Westfield Council Hears Appeal by Cranford on UCC Complex by DOMINIC A

Ad Populos, Non Aditus, Pervenimus Published Every Thursday Since September 3, 1890 (908) 232-4407 USPS 680020 Thursday, June 19, 2014 OUR 124th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 25-2014 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] SEVENTY FIVE CENTS Westfield Council Hears Appeal By Cranford on UCC Complex By DOMINIC A. LAGANO ing on April 1, but no action was Union County Neighbors United, a Specially Written for The Westfield Leader taken at that time as the project was grassroots organization formed to WESTFIELD — At its regular indefinitely postponed by UCC ad- oppose the complex, the UCC has public meeting Tuesday evening, ministration two weeks later due to begun to consider those plans again. several members of the public peti- public opposition and concerns According to UCC’s website, its tioned the Westfield Town Council from the Union County Freeholder board of trustees and board of gov- to consider a resolution opposing Board. ernors have scheduled a meeting the construction of a sports field Critics stated that environmental this week, with one of the topics complex on the Cranford campus concerns, additional noise pollu- being “Athletic Field Options.” of Union County College (UCC). tion and lack of sufficient parking Former mayor and current Cran- The proposed sports complex would in the area made the project unde- ford Township Committee member be located adjacent to Colby Lane sirable. The plan called for the de- Tom Hannen, Jr. asked for in Cranford and Gallows Hill Road struction of approximately 700 Westfield’s support in opposing on the border of Cranford and mature trees, the loss of which op- construction of the sports complex. Westfield. ponents believed would exacerbate “I’m here tonight to implore you to This issue previously was ad- flooding in the area. consider adopting a resolution sup- dressed during the council’s meet- According to members of the porting Cranford’s resolution opposing this field…it is Cranford’s contention that this project will significantly add to the flooding concerns that we already experience in Cranford,” Mr. Hannen said. “I’m here tonight looking for your help. Please join us in our resolution so that we can continue to protect our residents in Cranford.” In other news, the council hon- Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader ored members of the Westfield High UNDER WATER...High Street in Cranford, next to the new Riverfront at Cranford Station development, floods after heavy School boys’ and girls’ swim teams rain on Friday night. for their recent achievements. The boys’ swim team won the NJSIAA Public A State Champion- ship on February 23 for the 25th Mountainside Council time in school history, a state record. Team members Charlie Baldwin, Rob Ball, Aram Barmakian, Nick Cannone, Joseph Chen, Kevin Honors Young Residents Clauss, Aedan Collins, Gavin By KATE BROWNE and sophomores at Governor perform songs containing substance Conlon, Stefan Crigler, Ryan Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Livingston High School in Berkeley abuse prevention messages. The origi- Daniel, Jack Edmonson, Lucas Fan, MOUNTAINSIDE — Live music Heights who recently participated in nal compositions are posted on the Jack Fico, Sean Gallagher, Sam and happy chatter filled the Council the New Jersey Shouts Down Drugs Internet for public voting; this year Fred Rossi for The Westfield Leader WORLD CUP FEVER...Several restaurants are taking part in a weeks-long Hays, Chris Hoerrner, Stephen Chambers at Tuesday’s meeting of Challenge. The Challenge is a state- more than 15,000 people voted and World Cup viewing party being held under a 4,000-square-foot tent set up in Husch, Austin Kreusser, Tyler the borough council, where the gov- wide competition which challenges the four students moved on to the downtown Scotch Plains next to the Darby Road Public House and Restaurant. Lessner, David Lindros, John erning body issued proclamations high-school students to compose and CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Lindros, Jesse Liu, Jake Maher, recognizing the accomplishments of Luke McGrory, Ben Meltzer, dozens of the community’s young WF BOE to Sell $10.1 Mil. Michael Mizus, Evan Moore, Sean people. Panel Making Little Progress Moore, Griffin Morgan, Dan Myers, The meeting began with two live Will Murtishaw, Alec Penn, Tho- musical performances by Kylie In Bonds for New Roofs mas Pyle, Jack Rose, Noah Styles, Meltzer, Ryan Hernandez, Kate On SP-FW Merger Study By DELL SIMEONE for a 10-year payback period rather Hermes Suen, Blake Taylor, Mark Parker and Teddy Cole. The four By DELL SIMEONE two towns. But what was evident at Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Specially Written for The Westfield Leader than 15 years. According to school CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 musicians are Mountainside residents the meeting is that no information WESTFIELD –The board of edu- officials, that will result in an addi- SCOTCH PLAINS – The Fan- has been disseminated to the public cation, on Tuesday evening, passed tional $336,000 over the life of the wood-Scotch Plains Consolidation and no specific strategy has been a bond resolution, codified the ac- bonds. Last summer, a previous County Announces Changes Commission met last Wednesday launched as of yet. cepted uses of personal computer bond sale took place in the amount evening at the board of education The commission was approved a practices of both students and fac- of $6.9 million. offices at the Evergreen Administra- year ago by the Local Finance Board ulty, and honored the boys lacrosse In other business, the board voted At Detention Ctr. After Arrest tion Building, at which time mem- of the New Jersey Department of team, which won the Group IV on highly codified standards of ac- By PAUL J. PEYTON while maintaining the safety of our bers discussed ways of getting their Community Affairs. Usually, Eugene North State Championship, and ceptable practice for the district Specially Written for The Westfield Leader community as a whole,” Mr. Faella mission statement out to the public. McCarthy, of the Local Finance various other student scholars and computer network, personal elec- COUNTY — The leadership at the said. The commission, made up of citizens Board, attends the meetings to moni- high achievers. tronic devices (PEDs) and technol- Union County Juvenile Detention “As a result of an ongoing investi- appointed by the councils of the two tor the commission’s progress, and Board Business Administrator/ ogy resources. Prior to the vote, Center in Linden has undergone a gation surrounding the juvenile de- towns, expressed frustration at not advise the group on state regulations, Secretary Dana Sullivan announced Board Vice-President Rosanne shakeup following the arrest of a tention facility by the county police, being able to move forward. but he was not at last week’s meeting. that after awarding contracts for Kurstedt said, “In this ever-chang- former juvenile detention officer on we are making changes at the juve- Commission Chairman Don Parisi What the commission has done so the remaining school roof replace- ing computer world, which is grow- June 2. nile detention facility,” he announced. reiterated what he said at the panel’s far is to accept $5,000 in seed money ments, there will be a $3.5-million ing and morphing, please accept According to a press release issued He said Greg Lyons, superinten- May meeting, that he had met with from Courage to Connect New Jer- savings to taxpayers. She said al- this version so that we can move by the office of acting Union County dent of the detention center, is retir- two private foundations who would sey, a group advocating small-town though the November 2013 bond forward.” The rules for PEDs not Prosecutor Grace H. Park, Sherrie ing effective Tuesday, July 1, and that be willing to match funds that were mergers to share services and to save referendum, which was approved only apply to students, but to fac- Brown-Braswell, 37, of Raleigh, Assistant Director Tina Matlock has raised locally in order to do the study the taxpayers money. The commis- by voters, authorized the district to ulty members as well. N.C., has been charged with engag- resigned. Mr. Faella said George that would explore the possible ben- sion has opened a bank account and sell $13.6 million in bonds for roof- Board member Mitch Slater of ing in a sexual relationship with a Blaskiewicz, assistant director of the efits and drawbacks to merging the CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 ing projects, the district will only the technology committee said, teenage detainee over the course of county’s Department of Corrections, be selling $10.1 million in bonds. “This has been a very exciting year. nearly a year. will assist Human Services Director “Due to good planning, we were I’m proud of what we have achieved, A joint investigation by the Union Frank Guzzo in overseeing the de- able to bid all of the roof projects more access points and switches, County Prosecutor’s Office Special tention center on an interim basis, early in the year and we received better Internet, better speed. I thank Prosecutions Unit and the Union “while making recommendations on various bids, resulting in a sav- Assistant Superintendent of County Police Department found that other personnel matters to be ad- ings,” she said. Schools, Paul Piniero, and our mas- the alleged sexual contact between dressed.” The approval of the resolution is CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Brown-Braswell and the male victim According to the county employee occurred between March 2012 and list, Mr. Lyons and Ms. Matlock have January 2013, with all of the contact both worked for the county for 11 occurring at the detention center in years. Mr. Lyons has 42 years in the Linden while Brown-Braswell was state pension system and was earning on duty. She resigned her position $100,279, while Ms. Matlock has with the county early last year. Ac- been in the system for 24 years and cording to a county employee list on had a salary of $89,474. unioncountywatchdog.org, Brown- In other business, the board Braswell had been employed by the awarded an $83,750 contract to the county since October 2009. Union County Performing Arts Cen- She was placed at the Union County ter (UCPAC) in Rahway for six per- jail in Elizabeth on $350,000 bail. formances of its Sensory Friendly She has since been released from the Theatre for the 2014-2015 season. Union County jail after making bail, Performances are designed and Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader according to jail personnel. adapted for children with autism and CREEPY CRAWLER...Naturalist Dominic Feminello of the Trailside Nature and Union County Manager Al Faella similar sensory sensitivity, accord- Science Center shows a local snake to Claire Human at the Union County Bio Blitz held read a statement at the end of the ing to UCPAC’s website. UCPAC also at Ashbrook Reservation in Scotch Plains and Oak Ridge Park in Clark on Saturday. Freeholder Board meeting last Thurs- received a $50,000 agreement “for day night. the purposes of developing support PAGE INDEX “While this arrest is still an allega- for the arts in Union County and Regional ...... 2-3, 20 Education ...... 9, 19-20 tion, the County of Union has zero creating cultural and educational op- Editorial ...... 4-5 Sports ...... 11-18 tolerance for any such incident, and portunities for Union County resi- Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader Police ...... 6 Real Estate .... 11-22 HOT ROD...The Mountainside Car and Motorcycle Show, held Sunday after- we are committed to providing a safe dents.” Community ... 6-8 Classifieds ..... 19 noon under sunny skies, gave attendees an opportunity to look under the hoods atmosphere and positive alternatives Garwood resident Bruce Paterson Obituary ...... 8 A&E ...... 21-22 of classic cars. to juveniles under our supervision CONTINUED ON PAGE 10

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SP-FW Consolidation CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 has purchased liability insurance. quickly responded, “That would Mr. Parisi said he had applied for take a vote from the two councils 501(c)(3) non-profit status. With and that will never happen.” that, anyone from the public who “That’s not to say I’m against the wished to contribute to the study study,” Mr. Molenaar added. could write off their donation. Mr. Arthur suggested posting fly- At the May meeting, the group ers or a pamphlet at the Fanwood discussed consulting with a local Train Station and at other public public relations professional. places in the two towns. Scotch Plains resident Fred Lange, “Just to inform the citizens, not a member of the commission, asked advocating one side or another,” Jonathan Jaffe, also a Scotch Plains Mr. Juckes responded. resident and principal in the firm of Sarah Dreikorn, who serves on Jaffe Communications, to attend last the commission’s finance commit- week’s meeting. tee, said she had reached out to two When asked, Mr. Jaffe said he crowd sourcing (fundraising) firms was not officially a consultant to — Indie Go Go and the group, but said his firm did Startsomegood.com. She said that Dominic A. Lagano for The Westfield Leader represent Courage to Connect New each group would ask for a 6-per- Dominic A. Lagano for The Westfield Leader MAKING HISTORY...The Westfield High School boys’ swim team was honored Jersey. Mr. Jaffe said that in the past cent fee from the money that was FAB FOUR...Caroline Baldwin, Sarah Cronin, Erika David and Gwyn Devin — at the Westfield Town Council meeting on Tuesday night for winning the NJSIAA year he had not seen any communi- raised. She added that neither group all members of the Westfield High School girls’ swim team that won the Union Public A State Championship on February 23 for the 25th time in school history, County championship in January — are recognized for their success by the a state record. cation coming to the public from would do anything unless a video Westfield Town Council at its meeting on Tuesday. the group. Commission member and was made to show the passion for Fanwood resident Matthew Juckes the purpose of the study. “We have said, “There’s nothing happening to decide how much money we Mountainside Council because we don’t have any money.” need,” she said. Westfield BOE Mr. Jaffe suggested having meet- Mr. Parisi said the next step is a CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 ings or inviting the public to their video to inform the people of what CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 next level of competition, which was peers. As part of the Days of Real- meetings to establish a relationship. the commission is doing. He then ter technology teachers. We are mer recreation schedule. to perform their pieces at the New ization program, 26 Governor “We don’t have much to go to the asked Mr. Jaffe if he would provide innovative in the New Jersey (edu- When the board honored the boys’ Jersey Performing Arts Center in Livingston students and three teach- public with,” Mr. Juckes responded. copy for the video. Mr. Jaffe said cation) community, we have lacrosse team and its coach, Patrick Newark. Kylie’s and Ryan’s song, ers were taken away from their daily Mr. Jaffe said, “you can have the “yes.” Mr. Parisi asked how long Edline. In the fall we’ll have Ge- Touhy, with certificates of apprecia- “What You Meant to Me,” won the school routines without being given people from Princeton come in and that would take and Mr. Jaffe said a nius Bar and a substantial tech cen- tion, Mr. Touhy said, “I want to thank award for Best Song from Union the opportunity to say goodbye to talk about what they did.” Princeton couple of days. The problem the ter in which students can help other all the guys here. Without them, we County and Kate’s and Teddy’s song, their friends or families. The goal of Township and Princeton Borough commission is facing is not having students. I’m especially excited to couldn’t do anything. They are not “See Straight,” received the award the program is to show students how merged last year. the money to pay someone to do the see how it will all work together.” just good athletes, but fine young for Most Votes in the entire competi- deaths caused by reckless activities Commission member Bruce study. Aside from reaching out to On another topic, Board President men of character. It gives me hope for tion. undertaken while under the influ- Arthur of Scotch Plains said, “The foundations and exploring, none of Richard Mattessich said roof repairs the future.” The council and the students ac- ence of drugs or alcohol can devas- first order of business is to get our the commission members had a sug- will start on Tuesday of next week The board also honored the knowledged the support they had re- tate family, friends, and the entire purpose out to the public.” gestion of how to raise money lo- and will be compatible with the sum- Westfield High School students se- ceived from their advisor, Robert community. Several former inmates Ann Saltzman, a commission cally. lected to be members of the 2015 All Segear. During his remarks com- and recovering addicts spoke to the member from Fanwood, cautioned In other business, Mr. Parisi said State Women’s Chorus, members of mending the young musicians, Mayor school’s students, providing power- that the commission is not advocat- the commission would like to re- the All State Mixed Chorus, award- Paul Mirabelli noted that the students ful evidence of the tremendous dam- ing any one side, but just trying to place Fanwood resident Dan WF Council winning student actors and stage pro- had recently performed to wide ac- age substance abuse has on young have the study to better inform the McCarey, who has resigned because CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 ductions crews. Also honored was claim at the Mountainside PAL lives. citizens as to the pros and cons of a he is moving, with alternate mem- Trinkle, Brad Whitman, Francis Amanda Zang, an eighth-grade Father’s Day Car and Motorcycle Mayor Mirabelli and the council merger. ber Pat Hoynes of Fanwood. Mr. Wong, Matt Wornow, Nick Youssef Edison Intermediate School student, Show, where many residents com- commended the students and their “Do people know the committee Parisi said, as he did at the last and Head Coach Jeff Knight were whose artwork was selected to be mented on their skills and talents. advisor, Mr. Segear, and Police De- exists?” asked Mr. Jaffe. “The first meeting, that this would require a all named in a proclamation issued displayed at the State House in Tren- The council also acknowledged tective Corporal Andy Huber for the step is to get people engaged.” Mr. change in the commission bylaws by the council to commemorate the ton. The board also honored Westfield Governor Livingston students Nicole hundreds of hours they have de- Arthur said, “We have to have some- and that a legal notice had to be event. High School senior Frazer Weist for Attanasio, Ryan Bonk, Megan voted to the program, and reiterated thing that will inform the public as published first, followed by a 10- Similarly, four members of the winning a $1,000 grand prize in the LaGuardia, Jimmy Longo, Lauren the borough’s commitment to edu- to what we are about.” Mr. Juckes day wait. Of the 10 commission girls’ swim team also were hon- Harmonium High School Choral Mathis, Lindsey Mathis, Courtney cating and supporting its students said, “We don’t have deep pock- members and three alternates, eight ored. Caroline Baldwin, Sarah Competition for the second consecu- Osieja, Josh Quinn, Allie Silverman, through these educational programs. ets.” Mr. Parisi then suggested a were present at Wednesday’s meet- Cronin, Erika David and Gwyn tive year. Mia Tighe and Chris Tribuna for In other business, Councilman Keith mechanism by which a question ing, and only one member of the Devin are members of the team that The next meeting of the board will their involvement in the TREND Turner administered the oath of office could be submitted to voters to see public, Michael Lewis of Fanwood. won the Union County champion- take place on Tuesday, August 26, at Club and the leadership roles they to Police Officer Andrew Yasinski, if they would be willing to contrib- The next meeting of the commis- ship in January and were individu- 7:30 p.m., at the administration build- took in organizing the school’s re- who was appointed as a probationary ute to the study.” sion will be on Wednesday, July 9, ally honored for their prowess by ing on Elm Street. cent participation in the Days of police officer to the borough’s police Jack Molenaar, a Fanwood coun- at 7 p.m., at a location to be an- the council. Realization project. department. Additionally, the council cilman and commission member, nounced. Finally, the council approved the The TREND Club consists of stu- unanimously voted to renew the li- demolition of single-family dwell- dents who are drug- and alcohol- quor licenses for 10 restaurants and ings located at 500 Clifton Street, 84 free who act as role models for their retail establishments. Fairhill Drive, 218 Golf Edge, 316 Union County Freeholders Linden Avenue, 1509 Pine Grove CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Avenue and 229 Virginia Street; a single-family dwelling and a detached questioned the expenditures, asking litical donations to the county Demo- garage located at 543 Shackamaxon if there was “accountability” for cratic campaigns over the years. Drive and a commercial property lo- Traffic Alert UCPAC. “How do we know they are The board also approved a $143,000 cated at 449 South Avenue East. Westfield High School gradu- judiciously spending our money?” he incentive fee for Illinois-based The next town council conference ation ceremonies will be held to- asked. “Nice program(s), (but) are we KemperSports, which manages the session open to the public is sched- night, Thursday, June 19, at 6 getting our bang for the buck?” county’s two golf courses, Galloping uled for Tuesday, July 15, at 7 p.m., p.m. at Kehler Stadium. Traffic Freeholder Chairman Chris Hudak Hill in Kenilworth and Ashbrook in at the municipal building, located on Rahway Avenue and the sur- said the Sensory Theater shows are Scotch Plains. at 425 East Broad Street. The con- rounding area may be heavy at “hugely attended (and) they are hugely Armando Sanchez, director of golf ference session will immediately times. Please plan accordingly. popular with the residents.” He sug- operations for the county, said the fee be followed by the council’s regu- Congratulations Class of 2014! gested that Mr. Paterson attend one of is paid on revenue at a rate of 6.5 lar public meeting at 7:45 p.m. the shows, “rather than commenting percent on every dollar after a thresh- on it in the abstract.” old of $4.1 million is reached. He said The board also awarded a $94,200 gross revenue for golf operations was contract to Maser Consulting, P.A., of $6.3 million in 2013, thus the incen- Red Bank, for design, engineering tive fee is based on 6.5 percent of $2.2 and consulting services for installa- million. Mr. Sanchez said the fee, per tion of synthetic turf for two multi- the county contract, is capped at the purpose fields with lighting and two annual management fee the county adjacent baseball fields at Cedar Brook pays Kemper, which is $143,000. Park in Plainfield. Summit Councilwoman Sandra In addition, the board approved add- Lizza congratulated the freeholders ing $44,379 to the contract with T&M on the pending sale of Runnells Spe- Associates of Middletown to provide cialized Hospital and hoped that the construction support services for the purchase price would result in a “flat rehabilitation of Lake Surprise dam in or reduced budget...to help alleviate the Watchung Reservation. The addi- our tax rate.” tion brings the total contract to In freeholder comments, Freeholder $281,191. Ritacco Construction Com- Bruce Bergen said he finds it “quite pany Inc. of Belleville was awarded a distressing” to hear about the shooting $3,608,000 contract earlier this year incidents occurring on a regular basis for the Lake Surprise dam rehabilita- around the country. “I think it is far tion. time that this country and this state A $26,700 contract was approved take action,” he said. for Harbor Consultants, Inc. of Cran- Freeholder Hudak added that there ford for design and construction ad- have been 74 school-related shootings ministration for rehabilitation of the since the Sandy Hook mass shooting clay tennis court at Warinanco Park in in December 2012. He said news Roselle. Harbor also was approved for reports last Thursday of a shooting in a $28,900 contract for engineering, Oregon only devoted around five min- land surveying and construction man- utes each to their reports. agement services for a new parking lot “We need more attention on this SPECIAL DELIVERY...Girl Scout Junior Troop No. 436 of Franklin Elemen- tary School in Westfield decided to dedicate their Bronze Award Project to the at the Nomahegan Park baseball field issue...and I hope that Congress will Community FoodBank of New Jersey (CFBNJ). The girls recently toured the in Cranford. wake up and realize it is time to take Hillside facility to learn how CFBNJ meets a variety of needs through distribution Sarah McGrail for The Westfield Leader Mr. Paterson was critical of the meaningful steps towards keeping the of food, clothing and school supplies. The troop participated in “Operation SPLISH SPLASH...Aria Barbieri, 18 months, of Westfield cools off under the Maser, Harbor and T&M contracts, children, who attend schools in this Cookie Drop,” with a donation of 100 boxes of Girl Scout cookies, and plans to sprinker at the Westfield Memorial Pool this past weekend. saying all three firms have made po- country every day, safe,” he said. continue their support of CFBNJ with several projects over the coming year.

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USPS 485200 Thursday, June 19, 2014 Published Every Thursday Since 1959 (908) 232-4407 OUR 55th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 25-2014 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.timesnj.com [email protected] SEVENTY FIVE CENTS SP Council Puts Off Action On Capital Bond Ordinance By FRED T. ROSSI would have put the ordinance over the Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times table the ordinance, Deputy Mayor two-thirds threshold. Michael Marcus called the weeks-long SCOTCH PLAINS — The town- In the midst of its public hearing on wrangling over the ordinance “a very, ship council agreed this week to table the ordinance on Tuesday, with all signs very strange and bizarre way to con- consideration of the $1.5-million capi- pointing to a repeat of last month’s duct business.” He, along with the two tal bond ordinance that failed to garner vote, the council decided to put off other Republicans on the governing enough votes to pass last month, al- further consideration until next month. body who had voted last month to pass though its ultimate prospects still re- Councilwoman Colleen Gialanella said the ordinance, criticized Mayor Kevin main unclear. she favored splitting the bond ordi- Glover and Mrs. Gialanella for their Four weeks ago, the council voted 3 nance into two parts, one immediately opposition last month and their plans to to 2 in favor of the ordinance, but it was addressing purchases related to the again vote against the ordinance this not enough to formally pass because police and fire departments and then week. bond ordinances require a two-thirds, another dealing with other projects, Mr. Marcus said that no significant or 67 percent, supermajority affirma- including the rehabilitation of the club- concerns about the bond ordinance had tive vote. The three votes in favor rep- house at Shady Rest Country Club. been raised by either the mayor or Mrs. resented just 60 percent; a fourth vote While all five members voted to Gialanella during the months it was being discussed prior to its initial consideration in May. He accused them of “personal and political gamesmanship” and said the delay in passing the ordinance “have harmed our town” and “harmed our residents.” Mrs. Gialanella defended her ac- tions, saying she had concerns about a number of matters that she wanted to Photo courtesy of Cheryl Riporti discuss further with Township Man- PROM NIGHT…The bad weather did not dampen the mood as students of Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School gather for ager Jerry Giaimis as well as Public a photo on Friday night between raindrops before heading to the Prom. Works Director Carlos Luaces. She said reintroducing an ordinance identical to the original one “was not a great Panel Making Little Progress option.” The mayor, too, defended his opposition to the ordinance as presently constituted, saying that “debt is a harm On SP-FW Merger Study to our citizens” and repeating his esti- By DELL SIMEONE raised locally in order to do the study year ago by the Local Finance Board mate that the municipal government is Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times that would explore the possible ben- of the New Jersey Department of “20 million dollars in debt.” He also SCOTCH PLAINS – The Fan- efits and drawbacks to merging the Community Affairs. Usually, Eugene complained again of being unable to wood-Scotch Plains Consolidation two towns. But what was evident at McCarthy, of the Local Finance schedule a meeting with Mr. Giaimis Commission met last Wednesday the meeting is that no information Board, attends the meetings to moni- about the ordinance. evening at the board of education has been disseminated to the public tor the commission’s progress, and Fred T. Rossi for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Councilman Llewellyn Jones re- offices at the Evergreen Administra- and no specific strategy has been advise the group on state regulations, WORLD CUP FEVER...Several restaurants are taking part in a weeks-long minded the mayor that he had recently tion Building, at which time mem- launched as of yet. but he was not at last week’s meeting. World Cup viewing party being held under a 4,000-square-foot tent set up in tried to broker a meeting between the bers discussed ways of getting their The commission was approved a CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 downtown Scotch Plains next to Darby Road Public House and Restaurant. mayor and Mr. Giaimis but that the mission statement out to the public. mayor had refused to attend. Mayor The commission, made up of citizens Glover called it “absurd” that a third appointed by the councils of the two FW Borough Council OKS BOE Hears Presenation on party had to try to set up a meeting. towns, expressed frustration at not Councilman William Vastine, point- being able to move forward. Students 2 Science Program ing to the mayor’s concern about the Commission Chairman Don Parisi Municipal Budget for 2014 $1.5-million size of the proposed ordi- reiterated what he said at the panel’s By LANCE TUPPER year, Mr. Tomkins said he did not think By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL equipment obtained from Dow nance, reminded the mayor that last May meeting, that he had met with Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times there was a specific cost driver. “All of Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Chemical, Novartis, Roche and many year, when the Democrats controlled two private foundations who would FANWOOD — The borough coun- our labor contracts are all settled, so SCOTCH PLAINS — At the be- others. CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 be willing to match funds that were cil adopted the 2014 budget Tuesday there was nothing unknown. There were ginning of the Scotch Plains-Fan- Ms. Bajaj said not only does the night, resulting in the average assessed no big increases. Pensions were actu- wood Board of Education meeting program offer students a chance to home in Fanwood, $87,531, seeing an ally down a little bit. So there were no held last Thursday night, members further study from the Science, Tech- County Announces Changes increase of about $63 in the municipal big drivers. Our health benefits went up heard a presentation given by Terrill nology, Engineering and Mathemat- portion of property taxes. a little bit (less than usual). There were Middle School science teacher ics (STEM) subjects but also pro- Borough Chief Financial Officer no major drivers that I saw in this Dominick Giordano and students vides lessons on how to work in a At Detention Ctr. After Arrest Frederick Tomkins said the average budget compared to other years,” Mr. from Park Middle and Terrill Middle team setting, conflict resolution, time By PAUL J. PEYTON to juveniles under our supervision household in Fanwood will see a total Tomkins said. Schools regarding the Students 2 management and workplace readi- Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times while maintaining the safety of our hike in property taxes of $383 over last While responding to questions from Science program offered this school ness skills. COUNTY — The leadership at the community as a whole,” Mr. Faella year. School taxes, which account for council members about expenditures year. It was noted that students partici- Union County Juvenile Detention said. 61 percent of the total tax bill, are associated with the Plainfield Area Mridula Bajaj, the kindergarten pating in the program were tested Center in Linden has undergone a “As a result of an ongoing investi- increasing by $225. County taxes, about Regional Sewerage Authority through Grade 12 science supervisor before and after the program to moni- shakeup following the arrest of a gation surrounding the juvenile de- 19 percent of the total, are up $95 this (PARSA), Mr. Tomkins said those cost for the district, spoke about the pro- tor the program’s impact. So far test former juvenile detention officer on tention facility by the county police, year, while municipal taxes represent increases are unavoidable. As PARSA gram in the fall. She also was at the results have shown that the students’ June 2. we are making changes at the juve- the balance of the approximate $11,400 continues to make capital improve- meeting last week. scores were higher after completing According to a press release issued nile detention facility,” he announced. in annual taxes paid by the average ments, the authority’s debt service costs According to Mr. Giordano and the program. by the office of acting Union County He said Greg Lyons, superinten- borough homeowner. are passed on to the borough, he said. Ms. Bajaj, the program brought 40 Students reported that they had Prosecutor Grace H. Park, Sherrie dent of the detention center, is retir- Replying to a question from Mayor Mr. Tomkins and the council noted that select students from Park and Terrill learned a lot from the experience, Brown-Braswell, 37, of Raleigh, ing effective Tuesday, July 1, and that Colleen Mahr about any particular costs unlike most municipalities in the county Middle Schools to a laboratory in observing that the labs included such N.C., has been charged with engag- Assistant Director Tina Matlock has the borough had to contend with this CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 East Hanover, where the Students 2 activities as finding the absorption ing in a sexual relationship with a resigned. Mr. Faella said George Science program is housed. rate of over-the-counter medication teenage detainee over the course of Blaskiewicz, assistant director of the According to the Students 2 Sci- in a person’s stomach and measuring nearly a year. county’s Department of Corrections, ence website, the lab was started in carcinogens in sand from an oil spill. A joint investigation by the Union will assist Human Services Director 2009 by scientists and entrepreneurs It also was noted that students par- County Prosecutor’s Office Special Frank Guzzo in overseeing the de- Donald Truss, Paul Winslow and Ri- ticipated in their first experiment in Prosecutions Unit and the Union tention center on an interim basis, chard Meyer to give students a chance November and also visited the facil- County Police Department found that “while making recommendations on to work side-by-side with local sci- ity in January and June. In addition, it the alleged sexual contact between other personnel matters to be ad- entists using modern, sophisticated CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Brown-Braswell and the male victim dressed.” occurred between March 2012 and According to the county employee January 2013, with all of the contact list, Mr. Lyons and Ms. Matlock have occurring at the detention center in both worked for the county for 11 Linden while Brown-Braswell was years. Mr. Lyons has 42 years in the on duty. She resigned her position state pension system and was earning with the county early last year. Ac- $100,279, while Ms. Matlock has cording to a county employee list on been in the system for 24 years and unioncountywatchdog.org, Brown- had a salary of $89,474. Braswell had been employed by the In other business, the board county since October 2009. awarded an $83,750 contract to the She was placed at the Union County Union County Performing Arts Cen- jail in Elizabeth on $350,000 bail. ter (UCPAC) in Rahway for six per- She has since been released from the formances of its Sensory Friendly Photo courtesy of Sue Broder Union County jail after making bail, Theatre for the 2014-2015 season. EIGHTH-GRADE DANCE…Students gather for a photo on Friday night prior according to jail personnel. Performances are designed and to the Terrill Middle School eighth-grade dance. Union County Manager Al Faella adapted for children with autism and read a statement at the end of the similar sensory sensitivity, accord- PAGE INDEX Freeholder Board meeting last Thurs- ing to UCPAC’s website. UCPAC also day night. received a $50,000 agreement “for Regional ...... 2-3, 20 Education ...... 9, 19-20 “While this arrest is still an allega- the purposes of developing support Editorial ...... 4-5 Sports ...... 11-18 tion, the County of Union has zero for the arts in Union County and Police ...... 6 Real Estate .... 11-22 Paul Lachenauer for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times IT’S ONLY NATURAL...A naturalist from Trailside Nature and Science Center tolerance for any such incident, and creating cultural and educational Community ... 6-8 Classifieds ..... 19 displays artifacts at the Union County Bio Blitz held Saturday at Ashbrook we are committed to providing a safe opportunities for Union County resi- Obituary ...... 8 A&E ...... 21-22 Reservation in Scotch Plains and Oak Ridge Park in Clark. atmosphere and positive alternatives CONTINUED ON PAGE 10

