Ad Populos, Non Aditus, Pervenimus Published Every Thursday Since September 3, 1890 (908) 232-4407 USPS 680020 Thursday, January 26, 2012 OUR 122nd YEAR – ISSUE NO. 04-2012 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] SEVENTY FIVE CENTS Blaze Destroys Clyne & Murphy, Five Other Businesses in Westfield By PAUL J. PEYTON and BETSEY of the catering business. William from the entire roof assembly of the BURGDORF Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Root, the owner of the building, told main fire building over all five busi- The Westfield Leader that a prelimi- ness establishments,” Chief Kelly WESTFIELD – A six-alarm fire nary investigation done by his insur- said. “There was visible fire in the Sunday destroyed Clyne & Murphy ance company, Hartford Insurance, rear dining room of Clyne & Caterers and five other businesses has deemed the cause of the fire to be Murphy’s.” located in a strip of one-level store- electrical in nature. Sixteen of 21 fire departments in fronts near the Westfield traffic circle. Mr. Root stated that the age of the Union County were either on the In addition to Clyne & Murphy, the electrical system varies from store to scene or providing backup at two buildings were home to The store. All the stores were closed at the Westfield’s two firehouses. One hun- Sound Station, Figaro’s Hair Styling, time of the fire, but Clyne & Murphy dred and twenty-five firefighters were Rocky the Taylor, Cobblers Bench had been open in the morning filling on the scene, including 30 from Shoe Repair and Unmasked, a col- catering orders, Mr. Root said. Westfield. Six ladder companies and lectibles and comic book store. The According to Westfield Fire Chief 16 engines, including three from buildings wrap around the corner of Dan Kelly, the first alarm came in at Westfield, were on the scene. South and Westfield Avenues. 3:32 p.m. and Westfield firefighters When firefighters arrived they had Authorities have ruled out arson as were on the scene within four min- to force entry into Clyne & Murphy a cause of the blaze, which fire offi- utes. to bring a hose line into the main cials have traced to the dining room “There was heavy smoke coming restaurant area, “where they were confronted by heavy fire up in the ceiling assembly,” Chief Kelly said. Firefighters had to exit the building after fighting the fire from inside for 40 minutes when “conditions dete- riorated rapidly,” the chief said. Chief Kelly said firefighters had to pump water from three different wa- ter mains onto the fire. “We had to Photo courtesy of Dan Kelly, Sr. shuttle water from the north side of MUTUAL AID...The help of surrounding town’s fire departments was required on Sunday when a six-alarm fire ripped town down through the traffic circle through a row of businesses on South Avenue West in Westfield. The fire, which originated in Clyne & Murphy, completely to the fire scene. We shuttled water destroyed the buildings, gutting them and rendering them uninhabitable. from as far away as Central and South Avenue by the Tiger Mart…in addi- tion to water mains that were used within the close proximity to the fire WF Council Discusses Town Clocks, scene,” Chief Kelly said. At the height of the fire he said firefighters “were flowing over 5,000 gallons per minute onto the main fire building.” DWC Events, South Avenue Fire Chief Kelly said the fire was By LAUREN S. BARR Broad Street location would be $35,000, nance and operation of a first clock Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Courtesy of Rich Mayer brought under control by 6:44 p.m. with another $5,000 in installation costs before the council has approved a sec- URBAN LEGEND...An illusive fox has been reportedly seen near Orenda Circle and that firefighters were on the scene WESTFIELD – Resident Ralph and approximately $450 a year to run ond one. in Westfield. This is proof that it actually does exists as he or she came out to take for 27 hours. Rapuano, Jr. asked the town council at and maintain the clocks. He said instal- Councilman Jim Foerst said that he in the snow on Saturday. He said firefighters worked aggres- Tuesday night’s council conference lation of a clock at the train station did not believe the council had given a sively to stop the spread of the fire to meeting for formal approval to con- might cost twice as much due to other definite approval of the locations. two adjacent two-and-a-half-story, struct a clock at the intersection of East items that need to be moved as well as Mayor Skibitsky asked Councilman WF Vet Group Seeks to mixed-use commercial and residen- Broad and Elm Streets, as well as an- electrical issues. Foerst, as chairman of the Code Re- tial, wood-frame buildings on either other at the South Avenue Train Sta- Councilman Dave Haas questioned view and Town Property Committee, Demolish and Rebuild side of the strip of stores. Residents tion. if the council would want to see the to add it to the agenda and review all of were able to get out of one of the Mr. Rapuano, who was joined by his group set aside funds for the mainte- CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 By CHRISTINA M. HINKE 59 spaces, where 81 are required. structures, while firefighters rescued father Ralph Rapuano, Sr. and realtor Specially Written for The Westfield Leader According to plans shown by ar- a dog from the other. The American Jayne Bernstein, who formed the gruop WESTFIELD – The Westfield Vet- chitect Barbara Vincentsen, the new Red Cross relocated two residents Friends of the Westfield Clocks said Westfield BOE Members erinary Group, under the RWM Fam- structure was designed “to have a from an apartment, the chief said. that they had met with the Downtown ily LLC, located at 562 Springfield more manageable scale.” The designs The 60-year-old, one-story, tin- Westfield Corporation (DWC) and Avenue, Tuesday night at the Zoning depict a pitched roof and a dormer lined shared cockloft structure, which gained their approval of the projects. Discuss New Election Law Board of Adjustment (BOA) special “to give a look that is warmer and had no firewalls, fire alarms or fire He told the council that his group has By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL that the new law, which takes effect meeting showed plans to demolish friendlier,” she said. “It looks like a suppression systems, will have to be filed for a 501c3 tax status, but has not Specially Written for The Westfield Leader immediately, “establishes procedures the two buildings on its property, the two-and-a-half story building,” she demolished, the chief said. gotten approval yet. He said they have WESTFIELD – After a lengthy dis- for districts, municipalities or voters to main building and the kennel, and said. Mr. Root said his security alarm raised $13,000 and have another cussion at Tuesday evening’s board of opt to move the annual school election build one new veterinary practice. The first floor will hold two wait- went off at approximately 3:30 p.m. $23,000 committed for the projects. education meeting, members of the to November and eliminates the vote The plans would not retain the board- ing rooms, examination rooms would CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 The cost of the clock for the East Westfield Board of Education (BOE) on school budgets for such districts.” ing facility. be increased from five to 10 exami- decided not to take action on the new This she noted was only if the school The veterinary group sought pre- nation rooms, an office, a grooming election law until more public input budget stayed within the 2-percent cap. liminary and final site plan approval suite, a lab, a pharmacy, a treatment County Looking to Speed Up can be gathered. Mrs. Cary also stated that according with c and d variances to demolish its room, a bathroom area, and a deliv- Legislative Committee Chairperson to the new law, the only way the elec- one-and-a-half story veterinary fa- ery area on the left side of the build- Ann Cary gave a presentation regard- tion could be moved is by either a cility, kennel and parking lot to build ing. Processing of Prisoners ing the law that was signed by Gover- school board resolution, a town coun- a new, three-story veterinary hospital “I have 10 doctors trying to utilize By PAUL J. PEYTON mate population, as he would need to nor Chris Christie just nine days ago. cil resolution or by a public vote only if Specially Written for The Westfield Leader with a new parking area, landscap- five exam rooms. It’s impossible,” either hire additional correctional of- In her presentation, Mrs. Cary noted CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 ing, lighting and signage. The hear- said Dr. Richard Maus, owner of COUNTY – The Board of Chosen ficers at a cost of $1.7 million, or in- ing will continue at a later date, to be RWM Family LLC and owner of Freeholders last Thursday was asked crease overtime by $3 million to cover determined at the next BOA meeting, Westfield Veterinary Group, who has by the county’s jail director to move the additional jail housing during the Wednesday, February 15. owned the business since 1985. “For forward with the implementation of a 18-month jail improvement project. The new building’s footprint will every doctor seeing an appointment, computer software package to help Director of Human Services Frank be expanded to 6,800 square feet, you should have two exam rooms.” speed up the processing of inmates and Guzzo said the county could save on said Site Engineer Thomas Quinn. Since he took over the veterinary reduce the daily prisoner population at the $3-million contract the county has Currently, the main facility is ap- group it has grown from a three- the county lockup. with Essex County if it did not have to proximately 3,500 square feet. Park- doctor practice to a 10-doctor prac- A study conducted by Florida-based house 100 prisoners daily at Delanney ing would increase from 49 spaces to CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Luminosity last year determined that and Logan Halls in Newark. while the number of prisoners being A software package, called Jail Popu- sent to the jail has decreased 23 percent lation Analysis Wizard, is to be imple- since 2005, the prisoner count at the jail mented as part of a new $158,304, one- has remained at 900. Altogether, the year contract with Luminosity, which average jail population averages 1,000 is expected to be voted on tonight, as another 100 inmates in county cus- January 26, by the freeholder board. tody who are nearing the end of their Also included in the contract is for the sentences are housed at alcohol and firm to implement its other recommen- drug rehabilitation facilities in New- dations to lower the jail’s population. ark. Marie Van Nostrand of Luminosity Union County Director of Correc- CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 tions Brian Riordan has said his goal is to reduce the prison population by 10 Tax Office Open Late percent, or 100 prisoners. At last WESTFIELD — The office of the Thursday’s meeting, he said the jail Westfield tax collector will be open RELAXING…After the stress of giving the State of the State on January 17, was only designed for 520 inmates and from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Wednes- Governor Chris Christie had dinner in Westfield and stopped into 16 Prospect now needs major rehabilitation to the day, February 1, for the collection of Street Wine Bar and Bistro for a surprise drink, much to the delight of the crowd. kitchen, currently underway, and the property taxes. Pictured with Governor Christie are proprietors Tim Boyle, left, and Chris Boyle. showers. In order to complete the work The last date to pay without a pen- PAGE INDEX to the showers, 138 prisoners would be alty will be on Monday, February 6, moved to the former county juvenile Interest will be charged beginning on Regional ...... 2-3 Education ...... 9, 17-18 detention facility across the street from Tuesday, February 7. Editorial ...... 4-5 Sports ...... 11-16 Betsey Burgdorf for The Westfield Leader VET REVAMP...The Westfield Veterinary Group, pictured above, presented a the jail. Those with questions should call Police ...... 6 Real Estate .... 11-15 rendering to the Westfield Zoning Board of Adjustment on Tuesday of the new Mr. Riordan said he hopes to avoid (908) 789-4051 or e-mail Community ... 6-8 Classifieds ..... 18 building with which it hopes to replace its current building on Springfield Avenue. moving prisoners by reducing the in- [email protected]. Obituary ...... 8 A&E ...... 19-20

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The GARWOOD – The borough council case, he said, feels she needs testimony in Specially Written for The Westfield Leader township committee also introduced on Tuesday for the second time voted 4- regards to the internal roadways or drive- CRANFORD – Mayor David an ordinance increasing various swim- 2 to adopt freezing longevity benefits for ways of The Pointe. Robinson said on Tuesday that he per- ming-pool utility fees, with a public non-bargaining unit employees. Coun- Mary Wolf of North Avenue, who lives sonally was “not hopeful” that Cranford hearing set for Tuesday, February 28. cilman Victor DeFilippo and Council- on a bend, said her vision of the roadway would prevail in its bid to have a judge The committee additionally appointed woman Sara Todisco dissented. when exiting her driveway is blocked reconsider her December ruling that the Last year, the council put forth the same because of cars and SUVs parked on the Robert P. Donovan to provide alternate vote, and subsequently Mayor Patricia street. She asked the borough to have controversial Birchwood Avenue hous- municipal prosecutor services. Quattrocchi vetoed the council vote to someone come and look at the problem. ing development could go forward. But Two resolutions were passed autho- approve freezing longevity benefits. “We’ll tackle that as well in Laws and he said the township’s recent legal rizing bids for the refurbishment of the Tuesday night, ordinance 12-02 was License meeting,” Mr. Sluka said. maneuverings and efforts were part of lower level of the municipal building passed. It is the same ordinance by defi- Mark Enz of Cedar Street in Cranford the municipality’s strategy for “build- that was severely damaged by Hurri- nition the mayor vetoed in December asked the borough to seek more train stops ing the best case we can for any appeal” cane Irene last August. That portion of 2011. The council voted on two ordi- in Garwood on weekends. Mayor if its bid for reconsideration is turned the building “took quite a beating,” nances, 12-02 and 12-03, introduced two Quattrocchi responded that she is currently down. “We want to win,” the mayor said said Commissioner Kevin Campbell. weeks ago, to revise the longevity ben- working with NJ Transit on adding stops. at Tuesday’s township committee meet- He said a trailer in the rear parking lot efits to non-union employees. ing. “We want to prevail.” He said the is supplying the building’s heat. Mr. Under ordinance 12-02 the borough township government will “exhaust any Campbell said the township’s insur- would no longer provide longevity ben- remedy we have” to prevent the devel- ance is covering the costs involved efits to any present or future non-bar- opment from proceeding. with operating the parts of the munici- WF Council Last Friday, Superior Court Judge pal building that were damaged. But, gaining unit employee. Ordinance 12-03 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 was defeated 4-2. It would have prohib- Lisa Chrystal heard arguments from the he added, “we’re a bit under the gun” to ited new employees in the non-bargaining the plans before coming back to the full township and from Cranford Develop- complete the repairs, because the in- ment Associates LLC, the Birchwood surance coverage will not be available Photo courtesy of Dan Kelly, Sr. unit hired after January 1, 2012, to receive council. He said while he thinks there is INFERNO...Flames and heavy, black smoke fill the air on Sunday when a six- longevity benefits. Non-bargaining unit support for the project, he wants the Avenue developer, in the latest round of next year. the municipality’s opposition to the plan At the beginning of the meeting, alarm fire ripped through a row of businesses on South Avenue, West, in borough employees hired prior to January committee to “look through [the] de- Westfield. 1, 2012 would continue to receive ben- tails very carefully.” to build 360 housing units in what local members of Boy Scout Troop No. 75 efits. Ordinance 12-03 was introduced officials and many residents see as a se- led the committee in the flag salute. Resident Debby Burslem said she vere flood zone. At Tuesday’s committee January 10, 5-1 with Council President was “very disturbed” to hear about Keith Sluka dissenting. meeting, Township Attorney Phil Morin Resigned Mtsd. BOE Pres., “I’m disappointed with the way it these clocks again. She raised concerns said no decision was rendered at last went tonight,” Mayor Quattrocchi told about the location at East Broad and week’s hearing but that he expects a writ- WF Fire The Westfield Leader. When asked if she Elm Streets due to traffic, as well as a ten opinion “within a short period of time.” He expressed thanks to residents who CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 School Super Form Business would veto the vote again, she replied, “I noise concern for residents downtown. on Sunday. don’t know.” Mrs. Burslem also pointed out that the provided input to him about effects of By DOMINIC A. LAGANO thought that you would have to dis- Longevity benefits activate when a flooding on the Birchwood neighborhood, “By the time I got down there, it Specially Written for The Westfield Leader close that. So I wondered if it had been Garden Club already has planters at the looked like an arcade,” he said. “The borough employee has been employed intersection that have been there for 60 noting that many comments were incor- MOUNTAINSIDE — Scott disclosed and that it seems like there’s for five years. porated into the township’s legal brief roads were all closed and there were Schmedel, a former Mountainside Board kind of a…maybe not black and white, years. She suggested that the intersec- filed last week. fire engines from all different towns of Education (BOE) member, and cur- but maybe some gray area, which is During the public meeting, Mr. tion of North and Central Avenues might Mathieu reproached Mayor Quattrocchi Mayor Robinson – in response to a and ambulances and EMTs were al- rent resident informed the BOE Tuesday why we revised the policies.” for having “poor communication” by not be a better location. resident’s query about the Cranford Board ready on the scene.” night that former BOE chief school ad- Ms. Schaumberg, who had served on putting forth this ordinance, 12-03, last The council gave the go ahead for of Education (BOE) possibly weighing in ministrator (CSA) Jeanette Baubles, ex- the BOE for 11 years, resigned from He stated that he has owned the BOE president Marybeth Schaumberg her BOE seat on September 6, 2011. year. “I wonder why this solution was not the DWC’s annual list of events, in- on the potential impact of 360 housing South Avenue property, which spans proposed by you, mayor, last year?” Mr. cluding the Summer Jazz series, two units on the local school system – said and former supervisor of curriculum and Ms. Schaumberg was ousted as presi- Mathieu asked. “I think that this points to he would be surprised if the BOE did from Clyne & Murphy to the Sound instruction, Thomas Conroy, “have dent of the board during its reorganiza- “Girls Night Out” events, two restau- Station, for “45 to 50 years.” He a larger problem in our leadership.” rant weeks and the annual 5K and Pizza so. Another resident said it was impor- formed a business, with a rather elaborate tion meeting last May, ironically, the In relation to personnel, Ms. Todisco tant to make the court aware of the stated that years ago he ran Roots website.” same date SEE was formed. Mr. Ruban Run. Confections, a corner store that sold “They are marketing their experiences, replaced her as board president. proposed an employee evaluation policy The Westfield Area Chamber of increased costs to the township if the development goes forward. everything from sundaes to toys to much of those experiences gained while After her resignation, Ms. for non-union borough employees. Commerce was approved for Spring The council also rejected the bids for In other business, the township com- cigarettes. they were here…I would like to know, Schaumberg sent a letter to The the Athletic Field Complex Project and Fling on Sunday, May 6 and FestiFall mittee passed a $1.173-million bond “I have a lot of childhood memo- and I think the community would like to Westfield Leader stating she was “truly authorized Borough Clerk Christina on Sunday. September 23, as well as ordinance that Deputy Mayor Andis ries of Roots’ store there on the cor- know and needs to know, when they saddened and frightened by what the Ariemma to re-advertise for the project. the Farmers’ Market at the South Av- Kalnins said would be used to fund the began forming this business and when future holds for the Mountainside chil- ner,” Chief Kelly said. members of the board became aware of dren.” As a result, the Little League will be enue train station from July 7 through various tax appeals that were settled in When asked if he plans to rebuild, having its season at the field, Athletic October 27. 2011. He pointed out that the munici- this…and when these three people each In response, the remaining members Field Complex Project Committee Chair pal government is responsible for fi- Mr. Root stated, “I sure hope so.” The notified the board of what they were of the board wrote their own letters to Additionally, the Westfield Neigh- future of the location is in the hands Louis Petruzzelli said. borhood Council was approved for three nancing all of the tax appeals even doing and what their intentions were,” The Leader refuting Ms. Schaumberg’s During committee reports, Ms. Todisco though more than three-fourths of lo- of his insurance company, he stated, Mr. Schmedel said. dire predictions. “To incite a sense of street fairs in the South Avenue train adding that he also hopes Clyne & The business, named Shaping Educa- fear within our community is unpro- said the finance committee would have a station parking lot on June 9, August 25 cal property taxes go not to the local preliminary budget this week. March 9 is government but to the board of educa- Murphy will return to the location. tional Excellence LLC (SEE), was formed ductive and completely unprofes- the deadline to introduce the budget with and October 13. on May 10, 2011. According to its sional,” wrote BOE member Cathy adoption on April 20. The council then went into closed website, SEE’s mission is geared towards Jakositz. School Board Liaison Sluka said session to discuss the town’s lease with “improving teaching and learning in both Ms. Baubles also resigned from her Garwood residents would receive a dis- the Westfield Historical Society for the WF Board of Adjustment the public and private sectors…SEE team position as CSA in July, while Mr. count to fees for services at the Westfield members facilitate high quality profes- Conroy submitted his resignation at the Reeve House and Mark Angelo v. Town CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Area Y location to open in the Washing- of Westfield, a lawsuit stemming from sional development sessions for aspiring end of the school year in June. Due to ton School. The Garwood Board of Edu- tice. Dr. Maus said the demand for his The second floor would be the hos- and practicing paraprofessionals, teach- time considerations, the three could not a planning board subdivision denial. ers, administrators, and board of educa- be questioned regarding their new en- cation announced last week that they At the start of Tuesday night’s meet- practice’s services are not being met pital, where all surgery would take have agreed to a five-year lease agree- and also cited safety issues. He said place. It would include one surgical tion members.” deavor, school officials said. ment with the Y to use the school for pre- ing, Fire Chief Dan Kelly gave a report Ms. Schaumberg, Ms. Baubles and In other news, new CSA Nancy on Sunday’s fire on South Avenue, he is doing away with the boarding room with two tables and one dental school, day care, after-school programs, service because, “I think it’s time I room with two tables, a post-opera- Mr. Conroy are pictured on SEE’s Lubarsky reported on the success of the a fitness center and other programs. West (see story on this page). Mayor website and are labeled as SEE team Mountainside Girl Scout troop’s ef- Skibitsky thanked the chief and all of focus on what I provide best…the tive room, an isolation room with five members. The three were listed as mem- forts in their recent gift drive. As cov- Board Attorney Joseph Triarsi in the “suites” for animals with communi- workshop meeting said he expects the the firefighters for their work. best available medicine and surgery,” bers/managers in paperwork filed with ered in a previous edition of The Leader, he said cable diseases, a patient-under-care the state treasurer on May 10, 2011. the Scouts held a gift drive in Decem- room with 12 “suites” for animals, a Current Board President James Ruban ber to provide toys and other items to digital imaging room, a chemotherapy responded to Mr. Schmedel’s questions. underprivileged children during the room, physical therapy areas and an “This board was unaware of any of that holiday season. intensive care unit. until after the fact, far after the fact, after Mountainside Girl Scouts Emma There’s A New Animals would have “suites” to they all left,” he said. Mr. Ruban also Nordstrom, Caitlyn Splaine and Kristen stay in while under care at the facility, stated there was “no disclosure” from Splaine were on hand to receive recog- the trio, but he was aware of rumors nition from Ms. Lubarsky. The Scouts instead of steel cages, said Dr. Maus. regarding the new business. collected over 1,100 toys and such items as He likened the suites to a hospital The board was made aware of the clothing and toiletries and donated them to room. Cat suites would have a bed- formation of the new business via e-mail the day care center and after-school pro- Woman in Town. room and a separate bathroom where from an undisclosed source. gram at the YMCA of Eastern Union County the litter box would be contained. Mr. Ruban stated that the matter was in Elizabeth. “Our surgery room has one sur- brought to the attention of the board’s The next BOE meeting open to the pub- gery table. Our dental room has one attorney. The board also approved sev- lic is scheduled for Tuesday, February 7, at dental table. We can only do one eral new regulations this past Tuesday 7:30 p.m., in the Deerfield School gymna- procedure at a time,” which keep evening seemingly aimed at ensuring this sium. This meeting will be the annual BOE type of event does not occur again with- community roundtable. School Business animals waiting for surgery, Dr. Maus out the board’s knowledge. Administrator Daniel Saragnese will de- Dr. Sabina Cherian said of his current veterinary facility. Board member Jeane Parker initially liver a presentation on next year’s budget. He would also offer new services brought this information to the rest of the The next regular BOE meeting open to of chemotherapy and rehabilitation board. “I just got the information and the public is scheduled for Tuesday, Febru- Joins the Clark Office. services, such as acupuncture and gave it to these guys [BOE members]. ary 21, at 7:30 p.m. in Deerfield’s Media physical therapy. Dr. Maus said there What struck me as odd was that I just Center. Recognized for her clinical acumen and would be no radioactive materials on site, including isotopes. compassion, Dr. Cherian is committed to The third floor would be used for Union County Freeholders advancements in medicine and increasing administrative purposes, such as a conference room, an exercise room CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 awareness of disease prevention in women. and a break room. The basement will will serve as jail population manager The freeholders are expected to vote be used for storage. until Mr. Riordan designates someone on a resolution tonight to approve an The building will be constructed of for the position. agreement with Conrail for the instal- The Rubino OB/GYN Group consists of a team steel and brick with cast stone trim, Luminosity was given a $55,704 lation of a traffic signal at Rahway Ms. Vincentsen said, and would be contract last year to complete the jail Avenue and Lamberts Mill Road. of highly credentialed OB/GYN specialists thickly insulated. It would reduce population analysis study. Among the Joseph Graziano, director of engi- & is nationally known for non-invasive noise and a new HVAC system will recommendations from the Luminos- neering, public works and facilities, solutions for women’s healthcare. have 10 zones and be ventilated in a ity report are for the county to work requested the resolution for an agree- way to control odor. with the courts, probation and public ment with Conrail for the preliminary Attorney Steve Hehl said the new defender’s offices, prosecutor’s office engineering and inspection of a pro- facility will have a state-of-the-art and sheriff’s office to clear up tie-ups in posed traffic signal at the intersection sprinkler system. the processing of prisoners. of Rahway Avenue and Lamberts Mill The new business sign is planned Mr. Riordan said the software pack- Road. The Town of Westfield requested to be seven-and-a-half feet tall sitting age would be used to “put us in a the signal, Mr. Graziano said. The light on a two-and-a-half foot high wall, position to evaluate on a daily basis not would be located 325 feet north of Mr. Quinn said. The “logo” currently only the number of inmates we have in Conrail’s Lehigh Line in Westfield. on the outside of the building and the the county jail, but also to break that The county hired an outside engineer business sign that depicts a puppy total population down into subsets that to design the intersection last year. He and kitten chasing butterflies will be we can utilize and better organize and said Conrail has to make changes to retained in some fashion on the façade better track case management of the permit the traffic signal to “interface of the new building as well as the prisoners through the judicial system.” with their railroad crossing” equipment. sign, Dr. Maus told The Westfield He said that between 2005 and 2010, Mr. Graziano said the timing will be Leader. “It has such a warm and Union County had 2,000 fewer admis- done so that the new light and the fuzzy feeling,” he said. sions to the jail than in 2005, yet the existing light at Westfield Avenue and average daily population at the lockup Terminal Avenue will interface with was unchanged. He said 8,800 prison- each other and the railroad crossing on ers were processed in 2005 within 46 Rahway Avenue. The estimated cost WF BOE days on average. He said processing for the engineering work is $69,883. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 now averages 58 days. In other business, it was announced 15-percent of registered voters who “The system is not moving at the that Freeholder Clerk Nicole DiRado is participated in the last general presi- speed it was moving in 2005, and I moving to the Union County Clerk’s dential election sign a petition. She don’t know why,” Mr. Riordan told the Office, replacing Deputy County Clerk also noted that if a school election is freeholders. Alan Falcone, who is retiring as of next moved to November, it must remain in On another matter, Union County month. November for a minimum of four Board of Elections Administrator Den- The board is expected to vote on a years. nis Kobitz said his office was still wait- resolution tonight appointing James Four NJ office locations in Clark, West Orange, Summit, Mrs. Cary stated that members of ing to see how many towns will move Pellettiere as the new freeholder clerk the legislative committee weighed the their school elections from April to the at a salary of $80,000. His term will run Make an appointment today online: pros and cons of moving the election. General Election in November. In ad- from February 1, 2012 through Janu- & Bayonne. She noted that the cons were that there dition, residents can submit a nominat- ary 31, 2015. He most recently was were no risks of program cuts due to ing petition requiring the signatures of working in the public information of- www.RubinoObGyn.com or call: 973-542-2016 budget defeats and that on average, an at least 15 percent of total registered fice. April turn out rate brings 18-percent voters in the last General Election when In addition to Mr. Falcone, the direc- of registered voters while November Assembly seats were on the ballot, tor of administrative services, Eliza- brings on average a 44 percent. She which was 2011. beth Genievich, is retiring as of Febru- also stated that an April election costs Mr. Kobitz said the county would ary 1. She is a former freeholder clerk the district approximately $30,000. likely save on overtime costs needed to of the board. Mr. Falcone had been Mrs. Cary noted that if moved to No- reset election machines for the Primary head of the recording division of the vember, the cost would be shared by Election in June. He also said towns are clerk’s office under County Clerk the board of education. likely to save “thousands of dollars.” Joanne Rajoppi. Serving the community since 1959

USPS 485200 Thursday, January 26, 2012 Published Every Thursday Since 1959 (908) 232-4407 OUR 53rd YEAR – ISSUE NO. 04-2012 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.timesnj.com [email protected] SEVENTY FIVE CENTS Blaze Destroys Clyne & Murphy, Five Other Businesses in Westfield By PAUL J. PEYTON and BETSEY as a cause of the blaze, which fire According to Westfield Fire Chief BURGDORF Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times officials have traced to the dining Dan Kelly, the first alarm came in at room of the catering business. Wil- 3:32 p.m. and Westfield firefighters WESTFIELD – A six-alarm fire liam Root, the owner of the build- were on the scene within four min- Sunday destroyed Clyne & Murphy ing, told The Scotch Plains- utes. Caterers and five other businesses Fanwood Times that a preliminary “There was heavy smoke coming located in a strip of one-level store- investigation done by his insurance from the entire roof assembly of the fronts near the Westfield traffic company, Hartford Insurance, has main fire building over all five busi- circle. In addition to Clyne & deemed the cause of the fire to be ness establishments,” Chief Kelly Murphy, the buildings were home electrical in nature. said. “There was visible fire in the to The Sound Station, Figaro’s Hair Mr. Root stated that the age of the rear dining room of Clyne & Styling, Rocky the Taylor, Cobblers electrical system varies from store Murphy’s.” Bench Shoe Repair and Unmasked, to store. All the stores were closed Sixteen of 21 fire departments in a collectibles and comic book store. at the time of the fire, but Clyne & Union County were either on the The buildings wrapsaround the cor- Murphy had been open in the morn- scene or providing backup at ner of South and Westfield Avenues. ing filling catering orders, Mr. Root Westfield’s two firehouses. One Authorities have ruled out arson said. hundred and twenty-five firefighters were on the scene, including 30 from Westfield. Six ladder compa- nies and 16 engines, including three from Westfield, were on the scene. When firefighters arrived they had to force entry into Clyne & Murphy to bring a hose line into the main restaurant area, “where they were confronted by heavy fire up in the ceiling assembly,” Chief Kelly said. Firefighters had to exit the building after fighting the fire from Photo courtesy of Dan Kelly, Sr. inside for 40 minutes when “condi- INFERNO...Flames and heavy, black smoke fill the air on Sunday when a six-alarm fire ripped through a row of businesses on South Avenue, West, in Westfield. Westfield Fire Chief Dan Kelly reported that the fire originated in Clyne & Murphy tions deteriorated rapidly,” the chief and quickly spread to several other businesses. said. Chief Kelly said firefighters had to pump water from three different water mains onto the fire. “We had Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of to shuttle water from the north side of town down through the traffic circle to the fire scene. We shuttled water from as far away as Central Education Hears Projection Report and South Avenue by the Tiger By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL been applied for through the two tributed this to “a direct result of Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Lauren S. Barr for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Mart…in addition to water mains town’s planning or zoning boards. In economic downturn.” He noted that MUTUAL AID...The Fanwood Fire Department was at the scene to offer mutual that were used within the close prox- SCOTCH PLAINS – A demo- all, of the 11 development projects during the last three school years, aid on Sunday when a six-alarm fire ripped through a row of businesses on South imity to the fire scene,” Chief Kelly graphic report given by Joseph reported, most resulted in single-fam- fewer residents were utilizing private Avenue West in Westfield. said. At the height of the fire he said Richardson of Whitehall Associates ily dwellings. The two exceptions pre-school programs. firefighters “were flowing over was outlined at last Thursday’s regu- included a 24-unit project in Fanwood In the report it was also noted that 5,000 gallons per minute onto the lar Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of that was estimated to generate a total the historic data of Scotch Plains- County Looking to Speed Up main fire building.” Education meeting. of seven students and a 60-unit Fanwood’s birth rate reports a steady Chief Kelly said the fire was The 13-page report was requested townhouse project in Scotch Plains decline in births from 2006-2007 to brought under control by 6:44 p.m. as part of the district’s long-range that is an age restricted development. the present. In 2006-2007 the births Processing of Prisoners and that firefighters were on the plan to help predict enrollment num- It is projected that development will recorded in the district equaled 449, By PAUL J. PEYTON to the kitchen, currently underway, scene for 27 hours. bers for upcoming years. According not bring any additional students to while the births given for the 2010- Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times and the showers. In order to complete He said firefighters worked ag- to Mr. Richardson, the report begins the district. 2011 year equaled 400. COUNTY – The Board of Chosen the work to the showers, 138 prison- gressively to stop the spread of the with the 2006-2007 school year and The other notable impact that Mr. The conclusion of Mr. Richardson’s Freeholders last Thursday was asked ers would be moved to the former fire to two adjacent two-and-a-half- ends with the 2011-2012 school year. Richardson reported on was the in- report noted a projected district total by the county’s jail director to move county juvenile detention facility story, mixed-use commercial and The report also gives projections crease in enrollment in the district’s of enrollment at 5,312 for the 2016- forward with the implementation of a across the street from the jail. residential, wood-frame buildings through the school year 2016-2017. pre-school program over the last three 2017 school year, which is down computer software package to help Mr. Riordan said he hopes to avoid on either side of the strip of stores. In his report, Mr. Richardson stated years. He noted that in the 2006-2007 from the district total of 5,497 re- speed up the processing of inmates moving prisoners by reducing the Residents were able to get out of that through reports submitted by and 2007-2008 school years the ported for this year. Mr. Richardson and reduce the daily prisoner popula- inmate population, as he would need one of the structures, while Eleanor McGovern, the Fanwood district’s pre-K program total enroll- also stated that to remain accurate in tion at the county lockup. to either hire additional correctional firefighters rescued a dog from the borough clerk and through Robert ment was 71 students. Mr. Richardson enrollment projections, a report A study conducted by Florida- officers at a cost of $1.7 million, or other. The American Red Cross re- LaCosta, the Scotch Plains construc- reported that the next year the total should be done on a yearly basis. based Luminosity last year deter- increase overtime by $3 million to located two residents from an apart- tion/zoning officer, the school year was 83 students. He stated there was PTA Council President Gina mined that while the number of pris- cover the additional jail housing dur- ment, the chief said. 2016-2017 may see an additional 38 a jump in the 2009-2010 school year Giacona, along with parents and stu- oners being sent to the jail has de- ing the 18-month jail improvement The 60-year-old, one-story, tin- students because of the “residential of 126 students, and kept a steady dents of all the district’s schools, gave creased 23 percent since 2005, the project. Director of Human Services lined shared cockloft structure, developmental impact.” This, he re- increase until the current school year a presentation to board members prisoner count at the jail has remained Frank Guzzo said the county could CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 ported, involved projects that had of 153 students. Mr. Richardson at- CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 at 900. Altogether, the average jail save on the $3-million contract the population averages 1,000 as another county has with Essex County if it 100 inmates in county custody who did not have to house 100 prisoners CF Mayor Vows to Block are nearing the end of their sentences daily at Delanney and Logan Halls in are housed at alcohol and drug reha- Newark. Birchwood Development bilitation facilities in Newark. A software package, called Jail Population Analysis Wizard, is to be By FRED T. ROSSI Morin said no decision was rendered Union County Director of Correc- Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times tions Brian Riordan has said his goal implemented as part of a new at last week’s hearing but that he is to reduce the prison population by $158,304, one-year contract with CRANFORD – Mayor David expects a written opinion “within a 10 percent, or 100 prisoners. At last Luminosity, which is expected to be Robinson said on Tuesday that he short period of time.” He expressed Thursday’s meeting, he said the jail voted on tonight, January 26, by the personally was “not hopeful” that thanks to residents who provided in- was only designed for 520 inmates freeholder board. Also included in Cranford would prevail in its bid to put to him about effects of flooding and now needs major rehabilitation CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 have a judge reconsider her Decem- on the Birchwood neighborhood, ber ruling that the controversial noting that many comments were in- Birchwood Avenue housing devel- corporated into the township’s legal opment could go forward. But he brief filed last week. said the township’s recent legal Mayor Robinson – in response to a maneuverings and efforts were part resident’s query about the Cranford of the municipality’s strategy for Board of Education (BOE) possibly “building the best case we can for any weighing in on the potential impact appeal” if its bid for reconsideration of 360 housing units on the local is turned down. “We want to win,” the school system – said he would be CIVIC DUTY…Freeholder Chairman Alexander Mirabella recently spoke about mayor said at Tuesday’s township surprised if the BOE did so. Another county government and his responsibilities as an elected official before members committee meeting. “We want to pre- resident said it was important to make of the Teen Action Service Corp of the Jewish Community Center (JCC) of Central New Jersey in Scotch Plains. The high school students, under the vail.” He said the township govern- the court aware of the increased costs supervision of Lindsay Napchen of the JCC, perform 30 to 40 hours per year of ment will “exhaust any remedy we to the township if the development community service, have leadership meetings and examine aspects of Jewish have” to prevent the development goes forward. identity and youth issues. Pictured, from left to right, are: Back row, Zach More, from proceeding. In other business, the township Jonathan Belfer, Jordan Bernstein, Andrew Wheeler, Scott Flanzman, Mike Last Friday, Superior Court Judge committee passed a $1.173-million Rosenheck, Freeholder Mirabella, Alyssa Leyden, Derek Weisman, Hannah Lisa Chrystal heard arguments from bond ordinance that Deputy Mayor Nizri, Nick Verderamo, Rachel Armus and Mitch Naveh, and front row, Abbie the township and from Cranford De- Andis Kalnins said would be used to Goldring, Julie Queller, Maddie Rosenberg, Alex Ehrenthal, Haley Needle, velopment Associates LLC, the fund the various tax appeals that were Alyssa Hartstein and Ms. Napchen. Birchwood Avenue developer, in the settled in 2011. He pointed out that latest round of the municipality’s the municipal government is respon- PAGE INDEX opposition to the plan to build 360 sible for financing all of the tax ap- Regional ...... 2-3 Education ...... 9, 17-18 Susan Dougherty for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times MARCH FOR LIFE...While thousands joined House Speaker John Boehner and housing units in what local officials peals even though more than three- Editorial ...... 4-5 Sports ...... 11-16 Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee in Washington, D.C. for the 39th annual and many residents see as a severe fourths of local property taxes go not Police ...... 6 Real Estate .... 11-15 March for Life weekend, January 21 to 23, the Evangel Church in Scotch Plains flood zone. At Tuesday’s committee to the local government but to the Community ... 6-8 Classifieds ..... 18 adds its support with colorful flags on the church lawn. meeting, Township Attorney Phil CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Obituary ...... 8 A&E ...... 19-20

