“Pulse of the M eadowlands”

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COMMUNITY M an in m ake-up robs bank BRIEFS By Cindy Capitani looked liked some kind of sure the thief had a vehicle E d i t o r -In -C h i e f make-up to distort his appear­ somewhere, no one saw it. He W y Voter registration ance," Rutigliano said. “It was­ said the Bergen County WOODRIDGE — The n’t really white, it was darker. Canine responded to the deadline April 11 Bank of America on Were getting the video scene, as w e ll as th e B C I u n it. LYNDHURST — The Hackensack Street was held up enhanced to get a better look.” “It might be connected to Lyndhurst Township Clerk’s Friday morning by a man Rutigliano said the thief [bank robberies] in the Office will be open from 9 thought to be wearing make­ was originally described as 5- area. We’re waiting for infor­ a.m. through 9 p.m. on up. foot-7 or 5-foot-8, but is now mation from BCI, and once we Monday, April 11, for voter According to WTo<^d-Ridge believed to be closer to 6 feet get all o f that, we’ll share infor­ registration. This is the dead­ Police Chief Joseph tall. He was last seen wearing a m a tio n a n d see w h a t com es o f line to register to vote in the Rutigliano, a white male in his gray sweatshirt with writing on it . ” May 10 M unicipal Election. late 20s or early 30s with make­ it, a baseball cap with a sham­ The chief said there were up on his face walked into the rock on the front and jeans. two or three customers in the St Joe's HNS plans Bank of America branch at “He entered the bank and bank at the time and at least 207 Hackensack St. at about demanded money from the one heard the thief demand Family Breakfast 10:30 a.m . o n A p ril 1. H e d id ­ woman behind the counter, the cash. “Detectives spent the CARLSTADT — St. n’t display a weapon, but said not behind the teller window,” day interviewing people in the Joseph’s Holy Name Society : he had one, Rutigliano said. Rutigliano said. “He said he bank, getting statements. will sponsor a Family ; The teller gave him several would start shooting people ... We’re confident once we share Communion Breakfast on j thousand dollars and he he was in and out in less than a information, we’ll get this Sunday, A pril 17 at 10 a.m., at : walked out. m in u te .” guy,” he said. the Cornerstone Inn, : “He was wearing what While Rutigliano said he’s Carlstadt. Sr. Maureen < Cindy cap@lsaderNewspapers. net Photo by Michoel SuKvan Murphy, OP, will be guest : Musk mania — Rutherford High School held its annual Popcert speaker. Donation is $12 per ; person. ! Contact Mike Frees at 201- ! NA considers proposals s singing # w 896-1990, John Zazula at 201- : Maroon 5. She performed with Erik Weinbrecht, Derek Spaldo, 933-1269 or Chuck Cocozzo « Roger Smith and Mike Coleman (seen on guitar). at 201-935-5533 for tickets j and information. ; for Schuyler A venue site SAT Preparation Man exposes self Course at SMHS RUTHERFORD — An j SAT Preparation Course I to four 7th graders (math and verbal) will be • offered at St. Mary’s High • School in Rutherford, start- I didn’t touch himself or them. By Cindy Capitani ing April 24 and concluding : He didn’t gesture or say any­ E d i t o r -i n -C h i e f on June 2 (test date: June 4). • thing,” Merli said. “He just T h e course in c lu d e s 10 ses- I walked straight past them as if RUTHERFORD — Police sions, Sundays (11 a.m. to 2 : nothing was going on.” are looking for a man who p.m.) and Thursdays (7 p.m. • Merli said two of the four exposed himself to four sev­ to 9:30 p.m.). • girls saw it and yelled, “run.” enth grade girls Friday after­ The cost is $300 (test mate- ! They went to the closest g irl’s noon at around 3:45 p.m. in rials included). Call 201-460- • home and called police. the area o f Woodland Avenue 0077 and ask for Sharon. j “We had a police officer in and Wheaton Place, the area in a short period of Rutherford Police Lt. Joseph time. No one matched the Yard waste collection i M erli said. description,” he said. resumes on April 16 Photo by Jeff Fucci H e is d e scrib e d as a w h ite The incident and descrip­ LYNDHURST — j male, in his late 20s to early The former Spring Air Mattress Factory, now closed and for sale, is being considered for develop- tion were also broadcast to-sur­ C o m m is s io n e r W illia m F. • 30s, 5-foot, 10-inches to 6 feet ment. rounding towns, but no other Smith, director of the : tall, with an athletic build. He municipalities reported any Lyndhurst Department of • Marinello, the council, the Kenneth Del Vecchio, repre­ was last seen wearing blue By Jeff Fucci sim ilar incidents. Public Works, announced • planning board and residents senting CNL Developers. Del jeans, a baseball cap, sunglass­ R e p o r t e r Anyone with information that the Saturday collection I listened to proposals from Vecchio’s plans called for a es and a long, black, leather- should call the Rutherford of yard waste and cut grass • additional companies looking four-building residential com­ type jacket. NORTH ARLINGTON — Police at 201-939-6000. to redevelop the Spring Air plex on the factory site. The “He just walked past them will resume on A pril 16. Pick- • Tuesday night’s special coun­ Mattress Factory property building facing Scfiuyler with his penis hanging out. He ups will continue through I cil meeting was the first time [email protected]. net along Schuyler Avenue. would be four stories high, O ct. 29. : in awhile that EnCap wasn’t at “We’re trying to create while the other three behind it All yard waste and grass ; the top o f the agenda. Instead, something that will fall into clippings must be placed in • Mayor Russell Pitman, place and keep the people of Please see S C H U Y U R an open container. Branches : Borough Attorney Joseph R o t h m a n : must be bundled in 4-foot • the town excited,” said on Page 7 lengths. No plastic bags will • be accepted. Yard waste must : not be placed at the curb j Privatization's b e fo re 6 p .m . o n F rid a y • Rutherford's Union School evenings. : See Page 4 for more j not the answ er

community news... gets a lesson in laughter By Eileen Metzinger worth above $3 million, they R e p o r t e r are to pay estate taxes. positively,” said Rose. “It is Rothman suggested the estate By Efleen Metzinger had a great outlook on life,” healthy to laugh, and the chil­ tax be raised to $3.5-4 million, R e p o r t e r said Rothberg. LYNDHURST — dren looked forward to meet­ During the seminar, the stu­ Congressman Steven Rothman which would affect less than 1 ing with [founder] Saranne.” percent of Americans, fixing RUTHERFORD — The dents were able to tell their (D-9) held a town hall-style Saranne Roth berg, founder the Social Security problem by Comedy Cures Foundation personal favorite jokes. “What meeting at the Lyndhurst and executive coordinator of 27.5 percent. held a laughter program at the do you call a dog that helps Senior Center March 30 to dis­ Comedy Cures, began her Rothman also proposed to Union School March 24. you carry hot things?” said one cuss alternatives to President breast cancer treatment with slowly raise the retirement age The Comedy Cures student “An oven mSitj” The George Bush’s plan to priva­ laughter. In 1999. Rothberg to age 70, every sue months Foundation is a national non­ children all laughed and tize social security. held her first chemo comedy cheered after his joke. until the established age is profit organization that brings Rothman suggested several party at her first cancer treat­ Rothberg also had the chil­ alternate routes, including reached. This would solve 68 laughter and Joy through ther­ ment appointment in New percent of the current Social apeutic humor programs for dren do the official Comedy raising the CAP. Rothman said York City with family and Security issue. children atjd adults living with Cures body giggle. The body that if the CAP was raised to 90 friends. The group watched "The only problem with this depression, illness, trauma giggle begins at one’s toes and percent of the first $ 10 0 ,0 0 0 © j * numerous videos of stand-up is the working class Americans, ¡jCfttW and disabilities. slowly flows up one’s body and earned by individuals, 40 per­ comedy to ease the anxiety exits out the mouth with loud those who work with their Published Weekly Union School Librarian Jan cent of the Social Security and bring thoughts of hope laughter. Chubby Checker’s problem would be solved. hands,” said the congressman. 251 Ridge Road Rose coordinated the much- and joy. “The Twist” song plays during “And if the CAP was made end­ “I can’t imagine doing that Lyndhurst, NJ 07071 anticipated event To get ready Rothberg and her family every body giggle. less, it would solve 77 percent until I was 70.” .for the seminar, the students Individual investing was also For advertising rate«, prepared original Joke books, “The children really o f the problem,” he said. humor and decided (is create a enjoyed themselves during the mentioned. “Many Americans please call 20 1-310 516 1. which they later donated to He also suggested restoring foundation to better others’ body giggle,” said Row. the estate tax. “In the year already invest, so why not . Comedy Cures and sent to For editorial, classifieds, lives and help them through During the event, every stu­ invest more. People should Walter Reed Army Hospital in 20 0 0, only 2 percent of the & legal notices, please their traumatic events occur- take advantage of their Washington, D .C, for dent became official Comedy richest Americans paid the ; in their Hfe. "My mind, ■ » death tax-* 401 (k )H e estimates this

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EAST RUTHERFORD — The East Rutherford The Borough of East Bureau of Fire Safety provides Rutherford’s Bureau of Fire several different fire safety Safety has issued the following education programs, public safety announcement brochures and home inspec­ Get Out and Stay Out tions. Fire safety speaking The “Get Out and Stay engagements and brochures Out" fire prevention cam­ are structured to accommo­ paign touches on two simple date all ages and learning abil­ ideas: ities. For further information, • Install smoke alarms and contact the office at 201-933- test them regularly. 3444, ext. 236, between 9 a.m. • Develop afid practice a and 4 p.m. Monday through fire escape plan. Friday; or visit the Web site at Tip. for installation and www.eastrutherfordnj.net/fire maintenance o f smoke alarms: safety. Install smoke alarms according to the manufactur­ er’s recommendations. Make sure there is a smoke alarm on every level of your h o m e . Install smoke alarms in or outside every sleeping area of y o u r h o m e . PUZZLE SOLUTION Replace batteries at least naan aaaao aaac o n c e a year o r as soon as the b a tte ry is low. Test your alarms at least once a month, and follow manufacturer’s instructions. Never “borrow” a battery

P olice files Burglary reports, the boxes were deliv­ LYN D H U RST — A 17- ered by UPS to a Flint, Mich., year-old Maryland youth stay­ Statistics show that LYNDHURST — A New Damage Company COD. When the ing with relatives in Passaic you will probably live to be York Avenue home was — CARLSTAD T Carlstadt business received was arrested March 28 for reportedly broken into Someone reportedly spray 100 years or older the money order from UPS, stealing a $650 model remote March 29 between 11 a.m. painted graffiti on the boiler the bank couldn’t clear it. control car from Champion Chiropractic care on a regular basis and 4:15 p.m. According to room door of Lindburgh The matter is under investi­ Hobby Shop on Riverside w ill help prepare you for that journey. reports, there were no signs School March 14. gation by UPS. Avenue. According to Call 201-933-3125 to get started of forced entry. The bed- — EAST RUTHERFORD EAST RUTHERFORD — reports, the youth placed his room was ransacked and A tractor trailer was damaged Dr. Bob Tarantino • Chiropractor An Illinois resident reported coat over the car and walked 518 Ridge Rd. • Lyndhurst, NJ $3,500 in cash reported miss- March 31 when it got stuck March 30 that someone out. Video surveillance con­ ing, police said. BCI respond- under the train trestle on fraudulendv used her credit firmed the suspicion. Area provider BCBSNJ, Medicare GHI, ed to the scene to process for Hackensack Street. It was card at B.j.’s on Route 17 According to police, the United HC and many other insurance companies fingerprints. eventually able to back out. South on March 28 even youth was known to the store NJ Transit was notified. though she still had her card owner as a kid who came into Counterfeit EAST R utherford — with her and hadn’t left the the store frequently. The The Bogle Agency, Inc. • Since 1919 _ _ An East Union Avenue lawn state. According to reports, a youth was arrested when he “Insurance Specialists” Representing EAST RUTHERFORD was damaged when a 2000 middle-aged black woman came back to the store later A New York City man alleged- Peter Bm Tractor Traiier Mercury Ins.Group Palisades Safety & Ins. Assoc CNA Ins. Co opened a B.j.’s account using in the week to buy accessories Selective Ins. Co. OneBeacon Ins. Co. Consumer First Ins. Co. ly gave BJ's on Route 17 drove onto it March 30. a fraudulent Maryland dri­ for the car. He was charged Preserver Ins. Co. FMI Insurance Co. The Contributionship ver’s license under the name, and released to an older NJ Skylands Ins. Co. Cumberland Mutual Ins. Co. Utica National Ins. Group Merrimack Mutual Ins. Co. Baystate Ins. Co. Karen Knight and charged b ro th e r. $1,191 in liquor and LYNDHURST — The grill As Well As Many Other Insurance Companies $2,331.99 for a diamond of a 1992 Oldsmobile was Providing Service to Business & Families rin g . reportedly stolen while it Was 300 Stuyvesant Avenue • PO Box 236 • Lyndhurst. NJ 07071 LYNDHURST — A T h ir d parked at ShopRite on Phone 201-939-1076 • Fax 201-507-5394 Avenue resident reported M a rc h 25. www.bogleagency.com • [email protected] that someone made numer­ LYN DH URST — P ow er ous charges on his credit tools were reported stolen card totaling $352.92. from a house under con­ When you need a good lawyer ... NORTH ARLINGTON struction on Forest Avenue ANTHONY J. RIPOSTA, ESQ. — Adam Misiejuk, 35, of M a rc h 25. Certified by the Supreme Court o f NJ Mount Pocono, Pa., was as a C ivil T rial Attorney arrested on March 31 on Underage alcohol charges o f possessing fraudu­ CO U N SELLO R AT LAW lent government documents. LYNDHURST — A ju v e - Call today for a free phone consultation Misiejuk was stopped for an nile was arrested March 26 alleged motor vehicle viola­ for possession of a bottle of tion while driving in the area vodka March 26 in the area of the Belleville Turnpike of New York and Livingston 432 Ridge Rd., North Arlington, NJ and Schuyler Avenue, and avenues. He was released to www.RipostaLaw.com initially charged for posses­ his parents. sion stolen license plates. Further investigation Warrants revealed that the license plates were actually fake NORTH ARLINGTON — Bertram Davis, 45, of copies of stolen license Newark, was arrested on plates. He was released on a March 28 on a total o f $2,579 sum m o ns. in warrants issued by authori­ ties in North Arlington. HazMat Bertram was arrested by offi­ D\ST RUTHERFORD — cers in Essex County and A Manor Road company turned over to the custody of reported March 31 «that a the NAPD. He was later trans­ 500-gallon tank leaked 300 ported to the Bergen County gallons o f a corrosive materi­ Jail in lieu of posting bail, al onto a roof and into a police said. Explore the M ystery of G od storm drain. Bergen County NORTH ARLINGTON Haz Mat responded. — Dhanraj Sookram, 39, o f Kearny, was arrested on M a rc h 30 on warrants issued o n e Larceny by authorities in multiple LYNDHURST — A wallet municipalities. Officers we mere, 'e o u r was reported stolen from a stopped Sookram for alleged­ locker at Spa Lady on March ly driving an unregistered vehicle with an overdue inspection sticker. During the stop, he was reportedly found to have $ 2,000 w o rth Saint Thomas’ Church o f warrants issued out o f East Episcopal - Anglican O ra n g e , $345 issued out of JOO Forest Avenue in Lyndhurst Irvington and $1,300 issued out of Jersey City. He was Sunday Mass at lO a.m. later turned over to the cus­ 20 1 .4 5 8 J 6 6 6 tody o f East Orange police. NORTH ARLINGTON — Michael Ibrahim, 21, of North Arlington, was arrest­ ed on April 1 on a warrant issued by authorities in Secaucus. According to police, the warrant was relat­ ed to an assault charge. Ibrahim was later turned over to the custody of Secaucus police. ^

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THURSDAY. APRIL 7 . 2 0 M THEŒADER JU CAST TOUR VOM n o r ? ■ C o rre c tio n Should to d d security BaQ for alleged identity be privatized? thief William Perer should www.LBaderNewspapers.nd have been lilted a« Dahmen was a Rosie lor Western Electric $22,500, not 10 percent. CAST YOUR VOIB worked 3 p.m. to 11 p.m., but By Cmdy Capitani sometimes did the graveyard E d i t o r -In -C h i e f shift of 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. WOOD-RIDGE — *That’s a horrible shift,” she Madeline Dahmen followed said. “I hated it.” tuHilHCh f u n ! her father’s advice when she At the time, she lived in decided to go to work for Jersey City on St. Paul’s P / L P 1/f * ids f|y from s9 9 selected dates Western Electric during World Avenue. “I used to take the f ’ ’ p lu s kids stay, p ia y & eat free W ar II. trolley to work, and it took a “My father told me work for lo n g tim e ,” she said". 2 0 1 - 2 4 6 - 1 7 0 4 at select hotels the defense, which was a good She said while the work was­ e - m a i l: g o wtrauel®yahoo.com choice,” said Dahmen, who n’t hard, she was on her feet 2 was a Rosie for Western the entire time. “And you Maria Neves Electric. Before that, she worked. There was no clown­ WORLD TRAVEL worked trimming priest vest­ ing around.” * travel insurance available * ments for Benzinger Brothers There was a cafeteria on in New York. “It was a lot more site for the half-hour lunch money working for defense.” breaks. “It was pretty gixxl. My It was also where she met favorite was baked macaroni her husband. “I married my with tomato on top,” she said. boss," she said, noting that she She said she worked with at was married for 56 years. Her least 60 other women, all who husband has since passed. started around the same time she did: just after the war Dahmen worked as a spot Photo by Cindy Capitani welder, a position that ran 24 b ro k e o u t. hours a day. “They set up these “It was a different time. Madeline Dahmen today and with a group of friends from the fixtures, and I’d spot-weld There was a nylon shortage — TA Building during her time at Western Electric in Kearny dur­ them. I worked a drill press they [the government] were ing World W ar II. Dahmen is in the flowered skirt, her friend, and some riveting too,” she using it for parachutes. So we Fran is far left, and Dottie is next to Fran. said. “You had to wear cover­ painted our legs with a cream alls and a hat, and you could­ made just for that. We painted Medical, Surgical & Diagnostic Services Dogs, Cats, Birds, Ferrets, Exotic Animals n’t wear jewelry. One woman just the part of the leg that didn’t listen and left her rings showed," she said. Rutherford Animal Hospital, P.A on and she lost her finger. She There was also a tea bag Neal L. Beeber, DVM, DABVP didn’t come back, o f course.” shortage. “People used them Board Cert, in Companion Animal Medicine Despite the overalls and the twice; we had no choice." jewelry restrictions, vanitv still Feelings o f patriotism were STS sT v m «.ice Visits By Appo,n,men, had its place. “Sparks would fly in the air. “Everyone felt sorry Tracey Cantamessa. DVM 24 Hr Emergency Coverage from the welding, but I always for the boys and wanted to do Erica IS'quinto, DVM _ ,, i 1“ “? 6 ? S , wore my high heels,” she said their job and their part," she Stephanie Dondzil, DVM ® ®at Ppts Available “I didn’t like wearing thrtse said. 201-933-4111 overalls — we looked like jerks As far as her work, she said •••• wearing those. But it was quite Western Electric didn’t want 755 Rutherford Avenue, Rutherford an experience, believe me.” employees to discuss it out­ ^visit us on the web at www.raho.com She said she always kept her side. ‘They didn’t want you to called back to splice wires for a Richard, Vincent, Karen and nails done, too. “I had to keep talk about what you were mak­ while before concentrating on Bruce. She also hits 10 grand­ a 100J o FINANCING TO QUALIFIED HOMEOWNERS ing,” she said. them short, but they were marriage and family. children and 12 great-grand­ always done.” Dahmen worked there five She and her husband, c h ild re n . Dahmen said she usually years. When the war ended, Vincent raised four children: she was laid off, then gol Cindyatp@ I ¿eaderNeutspapers. net Carlstadt Fish Fry nets over $5K

