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Published Every Thursday Since September 3, 1890 (908) 232-4407 USPS 680020 Thursday, February 2, 2006 OUR 116th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 05-2006 Periodical – Postage Paid at Westfield, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] SIXTY CENTS Dr. Foley Explains Budget Process During Q&A Session By MEGHAN GILL district increase ratables, what effi- managed care program. The district Specially Written for The Westfield Leader ciencies were instituted since the last also provides a New Teacher Institute, WESTFIELD —Superintendent of budget, how much is the budget af- a program that highlights differentiated Schools William Foley held a public fected by out-of-district placements instruction. information session, “Understanding and what can the community do to get The district spends $15 million on the Numbers,” on Monday night at the more funding from the state? “Good special education, or 21 percent of its Westfield High School auditorium with communication makes good decision budget. The federal mandate, Dr. Foley an audience of around 60 members of making,” Dr. Foley said. explained, is that every child from the the public and press, and a full board The budget is based upon board age of three to 21 is entitled to special of education turnout. education, however, the gov- “Tonight’s meeting is one ernment funding for these ser- of the new efforts suggested vices is only 7 percent, so the to us in November,” Board local taxpayer picks up the dif- President Anne Riegel said ference. as she introduced Dr. Foley. A member of the public Mrs. Riegel pointed out asked Dr. Foley, what the pen- that the board received more alty would be if the district than 140 e-mails from the did not provide special edu- public regarding the 2005- cation services to pupils. 2006 budget outcomes, in- “The penalty is that the dis- cluding many suggestions trict breaks the law. We have Michael J. Pollack for The Westfield Leader about how to improve the to do it…I can’t deny a child UNBELIEVABLE WEATHER...A family enjoys the record-breaking warm weather at Mindowaskin Park on Monday budget process, such as ex- services because the state afternoon, as temperatures reached 64 degrees. tending voting hours, hold- isn’t paying for it … a practi- ing budget meetings in pub- cal strategy? More advocacy.” lic, rather than in private Dr. Foley said the cost of DWC Welcomes New Members, Meghan Gill for The Westfield Leader committee, and more pub- HOW THINGS WORK...Dr. William Foley, superintendent out-of-district placements for lic involvement in the pro- of Westfield schools, discusses how the budget process works. special needs pupils can reach cess. “We really want to $58,000 annually. “We need develop a budget that people want,” goals, recommendations from the pub- to look and try to control costs,” he Discusses Parking Issues Mrs. Riegel stated. lic, state and federal mandates and said. New programs to keep students By GINA LEVINE-LEVY voiced his frustration with the down- challenge would be “reorganizing our Dr. Foley’s goals of the evening enrollment figures, Dr. Foley ex- in the district are the high-school Specially Written for The Westfield Leader town parking situation. “We can opti- assets to see where that lot would be.” were to “help you understand the plained. He said “86 percent of our “Bridge and Prep” and the pre-school WESTFIELD — During its annual mize all we want, but that’s no pana- He added that the suggestion is “not budget process, help us determine if budget funding comes from local prop- autistic “Leaps and Bounds” programs, reorganization meeting Monday cea for lack of parking.” unreasonable.” our budget information is clear, en- erty tax, 6 percent from the state, 3 which have saved the district $608,642. evening, the Downtown Westfield Cor- Councilman Caruana said that since During citizens’ open discussion, courage us to stay informed and in- percent from the federal government “We need to hire more therapists as poration (DWC) welcomed new board the parking deck referendum failed, property owner Gary Goodman said vite you to communicate with us dur- and 5 percent from other sources.” employees versus sending children to members Sal Caruana (town council “we have to work with what we have. that his inability to lease parking ing the budget process.” Starting salaries for teachers are consultants,” he said. liaison), Ted Schlosberg and Diane This is the reality of our parking situ- spaces to his tenants is forcing him to The presentation began with Dr. $49,000, the highest in the state, and Some shared services that have been Barabas. Town Administrator James Foley taking questions from the pub- the cost of education is $5,673 per implemented with the town are plow- Gildea, who will also sit on the board, lic, and subsequently addressing dur- pupil for classroom staff, with the state ing and tree maintenance, Dr. Foley was absent due to the birth of his baby. ing his town-hall style presentation. average being slightly higher at $5,833. explained. Other possible shared ser- David Martone and Joseph Spector Among the questions raised by the Dr. Foley also mentioned that health vices for the future would be field will remain chairman and vice chair- public were how can more services care benefits dominate costs, even maintenance, recreation and gymna- man, respectively. Lee Hale was be shared with the town, how can ther though 65 percent of teachers are in the sium maintenance. named treasurer and Dominick Verdic Another area of expense for the was re-named secretary. district is the rise in utility costs under In other business, Councilman Lancaster, Ltd. to Close; the facilities and maintenance portion Caruana, the chairman of the town of the budget. Westfield resident Rob- council’s parking and traffic safety ert Nehring proposed that the district committee, said the town plans to Owner David Sutter to Retire invest in solar paneling for facilities, oversell parking permits for employee By AMY O’BRIEN over the years.” which could allow for a 70 percent lots and issue “conditional” permits. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader The G.A. Wright Company from rebate and could represent a signifi- He said the idea is to see what “utili- WESTFIELD – After 45 years of Denver, CO was brought in to run the cant cost savings for the district. zation we can squeeze out of them.” helping residents mark birthdays, an- closing sale of the store, which be- The sale of 302 Elm Street, where He explained that if permit-holders niversaries, graduations and more, gins Thursday, February 2. The store’s the district’s administrative officers cannot find parking as a result, then Paul J. Peyton for The Westfield Leader they will get permission to park at a KICKING OFF THE NEW YEAR…The Downtown Westfield Corporation held Lancaster, Ltd. is shutting its doors. selection of cards, gifts and holiday are located, as early as this spring its first meeting of the year. Pictured, left to right, are: Town Councilman Sal The Elm Street store, which was merchandise will be marked down 20 could give the district a ratable of meter for that day. Caruana; David Martone, chairman; Joe Spector, vice chairman; Dominick Verdic, opened in 1961 by two brothers from to 75 percent. As preparations for the around $8 million. This funding would “The key is to get one call a day. If secretary; Diane Barabas; Frank Arena; Lee Hale, treasurer, and Ted Schlossberg. Hartford, Connecticut, and purchased sale continued throughout the week, be channeled for capital projects, not that happens, then we’ve done our by Westfield resident Bob Haines in customers kept knocking on the door salaries, Dr. Foley clarified. job,” he explained, adding that the ation,” given the defeat of a parking rent to a “lower class of tenants.” the early 1970s, has been an anchor and phoning to express their disap- Monday’s presentation will air on idea is to fill the lots to capacity. deck referendum in 2004 by voters. He said these tenants may “abuse the of downtown long enough to have pointment and wish Mr. Sutter luck. TV Channel 36 over the weekend. Mr. Spector, a business owner, Mr. Caruana suggested that the system” if they don’t have an assigned seen generations of Westfield resi- One of them, Mary Gare of town as a whole should “stop being space, by continually feeding meters. dents celebrate and mark thousands Garwood, summed up the general parking-obsessed.” “Your rules have cut me out of the of holidays and milestones. consensus, “I’m saddened, but it’s Fed Grand Jury Indicts Later, business-owner Mr. system,” he said, adding that he thought “I’m retiring – going out on the time to leave while you still enjoy it.” Schlosberg suggested a reduced-cost he was an “asset” to the town when he high side,” said owner Dave Sutter, a Mr. Sutter – who bought the build- parking area for employees. He said could attract more professional ten- former Hallmark Executive who pur- ing, which houses Lancaster in 1997 ‘Prodigy’ On More Charges many employees without permits ants who used parking permits. chased the store in 1985. “I can’t – says he is in negotiations with two By DEBORAH MADISON worry about parking tickets. Mr. Martone responded by saying Specially Written for The Westfield Leader sued by “defense intelligence” and stated emphasize enough how supportive people to lease the space. But only that his orders were to contact DAO Councilman Caruana said that the CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 the town has been. Twenty years ago retailers need apply. “No food, no FANWOOD —Fanwood resident regarding his work assignments. I had the opportunity to buy a store in banks,” Mr. Sutter described as his and business prodigy Raj Mukherji, The indictment further alleged that a mall or here and I chose Westfield first criteria for renting. 21, has been indicted by a federal the gold-badge, with his name, WF Town Council Votes to because of the people.” As for the future, Mr. Sutter said he grand jury on charges of impersonat- “Mukherji,” embossed across the top, “This is a wonderful town. We won plans to renovate the two apartments ing a U.S. Defense Intelligence agent, also had the words “defense” and “in- a National Main Street Award and we upstairs from Lancaster He was rec- fraud in connection with unautho- telligence” under his name, the initials Strengthen Tree Preservation have a good mix of local owners and ognized by the Westfield Historical rized use and possession of false iden- “USDOD” and the seal of the United By MICHAEL J. POLLACK dence and developers to have buffers national chain merchandisers,” he said Preservation Commission last June tification documents and lying to the States imprinted in the middle. The Specially Written for The Westfield Leader around existing trees, and increase the during an interview in his Elm Street for restoration sensitive to the origi- FBI when questioned about the source indictment also alleged that on or about WESTFIELD – At Tuesday’s meet- penalties for failure to protect the trees store on Tuesday. nal architecture of the exterior of his of those credentials. May 2004, Mr. Mukherji applied for ing, the town council enacted ordi- on the property.” Mr. Sutter is a member of the Down- building. He has been recognized, as Mr. Mukherji was previously in- employment with “WGU, Inc.,” a se- nances to strengthen the tree preserva- The council held advertised hear- town Westfield Corporation and has well, for allowing the Westfield Gar- dicted by a state grand jury in No- curity services company located in tion committee and change pool fees, ings on two ordinances that establish played a prominent role on its promo- den Club to draw water from vember on charges of stalking two Manalapan and subsidiary of the “A awarded a contract for a new Webmaster new pool membership categories and tions committee. Lancaster’s faucets and raffling mer- women, witness tampering, burglary Group,” a computer company. and approved five demolitions. change membership fees. The ordi- Mr. Sutter had considered selling chandise to benefit the Westfield Vol- and contempt of court. The indictment alleged that Mr. The council voted to amend the nance will create a parent-and-child the business but found potential buy- unteer Rescue Squad. Mr. Mukherji, who was arraigned on Mukherji represented to WGU that town code and mandate rules for tak- category. Also, pool fees will rise in ers to have either a “lack of money or Mr. Sutter, a Westfield resident who the federal charges on Friday, January he could help WGU secure govern- ing down trees during the construc- all categories except for individuals a lack of commitment.” is married with two grown daughters, 27, told The Westfield Leader that state ment contracts to provide security tion process and protecting trees by and senior citizens. “It was most important to me to says he also plans catch up on read- and federal charges stem from “un- services. The indictment alleged that putting up barriers to prevent against During the public comment por- find someone like Bob Haines or ing, travel and visit with his family. founded accusations and are errone- Mr. Mukherji presented his defense accidental destructions. tion of the meeting, Jim Baker asked myself, who could really fit in to this But above all, he wants to volunteer. ous.” He said prosecutors are being intelligence badge to an A Group Fourth Ward Councilman Jim Foerst if the town would move employees town,” Mr. Sutter said. “I have been “It’s time to pay back; this town has misled by false accusations made by employee along with a defense in- said, “this is the first of our efforts this from Lot 8 (Prospect Street) to the blessed to be intricately involved with been good to me,” he said. one of the women he was accused of telligence picture identification card year to preserve additional trees in our Elm/Orchard Street grid. customers – I’ve seen them as babies, High on his list of priorities are the stalking. CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 town by requiring construction pru- Town Administrator Jim Gildea said watched them grow, graduate, and American Red Cross, working with The 11-page indictment alleged that this is phase two of a three-phase plan then come back with their kids. The youth and family services and the on October 25, 2002, Mr. Mukherji on parking. He stated, “the town has customers have been very supportive Rotary Club of Westfield. sent a letter to a Justice of the Peace Special Edu. Accounts begun bagging meters on Ferris Place in Harrington, Del. , asking the court and Orchard Street, which do say pre- to dismiss a speeding ticket. In that paid permanent employee parking.” letter, Mr. Mukherji allegedly stated For 21 Percent of Budget Mr. Gildea also said environmental that he was “a DLPP agent for U.S. By MEGHAN GILL physical therapy and transportation. remediation will begin within the next Defense Intelligence.” Specially Written for The Westfield Leader If the district cannot accommodate few weeks on lot 8, eventually clos- The summons was dismissed fol- WESTFIELD — Almost 21 per- the student, then it is required to send ing down half of the lot. At such time, lowing receipt of the defendant’s letter, cent of the district annual budget is the student out-of-district. “Out of lot users will be redirected to on- the indictment stated. Mr. Mukherji dedicated to special education Ser- district placement can cost $85,000 street parking and lot 9 (Blockbuster). told The Leader that he accurately rep- vices for the 2006-2007 school year. per student,” Dr. Kozlik said. Assuming it is allocated for in the resented that he was a Defense Lan- At Tuesday’s board of education Because of these costs, Dr. Foley upcoming budget, both lots 1 and 8 guage Proficiency Trained (DLPT) meeting, Dr. Theodore Kozlik, assis- and the administration have imple- will be combined. agent with the Marine Corps. He tant superintendent for pupil services, mented some in-district programs that Mr. Gildea said residents on park- claimed he did not ask for the speeding presented the 2006-2007 budget pro- have reflected a savings. The out-of- ing waiting lists would go on one of ticket to be dismissed, but postponed posals on be half of Superintendent district total expenses reflect a 2.07 two lists – commuter or employee. because of his impending trip overseas. of Schools William Foley. Business percent decrease over last year’s bud- He indicated that the town is now The indictment also stated that on Administrator Robert Berman pro- get, from $6,790,501 to a proposed assigning where the resident will park, or about November 5, 2002, Mr. vided budget figures to the board. $6,649,730. This difference is due in no longer does the person choose a Mukherji walked into the U.S. Consu- Dr. Kozlik said that pupils in the CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 late in Calcutta, India and stated he district from age three through 21 are needed to speak with a representative of entitled to special-education services PAGE INDEX Amy O’Brien for The Westfield Leader the Defense Attaché Office (DAO). Ac- according to state and federal man- Regional ...... 2-3 Obituary ...... 8 Real Estate .... 16-17 CLOSING DOWN…David Sutter, owner of Lancaster, Ltd, on Elm Street , has cording to the indictment, Mr. Mukherji Editorial ...... 4-5 Education ...... 9 A&E ...... 19-20 announced the closing of the store after 45 years. Mr. Sutter, who is retiring, has dates. The most frequent services are owned the store for 20 years. presented a gold badge purportedly is- speech language, occupational and Community ... 6-7 Sports ...... 11-16 Classified...... 18 Page 10 Thursday, February 2, 2006 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A Watchung Communications, Inc. Publication DWC Holds Meeting POLICE BLOTTER CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 that he met with Mayor Andy ceived positive feedback. Skibitsky two weeks ago, and he was Mrs. Cronin offered a “snapshot” Scotch Plains Fowler, 34, of New Brunswick was ar- Monday, January 23, a resident of rested following a motor vehicle stop on assured that this was an issue he would of some of last year’s proudest ac- Winding Brook Way reported being the South Avenue and Shady Lane, which “try to remedy.” complishments. Forty million dollars victim of fraud. The victim told police she revealed outstanding warrants. Councilman Caruana added that was spent in private investment, 50 received a letter from her credit card Monday, January 30, Walter Ferrer- Mr. Goodman should inform his ten- buildings were “rehabbed” and vol- company stating someone had made un- Perez, 28, of Paterson was arrested fol- ants of the “free on-street parking” unteers logged more than 2,700 hours. authorized charges. She said someone lowing a motor vehicle stop on North nearby on Elm Street. In other business, the board unani- ordered a Dell computer valued at $700 Avenue for outstanding warrants. He added that plans are underway mously approved a façade grant for 9 using her credit card. Monday, January 30, Eraste E. Pierre, to “unrestrict” more streets around Elm Street, which will soon be occu- Thursday, January 26, a resident of 34, of Elizabeth was arrested on active the downtown area for parking. pied by retail store Eileen Fisher. The Crestwood Drive reported being the vic- warrants following a motor vehicle stop Benjamin Corbin for The Westfield Leader tim of identity theft. The victim stated on Midway Avenue at Shasta Place. Councilman Caruana also confirmed design committee met with the retailer END OF AN ERA…Beautiful Things owners Nell and Austin Goodwin of that someone used her personal informa- Monday, Janaury 30, Enrique A. that renovations for lots 1 and 8 at Elm to ensure that the façade will maintain Westfield (with store manager Susan Musano of Scotch Plains, right) close the tion to obtain a Nextel phone. Rivera, 23, of Plainfield was arrested and Prospect Streets would occur over the historic integrity of the building. store, which they owned for 14 years. Friday, January 27, a resident of Old following a motor vehicle stop on Mid- six weeks in June and July, after lot 8 on The grant will cover 5 percent of the Farm Road reported being the victim of way Avenue, which revealed numerous Prospect Street is remediated of all total cost of the storefront renovation. burglary. The victim stated her vehicle outstanding warrants. environmental hazards. Mr. Martone indicated that the re- Beautiful Things to Close; WF was entered and items were removed. Mountainside Executive Director Sherry Cronin tailer is “closing its location in Short The vehicle was parked in her driveway Wednesday, January 25, Steven J. discussed the success of the “hour- Hills Mall to move to Westfield.” He and was unlocked. She said lose change Garcia, 30, of Elizabeth was arrested for free parking” promotion which al- said, “that’s certainly a feather in our Couple Ran Store for 14 Yrs was taken from the vehicle. eluding police with a motor vehicle in a Friday, January 27, a resident of West high speed chase after the suspect fled the lows local businesses to purchase dis- cap” while other towns within the mall’s By AMY O’BRIEN The store drew customers from all Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Court reported being the victim of bur- scene of a motor vehicle stop on Route 22. count parking tokens to “reward” cus- perimeters “struggle” to find tenants. over New Jersey. Toms River resident glary. The victim said he left his vehicle According to police, Garcia was believed tomers. She said $5,000-worth of to- Ms. Cronin said the DWC is trying SCOTCH PLAINS — After 33 years Michaeleen Smith said, “I’ve looked unlocked in front of his house that some- to be driving a vehicle that was suspected kens have been purchased. to open the lines of communication in business, Beautiful Things, the first for years for the delicate light glass one entered the vehicle and took change. of being involved in a burglary. Mr. Spector said, “When a customer with local property owners. DWC contemporary crafts store in New Jer- Christmas ornaments they sold here. I Sunday, January 29, a student at Union When the officer approached the driver complains about parking, it helps.” held two property-owner forums to sey, is closing its doors. The popular would travel anywhere for a store like Catholic High School reported that his side window, the suspect fled the scene, In other business, Ms. Cronin dis- discuss promotions, design, economic store, at Second Avenue in Scotch this and will miss Beautiful Things.” vehicle was vandalized while it was parked police said. Before being apprehended, cussed this year’s promotional events, development and organization. Plains, represents more than 400 crafts- Mrs. Goodwin said she couldn’t have in the school’s parking lot. Garcia caused five vehicles to drive off including “ten nights of jazz” to cel- Mr. Martone said the forums were men from across the country. Fanwood the road before rear-ending a civilian made it the last 10 years without the Tuesday, January 24, Keven C. Wynns, vehicle that was stopped at a red light in ebrate the 10th anniversary of the Sweet a “good opportunity to stimulate dia- Nell and Austin Goodwin of help of store manager, Scotch Plains 24, of Somerset was arrested following a Newark, where the suspect was appre- Sounds Downtown Jazz Festival. logue” among property owners and Westfield have owned the store for resident Susan Musano, who knows all motor vehicle stop on Midway Avenue hended after a struggle that involved the She added that The Star-Ledger is to hear their concerns. He added that 14 years after buying it from Henri the customers and says she has “no and Forest Road, which revealed out- suspect trying to steal the officer’s hand- also offering a cross-promotion with he hopes the property owners will Leighton upon the death of his wife, plans for herself after the closing.” standing warrants. gun, police said. jazz where restaurants can appear in six encourage representatives to attend Paula. Mr. Leighton died in 2004. Scotch Plains Business and Pro- Tuesday, January 24 Deron F. Lespoir, A search of the vehicle produced a full-color ads during the festival. They DWC meetings. The Goodwins said that business fessional Association President Lisa 31, of Elizabeth was arrested on North notebook containing money along with will appear in the “Dish” section. In other business, Ms. Cronin an- had been great up until the last two Mohn, who owns the Apple Blossom Avenue after a motor vehicle stop re- names, addresses and two black ski masks, Ms. Cronin said DWC also plans to nounced that one-third of the 2005 years when they noticed it had slowed Flower Shop, said the Goodwins “will vealed outstanding warrants. Lespoir was police said. Garcia was also charged with partner with Comcast Cable to “en- budget was used in December for holi- considerably. They discussed closing also charged with obstruction of justice. outstanding warrants. Santos J. Arocho, be greatly missed by the town and me Tuesday, January 24, Jamee E. McCoy, Jr., 26, of Elizabeth, a passenger in the courage additional focus on the res- day-related events and that the year’s last year “but they loved it too much to personally, their closing brings tears 28, of Plainfield was arrested following a vehicle, was also arrested at the same taurants” by offering the establish- total budget was over by about $1,362 let it go,” Mrs. Goodwin said. to my eyes. They have been very motor vehicle stop on Farley Avenue, time for resisting arrest and for active ments the chance to purchase com- due to a year-end bill for the town’s Mrs. Goodwin noted that it is not generous to Scotch Plains — every- which revealed outstanding warrants. warrants, police said. mercials to air on the Food Network, joint-insurance-fund contribution. just Beautiful Things that has been thing they ever donated raised a lot of Thursday, January 26, Sharon E. Thursday, January 26, Kevin Ballard, CNN, HGTV and ABC Family. The DWC will hold its next meet- affected by the economy but crafts- money for the scholarship fund.” Gerald, 51, of Plainfield was arrested 40, of Newark was arrested and charged Other promotional items include a ing Monday, February 27 at 8 a.m. men from across the country as well. The Goodwins have been Westfield following a motor vehicle stop on La with contempt-of-court charges. He was “March for the Arts” in conjunction “There aren’t too many stores left residents for 38 years where they Grande Avenue and Forest Street, which apprehended at the East Orange Police with the Newark Museum, family movie that sell contemporary American raised their two children, a daughter revealed outstanding warrants. Department and transported back to nights outside at the South Avenue Train crafts exclusively.” Friday, January 27, Murto Bruno, 32, of Mountainside police headquarters. who now lives in Montclair and a Roselle was arrested following a motor Monday, January 30, an attendant at a Station and a downtown New Year’s WF BOE In staying open, the Goodwins made son, who is a metal sculptor and CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 vehicle stop on Terrill Road at Columbia Route 22 gas station reported that a mo- celebration during which a “W” would a conscious decision not to change the gallery-owner — the Red Saw, on Avenue that revealed outstanding warrants. torist driving a green Ford Explorer filled drop at the stroke of midnight. part because of students moving from tenor of the store. “We didn’t want to Broad Street in Newark. The Saturday, January 28, Gaetano P. his tank and left without paying. Mrs. Cronin also discussed working Westfield, as well as the “Leaps and start importing, we wanted to keep the Goodwins, who have operated bought Treppiccion, 41, of Stockton was arrested The attendant told police he recorded with the Westfield Historical Society to Bounds” pre-school autistic program quality high” and stay with our style Beautiful Things from Mr.Leighton. for outstanding warrants after a motor the license plate number before the ve- promote its “Westfield Treasures” event, implemented last year. of crafts, she said, “but it wasn’t Austin Goodwin, who has been vehicle stop on Martine Avenue. hicle drove away. According to police, a townwide garage sale for businesses Overall, the district’s special educa- enough. It is wrenching to say goodbye designing unique, contemporary jew- Monday, January 30, Natwan T. the license plate was stolen from a similar and residents at the South Avenue train tion services expenditure will increase to the customers. I’ve watched little elry for 50 years, will continue creat- Jenkins, 28, of Plainfield was arrested for vehicle in Scotch Plains. The victim was station. The event would include a map girls grow up who now come in with active warrants following a motor vehicle described the driver as a white male, from $16,383,532 to $16,852,393 or ing commissioned pieces from his stop on Terrill Road and La Grande Av- approximately six feet tall with a slim of homes which participate. 2.86 percent. Of that $16,852,373, the their children. We’ve had lots of tears home studio. Prior to joining his wife enue. Nyrisha D. Jenkins, 26, of Plainfield build. The passanger was described as a Mr. Martone said the goal is to state will provide $4,563,677 in aid to and lots of hugging.” at Beautiful Things, Mr. Goodwin and a passenger in the vehicle was also black male. The total amount of the gas promote Westfield not only as a down- Westfield. The extraordinary aid ap- The store announced a closing sale taught fine art, metals, ceramic and arrested for outstanding warrants. stolen was $33.37. The incident is under town destination but also as a “cul- plication is due Friday, February 24. beginning in January but didn’t ex- jewelry design at Kean College, now Monday, January 30, Shannon V. investigation, police said. tural mecca.” Last year the district received $322,168 pect everything to sell so quickly. The Kean University, for 38 years. Mrs. Cronin also displayed the year- in extraordinary aid. near-empty store, where everything is As for the next phase of her life, Nell end review ad, which appeared in The Dr Kozlik said instructional and 33 percent off, will remain open Goodwin says, “Who knows? I’ll re- Westfield Leader. The ad highlighted related services personnel requests through the first week in February group. It’s been a long time since I’ve Mukherji Faces Charges the DWC’s accomplishments for 2005 for special education services include with merchandise 50 percent off and worked on my own art. I like to cook. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 and, according to Mr. Martone, re- an autistic classroom teacher, para- then close, donating what remains. I have all kinds of options.” and an “Intelligence Community” Mukherji making a fictitious and professionals for autistic class, full- card. Based on the false credentials, fraudulent statement to the FBI. Filing Deadline for time speech land language specialist, WGU hired Mr. Mukherji. Mr. Mukherji, who was a business full-time occupational therapist, and WF Town Council Meeting The Defense Intelligence Commu- partner with former Morris County pros- BOE is February 27 a part-time physical therapist, total- nity card stated that Mr. Mukherji was ecutor and one-time gubernatorial can- AREA – Residents interested in be- ing $303,500 per year. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 an employee of one or more United didate Michael Murphy, said the com- coming a candidate for the board of Support staff personnel requests to- desired lot. Eventually, “the permits mates this will save $250 a month. States Intelligence Community enti- puter confiscated was Mr. Murphy’s. education (BOE) must sign and deliver tal $360,000 and include a behavior will be good at more than just the lot The council approved the demoli- ties and was authorized to carry gov- According to Assistant U.S. Attor- their petitions with the board secretary specialist, transition coordinator, and you sign up for,” Mr. Gildea said. tion of single-family dwellings at 46 ernment-issued firearms in the course ney Ricardo Solano, Mr. Mukherji by the 4 p.m. deadline on Monday, full-time school psychologist at WHS. “We’ll have much more possibility.” Moss Place and 940 Minisink Way, of his official duties. The indictment could be facing a maximum of 15 February 27. Petitions can be obtained In other business, Westfield residents As stated in the Finance Policy and the already-demolished two-fam- states that the defense intelligence years in federal prison if convicted on at the BOE secretary’s office. interested in becoming a candidate for Committee’s report, the committee ily structures at 734 and 728 South badge and the credentials were not all the counts in the indictment. A To find information on the Boards the BOE can obtain petitions and a awarded a contract to Mike Bielen for Avenue, West. Officials also approved issued or otherwise authorized by the court date as yet to be set. of Education in Union County, see “School Board Candidate Kit” at 302 the position of Webmaster. Prior to the demolition of a single-car garage Department of Defense (DOD) or the Mr. Mukherji’s attorney, James www.njsba.org/county/union/ Elm Street. Petitions need to be signed the meeting, the council discussed at 545 Hort Street. Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA). Plaisted of Roseland, could not be union_01.htm. Detailed candidate in- and delivered to Mr. Berman by Mon- how Mr. Bielen worked for an adver- Councilman Foerst said the South Additionally, the indictment alleged reached for comment. Mr. Mukherji formation can be viewed at day, February 27. The term for an elected tising firm in Westfield. Mayor Andy Avenue properties were demolished that around Nov. 8, 2004, a New maintains he was a “defense intelli- www.spfk12.org/ and kits can be ob- board member is three years. Skibitsky also revealed before the prior to the council’s issuance of a Brunswick police officer, while in- gence specialist” for the Marine Corps. tained at board of education offices. Board members whose terms are meeting that he and Mr. Bielen had a demolition permit. “We have instructed vestigating the stalking charges, re- He provided The Leader with his job TheWestfield BOE office is located expiring this year are Board Presi- prior business relationship. In addi- our zoning official to take a look at the covered the defense intelligence designation with the Marine Corps at 302 Elm dent Anne Riegel, Beth Cassie, and tion, Mr. Bielen volunteered on the property, and the property owner was badge and the other credentials from involving military intelligence and Street and can be reached at (908) 789- Kimberly Rhodes. Ms. Rhodes is not mayor’s re-election campaign. given the maximum fine pursuant to Mr. Mukherji’s possession. About Middle Eastern linguistics. 4420. The Board Secretary is Robert seeking re-election this term. The council recommended Mr. Bielen state law of $2,000 a piece,” he said. July 29, 2005, the FBI and Middlesex “I do not harbor any grudges against Berman. The annual school election will The next meeting will be Tuesday, after his help on the gov office website Other applications were deferred County Prosecutor’s Office found im- the woman falsely accusing me, but I do be held Tuesday, April 18. The term for an February 7, at 8 p.m., and will cover and software. It also was indicated that prior to the meeting until replacement ages of false defense intelligence cre- think that she needs help,” Mr. Mukherji elected board member is three years. fine arts and athletics budget items. the webmaster would be compensated tree requests are satisfied. 