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By John Soltes recently spoke of the financial to all of the municipalities in the ate at this site and we need to receive the greatest impact from EDITOR IN CHIEF advantages of adding a housing county, asking local governing make sure our voices are heard." housing at the complex, believes component in the Meadowlands, bodies to endorse the measure. Not every town in South Bergen any proposal that considers add- HACKENSACK — If it were up according to news reports. His For McPherson, the local area has adopted the resolution. ing residents is the wrong avenue to most of the public officials in the comments, and the conceptual needs to be unified in its response. to take. South Bergen area, housing would plans to privatize some of the 'There is a disturbing pattern with East Rutherford perspective "I think that's probably the be taken off the suggestion list for public assets at the complex, how the Christie administration Although Hanson's report worst idea I've heard coming from the future of the Meadowlands such as the racetrack and IZOD is dealing with Bergen County," never expressly mentions housing, anybody," Cassella said. "If there Sports Complex. But, realistically, Center, prompted Bergen County McPherson said in a recent inter- it does lay the groundwork for pri- was a list of 100 things to do down is "a mini-city with 5 million square Freeholder Bernadette McPherson view with The Leader. "Plans and vate interests to take over the con- there, I would put that on the feel of housing" an option for the to draft a resolution calling for the policies are formulated with a troversial area, widi few apparent bottom of the list. I would rather tract of land in the eastern portion abandonment of "any plan for direct impact on Bergen County, zoning obstacles on the horizon. have a garbage dump than more of East Rutherford? housing in the Meadowlands." but without any consideration for Hanson, who was on vacation, housing." Jon F. Hanson, who heads Gox. The resolution, passed almost the consequences or the costs. ... was unavailable for further com- The State of New Jersey cur- Chris Christie's advisory commis- unanimously by the Bergen County Anyone who actually lives here ment. sion on gaming, sports and enter- Board of Chosen Freeholders knows what a disaster 5,000 units East Rutherford Mayor James Please see HOUSING on tainment throughout the state, Wednesday, Aug. 4, was forwarded of high-density housing would cre- Cassella, whose municipality would PageA7 Lax BRHS students Police director gets contract, car By Susan C. Moeller in the pension system. As a former SENIOR REPORTKR police officer, Thompson already has may face probation a pension. RUTHERFORD — Rutherford's Up until now, Thompson has By Chris Neidenberg They will have to stay until civilian police director, John taken 20 vacation days per year, he 7 REPORTER teachers certify they have Thompson, and the borough's gov- said. The practice drew fire from shown performance at levels erning body agreed Tuesday, Aug. 10 some council members, notably EAST RUTHERFORD — no longer requiring the extra to a new set of contract terms for the Maura Keyes, who lost her 2009 re- Seriously underperforming schoolwork. Thus, enter- next three years. The council voted election bid. Before leaving office, students, failing to maintain ing this academic purgatory 4 to 2 in favor of the contract, with Keyes questioned Thompson's use of certain academic standards, doesn't mean students must Councilwoman Kimberly Birdsall and vacation time when his original terms can expect a longer school remain there the entire year. Councilman John Parnofiello, both of employment did not allocate any day for at least some of the Educators are ironing Democrats, dissenting. days off. 2010-11 school year. out details with Principal The contract is Thompson's first Birdsall, in a phone interview with The concept is called David Mango as to how as director of the police department. FILE PHOTO The, Leader, echoed Keyes' sentiment. "academic probation," and many class sections will ini- Until now, the terms of his employ- Rutherford Police Director John Thompson The police director's position was affected students will eventu- tially be needed. But Interim ment have been governed by ordi- not supposed to come with benefits, ally have to attend an extra Superintendent of Schools nance only. using one since he started the job, he Birdsall said. So, giving Thompson ninth "tutoring" period, start- Paul Saxton assured incom- Borough Administrator Corey said, noting that he has access to a car benefits now is "contradictory." ing at 2:30 p.m. It will last 27 ing eighth-graders from East Gallo recommended the council from the fleet all the time. Birdsall said she was also against minutes. Rutherford and Carlstadt, at formalize the terms of Thompson's The contract further stipulates the creation of the position, which Those with at least a "D" such lax performance levels, employment with a contract, accord- that Thompson will receive a total was hailed as a cost-saving alternative average or worse in any will start almost immediately. ing to Councilman John Genovesi, of 19 vacation days and 15 paid sick to a police chief. Further, restructur- during a phone interview with The ing the department with a director course, or who are judged Saxton and Mango out- days per year. In 2011, Thompson ; only "partially-proficient" in lined the objectives of the leader. will receive 16 vacation days. He is has not delivered the kind of efficien- areas needed to pass their program at the board's Specifically, Thompson will con- not entitled for reimbursement of cies that were promised. upcoming High School Aug. 11 meeting. They were tinue to receive the $82,000 salary he unused time when he retires. Genovesi disagreed with Birdsall Proficiency Assessments, can expected to meet with the has drawn since he started work in Thompson volunteered, like the on both points. Abolishing the posi- expect to stay after school. high school's education com- May 2008. According to the contract, borough's other non-police union tion of police chief and substituting a HSPA measures perfor- mittee Aug. 18 to begin the Thompson will also have the use employees, to take 20 furlough days, director at $82,000 per year has saved mance in two sections: lan- final implementation stage. of a borough vehicle "solely for the every Friday beginning Aug. 20 and the borough $100,000, he said. guage arts and math. Students In a later phone interview, performance of his duties." The bor- continuing until the end of the year, Thompson has done "an excellent must be rated "proficient" in Saxton noted the program ough will pay for fuel, maintenance Genovesi pointed out. job," Genovesi added. The depart- each to pass — and (along and insurance. Additionally, the director's com- ment has been running very well." with receiving diplomas) Please see BECTON on The provision of a borough vehi- pensation package does not include graduate. PageA5 cle is not new. 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The information below is compiled a physical altercation Monday, Aug. Thefts ^fom local police blotters, as thai infor- 9. One of the combatants was taken RUTHERFORD — A 21-year-old •* motion is made available, and is not to the hospital to be treated after he Ireland native reported that his wal- ^intended to give a full description of every was punched in the face. No com- let, containing $75 and identifica- criminal incident in the local area. plaints were filed. tion, was stolen while he was attend- RUTHERFORD — A Rutherford ing a pool party at a Sylvan Street resident reported Wednesday, Aug. residence. The wallet was last seen Body found 11 at 2:22 a.m. that he had been in the man's pants, which were left LYNDHURST — The body of a assaulted near Station Square. unattended by the side of the pool. 49-year-old North Arlington female According to the resident, who police WOOD-RIDGE — A resident was found at the Riverside County reported as intoxicated, he was trying reported Tuesday, Aug. 10 that a Park in Lyndhurst on the Passaic to cross the street and was cut off by bicycle valued at $350 had been sto- River bank Sunday, Aug. 15. The a silver SUV with four people inside. len from Marlboro Road. woman had been reported missing The resident reportedly responded earlier in the day by a man who iden- by shouting an expletive. Then the tified himself as her boyfriend and people in the SUV reportedly came Serious accident told police that he had last spoken to back and hit the resident. _the woman at the park on Saturday, WOOD-RIDGE — Police were "according to police. The cause of called to a Moonachie Avenue resi- death is unknown. An autopsy will dence Monday, Aug. 9 on reports 7"be performed. The Bergen County of a domestic dispute. When they ^Prosecutor's Homicide Squad was at arrived, one of the parties appeared •^jhe scene to investigate. to be injured. The other person was • Conretaaiw Medical, Dental charged with simple assault, given a and Surgical Servkn • Law Surgeiy Cats t BoHo-Spede! Merest In Fmah I rfeurglaries court date and released. "Z RUTHERFORD — Some time RUTHERFORD — A person had 3>etween 1:46 p.m. and 2 p.m. on Fraud to be airlifted from the intersection •Wednesday, Aug. 11, a second floor RUTHERFORD — A represen- of Route 3 and Route 17 follow- ; Park Avenue apartment was report- tative from a Highland Cross busi- ing a serious motor vehicle acci- edly burglarized. The rear entryway ness notified police Friday, Aug. 13 dent Sunday, Aug. 15 at 9:18 a.m. was forced open and a doorframe that unauthorized charges totaling According to police, a 1998 Red . damaged. A Mac I-book G4, valued $1,604.05 had been made with the Jeep Cherokee, driven by a 22-year- ~at $1,500, and $400 in cash and coins business debit card. old female resident of Wallington, were both reported missing. LYNDHURST — Julio crashed and rolled over. The driv- Ices Providing All Types of insurance: LYNDHURST — A burglary was Concepcion-Vasquez, 28, of Passaic; er was subsequently charged with reported at a Kingsland Avenue resi- Ricardo Francis, 52 of Irvington; DWI. There were two passengers in Business knuranc* Personal Insurance dence Sunday, Aug. 15, but nothing and Ramon Rosario, 25, of Passaic, the Jeep, a 23-year-old male and •GmrelLkttlr was missing from the residence. The were arrested Monday, Aug. 9 and 27-year-old male, both residents of incident is under investigation. charged with forgery and identity Union City. The Bergen County Fata] LYNDHURST theft. Rosario was also charged with Accident unit, which handles acci- — Christopher providing false information. The dents where there is a death or seri- Kingsbury, 20, arrests came after officers were called ous bodily injury, is investigating, of Newark, was to the Ridge Road Chase Bank on according to police. arrested Saturday, reports of bad checks. Bail was set at Aug. 14 in Nutley. $10,000; each man posted the money and was released. Shoplifting Lyndhurst Police When you need a good lawyer... charged Kingsbury LYNDHURST — Several resi- with 13 counts dents were charged with shoplift- related to township Property damage ing from ShopRite on New York ANTHONYJ.RIPOSTA, -burglaries. Among RUTHERFORD — The sink Avenue. Those charged and released Certified by the Supreme Court —4hem, Kingsbury was charged with was ripped off the wall at Dunkin' on summons were: Olga Arroyo, 47, ofNJasa Civil Trial Attorney four counts of attempted burglary Donuts on Park Avenue and "the of Lyndhurst; Juie Edwards, 59, of COUNSELLOR AT LAW and one actual burglary for incidents toilet bowl was compromised," some Lyndhurst; Cody Wicks, 18, of North Call today for a free phone consultation on Oak Street that occurred Friday, time between 10:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. Arlington; and Glenda Molina, 56, of Aug. 13. Kingsbury's bail was set at 13 and 3:20 a.m., Aug. 14. Rutherford. The separate incidents $30,000, with no 10-percent option, RUTHERFORD — Department all occurred between Thursday, Aug. 201-991-0067 and he is currently being held in of Public Works employees found 12 and Sunday, Aug. 15. Another per- the Essex County jail on addition- 432 Ridge Rd , North Arlington, NJ evidence that paper fast food bags son, Frank Moyna, 47, of Lyndhurst, www.RipostaLaw.com al charges from the Nutley Police had been burnt in the second level was arrested and charged with shop- Department. stairwell of the Kip Garage. They lifting two candy bars from the Rite notified police Monday, Aug. 16 at Aid on Valley Brook Avenue, Friday, Professional Financial Services LTD Drugs approximately 8 a.m. Aug. 13. rmUiieilifl WOOD-RIDGE — Officers found Live for Today, Pl»n for Tomorrow LYNDHURST — John Lupo, lawn ornaments at the Wood-Ridge Suspicious vehicle SU> • hmion U«n • To Driand taxding • MuMl fund. 19, of Lyndhurst, was arrested and Little League Field Sunday, Aug. 8. Professional, Personal & Business r~2SSn charged with possession of CDS, pos- The ornaments are being held a WOOD-RIDGE - Officers were Tea session of drug paraphernalia and police headquarters. called to Wood-Ridge High School Contact our offkx lor a consubmion 901-*• 1 -10«O possession of CDS in a vehicle alter WOOD-RIDGE — A pipe was Thursday, Aug. 5 on reports of a sus- I«3ftuqml tut, »>•baseball field, juveniles reported being harassed Wednesday, Aug. 11 at 4 p.m. and the door handle of the girls' by someone in a vehicle. No one rest room was also damaged. Officers matching the description was found *"AM.