signs autographs for Manasquan-Brielle Little League wood uniform was recently retired, and Ryan players prior to the start of a game against the Delmarva Shorebirds at FirstEnergy Park in Lakewood. Howard. Both made stops in Lakewood on their way to Philadelphia. The program has had a good decade. The BlueClaws won three SAL championships in 2006, 2009 and 2010, and the Phillies won the World Series in 2008 and the National League pennant in 2009. The rosters are different for independent baseball teams like the Patriots and Riversharks. There is no major league club giving their minor league affiliates the roster, and the players are often older, with more professional experience. “A great benefit we as general managers get is to select the players we want here,” McVetry said. “We look for good- Lakewood BlueClaws 400,299 character guys.” Trenton Thunder 360,010 Independent league players include Paddy Matera. a Brookdale Community College graduate now living in Free Somerset Patriots 339,468 hold Borough. The 27-year-old infielder for the Riversharks acknowledged that there is a good chance this will be his final Camden Riversharks 217,145 season of professional baseball. Soon to be married and the fa ther of a 2-year-old girl, he knows his window of opportunity New Jersey Jackals 76,883 is closing. Matera might have given it up after last season, but re ceived a call from the Cleveland Indians inviting him to attend camp during spring training. Even though the American League club later released him, he got his first taste of the the game so much. I always give 100 percent. I respect the major leagues, which is why he’s back with the Riversharks. game on the field.” “It gave me more drive to push and to get back,” Matera A love of the game drives these ballplayers, and fans can said of his experience with the Indians. “It was definitely a relate better to them than to some of the big-league players great feeling. I got an introduction as to what to expect.” who have a sense of entitlement. In the majors, the game can Far from discouraged by what happened over the winter, seem more about business than baseball. he hopes a good year with the Camden club will impress Along with low ticket and concession prices, promotions, major league scouts who are taking an interest in the inde a fan-friendly environment and the game itself, the inde pendent leagues. pendent teams and minor league clubs have something else “If you do well there, you’ll get picked,” Matera said. going for them — location. 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SOUTH BRUNSWICK — Two men who were injured fighting in different wars were honored this month for their selfless service to their country. Emil Bonagura. a World War II veteran, and Donald J. Zolkiwsky, a Vietnam War veteran, were recognized June 7 during the third annual Purple Heart luncheon hosted by the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 9111 in Kendall Park. The two men are among the post’s 10 recipients of the Pur ple Heart, which is awarded to U.S. Armed Forces members who are wounded by an in strument of war in the hands of the enemy. Bonagura was 19 years old when he joined the Army in September 1943. He was stationed at Camp Gruber in Oklahoma be fore serving in Italy and France with the 3rd Division, 7th Infantry. He endured serious injuries from shrap nel during a battle on Nov. 4, 1944, in France’s Vosges Mountains. “I was coming out of a foxhole when it was shelled,” he said, adding that it all hap pened in a matter of seconds. Bonagura was hospitalized for more than six weeks for injuries to his head, arms, shoulders and back. He then fell back in line with his unit, which in May 1945 took con trol of Berchtesgaden, Germany, where Adolph Hitler had planned his conquest of Europe. “The next day, the war had ended,” he said. Bonagura, now 90, received many acco lades, including the Bronze Star, Combat PHOTO COURTESY OF CAROL MOGOR Infantryman’s Badge, Good Conduct VFW Post 9111 of Kendall Park held a luncheon for local Purple Heart recipients on June 7. Pictured are: back row, left to right, Donald Medal, European Theater Campaign Medal, Zolklwsky, VFW Auxiliary Commander Dave Cipriano, Joe Guchek, Joe Pepe, Joe Beliafronte, Joseph Belardo, Charles Steffens, Bemie World War II Victory Medal and French Fox, Emil Bonagura and John Stavoia; and front row, left to right, Ladles Auxiliary President Jean Bolinger, Ed Domenowski, VFW Post Croixvegence Medal. Commander John Backowski, Daniel J. Passafiume and Emie Mogor. He said his service in the Army was a re warding experience. his ROTC instructor at St. Peter’s, led him Saigon. Corps in 1991. “The younger generation is very fortu to the Armored Corps of the Army. ‘The pilot was pinned and injured badly. Zolkiwsky said being honored at the nate for all those scary moments that we had “I was intrigued by the tanks,” he said. ... 1 had called ‘mayday’ that we were going luncheon makes it easier to take in all the to go through,” he said. “It was a wonderful Zolkiwsky attended 10 weeks of officer down,” he said, adding that the tail of the bad that has happened. experience, lalthough] I would never want training at Fort Knox in Kentucky and mar helicopter had been blown off. “All we ask is not to be forgotten,” he to do it again.” ried his wife Deena before going off to Ger Zolkiwsky said the two survived thanks said. Bonagura was honorably discharged as many. He served with the 3rd Battalion, 1st to the cover provided by layers of trees in Zolkiwsky, of South Plainfield, under a corporal in March 1946. After the war, the Training Brigade, 101st Airborne Division the jungle. He spent three weeks in a hospi went a heart transplant five years ago, re native o f Brooklyn, N. Y., went back to New in Fort Campbell, Kentucky, and the 3rd tal, where he was treated for shrapnel ceiving the heart of Detective Marc York City to work for a newspaper before Squadron, 8th U.S. Cavalry, Airborne wounds and an injury caused when the hel DiNardo, a Jersey City police officer who taking a job with an insurance company. He Brigade, 8th Infantry Division in icopter rolled onto his arm. died in the line of duty. He first met Di- worked as an auditor with the insurance Mannheim, Germany. Zolkiwsky said he thinks every day nardo’s family in September 2013, and company until his retirement. During the Vietnam War, he served with about what he went through and the men plans to attend the five-year anniversary Now living in Kendall Park, Bonagura the 2nd Battalion, 28th Infantry, 1st Infantry with whom he fought. ceremony on July 22. has been a member of the VFW since a Division in Lai Khe in 1967 and 1968. “I lost my best friend, Carl S. Kizer. ... David Cipriano, president of the men’s friend invited him to the post 15 years ago. “It was the m iddle of the Tet Offensive,” He was killed in 1968 during friendly fire, auxiliary at the post, said they decided to “I had passed the VFW hundreds of he said. “I don’t think many realize how nine days before he was set to come home,” hold the Purple Heart luncheons to honor times,” he said. “I am very flattered to be close we came to defeat.” he said. Kizer, an Army captain, was 25 those who have made so many sacrifices. honored by the post. ... It is very heart On Feb. 9, 1968, Zolkiwsky had to find years old and left behind a wife and two The post’s 10 Purple Heart recipients warming, and they do a great job.” a place to safely land 700 men for an assault young kids. also include Vietnam War veterans Joseph Zolkiwsky began his service with the on a village at the break of dawn the next Zolkiwsky said he shares a strong bond M. Belardo and Charles J. Zboray; World Army the day before his 21st birthday in morning. The village was at least a half- with those he fought alongside. War II veterans Bernard Fox, Joseph R. 1964, after being commissioned at St. hour from their Lai Khe camp. “We made sacrifices. ... I met my son Marchese, Ernest Mogor. Daniel J. Peter’s College, now St. Peter’s University, He and a pilot set out in a helicopter, and David for the first time when he was 2-and- Passafiume and Charles H. Steffans; and in Jersey City. He had decided as a kid in the two were armed with an M79 grenade a-half months, and met him again when he Korean War veteran Louis R. Spinelli. Bayonne that he wanted to be an airborne launcher and Zolkiwsky’s AR-15 weapon was 6 months old,” he said. soldier after seeing the father of a friend and .45 caliber pistol. During the assign His son followed in his footsteps, grad Contact Kathy Chang at come home from Korea in uniform. ment, a gun batde ensued and the helicopter uating from the ROTC program at Rider kchang @ gmnews. com. Zolkiwsky said Capt. Nelson H. Smith. was shot down in a jungle 20 miles south of University and serving with the Armored SMART J y N £ An*# thfrmo!BBSS (. PRESS R t: I A S OPINION a ” ’?.
