Bd. to Vote on Election Contracts WHS Students Remember Freshman

Ad Populos, Non Aditus, Pervenimus Published Every Thursday Since September 3, 1890 (908) 232-4407 USPS 680020 Thursday, January 24, 2013 OUR 123rd YEAR – ISSUE NO. 04-2013 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] SEVENTY FIVE CENTS WHS Students Remember Freshman During Vigil By DELL SIMEONE Academy in Marlboro. Emily Marissa Whitford and Chanel Specially Written for The Westfield Leader “A really nice guy, an extraordinary Shem, both students at the school, said WESTFIELD – Mark Holloway, the young man, a fun guy, enthusiastic,” Mark was a nice person and that they 14-year-old Westfield High School were some of the words used to de- would have liked to become friends freshman who died last Wednesday of scribe the likeable youngster. Karen with him. a flu-related illness, was remembered Cook, the parent of a Westfield High Mark’s mother spoke to the crowd. at a vigil held Sunday evening by his School student, attended the vigil with She said, “Mark was really excited friends and classmates in front of her 5-year-old daughter, Devin, who is about going to Westfield High School Westfield High School. a student at the Lincoln Elementary and liked everything about it.” Several The vigil lasted about one hour and School. students also addressed the crowd and was attended by approximately 100 Mrs. Cook told The Westfield Leader, said they were newly acquainted with fellow students and adults. The vigil “I really wanted to be here for him. It Mark, but had looked forward to get- was organized by Lanrey Badmus, a could have happened to anyone’s child. ting to know him better. 16-year-old sophomore at Westfield As I understand, many people have Westfield High School Principal High School, and Hiroshi Jones of been calling in sick over the past few Peter Renwick said in a statement sub- Springfield, a student at High Point weeks.” mitted to the press that the school was notified on January 17 of Mark’s death. “We extend our heartfelt sympathy to the family, and we respect the privacy of the family at this very difficult time,” he said. In an e-mail to parents that was obtained by The Leader, he described Mark’s death as a “great loss” to the community. “Our children are our most precious gifts and we have lost one of them. We hold in our hearts those who have been affected by this tragedy as we grieve Megan K. Scott for The Westfield Leader this loss together,” Mr. Renwick said. ANNUAL MARCH…Marchers walk down East Broad Street in Westfield to the First Congregational Churchon Elmer The Westfield Board of Health re- Street on Monday during the 26th annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day March. leased a statement on Friday confirm- ing that Mark’s death was from the flu. “While a severe case of the flu can be life-threatening, please be assured that County Sees Jail Population Cut; this was an isolated case. The Westfield Board of Health, in conjunction with the school district’s nursing staff and Superintendent of Schools, is carefully Bd. to Vote on Election Contracts monitoring school attendance for any By PAUL J. PEYTON regarding the hiring of Luminosity, erage stay at the jail had been ex- signs of increased absenteeism due to Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Mr. Riordan said the study would tended from 46 days in 2005 to 58 Megan K. Scott for The Westfield Leader the flu. At this time, there is no increase COUNTY – The Union County look at the entire criminal justice days in 2010. So while the number of LIFESAVER...John Todisco, left, uncle of Garwood Borough Council President in absenteeism that would suggest a Board of Chosen Freeholders is ex- system, including the court system as prisoner admissions to the jail was Sara Todisco, receives a Mayor's Citation from Mayor Pat Quattrocchi for his part in the rescue of a 16-year-old surfer on October 28 in rough seas off the coast high flu activity in the schools. Please pected to vote tonight to extend a well as probation and public down 2,000, or 23 percent, for that of Sea Bright. be assured that the schools are taking contract with Luminosity Inc., which defender’s offices, sheriff’s office and time period, the number of prisoners appropriate preventative measures such has been using software programs to the county prosecutor’s office, to iden- housed had not dropped. GW Debates Cost of AFC; as washing surfaces with special soap, assist county officials in reducing the tify any backlog of prisoner releases. Mr. Riordan said due to the success providing hand sanitizers throughout daily inmate population at the county Luminosity had found that the av- CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 the school facilities, and teaching the lockup in Elizabeth. students to wash their hands frequently, The resolution, requested by De- Seeks Bids for Bulk Pickup sneeze and cough into a tissue or sleeve, partment of Corrections Director RVSA Passes Flat Budget; By MEGAN K. SCOTT to $65 per home assessed at $100,000. and not to share food or drinks.” Brian Riordan, would extend the con- Specially written for The Westfield Leader Council President Sara Todisco, who Lorre Korecky, spokesperson for the tract for the St. Petersburg, Fla., com- GARWOOD – Borough Council chairs the council’s finance committee, Westfield school district, said the ab- pany through April 30 of this year, at Towns Still to Pay More members revisited the cost of the Ath- has said that the borough has secured sentee rate in the district has not been an additional $30,160, for a new con- By WAYNE BAKER get remains flat at $12,128,500. letic Field Complex (AFC) for the sec- almost $1 million in grants for the unusual or cause for concern. tract of $188,464. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader While the budget remains the same, ond meeting in a row Tuesday, trading project. She told Mr. Garritano that The health department has advised Mr. Riordan said the county jail’s RAHWAY — The Rahway Val- several factors combine to increase barbs after a resident challenged offi- homeowners will see a $25 increase in those with the flu to: stay home if they daily population on January 17 was ley Sewerage Authority’s (RVSA) the authority’s assessment on mem- cials on their communication of the their tax bill next year. Because of are experiencing symptoms; check with down to 696 prisoners, from 900 last Board of Commissioners last Thurs- bers by $963,000 from last year’s project with residents. interest on the bonds to pay for the a doctor and follow the physician’s January and from a high at one point day passed their 2013 budget with- $23.9 million in assessments as part Councilman Jim Mathieu accused project, the actual cost would be more advice as to medication; wash hands of 1,200 inmates. The jail was de- out an increase in operating ex- of a total budget of $25.7 million. Mayor Patricia Quattrocchi of having like $65 per property owner each year frequently, and do not touch eyes and signed to hold 520 inmates. During penses although several member Three things make up the bulk of misquoted the price of the $3.2-million for a total of $975. CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 his presentation to the board last year municipalities will see increases to this change; a reduction of about project and refusing to correct herself. The Athletic Field Complex has been their assessments. The budget now $750,000 in surplus that could be In an August 16, 2012 edition of The in discussion for more than a decade. It MS Council Names Advisory must undergo state review before it applied to the budget, savings of Westfield Leader, she wrote in a letter to will replace the Little League Park. can be finalized. about $400,000 in debt service the editor that the price was $2.75 Mayor Quattrocchi told Mr. Garritano For the first time in many years, costs, and the need to spend about million. Mayor Quattrocchi said that that the issue had been discussed in Bd.; Discusses Library HVAC RVSA’s board unanimously ap- $650,000 to refurbish a digester. she got the price from the borough’s open meetings. proved a budget. Assessments to member munici- By CATHERINE WATSON Union County Transportation Advi- bond attorney. The complex was ap- In other business, the council re- The 2013 operating expense bud- CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 proved in August and construction has jected a proposal from the Laws and Specially Written for The Westfield Leader sory Board (UC-TAB), the council already begun. Licenses Committee to waive the $400 MOUNTAINSIDE – The resolved to appoint Councilman Rob- Mr. Mathieu, the lone vote on the fee for property owners seeking a cer- Mountainside Council, at its regular ert Messler and Borough Engineer council against the complex, responded: tificate of non-conformity. Some resi- meeting Tuesday night, set a $25,000 Michael Disko, Jr. as the “Show me in the ordinance.” dents have found themselves vulner- limit for an investigation into the municipality’s representative and al- The debate was sparked during the able without the paperwork, discover- scope and cost of replacing the ternate, respectively. The two will work session when resident Joe ing their properties were never granted Mountainside Public Library’s heat- serve on the UC-TAB until Decem- Garritano asked what the exact cost variances when changes were enacted. ing, ventilation and air conditioning ber 31, 2013. would be to individual taxpayers. He The panel, comprised of Committee (HVAC) system. The council also appointed questioned the varying figures of $25 CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 The library’s current HVAC sys- Mountainside resident Zenon Moriak tem was installed circa 1966 and to serve as municipal representative may prove less expensive to replace on the Union County Air Traffic and than to continue repairing. The bor- Noise Advisory Board (UC-ATNAB). ough has hired Strunk-Albert Engi- The council’s formal resolution to neering to produce an estimate of appoint Mr. Moriak noted that noise replacement costs. CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 The investigation will additionally consider the costs of purchasing a backup emergency generator for the Correction library, to be used during blackout A front-page story in last week’s conditions, such as the borough ex- Westfield Leader on coverage of the perienced following Hurricane Cranford Township Committee Sandy. should have said that Township At- In acknowledgement of extreme torney Dan McCarthy said that if Photo courtesy of Brian Walter overtime hours that borough work- retired Judge Douglas Wolfson, who ST. PATRICK’S DAY PREP…Fanwood Mayor Colleen Mahr, Joe Nolan from Channel 7 Eyewitness News, Brian Costello and Brian Walter, owners of ers put in during Sandy’s aftermath, presided at the Birchwood Site Plan OH’Brian’s in Fanwood, were celebrity bartenders at this year’s St. Patrick’s the council moved to award all de- hearings as the hearing officer, had Day Parade Fundraiser in Kenilworth. Pictured, left to right, are: Mr. Costello, partment of public works staff and been reappointed as a Superior Court Mr. Walter, Mayor Mahr and Mr. Nolan. police dispatchers an additional day judge on the Middlesex County bench of pay or one day of compensatory before the hearings, he would have PAGE INDEX time, along with a memo of thanks. been prohibited from presiding at the Regional ...... 2-3 Education ...... 16 The council also fixed the salary hearings. New Jersey State Supreme Editorial ...... 4-5 Sports ...... 9-14 range for the Office of Emergency Court Chief Justice Stuart Rabner Photo courtesy of Noreen Wickwire Police ...... 6 Real Estate .... 9-13 ACTS OF KINDNESS…Kindergarten students at Holy Trinity Interparochial Management director at $5,000 to announced the reappointment of Community ... 6-7, 15 Classifieds ..... 15 School celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr.’s birthday on Monday through song, $15,000. Judge Wolfson on December 27. We Obituary ...... 6 A&E ...... 17-18 books, acts of kindness and writing about their own dreams for the future. In response to a request from the regret the error.

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Photo courtesy of Ellen Zimmerman Megan K. Scott for The Westfield Leader WESTERN WALL...During a 10-day tour of Israel, Scotch Plains residents catch WORK SESSION...Garwood Mayor Pat Quattrocchi, center, and the rest of the up on hometown news in The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times at the Western Wall borough council listen to Councilman Jim Mathieu, foreground, during Tuesday in Jerusalem. Pictured, top row, from left to right, are: Jonathan Zucker, Josh night’s work session. Megan K. Scott for The Westfield Leader Zimmerman, Ellen Zimmerman, Randi Zucker, Irene Katz, Jeff Atlas; bottom DAY OF SERVICE...Children line up for pizza at the Martin Luther King Day row, Kelly Zimmerman, Rachel Zucker, Alison Zimmerman, Jeremy Zimmerman of Service held at the Fanwood-Scotch Plains YMCA on Monday. and Michael Zucker. MS BOE Provides Results WF BOE Discusses e-Book; Of Strategic Planning Survey Union County Freeholders By DOMINIC A. LAGANO “everything is a priority.” CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Some of those priorities included School Security Measures of the Luminosity program, his de- $26,383 contract with Dominion MOUNTAINSIDE — During its high NJASK scores, small class size, By DELL SIMEONE tendent of Curriculum, Instruction partment was able to temporarily Voting Systems of Denver, Colo., to regular monthly meeting Tuesday full-day kindergarten, upgrading the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and Program Paul Pineiro told the close a housing unit at the jail during provide licensing, maintenance and evening, the Mountainside Board of district’s technology and repairs and board that, “different programs, such the refurbishment of inmate show- support for the WinEDS voting sys- Education (BOE) reported on the re- improvements to both Beechwood and WESTFIELD – Westfield Board as Drop Box and Google Drive, could ers. Forty-two prisoners were trans- tem. The Dominion contract would sults of the strategic planning survey Deerfield Schools. of Education members, on Tuesday be used by teachers to manage data at ferred to the Hudson County jail per run from April 1, 2013 to March 31, that was released to the public in mid- Ms. Motz also wanted to call atten- evening, were shown a presentation home and at work.” an agreement approved by the free- 2014. October. tion to the limitations of such a survey. of a new e-book featuring Westfield District Business Administrator holders last year with that county. He The Union County Board of Elec- As covered in recent editions of The “Everything you see here is students. Dana Sullivan gave a PowerPoint said the inmates released were those tions has requested another contract Westfield Leader, the survey resulted the…perception of the people because Last year, the collaboration of two presentation on the elements that go with less serious charges, describing with Royal Printing of West New from the board’s strategic planning ses- it’s important to us to understand what language arts teachers at Roosevelt into the budget process. them as “low-hanging offenders” or York, N.J., for $100,000 for the print- sions seeking inventive ideas to im- you think about us and how the schools Intermediate School, Matt Kalafat The board voted to accept the fol- “low-caliber cases.” He said the more ing of voting authority books, poll prove the district in a cost-efficient are going,” she said. and Derrick Nelson, led to a cultural lowing gifts: an Artley Bb clarinet serious offenders remain in lockup. books and all other printing as manner. The entirety of the results from the exchange between students from the from Mr. Ludlum for the fine arts “The housing area renovations needed. The contract represents a Jeane Parker, chairperson of the strategic planning survey may be Plainfield and Westfield school dis- department; the Westfield Coalition should start shortly after some logis- $40,000 reduction from last year. board’s Strategic Planning Commit- viewed on the district’s website, lo- tricts, and the publication, by Pen- For The Arts donated $2,225 for the tical set up by the vendor,” county The Board of Elections also is seek- tee, stated that 258 people responded to cated at mountainsideschools.org. guin Books, of a new e-book. purchase of an 55-inch LCD televi- spokesman Sebastian D’Elia said. He ing a one-year, $70,000 contract with the survey. During the Chief School Adminis- The students came together to learn sion and wall mount and a 25-foot said the project is projected to take The Liberty Group of Union to trans- Ms. Parker and fellow committee trator report portion of the meeting, and have a discussion about a book HDMI cable for the Roosevelt Inter- between a year and 18 months to port voting machines to and from members Cathy Jakositz and Kate Motz Nancy Lubarsky recognized the they were both reading. The program mediate School art classroom and complete. county polling places. delivered a presentation with the achievement of one of the district’s garnered coverage last January by $3,375 for the purchase of 75 Wenger The county hired Perselay Associ- Board of Elections Administrator survey’s results. students. The New York Times, which prompted music stands for the Fine Arts De- ates, Inc. of Chatham last spring to Dennis Kobitz told the freeholders Eighty-two percent of those who Michael Ciccimarra, a sixth-grade Penguin Books to get involved. The partments. develop a management study of the Liberty was the only company to responded felt that the district performs student from Deerfield, recently won purpose of the cultural exchange was Board member Ann Cary ques- county jail, including whether or not submit a bid this year to the county’s the same or better as compared to neigh- the district’s “Geography Bee.” The to bring together students from two tioned Ms. Dolan on security issues. to privatize the correctional facility. request for quotation (RFQ). Last boring school districts, after consider- National Geographic Society sponsors different communities to discuss the Ms. Dolan said security efforts, such The $30,000 contract ended last year, a second company was utilized ing the tax dollars allocated to the this event. John Steinbeck book “Of Mice and as door buzzers at all schools, and month. Gary Hilton, who previously but did not live up to requirements Mountainside school district. Ms. Lubarsky also provided an up- Men.” The Westfield students, who talks with the Westfield Police De- served as acting director at the jail, is of its contract, including failing to Ninety-five percent of those who date regarding upgrading security mea- are now freshmen at Westfield High partment are ongoing. a partner in Perselay. return all election machines to the responded felt that the Mountainside sures in the district in the wake of the School, are Max Carl, Rebecca The board adjourned and went into In other business, the freeholders Board of Elections warehouse in school district prepares its students for Newtown, Conn. tragedy. Pariente, Maya Jonsson, Greta a budget workshop meeting. The next considered multiple resolutions, to- Scotch Plains by the Friday after the the NJASK Test either “moderately” or Ms. Lubarsky stated that she met Bramball, Evan Rooney and Owen Board of Education meeting will be taling $536,000, for annual election election, thus forcing county work- “very well.” with a team of security specialists, com- Murray. In the e-book, the students held on Tuesday, February 19, at 7:30 services contracts. Full Service Mail- ers to complete the task. The county Ninety-two percent of those who prised of members of the Mountainside discuss characters, theme and the idea p.m. at the administration building, ers of Hackensack, which provides paid $100,000 last year, split evenly responded felt that the Mountainside Police Department, Wayne De Vico, of the American Dream. It is to be located at 302 Elm Street. mail fulfillment services, is to re- between the two companies. school district prepares its students for the building and grounds supervisor, used by teachers to teach the story. ceive a contract of $66,000, with The board also is expected to vote the transition from Beechwood to and the building administrators and The e-book is available from Ama- Lebanon, N.J.-based B&B Press to on a resolution tonight in support of Deerfield Schools either “moderately” conducted a security inspection for both zon and Itunes. Reading is good for you! garner $240,000 to print vote-by- Scotch Plains’ ordinance to reduce or “very well.” schools. The security team will issue a Nancy Latimer and Jeanine Gottko, mail and provisional ballots for the the speed limit along portions of Eighty-nine percent of those who report with recommendations on im- the master technology teachers, gave June Primary and November General Martine Avenue from 40 to 35 mph responded felt that the district prepares proving school security. a detailed update of the district tech- Elections. and from 45 to 40, respectively. its students for the transition from gram- During the committee reports por- nology initiative. The two were con- Full Service Mailers’ contract is Freeholder Bruce Bergen said he mar school to high school either “mod- tion of the meeting, Christopher Minks, tracted, for one year, to aid other down from $80,000 last year, while would put forth a resolution support- erately” or “very well.” chairman of the Personnel/Negotiations teachers in using laptops, iPads and B&B’s represents an increase of ing President Barack Obama’s pro- Seventy-five percent of those who Committee, delivered a brief update on the appropriate apps in the teaching $33,000. posals to curb gun violence. He said responded felt that the Mountainside the opening of contract negotiations process. Both teachers said they have The county clerk also has put forth his resolution would, among other school district prepares its students for with members of the Mountainside reached out to other teachers and goleader.com/subscribe a resolution for an additional $30,000 things, call for the reinstatement of a the transition from high school to col- Education Association (MEA). After offered their help. Assistant Superin- for further miscellaneous election federal ban on assault weapons, back- lege either “moderately” or “very well.” the last contract negotiations were com- services from county vendors, as ground checks for all gun purchases Seventy-four percent of those who pleted late last year, Mr. Minks ex- well as a resolution for a one-year, and a 10-round limit for magazines. responded felt that the use of technol- pressed that the board wished to begin ogy as a tool in the district’s curriculum negotiations for the next contract as RVSA Passes Flat Budget is “very important,” while ninety-seven soon as possible. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 percent believed that the performance The term of the current contract will palities rise overall, but due to the Brian Hak of Weiner, Lesniak, LLP. Mountainside Council of Mountainside schools affect expire at the end of the school year in billing methodology, while they rise Mr. Hak remains as counsel for CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Mountainside property values. June 2013. That contract was in nego- in most towns, they diminish in two both the Passaic River litigation pollution, from increased air traffic Mountainside Softball Association a Ms. Motz stated that part of the ob- tiations for the past two years. The first communities. Westfield will see an (NJDEP v. Occidental Chemical) and new routes from local airports, license to construct a shed on Field jective of the survey was to determine meeting between the two parties is increase of about one-fifth of 1 per- and the co-generation case. threaten Mountainside dwellers’ qual- Drive, between Sawmill Road and Cen- the wishes of the parents and guardians tentatively scheduled for Tuesday, Feb- cent, about a $7,500 rise from last Frank Mazzarella, Clark’s com- ity of life. Mr. Moriak’s term on the tral Avenue, adjacent to Deerfield of the students. “It was really important ruary 12. year’s assessment of $3.5 million; missioner, expressed his concern board will expire on December 31, School’s softball field and parking lot. to us going forward with our strategic The next BOE meeting open to the Scotch Plains will see about a two- about Mr. Estis’ involvement, stat- 2014. Officials also approved an application plan to understand what your priorities public is scheduled for Tuesday, Febru- thirds of one percent increase, or ing he felt this would raise RVSA’s Council President Keith Turner an- by the Westfield Area “Y” for an on- are,” she said. According to the results ary 26, at 7:30 p.m. in Beechwood roughly $10,000 over last year’s $1.6 costs. Robert Luban, Woodbridge’s nounced that Mountainside will soon premise raffle drawing. of the survey, Ms. Motz continued, School’s Susan O. Collier Media Center. million; while Garwood should an- commissioner, said he felt Mr. Estis publicly auction three surplus vehicles Ms. Andre narrated the first reading ticipate about a 13.5 percent rise, al- was not “supervising” Mr. Hak. Mr. that are no longer of use to the borough. of amendments to an ordinance, which most a $60,000 jump, from the 2012 Estis had said he saw his role as The vehicles are a 2009 Crown Victoria, will increase fees for membership at assessment of $438,500. “supervisory only” in regard to co- a 1998 Chevy Blazer and a 1994 EZ the Mountainside Community Pool by Garwood Council Clark should expect a decrease of generation issues and that he (Mr. Beever Chipper. Mr. Turner called the about 2 percent. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 over 7 percent, a savings of almost Estis) planned to attend co-genera- auction “an opportunity to own a piece Michael Jackson of the Police Be- $197,000 from last year’s $2.7 mil- tion mediation sessions. of Mountainside,” but also cautioned nevolent Association (PBA) said the Chairwoman Ann Palmer, Ms. Todisco towns have higher taxes and have to lion, the result of the closing of US The Commissioners quickly that anyone interested in bidding should PBA and the Mountainside chapter of and Councilman Victor DeFilippo, had pay for garbage collection and sewer Gypsum’s drywall plant. Kenilworth quashed this idea, expressing their make a first-hand inspection of the The Elks will co-host a fundraiser on suggested abolishing the fee, but Mr. fees separate from their tax bills. will see their assessment drop by al- faith in Mr. Hak’s abilities and judg- vehicles before placing a bid deposit. Friday, February 8, at 4:30 p.m. The Mathieu, backed by Councilman Wil- Garwood is sending out a request for most 13.25 percent, though the dollar ment. Mark Dugan, Cranford’s Following that announcement, the proceeds will go for medical and living liam Nierstedt and Councilman Louis proposals for vendors to bid on a pay- reduction of just over $134,000 from commissioner, suggested that a council voted on a resolution to refund expenses for Mountainside resident Petruzzelli, disagreed. The council ap- to-use bulk garbage pickup. Mr. last year’s $1.01 million assessment. member or committee from the a $556 bid deposit from a previous Craig Trano, a local plumber, who was peared to be unanimous in lowering the Nierstedt, who campaigned on the is- In other business, a spirited dis- board should attend the meeting. auction of a 2007 Girardin mini-bus. recently hospitalized at St. Barnabas fee, but the three dissenters received a sue this past fall, said the quotes would cussion of the roles of general coun- Mr. Hak, who was in attendance, Grace Quality Used Cars of Morrisville, Medical Center in Livingston due a tie-breaking vote from Mayor Quat- be on a price per ton basis. While sel and special counsel followed said he was there only because very Pa. placed the deposit in question. rare reaction to a medical treatment. trocchi to send the issue back to com- residents may not have that much bulk the statement by Dennis Estis of recent developments in the Passaic Mr. Turner and Mr. Messler voted In other news, the borough estab- mittee. garbage, the quote should help calcu- Greenbaum, Rowe, Smith and River case required discussion dur- “no” on the resolution, although it still lished a part-time payroll clerk position Mr. Mathieu criticized Garwood for late the cost per household, he said. Davis, LLP that he intended to at- ing closed session. passed on the strength of “yes” votes with an annual salary of $3,000, and a 4.3-percent increase in property taxes Mr. Nierstedt, known for his envi- tend mediation sessions related to Mediation in the co-generation from Councilwoman Deanna Andre, hired Catherine Cook to fill the role. last year. According to a Star-Ledger ronmental agenda, also questioned the the co-generation facility. Mr. Estis, case is scheduled for early April, Councilman Glenn Mortimer and Denbar Construction, Inc. of report, taxes went up 1.4 percent for the spraying of pesticides to control the who serves as Fanwood’s borough but there is an expectation that it is Councilman Jeffrey Wass. Kenilworth was selected to undertake state, the smallest increase in more than vegetation in the Garwood Brook on attorney, recently took over the likely to be postponed. The council granted the pothole repairs in Mountainside. The two decades. New Jersey’s property Willow Avenue, which flows into the position of general counsel from company was the only bidder for the job. taxes are one of the highest in the Cranford River. He also raised the issue The council adjourned for an execu- country. of the planned purchase of a 2013 Cranford Icemen Set tive session on matters of litigation. “Of this 4.3-percent increase, one- Chevrolet Tahoe Special Service Ve- third went to raises for our employees,” hicle (SSV) for the Garwood Police Cancer Fundraiser he said. “If you are on a fixed income Department. The pesticides matter was CRANFORD — The Cranford and struggling, if your property value tabled. While the SSV stayed, Mr. High School ice hockey team will WHS Vigil is plummeting, we’re giving raises. Nierstedt encouraged the council to hold a “Unite for Will Power” CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 We’re partying like it’s 1999 here.” look into “greener cars” in the future. fundraiser to help beat cancer in a mouth, where germs can enter the body. Ms. Todisco acknowledged that one- “I’m not a big fan of SUVs,” he said. face-off with the Westfield Blue Likewise, Westfield health classes third sounded “dramatic,” but noted He also asked the borough to consider Devils at Warinanco Rink in Roselle have reminded students not to share that one-third of the borough’s budget creating a Day of Service next year for on Wednesday, February 6, at 8:30 drinks, and to wash hands, eat foods is for salaries. She said neighboring the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday. p.m. with Vitamin C and D, stay home if sick Admission is $10 for adults and $5 and to be aware that there are shots for for students. A $10 per ticket raffle the flu provided by the medical com- will be held with the grand prize munity, according to Ms. Korecky. being four tickets to a New York Walgreen’s Pharmacy, at 260 North Rangers game plus a night at the Avenue, East, and the CVS Pharmacy, Marriot Marquis. First prize will be at 210 South Avenue, West, both said four tickets to a New York Yankees they have the flu vaccine. A spokesman game and second prize will be New for Baron’s Drug Store said the estab- York Knicks tickets. lishment did not have the vaccine and Tickets are available at The Rustic did not plan to get it. Mill and Augusta Mae in Cranford, Funeral services for Mark will be and Vicki’s Diner in Westfield. Do- tomorrow, Friday, January 25, at noon nations can be sent to “Friends of at the Christian Pentecostal Church, CHS Hockey,” 111 James Avenue, 971 Clinton Avenue, Irvington. Visita- Cranford, N.J. 07016 or tion will be held from 10:30 a.m. to CranfordHShockey.org. noon. Arrangements are being handled Megan K. Scott for The Westfield Leader MLK DAY...Union County Freeholder Vernell Wright of Union, right, eats Go to www.goleader.com by the Plinton-Curry Funeral Home, Greg Ryan for The Westfield Leader pancakes and sausage, at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Pancake Breakfast at Ballyhoo Sports page 7 for 411 West Broad Street, Westfield. DRIVE SAFE…A serious accident on West Broad Street near the intersection of the Westfield Community Center in Westfield. more. Paul J. Peyton assisted in this report. Hyslip Avenue in Westfield on Friday morning left at least one person injured. Serving the community since 1959

USPS 485200 Thursday, January 24, 2013 Published Every Thursday Since 1959 (908) 232-4407 OUR 54th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 04-2013 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.timesnj.com [email protected] SEVENTY FIVE CENTS BOE Considers Drafts for School Calendar; Soccer Teams Honored By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL the last day of school on Thursday, keep the Everyday Math curriculum Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times June 19, 2014. that it has been using since 2010. SCOTCH PLAINS – Superinten- Under a second draft calendar, Mrs. Bauer said the committee also dent of Schools Margaret Hayes told schools also would open for students has recommended that the materials the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of on September 9, but professional ser- used for the program be upgraded to Education last Thursday that under a vice days would be on September 4, the 2012 version that has recently proposed 2013-2014 school calen- and Fridays, January 17 and Febru- come out. It was noted that the dis- dar, school would open on Monday, ary 14, 2014. This option would make trict currently uses the programs from September 9. the last day of school on Monday, 2004 and 2001. Under one calendar option, schools June 23, 2014. It was noted that the Mrs. Bauer said the new program would open on September 9, with board would vote on the options dur- “matches well with the program from professional service days on Wednes- ing the upcoming board meetings. 2004 and 2001, and is a better fit for day, September 4, Columbus Day on Board Vice-President Nancy Bauer the district than the 2007 program Monday, October 14, and Friday, June told the board of the Curriculum from six years ago.” She also stated 20, 2014. This option would make Committee’s recommendation to that testing has proven that students using the Everyday Math program “have had good math scores.” Fanwood resident Michael Lewis spoke to the board, stating that he did not agree with the positive feedback of the Everyday Math program and looked forward to hearing future pre- sentations regarding the district’s mathematics curriculum. At the start of Thursday’s meeting, the board of education marked the achievements of the boys’ and girls’ varsity soccer teams with three separate resolutions.

The girls were recognized for their Megan K. Scott for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times winning season, which totaled 18 DAY OF SERVI CE...Children line up for pizza at the Martin Luther King Day of Service held at the Fanwood-Scotch Plains wins, two losses and three ties. All 25 YMCA on Monday. members of the team were honored for their impressive season and their co-championship win shared with Westfield High School in the Union County Sees Jail Population Cut; County Championship. It was noted that the girls have played in the finals for the past eight years and have won Photo courtesy of Brian Walter Bd. to Vote on Election Contracts ST. PATRICK’S DAY PREP…Fanwood Mayor Colleen Mahr, Joe Nolan from seven Union County titles. The girls are led by Head Coach By PAUL J. PEYTON pany through April 30 of this year, at the refurbishment of inmate show- Channel 7 Eyewitness News, Brian Costello and Brian Walter, owners of Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times OH’Brian’s in Fanwood, were celebrity bartenders at this year’s St. Patrick’s Kevin Ewing and Assistant Coach an additional $30,160, for a new con- ers. Forty-two prisoners were trans- Day Parade Fundraiser in Kenilworth. Pictured, from left to right, are: Mr. Michelle Tobier. It was noted that JV COUNTY – The Union County tract of $188,464. ferred to the Hudson County jail per Costello, Mr. Walter, Mayor Mahr and Mr. Nolan. Coach Matt Tiedemann and Fresh- Board of Chosen Freeholders is ex- Mr. Riordan said the county jail’s an agreement approved by the free- man Coach Joe Higgins also were pected to vote tonight to extend a daily population on January 17 was holders last year with that county. He part of the winning coaching staff. contract with Luminosity Inc., which down to 696 prisoners, from 900 last said the inmates released were those WHS Students Remember The 26-member varsity boys’ soc- has been using software programs to January and from a high at one point with less serious charges, describing cer team was recognized for its sea- assist county officials in reducing the of 1,200 inmates. The jail was de- them as “low-hanging offenders” or son of 19 wins, one loss and three daily inmate population at the county signed to hold 520 inmates. During “low-caliber cases.” He said the more Freshman During Vigil ties. The boys also were honored for lockup in Elizabeth. his presentation to the board last year serious offenders remain in lockup. By DELL SIMEONE here for him. It could have happened to their Union County Championship The resolution, requested by De- regarding the hiring of Luminosity, “The housing area renovations Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times anyone’s child. As I understand, many title against Governor Livingston partment of Corrections Director Mr. Riordan said the study would should start shortly after some logis- WESTFIELD – Mark Holloway, the people have been calling in sick over High School. Brian Riordan, would extend the con- look at the entire criminal justice tical set up by the vendor,” county 14-year-old Westfield High School the past few weeks.” CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 tract for the St. Petersburg, Fla., com- system, including the court system as spokesman Sebastian D’Elia said. He freshman who died last Wednesday of Emily Marissa Whitford and Chanel well as probation and public said the project is projected to take a flu-related illness, was remembered Shem, both students at the school, said defender’s offices, sheriff’s office and between a year and 18 months to at a vigil held Sunday evening by his Mark was a nice person and that they RVSA Passes Flat Budget; the county prosecutor’s office, to iden- complete. friends and classmates in front of would have liked to become friends tify any backlog of prisoner releases. The county hired Perselay Associ- Westfield High School. with him. Luminosity had found that the av- ates, Inc. of Chatham last spring to The vigil lasted about one hour and Mark’s mother spoke to the crowd. Towns Still to Pay More erage stay at the jail had been ex- develop a management study of the was attended by approximately 100 She said, “Mark was really excited By WAYNE BAKER almost a $60,000 jump, from the tended from 46 days in 2005 to 58 county jail, including whether or not fellow students and adults. The vigil about going to Westfield High School Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times 2012 assessment of $438,500. days in 2010. So while the number of to privatize the correctional facility. was organized by Lanrey Badmus, a and liked everything about it.” Several RAHWAY — The Rahway Valley Clark should expect a decrease prisoner admissions to the jail was The $30,000 contract ended last 16-year-old sophomore at Westfield students also addressed the crowd and Sewerage Authority’s (RVSA) of over 7 percent, a savings of al- down 2,000, or 23 percent, for that month. Gary Hilton, who previously High School, and Hiroshi Jones of said they were newly acquainted with Board of Commissioners last Thurs- most $197,000 from last year’s $2.7 time period, the number of prisoners served as acting director at the jail, is Springfield, a student at High Point Mark, but had looked forward to get- day passed their 2013 budget with- million, the result of the closing of housed had not dropped. a partner in Perselay. Academy in Marlboro. ting to know him better. out an increase in operating ex- US Gypsum’s drywall plant. Mr. Riordan said due to the success In other business, the freeholders “A really nice guy, an extraordinary Westfield High School Principal penses although several member Kenilworth will see their assess- of the Luminosity program, his de- considered multiple resolutions, to- young man, a fun guy, enthusiastic,” Peter Renwick said in a statement sub- municipalities will see increases to ment drop by almost 13.25 percent, partment was able to temporarily taling $536,000, for annual election were some of the words used to describe mitted to the press that the school was their assessments. The budget now though the dollar reduction of just close a housing unit at the jail during CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 the likeable youngster. Karen Cook, the notified on January 17 of Mark’s death. must undergo state review before it over $134,000 from last year’s parent of a Westfield High School stu- “We extend our heartfelt sympathy to can be finalized. $1.01 million assessment. dent, attended the vigil with her 5-year- the family, and we respect the privacy For the first time in many years, In other business, a spirited dis- old daughter, Devin, who is a student at of the family at this very difficult time,” RVSA’s board unanimously ap- cussion of the roles of general coun- the Lincoln Elementary School. he said. In an e-mail to parents that was proved a budget. sel and special counsel followed Mrs. Cook told The Scotch Plains- obtained by The Times, he described The 2013 operating expense the statement by Dennis Estis of Fanwood Times, “I really wanted to be CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 budget remains flat at Greenbaum, Rowe, Smith and $12,128,500. While the budget Davis, LLP that he intended to at- remains the same, several factors tend mediation sessions related to combine to increase the the co-generation facility. Mr. Estis, authority’s assessment on mem- who serves as Fanwood’s borough bers by $963,000 from last year’s attorney, recently took over the $23.9 million in assessments as position of general counsel from part of a total budget of $25.7 Brian Hak of Weiner, Lesniak, LLP. million. Three things make up the Mr. Hak remains as counsel for bulk of this change; a reduction of both the Passaic River litigation about $750,000 in surplus that (NJDEP v. Occidental Chemical) could be applied to the budget, and the co-generation case. savings of about $400,000 in debt Frank Mazzarella, Clark’s com- service costs, and the need to missioner, expressed his concern spend about $650,000 to refur- about Mr. Estis’ involvement, stat- bish a digester. ing he felt this would raise RVSA’s Photo courtesy of Tom Kranz Assessments to member munici- costs. Robert Luban, Woodbridge’s APPRECIATION DINNER…The Fanwood Fire Department and Rescue Squad held their annual awards dinner at Berkeley Plaza in Berkeley Heights on palities rise overall, but due to the commissioner, said he felt Mr. Estis Saturday night. Pictured, Joan Lozowski, a member of both the Scotch Plains and billing methodology, while they rise was not “supervising” Mr. Hak. Mr. Fanwood Rescue Squads, stands behind, left to right, Aditi Jain of the Scotch in most towns, they diminish in two Estis had said he saw his role as Plains Rescue Squad, Karolyn Buckridee, a member of both the Scotch Plains communities. Westfield will see an “supervisory only” in regard to co- and Fanwood squads; Rob Villegas and Brian Downing of the Fanwood squad. increase of about one fifth of 1 generation issues and that he (Mr. CHELSEA CHRISTMAS…Brownie Girl Scout Troops No. 40821 and 40965 percent, about a $7,500 rise from Estis) planned to attend co-genera- PAGE INDEX from Brunner Elementary School in Scotch Plains marked the holiday season by last year’s assessment of $3.5 mil- tion mediation sessions. caroling at the Chelsea Assisted Living Community on December 14. The girls Regional ...... 2-3 Education ...... 16 sang seasonal songs and gave out cookies and door prizes. This was one of several lion; Scotch Plains will see about a The Commissioners quickly two-thirds of one percent increase, quashed this idea, expressing their Editorial ...... 4-5 Sports ...... 9-14 requirements toward earning the Philanthropist badge. Fanwood-Scotch Plains Police ...... 6 Real Estate .... 9-13 is among 138 communities in Girl Scouts Heart of New Jersey, which serves over or roughly $10,000 over last year’s faith in Mr. Hak’s abilities and judg- $1.6 million; while Garwood should ment. Mark Dugan, Cranford’s Community ... 6-7, 15 Classifieds ..... 15 25,000 girls and 11,000 adult members in seven counties across central New Obituary ...... 6 A&E ...... 17-18 Jersey. For more information, call (908) 518-4400 or go to gshnj.org. anticipate about a 13.5 percent rise, CONTINUED ON PAGE 8

