Colonel Jeff Cantor has served as a Marlboro Town Councilman since 2004. He has over 30 years of proven leadership experience with executive responsibility of organizations ranging from 12 to 3500 personnel and he is now running for Monmouth County Sheriff. He has served, as a high-level adviser and leader in political-military decision making in multi-national environments, in the United States, Europe and deployed to Afghanistan & Iraq. He has worked with various governments to enhance their civil-military operational capacity and has responded to natural & man-made disasters and provided humanitarian assistance around the world.
If you haven't seen it yet, here is Jeff Cantor's campaign TV spot that has been running on various local cable channels.
And here is Jeff Cantor's campaign radio spot if you haven't heard over the airwaves recently.
Showing posts with label Marlboro NJ. Show all posts
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Tuesday, October 25, 2016
Saturday, July 23, 2016
Pallone Champions Bipartisan Legislation to Address Opioid Epidemic at Treatment Center in Marlboro
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 22, 2016
Calls for Real Dollars to Combat Epidemic
In New Jersey, more than 184,000 individuals have been admitted to substance abuse treatment facilities for heroin or opioid abuse since 2010 and more than 5,000 have died from heroin-related deaths since 2004.
“We have a responsibility to the individuals, families, and communities that are being shattered by opioid addiction to do everything within our power to combat the current crisis,” said Pallone. “While I would have liked to see more in terms of a real investment in our public health infrastructure to deal with the complexity of addiction, and in addiction treatment centers like New Hope, I believe that this opioid package takes us several steps forward.”
While the legislation is an important first step, the Congressman also called for funding to fight the epidemic and empowering states with the resources to provide adequate treatment. He has introduced legislation that would commit $500 million annually to help individuals at all stages of crisis, specifically those suffering from prescription opioid and heroin dependence.
New Hope is a treatment center that serves those impacted by substance abuse, providing a range of counseling and clinical services across seven residential, transitional and outpatient facilities throughout Central New Jersey.
Among the services available at the facility, New Hope provides medication-assisted treatment. Throughout debate on the legislation, Pallone advocated for an expansion in access to this evidence based strategy to combat addiction and the final legislation allows nurse practitioners and physician assistants to treat individuals with opioid use disorders with buprenorphine and authorizes grant programs to support states’ efforts to expand access to overdose-reversing drugs like naloxone and MAT programs within the criminal justice system. The legislation also takes an important step of reauthorizing the National All-Schedules Prescription Electronic Reporting Act—known as NASPER—that has allowed states like New Jersey to track opioid prescriptions and prevent abuse and diversion.
The legislation clarifies that a doctor or patient may request that prescriptions for opioid painkillers be partially filled. This will reduce the number of unused pills in circulation, which will reduce the risk of misuse, diversion and overdose. Pallone discussed the importance of the partial pill legislation at Boyt Drugs in Metuchen in April.
Tuesday, February 23, 2016
Pallone Congratulates Marlboro Student on Winning Congressional App Challenge
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 22, 2016
Emphasizes Importance of Learning Computer Science for High School Students
ENGLISHTOWN, NJ – Today, Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06), who serves as the Ranking Member of the Energy and Commerce Committee, visited Manalapan High School to congratulate Ariel Rakovitsky, winner of the 2015 Congressional App Challenge for high school students in New Jersey’s 6th District. Pallone presented Rakovitsky, a sophomore at Manalapan High School, with a Congressional certificate of Excellence and played the short video that Rakovitsky created for his submission. Pallone also met with Manalapan High School students to discuss the annual competition and the importance of computer science.
Rakovitsky, who lives in Marlboro, NJ, was named the winner for his app “Students,” a crowdfunding platform for education institutions. As a winning app in the contest, Rakovitsky’s “Students” will be displayed on the Congressional App Challenge website and on a digital display in the Capitol Building for the next year.
The Congressional App Challenge is an annual competition intended to highlight the value of computer science and STEM education by encouraging high school students to learn how to code through the creation of their own apps. Entries to the competition in New Jersey’s 6th District were assessed by a panel of local experts on several criteria, including the demonstrated knowledge of coding and programing skills, as well as the quality and implementation of their ideas.
Pallone added, “As the Ranking Member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, I have seen how innovative technology is creating new industries and opportunities for countless Americans. We must continue to make investments in STEM education in New Jersey to ensure the next generation has the skills and tools needed to keep the United States as the world’s top innovator for years to come.”
Tuesday, March 10, 2015
Jersey Shore Insider: Monmouth GOP Leaders Display Racist Posts On Social Media; When Will They Learn??