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Marie liminary engineering and inspec- Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times frightened by what the future holds Van Nostrand of Luminosity will tion of a proposed traffic signal at MOUNTAINSIDE — Scott for the Mountainside children.” serve as jail population manager the intersection of Rahway Avenue Schmedel, a former Mountainside In response, the remaining mem- until Mr. Riordan designates some- and Lamberts Mill Road. The Town Board of Education (BOE) mem- bers of the board wrote their own one for the position. of Westfield requested the signal, ber, and current resident, informed letters to The Times refuting Ms. Luminosity was given a $55,704 Mr. Graziano said. The light would the BOE Tuesday night that former Schaumberg’s dire predictions. “To contract last year to complete the be located 325 feet north of BOE chief school administrator incite a sense of fear within our jail population analysis study. Conrail’s Lehigh Line in Westfield. (CSA) Jeanette Baubles, ex-BOE community is unproductive and Among the recommendations from The county hired an outside engi- president Marybeth Schaumberg completely unprofessional,” wrote the Luminosity report are for the neer to design the intersection last and former supervisor of curricu- BOE member Cathy Jakositz. county to work with the courts, pro- year. He said Conrail has to make lum and instruction, Thomas Ms. Baubles also resigned from bation and public defender’s of- changes to permit the traffic signal Conroy, “have formed a business, her position as CSA in July, while fices, prosecutor’s office and to “interface with their railroad with a rather elaborate website.” Mr. Conroy submitted his resigna- sheriff’s office to clear up tie-ups in crossing” equipment. “They are marketing their expe- tion at the end of the school year in the processing of prisoners. Mr. Graziano said the timing will Betsey Burgdorf for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times VET REVAMP...The Westfield Veterinary Group, pictured above, presented a riences, much of those experiences June. Due to time considerations, Mr. Riordan said the software be done so that the new light and rendering to the Westfield Zoning Board of Adjustment on Tuesday of the new gained while they were here…I the three could not be questioned package would be used to “put us in the existing light at Westfield Av- building with which it hopes to replace its current building on Springfield would like to know, and I think the regarding their new endeavor, school a position to evaluate on a daily enue and Terminal Avenue will in- Avenue. community would like to know and officials said. basis not only the number of in- terface with each other and the rail- needs to know, when they began In other news, new CSA Nancy mates we have in the county jail, road crossing on Rahway Avenue. WF Vet Group Seeks to forming this business and when Lubarsky reported on the success of but also to break that total popula- The estimated cost for the engi- members of the board became aware the Mountainside Girl Scout troop’s tion down into subsets that we can neering work is $69,883. of this…and when these three efforts in their recent gift drive. As utilize and better organize and bet- In other business, it was an- Demolish and Rebuild people each notified the board of covered in a previous edition of The ter track case management of the nounced that Freeholder Clerk what they were doing and what their Leader, the Scouts held a gift drive prisoners through the judicial sys- Nicole DiRado is moving to the By CHRISTINA M. HINKE be increased from five to 10 exami- Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times intentions were,” Mr. Schmedel in December to provide toys and tem.” Union County Clerk’s Office, re- nation rooms, an office, a grooming said. other items to underprivileged chil- He said that between 2005 and placing Deputy County Clerk Alan WESTFIELD – The Westfield Vet- suite, a lab, a pharmacy, a treatment The business, named Shaping dren during the holiday season. 2010, Union County had 2,000 Falcone, who is retiring as of next erinary Group, under the RWM Fam- room, a bathroom area, and a deliv- Educational Excellence LLC (SEE), Mountainside Girl Scouts Emma fewer admissions to the jail than in month. ily LLC, located at 562 Springfield ery area on the left side of the build- was formed on May 10, 2011. Ac- Nordstrom, Caitlyn Splaine and 2005, yet the average daily popula- The board is expected to vote on Avenue, Tuesday night at the Zoning ing. cording to its website, SEE’s mis- Kristen Splaine were on hand to tion at the lockup was unchanged. a resolution tonight appointing Board of Adjustment (BOA) special “I have 10 doctors trying to utilize sion is geared towards “improving receive recognition from Ms. He said 8,800 prisoners were pro- James Pellettiere as the new free- meeting showed plans to demolish five exam rooms. It’s impossible,” teaching and learning in both the Lubarsky. The Scouts collected over cessed in 2005 within 46 days on holder clerk at a salary of $80,000. the two buildings on its property, the said Dr. Richard Maus, owner of public and private sectors…SEE 1,100 toys and such items as cloth- average. He said processing now His term will run from February 1, main building and the kennel, and RWM Family LLC and owner of team members facilitate high qual- ing and toiletries and donated them averages 58 days. 2012 through January 31, 2015. He build one new veterinary practice. Westfield Veterinary Group, who has ity professional development ses- to the day care center and after- “The system is not moving at the most recently was working in the The plans would not retain the board- owned the business since 1985. “For sions for aspiring and practicing school program at the YMCA of speed it was moving in 2005, and I public information office. ing facility. every doctor seeing an appointment, paraprofessionals, teachers, admin- Eastern Union County in Elizabeth. don’t know why,” Mr. Riordan told In addition to Mr. Falcone, the The veterinary group sought pre- you should have two exam rooms.” istrators, and board of education The next BOE meeting open to the freeholders. director of administrative services, liminary and final site plan approval Since he took over the veterinary members.” the public is scheduled for Tuesday, On another matter, Union County Elizabeth Genievich, is retiring as with c and d variances to demolish its group it has grown from a three- Ms. Schaumberg, Ms. Baubles February 7, at 7:30 p.m., in the Board of Elections Administrator of February 1. She is a former free- one-and-a-half story veterinary fa- doctor practice to a 10-doctor prac- and Mr. Conroy are pictured on Deerfield School gymnasium. This Dennis Kobitz said his office was holder clerk of the board. Mr. cility, kennel and parking lot to build tice. Dr. Maus said the demand for his SEE’s website and are labeled as meeting will be the annual BOE still waiting to see how many towns Falcone had been head of the re- a new, three-story veterinary hospital practice’s services are not being met SEE team members. The three were community roundtable. School Busi- will move their school elections cording division of the clerk’s of- with a new parking area, landscap- and also cited safety issues. He said listed as members/managers in pa- ness Administrator Daniel Saragnese from April to the General Election fice under County Clerk Joanne ing, lighting and signage. The hear- he is doing away with the boarding perwork filed with the state trea- will deliver a presentation on next in November. In addition, residents Rajoppi. ing will continue at a later date, to be service because, “I think it’s time I surer on May 10, 2011. year’s budget. can submit a nominating petition determined at the next BOA meeting, focus on what I provide best…the Current Board President James The next regular BOE meeting requiring the signatures of at least Wednesday, February 15. best available medicine and surgery,” Ruban responded to Mr. Schmedel’s open to the public is scheduled for 15 percent of total registered voters The new building’s footprint will he said questions. “This board was unaware Tuesday, February 21, at 7:30 p.m. in the last General Election when SP-F BOE be expanded to 6,800 square feet, The second floor would be the hos- of any of that until after the fact, far in Deerfield’s Media Center. Assembly seats were on the ballot, CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 said Site Engineer Thomas Quinn. pital, where all surgery would take after the fact, after they all left,” he which was 2011. honoring them for the time and ef- Currently, the main facility is ap- place. It would include one surgical said. Mr. Ruban also stated there Mr. Kobitz said the county would fort they give to the district. Board proximately 3,500 square feet. Park- room with two tables and one dental was “no disclosure” from the trio, likely save on overtime costs needed members were then “adopted” by a ing would increase from 49 spaces to room with two tables, a post-opera- but he was aware of rumors regard- WF Fire to reset election machines for the district school and given presents 59 spaces, where 81 are required. tive room, an isolation room with five ing the new business. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Primary Election in June. He also representing each school. Mrs. According to plans shown by ar- “suites” for animals with communi- The board was made aware of the which had no firewalls, fire alarms said towns are likely to save “thou- Giacona noted that the presentations chitect Barbara Vincentsen, the new cable diseases, a patient-under-care formation of the new business via e- or fire suppression systems, will sands of dollars.” were done to honor board members structure was designed “to have a room with 12 “suites” for animals, a mail from an undisclosed source. have to be demolished, the chief The freeholders are expected to during School Board Recognition more manageable scale.” The designs digital imaging room, a chemo- Mr. Ruban stated that the matter said. vote on a resolution tonight to ap- Month. depict a pitched roof and a dormer therapy room, physical therapy ar- was brought to the attention of the Mr. Root said his security alarm prove an agreement with Conrail The next board of education meet- “to give a look that is warmer and eas and an intensive care unit. board’s attorney. The board also ap- went off at approximately 3:30 p.m. for the installation of a traffic sig- ing is scheduled for tonight, January friendlier,” she said. “It looks like a Animals would have “suites” to proved several new regulations this on Sunday. nal at Rahway Avenue and Lam- 26, at 7:30 p.m. in the Administra- two-and-a-half story building,” she stay in while under care at the facil- past Tuesday evening seemingly “By the time I got down there, it berts Mill Road. tive Offices at Evergreen School at said. ity, instead of steel cages, said Dr. aimed at ensuring this type of event looked like an arcade,” he said. “The Joseph Graziano, director of en- Evergreen Avenue and Cedar Street The first floor will hold two wait- Maus. He likened the suites to a does not occur again without the roads were all closed and there were gineering, public works and facili- in Scotch Plains. ing rooms, examination rooms would hospital room. Cat suites would have board’s knowledge. fire engines from all different towns a bedroom and a separate bathroom Board member Jeane Parker ini- and ambulances and EMTs were where the litter box would be con- tially brought this information to the already on the scene.” tained. rest of the board. “I just got the He stated that he has owned the “Our surgery room has one sur- information and gave it to these guys South Avenue property, which spans gery table. Our dental room has one [BOE members]. What struck me as from Clyne & Murphy to the Sound There’s A New dental table. We can only do one odd was that I just thought that you Station, for “45 to 50 years.” He procedure at a time,” which keep would have to disclose that. So I stated that years ago he ran Roots animals waiting for surgery, Dr. wondered if it had been disclosed Confections, a corner store that sold Maus said of his current veterinary and that it seems like there’s kind of everything from sundaes to toys to facility. a…maybe not black and white, but cigarettes. Woman in Town. He would also offer new services maybe some gray area, which is “I have a lot of childhood memo- of chemotherapy and rehabilitation why we revised the policies.” ries of Roots’ store there on the services, such as acupuncture and Ms. Schaumberg, who had served corner,” Chief Kelly said. physical therapy. Dr. Maus said there on the BOE for 11 years, resigned When asked if he plans to re- would be no radioactive materials from her BOE seat on September 6, build, Mr. Root said, “I sure hope on site, including isotopes. 2011. Ms. Schaumberg was ousted so.” The future of the location is in The third floor would be used for as president of the board during its the hands of his insurance com- Dr. Sabina Cherian administrative purposes, such as a reorganization meeting last May, pany, he stated, adding that he also conference room, an exercise room ironically, the same date SEE was hopes Clyne & Murphy will return Joins the Clark Office. and a break room. The basement formed. Mr. Ruban replaced her as to the location. will be used for storage. board president. The building will be constructed After her resignation, Ms. Recognized for her clinical acumen and of steel and brick with cast stone Schaumberg sent a letter to The goleader.com trim, Ms. Vincentsen said, and would Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times stat- compassion, Dr. Cherian is committed to be thickly insulated. It would reduce advancements in medicine and increasing noise and a new HVAC system will have 10 zones and be ventilated in a awareness of disease prevention in women. way to control odor. Attorney Steve Hehl said the new facility will have a state-of-the-art The Rubino OB/GYN Group consists of a team sprinkler system. of highly credentialed OB/GYN specialists The new business sign is planned to be seven-and-a-half feet tall sitting & is nationally known for non-invasive on a two-and-a-half foot high wall, solutions for women’s healthcare. Mr. Quinn said. The “logo” currently on the outside of the building and the business sign that depicts a puppy and kitten chasing butterflies will be retained in some fashion on the façade of the new building as well as the sign, Dr. Maus told The Scotch Plains- Fanwood Times. “It has such a warm and fuzzy feeling,” he said. CF Council CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 board of education and the county RELAXING…After the stress of giving the State of the State on January 17, government. The township commit- Governor Chris Christie had dinner in Westfield and stopped into 16 Prospect tee also introduced an ordinance in- Street Wine Bar and Bistro for a surprise drink, much to the delight of the crowd. creasing various swimming-pool util- Pictured with Governor Christie are proprietors Tim Boyle, left, and Chris Boyle. ity fees, with a public hearing set for Tuesday, February 28. The commit- tee additionally appointed Robert P. Donovan to provide alternate mu- nicipal prosecutor services. Two resolutions were passed au- thorizing bids for the refurbishment of the lower level of the municipal building that was severely damaged by Hurricane Irene last August. That portion of the building “took quite a Four NJ office locations in Clark, West Orange, Summit, beating,” said Commissioner Kevin Campbell. 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Page 2 Thursday, January 26, 2012 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION County Prosecutor Hires Elizabeth Police Lt. Named RVSA Seeks to Join Third Director for Forensics Lab Marshal of St. Pat’s Parade Party on Passaic River Suit COUNTY — Union County Pros- will oversee the review of evidence By DELL SIMEONE Commissioner Stephen Eisenberg ecutor Ted Romankow has announced for court reporting purposes, develop COUNTY — The 2012 Union Daniel’s side to County Wicklow. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times of Springfield expressed reservations that Matthew Gabriel has joined the regulatory guidelines for compliance County Saint Patrick’s Day Parade His mother Mary Jane’s people hail RAHWAY — The Commissioners about the agreement. “It just strikes staff of the prosecutor’s office as di- with current forensic laboratory qual- Committee has named Elizabeth Po- from Counties Antrim and Cork. of the Rahway Valley Sewage Au- me as a black hole,” he said. rector of the forensics laboratory in ity assurance reporting guidelines to lice Lt. Bill Dugan of Clark as grand “I know my father’s Irish eyes will thority (RVSA) voted last Thursday Mr. Hak responded, “We would like Westfield. maintain the laboratory’s accredita- marshal of the be shining down night to authorize the RVSA to par- to be able to pull out at any time. We are As the civilian director of the labo- tion. He will also provide expert wit- 16th parade to on me from ticipate in the Third Party Public part of a subset. At some point the ratory, Mr. Gabriel directs and evalu- ness testimony in criminal proceed- be held Satur- heaven,” he Entity Cooperation Group in con- group may grow to about 30 (parties).” ates the supervision of chemical, in- ings. day, March 16 added. “I hum- nection with its defense in the Passaic Mr. Eisenberg asked if the agree- strumental, and physical analysis of The Forensic Laboratory’s biology at 1 p.m. in bly dedicate this River litigation, also known as New ment calls for the RVSA to pay its evidence. This includes the examina- section provides DNA analysis to sup- Union. great honor to Jersey Department of Environmental share equally. Mr. Hak responded, tion and testing of controlled sub- port criminal prosecutions. The labo- Mr. Dugan my mother, Protection (NJDEP) vs. Occidental “Yes, it’s not so much my time, but stances and biological samples ratory has the ability to search DNA has been in- Mary Jane Chemical Corp. Occidental is being we will have to get persons with (DNA) to support investigative and profiles from evidence items that meet volved with the Colgan Dugan, sued for allegedly dumping chemi- certain skill sets to determine how prosecutorial efforts. He began work- the FBI’s requirements to that of con- Union County the greatest cals into Newark Bay. certain discharges affect the river.” ing at the laboratory in December victed offenders and DNA profiles St. Patrick’s Day Irishwoman I The RVSA was named part to the “It will entail a search (and) there is 2011, following a nationwide search. from other unsolved cases via the Parade since its have ever suit in 2005 when Occidental and sev- a relatively small poll of experts. As A graduate of both Loyola Col- Combined DNA Index System or inception and known!” eral companies were charged with time goes by it could become more lege and The George Washington CODIS. The prosecutor’s office labo- leads the skilled Parade day polluting the lower Passaic River with difficult. We will not be in a wilder- University where he earned de- ratory handles thousands of cases each motorcycle of- will be a family dioxins. The authority operates a trunk ness. Within the agreement, you have grees in forensic sciences and bi- year, and has played an instrumental ficers of the traf- day for Dugan waste system and waste water treat- an organization with a mechanism to ology, Mr. Gabriel spent nearly 10 role in solving many high-profile cases, fic unit that have as well as a cel- ment facility which services Clark, control that. We could always opt out years working for the San Fran- including so-called “cold case” homi- been instrumen- ebration of his Cranford, Garwood, Kenilworth, (of the Group).” cisco Police Department’s Foren- cides. tal each year as- Irish heritage. Mountainside, Rahway, Roselle Park, Commissioner Attilio Venturo of sic Services Division. There he “Matt brings a great wealth of sisting the pa- Bill Dugan He is looking Scotch Plains, Springfield, Westfield Roselle Park said, “I don’t know how spearheaded an effort to develop a experience, common sense, and a rade committee with logistics. forward to sharing the day with wife and Woodbridge. Each municipality many miles of river there is. My be- system to support forensic science keen scientific mind to the foren- “On parade day I will be celebrating Carol, daughter Alison, and sons Ryan has one representative on the board of lief is that if we dig it (the pollutants) examinations. sic laboratory,” Mr. Romankow my heritage and my wonderful fam- and Daniel. commissioners. can go all over.” He added that, “There The laboratory received accredita- said. “The laboratory is in capable ily,” Mr. Dugan said. “Having my wife Mr. Dugan will be officially in- The RVSA participation in the are too many people that make money tion in the disciplines of Controlled hands and has a new reason for and children sharing this day by my stalled as grand marshal during the Group would allow it to reduce costs out of scare tactics. The litigation Substances and Biology through the residents to be proud of this great side will be most fulfilling.” parade committee’s annual Investi- by joint retention of services of ex- will still be going on years from now.” American Society of Crime Labora- resource.” An Elizabeth native, Mr. Dugan ture Mass at St. John the Apostle pert witnesses and consulting experts The measure was adopted with Mr. tory Directors/Laboratory Accredi- traces his Irish roots on his father Church in Linden on Sunday, Feb- and joint sharing of costs for alterna- Venturo dissenting. tation Board (ASCLD/LAB) in 2008. ruary 12 at 3 p.m. The Church is tive matters agreed upon by the In other business, the RVSA board Union County was the first county Gov. Whitman Proposes Third Party located at 1805 Penbrook Terrace. A Group. RVSA attorney Brian Hak, of passed its operating budget for 2012 laboratory in New Jersey to receive reception will follow at the Clark the Weiner Lesniak law firm, told the of $25,688,480, a decrease of $7,925 DNA certification from ASCLD/LAB Candidates Through Americans Elect Volunteer Emergency Squad, located commissioners that all Group mem- from last year’s $26,480,000. RVSA at 875 Raritan Road in Clark. Ad- and the second in the state, along By SUSAN DOUGHERTY “Both parties are worried about bers would share costs equally. He Executive Director Jim Meehan noted with the New Jersey State Police Fo- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times mission to the reception is $30 per also said that, in time, Group mem- that a reduction in staff, from 60 Americans Elect as a spoiler. They person. rensic Laboratory. The county lab SUMMIT— Former New Jer- need to remember that neither party bers might change, decreasing or in- employees to 52, and a decrease in met or exceeded all 151 required For more information, visit creasing the proportionate amount of debt service, accounted for the de- sey Governor Christie Todd can win without the center,” she ex- unioncountystpatricksdayparade.com. criteria for accreditation. Whitman spoke at a luncheon plained. “There is a time when you shared costs. crease in the budget. In his role as director, Mr. Gabriel Monday in Summit to discuss her have to stand up and say ‘enough,’” involvement with a newly formed she told the audience. “You don’t Senator Recommended Fiamingo Again Nominated Irizarry Graduates group called Americans Elect, a have to become an activist,” she said. Shipp to White House Basic Training Course non-partisan, web-based organi- “Just go to the Internet and voice WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. For Superior Court in UC zation designed to nominate a your opinion. If you are a registered Senator Frank Lautenberg (D-N.J.) SCOTCH PLAINS — Army Na- presidential candidate in the 2012 voter, you can participate by taking has announced that President Barack TRENTON — Governor Chris and Workforce Development, as his tional Guard Pvt. Gabriel Irizarry has presidential race. the poll.” Obama has nominated federal Mag- Christie this week once again nomi- new commissioner of the Department graduated from One Station Unit Sponsored by the Summit/New In April or May, the names of the istrate Judge Michael Shipp of nated Kenilworth Mayor Kathi of Community Affairs, replacing Lori Training (OSUT) at Fort Leonard Providence/Berkeley Heights vetted candidates will be winnowed Middlesex County to serve as U.S. Fiamingo for a superior court judge- Grifa who has resigned. Mr. Constable Wood, Fort Leonard Wood, Mo. Suburban Chamber of Commerce down. She explained that then there District Court judge for New Jersey. ship in Union County as well making is also currently serving as acting com- The course of instruction included and the Rotary Club of Summit/ will be at least three more ballots Earlier this year, Sen. Lautenberg it official by nominating his former missioner until his nomination is con- basic military training and advanced New Providence, the luncheon, open to the American public before recommended Judge Shipp’s nomi- attorney general Paula Dowd to the firmed. individual training (AIT).The basic held in the ballroom of the Grand the final candidates for the slate are nation to the White House. Mr. Shipp state superior court bench in Essex Rochelle Hendricks, who served military trainee received instruction Summit Hotel, drew 120 attend- selected. At this point 2.8 million is a native of Paterson currently serv- County. Prior to joining the Christie as acting education commissioner in drill and ceremonies, weapons, ees. signatures have been collected for ing a U.S. magistrate judge in the Administration in 2010, Ms. Dowd after Bret Schundler was fired by the map reading, tactics, military cour- “I am a Republican — have been this initiative which has been accepted District Court for the District of New was the Essex County prosecutor. Ms. governor, has been nominated for tesy, military justice, physical fitness, all my life — and will continue to be in 29 states. Jersey and as an adjunct professor at Fiamingo was nominated last year for commissioner of higher first aid, and Army history and tradi- one. We, as Americans, however,” Ms. Whitman said “third parties Seton Hall Law School. His experi- a judgeship, but her nomination was education.Locally, Michael tions. she said, “are being short changed by don’t normally get very far,” but said ence includes service in the New Jer- never considered by Senate judiciary DuHaime of Westfield, a Republican Pvt. Irizarry is the nephew of Jo- both parties.” that the Internet will give every Ameri- sey Attorney General’s Office from committee or the full Senate. strategist and public affairs execu- seph Colon of Scotch Plains, and son Americans Elect is offered as the can voter the power to nominate a 2003 to 2007, including serving as Also nominated were Chris Cerf tive, has been nominated to the of Lined Colon of San Juan, Puerto alternative to political extremes. She presidential ticket. After a question the top advisor to two New Jersey for education commissioner. Mr. Cerf, Rutgers University Board of Trust- Rico. He is a 2010 graduate of Colegio spoke of the new initiative of which and answer period, she encouraged attorney generals. Judge Shipp also who is serving as acting commis- ees. Westfield Town Councilman Sam Sagrados Corazones, Guaynabo, she is a founder and Board of Trust- the audience to go has experience in private practice, sioner, has had his nomination Della Ferra, Jr. has been appointed to Puerto Rico. ees member. www.americanselect.org. and served as a law clerk to former blocked in the Legislature. The Gov- the Board of The Higher Education New Jersey Supreme Court Justice ernor nominated Richard Constable, Student Assistance Authority. James Coleman. who previously served as deputy com- Westfielder Richard Ralph has been missioner of the Department of Labor named to the New Jersey Cemetery Board while resident Alan De Rose as been nominated to the New Jersey Educational Facilities Authority. ERSONAL NJURY AWYER Scotch Plains resident James G. Devine P I L has been appointed a judge on the BLOOD PRESSURE, Frankford, Sessex County, Municipal Helping Accident Victims Every Day Court. Maureen McLeer Morin of Cranford, the wife of Union County Re- CHOLESTEROL AND publican Chairman and Cranford Town- ship Attorney Phil Morin, was appointed to the Union County Board of Taxation. JON BRAMNICK Former Summit councilwoman TRIGLYCERIDES: Cynthia Martin was appointed to the New Jersey Historic Trust while ATTORNEY AT LAW Maureen Ferguson of New Providence, KNOW WHAT YOUR NUMBERS the wife of former Rep. Mike Ferguson, was nominated to the New Jersey State MEAN FOR YOUR HEART Museum Board of Trustees. Lance to Vote ‘No’ On SOPA Piracy Bill Featuring speaker Peter Pasley, MD WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Rep. Leonard Lance (7th District) said he intends to vote against House Resolution 3261, the “Stop Online Piracy Act,” or SOPA. “I have strong concerns about the February 1, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. SOPA legislation and will vote against the measure in its current form. As a Westfield Memorial Library member of the House Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing and 550 East Broad Street, Westfield, NJ 07090 Technology, I fully understand that the Internet is a medium that is experienc- To register for this event, please call 1.888.724.7123 option 4. JON BRAMNICK ing tremendous technological growth. “It is my opinion that the SOPA bill, as currently drafted, is overly broad Certified Civil Trial Attorney and could discourage continued in- vestment and innovation in broadband, 30 Years Experience ultimately harming consumers and Peter M. 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That is to chop property taxes by 10 percent. will seek the Republican nomination resident of Westfield for 43 years, has “Like so many other families, my hear Governor Chris Christie’s pro- welcome news for everyone.” “We will review any plan the gover- for U.S. Senate. Mr. Kyrillos wants to been named chairman of the Board family and I are no strangers to grief posal to reduce income taxes by 10 Assembly Majority (Democrat) nor puts forth, but it must be a plan and run against Democratic Sen. Robert of Trustees of Imagine, A Center for and loss. The death of a beloved percent over the next three years and Leader Lou Greenwald (D-6th, not a sound bite. Does he plan to take Menendez (D-N.J.) in November. Coping with Loss opening in family member changes you forever fully restore the Earned Income Tax Camden) had a differing view in the the money from schools to pay for his Mr. Menendez defeated state Sena- Westfield effective as of April. and is especially difficult for chil- Credit, which the governor discussed Governor’s proposal. “Gov. Christie’s tax cut? Does he plan to let property tor Tom Kean, Jr. (R-21, Westfield) in An honorary trustee of the dren. To that end, I’m pleased to in his State of the State address. income tax plan may sound nice, but taxes increase even more? We need to the U.S. Senate race in 2006. Mr. Westfield Symphony Orchestra and serve as chair of this new healing “The governor promised that tax- it would save a family earning see a real plan, not political theater,” Kyrillos has served in the Legislature retired institutional equity trader on program coming to Westfield,” Mr. payers and businesses would benefit $50,000 per year just $80.50 and a the majority leader concluded. since 1988. Mr. Kyrillos, who is em- Wall Street, Mr. Hertell has played an Hertell said. once New Jersey’s fiscal house was family earning $100,000 per year ployed as a commercial real estate active role in many Westfield civic Imagine provides free year-round put in order. [On January 17], he kept just $275, all while a millionaires get PSE&G to Issue Credit broker, created an exploratory com- and community organizations. He is peer support groups for children age 3 that promise,” Asm. Bramnick said. a $7,265 tax break. “Under this tax On February Bills mittee in June. the founder of Westfield’s Little to 18 who have had a parent or sibling “By closing huge budget gaps over cut, middle-class families don’t save Anna Little, a former Highlands League Fall Soccer program, the die with concurrent groups for parents the last two years and maintaining his enough for a week’s worth of grocer- NEWARK – PSE&G is providing mayor and Monmouth County free- Westfield Y’s soccer camp, co- and guardians. Free support groups are pledge not to increase taxes, Gover- ies, while millionaires save enough a bill credit to be included in Febru- holder who ran against U.S. Rep. founder of the Westfield Soccer As- also available for young adults 18 and nor Christie is keeping his word.” to go on an exotic vacation. The gov- ary residential gas bills. The bill credit Frank Pallone (D-6th Dist.) in 2010, sociation, was the girls varsity soccer up who have had a friend, sibling or “Putting more money into people’s ernor is once again missing the point. will be 15 cents per therm on all is also considering running in the coach at Livingston High School, parent die. For more information about pockets will not only help them and He continues to focus on tax breaks February usage. That means that Republican Primary. Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School Imagine, visit www.imaginenj.org or their families, it will help businesses for the rich while middle-class fami- residential customers who use 200 and Oak Knoll High School and cur- contact [email protected] or (908) create jobs,” Asm. Bramnick explained. lies struggle with the highest prop- therms in the month of February will www.goleader.com rently coaches The Central Jersey 334-5723. “The hard-working people of our state erty taxes in the nation,” Asm. see a reduction of $30 in their bills. Stars, an under 18 girls soccer team based out of Westfield. He is a former member of the Westfield Board of Education, a Store Open former member of the Board of Di- Wines & Spirits Sunday rectors of the Westfield Y, and was past chairman of the major gifts divi- sion of the Westfield United Fund. A 333 South Ave. East , Westfield, NJ • (908) 232-8700 two-time, heavyweight boxing cham- VISIT OUR The items Prices effective through pion for the One to One event at Tuesday, February 7, 2012. TEMPERATURE below are Many items are in short supply, Madison Square Garden raising over please shop early. Sunrise Cellars CONTROLLED on Sale! $130,000, Mr. Hertell is also the U.S. WINE CELLAR representative for SFA Austrian Edu- the Wine Department at cational programs, a Stephen’s Min- Debit ister and organized and ran “Up With ShopRite Wines and Spirits of Westfield Cards People” concerts as fundraising ac- tivities for various organizations in Westfield. He is the past president of FOR YOUR “SUPER” PARTY the Westfield Booster Organization and the Westfield Jaycees and a past trustee of the College Men’s Club. Ketel One Johnnie Mr. Hertell has been married to his wife Kathleen for 43 years, is the father Vodka Walker of daughter Kerry Lynne LaVelle, son Darren Hertell, and Keith Hertell 2nd REGULAR OR FLAVORS RED LABEL who was killed in 1997, and the grand- Hauler Criticizes 99 99 UCUA on Fee Hike By DELL SIMEONE 1.75 L 1.75 L Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times 39 31 RAHWAY – The Union County YOUR CHOICE! Utilities Authority (UCUA) heard an ALL TYPES Corona or Bacardi Jack Daniels Southern objection at its meeting on January Rum 99 Comfort 18 from Fabio Araneo of A&S Sani- Heineken 99 BLACK 99 OR AMSTEL LIGHT, DARK tation, a private hauling company, OR SELECT 19 1.75 L LABEL 41 1.75 L LIQUEURS 26 1.75 L concerning increased tipping fees at the county’s garbage incinerator for 12-Pack carters from towns without contracts Don Simon Franzia 5L Box Jagermeister $9 Manufacturer’s Mail-In Rebate HOUSE WINE WORLD • CAB • CHARD with the utilities authority. FAVORITES CLASSICS • MERLOT on three (3) 12-Packs of Heineken or Amstel 99 “You just raised the rates from $97 12-OZ. 99 99 Limit (1) rebate per household. Rebate forms available BTLS. 99 99 99 a ton to $103 a ton [for a private SANGRIA 1.75 L in stores while supplies last. Rebate expires 3/31/12. 13 OR CANS 6 1.5 L LIQUEURS 36 hauler], and are hypothetically giv- 11 13 14 ing ‘instant tax relief’ to the towns under contract, by taking money out WINE SAVINGS BRUT of my pocket,” Mr. Araneo said. He also chided the UCUA for set- Nicolas tling with the Plainfield Municipal Utilities Authority, which had been 20% OFF ALL Feuillatte 99 charged with accepting illegal waste. CHAMPAGNE 750 Part of the extended lease agree- 29 ML ment deal the UCUA made with 750ML South American Wines Covanta Energy, the private company Buy 1 Bottle or 100 – NO LIMIT which operates the Union County Excluding advertised or in-store specials. Limited to store inventory. No other discounts apply. Toasted Head Resource Recovery Facility, which 99 processes waste and turns it into elec- ALL 750 tricity that is sold on the open market, SONOMA ALL TYPES ML is to charge haulers more money on St. Francis ALL 750 MLS Kendall Jackson 750 MLS 9 tipping fees if they collect trash in • CABERNET 99 VINTNER’S RESERVE towns that do not have contracts with • OLD VINES ZIN • CAB • MERLOT 99 ALL TYPES 17 • PINOT NOIR 14 the UCUA to dump at the burner. The 99 Westfield Leader and The Scotch • MERLOT • CHARD • ZIN 99 Cupcake 99 Plains Times, in an editorial three 15 • SUMMATION • SYRAH 11 750 ML weeks ago, criticized the UCUA for • CHARDONNAY 99 • SAUVIGNON BLANC 99 Wine • RIESLING 8 raising the rates on private haulers, 11 8 therefore making it harder for them to compete on the marketplace. BIG SIZE SAVINGS Apothic Villa Luisa In response to the editorial, John Kulish, chairman of the UCUA, in a Red Brunello letter to the editor, touted the agree- Barefoot Cellars Arbor Mist BLEND di Montalcino 2006 ment as a win-win for both the con- ALL 99 ALL 99 tractual towns and the county, as a TYPES 9 1.5 L TYPES 7 1.5 L 99 99 long-term inexpensive solution to 750 750 waste disposal. He pointed out that no 9 ML 29 ML town was forced to be part of the 99 99 agreement, and even those who are Don Simon Sangria 6 1.5 L Real Sangria 10 1.5 L not participating will see reduced costs of three dollars a ton. For participat- SAVINGS ON SPIRITS ing, a certain amount of tonnage is required by towns to reap savings. John Bury of Kenilworth, a mem- Absolut Tanqueray Gin ber of the Union County Watchdog REGULAR OR FLAVORS IMPORTED Association, has questioned on his blog if Kenilworth, which is contracted for 3,000 tons a year, still has to pay 99 99 for that amount if it only produces 291.75 L 371.75 L 2,700 tons of waste a year. Mr. Bury asked, “Where is the savings there?” Toward the end of the UCUA’s half-hour meeting, which included a Smirnoff Canadian Club 10-minute executive session, Free- REGULAR 80 PROOF IMPORTED holder Dan Sullivan, who is now in- terim executive director of the UCUA, 99 99 at least until April when a permanent 1.75 L 1.75 L director is expected to be named, 19 19 addressed Mr. Araneo’s remarks. “Mr. Araneo alleges that we are returning money to the haulers. The Patron Tequila Seagram’s 7 Crown money is being returned to the mu- Jose Cuervo Tequila SILVER nicipalities. We are not actually going BLENDED WHISKEY to send money to them. That three- dollar reduction [for the seven towns GOLD OR 99 99 99 SILVER 750 without contracts with the UCUA] is a 37 ML 18 1.75 L credit that goes to the municipality.” 32 1.75 L The towns without UCUA contracts are Berkeley Heights, Clark, Cranford, Fanwood, Mountainside, Chivas Scotch Plains and Westfield. Jameson Gordon’s • Romana Sambuca James Kennedy, former mayor of Regal • Baileys Irish Cream Rahway and a UCUA board member, Irish Whiskey 12-YEAR OLD Gin said, “This is the only thing that I REGULAR know of that is going down instead of 99 99 99 99 up. Just keep in mind the price of gas 750 Your in 1994, and it [the incinerator] also 44 1.75 L 29 ML 17 1.75 L Choice! 750 21 ML produces energy.” The UCUA’s next meeting, on Wednesday, February 8, will be the authority’s reorganization meeting. 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PUBLICATION ABCDICTIONOPQRSTDECEPTIONUVWXYZ The Westfield Leader The Scotch Plains–Fanwood Letters to the Editor — Established 1890 — Times Since 1959 DD Legal Newspaper for the Town of Westfield, Legal Newspaper for the Borough of Fanwood Taxing The Rich Needs Media and DTM Boroughs of Mountainside and Garwood And the Township of Scotch Plains D Diction Deception And the County of Union, NJ. Members of: Candidates to Set the Record Straight Below are four arcane words, each New Jersey Press Association • National Newspaper Association • Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce It’s frustrating to hear the continual Federal tax of $45 or 45 percent, with four definitions – only one is cor- Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association • Fanwood Business & Professional Association outcry about how the rich get all the which is higher than the rate on any rect. The others are made up. Are you sharp enough to discern this deception of Periodicals – Postage Paid at Rahway, New Jersey Periodicals – Postage Paid at Rahway, New Jersey breaks and “only” pay 15 percent tax other income. on business dividends while no ma- As if 45 percent were not enough, 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 jor media or presidential candidate beginning in 2013 “wealthy” taxpay- guess. If you get two – well-read indi- has defended and explained how in- ers are already scheduled to start pay- Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 vidual. If you get three – word expert. If accurate this is. ing an additional 3.8 percent on their you get all four – You must have a lot of POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at Warren Buffet made the news say- investment income. free time! P. O. 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Dwarfed For example: You own stock in a percent in taxes on their share of PAYNIM Garry’s Ice Cream Shop Is Gone company and your share of the profit investment income. Get the facts and 1. Small number; insufficiency is $100. Before you can receive this, do the math. We should appreciate 2. A thin, flat piece of metal; a disk the company had to pay Federal cor- these people for their contributions 3. A large shield used in medieval porate tax of 35 percent, or $35. So and not treat them as villains. April warfare as protection ...But Not the Memories you only get to receive $65 (of your 15 should be a national holiday — 4. A pagan or heathen profit) and have the privilege of pay- “Rich People Appreciation Day!” to EXECRATION The fire on South Avenue in Westfield on Sunday May 5, 2011, destroying the landmark establish- ing an additional individual income give them our thanks. 1. Cursing is the third major fire in town in less than a year (from ment. Twenty-one fire departments from surround- 2. Defiling of religious symbols tax of 15 percent, or $10, more on the Bob Saunders 3. Stealing bodies from graves for use April to now). It has several people wondering if ing towns were on hand to help fight the blaze, which same income. So the reality is that on Westfield in dissection there is a connection, and authorities are scrambling. burned out of control for three hours. And now, the your $100 profit you paid a total 4. A leave of absence granted a student The first fire broke out in the Hamilton House block is gone that held Clyne & Murphy and several in English universities Westfield Community Center CREPUSCULAR Apartments on Mountain Avenue in Westfield around small businesses. 1. Pertaining to twilight; glimmering 11:30 p.m. on April 3, 2011, destroying four units Fortunately, no one has died from any of these 2. Having a crimson color and rendering four others uninhabitable. A resident three fires, and the resident injured from the Hamilton Applauded for Helping Children 3. Flesh eating; carnivorous was airlifted to St. Barnabas Medical Center in House fire has recovered. St. Barnabas Medical As a Westfield parent of two teen- social outlet for our teens. Westfield 4. Having a notched, indented or scal- agers, I want to congratulate the High School student Colin Barry also loped edge as certain leaves critical condition. The second, a six-alarm fire, Center had done a terrific job with the treatment, we Westfield Community Center for deserves kudos for booking the bands raged through Ferraro’s Restaurant in Westfield on understand. hosting “The January Jamboree” this that the kids were excited to see. It is Letters to Authorities are examining all angles and bringing past Friday. The event consisted of heartening to see the Westfield Com- in top agents to uncover the cause(s). We’re confi- five popular bands from Union munity Center offering our children the Editor dent they are looking at everything in play, from bad County, including three bands from an alternative to simply hanging out Westfield High School. The students downtown or around the house. Reduce, Reuse, Recycle luck to infrastructure problems to ...? The fire and exiting the concert were unanimously police personnel from Westfield, with the help of enthusiastic about the night. I ap- Tricia Miller To Change the World mutual aid from other towns and the county, have plaud Chris Beck, the president of Westfield We can change the world by start- done terrific jobs in containing the damages and the WCC, for providing a positive ing in Westfield. In the parks, we should put signs up that say to no preventing causalities. Now investigators are focus- You Can’t Wait for ‘Mutual Aid’ littering and we should clean rivers, ing on preventing future occurrences. streams and lakes near by. There also Several from the community have mentioned their When the Emergency is Sudden should be no more dumping. To Re- duce, Reuse and Recycle we should nostalgia that immediately comes to light as a result I trust everyone remembers the oft- safety has been compromised by the of the South Avenue fire — particularly their fond make recycled arts and crafts. We stated position of the [Westfield] town, and this decision is directly re- should also pick up litter when you memories while growing up and hanging out at Town Council that the lowered num- lated to the lowered number of fire- see it. Exercise and being green at the Garry’s Ice Cream Shop (439 South Avenue, circa ber of firemen has had no impact on men. Nobody wants to remember the same time is great. Why not try to ride 1960s). It was a favorite after-school meeting place public safety. On January 16, the number of non-fire emergencies to your bike more than you drive a car? town ordered that the firemen were to which the WFD responds. Nobody We should also get recycling bins all for Holy Trinity High School students. We were told no longer transport people to hospi- talks about the effect of less firemen that the nuns didn’t allow them to go there during around the town and parks. I hope tals. on the public’s safety where there has you all participate in this opportunity school hours. Nevertheless, Carolyn Ryan still has In the past, if the emergency squad been an auto accident or where a child to save the world. her Holy Trinity yearbook from 1966 that features a were not sufficiently manned, a fire- swallows something and can’t breathe. Kate Leone, age 9 gathering of students at Garry’s. Root’s also was at man (all of whom are EMTs) would In those instances you can’t wait for accompany the emergency squad’s “mutual aid” from Cranford or Westfield that location — exactly when, we’re not sure. driver to the hospital. If there were no Plainfield. The emergency is sudden. Garrison “Garry” Nemet, a resident of Scotch one from the squad, the WFD would It requires an immediate response. COMMUNITY Plains, passed away at the age of 75 on December 14, get the ambulance and take the pa- We have quietly been denied this 2001. Mr. Nemet was a stockbroker. He owned and tient to the hospital. Now, the WFD ability for immediate response, which Boy Scout Klondike operated Garry’s Candy Store in Westfield for 14 will go to a medical emergency, sta- we previously enjoyed. This was done bilize the patient and, if the squad is with, understandably, no fanfare by Derby is This Saturday years. According to the archives of The Westfield either undermanned or unable to at- the town. This is another decision The Watchung Mountain District, Leader, Mr. Nemet received the “Seal of Approval” tend, will call on Atlantic Health, etc. spawned from the lowered number of the Patriots’ Path Council of the from the Westfield Citizens Committee for Decent to transport. of firemen and which impacts di- Boy Scouts of America will hold the Literature on April 26, 1962 for agreeing not to sell This is in no way a comment in rectly on the public safety. 57th annual Klondike Derby this Sat- or display 21 publications termed unsuitable by the derogation of the rescue squad. It is a A. John Blake urday, January 28. The event kicks statement of fact that your and my committee. Spectators in the photograph at that time Westfield off at 8:30 a.m. and is to be held in the COMMENTARY area near the pavilion in the Watchung were Karen Russo, a junior at Westfield High School, Reservation. This is a chance for the and Craig Frey, a freshman at Holy Trinity. How Many Pinewood Derby Cars scouts to show the proficiency of the Well, Garry’s is gone; so is Holy Trinity High skills they work on throughout their School, and so it is now that 439 South Avenue Are There This Year? scouting years. The scouts compete in a skills and time race through “Alas- building is no more. The memories are still there, By HORACE CORBIN Westfield, we asked several of the kan towns on the Klondike Region” though. Youth activities involving parents parents who were running the event pulling all their required gear in sleds. and volunteers are so valuable for the how long the Pinewood Derby has The event is rain or shine and all are education and nurturing of our chil- been in existence – and where was it welcome to come watch the annual dren. It helps make the whole person, started. They were puzzled to answer scouting event. and one who becomes a good citizen specifically, but the response of the later on in life. For the Boy Scouts volunteers and parents helping the this time of year, there are the kids was always the same – “I don’t Klondike and Pinewood Derbys. know, but I can remember when Dad COULD GET SODA Last week, we thought there might and I made mine, and how hard I POP FOR A NICKEL be snow on the ground to accommo- worked to shape the wood.” date the Klondike. Last year, the snow One parent said he did it as a youth AT GARRYS was too deep for Boy Scouts to be in in Linden, while another enjoyed the the middle of the fields at Watchung activity as a boy in Sparta. Still others Reservation without getting stranded. grew up in Westfield. They all carried They had to go in plowed areas. But their good citizenship traits and fond it seems like there will be mud on memories with them. Congratulations Saturday as the Boy Scouts of the to Frank and Gisele Mascarich for region hold their Klondike Derby. running this affair in 2003. The county decides how the event The Pinewood Derby is an event must be mapped out. If it is muddy, it for Cub Scouts. Most are seven years will be located on the roads. old. And yet, more than 40 million In 2003, volunteer George Gross dads and sons have such clear memo- of Westfield explained what this was ries of this childhood experience. about. Boys from the communities of Millions of mothers and volunteers Berkeley Heights, Fanwood, also have been involved. Donald Garwood, Gillette, Meyersville, Murphy created the Pinewood Derby Millington, Mountainside, Murray for Cub Scouts in Manhattan, Calif. Hill, New Providence, North on May 15, 1953. It was published in Plainfield, Scotch Plains, Stirling, Boys Life in October 1954, and the Summit, Watchung and Westfield all program quickly spread throughout compete in this winter skills event. the land. Each team uses a dog-type sled There were over 80 cars at the that is pulled with scout power. The Pinewood Derby in Westfield on that Scouts journey through the Watchung Saturday in 2003. So, a couple of Reservation woods. They are tested hundred children and adults must Union County Freeholders on their use of a map and compass to have been involved. Cub Scouts raced Elizabeth, New Jersey navigate their way to their destina- little wooden cars of various shapes (908) 527-4200 Your State Legislators tion. During the event, they are timed and colors on plastic wheels down a Al Faella, Mgr. [email protected] Al Mirabella, chair ---LD-21------LD-22--- LD-21 includes Westfield, Mountainside, and tested on their knowledge, team- five-foot-high by 32-foot-long ply- [email protected] Sen. Thomas Kean, Jr. (R) Sen. Nicholas Scutari (D) Garwood, Summit and Cranford. work and problem-solving skills. Do wood track. Each Cub Scout and dad Sebastian D’Elia, Public Info. 425 North Ave. E. 1514 E. Saint Georges Ave. they use GPS today in 2012? started with a small block of wood, (908) 527-4419 Westfield, N.J. 07090 Linden, N.J. 07036 LD-22 includes Scotch Plains, Fanwood, Mr. Gross said that he focused more four nails, four axles and four plastic [email protected] (908) 232-3673 (908) 587-0404 Plainfield, Clark and Linden. on the Rocket Derby as a boy. It was wheels. They shaped and painted the Asm. Jon Bramnick (R) Asw. Linda Stender (D) kits into cars and raced them down 251 North Ave. West 1801 East Second St. E-mail an event utilizing a rubber band with Deadlines Westfield, N.J. 07090 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 [email protected] a propeller to drive a craft along a the track. General News - Friday 4pm (908) 232-2073 (908) 668-1900 [email protected] fishing line. There still is a Rocket How many Pinewood cars are there Weekend Sports - Monday 12pm Asm. Nancy Munoz (R) Asm. Jerry Green (D) [email protected] Derby today, but it probably involves this year? Classifieds - Tuesday 12pm 57 Union Place, Suite 310 17 Watchung Ave. [email protected] actual rockets and guidance systems. Our hats off to the Boys Scouts and Ad Reservation - Friday 4pm Summit, N.J. 07901 Plainfield, N.J. 07060 [email protected] The previous Rocket Derby became their parents! In our view, these are Ad Submittal - Monday 12pm (908) 918-0414 (908) 561-5757 [email protected] the Space Derby. We believe that wonderful events for children and for 7th Congressional District there also is the Raingutter Regatta, parents that help shape happy and To Reach Us Representative Leonard Lance, 425 North Avenue E., Westfield, NJ 07090 (908) 518-7733 where miniature sailboats navigate productive individuals – all with vivid E-Mail - [email protected] “seas” created with 10-foot lengths memories of the fun. So much better, Phone - (908) 232-4407 of rain gutter filled with water. we think, than the violence of video For more information, see Regarding The Fire: see www.goleader.com/photos At the Pinewood Derby in 2003, games, the numbness of texting and www.goleader.com/help held at Wilson Elementary School in the wasteland of social media. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, January 26, 2012 Page 5 State Legislation Is Credited With Mountainside Ed Foundation Seeks Jobs Improvement in New Jersey Persons Interested in Board of Trustees TRENTON — In a release from over the past two years and will make The Mountainside Education Founda- the MEF is the active participation of all Asm. Jon Bramnick’s (Westfield) of- New Jersey a Super Bowl champion tion (“MEF”) is currently seeking per- members of the Board of Trustees. MEF fice: A new report released by the New of economic recovery.” sons to serve on its Board of Trustees. board members are expected to attend Jersey Economic Development Author- They noted: According to the EDA The Board of Trustees of the MEF is board meetings consistently, serve on at comprised of a dynamic group of indi- least one committee, actively participate ity credits a law sponsored by Assem- report, the changes to the Business viduals who work towards the goal of in all fundraising activities and prepare blyman Anthony Bucco (R-25, Retention and Relocation Assistance ensuring that Mountainside remains one before regular board meetings by reading Randolph) and Assembly Republican Grant (BRRAG) Program, sponsored of the very best school districts in the and studying materials sent in advance. A Leader Jon Bramnick (R-21, Westfield) by Asm. Bucco and Asm. Bramnick, state. Some, but certainly not all, of the commitment of three years ensures con- with saving 11,200 jobs that were at helped 26 companies in New Jersey enrichment programs that the MEF has tinuity of experience on the board. The risk of leaving the Garden State. retain 11,267 jobs. The sponsors said either completely or partially funded this board meets once a month. A total of 11 “After a decade of policies that they proposed the law as a way to make year and in the past are Raz Kids – a persons serve on the board of trustees. forced jobs out of our state, it is re- New Jersey’s business climate more program designed to provide an online There is one position currently open and freshing to see the Legislature have a competitive with other states. Under interactive leveled book library for chil- the term would begin with the June 2012 dren in grades K-2, NJPAC Arts Acad- board of trustees meeting. positive impact on the economy,” Asm. the new law, businesses can receive a emy Creative Movement program for The Mountainside Ed. Foundation wel- Bramnick said. “By working across maximum $2,250 tax credit per job children in Grade 1, NJPAC Poetry Pro- comes all interested parties to submit the aisle, we were able to help busi- retained or relocated in the state as long Courtesy of Jonathan Delano gram for children in Grade 5, and Rutgers their name and contact information along nesses open new offices and manufac- as they commit to remaining in New ON DUTY...Westfield Volunteer Rescue Squad members Dan Klibaner, Eric Science Explorer Bus – a program that with a short statement of why he/she turing centers throughout the state. Jersey for five years plus the length of Taylor and Brendan Galligan were three of the dozen squad EMTs who served at brought hands-on interactive laboratory would like to join the board of trustees to We must continue to send the message time they receive the tax credit. The the fire on Sunday. Three ambulances were provided. A Clark firefighter was exercises to students inside a 40-foot Susan Buchner, co-president, at that New Jersey is no longer a hostile amount of the tax credit is based on transported to Overlook Medical Center for a back injury. The trio stayed on scene mobile laboratory. This is but a small [email protected] environment for job creators.” how many jobs are retained, and in until late in the night when they were released by the Westfield Fire Department. sampling of the programs made possible or to the MEF box located in the offices “Just like the Giants from a few order to be eligible, businesses must Sen. Tom Kean’s Statement on by the efforts of the MEF. of the Beachwood or Deerfield Schools. months ago, New Jersey job creation demonstrate that they have a viable A key to the past and future success of The deadline is February 28, 2012. was going nowhere fast,” said Asm. offer to move to another state. Supreme Court Nominations Bucco, the ranking Republican on Assembly Speaker Sheila Oliver (D- TRENTON — Senate Republican traordinarily qualified members of the the Commerce and Economic Devel- 34, East Orange) and Assemblyman Leader Tom Kean, Jr. (R-Westfield) Bar to serve the people of this state.” IT’S TIME! opment Committee. “But sound pub- Albert Coutinho (D-29, Newark) also stated: “However, one also cannot help but lic policy like this has helped create sponsored the law. Governor Christie “Governor Christie has picked two appreciate the historic nature of these more than 60,000 private-sector jobs signed it into law on January 6, 2011. nominees with impeccable legal creden- appointments in addition to the qualifica- Update Your tials to serve on our state’s highest court. tions these men offer. If confirmed, New Club, Organization Mr. Kwon has helped lead the fight on Jersey will have its first Asian-American Lance Statement on 1,000th Day public corruption in New Jersey in the and first openly-gay associate justices on Information Now offices of the attorney general and U.S. the Court, as well as only the third Afri- Without A U.S. Senate Budget attorney. Mr. Harris, a constituent with can American. Their nominations speak whom I had the pleasure of campaigning truth to the idea that ours is a state where Be correct in this spring’s Yesterday (Monday), the White 2009. this past fall, comes from two of New people from all walks of life can achieve House announced it would again miss House Republicans, under the lead- Jersey’s most prestigious and influential the American dream. This Is Westfield its deadline and fail to submit the ership of Budget Chairman Paul law firms. The most important qualifica- “Today is a proud moment for New President’s budget to Congress by Ryan, passed a budget plan last April tion for a nominee to the Supreme Court Jersey. I call on the Senate President to the first Monday in February. that lowered spending, reformed en- is his or her skill and knowledge as an make good on his commitment from last www.goleader.com/organizations Producing a federal budget blue- titlements, reduced our deficits and attorney. The Governor has found in year to hold swift confirmation proceed- print is one of the most basic respon- debt and put the nation on a glide path Phillip Kwon and Bruce Harris two ex- ings for these two nominees.” sibilities of the Congress. Yet it has toward a balanced budget. The Ryan been 1,000 days since the United budget was presented to the Ameri- OWEN BRAND States Senate last offered a budget can people as a serious and honest Richard J. Kaplow, Esq. plan to the American people. The last approach to bringing fiscal sanity ML# 222999 time the Democratic-controlled U.S. back to our nation. “25 Years Experience” Your Hometown Senate passed a budget was April 29, But for nearly three years, the Civil & Criminal Trial Lawyer MORTGAGE BANKER Democratic majority of the U.S. Sen- Allow Referendum by ate has chosen to avoid the hard bud- getary choices working families and FAMILY LAW Voters to Decide Same small businesses must make every day. The Senate’s failure to pass a · Divorce · Domestic Violence Sex Marriage Issue plan for our nation’s fiscal future has · Custody · Child Support Assembly Republican Leader Jon led to unchecked spending, higher Bramnick (R-21, Westfield) issued deficits and debt and a diminished Residential – Construction the following statement on Tuesday American economy. regarding Governor Christie’s call Later this evening (Tuesday) the · DWI · Criminal Defense Commercial – Bridge Loans · Business Dispute Commercial Litigation for the Legislature to have voters President will give his State of the s Local: (908) 789-2730 decide by referendum in November Union address. It is my hope that Former Assistant Union County Prosecutor whether same sex marriage should President Obama will call upon Sen- Toll Free: (888) 256-4447 ext. 41349 be legalized: ate leaders to do its job and put forth, “An issue of this magnitude should debate and pass a credible budget [email protected] be decided by the voters of New plan. Only then can we begin to have (908) 232-8787 Jersey. Legalizing same-sex marriage a serious, bipartisan discussion on represents a significant change from how to best bring growth, prosperity, the way marriage has been tradition- certainty and fiscal responsibility to Member FDIC ally defined. The voters deserve the our economy. 