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0 2002 Devine Media Entorprta, die 732-574-1200 • p.o. Box 3095, south Amboyr NJ 06879 Your Neighborhood In Print Since 1882 Widdietex VIIale Bill To Help Patients learn About Doctors Advances YOUR HOMETOWN NEWSPAPER STATE—A bill being spon- grounds. Patients always in every professional barrel and to fix any inaccuracies. sored by Senator Joseph F. should come first." the people of New Jersey In addition, the bill would Vitale, D-Middlesex, to help The measure, S-571, co- deserve to know about them." require the Division to report people leam all about New sponsored by Democratic Sen- Records of doctors to be back to the Legislature within Jersey medical doctors and ate President Richard J. Codey, kept under the bill include: 18 months on the status of the podiatrists and their profes- D-Essex, would direct the educational history; criminal physician and podiatrist pro- sional and educational back- Division of Consumer Affairs convictions and disciplinary files. Also, the bill would re- grounds has been approved by to establish an informational actions by the Board of quire the Division to make rec- the Senate Health, Human file on all New Jersey doctors Medical Examiners over the ommendations on how to de- Services and Senior Citizens and podiatrists which would be last 10 years; any restrictions velop profiles on other licensed health care professionals such CO Committee. accessible over the Internet and of privileges based on compe- "People need the reassur- through a toll-free-telephone tence by a health care facility as dentists, advanced practice i nurses, physician assistants, Q. ance that the doctors who number. over the previous 10 years, and treat them are competent "Most doctors are extremely medical malpractice court optometrists, pY\ysica\ thera- professionals," said Vitale, competent professionals and judgements and any arbitration pists and chiropractors. the Democratic chairman of welcome these information awards for the previous five "By providing access to the Senate committee. "For far files as good promotional tools years. Vitale said the files are important information about too long, there has been an to showcase their achievements meant to be positive. doctors, this bill will help peo- unnecessary amount of secrecy and special skills," said Vitale. "Information about hospital ple make health care decisions O 3 about doctors and their back- "But there are some bad apples privileges, academic achieve- be based on the best informa- T- l/.l ments and national profession- tion available," Vitale said al organizations can all be Under the bill, as amended Sot The Pace For Good Health included," said Vitale. "Plus, by the committee, a $300,000 nothing goes out before being SOUTH AMBOY—Frog tration is $20 (with shirt while appropriation to help fund the checked for accuracy by the information gathering process Hollow Swim Club is proud to supplies last). doctors themselves." was deleted. But supporters announce their 5-mile run 3- A 1-mile fun run will also The Division of Consumer said the lack of funds will not mile health walk through the be held at 8:30 a.m. for chil- Affairs would be required to slow down the collection pro- feytfmmCommuneKt»f*# ..,,3 streets of South Amboy and dren ages 5-14 for $6. provide a review copy of the cess because a non-profit group VMltlw MfWfMBtCLC Sayreville on June 22 at 9 a.m. For applications and infor- profile to a doctor before has stepped forward to help. Trophies will be given in mation, contact Mickey Gross releasing it to the public and The measure now awaits action different age groups for both CtfWM.toe, at (732) 721-5031. the doctor would have 30 days before the full Senate. men and women. Registration for participants ,,...... 13 The first male and female starts at 7 a.m. on race day. 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With physical, occupational, industrial In sharply contrasting mes- and speech therapy, nutritional sages, the GOP nominee counseling, audiology testing and progressive programs like massage pledged a clean campaign, and aquatic therapy, our compassionate while Republican Party offi- and highly-trained rehabilitation experts cials issued a scathing personal can put you on the road to recovery. attack on the incumbent Democrat, Sen. Robert And best of all, it's right here. Torricelli At three convenient locations in Republican nominee Doug Monmouth County. Forrester issued a statement Bayshore Community Hospital saying, "For too long now, too Rehabilitation Department many campaigns have been 727 North Beers Street Holmdel, NJ 07733 about mud-slinging and nega- (732) 739-5955 tive personal attacks, rather than being what they should be Bayshore Center for Rehabilitation and Physical Therapy - contests of ideas, and compar- One Bethany Road, Building 3. Suite 43 isons of records and visions." Hazlet, NJ 07730 (732) 264-7HI Meanwhile, the state GOP Bayshore Fitness and Wellnmss Center "New Jersey voters deserve 1420 Highway 36 a United States Senator Hazlet, NJ 07733 who cares more about our (732)335-3748 national defense rather than his own legal defense." "Because if the suits fit, •P.? voters won1! acquit." issued a press release that listed several reasons why voters might reject Torricelli. Among them: "New Jersey voters deserve a United States Senator who cares more about Bayshore Community Hospital our national defense rather than Bayshore Health Care and his own legal defense." Comprehensive Personal Care Center "Because if the suits fit, vot- The Willows at Holmdel Assisted ers won't acquit." Living Residence "Bob Torricelli has created Bayshore Center for Rehabilitation headlines and humiliation." and Physical Therapy "Because New Jersey voters Bayshore Community Hospital deserve better than a United Foundation States Senator whose greatest Bayshore Diagnostic Center accomplishment is escaping Bayshore Fitness and Wellness Center federal prosecution." Bayshore Mammography Center From these statements, Bayshore Physician Network there's no doubt that Bayshore Wound Care Center* Republicans are going to aim SleepCare'Centtr some pretty low blows at Torricelli. Vassar Eye Center However, as newspaper columnist Jim Goodman of the Trenton Times wrote, "Whether an opponent like Forrester, whose highest elect- Affiliated with Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, v 1 fj Thi Robert Wood Johnson Health Network and ed office has been mayor of :.-.•; i- . 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Later, 2-Down how Ilaylcy would react if she confused Natalie with her state- Amber was stunned when the 13 E.T.'s trans- knew that the (presumably) dead ments about Rex being a threat to port whole family arrived to show Maria would have provided a her. Nora misinterpreted Emily 14 New Haven their support as she prepared to match for Knzo's transplant. But and Troy's relationship. Lindsay student body check herself into rehab. Wait to later, Arlene had a shocking reluctantly gave Ben information 15 Maple genus See: Ridge makes an important 16 Companion announcement for him and about Allison. Rae presented a decision about his future. 