^ihri.fal.lMdi 847 Broadway. Bayanrw. NJ 07002 • 201-823-1030 Fighting noted the property damage Monday, nearby. An investigation is ongoing. Company interested in BCUA site CtfUJCAM Ibddkn thru School AfeCUkkm tion placed on it when sold by Bergen Space Unrated. REPORTER County to the New Jersey Meadowlands Register your child today. 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"Mostly boys, first kiss- Carol Hughes of Rutherford and Jeon Rolfe of the United Kingdom are still pen pals after 50 years. es, how our schools were Provided by Dr. John Om DDS different — we had longer NJ Spec. Lie. No. 5252 summers for instance. We those fun little coincidences Part of the reason they authentic to the way they For ALL dental needs visit both loved Elvis and The sufficed, with Hughes con- have so much fun togeth- started it — on paper. Beatles. And from there it vincing herself that a trip er is a continued, mutual "I have hundreds and our modern, updated officejat just progressed with age and to the U.K wasn't financial- interest in each other's cul- hundreds of letters," 197 Ridge Rd., North Arlington |201-998-2821| getting married and raising ly feasible. It was actually tures that has lasted all these Hughes said. "It's funny. I children." Hughes' youngest daughter, years. Hughes enjoys the go back to them sometimes "Whiten teeth In 45 minutes with Zoom Whitening" Rolfe said topics of a seri- Andrea, who first met Rolfe "old, antique" England and and just chuckle about the ous nature were also dis- while studying in London visiting the small little pubs kinds of things we used to cussed. "Over the years we in 1995. Hughes jumped at that dot the country. When think about." 395 Washington Avenue have consoled over trage- the opportunity to visit her Rolfe visits, they go to New The sort of unique, inti- Cariitodt, NJ 07072 dies and rejoiced over many daughter and her friend of York City, twice visiting Ellis mate friendship the two have Phone: 201 935 4600 good things," Rolfe said. nearly four decades. Island — a place Rolfe finds maintained without the use ECONO LODGE "There are so many ways "We were so alike it was particularly interesting. of modern conveniences is BY CHOICE HOTELS Fax: 201 935 0264 that we are alike. We were uncanny," Rolfe said. "In "We're the same person; something Hughes doesn't married a month apart in fact, we had on almost iden- it's perfect," Hughes said. take for granted. 1965. Her eldest daughter tical sweaters." "We can go two or three "It's tough. It takes effort. SPECIAL RATES was born only two days after "I was jumping out of years without seeing each We're lucky that we've been my daughter. Her eldest my skin," recalled Hughes. other and then one of us able to do it," Hughes said. AVAILABLE daughter, Rae-Anne, is mar- gets off the plane and we "We stayed with her fam- They aren't the only PLEASE CALL HOTEL ried to a Steve and so is ily in Kent for two days. It pick up right off from where ones. Daughters Rae-Anne my daughter, Karen. I live cemented our friendship." we left off" and Karen have written FOR ADDITIONAL in the County of Kent in Since then the two have Though Hughes says each other for nearly 20 INFORMATION England, which is known visited each other on several that they sometimes dabble years. Hopefully, in 30 years, as the Garden of England, occasions, including Rolfe with more modern means they'll be celebrating their HOTEL AMENITIES and Carol is in the Garden and her family making the of contact such as phone own golden anniversary. witti this ad Free Deluxe Continental Breakfast State." trip for Rae-Anne's wedding and e-mail, the two still try ROOMS AVAILABLE FOR ' Free Wireless Internet Access For more than 35 years in 2001. to keep their relationship Call Andrew at 201 -'21 H-$ Conveniently located at the comer of Midland Ramadan continues to Sept. 9 isions & Davis Ate ((Wfl bus vfopj at iliwn By Andrew Segedin sessment. very joyous time." 202 Midland Avenue f^ l'< )RTr R "It's a spiritual renewal, This year, one of Koc and Kearny • 201-991-1718 a month of charity and wor- IDC's goals is to open up This month, Muslims in ship," said Levent Koc of the Ramadan and Eid-ul Fitr to Seeing into the Future of Dance Education Bergen County and across Inteifaith Dialog Centei in non-Muslims. the world are observing Newark. "We (IDC) are interfaith Ramadan — the ninth Koc highlighted an and our goal is lo promote Congratulations to Our 10 Year Students Register Now! month of the Islamic cal- increase of prayer and puri- interfaith," Koc said. "We, Ballet • Jazz endar and the Muslim holy ty of the body and mind as a little project, are invit- month. as the true meanings of ing friends — particularly Lyrical Among the customs of Ramadan. More than sac- non-Muslims — to break Tap Ramadan, perhaps none is rificing food and drink. fast with us, to be a part of Gymnastics better known than the tradi- Muslims give up personal our celebration." Hip-Hop and Hip-Hop Move tional fasting from food and vices, break bad habits and, This year, Ramadan Musical Theater most importantly, refrain dunk dining daylight hours began Aug. 11 and runs Technique Classes — a practice that will be all from negative thoughts and through Sept. 9. Many Cultural Class the more difficult this year. a< lions. Through this sac- local Muslims in the South rifice and time spent with Because the Islamic calen- Bergen area, par ticulaiiy NEW! Hip Hop start (ages 4 and 5) dar is dependent on lunar family and friends, Muslims the vibrant Turkish commu- phases, the actual start date hope to achieve a level of nity, are observing the holy Adult Zumba of Ramadan moves back inner peace. month. about 10 days every year. The conclusion of The local Inter iaith Combination Classes In recent years, Ramadan for Toddlers as young as 18 Ramadan is marked by F.id- Dialog Center is housed at Standing L to R: Alexis Rebozo. Liz Liberta, Deanna has shifted into the summer ul Fitr. "It's a time of cel- 17 Academy St. in Newark. months & Pre-schoolers months — leading Muslims ebratory prayer," Koc said. For further information to have to fast during lon- "All go to mosque. We travel on Ramadan and IDC, visit ger, warmer days. from place to place visiting XIAUUI. id(~nj. org. Beyond the fasting, friends and family — break- Ramadan is time for reas- ing fast. It's a very busy, but Call Andrew at ' I Or, AUGUST 1», 2010 THEIEADER AS Becton: Longer school day is a possibility Continued from Page AT Photography for any occMSfon Cad Janet at will gradually include students from lOth^rade onward, depending on the 201-997-26MOT2014M-1442 grades they achieve over the year. He further assured higher perfor- m *nr SWm te ®MT M Start «/a mance standards will ultimately be AM IndtptmUnl Agtia-Proftsstonal Inatmct AJvict expected in all courses to avoid pro- Duigned to Meet Your Needfr-Kepmcnting Many Companiei • Auto • Comnwrclal Insurant* • Homtowiwnt « LHt Imurtnci bation. That is, even for classes (such Lattmg Clwm RtMtontfUp* Through KnowMdoi • Hoowly • Intaorfty as science and social studies), which, MORE THAN JUST BUYING INSURANCE while not directly tested on HSPA, • Face to Fan Personal Attention - Quick, Fair Claims Processing provide credits required for a diploma • You Know Who You're Dealing With, We're Not Some Anonymous 800 # "We're looking to improve all our curriculum at all levels," Mango iM bdolinedol-ms.com assured the board. "We're hoping to and m*th FAX 201 935 8802 see results at the end of the (first) regional marking period." But Mango promised his staff will not stop there. "It is anticipated we to the pott last (school) will keep the students achiev- to better afign curriculum We only educa- ing at a higher level," through the rest ACCUPRESSURE THERAPY Becton and its two sending acttvitfe. with all An Ancient Oriental Practice of the school year and beyond, the have gtaen ichoot board is. h*. meeting WE CAN HELP REDUCE PAIN AND RELIEVE SORENESS educator said. to • hope In assigning eighth graders to pro- under her watch for common TIRED? bation, Saxton told the board that • i ••iflia •tliiium i si ttrerall 13 Becton will use results from New pcTConnancc FATIGUED? t Jersey's Eighth Grade Assessment of fiSFA is required Skills and Knowledge, or ASK. It mea- I that 118 of 132 stu- WE CAN HELP! sures proficiency in the same areas as " in language regular- Alt masMgts given by Therapist John Siting HSPA, and is viewed as a primer of 1 similar status to the send- Nationally Certified In \ sorts for the later test. : largest number, in that process. 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REPORTER Jersey City aiding and evaluating peo- "We've had times when their fint BttpaCaat^NI-Have you tried pills, injections, f* ple coming in from Manhattan. ride-along was working CPR on a surgery, or massage? Dr. Michtel Cooney, DC is offering 7V NORTH ARLINGTON — The "If somebody needs an ambulance, child," Jakiel said. "It's very serious Severe Back, Sciatica, And Disc Pain Guide tor local residents North Arlington Volunteer Emergency they don't call us directly," McDermott and emotional stuff, but you never suffering from severe back, sciatka, and leg pain. Discover why Squad (NAVES) is run, primarily, by said. That is something that should know what you are going to get You your treatments may have failed and possibly a new solution. the commitment and devotion of vol- hit home and be stressed. When you just have to be ready." Call 1-800-707-9584 (24 hour recorded message) unteers throughout the entire week. have a medical emergency, you dial If an applicant is finally commis- or go to: www.rutherfordpainrelief.com At a time of economic crisis when 9-1-1, which gives advance direction sioned to be a volunteer, there is Michael Cooney, DC more people are focused on obtain- and then transfers the call to the an extensive retinue of training exer- ing jobs instead of donating their time police department that, in turn, dis- cises and certifications he or she for the greater cause, the number of patches the local units depending on must receive. Volunteers also take volunteers has surprisingly increased the nature of the call." CEVO (Coaching Emergency Vehicle from that of previous years — a true Jakiel further explained: They dis- Operator) classes. All who are ambu- Gourmet testament to the individuals who invest patch us at the same time, but because lance drivers at NAVES also take their time to the organization. defensive driving courses, because Cookies, "Nowadays, at a time when volun- there is a big difference driving a car Pastries dl teering is totally a thing of the past n and "getting behind a small truck with Desserts and is subsiding — a lot of orga- lights, sirens, bells, whistles, horns and nizations are folding — we've been every other thing going off all over the able to recover," NAVES Capt. George place," according to McDermott. McDermotl said. "From 10 members a Most classes are taught in the couple of years ago to roughly 30 full- NAVES classroom where a life-size time riders and about seven part-time dummy is used to aid volunteers in riders." their training. Membership is high al NAVES in One must also learn how to deal some ways because similar organiza- with discretion and emotion at times tions are shutting down due to the of high stress in order to make sure hard financial times. Volunteers from your namt, ptwm t that the task at hand is performed, Kearny and Belleville, among others, summary of your group's » "because this is not for everyone" are taking pan in NAVES. according to Jakiel and McDermott. The group boasts volunteers from McDermott began his service when Ramapo, Toms River, Lvndhursl and the police are already on the road and he was riding around town years ago Jersey City. 