24 Hours · 53 Elm Street, Westfield, NJ 07090 right to settle this issue by referen- NMLS ID #60061. Mortgage Loans provided by ISB Mortgage Co, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Rep. Leonard Lance [email protected] richardjkaplow.com Investors Savings Bank and Licensed by the NJ Department of Banking Insurance. dum in November.” NJ-7 Page 6 Thursday, January 26, 2012 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Girl Scouts to Hold Benefit POLICE BLOTTER At Dolce Hotel and Resort WESTFIELD AREA – Girl Scouts Chief Executive Officer of Girl Scouts Westfield time overnight, someone stole his Heart of New Jersey will host a fund- Heart of New Jersey. Tuesday, January 17, Duquan motor vehicle, which was parked in raising night on Monday, March 12, Open to the general public, “Rac- Randolph, 26, of Plainfield was ar- the driveway. According to police, at 7 p.m., entitled “Racing into the ing into the Next Century” will fea- rested on an outstanding Westfield the keys had been left in the ve- Next Century,” to celebrate the cen- ture a mix of mock horseracing, auc- warrant in the amount of $500. hicle. tennial of the Girl Scout movement. tions, entertainment and fine cuisine Randolph was picked up by Thursday, January 19, Jamaal It will take place at the elegant Dolce provided by Dolce’s executive chef, Plainfield authorities and trans- Thorpe, 32, of Plainfield was ar- Hotel and Resort in Basking Ridge. who combines seasonal local ingre- ported to Westfield police head- rested after a motor vehicle stop on The ticket price is $150 per person. dients in a fresh neo-American style. quarters. He was processed and East Second Street on an outstand- Guests are encouraged to come in “All proceeds from this event will held. ing $500 warrant issued by the cocktail attire for the event, which benefit Girl Scouts Heart of New Wednesday, January 18, Angel North Brunswick Court. He was will be a progressive reception and Jersey,” stated Ms. Brooks. Franco-Guevara, 23, of North transported to police headquarters, will include an open bar, silent and Girl Scouts Heart of New Jersey Plainfield was arrested on an out- processed and released. live auctions, mock horse races and a strives to build girls of courage, confi- standing Westfield warrant. He was Friday, January 20, Kimberly disc jockey, among other activities. dence and character who seek to make picked up at the North Plainfield Clark-Waddy, 44, of Watchung was “Our goal is to ensure that every the world a better place. The organiza- CONGRESSMAN VISITS…Rep. Leonard Lance (R-7th), center, visits Center Police Department and transported arrested after a motor vehicle stop girl who wants to be a Girl Scout can tion serves more than 25,000 girls and for Hope Hospice in Scotch Plains January 11 to tour the newest of the center’s to Westfield police headquarters. on Terrill Road on an outstanding participate in the Girl Scout Leader- 11,000 adult members in the counties homes dedicated to the care of those with terminal illnesses. Mr. Lance came to Franco-Guevara was processed and $600 warrant issued by the ship Experience. This event will bring of Union, Essex, Somerset, Hudson, express his support and admiration of the center’s work. Flanking Rep. Lance are released on his own recognizance Watchung Court. She was trans- the community together for fun and Hunterdon, southern Warren and parts Frank Brady, left, president, and Al Sauer, a longtime board member and after appearing in court. ported to police headquarters, pro- food while celebrating 100 years of of Middlesex. Together, they perform chairman of the board of trustees. Wednesday, January 18, Jessie cessed and released. Girl Scouts,” said Susan Brooks, more than 300,000 hours of commu- Rosario, 24, of Clark was arrested Friday, January 20, Mercedes nity service a year. on an outstanding Westfield war- Holman, 23, of Newark was ar- Spelling Bee Continues The Girl Scout Leadership Devel- Library to Present Program rant in the amount of $500. He was rested after a motor vehicle stop on This Evening at WHS opment program not only addresses picked up at the Clark Police De- Route 22 on an outstanding $500 the need for positive after-school and On Heart Health February 1 partment and transported to warrant issued by the Newark Court. WESTFIELD – The Junior youth-development activities, it Westfield police headquarters for She was transported to police head- Woman’s Club (JWC) of Westfield is builds measurable strengths in girls WESTFIELD – To celebrate Ameri- click on the Online Calendar, or call processing. Authorities subse- quarters, processed and released. hosting the 26th Annual Fourth and and young women that will lead to can Heart Health Month, the Westfield (908) 789-4090, extension no. 7951. quently discovered another warrant, Friday, January 20, Michael Fifth Grade Spelling Bee. Open to all more positive and healthy communi- Memorial Library will offer a pro- Library hours are 9:30 a.m. to 9 from the Roselle Police Department Edghill, 24, of Plainfield was ar- fourth- and fifth-grade residents of ties, according to the organization. gram on heart health on Wednesday, p.m., Monday through Thursday; in the amount of $500, had been rested after a motor vehicle stop on Westfield, the three-day competition For more information or to register February 1, at 7 p.m. The library is 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Friday and Sat- issued for his arrest. North Avenue on an outstanding is being held at 7 p.m. each night in for the event, visit tinyurl.com/ located at 550 East Broad Street. urday, and 1 to 5 p.m. on Sunday. Wednesday, January 18, Tasi S. $1,000 warrant issued by the the auditorium of Westfield High GSHNJ-RNC. For inquiries, call Dr. Peter Pasley will present “Blood For more information on library Blackwell, 22, of Newark was ar- Westfield Court. He was transported School, located at 550 Dorian Road. (908) 947-1712 or contact Pressure, Cholesterol and Triglycer- programs and services, call (908) 789- rested during a motor vehicle stop to police headquarters, processed Prizes will be awarded to the top [email protected]. ides: Know What Your Numbers 4090, visit wmlnj.org and sign up for in the area of Westfield Avenue and and released. three winners, in addition to qualify- Mean for Your Heart.” Board certi- the monthly e-newsletter, “Library West South Avenue. He was wanted Friday, January 20, David Rivera, ing to go on and represent Westfield ECF Requests Vendors fied in Internal Medicine, Dr. Pasley Loop,” or stop by the library for a on an outstanding Springfield traf- 29, of Plainfield was arrested and in the Central Regional Spelling Bee. recently joined the Westfield Internal copy of its award-winning quarterly fic warrant in the amount of $500. charged with possession of sus- The fourth-grade competition was For Spring Bazaar Medicine practice after being in pri- newsletter, “Take Note.” Blackwell was transported to pected marijuana after a motor ve- held last evening. The fifth-grade SCOTCH PLAINS – The vate practice in Manhattan for the Westfield police headquarters, pro- hicle stop on Aberdeen Road. He competition is scheduled to take place Emmanuel Cancer Foundation is past 11 years. AARP to Kick Off cessed and turned over to the was transported to police headquar- tonight, Thursday, January 26. There looking for vendors to participate Dr. Pasley received his medical Springfield Police Department. ters, processed and released. will be a final elimination round for in its spring vendor bazaar on Sun- degree from Robert Wood Johnson New Year on Feb. 6 Thursday, January 19, Michael Sunday, January 22, a resident of both grades on Monday, January 30. day, April 22. It will take place Medical School, where he was se- WESTFIELD – Westfield Area Papio, 42, of Roselle Park was ar- Raritan Road reported that some- The Junior Woman’s Club of from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Forest lected to be part of Alpha Omega Chapter No. 4137 of the American rested on an outstanding NCIC war- time overnight, someone damaged Westfield, Inc. is a group of volunteer Road Park Building in Fanwood. Alpha, a Medical School Honor So- Association of Retired Persons rant pursuant to a joint investiga- his fence along the side of his house. women between the ages of 18 and Admission for vendors is $38 a ciety. He completed an internal medi- (AARP) will hold its first meeting of tion with the Roselle Park Police Fanwood 40 who share a common goal of im- table. All proceeds will benefit chil- cine and pediatric residency at Saint the 2012 year on Monday, February Department on West Court in Tuesday, January 17, Claude Wil- proving their community, state and dren with cancer and their families. Vincent’s Hospital in New York. He 6. It will take place at the Scotch Hills Westfield. Papio was transported to liams, 60, of Newark was arrested the lives of others. For further information, contact Bar- was Chief Resident prior to his gradu- Country Club, located at Plainfield Westfield police headquarters, pro- on active warrants out of Plainfield, For more information about the club bara at (908) 322-4323, extension no. ation in 2000. Avenue and Jerusalem Road in Scotch cessed and released. South Plainfield and Union Town- and the spelling bee, contact JWC 17, or [email protected]. Currently, Dr. Pasley is an assis- Plains. All meetings begin at 1 p.m. Friday, January 20, Michael ship after a motor vehicle stop at Spelling Bee Chairwomen Samantha tant professor of medicine at the For the chapter’s February pro- Edghill, 24, of Plainfield was ar- South Avenue and First Street. He Black at [email protected] or www.goleader.com New York Medical College and a gram (month of the celebration of rested at Scotch Plains police head- was processed and turned over to Alison Bell at [email protected]. clinical instructor of medicine at the Presidents’ Day), Peter Hogaboom quarters on two outstanding the Plainfield Police Department. New York University Medical will give a presentation on the Civil Westfield warrants in the amount of Tuesday, January 17, a business School. He has a special interest in War and Abraham Lincoln. Mr. $1,000. He was released after post- on South Martine Avenue reported FEBRUARY 2012 EVENTS sports medicine, is an avid ice hockey Hogaboom is a history buff and has ing bail. a burglary after someone took the AT THE WESTFIELD MEMORIAL LIBRARY player and is an assistant coach in been interested in the Civil War since Friday, January 20, Kendall cash register containing $100 in 550 East Broad Street, Westfield 908.789.4090 www.wmlnj.org the Montclair Hockey Club. he was 4 years old. Edwards was arrested at East Or- cash. Hours: Monday-Thursday 9:30 am - 9 pm Friday and Saturday 9:30 am - 5 pm Sunday 1:00 - 5:00 pm This program will be free and open After the program, the chapter will ange police headquarters on a Wednesday, January 18, a resi- Closed February 20 for Presidents’ Day to Westfield Memorial Library and continue with a business meeting, Westfield warrant. Edwards was dent of the 40 block of Elm Avenue MURAL cardholders. MURAL followed by refreshments. Members committed to the Union County jail reported that someone entered her PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS cardholders belong to libraries that are asked to bring a non-perishable on default of bail. unlocked motor vehicle and re- 2/1 7:00 pm Healthy Heart Program by Dr. Peter Pasley are part of the Middlesex Union Re- food item, paper goods or personal Friday, January 20, Glen Clisham, moved a GPS unit, valued at $130. ciprocal Agreement Libraries. To item for the Westfield Food Pantry. 32, of North Plainfield was arrested Thursday, January 19, a resident 2/3 1:30 pm TGIF! Ray Charles (video) check if a library participates, ac- Dues, which are $5 per year, also at North Plainfield police headquar- of the 10 block of Montrose Avenue cess the Westfield Memorial Library may be paid at this meeting. This ters on an outstanding Westfield reported that her unlocked motor 2/4 1:00 pm Computer Class: Excel for Beginners website, wmlnj.org. To register for club year runs from September 2011 warrant in the amount of $628. He vehicle was rummaged through, but the program, visit wmlnj.org and 2/8 7:00 pm The Story of Silvia Dubois-A one-woman show to June 2012. was committed to the Union County at this time nothing appears to be about a slave who won her freedom jail after being unable to post bail. missing. Scotch Plains Mountainside 2/9 7:00 pm Computer Class: Photo Editing w/GIMP Monday, January 16, a visiting Wednesday, January 18, Justin P. player at a Scotch Plains-Fanwood Carr, 26, of Summit was arrested 2/10 1:30 pm TGIF! Harlem Renaissance (video) High School game reported that after a motor vehicle stop on New 2/15 7:00 pm Story Slam! Let’s Talk about Love! sometime during the game, some- Providence Road for allegedly driv- one removed money from his gym ing with a suspended license. He 2/17 1:30 pm TGIF! Jackie Robinson (video) bag, which had been left unattended. was processed and released. Wednesday, January 18, a resi- Thursday, January 19, Willie H. 2/23 2:30 pm Computer Class: Word for Beginners dent of Route 22 reported that some- Alston, Jr., 34, of Plainfield was arrested after a motor vehicle stop 2/24 1:30 pm TGIF! Classic Movie: “Driving Miss Daisy” time overnight, someone stole his motor vehicle, which was parked in on Route 22 for allegedly driving PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN (Must have full-service WML card) the driveway. with a suspended license. He was Wednesday, January 18, Karen processed and released. 2/1, 8, 15, 22, 29 10:00 am Preschool Storytime (3½—5 years) Grisales, 22, of Plainfield was ar- Friday, January 20, Richard Mon-Thurs 2/1- 3:30—4:30 pm Homework Help-High school students rested and charged with possession Marino, 55, of Dunellen was ar- 2/29 (not 2/20) tutor children in grades K—5 of suspected marijuana after a mo- rested after a motor vehicle stop on tor vehicle stop on Terrill Road. Route 22 for allegedly driving with 2/2, 9, 16, 23 10:00 am Tots’ Storytime (2½—3½ years) She was transported to police head- a suspended license. He was pro- quarters, processed and released. cessed and released. 2/3, 10, 17, 24 10:00 am Toddler Time (babies, toddlers up to 3 yrs) Wednesday, January 18, Menardo Friday, January 20, a resident of 2/3, 10, 24 3:45 pm Magic Carpet-For elementary schoolers Serrano-Vides, 32, of Plainfield was Forest Court reported that someone arrested and charged with criminal made approximately $6,200 in un- 2/7, 14, 21, 28 1:30 pm Preschool Storytime (3½—5 years) trespassing after the owner of a busi- authorized purchases on his credit 2/7 and 2/14 7:00 pm Family PJ Storytime (2½+ years) ness on Martine Avenue called po- card. According to police, the vic- lice to report that an individual was tim was told to immediately cancel 2/25 10:00 am Grupo ñ: Spanish Language Storytime inside the premises. According to his credit card, which he did. (open to the public) (0-6 years) police, the suspect stated that he Sunday, January 22, police re- was walking home and got cold so sponded to a theater on Route 22 on he entered the building to warm up the report of a stolen motor vehicle, and to get some rest. described as a 2006 white Ford The Family Law Department of Thursday, January 19, a resident F250. According to police, the vic- Dughi & Hewit Presents of Park Avenue reported that some- tim stated that he had left his keys one took a bench, valued at ap- in the vehicle because it has a push proximately $200, which had been button entry. A cell phone and ap- left in the back of the house. proximately $2,000 worth of hunt- Thursday, January 19, a resident ing clothing were in the vehicle, of Lake Avenue reported that some- authorities reported. Black History Presentation To Feature Slave Songs KENILWORTH – The history and enabled African-American slaves to significance of U.S. slave songs, also secretly communicate with one an- known as spirituals, will be the focus other, teach their children, record their 8000 Fellowship Road • Basking Ridge, NJ 07920 of the Kenilworth Historical Society’s history and heal their pain. Black History Month celebration on He will review the various types Sunday, February 19. of spirituals and their significance, The public is invited to attend the explain the “secret codes” within event, which will take place at the them and sing passages from the Kenilworth Seniors’ Center, located authentic slave songs. Members of at 526 Boulevard in Kenilworth. Light Kenilworth’s Union Baptist Church, Kristin M. Capalbo, Esq., Mario C. Gurrieri, Esq. (Chair), Richard A. Outhwaite, Esq. and Andrew J. Economos, Esq. refreshments will be served starting First Baptist Church and other local at 1:30 p.m., with the program begin- congregations will sing some of the 4 Lawyers, 4 Levels of Experience, 4 Hourly Rates ning at 2:30 p.m. Admission will be music that Mr. Thomas will high- free. In case of snow, the celebration light in his presentation. All designed to serve your interests in all aspects of divorce will be held the following Sunday, Parking and entrance to the including custody, parenting time, relocation, distribution of February 26. Kenilworth Seniors’ Center are located The featured presentation, “Songs at the rear of the building. For further assets, alimony, child support, college costs, prenuptial from the Fields,” will be appropriate information, call (908) 709-0434. agreements, mediation, domestic violence, palimony, post- for all age groups. It will be given by The Kenilworth Historical Society divorce changes in financial circumstances, and civil unions James “Jim” Thomas, founder and is an independent, non-profit, tax-ex- president of the U.S. Slave Song empt organization dedicated to the Mention this ad to receive a complimentary conference Project Inc., a non-profit organiza- research, preservation and interpreta- tion dedicated to educating the pub- tion of the historic Oswald J. Nitschke Dughi & Hewit, P.C. lic about authentic U.S. slave songs, House, local history and culture. or spirituals. For details regarding the 340 North Avenue Cranford, NJ 07016 Mr. Thomas will discuss the body Kenilworth Historical Society, visit (908) 272-0200 www.dughihewit.com WL 01/26/12 of original, inspirational American the organization’s website, folk music that, from 1619 to 1865, kenilworthhistoricalsociety.org. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, January 26, 2012 Page 7 Film Mini-Course on Israel Tiny Tot Shabbat to Be Held To Get Underway on Feb. 1 For Special Needs Children SCOTCH PLAINS – The Jewish Viewers will learn effective com- WESTFIELD – Temple Emanu-El This program is made possible in Community Center (JCC) of Cen- munication tools and messages to and the Jewish Community Center part by a grant from the Jewish Fed- tral New Jersey, located at 1391 speak on Israel’s behalf. (JCC) of Central New Jersey will eration of Central New Jersey and by Martine Avenue in Scotch Plains, All films will be screened at 7:30 offer a Special Needs-Friendly Tiny the Holly E. Wetscher Ma’ayan Edu- will host Step Up for Israel begin- p.m., and all will include a post- Tot Shabbat on Saturday, February 4, cation Fund. To learn more about this ning on Wednesday, February 1, at film discussion. Elliot Mathias will at 9:30 a.m. at Temple Emanu-El, event and the Ma’ayan program, con- 7:30 p.m. and running through the lead the discussion on February 1 located at 756 East Broad Street in tact Ms. Ash at (908) 232-6770, ex- spring. and Natalie Elgrabli will lead all Westfield. tension no. 137, or e-mail Step Up for Israel, a free, five- others. This joint program will give fami- [email protected]. For more informa- part film mini-course, is a grassroots Mr. Mathias is the founder and lies with children ages 3 through 6 tion about Temple Emanu-El, con- education and advocacy initiative executive director of Hasbara Fel- with special needs an opportunity to tact Carolyn Shane, executive direc- intended to give participants fac- lowships, a leading pro-Israel cam- participate in the temple’s monthly tor, at (908) 232-6770, extension no. tual knowledge about Israel and the pus activism organization working Tiny Tot Shabbat service. Families 114, or e-mail [email protected]. confidence to feel proud of Israel with over 100 universities across will celebrate Shabbat with singing, and inspire others to feel the same. North America. Hasbara Fellow- dancing, an arts and crafts project Local ‘Y’ Schedules The first film, the documentary ships trains and supports university and a snack (Kiddish). Siblings are Crossing the Line, will be screened students in defending and promot- welcome to attend. Sports Open House on February 1. It is described as an ing Israel on their campuses. To register, download a copy of the WESTFIELD – The Westfield Area in-depth view of the anti-Israel Ms. Elgrabli currently is the Is- program flyer, available on the temple “Y” will host a Sports Open House movement on campuses and dem- rael Emissary (schlicha) for the Jew- website, tewnj.org, click on February on Saturday, February 11, from 2 to 4 onstrates the blurring of anti-Israel ish Federation of Central New Jer- 4 on the calendar, or e-mail Program p.m. in the gymnasium at the Main and anti-Semitic lines. sey. In this role, she is an Israeli Director Amy Ash at [email protected]. “Y” Facility, located at 220 Clark The next entry will be A State is community representative who MR. AND MRS. JOSEPH SCOTT SCHAFFER Ma’ayan, Temple Emanu-El’s Re- Street in Westfield. The entire com- Born on Monday, February 27. This serves as a cultural and educational (She is the former Ms. Jessica Dara Farina) ligious School program for children munity is invited. film examines the legitimacy of the link between people in the local with special needs, ensures that a This free event will be open to State of Israel through an overview community and the people of Is- Jewish education is accessible to ev- adults and children of all ages. There of its history. rael. ery child. The goal of the program is will be Tae Kwon Do, dance and On Monday, March 26, the fea- This program will be co-spon- to provide all children with the op- fencing demonstrations. Children ture will be Searching for Peace. It sored by the Community Relations Ms. Jessica D. Farina portunity to be called to the Torah as also will have an opportunity to en- examines the specific issues impor- Committee of Metrowest and Cen- a Bar/Bat Mitzvah. Ma’ayan also of- joy rock climbing, Fun Junction soft tant to both Israelis and Palestin- tral New Jersey in partnership with fers a variety of family education play equipment and other activities. ians in the peace negotiations with the Jewish Community Relations Weds Joseph S. Schaffer programs for children with special To learn more about Westfield Area a focus on the validity of the claims Council, Jerusalem Online Univer- needs. These events are run in con- “Y” programs, visit westfieldynj.org. and desires of each. sity and Hasbara Fellowships. Ms. Jessica Dara Farina and Jo- friend of the bride, served as matron of junction with the JCC of Central New Financial assistance is available for Israel and the West, to be shown For more information, contact seph Scott Schaffer were married on honor. Bridal attendants included Mrs. Jersey and are held six times per year. those who qualify. on Tuesday, May 1, looks at the Amy Warsh, Cultural Arts and Edu- Saturday evening, August 13. The Alysia Farina and Mrs. Allison Farina, common values and threats shared cation director, at (908) 889-8800, bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. sisters-in-law of the bride, and Mrs. For All Your Business, Tax by Israel and the Western world. extension no. 205, or Ricardo Farina of Tamarac, Fla. The Elizabeth Pullicino, sister of the groom. Finally, on Tuesday, June 5, Com- [email protected], or visit groom is the son of Dr. and Mrs. They wore variations of sleek black & Financial Needs municating for Israel will be shown. jccnj.org. Richard Schaffer of Westfield and jersey gowns by Kenneth Pool for Long Branch. Amsale, and carried a single calla lily. The ceremony, officiated by Rabbi Miss Anna Heil, cousin of the groom, IHM to Present Program Josh Cantor, and the reception, were and Miss Siana Farina, cousin of the held at the Palace at Somerset Park in bride, were flower girls. Somerset, N.J. Escorted by her par- David Schaffer, brother of the For Teens and Parents ents, the bride wore a Kenneth Pool groom, served as best man. Grooms- duchess satin strapless mermaid gown men included Jason Farina and Kevin SCOTCH PLAINS – The Im- sexual intimacy over the longer term. with matching cathedral-length veil. Farina, brothers of the bride; Vincent maculate Heart of Mary (IHM) Par- This presentation will be free and, She carried a hand tied bouquet of Pullicino, brother-in-law of the ish will offer a special program for while based on a Catholic perspec- cream and white orchids. groom, and Gregg Pinto and Matt teenagers (over 12) and their par- tive, the broader societal message Mrs. Jamie Banks, a childhood Steinberg, cousins of the groom. ents on Monday, January 30, at 7 relates to all teenagers and all are The bride was awarded a Bachelor p.m. in the downstairs auditorium. invited to attend. For additional in- Area Physician to Give of Science degree from SUNY Immaculate Heart of Mary is lo- formation, call IHM’s Parish Of- Binghamton and a Master of Arts cated at 1571 Martine Avenue in fice at (908) 889-2100 or e-mail Talk to Hadassah degree from Stony Brook University. Scotch Plains. [email protected]. WESTFIELD – The Westfield She is a teacher of foreign language Entitled “The Love and Life Chapter of Hadassah will hold its in Syosset, N.Y. The groom, who Project,” this one-hour multi-media Goat Rodeo Sessions next meeting on Monday, February received a Bachelor of Science de- presentation will focus on the posi- 13, at noon at Temple Emanu-El, gree from Syracuse University, is a tive aspects of Catholic Christian On Tap at Rialto located at 756 East Broad Street in vice-president of wealth management teachings regarding sex and family WESTFIELD – The Goat Rodeo Westfield. at a fixed income brokerage firm in life as they relate to one’s own self- Sessions LIVE, featuring Yo-Yo Ma, The featured speaker will be Dr. Manhattan. Call for an appointment image and self-worth, as well as the Chris Thile, Edgar Meyer, Stuart William Charschan, a licensed and After a honeymoon in Tahiti, Visit our website at: www.sg-cpas.com ability to look beyond oneself to Duncan and guest vocalist Aoife board certified physician of chiro- Moorea and Bora Bora, the couple respond to the needs of others. 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732.381.4200 Q rwjuhr.com Get Better. Stay Better. Page 8 Thursday, January 26, 2012 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Audrey Sanislo, 90, Sales Associate; Pauline Feibush, 80, Active Volunteer; Girl Scout Leader and Parishioner – Obituaries – Nurse and Special Education Teacher Audrey Sanislo, 90, passed away Surviving are her sons, Stephen and Pauline Feibush, 80, a longtime volunteered for a local soup kitchen on Wednesday, January 18, 2012, at Peter (and his wife, Katharine); her Shirley LaRocque, 86, Retired Teacher; resident of Westfield, N.J., died on and other community organizations. her home in Fanwood. daughter, Jane Sassaman (and her hus- Monday, January 23, 2012. Surviving are her son and daugh- Born and raised in New York City, band, Jack), and four grandchildren. Active With College Club and Sorority Pauline was the daughter of the ter-in-law, Eliot and Julie Feibush, she had resided in Fanwood since Funeral services were held on Mon- late Isadore and Sophie Rosenberg of and her grandchildren, Aaron and 1955. day, January 23, at the Fanwood Pres- Shirley Marie Cullingford of North Barrington, Ill.; her daugh- Easton, Pa. She earned a Bachelor of Laura Feibush. Pauline was prede- Mrs. Sanislo was employed as a byterian Church. Interment followed LaRocque, 86, of Orange, Va., for- ter, Susan Schwar of Orange, Va.; Science degree in Nursing at Syracuse ceased in December by her husband sales associate at Bamberger’s in at Fairview Cemetery in Westfield. merly of Indiana, Pa. and Scotch her sisters, Maggie Mitchell of In- University, became a Registered Nurse of 58 years, Dr. Arthur Feibush. Plainfield before retiring. Earlier, she Arrangements were under the di- Plains, N.J., passed away on Sun- diana, Pa. and Roberta Pete of Se- and worked as a Visiting Nurse in A memorial service was observed had worked at Macy’s in New York rection of the Memorial Funeral Home, day, January 15, 2012, at Dogwood attle, Wash., and her sister-in-law, upstate New York. at Temple Beth O’r/Beth Torah in City. 155 South Avenue in Fanwood. Village in Orange. Sarah Ann Cullingford of Florida Later in life, Pauline earned a Mas- Clark, N.J., where she was a member Mrs. Sanislo was a longtime mem- Those who wish may make dona- The eldest of four children, she and North Carolina. She also is sur- ter of Arts degree in Special Education for over 45 years. ber of the Fanwood Presbyterian tions to the Fanwood Presbyterian was born January 27, 1925 in vived by her grandchildren, Katie from Kean University. She taught spe- Funeral arrangements were by Church and a former Girl Scout Church, 74 S. Martine Avenue, Clairton, Pa. to the late Bill and and Bethany Schwar of Orange, Va. cial education in South Plainfield, N.J. Menorah Chapels at Millburn, 2950 Leader. During the Vietnam War, she Fanwood, N.J. 07023. For additional Marie Cullingford. and John LaRocque of North elementary schools for 20 years. Vauxhall Road, Union, N.J. was a member of the Fanwood Ser- information or to sign the guestbook, Shirley graduated as valedicto- Barrington, Ill., and a number of Pauline was instrumental in develop- Donations can be sent to the vicemen Committee. visit www.fanwoodmemorial.com. rian from Donora High School in nieces and nephews. ing curriculum for special education Westfield Rescue Squad, 335 Her husband, Nicholas, prede- January 26, 2012 Donora, Pa. She also was a gradu- The family would like to thank and advocated on behalf of children Watterson Street, Westfield, N.J. ceased her in 1988. ate of the University of Pittsburgh. the staff at Dogwood Village for with special needs. 07090-3321. A lifelong learner, Shirley taught their excellent care during the past After retiring from teaching, she January 26, 2012 Henry Costantino, 82, Asst. Treasurer; school in Pennsylvania, Connecti- 16 months, especially the staff on cut and New Jersey before retiring West Ground for their gentleness Sarah Jane Broadwell, 87, Bookkeeper; Loving Husband, Father, Grandfather to her beloved “western” Pennsyl- and compassion. The family also vania. She enjoyed traveling, read- would like to thank the doctors and Member of Eastern Star, AARP, FUMC Henry “Rick” Costantino, 82, of Amanda Grace, Kristen Marie, Paul ing and Scrabble and was an avid therapists associated with the Uni- Westfield, N.J. entered into eternal Henry and Anthony Raymond. Mr. bridge player. She also was an ac- versity of Virginia Medical Center Sarah Jane Broadwell, 87, of She is survived by her loving sis- rest on Thursday, January 12, 2012, at Costantino was the dear brother of tive member of the College Club in for their care during Shirley’s ill- Westfield passed away on Sunday, ter-in-law, Charlotte Broadwell of Overlook Medical Center in Summit, Mrs. Mary Molinaro and brother-in- Scotch Plains, N.J. and served on ness, treatments and recovery. January 22, 2012. Westfield; her nephews, Robert of N.J., surrounded by his loving family. law of the late Frank, of Barnegat, the Scholarship Committee for Phi There are no plans for a local Born in Chatham, N.J., Miss Westfield and Jeffrey and his wife, Mr. Costantino was born in New- N.J.; Mrs. Lena Paolello and brother- Mu Sorority in Indiana, Pa. service. A memorial service will Broadwell was a graduate of Beth, of Iselin, N.J., and her cousin, ark, N.J. and lived there for many in-law of Nick, of Mays Landing, In addition to her parents, she take place in Indiana, Pa. at a future Chatham High School and the Doris (Broadwell) Smith of years before moving to Westfield 50 N.J.; Mrs. Catena Giacone and was preceded in death by her lov- date. Memorial contributions may Katharine Gibbs Business School. Medford, N.J. Sarah also was the years ago. brother-in-law of Mario, of Barnegat, ing husband of 50 years, John be made in her memory to a literacy She was a bookkeeper for many proud great-aunt of Alexa, Jacob He graduated from Seton Hall N.J. and the late Mr. Frank Costantino. LaRocque; her brother, Bill foundation or to a favorite charity. years with Columbia Cleaners of and Carter Broadwell. University with a Bachelor of Arts He was the love of Jacqueline’s life, Cullingford, and a niece, Anne Kim. The Preddy Funeral Home in Or- Summit, N.J. She was a Westfield Funeral services were held yes- degree in Accounting. Mr. Costantino as well as a loving father, grandfather She is survived by her son, Will- ange is handling the arrangements. resident since 1988. terday, Wednesday, January 25, at was an assistant treasurer with Inter- and uncle, and he especially adored iam LaRocque, and his wife, Juli, January 26, 2012 Sarah was a member of Atlas the Gray Funeral Home, 318 East national Terminal Operating Co. Inc. his four grandchildren. Chapter 99, Order of the Eastern Broad Street in Westfield. Graveside of Jersey City, N.J., where he worked Relatives and friends were kindly Star, the AARP and the First United services will be at 10:30 a.m. today, for 35 years, retiring in 1996. invited to the funeral on Tuesday, Stamp Art Workshop to Be Methodist Church of Westfield. She Thursday, January 26, at Restland Mr. Costantino was the beloved January 17, from the Walter J. Johnson also enjoyed the many social activi- Memorial Park in East Hanover. husband for 56 years of Mrs. Funeral Home, 803 Raritan Road in ties of the Westfield Senior Citizen Memorial contributions may be Jacqueline (Laudicina) Costantino Clark, N.J., thence to St. Helen’s Held at Township Library Housing, Building 1, of which she made to either the Westfield Rescue and the devoted father of Ms. Eliza- Roman Catholic Church in Westfield. was a current resident. Squad or the First United Methodist beth Durante of Westfield, Mrs. Interment followed at Fairview Cem- SCOTCH PLAINS – Stamp artist enjoys jewelry design and finds time Her parents, Clarence and Mildred, Church of Westfield. Jacqueline Morello and her husband, etery in Westfield. Nicole Cooke will lead a workshop to pursue her Doctoral degree at and her brother, C. Robert, prede- January 26, 2012 Michael, of Virginia, formerly of Please make donations in his on Saturday, February 11, Rutgers School of Infor- ceased her. Howell, N.J., and Mr. Henry R. memory to the Westfield Volunteer at 10 a.m. at the Scotch mation and Library Sci- Costantino, Jr., Ph.D. and his wife, Rescue Squad, 335 Watterson Street, Plains Public Library. ence, all while working Alida Griffith, M.D., of Washington. Westfield, N.J. 07090. Adults and older teens ac- as a librarian. Some of He was the cherished grandfather of January 26, 2012 companied by an adult are her creations can be King Association Reveals invited to join Ms. Cooke viewed at in a small group setting thestampinlibrarian.com. to stamp a Valentine’s Pre-registration is re- Student Contest Winners Day card and treat for a quired to attend this event. WESTFIELD – The Dr. Martin Elementary Schools Needle Nite Group Lists favorite sweetheart (or to Interested stampers can Luther King, Jr. Association of Essays keep). No experience is register in person, by call- Westfield held its annual interfaith First Place: Rebecca Whang, necessary, and partici- ing (908) 322-5007, ex- commemoration service on Janu- Grade 4, Franklin; Second Place: Meeting and Quilt Show pants of all levels can be tension no. 204, e-mail- Nicole Cooke ary 16 at The Presbyterian Church Rebecca White, Grade 4, Jefferson; FANWOOD – The monthly say we are in a nationally/internation- accommodated. ing [email protected] or in Westfield. As has been a tradition Third Place: Abigale Parker, Grade Needle Nite program at the Fanwood ally advertised quilt show.” The workshop will be limited to through the events tab on the library for the past 25 years, the organiza- 5, Wilson; Honorable Mention: Presbyterian Church will take place Knitters and those who crochet will eight people. There is a $5 materi- website, scotlib.org. tion awarded savings bonds to stu- Caitlin Haviland, Grade 5, Wilson; on Friday, February 3, at 7:30 p.m. continue to make items for various als fee, payable upon registration The Scotch Plains Public Library dent winners of its essay, poetry Eliza Weiniger, Grade 5, Jefferson. in Westminster Hall on Marian Av- charities, including several local nurs- or at the door. is located at 1927 Bartle Avenue, and art contest totaling more than Poetry enue in Fanwood. ing homes, newborns at Newark Beth In addition to stamping, Ms. one block from Park Avenue, in the $2,300. The theme for this year’s First Place: Alex Park, Grade 5, The “Disappearing Nine Patch” quilt Israel Hospital, the “Christmas at Sea” Cooke crafts in a variety of media, center of the township. contest was “Economic Justice.” Wilson; Second Place: Alexa project will be continued. The plan is Seafarers projects and prayer shawls The winners were as follows: Habib, Grade 5, Wilson; Third to complete the project by Friday, for those needing extra care. Intermediate Schools Place: Remi Soll Shendell, Grade March 2, for the Harvest Quilters’ Those needing fabric, batting or Kids Carnival to Take Place Essays 4, Tamaques. Quilt Show that will be held on Satur- yarn are asked to e-mail their re- First Place: Mark Walter, Grade Art day, March 31, at the Willow Grove quests to [email protected]. 6, Roosevelt; Second Place: First Place: Caroline Tan, Grade Presbyterian Church in Scotch Plains. For further information about these At Synagogue February 12 Brendan McEwen, Grade 7, Holy 5, Jefferson; Second Place: Mor- This show is the only one listed for projects or directions to the Fanwood Trinity; Third Place: Michelle gan Eng, Grade 5, Jefferson; Third March in New Jersey in the nationally Presbyterian Church, call the church WESTFIELD – Temple Emanu- dren under age 2. The event additionally will in- Ferrer, Grade 7, Holy Trinity; Hon- Place: Edward Xing, Grade 5, published Quilters Newsletter maga- office at (908) 889-8891, e-mail El’s Early Childhood Education orable Mention: Matt DeBenedetto, Jefferson; Honorable Mention: zine. “I am so glad that our Needle [email protected] or visit (ECE) Program will host a Kids clude a tricky tray and silent auc- tion for adults. Businesses from Grade 7, Edison; Sophia Dilorio, Paige Busse, Grade 5, Washing- Nite group has a room at the HQ Quilt fanwoodpc.org or facebook.com/ Carnival on Sunday, February 12, Grade 7, Holy Trinity; Nicole ton; Thomas Lupicki, Grade 4, Show,” said Pat Lake, one of the orga- pages/Fanwood-Presbyterian from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. It will take Westfield and surrounding towns have donated products and services Ferrer, Grade 7, Holy Trinity; Jefferson. nizers of Needle Nite. “Now we can Church/311300160969. place at Temple Emanu-El, located Hannah Prieto, Grade 7, Edison. The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at 756 East Broad Street in for the silent auction. The carnival is organized and Poetry Association of Westfield would like Westfield. First Place: Sarah Coley, Grade to extend its appreciation for com- Open to the public and geared run entirely by volunteers and is the preschool’s largest fundraiser. 7, Holy Trinity; First Place: Julia munity support from the congre- toward children ages 2 through 12 MacDonald, Grade 8, Holy Trin- gation of The Presbyterian Church, and their families, the event will Proceeds from the event benefit ECE’s program for scholarships ity; First Place: Cassie Teschner, Stop & Shop, Trader Joe’s, Will- feature games, prizes, food, face Grade 7, Roosevelt. iams Nursery, Two River Commu- painting, crafts and other activi- and enhancements. A portion of the proceeds from the event also Art nity Bank, Parker Greenhouses ties. Wristbands, which will give First Place: Juliana Yang, Grade Farm and Garden Center, UPS children unlimited access to all will be donated to the Westfield Food Pantry. The Westfield Food 7, Roosevelt; Second Place: Cindy Store and Vivian Ballard, director games, entertainment and activi- Qiang, Grade 7, Edison; Third of music at the Metropolitan Bap- ties, may be purchased in advance Pantry has been providing food for families in need throughout Union Place: Bryanna Reinhardt, Grade tist Church of Scotch Plains, as for $13 each, or $15 on the day of 8, Roosevelt; Honorable Mention: well as the community volunteers the event. Admission will be free County for more than 30 years. Accredited by the NAEYC’s Na- Sarah Morton, Grade 8, Roosevelt; for assisting in the judging of the for adults who are accompanying Owen Murray, Grade 8, Roosevelt. contests. children and $10 for walking chil- tional Academy of Early Child- hood Programs, Temple Emanu- Mother Seton Parents El’s ECE Program serves children ages 13 months through 6 years Storyteller Schram to Spend Slate Gift Auction and includes a full-day kindergar- CLARK – The Parents Guild of ten. Mother Seton Regional High School, Admission wristbands can be Upcoming Weekend at CBI located on Valley Road in Clark (Exit purchased through the ECE office. SCOTCH PLAINS – Congrega- February 11 beginning at 9:30 a.m. LUNCH FOR LEARNING…The Woman’s Club of Westfield (WCW) recently tion Beth Israel will hold a Scholar- Through her storytelling, Ms. held its annual Scholarship Luncheon at Echo Lake Country Club in Westfield. 135 off the Garden State Parkway), To purchase wristbands or for more The Chorale-Choraleers of Westfield High School provided entertainment dur- will sponsor its “Bon Voyage” gift information, call the ECE office at in-Residence weekend featuring Schram will explore that week’s ing the event. Pictured, from left to right, are: WCW President Dolores Geisow, auction on Friday, March 2. (908) 232-7663 or come to the internationally known storyteller Torah portion, which includes the Superintendent of Westfield Public Schools Margaret Dolan and WCW Scholar- Admission will be $15 in advance. office, located at the temple, week- Peninnah Schram from Friday, dramatic giving of the Ten Com- ship Lunch Chairperson Pat D’Angelo. No tickets will be sold at the door. days between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. For February 10, through mandments. A luncheon Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. and questions about Temple Emanu- Sunday, February 12. will follow. calling will begin at 7:30 p.m. For El, contact Carolyn Shane, execu- The program will be Ms. Schram will tickets or more information, call (732) tive director, at (908) 232-6770, free and open to the present “Jewish Stories 382-1952 or e-mail extension no. 114, or e-mail community, with a des- One Generation Tells An- Gray Funeral Homes [email protected]. [email protected]. sert reception Friday other” during Saturday’s evening and a luncheon lunch at 12:30 p.m. Her Since 1897 on Saturday. tales will draw upon Jew- FCC Seeks Nominations ish sources as well as Ms. Schram, a profes- sor of speech and drama world folklore. at Stern College of Ye- On Sunday, February For Marc Hardy Award shiva University, is a sto- 12, at 9:30 a.m., Ms. WESTFIELD – The First Con- shortly before he was to graduate ryteller, teacher, author Schram will present “Hu- gregational Church of Westfield from Westfield High School. He and recording artist. She Peninnah Schram mor and Hokhma With a invites nominations for the 2012 was a national merit scholar and a is the author of 10 books of Jewish Detour Through Chelm,” a partici- Marc Wesley Hardy Human Rights gifted singer and actor with an abid- folktales. Her latest illustrated an- patory storytelling experience for Award. Candidates must be young ing interest in human rights. thology, “The Hungry Clothes and all ages. She will tell folktales filled people between the ages of 16 and Nominations must include de- Other Jewish Folktales,” was pub- with humor and hokhma (wisdom), 22 who live in Westfield or sur- tailed descriptions of the organiza- lished in 2008. She also has re- including stories about the legend- rounding communities and who tions and activities with which the corded a compact disc, “The Min- ary fools of Chelm. Sunday’s pro- Begun in 1876 by William Gray, in Cranford and later Incorporated in have distinguished themselves in candidate has been involved, as well strel and the Storyteller,” with gram is designed to be 1897 as the Gray Burial & Cremation Company. the area of human rights. as concrete examples and stories that singer/guitarist Gerard Edery. intergenerational so that children, Today, known by many simply as Gray’s. We continue to provide the This award will be presented to a illustrate the criteria listed above; Ms. Schram has received the parents and grandparents can en- personal service that began with Mr. Gray, whether it be for burial or person who has demonstrated the the nominee’s résumé; one letter of Covenant Award for Outstanding joy it together. cremation. following qualities which were per- support from a non-family member Jewish Educator, the Circle of Ex- “We are really excited to be able sonified by Marc Hardy: Openness documenting the nominee’s contri- cellence Award from the National to bring such a renowned Jewish Gray Funeral Home Gray Memorial Funeral Home and friendliness to persons of all butions, and the name and contact Storytelling Network and the Na- educator and storyteller to our com- 318 East Broad St. 12 Springfield Ave. races, creeds and nationalities; in- information for two references. tional Storytellers Network 2003 munity,” said Elly Bauman, direc- Westfield, NJ 07090 Cranford, NJ 07016 volvement and leadership in organi- Nominations must be mailed to Lifetime Achievement Award. tor of education at Congregation William A. Doyle Mgr. Dale R. Schoustra Mgr. zations and activities committed to the First Congregational Church of The Scholar-in-Residence Week- Beth Israel. “Peninnah Schram NJ Lic. Number 2325 NJ Lic. Number 3707 improving human relations; personal Westfield, 125 Elmer Street, end will begin with Friday evening mixes humor, wit, songs and dia- (908)-233-0143 (908)-276-0092 dignity; a willingness to take risks Westfield, N.J. 07090 or e-mailed to services February 10 at 7:30 p.m. logue into her folktales. Her capti- for what he or she believes is right; [email protected] by Friday, During services, Ms. Schram will vating presentations have mass ap- unqualified acceptance of others; March 23. tell “Sacred Stories for Shabbat.” peal – they can be enjoyed by ev- John-Michael “J.M.” Jones respect for diversity; personal integ- Presentation of the award, which The audience also will have the eryone, regardless of age or edu- N.J. Lic. #4869 rity; caring and willingness to listen, will consist of a certificate and a opportunity to interweave singing cational background.” Director and the ability to lead by example. monetary award, will be made in with some of the stories. A dessert For more information, call the This award is named in honor of April 2012. For further informa- reception will follow services. synagogue office at (908) 889-1830. www.grayfuneralhomes.com Marc Hardy, a member of the First tion, call the church office at (908) Saturday’s presentation, entitled Congregation Beth Israel is located Congregational Church who was 233-2494 or Sharilyn Brown at “On Eagles’ Wings,” will take place at 18 Shalom Way in Scotch Plains, killed in a car accident in 1990, (973) 376-4097. during Shabbat morning services on at the corner of Martine Avenue. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, January 26, 2012 Page 9 Pushcart Players Perform at Education – More on Page 17 Lincoln School in Garwood GARWOOD – Pushcart Players, ment Workshops, Kids Do Broad- Holy Trinity Interparochial the Verona based professional the- way After School Programs and atre company for young audiences, many others are also available and performed its musical play Let Free- may be tailored to suit the needs of School To Hold Open Houses dom Ring at Lincoln School in any school or organization upon re- Garwood on January 20. quest. WESTFIELD – Holy Trinity grade school located at campuses The performances were done as an Representatives from schools and Interparochial School will celebrate in Mountainside and Westfield, New all-school assembly gathering of stu- other sponsors of theatre and arts in the beginning of Catholic Schools Jersey, is a 2011 U.S. Department dents and their teachers. Let Free- education programming interested Week on Sunday, January 29, by of Education National Blue Ribbon dom Ring (formerly known as Ameri- in previewing or booking a perfor- hosting Open Houses at both of the School of Excellence. As a Middle can Sampler), is a fast-paced musical mance or arts workshop should call campuses. States Accredited school, it is run which offers a fresh approach to tell- Pushcart at (973) 857-1115 or write The Open House for the Early under the auspices of the Newark ing the story of Colonial America and to “Pushcart,” 261 Bloomfield Av- Childhood Program, ages 2 1/2 Archdiocesan School System. For pleases a wide range of students and enue Suite A, Verona, N.J. 07044. through kindergarten, will be held more information on enrolling a teachers with its familiar folk songs, Further information, such as from 10:30 a.m. to noon at the child, email [email protected] high energy staging and colorful cos- Pushcart’s current brochure and BIRD SANCTUARY...Students and faculty of Westfield High School (WHS) Mountainside Campus, which is lo- or call (908) 233-0484. tumes and settings. study guides to all programs, may be have spent the last few months creating one-of-a-kind birdhouses. A silent cated at Our Lady of Lourdes The story spans K-8 history and obtained by sending an email to auction will be held for the purchase of the 35 hand crafted birdhouses on Church, 304 Central Avenue, Saturday, March 3, during the annual Rotary Club of Westfield Pancake Mountainside. social studies – from the arrival of the [email protected] or Breakfast. Proceeds will benefit the WHS art Department first settlers in 1620 to the new wave by visiting the Pushcart website: The Open House for Grades 1-8 of immigration at the turn of the 19th www.pushcartplayers.org. will be held from 1-3 p.m. at the to 20th century. Birdhouse Auction to Benefit Westfield Campus of Holy Trinity This spirited musical review is a Interparochial School, 336 First celebration of our nation’s birth and Street, Westfield. Wheaton College development, and brings history to WHS Art Department Teachers, staff, current parents Announces Dean’s List life in an inspiring, informative and and students will be available to highly entertaining theatre piece. WESTFIELD – A unique creating one-of-a-kind birdhouses. answer questions at both campuses, NORTON, Mass. - The following Pushcart Players is an ensemble of fundraising event has been established A silent auction will be held for the and tours of the schools will be students have been named to the professional (Actors’ Equity Asso- in cooperation with the Westfield purchase of the 35 hand crafted bird- offered. Dean’s List for the fall 2011 semester In addition, Fr. Michael Saporito, at Wheaton College in Norton, Mass.: ciation) actors dedicated to enrich- St. Bonaventure High School (WHS) Art Department, houses on Saturday, March 3, during ing, enlightening and inspiring young the Rotary Club of Westfield and the the annual Rotary Club of Westfield pastor of Saint Helen’s Church, one Eric Solomon, a resident of people through the introduction and University Announces WHS PTSO. Students and faculty of Pancake Breakfast, which will be held of the school’s three sponsoring par- Westfield and a member of the Class presentation of quality theatre and WHS have spent the last few months at the Westfield High School Cafete- ishes, will be speaking at the of 2015, is pursuing a major in Unde- arts in education programming. Dean’s List ria from 8 a.m. until noon. Proceeds Westfield Campus on “Why Catho- clared. Pushcart is in its 38th season and ST. BONAVENTURE, N.Y. – from the sales will go directly to the lic School is Still Relevant in Our To earn Dean’s List honors, a stu- has traveled over two million miles Gabriella Levine, a first-year student Fine Arts Department of WHS. Modern World.” dent must complete at least three to serve more than eight million chil- from Garwood, has been named to A selection of these houses will be Holy Trinity Interparochial graded courses and earn a grade point dren and their families. Based in the fall 2011 dean’s list at St. on view at the Westfield Memorial School, a pre-K through eighth average of 3.5 or above. Library, in the Teen Zone area lo- New Jersey, this dynamic and highly Bonaventure University. Gabriella is Area Residents Make acclaimed company brings the power majoring in Political Science. cated on the first floor, during the of the arts to life in schools, theatres Dean’s List at Wake month of February. The PTSO, which funded the birdhouses for the St. B arth olom e w A cad emy and community centers throughout the nation and abroad. Pushcart is Forest University fundraiser, will be accepting pre-bid- well known for presenting produc- WINSTON SALEM, N.C. - The ding for the houses. Bids will be The Catholic Academy tions filled with fun, facts, magic following local residents were among accepted beginning Wednesday, Feb- that makes a difference in your child’s life. over 1800 students from Wake Forest ruary 1, via email. Pre-bidding will and wonder; and for bringing a little bit of “Broadway” to schools and University who made the Fall Dean’s be closed on Wednesday, February List: 29. local theaters throughout New Jer- sey and beyond. Pushcart produc- Joyce Kechner, a resident of To make a bid prior to the break- tions provide young audiences with Cranford; Allison Sharkey, a resident fast, please send your full name, an excellent introduction to theatre of Westfield; Robert Ciarrocca, a resi- phone, email, and indicate which and the arts along with lessons rich dent of Westfield; Kathleen Esler, a house (number and name) and bid resident of Westfield. price to the WHS PTSO at in character development and hu- man values. [email protected]. The All presentations are accompanied starting bid will be $15 per house, with increments of $5 for each suc- by a study guide for teachers and a question/answer session with the cast cessive bid. Photos of all of the com- pleted houses will be made available Serving children immediately following a perfor- Full day Pre-K in grades Fully Integrated mance. In addition to Let Freedom on the WHS PTSO website Ring, many other Pushcart produc- www.westfieldnjk12.org, (select & Kindergarten Pre-K – 8th Technology tions continue to be available Westfield High School, then PTSO), as well as the Westfield Memorial throughout the school year and may NUTCRACKER GIRLS…Wardlaw- Mullan Named to 2032 Westfield Avenue be viewed by downloading our cur- Hartridge School students Mikayla Library during the month of Febru- ary. Scotch Plains, NJ 07076 rent brochure from Cole of Plainfield (left) and Charlotte Dean’s List at UMass 908.322.4265 www.pushcartplayers.org. Sweeney of Cranford performed in the These birdhouses are for indoor New Jersey Ballet’s Nutcracker dur- BOSTON, Mass. - Charlotte display only due to the nature of the Pushcart’s wide range of Arts In Mullan, a resident of Mountainside, Education programs such as Cre- ing the holiday season. Performances material used. Call for information or visit: www.stbacademy.org were held at the Mayo Performing was among more than 3,000 students ative Drama Workshops, Teacher Arts Center in Morristown. Mikayla, from the University of Massachu- Training and Professional Develop- a third grader, was a clown and Char- setts Boston who made the Fall 2011 lotte, an eighth grader, was a soldier. Dean’s List.