18 Oda Mae in panicked Cristian with his grade. Hay ley. Anna and David raised DAYS OF OUR LIVES "Ghost" the subject of divorce for the first Starr forced Troy to do some soul 20 Puts on a Father Janscn was about to searching. Wait to See: Starr gets show time. Kendall was furious with pour water on Zack's head when an important phone call. Blair 21 Ref bk Ryan for revealing her legal Lexie realized what Rolf had 23 Miss, neighbor strategy to Bianca. Erica opened done and rushed to the baptismal makes a difficult decision. Niki 24 Motorcycle a piece of mail addressed to font, spilling the tainted water on conies up with a new plan. attachments Chris. Wait to See: Hrtca PASSIONS 28 Fedora feature 55 Sumter or Dix a few rulers 33 Goat's-milk the lloor. John realized this was indulges in some soul searching. 31 Lemony liba- 56 "A mouse!" 10 Wedding cheese all part of what he had perceived Timmy suspected Peggy ton 57 See to shower? 36 Least AS THE WORLD TURNS as the DiMera threat. After over- might really be Norma. Brian 32 Unfriendly 11 Seeks infor- restrained Roseanna used Carly's adver- hearing Jan tell her mother that filled Diana (Sheridan) in on his mation 38 Concealed 34 Figure head? DOWN saries in stirring up the pot. Paul she actually miscarried when she past with the dangerous Nick. 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Jason chose his words care- fully as he attempted to answer the pink roses, and then prepared IV HOCUS HKUS HENHY SOITINOFF Sonny's question about Carly's to await Rafe's return. whereabouts around the time of Meanwhile, Kate freaked as she her accident. Later, Alexis was looked at one of the newly devel- touched when Sonny agreed to oped photos she, Jamal and Jack help Courtney. Luke was stunned took at the barn. In the mean- by Laura's decision not to rush time, Liwie got help from an their marriage after all. Lucky unlikely source in trying to per- made good use of the distance suade Rafe that she and he had that had grown up between been lovers. As Lucy worked to Elizabeth and Sarah. AJ was bring Kevin home, Rebecca thrown by the realization that pressured him to stay in Rndtt IM« six dMwtnow In dtUfe bttwwn pan*. Edward had frozen his accounts. "Barnadoon." Wait to See: Wait to See: Jason spies on Liwie takes another step down Zander. Jax issues a new threat. the low road. GUIDING LIGHT THE YOUNG Beth found Lorelei's diary. AND THE RESTLESS Marah and Shayne had a surprise Chris reassured Michael that for their parents, Josh and Reva. his kiss hadn't crossed the line. Romeo finally told all. Tony Meanwhile, Paul told Isabella decided to let bygones be that he and Chris were, indeed, bygones. Phillip received infor- over and he was ready to marry mation about Gus. Wait to See: IT TOOK Isabella. Before leaving to see ALONG Bill fills in the gaps. Cassie TIWETA Ramona in New Mexico, Victor FIGGER OUT A visited Ashley, who told him GIFT she'd had a cancerous tumor Puzzle removed from her breast. Max told Nikki that Victor was on a journey to visit all of his ex- wives and lovers. As Warton OH Poot>peo< WOT ME PAPPV WANTS made plans to investigate Ralph's background in Tucson, Amanda was arrested for steal- ing Jill's bracelet. Wait to See: Neil is about to self-destruct. (c) 2002 King Features Synd., inc. |«>e M. 2002 Visit ui online at vwv.iicw-|ercey.ws THE ATOM TABLOID 6 CITIZEN-GAZETTE... 7 YOUR ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT NEWS human spirit itself and our own current events, we are reminded Thus for the time being, even POPCORN innate sense of hope. of the days when we had the lux- art has been set on its ear. And, The "Sum of All Fears" ury of hypothetical because we are forever searching "The Sum of All Fears" Armageddons. Such was the case every nook and cranny of our Too Close for Comfort exudes a discomfort level wrought not as much through any in "Testament" (1983), when existence for enlightenment, skill of the filmmaker as by its Jane Alexander starred as Carol when we do evaluate a film deal- popcorns By Michael S. Goldberger eerie proximity to the events of Wetherly, a distraught mom des- ing with the subject in question One Popcorn, Poor • Two Popcorns, Fiir • Thrw Popcorns, Good * Pour Popcorns, Eicelltnt J 9/11. It is a sad phenomenon of perately but bravely trying to we cannot help but ponder the When things go really mass destruction. There just has recent times. But now, with that comfort her family following a age-old axiom about art imitating kablooey in "The Sum of All to be. But what is it? cataclysmic event in our collec- nuclear blast. Then we were able life and vice versa. We're hoping Fears," when the unthinkable It's certainly not Ben Affleck's tive data bank, any action yarn to take a heartfelt but equally there's a clue hidden somewhere • scene that earns the film its title performance. He's hardly believ- with a terrorism theme practical- hypothetical lesson from director in the filigree. arrives, anyone with a shred of able as Jack Ryan, the ly achieves documentary status. Lynne Littman about the horrors But clearly, it is only because common sense is bound to ask Washington think tank historian There is an unfortunate seduc- of atomic warfare. And director Robinson's movie reeks themselves, "Do I really need turned international man of der- tiveness. Our brain's entertain- ensconced within the cushy arm- of timely importance that it is this? Is this entertainment? Is this ring-do. Likewise, Morgan ment receptors are automatically chairs of our fool's paradise, we given such critical leeway. In why I came out to the movies?" Freeman as his boss, CIA direc- drawn to said presentations for could also note the film's fine fact, imagine if we took the same And then you think it out a lit- tor Bill Cabot, hardly exudes his what information they may dramatic qualities, especially its cast and crew but changed the tle further. It would be unfair to trademark avuncular charm this impart. uniquely powerful use of under- story just slightly, say into a tale completely dismiss this most go-round. And doubtless the love In short, we are shopping the statement. about two warring brothers who affair between Affleck's every- recent filming of a Tom Clancy disasters and looking for But that was before 9/11. And own pizzerias on opposite sides novel as out and out fear monger- man hero and Dr. Cathy Muller answers. We wonder: Could this though nuclear sabers rattled of the same street but who never ing, intentional or otherwise. Oh, (Bridget Moynihan) isn't what'll be us? Can this help us? But as then, just as they have ever since speak to each other. Odds are we that's certainly some of it. But not be bringing 'em to the Bijou in we witness, mouths agape, this the invention of fission-powered wouldn't give it half the consider- all of it. Yet while it's only slight- droves. The lukewarm relation- utter horror that dares not speak weapons, there was security, ation this film has been receiv- ly detectable, there is an emotion ship plays like something left its name, the gnawing question whether real or perceived, that ing. Though, come to think of it, conjured here beyond the horrific over from "Pearl Harbor" (2001). is, can such tragedy be averted? maybe we would. So skip the the balance of power between sensationalism of our worst fears Nah, that's too kind. The trite Because we know full well that analogy. I see John Turturro and supposedly civilized nations being realized. affaire de coeur is more like even if Affleck and company Kevin Kline as the leads. But would ensure that calm heads But it's hard to discern exactly something coming up for a last save the day, after the curtain later for that. prevailed. But no more. Our ene- what it is. And what's more, this gasp of melodramatic spooning falls we will still be left to deal mies inform that they