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timesnj.com TIMES USPS 485200 Thursday, February 2, 2006 Published Every Thursday Since 1959 (908) 232-4407 SIXTY CENTS OUR 47TH YEAR – ISSUE NO. 05-2006 Periodical – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] Federal Grand Jury Indicts FW ‘Prodigy’ on Additional Charges By DEBORAH MADISON sations and are erroneous. He main- acronym for Defense Intelligence Specially Written for The Westfield Leader tains that the prosecutors are being Agency. Mr. Mukherji told The Times FANWOOD — A 21-year-old misled by false accusations being that in the letter he accurately repre- Fanwood resident hailed as a busi- made by one of the women he was sented that he was a “DLPT agent” ness prodigy, Raj Mukherji, has been accused of stalking. which, according to Mr. Mukherji, indicted by a federal grand jury on The 11-page indictment, a public stands for Defense Language Profi- charges of impersonating a U.S. De- document obtained by The Times, al- ciency Trained. fense Intelligence agent, fraud in con- leged that on October 25, 2002, Mr. He said this was the valid title for nection with unauthorized use and Mukherji sent a letter to a Justice of his job with the Marine Corps and he possession of false identification the Peace in Harrington, Del., asking can and will provide documented documents and lying to the FBI when the court to dismiss a speeding ticket. proof of this title when court date questioned about the source of those In that letter, Mr. Mukherji allegedly arrives. He also claimed that he did credentials. stated that he was “a DLPP agent for not ask for the speeding ticket to be Mr. Mukherji was previously in- U.S. Defense Intelligence.” He also dismissed, but merely postponed be- dicted by a state grand jury in No- allegedly identified his e-mail ad- cause of his impending trip overseas. vember on charges of stalking two dress as “[email protected]” in The indictment also stated that on women, witness tampering, burglary the letter. or about November 5, 2002, Mr. and contempt of court. The summons was dismissed fol- Mukherji walked into the U.S. Con- Mr. Mukherji, who was arraigned lowing receipt of the defendant’s let- sulate in Calcutta, India and stated on the federal charges on Friday, Janu- ter, the indictment stated. According that he needed to speak with a repre- ary 27, told The Scotch Plains- to the indictment, DOD stands for the sentative of the Defense Attaché Of- Fanwood Times that state and federal Department of Defense and DIA, a fice (DAO). According to the indict- charges stem from unfounded accu- department under the DOD, is an ment, Mr. Mukherji presented a gold badge purportedly issued by “defense intelligence” and stated that his or- SP-F BOE Budget Draft ders were to contact DAO regarding his work assignments. Fred Lecomte for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times The indictment further alleged that UNBELIEVABLE WEATHER...A stroll down Park Avenue is a treat Monday for a mother and children as the wonderful Shows 5.48-Percent Hike the gold-badge, with his name, weather in the area continued to be uncharacteristic for the end of January. By MEGHAN GILL for the following electives: The Col- “Mukherji” embossed across the top, Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times lege Portfolio, Literature to Films, also had the words “defense” and SCOTCH PLAINS — Board of Debate and Discussion, The Comic “intelligence” under his name, the Walter DiNizo Retires After 20 education members last Thursday Vision, and The Nature of Evil. initials “USDOD” and the seal of the night heard a PowerPoint presenta- Nominating petitions for seats on United States imprinted in the middle. tion on family math night, received a the board of education are due to Mr. The indictment also alleged that on or summary of the 2006-2007 budget DelSordi by 4 p.m. on Monday, Feb- about May 2004, Mr. Mukherji ap- Years in Public Works Business and approved of the 2006-2007 school ruary 27. Petitions must be signed by plied for employment with “WGU, By FRED T. ROSSI depends on when they fall,” he said. meant that, “I’m not out on the road calendar. at least 10 voters residing in the dis- Inc.,” a security services company Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times This year, for instance, “there’s been as much as I would like to be.” The board also received five letters trict, one of whom may be the candi- located in Manalapan, a subsidiary of SCOTCH PLAINS — As he retires no snow, and we’re still picking up While he may be retiring from from members of the community re- date. the “A Group,” a Manalapan com- this week after more than 20 years of leaves and branches” due to the service in Scotch Plains, Mr. DiNizo garding teacher contract negotiations, Tonight, February 2, will be the puter company. public works service in Union County warmer-than-average temperatures has no plans to “go gently into the reflecting support for the board in first of the individual budget meet- The indictment alleged that Mr. — the last 13-plus years as director of that has allowed residents to continue night.” “I’m starting a new life,” he these negotiations. ings. An open agenda meeting will Mukherji told WGU that he could public property in Scotch Plains — cleaning up their yards. said. He expects to consult with Concerned parent Cheryl Kriney take place on Thursday, February 9, help them secure government con- Walter DiNizo says he won’t miss “This has been the most difficult town officials as plans to replace of Redwood Road in Scotch Plains at 7:30 p.m. tracts to provide security services. dealing with the hurricanes, floods, year as far as leaves and branches are the roof and heating and ventilation addressed the board regarding class On Wednesday, February 16 there The indictment alleged that Mr. blizzards and windstorms that have concerned.” On the flip side, snowy system at the municipal building on size. She cited an article that ap- will be a PTA-Roundtable meeting at Mukherji presented his defense intel- hit the area over the years. weather in December can delay leaf Park Avenue and to build a new peared in the Star Ledger regarding Park Middle School at 7:30 p.m. The ligence badge to an employee of the “I will miss the wonderful people” collection by weeks as has happened public works facility move forward Jefferson Township and how the town board will conduct a public hearing A Group along with a defense intelli- in the department, he told The Scotch a few times in recent years, he said. this year. He also wants to increase “found $400,000” to reduce class on the school budget on Tuesday, gence picture identification card and Plains-Fanwood Times on his final He said the biggest change he’s his involvement with the American sizes. March 28. CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 day at the office on Tuesday morning. seen in public works in the past 20 Public Works Association and fur- She asked the board if this could be He called the two dozen public works years is the “the additional paper- ther plans to work as a notary for done in the Scotch Plains-Fanwood employees “great” and “talented” work at all levels — municipal, title companies in New Jersey. district. Superintendent of Schools FW Council Hears people who helped him, he said, county, state,” Mr. DiNizo said. Most And he is “not closing the door on Dr. Carol Choye responded, “Our “make Scotch Plains a better place to recently, there are the numerous ad- another position in public works,” business administrator, Anthony live.” ministrative requirements associated although it would have to be some- DelSordi, is one of the best in the Mr. DiNizo became head of the with the recently issued state place closer to his home at the Jersey state,” and that if there was an extra Police Budget Details department in 1992 after stints with stormwater management regulations. Shore. “If an opportunity arose,” he $500,000 to be found in the budget, By TED RITTER mayor and council – by borough police the Union County Department of The added attention to paperwork has said, “I wouldn’t rule it out.” then it would be found. Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times department officials regarding their Public Works and in Mountainside, Board member Betty Anne Woerner FANWOOD — Mayor Colleen Mahr 2006 budget requests and any changes where he served as director of public said that she was, “surprised and up- and the borough council held the sec- from the current budget. works. Senior Center, Lighted Fields set that the class sizes were what they ond in a series of special budget meet- Police Chief Donald Domanoski It’s been an eventful tenure, Mr. were this year,” and hopes that the ings Tuesday night at borough hall. The explained that there are a few main DiNizo recalled, listing some of the situation will improve next year. main focus of the meeting was a lengthy differences in the 2006 budget request. events he and his department have Top Rec. Director’s Agenda Board Vice President Thomas presentation – done at the request of the The first is the proposed purchase or weathered over the years. The winter By FRED T. ROSSI Hills Country Club. Russo also addressed Ms. Kriney. He lease of two new police cars at a cost of of 1994, which featured a series of Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times “Their tireless efforts are why the stated, “Our budget has become bet- Filing Deadline for $50,000. Chief Domanoski told the snow and ice storms, “was really the SCOTCH PLAINS — As he be- parks are kept in such good condi- ter; the process is better, it is a much mayor and council that the department’s worst,” he said. “Then there was the gins his sixth year as the township’s tion,” he said, pointing out the impor- tighter process. If we were able to BOE is February 27 current fleet of vehicles is aging and blizzard of [January] 1996, the tor- director of parks and recreation, Ray tance of maintaining the town’s rec- find $400,000 or $500,000, then we AREA – Residents interested in becoming increasingly expensive to nado on Labor Day 1998 and hurri- Poerio says the biggest challenges he reational assets. “The initial invest- weren’t doing our jobs.” becoming a candidate for the board repair and keep in service. In fact, he cane Floyd” a year later. “I’ve been faces are space, specifically a lack of ment [in a park or ballfield] is one Mr. DelSordi presented the board of education must sign and deliver said the borough spent about $9,000 on through just about every disaster you it, and “doing more with less.” thing,” Mr. Poerio said. “But if you with the first draft of the 2006-2007 their petitions with the board secre- vehicle maintenance in 2005, primarily can imagine.” Those potential roadblocks, how- don’t have the proper staff to main- school budget, reflecting a 5.48 per- tary by the 4 p.m. deadline of Mon- blamed on three heavily-used patrol Mr. DiNizo said there is no season ever, aren’t deterring the department tain those facilities, that investment cent increase over the current 2006- day February 27. Petitions can be vehicles which keep needing repairs. or time of year worse or better than or the township recreation commis- goes down the drain.” He added that 2007 budget. The proposed spending obtained at the board of education Noting that the police department another. The biggest challenge, he sion from pursuing an agenda that all the investment made in parks and plan includes 14 new teachers for the secretary’s office. received no new vehicles last year and said, is the annual leaf collection that includes development of a senior/ recreation programs over the past sev- 2006-2007 school year, with “a sub- To find information on the boards only one SUV the year before, Chief normally occurs in the last two months community center, a miniature golf eral years “would not have been pos- stantial number for elementary of education in Union County, see Domanoski said the department would of the year. course, lighted ballfields and addi- sible without the support of the town- schools,” Mr. DelSordi said. He www.njsba.org/county/union/ CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 “It differs from year to year and tional programs. ship council, especially Councilman stressed that there has been no infor- union_01.htm. Mr. Poerio, who took over as head Frank Rossi,” who serves as the gov- mation or guidelines from the state The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of the department in January 2001, erning body’s liaison to the recre- regarding the spending cap rate or of Education office is located at Ever- Planning Bd. Hears Concerns talked to The Scotch Plains-Fanwood ation commission. cost of living index, and the district green Avenue and Cedar Street, Times last week about some of the One of the items on Mayor Martin does not forecast an increase in state Scotch Plains. The telephone number accomplishments of the past five years Marks’ 2006 agenda is the construc- aid. is (908) 232-6161. The Scotch Plains- About Midway Ave. Home and some of the projects on his agenda tion of a new senior/community cen- In other news, the board adopted Fanwood board secretary is Anthony By JAMES HALLERAN abuts their properties. In addition, they for the coming years. He saluted his ter. The mayor told The Times last the academic calendar for 2006-2007 Del Sordi. Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times alerted the board to damage done to trees “wonderful staff” in the department month that the new facility would school year by an 8-1 tally. Board The annual school election will be FANWOOD — The borough’s on their properties. Borough officials offices at the municipal building and likely be based at Brookside Park, member Warren McFall voted against held April 18. planning board heard testimony last noted that an extra floor of living space the personnel who maintain the parks, although he did not rule out the pos- the calendar, noting that the calendar Detailed candidate information can Wednesday concerning the remodel- was added to the floor, which is a viola- ballfields and the grounds at Scotch CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 did not reflect a winter recess, which be viewed at www.spfk12.org/ and ing of a home on Midway Avenue. tion of the borough zoning laws. he felt was important. The board also kits can be obtained at each board of Construction has been halted, while Alex Segal is seeking approval on approved English course proficiencies education office. the board and building department variances, which include rear-, side- investigate several violations of the and front-line set backs, as well as a original construction plan approved seven-foot retaining wall in his back by the board in 2004. yard. The Fanwood Building Depart- Neighbors brought several concerns ment originally approved the remodel- before the board concerning a retaining ing construction plans on February 22, wall, which, according to the neighbors, 2004. Mr. Segal’s original architect had reported to the building department BOE, PTA Invite that the side-yard set back had been 10 feet, which is within variance. Residents to Forum However, Marsha Gelfand of 8 SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch Rainier Road, whose property is lo- Plains-Fanwood Board of Education cated directly in back of Mr. Segal’s, and Scotch Plains-Fanwood PTA had paid for a survey, which cost $700. Council invite residents to attend their She testified that she found the side- annual round-table discussion. The fo- yard set back to be six feet and not the rum offers an opportunity for the pub- 10 feet as reported by Mr. Segal’s lic to ask questions and to learn more architect. She said she brought it to about current topics of interest in the Building Inspector Bruce Helmstetter school district. who halted construction as a result. Amy O’Brien for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times The roundtable discussion will be Besides the issue of the side-yard CLOSING DOWN…David Sutter, owner of Lancaster, Ltd, on Elm Street, has held on Thursday, February 16, at 7:30 set back, there is an issue with the announced the closing of the store after 45 years. Mr. Sutter, who is retiring, has p.m. in the media center at Park Middle backyard retaining wall. Mrs. owned the store for 20 years. School, located on Park Avenue in Gelfand’s property had been up on a PAGE INDEX Meghan Gill for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Scotch Plains. For more information, slope about a 40-degree angle ac- Regional ...... 2-3 Obituary ...... 8 Real Estate .... 16-17 SIGNS OF THE TIME...Lawn signs are showing up around town, as supporters contact Amy Carow, PTA Council Vice cording to her testimony. Mr. Segal Editorial ...... 4-5 Education ...... 9 Classifieds...... 18 of the teachers union express their views regarding the ongoing contract negotia- tions with the board of education. President, at (908) 889-4918. CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Community ... 6-7 Sports ...... 11-16 A&E ...... 19-20 Page 10 Thursday, February 2, 2006 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Fanwood ‘Prodigy’ POLICE BLOTTER

Faces Federal Charges Scotch Plains Monday, January 30, Shannon V. Monday, January 23, a resident of Fowler, 34, of New Brunswick was ar- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Winding Brook Way reported being the rested following a motor vehicle stop on an “Intelligence Community” card. requested by the director of the card’s victim of fraud. The victim told police she South Avenue and Shady Lane, which Based on his representations and false issuing agency and by the director of received a letter from her credit card revealed outstanding warrants. credentials, WGU hired Mr. the central intelligence to render all company stating someone had made un- Monday, January 30, Walter Ferrer- Mukherji. appropriate assistance. authorized charges. She said someone Perez, 28, of Paterson was arrested fol- The Defense Intelligence Commu- The indictment further stated that ordered a Dell computer valued at $700 lowing a motor vehicle stop on North nity card stated that the bearer, Mr. the defense intelligence badge and using her credit card. Avenue at Hetfield Avenue for outstand- Mukherji, was an employee of one or the other credentials were not is- Thursday, January 26, a resident of ing warrants. Crestwood Drive reported being the vic- Monday, January 30, Eraste E. Pierre, more United States Intelligence Com- sued or otherwise authorized by the tim of identity theft. The victim stated 34, of Elizabeth was arrested on active munity entities and that he was au- DOD or the DIA or any of its com- that someone used her personal informa- warrants following a motor vehicle stop thorized to carry government-issued ponents. tion to obtain a Nextel phone. on Midway Avenue at Shasta Place. firearms in the course of carrying out Additionally, the indictment alleged Friday, January 27, a resident of Old Monday, Janaury 30, Enrique A. his official duties. The card also stated that on or about Nov. 8, 2004, a New Farm Road reported being the victim of Rivera, 23, of Plainfield was arrested that all U.S. and allied personnel were Brunswick police officer, while in- burglary. The victim stated her vehicle following a motor vehicle stop on Mid- vestigating stalking charges filed was entered and items were removed. way Avenue, which revealed numerous COMMUNITY SUPPORT…Girl Scouts from the Fanwood/Scotch Plains Com- The vehicle was parked in her driveway outstanding warrants. against Mr. Mukherji, recovered the munity of the Girl Scouts of Washington Rock Council (GSWRC) visit with, defense intelligence badge and the and was unlocked. She said lose change Mountainside pictured, left to right, Sameen Joseph, Victor Pichado, Miriam Jackson and was taken from the vehicle. Wednesday, January 25, Steven J. Planning Bd. other credentials from Mr. Mukherji’s Pierette Doss of PNC Bank in Fanwood as part of GSWRC’s 2006 Cookie Sale. Friday, January 27, a resident of West Garcia, 30, of Elizabeth was arrested for possession. On or about July 29, 2005, Girls from all 24 communities the council serves will be reaching out to area CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Court reported being the victim of bur- eluding police with a motor vehicle in a pursuant to a court-authorized search businesses and residences through Sunday, February 5, peddling the renowned glary. The victim said he left his vehicle high-speed chase after the suspect fled had landscaped the retaining wall to warrant, the FBI and the Middlesex treats. For more information on purchasing Girl Scout cookies, please call the unlocked in front of his house that some- the scene of a motor vehicle stop on Route about a 90-degree angle, which cre- County Prosecutor’s Office found council offices at (908) 232-3236 or access www.westfieldnj.com/girlscouts. one entered the vehicle and took change. 22. According to police, Garcia was be- ated a seven-foot cliff in her back- images of the false defense intelli- Sunday, January 29, a student at Union lieved to be driving a vehicle that was yard. gence credentials on Mr. Mukherji’s Catholic High School reported that his suspected of being involved in a burglary. In the process of building the retain- computer. vehicle was vandalized while it was parked When the officer approached the driver ing wall, Mr. Segal’s contractor dug FBI agents spoke with Mr. Mukherji Rec. Director Discusses in the school’s parking lot. side window, the suspect fled the scene, Fanwood police said. Before being apprehended, into the land and the roots of one of about the false credentials, according Tuesday, January 24, Keven C. Wynns, Garcia caused five vehicles to drive off Mrs. Gelfand’s 60-foot trees had been to the indictment, and Mr. Mukherji Plans for New Year 24, of Somerset was arrested following a the road before rear-ending a civilian cut, causing the tree to fall. According told the FBI that he was issued the motor vehicle stop on Midway Avenue vehicle that was stopped at a red light in to her testimony, the tree almost hit her credentials during his employment CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 and Forest Road, which revealed out- Newark, where the suspect was appre- home. Furthermore, it was learned that with a company named R6 and that sibility of it being situated at the The Times. He mentioned that a full- standing warrants. hended after a struggle that involved the Mr. Segal’s retaining wall cuts three R6 was a subsidiary of the A Group. library in conjunction with a facility size football/soccer turf field could Tuesday, January 24 Deron F. Lespoir, suspect trying to steal the officer’s hand- feet onto Mrs. Gelfand’s property. She According to the indictment, neither expansion there. The mayor also said replace the existing Little League field 31, of Elizabeth was arrested on North gun, police said. has agreed to bring a quick resolution the A Group nor any of its subsidiar- the initial plans for the center, which behind the firehouse. Additionally, Avenue after a motor vehicle stop re- A search of the vehicle produced a to the matter and is willing to sign an ies issued the questionable creden- would include two gymnasiums, car- the county is moving forward on re- vealed numerous outstanding warrants. notebook containing money along with Lespoir was also charged with obstruc- names, addresses and two black ski masks, easement with Mr. Segal to allow the tials to Mr. Mukherji, which consti- ried too high a price tag and would furbishing two ballfields, one at the tion of justice. police said. Garcia was also charged with retaining wall to remain. tuted Mr. Mukherji knowingly and likely be scaled back before the coun- Union County Vocational-Technical Tuesday, January 24, Jamee E. McCoy, outstanding warrants. Santos J. Arocho, Mrs. Gelfand testified that there is no willfully making a materially false, cil gives its approval. School and the other at the field on 28, of Plainfield was arrested following a Jr., 26, of Elizabeth, a passenger in the fence protecting anyone from falling fictitious and fraudulent statement to Mr. Poerio said the commission westbound Route 22. motor vehicle stop on Farley Avenue at vehicle was also arrested at the same time off of the seven-foot drop in her back the FBI, the indictment alleged. “has put forth an aggressive proposal Plans to turn the former Terry-Lou Thorn Place, which revealed outstanding for resisting arrest and for active war- yard, which she said presents a danger. Mr. Mukherji, who was a busi- they feel meets the community’s Zoo property, which has been unused warrants. rants, police said. She explained that Mr. Segal has agreed ness partner with former Morris needs. We certainly understand the for several years, into a passive park Thursday, January 26, Sharon E. Thursday, January 26, Kevin Ballard, to install a fence in the near future. Mr. County prosecutor and one-time gu- dollars involved with such a project remain on the town government’s Gerald, 51, of Plainfield was arrested 40, of Newark was arrested and charged Segal said he has paid an estimated bernatorial candidate Michael and will work very closely with the agenda, although Mr. Poerio said “the following a motor vehicle stop on La with contempt-of-court charges. He was Grande Avenue and Forest Street, which apprehended at the East Orange Police amount of $6,500 in landscape repairs Murphy, told The Times that the council to determine what the needs higher priority is for active ballfields revealed outstanding warrants. Department and transported back to to Mrs. Gelfand’s property. computer confiscated by the FBI, are for the overall community.” right now.” With residents demand- Friday, January 27, Murto Bruno, 32, Mountainside police headquarters. Richard Leona of 6 Rainier Road was Mr. Murphy’s computer, not He expressed his hope that final ing increased ballfields, this is where of Roselle was arrested following a motor Monday, January 30, an attendant at a testified that in the process of the his. decisions will be made this year so the attention must be focused, he said. vehicle stop on Terrill Road at Columbia Route 22 gas station reported that a mo- excavation work, one of his 60-foot According to Assistant U.S. Attor- that construction can begin either later The recreation department will Avenue, which revealed outstanding war- torist, who was driving a green Ford Ex- trees had a large percentage of the ney, Ricardo Solano, who is handling in 2006 or in 2007. continue to be involved in shared rants. plorer, filled his tank and left without roots cut away. He expressed to the the case, Mr. Mukherji could be fac- The miniature golf course planned service efforts, Mr. Poerio said. Al- Saturday, January 28, Gaetano P. paying. board that the tree is unsafe and may ing a maximum of 15 years in federal for the shag field at Scotch Hills Coun- ready, the department has been a Treppiccion, 41, of Stockton was arrested The attendant told police he recorded fall at any time. He urged to board to prison if convicted on all the counts try Club will hopefully be operating player in several three-way arrange- for outstanding warrants after a motor the license plate number before the ve- vehicle stop on Martine Avenue and La hicle drove away. According to police, quickly look into the matter. in the indictment. sometime this spring, according to ments between Scotch Plains, Grande Avenue. the license plate was stolen from a similar Walter Scott of 445 Midway, Mr. Mukherji’s attorney, James Mr. Poerio. The course will be situ- Fanwood and the local board of edu- Monday, January 30, Natwan T. vehicle in Scotch Plains. The victim de- whose property is located on the side Plaisted of Roseland, could not be ated on the triangular piece of prop- cation, including the field renovation Jenkins, 28, of Plainfield was arrested for scribed the driver as a white male, ap- of Mr. Segal’s, testified that part of reached by phone for comment. Mr. erty at the corner of Jerusalem Road at Park Middle School, which he active warrants following a motor vehicle proximately six feet tall with a slim build. the front-yard retaining wall spills Mukherji maintains he was a “de- and Plainfield Avenue. Several called “the primary example” of a stop on Terrill Road and La Grande Av- The passanger was described only as a over to his property line. The board fense intelligence specialist” for the months ago the recreation commis- successful shared-service effort. enue. Passenger Nyrisha D. Jenkins, 26, black male. The total amount of the gas informed Mr. Scott that he would Marine Corps. He provided The Times sion held a public meeting to which The three entities are also purchas- of Plainfield was also arrested for out- stolen was $33.37. The incident is under have to have an easement drafted with documentation verifying that his neighborhood residents were invited ing four new pieces of field mainte- standing warrants. investigation, police said. with Mr. Segal. job designation with the Marine Corps to hear about the plans and ask ques- nance equipment, some of which will The original plans for 453 Midway had was specified as being in military tions or raise objections. No one in be stored at a new jointly financed called for a two-story home. When Mr. intelligence and as a Middle Eastern attendance raised any significant ob- maintenance facility at the Depart- Helmstetter was investigating the side- linguist. jections, Mr. Poerio said. ment of Public Works property on Fanwood Borough Council yard set back, he noticed the structure had “I do not harbor any grudges against As part of the 18-hole mini golf Plainfield Avenue. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 been three stories, which had been differ- the woman falsely accusing me, but I course development, the parking lot at The recreation department hopes like to auction off two of its problem a significant jump in overtime costs ent from the original plans approved by do think that she needs help,” Mr. Scotch Hills will be expanded, adding to offer online registration for all of vehicles and put new vehicles into pa- last year – in December alone, the the board. Mr. Helmstetter explained to Mukherji stated. “When this is over, 40 to 50 additional parking spaces. its programs this year. Mr. Poerio trol service, where vehicles typically overtime expenses totaled $9,000. the board that three-story homes are not some people will be held civilly ac- With space for additional ballfields envisions residents being able to log are used most intensely. Older vehicles Chief Domanoski explained that the permitted in the residential zone where countable.” very limited, Mr. Poerio is looking to onto a website, set up an account and could then be rotated into other types of police department has three officers off Mr. Segal’s property is located. Mr. Mukherji, who remains free on expand the hours some of the existing then register and pay for whatever services that are less punishing, he said. duty due to disability, and that means The application will resume at the bail, has run his own Internet market- fields can be used. At present, there program they wish, be it summer camp “The police activity level (in the other officers have to cover those duties. board’s Wednesday, March 29 meet- ing firm and has been a partner in are no lighted fields in Scotch Plains, or a senior-citizen exercise class. borough) has pushed us to the limits,” “We need to get back to full strength, ing when Mr. Segal’s architect will several multi-million-dollar market- but a recent $172,000 grant from When asked to name the projects Chief Domanoski said, referring to because we can’t afford to do this,” said explain the changes to the plans, ing ventures, including the land deal Union County will be used to light of which he is most proud, Mr. Poerio the need for reliable vehicles in the Mr. Tomkins, referring to the police which were made to the home prior between the Borough of Fanwood the new soccer and baseball fields listed Memorial Park on Plainfield department’s fleet. personnel and overtime issue. Police to construction. and Landmark LLC for development that are planned for Brookside Park. Avenue, whose baseball and soccer The borough’s chief financial of- officials said they are now assessing the The board approved a new drive- of the former Dean Oil site. The township’s recreation commis- fields opened in September 2003, and ficer, Fred Tomkins, said officials are options for either replacing the officers way for Gary Price at 225 Forest According to Mr. Solano, a trial sion is also looking into lighting the the “Field of Dreams” ballfield reno- looking into whether new police ve- – two of whom are seriously injured – Road. Mr. Price had agreed to con- date has not been set. Fanwood Po- field behind the southside firehouse vation at Park Middle School in 2004. hicles could be leased through the or getting them back on duty. struct a storm management system. lice Lieutenant Richard Trigo said on Martine Avenue, Mr. Poerio told The latter project was unique, Mr. Union County Improvement Author- In summarizing the police The board also approved Seth the police department is cooperating Erratum Poerio said, because “you had four ity, which he said has an annual lease department’s budget picture, Chief and assisting the U.S. Attorney’s Of- Weingarten’s request that his drive- A headline above a story report- entities [Scotch Plains, Fanwood, the program that is about to start its next Domanoski noted that the department way at 55 Shady Lane be widened as fice and the Middlesex County cycle. ing the closing of Beautiful Things board of education and Union County] operates with 21 officers and nine long as he used pavers and replaced Prosecutor’s Office with the ongoing come together and facilitate that Mr. Tomkins asked whether it is pos- vehicles on about $73,000. “That’s investigation, but he had no further in Scotch Plains in the January 26 his backyard patio with the same type issue should have indicated that Nell project,” which he called a benefit “to sible that the borough could use narcot- nothing compared to what other towns of pavers. comment on the case. the kids who play there and to the ics forfeiture funds to buy new police the same size are doing,” the chief and Austin Goodwin of Westfield vehicles, as it has recently to buy new have owned the store for 14 years. taxpayers.” said. “We’re heroes for working on The store has been existence for 33 The three local entities each appro- vehicle-mounted police rifles, legally this budget,” he added. Susan Brandt priated $100,000 toward the project required ammunition or other special- In addition to the discussion about years. ized equipment. Police Captain Edward The Goodwins bought the store and the county matched the total the police department’s budget, the from Henri Leighton upon the death $300,000. The town’s $100,000 in- White responded that conditions for us- mayor and council also touched on McCrea, Esq. vestment, Mr. Poerio noted, returned ing such funds are restricted and the some other budget-related issues, in- of his wife Paula. Mr. Leighton died money may not be used to supplement in 2004. $500,000. “That was significant,” he cluding the state-mandated formula for Attorney At Law said. or replace a budget line item. determining how to finance municipal Councilman Bruce Walsh questioned libraries. Mr. Tomkins indicated that whether the police department could put the formula would require an extra REAL ESTATE CLOSINGS • FAMILY LAW bicycle officers into service to supple- $30,000 in funding for Fanwood’s li- DIVORCE • DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ment the service of police cars, as has brary this year. Councilman Walsh said been done in other municipalities. he would like to see additional discus- CUSTODY/SUPPORT ISSUES • MEDIATION Chief Domanoski said that is not a sion about the library’s budget and sug- viable option in Fanwood. “You can’t gested that library officials come be- 2%34!52!.4 use bikes for primary patrol. They can fore the mayor and council at a meeting 24 Prospect Street really only be used for specialized in the near future. #!4%2).'(/53% ).