'The door is always open we are usually here, they make it to the and saw a sign asking for volunteers. for any volunteer," NAVES President call before us." Intrigued, he decided to sign up and Linda Jakiel said. Those interested in becoming a has been a member ever since the A sense of kinship, friendship and member of NAVES have to submit an early 1990s. mutual respect is felt among those application along with three letters Jakiel's story is different. Years ago, in the organization, [akit'l said. The of recommendation. The organization she found herself in a medical emer- fact that trie volunteers are laced with has a youth squad also; applicants must gency and phoned help. Her friend, serious cases almost every single day meet the minimum age requirement who was part of an emergency squad, undoubtedly brings the group togeth- of 16 and are subjected to labor laws came to her aid, eventually saving her er in forming a close bond. concerning minors. Once an applica- life. Because of what she was faced with "It really is like a family here,"Jakiel tion is submitted, it goes before an and the fact that she survived thanks said. "Being here is truly like a home interview committee for analysis. to the dedication of volunteers, she away from home since we invest and "Notoriously, people use the emer- decided to pay it forward and join an spend all this time together." gency squad as a stepping stone as organization where she could help The squad provides aid not only a resume builder on a college appli- others. to North Arlington, but neighboring cation, because it looks good," Currently, NAVES operates with towns as well. "II Kearny is on a call McDermott said. "Following in that three ambulances. They are funded and they need help with another, we direction, we've had people go on to by the Borough of North Arlington as go down there," [akiel said. 'The same be doctors, nurses, lawyers, police offi- well as a yearly fund-raiser. All those thing with Lyndhurst and other towns. cers, a good percentage of our older interested in NAVES can call 201-991- We've been out to Belleville. Anywhere volunteer fire department members 3307 or stop by 575 Schuyler Ave. to where they might need help." started here." pick up an application. The volunteers also extended a During the application process, the helping hand alter the terrorist attacks candidate is invited on a ride-along to Call Jennifer at 201-4S8-87OO NJDOT announces Route 3 Community briefs EAST RUTHERFORD — East bridge replacement begins Rutherford Seniors, Inc. will hold its annual picnic at its next meeting on By John Soltes total of 15 acceleration and decelera- Tuesday, Aug. 24 at noon. Only mem- F.nrioK IN ('ini-r tion lanes will be constructed, and ihe bers invited. Next senior bus trip is roadway shoulders will be upgraded. scheduled for Sept. 15 at Ehrhardt's RUTHERFORD — The New The bridge replacement is part in Hawley, Pa. — an Italian festi- jersey Department of Transportation of a larger project by the NJDOT val/show, plus open bar and family- Protect O Your car announced Tuesday, Aug. 17 thai to address the many different spans style luncheon. Tickets are $36. Call work on the replacement of the across Route 3 (Park Avenue and Barbara at 201-438-6595. Route 3 bridge over the Passaic River Ridge Road included). RUTHERFORD — A job seekers O Your house. has started. The current moveable Controversial noise walls are support group will meet Thursday, bridge will be replaced with a fixed also planned for the residents who Aug. 19 at 7:30 p.m. at Rutherford O Your bank account span, which will connect Qifton with live along Route 3 in Lyndhurst, Congregational Church, 251 Union Rutherford and I.vndhurst. Rutherford and Clifton. Ave. in Rutherford. This meeting will The N[l>() I esiini.it.rs that 1 IL',000 As of now, no detours are planned especially focus on resume writing vehicles use the bridge even single lor the project. Three lanes of Route 3 and job interviewing tips. dav. making it one of the most heavily will remain open. There may be inter- LYNDHURST — The Lyndhurst trawled spans in the state. Motorists mittent lane closures at night. Health Department, in partnership often use Route '\ u> eithei travel west The project, which is funded by with the Meadowlands Area YMCA, is Save an average of $696* toward Route Hi and HO. oi to navel the federal government, is estimated pleased to announce that registration east toward the Lincoln funnel and to cost $149 million. J.F. Creamer & has begun for its fall yoga and Zumba Protect yourself with America's #1 New York C.itv. Sons and Joseph M. San/ari, Inc. were classes. Classes will be held at the car and home insurance company" health department, starting the week The st.nr depai imciil enacted awarded the construction project, Give me a call and start saving today overnight lane closures Friday, Aug. Replac ing the deficient Passaic of Sept. 20. Chair yoga is a 30-minute 13 in .iritH ip.uion o| the construction River t russing bridge demonstrates session while yoga and Zumba meet phase of the project. Now. daytime NJDOT's commitment to maintain- lor 60 minutes. Yoga will be held on 1 Anthony Bancvenia, Ag*nt liaf'fic has been shifted to the right Monday nights, from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. 551 Valley Brook Avenue ing public safer) , reducing congestion Uk» a good neighbor, Stmtm Farm it ttfrm* hi establish ,i "< i insii IH lion /one in (bring a mat). Chair yoga will be held Lvndhurst. NJ 07071 and modernizing our bridge inven- Bus 201-935-0444 tile median of the htghw.iv nvet the tors," staled NJDOT Commissioner Fridays, starting at noon. Zumba is www. tyndhurstinsu ranee com held Tuesday nights from 7 p.m. to hndK<-" James Simpson in a press release, IMStateFarm file span, which was first built in "I lie new bridge, along with the addi- X p.m. Each class meets for 10 weeks. I'M't. w.is i, • n,i|\ found to be struc- tional upgrades along Route 3, will Total cost for Lyndhurst residents benefit motorists by helping to reduce is $30 for yoga and Zumba ($50 for turalh dri'h n lit file N[DO1 antic i- i Firm Mutuil Automob** In paies mipiowug the bridge's ace el- c ongestion-related delays." non-residents). Chair yoga is free for IL Slltl Ft.ru Gtwil i i ,ili'in ,uid flei < l(i .nmn lanes, w hie h I.vndhurst residents ($20 for non- No time frame was immediately residents). Registration can be done h.iu lesulietl ID immeioiis auidents available on when the expansive proj- ami (raii'n i oii^estiou ovei the wars. in pet son or via mail. Visit wwo.lynd- ec ( will be c ornplete. hunlhealth.org. 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Rutherford official ques- Birdsall, who was in favor then they can do something As recently as 2004, the DEP tioned whether housing Rutherford split of the resolution, said "you like reinstating local aid for rentty awns and operates reported an unknown or would mean the borough At the most recent meet- don't solve one problem by Rutherford and other com- much of the land at the uncontrolled discharge into could collect more property ing of the Rutherford creating another. ... The munities that need it," he complex. The New Jersey the soil at the complex. taxes, or whether the proj- Borough Council, the free- trickle-down effect would said. Meadowlands Commission, Cassella said he believes ect would be classified tax- holder resolution oppos- not be beneficial to the Other towns in the local which has authority over the environmental problem exempt or fall under the ing housing was shot down. entire South Bergen area." area are coi. .id< . ing adopt- the wetlands in the area, of housing is one consid- umbrella of pilots in lieu of Democratic council mem- Genovesi differed in ing the conn.) re,.,lution. does not have control of the eration, but also the over- taxes (PILOTs). bers Kimberly Birdsall his view. "I objected to the Wood-Ridge Borough future plans of the complex. all look and feel of East They make it up as they and John Parnofiello and premise of it," he said in Administrator Chris Eilert Currently, the power of Rutherford should be dis- go along," he said. "And Republican John Sasso all an interview. "I don't agree could not confirm or deny development is in the hands cussed. it doesn't matter who is voted for the county resolu- with putting housing in the that the measure would be of the New Jersey Sports To me, high-density in office. They are going tion, while Republicans Rose Meadowlands. However, I put to vote at the next coun- and Exposition Authority. housing just takes away from to do what they want and Inguanti, John Genovesi do want to see the continu- cil meeting in September. But that responsibility may the character of the town," somewhat ignore what the and Joseph DeSalvo voted ation of commercial devel- Thorn Ammirato, spokes- not fall under the purview Cassella added. "It changes mayors or governing bod- no. opment. The Meadowlands person for North Arlington, of the agency for too much the whole complexity of the ies have to say. They just go Mayor John Hipp cast the area and the State of New gave a similar answer. longer. community." about their business." deciding vote against adopt- Jersey both need an eco- No matter how many Hanson's commission But the mayor conceded Christie did not offer a ing the resolution, stating nomic engine." towns sign on to the resolu- has called for the essential that often a municipality's comment as of press time. that the Hanson report In general, Genovesi said tion, the real or perceived disbanding of the NJSEA. hands are tied when dealing If housing were fea- never offers housing as a he agrees that the Hanson threat of housing will likely In addition to the with the state. "You learn tured near the complex, possibility for the complex. report is a proper first step continue to be a political zoning issues, the Newpretty fast that the state does it wouldn't be an histori- Hipp said he was "person- toward unloading the bur- football in the upcoming Jersey Department of what it wants," he said. "It cal first. Before the sports ally offended" by the factual den of the racetrack and election. Environmental Protection ignores other people's sug- venues, the area of East inaccuracies in the resolu- IZOD Center. "If you were still lists the land at the com- gestions." 