are any- "The Sum of All Fears," rated je ne sais quoi by-product proba- after lying dormant since "The with the real-life angst that has ?G-13, is a Paramount Pictures thing but reasonable and calm. In bly has a lot more to do with the Winds of War" (1983). been so painfully hammered release starring Ben Affleck, fact, they assure us our biggest viewer's subconscious cognition So again, what is it that holds home. Therein lies both the root Morgan Freeman and James fear should be their inationaW'sm than anything intentionally inter- our interest? Are we just curious? of our attraction and the source of Cromwell. Running time: 122 and shadowy motivation. And as jected by director Phil Alden Is it simply that we want to see if our uneasiness. Though, there is minutes they say, this changes everything. Robinson and screenwriters Paul the world survives? Certainly also the fleeting thought that we Attanasio and Daniel Pyne. that may be some of it. But not all are purposely and conveniently Fact is, we are great miners of of it. Why, these days practically being manipulated by Hollywood information, always on the look- every adventure film has the fate opportunists. But that's unthink- out for keys to our survival and of the world hanging in "the bal- able, and therefore quickly dis- rationalizations to comfort our ance. But this is different. And missed. This is too serious. No souls. 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This fee includes all theatre, special events, theatre classes and more. registration deadline for the shops in voice, hand bells, music activities and classes, The address is: www.forumtheatrecompany.com children's music camp at music reading, theater arts and arts and crafts, recreation and Calvary Lutheran Church is staging. Campers also will be movement, snacks, a camp tee CBKufOfCu fast approaching. Those regis- introduced u> OrtT instruments. shirt and the closing perform- ance. Time will be provided ing state sets. each day for eating lunches two-week program, which will Professional church musi- brought from home. run weekdays from July dans and music educators will In addition to the early reg- Perform At Kutztown Festival 29-August 9. Sessions will run stall the camp with support from 9 a.m. 1 p.m. from adult and teen volunteers. istration discount, there is a AREA—A German band The German Consulate The final registration dead- The two-week camp will $15 disc0lIlir available lbr that has earned international General in New York City in line is July 1. However, space culminate with the children each addlllonal child reg's" celebrity status for its tradi- cooperation with the state gov- is limited, especially in the staging a musical for family lered lrom thc sainc tamil>'' tional dialect music oi' the ernment and cultural organiza- first- and second-grade classes and friends on the last evening For more information about Rhincland will perform on tions in the Riiineland and the and registration may be closed of the program, followed by an the camp or registration, call stage every day during the Kutztown University early. icecream social. Jaye Newbold, associate in 2002 Kutztown Festival. Pennsylvania German Cultural The day camp will offer The registration cost for the ministry, Calvary Lutheran "De Rauber" (The Robbers) Heritage Center are assisting children entering grades one two-week program is $125 per Church at (90S) 276-2418. is a four-man instrumental and in arrangements for the band's vocal group that sings in a visit, dialect that crosses old Now in its 53rd year, the German and contemporary Kutztown Festival features a German and is similar to the wide variety of good family JULIAN'S CAFE Pennsylvania German dialect, fun. There are Iblklifc presen- FATHER'S DAY The Rhineland, their home tations, 200 nationally recog- RESERVE NOW, TREAT DAD ROYALLY! region, is the area of Germany nized, juried folk artists and from which many of the immi- traditional American crafts- CHAMPAGNE BRUNCH FATHER'S DAY grants who became known as men; 1000 locally hand-made SEATING AT: the "Pennsylvania Dutch" quilts for sale; antiques and 9:0(1 AM, 11:00 AM&l:0«PM GALA BUFFET came in the 18th and early collectibles, live stages of SEATING AT: 4 PM AND6 PM 19th centuries. entertainment, music, dancing; DELUXE SALAD BAR l)e Rauber came together as a wide range of children's (OLD SALADS & INCLUDING: a singing group in 1991. They activities and plenty of food APPETIZERS PEEL & EAT SHRIMP have appeared in over 3500 from snacks to full family CRAB LEGS & CLAWS concerts in liurope, have been style dinners, CARVING STATION: featured numerous times on Dates for the 2002 Festival ROAST BEEF CARVING STATION ROAST TURKEY radio and television, have sev- are June 29-July 7. Hours are BAKED HAM ROAST PRIME RIB OF BEEF eral CD albums, and have 9 a.m. 6 p.m. daily. Ad- ROAST VERMONT TURKEY earned a number of German mission for adults is $9, for PASTA & OMELET BAKED VIRGINIA HAM musical awards including the seniors $8. Children 12 and STATION: "Narrischen Oscar." under are admitted free. There ( MH Will PRKPAKK K) CHAFING DISHES \Ol ROKDKR Dialect music has become is ample free parking. For a SHRIMP SCAMPI CHAFING DISHES: HUNGARIAN STUFFED CABBAGE very popular in Germany in free brochure, call 1-888-674- \IAH(.h ASSOHIMKM in CHICKEN MARSALA, SPANISH PAELLA the past decade, in large part 6 Lift or (610) 683-1597. 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New York Liberty Bank will ultimately allow us both to continue to depositors will become deposi- members. and Liberty Bancorp, Inc. merge with and into Northfield improve services on a more tors of a larger organization with Northfield Savings Bank, (Nasdaq:LlBB) jointly an- Savings Bank and will operate competitive basis while provid- greater financial resources. Fur- founded in 1887, serves its cur- nounce that they have entered as a division of Norlhfield ing additional convenience to thermore, similarities in the rent community of Staten Island into an Agreement and Plan of Savings Bank. The stockholders our customers. This transaction business practices of Northfield through eleven full-service Merger (the "Agreement)." of Liberty Bancorp other than allows us to better utilize our and Liberty should facilitate the offices. At March 31, 2002, Northfield Savings Bank is a Liberty Bancorp, MHC will strong capital position by assimilation of the two entities." NSB has total assets of $1.1 bil- New York chartered savings receive $26.50 in cash in ex- expanding our deposit base in The transaction is expected to lion, deposits of $613 million bank which is wholly-owned by change for each share of com- an attractive market that is in be completed in the fourth quar- and net worth of $95 million. At NSB Holding Corp., a New mon stock, resulting in a cash close proximity to Statcn Island ter of 2002. It is subject to sev- March 31, 2002, Liberty Ban- eral conditions, including the York corporation. Liberty Bank payment by NSB of approxi- and sets the foundation for pos- corp has total assets of $346 sible future expansion.11 receipt of regulatory approvals is a federally-chartered stock mately $34.5 million. Each of million, deposits of $270 mil- the Boards of Directors has Chairman, President and and the approval of the stock- savings bank which is wholly- lion and stockholders' equity of approved the transaction. Chief Executive Officer of holders of Liberty Bancorp and, owned by Liberty Bancorp. Inc.. $31.5 million. Liberty will con- which is a