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APPLIANCE 70 Years in Westfield Elm Kitchen and Laundry Appliances, TV’s, Grills and A/C’s 908-233-0400 220 ELMER STREET Westfield, NJ 07090 Fanwood Rec. Set to Begin SP Dems Name New Bidding For Skate Park Council Candidate By LISA HAGEN sion.” By FRED T. ROSSI Metuchen. She said increasing co- Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Commissioner Tom Smith had sug- Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times operation among council members, FANWOOD — The recreation com- gested waiting to see if the council SCOTCH PLAINS — The town- keeping municipal taxes under con- mission is ready for the bidding pro- voted for the budget, which already ship Democratic Party has selected trol and providing better services cess for the new skate park at Forest includes the wrought iron fence. He Rose Checchio to replace William would be her top priorities if she is Road Park following the borough said this type of fence could protect the Thomas as its third candidate for the elected. council’s approval Tuesday night. park and improve its appearance, but three township council seats at stake “We need to have the majority on With the governing body having acknowledged that the commission in this fall’s election. Mr. Thomas the council work together to stabi- voted in support of the estimated bud- could potentially cut this from the ex- bowed out of the race due to a promo- lize taxes and ensure that we are get of $242,000, engineers at Adams, penses if the plan were not approved. tion at his job. spending our tax dollars wisely and Rehmann and Heggan (ARH) can make Mr. Lee also explained that the com- Mrs. Checchio joins John Del Sordi cost-efficiently,” she said. a bid to contractors and start looking mission would be able to reevaluate the and Luisa Bianco — both of whom She said that in recent years, into the materials needed for construc- type of fence and change the order even also are making their first race for “We’ve seen a deterioration of mu- tion. Engineer Chuck Lee estimated after purchasing the materials. elective office — on the Democratic nicipal services. We can do better construction would take about 60 days. The commission also discussed the ticket in the Tuesday, November 4 picking up leaves, plowing snow, “We’ve been working on this project maintenance of the LaGrande Park ten- election, where they will face Re- fixing potholes and maintaining for a few months and we’re happy nis courts as well as possible future publicans William Vastine, Michael township properties that have fallen we’ve gotten to this point,” Mr. Lee renovations for Forest Road Park’s ten- Marcus and Llewellyn Jones. Mr. into disrepair. This is where we call said. “We love this project in our heart nis courts. Mr. Budiansky said three Jones won a special election last home and this is where we plan on and we want to see this thing through.” bids for power washing the LaGrande year to fill out the final year of an raising our family. We can do bet- ARH estimated that the cost of con- Park courts have been received, rang- unexpired four-year term while Mr. ter.” struction will be around $129,000, ing from $1,200 to $3,400, and he Vastine and Mr. Marcus, both elected The GOP is seeking to retain its 3- which includes an eight-foot-high, currently is exploring the cheapest op- Sarah McGrail for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times in 2010, are seeking second terms. to-2 majority on the council, where wrought iron fence, a lock on the gate tion. GUY TIME...Mike Muselli and his grandson, Robert Robinson, 18 months, of Mrs. Checchio is the co-owner of Mayor Kevin Glover and Council- with a timer, and overhead lights along He said that the power washing will Fanwood enjoy the sunny skies by spending the day at the Westfield Memorial Pool. the Little Genius Academies child woman Colleen Gialanella represent the walkways. be funded by the $75,000 that was day care centers in Edison and the Democrats. Susan Banzon, another engineer, said allocated for the tennis courts by the there is another timer inside of the borough council. Mr. Budiansky said building and explained that the door power washing will be a one-day pro- SP-FW Consolidation can be automatically opened to prevent cess that will happen in the next few CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Union County Freeholders anyone from getting stuck if there were weeks to improve safety on the courts. What the commission has done so to see if they would be willing to con- a fire or the electricity went out during He also said that Union County re- far is to accept $5,000 in seed money tribute to the study.” CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 a storm. cently trimmed some trees and removed from Courage to Connect New Jersey, Jack Molenaar, a Fanwood council- dents.” political donations to the county Recreation Director Bob Budiansky hanging branches to prevent people a group advocating small-town merg- man and commission member, quickly Garwood resident Bruce Paterson Democratic campaigns over the said the skate park will be funded from slipping or falling. ers to share services and to save the responded, “That would take a vote questioned the expenditures, asking if years. through Union County grants, money Although the tennis courts do not taxpayers money. The commission has from the two councils and that will there was “accountability” for UCPAC. The board also approved a put aside in the recreation trust and need immediate replacement, Mr. opened a bank account and has pur- never happen.” “How do we know they are judiciously $143,000 incentive fee for Illinois- leftover capital budget money from Budiansky said he also is concerned chased liability insurance. Mr. Parisi “That’s not to say I’m against the spending our money?” he asked. “Nice based KemperSports, which man- other projects that came under budget about the safety issues at Forest Road said he had applied for 501(c)(3) non- study,” Mr. Molenaar added. program(s), (but) are we getting our ages the county’s two golf courses, in the borough. Park. profit status. With that, anyone from Mr. Arthur suggested posting flyers bang for the buck?” Galloping Hill in Kenilworth and Anthony Carter, the commission’s “The Forest Road Park tennis courts the public who wished to contribute to or a pamphlet at the Fanwood Train Freeholder Chairman Chris Hudak Ashbrook in Scotch Plains. secretary, debated the cost and need for are basically an unsightly mess right the study could write off their donation. Station and at other public places in the said the Sensory Theater shows are Armando Sanchez, director of a wrought iron fence. He said spending now,” Mr. Budiansky said. “We have to At the May meeting, the group dis- two towns. “hugely attended (and) they are hugely golf operations for the county, said money on a new chain-link fence or do something about that some day, cussed consulting with a local public “Just to inform the citizens, not ad- popular with the residents.” He sug- the fee is paid on revenue at a rate of repairing the existing one would be whether we can afford to do something relations professional. Scotch Plains vocating one side or another,” Mr. gested that Mr. Paterson attend one of 6.5 percent on every dollar after a “more economically feasible.” now or in two to three years from now.” resident Fred Lange, a member of the Juckes responded. the shows, “rather than commenting threshold of $4.1 million is reached. “There is no reason for us to spend Commissioners Budiansky, Tracy commission, asked Jonathan Jaffe, also Sarah Dreikorn, who serves on the on it in the abstract.” He said gross revenue for golf op- $40,000 of taxpayer money on a Fletcher and Amy Boroff plan to de- a Scotch Plains resident and principal commission’s finance committee, said The board also awarded a $94,200 erations was $6.3 million in 2013, wrought iron fence…just because the velop a parks and recreation survey in the firm of Jaffe Communications, to she had reached out to two crowd sourc- contract to Maser Consulting, P.A., thus the incentive fee is based on [council’s] allocating money,” Mr. similar to Scotch Plains’ survey to see attend last week’s meeting. ing (fundraising) firms — Indie Go Go of Red Bank, for design, engineer- 6.5 percent of $2.2 million. Mr. Carter said. “I just don’t think it’s re- what residents think the commission When asked, Mr. Jaffe said he was and Startsomegood.com. She said that ing and consulting services for in- Sanchez said the fee, per the county sponsible on our part as a commis- should upgrade over the next few years. not officially a consultant to the group, each group would ask for a 6-percent stallation of synthetic turf for two contract, is capped at the annual but said his firm did represent Courage fee from the money that was raised. multi-purpose fields with lighting management fee the county pays to Connect New Jersey. Mr. Jaffe said She added that neither group would do and two adjacent baseball fields at Kemper, which is $143,000. that in the past year he had not seen any anything unless a video was made to Cedar Brook Park in Plainfield. Summit Councilwoman Sandra Fanwood Council communication coming to the public show the passion for the purpose of the In addition, the board approved Lizza congratulated the freehold- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 from the group. Commission member study. “We have to decide how much adding $44,379 to the contract with ers on the pending sale of Runnells which have created separate utility en- Avenue Reconstruction/Phase 2 and and Fanwood resident Matthew Juckes money we need,” she said. T&M Associates of Middletown to Specialized Hospital and hoped that tities, Fanwood absorbs the sewerage the Burns Way Reconstruction projects, said, “There’s nothing happening be- Mr. Parisi said the next step is a video provide construction support ser- the purchase price would result in a expense within the borough’s operat- respectively. cause we don’t have any money.” Mr. to inform the people of what the com- vices for the rehabilitation of Lake “flat or reduced budget...to help alle- ing budget, thus making it subject to The council awarded a clean fill sup- Jaffe suggested having meetings or in- mission is doing. He then asked Mr. Surprise dam in the Watchung Res- viate our tax rate.” the state-mandated 2-percent property- ply contract not to exceed $14,785 to viting the public to their meetings to Jaffe if he would provide copy for the ervation. The addition brings the In freeholder comments, Free- tax cap. Active Remediation Services of Mount establish a relationship. video. Mr. Jaffe said “yes.” Mr. Parisi total contract to $281,191. Ritacco holder Bruce Bergen said he finds it In other business, the council autho- Holly for the parking lot in the Down- “We don’t have much to go to the asked how long that would take and Construction Company Inc. of “quite distressing” to hear about the rized the bidding and requests for pro- town Redevelopment Area, and an en- public with,” Mr. Juckes responded. Mr. Jaffe said a couple of days. The Belleville was awarded a $3,608,000 shooting incidents occurring on a posals (RFPs) process to begin for the vironmental engineering services con- Mr. Jaffe said, “you can have the problem the commission is facing is contract earlier this year for the Lake regular basis around the country. “I construction portion of a concrete skate- tract not to exceed $2,275 to CTM people from Princeton come in and talk not having the money to pay someone Surprise dam rehabilitation. think it is far time that this country board park project in Forest Road Park, Environmental of Pedricktown for the about what they did.” Princeton Town- to do the study. Aside from reaching A $26,700 contract was approved and this state take action,” he said. and for an architectural analysis of the Courtyard Parking area. ship and Princeton Borough merged out to foundations and exploring, none for Harbor Consultants, Inc. of Freeholder Hudak added that administration office. New bids will In addition, as part of a public bid- last year. of the commission members had a Cranford for design and construc- there have been 74 school-related also be accepted for the operation of ding process for the Vinton Circle Road Commission member Bruce Arthur suggestion of how to raise money tion administration for rehabilita- shootings since the Sandy Hook mass the Fanwood Recycling Center. Last Reconstruction Project, the council of Scotch Plains said, “The first order locally. tion of the clay tennis court at shooting in December 2012. He said month the initial proposals failed to awarded a contract not to exceed of business is to get our purpose out to In other business, Mr. Parisi said the Warinanco Park in Roselle. Harbor news reports last Thursday of a meet bidding requirements; in particu- $396,989 to Fischer Contracting of the public.” commission would like to replace Fan- also was approved for a $28,900 shooting in Oregon only devoted lar, the center-based proposals did not Scotch Plains, the lowest bidder among Ann Saltzman, a commission mem- wood resident Dan McCarey, who has contract for engineering, land sur- around five minutes each to their include a surety bond guaranteeing four contractors. ber from Fanwood, cautioned that the resigned because he is moving, with veying and construction manage- reports. the work as proposed. After a 20-minute executive session commission is not advocating any one alternate member Pat Hoynes of Fan- ment services for a new parking lot “We need more attention on this In other new business, the council to discuss personnel issues and con- side, but just trying to have the study to wood. Mr. Parisi said, as he did at the at the Nomahegan Park baseball issue...and I hope that Congress will introduced an amended ordinance to tract negotiations with the council, better inform the citizens as to the pros last meeting, that this would require a field in Cranford. wake up and realize it is time to take extend the franchise of Comcast Borough Attorney Dennis Estis an- and cons of a merger. change in the commission bylaws and Mr. Paterson was critical of the meaningful steps towards keeping the Cablevision of New Jersey within the nounced the hiring, effective Tuesday, “Do people know the committee that a legal notice had to be published Maser, Harbor and T&M contracts, children, who attend schools in this borough for an additional 15 years. July 15, of a new Probationary B Pa- exists?” asked Mr. Jaffe. “The first step first, followed by a 10-day wait. Of the saying all three firms have made country every day, safe,” he said. As part of the ordinance, Comcast trolman, Daniel Kranz, who will attend is to get people engaged.” Mr. Arthur 10 commission members and three al- will continue to provide residents the John H. Stamler Police Academy in said, “We have to have something that ternates, eight were present at with a system-wide public access Scotch Plains. will inform the public as to what we are Wednesday’s meeting, and only one channel and a dedicated, full-time, At the beginning of the meeting, about.” Mr. Juckes said, “We don’t member of the public, Michael Lewis municipal government access chan- Mayor Mahr invited 12-year-old have deep pockets.” Mr. Parisi then of Fanwood. nel for the sole use by the borough. Mallory Banks of Fanwood to the suggested a mechanism by which a The next meeting of the commission Comcast Cablevision will also pro- podium and proclaimed June 17, question could be submitted to voters will be on Wednesday, July 9, at 7 p.m., vide the borough a one-time $60,000 2014 as Mallory Banks Day, recog- at a location to be announced. grant, upon approval by the New nizing her efforts in raising money Jersey Board of Public Utilities to donate to Autism Awareness. (BPU). The grant, which will be used Mayor Mahr commended Mallory, SP Council to upgrade the borough’s video pro- an Autism Awareness Junior Am- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 duction capabilities, is anticipated to bassador, along with her friends, the council, the capital bond amounted SP-F BOE be received by the end of 2014, or by Allie Weisser, Alley Zakarin and Jake to more than $3 million. Echoing Mr. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 the first quarter of next year. Samitt, for raising funds in honor of Marcus, he also said no concerns about was reported that the fees for the During his public works report, Mallory’s brother, Ethan, who has the particulars of the ordinance had children to participate were funded Councilman Russell Huegel said that Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). been raised during the council’s earlier by the Education Enrichment Foun- Public Works Director Clint Dicksen In April they held a bake sale, for the deliberations. Mr. Vastine said the two dation (EEF) of Scotch Plains and reported using 80 tons of asphalt in fourth consecutive year, at Parker Democrats were “avoiding progress Fanwood. May to fill and repair potholes on Gardens in Scotch Plains, raising for the sake of politics.” Education Enrichment Foundation Forest Avenue, Stagaard Place, Elm $3,500, “to be donated to this most In other business, the council Secretary Leland McGee addressed Avenue, North Avenue and Maclennon worthwhile cause,” Mayor Mahr passed two ordinances reducing speed the board, saying he was very pleased Place. Mr. Huegel encouraged resi- said, reading from the borough’s limits on two streets. The speed limit to see the positive “fruits of our la- dents to continue to report potholes as official proclamation. on Jerusalem Road — presently 40 bor” in that the students had such a Photo courtesy of Brian Horton often as necessary. “I would like to thank everyone who’s miles per hour along one section and positive experience from the program BAKE AND BANKS...Twelve-year-old Mallory Banks of Fanwood smiles broadly Regarding public works projects, the helped me for the past [several] years on 35 miles per hour on another — will that the EEF sponsored. as she gets an ovation from family members, friends and council members at the council approved five contracts total- doing this bake sale. It’s been a hard be reduced to 30 mph for the entire The next board of education meet- Fanwood Borough Council meeting Tuesday night. She was presented with a proclamation by Fanwood Mayor Colleen Mahr, right, designating the day as ing approximately $500,000. challenge for me, but I managed to make length in both directions. The speed ing will be held on Thursday, June "Mallory Banks Day" in Fanwood. In May, Mallory organized her fourth annual The council awarded two profes- it work out every year, and I’m really limit on Raritan Road — now 35 mph 26, at 7:30 p.m., in the administration bake sale to raise awareness of autism. Her brother, Ethan, now 14, was sional engineering service contracts not proud that I’m doing this. I got inspired and 40 mph — will be lowered to 30 building on Evergreen Avenue and diagnosed with autism when he was 3. Mallory’s first bake sale was in 2011, when to exceed $34,750 and $44,500 to T&M by my brother because I wanted to help mph from the Edison border to Terrill Cedar Street in Scotch Plains. There she raised $500. This year's sale netted $3,500, bringing her four-year total to Associates of Clifton for the Hunter people with autism,” Mallory said. Road. will be no meetings held in July. more than $8,500.