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Campbell driving the tractor, according conducted by the South Brunswick Police was charged with possession with intent to The red tractor was found stuck on a to police. Department and Middlesex County Prose distribute. He was released after processing guardrail on westbound Route 522 on the Police confronted Campbell with the cutor’s Office last weekend. on a summons pending his first court ap night of June 14, according to police Lt. picture and an investigation determined “The checkpoint confirms a growing pearance. James Ryan. that he was the driver who abandoned trend of more designated drivers being used In addition to the arrests, police issued Police sent out a Nixie alert regarding the tractor. and fewer drunk drivers on the road,” said 57 summonses for violations ranging from the tractor, stating that police believed Police said Campbell was reportedly Police Chief Raymond Hayducka. unlicensed drivers to unregistered vehicles. the tractor was stolen from a local resi bringing it to the Exxon gas station when Twelve drivers submitted to field sobri Police impounded three vehicles. dent and abandoned when it became it broke down. He left the tractor against ety tests after admitting to consuming alco Hayducka said the departm ent’s goal is stuck. the guardrail on the shoulder of the road hol the night of June 6 into the early deterrence. After the Nixie alert went out, the and fled, according to police. morning hours of June 7; however, none “Based on the results, I believe the owner of the tractor — William Camp Campbell was processed and released were found to be exhibiting signs of im checkpoint was a big success,” he said, bell, 54 — called headquarters to report on a summons pending a court appear pairment, according to police. thanking the Middlesex County Prosecu the tractor as stolen, Ryan said. ance. Officers charged two motorists for hav tor’s Office along with Cranbury police and ing outstanding warrants and one for drug the Middlesex County Sheriff’s Office for possession. their cooperation. Items were stolen from the Anthropolo- N o w 's T h e T im e POLICE gie store on Shoppes Boulevard on two separate dates. About $552 worth of items BEAT was reported stolen on May 24 and about $340 worth of items was reported stolen on To G et In s p ir e d June 2, police said. A purse was reportedly stolen from a woman while she was standing on Liv ingston Avenue on May 26. The victim told police that an unknown male riding a bike had picked up her purse. The suspect was described as a Hispanic male with curly NORTH BRUNSWICK black hair. He was in his late teens or early 20s and had no facial hair, according to po lice reports. The victim said the suspect fled Police charged Kenneth Anderson, 32, toward Livingston Avenue and Yorke Road. of North Brunswick, with driving while intox icated on May 29 at the intersection of How A UPS package containing perfume Lane and Jersey Avenue. Anderson was was reportedly stolen from the outside of a also given several traffic and motor vehicle Birchwood Court residence in April. It was summonses, according to police. reported on May 23. 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K Looking for 50 Homeowners Residents advised to prepare to Qualify for a FREE for 2015 hurricane season Home Solar Installation he Middlesex County Office of Emer place. gency Management is encouraging • Create a family communication plan. □ Own Your Own Home residents to prepare for the threat of a Pick two places to meet the family should Thurricane or any other potentially dangerthey become separated — one right outside □ Have a Southerly-Facing Roof ous storm. the home in case one must leave quickly, □ l Little to No Shading The hurricane season in the Atlantic and one outside the neighborhood in case Ocean began June 1 and ends Nov. 30. In one cannot return home. □ Pay an Electric Bill preparation for this phase, National Hurri • Ask an out-of-state friend to be a “fam cane Preparedness Week was May 25-31. ily contact.” After a disaster, it is often eas The U.S. Government and your State have financial “As we have all learned, even the outer ier to call long-distance. If family members incentives that may provide homeowners the opportunity bands of a hurricane can cause significant get separated, they should call this person to supplement your electric provider with solar power. damage through fierce winds and rain, and to tell them where they are. Make sure sometimes areas not normally prone to everyone in the family knows the name, ad NRG Home Solar is now qualifying 50 homes lor a FREE home solar flooding can be affected,” said Freeholder dress and phone number of the contact per installation. Call or qo online today to see if your home qualifies. H. James Polos, chair of the county’s Pub son. lic Safety and Health Committee. “The • Have “disaster supplies” on hand and Middlesex County Office of Emergency sealed in a watertight container if possible. 855-768-2805 nr9 Management is doing everything it can to These items include a flashlight with extra NRGHomeSo1ar.com MOT X1G prepare and keep our residents safe. We batteries; a portable, battery-operated radio and extra batteries; a first aid kit and man HIC N.I 13vhOft4/83O0 SOLAR continually train our staff and volunteers, and provide the most up-to-date equipment ual; nonperishable food and water; a non to ensure we can plan and respond effec electric can opener; baby or infant supplies; tively.” pet food and supplies; a minimum three When a “hurricane warning” is issued, it days’ worth of essential medicines; cash and means sustained winds of 64 knots (74 mph credit cards; sturdy shoes and raincoats; a or 119 kph) or higher are expected some change of clothes; and toiletries. where within the specified area. The warn • Make arrangements for pets. Pets may ing is issued 36 hours in advance of the not be allowed into emergency shelters. anticipated onset of winds. The warning can • Bring in outdoor objects such as lawn remain in effect when dangerously high furniture, toys and garden tools. Anchor ob water or a combination of dangerously high jects that cannot be brought inside. water and waves continue. • Trim back dead or weak branches from EXPIRES SOON! Promo Code: Summer! 4 k A “hurricane watch” is an announcement trees. relaying that sustained winds of 64 knots For more information, contact the Mid (74 mph or 119 kph) or higher are possible dlesex County Office of Emergency Man within the specified area. The hurricane agement at 732-316-7100 or a local watch is issued 48 hours in advance of the emergency management coordinator. anticipated onset of strong winds. Additional information is available from 222*223 North Center Drive • 866-786-0059 Officials provided the following tips to the Federal Emergency Management northbrunswicknJ.retroffitness.net keep safe: Agency at www.fema.gov or • Plan an evacuation route. Be ready towww.state.nj.us/njoem. 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ACADEMIC SKI Staff Writer Defenders project. K-12 Reading • Writing • Math • Study Skills ollowing a Fish kill that left 450,000 The app also offers an “easy-to-read syn Hete's how Huntington helps: Spelling • Vocabulary • Phonics Atlantic Menhaden dead in the Shark thesis” of key marine-pollution laws and the • Academic evaluation identities problem areas legal consequences for violating them, he TORINC River, the American Littoral Society • Programs tailored to address each student’s needs unveiled a new smartphone app — Marinesaid. MIDDLE SCHOOL-COLLEGE F « Highly trained tutors work individually with students Pre-Algebra • Algebra • Geometry Defenders — that allows citizen-scientists Funding for the project came from a Na • Huntington helps improve skills, confidence and grades Trigonometry • Pre-Calculus • Calculus • Earth to report marine emergencies. tional Fish and Wildlife Foundation grant. Science • Biology • Chemistry • Physics The app, which was announced May 28. The organization secured the funding Huntington is accredited by Middle States Association of was originally conceived and developed for through fines levied on marine oil polluters, Colleges and Schools (MSA). To find out more about I I I II I IT— — reporting oil spills, according to a press re according to the release. Huntington Tutoring Programs, CALL NOW! SAT • PoAT/NMSQT • ACT • Advanced lease. However, the American Littoral So The app will publicize the fact that citi- Placement (AP)* • State Tests • ISEE • SSAT COOP • GED • ASVAB • HSPA • NJASK ciety expanded its purpose in response to zen-scientists who report criminal acts may ^Huntington, pollution problems that were observed in re receive up to 20 percent of any fine levied V J / Your Tutoring Solution gional waters. as a reward, the release said. CALL 1 800 CAN LEARN* HuntingtonHelps.com It now allows for reporting on a broader “Bamegat Bay is plagued by stinging o w n w wv UC. 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Facebook.com/smspharmacy Free Summer Movie Series returns to Jersey Shore hore Flicks has announced a full Lounge) July 27 - “Chasing Mavericks" • Shrewsbury (municipal building) schedule of its Free Summer Movie July 10 - “Ferris Bueller's Day Off' Aug. 10 - “Jaws” July 11 - “The Little Mermaid” Series. July 17 - “Anchorman” Aug. 31 - “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial" Aug. 15 - “Back to the Future” SThe series will feature more than 55 July 24 - “Cloudy with a Chance of • Middletown • Spring Lake (North End Pavilion nights of movies in a dozen towns through Meatballs 2” July 18 - “Jaws” (Ideal Beach) beach) out Monmouth County. July 31 - “Young Frankenstein" Aug. 1 - “The LEGO Movie” (Nor July 2 - “Monsters University” The movies kick off June 21 at Key- Aug. 7 - “Jaws” mandy Park) July 9 - “Night at the Museum” port’s Waterfront Park, with the hit sequel Aug. 14 - “The Goonies” Aug. 29 - “Close Encounters of the July 16 - “Home Alone" “Madagascar 3.” Other towns participating Aug. 21 - “Willy Wonka and the Choco Third Kind” (Poricy Park) July 23 - "Despicable Me 2” include Asbury Park, Eatontown, Fair late Factory” • Neptune (Riverside Park) July 3 0 - “Space Jam” Haven, Hazlet, Howell, Middletown, Nep Aug. 28 - “The LEGO Movie” July 21 - “Ghostbusters” Aug. 6 - “Jaws" tune, Ocean Grove, Oceanport, Red Bank, • Eatontown (Wolcott Park) • Ocean Grove (beach) Aug. 12 - “The LEGO Movie” Sea Bright and Shrewsbury. July 19 - “Happy Feet” Aug. 18 - “Surf’s Up” Aug. 20 - “Finding Nemo” This summer’s movie lineup includes • Fair Haven (Fair Haven Fields) • Oceanport (Blackberry Bay Fields) Aug. 27 - “Frozen” ’80s favorites such as “Raiders of the Lost June 23 - “Madagascar” June 28 - “The Sandlot” Movies begin just after sundown, and Ark.” “Ferris Bueller’s Day O ff’ and July 7 - “Cloudy with a Chance of Meat July 25 - "The Goonies” are shown on Shore Flicks’ 16-foot screen. “Ghostbusters.” Recent animated smashes balls 2” Aug. 17 - “Jaw s” Sponsors this year include Saker such as “The LEGO Movie.” “Frozen” and July 28 - “The LEGO Movie" Sept. 12 - “Monsters University” ShopRites. New Jersey Natural Gas. “Monsters University” will be featured, and • Hazlet (Veterans Park) • Red Bank (Riverside Gardens) ShoreSportsZone.com. Howell Heating & cult favorites such as “Anchorman.” June 30 - “Monsters University” July 1 - “Independence Day” Cooling. Asbury Park Film Initiative, and “Young Frankenstein” and “Napoleon Dy July 14 - “Cloudy with a Chance of July 8 - “A nchorm an” radio stations WRAT and WJRZ. namite” are new this year. Meatballs 2” July 15 - “Young Frankenstein” Shore Flicks has been providing outdoor Once again, one of the