federally-chartered John W. Alexander, Chair- Liberty, John R. Bowen states, if required, the members of tinue to operate seen full-service mid-tier holding company and man and CEO of Northfield "We are excited about our part- Liberty MHC. branches located in Middlesex subsidiary of Liberty Bancorp, states, "We are both communi- nership with Northfield. The Pursuant to the Agreement, and Union counties, New Jer- MHC, a federally-chartered ty-oriented financial institutions Board of Directors believes that two members of Liberty Ban- sey. Liberty Bancorp, MHC mutual holding company. that share similar corporate val- we have structured this merger corp's Board will become mem- owns approximately 63.3 per- Pursuant to the Agreement, ues and are committed to serv- to address the appropriate inter- bers of NSB's Board. In addi- cent of the outstanding shares of the mutual holding company ing our respective communities. ests of our constituents, includ- tion, NSB will establish a New Liberty Bancorp common stock. structure of Liberty Bancorp, The combined re-sources of ing a significant premium for Jersey Advisory Board consist- Social Security Trust Funds: Long-Range Deficits Remain AREA—The Social Security of the trust funds by three years. gram costs comes in 2017- one meet only 73 percent of Social discussion can yield a bipartisan Board of Trustees declared that In the 2002 Annual Report to year later than the estimate in late Security benefit obligations plan that will ensure that Social the Social Security program con- Congress, the Trustees an- year's report; under current law. And projec- Security will continue to play its tinues to be substantially underfi- nounced: • The projected point at which tions for the late 21st century essential role for today's retirees tianced for the long term, while • The projected point at which program costs exceed tax rev- paint an even bleaker picture. and other beneficiaries, workers, extending ibe projected solvency lax revenues will fall below pro- enues plus interest from the trust "The message of this report is their children, and grandchildren. clear," Commissioner Barnhart DEVINE MEDIA ENTERPRISES, Inc. funds comes in 2027-two years But, as the report issued today said. "In order to create a sound week of: 6/02/02 - 6/08/02 later than the estimate in last makes clear, we cannot postpone and sustainable future, long-term year's report; our task." WINNING PICK-3 WINNING MCK-4 JEHSEY CASH-3 trust fund deficits should be • The projected point at which Based upon the most recent SUNDAY. Junt 2 SUNDAY. Jun# 2 the trust funds will be exhausted addressed in a timely way to Mid-Day 303 .1194 experience and updated meth- 4-1MM1-U Evening 7M comes in 2041- three years later allow a gradual phasing in of any MONDAY. JUM 1 odologies, the Trustees made sev- MONDAY. JuiV 3 .. 2-7-14-1I-1I than the estimate in last year's necessary changes, and so work- Mid-Day 121 •712 TUESDAY. Jiina 4 eral changes in assumptions from Evening 352 •171 report; ers can adjust their plans accord- .. 1-3-14-17-« last year's report. The short-term TUESDAY. Jurn 4 WEDNESDAY. Jwp 8 • The projected actuarial ingly. Mid-Day 55S 4M3 . S-14-1l-2t-3l "The President has put forth outlook was improved primarily Evening ... 2« .. .1121 deficit of taxable payroll over the THURSDAY. Juni ft because of higher assumed pro- WEDNESDAY. Juiw S . . »-t-1t-1t-2S 75-year long-range period is 1.87 forth six principles to guide our Mid-Day 471 FRIDAY. Jmw 7 search for a way to ensure that ductivity growth and revenue Evening MS 712ft . 14U-2V21-21 percent-slightly larger than the form taxes paid on Social THURSDAY. Jura ft SATURDAY. JUIM I 1.86 percent projected in the last Social Security remains secure Mid-Day 225 (11) 44-7-14-25 through the entire 21st century. Security income. The longer- Evening 453 1192 year's report. BIG GAME WINNING Numbari Under these principles, current term deterioration in outlook "These projections suggest Mid-Day 47t Oil TUESDAY. JtjM 4 and near retirees can be assured resulted from the passage of Evening 714 .1171 S-25M-»-tt/4l that we have not lost ground in SATURDAY. Junt B FRIDAY. Juff 7 that their benefits will not be another year, a lower death rate 14-22-27-2M2S13 the past year," said JoAnne Mid-Day 070 4SM adversely affected; and the 153 assumption and projected higher Evening 017 7270 Barnhart, Commissioner of IOUEE WINNING Numbirt million workers covered by WINNING PlCK-6 Numbtri Social Security. "However, the benefits on average. The combi- MONDAY. Jun* 3 WEDNESDAY. Jun* & Social Security this year can be ..UM5-16-M-37 17-37-46-73 report still projects that, once the nation means that at the end of confident that retirement benefits THURSDAY Juna 8 SATURDAY. Juna B trust funds are exhausted, payroll the 75-year period the program is 4-5-15-26*34-41 10-41-44-73 under the program will be tax revenues will be sufficient to in a significantly worse position reformed and made secure and than projected in last year's $375 13 NOT A LOT OF MONEY TO the disability and survivors bene- INVEST FOR YOUR FAMILY'S HEALTHI fit components will be preserved. report. 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This Dear Editor, resolve we all felt: Fire-fighters June 14th marks the 225th thought that during his service When we hear the words: raising the American flag amid whole new generation of birthday of the United States Hopkinson first designed the Nine-Eleven, our thoughts are the rubble in New York City ... Americans has come to under- Flag. It was on that date in configuration which we now overwhelmed by the mind- hoisting high a banner of hope stand the meaning of our flag, 1777 that John Adams intro- call the American Flag. numbing images of destruction. in a sea of death and despair. and why so many have always duced a resolution that the revered it. This version of events is Who among us can cast aside At about the same time, Continental Congress adopted. Americans at the Pentagon Unquestionably it is the most substantiated by a lengthy con- the sight of U.S. airliners slam- The resolution stated that the ming into the World Trade unfurled a large American flag beloved and recognized symbol flag of the thirteen states flict which took place wherein Center... twice? Who among us right next to the charred gash of freedom in the entire world. would be of thirteen stripes of Hopkinson attempted to can forget the unforgettable? where the hijacked airliner So respected is it that some of alternating red and white with receive payment for designing The heart-stopping images of exploded. America's closest allies even the inclusion of thirteen stars the Flag. Hopkinson's request September 11, 2001 are seared All of America focused on protect it by law from desecra- on a blue Held. This configu- for payment was first approved into our minds forever. The our flag in this hour of darkness tion. ration would serve as the flag by Congress then denied by because it speaks volumes - We must all fly our U.S Flag of the United States of Twin Towers crumbled under the legislature, prompting the without saying a word. Unfurled with pride. We must all respect, America. the weight of death and destruc- and proud, it gave "We the honor and defend the constitu- There are several theories formation of a committee to tion. The tragic images at the People" a common focal point, a tion it stands for. We've all seen regarding who created the investigate the validity of his Pentagon. The airplane scattered sense of