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Megan K. Scott for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times ANNUAL MARCH…Marchers walk down East Broad Street in Westfield to the First Congregational Church on Elmer Street on Monday during the annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day march. SOUNDS OF KLEZMER…The six-person band “Lehaim,” pictured above, will Photo courtesy of Ellen Zimmerman be featured on Saturday, January 26, when Congregation Beth Israel presents a GW Debates Cost of AFC; WESTERN WALL...During a 10-day tour of Israel, Scotch Plains residents concert of Klezmer music from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Doors open to the public at 7 p.m. catch up on hometown news in The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times at the Tickets are $18 at the door. Congregation Beth Israel is located at 18 Shalom Western Wall in Jerusalem. Pictured, from left to right, are: top row, Way, at the corner of Martine Avenue, in Scotch Plains. See story on page 7. Seeks Bids for Bulk Pickup Jonathan Zucker, Josh Zimmerman, Ellen Zimmerman, Randi Zucker, Irene Katz and Jeff Atlas; bottom row, Kelly Zimmerman, Rachel Zucker, Alison By MEGAN K. SCOTT and Councilman Victor DeFilippo, had Zimmerman, Jeremy Zimmerman and Michael Zucker. Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times suggested abolishing the fee, but Mr. WF BOE Discusses e-Book; GARWOOD – Borough Council Mathieu, backed by Councilman Wil- members revisited the cost of the Ath- liam Nierstedt and Councilman Louis letic Field Complex (AFC) for the sec- Petruzzelli, disagreed. The council ap- MS Council Names Advisory School Security Measures ond meeting in a row Tuesday, trading peared to be unanimous in lowering the By DELL SIMEONE help. Assistant Superintendent of barbs after a resident challenged offi- fee, but the three dissenters received a Bd.; Discusses Library HVAC Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Curriculum, Instruction and Pro- cials on their communication of the tie-breaking vote from Mayor Quat- WESTFIELD – Westfield Board gram Paul Pineiro told the board project with residents. trocchi to send the issue back to com- By CATHERINE WATSON from increased air traffic and new of Education members, on Tuesday that, “different programs, such as Councilman Jim Mathieu accused mittee. Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times routes from local airports, threaten evening, were shown a presenta- Drop Box and Google Drive, could Mayor Patricia Quattrocchi of having Mr. Mathieu criticized Garwood for MOUNTAINSIDE – The Mountainside dwellers’ quality of tion of a new e-book featuring be used by teachers to manage data misquoted the price of the $3.2-million a 4.3-percent increase in property taxes Mountainside Council, at its regu- life. Mr. Moriak’s term on the board Westfield students. at home and at work.” project and refusing to correct herself. last year. According to a Star-Ledger lar meeting Tuesday night, set a will expire on December 31, 2014. Last year, the collaboration of District Business Administrator In an August 16, 2012 edition of The report, taxes went up 1.4 percent for the $25,000 limit for an investigation Council President Keith Turner two language arts teachers at Dana Sullivan gave a PowerPoint Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times, she state, the smallest increase in more than into the scope and cost of replacing announced that Mountainside will Roosevelt Intermediate School, presentation on the elements that wrote in a letter to the editor that the two decades. New Jersey’s property the Mountainside Public Library’s soon publicly auction three surplus Matt Kalafat and Derrick Nelson, go into the budget process. price was $2.75 million. Mayor taxes are one of the highest in the heating, ventilation and air condi- vehicles that are no longer of use to led to a cultural exchange between The board voted to accept the Quattrocchi said that she got the price country. tioning (HVAC) system. the borough. The vehicles are a students from the Plainfield and following gifts: an Artley Bb clari- from the borough’s bond attorney. The “Of this 4.3-percent increase, one- The library’s current HVAC sys- 2009 Crown Victoria, a 1998 Chevy Westfield school districts, and the net from Mr. Ludlum for the fine complex was approved in August and third went to raises for our employees,” tem was installed circa 1966 and Blazer and a 1994 EZ Beever Chip- publication, by Penguin Books, of arts department; the Westfield Coa- construction has already begun. he said. “If you are on a fixed income may prove less expensive to re- per. Mr. Turner called the auction a new e-book. lition For The Arts donated $2,225 Mr. Mathieu, the lone vote on the and struggling, if your property value place than to continue repairing. “an opportunity to own a piece of The students came together to for the purchase of an 55-inch LCD council against the complex, responded: is plummeting, we’re giving raises. The borough has hired Strunk- Mountainside,” but also cautioned learn and have a discussion about a television and wall mount and a 25- “Show me in the ordinance.” We’re partying like it’s 1999 here.” Albert Engineering to produce an that anyone interested in bidding book they were both reading. The foot HDMI cable for the Roosevelt The debate was sparked during the Ms. Todisco acknowledged that one- estimate of replacement costs. should make a first-hand inspec- program garnered coverage last Intermediate School art classroom work session when resident Joe third sounded “dramatic,” but noted The investigation will addition- tion of the vehicles before placing a January by The New York Times, and $3,375 for the purchase of 75 Garritano asked what the exact cost that one-third of the borough’s budget ally consider the costs of purchas- bid deposit. which prompted Penguin Books to Wenger music stands for the Fine would be to individual taxpayers. He is for salaries. She said neighboring ing a backup emergency generator Following that announcement, get involved. The purpose of the Arts Departments. questioned the varying figures of $25 towns have higher taxes and have to for the library, to be used during the council voted on a resolution to cultural exchange was to bring to- Board member Ann Cary ques- to $65 per home assessed at $100,000. pay for garbage collection and sewer blackout conditions, such as the refund a $556 bid deposit from a gether students from two different tioned Ms. Dolan on security is- Council President Sara Todisco, who fees separate from their tax bills. borough experienced following previous auction of a 2007 Girardin communities to discuss the John sues. Ms. Dolan said security ef- chairs the council’s finance committee, Garwood is sending out a request for Hurricane Sandy. mini-bus. Grace Quality Used Cars Steinbeck book “Of Mice and Men.” forts, such as door buzzers at all has said that the borough has secured proposals for vendors to bid on a pay- In acknowledgement of extreme of Morrisville, Pa. placed the de- The Westfield students, who are now schools, and talks with the Westfield almost $1 million in grants for the to-use bulk garbage pickup. Mr. overtime hours that borough work- posit in question. freshmen at Westfield High School, Police Department are ongoing. project. She told Mr. Garritano that Nierstedt, who campaigned on the is- ers put in during Sandy’s aftermath, Mr. Turner and Mr. Messler voted are Max Carl, Rebecca Pariente, The board adjourned and went homeowners will see a $25 increase in sue this past fall, said the quotes would the council moved to award all de- “no” on the resolution, although it Maya Jonsson, Greta Bramball, into a budget workshop meeting. their tax bill next year. Because of be on a price per ton basis. While partment of public works staff and still passed on the strength of “yes” Evan Rooney and Owen Murray. In The next Board of Education meet- interest on the bonds to pay for the residents may not have that much bulk police dispatchers an additional day votes from Councilwoman Deanna the e-book, the students discuss ing will be held on Tuesday, Febru- project, the actual cost would be more garbage, the quote should help calcu- of pay or one day of compensatory Andre, Councilman Glenn characters, theme and the idea of ary 19, at 7:30 p.m. at the adminis- like $65 per property owner each year late the cost per household, he said. time, along with a memo of thanks. Mortimer and Councilman Jeffrey the American Dream. It is to be tration building, located at 302 Elm for a total of $975. Mr. Nierstedt, known for his envi- The council also fixed the salary Wass. used by teachers to teach the story. Street. The Athletic Field Complex has been ronmental agenda, also questioned the range for the Office of Emergency The council granted the The e-book is available from Ama- in discussion for more than a decade. It spraying of pesticides to control the Management director at $5,000 to Mountainside Softball Association zon and Itunes. will replace the Little League Park. vegetation in the Garwood Brook on $15,000. a license to construct a shed on Nancy Latimer and Jeanine Reading is good for you! Mayor Quattrocchi told Mr. Garritano Willow Avenue, which flows into the In response to a request from the Field Drive, between Sawmill Road Gottko, the master technology that the issue had been discussed in Cranford River. He also raised the Union County Transportation Ad- and Central Avenue, adjacent to teachers, gave a detailed update of open meetings. issue of the planned purchase of a visory Board (UC-TAB), the coun- Deerfield School’s softball field and the district technology initiative. In other business, the council re- 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe Special Ser- cil resolved to appoint Councilman parking lot. Officials also approved an The two were contracted, for one jected a proposal from the Laws and vice Vehicle (SSV) for the Garwood Robert Messler and Borough Engi- application by the Westfield Area “Y” year, to aid other teachers in using Licenses Committee to waive the $400 Police Department. The pesticides neer Michael Disko, Jr. as the for an on-premise raffle drawing. laptops, iPads and the appropriate fee for property owners seeking a cer- matter was tabled. While the SSV municipality’s representative and Ms. Andre narrated the first read- apps in the teaching process. Both tificate of non-conformity. Some resi- stayed, Mr. Nierstedt encouraged the alternate, respectively. The two will ing of amendments to an ordinance, teachers said they have reached out dents have found themselves vulner- council to look into “greener cars” in serve on the UC-TAB until Decem- which will adjust the fee schedule to other teachers and offered their goleader.com/subscribe able without the paperwork, discover- the future. ber 31, 2013. for membership at the Mountainside ing their properties were never granted “I’m not a big fan of SUVs,” he said. The council also appointed Community Pool. variances when changes were enacted. He also asked the borough to consider Mountainside resident Zenon Michael Jackson of the Police The panel, comprised of Committee creating a Day of Service next year for Moriak to serve as municipal repre- Benevolent Association (PBA) said Union County Freeholders Chairwoman Ann Palmer, Ms. Todisco the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday. sentative on the Union County Air the PBA and the Mountainside chap- Traffic and Noise Advisory Board ter of The Elks will co-host a CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 (UC-ATNAB). The council’s for- fundraiser on Friday, February 8, at services contracts. Full Service Mail- erty Group of Union to transport vot- mal resolution to appoint Mr. 4:30 p.m. The proceeds will benefit ers of Hackensack, which provides ing machines to and from county Vigil For WHS Freshman Moriak noted that noise pollution, a civically active Mountainside resi- mail fulfillment services, is to re- polling places. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 dent who was recently hospitalized ceive a contract of $66,000, with Board of Elections Administrator Mark’s death as a “great loss” to the unusual or cause for concern. with a rare disease. Lebanon, N.J.-based B&B Press to Dennis Kobitz told the freeholders community. The health department has advised In other news, the borough estab- garner $240,000 to print vote-by- Liberty was the only company to “Our children are our most precious those with the flu to: stay home if they SP-F BOE lished a part-time payroll clerk po- mail and provisional ballots for the submit a bid this year to the county’s gifts and we have lost one of them. We are experiencing symptoms; check with CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 sition with an annual salary of June Primary and November General request for quotation (RFQ). Last hold in our hearts those who have been a doctor and follow the physician’s In addition, the boys were lauded $3,000, and hired Catherine Cook Elections. year, a second company was utilized affected by this tragedy as we grieve advice as to medication; wash hands for winning the title nine times in to fill the role. Full Service Mailers’ contract is but did not live up to requirements of this loss together,” Mr. Renwick said. frequently, and do not touch eyes and the past 15 years and for having Denbar Construction, Inc. of down from $80,000 last year, while its contract, including failing to re- The Westfield Board of Health re- mouth, where germs can enter the body. made it to the final level of compe- Kenilworth was selected to under- B&B’s represents an increase of turn all election machines to the Board leased a statement on Friday confirm- Likewise, Westfield health classes tition 13 times. take pothole repairs in $33,000. of Elections warehouse in Scotch ing that Mark’s death was from the flu. have reminded students not to share The varsity boys’ head coach is Mountainside. The company was The county clerk also has put forth Plains by the Friday after the elec- “While a severe case of the flu can be drinks, and to wash hands, eat foods Tom Breznitsky, who has been the only bidder for the job. a resolution for an additional $30,000 tion, thus forcing county workers to life-threatening, please be assured that with Vitamin C and D, stay home if sick coaching the team for the last 38 The council adjourned for an ex- for further miscellaneous election complete the task. The county paid this was an isolated case. The Westfield and to be aware that there are shots for years. Helping him is Assistant Var- ecutive session on matters of litiga- services from county vendors, as well $100,000 last year, split evenly be- Board of Health, in conjunction with the flu provided by the medical com- sity Coach Joe Mortarulo, JV Coach tion. as a resolution for a one-year, $26,383 tween the two companies. the school district’s nursing staff and munity, according to Ms. Korecky. Ken Ellsworth and Freshman Coach contract with Dominion Voting Sys- The board also is expected to vote Superintendent of Schools, is carefully Walgreen’s Pharmacy, at 260 North Paul Kobliska. tems of Denver, Colo., to provide on a resolution tonight in support of monitoring school attendance for any Avenue, East, and the CVS Pharmacy, A separate resolution was read to licensing, maintenance and support Scotch Plains’ ordinance to reduce signs of increased absenteeism due to at 210 South Avenue, West, both said honor player Colin Stripling for be- RVSA for the WinEDS voting system. The the speed limit along portions of the flu. At this time, there is no increase they have the flu vaccine. A spokesman ing named All-American by the Na- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Dominion contract would run from Martine Avenue from 40 to 35 mph in absenteeism that would suggest a for Baron’s Drug Store said the estab- tional Soccer Coaches Association commissioner, suggested that a April 1, 2013 to March 31, 2014. and from 45 to 40, respectively. high flu activity in the schools. Please lishment did not have the vaccine and of America. According to the reso- member or committee from the The Union County Board of Elec- Freeholder Bruce Bergen said he be assured that the schools are taking did not plan to get it. lution, this makes Colin the fourth board should attend the meeting. tions has requested another contract would put forth a resolution sup- appropriate preventative measures such Funeral services for Mark will be All-American player from Scotch Mr. Hak, who was in attendance, with Royal Printing of West New porting President Barack Obama’s as washing surfaces with special soap, tomorrow, Friday, January 25, at noon Plains-Fanwood High School. said he was there only because very York, N.J., for $100,000 for the print- proposals to curb gun violence. He providing hand sanitizers throughout at the Christian Pentecostal Church, The next board of education meet- recent developments in the Passaic ing of voting authority books, poll said his resolution would, among the school facilities, and teaching the 971 Clinton Avenue, Irvington. Visita- ing will be held tonight, Thursday, River case required discussion dur- books and all other printing as needed. other things, call for the reinstate- students to wash their hands frequently, tion will be held from 10:30 a.m. to January 24, at 7:30 p.m. in the ad- ing closed session. The contract represents a $40,000 ment of a federal ban on assault sneeze and cough into a tissue or sleeve, noon. Arrangements are being handled ministration building at Evergreen Mediation in the co-generation case is reduction from last year. The Board weapons, background checks for all and not to share food or drinks.” by the Plinton-Curry Funeral Home, Avenue and Cedar Street in Scotch scheduled for early April, but there is an of Elections also is seeking a one- gun purchases and a 10-round limit Lorre Korecky, spokesperson for the 411 West Broad Street, Westfield. Plains. expectation that it is likely to be postponed. year, $70,000 contract with The Lib- for magazines. Westfield school district, said the ab- Paul J. Peyton assisted in this report. sentee rate in the district has not been

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Page 2 Thursday, January 24, 2013 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Christie Forms Task Force Renna Seeks to Squash On Firearms, School Safety Subpoena by Prosecutor TRENTON – Governor Chris and lawmakers can make similarly COUNTY – The Union County County Prosecutor’s office investiga- Christie last week announced the cre- educated decisions. The worst thing Watchdog Association (“UCWA”) tion into allegations that county em- ation of a New Jersey SAFE Task Force the New Jersey Legislature can do is has filed a motuin to stop a Union ployees took home generators during to be chaired by two former attorneys act without doing our homework and County Prosecutor Office’s subpoena the Hurricane Sandy emergency. general of New Jersey, a Democrat and pretend we have all the answers,” seeking to query UCWA President According to the press release, soon a Republican, with a membership of Sen. Kean said. “All of us, Republi- and blogger Tina Renna concerning after UCWA December 12 report, an individuals with expertise in the fields cans and Democrats, want to ensure her investigative reporting regarding investigator for Union County Pros- of mental health diagnosis and treat- that another Sandy Hook or Aurora county generators improperly being ecutor Theodore Romankow began ment, addiction services and treatment, or Columbine never happens again. used by county employees during contacting Mrs. Renna and on Janu- gun control and law enforcement, and That is why it is imperative that the Hurricane Sandy. ary 4 she was served a subpoena at school safety. actions we take are impactful and The motion, filed by attorney Bruce her home to appear before a Union “Violence in our society has never informed, rather than hastily con- HAPPY 75TH BIRTHDAY…The Mountainside Rescue Squad held its 75th Rosen of McCusker, Anselmi, Rosen County grand jury on January 11 to been solely about firearms, and we ceived in order to grab headlines.” anniversary and annual installation of officers’ dinner at L’Affaire Fine Catering and Carvelli, P.C., Florham Park, “provide testimony regarding the in- would miss an opportunity to better Asm. Speaker Sheila Oliver (D- in Mountainside on January 12. A highlight of the evening was the squad seeks to provide Mrs. Renna the pro- vestigation into the improper use of prevent heinous crimes if we didn’t 34, East Orange) said she was “glad receiving the EMS Excellence Award from the New Jersey First Aid Council tection of the New Jersey county generators.” look at the complete picture,” Gover- to see the governor finally paying given by Council President Howard Meyer. Pictured, from left to right, are: Newspersons’ Shield, N.J.S.A. 2A: “This case is an important state- Steven Susman, Ann Marie Pires, Corinne Moore, Mr. Meyer, Norma Huber, nor Christie said. “If we are truly going attention to this issue after New Jer- Lori Rubino, Eric Pastore, Vickie Schmidt, Kelly Wanca and Chris Sileo. 84A-21, which provides journalists ment that bloggers who are also in- to take an honest and candid assess- sey saw its highest crime rate in- protection against questioning by law vestigative journalists deserve the ment of violence and public safety, we crease since 2008.” “That increase enforcement. identical protection as journalists for have to look more deeply at the under- came amid the loss of 1,426 munici- Lance: House Panel to Exam Nexus The UCWA is a 501(c)3 organiza- traditional media,” Mr. Rosen said. lying causes of many acts of violence. pal police officers, a 6 percent de- tion that monitors Union County “Anyone who has read the “County That means removing the stigma and crease that followed the governor’s Between Mental Health, Gun Violence government and advocates for Watchers” blog understands that al- evaluating issues of mental health, ad- state aid cuts. But we do not need WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. of mass violence and am proud that change to eliminate waste, misman- though it frequently has a point of diction, prevention and treatment ser- more talk. We need action. When it Leonard Lance (R-7th) has an- the Energy and Commerce Commit- agement and corruption. Mrs. Renna view, it has all the attributes of tradi- vices alongside the effectiveness of our comes to mental health services, for nounced that the House Energy and tee recognizes that a review of our is one of several writers of a web tional news media, and is little differ- firearms laws, enforcement mecha- instance, the governor should find a Commerce Committee that he serves mental health policies must be part of blog entitled “County Watchers” ent than op-ed columnists on news nisms, and our school safety measures. way to implement the outpatient in- on will take a lead role in the congres- that response.” featured at pages. As a matter of fact, there is The task force will convene imme- voluntary mental health treatment law sional examination of a range of pro- The Energy and Commerce Com- www.countywatchers.com. County more actual reporting going on in diately and will deliver a report con- I sponsored... The Assembly will soon grams and issues, including mental mittee announced it is expected to Watchers, like the UCWA, is in the this website than in most small news- taining recommendations for the be advancing a wide-ranging and re- health, that have been raised in the hear from some of the nation’s leading business of disseminating news to papers.” Governor within 60 days. sponsible package touching upon gun wake of the Newtown, Conn. mass experts on mental health and illness the general public regarding Union The motion is expected to be con- The membership of the NJ SAFE and ammunition safety, mental health shooting that killed 26 including 20 including those leading research ef- County government and politics, sidered by a state Superior Court Task Force includes: Co-Chairmen, care, school security, gun trafficking first-graders in December. forts in federal agencies as part of the according to a press release published judge in Elizabeth in coming days. former Associate Justice of the New and other concerns.” “I am pleased that the Energy and ongoing national dialogue on violence, on UCWA’s website. In an e-mail to The Westfield Jersey Supreme Court Peter Verniero, Commerce Committee will be taking guns, and mental illness. He said the On December 12, 2012, the County Leader and The Times on January who served in Governor Christine New Restrictions for a leading role in a long-overdue ex- committee “will begin a thorough ex- Watchers blog published a post by 17, Mrs. Renna said she did not Whitman’s Administration as chief amination into the potential nexus amination into the current state of Mrs. Renna headlined “Generatorgate appear on January 11. “The hearing of staff and attorney general, and Handicap Placards between gun violence and mental federal mental health research pro- – An exciting opportunity to shine a is scheduled for 2 p.m. January 25 in John Degnan, who served as attorney TRENTON – Legislation updating illness,” Rep. Lance said. “We must grams and what role mental illness light on our corrupted system of law Judge (Karen) Cassidy’s court,” she general and chief counsel under Gov- state laws to prevent abuse and wrong- craft a comprehensive, bipartisan re- played in the tragedies in Newtown, and order,” the subject was the Union said. ernor Brendon Byrne. ful issuance of disabled parking plac- sponse to these recent senseless acts Aurora, Tucson, and at Virginia Tech.” Other members are: Manuel ards has been signed by Governor Guantez, chief executive officer at Chris Christie. Under the new law, Comptroller Finds Progress Turning Point, Inc., a alcohol and applications by persons with disabili- Muñoz Bill Expands Domestic drug addiction treatment organiza- ties for identification cards and park- tion; James Romer, a mental health ing placards would require a signed Violence Protection to Adopt. Parents In Followup of Turnpike Audit professional who currently services verification by a physician, physicians director at Monmouth Medical Cen- assistant, licensed chiropractor, or TRENTON – Under legislation lence by a person whose parental TRENTON – A state comptroller the process of negotiating new col- ter; Evelyn Sullivan, managing di- nurse practitioner, of the applicant’s sponsored by Assemblywoman rights towards the adopted child have follow-up to its 2010 audit of the lective bargaining agreements in rector at Daytop Village of New Jer- disability. Placards would expire and Nancy Muñoz (R-21, Summit) and been terminated. It would permit a New Jersey Turnpike Authority has which it seeks to eliminate the bo- sey, a substance abuse treatment and require renewal every three years, and approved by the Assembly Judiciary parent of an adopted child to avail found the agency has instituted sig- nuses and payouts for its remaining education program, and Brian the fees to obtain persons with dis- Committee, adoptive parents would himself or herself of the protections nificant cost-saving reforms in reunion employees as well. Turnpike Zychowski, superintendent of North abilities identification cards and park- receive protection as domestic vio- afforded by the “Prevention of Do- sponse to the audit’s recommenda- officials also ended the practice of Brunswick Township Public Schools ing placards would be waived. lence victims if the perpetrator were mestic Violence Act of 1991.” tions. allocating public funds for its em- and former superintendent of Clark Florida, Oregon, Pennsylvania, a person who gave up parental rights Comptroller Matthew Boxer’s ployee relations program. Township Public Schools. Wisconsin, and California exercise to the adopted child. GW Mayor Seeks follow-up report found that Turn- Additionally, in responding to Senate Republican Leader Tom some or all of these “Domestic violence is a devastating Volunteers for Openings pike officials have made changes to the comptroller’s recommendation Kean, Jr. (R-21, Westfield) said he restrictions.“Every time someone social problem that affects all popula- lower the cost of the authority’s to evaluate options for cheaper was “pleased” that Governor Christie who is not disabled inappropriately tions, adopted children included who GARWOOD – At the start of each health insurance coverage, re- health care coverage, the Turn- has chosen a “deliberative, informed obtains or uses a placard, he or she come from all types of backgrounds and year one of the duties that the Garwood formed the authority’s procurement pike Authority implemented approach following the massacre at takes that parking space away from homes, including those where abuse and mayor has is to review the lists of procedures and eliminated waste- changes projected to save $3 mil- Sandy Hook, Conn.” someone truly in need,” said Senator neglect are rampant,” Asw. Muñoz said. committee and board appointees. There ful spending identified in the initial lion to $5 million over a three- “Before we act, we need informa- Diane Allen (R-7, Burlington), one “When people adopt children from such are over 60 positions. Vacancies are OSC audit. In total, Turnpike offi- year period. tion so that New Jersey policymakers of the sponsors of the bill. homes, they run a great risk of being the created for any number of reasons and cials thus far have implemented or “We’re pleased that the Turnpike targets of acts of domestic violence them- without a sufficient number of mem- partially implemented 15 of the Authority has made significant selves from those who relinquished their bers some may cease to operate. audit’s 17 recommendations, the progress in implementing our rec- parental rights. Surprisingly, the law of- “Presently, I am seeking commu- comptroller has found. ommendations,” State Comptroller fers them little protection. nity-oriented volunteers to fill open- In its October 2010 audit, the Matthew Boxer said. “While there is PERSONAL INJURY LAW “This legislation is a necessary ex- ings on the Public Celebrations comptroller’s office identified nu- more work to be done, Turnpike offi- pansion of the ‘Prevention of Domes- Committee and the Recreation merous examples of wasteful spend- cials have made real improvements tic Violence Act of 1991’ as it would Commission,” reports Mayor ing, including unjustified employee to their operations that are leading to AUTO ACCIDENTS extend full protection from acts of Patricia Quattrocchi. “No special bonuses, annual sick leave payouts cost savings and more efficient use of domestic violence to the parents of experience is required just a desire and an employee relations account public toll dollars.” adopted children. For the sake of those to meet your fellow Garwood resi- used to pay unnecessary costs such OSC conducts follow-up reviews For More Than 30 parents who are abused or live under dents and help plan activities for as sponsoring an employee bowling for each of its audits to ensure that its the constant threat of such cowardly the community.” league. recommendations are implemented. violence, I strongly encourage my The borough is also in the process of According to the follow-up report, All OSC reports are available on the Years Jon Bramnick colleagues on both sides of the aisle to creating a Citizens Emergency Re- the Turnpike Authority eliminated office’s website, www.nj.gov/comp- move this measure quickly to law.” sponse Team (CERT) and is seeking those bonuses and sick leave payouts troller. Has Been Representing The bill, A-781, would amend the volunteers to serve in the event a natu- for its management and non-union definition of “victim of domestic vio- ral or man-made crisis situation occurs employees while also modifying lence” in the “Prevention of Domes- in the borough. multiple collective bargaining agree- See it all on the Web! People Involved In tic Violence Act of 1991” to include For more information, contact the ments to eliminate the bonuses and any parent of an adopted child who mayor at (908) 789-0710 or by e- payouts for its toll collectors and toll www.goleader.com Accidents has been subjected to domestic vio- mail at [email protected]. violation officers. 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Senate Panel OKs Bills Peyton's Wall Calendars Honor Former For Low Emission Vehicles Peek at the Week State Legislators From County TRENTON – Senate Democrats 7 percent sales tax, from half of the In Politics COUNTY – Union County Clerk decades.” have announced that two bills that sales tax, making consumers respon- Joanne Rajoppi is offering free 2013 Since 2013 is a gubernatorial and would jumpstart the sale of zero- and sible for only a 3.5 percent tax on By Paul Peyton of The Leader/Times wall calendars that honor former State legislative election year that also will low-emission vehicles in New Jer- these products. Currently, only zero- Houses Passes Sandy Bill; employment average was 8.5 per- Senators and Assembly members have elections for county, municipal sey, reducing the state’s reliance on emission vehicles, such as all-elec- Awaits Senate Action cent and New Jersey’s was 9.1 per- from Union County and includes and school offices, the calendar high- foreign oil and improving the state’s tric cars, are exempt from sales and The House of Representatives last cent, according to a press release important dates of concern to voters lights many important dates relating air quality have been approved by the use taxes in New Jersey. week passed the Hurricane Sandy from Sen. Buono. “The Governor’s and candidates for office in this year’s to voter registration, mail-in ballots, Senate Environment and Energy The bill would also eliminate the sales Disaster Relief Act by a vote of 241- claim that we are doing ‘quite well’ gubernatorial, legislative, county and candidate petition deadlines, primary Committee. tax on equipment to recharge electric 180, with all of New Jersey’s 12 house because we have an unemployment local elections. elections, campaign finance reports, The first bill, S-980, would require vehicles or refuel natural gas vehicles. members voting in favor the legisla- rate of 9.6 percent is simply dis- “Union County – which was part and general election ballot deadlines. that the Department of Transporta- In 2004, the state enacted the Clean tion. graceful.” of Essex County until 1857 – is a To obtain one of the free 2013 Elec- tion (DOT), when financing projects Car Program requiring the state to The bill passed in two votes; the Superintendent, Ex Bd. Pres. Who’s Who of historically signifi- tion Year calendars, visit the Union from the Transportation Trust Fund, adopt the California low emission ve- first $17 billion for transit and relief Must Repay Dist. for Lawsuit cant individuals,” Ms. Rajoppi said. County Clerk’s website at examine and promote the develop- hicle program. The federal Clean Air and the remaining $33 billion for Elizabeth School Superintendent “It is my hope that this 2013 calen- www.ucnj.org/government/county- ment of electric vehicle charging sta- Act allowed for states to comply with long-term projects. Only 49 Republi- Pablo Munoz and former Board of dar, with its vintage photographs of clerk where order forms are available. tions and other sources for supplying either their regulatory emission stan- cans supported the bill with 192 Education President Rafael Fajardo state legislators, honors the men and For general information about elec- electricity to charge electric vehicles dards or to use California’s more strin- Democrats voting in favor. Only one must reimburse the district $63,622 for women who served the people of tions, please contact the County Clerk’s – such as battery switching stations. gent standards. The California pro- Democrat voted against the legisla- a lawsuit filed on their behalf six years Union County so well for the past six Election Office at (908) 527-4996. According to the U.S. Department gram sets average emission standards tion. ago, a state appeals court has ruled, of Energy, as of August 31, 2012, on fleets of cars sold by each car Rep. Mick Mulvaney (R-S.C.), a according to a Star-Ledger report. New Jersey ranks 26th in the nation manufacturer in the state. The provi- member of the House Tea Party Cau- Michael Stein, the lawyer repre- County to Hold Series for Seniors on in the number of both public and sions of the program include a per- cus, sponsored an amendment to the senting Mr. Munoz and Mr. Fajardo, private alternative-fuel pumps in- centage of sales from low- and zero- bill that would have required that disagreed with the decision and is Applying for Assistance Programs stalled, with 48 public electric charg- emission vehicles in the marketplace defense and domestic programs be urging his clients to appeal to the state COUNTY – Union County has Heights Public Library, 290 ing stations and five public com- that will continue to increase yearly. cut $17 billion to pay for the first part Supreme Court, saying his clients announced that, through a series of Plainfield Avenue; on Tuesday, pressed natural gas stations. There are currently 12 states, be- of the aid package. That effort failed should not have to repay the district in informative sessions beginning March 19, from 10 a.m. to noon at The second bill, S-2193, would sides New Jersey and California, by a tally of 258-162. that they had acted on the advice of Thursday, February 21, senior adults the Cranford Community Center, encourage consumers through tax in- which have adopted the California Dems Looking at Codey board attorneys. The board filed a will now be able to obtain help in 220 Walnut Street; and ·Wednesday, centives to buy low-emission ve- Low Emission Vehicle program. To Challenge Christie lawsuit in 2006 claiming unknown applying for a variety of federal, state March 20, from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. hicles. The bill would exempt clean Both S-980 and S-2193 were ap- As Democrats look for a candidate defendants had distributed a pamphlet and local government assistance pro- at the Clark Library, 303 Westfield cars, such as plug-in hybrid and com- proved with votes of 5-0. They now with statewide appeal to challenge Re- that slandered Mr. Fajardo and Mr. grams through their local library or Avenue. pressed and liquefied natural gas ve- head to the Senate Budget and Appro- publican Governor Chris Christie in Munoz, and that another campaign community center. The Union County Division on hicles, which currently are imposed a priations Committee for further review. November, state Senator Dick Codey flier distributed in June that impugned As part of the program, the Union Aging is one of 670 nationwide “area (D-27, Verona), the former senate presi- Mr. Fajardo and the board. County Department of Human Ser- agencies on aging” established under Holt Calls for Action on Assault dent who took over governorship for “The board action was never prop- vices and Division on Aging and the federal Older Americans Act. 14 months following Governor James erly authorized,” the judges ruled, Disability Resource Connection According to the 2010 U.S. Census, Weapons Ban, Magazine Reduction McGreevey’s resignation in 2004, is according to Ledger report. “Munoz (ADRC), will help seniors apply for 12.7 percent of Union County’s being eyed as a possible candidate. and Fajardo received, albeit indirectly, programs including gas and electric 536,499 residents are over age 65. WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Rep. Holt also said Congress must So far Senator Barbara Buono (D- the benefit of district funds to pursue support (LIFE LINE), pharmaceuti- With the exception of Elizabeth and Rush Holt (D-12th) said he is sup- “invest in placing trained school re- 18, Metuchen) is the only Democrat to a suit they would not have otherwise cal assistance (PAAD), and, home Plainfield, 19 of the County’s 21 portive of President Barack Obama’s source officers in every school in have officially filed a candidacy. New- pursued.” energy assistance (HEAP). There municipalities have a population that new executive orders and policy rec- America, and I plan to introduce leg- ark Mayor Cory Booker opted to run State Police Staffer Charged will also be screening for Supple- includes more than 11 percent of ommendations to reduce gun vio- islation in the weeks ahead to help instead focusing on the a possible run With Theft by Deception mental Security Income (SSI) eligi- their population in the “65 and older” lence announced last week. make that possible.” for the U.S. Senate in 2014. Rep. Bill Attorney General Jeffrey Chiesa bility, and information about the age bracket. “For decades, too many in Wash- Rep. Holt’s 12th District includes Pascrell (D-8th) has also decided not to announced that Marcella Friedman, Senior Health Insurance Program For further information, call 1-888- ington have stood inactive as our Fanwood and most of Scoth Plains. run for governor. 49, of Oaklyn, N.J., a State Police (SHIP). 280-8226 or visit www.ucnj.org. schoolchildren and moviegoers and Christie Forgoes Matching Funds communications systems technician Locally, assistance will be avail- worshippers and police officers and FEMA OKs $1.5 Mil. For Primary Election currently out on leave, has been able on ·Tuesday, February 26, from Election Deadlines so many others have been gunned Governor Chris Christie is forgoing charged with third-degree theft by 10 a.m. to noon at the Berkeley COUNTY — Union County Clerk down. This shameful, tragic inac- For Lavallette for Sandy public matching funds for the Repub- deception for posing as an inspector Joanne Rajoppi has published a list tion must end. President Obama has TRENTON – The Christie Ad- lican primary for governor this year. to coerce two men from South Caro- Violence Would Be of upcoming deadlines for 2013 elec- acted quickly and intelligently to ministration has announced that the “In response to Governor Christie’s lina into giving her one of the genera- tions. They are as follows: identify steps that he can take on his Federal Emergency Management decisive leadership and clear record of tors they were selling at a roadside A Crisis Under Bill Monday, April 1: 4 p.m. filing dead- own to reduce gun violence. But he Agency (FEMA) has approved a historic, bipartisan reform, we’ve seen location in Burlington County after TRENTON – A hearing on a bill line for nominating petitions for can- is right to say that real progress will public assistance project for $1.5 an unprecedented level of financial Hurricane Sandy. sponsored by Senator Ray Lesniak didates for the June Primary Election. require Congress to act,” Rep. Holt million (with a $1.1 million FEMA support from donors across all 21 coun- It is alleged that on October 31, (D-20, Elizabeth), which would de- Tuesday, May 14: Last day to regis- said. share) to reimburse the Borough of ties in New Jersey,” said Bill Palatucci, 2012, Ms. Friedman falsely repre- clare violence as a “public health ter to vote in the June Primary Election. He said Congress “must enact a Lavallette for emergency protective a longtime advisor to Gov. Christie. sented that she had authority to regu- crisis,” will be held before the Senate Saturday, June 1: Special opening permanent ban on military-style as- measures performed as a result of Governor Christie raised $2.3 mil- late vendors and shut down those Law and Public Safety Committee from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. of the Union sault weapons,” saying semi-auto- Hurricane Sandy. lion through December and had about without a permit. She allegedly threat- this Monday, January 28. The meeting County Clerk’s Offices in Elizabeth matic weapons and high-capacity Funding will cover emergency $2 million cash on hand, The Wall ened to fine the men and confiscate will begin at 10:30 a.m. and Westfield to apply for Mail-In magazines “have no legitimate use costs incurred by police, public Street Journal reported. Had he ac- their merchandise, but would allow Such a declaration would open up Ballots for the Primary Election. whatsoever outside of police and mili- works employees and electrical con- cepted matching funds, the Governor them to continue selling generators if the possibility of using funds from Tuesday, June 4; Primary Election, tary forces.” tractors to protect and evacuate would have been limited to spending they gave her a generator for free. the CDC to mitigate the crisis. The 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.; 4 p.m. petition filing “These military-style assault members of the public. These ac- $5 million, but he can choose to ac- Mr. Chiesa said the men gave Ms. bill would recommend expansion of deadline for independent and school weapons are useful only to crimi- tions included erecting and man- cept matching funds in the General Friedman an 8,500-watt generator, involuntary out-treatment commit- board candidates for the General Elec- nals who wish to commit mass mur- ning barricades, clearing and re- Election in November. which she alledgedly gave to a rela- ments and mental health courts to tion. der, and they should be banned once connecting downed power lines, Buono Rips Christie Over tive, who then sold it to an unknow- treat mental health issues before they Friday, August 16: Last day for and for all,” the Congressman said. removing debris, and maintaining Unemployment Numbers ing third party. She faces three to five erupt into violence and divert men- municipal and county governing bod- “We must also make sensible invest- and repairing water, sewer lines and New Jersey Democratic guberna- years in state prison and a fine of up tally ill offenders to court-mandated ies to approve non-binding questions ments in strengthening mental health electrical lines. torial candidate, Senator Barbara to $15,000 if convicted. treatment. for the November General Ballot. care. To be clear, the NRA (National Public Assistance is a cost-share Buono (D-18, Metuchen) has ham- Rifle Association) lobbyists who program that reimburses local and mered Governor Chris Christie for claim that this step alone is suffi- county governments and certain non- his claims that New Jersey is “doing cient to rein in gun violence are self- profit organizations for eligible di- quite well” because the state unem- serving and wrong-headed.” He said saster-related costs including emer- ployment rate is 9.6 percent. THE GREAT $6,000,000 better access to mental health care gency protective measures, debris “In December of last year, the “will likely play only a modest role removal and public infrastructure re- national unemployment average in preventing gun murders, but could pair or replacement costs. The pro- was 7.8 percent while New Jersey’s play a critical role in preventing gun gram is administered by the State of average was 9.6 percent. 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To Address Gun Violence Members of: Below are four arcane words, each New Jersey Press Association • National Newspaper Association • Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce On December 15, 2012, a group of universal background checks and with four definitions – only one is cor- Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association • Fanwood Business & Professional Association people from Westfield and surround- more stringent punishment of viola- rect. The others are made up. Are you Periodicals – Postage Paid at Rahway, New Jersey Periodicals – Postage Paid at Rahway, New Jersey ing communities gathered in tors of gun laws. sharp enough to discern this deception of Mindowaskin Park at a candlelight We will be having an important diction? P.O. Box 250 • 251 North Avenue, West P. O. Box 368 If you can guess one correctly – good Westfield, N.J. 07091 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 vigil in memory of the victims of the town hall meeting with Rep. Leonard Newtown, Conn. massacre. Another Lance in the near future, where con- guess. If you get two – well-read indi- Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 vidual. If you get three – word expert. If group, slightly larger in scope, met a stituents will have the opportunity to you get all four – You must have a lot of POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at week later to commemorate the one- hear Rep. Lance’s position on the free time! P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 week anniversary of this horrific issue and share with him the conster- All words and correct definitions Published every Thursday by Watchung Communications, Inc. event. From these two small gather- nation we all feel on the continuing come from the board game Diction ings, a determined, non-partisan, onslaught of gun-related violence. Deception. Paul Peyton Horace R. Corbin Jeff Gruman statewide grassroots movement has Please go to our website, Answers to last week’s arcane words. ASSIGNMENT EDITOR PUBLISHER SALES MANAGER sprung up – New Jersey Residents njresidentsforaction.com, to sign our 1. Scree – A pebble; a stone Suzette F. Stalker David B. Corbin Michael L. Bartiromo for Action. online petition to New Jersey’s Con- 2. Walm – To bubble or boil COMMUNITY ASSISTANT PUBLISHER & SPORTS MARKETING PRODUCTION On Thursday night, January 17, an gressional members. Doing so will 3. Seck – Barren; unprofitable Betsey Burgdorf Ben Corbin Robert P. Connelly overflow crowd gathered at the home enable you to express your outrage to 4. Whelk – A pimple EDUCATION & ARTS SERVICES BUSINESS OPERATIONS of the group’s president, Karen Egert our representatives, and please make TOISON of Westfield. The organization’s mis- sure to attend the town hall meeting 1. An enzyme that assists a bee in SUBSCRIPTION PRICE www.goleader.com/subscribe sion is to achieve meaningful legisla- we hope to schedule in the very near making honey One-year – $33 • Two-year – $62 • Three-year – $90 tion on gun safety, including a fed- future. 2. The treasurer of a monastery eral ban on the sale of assault weap- 3. The fleece of sheep Bill Gottdenker 4. Alcohol poisoning ons and high capacity magazines, Mountainside ICONOCLASM 1. The act of breaking or destroying Rep. Rush Holt, Welcome to Fanwood Tiny Tim Fund Thanks images 2. An illustration for a book 3. An intestinal infestation causing Carol Night Participants severe cramping and associated spasms Scotch Plains and Fanwood The members of the Scotch Plains- trons. 4. Humiliation; shame; falling from grace With the swearing in of the 113th Congress, resi- deficit to health care to gun control. We ask Rep. Fanwood Tiny Tim Fund want to The Tiny Tim Fund is a non-profit thank all those who participated in organization for children in Fanwood CATALLACTICS dents of Scotch Plains and Fanwood have a Holt and Rep. Leonard Lance (R-7th), whose 1. In anatomy, the study of involuntary the annual Carol Night fundraising and Scotch Plains who are in need of muscle contractions new Congressman in Rep. Rush Holt (D), 7th district includes Clark, Cranford, event on December 6, 2012. Thanks financial assistance for medical care. 2. In political economy, the science of who represents New Jersey’s 12th Con- Mountainside and Westfield, to submit col- to the involvement of many parents The organization was established in commercial exchanges gressional District. We welcome Rep. Holt umns with their views. We extend an offer to and children from our community, 1983 and is run by a volunteer Board 3. The study of the mammary gland to Union County and look forward to hear- Congressman Holt to come to our offices to this was a particularly successful of Trustees comprised of residents and its milk-producing secretions fundraising event. Special thanks are from Fanwood and Scotch Plains with 4. Belief in a singular divinity or cre- ing from him and his staff on the important discuss his initiatives as Rep. Lance and extended to Tom Britt, proprietor of diverse backgrounds in fields such as ator work before Congress. former Reps. Michael Ferguson and Bob the Stage House Inn and Tavern on education, medicine, religion, social ACROTISM Park Avenue, in Scotch Plains, who work and business. Requests for as- 1. Having little to no sense of smell Following redistricting, New Jersey lost Franks have done over the years. We believe 2. Absence or imperceptability of the one of its 13 seats in the House of Represen- this is an important dialogue for our readers. graciously invited us to use the res- sistance may be made by writing to: pulse beat tatives. With the exception of a small sec- Rep. Rush Holt Past interviews are in the video library at taurant to greet returning carolers. The Tiny Tim Fund, Inc. P.O. Box 3. An abnormal fear of falling He and his staff provided delicious 181, Fanwood, N.J. 07076. tion of Scotch Plains of about 1,000 resi- www.goleader.com. 4. Widespread epidemic of catastrophic refreshments and arranged for the Barbara Anilo, President proportions dents, constituents in these two towns moved from We encourage residents to write to their represen- children to sing throughout the res- Fanwood the 7th to the 12th District. tatives in Washington, D.C. and Trenton and to copy taurant to the delight of many pa- Letters to For this newspaper, covering two congressional this newspaper so that our readers will be better districts represented by Congressmen of both politi- informed. Applicant Follows Up On Cranford the Editor cal parties provides the opportunity to present differ- The addresses of your elected officials are pub- Board of Adj. Report In Leader ing views on the issues of the day from the national lished on this page. Children Reminded All In the January 17, 2013 edition of much time was spent during the meeting addressing the look and character Dreams Are Possible The Westfield Leader, there were four Today (Monday) is a day for all errors made in the article, “Cranford of the neighborhood. Government... Like Fire, It Is a Board OKs Rebuilding of Fire Rav- The Cranford Board of Adjustment Americans to come together and cel- takes great pains to rule on the appro- ebrate the lasting memory of a leader aged Home.” who preached equality and peace. 1) The new home will be 37’-6 1/ priate use of the property and to en- Dangerous Servant, Fearful Master 2'’ high. sure that when a variance is pro- Any child who watched the posed, the character of the neighbor- President’s Inauguration was re- 2) Ms. Lazar pointed out how im- minded that in our great nation, all What we call the Presidents’ Day holiday is really hardly won an election. Considered one of the portant this space was due to the hood is maintained and the effect on not that. It’s actually the holiday celebrating George greatest, he was the 16th President of the United small footprint of the home, not be- the surrounding properties is mini- dreams are possible. That is the essence of Dr. King’s hope. Washington’s birth in 1732, according to the United States and was assassinated in office at the start of cause of the lot size. (The lot is actu- mized. I greatly appreciate these cor- States Office of Personnel Man- his second term in 1865. ally over sized). rections being mentioned, especially Jon Bramnick agement. Granted too, there’s some Which of the two above said 3) The first-story rear addition will since this was a meeting of public Assembly Republican Leader argument about what calendar was “Associate yourself with men of have a laundry room, not a bathroom. record. Westfield in use during that time. Although good quality if you esteem your But most importantly, 4) There was Hildie Lazar it’s popularly thought that Presi- own reputation; for ’tis better to be very much thought given to the look Westfield We Must Recommit To dents’ Day is the combination of alone than in bad company?” or of the exterior of this house and very King’s Principles Washington’s and Lincoln’s birth- “Government is not reason. Gov- Today (Monday), As we celebrate day, Lincoln’s birthday on Febru- ernment is not eloquence. It is 40th Anniversary of Roe v. Wade the second inauguration of President ary 12, 1809 never became a fed- force. And, like fire, it is a danger- Barack Obama, we also reflect on the eral holiday; but it did become a ous servant and a fearful master?” Is Time of Alarm for Feminist life of Martin Luther King, Jr. It was legal holiday in several states, such These are quotes of George To lifelong feminists like myself, the Virginia, a law was enacted that re- King’s dream and his life’s work that as New Jersey. Washington. 40th anniversary of Roe v. Wade should quires abortion clinics to meet the same made the elections of 2008 and 2012 In 1968, legislation moved sev- And then you would know that be a time of celebration, but instead it is building, parking and record-keeping possible. We recognize that electing a time of alarm. The answer to the requirements as hospitals. Tactics such and re-electing our nation’s first Af- eral federal holidays. Washington’s Abraham Lincoln said at abortion question may be different for as these, which strive to shutdown abor- rican-American president is not the Birthday holiday of February 22 Gettysburg: “that we here highly each woman, but each woman should tion clinics by piling on regulations and fulfillment King’s dream, but is an- was moved to the third Monday in resolve that these dead shall not make that decision for herself. The Su- making staff jump through hoops, are other step in our long march toward February each year. Since taking have died in vain — that this na- preme Court issued its opinion in 1973 limiting women’s constitutional rights. equality for all. effect in 1971, it was intended to tion, under God, shall have a new that a right to privacy under the due Here, in New Jersey, in 2010, Gover- process clause of the 14th Amendment nor Christie cut $7.5 million from the On this day, we all must recommit simplify the calendar and give gov- birth of freedom — and that gov- extended to a woman’s decision to have state’s budget for 58 family-planning ourselves to embodying the principles ernment workers three-day week- ernment of the people, by the an abortion. This should have brought centers in New Jersey. This was an King held so dear. The best way to ends. people, for the people, shall not the debate to an end. The highest court ideological decision not a funding deci- honor King’s memory isn’t through The fact that there are three-day perish from the earth.” in the land had decided that a woman sion. But, by cutting funding for family word, but through deed. We must weekends now seems the impor- His quote inscribed on one wall has the right to plan her family on her planning, including birth control, the continue to work to ensure that every own terms and in her own time and it is Governor probably raised the number person - black or white, woman or tant feature of most holidays today of the Lincoln Memorial in Wash- solely her business. of unintended pregnancies and, hence, man, gay or straight - is treated with — such as Presidents’ Day, Me- ington, D.C. is, “With malice to- According to a 2012 Gallup poll, 77 abortions. Surely, not what the Gover- respect and dignity throughout our morial Day and Labor Day. Could ward none; with charity for all; percent of Americans think abortion nor intended. As we begin a new budget United States. should be legal in some or all circum- cycle this spring the Governor and Leg- it be that because we forgot the real with firmness in the right, as God Asm. John Wisniewski reasons for the holidays that we are gives us to see the right, let us stances. Yet, a radicalized House of islature must restore this funding. Chair, NJ Democratic State Comm. in the mess that we are today? strive on to finish the work we are Representatives, spurred on by the reli- The good news is that President gious right, is working to curtail repro- Obama was re-elected and that the land- One could question the signifi- in; to bind up the nation’s ductive rights and state governments mark Roe decision will probably be JERSEY’S CHRISTIE cance of a general who hardly won wounds....” are aggressively dismantling family safe for the next four years and funding AND FLACCO ARE a battle, except for his last one – or We think it is important for our planning programs on which millions for organizations such as Planned Par- FIGHTING BLUE HENS a statesman who hardly won an children to know of these great of women depend. Republicans are nib- enthood, which Mitt Romney singled election, except for his last one. men of perilous times, of their bling at the edges of the life preserver out for defunding, will be there for that Roe created and soon women will women, men and teens who need their George Washington was the great character and sacrifice, of their fall through the hole in the middle. services. In addition, voters heard the general with few victories. He’s contribution to country and man- Many states are passing laws to cir- disturbing comments by candidates such called the “Father of Our Country” kind. cumvent Roe. In 2011, state legisla- as Todd Akin and Richard Mourdock and most of us know that he was the first President Also, it’s way past time for all countrymen, adults, tures enacted 92 provisions restricting and went to the polls to make sure that of the United States. elected officials – you and I – to live by our deeds access to abortion services and this these conservative extremists were not Abraham Lincoln was the great statesman that with the honor and character of these great men. trend continued throughout 2012. For put in positions of power. example, in Texas, the state from which For now, the wisdom of Roe prevails. the Roe case originated, the law now A just and free society gives women the requires women to submit to an ultra- tools they need to plan how many chil- sound 24 hours before the procedure. dren they have and when they have Therefore, the woman must make two them. Legislatures and Governors trips to the clinic and must listen to the should be spending their time helping doctor verbally describe the fetus. Be- women with the children they have sides the obvious psychological cru- instead of insisting they give birth to elty, this creates practical problems for unwanted children that they cannot sup- women. If they are working, they have port emotionally or financially or both. to take time off twice. If they are caring Only the woman knows her private cir- for children they already have, this may cumstances. To quote Dr. Jocelyn El- require the expense of a babysitter twice. ders, former U.S. Surgeon General, “We Other egregious examples include in really need to get over this love affair Union County Freeholders Mississippi where there is only one with the fetus and start worrying about Elizabeth, New Jersey clinic left in the entire state that per- children.” (908) 527-4200 forms abortions and under a new law Al Faella, Mgr. [email protected] Ann Ormsby-Cary Linda Carter, chair doctors who work at the clinic must Westfield have admitting privileges at a local hos- [email protected] pital. No hospital in Jackson, where the Editor’s Note: Ms. Cary is to debut Sebastian D’Elia, Public Info. clinic is located, is willing to grant the her novel, “The Recovery Room” in (908) 527-4419 doctors these privileges. Last year in July. [email protected]