# service to supplement patrol cars,” he The governing body also discussed Westfield, NJ 07090 said, adding that special training and reviewing options for reducing mu- For Reservations: (908) 233-2822 equipment would be required. nicipal court expenses, which have 908.232.2122 fax: 908.232.4351 Chief Domanoski said the other gone up due to increased expenses main issues factoring into the police for foreign-language translators and department’s budget for 2006 are an- other factors. www.sg-cpas.com ticipated cost increases for 911 medi- While the borough has not yet pub- cal emergency calls, overtime ex- licly released any preliminary 2006 penses and contract services for re- budget figures, Mr. Tomkins pointed pairing traffic signals along the out that, overall, “there is not a lot of Martine Avenue corridor. fat” to cut out of the budget. Mayor In terms of 911 emergency medical Mahr said that, as special budget calls, the chief explained that the bor- meetings continue into the spring, the ough routes such calls to an Overlook borough will “keep looking at every- Hopsital-based service (run by Atlantic thing” in the individual department Health System) known as CENCOM, proposals to keep expenses in line. which charges a per-call fee. Chief During the public participation Domanoski said medical calls have in- portion of the meeting, Fanwood resi- creased, due in large part to nighttime dent Joe Nagy suggested that the calls from staff at The Chelsea of borough prepare and mail out to all Fanwood residences for seniors. There- residents a simple explanation and Dinners starting at $15.95 per person fore, police officials would like to put summary of the 2006 budget’s major some extra money into the new budget expenditures and other details, simi- (Children’s Menu Available) to compensate for the growing number lar to the document produced by the of calls the South Avenue facility. school board. Complimentary glass of Captain White explained that the “There is a monumental ignorance borough still handles non-medical 911 about the budget (in the borough),” Mr. Wine or Champagne calls, but he said that taking over Nagy said. “And this could be a first For All Your Tax & medical calls would require signifi- step toward addressing that,” he said. Financial Service Needs B.Y.O.B. cant training expenses and tie-up “I think that’s a fabulous idea,” manpower. “For liability and training Mayor Mahr responded. She said the Call for an appointment Serving 4pm to 10pm purposes, it’s well worth it” for the borough will look into options, such Visit our website at: www.sg-cpas.com borough to contract out its 911 medi- as including “reader-friendly and vi- cal calls, said Captain White. sually-appealing” pie charts and other Located at Music by The David Aaron Trio Finally, Mayor Mahr drew attention information that could either be mailed 282 South Avenue, Suite 103 to the significant costs of police de- out with tax bills or distributed in the Fanwood New Jersey, 07023 partment overtime. “We are very spe- “Fanwoodian” publication. SHEFFIELD’S RESTAURANT & CATERING HOUSE cific in the dollar amount allocated for The next budget review meeting is Tel: 908-889-9500 overtime this year,” said Mayor Mahr. scheduled for this evening (Thurs- Fax: 908-889-9501 1050 Route 22 West, Mountainside NJ Mr. Tomkins put the anticipated over- day, February 2) at 7:30 p.m. in Bor- (Across from Lowe’s Movie Theater) time figure at $84,000 for 2006, after ough Hall on North Martine Avenue. Page 2 Thursday, February 2, 2006 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Freeholders OK Marksmen Union County Courses To Cut Ashbrook Deer Herd To Add Twilight Golfing By PAUL PEYTON AND FRED ROSSI ing community of Fanwood. By PAUL J. PEYTON chase price, plans to build a senior- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Scotch Plains has reported the num- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times citizen center on a section of the land. ELIZABETH – The county free- ber of deer carcasses along the reserva- ELIZABETH – In an effort to in- The Snyder Avenue property con- holders Thursday night took action to tion has increased from 42 in 2000 to 78 crease county coffers, the freeholder tains two vacant industrial buildings, reduce the population of white-tailed in 2004. The township police depart- board last Thursday voted to approve which previously were home to Shaw deer on the Ashbrook Brook reserva- ment found more than 278 deer car- twilight golf hours at the county’s Plastics and Barry Oil Service/ Duffy tion in Scotch Plains. casses between the years 2000 to 2004. four public golf courses. Fuels. Marksmen, working with Wildlife The township has applied to the New As part of the annual ordinance County officials have said part of Management Services of Jersey Fish and Game Council for ap- introduced on first reading last week, the property is contaminated with Mountainside, began removing deer proval of its deer management plan. twilight tee-off times are noon to 4 asbestos and oil. The property at one from the 600-acre reservation on Janu- Mayor Marks said last month that p.m. from April until August. Fees time was slated for a development of ary 28. Scotch Plains officials have state officials might approve a deer hunt will be $18 on weekdays and $19 on 259 residential units. Officials an- been meeting with county represen- permit only if recreational hunting is weekends for Union County resi- nounced the purchase in October tatives to address the overpopulation permitted first. He said county officials dents. Other twilight fees will be, for 2004. Remediation, to be paid by the problem. The county and township have said they are hesitant to allow such weekdays and weekends, respec- current owner, will begin after the will split the cost of the program, hunting in a non-rural area of New Jer- tively: Seasonal, $15 and $17, senior acquisition is completed. which runs until the end of hunting sey. citizens, $11 and $18, and youth The board also passed a resolution season on Saturday, February 11. “Our first priority has been the HELPING HANDS...Scotch Plains-Fanwood Girl Scout Troop 417 donates five fees, $10 and $13. County residents to increase the contract for T&M A year ago, the Scotch Plains coun- safety of residents around the Ash skeins of wool to the St. Helen’s Prayer Shawl Ministry. The Brunner School pay $22 for weekdays and $24 for Associates of Middletown by $15,900 cil awarded an $11,460 contract for a Brook Reservation,” County Man- second graders heard about the Westfield church’s new ministry, in which a weekends for morning golf tee-off to $70,500 for the preparation of bid deer hunt to Wildlife Management ager George Devanney said in a press group of women have volunteered to knit prayer shawls for those experiencing times. specifications concerning the con- Services to operate the program. illness or needing comfort through prayers and a tangible sign of the love of others, release issued on January 26. “That’s and wanted to show their support for the church’s effort. “I think it was a good idea for us to struction of Green Meadow The freeholder board approved a why we are insisting on this type of increase revenue,” Freeholder Chair- Children’s Farm in Scotch Plains. resolution last Thursday to allow the activity using professional marksmen man Alexander Mirabella told The The 25-exhibit educational farm will vendor permission to enter the Ash who have worked with us before in Legislation Would Regulate Westfield Leader and The Scotch be located on the site of the former Brook Reservation to remove the deer management efforts in the Watchung Plains-Fanwood Times. Sevell Farm and Ponderosa. The according to New Jersey Fish and Reservation.” The county moved a step closer last county purchased the property in 2003 Game Code standards. The board’s When reached for comment on Mon- Pharmacy Benefits Mgmt. week to finalize the $13 million pur- for $10 million through its open space action is considered a temporary so- day, Mayor Martin Marks said he was TRENTON - Chairman of the As- any PBM in New Jersey and would be chase of a 17-acre industrial parcel fund. lution until the township receives state “very appreciative” that the county sembly Financial Institutions and In- responsible for assessing fines of $250 on Snyder Avenue in Berkeley Responding to the murder of a approval for a deer management plan had made the deer-reduction program surance Committee, Assemblyman to $10,000 a day to any PBM operat- Heights. The board approved a reso- Roselle teenager, Freeholder Chair- in the reservation. a top priority. Two weeks ago, the Neil M. Cohen, is sponsoring legisla- ing in violation of this measure. lution last Thursday to appropriate $8 man Alexander Mirabella an- “This has been an ongoing prob- mayor said he met with county offi- tion to regulate pharmacy benefits “We simply want to make sure million from the county’s Open Space, nounced that the county would lem for the folks in Scotch Plains and cials to urge them to make a renewed management (PBM) companies that PBMs operating in New Jersey pro- Historical Preservation and Recre- match the $5,000 reward by the the surrounding area,” said Freeholder effort to convince state officials to manage prescription drug benefits for vide high quality pharmaceuticals to ation Trust Fund. Essex County Prosecutor’s Office Chairman Alexander Mirabella at last allow the deer hunt to go forward. sponsors of health care plans in New patients without endangering their Director of Public Information for information leading to an arrest Thursday’s meeting. “And I think we Though calling it “a step in the Jersey. safety,” said Assemblyman Cohen. Sebastian D’Elia told The Leader and in the case. have found that kind of balance (of right direction,” Mayor Marks said The committee held the measure “At the same time, we also need to The Times, “We are getting closer to Essex County Prosecutor Paula deer-per-acre)” similar to a deer man- he doesn’t expect to see “noticeable for a future vote after hearing testi- ensure that PBMs pass cost savings it (real estate closing) but there has Dow reported that the body of Judy agement program held in the results in the short-term. It may take mony from various interest groups, onto us - the patients and consumers not been any closing.” Cajuste, 14, of Roselle was found on Watchung Reservation. a few years,” he said, noting that a including pharmacists, representa- - instead of quietly enriching them- The county plans to redevelop the January 13 in Weequahic Park in “We feel like this will provide some similar reduction in the deer popula- tives of national PBMs and consumer selves under the guise of making pre- property with playing fields and a Newark. The body was not identified relief to the (Scotch Plains) mayor tion in the Watchung Reservation organizations. Over 30 states have scription drugs more affordable.” recreational area. Berkeley Heights, until January 20. The teenager was (Martin Marks), who has been reach- wasn’t apparent until the deer- man- filed suits against PBMs for ques- which will pay $5 million of the pur- found by Essex County Department ing out to us,” said Freeholder agement plan was in place for sev- tionable business practices. of Parks employees in a maintenance Mirabella, a resident of the neighbor- eral years. PBMs contract with various orga- garage dumpster. The Essex County nizations in the state, including man- FEMA Names Stephen medical examiner determined that the aged care organizations, self-insured girl had been strangled. The victim employers, insurance companies, and Kempf, Jr. Region II Director had been reported missing on Janu- DEEGAN Medicaid and Medicare managed care ary 12. plans. The issue of PBMs and how WASHINGTON – Stephen Kempf, vice president for infrastructure emer- According to a January 26 story in they work was raised during the 2005 Jr. has been appointed director for the gency response and coastal protec- the The Star-Ledger, the girl told governor’s race. Republican guber- Region II office of the Department of tion divisions. friends that she met a man through an natorial candidate Doug Forrester Homeland Security’s Federal Emer- In that role, he worked on project online social networking website owned and operated a PBM and the gency Management Agency (FEMA), development related to infrastructure called MySpace.com. ROOFING practices of PBMs became an issue. Acting FEMA Director David security planning, emergency man- Union County Freeholder Angel “PBMs remain the only unregu- Paulison has announced. agement, coastal protection and mu- Estrada said parents need to keep lated industry directly involved in the FEMA’s Region II is headquartered nicipal engineering. track of the websites their kids are COMPANYdelivery and cost of prescription drug in New York City and oversees agency Prior to his work with Hatch Mott browsing on the Internet. benefits to New Jerseyans,” said operations in New York, New Jersey, MacDonald, Mr. Kempf worked with “For me, it was very disturbing,” Deputy Speaker Cohen. “With their Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. GPU Nuclear Corporation, where he said Freeholder Estrada. “This (kids ability to control approved drug lists Mr. Kempf will return to FEMA’s directed radiological offsite emergency using Internet chat rooms) is some- and unilaterally switch or swap drugs Region II office, where he held the preparedness activities for Oyster thing we need to keep an eye on.” 908-322-6405 for prescribed treatments without position of regional director from Creek Nuclear Generating Station. He Freeholder Mirabella said he has medical authorization, PBMs require 1990 to 1993. is a certified emergency manager, and instructed county officials “to use regulation to ensure patient safety.” “Mr. Kempf’s past experience a member of the International Asso- whatever resources” are available to Under the bill (A-320), PBMs man- heading up FEMA’s Region II office ciation of Emergency Managers. assist Essex County in apprehending Tear-Offs • Re-Roofs aging the prescription drug benefits gives him an incredible amount of FEMA manages federal response the suspect. for New Jersey healthcare providers institutional knowledge,” said Mr. and recovery efforts following any The board also approved a $1.1 would receive a renewable three-year Paulison. “His first-hand experience national incident. 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For More Information: 908-272-0200 225 Williamson Street www.dhplaw.net Elizabeth, New Jersey 07207 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, February 2, 2006 Page 3 Income Tax Check-Off For Trade Ctr. Fund Now Law TRENTON — Legislation sponsored behind 889 minor children who would by Senator Tom Kean, Jr. and Assem- benefit from such a scholarship. This blyman Jon Bramnick of Westfield and measure is a way to honor the victims Congressman Encourages Solar Energy Assemblyman Eric Munoz of Summit and aid surviving family members with (all LD 21) that permits taxpayers to the rising cost of a college education.” Use to Lower Bills, Help Environment make voluntary contributions on their The District 21 representatives said With the rising costs of cooling and Congress also has enacted tax in- tax returns to the New Jersey World this measure has particular impor- heating your home - including the centives to further stimulate the de- Trade Center Scholarship Fund has been tance to their constituents because a expected sharp price increases this ployment of clean, emission-free so- signed into law. report issued by Mount Sinai School winter for natural gas and home heat- lar electricity. Congress last summer “New Jersey was particularly affected of Medicine ranked Legislative Dis- ing oil - New Jersey homeowners are enacted legislation that, beginning this by the devastating events of September trict 21 as having the largest number increasingly turning to the sun. year, creates a $2,000 federal tax credit Meghan Gill for The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times 11th,” said Senator Kean. “When the of bereaved children in New Jersey. Hundreds of homeowners have in- for homeowners and businesses that BUDGET PRESENTATION...Westfield parents gather in the high-school audi- scholarship was created, the state made Public Law 2005, chapter 298 pro- stalled solar panels in recent years to purchase and install solar panels. torium to hear Superintendent of Schools Dr. William Foley present budget a commitment to help the families vides for a designation on state gross generate the power which keeps them But the federal tax credit expires in options for the upcoming year. whose loved ones were killed on 9-11. income tax returns that allows taxpay- cool in summer and warm in winter. 2008. That’s why I’ve introduced in Our law will provide ongoing financial ers to make voluntary contributions to Because solar power doesn’t produce Congress H.R. 4300, the Clean and 22nd District News support for years to come.” the scholarship fund. The bill states any any emissions, it’s the cleanest renew- Green Solar Tax Credit Act. My bill The New Jersey World Trade Cen- cost incurred by the Division of Taxa- able energy technology available. would extend that federal tax credit to Stender Urges Congress To ter Scholarship was established by the tion will be paid through collected do- New Jersey’s businesses and farm- through 2011, encouraging more legislature in 2001 to aid the depen- nations. ers are joining the trend, too. At its homeowners and businesses nationwide dent children and surviving spouses of “Every New Jersey citizen lives with facility in Montgomery, Johnson & to install the energy-efficient systems Reimburse For Medicare D New Jersey residents who were killed the haunting memories of September Johnson last year installed the largest and renewable-energy technologies. Assemblywoman Linda Stender, Fanwood or are missing as a result of the acts of 11, 2001,” said Asm. Bramnick. “Each ground-mounted solar panels east of The benefits of solar power aren’t terror committed against the United victim left behind a family. Those fami- the Mississippi River. Farmers in the limited to lower utility costs and a FANWOOD — In response to New failures and fully reimburse our state.” States on September 11, 2001. lies continue to struggle with the events state also are using solar to power their healthier environment. In August Jersey’s $1 million-per-day costs of Approximately 140,000 New Jer- “This legislation was long overdue,” of that fateful day. This bill gives people irrigation systems and heat their barns. 2003, New Jersey and seven other providing prescription drug relief to sey residents are dually eligible ben- said Asm. Munoz. “Nearly 700 New an opportunity to help those families The benefits of solar power include states were affected by a widespread many Medicare Part D recipients, As- eficiaries under Medicare and Med- Jersey residents were killed in the at- and will provide additional financial not only falling utility bills but also a power blackout. A solar power sys- semblywoman Linda Stender (LD 22, icaid. As of January 1, 2006, all du- tacks on the World Trade Center, leaving support to a very worthwhile cause.” healthier environment. For example, tem with batteries gives homeowners Fanwood) has sponsored a resolution ally eligible beneficiaries were auto- at the Johnson & Johnson facility, the and businesses peace of mind - and an urging Congress to reimburse states matically enrolled in Medicare Part solar panels are expected to reduce uninterrupted supply of electricity for emergency expenditures related D and were no longer covered under carbon dioxide emissions by an esti- during power outages. to Medicare Part D enrollment errors. New Jersey State Medicaid. Richard Lipsky, M.D. mated 7,000 tons - the equivalent of For more information on New “Due to disastrous administrative The “Medicare State Reimburse- Diplomate American Academy for removing nearly 1,400 cars from New Jersey’s solar rebates and incentives, problems, far too many low income ment Act” would authorize full fed- Pain Management Jersey’s roadways. visit the New Jersey Clean Energy seniors and persons with disabilities eral reimbursements, plus interest, to New Jersey is a national leader in Fund online at www.njcep.com. are unable to receive much needed pre- states that provided emergency pre- promoting solar power. Since 2000, For tips on preparing your home scription drugs under Medicare Part D, scription drug relief to their citizens. the New Jersey Clean Energy Fund for the winter season, visit the U.S. she said. “New Jersey has taken neces- The reimbursement would be in the Richard Mack, D.O. has offered generous state rebates to Energy Department’s Energy Effi- sary action to ensure that its residents form of reductions in payments from Board Certified in Family Medicine homeowners and businesses who in- ciency and Renewable Energy Guide receive essential medications without individual states to the federal gov- stall solar panels - including saving online at www.eere.energy.gov/con- interruption. The federal government ernment to pay for Medicaid savings up to 70 percent of the purchase and sumer/save_energy. must take full responsibility for these due to Medicare Part D. installation costs of solar-electric Whether it’s to benefit the farm, technologies. 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Page 4 Thursday, February 2, 2006 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION ABCDICTIONOPQRSTDECEPTIONUVWXYZ The HUNG UP!! Scotch Plains – Fanwood The Westfield Leader TIMES Uncle’s Lifestyle Is No Reason — Established 1890 — — Established 1959— To Give Away Inheritance DD The Official Newspaper of the Town of Westfield Official Newspaper of the Borough of Fanwood DDTM Legal Newspaper for Union County, New Jersey and the Township of Scotch Plains By Milt Faith, Executive Director Diction Deception Member of: Member of: New Jersey Press Association New Jersey Press Association • National Newspaper Association Youth and Family Counseling Service Below are four arcane words, each National Newspaper Association Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association with four definitions – only one is correct. Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce Fanwood Business & Professional Association A Troubled Young Adult Writes: Answer: No, seeing the movie would The others are made up. Are you sharp Periodicals – Postage Paid at Westfield, New Jersey Periodicals – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, New Jersey Several months ago, my favorite uncle not motivate a person to become gay. enough to discern this deception of dic- tion? P.O. Box 250 • 251 North Avenue, West P. O. Box 368 died, leaving my brother and me Brokeback Mountain is a love story of $100,000 each. I am a third-year col- two gay men and the consequential If you can guess one correctly – good Westfield, N.J. 07091 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 guess. If you get two – well-read indi- Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 lege student, and I was very apprecia- heartbreaking events which occur in vidual. If you get three – word expert. If tive, since this money will help me go to their lives. It is filmed with compas- POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at you get all four – You must have a lot of graduate school and, like you, become sion and in good taste. However, the free time! P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 a clinician in the mental health field. movie, also, is about the extreme pain All words and correct definitions Published every Thursday by Watchung Communications, Inc. Several weeks ago, my mother and I of unspoken and self-denied emotions; come from the board game Diction were cleaning out my uncle’s apart- the tragedy is not that the cowboys are Deception. Paul Peyton Horace R. Corbin Fred K. Lecomte ment. We came upon literature and gay, but that one of them, in a great Answers to last week’s arcane words. ASSIGNMENT EDITOR PUBLISHER MARKETING DIRECTOR paraphernalia which made us aware performance by Heath Ledger, could 1. Cystalgia – Pain in the bladder Suzette F. Stalker David B. Corbin Michael L. Bartiromo that he was (probably) homosexual. not understand nor accept his feelings 2. Rondache – A small circular shield COMMUNITY ASSISTANT PUBLISHER & SPORTS MARKETING PRODUCTION My mother became furious and upset. towards his partner, his true love. The carried by medieval foot soldiers Michael Pollack Karen M. Hinds Robert P. Connelly She says my uncle’s asset (money) is sadness is when one denies and inter- 3. Cynegetics – Hunting with dogs EDUCATION & ARTS OFFICE MANAGER OPERATIONS & LEGALS sin money and my brother and I are to nalizes one’s feelings and denies him- 4. Angekok – An Eskimo medicine Ben Corbin give it to charity. self/herself joy and happiness. man SUBSCRIPTION PRICE SERVICES We refuse and feel she has no right An English Professor Writes: I THANATOPSIS One-year – $28 • Two-year – $52 • Three-year – $76 • One-year college (September to May) – $20 to judge my uncle so unfairly, and enjoyed last month’s column and, in 1. To transform completely, especially secondly, she has no right to control particular, the question and answer in the grotesque manner how I use the money. She says that God relating to English grammar. I teach a 2. The removing of venom from poi- would want us to do the right thing. I course in grammar; I have always felt sonous snakes Cell Phone Numbers and Records feel that I have the right to make my that in addition to a person’s appear- 3. The division of the estate of a de- own decision. Do you agree? ance and attitude, an individual is also ceased thane, soldier or servant of a king Answer: Yes, you do have that right. judged by his/her speech. I would like 4. A view of or meditation on death RIDGEL The money was left to you by a loving to add some additional grammatical 1. Harsh in taste, acrid Must Be Kept Private, Not Sold uncle, and I am sure he would approve errors to the two in last month’s col- 2. A small ridge of your feelings re. how to use it. I feel umn. For those who make these errors, 3. The half castrated male of any beast Most people would be outraged to hear that their private consumer’s privacy? that your mother should not pass judg- please review this; ultimately it helps cell phone number was for sale to telemarketers. They A cell phone directory of cell numbers is in the works. 4. Stern ment on your uncle and his personal one’s self-esteem to speak correctly: PEENGE would be even more peeved to learn that their phone Stephanie Hendricks, director of public affairs for the behavior. Proceed to do what you have “He don’t know” should be “he 1. A play on words; a pun records and even location of their cell number were Direct Marketing Association (DMA), told us the organi- to (legally). I hope you and your mother doesn’t know.” 2. A sharp, nagging ache available. Unfortunately it appears that much of this zation does not have a position either way on the directory. can move on. There are certainly many “Me and Mike” should be “Mike 3. The striking part of a hammer information is correct. Federal agencies are investigating “Calls to cell phones without permission are illegal,” she difficulties and trauma in life, and we and I.” 4. To complain in Scottish the sale of phone records. said. Ms. Hendricks said she was doubtful that DMA need each other for support during “He should have came” should be INTRATELLURIC Congress is set to introduce legislation next month to members would purchase such a directory given the these uncertain times. “he should have come.” 1. Located or occurring deep inside the make this practice punishable with fines of up to $11,000 federal statute. Would non-profit and political organiza- An Inquiring Parent Writes: My “I loaned him something” should be earth per occurrence and jail time, according to Chris Jones, tions be able to purchase these directories given that they son and his college friends saw the “I lent him something.” 2. Existing or occurring outside the chief of staff for Rep. Mike Ferguson (R-7, New Provi- are excluded from the provisions of the National-Do-Not- normal knowledge of man acclaimed movie Brokeback Mountain. “He ain’t going to appear” – never 3. The medium or moderator in a se- dence). Rep. Ferguson is co-sponsoring the legislation. Call Registry? We understand federal legislation is cur- They thought it was a “great” movie use “ain’t,” please. ance Mr. Jones said Rep. Ferguson supports the criminalizing rently being considered which would allow the floodgates and recommended that we see it. Is Hope your readers can benefit from 4. Occurring within the material world “of this outrageous activity.” to open for the sale of cell phone numbers. there any value in seeing a movie about this. Carry on! In addition, Internet brokers are reportedly offering Citizens should not be faced with being harassed by gay lovers? Couldn’t this influence a Answer: Thank you. You is a good lists of cell phone locations, invading the consumer’s incoming cell calls by telemarketers, non-profits or any- young mind to take on a gay lifestyle? person…oops! Reporter, Leader anonymity. State Republican Assemblywoman Jennifer one to whom they have not specifically given their num- Beck (LD 12, Monmouth, Mercer) has said she intends to ber. On top of that, by answering the calls, the consumer Thanked for Story introduce legislation that will prohibit companies from ends up paying for the call. Does that make sense? We would like to extend our thanks to fraudulently obtaining and selling telephone records, The cell phone business has always been convoluted Letters to the Editor Michael Pollack and The Westfield Leader including both cellular and landlines. with confusing options and seemingly untraceable charges, for the wonderful article about our com- In terms of the purchase of cell phone lists for much worse than a jigsaw puzzle to figure out. They call pany. County Manager Sets Record Straight Michael spent a significant amount of telemarketing purposes, the Direct Marketing Associa- it “your plan,” but it’s really “their plan.” If telemarketers time interviewing me, my husband tion, Federal Trade Commission and Federal Communi- start calling you and you get the bill, “their plan” could Jonathan and my son Seth for this story, cations Commission all state that telemarketing inquiries turn into a real stinker. About Santaliz’s Remarks to WF and the end result was that he truly cap- to cell phone numbers without the subscribers’ permis- We urge our law-enforcement community to be aggres- A copy of this letter was sent to Mayor of Union to do any work in Westfield and tured the essence of who we are and what sion violates the 1991 Telemarketing Consumer Protec- sive in the relentless pursuit of unscrupulous individuals Andrew Skibitsky and the Westfield Town Scotch Plains. we are trying to achieve. We are very tion Act. The big question is what constitutes permission? who sell or access your cell phone records. We ask our Council. When it comes to performing any type grateful for his thoughtful and thorough Would using an existing credit card or a previous inquiry federal and state lawmakers to do what is necessary to * * * * * * * of public work within its municipalities, piece. to a retailer give these businesses permission to invade the keep your cell phone numbers private in all instances. I am writing to set the record straight the County of Union has a “good neigh- I would like to take this opportunity to concerning remarks made by Gil Santaliz, bor” policy where we clearly and con- mention that my younger son, Julian, has a representative of 4Connections, before cisely consult with municipal officials recently become an integral part of our your governing body, regarding the in- and governing entities well in advance of family company as well, doing camera New Jersey Braces as Leaders stallation of a dark fiber network in your any project. We work to answer any and and graphics work. community. all questions and concerns that officials This is an exciting time in the history of I would like to make it clear that Mr. or residents may have, and we wouldn’t both this business and our family, as we Santaliz is not authorized to speak on begin any work without consensus. look ahead to expanding our expertise Face Fiscal Fiasco, $6B Shortfall behalf of the County of Union and my I hope this letter has helped to clear up and repertoire. office, and his testimony before the town any misunderstanding that Mr. Santaliz Once again, thank you for publishing With Jon Corzine in the governor’s office and new chairman. council does not represent our viewpoints. has created. If you require further clarifi- this terrific article. leaders in key posts in the legislature, urban Democrats For the GOP locally, Asm. Jon Bramnick of Westfield It appears that Mr. Santaliz is acting on cation on this matter, then please feel free Lynne Applebaum his own and is making misrepresenta- to contact my office. leave little doubt as to who is in charge. The majority is the assistant whip and Asm. Eric Munoz of Summit is tions of his relationship with the County Thank you for your patience and atten- Westfield leaders hail from two of New Jersey’s most urbanized deputy conference leader. Alex DeCroce of Morris Plains of Union. tion to this matter. counties – Hudson and Camden. Suburbia braces as continues as the Republican leader in the Assembly. Runnells Thanked for To further clarify this matter, there is George Devanney budgets, taxes and shortfalls are on the line. Trenton leadership faces a record $6-billion shortfall no contract between Mr. Santaliz, or his County Manager The Democrats hold the governorship, 22 of 40 seats projection in the budget. Also, all the money has been company, 4Connections, and the County Care Staff Provided in the Senate and 49 of 80 seats in the Assembly. One spent from funds borrowed for new schools, roads, We would like to express our grati- tude to the entire staff of Runnells Spe- assembly seat is vacant. They must face fiscal fiasco bridges and highways. The budget must be balanced Is it True That Union County Has cialized Hospital, and particularly the and deal with the $6-billion projected budget shortfall and borrowing has reached its limit. nurses and aides of floor 3-East, for the – some of it is a legacy of the infamous McGreevey With that in mind, state spending will be watched wonderful care and compassion they administration, some of it is their own doing and some extremely closely. Senator Wayne Bryant of Camden is Second Set of Financial Books? extended to Mary, our mother and is because the public demanded too much over the the chairman of the Senate Budget and Appropriations I’ve been hearing complaints of Union I used to see the documents of these mother-in-law, during the last two years years. Committee. Assemblywoman Nellie Pou of Paterson is County government officials having a programs, that is until I started to berate of her life. second set of books. For many years I my county elected officials that such docu- Caring for the elderly and others who In the upper House, last year’s governor, Sen. Rich- chairman of the Assembly Appropriations Committee compiled and stockpiled my findings of ments should never be made available. can no longer care for themselves is a ard Codey of West Orange in Essex County, will con- and Assemblyman Louis Greenwald of Camden County county documents, but could never find One document that I still have in my physically and emotionally demanding tinue as Senate President. Sen. Bernard Kenny of Hudson is chairman of the Assembly Budget Committee. any evidence of a second set of books. possession is the entire plans and blue- job seven days a week, 24 hours a day. County will continue in the number-two spot as Senate All the promises of “no new taxes” during the elec- If it is true, then that second set of books prints for the Ralph Froehlich Public The staff members at Runnells carry on Majority Leader. tions will go by the wayside. It’s an important time to is exactly what I have been wanting for Safety Building. These plans should never with this task in a way, which not only For the GOP minority, Sen. Leonard Lance of pay attention. years – as long as this second set of books ever have been made available to me. I meets the physical needs of the patients Flemington is the Senate Minority Leader and Sen. We encourage you to provide input to legislative complies within the scope of the law. thank then-Union County Freeholder but also comforts them emotionally and In case you did not know, I use to Nicholas Scutari with the foresight into spiritually. Day after day, these fine people Tom Kean, Jr. of Westfield is the Minority Whip. leaders. The Senate Democratic Office can be reached peruse Union County documents and fi- having the county enact policy where- go beyond the call of duty and give so In domino fashion, Assemblyman Albio Sires is at (609) 292-5215, P.O. Box 099, Trenton, NJ 08625- nancial records for over 11 years before I upon such documents in the future never much more than they receive. We should running for Congress to replace Bob Menendez of 0099, or [email protected]. To contact the Assem- retired last summer when I moved to made available to the public. all be proud of these unsung heroes in our Hudson County as Mr. Menendez has been named U.S. bly Majority Office write: P.O. Box 098, Trenton, NJ Horry County, South Carolina. Now, I By the way if the county wants those midst.