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Assembly Passes 2 Percent Peyton's Mortimer Elected New Cap on Interest Arbitration Peek at the Week Union County GOP Chair TRENTON – The New Jersey Gen- what Trenton should be about, work- In Politics By PAUL J.PEYTON we want to go.” Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times eral Assembly passed legislation on ing together to get it done,” Assem- By Paul Peyton of The Leader/Times In a short speech to delegates, Mr. Monday, A-3424, by a tally of 78 to 0, bly Minority Leader Jon Bramnick COUNTY — Mountainside Coun- Mortimer said, “The primaries are to extend the 2 percent cap on raises (R-21st, Westfield) said. Lance Margin of Victory in from Democrat Aimee Belgard in her cilman Glenn Mortimer was elected over. Let’s not help the Democrats by awarded in arbitration on union con- The legislation follows an agree- Primary Reduced From 2012 run against Republican Tom last week as Union County Republi- fighting ourselves. It’s time for us to tracts through 2017. It would be retro- ment reached Friday between Gover- At there re-organization meeting MacArthur for an open seat being can Committee chairman, replacing unite and grow the party,” Mr. active to April when the cap expired. nor Chris Christie and Speaker Prieto. last week, Union County Republi- vacated by Rep. Jon Runyan (R). Phil Morin of Cranford who had held Mortimer said. The 2 percent salary arbitration cap “Arbitration is important because cans expressed concern over the mar- The Legalize Marijuana Party can- the position for the past 10 years. “We cannot be shy about telling was part of the governor’s so-called police and fire are not allowed to strike. gin that three-term Rep. Leonard didate said Wednesday, “I’m a bigger Also named to the committee’s people who we are and what we have toolkit for municipalities to help them So they have to go to an arbitrator and Lance (R-7th) won his Primary over name than their candidate.” leadership are Westfield Council- accomplished. (We) must tell them why curb local taxes. The compromise re- this arbitrator will decide what their David Larsen. Democratic State Committee woman Joann Neylan, vice-chair- Republicans are better able to govern,” stores the caps, but allows any raises to contract can gain more than the previ- While Mr. Lance was victori- spokesman Matt Farrauto said Demo- woman; Springfield Committeeman he said, noting that effective tax rates be compounded over the length of a ous one,” the Speaker said. “It defi- ous,15,609 votes to Mr. Larsen’s crats don’t view Mr. Forchion as a Ziad Shehady, associate chairman; are lower and services are better in contract. It also gives all parties more nitely protects our taxpayers because 13,105 tallies, his 2,504 margin of threat, but they say he does not meet Cranford Committeewoman Mary towns run by Republicans than in towns time to come to an agreement before it makes sure that our taxes are kept in victory was significantly less than his statutory requirements and, thus, his O’Connor, associate chairwoman; “run by the Democratic machine.” they go to an arbitrator. Lawmakers check; that they do not grow at an 8,179 margin two years ago against candidacy is being challenged. Nicole Cole of Fanwood, secretary, “We need to win not only in our from both parties praised the deal. exorbitant rate; and we make sure as Mr. Larsen, according the voting re- Mapp in Battle With Green, and Jim Ulrich of Clark, treasurer. traditional (GOP) towns, but in the towns “We did get something of a com- we have the highest taxes in the na- sults published on the New Jersey Plainfield City Council Prior to the acclamation vote for that Democrats see as their turf,” he said. promise and I think it’s a good day for tion, we’re trying to fix how not only Division of Elections website. In the First term Plainfield Mayor Adrian the officer slate, delegate George Gore Mr. Mortimer encouraged all in both the taxpayers and both our first we can curtail their rate of growth but 2012 race, Mr. Lance won with 23,432 Mapp, a Democrat, is embroiled in a of Plainfield told delegates that until the GOP party to volunteer such as responders – police and fire – that how we can lower them.” votes to 15,253 tallies for Mr. Larsen. battle with both Assemblyman Jerry the party starts to recruit “minorities hosting fundraisers or becoming a we’re making sure that we’re taking Asm. Bramnick added that, “This Mr. Larsen was the top vote getter in Green (D-22nd, Plainfield), the city’s back into this party, we’re always candidate themselves. care of them in giving something back legislation is a key reform which helps Morris County in both the 2012 and and Union County Democratic chair- going to be a second class party.” “There is plenty of work to be to them,” Assembly Speaker Vincent local governments control costs and 2014 Primary GOP races while Mr. man, and the all-Democratic city “What we need to do is start figur- done, more than any small group of Prieto (D-32nd, Secaucus) said. prevents property taxes from sky- Lance was victorious in the other five council, charging that Mr. Green is ing out now how to turn that (county) people can accomplish. However, if “You’re talking about instead of 6 rocketing. Compromise is good gov- counties that make up the 7th Con- fighting his (Mapp’s) initiatives for vote around” in freeholder races, Mr. we all do our share we will win,” he percent over three years, maybe 6.1 ernment and the Speaker has shown gressional District. the city, nj.com has reported. Gore said, by being “honest about said. “Divided we cannot win; united or 6.2 percent a year. It’s not a lot, but leadership in resolving this issue.” “Congressman Lance had a very Mayor Mapp, a former city coun- who we are, what we want and where we will win.” it’s enough to have compromise be- The bill will head to the Senate tough Primary race...a surprisingly cilman and ex-Union County free- tween Democrats and Republicans next, where Speaker Prieto said he close election. For the last four elec- holder, ran his own slate of candi- and I think most municipalities and expected it to be put up for a vote tion cycles Union County has been dates against city council incumbents Muñoz Bill That Addresses mayors are happy. You know, this is today. the top percentage vote getter for in the June 2 Primary Election. But Congressman Lance in the Primary all but one incumbent council mem- Bill Allowing Crime Victims to Get Election,” outgoing Union County ber won the Democratic Party nomi- Heroin Crisis Advances GOP Chairman Phil Morin said. nation to seek another four-year term. TRENTON — The state Assembly one-third and one-half of the sentence Records at No Cost Heads to Gov. Cantor Defeated in Primary; The city council last week voted to Judiciary Committee has unani- imposed with no eligibility for parole. Quits as House Majority Leader file a complaint against the mayor mously passed legislation introduced For a second-degree offense the TRENTON – Bipartisan legisla- already high enough,” Sen. Kean said. House Majority Leader Eric Can- with the state Ethics Commission, by Assemblywoman Nancy Muñoz threshold quantity would be reduced to tion sponsored by Senate Majority “Vulnerable and suffering victims tor lost his Republican Primary in charging that he wrongly used (R-21st, Summit) to combat the 0.17 ounces or more, but less than 2.5 Leader Loretta Weinberg (D-37, deserve free, easy access to public Virginia’s 7th Congressional District Plainfield’s local access television heroin epidemic facing New Jersey. ounces of heroin. It is punishable by Teaneck) and Senate Republican records in this way, so that they can last Tuesday to Tea Party challenger channel to attack Mr. Green, accord- “It’s a frightening epidemic that imprisonment for five to 10 years, up to Leader Tom Kean, Jr. (R-21st, better protect themselves and their David Brat, an economics professor ing to nj.com report. crosses racial, geographic and socio- a $150,000 fine, or both. A third-de- Westfield) allowing crime victims to families.” at Randolph-Macon College in Mayor Mapp ran on the party line economic lines,” Asw. Muñoz said. gree offense would require a threshold get official records related to a crime Under the bill, S-1524, a crime Ashland, Va. CNN reported that Mr. for mayor in the party’s 2013 Pri- “We need to give law enforcement quantity of less than 0.17 ounces and they suffered at no cost, and ensuring victim would not be charged for any Brat had 35,787 tallies or 55.6 per- mary Election. Mr. Green supported officials the tools they need to pros- be punishable by three to five years in their requests are kept confidential, official records related to the crime. cent of the vote to Mr. Cantor’s 28,631 then Mayor Sharon Robinson-Briggs ecute criminals who are spreading prison, up to a $75,000 fine, or both. has been approved by the state Sen- Records would include, but not be tallies or 44.4 percent. in that election, while than county heroin in our local communities.” ate. It now heads to the governor’s limited to, a law enforcement report, Mr. Cantor announced that he would committee chairwoman Charlotte The bill, A-783/A-2831, imple- Lance Votes to Ensure desk. domestic violence report or restrain- resign his leadership position on Thurs- DeFilippo had backed Mr. Mapp over ments a recommendation from the “Providing documents pertaining ing order. The measure would also day, July 31 He holds the second high- Mr. Green’s opposition. July, 2013 report from the state Com- Vets Can Access Care to their case free of charge is the right amend the Open Public Records Act est leadership post behind House Katz Son Pulls Out of Late mission on Investigation titled “Scenes WASHINGTON, D.C. — Rep. thing to do. This bill is a compassion- (OPRA) to keep the records requests Speaker John Boehner (R-Ohio). Ac- Father’s Deal to Buy Inquirer from an Epidemic: A Report on the Leonard Lance (R-7th) has released ate and common sense step in ad- from being disclosed. cording to media reports, Mr. Cantor Drew Katz, the son of a Philadel- SCI’s Investigation of Prescription Pill the following statement on House vancing victims’ rights,” Senator The Assembly approved the bill in was expected to replace Mr. Boehner phia Inquirer investor who was killed and Heroin Abuse.” It increases the passage of H.R. 4810, the Veterans Weinberg said. May by a vote of 77-0-1. The Senate as the next Speaker. in a plane crash, has decided to with- penalties for manufacturing, distrib- Access to Care Act: “A government “The tolls of being victimized are approved it 38-0. House Majority Whip Kevin draw from the $88-million purchase uting, and dispensing heroin by re- audit this week showed that more McCarthy (R-Calf.) is expected to be of the paper’s parent company, leav- ducing the amount of heroin neces- than 57,000 U.S. military Veterans elected as the next majority leader, ing philanthropist H.F. “Gerry” sary to be charged for first-, second- have been waiting at least three Drug or Criminal Charges? according to news reports. Lenfest as the sole buyer, Fox News and third-degree offenses. months for their first medical ap- Dems Challenge Marijuana reported. Lewis Katz and six other Current law measures the serious- pointment. And there is growing evi- Candidate in 3rd Dist. 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Customer Parking Lot Free Coin Counting Page 4 Thursday, June 19, 2014 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION ABCDICTIONOPQRSTDECEPTIONUVWXYZ The Westfield Leader The Scotch Plains–Fanwood Letters to the Editor — Established 1890 — Times Since 1959 DD Legal Newspaper for the Town of Westfield, Legal Newspaper for the Borough of Fanwood Many Retired Westfield Teachers DTM Boroughs of Mountainside and Garwood And the Township of Scotch Plains D And the County of Union, NJ. Diction Deception Members of: Delight in Visits from Former Students Below are four arcane words, each New Jersey Press Association • National Newspaper Association • Greater Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce As students graduate from Westfield my weathered Webster’s for this defini- with four definitions – only one is cor- Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association • Fanwood Business & Professional Association High, I hope some will want to express tion: “parse: to break a sentence down rect. The others are made up. Are you sharp enough to discern this deception of Periodicals – Postage Paid at Rahway, New Jersey Periodicals – Postage Paid at Rahway, New Jersey their gratitude to teachers who have in- into component parts of speech with an spired them. I wish I’d done that when I analysis of the form, function and syntac- diction? P.O. Box 250 • 251 North Avenue, West P. O. Box 368 graduated in the fifties...or any time in tical relationship of each part.” He looked If you can guess one correctly – good Westfield, N.J. 07091 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 the succeeding decades before my most bored. I think he yawned. guess. If you get two – well-read indi- Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 influential teacher died. I wish I had told Miss Dietrich that she vidual. If you get three – word expert. If POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at I’ll never forget Miss Margaret had generated my passion to become a you get all four – You must have a lot of Dietrich, my high school English teacher. writer. I’d like her to know that I was a free time! P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 (There was no “Ms.” designation in those journalist for over 40 years, including All words and correct definitions Published every Thursday by Watchung Communications, Inc. pre-feminist days.). It was only when I writing features and columns for three come from the board game Diction read her obit that I groaned with regret for top dailies: The New York Daily News, Deception. Paul Peyton Horace R. Corbin Jeff Gruman not telling her how much she influenced The New York Times and The Star-Led- Answers to last week’s arcane words. ASSIGNMENT EDITOR PUBLISHER SALES MANAGER my life. I became a writer and should ger. I’m proud to say that my first time in 1. Rif – To dismiss from employment Suzette F. Stalker David B. Corbin Michael L. Bartiromo have sat down and written her a letter of print was in The Westfield Leader, cover- 2. Thebaism – The habitual use of COMMUNITY ASSISTANT PUBLISHER & SPORTS MARKETING PRODUCTION appreciation, but I didn’t. I have no ex- ing the Girls Softball League, gratis – a opium Betsey Burgdorf Ben Corbin Robert P. Connelly cuse. labor of love since my daughter, Nancy 3. Theroid – Like an animal or beast EDUCATION & ARTS SERVICES BUSINESS OPERATIONS At class reunions many of us shared Nave, was a top player. 4. Jacal – A hut built of logs and our admiration for Miss Dietrich, some Men and women become teachers to daubed with mud commenting on the fact that there is far educate, guide, inspire and encourage SUBSCRIPTION PRICE www.goleader.com/subscribe less focus on proper grammar and sen- students. Don’t they deserve validation JADISH One-year – $33 • Two-year – $62 • Three-year – $90 tence structure in schools today than there and gratitude from them? Many retired 1. Scarred; grooved was when she taught. Westfield teachers delight in visits from 2. Unbalanced; unstable Recently I mentioned to a consider- former students who continue to drop by 3. Precipitous; extremely steep ably younger friend that way back I had over the years and eventually bring their 4. Tired, mean or worn out How Will the Governor and Dems thoroughly enjoyed parsing sentences. own kids along. I’m not suggesting stag- POSNET He wasn’t sure what parsing meant nor ing a tickertape parade down Broad Street 1. A large quill feather of a bird’s wing did he give a hang for dangling parti- for your favorite teachers. Just a note or 2. A shelf behind an altar for candle- ciples. Since he had amassed an impres- a card could light up a teacher’s day. sticks sive array of advanced degrees, I resisted 3. A little basin or saucepan Resolve Hole in the State Budget? Joan Lowell Smith 4. A series of standing stones sur- showing my surprise at his lack of inter- Westfield est in rules of grammar. Instead, I grabbed rounding a central object New Jersey’s budget has to be approved and signed Governor would increase the state’s pension contri- PATHETIST into law by July 1. But the proposed plan has butions. So the New Jersey Supreme Court could be 1. A hypnotist spending exceeding revenue by $2.7-billion over the a big factor in how this budget strife gets resolved. Walking to School Helps Kids, Not 2. An astringent or repellent 3. A phantom, ghost or vision next two years. This puts the Governor and Demo- Governor Christie is opposed to any tax increase, Eliminating Established Paths 4. A confidence man; swindler crats, who control both houses of the State Legisla- but also does not want to cut things like school and PEBA Greetings all, I could not make the children and their parents in danger. Fur- ture, on the war path over how to fix things. municipal aid, knowing that would only lead to 1. A white fish found in some lakes in meeting Monday night regarding the ther, making a drop off area where chil- Central and South America Governor Chris Christie proposes cutting state local property tax hikes or deep spending cuts. Brunner drop off and hope my voice can dren exit the right side of the vehicle and 2. A small armadillo found from Texas pension contributions by $2.5 billion over the next State Senate President Stephen Sweeney (D-3rd, still be heard. cross in front of any car is ludicrous. to South America I have lived on Redwood Road in If a parent is too lazy to safely park his two years from $1.6 billion in 2015 and $2.25 billion Gloucester) has threatened to shut down state gov- 3. A type of dugout canoe Scotch Plains for almost 30 years. My vehicle on one of the side streets and walk 4. Wet mud in 2016 to $700 billion in both years. Democrats ernment if the Governor does not make the pension son went to Brunner and he played at the their child onto school property then let oppose any cuts to pension contributions. Instead, payments he promised when he and Democratic playground the PTA installed there. Un- them pull in to the front driveway and let See more letters on page 5 til only recently that paper street was a the kid out at the front entrance. they want a “millionaires’” tax, a revenue source lawmakers struck a deal in 2011. gravel path, not paved. And historically, What happened to the concept of neigh- Letters to that has not been collected since Jon Corzine was How this budget crisis gets resolved is anybody’s that path is a path provided to children to borhood schools where kids walk to governor in 2009. State Senator Ray Lesniak (D- guess. In our opinion, we’re sure the taxpayers are walk to school in a safe way. In fact, if my school? Isn’t that why we have so many the Editor information is correct, a former mayor, in town? Wouldn’t walking help child- 20th, Elizabeth) wants taxes raised on those making going to be compromised. The politicians won’t Theuer, established the paths on Home- hood obesity? over $350,000 a year while eliminating the New purge their undeserving pals from the public trough stead and Concord and Old Farm to the So glad my children are out of school. Thank You for the Help Jersey estate tax. He also wants to raise the state’s and they won’t end the giveaways of taxpayer high school so the children didn’t walk in So sad to see such silliness. No cars on the streets with cars. walking paths! with Fundraiser gasoline tax to replenish the state’s depleted Trans- money being used to buy votes. The Garwood Knights of Colum- It is also my understanding that other Patricia Leonard portation Trust Fund for road and bridge projects. No More Gimmicks schools in the district have similar paths. Scotch Plains bus would like to thank everyone Also, more than a dozen state unions are suing the To allow cars on that path is putting who donated to our annual fundraiser Governor, saying he reneged on an agreement where, Cut Spending, for “Physically and Mentally Chal- Anywhere Up 30 Percent of Primary lenged Citizens” the weekend of May in return for workers paying more in benefits, the End Graft 3rd and 4th. Your generosity resulted Voting Roll Would Be Bloated in $2,791 being collected by our Regarding low Primary Election turn- the categories that I had were those who members within the Borough of High School Graduation: Long outs, I’m reminded of Red Skelton once moved out of state, moved in-state and Garwood. commenting on the great funeral atten- didn’t re-register and those who had died. Please know that the entire amount dance of a hated studio mogul. It shows Others still in town included those collected is donated to the following that if you give people what they want. who just gave up due to age (apathy?). local organizations: The Garwood According the Union County clerk, Eccentric ones were two with Public School Pre-K Handicap Pro- Road Ends as New World Emerges the official turnout for the 2014 Primary Alzheimer’s, one semi-vegetative and my gram, The Union County Special This week, our high school seniors graduate – We congratulate the 2014 graduating classes of was almost 20 percent of partisan voters. favorite – the residence listed was now a Olympics, The ARC of Union County, Considering how many of the contested bank parking lot! Another small group The Union County Day Training leaving the realm of their childhood and emerging to Westfield, Scotch Plains-Fanwood, Governor races were deemed close and how many was of those who didn’t even remember would be considered so in November, that they had registered for a party. Center, The New Jersey State Special a whole new and exciting world. Individually, they Livingston and Cranford high schools. Enjoy and Olympics and Catholic Community applied considerable effort, study and talent to remember the moment. Please be safe in your cel- not too shabby. One of best ways to raise Granted some hadn’t voted since 2000 the turnout rate is to clean up the voter and, in the books, are annotated if the Services. achieve this goal, and we congratulate them. ebrations. rolls. show up at the polls to question. Yet, in Our special thanks to the following Parents and teachers were their partners in these Growing up is a continuous process for people of When I took over my committee some the statistics they are still carried despite people for their cooperation and sup- achievements – the community participated too. all ages. Dear graduates, always stay young as you years ago, I obtained a voting record a supposed two federal election voting port; Kings Store Manger Brien Delp, copy. An old pro told me that anywhere rule. Soon the students will realize they are no longer high continue to mature and reach out to life. Many PathMark Store Manager Vincent up 30 percent of my GOP roll would be Roger Stryeski Telesco, Quick Chek Store Manager school students – a change that happens almost circumstances will surely present themselves. Grab bloated. And he was right after much Roselle Republican Comm. Chair Andrea Salazar and Dunkin Donuts overnight — tomorrow. them as you may. Make your own paths too – and contact effort with registrants. Among Franchise Owner Michael Komondy. Most will enter college in a few months. As they remember your roots and your friends at your home- Reader Laments Over Westfield In closing, our thanks again to Jo- arrange their dormitory quarters, many parents will town. seph Darcy, council financial secretary, all of our council members, their gaze in the rooms at their childhood homes – joyful For us, it’s a wonderful thing to watch. Go Blue Council Transparency and Statements families and “our friends” of the for the success of their sons and daughters, though Devils, Raiders, Highlanders and Cougars! Enjoy Dear Ms.Habgood (letter to the edi- dedication. I bet you would even insist Garwood Knights of Columbus who contemplating the silence for a moment. the game of life. tor), Do you really think that transpar- that Ms. Neylan be transparent and own volunteered the many hours in col- ency calls for the “chosen” on the Coun- up to the fact that Mr. Foerst is her boss lecting, that made this very worthy cil to answer questions from those who and that she works in his law firm. You fundraiser in helping the less fortu- have not sipped the “KoolAid?” You really ask for too much. Do you really obviously don’t attend many Council think people might take her praise differ- nate, a great success. meetings. ently if they knew she was placing laurels Keith Gallagher The “10-minute comment rule” allows on the head of her boss? Garwood the Council to bathe in the accolades of What did you mean by “trumped up fans or suffer, in silence, through con- urgency? ”Just because Mr. Foerst di- LOCAL NEWS structive criticism. After the ungrateful rected the town attorney to draw up an critic has used his time, the Council has ordinance consistent with his committee’s For SP-F Students in the opportunity to misstate what he has report and the “report” was never written said, dissemble (as is Mr. Foerst’s ten- down, do you think that lessens the “ur- Grades 6 to 12 dency), or merely insult the critic, all gency” of the committee report? Do you GWACC, Greater Westfield Area without once contradicting his facts. What mean voting before any public discus- Chamber of Commerce Young En- do you want, Ms. Habgood, respect for sion, before any studies were done, and trepreneurs Academy (YEA!) class the citizen? Do you want our elected before any “experts” were consulted? of 2014-2015 invites students in officials to actually pay attention and You do ask a lot. grades 6 to 12 to an informational respond to factual criticism with facts? You have gone so far as to charge meeting at the Scotch Plains Public You ask a lot. The cowardly ability to arrogance. Ms. Kimmins once made a attack one incapable of response is a perk suggestion of reasonableness in the Cen- Library, 1927 Bartle Avenue on of the office and the god-given right of tral Ave. light matter. In “private” Coun- Wednesday, June 25th from 6:30 to each Council member. cil conference, she was roundly repri- 7:30 p.m. You comment on Mr. Foerst’s “snippy manded by the Mayor. I bet you’d call Learn how you can become a part comment” and his assertion that this has that arrogance. Do you think that a lesson of the entrepreneurial experience and been under consideration for 10 years. like that is lost on the other members of be given the opportunity to pitch your Well, 10 years might be an exaggeration, the Council? Let’s see if the “Party” runs ideas to potential investors for fund- but Mr. Arena has brought it up so often Ms. Kimmins for another term. She ing to launch your own company. with negative results that it became a joke doesn’t seem to be a “team player.” Prior experience in business is not in Council. You obviously weren’t at the Just remember Ms. Habgood, apathy previous meeting where Mr. Foerst said allows the conduct about which you com- required. this just arose as a part of his dutiful plain. Apathy allows the arrogance about Started at the University of Roch- updating of the Town Code. Now I bet which you comment. You are in the mi- ester in 2004, YEA teaches middle you’re going to claim that Mr. Foerst is nority. You care about government and and high school students entrepre- dabbling in duplicity. That’s nothing new. actually expect elected officials to act in neurial skills at multiple locations. Mr. Foerst never let’s duplicity get in the a manner consistent with their election YEA is an academic program that way of speaking. promises. Please continue on your course. educates students in a course of Now don’t continue to pick on Mr. You have my congratulations and best project-based hands-on education. Foerst. You weren’t at the meeting where wishes. For further information call Ms. Neylan praised his hard work and A. John Blake GWACC at 908-233-3021 or e-mail Westfield [email protected]. Mad As Hell and We’re Not Going SEND IN YOUR To Take It Any More VACATION PHOTOS Many years ago, public service em- pened. Now not only do public service ployees (then known as civil servants- employees have the benefits of the origi- not PC today) accepted an agreement nal agreement with the public but also between themselves and the public they compensation equal to or greater than served which provided them job security, private sector employees, “cadillac” ben- State LD-21 State LD-22 7th Congressional District livable wages, good benefits, and a guar- efits, rich pensions and many other Sen. Thomas Kean, Jr. (R) Sen. Nicholas Scutari (D) Representative Leonard Lance (R) anteed pension. Unions were not allowed “perks”. 425 North Ave. E. 1514 E. Saint Georges Ave. 425 North Avenue E., Westfield, NJ 07090 in public sector employment to protect Empoyees in the private sector whose Westfield, N.J. 07090 Linden, N.J. 07036 (908) 518-7733 the public welfare. taxes pay for all these excesses, do not (908) 232-3673 (908) 587-0404 [Westfield, Mountainside, Garwood, Summit and Cranford Unfortunately, self serving politicians have job security, have whatever com- Asm. Jon Bramnick (R) Asw. Linda Stender (D) are in the 7th Congressional District] eventually allowed unions to enter public pensation employers can get away with, 251 North Ave. West 1801 East Second St. employment and the predictable hap- no “cadillac” benefits. and no guaranteed 12th Congressional District pensions only 401K plans which are ba- Westfield, N.J. 07090 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 Union County Freeholders (908) 232-2073 (908) 668-1900 Rep. Rush Holt (D) sically savings plans. It’s time to say, 50 Washington Rd., West Windsor, N.J. 08550 Elizabeth, New Jersey “No more”. Asm. Nancy Munoz (R) Asm. Jerry Green (D) (908) 527-4200 57 Union Place, Suite 310 17 Watchung Ave. (609) 750-9365 No more plundering the State’s Trea- [Fanwood, Plainfield and most of Scotch Plains Al Faella, Mgr. [email protected] sury. No more extorting the public. Let Summit, N.J. 07901 Plainfield, N.J. 07060 Chris Hudak, chair (908) 918-0414 (908) 561-5757 are in the 12th Congressional District] our cry be, “We are mad as hell and we’re [email protected] not going to take it any more”. LD-21 includes Westfield, LD-22 includes Scotch Plains, [email protected], [email protected] Sebastian D’Elia, Public Info. Mountainside, Garwood, Fanwood, Plainfield, Clark and [email protected], [email protected] (908) 527-4419 Bill keller Summit and Cranford. Linden. [email protected], [email protected] [email protected] Scotch Plains A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, June 19, 2014 Page 5 Concerns Surrounding Proposed Letters to the Editor UCC Facility Are Not ‘Fictional’ This letter is in response to the No amount of small newly-planted People Most Affected Are proposed plans of the Union County saplings will replace the benefits of College (UCC) to build an athletic these trees for decades to come. Senior Taxpayers facility with a track, lacrosse, and In the college’s publication to pro- I saw this information on the state’s and benefit amounts for 2012 will not soccer field near the college back mote the facility, a “fact and fiction” website. I have posted it to the mu- be finalized until the completion of entrance off Gallows Hill Road, sheet states that the college proposes nicipal website, but the persons most the state budget for FY 2015, which Cranford. This plan has caused great to plant 1,500 trees (which do not affected by this are senior taxpayers must be adopted by July 1, 2014. concern for many valid reasons. And appear in any location on the engi- and not all of them use the Internet or Homestead benefits for 2012 are it is not “the fiction that a few dis- neering plans). The sheet also states email. So it means that the eligible expected to be applied to May 2015 gruntled people have concocted” as “old trees absorb less water than new taxpayers will not get a reduction property tax bills. Additional infor- described in the UCC publication trees according to the Oxford Journal (like they have been experiencing mation on the 2012 homestead ben- Union Matters for faculty and staff. of Tree Physiology.” Conversely the annually since 2010) on this year’s efit will be posted when it becomes If fiction, then why has the college American Forestry Organization in- tax bill. available. Tenants will not receive and board of trustees been served dicates one mature tree absorbs 52 Is this something that you report rebates for 2012. with documents opposing the plan, to100 gallons of water and 48 pounds on? The 2012 Homestead Benefit. including: a three-page Resolution of carbon dioxide per day. And the The filing deadline for 2012 Home- Susan Noon Tax Collector OUR GUYS...The College Men's Club of Westfield (CMC) awarded 11 scholar- from the Township of Cranford; let- journal NATURE recently published stead Benefit Applications was Janu- Town of Westfield ships on Thursday, June 12. The CMC raises money throughout the year by ter from the Cranford Environmental an international study showing: older ary 31, 2014. Eligibility requirements organizing events such as the recent Band & BBQ night held at the Armory. Over Commission; letter from the Rahway trees surpass younger trees, absorb- 450 attendees danced the night away while donating generously. Pictured, from River Watershed Association; reso- ing more carbon, and some even pull- Writer Lashes Out at Leonard Lance left to right, are: V. Magierski, S. Krause, M. Magierski, T. Gerris, L McGrory, lution from the Cranford Board of ing in more carbon in a single year M. Hughes, A. Hatch, A. Capuano, A. Wenta, D. Myers (absent J. Vricella- Education and numerous others? than a younger tree in all of its life- Stokes). My husband, Dr. Frank Krause, time. Additionally, the study indi- For Not Supporting Her Agenda and I are long-time residents of cates older trees mitigate more storm Leonard Lance can permanently say women get their contraceptives. She ac- Cranford. I have served six years on water runoff with their massive root goodbye to any notion of himself as tually supports a jobs bill that will repair Enjoy a Summer Getaway in Union the Cranford Township Tree Advi- systems. It is easy to pick and choose being a “moderate” or “mainstream.” Dur- our crumbling infrastructure and create ing this primary season, he has embraced jobs. Where is the Republicans’ jobs bill? sory Board. And because we have information to suit your purpose. the radical right with open arms, boasted Anyone, anyone? County with Warm Weather Activities been fortunate to have two of our four On a broader level, how can UCC that he was endorsed by the National Lance and the Republicans have done By Christopher Hudak original uses as a gathering spot for sta- children be college All-American ignore the work of the Mayors’ Coun- Rifle Association and spent the entire nothing for this country but obstruct, Union County Freeholder Chairman dium sports events. Athletes, one in swimming and one cil Rahway River Watershed Flood primary season proving just how far to obstruct, obstruct. They have a Ryan As the summer vacation season be- Plans are well under way for addi- in both cross-country and track, we Mitigation Plan, its mission, and the right he actually is. So what is he budget that gives more tax breaks to gins, Union County is once again offer- tional athletic field improvements at other are keenly aware of the positive ben- Cranford’s leadership role with the going to do now? Pretend that he never millionaires, turns Medicare into a ing a full slate of warm-weather activities county parks, too, as well as restoration efits of college athletic involvement. 12-member communities? Since the said any of these things and continue to voucher system and cuts every federal for children and adults in our parks, so of the historic Briant Park in Summit. This summer will also mark the first Athletics is not the issue here. 2011 Irene storm, 12 regional may- say he’s a moderate for this moderate program to the bone. On gun control, you can enjoy a relaxing getaway with- The problem with this particular ors have worked tirelessly and to- district? Republicans can’t even support univer- out the hassle of travel and traffic. season for a pilot program designed to Let’s see how moderate Lance really sal background checks to prevent crimi- This year there are several new addi- bring free Internet connectivity to our UCC field proposal is the location. It gether with the Army Corps of Engi- is. He shut down the government because nals from buying illegal firearms and tions, all with the goal of making our parks. is nonsensical for learned, well-edu- neers to mitigate regional flooding in he didn’t get his way, he continues to now Lance wants to bring illegal guns recreation facilities as accessible and en- We are kicking the program off with cated people to destroy 4.5 acres of the member communities. This UCC waste our time voting 56 times to repeal into New Jersey from out of state and joyable as possible. free Wi-Fi at our Wheeler Pool in Linden 700 trees to accommodate this facil- project flies in the face of the goals of Obamacare, he wants to end Medicare as overturn our gun laws. If you see some- At the Watchung Reservation in and our Ulrich Pool at the Rahway River ity. Even more, it is irresponsible to that working group. we know it by turning it into a voucher one at Starbucks the next time you are Mountainside, a major overhaul of the Park in Rahway. We will make an an- do so in this community of Cranford, For all the reasons cited above, we system and he voted for the Blunt Amend- with your kids with a 22 caliber in his Loop playground has been completed. nouncement as soon as the Wi-Fi goes where floods have become common- petition the Board of Trustees of UCC ment which would allow employers to pocket, you can thank Leonard Lance for The largest playground in Union County, “live,” which we expect shortly, as the pools open for the season. place, most recently May 1, 2014. to seriously consider the major nega- deny women contraceptives through their that. It is bad enough that Lance does the Loop has a cooling “mister” water We do not need to exacerbate a prob- tive impacts of this proposed project, insurance plan. On gun legislation, Lance nothing to promote safe gun legislation, feature and a shaded pavilion along with Free Wi-Fi will also be coming to the supports bringing illegal firearms into now it has gotten to the point that he is new play equipment. playground area at Nomahegan Park in lem that already causes immeasur- which is alienating the communities New Jersey by voting for the “Conceal working with the NJ division of the NRA The Loop also includes picnic areas Cranford, the Trailside Nature and Sci- able community anguish. you serve. Please do not approve it. and Carry Reciprocity Act,” HR 822. to actively dismantle our gun laws and and wide open grassy spaces for group ence Center, and the Skating Center at First, as I have reported at a past Barbara S. Krause This would allow gun owners from other wants everyone carrying concealed fire- play, and it is handy to miles of hiking Warinanco Park. We’ll keep you up to UCC Board of Trustees meeting, the Cranford states to carry their concealed weapons in arms. This man has got to be stopped. trails in the forest. date on that progress, too. Township of Cranford lost a total of New Jersey against our gun laws. Unbe- Frankly, I’m sick and tired of Congress- For a wet-weather activity, our As for our traditional Union County 900 municipal trees through Hurri- The Westfield Vietnam lievably, he has even gone so far as to file man Lance pretending he is a moderate Trailside Nature and Science Center is a summertime favorites, we have put the canes Irene and Sandy. That does not a legal petition in conjunction with the and then doing the complete opposite. short walk across from the Loop, with finishing touches on the lineup for our Memorial Dedication Summer Arts Festival and Family Flix include private property trees, which National Rifle Association asking the It is high time this district knows the free admission daily and special pro- could easily double that number. This This Sunday at 2 p.m. Supreme Court to overturn New Jersey truth about Leonard Lance. What he rep- grams all year. series of free outdoor concerts and mov- gun laws citing them as unconstitutional. resents is the Tea Party and its radical In another newly completed project, ies, both of which start in July. is why purposeful destruction of 700 The Westfield Vietnam Memorial All of this despite Governor Christie ask- right agenda, and the gun lobby, which is parking access has been significantly I’d also like to draw your attention to additional trees is not acceptable and will be dedicated this Sunday, June 22 ing the Supreme Court to uphold the not representative of this district. Lance improved at the Glenside Avenue soccer our growing roster of programs for chil- environmentally irresponsible in the at 2 p.m. at War Memorial Park on the lower court’s decision to maintain our will continue to drive himself further and field in Summit, thanks to a joint effort by dren and adults with disabilities, and to eyes of Cranford residents. circle at Broad St. and North Avenue. gun laws for public safety. further to the extreme right along Tea the public works departments of Summit the Union County Performing Arts Cen- These 700 trees are mature hard- Lance is not only obstructive, he is Party lines until he is voted out. and Union County. ter in Rahway, which offers live perfor- wood forest trees. They are our good Keith Gibbons - Trustee mances and film in climate controlled Westfield Veterans Fund dangerous. Karen Egert Renovation of the playground at neighbors. 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Page 6 Thursday, June 19, 2014 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Westfield Library to Begin Foreign Film Series Monday WESTFIELD — The Westfield The Hunt will be featured. Running Memorial Library is gearing up for its 111 minutes, it is a disturbing depic- Westfield authorization. Summer Foreign Film Festival, which tion of how a lie is taken as truth when Monday, June 9, a burglary and theft Tuesday, June 10, a resident of runs from June 23 through August 11. gossip, doubt and malice are allowed involving two motor vehicles was re- Westfield Avenue reported that some- All films will be shown on Mondays at ported on the 300 block of West Dudley one had entered his residence and re- to flourish and ignite a witch-hunt Avenue. The victim stated that someone moved an undetermined amount of cash 2 and 6:30 p.m. at the library, located that soon threatens to destroy an in- unknown had entered the vehicles, which from the kitchen table. According to at 550 East Broad Street. nocent man’s life. were unlocked and parked in the drive- police, entry was gained by forcing open The series will kick off this Monday, Caesar Must Die, an Italian film way, and removed approximately $5 in the rear kitchen door. June 23, with a film in Spanish called that runs 76 minutes, will be shown on change and two leather pouches. Wednesday, June 11, Latoya Peterson, Son of the Bride, which runs for 123 August 4. In it, inmates at a high- Monday, June 9, a motor vehicle bur- 30, of Elizabeth was arrested after a minutes. This Argentinean film centers security prison in Rome, preparing for glary was reported on the 800 block of motor vehicle stop on Terrill Road on an on Rafael, a restaurateur who discovers a public performance of Shakespeare’s Forest Avenue, which occurred while outstanding $500 warrant issued by the following a heart attack how much of Julius Caesar as part of a rehabilita- the vehicle was parked in front of the Scotch Plains Court. She was transported his life he had taken for granted. tive program, find the classic play has victim’s house. According to the victim, to police headquarters, processed and Philomena, an English movie star- both a striking resonance and contrast someone unknown entered the unlocked released. MAKING FRIENDS...Members of Westfield Girl Scout Troop No. 40041 from vehicle and removed approximately $5 Wednesday, June 11, a resident of ring Judi Dench and running 98 min- to their confined lives. Edison Intermediate School completed their Journey Award by hosting a badge utes, will be screened July 14. It tells in change. Washington Avenue reported that her The final film in the series, to be workshop for Brownie Troop No. 40186 on June 5 at Tamaques Elementary Tuesday, June 10, a motor vehicle friend, who was staying with her, had the story of Philomena Lee, who spent shown on August 11 and running 98 School. The sixth-grade girls helped the second-grade girls earn their “Making was reported burglarized on the 600 left with a suitcase belonging to the 50 years searching for the son she minutes, is an Arabic-language film Friends” badge. block of Hanford Place. According to victim, valued at approximately $2,900. was forced to surrender for adoption called Wadjda. The first film helmed police, someone unknown entered the Wednesday, June 11, a resident of as an unwed teenager in Ireland in by a female director and set entirely victim’s vehicle and took approximately Westfield Avenue reported that some- 1952, unaware he was searching for in Saudi Arabia, it tells the story of a F-SP Service League Shop $20 in change. The vehicle was un- time overnight someone had entered his her as well from across the Atlantic. 10-year-old girl who challenges her locked at the time that the incident oc- unlocked garage and removed a bicycle, Next will be Barbara, a German film country’s traditions. curred. valued at approximately $250. running 105 minutes, on July 21. Set in The screenings will be free and Bag Sale to Begin Saturday Wednesday, June 11, Darrul Stocks, Thursday, June 12, a resident of Old East Germany in 1980, it tells the story open to the public. For more informa- SCOTCH PLAINS — The The Fanwood-Scotch Plains Ser- 54, of Plainfield was arrested and charged Farm Road reported that she had re- of a young doctor who must weigh her tion, call (908) 789-4090, visit the Fanwood-Scotch Plains Service vice League is an all-volunteer, non- with driving while intoxicated (DWI) ceived a letter from a former friend absolute dedication to her patients following a motor vehicle stop on South which contained numerous insults. library’s website at wmlnj.org and sign League Thrift Shop, located at 1741 profit organization that has served Avenue in Garwood. Stocks was held at Thursday, June 12, a resident of against a potential escape to the West, up for the monthly e-newsletter, “Li- East Second Street in Scotch Plains, local communities since 1974. Since police headquarters until eligible for re- Hunter Avenue reported that sometime and her newfound attraction to a doctor brary Loop,” or stop by the library for will wrap up its spring season with its founding, the League has do- lease when sober. There additionally was overnight someone had entered her unin whom she sees a kindred spirit. a copy of its award-winning, quarterly a storewide bag sale this Saturday, nated $1.1 million for local causes. an outstanding warrant from Elizabeth locked motor vehicle and removed a On July 28, a Danish film called newsletter, “Take Note.” June 21, through the following Sat- Anyone interested in learning more for Stocks in the amount of $100 that was GPS, valued at approximately $400. urday, June 28. about the League or membership in to be satisfied prior to his release. Friday, June 13, a resident of Moun- Customers will be able to buy a the organization is invited to call Thursday, June 12, Wilfred tain View Avenue reported that she had bag of merchandise for just $5, or (908) 322-5420, visit Villanueva, 24, of Syracuse, N.Y. was made an on-line purchase and sent the pay half price for any item that does scotchplainsthriftshop.weebly.com arrested at Fanwood police headquar- $2,900, but never received the item. not fit in the brown bag provided. or to speak to any of the volunteers ters on a Westfield warrant for $500. He Friday, June 13, Patrick Higgins, 32, After the bag sale, the shop will at the shop. Interested persons also also had a warrant from Plainfield for of Mountainside was arrested and $404. Villanueva was held at Westfield charged with driving while intoxicated close for the Fourth of July holiday are invited to “Like” the League on police headquarters pending a court date (DWI) following a motor vehicle stop week. Following the holiday hia- its Facebook page, “Fanwood- that day. on Park Avenue. After Higgins failed tus, the shop will reopen on Tues- Scotch Plains Service League.” Friday, June 13, John Towey, 19, several field sobriety tests at the scene, day, July 8, for regular business Shop hours are Tuesday, Wednes- Daniel Cetlin, 19, and Nicholas he was transported to police headquar- hours throughout the summer. day and Thursday, 10 a.m. to 2:30 Constantine, 18, all of Westfield, were ters, processed and released. The entire store will be restocked p.m., and Friday and Saturday, 10 arrested following a motor vehicle stop Fanwood with fresh summer merchandise. a.m. to 1 p.m. Gently-used donations at Clark Street and Stanmore Place. They Monday, June 9, Jacqueline Valdivia, Racks will be filled with in-season are always welcome during business were charged with possession of a con- 42, of Linden was arrested on an active clothes and accessories for men, hours. Free parking is available on the trolled dangerous substance (CDS)/less warrant out of Linden after a motor women and children. Additionally, street and in the rear of the building, than 50 grams of suspected marijuana vehicle stop at Terrill Road and East 7th the shop offers an assortment of which can be accessed by entering the and with possession of drug parapher- Street. She was processed, posted bail nalia. All three were released with sum- and released. household items, linens and books. parking lot via Willow Avenue. monses pending a June 19 court date. Tuesday, June 10, Guido Staricco, 40, Friday, June 13, a resident of the 700 of Stirling was arrested and charged WHAT ARE FRIENDS FOR?...As a result of this year’s Book Sale, the Friends block of Hanford Place reported that her with DWI after a motor vehicle stop at of the Westfield Memorial Library donated $15,000 to the library. Pictured, from Networking Seminar July 14 motor vehicle was burglarized while it South Avenue and Terrill Road. After left to right, are: Library Director Phil Israel, Board of Trustees President Doug was parked in the driveway. Spare change failing several field sobriety tests he was Stokes and Friends Co-Presidents Barbara Uhr and Dot Teller. was removed from the center console transported to police headquarters, pro- To Focus on ‘Brand Y-O-U’ after the vehicle was found to be un- cessed and released to a responsible locked. There are no suspects at this person. MOUNTAINSIDE — The Scotch Fox Business News and WNYW time, according to police. Thursday, June 12, Molly Gechtman, Fanwood Library to Help Plains-Mountainside Libraries’ Ca- with Brian Lehrer, and quoted in Friday, June 13, a resident of the 300 20, of Fanwood was arrested and charged reer Networking Group will present leading online, print and trade pub- block of Brightwood Avenue reported a with DWI after a motor vehicle stop at “Building Brand ‘Y-O-U’ With So- lications, including Forbes.com, motor vehicle burglary. A Garmin GPS Midway Avenue and Tillotson Road. Teens ‘Spark A Reaction’ cial Media” on Monday, July 14, at The Washington Post, The New York unit, valued at $200, was removed from After failing several field sobriety tests FANWOOD — The Fanwood Me- hang out with other teens. 6:30 p.m. Free and open to the pub- Times, The Wall Street Journal and the vehicle. The vehicle was unlocked at the scene she was transported to po- morial Library is looking for teens to A program entitled “Make Your lic, this seminar will take place at CNBC. She also is the featured ca- and parked in the victim’s driveway at the lice headquarters, processed and released “Spark A Reaction” at the library this Own Terrarium” will be held on the Mountainside Public Library, reer columnist for The Epoch Times. time the incident occurred. According to to a responsible person. police there are no suspects at this time. Saturday, June 14, Karen Sykes, 45, summer. As part of the Statewide Sum- Thursday, July 17, from 4 to 4:45 located at One Constitution Plaza. Interested persons may connect Saturday, June 14, a resident of the of Bedminster was arrested following a mer Reading Program, the library will p.m. Registration is required. The program will teach partici- with the libraries’ Career Network- 300 block of West Dudley Avenue re- motor vehicle stop on the 70 block of offer many activities and programs just Star Wars trivia will be featured on pants how to use social media and ing Group on LinkedIn, Career Net- ported that someone unknown had en- Martine Avenue on an active warrant out for those entering grades 6 to 12. These Thursday, July 31, from 4 to 4:45 engage in effective networking strat- working Group at SPPL. To respond tered her garage and gained access to of Ridgefield Park. She was processed, events will take place between Mon- p.m. Participants will be able to test egies in the job search. Emphasis will for the upcoming program, call the her motor vehicle. It was unknown at the posted bail and released. day, June 23, and Friday, August 1. their knowledge against other Star be on how to use LinkedIn and Twit- Mountainside Public Library at time of the report if anything had been Mountainside To kick off the summer, the Fanwood Wars experts and win prizes. ter to navigate the hidden job market. (908) 233-0115. taken from the vehicle. There currently Monday, June 9, Nina S. Ford, 30, of Library will be open an extra hour just The library is located at North Av- Debra Wheatman, president of are no suspects, police said. Newark was arrested after a motor ve- for teens on June 23. From 8 to 9 p.m., enue and Tillotson Road. For more “Careers Done Write,” will be the First Baptist Holds Saturday, June 14, a resident of the hicle stop on Route 22 for driving with teens are invited to come to the library information about these and other presenter. An experienced human 300 block of West Dudley Avenue re- a suspended license. She was processed and check out its new young adult teen programs, check out the library’s capital management strategist, Ms. VBS Registration ported a motor vehicle break-in that and released at the scene. Wheatman is globally recognized WESTFIELD — Registration is occurred while the unlocked vehicle was Wednesday, June 11, Rayvon J. books for summer, get their summer new website at fanwoodlibrary.org parked in the victim’s driveway. The Laverette, 25, of Linden was arrested reading books, have some pizza and or call the library at (908) 322-6400. as an expert in advanced career underway for Vacation Bible School interior of the vehicle appeared to have after a motor vehicle stop on Route 22 search techniques. She possesses at the First Baptist Church in Westfield. been searched but nothing was discov- for driving with a suspended license. He more than 18 years of corporate The church is located at 170 Elm ered missing at the time. There currently was processed and released at the scene. human resource experience guid- Street. Vacation Bible School will take are no suspects, according to police. Wednesday, June 11, Scott D. Duda, Learn More About ing and directing global clients in place Tuesday through Thursday, July Sunday, June 15, a loss prevention 47, of Piscataway was arrested after a determining their career goals. 22 to 24, from 9 a.m. to noon. agent was injured while attempting to motor vehicle stop on Route 22 for driv- Ms. Wheatman is a featured There is no cost to participate. Ac- apprehend a suspected shoplifter at a ing with a suspended license. He was Reverse Mortgages blogger on multiple sites, where tivities will include music, Bible sto- store on the 600 block of North Avenue processed and released at the scene. she covers career-planning topics. ries, games, crafts, mission projects West. According to police, the suspect Wednesday, June 11, Anthony A. She posts regularly on her own site and snacks. For more information, was seated in the passenger seat of a Revan, 25, of Plainfield was arrested Attend a Reverse Mortgage Seminar at careersdonewrite.com/blog. Ad- call (908) 233-2278 or e-mail motor vehicle when the agent tried to after a motor vehicle stop on Route 22 ditionally, she has been featured on [email protected]. make the arrest. The driver of the vehicle for driving with a suspended license. He for a Better Quality of Life then accelerated, knocking the agent to was processed and released at the scene. The Law Offices Of the ground and causing her to break a Sunday, June 15, Carlos I. Silva-Plaza, leg. The case remains under investiga- 21, of South Plainfield was arrested for tion by the Westfield Police Depart- driving with a suspended license after Saturday, June 28th, 2014 at 9:30 am ment. he was involved in a motor vehicle acci- Lisa M. Black, LLC Scotch Plains dent on Route 22. Jersey Mortgage Company 223 Elmer Street, Westfield, NJ 07090 Monday, June 9, a resident of Pheas- Tuesday, June 16, a resident of ant Lane reported that someone opened Longview Drive reported that someone 20 Commerce Drive, Suite 340 up several credit cards in her name with- has been leaving black garbage bags full 908-233-1803 out her authorization. of landscaping and construction debris in Cranford, NJ 07016 [email protected] Monday, June 9, a custodian at front of her house every three to four Brunner Elementary School reported that weeks for the past six to eight months. Specializing in all aspects of Family Law, Adoptions, sometime overnight someone broke a She was advised to contact police the Advanced Registration Required. Limited Seating. 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The bumper, val- number for the owner of the purse but The Family Law Department of Dughi, Hewit & Domalewski ued at approximately $250, was taken contacted the East Orange Police De- Presents sometime overnight. partment to notify the owner. Tuesday, June 10, a resident of Tuesday, June 17, Sheldon D. Poyser, Maddaket Village reported that some- 25, of Orange was arrested after a motor one made approximately $500 worth of vehicle stop on Route 22 for driving purchases on her credit card without her without a license.