State LD-21 State LD-22 7th Congressional District Sen. Thomas Kean, Jr. (R) Sen. Nicholas Scutari (D) Representative Leonard Lance (R) 425 North Ave. E. 1514 E. Saint Georges Ave. 425 North Avenue E., Westfield, NJ 07090 Westfield, N.J. 07090 Linden, N.J. 07036 (908) 518-7733 (908) 232-3673 (908) 587-0404 [Westfield, Mountainside, Garwood, Summit and Cranford Asm. Jon Bramnick (R) Asw. Linda Stender (D) are in the 7th Congressional District] 251 North Ave. West 1801 East Second St. Westfield, N.J. 07090 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 12th Congressional District (908) 232-2073 (908) 668-1900 Rep. Rush Holt (D) Asm. Nancy Munoz (R) Asm. Jerry Green (D) 50 Washington Rd., West Windsor, N.J. 08550 57 Union Place, Suite 310 17 Watchung Ave. (609) 750-9365 Summit, N.J. 07901 Plainfield, N.J. 07060 [Fanwood, Plainfield and most of Scotch Plains (908) 918-0414 (908) 561-5757 are in the 12th Congressional District] LD-21 includes Westfield, LD-22 includes Scotch Plains, [email protected], [email protected] Mountainside, Garwood, Fanwood, Plainfield, Clark and [email protected], [email protected] Summit and Cranford. Linden. [email protected], [email protected] A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, January 24, 2013 Page 5 NJ Leg. Shouldn’t Act Deadline Is Jan. 30 For SBA Community Invited to Meet Without Doing Homework Disaster Loan Applications New JCC Executive Director In the wake of the Newtown, Conn. The worst thing the New Jersey TRENTON – Individuals, busi- ter with FEMA and that businesses SCOTCH PLAINS – The Jewish Columbia University and a dual Bach- tragedy, that state’s legislature formed Legislature can do is act without do- nesses and eligible private non-prof- and individuals complete the SBA Community Center (JCC) of Central elor of Arts degree from Bucknell a bipartisan task force to study the ing our homework and pretend we its that were impacted by Superstorm loan application so state officials can New Jersey has announced the ap- University. She has experience as a issue of gun violence, and how to end have all the answers. All of us, Re- Sandy have until Wednesday, Janu- compile accurate and comprehensive pointment of its new executive direc- professional fundraiser and also has it, before there was a rush to pass publicans and Democrats, want to ary 30, to complete Small Business data on the damages from Sandy for tor, Jennifer Mamlet. a background in education and camp- legislation. ensure that another Sandy Hook or Association (SBA) Disaster Loan any additional disaster recovery as- Ms. Mamlet comes to the JCC from ing. I am pleased that the Governor has Aurora or Columbine never happens applications. Individuals who have sistance that may be needed. Pro- the Advertising Council, where she “Jennifer is a great fit for our JCC,” also chosen the deliberative, informed again. That is why it is imperative delayed in registering with FEMA grams that may be available in the served as the senior vice-president of echoed Robin Brous, assistant ex- approach being used by the state leg- that the actions we take are impactful may not be receiving the federal di- future will most likely be tied to the development. Prior to that, she was ecutive director and Early Childhood islators most directly affected by the and informed, rather than hastily con- saster assistance they need or are SBA loan application, making it cru- director of S.C.O.P.E. (Summer Camp director. “As an integral part of our massacre at Sandy Hook. Before we ceived in order to grab headlines. eligible for. While nearly 130,000 cial for homeowners, renters and busi- Opportunities Promote Education), community, our JCC must always act, we need information so that New Tom Kean, Jr. individuals have registered with nesses to take advantage of the SBA where she oversaw fund-raising for provide excellent, relevant program- Jersey policymakers and lawmakers Senate Republican Leader FEMA and have received 584 disas- disaster loan program. summer camps for underprivileged ming and services.” can make similarly educated deci- Westfield ter loan applications, only 15,300 January 30 is the deadline for indi- children. She started her career as a Ms. Mamlet, who lives in Westfield sions. applications have been returned so viduals, small businesses and private social worker. with her husband and two children, far. non-profit organizations in Atlantic, The community is invited to meet has been a member of the JCC since Likewise, 36,700 businesses have Bergen, Burlington, Camden, Cape Ms. Mamlet on Tuesday, February 5, moving to the area and said she is Rep. Holt’s Statement on registered with FEMA, and fewer May, Cumberland, Essex, Gloucester, from 6 to 7 p.m. or on Thursday, looking forward to this next phase of than 2,500 applications have been Hudson, Mercer, Middlesex, February 7, from 9 to 10 a.m., both at her career. returned so far. Individuals and busi- Monmouth, Morris, Ocean, Passaic, the JCC, located at 1391 Martine “I am thrilled to join the JCC of 40th Anniv. of Roe v. Wade nesses that have declined to submit Somerset and Union Counties to ap- Avenue in Scotch Plains. Central New Jersey as the executive WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. about a woman’s own body should these applications may limit their ply for physical property damage Suzanne Tucker, president of the director,” she stated. “Harnessing Rush Holt (D-12) on Tuesday deliv- be left up to that woman, in con- ability to obtain grants and other as- loans from the U.S. Small Business JCC’s board of directors, stated, “We and guiding the passion of this truly ered the following statement on the sultation with her doctor, her fam- sistance that may become available. Administration (SBA). To apply, ac- are so excited that Jennifer has joined dedicated group of staff and volun- floor of the U.S. House of Representa- ily, and her religion – not the fed- It is crucial for individuals to regis- cess https://disasterloan.sba.gov/ela; us as executive director. She was the teers is very exciting, as they are tives in recognition of the 40th anni- eral government. visit a disaster recovery center, a list unanimous choice of the selection truly what make the JCC an excep- versary of the Supreme Court’s deci- “There is now a generation of Church Announces of which can be found at fema.gov/ committee and the board of direc- tional place.” sion in Roe v. Wade: women who do not remember the disaster-recovery-centers; have one tors, and for good reason. We are The JCC of Central New Jersey is “Mr. Speaker, 40 years ago to- time before Roe v. Wade, a time ‘New Beginnings’ mailed via e-mail by contacting confident that her intelligence, pas- a constituent agency of the Jewish day, the Supreme Court affirmed when men assumed they could say SUMMIT – The Central Presbyte- [email protected] sion, skills and commitment to the Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ, the dignity and independence of what women could and could not rian Church, located at 70 Maple or call 1-(800) 659-2955. JCC’s mission make her absolutely United Way of Greater Union County each American woman. “The re- do about their personal, private Street in Summit, will present New the best person for the position.” and the Westfield United Fund. Fi- sult of the decision [in Roe v. Wade] health care and reproduction. Beginnings, a Celebration of Life Reading is good for you! Ms. Mamlet earned her Master of nancial assistance is available for was an understanding that our Con- “We still have a lot of work to Contemporary Worship Service, on www.goleader.com Science in Social Work degree from membership and various programs. stitution guaranteed decisions do. Unfortunately, over the past 40 Sundays, January 27, February 24 years, there have been numerous and March 24. Oroho: N.J. Sees legislative attempts to deny this Led by Pastor Cynthia Betz- right to women and treat women Bogoly, the new worship service will Significant Job Gains who exercise control over their own feature Adam Gilbert, Alternative TRENTON – New Jersey’s bodies as criminals. We have to Worship music leader, and the economy is going in the right direc- make sure that we defend also Title church’s newly formed praise band. tion under Governor Chris Christie’s X, maternal and child health care Attendees will have an opportu- Jobs 4 Jersey and business develop- programs, public access to repro- nity to celebrate Communion and ment initiatives are rewarding resi- ductive health care, and that we share in a fellowship dinner. The re- dents, said State Senator Steve Oroho reauthorize the Violence Against quested dinner donation is $5 per (R-24, Franklin Borough). Women Act. person, $20 per family (dinner op- “Gov. Christie’s leadership and our “But we must remember the time tional). Interested persons are invited bipartisan reforms have held taxes in before Roe v. Wade and what is at to join the gathering at 5:30 p.m. in check and disposed of government stake.” the auditorium. waste. Our Red Tape Review Commis- sion has fostered job growth by facili- tating business creation, streamlining The Family Law Department of local bidding requirements and allow- ing companies to instantly resume Dughi, Hewit & Domalewski, P.C. Presents projects stalled due to the great reces- sion. Several tax policy reforms are on tap and others are being phased in. “This Legislature must continue tackling the fundamental issues that have made our state less competitive under past administrations. There is more we must do to create jobs…We don’t need political gimmicks, such as uncontrollable, unpredictable minimum-wage hikes or 20-bill ‘jobs packages,’ to put New Jersey families back to work.” Senator Oroho is a member of the Red Tape Review Commission, as well as the Senate’s Economic Growth Committee and Budget and Appro- priations Committee. Mountainside PTA Sets