highlights of the Aug. 11 - “Despicable Me 2” July 22 - “Home Alone” movie entertainment in Monmouth County schedule is the original summer blockbuster • Howell (library) July 29 - “Napoleon Dynamite” and throughout New Jersey since 2007. For “Jaw s.” Aug. 9 - “The Sandlot” Aug. 5 - “Jaw s” more information, visit As in previous years, Shore Flicks will Sept. 5 - “The LEGO Movie” Aug. 12 - "Raiders of the Lost Ark” www.shoreflicks.com. be collecting nonperishable food items at • Keyport (Waterfront Park) Aug. 19 - “The LEGO Movie” Follow Shore Flicks on Facebook the New Jersey Natural Gas Food Drive June 21 - “M adagascar 3” Aug. 26 - “Frozen” (www.facebook.com/shoreflicks) and Twit table each night. The donations will be dis Aug. 30 - “Frozen” • Sea Bright (municipal beach) ter (www.twitter.com/shoreflicks) for up-to- tributed to area food banks and pantries. • Long Beach Island (Veteran’s Park. July 6 - “Jaws” the-minute information regarding rainouts The Free Summer Movie Series sched Beach Haven) July 20 - “Raiders of the Lost Ark” or schedule changes. ule is as follows: June 29 - “Ghostbusters” Aug. 3 - “Grease” • Asbury Park Boardwalk (Langosta July 13 - “Frozen” Aug. 24 - “The LEGO Movie" Fairy garden workshop set for June 21 The Rutgers Cooperative Extension of oration. They are a great way to decorate Middlesex County will hold “An Introduc small spaces such as an apartment or patio, tion to Terrariums and Fairy Gardens,” a and also make great gifts. free workshop, at 10 a.m. June 21 at the Bring your own glass container between EARTH Center, Davidson’s Mill Pond 8 and 10 inches in diameter or your own Park, 42 Riva Ave.. South Brunswick. larger-sized terra cotta pot. 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LIKE US ON FOLLOW US ONk w ib te i Greater Media Newspapers News Transcript, The Hub, Atlanticville, Edison/Metuchen Sentinel, Examiner, Tri-Town News North/South Brunswick Sentinel, Independent, East Brunswick Sentinel. Suburban Future leaders Middlesex County Freeholder Director Ronald G. Rios, Freeholder Blanquita B. Valenti and Freeholder Deputy Director Carol Barrett Bellante are joined by students from North Brunswick, East Brunswick, Old Bridge and Monroe who recently attended the annual 4-H Middlesex County Government Day at the county Administration Building in New Brunswick. The event — coordinated by the Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Middlesex County’s 4-H Youth Development Program and the Middlesex County Clerk of the Board’s Office — enables young people to learn about the functions of county government and what services it provides to residents. PHOTO COURTESY OF MIDDLESEX COUNTY ALLISON FRITSCHE NICOLE NATELLI LARA M. DELISTOVICH RYAN MATTHEWS Lara M. 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We are We are all so proud of you and the incredible young Bachelor of Science in Astrophysics. man you have become. May all of your hopes and proud of you. Good luck and much Congratulations Sam, we are so very proud of you! dreams for your future come true! Work hard, Greater Media Newspapers happiness to you always. dream big, and love lots. We love you! Much love, Love, Mom, Dad & Patrick Love, Mom, Dad, Kiersten & Dustin Mom and Dad, Gram, Danielle and Marty i.> * i j h i i, J I JI.414.M I 4. W hat You Should K now A bout Choosing custom-built cabinets ... * * * ssi&assi* * The biggest myth about custom built cabinets and cabinetry is, well, who can afford them? Though pricing can go from affordable to astronomical, anyone looking for custom built cabinets can get what they want without busting the bank. Kitchen cabinets, living room bookcases, a bath Cabinet-makers, when building a new kitchen or vanity: whatever the use, cabinets should give a life doing a complete remodel, offer a unique niche by time of enjoyment. Store cabinets, which usually having the ability to “customize” an existing kitchen. come unassembled and not installed, may not al If you are planning a “face-lift” or minor remodel, ways be the best value. They may not fit right or op consider a cabinet-maker who can provide intricate erate properly. architectural changes to existing cabinetry. This is Custom built cabinets can match the right cabi most often done when the current cabinetry is in good condition and/or the layout is sufficient for your nets to your lifestyle and budget. needs. Custom built cabinets let you add your personal Cabinet-makers can replace cabinet doors with touch. The custom cabinetry you select is sure to be beveled, stained, or plain glass inserts, glass/mullion a highlight in your home. Unfortunately, they may be inserts, pressed tin inserts, etc. Moldings, decorative highlighted even more if constructed poorly. Finding trim, door and side panels can be handcrafted by a the right builder and installer is very important when cabinet-maker and added to existing cabinetry. They ordering custom kitchen cabinets. can also change your existing cabinetry by rearrang The key to cabinets that will provide years of ing units for better traffic flow of function. proper operation is careful design. Professional de Installation is one of the most crucial stages. sign is critical in the installation and use of cabinets, Each piece should be carefully installed. If you’ve whether it’s a custom-designed bar or a set of ever visited a kitchen where a drawer won’t open be kitchen cabinets. Both demand a trained designer. cause it was placed too close to an appliance han Cabinet-makers build custom cabinetry to specifica dle, you can appreciate the importance of careful tions provided by an architect, kitchen designer, interior installation. designer, contractor or homeowner. A variety of wood • Custom built cabinets let you add your personal species and laminates are generally used with custom touch. cabinetry offering a selection of finishes. Keep in mind that a cabinet-maker’s specialty is carpentry. He can • Keep in mind that a cabinet-maker’s specialty is carpentry. assist you with the design and coordinate all the other installation facets as well. Some of the components will • Cabinet-makers can replace cabinet doors with be built in their shop, while most of the work is com beveled, stained or plain glass inserts. pleted on-site in your home. • Installation is one of the most crucial stages. 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Doctors of Chiroprac tic represent the nation’s largest drug- Dr. Ira Shapiro of Plaza Chiropractic Center poses with figure skater Michelle Kwan. less, nonsurgical health care profession. Questions to ask and topics to discuss similar problems or symptoms as you? Avoid any chiropractor who sees the Your chiropractic There are some new First, just like choosing any type of chiropractic profession as being op evaluation technologies in doctor, this is a personal choice. You posed to the medical profession or may wish to start your search by ask who denies responsibility to diagnose You will be required to fill out forms chiropractic care ing friends, coworkers and relatives and refer appropriately. focusing on your problem and past his Cold Laser Therapy (approved by for recommendations. Make sure that the hours of opera tory. Then you will have a private con sultation with the doctor. This should the FDA) is an exciting new advance Next, set up a consultation with the tion fit into your lifestyle. Very often in the treatment of pain. Laser may be doctor to make sure he or she is there are several office visits required be followed by a focused examination that includes a range of orthopedic the answer to problems with carpal someone you are comfortable talking for certain treatments and you want to and neurological tests, and an analy tunnel syndrome, shoulder pain, neck with. There are many questions you be sure you can make the appoint sis of your musculoskeletal system. pain and back pain. It has been proven may wish to ask at this time: ments and receive appropriate care. Your doctor may also recommend X- to relieve tingling, muscle weakness What are the fees? The office will Did the chiropractor go to an ac rays or other tests to confirm a specific and loss of sensation. Low-level laser review the fees for the treatment being credited school? There are certain diagnosis. therapy offers safe, efficient and pain standards with specific curricula being recommended, and will discuss your less treatment for various muscu taught to meet the standards ex insurance coverage and out-of-pocket loskeletal conditions, most notably pected and needed in the profession. expenses. Any doctor whose fees are The treatment carpal tunnel syndrome. substantially higher or lower than other Does the doctor regularly attend Therapeutic lasers work by supply chiropractors should raise a warning After your examination is complete, continuing education seminars? A chi ing energy to the body in the form of flag. you receive a complete report of find ropractor should always know the cur ings. The doctor should be able to ex nonthermal photons of light. When What kind of treatment does the rent methods of care. plain in clear and understandable converted to chemical energy, it can chiropractor use? Most chiropractors What are the chiropractor’s feelings terms the options of treatment includ be used by the cells to accelerate the use adjustment/manipulative treat about where chiropractic fits in with ing a plan to see results. You can also normal rate of tissue healing. Cold ments. These are used to restore nor other health professions, his responsi expect a re-evaluation to determine Laser Therapy is a noninvasive alter mal joint junction, to decrease pain, bilities in performing competent diag your progress. It is also important to native to surgery and is pain free. swelling and muscle spasms as well nosis of patients ? What experience stay actively involved in your treatment as to improve range of motion. does he have with patients who have and rehabilitation. NTER Dr. Ira A. Shapiro Chiropractic Physician Board-Certified Diplomate, American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians Member, Sports Medicine Society, United States Olympic Committee Dr. Edward C. 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Choosing a podiatrist « •!