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By DAVID B. CORBIN wasn’t really there. We were hoping Jess Cronin, Kathleen Bond, Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times to get those fifth places to fill in the Courtney Day and Lauren Schmeider Caroline Baldwin and Ellie cracks and to swim our best,” Blue touched third at 1:58.34. Reinhardt each won two individual Devil senior co-captain Jess Cronin Reinhardt took top honors in the events and swam on two winning said. next event, the 200-freestyle, with a relays, and the undefeated Westfield Mount St. Mary’s lack of depth time of 2:00.66. Maeve Maloney High School girls swim team also coupled with the Blue Devils deep touched fourth at 2:06.19, followed received extra points from its depth squad, also allowed Coach Jeff Knight by Audrey Bangs at 2:09.09. to overwhelm the Mount St. Mary’s the opportunity to work with his Reinhardt also won the 500-freestyle Lady Lions, 105-65, at Wallace Pool lineup. with a time of 5:21.83. Bangs took in Westfield on January 17. “We had to switch around some fifth at 5:44.02. Aside from touching first in eight people and put in people like seniors. Reinhardt joined Loren Ball, Sa- of the 11 events and placing second He tried to put them in instead of rah Cronin and Baldwin to win the in six events and third in five, the some of the younger people, so they 200-freestyle relay at 1:41.51. Blue Devils collected more team would have a chance to swim against Schmeider, Courtney Han, Day and points with five fourth places and them,” Cronin said. Amy West touched third at 1:49.13. four fifth places. Baldwin teamed with Becky Reinhardt, Sarah Cronin, Schmeider “We knew that they lost a lot of Zhang, Erika Daniel and Sarah Cronin and Ball touched first in the final really big stars from last year. They to win the opening event, the 200- event, the 400-freestyle relay at David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times still have a few people, but their depth medley relay, with a time of 1:52.36. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 CHAMPION & OUTSTANDING WRESTLER…Raider Sean Cannon has his hand raised in victory after earning a 10- 9, come-from-behind decision over Roselle Park’s Ryan Merkel in the 152-lb finals in Union on January 22. WF’S ROTONDO, COUGARS CHRISTIANO, WEISS 2ND Cannon, Kalimtzis, Tufaro Jacobs Win UCT Mat Titles By DAVID B. CORBIN Wrestler Award (upper weights) at total of 139, beating out the Gover- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times the Union County Tournament (UCT) nor Livingston (GL) Highlanders, Persistence overcame resistance in Union on January 22. who placed fifth at 129.5. Cranford twice for Scotch Plains-Fanwood Brearley (B) earned its seventh (C) placed sixth with 107.5 points. High School senior Sean Cannon, straight team title with 180 points, Blue Devil Head Coach Glen Kurz who battled his way through a very followed by Westfield (W) at 153 was named Union County Coach of tough semifinal bout and an even and Roselle Park (RP) at 146.5, but the Year. tougher final bout to grab the 152-lb Cannon’s performances helped put Seeded third, Cannon won his first wrestling crown and the Outstanding the Raiders (SP) in fourth with a CONTINUED ON PAGE 13