The blog Jersey Shore Insider created quite a stir the other day when it reported on a pair of
Monmouth County GOP members, Union Beach Mayor Paul Smith and Marlboro Board of Education Vice President Victoria Dean, who's husband is Marlboro GOP Municipal Chair Chris Dean, posted rather questionable and to some, offensive racist material to their Facebook pages.
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Union Beach's Smith and Marlboro's Dean each had posted and or "liked" racists and offensive anti-President Obama on their Facebook pages; Smith an insulting meme calling President Obama “A Communist, a Muslim, and an Illegal Alien.” and Dean "who displayed and “liked” a post on her Facebook page stating “America isn’t America anymore! It’s run by foreigners including this RAG HEAD PRESIDENT!”, according to the Jersey Shore Insider.
This little story by the Insider has been made even bigger today by the fact that the Asbury Park Press picked up on it last night and has posted an article dressing it.
In light of the recent Facebook flap created by Stafford Township Mayor John Spodofora, who launched a police probe against a critic who questioned his military service you would think that public officials would be a little more careful about what the post or have others post on their Facebook pages.
This story also brings to mind Middletown's own Facebook controversy that I posted about last September concerning Tony Fiore, who was seeking reelection to the Township Committee. If you remember Fiore had an offensive anti-woman meme posted to his Facebook account on which he "liked' and commented on.
Fiore tried to deny that the post existed but later admitted it on social media before deleting it and turning his personal Facebook setting to "private" so that his posts couldn't bee seen by those that weren't his "friends".
Monmouth County GOP members, Union Beach Mayor Paul Smith and Marlboro Board of Education Vice President Victoria Dean, who's husband is Marlboro GOP Municipal Chair Chris Dean, posted rather questionable and to some, offensive racist material to their Facebook pages.
This little story by the Insider has been made even bigger today by the fact that the Asbury Park Press picked up on it last night and has posted an article dressing it.
In light of the recent Facebook flap created by Stafford Township Mayor John Spodofora, who launched a police probe against a critic who questioned his military service you would think that public officials would be a little more careful about what the post or have others post on their Facebook pages.
Fiore tried to deny that the post existed but later admitted it on social media before deleting it and turning his personal Facebook setting to "private" so that his posts couldn't bee seen by those that weren't his "friends".
Tuesday, May 6, 2014
Chairman Gopal Announces The Passing Of Three Prominent Monmouth County Democrats
It is with deep sadness and regret that I write to inform you of the passing of three of the strongest supporters of the Monmouth County Democrats. In the past two weeks we have lost Former Bradley Beach Mayor Julie Schreck, Former Atlantic Highlands Committeeman Joseph Hawley, and prominent Democrat Stanley Bauman of Marlboro.
Not only was Julie Schreck the first female mayor in Bradley Beach history, but she was also a loving wife and mother. After a brave battle with cancer, she passed away early Sunday night. Julie had been elected mayor in 2008 at the young age of 45. Current Bradley Beach Mayor Gary Engelstad stated that "Julie Schreck was one of the smartest individuals I have ever had the opportunity to work with. Her comprehensive grasp of every nuance of every issue was beyond impressive. I learned a great deal from her and always appreciated her guidance." Funeral arrangements have yet to be announced.
Former Atlantic Highlands Democratic Committeeman Joseph Hawley passed away May 1st after a long battle with an illness. Coming from a prominent local family, Mr. Hawley dedicated his life to public service. Not only was he extremely active in the Democratic party, but he was extraordinarily philanthropic, spending his free time raising money for various charities or caring for homeless or injured animals. Known as the “unofficial mayor” of Atlantic Highlands, Mr. Hawley was incredibly loyal and dedicated to the borough. Visitations were held from 1 to 3 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. May 6 at the John P. Condon Funeral Home in Leonardo. A Funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 7 at St. Agnes Church in Atlantic Highlands. The cremation services will be private. In lieu of flowers the family asked that mourners instead opt to make memorial donations to the Genevieve M. Hawley Memorial Foundation, c/o Saranne Weimer, 34 E. Lincoln Ave., Atlantic Highlands, NJ 07716.
Prominent Democrat and strong supporter Stanley Bauman passed away April 22nd at Kimball Medical Center in Lakewood, NJ. Originally from New York, he moved to Marlboro 46 years ago and has been extremely active in the community ever since. Services were held on Thursday, April 24, 2014 at Bloomfield-Cooper Jewish Chapels, Manalapan. Interment followed at Mount Sinai Cemetery in Marlboro.
Best Wishes,
Vin Gopal, Chairman
Monmouth County Democrats
Friday, December 21, 2012
Armed Guards To Patrol The Hallways of Marlboro Schools
According to an article posted on the Marlboro-Colts Neck Patch and being touted by Marlboro Mayor Johathan Hornik on his Facebook page, once school resumes after the Christmas holiday there will be armed guards patrolling the hallways of Marlboro schools.