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Single Size: 10 Weeks $275 • Double Size: 10 Weeks $425 • email PDF Ad to [email protected] Page 6 Thursday, January 24, 2013 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Helen Livesey, Decorated WW II Nurse; Active In Church, Scouts, Local Groups – Obituaries – POLICE BLOTTER Helen Murphy Livesey of Westfield children, Jane Livesey O’Hara of Gladys Elsie Bornmann, 96, Educator; passed away peacefully in the com- Westfield, Rose Livesey Colford Westfield a stove, a range hood and a bathroom pany of her loving children on Satur- (John) of Greenwich, Conn., Patricia Was Active at FUMC, Enjoyed Travel Monday, January 14, a resident of sink with brass faucets were removed. day, January 19, 2013, at the JFK Livesey Proudfoot (Philip) of Andover, the 100 block of Windsor Avenue The approximate total value of the Medical Center in Edison, N.J. N.J., John Richard Livesey (Theresa) Gladys Elsie Bornmann, 96, University of New York. mother of Barbara and William, Mrs. Bornmann was very active at reported the theft of a watch, valued theft is $35,000. Born and raised in Gary, Ind., she of Rochelle Park, N.J., Eileen Livesey at approximately $1,000. Saturday, January 19, a black-and- was a daughter of the late Rose Heslin Biskup (Richard) of Mountainside, mother-in-law of Julia, grandmother the First United Methodist Church, of Amelia and William, where she served in Tuesday, January 15, Justin silver-colored iPhone was turned in Murphy and Samuel J. N.J., Jerry Livesey Bellotti, 29, of Westfield was arrested to police headquarters after it was Murphy. (Anita) of Westfield and died peacefully on Tues- leadership positions day, January 15. She pre- and on many commit- on an outstanding Paterson warrant located in the rear yard of a residence Mrs. Livesey gradu- Joan Livesey Penczak for $1,000 following an investigation on the 100 block of East Grove Street. ated from Mercy Hospi- (Joseph) of Westfield. deceased her husband of tees. She was a mem- 50 years, William; her sis- ber of the Wesley Sing- on Windsor Avenue. He was released Sunday, January 20, Hector tal School of Nursing Her sister, Joan Murphy per the Paterson Police Department Saldana-Paez, 25, of Westfield was and enlisted in the United Brier of Lee’s Summit, ter, Olive Robinson, and ers and traveled behind her parents, Elsie and the Iron Curtain in with a court date to be set. arrested and charged with DWI pur- States Army following Mo., and daughter-in- Tuesday, January 15, an attempted suant to a motor vehicle stop on the the attack on Pearl Har- law, Barbara O’Keefe Clarence Crenning. 1982 on a tour of East Born in Milltown, she Germany. In addition, burglary was reported at a residence 100 block of East Broad Street. He bor. She was attached to Livesey of Milton, on the 600 block of Embree Crescent was transported to police headquar- the 199th General Hos- Mass., also survive her, was a longtime Westfield Gladys and Bill trav- and Seaside Park resident. eled extensively between the hours of 10 a.m. and ters, processed and released to a re- pital, where as a first lieu- along with 11 grandchil- 7:45 p.m. Someone unknown at- sponsible adult. tenant she was stationed dren, six great-grand- Gladys entered around the world. Douglass College at the Gladys dedicated her tempted to gain entry by prying open Scotch Plains in England and in children and many a crank-style casement window in Monday, January 14, the owner of Rennes, France during nieces and nephews. age of 16 and received her life to her family, who bachelor’s degree in 1936. Gladys E. Bornmann loved her dearly. the kitchen and removing a screen; a Route 22 store reported that some- World War II. In the nurs- Helen Murphy Livesey She was predeceased however, there was no evidence of time overnight someone threw paint ing care of our soldiers, in 2000 by her husband She received her master’s Arrangements are by degree in general science at Rutgers in the Gray Funeral Directors, Westfield. physical entry and no items were on his building, causing damage. she also was charged to care for sick of 53 years, James F. Livesey, and in removed or missing. Monday, January 14, the manager and injured prisoners of war, many of 2011 by her eldest son, James F. 1949. In Milltown, Gladys taught Burial was private. A Service of Re- fourth grade and then seventh and membrance will be held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, January 15, a burglary of a Route 22 gas station reported whom were young teenagers; this ex- Livesey, Jr. In addition, she was pre- was reported at a residence on the that a customer received approxi- perience affected her profoundly. She deceased by her brother, Robert J. eighth grade math. She also was an Sunday, February 3, 2013, at the First instructor of Related Science at United Methodist Church, 1 East 100 block of Eaglecroft Road. Entry mately $20 worth of gas and then left was awarded the European-African- Murphy; her sisters, Margaret was gained through a kitchen win- without paying. Middle Eastern Theatre Campaign Murphy and Rosemary Murphy Middlesex County Vocational School Broad Street, Westfield, N.J. 07090, in Woodbridge. where memorial contributions may dow, which appeared undamaged but Monday, January 14, a resident of Medal and the American Theatre Saxton, and her Livesey sisters- and open. Two bracelets, valued at ap- Indian Run Lane reported that some- Medal for service in the Army Nurse brothers-in-law. Gladys wrote a book entitled “Bac- be made in Gladys’ memory. teriology For Nurses” for the State January 24, 2013 proximately $20,600, were removed one made approximately $300 in Corps. A Mass of Christian Burial will be from the master bedroom. purchases on her credit card without Following the war, she and her hus- celebrated at 11 a.m. tomorrow, Fri- Wednesday, January 16, Brittany her authorization. band, James F. Livesey, settled in day, January 25, at the Holy Trinity Gotfred Johansen, Jr., 95, Executive; G. Deocampo, 19, of Linden was Tuesday, January 15, James Ashe, Westfield, where they lived for more Roman Catholic Church in Westfield. arrested on an outstanding Roselle 45, of Montclair was arrested after a than 60 years and raised their eight Friends may visit today, Thursday, Was Family Man and Army Veteran warrant following a motor vehicle motor vehicle stop on Park Avenue children. Mrs. Livesey participated in January 24, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Gotfred Johansen, Jr., 95, of Scotch son, Gotfred Johansen, III; daughters, stop at the North Avenue and East on an outstanding $750 warrant is- the Holy Trinity Grammar School at Dooley Colonial Funeral Home, Broad Street Plaza. She was released sued by the Scotch Plains Court. He Mother’s Guild and was a member of 556 Westfield Avenue, Westfield. Plains, affectionately known as Irene Grisewood and her husband, “Dixie” to those closest to him, passed Jeffery, and Wendy Johansen and her after posting $200 bail. was transported to police headquar- the Altar and Rosary Societies and the Our beloved Murphy will be re- Wednesday, January 16, a burglary ters, processed and released. Catholic Daughters of America. She membered for her resilient optimism, away on Sunday, Janu- husband, Ricky Liss, as ary 20, 2013, surrounded well as his grandchildren, was reported at a residence on the Tuesday, January 15, Jhoan was a Girl Scout leader, a member of gentle kindness to all, great faith and 600 block of West Broad Street that Delima, 25, of Elizabeth was arrested the Columbiettes, an auxiliary of the deep love of her family. by his loving family at Alexandra Garrity and her Overlook Medical Cen- husband, Mason, Kaitlin occurred between 8:30 a.m. and 6:22 after a motor vehicle stop on East Knights of Columbus; the American In lieu of flowers, the family has p.m. Someone forcibly entered Second Street on an outstanding Legion and the Chansonettes singing suggested a donation to the Westfield ter in Summit. Kunsman and Kirstin Mr. Johansen proudly Kunsman. through the front door and, once in- $1,350 warrant issued by the Scotch group. For 18 years, she was em- Veterans Fund, 405 Elm Street, side, removed an Apple iPad, valued Plains Court. He was transported to ployed as an R.N. at Overlook Hospi- Westfield, N.J. 07090 or to the Massa- served as a lieutenant in Visitation will be today, the United States Army Thursday, January 24, at $400, before fleeing the scene. police headquarters, processed re- tal in Summit, N.J. “Murphy” was the chusetts General Hospital Cancer Cen- Thursday, January 17, Blaine leased. matriarch of a large and loving family, ter for Melanoma Clinical Research, during World War II. from 10 a.m. to noon at Upon his return he joined the Memorial Funeral Comeione, 22, of Westfield was ar- Wednesday, January 16, Mandel all of who will miss her dearly. 55 Fruit Street, Boston, Mass. 02114. rested and charged with driving while Sly, 24, of Scotch Plains was arrested She is survived by seven of her January 24, 2013 the family business, The Home, 155 South Avenue, Johansen Company, an Fanwood. A service will intoxicated (DWI) following a motor after a motor vehicle stop on Route industrial construction begin at noon. Interment vehicle stop at Sycamore Street and 22 on an outstanding $2,500 warrant company, retiring as will follow at Hillside Irving Avenue. Comeione was re- issued by the Scotch Plains Court. He president of the company Gotfred Johansen, Jr. Cemetery in Scotch leased to a sober adult. was transported to police headquar- Miller-Cory to Celebrate after more than 45 years. Plains. Thursday, January 17, Justin ters, processed and released. He was a member of the United Asso- In lieu of flowers, donations may Martinez, 22, of Elizabeth was ar- Wednesday, January 16, a resident Groundhog Day Sunday ciation of Journeymen and Appren- be made to the A.S.P.C.A., 424 East rested at police headquarters on two of Willow Avenue reported that she tices of the Plumbing and Pipe Fitting 92nd Street, New York, N.Y. 10128. outstanding warrants, one from had received a letter from a collec- WESTFIELD – “Wake Up Mr. crafts. A light refreshment will be Industry of the United States and For additional information or to ex- Westfield and one from Roselle, each tion agency stating that she owed Groundhog – Do All Animals Hi- served. Admission will be $3 for Canada, as well as a Sponsor of the press condolences, please visit in the amount of $500, after having $1,600 for purchases she never made. bernate?” will be presented this adults and children ages 13 and United States Equestrian Team. www.fanwoodmemorial.com. been turned over to Westfield au- Friday, January 18, a resident of Sunday, January 27, from 2 to 4 older, $2 for children ages 3 to 12, Surviving are his wife, Irene; his January 24, 2013 thorities by the Hoboken Police De- Westfield reported that while she was p.m. at the Miller-Cory House and free for those under age 3. partment. He was released after post- at a Park Avenue restaurant someone Museum, located at 614 Mountain Upcoming Sunday programs at the ing bail. removed her cell phone, valued at Avenue in Westfield. museum include “An Afternoon with Thursday, January 17, Ronald approximately $700, from her pock- In anticipation of Groundhog Raggedy Ann and Andy” on Febru- Priliszh, 60, of Staten Island, N.Y. etbook. Day on February 2, visitors will ary 3; “Vintage Valentines and Mes- Wolf Creek Set to Perform was arrested and charged with shop- Saturday, January 19, Rodolfo learn the facts behind the supersti- sage in a Bottle” on February 10; lifting $50 worth of merchandise from Chozo, 30, of Plainfield was arrested tion of the groundhog’s shadow. “Maple Sugar Sunday” on March 3 At FBLA’s ‘Project Hope’ a business on the 600 block of West and charged with obstruction of jus- Included will be multiple presen- and “To Bathe or Not to Bathe – 18th North Avenue. He was transported to tice after police responded to a report tations – the history of Groundhog Century Hygiene” on March 10. SCOTCH PLAINS – The Union million people. The UCVTS FBLA police headquarters, processed and of a disturbance in the parking lot of Day; information about other ani- For more information, call (908) County Vocational-Technical chapter hopes to help this number released with a summons. a Park Avenue bar. According to po- mals that hibernate; what that time 232-1776 or e-mail Schools’ (UCVTS) Future Business grow even larger. Friday, January 18, Gualberto lice, while an officer was investigat- of year meant to early American [email protected]. De- Leaders of America (FBLA) Club The student members rally the Gamarra-Villanuev, 35, of Bound ing the incident, Chozo refused to farmers and a day in the life of a tails on all programs also are posted will hold its annual “Project Hope” UCVTS “community” for this event Brook was arrested on a no-bail listen to his instructions and then colonial-era child. Also included on the museum’s Facebook page. The event on Friday, February 1. each year – from students and faculty sheriff’s warrant from Somerset attempted to run away. He was trans- will be storytelling and children’s website is millercoryhouse.org. UCVTS are comprised of five, providing entertainment, to the voca- County and an outstanding $89 traffic ported to police headquarters, pro- full-time high schools (the Acad- tional programs providing food, deco- warrant from Bridgewater pursuant to cessed and released. emy for Information Technology, rations and technical support. This a motor vehicle stop at the north-side Fanwood the Vo-Tech High School, the Mag- year’s event will include a disc jockey, train station parking lot. He was trans- Thursday, January 3, a resident of net High School, the Academy of song-and-dance performances by the ported to police headquarters, pro- the 40 block of Cray Terrace reported Allied Health Sciences and the students from the Academy of Per- cessed and turned over to Somerset that someone had entered her un- Academy for the Performing Arts) forming Arts, T-shirt art, a fashion County police in lieu of posted bail. locked motor vehicle and removed a on the Scotch Plains campus lo- show and a musical performance by Friday, January 18, Gualberto GPS unit, valued at $200. cated at 1776 Raritan Road. The the Scotch Plains-based band Wolf Servian, 38, of Bound Brook was ar- Monday, January 7, Jamil Powell, FBLA is the largest district student Creek. This is the second consecutive rested and charged with hindering 23, of Newark was arrested on an organization, with 219 students rep- year that Wolf Creek will have per- apprehension of one self and an out- active warrant out of Irvington after a resenting all of the district’s schools. formed at “Project Hope.” standing $500 traffic warrant from motor vehicle stop at Martine Av- Project Hope is a one-night event Wolf Creek has been performing North Plainfield pursuant to a motor enue and Paterson Road. He was pro- in which money is raised for a classic acoustic/electric music vehicle stop at the north-side train cessed, posted bail and released. charity combating an issue that the since 2008. The band has per- station parking lot. He was transported Monday, January 14, Janine club believes deserves greater rec- formed all over Union County and to police headquarters, processed and Clemente, 25, of South Plainfield was ognition. This year, the UCVTS incorporates many musical genres released on posted bail for the war- arrested following a motor vehicle FBLA is working with “OneSight” into its performances, such as rock, rant. Servian also posted $500 bail on stop at East 7th Street and Terrill (onesight.org/na/) to provide eye pop, country and folk – from the the hindering apprehension charge. Road on an active warrant out of care to those who would not be ’60s to today. Wolf Creek is com- Friday, January 18, a burglary was Glassboro. She was processed, posted able to obtain it under normal cir- prised of guitarist Frank DiProfio reported at a residence on the 100 bail and released. cumstances. OneSight’s mission is from Springfield, guitarist Ben block of Marion Avenue, which oc- Friday, January 18, Valerie Samuel, LOCAL TALENT…The band Wolf Creek will perform at the Union County to provide healthy vision and LoBrace from Scotch Plains, drum- curred sometime between December 53, of Whitehouse Station was ar- Vocational-Technical Schools’ (UCVTS) Future Business Leaders of America eyewear to those in need world- mer Don Rosenberg from Fanwood 15 and January 16, while the resi- rested following a motor vehicle stop club’s “Project Hope” event on Friday, February 1, from 7 to 10 p.m. at the wide. To date, OneSight has deliv- and bassist Ron Del Prete from dence had been vacated. Entry was at Midway and Hunter Avenues on an UCVTS campus, located at 1776 Raritan Road in Scotch Plains. Band members, ered primary vision care and dis- Scotch Plains. Mr. Del Prete also is gained through an unsecured rear active warrant out of Clifton. She was pictured from left to right, include: Frank DiProfio from Springfield, Ben tributed eyewear in 37 different a health and physical education door. Kitchen cabinets, a center is- processed and released by the Clifton LoBrace from Scotch Plains, Don Rosenberg from Fanwood and Ron Del Prete countries, helping more than 3.5 teacher at the Academy for Infor- land with a granite top, a refrigerator, Municipal Court. from Scotch Plains. mation Technology and the Union County Vo-Tech High School. Prayer to “Project Hope” is scheduled to The Blessed Virgin run from 7 to 10 p.m. All are in- Willow Grove Church Slates vited. Tickets are $10 in advance Gray Funeral Homes (Never known to fail) and $12 at the door. Tickets can be Oh most beautiful Flower of purchased in advance by contact- Young Families Open House Since 1897 Mount Carmel, Fruitful Vine, ing UCVTS FBLA Advisor Janet SCOTCH PLAINS – The Willow faith, the Bible, baptism, Presbyte- Splendor of Heaven, Blessed Kneisel at [email protected]. Mother of the Son of God, Im- Grove Presbyterian Church will hold rian beliefs or any other topic. The maculate Virgin, assist me in my a Young Families Open House on church is located at 1961 Raritan necessity. Oh, Star of the Sea, help Lupus Foundation Sunday, February 3. Attendees are Road in Scotch Plains, near the me! Show me herein you are my invited to join congregation mem- south-side soccer field. For more mother. Oh Holy Mary, Mother of Sets Benefit Events bers for the 10 a.m. worship service, information, call (908) 232-5678 God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, AREA – The Lupus Foundation of to be followed by the open house. or visit willowgrovechurch.org. I humbly beseech you from the America, New Jersey Chapter, Inc. Children are encouraged to come bottom of my heart to succor me in (LFANJ) will hold its Second Annual to worship and Sunday school classes WSL Seeks Requests Rummage Sale this Saturday, Janu- for all ages, including nursery care this necessity. There are none who can withstand your power. Show ary 26, from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. to for babies and toddlers, as well as For Grant Funding me herein you are my mother. Oh benefit its mission to educate, sup- the open house after. Snacks will be WESTFIELD – The Westfield Ser- Begun in 1876 by William Gray, in Cranford and later Incorporated in Mary, conceived without sin, pray port and find a cure for lupus. The served. Since this will be “Souper vice League (WSL) currently is ac- 1897 as the Gray Burial & Cremation Company. for us who have recourse to thee. event will take place at Athenia Vet- Bowl Sunday,” participants are asked cepting requests for applications for Today, known by many simply as Gray’s. We continue to provide the Holy Mother, I place this cause in erans Post Inc., 147 Huron Avenue, to bring a canned food donation. grants for 2013. This past year, the personal service that began with Mr. Gray, whether it be for burial or your hands (3x). Clifton. Lasting 30 minutes, the open WSL donated more than $60,000 to cremation. Holy Spirit, You who solve all Household and vintage items, col- house will cover all the Willow local agencies and organizations. problems, light all roads so that I lectibles, antiques, jewelry, paintings, Grove Presbyterian Church has to The grant funds result from the Gray Funeral Home Gray Memorial Funeral Home may attain my goal. You who gave prints, glassware, linens, records, offer parents and children. Programs profits of the WSL Thrift and Con- 318 East Broad St. 12 Springfield Ave. me the divine gift to forgive and small furniture and more will be sold. and groups include Moms’ Growth signment Shops, located at 114 Elmer Westfield, NJ 07090 Cranford, NJ 07016 forget all evil against me and that in For more information, call (973) 379- Group, young families social gath- Street in Westfield. The WSL has William A. Doyle Mgr. Dale R. Schoustra Mgr. all instances in my life You are with 3226 or visit lupusnj.org. erings, intergenerational lunches provided services to Union County NJ Lic. Number 2325 NJ Lic. Number 3707 me. I want in this short prayer to On Thursday, February 7, at 7 p.m., and dinners, Men’s Night Out, Bible for over 75 years. During this time, (908)-233-0143 (908)-276-0092 thank You as I confirm once again LFANJ will hold its annual “A Night studies, Women’s Retreat, the WSL has donated more than $2 that I never want to be separated Out For Lupus” at The Primavera KniTTogether, community service million to various organizations. John-Michael “J.M.” Jones from You in eternal glory. Thank Regency, 1080 Valley Road, Stirling. projects, youth group, family game To be considered for funding, each you for your mercy towards me This event, to raise money and aware- and movie nights, contemporary agency or organization must submit N.J. Lic. #4869 and mine. Amen. ness about lupus, will feature a disc music services and Willow Grove a written request to the Westfield Director Say this prayer on three con- jockey, hors d’oeuvres, a deluxe buf- Preschool. Service League Donations Chairper- secutive days. Publish this prayer fet menu and open bar. For reserva- Parents will have an opportunity son, 114 Elmer Street, Westfield, N.J. www.grayfuneralhomes.com after the favor is granted. tions, call the LFANJ at (973) 379- to talk with Willow Grove’s pastor, 07090. All completed applications K.A.G. 3226 or e-mail Allison Saia at the Reverend Cynthia Cochran- must be postmarked no later than [email protected]. Carney, about questions regarding Friday, February1. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, January 24, 2013 Page 7 Mr. Silverman to Give Talk Ceili Rain to Perform On Middle East at Brunch Concert at Holy Trinity WESTFIELD – Temple Emanu- Israel/Netanyahu. WESTFIELD – The Holy Trinity with multiple Unity Awards and has El’s Men’s Club will welcome A. An attorney in private practice, Mr. Interparochial School in Westfield played some of the top venues in Jared Silverman as the guest speaker Silverman specializes in corporate, will host a concert by the faith- the country. The band has played at its first Sunday Brunch of 2013. securities, technology and entrepre- based, contemporary Celtic band many key festivals, from Kingdom The brunch will begin at 10 a.m. this neurial law. He holds degrees in law Ceili Rain (pronounced KAY-LEE) Bound to Creation Fest to World Sunday, January 27, at the synagogue. and engineering. Mr. Silverman has from 6 to 8 p.m. this Sunday, Janu- Youth Day. It has been invited to Mr. Silverman writes a bi-weekly been a member of the Community ary 27, in the gymnasium. perform at numerous Celtic and column entitled “Right Thinking” for Relations Committee of the United Tickets are available for $8 per community events from the Slainte the New Jersey Jewish News. The topic Jewish Communities of MetroWest adult and $5 for children under 16, Festival to the Bethlehem of his talk will be “The Middle East: for more than 20 years, where he is and can be purchased by credit card Musikfest. For a preview, visit Ceili Arab Revolutions, Iran and Israel.” the immediate past chairman of its at ceilirain.eventbrite.com/, by check Rain’s website, ceilirain.com, or The exact topics to be addressed Government Affairs Committee. mailed to Holy Trinity Interparochial youtube.com/user/bobhalliganjr. will depend on unfolding develop- A breakfast of bagels, lox, spreads, School, 336 First Street, Westfield, Holy Trinity Interparochial School ments in this volatile region, but may juice and coffee will be included. N.J. 07090 (note Ceili Rain Concert is a Roman Catholic, Middle States include: The aftermath of the Egyp- Admission will be free to Temple Event on the envelope) or purchased Accredited school operating under the tian referendum on the Muslim Broth- Emanu-El members, with a $5 charge at the door of the Holy Trinity gym auspices of the Newark Archdiocesan erhood constitution; the Israeli for non-members. Temple Emanu-El the night of the show. school system, and has been serving Knesset elections, which will be held is located at 756 East Broad Street in Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. and the community since 1916. It was on January 22, five days prior to the Westfield. For more information seating is limited, so advance ticket named a National Blue Ribbon School brunch; the situation in Syria; any about the temple, contact Carolyn Brandon Kape and Ms. Christina Parente purchase is recommended. of Excellence by the U.S. Department action taken by Iran; any outbreaks Shane, executive director, at (908) Ceili Rain blends elements of pop- of Education in September 2011. For on Israel’s borders, and relations be- 232-6770, extension no. 114, or visit rock and contemporary Celtic Chris- more information, visit Holy Trinity’s tween the United States/Obama and tewnj.org. tian music. Front man Bob Halligan, website, htisnj.com. Ms. Christina Parente Jr. leads the band. As a songwriter, Mr. Halligan has had more than 140 Needle Nite Session Congregation Beth Israel songs recorded by such artists as Cher, Michael Bolton, Judas Priest, To Be Held Feb. 1 To Wed Brandon Kape KISS, Kathy Mattea and many oth- FANWOOD – The monthly Needle Plans Klezmer Concert Alan and Judy Kape of Westfield cal device sales representative for ers. He has published more than 975 Nite program at the Fanwood Pres- have announced the engagement of CardioNet. songs, and his songs have sold more byterian Church will take place on SCOTCH PLAINS – Congrega- Ashkenazi tradition, and a night of their son, Brandon Kape, to Ms. A 2001 graduate of Westfield High than 30 million units. Friday, February 1, at 7:30 p.m. in tion Beth Israel will hold a Klezmer music and fun, to Scotch Plains,” Christina Parente. She is the daugh- School, the future bridegroom re- Ceili Rain has been recognized Westminster Hall on Marian Avenue concert this Saturday, January 26, she added. ter of Joseph Parente of Indian Trail, ceived a Bachelor of Science degree in Fanwood. featuring the six-person band Original Israeli photography by N.C. and the late Denise Parente. in Finance from the University of Klondike Derby Set During this meeting, “Needle “Lehaim.” Doors will open to the Corinna Zipp will be displayed in The bride-to-be is a 2003 gradu- Rhode Island in 2006. He is a finan- Niters” will finish up multiple public at 7 p.m. The concert will the synagogue lobby that evening. ate of Bayview Academy in Provi- cial advisor with Ameriprise Finan- For This Saturday projects, including the “Blossom take place from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Ko- Hadassah Magazine is slated to fea- dence, R.I. and obtained a Bachelor cial and also coaches the Metropoli- MOUNTAINSIDE – The 2013 Time” quilts and the rest of the sher wine and light refreshments will ture Ms. Zipp’s photographs on the of Arts degree in Communications tan Junior Titans ice hockey team. “Ditty bags.” Bobkins or large safety be served before and after the show. cover and in a two-page spread of its annual Boy Scout Klondike Derby from the University of Rhode Island The couple will be married in will be held this Saturday, January pins to thread the pull cords into the The synagogue’s Adult Education February/March 2013 issue. Partial in 2007. She is employed as a medi- Mexico in July 2013. bags will be needed. A new quilt Committee will sponsor the event. proceeds from the sales of her pho- 26, in the Watchung Reservation in Mountainside. design will be shown and strips for “Klezmer music is the folk music tographs will be donated to Congre- this can be cut. If fabric or batting is of Ashkenazi Jews who hail from gation Beth Israel’s Adult Educa- Scouts from the communities of Pancake Breakfast on Tap Berkeley Heights, Fanwood, needed, e-mail requests to Eastern Europe. The sounds span tion Committee. [email protected]. Dona- the emotions of the Jewish people – Klezmer concert tickets cost $18 Garwood, Gillette, Long Hill Town- ship, Meyersville, Millington, tions of yarn are requested, as the from laughing to crying – and Yid- and will be available at the door. For This Sunday at St. Bart’s group’s supply is low. dish lyrics tell many of the stories more information, call the syna- Mountainside, Murray Hill, New SCOTCH PLAINS – The Holy those ages 3 and under. The maxi- Providence, North Plainfield, Scotch Knit and crochet items that have behind the music,” said Julia Curtis, gogue office at (908) 889-1830. Con- been made throughout the past month event chairperson. “Congregation gregation Beth Israel is located at 18 Name Society of Saint Bartholomew mum cost per family will be $18. Plains, Stirling, Summit, Warren, the Apostle Roman Catholic Church All teachers and staff of St. Watchung and Westfield, along with will be collected to be given to the Beth Israel is proud to present this Shalom Way, Scotch Plains, at the various charities Needle Nite sup- Klezmer concert, bringing a little corner of Martine Avenue. will hold its Annual Pancake Break- Bartholomew Academy and the Re- other areas of Northern New Jersey, fast this Sunday, January 27, in the ligious Education Program (CCD) will compete in this annual event. ports, including several local nursing church cafeteria after the 7:30 a.m., are invited as guests of the Holy The Watchung Mountain District homes, newborns at Newark Beth Kickoffs Begin Tonight For 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and noon Masses. Name Society. of the Patriots’ Path Council, Florham Israel Hospital, the “Christmas at Sea” All are welcome. The church is lo- This annual fundraiser supports the Park, has run this event for more than Seafarers projects, prayer shawls for cated at 2032 Westfield Avenue, following activities of the Holy Name 60 years in the Reservation. The event those needing extra care and Women’s Sprint Triathlon Scotch Plains. Society: the Christmas Giving Tree, is a sled race from area to area (areas Children’s Specialized Hospital. beginning its seventh year and has Prepared by “Marco” of the High- the Saint Bartholomew’s Food Pantry named after Klondike Region towns) For further information about these SCOTCH PLAINS – The projects or directions to the Fanwood Fanwood-Scotch Plains YMCA will helped more than 700 women suc- lander Restaurant, the breakfast will and the Community FoodBank of New asking scouts to use their skills in fire cessfully complete a sprint triathlon. feature pancakes and sausages. Ad- Jersey in Hillside, the altar servers building, first aid, knots and lashings Presbyterian Church, contact the host two Triwomen kickoff events church office at (908) 889-8891 or for the Danskin Women’s Sprint Triwomen is a collaborative mission will be $7 for adults and recognition luncheon, Operation Rice and more. The Boy Scouts invite the amongst the Fanwood-Scotch Plains children ages 13 and older; $5 for Bowl and a lecture series that pro- public to watch the event starting at 9 [email protected] or visit Triathlon. These events will take place fanwoodpc.org. tonight, Thursday, January 24, at 7:30 YMCA, the Westfield Area “Y” and children ages 4 to 12, and free for motes the spiritual life of its members. a.m. and ending about 2:30 p.m. p.m. at the Fanwood-Scotch Plains the JCC of Central New Jersey. Par- YMCA, 1340 Martine Avenue, ticipation in the Triwomen Group is The Chelsea At Fanwood presents Scotch Plains, and on Monday, Janu- free and open to all area women. ary 28, at 7:30 p.m. at the Jewish Members of the group range in age Community Center (JCC) of Central from 14 to 70 plus. The group is HEALTH AND WELLNESS WORKSHOP New Jersey, 1391 Martine Avenue, headed by volunteer leaders who have Scotch Plains. Participants do not experience competing in triathlons th need to be a member of either facility and are passionate about helping oth- WEDNESDAY, JAN. 30 to attend the meetings but a photo ID ers achieve this goal in a friendly, 7:00 PM is required at the door at the JCC. non-competitive environment. PRESENTED BY: Triwomen is a group of local Anyone with questions or seeking FRANCES CAMILLERI women who are preparing to partici- more information regarding the pate in the Danskin Women’s Sprint Triwomen Group is asked to e-mail Bright Life Fitness Triathlon in September. 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By DAVID B. CORBIN one individual champ. He knew what to expect, so it was a Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times The New Providence (N) Pioneers little harder than Wednesday when I Roselle Park (RP) produced three sent four into the finals and finished wrestled him. I think your feet is the individual champions and climbed to seventh at 97. A.L. Johnson (J) most important position. If you can the top rung to claim the team title at claimed two champs, had the UC take someone down, and you can get the Union County Wrestling Tourna- Coach of the Year (Rick Ortega) and off bottom, you can win,” Bulger said. ment (UCT) in Union on January 19. finished eighth at 90. Rahway (R) Just the day before in a dual meet at David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times The Panthers finished with a 172.5 took ninth at 87, followed by Eliza- Governor Livingston, Bulger bumped FLYING TOWARD THE FINISH…Erika Daniel heads to the finish during the 100-butterfly event against Mount St. total to end the Brearley Bear’s UCT beth (E) at 73, Union (U) at 65, Lin- up to the 195-lb class and defeated Mary. The Lady Blue Devils won, 115-55, while the boys jolted St. Joe’s, 106-64. winning streak at seven. den (L) at 53, Plainfield (P) at 50 and Shane Haddad, 5-2. Just after Bulger’s The Bears (B) claimed three indi- the Summit (S) Hilltoppers, who title bout, Haddad won the UCT title vidual champions and finished sec- claimed one champ, at 47. at 195-lbs. LIN’, DAN’, LESS’, BALDWIN, CRONIN, REINHARDT SAIL ond with 149.5 points. Westfield (W) Blue Devil Brian Bulger extended “I asked my coach to bump me up. took third at 139.5 and had one indi- his record to 20-0 when he put on a I wanted a good match. I was confi- vidual champ. Cranford placed fourth takedown clinic to defeat Bear Jeff dent that I could beat him, and I did,” at 119, Governor Livingston (G) with Velez, 10-3, for the 182-lb title. Just Bulger said. WF Girls Level Mt. St. Mary, three individual champs took fifth at three days earlier, Bulger defeated Blue Devil Nick Arnold recorded a 114.5 and Scotch Plains-Fanwood Velez, 8-4, in a dual meet. 5-2 decision over Saverio Salfcas then (SP) finished sixth at 99 and claimed “I felt he knew I was coming more. CONTINUED ON PAGE 11 No. 3 Boys Jolt No. 4 St. Joe

By DAVID B. CORBIN that. The guys really responded. With Barmakian and Max Shin in 1:41.56. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times St. Joe’s there is a longstanding ri- Blue Devils Kevin Clauss, Dan Just two days after falling to No. 1 valry between the two programs, so it Myers, Noah Stiles and Sean Beattie Christian Brothers Academy (CBA), adds more incentive,” Blue Devil touched third at 1:43.79. the No. 3 Westfield High School boys Head Coach Jeff Knight said. Lindros touched first in the 200- swim team made it look easy in a The Blue Devil boys presented freestyle at 1:43.74. Luke McGrory 106-64 win over No. 4 St. Joseph’s basically the same setup as they did touched third and Nick Constantine (Metuchen) at Wallace Pool in against CBA but with a few tweaks. touched fifth. Lindros also touched Westfield on January 17. The No. 1 “We changed a few things possibly first in the 500-free at 4:54.81. Alec ranked Blue Devil girls made it look trying to work towards February. Penn and Ryan Daniel touched 4-5. even easier in their 115-55 romp over That’s the key with the champion- Matt Daniel touched first in the 50- top-20 ranked Mount St. Mary. ships. We want to make sure we are free at 22.37. Shin and Husch touched “We had a tough stretch with Sum- on all the way through,” Coach Knight 4-5. Daniel also took top honors in mit, CBA and now St. Joseph. We said. the 100-free at 48.9, followed by knew CBA was going to be a tough John Lindros, Tyler Lessner and McGrory at 49.79. Constantine took meet, and it proved to add more fuel Matt Daniel each won a pair of indi- fourth. for us heading into today. We didn’t vidual events and swam on two win- M. Daniel, Lessner, McGrory and show everything that we can do on ning relays. The first relay event, the Lindros won the 200-free relay in Tuesday, but we wanted to prove to 200-medley relay was won by 1:29.58. Shin, Husch, Constantine ourselves that we were better than Stephen Husch, Lessner, Aram CONTINUED ON PAGE 12

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By DAVID B. CORBIN Blue Devil John Lindros touched test, some alterations must be made. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times first in the 200-freestyle with a time “I try to keep my stroke longer in No. 1 ranked Christian Brothers of 1:45.51, and teammate Luke the 500 rather than a short stroke, Academy’s (CBA) talent and depth McGrory touched third at 1:50.31. because it’s a longer race. I don’t outlasted the No. 3 ranked Westfield Lindros also took top honors in the really get into the strategy as much. I High School team’s talent and depth 500-freestyle at 4:50.81. Alec Penn just try to stay ahead of the people to claim a 98-72 victory at Wallace touched fifth at 5:11.58. Although he who I am racing and try to win the Pool in Westfield on January 15. won easily in each event, there has race,” Lindros said. CBA’s depth and talent really rose always been some concern. Just as with distance running, a to the top with its ability to win all “I definitely look over to the other kick near the end of the race may be three relays and place third in two of lanes to see where the people are required. them. Additionally, CBA touched first around me, so I know how I have to “In the last 100 or 50, depending in three individual races, placed sec- do it to win the race. My counter on where other people are around ond in seven and third in two. The helps too by using strategies with the me, I will start sprinting,” Lindros Blue Devils touched first in five indi- numbers that tells me where the other said. vidual races, second in one and third people are,” Lindros explained. CBA’s Bob Whitacre, Alex in six. Since the 500-free is an endurance CONTINUED ON PAGE 12

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By FRED LECOMTE over for the pin,” said Bell. worked a half so he would go to his Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times At 170-lbs., Dwyer’s speed and back,” said Kessler. James Dwyer, Corey Markovitch, agility led to a 6-2, decision over Weiss pried Alex Peterson to his Rob Kessler and Jeff Weiss reaped Matt Ridge. back in 0:45 at 220-lbs. With the maximum bonus points in the heavier “I wrestle 160 but bumped up; my team score, 6-21, the pressure was on weights, as the Cranford High School opponent had some weight on me, so Raider Anthony Tufaro in his heavy- wrestling team toppled host Scotch I had to work around that. I had to weight bout with Jon ElKhoury. Plains-Fanwood, 42-25, on January turn to my speed more efficiently, Tufaro amassed an 8-0 lead in the 16. and that is exactly what my game first period before securing a 9-1, “The county is pretty crazy right plan was. Did not want to muscle the major decision. now. Everybody is beating up on kid, tried to take shots more and it “The first period, I believe I hit an everybody. We knew that we matched worked out pretty well,” said Dwyer. H2 for the takedown, three point- five up really well down low and they At 182-lbs, Markovitch recorded a point move. I wanted to break him matched up really well with us on 4:32 fall over Alex Mirabella using a physically and mentally whereby he top. We figured, if my kids weather half nelson. did not want to wrestle. I hit him as the storm until we get up to heavy- “I knew that I had to get team quickly as possible and tried to stick weight, we should be alright,” Raider points, so I worked my high crotch, him there for six, but I ended up not Head Coach TJ Gavor said. tilted him a few times and pretty getting it. Second and third period, I Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times The first bout of the evening at much worked for the six. Finally, I ran out of time and didn’t get it done,” KEEPING CLOSE TABS ON A HIGHLANDER…Raider Devin Glover, right, keeps close tabs on Highlander Pat 160-lbs, however, was a pleasant sur- got him with a low single, on top, hit said Tufaro. Mahoney, No. 3. The Raiders defeated the Highlanders, 38-35, in overtime. prise for the Raiders. Trailing 11-2 in him with a tight waist, chopped him Jasmar Phillippe grounded Cou- the third period, Cory Bell pulled off to get some backs and finally worked gar Chase Gunther to the mat in 0:36 a snap-and-go spin takedown then the half,” said Markovitch. at 106-lbs. BONACUM NETS 17, 10 RBs; NOEL-BROOKS SCORES 10 pancaked Matt DiMartino opponent At 195-lb. Kessler put Dan Van “The match was quick. I knew I in 3:38. Brunt to his back with a half nelson to just hit a Gable like I wanted to; got “This is my first varsity match so I record a fall in 0:57. him down and pinned him and that’s had to do what I had to do and push “I wanted to be dominant, wanted all that’s to it,” said Phillippe who Raider Cager Boys’ ‘D’ Chill myself to the next level. I was trying to push the pace and use my high- lifted his record to 7-1. to Gable him the whole time but crotch. I had a little bit of a scramble Raider JT Bierne dropped Nick couldn’t get him off because he was when I went to my back. He went on Scaramuzzi to his back in 0:34 at strong, so I had to snap his neck and top of me but I bounced back, worked 113-lbs using a wrist and a half to put Highlanders, 38-35, in OT did so with a half, then turned him a tight waste and ankle and then CONTINUED ON PAGE 12

By FRED LECONTE four shots. He was the chief thief 15 lead into the third quarter. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times with four steals. Xavier Noel-Brooks The Raiders’ dogged defense con- Free-throw proficiency, thievery netted 11 points, led the team in as- tinued in the second half and dimmed and dogged defense catapulted the sists with six and swiped three bas- GL’s success on the perimeter. In the Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School ketballs. Senior guard Andrew meantime, Bonacum banged a 3- boys’ basketball team past the Gover- Voysest scored five points, and had pointer, Noel-Brooks and Voysest nor Livingston Highlanders, 38-35 in four rebounds and four assists. combined for four points, but the Berkeley Heights on January 17. Quaryee Bull finished with three Highlanders won the third quarter, 9- “We played great defensive. You points, one rebound and one assist. 7. By the end of regulation, the Raid- have those nights where you just Senior Kevin Raszka netted two ers knotted the score, 33-33. can’t put the ball in the basket but we points and one steal. In the overtime period, the Raiders say, ‘If you play defense every night; Cameron DeFronzo led the 3-8 created numerous acts of thievery, it doesn’t matter’, you play hard and Highlanders with 19 points, and Ron and limited GL to just two points. they did. As much as it is easier for Jordan scored three points. Jensco Bonacum rolled in three points from me to say, ‘okay guys, you missed a Butler, Victor Candelord and Chris the stripe and Noel-Brooks sparked a lot of those shots,’ kids those age will Marzo combined for six points. two-point lay-up. put their heads down. These kids Both teams could not buy a bucket “GL is one of the best defensive kept their heads up, kept on fighting in the first quarter and each finished teams we played. They held and eventually we hit a foul shot at with eight points. Noel-Brooks hit a Plainfield, one of the best teams in the end and a couple of big shots. pair of jumpers, Bonacum connected the county to 41 points and only lost They just played as a team, so it was from down town, and Bull contributed by two. It was a close game the whole a nice win,” said Raider Head Coach a point. All of the Highlander points way. I don’t think it went over four Dan Doherty. came as a result of fine assists with points; that’s the type of game we The 6-6 Raiders totaled 10 steals. DeFronzo scoring all eight points. always play with GL. The biggest Senior forward Tom Bonacum led The second quarter was another thing is switching offense and de- the Raiders offensively with 19 seesaw battle as both of the teams’ fense. We went from two-three to Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times points, including two 3-pointers, hands remained ice cold, but the Raid- man, two-three to trapping, two-three ARCHING FOR THE PIN…Raider JT Beirne arches his back and pins Cougar Nick Scaramuzzi in 34 seconds at 113-lbs. snagged 10 rebounds and blocked ers won the quarter, 8-7, to carry a 16- CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 The Cougars defeated the Raiders, 42-25.

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David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times ENTANGLED IN A WILD TITLE BOUT…Cranford Cougar Gavin Murray, top, attempts to wiggle around Highlander TRYING TO BRING A BEAR TO THE MAT…Blue Devil Colin Barber, right, picks up an ankle in an attempt to bring Ryan Hoy in the 132-lb championship bout. Hoy hung on to win a 9-8 thriller. Brearley Bear John Balboni to the mat in the 160-lb championship bout. Blue Devils Place Third, Cougars Take Fourth, SPF Finishes 6th at UCT Mat Tournament advanced to the 195-lb finals with a quicker, so I went in for my shot. Kris Lewis (U) to grab a 12-4, major- sloppy. Next time, I will know better. advance to the 138-lb semis where he Raider Dom Pigna placed fifth. Brian 3:59 fall over Cougar Rob Kessler, Once I got his leg, he wasn’t getting ity decision for his 93rd career win. I will see him at regions. Hopefully, I recorded a pair of takedowns to grab Matthews (RP) won the title with a who earlier pinned Andrew Lameria away from me. I decided I was going “My coach has been yelling at me will get my payback,” Murray said. a 4-1 lead over John Coler (J), but 3:55 fall over Jonniel Bazan (E). (J) in 31 seconds. Kessler finished to work the bar arm. I was cranking it, all week in the room that I had to start In the other 132-lb semi, Blue Devil Coler answered to earn a 6-4 decision Raider JT Beirne defeated Blue third with a 1:49 fall over Evaristo cranking it. He wasn’t doing much, getting takedowns. I was taking down Matt Barber, who had just defeated then won the title with a 9-5 win over Devil John Fuller, 4-2, in overtime Diaz (E). so I took him to his back,” Tufaro my coach in practice, and I never hit Hoy, 7-2, the night before in a dual Dan Kourakas (N). Velez took third for fifth at 113-lbs. Nick DeMarco “I was able to get my pancake on explained. them in a real match. He was ex- meet, got stuck in a 4:20 fall. Barber with a 4:26 fall over Joe Lugas (P). (B) won the title with a 3:43 fall over him in the first period. Then after In his previous bout, Tufaro had to tremely upset with me, so I had to recovered to defeat Lapham, 3-1, in Cougar Niko Cappello defeated Carmine Boccellari (N). Jon Mele that, I was on top and turned him even play it cagy in a 2-1 victory over Blue please him. I have a lot better mat overtime for third place. Raider Dein Rice, 4-1, for third at (G) won the 120-lb crown with a 12- more and I was lucky enough to get Devil Kyle Kania, who has been sense. I wrestled during football. Cougar Jeff Weiss, after recording 145-lbs. Earlier Rice defeated Blue 0, majority decision over Nick Tekula the pin at the end,” explained Arnold, deadly with his Japanese whizzer. Sometimes, I stay after in practice a 1:03 fall over Blue Devil Cotter Devil Nick Rotondo, 5-2. Rotondo (L). Charlie Hudak pinned Isaac who added, “It’s great to get in the “I knew he was going to hit it on and wrestle more to get the feel of the Spurlock, pulled a quick reversal and recorded a 1:32 pin to place fifth. Valentin (R) in 4:25 for the 126-lb finals, go out there and try to help us me. He hit it the past three times that mat. It’s my senior year. I got to go caught Ed Olenick (J) in 3:25 in a Panther Pete Hilburn won the 145-lb crown. get number one.” we wrestled, so I have been practic- out with a bang. Hopefully, I get battle of hardnosed football players title with a 3-0 decision over Dan BOUT SEQUENCE: Arnold faced Haddad in the finals ing how to know when it’s coming. down to AC and make a bigger im- to advance to the 220-lb finals. Smith (N). 138: — Coler (J) d Kourakas (N), 9-5 and fell victim to a cradle in 5:29. When he hit it, I pulled my hip into pact than I did last year,” Tufaro said. “He’s very strong. He kept trying Cougar Corey Markovich placed 145: — Hilburn (RP) d Smith (N), 3-0 Raider heavyweight Anthony him. He landed on his knees. I took Blue Devil Colin Barber recorded to go to a half, while I was standing third at 170-lbs with a 4-0 win over 152: — Matthews (RP) p Bazan (E), 3:55 160: — Balboni (B) d Barber (W), 6-1 Tufaro took care of business with a control,” Tufaro said. a 3:40 pin over Brandon Paris (U) up, so I knew if stood up and backed Joe Ciarocca (N). Raider Matt Ridge 170: — Balboni (B) tf Woods (RP), 22-7, 4:32 fall over Kyle Brookens (P) in In the title bout, Tufaro had his own then edged Justin Becker (R), 3-1, to out, he would slide off. He slipped. took fifth with a 1:26 fall over Dan 4:33 the semifinals. takedown clinic, which included a slick reach the 160-lb finals to have an- He started to go down, and I tossed Syzdek (U). Joey Balboni (B) won 182: — Bulger (W) d Velez, 10-3 “I have been working in practice to snap down and a shin pick to go with other showdown with Bear John him over,” Weiss explained. the title with a 22-7, 4:33 tech fall 195: — Haddad (G) p Arnold (W), 5:29 220: — Iarussi (S) p Weiss (C), 2:24 take quicker moves. I had to be some double-leg takedowns, against Balboni, ranked third in the state. Weiss faced another hardnosed foot- over Phil Woods (RP). Hwt: — Tufaro (SP) md Lewis (U), 12-4 Balboni won, 6-1, and was named ball player in AJ Iarussi (S) for the Blue Devil Nick Kalimtzis placed 106: — Parraga (RP) d Gazoway (N), 7-6 Outstanding Wrestler (upper title. Iarussi used a hammerlock and a fourth at 106-lbs. Hugo Parraga (RP) 113: — DeMarco (B) p Boccellari (N) weights). Cougar Jimmy Dwyer boxed arm bar to pin Weiss in 2:24. won the title with a 7-6 decision over 3:43 120: — Mele (G) md Tekula (L), 12-0 placed fourth. Blue Devil Nick Velez recorded a Tyler Gazaway (N). Cougar Corey 126: — Hudak (J) p Valentin (R), 4:25 Cougar Gavin Murray, after record- 5-0 decision over Bob Vail (RP) to Birch placed fourth at 152-lbs and 132: — Hoy (G) d Murray (C), 9-8 ing a pin in 2:53, had a battle with Raider Brian Lapham in the 132-lb semis but prevailed, 5-4. But an even bigger battle came in his title bout with Ryan Hoy (G) who got an early lead with a five-point Peterson roll. Murray battled back, but Hoy held on to win, 9-8. He also won the OW (lower weights). “He went for it. I couldn’t defend it and that was the match. I had to play catch up, but I didn’t have enough time. I definitely got to be a little more cautious on top. I was a little

David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times WORKING TO GET A NAVY RIDE…Raider Anthony Tufaro, top, tries to set up a Navy ride on Union’s Kris Lewis in the 285-lb title bout. Tufaro won a 12- Probitas Verus Honos 4, majority decision.