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The Carlstadt Fire Department held its annual (iood Friday Fish Fry at the firehouse located on Jefferson Street. More than $5,000 was raised for department sup­ plies. Thanks to catering by Jahn’s Deli, which is located in Wood-Ridge, the firemen were able to h o ld th e ir e ve n t as planned. In the past, the fire­ men had difficulty with other caterers. Louie Arena, owner of Jahn’s Deli, cooked the marriage without spending all your time and i fresh fish from North amount and obtain better result. American I-obster on site at Photos by Eileen Metzinger the fire house. t on all issues in 8 to 12 weeks with a minimum of aggravation. The event went smoothly The Carlstadt Fire Department recently held their annual Good this year,” said Fire U . Tommy Friday Fish Fry. Above, Louie Arena and his crew from John's • Spare your children a prolonged emotional roller coaster. Sabia, “I couldn’t have asked Deli in Wood-Ridge volunteered their catering services for the for a better turnout.” fundraiser. Below, members of the fire department pack up Sabia coordinated the fish orders. Halmon & Associates, a professional mediation firm, will enable you! fry this year and plans to do tlly to your spouse and create workable and fair solutions. Successful I the same in the upcoming years. I even when couples are very angry. Arena and his volunteers I that you call even if your spouse is currently not interested ¡n| set up their own tent with numerous fryers outside o f the n can help overcome that problem. firehouse. Arena had six vol­ unteers to help cater the fish > for |he first visit. fry. as been an attorney for over 25 years. As a j “I had a great time and couldn’t have been happier »rough understanding of fin» with the final results. The fire­ i) are located in Hackensack a men deserve everything they got,” Arena said. Over 500 local residents attended the fish fry. “I’ve The firemen plan to use the upcoming Wood-Ridge Street m m * * , ' money raised from the fish fry never been to Jahn’s Deli, but Festival on June 12 from 1 event to buy much-needed I know I’ll be going there p.m. to 5 pm. For further supplies, such as insulated often,” said Susan Ham ilton-of information, contact Arena at gloves, rechargeable flash 201-438-5438. Wood-Ridge. T h e meal is out­ lights and supplies for the standing.” Hamilton brought building itself. her entire family, including Louie Arena and Jahn’s two children, to the firehouse Deli will be selling sausages, 1 TM for the traditional fish and peppers and onions at the chips dinner. YOUR M U L C H DIRECT p r Now You Can Buy Your Mulch Direct™ Delivered Right to Your Home! LH S students can apply for ¡>13 cubic ft Baas - No MjrumiBTi Reaufred • RED, BROWN OR BUCK: COLOR ENHANCED MULCH (ALL NATURAL COLORANTS) - 2 Cu. Ft. $3.79,3 Cu. Ft S4.7S WE ALSO OFFCT $500 general scholarship • HARDWOOD: A BLEND OF SELECTED AQED HARDWOODS-2 Cu. PI & 8I), 3 Cu. Ft $3.49 PLAYGROUND MULCH • CEDAR: FH£ NORTHERN CEDAR (AROMATIC)-2 Cu. Ft $2i)9,3 Cu. Ft $349 RUBBER NUQQETS file that includes family data, LYNDHURST — The • HEMLOCK: 100% NATURAI— 2Cu. Ft $4JB,3CU. Pt$4£9 Woman’s Club of Lyndhurst extracurricular activities, aca­ RUBBERIFICMULCH PINE BARK MULCH— 2Cu. Ft$2J#,3C u.R $449 will again award a $500 gener­ demic achievement, grade RUBBER BOflOGRS al scholarship to a Lyndhurst point average, special awards, 2CuticRBi8Co*»r«128q.R.A»2’ D»pft,ílq.FlAt3"D»plh,ííq,PlAt4’ D*pth High School resident student. community service work and 1 18 Sq. R. At 2* Oapth, 12 Sq. Ft At 3" Dipth, 9 Sq. R. At 4" Dtptt Doris Coughlan, education career goals. Three copies YOU CAN BUY YOUR MULCH DIRECT™ DELIVERED FREE RIGHT TO f r f f should be provided. chairman, has sent informa­ HOME. WE ARE ONE OF THE AREA« LARGEST DBTRBUTORS OF FWE Information must be sent to tion to all area school coun­ MULCH, LOCALiy WAREHOUSED AT OUR CARLSTADT, NJFAOUTY. i DELIVERY g selors. high school counselor by April To apply, the student 15. For further information, ! T O Y O U R should provide a personal pro- call.201-896-0821. 201-664-3302 HOME www.younrniictKHrect.comirmulchdirect.c •FBgDtUVmY.HOWCAHYOUBMrm THE LEADER THURSDAY, APRIL 7 .2 0 0 5 Jones, Williams announce candidacy

RUTHERFORD — D ia n e in 1988. A t this same time, she firms as Price Waterhouse, M. Jones and John R. W illiams was appointed to the Bergen RCA and Levolor. He has a BS have announced their candi­ County Executive School degree from Seton Hall and dacy few th e R u th e rfo rd B o a rd Board and to the Rutherford an MBA from Cornell o f E d u ca tio n . Public Library Board of University. He is currently a Jones has been a resident o f Trustees. Some of her other volunteer teacher with the Rutherford since her early activities include the PTA, ESL program sponsored by childhood. Her four grown Hands Across America and the the Rutherford Library. children have all graduated Friends of the Library of “Together, we are bringing from Rutherford High School. Rutherford. to the board our sensitivity an Since 1994, she has worked in Williams is a relative new­ experience in both education the children’s department of comer to Rutherford, having and finance. We are commit­ the Rutherford Public Library.. moved here from Nudey in ted to providing each child Jones was elected to the 1999. H e is n o w re tire d , a fte r a with the best education possi­ Rutherford Board of career in both public and pri­ ble,” said Jones. Education in 1985, and again vate accounting with such RRD to hold pre-school registration RUTHERFORD — The Thursday mornings, and the yearly or $215 bi-monthly and Rutherford Recreation Pre-K 4-year-old program is a $40 graduation fee. Department will hold registra­ held on Monday, Wednesday There is also an after-school tion for its 2005-06 pre-school and Friday mornings, from program available on program on Monday, April 18, 8:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m., at the Mondays, Wednesdays and beginning at 8:30 a.m. at the Tamblyn Field Civic Center, 30 Fridays from 11:15 a.m. to 1:15 Photo, Sen. Sarto's office recreation department, 176 Woodland Ave. Children must p.m. for an additional $85 per Wood-Ridge family hosts exchange student — Senator Paul A. Sarlo (right) presents a citation to St. Park Ave. Registration will be be 3 and 4 years o f age by Oct. month. This fee is paid on a Peter's Prep/Clara-Fey Gymnasium Student Exchange Program participant Kristina Klinkhammer taken on a first-come, first- 1, 2005. All children must be m onthly basis. (middle) from West Germany hosted by the Keller Family of Wooa-Ridge. Robert W. Keller, III (left) serve basis. potty trained in order to par­ A $25 non-refundable fee is will be visiting his counterpart in West Germany in June. The Pre-K 3-year-old pro­ ticipate in the program. The due at time of registration, gram is held on Tuesday and maximum number of children along with the first bi-monthly accepted in the Pre-K3 pro payment. For more informa­ gram is 20, and for the Pre-K4 tion, call the recreation program, 25. department at 201-460-3015 or • • • Fees fo r th e p ro g ra m are as visit the Web site at Community news follows: Pre-K3, $680 yearly or www.rutherford-nj.com. $170 bi-monthly; Pre-K4, $860 LYNDHURST — The e-mail accounts and will learn torium. All candidates are Public Library Auditorium. Golden Bear Association will h o w to s u r f th e W eb. invited. Parents are urged to T h e M O M S C lu b is an in te rn a ­ sponsor a town hali-style meet­ Seating is limited to 30 come and listen to the candi­ tional support group for ing concerning the 2005-06 adult participants. RSVP by dates and their views. mothers who stay at home with Juniors host bowling event budget <»n Wednesday, A pril 6 Fridav, April 8 bv calling the CARLSTADT — The their children. LYNDHURST — GFWC fun, meet some great women at 7 p.m., in the Senior Doyle School at 201-933-0440. Ladies’ A id Society <>1 the First Open to mothers (and Lyndhurst Junior Woman’s and help the community and Citizens Building on NORTH ARLINGTON — Presbyterian Church of dads) of all ages in the Club will hold a Candlelight who is under 40 years of age Cleveland Avenue. The Disabled American Carlstadt will sponsor its Meadowiands area, the Bowling event on Saturday, should call Angela Purpura at Superintendent o f Schools Veterans of Chapter 25 will m onth I v luncheon on Tuesday, group’s activities include April 9 at 9 p.m., at North 201-935-9181. Meetings are Joseph Abate will present a convene for business on April 12, in the community monthly business meetings, Arlington Bowl-a-drome. Cost held on the second Tuesday of short synopsis of the budget Saturday, A pril 9 at 10 a.m.. in hall, Third Street and Division speakers, playgroups, park is $15 for individuals and $30 the month at the health and other questions on the the American Legion Post 139 Avenue, Carlstadt. Turkey din­ outings and special activities for couples, which includes department from 7:30 p.m. to April 19 ballot. on Park Avenue in Lvndhurst. ners will Ix* served from 11:30 for mothers and their chil­ three games and one pitcher 8 :30 p .m . LYNDHURST — The next Command e r Mich a e 1 a.m . to 1 p.m . dren. Children are welcome to of drinks. Shoe rental is $3. meeting for Lyndhurst AARP Christie will m onitor the agen­ Donation is $7 for adults a tte n d . Call Arlene at 201-991-5372 or Chapter No. 4319 will be held da, which will include the final and $4 for children /students. NORTH ARLINGTON — The Lawn Barber Denise at 201-939-8562 for on Friday, April 8 at 10 a.m., at planning for the installation Call 201-438-5526 for take-out North Arlington Seniors, Inc. information. the Lyndhurst Senior Citizens d in n e r o n Sunday. A p ril 17. orders and reservations. (Tuesday club) has planned a * The Lyndhurst Juniors are Center, Cleveland Avenue. Eligibles are invited to join SECAUCUS — The trip to Rally's in Atlantic City looking for new members. The chapter will honor mem­ to preserve and advance bene­ LifeSpan Cardiac Support on Thursday, April 14 at 9 A n y o n e w h o w o u ld lik e to have bers celebrating their 85th fits for veterans and their fam­ Group will hold its next meet­ a.m.; cost is $15. Another trip birthday or 50th wedding ilies. Senior Vice Commander ing oil Tuesday, A pril 12, 6:30 is scheduled to Roseland anniversary. Anyone to be Robert Hermanns, member­ p.m. to 7:30 p.m., at Ranch. N.Y., May 9-13 honored who has not notified ship chairman, mav Ik * c o n ­ Meadowiands Hospital, sec­ For information and reser­ Church Directory the program chairman should tacted at 973-483-5869 for ond floor central conference vations, call Marie at 201-998- call 201-438-6791. details. room. "Stress Management 6510 or Rose at 201-991-2423. » i Tickets will be available for LYNDHURST — A Polka and Relaxation" will be dis­ EAST RUTHERFORD — ■LAbl’sdant the chapter's Mass-Dinner Dance will be cussed. Call LifeSpan at 20J- St. Joseph School will host its s|aHG»Ac-F.H installation/luncheon to be held on Saturday, April 9, at 392-3531 for inform ation; free second annual Elvis Night, Explore the held on Friday, June 3 at the Polish American Club, 730 parking and refreshments pro­ starring live, Anthony Liguori m M ic h a e l’s; cost is $20 fo r m e m ­ Ave., Lyndhurst, vid ed, and his band Sandy and the bers, $25 for non-members. starting promptly at 6 p .m . EAST RUTHERFORD — Wanderers, on Saturday, A pril Got a problem? Mystery of God RUTHERFORD — The Art Music will be provided by Entertainer Louis London will 16 at 7 p.m., in St. Joseph We’re ready to talk! Saint Thomas Church Association o f Rutherford will Gene Mendalski and the “G” present a “ Songs o f the ‘40s” School Auditorium . This event Featuring powerful and practical Episcopal - Anglican meet on Friday, April 8 at 8 Men. Donation of $25 concert on Wednesday, April is a night o f dinner, dancing, a messages from the Bible. 300 Forest Avenue p.m., at the Tamblyn Field includes dinner, beer, wine 13 at 7 p.m., at the East live show and raffles. Abundant Grace Christian Church Lyndhurst Civic Center, Woodland and soda. For tickets, contact Rutherford Memorial Library, Cost is $30 per person. 48 Ames Avenue (Elk's Club), Rutherford Sunday Mass at 10 a.m. Avenue. The public is invited. Stella at 201438-5033, Diane 143 Boiling Springs Ave. Purchase tickets in advance by Sunday Worship 10 a.m. 201-438-5668 Guest host will be Burton W. at 201-261-3445 or the club at Landon is a pianist, com­ calling 201-939*3193. No tick­ 908-301-9251 Longenbach, who is a famed 201-438-9723. poser, singer and songwriter, ets will be sold at the door. Silver award RUTHERFORD — Saint and his concert will feature RUTHERFORD — The winner for stunning on-site Mary’s annual Spring Carnival 1940s sta n d a rd s, such as Rutherford Chapter of PEDICURES * WAXING landscapes in oil and watercol- will Ix* held at Memorial Field “You’d Be So Nice to Come UNICO National will sponsor • s ta # or paintings. He will demon­ in Rutherford, beginning on Home To,” “Almost Like a Karaoke Dinner Dance on Lyndhurst Nails Kim’s Nails Nutley Nails strate his special techniques. Monday, April 11 th ro u g h Being in Love” and “Autumn Saturday, April 16, at The 307 Valley Brook Ave. 707 Ridge Road 221 F ra n k lin Ave. Afte'r the demonstration, Saturday, A p ril 16. H o u rs of Leaves,” as w e ll as som e o f his Reserve (formerly Rutherford Lyn ilh u rit L y n d h u rst Nntley members’ paintings and pho­ operation are Mondav own original songs. House), Union Avenue, East 201-460-1737 201-933-4141 973-284-0028 tographs will be judged with a through Thursday, 7 p.m. to The concert is free and Rutherford. Ticket price is $45 “Flowers” theme. 10 p.m.; Friday, 7 p.m. to 11 open to the public; advance per person. We Specialize In 0FEN 7 DAYS WOODRIDGE — p.m.; and Saturday, 3 p.m. to registration is requested. For The event will feature a full- • H o ja HOURS; Catherine E. Doyle School will 11 p.m . more inform ation or registra­ course dinner with three • Young Gel Mon.-Fhi. 9:30am-7:30pm Sat. 8;30am-6:30pm hold an Intergenerational LYNDHURST — The tion, call 201-939-3930. choices of entree, dancing and • E x tr e m e Sciidat KMOui-Ira Technology Night for Wood- Lyndhurst Council of PTAs RUTHERFORD — The singing. For information and WALK-INS WELCOME Ridge senior citizens on will sponsor a Candidates MOMS Club of Meadowiands reservations, call Philip Tuesday, A pril 12 at 7 p.m., in Forum on Tuesday, April 12, will hold an Open House *2.00 O F F *2.00 O F F *5.00 O F F ‘ 5 .0 0 O F F Dolcemascolo at 201-438-8975 Any Service Any Service Any Service the brand-new media center. Any Service from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., in the meeting on Thursday, A pril 14 during the day or 973-595- O ve r *10 O v e r »10 O v e r *40 O v e r *40 Participants will be set up with Lyndhurst High School audi­ at 1 p.m., at the Rutherford 5262 in the evening. MUSTPRJBSENT COUPON LIM ITED TIM E ONLY