David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times GLIDING IN THE BACKSTROKE…Blue Devil co-captain Jess Cronin glides down her lane in the 100-backstroke in the meet against Mount St. Mary’s on January 17. Westfield won 105-65. FULLER, M. BARBER, CLINE EMERGE WITH KEY WINS Blue Devils Go the Limit, Nip Brearley Bear Matmen, 31-25

By DAVID B. CORBIN cided until the final bout when Blue pin him with a half nelson in 5:30. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Devil Mike Kalimtzis pinned Nick “I was sick last weak, but I trained Bonus points and winning key Cantalupo in 1:00 with an arm bar hard and did what I had to do. I had bouts became the key deciding fac- stack at 120-lbs. him in a single and then I cranked tors in the showdown at Jonathan The first key victory came in the him. I felt him getting weaker, and Dayton High School in Springfield first bout when Blue Devil Brian then I came up with the head and on January 18 between the 12-0 Farrell recorded an arm-drag brought him onto his back,” Barber Westfield High School wrestling team takedown and a double-leg takedown, explained. and the Brearley Bears, winners of to go with a penalty point to defeat At 138-lbs, Blue Devil Nick Daunno Development is proud to introduce 4 Forest Glen Court in Westfield New every Union County Tournament Dylan Oliva, 5-0, at 126-lbs. Rotondo was expected to win but Jersey! This new home construction project is the latest offering from the Daunnos since 2006. The first bonus-point victory came bonus points were needed. Rotondo The Bears appeared to match up next at 132-lbs. Blue Devil Matt Bar- recorded four double-leg takedowns, and will be the next home on Forest Glen Court, their 3 lot sub-division backing better with their lineup and both teams ber and Mike Disko were locked in a penalty point and a reversal to earn Tamaques Park. Together with architect David Bailey, Daunno has successfully blended won seven bouts, but the Blue Devils an intense bout midway through the an 11-3, majority decision over won some key bouts and grabbed a third period. Barber began a side Eoghan Savona to give Westfield a a classic colonial exterior with a modernized interior to recreate the traditional appeal 10-4 edge in bonus points to pull out single takedown but quickly pivoted 13-0 team lead. and charm of colonial Westfield architecture while maintaining an open floor plan a 31-25 victory, which was not de- in time to catch Disko out of step to CONTINUED ON PAGE 15 that invites light, air, and style into the home. The exterior will boast Hardie plank siding, AZEK trim, and cultured stone. The interior will feature hardwood floors throughout, custom detailing and moldings, elegant cabinetry, and a gourmet kitchen with generous allowances for appliances and stone tops. The master suite includes a tray ceiling, a HUGE walk in closet, a large sitting area, and spa style bath. The first floor bedroom has an attached full bath. The second floor laundry room is strategically placed between the bedrooms. The walk out basement can be easily converted into a luxurious “man-cave.” The complete landscape package includes sod, shrubs, paver walks, retaining walls, a trex grill deck, and lawn sprinkling.

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Knight. the very talented Scotch Plains- Baldwin touched first in the 50- “There have been so many best Fanwood Raider boys, who narrowly freestyle at 24.35. Ball at 25.67 and swims during the season. After every defeated them, 88-82, after touching Schmeider at 26.64 touched 4-5. meet, he makes us aware of our best 1-2 in the final relay in a dual meet in Baldwin also touched first in the 100- times. He tries to keep us motivated late December. freestyle at 53.93, followed by Sarah by doing that. If people don’t do it, he “We are really pumped for it. We Cronin at 54.44. The Blue Devils tells us we can do better or look are still playing with our lineup for took 1-2-4 in the 100-breaststroke, forward to counties,” Cronin said. counties. Nothing is really definite beginning with Meg Myers who The Lady Blue Devils are highly yet. We are going in with a mindset, touched in 1:14.54, followed by favored to win their 20th straight showing up to compete, going there Zhang at 1:14.87 and Krysta Huber at Union County Tournament. The boys to win, cheering our girls on and 1:17.49. are looking to regain the title. In order having a team effort,” Cronin said. Lion Molly Gaynor touched first in the 200-individual medley at 2:13.51 Raider Matmen Top Rahway Indians, 40-25 followed by Blue Devils McBrearty at 2:19.73, Daniel at 2:21 and Zhang The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High Natale, 10-1 at 2:24.94. Lion Carly Witmer touched School wrestling team recovered 152: — Mike Steinfeld (S) d Franco quickly from its first loss and im- Mejia, 6-3 first in the 100-butterfly with a time 160: — Sean Cannon (S) p Christian of 59.32, followed by Blue Devils proved to 11-1 with a 40-25 victory Chavez, 3:24 Daniel at 1:04.24, Day at 1:05.9 and over Rahway on January 18. 170: — Nick Torres (R) p Luke Vuono, West at 1:08.37. Lion Katy Comer WEIGHT CLASSES: 1:47 106: — Eric Melendez (R) d JT Beirne, 9- 182: — Josue Sosa (R) p Alex Mirabella, touched first in the 100-backstroke at 3:59 1:02.97, followed by Blue Devils 3 113: — Tom Cunningham (S) md Devin 195: — Eric David (R) d Mike McFarlane, McBrearty at 1:04.04 and Jess Cronin Jefferson, 15-4 4-0 220: — Andrew Jacobs (S) p Austin David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times at 1:07.18. Blue Devil Julia 120: — Sean Murphy (S) won forfeit NOT JUST A SHOOTER BUT A THIEF…Raider Taylor Sebolao, left, snatches the ball away from a Golden Eagle and prepares 126: — Brian Lapham (S) d Isaac Jackson, 5:26 Diamantopolous touched fifth at Hwt: — Anthony Tufaro (S) p Josh to take the ball down court. Sebolao, who made three steals, also had a game-leading 21 points, including five 3-pointers, 1:09.27. Valentin, 4-3 132: — Matt Harnett (S) p Brandon Nunnaly, 3:38 The Union County Tournament will Daniel, 1:08 begin this Sunday, January 29, at 138: — Aly Hafez (R) d Jeff Lieblich, 8- SEBOLAO 21 PTS, 9 BOARDS; HARPER 11 PTS, 4 STEALS Rutgers Pool, so according to Jess 6 OT Probitas Verus Honos Cronin, the team’s progress has con- 145: — Justin Becker (R) md Dion Local Touch…Global Reach Raider Lady Cagers Paralyze Marketing New Jersey Real Estate at the Highest Level © Morris Knolls Cagers, 48-31 WESTFIELD, NJ By DAVID B. CORBIN finished with 10 points. Coach Ryan said. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times “We have established that we have “She’s just quick. She pretty much Morris Knolls entered the Scotch some freshmen who are unstoppable, starts our offense, and she’s one of Plains-Fanwood (SPF) High School and we have a junior who is really tall, our sparks on defense, along with gym on SPF Boosters Quarter Dip so once we start hitting shots on the Alyssa Riporti. She sets the tempo for night, January 20, boasting a 9-4 outside, they will start pressuring us our game,” Sebolao said. record, but the Lady Raiders basket- then we will be able to penetrate the Riporti finished with two steals, ball team hit them early with a 1-2 middle and dump it off,” Sebolao said. two points, two rebounds and two punch of outside/inside shooting and “We know what Taylor is capable assists. Guard Madison Maisel came danced to a 48-31 victory. of. She’s got the green light to shoot. off the bench, banged a 3-pointer, Junior guard Taylor Sebolao took Today she was feeling it and really grabbed three rebounds and added a care of the outside shooting and fin- got us off on a great start,” Raider pair of assists. Junior forward Tara ished with a game-high 21 points, Head Coach Jen Ryan said. Sweeney had four rebounds and an including five 3-pointers. Sebolao, Dwumfour, who had six rebounds, assist. Alexis Venable had a point, a who also led with nine rebounds, two blocked shots and two steals, tipped ball and a rebound. added three steals and a pair of as- also returned the favor to Sebolao Sebolao, on an assist from sists, which she shuffled into 6’1” and finished with four assists. Dwumfour, began the game with a 3- freshman Thabitha Dwumfour, who “They are starting to have a feel for pointer, which ignited a 12-0 run, each other. 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Y they are going to collapse in on our “It’s important to mix kids in. When big people. Our guards have to hit you have a 20-point lead, you can’t those open shots,” Coach Ryan said. just keep everybody in with four min- Sophomore guard Katie Harper also utes left. This is a good team, so they gave the Golden Eagles headaches saw some daylight, and they took with her slight of hand. Harper com- advantage of it,” Coach Ryan said. mitted five acts of theft and finished “I think it was more because we are with 11 points, three assists and three very young, so we don’t take pressure rebounds. very well, but that’s what we have been “Katie is so fast! She’s faster than working on in practice,” Sebolao said. she even knows she can be. She’s got “We moved the ball very well. With that speed, and she’s still growing in each game, we are maturing a little bit to understanding how to use it. When more,” Coach Ryan added. she turns it on, it’s scary, because you Morris Knolls 1 5 10 15 31 know she’s going to get to that ball,” Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 18 13 10 7 48

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David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times By DAVID B. CORBIN bounds. (2 rebounds, 1 point) dished out his CONTROLLING FROM THE TOP…Blue Devil Mike Kalimtzis, top, controlled Highlander Ryan Morrison throughout Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times “I wanted them to execute well. second assist in the quarter). the entire second period and grabbed the 120-lb crown with a 2-1 victory. Head Coach Daryl Palmieri had the We played a little lazy defensively in “We were able to pull away in the luxury of allowing his entire bench the the first quarter, but I really wanted second quarter. We took care of busi- verted a single to double-leg takedown to reach the 120-lb finals to face GL’s kids have as seniors,” Cougar Head opportunity to get ample playing time this to be a chance for a lot of guys to ness in the third, and that gave us the to tie the score. Barber let Cannon Ryan Morrison (UCT 112-lb champ Coach Pat Gorman said of Murray. when the Westfield High School boys get some time,” Coach Palmieri said. chance for a lot of these guys to get escape in order to work a takedown in 2011). Kalimtzis recorded a low Raider heavyweight Anthony basketball team hosted the Barack The Blue Devils’ defense clicked some time. They put in the time and for a victory, but Cannon held on for double-leg takedown in the first pe- Tufaro pinned his first opponent with Obama Charter School Green Hor- loudly in the second quarter, limiting CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 a 4-3 win. riod and controlled Morrison from a corkscrew (Jimmy John) in 2:21, nets from Plainfield on January 19. the Green Hornets to just four points, “My goal was to stop Colin the the top position the entire second then faced Linden’s (L) Sumir Burns But first the Blue Devils’ starting while the offense gushed in 21 points, Lady Blue Devils Ice whole match, work hard, and it period to earn a 2-1 victory. known for his dangerous head throw, team had to take care of business to which was distributed among nine worked out for me in the end. He’s “It felt good to come out with a but Tufaro began with a takedown get a sizable lead, and they did, grab- players. Sophomore Dave Kane (2 Comet Cagers, 57-28 tough! I am looking to see him again win. I really didn’t get to wrestle the and controlled him from the top posi- bing a 39-12, halftime lead en route steals, rebound) came off the bench Freshmen Jackie Knapp (two 3- in districts,” Cannon said. match the way I wanted to wrestle. I tion en route to a 5-1 victory and a trip to an 81-25 victory. and scored five points, but he also set pointers, 4 free throws) and Lilly His title bout was to be against wanted to get a takedown early. Set to the finals. Blue Devil seniors Ozan Yucetepe up sophomore Mike Androconis (3 Scott (3-pointer, 6 free throws) buck- heavily favored Bryan Merkel (RP). the tone of the match, because we “He was ready to move. I just and Nate Mitchell each sank eight steals, 2 rebounds, 2 assists) on two- eted 18 points and 15 points, respec- “He and I used to battle. We would have them next week in a dual meet. ducked out of it. When you get a big points in the first quarter, which straight lay-ups. Junior Keegan Hess tively, to lead the Westfield High go back and forth. Hopefully I will I wanted to keep my weight on him guy, and you put 285-lbs on top of Westfield won, 18-8. But the 0-9 (3 steals) netted four of his eight School girls basketball team to a 57- get a good match,” Cannon said. on top, make sure he didn’t get points. him, it is a lot of work to keep off,” Green Hornets matched the 4-9 Blue points in the quarter, and junior Henry 28 victory over the Hillside Comets Merkel came out like a ball of fire He was tough on bottom. He did a lot Tufaro explained. Devils point-for-point for the first Smith came off the bench to contrib- on January 19. Senior Carolyn and recorded three takedowns to seize of rolls, sit-outs and switches,” Looking to his title bout with Mike five minutes until Mitchell fed ute an assist and a free throw. Maguire scored seven points, while a 6-2 lead entering the second period, Kalimtzis said. Christian (B), Tufaro said, “I have Yucetepe on a pair of lay-ups and Yucetepe, Mitchell and senior freshmen Jamie Miller and Megan but Cannon repeatedly fired back. Cougar freshman Gavin Murray, never wrestled him before. I am pretty followed with his second 3-pointer Aswad Turner (2 steals, 2 rebounds) Mondon each scored five points for Merkel tired physically then mentally after losing to Morrison in the semi- sure it’s going to be a good match. It of the quarter. Yucetepe (3-for-3 free saw to it that the Blue Devils had the 4-8 Blue Devils. Carly Friedman until Cannon cut his lead to 9-8. Sec- finals, rebounded to defeat Andy will definitely go the full six min- throws) finished with a game-high 19 complete control with nine points, had four points and Emily Brucia had onds before the buzzer, Cannon swept Santamaria (RP), 7-1, to place third. utes.” points, seven rebounds and two steals, six points and four points, respec- three points. in for the takedown to win 10-9. “It is good to see him bounce back Tufaro was correct! Tufaro con- and Mitchell (3-for-5 free throws) tively, in the third quarter to expand Westfield 23 12 18 4 57 “I just wanted it more. During the from a loss. Morrison is a tough se- CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 finished with 14 points and four re- the lead to 64-19. Shakespeare Nelson Hillside 12 5 4 5 28

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Rahway 65, 9 Elizabeth 55, 10. bait him for a pancake maneuver. Christian in the semis, but he finished In his final bout against Cougar sal, a takedown and a two-point near- bounced back from a loss to top- Plainfield 52, 11. Union (U) 50, 12 seeded John Balboni to defeat Phil Johnson (J) 49, 13. Summit (S) 46, 14. “I had to keep him down. I was third winning by injury default. Jeff Weiss, Jacobs saved his best for fall to win, 8-3. New Providence (NP) 35 trying to make him make a mistake, Raider senior Andrew Jacobs used last with a single-leg back-trip Raider Dom Natale, who lost to Woods (RP), 5-1, to place third at 160-lbs BOUT SEQUENCE: so I could work off of it,” Tufaro his hips for walkover takedowns to takedown to a pin in 5:19 Floyd, 12-6, in the semis, finished 182: — Vic Pozsonyi (RP) d Zach explained. record a 5:53 fall in his first bout at “I had a single leg in. He was sup- third with a 7-1 win over Smith. “I got beat by Loevsky [Roselle Heissler (GL), 7-1 Tufaro escaped and added a 220-lbs and had some success with it ported by his other leg, so I swept it Cougar JP Christiano won his first Park] a couple of weeks ago in a 195: — Anthony Tancs (B) d AJ Iarussi takedown in the third period to grab a in his 7-4 victory over Union’s Jake out. He fell to a pin and I held it,” bout by tech fall at 182-lbs, then match that I was hoping to win, but I (S), 1-0 didn’t. It meant a lot to me to get this 220: — Jacobs (SP) p Weiss (C), 5:19 3-0 victory and the crown. Cocchairella in the semis. Jacobs said. “It’s great that I can slipped in to record three takedowns Hwt: — Tufaro (SP) d Christian (B), 3-0 “It was a lot of hard work in the “It was a tough match. I like to share it [UCT title] with one of my and an escape to defeat Blue Devil win over Woods. Barber beat him 106: — Nick DeMarco (B) d Nick Tekula room with my coach really helps, work them, but if they don’t work, it’s training partners, because he pushes Brian Bulger, 7-4, in the semis. Bulger earlier in the season. I wanted to (L), 5-3 because he makes me do stand-ups not that big of a deal,” Jacobs said. me a lot in practice.” finished fourth. prove myself to my coaches and to 113: — John Mele (GL) p Gabe my family that I can really work hard Magalhaes (L), 1:26 all day,” Tufaro said. Looking to the title bout, Jacobs Weiss defeated second-seeded Ed “I knew I could get in on my shots. 120: — Kalimtzis (W) d Morrison (GL), 2-1 Blue Devil heavyweight Kyle said, “I don’t really pay attention to Olenick (Johnson) in the semis to I had to set them up right then get my and take home a top-3 today,” 126: — Nick Abbott (S) d Isaac Valentin reach the finals. finishes. He has long legs, so I needed DeLouisa said. (R), 3-0 Blue Devil Nick Rotondo won his to get in there. I just wanted to wrestle Balboni defeated Shane Haddad 132: — Ryan Hoy (GL) p Brendan Leary (GL), 8-6, for the title. (RP), 5:34 Blue Devil Boys Defeat Obama opening bout, 3-1, recorded a pair of under control. Get ready for my final 138: — Floyd (E) d Rotondo (W), 8-3 takedowns and a reversal to defeat match. I got [Joey] Balboni [B]. He’s Blue Devil Ellis Opoku defeated 145: — Lospinoso (B) d Becker (R), 6-1 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 Dan Smith (New Providence), 6-1, to a good kid. I will see him again this Raider Mike Steinfeld, 5-3, to place 152: — Cannon (SP) d Merkel (RP), 10-9 effort every day and don’t get to see last year, and hopefully we will get reach the 138-lb finals. year, so I want to get the victory to third at 145-lbs. Nick Lospinoso (B) 160: — Balboni (B) d Haddad (GL), 8-6 as much action on the court. I was something out of him as a senior. He “He gave me a lot of open looks. I help in seedings,” said Christiano, won the title with a 6-1 win over 170: — Balboni (B) d Christiano (C), 5-2 happy for them today,” Coach has been working hard all year. He is had to get around him, and I took who added, “He is great on his feet. Justin Becker (Rahway). Raider Tom THIRD PLACE: Palmieri said. a guy who has the potential to step on Cunningham defeated Hugo Parraga 106: — John DeVito (RP) won fall what I had. In the second period, he My coach and I have been talking 113: — Cunningham (S) won 3-1 Coach Palmieri had to be especially the court for us next year,” Coach was riding a little high. He tried to go about it. We have a game plan. We (RP), 3-1, for third at 113-lbs. Raider 120: — Murray (C) won 7-1 happy when the bench players stung Palmieri said of Demers’ rebounding around, so I caught him in the air and will see if it works.” Brian Lapham defeated Ralph Stadler 126: — Lapham (S) won 9-2 the Green Hornets, 25-7, in the final performance. capitalized on his mistakes,” Rotondo Balboni fought off two potential (Elizabeth), 9-2, for third at 126-lbs. 132: — Disco (B) won 2-1, 3 OT quarter. Tom Malley (3 rebounds, steal) Leon Johnson led the Green Hor- Blue Devil Kieran Cline (182-lbs) 138: — Natale (SP) won 7-1 explained. takedowns and recorded two himself 145: — Opoku (W) won 5-3 scored seven of his 11 points in the nets with nine points, including a 3- His title bout would be against a placed fourth. Blue Devil Matt Bar- 152: — Barber (W) won 6-0 quarter. Freshman Sean Elliott and pointer. Nasir Clark scored seven very physical D’Ondre Floyd (Eliza- See More UCT Wrestling ber got stung, 2-1, in three overtimes 160: — DeLouisa (W) won 5-1 Vin Molineri each scored four points, points, and Estevan Soliven sank five beth). “I got to make sure I wrestle to place fourth at 132-lbs. 170: — Foster (L) won 3-1 and junior Eric Demers (2 points) points. Photos – goleader.com 182: — Velez (B) won 4-0 my match. Tire him out a lot, and in TEAM TOTALS: 195: — Knight (P) won 10-8 pulled five rebounds in the quarter. Barack Obama 8 4 7 6 25 the third period dominate him,” Ballyhoo Sports 1. Brearley 180, 2. Westfield 153, 3. 220: — Cocchairella (U) won 7-1 “He had a nice game. He was a JV Westfield 18 21 25 17 81 Rotondo said. Roselle Park 146.5, 4. Scotch Plains- Hwt: — Kania (W) won injury default View Thousands of Homes and Open Houses Online