Senator as replacement for the seat vacated by now 08625 or call (609) 292-7065. peruse their documents and financial plans and blueprints back they could pay Marc and Rosemary Millet Governor Corzine. Asm. Joseph Roberts of Camden Locally, contact Sen. Kean and Asm. Bramnick at records, but just as a hobby these days. me the $300 that I paid for them. Westfield But while residing in New Jersey I was In closing I would not want these pro- County has been named Assembly Speaker to replace 203 Elm Street, Westfield, NJ 07090 (908) 232-3673; notorious for going to every town and, grams of national and local security to be Mr. Sires. Asw. Linda Stender at 1801 East Second Street, Scotch whenever possible, I would visit school compromised because of one lone activ- The Governor has enormous powers while the Senate Plains, NJ 07076, (908) 668-1900 and Sen. Nicholas boards just to look over their public records ist unknowingly doing the dirty work for President and Assembly Speaker control what legisla- Scutari at 1514 E. Saint Georges Avenue, Linden, NJ as well. anyone including a terrorist such as Osama BernardBernardBernard tion advances through the system. Underneath this, 07036, (908) 587-0404. What I’m trying to say is that there are Bin Laden. National security is the re- several of our local leaders are in important positions It would be splendid if party politics and special items that the public should not be made sponsibility of all of us, even if it includes this year. interests could be put aside for the moment while these aware of – such as 9/11 related items of the Open Public Records Act. HeeneyHeeneyHeeney national security, and the witness protec- Vincent Lehotsky Asw. Linda Stender of Fanwood and Asm. Neil problems are resolved. For our leaders to be tough tion program. Cohen of Roselle are Deputy Assembly Speakers. Asm. enough, smart enough, disciplined and principled dur- Loris, South Carolina CreativeCreativeCreative Joseph Cryan of Union is the Deputy Majority Leader. ing this hard-hitting time, they need your input, support Mr. Cryan will soon become the state Democratic and direction. Letter Writer Expresses Her Opinion Writing Contest Editor’s Note: Last week’s cartoon spurred comments. Some from Elizabeth felt the cartoon suggested that the Abbott funds were On Holiday Plants Bought By County You are invited to enter the obtained illegally. That was not the intent. The cartoon in conjunction with the editorial presented our view that the Abbott funds Apparently Mr. John Boyle of Westfield seems to have been lost on him. newspaper’s creative writing contest. were being misused and that the retroactive pay raise of more than $30,000 to the new superintendent was an outrage – costing (in his January 12 letter), didn’t get the When I have written that XYZ com- Detailed rules and prizes are posted everyone in the state. We appreciate the feedback. point of my letter regarding the Freehold- pany contributed X number of dollars to on goleader.com. It is open to anyone ers’ holiday plants (January 5, “OK, So a political campaign and then received and there is no entry fee. Entries (700 Call Me Scrooge: Freeholders Squander contracts in the millions without com- to 1200 words) must be received by Tax Dollars”); I will get to that later, but petitive bidding, it is because that is what March 1. Those that submit by Febru- just to clear up a couple of things: the records show. When I have written ary 15 will receive an editor’s review 1) I didn’t spend the evening wander- that county taxes have raised an average and will have the opportunity to sub- ing around counting plants; they were, 16 of 10 percent a year since 2000, it is in all, in the Freeholder meeting room, because they have. When I have stated mit an update. while not a one was in the public areas. that the board voted themselves a raise, it Winning entries will be published 2) Rumors have circulated for years is because they did. this spring in the 34th annual edition and years about the holiday plants, their However, it appears that some people of This Is Westfield. In the spirit of cost and who the recipients actually could would rather deceive themselves and not creative writing, entries may be of ultimately be, as well as the political know how things are or perhaps would past, present or future; history, com- connection of the supplier who receives prefer that others didn’t know so they call mentary, sports, art, humor, science this exclusive, annual order. it complaining in an effort to discredit the fiction, essay, mystery, instructive, 3) There was no doubt that these flow- messenger. illustrative or novelette. In some fash- ers were gorgeous, but they were cer- Mr. Boyle may perceive me to be an tainly over the top. I am almost five-feet- “incredibly frequent complainer” about ion, there must be a tie to Westfield or eight-inches in bare feet; that evening, I every move that the Board of Chosen surrounding community. Judging had on heels. I made a point of standing Freeholders makes, but I disagree. As a criteria will include format (spelling next to one, and they were almost to my resident of this county and a voter, I do and grammar), creativity (ideas, im- hips – not your average poinsettias. have the perfect right to disapprove of the pact and approach), tightness (clar- It is unimaginable that even the gov- actions of elected officials and either agree ity, structure) and depth. Have fun. ernment would toss these lovelies in the or disagree with other voters, and they trash after a very limited number of per- certainly are entitled to agree or disagree Deadlines sons enjoyed them for a little over an with me. I also believe that I have the right General News - Friday 4pm hour, so certainly they had to go some- to try to persuade others to open their eyes Weekend Sports - Monday 12pm where. Wouldn’t it have been heartwarm- and see issues from the same perspective Classifieds - Tuesday 12pm ing to hear that the county government that I do and attempt to motivate them to purchased their holiday plants from one participate in the process. Ad Reservation - Friday 4pm of the county’s many Boy Scout, PTA or A complainer is someone who doesn’t Ad Submittal - Monday 12pm rescue-squad fundraisers rather than re- take action to present a point or position peatedly the same politically connected and just shoots off their mouth. By putting To Reach Us professional flower shop? myself out there and pursuing public of- E-Mail - [email protected] You see, my issue is not quite as simple fice, I know that I am not merely complain- as the plants themselves, as I think Mr. ing but that I have taken action. I don’t Boyle would like people to believe, but know if I can say that about Mr. Boyle. For more information, see www.goleader.com/help rather the issue is the attitude that this Patricia Quattrocchi extravagance represents; however, that Garwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, February 2, 2006 Page 5 Asw. Stender Appointed Westfield AARP to Hear Deputy Speaker of Assembly Talk on Medicare Part ‘D’ SCOTCH PLAINS — Assembly- business takes the Speaker away from WESTFIELD – Westfield Area advantage of this free service must woman Linda Stender has been named the floor. She will also assist in plan- Chapter No. 4137 of the American bring their wills with them. Deputy Speaker for the ning the Assembly Association of Retired Persons will Day Trip Chairwoman Katie 2006-2007 legislative Democrat’ long-term hold its next meeting on Monday, Menzer will take reservations at this session. legislative agenda. February 6, in The Presbyterian meeting for a Wednesday, February “Linda Stender has Asw. Stender will fur- Church in Westfield’s Assembly Hall, 22, trip to the Hunterdon Hills Play- been a tireless advocate ther shape the legisla- located at the corner of Broad Street house for a full luncheon and a live for senior citizens, tive agenda as vice- and Mountain Avenue in Westfield. performance of the comedy Charlie’s school-aged children chairman of the Assem- Guests and new members are wel- Aunt. and commuters,” said bly Transportation and come and ample parking is available. The cost is $61 per person, which Assembly Speaker Jo- Public Works Commit- A social period with refreshments will cover bus transportation, the lun- seph J. Roberts, Jr. of tee, which is responsible will begin at 1 p.m. After a brief cheon, show and all gratuities. The Camden. “She brings a for dealing with matters business meeting at 1:30 p.m., guest bus will leave the Lord & Taylor wealth of experience related to infrastructure speaker David Mollen, AARP Health parking lot at 10 a.m. and return about and knowledge to the and public works Michael Pollack for The Westfield Leader and The Times and Prescription Representative, will 4:30 p.m. leadership team as a Linda Stender projects. As vice-chair- DOG DAYS OF SUMMER?...Carrie Hayes (left) enjoys summerlike weather explain the various plans for Medi- This trip is open to members and former mayor and man, Asw. Stender said Monday in downtown Westfield, uncharacteristic for January, with her pets care Part “D.” A question-and-an- non-members alike. For more infor- county freeholder. As deputy speaker, she will address issues such as the Lucca and Watson (center). swer period will follow. mation or to make reservations, please Linda’s ability to work on behalf of “rapidly depleting” Transportation Union County Surrogate James call (908) 232-1362. the families in her district will be Trust Fund and improving safety con- LaCorte also will attend this meeting significantly enhanced.” ditions on railroads and public high- Westfield American Legion to advise attendees on the latest com- CLASSIFIEDS “My colleagues have presented me ways. pliances necessary to have a valid Buy & Sell on the Net with a great honor by appointing me “Establishing dedicated funding to will. He will meet with people in a as deputy speaker,” said Asw. Stender. the Transportation Trust Fund and Post 3 Seeks New Members private room. Those wishing to take goleader.com “Helping to develop public policy is insuring its ability to finance capital WESTFIELD – Post Commander issued at the time of separation, or a great responsibility and I look for- projects in the future is essential,” Peter Hogaboom has announced that proof of current enlistment. The Le- ward to this opportunity.” said Asw. Stender. “I welcome the American Legion Post No. 3 of gion is offering special incentives to As Deputy Speaker, Stender will opportunity to continue my work on Westfield is seeking eligible men and troops returning from the Middle East. preside over Assembly sessions when this and other important transporta- women to become members of the Sons and grandsons of eligible vet- tion issues facing our state.” post, located at the corner of North erans also are invited to join the Sons Asw. Stender to Speak Asw. Stender will also serve as a Avenue and Cross Place in Westfield. of the American Legion (SAL). They member of the Health and Senior To be eligible for membership in just need to bring proof of the veteran’s At SP DEM Meeting Services Committee and the Tourism the American Legion, an individual service. Other descendants of veter- SCOTCH PLAINS — The Scotch and Gaming Committee. must have served in the armed forces ans also are eligible. Plains Democratic Club will meet on during any of the following periods: The post’s Ladies Auxiliary, made Thursday, February 16, 8 p.m., at Lifeguard Training December 7, 1941-December 31, up of wives, daughters and grand- Executive Suites, located 1812 Front 1946 (or United States Merchant daughters of service people and post Street in Scotch Plains. The entrance To Begin Next Week Marines, December 7, 1941-August members, also welcome new mem- is from the rear parking lot. SCOTCH PLAINS – The Tri- 15, 1945); June 25, 1950-January 31, bers. They support the post in its Assemblywoman Linda Stender County Chapter of the American Red 1955; February 28, 1961-May 7, mission to serve veterans of the local (LD 22, Fanwood), a candidate for Cross, in collaboration with the Jew- 1975; August 24, 1982-July 31, 1984; community and the state. For more the United States Congress, will be ish Community Center (JCC) of Cen- December 20, 1989-January 31, 1990, information, please call American the guest speaker. tral New Jersey and the Fanwood- and from August 2, 1990 to a time Legion Post No. 3 at (908) 232-9689. Anyone wishing to attend or who Scotch Plains YMCA will offer a that will be determined by the United seeks further information, should course in lifeguard training. States government. Single Parent Event contact Kenneth Lipstein at Three sessions of the course will be All an individual needs to join is a [email protected] or (908) held. The first will run from Tuesday, copy of his or her DD 214 that was Set Tomorrow at ‘Y’ 232-0517. February 7, through Tuesday, Febru- WESTFIELD – On Friday, Febru- ary 28; the second from Monday, Lupus Group to Meet ary 3, single and divorced parents, Arboretum to Begin April 3, through Wednesday, April along with their children, are invited 26, and the third from Thursday, May At Muhlenberg Feb. 11 to an evening of rock climbing. This Camp Registration 11, to Thursday, May 25. COUNTY – The Union County will be followed by “make your own SUMMIT – The Reeves-Reed Ar- Open to those ages 15 and older, the Support Group of the Lupus Founda- sundaes.” boretum has revealed that registration course will teach the skills and knowl- tion of America, Inc., New Jersey The event will take place from 6:30 will begin this weekend for its Sum- edge needed to prevent and respond to Chapter will hold its monthly meet- to 8:30 p.m. in the Westfield “Y” gym- mer Elephant Tree Camp, where chil- aquatic emergencies. A lifeguard cer- ing on Saturday, February 11, at 11 nasium at 220 Clark Street in Westfield. dren learn about nature while explor- tificate will be awarded. It also will a.m. at Muhlenberg Regional Medi- The cost per family is $5. For more ing the arboretum’s 12.5 scenic acres. include certification in CPR for the cal Center in Plainfield. It will take information, contact Jill Brown at (908) Registration dates vary according Professional Rescuer and First Aid. place in the Muhlenberg Room on the 233-2700, extension no. 415 or e-mail to membership levels. Priority regis- Classes will be held at the JCC and lower level. The general public is [email protected]. tration for Family members and above the F-SPY, both located on Martine invited to attend this free group. will be Saturday, February 4, from 9 Avenue in Scotch Plains. For more to 11 a.m. and Monday, February 6, information, please call (908) 756- Applicants Are Sought from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 6414, extension no. 10. Open registration for Associate For Free Job Training members and non-members will be Ferguson on Supreme COUNTY – Project Ready will Tuesday, February 7, from 9 a.m. to 3 accept applications for its winter job p.m. Mail-in registration will be ac- Court Justice Alito preparedness program on Friday, Feb- cepted starting Thursday, February 9. WASHINGTON - Rep. Mike ruary 17, at 9:30 a.m. sharp. Appli- Weekly camp sessions will be offered Ferguson, R-N.J., issued the follow- cants should be prepared to stay for from Monday, June 19, through Friday, ing statement Monday after the Sen- two hours. The free, six-week pro- August 11. The arboretum is located at ate confirmed Judge Samuel Alito to gram will begin the following Mon- 165 Hobart Avenue in Summit. become the 110th Supreme Court jus- day at 9 a.m. In order to register on February 4 or tice: Basic computer skills will be taught, 6, memberships need to be valid for “Judge Alito’s service to the nation including Microsoft Word, Excel and the year 2006. Membership may be on the 3rd Circuit Court of Appeals, navigating the Internet, plus résumé purchased on the day of registration, which includes New Jersey, demon- writing and interview techniques. although individuals are advised to strated his fairness and faithful appli- Project Ready is located within St. do so prior to signing up. Summer cation of the Constitution. I’m proud Joseph Social Service Center at 118 brochures currently are available. to have this native New Jerseyan serv- Division Street in Elizabeth. For more For more information, please call ing on the high court and working to information, please call (908) 353- (908) 273-8787, extension no. 15 or 25. serve our country with distinction.” 1045 or visit www.projectready.org.

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All of the are accepting donations of “like new” resold.” morial Library will offer area resi- screenings will be offered free of books, videos, DVDs, Books-on-Tape Volunteers are needed to help the dents a taste of the Sundance Film charge. and audio cassettes through Friday, Friends with pre-event publicity, book Festival with its presentation this month Several additional programs are March 10. They will be resold at the sorting and staffing for the book sale. of four diverse films that won the scheduled for youth and adults at the library’s annual book sale from Thurs- A sign-up sheet will be available at Grand Jury Prize at the Utah festival. library for the week of February 6. day to Saturday, March 16 to 18. the Circulation Desk of the library. Registration is ongoing for the For youngsters, the library will present “We usually start collecting these Proceeds from the sale support films, all of which will be shown on “Preschool Story Time: 3½ to 5 Years materials right after the first of the amenities and services provided by Tuesdays at 7 p.m. For a complete Old” on Tuesday, February 7, at 10 year, but with all the new construc- the library. Donations of books and/ listing of the movies, ratings and a a.m. or Wednesday, February 8, at tion at the library recently, we haven’t or audio/visual materials may be description of each film, please pick 1:30 p.m. In this program, children had the facility to accept and store brought to the library, located at 1927 listen to stories and do an activity. them,” explained Friends’ President Bartle Avenue, during regular library Genealogical Society “Mother Goose Group,” for walk- Bob Czaja. “The month delay will hours. ing toddlers up to age two-and-a-half create an even greater need for the To Meet February 9 with a caregiver, will take place on support from the community we have HAZAK to Hear Talk WESTFIELD – The Genealogical Thursday, February 9, from 10 to come to rely upon in the past.” Society of the West Fields (GSWF) 10:20 a.m. Participants enjoy rhymes, The Friends are seeking books of On Medicare Part D will meet on Thursday, February 9, at songs, movement activities and sto- all kinds, including fiction, non-fic- SCOTCH PLAINS – A program on 1 p.m. Speaker Steve Yautz will dis- ries. tion, mysteries, cookbooks, garden- Medicare Part D drug benefits will be cuss becoming a professional gene- “Baby Rhyme Time,” for babies not ing books, how-to books, craft books presented to the HAZAK group at alogist and how to use one to investi- yet walking and a caregiver, is slated and especially children’s books. Congregation Beth Israel in Scotch gate family history. for Friday, February 10, from 10 to “They should be in very good con- Plains on Wednesday, February 15, at Founded in 1979 under the spon- 10:20 a.m. Babies and their caregivers dition, since they will be resold,” Mr. 1 p.m. at the synagogue. HAZAK is a sorship of the Westfield Memorial take part in rhymes, lap bounces, songs Czaja said. “We cannot accept any Jewish social group for those who are Stephen James Nervi and Ms. Megan Elizabeth Hogarth Library, the Genealogical Society and clapping activities. books that are damp, wet or musty. age 55 and older. holds monthly meetings from Sep- “Queen Nur’s Sweet Potato Tales,” We are also unable to accept books Conrad Nadell, a retired Certified tember through June in the Program geared toward children ages four and that are ‘unsaleable’ – such as out-of- Public Accountant with 40 years ex- Room of the library, located at 550 up and their families, will be offered date computer or tax manuals, etc. perience and a former computer soft- Ms. Megan E. Hogarth East Broad Street. on Saturday, February 11, at 10:30 “We are also collecting gently-used ware entrepreneur, will be the fea- These meetings include a speaker, a.m. This program will feature an in- videos, DVDs, books-on-tape, CDs tured speaker. He will demonstrate a informal discussions and refresh- teractive storyteller who brings to life and audio cassettes for resale,” Mr. process of evaluating insurance op- ments. The public is invited to attend stories in the African oral tradition. Czaja noted. “We are looking for pro- tions that the audience can use to To Wed Stephen J. Nervi and there is no admission fee. For adults, “Your Library 24/7” fessionally made videos and CDs only choose an insurance provider. Mr. and Mrs. Richard Leete Upon completing her undergradu- The officers of the GSWF are Ri- will be held on Wednesday, February – not home movies or TV shows or Congregation Beth Israel is located Hogarth, residents of Westfield for ate degree, she worked as a clinical chard Underhill, President; Steve 8, at 10 a.m. This beginners’ class CDs taped from the radio.” at 18 Shalom Way. Admission is free over 20 years, have announced the research coordinator at the Univer- Price, Vice President; Martha Cease, will cover basic skills such as using He said the Friends “are looking to HAZAK members and $2 for non- engagement of their daughter, Ms. sity of Medicine and Dentistry of Corresponding Secretary; Richard the online catalog, e-books and inter- for films, documentaries, how-to and members. Light refreshments will be Megan Elizabeth Hogarth of Bryn New Jersey (UMDNJ) in Piscataway Barker, Recording Secretary, and Ed library loans. exercise videos, etc. and especially served. Reservations are required, and Mawr, Pa., to Stephen James Nervi of for two years before returning to Wittke, Treasurer. For more informa- “TGIF: Lincoln’s Birthday Re- children’s videos. We are also look- may be made by calling the syna- Maplewood. He is the son of Mr. and graduate school. tion, please call Elizabeth Youngs at membered” will be featured on Fri- ing for audio books and music of all gogue office at (908) 889-1830. Mrs. Michael Nervi of Maplewood. She received her Master of Arts (908) 276-7104 or visit http:// day, February 10, at 1:30 p.m. Partici- A 1996 Westfield High School gradu- degree in Clinical Psychology this westfieldnj.com/gswf/ online. pants will learn about Springfield, ate, the bride-to-be was awarded a Bach- past November from Widener Uni- Ill., where Lincoln had lived. elor of Arts degree in Psychology from versity in Chester, Pa. and currently YMCA and NETA Plan The Westfield Memorial Library is Loyola College in Baltimore, Md. is completing coursework at Widener located at 550 East Broad Street. For in order to earn her Doctorate in Clini- Certification Classes more information, please call (908) ‘Why Catholic’ to Help cal Psychology in May of 2007. SCOTCH PLAINS – The 789-4090, visit the library’s website ESTATE AUCTION at www.wmlnj.org or stop by the li- Auction The future bridegroom was raised Fanwood-Scotch Plains YMCA and Oil Paintings, Antiques & Furniture Adults Explore Faith in Maplewood and graduated from the National Exercise Training Asso- brary for a copy of its quarterly news- WESTFIELD – The Roman Catho- Columbia High School in 1996. He ciation (NETA) will co-sponsor a letter. Complete liquidation of assets, art and lic parishes of Holy Trinity and Saint also attended Loyola College in Bal- Group Exercise Instructor Certifica- collections of Jacquline Ann Mullin, Helen’s of Westfield will offer a pro- timore and met his fiancée in their tion class on Saturday, February 11, Junior Women to Hold gram called “Why Catholic? Journey sophomore year. and a Group Cycling Certification Wine Pairing-Auction well-known local artist and Through the Catechism” beginning Mr. Nervi graduated from Loyola class on Sunday, February 12. WESTFIELD – The Westfield Jun- Fairleigh Dickinson University Arts Professor the week of Sunday, February 26. College in 2000 with a Bachelor of Beginning instructors will be of- A small, community-based pro- Science degree in Chemistry. After fered insight into the basics of teach- ior Woman’s Club will hold its Sec- ond Annual Wine Pairing and Auc- ATURDAY EB th AT gram, it is designed to help adults college, he worked as a medicinal ing group exercise or teaching an S , F 4 2006 9:00 am deepen their Catholic faith and con- chemist for Enzon Pharmaceuticals indoor cycling class. Space is lim- tion on Saturday, March 11, at the Shackamaxon Country Club in Scotch ALE ON REMISES nect its teachings to everyday life. in Piscataway before returning to ited. S P “Why Catholic?” currently is being medical school at the University of Classes will be held at the Fanwood- Plains. This event will benefit Cherished 1529 RAHWAY AVE., WESTFIELD NJ used or will soon be used in over Medicine and Dentistry of New Jer- Scotch Plains YMCA, located at 1340 15,000 parishes in more than 130 sey in Newark in 2002. He is sched- Martine Avenue in Scotch Plains. For Creations, a non-profit corporation founded in 1996 that honors miscel- Oil Paintings, Furniture & Deco Items dioceses throughout the country. uled to graduate with his Doctorate in registration information, please call The program will meet either in May and begin his residency in July 1-(800) AEROBIC. laneous requests to create a better life and Additional Art parish facilities or in private homes of this year. NETA is a non-profit agency dedi- for seriously ill children. for a period of six weeks during the The couple will be married at the cated to offering education and certi- Such requests include home adap- See website for complete details: Lenten season. For more informa- First Congregational Church of fication to all who are interested, with tations to facilitate discharge to home; www.theauctioneersgroup.com tion, please call the Holy Trinity Westfield in June. A reception will the goal of helping to improve the financial assistance with illness re- or call Peter Costanzo, A.P. Natoli Auctioneers: Church at (908) 232-8137 or St. follow at the Park Avenue Club in quality of fitness instruction to the lated expenses and emergency grants Helen’s Church at (908) 232-1214. Florham Park. public. to eligible families in crisis. 732-776-7222 or 609-693-6899 The wine tasting will take place at 7 p.m. and will include a cocktail hour, various food stations with wine pairing, a 50/50 raffle, tricky tray, silent auction and live auction. Celebrate your new arrival • Life Insurance The Junior Woman’s Club of • Disability Insurance Westfield is a group of approximately Art 30 volunteer women who work to- at the Grand Opening of • Long Term Care ward improving the community, state Ammermuller • Employee Benefits and the lives of others. The club is a member of the New Jersey State Federation of Women’s “Helping People” 908.233.0920 Clubs. For ticket price and purchase, please call Constance at (908) 233- A 4238. NOW OPEN!

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By REV. DR. DARLA DEE their distant past. SCOTCH PLAINS – The Girl The meeting marked the installa- TURLINGTON You can be with them without focus- Scouts of Washington Rock Coun- tion of four new board members, as My visitation ministry the past year ing constantly on them; read or do cil, Inc. (GSWRC) held its 49th An- former Gold Award winners Jenni- has steadily increased in the number paper work in the chair next to theirs, nual Meeting on January 21 at Union fer Carolina of Roselle and Chris- of folks with dementia with who I am just for the comfort of shared presence. Catholic High School in Scotch tina Liebrich of Westfield were in contact. It may be the same for you, Making agreements will not work Plains. joined by Jamel Holley of Roselle even if you are not in ministry, for as to protect them; they will soon be Various members of the GSWRC and Nancy Fiamingo of East the older generations age, Alzheimer’s forgotten. It is more effective to rear- leadership addressed the gathering, Brunswick as first-time board mem- disease and other dementias occur in range the environment in order to which was attended by representa- bers. greater numbers. “forgetfulness proof” their living tives from a majority of the 24 com- Among the items on the agenda We have never been given lessons space (a tea kettle with an automatic munities that the council serves. was a report from the GSUSA Na- on how to relate to someone with “off” switch, for example). Among those communities are tional Council Session; a review of memory loss. Just like a newborn Encourage as much independent Westfield, Scotch Plains, Fanwood, GSWRC’s finances; proposals on child, it doesn’t come with an instruc- action as possible, but realize that the Mountainside, Garwood and Berke- council bylaw revisions, as well as possibilities steadily decrease and ley Heights. reports from Board President Wil- tion book. So it is wise to listen to SEASON OF GIVING…Cub scouts from Pack No. 34 at Evergreen School in those who have dealt with it before may change from day to day. Dr. Suzanne Bousquet of Scotch son and Chief Executive Officer When speaking, get at their eye Scotch Plains collect food for Union County families assisted by the Emmanuel Plains became GSWRC’s Second Donna Dolce. and pick up some tips from them. Cancer Foundation (ECF). Based in Scotch Plains, ECF offers a variety of support Here are some I have heard or read level, attract their attention, make eye Vice President after serving as a Additionally, outgoing board services to New Jersey families who have a child that has been diagnosed with members Sister Percylee Hart, and find helpful: contact and enunciate every word. cancer. Pictured in front row, from left to right, are: Danny Farrell, Christian board member, while Cranford’s Dealing with dementia is often Give time for words to be processed. Germano, Michael Novello, A.J. Savoca and Ryan McSherry. Ximena Gutierrez, Adeline Kellett was elevated from Shirley Johnson-Tucker and Dolores counter-intuitive; what seems right In fact, allow extra time for every- Union County Regional Director at ECF, stands in back. that position to first vice president. Kresge were honored for their dedi- or used to work is ineffective now. So thing. Rushing adds to their stress, Board President Tiffany Wilson of cation and service to the council. don’t keep trying the same things and that adds to your stress. Plainfield, Secretary Mary Gima of Founded in 1957, GSWRC serves over and over. If you get into a power struggle, let Clergyman to Give Lecture Linden and Treasurer Maureen nearly 11,000 girls and adults in Being reasonable, rational and logi- go, do something else for five min- Green of Westfield all were reelected Middlesex, Somerset and Union cal will not work; there’s no “boss” in utes, then try again. to their positions. Counties. The council service center the brain to respond to arguments. Favorite songs, poems, scriptures About Rights of Catholics Existing members of the GSWRC and adjoining full service shop are Say simply what is going to happen and prayers are great comforts – re- Board of Directors who were re- located at 201 Grove Street, East in or what needs to be done next. cite them together. I have seen folks WESTFIELD – On Thursday, Feb- quently spent some time in India. He elected included Ronald Blackburn Westfield. Be polite, asking for cooperation apparently out of touch with their ruary 9, at 7:30 p.m., Voice of the currently is assigned to New Jersey. of Princeton Junction, Lee Cohen of Interested individuals are invited (“Can you help me unbutton your surroundings start singing along with Faithful (VOTF) of Union County He serves as a school chaplain, Cranford, Mary Conrad of Eliza- to register for the GSWRC’s Summer shirt?”) and making direct statements a hymn or Christmas carol. will present the Reverend Patrick preaches parish missions and has been beth, Pat Turner Kavanaugh and Resident and Overnight Camp pro- (“Mom, please finish up now.”) But When moments of lucidity come, Connor in a program to be held at the a 20-year board member of the Asso- Michael Mayers, both of Plainfield; grams. For more information about take note that making choices or stating savor them. At such times, and even First United Methodist Church in ciation for Rights of Catholics in the Dinorah Santeli of Union, John GSWRC programs and services, preferences (“What would you like for at those times when you are not sure Westfield. Church. Schmidt, Jr. of Westfield and Suzette please visit www.westfieldnj.com/ breakfast?”) may become difficult. your words are comprehended, say Reverend Connor will speak on Reverend Connor holds a master’s Sequeira of Clark. girlscouts online. People with dementia do not need something affirming and affection- “The Rights Catholics Have and the degree in pastoral counseling from to stay in reality. If they think a de- ate. It might register with them, but it Rights Catholics Should Have in the Fordham University. He presents ceased relative is alive, don’t argue. will surely warm your heart. Catholic Church.” material on the place of the laity as Redirect the conversation, or even For more tips and information, ac- Ordained in 1957 as a Divine Word envisioned by the Second Vatican ask about the person – you may learn cess sites such as www.caregiver.org Missionary, Reverend Connor subse- Council, with reference to early something about your past. If they do sponsored by the Family Caregiver Church history. not recognize you, put aside the sor- Alliance. The First United Methodist Church row and disappointment this causes * * * * * * * Baptist Youth to Hold is located at North Avenue (Route 28) and introduce yourself as an admirer Reverend Turlington is Senior Pas- and East Broad Street, across from Dinner-Dance Benefit Lord & Taylor. or someone who cares about them tor of the First Baptist Church of WESTFIELD – A Valentine’s Day and talk about the present moment or Westfield, located at 170 Elm Street. All are welcome to attend. No reg- Dinner and Dance will take place on istration or admission fee is required, Saturday, February 11, from 6 to 8:30 although donations are appreciated. Woman’s Club to Salute p.m. at the First Baptist Church, lo- For further information, please visit cated at 170 Elm Street in Westfield. http://www.votfnj.org. Hosted by the Sunday Nite Youth Victorian Era Customs Group, the event will benefit and sup- Caregivers to Meet port youth activities, including a Hur- FANWOOD – The Fanwood proper observance of afternoon tea- ricane Katrina Relief mission trip to Monday at St. Helen’s Woman’s Club will present a program time. Illustrative objects from the Pascagoula, Miss. WESTFIELD – A support group celebrating the Victorian era on museum collection will be on display The dinner will be a semi-formal for those caring for elderly or chroni- Wednesday, February 8, in the Dining as well. affair, with food catered by Ferraro’s cally ill loved ones will meet on Mon- Room of the Fanwood Presbyterian “We are always delighted to have and entertainment provided by a live day, February 6, at 8 p.m. in the Church, located on Marian Avenue. visitors come to our programs and get jazz trio. Members of the youth group Parish Center of St. Helen’s Roman Refreshments will be served at to experience some of the fun we will serve at the event. Catholic Church on Lamberts Mill 12:30 p.m., followed by a brief open- have while learning and working to- Singles and couples are welcome and Road in Westfield. ing ceremony and the program, en- gether,” Club President Shirley will be seated at tables of eight. A ticket Meetings are held on the first non- titled “Victorian Secrets of the Heart.” McGuinness stated. donation is $25 per person. Tickets are holiday Monday of each month. These LEADERSHIP ROLES…Christina Liebrich of Westfield, left, and Jennifer Caro- Renata Maroney and Darlene “There’s never a dull moment in available through the church office by are information and sharing sessions. calling (908) 233-2278 or emailing lina of Roselle, both former Gold Award recipients, were installed as board members Palumbo, regular docents at the his- our gatherings, but most important, For more information, please call during the Girl Scouts of Washington Rock Council’s 49th Annual Meeting that was toric Cannonball House Museum in we are committed to supporting com- [email protected]. Indi- Marilyn Ryan at (908) 233-8757. held on January 21 at Union Catholic High School in Scotch Plains. Scotch Plains, will be the presenters. munity service organizations and rais- viduals are asked to order tickets no later Wearing authentic attire, one ing money for our annual high school than Wednesday, February 8. dressed for a festive social function scholarship fund,” she added. and the other in a mourning costume, For more information about the the women will describe typical cus- upcoming program or the Fanwood See it all on the Web! toms of the 1880s-1900s, such as the Woman’s Club, please call Program formal exchange of valentines, the Chairwoman Barbara Couphos at www.goleader.com etiquette of calling cards and the (908) 322-7892.