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The H onor R oll fo r the second > Students who haye made LYNDHURST — The marking period o f the 2004-05 nijniyl l U h l . lommenaaM*** ------J - H W»nonor------opening o f the Re-Elect Guida school year at McKenzie Rod (no mark below 85 in Team Headquarters at 425 School, East R utherford, has major mtyecu; no mark below Valley Brook Ave. on Saturday, been announced by the staff. 80 in any other subject) are: April 2, was an atmosphere o f The students who have Grade 6 — Michele seniors voicing support, high made Maximum H onor RoD Breitkreitz, Dean Hansen, school kids signing up to help (no mark below 90 in the Grace Kim , Na Young Kim , and homeowners discussing major subjects; no mark below Sylwia Kotarba, Stephen maps o f the future. 85 in any other subject) are: Moran, Joshua Park and Keiko O f incumbent Mayor James Grade 6 — Samantha Yara; Guida, Finance Commissioner Aleksandrowicz, Isra Grade 7 — Krzysztof Mark Gumble, Health Eldosougi, Sethu Prakasam, Kotarba, Jung Lee, Sylvia Commissioner Tom Graffam, Kenneth Han, Jayshree Lubak, Katelyn O'Neill, Frulla Parks and .. Recreation Kadirvelu, Brittany O’Brien, Trabanco, Thom as Commissibner Paul Taylor Sardoni, Adam Straub; Schoenfelder; Passamano, DPW Grade 7 — Katerina Grade 8 — Angelika Commissioner Bill Smith and Jovanoska; Sanicka, A-Zhar Agurto, Diane the residents who attended, Grade 8 — Jessica Berlinski, Deidre Cuevas, one thing was certain: they’re Aleksandrowicz, Taylor Miryam Gonzalez, Rafal in this together. Branick, Caroline Ciecierski, Hanas, Stephen Kein, Ewelina “Not me, but we, all five,” Courtney Howard, Megan Marut, Brittany Smith and said Guida, of who to vote for Lahullier, Kaitlyn O’Brien, Youvin Song. in the Commissioner’s Stephany Pantoja and Election on May 10. “I don’t want to win without these guys.” FOR ADVERTISING RATES If successful, Guida will take Pholo by Jeff Fucci h is th ir d te rm as m a yo r and Left to right: Gumble, Passamano, Guida, Graffam and Smith, cutting the ribbon outside of their Please call 201-438-8700 e x t. 210 police commissioner. The headquarters at 425 Valley Brook Ave. issues currently facing him: the addition of homes, a golf ousjiote: “We.have a plan for what they need,” he said. bring additional revenue. course, several athletic fields, M ystical W orld this town. They have no Passamano went on to “EnCap has helped us,” and a recreational center by Bookstore & Enlightenment Center vis io n ." respond to the opposition’s Gumble said. “We’re getting EnCap, a continued demand For Smith, that vision is the emphasis on their candidates money from the sale of the for improved municipal build­ Psychic F a ir repair of roads, beyond as “lifelong” residents of land, they’re cleaning it up, ings such as the senior center repaving, to include new side­ L y n d h u rs t. and they’re making it valu­ Sunday, April 17th and schools, and keeping walks, street signs and piping “I’ve been here the shortest a b le .” taxes low after the state’s 1 2 :0 0 to 6 :0 0 underneath. amount of time, and that’s 25 Gumble also encouraged upcoming reval o f homes. For Passamano, it is the years,” he said. “I ’ve given back residents to see where Guida’s 648 Ridge Road Guida responded against summer day camp, as well as 20, and I’m still giving back.” administration has spent tax Lyndhurst, NJ 07071 the “Lyndhurst First” critics of an increase o f soccer and bas­ Gumble stressed the dollars, welcoming them to 201-896-3999 the opposing ticket that call ketball leagues and proper decrease in municipal taxes, stop by the improved munici­ the development “urbaniza­ www.myslicalworld.net equipment for the Little from $16,310,844.87 from the pal building or town library, tion” by pointing out their League baseball teams he beginning of Guida’s office in which he said he would “put inexperience in office. coaches. 1996 to $15,933,094.17 in up against any other library in This Firm And Its Predecessors ‘To me, over-development “I walk around the parks 2004. His shared goal with the Bergen County." Have Been In Practice In Rutherford is when I’m getting fat,” he each night to take complaints mayor is to keep the taxes Residents who came out in joked, adding on a more seri- For Over 70 Years and make sure everybody has down, with development set to support of the Guida Team agreed on keeping them in Concentrating In: office to finish what they’ve Personal Injury • Accidents started. Slip & Fall Case* • Wrongful Death “I think it would be crazy if Friedmai we made a change at this point,” said George Von Estate Planning Kates Rapacki. Estate Administration Pearimanr Senior Helen Chimento, Will» £ Trusts who has lived in the town since Divorce • Pre-Nuptial/Cohabitation Fitigenld she stepped off a bus in the Real Estate Closings • Purchase & Sale 1940s, said she trusts the of Businesses • General Litigation mayor, and views the develop­ m ent his ticket favors as neces­ Harvey R. 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Comparing Crystals. physical science, earth science Life Science: and life science. First place — Alex Boniello, The annual Science Fair' VISIT FIRST MASSAGE Binocular Vision; Ken Macri, concluded a four-month How Does Alcohol Drinking process that involved every stu­ THERAPY CENTER Effect Teens?; Dan Albano, dent in the school. Student • Swedish Massage Smell Power; Michelle Polito, • B a c k W alk in g researched a topic and then How Does The Eye Work?; • Hot Rock Sauna • Sand Bed Sauna create an oral presentation Kyle Ochiuzzo, Starch Eating • Aromatherapy • Japanese Shiatsu along with a written assign­ M olds; • Table Massages • Reflexology ment before actually conduct­ Second place — Kasia • Sports Injuries (Reg. 1/2 Hour $40) ing their experiment. 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On hand, in addition to the at the usual rush of residents need­ Senior Center ing their m orning coffee, were (Behind the Library) Councilmen Joe Crifasi and Dennis Ricthie and DPW Union president Vinny D eCesare. The service of The Bagel Store was exemplified when the DPW was removing snow during the winter o f 2005, par­ ticularly following the blizzard of Jan. 22-23. The DPW went above and beyond the call of duty by digging out all of Hackensack Street and carry­ ing the snow away. Though a Photo by Jeff Fucci county road, the 18-man crew G H T maintains Hackensack Street From left: Dennis Ritchie (Councilman, Chairman of Bourough Equipment); Christopher Coldon (owner of The Bagel Store); Joe Crifasi (Councilman, Chairman of the Department of Public Works); in order to post its own emer­ : e r H e a l t h and Vinny DeCesare (President of the Department of Public Works Union). gency parking regulations and Chiropractic care removes interferences to your Ixxly s natural healing keep businesses from getting ability. It can alleviate ailments such as arthritis, b u rie d . offers a discount to local The Bagel Store, celebrat­ Street in Carlstadt. hip and leg pain, sciatica, neck and back pain. *They got the street com­ police, in addition to sponsor­ in g its 10 th anniversary, is It’» safe, natural and most importantly, it works! pletely clean,” Coldon said. ing soccer and little league located at 335 Hackensack “People could have walked, baseball teams. 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would be five stories, with vista o f the alternate side. “We ing, Pitman addressed ques­ underground parking areas. A appreciate people not being tions about higher property courtyard would be in the cen­ able to look into our kitchén taxes if the value o f surround­ ter. The 176 units would range w in d o w s.” ing land goes up with the ate » G0 » (Mm», from $350,000 to $400,00 in Constantio was concerned building, warning residents price, with housing for 55-and- about exhaust from the pro­ that current properties don’t older residents mixed in for posed complexes. Eileen Tita pay enough to keep the taxes w h at D e l V e cch io envisions as expressed worry over a traffic stable for long. “young couples and empty increase with the 500-plus cars “I’m very sensitive to tax ÏÏ0QQ QGû f t Ä ]ÿs iiS@cQ] \ § M nesters.” that either would bring. increases,” Pitman said. ‘The Del Vecchio, a graduate of “You still have the same people who live in this com­ Queen of Peace High School, streets, the same roads,” Tita m unity built this community.” stressed his interest in cooper­ said. “ I t is a n ig h tm a re .” ating with the community, and Near the end of the meet- Paid for by Lyndhurst Education Association... in the business of children. recognized its concerns over keeping additional school-age children low and bigger devel­ opments in the works. “I feel like I have a stake in this town," Del Vecchio said. “It wants to see itself redevel­ oped, but there is only so much a group could or should d o .” The second presentation, made by owner George Capodagli, of Capodagli Living organ Property Company and enti­ tled “Grandview,” proposed separating seniors and “young d o n o r s a r e professionals” into its two sep­ arate buildings. “We don’t think it’s appro­ priate to community life to mix them,” Capodagli said. extraordinary “They live differently." Capodagli’s plan called for use of the existing factory structure, with a lim ited retail p e o p l e . area at ground level. The 180 units of housing would be split between the two buildings, and would also start at $350,000. At the urging o f Marinello, who said North Arlington was “thinking of developing more than one site,” Capodagli revealed plans for a 32-unit E W A R K B e t h I s r a e l M e d i c a l C e n t e r complex for Ridge Road. Capodagli, who said he vis­ its the town regularly to pay Renal Transplantation Center respects to his deceased par­ ents, emphasized the impor­ tance o f redeveloping the area at a time when community interest is drawing residents Robert Orange, age 55, suffered tor many years w ith high Hood pressure out o f Manhattan. and heart disease. After a heart attack in 1994, Robert’s kidneys failed “People want to come back, they want to be in neighbor­ and he was placed on dialysis. Four years later, lie met Cherie and they hoods,” Capodagli said. ‘The married in 2000. “I knew 1 wanted Robert to be around for many years generation of Hoboken has "Being on dialysis for nearly 10 years was taking caught up to us.” to come. So one day, 1 picked him up from dialysis and surprised bun Building costs, coupled its toll on Robert. He deserved a better quality of by driving straight to the hospital to be screened as a possible donor.” with land acquisition, would total around $22 million for life and I was determined to help. In our case, either company, without the Fortunately fur Robert, Cherie was a match. inclusion of the North that meant donating my kidney to him." Arlington Bowl lot, which the council would prefer to see in Robert received a kidney donation from bis wife through the Living th e plans. - Cherie Orange, a 40-year-old wife Donor Program at the Renal Transplant C'enter at Newark Beth Israel Third to speak was Robert and mother in Jersey City Palumbo, owner of Robert Medical Center, an affiliate of the Saint Barnabas Health Care System. Palumbo’s Hair Salon at 612 Long-recognized for its excellence in patient care, medical education Ridge Road. A local business­ man for 25 years, Palumbo and research, Newark Beth Israel performed New Jersey’s first kidney expressed interest in adding transplant in 1967. Today, Robert and Cherie volunteer in the an additional floor for a reju­ venation center, and wanted to community to spread the word about living donations. They find know if it would be worth the visiting w ith dialysis patients, their friends and families, and telling investment with potential redevelopment across the their story, is a way to give back for all their good fortune. street. Palumbo, who repre­ sented his own interest, seemed reluctant to follow the The Saint Barnabas Health Care System Renal Transplant Centers larger companies, until at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center and Saint Barnabas M arinello offered him reassur­ ance. Medical Center in Livingston are the largest in the tri-state and “You are the same as any am ong th e 10 most active programs in the country. other developer,” he said. When residents voiced their concerns, Anthony Blanco was first to stand up, requesting a new high school be among the plans. “All of these developers are coming in with money,” Blanco said. “We’re in a posi­ tion to bargain.” Pitman responded that while education is a top priori­ ■ ■ SAINT BARNABAS ty o f his administration, what he called “the physical plant” I ■ HEALTH CARE SYSTEM is not the most important tool for turning out bright stu­ N ew ark Beth Israel M edical C enter dents. Pitman also made it a point to question speakers 201 Lyons Avenue ■ Newark, New Jersey directly about their thoughts o f the developers' proposals. “It’s the highest and best use ‘of the land,” said Bernadette Constantio of the “Grandview” plan, which excludes balconies facing out to Schuyler Avenue to favor a s _ THE LEADER THÜBSDAYAPBI17.2005

successful mortgage banker. of Fame in 1987. He and his By QuAy Capitani An acdve member of the wife, Joyce are the parents o f a E d i t o r -In -C h i e f Lyndhurst Education Fund, daughter, Gina and son, Tony. he was inducted into the ' LYNDHURST — The Lyndhurst High School Hall CiridycapQLeaderNewspapers. net lyndhurst First’ tickct of llichard DiLascio, Bob Giangeruso, Brian Haggerty, Anita Carbone and Tom Too b u *y to ...... biMaggio are on a mission to stop what they see as irrespon­ ...L e t us do K fo r you sible over-development in the Will to will - Ceiling to door - Fiiforw & finitart • Rig» weimed to w n sh ip . “We all share the same basic / Tw o H earts idea. We don’t want Lyndhurst Richard DiLascio to become an urban center,” C leaning S ervice said D ila s c io , w h o serves as the spokesperson for the team can’t handle the influx of WECKLY-BIWEEKLY-MONTHLY or occasionally and is also the attorney, for the development. The schools, lyndhurst Board of roads, sewers and water lines, COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL Education. “We don’t want to these haven’t changed and will CALL FOR YOUR FREE ESTIMATE jsee L y n d h u rs t tu rn e d in to a be impacted. W ho’s going to jcity to increase \J Transit’s pay for it?” he said. (201)635-0915 - (201)588-0032 Jidership ... it’s disgraceful, DiLascio said it only makes WE AM FULLY INSURED jit’s not acceptable.” sense to have people involved • DiLascio said he agrees who understand all facets of 5TH CLEANING FREE WITH AD (new customers) with the concept of a Transit development at all stages of Village, but the way it’s being the planning process. He applied in Lyndhurst is piece­ points to the need for studies meal. “A Transit Village can be that include demographers “I haven’t got time a half-mile radius. That’s and traffic surveys. “If you add 20 units in a almost the whole town of Anita Carbone Tom DiMaggio for the pain.” lyndhurst.” place that used to have three, ; The problem, DiLascio you might have sewer prob­ fcaid, is th a t th e re is n o overall lems or road problems after University Law School. He has — B ria n H a g g e rty is a Most people can’t afford the time wasted ^lan in place for development, winter ... these kinds o f things served as a member of the lifelong resident of Lyndhurst when pain gets in the way of their comfort TTry to get a current copy o f a need to be looked at before a Lyndhurst Board of Education who comes from a family with and productivity. Chiropractic care can Zoning map ... it was changed project is approved,” he said. and as its attorney. A local a strong commiunent to pub­ relieve and eliminate discomfort, and allow iigain," he said. “What is the Regarding the assumed youth athletics coach, he is lic service (Brian’s father, Paul you to function at peak performance. overall plan for development? relationship between develop­ also president of the Haggerty served as a There doesn’t appear to be ment and low taxes, DiLascio Lyndhurst Education Fund, Lyndh^jrst Commissioner for o n e .” said he and his team want peo­ second vice president of eight years). A successful small Dil-ascio maintains that he ple to know that it’s an untrue UNICO, a member of the businessman since 1997, he and his team aren’t against assumption. “In cities and Italian American Club of assists corporations and organ­ Camelli Chiropractic Center development. ‘The redevelop­ towns that expanded, the Lyndhurst and a member of izations in maximizing human ment of Lyndhurst can be a higher the taxes increased. If the Polish American Citizens resources. The fifth genera­ 136 Ridge Road • North Arlington good thing if done in an you don’t make the developers Club. A Lyndhurst homeown­ tion of his family to call orderly fashion with plans in put it [infrastructure] up, the er, he is married to Kathleen L y n d h u rs t h o m e , B ria n is a (201) 991-0800 place. Like this, we’ll live in an taxpayers have to,” he said. (nee Puzio) and they have two graduate of Monmouth Call today to schedule your urban center with a high tax Another area the Guida daughters, Tracey and University with a degree in complimentary exam! bill with deteriorated, over­ team is o v e rlo o k in g is a ffo rd ­ K im b erly. crim inal justice. Most Insurance Plans Accepted: crowded schools with infra­ able housing, Dilascio said. — Robert Giangeruso is V — Anita Carbone (nee Joseph F. Camelli D.C. Providers With Horizon BC/BS, Oxford, Cigna, United Health Care. “For every eight units structure that can’t handle it a lifelong Lyndhurst resident Lotito) is a lifelong resident of Health Net, Empire, Medicare Karen Carnelli R.N., D.C. and roadways that can’t han- approved, you need one for and a former member of the Lyndhurst who has made com­ clle traffic,” he said. affordable housing. If it’s not Lyndhurst Police Department, munity service her lifetime DiLascio and his team part of EnCap or the DeMassi appointed by then- commitment. A volunteer point to the Transit Village project, then we have to bring Commissioner Peter Russo in FM T for 18 years, and current overlay, EnCap, the town- it into the town proper,” he 1969. He was promoted to the deputy commissioner of the house development on said. position o f deputv police chief Lvndhufst Police Emergency ktuyvesant Avenue, the new DiLascio and his team by Commissioner John Squad, she was honored by townhouses slated for Valley acknowledge it won’t be easy Gagliardi. He coached the Hackensack University lirook Avenue behind Sacred to lx*at a slate of incumbents. Lyndhurst Junior Football Medical Center for Excellence Heart, the DeMassi develop­ “We’re fighting a lot o f money, League and is a founding in EMS in 2002, and the ment project in the and it's an absolute uphill bat­ member of the Lyndhurst Lyndhurst Elks as “Hometown Meadowlands off Wall Street tle,” he said. Italian American Club. A Hero” in 2004. She has been a ^nd the others planned for the — Richard DiLascio is a homeowner, he is also a mem­ Den M other for Pack No. 96, a pld Edwards and ShopRite lifelong Lyndhurst resident ber of the Elks Club and the Washington School and properties. and is a graduate o f Seton Hall father o f two sons, Robert and Columbus School PTA mem­ t “The current infrastructure I,aw School with a Master’s in Shawn. ber, as well as a nursery school advocacy law from Temple teacher at St. Thomas Church. Carbone and her husband, Carl Jr. are the parents o f four Tanelli talks and walks for a cause children, Carl, Michael, Anita Jr. and Maria, and have four clipped, so to speak.” he couldn’t keep his charitable fcy Jennifer Merritt grandchildren. Ivy’, Fiona, But Tanelli’s encounter intentions a secret. When -me R e p o r t e r Kiana and Bella. A fifth grand­ with MS didn’t end there. In Tanelli and his son went to 2162 Bur child is due in June. 2001, the Wednesday after sign up, they were told they > winners will ! NORTH ARLINGTON — — T o m D iM a g g io is a Sept. 11 and the day of his needed four people to form a Most North Arlington resi­ lifelong resident o f Lyndhurst, / (Sevan wtnnen wflt be Mtacted. Etch brother’s wedding rehearsal team. So he enlisted the help tape bcftwun Tuesday, April 19 and Sunday «My dents know Steven Tanelli as a a L y n d h u rs t h o m e o w n e r a n d a dinner, Tanelli found out his o f his m other and stepfather. borough councilman, former then 34-year-old brother had After that first year, Tanelli director of recreation, or sen­ been diagnosed with MS. The realized the magnitude of the ior art director for the Movado diagnosis came after a phone MS Walk, and felt he needed C ro u p . B u t few k n o w h im as a For the Entire Family conversation his brother had to share the event with more UNION HAIRCUTTERS orusader against m ultiple scle­ at work, where he believed he people. That’s when ‘Team rosis (MS). Your H eadquarters for Prom s, was talking clearly, but was Tanelli,” blossomed from a MS is a, disease that affects actually mumbling so that his group of four to 85 walkers W eddings, G raduation, and tiie nerves of the brain add client couldn't understand that raised $16,000 — making spinal cord. These nerves, what he was saying. ‘Team Tanelli" the sixth high­ \ Communions! damaged by an over-active “He was so embarrassed by est fundraiser for MS in the immune system, are responsi­ it, he almost didn’t give his state o f New Jersey. ble for sending messages to ’■ PROM SPECIAL wedding vows,” Tanelli said. “When [my brother] the brain. This causes a loss o f Luckily, that didn’t have to ; FA C E F R A M E ipuscle control, vision, bal­ walked out into the parking lot happen as his brother and saw 80-plus people wear­ ance, sensation and thinking improved by the wedding that ing the ‘Team Tanelli’ T-shirts, | Highlights with ability. Friday. he was floored,” Tanelli SPECIALIZING IN According to the National ; Haircut & Style Although the disease ^ n ’t recalls. “He looked like he was HIGHLIGHTS t i M ultiple Sclerosis Society, the E x p ir e s 6 / 3 0 / 0 5 _ \ genetic, doctors had placed flo a tin g .” COLOR II HAIRSTYLE disease affects approximately Tanelli and his brother under The event continues to take 400,000 Americans and is sec­ watch after their father’s diag­ place in Cranford and has - 9 3 9 - 4 4 4 2 o n d o n ly to tra u m a as th e m ost rawe r 32sunhnAr$nu,‘Ru,imit,dKHj’ 201 nosis. When his brother had become a family affair. “I felt frequent source of neurologi­ an episode seven years earlier, compelled to keep it there. cal disability. The cause o f MS the doctors thought he had a That’s where it started, so I i$ u n k n o w n , a n d c u rre n tly has neurological disorder, and m ight as well keep it there," he no cure, although drug treat­ decided to wait and monitor said. ments are available. h im f o r signs o f MS. “My mom works the check­ When Tanelli was 17, his “I was floored,” Tanelli said in table,” Tanelli noted. “I give father was diagnosed with MS. of his brother’s diagnosis. So out the T-shirts and Movado One day, he was in a car with he decided to do something gives a watch to raffle off.” His father, who unknowingly about it and recalled the flyers His goal this year is to raise began to veer into oncoming for the National Multiple $10,000. To walk with “Team traffic. Tanelli said he wanted Sclerosis Society’s MS Walk he Tanelli” or to make a dona­ to think o f a tactful way to get said he always saw at his tion, contact Steven Tanelli at his father to pull over, so he father’s care facility. He 973-985-9185 or told him he needed to practice approached his 15-year-old [email protected]. for his upcoming driver’s test, son, and the pair decided to The walk will be held April and asked if he could start participate in walk held in 17 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at rilow. Afterward, Tanelli went C ra n fo rd . seven locations across north­ tiome to talk to his aunt, his “I didn’t want to make a big ern New Jersey. father’s sister, and told her it deal,” said the 41-year-old. “1 “A lot of people would love was no longer safe for his don’t want to obligate anybody to do* something, but they father to drive. to do things. I wanted to show need that avenue to go down,” 1 “My father liked jazz music, my son that just a litde bit is Tanelli said. 2n d he liked following bands good enough. I wanted my For more information on around, and he wasn’t able to brother to realize that he was­ MS, surf the National M ultiple do that anymore,” said Tanelli, n’t alone in the fig h t” Sclerosis Society at recalling his father, who has But Tanelli soon discovered www.nmss.org. now passed. “His wings were THURSDAY. APRIL 7 .2 0 0 5 THE LEADER a treat for all Who are your kids chatting I I I I I r> I By Cindy Capüani with? LPD offers sei E d i t o r - i n -C h i e f LYNDHURST — Do you. Avenue. know what your kids are doing “Being aware of the dangers LYND HURST — When online? Do you know who they our children may face while 'Lyndhurst Police Captain are chatting with?- online is the best way to pro­ Charles Giangeruso talks The Lyndhurst Police tect them,” said Lyndhurst about “his special kids,” he Department is presenting an Police Chief James O’Connor. can’t stop bragging. informative program regard­ “Keeping our children safe is “It’s amazing how they’ve ing children and Internet safe­ everyone’s responsibility." grown,” he said of the “kids” ty on Wednesday, April 20 at 7 For more information, call who attend the annual pan­ p.m., at the Senior Citizen the Lyndhurst Police at 201- cake breakfast hosted by the Building on Cleveland 939-2900. Lyndhurst PBA. “I’ve seen some start at 3 or 4 years old and now they’re 19. And even though there’s a mix now of children and adults, for that day, they all get along.” Giangeruso has been run­ ning the Earter pancake event for the mentally and physically challenged since 1985 when he first joined the force. “It’s so awesome, it’s so unbeliev­ able. I look forward to it,” he said, adding that he couldn’t Photo, IPD do it without the help o f every­ one involved. “It’s a group , a tradition effort. A ll the guys that do this , Capt. Carl get so much out o f it. You melt , . John Valente, like butter; it’s just so unbeliev­ Police Officer Richard Pizzuti; left to right, second row: Sgt. Robert Jankowski, Det. John Fadta, Det. Sgt. Patrick Devlin, Lt. Joseph, Lt., Joseph Sarnoski, Sgt. Michael Carrino. Shown in the bottom photo a b le .” C a m b rid g e I It was the other Lyndhurst are some of the 40 participants who enjoyed a visit with the Easter bunny, as well as other entertain­ Kitchens & Countertops $200 OFF I Police Officers who actually ment and special treats. 201-729-9599 Evary Job of $3,000 or ¡ ran the event this year. “I was 232 Stuyvcsant Ave.. Lyndhurst, NJ more with coupon i in Florida. My son was singing Sales & Installation (Offar txpfnt 4/30/D5) | at Disney,” he said. “I felt bad Free Design Services not being there, but I was Schrock Cabinetry there in spirit. When you run Laminate - Silestone - Avanza - Granite Corian something year after year, you know every step ... it went just g re a t.” G ia n g e ru s o said th e event is for the kids as well as the par­ S c r e e n s ents. “We want everyone to just relax and enjoy. We tell them R e p a ir e d ! not to get up,” he said. The officers serve the pancakes NEXT DAY SERVICE and juice in uniform . They all enjoy that, seeing the uni­ fo rm s . I t ’s s o m e th in g as a > Friendly & Experienced Staff police department we enjoy > Large selection of hand tools doing. It’s another side of being a police officer. It’s a lot > Plumbing & Electrical Supplies of work, but we enjoy seeing • Keys Made the feedback.” The AMVETS Post 20 donates the hall for the event, and Inserra Shop-Rite gives ( 2 0 1 1 9 3 5 - 7 7 8 0 ACE them paper products and C a l l f o r Directions Hmrdwmrm juice. The pancakes, syrup and bacon comes from I Hop at A. cost. “Everyone is generous,” Airport Ace Hardw are Giangeruso said. 1 11 Moonachie Ave Benjam in Moonachie Moore* W W ^.LtídUéí ÍMt lVbfJdper S.I lei ‘ Paints M ulcahy is new principal for W ashington School