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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, January 26, 2012 Page 15 Local High School Swimming Results: Boys Swim Results: January 19: WESTFIELD 135, PLAINFIELD 35 200 medley relay: W (Max Shin, Ryan Hobson, Gavin Conlon, Alex Bond) 1:53.21 200 free: Tim York (W) 2:03.82 200 IM: Sean Beattie (W) 2:17.74 50 free: Kevin Oster (W) 24.47 100 fly: Aram Barmakian (W) 1:01.48 100 free: Lawrence Keating (W) 54.8 500 free: Matt Trinkle (W) 5:25.21 200 free relay: W (Stephen Husch, Francis Wong, John Marshmon, John Lindros) 1:38.9 100 back: Dan Myers (W) 1:01.2 100 breast: Shin (W) 1:05.89 400 free relay: W (Beattie, Sam Hays, Keating, Trinkle) no time listed SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD 105, NEW PROVIDENCE 65 200 medley relay: N (Harry Clewell, Evan Manuella, Justin Patel, Patel) 1:54.11 200 free: Ryan Henkels (S) 2:01.91 200 IM: Clewell (N) 2:12.59 50 free: Matt DeBiasse (S) 24.98 100 fly: Adam Bransky (S) 1:00.03 100 free: Nick Sorace (S) 54.57 500 free: Matt Marino (S) 5:39.37 200 free relay: S (Andrew DeBiasse, Sorace, Ryan McKenna, Matt DeBiasse) 1:52.51 David B. Corbin (February 1, 2007 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times DEADLY ON THE COURT…Blue Devil senior Mike Venezia scored 29 points, 100 back: Clewell (N) 1:00.66 David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times 100 breast: Henry Chang (S) 1:11.07 APPLYING A HAMMER…Blue Devil Brian Farrell, top, applies a hammerlock on Bear Dylan Oliva in their 126-lb bout. including six 3-pointers, against Kearny on January 25, 2007. 400 free relay: S (Andrew Warne, Farrell earned a 5-0 decision. McKenna, Bransky, Dean DeBonis) 3:52.99 D. Blair Corbin’s Girls Swim Results: Blue Devil Matmen Nip Brearley Bears, 31-25 January 19: SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD 110, CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 NEW PROVIDENCE 60 200 medley relay: S (Talia Paradiso, One of the Bears’ top wrestlers, arm,” Cline explained. the pressure was on freshman John Blue Devils Raiders Caitlin English, Maggie O’Brien, Nicole Nick Lospinoso, stepped onto the mat Another key bout came at 195-lbs, Fuller, who stepped on the mat to face DePaola) 2:03 at 145-lbs to face Ellis Opoku. but this time, the Bears took advan- 200 free: English (S) 2:06.21 Frank Chessa at 106-lbs. Fuller quickly 200 IM: Kelly Carroll (N) 2:25.8 Lospinoso perfected several head tap tage when Anthony Scorese recorded recorded a double-leg takedown, but 50 free: O’Brien (S) 27.4 to double-leg takedowns and an es- four takedowns to defeat Nick by the end of the second period and 100 fly: Carroll (N) 1:03.31 cape to seize an 11-3, majority deci- Knepper, 8-4. The 220-lb bout was with a few last-second calls in his 100 free: Jodie Thompson (S) 57.4 sion. Colin Barber pushed Westfield’s another case of minimizing losses and 500 free: Lesia Olesnyckyj (N) 5:4581 favor, Chessa gained a 6-4 lead. Fuller’s Walk Down Memory Lane 200 free relay: N (Caroline van lead to 16-4 when he recorded a sweep Blue Devil Ozan Oral managed to determination and conditioning pre- Kimmenaede, Sarah Carlson, Carroll, single takedown, a single step over yield just one bonus point to Anthony vailed in the third period when he From the archives of The Westfield January 23, 2002: The Blue Devil Megan Sullivan) 1:50.8 takedown and an escape to a double- Tancs in a 19-6, majority decision. added a pair of takedowns and two wrestling team came up with a scorch- 100 back: Caroline Lesce (S) 1:08.02 leg takedown to defeat Anthony The heavyweight bout was a Leader and The Scotch Plains- 100 breast: Morgan Bransky (S) 1:20.2 near-falls to win, 13-7. Fanwood Times – www.goleader.com ing 36-34, come-from-behind win 400 free relay: S (Brenda Ho, Emma Scarillo, 7-4, at 152-lbs. tossup, and Bear Mike Christian won “I went in there thinking I could January 28, 1999: A healthy Nikki over visiting Cranford. Wrestling up Sherry, Melissa Harris, Jacyln Two state top-8 ranked Bears were the toss with an escape in the third beat him. I just went out there and McCoy fired in 19 points as the Scotch a weight class at 152, Danny Cirincione) 4:17.4 next, John Balboni (160-lbs) and Joey period to defeat Kyle Kania, 1-0, and wrestled my match. Got a couple of Plains-Fanwood High School girls MacDonald upped his record to 12-4 WESTFIELD 139, PLAINFIELD 39 Balboni (170-lbs), so the Blue Devils to tie the team score, 22-22, with bad calls, but I just kept on going. basketball team smothered the Blue with an 8-3 decision over Chris 200 medley relay: W (Mady Cannone, needed to minimize their losses in three bouts remaining. Finally, I got him in a headlock. From D’Ambola in the final bout to give 8- Julia Diamantopolous, Courtney Han, these bouts, and did by ceding only The Blue Devils needed to win two Knights of Irvington, 43-26, in Scotch Meghan Myers) 2:06.56 there he just gave up, and I took over. Plains. Senior Christine Bowers 3 Westfield its most stunning victory 200 free: Savannah Llewllyn (P) 2:06.05 one bonus point in each bout. John bouts, because a tie in the team score This is big for me, being a freshman helped keep the momentum on the of the season. Sophomore Lee 200 IM: Jessica Cronin (W) 2:27.97 recorded six takedowns to record a would give the victory to the Bears and helping out our team,” Fuller said. Raiders’ side by creating five of their Tomasso notched a 17-2, technical 50 free: Kathleen Bond (W) 27.97 12-4, majority decision over Mike due to a criteria (8 bout wins to 6), so At 113-lbs, Bear Nick DeMarco 15 steals. fall over Ed Aranzuzu. Junior Joe 100 fly: Llewllyn (P) 1:02.99 DeLouisa, and Joey put on a takedown recorded a 5-1 decision over Anthony 100 free: Courtney Day (W) 58.22 PUBLIC NOTICE January 23, 1999 (An infamous DeCampo clamped 119-lb. Mike 500 free: Maeve Maloney (W)5:46.73 clinic to grab a 19-7, majority deci- Aldana to tie the team score at 25-25, date): A rarity occurred when the Dillon in 1:38 with a cradle. 200 free relay: W (Kelly Kalis, Becky sion over Brian Bulger. TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS but Kalimtzis added the icing on the Caldwell wrestling team entered January 25, 2003: The 10-0 Zhang, Lena Morello, Ellie Reinhardt) A toss-up bout was next at 182-lbs, ALCOHOL BEVERAGE CONTROL cake with his stack at 120-lbs. Roselle Park Panthers maneuvered 1:54.05 between Blue Devil Kieran Cline and Westfield and soundly defeated the 100 back: Myers (W) 1:09.22 Take notice that application has been “It really came down to who could Blue Devils, 73-(-1). The Blue Dev- their weight classes just right to edge 100 breast: Allie McBrearty (W) 1:17 Jeff Velez, winner at the Mustang made to the Township Committee of the pick up the bonus points, and who ils ceded six matches (36 points) via the Raider matmen, 34-29, before a 400 free relay: W (Kyla Gargiulo, Day, Classic Tournament. Velez had a 5-4 Townshipof Scotch Plains to transfer to could make sure that we didn’t give Alex Karpadia, Sarah Cronin) 4:13.6 lead after the first period and added a U&S Liquor Holdings, LLC, about to be forfeit and dropped the remaining packed house at Ralph Williams Gym trading as ParkBeverage, for the premises up many bonus points,” Cline said. eight. In addition, both teams were in Roselle Park. Sophomore Marc See it all on the web in color . . . takedown in the second, but Cline located at 1923 Westfield, Avenue, Scotch “We went in there with a game plan penalized one-team point for Fabiano bumped up from his 189-lb. escaped then slammed Velez to his Plains, New Jersey 07076, the Plenary and did not stick to it. We had some unsportsman-like conduct. class to 215-lbs. and executed one of www.goleader.com back to record a fall in 3:58, giving Retail Distribution License No. 2016-44- places where we were expecting points. the most fabulous lateral drops in Westfield a 22-12 lead. 010-006 heretofore issued to DeMaio Bev- January 28, 2000: Good things PUBLIC NOTICE erage, Inc., trading as Park Beverage for We did not get them. However, we had were seen; however, more was needed decades to flatten strongman Chris “My coach said we needed the win, the premises located at 1923 Westfield, other kids step up. Kieran Cline bailed as the Blue Devil wrestling team was Bouthoutsos. DISTRICT COURT but we really need bonus points. The Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076. us out big. Obviously John Fuller bailed January 26, 2004: The Blue Devil MECKLENBERG COUNTY pin helped us out a lot. He was tired, The name and address of the member of out-pointed by Union, 58-24, in NORTH CAROLINA us out. We told them every point is Westfield. The good things came in girls captured the Union County in- but he was a very funky individual. U&S Liquor Holdings, LLC, a Limited going to matter. We really limited the TO: BETSABE M. MUNOZ, the above LiabilityCompany of the State of New Jer- the names of Joe DeCampo, John door track and field crown at Dunn He tried a lot of rolls, and I almost got sey, is as follows: damage they could have done. This named Respondent: turned, but I took him by the head and Leonardis, Jim Villane and Brian Center in Elizabeth. In the 880, Emily Take notice that a pleading seeking re- Sanjay Patel was a team effort,” Blue Devil Head Williams as each seized impressive MacNeil crossed first at 2:31.0 fol- lief against you was filed on MAY 19, 2011, Sole and Managing Member Coach Glen Kurz said. victories. lowed by Annie Onishi at 2:31.5 and in an action entitled MUNOZ V. MUNOZ PUBLIC NOTICE 6 Reynolds Court (11 CVD 9752) in the District Court of BOUT SEQUENCE: Meg Driscoll at 2:31.9. In the 4x440, BOROUGH OF FANWOOD Edison, New Jersey 08820 January 27, 2001: Control of the Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. 126: — Farrell (W) d Oliva, 5-0 PLANNING BOARD boards and effectiveness with inside MacNeil finished her leg in 1:06.9, The nature of the relief sought is as fol- OBJECTIONS, if any, should be made 132: — M. Barber (W) p Disko, 5:30 passing earned the Raider girls bas- Driscoll’s time was 1:08.5, Mika Cruz lows: Plaintiff is seeking to terminate child Notice is hereby given that the PLAN- immediately in writing to: Bozena Lacina, 138: — Rotondo (W) md Savona, 11-3 support. NING BOARD OF THE BOROUGH OF Clerk, Township of Scotch Plains, Munici- 145: — Lospinoso (B) md Opoku, 11-3 ketball team a, 53-29, victory over J. was timed at 1:10.5 and Onishi was pal Building, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch 152: — C. Barber (W) d Scarillo, 7-4 timed at 1:05.3 to win the event with You are required to make defense to FANWOOD, after public hearing on No- P. Stevens in Edison. The victory also such pleading not later than MARCH 7, vember 14, 2011, granted approval for Plains, NewJersey 07076. 160: — Balboni (B) md DeLouisa, 12-4 qualified the Raiders for the state a total time of 4:31.2. 2012 or forty days from the first publication variance of side yard setback requirements. U&S Liquor Holdings, LLC 170: — Balboni (B) md Bulger, 19-7 tournament. The coordination be- January 27, 2005: Michael of this notice, whichever is later; and upon Property in question is owned by Ann Andrew W. Krantz, Esq. 182: — Cline (W) p Velez, 3:58 your failure to do so the party seeking Allen, situated at 164 Helen Street, Zager Fuchs, PC 195: — Scorese (B) d Knepper, 8-4 tween forward Lindsay Pennella and Henderson sank nine of his game- 268 Broad Street 220: — Tancs (B) md Oral, 19-6 leading 23 points in the fourth quar- service against you will apply to the court Fanwood, New Jersey, being Block 101 center Erin Gillooly on offense was for the relief sought. and Lot 9. PO Box 489 Hwt: — Christian (B) d Kania, 1-0 superb. Pennella, who finished with a ter to lead the No. 12 Linden boys SIMONE ALSTON WILLIAMS Documents pertaining to this application Red Bank, New Jersey 07701 106: — Fuller (W) d Chessa, 13-7 game-high 17 points, got most of her basketball team to a 62-47 victory Family Law Solutions are available for public inspection at Bor- 2 T - 1/26/12 & 113: — DeMarco (B) d Alsana, 5-1 inside feeds from Gilloolly. Pennella over the hosting Raiders. Gavin Ford 1828 East 7th Street ough Hall during normal business hours. 2/2/12, The Times Fee: $61.20 120: — Kalimtzis (W) p Cantalupo, 1:00 led the 6-10 Raiders’ effort with 15 Charlotte, North Carolina 28204 Ms. Ann Allen returned the favor by effectively pass- (704) 332- 5868 Telephone 164 Helen Street ing to Gillooly, who had 13 points, as points and Greg Bayard nailed three 3 T - 1/26, 2/2 Fanwood, New Jersey 07023 she cut inside toward the basket. 3-pointers. & 2/9/12, The Leader Fee: $70.38 1 T - 1/26/12, The Times Fee: $16.83 Joyce Taylor, Sales Associate 908-233-6417, Direct Kimberley Aslanian Haley NJAR Circle of Excellence 1977—2010

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An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Sales Associate Opportunity. Owned and Operated by NRT LLC Page 16 Thursday, January 26, 2012 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION More Sports – Continued from page 15 Raider Icemen Take Down Woodbridge, Suffer 2 Shutouts The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High and 25th ranked Summit. School ice hockey team’s new lineup The Raiders will face Governor looked promising with a nice 3-1 win Livingston and later Cranford on Sun- over the Woodbridge Barrons on day January 29 at 7:30 at the Rock in January 17 at Warinanco Rink in Dunellen. The Raiders will be looking Roselle. The Barrons came in with an for a big win and the Cougars will be 8-4 record, but were ranked lower looking for revenge after a 2-2 tie overall than the Raiders due to the earlier this season. The game will be strength of their schedule. preceded by Senior Night. The first period ended 0-0 then all the scoring took place in a fast-paced second period. The Barrons scored ASA Softball Umpire first, when top-10 ranked scorer Eddie Training Classes Set Parfitt netted his 24th goal of the season. The Raiders tied it two min- Men and women who enjoy the utes later when senior Andrew Skoog game of softball can be a part of the scored with assists from sophomores game by becoming certified Ama- OUTDOOR FUN… Families can enjoy Saturday mornings in the beautiful Eric Hogan and Zach Rothenberg. teur Softball Association (ASA) soft- wooded Watchung Reservation and learn about wildlife, animal habitats and the environment during Trailside’s Saturday Outdoor Adventures. Programs begin David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times After a fine pass from Skogg, on an ball umpires. The Greater Union at 10 a.m. Admission is free but donations are appreciated. GENEROUS DONATION…Cranford High School boys basketball Head Coach assist from Davey Leong, Hogan County ASA Softball Umpires Asso- Ryan Huber, right, hands a representative of the American Cancer Society a scored the go-ahead goal with 4:00 ciation, in cooperation with the Union check for $200 collected in the Cougars Against Cancer basketball tournament County Board of Chosen Freehold- held in late December. Athletic Director Darren Torsone, left, displays a shirt left in the period. Hogan added a from the tournament. short-handed goal with 41 seconds ers and the Union County Depart- Guided Outdoor Adventures left in the period. ment of Parks and Community Re- Next, the Raiders dropped a pair of newal, will conduct its annual soft- 3-0 shutouts to 23rd ranked Chatham ball umpires training program begin- For Families at Trailside FSPY Men’s 30+ January 22 ning Monday, February 27. PUBLIC NOTICE The classes will take place from 7 MOUNTAINSIDE – The Union Trailside naturalist to learn about the to 9 p.m. on Monday evenings from County Board of Chosen Freehold- wildlife in the Watchung Reservation Basketball League Results: BOROUGH OF FANWOOD NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION OF February 27 through April 2 at the ers and the Department of Parks and during the Saturday Outdoor Adven- Nothing But Net 65, Dream Team 57 at 34 after three quarters. FC’s 28-13 ORDINANCE 12-03-R Union County Administration Build- Community Renewal invite families ture Program, “Watchable Wildlife.” NBN at 3-2 was supposed to beat run in the fourth settled the matter. AND PUBLIC HEARING ing in Elizabeth. The cost of this six- with children of all ages to take part Trailside invites families to celebrate the 0-5 Dream Team, but captain Chris Jack Ryan’s 30, Jerry Baglien’s 13 An ordinance was introduced by the week umpiring course is $150. The in theme hikes and nature related Saint Patrick’s Day during the “Green Mayor and Council of the Borough of classes are open to men and women, talks during several upcoming Satur- Trail Hike” on Saturday, March 17. Mattina, rookie Mike Ruccio (13, 12 and Jason Holley’s nine paced FC, Fanwood on January 10, 2012. Copies of points, respectively), Lou Jones 10 who also got eight points from Marc 18-years of age and older, who are day Outdoor Adventures programs at We will hike the Green Trail to search this ordinance can be obtained without Trailside Nature and Science Center in for budding leaves, evergreen trees, and Dennis Wall (9 points) knotted Rogoff. Ian Brown was Dominant cost in the Clerk’s Office, at the Fanwood interested in umpiring softball the score at 52 with two minutes left. with 21 and Peter Chemidlin added Borough Hall, 75 North Martine Avenue, games. Mountainside. ferns, moss and other greenery. NBN awoke. Rookie Brian Parker nine. The Doms fell to 2-4, while FC Fanwood, New Jersey between the hours For more information and regis- These informative and invigorating On March 31, as spring arrives in of 8 am to 4 pm, Monday through Friday. outdoor programs are led by Trailside’s the Watchung Reservation, join a posted 28 and captain Marlon Brown improved to 5-1. This ordinance amends Chapter 270 of tration details, please contact the added 20 points. SWISH 46, Ballerz 39 the Fanwood Borough code relating to Union County, New Jersey, ASA knowledgeable naturalists. Programs Trailside park naturalist for a hike Full Court 62, Dominators 47 Leading 26-17 at the half, the taxicab licenses. office of Keith Benovengo at (908) begin at 10 a.m. at the Visitor Center around Lake Surprise to investigate This ordinance is scheduled for public 313-0983, e-mail: and last approximately 45 minutes. the variety of life found living near the Full Court (FC) took a two-point Ballerz looked to cruise to win hearing and adoption on February 7, 2012 lead after the first quarter. The Doms number five but SWISH turned the [email protected]; There is no admission fee, but dona- largest body of water in the Watchung at 7:30 P.M., Fanwood Borough Hall, 75 tions are appreciated. Reservation during “Headwaters led by one at halftime and it was tied game into a free shooting contest North Martine Avenue, Fanwood, New or Bill Smith at (908) 259-0154, e- earning 35 attempts and convert- Jersey. mail: [email protected]; or On Saturday, February 4, families Hike.” This is a great opportunity to PUBLIC NOTICE Eleanor McGovern visit: www.asasoftballucnj.org. can explore the Watchung Reserva- listen for spring peepers, look for wild- ing 22. Ballerz shot 6-for-8 from Borough Clerk BOROUGH OF MOUNTAINSIDE tion and learn how to identify trees flowers and discover the wonders of the line. SWISHer Jamal Berry 1 T - 1/26/12, The Times Fee: $20.40 PLANNING BOARD PUBLIC NOTICE without their leaves during “Winter wetlands. This Saturday Outdoor Ad- ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT poured in 16 of his game-high 28 points in the second half on 5-for- PUBLIC NOTICE TOWN OF WESTFIELD Seasonal.” Participants will hike the venture meets at the Lake Surprise NOTICE OF DEFAULT APPROVAL nursery trails to search for deer paths, Parking Lot. 6 shooting from the line down the TOWN OF WESTFIELD (N.J.S. 40:55D-104.) INVITATION TO BID rabbit tracks and other animal signs. For more information on the Satur- stretch (15 of 21 for the game). INVITATION TO BID Sealed proposals will be received by the TRIARSI, BETANCOURT & WUKOVITS, LLC Eric Lyght added nine and Steve During “Wetland Habitats” on Feb- day Outdoor Adventures program or 186 North Avenue East – PO Box 985 SEALED PROPOSALS WILL BE RE- Town of Westfield in the Council Cham- Filler posted five points for SWISH. bers at the Municipal Building, 425 East ruary 25, families can investigate on any other upcoming events, call Cranford, New Jersey 07016 CEIVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL Trailside’s state-of-the-art exhibits to (908) 789-3670 or visit us on the web Tel.: (908) 709-1700 Ballerz’ Jason Shann tallied 15 OF THE TOWN OF WESTFIELD AT THE Broad Street, Westfield, New Jersey, at Attorneys for Plaintiff MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 425 EAST 10:00 AM prevailing time on Tuesday, learn about vernal pools, rivers, lakes at www.ucnj.org/trailside. Trailside points and Scott Lowder chipped- February 7, 2012, to furnish and deliver to IN RE: APPLICATION OF THE POND AT in 10. Ballerz fell to 4-2, while BROAD STREET, WESTFIELD, NEW and ponds. Discover some of the ani- Nature and Science Center is located JERSEY, AT 10:00 A.M., PREVAILING the Public Works Center, 959 North Av- MOUNTAINSIDE, LLC FOR PRE- SWISH leveled off at 3-3. enue, West: mals that live in these important areas at 452 New Providence Road (at Coles LIMINARY AND FINAL SITE PLAN TIME ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2012 and meet live turtles from Trailside’s Avenue) in Mountainside and is a ser- APPROVAL, USE VARIANCE, FOR: 210,000 GALLONS, MORE OR PUBLIC NOTICE LESS, OF UNLEADED GASO- reptile collection. vice of the Union County Board of DENSITY VARIANCE, HEIGHT 2012 TUB GRINDING & On March 10, families can join a Chosen Freeholders. VARIANCE, AND BULK VARI- BOROUGH OF FANWOOD BRUSH REMOVAL LINE FROM MARCH 1, 2012 ANCE APPROVAL, FOR AN AGE- NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION OF THROUGH DECEMBER 31, RESTRICTED RESIDENTIAL DE- ORDINANCE 12-02-R PROPOSALS SHALL BE IN WRITING 2014 VELOPMENT AND PUBLIC HEARING ON THE FORMS FURNISHED AND MUST Recent Home Sales BE DELIVERED AT THE PLACE AND 75,000 GALLONS, MORE OR An ordinance was introduced by the LESS, OF NO. 2 DIESEL FUEL For more info see: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that The Pond BEFORE THE HOUR ABOVE MEN- http://clerk.ucnj.org/UCPA/DocIndex at Mountainside, LLC claims approval of Mayor and Council of the Borough of TIONED, AND MUST BE ACCOMPANIED FROM MARCH 1, 2012 its application for preliminary and final site Fanwood on January 10, 2012. Copies of BY A CERTIFIED CHECK, OR BID BOND, THROUGH DECEMBER 31, this ordinance can be obtained without 2014 plan approval, use variance, density vari- PAYABLE TO THE TOWN OF Westfield: 12/12/11 Joshua Kaufman to Roger A. and ance, height variance, and bulk variance cost in the Clerk’s Office, at the Fanwood WESTFIELD, IN THE AMOUNT OF Proposals shall be in writing on the forms approval for the construction of a 52-unit Borough Hall, 75 North Martine Avenue, $500.00. EACH BID MUST ALSO BE furnished and must be delivered at the Emanuael Mills and Carolyn Lori A. Morales, 60 Genesee Trail, age-restricted residential development on Fanwood, New Jersey between the hours ACCOMPANIED BY A SURETY COM- place and before the hour above men- Billups-Mills to Darrin and Angelina $725,000. Lots 17 and 18 in Block 34 in the Borough of 8 am to 4 pm, Monday through Friday. PANY CERTIFICATE STATING THAT tioned, and must be accompanied by a Ciacco, 167 Madison Avenue, West, This ordinance amends Section 224-10 Barbara A. Balzano and Joan of Mountainside, by reason of the failure of SAID SURETY COMPANY WILL PRO- certified check or bid bond payable to the $295,000. Garganigo to Kelly Ann Peterson, 50 the Zoning Board of Adjustment/Planning of the Fanwood Borough code relating to VIDE THE BIDDER WITH THE REQUIRED Town of Westfield, in the amount of two Board of the Borough of Mountainside to property maintenance. PERFORMANCE BOND IN THE FULL hundred dollars ($200.00) to insure ex- Andrew and Heather Hays to Cottage Place, $344,000. grant or deny approval within the statutory This ordinance is scheduled for public AMOUNT OF THE CONTRACT, BY A ecution of the contract. (N.J.S.A. 40A:11- Michael J. Novak, 1061 Wychwood time period after submission of its com- hearing and adoption on February 7, 2012 NON-COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT AND A 21) Each bid must also be accompanied Road, $650,000. Westfield: 01/02/12 plete application as set forth in N.J.S. at 7:30 P.M., Fanwood Borough Hall, 75 CONTRACTOR’S QUALIFICATION by a Surety Company Certificate stating In-Town Condominium Construc- Lenore Fornabio to David and 40:55D-50. North Martine Avenue, Fanwood, New STATEMENT, AND A STATEMENT OF that said Surety company will provide the Vilma Gonzalez, 200 Munsee Way, TRIARSI BETANCOURT & WUKOVITS Jersey. OWNERSHIP, ON THE FORMS IN- bidder with the required Performance bond tion, Co., Inc. to Richard A. and JOSEPH J. TRIARSI, ESQ. Eleanor McGovern CLUDED IN, AND EXPLAINED IN THE in the full amount of the Contract (N.J.S.A. Kathleen Romagnola, 111 Prospect $900,000. Dated: January 18, 2012 Borough Clerk CONTRACT DOCUMENTS. 40A:11-22), by a Non-Collusion Affidavit Street, $960,000. Edward P. and Gretchen A. 1 T - 1/26/12, The Leader Fee: $33.68 1 T - 1/26/12, The Times Fee: $20.40 BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO COM- and a Contractor’s Qualification Statement, Bearl Properties, LLC to Jeanne Castorina to Christopher F. W. and PLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Statement of Ownership, on the forms Marie Audino, 703 West Broad Street, Sarah Ebel, 115 Effingham Place, N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 ET SEQ. AND N.J.A.C. included in and explained in the contract $1,050,000. SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD 2. Certificate from a surety company 17:27 AND MUST PAY WORKMEN THE documents. $317,000. BOARD OF EDUCATION stating that it will provide the Bidder with a PREVAILING WAGE RATES PROMUL- Bidders are required to comply with the Stephen B. and Paula M. Brotman Gerald L. and Joan M. Robinson to COUNTY OF UNION, NEW JERSEY Performance, Payment Bond and Mainte- GATED BY THE NEW JERSEY STATE requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. to Leyton D. Murray and Shanti Simon Block, 527 Coleman Place, nance Bond in such sum and form as is DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUS- and N.J.A.C. 17:27 and must pay work- ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Kantha-Murray, 767 Fairacres Av- $612,000. required in the Specifications. TRY FOR THIS PROJECT, COPIES OF men the prevailing wage rates promul- Frank O. and Angelike Galdi to PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that 3. Affidavit showing Notice of Classifica- WHICH ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF gated by the New Jersey State Depart- enue, $543,000. sealed bids will be received by the Scotch tion in accordance with the standards of THE TOWN ENGINEER. ment of Labor and Industry for this project, Galaxy Building Contractors, Inc. Brian P. and Michelle B. Murphy, Plains-Fanwood Board of Education, in and by the New Jersey Department of the ALL BIDDERS MUST SUBMIT WITH copies of which are on file in the Office of to Christopher J. Heusler, 209 307 Prospect Street, $889, 000. the County of Union, for the furnishing of Treasury, Division of Property Manage- THEIR BID A COPY OF THEIR NEW the Town engineer. Livingston Street, $405,000. Linda C. Thorn to Peggy the hereinafter described labor, material ment and Construction, for bids $20,000 JERSEY BUSINESS REGISTRATION All bidders must submit with their Nicholson, 805 Oak Avenue, and equipment for Proposed HVAC Up- and over, for prime Bidders and all sub- CERTIFICATE. FAILURE TO SUBMIT bid a copy of their New Jersey Busi- Debroah Blum to Jerry and Gina grades to Multi-Purpose Room and contractors, prior to the date that Bids are PROOF OF REGISTRATION WILL DIS- ness Registration Certificate. Failure DiFabio, 842 Summit Avenue, $410,000. Auxiliary Gym, Scotch Plains-Fanwood received. QUALIFY THE BID. to submit proof of registration will dis- $335,000. Robert P. and Carol J. DeMarco to High School, 641 Westfield Road, 4. A statement setting forth the names SPECIFICATIONS MAY BE SEEN OR qualify the bid. Jeffrey L. and Kelly P. Bram to Christopher D. Papaleo and Gillian Scotch Plains, New Jersey (hereinafter, and addresses of all stockholders owning OBTAINED AT THE OFFICE OF THE Specifications may be seen or picked up H. Kost, 422 West Broad Street, the “Project”) and opened and read in 10% or more of the stock in the case of a TOWN ENGINEER, PUBLIC WORKS at the office of the Town Engineer, Public Michael P. Morris, 132 Marlboro public at the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board corporation, or 10% or greater interest in CENTER, 959 NORTH AVENUE WEST, Works Center, 959 North Avenue West, Street, $518,000. $448,000. of Education Offices, Evergreen Avenue the case of a partnership, or acknowledg- WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY. THE Westfield, New Jersey. The Mayor and Toni Fedorczk to Jennifer Hagar, and Cedar Street, Scotch Plains, New Jer- ment that no person or entity has 10% or MAYOR AND COUNCIL RESERVE THE Council reserve the right to reject any bid, PUBLIC NOTICE 815 North Avenue West, $359,000. sey 07076, on February 16, 2012, at greater proprietary interest in the Bidder. RIGHT TO REJECT ANY AND ALL BIDS, and to waive any informality in any bid, if in Bidders are notified as follows: IF IN THE INTEREST OF THE TOWN, IT the interest of the Town, it is deemed TOWN OF WESTFIELD Dennis and Kari Corson to Leo F. 10:00 a.m. prevailing time. Bids to be BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT received for this work shall be Combined/ 1. Addendum may be issued by the IS DEEMED ADVISABLE TO DO SO. advisable to do so. Rodriguez and Hannah Lynch- Lump Sum Bids for all the work required. Owner in accordance with the Project KRIS J. MCALOON Kris J. McAloon The Board of Adjustment of the Town of Rodriguez, 128 Florence Avenue Bidding Documents may be examined Manual up to seven (7) business days TOWN ENGINEER Town Engineer Westfield, New Jersey will hold a special South, $610,000. at the office of Potter Architects, L.L.C., prior to receipt of Bids. 1 T - 1/26/12, The Leader Fee: $51.51 1 T - 1/26/12, The Leader Fee: $53.04 meeting on February 16, 2012 in the Pasquale M. and Marion E. Bavos 410 Colonial Avenue, Union, New Jersey 2. No Bid may be withdrawn after the Council Chambers at the Municipal Build- 07083, during business hours. A copy date of receipt. PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE ing, 425 East Broad Street, Westfield, New to Paul Denis, 501 Westfield Avenue, Bidders are notified that they must com- thereof may be procured in person only on SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY Jersey at 7:30 p.m. to hear and consider $370,000. ply with the provisions of N.J.S.A. 34:11- or after January 26, 2012, at the Architect’s CHANCERY DIVISION MRS. IVAN OUTLAW, WIFE OF IVAN the following appeal for bulk (c) and use Charles G. and Adrianne Daly to 56.37 and 34:11-56.38 et seq. (Wages on office for the purpose of bidding. Bidders UNION COUNTY OUTLAW; MILES HOLLIDAY; MRS. (d) variance(s) relief from requirements of Public Works) and that the contract to be Rory J. and Nicole W. Caherly, 634 shall notify the Architect in advance prior to DOCKET NO. F-40137-10 MILES HOLLIDAY, WIFE OF MILES the Westfield Land Use Ordinance and for awarded in the case shall contain a stipu- Fairmont Avenue, $715,000. obtaining bidding documents (Plans and FILE NO. 11792-10 HOLLIDAY; RODNEY HOLLIDAY; MRS. Final Major Site Plan Approval. Project Manual) by calling Potter Archi- lation that the wage rate must be paid to RODNEY HOLLIDAY, WIFE OF RODNEY Poly C LLC & Serf Realty LLC (Appli- Michael Mahoney, LLC to tects (908-686-2547). Documents will not workmen employed in the performance of NOTICE TO REDEEM HOLLIDAY; JOHN DOE, SAID NAME cant), 154 East Broad Street (Property) Jonathan Crook and Ozlem Beliz the contracts shall not be less than the be mailed. Cash or check to the order of FT PROPERTIES, LLC PLAIN- BEING FICTITIOUS; JANE DOE, SAID Applicant is seeking Final Major Site prevailing wage rate as determined by the Balkir Crook, 725 Fourth Avenue, said Architect in the sum of $125 (elec- TIFF VS. HENRY OUTLAW, NAME BEING FICTITIOUS; STEPHANIE Plan Approval to convert the use of the Commissioner of the Department of Labor $800,000. tronic media / compact disk) or $175 (hard HIS HEIRS, DEVISEES AND R. HOLLIDAY; vacant building on the Property, formerly and Industry of the State of New Jersey. copy) is required, which is non-refundable. PERSONAL REPRESENTA- PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that an order used as a bank to a retail use to be occu- Alexander and Amy Spinelli to Bidders are notified that they must com- Neither Owner nor Architect assumes any TIVES AND HIS, HER, THEIR made on January 19, 2012, the Superior pied by Urban Outfitters. Retail use would David J. Liptack and Sara M. Soriente, ply with the provisions of P.L. 1999, c.238 responsibility for errors, omissions, or mis- OR ANY OF THEIR SUCCES- Court Fixed March 5, 2012 between the be located on the first floor, the mezzanine (The Public Works Contractor Registra- 710 East Broad Street, $640,000. interpretations resulting from the use of SORS IN RIGHT, TITLE AND hours of nine o’clock in the forenoon and and in a portion of the basement. The tion Act), which became effective on April Lenore E. and Edward J. Grabowski incomplete sets of Bidding Documents, or INTEREST; MARY OUTLAW, four o’clock in the afternoon, prevailing basement would also be used for receiv- 11, 2000, and P.L. 2004, c.57 (Business copies of Bidding Documents obtained in HIS WIFE, HER HEIRS, DEVI- time, at the office of the Tax Collector of ing, storage, office use and employee area. to Kathleen Gulino, 741 Marcellus Registration of Public Contractors) which electronic media form, internet plan rooms SEES AND PERSONAL REP- HILLSIDE, located at LIBERTY & HILL- Applicant is seeking “c” (bulk) and “d” (use) Drive, $430,000. became effective on September 1, 2004. or other internet plan sites, or copies of RESENTATIVES AND HIS, SIDE AVENUE, HILLSIDE, NEW JERSEY variance relief from the following sections Bidders are notified that they must com- Darlene Finne to Bradford and Bidding Documents obtained from any HER, THEIR OR ANY OF 07205, as the time and place when and of the Land Use Ordinance: ply with the provisions of N.J.S.A. 52:31-1 Donna Lerman, 1040 Coolidge Street, source other than the Architect’s Office. THEIR SUCCESSORS IN where you may pay to the plaintiff the §12.04C - Ordinance allows storage use to 52:33-4, the statutes on the use of All bids must conform to the Project RIGHT, TITLE AND INTER- amount so found due for principal and in a basement. Proposed uses are retail, $732,726. domestic materials on public work. Manual. Bids must be made on standard EST; THE HOWARD SAVINGS interest on its certificate of tax sale as office space and employee area. A Use Daniel and Julia Black to Deborah Bidders are put on notice that the Owner bid forms in the manner designated by the INSTITUTION F/K/A follows: Variance pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:55D - is an exempt organization under the provi- Blum, 1 Eastgate Square, $590,000. Project Manual, must be enclosed in sealed WACHOVIA BANK, NA N/K/A LOT 18 BLOCK 417 on the tax duplicate 70d (1) is requested. sions of the New Jersey State Sales and Joseph A. and Vivian A. Herardi to envelopes bearing the name and address WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A.; of HILLSIDE. Total amount required to §17.02B5 - Ordinance requires a mini- Use Tax (N.J.S.A. 54:32B-1 et. seq.) and is of the bidder, the contract being bid on the IVAN OUTLAW; MRS. IVAN redeem tax sale certificate no. 05011 is mum number of parking spaces for the David M. and Michele L. Saltzman, not required to pay sales tax. outside thereof, addressed to Owner and OUTLAW, WIFE OF IVAN $65,596.82, together with interest from CBD zone of 1 parking space/ 300 square 53 Manitou Circle, $600,000. Bidders are put on notice that they are should be delivered in person to the Owner. OUTLAW; MILES HOLLIDAY; July 31, 2011 and costs of $577.94. feet. Proposed are 0 parking spaces. Pro- required to comply with all rules and regu- Owner will not be responsible for bids sent MRS. MILES HOLLIDAY, And that unless, at the same time and posed use has 10,802 square feet and 36 lations and orders promulgated by the by mail or delivery service. WIFE OF MILES HOLLIDAY; place, you or one of you redeem by paying parking spaces are required. PUBLIC NOTICE State Treasurer pursuant to N.J.S.A. 10:5- There will be a Pre-Bid Meeting at RODNEY HOLLIDAY; MRS. the aforesaid sum so found due to plaintiff, §17.02c7a - Ordinance requires a mini- 31 et. seq. and with all provisions of N.J.S.A. TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Scotch Plains - Fanwood High School, 641 RODNEY HOLLIDAY, WIFE then you, and each of you shall be de- mum number of parking spaces for retail 10:2-1 through 10:2-4 (Affirmative Action), Westfield Road, Scotch Plains, New Jer- OF RODNEY HOLLIDAY; barred and foreclosed of and from all right use of 1 parking space/300 square feet. PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN and N.J.A.C. 17:27. sey on February 2, 2012, at 10:00 a.m., JOHN DOE, SAID NAME BE- and equity of redemption of, in and to the Proposed are 0 parking spaces. Proposed that the Township Council of the Township The Owner reserves the right to con- prevailing time, for the purpose of observ- ING FICTITIOUS; JANE DOE, lands and premises above set out and use has 10,802 square feet and 36 parking of Scotch Plains has scheduled a WORK- sider the Bids for sixty (60) days after ing the work site, discussing the bid docu- SAID NAME BEING FICTI- described in the complaint and every part spaces are required. SHOP Meeting for TUESDAY, January receipt thereof, and further reserves the ments and expected procedures, and to TIOUS; STEPHANIE R. thereof, and that the plaintiff be vested with Formal action may be taken at that meet- 31, 2012. right to reject any and all Bids and to waive review questions posed by Bidders. Atten- HOLLIDAY; FORD MOTOR an absolute and indefeasible estate of ing. The meeting will begin at 7:00 p.m. and any informalities in any Bid or Bids, and to dance at the Pre-Bid Meeting is strongly CREDIT COMPANY LLC; inheritance in fee simple in said lands and Variances, waivers or exceptions from be held in the Council Chambers Meeting make such awards as may be in the best encouraged, but not mandatory. STATE OF NEW JERSEY; premises. certain site plan details or relief from re- Room of the Scotch Plains Municipal Build- interest of the Owner. Each bid shall be accompanied by the DEFENDANT(S) Anything to the contrary notwithstand- quirements may be sought as appropriate. ing, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New following: By order of the Township of Scotch Plains ing, redemption shall be permitted up until Plans and application are on file in the Jersey. 1. Guarantee payable to the Scotch - Fanwood Board of Education, in the TO: HENRY OUTLAW, HIS HEIRS, the entry of final judgment including the office of the Town Engineer, 959 North The Township of Scotch Plains does not Plains-Fanwood Board of Education that County of Union, New Jersey. DEVISEES AND PERSONAL REPRE- whole of the last date upon which judg- Avenue West, Westfield, New Jersey and discriminate against persons with disabili- bidder, if the Contract is awarded to him, Mr. James Davis SENTATIVES AND HIS, HER, THEIR OR ment is entered. may be seen Monday through Friday from ties. Those individuals requiring auxiliary will enter into a contract therefore. Guar- Business Administrator ANY OF THEIR SUCCESSORS IN Michael G. Pellegrino, Esq. 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. aids and services must notify the ADA antee shall be in the amount of 10% of the Board Secretary RIGHT, TITLE AND INTEREST; MARY Attorney for Plaintiff Arthur P. Attenasio Coordinator of the Township of Scotch bid, but not in excess of $20,000.00 and Scotch Plains-Fanwood OUTLAW, HIS WIFE, HER HEIRS, DEVI- PELLEGRINO & FELDSTEIN, L.L.C. Attorney for Applicant Plains at least seventy-two (72) hours in may be in the form of certified check, Board of Education SEES AND PERSONAL REPRESENTA- 290 Route 46 West 324 East Broad Street advance of the meeting. cashier’s check or Bid Bond, as per NJSA Evergreen Avenue and Cedar Street TIVES AND HIS, HER, THEIR OR ANY Denville, New Jersey 07834 Westfield New Jersey 07090 BOZENA LACINA, 18A:18A-24. Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076 OF THEIR SUCCESSORS IN RIGHT, (973) 586-2300 (908) 233- 6013 Municipal Clerk 1 T - 1/26/12, The Times Fee: $126.48 TITLE AND INTEREST; IVAN OUTLAW; 1 T - 1/26/12, The Leader Fee: $83.64 1 T - 1/26/12, The Leader Fee: $48.96 1 T - 1/26/12, The Times Fee: $18.87 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. 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To be eligible Catholic (UC) Peer Ministers from DATED AS OF AUGUST !, 2005 MORTGAGE Kitchens, Bathrooms PASS THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES for the Dean’s List, students must the Social Justice Committee re- 2005-HE3 & Basements VS. complete a minimum of 12 graded cently attended Seton Hall Prep’s Defendant: EUCLIDES CACOILO AND MARIA degree credits in that semester. “Summit on Hunger.” Eighteen CACOILO, HIS WIFE Sale Date: 02/01/2012 Ian August Kuhn of Westfield Col- s2ENOVATIONS schools sent students with the pur- Writ of Execution: 09/14/2010 By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution lege of Letters and Science; Cara s2EMODELING pose of having students come to- to me directed I shall expose for sale by public Brittany Levinson of Fanwood, Edward A. Dyjeczynski gether and work on strategies to help vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- School of Human Ecology; Olivia 973-887-3726 s!DDITIONS local communities deal with the is- TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of Catherine Magnanini of Westfield, www.3-dcontractinginc.com sue of hunger. said day. All successful bidders must have 20% s#USTOM(OMES of their bid available in cash or certified check at College of Letters and Science. HIC Lic. #13VH00555900 Students participated in a series of the conclusion of the sales. workshops, focusing on topics such The judgment amount is: ***Five Hundred Twenty-Nine Thousand Eight Hundred Twenty- as legislative action and fundraising, Two and 57/100*** $529,822.57. Quality • Integrity • Reliability The Woodworks Municipality: Borough of New Providence to learn how schools can serve the Street Address: 36 High Street, New Provi- hungry. Moving forward, UC will dence, New Jersey 07974 Architectural Woodwork Tax Lot: 12 • Spring & Fall Clean-ups have a representative on the Hunger Tax Block: 220 Approximate dimensions: 75 feet x 160 feet Custom Cabinetry / Bookcases Council formed at the Summit, which Nearest cross street: South Street will meet periodically to see how Total Upset: ***Five Hundred Seventy-Eight • Snow Plowing Fireplace Mantels / Built-ins Thousand One Hundred Six and 07/100*** schools can work together to fight $578,106.07 together with lawful interest and Moldings costs. • Snow Blowing CNC Carving / Hand Carving this devastating issue in our commu- Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- nities. tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and Connecticut College expenses, there remains any surplus money, the • Shoveling & Ice Control money will be deposited into the Superior Court Announces Dean’s List Westfield Resident 32 Years See it all on the web in color . . . 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F-40517-09 sale for any length of time without further adver- dents who have earned a grade point Plaintiff: JACK SILVERMAN REALTY & tisement. “The Gutter Specialists” MORTGAGE CO., L.L.C. Ralph Froehlich average of at least 3.78, for the 2011 POWER WASHING VS. Sheriff fall semester at Connecticut College. Defendant: VICTOR MONDELLI AND ANNA Attorney: MONDELLI; VICTOR MONDELLI AND STATE PLUESE, BECKER & SALTZMAN, LLC Kristen Caruana, class of 2013 at Gutter Services, Painting, OF NEW JERSEY 20000 HORIZON WAY Sale Date: 02/01/2012 SUITE 900 Connecticut College and a resident Writ of Execution: 11/30/2011 MOUNT LAUREL, NEW JERSEY 08054-4318 of Westfield, has been named to the Power Washing, and By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution (856) 813-1720 FAX# to me directed I shall expose for sale by public 4 T - 01/05, 01/12, 01/19 Dean’s High Honors list. & 01/26/12 Fee: $165.24 vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- Visa & Mastercard Accepted Snow Removal Services TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of 908-756-0090 www.grimebustersnj.com said day. All successful bidders must have 20% NO OTHER BUILDER of their bid available in cash or certified check at Free Estimates / Fully Insured the conclusion of the sales. The judgment amount is: ***One Million Fifty- HAS MORE One Thousand Six Hundred Eighty-Two*** $1,051,682.00. “FOR This concise statement does not constitute a QUESTPERFECTION” full legal description. The full legal description Award can be found in the office of the Register/Clerk of Union County. Home Improvements TRACT I: Commonly known as 240 Spring- field Avenue, Berkekey Heights, New Jersey Kitchens • Baths 07922 Zip Code. Also known as Lot 00023 in Winning Block 00801 on the Tax Map of Berkeley Heights, BLACK TOP Countertops • Windows New Jersey. TRACT II: 260-264 Springfield Avenue, Fine Carpentry Berkekey Heights, New Jersey 07922 Zip Code. PROJECTS PAVING Also known as Lot 00024 in Block 00801 on the Basements • Tile Work Tax Map of Berkeley Heights, New Jersey. Lawn Sprinklers Dimensions of Lot: Approximately 2.16 acres IN WESTFIELD, NJ DRIVEWAYS CONCRETE [email protected] Number of feet to nearest cross street: Ap- proximately 338 feet westerly from Briarwood (908) 276-1062 PARKING LOTS BRICK PAVERS Drive. THAN SIMPSONS BUILDERS 908-654-1899 Subject to any unpaid taxes, water and sewer www.Hydro-TekLtd.com 908-889-4422 NJ Lic. #13VH01315500 charges and liens. You must check with the Tax Free Estimates • Insured Collector for exact amounts due. Subject to all “There’s a reason why” FREE ESTIMATES prior matters and liens. Subject to lawful ad- vances made by Plaintiff prior to this sale. Prior Todd Simpson Annis Mortgages and Judgements, if any. In addition to a Mortgage in the principal amount of $650,000.00 held by Jack Silverman Realty & 908-232-6380 • www.simpsonsbuilders.com 30 Years Mortgage Co., LLC, these Properties are subject to the Ground Lease Contract dated May 16, 2007 and recorded August 28, 2007 in Deed Experience Book 5669 at page 549, along with any amend- ments or supplements thereto. Properties are further subject to any other leases recorded or Your Hometown Used Car Dealer unrecorded, and rights of tenants in said pre- mises. Handyman The approximate amount of the judgement to be satisfied by said sale is $650,000.00 plus Westfield $432,704.00 interest, and $127,521.00 in tax and insurance advances and $15,440.00 costs and fees for a total of $1,225,665.00, with inter- est and costs of this sale. Mr. Reliable Rider “A” “Experts In Special Order” Name of Secured Party: Carluccio Builders LLC, Current amount due: $20,000.00. Name of Secured Party: John Circello, Cur- Need a special car? (908) 462.4755 rent amount due: $24,428.80. Total $44,428.80 We’ll find it! Total Upset: ***One Million Seventy-Eight Thousand Eight Hundred Thirty-Two and 37/ 100*** $1,078,832.37 together with lawful inter- est and costs. JK’s Painting & Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and Wall Covering expenses, there remains any surplus money, the money will be deposited into the Superior Court Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, Interior Painting or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature Wallpaper Removal and extent of that person’s claim and asking for an order directing payment of the surplus money. Wallpaper Installation The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale will have information regarding the surplus, if any. Plaster & Sheet Rock Repair There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. 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Photo courtesy of Nick and Lisa Karter Betsey Burgdorf for The Westfield Leader and The Times DEVASTATION...A five-alarm fire destroyed a row of businesses on South Avenue West on Sunday including Clyne and AFTER MATH...On Tuesday, contractors began the long process of cleaning up the destruction left behind by a five-alarm Murphy Catering, Sound Station, Figaro’s barber shop and Rocky the Tailor. Westfield Fire Chief Dan Kelly reported the fire on Sunday that gutted Clyne and Murphy, located on the corner of South Avenue West and Westfield Avenue in fire originated in Clyne and Murphy, but the cause has yet to be determined. Westfield. The fire completely destroyed several other business on South Avenue West as well.