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Inquiries about organization dedicated to serving the dently in a safe environment while of events beginning later this month. specific events may be sent by e-mail critical needs of young adults who pursuing an education, working and Newark Archbishop John J. Myers to [email protected]. have aged out of New Jersey’s foster learning life skills essential to a stable will be on hand to join IHM Pastor care program. adulthood,” he continued. “I encour- Michael Ward in celebrating a spe- Seats Are Available The $40,000 pledge from the age anyone who would like to make cial Anniversary Mass on behalf of Westfield Foundation will support a a donation or learn more to call me at the parish on Saturday, June 28, at For Senior Cruise client-centered program that provides (908) 403-8621 or visit our website, 5:30 p.m. A gala dinner-dance will SCOTCH PLAINS — The Scotch safe housing, education, professional www.rootsandwingsnj.org.” immediately follow at 7 p.m. at Plains Senior Advisory Committee counseling and mentoring. Demon- The Westfield Foundation is a chari- Shackamaxon Country Club, located has announced that a few seats re- strating its confidence in Roots & table fund supported by annual con- at 1607 Shackamaxon Drive in main available for its senior citizen Wings, the Westfield Foundation has tributions, family legacy funds and Scotch Plains. Tickets for the gala, bus trip which is scheduled for made a portion of the pledge a chal- estate bequests. Goals include sup- priced at $110 per person, will in- Wednesday, July 16. Participants will lenge grant to encourage the Westfield porting the ongoing efforts of indi- clude dinner, music and an open bar. cruise aboard the Spirit of NY/NJ, community and organizations to part- viduals and organizations to improve A catered champagne brunch will enjoying lunch and karaoke. The cost ner with the Westfield Foundation to the quality of life in Westfield, and be held on Sunday, June 29, in the for this trip is $58 for residents of SUPER SENIORS...First Congregational Church members Emily Norwine and launch this program in Union County, also taking leadership roles in new Nazareth Center behind the Main Scotch Plains and Fanwood and $60 Ben Evans received the church’s 2014 Alexander Award for their outstanding where approximately 100 youth be- initiatives like Roots & Wings to ad- Church beginning at 11:30 a.m. for all other seniors. contributions to the life of the church. They are pictured with Bill Woods, who come at risk annually. Every dollar dress emerging or underserved needs Families are welcome. Tickets are The bus will depart at 9:15 a.m. awarded the scholarship on behalf of the trustees at the church’s Senior Recog- donated will be matched by the in the Westfield area. available during normal weekday from the Scotch Hills Country Club, nition Sunday on June 8. Westfield Foundation, doubling a In 2013, the Foundation awarded hours at the Nazareth Center, at a located at 820 Jerusalem Road in donor’s contribution. more than $260,000 to 38 grant ap- cost of $25 for adults and $12.50 for Scotch Plains, and return at 5:30 p.m. Youth in the foster system nor- plicants. Among the opportunities for children age 10 and under. Interested persons may sign up at Norwine, Evans Receive mally age out at 18. Their existing donor giving to the Westfield Foun- Other events being planned as the the Scotch Plains Recreation Office, support system is suddenly disrupted, dation has been to establish a “legacy” year progresses include a Family Room 113, located in the Scotch and they face staggering challenges. fund in an individual or family’s Picnic on Saturday, September 6, Plains Municipal Building at 430 Park FCC Alexander Award Hurdles include homelessness, which name. The annual investment income and a golf outing at Shackamaxon Avenue. They also may call (908) WESTFIELD – Emily Norwine an active program of education, can lead to human trafficking; insuf- from a legacy fund will support the Country Club currently scheduled 322-6700, extension no. 221 or 223, and Benjamin Evans have been se- service and fellowship for chil- ficient education, few employable Foundation’s yearly giving both im- for Monday, September 15. or sign up online by accessing lected as the recipients of the 2014 dren and teens. skills, no financial resources and no mediately and in perpetuity, and is a Information, including times, dates, scotchplainsnj.com and clicking on Alexander Award bestowed by the The First Congregational Church dependable relationships for guid- lasting legacy of generosity for fami- locations, costs and reservation dead- Community Pass. First Congregational Church of is located at 125 Elmer Street in ance. lies in the Westfield community. Westfield. Named in memory of Westfield. For additional informa- “We are grateful to the Westfield For grant, donor or family fund longtime members Edna and John tion, call the church office at (908) Foundation for assuming a leader- information, contact Executive Di- Seasons Meeting to Feature Alexander, the award is given an- 233-2494 or visit the church ship role to get our local program rector Elizabeth Chance at nually to one or more high-school website at fccofwestfield.org. underway. Union County, like other [email protected]. For N.J. Mental Health Players seniors who have made a signifi- counties throughout the state, has lim- more information about the Westfield cant contribution to the life of the Westfield Area Y Plans ited resources available to prepare or Foundation, visit WESTFIELD — The New Jersey The message of “No one is alone” church. support these young adults,” said thewestfieldfoundation.com. Mental Health Players will present in any struggle will be presented Both Emily and Benjamin have Welcome Wednesdays an educational program at the Thurs- through two relevant scenes where been leaders in the church’s youth WESTFIELD — The Westfield day, June 26 meeting of Seasons. audience members will be able to fellowship program and attended Area Y will offer Welcome Wednes- Seasons is a support group for di- ask questions and offer suggestions several summer mission trips. days between July 2 and July 30 at vorced, separated and widowed in- to the role players as they confront Emily also has participated in the the Main Y Facility, located at 220 dividuals of all faiths, as well as for a dramatic dilemma. Audience par- church’s vocal and bell choirs since Clark Street in Westfield. Free and anyone who has experienced the loss ticipation and feedback are key kindergarten and is an assistant in open to the public, this will be an of a relationship. All are welcome. components of this program, which the church school. A senior at opportunity for people to try the Y at Realistic scenarios involving has been in existence for more than Cranford High School, she will no cost. No registration is required. mental-health challenges will be 35 years in New Jersey. attend Boston University in the fall. A schedule of group exercise/ presented in an interactive theatre Seasons is designed to provide Emily is the daughter of Mark and TRX® classes, water exercise classes format. Sponsored by the Mental assistance in the journey toward the Katie Norwine. and open gym, swim and racquet- Health Association in New Jersey, healing of emotions and spirit Ben was recognized for his lead- ball times is available at the Wel- Inc., the New Jersey Mental Health through group discussions, guest ership in the annual “30 Hour Fam- come Center. If a participant de- Players is a troupe of trained volun- speakers and social activities. Meet- ine,” a multi-church program de- cides to become a member after try- teers that provides a dynamic way ings are held every second and fourth signed to raise awareness and money ing the Y on a Welcome Wednesday, for audiences to receive basic edu- Thursdays, from 7:15 to 9 p.m., in to fight hunger. He is a senior at the the Joiner’s Fee will be waived, rep- cation about mental-health issues the St. Helen’s Roman Catholic Union County Magnet School and resenting a savings of $100. For and become sensitized to the stigma Church activities center building, will attend Allegheny College in more information, contact Leo that often is associated with having located at 1600 Rahway Avenue in the fall. He is the son of Bob and Gonzalez at these challenges. Westfield. For more information, call Cynthia Evans of Fanwood. [email protected] or Joan Hernandez at (908) 930-2791. The students received their (908) 233-2700, extension no. 271. HELPING YOUTH SOAR...The Westfield Foundation presents representatives Bethel Baptist Posts awards, consisting of a check and To learn more about Westfield Area from Roots & Wings with a “check” for $40,000. Pictured, from left to right, are: a certificate, at the church’s an- Y programs, visit westfieldynj.org. Kim Spangenberg, executive director of Roots & Wings; Joe Masterson, Union Stroke Risk Screening See it all on the Web! nual Senior Recognition Sunday Financial assistance is available for County Leadership Council member and Roots & Wings spokesman, and WESTFIELD — A free stroke risk on June 8. The First Congrega- those who qualify. Elizabeth Chance, executive director of the Westfield Foundation. assessment screening will take place www.goleader.com tional Church, a member of the this Saturday, June 21, from 10 a.m. United Church of Christ, provides to 1 p.m., at the Bethel Baptist Church. The church is located at 539 Trinity Place in Westfield. Sponsored by Atlantic Health Sys- Work Related Accidents tem Overlook Medical Center Com- munity Health Department, the screening will include blood pres- sure; pulse check; total cholesterol, Workers’ Compensation HDL and risk ratio; blood sugar; Body Mass Index; risk assessment coun- www.uniquecruiseandtravel.com seling by healthcare professionals, and stroke prevention education. Carol Bevere Kearney• Proprietor Registration is required for this 207 CENTER STREET, GARWOOD Jon Bramnick program and may be done by calling 908-789-3303 1-(800) 247-9580. 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PUBLICATION Charles Harcourt, 51, Active In Sports; Public Is Invited to ‘Café’ Was Executive With Morgan Stanley – Obituaries – Charles “Chuck” Harcourt, 51, of Danielle; his four children, Kelsey, Arthur ‘AJ’ O’Connell, Beloved Father; On Death-Related Issues the Basking Ridge section of Ber- 20, Kyle, 18, Kevin, 13, and Karson, WESTFIELD — Imagine, A Cen- going to die, yet many people and nards Township, died at his home on 11; his mother, Mary, of Westfield; his Was Born Storyteller and Entertainer ter for Coping with Loss and the families have a hard time talking Friday, May 30, 2014. brother, Bill, of Fanwood; his sister, Center For Life Transition will host about this normal, natural part of Mr. Harcourt was very active in Kathy Bellante of Cranford, and a Arthur Joseph O’Connell, also his children, Timothy O’Connell and Union County’s first Death Café on life. Talking about it can reduce fear all the sports programs in Basking large and loving extended family. known as AJ, died peacefully on Barbara O’Connell. Thursday, June 26, for a facilitated and stress, open communication and Ridge, and was a founder of Ridge His father, James Harcourt, died Wednesday, May 21, 2014, in AJ and his family spent 10 years discussion on all things death-re- prepare families for end-of-life de- Youth Sports. in 1985. Brewster, Mass. Born in New York, living in Glen Head, N.Y. before lated. It will take place from 7 to 9 cision making. It can actually im- He was born in Westfield, where He will be greatly missed by all, N.Y. in 1920, AJ was a true child of moving to Scotch Plains, N.J. in 1962. p.m. at Rockn’ Joe Coffeehouse, lo- prove the quality of life,” she added. he spent his early years. He was a including his beloved beagle, Honey. New York City, spending parts of his An avid lifelong golfer who played cated at 20 Prospect Street in Mandi Zucker, program director 1980 graduate of Westfield High Visitation was held on Monday, early days living in the Bronx, Man- golf until he was 91, AJ was an active Westfield. of Imagine, and Doreen Hall, a Reg- School and was graduated from the June 2, at the Church of Saint James hattan, Brooklyn and Queens before member of the Metuchen Country Members of the community are istered Nurse and after care coordi- University of Southern Colorado. in Basking Ridge, followed by a moving to Stuart Manor, N.Y. as a Club, where he golfed and enjoyed invited to participate in a frank, ca- nator at the Center For Life Transi- He earned his Series 7 license, mass on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. teen. Following high school, AJ at- playing poker and gin rummy. In sual conversation about issues re- tion in Chatham, will be the facilita- and was a vice-president and mu- For further information, contact tended St. Lawrence University in 1992, AJ and Betty retired, splitting lated to dying and to learn to cope tors. For more information, call or e- nicipal bond underwriter at Morgan Gallaway and Crane Funeral Home Canton, N.Y., where he graduated as their time between Brewster, Mass. with loss when it occurs. The pur- mail Ms. Zucker at (908) 264-3100 Stanley in New York City and in at (908) 766-0250, or to light an part of the class of 1942. During and Tequesta, Fla., where AJ em- pose of this discussion is to provide or [email protected]. Purchase, N.Y. online condolence candle, visit World War II, he served as a first braced a new community of golfers individuals with an opportunity to Imagine is a free, year-round, grief Mr. Harcourt was a survivor of the www.gcfuneralhome.com. lieutenant in the U.S. Army’s Field and card players at the Riverbend share ideas, fears and dreams and to support center located in Westfield 9/11 World Trade Center attacks. June 19, 2014 Artillery, stationed first in North Af- Country Club in Florida. No matter raise awareness about the normalcy and serving all of Union County and He is survived by his beloved wife, rica and then Italy. Following the where they lived, AJ and Betty al- of death and the need to talk about it. beyond. Further information is avail- war, AJ joined the Norcross Greeting ways filled their lives with family, “Part of the mission of Imagine is able at imaginenj.org. The Center Card Company, where he enjoyed a friends and laughter. A true Irishman, to normalize grief in our society and For Life Transition (CFLT) is de- long and successful career first as a AJ was a born storyteller and enter- to create resilient ‘Good Mourning’ signed to assist bereaved adults with Westfield Library Offers salesman and later in sales manage- tainer, who knew how to spin a yarn, communities that know how to sup- support and understanding after a ment. In 1949, AJ married fellow St. endearing him to folks of all ages. port children and adults when they loss. Free year-round professional- Lawrence alumna Elizabeth Tew, The greatest legacy he passed on to are grieving any type of loss,” said led support groups are available for Access to Video Streaming known as Betty. his children was an interest in the Mary Robinson, founder and execu- adults of all ages. For more informa- AJ is survived by two daughters, world, a love of words and an endur- tive director of Imagine. tion, call (973) 908-6004. Death Café WESTFIELD — The Westfield watch movies from the library when- Anne O’Connell of Brewster, Mass. ing sense of curiosity. “Many people find it hard to talk will be held at Imagine and the CFLT Memorial Library now offers stream- ever and wherever they want.” and Kathleen O’Connell of Donations in AJ’s memory may be about death and dying and yet, in will host the next Death Café pro- ing video. This means that patrons In addition to improved download Brookline, Mass., as well as two made to the T.R. O’Connell Expend- addition to birth, it is the one thing grams in Summit and Chatham this can instantly download videos from speed, the library’s online collection granddaughters, Julia O’Connell and able Scholarship Fund, c/o St. we all have in common. Everyone is summer and fall. the library’s collection on most mo- has been upgraded to include many Miranda Tygert. He was predeceased Lawrence University, Canton, N.Y. bile and desktop devices. more recent titles. Some of the new by his beloved wife of 62 years, Betty 13617. “Our streaming video service is se- titles include Silver Linings Playbook, Tew O’Connell, as well as by two of June 19, 2014 cure and will extend the reach of the Django Unchained, My Week with library’s digital collection, thanks to Marilyn, The Iron Lady, Lawless, Seal virtually unlimited device compatibil- Team Six and Scary Movie 5. ity,” said Library Director Phil Israel. Users may browse the video selec- Clark UNICO to Sponsor “We are very excited to be able to offer tion on the library’s website, borrow our patrons an even faster way of titles with a valid library card and downloading movies from the library’s stream on most mobile and desktop Flea Market on June 28 ever-expanding online collection of devices. All videos will automati- CLARK — Clark UNICO will JC Promotions, Inc., a fund-rais- videos that includes a growing catalog cally expire at the end of a lending sponsor a Flea Market and Collect- ing company that produces flea mar- of digital feature films, documenta- period, so there are no late fees. ible Show on Saturday, June 28, from kets, street fairs and arts and crafts ries, educational and children’s favor- To download streaming video to 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. This outdoors-only shows throughout New Jersey for ites with a modern, easy-to-use view- smart phones or tablets, patrons need to event will take place at Arthur L. more than 50 organizations, is coor- ing experience. They’ll be able to visit the library’s website at wmlnj.org, Johnson High School, located at 365 dinating this event. click on the Digital Access link and Westfield Avenue, off Raritan Road, JC is offering four free spaces to then select “Download Movies.” in Clark. Admission will be free. any school organization that would GIVING A VOICE...Members of Select Business Source, the Westfield chapter Next Needle Nite like to participate by having an ex- of Business Network International (BNI), display a ceremonial check at their Exhibitors will display an array of June 12 meeting representing the $1,000 raised for Hear Me Now, which provides Set For August 1 SHERIFF’S SALE quality merchandise such as handbags, hibitor space to sell their items and/ SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-140002453 iPads to students diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder to help them to FANWOOD — There will be no SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY sports collectibles, jewelry for all ages, or promote their club. If interested better communicate. The funds were matched by the BNI Misner Foundation, for CHANCERY DIVISION clothing, dollar items, gift items, gloves in reserving one of the spaces, or Needle Nite session at the Fanwood UNION COUNTY a total of $2,000. The ceremonial check was donated by L & B Printing, Inc. of DOCKET NO. F-019295-13 and scarves, toys, perfumes, antiques requiring further information, call Scotch Plains, a member of Select Business Source. Presbyterian Church in July. The next Plaintiff: HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL AS- scheduled Needle Nite will be Fri- SOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR WELLS FARGO and collectibles and garage/tag sale (201) 998-1144 or e-mail ASSET SECURITIES CORPORATION, MORT- items, all at bargain prices. [email protected]. day, August 1, at 7:30 p.m., in GAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SE- Westminster Hall on Marian Avenue. RIES 2007-14 BNI WF Chapter Helps Those VS. SHERIFF’S SALE The August program will be dedi- Defendant: MARK MARKOWSKI; KATHY SHERIFF’S SALE cated to sorting fabric for use during MARKOWSKI; WIFE OF MARK MARKOWSKI SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-140002206 Sale Date: 06/25/2014 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-14002716 With Autism Communicate the coming year. It also will be the ice Writ of Execution: 04/10/2014 CHANCERY DIVISION SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution UNION COUNTY CHANCERY DIVISION cream social night. to me directed I shall expose for sale by public DOCKET NO. F-2054-12 UNION COUNTY WESTFIELD — As business year-old son, who has been diag- If fabric, batting or yarn is needed, vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- Plaintiff: FLAGSTAR BANK, FSB DOCKET NO. F-43931-08 people trying to help each other nosed with ASD. They cannot af- TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- VS. Plaintiff: BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. Needle Niters may e-mail their re- TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on Defendant: RICHARD HARRINGTON, JUDY VS. succeed, members of Business Net- ford an iPad, but the mother thought WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of LEE HARRINGTON AND LOUISE LAI Defendant: THOMAS A. BECKER A/K/A THO- quests to [email protected]. said day. All successful bidders must have 20% Sale Date: 06/25/2014 MAS ANDREW BECKER work International’s (BNI) it would benefit her child. The boy The donated materials end up in many of their bid available in cash or certified check at Writ of Execution: 10/09/2012 Sale Date: 07/09/2014 Westfield chapter, called Select does not qualify through Hear Me the conclusion of the sales. By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution Writ of Execution: 04/29/2014 forms usable by the charities that The judgment amount is: ***Seven Hundred to me directed I shall expose for sale by public By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution Business Source, saw an opportu- Now, since the organization works Eighty-Four Thousand Seven Hundred Eighty- vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- to me directed I shall expose for sale by public receive them. Five and 93/100*** $784,785.93. TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- nity to make a difference in the with different New Jersey schools For further information about these The property to be sold is located in: The Town TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- lives of individuals with Autism than the boy attends. While they are of Westfield, County of Union, State of New WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on projects or directions to the Fanwood Jersey. said day. All successful bidders must have 20% WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of Spectrum Disorder (ASD). still in the process of buying the Commonly known as: 51 Mohican Drive, of their bid available in cash or certified check at said day. All successful bidders must have 20% Presbyterian Church, call the church Westfield, New Jersey 07090 the conclusion of the sales. of their bid available in cash or certified check at They raised $1,000 for Hear Me iPad and surprising the mother, “I office at (908) 889-8891, e-mail Tax Lot No.: 33 (fka Lot 12) in Block: 1905 (fka The judgment amount is: ***Three Hundred the conclusion of the sales. Now, a project of the Giving Hope think she’s going to be floored,” Block 480) Twenty-Five Thousand Twenty-Four and 47/ The judgment amount is: ***Twenty-Five Thou- [email protected] or visit the Dimensions of Lot (Approximately): 0.376AC 100*** $325,024.47. sand Two and 85/100*** $25,002.85. Network. Hear Me Now gives iPads said Dr. Shim. Nearest Cross Street: Springfield Avenue The property to be sold is located in the Town Concise statement of description (N.J.S.A. website fanwoodpc.org. Subject to any open taxes, water/sewer, mu- of Westfield in the County of Union and State of 2A:61-1) to students diagnosed with ASD, Using a philosophy of “givers nicipal or tax liens that may be due. New Jersey. The property to be sold is located in the Town allowing them to more easily share gain,” members of the BNI net- Subject to Tax and prior lien info: At the time of Premises commonly known as: 528 West of Westfield, County of Union and Sate of New publication taxes/sewer/water information was Broad Street Jersey. The premises is commonly known as their thoughts and words. working organization meet weekly MASTER not available - you must check with the tax Block 2708, Lot 35 410 Springfield Avenue, Westfield, New Jersey collector for exact amounts due. Dimensions of Lot (approximately): 33 feet x 07090. The money raised by Select Busi- to share networking tips and leads, Subject to Prior Mortgages and Judgments (if 145 feet Tax Lot No. 26 ness Source was matched by the helping others, which ultimately any): None Nearest Cross Street: Osborn Avenue Block No. 1905 MEMORIALS Total Upset: ***Eight Hundred Fifteen Thou- Subject to: $0.00 Dimensions of Lot: Approximately 50.51 x BNI Misner Foundation, which sup- helps their own businesses, too. To sand Eight Hundred Seventy-Eight and 45/100*** Total Upset: ***Three Hundred Twenty-Nine 422.13 x 50 x 415 feet. 524 Central Avenue $815,878.45 together with lawful interest and Thousand Nine Hundred Eighty and 96/100*** Nearest Cross Street: 152.52 feet from the ports charitable causes chosen by learn more or attend a meeting, con- costs. $329,980.96 together with lawful interest and intersection of Springfield Avenue and its members. The Westfield chapter tact BNI’s Westfield Chapter Presi- Westfield, NJ (908) 233-2350 Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- costs. Nomahegen Drive. tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- Total Upset: ***Twenty-Nine Thousand Five members were so impressed with dent Dan Weiniger. He runs the www.mastermemorials.com expenses, there remains any surplus money, the tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and Hundred Twenty-Seven and 17/100*** money will be deposited into the Superior Court expenses, there remains any surplus money, the $29,527.17 together with lawful interest and costs. the impact the iPads had on the locally-owned Home Video Studio, Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, money will be deposited into the Superior Court Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- youngsters who received them that which produces, edits, duplicates or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to expenses, there remains any surplus money, the they used the $300 prize money and transfers all types of video and and extent of that person’s claim and asking for Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature money will be deposited into the Superior Court an order directing payment of the surplus money. and extent of that person’s claim and asking for Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, from a BNI chapter competition to film. To contact Mr. Weiniger, e- The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale an order directing payment of the surplus money. or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to buy an iPad for one of their mail him at will have information regarding the surplus, if The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature any. will have information regarding the surplus, if and extent of that person’s claim and asking for member’s patients. [email protected] or call Designer • Builders of fine “The Fair Housing Act prohibits”any prefer- any. an order directing payment of the surplus money. ence, limitation, or discrimination because of There is a full legal description on file in the The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale Podiatrist Yeon Shim in Roselle (908) 301-9300. race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial sta- Union County Sheriff’s Office. will have information regarding the surplus, if treats a single mother and her 7- MONUMENTS tus, or national origin, or intention to make such The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this any. preference, limitation or discrimination” in con- sale for any length of time without further adver- The above advertisement does not constiture MARKERS nection with any aspect or a residential real tisement. a full legal description of the real estate. There is estate transaction, Zucker, Goldberg, and Ralph Froehlich a full legal description on file in the Union County Probitas Verus Honos MAUSOLEUMS Ackerman, LLC encourages and supports the Sheriff Sheriff’s Office during regular business hours. SHERIFF’S SALE equal housing practives of the Fair Housing Act Attorney: The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-14002483 in the conduct of its business.” MCCABE, WEISBERG & COMPANY, P.C. sale for any length of time without further adver- Lettered • Cleaned There is a full legal description on file in the 216 HADDON AVENUE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY tisement. CHANCERY DIVISION Union County Sheriff’s Office. SUITE 303 Ralph Froehlich SHERIFF’S SALE The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this WESTMONT, NEW JERSEY 08108 UNION COUNTY Sheriff DOCKET NO. F-8147-11 SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-140002473 Tim Doerr sale for any length of time without further adver- (856) 858-7080 Attorney: tisement. 4 T - 05/29, 06/05, 06/12 Plaintiff: VALLEY NATIONAL BANK SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY KOURY, TIGHE, LAPRES, BISCULA & VS. CHANCERY DIVISION Ralph Froehlich & 06/19/14 Fee: $161.16 SOMMERS, P.C. Sally Bauer Doerr Sheriff Defendant: LILLIAN J. DUDA, ADMINISTRA- UNION COUNTY 1423 TILTON ROAD TOR OF THE ESTATE OF KENNETH CHARLES DOCKET NO. F-036489-13 (established 1939) Attorney: SUITE 9 ZUCKER, GOLDBERG & ACKERMAN, LLC SHERIFF’S SALE DUDA a/k/a KENNETH C. DUDA a/k/a KEN- Plaintiff: BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. NORTHFIELD, NEW JERSEY 08225 NETH DUDA, LILLIAN J. DUDA a/k/a LILLIAN VS. 200 SHEFFIELD STREET (609) 383-1233 Also: 300 Rt. 37 East SUITE 301 SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-14002582 DUDA, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, FANWOOD Defendant: JOSEPH P. WAVRO AND PIERA SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY 4 T - 06/12, 06/19, 06/26 ALE HOUSE, INC. d/b/a SUN TRAVERN, RICH- WAVRO, HIS WIFE; NEW JERSEY HIGHER MOUNTAINSIDE, NEW JERSEY 07092 & 07/03/14 Fee: $173.40 Toms River, NJ (908) 233-8500 CHANCERY DIVISION ARD CASEY and PATRICIA CASEY, VASYL EDUCATION STUDENT ASSISTANCE AU- File No.: XCZ-151087 UNION COUNTY KAVATSIUK, MARIA KAVATSIUK and NICHO- THORITY; DISCOVER BANK C/O DB SERVIC- (732) 349-2350 4 T - 05/29, 06/05, 06/12 DOCKET NO. F-030950-12 SHERIFF’S SALE LAS J. BERKEY, LLC ING CORPORATION & 06/19/14 Fee: $212.16 Plaintiff: BAYVIEW LOAN SERICING, LLC, A Sale Date: 07/02/2014 Sale Date: 06/25/2014 DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-14002602 Writ of Execution: 12/11/2013 Writ of Execution: 04/21/2014 VS. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution Defendant: 354 NORTH GARWOOD ASSO- CHANCERY DIVISION to me directed I shall expose for sale by public to me directed I shall expose for sale by public CIATION, LLC; GIUSEPPE AMATO A/K/A JO- UNION COUNTY vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- SEPH AMATO, INDIVIDUALLY; WACHOVIA DOCKET NO. F-023277-12 TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION N/K/A WELLS Plaintiff: WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on FARGO BANK, N.A., GARWOOD KITCHENS & VS. WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of Gray Funeral Homes BATHS AND STATE OF NEW JERSEY Defendant: SHERRY J. RIVERA, said day. All successful bidders must have 20% said day. All successful bidders must have 20% Sale Date: 07/02/2014 ALEXANDER RIVERA, BANK OF AMERICA of their bid available in cash or certified check at of their bid available in cash or certified check at Writ of Execution: 12/04/2013 N.A. the conclusion of the sales. the conclusion of the sales. By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution Sale Date: 07/09/2014 The judgment amount is: ***One Million Nine The judgment amount is: ***Three Hundred Since 1897 to me directed I shall expose for sale by public Writ of Execution: 01/15/2014 Hundred Twenty-Nine Thousand Three Hun- Seventeen Thousand Eight Hundred sixty and vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution dred Ninety-Five and 20/100*** $1,929,395.20. 12/100*** $317,860.12. TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- to me directed I shall expose for sale by public The Property to be sold is located in the Property to be sold is located in: Borough of TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- Borough of Fanwood, County of Union, State of Fanwood, County of Union, State of New Jersey. WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- New Jersey. Premises commonly known as: 79 La Grande said day. All successful bidders must have 20% TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on Commonly known as 15 South Avenue, Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey 07023. of their bid available in cash or certified check at WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of Fanwood, New Jersey a/k/a Lots 3, 4, 5 and 6, Tax Lot # 14, Block # 56 the conclusion of the sales. said day. All successful bidders must have 20% Bolck 21 on the Official Tax Map of the Borough Nearest cross street: Stagaard Place The judgment amount is: ***Eight Hundred of their bid available in cash or certified check at of Fanwood. Approximate Dimensions: 50 x 125 x 50 x 120 Fifty-Nine Thousand Two Hundred Thirty-Nine the conclusion of the sales. Distance from nearest cross street (Terrill Total Upset: ***Three Hundred Twenty-Seven and 01/100*** $859,239.01. The judgment amount is: ***Four Hundred Road): Beginning at the point along the Northerly Thousand Ninety-Two and 16/100*** Fifty Thousand One Hundred Eighty-One and sideline of South Avenue, said point being dis- $327,092.16 together with lawful interest and THE PROPERTY TO BE SOLD IS LOCATED 47/100*** $450,181.47. tant 97.62 feet Easterly along the same from the costs. IN: Borough of Garwood, County of Union, in the Concise statement of description of real prop- intersection with the Easterly sideline of Terrill The sale is subject to any unpaid taxes and State of New Jersey. erty to be sold. Road, both sidelines extended, and from said assessments, tax, water, and sewer liens and PREMISES COMMONLY KNOW AS: 354 Municipality: Scotch Plains Township point of beginning running: other municipal assessments. The amount due North Avenue, Garwood, New Jersey 07027 County: Union 1. North 31 degrees 30 minutes 00 secoonds can be obtained from the local taxing authority. TAX LOT # 26, BLOCK # 111 State of New Jersey West 190.14 feet to a point; thence Pursuant to NJSA 46:8B-21 the sale may also be APPROXIMATE DIMENSIONS: 50 Feet X 150 Street & Street No: 49 Canterbury Drive 2. North 58 degrees 30 minutes 00 seconds subject to the limited lien priority of any Condo- Feet Tax Block: 5602 and Lot: 5 East 200.00 feet to a point; thence minium / Homeowner Association liens which NEAREST CROSS STREET: Walnut Street Dimensions of Lot: 230.07 feet x 24.86 feet 3. South 31 degrees 30 minutes 00 seconds may exist. Begun in 1876 by William Gray, in Cranford and later Incorporated in Taxes: Current through 1st Quarter of 2014* Nearest Cross Street: Copperfield Road East 195.79 feet to a point in the Northerly All interested parties are to conduct and rely *Also subject to subsequent taxes, water and Superior Interests (if any): Scotch Plains holds sideline of South Avenue; thence upon their own independent investigation to as- 1897 as the Gray Burial & Cremation Company. sewer plus interest through date of payoff. a tax sale certificate in the amount of $3074.21 4. Along said sideline, South 60 degrees 07 certain whether or not any outstanding interests Today, known by many simply as Gray’s. We continue to provide the Total Upset: ***Eight Hundred Eighty-Four as of 02/26/14. minutes 00 seconds West 200.5 feet to the point remain of record and/or have priority over the lien Thousand One Hundred Twenty-Three and 51/ Total Upset: ***Four Hundred Sixty-Seven and place of Beginning. being foreclosed and, if so, the current amount personal service that began with Mr. Gray, whether it be for burial or 100*** $884,123.51 together with lawful interest Thousand Two Hundred Fifty and 40/100*** Total Upset: ***One Million Nine Hundred due thereon. **If the sale is set aside for any and costs. $467,250.40 together with lawful interest and Sixty-Nine Thousand Eighty-Two and 38/100*** reason, the Purchaser shall have no further cremation. Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- costs. $1,969,082.38 together with lawful interest and recourse against the Mortgagee or the tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- costs. Mortgagee’s attorney.** expenses, there remains any surplus money, the tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- Gray Funeral Home Gray Memorial Funeral Home money will be deposited into the Superior Court expenses, there remains any surplus money, the tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, money will be deposited into the Superior Court expenses, there remains any surplus money, the expenses, there remains any surplus money, the 318 East Broad St. 12 Springfield Ave. or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, money will be deposited into the Superior Court money will be deposited into the Superior Court Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, Westfield, NJ 07090 Cranford, NJ 07016 and extent of that person’s claim and asking for Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to William A. Doyle Mgr. Dale R. Schoustra Mgr. an order directing payment of the surplus money. and extent of that person’s claim and asking for Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale an order directing payment of the surplus money. and extent of that person’s claim and asking for and extent of that person’s claim and asking for NJ Lic. Number 2325 NJ Lic. Number 3707 will have information regarding the surplus, if The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale an order directing payment of the surplus money. an order directing payment of the surplus money. any. will have information regarding the surplus, if The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale (908)-233-0143 (908)-276-0092 There is a full legal description on file in the any. will have information regarding the surplus, if will have information regarding the surplus, if Union County Sheriff’s Office. There is a full legal description on file in the any. any. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this Union County Sheriff’s Office. There is a full legal description on file in the There is a full legal description on file in the sale for any length of time without further adver- The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this Union County Sheriff’s Office. Union County Sheriff’s Office. John-Michael “J.M.” Jones tisement. sale for any length of time without further adver- The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this Ralph Froehlich tisement. sale for any length of time without further adver- sale for any length of time without further adver- N.J. Lic. #4869 Sheriff Ralph Froehlich tisement. tisement. 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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, June 19, 2014 Page 9 WHS Students Selected For All State Chorus WESTFIELD — An impressive 10, 2015 Women’s), Lauren Echausse number of Westfield High School (Grade 11, Women’s), Lucy Hale students were accepted into the 2014- (Grade 9, Women’s) Erin Hanlon 15 New Jersey All State Mixed and (Grade 10, Women’s), Emily Women’s Choirs. A total of 11 were Holtzman (Grade 9, Women’s), selected from almost 2,000 high Katherine Ko (Grade 11, Mixed), school singers across New Jersey. Hasitha Kakileti (Grade 11, Photo courtesy of Tanya and Derrick Evans SPANNING THREE DECADES…Past and present students of Anne Marie In November 2014 and February Women’s), Alex Cestero (Grade 9, Petriano gather for a group photo as a parting gift for her retirement after 30 of 2015, the following Westfield High Mixed), and Julian Mone (Grade 11, years as a teacher at Tamaques Elementary School in Westfield. School students will have the thrill of Mixed. performing at the New Jersey Per- “I am so proud of these talented forming Arts Center alongside other singers,” stated John Brzozowski, Tamaques Teacher’s Students SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS...The College Woman’s Club of Westfield has select high school students from Westfield High School’s vocal music awarded $44,000 in scholarship money to seven young women from Westfield to around the state inlcuding Laura teacher. “This is quite a distinction, help them pursue their college educations. Pictured, front row, left to right, seated, are: Amanda Schwarz and Kelsey Hall. Pictured, standing left to right, Surace (Grade 9, 2015 Women’s and it will be a wonderful experience Gather for Parting Photo are: College Woman’s Club President Pat Colbert, Christine Ferraro, Elena Chorus), Noah Bram (Grade 9, 2014 for them to showcase their talents on WESTFIELD – Students, past and could be captured for Mrs. Scarano, Alicia Kohl, Agatha Magierski, Ida Chen and Scholarship Chair Mixed), Jessica Zimmerman (Grade a statewide level.” present, honored Anne Marie Petriano’s memories. Deirdre Trabert Malacrea. Petriano’s retirement after nearly Tamaques Principal Michael 30 years of service at Tamaques Cullen summed up Mrs. Petriano’s Elementary School in Westfield, by attitude and impact, stating, “She College Woman’s Club of gathering for a group photo on May ends every Back-To-School Night 27. Almost 200 students were presentation with the same words. present for the photo taken in the ‘I haven’t worked a day in my life.’” Westfield Awards Scholarships gym at Tamaques School at the re- WESTFIELD — The College pursuing physics, stating, “We in quest of Mrs. Petriano for what Woman’s Club of Westfield (CWC) the Physics Department feel fortu- would be her retirement gift. has announced the results of its nate to have someone of Kelsey’s Mrs. Petriano was moved by the 2014 Scholarship program. The caliber as one of our members.” experience, noting, “To reunite with club has awarded $44,000 in schol- Drawing on past jobs and volunteer many former students touched me arship money to seven young efforts in the healthcare arena, deeply....I will forever be grateful women from Westfield to help them Kelsey intends to apply to medical for this truly unique and loving pursue their college educations. The school after graduation and work as evening.” recipients were selected based on a doctor. “The huge response we got from academic achievement, community Alicia Kohl is a conscientious Mrs. Petriano’s students is a testa- service and financial need. student who consistently applied ment to how much she is loved as a The awards were presented at the herself to Westfield High School’s teacher,” stated Binaifer Vesuna, club’s annual Scholarship Dinner rigorous coursework, including Tamaques PTO event chair. held on May 27 at Echo Lake Coun- three Advanced Placement math- Westfield Councilman Keith try Club in Westfield. ematics classes in her senior year. Loughlin, a student of Mrs. Amanda Rhodes According to Scholarship Chair- Taking the Computer Science class ALL STATE CHOIR... An impressive number of Westfield High School students Petriano’s first Tamaques class, was person Deirdre Trabert Malacrea, in her junior year established her were accepted into the 2014-2015 New Jersey All State Mixed and Women’s included in the photo. He also pre- Amanda Rhodes “As always, the club received ap- interest in computer programming, Choirs. Pictured, first row, left to right, are: Laura Surace, Noah Bram, Jessica sented Mrs. Petriano with a town plications from many strong candi- which has become her future field Zimmerman, Lauren Echausse and Lucy Hale. Pictured, second row, left to right, and state resolution which recog- Graduates Lehigh dates. Through the generosity of of interest. are: Erin Hanlon, Emily Holtzman, Katherine Ko and Hasitha Kakileti. Third nized her extraordinary service at BETHLEHEM, Pa. — Amanda our members and donors, the club Outside of school, she volunteers row, left to right, are: Alex Cestero and Julian Mone. Westfield schools on behalf of him- Rhodes of Westfield graduated from is once again in the fortunate posi- at her church camp, is an active self and Mayor Andy Skibitsky. Lehigh University on May 19 with a tion to make a real and positive member of the Debate Club, and Tanya and Derrick Evans, psychology major and minor in clas- impact on the academic careers of takes drum lessons. Alicia will Rotary Presents $99,000 To Tamaques parents whose daughter sics (Latin and Greek). She will con- young women from Westfield.” proudly represent her family as its had Mrs. Petriano as their teacher, tinue her education this fall in the This year’s scholarship winners first member to pursue a four-year captured the student group’s photo. Doctor of Psychology Combined are: college education. She will con- College-Bound Scholars Attendees signed a photo board cre- School and Clinical Psychology pro- Ida Chen, who moved to Westfield tinue her education next year at WESTFIELD – Westfield Public $15,000, one in honor of Rotarians ated for the event where messages gram at Kean University. with her family from a small town Stevens Institute of Technology, ma- Schools Superintendent Dr. Margaret Living and Deceased, and the other in Amanda earned Dean’s List her in Ohio while in elementary school joring in cyber security. Dolan and Westfield High School Prin- memory of Linda Read for Studies in Biglin Participates in last four semesters at Lehigh and to take advantage of the town’s ex- Agatha Magierski, a quadruplet, cipal Peter Renwick were honored the Health Sciences, was awarded to completed a Senior Psychology The- cellent school system. During her learned early on to take charge of guests as the Rotary Club of Westfield Michael Magierski, who will attend Alternative Spring Break sis analyzing the impact of romantic time at Westfield High School, Ida her life. Agatha has demonstrated a and Westfield Rotary Club Foundation George Washington University. Linda WESTFIELD – Kelley Biglin of relationships on body image. She also has challenged herself with honors love of languages and an adventur- presented 20 local college-bound stu- Read Health Sciences scholarships of Westfield spent spring break serv- assisted the Psychology Department classes and advanced placement ous spirit, learning French and Man- dents with scholarships totaling $99,000 $2,000 each went to Kaitlin Abrams ing others through James Madison as a teaching assistant and a research classes, earning induction into the darin in high school plus attending at the organization’s annual Scholar- for Colgate University and Elena University’s Alternative Spring assistant. National Honor Society. Polish school, where she earned a ship Awards Luncheon held at the Scarano, who will attend Loyola Uni- Break Program. Kelley, a sopho- While at Lehigh, Amanda was a Ida played on both the JV and perfect score on the Polish Regents Westfield Area YMCA on June 3. versity. more theatre and dance major, trav- member of the University Student varsity volleyball teams, as well as exam. Agatha took it upon herself Elizabeth Ensslin, co-chairwoman Two $5,000 Scholarships in Memory eled to Trujillo, Peru to volunteer Senate, was a Peer Value Educator joining the track and field team as a to research opportunities to partici- of the foundation’s scholarship com- of Rotarian Harry Sturcke were awarded with Espaanglisch. focusing on anti-hazing, bystander pole vaulter. She finds time to vol- pate in the U.S. State Department’s mittee, presided over the scholarship to Caroline Tanis, who will attend St. Students participating on this trip bullying and social decision making, unteer at the Westfield Memorial National Security Language pro- presentations in collaboration with the Joseph University, and Ida Chen for the spent the week with low-income fami- and a member of Alpha Phi Sorority. Library, Children’s Specialized gram, immersing herself in both selection committee comprised of University of Miami. Victor Magierski lies and children from unprivileged In her free time, she helped mentally Hospital, and serves as a tutor. Ida language and culture, while spend- Rotarians Marcus Millet, co-chairman; for Northeastern University and Chris- neighborhoods in Trujillo. The group challenged adults, tutored young will attend the University of Miami ing last summer in China. Mary Ellen O’Boyle, Nancy Jackson topher McGlynn, who will attend Syra- helped the community through lit- adults for their GED-prep classes at this fall, pursuing a degree in biol- Her determination led Agatha to and Philip Richardson. Criteria for con- cuse University, each received $3,000 eracy support, the creation and orga- the county prison, and assisted with ogy/biochemistry with an interest play the position of goalie for the sideration, according to Ms. Ensslin, in memory of Mr. Sturcke. nization of after-school sports pro- an after-school program for under- in forensics. varsity field hockey team. She has are based on academic achievement, Two $5,000 scholarships designated grams, site maintenance and painting privileged preschoolers. Christine Ferraro, recipient of this put her skills to work volunteering service to the community and financial for the study of law memorializing and the creation of a mural design. Amanda is a graduate of Kent Place year’s Past Presidents’ Award, is a at Children’s Specialized Hospital need. Recipients must be residents of Rotarian Robert Read and his wife, Students practiced “living simply” in School, Class of 2010. She is the student who works hard both in the and also as a tutor. Agatha plans to the town who are graduating seniors Winifred, were presented to James order to be more immersed in the daughter of Mark and Kimberly classroom and on the athletic field. study biology with a pre-med ori- enrolled in accredited high schools. Schiano for Ohio State, and Austin culture and stayed with local resi- Rhodes of Westfield and sister to 2d Christine has been a four-year mem- entation at Tulane University in New “The committee members are to be Hatch, who will attend Colgate Uni- dents of Trujillo. LT Christopher Rhodes of the USAF. ber of the cheerleading squad, serv- Orleans. congratulated on their diligence,” Ms. versity. ing as captain her senior year. Her Elena Scarano is a dedicated stu- Ensslin stated. “The applications and Thomas Gerris was presented with Call for information on our true passion is playing softball, and dent-athlete who has the rare abil- supporting detail are carefully reviewed $3,000 from the Estate of Georgianna her strong play and leadership skills ity to excel in a variety of efforts. and every candidate receives a per- Pollack for studies at Ohio State Uni- Jumbo Pricing Special helped guide the team to champi- Elena is a four-year letter earner for sonal interview. As we come to know versity. Andrew Capuano received onships and led to personal honors the WHS varsity volleyball and var- the applicants pretty well through the $3,000 from a fund in memory of ROBERT DENA at the all-county and all-area level. sity softball teams and served as the process, it is especially gratifying to Rotarian Weyman Steengrafe and will Christine’s academic interest lies captain of both teams this year. present them with their scholarships.” attend Bucknell University. Mortgage Loan Officer SM in math and science classes. In ad- Elena has received numerous per- Michael Miller, who is chairman of Joseph Vricella-Stokes, who will 973-568-0902 dition to her school and athletic sonal awards within Union County the Rotary Foundation board, stated attend Tulane University, and Jeremi 1 LINCOLN PLAZA commitments, Christine volunteers and the conference. In volleyball, that nearly $3 million has been DeDea, going to Rutgers Univer- [email protected] WESTFIELD, NJ 07090 at Children’s Specialized Hospital, she was selected as nj.com’s 2013 awarded to Westfield scholars since sity, each received $3,000 from the Call for a free review of your current mortgage or babysits, and coaches in summer Defensive Player of the Year. Elena the inception of the club’s scholarship fund honoring Rotarians Living and get an in-depth pre-approval for your new dream home. softball leagues. Christine will be has been very involved with fund in 1923. Deceased. Scholarships valued at NMLS # 403800 attending Cabrini College this fall, Westfield High School’s annual “Rotary’s group of scholarships are $1,750 each honoring Rotarians pursuing a degree in exercise sci- “Pink Out” fundraiser for the Susan financed by proceeds from the club’s Living and Deceased were pre- SHERIFF’S SALE ence. G. Komen Foundation in support of yearly Pancake Breakfast, Grand Raffle sented to Deirdre Romer, who will www.goleader.com SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-14002932 Kelsey Hall was awarded the Ruth breast cancer research. and a fund managed by the Westfield attend the Fashion Institute of Tech- SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY SHERIFF’S SALE CHANCERY DIVISION Houghton Scholarship as an under- Elena will continue her volley- Foundation comprised of donations and nology, and to Harry Brafman for UNION COUNTY graduate grant. She is a 2012 gradu- ball career, playing for Loyola Uni- bequests by Rotarians, their families Rutgers University. SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-14002951 DOCKET NO. F-041159-13 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY Plaintiff: TD BANK, N.A. ate of Westfield High School (WHS) versity, Maryland. She intends to and friends,” Mr. Miller said. CHANCERY DIVISION VS. UNION COUNTY Defendant: THE FRANK GROUP, LLC, THE who recently completed her second focus her course work in prepara- Betsy Chance, executive director of DOCKET NO. F-014746-12 PET SHANTY, INC., CHARLES D. FRANK, AND year at Villanova University. There tion for a career as a speech thera- the Westfield Foundation, and several Plaintiff: PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION FRANCES FRANK VS. Sale Date: 07/16/2014 she is a physics major who achieves pist. trustees were in attendance and joined Defendant: VIKKI J. CRUZ; VICTOR F. CRUZ, Writ of Execution: 03/24/2014 JR; BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution strong grades while taking a gruel- Amanda Schwarz, the winner of in the presentations. Sale Date: 07/16/2014 to me directed I shall expose for sale by public ing load of science and mathemat- the Marge McCornack Memorial On behalf of the Westfield Founda- Writ of Execution: 02/03/2014 vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- ics coursework and working after Scholarship, is a strong student at tion, two top scholarships were to me directed I shall expose for sale by public TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of class. Her advisor, Prof. Morgan Westfield High School. She has awarded in memory of Charles and TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- said day. All successful bidders must have 20% Besson, commended Kelsey for taken seven honors classes and five Florence Wallace totaling $15,000 TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on of their bid available in cash or certified check at WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of the conclusion of the sales. being one of the rare young women AP classes. Amanda was inducted each to be paid over the course of four said day. All successful bidders must have 20% The judgment amount is: ***Eight Hundred of their bid available in cash or certified check at Seventeen Thousand Eight Hundred Eighty-Six into both the National Honor Soci- years. They went to Agatha Magierski, the conclusion of the sales. and 95/100*** $817,886.95. ety and the French National Honor who will attend Tulane University, The judgment amount is: ***Two Hundred The property to be sold is located in the Town- Forty-Four Thousand Six Hundred Forty-Six and ship of Scotch Plains in the County of Union and Society. and to Alicia Kohl, who will attend 13/100*** $244,646.13. State of New Jersey, commonly known as 2507 US Highway 22 a/k/a 2507 Route 22, Scotch Along with Amanda’s strong aca- Stevens Institute of Technology. JMU Announces Property to be sold is located in the Township Plains, New Jersey. demic record, she is very involved Two more Wallace Foundation schol- of Scotch Plains in the County of Union and State Tax Lot No. 8 in Block No. 4802 of New Jersey. Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) 152 feet x in both WHS and the broader com- arships equaling $2,500 each were pre- Dean’s List Premises commonly known as: 536 Forepaugh 252 feet Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076-1602. Nearest Cross Street: Victor Street munity. She is a highly regarded sented to Michelle Kostyack, who will HARRISONBURG, Va. – James Being Known as Lot 10, Block 402 on the Additionally, the sum of $28,939.65 is the camp counselor, an avid horseback attend Ohio State University, and Mat- Madison University announced that official Tax Map of the Township of Scotch Plains. amount represented to Plaintiff, by the Tax Susquehanna Dimensions: 118.00 x 75.00 x 118.00 x 75.00 Collector’s Office for the Township of Scotch rider who won the “Outstanding thew Nuzzo, who will attend Stevens Kelley Biglin of Westfield has been Nearest Cross Street: Weaver Street Plains and/or Tax Certificate Holders, as being Announces Dean’s List Subject to any unpaid taxes, municipal liens or outstanding on account of taxes and/or other Junior Instructor Award” twice, and Institute of Technology. named to the Dean’s List for the other charges, and any such taxes, charges, liens due and owing through June 30, 2014. This SELINSGROVE, Pa. — Three lo- is the First Lieutenant for her riding Michael Ionta, who will attend St. spring 2014 semester. Students who liens, insurance premiums or other advances sale is also subject to any and all other unpaid made by plaintiff prior to this sale. All interested taxes, water, sewer, municipal liens or any other cal students were named to team. Amanda also holds down a Peter’s University, was presented with earn Dean’s List honors must carry at parties are to conduct and rely upon their own charges which maybe due and owing whether independent investigation to ascertain whether set forth herein or not. ALL INTERESTED PAR- Susquehanna University’s Dean’s List job during the school year in a $2,500 from the Chester A. Gerdes least 12 graded credit hours and earn or not any outstanding interest remain of record TIES ARE TO CONDUCT AND RELY UPON for the spring 2014 semester. doctor’s office. Scholarship Fund managed by the a GPA of between 3.5 and 3.899. and/or have priority over the lien being fore- THEIR OWN INDEPENDENT INVESTIGATION closed and, if so the current amount due thereon. TO ASCERTAIN WHETHER OR NOT ANY Elaine Anderson of Westfield is a Amanda’s true passion is music. Westfield Foundation. Kelley is a junior majoring in the- If the sale is set aside for any reason, the OUTSTANDING LIENS OR ENCUMBRANCES Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only a REMAIN OF RECORD AND/OR HAVE PRIOR- senior majoring in psychology. She Amanda hopes to continue this love Combined scholarships totaling atre and dance. return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall ITY OVER THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED is a 2010 graduate of Westfield High of music in her college education have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, HEREBY AND, IF SO, TO ASCERTAIN THE the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. CURRENT AMOUNT DUE THEREON. School and the daughter of Kevin and career. She will attend Drexel Total Upset: ***Two Hundred Sixty-One Thou- Total Upset: ***Eight Hundred Forty-Seven sand Seven Hundred Thirty-Five and 18/100*** Thousand One Hundred Seventeen and 95/ and Jennifer Anderson. University, where she was accepted $261,735.18 together with lawful interest and 100*** $847,117.95 together with lawful interest Jonathon Gabriel of Westfield is a into the school’s selective music costs. and costs. Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- sophomore majoring in business ad- management program. tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and expenses, there remains any surplus money, the expenses, there remains any surplus money, the ministration with a finance empha- The College Woman’s Club of money will be deposited into the Superior Court money will be deposited into the Superior Court sis. He is a 2012 graduate of Westfield Westfield is proud to acknowledge Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to High School and the son of Jon and this outstanding group of young Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature and extent of that person’s claim and asking for and extent of that person’s claim and asking for Kathleen Gabriel. women. an order directing payment of the surplus money. an order directing payment of the surplus money. Anneliese Himmel of Westfield is Applications for scholarships are The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale will have information regarding the surplus, if will have information regarding the surplus, if a senior majoring in biology. She is a available through local high school any. any. There is a full legal description on file in the There is a full legal description on file in the 2010 graduate of Westfield High guidance departments in February Union County Sheriff’s Office. Union County Sheriff’s Office. School and the daughter of Mr. and each year, and are evaluated by a The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale for any length of time without further adver- sale for any length of time without further adver- Mrs. George Himmel. committee of CWC members each tisement. tisement. Ralph Froehlich Ralph Froehlich The Dean’s List recognizes stu- spring. Funds for the scholarships Sheriff Sheriff dents who achieve a grade point aver- come from annual donations and Attorney: Attorney: PHELAN HALLINAN & DIAMOND, PC DEMBO & SALDUTTI LLP age of 3.4 or higher out of a possible legacies from members. To learn 400 FELLOWSHIP ROAD 1300 ROUTE 73 SUITE 100 SUITE 205 4.0 for the semester. 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David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times UNION COUNTY 7...Pictured, left to right, are: front row; Mike Ionta (Westfield), Tommy Trotter (Cranford) and MAKING A KEY PLAY AT HOME IN THE FIRST...Blue Devil catcher Mike Ionta put the tag on South All-Star Kyle Christian Zazzali (SPF); back row, Brad DeMartino (Westfield), Ryan Jennings (GL), GL Coach Chris Roof, Luis Amaro Cox (Millville) after a fine relay from leftfield in the first inning. The seven Union County All-Stars helped the Northwest (Roselle Park) and Ryan Kahn (Union Catholic). team defeat the South All-Stars, 4-1, at Diamond Nation on June 12. RAIDER ZAZZALI, WF’s IONTA, COUGAR TROTTER STAR ON OFFENSE; WF’s DeMARTINO, VIKING KAHN ON MOUND Union County Players Shine in Sr. All-Star Baseball Victory By DAVID B. CORBIN seniors in New Jersey. Fanwood Raiders), centerfielder “It’s a good feeling, growing up friends. We all know each other. We last year in the underclassmen game, Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Seven Union County players rep- Tommy Trotter (Cranford Cougars), playing against Ryan [Jennings], become rivals, but then we become so I know these guys a lot. I am glad Regular-season opponents became resented the 25 players from the right fielder Ryan Jennings and Head Tommy, Luis all throughout my years, good friends when we play with each to be here. It’s going to be a great teammates at the 37th Annual Senior Northwest squad and all seven came Coach Chris Roof (Governor so to finally be on their team, we are other in these All-Star games. It’s a experience,” Kahn said. All-Star Games sponsored by the Jack up smelling like roses in a 4-1, nine- Livingston Highlanders), first going to do some damage. I promise great atmosphere. It’s cool to play “It’s fun to play with everybody. Cust Baseball Academy at Diamond full innings victory over the South- baseman Luis Amaro (Roselle Park you a hit,” Zazzali said. with all these guys. It’s the best of the The competition is great. We are go- Nation in Flemington on June 12. ern All-Stars. Panthers) and pitcher Ryan Kahn “It’s going to be a ton of fun. It’s a best,” Amaro said. ing to have a fun time. I am just Two separate games, one between The seven Union County repre- (Union Catholic Vikings). lot of good players coming together. “It’s the best players in the state. looking to have fun tonight and play the Northwest All-Stars and the South sentatives were: pitcher Brad All seven were happy to be at Dia- You still want to outdo them to make It’s a pretty good feeling just to be well. Hopefully come out with a win,” All-Stars, and the other between the DeMartino and catcher Mike Ionta mond Nation and all seven had some- your school look better, but it’s all here. I am going to do my best,” Ionta said. Northeast All-Stars and the Central (Westfield Blue Devils), shortstop thing to say prior to the big game with fun here,” Jennings said. Trotter said. Ionta had been assigned to be be- Jersey All-Stars featured the top 100 Christian Zazzali (Scotch Plains- the South All-Stars. “It’s a good experience. We are all “Feels great! We played together CONTINUED ON PAGE 12