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Alan Tucker of Scotch Plains died He was a founder and president of Plains died on Sunday, January 29, at He was active as a member of the Erskine Mayo, Jr., 88, Was Executive; on Tuesday, January 24, at Overlook the Men’s Garden Club of Scotch Overlook Hospital in Summit. Redeemer Lutheran Church in Hospital in Summit. Plains and a member of the recre- A loving father, brother, uncle and Westfield. Active In Church, Arts, History Groups Born in Providence, R.I., he had ational bowling league of Fanwood. friend, he was one of the most caring Surviving are two daughters, Abby lived in Stonington, Conn. and He was predeceased by his brother, men to have graced this earth. He had Coxson and Jesse Coxson of Brighton, Erskine Bronson Mayo, Jr., 88, of Council of Independent Laboratories; Westfield before settling in Scotch Richard Dana Tucker. many passions, but the top of the list Mass.; a son, Mark Coxson of Belmar; Matthews, N.C. died on Sunday, De- a founder and former vice-chairman Plains in 1954. Surviving are his beloved wife, was always making his friends and two sisters, Louise (wife of Sam) cember 18, 2005 in Matthews. of the American Association for Labo- Mr. Tucker owned Alan Tucker Barbara Romaine (Doherty) Tucker, family happy, as well as traveling. He Hammer of Lavallette and Janice Born on October 17, 1917 in Jersey ratory Accreditation; a former mem- Associates in Scotch Plains, a pro- and two sisters, Betty Carleton and also enjoyed his days at the Jersey Morris of Emerald Isle, N.C.; a City, he was the son of the late Erskine ber of the Metals Committee of the vider of office systems, for 15 years. Natalie Richardot. He is the brother- Shore, where everyone knew him as nephew, Sam Hammer, and niece, Bronson Mayo and Sara Alberts Mayo. New York Mercantile Exchange; a Previously, he had been a sales asso- in-law of Mary Alice Tucker and uncle Uncle Roy. Anyone who knew him Shannon Korb, and a friend, Betty Mr. Mayo was raised in Westfield, former member of ASTM, E-16 and ciate for Diebold Corporation in Eliza- of two nieces and two nephews. learned from him and grew from the Haines. where he graduated from Westfield E-36 committees and a former mem- beth for many years. A service was held on Saturday, experience. He will be loved and A funeral service was held yester- Senior High School. He then attended ber of The Copper Club and Interna- A 1938 pre-med graduate of Brown January 28, at the Rossi Funeral Home missed. day, Wednesday, February 1, at the Colgate University, where he received tional Precious Metals Institute. University in Providence, R.I., he in Scotch Plains. Born on January 26, 1940 in Redeemer Lutheran Church. Inter- his AB degree and was a member of Mr. Mayo also was a member of played the trombone and was a mem- In lieu of flowers, memorial dona- Bayonne, he was raised in Roselle ment took place at Rosedale Memo- Phi Kappa Tau fraternity. Mr. Mayo The Presbyterian Church in Westfield, ber of the university band. tions may be made to the Scotch and had lived in Westfield for 30 rial Park in Linden. served in the South Pacific during where he was an Elder and Deacon He served in the United States Army Plains Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 325, years before relocating to Scotch Arrangements were by the Dooley World War II and was a retired Com- and sang in the Chancel Choir. Air Force during World War II and Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 and the Plains four years ago. Colonial Home, 556 Westfield Av- mander, Supply Corps, United States Additionally, he was a member of was a member of the Police Reserve First United Methodist Church of A sales engineer, Mr. Coxson was enue in Westfield. Naval Reserve. the River Hills Community Church in Stonington, Conn. Mr. Tucker was Westfield, One East Broad Street, an owner of RJM Sales in Scotch February 2, 2006 Upon leaving college, he first in Lake Wylie, S.C., where he sang in a former sailboat racer in South Westfield, N.J. 07090. worked with Wright Aeronautical Cor- the Chancel Choir and served on the Dartmouth, Mass. February 2, 2006 Rose Giacobbe, 90, Hospital Volunteer; poration, then with Lucius Pitkin, Inc. church council; a former member of from 1946 to 1982. While at Lucius the River Hills Country Club; a Char- Donald ‘Soup’ Taggart, Jr., 87, Veteran; Was Active at St. Bartholomew Church Pitkin, Inc., he served as secretary, ter member of the State Opera of New treasurer and sampling director. Jersey and a member of the Westfield Retired Manufacturers’ Representative Rose Giacobbe, 90, of Fanwood Fanwood in 2005. Among his numerous contribu- Community Players. died on Monday, January 30, at Mrs. Giacobbe had been a cafeteria tions, Mr. Mayo was a founder, first Mr. Mayo was a member of the Donald Campbell “Soup” Taggart, Penfield. In New York, he worked Muhlenberg Regional Medical Cen- assistant at Scotch Plains-Fanwood president and Director Emeritus of Sons of the American Revolution and Jr., 87, of St. Petersburg, Fla. died on for the Brown Company and then ter in Plainfield. High School from 1957 until 1982. Independent Laboratories Assurance Past President of the Community Tuesday, September 27, 2005 at Bay became a manufacturers’ represen- Born in Newark, she moved to She also was a volunteer with Company; Past President, Honorary Concert Association, both in Front Medical Center in St. Peters- tative in the mid-1970s. He retired Scotch Plains in 1951 and settled in Muhlenberg Regional Medical Cen- Member and Fellow of the American Westfield; a past member of the Board burg. in 1987. ter. of Directors of the Charlotte Com- Born and raised in Westfield, he He was predeceased by a sister, Joan Fischer, 72 She was a member of the St. Lawrence D. Read munity Concert Association in Char- was the son of Donald C. Taggart, Sr. Joan Taggart Emmel. Joan Mallozzi Fischer, 72, of Bartholomew the Apostle Roman Lawrence D. Read died on Tues- lotte, N.C.; a member of the Lions and Edith Mae Gladwin Taggart. He Surviving are two sons, Donald C. Mountainside died on Monday, Janu- Catholic Church Rosary Society and day, January 17, at the Highridge Club of Lake Wylie, S.C. and a former and his wife, Betty Pearson Taggart, Taggart, 3rd of Framingham, Mass. ary 23, at Overlook Hospital in Sum- Golden Agers in Scotch Plains, and House in Riverdale, N.Y. Director of the Continuing Care Com- moved to Penfield, N.Y. in 1960. Mr. and Thomas Taggart of St. Peters- mit. volunteered to care for altar preserva- Born in Chicago, Ill., he was the munity Residents of North Carolina. Taggart relocated to Florida follow- burg, Fla.; a daughter, Lynne Young Born in Cranford, she was raised in tion with St. Bartholomew the Apostle son of Harry and Gladys Read. A Surviving are his wife, Dorothy ing his wife’s death in 1986. of Pittsford, N.Y.; six grandchildren Garwood and lived in Mountainside Church. Additionally, Mrs. Giacobbe lifelong resident of Westfield, he was Foulds Mayo of Matthews, N.C.; his He attended Washington and Lee and three great-granddaughters. for 50 years. assisted in food preparation for the a graduate of Westfield High School daughter, Pamela M. Brownlee-Coo- University, Pace Institute and the Private interment took place on Mrs. Fischer had been a medical UNICO Italian Festival held annu- and attended Union County College per, and son-in-law, Fritz Alexander Rochester Institute of Technology Saturday, November 5, 2005 at secretary for Dr. Robert Oberhand in ally at the church. and Union County Vocational-Tech- Cooper, of Charlotte, N.C.; two grand- and served in the United States Army Fairview Cemetery in Westfield. Westfield for 25 years, retiring in She was the beloved wife of the nical Schools. sons, Andrew T. Groh of Detroit, Signal Corps during World War II. Arrangements were by the Na- 1997. Earlier, she was a secretary late Frederick Giacobbe; the loving Mr. Read was retired from Eco- Mich. and Andrew J.H. Liebchen of Mr. Taggart worked with his fa- tional Cremation Society of St. Pe- with Merck in Rahway. mother of Frances G. Loneker and nomic Labs, Inc. in Piscataway. Sheffield, Mass.; a granddaughter, ther in the General Cellulose Com- tersburg, Fla. She was a member of the Our Lady her husband, Ronald A., Sr. and Diana He served his country for 10 years Margaret E.F. Brownlee of Charlotte, pany in Garwood until he moved to February 2, 2006 of Lourdes Roman Catholic Church G. West and her husband, Richard J.; as a member of the National Guard. N.C.; a step-grandson, Quentin A. Rosary Altar Society in Mountainside caring grandmother of Ronald A. Mr. Read was a member of the First Cooper, and step-granddaughter, and a past member of the Loneker, Jr., Richard West and his Church of Christ, Scientist in Westfield Faith A. Cooper, both of Charlotte, Mountainside Parent Teacher Asso- wife, Kerri, Frederick V. Loneker and since 1949 and The Mother Church in N.C., and many nieces and nephews. Community/Area News ciation, as well as a former Brownie his wife, Jill, and Laura A. Cook and Boston, Mass. He had a great love and In addition to his parents, he was and Cub Scout leader. her husband, Stephen; great-grand- devotion for his church and served in predeceased by his brother, Warren Mrs. Fischer graduated from mother of Abigail E. and Cole M. many capacities through the years. H. Mayo; his daughter, Ann Eliza- FCC Series to Begin Tonight Katharine Gibbs Secretarial School Loneker, Ryan K. and Gabrielle R. He was a member of the Westfield beth M. Groh, and his son, Jonathan in Orange. West, and sister of Carmella Mandia, Historical Society as well as the Bas- E. Mayo. Surviving are her husband of 52 Elizabeth and Florence Mattucci. set Hound Club, the Nature Conser- A memorial service was held on On Moral Decision Making years, George Fischer; a daughter, A funeral service will be held at 9 vancy and the Sierra Club. Mr. Read Tuesday, December 27, 2005 at Plan- Catherine Campbell; three sons, a.m. tomorrow, Friday, February 3, at was an avid reader and a lover of tation Estates in Matthews, N.C. In- WESTFIELD – The First Congre- encouraged to read the book, it is not George Fischer, Thomas Fischer and the Rossi Funeral Home in Scotch nature, having traveled extensively to terment will be held at a time to be gational Church of Westfield will of- necessary for attending this series. John Fischer; a brother, Joseph Plains. A Funeral Mass will be of- the national parks. An animal lover arranged by the family at Fairview fer the first installment in a four-part This program is free and open to Mallozzi, and 10 grandchildren. fered at 9:30 a.m. at St Bartholomew all his life, he is survived by his dog Cemetery in Westfield. series on ethical decision-making to- the public. Future installments in the A Mass of Christian Burial was the Apostle Church. Entombment will and faithful friend, Harry, whom he Arrangements were by Harry & night, Thursday, February 2, from series will be held on Thursdays, offered on Saturday, January 28, at be at Saint Gertrude Cemetery in adopted from St. Hubert’s Animal Bryant Co. Funeral Directors of Char- 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Dr. Mark Boyea, March 9, April 6 and May 11. For the Our Lady of Lourdes Church. Colonia. Welfare Center. lotte, N.C. senior minister, will lead the discus- further information, please call the Burial followed at Fairview Cem- Visitation will take place from 2 to A memorial service will be held at Memorial donations may be made sion in the minister’s study at 125 church office at (908) 233-2494 or etery in Westfield. 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today, Thursday, 11 a.m. on Tuesday, February 7, at the to Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Elmer Street. visit www.fccofwestfield.org. Arrangements were under the di- February 2. Gray Funeral Home, 318 East Broad Center, P.O. Box 27106, New York, Entitled “When Jesus Came to rection of the Dooley Colonial Home, Memorial contributions may be Street in Westfield. N.Y. 10087-7106. Harvard: Making Moral Choices To- First Baptist to Offer 556 Westfield Avenue in Westfield. made to the Scotch Plains Rescue February 2, 2006 February 2, 2006 day,” the series will examine the teach- Memorial contributions may be Squad, P.O. Box 325, Scotch Plains, ings of Jesus and their meaning for Kids’ Science Program made to the American Heart Associa- N.J. 07076. Michael Rotella, Sr., 81, Deputy Sheriff; how people approach the ethical de- WESTFIELD – Youngsters in tion, 2550 U.S. Highway 1, North Letters of Condolence also will be cisions they face today both individu- kindergarten through fifth grade are Brunswick, N.J. 08902-4301. accepted at [email protected]. Was Member of Church, Knights, VFW ally and as a community. invited to take part in a hands-on February 2, 2006 February 2, 2006 The talk is based on the bestselling science program entitled “God’s Michael Vincent Rotella, Sr., 81, of of Greenwood, S.C.; two brothers, book by the same title by Harvey Cox, Wonders in Science” at the First Greenwood, S.C. died on Tuesday, Carmen Rotella of Westfield and Gus professor of divinity at Harvard Di- Baptist Church, located at 170 Elm January 31, at his home. Rotella of Scotch Plains; two sisters, vinity School. While participants are Street in Westfield. Born in Westfield on September Ginny Valenti of the Bronx, N.Y. and “Space Camp,” to be held on 29, 1924, he was the son of the late Antoinette Manna of Westfield, and Men’s Ministry Plans Wednesday, February 15, will enable Anthony and Carmella Gudatta seven grandchildren. participants to explore stars, rockets, Rotella. He lived in Westfield before A Mass of Christian Burial will be Super Bowl Festivities astronauts and planets. moving to Greenwood in 1987. conducted at 2 p.m. tomorrow, Fri- SCOTCH PLAINS – The St. John’s “Under the Sea” will be offered on Mr. Rotella retired as a Deputy day, February 3, at the Our Lady of Men’s Ministry will host its second two Wednesdays, March 8 and 22. It Sheriff from the Union County Lourdes Church, with the Reverend annual Super Bowl Party on Sunday, include feature sharks, whales, Sheriff’s Department. He formerly Richard Harris officiating. Burial February 5, at 6 p.m. in Fellowship submarines and fun water activities. served as a Union County State Del- will be at Greenwood Memorial Hall at 2387 Morse Avenue in Scotch Each class is $10 and will run from egate for the Police Benevolent As- Gardens in Greenwood. Plains. 7 to 8 p.m. Classes will be taught by sociation in New Jersey. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and Tickets are $15. Children will be two certified school teachers. Pre- A United States Navy veteran of 7 to 9 p.m. today, Thursday, Febru- admitted for free with each paid adult. registration for all classes is required, World War II, he served in the Pacific ary 2, at the Blyth Funeral Home in The game will be seen on a giant to ensure enough supplies are bought. Theater and the Philippine Campaign Greenwood. screen television and snacks, appe- Interested persons are asked to on the Navy Destroyer USS Black. Memorial contributions may be tizers and refreshments will be served. respond by Friday, February 10, for He was a member of the Our Lady made to Hospice Care of the Pied- The holders of the first 100 tickets the February 15 class and by Friday, of Lourdes Catholic Church in mont, 408 W. Alexander Avenue, are eligible to win a 27-inch televi- March 3, for the March classes. Parents Greenwood, S.C., the Knights of Greenwood, S.C. 29646 or to the Our sion, a digital camera, a four-piece are welcome and encouraged to stay. Columbus and the Veterans of For- Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, luggage set, a toaster oven, a DVD/ eign Wars. 915 Mathis Road, Greenwood, S.C. VCR and other prizes. For ticket in- Singles Group Reveals Surviving are his wife, Ann Seppe 29649. For online condolences, please formation, please call the church at Rotella; five sons, Anthony Rotella visit www.blythfuneralhome.com. (908) 232-6972 or Ron Suggs at (908) February Meetings of Waterloo, S.C., Michael Rotella, Arrangements are by the Blyth 789-9663. WESTFIELD – Widowed, divorced Jr. of Plymouth, Mass., Carmen Funeral Home & Cremation Services or never married individuals are in- Rotella of Flemington, Patrick of Greenwood. Toastmasters to Meet vited to gather on Sundays, February Rotella of Warren and Joseph Rotella February 2, 2006 5, 12, 19 and 26 at 9 a.m. at the First Tonight In Westfield Baptist Church of Westfield, located WESTFIELD – Toastmasters of at 170 Elm Street. Westfield, a club offering a sup- This non-denominational discus- Hillside Cemetery portive environment for people to sion group deals with issues related practice their public speaking skills, to single living while fostering friend- will meet tonight, Thursday, Febru- ships and a sharing of experiences. ary 2, at 7:45 p.m. Coffee, cake and bagels will be served, Scotch Plains Meetings are held on the first, and a $2 donation is requested. All second and fourth Thursdays of ev- are welcome. ery month at Sunrise Assisted Liv- Group members also take part in 908.756.1729 ing, 240 Springfield Avenue in winter movie nights, picnics and holi- Dooley Funeral Service, Inc. www.hillsidecemetery.com Westfield. For more details, please day get-togethers, among other ac- visit www.toastmasters.org, call tivities. For more information, please (908) 709-4192 or email call Lil at (908) 889-4751 or Ed at Caring & Courteous Service to the [email protected]. (908) 232-4159. Cranford / Westfield Area Since 1913 MASTER Westfield N ow Offering the New MEMORIALS 556 Westfield Avenue Willow View Mausoleum, 524 Central Avenue 233-0255 Westfield, NJ (908) 233-2350 John L. Dooley A Unique Concept in Manager Memorial Properties. NJ License # 4100

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CONDRILLO Fortunately, Ms. Maier’s mother was Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times a take-charge kind of mom and after “a MOUNTAINSIDE—Ask any child little chat” with her teacher, the next “what did you learn in school today?” day it was hanging up. “I’ve never and the answer is often a universal forgotten that, and would never not “nothing.” With few exceptions, what recognize any of my students’ attempts follows any further probing usually to do their best. I think if they are doing results in the all too familiar response the best they can do, even if it isn’t “school is so boring!” Luckily for stu- perfect, that’s all that matters. I would dents in Laurie Maier’s seventh grade rather spark their interest in something science class, there are such excep- than squash it over a poorly drawn tions, and their parents couldn’t be celery stick.” happier. The spark is bright, as one of Ms. In an after school interview at the Maier’s students proclaimed at home Deerfield Middle School in recently: “You know, mom, Ms. Maier Mountainside, The Westfield Leader isn’t just a science teacher, she’s a SURVIVOR…Westfield’s Tamaques Elementary School fifth graders from Marisa OUTER SPACE…Kathy Stamberger, Robert Gardella and Audrey Zavetz, and The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times scientist.” Well, almost. In addition to Truselo’s and Michael Chodroff’s classes were inspired by the personal stories of elementary teachers at Franklin Elementary School in Westfield, pictured left to asked Ms. Maier “what’s your secret?” her position at Deerfield, Ms. Maier holocaust survivor Frida Hershkovitz who spoke to the students as part of their right, attended a one-day workshop at the Buehler Challenger and Science Center “I really love science and love to also teaches anatomy and physiology social studies curriculum. in Paramus to prepare their classrooms for a field trip to the center. teach it as well,” she said. “I try to make and bioethics at her alma mater, science relevant to the student and how Fairleigh Dickinson University. See Photos on the Web www.goleader.com it affects his everyday life.” Noting her “I do use some visuals from my col- students usually pick up on her excite- lege book for my classes at Deerfield— ment and passion for science, Ms. Maier the drawings tend to be better,” Ms. said, “When you’re excited about some- Maier acknowledged with a grin. How Do You Spell thing, they tend to rise to the occasion. Her heroes and idols include Bill My students know that I care, and that Nye, the Science Guy; James Watson S-U-C-C-E-S-S? makes them try harder. I also have a and Francis Crick (they discovered the wacky sense of humor, and another structure of DNA) and her mentor, February 2006 Events at the Westfield Memorial Library passion–ice hockey.” Judy Steinberg. Before becoming a Bedecked in her NJ Devils jersey, teacher, Ms. Maier worked for Pfizer, The Library will be closed on February 20, 2006 By BARBARA BALL a classroom list of words that stu- Supervisor of Language Arts K-8 sitting behind the desk of her science where she was involved in the Educa- dents are expected to spell correctly ADULT PROGRAMS It’s probable that most of our spell- lab, Ms. Maier told The Westfield tion Initiative. This meant helping out at all times — a list of “no excuse” school districts, promoting women in Feb 1 7:00 PM East Lynne Theater Company presents: ing memories are the same; our words — can be identified. Leader “Establishing common ground teacher put a list of spelling words to makes me approachable to the kids, science and hiring teachers for intern- Robeson through his Words and Music This list is cumulative and sequen- they see that I’m a real person—even if ships during the summer. One princi- Feb 3 1:30 PM TGIF: A Rose Is a Rose: Gertrude Stein be memorized on the board on Mon- tial, beginning with the highest use day and then we practiced them dur- I don’t like the Rangers. It gives us pal, so impressed, told Ms. Maier that Feb 7 7:00 PM Sundance Film Fest:: Girlfight word (“the”) and includes all words something to talk about when they if she ever wanted a job teaching sci- Feb 8 10:00 AM Computer Training: Your Library 24/7 ing the week. On Thursday night, our up to a number that reflects a realistic come into class.” ence in his school district, it was hers. Feb10 1:30 PM TGIF: Lincoln’s Birthday Remembered parents drilled us on the list, and on expectation for students’ age/grade. She acknowledges the support she Friday, we took the weekly spelling Demonstrating her wacky sense of Feb 14 10:00 AM Computer Training: Puzzled by the Internet I Teachers expand spelling practice to humor and love of puns, Ms. Maier received with Mrs. Steinberg, a teacher test. The test, with a star or a smiling include appropriate words culled from Feb 14 7:00 PM Sundance Film Fest:: Ruby in Paradise showed how she recently got her class in the Parsippany school district, where Feb 17 1:30 PM TGIF: Edgar Bergen face, was posted on the refrigerator what students are studying. If a 3rd Ms. Maier taught prior to coming to to remember a botany term meaning Feb 21 10:00 AM Computer Training: Puzzled by the Internet II that night. What is also entirely pos- grade class is studying American his- “one of the minute pores in the epider- Deerfield. sible is that the following week when tory in colonial times, words like mis of a leaf or stem through which The Leader and The Times also asked Feb 21 7:00 PM Sundance Film Fest:: Blood Simple some of those words appeared in our “declaration” and “independence” are gases and water vapor pass.” Ms. Maier what she recommends par- Feb 24 1:30 PM TGIF: Mardi Gras everyday writing, they were com- logical additions to word study. Raising and lowering her voice and ents do to get their children excited about Feb 28 7:00 PM Sundance Film Fest: Brothers McMullen pletely misspelled. Westfield’s teachers are looking arms in unison, she exclaimed “What’s science. “I’d say read the paper, and if CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS Rebecca, Sitton, creator of the na- forward to hearing Sitton in person; stomata with you?” Also a fan of ma- your child sees something interesting, tionally acclaimed Sitton Spelling Pro- she will work with them here in town nipulative and hands-on projects, Ms. tell them to bring it to class and we’ll talk Ongoing Programs gram, emphasizes the learning of im- at the end of March. It is expected that Maier especially enjoys teaching the about it. I tell my students there are no Feb 1, 8, 15, 22 10:00 AM Preschool Storytime OR portant words, not for a Friday test, but she will make a presentation for par- dissection portion of the curriculum, stupid questions. If I can’t answer the Feb 7, 14, 21 1:30 PM Preschool Storytime for a lifetime of spelling in the real ents as well. Look for more details which also includes the study of cells, question, or don’t have a lot of knowl- Feb 2, 9,16, 23 10:00 AM Mother Goose Group world- that is, spelling correctly in about her visit on the district’s website bacteria and fungi, heredity, plants and edge on the subject, I’ll do my best to Feb 3, 10, 17, 24 10:00 AM Baby Rhyme Time writing. Her premise is that lifelong in coming weeks. human biology. “My goal is to make explore the subject. I think it’s about Special Events spelling ability grows over time the students scientifically literate.” fostering a love of learning, even if you Feb 2 3:30 PM Intro to Money (by Commerce Bank) through skill instruction in phonics, David Koeppel Earns The Leader and The Times asked Ms. don’t have all the answers yourself.” Feb 11 10:30 AM Queen Nur’s Sweet Potato Tales word origins, spelling rules, usage, Maier about her own early days learning And why does Ms. Maier like sci- Feb 13 4:45 PM Movie: The Enormous Crocodile Dean’s List Distinction ence? “They’re always discovering new etc. and practice in everyday writing. about science. She recalled a negative Feb 14 3:30 PM Valentine’s Day Party Sitton is a former teacher in both regu- WESTFIELD – Westfield’s David experience in middle school, candidly things. For example, we know that one lar and special education classrooms Koeppel, a Syracuse University stu- admitting that she has no artistic abili- plus one will always be two; but with Feb 17 3:30 PM Book Reading: The Iron Giant who has done research on spelling dent, earned 2005 Dean’s List dis- ties. “I had made a poster showing a science, what we think may be true Feb 25 10:30 AM Tucker’s Tales: Aesop’s Fables literacy for almost three decades. tinction. David, a business major at celery stalk absorbing liquid into its cap- today may be dispelled tomorrow. I All programs are free to Westfield Memorial Library cardholders. Pre-registration or age restrictions may apply to some programs. Call the library for further information. She is an instructor for the Bureau the Martin J. Whitman School and a illaries. The teacher thought it was so love that theories can be disproved.” A of Education and Research and is a minor in Communications at the New poorly drawn that she refused to display revelation – a teacher admitting “none 550 East Broad Street, Westfield, NJ 07090 consultant for numerous school dis- House School, is currently studying it in class. It was awful. I had completed of us know everything” – may very 908-789-4090 www.wmlnj.org tricts, education agencies, and uni- abroad in London for the spring se- the project, understood it thoroughly, well be the secret to Ms. Maier’s suc- versities. Her spelling program has mester. David is the son of Judith and and did my best. I went home and cried. cess – that and the fact that she loves been integrated into school districts Jeffrey Koeppel. And then I told my mom.” Devils – as long as they’re on ice. across the country. Westfield has used the Sitton Spell- ing Program in several elementary schools for a number of years; last year it was adopted district-wide for grades 1-8. One of Sitton’s bench- marks is her belief that formalized emphasis on spelling should not end at the completion of elementary school, but needs to continue, with focus on word study, through the end of intermediate school. Students in grades 6-8 profit from exploration of Greek and Latin roots, for example, Dangerous roads. Slippery sidewalks. as a way to become proficient, life- long spellers. Sitton’s program centers on the No milk in the fridge. 1,200 words most frequently written .OTTHESAMEOLDROSES in the English language. 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By DAVID B. CORBIN a first-period takedown. Whitney tied The Cougars received 12 team Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times the score with a reversal in the second points via forfeits beginning with the Rivalries bring out the character in period but Boyd escaped. Boyd added opening weight class where Pat a team and, despite having two wres- a reversal in the third period to seal Hogan, ranked eighth in the state at tlers out of the varsity lineup, the the victory. 171-lbs, had his hand raised without Westfield High School wrestling team “I knew it was going to come down opposition at 189-lbs. Chris Bizub proved that it had the right stuff to to me. We were good childhood received a forfeit at 140-lbs. Blue pull off a 31-29 victory over visiting friends. I knew it was going to be Devil John Barnes was awarded a Cranford on January 25. The out- tough when I found out I had him,” forfeit at 112-lbs. come of the match was not decided said Boyd. “We had to step up as a Saving bonus points came into play until the final bout when Blue Devil team and that’s exactly what we did!” in several bouts. Freshman Nick Mark Boyd claimed a 5-2 decision “We knew Eric was going to give DeFraites saved the 8-2 Blue Devils a over Eric Whitney at 171-lbs. him everything he had but we knew few team points by holding veteran Going into that bout, the 6-5 Cou- Mark was a tough kid,” said Blue Jesse Hynes to an 11-1, majority de- gars held a 29-28 lead. Interestingly, Devil Head Coach Glen Kurz. “When cision at 103-lbs and Matt Shaffer, the burden for both teams rested in he’s wrestling smart, he’s tough to facing one of the Cougars’ best wres- David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times the hands of two friends. Boyd scored beat.” CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 REALLY GOING AFTER THE BALL…Blue Devils Gab O’Leary, No. 10, and Casey El Koury, No. 12, go after a loose basketball in the game against the Kearny Kardinals. The Blue Devils defeated the Kardinals, 38-19. MILLER GETS 11 PTS, 14 BOARDS; SKORGE 10 BOARDS Lady Blue Devils Turn on ‘D’, Sedate Kardinal Cagers, 38-19

By DAVID B. CORBIN the visiting, 11-5 Kearny girls in their opened the door for a 17-2 scoring Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times tracks on January 26 en route to a 38- spree in the third quarter that put the Killer defense on the part of the 12- 19 victory. This vicious badgering Blue Devils comfortably in the 5 Westfield High School girls basket- frustrated the Kardinals, including driver’s seat. ball team in the second-half stopped star shooter Martyna Ruminski, and “They are a good team. They are scrappy. It’s just that our girls wanted it a little bit more today, a lot more,” said Blue Devil Head Coach Joe Marino. “We knew if we could stop her (Ruminski) we would be fine.” Like all opponents, the Kardinals focused on containing Erin Miller, who led all scorers with 11 points, but there were six additional Blue Devils who found the net, including LeAnne Skorge who scored all six of her points after gathering offensive rebounds. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Skorge finished with six offensive TUMBLING OUT OF BOUNDS…Blue Devil Sam Reichbach, left, does a standing forward roll just outside the circle in his 119-lb bout with Cougar Jim Provence. Reichbach pinned Provence with a chin under hook in 4:41. and four defensive rebounds. “LeAnne stepped it up, her and (Katie) Cronen. They brought it to- gether and they worked hard,” said DOUGHER STRIKES FOR 14 POINTS, YOUNG SINKS 12 Marino. Miller, however, led in rebounds with 14 and in steals with nine in SP-F Raider Boys Ransack addition to contributing five assists. Point guard Gab O’Leary netted five points, six assists and a steal. Katie Cronen (6 rebounds), Casey El Koury (6 rebounds, 1 steal, 1 assist), Danielle Bergen Tech Cagers, 66-35 Infantino (5 rebounds, 1 steal, 1 as- Fred K. Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times sist) and Tara Handza all put in four By FRED LECOMTE Raider shooting attack by netting a steals) scorched the net with a three- HIGH FLYING LAY-UP…Raider forward Sean Young attacked the Bergen points. Ruminski finished with 10 Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times game-high 14 points. DJ Garrett fin- bagger and senior guard Rob Lewis, Tech Knights, netting nine of his 12 points in the first half. CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 Playing an opponent outside the ished with four points, four steals and (6 rebounds, 3 assists, 3 steals) Watchung Conference added up to an two assists. dropped in two points. Young (7 re- easy, 66-35, conquest by the Scotch “We just played hard with lots of bounds) added an under-the-basket Plains-Fanwood High School boys intensity,” said Dougher. “We trapped lay-up and a converted a foul shot basketball team over visiting Bergen a lot in the beginning and they could opening up a 13-0 run. Karl Freemyer Tech on January 28. The Raiders ex- not break them. Personally, I thought broke the spell for the Knights. Later, ercised their team quickness, physi- that I played well defensively the Lewis penetrated with a finger-roll cal dominance and dogged defense to entire game. Everyone got their con- lay-up. Bayard nailed a 2-point jumper jump to a convincing, early lead then fidence up and everyone got the op- and converted one-of-two from the sailed smoothly the rest of the way. portunity to play.” stripe to push the Raider lead to 20-8. Senior forward Sean Young scored From the onset, the Raiders at- In the second quarter, the Raiders nine of his 12 points in the first half tacked the Knights, beginning with stormed the net aggressively with and sophomore Brian Dougher (2 Dougher hitting a 3-pointer and a eight-straight points and went on to assists, 2 steals) highlighted the jumper. Junior guard Greg Bayard (3 CONTINUED ON PAGE 14

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By BRUCE JOHNSON Union Lady Farmers, 44-26 Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times The 2005-06 scholastic sports sea- 1991. With a solid group of veterans got it was a tri-meet and they barely By FRED LECOMTE not execute our offense as well as we Midway through the second quar- showed up in a loss to previously Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times should have. We did in spurts but we ter, the Farmers went on an eight- son has already seen a couple of mile- back this spring, Kapner would love to stones reached by WHS teams and/or see his team bring back the first state winless Delbarton. Union County girls’ basketball su- were not consistent and that’s what point run, led by Tatiana Javis’s six “They got too caught up in beating premacy is up for grabs and the host- coaches, and several more figure to be Group 4 championship trophy since really hurt us. Union rebounded well points, and outscored the Raiders 10- broken this spring, or before the new 1988. Madison,” Kurz said. “It was a lesson ing Scotch Plains-Fanwood High since they are taller than we are, so 8. Zazzali, off a feed from Benovengo, that hopefully they learned.” School girls proved it by startling the year (2007) comes around. Here’s a Girls basketball: No WHS girls bas- they got a lot of scores off rebounds converted a three-bagger then added look at some of them: ketball team has ever won 20 games in Apparently they did, because they higher ranked Union Farmers, 44-26, and fouls to climb back in the second a 2-pointer off a pass from Mains. FIELD HOCKEY: The team has a a season. The 1990 team, under coach came back a week ago Wednesday to on January 26. Raider guard Allie quarter. It was big for us to score first Kaye robbed the basketball and sank 299-194-98 record since becoming a Dave Shapiro, holds the record at 19- knock off Cranford 31-29, with Mark Zazzali led the uprising and all scor- in the third quarter; however, we a 2-pointer just before the buzzer. varsity sport in 1972 under then-coach 6 (the team was 18-6 in 1976 under Boyd winning the final match to pull ers with 15 points, including two 3- traded points the rest of the way. We “We came out in a full court press, Carol Donner. There have been three Greg Gorski). This year’s team was out the victory. With wins over Union pointers. managed to get some of the younger which I believe really rattled them county and four sectional titles, under 12-5 as of this writing, and awaiting and Chatham, Westfield is 10-2 and Forward Jackie Law (8 rebounds, 3 kids in there, so it was a really good while they did not have a dominant Donner (101-24-17, 2-3) and current the return to the lineup of injured looking to qualify for the state group steals) rattled the hoop with eight of win for us.” ball handler to break it, and that’s coach Maggie McFadden (172-153- Stephanie Slodyczak. Less than two tournament for the first time since her 10 points in the first quarter. Guard The Raiders put the game some- where we were getting a lot of points,” 70, 0-1). years removed from a winless season, 1996 (losing to Morris Knolls in the Lauren Mains caught the Farmers what out of reach with a 19-2 first- said Zazzali. “Offensively, we were GIRLS TENNIS: The team has a a record for W’s would be an amazing first round). off-guard via five steals. Mains also quarter run. Zazzali opened with a 3- on. We were looking for each other, 599-106 record since becoming a var- turnaround for coach Joe Marino. “That would be a great first step, to recorded 10 rebounds and bucketed pointer from left-center then followed passing to each other. They left me sity sport in 1972 under then-coach GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY: The get back to qualifying for sectionals,” six points. Guard Loni Kaye (5 re- up with a jumper. Law converted a open, they let me shoot and I took Kathy Luckey. There have been 10 girls have a 194-32 record since the Kurz said. “It’s good to be even think- bounds, 1 steal) scored six points, steal to a lay-up and added another them.” county, 14 sectional and four state program was started in 1980 under ing about it again, cause I didn’t have to and forward Lauren Benovengo (8 underneath on a great feed by Kaye. Both teams scored eight points in Group 4 titles under Luckey (358-59, Thom Hornish, the only coach in pro- add up any power points last year. It’s rebounds) netted four points. Roro Next, Kaye converted a steal to an the third quarter. Mains committed 6-10-4) and Ed Tirone (223-45, 4-4- gram history. The 200th victory will more work, but more enjoyable too.” Johnson had 10 points for Union. easy lay-up. On a turnover and a feed thievery and bucketed two baskets, 2). The team went 18-2 in 1993 in happen sometime this fall. Kurz wrestled on WHS teams that “We jumped on them early with from Mains, Zazzali hit for two. Law Zazzali and Emily Meehan pushed in Lance Wildstein’s lone season as VOLLEYBALL: A belated con- went 46-13-2 during his four years. steals and some easy baskets,” said stole again and fed Benovengo on a four points from the foul line. The coach. With Nikki Reich, Lindsay gratulations to longtime volleyball His junior year (1990), WHS went 16- Raider Head Coach Bruce Davis. lay-up. Later, Law netted another Raiders controlled the pace in the Goldberg and Lane Maloney return- coach Bev Torok, whose team went 2 and won the school’s last sectional “Then they went to man, struggled a layup and finished the run by drop- fourth quarter and outscored the Farm- ing at singles, and Kim Morawski and 18-7 last fall. She now has a 200-71 (North 2 Group 4) title. little bit and got disorganized. We did ping in 2-for-2 from the stripe. ers, 9-6. Benovengo, Kaye, Mains Meredith Kender back at doubles, plus record in 12 years as the volleyball WHOOPS and Kendra Stady each scored two girls moving up from a 12-1 jayvee coach. She also had a 75-21-1 mark as Faithful reader Jeff Gilbert of points and Kathryn DeCataldo added team, it shouldn’t take long to reach the girls swim coach from 1994-2000. Pittstown was quick to point a mistake one. No. 600. DEN TRIVIA in a recent Den that mentioned Jahn’s “The press and a lot of good steals; BASEBALL: The WHS baseball The Union County Wrestling Tour- as the place the WHS swim team used that’s what motivates us. We keep team has been in existence for over nament started in 1976. Which team to go for Awful Awful’s after winning pushing the ball up the floor and 100 years and is closing in on its won the first, six team titles? a big meet. He correctly noted that the that’s our game,” said Kaye. “We 1,000th victory. The records for the SO-SO OPENERS place was Bond’s. Jahn’s was in Union, definitely showed other newspapers early years of WHS baseball are not Whoever the new WHS football is, while Bond’s was on the Summit/ that we deserve to be ranked county likely to ever be known, as results in the chances of him opening with a Millburn border on old Route 24, down one or two because that’s how we’re The Westfield Leader and Union victory next September against Kearny the street from the old (and glorious) playing.” County Standard were sporadic, at are about 50-50, if you go by past Springfield White Diamond. best. The results that are known give history. The last 12 new coaches have SWIMMING UPDATE Union 2 10 8 6 26 Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 19 8 8 9 44 WHS a 961-743-13 record. Current a combined 6-5-1 record in their open- If the Scotch Plains-Fanwood boys coach Bob Brewster figures to reach a ing games: swim team hadn’t won the Union Raider Cagers Whip milestone this spring, as he brings a Hub Stine (1916): Tied Plainfield 0-0. County championship in 1999, end- 386-217-3 record into his 24th spring. W.A. Howe (1921): Beat Bound Brook ing WHS’s streak of 42 consecutive 40-0. Lady Cardinals, 59-49 With one of his most talented teams, Howard Batten (1923): Lost to Chattle county championships, the Blue Dev- The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High 14 wins shouldn’t take very long. (Long Branch) 13-0. ils would be going for their 50th con- School girls basketball team rolled to BOYS LACROSSE: Gerry Bob Duncan (1929): Lost to Summit 19-7. secutive title tomorrow at Elizabeth (5 its sixth-straight win with a 59-49 Benaquista got his 100th coaching Joe Freeman (1941): Beat Somerville p.m. start). The town of Westfield fig- 25-0. ures to have several individual cham- whipping of host Plainfield on Janu- victory last spring with the boys la- Fred Bradshaw (1955): Lost to Union ary 24. Allie Zazzali banged in 21 crosse team. But that included wins 26-13. pions from among WHS seniors Pat points, Jackie Law netted 14 and when he was coaching at Northern Les Zorge (1957): Beat Ferris (Jersey Daurio and Brandon Cuba, juniors P.J. Lauren Mains sank 13 for the 11-4 Highlands. His WHS record is 94-80 City) 18-13. Harley and Luke Baran, and freshman Gary Kehler (1961): Beat A.L. Johnson Chris DeLaFuente, along with Ora- Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times Raiders. and win, No. 100 for the Blue and White should come early this spring. 25-7. tory Prep senior Grant Moryan, the TOUGH AS NAILS…Raider Lauren Mains, behind Union’s No. 11, is not Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 14 7 18 20 59 Dick Zimmer (1983): Lost to Summit 17-7. intimidated by anyone in the game against the Union Farmers. Plainfield 13 6 13 17 49 BOWLING: It’s difficult to keep Ed Tranchina (1985): Beat Rahway 7-0. defending champion in the 100-yard track of dual meet wins in bowling, Jim Benedict (1994): Beat Rahway 19-6. freestyle, and ’04 champ in the 200 but WHS (and its only coach Mike Ed Tranchina (1996): Lost to Dickinson free. The county girls swim champi- Raider Hoop Boys Rip Tirone) came into this winter with a (Jersey City) 24-13. onships on Saturday morning should 296-86 record since the program be- Ironically, none of the above head be an amazing battle between WHS Union Farmers, 69-46 gan in 1982. If they’ve already won coaches was a graduate of Westfield and SP-F. The two have gone tooth The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High four this winter, a major congrats to High School. Duncan (University of and nail the past two years, and shared School boys basketball team cruised Tirone and Co. for reaching the 300 Iowa), Freeman (Rhode Island), the title last year. Scotch Plains won to a 69-46 rout of the Union Farmers milestone. Bradshaw (Illinois), Zorge (Ohio) and their dual meet back on Dec. 3, but in Union on January 26. Robert Lewis BOYS TENNIS: Look for George Tranchina (Long Island) all came from WHS placed higher at the Pirate Invi- poured in 15 points, DJ Garrett buck- (GK II) Kapner, already the school’s out of state. Stine (North Plainfield), tational (with each team missing two eted 14, Greg Bayard hit 13 and Brian winningest overall coach, to become Kehler (Hackettstown), Zimmer (Co- standouts). Dougher netted 12 for the 10-5 Raid- No. 1 on the boys tennis list this spring. lumbia) and Benedict (Governor TRIVIA ANSWER ers. With a 298-84 record in 15 seasons, Livingston) all played their school Under coach Gary Kehler, WHS Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 14 23 17 15 69 Kapner trails only Tony Berardo (312- ball in New Jersey. won from 1976-81, and also won in Union 5 10 18 13 46 52 in 15 seasons), who he replaced in HUGE WIN 1990 and ’92 under coach Don The WHS-Madison wrestling match MacDonald. Current WHS coach Glen last week was a monster win for Glen Kurz was a 1990 county champion. Kurz’s team. Down 10 points with just The Devil’s Den appears Thursday two bouts left, freshmen John Barnes in The Westfield Leader during the (112) and Sam Reichbach (119) deliv- scholastic sports season. Contact us ered pins to earn a 38-36 victory and with comments, suggestions or trivia improve WHS’s record to 7-1. Unfor- questions at [email protected]. Go tunately, the wrestlers apparently for- Devils!