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CBA also touched give it our best if we wanted any “It was shaky, because we came off third. chance of winning, and we did give it that loss to Cranford, but tonight it After the 200-free, Whitacre our best. Going into St. Joe, we know was the start of a new day, a new touched first in the 200-individual they are another great team and we game. We kept on shooting the ball, medley at 1:59.87, followed by Blue have to do the same,” Lindros said. just moving it and working as a team. Devils Stephen Husch at 2:01.24 and The Union County Tournament and We had moments in old games where Lessner at 2:01.42. Blue Devil Matt the state tournaments are just around we messed up because everyone was Daniel touched first in the 50-free at the corner, but Westfield has had a going for himself. Now it’s a team 22.62 and Shin touched third at 23.43 history of peaking at the end of the effort and that’s what saved us. In the to tighten CBA’s lead to 33-29 at the season. first half, we were not hitting shots. break. Daniel later touched first in the “I think so far, we are having a We had the open shots, we had the 100-free at 49.2 and McGrory touched better season than last year. Last year right ball movement, but again, the third at 51.01. against CBA, we didn’t have a very whole thing that saves us is our de- David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Just after the break, CBA stretched good meet, and they blew us out, so fense. No. 5, (Devin Glover) was on PERFORMING A SMOOTH BACKSTROKE…Blue Devil Caroline Baldwin has a smooth backstroke and easily wins the its lead to 46-32 by sweeping the we are on track to have a great season No. 30 (guard Chris Marzo) the en- event in 57.66 against Mount St. Mary. 100-butterfly with Shafritz taking top this year,” Lindros said. tire game. At the end, we kept on honors at 54.63. Barmakian and picking off, picking off and they kept Husch placed 4-5 with respective turning the ball over. Fourth quarter, times of 57.5 and 58.08. Cougars Emerge we started sharing the ball more and WF Girls Level St. Mary, Boys Jolt St. Joe CBA’s D’Anna, Ryan Anderson, foul shots started falling through for CONTINUED FROM PAGE 9 Chris Tucker and Berger touched first Top Raider Matmen us,” said Noel-Brooks in the 200-free relay at 1:31.79. “Near the end we want the ball in and Beattie took third. Lindros, “This meet is always a ton of fun. uled for Tuesday, January 22. Husch, McGrory, Lindros and M. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 10 Bonacum’s and Noel-Xavier’s hands. Constantine, McGrory and M. Daniel We know a lot of the girls. We are “We want to gain momentum for our Daniel touched second at 1:31.85, the Raiders on top, 22-21. Tom did a great job there. He made took first in the 400-free relay at friends with them. We were not at our next meets for the counties and IHA on and Lessner, Sean Beattie, Ryan the foul shots. Devin Glover, hawk- 3:20.07. Beattie, Penn, Connor Moore best today, but definitely everyone gave Tuesday. They, obviously, are our num- “Our team desperately needed six, Daniel and Shin touched third at so I went out looking for it. I tried to ing their point guard all night, and I and R. Daniel took third at 3:35.57. it their all. It was good to see us come ber one rivals. I know they are working 1:34.69. think that really set the tone in the Lessner touched first in the 100- out successful today,” Reinhardt said. hard, and we are working hard, so it’s use a throw, couldn’t hit it so went for Whitacre won the 100-backstroke a takedown, and he fell right into a game. They couldn’t run anything butterfly at 54.81. Husch and Shin “We had a couple of rough patches going to be big,” Baldwin said. at 53.33, while Blue Devils Claus with Devin hawking the guard,” con- touched 4-5. Lessner also touched in our swims, but we are going in the “For this point in the season, we are half, so I got a quick fall. Pretty basic (57.24) and Jack Rose (57.76) touched though,” said Bierne. cluded coach Doherty. first in the 100-breaststroke at 1:01.71. right direction. Some of us were off working towards – we have a big 3-5. Lessner took top honors in the Myers and Mark Trinkle placed 3-5. our times, which at this point in the meet on Tuesday – and the state tour- Raider Tom Cunningham scored a SPF 8 8 7105 38 100-breaststroke with a time of takedown and a reversal to defeat Gov. Liv 8 7 9 9 2 35 St. Joe’s Ethan Louie touched first season, we might want to go a little bit nament is coming up. We are trying to 1:01.36. Barmakian (1:04.77) and in the 200-individual medley at faster. We did what we needed to do,” get hyped up for that,” Reinhardt said. Dave Busch, 4-2, at 120-lbs, but the Dan Myers (1:06.08) touched 3-5. Cougars roared back. Andrew Blue Devil Boys Rap 2:00.63. Myers touched second, while Cronin said. “We got to get ready for Tuesday CBA’s Anderson, Matt Bebrowski, Jack Rose and Barmakian touched 4- Cronin was first in the 100-free at against IHA then we have to get ready Tompkins shut down Steve Carrion, Raider Cagers, 52-31 Tucker and Whitacre won the 400- 5-0, at 126-lbs and David Ayala had 5. Louie touched first in the 100- 55.27, while Day and Basil took 2- for counties and the state tournament. free relay at 3:22.95, followed by The 10-3 Westfield High School backstroke at 55.25, followed by 4.Baldwin won the 100-backstroke There’s always room for improve- no challenger at 132-lbs. Gavin boys basketball team shut the Scotch Lindros, McGrory, Husch and M. Murray pinned Jeff Liebrich in 1:33 Clauss, Rose and Moore. in 57.66. Basil and McBrearty touched ment,” Cronin said. Daniel at 3:25.01. Plains-Fanwood offense down in the For the girls, Caroline Baldwin and 2-4. Zhang touched first in the 100- and at 138-lbs. Corey Birch used a first and third quarters and rolled to a Sarah Cronin each won a pair of breaststroke at 1:14.12, while West reversal to record a 2-0 victory over 52-31 victory in Westfield on Janu- individual events and swam on two and Bond touched 2-4. HIGH SCHOOL SWIM RESULTS: Dom Natale. In the final bout of the ary 18. Danny Mitchell and Scott winning relays, while Ellie Reinhardt Cronin, Courtney Day, Devin and evening, 152-lb. Niko Cappello per- Toresco each netted 10 points for the BOYS – SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD 100 fly: Nick Kalafatis (C) 54.58 formed a smooth takedown in the won an individual event and swam on Reinhardt touched first in the 200- 97, PLAINFIELD 72 100 free: Fried (C) 57.08 Blue Devils, while Xavier Noel- two winning relays. medley relay at 1:44.07. Lauren 200 medley relay: P (Direl Bravo, Jabril 500 free: Samantha Sote (U) 5:48.83 first period and a reversal in the third Brooks scored 11 points for the Raid- After Carmine Basil, Becky Zhang, Schmeider, Diamontopolos, Emily Thompson, Chris Teran, Jesus Munoz) 200 free relay: C (Byrne, Hamilton, Matt period to earn a 4-0 decision. ers. Gwyn Devin and Baldwin won the McGann and Han placed third. 1:54.4 Kaczynski, Brian Stapleton) 1:44.76 “It came down to their studs at 38 200 free: Matt DeBiasse (S) 2:18.72 100 back: Christian Woo (C) 1:01.86 and 45. Cranford is tough! They’re Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 4 14 2 11 31 200-medley relay and Julia Cronin, Day, Reinhardt and Baldwin 200 IM: Chris Bubnov (S) 2:23.44 100 breast: Evan Brawley (C) 1:14.4 Westfield 8 15 16 13 52 Diamontopolos, Kathleen Bond, won the 400-medley relay in 3:46.18. 50 free: Bravo (P) 24.74 400 free relay: U (Ian Kapinos, Sote, definitely on a roll. We got a couple of Erika Daniel and Courtney Han Schmeider, Daniel, McBrearty and 100 fly: Adam Bransky (S) 1:01.38 Conor Frank, Matt Isidron) 4:10.09 holes. As soon as we get those closed Blue Devil Boys Edge touched third, Reinhardt touched first Basil placed third. 100 free: Matt Marino (S) 55.34 GIRLS – SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD up, we’ll be back in business,” said 500 free: Mark Mital (S) 5:57.85 128, PLAINFIELD 41 Coach Gavor. in the 200-free at 1:57.77. Amy West Mount’s Carly Whitmer touched 200 free relay: S (Jacob Monzella, Ram B’ballers, 33-31 and Audrey Bangs touched 3-4. first in the 100-butterfly at 58.16. 200 medley relay: S (Talia Paradiso, BOUT SEQUENCE: Stephen Skaar, Ed McNeil, Ira Melissa Harris, Rachel Braun, Jodie The Westfield High School boys Cronin followed with a victory in Devin took second and Daniel took Gottiboym) 1:47.14 160: – Bell (S) p. DiMartino, 3:38 Thompson) 2:09.28 170: – Dwyer (C) d. Ridge, 6-2 basketball team outscored the Roselle the 200-individual medley at 2:15.93. fourth. Mount’s Kate Fallon won the 100 back: Bravo (P) 1:04.34 200 free: Tiffany Inacker (S) 2:23.29 100 breast: Munoz (P) 1:11.65 182: – Markovitch (C) p. Mirabella, 4:32 Rams, 8-2, in the fourth quarter to Daniel and Allie McBrearty took 2-4. 500-free at 5:14.8. Reinhardt took 200 IM: Savannah Llewllyn (P) 2:21.55 195: – Kessler (C) p. Van Brunt, 0:57 400 free relay: P (Thompson, Teran, 50 free: Caroline Cooke (S) 28.59 pull out a 33-31 victory in Roselle on Baldwin was next with a victory in second at 5:19.19. Bangs and Munoz, Bravo) 3:49.12 220: – Weiss (C) p. Peterson, 0:45 100 fly: Braun (S) 1:10.92 Hwt: –Tufaro (S) md. Elkoury, 9-1 January 15. Senior Keegan Hess sank the 50-free at 24.56, followed by McGann took 4-5. COED – CRANFORD 101, UNION 100 free: Anita Mo (S) 1:04.45 Devin and Day to give the Blue Dev- The Lady Blue Devils may have 106: – Philippe (S) p. Gunther, 0:36 12 points, while Scott Toresco rolled CATHOLIC 69 500 free: Paradiso (S) 6:27.7 113: – Beirne (S) p. Scaramuzzi, :34 in nine for the 8-3 Blue Devils. David ils a 46-16 lead at the break. had a ton of fun in their meet with the 200 medley relay: C (Ashley Cave, Hale 200 free relay: S (Caroline Leahy, Cooke, 120: – Cunningham (S) d. Busch, 4-2 Kane had seven points and Danny “With Mount, we know most of the girls from the Mount, but their next Jaeger, Chris Hamilton, Zach Fried) Harris, Francesca Arvizzigno) 1:57.48 126: – Tompkins (C) d. Carrion, 5-0 1:56.9 100 back: Llewllyn (P) 1:06.08 132: – Ayala (C) won forfeit Mitchell had five. girls from Westfield and Scotch meet will be for the whole pail of 200 free: Julie Byrne (C) 2:00.35 100 breast: Mo (S) 1:23.97 Plains, so it’s fun to race them,” water against No. 2 Immaculate Heart 138: – Murray (C) p Liebrich, 1:33 Westfield 6 6 13 8 33 200 IM: Anthony Kalafatis (C) 2:18.58 400 free relay: S (Paradiso, Maddie 145: – Birch (C) d., Natale, 2-0 Roselle 13 9 7 2 31 Baldwin said. Academy (IHA), which was sched- 50 free: Austin Engelhardt (U) 23.23 Ryan, Cooke, Braun) 4:20.61 152: – Cappello (C) d. Rice, 4-0 View Thousands of Homes Online

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By DAVID B. CORBIN bounds and a blocked shot. Jenna with three of four tosses. The 10-3 Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Goeller had four points, three assists Cougars won the quarter, 14-13, then Senior Jess McCoy had no let- and two rebounds. Kerry Wischusen added the first two points of the fourth down after she sank her 1,000th ca- had two points, three steals, three quarter when Goeller assisted reer point in a game against Scotch rebounds and a blocked shot. Carly McGovern on a lay-up. Within the Plains-Fanwood (SPF) on Friday, Maucione had three points, two next six minutes, GL had their woes January 11, when she bucketed 15 blocks, a tip and two rebounds. at the line. points, including the final two points Seniors Mallory George, Erin “Normally we are not the strongest to lead the Cranford High School Ferguson and point guard Alyssa foul shooters, but we really pulled girls basketball team to a 35-33 vic- Cranston were the girls, whom the through, and we got into a lot of foul tory over Governor Livingston (GL) Cougars had to guard closely through- trouble, but they weren’t converting, in Cranford on January 17. out the game. George netted 14 points, so it worked out,” McCoy said. “Thursday, we had a game against and Cranston sank six. Ferguson With her 1,000-point achievement Union, so I was 24 points away from scored eight points, and Patrice behind her, McCoy’s name will be 1,000. I realized how close I was. I Tomasso rolled in a lay-up and banged added to the short list of names in- was conceding it that I could actually a 3-pointer in the third quarter. cluded on the banner on the gym wall. get it. Then Friday night, I was more Both teams were very cautious in “I always dreamed about it. The relaxed, because it was only 10 points. the first half, and the Highlanders first day I came to the high school to David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times I was proud I did get them,” McCoy clung to a 14-13 lead at the intermis- practice with the team, I looked right SEDATING A BREARLEY BEAR…Blue Devil Nick Rotondo, top, pinned Bear Matt Disko in 3:33 in his 152-lb bout. said a few days prior to the GL game. sion. The Cougars’ defense made sure up at it. But it was not at the forefront Westfield defeated Brearley 43-21 in Kenilworth. In her game against SPF, she got that the Highlander shooters got very of my mind. It wasn’t that I had to her 1,000th point in dramatic fashion little looks from the outside. score. It was that it would be nice to VELEZ MAJORS; ROTONDO PINS, SPURLOCK WINS 3-1 when she banged a 3-pointer at the “I think we had more composure get. I am going to get my points, but Blue Devil Matmen Muzzle David Brearley Bears, 43-21

By DAVID B. CORBIN Blue Devil Nick Velez used a vari- Kyle Kania smothered Bear Rasheed Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times ety of five takedowns and two arm Powell-Banks in 4:26. Nick Kalimtzis Tuning up well for the upcoming bar nearfalls to claim a 16-3, major- received a forfeit at 106-lbs then after Union County Tournament held on ity decision over Eoghan Savona at Bear Nick DeMarco recorded a 1:07 January 19 did not turn out quite as 145-lbs to up his record to 12-1. Nick fall over Chris Hoerle at 113-lbs, well as the Westfield High School Rotondo tore into Bear Matt Disko, Bear Dylan Oliva edged John Fuller, wrestling team wanted, but the 9-1 recording two takedowns, a scissor 3-1, at 120-lbs. Blue Devils did, however, return tilt nearfall and an arm bar nearfall “We had some good efforts. I like home with a 43-21 victory over a before pinning him with a wrist/half the way Nick Velez wrestled. Techni- somewhat wounded David Brearley nelson in 3:33 at 152-lbs. cally, he looked good. Nick Rotondo squad in Kenilworth on January 16. No. 4 ranked Colin Barber wrestled wrestled well tonight. He was ag- Several Blue Devils entered their somewhat tentatively with No. 3 gressive. He was doing what we have bouts with a tentative air, and it showed, ranked Bear John Balboni at 160-lbs. been talking about doing. We have while several others strutted onto the Balboni escaped in the second period been talking about building up leads mat loaded for Bear, and it also showed. and was awarded a stalling penalty and not being content. He scored the “Too inconsistent! We finally just point to take a 2-0 lead. Barber es- whole time he was out there. Brian made our goals this week, and the kids caped in the third then with two sec- Bulger wrestled a very good three set some pretty high goals. To be ac- onds remaining, Balboni recorded a minutes then shut it down. He should complished, we need a team effort. We takedown to win, 4-1. have opened it up and not be content don’t need individuals going out where At 170-lbs, Bear Joey Balboni pinned with 8-4. Cotter wrestled a nice some guys wrestle hard, some guys Kevin Frega in 1:20 with an arm bar match,” Coach Kurz said. don’t. We got lucky, because Brearley walkover. Blue Devil Brian Bulger re- BOUTSEQUENCE: David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times is hurting a little bit right now, a little bit corded a pair of takedowns in the first 126: — Murphy (B) d Aldana, 3-2 STRONG ON DEFENSE AND OFFENSE…Cougar Jess McCoy, facing, made five steals, had seven rebounds, blocked two under the weather, so we were able to period and another early in the second 132: — Gonzalves (W) won forfeit shots and tipped a pass that led to a steal, as well as sinking 15 points in the 35-33 victory over the Highlanders. get away with it. Any time you can steal but seemed to slow down to get an 8-4 138: — Barber (W) p El Daly, 1:14 145: — Velez (W) md Savona, 16-3 buzzer to end the first quarter. defensively than we have had under winning was more important. It was a win we will take it. With us, it’s got to decision over Jeff Velez at 182-lbs. 152: — Rotondo (W) p Disko, 3:33 “I knew at the end of the quarter, that pressure. We had a different strat- in the background but never every- be more than the win but how we are Blue Devil Nick Arnold used an ankle 160: — Balboni (B) d Barber, 4-1 we were down, and that three was egy going into this game,” McCoy thing,” McCoy said. getting it done, and we didn’t get it pick and spin takedown to defeat 170: — Balboni (B) p Frega, 1:20 done very well,” Blue Devil Head Coach Saverio Salfcas, 3-1, at 195-lbs. 182: — Bulger (W) d Velez, 8-4 there. My threes were on. I was 3-for- said. Next on the list will be the scramble 195: — Arnold (W) d Salfcas, 3-1 3 at that time. I didn’t actually know But the difference in the game for the Union County Tournament title. Glen Kurz said. Blue Devil Cotter Spurlock ended 220: — Spurlock (W) d Velez, 3-1 that it was my 1,000th point, but I felt seemed to be the Cougars’ ability to “Everything is really kind of mixed. In the first bout of the evening at the second period with a takedown at Hwt: — Kania (W) p Banks, 4:26 good about the shot, so I took it. It sink their free throws, hitting 9-for- There is no definitive top team, but I 126-lbs, Blue Devil Anthony Aldana the buzzer to earn a 3-1 win over 106: — Kalimtzis (W) won forfeit entered his bout with Tim Murphy Jordan Velez at 220-lbs. Heavyweight 113: — DeMarco (B) p Hoerle, 1:07 went in and the quarter ended. I felt 11 in the second half, while the High- want to win counties, and I want to 120: — Oliva (B) d Fuller, 3-1 really good,” McCoy said. landers sank only two of seven down win from here on out. Hopefully, we boasting a 14-2 record, but it was Drama played out again against the stretch. The third quarter began will do that,” McCoy said. Murphy who prevailed, 3-2. Blue Devil the 10-3 Highlanders. With 1:10 re- with McGovern hitting both of her Alberto Gonzalves received a forfeit Gov. Livingston 9 5 13 6 33 at 132-lbs, then Matt Barber pinned maining and the score knotted, 33- free throws and Goeller following Cranford 7 6 14 8 35 DWI Charges? 33, McCoy went to the line and sank Amir Al Daly in 1:14 at 138-lbs. both free throws. With 21 seconds left, she added a steal and was fouled, Blue Devil Matmen Top Governor Livingston Highlanders, 44-18 Call The Criminal Defense Lawyers at but missed the free throw. Then with :01.3 left, she blocked a Highlander Prepared By DAVID B. CORBIN would be the top seed at 182-lbs and Senkarik at 126-lbs. shot to seal the victory. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Haddad the top seed at 195-lbs for Nick Velez recorded five takedowns McCoy finished the game with five The Westfield High School wres- the UCT. Both eventually won their and two escapes to earn a 12-3, ma- The Bramnick Law Firm steals, seven rebounds, a tipped pass tling team won 11 of 14 bouts to respective classes. jority decision over Dennis Sobol at that led to a steal and two blocked topple the Governor Livingston High- In the first bout of the evening, 138-lbs then Vin DeFillippo amassed We Have Three Former Prosecutors shots. Forward Kaitlin McGovern landers, 44-18, in Berkeley Heights heavyweight Kyle Kania used a Japa- a 16-1, tech fall over Andrew Lipnik scored 11 points, including 5-for-6 on January 18. The 10-1 Blue Devils nese whizzer, a spin-behind and a in 5:22 at 145-lbs. DeFillippo caught from the line, and added three re- prevailed in the two biggest show- duck under takedown to defeat TJ Lipnikattempting a Gramby roll to down bouts of the evening. McGowan, 7-3, then Nick Kalimtzis add a three-point nearfall and later Reading is Good For You At 132-lbs, Blue Devil Matt Bar- pinned Chris Sergio with a half nelson converted a guillotine to a double ber gathered three left-side single- in 1:03 at 106-lbs. arm bar to add three more points. 908-322-7000 leg takedowns to defeat Ryan Hoy, 7- At 113-lbs GL’s Joe Colder had a Nick Rotondo added a 9-1, major- 2. Barber’s victory dropped Hoy from 1-0 lead on John Fuller but caught ity decision over TJ Nicholson at BRAMNICK, RODRIGUEZ, the top seed to the third seed for the him with a lateral drop with one sec- 152-lbs, with the help of four Union County Tournament (UCT) ond remaining. 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The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Youth opment director. The Westfield PAL Wrestling White Caldwell 2:39 Baseball Association (SPFYBA) and Registration will continue through Team, recorded victories over 80 – AJ Osborne (B) p. Coleman Scanlan the Fanwood Youth Organization Thursday, January 31, through both Bernardsville, Somerville and North 0:18 85 – Luke Burns (B) d. Jack Price 9-0 (FYO) have merged to become the former league sites Hunterdon to improve to 7-0 in the 90 – Colin Walsh (B) p. Will Brock :49 Scotch Plains Fanwood Baseball (www.fyobaseball.org and Raritan Valley League. 95 –Greco (W) d. Will Trebus (B) 9-7 League (SPFBL). www.spfyba.org). Registrations On January 19, Westfield defeated 100 – Tony Ondi (W) won forfeit The SPFBL has opened registration made after January 31 will be charged Bernardsville, 42-34, Somerville, 59- HWT – Patrick Collichio (B) d. Jonathan Heard 5-0 for the spring for players from pre-K a $20 late fee per player until Febru- 27, and North Hunterdon, 51-33, in a WESTFIELD 59, SOMERVILLE 27 through 12th grade. The divisions are ary 15 when SPFBL registration will home Quad match. Against 45 – Jonathan Scalia (W) p. Anthony T-Ball/Rookies (K/Pre-K), Minors A officially close. Bernardsville, the match was back- Drake 0:55 (1st grade), Minors AA (2nd grade), Having a larger number of players and-forth until James Greco put the 50 – Moore (W) p. Nick Stuphen :19 53 – Composto (W) d. Joseph Aldrich 6-2 Minors AAA (grades 3-4), Majors will open up the opportunity to field contest away for good with a 9-7 57 – Jacobs (W) p. Tarae Jackson 1:30 (grades 5-6), Seniors (grades 7-9), multiple “A” and “B” level travel come-from-behind victory at the 95- 60 – Cole Turnoff (W) md. Zachary and Prep (grades 10-12). teams for several age groups over the lb class. Amato 10-0 The co-presidents of the SPFBL spring and summer. Both leagues Coach Michael Price commented, 63 – Jordan (W) p. Nigel Tucker 1:52 SCORING MACHINE…Raider John Wilkinson, No. 25, scored twice in the 6- 67 – Jake Holtzman (W) d. Justyn are Neil Kaufman, the former were in the process of expanding 1 victory over Dayton last Friday at the USA rink in Union. “It was James’ first victory of the Sanchez 12-2 SPFYBA president, and John Quino- travel opportunities for baseball-lov- season, and it couldn’t have come at 70 – Hurtt (W) p. John Rodriquiez 1:48 nes, the former president of FYO. ing youth players at all playing lev- a better time. Wow, what an effort!” 73 – Jaimen Bryant d. Kobrin 13-8 Tom Baylock, Scotch Plains- els. This trend will continue, and is Ethan Composto, Quinn Gimblette, 77 – Price (W) p. Kevin Acuna 0:54 Raiders Lose to Parsippany, 80 – Scanlan (W) p. Kevin Simpson :58 Fanwood High School’s varsity head another philosophy both leagues had Jake Holtzman and Michael Price 85 – Kizuran Csey (S) p. Price :48 coach is the player and coach devel- in common. were undefeated on the day, scoring 90 – Will McIntyre (S) p. Brock :45 Win Over Dayton Icemen seven pins amongst them. Ray Hurtt 95 – Ricky Van Ness (S) p. Greco :37 won two bouts. His only loss was a 4- 100 – Ondi (W) won forfeit HWT – Deondre Gadson (S) p. Joseph Bulls Top Lakers, Celtics Nip The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High dogs. Sophomore John Wilkinson and 3 nail-biter to North Hunterdon. Muselli (W) 2:40 School Ice hockey team recovered junior Michael Rothman opened the Westfield hosts Bound Brook on WESTFIELD 51, NO. HUNTERDON 33 from a 2-0 loss to the Parsippany scoring with first-period power play Saturday, January 26, at 1 pm at 50 –Moore (W) won forfeit Knicks in 7th/8th WBA Hoops Redhawks by beating the Dayton goals. The two forwards added to the Edison Intermediate School. 53 – Composto (W) won forfeit Bulldogs, 6-1, last week. lead by scoring even strength goals in WESTFIELD 42, BERNARDVILLE 34 57 – Jacobs (W) d. Jack Van Doren 14-12 The Bulls topped the Lakers, 38- 50 – Jake Caldwell (B) p. Jayden Moore :33 60 – Gimblette (W) p. Ian Hewitt :31 The defensive tandem of Abby The Raiders and Redhawks were the second period. Senior defenseman 63 – Jordan (W) p. Justin Horton 2:14 22. Bulls Molly Sheil and Lauren Ho Apostolos and Mia Devito made the 53 – Ethan Composto (W) p. Joey locked in a scoreless tie until the final Nick Gianni and junior Eric Hogan Cacella 1:33 67 – Holtzman (W) p. Luke Martini 1:27 led the scoring attack, while Paige Bulls work hard. The rebounding and four minutes when two Raider penal- scored in the third period sandwiched 57 – Luke Jacobs (W) p. Nick Villiani 1:41 70 – Connor McGeary (N) d. Hurtt 4-3 Dumont, Ava Graham and Lexi Rielly passing of Maggie Mcdonald, Pamela ties gave the Redhawks a 5-3 power around the lone goal by Dayton. Se- 60 – Quinn Gimblette (W) p. Logan 73 – Kobrin (W) p. Ryan Kassim 2:18 had strong all-around efforts leading Chieff 0:34 77 – Price (W) p. Parker Brennan 0:58 Burke, and Erica Hayden kept the play, which they took advantage of to nior goalie Adam Mikolaczayk 80 – Alex Uryniak (N) p. Scanlan :54 the team in assists, rebounding and Lakers close. 63 – Dylan Wragg (W) won forfeit score the winning goal with 3:14 left. stopped 20 shots for the win. 67 – James Kessler (B) p. Jackson 85 –Price (W) p. Liam Akers 1:46 steals. Jessica Perkins, Samantha The Celtics nicked the Knicks, The Redhawks tacked on an empty The Raiders stand at 2-2 in the Jordan 1:30 90 – Sean Crane (N) p. Brock :32 Ricci and Julie Greenberg controlled 17-11. Karen Forbes and Casey Ryan net goal with one second remaining. A county and 3-7 overall. They looked 70 – Ray Hurtt (W) d. Gavin Chieff 4-1 95 – James Holder (N) p. Greco :18 low post play rebounding and block- 73 – Jack Tantleff (B) d. Russ Kobrin 4-2 100 – Anthony Masters (N) p. Ondi 1:46 led the scoring of a balanced team valiant effort was turned in by senior to improve on both records with back- 105 – no match ing shots, while Emma Shakal and effort. Adding to the scoring were goalie Jason Breit, who made 37 saves. to-back county games against 77 – Michael Price (W) p. Patrick Julia Robb played excellent defense Annie Harrington, Ryan Kirby, Allie The Raiders rebounded quickly Cranford and Governor Livingston, in the frontcourt. Piscitelli, Maddie Jacobs, Nikki three nights later against the Bull- then have a non-league contest on The Lakers played well. Catherine Eisenberg and Rollins Terry. Michele Friday, January 25, against West Or- WF PAL Matmen Trounce Poyston’s great pass to Bridget Telsey added a number of assists, Lady Blue Devils Nip ange at Codey Arena at 6:45 p.m. Hyland opened the scoring, which and Rollins Terry was strong in re- Next are games against Dayton and Manville PAL Matmen, 70-9 continued with plays by Ally Gulla, bounding. Tiger Cagers, 54-52 Arthur L. Johnson on January 27 at Alexandra Borg and Olivia Stock. For the Knicks, Emily Sackett dem- The Westfield High School girls the Rock in Dunellen at 7:30 and The Westfield PAL Wrestling White tory at HWT. onstrated smooth ball handling, while January 28 at Warinanco Park at 8:30, PUBLIC NOTICE basketball team toppled the Linden Team recorded a 70-9 win over The White Team hosted Somerville, Sarah Fox moved the ball expertly Tigers, 54-52, in Linden on January respectively. Manville on January 12 in Manville Bernardsville and North Hunterdon TOWN OF WESTFIELD around the defense. Taylor Beckloff 15. Sophomore Lil Scott scored 25 Please support the Raider Icers at to improve to 4-0 in the Raritan Val- this Saturday, January 19, in a Quad PLANNING BOARD and Julia Clifford drove hard to the points and Jackie Knapp scored 13 the games and by attending their an- ley League. Match at Westfield High School. The Planning Board of the Town of basket, and Arya Rao and Emma points, while Carly Friedman sank nual fundraising gala on February Russ Kobrin got things going for Wrestling will begin at 12:15 p.m. Westfield, New Jersey will meet on Febru- Conlon rebounded strong. Sarah, 23. Check the team’s website at WESTFIELD 70, MANVILLE 9 ary 4, 2013 in the Council Chambers at the eight points and Megan Mondon the Blue Devils with a pin in :47 at the Julia and Arya scored, assisted by scored five for the 7-8 Blue Devils. www.leaguelineup.com/ 73-lb weight class. Brian Jordan 73 – Kobrin (W) p. Jacob Reilly 0:47 Municipal Building, 425 East Broad Street, strong passing from Taylor, Emma 45 – Jordan (W) p. Lucas Rios 2:30 Westfield, New Jersey at 7:30 p.m. where Westfield 12 16 20 6 54 spficehockey for more information scored an exhibition victory at 45- 50 – Moore (W) md. Justin Petti 11-3 formal action may be taken to adopt an and Emily. Linden 20 4 20 8 52 and to purchase tickets online. lbs. Jayden Moore recorded an 11-3, 53 – Composto (W) p. Trip Freitag 2:38 amendment to the Housing Element and 57 – Jacobs (W) p. Daniel Lyons 0:33 Fair Share Plan of the Town of Westfield majority decision at 50-lbs. After that, PUBLIC NOTICE Cougar Cagers Conk Westfield received pins from Ethan 60 – Gimblette (W) p. Nick Lombardino Master Plan. Pat School Boys Beat 0:35 The proposed amendment to the Hous- Composto, Luke Jacobs, Quinn BOROUGH OF GARWOOD Lady Vikings, 55-27 63 – Jordan (W) p. Tim Whitenight 0:17 ing Element and Fair Share Plan is on file Cougar Cagers, 74-63 Gimblette and Jackson Jordan, with 67 – Holtzman (W) d. Ethan Burlew 5-0 in the Planning Office of the Town of The Tax Assessment List for The Bor- Senior Jess McCoy bucketed 22 Jordan’s coming in :17. Michael Price 70 – Ray Hurtt (W) p. Nick Colombaroni Westfield, 959 North Avenue West, ough of Garwood for the 2013 Tax Year The No. 6 Patrick School got 26 2:35 Westfield, New Jersey and may be seen will be open for inspection on Thursday, points and Jenna Goeller nailed 19 and Tony Ondi also later added pins. points, including four 3-pointers, as points from Dan Knight to defeat 77 –Price (W) p. Michael Summers 0:20 Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to February 28, 2013 between the hours of Cranford, 74-63, in Cranford on Janu- Jake Holtzman, Jack Price and 80 – Mesbah (W) md. Chris Petrone 10-2 4:30 p.m. 9:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M. in the Municipal the 9-3 Cranford High School girls ary 15. Reggie Green put up 20 points Mason Mesbah each notched their 85 – Jack Price (W) d. Alan Rainz 6-4 Kathleen Nemeth Building, 403 South Avenue, Garwood. basketball team smothered the Union first wins of the season. Holtzman 90 – Jack Lombardino (M) p. Will Brock Administrative Secretary Annmarie Switzer, CTA and pulled down 12 rebounds, while (W) 0:36 1 T - 1/24/13, The Leader Fee: $18.87 Tax Assessor Catholic Vikings, 55-27, in Cranford scored a 5-0 win at 67-lbs. Price had on January 15. Tommy Trotter sank 14 points for the 95 – James Greco (W) won by forfeit 1 T - 1/24/13, The Leader Fee: $10.20 Cougars. a 6-4 victory at 85-lbs. Mesbah scored 100 – Ondi (W) p. Anthony Desanto 1:26 PUBLIC NOTICE Union Catholic 8 7 7 5 27 a major decision, 10-2, at 80-lbs. In PUBLIC NOTICE 105 – Dominic Desanto (M) d. Tom TOWN OF WESTFIELD Cranford 15 13 14 12 55 Patrick School 19 16 17 22 74 Clancy (W) 9-7 Cranford 17 16 12 18 63 the toughest bout of the day, Jonathan PLANNING BOARD TOWN OF WESTFIELD PUBLIC NOTICE Heard notched a hard-fought 7-6 vic- HWT – Heard (W) d. Brian Moyer 7-6 PLANNING BOARD RESOLUTION PUBLIC NOTICE TOWN OF WESTFIELD JANUARY 7, 2013 RESOLUTION BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT TOWN OF WESTFIELD JANUARY 7, 2013 WHEREAS, a need exists for the Town BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT FSPY Men’s Basketball RESOLUTION of Westfield’s Planning Board to retain WHEREAS, a need exists for the JANUARY 14, 2013 RESOLUTION professional legal services of Lindabury, Westfield Planning Board to retain profes- JANUARY 14, 2013 McCormick, Estabrook & Cooper in fur- sional legal services in furtherance and in WHEREAS, a need exists for the Gets into Mid-Season Action therance and in conjunction with the duties conjunction with the duties of the Planning Westfield Board of Adjustment to retain WHEREAS, a need exists for the Town of the Planning Board Attorney for the Board Attorney for the Town of Westfield; professional legal services in furtherance of Westfield’s Board of Adjustment to re- The Fanwood-Scotch Plains “Y” Marlon Brown lead all scoring with Town of Westfield; and and and in conjunction with the duties of the tain professional legal services of Loughlin Men’s Basketball League was back 25 points. Brian Park, however, paced WHEREAS, the Local Public Contracts WHEREAS, the Local Public Contracts Board of Adjustment Attorney for the Town Law Firm in furtherance and in conjunction Law (N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq) authorizes Law (N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq) authorizes of Westfield; and with the duties of the Board of Adjustment in action with teams looking to make his team with 21 points and 19 re- the letting of contracts for professional the letting of contracts for professional WHEREAS, the Local Public Contracts Attorney for the Town of Westfield; and their move in the standings. bounds. He got help from his captain services without competitive bidding; and services without competitive bidding; and Law (N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq) authorizes WHEREAS, the Local Public Contracts Game 1 ended with Fast Break 56, Scott Lowder (18 points) and WHEREAS, the Town of Westfield’s WHEREAS, the Town of Westfield’s the letting of contracts for professional Law (N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq) authorizes Got Skillz 31. Fast Break stocked Hooptown improved to 2-2. Planning Board, has determined to ac- Planning Board, has determined to ac- services without competitive bidding; and the letting of contracts for professional quire the needed professional legal ser- quire the needed professional legal ser- WHEREAS, the Town of Westfield’s services without competitive bidding; and with key weapons, Steve Lee, who Game 3 ended with Above the Rim vices in conjunction with the services pro- vices in conjunction with the services pro- Planning Board, has determined to ac- WHEREAS, the Town of Westfield’s led all scorers with 19 points, and 71, Court Masters 60. Captain Dennis vided by the Planning Board Attorney with- vided by the Planning Board Attorney with- quire the needed professional legal ser- Board of Adjustment, has determined to Tim Gray with a healthy 17 buckets. Glynn poured in 21 points as Above out public advertising and without public out public advertising and without public vices in conjunction with the services pro- acquire the needed professional legal ser- Got Skillz’ Kevin Gannon’s valiant the Rim also moved to 2-2. Hampered solicitation seeking bids pursuant to the solicitation seeking bids pursuant to the vided by the Board of Adjustment Attorney vices in conjunction with the services pro- provisions of N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.5; and provisions of N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.5; and without public advertising and without pub- vided by the Board of Adjustment Attorney 12-point and 16-rebound perfor- by nagging injuries, Jack Ryan mus- WHEREAS, the Town Administrator has WHEREAS, the Town Administrator has lic solicitation seeking bids pursuant to the without public advertising and without pub- mance goes for naught as Fast Break tered 23 points for the Masters, but his determined and certified in writing that the determined and certified in writing that the provisions of N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.5; and lic solicitation seeking bids pursuant to the improved to a league best 4-0. team was out rebounded 40-21. Jamal value of the services will exceed $17,500; value of the services will not exceed WHEREAS, the Town Administrator has provisions of N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.5; and Game 2 closed with Double Dribble Berry sealed the afternoon with a high- and $17,500; and determined and certified in writing that the WHEREAS, the Town Administrator has WHEREAS, the anticipated term of this WHEREAS, the anticipated term of this value of the services will not exceed determined and certified in writing that the 60, HoopTown 61. A hard-fought light-reel slam-dunk that brought the contract is for the period January 1, 2013 contract is for the period January 1, 2013 $17,500; and value of the services will not exceed intense battle, to the last second saw crowd to its feet. through December 31, 2013; and through December 31, 2013; and WHEREAS, the anticipated term of this $17,500; and WHEREAS, Ken Soriero, Esq. has com- WHEREAS, Ken Soriero, Esq. has com- contract is for the period January 1, 2013 WHEREAS, the anticipated term of this PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE pleted and submitted a Business Entity pleted and submitted a Business Entity through December 31, 2013; and contract is for the period January 1, 2013 TOWN OF WESTFIELD TOWN OF WESTFIELD Disclosure Certification which certifies that Disclosure Certification which certifies that WHEREAS, Vince Loughlin, Esq. has through December 31, 2013; and INVITATION TO BID Ken Soriero, Esq. and Lindabury, Ken Soriero, Esq. and Lindabury, completed and submitted a Business En- WHEREAS, Vince Loughlin, Esq. has INVITATION TO RE-BID McCormick, Estabrook & Cooper, 53 Car- McCormick, Estabrook & Cooper, 53 Car- tity Disclosure Certification which certifies completed and submitted a Business En- SEALED PROPOSALS WILL BE RE- SEALED PROPOSALS WILL BE RE- dinal Drive, P.O. Box 2369 Westfield, New dinal Drive, P.O. Box 2369 Westfield, New that Vince Loughlin, Esq. and Loughlin tity Disclosure Certification which certifies CEIVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL CEIVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL Jersey 07091 have not made any report- Jersey 07091 have not made any report- Law Firm, 1838 East Second Street, Scotch that Vince Loughlin, Esq. and Loughlin OF THE TOWN OF WESTFIELD AT THE OF THE TOWN OF WESTFIELD AT THE able contributions to a Town of Westfield able contributions to a Town of Westfield Plains, New Jersey 07076 have not made Law Firm, 1838 East Second Street, Scotch MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 425 EAST MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 425 EAST municipal political committee, candidate municipal political committee, candidate any reportable contributions to a Town of Plains, New Jersey 07076 have not made BROAD STREET, WESTFIELD, NEW BROAD STREET, WESTFIELD, NEW committee, or joint candidate committee committee, or joint candidate committee Westfield municipal political committee, any reportable contributions to a Town of JERSEY, AT 10:00 A.M., PREVAILING JERSEY, AT 10:00 A.M., PREVAILING for any candidate seeking elective office in for any candidate seeking elective office in candidate committee, or joint candidate Westfield municipal political committee, TIME ON TUESDAY, APRIL 2, 2013 FOR: TIME ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2013 the Town of Westfield in the previous one the Town of Westfield in the previous one committee for any candidate seeking elec- candidate committee, or joint candidate FOR: USER-FEE BASED RESIDEN- year which would bar the award of the year which would bar the award of the tive office in the Town of Westfield in the committee for any candidate seeking elec- 2013 HURRICANE SANDY TIAL CLEANUP PROGRAM contract, and that the contract will prohibit contract, and that the contract will prohibit previous one year which would bar the tive office in the Town of Westfield in the VEGETATIVE DEBRIS RE- FOR BULKY HOUSEHOLD Ken Soriero, Esq. and Lindabury, Ken Soriero, Esq. and Lindabury, award of the contract, and that the contract previous one year which would bar the MOVAL WASTE McCormick, Estabrook & Cooper from McCormick, Estabrook & Cooper from will prohibit Vince Loughlin, Esq. and award of the contract, and that the contract making reportable contributions through making reportable contributions through Loughlin Law Firm from making reportable will prohibit Vince Loughlin, Esq. and PROPOSALS SHALL BE IN WRITING PROPOSALS SHALL BE IN WRITING the term of the contract to such candidates the term of the contract to such candidates contributions through the term of the con- Loughlin Law Firm from making reportable ON THE FORMS FURNISHED AND MUST ON THE FORMS FURNISHED AND MUST and political committees, and and political committees, and tract to such candidates and political com- contributions through the term of the con- BE DELIVERED AT THE PLACE AND BE DELIVERED AT THE PLACE AND WHEREAS, a Certificate of the Chief WHEREAS, a Certificate of the Chief mittees, and tract to such candidates and political com- BEFORE THE HOUR ABOVE MEN- BEFORE THE HOUR ABOVE MEN- Financial Officer, certifying the availability Financial Officer, certifying the availability WHEREAS, a Certificate of the Chief mittees, and TIONED, AND MUST BE ACCOMPANIED TIONED, AND MUST BE ACCOMPANIED of adequate funds for this contact, pre- of adequate funds for this contact, pre- Financial Officer, certifying the availability WHEREAS, a Certificate of the Chief BY A CERTIFIED CHECK, OR BID BOND, BY A CERTIFIED CHECK, OR BID BOND, pared in accordance with N.J.A.C. 5:30- pared in accordance with N.J.A.C. 5:30- of adequate funds for this contact, pre- Financial Officer, certifying the availability PAYABLE TO THE TOWN OF PAYABLE TO THE TOWN OF 5.4, has been furnished to the Town Clerk. 5.4, has been furnished to the Town Clerk. pared in accordance with N.J.A.C. 5:30- of adequate funds for this contact, pre- WESTFIELD, IN THE AMOUNT OF WESTFIELD, IN THE AMOUNT OF Expenditure of funds pursuant to this con- Expenditure of funds pursuant to this con- 5.4, has been furnished to the Town Clerk. pared in accordance with N.J.A.C. 5:30- $500.00. EACH BID MUST ALSO BE $500.00. EACH BID MUST ALSO BE tract is to be charged to the Legal Account, tract is to be charged to the Legal Account, Expenditure of funds pursuant to this con- 5.4, has been furnished to the Town Clerk. ACCOMPANIED BY A SURETY COM- ACCOMPANIED BY A SURETY COM- NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED tract is to be charged to the Legal Account, Expenditure of funds pursuant to this con- PANY CERTIFICATE STATING THAT PANY CERTIFICATE STATING THAT that: that: NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED tract is to be charged to the Legal Account, SAID SURETY COMPANY WILL PRO- SAID SURETY COMPANY WILL PRO- 1. The Town of Westfield’s Planning 1. The Town of Westfield’s Planning that: NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED VIDE THE BIDDER WITH THE REQUIRED VIDE THE BIDDER WITH THE REQUIRED Board enters into a contract with Lindabury, Board enters into a contract with Ken 1. The Town of Westfield’s Board of that: PERFORMANCE BOND IN THE FULL PERFORMANCE BOND IN THE FULL McCormick, Estabrook & Cooper to en- Soriero, Esq. to engage him to render legal Adjustment enters into a contract with Vince 1. The Town of Westfield’s Board of AMOUNT OF THE CONTRACT, BY A AMOUNT OF THE CONTRACT, BY A gage such firm to render legal services in services in furtherance of the ordinary du- Loughlin, Esq. to engage him to render Adjustment enters into a contract with NON-COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT AND A NON-COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT AND A furtherance of the extraordinary duties of ties of the Planning Board Attorney for the legal services in furtherance of the ordi- Loughlin Law Firm to engage such firm to CONTRACTOR’S QUALIFICATION CONTRACTOR’S QUALIFICATION the Planning Board Attorney for the Town Town of Westfield Planning Board as de- nary duties of the Board of Adjustment render legal services in furtherance of the STATEMENT, AND A STATEMENT OF STATEMENT, AND A STATEMENT OF of Westfield. scribed in the Code of the Town of Westfield. Attorney for the Town of Westfield Board of extraordinary duties of the Board of Ad- OWNERSHIP, ON THE FORMS IN- OWNERSHIP, ON THE FORMS IN- 2. The term of the contract will begin on 2. The term of the contract will begin on Adjustment as described in the Code of justment Attorney for the Town of Westfield. CLUDED IN, AND EXPLAINED IN THE CLUDED IN, AND EXPLAINED IN THE January 1, 2013 and will end December January 1, 2013 and will end December the Town of Westfield. 2. The term of the contract will begin on CONTRACT DOCUMENTS. CONTRACT DOCUMENTS. 31, 2013. 31, 2013. 2. The term of the contract will begin on January 1, 2013 and will end December BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO COM- BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO COM- 3. The estimated total fees for extraordi- 3. The estimated total fees for ordinary January 1, 2013 and will end December 31, 2013. PLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF PLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF nary duties performed by the Planning duties performed by the Planning Board 31, 2013. 3. The estimated total fees for extraordi- N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 ET SEQ. AND N.J.A.C. N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 ET SEQ. AND N.J.A.C. Board Attorney (and attorney’s affiliated Attorney (and attorney’s affiliated with 3. The total fees for ordinary duties per- nary duties performed by the Board of 17:27 AND MUST PAY WORKMEN THE 17:27 AND MUST PAY WORKMEN THE with Lindabury, McCormick, Estabrook & Lindabury, McCormick, Estabrook & Coo- formed by the Board of Adjustment Attor- Adjustment Attorney (and attorney’s affili- PREVAILING WAGE RATES PROMUL- PREVAILING WAGE RATES PROMUL- Cooper) as that term is described within per) as that term is described within the ney (and attorney’s affiliated with Loughlin ated with Loughlin Law Firm) as that term GATED BY THE NEW JERSEY STATE GATED BY THE NEW JERSEY STATE the Code of the Town of Westfield for the Code of the Town of Westfield for the term Law Firm) as that term is described within is described within the Code of the Town of DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUS- DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUS- term of the appointment shall not exceed of the appointment shall be $11,700 with the Code of the Town of Westfield for the Westfield for the term of the appointment TRY FOR THIS PROJECT, COPIES OF TRY FOR THIS PROJECT, COPIES OF $25,000.00 with this expenditure charged this expenditure charged to the Legal Ac- term of the appointment shall be $13,882 shall not exceed $25,000.00 with this ex- WHICH ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF WHICH ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF to the Legal Account. count. with this expenditure charged to the Legal penditure charged to the Legal Account. THE TOWN ENGINEER. THE TOWN ENGINEER. 4. The Business Disclosure Entity Certi- 4. The Business Disclosure Entity Certi- Account. 4. The Business Disclosure Entity Certi- ALL BIDDERS MUST SUBMIT WITH ALL BIDDERS MUST SUBMIT WITH fication and the Determination of Value for fication and the Determination of Value for 4. The Business Disclosure Entity Certi- fication and the Determination of Value for THEIR BID A COPY OF THEIR NEW THEIR BID A COPY OF THEIR NEW Ken Soriero, Esq. and Lindabury, Ken Soriero, Esq. and Lindabury, fication and the Determination of Value for Vince Loughlin, Esq. and Loughlin Law JERSEY BUSINESS REGISTRATION JERSEY BUSINESS REGISTRATION McCormick, Estabrook & Cooper shall be McCormick, Estabrook & Cooper shall be Vince Loughlin, Esq. and Loughlin Law Firm shall be placed on file along with this CERTIFICATE. FAILURE TO SUBMIT CERTIFICATE. FAILURE TO SUBMIT placed on file along with this resolution. placed on file along with this resolution. Firm shall be placed on file along with this resolution. PROOF OF REGISTRATION WILL DIS- PROOF OF REGISTRATION WILL DIS- 5. This contract is awarded without com- 5. This contract is awarded without com- resolution. 5. This contract is awarded without com- QUALIFY THE BID. QUALIFY THE BID. petitive bidding as a “Professional Ser- petitive bidding as a “Professional Ser- 5. This contract is awarded without competitive bidding as a “Professional Ser- SPECIFICATIONS MAY BE SEEN OR SPECIFICATIONS MAY BE SEEN OR vice” under the provisions of the Local vice” under the provisions of the Local petitive bidding as a “Professional Ser- vice” under the provisions of the Local OBTAINED AT THE OFFICE OF THE OBTAINED AT THE OFFICE OF THE Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A: 11-5 Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A: 11-5 vice” under the provisions of the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A: 11-5 TOWN ENGINEER, PUBLIC WORKS TOWN ENGINEER, PUBLIC WORKS (1)(a) because the service is legal in na- (1)(a) because the service is legal in na- Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A: 11-5 (1)(a) because the service is legal in na- CENTER, 959 NORTH AVENUE WEST, CENTER, 959 NORTH AVENUE WEST, ture and because of the longstanding rela- ture and because of the relationship of the (1)(a) because the service is legal in na- ture and because of the longstanding rela- WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY. THE WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY. THE tionship of the Town with Mr. Soriero. Town with Mr. Soriero. ture and because of the relationship of the tionship of the Town with Mr. Loughlin. MAYOR AND COUNCIL RESERVE THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL RESERVE THE 6. A notice of this resolution shall be 6. A notice of this resolution shall be Town with Mr. Loughlin. 6. A notice of this resolution shall be RIGHT TO REJECT ANY AND ALL BIDS, RIGHT TO REJECT ANY AND ALL BIDS, published in The Westfield Leader as pub- published in The Westfield Leader as pub- 6. A notice of this resolution shall be published in The Westfield Leader as pub- IF IN THE INTEREST OF THE TOWN, IT IF IN THE INTEREST OF THE TOWN, IT lic notice of the action in accordance with lic notice of the action in accordance with published in The Westfield Leader as public notice of the action in accordance with IS DEEMED ADVISABLE TO DO SO. IS DEEMED ADVISABLE TO DO SO. N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). lic notice of the action in accordance with N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). KRIS J. MCALOON KRIS J. MCALOON Date: January 7, 2013 Date: January 7, 2013 N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). Date: January 14, 2013 TOWN ENGINEER TOWN ENGINEER 1 T - 1/24/13, The Leader Fee: $78.54 1 T - 1/24/13, The Leader Fee: $77.52 1 T - 1/24/13, The Leader Fee: $75.99 1 T - 1/24/13, The Leader Fee: $74.97 1 T - 1/24/13, The Leader Fee: $52.02 1 T - 1/24/13, The Leader Fee: $52.02 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, January 24, 2013 Page 15