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It also had a school-record 17-game win streak, won the county championship and Will Mark 20th Anniversary was ranked No. 1 in the state and No. 10 in the country late in the season. By BRUCE JOHNSON Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times For more information about the dinner, contact Sandy Mamary at It seems that so much has changed years gives the town’s sports fans team, Cheek also played in the NFL WHS. in the past 21 years. But a quick guaranteed quality inductions for, lit- as a punter. HERE’S THE CATCH Google search for “the world in 1993” erally, decades to come. Don Feeley (’55) was a co-captain WHS catchers have to be good shows that hardly anything has The first induction took place on of the cross-country and basketball defensively – 1) to play for former changed – in the outside world, any- Nov. 21, 1994, the Monday before teams, once scoring 31 points against catcher Bob Brewster and 2) to play how. There was all the same craziness Thanksgiving Day. Why we picked Cranford. He went on to an outstand- at Edison Intermediate, a graveyard that’s going on now, just by different that day I can’t remember. But every ing college basketball coaching ca- for weak defensive catchers. But in crazies and in different places. induction has been on the Monday reer, mostly at Sacred Heart in the past 21 seasons, WHS’s varsity It was in 1993 that the Westfield before Thanksgiving at the Westwood. Fairfield, Conn. backstops have provided an added Bicentennial Commission created the And the 11th class will be inducted Pete Giordano (’79) was co-cap- bonus: a combined 16-year batting David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Westfield Athletic Hall of Fame. Its on Monday, Nov. 24, 2014. tain of the 1978 boys soccer team. He average of .404! A PERFECT INNING...Blue Devil Brad DeMartino pitched the second inning purpose was to honor the athletes, It seems like yesterday that the first is the winningest girls soccer coach Here are the catchers and their bat- and retired all three of the batters he faced. teams and coaches from the past who class was honored. But the calendar in school history, with 210 wins, in- ting average: had helped make WHS the state’s says it’s been almost 20 years now. cluding seven county and three sec- 1994: Ron Nobile .406; 1995: Craig premier public high school – in sports On that historic night Chris Campbell, tional titles. Tinervin .348; 1996: Bill Hedden UC Shines in Sr. All-Star Win as well as academics. The original Bob Clotworthy, Frank Jackson, Glen Paul Healy (’78) was co-captain of .314; 1997: Hedden .349; 1998: Dave 10-member committee – the found- Koye .212; 1999: Brian Flynn .415; CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 Kehler, Gerry McGinley, Sam the ’78 boys swim team. He won nine ing fathers, and one founding mother Mitchell, Dave Morash, Jeff Torborg, Union County and four state titles, 2000: Flynn .403; 2001: Josh Ludmer hind the plate for the first four innings took a fastball on the side to load the – didn’t have many ways to know if Lee Waring and Joe Wiendl, coaches and held four individual school .268; 2002: Ludmer .360; 2003: Mike and DeMartino had been assigned to bases. Ionta rolled an RBI groundout they were doing things right. There Gary Kehler and Merilyn Diamond, records when he graduated. He had a Murray .386; 2004: Murray .400; pitch the second inning, but it will be to short and Tyler Benson (Montville) weren’t a lot of other schools honor- and the 1924 girls basketball team 30-year career in the U.S. Navy, com- 2005: Murray .519; 2006: Murray a new experience working with pitch- belted an RBI double to left-center. ing their sports history at the time. became the first class. manding a nuclear submarine. .560; 2007: Justin Olsen .413; 2008: ers from other teams. DeMartino quickly took care of That’s changed, of course; now it The second class included Jacki Steve McCoy (’65) earned eight Olsen .375; 2009: A.J. Murray .492; “It will be interesting, learning new business on the mound in the second seems that just about every school Booth, Krissy Jeremiah, Frank letters in soccer, swimming and ten- 2010: Murray .482; 2011: Murray pitchers, but we will be fine,” Ionta inning, but the South’s only run came has a Hall of Fame. Ketcham, Kevin McGorty, Dick nis. He was a two-time state cham- .540; 2012: Mike Ionta .408; 2013: said. in the third off pitcher Max Karp The original 10 trustees (alpha- Myers, Rob Schmalz, Greg Weiss pion diver, a three-year all-American Ionta .327; 2014: Ionta .406. “It’s definitely a really fun time. I (West Essex) after a bunt single and a betically) were: Bob Brewster Sr., and Butch Woolfolk, coaches Walt and two-time “Y” National cham- See “Waffle House” on next page like to come and watch everyone play, stolen base was followed by a single George Brownell, Charles Clarkson and Carol Donner, and the pion. He also was a Big Ten finalist at KAPLAN TO TUFTS because I like to watch the talent. I am to center. After Ionta reached base Frankenbach, Lee Hale, Bruce 1977 football team. the University of Wisconsin. When listing the defensemen on only pitching one inning, so that’s with two out in the third, Zazzali Johnson, Gary Kehler, Roger Love, We were legit, and we were off and Maggie McFadden is one of six the WHS boys lacrosse team last basically the most exciting thing for came in as his courtesy runner and Sandy Mamary, Bob Petix and Ed running. coaches in school history with more week, we overlooked Jake Kaplan. me. I am friends with a lot of these stole second, but the next batter Tranchina. Health issues soon forced Over the years we’ve honored 92 than 400 wins. She coached field The senior, a three-year player who kids. There is no tension between us. grounded out to short. Frankenbach’s departure from the athletes, 15 coaches/coaches and 14 hockey (179 wins) for 24 years and will continue his career at Tufts Uni- It will be a fun time, definitely,” The South did threaten in the fourth committee, replaced by Bruce Moran. teams. softball (237) for 14, winning two versity, was injured against Ridge in DeMartino said. with two runners on base, but Trotter’s Johnson, Love, Mamary and Moran Every induction has had the “feel” county and two sectional titles. the state quarterfinals and missed the Well! The Union County seven did catch and his alertness to double up have been involved in all 10 induc- of a first class. And this year’s group Eddie Morton (’72) is the most final two games. become the best of the best. the runner at second eased the threat. tions so far. Past members include is no different, with the honorees decorated high jumper in school his- He, too, is a legacy, the son of the DeMartino retired all three batters he In the fifth West Morris Wolfpack Bill Monninger (9 classes), Carol spread out over eight decades – the tory – a three-time state champion – former Lori Koslowsky (’87) and faced in the second inning, striking pitcher Andrew Politi struck out all Donner (4) and Jim Hely (1). Round- 1920s to the 1990s. and might have been among the most nephew of former WHS basketballer out one, and Kahn fanned three of the three Southerners he faced. ing out the current board are Bill Here’s the Westfield Athletic Hall decorated in football if not for inju- Marc Koslowsky (’94), a three-year four batters he faced in the seventh The Northwest added two runs of Jordan (6), Glen Kehler (6), Owen of Fame’s Class of 2014: ries. He played collegiately at Iowa basketball who co-captained the ’94 inning. icing in the seventh. Amaro plopped Brand (4), Kathy Luckey (4), Peter Erin Allebaugh (’93) was a three- State University. team and played at Middlebury (Vt.) Zazzali fulfilled his promise of a one-out single over first, Joe Renwick (3), Steve Merrill (2), Kim sport – field hockey, basketball, track Jack Reydel (’46) was a three-sport College. Marc held the school record getting a hit when he blasted a ground- Beneducci (Mendham) and Ryan Selert (2), Bill Taylor (2) and Bob – standout in high school. She was guy in high school – football, basket- for 3-pointers in a season (34). rule double that one-hopped over the Fearon (Cedar Grove) both walked, Brewster Jr. (1). Senior MVP of all three sports, earn- ball, baseball. He went on to play in BLUE DEVIL JEOPARDY centerfield fence in the eighth inning. and Jennings’ high chopper forced The best move by the original trust- ing all-state (field hockey) and all- the College World Series for Princeton Next week’s season-ending Devil’s Zazzali also added pizzazz at short- the shortstop to make a quick deci- ees was deciding to hold the induc- county (basketball), and setting the University and later was an outstand- Den will feature “Blue Devils Jeop- stop on a play in the eighth inning and sion, but he was too late and the ball tion dinner every two years rather school hurdles record (track). ing teacher and coach at ardy,” where you can test your knowl- a pair of plays in the ninth. In the wandered into the outfield, allowing than every year, which was a consid- Sam Arbes (’38) starred in football Lawrenceville School. edge of WHS sports against other eighth, he fielded a grounder deep in two Northwesterners to score. eration. A school with the sports his- and baseball, earning all-state in foot- Megan Sheehy (’97) was co-cap- readers, both locally and around the the hole and fired to first in time to get tory of Westfield could pull off an- ball, before playing football at the tain of the ’96 girls soccer team, earn- country via the internet. South 001 000 000 1 nual inductions – or even if they were University of North Carolina. He later ing Umbro Player of the Year and all- There will be five five-answer lev- the runner. In the ninth, Zazzali chased Northwest 200 000 200 4 held every six months – but every two down a base stealer, who overran became known as “the dean of North America honors, and co-captain in els – Single Jeopardy, Double Jeop- Carolina wrestling.” volleyball, playing on two county ardy, Triple Jeopardy, Quadruple second then he added a clever short- Jeopardy and Quintuple Jeopardy – to-third-to-home rundown for the Jimmy Byrd (’28) was a three-time champion teams. Injuries slowed her, Amanda Diaz Becomes WHS state champion in the mile (he was in high school and at West Virginia. plus the critical Final Jeopardy. There third out. are “Den dollar” amounts given to Trotter ripped a single and scored second as a freshman), and also starred The 1988, ’89 girls swim teams on the basketball team. Byrd ran at went their four-year high school ca- each question. Whoever earns the in the first inning then, in the fourth Gymnastics Head Coach Lincoln University in Philadelphia. reers without losing a swim meet most fictitious money will be the win- inning, he snagged a liner and alertly Amanda Diaz, a 2007 Westfield my routine, so I make sure to always He later had a dental practice in town. under Hall of Fame coach Merilyn ner. fired to second base to double up the Andrew Cary (’87) was a three- runner. Jennings slipped a two-run High School graduate, will be the remind the girls competing on floor Head Coach of the Blue Devils gym- exercise to smile,” Coach Diaz said. year, two-way tackle in football and single under the shortstop’s glove in school record-holder in the shot put the seventh inning and drew a walk in nastic team in the fall taking over for Another former WHS gymnastics Melissa Greenwald, who retied as standout, Laurie (Hogan) at WHS. He attended the University the sixth. of Connecticut, where he was a four- Amaro looped a single and scored head coach last fall. McCormack (Class of ’99) will be Diaz, who graduated from her assistant. McCormack was on a year starter at DT and Big East Con- in the seventh inning and walked in ference shot put champion. the fifth. Ionta had an RBI groundout Montclair State University in 2011 Blue Devil team under former head Lynne Cassidy (’88) was a co-cap- in the first inning and beat out an with a Bachelors of Science in Physi- coach Ellen Kovac that was packed tain of the 1988 girls swim team, and infield single by a half step in the cal Education and Health, is currently with power, which also included Julie a member of the 1986 state champion third. Ionta was also on the receiving teaching at Edison Intermediate Elmucchio (’99) and twins Lauren medley relay. She was one of the top end of a relay to nail South team All- School. She was also a former gym- and Jessica Caravello (WHS ’02). athletes in Gettysburg (Pa.) College Star Kyle Cox (Millville) in the top of nast for coach Greenwald. McCormack was particularly known history, earning all-American honors the first inning. “Floor was always my favorite for her powerful handstands on the 25 times. After the fine relay from leftfield- event. I grew up taking dance classes, floor exercises and balance beam, Stephen Cheek (’95) was a two- to-short-to-Ionta held the South score- along with gymnastics, so I enjoyed and Tsukahara maneuver in the vault. way starter on the football team (quar- less in the first inning, the Northwest being able to incorporate my power “As new coaches we are looking to terback and linebacker) and an un- responded with two-runs on three when I tumbled and my rhythm when carry on the legacy of Westfield High beaten pitcher on the ’95 baseball hits. Bob Shannon (Mt. Olive) tapped I danced. The floor exercise allowed School varsity gymnastics. We an- IN THE BEGINNING...On Nov. 21, 1994 the Westfield Athletic Hall of Fame held me to express myself and have fun. I ticipate an exciting, fun and success- its first induction dinner. Among the honorees that night were coach Gary Kehler an infield single, Trotter lined a single Probitas Verus Honos (second from right) and four of his state champion wrestlers, (from left) Frank to left and Mark Turi (Morristown) always had a smile on my face during ful 2014 season,” Coach Diaz said. Jackson, Dave Morash, Joe Wiendl and Chris Campbell.

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Devil’s Den A Little ‘Common Sense’ Would Go a Long Way

By BRUCE JOHNSON Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times When Dire Straits frontman Mark that a retiree must sever his/her rela- to remove themselves from the school Knopfler wrote “Telegraph Road” in tionship with that district for 180 days district for 180 days or six months. 1982, he had no idea they lyrics would (six months or an academic year). It’s just a dumb rule. The coaching be brought up in 2014 concerning a Senators Tom Kean and Peter position (pay) is not pensionable, retiring teacher and cross-country coach Barnes, state assemblyman Pat therefore why would it be illegal to at Westfield High. But there they are: Deignan and local lawyer Jon volunteer as a coach, and jeopardize “… then came the churches, then Bramnick have taken up the cause for your pension? The sad thing is they’re came the schools, then came the law- Hornish, and others, and put correc- going to fix it. It’s going to be changed. yers, then came the rules ...” tive legislation before the state assem- But I don’t know if it will be changed The words were poignant back in bly in Trenton. But it has to be acted in time for Thom.” 1982 and they also hit at the crux of upon by June 30. At that time Hornish’s There is no questioning the gov- the current situation of Thom Hornish, pension kicks in and it would be in ernment trying to save money by pre- the distinguished WHS teacher who jeopardy if he is in violation of the venting more old-school “double dip- has also carved his niche as the only current rules. [The Assembly Educa- ping” on its watch. But, on the other coach the school’s girls cross-coun- tion Committee unanimously passed a hand, you’ve got a 40-plus-year try team has known. Retiring now bill last week that would allow retired teacher who would like to retire and after 40-plus years as a social studies teachers to stay on as coaches, as long collect his well-earned pension, but teacher, Hornish wanted to coach the as they earn less than $10,000 per year. still has a “coaching Jones” and is team one more season this fall. Not an That was in the case of Metuchen even willing to volunteer his time to unreasonable request, you would soccer coach Ken Graf, who is in a continue that passion for one more think. Especially given that Jack season. There is no “double dip” when David B. Corbin (May 11, 2014) for The Westfield Leader and The Times similar situation to Hornish. FINAL OUT OF THE GAME...Second baseman Tyler Bowman, background, throws to first baseman Cal Robertshaw for Martin retired from teaching in 2005 [“This bill adjusts what was an unin- the coach is volunteering his time. the final out to earn the Blue Devils the Union County title with a 5-3 win over Governor Livingston at Kean University. but continued on as the paid boys tended consequence of the pension re- A little common sense wouldn’t cross-country coach until June 2012. form legislation,” said Diegnan, the hurt. And Hornish will get his “day in “Thom’s problem was caused by bill’s sponsor. “And the fact that it passed court” today when he travels to Tren- DeMARTINO, ANDROCONIS, BUNTING WERE ERA ‘ACES’ the pension reform legislation of unanimously on both sides of the aisle ton to state his case. 2011, which prevents someone from with the support of all members really “This is not how I wanted to step continuing in the same position for shows that it has universal support.” down,” said Hornish, who has seen six months,” Martin said. “But it [But …[Said Hornish: “The biparti- the girls team grow from just 10 mem- Pitching Led Blue Devil Nine makes no sense, since coaching is a san Education Committee unani- bers in that initial fall of 1980 to an non-pensionable position.” mously approved the change to the amazing 141 last fall season. “I’ve But “ … then came the lawyers, legislation allowing for retired teach- worked tirelessly to build the pro- then came the rules … ” ers who have been coaches to continue gram and our tradition as Walt To UCT Crown, 20-4 Record In 2011-12 a ruling by the N.J. with no infringement on their pension Clarkson, my mentor, would have State Treasury Division of Pension, wanted it to be built. I’m not a as their salaries were never part of the Prepared by DAVID B. CORBIN and all three came within the first six Fanwood Raiders, 5-2, in the perhaps linked to Internal Revenue pension. The proviso is a ceiling of Westfield kid. I didn’t wear the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times games of the season when their record quarterfinals and the Bridgewater- Service rules, put in place a law that $10,000. Now, Senators Kean and Westfield Blue and White. (note: Control pitching from a host of was sitting at 3-3. By season’s end, Raritan Panthers, 5-0, in the semis prevents people from coaching as a Barnes have a bill on the senate floor Caldwell’s colors are also blue and players, more so than in any other however, the Blue Devils recorded before ending their season with a 3-0 salaried employee or – and this is the and the Deignan Bill is also before the white.) I didn’t know Westfield even year, guided this year’s Westfield High seven shutouts and in four games, loss to Millburn in the championship kicker! – as a volunteer with no pay. Assembly. They vote on it. If the vote existed before I came here in August School baseball team that, after a held their opponents to just one run. game. Hornish wanted to come back for one in both houses approve, the Pension 1973. But now the thought that I can’t slow start, down a smooth path that Another interesting fact was the In the Bridgewater-Raritan game, last season, even in a non-pay status, Commission Reviews to ensure that it be a part of Westfield cross-country yielded 17 straight victories, includ- Blue Devils’ ability to defeat the senior pitcher Brad DeMartino prob- to be with this group of girls. But the is in compliance with Federal (IRS) because of some poorly written legis- ing 14 at home, a Union County Tour- Cranford Cougars, who became the ably tossed his best game, allowing lawmakers changed the rules to say Laws. Then, if the legislation passes lation is beyond the pale. I can’t tell nament (UCT) title and a final record North Jersey, Section 2, Group 3 just three hits, while walking two and both houses and gets approved by the you how hurtful this is.” of 20-4. champs, twice in the same week, the striking out six. In 45 innings, Pension Committee it goes to the Gov- Since its inception in 1980, the On several occasions throughout second in the UCT semifinals. Then DeMartino struck out 50 and walked ernor and he signs it. As long as it is by girls cross-country team has won 252 the season, Blue Devil Head Coach one week later, they did the same to 11 to finish with a 5-1 record and a July 1 … ”] meets and lost 32. They’ve won 15 Bob Brewster stated, “I know we Governor Livingston, the second win 1.71 ERA. Why do rules often seem to get in conference titles, 14 county titles and have good pitching to keep us in a 5-3 victory that earned Westfield its Senior Mike Androconis tossed his the way of common sense? It’s ironic, 7 sectional titles. They’ve had win games. All I ask is five runs please! 14th UCT championship. best game in a 1-0 shutout over Union since the 1776 book “Common Sense” streaks of 92 and 37 in a row. But Just five runs!” After receiving the top seed for the Catholic, allowing only two hits and by a political activist and revolution- there’s more to Hornish and his pro- Only twice did teams score more North Jersey, Section 2, Group 4 tour- one walk, while striking out six in six ary named Thomas Paine has come gram than just the wins and titles. than five runs on the Blue Devils and nament, the Blue Devils stopped innings before being relieved by jun- up often in discussions during The man who built the program only once a team scored five runs, Phillipsburg, 6-1, the Scotch Plains- CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 Hornish’s social studies classes the from scratch, the man who worked past four decades. with champion runners like Cindy This ruling would not only have a Best, Jenee Anzelone, Tina Nienburg, bearing on Graf and Hornish, but on Catie Robinson, Aimee Stout, Suzy dozens of longtime coaches in Westfield Kozub, Kellie Goncalves, Lindsay and around the state. Bob Brewster Totams, Maura McMahon, Alexis (baseball) and George Kapner (tennis) Anzelone, Sarah Mahran, Kathleen are two current WHS teachers who Salmon, Deenie Quinn, Carly Oliff, joined the staff in the 1970s and could Jenn Danielsson, and Gabby Stravach, eventually be affected by it. among many others, may be on the GOOD START...Mike Ionta (’14), a “The thing is, the rule as it reads outside looking in this fall. three-year starting catcher who had a .373 career batting average, knows that says the money a coach earns is pen- “Unless there’s a miracle,” Hornish a Waffle House breakfast is a great sion-exempt,” athletic supervisor said, “my new title of ‘Coach Emeri- way to start the day – especially with a Sandy Mamary said. “But then it says tus’ is a polite way of saying ‘Retired bowl of cheese grits. that when a person retires they have Coach.’ ”