* A podiatrist, D.P.M., doctor of podi- atric medicine, is the only health care professional whose total training ffccuses on the foot, ankle and related Dr. Jason Grossman and his office staff body systems. As a specialist in foot care, the podiatrist receives extensive footwear, physical stress, or small dark, moist surroundings created by deformities. training in the diagnosis, treatment and mechanical changes within the foot, shoes and stockings make the feet Poor circulation, resulting in reduced prevention of foot and ankle disorders which can slowly increase with aging. especially susceptible to fungal infection. blood flow to the feet, restricts adequate by medical and surgical means. Traumatic problems are associated with Most fungi are harmless until they delivery of oxygen and nutrients that are After obtaining an undergraduate injuries to the foot and ankle such as a penetrate the skin. A fungus can invade required for normal maintenance and degree, the podiatric student spends sprain or broken ankle and fractures of through minor cuts, or after injury or repair. four years in a college of podiatric the foot. Infectious problems are the repeated irritation to the toes have Persons with diabetes are generally medicine to obtain a doctorate degree. result of bacterial, viral or fungal caused the nail to separate from the more prone to infections than Many podiatrists further their education disorders that may affect superficial or bed. Fungal infections of the nail plate nondiabetic people. Due to deficiencies by participating in a post-graduate deep tissues. Neoplastic disorders and nail matrix are common. in the ability of white blood cells to residency program at an approved (tumors) are the result of abnormal Fungus may cause the nail to thicken defend against invading bacteria, hospital or university. , growth of tissue and may be benign or and become yellow or brownish, and as diabetics have more difficulty in dealing Following their doctorate degree, malignant. Arthritis disorders may the fungus grows, foul smelling, moist with and mounting an immune response each podiatrist must pass national and involve one or more joints and may be debris can be seen. Pressure from a to the infection. state examinations in order to be secondary to trauma or associated with thickened nail or the build-up of debris • Bunion deformity. A bunion is a licensed by the state in which he or she systemic disease. may make the toe painful. prominent bump on the inside of the will practice. Treatment is best begun at the early foot around the big-toe joint. This bump The podiatric physician cares for stages of infection. The accumulation of is actually a bone protruding toward the people of all ages, and treats any foot What are common debris under the nail plate can lead to inside of the foot. With the continued problems. The common disorders foot problems? an ingrown nail or to a more serious movement of the big toe toward the include bunions, heel pain/spurs, bacterial infection that can spread smaller toes, it is common to find the hammertoes, neuroma (nerve beyond the foot. To reduce pain big toe resting under or over the second entrapments), ingrown toenails, warts, • Heel pain. The most common cause of heel pain comes from moving associated with a thickened, infected toe. corns and calluses. The podiatric nail, the podiatrist may reduce its Some of the symptoms of bunions physician also renders care of sprains, your foot incorrectly while walking or running. This can place too much stress thickness by filing the nail plate down include inflammation, swelling and fractures, infections, and injuries of the with a surgical burr. Filing will not, soreness on the side surface of the big foot, ankle and heel. If your podiatric on the heel bone and the soft tissue around it. The result is pain. however, prevent the infection from toe. The discomfort commonly causes a surgeon is certified by the American spreading. Oral and topical medications patient to walk improperly. Board of Podiatric Surgery, he or she Heel and arch pain can affect your health, comfort and attitude. When your may be prescribed for treatment of As a rule, bunion deformities should has successfully completed a fungal nails. be recognized early and evaluated by credentialing and examination process feel hurt, it can be difficult to perform daily tasks and to exercise regularly. It’s • Diabetic foot problems. Foot your podiatrist. He or she can offer aiTd has demonstrated knowledge of conditions in persons with diabetes are several suggestions for controlling the podiatric surgery, including the hard to stay focused when each step is painful. Although the causes for the pain usually the result of three primary cause of the bunion deformity so that diagnosis of general medical problems factors: neuropathy (diminished sensa other symptoms do not occur or and surgical management of foot are many, highly effective ways are available to relieve it. tion), poor circulation, and a decreased become more severe. The podiatrist diseases, deformities, and trauma of the resistance to infection. Also, foot can also evaluate the underlying foot, ankle and related structures. • Nail disorders. Nail problems are commonly caused by improper deformities and trauma play major roles weakness in the structure of your foot trimming, minor injuries or repeated in causing ulcerations and infections in and make certain recommendations, What causes foot and trauma. Some nail disorders can also the presence of neuropathy or poor including exercises, alteration of shoe be congenital. Proper trimming on a circulation. Neuropathy may cause pain gear, or custom molded orthotics, in an ankle problems? regular basis can help keep the toenails and interfere with your sleep. Painful attempt to stabilize the weakness and in the pink, as can wearing well-fitted, neuropathy usually causes burning or improve the function of the foot. If the There are many causes of foot and low to moderately heeled shoes. sharp pains in the feet. Neuropathy can bunion deformity progressively ankle problems: congenital, acquired, Painful ingrown nails may be also affect nerves that supply the increases, surgery may be traumatic, infectious, neoplastic and congenital, caused by an over-curvature muscles in your legs and feet. This recommended. Your podiatrist will arthritic. When foot and ankle problems of the nail, or an imbalance between the motor neuropathy can cause muscle perform a thorough evaluation of your occur at birth they are called congenital width of the nail plate and the nail bed. weakness or loss of tone in the thighs, circulation, muscle strength and and are generally inherited. Acquired Various types of fungi are present legs and feet, and the development of alignment to determine if you are a problems may result from improper everywhere in the environment. The hammertoes, bunions and other foot candidate for bunion surgery. Advanced Feet and Ankle Care X-rays On Premise • Diagnostic Ultrasound • Orthotics & Braces • ESWT: Non-invasive Heel Pain Treatment • Office Surgery • Outpatient & Inpatient Hospital Surgery • Bunions & Hammertoes • Calluses & Corns • Diabetic Foot Care • Fungus Nails - Tendon & Ankle Injuries • Ingrown Nails • Warts • Heel Pain • Flat Feet • Fractures Dr. Jason M. Grossman Is Pleased To Announce hat he now offers the latest treatment for Diabetic Neuropathy. This procedure is FDA cleared for Ttargeting Peripheral Neuropathy. It can be done in the office. It is covered by Medicare and most insurances. We are showing tremendous results in the immediate treatment of Neuropathy Symptoms and have an overall wwuiu benefit in over 87% of our patients with regression of Dr. Jason M. Grossman their Neuropathy Symptoms. Diplomate, American Board of Podiatrie Surgery Certified in Foot and Ankle Surgery Toetique Medi Spa offers medical grade pedicures in a Fellow, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons private and sterile setting and has the only certified medical nail technician in Middlesex and Monmouth counties. At Toetique Medi Spa, patients with ingrown nails, warts, fungus, diabetes and skin conditions can feel comfortable that a licensed professional is on site. Dr. Grossman now offers the latest procedure for ADVANCED i- h I 1 A N D A N K L I ARK achilles tendonitis that is minimally invasive. Visit our other office location at ADVANCED FEET AND ANKLE CARE 53 Main Street in Sayreville, 08872 2477 Highway 516 • Old Bridge, N.J. 08857 and visit our website and Online Store at: www.oldbridgefootdr.com Tel. 732.679.4330 • Fax 732.679.4777 CALL TO SCHEDULE 1 * YOUR APPOINTMENT / W h a t You S h o u ld K now A b o u t Determining if you need cataract surgery * What is a cataract? The lens of the eye is normally a clear, transparent structure that is located just behind your pupil. Every eye has a lens, just like every camera has a lens. The lens of the eye focuses incoming light onto the retina. A cataract is a cloudy lens which distorts light that passes through the retina. f t cataract is not a growth over the surface of the eye. What causes a cataract? People can get cataracts as they get older. In fact, 60 percent of people 60 years old have cataracts. Ninety percent of people 70 years old have cataracts. So cataracts occur with age, but no one knows why. Most people who get cataracts, however, never need cataract surgery. People with diabetes can get cataracts more frequently. And patients on high doses of steroids can get cataracts more frequently. The rare family with a ten Dr. Robert Scharfman of Atlantic Medical Eye Care dency for cataracts in members less than 50 years old (even in babies) is said to have hereditary cataracts. What are the symptoms of cataracts? Following cataract surgery __ Generally your vision will become blurred, hazy or out of focus. Doing simple tasks like reading, sewing or even watching TV will become increasingly difficult. You may return to normal activities the day of surgery. There are no longer Cataracts do not cause pain, redness or sudden loss of vision. This change in any restrictions on bending over or lifting after the surgery. There are only two vision normally is of slow onset, usually over months to years. Occasionally, pa limitations: tients with cataracts will note this blurry vision to be exaggerated at night (when 1. The patient needs to wear glasses during the day and a shield at night in car lights or street lights can be blurred and have halos around them) or when order to keep they eye from being accidentally bumped. This is for three weeks. the sun is bright during the day (glare from the sun can also exaggerate blurri 2. The patient needs to put eye drops in the eye for six weeks after the sur ness). gery. Who needs cataract surgery? The lens implant Most people who get cataracts never need cataract surgery. Cataracts do not Once the cataract is removed, a plastic lens implant is used to replace it. The have to be removed. Cataract surgery is elective; that is, the patient can choose latest lenses can correct both distance and reading vision, reducing or eliminat to have it if they want to see better, but generally they do not have to have sur ing the need for glasses. gery. It is usually recommended that cataracts be removed at the point where vi- ''SGal impairment interferes with the daily activities of living, such as driving a car or reading. No stitch surgery The most scientific, advanced technique to remove cataracts is called pha How are cataracts treated? coemulsification, or phaco for short. This technique allows the surgeon to make a very small incision to remove the cataract and implant the lens. Through the There is no proven medication that will reduce the development or progres very small incision the surgeon inserts an ultrasonic probe to actually break up sion of cataracts. The only treatment for cataracts is surgical removal of the the cataract and remove it. clouded lens. If a patient needs astigmatism correction, the surgeon usually uses one or more stitches at the time of cataract surgery to eliminate the astigmatism. Cataract surgery is outpatient surgery Are there risks to cataract surgery? Cataract surgery is performed on an outpatient basis. You will arrive at the surgery center an hour or so prior to surgery. The procedure itself takes about There are risks to every type of surgery, but cataract surgery is one of the 30 minutes and is performed under a local anesthetic. A sedative is used with most risk-free procedures. Inflammations is possible, but very unusual and usu the anesthetic so that you do not experience any discomfort during the adminis ally treatable. tration of the anesthetic or during the procedure. You will remain in the surgery If there is nothing else wrong with the eye prior to surgery, cataract surgery center for about an hour following the surgery. almost always successfully restores good vision. T a k e back your vision and see w hat you have been missing. Robert M. Scharfman, M.D., F.A.A.O., a Board Certified Ophthalmologist, is Director of the Department of Ophthalmology at Raritan Bay Medical Center. He is also past President of the New Jersey Over 20 years experience Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Scharfman performs state of the art cataract surgery using the latest intraocular lenses to restore Over 3,500 cataract both distance and reading vision. The dedicated staff at Atlantic Medical Eye Care utilizes the most operations advanced technologies to conveniently and comfortably do all testing in office. Dr. Scharfman performs laser surgery for glaucoma on the premises as well. In fact, pre-admission testing is only an elevator ride away. State of the art medical care ' 1 1» Dr. Scharfman and his skilled staff offer a wide range of sen/ices from routine eye exams and preventive care to medical and surgical interventions. If you've been told that you have a cataract The latest lenses to restore or you are having trouble seeing properly, find out what you can do to restore or improve your eyesight, and take back your vision. distance and reading vision Robert M. Scharfman, M.D., F.A.A.O. vW / ATL ANTI C 3 Hospital Plaza • Suite 310 • Old Bridge NJ MEDICAL 732-607-0555 eye care ^ / I 1 www.njlasikmd.com Pet owners are working longer hours and commuting more. 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It is much easier to pick a good home in the beginning than it is to choose a poor home and have to go through the many obstacles to im prove the care or try to transfer your family member to another facility. It is important not to judge the facility on Reformed Church Home the basis of a guided tour or the nice furniture and wallpaper in the lobby. Ask a lot of questions about any facility you are interested in You must remember that, especially in a for-profit facility, they put a lot of ef Examples: fort in marketing to convince you to • Do people you talk to regard this as an assisted living community? bring your family member to their • Has the state licensing agency found an unusual number of violations here? home. The pictures of happy grand • Does the home have enough staff, especially nursing assistants, to give residents the care and attention they need? mas in their brochures, nice dining • Are staff friendly, considerate, and helpful? rooms and landscaped entrances do • Are residents treated with dignity and respect? • Are there a lot of staff changes because workers leave? not give you an idea of the quality of • Do staff members do their jobs well? the basic care that your family mem • Does the facility provide the special services your loved one needs? ber will receive. • Are there always enough linens and other supplies? There are many ways to go about • Are families concerned about fee increases or extra charges for supplies or services? selecting an assisted living facility that • Is the quality of life good — such things as choices of food at meals and which clothes to wear, a homelike environment, will be right for you. Besides research and interesting or entertaining activities? ing state inspection reports, getting • Does the facility have an active resident council? An active family council? word-of-mouth recommendations and • Are there some really good things about this facility? looking at promotional literature, noth ing is more valuable than the insight Planning you gain from making personal visits. Visit more than one assisted living fa Planning ahead is one of the best ways to ease the emotional stress when seeking an assisted living community. If you are cility, and visit more than once. Ask a helping a relative or a friend find a facility, involve them in the process as much as possible. If the person is mentally alert, it is essential that their wishes be considered every step of the way. lot of questions, and trust your feel By planning ahead and educating yourself and your family about the facility’s care and services, it will become a much easier ings about the places you visit. transition when you can no longer put off admitting someone to assisted living. It will also put the future resident’s mind at ease Find out as much as you can about to know what to expect in the admission process and the first few days in their new home. each facility. A good way to do this is • Visit rooms where various therapies and recreational programs are held. fetrtalk to: • Observe the dining area, beauty salon and the schedules for each. • The long-term care ombudsman, • Inquire about security measures. who visits assisted living facilities and • Ask about facility policies regarding use or installation of telephones, cable investigates complaints. television and bringing personal items into the facility. • Doctors, nurses, hospital social • Observe how the staff meets with you and how they interact with other resi workers, clergy, and other profession dents during your visit (are they respectful, caring, and attentive?) als who are familiar with assisted liv • Observe if the residents are occupied, supervised, satisfied, well groomed ing communities. A s s is te d L iv in a I1 and if rooms are personalized. • Family members and friends of • Is the facility free of overwhelming unpleasant odors? Skilled Nursing I o | H | • Is the home clean and well-maintained? people who live in assisted living com - • Do chairs and other furniture seem sturdy, attractive and comfortable? munities. • Is the facility well lighted? • Residents of the facilities. • Taste the food; is it good? • Facility employees, especially • Are the residents who need help eating receiving assistance? nyrsing assistants, who give 90 per • Are there hand rails in hallways and grab bars in bathrooms? cent of the care. • Is the temperature comfortable? • Do the rooms have windows? W hen You C an’t be There, We C are fo r Those You Love I M im u ink. \i i |\ \\\ VWn.WlNNt'K Professional, kind, and attentive are some of the words families use to describe our staff at Reformed Church Home. They provide the loving care your parents need 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 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SPECIAL EVENTS Women’s History Walking Tour June 26 at 1 p.m. begins at the Historical Society of Ocean Grove Museum St. Leo the Great Parish Carnival Chronic Headaches? 50 Pitman Ave. food, games, rides, super 50/50 raffle donation: $10; $8 seniors June 20,6-11 p.m.: June 21, 6-10 p.m. 732-774-1869 Nasal Congestion? 50 Hurleys Lane, Lincroft 732-747-5466 Jersey Shore Greek Festival Sinus Pressure? traditional Greek food, music, dancing, culture S t. Stan’s Carnival June 27, 5-11 p.m., June 28, noon-11 p.m. rides, games, ethnic and American homemade foods, June 29,1-8 p.m. Sore Throat? entertainment, beer garden, desserts St. George Greek Orthodox Church, Ocean June 19,6-10 p.m.; June 20-21,5-11 p.m. admission: $2; free for children under age 6 Snoring? St. Stanislaus Kostka MacArthur Avenue and Main Street, Sayreville Jazz Record Collectors Bash 732-254-0212; www.ststanislauskostka.com June 27-28 at 8 a.m. Chronic Fatigue? Hilton Woodbridge, 120 Wood Ave., Iselin Middlesex Horse Show admission: $20 for 2 days; $10 Friday after 5 p.m., Post Nasal Drip? June 19-22 all-day Saturday admission Horse Park of New Jersey 626 Route 524, Upper Freehold Township ~~ Persistent Cough? Bridgefest Beach Festival 609-448-3492; www.middlesexcountyhorseshow.com music and family fun day, games, inflatables, worship June 27-28,11 a.m.