unity and community. what the flag means to America. original (lag of the United claim. The investigation across the usually serene We put flags in our windows, Today we honor the flagon its States of America. If you ask dragged on and was met with Pennsylvania hillside. Innocent lives snuffed out in an act of on porches, on cars and trucks. special day-and that it is fitting most people, their answer is much difficulty from the mem- cowardice and hate. Everywhere we looked we saw However, it is even more fitting Betsy Ross. This seamstress bers of the Board of Treasury. from Philadelphia is common* Yet, despite the carnage ... an American flag. The unifying that we honor our flag everyday. Eventually Hopkinson ly thought to be the creator of despite the broken buildings and symbol of a proud and freedom- Gene Buser the first flag of the United resigned from his office and shattered lives - the American loving nation. Public Relations Officer States. Legend has it that Mrs. gave up the conflict. spirit did not break. One photo Today, nearly a year later, we American Legion, Post 263 Ross was George The ultimate finding of the captured the essence of the are still seeing a continuing cel- Ctrteret Washington's personal seam- investigative committee was stress who often mended his that Hopkinson had indeed Animal Friendly shirts and who's shop on Arch designed the American Flag Dear Editor, Population Control Fund, to urges every animal lover to Street was only a few blocks but was not entitled to com- The new "Animal Friendly" spay and neuter dogs and cats from the Storehouse on purchase this attractive license license plate is now on sale at of people receiving some Chestnut Street. According to pensation because "He was not plate. It tells others you are New Jersey DMV offices. This forms of public assistance, as this version of the history of the only person consulted," adorable plate was designed well as animals adopted from "Animal Friendly" while help- the flag, Washington visited and drew a high enough salary by syndicated "Mutts" car- humane societies, shelters, and Ross's shop with two represen- on the Continental Navy Board ing countless animals that toonist Patrick McDonnell, a municipal pounds.. The annual tatives from Congress and pre- would otherwise be unable to that additional compensation New Jersey native. renewal fee of ten dollars is sented Ross with a rough was not deemed necessary. Forty dollars from the sale also used for this purpose. find loving, permanent homes. drawing of how they wanted While Hopkinson was not paid of each license plate goes to Nina Austenberg the flag to be crafted. This is The Governor's Domestic for designing the United States the state's dedicated Animal said to have occurred in 1776, Companion Animal Council Chairperson prior to Adams resolution Flag, this conflict served to which formally adopted the confirm and document the fact style of the American Flag. that he had a role in the cre- There are some verifiable ation of the first flag. By TAe facts which support this ver- Both versions of the story by Peter Book sion of events. Records from exist in personal opinions and the State Navy Board of history books alike. We may Pennsylvania show that never know for sure which is Missing Memorial Elizabeth Ross was paid a sum the true telling of events. But of twelve shillings and two During my walks around annual Memorial Day Parade hearts and souls of the older pence for making ship's colors, one thing is for certain: regard- town I noticed that the plaque has been in front of this build- generation. May I remind or Navy flags. Most of the less of who originally designed honoring Albert Muska has ing. A brass marker of the U.S. Other details, however, were it, the American Flag will Hizzoner that the sacrifices, disappeared from its usual Coast and Geodetic Society is not substantiated by research. always stand not only as a spirit and hard work of the position on the front of the still embedded in the wall. It Searches into Washington's symbol of our great nation, but greatest generation (not mine writings, government records, new HPA Bank at the corner of notes that this point is 115 feet as a symbol of freedom, liber- but Tom Brokaw's designa- and other documents provided Hall Avenue and Amboy above mean sea level. This ty, and justice throughout the tion) made it possible for him no concrete evidence of the Avenue. make it the highest point in the world. People have given and and the present generation to visit to Ross's shop. Albert Muska gave his life city, except for the Shull will continue to give their lives enjoy life and freedom. I am Descendento of Ross published for this great nation and its School nearby. Perhaps it has "Evolution of the American in order to protect rights for ideals in North Africa in 1943. not been removed because not blaming Hizzoner for this Flag" in 1909, but some histo- which it stands. Stars and This plaque has been in place there is a penalty in doing so. removal, however as the Big rians disagree with the version stripes, in red, white and blue, for many years at what used to I hope this is not another Ross and most powerful guy in of events it describes. now more than ever, will An alternate telling of the be the Garficld lire House. one of Mayor Joseph Vas' town I respectfully urge him to always represent the many genesis of the United States This building itself dates from efforts in his quality of life use his influence in restoring blessings that God has flag ' credits Francis 1910. campaign to obliterate revered this memorial to its proper bestowed on this land. Hopkinson as the first designer > The reviewing stand for the historic landmarks dear to the place. )w*7,2002 Visit us online at www.new-Jcrsey.wi THE ATOM TABLOID G CITIZEN4AZETTL. 13 YOUR LOCAL NEWS Resident To Attend FDU Local Choir Mocot M National Competition Bomb Stare SOUTH AMBOY—South ferent campuses in northern PERTH AMBOY-Earlier Amboy resident Amber New Jersey, offering more this month, the Perth Amboy Witham will attend Fairleigh than 50 different associate and High School Choir participated Turns Out To Be Hoax Dickinson University's Coll- baccalaureate programs and in the Fiesta Val National Choir ege at Florham this fall. She is EDISON-A suspicious- road for about an hour. special accelerated programs. Competition. The choir compet- the daughter of Matthew ed against 12 other choirs from looking device sent the bomb Authorities said that the the University's College at Witham and Amy Gumprecht. across the nation. squad rushing to Edison last bomb unit removed the device Florham, located on the for- week, forcing a number of Oak Fairleigh Dickinson Uni- The mixed choir received a from the car at about 10 a.m., versity has two uniquely dif- mer Vanderbilt-Twombly es- third place trophy and an excel- Tree Road businesses to be tate in suburban Madison lent performance plaque. The evacuated. approximately two hours after (Morris County), offers under- chamber choir received a second On Thursday morning, June its discovery by the limousine graduate a classic experience place trophy and an excellent 6, an employee from Wilmer company employee. for the contemporary world in performance plaque. The gospel Limousine Service found a choir, male choir and treble choir Edison police are continu- a small college setting. Its suspicious device while he received 1st place and an excel- ing a criminal investigation in focus is on providing outstand- was cleaning a