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The league, tain time. each team puts five players players from all over New grew up in the '80s and I was which is comprised of two "I'm 35 and you have on the track, including four WALLINGTON — Quad Jersey, including some from a big skater. ... I went to one teams — the all-star team, to be at least 21," Parente blockers and a jammer. The skates? Check. Knee pads? South Bergen County. practice, put on my skates the Ironbound Maidens explained. There's a girl in blockers from each team Check. Wrist guards? Check. There is a wide array of and it was like I had never and the league's "b-team," our team that is in her 50s. form the pack. The jammers Helmet? Check. Mouth personalities, ages and pro- been off skates." the Brick City Bruisers — You can be anywhere from start off behind the pack guard? Check. fessions that comprise the used to practice and play 21 to 30, 45, 50.... To me as and are the point-scorers in This is the list of equip- Garden State Rollergirls — in Newark's Branch Brook long as you are athletic you the bouts. They earn points ment that many women everything from mothers Park. can do it." by passing each opposing have decided to implement and lawyers to teachers and Both practices and bouts Those interested, be pack member. into their wardrobe selec- nurses. a were held outdoors. advised, these women are The ultimate success is tion. These women form "We have everything," However, their bouts completely devoted to the passing the opponent's jam- a part of an underground Parente said. "This is a very We all have to be a only took place on Fridays. game and fully accept that mer. The pack's main objec- sport that is becoming more diverse environment. That little bit of a crazy Wanting to appeal to a larg- pestering, negative thing tive is to inhibit the oppos- and more popular with each is one of the reasons why we er crowd, the league recendy that, unfortunately, comes ing team's jammer from passing day- flat track roller like it so much. ... But we girl to do this. moved to Wallington, mak- with every sport: injury. advancing through. The derby. all have to be a little bit of a ing the Inline Skating Club "A friend of mine broke a jammer that first completes The all-female Garden crazy girl to do this, because V of America its new home leg during a game," Parente the task has the right to State Rollergirls is one you are skating around beat- Michele Parente and allowing the Rollergirls recalled. "I've seen many, end that particular jam, thus league that boasts roller ing girls up. But we all came to hold bouts on Saturdays many concussions. A team- making some jams a couple derby as its sport of choice, here to be ourselves, skate aka 'II Bandito' indoors (even though diey mate of mine just hurt her of seconds long. Though ihe league and do a sport that we all still split their three-times- ankle. ... I mean, your body Blockers can use shoul- was originally formed in like." Roller derby, although a a-week practices between is exposed. One of my girl- der and hip checks, as well Newark four years ago, the The nicknames of each bit of a novelty, has a grow- Newark and Wallington). friends and teammates is as booty blocks, to attempt Rollergirls recently decided player are as diverse as the ing and loyal fan base. At The move comes at a getting married in October. to stop the odier team's jam- to move to Wallington and occupations of the women most games, approximately great time for die team. Just She won't play because she mer from passing them. have the small municipality who take part in the bouts. 200 to 300 spectators come this year they became part is scared she'll hurt herself However, just like any be the home turf for their There's Belle N. to watch the adrenaline- of the Women's Flat Track before the wedding." other sport, there is a set of bouts (the sport's term for Somebashin' and Lady filled action, even though Derby Association, Parente Injuries sustained outside rules and penalties handed a game). Vengeance, to name a few of some audience members said. of bouts are also common out to those skaters who In an interview with the more interesting ones. don't know much about In order to be consid- in the sport. As a result of fight or block illegally (such The leader, Rollergirls Parente was brought into roller derby. ered for the Garden State trying to break in some new as tripping and punching). public relations coordina- the league because of the "A lot of people don't Rollergirls, women must be skates, many end up with If you would like more tor Michele "II Bandito" influence of a friend. truly know what the sport at least 21 years old and able blisters. information on roller derby, Parente, 35, who plays in "Two summers ago, is," Parente said. "In the to complete certain physi- The object of roller derby the Garden State Rollergirls the "jammer" position, dis- I went away on a cruise," beginning of each game we cal trials associated with centers around bouts that or how to become a mem- cussed aspects of this action- Parente said. "When I got do a demo." the sport itself, including are divided into two 30-min- ber, visit www.garden- packed emerging sport that back, my best friend said, A growing interest in the learning how to skate, per- ute periods. During these stateroUergirls. com. to some may still be consid- Hey, I joined this sport, sport allowed the Garden forming different stops and periods, many jams take ered somewhat of an oddity. roller derby. Come watch State Rollergirls to recon- skating a certain number of place. A jam can last up Call Jennifer at 201-438-8700 Rutherford reaches money saving deal with furloughs By Susan C. Moeller co-pays for doctor visits and The white collar bargain- it," Harrison said. "We are ough $200,000 from this and borough officials blame SENIOR RFPORTFR prescription drugs. ing unit, which has been employed, and that's the year's police budget fell the other side. The unions also agreed to without a new contract since whole point." through at the last minute. RUTHERFORD — ongoing discussion of "sal- 2008, also finalized salary A deal to save the bor- Both union representatives Call Susan at 2O1-438-87OO Three of Rutherford's increases for 2008 through employee unions have 2012. In 2008 and 2011, reached agreements with a employee wages will stay the the borough, allowing for, same. For the other years, among other things, 20 fur- What it boils down they will receive a 1-percent lough days from now until to is saving your job. increase, according to Mark the end of the vear. Harrison, who negotiated The furloughs will help for the employees. the borough council close v "What it boiled down to is a multi-million-dollar bud- Sharon DelVecchio saving your job," said Sharon get gap for 2010. Beginning white collar union rep. DelVechhio, an employee HUEKRRY FARMER'S MARKET Aug. 20, all borough offices ry and wage concessions," who also represented the 1 locust Ave. • Walllngto* Hi 07057 will be dosed Fridays until id they agreed to meet while collar union. "We bit 97 J.614.1900 ihc end of the year. the bullet and made a deci- Exit 11A from 21 North • Exit 11 f row 21 In addition to the fur- sgularly to discuss "con- sion." South • PattnoH Avc. Exit from Koutt 17 lough days, the while collar, tinuing a four-day, 36-hour This year's furloughs will ork week in 2011." Department of Public Works effectively cut one month's Farm and department head bar- Employees were moti- salary from each employee's Farm gaining units all agreed to vated by a desire to avoid compensation package. Frith Fruh concessions on health ben- layoffs, said Paul Dansbach, "But at least there is 11 Klrby tnut efits — including increased who negotiated on behalf of months of salary to go with Cueuwber Squaih the department heads. 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Bergen area who will con- Patrick Allen and Rob tinue to cheer on Big Blue Johnson, both Eagles fans, and Gang Green in their travelled from Old Bridge new state-of-the-art stadium to the stadium to see the this fall. national soccer team. The Leader recently took a "I think the sight lines trip to see the new stadium are beautiful," Allen said. in action at the United States 'The prices are higher than vs. Brazil soccer match. Now the old stadium. And the the newspaper is ready to parking situation is inexcus- share with its readers the ins able. Two hours to get to my and outs of a trip to the New parking spot and $25 a car? Meadowlands Stadium. Come on." The Leader took the train "It is massive and sprawl- from Secaucus Junction ing," Johnson said. "But it is to the Meadowlands. The a little bit boring. There's option may not seem ideal nothing very unique about for many in the South it." Bergen area, but it is cheap The Giants and Jets compared to the steep $25 will try to erase the "bor- parking fee for your vehicle. ing" feel, when during each From the Lyndhurst, home game the stadium will Rutherford and Wood- "change" to create a unique Ridge train stops, the ride home field advantage. Much costs $2.25 each way to the to the delight of Jets fans, stadium. It's up to the visitor the seats are not red and if they are willing to sacrifice blue at the new stadium, but tailgating for the sake of sav- rather a neutral grey. Some ing money. are even different shades But the Meadowlands match. It could have been across the stadium, giving Xanadu project, which has that it was a night game the allusion that seats are been delayed for years, on a workday that so many filled when they are in fact promises to provide visitors cars were arriving at the empty. with bars and restaurants, same time, but to be on the Advice from The Leader, which will likely offer a safe side: arrive early and Park near an exit with at more expensive alternative park near an exit. The land least five people in your car to traditional tailgating. on which the old stadium to split the cost of parking. once stood is still closed off, SB Visit a local eating establish- Upon arrival to the new stadium^ prepare to be which, limits parking.. ment before the game or introduced to every corpo- The wider concourses bring your own food to eat rate logo one can imagine. and larger plaza areas make in the parking lot. Gone are the days of gates getting into the stadium eas- Arrive early to avoid miss- A, B, C and D. ier. The Leader sat upstairs ing kickoff; at least until the The Verizon, Pepsi Max, behind the goal, which for old stadium's base is paved Bud Light and Met Life Jets fans is the non-PSL for parking. Find an escala- gates will greet you on your area. The stadium seating tor to ride to your seats if way into the venue. Bright is higher, but still, the sight opposed to IcridW Where \) you're upstairs, or it could signs showing Gatorade or lines are tolerable, even for ifYou're at the Mel take you a long time to hike McDonald's advertisements a cheap seat. up the new ramps to the will also welcome you to the It is clear that the lower P upper deck (no more spi- New Meadowlands Stadium. the seats are, the better the rals). This phone conversation experience is for the visi- his massive a ttt it is a Cttk^t boring." • ^ Make sure you know was overheard outside the tor. This is true for almost which gate to enter, because Verizon gate from a man on any venue, but the upper simplicity is no longer the his cell phone: "You're at tier of the new stadium is name of the game; it's now the Met life gate? How am not much different from climbing over $10. Bottom It was evident that the ride white face paint for the about ad revenue. If the I supposed to know where the former place next door. line: eat and drink before out via NJ Transit trains game, and it wasn't just for recent soccer game is any that is? Hold on, I'll walk However, the shape of the you get to the game. would