-6 p.m. Allergy Shots Not Working? Summer Solstice Weekend concert at Great Auditorium June 20: clambake meet-and-greet 1 Pilgrim Pathway, Ocean Grove June 21 Hotel Tides pool party, specials at local bars tickets: $30, free for under age 12 June 22: Beach Day contests and volleyball 888-861-6100; www.bridgefest.org ¥ BrainLAB" Asbury Park Infrared Technology passport: $5; showcases all sponsors and a map State Fair Meadowlands acrobatic motorcross show, comedic jugglers, Olde Freehold Day open-air circus, three car shows, live concerts, triathalon, boating, fishing derby, kids zone, more than 150 rides and attractions, more than pony rides, inflatables, car smash, music 50 food vendors June 21,11 a.m.-5 p.m. June 20 through July 6 Relief is just a call away. Lake Topanemus, Robertsville Road, Freehold Mon.-Thurs. 6 p.m. to midnight; Fri. 6 p.m. to 1 a.m.; www.oldefreeholdday.org Sat. 2 p.m. to 1 a.m.; Sun. 2 p.m. to midnight Frank J. Scaccia, /w.o., f.a.c.s., f.i.c.s. Meadowlands Fairgrounds Double Board Certified Six Flags Salutes Firefighters & EMS next to Met Life Stadium 7 0 E. Front Street • Red Bank • 732-747-5300 through June 21 East Rutherford m Brick • 732-262-3695 Six Flags Great Adventure www.njfair.com Everting and weekend hours Manalapan • 732-577-8822 Route 537, Jackson www.sixflags.com/greatadventure SiS b www.riversideface.com T*** Ovo>« fncn. U.C ■wk.iM'Mhi* •n.WW SkimBash beginners to professionals ON STAGE i \fih n i rcfc v rn iiM T V preliminary heats on Saturday semifinal/finals on Sunday Third June 21-22,9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 19-20 at 8 p.m.; June 21 at 3 & 8 p.m.; Belmar Municipal Beach at 20th Avenue June 22 at 3 p.m. spectators: daily beach badge fee Two River Theater’s Rechnitz Theatre www.skimbash.com 21 Bridge Ave., Red Bank Ocean Grove Giant Craft Show 732-345-1400; www.tworivertheater.org June 21,9 a.m.-4 p.m., rain or shine Jesus Christ Superstar MIDDLESEX COUNTY RESIDENTS ONLY Ocean Pathway, Ocean Grove free June 20-22, 27-29 NO BUSINESS/COMMERCIAL PAPER ACCEPTED Stone Church Players Win & Wine Weekend All Saints’ Memorial Church Come to our mobile paper shredding event. local N.J. wineries’ samples 202 Navesink Ave., Navesink section of Middletown June 21-22,12:30-6:30 p.m. tickets: $20; $15 seniors; $10 students Recycle your confidential documents safely and securely! Monmouth Park 732-291 -0214; www.stonechurchplayers.org 175 Oceanport Ave., Oceanport Evita Where: South Brunswick Senior Center Parking Lot tickets: $3 admission; $10 unlimited wine samples and a commemorative glass June 20-21,26 & 28 at 8 p.m.; June 22 & 29 at 3 p.m. 540 Ridge Road, Monmouth Junction www.monmouthpark.com Axelrod Performing Arts Center 100 Grant Ave., Deal 732-858-8106; www.axelrodartscenter.com > When: Saturday, June 28, 2014 Re-enactment of the Battle of Monmouth encampment and programs, 9:00 am— 12:00 noon* Molly Pitcher program by Stacy Roth Gypsy June 21,10 a.m.-4 p.m. Triology Productions of Old Bridge *OR UNTIL THE TRUCK IS FILLED, W HICH EVER OCCURS FIRST June 22,10 a.m.-3 p.m. June 20 at 7 p.m.; June 21 at 2 & 7 p.m. Monmouth Battlefield State Park Jonas Salk Middle School i What to Bring: Route 33, Manalapan 155 W. 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Metuchen Street Fair & Craft Show Much Ado About Nothing No need to remove paper clips or staples. more than 200 artists and crafters, food June 20-21 at 8 p.m., June 22 at 2 p.m. June 22,11 a.m.-5 p.m., rain or shine Kelsey Theatre, Mercer County Community College i D o NOT B rin g : J Main and New streets, Metuchen Old Trenton Road, West Windsor i Books, magazines, newspapers, X-Rays, floppy disks or CDs. £ tickets: $18; $16 seniors; $14 students/children % / Wedding of Maria Allaire 609-750-3333; www.kelseytheatre.net re-enactment in the chapel £ Limited to 5 file boxes or 100 lbs. per resident. ✓ Porgy and Bess X 1 >• June 22,1:30 p.m. Please refrain from using plastic bags. ; The Historic Village at Allaire Chapel June 22 & 29 at 3 p.m.; June 27 at 8 p.m. 4263 Atlantic Avenue, Wall McCarter Theatre Center 91 University Place, Princeton T his FREE RESIDENTIAL service is sponsored by parking fee: $5 732-919-3500; www.allairevillage.org 609-258-2787; www.mccarter.org Middlesex Coxinty Board of Chosen Freeholders and the Township of South Brunswick Seining at the Bayshore Chazz Palminteri: A Bronx Tale (The Original One Man Show) Questions, contact Middlesex County Solid Waste Management June 23 through August Mon., Wed. & Fri. at noon June 26-27 at 8 p.m. 732-745-4170 Bayshore Waterfront Park Count Basie Theatre solid waste@co. m iddlesex.n j. us Port Monmouth Road, Port Monmouth 99 Monmouth St., Red Bank free tickets: $40-$85 http://www.co.middlesex.nj.us/planningboard/solidwaste.asp 732-787-3033; www.monmouthcountyparks.com 732-842-9000; www.countbasietheatre.org All My Sons Local Band Thursdays 8 p.r Smoke & Mirrors, June 19 at 7:30 p.m. Center Playhouse. 35 South St., Freehold Saloonatics, June 26 at 7:30 p.m. tickets: $25: $23 seniors/students Parker Press Park PEDIATRIC DENTIST 732-462-9093: www.centerplayers.org 400 Rahway Ave., Woodbridge MicheUe M. 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Raiders start preparing for next season in summer league By WARREN RAPPLEYEA “The summer league is like having another season,” the likely to miss most of the campaign with an injury. Both Correspondent coach said. “It gives our guys a chance to keep playing, to are juniors. get some extra at-bats and it gives them a chance to work on The catcher is sophomore Mike Dempsey, who Lillis NORTH BRUNSWICK things in front of the coaches. It’s a good opportunity. said could have started for many teams last spring but for North Brunswick’s top players include juniors Steven the presence of Victor Konstantinovsky in the North Bloyed, Nate Facey and Matt Maranca, along with sopho Brunswick lineup. Other sophomores include outfielders orth Brunswick Township High School’s baseball more Eric Reardon. A left-handed pitcher, Reardon was a Cameron Kaltschmid, Brandon Koodish, Tyler Petrillo and team, like most area schools, has already begun the respectable 3-3 on the mound, but he made an even bigger Brian Totten; and infielders Dillon Brown. Roger Gomez, Nprocess of preparing for next spring. splash at the plate, where he batted .419 with two home runs Dylan Martin, Jesse Scher and lefty-swinging Neal Gaeta, The Raiders are again competing in the Greater Mid and 27 RBIs. When not pitching, Reardon patrolled first who saw some varsity time. Scher, another lefty, and Mar dlesex Coaches Summer Baseball League. Coach Ryan Lil base for the Raiders. tin are both pitchers, as is Henry Chen. lis’ roster includes several key returnees, as well as many Bloyed, another left-handed pitcher, distinguished him Three freshmen are playing with the team as well, and all younger players who are hoping to catch the coach’s eye self in the outfield, while hitting .273 with nine RBIs and 21 three are infielders — Justin Garcia, Ryan Breheney and Eric this summer and earn varsity spots next year. runs scored. Facey went 3-1 on the hill and did a solid job Vasquez, who gives the Raiders yet another left-handed pitcher. North Brunswick went 12-10 in the recent spring cam at third base. He ended the season at .270 with 11 RBIs. “We have a lot of talent here, and it’s great that they can play paign, but easily could have had several more wins. Thus Maranca, who can play both comer infield positions, batted as a team now,” Lillis said. “T'hat will also help us in the spring;’1'- far. Lillis’ team is 0-2 in the summer league, having dropped .250 in limited varsity duty. Lillis’ assistants are Steve Bloyed and Elijah Yarbor an extra inning decision against Spotswood High School Other members of the summer squad include outfielder ough, a former Raiders shortstop who went on to play for and losing to South Brunswick High School. Nick Maranca and second baseman Anthony Lupo, who is Temple University. Homemade financial help REAL ESTATE BRIEFS Karen Marra, Realtor-associate with member of the NJAR Distinguished Sales For households struggling Gloria Zastko, Realtors, North Brunswick, Club for achieving Circle of Excellence to save for a home, lead the firm overall for both listings taken for 10 years or more. Bellas will be work consulting with a housing and sales contracted for in May. Marra ing with Davis sales associates to help counseling agency could prides herself on her personal and profes them achieve their maximum potential and prove helpful sional service. Her clients benefit from her stay current with the latest industry trends. knowledge of real estate and her ability to “I am delighted to have Dorothy as part of "ome sweet home. Ever since the Stage® (prepare) homes to sell. Marra our team,” said Rollie Davis, broker/man housing-led financial collapse, this was also acknowledged as an award win ager at Davis Realtors. “She will continue Hi.old adage has new meaning: A ning Relocation Specialist. “Karen’s a legacy of unmatched real estate service home that one can comfortably afford un knowledge of the market is quickly evi while truly caring for each and every derlies a sweet sense of financial security. denced and her ability to guide both her client. Dorothy’s positive attitude is up Now, several years post-crisis, many buyers and sellers through a smooth trans lifting and motivational.” Davis Realtors Americans still find that either establish action is appreciated by her very satisfied has three offices: the main office located ing savings or affording a home impossi clients,” state Andrew Zastko, owner of in the Rollie Davis Professional Building ble, according to several studies. Gloria Zaskto, Realtors. Marra can be on Summerhill Road in East Brunswick; a One of the latest surveys released in reached by calling 732-297-0600, ext. 42, Monmouth County branch located at Deal early April by the nonprofit group Neigh cell at 908-565-4290, or email: karen@za- Road and Route 35 in Ocean Township; borWorks America found 29 percent of re stko.com. Her website is and a commercial office on Route 18 in spondents reported no emergency savings. www.zastko.com/karen. East Brunswick. For more information, or It’s more difficult ~ but not impossible to view the company’s listings, visit - for lower-income households to save, with 52 percent of respondents earning Stuart Davis, broker/owner of Davis www.DavisRealtors.Net. Dorothy Bellas less