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By DAVID B. CORBIN both hit four points. Deanna Overton beginning with back-to-back 3-point- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times sank 14 points and Ondya Morgan ers from Morgan and Maeston Deeb, Excessive pressure was the name of scored 13 for the Tigers. to outscore the Raiders 13-10 in the the game and the Scotch Plains- The Raiders spread the wealth in second quarter and narrow their lead Fanwood High School girls basketball rebounds with Law, Mains and to 27-21 at the half. Kathryn team applied it big time in the third Benovengo each grabbing seven and DeCataldo and Zazzali, however, neu- quarter to secure a 49-37 victory over Jaichon pulling six. Zazzali had six tralized those 3-pointers in the quar- Linden in Linden on January 28. The assists and Mains contributed four. ter with threes of their own. Pressure created confusion within the While the Tigers’ shooting hand “We started in a press and it was 7-8 Tigers’ ranks and led to a rash of turned to ice for the first five minutes working. We got some turnovers but Raider steals instigated primarily by of the opening quarter, the Raiders we got tired, then we started to get into Lauren Mains and Allie Zazzali who burned the net with an 11-0 run before some foul trouble. So, we had to back swiped four and three, respectively. Morgan finally scored a 2-pointer. out of it for a little while,” said Raider Zazzali led the 13-4 Raiders with Zazzali opened the scoring with a 3- Head Coach Bruce Davis. “They were able to score against us when we went to 2-3 (defense) because they hit a few 3-pointers. We switched back to a 3-2 Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times (defense) to take those wing shots GOING AFTER THE FAR LEG BREAKDOWN…Raider Nick Giannaci, with bandage, goes after a far leg breakdown in away. From there, they had to work the 189-lb bout with Minuteman Rich Tabor, last year’s 189-lb District 11 Champion. Giannaci won, 6-3. really hard to get something inside and we are pretty tough inside. We may not be the biggest but Law and Mains are as tough as nails.” Raider Matmen Zoom Past The Raiders pushed to a full-court press in the third quarter, making the Tigers’ paws sweaty which led to turnovers and steals. Minutemen Matmen, 39-27 “We went back to the press in the third quarter. We got more turnovers. By FRED LECOMTE wrestler that Mineo is,” said Raider Foote in 2:20 and Angelo Matias (103- We got some easy scores out of them Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times and that makes a difference,” said Head Coach John Scholz. “Sette’s lbs) pinned Gary Schardien in 3:42. Davis. The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High match, he did everything right and is At 112, Rahman Fuquan put the Min- Although the Raiders outscored the School wrestling team stopped the doing a nice job. I want to see him do utemen ahead, 27-24, by pinning Wes Tigers, 12-6, in the quarter they failed Elizabeth Minutemen, 39-27, in a couple of more takedowns and I Morrison in 1:20. Raider Mike Ferrara to capitalize even more when they hit Scotch Plains on January 25. The 11- think he needs to be more confident, (119-lbs) broke a 6-6 tie with an es- only 3-for-10 from the line. 7 Raiders won nine of 14 bouts, in- which he is every time he steps on the cape and a takedown to claim a 9-6 “We didn’t shoot very well from cluding four pins. mat. Dave puts the legs in and he win over Michael Baldoo. Raider Rob DeSiato (135-lbs) David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times the free throw line that could have put knows how to wrestle them properly.” “He was bigger and you could tell SHOOTING A LAY-UP…Raider Loni Kaye, No. 13, shoots a lay-up against the this game away a lot earlier,” said broke a 5-5 deadlock with a reversal Raider Alan Nassiri (160-lbs) suf- that he was stronger than me,” said Tigers. Kaye scored 11 points in the 49-37 victory. See another picture on page 15. Davis. then cranked Ransi Jimenez into a fered a heartbreaking, 12-9 defeat to Ferrara. “I thought about the team The Raiders’ bench proved their nearside cradle to earn a fall at 2:50. Jeffrey Norville. With the score tied over myself and went out there to 14 points, netting five in both quar- pointer followed by Mains sinking worth in the fourth quarter and played Pat Mineo (140-lbs) scored two high at 9-9 late in the third period, Norville wrestle my best because I knew if I ters of the first half and four in the both of her free throws. Kaye and even, 10-10 with the Tigers. crotch takedowns then added a go escaped and added a takedown. won it would help the team a lot.” third quarter before being allowed to Zazzali sank respective 2-pointers and “The kids who came off the bench from behind reversal on to come up “He should have beaten that kid, After Sal Gano (125-lbs) pinned become a spectator in the final quar- Benovengo hit both of her free throws did a good job,” expressed Davis. with a, 6-1decision over Erick Ogada. however he made a mistake,” com- Chinedu Eleanya in 1:00, Ricky ter to give the Raider bench an oppor- to indicate that the Raiders were on the “Those kids are starting to get a little bit Joe Sette (145-lbs) pulled out a, 5-3 mented Scholz. Olsson finished the job by bouncing tunity to play. Loni Kaye put up 11 mark from the charity line. Kaye added more of a role game-by-game. Hope- decision over Anthony Davis. Dave Raider Mike O’Neil (170-lbs) had Hang Zangenez to his back with a tilt points, Lauren Benovengo bucketed four more points and Benovengo added fully, when we get ready for the coun- DeNichilo (152-lbs) gave the Raid- a 6-2 lead but Kris Jackson squirreled in 0:49. seven points and Mains sank five two to put the Raiders ahead, 17-8, ties, if we need them, they can play.” ers an 18-0 lead when he built a 6-0 loose and pinned him with a headlock “Basically it was just a move where while Kaylan Jaichon and Jackie Law entering the second quarter. first-period lead then pinned Jason at 3:37. In a physical and exciting I could stack him up and pin him. I Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 17 10 12 10 49 Pryor in 3:24. The Tigers warmed their hands, Linden 8 13 6 10 37 bout, Nick Giannaci (189-lbs) tilted him up pretty good, got the pin Elizabeth Girls Shock “I tried to work an arm bar and grabbed a 6-3 victory over Richard and the points for the team,” said Blue Devils in Hoops Blue Devil Boys Conk turned him over. Once I got my double Tabor. With the score 3-3, Giannaci Olsson. New Photos on Web! arm bar in, it began slipping out, so I seized a second period takedown then BOUT SEQUENCE: Tasza Carter and Quinana Porter Each week photos from recent Kardinal Cagers, 68-62 sat on one of his arms with my stom- added an escape in the third period. 135: Desiato (S) p Jimenez, 2:50 bucketed 24 and 16 points, respectively, sporting events are listed on The The Westfield High School boys ach. It looked kind of funky but I “Nick asked me if he looked gassed. 140: Mineo (S) d Ogada, 6-1 to lead the Elizabeth High School girls guess it got the job done,” said I said, no. The kid’s wrestling you 145: Sette (S) d Davis, 5-3 Westfield Leader/Times website. To basketball team improved to 8-6 with 152: DeNichilo (S) p Pryor, 3:24 basketball team to a 66-55 victory over view visit www.goleader.com Click a 68-62 victory over host Kearny on DeNichilo. smart. Just come in for the shot. He’s 160: Norville (E) d Nassiri, 12-9 11-5 Westfield in Elizabeth on January photos on upper right portion then January 26. Dan Pritzker fired in nine “DeSiato, being the real tough kid showing other kids in the county that 171: Tobos (E) p O’Neil, 3:37 24. Blue Devil Erin Miller scored 16 click photos on left side and scroll of his 19 points in a 21-15 first quarter that he is, made things happen. Mineo he’s top dog,” said Scholz. 189: Giannaci (S) d Tabor, 6-3 points and Gab O’Leary netted 12 while and Ogada, I was happy they didn’t Raider Keith Baker (215-lbs) edged 215: Baker (S) d Xiacara, 3-2 to appropriated listed events. run by the Blue Devils. Hwt: Williams (E) p Foote, 2:20 Danielle Infantino and Casey El Koury RECENT LISTINGS: Tom Bonard sank 18 points, Josh bump Ogada down and let him wrestle Jose Xiacara, 3-2. 103: Matias (E) p Schardien, 3:42 each scored 11 points. Katie Cronen 06jan18-Wf-SPF-Wrestling Gerckens hit 12 and Peter Antonelli straight up because that was a really, “He needs to learn to lower his 112: Fuquan (E) p Morrison, 1:20 had five points. 06jan19-Wf-Pl-GBasketball put in 10 points. really good match. He stayed inside, level, take a couple of shots and trust 119: Ferrara (S) d Baldoo, 9-6 got some of the takedowns and, again, in himself and he’ll get it,” said Scholz. 125: Gano (S) p Eleanya, 1:00 Westfield 13 16 14 12 55 06jan21-SPF-RP-Wrestling Westfield 21 14 13 20 68 130: Olsson (S) p Zangenez, :49 Elizabeth 11 19 17 19 66 Kearny 15 11 18 18 62 it shows the class and the type of Hafis Williams clamped Raider Joe

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The quiet, tree-lined horseshoe street offers serenity and comfort . . . and is just moments from NY transportation. (052000662) Page 14 Thursday, February 2, 2006 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION WF’s PERRELLA SETS 2-MILE RECORD Raider Track Boys Grab Union County Crown The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High Viking Brian Guteri placed second in School boys accumulated 53 team the event with a time of 10:39.9 fol- points to capture the Union County lowed by Raiders Josh Zinman at Indoor track and field crown at Dunn 10:44.1 and Martin Sweeney at Center in Elizabeth on January 25. 10:57.3. Viking Mike Sprague crossed Westfield and Rahway tied for sec- sixth at 11:05.1. ond with 37 points each and Union Perrella also crossed first in the Catholic had several fine perfor- one-mile race with a time of 4:34.2, mances to finish fourth with 25 points. less than two seconds off the meet Blue Devil senior Jeff Perrella record of 4:32.4 set by Tim Styler of broke a meet record in the two-mile Cranford in 1999. Guteri finished third event, finishing in 9:54.4. The previ- with a time of 4:45.1 followed by ous mark of 10:02.0 was set by Craig Raider Adam Biner at 4:46.2 and Anderson of Cranford in 1984. UC Blue Devil Evan Friedman at 4:52.3. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Raider Kyle Rowbotham took first MAKING THE LAY-UP…Blue Devil Erin Miller, No. 11, fights off the block in the 60-yard hurdles with a time of attempt to make a lay-up against the Cardinals. Miller scored 11 points. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Perrella Wins 3,200M 7.5 followed by teammate Nehemiah MORE LIKE A SNAKE THAN COUGAR…Cougar Chris Ridente entwines Burney-Porter at 7.7. Raider Tom Blue Devil Matt Shaffer’s head in a figure-four in the 135-lb bout. Westfield At Group 4 Track Pennella placed fifth at 8.4. Raider defeated Cranford in a real thriller, 31-29. Westfield High School (WHS) sophomore Mike Alleman won the Lady Blue Devils Turn on ‘D’, senior Jeff Perrella continued to shot put with a shove of 51’5.75” and add to his list of accomplishments teammate John Badala placed third Sedate Kardinal Cagers, 38-19 by winning the 3,200-meter race with a heave of 47’3.25”. Blue Devil Matmen Unsettle with a time of 9:30.32 at the Vikings Garrett Ellis, Shariff CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 NJSIAA Group 4 championship at Stubbs, Nick Morrissey and Jon points, all in the first half. ous dogs. Ironically, the Kardinals Jadwin Gym in Princeton on Janu- Cardadeiro took top honors in the Cranford in, 31-29, Thriller Hitting free throws came very hard scored first but the Blue Devils ran ary 28. His victory earned all of the one-mile relay with a time of 3:49.1. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 for both teams in the first half. The off 10-straight points in four minutes Blue Devils’ 10 points, which The Raiders finished fifth at 3:59.7 Kardinals were 2-for-8 and the Blue to take a 25-17 lead. In the next four placed them in a tie for 10th place and the Blue Devils finished sixth at tlers, saved a few more team points by Devil Sam Reichbach ended a tight Devils went 1-for-7. The Blue Devils minutes, O’Leary sank a 2-pointer with West Orange, Plainfield and 4:03.4. Ellis also placed sixth in the holding Chris Ridente to a 16-3, ma- bout with Jim Provence by recording did find the mark from the line in the and a free throw, Skorge rolled in a East Brunswick. 440-yard run with a time of 55.8. jority decision at 135-lbs. Blue Devil a fall in 4:41, using a chin under hook. second half, hitting 6-for-8, while the lay up and Infantino nailed a smile Although not placing among the Blue Devils Kris Kagan and John Andy Castrorao did very well in a 6- Colin MacKay claimed a 4-0 shutout Kardinals were denied the opportu- provoking, 2-pointer at the buzzer to top teams, the Blue Devil girls re- Gagliano finished 3-5 in the 440 with 2 loss to Chris Cook at 160-lbs that of Cougar Frank Krove at 125-lbs nity to step to the charity line. extend the lead to 32-17. ceived several improved perfor- respective times of 2:10.8 and 2:12. allowed Cranford only a 29-28 lead and Matt Kamel tallied a three-point “Our girls were a little bit nervous Alyson Gil scored the Kardinals’ mances. Ayn Wisler turned in a Raider Biner crossed sixth at 2:12.2. entering the final bout. near-fall and a takedown in the third at first. Until they got warmed up, like only two points in the final quarter 5:36.63 effort in the 1,600 meters, Blue Devil Tyler Maccubbin cleared Blue Devil Andrew Shaffer made period to gain a 9-3 win over Rick they always do, they settled down and while Miller hit a lay-up and Handza which is the ninth-best on the WHS 5’10” to place third in the high jump. his move to compete at the 145-lb Morris at 130-lbs. Cougar Jeb Dennis made things work,” commented added a 2-pointer and two free throws. all-time list, and Rose Driscoll had Plainfield’s Reggie Dixon won the class and amassed a 19-7, majority scored a first-period takedown and a Marino. “We have been working on our the 14th-best all-time WHS time 60-yard dash with a time of 6.5. Paul decision over Steve Chencharik. near-fall and added a reversal in the Four Devils hit 2-pointers and man defense and we know, if we are of 5:45.2. Jen Danielsson’s time of Jones Burden of Rahway won the 440 “We were trying to find a couple of second period to grab a 7-3 decision Ruminski bucketed six in the first going to be competitive in the county 12:24.09 in the 3,200 meters was with a time of 55.1 and teammate more options because we are not a over Joe Corea at 152-lbs. quarter but the Kardinals outscored or in the states, we are going to have the fourth-best WHS all time and Watson Estelan won the 880 at 2:09.3. very deep team. We wanted to feel “This is the second match that we the Blue Devils in the second quarter to mix everything together. These girls Ravenna Neville’s 12:28.32 be- Kareem Anderson of Elizabeth that we could move our weights have been down a few guys. We are to knot the score 15-15 at the half. are really stepping up to the plate,” came the fifth-best all-time. cleared six feet to win the high jump. around a little bit so we could get trying to work as hard as we can and The climate changed drastically in stated Marino. MaryKate Luker got the ninth-best some other kids at 52 or 60,” ex- not give up big points. Hopefully, we WHS all-time in the 400 meters plained Shaffer. can keep the intensity, qualify for the third quarter when the Blue Dev- Kearny 6 9 2 2 19 Blue Devil Icemen Fall ils clung to the Kardinals like raven- Westfield 8 7 17 6 38 when she crossed in 1:04.98. “That gave us a little more flexibil- sectionals and win a few there,” said To Montgomery, 7-2, ity,” commented Kurz. Shaffer Experiencing difficulty turning “This was such a team effort,” said Tie MKA, 3-3 Chencharik to his back, Shaffer re- Kurz. “I spoke to the kids before the By ANDREW GOLDMAN sorted to a clinic of eight takedowns, match about seeing what kind of char- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The which included smooth head-and-arm acter they had. They answered the Times walk arounds and a powerful bell tonight!” The Westfield High School Ice fireman’s, in order to toss him to his BOUT SEQUENCE: Hockey team was defeated, 7-2, by back. 189: — Hogan (C) won forfeit White Division leader Montgom- “I was pretty much trying to get 215: — Cruikshank (W) p Wilcox, 3:11 ery, ranked 12th in the state, then anything I could,” commented Hwt: — Veca (C) d Bullek, 3-1, OT battled to a 3-3 tie against Montclair 103: — Hynes (C) md DeFreitas, 11-1 Shaffer. 112: — Barnes (W) won forfeit Kimberley Academy this past Blue Devil Steve Cruikshank rose 119: — Reichbach (W) p Provence, 4:41 week. to the challenge with a 3:11 pin over 125: — MacKay (W) d Krove, 4-0 Against Montgomery, the home Steve Wilcox, using a half nelson, at 130: — Kamel (W) Morris, 9-3 team, the Blue Devils, took a 1-0 135: — Ridente (C) md Shaffer, 16-3 215-lbs. The tightest bout of the 140: — Chris Bizub (C) won forfeit lead early and trailed only 3-2 en- evening came at heavyweight when 145: — Shaffer (W) md Chencharik, 19- tering the third period. Westfield, Cougar Dave Veca scored a takedown 7 however, took too many penalties in overtime to pull out a 3-1 decision 152: — Jeb Dennis (C) d Joe Corea, 7-3 in the third period and was unable over Zach Bullek. At 119-lbs, Blue 160: — Cook (C) d Castrorao, 6-2 to stop Montgomery who pock- 171: — Boyd (W) d Whitney, 5-2 eted four more goals for the win. Sophomore Jimmy Bender and senior Captain Sal Esposito each scored a goal for the Blue Devils. 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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, February 2, 2006 Page 15 WF Devilfish A Boys Drench St. Helen’s HS Boys Defeat Metuchen-Edison Swimmers St. Joseph’s Cagers, 89-63 The Westfield Y Devilfish boys’ A fly and the 50-back, Michael Rizzo The St. Helen’s High School boys scoring column. Bobby Molson and team drenched Metuchen-Edison Y, achieved second in the 50-fly and basketball team defeated St. Joseph’s Eric Scrudato, who contained the high 126-82. third in the 200-IM, Sean Clark got of East Millstone, 89-63, on January scoring St. Joe’s backcourt, and Scott 8-&-Unders: Jack Rose won the 50- second in the 100-free and third in the 29 in a game that saw three technical Dyer, who registered three blocked free and 25-back, Andre Benz won the 50-breast, Ryan Hobson earned sec- fouls and one ejection. shots, led the defense. Mike Manders 25-breast and took third in the 25-fly, ond in the 50-back and Matt Trinkle St. Joseph’s high scoring guards, and Dan Melillo controlled the offen- Ryan Daniel garnered first in the 25-fly placed third in the 50-fly. along with a wild crowd, made the sive and defensive boards and com- and second in the 25-breast, Angelo 13-14s: Matt Meserole won the early going difficult for St. Helen’s. bined for 14 points. Eric Scrudato Dente earned third in the 25-breast and 200-IM and the 100-back, Larry Trailing by four points midway through and Scott Dyer combined for 11points. Jordan Hickman achieved third in the Zhang achieved first in the 100-breast the second quarter, St. Helen’s senior 25-back. Daniel, Benz, Rose and Griff and 100-fly, Mike Oster placed first guard Mike Amjady hit a 3-pointer St. Helen’s 4th Tops Morgan won the 100-medley relay. in the 200-free and third in the 100- that ignited a 16-0 run leading to an 9-10s: Matt Daniel won the 100- back, Matt Morgan earned second in eight-point halftime edge for Westfield. St. Agnes Hoop Boys IM and the 50-fly, Anthony Gurrieri the 200-free and the 100-breast and St. Helen’s jumped to a 19-point St. Helens 4th grade boys basket- garnered first in the 100-free and 50- Jon Kosenick garnered second in the lead in the third quarter but St. Joe’s ball team improved to 3-0 with a 23- breast, Luke McGrory placed first in 100-back and third in the 200-IM. nailed four free throws and two 3- 14 victory over St. Agnes of Clark. Point Guard Matt Storcks led St. the 50-back and second in the 100- Meserole, Morgan, Zhang and Oster David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times pointers in the span of 30 seconds. St. IM, Max Shin garnered second in the won the 200-medley relay. STUCK…During the Scotch Plains-Fanwood/Linden High School girls basket- Helen’s took control in the final quar- Helen’s with six points. Pat Decker 100-free and 50-fly, Tyler Lessner 15-18s: Kevin Smith won the 200- ball game, Raider Lauren Benovengo’s free throw just happens to perch upon the ter behind the powerhouse drives to and Connor Finn had five and four tied Shin for second in the 50-fly and free and the 200-fly, Luke Baran basket and refuses to fall until the ref knocks it down with another basketball. the basket of Tad Walsh who buck- points, respectively. Michael Carlino got third in the 100-free, Garrett earned first in the 100-back and third eted 29 points on 13-for-23 shooting, was the top re-bounder. Williamson earned second in the 50- in the 200-free, Matt Miller garnered and a flurry of unstoppable pull up PUBLIC NOTICE breast, Aram Barmakian earned sec- second in the 200-free and the 200- St. Bart’s Men’s Softball jumpers by Woody Handza who ond in the 50-back, Daniel Myers fly, Phil Anton got second in the 100- UNION COUNTY cleared the nets for 31 points shoot- BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS placed third in the 100-IM and David breast and 100-back, Mike Fragna ing 14-of-28 from the floor. ORDINANCE NO: 623-2006 Adsit achieved third in the 50-breast. placed second in the 200-IM and Brian League Applications Due St. Helen’s shot 37-for-85 from the INTRO DATE: 1/26/2006 McGrory, Shin, Daniel and Gurrieri Pesin achieved third in the 200-IM. Applications are available for men, a please call Nick Barattucci at (908) floor, managing an unselfish shot dis- NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the won the 200-medley relay. Baran, Anton, Matt Blutfield and tribution that saw eight players in the following proposed Ordinance was intro- minimum of 30 years old, who want to 322-8649. Any players who would duced and passed on the first reading at a 11-12s: Daniel Pesin won the 50- Fragna won the 200-medley relay. join the St. Bart’s men’s softball league. like to help write weekly league ar- PUBLIC NOTICE Regular Meeting of the Board of Chosen Applications may be picked up in Scotch ticles are asked to call Dean Talcott at Freeholders of the County of Union, New Plains at Standard Pest Control or Side- (908) 322-6577 or by e-mail at TOWN OF WESTFIELD Jersey held on the 26th day of January Westfield Y B Swim Girls Beat 2006 and that said Ordinance will be taken INVITATION TO BID line Sports and in Fanwood at Family [email protected]. up for further consideration for final pas- Investors Company. For more information about the Sealed proposals will be received by the sage at a meeting of said Board to be held Metuchen-Edison Y, 107–99 League veterans should submit their league, call Commissioner Dom Town of Westfield in the Council Cham- at its meeting room in the Administration applications by February 18. After Lawrence at (908) 322-1697 or pub- bers at the Municipal building, 425 East Building, Elizabeth, New Jersey, on the Broad Street, Westfield, New Jersey on 16th day of February 2006, at 7:00 p.m., On January 21, the Westfield Y Kelsey Wilson (200-free). Cassie that date new players will be accepted licity chairman, Dean Talcott. Tuesday, February 21, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. or as soon thereafter as said matter can be girls B swim team defeated the Green touched first in the 100-back where veterans did not submit their reached, at which time and place all per- POLICE UNIFORMS FOR THE PUBLIC NOTICE sons who may be interested therein will be Metuchen-Edison Y, 107-99, to fin- and second in the 200-free, while Jill applications. WESTFIELD POLICE DE- given an opportunity to be heard concern- ish with a 4-2 record. Ceasrine placed first in the 100-fly This year will mark the league’s BOROUGH OF FANWOOD PARTMENT ing same. PLANNING BOARD 8-Under: Caroline Felix grabbed and second in the 100-breast. Leslie 28th year. The league started with Proposals must be delivered at the place A copy of this Ordinance has been posted first in the 25-fly and second in the Holt finished second in the 200-IM. four teams and has grown to 10 teams. Please take notice that on February, and before the hour mentioned in a sealed on the Bulletin Board upon which public 50-free. Hallie Rosenburgh placed Green, O’Neill, Ceasrine and Wilson Much of the league’s success can be 22, 2006 at 7:30 PM at the Fanwood envelope marked “Police Uniforms for the notices are customarily posted in the Union first in the 50-free and second in the placed first in the 200-medley relay. attributed to the fact that new teams Borough Hall, located at 75 North Martine Westfield Police Department” bearing the County Administration Building of the Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey, the Plan- name and address of the bidder, addressed County of Union and a copy is available up 25-backstroke. Shannon Pyle touched 15-18: Ruth Stoddard placed first are chosen each year during a draft ning Board will hold a hearing on the to the Town of Westfield, 425 East Broad to and including the time of such meeting first in the 25-back, as did Caroline in the 200-IM and 100-back, as did ala the NFL’s college draft. application of the undersigned. The prop- Street, Westfield, New Jersey, and must to the members of the general public of the Basil in the 25-breast. Basil also Callie Meserole (100-breast). Illene There are a few more openings for erty in question is located at: 180 Herbert be in the office of the Clerk on or before the County who shall request such copies, at touched third in the 25-back. Pyle, Goodman grabbed first in the 200- children or adults who would like to Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey, also hour named. the Office of the Clerk of the Board of known as Block 85 Lot 12, as shown on the Bids must be accompanied by a pro- Chosen Freeholders in said Administra- Basil, Felix and Emily Oster placed free and second in the 100-fly. Cathryn be paid scorekeepers. If interested, Fanwood Tax Map, owned by Stanley and posal guarantee in the form of a certified tion Building, Elizabeth, New Jersey. first in the 100-medley relay. Winchester (200-IM) and Caitlyn Margaret Biner. check, cashier’s check or bid bond in an Nicole L. Tedeschi, Clerk of the 9-10: Molly McKeown placed first Oster (200-free) took second. PUBLIC NOTICE The applicant requests Construction amount of 10% of the total bid, payable to Board of Chosen Freeholders of deck, which is in violation of Section the Town of Westfield. Each proposal in the 100-IM and 100-freestyle. Stoddard, Meserole, Goodman and TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS AN ORDINANCE SETTING 184-110E(6) of the Fanwood Land Use must be accompanied by a surety com- PLANNING BOARD FEES FOR UNION COUNTY Kaitlyn Lutz took first in the 50- Winchester finished first in the 200- Code. Variance Requested: Rear yeard pany certification stating that the said PARK FACILITIES FOR THE backstroke and third in the 100-free. medley relay. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the setback; Permitted: 25 feet; Present: 29.05 Surety Company will provide the bidder YEAR 2006 Gemma Larche touched first in the Planning Board of the Township of Scotch feet; Proposed: 19.5 feet. with the required performance bond in the 50-fly and third in the 50-back, while Debbie Hall Gets 2nd Plains will hold a Public Hearing on Febru- The applicant will also seek such other full amount to be contracted. BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Cho- ary 13, 2006, in the Municipal Building, relief as may be determined necessary at Bidders must be in compliance with all sen Freeholders of the County of Union as Amy West took second in the 100- 430 Park Avenue at 8:00 p.m. in Council the public hearing based upon review of provisions of Chapter 127 pl 1975 supple- follows: free and 50-fly. Kyla Gargiulo placed In Half-Marathon Chambers to hear the application of the the application or amendment(s) to the ment for the law against discrimination 1. That the schedule of fees attached third in the 100-IM. Westfielder Debbie Hall captured County of Union and Green Meadows application. (Affirmative Action). Bidders statement of hereto are hereby adopted as the official 11-12: Lizzie Stellar placed first in second place in her age group at the Children’s Farm Co. for 1600 Cooper Road, The file pertaining to this application ownership, as required by Chapter 33 of fees for the use of all County Park Facili- New York Road Runners Half-Mara- Block 12201, Lots 3, 27.7 and 28 (formerly is available for public inspection during the Public Laws of 1977, must be submit- ties. the 200-IM and 50-fly. Katie Yamano Ponderosa Farm) which proposes to lease normal business hours (9 AM - 2 PM) from ted with all bids. 2. That this Ordinance shall take effect touched first in the 100-free and sec- thon Grand Prix in Manhattan on the farm with farm-related exhibits. As the the Secretary of the Planning Board at the Bidders must submit valid State of New at the time and manner provided by law. ond in the 50-back. Kayla Krasnoo January 28. property is owned by the County of Union, Administration Office of the Borough of Jersey Business Registration Certificate. 3. That the Clerk of the Board be and is (50-breast) and Anastasia Hall had a finish time of 1 hour, 31 the hearing is a courtesy review for citizen Fanwood at 75 North Martine Avenue, Specifications and proposal forms may hereby authorized and directed to publish minutes and 24 seconds, landing her input and municipality questions and com- Fanwood, New Jersey. be examined and picked up at the Town of the required notice in the appropriate news- Bogdanovski (50 back) touched first. ments. Any interested party may appear at Westfield, Purchasing Agent, 425 East paper of such introduction and of a public Meghan Bachmann placed second in 20th among all women in the race. All interested persons may be present said hearing and participate therein in Broad Street, Westfield, New Jersey hearing on February 16, 2006 and shall the 100-free. Amanda Sovany, The event was a 13.1-mile race and and be heard. The file pertaining to this accordance with the rules of the Fanwood 07090, Monday through Friday between forward one certified copy, upon final pas- Krasnoo, Stellar and Bogdanovski Hall’s pace was 6:57 per mile. application is in the Office of the Planning Planning Board. the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. sage, to each Clerk of all Municipalities The event drew nearly 3,500 run- Board and is available for public inspec- Applicant: The Mayor and Council reserve the right located within the County of Union. placed first in the 200-medley relay. tion during regular office hours. Stanley and Margaret Biner to reject any and all bids, also waive any 4. That the plans pertinent to this Ordi- 13-14: Kathleen O’Neill placed first ners to Central Park and was the first Barbara Horev 180 Herbert Avenue informality if it is deemed advisable so to nance are on file in the Clerk of the Board’s in the 200-IM and 100-breast, as did half-marathon of 2006. Secretary to the Planning Board Fanwood, New Jersey 07023 do. Office. 1 T - 2/2/06, The Times Fee: $22.44 1 T - 2/2/06, The Times Fee: $37.17 1 T - 2/2/06, The Leader Fee: $42.33 1 T - 2/2/06, The Leader Fee: $49.98