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[email protected] or ValueMyHomeNJ.com Even greater card tricks, in the Model United Nations con- The Westfield High School Model plus more magic ference held this month in Hershey, UN officers for the 2012-2013 CHILDCARE NEEDED Pennsylvania, which was attended school year were announced, and Nannies - Housekeepers Baby He’ll appear, and disappear.... by approximately 1,600 students are as follows: Isabelle Smelkinson, Nurses Needed After guaranteeing your from nearly 60 schools in New Jer- Ben Schwartz, Aiden Hughes, Alex Live-in / -out, Full/Part-time entertainment. sey, Delaware and Massachusetts. Jeffrey, Megan The Westfield High School del- Mulrooney,Geoffrey Ko, and Jen- Solid References Required. Ages 8 and older. CALL (732) 972-4090 egation – comprised of 122 stu- nifer Mandelblatt. www.absolutebestcare.com Call (908) 456-2679 dents – earned the Premier Delega- The entire 2011-2012 Westfield tion award, presented to only two High School Model UN delegation delegations in the entire conference also took home an Outstanding Del- Scutari, Stender Bill Cracks Down On that show the best overall perfor- egation award, given to the delega- mance. tions that prepare and present their This year’s officers, Rebecca paperwork on time. Hidden Pre-Paid Debit Card Fees Tunis, Rob Cassie, Kevin Oster, “All of our delegates displayed TRENTON – Senator Nicholas fund transfer during that month. Brian Pollack, Zoe Greenburg, Sa- tremendous skill, knowledge and Scutari (D-22, Linden) and Assem- The bill would also require fi- rah Chandler, Jennifer Mandelblatt, passion winning commendations as blywoman Linda Stender (D-22, nancial institutions to provide con- Liz Kuehn, were in charge of run- well as awards,” said Daniel Fanwood) on Thursday announced sumers with a table of any fees that ning committees of students Farabaugh, co-advisor with David plans to crack down on the maze of may be charged in connection with throughout the weekend. Della Fera to the Westfield High hidden fees that have cropped up in the prepaid debit account and an Individuals from the Westfield School Model UN. the growing and lucrative pre-paid estimate of the average total High School delegation took home The club is run in conjunction debit card industry. monthly cost to a typical consumer the following awards: Markian with the Westfield YMCA. Accord- The lawmakers have introduced for using a prepaid debit account, Borkowsky, Aiden Hughes, Eliza- ing to the Model UN website, the MODEL UN OFFICERS...Westfield High School Model UN officers for the legislation (A-2144) that would together with any application, of- 2012-13 school year pictured, left to right, are: Ben Schwartz, Meagan Mulrooney, beth Griesmer, Alana Basil won the purpose of Model UN is to be an regulate prepaid debit accounts by fer, or solicitation for a prepaid Geoffery Ko, Alex Jeffrey, Isabelle Smelkinson, Jennifer Mandelblatt, and Aiden Premier Diplomat award. educational experience that helps limiting the fees that may be charged debit account. Hughes. Isabel DoCampo, Alex today’s students become in connection with the accounts and A financial institution would also Breakstone, Geoffrey Ko, Eric tomorrow’s leaders, discover their requiring financial institutions hold- have to provide a wallet-sized sum- Oberman, Ben Schwartz, Isabelle passions, and change the world. ing prepaid debit accounts to dis- mary of any fees that may be Tickets On Sale for SPFHS Smelkinson, Claire Dorwart, and close certain information to con- charged in connection with the pre- Leo Kleinman-Lynch were nomi- sumers. paid debit account and a toll-free nated Premier Diplomat for being The legislation was inspired by telephone number for customer Rep. Theatre’s Anything Goes the best debater in their committee. numerous reported accounts of the service relating to the prepaid debit SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD – “Friendship.” These students were nominated by exorbitant hidden fees that, in some account, and, on the access device, Get ready to sail away with an evan- The title song, which closes the officers and adult advisors. cases, depleted funds deposited by a toll-free telephone number and gelist-turned nightclub singer, Pub- first act, showcases the cast in a rous- Markian Borkowsky, Kyra Sagal, consumers. Meanwhile, the indus- website at which the consumer can lic Enemy 13, a stowaway leading ing tap number. As Broadway direc- Rebecca Harris, Isabelle Holy Cross Announces try continues to blossom, with ana- access disclosure of the fees that man, a debutante, a seasick English tor/choreographer Kathleen Marshall Smelkinson, Katie Rembisz, and lysts predicting that over $200 bil- may be charged in connection with Lord and a cruise ship full of equally put it, “Tap dancing is so joyous, so Andres Chang received awards for Dean’s List lion will be loaded onto pre-paid prepaid debit accounts. colorful characters in Cole Porter’s uplifting, so exhilarating. It takes the their Outstanding Country Research WORCESTER, Mass. – College debit cards this year by consumers. Any person found to be in viola- classic Anything Goes. Tickets for audience along for a ride.” Paper, which is the preparatory writ- of the Holy Cross announced that “Since prepaid debit cards are tion of the bill would be subject to the Scotch Plains-Fanwood High Featuring sophisticated characters ing done before the conference. Seton Hartnett of Westfield, a sopho- most often used by those with little a civil penalty of up to $1,000 per School production in March are on in fabulous clothes, with humor that Madeline Schreiber was awarded more majoring in Spanish, has been to no credit or those without a bank day for each day that the person is sale now. both adults and children can appreci- Outstanding First Year Delegate. named to the Dean’s List for the fall account, undisclosed and hidden in violation. Anything Goes, a show of pure ate on different levels, you’ll leave Nine Westfield High School del- 2011 semester. prepaid debit card fees serve as an- The legislators also applauded urbane joy that pokes gentle fun at the theater wondering “Why can’t egates were chosen to attend the She is the daughter of Ed and Mimi other example of these financial in- U.S. Senator Bob Menendez for society swells, has proven to be highly people be that witty today?” Conference on National Affairs this Hartnett. stitutions unfairly taking advantage his efforts at the federal level to adaptable to any era, as it currently Performances will be held on Fri- upcoming summer. This confer- of those already struggling in these pass the Prepaid Card Consumer enjoys a smash revival on Broadway day, March 16, at 8 p.m., Saturday, ence, which takes place in North tough economic times,” Senator Protection Act, which would limit with Tony® Award-winner Sutton March 17, at 8 p.m., Sunday, March Carolina, and has delegates from Scutari said. “By requiring prepaid fees consumers who use these cards Foster. Anything Goes is chock full of 18, at 2 p.m., Thursday, March 22, at all 50 states to participate in a simu- debit card companies to disclose can be hit with and ensuring that Cole Porter’s greatest hits, including 7 p.m., Friday, March 23, at 8 p.m. lation. These students are: Kevin their fees upfront and to limit the consumers can get their money back “I Get A Kick Out of You,” “You’re and Saturday, March 24, at 8 p.m. All Oster, Alana Basil, Megan type and frequency that these fees if their card is lost or stolen. The Top,” “It’s DeLovely” and take place at the Manya Ungar Me- Mulrooney, Ben Schwartz, Brian are charged, consumers will be able morial Auditorium at Scotch Plains- Pollack, Clara Smith, Hannah Bass, www.goleader.com to make informed decisions on Fanwood High School, 667 Westfield whether they wish to purchase and Road, Scotch Plains. use these cards.” To reserve tickets, email “The pre-paid debit card indus- [email protected] or call Randi try has been described as the Wild Traiman at (908) 322-6533. Prices West where very few regulations are $15 for Adults, $10 for Students exist,” Asw. Stender said. “Low- and $10 for Seniors (age 60 and up. income families and struggling stu- Senior “Gold Cards” may be used for dents are among those that rely Thursday night performance only). heavily on these types of cards. Please include desired performance Without disclosure and account- dates, number and type of tickets and ability, this industry will continue total amount due when emailing. to prey on the young and the poor.” Payment may be mailed with ticket The bill would prohibit a finan- order or made at the time of ticket cial institution from charging an pickup. Tickets may be picked up in activation or enrollment fee or any the auditorium lobby of Scotch other fee that is not expressly per- Plains-Fanwood High School, 667 mitted by the bill. The legislation Westfield Road, Scotch Plains, on would also require financial insti- Photo courtesy of the SPFHS Repertory Theatre Mondays and Wednesdays from 7 -8 BON VOYAGE...The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School Repertory Theatre’s tutions to provide a consumer cast of Anything Goes rehearses for Act 1, which closes tap number. Tickets for p.m. beginning Monday, February 6. whose funds are contained in a pre- the production in March are on sale now. To reserve tickets, email No ticket pickup on Monday, Febru- FUTURE LEADERS…The Westfield High School delegation, pictured above at paid debit account with a monthly [email protected] or call Randi Traiman at (908) 322-6533. Prices are $15 for ary 20. Tickets must be picked up on the Model UN conference held this month in Hershey, Pennsylvania, was one of account statement that sets forth Adults, $10 for Students and $10 for Seniors (age 60 and up — senior “Gold a Monday or Wednesday evening only two delegations earning the Premier Delegation award for best overall certain details for each electronic Cards” may be used for Thursday night performance only). prior to the performance date. performance. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, January 26, 2012 Page 19 duCret Accepting Artwork For Annual HS Art Show PLAINFIELD - duCret School of Now more than ever, artists have Art is now accepting artwork sub- the ability to be creative and be pub- missions for it’s 33rd annual High lished. In support of emerging artists, School Art Show. The show is open each year duCret holds an annual to all high school juniors and seniors High School Art Show. Last year and is a way for students to gain not there were 470 entries from High only recognition for their work, view Schools all throughout the state. the works of peers from all over the Submission forms can be found at state, but also for them to see that www.ducret.edu and downloaded or opportunities in the art field are abun- requested via email at [email protected] Photo courtesy of Susan Cook dant despite the unstable economy. or students or teachers can stop by The cast of Cranford Dramatic Club’s The Mousetrap The opening reception for the High the school between 9 and 4 p.m. School Art Show will be held on Requirements for the art show are CDC to Present Agatha Friday, February 24, from 7 to 9 p.m. as follows: One submission per stu- duCret will begin accepting art- dent. Must not exceed 36 by 48 inches; work beginning today, Thursday, Art must be hang able, framed or Christie’s The Mousetrap January 26. Other submission dates matted and covered with heavy ac- are Friday, January 27, and Monday, etate. Prizes awarded at reception. CRANFORD – The Cranford murderer’s identity. Join fellow January 30, and also on Wednesday, For more information call (908) Dramatic Club will present Agatha sleuths for an evening of mystery February 1, from 9 to 5 p.m. 757-7171. Christie’s The Mousetrap opening and murder. Can you guess who- on Friday, February 10. dunit? Agatha Christie’s popular There is a murderer among the mystery is the world’s longest run- guests at Monkswell Manor and no ning play. It opened in London’s FSP YMCA to Host Audition one is above suspicion. To make West End in 1952 where it contin- matters worse, a snowstorm has ues its record breaking run. stranded our colorful band of sus- Cranford Dramatic Club last per- For Dance Company Feb. 4 pects – the peculiar Mr. Paravicini, formed this Agatha Christie classic FANWOOD-SCOTCH PLAINS – Dance Company and co-founder of the aloof Ms. Casewell, the neu- in 1977, and it is again mystifying The Fanwood-Scotch Plains YMCA the Westfield Young Artist’s rotic Mr. Wren, the mysterious the Cranford stage, complete with Dance Company is holding an audi- cooperative Theatre. Major Metcalf and even the young the repeat offender Bob Pells once tion for their Dance Company on Dancers interested in auditioning proprietors of Monkswell Manor, again as director. Saturday, February 4, at 1 p.m. at the should come prepared to dance Mollie and Giles Ralston. The cast includes Theresa Lyons of 1340 Martine Avenue in Scotch ballet, tap, jazz and modern. It is up to Detective Sergeant Trot- Nutley, playing Mrs. Ralston; Michael Plains location. Reservations to audition are strongly PROM?…David Jennings, a student at The Academy for Allied Health Sciences ter (and you) to figure out the Miguel of Hillside, playing Mr. The Dance Company at the “Y” is encouraged by calling (908) 889- at the Union County Vocational Technical School in Scotch Plains, gets creative Ralston; David Ciampichini of New for dancers ages 7-18 who are inter- 8880 x141. when he recently asked Avia Shadmi to the prom by utilizing the Westfield Rialto Providence, playing Mr. Wren; Leslie ested in advancing their education Please call the Member Service Desk Movie Theater marquis. A very surprised and very happy Avia said yes. The Stony Hill Players Riccie of Cranford, playing Mrs. through performances, workshops with questions at (908) 889-8880. prom takes place in May at the Bridgewater Manor. Boyle; Rodney Belle of Linden, play- and dance competitions. The “Y” is the nation’s leading Present A Man For ing Major Metcalf; Alicia Cordero of The dance director of the program nonprofit committed to strengthen- All Seasons Linden, playing Miss Casewell; Sam is Jenny Logus who is the Fanwood- ing communities through youth de- Trailside to Host ‘Owls of SUMMIT – The Stony Hill Rosalsky of New Providence, playing Scotch Plains YMCA Dance velopment, healthy living and social Players will present A Man For Mr. Paravicini and Ty Jacobs of Program Coordinator. She is best responsibility. Visit New Jersey’ Program All Seasons on February Millburn, playing Sergeant Trotter. The known for directing the world- fanwoodscotchplainsymca.org to 10,11,17 and 18, at 7:30 p.m. play is produced by Bill Chamis and renowned Broadway Dance Center learn more about Fanwood-Scotch MOUNTAINSIDE – The Union and February 12, and 19, at 3 directed by Bob Pells. in NYC. Mrs. Logus was owner and Plains YMCA programs. Financial County Board of Chosen Freehold- p.m. Performances will take place on artistic director of the Westfield assistance is available for those who ers and the Department of Parks This historical drama by Rob- Friday, February 10, at 8 p.m.; Sat- School of Dance, the Westfield qualify. and Community Renewal are ert Bolt tells of Sir Thomas More, urday, February 11, at 8 p.m.; Fri- pleased to announce a new series of a man of strong conscience and day, February 17, at 8 p.m.; Satur- programs for adults at Trailside his dealings with Henry VIII, day, February 18, at 8 p.m.; Sunday, Pushcart Players Perform at Nature and Science Center in Cardinal Wolsey and Cromwell February 19, at 2 p.m.; Friday, Feb- Mountainside. “Audubon Lecture: among others. The production ruary 24, at 8 p.m. and Saturday, Owls of New Jersey” is the first of will take place at the Oakes Cen- February 25 at at 8 p.m. Lincoln School in Garwood the Winter 2012 Adult Program Performances are held at 78 Series. This lecture, for adults 18 ter, 120 Morris Ave. Summit. GARWOOD – Pushcart Players, Representatives from schools and Dennis Ryan directs. Winans Avenue in Cranford. For and older, will run on Thursday, more information call (908) 276- the Verona based professional the- other sponsors of theatre and arts in February 9, from 7-9 p.m. The fee For more information call atre company for young audiences, education programming interested in (908) 665-1376. 7611 or visit www.cdctheatre.org/ is $8 per person for Union County Show-2.html. Tickets are $20. performed its musical play Let Free- previewing or booking a performance residents and $10 per person for dom Ring at Lincoln School in or arts workshop should call Push- out-of-county participants. Pre-reg- ™ Garwood on January 20. cart at (973) 857-1115 or write to istration is required. POPCORN The performances were done as an “Pushcart,” 261 Bloomfield Avenue “Trailside’s Winter Adult Pro- all-school assembly gathering of stu- Suite A, Verona, N.J. 07044. gram Series offers a unique oppor- “The Iron Lady” dents and their teachers. Let Freedom Further information, such as tunity for residents to learn new FASCINATING WILDLIFE…A Ring (formerly known as American Pushcart’s current brochure and study Barred Owl is one of the owls that will Streep Steels the Show and interesting facts on a myriad of be discussed during the program for Sampler), is a fast-paced musical guides to all programs, may be ob- nature-related and historical top- adults, “Audubon Lecture: Owls of 2 and ½ popcorns which offers a fresh approach to tained by sending an email to ics,” said Freeholder Chairman New Jersey” at Trailside Nature and telling the story of Colonial America [email protected] or Alexander Mirabella. “The One Popcorn, Poor • Two Popcorns, Fair • Three Popcorns, Good • Four Popcorns, Excellent Science Center on Thursday, Febru- and pleases a wide range of stu- by visiting the Pushcart website at Audubon Lecture: Owls of New ary 9, from 7-9 p.m. By MICHAEL S. GOLDBERGER grander effort would be required to dents and teachers with its familiar www.pushcartplayers.org. Jersey, the first topic in the series, is Film Critic make this a film of true historical folk songs, high energy staging and sure to be an informative and en- or special events at Trailside, call In Phyllida Lloyd’s “The Iron import. colorful costumes and settings. Author Robin gaging program.” (908) 789-3670 or visit Lady,” the great Streep and great Almost always ready to the chal- The story spans K-8 history and Owls are among our most fasci- www.ucnj.org/trailside. Trailside makeup doth a prime minister make. lenge, however, are the costume social studies – from the arrival of nating wildlife. There are eight spe- Nature and Science Center is lo- It’s gotten to be an old saw, touting and set design folk, who here attain the first settlers in 1620 to the new Walensky to Visit cies of these raptors living in New cated at 452 New Providence Road Meryl Streep’s thespic brilliance in with notable aplomb the visual tem- wave of immigration at the turn of Jersey, four of which commonly in Mountainside and is a service of spite of whatever flaws detract from per, tone and aura of whatever era the 19th to 20th century.This spir- Town Book Store nest in the Watchung Reservation. the Union County Board of Chosen the film containing her performance. in Mrs. Thatcher’s political career ited musical review is a celebration WESTFIELD - Meet Robin Dorothy Smullen, teacher/natural- Freeholders. Here, she is probably more Marga- is being detailed. Actual footage of of our nation’s birth and develop- Walensky, author of the book, “Beau- ist with the New Jersey Audubon ret Thatcher than Mrs. Thatcher her- accompanying cataclysms, usually ment, and brings history to life in tiful Life: The CSI behind the Casey Society will present an illustrated self. Aye, it’s a magic trick. of terrorist activity, supplies a jar- an inspiring, informative and highly Anthony Trial” on Saturday, January program that explains the adapta- So, even if you’re a film critic ring, startling contrast to the heady entertaining theatre piece. 28, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The tions that make these birds success- who finds the former prime ruminations. Pushcart Players is an ensemble of Town Book Store. ful hunters. The audience will have minister’s politics abhorrently op- All well and good. But the prob- professional (Actors’ Equity Asso- News reporter Robyn Walensky an opportunity to view mounted posed to almost everything you lem nags. There should be more. ciation) actors dedicated to enrich- goes one-on-one with the CSIs and specimens, listen to owl calls and believe in, you still can’t help but Here I am at about the 60 percent ing, enlightening and inspiring young detectives from the Orange County learn to identify their pellets. be drawn into the superbly artistic mark of the review, where it be- people through the introduction and sheriff’s office who investigated the For additional information about See it all on the Web! web of personality Miss Streep hooves to tell you how the film- presentation of quality theatre and murder of Caylee Marie Anthony for the Audubon Lecture: Owls of New www.goleader.com weaves. Just be aware that this is maker plays Devil’s advocate by arts in education programming. three years. Jersey, or other programs for adults more character study than biopic. taking the prime minister to task for Pushcart is in its 38th season and She shares her keen observations The stuff of governing is decidedly this or that. But, there is very little, has traveled over two million miles from her front row seat at the trial just ancillary to the charisma. if any, of that. Thus somewhere to serve more than eight million feet away from jurors and defendant Forcefully denoted in what often where inspiration resides, Clio, the children and their families. Based Casey Anthony. Walensky is donat- 7PULKH:\TTLY*VUZLY]H[VY` feels like an apologia, this daughter muse of history, scowls. in New Jersey, this dynamic and ing a portion of proceeds to the Or- of a self-reliant grocer, brought up Too bad. Biography can be a great highly acclaimed company brings ange County Sheriff’s Office during WWII, is indeed a tough tool for historical study, provided the power of the arts to life in “Children’s Safety Village,” for Fin- Where Dreams Take Center Stage cookie who feels people should fend its intention, after detailing the life schools, theatres and community gerprinting and DNA collection kits for themselves. And, thanks to a of its subject, is to place said per- centers throughout the nation and for kids. camera that moves back and forth sonage in the circumstances that abroad. Pushcart is well known for Robyn Walensky is a veteran news through the years with seamless both shaped him and that he or she presenting productions filled with reporter and anchor who has been 2012 poise, the sympathetic portrait in turn shaped. Although Miss Lloyd fun, facts, magic and wonder; and covering crime, terrorism, politics, doubles as a touching look at the pays lip service to the process, this for bringing a little bit of “Broad- and breaking news for more than aging process. is more about fame and achieve- way” to schools and local theaters twenty years in both radio and televi- STARLIGHT THEATRE Making it a full course lesson in ment than the life and times of throughout New Jersey and beyond. sion. She was in two terrorist attacks, Grades 2-6 what can be achieved in but one Thatcher. Pushcart productions provide young and reported extensively on the World June 25 - August 3 portrayal, Streep also etches a Ma- Pity, too. Because we sure could audiences with an excellent intro- Trade Center bombing in 1993, the (CLOSED JULY 4-8) chiavellian pastiche on the work- use an astute rummaging around in duction to theatre and the arts along federal trial of the WTC 93 Plotters, Mon - Fri 8:30 -12:30 Dance, voice and acting training. ings of power. She gets good help. the enmity between the left and with lessons rich in character de- and September 11th. She is co-edi- Show: CINDERELLA KIDS Playing sounding board and con- right, a force currently deterring velopment and human values. tor/author of the book “Covering science to the process of promi- much of the world from progress- All presentations are accompa- Catastrophe-Broadcast Journalists nence, Jim Broadbent is superb as ing toward a fruitful destiny. Per- nied by a study guide for teachers Report 9-11-01.” Denis Thatcher, proving that be- chance a look at the version of the and a question/answer session with Most recently, Ms. Walensky was hind every great woman there is a enigma as it existed in Thatcher’s the cast immediately following a the morning drive reporter covering SPOTLIGHT THEATRE magnanimous man. day might have shed light on the performance. In addition to Let Free- the Casey Anthony Trial for WDBO Grades 6-9 This is where the director takes a current permutation. After all, that dom Ring, many other Pushcart pro- Radio in Orlando, Florida, and a fre- June 25-August 3 daring but ultimately successful is how history works. ductions continue to be available quent guest on CNN’s Nancy Grace (CLOSED JULY 4-8) Mon - Fri 8:30-12:30 chance. She keeps Mr. Thatcher Case in point, “M*A*S*H” throughout the school year and may Show. Currently, she works for Mer- Dance, voice and acting training ever-present along the perimeters (1970), though set during the Ko- be viewed by downloading our cur- cury Radio Arts. She is anchor/re- Show: HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL of his wife’s career. Serving as af- rean War, was really about the Viet- rent brochure from porter for The Blaze and can be heard flatus, he chides comically, sweetly nam War. Art and history combined www.pushcartplayers.org. Pushcart’s daily on Glenn Beck’s national radio and acerbically. And then Miss in a grand, comparative muckrak- wide range of Arts In Education pro- show. Lloyd ups the ante. That is, she ing worthy of Mark Twain himself. grams such as Creative Drama Work- Meet Robin Walensky at The Town chooses to have him flit in and out The film did its part to help end the shops, Teacher Training and Profes- Book Store located at 270 East Broad CENTER STAGE of Margaret’s consciousness, even war. In this case, too much homage sional Development Workshops, Kids Street in Westfield (corner of East GRADES 9-12 after his death. and not enough counterpoint prove Do Broadway After School Programs June 25-August 5 Broad and Elmer Streets). If you are (CLOSED JULY 4-8) The resultant mini-monograph on a disservice, especially to Mrs. and many others are also available unable to attend this event, feel free Mon-Fri 12:30-5:30 non-traditional marriage sings a Thatcher. and may be tailored to suit the needs to call The Town Book Store at (908) Dance, Voice, Acting, paean to the unselfish give and take Still, lest we think her a party to of any school or organization upon 233-3535 to reserve an autographed & Audition Training required of all relationships, and lying by omission, Meryl Streep’s request. copy. thus provides a primer on what it smart, multi-layered representation Two fully staged shows: takes to make the seemingly im- tacitly coaxes one to read between LEGALLY BLONDE & possible impossibly sublime. Un- the lines. Therefore, for those so fortunately, the historical events inclined and possessing of the time, JUST GO TO THE MOVIES depicted are more in the service of the suggestion is to see this for Participation by Audition the main characterization than they Streep and then, just for good form, Auditions March 3, 10, 17 & 18 are of history. get hold of a biography with more by appointment Granted, adding an hour to the mettle to it than “The Iron Lady.” Call (908) 731-1377 or e-mail film to accommodate the turbulence … pinedaconservatory@ fore and aft the tumbling of the “The Iron Lady,” rated PG-13, is comcast.net Berlin wall, plus bunches of parlia- a Weinstein Company release di- mentary stuff only the history buff rected by Phyllida Lloyd and stars or visit: might welcome, would be unwork- Meryl Streep, Jim Broadbent and SUMMER www.pinedaconservatory.com able. But while a feeling for the Alexandra Roach. Running time: www.PINEDACONSERVATORY.com times is more or less achieved, a 105 minutes. 908-731-1377 Page 20 Thursday, January 26, 2012 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION

Auditions Set For Summer Choral Art Society Performs Program Featuring Legally Mendelssohn’s Paulus By BARBARA THOMSON The work features four soloists, Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times who were of mixed quality. The two Blonde The Musical WESTFIELD – Westfield’s Cho- men, tenor David Kellet and bari- CRANFORD — The Pineda gone on to appear in professional ral Art Society presented tone Andrew Martens, did an excel- Conservatory’s Center Stage Pro- theaters and opera houses around Mendelssohn’s oratorio Paulus (St. lent job. Both have big, rich voices gram for talented high school stu- the country. Paul) at The Presbyterian Church of and delivered their solos with drama dents is holding auditions for its Auditions are being held on Sat- Westfield on January 21. It was a and musicality. Soprano Ellen Goff five-week summer program that in- urdays March 3, 10, and 17, by chance to hear a fine work, which has Entriken had the bulk of the solo cludes fully staged productions of appointment only for students en- been overshadowed by singing, as Mendelssohn assigns her Legally Blonde The Musical and tering 9th grade and up. Appoint- Mendelssohn’s more famous orato- most of the recitatives, which propel Just Go To The Movies. ments can be made by calling (908) rio, Elijah. The two have much in the story line forward. She is a sea- The Center Stage program runs 731-1377 or by online submission common – both tell dramatic stories soned performer and sang her part from June 25 to August 5 (closed at www.pinedaconservatory.com/ from the Bible, both employ large with style and authority, but her voice July 4-8), Monday through Friday, Audition-Request.html. chorus and soloists, lush orchestral has a substantial wobble and lacks 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the Cranford Prepare 16 bars of a musical the- accompaniment, and fine choral writ- point in the middle register. She and Dramatic Club Theatre. atre up-tempo and 16 bars of a mu- BROADWAY HITS…The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School Choral Depart- ing. Bach’s influence is seen in mezzo-soprano Angelika Nair (who The training program includes act- sical theatre ballad that show range ment will present a special Cabaret Night on Wednesday, February 8, at 7:30 p.m. Mendelssohn’s use of German cho- has very little to do in this work) ing, dance, vocal and audition train- and acting ability. You may not be The Select Choir, above, will be one of the many choirs performing. rales (hymns) and contrapuntal writ- were both overshadowed in volume ing. The staff includes choreogra- asked to sing both. Vocal auditions ing for the choruses, but his lovely, by the male soloists, and the solo pher Christopher Johnson (Radio City will be followed by a group move- flowing melodies are his own. quartet singing lacked balance and Christmas Spectacular, Chicago), ment and dance call. Please bring SPFHS Choral Department The Choral Art Society has been a cohesion, sounding more like four actor Dan Macyak (Broadway’s Lion dance clothing (comfortable clothes staple of the Westfield scene for many independent singers than one quar- in the Winter), director Juan Pineda and dance shoes/sneakers). We rec- years – they are celebrating their tet. (Broadway’s Miss Saigon), vocal ommend all students dress profes- Presents a Cabaret Night 50th anniversary season – but, sadly, Unfortunatley, the performance coach Valerie Pineda (Manhattan sional for the audition. You will be SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD – (“Can’t Help Lovin’ That Man” from this was not one of their better en- was marred by no less than four occa- School of Music), director and cho- given time to change. The audition The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High Showboat); the Men’s Choir (“Luck deavors. The opening orchestral over- sions where things came so unstuck reographer Fausto Pineda (King and process will take approximately two School Choral Department will Be A Lady”) and Sensations; the a ture featured a lot of out-of-tune that they had to stop and start the I, Grease) and vocal coach Patricia hours. If necessary, call-backs will present a special Cabaret Night on cappella group (“Circle of Life” from playing, a problem which did not movement over. Whether this is the Pineda (VCU). be scheduled on Sunday, March 25. Wednesday, February 8, at 7:30 p.m. The Lion King). improve as the evening went on. fault of conductor James Little or the Enrollment is limited and accep- Students selected will be given one Instead of traditional choral mu- Additionally, in true cabaret fash- The upper strings, in particular, had performers is debatable, but it was tance is by audition only. Former week to accept their spots or they sic, the award-winning groups will ion, a number of soloists will per- intonation problems and a flimsy certainly jarring to the audience. Pineda Conservatory students have will be forfeited to our waiting list. perform selections from Broadway form full songs from a variety of sound, and there were tuning prob- So the evening was a mixed bag. It been accepted into some of the For more information visit shows and The Great American shows, old and new. lems within the woodwind and brass was a pleasure to hear this often over- nation’s leading college theatre pro- www.pinedaconservatory.com or Songbook. The performance will be held in sections. looked oratorio, but disappointing grams and conservatories and have call (908) 731-1377. Groups that will perform include the Manya Ungar auditorium at the The choral sound was better, and that the performers did not live up to the Concert Choir (West Side Story high school located at 667 Westfield the choristers sang with energy and their potential. Choral Art has had medley and “Corner of the Sky” Road, Scotch Plains. Admission is enthusiasm, at times sounding full many excellent concerts over the from Pippin); the Select Choir (a free, though a small donation is ap- and heroic, at times mellow, with a years, and we can hope that they will Cole Porter medley), Las Cantadoras preciated. nice line. return to better form next time. Hedgehog and Feather to Civil War 150th Anniversary Present Workshop on Props Exhibit at UC Courthouse WESTFIELD — Hedgehog and What are props? How do they ELIZABETH – The Union Speakers at the opening event will Feather Theatre Company will help tell the story in a play? How do County Board of Chosen Freehold- include Karen Cassidy, Assignment present The Wacky World of Props they help an actor with his or her ers and the Union County Civil War Judge, Superior Court New Jersey; winter one-day workshop on character? Why is there a toilet Sesquicentennial Committee an- Union County Freeholder Chair- Wednesday February 8, from 3:45- plunger on the stage? These ques- nounce the opening of an exhibit to man Alexander Mirabella; the Rev. 4:45 p.m. for children in first through tions and more will be answered at commemorate Union County’s role Robert Higgs, pastor of the First third grade and from 5-6 p.m. for The Wacky World of Props. in the Civil War of 1861-65. The Presbyterian Church of Elizabeth; Pineda Conservatory’s 2011 production of Crazy for You. fourth through sixth graders. Actors make it look easy when exhibit is scheduled to open on and Union County Clerk Joanne they use something on stage but the Thursday, February 9, at 2 p.m. in Rajoppi. There will be entertain- reality is that they have worked the Union County Courthouse, 2 ment and refreshments. The public very hard to make it look that way. Broad Street in historic midtown is invited to the opening of the ex- The workshop will teach young Elizabeth. hibit, but you are asked to call Ms. actors how to work with props on “This exhibit of Civil War arti- Rajoppi’s office at (908) 527-4787 stage and also explore some won- facts and photographs will focus on to reserve a seat. derful improv games with props. the unique contributions of Union The Civil War commemorative Future workshops include Super County citizens to the war effort,” exhibit will be on display until 2015 Sticky Situation on Monday, Janu- said Union County Clerk Joanne and the displays will change from ary 30. Duct tape is said to keep Rajoppi, chairman of the Civil War time to time. Anyone wishing to every theatre company “together.” Sesquicentennial Committee. loan historical artifacts from the Join in on the workshop for an after- “We’ll place special emphasis on Civil War era for the exhibit can noon of adhesive creativity and cre- the experiences of Union County contact committee member ate props and costume accessories residents in the areas of the home Katherine Craig at (908) 282-7617. from duct tape. Grades five and up. front, the military, and the economic All objects will be secured, locked Prerequisite: must be able to tear and political life of the County.” and acknowledged. duct tape. Mask Making for Mardi Gras, Monday, February 13. Make mar- WF Restaurant Week to Run velous masks just in time for Mardi Gras, learn about the history of February 19 –March 4 the future of space exploration masks in theatre and see how masks are used to train actors. Grades 1- WESTFIELD – Westfield Restau- Cosimos, Gabi’s Sushi and Noodle, 3 and grades 4-6. rant Week will begin on Sunday, Isabella’s American Bistro, Jeffrey’s Puppets, Muppets and More! on February 19, and will run through of Westfield, Limani Seafood Grill, Step into the future in this new exhibition Monday, February 27. Be a puppe- Sunday, March 4. The event has been Mojave Grill, Turning Point, that transports visitors to the Moon, Mars, and teer! Explore our vast collection of expanded to run for two weeks ex- Theresa’s, Splash of Thai, Xocolatz puppets of all kinds. Our guest cluding Fridays and Saturdays. and Wild Greens. beyond as it boldly explores humanity’s puppeteer will share professional Restaurant Week specials will in- CoolVines, The Liquor Basket and next steps in space. puppeteering techniques. Grades clude a two-course lunch for $10 and Westfield Wine and Liquor will offer 1-3 and grades 4-6. a two-course dinner $20. Certain res- a 10 percent discount. All workshops are held in the taurants will offer a three-course din- Bovella’s Pastry Shoppe will offer Parish Hall of St. Paul’s Church ner for $30. The price does not in- buy one get one free cupcakes. Swirl located at 414 East Broad Street. clude tax, gratuity or beverages. Whirl will offer a free 6-ounce yo- The entrance is located on St. Paul’s Participating restaurants include gurt with the purchase of the same. Street. 16 Prospect Wine Bar and Bistro, Yapple Yogurt will offer a second For more information visit Acquaviva delle fonti, Ana Beall’s item of equal or lesser size for free [email protected]. Tea Room, Boulevard Bistro, with a purchase. Newark Public Library Celebrates Black Theatre During Black History Month NEWARK – The Newark Public stretches back to the 18th-century, speak about Theatre in Newark and Library will present a two-month se- including a vital community theatre David Mills, a Hughes scholar/in- ries of events and exhibitions exploring scene in the 1970s and 1980s. On terpreter, will discuss, The Art of the world of black theatre from Broadway, black actors and actresses Langston. Cynthia “Lady Rose” Newark’s groundbreaking companies battled segregation and racist ste- Roberson will sing the Negro Na- of the 1960s to Broadway stars like reotypes to win acclaim on stage. tional Anthem. Ethel Waters and Lena Horne. The series kicks off with a Wednes- The free event will be held at Cen- New Jersey theatrical day, February tennial Hall from 6 to 8 giant Paul Robeson will be 1, exhibit p.m. at the Main Library celebrated, along with opening and at 5 Washington Street. lesser known figures in- reception cel- Funding for the cluding Hollywood actor ebrating the Library’s Black History Lorenzo Tucker, who was birthday of Month activities and ex- known as the “black poet and hibits has been provided Valentino.” playwright by a generous grant from The series is part of the Langston the PNC Foundation. Library’s 2012 Black His- Hughes, a All programs are free tory Month celebration, former and open to the public. “We Wear the Mask: Black Westwood, Guided tours of the ex- Beyond Planet Earth: The Future of Space Exploration is organized by the American NOW OPEN Museum of Natural History, New York, (www.amnh.org), in collaboration with Theatre in Newark and Lena Horne N.J. resident, Ethel Waters hibit will be offered on MadaTech: the Israel National Museum of Science, Technology, & Space, Haifa, Israel. Near, From 1700s to 2012,” who debuted Tuesday, February 7, Tickets at amnh.org Beyond Planet Earth is made possible through the sponsorship of which ends Saturday, March 24. The his 1930s play Black Nativity in New- Wednesday, February 22, and Thurs- library exhibit, curated by Sandra L. ark. “Langston, We Love you Madly!” day, March 8, at 10 a.m., 12 p.m. and Open daily West, includes artifacts such as a photo will feature a talk by historian Dr. 2 p.m. Central Park West at 79th Street And is proudly supported by Con Edison. of Louis “Satchmo” Armstrong in the Wendell Holbrook, Associate Pro- For more information or to arrange all-star black jazz opera Swingin’ The fessor in the Department of African a tour of the exhibit, please call (973) 212-769-5100 Dream, a version of Shakespeare’s American Affairs, Rutgers Univer- 733-5411. In case of inclement Major funding has been provided by The Lila Wallace-Reader’s Digest Endowment Fund. Midsummer Night’s Dream. There sity – Newark, and a performance by weather, please call (973) 733-7800 Additional support is generously provided by Mary and David Solomon. is also a 1959 Playbill from the origi- the Adelaide Drummers from the (Main Library), (973) 733-7751 Presented with special thanks to NASA. nal production of Raisin in the Sun. Dr. Adelaide Sanford Charter School (Weequahic Branch) or (973) 733- Black theatre in Newark has a rich in Newark. Clarence Ali, founder, 7736 (Springfield Branch) to deter- and often overlooked history that Theatre of Universal Images will mine whether the library is open. Monk’s Painting 973-635-7900 MonksPainting.com Page S-1 Thursday, January 26, 2012 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary CHRISTIANO, WEISS PLACE SECOND; MURRAY GETS THIRD; MARKOVITCH GETS FOURTH Cannon, Kalimtzis, Tufaro Jacobs Win UCT Mat Titles By DAVID B. CORBIN Barber let Cannon escape in or- He’s tough! I am looking to see fire and recorded three folded,” Cannon said. der to work a takedown for a him again in districts,” Cannon takedowns to seize a 6-2 lead Barber went on to defeat Cou- Specially Written for The Westfield victory, but Cannon held on for a said. entering the second period, but gar Corey Markovitch, 6-0, for Leader and The Times 4-3 win. His championship bout was to Cannon repeatedly fired back. third place. Persistence overcame resis- “My goal was to stop Colin the be against heavily favored Bryan Merkel tired physically then men- Blue Devil senior Mike Kalimtzis tance twice for Scotch Plains- whole match, work hard, and it Merkel (RP). tally until Cannon cut his lead to recorded a pair of arm bar stack Fanwood High School senior Sean worked out for me in the end. “He and I used to battle. We 9-8. Seconds before the buzzer, pins to reach the 120-lb finals to Cannon, who battled his way face GL’s Ryan Morrison (UCT through a very tough semifinal 112-lb champ in 2011). Kalimtzis bout and an even tougher final recorded a low double-leg bout to grab the 152-lb wrestling takedown in the first period and crown and the Outstanding Wres- controlled Morrison from the top tler Award (upper weights) at position the entire second period the Union County Tournament to earn a 2-1 victory. (UCT) in Union on January 22. “It felt good to come out with Brearley (B) earned its seventh a win. I really didn’t get to straight team title with 180 wrestle the match the way I points, followed by Westfield (W) wanted to wrestle. I wanted to at 153 and Roselle Park (RP) at get a takedown early. Set the 146.5, but Cannon’s perfor- tone of the match, because we mances helped put the Raiders have them next week in a dual (SP) in fourth with a total of 139, meet. I wanted to keep my beating out the Governor weight on him on top, make Livingston (GL) Highlanders, who sure he didn’t get points. He placed fifth at 129.5. Cranford was tough on bottom. He did a (C) placed sixth with 107.5 points. lot of rolls, sit-outs and Blue Devil Head Coach Glen Kurz switches,” Kalimtzis said. was named Union County Coach Cougar freshman Gavin Murray, of the Year. after losing to Morrison in the Seeded third, Cannon won his semifinals, rebounded to defeat first bout by 1:33 fall. Next, he Andy Santamaria (RP), 7-1, to faced second-seeded Blue Devil place third. Colin Barber, who had defeated “It is good to see him bounce him in overtime in their recent back from a loss. Morrison is a dual meet. Cannon recorded a CONTINUED ON PAGE 2 defensive takedown in the first period. Barber escaped in the second period then Cannon es- Please Support caped early in the third, but Bar- ber converted a single to double- Cranford High School leg takedown to tie the score. Sports Programs David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times RESEMBLING A PRETZEL…Cougar Gavin Murray, left, has Highlander Ryan Morrison knotted up like a pretzel in Probitas Verus Honos the 120-lb semifinal bout. Or does he?

would go back and forth. Hope- Cannon swept in for the takedown See & Subscribe at fully I will get a good match,” to win 10-9. Go BallyhooBallyhoo goleader.com/ballyhoo Cannon said. “I just wanted it more. During Merkel came out like a ball of the match, I realized that I had to Cougars! Submit commentary and items for publishing. wear him out. There towards the Go and See a Game! Email to [email protected] l'ennemi du journaliste end, that’s exactly what I did. He Page S-2 Thursday, January 26, 2012 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary Cannon, Kalimtzis, Tufaro, Jacobs Win UCT Titles; Christiano 2nd; Murray 3rd tough senior. It’s a good learning used his hips for walkover trip takedown to a pin in 5:19 138-lb finals. ing a reversal, a takedown and a experience for him. It will teach takedowns to record a 5:53 fall “I had a single leg in. He was “He gave me a lot of open two-point near-fall to win, 8-3. him how to take a loss and bounce in his first bout at 220-lbs and supported by his other leg, so I looks. I had to get around him, Raider Dom Natale, who lost to right back to win. That shows you had some success with it in his 7- swept it out. He fell to a pin and and I took what I had. In the Floyd, 12-6, in the semis, fin- what kind of character the kid 4 victory over Union’s Jake I held it,” Jacobs said. “It’s great second period, he was riding a ished third with a 7-1 win over has. He is real strong on his feet. Cocchairella in the semis. that I can share it [UCT title] with little high. He tried to go around, Smith. Very strong on top! He knows Cougar JP Christiano won his where he is at all times. He has first bout by tech fall at 182-lbs, more mat sense as a freshman See more photos of the UC Tournament then slipped in to record three than a lot of kids have as se- “Photo Library” – 12jan22-uct-wrest takedowns and an escape to de- niors,” Cougar Head Coach Pat feat Blue Devil Brian Bulger, 7-4, Gorman said of Murray. in the semis. Bulger finished Raider heavyweight Anthony fourth. Tufaro pinned his first opponent “I knew I could get in on my with a corkscrew (Jimmy John) shots. I had to set them up right in 2:21, then faced Linden’s (L) then get my finishes. He has long Sumir Burns known for his dan- legs, so I needed to get in there. gerous head throw, but Tufaro I just wanted to wrestle under began with a takedown and con- control. Get ready for my final trolled him from the top position match. I got [Joey] Balboni [B]. en route to a 5-1 victory and a He’s a good kid. I will see him trip to the finals. again this year, so I want to get “He was ready to move. I just the victory to help in seedings,” ducked out of it. When you get a said Christiano, who added, “He big guy, and you put 285-lbs on is great on his feet. My coach and top of him, it is a lot of work to I have been talking about it. We keep off,” Tufaro explained. have a game plan. We will see if Looking to his title bout with it works.” Mike Christian (B), Tufaro said, Balboni fought off two potential “I have never wrestled him be- takedowns and recorded two him- fore. I am pretty sure it’s going self to beat Christiano, 5-2. to be a good match. It will defi- Blue Devil Mike DeLouisa nitely go the full six minutes.” bounced back from a loss to top- Tufaro was correct! Tufaro con- seeded John Balboni to defeat trolled Christian on top the entire Phil Woods (RP), 5-1, to place second period and even at- third at 160-lbs tempted to bait him for a pan- “I got beat by Loevsky [Roselle cake maneuver. Park] a couple of weeks ago in a “I had to keep him down. I was match that I was hoping to win, trying to make him make a mis- but I didn’t. It meant a lot to me take, so I could work off of it,” to get this win over Woods. Bar- Tufaro explained. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times DESPERATE TO ESCAPE…Blue Devil Matt Barber, front, desperately needs to escape the grasp of Brearley Bear Mike ber beat him earlier in the sea- Tufaro escaped and added a son. I wanted to prove myself to takedown in the third period to Disko in the 132-lb third-place bout. Disko held on to win, 2-1, after 3 overtime periods my coaches and to my family grab a 3-0 victory and the crown. that I can really work hard and “It was a lot of hard work in the “It was a tough match. I like to one of my training partners, be- so I caught him in the air and take home a top-3 today,” room with my coach really helps, work them, but if they don’t work, cause he pushes me a lot in capitalized on his mistakes,” DeLouisa said. because he makes me do stand- it’s not that big of a deal,” Jacobs practice.” Rotondo explained. Balboni defeated Shane Haddad ups all day,” Tufaro said. said. Weiss defeated second-seeded His title bout would be against (GL), 8-6, for the title. Blue Devil heavyweight Kyle Looking to the title bout, Jacobs Ed Olenick (Johnson) in the semis a very physical D’Ondre Floyd Blue Devil Ellis Opoku defeated Kania recorded 3-0 and 7-3 deci- said, “I don’t really pay attention to reach the finals. (Elizabeth). “I got to make sure Raider Mike Steinfeld, 5-3, to sions, respectively, before fall- to the names. I am not con- Blue Devil Nick Rotondo won I wrestle my match. Tire him out place third at 145-lbs. Nick ing to Christian in the semis, but cerned about anybody.” his opening bout, 3-1, recorded a lot, and in the third period Lospinoso (B) won the title with he finished third winning by in- In his final bout against Cougar a pair of takedowns and a rever- dominate him,” Rotondo said. a 6-1 win over Justin Becker jury default. Jeff Weiss, Jacobs saved his best sal to defeat Dan Smith (New Floyd, however, had the upper (Rahway). Raider Tom Raider senior Andrew Jacobs for last with a single-leg back- Providence), 6-1, to reach the hand in the third period, record- CONTINUED ON PAGE 3 Page S-3 Thursday, January 26, 2012 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary Cougar JP Christiano & Brearley’s Joey Balboni

Blue Devil Colin Barber & Cougar Corey Markovitch Cannon, Kalimtzis, Tufaro, Jacobs Win UCT Titles; Christiano 2nd; Murray 3rd Cunningham defeated Hugo lbs) placed fourth. Blue Devil Roselle Park 146.5, 4. Scotch Plains- BOUT SEQUENCE: 106: — Nick DeMarco (B) d Nick Tekula Parraga (RP), 3-1, for third at Matt Barber got stung, 2-1, in Fanwood 139, 5. Governor Livingston 182: — Vic Pozsonyi (RP) d Zach (L), 5-3 113-lbs. Raider Brian Lapham three overtimes to place fourth 129.5, 6. Cranford 107.5, 7. Linden 86.5, Heissler (GL), 7-1 113: — John Mele (GL) p Gabe defeated Ralph Stadler (Eliza- at 132-lbs. 8. Rahway 65, 9 Elizabeth 55, 10. 195: — Anthony Tancs (B) d AJ Iarussi Magalhaes (L), 1:26 Plainfield 52, 11. Union (U) 50, 12 (S), 1-0 120: — Kalimtzis (W) d Morrison (GL), beth), 9-2, for third at 126-lbs. TEAM TOTALS: Johnson (J) 49, 13. Summit (S) 46, 14. 220: — Jacobs (SP) p Weiss (C), 5:19 2-1 Blue Devil Kieran Cline (182- 1. Brearley 180, 2. Westfield 153, 3. New Providence (NP) 35 Hwt: — Tufaro (SP) d Christian (B), 3-0 126: — Nick Abbott (S) d Isaac Valentin (R), 3-0 Raider Brian Lapham & Raider Andrew Jacobs & 132: — Ryan Hoy (GL) p Brendan Leary (RP), 5:34 Rahway’s Isaac Valentin Union’s Jake Cocchairella 138: — Floyd (E) d Rotondo (W), 8-3 145: — Lospinoso (B) d Becker (R), 6-1 152: — Cannon (SP) d Merkel (RP), 10-9 160: — Balboni (B) d Haddad (GL), 8-6 170: — Joey Balboni (B) d Christiano (C), 5-2 THIRD PLACE: 106: — John DeVito (RP) won fall 113: — Cunningham (S) won 3-1 120: — Murray (C) won 7-1 126: — Lapham (S) won 9-2 132: — Disco (B) won 2-1, 3 OT 138: — Natale (SP) won 7-1 145: — Opoku (W) won 5-3 152: — Barber (W) won 6-0 160: — DeLouisa (W) won 5-1 170: — Foster (L) won 3-1 182: — Valez (B) won 4-0 195: — Knight (P) won 10-8 220: — Cocchairella (U) won 7-1 Hwt: — Kania (W) won injury default Page S-4 Thursday, January 26, 2012 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary Cougar Cagers Burn Oak Knoll Girls, 47-38 Cougar Snacks The Cranford High School Lady Cougars basketball team im- proved to 11-3 with a 47-38 victory over the Oak Knoll Royals Warrior Icemen Beat on January 24. Senior Morgan Summit Boys Sting Miller scored 18 points, including Cougar Cagers, 48-46 Cranford Cougars, 4-3 two 3-pointers and four free The Watchung Hills High School throws, for the Cougars. The Summit High School boys ice hockey got a goal from Troy Junion Jess McCoy put in 10 basketball team went on a 14-8 Lewis late in the third quarter to points, including a 3-pointer. run in the fourth quarter to sting defeat the Cranford Cougars, 4- Junior Jenna Goeller scored nine the Cranford Cougars, 48-46, on 3, at the Union Sports Arena on points, including a 3-pointer. January 19. Reggie Green scored January 18. Tom Fitzgerald Sophomore Mairead McKeary 17 points and Stefan Fedorchak scored two goals and added an pumped in eight points, includ- netted 14 for the Cougars. Kurt assist for the 7-5-2 Cougars, while ing a 3-pointer. Junior Katie Rutmayer had eight points and Russ Harvey scored a goal and McGovern sank a free throw. Sean Babos had five points. Sean Feeney had an assist. Oak Knoll 7 10 9 12 38 Cranford 16 7 15 8 46 Cranford 2 0 1 3 Cranford 14 11 7 15 47 Summit 9 12 13 14 48 Wat. Hills 2 1 1 4 David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times GENEROUS DONATION…Cranford High School boys basketball Head Coach Ryan Huber, right, hands a representative of the American Cancer Society a check for $200 collected in the Cougars Against Cancer basketball tournament held in late December. Athletic Director Darren Torsone, left, displays a shirt from the tournament. Cranford Cougar Matmen Nip Union Farmers Matmen, 35-33 The Cranford High School wres- 170: JP Christiano (C) p Demetrius tling team had its work cut out Gresham, 1:02 but came through with a 35-33 182: Steve Gibki (U) p Rob Kessler, victory over an improving Union 1:28 195: Brian Homere (U) won forfeit Farmers team at Cranford on 220: Jake Cocchiarella (U) d Jeff Weiss, January 18. Freshman Gavin 2-1 Murray upped his record to 13-2, 285: Kristian Lewis (U) d Jon ElKhoury, senior Ian Henry upped his record 8-2 to 11-4 and junior Corey Markovitch improved to 12-3. Lady Highlanders Skin No of their losses have been to Union County opponents. Cougar Cagers, 42-38 The Governor Livingston High CRANFORD 35, UNION 33 School Lady Highlanders basket- 106: Ibrahim Elbanna (U) p Kevin Quigley, 3:02 ball team upped its record to 11- 113: Ryan Nobrega (U) won forfeit 0 with a 42-38 victory over the 120: Mike Helmstetter (C) won forfeit Cranford Cougars in Cranford on 126: Gavin Murray (C) p Andrew Best, January 19. Senior Morgan Miller 1:18 scored 15 points, including three 132: Ian Henry (C) tf Chris Dorvius, 17-1 3-pointers and four free throws, 138: Corey Birch (C) p Jeremy for the Cougars. Katie McGovern Randloph, 3:45 sank 11 points, Jess McCoy put 145: Mike Zuena (U) d Matt Dimartino, David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times 9-5 up 10 points, and Jenna Goeller COUGAR ATHLETES OF THE WEEK…Julie Byrne, a freshman on the varsity swim team, broke two school records scored two points. this past week in the 100-backstroke and the 200-individual medley. Scott Belmont is on the varsity bowling team and is 152: Corey Markovitch (C) d Beve Julien, 4-0 Gov. Livingston 4 9 15 14 42 currently averaging 182. As a senior captain he has helped lead the Cougars to several big wins this season. 160: Glen Cook (C) d Brandon Paris, 7-6 Cranford 7 9 7 15 38 Page S-5 Thursday, January 26, 2012 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary GW Freezes Longevity Benefits, CF Mayor Vows to Block Rejects Athletic Field Bids Birchwood Development the potential impact of 360 hous- By CHRISTINA M. HINKE Longevity benefits activate During committee reports, By FRED T. ROSSI ing units on the local school sys- Ms. Todisco said the finance Specially Written for The Westfield when a borough employee has Specially Written for The Westfield Leader tem – said he would be surprised been employed for five years. committee would have a pre- if the BOE did so. Another resi- Leader During the public meeting, liminary budget this week. CRANFORD – Mayor David dent said it was important to GARWOOD – The borough Mr. Mathieu reproached Mayor March 9 is the deadline to intro- Robinson said on Tuesday that he make the court aware of the in- council on Tuesday for the sec- Quattrocchi for having “poor duce the budget with adoption personally was “not hopeful” that creased costs to the township if ond time voted 4-2 to adopt communication” by not putting on April 20. Cranford would prevail in its bid the development goes forward. freezing longevity benefits for forth this ordinance, 12-03, last School Board Liaison Sluka to have a judge reconsider her In other business, the township non-bargaining unit employees. year. “I wonder why this solu- said Garwood residents would December ruling that the contro- committee passed a $1.173-mil- tion was not proposed by you, receive a discount to fees for versial Birchwood Avenue hous- lion bond ordinance that Deputy Councilman Victor DeFilippo and ing development could go for- Councilwoman Sara Todisco dis- mayor, last year?” Mr. Mathieu services at the Westfield Area Y Mayor Andis Kalnins said would asked. “I think that this points location to open in the Wash- ward. But he said the township’s be used to fund the various tax sented. recent legal maneuverings and appeals that were settled in 2011. Last year, the council put to a larger problem in our lead- ington School. The Garwood ership.” Board of Education announced efforts were part of the He pointed out that the municipal forth the same vote, and sub- municipality’s strategy for “build- government is responsible for fi- sequently Mayor Patricia In relation to personnel, Ms. last week that they have agreed Todisco proposed an employee to a five-year lease agreement ing the best case we can for any nancing all of the tax appeals Quattrocchi vetoed the council appeal” if its bid for reconsidera- even though more than three- vote to approve freezing lon- evaluation policy for non-union with the Y to use the school for borough employees. pre-school, day care, after- tion is turned down. “We want to fourths of local property taxes go gevity benefits. win,” the mayor said at Tuesday’s not to the local government but Tuesday night, ordinance 12- The council also rejected the school programs, a fitness cen- township committee meeting. ter and other programs. to the board of education and the 02 was passed. It is the same bids for the Athletic Field Com- “We want to prevail.” He said the county government. The town- ordinance by definition the plex Project and authorized Bor- Board Attorney Joseph Triarsi township government will “ex- ship committee also introduced mayor vetoed in December ough Clerk Christina Ariemma in the workshop meeting said haust any remedy we have” to an ordinance increasing various 2011. The council voted on two to re-advertise for the project. he expects the litigation with prevent the development from swimming-pool utility fees, with ordinances, 12-02 and 12-03, As a result, the Little League The Pointe to culminate in the proceeding. a public hearing set for Tuesday, introduced two weeks ago, to will be having its season at the spring. The judge assigned to Last Friday, Superior Court February 28. The committee ad- revise the longevity benefits to field, Athletic Field Complex the case, he said, feels she Judge Lisa Chrystal heard argu- ditionally appointed Robert P. non-union employees. Project Committee Chair Louis needs testimony in regards to ments from the township and Donovan to provide alternate mu- Under ordinance 12-02 the Petruzzelli said. the internal roadways or drive- from Cranford Development As- nicipal prosecutor services. borough would no longer pro- ways of The Pointe. sociates LLC, the Birchwood Av- Two resolutions were passed vide longevity benefits to any Mary Wolf of North Avenue, enue developer, in the latest authorizing bids for the refur- present or future non-bargain- who lives on a bend, said her round of the municipality’s oppo- bishment of the lower level of the ing unit employee. Ordinance vision of the roadway when ex- sition to the plan to build 360 municipal building that was se- 12-03 was defeated 4-2. It iting her driveway is blocked housing units in what local offi- verely damaged by Hurricane would have prohibited new em- because of cars and SUVs cials and many residents see as a Irene last August. That portion of ployees in the non-bargaining parked on the street. She asked severe flood zone. At Tuesday’s the building “took quite a beat- unit hired after January 1, 2012, Area Residents Make the borough to have someone committee meeting, Township At- ing,” said Commissioner Kevin to receive longevity benefits. come and look at the problem. torney Phil Morin said no decision Campbell. He said a trailer in the Non-bargaining unit borough Dean’s List at Wake “We’ll tackle that as well in was rendered at last week’s hear- rear parking lot is supplying the employees hired prior to Janu- Forest University Laws and License meeting,” Mr. ing but that he expects a written building’s heat. Mr. Campbell said ary 1, 2012 would continue to Sluka said. opinion “within a short period of the township’s insurance is cov- WINSTON SALEM, N.C. - The fol- Mark Enz of Cedar Street in time.” He expressed thanks to ering the costs involved with op- receive benefits. Ordinance 12- lowing local residents were residents who provided input to erating the parts of the municipal 03 was introduced January 10, Cranford asked the borough to among over 1800 students from seek more train stops in him about effects of flooding on building that were damaged. But, 5-1 with Council President Keith Wake Forest University who made the Birchwood neighborhood, not- he added, “we’re a bit under the Sluka dissenting. Garwood on weekends. Mayor the Fall Dean’s List: Quattrocchi responded that she ing that many comments were gun” to complete the repairs, “I’m disappointed with the Joyce Kechner, a resident of incorporated into the township’s because the insurance coverage way it went tonight,” Mayor is currently working with NJ Cranford; Allison Sharkey, a resi- Transit on adding stops. legal brief filed last week. will not be available next year. Quattrocchi told The Westfield dent of Westfield; Robert Mayor Robinson – in response At the beginning of the meet- Leader. When asked if she would Ciarrocca, a resident of Westfield; to a resident’s query about the ing, members of Boy Scout Troop veto the vote again, she re- Kathleen Esler, a resident of Probitas Verus Honos Cranford Board of Education No. 75 led the committee in the plied, “I don’t know.” Westfield. (BOE) possibly weighing in on flag salute.