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More photos at Pitching Led Blue Devil Nine to UCT Crown Ballyhoo Sports CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 ior Jack Bunting. In 43 innings, walked seven to finish with a 4-1 later, he tossed his way to a 3-2 vic- Androconis recorded 39 strikeouts record, a save and a 1.54 ERA. tory over previously unbeaten Day- and 13 walks to finish with a 4-2 Bunting’s best performance came in ton. Both runs were unearned, record and a 1.63 ERA. a 1-0 loss to Governor Livingston Senior Brad Norris took to the Bunting was on the mound for where he allowed four hits, struck out mound for 17 innings and recorded a 36.33 innings, struck out 24 and eight and walked none. Eight days 3-0 record and a 1.24 ERA. All five relief pitchers recorded a 0:00 ERA. Senior Anthony Perconte and junior Andrew Malacrea each finished with a 1-0 record and a save. Senior Luke Iorio and junior Ben Herbster each had a 1-0 record, and junior Sean Elliott pitched 1.67 innings with no decision. That combined pitching performance earned the Blue Devils several WHS firsts, including lowest ERA (1.37), least runs allowed (54), least walks per game (1.37) and least total walks (47). Defensively, the Blue Devils committed the least WHS er- rors (31) and had the best fielding percentage (.958). Perconte, an outstanding centerfielder, led the team with a .446

batting average (BA), hits (33), runs David B. Corbin (spring 2014 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times scored (24) and 16 stolen bases in 17 STIRRING UP A LOT OF DUST...Cougar senior Matt Ravetier, left, scored 14 runs and batted .348, and on the mound attempts. He also had 11 RBI, 12 he finished with a 7-1 record with 27 strikeouts, eight walks, 52 hits and a 2.61 ERA. walks and two hit-by-pitch (HP), three triples and four doubles, while strik- TROTTER .462 BA, KNIGHT .438 BA, RAVETIER 7-1 W/L ing out only four times. Senior Mike Ionta had a .406 BA David B. Corbin (May 1, 2014 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times (28 hits), 14 RBI, 13 walks, 2 HP and WILD PLAY AT HOME...Raider catcher JT Beirne puts the tag on Blue Devil struck only three times. Senior Chris Marc Luino, No. 5, after a fine relay from leftfield to the shortstop in the fifth Cougar Baseball Boys Won inning at Bob Brewster, Sr. Field in Westfield on April 22. Arena had a .297 BA (19 hits), four doubles, nine RBI, seven runs scored and nine walks. But he was ruled “Most likely to be Hit” with seven HP’s. He also stole five bases in six Third Straight Section Crown attempts. Senior Matt Storcks whacked six By DAVID B. CORBIN interfered with when they dropped a Coach McCaffrey said. Open House Sunday, June 22nd 1-4PM doubles, three triples and also blasted Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times bizarre 1-0 loss in 11 innings to Mt. Senior Jack McCaffrey rarely saw a home run in his seven RBI day Fundamentality sound baseball put Olive in the Group semifinals. The a pitch he did not like. In his 86 at- against the Raiders in the season this season’s Cranford Cougars on the Cougars finished with a 17-7 record. bats, he had 32 hits, including eight opener, while walking 10 times, scor- highway to success once again. After “They were a group that worked doubles and a triple for a .372 BA, 11 ing 16 runs and leading the team with losing their quest for another Union very hard. They put in the time from RBI and 14 runs scored. He also stole 15 RBI. Senior Tyler Bowman had a County title with a loss to Westfield in last summer until last week. This is a six bases in nine attempts. .288 BA (19 hits) with four doubles, the semifinals, the Cougars intensi- group that knows what it means to “He was a two-year player for us. He seven RBI, eight runs scored, 13 walks fied their focus and won their third play baseball for Cranford,” Cougar played awesome defense. He helped in and three HP. straight North Jersey, Section 2, Group Head Coach Dennis McCaffrey said. many areas on the field. An outstand- Senior Chris Hogge had a .286 BA 3 championship with a 14-4 drudging Senior centerfielder Tommy Trot- ing job,” Coach McCaffrey said. with three doubles, nine runs scored, of the West Essex Knights. ter was the person that opposing pitch- Senior Matt Ravetier turned in a four RBI and four sacrifices. Senior The Cougars’ direct route for an- ers definitely did not want to allow on .348 BA (24-for-69, 2 doubles, triple) Calvin Robertshaw had three doubles, other Group 3 title was, however, base. Trotter, who led the Cougars with 14 runs scored and a team-lead- a triple and a home run that he hit in PUBLIC NOTICE with a .462 batting average (BA — ing 18 RBI. In 48.1 innings on the the UCT semis against Cranford. Se- 36-for-78) and runs scored with 26, mound, he recorded a 7-1 record with nior Marc Luino finished with a .323 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY stole 16 bases in 18 attempts. 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By DAVID B. CORBIN ers would make a dramatic come- Group 3 Honorable Mention. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times back to stun the Cranford Cougars. “We had a very deep senior class Another huge step up the ladder to With the game knotted, 8-8, enter- with 16 guys, including guys like lacrosse excellence was taken by this ing overtime, senior center midfielder Chrisitan Gordon and Thomas Walker year’s Scotch Plains-Fanwood (SPF) James Lettieri won the face-off then who paced our attack. Christian re- High School boys when they won with only 1:05 off the clock, senior ally was a true scoring threat for us their first ever division title and fin- midfielder Kevin Charos slammed having many games where he had 6, ished with a 16-4 record, the most home the game winner to give the 7, 8 points. Middies Kevin Charos wins in SPF history. Raiders a 9-8 victory and possession and Gabe Gibson did a lot of scoring The Raiders were undefeated in of the Cole’s Cup. for us from there. Our defense was the Kimber Division. They earned Trailing, 8-6, attacker Zach Ericson solid with Brian Heath, Joe Pagano, the No. 3 seed for the Union County scored on a rebound with 1:03 on the Sean Duthie and Justin Giacona. Alex Tournament where they lost to clock in regulation then with 37 sec- Cimring was our unsung do-it-all Westfield, the eventual Group 4 cham- onds remaining, Senior attacker middie and was by far the fastest pion, in the semifinal round. Christian Gordon intercepted a Cou- player on the field every game,” Coach “I couldn’t be more proud of our gar pass and sped into Cranford terri- Miceli said. team for their accomplishments this tory, giving Coach Miceli the oppor- Senior attacker Walker finished past season. We achieved the most tunity to call a timeout with 0:29 left. with 24 goals and 33 assists for 57 wins in program history with 16 and Ericson then set up senior midfielder points. He was selected All-Division David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times really set the bar high for our young Gabe Gibson, who scored with 10 Honorable Mention and Academic BIG DAY AT THE PLATE...Cougar 12s’ Will Robinson, right, singled twice, stole three bases, scored three times and added program. We won our first ever divi- seconds remaining, eventually forc- All-American. Charos finished with an RBI in the Cal Ripken District 12 Tournament game against Springfield at Gumbert 3 Field in Westfield on June 14. sion championship going undefeated ing the game into overtime. 30 goals and 14 assists for 44 points in the Kimber Divison, a perfect 10- In that game, Gordon reached a and was named All-Division Second MURPHY, RUKA, ROBINSON, JAROSZ PUT OUT CLOUT 0,” Raider Head Coach Nick Miceli milestone with his 100th career score. Team. Junior attacker Kevin Kerby said. Gordon finished the season with a fired in 25 goals and had 28 assists It was only fitting that in the First team-leading 59 goals and 21 assists for 53 points. He was selected All- Annual “Cole’s Cup” — in honor of for 80 points. He was selected All- Division Second Team. goalkeeper Cole Weber — the Raid- Division First Team and All-State CONTINUED ON PAGE 16 Cougars Top Springfield, 11-1 More photos at Ballyhoo Sports In Ripken District 12 Tourney

By DAVID B. CORBIN single, walked and scored once, and Coach Wischusen said. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Connor Katz singled and added an Starter Victor Isidoro, Dan Mad- Two breakout innings put the RBI. Evan Kanterman played first den and Jeremy Tornatore shared the Cranford 12s on the road to an 11-1, base and Chris Guiditta was a desig- pitching responsibilities for the five-inning victory over Springfield nated hitter. Springfield players, who are relatively in the opening pool play round of the “It’s early in the season for us. We new to the District 12 Tournament Cal Ripken District 12 Tournament are pleased with the way the kids format, and were coached by Dave at Gumbert 3 Field in Westfield on have been working. They have im- Pereira. June 14. proved every game. Our whole theory “I thought they may have been in it The Cougars mounted a 15-hit is to keep getting better as the season last year, but they are relatively new attack and had a number of players, goes along and we are very pleased in the tournament. They are a good who added a lot of sparks with their with the way they are right now,” bunch of kids and a great bunch of “metal sticks”. Centerfielder Mike Cougar Head Coach Rich Wischusen coaches over there,” Coach Murphy singled in all three of his said. Wischusen said. at-bats, scored once and had two The Cougars also received strong CONTINUED ON PAGE 16 RBI. Will Robinson tagged a pair of pitching performances from starter singles, scored three times and had Black and reliever Wischusen. Black Reading is Good For You an RBI. Jeremy Ruka and Jack was on the mound until he was re- Jarosz both went 2-for-3 with an lieved with two outs in the fourth RBI and a run scored. Jake DeClerico inning. He yielded one run, one hit slashed an RBI double and scored and two walks, while striking out six. once. Nick Black had two RBI, a Wischusen allowed one hit, struck single and a run scored. Pat Walsh out one and walked none. and Max Wischusen both singled “This is the fifth year that I have and scored, Andrew Toto had an RBI had most of these kids. They are all friends outside the team. They all David B. Corbin (2014 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times DIVISION PLAYER OF THE YEAR...Senior Brian Heath, No. 5, was named All-Division First Team and Division Player Probitas Verus Honos play together, they have fun together goleader.com/subscribe of the Year. He also was selected All-Group 3 Second Team. and it is an honor just to coach them,” Mary McEnerney, CRS, GRI, SRES Jean Marie Morgan NJAR Circle of Excellence Award: 1977-2013 Sales Agent Direct Line: (908) 301-2052 Cell: (908) 578-8198 NJAR Circle of Excellence 2012 Direct Line: 908-279-4441 Email: [email protected]