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Mobility Broker Network © 2006 Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation. Coldwell Banker® is a registered trademark licensed to Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Owned and Operated by NRT Incorporated. Page 16 Thursday, February 2, 2006 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION WF ‘Y’ B Swim Boys Defeat FSPY Gymnasts Earn Awards Bayonne Swim Boys, 106–102 At Madison Area ‘Y’ Meet On January 21, the Westfield Y boys in the 50-breast and second in the The Fanwood-Scotch Plains Among the six veteran gymnasts B swim team defeated the Bayonne Y 100-free, while Aris Pshojos placed YMCA (FSPY) A and B Division competing in the 13 and over age boys swim team, and concluded their third in the 100-free and 50-back. gymnastics teams earned a number of group, Hannah Kronick placed first dual meet season with a 3-3 record. Robert Lockatelli (50-fly) and by top awards in a meet at the Madison all-around, third on uneven bars and 8-and-under: Owen Colwell placed Chris Morrissey (200-IM) finished Area Y on January 15. fourth on vault, balance beam and first in the 25-fly and third in the 25- third. 13-and-under: At the A Division floor exercise. Kristen Schmicker, back. Nick Cannone touched first in 13 and 14: Dorian Bogdanovski level, Samantha Mazzucco earned who placed third all-around, placed the 25-breast and second in the 50- touched first in the 200-IM and 100- third on vault and uneven bars, while first on floor exercise and second on free. Tomasso Wagner placed second fly, while Carson Foley placed first Sarah VanBuskirk placed fourth all- vault. Allison Zeller earned fourth for in the 25-back. in the 200-free and second in the around. her all-around performance. Victoria 9-10: Stephen Husch grabbed first 100-back. Colin Terwelp placed first 14-and-over: Gina Pelosi (A Divi- Shack placed third on balance beam, in the 100-free and 50-breast. Tommy in the 100-back and second in the sion) placed second all-around, took posting a personal high score. Kelsey Pyle placed first in the 50-fly and 200-IM. Kyle Eipel placed second first on vault and floor exercise, third Herbig competed in three events, second in the 50-back, while Connor in the 200-free and Connor Jennings on balance beam and fourth on un- putting in a particularly strong show- Moore touched first in the 50-back finished second in the 100-fly. even bars. Jenna Skoller placed sec- ing on vault, while Allison Lasher and second in the 200-IM. Ryan Tho- 15-18: Brian Hart took first in the ond on the uneven bars and fourth on performed solidly on vault and un- mas (100-free and 50-breast) and 100-back and second in the 200- Alonza Klopfer – Champion Gymnast vault, balance beam and all-around. even bars. George Ye (50-fly) placed third. free. Brian Carr placed first in the Open Registration is currently un- Moore, Thomas, Pyle and Husch Patty Matejek placed second on bal- 200-IM and second in the 100-fly. GW First Grader Wins NJ State Championship ance beam. derway at the F-SPY for the Early placed first in the 200-medley relay. Justin Lo recorded second place fin- Spring Session. The gymnastics pro- 11-12: Jonathin Drori placed first 12-and-under (B Division): Katie ishes in the 100-breast and 100-back. GARWOOD – Alonza Klopfer, 6, a first grader at Lincoln School in Buchbinder, Kaitlyn Frey, Lisa gram includes parent-toddler and pre- Garwood, captured the title of state championship in the USA Gymnastics Jr. PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Matrale and Alexa Uvino competed school classes, as well as progressive Women’s Olympic level 4 competition. She took first place in every event skills classes for school-age girls. NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION for the first time. Buchbinder grabbed (bars, floor, beam and vault) and tied the state record on floor with a 9.55 in first on balance beam. Alivia DeMaria Baton twirling, cheerleading and DIVISION OF PROCUREMENT, BUREAU OF CONSTRUCTION SERVICES the six-year-old category and won the best all-around with a score of 37.975. 1035 PARKWAY AVENUE, PO BOX 605 earned second all-around, as well as birthday parties are also offered. For TRENTON, NEW JERSEY 08625 This win will make the fifth consecutive all-around title she has earned first on floor exercise, third on vault more information, call (908) 889- in this year’s competition season. Alonza trains in Union at Sunburst SEALED BIDS will be received from bidders classified under N.J.S.A. 27:7-35.1 et and fourth on uneven bars. Olivia 8880. seq.; in the NJDOT MULTIPURPOSE ROOM, New Jersey Department of Transporta- Gymnastic and is coached by a husband/wife team: Iva Krmelove, a 1988 Dunham took fourth on vault. tion, 1035 Parkway Avenue, Trenton, New Jersey 08625; until 10:00 A.M. on 3/2/06 and Olympian and Czechoslovakian National Champion, and Paul Lakomy, opened and read for: who competed in multiple National and World Championships for the PUBLIC NOTICE Route 82/County Route 629 (Morris Avenue), Cont. No: 001950174, Streetscape Czech Republic. and Intersection Improvements; From Lousons Road to Orchard Street, Alonza will now begin training as a level 5 gymnast. TOWN OF WESTFIELD Township of Union & City of Elizabeth, Union County BOARD OF EDUCATION Federal Project No: STP-7528 NOTICE TO BIDDERS DP NO: 05161 Sealed proposals will be received by the Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of P.L. 1975, C.127 N.J.A.C. WF Devilfish ‘A’ Girls Lose Board of Education of the Westfield School 17:27. District, Union County, New Jersey, at the Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:32-44, For Federal aided projects; bidders must register with Board of Education, 302 Elm Street, the New Jersey Department of Treasury, Division of Revenue, prior to the time of contract Westfield, New Jersey, for the following execution. Appropriate proof of registration should be provided to NJDOT as soon as To Raritan Valley, 105-103 supplies, equipment or services: possible after receipt of the Notice of Award. Pursuant to the “Public Works Contractor Registration Act”, N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.48 et The Westfield Area Y girls’ A Dev- third in 200-IM, Kyle Higgins got BID FOR: seq. (P.L. 2003, c. 91), bidders must register with the New Jersey Department of Labor, ilfish swim team was nipped, 105- second in 200-free and Becky Krakora B07-02 ATHLETIC SUPPLIES, Division of Wage and Hour Compliance. EQUIPMENT AND UNIFORMS FOR The Department, in accordance with Title VI Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252 103, by the Raritan Valley Y. touched third in 100-breast. THE 2006-2007 SCHOOL YEAR 15-18s: Kate Kosenick captured 11-12s: Olivia Scrofani captured U.S.C., 49 C.F.R., Parts 21 and 23 issued pursuant to such Act, and Section 504 of the BIDS DUE: Lauren Ross – Top 16 Rehabilitation Act of 1973 will afford minority business enterprises full opportunity to first in the 100-backstroke and third first in 200-IM and second in 50-fly, FEBRUARY 27, 2006 AT 2:00 PM submit bids in response to this invitation and will not discriminate against any bidder on in the 200-butterfly, Katie Morgan Alison Rose got first in 50-back and The bids will be received at the Admin- the grounds of race, color, sex, national origin, or handicap in the contract award. got second in 200-Individual Medley third in 50-breast, Margo Fleschler Drawings and specifications for the proposed work are available at Bid Express istration Building, 302 Elm Street, WF Swimmer Earns website www.bidx.com. You must subscribe to use this service. To subscribe follow the (IM) and third in 200-freestyle, Kate took first in 50-breast, Sumner Tho- Westfield, New Jersey 07090, on the date instructions on the website. The fee is $35.00 per month for unlimited access to view and Johnson took third in 200-back and mas got second in 200-IM and 200- and at the time indicated, and then publicly Top 16 Ranking download the documents and additional $95.00 per month for unlimited access to Lauren McCurdy got third in 100- Free, Kyle Bangs landed third in 50- opened and read aloud. Bids must be in strict compliance with Lauren Ross, 13, of Westfield, download the plans, directly payable to Bid Express. breaststroke. back and Caitlin English got third in Drawings, special provisions, and bid documents may be inspected (BUT NOT specifications. Specifications may be se- who swims for the Berkeley Aquatic OBTAINED) by contracting organizations at our various Design Field Offices at the 13-14s: Elaine Anderson grabbed 100-free. cured from, Purchasing Office 302 Elm Street, Westfield, New Jersey 07090 (908) Club, achieved USA Swimming following locations: second in 200-IM and 100-breast, 9-10s: Rebecca Zhang grabbed first Long Course Sectional times in the 200 Stierli Court Route 79 and Daniels Way 1 Executive Campus Rt 70 Suzanne Lemberg got second in 100- in 100-IM and 50-breast, Audrey 789-4407. Bids must be made on the proposal forms in the manner designated. 400-meter freestyle (4:36.95) and Mt. Arlington, NJ Freehold, NJ Cherry Hill, NJ fly and third in 200-free, Meredith Bangs got first in 50-back and third in 973-770-5141 732-308-4025 856-486-6624 Proposals must be endorsed on the out- 800-meter freestyle (9:31.62) at the 3 T - 1/26/06, 2/2/06 and 2/9/06, The Leader Fee: $205.02 Smith took second in 100-back and 100-IM, Carly Whitmer took first in side of the sealed envelope, with the name of the bidder, the bidder’s address and Burgdorff-ERA Long Course Invi- 50-fly and third in 100-free, Alexan- tational Swim Meet held January dria Korba got second in 100-free and the name of the supplies, equipment, or services for which the bid is submitted. It is 13-15 at the Sonny Werblin Recre- 50-back, Catherine Kerr touched sec- understood and agreed that proposals may ation Center at Rutgers University. ond in 50-fly and Erika Daniel got be delivered before the time or at the place specified for opening. The Board of Edu- Lauren, an eighth-grader at third in 50-breast. Roosevelt Intermediate School, also 8Us: Katherine Duffy captured first cation assumes no responsibility for bids mailed or misdirected in delivery. swam a Short Course Sectional time in 50-free and 25-back, Johanna The Board of Education of the Town of in the 1650-yard freestyle (17:49.84) Mermer got first in 25-breast, Westfield, in Union County, New Jersey, reserves the right to accept or reject any at the Star Invitational Swim Meet Courtney Day took second in 50-free held December 8-11 at Erie Com- and third in 25-fly and Julia Myers and/or all bids for the whole or any part and waive any informalities in the interest of munity College in Buffalo, New got third in 25-back. the Board of Education. No bid may be York. Lauren will be competing at withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) days PUBLIC NOTICE after the date set for the opening thereof. the Short Course Sectional meet at Bidding shall be in conformance with the Harvard University, March 9-12. She TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS applicable requirements of ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT was recognized this past fall by USA N.J.S.A.18A:18A-1 et.seq., pertaining to Swimming for swimming the 15th NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that at the the “Public School Contracts Law”. Special Meeting of the Zoning Board of Bidders are required to comply with the fastest time in the nation for 11-12 Adjustment of the Township of Scotch requirements of Affirmative Action Regu- year-old girls in the 1,000-yard Plains held on January 19, 2006, the fol- lations of P.L. 1975, C.127, (NJAC 17:27). freestyle during the 2004-2005 sea- lowing decision of the Board was memori- BIDDERS NOTE: Each bid shall be son and is 76th on the All Time Top alized: accompanied by a bid bond, cashier’s Denied a Variance for minimum lot size check or certified check made payable to 100 11-12 age group list in this to Mark Lustbader a/k/a Hub Realty, the Westfield Board of Education, for ten event. 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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, February 2, 2006 Page 17 Amanda Berry to Read Her Teen Arts Festival www.goleader.com NJPAC Extends Deadline Needs Volunteers PUBLIC NOTICE CRANFORD – The Union TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS For ‘Young Artist Search’ Poetry at Kuran Arts Center County Teen Arts Festival, spon- PLANNING BOARD sored by the Union County Board NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the AREA – The New Jersey Perform- metro area auditioned during the tal- FANWOOD – The Fanwood Arts Amanda Berry’s first chapbook, en- of Chosen Freeholders and the Di- Planning Board of the Township of Scotch ing Arts Center (NJPAC) has ex- ent search weekend. Council has announced that the first titled “Second Sight,” with a reading Plains will hold a Public Hearing on Febru- vision of Cultural and Heritage Af- ary 13, 2006, Municipal Building, 430 Park tended to Wednesday, February 15 Auditions will be held for Wachovia Carriage House Poetry reading of by Ms. Berry. Finishing Line Press of fairs in the Department of Eco- Avenue at 8:00 pm in Council Chambers the final deadline for young per- Jazz for Teens, the Summer Youth Per- 2006 would take place on Thursday, Georgetown, Ky. published “Second nomic Development, is a two-day to hear the application from the County of formers to register to audition in the formance Workshop, the Jeffrey Carollo February 16, at 8 p.m. in the Patricia Sight” in December. Ms. Berry’s po- celebration of the arts held annu- Union and Omni Point Communications, fifth annual NJPAC “Young Artist Music Scholarship, The Star-Ledger Kuran Arts Center located on Watson ems have appeared in Birmingham Inc. for 2371 South Avenue, Block 8302, ally at Union County College in Lot 1 which proposes to construct a 150 Talent Search” for placement in its Scholarship for the Performing Arts Road, off Martine Avenue, on the Poetry Review, Edison Literary Re- Cranford. The event, scheduled for foot monopole, antennas at the top and intensive arts training programs in and the Young Artist Institute. grounds of Fanwood Borough Hall. view, English Journal, and in the Thursday and Friday, March 16 and related ground equipment. As the prop- vocal and instrumental music, act- Preliminary auditions will also be The free event will celebrate the online literary journal Identity Theory 17, is open to all students from erty is owned by the County of Union, the ing and dance. held for the NJPAC/WYACT (Westfield recent publication of Garwood poet (identitytheory.com). Her work has hearing is a courtesy review for citizen and public, private and parochial middle municipality questions and comments. Applications postmarked between Young Artists Cooperative Theatre) also appeared in the anthology and high schools in Union County. All interested persons may be present Thursday, February 2 and Wednes- Summer Musical Program production SP’s Dornbush Earns Monmouth County: A Poetic Portrait. For more information, contact the and be heard. The file pertaining to this day, February 15 must be accompa- of Ragtime. Detailed information about She has been a featured reader at the Union County Division of Cultural application is in the Office of the Planning nied by a $20 fee. Audition applica- each of these programs may be ob- Dean’s List Status Barron Arts Center in Woodbridge, in Board and is available for public inspec- and Heritage Affairs at 633 Pearl tion during regular office hours. tions may be obtained online at tained by calling the Young Artist Tal- SCOTCH PLAINS – Muhlenberg the Poets Wednesday Series and at Street, Elizabeth, call (908) 558-2550 Barbara Horev www.njpac.org or by calling the ent Search Hotline at (973) 353-8009, College has announced that Jodi Watchung Booksellers in Montclair. or e-mail [email protected]. Secretary to the Planning Board Young Artist Talent Search Hotline, or online at www.njpac.org. Dornbush of Scotch Plains attained She has also read at the Red Bank 1 T - 2/2/06, The Times Fee: $21.42 (973) 353-8009. Dean’s List status for the fall semes- Public Library and for the Delaware Auditions for more than 250 open- Sams Achieves Dean’s ter of 2005. Valley Poets series at Barnes and Noble ings in six arts training programs are Students must earn a minimum of a in Princeton. Ms. Berry taught reli- scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, List Status at Florida 3.5 grade point average (4.0 scale) to gion and humanities courses at March 25 and March 26, at the Lu- SCOTCH PLAINS – Scotch attain Dean’s List status. Jodi, a se- Rutgers, Kean and Drew Universities cent Technologies Center for Arts Plains’ Juliana Sams has achieved nior at Muhlenberg, is majoring in for several years. Education on the NJPAC site in New- Dean’s List status at the University psychology. She now teaches eighth-grade En- ark. Last year, nearly 700 young art- of Florida for the 2005 fall semes- She is the daughter of Mr. and glish at Kent Place School in Summit. ists from the state and throughout the ter. Mrs. Kenneth Dornbush of Scotch Copies of Ms. Berry’s chapbook Juliana graduated from Scotch Plains and is a graduate of Rutgers will be available for sale. An open Westfield’s Nanna Plains-Fanwood High School in June Prep. reading will follow the feature, and of 2004 and is currently a sopho- guests are invited to bring one of their Wins Panera Contest more at the University of Florida in Jeffrey Hogan Named own poems to read. Admission is WESTFIELD – Jonathan Nanna, Gainesville, Fla. Juliana’s parents, free. For more information, call Adele 11, of Westfield has been selected as Joan and Barry, reside in Scotch To Marist Dean’s List Kenny at (908) 889-7223. the grand prizewinner of the first an- Plains. WESTFIELD – Jeffrey Hogan, the PUBLIC NOTICE nual “Art That’s Good Enough To son of Lucretia and Edward Hogan of Eat” contest. Artists’ Showcase Westfield, has been named to the SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD Jonathan’s entry, entitled “Panera Dean’s List at Marist College in BOARD OF EDUCATION On Tap at Library NOTICE TO BIDDERS to the Rescue,” landed the top prize of Poughkeepsie, N.Y. for the 2005 fall Westfield . . . Completely updated 4 bedroom Tudor with new Cherry and $5,000 during a private ceremony MOUNTAINSIDE – The first an- semester. Sealed proposals will be received by the Corian Kitchen & Family Room off the elegant Formal Dining Room. Truly with representatives from the Fenwick nual Artists’ Showcase, sponsored by A student must achieve a 3.4 Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of Educa- tion, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, in the move-in condition with central air and a finished rec-room in the basement. Group, owner and operator of 30 the Friends of the Mountainside Pub- grade point average (on a 4.0 scale) Board of Education office, Evergreen Av- Walk to schools, town and NYC transportation. Asking $749,900 Panera Bread bakery-cafés through- lic Library, will be held on Sunday, in order to receive this recogni- enue and Cedar Street, Scotch Plains, out Northern and Central New Jersey February 12, from noon to 4 p.m. at tion. New Jersey 07076, at 10:00 A.M. (Pre- including Westfield, and the Com- the library. Jeffrey, a freshman majoring in vailing Time) on February 21, 2006 at which time bids will be opened and read munity FoodBank of New Jersey in This event will provide visitors with communications, is a graduate of aloud for: Hillside. an opportunity to view and purchase Westfield High School. “CONTRACT 2006-1 SITEWORK AT The contest, open to third-, fourth- art works created by local artists in a BASEBALL FIELD” and fifth-graders, encouraged chil- relaxed atmosphere. All the works PUBLIC NOTICE “CONTRACT 2006-2 OUTFIELD FENC- dren to create food-inspired artwork are described as original, one-of-a- TOWN OF WESTFIELD ING AT BASEBALL FIELD” for a chance to earn cash prizes, while kind pieces and include oils, acrylics, BOARD OF EDUCATION “CONTRACT 2006-3 DRAINAGE WORK AT BASEBALL FIELD” supporting the Community watercolors, photography, sculpture NOTICE TO BIDDERS FoodBank’s fight against hunger at and mixed media, among others. Art- Plans and Specifications will be avail- Sealed proposals will be received by the able on February 2, 2006 the same time. ists from a three-county area, includ- Board of Education of the Westfield School Plans, specifications, form of bid, con- In addition to taking home a $250 ing Union, Essex and Middlesex District, Union County, New Jersey, at the tract and bond for the proposed work and cash prize and a matching donating in Counties, will be represented. Board of Education, 302 Elm Street, other contract documents thereto, as pre- Westfield, New Jersey, for the following pared by M. Disko Associates, are on file their names to the Community Admission is free. Ample parking supplies, equipment or services: FoodBank, each local winner became will be available and refreshments in their offices at 151 Sumner Avenue, BID FOR: Kenilworth, New Jersey 07033, and may a finalist in the grand prize round. will be served to those in attendance. B07-01 INDUSTRIAL ART SUPPLIES be examined at the office of M. Disko Concurrent with the awarding of A highlight of the Artists’ Showcase FOR THE 2006-2007 SCHOOL YEAR Associates during normal business hours. these prizes, Panera Bread made a will be a silent auction featuring fine art Bidders will be furnished with a copy of BIDS DUE: the Plans and Specifications by the Engi- donation of $7,500 of to the Commu- works donated by the participating art- FEBRUARY 27, 2006 AT 1:00 PM neer, upon proper notice and payment of Westfield . . . Meticulously maintained colonial in one of Westfield’s finest nity FoodBank in honor of the con- ists. The Mountainside Library is lo- The bids will be received at the Admin- a check for Seventy-five ($ 75.00.) dol- neighborhoods. 3 bedrooms, 2 ½ baths with a master suite, central air, clusion of the contest. In late 2005, cated at Constitution Plaza in istration Building, 302 Elm Street, lars, payable to M. DISKO ASSOCIATES, finished basement and a 2 car garage. Asking $825,000. Call John Wiley for the company pledged an additional Mountainside. For more information, Westfield, New Jersey 07090, on the date said cost being the reproduction price of and at the time indicated, and then publicly the documents and is not returnable. a private showing at (908) 812-3000. $75,000 to help support the please call the library at (908) 233-0115. Proposal forms (as contained in the FoodBank’s holiday drive. opened and read aloud. PUBLIC NOTICE Bids must be in strict compliance with Specifications) provide for the awarding of PUBLIC NOTICE specifications. Specifications may be se- all the work to the lowest qualified bidder BOROUGH OF FANWOOD cured from, Purchasing Office 302 Elm for each separate contract. BOROUGH OF FANWOOD PLANNING BOARD Street, Westfield, New Jersey 07090 (908) The guaranty accompanying the bid shall PLANNING BOARD 789-4407. Bids must be made on the be given in the amount of ten percent Notice is hereby given that the PLAN- (10%) of the bid and may be given at the The Planning Board of the Borough of proposal forms in the manner designated. NING BOARD OF THE BOROUGH OF option of the bidder by a Certified Check or Fanwood has scheduled a Special Meet- Proposals must be endorsed on the out- FANWOOD after public hearing on Janu- Bid Bond from a reputable insurance com- ing for Monday, February 13th at 7:30 PM side of the sealed envelope, with the name ary 25, 2006 granted approval for vari- pany. to be held at Fanwood Borough Hall, Mayor of the bidder, the bidder’s address and ances allowing Joseph Dimino and Patricia All bidders must be prequalified in ac- and Council Chambers, 75 North Martine the name of the supplies, equipment, or Jansen to erect an addition to the resi- cordance with Chapter 105, Laws of 1962, Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey at 7:30 services for which the bid is submitted. It dence located at 145 Forest Road being as amended by Chapter 188, Laws of PM. The purpose of the meeting is a is understood and agreed that proposals Block 17, Lot 7. 1968 as set forth in Instructions to Bidders. hearing for the Downtown Redevelopment may be delivered before the time or at the Documents pertaining to this applica- Labor in connection with the project shall application for the property at Block 64, place specified for opening. The Board of tion are available for public inspection at be paid not less than wages as listed in Lots 17, 18, 19 & 20, 225 LaGrande Av- Education assumes no responsibility for Borough Hall during normal business Prevailing Wage Rate Determination pur- enue, Fanwood, New Jersey. bids mailed or misdirected in delivery. hours. suant to Chapter 150 of the New Jersey Official action may be taken. The Board of Education of the Town of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Jansen-Dimino Laws of 1963, or the U. S. Department of Pat Hoynes Westfield, in Union County, New Jersey, 145 Forest Road Labor Wage Determinations, whichever Planning Board Secretary reserves the right to accept or reject any Fanwood, New Jersey 07023 are higher for each class of labor. 1 T - 2/2/06, The Times Fee: $15.81 1 T - 2/2/06, The Times Fee: $16.83 and/or all bids for the whole or any part and waive any informalities in the interest of Bidders are required to comply with the PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE the Board of Education. No bid may be requirements of PL 1975, C. 127 (NJAC withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) days 17:27). SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD BOARD OF EDUCATION after the date set for the opening thereof. Bids may be held by the Board of Educa- Kenilworth . . . Commercial Property. Quality construction with state-of-the- NOTICE OF MEETINGS Bidding shall be in conformance with the tion for a period not to exceed sixty (60) art heating, plumbing, electrical, cooling. Each suite has a private bathroom, (In Compliance with OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT - Chapter 231) applicable requirements of days from the date of the opening of Bids janitor closet, and utility room with instant hot water. Offered at $819,000 *ADDENDUM TO REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETINGS* N.J.S.A.18A:18A-1 et.seq., pertaining to for the purpose of reviewing the bids and the “Public School Contracts Law”. investigating the qualifi-cations of bidders, TYPE OF MEETING: Budget Review Meeting Bidders are required to comply with the prior to awarding of the Contract. DATE OF MEETING: Thursday, March 2, 2006 requirements of Affirmative Action Regu- The Board of Education reserves the John C. Wiley lations of P.L. 1975, C.127, (NJAC 17:27). right to reject any or all bids if in its judg- LOCATION: Administration Building Sales Associate BIDDERS NOTE: Each bid shall be ment the public interest will be served by Evergreen Avenue & Cedar Street accompanied by a bid bond, cashier’s so doing. 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Smith sees in this wood nymph’s the golden door!’” – so wrote poet Also on the program for the Febru- This is a great story, an important eyes the potential of his perfection. Emma Lazarus in 1883, imagining ary 11 concert, entitled “My Musical story. It’s just too bad that the elusive She sees in his tacit rebellion and the words with which the Statue of Valentine,” are Leonard Bernstein’s Terrence Malick, referred to by some questioning the nobility man is ca- Liberty would welcome immigrants Overture to Candide and Sergei as the J.D. Salinger of film, didn’t pable of achieving. to America. Prokofiev’s Romeo & Juliette sym- make The New World a little less of a Then, the first shots are fired, and Her sonnet, “The New Colossus,” phonic suite. showpiece and a bit more accessible. once again Paradise is lost. While has stood at the pedestal of the statue “The Prokofiev suite is one of the Then it might have been an equally out-and-out warfare doesn’t immedi- since 1903. On February 11, the most beautiful, powerful romantic great movie. ately erupt between both civilizations, Westfield Symphony Orchestra pieces of the 19th century,” Mr. Wroe The potential is all there. The re- uncertainty and danger become the (WSO) will premiere a unique musi- said. “And the Candide is a fun con- counting of the legendary love affair watchwords. cal work that takes the sonnet as its trast – its story is a farcical romantic between Pocahontas and John Smith To add fuel to the fire of growing theme. comedy of sorts.” is worth seeing…eventually. That is, discontent, the colonists aren’t faring WSO conductor David Wroe con- “It is no coincidence that we are when it comes out on DVD, in the very well in their attempted acclima- ceived the concept for “New Colos- premiering ‘New Colossus’ on this comfort of your den, when the rigors tion. Food is running short and they sus” about a year ago – “I wanted to Valentine’s Day-weekend concert,” of a rather methodical, two hours plus haven’t quite learned how to live off find some theme that had both a uni- he said. “The poem is ultimately about picture aren’t quite so challenging. the new land. And with this and other versal statement and local expres- care, love and a physical, spiritual, He had a chance to wow us. A needs pressing, many are soon back sion,” he said, explaining the idea that philosophical home for the world’s startling breakaway from the to their Old World ways. Greed and led to an ambitious project made pos- people. Love is a huge theme in all filmmaker’s usual, pause-pregnant, avarice return in full supply; the ini- GOOD ENOUGH TO EAT…Panera Bread’s “Art That’s Good Enough to Eat” sible by a grant from the Dodge Foun- these works.” philosophical foray into the far tial optimism dwindles. dation and the National Endowment “The music for this program has reaches of practically everything un- Still, boiled down to its essence, contest grand prize winner Jonathan Nanna of Westfield holds his winning picture with Community Food Bank of New Jersey Director Kathleen DiChiara for the Arts. been deliberately picked to embrace der the sun might have been just the Pocahontas remains steadfast and and Panera franchise owner Jim Nawn. Jonathan’s artwork was chosen out of Mr. Wroe broke the text of Ms. pop elements and idioms,” he said, ticket. But no such luck. Mr. Malick’s pure, emblematic of the true roman- close to 2,000 entries to win the top prize of $5,000. Panera Bread also donated Lazarus’ poem into four parts and explaining why audiences more fa- fourth film in 30 years is perhaps his tic. Smith, on the other hand, be- $7,500 to the FoodBank to commemorate the conclusion of its first annual contest. commissioned four contemporary miliar with popular music than pure most poetically obscure and ponder- comes torn between two worlds: the New Jersey-based composers to each classical works would enjoy the per- ous. His acknowledged credentials old one and its notions of duty, com- set their interpretations of one part to formance. “There are true folk ele- notwithstanding, he likes to get there petition and success, and this Shangri- ‘Handbook’ Offers Satirical, music. The composers are each of a ments, operatic elements and music the long way. La he has at long last found. But the different descent – Trent Johnson rep- based on the most famous play ever Curiously, he does break stride in ideal is now increasingly fraught with Hopeful View On Divorce resents the African voice, Carlos written. This concert program is any- one respect, but it comes to betray the realistic problems. Expressing a hard Franzetti represents the South-Ameri- thing but esoteric.” artistry. Perhaps trying to make his fact when Pocahontas asks him to By MARYLOU MORANO Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times can voice, Mark McGurty, a Jewish On Saturday, February 11, the WSO historical tome a tad more viewer flee with her, he asks: “Where will we Irishman, represents “elements of will present My Musical Valentine at friendly, he unreels The New World live?” UNION – Divorce is never easy, European countries,” and Ge Gan-Ru 8 p.m. at the Presbyterian Church on on two wavelengths. Potential viewers may want to bear especially when the marriage has pro- represents Asia. Mountain Avenue at East Broad Street There is the wondrously obscure a couple things in mind. While histo- duced children. One local man has “I wanted each composer to repre- in Westfield. Ticket prices range from and lustrously colorful main body, rians are fairly confident Pocahontas written a fictionalized account of the sent a major continent that U.S. im- $25 to $60 (in a special ticket offer, practically done in pantomime, its was an emissary and go-between for events leading to his divorce, and the migrants came from,” Mr. Wroe said. child and student tickets are $5 with window dressing dialogue overloaded Powhatan and the Jamestown settlers, clever way he devised to spend time “I think that is significant to a poem the purchase of an adult ticket). For with muffled vernacular and nary a whether or not she really saved with his children. about immigration.” more information or to purchase tick- hint of helpful exposition. And then Smith’s life and if they were actually Union resident Tom Whelan con- The resulting work, presented in a ets, contact the WSO office at (908) there’s the voiceover. It’s a sort of lovers remain subjects of conjecture. siders his book, “The Dakapa Hand- four-movement format, is “something 232-9400, visit remedial class explanation of what’s But we do know of another relation- book,” a satire, but at the same time, like a theme-and-variations piece, www.westfieldsymphony.org or visit happening on the set below, a con- ship for certain, and writer-director he feels it brings hope. where the ‘theme’ is the poem itself,” one of the WSO ticket outlets – The glomerate of conscience-letting, sec- Malick competently uses to his ad- “I want people going through a bad said Mr. Wroe. Town Book Store (255 East Broad ond-guessing and subconscious in- vantage the clear-cut role John Rolfe situation to look towards the future,” As for musical themes, Mr. Wroe Street, Westfield) or Martin Jewelers trospections hazily expressed by the (Christian Bale) played in all of this. said Mr. Whelan. “Life goes on.” gave the composers no guidelines. “I (12 North Avenue West, Cranford). principals. Thus, not only does the filmmaker The author begins “The Dakapa deliberately didn’t give them any The adding of this libretto creates serve up a watershed in history, a Handbook” with a middle-of-the night rules. I was looking for the pieces to JCC to Host Session an inherent ambiguity, making the thesis on imperialism, an investiga- visit from the Union police force to complement each other only in their work even more problematic. Mean- tion of cross-cultural affairs and a the home of Brendan McPhelan, the contrasts – my goal for this project is On Battle of the Bands while, the exciting adventure is just fiery tale of passion, but also one of book’s main character. McPhelan has to demonstrate to an audience the SCOTCH PLAINS – The Jewish champing at the bit to unfold. Were it America’s very first love triangles. recently filed for divorce from his contrasting musical languages that unfettered from the omnipresent trap- All of which is just about enough to wife, Illiana. She has retaliated by Community Center (JCC) of Central can be derived from a single work. New Jersey is seeking teen rock bands pings of a genius at work, we might assimilate. Unfortunately, by com- getting a restraining order barring During the meetings the trio plays The poem is the link between other- get a better view of the monumental plicating it with too much symbolism him from living in their home and games, works on homework and takes for its Fifth Annual Battle of the Bands wise disparate compositions,” he said. that will take place on Saturday, March doings. and imagery, Malick makes The New having any contact with their twins, trips to The Watchung Reservation Each composition is unique, he In what may be a bit of poetic World a bit tougher to explore than who are in kindergarten. and Liberty Science Center. 