I don't live in Marlboro but if I did, I wouldn't happy about this.
I think it is an over reaction to the tragic event that took place last Friday at the Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, CT. The odds of something like happening to the children of Marlboro is very very slim. They would have a better chance of dying in a car crash or plane accident, being struck by lighting (twice) or winning the lotto than they would dying in school, as a result of a deranged shooter.
That being said, if this is something that the residents of Marlboro really want and think it is the only way to keep their kids safe and sound while away from home, that's fine and well, that is their choice and I can not disagree with it. But let's be honest, this is an over reaction to the Sandy Hook School shooting.
Who will be paying for all the policemen standing guard in the schools while they should be out patrolling the community? Will new police officers now need to be hired by the township or will the BOE need to hire a private security firm? Schools shouldn't have to be "locked down" with armed guards in order to become secure, they need proper protocol and training of staff who will be able to deal with this type of situation.
And what will it say about the learning environment in the schools? Will children feel intimidated by the armed guards or more secure? Will it lead to better test scores and grades or lower grades due to the fear and anxiety created by the armed police officers in the schools? - It's just something to think about.
If this what Marlboro feels is necessary to protect its children than so be it. I disagree and would be against it if Middletown tried to implement the same. I would rather spend my tax dollars in the classroom, on learning rather than on armed guards patrolling the hallways waiting for an event that may never, ever happen.
I don't live in Marlboro but if I did, I wouldn't happy about this.
I think it is an over reaction to the tragic event that took place last Friday at the Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, CT. The odds of something like happening to the children of Marlboro is very very slim. They would have a better chance of dying in a car crash or plane accident, being struck by lighting (twice) or winning the lotto than they would dying in school, as a result of a deranged shooter.
That being said, if this is something that the residents of Marlboro really want and think it is the only way to keep their kids safe and sound while away from home, that's fine and well, that is their choice and I can not disagree with it. But let's be honest, this is an over reaction to the Sandy Hook School shooting.
Who will be paying for all the policemen standing guard in the schools while they should be out patrolling the community? Will new police officers now need to be hired by the township or will the BOE need to hire a private security firm? Schools shouldn't have to be "locked down" with armed guards in order to become secure, they need proper protocol and training of staff who will be able to deal with this type of situation.
And what will it say about the learning environment in the schools? Will children feel intimidated by the armed guards or more secure? Will it lead to better test scores and grades or lower grades due to the fear and anxiety created by the armed police officers in the schools? - It's just something to think about.
If this what Marlboro feels is necessary to protect its children than so be it. I disagree and would be against it if Middletown tried to implement the same. I would rather spend my tax dollars in the classroom, on learning rather than on armed guards patrolling the hallways waiting for an event that may never, ever happen.
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
Congressman Pallone to Discuss Affordable Care Act with Seniors at Greenbriar Senior Community
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Marlboro, NJ—Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06), Senior Democrat on the House Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee and one of the principal authors of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, will visit Greenbriar Senior Community in Marlboro, NJ on Thursday, March 15 at 10:00 a.m. to mark the upcoming second anniversary of the health reform law and highlight the benefits and savings the law provides seniors.
The U.S. Supreme Court will begin three days of Affordable Care Act oral arguments on March 26. Pallone will discus how New Jersey’s seniors have benefited form the Affordable Care Act and what is at stake if the law is struck down by the Supreme Court. Thanks to the law, seniors now receive a 50% discount on prescription drugs when they fall into the Medicare Part D ‘donut hole’ coverage gap. In New Jersey, seniors on Medicare saved more than $95 million on prescription drugs in 2011. And, almost a million New Jersey seniors have taken advantage of the free preventative health services now covered under Medicare, such as colonoscopies and mammograms.
Congressman Pallone will also discuss other issues of concern to seniors such as Social Security and the economy.
Marlboro, NJ—Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06), Senior Democrat on the House Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee and one of the principal authors of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, will visit Greenbriar Senior Community in Marlboro, NJ on Thursday, March 15 at 10:00 a.m. to mark the upcoming second anniversary of the health reform law and highlight the benefits and savings the law provides seniors.
The U.S. Supreme Court will begin three days of Affordable Care Act oral arguments on March 26. Pallone will discus how New Jersey’s seniors have benefited form the Affordable Care Act and what is at stake if the law is struck down by the Supreme Court. Thanks to the law, seniors now receive a 50% discount on prescription drugs when they fall into the Medicare Part D ‘donut hole’ coverage gap. In New Jersey, seniors on Medicare saved more than $95 million on prescription drugs in 2011. And, almost a million New Jersey seniors have taken advantage of the free preventative health services now covered under Medicare, such as colonoscopies and mammograms.