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David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times WHOA! KEEPING LOW...Springfield batter Hunter Gollin, No. 99, ducks to avoid a wild pitch while Cranford catcher DIVING BACK TO FIRST...Berkeley Heights base runner Tom Candeloro dives back to first to avoid being tagged out by Will Robinson snags it in the fourth inning of the Cal Ripken District 12 Tournament. SPF Raider first baseman Nolan O’Connor during the Ripken District 12 Tournament. See more at Ballyhoo Sports. Cougars Stop Springfield, 11-1, in District 12 Raider Laxers Won Division Title, Finished 16-4 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 15 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 15 In the top of the first, the Cougars fine catches in the fourth inning, but 11-1, winners over Scotch Plains- “Kevin Kerby missed seven games was named All-Division First Team Year honors. It’s tough to get that added a minor scoring threat when the Cougars erupted for six runs de- Fanwood, and the Cougars were to but came back and was a dangerous and Division Player of the Year. He accolade playing defense, but he shut Katz singled with two outs then pro- spite his fine efforts. Robinson face a tough Millburn squad. threat for us on attack,” Coach Miceli also was selected All-Group 3 Sec- down every team’s top player, so he ceeded to steal second and third, but reached on an error, stole the second “Great program! Very well coached noted. ond Team. earned it,” Coach Miceli said. Isidoro got the next batter to ground of his three stolen bases then Jarosz baseball town,” Coach Wischusen Several defenders also received “Brian Heath was our leader this Weber, a junior goalkeeper, was out to short. Springfield answered wobbled an infield single. Toto said. high recognition. Senior Brian Heath year earning Division Player of the selected All-Division First Team, All- with a threat of their own in the bot- walked, Black scribbled an infield Cranford 040 61 11 Group 3 Second Team and was the tom of the inning when Zack Gelo RBI single, but a second run scored Springfield 000 10 1 Bob Scott Award winner. lined a leadoff single and Tom when the ball was dropped. Walsh “We also got superb goalie play Savarino followed with a walk. Both singled and Katz lofted an RBI sacri- from Cole Weber and sophomore stole bases, putting runners on sec- fice fly to right. Ruka ricocheted a Scaglione to Compete Chris Duffy,” Coach Miceli added. ond and third, but Black fanned the hard RBI single off the centerfield In All-Star Grid Classic Senior defenders Pagano and next two batters and got the third to fence and Murphy mangled a two- Giacona, and face-off specialist ground out to first. run single up the middle. Westfield High School senior Joe Lettieri were selected All-Division The second inning turned out to be Springfield got its only run in the Scaglione will be one of eight Union Second Team. Giacona also was sean offensive bang as four Cougars bottom of the fourth. Hunter Gollin County athletes, who will compete in lected All-Group 3 Honorable Men- crossed the plate on five hits. Murphy drew a leadoff walk and advanced to the Phil Simms North/South High tion. bashed a leadoff single and stole sec- second on a wild pitch. After School All-Star football Classic at “I’m going to miss this class for ond then DiClerico sliced his long Tornatore grounded out to the pitcher, Piscataway High Shool on Monday, not just the success on the field but RBI double down the right field line. Jacob Pereira drilled a liner back to June 23, at 7 p.m. really helping lacrosse become a cul- Wischusen singled off the glove of Black at the mound, but an errant In three years on the varsity, ture here at Scotch Plains-Fanwood the first baseman, Robinson and throw allowed Gollin to score. Scaglione was in on 173 tackles, made and making us a premier sport in Jarosz each rapped RBI singles and The Cougars made the score, 11-1, 37 tackles for loss, nine quarterback tow. We preach ‘Family’ and every- Black’s groundout to short scored in the fifth when Robinson singled, sacks, four caused fumbles and four thing we did this year goes back to Robinson. stole second, dashed to third on a fumble recoveries. that saying. We really enjoyed com- The Cougars threatened again in wild pitch and scored on Toto’s loop- In addition to Scaglione, the other ing to practice everyday, battling the third, but right fielder John Mad- ing single into left. Union County representatives are: with each other and coming together den hauled in a difficult fly for the The next game for Springfield Shaquan Champagne (Linden), Ja- when times were hard with Cole third out. Madden added two more would be on June 15 against Westfield, son McRae (Roselle), Jelanie Mitchell Weber battling cancer. I truly loved (Rahway resident playing for Mater Courtesy of Phil Simms North*South High School Football Classic this team. I’m looking forward to See it all on the web in color . . . Dei), Charlie Terry (Summit), Hashim ARE YOU READY FOR SOME FOOTBALL?...Eight bruisers (one missing 2015 with a strong group coming Pretlow (Elizabeth), Agbai Irioka from photo), including Westfield Blue Devil Joe Scaglione, back left, are slated to back of 15 returning varsity players www.goleader.com (Union) and Dante Raymond play in the Phil Simms North/South High School All-Star football classic at and many from our 16-2 JV team,” (Rahway). 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Rosie’s Wine Bar 4 7 Kilkenny House 9, Awnings II 7 AJ Jersey 4 7 In a well played game at Memorial DeBellis Associates 3 7 Driftwood Bar & Grill 1 9 3, Kilkenny trailed 6-4 in the fourth and proceeded to outscore AGII 5-1 60+ A DIVISION over the remainder of the game to ROWING TEAMMATES...Westfield’s Kate Edmondson, center, joins her team- TEAM W L TROPHY TIME...Westfield Baseball League Grade 1 Division Team LA Dodg- mates after finishing fourth in the US Rowing Youth Nationals. Awnings Galore II 10 3 pull to within one game of first place. Creative Industries 9 4 ers finished a successful spring season. Pictured are the LA Dodgers players and Strong pitching and hitting (3H) by coaches with their trophies at Jefferson Fields of Westfield on June 14. Kilkenny House 9 4 Mike Santos and timely hitting by Edmondson Places at USRowing Li’l John’s Pizza 4 9 Hector Dominguez (3H) and Ron 60+ B DIVISION Kulick (3H) led the Kilkenny attack. TEAM W L Inaugural PAL Day Held Youth National Championships Creative Industries Too 4 7 AGII had 16 hits but were not able to Robin’s Nest 8 4 bunch them when needed. The “A” Representing Mercer Rowing, Kate Coxswain. After winning the Mid The Office 5 6 Division has three teams within one At Kehler Stadium on June 7 Edmondson, a junior at Westfield Atlantic Championships with the Associated Auto Parts 0 12 game with Awnings Galore II leading High School, and her teammates, same boat lineup by ‘open water’ Linda’s II, 18, DeBellis 3 the league at 10-3. The inaugural Westfield PAL Day including Sebastian Birse, Julianna Catherine Keve, Jenna Kugel, Lauren they were poised for a strong show- The entire Linda’s squad supported Creative 14, Li’l John’s Pizza 7 was held at Kehler Stadium on June Schuttevaer, James Csorba, John Miller and Kathryn Miller competed ing with the best crews in the country a well-pitched game by Thomas Tom Lombardi pitched five strong 7. PAL Day was conceived to pro- Czarnecki, Griffin Rooney, Ella and at the USRowing Youth National at Sacramento for Nationals. O’Neil. shutout innings before turning the mote the flag and tackle football pro- Luke Renshaw. Second grader Ben Championships held June 13 to June After three days of racing they Deegan Roofing 15, Liberty 3 game over to the Creative bullpen, grams run by Westfield PAL each Mitrow topped the leader board for 15 at Lake Natoma, nestled between qualified for the A final, which was For the Roofers, James Nardello which proceeded to make the game fall. Supported by Blue Devil Head his grade in several categories. Rancho Cordova and Folsom, Calif. comprised of the top-6 boats in the had three hits, including a long HR somewhat close. Hit leaders for Cre- Coach Jim DeSarno and many of his High School players and volun- Edmondson commutes one hour country. After a tough race, they over the left field fence and three ative were Tom Straniero, Karl players, PAL volunteers set up a va- teers also ran football related drills each way to Princeton National Row- placed fourth, which was the stron- RBI, while Tom Baldowski also con- Grossmann and Bill Reichle, who riety of fun activities for the children, like catching, longest throw, field goal ing Association (PNRA) to compete gest performance of the Mercer Jun- tributed three hits. Tom Ulichny, were perfect at the plate, and Joe who attended the event that com- kicking and football obstacle course. with Mercer Juniors Rowing Club iors team 4+ to date led by coach Ted Dennis Vuono, Dan Nigro and Rob DiPierro and Rich Wilson, who had bined football and carnival events. Some outstanding performances were six days a week. She was seated on Sobeleski, Womens Junior Coach and Stratton all went 2-for-3 for LLG. multiple hits. With the win Creative the Lightweight 4+ where she is the Manager of Rowing Programs. AJ Jersey 18, Rosies 16 moved to within one game of league For AJ, Dave Rizzo had five hits leading Awnings Galore II with a 9-4 and four RBI, Mark Marotta had three record. Westfield Majestic Captures Intercounty U14 Girls Title The Westfield Majestic girls U14 came out strong in the second half to soccer team peaked at just the right tie the game at 2-2 midway through time. Heading into the playoffs the the second half. The game was even girls ended a 3-3-1 campaign look- with five minutes left when Nicole ing to make some waves in the play- Murray blasted in a rebound from the offs and boy did they. top of the box to break the tie and The Westfield girls upset third- send Westfield to the title. seeded Scotch Plains, then beat the Westfield was led by Grace Serafin, second-seeded Clark Cougars to get Michelle Maita and its strong de- to the final against the undefeated fense with Erica and Lia Varga, Maria Cranford Sky Blue, 6-0-1 on the sea- Biegler and Stevie Hoodja holding son. off a potent Cranford attack. Marcela DOBOSIEWICZ MEMORIAL CLINIC...On June 8, the Westfield PAL con- Westfield’s potent scoring attack Avans, Jilly Schimer, Ahsley Klein ducted free boys’ and girls’ clinics at the Westfield “Y”, where WHS varsity coaches Joe Marino and Daryl Palmieri and 7 Division 1 college players from SUCCESSFUL SEASON...The Westfield High School girls golf team completed of Taylah Jordan, Julia Stokes and and Iriam Zorilla controlled the Drew Fasano pushed the attack early midfield, while Westfield was with- Westfield taught basketball to 3rd through 8th graders to honor the memory of its season with a 5-7-2 record. Pictured, left to right, are: Erin Hart, Anna dedicated youth sports coach and mentor John Dobosiewicz. Westfield PBA 90, Centrella (co-captain), Coach Katie Brenny, Molly Hart (co-captain), Elizabeth with Taylah Jordan netting the first out Allison Zager, a staple on defense Ferraro’s and Hershey’s Subs Deli and Catering generously provided t-shirts for McCabe (co-captain), Caroline Barry and Chloe Salvato. Absent was Olivia Zito. two goals of the contest to stake all season. Mikayla Pinto was in goal the event. Pictured, left to right, are: front row; Daryl Palmieri, Hailey Dobosiewicz, Westfield to an early lead. Cranford for all three playoff victories and Faith Dobosiewicz, Jack Dobosiewicz and Greg Hobson; back row, Gary Knapp, PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE got one back just before halftime and capped off a terrific season. It was Bill Ryan, Steve Reddy, Jim Lane, Russell “Boo” Bowers and Tamecka Dixon. UNION COUNTY BOARD UNION COUNTY BOARD Westfield coaches Douglas Stokes’ OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS PUBLIC NOTICE and Keith Fasano’s first county title Each attendee received a “com- turned in by Hank Shapiro and Timmy bine” card and was able to participate Allegro. To round out the fun, there NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD UNION COUNTY BOARD in their last season as head coaches. Date Adopted: 06/12/14 Date Adopted: 06/12/14 OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS in live drills to test and record their was a bouncy house, dunk tank and Public Notice is hereby given that the Public Notice is hereby given that the NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD PUBLIC NOTICE times versus other children. Drills snack bar to keep the crowds happy. Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Date Adopted: 06/12/14 ers has awarded a contract without com- ers has awarded a contract without com- included traditional events like: 40- Westfield PAL starts with the popu- Public Notice is hereby given that the TOWN OF WESTFIELD yard dash, shuttle run, vertical leap, lar and entertaining flag football pro- petitive bidding as an extraordinary petitive bidding as an Professional service Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL unspecifiable service pursuant to N.J.S.A. pursuant to N.J.S.A.40A:11-5(1)(a) (i). This ers has awarded a contract without com- broad jump, etc. Participants were gram held on Saturday mornings Take notice that application has been 40A:11-5(1)(a) (11). This contract and the contract and the resolution authorizing it is petitive bidding as an extraordinary ranked according to grade level and during the fall for ages 6-14. PAL’s made to Town of Westfield at 425 East resolution authorizing it is available for available for public inspection in the Office unspecifiable service pursuant to N.J.S.A. Broad Street, Westfield, New Jersey 07090 winners of each event received a PAL in-town tackle program is an intra- public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of the Clerk of the Board. 40A:11-5(1)(a) (11). This contract and the to transfer to MRY Westfield Liquor, LLC, of the Board. resolution authorizing it is available for football. Outstanding performances town league that provides third, fourth RESOLUTION NO: 2014-493 to be held in pocket, the Plenary Retail public inspection in the Office of the Clerk were turned in by many children, and some fifth grader’s the chance to RESOLUTION NO: 2014-496 amending (Resolution No. 2014-15) Consumption Liquor License No. 2020- of the Board. learn the game, while playing against AWARDED TO: Hartford Insurance AWARDED TO: Bauch, Zucker, 33-001-006 heretofore issued to J. Rust PUBLIC NOTICE Company, Hartford, Connecticut Hatfield, LLC., Springfield, New Jersey RESOLUTION NO: 2014-478 Enterprises, Inc. t/a Jeffrey’s of Westfield, friends and classmates for local brag- SERVICES: Renewing the Volunteer SERVICES: special counsel for labor AWARDED TO: Various Agencies previously for the premises located at 114 UNION COUNTY BOARD ging rights. Accident Insurance policy negotiations and personnel matters to in- Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Central Avenue, Westfield, New Jersey. OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS PERIOD: April 1, 2014- April 1, 2015 crease the cap for legal services The Westfield PAL is a member of Newark$135,175.00 The persons and entities that will hold an NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD the New Jersey Suburban Youth Foot- COSTS: in an amount not to exceed COSTS: in the amount of $100,000.00 Central Jersey Legal Services interest in this license are: Date Adopted: 06/12/14 $360.00 per year for an amount not to exceed $200,000.00 $22,454.00 Public Notice is hereby given that the ball League (NJSYFL). Our travel MRY Westfield Liquor, LLC, James E. Pellettiere, Clerk James E. Pellettiere, Clerk Elizabeth Coalition to House the Home- Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- teams won the league Super Bowl in Mark Yeager of the Board Chosen Freeholders of the Board Chosen Freeholders less $85,330.00 ers has awarded a contract without com- MRY Associates, LLC, three of the four divisions in 2013. 1 T - 6/19/14, The Leader Fee: $21.42 1 T - 6/19/14, The Leader Fee: $21.42 FISH Hospitality Programs petitive bidding as an extraordinary c/o MRY Associates, LLC $10,104.00 unspecifiable service pursuant to N.J.S.A. For the tackle program, players 355 Springfield Avenue PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Homefirst $113,349.00 40A:11-5(1)(a) (11). This contract and the entering third-eighth grade in fall Summit, New Jersey 07901 resolution authorizing it is available for UNION COUNTY BOARD and Plainfield Area YMCA 2014 can register online at public inspection in the Office of the Clerk OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS WHEREAS, UCBEHE, the County and $101,137.00 Objections, if any, should be made im- westfieldpalfootball.com/ of the Board. RESOLUTION the Authority entered into an Interlocal Urban League $219,046.00 mediately in writing to: Flag football registration will be Services Agreement in which the UCBEHE SERVICES: to assist homeless and at- NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Reso- Claire J. Gray, Town Clerk RESOLUTION NO: 2014-495 held later in the year. Details can be authorized and designated the Authority, risk families/individuals who are experi- lution No. 2014-513 was adopted by the Town of Westfield AWARDED TO: Hartford Insurance its agents, employees and attorneys to encing short term, non-recurring emer- found on the flag football section of Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County 425 East Broad Street Company, Hartford, Connecticut enforce all laws, regulations, ordinances gencies, by providing emergency shelter, of Union, at their Regular Meeting, which Westfield, New Jersey 07090 SERVICES: Renewing the Public Offi- the PAL website. and standards related to solid waste, pur- motel/hotel nights, rent/mortgage assis- was held on June 12, 2014. cial Bond for Bibi Taylor suant to N.J.S.A. 25:3A2-25 and N.J.S.A. tance APPLICANT: James Pellettiere, Clerk PERIOD: April15, 2014- April 15, 2015 13:1E-9, delegated to the UCBEHE in the PERIOD: July 1, 2014- June 30, 2015 MRY Westfield Liquor, LLC of the Board Chosen Freeholders COSTS: in the amount of $952.00 Probitas Verus Honos CEHA work place of Union County; and COSTS: in the total amount of c/o MRY Associates, LLC James E. Pellettiere, Clerk WHEREAS, the New Jersey Solid Waste WHEREAS, the Authority, as the Imple- $686,595.00 355 Springfield Avenue of the Board Chosen Freeholders Management Act, N.J.S.A. 13:1E-1 et seq. menting Agency for the County Plan in James E. Pellettiere, Clerk Summit, New Jersey 07901 1 T - 6/19/14, The Leader Fee: $20.40 designated each of the 21 Counties in the conjunction with the Interlocal Services of the Board Chosen Freeholders 2 T - 6/19/14 PUBLIC NOTICE State of New Jersey and the Hackensack Agreement with the UCBEHE now the 1 T - 6/19/14, The Leader Fee: $33.15 & 6/26/14, The Leader Fee: $60.18 PUBLIC NOTICE Meadowlands District, as solid waste man- Office of Health Management, has retained UNION COUNTY BOARD UNION COUNTY BOARD agement districts and required each such the law firms of DeCotiis, FitzPatrick & PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS district to adopt a solid waste management Cole, LLP, 500 Frank W. Burr Boulevard, NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD UNION COUNTY BOARD UNION COUNTY BOARD NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD plan; and Teaneck, New Jersey 07666; Weber Dowd Date Adopted: 06/12/14 OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS Date Adopted: 06/12/14 WHEREAS, pursuant to the provisions Law, LLC, 365 Rifle Camp Road, West Public Notice is hereby given that the NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Public Notice is hereby given that the of the Solid Waste Management Act, and Paterson, New Jersey 07424; and Antonelli Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Date Adopted: 06/12/14 Date Adopted: 06/12/14 Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- the acts amendatory thereof and supple- Minchello, Esq., 1000 Stuyvesant Avenue, ers has awarded a contract without com- Public Notice is hereby given that the Public Notice is hereby given that the ers has awarded a contract without com- mental thereto, the Board of Chosen Free- Suite 1, Union, New Jersey 07083, to pro- petitive bidding as an extraordinary Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- petitive bidding as an Professional service holders of the County of Union (the vide legal assistance, advice, representa- unspecifiable service pursuant to N.J.S.A. ers has awarded a contract without com- ers has awarded a contract without com- pursuant to N.J.S.A.40A:11-5(1)(a) (i). This “County”) has developed, and the New tion and, if requested, prosecute violations 40A:11-5(1)(a) (11). This contract and the petitive bidding as an Professional service petitive bidding as an extraordinary contract and the resolution authorizing it is Jersey Department of Environmental Pro- of the Solid Waste Management Act resolution authorizing it is available for pursuant to N.J.S.A.40A:11-5(1)(a) (i). This unspecifiable service pursuant to N.J.S.A. available for public inspection in the Office tection approved a Solid Waste Manage- (N.J.S.A. 13:1E-9, et seq.) and the Rules public inspection in the Office of the Clerk contract and the resolution authorizing it is 40A:11-5(1)(a) (11). This contract and the of the Clerk of the Board. of the Board. ment Plan for the Union County District and Regulations adopted thereunder; and available for public inspection in the Office resolution authorizing it is available for (the “County Plan”); and WHEREAS, the Department of Environ- of the Clerk of the Board. public inspection in the Office of the Clerk RESOLUTION NO: 2014-502 RESOLUTION NO: 2014-483 WHEREAS, the Board of Chosen Free- mental Protection has required that any of the Board. AWARDED TO: Harbor Consultants, AWARDED TO: Union County Per- holders of the County of Union has desig- attorney, outside the County Counsel’s RESOLUTION NO: 2014-500 Inc., of Cranford, New Jersey forming Arts Center, Rahway, New Jer- nated the Union County Utilities Authority Office or the Prosecutor of the municipality AWARDED TO: Harbor Consultants, RESOLUTION NO: 2014-497 SERVICES: for the purpose of providing sey (the “Authority”) as the implementing in which a violation has occurred, seeking Cranford, New Jersey AWARDED TO: Hartford Insurance design and construction administration for SERVICES: for the purposes of devel- agency for the County Plan and the Au- to represent a certified local health agency SERVICES: for engineering, land sur- Company, Hartford, Connecticut the Rehabilitation of the Clay Court looping support for the arts in Union County thority has been charged with implement- in the exercise of its delegated authority, veying and construction management ser- SERVICES: Renewing the Accident In- cated at Warinanco Park, Borough of and creating cultural and educational oping, updating and amending the aforesaid be so designated by the County Board of vices for a new parking lot at the baseball surance policy for Directors and Public Roselle, New Jersey portunities for Union County residents Plan; and Chosen Freeholders; and field in Nomahegan Park, Cranford, New Officials COSTS: in an amount not to exceed COSTS: in an amount not to exceed WHEREAS, pursuant to the County WHEREAS, the County of Union acting Jersey PERIOD: April 1, 2014- April 1, 2015 $26,700.00. $50,000.00 Environmental Health Act, N.J.S.A. 26:3A2- as the Solid Waste Management District COSTS: in an amount not to exceed COSTS: in an amount not to exceed James E. Pellettiere, Clerk James E. Pellettiere, Clerk 21 et seq. (CEHA) the former Union County desires to clearly set forth that the law firms $28,900.00. $1,955.00 per year of the Board Chosen Freeholders of the Board Chosen Freeholders Bureau of Environmental Health Enforce- of DeCotiis, FitzPatrick & Cole, LLP; We- James E. Pellettiere, Clerk James E. Pellettiere, Clerk 1 T - 6/19/14, The Leader Fee: $22.44 1 T - 6/19/14, The Leader Fee: $22.95 ment (the “UCBEHE”) now the Office of ber Dowd Law, LLC and and Antonelli of the Board Chosen Freeholders of the Board Chosen Freeholders Health Management was certified by order Minchello, Esq., retained by the County’s 1 T - 6/19/14, The Leader Fee: $22.44 1 T - 6/19/14, The Leader Fee: $22.44 PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE of the New Jersey Department of Environ- Implementing Agency (the Authority) have, UNION COUNTY BOARD UNION COUNTY BOARD mental Protection (the “DEP”) on January through the Authority, been retained by the PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS 28, 1999 to receive delegation of authority District for the Prosecution of such viola- UNION COUNTY BOARD UNION COUNTY BOARD NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD under the Solid Waste Management Act tions during the period of January 1, 2014 OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS Date Adopted: 06/12/14 Date Adopted: 06/12/14 and in accordance with CEHA performance through December 31, 2014. NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Public Notice is hereby given that the Public Notice is hereby given that the standards set forth in N.J.A.C. 71H-3.4; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED Date Adopted: 06/12/14 Date Adopted: 06/12/14 Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- and by the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the Public Notice is hereby given that the Public Notice is hereby given that the ers has awarded a contract without com- ers has awarded a contract without com- WHEREAS, on prior occasion pursuant County of Union as follows: Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- petitive bidding as an Professional service petitive bidding as an extraordinary to resolution, the County of Union desig- 1. The above recitals are incorporated ers has awarded a contract without com- ers has awarded a contract without com- pursuant to N.J.S.A.40A:11-5(1)(a) (i). This unspecifiable service pursuant to N.J.S.A. nated the former Union County Bureau of herein as if fully set forth at length. petitive bidding as an extraordinary petitive bidding as an Professional service contract and the resolution authorizing it is 40A:11-5(1)(a) (11). This contract and the Environmental Health Enforcement (the 2. This Board, acting as the Union County unspecifiable service pursuant to N.J.S.A. pursuant to N.J.S.A.40A:11-5(1)(a) (i). This available for public inspection in the Office resolution authorizing it is available for “UCBEHE”) now the Office of Health Man- Solid Waste Management District, does 40A:11-5(1)(a) (11). This contract and the contract and the resolution authorizing it is of the Clerk of the Board. public inspection in the Office of the Clerk agement as the County agency respon- hereby formally appoint and designate, in resolution authorizing it is available for available for public inspection in the Office of the Board. sible for handling matters related to the accordance with the terms and conditions RESOLUTION NO: 2014-499 public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of the Clerk of the Board. enforcement of the County Plan with re- of its contract with the Union County Utili- AWARDED TO: Maser Consulting, RESOLUTION NO: 2014-471 of the Board. spect to waste control over Solid Waste ties Authority, the law firms of DeCotiis, RESOLUTION NO: 2014-501 P.A., of Red Bank, New Jersey AWARDED TO: Union County Per- Types 13, 23 and 27 generated within the FitzPatrick, & Cole, LLP; Weber Dowd RESOLUTION NO: 2014-475 amending (Resolution No. 2012-315) SERVICES: to provide design, engineer- forming Arts Center, Rahway, New Jer- County; and Law, LLC and Antonelli Minchello, Esq., as amending (Resolution No. 2013-844) AWARDED TO: T & M Associates of ing, and consulting services for the instal- sey WHEREAS, on February 13, 2003 the Special Counsels for Union County Solid SERVICES: to revise the Governor’s Middletown, New Jersey lation of a synthetic turf system to accom- SERVICES: to provide services neces- County Plan was further amended, as cer- Waste Management District with full au- Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse SERVICES: to provide construction sup- modate two multipurpose soccer fields, sary for the execution of the 2014-2015 tified by DEP to, in pertinent part, re-estab- thority to provide legal assistance, advice, (GCADA) CY2014 Alliance Plan to include port services associated with the Rehabili- with field lighting including two adjacent season of the Sensory Friendly Theatre lish regulatory flow control over solid waste representation and, if requested, pros- the administrative allocation tation of Lake Surprise Dam baseball fields at Cedar Brook Park, program, for children with autism and re- types 10 and 25 and to transfer to the ecute, in conjunction with the Office of COSTS: in the amount of $85,500.00 COSTS: in an amount of $44,379.00 for Plainfield, New Jersey lated disabilities Authority responsibilities for the enforce- Health Management, violations of the Solid from $450,701, to $536,201, with no a new total contract amount not to exceed COSTS: in an amount not to exceed COSTS: in an amount not to exceed ment of all laws, regulations, ordinances Waste Management Act and the Rules change in funding $281,191.00 $94,200.00. $83,750.00 and standards related to solid waste, in- and Regulations adopted thereunder on James E. Pellettiere, Clerk James E. Pellettiere, Clerk James E. Pellettiere, Clerk James E. Pellettiere, Clerk cluding the County Plan and the regulatory behalf of the District. of the Board Chosen Freeholders of the Board Chosen Freeholders of the Board Chosen Freeholders of the Board Chosen Freeholders flow control provisions contained therein; 1 T - 6/19/14, The Leader Fee: $115.77 1 T - 6/19/14, The Leader Fee: $22.44 1 T - 6/19/14, The Leader Fee: $22.44 1 T - 6/19/14, The Leader Fee: $23.97 1 T - 6/19/14, The Leader Fee: $23.97 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, June 19, 2014 Page 19 YARD SALE HELP WANTED 534 Summit Ave, Westfield The Scotch Plains Recreation Saturday, June 21st, 9am - 4pm CLASSIFIEDS Department is looking to hire some Great household items at bargain Temporary Laborers. prices, including: Art, Decor, Candidates must be at least 18 Kitchen wares, picture frames and GARWOOD TOWN-WIDE YARD SALE years old and have experience more! Stop by on the first day of THE SMALL TOWN WITH A BIG HEART with grounds and landscape summer for some great deals. IS HAVING THEIR ANNUAL TOWN-WIDE YARD SALE! maintenance. Located near the train station. SATURDAY, JUNE 21st & SUNDAY, JUNE 22nd 2014 Interested candidates can apply Don't miss it! 9:00 A.M. TO 4 P.M. NO EARLY BIRDS PLEASE! at the Recreation Department located at the Scotch Plains HOUSE SALE 6/21 AND 6/22 COME HAVE A FUN DAY OF SHOPPING! LIST OF Municipal Building, 120 Elizabeth Avenue, PARTICIPANTS AND MAP ARE AVAILABLE THE DAY OF SALE, 430 Park Ave, Scotch Plains, NJ. Westfield. 9 am to 3 pm. 8:45 A.M. AT BOROUGH HALL, 403 SOUTH AVE, GARWOOD HELP WANTED Books (including Limited Editions Any RESIDENT that wishes to participate MUST pre-register by Club, Heritage Club, Folio Society), Friday, June 20th to avoid permit charges. Register at Borough Hall in Part time Position Tobacco Cards, Candy and Gum person, e-mail [email protected] or call daytime (908) 789-0710 Westfield Memorial Library Cards, Postcards, Player Piano Library Assistant for busy Rolls, Player Piano (FREE--just take Circulation Desk. Mon 11-2, Tues it away!), Furniture, Kitchenware - HEALTHCARE CLASSES POLISH CLEANING LADY 2-6, Wed 9-1, Thurs 6-9, Alt Sat EVERYTHING MUST GO! CNA classes start “Great work, Free estimates” 10-5. $12.50/hr. For additional info & to apply, please visit DOWNTOWN APARTMENT mornings & evenings, July 1st References available. HEADING TO FIRST…Lincoln School held kindergarten graduation on June CHHA, classes start If you need a hardworking www.wmlnj.org/helpwanted.asp 12 at which time 165 students participated. Pictured, students in Trish Corcoran’s Apt &/or Office space. evenings July 7th. person with great experience to No phone calls. EOE. Elmer Street. Apt: 2 floors, morning class perform a song during the ceremony. NCLEX RN/PN REVIEW clean your house or apartment HELP WANTED 5 rms+storage, 1.5 Baths, EIK. weekends July 20th. Call Agnes (908) 937-0346 Parking space, Office approx 750 Small Fanwood Office is search- Lincoln School Graduates Class of 2014 sq ft. w/ full storage basement. High Success Rates TUTORS AVAILABLE ing for a fulltime, detail oriented, WESTFIELD - The sky above was were held to accommodate both the (908) 232-7602 Humane Concepts Healthcare individual experienced in working gloomy but the atmosphere inside morning and afternoon classes. (908) 688-8184 or (908) 265-9803 Interested in keeping reading and writing skills sharp over with Excel spreadsheets. Knowl- Lincoln School during kindergarten Lincoln Principal Audrey Zavetz edge of VBA applications and graduation was bright and cheerful thanked the classroom teachers and the summer? Reasonable rates. Call B & C Tag Team Tutors. Microsoft Access a strong plus. on June 12. A total of 165 students music teacher Christina Toulios for Please send resume to participated in graduation ceremo- their help all year and paid special (908) 403-3941 or [email protected] [email protected] nies at Lincoln, the Early Childhood tribute to the kindergarten graduates. Lehigh Holds or call (908) 322-8440. Learning Center of the Westfield “It has been a year filled with knowl- CHILDCARE NEEDED Public Schools. edge, excitement, laughter, and lots Commencement TEACHER NEEDED BETHLEHEM, Pa. – More than Nannies - Housekeepers Following a Pomp and Circum- of fun, said Zavetz. Congratulations BabyNurses Needed Westfield Pre-School is looking stance procession to the stage with boys and girls! Although you still 1,800 Lehigh University students Furman University for a loving, certified teacher to were awarded bachelor’s, master’s or Live-in / -out, Full/Part-time their artwork as a bright visual back- have six more days of school, you are Announces Grads Solid References Required. work full-time in their four-year- drop, the students sang six songs, all now officially first graders! You were doctoral degrees during the 146th old program. Please call spring commencement ceremonies GREENVILLE, S.C. – Furman CALL (732) 972-4090 based on the theme of world har- fabulous and I am so very proud of www.absolutebestcare.com 908) 233-5417 mony. Three separate celebrations you!” at Goodman Stadium recently. University awarded 616 undergradu- Local graduates include: Michael ate and master’s degrees and presented Miller from Mountainside who re- a number of its top academic honors ceived a B.S. in Business and Eco- during graduation exercises May 10. nomics; Robert Vargo from Moun- The following students were tainside who received a B.S. in Me- awarded degrees: Scott Crane of chanical Engineering; Matthew Goor Mountainside, earned a Bachelor of from Scotch Plains who received a Arts in Accounting. He is the son of B.S. in Business and Economics; Julia Linda A. Shea and William S. Crane, Weigel from Scotch Plains who re- Christopher Salemme of Westfield, ceived a B.S. in Civil Engineering; earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Megan Pulliam from Westfield who Science. He is the son of Karen and received a Bachelor of Arts, High Joseph L. Salemme. Honors; Sarah Glickstein from Westfield who received a Bachelor of PUBLIC NOTICE Arts, Highest Honors; Rebecca TOWN OF WESTFIELD Castaldo from Westfield who received PLANNING BOARD a Bachelor of Arts, Honors; Drew The Planning Board of the Town of Pecker from Westfield who received Westfield, New Jersey will meet on Mon- day, July 7, 2014 in the Council Chambers a B.S. in Business and Economics; at the Municipal Building, 425 East Broad Amanda Rhodes from Westfield who Street, Westfield, New Jersey at 7:30 p.m. received a Bachelor of Arts; Rosina to hear and consider the following applica- Wissel from Westfield who received tion for subdivision and variances from the a B.S. in Business and Economics. requirements of the Westfield Land Use Ordinance. GRAND PRIZE…Westfield High School senior, Fraser Weist, won the $1,000 PUBLIC NOTICE Ralph Rapuano, 418 Codding Road Subdivision of the existing property Grand Prize in the Harmonium High School Choral Composition contest for his TOWN OF WESTFIELD known as Block 2903, Lot 6, into two lots composition “Musica Dei Donum Optimi.” Pictured, Principal Peter Renwick for purposes of construction of two single congratulates Fraser for his accomplishments. HOLDING COURT...Kathy Barton’s and Rosemary Knorr’s 4-year-old class Public Notice is hereby given that the family homes, a permitted use in the RS-6 from the Presbyterian Nursery School and Kindergarten visit the Westfield ordinances as follows were passed and zone. Variances for each new lot will be Police Department and Courtroom with Councilman James Foerst on May 20. adopted by the Town Council of the Town sought from sections of the Land Use WHS Senior Wins Grand Prize of Westfield at a meeting thereof held on Ordinance as follows: Section 11.09E1 June 17, 2014. requires a minimum gross lot area of 6000 Claire J. Gray square feet, but each lot will have only For Musical Composition Seton Hall Prep Holds Town Clerk 5550 square feet; Section 11.09E2 re- WESTFIELD — Westfield High legal residents of New Jersey par- GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 2022 quires 6000 square feet of area within the School senior, Fraser Weist, won the ticipating in home schooling at the first 120 feet of depth, but each lot will have AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND Commencement Exercises only 5550 square feet; Section 11.09E4 $1,000 Grand Prize in the high-school level. GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. requires a minimum lot depth of 120 feet, Harmonium High School Choral A panel of judges consisting of 2009 ENTITLED “AN ORDI- WEST ORANGE — Nine residents school’s 154th Commencement took each lot will have only 111 feet (maintain- NANCE TO AMEND THE Composition contest for the second professional musicians, composers, of Westfield, were honored as they place in Walsh Auditorium on the cam- ing the existing conditions). CODE OF THE TOWN OF consecutive year. His composition, and music educators select the win- Variances, waivers or exceptions from received their diplomas at Seton Hall pus of Seton Hall University in South WESTFIELD CHAPTER 2, certain site plan details or relief from re- “Musica Dei Donum Optimi,” was ning compositions. Entries are re- Preparatory School’s 154th Com- Orange, where The Prep was located “ADMINISTRATION,” AR- quirements may be sought as appropriate. performed and recorded live at quired to be a newly composed piece TICLE II, TOWN OFFICERS mencement Exercises on June 1. between 1860 and 1985, before mov- Any person may appear at said hearing AND EMPLOYEES, DIVISION Harmonium’s spring concerts on set for mixed chorus. Kyle D. Kristiansen, received the ing to its current location in West Or- and participate in accordance with the 3, PERSONNEL POSITIONS June 7 and 8 at Grace Episcopal Fraser, who will be attending rules of the Board. Aldo Itri Medallion [Calculus AB], a ange. Founded in 1856 in Madison, the AND SALARY SCHEDULE,” Plans and applications are on file in the Church in Madison. Harvard University, also was named National Merit Commendation, a school is the oldest catholic prepara- SEC. 2-12.28, “SCHEDULE.” Harmonium is a classical choral a Presidential Scholar finalist in two Headmaster’s Award and the Msgr. tory school in New Jersey. office of the Town Engineer, 959 North GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 2025 Avenue, West, Westfield, New Jersey and society whose annual contest is open categories – the only high school Thomas J. Tuohy Award, which is pre- may be seen Monday through Friday from AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND to all students enrolled in grades student in the country receiving two 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. sented to those graduating seniors who GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. Kathy Nemeth, Secretary nine through twelve in any public or distinctions. He recently received have maintained a 4.0 GPA for four 2009 ENTITLED “AN ORDI- Planning Board private school in the State of New the Distinguished Student award at years. Recognized as an AP Scholar NANCE TO AMEND THE 1 T - 6/19/14, The Leader Fee: $35.70 Jersey and to all students who are Westfield High School. with Distinction and a member of the CODE OF THE TOWN OF WESTFIELD CHAPTER 2, National Honor Society, he will attend “ADMINISTRATION,” AR- Lehigh University in September. TICLE II, TOWN OFFICERS Hye-Young Choi, Sales Associate Noah J. Penders received the Msgr. AND EMPLOYEES, DIVISION John McNulty Medallion [Theology], 3, PERSONNEL POSITIONS 908-301-2015, Direct Zakarin Graduates AND SALARY SCHEDULE,” a Headmaster’s Award and the Msgr. SEC. 2-12.28, “SCHEDULE.” Member of Coldwell Banker International President's Thomas J. Tuohy Award. Named an AP From Wake Forest Law GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 2026 Premier-Top 1% of Sales Associates Nationwide Scholar with Honor, he was a member WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. – Ben- #1 REALTOR , Westfield East Office, Total Production - 11 Years! of the National Honor Society and the jamin R. Zakarin of Westfield, has AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND NJAR® Circle of Excellence Platinum - 2002-2009 RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE GENERAL ORDINANCE 2010 NJAR® Circle of Excellence Gold - 1987-2001. 2009-2011. Ambassadors. He will attend Boston earned his Juris Doctorate degree from FIXING THE ANNUAL SALA- College. Wake Forest University School of Law. RIES FOR THE MAYOR AND Vlad E. Marhefka, was recognized A diploma ceremony was held in COUNCIL MEMBERS AND as a member of the Peer Leaders and Wait Chapel on May 19, following CERTAIN OFFICERS AND OPEN HOUSE: Sunday, June 22 1-4PM • 1533 Long Meadow EMPLOYEES OF THE TOWN the Ambassadors. He will attend Marist Commencement exercises on Hearn OF WESTFIELD College. Plaza. Kenneth P. Lamar, received recogni- 1 T - 6/19/14, The Leader Fee: $79.78 tion as a Peer Leader and will attend PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE University of Maryland-College Park. Matthew J. Z. Fitzgerald, received a BOROUGH OF FANWOOD National Merit Commendation and the NOTICE OF SALE OF PROPERTY FOR NONPAYMENT OF TAXES, Msgr. Thomas J. Tuohy Award. A mem- ASSESSMENTS AND/OR OTHER MUNICIPAL LIENS ber of the National Honor Society, he Public notice is hereby given that I, Colleen M. Huehn, Collector of Taxes of the Borough of Fanwood, County of Union will sell at public auction on TUESDAY, JUNE 24th 2014, will attend College of the Holy Cross. in the Mayor and Council chambers at the Borough Municipal Building, 75 North Martine Connor B. Hagan, received the Msgr. Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey at 9:00 o’clock in the morning or at such later time and Thomas J. Tuohy Award and was a place to which said sale may then be adjourned, all of the several lots and parcels of land member of the National Honor Soci- assessed to the respective persons whose names are set opposite each respective parcel as the owner thereof for the total amount of municipal liens chargeable against said ety. He will attend Villanova Univer- lands respectively, in accordance with N.J.S.A. 54:5-1, et seq. as computed to the 24th sity. day of June 2014. Also receiving their diplomas were Take further notice that the hereinafter described lands will be sold for the amount of Timothy C. Johnston, who will attend municipal liens chargeable against each parcel of said land assessed as one parcel, together with interest and costs to the date of the sale. Said lands will be sold at the lowest Fairfield University; Leonard A. rate of interest bid, not to exceed 18%. Payment for said parcels shall be made prior to LaManna IV, who will attend Univer- the conclusion of the sale in the form of cash, certified check or money order or other sity of Scranton; and Michele D. method previously approved by the Tax Collector or the property will be resold. Properties Fasciale, who will attend Fairfield Uni- for which there are no other purchasers shall be struck off and sold to the Borough of Fanwood at an interest rate of 18%. versity in September. At any time before the sale I will accept payment of the amount due on any property with Seton Hall Prep’s Class of 2014 num- interest and costs. Payments must be in the form of cash, certified check or money order. bered 232 students, from 80 towns Industrial properties may be subject to the Spill Compensation and Control Act throughout northern New Jersey. The (N.J.S.A. 58-10-23.11 et seq.), the Water Pollution Control Act (N.J.S.A. 58-:10A-1 et seq.) and the Industrial Site Recovery Act (N.J.S.A. 13:1K-6 et seq.). In addition, the municipality is precluded from issuing a tax sale certificate to any prospective purchaser PUBLIC NOTICE who is or may be in any way connected to the prior owner or operator of the site. In the event that the owner of the property is on Active Duty in the Military Service, the BOROUGH OF FANWOOD Tax Collector should be notified immediately. Notice is hereby given that ORDINANCE The lands to be sold are described in accordance with the last tax duplicate as follows: NO. 14-05-R BLKLOT OWNER PROPERTY LOCATION TOTAL AN ORDINANCE AMENDING 22 6 JOHNSON, KEVIN P & ARETHA C 70 PORTLAND AVE 3,237.33 CHAPTER 141 OF THE 24 9.01 FELA,DEBRA 167 PLEASANT AVE 12,957.54 Mountainside FANWOOD BOROUGH CODE . Welcome to this delightful ranch tucked away in Mountainside, near elementary school and NYC 39 40.01 MESSERCOLA, FERNANDO & MICHELE A 96 WOODLAND AVENUE 19,613.64 TO ALLOW THE BOROUGH transportation. Charm and warmth abound in this beautifully maintained 9 rooms, 4 bedroom, 2 ½ bath home. Gracious 40 6 CARUSO, BENEDETTO & SHARON 30 ESTELLE LANE 8,116.95 AND ITS AGENCIES INCLUD- 49 6.01 SCHMIEDE, MARTIN & LIESELOTTE 351 TERRILL RD 7,464.99 foyer with marble floor opens to spacious living room with washed wood floors, recessed lighting and 30 paned triplicate ING THE RECREATION COM- 55 2 DUDA, KENNETH & LILLIAN 15 SOUTH AVE 39,619.39 MISSION TO ENGAGE FOOD front windows and French doors. The formal dining room offers detailed moldings and windows with lower transom 64 17 STATION SQUARE AT FANWOOD, LLC 225 LA GRANDE AVE 4,813.92 HAWKERS FOR SPECIFIC 64 18 STATION SQUARE AT FANWOOD, LLC 217 LA GRANDE AVE 1,971.86 panels. The spacious custom kitchen with granite counter, center island, pantry and work station/wet bar flows right into EVENTS 64 19 STATION SQUARE AT FANWOOD, LLC 213 LA GRANDE AVE 4,383.05 was passed and adopted on the second the family room with raised fireplace and sliders to a wonderful deck. Three bedooms, newer hallway bath and master 64 20 STATION SQUARE AT FANWOOD, LLC 47 SECOND ST 1,904.57 and final reading at a meeting of the Mayor bath, and laundry complete the 1st floor. The lower walk-out basement features a carpeted recreation room with sliders to 66 18.01 SOBOLTA, JOSEPH & HELEN 31 OLD SOUTH AVE 7,119.84 and Council of the Borough of Fanwood 71 12 SUMNER, ALFRED & AMY 36 GLENWOOD RD 6,544.20 the patio and barbequing area, dining area, guest bedroom and access to the 2 car attached garage. This home offers held on June 17, 2014. 81 41 PATEL, ANIL B & USHA A 112 LA GRANDE AVE 28.68 $650,000. This Ordinance shall take effect immedi- everything one would need in one floor living with an extra bonus room below. 102 26 BELL, HOWARD F-BELL, JEAN & JACKSON 1 PANDICK COURT 17,653.71 ately after final passage and publication as 120 2 ONWUANAEGBULE, DONATUS & APPOLONIA 48 TRENTON AVENUE 101.54 required by law. COLDWELL BANKER RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE Eleanor McGovern Colleen M. Huehn Borough Clerk Collector of Taxes Westfield East Office • 209 Central Avenue • 908-233-5555 x 169 1 T - 6/19/14, The Times Fee: $19.89 4 T - 5/29, 6/5, 6/12, 6/19/14, The Times Fee: $338.64 © 2014 Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. Coldwell Banker® is a registered trademark licensed to Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Owned and Operated by NRT LLC. Page 20 Thursday, June 19, 2014 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Buddy Bench Installed at Holy Trinity School WESTFIED — Holy Trinity When the HTIS third graders heard Interparochial School’s (HTIS) first of the buddy bench, they decided to “official” buddy bench was installed run a fundraiser in grades K-8 to so in the playground at the Westfield they could have one in their school. campus on May 28. The idea be- With the support of their teachers, hind the bench came from Chris- Laura Gribbin and Kristen Casorio, tian Bucks, a second grader at they successfully raised enough Roundtown Elementary in Manches- money to install the bench. Father ter Township, who saw it in Ger- Alex Pinto offered a special service many when doing research online to bless the bench with the students and wanted to see it implemented in and their buddies in grades Pre-K his school and others. through fourth grade present. According to buddybench.org, Now, when students see another “The buddy bench is a simple idea to child sitting on the bench they will eliminate loneliness and foster ask that child to play and join in, friendship on the playground.” ensuring no child feels left out. BUDDY BENCH…Holy Trinity Interparochial School’s first “official” buddy bench was installed in the playground at the Westfield campus on May 28. The hope is that the buddy bench will eliminate loneliness and foster friendship on the playground. WALKING TOWARDS THE FUTURE…Members of the Mount Saint Mary’s Class of 2014 gather outside the school’s main building prior to commencement exercises on June 7. Schools Out and Summer is Here — Remember, Safety First! Mount Saint Mary Academy By Councilwoman Joann Neylan pedestrians must make sure that they Westfield Councilwoman can be seen. Wear bright colors or bet- With the arrival of summer, many of ter yet, clothing with reflective mark- Graduates 72 Seniors us are looking forward to spending more ers, especially when it’s dark out. When WATCHUNG – Mount Saint Mary class.” time out and about to enjoy all the crossing a street, use a marked cross- wonderful activities that the warmer walk whenever possible. If there is no Academy’s Class of 2014, comprised Shivali will attend the University of weather beckons. As Chair of the Pub- marked crosswalk nearby, cross the of 72 seniors, graduated in a special Pennsylvania, where she has been ac- lic Safety Committee, I’d like to re- street at an intersection (which is con- ceremony on the school’s campus on cepted to the school’s seven-year mind everyone to keep your personal sidered an “unmarked” crosswalk). June 7. submatriculation bio-dental program. safety and the safety of others in mind. Don’t rely solely on traffic signals and The class continued the school’s Anne will attend Brown University, School is out, so there are many chil- don’t assume drivers see you – always stellar record of 100 percent college where she will participate in the dren going to and from, and participat- look first before crossing no matter acceptance and earned over $9.6 mil- school’s eight-year Program in Lib- ing in, outdoor activities throughout what. lion in scholarships and grants. Col- eral Medical Education (PLME) which the day. Adults, too, are taking advan- 5. Cyclists – be alert and be seen. lege acceptance includes six of the combines undergraduate education tage of the longer daylight hours, so Remember, cyclists have the same rights let’s all commit ourselves to staying and responsibilities as a moving motor eight Ivy League schools, as well as and professional studies in medicine. alert and staying safe. Here are ten vehicle. While the law requires riders institutions such as the Massachusetts PLME is the only combined baccalau- safety tips I urge you to follow: under 17 years old to wear helmets, Institute of Technology, Georgetown reate-medical degree program in the 1. Safety begins with you. Studies helmets are recommended for all ages. University, Johns Hopkins University, Ivy League. by the AAA Foundation for Traffic When riding, make sure you can be and Duke University. “We are supremely proud of the FAMILIAR FACE…Ronald McDonald visits Scotch Plains-Fanwood elemen- Safety have shown that: “Most people seen by others and keep in mind at all tary schools. Pictured, left to right, first row, are: Veronica Thompson, Emily understand the risks of distraction, times that cars and trucks have blind “It still baffles me how blessed I am graduating class and all they have Colasanti, Aiden Fairweather, Benjamin Nathan and Rachel Levy. Pictured, to have attended the Mount,” valedic- achieved, both academically and per- drowsiness, impaired driving, and other spots. back row, left to right, are: Nychey Michael from Ronald McDonald House, risky behaviors – and they condemn 6. Fireworks are illegal in New Jer- torian Shivali Govani of Piscataway sonally,” said Mount Directress Sister Ronald McDonald, Coles School Principal Dr. Debbe Evans and Coles PTA said in her address on Saturday. “When Lisa Gambacorto. “These young others for being risky – but they refuse sey. New Jersey’s laws on fireworks President Lisa Devine. to apply what they know to their own are very restrictive for good reason – to I began my high school career, I had women serve as shining lamps to the behavior.” Adults, remember that you prevent personal injury and to prevent no idea what community meant but world around them. Their great accom- set the example for the children. Model igniting a fire. Think sparklers are harm- this journey has illuminated that. The plishments here are only the begin- Ronald McDonald Visits responsible, safe behavior and the chil- less? Sparklers burn at a temperature of whole community has touched my ning; each is poised to shape the world dren around you will follow. For ex- 1200anddeg; F. (Glass melts at heart and my family’s heart in ways for the better in her own special way.” ample, are you crossing at the cross- 900anddeg; F. You would never hand a unimaginable.” Mount Saint Mary Academy is a SP-F Public Schools walk? Are you looking out for pedestri- child a stick with molten glass on the “Since we began four years ago, we Catholic, independent school which SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD - House. Ronald McDonald House takes ans and cyclists while driving? Are you end, so don’t let them handle spar- have all transformed into intelligent provides an exemplary college prepa- On May 28, Ronald McDonald visited the pop tabs, that have a higher metal free of dangerous distractions such as klers.) Sparklers, firecrackers, M-80s, and confident young women who truly ratory education for young women in cell phones while operating a motor champagne poppers, roman candles, School One and Coles Elementary value than the cans, and uses the money vehicle? Are you wearing your seatbelt rockets and every other novelty item that reflect the Mercy Core Values of re- grades 9 through 12. Founded in 1908 Schools to recognize the Scotch Plains- to help provide free or low cost housing and obeying the speed limit? falls under the category of fireworks are spect, integrity, justice, service and as a sponsored work of the Sisters of Fanwood PTA Council and the Scotch for parents of children who are being 2. Share the road. Did you know that illegal in this State. Any person found compassion,” said salutation Anne Mercy, the Mount remains committed Plains-Fanwood School District for treated across the street at Children’s cyclists, skateboarders and inline skat- using fireworks illegally is subject to a Bocage of Princeton. “I am thankful to challenging each student to develop accomplishing the daunting task of Specialized Hospital. ers have the same rights under New $500 fine and/or imprisonment. for the opportunity to be surrounded her fullest potential in a Christian at- collecting one million pop tabs! As a thank you to the district, Ronald Jersey law as a moving motor vehicle? 7. Outdoor chefs – grill safely. Re- by such an inspiring and passionate mosphere of love and caring. Gina Giacona, president of Scotch visited Brunner, Evergreen and McGinn They also have the same responsibili- member that a grill placed too close to Plains Fanwood High School, was pre- Elementary Schools earlier in the month ties. “Sharing the road” applies to ev- anything that can burn is a fire hazard. eryone who uses the road and includes Grills can also cause burn injuries. Keep sented with a plaque in honor of the asking students to take the pledge to try knowing and following all the rules of children and pets at least 3 feet away. The induction of the school district into the and be Planet Protectors by reusing and the road. Westfield Fire Department recommends Million Tab Club. recycling, and stressing that each small 3. Expand your field of vision when everyone read the grilling safety tips on Every school in the district partici- effort that’s made can add up to a approaching crosswalks and intersec- www.westfieldnj.gov/Fire. pated and helped reach the million tab cleaner and healthier world. tions. In the State of New Jersey, a 9. Actively watch children at all times goal over a five-year period. It was a The plaque will be hung at the dis- crosswalk is defined as an extension of around a pool. The American Academy wonderful group effort that all could trict Board of Education Office on Ev- the road, sidewalk, curb or edge of the of Pediatrics recommends that an adult help with from the youngest students to ergreen Avenue and Cedar Street. The shoulder at an intersection for people on should always be in the water and within staff members and administrators within PTA Council would like to thank ev- foot. That means that there is a cross- an arm’s reach to provide “touch supervi- walk at every intersection, whether it is sion” for infants and toddlers. For older the district. eryone who helped make this possible. marked or unmarked. When stopping children, an adult should be paying con- The pop tabs were donated to the for a pedestrian in a crosswalk, stop two stant attention and free from distractions New Brunswick Ronald McDonald car lengths back so that drivers behind such as talking on the phone and tending you and in other lanes can also see the to chores. If you have a pool in your yard, pedestrian in time to stop. When ap- it must be surrounded by a 6 foot solid proaching a stopped vehicle, assume it fence (except the part between the house is stopped to allow a pedestrian to cross. and pool may be open if applicable). Never pass a vehicle that is stopped for 10. Make sure children are safe in and Muhlenberg Announces a pedestrian. When you are making a around cars. Walk around your car before College of the Holy turn, you may have waited for a gap in backing up. Look for children and toys. Dean’s List traffic. While waiting, pedestrians may Watch for children walking or riding Cross Announces Grads have entered the crosswalk, so be sure bicycles, tricycles or scooters on the side- ALLENTOWN, Pa. - Muhlenberg to check first before turning. walk when pulling in or out of your WORCESTER, Mass.– The fol- College has announced its Dean’s 4. Pedestrians – be alert and be seen. driveway. Make sure that young chil- lowing local students received de- List for the Spring 2014 semester. Remember, while New Jersey law re- dren are properly restrained in a car GOLD MEDAL…Westfield High School (WHS) graduating senior, Mark grees from the College of the Holy Students must earn a minimum of a quires that drivers stop and remain seat designed for your child’s age, Gillespie, achieved a gold medal on the National Latin Exam run by the Cross on May 23 at its 168th Com- 3.5 grade point average (4.0-scale) to stopped while a pedestrian is in a marked height and weight and that all other University of Mary Washington for the past four consecutive years. The National mencement. attain Dean’s List status. crosswalk, it also requires that pedes- passengers are wearing a seat belt. Lock Latin Exam Committee wrote to WHS Principal Renwick stating, “This notewor- Patricia Whitehead, of Westfield Meghan Suriano, a member of the trians exercise due care for their safety: power windows from the driver’s seat. thy achievement is, indeed, a credit to your school and to you who support and “andhellip; no pedestrian shall suddenly Never let children play in the trunk of a recognize the value of the study of Latin, as well as to your Latin teacher whose received a Bachelor of Arts degree. class of 2015, is an accounting major Joseph Kramkowski, of Westfield from Westfield. She is the child of leave a curb or other place of safety and car and never leave a child alone in a dedication has made this honor possible. We congratulate you and we share the walk or run into the path of a vehicle car. 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OLIVER A Univ. of Richmond Announces Dean’s List PAVING RICHMOND, Va. – The Univer- sity of Richmond announced that Angela Tata of Westfield, Class of 2015, was named to the Dean’s List for the spring 2014 semester. She is majoring in biochemistry and mo- lecular biology. Angela is a 2011 graduate of Westfield High School. To be named to the dean’s List a student must earn a minimum semes- Howarth Paving 908-753-7281 ter GPA of 3.6 with no grade lower that a B- and have completed at least Single Size: 10 Weeks $275 • Double Size: 10 Weeks $425 • Call 908-232-4407 • email PDF Ad to [email protected] 3.5 units for the semester. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, June 19, 2014 Page 21 UC Employee Artists Show Work at Freeholders Gallery ELIZABETH – The Union County 12 and Under). Linden: Angelito David Board of Chosen Freeholders an- (First Place, Professional); Donna nounced that a selection of prize-win- Farrell (Second Place, Amateur); ning art work by Union County em- Lauren Maldonado (Honorable Men- ployees and their family members is on tion, Youth 12 and Under); Christine display through Tuesday, July 15, in Marti-Millward (First Place, Youth 12 the Freeholders Gallery, located on the and Under); Adrianna Rendon (Third 6th floor of the Union County Admin- Place, Teen 13-18); Victoria Rendon istration Building, Elizabethtown Plaza (Honorable Mention, Teen 13-18); and at Rahway Avenue, in Elizabeth. The Charlene Rieger-Velli (Honorable gallery is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mention, Intermediate). Martinsville: weekdays. Kayla Stasil (Honorable Mention, The art display presents a sampling Youth 12 and Under). North Bergen: of pieces from among the 121 creations Gabriella Marino (Second Place, Youth judged at the recent 13th annual “Na- 12 and Under). Old Bridge: Allana ALL ARE WELCOME...The CAU Community Players will perform Fiddler on the tional Arts Program Exhibit and Con- McQueen (Second Place, Youth 12 and Roof, Jr. Friday through Sunday, June 27-29, at Jonathan Dayton High School. test for Union County Employees and Under). Phillipsburg: Angelina Saggese Their Families.” The exhibit and con- (Honorable Mention, Teen 13-18). Westfield Community Band test is a partnership with the National Plainfield: Faith Williamson (Honor- CAU Community Players to Arts Program Foundation which pro- able Mention, Youth 12 and Under). vides prize money and valuable sup- Port Redding: Jeffrey Kubu (Best in WF Comm. Concert Band port to display the work of talented Show, Professional). Rahway: Jeremy Stage Fiddler on the Roof, Jr. artists. Betros (Honorable Mention, Youth 12 Summer Concert Series SPRINGFIELD – The CAU Com- by-side with people from the com- Listed alphabetically by town are all and Under) and Gabriella Lynch (Hon- munity Players, a combined troupe munity. This is the troupe’s fourth the award-winning employee artists (or orable Mention, Youth 12 and Under). WESTFIELD — The Westfield Named for one of the composer’s mu- of people with disabilities who are production. their family members) and the awards Roselle Park: Kennedy Taveras (Hon- Community Concert Band, now in its sic students, this march has become members of Community Access Un- Dayton High School is located at they won at the original exhibit and orable Mention, Youth 12 and Under); 102nd concert season, will present its one of the best known pieces of Span- limited (CAU) staff and actors from 139 Mountain Avenue, Springfield. contest. Not all of the award-winning Miranda Taveras (Honorable Mention, annual Summer Concert Series in ish music. throughout the wider community, will The production will run Friday, June pieces are able to be displayed at the Youth 12 and Under) and Sophia Mindowaskin Park on Thursday eve- The band will continue its concert perform Fiddler on the Roof, Jr. Fri- 27, and Saturday, June 28, at 7:30 Freeholders Gallery exhibit. Taveras (Honorable Mention, Youth 12 nings, June 26, July 3, 10 and 17. All series with programs entitled “Happy day through Sunday, June 27-29, at p.m. and Sunday, June 29, at 2 p.m. Clark: Tegan Frees (Honorable Men- and Under). Scotch Plains: Charles concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. and are free Birthday America” on July 3, “A Night Jonathan Dayton High School in Tickets are on sale now and can be tion, Youth 12 and Under). Cranford: Rubin (Honorable Mention, Interme- to the public. at the Opera” on July 10 and “An Springfield. Fiddler on the Roof, Jr. purchased by visiting Kelly Capasso (First Place, Teen 13- diate). Somerset: Tiina Nummela (Sec- Dr. Thomas Connors, now in his Evening at the Pops” on July 17. is a family musical for audiences of www.caucommunityplayers.com 18); Angelina Spricigo (Honorable ond Place, Intermediate). Springfield: 10th season as music director, explains The band has been performing its all ages. www.caucommunityplayers.com. All Mention, Youth 12 and Under); and Ross Bergen (Honorable Mention, that each of the band’s four concerts annual summer concerts in As with the troupe’s previous pro- tickets are priced at $10 with open Dianna Strom (Third Place, Intermedi- Amateur). Summit: Patzy Gutierrez will be themed to a unique program. Mindowaskin Park since 1918 when ductions, Fiddler will carry a mes- seating. ate). Edison: Ruth Brown, (Third Place, (Honorable Mention, Teen 13-18). “We thought it would be especially the park opened. Concertgoers should sage of acceptance and inclusion. The show is supported with a grant Professional); Richa Wadhawan (Third Teaneck: Deborah Pires (Honorable enjoyable for both our band members bring blankets and chairs. In the event The show promotes the importance from the New Jersey Council on De- Place, Youth 12 and Under); and Mention, Intermediate). Union: and audience to present a wide variety of rain, concerts will be held in the of the community and tradition in velopmental Disabilities. CAU pro- Rishabh Wadhawan (Honorable Men- Kathleen Kakaletris (Third Place, of music within a specific genre, such Community Room in the Westfield bringing stability to an individual’s vides support programs and services tion, Youth 12 and Under). Elizabeth: Amateur). Wall: Carolyn Herbert (Hon- as marches or opera,” Dr. Connors said. Municipal Building. The band’s Sum- life, as reflected by the families and to people with disabilities and youth Brianna Borga (Honorable Mention, orable Mention, Professional); Michael In its first concert on June 26, the mer Concert Series is sponsored in part people in the village Anatevka. served under the Department of Chil- Youth 12 and Under); Elianna Borga Herbert (First Place, Amateur) and band will perform a program entitled by the Westfield Recreation Depart- The CAU Community Players, the dren and Families (DCF) to enable (Honorable Mention, Youth 12 and Mikayla Herbert (Honorable Mention, “Marches Around the World,” featur- ment, Bruce Kaufman, director. first of its kind in Union County, was them to live independently in the com- Under); Shane Rhodes (Honorable Youth 12 and Under). Westfield: Rich- ing popular march selections from more The band rehearses each Wednes- formed to allow CAU members with munity, in areas including housing, Mention, Youth 12 and Under) and ard Earl (Second Place, Professional); than a dozen different countries, in- day evening from 7:15 to 9:30 p.m. in disabilities to engage in the pleasures vocational and life-skills training, edu- Dario Scholis (Honorable Mention, Jackson Gagliardi (Honorable Men- cluding England, Norway, Ireland, New the community room located in the of acting, singing and dancing side- cation, advocacy and recreation. Professional). Hillsborough: James tion, Youth 12 and Under); Bruce Long Zealand and Italy. From the United Westfield Municipal Building, 425 East Caratozzolo (Honorable Mention, (First Place, Intermediate); Jimmy States, the band will perform “National Broad Street and performs throughout Amateur). Jackson: Grace Hagemann McCutcheon (Honorable Mention, Emblem,” by E.E. Bagley, a popular the year. (Honorable Mention, Youth 12 and Teen 13-18); Nereida Paparella (Hon- march that is frequently featured at For more information about joining POPCORN Under). Kenilworth: Matthew orable Mention, Amateur); Sabrina presidential inaugurations and patri- the band, contact band president, Barry DiDonato (Honorable Mention, Youth Paparella (Honorable Mention, Teen otic events. The band will also perform Rosenberg at (732) 356-9400 or by “Edge of Tomorrow” 13-18); and Victoria Paparella (Honor- “Amparito Roca,” written by Spanish email at Practice Makes Almost Perfect able Mention, Teen 13-18). composer Jaime Teixidor in 1925. [email protected]. 3 popcorns Additional support for this event was provided by a grant from the New One Popcorn, Poor — Two Popcorns, Fair — Three Popcorns, Good — Four Popcorns, Excellent Jersey State Council on the Arts, De- partment of State, a partner agency of By MICHAEL S. GOLDBERGER which facilitates romantically smart chem- the National Endowment for the Arts. Film Critic istry, comes when, reenacting the same Exhibits at the Freeholders Gallery are Set in that quasi-present future where battlefield reverie for the umpteenth time, coordinated by the Union County Of- technology has advanced but politics, alas, Major Cage has the honor of running into fice of Cultural and Heritage Affairs. has not, director Doug Liman’s “Edge of Sgt. Rita Vrataski, the “Angel of Verdun.” For more information about this ex- Tomorrow” is a nifty anti-war movie dis- She’s the heroine whose exploits he so hibit and other programs and services guised as a summer blockbuster. Indeed, successfully publicized before being inex- it’s laden with all the compulsory special plicably impressed into duty at the front. related to the arts and Union County effects. But Tom Cruise’s engaging perfor- “Come see me after you wake up,” urges history, contact the Union County Of- mance separates the kaleidoscopic action his militaristic antithesis. Thus follows a fice of Cultural and Heritage Affairs, from the usual genre chaff that bombards tutorial, aided by the scientific wizardry of 633 Pearl Street, Elizabeth N.J. 07202. the screen this time of year. He wittily leads Noah Taylor’s Dr. Carter, an ingeniously Telephone: (908) 558-2550. NJ Relay the charge as Major William Cage, a meta- geeky student of how to get a step ahead of users dial 711. Or send E-mail to: phoric variation on Ferdinand the Bull. the abhorrent fiends. [email protected] He’d rather not fight, but… Although with much nicer intent, the The common man tossed into extraordi- story’s love interest builds as insidiously as nary circumstances, it was the economic the monsters’ stealthy campaign to deci- downturn and resultant failure of his ad mate the human race. Strip away all the agency that prompted Cage to join the army techno-futuristic circumstances and it’s that SUNNY SOUNDS…Caroline and wield his P.R. talents up the ranks. All time-honored fantasy: a strong-willed gal McNamara of Westfield, a senior at well and good. However, when some crazy hell-bent on remaking her potential mate The Wardlaw-Hartridge School in glitch in orders courtesy of gung-ho Gen- into the hero she sees inside him. We gladly Edison, sings Here Comes the Sun by eral Brigham (Brian Gleeson) comes buy in and soon have a rooting interest. the Beatles during the school’s fifth through at precisely the time he gets envel- Ms. Blunt and Mr. Cruise develop the annual Cookin’ Cabaret on May 30. oped in a time loop, the war is his to win or type of credible, good old-fashioned sexual The Wardlaw-Hartridge Concert WINNERS…Two eighth graders from Roosevelt Intermediate School in Westfield lose. tension necessary for drama to synergize Choir, Band and many talented indi- were presented the Outstanding Solo Performance awards at the 47th Annual Bucks Oh, it’s not as hard to follow as it sounds, with — and thus counterpoise — spectacle. vidual performers put on a spectacu- County Playhouse Student Theater Festival on May 15. Julian Mazzola and Eve or as I had feared. You just grok what you A fine mix of CGI magic and retro-style, lar show. Crandall were among the 27 eighth grade drama students from Roosevelt who can, don’t overly fret the anomalies and cast-of-thousands imagery, complemented performed in 22 short comic scenes from “America’s Next Top Model and Other heartily buy into the notion that one can by cutting edge gadgetry of the no expense Comic Sketches,” written by playwrights Rachel and Leah Solomon. Kimberly relive a portion of their life over and over, spared kind, nails the wowee end of the Jonny is the drama/public speaker teacher at Roosevelt who worked with the a la “Groundhog Day” (1993). Only in equation. students in preparation for the annual competition. this case, the redux is deadly serious….a It all serves to entertainingly remind of Dallas fight for survival against an invading the original charm, imagination and social CONTINUED FROM PAGE 22 alien race, arguably of a higher intelli- purpose of science fiction. One needn’t a re-creation of Oswald’s sniper gence. They’re called Mimics, and they peer too strenuously between the assorted perch—mostly a small maze of arrived by asteroid, accursed beasts. cataclysms, devastations and rampant stacked boxes that shielded him Heightening the fear and repulsive- comings asunder dappling the saga to spot from being seen by any co-worker— ness factor, these are rather ugly the clever commentary on our own times. can be viewed from behind protec- suckers…sort of a combination eel/octo- That’s easy in comparison to figuring out pus varmint and, of course, commanded what the deuce is really happening here tive glass. You can take a look out by one central brain. So there’s that to- with these mind-messing Machiavellians. adjacent windows to get a nearly talitarian thing going on, too. But per- Lazy decipherer that I am, I’ve got my identical view of what Oswald saw FIRST PLACE…Bruce Long of haps the aliens’ scariest attribute is a fool’s paradise explanation and I’m stick- as the presidential motorcade passed Westfield was the first place winner in psycho-biological ability to control the ing to it. I’m happy. Leave me alone. The by. the Intermediate category for his déjà vu phenomenon at the center of this movie doesn’t mind. Psst…Mr. The city of Dallas also dedicated craftwork “Woodturning, Three- ) * film’s story line, and thereby monkey Darwin….it’s our adaptability versus the John F. Kennedy Memorial Wood Vase” in the 13th Annual Na- & ) '# ! )( with your thought processes. there’s, right, right? Plaza in 1970. Located a block from tional Arts Program Exhibit and Con- !% ) +"&# +"+ Yep, it’s that old mind control thing But for folks who enjoy the bombast, Dealey Plaza, it’s dominated by a test for Union County Employees and "& '++ the guy in the gym whirlpool was telling one-upmanship and grandstand of their Families. "& #"# you about the other day…how They are unriddling such esotericism at après cin- square, roofless room 30 feet high monitoring us. Except that he was refer- ema discussions over bacon cheeseburgers and 50 feet square. It’s all white, ring to our government. at the diner, there’s good news. Manifest- stark and simple, and the only words Of course, that’s part of the tale’s not ing its own ability to adapt to box office etched into the monument are so hidden allegory. You see, the aliens needs, like a reversible jacket the film as- Kennedy’s full name. And it’s lo- apparently have no constitutional laws sures enjoyment from both perspectives. cated next to the old police head- against the practice. It’s just the DNA So now, all you have to decide is whether to quarters where, two days after the code written into their survival instinct, not see “Edge of Tomorrow” today, tomorrow, assassination, Oswald was shot to unlike a virus that mutates against every or perhaps even yesterday. death on live television. attack. Or, that’s merely what the Mimics …. have programmed me to think. “The Edge of Tomorrow,” rated PG-13, So if you find yourself with an Naturally, it takes our likeable protago- is a Warner Bros. release directed by Doug hour or two of free time in Big D, nist a few times around the plot’s mulberry Liman and stars Tom Cruise, Emily Blunt and want to soak up some real and bush before he gets hip to the assailant’s and Brendan Gleeson. Running time: 113 recent history, head to Dealey Plaza modus operandi. But the big epiphany, minutes and take in all of its quiet eeriness.