By Alana I. Capria the purpose o f the resolution p rin c ip a l. was to do away with the princi­ At the December meeting, R e p o r t e r pal position at the WASAL it was also stated that the Schools. shared principal position RUTHERFORD — William According to Conlon, Mulcahy was named as the would be abolished come “Washington, Lincoln and April ‘2005. Mulcahy’s term new principal of Washington Sylvan schls have o p e ra te d will become effective on July 1, School at the March 14 meet­ with one shared principal for 2005, and last through June , ing o f the Rutherford Board of 6 years. The resolution is meant 2006. Mulcahy currently holds E d u ca tio n . APY to abolish that shared princi­ the position of assistant princi­ Mulcahy’s new position p a l.” pal at Union School. comes following a resolution The resolution to create a Kenneth Polakowski, who is that was passed at the Dec. 13 principal position allowed for currendy the principal of the board o f education meeting to $ 10,000 min. deposit required a newr principal to be put into W A S A L schools, w ill re m a in as both abolish and create a prin­ Washington and Lincoln the principal of Lincoln CD cipal position. At the meeting, schools, so that each school School during the following Superintendent of Schools would be able to have its own school year. Leslie A Conlon, stated that 24-Month CD OFFER VALID FROM LPD warns of latest ID scam Sunday, April 3 thru Monday, April 18 ONLY LYNDHURST — Program are phoning and ask­ date of birth or Social Security Come in today for this limited time offer! Lyndhurst Police Chief James ing people to confirm their number over the phone.” O ’Connor is warning area res­ name. They’re then request­ O ’Connor said scams have idents about a new scam that is ing the person to punch in been reported in Middlesex tricking people into giving out their Social Security number C o unty. their name and. Social Security using their touch-tone phone. For more information, call n u m b e r. “It appears to be an identity the Lyndhurst Police at 201- Callers identifying them­ scam to steal Social Security 939-2900. selves as representing the numbers,” said O’Connor. state’s Homestead Rebate “Never give any caller your

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Guarino agrees that things By Made tedesco Barbara for 50 years, has five children an^ 1 0 grandchil­ need to change in town. “We R e p o r t e r dren. He and his wife were all know that overdevelop­ ment is out of control in L Y N D H U R S T — T h e two o f the original founders of Lyndhurst The mayor and all Independent Team to Stop the South Bergen Mental of the commissioners are lead­ Over-development is out to Health Group. A former ing us down a path of destruc­ make a difference in Lyndhurst Health Officer, he tion. The EnCap negotiations Lyndhurst and change the way worked for the New Jersey were a disaster, and the Transit things are done in commis­ State Department o f Health as Village fiasco is a mess. They s io n e r’s o ffice . a program administrator, and must all be removed from The three members of the before his retirement in 1991, office before it is too late to team — John Cray, Vincent J. was the assistant executive turn Lyndhurst around,” he Bello and Michael A. Guarino director of the Bergen Pines County Hospital. said. — are all longtime Lyndhurst John Cray Vincent J. BeHo Michael A. Guarino residents with many years of service to the township. review by the coaching staff They said their primary Company as an outside plant life in L y n d h u rs t is c u rre n tly at and filled in to videotape the C oing O ut o f B usiness I goal is to put a halt to the design engineer. Presen dy, he risk if we do not act to stop this games for the freshman high rapid, large-scale development is the inform ation technology madness now,” said Cray. school football team. For six M ike's W ood Ridge H ardw are going on in town. Their six- specialist for the Bioterrorism Bello is a 43-year resident point plan includes a tempo­ years, he was also a sideline Group of the Passaic County and has served two terms on volunteer for the LHS Varsity rary moratorium on all new Department of Health, and is the LBOE from 1983-1989 and fcKJtball team. He also served ! development and a re-evalua- responsible for maintaining, has been appointed president two years as the appointed ' tion of the EnCap agreement ordering and implementing twice. 5 0 % Everything.1 treasurer of the Joint and the Transit Village plan. all o f the satellite TV, telecom­ Bello earned a Bachelor’s We repair window screens & glass______Sewerage Commission for John Cray, a 32-year resi­ munications and computer degree in education from Lyndhurst and North 261 Valley Blvd, Wood-Ridge Mon-Sat taai-«pn dent, raised his family in e q u ip m e n t. Jersey City State Collage and a A rlin g to n . Lyndhurst. All four of his chil­ Cray, along, with his two Master’s degree in school 201-438-8337 Cray was also a member of dren have attended Lyndhurst teammates, agree that the administration from Seton the 50th Armored Division of schools and have moved on to rapid development in town Hall University. He said he is a the NJ National Guard for six • college. A longtime football has to be curbed. “In the past strong advocate of individual years, has received a BS degree ' volunteer, Cray used to video­ few years, Lyndhurst has been participation in the political Stay in Shape in mechanical engineering taped all Lyndhurst Junior in an over-development mode, process. He said he has been from N.C.E., and was a mem­ rm the martial arts way Bears football games for which has gotten totally out of following developments tak­ ber of the NJ Bell Telephone control. I feel our quality of ing place in town and has Since 1982 decided that things are head­ M artial Art» offer» the best workout ing in the wrong direction and get in ikape aid the dlicipllne yon aeed to be it’s tim e for a change. motivated, lean self-defenae and Stay la Shape. “In talking with friends and TAE KWONDO • KICK BOXING • YOGA neighbors, the concerns are TAI-CHI • HAPKIDO • KUMDO • KUNG FU the same: over-development,” he said, noting EnCap, the Transit Village, the old DeMassi and the Edwards properties, among others. “Traffic congestion, parking, the impact of new children on our already overcrowded and aged schools, and large homes being built on undersized lots, just to name a few.” Guarino is a lifelong resi­ dent, a graduate of LHS, and form er BOE member. He was married to his late wife,

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Threats to their way o f life LUMINEERS come from Kevin (Elijah The m ost dram atic C osm etic Wood), who's killing the pros­ titutes, eating them and advancem ent EVER! mounting their heads on the A Permanent Pleasant, Painless way to transform wall, and Junior (Nick Stahl), a your SMILE with no drills, no shots! (in most cases) child molester. Each creep has connections to church and «tate, establishing the film’s The Sm ile C enter Harry Harcsztark. D D.S., FA.G.D., F1.C 0.1 central theme of personal jus­ 837 Kearny Avenue, Kearny Richard Fkslcin, P.M.t)., Pruslbodotuisi N.J. Spec Permit *3863 tice in the madness of a cor­ 201-991-2111 rupt system. FFrankenstein- The Smile Of Your Dreams With Sedation Dentistry Size Marv (Mickey Rourke) is one of this justice’s champi­ ons. With his chain-smoking, insistence on a “brew,” self­ professed ugliness, revelry in torture and unwillingness to hit girls, he is the noir hero of an era of Hollywood that’s often attempted, but until now, always unmatched. Clive Owen’s Dwight is THURSDAY. A m . 7 , 2 0 0 5 THE LEADER M Lyndhurst seniors are i s s u e s invited to Spring Prom Agca had probably sensed that B y Kam W flfams o f this text as heresy. That question.” So, we see that such LYNDHURST — The Commissioner Paul over and above his own .power, being said, I hope that certain a duly-elected “ochlocracy,” as Boo« Clune eighth annual Lyndhurst Passamano Jr. is planning over and above the power of circles might still be open to he dubs it, can be just as tyran­ Spring Senior Citizen Prom another exciting night for shooting and killing, there was an honest appraisal of nical as any other oppressive Memory and Identity will be held on Friday, April Lyndhurst’s seniors, with a higher power. Memory and Identity. form of government by Pope John Paul □ 15, at the Sacred Heart music, dinner and more to He then began to look for Relying on a question-and- , While I felt illumined by Rizzoli International Social Center, V alley Brook make a fun night. Call the it I hope and pray that he Publications answer format, John Paul some of John Paul’s insights Avenue and W a rre n Street recreation department at found i t ” weighs in at length on a num­ on man’s inhumanity to man« 192 pp. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. 201-804-2482 to sign up. Hardcover, $19.95 — P°P* John P a u l IJ on meet­ ber of subjects, some of which I was most deeply touched by ISBN: 08478-2761-5 in g his attempted assassin. are abstract, like “Ideologies o f his emotional Epilogue, where Evil,” “The Mystery o f Mercy" he recalls his _ 1983 m e e tin g THE CLASSIC BARBER SHOP Whether by coincidence or and “Redemption.” Others are with Mehmet Ali Agca, the by divine intervention, it’s fit­ more concrete,, such as those M u s lim w h o h a d trie d to assas­ OF W00D-RIDGE MEMORY ting that this book by Pope exploring, “The Relationship sinate him with an automatic John Paul II would be pub­ of Church and State” and pistol ju st two years earlier. N.Y. City Style AMD lished just as he was passing “European History.” Although severely wounded Custom Men’s Cuts away. In “Memory and IDENTITY When discussing religious in the attack, a precursor , of Identity,” the pontiff pontifi-J matters, the Papal language is the rise of radical Islam, the Bianca, your NYC Drained cates primarily on political very dry, similar in tone to Pope forgave the penitent hit Barber & Stylist , and philosophical issues in his hearing an uninspired cleric man who was contrite and capacity as the revered head of drone on during an imperson­ curious about Christianity. No Appointment Necessary the Catholic Church. al, Sunday morning sermon. Ultimately, Agca was pardoned but w ill consider appts., by request Since his reign began in You may as well be reading the by the Italian government who i October of 1978, John Paul scriptures or mouthing shipped him back to Turkey NEW SPRING HOURS has been one of the world’s prayers. rather than deal with escalat­ Mon. & Tues. Closed most influential world leaders, Tho se e n trie s are less lik e ly ing threats from supporters of fOPE Wed. 10 PM - 7:00 PM as he played a pivotal role in to engage the reader intellec­ the fundamentalist move­ J O H N PAUL the downfall of Communism. tually than the ones where he m ent. Thurs. - Saturday He was also admired for being 9 AM - 6 PM * tackles social issues. For It takes a better man than I an outspoken, activist Pope instance, in Chapter 22, to support the release from Sunday 11 AM - 2PM willing to express his opposi­ “Modern Democracy,” he prison of a person who Senior Specials Thursday Only tion to racism and to apolo­ “Christmas 1983, I visited warns the world not to be unloaded a weapon in my gize for the Church’s role in my attacker in prison. We euphoric over the collapse of direction at point blank range 263 HACKENSACK STREET the Holocaust. The flip side is spoke at length. In the course communism, for pathological with m urder in mind. It is that WOOD-RIDCE, NJ that the Pope lost some credi­ forms of democracy are yet o f our conversation it became special quality, which enables 201-939-4000 bility for not taking a tough clear that Ali Agca was still possible. me to recommend “Memory enough stance on pedophile wondering how the attempted Here he reminds us that, “It and Identity.” priests and for perpetuating was a regularly elected parlia­ assassination could possibly For if, as its recendy-depart- medieval Church stances on have failed. He had planned it ment that consented to ed author suggests, some high­ birth control and homosexual­ meticulously, attending to Hitler’s rise to power in er power guided the bullets to ity. every detail. And yet his Germany in the 1930s. And ensure that no one perished in When I attended Catholic the same Reichstags by dele­ intended victim had escaped packed St. Peter’s Square that school many moons ago, it was gating full powers to Hitler, I W i R i A death. How could this have fateful day, perhaps another instilled in me that a Pope paved the way for his policy of happened? hand played a role in prepar­ could not err in matters of invading Europe, for the Together We Make Good Things Happen The interesting thing was ing these final remarks which faith or morals. Thus, I realize establishment of concentra­ now bring down the curtain that his perplexity had led him that his flock might consider tion camps, and for the imple­ on John Paul II’s historic papa­ to the religious question. This his pearls o f wisdom the word mentation of the so-called cy. was his principal concern. Ali o f God, and, thus, any critique ‘final solution’ to the Jewish Ow Schools Are woriting.

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Question: I have a 9-week- in the family who range in age Thanks for your question! old Golden Retriever puppy Ask the Canine Expert fro m 4 to 10. H e hasn’t m et Polls open from and I would like to make sure them yet but will soon. There Send your questions to Canine he grows up to be a friendly, are also many children in our Companion, 251 Ridge Road, obedient dog. I’ve heard that I neighborhood, due to the Lyndhurst, NJ 07071, or email should keep him away from park across the street. He’s Cam neQIj'aderNeiuspapers. net. 2:00-9:00 PM other dogs until he’s had all very friendly with the adults Paid for by: East Rutherford Education Accosication h is shots. who come into our home. We This is my first puppy, and I got him one week ago from a don’t want to make any mis­ shelter. takes. What would you sug­ Sam P. gest? Answer: One good exercise Rose K. (th a t is safe fo r y o u r p u p p y !) is Answer: Don’t make the to take the pup to a park area mistake of “protecting” your and make a large circle with a pup this way. You need to rope on the ground. Sit in the socialize the puppy ASAP. If m iddle with the pup on leash. you have family, friends or Put little bowls with litde treats neighbors with dog-friendly Connie Formosa and Mars of in them around the perimeter Canine Communications dogs, set up play dates. I like to o f the circle (the circle should get puppies into an obedience tion and proper play manners. be large enough so that peo­ class by 10 weeks if possible. Common puppy issues like ple on the outside of it are at And don’t be afraid of the house manners, jum ping for least 15 feet away from the “germs.” Veterinary behavior- attention and biting can puppy. When children come ists will tell you that it’s more become problem behaviors if up, tell them “Oh! You can't important to worry about the not dealt with early and prop­ cross that line, but you can social development o f a puppy erly. And it’s so much easier to throw him some treats from than it is to worry about them avoid problems than it is to fix the bowls!” getting sick from attending an th e m ! Children love this game obedience class. If you miss One of my kennel club and what the puppy sees are the important social develop­ friends brought her 10-week- chidren coming towards him. mental stages, they can’t be o ld p u p to class — th e p u p is 6 But they always stop at a safe, made up. All the dogs who months old now and already easy distance; then they throw come to my classes have been attending dog shows. My him treats! He also gets used vaccinated and are healthy. Dalmatian, Mars, started his to the sounds and movements Puppies who attend class have training when I got him at 8 o f children with this game. 4 4 I want a banker in Aisle 9. had some vaccinations already, weeks. I would also encourage you so there really is not a terrible I can’t say enough for early to get into a group obedience risk of disease transfer. The socialization and training. I class soon. larger risk is in having a puppy hope you’ll consider enrolling Your pup needs to start with no social development; in a class soon. learning basic obedience it’s a leading cause of aban­ already! Working in a con­ donment and euthanasia in trolled, group class setting will dogs. Question: What can I do to help your pup to function bet­ It’s very im portant for pup­ h e lp m y 10-week-old puppy be ter in the real world. pies to play with other friendly, comfortable around children? It’s always easier to avoid healthy dogs, learn bite inhibi- We have three grandchildren problems than to fix them.