Congressman Pallone will also discuss other issues of concern to seniors such as Social Security and the economy.
Monday, January 23, 2012
Senator Buono Letter to the Editor - Cervical Cancer Month
There were no flashing lights or red flags that let 4,000 women across this country know that cervical cancer was coming.
Most of these women – mothers, sisters, daughters, and aunts – felt no pain and lived normally unaware of the disease that in a matter of time would take their lives.
Most of these women – the majority of whom were under the age of 65 – are survived by friends and family, neighbors and co-workers who loved them and miss their presence daily.
All of these women – casualties of an illness that is 100 percent preventable – should still be here today.
Although the ubiquitous pink ribbons we all see each October may be more prevalent than the teal and white emblems symbolizing cervical cancer awareness in January, we cannot ignore the fact that each year 12,000 women in the United States receive a life-changing diagnosis that they have the disease.
More than ever before, we have the resources to ensure that cervical cancer becomes a thing of the past. In addition to regular Pap smears that can lead to early detection and treatment of the disease, young women under the age of 26 may receive a vaccine against the human papillomavirus, or HPV, the most common cause of cervical cancer. Federal health care reform provisions effective this August will make these services more affordable and thus more accessible. It is critically important – and potentially life-saving – that every young woman meets with her doctor to discuss these preventative measures.
In the state of New Jersey, this is an important time to think about just how crucial funding for women’s health centers really is. When Governor Christie cut $7.5 million of this support from the budget, he denied many women access to the examinations and care that help prevent and treat diseases that most affect them, including cervical cancer. As a husband and the father of two beautiful young daughters, one would expect that the governor would acknowledge the gravity of this funding.
Just last year, a young woman from Marlboro, through strength and faith, was able to overcome cervical cancer. But her road to being cancer-free was not an easy one. After starting her first full-time job, she went to the doctor for the first time in three years, a practice that had become irregular due to her lack of health insurance after graduating from college. Shortly after that visit, she was diagnosed with cervical cancer. She did not feel sick. She did not look sick. But it took a decade of chemotherapy, radiation, and a hysterectomy - which left her infertile – for her to make a full recovery.
She is just 35.
This is not a matter of our principles and personal beliefs; it’s about memorializing the 4,000 women who died last year and honoring the young woman from Marlboro and other survivors by making sure that we learn, act, and move forward.
Sincerely,
Senator Barbara Buono
18th Legislative District
Most of these women – mothers, sisters, daughters, and aunts – felt no pain and lived normally unaware of the disease that in a matter of time would take their lives.
Most of these women – the majority of whom were under the age of 65 – are survived by friends and family, neighbors and co-workers who loved them and miss their presence daily.
All of these women – casualties of an illness that is 100 percent preventable – should still be here today.
Although the ubiquitous pink ribbons we all see each October may be more prevalent than the teal and white emblems symbolizing cervical cancer awareness in January, we cannot ignore the fact that each year 12,000 women in the United States receive a life-changing diagnosis that they have the disease.
More than ever before, we have the resources to ensure that cervical cancer becomes a thing of the past. In addition to regular Pap smears that can lead to early detection and treatment of the disease, young women under the age of 26 may receive a vaccine against the human papillomavirus, or HPV, the most common cause of cervical cancer. Federal health care reform provisions effective this August will make these services more affordable and thus more accessible. It is critically important – and potentially life-saving – that every young woman meets with her doctor to discuss these preventative measures.
In the state of New Jersey, this is an important time to think about just how crucial funding for women’s health centers really is. When Governor Christie cut $7.5 million of this support from the budget, he denied many women access to the examinations and care that help prevent and treat diseases that most affect them, including cervical cancer. As a husband and the father of two beautiful young daughters, one would expect that the governor would acknowledge the gravity of this funding.
Just last year, a young woman from Marlboro, through strength and faith, was able to overcome cervical cancer. But her road to being cancer-free was not an easy one. After starting her first full-time job, she went to the doctor for the first time in three years, a practice that had become irregular due to her lack of health insurance after graduating from college. Shortly after that visit, she was diagnosed with cervical cancer. She did not feel sick. She did not look sick. But it took a decade of chemotherapy, radiation, and a hysterectomy - which left her infertile – for her to make a full recovery.
She is just 35.
This is not a matter of our principles and personal beliefs; it’s about memorializing the 4,000 women who died last year and honoring the young woman from Marlboro and other survivors by making sure that we learn, act, and move forward.
Sincerely,
Senator Barbara Buono
18th Legislative District
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