BENEFIT CONCERT...The Paper Mill Playhouse Broadway Show Choir will present a special benefit celebration on Sunday, June 22, at 7 p.m. for St. Stephen’s Church in Millburn. Seating is limited so reserve your tickets today. $20 per person and $50 per family; Senior tickets are $10. St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church is located at 119 Main Street, Millburn. Tickets can be purchased by calling (973) 376-0688 ext. 10, or email [email protected]. Page 22 Thursday, June 19, 2014 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION An Afternoon In Dallas — For Assassination Buffs By FRED T. ROSSI CDC Presents Alice in Specially Written for Summer Travel Series Wonderland, Jr. Periodically in this series, instead CRANFORD - The Cranford Dra- of looking at an entire city as a travel matic Club (CDC) Junior Theatre destination, we will focus on a site or will present Disney’s Alice in Won- two to see in a particular city, espe- derland, Jr. for two performances on cially if your time is limited — say Saturday, June 21, at 11 and 2 p.m. you have a few hours of free time Travel down the rabbit hole and join while on a long layover or on a busi- Alice’s madcap adventures in Won- ness trip. This week, we land in Dal- derland as she chases the White Rab- las, Texas and head south about 20 bit, races the Dodo Bird, get tied up miles down the Carpenter and then with Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum, the Stemmons Freeway. raps with a bubble blowing Caterpillar There, we come upon probably the and beats the Queen of Hearts at her most intensely examined and closely own game. studied piece of real estate in the The show is a fast paced stage adap- world. The Wall Street Journal last tation of the timeless film featuring year said that at Dealey Plaza, “it’s updated dialogue and new arrange- always 1963.” And it is true. Once ments of such classic Disney songs as you turn the corner from Houston “I’m Late,” “The Un-birthday Song” Street onto Elm Street, you leave 21st and “Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah.” century America and find yourself Fred T. Rossi for The Westfield Leader and The Times SWING TIME...The Westfield Community Swing Band, “Nostalgia” will per- General admission tickets are $5 transported back to a place where it RELIVING HISTORY...You will see various historic sites on a visit to Dealey form in Mindowaskin Park on Thursday, July 24, starting at 7:30 p.m. and will really is always 1963. If you have had Plaza in Dallas, site of the JFK assassination, including the book depository, the feature singers Katie Ladd and Edward Boutross. and can be purchased at www.cdctheatre.org. any interest in the Kennedy assassi- grassy knoll and Elm Street. CDC Theatre is New Jersey’s old- nation — if you have seen the endless WF Swing Band Performs est continuously operating Commu- documentaries, television shows, re- basis for various other conspiracy she snapped her famous pictures. I nity Theatre and is located at 78 enactments, interviews and movies theories. Check the spot in the street explored the area behind the stock- Winans Avenue in Cranford. This or read any of the seemingly non- where the shots hit the President. ade fence where supposed gunmen In Mindowaskin production is made possible in part stop books and magazine articles And, as is probably true on a given hid. And I tried repeatedly to imagine through the generosity of the Inves- devoted to what happened on No- day, take some time to listen to the what it must have been like that day WESTFIELD — The Westfield Cole, and “Too Close For Comfort” tors Foundation arm of Investors Bank vember 22, 1963—then you know self-proclaimed assassination experts to be a mere spectator, anxious to see Community Swing Band, “Nostal- by Diane Reeves. and The Westfield Foundation. the significance of terms like “book still preaching their particular theo- the president in person and instead gia” under the leadership of Sal Edward Boutross, known for his depository” and “grassy knoll” and ries of what took place that day. witnessing his murder just a few feet Melillo and conducted by Sam style of sophistication and charm is Paper Mill Playhouse “second gunman” and “triple under- Since I was a kid, I have always away. Calello, will return to Mindowaskin often found to have tonal compari- pass” and “Zapruder film.” been interested in the Kennedy as- Now a county government build- Park on Thursday, July 24, starting at sons to Harry Connick Jr. Some of Broadway Choir Hosts Stepping into Dealey Plaza, with sassination. Although I was an infant ing, the old Texas School Book De- 7:30 p.m. The performance will fea- the selection that will be sung by that red-brick block of a building when it happened, I think I have pository building in 1963 was a text- ture singers Katie Ladd and Edward Edward, a Brooklyn native, will be Benefit Concert looming above the gently curved always appreciated its magnitude and book warehouse with a giant Hertz Boutross. “It Had Better Be Better Tonight” MILLBURN — The Paper Mill roadway, you feel like you are in the how it dramatically altered the course rental car sign on its roof that fea- The band is a 16-piece swing band and “Come Fly With Me” by Michael Playhouse Broadway Show Choir middle of a Hollywood movie set or of history. I believe Oswald acted tured the time of day and the tem- featuring vocalists, Katie Ladd and Bubble and “Mack The Knife” by will present a special benefit cel- a miniaturized figurine set down in a alone, but I have always found inter- perature in lights. Most of the wit- Edward Boutross. The band mem- Bobby Darin. ebration on Sunday, June 22, at 7 meticulously-crafted scale model of esting and entertaining all the end- nesses to the assassination marked bers are musicians who have per- Additional selections for the p.m. for St. Stephen’s Church in America’s most famous crime scene. less speculation that everyone from the time by looking up at that Hertz formed with big bands and other en- evening by the band will include Millburn. Dealey Plaza itself is a small city Kennedy’s limousine driver to sign: 12:30 p.m. The textbook com- sembles throughout the New York Count Basie’s “Until I Met You,” St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church park completed in 1940 and named Lyndon Johnson to the CIA to the pany moved out in 1970, the building and New Jersey area. Harry James’ “How Deep Is The in has been providing the Paper after a local newspaper publisher and mafia to the communists to a gunman was sold and re-sold, with the Dallas During the performance, the band Ocean” and Artie Shaw’s “Begin the Mill Playhouse Broadway Show civic leader. Twenty years ago, the hiding under the street was involved County government eventually buy- will take the concert into a nostalgic Beguine” and “Star Dust” amongst Choir with free rehearsal space to National Park Service designated in some grand plot. ing it in 1977. The first five floors are journey through time creating the many other popular big band favor- support this not-for-profit arts char- Dealey Plaza and some of the sur- So on a business trip to Dallas, I county offices; the sixth floor—where sound and styles of the big band era, ites. ity. rounding areas a National Historic made sure to carve out an afternoon Oswald was positioned when he fired often performing the original scores The concert will be held in Come and support this benefit Landmark District. to see it all in person after so many the three shots—was turned into a of Count Base, Glenn Miller, Artie Mindowaskin Park, located next to performance so St. Stephen’s can Not much has changed here since years of reading about it and seeing it must-see museum that opened in Shaw, Harry James and Benny the Westfield Municipal Building at continue this important community 1963 as you look up and see the in old photos and newsreels. Getting 1989. Goodman amongst other big band 425 East Broad Street in Westfield. outreach effort. window where Oswald stood and out of the taxi and absorbing the The Sixth Floor Museum is open greats. The event is free and audience mem- Seating is limited so reserve your fired. Picture yourself at any number entire scene of the crime was both daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Its per- Katie Ladd is a graduate of Berklee bers are encouraged to bring blankets tickets today. $20 per person and of spots along the street as the presi- chilling and surreal. manent exhibit features films, photo- College of Music, known for her jazz- or chairs. $50 per family; Senior tickets are dential limousine passed. Stand on I probably walked every square graphs and various artifacts and singer style sound when she performs The Westfield Community Swing $10. the concrete pedestal where the chill- foot of Dealey Plaza that afternoon, memorabilia chronicling President with the Big Band. A native of Band is sponsored by the Westfield St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church ing home movie of the shooting was standing at every vantage point I could Kennedy’s life and legacy as well as Bradenton, Florida, she began her Recreation Department, Bruce is located at 119 Main Street, filmed. Walk behind the stockade recall from all the different photos I the events that took place before, career at the age of 4. She regularly Kaufmann, director. For further in- Millburn. fence beyond the grassy knoll and had seen all my life. I stood where during and after the assassination. performs in New York City and will formation, call (908) 789-4080 or the Tickets can be purchased by call- wonder if there were other gunmen Abraham Zapruder stood as he filmed. The eerie high point, for me, was in be featured on “Night and Day,” by swing band at (908) 342-2227 or ing (973) 376-0688 ext 10, or email that day. I stood where Mary Moorman stood, the far corner of the sixth floor, where Cole Porter, “Route 66” by Natalie visit www.nostalgiathebigband.com. [email protected]. See the rail yard that’s been the across Elm Street from Zapruder, as CONTINUED ON PAGE 21 Page S-1 Thursday, June 19, 2014 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

Story on page 13 of The Westfield Leader

TROTTER LED WITH .462 B.A., 16 STEALS; KNIGHT .438 B.A., RAVETIER 7-1 WON/LOSS RECORD Cougar Baseball Boys Won Third Straight Section Crown

By DAVID B. CORBIN ever, interfered with when they led the Cougars with a .462 bat- McCaffrey said. “He was a two-year player for Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times dropped a bizarre 1-0 loss in 11 ting average (BA — 36-for-78) Junior Patrick Knight was sec- us. He played awesome defense. Fundamentality sound baseball innings to Mt. Olive in the Group and runs scored with 26, stole 16 ond on the team with a .438 BA He helped in many areas on the put this season’s Cranford Cou- semifinals. The Cougars finished bases in 18 attempts. Trotter (28-for-64, 5 doubles, triple). field. An outstanding job,” Coach gars on the highway to success with a 17-7 record. had 13 RBI, five doubles and two He scored 16 runs and had eight McCaffrey said. once again. After losing their “They were a group that worked triples. He also walked 10 times RBI. On the mound in 56.2 in- Senior Matt Ravetier turned in quest for another Union County very hard. They put in the time and was hit by a pitch four times, nings, Knight recorded 59 a .348 BA (24-for-69, 2 doubles, title with a loss to Westfield in the from last summer until last week. while striking out only once. De- strikeouts, 22 walks and allowed triple) with 14 runs scored and a semifinals, the Cougars intensi- This is a group that knows what fensively, he could chase down 39 hits to finish with a 3-2 record team-leading 18 RBI. In 48.1 fied their focus and won their it means to play baseball for almost any ball hit in centerfield. with two saves. His 1.73 ERA was innings on the mound, he re- third straight North Jersey, Sec- Cranford,” Cougar Head Coach Trotter had three straight years lowest on the team. corded a 7-1 record with 27 tion 2, Group 3 championship Dennis McCaffrey said. with batting averages above .400 “Offensively, defensively and strikeouts, eight walks, 52 hits with a 14-4 drudging of the West Senior centerfielder Tommy (.412 in 2012 and .440 in 2013) on the mound, he was very good. and a 2.61 ERA. Essex Knights. Trotter was the person that op- He also stole 16 bases last year. Down the stretch, he took on “Matt was very involved in sev- The Cougars’ direct route for posing pitchers definitely did not “Tommy is special, a three- quite a bit of pitching and did a eral championships. He was very another Group 3 title was, how- want to get on base. Trotter, who sport athlete. He did everything wonderful job,” Coach McCaffrey talented and able to do a lot of right on and off the field. He is a said. things on the baseball field,” perfect picture of what you want Senior Jack McCaffrey rarely Coach McCaffrey said. See & Subscribe at a student and an athlete to be. saw a pitch he did not like. In his Senior third baseman John BallyhooBallyhoo goleader.com/ballyhoo He is a wonderful person and a 86 at-bats, he had 32 hits, in- Oblachinski finished with a .303 wonderful leader,” Coach cluding eight doubles and a triple BA (20-for-66, 2 doubles), 10 Submit commentary and items for publishing. for a .372 BA, 11 RBI and 14 runs RBI and 13 runs scored. He also Email to [email protected] l'ennemi du journaliste scored. He also stole six bases in nine attempts. CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Page S-2 Thursday, June 19, 2014 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

Cougar Baseball Boys Won Third Straight Sectional Championship, Finished 17-7 swiped six bases in eight at- Coach McCaffrey said. “He caught almost every game. Feeney, in 25.2 innings, fanned nings, walked three, fanned one tempts. Senior catcher Sam Scher fin- He was reliable. He had a good nine and walked nine, while al- and finished with a 1-0 record. “He isw a perfect example of a ished with a .246 BA (15-for-61) year,” Coach McCaffrey said. lowing 22 hits. He finished with a “The team played hard and three-sport athlete. He was in- with seven RBI and eight runs Junior second baseman Albert 4-1 record and a 1.91 ERA. Jun- showed up everyday,” Coach tense in practice and in games,” scored. Gargiulo had a BA of .318 (21-for- ior James Campbell, in 10.1 in- McCaffrey said. 66, 2 doubles) with 12 RBI and 11 runs scored. Junior first baseman Mike Gamba also had a BA of .318 (14-for-44, 3 doubles) with 11 runs scored and seven RBI. Sophomore shortstop Joe Norton had a .231 BA (9-for-39, 2 doubles, triple) with nine RBI and six runs scored. Sophomore second baseman Chris Szeckeres had a .273 BA with three runs scored and an RBI. Sophomore Mike Smith had a .304 BA (7-for- 23, double) with four RBI and three runs scored. Used mainly as a courtesy runner, sophomore Garrett Forrestal swiped five of six bases. Junior Eric Donohue had some plate appearances and junior Liam Duffy saw action at first base. Sophomore pitcher Tom Page S-3 Thursday, June 19, 2014 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

* Scotch Plains-Fanwood Raider Boys Won Division Title, Finished 16-4 in Lacrosse *

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Story on page 15 of The Westfield Leader

MURPHY, RUKA, ROBINSON, JAROSZ, DiCLERICO, BLACK, KATZ PUT OUT COUGAR CLOUT Cougars Top Springfield, 11-1, in Ripken District 12 Tourney

By DAVID B. CORBIN double and scored once. Nick The Cougars also received strong pitching performances from starter Black and reliever Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Black had two RBI, a single and a Wischusen. Black was on the Two breakout innings put the run scored. Pat Walsh and Max mound until he was relieved with Cranford 12s on the road to an Wischusen both singled and two outs in the fourth inning. He 11-1, five-inning victory over scored, Andrew Toto had an RBI yielded one run, one hit and two Springfield in the opening pool single, walked and scored once, walks, while striking out six. play round of the Cal Ripken and Connor Katz singled and Wischusen allowed one hit, District 12 Tournament at added an RBI. Evan Kanterman struck out one and walked none. Gumbert 3 Field in Westfield on played first base and Chris “This is the fifth year that I June 14. Guiditta was a designated hitter. have had most of these kids. The Cougars mounted a 15-hit “It’s early in the season for us. They are all friends outside the attack and had a number of play- We are pleased with the way the team. They all play together, ers, who added a lot of sparks kids have been working. They they have fun together and it is with their “metal sticks”. have improved every game. Our an honor just to coach them,” Centerfielder Mike Murphy whole theory is to keep getting Coach Wischusen said. singled in all three of his at-bats, better as the season goes along Starter Victor Isidoro, Dan scored once and had two RBI. and we are very pleased with Madden and Jeremy Tornatore Will Robinson tagged a pair of the way they are right now,” shared the pitching responsibili- singles, scored three times and Cougar Head Coach Rich ties for the Springfield players, had an RBI. Jeremy Ruka and Wischusen said. who are relatively new to the Jack Jarosz both went 2-for-3 District 12 Tournament format, with an RBI and a run scored. Probitas Verus Honos and were coached by Dave Jake DeClerico slashed an RBI CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Page S-6 Thursday, June 19, 2014 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

Cranford Cougar 12s Top Springfield, 11-1, in Cal Ripken District 12 Tournament

Pereira. in it last year, but they are rela- They are a good bunch of kids Wischusen singled off the glove Gollin drew a leadoff walk and “I thought they may have been tively new in the tournament. and a great bunch of coaches of the first baseman, Robinson advanced to second on a wild over there,” Coach Wischusen and Jarosz each rapped RBI pitch. After Tornatore grounded said. singles and Black’s groundout to out to the pitcher, Jacob Pereira In the top of the first, the Cou- short scored Robinson. drilled a liner back to Black at the gars added a minor scoring threat The Cougars threatened again mound, but an errant throw al- when Katz singled with two outs in the third, but right fielder lowed Gollin to score. then proceeded to steal second John Madden hauled in a difficult The Cougars made the score, and third, but Isidoro got the fly for the third out. Madden 11-1, in the fifth when Robinson next batter to ground out to added two more fine catches in singled, stole second, dashed to short. Springfield answered with the fourth inning, but the Cou- third on a wild pitch and scored a threat of their own in the bot- gars erupted for six runs despite on Toto’s looping single into left. tom of the inning when Zack his fine efforts. Robinson reached The next game for Springfield Gelo lined a leadoff single and on an error, stole the second of would be on June 15 against Tom Savarino followed with a his three stolen bases then Jarosz Westfield, 11-1, winners over walk. Both stole bases, putting wobbled an infield single. Toto Scotch Plains-Fanwood, and the runners on second and third, but walked, Black scribbled an in- Cougars were to face a tough Black fanned the next two bat- field RBI single, but a second Millburn squad. ters and got the third to ground run scored when the ball was “Great program! Very well out to first. dropped. Walsh singled and Katz coached baseball town,” Coach The second inning turned out lofted an RBI sacrifice fly to right. Wischusen said. to be an offensive bang as four Ruka ricocheted a hard RBI single Cranford 040 61 11 Cougars crossed the plate on off the centerfield fence and Springfield 000 10 1 five hits. Murphy bashed a lead- Murphy mangled a two-run off single and stole second then single up the middle. DiClerico sliced his long RBI Springfield got its only run in Probitas Verus Honos double down the right field line. the bottom of the fourth. Hunter Page S-7 Thursday, June 19, 2014 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary See another photo in The Westfield Leader

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Union County 7 Lead Northwest Sr. All-Stars to Victory over South Sr. All-Stars, 4-1

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Union County 7 Lead Northwest Sr. All-Stars to Victory over South Sr. All-Stars, 4-1 Page S-11 Thursday, June 19, 2014 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary CDC Presents Alice in Westfield Town Council Hears Appeal Wonderland, Jr. CRANFORD - The Cranford Dramatic Club (CDC) Junior Theatre will present Disney’s By Cranford on UCC Sports Complex Alice in Wonderland, Jr. for two performances on Saturday, By DOMINIC A. LAGANO member Tom Hannen, Jr. asked concerns that we already expe- teams for their recent achieve- June 21, at 11 and 2 p.m. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader for Westfield’s support in op- rience in Cranford,” Mr. Hannen ments. Travel down the rabbit hole WESTFIELD — At its regular posing construction of the sports said. “I’m here tonight looking The boys’ swim team won the and join Alice’s madcap adven- public meeting Tuesday evening, complex. “I’m here tonight to for your help. Please join us in NJSIAA Public A State Champi- tures in Wonderland as she several members of the public implore you to consider adopt- our resolution so that we can onship on February 23 for the chases the White Rabbit, races petitioned the Westfield Town ing a resolution supporting continue to protect our resi- 25th time in school history, a the Dodo Bird, get tied up with Council to consider a resolution Cranford’s resolution opposing dents in Cranford.” state record. Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum, opposing the construction of a this field…it is Cranford’s con- In other news, the council hon- Team members Charlie raps with a bubble blowing Cat- sports field complex on the tention that this project will sig- ored members of the Westfield Baldwin, Rob Ball, Aram erpillar and beats the Queen of Cranford campus of Union nificantly add to the flooding High School boys’ and girls’ swim CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Hearts at her own game. County College (UCC). The pro- The show is a fast paced stage posed sports complex would be adaptation of the timeless film located adjacent to Colby Lane featuring updated dialogue and in Cranford and Gallows Hill Road new arrangements of such clas- on the border of Cranford and sic Disney songs as “I’m Late,” Westfield. “The Un-birthday Song” and This issue previously was ad- “Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah.” dressed during the council’s General admission tickets are meeting on April 1, but no action $5 and can be purchased at was taken at that time as the www.cdctheatre.org. project was indefinitely post- CDC Theatre is New Jersey’s poned by UCC administration oldest continuously operating two weeks later due to public Community Theatre and is located at 78 Winans Avenue in opposition and concerns from Cranford. This production is the Union County Freeholder made possible in part through Board. the generosity of the Investors Critics stated that environmen- Foundation arm of Investors tal concerns, additional noise Bank and The Westfield Foun- pollution and lack of sufficient dation. parking in the area made the project undesirable. The plan called for the destruction of ap- Probitas Verus Honos proximately 700 mature trees, the loss of which opponents believed would exacerbate flooding in the area. Reading is Good For You According to members of the Union County Neighbors United, a grassroots organization formed to oppose the complex, the UCC has begun to consider those plans again. According to UCC’s website, its board of trustees and board of governors have scheduled a meeting this week, with one of the topics being “Athletic Field Options.” Former mayor and current Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader Cranford Township Committee UNDER WATER...High Street in Cranford, next to the new Riverfront at Cranford Station development, floods after heavy rain on Friday night. goleader.com/subscribe Page S-12 Thursday, June 19, 2014 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary UCC Sports Complex Appeal More Community Letters to the Editor Barmakian, Nick Cannone, Jo- conference session will imme- seph Chen, Kevin Clauss, Aedan diately be followed by the Citizens Concerns Surrounding Proposed Collins, Gavin Conlon, Stefan council’s regular public meet- Crigler, Ryan Daniel, Jack ing at 7:45 p.m. Edmonson, Lucas Fan, Jack Union County College Facility Are Not ‘Fictional’ Fico, Sean Gallagher, Sam This letter is in response to the that already causes immeasur- younger trees, absorbing more Hays, Chris Hoerrner, Stephen Letter to the Editor proposed plans of the Union able community anguish. carbon, and some even pulling Husch, Austin Kreusser, Tyler County College (UCC) to build an First, as I have reported at a in more carbon in a single year Lessner, David Lindros, John athletic facility with a track, la- past UCC Board of Trustees meet- than a younger tree in all of its Lindros, Jesse Liu, Jake Maher, Thank You for the Help crosse, and soccer field near the ing, the Township of Cranford lifetime. Additionally, the study Luke McGrory, Ben Meltzer, college back entrance off Gal- lost a total of 900 municipal indicates older trees mitigate Michael Mizus, Evan Moore, with Fundraiser lows Hill Road, Cranford. This trees through Hurricanes Irene more storm water runoff with plan has caused great concern and Sandy. That does not in- Sean Moore, Griffin Morgan, The Garwood Knights of Co- their massive root systems. It is Dan Myers, Will Murtishaw, Alec for many valid reasons. And it is clude private property trees, easy to pick and choose infor- lumbus would like to thank ev- not “the fiction that a few dis- which could easily double that Penn, Thomas Pyle, Jack Rose, eryone who donated to our an- mation to suit your purpose. Noah Styles, Hermes Suen, gruntled people have concocted” number. This is why purposeful On a broader level, how can nual fundraiser for “Physically as described in the UCC publica- destruction of 700 additional Blake Taylor, Mark Trinkle, Brad and Mentally Challenged Citi- UCC ignore the work of the May- Whitman, Francis Wong, Matt tion Union Matters for faculty trees is not acceptable and envi- ors’ Council Rahway River Wa- zens” the weekend of May 3rd and staff. If fiction, then why has ronmentally irresponsible in the Wornow, Nick Youssef and and 4th. Your generosity resulted tershed Flood Mitigation Plan, its Head Coach Jeff Knight were the college and board of trustees eyes of Cranford residents. mission, and Cranford’s leader- in $2,791 being collected by our been served with documents These 700 trees are mature all named in a proclamation members within the Borough of ship role with the 12-member issued by the council to com- opposing the plan, including: a hardwood forest trees. They are communities? Since the 2011 Garwood. three-page Resolution from the our good neighbors. The college memorate the event. Please know that the entire Irene storm, 12 regional mayors Similarly, four members of Township of Cranford; letter from is not with this plan. These leafy have worked tirelessly and to- amount collected is donated to the Cranford Environmental green canopies of 700 trees of the girls’ swim team also were the following local organizations: gether with the Army Corps of honored. Caroline Baldwin, Commission; letter from the various sizes are performing their Engineers to mitigate regional The Garwood Public School Pre-K Rahway River Watershed Asso- job of cleaning the air, taking up Sarah Cronin, Erika Daniel and Handicap Program, The Union flooding in the member commu- Gwyn Devin are members of ciation; resolution from the water, preventing erosion and nities. This UCC project flies in County Special Olympics, The Cranford Board of Education and cooling the atmosphere. Every the team that won the Union ARC of Union County, The Union the face of the goals of that County championship in Janu- numerous others? root, every leaf is working for us, working group. County Day Training Center, The My husband, Dr. Frank Krause, providing shade and conserving ary and were individually hon- New Jersey State Special Olym- For all the reasons cited above, ored for their prowess by the and I are long-time residents of energy. These benefits do not we petition the Board of Trust- pics and Catholic Community Cranford. I have served six years stop at the college border; they council. Services. ees of UCC to seriously consider Finally, the council approved on the Cranford Township Tree benefit all of us. No amount of the major negative impacts of Our special thanks to the fol- Advisory Board. And because we small newly-planted saplings will the demolition of single-family lowing people for their coopera- this proposed project, which is dwellings located at 500 Clifton have been fortunate to have two replace the benefits of these trees alienating the communities you tion and support; Kings Store of our four children be college for decades to come. Street, 84 Fairhill Drive, 218 Manger Brien Delp, PathMark serve. Please do not approve it. Golf Edge, 316 Linden Avenue, All-American Athletes, one in In the college’s publication to Store Manager Vincent Telesco, swimming and one in both cross- promote the facility, a “fact and Barbara S. Krause 1509 Pine Grove Avenue and Quick Chek Store Manager An- Cranford 229 Virginia Street; a single- country and track, we are keenly fiction” sheet states that the col- drea Salazar and Dunkin Donuts aware of the positive benefits of lege proposes to plant 1,500 family dwelling and a detached Franchise Owner Michael garage located at 543 college athletic involvement. Ath- trees (which do not appear in Reading is Good For You Komondy. letics is not the issue here. any location on the engineering Shackamaxon Drive and a com- In closing, our thanks again to mercial property located at 449 The problem with this particu- plans). The sheet also states Joseph Darcy, council financial lar UCC field proposal is the “old trees absorb less water than South Avenue East. secretary, all of our council mem- location. It is nonsensical for new trees according to the Ox- The next town council con- bers, their families and “our learned, well-educated people ford Journal of Tree Physiology.” ference session open to the friends” of the Garwood Knights to destroy 4.5 acres of 700 trees Conversely the American For- public is scheduled for Tues- of Columbus who volunteered to accommodate this facility. estry Organization indicates one day, July 15, at 7 p.m., at the the many hours in collecting, Even more, it is irresponsible to mature tree absorbs 52 to100 municipal building, located at that made this very worthy do so in this community of gallons of water and 48 pounds 425 East Broad Street. The fundraiser in helping the less Cranford, where floods have of carbon dioxide per day. And fortunate, a great success. become commonplace, most re- the journal NATURE recently Probitas Verus Honos Keith Gallagher cently May 1, 2014. 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