than $40,000 having no reserves. Realtors, announces that Dorothy Bellas can be reached at 732-254-6700 or by Along with the survey, NeighborWorks has joined the firm as broker/manager. email at DorothyBel- America reported that it conducted a “fi and saving, whether or not the client hopes With more than 28 years of local real es [email protected]. nancial capability demonstration project” to buy, says Robinson. tate experience, Bellas will be leading a showing that 57 percent of participants Housing counseling agencies, whose team of more than 50 Realtor/associates in All indications show that May 2014 was who had no savings were able to establish services are often free, are distinct from the East Brunswick office. “I’ve known the beginning of a sizzling summer in Cen a fund. credit counseling organizations. The latter, Dorothy my entire career,” said Davis, tral Jersey ral estate. May was ail extraordi The savings prescription, explains while also often nonprofits, are aimed at “and I’m confident Dorothy’s experience, nary month at Gloria Zastko, Realtors. NeighborWorks spokesman Doug Robin helping consumers solve another prevalent with scores of successful transactions, cor Karen Marra, Realtor-associates, lead the son, is for a trained professional to review obstacle to establishing savings and buy porate relocation expertise and leadership firm overall for both listings and sales con all a consumer’s spending — including ing a home, namely credit card debt. skills, will add to the excellent service we tracted for. “Karen’s knowledge of the mar minor outlays of just a dollar or two, as On its website, www.consumerfi- provide our clients.” Bellas is a natural ket is quickly evidenced and her ability to well as the major expenses like rent. Then, nance.gov, the Consumer Financial Protec leader and was honored as Realtor Associ guide both her buyers and sellers through a “a counselor could recommend where sav tion Bureau has questions under the “Ask ate of the Year in 2009. Currently, she smooth transaction is appreciated by her ings could be found,” Robinson says. CFPB” section dealing with what organi Hundreds of similar nonprofits — zations do to help, as well as advice on a serves as president-elect for the Middlesex very satisfied clients,” said Andrew Zastko, listed at www.hud.gov — exist to provide wide variety of financial topics, says Sam County Association of Realtors and will owner of Gloria Zastko, Realtors. The of ^iunseling on how to get in position to Gilford, a CFPB spokesman. be the organization’s next president. She fice is located at 1582 Route 130, North buy a home. But many of these agencies — Marilyn Kennedy Melia was awarded the NIAR Circle of Excel Brunswick. 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I sldtr I I < f T ] IN lli.ii!< 11 Milting * Home Shield \ n I <|imI 0 |>|'i*riinul\ l uinpHii> I ItmiHiitg 0 |>|mrltuiitv O h i h •! .imt O p t i,tf><1 l»\ M U III l i 3 liuilH ll XUllHip I By Erik J. Martin “You need to find out what restrictions CTW Features exist because some cities even have sub stantial hidden taxes, fines and other he thought of rolling out of bed and penalties attached to operating a business Work @ going to work a few steps away is out of your home,” Houston says. Tan appealing one. But while setting Christine A. Reuther, tax attorney in up a home-based business can have its Radnor, Pa., agrees. benefits for those who are disciplined “Check with local authorities first to We are happy to welcome home enough to make it work and have the determine if zoning and other code restric available space, homeowners need to care tions apply, which will depend on the type Dorothy Bellas fully consider what’s involved — includ of business and where it’s located,” she ing legal, tax, insurance and resale says. “Additionally, some municipalities as Broker Manager ramifications. require a business license.” Richard Houston, who owns and oper Even if community rule makers give ates several websites from his office adja you the green light, you want to make sure I Cranbury cent to the laundry room in his home near that you don’t incur the wrath of your I Extraordinary Los Angeles, will tell you that the perks of neighbors, says William Curtis, a Realtor A 6500sf, 5BR/5b, running a business from home are plenti 2 granite kit, with Nankani Management in San Anto walk-out bsmt. ful, including business tax deductions, nio, who also has a home-based business. $1,595,000 lower out-of-pocket costs and flexible When Curtis has to meet a client or has a Thinking of moving your work hours. But he warns that many mu meeting, he meets them at a nearby coffee nicipalities have zoning restrictions and shop or rents out a conference room. j East Brunswick business to your house? other requirements that limit or prohibit When it comes to federal and state in ' New4-5BR/5.5b Consider these tax, legal operating a commercial enterprise out of come taxes, a home business may provide amid preserve, and real estate factors first. your place of residence. an opportunity to deduct some expenses, luxury finishes, such as a portion of your utility expenses, walk-out bsmt. office equipment, and mortgage interest $1,400,000 paid. In addition, some portion of the home itself may be depreciable. ‘The keys to understanding what you East Brunswick can deduct are determining what portion Farrington Lake of the house is used for business, realisti 5BR/4.5b cul-de- cally assessing whether the space and sac, 5,500sf, equipment set aside for business use are pool, 1.8 acres exclusively for business use, and, if neces $949,900 sary, tracking business and non-business use of dual-purpose items,” says tax attor ney Reuther. She recommends consulting North Brunswick with an accountant to determine your de Elegant 4BR/2.5b duction eligibility. “Keeping records is lovely details! prime location, critical to supporting the deductions being EZ com m ute claimed and to make sure you expense $675,000 items appropriately,” Reuther adds. In general, your property taxes should n’t be affected by creating a home busi North Brunswick ness unless you finish space that was Upgraded unfinished the last time your house was 3BR/2.5b colo assessed, such as a basement. nial, premium To keep your property’s value as high cul-de-sac lot as possible, Gary Klein, founder of Cor $445,000 nerstone Real Estate Organization in Lin- croft, N.J., suggests keeping your home office space flexible without making too Lawrence Twp. many major modifications. “You don’t Location! 5BR, OUR NEW OFFICE IS NOW OPEN! [want to] lose a potential buyer who, in 3b,hdwd.fl, stead of a home office, would rather have newer kit, tiered an extra bedroom or a basement for their deck, pool 1882 Route 1 North kids to play in,” he says. $400,000 North Brunswick, NJ 08902 Also, don’t just assume that your cur Office: 732-658-6800 rent homeowners’ insurance policy will Burke Reaity cover a claim made involving your home- based business. Any business, regardless Thinking of of its scope or location, should have a commercial general liability insurance Buying or Selling policy and applicable eirors and omissions Your Home, insurance. Lastly, it’s crucial to evaluate how the Call Us Today business might affect your home’s resale A Respected Name Real Estate value, which ties into your choice as to In - 732 658-6800 where to locate the office within your John Sacktig, Broker/Manager 732- 254-6700 732- 695-6060 abode. 288 Summerhill Road 810 Deal Road cell: 732-213-1409 “If at all possible, have a separate of East Brunswick Ocean Township [email protected] fice with a separate entrance,” says Bill Home of William Warren Consulting, a (fa LEADING REAL,.ESTATE We are Looking for the following Professionals; firm in Sharon, Mass., that helps home- i^COMPANIESy THE WOR 1.D USlSHJ* Now Agents. 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The numerous endurance events — marathon, NJB A’s first ever Above & Beyond Com triathlon, 5-mile runs; and slept on the munity Service Award was awarded to Toll streets of New York City as part of the Brothers Group President Chris Gaffney Covenant House “Sleep Out” for the kids for his commitment to helping homeless of Covenant House. kids as a member of the Board of Direc Toll Brothers is the nation’s leading tors of Covenant House New York. builder of luxury homes. The company Carol Ann Short, CEO of the NJBA, said was awarded Best Clubhouse for Sea that Gaffney’s “energy and drive truly makes Breeze at Lacey and Best Single Family a difference...” for the homeless kids. Home for Morris Chase Estates during the “Chris Gaffney is an incredible cham SAM Awards ceremony; both are New pion and advocate for homeless youth,” Jersey communities that Gaffney manages. said Covenant House International Presi Toll Brothers, an award-winning Fortune GET $ 2 0 ,0 0 0 IN dent Kevin Ryan. “He runs marathons for 1000 company founded in 1967. embraces our kids. He sleeps out on the streets for an unwavering commitment to quality and FREE UPGRADES our kids. Through his efforts. Toll Brothers customer service. Toll Brothers is cur when you purchase before July ISth. 2014. has become such an important and valued rently building nationwide and is a pub Offer valid on select homes, based on partner in our work. And the greatest licly owned company whose stock is listed availability. See Sales Center tor details thing Chris does is take the time to get to on the New York Stock Exchange. The know our kids at Covenant House. He re company was recently named Builder of Princeton at night ally cares, and our kids sense that, and it the Year by BUILDER magazine, and was means the world to them. We are so grate twice named Builder of the Year by Pro ful to have Chris and Toll Brothers as fessional Builder magazine. ’ ’ ’A Weichert’s 14th annual charity golf outing for breast cancer research scheduled for Aug. 21 r I I eichert, Realtors will host its two non-golfer options for the same 14th Annual Charity Golf Out $399 donation. The first is a three-hour ing on Aug. 21 at Fiddler’s spa treatment that includes a one-hour W signature massage, one-hour facial, man Elbow Country Club in Bedminster. The event will raise funds for the American icure, pedicure, lunch and buffet cocktail Cancer Society to benefit breast