new-model lent performance plaque. The hopes of discovering who ing on-campus and residential gospel choir also received the black Lincoln Town Car. planted the fake bomb. living opportunities, hands-on champion trophy for the best per- The device, located in the learning experiences, strong formance of all the gospel choirs. trunk of the car, turned out to David Wilmer, owner of the graduate and professional Treble soloist Danielle be a bottle of water wrapped in limousine service, says that he school preparation, and cus- Eduardo received an outstanding duct tape with a ticking watch has no idea who placed the soloist trophy. Roberto attached. tomized educational options- device. He believes that it was all framed by a global perspec- Rodriguez directed the male Edison Mayor George choir. All other choirs were placed sometime between 9:30 tive. Spadoro said, "It looked like a under the direction of Richard D. bomb. It didn't look like a p.m. on June 5, when the car Witham will graduate from Johnson. The accompanist for prank. In this post-9/11 envi- was returned to the garage, and high school in June 2002 and the treble, mixed and chamber Afflbtr Witham ronment, people think the 5 a.m. on June 6. The driver plans to major in English. choir was Kristeen Marerro. worst-case scenario. We have who last used the car said the to take this very serious." trunk was empty. UcCreevey Announces $28 Million Police evacuated businesses and closed Oak Tree Road to Coincidentally, the North search for other devices, but Edison neighborhood lost for Reconstruction of Victory Bridge none were found. power for about an hour and a PERTH AMBOY- 2005. Overall, the State will Say re vi Me. All together, the The limousine company's half at about the same time of proximity to Air Products Inc., Demonstrating his commitment invest over $100 million in the three bridge repairs and the bomb scare. The power which stores highly pressur- to repairing New Jersey's aging reconstruction of the Victory improvements to Victory Circle failure was unrelated, caused bridges, Governor James E. ized and highly reactive oxy- Bndge. represent a $450 million invest- by downed wires on Green McGreevey announced last McGreevey noted that the ment fcy ,„ gen, police needed to evacuate weekthat the state will invest V,ctory Bridge project is jus. 30-40 businesses and close the Street in Iselin. $28 million in the reconstruc- one of three major bridge con- m tion of the Victory Bridge in struction projects ongoing or set "* to make roads safer Perth Amboy in the upcoming to begin over the Raritan River. "We have alrcady be*un fiscal year. The reconstruction of the Route investing approximately $450 Joined by Assemblyman John 9 Edison Bridge, which comple- million in this area alone to Wisniewski and Perth Amboy ments a new Route 9 span that replace and fix the Route 9 Mayor Joseph Vas, McGreevey was opened to traffic last year, is Edison Bridge, the Parkway's said the improvements to the 76 scheduled for completion in Driscoll Bridge, the Victory year old bridge would include 2004. Also, the construction of Bridge and t0 eliminate the replacing the moveable swing a new span next to the Garden VicU)ry cirde;, the Governor span with a 110 foot fixed-span State Parkway's Driscoll Bridge . , „.., structure, widening travel lanes , , , / , . * continued. 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THE GUARD AND RESERVE. expected to be complete in M ...THE ATOM TABLOID6 CITIZEN-GAZETTE Visit us online it www.ncw-Jer3cy.ws June M. 2002 YOUR HEALTH NEWS New Financial Guide Fer Parents Of Children With Disabilities And Other Special Needs AREA - - Caught up in (he have collaborated to create a This booklet is designed to ing task of looking forward and lings, and parents themselves. daily responsibilities of caring booklet titled. With Open Arms: help parents face the financial providing a lasting future for For more than 80 years, for a child with a disability, par- Embracing a Bright Financial challenges and look to opportu- their child," said James E. Easter Seals has been providing ents often push financial plan- Future for You and Your Child nities for planning for the years Williams, Jr. President and CEO services that help children and ning to the back burner. It can bo with Disabilities and Other ahead. 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It ty can seem overwhelming for a provides space for listing month- fiting more than one million pressing, but lapse can result in includes information on estate family. In addition to managing ly income, identifying expenses, individuals and their families someone else choosing that planning, finding the right the special daily needs of their comparing income and expenses each year through 450 centers child's future, should parents lawyer of knowledgeable finan- child, families are faced with and making appropriate adjust- nationwide. For more informa- become unable to oversee his or cial planner, wills, special trusts, medical bills and insurance ments. Parents are reminded that tion about Easter Seals or to her care. Easter Seals and the government benefits, savings statements waiting for their their savings plan is important locate an Easter Seals services National Endowment for Fi- options, insurance plans, and attention. This booklet can help for the entire family: the child site near you, visit www.easter- nancial Education® (NEFE®) other available resources. families unravel the often daunt- with a disability, his of her sib- seals.org. just for you — everybody's asth- • Pay attention to when asthma • Exercise regularly. Quick Tips On Living With Asthma ma is different. episodes happen to help deter- 5. Take control during asthma • Be sure you understand the mine what causes them. episodes when they happen: AREA — Nearly 15 million normal life. With your doctor and plan; if it is not clear, ask ques- • Take steps to avoid irritants « Do not try to ignore an asth- people in the United States have respiratory therapist's help, you tions. your lungs are sensitive to — that ma episode hoping it will just go asthma, a lung disease that affects can learn how to take good care of 2. Understand your medica- may mean giving away a pet, away. people of all ages and races. yourself and how to control your tions: avoiding smoky rooms, or staying • Stay calm and practice good Asthma episodes are triggered by asthma effectively. Here are a • Asthma treatment plans often indoors on smoggy days. breathing techniques — breathe in a variety of irritants, such as number of tips that can help you include several medications. • Consult your doctor or respi- slowly through your nose and heavy smoke, thick dust, or very live a more active life in spite of • Some medications offer quick ratory therapist for more informa- blow out through your mouth cold air. These and other "trig- having asthma: relief during asthma episodes. tion on common asthma triggers using the pursed-lip method (like gers" cause an asthmatic's air- I. Seek qualified medical • Some medications are and how to avoid them. you are trying to whistle). ways to constrict making it diflV attention: designed for long-term preventive 4. Maintain good general • Use the medications your cult, and sometimes impossible, • See a doctor and respiratory care. health: doctor prescribed to keep the to breathe. therapist who are weJl informed • Make sure you know which • Your body works most effi- episode from becoming any There's no cure for aslhma, but about asthma and the newest one to reach for in an emergency. ciently when in good condition. worse; it it does not work, contact if you have the disease, it should- treatments. 