Scotch Plains: 09/27/12 OPEN HOUSE SUNDAYS 1-5 Recent Home Sales Steve and Lois Palentchar to Liam For more info see: Westfield - Historic Boulevard http://clerk.ucnj.org/UCPA/DocIndex Cater, 530 Willow Avenue, $195,000. CLASSIFIEDS House for Sale $849,500 Custom Development LLC. to Ofir Gracious CH Col.; 4BR; 2 1/2 Scotch Plains: 09/14/12 Doreen and Howard Wise to Marisa Davidesko, 422 Union Street, BA; larger prop.; lower Westfield Truseid, 2251 Elizabeth Avenue, $637,500. OFFICE MANAGER & ANALYST TUTOR taxes. (908) 654-5135 Sheila E. Nehemiah to Miriam C. $465,000. M. J. Menditto Jr. and M. www.756blvd.com Destra, 1595 Front Street, $230,000. Yelena Gorina to Harsh Patel, 2211 Gallagher to Katharine Cass, 1951 Seeking full time or part time job. Sen. Education & History Major @ Gloria Garretson to Leslie V. Lester, West Broad Street, $260,000. Bartle Avenue, $427,000. 15+ yrs experience: financial Monmouth Univ. seeking tutoring 339 Jackson Avenue, $212,000. Margaret D. Miller to Mark and John G. and Elizabeth Fesken to anaysis, technology integration, jobs. Avail. Tues-Fri. (refs. avail) MOUNTAINSIDE John A. and Marilyn Appezzato to Orly Fleureton, 17 Oxford Road, Bhaskar Rajkumar and Zeenal process improvement, office $35 per hr. Contact Gabriella @ 400-1000 sq.ft. available in full WGW II LLC., 1926 Westfield Av- $500,025. Thakare, 2214 Mountain Avenue, admin, budgeting & more. (908) 723-1591 service building near GSP and enue, $510,000. Joseph F. Dooley to Stephen Sautner $349,000. [email protected] Rte 22. All Services, ample park- Christopher and Linda Michalak EXP BABYSITTER AVAILABLE ing. Reasonable. (908) 789-8961 Janet Patten to Antonio and Gissella and Moira Dooley-Sau, 1944 PART-TIME BOOKSELLERS Aprezzato, 1973 Bartle Avenue, Parkwood Drive, $395,000. to Denny and Erin E. Frasiolas, 2236 Great with kids, own transporta- $220,000. Susan Petras to Christophe Blaise, Rhoda Place, $461,000. The Town Book Store is hiring PT tion, excellent references, flexible CRANFORD Ruth L. Berman to Marcos and 1508 Lamberts Mill Road, $371,500. Ronald F. and Shirley A. Schiaffo adult clerks, 2-3 Saturdays and/or schedule, weekday or weekend. Medical/health services offices Lauren Valera, 397 Montague Av- Harold J. and Jodi F. Heinz to Craig to Mathew Mark and Kristen H. 2-3 Sundays per month. In addi- Call (908) 654-8615 available in Cranford Medical enue, $390,000. S. and Lisa F. Peskin, 1490, Golf McGraw, 224 Byrd Avenue, tion, some weekday shifts avail- and leave a message Building. All services, on site Jeanne Roos to Mathew and Erin Street,$810,000. $438,000. able. Must be personable, detail- parking, well known location. Sidie, 2042 Church Street, $410,000. Jon C. and Meryl G. Salmon to Edward B. and Dina M. Scheenone oriented, computer savvy and able PET SITTING Reasonable (908) 789-8961 to comfortably talk about books. Zachary and Victoria Silsby to Brian and Susan Cull, 2061 Arrow- to James and Nicole Reagan, 2405 Loving, responsible Day Care and American International Relocation, wood Drive, $650,000. Rose Street, $400,000. Contact Anne at (908) 233-3535 HEALTHCARE CLASSES or [email protected] Overnight Boarding in a clean, 532 Westfield Avnue, $395,000. Vincent and Mary Ferrante to Mitesh 2581 Route 22 Associates, LLC. safe and peaceful environment. CNA classes start Richard J. Hoerrner and Thomas and Binni Shah, 4 Pitching Way, to Khamsa JI LLC., 2581 Route 22, evenings February 30th, BIG SAVINGS AT PAPER MILL Your dog will be part of my family. Hoerrner to JillChristine Veltri, 2222 $642,500. $600,000. Daily exercise at the park. Fenced mornings February 23rd, Pine Terrace, $308,000. Doris L. Johnson to Richard and Mohamad and Laila Yatem to Jesse $100 Gift Certificate To Paper Mill in yard. Individual attention. CHHA, classes start Konstruct Enterprises Inc. to Kurt Jennifer Tricoche, 1614 Ramapo Way, W. and Shari C. Flowers, 114 Donato Playhouse in Millburn. No Expira- Free pick up and drop off. Call evenings February 25th. A. and Laleh G. Melstrom, 2240 Lyde $360,000. Circle, $374,625. tion. Use To Purchase Tickets For (908) 233-9070 for details. NCLEX RN/PN REVIEW Place, $785,000. A. Thomas and Nancy E. Testa to Peter J. Piccirillo to Robert and Shows And Events. Free Parking weekends February 3rd Mark A. and Jessica M. Capelli to Maroulako Roguso, 328 Roberts Karen Freedman, 19 Fenimore Drive, And Adjacent Restaurant. Great DECO BEDROOM SET FOR SALE Sean Winward and Rachel Felter, $760,000. Lane, $385,000. High Success Rates Gift Idea! Big Savings! Only $75. Humane Concepts Healthcare 2235 Coles Avenue, $453,000. Eric and Gayle Chluddzinski to Paul Messercola Bros Building Co Inc. Call (908) 654-6091 Mahogany Art Deco full bed, Richard Sheppard to Michael and Szep and Maria Pena, 10 Unami Lane, to Krishna P. and Jigisha K. Patel, 12 nightstand, and dresser with (908) 688-8184 or (908) 265-9803 Kate Vanderheyden, 598 West Court, $647,250. Hidden Meadow Drive, $999,999. CAREGIVER AVAILABLE mirror. $300. Cranford. HOUSE CLEANING $352,000. Robert J. and Deborah Jean Matos Tobert G. and Kathryn A. Hoffman Companion for Elderly. (201) 239-7380 Adam and Corie Sackett to James to Antonia C. Palumbo and K. Bruschi, to Christopher M. Galuser and Do you need someone to clean I Have Experience DAYSI’S CLEANING SERVICES your house, apartment or and Margaret Cicon, 173 Watchung 4 Traveller Way, $615,000. Dianne Rae, 2294 Marlboro Road, & References Terrace, $466,500. Laura E. Urban to Dennis Larkin $687,500. Are you tired? Let me help you! Condo? We are your team! Drive own car Experience & Excellent Work We’re a reliable couple with 1 Elm Street LLC. to Scp Moun- and Lauren Pampinella, 1821 North Matthew Simms and Molly M. (732) 648-5428 Residential, Apartments, tain Avenue LLC., 2341 Mountain Gate Road, $442,000. Collier to Christopher M Beaudre, Commercial, Offices excellent references. Free Avenue, $180,000. Robert and Judy Coyne to Scott A. 2362 Longfellow Avenue, $345,000. CHILDCARE NEEDED Free Estimates 100% Guaranteed Estimates. (862) 307-3481 Antonio Appezzato to Brown C. Margaret E. Lyman to Elba R. and Lisa Shulnan, 7 Little Falls Way, Nannies - Housekeepers References Available Bravo and Sangullia E. Novello, 1977 Rodriguez, 848 O’Donnel Avenue, (908) 361-0335 $985,000. BabyNurses Needed Westfield Avenue, $340,000. Charles E. and Dianne W. Compton $320,000. Joseph and Bethany Rodrigues to Alfred George Rodgers Jr. to Brian Live-in / -out, Full/Part-time to Michael and Andrea Tannenbaum, Solid References Required. Michael and Chrissann Gasharro, 325 1860 Winding Brook Way, $616,350. J. and Sophia Stanton, 1208 Maple FREELANCERS WANTED Warren Street, $372,500. Hill Road, $379,900. CALL (732) 972-4090 Strong, detail-oriented writers Paul and Patricia Bligh to NCN www.absolutebestcare.com Mary Dejesso to Saira and Rizwan Properties LLC., 2131 Gamble Road, Rose Gutmacher and Family Man with professional demeanor Ahmed, 8 riga Court, $270,000. $425,000. Corp., to Roza Galustyan, 2157 needed to cover local Jan M. and Deborah R. Skidds to Valli J. Kane to Gregory A. Mandy, Shackamaxon Drive, $400,000. JCC’s Youth Theatre government meetings. Must be Weiying Chen, 111 Donato Circle, 1901 Quimby Lane, $499,900. Lisa R. and David Schiff to George able to meet deadlines, know $325,000. Marcia K. Hodulik to Aniello and and Leanne Loewenthal, 1507 To Stage Wizard of Oz how to write a lead, and take Anthony Detaranto to Anthony and Dina Violante, 1984 Windind Brook Ramapo Way, $467,500. SCOTCH PLAINS – The Jewish an active interest in their beats Susan Capozzolo, 2693 Far View Way, $750,000. Thomas G. and Barbara J. Straniero Community Center (JCC) of Cen- in order to develop news Drive, $535,000. Eleby and Gloria Washington to to Dina Fellanto and Kevin Cahsin, tral New Jersey’s Youth Theatre stories. Please email Joseph H. and Susan A. Kallstien Kurt and Gail Pollak, 14 Tisbury Vil- 1749 Ramapo Way, $485,000. Group, in its fifth year, will present resume and clips to: to Russell and Hayley Craven, 315 lage, $289,500. The Wizard of Oz on Saturdays, [email protected] Roberts Lane, $365,000. Shirley B. Miller to Dominic R. and PUBLIC NOTICE February 2 and 9, at 7 p.m. and on Jeffrey and Jacinta Z. Kay to Erick Joan J. DeVito, 28 Harwick Village, TOWN OF WESTFIELD Sundays, February 3 and 10, at 2 SUPPORT FOR YOUTH…The Opti- A. and Lowie Diaz, 2205 Old Farm $270,000. BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT p.m. All performances will be held mist Club of Westfield recently made Road, $436,000. Mark and Lisa B. Colicchio to Amy Notice is hereby given that Westfield at Terrill Middle School, located at Optimists Contribute its annual contribution to Camp Qual- Peter Salerno to Joshua and Letizia Grzyb, 1045 Cellar Avenue, $187,500. Board of Adjustment adopted resolutions 1301 Terrill Road in Scotch Plains. ity New Jersey, a non-profit organiza- Rhodes, 2242 Old Farms Road, Louis V. and Carin L. Peluso to at its meeting on January 14, 2013 for the This production will star students To Camp Quality tion that offers camping experiences $380,000. Todd and Racheal L. Karp, 29 Allenby following applications decided at its meet- in grades 2 through 8 from area WESTFIELD – The Optimist Club and other services to youth, ages 5 to Donald and Judith Truedson to Lane, $995,000. ing on December 10, 2012. schools. Tickets are on sale online of Westfield presented an annual con- 17, who have been diagnosed with can- Peter J. and Tiffany Gowesky, 945 Adam D. and Alicia Winters to Jay Laura & Joe Dougherty, 554 High- only at brownpapertickets.com for tribution to support the efforts of cer. Pictured are Optimist Club Presi- Crestwood Road, $325,000. and Olga Lewis, 17 Highlander Drive, land Avenue, Applicant sought approval dent Jeff Rembisz and Camp Quality to construct a 2-1/2 story addition contrary $13 and $18. Ticket sales will close Camp Quality New Jersey during Executive Director Sharon Goldman. T. and C. Rodriguez-Bachiller to $1,200,000. to Sections 11.06E6 and 11.06E8 of the 24 hours prior to show dates; remain- the club’s December meeting held at Diana Peterson, 2427 Hill Road, Ethel Eysman to Jason and Jason Land Use Ordinance to allow a side yard ing seats will be available at the door. Echo Lake Country Club in Comedy Show to Help $320,100. Stverak, 6 Scotchwood Glen, setback of 10 feet where a setback of 12.5 For more information and direc- Westfield. Ryan P. Mack and Katherine L. $793,000. feet is required, to allow a building height Fight Against F.O.P. of 34.15 feet where a maximum of 32.75 tions on ticket purchase, visit Camp Quality is a non-profit, volun- Zemitis to Simone Galott and Michela Olivia XU and Daniel Tang to Judy feet is allowed and to allow 3 stories where jccnj.org. Further information also teer-driven organization that provides MOUNTAINSIDE – The 12th Santacroce, 2420 Longfellow Avenue, Coyne, 19 Clydesdale Road, a maximum story height of 2.5 stories is is available by contacting Leslie a free, weeklong, overnight camping Annual Comedy Show – A Fundraiser $365,000. $699,000. allowed. Application approved with condi- Glass at [email protected] or experience and year-round support pro- for F.O.P. (Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Pamela Heather and Halil Cejovis Jaques H. and Noriko Richard to tions. (201) 707-8940. grams for children, ages 5 to 17, who Progressiva) will take place on Satur- to Ardis K. De Camp 2397 Channing Mark and Allison Yessin, 2 Treeview Michael & Lynne Ainge, 602 Tremont The JCC of Central New Jersey is have been diagnosed with cancer. day, February 23, at 7 p.m. in the Avenue, $485,000. Circle, $637,500. Avenue, Applicant sought approval to construct a one-story addition contrary to located at 1391 Martine Avenue in The Optimist Club of Westfield is parish hall of the Our Lady of Lourdes Carolyn and David J. Sharpen to Stanley J. Gulken to Clifford E. and Sections 11.06E5 and 12.04F1 of the Land Scotch Plains. It is a constituent a not-for-profit service club Roman Catholic Church, 300 Cen- Laura A. Ruttenberg, 2360 Channing Myra S. Peterson, 2 Tisbury Village, Use Ordinance to allow a street side yard agency of the Jewish Federation of composed of men and women who tral Avenue, Mountainside. Avenue, $369,900. $370,000. setback of +16 feet 2 inches where a Greater MetroWest NJ, United Way live and/or work in the Westfield Tickets are $50 and may be pur- Marion Whitty to Allen D. and April Patrick A. Mc Hugh to Peter S. and minimum of 20 feet is required; to allow a building coverage of 20.22% where a maxi- of Greater Union County and the area. With their organization’s chased with cash or a check. Reserva- Bickoet, 1111 Hetfield Avenue, Karen A. Novak, 1330 Cushing Road, mum of 20% is allowed. Application ap- Westfield United Fund. Financial mission dedicated to being “a friend tions are required. Checks may be made $367,000. $555,000. proved with conditions. assistance is available for member- of youth,” club members conduct payable to: Trustees University of Penn- William R. and Kathy Ann Cordes E. and Barbara Barrett to Jason Michael P. Miller, 311 Temple Place, ship and various programs. service projects that benefit youth sylvania and mailed to 12th Annual to Brett Buttacavoli and I. Sliwowski, Wadleigh, 8 Round Hill Road, Applicant sought approval to retain a 10 and community. Comedy Show, c/o Gary W. Whyte, 2077 Elizabeth Avenue, $469,207. $500,000. feet x 16 feet (160 square feet) shed con- For more information about the 289 Old Tote Road, Mountainside, N.J. trary to section 13.02B2 of the Land Use PUBLIC NOTICE Ordinance to allow a 160 square feet shed Optimist Club of Westfield, contact 07092-1835. For more information, TOWN OF WESFIELD [email protected]. call (954) 816-4462. where a maximum shed size of 150 square BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT Couple to Perform Sunday feet is allowed. Application denied. SPECIAL MEETING Chad & Rochelle Wagenheim, 215 PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Sunset Avenue, Applicant sought ap- The Board of Adjustment of the Town of In Tribute to Paul-Ford proval to retain a retaining wall contrary to Westfield, New Jersey will hold a special TOWN OF WESTFIELD quired; (xvii) § 17.04.A to allow parking meeting on February 6, 2013 at 7:30pm PLANNING BOARD Section 12.08H of the Land Use Ordi- space dimensions less than required; (xviii) in the Council Chambers in the Municipal FANWOOD – Sandy and Tom the years, and since the passing of Les nance to allow setbacks of 1 foot to 1.3 feet § 17.10.B.1 to allow a parking lot lighting Building, 425 East Broad Street, Westfield, NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Doyle will perform “A Tribute to Les Paul this husband-and-wife duo have where setbacks of 1.5 feet to 3.8 feet are uniformity ratio greater than permitted; and New Jersey to hear and decide upon the PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Town Paul and Mary Ford” this Sunday, been the opening act at the Les Paul required. Application approved with condi- (xix) § 17.10.C to allow lighting levels at the following application. Formal action may of Westfield Planning Board (the “Board”) tions. driveway greater than permitted. January 27, at 3 p.m. at the Fanwood Room in the NYC Iridium on Monday be taken. will hold a public hearing at its meeting on Christopher Langhart, 815 Embree Additionally, there exist on the Property Memorial Library, located at North nights for the Les Paul Tribute. February 4, 2013, at 7:30 p.m. in the Coun- Crescent, Applicant sought approval to C. W. M. & P., 314 Myrtle and 321 a number of existing nonconformities which cil Chambers of the Town of Westfield Avenue and Tillotson Road. This concert, part of the library’s construct a two story addition contrary to Grove. Applicant is seeking approval to will be continued unchanged, improved, or Municipal Building, 425 East Broad Street, A lifelong admirer of Les Paul and “Listen and Learn” series of concerts Sections 12.04F1, 11.09E6 and 11.09E5 construct 16 dwelling units contrary to in some cases extended, including but not Westfield, New Jersey, to review and act of the Land Use Ordinance to allow a Section 11.19E6 of the Land Use Ordi- limited to the following, for which Applicant Mary Ford, Mr. Doyle eventually and plays, will be free and open to all. upon an application for preliminary and maximum building coverage of 21.8% nance. Ordinance requires 45 feet - end seeks variance relief if and to the extent formed a friendship with Les that The program is made possible by the final major site plan approval and vari- where a maximum of 20% is allowed; to wall to rear wall. Proposed is 21 feet. deemed necessary by the Board: (i) § ances (“Application”) filed by The Stop & lasted more than 40 years. Mr. Doyle support of the Friends of the Fanwood allow a side yard setback of + 8 feet where Ordinance requires 60 feet - rear wall to 11.26.E.2., concerning minimum side yard Shop Supermarket Company LLC (“Stop also acted as Les’ longtime sound Memorial Library. Registration is rec- a minimum of 10 feet is required and to rear wall. Proposed is 21 feet. Ordinance (expansion holds existing setback); (ii) § & Shop”) for development of the property allow a street side yard setback of 11.25 allows 12 units. Proposed are 16 units. 11.26.E.2. concerning minimum side yard engineer. Besides being an accom- ommended. To register, call the li- located at 195, 203, 219, and 233 Elm feet where a minimum of 20 feet is re- buffer (improvement over existing); (iii) § plished guitarist, Mr. Doyle has been brary at (908) 322-6400 or stop by the Variances, waivers or exceptions from Street, which have been designated on the quired. Application approved with condi- 11.26.F.1.b. concerning storefront facade certain site plan details or relief from re- Town of Westfield Tax Map as Block 2505, a luthier for over 40 years and cur- circulation desk. For more informa- tions. window area less than required (un- quirements may be sought as appropriate. Lots 4, 5, 6, and 7 (the “Property”). The rently runs his own guitar-building tion about this concert or any of the changed); (iv) § 12.08.C. concerning re- Plans and application are on file in the Property is located in the GB-1 General Plans and applications are on file in the taining wall height along the South prop- school in New Jersey. He has cus- library’s other events, visit the events office of the Town Engineer, 959 North Business Zone. office of the Town Engineer, 959 North erty line (unchanged); (v) § 12.08.H. con- Avenue West, Westfield, New Jersey and Stop & Shop proposes to demolish the tomized, repaired and modified gui- calendar at fanwoodlibrary.org. Avenue West, Westfield, New Jersey and cerning retaining wall setback along the may be seen Monday through Friday from existing buildings on Lots 6 and 7, expand tars for such artists as George Benson, may be seen Monday through Friday from South property line (unchanged, but re- 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and improve the existing retail supermarket Sting, Jimmy Page and Les Paul. 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. taining wall to be extended); (vi) § 17.02.C.7 Kathleen A. Nemeth building on Lots 4 and 5, expand the park- Kathleen Nemeth concerning minimum number of off-street Student guitarist and singer Sandy Secretary, Board of Adjustment ing area onto Lots 6 and 7, construct a www.goleader.com Secretary, Board of Adjustment parking spaces (additional parking spaces 1 T - 1/24/13, The Leader Fee: $28.05 retaining wall on the South property line, Cory teamed up with Mr. Doyle through 1 T - 1/24/13, The Leader Fee: $56.10 added, but parking ratio decreases slightly); provide additional landscaping, revise and (vii) 17.03.C.3. concerning parking set- update signage, and make other site im- PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE back of a non-residential use adjacent to a provements. In addition to preliminary and non-residential use, along South property NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION final major site plan approval, Stop & Shop line (improvement over existing); and (viii) DIVISION OF PROCUREMENT, BUREAU OF CONSTRUCTION SERVICES DIVISION OF PROCUREMENT, BUREAU OF CONSTRUCTION SERVICES seeks variances pursuant to N.J.S.A. § 17.04.A. for minimum parking space 1035 PARKWAY AVENUE, PO BOX 600 1035 PARKWAY AVENUE, PO BOX 600 40:55D-70(c) from the following provisions dimensions (existing parking spaces are TRENTON, NEW JERSEY 08625 TRENTON, NEW JERSEY 08625 of the Town of Westfield Land Use Ordi- less than required length, additional park- Notice is hereby given that bid proposals will be received via the Internet until 10:00:59 Notice is hereby given that bid proposals will be received via the Internet until 10:00:59 nance: (i) § 11.26.E.2 to allow minimum ing spaces of same length are proposed). A.M. on 2/14/13, downloaded, and publicly opened and read, from Bidders classified A.M. on 2/12/13, downloaded, and publicly opened and read, from Bidders classified side yard less than required; (ii) § 11.26.E.2 Stop & Shop reserves the right to seek, under N.J.S.A. 27:7-35.1 et seq.; in the CONFERENCE ROOM-A, 1st Floor F & A under N.J.S.A. 27:7-35.1 et seq.; in the CONFERENCE ROOM-A, 1st Floor F & A to allow minimum side yard buffer less than and requests that this Application be Building, New Jersey Department of Transportation, 1035 Parkway Avenue, Trenton, Building, New Jersey Department of Transportation, 1035 Parkway Avenue, Trenton, required; (iii) § 11.26.F.1.b to allow store- deemed amended to include and that the New Jersey 08625; for: New Jersey 08625; for: front facade window area less than re- Board grant, any additional determina- Maintenance Roadway Repair Contract North, Sub-Region N-3, Maintenance Machine Sweeping Contract, North – 2013; Various Locations, quired; (iv) § 12.07.D to allow fence height tions, approvals, variances, waivers or Contract No N308; Route U.S. 1&9 NB & SB, and 24 EB; North Region, Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Morris, Passaic, Sussex, Union & in the side/rear yards (South property line) exceptions as reflected on the filed plans Counties of Hudson, Morris and Union; 100% State; DP No: 12435 Warren Counties; 100% State; DP No: 13409 greater than permitted; (v) § 12.08.C to and materials (as same may be further Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of P.L. 1975, c. 127 N.J.A.C 17:27. Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of P.L. 1975, c. 127 N.J.A.C 17:27. allow retaining wall height (Cowperthwaite amended from time to time without further The awarded bidder must provide a completed Contractor Certification and Disclosure The awarded bidder must provide a completed Contractor Certification and Disclosure Place) greater than permitted; (vi) § 12.08.H notice) and as may be determined to be of Political Contribution Form(s) according to both P.L 2205, C.51 and Executive Order of Political Contribution Form(s) according to both P.L 2205, C.51 and Executive Order to allow retaining wall setback less than necessary during the review and process- No. 117 within fourteen (14) days from the award date. Executive Order No: 117 is No. 117 within fourteen (14) days from the award date. Executive Order No: 117 is required; (vii) § 16.04 to allow a monument ing of the Application. effective on November 15, 2008. Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:32-44, all bidders must be effective on November 15, 2008. Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:32-44, all bidders must be sign where such signs are not permitted; When this case is called, interested par- registered with the New Jersey Department of Treasury, Division of Revenue, Business registered with the New Jersey Department of Treasury, Division of Revenue, Business (viii) § 16.04.E.1.a. to allow two main en- ties may appear, either in person or by Registration, as of the date of bids. The awarded bidder must provide proof of valid Registration, as of the date of bids. The awarded bidder must provide proof of valid trance signs on the East elevation where attorney, and present questions and make business registration within fourteen (14) days from the award date. Pursuant to the business registration within fourteen (14) days from the award date. Pursuant to the only one is permitted; (ix) § 16.04.E.1.b. to statements regarding this Application. The “Public Works Contractor Registration Act”, N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.48 et seq. (P.L. 2003, c. “Public Works Contractor Registration Act”, N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.48 et seq. (P.L. 2003, c. allow height of main entrance wall signs on hearing may be continued without further 91), all bidders must be registered with the New Jersey Department of Labor, Division of 91), all bidders must be registered with the New Jersey Department of Labor, Division of the East elevation greater than permitted; notice on such additional or other dates as Wage and Hour Compliance, at the time of bid. The awarded bidder must provide proof Wage and Hour Compliance, at the time of bid. The awarded bidder must provide proof (x) § 16.04.E.1.d. to allow the vertical di- the Board may determine. The Applica- of PWCR within fourteen (14) days from the award date. of PWCR within fourteen (14) days from the award date. mension of the main entrance wall sign on tion, plans, documents, and other materi- The Department, in accordance with Title VI Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252 The Department, in accordance with Title VI Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252 the East elevation greater than permitted; als will be available for public inspection, at U.S.C., 49 C.F.R., Parts 21 and 23 issued pursuant to such Act, and Section 504 of the U.S.C., 49 C.F.R., Parts 21 and 23 issued pursuant to such Act, and Section 504 of the (xi) § 16.04.E.2.a. to allow number of wall least 10 days prior to the hearing, at the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 will afford minority business enterprises full opportunity to Rehabilitation Act of 1973 will afford minority business enterprises full opportunity to signs on the North elevation greater than Board offices, located in the Westfield submit bids in response to this invitation and will not discriminate against any bidder on submit bids in response to this invitation and will not discriminate against any bidder on permitted; (xii) § 16.04.E.2.b. to allow height Engineering Department, 959 North Av- the grounds of race, color, sex, national origin, or handicap in the project award. the grounds of race, color, sex, national origin, or handicap in the project award. of wall sign on the North elevation greater enue West, Westfield, New Jersey, during Plans, specifications, and bidding information for the proposed work are available at Bid Plans, specifications, and bidding information for the proposed work are available at Bid than permitted; (xiii) § 16.04.E.2.c. to allow regular business hours, which are typically Express website www.bidx.com. 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(BUT NOT OBTAINED) by contracting organizations at our Design Field Offices at the (BUT NOT OBTAINED) by contracting organizations at our Design Field Offices at the than permitted; (xv) § 17.02.C.7 to allow Gibbons P.C. following locations: following locations: minimum number of parking spaces less One Gateway Center 200 Stierli Court One Executive Campus Rt 70 West 200 Stierli Court One Executive Campus Rt 70 West than required; (xvi) § 17.03.C.3 to allow Newark, New Jersey 07102 Mt. Arlington, New Jersey 07856 Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08002 Mt. Arlington, New Jersey 07856 Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08002 parking setback of a non-residential use (973) 596-4500 973-601-6690 856-486-6623 973-601-6690 856-486-6623 adjacent to a residential use less than re- 3 T - 1/24/13, 1/31/13 and 2/7/13, The Leader Fee: $201.96 3 T - 1/24/13, 1/31/13 and 2/7/13, The Leader Fee: $201.96 1 T - 1/24/13, The Leader Fee: $114.24 Page 16 Thursday, January 24, 2013 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION WCW to Hold Youth Poetry, Short Story Contest WESTFIELD — The Woman’s school and title of poem or short Club of Westfield invites all aspir- story must be entered in the top right ing student poets and authors from hand corner of each page. All entries kindergarten through high school are judged on content, organization to enter its 2013 Youth Poetry and and form. Decision of the judges is Short Story Contest. Poetry entries final. may be any style with a minimum Material is to be submitted in du- length of eight lines and a maxi- plicate to Woman’s Club of Westfield, mum of thirty lines. Short stories 314 Orenda Circle, Westfield, N.J. are limited to 2,000 words. Entries 07090, post marked before Saturday, must be typewritten, double spaced, February 9, and must be the original with a minimum of one-inch mar- unpublished work of the author, writ- gins, on one side of 8 and a half-inch ten during the contest year. paper. Authors must be amateurs with A student may enter one short story earnings from writings not to exceed and/or poem. $500 annually. Writers are asked to The author’s name, address, tele- keep a copy of their work as entries phone number, student’s grade and cannot be returned. WELL DONE…This year’s presiding officers from Westfield High School attend GRAZIE…The Junior Kindergarten class from St. Paul’s Day School visit the Model UN Conference in Hershey, Pa. Pictured, left to right, are: Alex Jeffery, Casa di Pizza in Westfield to learn about how a restaurant works. The Elizabeth Griesmer, Geoffrey Ko, Clara Smith, Rob Cassie, Jennifer Mandelblatt, children have a restaurant set up in the classroom where they write up orders, Adele DeLeeuw Scholarship Megan Mulrooney, Aidan Hughes, Benjamin Schwartz, and Isabelle Smelkinson count money, and make pretend pizzas. The staff at Casa di Pizza invited were in charge of running committees of students throughout the weekend of students into their kitchen to swirl sauce and sprinkle cheese. Then, everyone January 4 – 6. enjoyed hot, delicious pizza before heading back to school. Grazie, Casa di Applications Being Accepted Pizza! Ci siamo divertiti! SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD - scripts of college grades with new High school seniors wishing to apply applications. Westfield Students Win Top for Adele DeLeeuw Scholarships This is the eighteenth year the Union Catholic to Host Hall should obtain applications from their scholarships has been offered. To school guidance office. The scholar- date, the Adele DeLeeuw Scholar- Awards At Model Un ships range from $1,000 to $5,000. ship Fund, which is a fund of the WESTFIELD - Westfield High Selected to attend this summer’s Of Fame Induction Dinner The deadline for application submis- Plainfield Foundation, has awarded School students won top awards in Conference on National Affairs, at SCOTCH PLAINS - Union Catho- sion is Wednesday, March 6. more than $994,500. The awards are the Model United Nations confer- which delegates from all 50 states lic High School (UC) has resched- Previous winners already in col- made in accordance with the terms ence held January 4 – 6 in Hershey, participate in a simulation, are: Brian uled its Hall of Fame Induction Din- lege are also eligible to apply. They of a bequest from Ms. DeLeeuw, Pa., which was attended by approxi- Mandel, Ben Schwartz, Megan ner for Saturday, March 9, at 7 p.m. must submit complete official tran- journalist, arts activist and author of mately 50 schools in New Jersey, Mulrooney, Elizabeth Griesmer, Eric All are welcome to attend. 75 books. Delaware, Pennsylvania and Massa- Oberman, Jennifer Mandelblatt, This year’s inductees are as fol- The Plainfield Rotary Scholarship chusetts. The Westfield High School Samantha Gruskin, Aiden Hughes, lows: Foundation, headed by Michael R. delegation – comprised of 140 stu- Rob Cassie, and Connor Swingle. The Educator Award will be pre- Townley, acts as selector for the schol- dents – earned the Premier Delega- “All of our delegates displayed tre- sented to Sister Percylee Hart, RSM. arships. Five area Rotary Clubs as- tion award. mendous skill, knowledge and pas- Sister Percylee has served as Princi- sist in the process. Only students The Outstanding Country Research sion winning commendations as well pal of Union Catholic High School from high schools in Scotch Plains, Paper Award was presented to as awards,” said Daniel Farabaugh, since September of 1980, the year Bucknell Announces Fanwood, Plainfield, North Westfield High School, with the fol- co-advisor with David Della Fera to that the Girls and Boys Schools Plainfield, South Plainfield, Warren, lowing students receiving recogni- the Westfield High School Model UN. merged. Sister has been the catalyst Dean’s List Watchung, and Edison are eligible. tion for their preparatory writing on The club is run in conjunction with for every major advance that the LEWISBURG, Pa. — Bucknell Location of high school, not student’s the International Criminal Court: the Westfield YMCA. The purpose of school has made in the past 32 years. University has released the dean’s residence, is the qualifying factor. Lyndsay Ripperger, Austen Thien, Model UN, according to the organi- The Alumni Award will be pre- list for outstanding academic achieve- The student must also be accepted to Kyra Sagal, Leo Kleinman-Lynch, zation, is to be an educational experi- sented to Jim Venezia, Class of ment during the fall semester of the an accredited college or university. and Maura Heinbokel. ence that helps today’s students be- 1966. Jim is a member of the first 2012-13 academic year. A student Applicants must plan to major in Seven students were named Pre- come tomorrow’s leaders, discover graduating class of Union Catho- must earn a grade point average of one of the following areas of study: mier Diplomat, considered the best their passions, and change the world. lic Boys High School, and returned HALL OF FAME…Sister Percylee 3.5 or higher on a scale of 4.0 to art, poetry, writing, journalism or debaters in their committee: Connor to UC in September of 1970 to Hart, RSM, Principal of Union Catho- receive dean’s list recognition. engineering. They must demonstrate Swingle, Samantha Gruskin, Eric teach and coach. In 1975, he left lic and 2013 Inductee into Union Local students earning the distinc- the scholastic aptitude and interest to Oberman, Alex Breakstone, Eliza- Mountainside PTA to UC to pursue a career in law en- Catholic’s Hall of Fame, delivers Union tion are: pursue study in one of these speci- beth Griesmer, Katie Rembisz, and Host Pancake forcement, and upon retirement, Catholic’s first live-stream Christmas Elizabeth A. Baldwin, Scotch fied areas. They must also prove fi- Charlotte Dreizen. Jim returned to Union Catholic in message in late December 2012. Plains, daughter of Andrew and Diane nancial need. Students named Outstanding First Breakfast September of 2000, and still are consistently celebrated by the Baldwin of Scotch Plains, and a 2012 Interested students should consult Year Delegates included Leo MOUNTAINSIDE — The teaches and advises at UC today. alumni of both the Girls School graduate of Scotch Plains-Fanwood their guidance counselors to obtain Rosenthal, David Gruskin, Vikranth Mountainside PTA will host a Com- The Athletic Award will be pre- and the Boys School, as they have High School. the necessary application form. Ques- Eleswarapu, Astha Dutta, and Maya munity Pancake Breakfast on Satur- sented to Nancy Richardson left a lasting impact on the stu- Kelli M. Bruno, Cranford, daugh- tions may be directed to Johanna Moritz. day, January 26, at the Deerfield Saggio, Class of 1988. As a player dents and families that they served. ter of Paul and Karen Bruno of Salvemini, Scholarship Administra- This year’s presiding officers – School Cafe from 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. in 1986 under Coach Kathy For more information, email Cranford, and a 2009 graduate of tor, at (908) 755-8098. Isabelle Smelkinson, Ben Schwartz, (Snow date Saturday, February 2). Matthews, Nancy was a part of the [email protected] or call Cranford High School. Aidan Hughes, Alex Jeffery, Megan There will be food, fun, music, and beginning of volleyball at Union Kristine Mintel at (908) 889-1600 Lauren E. Buckley, Fanwood, Mulrooney, Geoffrey Ko, and Jenni- prizes! The cost is $5 adult (4 pan- Catholic. Today, as Head Coach, ext. 351. daughter of James and Julie Buckley Roadway fer Mandelblatt - were in charge of cakes, 2 sausages, fruit and bever- Nancy has made the UC volleyball of Fanwood, and a 2011 graduate of running committees of students age); Senior $4 (4 pancakes, 2 sau- program one of the most success- St. Paul’s Day Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School. Construction throughout the weekend. sages, fruit and beverage); smaller ful and well-respected programs Emily S. Budnick, Westfield, Andrew Zale was a recipient of the portion $4 (2 pancakes, 1 sausages, in the state. School Accepting daughter of Lawrence and Karen Improves UCC Youth Secretariat Award and fruit and beverage); or bagel break- The Community Leader Award Budnick of Westfield, and a 2010 Julia Napolitano was chosen to fast $3 (bagel, fruit and beverage). will be presented to Tiffany Wil- graduate of Westfield High School. serve as presiding officer for next Pre-registration is preferred, but tick- son, Class of 90. Since being an Applications Brendan P. Burgdorf, Westfield, Safety year’s conference. ets will be available at the door. involved student at Union Catho- WESTFIELD – St. Paul’s Day son of Betsey Burgdorf of Westfield, CRANFORD — The construction lic, Tiffany has remained an active School is now accepting applica- and Charles Burgdorf of Douglaston, of a new Springfield Avenue entrance member of the UC community, sit- tions for its preschool and full day N.Y., and a 2009 graduate of The and roadway last summer has brought ting on the School Consultative kindergarten program. In order to Pingry School. about a dramatic drop in traffic acci- Board, as well as participating in apply, children must be 2 by Octo- Sarah E. Canfield, Scotch Plains, dents at Union County College, the events such as UC’s College and ber 1, 2013 and/or 3 years old and/or daughter of James and Lynn Canfield College’s Department of Public Career Fair. Tiffany serves as an 4 years old by October 1, 2013. A of Scotch Plains, and a 2010 graduate Safety reported. Assistant Prosecutor in Union non-refundable application fee of of Scotch Plains-Fanwood High According to a report from the Penn State Behrend County and in 2008 was named $65 is required (payable to St. Paul’s School. College’s Department of Public Board Chair of the then newly- Day School) and must be returned Eileen R. Cook, Westfield, daugh- Safety, accidents on the Campus dur- Announces Dean’s List Cornell Announces created Girl Scouts Heart of New along with the completed applica- ter of Kevin and Karen Cook of ing the fall semester decreased by 50 ERIE, Pa. — Laura Ruppel, of Jersey Council. tion in order to be considered for Westfield, and a 2012 graduate of percent. The total number of motor- Cranford, was named to the Dean’s Dean’s List The Parent Award will be pre- placement. Westfield High School. vehicle accidents on the campus List at Penn State Erie, The Behrend ITHACA, N.Y. — The following sented to Bob and Anne Wischusen. Classes will meet two or three Alexander K. DeRose, dropped to 16 in Fall 2012 — half of College, for the fall 2012 semester. local resident has been named to the Anne and Bob have been involved times a week for the two-year-old Mountainside, son of James and the number of “fender benders” that Laura is studying creative writing. Cornell University College of Arts with the UC community for over program. Classes for the three year- Elizabeth DeRose of Mountainside, took place during fall 2011. Students must earn at least a 3.5 and Sciences’ Dean’s List for Fall 25 years, since their children Bob, old classes will meet two, three or and a 2010 graduate of Governor Union County College President grade-point average to be added to Semester 2012: Class of 1989; Christine, Class of five times a week while the four- Livingston High School. Margaret McMenamin views the new the Dean’s List. Justin Lee, a resident of Westfield. 1991; Brian, Class of 1993, and year old program is a five days a Jonathan S. Erman, Westfield, son roadway as a success in three ways. Laura, Class of 1995, first began week program. All morning sessions of Martin and Sheryl Erman of “The construction project improved attending high school. Both have will meet from 8:40 – 11:25 a.m. Westfield, and a 2010 graduate of safety, increased parking capacity, served on the Union Catholic and afternoon sessions will meet Westfield High School. and provided more direct access from School Consultative Board. from 12:20 – 2:45 p.m. The full day Anne K. Oldakowski, Westfield, Springfield Avenue into the heart of A special 50th Anniversary kindergarten program is from 8:40 NJ daughter of Thomas Oldakowski the Campus,” she stated. Legacy Award will also be pre- to 3:45 p.m. and Kathryn McElroy of Westfield, The work completed in August sented this year to the Dominican Applications and additional infor- and a 2012 graduate of Westfield 2012 created a drop-off point that Caldwell College Clemson Reports Sisters of Caldwell and the Marist mation can be obtained on our High School. enabled students to exit from buses Brothers. These administrators and website, www.stpaulsday.org or by Michael J. Pesin, Scotch Plains, NJ and go to class without crossing over Announces Dean’s List Dean’s List faculty members, leading and calling (908) 233-5417. Applications son of Jeffrey Pesin and Janice Baker a road. The new lot configuration CALDWELL — Caldwell College CLEMSON, S.C. — The follow- teaching during UC’s early years, will also be available at the school. of Scotch Plains, and a 2011 graduate also reduced the number of internal recently named 446 students to the ing local residents have been named of Scotch Plains-Fanwood High turns and resulted in a net gain of fall 2012 Dean’s List. In order to to the Dean’s List at Clemson Uni- School. almost 60 parking spots. achieve this honor, students must versity for the fall 2012 semester: Joseph A. Rinaldi, Westfield, son President McMenamin gives credit maintain a cumulative grade point Abigail Flaherty of Westfield, who of Joseph and Christine Rinaldi of to the Facilities Department for over- average of 3.5 or higher and com- is majoring in Marketing and Megan Westfield, and a 2012 graduate of seeing the project and completing the plete at least 12 credits during the Jean Pijanowski of Cranford, who is Westfield High School. work on time and within the budget. semester. majoring in Health Science. Sean P. Wheatley, Cranford, son of She also praised the College’s Public The following students were named To be named to the Dean’s List, a Gregg and Suzanne Wheatley of Safety Department for the officers’ to the Dean’s List: Anthony Guarisco student must achieve a grade-point Cranford, and a 2011 graduate of daily patrols in the lots to direct stu- of Cranford and Stephen Maly of average between 3.50 and 3.99 on a Cranford High School. dents open parking lots and spaces. 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A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, January 24, 2013 Page 17 ‘The Amulet’ — A Christian Thriller by Dean Klein AREA — In 1947 a monumental once responsible for the research and archeological discovery is made near development of new business opportu- the ruins of a previously unknown and nities for operating companies, as well long-extinct Jewish community. An as for corporate clients of Stanford ancient relic is found there. Research Institute in Menlo Park, Ca- Incredibly, it appears not to have lif. aged in the time that has passed. No one Spending his boyhood in Atlanta can explain it, not even the Israeli An- and later, in Westfield, Mr. Klein holds tiquities Authority. But even more as- degrees in chemistry, biology and mar- tounding is the fact that the relic exhib- keting. Personal interests beyond writ- its supernatural properties. ing include baseball, the South Seas, Years later, in the United States, a British sports cars, exotic plants, run- young doctor begins to experience ning 5Ks and chasing his wire-hair fox nightmares that ultimately compel him terrier. to go to Jerusalem for a reason he does “The Amulet,” and Mr. Klein’s other not know. It is there he comes into novels are available on Kindle, NOOK contact with the relic and, in doing so, and in soft cover from Amazon.com. learns of an impossible destiny set for EXPANDING HORSE KNOWLEDGE...The Watchung Stables in Mountainside him 2,000 years ago. will offer “Kiddie Clinics” on three Saturday mornings for children ages 3 Soon the world and the Vatican be- Seaside Park through 8 to expand their knowledge of horses. “Beyond Just Riding” is a series gin to grow afraid - for what is happen- of five winter classes being offered for participants ages 9 through adult on ENGLISH IVY…Floral Designer Lisa Golemme, the florist at The Westwood in ing is outside any scripture known to Benefit Set for Sunday mornings. Garwood and owner of English Ivy Floral Design, led a flower-arranging program recently for the members of the Woman’s Club of Westfield (WCW). man. People begin to believe the end is Shown in this photo from left are: Jean Murphy, WCW Program Chairman and approaching. Fear and chaos result. February 8 Ms. Golemme. Lisa adds her special creative touch by adding a bit of English ivy Churches, synagogues and mosques CLARK – Funtown Peers will host ‘Beyond Just Riding,’ ‘Kiddie to every design. are jammed with frightened worship- a benefit on Friday, February 8, to aid ers. Even the Vatican, now on the edge the community of Seaside Park, one WCW Experiments in Floral Design of collapse, is helpless to understand of the Jersey Shore communities hit Clinics’ at Watchung Stable events not seen or heard of since the hard by Superstorm Sandy. The event MOUNTAINSIDE – “Beyond sion will last 90 minutes and will WESTFIELD – Floral Designer light and interest of the members. time of Christ. Lisa Golemme, the florist at The The arrangements were in turn will be held at The Gran Centurions, Just Riding” is a series of five win- focus on one of a variety of horse Upon the stunning – heart-pounding 440 Madison Hill Road, Clark, from ter classes being offered for partici- and horsemanship topics. Partici- Westwood in Garwood and owner raffled off with the proceeds going – conclusion of “The Amulet,” when of English Ivy Floral Design, led a to the WCW Bridges program, the 7 to 11 p.m. Tickets are $60 and pants ages nine through adult on pants, ages nine through adult, are the world is on the verge of panic, the include admission, food, drinks (beer, Sundays at Watchung Stable in invited to register for as many flower-arranging program recently aim of which is to feed the hungry. light of the world touches the world for the members of the Woman’s wine, soda), and live music from The Mountainside. Sponsored by the classes as they would like. All riding again. Rick Cantor Band. Union County Board of Chosen levels are welcome. The sessions Club of Westfield (WCW). “The Amulet” is a high-concept story Using a variety of flowers and See it all on the Web! In addition, there will be a tricky Freeholders and the Union County will be held in the barn or the lec- that brings back the world to what it tray with prizes such as an exclusive Department of Parks and Commu- ture area of the stable. The cost is greenery, Lisa created six spectacu- www.goleader.com was centuries ago. The novel has al- lar arrangements much to the de- backstage tour of the Today Show; a nity Renewal, the classes will be on $20 per person for each 90-minute ready received a strong expression of Knicks “Superpackage” which in- Sunday mornings from January 27 class. interest from 20th Century Fox as a cludes tickets to a 2013 game and through February 24. The winter “Beyond Just Riding” potential movie project. signed items from stars Carmelo “Kiddie Clinics” will be offered classes are being offered as fol- POPCORN Author Dean Klein, Westfield High Anthony, Amare Stoudemire and on three Saturday mornings for chil- lows: School Class of 1967, is a former tech- Tyson Chandler; a meet and greet dren ages 3 through 8 to expand January 27 - 10 to 11:30 a.m. Zero Dark Thirty nical industrial marketing executive with WWE Hall of Famers and former their knowledge of horses. These Grooming and Tacking Up; Febru- Town Book Store to stars courtesy of specialized non-riding mini-clinics ary 3 - 10 to 11:30 a.m. Behavior of Like Clockwork Legendsofthering.com and much, will be on three Saturdays: January Horses; February 10 - 10 to 11:30 4 popcorns Host Author Naomi much more! 26, February 2 and February 9. a.m. Basic Tack and Care of Tack; One Popcorn, Poor — Two Popcorns, Fair — Three Popcorns, Good — Four Popcorns, Excellent The event is being run by “Funtown Each “Beyond Just Riding” ses- February 17 - 10 to 11:30 a.m. Ad- Desiderio Peers: Friends of Seaside Park” vanced Grooming; February 24 - WESTFIELD - The Town Book (501(c)(3) application pending). All 10 to 11:30 a.m. What It Takes to By MICHAEL S. GOLDBERGER the CIA agent referred to here only as Store will be hosting Naomi Desiderio, proceeds will assist the residents and Own a Horse. Film Critic WHS to Host Maya, except that she evinces many author of “Reunion” on Saturday, Janu- local businesses effected by The Saturday morning “Kiddie I figured it would be tense and of the personality earmarks mystery ary 26, from 11 to 1 p.m. Superstorm Sandy. This is the only Clinics” for children ages 3 through exciting. I knew Mark Boal’s grip- writers love to imbue their protago- Mary Ann Connor Carlino, the hero- event specifically for Seaside Park Hurricane Benefit 8 are one-hour sessions designed to ping screenplay, based on actual, first- nists with. She is a loner, exhibiting ine of Ms. Desiderio’s first novel, “Hell (not Seaside Heights). For further introduce youngsters to the hand accounts, would be informa- an economy of lifestyle bereft of all at Sea,” is invited to the reunion of the information, visit ssp.2013.com. Concert Watchung Stable and the world of tive. But what I didn’t count on was superfluousness, as if machine-honed German U-115, the enemy submarine To purchase tickets, make a dona- WESTFIELD – On Friday, Janu- horses. Each of the three clinics is how eerily haunting director Kathryn specifically for the mission that is her on which she sailed as a prisoner in tion or more information, email ary 25, Westfield High School (WHS) offered on the three Saturdays. “Just Bigelow’s Zero Dark Thirty, about obsession. 1942. Together she and her grandson ssp2013@aol or call (908) 577-6232. in will be host a benefit concert to the Two of Us” grooming sessions the hunt for and eventual assassina- Adding a notion of humanness to Philip, age 12, fly to Hamburg, West Any school or student organization raise money for Hurricane Sandy re- are included so a parent and child tion of al-Qaeda terrorist leader the proceedings as well as a glimpse Germany to meet with the former crew interested in supporting this charity lief efforts at the Jersey Shore. The can participate together. The clin- Osama bin Laden, would be. into the inner sociology of things and their commander, Herbert Ketter, a may contact Greg Gagliardi, Student concert is being organized by a team ics will be held in the barn or the Focusing on the heretofore un- CIA is Jennifer Ehle as Jessica, a retired Admiral from NATO. Fundraising Coordinator, at the email of faculty, staff and students from the lecture area of the stable. The cost sung heroine of the true saga, a fe- senior agent who suggests the appeal Learn of the privations and triumphs address and phone number listed high school. is $10 per person for each one-hour male CIA agent known to us only as of friendship to the younger fire- of vanquished warriors, including Mary above. The four bands that will be playing clinic. Maya, the time spent rummaging brand. While mildly receptive, Maya Ann’s personal response to post-war are: The Flying Dogs of Jupiter, Each of the Kiddie Clinics will through the modus operandi of evil nonetheless isn’t above criticizing that situations. Musical Club of Hammond, The Static Jacks and Tran- be offered on January 26, February takes a toll. The sheer horror of what many of her older colleagues’ meth- Naomi C. Desiderio grew up in sit Radio. All the bands have roots in 2 and February 9 at the following befell us on 9/11 is relived, and the ods are just so Cold War. Blairsville, Pennsylvania and gradu- Westfield Announces Westfield. times: 9 to 10 a.m. – Mini-Groom- need for retribution is dramatically Also effective in establishing the ated from Seton Hill College and Indi- Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 ing: for children ages 6-8; 10 to 11 examined. It is time spent in ugly but mood and aura of the narrative is ana University of Pennsylvania with a Auditions for students, including middle and a.m. – Colorful World of Horses: sorrowfully necessary circumstances. Jason Clarke as Dan, the agent under BA and MA in English. Later, when WESTFIELD – Auditions for high school. All proceeds will go children ages 6-8 learn about dif- Even if you rethought things con- whose wing Maya first learns her she was married with three children, membership in the Musical Club of towards relief efforts as well as the ferent breeds; 11 a.m. to noon – siderably in the flower power 1960s field craft. Controversial in that he’s Naomi wrote her novels, “Hell at Sea” Westfield are set for Wednesday, Feb- Westfield High School Helping Just the Two of Us: mini-grooming after originally growing up on John a proponent of waterboarding and and “Reunion” early in the morning ruary 6, at 10:30 a.m. at 1168 Pros- Hands Fund. Tickets can be purchased for children ages 3-5 with a parent. Wayne shooting his way to democ- other interrogative methods that soon while surviving neuroendocrine can- pect Street, Westfield. at the door or in the main office of Space is limited for the “Beyond racy at every historic opportunity, it come under congressional scrutiny, cer. Founded in 1915, the club is de- WHS. Just Riding” classes and the “Kiddie can’t be escaped. It’s that patriotic he smartly personifies the inherent Meet Naomi Desiderio at The Town voted to fostering and encouraging Donations can be made out to WHS Clinics” and in-person pre-regis- tingle when first we’re shown the conundrum of his occupation. Book Store located at 270 East Broad music, providing performance op- with “Relief Efforts” on the memo tration is required at Watchung specially modified Blackhawk heli- Exemplifying the business and red Street in Westfield (corner of East Broad portunities and supporting college line. Mailed donations can be sent to Stable, located at 1160 Summit copters that will carry Navy SEAL tape end of things, that necessary and Elmer Streets). If you are unable to music scholarships. Westfield High School, c/o Lori Lane in Mountainside. For further Team Six to their date with destiny. contingent behind the selfless hero- attend this event, feel free to call The For more information and to sched- Scicolone, 550 Dorian Road information, call the Watchung We’re reminded how thin the buffer ism, Kyle Chandler is Joseph Brad- Town Book Store at (908) 233-3535 to ule an audition contact Evelyn Bleeke Westfield, NJ, 07090. Stable office at (908) 789-3665 or that protects us is, and how great is ley, the top official in Pakistan. And, reserve an autographed copy of “Re- at [email protected] or Merrilyn Visit whsbenefit.weebly.com for e-mail your question to the resolve to destroy all things Ameri- giving a piercing look into the enemy union,” Crane at [email protected]. more information. [email protected]. can, whether because of religious camp, Reda Kateb is torturingly cred- belief, jealousy, class warfare or an ible as Anwar, the stereotypical de- College Club to Present aberrant combination thereof. It is tainee. The faint of heart will want to impressed by one CIA boss who, skip his searing inquisition. ‘Sex in the Garden’ angry at the lack of progress, screams, An important film marking FANWOOD - The College Club “There’s no secret cell also working America’s resolve in the war against of Fanwood-Scotch Plains will on this. We’re it!” terror, and hopefully the turning point present the program “Sex in the That sends a shiver. But it’s the in the defeat of that cowardly scourge, Garden” on Monday, January 28, at stone cold determination evoked by director Bigelow’s pedigreed account the Chelsea, 295 South Avenue, agent Maya, depicted with steely eyed raises the bar on what we expect from Fanwood. intensity by Jessica Chastain, that historical drama. We don’t cheer at Holly Hoffman, Director of best personifies the fire required to the end, but rather, muse how Zero Trailside Museum, will acquaint fight the fire. We see it after her Dark Thirty is proof there is a time for those in attendance with the local arrival at a black site in Pakistan everything. flora and fauna of the area. Ms. when she witnesses her first interro- … Hoffman will also discuss the mat- gation. While nary a wince from her, Zero Dark Thirty, rated R, is a ing habits of small mammals. we mull the use of torture. Columbia Pictures release directed Refreshments will be served at Expect no political correctness. by Kathryn Bigelow and stars Jessica 7:30 and the program will begin at There’s no trying to show the Chastain, Jason Clarke and Jennifer 7:45 p.m. The public is welcome to evildoer’s side of things. Consider- Ehle. Running time: 157 minutes attend this scintillating program. ing the 9/11 prologue, it’d be an in- sult. This is a war movie about the new kind of war and what it takes to win it. And, save for a few moments Choral Art Society to where it can’t be helped, there is no great show of pride in doing what we must to protect our way of life. Present Winter Concert Oh, but of course, like Jell-O, WESTFIELD — The Choral Art there’s always room for politics, from Society of New Jersey will present its way up top right down to the field annual Winter Concert on Saturday, operatives. Convincing performances January 26, at 8 p.m., at The Presby- by good and bad guys alike, com- terian Church in Westfield, located at bined with a decrepit, third world the corner of Mountain Avenue and atmosphere that makes you thank East Broad Street. your lucky stars you live in the good This concert marks a special sea- old U.S. of A., powerfully establish son for the Choral Art Society; not the sociopolitical landscape. only is the group’s new Music Direc- Though injecting an artistic flour- tor, Martin Sedek, conducting the ish here and there, Ms. Bigelow ensemble in performance for the first achieves a compelling integrity by time, but the program consists of steering clear of the clichés generally works the group has never before employed in most action yarns. Sadly, presented in its 50 year history. these facts need no dramatic embel- The Choral Art Society will present lishment, and by relating them so the North Jersey premiere of the astutely, she fashions a nearly three- program’s centerpiece, Bob Chilcott’s Martin Sedek hour film that won’t have viewers “Requiem,” a new setting of this mass checking their watches. for chorus, two soloists, and orches- in 2010, will be juxtaposed with We remain in awe as the director tra. Mozart’s “Missa Brevis in C” (Spar- essentially ferries us through an ar- The soloists are Valerie Bernhardt, row Mass), offering the listener the duously detailed Sherlock Holmes soprano and Alex Wang, tenor. Ms. chance to hear treatments of two simi- sleuther rife with blind alleys, false Bernhardt has sung at Carnegie Hall lar sacred texts by master composers starts, painstaking investigation and with the St. Cecilia Chorus and Or- more than two centuries apart. The undaunted dedication. The search for chestra, the Pittsburgh Opera and been Choral Art Society Orchestra will a needle hidden in a haystack that on the roster at the Metropolitan accompany the chorus. ostensibly encompasses the whole Opera in New York and Mr. Wang has Admission is $20, $15 for seniors wide world hammers home the sung at Radio City Music Hall and and students, at the door. For infor- aloneness of America’s mission. Alice Tully Hall in Manhattan. mation call (908) 654-5737 or visit We won’t learn very much about This new masterpiece, premiered casofnj.org. Page 18 Thursday, January 24, 2013 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION

SPFHS Repertory Theatre to Present The Wedding Singer SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD – Joanne Sprague, Repertory Get ready to go back to a time when Theatre’s costume designer for the hair was big, greed was good, and past several years returns, as does collars were up as Scotch Plains- veteran choreographer Gisa DiIorio. Fanwood High School’s Repertory Durand Thomas is once again the “Circus Parade,” left, and “Circus Finale” by Theodosia Tamborlane Theatre stages The Wedding Singer pit band director. in March. Performances will be held on Fri- It’s 1985 and rock-star wannabe day, March 8, at 8 p.m.; Saturday, Tamborlane’s Paintings Robbie Hart is New Jersey’s favorite March 9, at 8 p.m.; Sunday, March wedding singer, until his own fiancée 10, at 2 p.m.; Thursday, March 14, leaves him at the altar. Shot through at 7 p.m.; Friday, March 15, at 8 In ‘State Of The Art 2013’ the heart, Robbie makes every wed- p.m. and Saturday, March 16, at 8 MONTCLAIR - Cranford Artist Library and at Madeline Moss Interi- ding as disastrous as his own. Enter p.m. All take place at the Manya REFLECTION ON LOVE...Bobby, played by Matthew Rae, reflects on love, life Theodosia A. G. Tamborlane’s two ors. The Circus theme is bright in color Julia, a winsome waitress who is Ungar Memorial Auditorium at and marriage on his 35th birthday in Main Street Theatre Company’s presen- paintings “Circus Parade” and “Circus and vibrant with multiple movement in about to be married to a Wall Street Scotch Plains-Fanwood High tation of Company, which opens Friday, February 1. For tickets, visit smstc.org. Finale” have been chosen by Juror recognition of the fun and excitement shark. Unless Robbie can pull off the School, 667 Westfield Road, Scotch Patterson Sims, former Director of the that circuses bring to children and adults performance of a decade, the girl of Plains. Montclair Art Museum, for the “State all over the world. his dreams will be gone forever. To reserve tickets, email Main Street Theatre Company of the Art 2013” exhibition at the Acad- Currently, Ms. Tamborlane The Wedding Singer is based on [email protected] or call Randi emy Square Gallery. also has a solo exhibition of eighteen of the hit movie starring Adam Sandler Traiman at (908) 322-6533. Prices The exhibition by artists who are her paintings, “Ideas in Abstraction,” at and Drew Barrymore, with music by are $15 for adults, $10 for students To Perform Company members of the Studio Montclair As- Squire Saunders at Rockefeller Center Westfield native Matthew Sklar. and $10 for seniors (age 60 and up. PARLIN - Main Street Theatre ruary 1, at 8 p.m., with performances sociation opened yesterday, January in New York City, N.Y. This exhibition Director Matthew Capodicasa is Senior “Gold Cards” may be used Company in Parlin, will present on February 1, 2, 8, 9 15 and 16 at 23, and will run through Monday, April will run until May 15, and is open back for the third year-in-a row, fol- for Thursday night performance Company, the award-winning mu- 8 p.m. There will also be two Sun- 22. Mondays through Fridays from 9 a.m. lowing last year’s production of Any- only). sical by Stephen Sondheim and day matinees at 2 p.m. on Sundays, The gallery, located at 33 Plymouth to 5 p.m. by appointment only. Contact thing Goes and 2011’s Hairspray. Please include desired perfor- George Furth. February 3 and 10. The theatre is Street, Montclair is open from 7 a.m. to Ms. Tamborlane by email at Matt graduated SPFHS in 2005, hav- mance dates, number and type of Come meet Bobby (played by located at 3018 Bordentown Av- 7 p.m. Monday through Fridays and [email protected] or call ing starred in Repertory Theatre pro- tickets and total amount due when Matthew Rae of Totowa) on his enue in Parlin. there is a public reception on Friday, (908)276-4967 to make an appoint- ductions for all four years of his emailing. Payment may be mailed 35th birthday as he reflects on love, For more details, please visit the January 25, from 7 to 9 p.m. ment. Ms. Tamborlane also welcomes high school career. He graduated to Randi Traiman at 2099 Westfield life and marriage. Pressured by his website for Main Street Theatre Ms. Tamborlane’s paintings are part studio visits in Cranford and accepts NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts in Avenue, Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 friends to settle down, Bobby is Company at smstc.org. of her series “The Circus” which she commissions. 2009 with a BFA in Drama. with ticket order, or made at the both envious and doubtful of the created in 2012 and has been previ- To see more of Ms. Tamborlane’s Jan Allen, choral director at the time of ticket pickup. joys of marriage. Follow Bobby on Temple Sholom to Host ously shown at the Westfield Memorial work, visit Tamborlane.com. high school is back as producer/ Tickets may be picked up in the his search for happiness, as he leaves music director. auditorium lobby of Scotch Plains- a string of girlfriends confounded Comedy Night Fanwood High School, 667 Westfield and confused. FANWOOD - Come on out for a Continuo Arts Road, Scotch Plains, on Mondays Bobby’s girlfriends, April, Kathy fabulous night of comedy at Temple Announces Programs and Wednesdays from 7 to 8 p.m. and Marta, are played by Shona Sholom of Fanwood/Scotch Plains beginning Monday, February 11. Roebuck of Maplewood, Dawn on Saturday, February 2, from 7 to WESTFIELD - The Continuo Arts Tickets must be picked up on a Mon- Gaylardo of Atlantic Highlands, and 9 p.m. featuring Linda Belt with Foundation recently announced its day or Wednesday evening prior to Jessica Alcid of Colonia. The five Adam Oliensis. Proceeds will ben- winter/spring programs. the performance date. married couples are played by: Patsy efit Temple Sholom and its numer- The intergenerational choral pro- Palma of Parlin and Laura Herr of ous community, educational and re- gram includes a Children’s Chorus Ahrre’s Coffee Fair Haven (Harry and Sarah); Mark ligious programs. (ages 6-13); The Chanticleers (inter- Roastery to Host Schumacher of Middletown and Su- Tickets are just $25 each in ad- mediate girls); The Continuo Arts san Zuckerman of Monroe (Peter vance, $30 at the door. Doors open Singers (advanced girls); The CoffeeFest and Susan); Mark Bracken of at 7:30 p.m. Refreshments will be Continuos (boys 14-18); the Civic Keyport and Jessica Mennella of available. Reservations are recom- Chorale for adult singers, and its new- WESTFIELD – Ahrre’s Coffee Roastery will celebrate its 23rd An- Monroe (David and Jenny); A.J. mended, as seating is limited. est program, Seniors Sing!, a light- Meeker of Woodbridge and Ami To reserve tickets or for more hearted free choral program for se- niversary (21 years in Westfield) on Sunday, February 10. Martino of Cranford (Paul and information email nior citizens. Amy); and Joe Sherbin of West [email protected] or call the For an audition, new singers should The community is invited to Ahrre’s annual CoffeeFest Sunday, February Windsor and Linda Correll of Temple office at (908)889-4900. call (908) 264-5324. No auditions Winfield (Larry and Joanne). The Temple Sholom is located in the are required for existing members or 10 through Friday, February 15, when CHRISTMAS TIME…The Continuo Arts Symphonic Chorus performs “Christ- coffee will be free – all day, all week show is directed by Brian Remo of Fanwood Presbyterian Church at mas Time in the City,” at The Westfield Presbyterian Church in Westfield, Seniors Sing! For more information North Plainfield and produced by the corner of Martine and LaGrande conducted by Dr. Candace Wicke. visit continuoarts.com. – one per customer as often as every 30 minutes! Vince Tinebra of Holmdel, with Avenues in Fanwood. The stage is Ahrre’s Coffee Roastery is located musical direction by Bruce De La around the corner off Marian Av- at 104 Elm Street, Westfield, near the Cruz of North Brunswick. enue. Please enter through the door intersection of East Broad Street. Company opens on Friday, Feb- on Marian marked Temple Sholom.