not be as smooth as the red, white and blue soc- indicator of the outgoing around." stadium, which is similar to Those thinking of run- the ride in. cer team competing. traffic, do not be afraid to let Everything in the stadi- the old one, provides a loud ning on the field should Even in the midst of a "I like this new stadium a your kids down and "leave um is sponsored, except of and lively atmosphere for think twice. In Philadelphia, soccer game, the talk in the lot better," said Kyle Fritch, early." It will be worth it. course for the stadium itself. spectators. they've used tasers, but in surrounding rows was about of Barkhamsted, Conn. "It's The new stadium is more It will have fans wondering The concourses are a this stadium after the game, the NFC East and "Hard not like Jenyworld," he said, expensive, but if you are why they needed to pay for little wider, and the bath- eight State Police officers Knocks," the HBO series referring to the new home one of those fans who need PSLs, as the ad space alone rooms are a lot nicer. In the with dogs stood nearby on that is currently document- of the Giants rival Dallas to be there no matter what looks to have made up for men's room, there is even a the field to make sure no ing Jets' training camp. It's Cowboys. the price, it will be a great the enormous $1.6 billion steel platform where people one got a better view than clear the fans are excited for "It's about football. It's a place to see a game. construction cost. can put their drinks while those who paid for a $20,000 the arrival of football, not great football stadium," he Enjoy the season Jets and The traffic continued using the rest room. PSL in Coaches Club seat- futbal, this season. added. Giants fans! to crawl through the park- Concession prices are ing. One fan in particular, Other fans thought the (above photo by ing lots even 15 minutes what you would think they At the end of the match, from Connecticut, wore stadium seemed boring. Ray Smith) after the official kickoff of are, with beers approach- thousands of people gath- a Jeff Feagles Giants away "It clearly looks like they the United States vs. Brazil ing $9 and some sandwiches ered near the train station. jersey and sported red and put a lot of work into it," said Call Ray at 201-438-8700 Hasbrouck Heights 201-288-5533 Wood-Ridge 201-939-2224 JI5JJ9S& Has joined our family Meet the home loans team with a proven record of service. 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"We had only one LYNDHURST — the All-League second of .800. hurling, as he pitched to a Walker, a sophomore senior on the team, Justin Following a season in which string and Robert Nichirco A junior backstop who 2.73 earned run average. sixth slot slugger who Gianelli," recounted veteran the baseball battalion from was named to the AU-BCSL hit out of the three hole, As the club's cleanup patrolled left field, averaged head coach Butch Servideo Lyndhurst High School Honorable Mention list. Schneidenbach fashioned a clubber, Catena connected .302, with 15 RBIs and 14 of his 2010 Golden Bears went 20-9 overall, with a 13-5 In addition, Naseef .358 batting average, to go at a .333 clip, with 14 RBIs, runs scored, while Nichirco, baseball bunch. mark in the league loop and was voted Third Team along with two dozen RBIs, 13 runs recorded, four dou- a soph shortstop/DH and "Justin was the team man- a runner-up finish to only All-Bergen honors by the nine runs scored (running bles and a pair of triples to the squad's seventh spot ager last year, but we made 15-3 Saint Mary's in the county s coaches cabinet the bases only part-time), his credit. swinger, sported stats of 22 him a player/manager this Bergen County Scholastic after making the All-County 38 hits, a nonet of two-base Kim, a junior right- RBIs and 17 runs scored, year. However, outside of League/Olympic Division Second string last time hits, four three-base safeties, handed hurler who was the to go along with a septet of Justin, we had only a lot standings, a total of a half- around. a trio of round-trip ticket hit squad's starter at shortstop doubles, two triples, a pair juniors and sophomores dozen members of the A junior centerfielder blasts, a slugging percent- or DH when not toeing the of over-the-wall efforts and a and a couple of freshmen, Golden Bears contingent who hit leadoff, Naseef is age of .604 and only four rubber, hit fifth and bat- batting average of .315. so, basically, we've got every- have reaped some level of now a two-time First Team fielding errors all season. ted .394, with 15 RBIs, 15 By totaling a score of body back next year and, post-season plaudits. All-BCSL selection. Catena, a southpawed runs scored, 28 safeties, an wins and finishing as the with the BCSL being dis- Mark Naseef, Dave Naseef averaged .490, sophomore slinger who octet of doubles, a triple Olympic Division runner- solved, we're going to look Schneidenbach and Joey with 49 hits, 21 runs batted played first base when not and a home run on his stats up, Lyndhurst has won 20 or to be the first ever cham- Catena were all elected to in and 34 scored, 11 walks, on the mound, went 7-2 sheet. As a pitcher, Kim more games in six straight pion in our new league." the All-BCSL/Olympic First an on-base number of .521, with a 4-0 mark in confer- worked four dozen stanzas seasons and has been the Team by that conference's a septet of doubles, a quin- ence combat from the hill, and racked-up 34 K's, while league's champion or pen- Call Bill at 973-783-9236 162 VALLEY BLVD WOOD-RIDGE ARLENE 201-728-HOME (4663) SIGRETTO Mark Czamecki, SRES REALTY Broker/Owner EAST RUTHERFORD $262,000 ImliM 1 >*• "•*• WWYC tm * »n». m Saetfai. 3 M». b*> rftt J M Mi. La* Mrwn «** .12 d~t». fcc-l u*, m.4t*.***«*l «•«•, KM »/ PHOTO BY Bill A11EN-NJ SPORT/ACTION fctWCftfekfeP »V fat The six members of the baseball battalion from Lyndhurst High School who have garnered post-season plaudits ore, from left: junior Mark Naseef, sophomore Robert Nichirco, junior Dave Schneidenbach, sophomore Joe Catena, junior James Kim and sophomore Michael Walker. 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TO THE EDITOR: I am writing this letter about the tax Taxpayers are increase in Lyndhurst. As a resident of the town, with a rental home here as well, I am appalled at the overspend- ing going on in such harsh econom- already selfless ic times. My husband and I were at Lyndhurst Mayor Richard to increase, citizens have the town meeting recently and Mayor DiLascio didn't exactly leu and less of an opportu- Richard DiLascio's lack of answers is direct hungry residents to nity to be generous because not surprising — but still frustrating. eat cake instead of bread, they are losing their eco- The main reason I am writing is but he did have a bit of a nomic freedom. because Lyndhurst is planning all of Marie Antoinette moment Yet this truth seems lost these infrastructure upgrades. Things at the township's Tuesday, on the Lyndhurst mayor have been going on in the town for Aug. 10 meeting. and many other local may- the past couple of years — repairs to Faced with a roomful of ors. The mayors find it very roadways/fire hydrants (most recently people, many of whom were easy to be "selfless" when along Orient Way), building a ridicu- undoubtedly concerned they are spending other lously expensive town hall park — but about their rising taxes, people's money. where is the public bid information for DiLascio offered a series of Factually, DiLascio's "self- these projects? explanations and assuranc- less" comment is disingenu- They are also planning more road- es. He should have stopped ous. way/water main repairs — and I'm Bergen. To somehow suggest I sup- there. Improvements are being wondering where, if it's even listed MASSA SOUNDS OFF ported EnCap is like claiming Derek Instead, he catapulted to made all over town. The (which I have looked all over and have Jeter plays for the Mets and Rex Ryan the moral high ground. sheer volume of work is seen nothing), this bid information TO THE EDITOR: coaches the Giants. "We have to get away from evidence that the taxpayers would be? How do we know what they A plan or a proposal? I'm seeking to solve the problems the self portion of this thing of Lyndhurst have already are spending and if it's a competitive That's the question before North of the community by examining all (and) into the selfless por- "selflessly" paid for many bid? Not to mention, my husband is a Arlington as we move forward in these opportunities and alternatives that will tion," DiLascio said. "Where things the township's lead- plumbing, heating, excavation and fire discussions of what is the best way to financially benefit North Arlington. we all share in things that ers want. protection contractor and we would redevelop our Meadowiands parcels. I've crossed party lines in the past and maybe we don't want them The Lyndhurst Board like to have the opportunity to submit In 2006, I ran against EnCap and will do so again to get things done. I've but maybe others do." of Commissioners has also a price since this work is being done. the Arlington Valley project with the offered Hughes leadership roles in The selfish/selfless argu- negotiated new contracts Where is this information and is the help of individuals like Councilmen governing only to be turned down and ment falls short on several and salary increases with town even accepting bids or giving the Steve Tanelli and Mark Yampaglia. ignored with partisan posturing and levels. numerous employees. work to whomever they want? We won that battle. no alternatives to the problems facing Most basically, nothing Was that spending self- Stephanie Mehns I testified in court to beat back the the borough. rankles more than a poli- less for the commissioners, Lyndhurst EnCap agreement and urged then- Now senior citizens are being taxed tician scolding the people who undoubtedly hope for U.S. Attorney Chris Christie to for- out of their homes because of Hughes' for their lack of morality. re-election? Was it selfless mally investigate this housing scheme tax increase. People are out of work Our culture no longer (if it for the employees who want that collapsed under its own weight. and need jobs, not political gridlock ever did) accepts the view more money? UNIFORMS ARE A GREAT IDEA We beat back the notion of eminent- from a freshman councilman who that politicians are so much No, it wasn't. TO THE EDITOR: domain seizure and the Council on lacks a serious record of accomplish- better than the people they And, to be honest, that's School uniforms are a great idea. Affordable Housing's ill-fated man- ment. serve. OK. Capitalism works on the What no one is considering is that date of low-income housing that would In the area of redevelopment, we Economically, the premise that people pursue when a student puts on a football, have destroyed property values and have an oudine that's been updated DiLascio moral lecture is their own self-interest. baseball, basketball or soccer uniform, transformed North Arlington into an and nothing more. To me, that's a meaningless. But, there is a third, they try to achieve the best perfor- extension of Jersey City and Hudson plan just waiting to fail. To ensure that What DiLascio misses is silent and largely powerless mance. The uniform gives them pride. County. we don't miss an opportunity, I've con- that taxpayers can never be partner in any negotiation Look at the police; when they put on I have a record of doing what I said tacted the New Jersey Meadowiands selfless. In order to make an between a public union and a uniform their chest swells with pride, I would do. Commission to explore the WSI pro- act of charity or do a selfless governing body: the taxpay- also firefighters. It will improve their In contrast. Councilman Richard posal that could bring $1.25 million act, an individual needs to er who foots the bill