cancer reception. There is also a golf clinic for research. novice to advanced golfers that includes LAST CHANCE “As we approach this year’s golf three hours of instruction, club rentals, tournament, I am once again reminded lunch and the buffet cocktail reception. of the compassion and generosity of our A range of six sponsorship levels en Weichert friends and family who con sures an affordable sponsorship option tinue to support our breast cancer for businesses — both large and small. TO OWN. fundraiser year after year,” said Jacelyn Contributions of gifts and prizes are also Botti, head of residential sales for We welcome from businesses as donations. Don’t miss your last opportunity to enjoy the easy life at ichert, Realtors. ‘Together, we’ve raised To register for the Weichert Golf Outing more than $650,000 for breast cancer or to become a sponsor, contact Laura The Pointe at Turnbury, where few townhomes remain in our final Metro at 973-397-3539 by July 31 as through the years, at the same time hon phase! Now is the time to kick back and take advantage of our oring and supporting breast cancer vic space is limited. tims and survivors, including those from Participants in the 14th Annual Char full-service amenities that provide a carefree lifestyle, just within the Weichert organization.” ity Golf Outing who are traveling from Individuals and businesses are invited out of town have the option to stay at the minutes from downtown Princeton. to participate in the fundraiser. Team Bridgewater Marriott, located at 700 awards will be given out for first and Commons Way in Bridgewater on Aug. second place, and there will be contests 20 and/or Aug. 21 for a special group for both men and women for Longest rate of $179 per night. For reservations, Drive, Closest to the Hole and Straight- contact the Marriott Reservations depart • Starting from the mid $300,OOOs est Drive. In addition, Hole-in-One ment at 800-228-9290 and reference prizes include 2014 luxury automobiles, “Weichert, Realtors Golf Room Block,” • Basements available and there will also be a raffle featuring or book online at the grand prize of an LCD television. www.marriott.com/sosbw and enter A donation of $399 provides individ group code “weiweia.” uals a round of golf with cart, lunch, Those who can’t attend the event but ThePointeAtTurnbury.com photo, commemorative pin and post- wish to help support breast cancer re 609.799.0459 tournament three-hour buffet cocktail re search are encouraged to send donations MIUENMIU! ception. For a donation of $175, an payable to the American Cancer Society Sales Center Open Daily: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. individual may attend only the buffet to Weichert. Realtors, 1625 Route 10 108 Schalks Crossing Road, Monmouth Junction, NJ 0885? Developer/Builder PPSD (Please use Plainsboro for GPS or call for directions.) cocktail reception and awards banquet. East, Morris Plains, NJ 07950, Attn: Development Company LLC For those not wishing to golf, there are Jacelyn Botti - Weichert Golf Outing. Don’t be remorseful It's easy to rush into a Yet, alarmingly, results of a recent study by Redfin reveal that one in four U.S. purchase. Make sure homeowners who purchased the home you're finding the right they currently reside in would not buy the home for you — and for home again if they could do it all over the long haul again. When asked what the most common onsidering that a home likely is causes of homebuyer’s remorse are, Mar the most important purchase and shall Park, real estate agent for Redfin Cbiggest financial transaction Corp. in Washington, D.C., narrowed it you’ll ever make, it’s important that down a few reasons. you be happy with that acquisition. “First, many feel they paid too much for their home, which can easily hap pen when they’re competing in a bid ding war and prices are escalating,” Think Value with Fully Furnished Model Park says. “Second, many feel they bought the wrong house. With so little inventory on the market and bidding So m e r s e t Grand Opening wars common, it’s easy to get swept up in the frenzy when five other people want the same house you’re looking at or when the limited options of homes » to choose from gets frustrating.” Third, many buyers feel pressure to purchase, which underscores the im portance of choosing an agent you can trust to look out for your best interests and guide you through the process. Zachary D. Schorr, a real estate at torney in Los Angeles, says other com mon culprits behind purchase regret include inadequate investigation of the physical characteristics and needs of the property; misunderstanding of the financial terms of the purchase; and failure to comprehend how expensive maintaining a home can be. 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They run from about $19,000 to CTW Features an EV battery in cold weather is the cabin heater. While $26,000 for the most Plain Jane, low-gizmo-factor versions. gasoline engines tend to generate latge amounts of heat One way to monitor new wagon offerings or to find hat was certainly some rotten winter weather we that can be leveraged to warm a car’s interior, an HV additional possibilities is to go to KBB.com. When you click on managed to survive, with temperatures plummet must rely on an electric-powered heater to keep a “new cars” they’re divided into various categories, one of ing to record lows in many regions and snow driver’s toes toasty. which is “wagons.” Tfalling at least somewhere in all 50 states. And while Likewise, running the air conditioner when the we’re far from being meteorologists, our instinct says we mercury rises drains an EV’s battery at a higher-tlian -^- We have a car that will start but won’t run. It needs could be in for a scorching-hot summer as well. average rate. Of course one could just wear a heavier * engine work and it won’t pass the smog test. We live The extreme elements already tend to exact a toll on coat mid gloves while driving and keep the heater • in California. Can we sell it? the average car, but many electric-vehicle owners may switched off in the winter, and forego the A/C in the Q feel the worst of it, according to the results of a study summer (keeping the windows closed on the highway to conducted by the AAA Automotive Research Center in maintain the vehicle’s aerodynamics), though neither is a There is no California law that prohibits you from Southern California. That’s because the results sacrifice most drivers would be willing to take. 6 selling a vehicle that won’t run and won’t pass smog determined an EV’s operating range on a charge could According to the MIT Technology Review, thermal A • testing, according to a spokesman for the California diminish by as much as 57 percent based solely on the storage materials are being developed that can be heated Department of Motor Vehicles. ambient temperature. while an electric car is plugged in, then deliver heat for That said, the buyer can’t drive it if he/she can’t register it, “Electric motors provide smooth operation, strong the duration of a drive, though that solution is likely and it can’t be registered if it doesn’t have smog certification. acceleration, require less maintenance than internal years away for being ready for widespread use. In the In your state, you (the seller) have five days to report to the combustion engines, and for many motorists offer a cost meantime, automakers may turn to improved insulation DMV the sale or transfer of this vehicle. You do this by effective option,” says John Nielsen, managing director, and specific coatings on the windows to help trap heat completing and submitting a Notice of Transfer and Release of AAA Automotive Engineering and Repair. “However, within the cabin. Liability. EV drivers need to carefully monitor driving range in hot While none of us can do anything about the weather, Among key points for the buyer to consider (and I’m not and cold weather.” the Environmental Protection Agency says EV driver*- listing every single one): The buyer of a vehicle purchased from The AAA put three different EVs through their paces can help minimize the adverse effects of extreme a private party must complete ownership transferal within 10 under controlled circumstances to gauge how well their weather on their vehicles’ range by following a few days of the purchase date by visiting a DMV office with an batteries fared in stop-and-go-traffic under cold, simple tips: endorsed title and smog certification (when the vehicle is more moderate and hot operating conditions. • Park the vehicle in a garage to maintain a more than four model years old). There are exceptions and provisos According to the results, the three models averaged a amenable temperature. Preheat or pre-cool an EV’s cabin and exclusions, all of which you can find on your state’s respectable 105 miles on a charge at an ambient while plugged into the charger to help extend its range. excellently organized Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) temperature of 75 degrees. However, this figure • Engage the car’s “economy” mode, if so equipped. website. plummeted to just 43 miles when the thermometer • Avoid sudden stops to allow the vehicle’s The DMV suggests anyone considering buying a vehicle dipped to 20 degrees. Blistering temperatures had a more regenerative braking system to recover additional energy. read the info at moderately adverse effect on the tested vehicles, limiting • Keep the battery charged whenever there’s access to http://www.dmv.ca.gov/pubs%2Fbrochures/fast_facts/ffvr26.ht the average range of the models tested to 69 miles on a an appropriate electrical outlet or charging station. tn and https://www.dmv.ca.g0v/vr/vr_inf0.htm#BM2522 charge at 95 degrees. • Run accessories like air conditioning, heating and © CTW Features Note that these fluctuations occur despite the fact that entertainment systems sparingly; use the seat warmers (if What's your question? Sharon Peters would like to hear all EVs include provisions to help heat (and/or cool) the equipped) instead of the cabin heater whenever possife*^ about what's on your mind when it comes to caring for, driving battery; usually this is via liquid or forced-air heating in winter. and repairing your vehicle. 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