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U ' \ m W. V I 6L THE LEADER THURSDAY. APRIL 7 .2 0 0 5 Schilare explains the ‘pros’ of ownership E vents fo r E R S en iors EAST RUTHERFORD — to 2:30 p.m. at the Senior RUTHERFORD — people, home ownership is the • PLANNING YOUR East Rutherford Senior Center. Michael Schilare, broker- best way to substantially MONTHLY HOUSING Citizens, Inc. holds its meet­ :Upcoming events sched­ owner of Century 21 Schilare reduce taxes. COSTS IS FAR EASIER ings on the second and uled include: April 25 — Realty, recently held a seminar • AHOME CAN BE YOUR WHEN YOU BUY THAN fourth Tuesday of the month Brownstone for lunch and explaining the benefits of BEST LONG-TERM INVEST­ WHEN YOU RENT — If you at 1 p.m. at the Senior/Civic “Red Hot Mamas’’ show, May home ownerships to first-time MENT — Every month when have ever received a huge rent Center. New members are 18 —^ Villa, Mountainside, buyers — The Benefits of you make your mortgage pay­ increase from your landlord, welcome. Refreshments and lunch and “Broadway in Owning Versus Renting. Here ment, you’re building equity or have been evicted or asked bingo follow the business Corifert" show, June 27 — are five important advantages in a place o f your own. You can to leave with just 30 days meeting. Hunterdon Hills, Hampton, to owning a home, according think o f equity as a savings notice, you know what we Guest speaker at the April lu n d i and “Best o f Branson” to Schilare. account. The longer you own mean. When you buy, you 12 meeting will be Gayle show. CM) 201-83&0779 for • SAVE MONEY ON your home, the more equity know exactly what your pay­ Strauss, Superintendent of infornation on these events. TAXES — You can normally you acquire. And while there is ment will be each and every East Rutherford McKenzie also scheduled on deduct the entire amount of no guarantee that your home month. and Faust Public Schools. A p riH 8 tt> Caesar’s casino, your mortgage interest for the will increase in value, many • FINALLY YOU CAN She will discuss the reconfig­ Atlantic City, and a Spring home you live in from federal homes are worth far more as GAIN THE SATISFACTION, uration of these schools. Dinner Daqce with DJ and income taxes. In most states, time goes on, which means PRESTIGE AND SECURITY Beginner line dancing is line dancing on April 30; call you can also deduct this over a period of time you can OF HOME OWNERSHIP — offered for members only 201-8*3-31!». amount from state taxes. build, even more equity. Many You are free to decorate as you every Friday from 1:30 p.m. When you realize that interest homeowners use this build-up choose and make whatever W siL — makes up nearly all of your of home equity to finance improvement you want to your m onthly payment for the first their children's college educa­ home. 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This makes it easier to pur­ can often sell at a profit and particular situation. For most chase a home, even if the m ove up. Outwater’s grave to be rededicated in Carlstadt CARLSTADT — The grave Society, will recognize and ipal councilman and member Bakery Thrift Shop, located at of Captain John Outwater, a commemorate Captain of the New Jersey General 720 Washington Ave. in leading New Jersey Outwater’s important role in Assembly. As a state Carlstadt. For more informa­ Revolutionary War m ilitia offi­ protecting Bergen County res­ Assemblyman, in 1797, he tion and directions, contact cer, will be rededicated in idents during America's strug­ voted in favor of a bill that Bill Volonte at 201-868-5771 Carlstadt on Sunday, April 10 gle for independence. would have protected the right (email: [email protected]), a t 2 p.m’: (rain date o f Sunday, During the Revolutionary of women to vote in state and Glenn Valis at 908-295-2139 April 17) at the Carlstadt *War, Captain Outwater’s m unicipal elections. ([email protected]) or Cemetery. A representative of M ilitia was engaged in almost The cemetery is located John Sprague at 201-327-1664. the French Consulate in New constant m ilitia work. They behind the Wonder-Hostess York will speak. The Captain would intercept British trade John Outwater Company of on the Hackensack River. M ilitia will ceremonially dis­ British forces attacked and charge Revolutionary War-era burned the Bergen County VFW 8374 will meet April 14 m uskets. Court House and several sur­ EAST RUTHERFORD — The post hosted a bingo The Captain John rounding private homes; dur­ The East Rutherford VFW party on March 28 at the Outwater’s Company of ing the skirmish, Captain Memorial Post No. 8374 will Veterans Home, Paramus. M ilitia, who are Revolutionary Outwater was wounded in the hold its next meeting on Bricks for the Memorial War re-enactors, and the Capt. leg with a musket ball. Thursday, April 14 at 7:30 Walk can still be purchased. Abraham Godwin Chapter No. After the war, Captain p.m., at the Civic Center, 37 Call 201-939-6520, 201-935- 12 o f the Sons o f the American Outwater became a civic Vreeland Ave. New members 7443 or 201-939-4952. Revolution, New Jersey leader. He was a judge, m unic­ are welcome to join. Alhambrans SLEEP IN. PLAY. 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O p i n i o n LETTERS TO THE EDITOR EDITORIAL RESIDENT ASKS FOR VISIONS OF TUSCANY, NOT ALCATRAZ To the Editor: Social Security needs a fix, not a bullet E d ito ria l note: The fo llo w in g letter was addressed to the mayor a n d council members o f the Borough o f Rutherford, a n d submitted Congressman Steve Rothm an (D-9) made a stop in years. It's a “hoax," the taxes paid into it are being to the Leader Newspapers fo r publication. I am writing this letter to ask all o f you to reconsider your Lyndhrst to discuss the Social Security issue. The m id- "wasted" and “the so-called reserve ftind ... is no approval and plans for a concrete sound barrier on afternoon event drew about 30 seniors, a nice-sized reserve at all.” Marginal Road. » The problem of road noise affects my friends and neigh­ group for a solid lesson on a confusing topic. Those quotes are from A lf Landon when he was the bors that live alongside Route 3. My home is seven houses Although President George Bush’s plan to privitize Republican candidate for President in 1936. H ere’s a fro m Route 3 on Daniel Avenue. The noise problem seems to affect 12 homes between Social Security is being m et w ith great skeptism even quote from Barry (.oldw ater in 1964, “Perhaps Social Ridge Road and Delafield Avenue and including two or by those closest to him , it shouldn’t be dismissed as if Security should just be abolished.” There are many, three homes near Preble Place and Stuyvesant Avenue. it could never Every one I spoke to is against the concrete wall. A ll other happen. O vernight, naysayers can many m ore examples. Now Bush is falling in line and homes along Route 3 are at least two stories above the road become prom oters and a deal sealed before anyone saying pretty m uch the same things. level. I have an alternative suggestion I will explain. even has a chance to have a solid debate. Ask yourselves if you were buying a home today, would So we applaud Rothman for helping people make you even consider a concrete wall that was alongside your That’s why Rothm an’s chatty forum was so im por­ sense of this issue. People need the Social Security sys­ home, and had to look at it every time you left for work, entertained at parties in your back yard, etc. I feel that this tant. It explains the issue in a small setting so that tem to stay intact. There are ways to make it work. concrete wall would affect: questions can be answered. Rothm an outlined a few. And there are m any others. 1. Q u a lity o f life . 2. Value o f your property would decrease. There's so m uch inform ation available between the O ne beautiful way Social Security works is by keep­ 3. G raffiti is a part o f all concrete walls. W ^en you have Internet, TV, newspapers and magazines. But when it ing costs own. Adm instrative costs are held to just 0.6 time while driving on Route 3, look at the walls from the roadway both on the Rutherford and Lyndhurst side. This comes to confusing issues and num ber crunching, percent of annual benefits. Private pension executives graffiti has been there for over 10 years or more. m ost people tend to glance, graze and skip. It s just a siphon 15 to 20 percent. There have also been times 4. Even i f the proposed concrete wall is saffron colored bit too hard to digest. and topped with a 4-foot panel o f clear plastic, it is still ugly in the past when Social Security slipped into a tem po­ and depressing. O n the surface, Bush's plan seems fine and the fear ral)' deficit position, just as Bush is predicting will 5. Next time you are going for a drive and you see a con­ crete sound barrier, -pull o ff and go around to the other of the demise of Social Security as we know it is happen in 2018. We can handle it in 2018 just as we side and get the feel o f it. enough to cause panic. But nothing about Social did in the past: dip into the surplus. 6. Planting shrubs in front of the concrete wall is no help. Security can be gleaned from a surface glance. T h e fact is, the Social Security program now has a 7. I have spoken to several officials in Lyndhurst, and In fact, there are many schools of thought that reserve of $1.7 trillion. If we do nothing, there w ill be they told me basically Rutherford approved and thev had to g o a lo n g . d o n ’t believe Social Security is in crisis at all. that the a shortfall in a few decades. I am asking the mayor and council to consider what rhetoric Bush is spewing is the same story that's been So we do som ething. A ll the system needs is a fix. It Rutherford is noted for — basically planting trees. passed down from GOP generations lor nearly 70 doesn’t need to be put to death. The Cypress tree grows 2-4 feet a year, 20 to 25 feet in h e ig h t, 6 to 8 feet in diameter. They are evergreens, and when planted closely to each other, form a sound barrier all year round with no maintenance. All the people affected by The Pope was a magnificent, inspirational man the noise prefer this alternative. The trees that are in the When I was in Rome, it was area now are not evergreens and are no good for purpose Charlotte a nice young man.” customary to go see the Pope. nee ded. By C harlotte Savino I even had someone praying One nice day, we drove to the In closing, keep an open m ind and say no to this wall, for my entrance into marriage. Villa Gondolfo, where the and bring a little of Tuscany and not Alcatraz to our beauti­ But his prayers were never Pope was to have an audience ful town. I have included photos o f Cvpress trees. answ ered. at 2 p.m., and saw on the Thanking you in advance. s streets carts filled with holy The Pope was to make an articles — selling rosary beads, Peter Parisi appearance at 2 p.m. The I am sick of Michael crosses, holy earrings, etc. Jackson. You pick up the paper Rutherford The Pope was to make an people inside the Villa were or hear television tell the storv appearance at 2 p.m. The peo­ of his antics. He never did any­ ple inside the Villa were not not praying, but chanting, thing good for our young peo­ RECYCLING CENTER: MAYOR MC PHERSON praying, but chanting, “Viva "Viva Papa, Viva Papa." ple. Papa, Viva Papa.” WANTS TO HEAR FROM RESIDENTS Why must we be subjected To the Editor: He was to appear at 2 p.m., to articles about him daily with but came out early at 1:30, Through the results o f the visioning process and discus­ morning, notfn and evening which endeared me to him. VAGABONDING sion with many residents, the governing body of Rutherford news? First he talked to the chil­ has authorized the borough attorney to investigate the He never did any good for dren, then spoke to the people If there is no donation, I can availability' o f property to re-establish a recycling center. Ai med forces do without. the country and world, and yet in Polish, French, Italian, always say n o p ie — g o o d fo r The borough operated a recycling center until 2001. By way We never heard from that the papers and media get dailv English, etc., while the people the hips. No rise in weight if no o f a redeveloper’s agreement negotiated by the previous woman after the war because reports of his antics, which are administration, the center was required to be closed. Upon continued shouting, “Viva pie. my sister moved to Sausalito. STUPID and BAD g ro o m in g . its closure, we instituted a comprehensive program for Papa” — not on their knees Calif., where her husband had I am sick of Michael curbside pickup of all recyclables and doubled the collec­ p ra yin g . - a war commitment. Jackson, and keep the pajama- tion schedule. All recyclable pickups were outsourced to What an inspirational time. Before my sister was mar­ My sister taught in Sausalito clothed idiot o ff the air. private contractors until just recently. As o f April 1, the bor­ What a magnificent man. ried, she taught school in for awhile. Then she moved to There surely must be more ough s DPW will resume collection o f recyclables. Springfield. She drove to Virginia where she became a worthwhile things to write A potential site has lx*en identified as suitable for use as school each day in an old speech therapist. about and publish without The Easter season is a beau­ jalopy car. She also drove with a new recycling center. However, the acquisition costs will shoving M ichael Jackson’s paja- tiful season early in spring, her a woman who bought * * * be significant — perhaps in excess o f $1 m illion. Before ma-clad person in front o f it. com mitting those kinds o f resources, we would like to hear with the crocuses blooming everything during the war When I taught, the first year At least Martha Stewart took from our residents as to their interest in seeing a recycling and daffodils ready to bloom. from the black market — in third grade, there was a sen­ her medicine honorably and center re-established. It is a time for recollection things we were not allowed to tence in our spelling book, with little adverse criticism. Rutherford residents are asked to visit the Web site at and praying, and partying with have. “Hitch your wagon to a star.” vwyw.rutherford-nj.com or contact me as to your views on friends and family. A time to I never heard the woman’s T h e youn gsters asked w h at th a t * * * get together. name — all I remember is that meant, and I told them vou . issue at [email protected] In olden days, funerals were Baked ham is usually the she said, “I have to pick up Mrs. should have a goal in life, held from the home. There We would like answers to the following questions: main course at a meal, though Blackmarket.”- something to look up to. was no such thing as a funeral • Mould you like to see a new recycling center estab­ some people really cling to a I never heard her name, but At the end of the school parlor w here a dignified funer­ lished:' turkey for dinner. It is all in the I certainly knew she was not a year, I asked the children to al is n o w h e ld . state o f m in d . • Would your answer change if the cost of the center creditable person since she write a paragraph o f three sen­ The body was laid out in the exceeds $1 m illio n ? T h e n ice p a rt o f Easter is bought food during the war, tences, telling what they want­ the baked ham pies which I am home. Friends came to the • Would you prefer the existing curbside collection pro­ which was called “black market ed to do when they grew up, unable to make anymore. But fo o d .” house to sympathize with those gram or the acquisition o f a new recycling center? and one little girl named who were left. they are pleasant to think You were to do without this • Would you prefer a reduced curbside collection pro­ Nazare WTote, “When I grow Flowers were placed on the ab o u t. food, so that the armed forces gram with a new recycling center or maintaining the exist­ up, I want to In* a teacher. I front door for friends and And hope that some strong during the war had enough to ing curbside program without the recycling center? have made up my mind and neighbors to see, and friends good soul will donate a home­ eat. If you bought the food, will never change it.” • WTiat types o f recyclables would you dispose o f at a new and relatives came there to made baked ricotta pie to me. I they asked you not to. But this I am sorry I never followed recycling center — glass/cans/paper/brush/grass/white sympathize. goods? wait patiently. woman did not care, let the up if she did — very lax, I A paid person was hired to w o u ld say. • Would you support an increase in municipal taxes in sympathize in a loud voice, order to re-establish a recycling center? One day when I was stand­ making it unnecessary for • Would you like to see a referendum on the issue of ing in front of a sixth grade friends and relatives to make class teaching, I saw a boy acquiring property to establish a new recycling center? any sounds. They just sat sadly [piuapajiers throw a note across the aisle. I On behalf o f the governing body of Rutherford, we look by missing the relative who had forward to hearing from our residents. should have thrown the note in ju s t le ft. the basket, but being a meany, "Pulse of the Meadowlands" ® The priest came to the Wood-Rid jje • Carlstadt • East Rutherford I read it. Here is what it said: Bernadette P. McPherson Rutherford • Lyndhurst • North Arlington house to say the final prayers “Holy Saint Joseph, Dear before the funeral. . Mayor of Rutherford Established 1894 Saint Ann, please send Chairwoman, Bergen County Board of Chosen Under new ownership xvith the top circulation in South Bergtn 251 Ridge Road, Lvnd hum , New Jersey 07071 Freeholders ■i* , Telephone: 201438-8700 • Fax: 201438-9022 LETTERS TO THE EDITOR M Email: è[email protected] Web site: wwv.LcaderNewspapcrs.net LBOE MEMBER DECIDES TO RUN Thai News Leader BORTONE ENDORSES DtMASCIO, VENDOLA FOR COMMISSIONER rree delivery Paid delivery To the Editor: r ' Mailed to 39.507 homes, AND COPPOUA FOR LBOE Mailed to 4.188 homes, apartments, town homes I have enjoyed serving Lyndhurst as a member of the apartments, town houses To the Editor: and P.O. boxes and businesses. board of education. It has been very satisfying to be part of id P.O. boxes and businesses. To the residents of Lyndhurst: Having been a lifelong the district’s improving academic performance as evi- JoAnn Merklingtuius resident and a past member of the Lyndhurst Board of Publisher & Advertising Director nt11,?? reient scored in NJ Jmt 4 Kids and the No- Education (20 years), I feel compelled to write this letter of Child-Left-Behind report cards. Cindy Capitani Cindy Haatie Pamela Davidson endorsement for Tom DiMascio, Steve Vendola and Gerry Editorm-ChUf Managing Editor Production & Design C o p p o lla . But, I’m afraid the over-development we see in town threatens the progress we’ve made in our schools. That’s Manager These three genlemen are lifelong resident? themselves. why I ve decided not to seek re-election to the board o f edu­ Afama L Capria Je f f Fu co They’ve gone through our school system and have children Je n n ife r Hansen cation. Instead, I’ve decided to run for commissioner and Je n n ife r M erritt Carol Romeo Philip SOva o f their own in this school system. Mark Tedesco use my school experience with respect to over-develop­ We need quality people to serve our children, not peo­ Reporters ment. They are very closely related. ple who have vendettas and who want to cut programs. As a member of the board, I know that although our Ja n e Q ú e c o Meghan Powers Please give your votes to these three men who w ill serve Intern schools aye performing well, the facilities are already over­ Intern this community with pride for you and the children. NJPA crowded. More housing and the subsequent increase in stu­ Karen Buriie Brian Johnson dent enroUment threaten to push our school, past their Account Executive Senior Account Executive Annel»» Bortone capacities. I believe commissioners must consider the Lyndhurst Ann Marie McCarthy Gerì Ferrell Angela Pardey impact development has on our schools. Too much and the Executive Administrator Executive Manager Classifieds Executive Please see t - THURSDAY. APRIL 7 . 200.S THE LEADER RDP hosts art contest for Hambletonian Parade RUTHERFORD — The horses, bands, classic cars and any other publicity that is Rutherford Downtown Rutherford Public Library. more. developed for the Partnership accepting entries All entries should be sent Anyone ages 8-15 may enter Hambletonian Parade and for a poster design contest for to: The Rutherford Downtown to win a grand prize o f a $ 10 0 , Festival. Materials to help the third annual Partnership, 176 Park Ave., and their artwork to be used artists get ideas for their draw­ Hambletonian Parade and Rutherford, NJ 07070, no later for the posters and program ings are available in the chil­ Festival, which will be held in than noon on Monday, April covers for this event. Artwork dren's department of the 25. Downtown Rutherford on should be submitted in an 8- Saturday, July 30. This parade and festival are the kick-off should be accompanied (03n a W om an’s C lub offers scholarship events for Hambletonian separate piece o f paper) with ------LYNDHURST — The Week at the Meadowlands tion to all area school coun­ the artist's name, address, Woman’s Club of Lyndhurst selors. Race Track. The phone number, age and a will again award a $500 gener­ Hambletonian is the world’s To apply, the student parental/guardian letter indi­ al scholarship to a Lyndhurst should provide a personal pro­ richest and most prestigious cating approval for this art­ High School resident student. harness racing event. The file that includes family data, work to be used for posters, fly­ Doris Coughlan, education parade will feature numerous extracurricular activities, aca­ ers, event program covers and chairman, has sent informa- demic achievement, grade point average, special awards, community service work and Roland makes surprise delivery career goals. Three copies RI mnrDrnon i i ■ • _ should be provided. RUTHERFORD — M ic h a e l Inform ation must be sent to and MariaElena Miranda of high school counselor by April Rutherford proudly announce 15. For further information, the birth of their son, Roland ¿all 201-896-0821. Pol Miranda, born on March Active in Iraq — Sgt. James Johnstone is shown in 11, 2005, at 6:02 a.m. Roland regalia in Iraq where he is currently serving. Johnstone weighed 7 pounds, 10 ounces, Pot Roast Dinner Cathy Keogan, deputy borough clerk in North Arlington. He a n d was 20 inches Icyig. the son of Jam es and Coleen Johnstone of East Stroudsburg, Pa Roland was welcomed to his LYNDHURST — Lyndhurst Emblem Club No. 72 will spon­ Keogan can be reached at 201-991 -6060 for anyone who would home in Rutherford by his like more information. older sisters, Phaedra and sor a Pot Roast Dinner on Isabella. His birth was a sur­ Wednesday, A pril 27, from 5:30 prise home delivery. The care p.m. to 7 p.m. Menu will and thoughtfulness given by include salad, pasta, pot roast, the Rutherford EMT, Police egg noodles and vegetable. Bake sale to benefit Dunaj Ticket price is $12 per per­ and Fire departments was LYN DH U RST — T h e son; children under 10 years Drzymkowski’s son-in-law. He greatly appreciated. Washington School PTA will old, 55.50. For tickets, call has been hospitalized with sponsor a bake sale on Marie at 201-43&4356 or Julie pneumonia three times and Roland Pol Miranda Saturday, April 9, from 9 a.m. at 201-635-9844. has had numerous blood to noon, at Washington School transfusions. on Ridge Road, Lyndhurst. All are invited to come out LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Proceeds will go to John Dunaj and support this worthy cause. (bus driver/maintenance), Baked goods, store-bought who has been ill since August. goods or any donation will be D u n a j is Rose wrong type of development can mean overcrowded schools. There is a large percentage of Polish-Americans in accepted. Overcrowded schools can result in poorer academic perform ­ Lyndhurst, and you can’t tell me that not one o f them could ance. Poor school performance can have a direct impact on serve the people and do magnificently. I myself have served the value of our homes. If the value goes down, so will the on the zoning board of adjustment and the South W'est quality o f life we have here in Lyndhurst. Regional Development Committee for eight years now. My As a commissioner, I will use my experience to make sure brother, James is on the planning board and serves as chair­ development is in the long-term interest of ALL Lyndhurst man of the development committee. residents, not just a few. We have to be w illing to work togeth­ The members of St. Michael’s Church are able and out­ er towards a common future for the entire town. I’m willing standing citizens o f the community. Please don’t take this as a to do that work for Lyndhurst and why I’m asking for your criticism o f our current or future community public servants. support. I will be listed No. 6 on the May 10 election ballot. It is merely a suggestion, and yes, a rem inder that we as citi­ Again, thank you in advance for your support. zens with Polish surnames stand ready to serve or work in tan­ dem with others who live in Lyndhurst and love its people, as Joseph Abruscato well as its many traditions. Thank you and God bless you. Independent Candidate for the Lyndhurst Board of Commissioners John Drzymkowski Lyndhurst fJÎin a li/f k ¡Shorn THE FACTS, MR. FERRIERO! JUST THE FACTS! \ A y & i n a / To the Editor: AMVETS APPRECIATE ADS Mr. Ferriero, your letter in the NA News Leader on March 3, FOR ANNIVERSARY YEARBOOK Prom “Lit* Up” Shoe .• Arm I n i 2005, has summed up your term as a councilman. As the m in­ To the Editor: We specialize in Wedding, Sweet 16, Communion and Evening Shoes utes o f every council meeting can attest to, you have not pub­ Once again, the AMVETS are asking our fine neighbors Custom Dyeing, Jewelry, Handbags, and More! licly addressed any issues since being elected. here in Lyndhurst to place an “ad” in our 59th year anniver­ You are a veteran, and I have the utmost respect and adm i­ sary yearbook. - ‘5.” OFF with a minimum purchase of $35 ~ with this ad • expires 5/31/05 ration for you and other veterans, as well as those still enlisted A t this time, we would like to thank everyone for their con­ who protect the? and its freedom. At every meet­ tinued support to our AMVETS Post No. 20. Every ad that we 294 Park Avenue • Rutherford, NJ 201.842.9400 ing, you have commented about being a veteran and issues receive w ill help us tremendously to keep our doors open for dealing only with veterans. However, have you forgotten that our veterans to enjoy seven days a week. you were elected to address the issues and concerns affecting We must realize that our veterans at our post have either the entire community that includes more than just veterans? been through the World War II years or Korea or Vietnam, Do you even know what the issues are? and now we have added two members from our town, who are As councilman, you were elected to represent the interests now in Iraq. Both of these soldiers will hopefully enjoy our of the entire community, which includes renters, homeown­ post activities when they come back home safe and sound. ers, taxpayers and business owners, o f which some are veter­ Please consider placing an “ad” with us. Our A.W.W'. ans, but not all. When voting on the sale o f the water utility, Lewandowski AMVETS Post No. 20 membership appreciates you voted yes to sell without reading any reports regarding the the com munity’s generosity very much. sale. That was confirm ed when Ms. Rosenblatt was asked dur­ ing a council meeting if she had read any reports regarding Angelo Pol ite the sale of the water utility. Her response was, “No one has read any reports.” No one disputed that fact to anyone, Trustee including to the news media present that night. You, in fact, AMVETS Post No. 2 0 have never offered any opinions, suggestions or comments on any issues during the council meetings. Why? (All ad copy must be submitted by May 1. Gold page, $150; Silver page, $125; fu ll page, $100; half page, $50; quarter page, $25 You called me a disgruntled employee, why? I am not. I am — checks should be made payable to: AMVETS Post 20, 323 New York a concerned resident and taxpayer. There is a difference. Ave., Lyndhurst, NJ 07071, 201-438-S Everyone is entided to their opinions; the difference is my opinions are based on and supported by facts. You stated you’re tired o f reading my letters, but yet the public has heard nothing from you regarding any issue concerning the town. RESIDENT HAS THE RIGHT TO WALK HIS DOG To the Editor: George McDermott I was walking my dog (licensed and on a leash) on Pershing North Arlington Place in North Arlington, and my dog stopped for elim ination o f solid waste. After he finished, I picked it up and placed it in a plastic bag. All this time, a woman who lived next door stared at me. I asked her if she were going to do so until I left SISTERS SHARE A SPECIAL BOND the street, and she said she would. She also questioned my To the Editor: right to walk my dog on a street other than my own (I live one Editor's note: Thirteen-year-old Brittany Celia wrote this poem fo r street away). her sister and her new brother-in-law who are getting married in I am responsible for one dog only, and this is my own. I October a nd asked that we publish it fo r them. should not be treated like a crim inal and trespasser because a m inority o f dog owners do not obey the law. I do recognize my We ran and played and shared our toys, re sp o n sib ilitie s, as w e ll as m y How I remember my childhood joys with you. right to walk my dog on any We shared a home with Mom and Dad, public street. These memories now make me glad. K ow you go to share your life, KooenDjiluaA QMauaUMWronepmvo With Patrick, to be his wife. North Arlington We’ll see each other less I know, But you’ll always be the sister to whom I can go! I love you, Big Sis! Congratulations, Mimi! THANK YOU ALL Brittany C ela To the Editor: Lyndhurst On behalf of the Lyndhurst Girls’ Association and all the Girl Scouts who use the Libbie Lindsay POUSH-AMERKANS SHOULD BE CONSIDERED House, we thank all the sup­ FOR COMMISSIONER'S POSITION porters of our Palm Sunday To the Editor; Pancake Breakfast Your sup­ We Enow who the candidates are for the position of com­ port has given us an opportu­ missioner in the Township of Lyndhurst As a former candi­ nity to complete some major date for commissioner and a long-time participant in civic electrical and plumbing work affairs, I would like to make a statement and pose a question. on our building this summer. Pint the statement: Lyndhurst has not had a. commissioner of Polish descent since Walter Jan owsk served over SO years SyKrioKhff ago. Now I realize that there are interested and talented men The Lyndhurst Girl s ' and women of all nationalities who .would be willing to serve Association if only asked. a . OBITUARIES THURSDAY. APRIL 7 . 2 0 0 5 W11IAM B. WHITNEY SR. Wilfred Armitage Funeral Bayville, formerly of North Tomko Income Tax Service, Home, Kearny. Interment in Arlington, died on March 27, Lyndhurst, for 25 years. Arlington Cemetery, Kearny. 2005, at the University of He was a member of the M emorial Mass for RUTH ERFORD — William Memorial donations may Penna. Hospital, Philadelphia, American Federation of B. Whitney Sr., 81, of be made to the Alzheimers Pa. Musicians, Paterson. Pope John Paul II Rutherford, died on March Foundation or Crossnore Born in Jersey City, she He was predeceased by his 29,2005. School Inc., Crossnore, SC lived most o f her life in North wife, Frances Tomko (nee RUTHERFORD — A ll are He was born ip Jersey City. 28616. Arlington before moving to Timpanaro) in 1998. invited to attend a Memorial Mr. Whitney was a retired Bayville in 1973. He is survived by his son, Mass for Pope John Paul II administrative assistant for the Mrs. Branks was a secretary Richard D. Tomko and his on Wednesday, A pril 6 at 7:30 Port Authority o f New York WALTEE JOHN BEESE for the State of New Jersey, wife, Jaimie of Sparta; his p.m., at the Church o f Saint and New Jersey. Toms River, fo r 20 years before mother, Ana Tomko (nee Mary in Rutherford. He was a member o f the retiring in 1993. Wonica) of Rutherford; his Archbishop Emeritus of CARLSTAD T — W a lte r Rutherford High School She was a member of the siblings, Donald Tomko of Newark, Most Reverend John Beese, 89, o f Sea Isle City, Booster Club, the Boy Scouts ladies auxiliary, American Lyndhurst, Roy Tomko of Peter I^o Gerety, D.D., will form erly of Carlstadt, died on of America and the legion Post 129, Toms River, Rutherford, Gregory Tomko be the main celebrant and March 26, 2005, in Crest Pope John Paul II Rutherford Auxiliary Police. and the Trinity Methodist of Rutherford and Carol homilist of this concelebrat- Haven Nursing Home. H e was also a member o f the Church, Bayville. Tomko of Nutley; and his ed mass. Born in Jersey City, he lived Rutherford Junior Football She is survived by her granddaughter, Maya Tomko. Public officials and all in Carlstadt before moving to matic leader of the Catholic League, where he happily ran daughters, Doreen Albert of Funeral mass was held in parishioners have been invit­ Sea Isle City. C h u rc h . up and- down the field on laurel, Del., Jean Weiner of Sacred Heart Church, ed to remember the charis- Mr. Beese was a m ilkm an in Sunday afternoons officiating Harrington Park and June Lyndhurst. Interment in Holy Jersey City for most of his life. games. Rudd of Pompton Plains; and Cross Cemetery, North He was a form er member of He was the current presi­ five grandchildren. Arlington. Arrangements the Carlstadt Friendship Club dent o f the board o f trustees at _ Memorial service was held made by Nazare Memorial Historical Society meets and the Carlstadt Democratic Christ United Methodist in Anderson and Campbell Home, Lyndhurst. C lu b . CARLSTAD T — T h e name, and many of A&P’s dif­ Church and a lifelong mem­ Funeral Homes, Toms River. He was predeceased by his Carlstadt Historical Society ferent trade hames, including ber and past president of the wife, Marie Beese (nee Inc. will hold its next meeting Ann Page, Jane Parker, Eight United Methodist Men. Lynch); his parents, FREDERICK E. JENNINGS on Wednesday, April 20 at 7 O’Clock, Iona, Sunnyfield, He was a U.S. Arm y veteran Rajah, Marvel and many more. Bernhardt and Louise (nee LOUIS J. GALLO p.m., at the Community o f World War II. Meyer); and five brothers and RUTHERFORD — (Civic) Center on Fourth At one time, most areas east of He is survived by his wife, two sisters. EAST RUTHERFORD — Frederick E. Jennings, 85, of Street. Everyone is invited, free the Mississippi River had at Iris (nee Watson); his chil­ He is survived by his son, Louis J. Gallo, 87, died on Asburn, Va., formerly of o f charge. least one A&P, and during its dren, Carol A. William B. Jr., Walter Thomas Beese and his March 29, 2005, at his East Rutherford, died on March Craig Grvbowski, president “hey day” (1930), A&P could Debra J. and Leigh E.; his wife, Shell o f Sea Isle City; his Rutherford residence. 29, 2005. o f the A&P Historical Society, boast more than 15,000 stores. daughter-in-law, Yvonne; his daughters, Judith Stauch and Born in Jersey City, he was a He was born in Brooklyn, will be addressing the mem­ granddaughter, Megan; and a her husband, Bruce of resident of East Rutherford NY. bers. A general overview of sister, Doris H. Williams. Kiige load Florist California, and Karen since 1939. He was a parishioner of St. A&P’s history will be present­ Funeral service was held in Cardiello and her husband, Mr. Gallo owned and man­ M a ry ’s R .C. C h u rc h , ed, along with a display o f pho­ “F o r AU Your F lo ra l N eed»” Christ United Methodist Joseph of Texas; eight grand­ aged The Gallo Seed & Pet Rutherford. tographs anil A&P memorabil­ Church, East Rutherford. 201-955-1199 children, Walter, Kevin. Kerry Supply, East Rutherford, for Mr. Jennings was a form er ia. Interment in East Ridgelawn 379 tUdge Road Ann, Paul, Jennifer, Dawn, many years. contract administrator for A&P,. the great Atlantic & Cemetery, Clifton. North Arlington, NJ 070S1 Joseph and l^auren; 13 great­ He was predeceased by his General Dynamics. Pacific Tea Company, was Arrangements made by grandchildren; two brothers, son, Louis Gallo. He was a U.S. Navy veteran established in New York City in Collins-Calhoun Funeral Mixed Roses W illiam Beese of Georgia and He is survived by his wife, of World War II, and a mem­ 1859 and is the oldest grocery Home, Rutherford. Ernest Beese o f Colonia; and Mae Gallo (nee Mamerella) of ber o f the Rutherford VFW. chain in the country. It had a two sisters, Bertha Shallow of East Rutherford; his daughter, He was predeceased by his large offering of private label Edison and Ruth H e in s o f Josephine Matejko of wife, Edith (nee Vozza); and products sold under the A&P ¿ 812^ CATHERINE E. BERNI Jersey City. Secaucus; his son, Frank Gallo his sister, Florence Jennings. w ith this ad Funeral mass was held in St. of Florida; his brother, Edward He is survived by his chil­ NORTH ARLINGTON — Joseph’s R.C. Church, East Gallo of East Rutherford; dren, Frederick Jennings Jr. Catherine E. Berni (nee Rutherford. Interment in seven grandchildren and 13 and Sherry Mays; and his PAR0W Cammett), 72, of North Holy Cross Cemetery, North great-grandchildren. grandchildren, Lindsay and N a z a re FUNERAL HOME, INC. idge oad Arlington, died on March 26, Arlington. Arrangements Funeral mass was held in St. Lauren Jennings, and Lilly 1 85 R R M em orial Hom e, Inc. N orth Arlington 2005, in Clara Maass Medical made by Kimak Funeral Joseph’s Church, East Mays. Center, Belleville. Home, Carlstadt. R u th e rfo rd . In te rm e n t in St. Funeral mass was held in St. Joseph M. Nazare, Manager 201-998-7555 B o rn in Passaic, she was a Memorial donations may Nicholas Cemetery, Lodi. Mary’s R.C. Church, NJLIC. #2852 Strwutf cocuf tetoqta« lifelong resident of North D e n i s e P a r o w be made to Crest Haven Arrangements made by Rutherford. Cremation pri­ 403 Ridge Road A rlin g to n . Rehabilitation Facility, Nazare Memorial Home, vate. Arrangements made by N.J. L ic . N o . 3 8 0 2 Lyndhurst, N| Mrs. Berni worked in the Alzheimer’s Unit, 4 Moore L v n d h u rs t. Collins-Calhoun Funeral E l i z a b e t h P a r o w verification department of Road, Cape Mav Courthouse, Home, Rutherford. 2 0 1 - 4 3 8 - ^ 2 N . J . L ic . N o . 3 9 7 4 ADP in Clifton for 17 years NJ 08210. H e n r y S . P a r o w , M g r . N . J . L ic . N o . 1 9 3 7 before retiring in 1990. WILLIAM FISCHER She was predeceased by her GLORIA OCCHIOGROSSO husband, Leon C. Berni. EDNA M. MC GRATH RUTHERFORD — W illia m She is survived by her two Fischer, 63, of Rutherford, — G lo ria daughters, Debra Duarte and RUTHERFORD LYNDHURST — E d na M . died on March 29, 2005. Occhiogrosso (nee Saviano), her husband, Morgan of McGrath, 81, of Tonis River, He was born in Passaic. 83, of Rutherford, died on FUNERAL HOME North Arlington, and Lisa formerly of Lyndhurst, died Mr. Fischer was a U.S. Naw March 30, 2005. Connon and her husband, on March 26, 2005, at ho m e . veteran of the Vietnam War Gordon of Clifton; her three She was born in Brooklyn, 19 LINCOLN AVENUE, RUTHERFORD, NJ 07070 Born in New York City, N.Y., from 1960-66. NY. grandsons, Nicholas Duarte, she lived most of her life in He was a memlx*r of the 201-939-1050 Andrew and Daniel Connon; a She was a member of the Lyndhurst before moving to Federal Association of the W ALTER R. CALHO UN III sister, Margaret Rowe of Rutherford Congregational the Gardens o f Pleasant Plains NRA. Jackson; her sisters-in-law, Ann C h u rc h . MANAGER Section of Dover Township 11 He worked in the shipping Berni and Christine Cammett, Mrs. Occhiogrosso was a WWW.COLLINSCALHOUN.C0M • NJ LIC. 3763 years ago. and receiving departments of both of North Arlington; and sales clerk for the Card and Mrs. McGrath was a book­ Tech Trans in Mahwah. many loving nieces and Gift Gallery in Wellington. keeper for many years with He is survived by his sister, nephew s. She was a volunteer with Sample-Marshall Labs in Linda Fischer-Christensen; his SctsiqUx, TKem&Ua l “De&iç* j& dß Funeral mass was held in West Hudson Hospital for 15 Lyndhurst before retiring in brothers, Curt and Craig Our Lady Queen of Peace years. 1988. Fischer; his nieces and 65 Schuyler Ave • North Arlington Church, North Arlington. She was predeceased by her She was a member of St. nephews, Michael, Janet, Scott Open Thurs.-Sun. 10am-4pm, Mon.-Wed. by Appt. Arrangements made by Parow husband, Angelo. Joseph’s Church, Toms River. and Todd Christensen; and Victoria H. Carnegie, Phone 201-955-3655 Funeral Home, North She is survived by her She was predeceased by her great-nieces and great- Memorial Consultant • Fax 201-955-3660 A rlin g to n . daughter, Carol Fleres; her husband, I^awrenceJ. in 1977. nephews, Sarah, Elizabeth, grandchildren, Victoria “Serving A ll Faiths, A ll C em eteries” She is survived by her son, Matthew and John. Btto and her hus­ Cremation private. Jessica, Emily and Gianna. Agnes G . Connolly, 89, of band, Lou, all of Toms River; Funeral service was held in North Arlington, died on her grandchildren, John and the Rutherford G eorge O rm sby savino March 26, 2005, in Bey Ix*a Pamala Arkins, Sean and Ryan RICHARD S. TOMKO Congregational Church. Village, Toms River. McGrath, Tracy, Larry and Interment in Hillside A ttorney at Law She was born in Paisley, Amanda Lotto; and great­ L Y N D H U R S T — R ic h a rd S. Cemetery, Lyndhurst. Scodand. grandchildren, Meghan and T<>mk o , 63, o f F a ir I-aw n, fo r­ Arrangements made bv Ms. Connolly was an execu­ Sean Arkins. Wills and Living Wills merly. of Lyndhurst and Collins-Calhoun Funeral tive secretary for ITT Funeral mass was held in St. Home, Rutherford. Rutherford, died on March Powers of Attorney Corporation in New York City Joseph’s R.C. Church, Toms 29, 2005, in Maple Glenn Memorial donations mav for 2 2 years before retiring in River. Private cremation. 201-438-6801 Center, Fair Lawn. be made to the Rutherford 1983. Prior, she worked at Arrangements made by Born in Jersey City, he lived Congregational Church, Weston Electrical Instruments Anderson and Campbell 251 Ridge Road, Lyndhurst, NJ in Rutherford for 20 years, Union Avenue at Prospect in Newark for 25 years. Funeral Home, Toms River. Place, Rutherford, NJ 07070. No charge for initial consultation" She was a trustee, Sunday lived in Lyndhurst for 20 years, School teacher, Sunday School and was a recent resident of F air Law n. superintendent, clerk of ses­ GRACE A. BRANKS sion and choir member, dea­ Mr. Tomko worked as a tax con and elder, all in the First accountant for H&R Block NORTH ARLINGTON — Presbyterian Church, North Company for 24 years and was Grace A. Branks, 77, of Arlington. self-employed for Richard S. She was also a member of the Mariot Swim Club and a volunteer at the North Christian Commentary Arlington Public Library. God created the uni­ She was predeceased by her verse. Science teaches fact siblings, Jam es Y. Connolly and and fiction. How it was Jessie McLean. d o n e ! She is survived by her nieces and nephews, Nicki, Abortion is evil. Those Ellen and Carrie Lumi, John who work for or vote for McLean and many others. abortion are condemned Funeral service was held in but can be forgiven.