for what grades. The teachers should like this Hughes wants to rewrite history and annually to the community with the have a true choice to not do the other two agree on. idea because they will eventually be forget his own promises of lowering purchase of the baler facility and the something. So, when the dust set- valued on class performance. property taxes and instead support this construction of a $200 million, state-of- Taxpayers don't have this tles, and people question Kenneth Ludviksen year's 22-point, 14-percent tax hike, choice. When the local gov- the rising costs of living in North Arlington the largest increase in all of South Pleose see LETTERS on Page B4 erning body spends money Lyndhurst, let's not scold and then increases taxes to them for being "selfish." pay for it, taxpayers don't Consider: Taxpayers MIXED MESSAGE FOR RUTHERFORD POLICE have a choice. They have to don't want to part with their pay or the local government money any more quickly will force them to pay. Taxes than the politicians want Fake news brief: Local police decide to outlaw political ineptitude are an obligation imposed to part with their power or by government, not an the employees their benefits opportunity for charity. and salaries. The reality is that with To think otherwise is self- LAYOFPSlll THBBB-YBAR the tax burden continuing ish indeed. /I/ THE LEADER OF THE WEEK Columnists The Leader recently began running guest columns every other week. They alternate with the newspaper's in-house column, "The View From Here." So far, we have had engag- ing thoughts from North Arlington Mayor Peter Massa, Assemblyman Gary Schaer and Rocco A. Mazza, president of Page Communications Associates, LLC. These three individuals have taken the time and courage to voice their opinions to a greater audience. You probably didn't agree with all of them, but their efforts are appreciated. Engaging people through opinion pieces is as American as it can get. Have someone you'd like to nominate? E-mail The Leader at John@LeaderNewspapers. net. BY: JOHH KO3A 8 MAIU JOtiNB0»Al«MB.C0M COLUMN "Pulse of the Meadowiands" • A publication of The Bargan Nswspopar Group UC Seeing beyond what we're wearing Teterboro • Wood-Ridge • Carlstadt • East Rutherford • Albert Einstein once said, "I never home that didn't support the trendi- my parents raised me not to blend Rutherford • Lyndhurst • North Arlington • Wallington think of the future. It comes soon est clothes, nor did we possess the in to a sea of mediocrity. But I'll never forget what it felt like to be dis- Established 1894 enough." His words are resoundingly expendable income needed to afford true when you realize in only a few them. So my wardrobe was often inex- missed by people your own age simply The top weekly mailed circulation in South Bergen short weeks, schools in our area will yet pensive and dated in terms of its style because you weren't wearing the most 9 Lincoln Avenue, Rutherford, New Jersey 07070 again open their doors to educate the and design and classmates often took socially accepted clothing of the time. Telephone: 201-4S&8700 • Fax: 201-438-9022 young minds of tomorrow. notice. Students opposing school uniforms E-mail: [email protected] But some districts are already expe- today continue to stress how their indi- Web site: www.LeaderNewspapers.net riencing controversy before a new year viduality is being challenged. However, begins, as a heated debate intensifies I find it somewhat ironic how often NJPA regarding the proposal of student uni- they strive to look just like each other Mailed to 36,837 homes, apartments, townhouses and businesses in forms in some public schools. — to wear the most popular fashions Carlstadt. East Rutherford, Rutherford. Lyndhurst, Wallington and North Other towns and states, which have in an effort to be socially accepted by Arlington. Newsstands in Wood-Ridge. Belleville. Carlstadt, Clifton, already adopted such practices, have their peers. How is that an expression East Rutherford. Hasbrouck Heights. Keamy, Little Ferry, Lyndhurst, cited encouraging discipline, lessening of oneself? Moonachie, North Arlington, Nudey, Rutherford, Secaucus and peer pressure, diminishing economic Furthermore, are we to believe that Wallington. 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It is our actions Andrew Segedtn from those whose wardrobes will be Let's face it, puberty can be a cruel that will speak volumes to the person RxvSmkh we want the world to see us as. Reporters drastically altered — the students. and unjust time for many teenagers. Ontaopher Muiioli Their strongest argument against stan- From acne breakouts to awkward Uniforms will not take anything CTO dardized uniforms continues to be its growth spurts to embarrassing voice away from a teen's individuality or the JoAnn Merklinghaua RonPetoia infringement upon their freedom of changes, two months is a long time for high school experience, believe me. Advertising Director Senior Aanunt Executive! expression. a young body to change and your class- What it hopefully will do is abolish our JohnV. Soltra When I was a teenager in the early mates will undoubtedly take notice reliance on materialistic possessions Classifisds Executne tjhlor in CJuef 1990s, I remember the administra- when you report to homeroom on the and brand names that many cling to WUeVariUsa tion mulling over the idea of impos- first day of school. for acceptance as teenagers and adults. Sports Columnist ProduOion 6" Design Manager ing mandatory uniforms at our high One's outward appearance is a vital Maybe it will prevent those who have financial means from looking down •atCI , Ex|. school. In truth, I was one of a hand- part of being a young teenager and I Senior Reporter ful of students who not only sup- personally struggled for acceptance and belittling those whose families are ported the idea, but also prayed it from those who were quick to make just getting by from week to week. And Letten to the Editor policy: The deadline for letters is 5 p.m. on Fridays, most importantly, it might just force for the following week's publication. All letters should be e-mailed to Editor* would come to fruition. I remember judgments simply because of what I UaderNempapm.net. Please include your name, phone number and address. my peers thought I was crazy for sup- was wearing. In my mind, the concept impressionable teenagers to judge The Leader reserves the right to edit stories for AP style, grammar and design porting such a radical proposal — one of uniforms would force my young their peers based upon one's charac- purposes. Letters should be no longer than 250 wordi. classmate even told me, "Why would classmates to do something they had ter, which has nothing to do with what Adverdang dhcbhner: The publisher reserves Che right to refuse, cancel you wanna come in here looking like never done before —judge one anoth- they're wearing. ' or reclassify any advertising copy or illustration at any time, whether or not the everybody else?" er based on character not on clothing. "The View from Hm" runs tvtry other same has already been acknowledged and/or previously published Well you see, I was raised in a Now as an adult, I'm thankful that tank, aitemating with guest columns. B4 THE LEADER THURSDAY. AUGUSTS, 2010 Continued from LETTERS on Page B3 team will say they were just doing their job, The team cam look back with pride and implement die use of uniforms. I think of it as so much more and would like with the belief that the Bullets are now Economics: Times are tough, especially the-art green technology facility that could to thank them from the bottom of my heart. firmly established. A steady influx of Legion for families who have more man one child employ as many as 150 local residents. "Just doing your jobs" makes living in North players is assured and the team expects to attending schooL These families are usu- To me, redevelopment needs to be more Arlington that much better. ally unable to keep lib with the latest fash- challenge the Hackensack Troasts for domi- ion whim, and usually leave the parent(s) than the Meadowlands. It needs to be Michael Fogo nance in the Met League for years to come. about taking dormant properties like Ridge feeling bad and the student(s) like an North Arlington Tom BynM outcast. Therefore, purchasing uniforms Lumber and Spring Air Mattress and com- North Arlington pelling the owners to clean up these eye is much more economical. Thus, enabling sores and move forward. Sadly, Hughes has the parent(s) to catch their breath, and THE SOUTH BERGEN BULLETS FIND purchase die fashion trend at a later date. done nothing in his three years as a council- THE 28TH AMENDMENT? man to bring a single business to the com- SUCCESS Appearance is everything: First impres- munity. Instead, he wastes the borough's TO THE EDITOR: TO THE EDITOR: sions are just that. valuable resources on wild goose chases Shortly after the final game last year, a For too long we have been too com- From time to time, we have "guests" like his nomadic investigation of a water player on the Lyndhurst American Legion placent about the workings of Congress. such as the superintendant of schools visit; sale that to date has yielded the borough Post 139 team circulated the idea that the Many citizens have no idea that members or there may be a district principals/vice more than $7 million in cash and system departing players should form a new team of Congress could retire with the same pay principals meeting at our school, or even a upgrades. for 2010. It was decided that the team after only one term, that they specifically special assembly — the students don't need I have a record of doing what I said I should attempt to enter the most competi- exempted themselves from many of the to worry about looking neat. would do four years ago in the worst of eco- tive and longest established league in North laws they have passed while ordinary citi- When there is a class trip it is so much nomic conditions. Jersey — the Met League. But major orga- zens must live under those laws. The latest easier to identify the students, for exam- Can Hughes really say the same? nizing problems would have to be overcome measure is to exempt themselves from the ple, when visiting a place like the Liberty Working together for the common good if the team were ever to get off the ground. health-care reform that is being considered Science Center. has always been my objective in 12 years of Persistence paid off. The Industrial ... in all of its forms. Somehow, that doesn't Wearing colors: There are some school elective office and over four decades of pub- Concrete Co. generously provided full spon- seem logical. We do not have an elite that districts that may experience this; however, lic service as a law-enforcement professional sorship, and a highly respected coach, Matt is above the law. I truly don't care if they not all urban area schools encounter this and educator. Ackermann, was coaxed into taking the are Democrat, Republican, Independent or situation. These examples are just the tip of Mayor Pete Massa manager's job. Several other players were whatever. The self-serving must stop. This the proverbial iceberg. recruited, mostly from Stevens Institute is a good way to do that. It is an idea whose However, since we are speaking of a pub- North Arlington of Technology and William Paterson time has come. lic school district, this is a bitter pill to swal- University, to fill the roster and, finally, Proposed 28th Amendment to the United low. In part it does take away from all that is THANK YOU NATO, NAVES a lighted field in Westwood was secured States Constitution: "Congress shall make fun about attending public school. Growing for home games. Not only did the team, no law that applies to the citizens of the U.S. up, I attended private school and envied the TO THE EDITOR: named the South Bergen