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getinshapeforwomen.com Career and Franchise Opportunities Available Page S-1 Thursday, January 24, 2013 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary TUFARO WINS HWT, BULGER WINS 182-LBS; C. BARBER, ARNOLD, MURRAY, WEISS TAKE 2ND Blue Devils 3rd, Cougars 4th, SPF 6th at UCT Mat Tourney By DAVID B. CORBIN 8-4, in a dual meet. can get off bottom, you can win,” confident that I could beat him, him even more and I was lucky Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times “I felt he knew I was coming Bulger said. and I did,” Bulger said. enough to get the pin at the Roselle Park (RP) produced more. He knew what to expect, Just the day before in a dual Blue Devil Nick Arnold recorded end,” explained Arnold, who three individual champions and so it was a little harder than meet at Governor Livingston, a 5-2 decision over Saverio added, “It’s great to get in the climbed to the top rung to claim Wednesday when I wrestled him. Bulger bumped up to the 195-lb Salfcas then advanced to the 195- finals, go out there and try to the team title at the Union County I think your feet is the most class and defeated Shane lb finals with a 3:59 fall over help us get number one.” Wrestling Tournament (UCT) in important position. If you can Haddad, 5-2. Just after Bulger’s Cougar Rob Kessler, who earlier Arnold faced Haddad in the fi- Union on January 19. The Pan- take someone down, and you title bout, Haddad won the UCT pinned Andrew Lameria (J) in 31 nals and fell victim to a cradle in thers finished with a 172.5 total 5:29. to end the Brearley Bear’s UCT Raider heavyweight Anthony winning streak at seven. Story on page 9 Tufaro took care of business with a 4:32 fall over Kyle Brookens The Bears (B) claimed three of The Westfield Leader individual champions and finished (P) in the semifinals. second with 149.5 points. “I have been working in prac- Westfield (W) took third at 139.5 tice to take quicker moves. I had and had one individual champ. to be quicker, so I went in for my Cranford placed fourth at 119, shot. Once I got his leg, he wasn’t Governor Livingston (G) with getting away from me. I decided three individual champs took fifth I was going to work the bar arm. at 114.5 and Scotch Plains- I was cranking it, cranking it. He Fanwood (SP) finished sixth at wasn’t doing much, so I took him 99 and claimed one individual to his back,” Tufaro explained. champ. In his previous bout, Tufaro The New Providence (N) Pio- had to play it cagy in a 2-1 neers sent four into the finals victory over Blue Devil Kyle Kania, and finished seventh at 97. A.L. who has been deadly with his Johnson (J) claimed two champs, Japanese whizzer. had the UC Coach of the Year “I knew he was going to hit it on (Rick Ortega) and finished eighth me. He hit it the past three times at 90. Rahway (R) took ninth at that we wrestled, so I have been 87, followed by Elizabeth (E) at practicing how to know when it’s 73, Union (U) at 65, Linden (L) at coming. When he hit it, I pulled 53, Plainfield (P) at 50 and the my hip into him. He landed on his Summit (S) Hilltoppers, who knees. I took control,” Tufaro claimed one champ, at 47. said. Blue Devil Brian Bulger ex- In the title bout, Tufaro had his tended his record to 20-0 when own takedown clinic, which in- he put on a takedown clinic to cluded a slick snap down and a defeat Bear Jeff Velez, 10-3, for shin pick to go with some double- the 182-lb title. Just three days leg takedowns, against Kris Lewis earlier, Bulger defeated Velez, (U) to grab a 12-4, majority decision for his 93rd career win. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times “My coach has been yelling at Probitas Verus Honos ENTANGLED IN A WILD TITLE BOUT…Cranford Cougar Gavin Murray, top, attempts to wiggle around Highlander me all week in the room that I Ryan Hoy in the 132-lb championship bout. Hoy hung on to win a 9-8 thriller. had to start getting takedowns. I was taking down my coach in practice, and I never hit them in See & Subscribe at title at 195-lbs. seconds. Kessler finished third a real match. He was extremely BallyhooBallyhoo goleader.com/ballyhoo “I asked my coach to bump me with a 1:49 fall over Evaristo upset with me, so I had to please up. I wanted a good match. I was Diaz (E). him. I have a lot better mat Submit commentary and items for publishing. “I was able to get my pancake sense. I wrestled during football. Email to [email protected] l'ennemi du journaliste on him in the first period. Then after that, I was on top and turned CONTINUED ON PAGE 2 Page S-2 Thursday, January 24, 2013 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary 182-lbs – Blue Devil Brian Bulger 220-lbs – Cougar Jeff Weiss Bear Jeff Velez Johnson Crusader Ed Olenick

Blue Devils Finish Third, Cougars Place Fourth, Raiders Take Sixth at UCT Wrestling

Sometimes, I stay after in prac- feel of the mat. It’s my senior Hopefully, I get down to AC and 9-8. He also won the OW (lower advance to the 220-lb finals. tice and wrestle more to get the year. I got to go out with a bang. make a bigger impact than I did weights). “He’s very strong. He kept try- last year,” Tufaro said. “He went for it. I couldn’t de- ing to go to a half, while I was Blue Devil Colin Barber fend it and that was the match. I standing up, so I knew if stood up recorded a 3:40 pin over had to play catch up, but I didn’t and backed out, he would slide Brandon Paris (U) then have enough time. I definitely off. He slipped. He started to go edged Justin Becker (R), got to be a little more cautious on down, and I tossed him over,” 3-1, to reach the 160-lb top. I was a little sloppy. Next Weiss explained. finals to have another time, I will know better. I will see Weiss faced another hardnosed showdown with Bear John him at regions. Hopefully, I will football player in AJ Iarussi (S) Balboni, ranked third in get my payback,” Murray said. for the title. Iarussi used a the state. Balboni won, In the other 132-lb semi, Blue hammerlock and a boxed arm 6-1, and was named Out- Devil Matt Barber, who had just bar to pin Weiss in 2:24. standing Wrestler (upper defeated Hoy, 7-2, the night be- Blue Devil Nick Velez recorded weights). Cougar Jimmy fore in a dual meet, got stuck in a 5-0 decision over Bob Vail (RP) Dwyer placed fourth. a 4:20 fall. Barber recovered to to advance to the 138-lb semis Cougar Gavin Murray, defeat Lapham, 3-1, in overtime where he recorded a pair of after recording a pin in for third place. takedowns to grab a 4-1 lead 2:53, had a battle with Cougar Jeff Weiss, after re- over John Coler (J), but Coler Raider Brian Lapham in cording a 1:03 fall over Blue answered to earn a 6-4 decision the 132-lb semis but pre- Devil Cotter Spurlock, pulled a then won the title with a 9-5 win vailed, 5-4. But an even quick reversal and caught Ed over Dan Kourakas (N). Velez bigger battle came in his Olenick (J) in 3:25 in a battle of took third with a 4:26 fall over title bout with Ryan Hoy hardnosed football players to Joe Lugas (P). (G) who got an early lead Cougar Niko Cappello defeated 195-lbs – Blue Devil Nick Arnold with a five-point Peterson Raider Dein Rice, 4-1, for third at roll. Murray battled back, Probitas Verus Honos 145-lbs. Earlier Rice defeated Cougar Rob Kessler but Hoy held on to win, CONTINUED ON PAGE 3 Page S-3 Thursday, January 24, 2013 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary 132-lbs – Raider Brian Lapham 160-lbs – Blue Devil Colin Barber Cougar Gavin Murray Brearley Bear John Balboni

* UCT Wrestling – Continued *

Blue Devil Nick Rotondo, 5-2. 3:43 fall over Carmine Boccellari Rotondo recorded a 1:32 pin to (N). Jon Mele (G) won the 120-lb place fifth. Panther Pete Hilburn crown with a 12-0, majority de- won the 145-lb title with a 3-0 cision over Nick Tekula (L). decision over Dan Smith (N). Charlie Hudak pinned Isaac Cougar Corey Markovich placed Valentin (R) in 4:25 for the 126- third at 170-lbs with a 4-0 win lb crown. over Joe Ciarocca (N). Raider BOUT SEQUENCE: Matt Ridge took fifth with a 1:26 138: — Coler (J) d Kourakas (N), 9-5 fall over Dan Syzdek (U). Joey 145: — Hilburn (RP) d Smith (N), 3-0 Balboni (B) won the title with a 152: — Matthews (RP) p Bazan (E), 3:55 22-7, 4:33 tech fall over Phil 160: — Balboni (B) d Barber (W), 6-1 Woods (RP). 170: — Balboni (B) tf Woods (RP), 22-7, Blue Devil Nick Kalimtzis placed 4:33 fourth at 106-lbs. Hugo Parraga 182: — Bulger (W) d Velez, 10-3 195: — Haddad (G) p Arnold (W), 5:29 (RP) won the title with a 7-6 220: — Iarussi (S) p Weiss (C), 2:24 decision over Tyler Gazaway (N). Hwt: — Tufaro (SP) md Lewis (U), 12-4 Cougar Corey Birch placed fourth 106: — Parraga (RP) d Gazoway (N), 7-6 at 152-lbs and Raider Dom Pigna 113: — DeMarco (B) p Boccellari (N) placed fifth. Brian Matthews (RP) 3:43 won the title with a 3:55 fall over 120: — Mele (G) md Tekula (L), 12-0 Jonniel Bazan (E). 126: — Hudak (J) p Valentin (R), 4:25 Raider JT Beirne defeated Blue 132: — Hoy (G) d Murray (C), 9-8 Devil John Fuller, 4-2, in over- 160-lbs – Couger Jimmy Dwyer time for fifth at 113-lbs. Nick Probitas Verus Honos DeMarco (B) won the title with a RP Panther Steve Loevsky Page S-4 Thursday, January 24, 2013 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

106-lbs – Blue Devil Nick Kalimtzis 145-lbs – Blue Devil Nick Rotondo RP Panther Hugo Parraga SPF Raider Dein Rice

Blue Devils Finish Third, Cougars Place Fourth, Raiders Take Sixth at UCT Wrestling

132-lbs – Blue Devil Matt Barber 138-lbs – Blue Devil Nick Velez Highlander Ryan Hoy ALJ Crusader John Coler Page S-5 Thursday, January 24, 2013 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary McCOY SCORES 15 POINTS, GETS 5 STEALS, 7 REBOUNDS, 3 BLOCKS; McGOVERN 11 POINTS Lady Cougars Creep Past GL Highlander Cagers, 35-33 By DAVID B. CORBIN close I was. I was conceding it felt really good,” McCoy said. hitting 9-for-11 in the second half, the gym wall. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times that I could actually get it. Then Drama played out again against while the Highlanders sank only “I always dreamed about it. Senior Jess McCoy had no let- Friday night, I was more relaxed, the 10-3 Highlanders. With 1:10 two of seven down the stretch. The first day I came to the high down after she sank her 1,000th because it was only 10 points. I remaining and the score knot- The third quarter began with school to practice with the team, career point in a game against was proud I did get them,” McCoy ted, 33-33, McCoy went to the McGovern hitting both of her free I looked right up at it. But it was Scotch Plains-Fanwood (SPF) on said a few days prior to the GL line and sank both free throws. throws and Goeller following with not at the forefront of my mind. Friday, January 11, when she game. With 21 seconds left, she added three of four tosses. The 10-3 It wasn’t that I had to score. It bucketed 15 points, including the In her game against SPF, she a steal and was fouled, but missed Cougars won the quarter, 14-13, was that it would be nice to get. final two points to lead the got her 1,000th point in dramatic the free throw. Then with :01.3 then added the first two points of I am going to get my points, but Cranford High School girls bas- fashion when she banged a 3- left, she blocked a Highlander the fourth quarter when Goeller winning was more important. It ketball team to a 35-33 victory pointer at the buzzer to end the shot to seal the victory. assisted McGovern on a lay-up. was in the background but never over Governor Livingston (GL) in first quarter. McCoy finished the game with Within the next six minutes, GL everything,” McCoy said. Cranford on January 17. “I knew at the end of the quar- five steals, seven rebounds, a had their woes at the line. Next on the list will be the “Thursday, we had a game ter, we were down, and that tipped pass that led to a steal “Normally we are not the stron- scramble for the Union County against Union, so I was 24 points three was there. My threes were and two blocked shots. Forward gest foul shooters, but we really Tournament title. away from 1,000. I realized how on. I was 3-for-3 at that time. I Kaitlin McGovern scored 11 pulled through, and we got into a “Everything is really kind of didn’t actually know that it was points, including 5-for-6 from the lot of foul trouble, but they mixed. There is no definitive top my 1,000th point, but I felt good line, and added three rebounds weren’t converting, so it worked team, but I want to win counties, Probitas Verus Honos about the shot, so I took it. It and a blocked shot. Jenna Goeller out,” McCoy said. and I want to win from here on went in and the quarter ended. I had four points, three assists With her 1,000-point achieve- out. Hopefully, we will do that,” and two rebounds. Kerry ment behind her, McCoy’s name McCoy said. Wischusen had two points, three will be added to the short list of Gov. Livingston 9 5 13 6 33 steals, three rebounds and a names included on the banner on Cranford 7 6 14 8 35 blocked shot. Carly Maucione had three points, two blocks, a tip and two rebounds. Story on page 13 Seniors Mallory George, Erin Ferguson and point guard Alyssa of The Westfield Leader Cranston were the girls, whom the Cougars had to guard closely throughout the game. George netted 14 points, and Cranston sank six. Ferguson scored eight points, and Patrice Tomasso rolled in a lay-up and banged a 3-pointer in the third quarter. Both teams were very cautious in the first half, and the Highlanders clung to a 14-13 lead at the intermission. The Cougars’ defense made sure that the Highlander shooters got very little looks from the outside. “I think we had more composure defensively than we have had under that pressure. We had a different strategy going David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times into this game,” McCoy said. STRONG ON DEFENSE AND OFFENSE…Cougar Jess McCoy, facing, made But the difference in the game David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times five steals, had seven rebounds, blocked two shots and tipped a pass that led to seemed to be the Cougars’ abil- DEFENSE – NAME OF THE GAME…Cougar Jenna Goeller concentrates on her a steal, as well as sinking 15 points in the 35-33 victory over the Highlanders. ity to sink their free throws, defensive skills in the 35-33 victory over the Highlanders. Page S-6 Thursday, January 24, 2013 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary BELL, MARKOVITCH, KESSLER, WEISS, JASMAR, BEIRNE, MURRAY PIN, CAPPELLO TOPS RICE Cranford Cougars Emerge, Stop Raider Matmen, 42-25 By FRED LECOMTE “I knew that I had to get team of a scramble when I went to my “The first period, I believe I hit just hit a Gable like I wanted to; Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times points, so I worked my high back. He went on top of me but I an H2 for the takedown, three got him down and pinned him and James Dwyer, Corey crotch, tilted him a few times and bounced back, worked a tight point- five point move. I wanted that’s all that’s to it,” said Phillippe Markovitch, Rob Kessler and Jeff pretty much worked for the six. waste and ankle and then worked to break him physically and men- who lifted his record to 7-1. Weiss reaped maximum bonus Finally, I got him with a low a half so he would go to his back,” tally whereby he did not want to Raider JT Bierne dropped Nick points in the heavier weights, as single, on top, hit him with a tight said Kessler. wrestle. I hit him as quickly as Scaramuzzi to his back in 0:34 at the Cranford High School wres- waist, chopped him to get some Weiss pried Alex Peterson to possible and tried to stick him 113-lbs using a wrist and a half tling team toppled host Scotch backs and finally worked the half,” his back in 0:45 at 220-lbs. With there for six, but I ended up not to put the Raiders on top, 22-21. Plains-Fanwood, 42-25, on Janu- said Markovitch. the team score, 6-21, the pres- getting it. Second and third pe- “Our team desperately needed ary 16. At 195-lb. Kessler put Dan Van sure was on Raider Anthony riod, I ran out of time and didn’t six, so I went out looking for it. I “The county is pretty crazy right Brunt to his back with a half Tufaro in his heavyweight bout get it done,” said Tufaro. tried to use a throw, couldn’t hit now. Everybody is beating up on nelson to record a fall in 0:57. with Jon ElKhoury. Tufaro Jasmar Phillippe grounded Cou- it so went for a takedown, and he everybody. We knew that we “I wanted to be dominant, amassed an 8-0 lead in the first gar Chase Gunther to the mat in fell right into a half, so I got a matched up really well down low wanted to push the pace and use period before securing a 9-1, 0:36 at 106-lbs. quick fall. Pretty basic though,” and they matched up really well my high-crotch. I had a little bit major decision. “The match was quick. I knew I said Bierne. with us on top. We figured, if my Raider Tom Cunningham scored kids weather the storm until we a takedown and a reversal to get up to heavyweight, we should defeat Dave Busch, 4-2, at 120- be alright,” Raider Head Coach lbs, but the Cougars roared back. TJ Gavor said. Andrew Tompkins shut down The first bout of the evening at Steve Carrion, 5-0, at 126-lbs 160-lbs, however, was a pleas- and David Ayala had no chal- ant surprise for the Raiders. Trail- lenger at 132-lbs. Gavin Murray ing 11-2 in the third period, Cory pinned Jeff Liebrich in 1:33 and Bell pulled off a snap-and-go spin at 138-lbs. Corey Birch used a takedown then pancaked Matt reversal to record a 2-0 victory DiMartino opponent in 3:38. over Dom Natale. In the final “This is my first varsity match bout of the evening, 152-lb. Niko so I had to do what I had to do Cappello performed a smooth and push myself to the next level. takedown in the first period and I was trying to Gable him the a reversal in the third period to whole time but couldn’t get him earn a 4-0 decision. off because he was strong, so I “It came down to their studs at had to snap his neck and did so 38 and 45. Cranford is tough! with a half, then turned him over They’re definitely on a roll. We for the pin,” said Bell. got a couple of holes. As soon as At 170-lbs., Dwyer’s speed and we get those closed up, we’ll be agility led to a 6-2, decision over back in business,” said Coach Matt Ridge. Gavor. “I wrestle 160 but bumped up; BOUT SEQUENCE: my opponent had some weight 160: – Bell (S) p. DiMartino, 3:38 on me, so I had to work around 170: – Dwyer (C) d. Ridge, 6-2 that. I had to turn to my speed 182: – Markovitch (C) p. Mirabella, 4:32 more efficiently, and that is ex- 195: – Kessler (C) p. Van Brunt, 0:57 actly what my game plan was. 220: – Weiss (C) p. Peterson, 0:45 Did not want to muscle the kid, Story on page 10 Hwt: -Tufaro (S) md. Elkoury, 9-1 tried to take shots more and it 106: – Philippe (S) p. Gunther, 0:36 of The Westfield Leader 113: – Beirne (S) p. Scaramuzzi, :34 worked out pretty well,” said 120: – Cunningham (S) d. Busch, 4-2 Dwyer. 126: – Tompkins (C) d. Carrion, 5-0 At 182-lbs, Markovitch recorded Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times 132: – Ayala (C) won forfeit a 4:32 fall over Alex Mirabella ENTANGLED IN A SNAKY BOUT…Cranford Cougar Corey Birch, left, and Raider Dom Natale try to figure out a way 138: – Murray (C) p Liebrich, 1:33 using a half nelson. to get control in their 145-lb bout. Birch squeezed out a 2-0 decision. 145: – Birch (C) d., Natale, 2-0 152: – Cappello (C) d. 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2nd Prize- New York Knicks tickets 111 James Ave, Cranford, NJ 07016 Tickets are available at the Rustic Mill and Augusta Mae in Cranford, and CranfordHShockey.org Vicki’s Diner in Westfield. (Need not be present to win.) David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times CRANFORD ATHLETE OF THE WEEK…Tommy Trotter, a junior on the varsity basketball team, averaged 15 points a game last week, including 14 points in a 52-47 victory over Governor Livingston on Saturday. Page S-8 Thursday, January 24, 2013 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary Roadway GW Debates Cost of AFC; Seeks Bids for Bulk Pickup Construction By MEGAN K. SCOTT the council against the complex, a decade. It will replace the tor DeFilippo, had suggested Specially written for The Westfield Leader responded: “Show me in the Little League Park. Mayor abolishing the fee, but Mr. Improves UCC GARWOOD – Borough Council ordinance.” Quattrocchi told Mr. Garritano Mathieu, backed by Councilman members revisited the cost of The debate was sparked dur- that the issue had been dis- William Nierstedt and Council- the Athletic Field Complex (AFC) ing the work session when resi- cussed in open meetings. man Louis Petruzzelli, disagreed. Safety for the second meeting in a row dent Joe Garritano asked what In other business, the council The council appeared to be the exact cost would be to indi- rejected a proposal from the unanimous in lowering the fee, CRANFORD — The construction Tuesday, trading barbs after a resident challenged officials on vidual taxpayers. He questioned Laws and Licenses Committee but the three dissenters received of a new Springfield Avenue en- the varying figures of $25 to $65 to waive the $400 fee for prop- a tie-breaking vote from Mayor trance and roadway last summer their communication of the project with residents. per home assessed at $100,000. erty owners seeking a certifi- Quattrocchi to send the issue has brought about a dramatic Council President Sara Todisco, cate of non-conformity. Some back to committee. drop in traffic accidents at Union Councilman Jim Mathieu accused Mayor Patricia Quattrocchi who chairs the council’s finance residents have found themselves Mr. Mathieu criticized Garwood County College, the College’s committee, has said that the vulnerable without the paper- for a 4.3-percent increase in prop- Department of Public Safety re- of having misquoted the price of the $3.2-million project and re- borough has secured almost $1 work, discovering their proper- erty taxes last year. According to ported. million in grants for the project. ties were never granted vari- a Star-Ledger report, taxes went According to a report from the fusing to correct herself. In an August 16, 2012 edition She told Mr. Garritano that ances when changes were en- up 1.4 percent for the state, the College’s Department of Public homeowners will see a $25 in- acted. smallest increase in more than Safety, accidents on the Campus of The Westfield Leader, she wrote in a letter to the editor crease in their tax bill next year. The panel, comprised of Com- two decades. New Jersey’s prop- during the fall semester de- Because of interest on the bonds mittee Chairwoman Ann Palmer, erty taxes are one of the highest creased by 50 percent. The total that the price was $2.75 million. Mayor Quattrocchi said that she to pay for the project, the actual Ms. Todisco and Councilman Vic- CONTINUED ON PAGE 9 number of motor-vehicle acci- cost would be more like $65 per dents on the campus dropped to got the price from the borough’s bond attorney. The complex was property owner each year for a 16 in Fall 2012 — half of the total of $975. number of “fender benders” that approved in August and construction has already begun. The Athletic Field Complex has Local Letters to the Editor took place during fall 2011. been in discussion for more than Union County College President Mr. Mathieu, the lone vote on Margaret McMenamin views the new roadway as a success in Applicant Follows Up On Cranford three ways. “The construction project improved safety, in- Board of Adj. Report In Leader creased parking capacity, and provided more direct access from In the January 17, 2013 edition acter of the neighborhood is Springfield Avenue into the heart of The Westfield Leader, there maintained and the effect on the of the Campus,” she stated. were four errors made in the surrounding properties is mini- The work completed in August article, “Cranford Board OKs Re- mized. I greatly appreciate these 2012 created a drop-off point building of Fire Ravaged Home.” corrections being mentioned, that enabled students to exit from 1) The new home will be 37’-6 especially since this was a meet- buses and go to class without 1/2'’ high. ing of public record. crossing over a road. The new lot 2) Ms. Lazar pointed out how Hildie Lazar configuration also reduced the important this space was due to Westfield number of internal turns and re- the small footprint of the home, sulted in a net gain of almost 60 not because of the lot size. (The Children Reminded All parking spots. lot is actually over sized). President McMenamin gives 3) The first-story rear addition Dreams Are Possible credit to the Facilities Depart- will have a laundry room, not a bathroom. But most importantly, Today (Monday) is a day for all ment for overseeing the project Americans to come together and and completing the work on time 4) There was very much thought given to the look of the exterior celebrate the lasting memory of and within the budget. She also a leader who preached equality praised the College’s Public of this house and very much time was spent during the meeting and peace. Any child who watched Safety Department for the offic- the President’s Inauguration was ers’ daily patrols in the lots to addressing the look and character of the neighborhood. reminded that in our great na- direct students open parking lots tion, all dreams are possible. That and spaces. Megan K. Scott for The Westfield Leader The Cranford Board of Adjust- LIFESAVER...John Todisco, left, uncle of Garwood Borough Council Presi- ment takes great pains to rule on is the essence of Dr. King’s hope. dent Sara Todisco, receives a Mayor's Citation from Mayor Pat Quattrocchi for the appropriate use of the prop- Jon Bramnick Probitas Verus Honos his part in the rescue of a 16-year-old surfer on October 28 in rough seas off the erty and to ensure that when a Assembly Republican Leader coast of Sea Bright. variance is proposed, the char- Westfield Page S-9 Thursday, January 24, 2013 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary GW Mayor Seeks Volunteers for Openings GARWOOD – At the start of each year one of the duties that the Garwood mayor has is to review the lists of committee and board Penn State Behrend appointees. There are over 60 positions. Vacancies are created Announces Dean’s List for any number of reasons and ERIE, Pa. — Laura Ruppel, of without a sufficient number of Cranford, was named to the members some may cease to op- Dean’s List at Penn State Erie, erate. The Behrend College, for the fall “Presently, I am seeking com- 2012 semester. Laura is study- munity-oriented volunteers to ing creative writing. fill openings on the Public Cel- Students must earn at least a ebrations Committee and the 3.5 grade-point average to be Recreation Commission,” re- added to the Dean’s List. ports Mayor Patricia Quattrocchi. “No special experience is required just a desire to meet your fellow Garwood residents and help plan activities for the community.” The borough is also in the process of creating a Citizens Emer- gency Response Team (CERT) and Caldwell College is seeking volunteers to serve in the event a natural or man-made Announces Dean’s List crisis situation occurs in the bor- CALDWELL — Caldwell Col- ough. lege recently named 446 stu- For more information, contact dents to the fall 2012 Dean’s the mayor at (908) 789-0710 or List. In order to achieve this Megan K. Scott for The Westfield Leader WORK SESSION...Garwood Mayor Pat Quattrocchi, center, and the rest of the borough council listen to Councilman by e-mail at honor, students must maintain Jim Mathieu, foreground, during Tuesday night’s work session. [email protected]. a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or higher and complete at least 12 credits during the semester. The following students were GW Debates Cost ofAFC; Seeks Bids for Bulk Pickup named to the Dean’s List: An- thony Guarisco of Cranford and in the country. Garwood is sending out a re- the issue of the planned pur- Stephen Maly of Westfield. “Of this 4.3-percent increase, quest for proposals for vendors chase of a 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe Clemson Reports one-third went to raises for our to bid on a pay-to-use bulk gar- Special Service Vehicle (SSV) employees,” he said. “If you are bage pickup. Mr. Nierstedt, who for the Garwood Police Depart- Dean’s List Please Support on a fixed income and strug- campaigned on the issue this ment. The pesticides matter was CLEMSON, S.C. — The follow- gling, if your property value is past fall, said the quotes would tabled. While the SSV stayed, ing local residents have been Cranford High School plummeting, we’re giving be on a price per ton basis. Mr. Nierstedt encouraged the named to the Dean’s List at raises. We’re partying like it’s While residents may not have council to look into “greener cars” Clemson University for the fall Sports Programs 1999 here.” that much bulk garbage, the in the future. 2012 semester: Ms. Todisco acknowledged quote should help calculate the “I’m not a big fan of SUVs,” he Abigail Flaherty of Westfield, that one-third sounded “dra- cost per household, he said. said. He also asked the borough who is majoring in Marketing and matic,” but noted that one-third Mr. Nierstedt, known for his to consider creating a Day of Megan Jean Pijanowski of of the borough’s budget is for environmental agenda, also Service next year for the Martin Cranford, who is majoring in Go salaries. She said neighboring questioned the spraying of pes- Luther King Jr. holiday. Health Science. towns have higher taxes and ticides to control the vegetation To be named to the Dean’s List, Cougars! have to pay for garbage collec- in the Garwood Brook on Willow a student must achieve a grade- tion and sewer fees separate Avenue, which flows into the Probitas Verus Honos point average between 3.50 and Go and See a Game! from their tax bills. Cranford River. He also raised 3.99 on a 4.0 scale.