3. Avoid your asthma triggers: • Eat healthy foods. your doctor or a local emergency n't stop you from leading a hill, • Get a treatment plan designed • Drink plenty of fluids. clinic immediately. June Is National Sclerodernta Awareness Month Study On Adolescent Migraines AREA — June is National deal in terms of severity. For a few ma in the TnState area. As part of Scleroderma Awareness Month. individuals it is merely a nuisance; its three-fold mission of support, EDISON—From deafening ble to participate in the study. Scleroderma is a chronic, often for others it is a life-threatening education, and research, the music to the pressures of school The New Jersey Neuroscience progressive autoimmune disease illness. For most, it is a disease Scleroderma Foundation/Tri-State to eyes train caused by Institute at JFK Medical Center in which the body's immune sys- that affects how they live their Chapter, the National Scleroderma videogames, teenagers today is a comprehensive facility tem attacks its own tissues. The daily lives. Although medicines Foundation, and other Sclero- have many stimulants that may designed exclusively for the disease, which literally means can sometimes help treat symp- derma Foundation regional chap- cause headaches, but migraine diagnosis, treatment and research "hard skin," can cause thickening toms, there is no cure yet for scle- ters fund $1 million in new headaches are the worst and can of complex neurological disor- and tightening of the skin. In some roderma. research each year, to find the make teenagers feel miserable. ders in adults and children. cases, it causes serious damage to The Scleroderma Foundation cause and cure of scleroderma. That's why the New Jersey Services offered at the Institute internal organs including the /Tri-State Chapter, headquartered Scleroderma Foundation/Tri-State Neuroscience Institute at JFK include programs in spine and lungs, heart, kidneys, esophagus, in Teaneck, NJ, is a 501 (c)3 non- Chapter Website: www.scleroder- Medical Center in Edison is con- brain tumors, dizziness and bal- and gastrointestinal (Gl) tract. profit organization serving the ma .org/chapter/tristate. Toll-free ducting a clinical research study ance disorders, epilepsy, cerebral Scleroderma can vary a great interests of persons with scleroder- number: 800-K67-0885. of a marketing drug for adoles- palsy, stroke and movement dis- cents who suffer from migraine orders and a comprehensive headaches. 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THE ATOM TABLOID 6 CITIZEN-GAZETTE Visit us online at www.new-Jersey.ws )»ne II2002 YOUR COUNTY NEWS Financing Your Business Local Residents Graduate MIDDLESEX COUNTY The sponsors of the program group will explain SBA loan and A free business counseling and are the U.S. Small business counseling programs. From Bloomfield College loan workshop for area small business Administration SBA lenders will also be avail- MIDDLESEX COUNTY Pantoja; and Executive Director business owners and start-up (SBA). Mercer/Middlesex Hamilton Ochia of Avenel, of the Rose Center of the Hayden companies will be held on able to discuss and review loan Small Business Development Lorcn A. llerka and. James Planetarium, Dr. Neil de Grasse Friday, June 7 from 9 a.m. 12 Center. Greater Newark applications with small business A.Newton, both of Edison, have Tyson. noon at the Middlesex Small Business Development Consort- owners and start-up companies. participated in Bloomfield Founded in 1868 as a Business Development Center ium, Service Corps of Retired To register, call the College's 129th Commencement Presbyterian seminary, Bloom- at the Food Manufacturing Executives and the New Jersey exercises on May 23 and field College has renewed itself Technology Facility located at Mercer/Middlesex Small Statewide Minority Business received their bachelor's to meet the changing needs of 120 New England Avenue, Pis- Business Development Center Development Center. degrees. A total of 240 students the community. The College has cataway. Representatives from each at (732) 445-6134. participated in the ceremony in earned national recognition for which the independent, four- its innovative, high quality aca- if. Peter's College Holds 111th Commencement year, co-educational institution demic and co-curricular pro- AREA—St. Peter's College Colleen James of Perth Amboy, Jackson is best known for his conferred Bachelor of Arts and grams and for its commitment to Bachelor of Science degrees. held its 111th Commencement received a Bachelor of Science editorship of the 1,373-page serve students from all back- on May 19 at the PNC Bank Arts degree; Yenifer Lam of Sewaren, Encyclopedia of New York City Honorary doctorates were grounds, particularly those who have traditionally been excluded Center, Holmdel, for more than received a Bachelor of Science and his presidency of the New awarded to former Chairman and CEO of Kings Super Markets, from higher education. Its mis- 800 full-time, part-time, evening degree; Corey Calvin Lowery of York Historical Society. Allen I. Bildner; philanthropist sion is to prepare students to and graduate students. Perth Amboy, received a Masters St. Peter's College is the and President of SME Co., Joan attain academic, personal and Several area residents in Education degree; Russell V. Jesuit College of New Jersey. Lebson Bildner; founder of professional excellence in a mul- received degrees: Yap of Colonia, received a Founded in 1872, St. Peter's has Aspira, Inc., Dr. Antonia ticultural and global society. Luis J. Crespo of Perth Bachelor of Science degree and an enrollment of more than 3,000 Amboy, received a Bachelor of Michael E. Keller of South students in undergraduate and Science degree; Jeffrey A. Ebner Amboy, received a Bachelor of graduate programs. The main letal Physkian Homed Sports II of Perth Amboy, received a Science degree. campus is located in Jersey City Bachelor of Science degree; The graduating class heard and a branch campus, specializ- Chiropractor Of The Year Charles James Fair of from Commencement Speaker ing in adult education, is located MIDDLESEX COUNTY — ous organizations and events, Woodbridge, received a Masters Dr. Kenneth T. Jackson, the in Englewood Cliffs. St. Peter's Old Bridge physician and including the U.S. National in Education degree; Charles R. Jacques Barzun Professor of also offers classes in downtown Manalapan resident Ira Shapiro, Collegiate Tae Kwon Do Ford Qf Woodbridge, received a History and the Social Sciences Jersey City near the waterfront DC, DACBSP, was honored with Championships, the Professional Masters in Education degree, at Columbia University. Dr. financial district. the 2002 New Jersey Bowlers Association, the Chiropractic Society Sports Professional Rod-eo Cowboys Council's Sports Chiropractor of Association, the Ironman wmsmammr the Year Award at the organiza- Triathlon World Championships tion's recent Olympic Sports and the Garden State Kick IN CONJUNCTION WITH Chiropractic Symposium. Boxing Championships. MAYOR'S SUMMER James E. McGreevey, Shapiro, who is past president Governor of the State of New of the New Jersey Chiropractic CONCERT SERIES Jersey, recognized the honor by Society's Sports Council, also A series of free Monday evening summer concerts presenting Shapiro with a procla- has considerable experience with mation for "his