Bullets, gel off that does not apply equally to the senators kids attending public school — until I was a Over the years, I have got to know the ground — it soared to a division tide and/or representatives; and, Congress shall freshman in high school. many of the police officers who work in in the Met League, a remarkable feat for make no law that applies to the senators Then, my "uniform" was a daily ritual North Arlington. Time and time again, I am a first year team. In addition to an auto- and/or representatives that does not apply of jeans, tops and an occasional skirt In thankful for the job they do and the safety matic spot in the Met League playoffs, the equally to the citizens of the U.S." the fall and winter, we wouldn't be caught they provide the town. Strong leadership Bullets earned an invitation to the National It still sticks in my mind that the govern- without our leather, or fox fur jackets, plat- seems to have been passed down to each Amateur Baseball Federation tournament ment is elected by the people for their inter- forms, scarves and, of course, our gloves or and every officer. in Connecticut. est and not theirs, but it keeps on happen- mittens. In essence, our purses were like On July 16, my three-month-old son Post-season play proved the Bullets could ing. Now we are in the mess created by the mini carry-on luggage. It was our "uniform," started choking and had difficulty breath- compete with the best. In the Met League "greedy few" and the majority mass is out of but of choice. ing. A call was placed to 9-1-1 and three playoffs, a best-of-three format, the team work, lost homes, etc. There's still going to be the one student officers showed up along with NAVES and suffered a heart-breaking 4-3 loss in the Barbara Reyes who comes to school looking like he/ she slept in their clothes, and there is still Kearny F.MT. I was at work at the time third game to the North Haledon Reds, a Carlstadt and received a call from Police Officer Rui team in the league fore more than 20 years. going to be the "in crowd". We haven't Encarnacao. Instead of being panicked and In the regional tournament of the NABF, become George Orwell's "1984,"where "Big frightened by the news, I was immediately 10 of the top amateur teams in the tri-state THOUGHTS ON UNIFORMS Brother" is watching you, just putting things calmed and clearly explained of the situa- area competed in a round-robin event held into perspective. tion by Encarnacao. His phone call helped in West Haven, Conn. The Bullets won its TO THE EDITOR: We need to remember one thing, at me relax and run home with my senses first two games before losing the next two With change comes controversy. I am some point in our lives we are all wearing intact. It wound up being just a scare and to experienced Connecticut teams, one of employed with one of the largest school dis- uniforms of some sort. Underneath it all, mv son was fine. The NAVES team was great which went on to the Amateur World Series tricts in New Jersey, and have been through you will always be you. I wish you all the best and checked all his vitals before leaving my in Louisville, Ky. All four games were excit- many changes — students wearing uniforms of luck upon this great endeavor. home. ing and well-played with final inning scoring one of them. Carmelo L Martins determining the outcome of two games. Although, Encarnacao and the NAVES There are several reasons school districts Lyndhurst PAROW OBITUARIES Nazare FUNERAL HOME, INC. George E. Fecanin 23, 2010. A nurse for 25 years, she last Sheppard of Rutherford and Jill 185 RIDGE ROAD RUTHERFORD — George F Sheppard Davenport of Washington, worked at Brookwood Convalescent Memorial Home, Inc. Fecanin, 80, of Rutherford, passed D.C., and three grandchildren and Home. Terry was a former member of Joseph M. Nazare, NORTH ARLINGTON away Friday, Aug. n, 2010. George was seven great-grandchildren in Western the East Rutherford Fire Department Manager 201-99&-7555 born in Rutherford • Australia. Born into poverty" and hav- Ladies' Auxiliary. Beloved wife of and was a retired I ing left school at age 13 to help sup- Michael Cappadonna, loving mother NJLJC. No. 2852 DENISE PAROW self-employed [ port her family, Ellen became a quint- of Michele Solowinski and her husband 403 Ridge Road N J. UC. NO. 3802 salesman for W.E. [ essential representative of "the great Eric, Karen Cappadonna and Louis ELIZABETH PAROW Timmerman generation." This insightful and self- (Cappadonna, all of East Rutherford. Lyndhurst, NJ NJ. UC. NO. 3974 Whiting. He was I educated lady did it all, baking from Cherished grandmother of Nicholas 201-438-7272 HENRY S. PAROW, MGR. also a United States I scratch, canning the vield from veg- Solowinski. Dear sister of Evelyn Wertz N J. UC. NO. 1937 Army veteran of etable gardens, crocheting, sewing her and Charles Kaiser of Arizona. Also the Korean War. 1 children's clothes and eventually work- survived by cousin Ronald Schmucker Beloved husband I ing outside the home as a salesperson and his wife Kay. Predeceased by her of the late Avis and children's clothing buyer. She parents Jean Sass-Kaiser and Bernhard (nee) Hodlette (2004). Devoted uncle was a disciplined saver who proudly Sass. of George H. Pecan in and his wife purchased her Rutherford home with Arrangements by Kimak Funeral Kim. Cherished great uncle of Robert, her husband's night shift earnings. Home, Carlstadt, and St. Joseph's R.C. FUNERAL HOME Kara and Kevin. Dear brother ot Ernie Ellen also knew how to have fun. She Church, East Rutherford. Interment Fecanin and his wife Man. was first among her friends to learn Calvan (Cemetery, Paterson. In lieu 19 LINCOLN AVENUE, RUTHERFORD, NJ 07070 Arrangements by Macagna-Diflily- to drive and was known for her swim- of flowers, donations in Terry's name Onorato Funeral Home, Rutherford. ming and sleek back dive. She and Jack mav be made to the St. Jude Children's 201-939-1050 In lieu of (lowers, donations may be enjoyed many nights plaving Pinochle Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, ANGELO G. MANIA, CFSP made in memorv of George F.. Fecanin with friends and dancing at the big Memphis, TN 38105-1942. to Tvlct's (lift Foundation 201 |av St. batid nightclubs; their specialty was MANAGER - NJ LIC. JPO3201 Wood-Ridge. \.|. 07075. the Peabody. As she got older, she took Frank Alexander yoga and tai chi, joined the church RUTHERFORD—FrankAlexander, Ellen Cook James bell choir, sat in on history classes at 90, of Buntwood, N.H., and formerly RUTHERFORD — Kllen Cook Rutherford High School and was a hos- of Rutherford, died Thursday, Aug. James, 94, of Rutherford, died peace- pital volunteer until age 79. Friends say 12, 2010. Frank was born in Germany Macagm-TH^y-Onarato fully at home Saturday, Aug. 7. sur- she is among the sweetest people thev and had worked rounded by loved ones, Born and have known and will remember her as a rnaitre d' in raised in Scran ton, Pa., she lived in shining eves and beautiful smile, hei numerous restau- Funeral Home Rutherford for willingness to alwavs share whatever rants in New York Michael P. Onorato Peter M. Toscano tiK vears. She was she had, and her warm, stiong hugs. City before retir-1 Funeral Director Funeral Director ]>i ede< eased b\ She outlived most of the people who ing. He was also a hei beloved huv (ailed hei' "a great lady' but not the World War II Army I band |.<< k [allies, mam who admire her gentle kindness. veteran. Beloved j Anthony Macagna Jr.- Manager who died iii \W% I A scm< <• to celebrate Ellen's life will husband to Marie I NJ Uc. No. 3242 one d.i\ following be held at I p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 21. (nee) Siegenthaler | 41 Ames Avenge • Rutherford NJ • (201) 939-0098 t h til ,")7lli wed- | ai the First Presbyterian Church, East ( \W3). Devoted ding anni\ ei san P.tssaic Stieet, Rutherford. Memorial fat hei lo Randolph Alexander and Sh<- is a!s» i pi e(le- donations may be made to the church. Donna Trump. Cherished grandfather (eased l>\ hei sis- Foi information/condolences go to to five gi andsons and four great-grand- lei Muriel Stanton. hei brother Bill iollin\t(ilfioitnfuneralhorne.com children. Repast Luncheon ( iiok AI\(\ hei much loved grandson Arrangements by Macagna-DiiTUy- Douglas James Sheppard, who died Elke Cappadonna Onorato Funeral Home, Rutherford. To advertise in this section, please aM 201-438-8700 in FebniaiT. She is sumved by her EAST RUTHERFORD — Elke Interment at Hillside Cemetery, son and daughier-in law, William "Terry" Gappadonna (nee Sass), tiH, Lvndhmst. In lieu of flowers, dona- wl s REPAST LUNCHES and Joan James of Midland Park. departed life Friday, Aug. 13, 2010. tions rnav be made in Frank's memory hei daughter and son-in law Bonnie She was bom in Germany ami resided f . 1 (. 4 up for up to 150 t [.lines Sheppaid and Smart Sheppard to Meals on Wheels 1200 Washington in Fast Rutherford since 1969, and In Serve )our of Rutherjoid. graiidi hildren Steven Are., Suite 380, Minneapolis MN celebrated 50 years of marriage April 55-115. REPAST Catering for all Occasions Li Mil (OnaadMPnenho) PRAYF.R TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN 5/1.95 p.p. iilj WashinJI-m 201-460-777\ve. • i.irl>tad1 t 1201.939.11281 i NYvei known to fail) Paisano's wins championship I mile North of Ulant Stadium 1 Hobot..ei Road, E. HuHnrfoH Oil IIMIM beau t ill 11 flown ol Mount h ( rU iiicl, huitful vine, Nplcncloi of Heaven, Klcvsrd Molhri o| the Son ol Cod, Imm.tt ul.itf Viijrin, assist me in my MCICS- sii\ Oh Si,ii ol ilic Sea, help me and show me IICK in. Min aie mv mother, Oh Holy \lothci of (,..d. nutt'Ti of Heaven and laiili! I hnmblv beseech vou from the bot- tom ol mv heart to KIHTOI me in my neres- sitv. There are none that can withstand vout powei. Oh show me herein you an1 mv mother. Oh Man, (on reived without sin, \n.\\ foi us wlio have recourse to thee IMMANUEL Pastor Larry & Lady Jacqueline Ferguson (three times). Holy Mother, I place this LUTHERAN CHURCH NEW COVENANT cause in voiu hands (three times). Holy CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES Spun, vou who will solve all problems, light 7« Washington Place invite you to (Com. of PawiM AM 1 WnNngtOfi«.) all roads so that I can attain mv goal. You Sunday Worship Strtfca that I never want to be separated from, you E. Rutherford iii eternal glorv. Thank vou for your mercy Sunday Worship ;gt&lomnKa toward me an mine. The person must say Study and Anointing Strviw this prayer foi three consecutive days. Alter 9:30am all services held *l three davs, the prayer will be granted. This Rutherford Congregational Church praver must be published after the favor is SUBMITTED PHOTO COME AND WORSHIP gi anted. The Paisano's men's Softball team won the B division championship recently. They de- THE LORD WITH OS. 231 Union Avenue • Rutfcerford, NJ 07070 feated Mama Rosa by a score of 12-8 to win the best-out-of-five series 3-1. It was an 201-939-2386 Fof more information: B.C. all Rutherford final as both teams had Rutherford High School alumni on the field. This 201-779-8577 is Paisano's first championship. "1 THURSDAY, AUGUST 19,2010 THE LEADER 15 V . F. Kennedy . e h . MemotUi Library of in Lyndhunt at WaMngttw is pleased Call 201-933-2186, wSch include training Yotf 4697 wUl to announce it will host • Wallington Senior Civic TOEFLexam. meet TfcuttdtK Aug. 19 at a Story Time for ages 5-8 Center will host an Atlantic There i* currently « 8 p.nt.*t 233 River Road. Wedne»day, Aug. 25 at 3 p.m; City casino bus trip Thursday, list for the beginner aod. North Arlington. Call 201- A Twten Time will be held Aug. 26. Leaves VFW parking mediate d^aea. 8~MMta 991-9597. All veterans arc for ages 9-12 Thursday, Aug. from 11 am. until 7 p.m. ptetw visit the Lyndhurst tot at 8 a.m. $23, with $25 forms w01 be available at *• welcome. Bring >our DD214. 