Science and religion D a y o f teach the brilliance and intelligence of our God! R ecollection NORTH ARLINGTON “Mortal sin is sin whose object is grave matter and which — Queen o f Peace Parish is is also committed with full knowledge and deliberate con­ p la n n in g a Day o f sent.” Catechism of the Catholic Church, page 455, No. Recollection at San Alfonso 1857. •on Monday. May 16. The day includes a luncheon. “Moral laws are written in the conscience o f every man.” Bus w ill leave fro m the fro n t Catechism of the Catholic Church, page 455, No. 1860. o f Queen o f Peace at 7:30 a.A. For information, call E. Mozczynski • 621 5th Ave. • Lyndhurst, N J 07071 d ie recto ry at 201-9974700. THURSDAY. APRIL 7 . 2QQS THE LEADER NJAR award for C-21’s Blevins Holm es appointed branch manager KEARNY — The New has received many awards LITTLE FERRY — Bergen Greater Community Jersey Association o f Realtors including the Century 21 Commercial Bank recently Bancorp is the parent compa­ Circle o f Excellence Award has Silver, Ruby and Emerald announced the appointment ny of Bergen Commercial been presented to William M illion Dollar Award. Blevins, of Kathryn Holmes as branch Bank, which is headquartered Blevins o f Century 21 Nancy F. who is a broker/salesperson, manager of the Bank’s Little in Paramus and operates six Blevins Real Estate for 2004. has received the Century 21 Ferry location. C. Mark full-service branches located in This is the 10th year Bill has Commercial Investment, Campbell, president and CEO Paramus, Hasbrouck received this coveted award, C e n tu ry 21 F in a n c in g a n d th e of Bergen Commercial Bank, Heights, Hackensack, Uttle which was previously called the Buyer Representation made die announcement. Ferry, Wallington and Wood- New Jersey Association of Certificate to better serve his Holmes is currently pursu­ Ridge. Realtors M illion Dollar Award. clients. He specializes in the ing an Associate’s degree in Bill Blevins has also South Bergen/West Hudson business administration and received the prestigious area. brings more than 20 years o f Century 21 Emerald Million Photo, BCB For a free customized mar­ M w to , C e n tu ry 21 banking experience and Dollar Award for 2004, pre­ ket evaluation of your home, knowledge to Bergen Kathryn Holmes sented to him at the Awards call Blevins at Century 21 William 'Bill' Blevins Commercial Bank. Dinner Dance held at the Nancy F. Blevins Real Estate at Venetian in Garfield. 201-998-0200, ext. 302. Blevins began his real estate C e n tu ry 21 N a ncy F. Blevins ed and is part o f the No. 1 real c a re e r 20 years ago with Real Estate, located at 691 estate corporation in the I Nancy F. Blevins Real Estate Century 21 Nancy F. Blevins Kearny Ave., Kearny, is inde­ w o rld . Q n tu i^ 691 Kearny Ave., Kearny, NJ 07032 Real Estate. Over the years, he pendently owned and operat- 201-998-0200 C21 @[email protected] • www.C21Blevins.com Self defense fo r children at YM CA