inspiration and work-related injuries, including July 1 Plotters encouragement to the countless back and neck problems. He is July S Duprees individuals whose lives he has on the Board of Directors of the July 15 Infernos touched." Old Bridge Mayor American Chiropractic Board of Barbara Cannon also presented Sports Physicians, and is a mem- July 22 Johnny Maestro & The Brooklyn Bridge him with a proclamation. ber of numerous other profes- July 29 Tribute to Sinatra Shapiro, who has 19 years of sional organizations, including featuring "Nice N' Easy Orchestra" practice experience specializing the American Chiropractic in sports injuries, is the Director Association Council on Sports August 5 Little Anthony & The Imperials of Plaza Chiropractic Center in Injury, International Chiropractic August 12 Shangri-Las Old Bridge. He served as a treat- Pediatrics Association and ing chiropractor at the 2002 American College of Sports August 19 Brooklyn Reunion Show Winter Olympic Games in Salt Medicine. featuring Classics, Passions & Mystics Lake City, the 1996 Summer Shapiro is a Board Certified August 26 Party Dolls Olympic Games in Atlanta, and Diplomate of the American at the U.S. Olympic Committee's Chiropractic Board of Sports AN concerts will begin at 7:30p.m on the grass Fields behind Woodbridge High School. Refreshments will be Training Center in Colorado Physicians, a certified personal available at the new Food Court Entertainment begins with a DJ at 6p.m. Feel free to set up blankets and lawn chairs after 4p.m. Please Bring fl Non-Perishable Food Ham for the Woodbridge Food Bank Committee and Springs. Shapiro has been an fitness trainer and a certified Rmcaiva a Chance to Win a Panasonic 25" Color TV for Even/ Item You Donate. In the event of inclement attending physician for numer- emergency medical technician. weather, call 602-6045 after 5:30p.m. Not paid for at taxpayers' expense. Funded entirely by corporate contributions to "Woodbridge MusicWorks 2002" •uiln«fi TOWNSHIP QF WOODBRIDGE Pimmm Flytri • Mayor Frank G. Pelzman Vinyl ilfm • Magnetic tlfiii • CONCERT SERIES TOWNSHIP COUNCIL COUNCIL MEMBERS PRODUCED Tblak tf kiUy Strvlcti wbn y«i Sandy Bent James Carroll Brenda Yori Velasco ltd ii irf fir itwipiptr tr M|iilif. John Eberhardt President Rick Dalina Caroline Ehrlich Director of Recreation Charles Kenny Bob Luban Patricia Osborne SEBU1CES Kevin Wertz Vice President 'A buiirmt without an Ad, it an odmtitmnent for no butineul' Tel: (732) 680-1963 e-mail: [email protected] June M. 2002 VlJlt us online it www.new-|«scy.ws THE ATOM TABLOID 6 CITIZEN-GAZETTE... 17 YOUR COUNTY NEWS New Report Details Real Funding Workshop Offered Cost Of Living In New Jersey MIDDLESEX COUNTY financial success. The work- register via fax at (732) 745- — Middlesex County Cultural shop is presented by Pat 4524, or e-mail infof^culture- MIDDLESEX COUNTY The Self-Sufficiency Stan- and Heritage Commission Bohse, Management Consult- heritage.org. Those with hear- — To make it out of poverty, a dard for New Jersey describes presents Money: How to Find ant of Bohse and Associates. ing disabilities may call (732) single parent with one pre- the amount of money that a It and Ask for it, a workshop The workshop topics will schooler and one school-age 745-3XR8(TTY)or71! via the family requires to meet its on locating and obtaining include information on re- child in Middlesex County, New Jersey Relay Service. To basic needs at an adequate funding at the Middlesex searching potential corporate must earn a minimum of arrange for a sign language level, without public or private County Administration and non-profit Hinders, locat- $42,916 per year, without gov- interpreter contact the Com- subsidies; in effect, it identi- Building in New Brunswick ing and contacting flinders, ernment or private support. fies what can be considered on Tuesday, June 18 at 7 p.m. using the internet as a mission at least two weeks in The same family would need The workshop is designed for resource, presenting your advance. The Administration to earn $34,898 in Camden the true cost of living in the staff, board and volunteer organization and mission, and building and the Ireeholder County, $36,620 in Atlantic state. Pearce's methodology members of arts, history and the elements of a successful County, $39,679 in Bergen produces standards for 70 dif- Meeting Room arc fully acces- proposal. County and $46,641 in Mon- ferent family types (from zero cultural organizations, not-for- sible and an assistivc listening mouth County. to three children, of four dif- profit community groups and This program is offered free system will be available. government agencies that pro- of charge, however registra- These and other figures ferent ages and for one or two This program is made pos- duce arts and cultural pro- tion is required. To register revealing the real cost of living adults), for each county in the sible in part by funds from the in New Jersey are in a report state. This data, along with the gramming. contact Niquole Primiani, Arts Services/Grants Coordinator, New Jersey State Council on released recently by Legal written analysis included in Money: How to Find It and Ask for It will empower or Isha Vyas, History Ser- the Arts/Department of State, a Services of New Jersey the final report, is intended to organizations with the knowl- vices/Grants Coordinator at partner Agency of the National (LSNJ), entitled, "The Real provide a tool for planning and edge necessary to achieve (732) 745-4489. You may also Endowment for the Arts. Cost of Living in 2002: The evaluating a wide range of Self-SufTiciency Standard for programs and policies affect- New Jersey." The report, writ- ing lower-income people. ten by Dr. Diana Pearce of the University of Washington and Comparing the Self-Suf- Jennifer Brooks of Wider ficiency Standard to other Opportunities for Women benchmarks reveals a huge (WOW), is based on a new disparity between the true cost study updating the results of a of living and measures tradi- study conducted in 1999. tionally used as poverty Pearce originated and devel- thresholds. The report's fig- oped the Self-Sufficiency ures for Middlesex County Standard, which has now been (for the family of three completed for 23 states. described above) are as fol- "Unfortunately, many fami- lows: Self-Sufficiency Stan- lies do not earn self-sufficien- dard: $42,916; Federal Pov- cy wages, particularly if they erty Level $15,020 (35 percent have recently entered the of the Standard); Full-time workforce," said Pearce. minimum wage $14,504 (34 "They cannot afford their percent of the Standard); and housing and food and child Welfare & Food Stamps care, much less their other $9,360 (22 percent of the basic needs, forcing them to Standard). make painful choices between HONOR SOCIETY INDUCTEE—Three Middlesex County College students were inducted into the college's chap- necessities, or to accept sub- The Standard is just 55 per- ter of Lambda Epsilon Chi, the national honor society in Paralegal/Legal Assistant Studies in May Pictured standard or inadequate child cent of the median income in from (L.-R.)are Ronald Goldfarb, dean of Business, Computer Science and Engineering Technology; inductee Jo Ann Lesko (Old Bridge), curriculum coordinator Dr. Jean Volke; and Professor Richard Ellison, chair of the care, insufficient food or sub- Middlesex County, which is Department of Accounting and Legal Studies. standard housing." $78,300. 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