25. said, noting that some of the compo- All bands interested in auditioning license, Mr. Malick paints Pocahontas was necessary. After spending the rest of the night Mr. Whelan tells the story with sitions draw on significant ethnic as the original hippie and the forests in his car in Nomahegan Park in such humor, and sensitivity, that the are asked to send a representative musical elements, while others in- from their band to the information where she gleefully dances in ec- * * * * * * * Cranford, McPhelan proactively sets reader can’t help but cheer the pro- corporate more traditional classical static circles as her personal The New World, rated PG-13, is a out to put his life back in order. He tagonist on, and breathe a sigh of session, which will be held in the JCC elements. “The interesting common library on Monday, February 6, at Woodstock. The pastoral works, not New Line Cinema release directed by rents a hotel room in North Plainfield, relief when all turns out well in the element between the compositions is too unlike the way it does between Terrence Malick and stars Colin which serves not only as his home, end. 7:30 p.m. The JCC is located at 1391 that all of the composers interpreted Martine Avenue in Scotch Plains. Kevin Costner and Mary McDonnell’s Farrell, Q’Orianka Kilcher and Chris- but also as the headquarters of his To write “The Dakapa Hand- the poem in a gentle, warm fashion – protagonists in Dances With Wolves tian Bale. Running time: 125 minutes business, Pilgrim Appraisal, the of- book,” Mr. Whelan says he kept Applications, instructions and other I think it struck a universal chord in informational material will be dis- fice of which had heretofore been in notes as he was going through his each of them.” his home. divorce. “Writing the book took a tributed. There also will be a ques- Musical Club of WF Enriching the world premiere’s at- tion-and-answer period. McPhelan’s road back to a normal lot of work and a lot of discipline,” mosphere, Mr. Wroe said, will be the life is long and filled with many ob- he stated, adding that he has a lot of The final deadline for submitting presence of the four composers at the applications, which should include a stacles, one of which is getting the respect for anyone who is able to performance. Also, famed soprano To Perform February 8 chance to spend time with his chil- write a book. press kit and demo, is Monday, Feb- WESTFIELD – The February per- gram is Clarissa Nolde, and hospital- dren. To do so, he invents, and enrolls A graduate of Widener Univer- ruary 20. formance of the Musical Club of ity chairwomen are Edna Borchers them in the “Dakapa Adventures sity with a degree in English, Mr. Calderone Teachers For more information on the meeting Westfield will be held on Wednesday, and Dariel Belcher, assisted by the Club,” and holds meetings at times Whelan has always found writing or submissions, please contact Daniel February 8, at 1 p.m. at the First Bap- hospitality committee. when he wouldn’t ordinarily see them. to be “therapeutic.” While his per- To Perform In Concert Avissar at (908) 889-8800, extension tist Church, 170 Elm Street, Westfield. The performance is free and open sonal and professional life have kept SPRINGFIELD –The Calderone no. 254, or [email protected]. To down- George Toenes, clarinetist, will pre- to the public. Anyone wishing infor- Town Book Store Hosts him too busy to write in the past, School of Music in Springfield is load an application and view more ma- miere his transcription for clarinet in mation about membership in the these last few years have been some- celebrating its 30th anniversary. Pro- terials, please visit www.jccnj.org/teens/ A of the Allegro Vivace movement Musical Club of Westfield may call Author Pamela Kruger what prolific. The author is work- fessor Kathleen Calderone, the from Beethoven’s Sonata in A Major, (908) 232-2173. WESTFIELD – The Town Book ing on a sequel to “The Dakapa founder and director, announced a PUBLIC NOTICE Op. 69 for cello and piano. He will Store of Westfield will host a special Handbook,” which he says will pick celebration with a 30th anniversary SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY also perform Variations sur an air Du NJWA Continues Meet & Greet book signing this week- up where the first story ended, and faculty concert. The concert will take CHANCERY DIVISION UNION COUNTY Pays D’Oc by French clarinetist Louis end. On Saturday, February 11, from will also address additional issues place at 1 p.m. on Sunday, February DOCKET NO.F-6685-05 Cahuzac. Concluding Mr. Toenes’ Jazz Band Auditions 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., New Jersey author of parenthood. 12, at Millburn Middle School in CAP File No. 8859-05 segment of the program will be a WESTFIELD – The initial audi- Pamela Kruger will be in the store to Mr. Whelan is currently working Millburn. NOTICE TO REDEEM rendition of the traditional When the tion for the New Jersey Workshop for promote her new book, “A Love Like on a movie with Manhattan film- Tickets are $12 for adults and $7 CAROL SEGAL PLAINTIFF/ Saints Go Marching In. Accompany- the Arts (NJWA) jazz band attracted No Other: Stories from Adoptive Par- maker Steven Kelly. It is based on a for students under 18 years of age and MORTGAGEE VS. SIDNEY ing Mr. Toenes on the piano will be a number of high-caliber musicians. ents.” screenplay he has written entitled can be purchased at the East Hanover JORDEN, HIS HEIRS, DEVI- Beverly Thomson Shea. Its success has encouraged NJWA In the book, 20 leading authors, all of “My African Uncle,” in which he School, located at 34 Ridgedale Av- SEES AND PERSONAL REP- Barbara Krause, soprano, will sing founder and Executive Director Dr. who are adoptive parents, discuss their will play the lead part. Filming will enue, or the Springfield School, lo- RESENTATIVES AND HIS, HER, THEIR OR ANY OF three arias by Wolfgang Amadeus Ted Schlosberg to continue with the personal experiences. Some of their begin in March in and around Union. cated at 256 Morris Avenue. THEIR SUCCESSORS IN Mozart, in celebration of the 250th audition process in order to complete stories address the potential complica- The owner of a small real estate For more information, contact pro- RIGHT, TITLE AND INTEREST anniversary of his birth. Selections the instrumentation. tions of adoptive parenting, while oth- appraisal business, Mr. Whalen lives fessor Calderone at (973) 428-0405 ; ADDIE, JORDEN, HIS WIFE, include Per pietà ben mio, (Rondo The band, which meets on Saturdays ers tell of happily enriched family lives. with his 10-year-old twins. in the East Hanover School or profes- HER HEIRS, DEVISEES AND PERSONAL REPRESENTA- and Allegro moderato) from Cosi fan from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at 150-152 East If unable to attend this event, call “The Dakapa Handbook” is avail- sor Anna Hernandez at (973) 467- TIVES AND HIS, HER, THEIR tutti, and Dove sono from Le Nozze Broad Street in Westfield, has open- (908) 233-3535 and reserve an able locally at Town Bookstore, or 4688 in the Springfield School. OR ANY OF THEIR SUCCES- di Figaro. Her accompanist is pianist ings for those who play trombone, trum- autographed copy. online through amazon.com. SORS IN RIGHT, TITLE AND Marie-Danièle Mercier. Carolle-Ann pet, piano, bass, guitar and bari sax. PUBLIC NOTICE INTEREST ; OIM RADIOLOGY PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE GROUP ; STATE OF NEW Mochernuk, pianist, will perform Musicians must have at least one year BOROUGH OF FANWOOD JERSEY of CITY OF PLAINFIELD, and State of Images, Set I by Claude Debussy: of playing experience to join the band. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY PLANNING BOARD Reflets Dans L’eau, Homage à The membership fee is $100. CHANCERY DIVISION New Jersey to COUNTRYWIDE HOME TO: SIDNEY JORDEN, HIS HEIRS, UNION COUNTY LOAN and subsequently assigned to plain- WHEREAS, Article 4:05(A) Land Use DEVISEES AND PERSONAL REPRE- Rameau and Mouvement. Jenny Cline, Jazz musicians are invited to call DOCKET NO. F-151-06 tiff, TRI STATE INVESTMENTS. This cov- Ordinance of the Borough of Fanwood, SENTATIVES AND HIS, HER, THEIR flute; Peg Tristram, cello, and Mary (908) 789-9696 to arrange for an FILE NO. 6426-02.R ers real estate located in CITY OF County of Union, State of New Jersey OR ANY OF THEIR SUCCESSORS IN PLAINFIELD, County of UNION, and State required the Planning Board to determine RIGHT, TITLE AND INTEREST;ADDIE, Beth McFall, piano, will perform a individual audition time. They should NOTICE TO ABSENT DEFENDANT Trio Sonata by baroque composer bring the last completed or current of New Jersey, known as LOT 1 BLOCK the date, time and locations of the monthly JORDEN, HIS WIFE, HER HEIRS, DEVI- (L.S.) STATE OF NEW JERSEY TO: 132 as shown on the Tax Assessment meetings through January of the next year SEES AND PERSONAL REPRESENTA- Tomaso Antonio Vitali, featuring the music book, which they are using. LONNIE PITTS; PHILADEL- Map and Tax Map duplicate of CITY OF when it organizes in January. TIVES AND HIS, HER, THEIR OR ANY dancelike movements Sarabande, Dr. Schlosberg, whose expertise in- PHIA LIFE INSURANCE COM- PLAINFIELD and concerns premises com- NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RE- OF THEIR SUCCESSORS IN RIGHT, Allemanda, Rondon, Grave and cludes teaching and performing on most PANY, A CORPORATION N/ monly known as 1229-31 W 3RD STREET, SOLVED by the Planning Board of The TITLE AND INTEREST Gavotte. The chairwoman for the pro- musical instruments, will conduct the K/A CONSECO LIFE INSUR- CITY OF PLAINFIELD, New Jersey. Borough of Fanwood that it will meet at PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that an order ANCE COMPANY; LITTLE YOU, LONNIE PITTS, are made party 7:30 PM, in the lower level meeting room made on JANUARY 20, 2006, the Supe- band. Its repertoire will include jazz, JOHNS AUTO SERVICE; defendant to the above foreclosure action of the Borough Hall, 75 North Martine rior Court Fixed MARCH 7, 2006 between Union Catholic To pop, rock, Dixieland, Broadway show because on September 29, 1986 you en- Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey on the the hours of nine o’clock in the forenoon tunes and Latin rhythms. YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED AND tered a judgment against Robert Cham- following dates: and four o’clock in the afternoon, prevail- REQUIRED to serve upon PELLEGRINO bers for a debt of $1,294.67 plus costs in ing time, at the office of the Tax Collector Perform Seussical 2006 Visit www.njworkshopforthearts.com AND FELDSTEIN, LLC, plaintiff’s attor- the Superior Court of New Jersey, Union of the UNION TOWNSHIP, located at 1976 AGENDA MEETINGS SCOTCH PLAINS –The Union for more information on all NJWA pro- neys, whose address is 290 Route 46 County, under Docket No. DJ-046463- MORRIS AVENUE, UNION, NEW JER- February 13, 2006 West, Denville, New Jersey, an Answer to 1986. Said judgment is subordinate to the SEY 07083, as the time and place when Catholic Performing Arts Company, grams. March 20, 2006 the Re-Foreclosure Complaint filed in a Plaintiff’s lien and or any lien, claim or and where you may pay to the plaintiff the celebrating its 25th anniversary, has April 17, 2006 Civil Action, in which TRI STATE INVEST- interest you may have in, to or against the amount so found due for principal and May 15, 2006 announced its spring production of Unitarian Society Slates MENTS is the plaintiff and MIDDLESEX premises. interest on its certificate of tax sale as June 19, 2006 Seussical, the Musical. Under the CO BD SOCIAL SERVS, ET ALS. are YOU, PHILADELPHIA LIFE INSUR- follows: July 17, 2006 Mardi Gras Festivities defendants, pending in the Superior Court ANCE COMPANY, A CORPORATION N/ TAX SALE CERTIFICATE #010090 direction of Maryann Carroll Carolan August 21, 2006 of New Jersey, Chancery Division, UNION K/A CONSECO LIFE INSURANCE COM- covering LOT 23 BLOCK 4803 on the tax (class of 1986), this year’s production PLAINFIELD – The First Unitar- September 18, 2006 County and bearing Docket No. F-151-06 PANY are made party defendant to the duplicate of the UNION TOWNSHIP. To- October 16, 2006 is almost 95 percent sung. ian Society of Plainfield will present within thirty-five (35) days after 2/2/2006 above foreclosure action because on tal amount required to redeem is November 6, 2006 Seussical, the Musical is based on a Mardi Gras lunch and music event exclusive of such date. If you fail to answer August 25, 1989 you entered a judgment $11,874.01, together with interest from December 11, 2006 or appear in accordance with Rule 4:4-6, against Robert L. Chambers for a debt of NOVEMBER 16, 2005 and costs. the stories of Dr. Seuss, but is not on Sunday, February 12. January 16, 2007 exclusively a children’s show. It After the 10 a.m. worship service, Judgment by Default may be rendered $1,975.00 plus costs in the Superior Court And that unless, at the same time and against you for relief demanded in the Re- of New Jersey, Union County under Docket REGULAR MEETINGS place, you or one of you redeem by paying explores the adult themes of church members and the public are Foreclosure Complaint. You shall file your No. DJ-070114-1989. Said judgment is February 22, 2006 the aforesaid sum so found due to plaintiff, conformity, war and responsibility. invited to have lunch at 11 a.m. in the Answer and Proof of Service in duplicate subordinate to the Plaintiff’s lien and or March 29, 2006 then you, and each of you shall be de- The Performing Arts Company will Parish Hall. The musical performance with the Clerk of the Superior Court of New any lien, claim or interest you may have in, April 26, 2006 barred and foreclosed of and from all right perform five shows for the general will follow. Jersey, Hughes Justice Complex - CN to or against the premises. May 24, 2006 and equity of redemption of, in and to the 971, Trenton, New Jersey 08625, in ac- YOU, LITTLE JOHNS AUTO SERVICE, June 28, 2006 lands and premises above set out and public, as well as two grade school Tickets are $15 and will include the cordance with the Rules of Civil Practice are made party defendant to the above July 26, 2006 described in the complaint and every part performances. The company has also lunch and music. The church is lo- and Procedure. foreclosure action because on March 23, August 30, 2006 thereof, and that the plaintiff be vested been invited to perform in the Union cated at 724 Park Avenue in Plainfield. You are further advised that if you are 1995 you entered a judgment against September 27, 2006 with an absolute and indefeasible estate County St. Patrick’s Day parade in The church-based blues band, Built unable to obtain an attorney you may com- Beverly Jones for a debt of $631.35 plus October 25, 2006 of inheritance in fee simple in said lands municate with the Lawyer Referral Service costs in the Superior Court of New Jersey, November 15, 2006 and premises. Union Township. for Comfort, will perform New Or- of the County of Venue and that if you Union County under Docket No. DJ- December 20, 2006 Anything to the contrary notwithstand- Seussical, the Musical will celebrate leans standards, blues and Mardi Gras cannot afford an attorney, you may com- 078012-1995. Said lien is subordinate to January 24, 2007 ing, redemption shall be permitted up until its opening night on Friday, March 31 at Indian music, among other selections. municate with the Legal Services Office of the Plaintiff’s lien and or any lien, claim or and the entry of final judgment including the 8 p.m. Performances will also take place Featured musicians will include Paul the County of Venue. The telephone num- interest you may have in, to or against the BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a whole of the last date upon which judg- ber of such agencies are as follows: Law- premises. copy of this resolution be prominently ment is entered. on Saturday, April 1; Friday and Satur- Caluori on guitar and fiddle, Tim yer Referral Service 908-353-4715 - Legal DATED: January 30, 2006 posted on the bulletin board in the Bor- MICHAEL G. PELLEGRINO, ESQ. day, April 7 and 8 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, Brosnan on guitars, Art Lieberman Services Office 908-354-4340. Donald F. Phelan, Clerk of the ough Hall, mailed to The Times and The Attorney for Plaintiff April 2 at 3 p.m. Tickets will be avail- providing percussion, Ron Margulis THE ACTION has been instituted for the Superior Court of New Jersey Courier News, filed with the Borough Clerk PELLEGRINO & FELDSTEIN, L.L.C. able in late March and can be purchased on bass and Peter Vietze on double purpose of foreclosing the following tax PELLEGRINO AND FELDSTEIN, LLC and mailed to any person requesting same Denville Law Center sale certificate(s): 1. A certain tax certifi- 290 Route 46 West in accordance with the requirements of the 290 Route 46 West by contacting Meg Nuwer at (908) bass. For more information, please cate 97-118, recorded on 8/20/1997, made Denville, New Jersey 07834 Open Meetings Act. Denville, New Jersey 07834 889-1600, ext. no. 318. call the church at (908) 756-0750. by DAVID MARSHALL, Collector of Taxes 1 T - 2/2/06, The Leader Fee: $88.23 1 T - 2/2/06, The Times Fee: $44.88 1 T -2/2/06, The Leader Fee: $63.24 Page 20 Thursday, February 2, 2006 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION

Wash. School’s Reunion Brings School Community Together Get Outta’ By MEREDITH MANNINO Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times The House Susan M. Dougherty for The Westfield Leader and The Times WESTFIELD – The Washington BEAUTY AND THE FEAST…Offering sandwiches and wraps from his Westfield By CAROL F. DAVIS store Feast Catering, Steven Bigmore participated in the kick-a-thon charity School Players presented The Incred- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times event that raised $700 for the American Cancer Society. The event was organized ible Super Reunion at Roosevelt In- The Westfield Symphony Orches- by Mrs. New Jersey, Westfield resident Roxanne Dunn. termediate School this weekend. This tra will present a special musical production marks the 58th year of a Valentine’s Day celebration on Sat- WF’s Mrs. NJ Uses Brains tradition that embodies love, fun and urday, February 11, with two roman- community. tically inspired classics for the or- The tradition of producing a show chestral repertoire: Candide, To Help Cancer Society directed, written and starring Berstein’s explosive overture to his Westfield parents and teachers began classic operetta, and Prokofiev’s en- By SUSAN M. DOUGHERTY 103.5 FM (“The Beat of New York”) at Grant School in February 1948 Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times during favorite Romeo and Juliet. energized the upbeat atmosphere. with a talent show, and the mission The performance will take place at 8 WESTFIELD – It may be a cliché to As a glittering crown topped off behind the recital was to encourage p.m. at the Presbyterian Church in “make a difference” or “give back to the her Shirley Temple style hairdo of Parent Teacher (PTO) attendance. Westfield. Tickets are between $25 community” but don’t tell that to brunette ringlets, Mrs. New Jersey Over the years, the popularity of the and $60. For information, call (908) Roxanne Dunn, Mrs. New Jersey, who talked about the event while Ms. show exploded, and in 1950 the Grant 232-9400, or e-mail: is doing just that. The Westfield resident Manto adjusted a few curls. school board voted to make “Talent [email protected]. wants to continue to use her title from the “When I was younger, I never had Night” an annual fundraiser. Mrs. International Pageant system to do the confidence to speak out,” she told Eventually, the show was moved to SUPERHEROES…Washington School parent stars delight the audience during * * * * * * * those seemingly corny things like right- The Westfield Leader and The Scotch the Roosevelt Intermediate School to “The Incredible, Super Reunion.” From left to right are: “Harvina Firestorm” On Saturday, February 11, singer/ ing wrongs and helping those in need. Plains-Fanwood Times. With the title accommodate the expanding audi- (Mary Lynne Nielsen), “Brainwave” (Scott Gleason), “X-Ray Woman” (Lois songwriter Ginny Johnston will host Her latest venture into changing of Mrs. New Jersey that she won in ence. Grant School closed in 1980 Walter), “The Wedgie-nator” (Chris Nielsen), “Scarlet Songbird” (Nancy Gleason), Songwriters in the Round at Emanuel the world was the sponsorship on May came the commitment to see how and Washington School embraced the “Atomic Joe” (Mark Parmelee), “Ionic Woman” (Patty Vera). United Methodist Church of Spring- Saturday, January 28, of a haircut-a- she could do something for others. tradition and has since become a gem- have been involved in the show since from her new home in North Carolina field at 8 p.m. Special guests will thon and a kick-a-thon at her Karate “It’s funny; I never saw myself in like appeal of the elementary school, they moved from Edison. The couple to participate in this year’s show, to include pianist and composer Dan World business in Kenilworth to ben- this role,” she explained. “I’m a ka- and its most significant fundraiser. truly loves the joy the kids derive the delight of last year’s students, Crisci and New York City songwriter efit the American Cancer Society. rate person, not a Mrs. NJ. I’m a Proceeds from the Washington School from seeing parents and teachers per- who are now in the second grade. Karen Novy. Tickets are $15. For Eliciting the help of Rosi Manto, mother and saw myself like that. So Players productions are donated to form. “It’s like my Washington School information call the concert hotline owner of X-Changes Hair Artistry of for me to get involved in the pageant the school’s PTO and used to fund a “The show gives the kids a very family,” the retired teacher explained. at (908) 412-9105, or visit Westfield who volunteered the time of was a first-time experience.” variety of educational programs, happy feeling, to live in a community “These are some of nicest families www.coffeewithconscience.org. her stylists, a cut-a-thon was assembled The blue-eyed beauty, who has lived equipment, and “teacher mini grants that’s so close-knit,” Scott said. “The you’d ever want to work with. They’ve * * * * * * * on the karate facility’s mats with stools in Westfield for more than 25 years, got that enrich our children’s learning.” show reinforced that.” been very good to me,” she said, If you prefer to be watched rather and makeshift “stations.” Obeying the interested in the program at the urging Seeing this year’s show, which takes Mrs. Joyce, a retired first-grade describing the Washington School than watch, check out the Open Mic “Please remove shoes before stepping of Mrs. New Jersey 2004, Liz Balfour, place in Westfield with beautiful set teacher who has been at Washington parents whose children she has taught Coffee House that same evening at on mats” sign, barefooted clients got a a Springfield resident, who, according design that features Mindowaskin School since, came back to Westfield over the years. the Fellowship Hall of the Unitarian haircut and makeup for the bargain to Mrs. Dunn, “gave me the push.” Park, was a great way to kick off the Church in Summit. Musicians, po- price of a $25 donation to the Ameri- Upon returning from the Mrs. Inter- weekend. The energy and benevo- ets, comedians, magicians and per- can Cancer Society. national in Chicago last June, Mrs. Dunn lence behind the 58-year-old tradi- Jesus Christ Superstar To formance artists of all kinds are in- Adding to the gala feel of the after- didn’t rest on her banner and crown, but tion was apparent. It was clear that vited to display their talents. There is noon were platters of wraps and sand- decided to use the title to raise awareness the performing parents, who played a two-song limit per musician/group, wiches provided by Steven Bigmore, and money for causes, specifically the original superheroes, villains and even Be Staged by CDC Theater a five-minute limit on poetry, and a owner of Westfield’s Feast Catering. American Cancer Society. reporters Woodward and Bernstein, CRANFORD – In 1971, Tim Rice dated the setting of the show to place 10-minute limit on skits. Performer Mr. Bigmore, a Karate student of Even with all of the support and aid were truly enjoying themselves. and Andrew Lloyd Webber saw their it in a modern urban environment, sign-up begins at 7:30 p.m., and the Mrs. Dunn since August, was dressed of the friends, neighbors and students The kids in the audience were two-act rock opera, Jesus Christ Su- providing an immediate connection show starts at 8 p.m. Admission is $4, in traditional garb and pointed proudly at this latest charity event, Mrs. New thrilled to watch their parents making perstar come to fruition. Area resi- for today’s theatregoers, with an in- including refreshments. For direc- to his green belt. He was scheduled to Jersey says her husband Jeff and chil- people laugh and feel good, and dents can catch the show’s latest in- tertwining of contemporary forces and tions, or further information, send an be a part of the kick-a-thon with the dren Jared, 10, and Gabrielle, 6, are cheered on their teachers too with a carnation at CDC (Cranford Dramatic the age-old story. Fiorello has exten- e-mail to: [email protected]. other martial arts students. her biggest fans. “[In Chicago they sweet sense of admiration, showing Club) Community Theatre in sive directorial experience at area the- Music played by volunteer disc jock- proved] they are my biggest fan club,” the impact a good teacher can make * * * * * * * Cranford. The production opens Fri- aters and is a veteran performer who Based on the book “A Separate eys from New York radio station KTU, she said. in a child’s life. day, February 10 and plays Fridays has been seen at CDC in Smokey Jen Schildge, one of the show’s Reality” by Carlos Castaneda, an and Saturdays through February 25. Joe’s Café and Kiss Me Kate. He and exhibit with the same name is still on producers, said, “I can’t help think- With Superstar, Lloyd Webber long-time CDC producer Elizabeth ing how blessed we are. I watched view at the Rahway Arts Guild. Called (music) and Rice (lyrics) created a Howard have put together production an “eclectic exhibition of realistic those teachers on stage and got such new kind of Jesus, a prophet /rock team, which includes music director a tear in my eye thinking how lucky visual artworks,” each work portrays star whose appeal stems as much from Joe Elefante and choreographer Q. the personal and public ideology of our kids are to have such enthusiastic the crowd’s energy as from his own The 30-person cast blends CDC regu- role models in their lives, what happy the individual artist in varying de- inspirational message. The album of lars with a large group of newcomers grees of realistic representation. The memories they’re going to have and songs, released a year before the first to CDC but have an impressive list of what a great sense of well-being show is there until Friday, February stage production of the play, created credentials elsewhere in the area. 10, and admission is free. For infor- they’ll have because of our teachers’ a market for the dramatic version, The show will be presented on Fri- devotion and willingness to partici- mation, please go to: which opened to sold-out audiences day and Saturday nights at 8 p.m., www.rahwayartsguild.org. pate in this event as well as every- who were already familiar with its from February 10 to February 25. thing they do.” songs. Tickets are $20 on a reserved seat * * * * * * * Scott “Brainwave” Gleason and The play is a fusion of styles, rock basis, and can be obtained by calling The Reeves-Reed Arboretum’s an- wife Nancy “The Scarlet Songbird” rhythm with ballad narrative, dra- the box office at (908) 276-7611 or nual Maple Sugaring Tour will take matic characterization, choreography through the theater’s website at place on Saturday, February 26 (rain/ and operatic performances that com- www.cdctheatre.org. The CDC Com- snow date is the next day). Tours are municate a theme of love and accep- munity Theatre is located at 78 Winans scheduled throughout the day for $5, tance. Jesus is portrayed as having Avenue in Cranford, off of Centen- and a pancake breakfast is available human qualities, doubts and faults. nial Avenue near exit 136 on the Gar- for an additional $5 per person. Sign- Director Jeffrey Fiorello has up- den State Parkway. up early – you must pre-register. Call (908) 273-8787 for details. Where Imagination Leads to Discovery * * * * * * * On Saturday, February 4, from 2 – 4 p.m., The Town Book Store of Westfield will host New Jersey’s Gordon T. Ward, author of “Life on the Shoulder: Rediscovery & Inspi- Join The New Westfi eld ration Along the Lewis & Clark Trail.” Journey with Gordon through Women’s Movement! the past and present American West. For Kids For He will be there to sign his book. A fun filled interactive art workshop experience Symphony Presents WINTER SESSIONS STILL FORMING Christopher Johnson PLAINFIELD – The Plainfield For Children, Teens & Adults . . . All Levels Welcome Symphony and music director Sabin Pautza will present pianist Christo- pher Johnson in recital on Sunday, (908) 654-5663 February 12 at 4 p.m. The event will 500 North Avenue East, Westfield take place at the Crescent Avenue Presbyterian Church on the corner of 7th and Watchung Avenues in Plainfield. Tickets are available at the door and cost between $25 and $45. LIVE! ON STAGE! The cost for seniors and students are $15. For more information, Andrew Lloyd Webber & Tim Rice’s call (908) 561-5140 or visit legendary musical www.plainfieldsymphony.org.

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