WOOD-RIDGE — T h e Ridge Civic Center, located at c h ild re n 10 years and up. Meadowlands Area YMCA, in 495 Highland Ave. (corner of A one-time $3 registration partnership with DragonSpirit Highland and Hackensack fee is required at time o f regis­ Martial Arts, have joined avenues). Registration for tration, and the program fees together to implement brand- classes w ill be h e ld fro m 4 are $10 per class. All children n e w ka ra te classes fo r 4- to 12- p.m. to 5:30 p.m., and the can opt to pay as they go ($10 year-olds. One 40-minute class demonstration will be held at per class) or to pay in full at per week will teach children 4:30 p .m . time of registration ($10 p e r balance, confidence, large A 10-week program will class) with one class free and a motor, coordination and lis­ then run starting April 19 until free DragonSpirit Martial Arts tening skills, character devel­ June 14, meeting every T-shirt. opment, stranger-danger, bully Tuesday. Classes are broken For registration and pro­ buster, self-defense, self­ up in age groups: 4 p.m. to gram information, call the esteem, manners, respect and 4:40 p.m. will be held for 4-, 5- YMCA at 201-955-5300, ext. 29, N. Arlington $339,900 Kearny energy release. $360,000 Kearny $349,000 a n d 6-vear-olds; 4:50 p.m. to and for all instructional infor­ Manor Section LR, DR, Kit, 2 Brs, Family that is centrally located Family great for investment or An open house and demon­ 5:30 p.m. will be held focJZr, 8- mation, call the DragonSpirit large maintenance-free land­ Each floor has a LR, large DR, first time buyers. Each fl. has LR, stration will be held on and 9-vear-olds; and 5:40 p.m. M artial Arts School at 201-438- scaped backyard with pool and EIK, 2BRS, with large closets. Dr, Kit, 2 brs, ctb. Fin. basement Tuesday, A pril 12 at the Wood- to 6:20 p.m. . will be held for 0350. deck. New windows and roof. Basement is unfinished. Neat with rec room and wet bar. One car garage and driveway. and clean. Great for investment. N ABH sponsors kids’ H ealth Fair NORTH ARLINGTON — tions. Among the special and girl’s bicycle. Giveaways The North Arlington Board of guests will be “Chips,” the will be provided by the organi­ Health will sponsor a Safety Clown of the Humpty zations participating and local Children’s Health and Safety Dumptv Association, to edu­ m erch ants. Fair on Saturday, April 9 from cate and entertain. Local par­ W inners o f a poster contest 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Senior ticipation will include the with the theme “Protecting N orth Arlingti North Arlington $459,990 Keamy $279,900 Medical Ofnce/Condo for sale or 2 Family on'large lot with updat- Family colonial next to park and Center. Children ages kinder­ police, crime prevention and Your Home From Radon" for lease in professional building, ed kitchens. 3 brs on the first fl. playground. 1st fl. offers LR, garten through Grade 8 are emergency services. The sixth, seventh and eighth 1900 square ft. 12 years old. and 2Brs on the second. One car Meik, 1 bedroom. 2nd. Fl has 2 invited to participate. Bergen County Animal Shelter graders from the middle Elevator and parking. garage and driveway. Brs, and a full bath. Full base The free walk-in event will will bring some interesting ani­ school will be announced at ment with bathroom feature displays and activities mal friends. the fair and prizes awarded. addressing children’s health Free raffles and giveaways Young children should be and safety issues. Activities will will be conducted during the accompanied by a parent or range from games to arts and fair, with the highlight of a responsible adult. For infor­ www.LeaderNewspapers.net links directly toreal estate Web sites crafts and exercise demonstra- grand raffle being a new boy’s m ation, call 201-955-5695. so you can view their listings “SMOKING DRINKING,

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LANIE ROBERTSON CASEY CHILDS a ______SPORTS THURSDAY, APRIL 7 , 20 05 Six Bulldogs bowlers reap post-season plaudits Tryouts are scheduled By W. L BJAfcn Jr. Jersey Section 1 State Championship, making him S p e c ia l t o t h e L j l a d e r for ice hockey teams the first RHS athlete to bring home that title. BAYONNE — ■ The Jersey and Peewees at 9 a.m.; t RUTHERFORD — City Capitals Ice Hockey Yet another 12th-grader, • A p r il 17: A to m s a n d Zoll owing the program’s sec­ team will hold tryouts for the Focht had numbers of 173 Mites at 5:30 p.m.; and ond “close-but-no-cigar”-type upcoming 2005-06 season (13th best), 243 and 404, with Squirts and Peewees at 6:45 Season in three years, six mem­ fo r Atoms, Mites, Squirts and Muller, a junior, compiling a p .m . bers o f the bowling team from Peewees at the Bayonne Ice 166 (17th best), 204 and 390 Atoms and Squirts will Rutherford High School have Rink, Bayonne. Scheduled showing and Jameson, a soph­ play an independent sched­ ¡garnered some level of post­ tim e s are: omore, averaging a 174, with a ule; Mites and Peewees will season plaudits. April 15: Atoms and play in the NJ Youth Hockey Nick Giordano, George high game of 183, in limited a ctio n . Mites at 6:15 p.m.; and League. Guaranteed lowest Tokarz and Greg Stanzione Squirts and Peewees at 7:15 Tied with Queen of Peace prices in Bergen and made the All-Bergen County p .m .; heading into the last outing of Hudson counties. Scholastic League/American • April 16: Atoms and the league season, the ‘Dogs Call 201-309-0110 for Division First Team, while M ite s at 8 a.m.; and Squirts information. Aaron Focht and Dave Muller (14-3) were edged, 8-7, by QP landed on the Second Team and finished one point behind All-League list and Nick the Golden Griffins in the race to Move, It's fcmeson was named to the All- for the league title. The League Honorable Mention Griffins ended the year with a point total of 200.5 - 49.5, U R S U L T ^ roster. ^ FUCHS ! A senior, Giordano aver­ while RHS was at 199.5 - 50.5. This marks the second rime aged 188, third best in the V T T h e n it ’s time to make the critical/ Teague, with a league best high in three years that QP has W decisions involved in obe o f game of 290 and a high series earned the title, with RHS a life’s most important in’ to 461 to his credit. close second. Last yeari buying or selling your Now a three-tiine All-BCSL Ridgefield Park was the champ you select to work with makes First Team choice, Stanzione, and Rutherford finished difference. Meet Ursula Fuchs, a senior and the club’s cap- fo u rth . o f the area’s leading real fain, had the fourth best aver­ “We were close, so close,” sionals, she’s adept at helping age in the BCSL/American sighed veteran RHS head through an important Division at 186, to go along coach Dave Padilla, who has keen insights on the local with a high game of 246 and been at the ‘Dogs reins for a combined with her hiigh series o f 453 this season. dozen seasons. business savvy, ' Another senior, Tokarz “Rutherford has never won working with a averaged 185, the sixth best an BCSL American bowling who’s focused on Yc showing in the American championship. The last title, Photo by Bill AMen-NJ Sport/Action After Time.XaU Ui Division, with a high game of in fact, came in 1991, when to move. Lauded Lonesmon 264, third best, and a high the school was still in the — A Rutherford High senior and a two-time first Direct: series o f 463. National Division. team All-League pick, George Tokarz is the first Bulldogs bowler to 201-298-1116 win a state section championship. M obile: In addition, on Feb. 12, “W hile it hurts to have lost 973-418-3769 Tokarz rolled a three-game by such a close margin and, obviously, it would have been total o f 698 (a 233 average), at “We were in the race until nice season. Bowler City in Hackensack to nicer to win, we really can’t be the final minutes of the final all that disappointed. win the individual North day and, overall, we had a very NJSportA rtion @aol. com V'6-’’;' - v '■-¿'L-r'.ÿfr t'V ’■ ,■ Visit www.LeaderNewspapers.net to win THEATER TICKETS Local residents enjoy N ets hom e 5ktorkdelivery.com ™ SienSign Rentals for AAll ll O ccasionsr r a s i n n « Custom Signs ■ Delivered & Installed

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Call 201-933-7721 Visit O ur Web Site For Details Photo by James Dombrowski www.storkdelivery.com JSorth Arlington long-time residents (from left to right) Robert Keegan, Anthony Amador, Bobby Keegan and Ronnie Scerbo enjoy the exciting action of a Nets home game at the Continental Arena i A Cnn?eci!0nS, 0f,T0ny Am? do,r' who secured the middle court press seats directly behind the W rAN 66 Radio Booth, the group had a perfect view of a Nets win. Robert Keegan, the younger of the three Keegan children, with Mary Ellen, the big sister, and Richie r T ? rT er' 9Laduated Queen Peace "Class of 19 7 7 " and is the proud father of sophomore QP basketball star, Courtney.

Joining dad at the gam e is the youngest Keegan, Bobby, 10 years old and a fourth grader at Washington School. Bobby plays soccer on the North Arlington traveling team, which is coached by Amador LilHe Keegan also plays for the Lions in little League. Anchoring the group is Ronnie Scerbo husband or real estate saleswoman and big sis, Mary Ellen.

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This week’s fishing report chummed hard with clam logs On the striped bass fishery, has one thing in common — and cracked mussels. Tried 6-8 fishing picked up a little since ciold water. Water in the feet, then moved off to 10, last week. Fisherman are start­ Raritan Bay was between 40 then finished in 13-14. Only ing to catch a few more fish, Hasbrouck Heights 1735,000 Cartstadt 1710JM0 and 47 degrees throughout Better than new! Just a few years old this Custom Rniir i: , , , »v.wv but they are still mosdy shorts the week, though there was Colonial has it all! Huge kitchen w S t tc “ r s 3 ZZ' ^ >'oun8 f ustonm bu* C,°lon.al. Nine large, bright in the 16”-22”. Baits o f choice breakfast bar. Family room with fireplace Master bed-'^" auJLroo'm l'vm? room, dining room, some signs of life. Wre had The Fishing Report are still clams and blood­ room with Cathedral Ceilings and a custom bath with ct!!’ S bedro0™> and a full bath. reports o f some success in the worms, but the acdon still Jacuzzi, large walk-in closet Additional m lar£ M- masterAbedroom Pnvate bath, three bay for both stripers and win­ won’t blow open for a few rooms. Walk-up attic is perfect for m aking teen suite ° bedrooms. Amenities include: crown mold- ter flounder. Fishermen get­ more weeks. Hie basement is finished with a 2nd fireplace and all the “ r”*' ™ne hea1' ting out in the bay had to plumbing for a wefbar and extremely high ceilings Ca/c f sy*™ , l°P of the line appliances, granite coun- Over on the Hudson and Central vacuum, security system, underground sprinklers Carlstadt taxes. Too much to list. Call today! chum hard to get some results Hackensack rivers, results have a fenced very deep yard with a large deck for entertaining! on the flounder front been mixed depending on A must see! VIP member Flukefarmer what day you got out and had this to report from March where you fished. Seems the 31, 2005: “Well, we tried. best acdon on the Hudson is Weather we got wasn’t expect­ still to the north up by ed. Anchored o ff o f Lawrence Piermont, with mixed results Harbor. Stiff wind ALL day. on a daily basis with some ENE then SE @20kts. Took a fishmarker.com members catching as many as few over the bow on the hook. seven stripers on worms. Over W a te r s till c o ld , h ig h e s t we h ad boxed three fhinndies, nice on the Hackensack, there has was 46.5 degrees, and still very, jumbos. A ll taken in the deep­ been very lim ited success with very dirty and m urky... easter­ er water and on the worm a few shorts in the 15":20” ly winds w ill not let the muddy clam combo.” being caught on worms. Till waters out of the bay ... next week, Rshmarker.com. ISA Soccer Association serves up Beefsteak mg waterfall. bedroom ooe flooTuving : N O RTH ARLIN GTO N — River Road in North coffee, tea, beer, wine and todiqr or stop by. Gftat location! Huxry so you can eus- The North Arlington Soccer Arlington. Doors wQl open at soda, live band, dancing and Allocution will hold a 7:30 p.m. A games. To purchase tickets or Beefsteak Dinner on Friday. Donation is $38 per person for additional information, SEE ALL THE HOMES AT April 15, at the Knights of and includes salad, fruit, beef call 201-99&0298. WWW.GATEWAYTOHOMES.COM Columbus, located - at 194 on «past, French fries, dessert, Catti!» 20L288-0004 THURSDAY. APRIL 7. 2005 SPORTS Parking pei RUTHERFORD — A s o f M ay 1, p a rk in g d u r­ be subject to a summons. Rutherford residents are ing the hours of 5 a.m. The fee for a permit for advised that^pplications for through 9 p.m. in the Erie parking at the Erie Avenue permits to park motor vehi­ Avenue Permit-Only Parking Permit-Only Parking Area cles in Borough Permit-Only A re a as liste d in the a p p lica ­ shall be $100 per month. Parking Areas are available at b le o rd in a n c e and as signed Applications for permits are the office of the borough by the borough, shall be pro­ available at the borough c le rk. hibited by all motor vehicles clerk’s office, 176 Park Ave., The applicable borough unless a permit to park has Rutherford. Questions ordinance, recently amend­ been secured before parking. regarding same may be ed regarding permit parking Vehicles parked without a directed to the clerk bv call­ on certain areas of Erie perm it during the applicable ing 201-460-3001. Avenue, takes effect May I, hours will be in violation of 2005. borough ordinance and will

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SHERIFF'S NOTICE SHERIFFS NOTICE representation« < . _____ SUPERIOR COURT their own SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY investigation to “ ascertain implied, as to the existence. Nearest Cross Street CHANCERY DIVISION OF NEW JERSEY amount, or validity of any Hendel Avenue whether or not any CHANCERY DIVISION liens and encumbrances on Liens Year 2000: Type BERGEN COUNTY outstanding interest remain BERGEN COUNTY the property Which is the DOCKET NO F 8171 03 of record and/or have pnonty DOCKET NO F 4383 04 Tax/Water Amount Between Plaintiff Amenquest over the lien being subiect matter of this sale $1.590 64 Mortgage Company and Between Plaintiff Defendant This notice is ftirther subiect Certificate Number 2003-26; foreclosed and, if so the Cedant Mortgage to Conditions of Sale as set " • 4/16/2002;4/16/? To OutsideSokJ Defendant: Stephen P current amount due thereon Corporation and Daniel J forth by the Sheriff of Bergen Lierthoider Hogan Et Al Civil Action - Together with all and singular Henckel Writ of Execution Date the rights, liberties Et Al Civil Action - Total Amount to Redeem 1/26/2005 privileges hereditaments The Snenff reserves the nght 10/14/2004 - $1.644 34 Photo, Lyndhurst Municipal AKanc« Phelan, Hallinan & Wnt of Execution Date to adjourn this —sale *from------time Note The Shenff reserves and appurtenances 1/13/2005 to time*------as orov>deapro\ by law the nght to adjourn this sale Schmieg PC thereunto belonging or in Ptuese Ettin Becker LEQ P MCGUIRE for any length of time without Wie are ihe champions! — Ivndhurst Municipal Alliance was the division and tournament champions 400 Fellowship Koad anywise appertaining and 4 Saltzman SHERIFF further advertisement Mt. Laurel. NJ 08054 the reversion and 760991 for the Boys Division 3-4. The boys were given a hooded sweatshirt from their sponsor, Lyndhurst By virtue of the above stated remainders, rents, issues Cherry Hill. NJ 08034 Together with all and singular wnt to me directed and and profits thereof, and also Published April 7 14 21 28. the nghts. liberties Municipal Alliance, at the soccer dinner held on Feb. 5 for a very successful season. Pictured, back delivered. I have levied upon By virtue of the above stated 2005 privileges, hereditaments all the estate nght. title, writ to me directed and Fee $111 60 and appurtenances and will expose for sale at interest, use. property, claim delivered. I have levied upon thereunto belonging or in row: Giovanni Riccardi, Frankie Infurna, David Rasczyk, William Newby, Ahmet Emre Guc, Dylan public venue at the Sheriff's and demand of the said and will expose for sale at Office in the City of defendants of. in, to and out public venue at the Shenff s SHERIFF S NOTICE anywise appertaining and Diaz, Jonathan DaSilva; middle row: William Geraczynski; front row: Cagdas Cervim, Tyler Hackensack, on of the same, be sold to pay the reversion and Fnday. April 22. 2005 Office in the City of SUPERIOR COURT remainders rents, issues McFadden, David Schneidenbach, Brandon Prins and Neil Jaim; not pictured: Jonathan Suarez and and satisfy in the first place Hackensack on OF NEW JERSEY and profits thereof, and also at one o dock in the unto the said plaintiff the sum Fnday, Apnl 29. 2005 CHANCERY DIVISION all the estate right, title, Coach Mike Nevedomsky. afternoon, prevailing time: of $308.986 46 with lawful at one o clock in the BERGEN COUNTY interest, use. property claim Property to be sold is located interest thereon afternoon, prevailing time DOCKET NO F 11500 04 and demand of the said in the «Borough of North Municipality Township of Between Plaintiff Mortgage Arlnngton. County of Bergen Electronic Registration defendants of. in. to and out and State of New Jersey Lyndhurst of the same, be sold to pay Premises commonly known Street Address 430 Systems Inc and and satisfy in the first place Rutherford Avenue Defendant Alcides Setti Et Al unto the said plaintiff the sum sold subject . _ _ _ Tax Lot 11 Tax Block 17 Civil Action - of $399.179 70 with lawful encumbrances of record and A^rojumate dimensions Wnt of Execution Date Arlington, NJ 07031 the Sheriff makes no 1/26/2005 interest thereon Being Known as: Lot 20. representations expressed or Nearest Cross Street Astor Zucker. Goldberg RLL will open season April 9 Block 156. on the official Tax implied, as to the existence Street & Ackerman or Cash is required at time of Map of the Borough of North amount, or validity of any Together with all and singular 200 Sheffield Street #301 Arlington liens and encumbrances on Mountainside NJ 07092- sale The property shall be RUTHERFORD — The for its final approach to the town champion lions meets Dimensions: 76 78 ft x 34 04 the rights. liberties, sold subject to all liens and the property which is the privileges. hereditaments 0024 encumbrances of record and Rutherford Little league will Little league field. ft x 78.44 ft. x 34 fl subject matter of this sale and appurtenances 1-908-233-8500 the Shenff makes no Keller-Depken Oil. Elks plays Nearest Cross Street Ridqe This notice is further subject thereunto belonging or in XCZ L-63082 Roed to Conditions of Sale as set By virtue of the above stated representations expressed or open its 55th season oil The Rutherford Police DiNoto Fuel O il at 2:30 p.m., The Sheriff hereby reserves anywise appertaining and implied, as to the existence forth by the Shenff of Bergen the reversion and wnt to me directed and amount, or validity of any Saturday, April 9, with a Department has established the right to adjourn this sale remainders, rents, issues delivered I have levied upon liens and encumbrances on while Flash Cleaners meets without further notice by and will expose for sale at parade, ceremonies and three estate nght, title, P*jlublic venue at the Shenffs “safe havens” in case sudden Tancredi Plumbing at 5 p.m. luiSubject to any unpaid taxes, . use property claim OI)ffice in the City of Major League games. municipal liens or other LEO P MÓGUIRE Hackensack, on adverse weather causes the A.W. Van W inkle 8c C o., the charges, and any such taxes, SHERIFF defendants of. in, to and out Fnday. Apnl 22. 2005 forth by the Sheriff of Bergen Players in the Major, Triple- parade to be canceled after it charges, liens, insurance 760982 of the same be sold to pay — the County league’s newest sponsor, opens premiums or other advances Published March 31. April 7. and satisfy in the first place A and Double-A leagues will made by plaintiff pnor to this 14. 21. 2005 The Snenff reserves the right lias stepped off. defense of its 2004 National sale All interested parties to adjourn this sale from time parties Fee $148 80 located in the Borough to time as provided by law assemble at the north end of At the field, ceremonies will League tide Sunday at 1 p.m., North Arlington m the Col. .., LEO P MCGUIRE of Bergen and State of New SHERIFF Lincoln Park, across the street take place at which the man­ playing VFW Post 227. Boiling . PUBLIC NOTICE------Jersey 760971 fake Notice that an application has been submitted to the or Cash is required at time of Commonly known as 152 Published March 31. April 7 from borough hall, at 9:30 agers of all 32 teams will be Springs Savings takes on Fire '