26 it 6:30 p.ra 125 Main St, mop information call '" Health Department at 253 return. Going to Resorts. Call library's Adult Circulattbft WaWogtoh. McGuire *t 201-955-2 Stuyvesant Ave., Monday 973-777-5815 or 973-778- Desk. Classes will latt for Frtd»OB/20 G«ne Scheurer at 732-5 through Friday, from 9 a.m. 6535. about 10 session. For more • St Mfchad't Feast Day 6440. to 4:30 p.m. information, call Donna at will be held Friday, Aug. 2ft 6 OTOHER EVENTS BftbicpnMtnun 201-804-2478 ext 7. p.m. to 10 p.m. and Saturday, Class of 1980 will celebrate IB Arts scene • The first Presbyterian Aug. 21,12 n.m. to 8 p.m., at Stencil drive 30-year reunion Sept 18 from . GainVUle Cafe Poetry Church of Rutherford is Stop identity theft Lyndhurst Town Hall Park, • Rutherford High School's 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Matter*! Open Mic will be held Friday, sponsoring a 14-week Bible in • The Bergen County Lyndhunt Food provided by All Sports Booster Club will Tiki Bar on the boardwalk Aug. 27,7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The 90 Days Challenge Program Utilities Authority and local restaurants, kiddie rides, sponsor a Bulldog stencil in Point Pleasant E-mail Rutherford Red Wheelbarrow starting with an introductory Lyndhunt DPW Recycling games of chance and 50/50 drive. Stencils of the Bulldog [email protected]. Poets will appear once again at session Sunday, Sept 12 at Department will sponsor a raffle. The Devotions will head and/or paw prints will Facebook page: Lhsreunion. GainVUle Caft with an open- 11:30 a.m. Participants in the one-day event where you can appear Friday night be available to be stenciled on ing musical act Admission program will read the entire have your important docu- your driveway. Donation) needed is $5 and includes coffee/tea Bible from cover to cover ments shredded by a mobile Suruky 08/22 The All Sports Boosters • The Association of the and a delicious pastry. All by reading only 12 pages a on-site shredding truck. All . The Knights will hold Club.has been an active orga- Son* of Poland assists those are welcome. 17 Ames Ave., day and are welcomed and Lyndhunt residents will be their annual picnic begin- nization for more than 35 in New Jersey who hav* Rutherford. Call 201-507- encouraged to attend the one provided the opportunity ning at 1 p.m. on Sunday, years. The proceeds of this special needs. Throughout 1800. hour weekly group session to observe their documents Aug. 22 at the KofC Hall 194 fund-raiser will go toward August and September, dona? designed to review the week's being shredded on-site. The River Road, North Arlington. the Harry Pappas scholarship tions may be brought to 333 Sports registrations assigned readings and foster documents will be limited to Tickets will be available fund. Stencils are available in Hackensack St., Carlstadt, • Registrations for the discussion. confidential/sensitive materi- through the officers and at blue or white. Bulldog head 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday Wallington Junior Football The program is currently als only. the council hall. Cost is $10 is $20, large paw print is $10, through Friday. Needed are League and Wallington Junior scheduled to complete before There is no need to for adults, $5 for children small paw is $5. used eyeglasses and unused Cheerleaders 2010 season are Christmas. There is no charge remove paperclips, staples or under 12, $25 for a family of To place order e-mail toiletries. Donations will underway. for the course and enrollment paperboard binder covers. No four (parents and children). rhsallsportboosters@gmail. be brought to the New Applications will be is open until Friday, Aug. 27 hardcover books, magazines, Call Bob Rogan at 201-390- com or call 201-935-0665. Jersey Fraternal Congress accepted until Aug. 31. through the church Web newspapers, photographs or 3359 for tickets. Come out Convention. Call 201-935- Registration fees are as fol- site at www.fpcrutherford.org X-rays will be allowed. The and enjoy the afternoon with Reunion newt 2807. lows: $15 per child for flag or by contacting the church event will take place Sept good food, good friends, good • A reunion picnic for football (ages 5 and 6); $40 office at 201-438-3569. 18, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the times. Music will be provided Lyndhurst High School Free backpack* per child for junior football For more information Little League field parking lot by DJ Music. Class of 1952 will be held • If your child needs (ages 7-14); $50 per child for you can also visit www. on Riverside Avenue. Rain or Wednesday, Sept. 15 at noon school supplies, please cheerleading (grades 3-8). Biblein90Days.org or e-mail shine. Monday 08/23 in Fairfield. Call Ken at 973- visit the Lyndhurst Health Registration forms the church at fpcongjjpcruth- • The Lyndhurst library 227-1770 or Connie at 201- Department for a free can be printed at http:// erford.org. You do not need will host a bracelet-making 438-5269. backpack. These back- leaguelineup.com/welcome. to be a member of the church SUBMITTING class for young adults (sixth- • There will be a Jersey packs were donated by asp?url-wallingtonjrpanthersto participate. nth grades) on Monday, City Junction Saturday, Sept residents and businesses in on the left side under By Friday at S p.m., e-mail Aug. 23 at 2 p.m. Create beau- 11 at Monmouth Park in the community so that all Handouts/Forms. Entertainment book* Editor@LeaderNewspap*rs. tiful bracelets using beads Oceanport $35 per person needy Lyndhurst children Call Roman Kruk at 201- • The Lyndhurst Emblem net for the next week's issue. and colorful string. This pro- (12 and under is free). Beer, can have a new backpack. 615-8260, or e-mail rjkkruk@ Club #72 is selling 2011 Press releases an not guaran- gram is free and registration wine, soda, food. 10 exciting If you would like your child hotmaU.com. Entertainment books for teed to run. Shorter releases is necessary by Wednesday, races starting at 1 p.m. Party to receive a free backpack, Bergen and Essex counties are preferred £ SINGLEFAMILY 4BEDROOMS.!5BATHS.ENCHANTINGSPUTLEVEL, Grart place to ratal horrrt COMPLETE WITH W-LAW SUTTB LOCATED IN THE HISTORICAL TOWN Of RUTHERFORD, ENJOY THE PARK UKE PROPERTY WTTH HEATH) WGROUND POOL HOUSE BOASTS A NEWER KfTCHEN WITH GRANITE COUNTER TOPS. STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES. LOTS OF CLOSET SPACE. 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ERA JUSTIN REALTY CO AS A TOP 100 WO0OUHDPMK LYNOMJRST RUTHERFORD ^ RUTHERFORD $310,000 RUTHERFORD $134,900 (FORMERLY WEST PATBtSOH) FAKTASTK COLONIAL BURKE BUILT COLONIAL DSPLOT BEAUT1HILRBtOVATH)HOME CUSTOM RAISED RANCH HALCYON PARK DISTRICT FASATT FLOOR CO-OP FOUR SEASONS ADULT COIMMfTY Triis lovety 3 BR 1.5 bath home fea- This 4 BR 1.5 bath Dutch colonial This 2-3 BR 1.5 bath colonial is situ- This large 4BR colonial with 3 full This 3 BR 3 bath home is situated This 3 BR 2 bath home features enc This 1 BR unit is totally updated, Seve^l magnificent models 4 condo- tures gleaming hardwood floors, nice shows pnde of ownership. This won- ated ona deep 150' lot- Featurescen- baths and 2 haft baths features mod on a 46 x 155 lot Features Marble front porch, LR w/FPI, DR. mod kit, Freshly painted w/ new kit & bath. miniums with upgrades. World class size rooms, mod eat-m kit, 1s! floor derful home has open mahogony tral a/c, large deck and more. Near kit w/ granite counters, finished and hardwood floors, 2 car attached 2 BRs. den i bath on istandBR& Near NY bus. 1 dog or cat OK. Many club house and recreation center. powder room, nice fenced yard w/ front porch, updated kit w/breakfast NYC bus and train. AD#-1025835 attic and basement, all large rooms, garage, central a/c, large eat-m kitch- sitting area on 2nd. Fin base w/ bath, upgrades!! AM-102B794 Indoor and outdoor pool, tennis, card patio, 1 car garage & wrap-around area, nice DR, FPI m LR, fin base, inground pool and much morel Short en. Jacuzzi bath & more. Located Hardwood floors, newer drive, fenced and game rooms, putting green, land- front porch Near everything AD«- patio and much more. ATX-2948514 walk to NY bus, tram & downtown. near everything. AD#-tO28615 yard. Near evertthmg. ADd-1028990 1033149 scaping. Priced from the Iow-J400's AW-1012949 to the low SeoO's. AW-2008055 $308,900 OLDBMOGE $368,000 RUTHERFORD $760,000 RUTHERFORD $796,000 RUTHERFORD 16,400,000 RUTHERFORD $439,900 NORTH ARLINGTON $425,000 RUTHERFORD $798,000 4 BB COLONIAL ON 2 ACRES MIXED USE BUIUHNG RETAILSTORES MXEDUSE MOVEHN COLOMAL LOVELY 2 FAMH.V YOUNG CENTER HALL COLONUL This 3 BR colonial is conveniently Thts 4 BR 2.5 bath colonial is situated This building consists of 2 retail This property conasts of 5 stores on This property consists of 5 stores 8 Thts3BRi 5 Batti home is convemanrjy This spacious 2 family with 3 BRs Th« grand nnw coosiruciw twr* w/ * located |ust a short walk to NY bus, on over 2 acres of property. Features stores and a 2 BR apt. Also 6 garag- busy Union Ave. Approx. 4500 st. 2 apartments and a warehouse m rear, located noar bus. irain, shopping & in each apt. Features a built-in 2 car Bfl»s 3.5 Mtt» on quw urwt «Mtur« ig tram, and downtown. Featues spa- inground pod. 2 car garage w/ loft. es.Locatedm the heart of ruthertord's of the stoes could be subdivided to Located in heart of downtown. Only school. O"«rs fireplace m LR. sliding garage. Located nmr everything, this ut*igrwmcajrm\hQhMyctt»,tjMBP cious rooms, nice back yard. Cad finished basement and attic Needs downtown Call for details! AD*- make 7 stores. Good income CaHfor j blocks to NY bus and train Call for doora from DR to screen porch, fin bass, is a great opportunity to live m a me* w/wuiwd cMknp & 2 wrt n CUM. n*d- today to see this affordable home. someTLC AD#-1030320 1031140 details!! ACW-1031171 ^eta,^ AIM-1031124 mod wt-m kit and more. Fenced yrtw/ residential area and collect a rental wood floorsthroughout , ig Bawrrwnt & so ^D#-1030503 *ovegroundpool.AW-i0273e6 income. AW-1021950 muchmortflAD»-lCrt249S RUTHERFORD RUTHERFORD $330,000 HASBROUCK HEIGHTS $415,000 RUTHERFORD $134,900 RUTHERFORD S20M00 $368,000 RUTHERFORD $1*800 WONDERFUL HOME LOWLY HOME WONDERFUL COLONUL UMQUE CO-OP WONDERFUL CONDO •NESTOR'S DELIGHT 2 BEDROOM HASTWKS FANTASTIC 2 FAM.Y The 4BR 2 5 Oath Bu*e built colonial Thar/aat 4 BR home features fireplace This 3 BR home features a new This end-unit Hastings unit has a This 1st floor 1 BR end-unit This 2 family with 3 BRs on 1 st floor This 2 BR duplex Hastings Village This lovely home with 3 BRs on each is on a great street. Extra large eat- m LR. Ig DR. parquet floors, natural tnm, kitchen, upgraded electric, newer completery redone kitchen with gran- Rutherford Manor condo a located in and 2 BRs on 2nd is a great opportu- unit needs some TLC. It is located ttoor has all the extras FiBpiace, cen- ite counters and wood floors. Also in kit, LR w/ FPL, Formal DR, FR, fin nice yard, and 1 car detached garage hotwater heater, newer roof, a large a park-like setting. Freshly painted, nrty for an investor. It has been rano- in a park-like setting near NY bus. tral a/c, central vac & new windows base w/ horrw theater & office, cent F«tturw rwwer root & siding. Located yard and a 1 car garage. Located in a has redone bathroom with custom vatad and has tenants n place paying on 1 st floor. Nice rental on 2nd with fixtures and granite floors. Must be rflfimshed hardwood floors. Security school and park. Nice size rooms a/c, garage, deck, sec sys A morel on quiet tree-»ned street naar everything, n*ce residential area near everything. system. Short walk to NY bus. AD*- good rents New kits, baths, root & AD4-2941258 separate entrance. 1 car garage. ADt-t 030031 seen!! Only short walk to NY bus AM-1003500 AD*-1032105 AD#-1032O57 1032082 more. ADf-2938676 AM-294427B ERA Justin Rental Corner Call us - We have many more! 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