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Fine ravelings o f cotton 21. Goals 59. A way to end 24. Compass pL or linen fibers 23. Tree 60. Fled 25. Beyond what is natural 63. Enquiries 25. External ear 27. Caesar, for one 64. About aviation 26. Migrant 50. Benefactor 65. M arks 27. Rascal 34. Dollars (slang) 66. Crowded 28. Flowering tree 35. Dry 67. A legal document 29. Lariat 36. Neat 30. Citizens of Riyadh 37. Promotional materials 31. Chronograph 38. Stick out 32. Any mature animal 39. N ot inclined to speak 33. A female deity 40. Flat table with steep 38. Acquired edges 41. Looks r a THE LEADER THURSDAY. APRIL 7, 2005 Green, Men’s Adult Baseball League looks for players By W. L M M en Jr. T h e M en’s A dult Baseball of 18 of any skill level are S p e c ia l t o t h e L e a d e r League of New Jersey is cur­ welcome. Season starts early rently forming and admit­ April. LYNDHURST — It’s always ting new teams to its league For more information, nice to m ark a special occasion for the 2005 spring season. call 201-889-6216, e-mail: with presents. Stats and box scores for all [email protected], or In keeping with that games. Individual players visit www.amateurbaseball- thought, the members of the and/or teams over the age nj.com.______Lyndhurst High School boys basketball team are able to cel­ ebrate their program’s first league championship sincQ 1993 with the gift of five All- L ea gue awards, as b o th B a rry Green and Briaji Kapp were s ig n elected to the All-Bergen County Scholastic New & Refurbished Computers League/National Division Web Hosting & Design First Team by that confer­ ence’s coaches conclave, Expert Wireless & Wired Network Bobby (jalar/a and Bobby Troubleshooting & Installation Peeters were selected for the All-league second string, and For More Information Sec Us Call For An Appointment Mike McTigue was named to I On The Web At 201 -896-9353 the All-BCSL Honorable _ wwwjywdfllgaxoB Emergency Response Time 2-4 Mrs Mention list. “ 2f>* Kidd Techs Specializing la Mkroaoft Sduodi In addition, Green was Photo by Bfl Alen-NJ Sport/Adion picked for the All-Bergen Best Bears — The five members of the Lyndhurst boys basketball team who have garnered post-sea- Second Team by the county son plaudits are Bobby Galarza, Bobby Peeters, Barry Green, Mike McTigue and Brian Kapp. coaches cabinet and Kapp made the Third Team All- pick as a junior, Kapp, a 5’9” County roster. and 2.3 thefts per outing. “We have had talented play­ senior point guard, fashioned A 6’5” senior center, Cifeen A 6’2” forward, Peeters ers before, but the big differ­ averages of 9.3 points, 7.2 averaged 14.7 points, 11.6 sported stats o f 9.6 points, 3.9 ence with this group was bal­ assists, 5.6 re b o u n d s a n d 4.3 rebounds and 3.9 shots caroms corralled, 2.6 aids and ance,” assessed 10-year veteran steals a game, while only com­ blocked a game, to go along 1.3 take-aways per tilt, with LHS head coach Chuck mitting 58 turnovers on the with 29 steals and 23 assists in McTigue, a 6-foot tall senior M a rtin . season. the team’s 24 tilts this year. three-guard transfer from “That balance, that total K app, w h o is also a s ta n d o u t Also a proficient lineman Queen of Peace, adding 7.9 team effort, was the difference quarterback and safety, will and weight thrower, Green will points, 4.9 rebounds, 2.8 between us being mediocre most likely play football on most likely be a part of the assists and 2.1 rip-offs a game and coming out on top. The then NCAA level. to his team’s totals. football and track teams at kids really bought into the Wallington $485,000 Wallington COMMERCIAL $775,000 Galarza, a 5’8” senuk shoot­ M ontclair State University this Overall, the Golden Bears concept o f unselfish team play “Rare find." 2 family with 4 bdrms in one 2 bid» on 95 x 100 lot. 2 Fam w/2 BDRM each unit. 2nd unit: 4 rms, 2 bdrms. 2 car garage. ing guard, averaged 10.7 went 17-7, with a 16-2 mark in and it paid off with a champi­ unit 1st floor possible conversion to office. 2nd fall. bldg 2950 sf small office/storefront w/large points, 2.8 rebounds, 2.7 helps the league loop. A Second Team All-league o n s h ip . warehouse/work area Possibility for “This was a wonderful year, owner to subdivide with variance from tot and I couldn’t be prouder of this bunch o f guys. They made Serving it a pleasure to go to practice every day and gave us a good our community chance to (vin in every game.” since 1985 Lo* $434,900 NJSportA ction @aol. com Just Listed. 2 family. 2 bedrooms each fl»*». Move-in condition. JRBKGDK REALTY 326 Hackensack St., Carlstadt, NJ 07072 201-939-3002 www.jrhigginsrealty.com

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Fully Insured • Senior Citizen Discount Available 9319 Interior house prevents costly CLERK/TYPIST F/T painting & fixing up. repairs Very neat & dean TOM (201)725-6305 Seeking to care for TOa Wortt Available PUBLIC NOTICE 201-955-2520 elderly. 3-5 days s For East Rutherford Building & priced right! Take notice that application Department Call Fred has been made to the Board week.Ex cel lent 201-999-0962 of Commissioners of the Referen cas. General Office Work Including Township of Lyndhurst. New Call (973-667-661 phones, filing, typing, computer Jersey, to transfer Vizzinni Chris Painting Co. knowledge- Corp to premises located at Apartments for Rent 455 Valley Brook Avenue. Salary $21,840 Plus Benefits Lyrvlhuret, New Jersey, the Plenary Retail Liquor Interior- Exterior Lyndhurst SefKf resume to: Consumption or Distribution Brand New Apartment Frank Retianatl, 197-199 Paterson U.S. Coins License No 0232-33-011- Powerwashing 005 for premises located at New Kitchen A Bath Avertie, East Rutherford,NJ 07073 455 Valley Brook Avenue, Water damage repair VITO’S 2 bedroom s, livin g room Wanted Lyndhurst, New Jersey Popcorn ceilings - Siding TREE CARE M EIK, with parking One hundred (100) percent EDITORIAL owner Robert T. Giamisso. Fully Insured • Removals • Cabling Close to trans, and shopping To Buy 355 Lake Aveflpa. Lyndhumt, • Pruning • Firewood No Fee S1275.00 New Jersey, 0Wf71 i^ree esimates * Land Cleaning C a ll 201-906-6847______FREELANCE Objections, if arty, shootd be * Crane Services made immediately in wnting 20 Years Experience » Stump Removal KEARNY-1 BEDROOM APT.wtth modei $ Top Dollar Paid $ to Helen Polito, Township Quality Work Reas Rates kitchen, aelf-cleanlng oven & Dishwasher REPORTERS Gold Silver Nickel & Copper Clerk of Lyndhurst. New Free Est Fully Irts'd Jersey Call: 201-461-9487 Vanity Bath. Large cloaeta. Free Parking Call any time at 201-401-1020 Robert T Giamisso Available April 1at. Rent $845.00 4 Util. WANTED Applicant 201-896-0292 I will come to you. 355 Lake Avenue for weekly newspaper. Lyndhurst. NJ 07071 STUDIO APT. In Modern Garden Apt. Bid. Published March 31. April 7, Must be available to cover Plu mbmg/Heating by law Dressing Alcove,Built In Vanity Dreaaer, 2005 night meetings. Fee $24 80 4 The Borough Clerk is Walk in Cloaet. Formica Kitchen Cabinets hereby directed to publish Vanity Bath. Free Parking. Avail. April 1 tt Darrin Anthony notice of this action once in Send resume and writing BOROUGH OF the official newspaper of the Rent $625.00 Piua Utilttiea. sample to: G & R Builder Plumbing & Heating INC. Borough of Cartstadt and NORTH ARLINGTON jobs @ leademewspapers.net R - 6 - 05 Ail Phases of Plumbing maintain a copy ol the Modem Kitchen, Sett- RESO RE: CHAPTER 231. agreement for public LAWS OF 1975 KNOWN AS & Heating inspection Cleaning Oven & Dishwasher. Vanity Certification as to the Bath. Large Closets.Free Parking. • Roofing THE 'OPEN PUBLIC 24 Hour Emergency Service MEETINGS ACT” GIVING availability of funds Available April 1at Rem $965. Plua Util. NOTICE OF THE MEETING NJMPL #11127 201-939-5454 The Chief Financial • Siding OF PUBLIC BODIES Officer Treasurer hereby WHEREIN FORMAL PuMy Insured certifies that sufficient funds 201-991-6261 ACTION, DECISIONS OR are available to pay the • Windows/Doors DISCUSSIONS RELATING amount of $8 468 00 TO THE PUBLIC BUSINESS consistent with terms of the WILL TAKE PLACE Agreement to be paid from Townhouse for Rent • Decks WHEREAS, pursuant to the grant in the same amount Chapter 231, Laws of 1975, received from fh# State of known as the "Open Public New Jersey for such • Tiles Meetings Act' all meetings of HW BOILER COMPANY purposes all public bodies wherein Certified Dominick formal action, decisions or G lancaspro. Treasurer • Sheet Rock discussions relating to the FREE ESTIMATES ON BOILER & Dated February 17. 2005 Modem Townhouse with brand new public business may take ROLL CALL 5 Yes. 1 Absent kitchen, cerm lc floor, new dishwasher, AIR CONDITIONING APPROVED Wm JAY place, are required to be refrigerator, central a ir conditioning, • Painting publicly announced and INSTALLATION ROSEMAN MAYOR known, the purpose or ATTEST CLAIRE FOY, 3 bedroom s, 11/2 baths, fu ll dining room agenda of each meeting SALES AN D SERVICE BOROUGH CLERK recreation room, garage, snow rem oval Published April 7. 2005 • All Types of Carpentry NOW THEREFORE BE fT RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL and yard m aintenance. RESOLVED BY THE Fee $43 09 ZONING BOARD OF FULLY INSURED Rent $ 1600.00 plus u tilities Licensed & Insured ADJUSTMENTS OF THE SHERIFF S NOTICE A vailable A pril 1st. Free Estimates BOROUGH OF NORTH SUPERIOR COURT ARLINGTON, COUNTY OF JIM GORETSKI OF NEW JERSEY 20% Senior Citizen Discounts BERGEN as follows CHANCERY DIVISION 201-988-5654 BERGEN COUNTY The following are designated DOCKET NO F 20694 01 C a ll Now : 201-991-6261 201-883-0656 as meetings of the Zoning Between Plaintiff Homes*!* Board of Adjustment of the HWBOILEReAOL.COM latbe Jr Et Al Civi Borough of North Arlington. AcSon- County of Bergen, at wt*ch Execution Date public business may be 8/27/2003 Hackensack, on AND 8ALAR1E3 OF formally discussed, decided Shapiro 4 D«z LLP Friday. April 6.2005 406 Uppmcott Dove Suite J 20% of Ihe purchase price in al one o'clock m the Taka nonce »tat appfcatton EMPLOYEES OF THE or acted upon All Marten. NJ 08053 the form of Certified Check afternoon, prevailing time BOARD OF HEALTH OF wM be hatd at 7 00 pm at By virtue of the ebove stated Street and Street Number of a bids and Ste contact itself wnt to me directed and or Cash is requrod at #me of Borough of East Rutherford. THE BOROUGH OF Borough Ha«. 214 Ridge Pmtoasii.ii iat Engineer for ihe must be avaladle for publc sale The property shat be 160 Vanderburgh Ave. Road. North Arlington. Naw datvemd. I have levied upon sold subject to al lens and Rutherford. NJ 07070 Bargan County; New Jaraay., RUTHERFORD. préparation and oversight of inspection, and wit expose for sale at encumbrances of record and Tax Lot and Block Number Northeasterly side al Fem for a change in shore hofctom ORDINANCES BH1-2002. Jaraay, Second Floor Council requirements o* the NJPOES NOW, THEREFORE. BE IT public venue el the Sheriff's Sheriff makes no Block 179. Lot 11 on Ihe Tax Avenue to , Planary ADOPTED OCTOBER 28. Office m toe City of Mep of the Borough of Pubkshed March 17. 24. 31. Together with al and singular Master General Permit tor RESOUfED, by toe Mayor Hackensack, on Rutherford, NJ 07070 April 7.2005 the nghts. liberties, 2002. AND BH1-2004 Municipal Stormwator and Count* of Ihe Borough Friday. April 15. 2005 Number of Feel to Nearest Fee: $115 32 privilegee. hereditaments 33030002 «or premises ADOPTED FEBRUARY 23. January 12. 2005 Management regulation; and of Cartstadl Bargen County. M one oolock In the Kens and encumbrances on Cross Street end appurtenances 2004: Zoning meeting. Wednesday. WHEREAS, the Borough of New Jaraey. that afternoon. prevaSng time: the property which is Ihe To be supplied thereunto belonging or in February 9.2005 The property to be sold is subject matter of tvs sale Fyt Description Deed Book SHEIUFF’S NOTICE SUMMARY STATEMENT Cartstadl has been awarded 1. The Negks Engineering located m fete Borough of Ttos notice » further subject 8043 Page 291 SUPERIOR COURT Roula 17 Sou*. Eaat Tha subjed Zoning mealing. Wednesday. a grant In toe amount of Aaéoctotoe am hereby East Ruswforo m toe to Condttons of Sale as set Together with all and singular OF NEW JERSEY Rutoerford, Ml. Tha persona March 9,2005 S8.468.00 from toe Stale of authorized to proceed with County of Bergen and Stale forth by the Sheriff of Bergen tha rights. Iborties. CHANCERY DIVISION X R Zoning meeting. Wednesday, of Naw Jemay. privileges. hereditaments BERGEN COUNTY - right Me. Marek New Jersey for purposes of preparador» of Ihe requisas Lots Block82 ThsTsKeriir reserves toe ri^hl and appurtenances DOCKET NO F 12396 04 April 13.2006 complying «ah toe Municipal plans to meet toe Munidpel to adjourn Sw sale from tene thereunto belonging or in Bstoreen Ptainafr Ameriqueet Z i j r 9 - i r a - GMIs making at 15 Eaat toe Calendar Years. 2004 Zoning meeting, Wadnaaday, Szl5^ftS i5 b rt5!Ä to lima as provided bv law enywMe appertaining and toe defenderá» of. to. to and owl tvouÿi the year 2007 May 11.3006 LEOPM0GÖWE reversion end tematodars. ¡SSK, " “***■ be asU toe Zoning meaSng. Wadnaaday. of toe Lot am: SHERIFF a4t/a Rita Gtarruaao Et Utoee. NJ and Bambina 760472 CM Action - Naia Occhino molding at •ma Mroduced M a regular June 8.2006 Negfca torih in toair propoaal dated wsotÄ L T “ Pubished: March 24. 31. Writ of Exacufeon Dato: 400 Paaeaic Avenue. NuSey. means o* i» Rutoerford eat Croes Street April 7.14. 2005 1/31/2005 Engineering .»ooortani has Augusts.2004 T iwtad on toe Morthaaateriy Fee f 131.44 Casale & PeSegnno, LLC NJ. Objectons. If any. should Board of HeaNft in Boroutfi atomatsd a propoaal dated 2. The Mayor Is hereby aide of High Street. 200 feet defendants of. In. to and, out One GmehallbMve be made immediately in of Rutherford. County of Al eaat 9* 2004 ouMrang authorised to execute Ihe from tha Northwesterly side of the same, be sold to say Parwppany, NJ 07054 or Cash is required altime at Mrtlng to toe Borough Ctork. Bargan. Stala of Naw Jamay of Garden Street By virtue of tie above stated sato Ihe property shal be saMoaa IS Se provided to agmament wS Magia This sals is subject to unpaid SUPERIOR COURT wit to me dracted and subject» altane and Borough of East Rutoerford, hald on March 28. 2005 and Sie Pnrrmtf to meet tha engineering Assodarne. 34 aad.aoeeesm.enH. tax, dslverad I have levied upon NJ 07073. statutory manriats of toe Park Avenue. P.O. Bon 426. rBKftS and we expoea tor ja le jS PuMehed: March 81. April 7. puMe otoar .ff V - tBunfcfcal £K*S g$bc venue at toe Office m t o e d v of I Qf S I a s K * i.iv 0 8 7 1 g u m * n wm 184 Detondent ffie ' proper^to^^S d is •ant Plan tins fes * vahsut oompaStoe ^*‘*

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