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Published Every Thursday Since September 3, 1890 (908) 232-4407 USPS 680020 Thursday, August 11, 2011 OUR 121st YEAR – ISSUE NO. 32-2011 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] SEVENTY FIVE CENTS Westfield and Region Prepare for Tenth Anniversary of 9/11 By BETSEY BURGDORF moving musical tribute will celebrate an Act of Congress, have been asked and PAUL J. PEYTON the fortitude, bravery and resilience to observe a National Moment of Specially Written for The Westfield Leader of the American people,” Westfield Remembrance. AREA – Westfield and other towns Symphony Orchestra Maestro David Senator Frank Lautenberg (D-N.J.) throughout the area are preparing for Wroe said. stated, “During the Moment of Re- the 10th anniversary of the Septem- On Sunday, September 11, com- membrance, each person across the ber 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. Plans memoration events will take place at country is called upon to stop and to commemorate the anniversary have the September 11, 2001 Memorial remember those we lost in the Sep- been announced. Park located at the intersection of tember 11 attacks.” Westfield will begin its ceremo- North Avenue and Broad Street. From At 6 p.m., there will be a public nies on Saturday, September 10, with 8 to 10 a.m., there will be a period of Interfaith Commemoration Service a special 10th Anniversary Com- silent reflection, and during this time, in Memorial Park. The service will memoration Concert performed by members of the Westfield Police be attended by families and neigh- the Westfield Symphony Orchestra Department, Fire Department and bors of victims, and will include at 8 p.m. at The Presbyterian Church Rescue Squad will stand in vigil in musical and vocal interludes and a of Westfield. The program of classi- Memorial Park to commemorate the candlelight tribute. cal music is called America The hours of the attack. On Sunday, September 11, at 6 Brave. At 1 p.m., Westfield will join every p.m., the Township of Scotch Plains “It is our collective hope that this town and city in the country who, by will dedicate its 9/11 Memorial on the Alan Augustine Village Green to honor both the victims and the survi- vors. “I hope it [the monument] really honors the people that passed away, not only those from Scotch Plains, Horace Corbin for The Westfield Leader but the 3,000 other people. We really WILD RIDE…Commuters return home Tuesday night at the Westfield Train Station. Those working on Wall Street have been experiencing a wild ride on the stock market with plunges of over 600 points on Monday and a rise of 430 on Tuesday want to honor the police, firefighters, as the world reacts to the financial downgrade of the Federal government’s debt. rescue workers and others that died that day,” Scotch Plains Mayor Nancy Malool said. On Sunday, September 11, Union Union Cty. Utilities Auth. Revises County will hold a ceremony at the September 11 Memorial in Echo Lake Park in Mountainside beginning at 1 p.m. Incinerator Deal Proposal In conjunction with the ceremony, By PAUL J. PEYTON tion (DEP) and Consumer Affairs contracts through 2045. the New York Blood Center will con- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader (DCA) has been the length of the He said the UCUA would now be duct a blood drive near the Memorial AREA - The Union County Utili- contract. going back to all those towns to try from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. ties Authority (UCUA) is in the pro- “We’ve always known that it was and get them to agree to extend their

Photo courtesy of Susan Cook The names of the 60 Union County cess of amending its plans for ex- an issue as to whether or not state contracts through 2031. These towns, COMMUNITY SUPPORT…The Westfield Town Council recently honored The residents who lost their lives are tending the lease with Covanta En- procurement law [would allow you which include waste disposal for resi- Westfield Foundation with a proclamation for their contributions to the commu- etched into the memorial. The me- ergy for operation of the county’s to] go out with that long of an exten- dents as a municipal service paid nity. Pictured, left to right, are: Lee Hale, Assemblyman Jon Bramnick, Anthony morial also honors all those affected solid waste to energy incinerator in sion. The reason that we tried was through property taxes, are currently J.R. Cook and Gerry Glasser share a few laughs at the home Sal Caruana. by the multiple attacks, through de- Rahway. The agreement, which was because there was a lot more ability charged $68 per ton to dump at the sign elements that include two gird- to run through 2045, now would ex- to get from Covanta some of benefits incinerator. Those towns that sign ers from the World Trade Center ar- tend to 2031. The existing 25-year that we currently don’t see under our extensions would see a drop in the fee Hale and Glasser Honored ranged within a five-sided area repre- contract signed in 1998 runs through current contract with them,” Mr. Wil- to $56. senting the Pentagon, and an Eternal 2023. liams told The Westfield Leader dur- “The shorter term is a good thing Flame representing those who died The Board of Chosen Freeholders ing a phone interview on Thursday. from the towns perspective,” Mr. For Westfield Foundation in Pennsylvania. took action on July 28 by introducing “But in discussions with the DEP and Williams said. He said it is possible WESTFIELD - During a town pact these two particular men had, The Eternal Flame also honors the a limited deficiency agreement with with the Department of Community that Summit might now sign the ex- council meeting in May, Mayor Andy not only to the Foundation, but to the members of the Armed Services and regards to refinancing bonded debt Affairs, everyone came to the con- tension. “They had always said they Skibitsky read a proclamation in overall betterment of Westfield and emergency responders. on the incinerator, which opened in clusion that it would be better to have would do it, but for the long term [of honor of The Westfield Foundation its surrounding community. In addition to the ceremony, Echo June 1994. a shorter term so we have voluntarily the contract] and now that’s been for their service to the community He noted their years of service and Lake Park will host a display of 343 According to UCUA special coun- reduced the term to 2031.” solved.” over the last 35 years. exceptional commitment. The Foun- American flags from Friday, Sep- sel Jonathan Williams, the main stick- Mr. Williams said Covanta has Garwood Mayor Patricia The proclamation, in particular, dation hosted a cocktail party at the tember 9, through Monday, Septem- ing point with the New Jersey De- agreed through negotiations to many Quattrocchi said her borough coun- honored Lee Hale and Dr. Gerry home of trustee Sal Caruana in cel- CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 partments of Environmental Protec- of the same “benefits” of the origi- cil agreed to the 2045 extension “at Glasser for their contributions to the ebration of this special recognition nally negotiated lease extension. the 11th hour.” Foundation as former trustees and for these two deserving men. Chief among them is a $12 per ton “I didn’t support them signing on members of the Cornerstone Society. The Westfield Foundation began Fanwood Spurns Merger, reduction in the solid waste tipping to it, but the council decided the sav- Anthony J.R. Cook, president of in 1975 with an initial donation of fee charged to municipalities that have ings over the short term was defi- the Foundation, spoke to the audi- $2,000. The Foundation’s assets now contracts with the UCUA to dump at nitely beneficial to the municipality. ence about the contributions and im- exceed $10 million. Suggests Shared Services the burner and which agree to the We weren’t happy with the length By MICHAEL J. POLLACK Since Scotch Plains and Fanwood extension. because it was much too long. But Fluorescent Bulb Recycling for Specially Written for The Westfield Leader have a history of collaboration and Towns with existing contracts that’s what they (council) decided to FANWOOD – Fanwood Mayor already share a school system, they through 2023 are: Elizabeth, CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 Colleen Mahr spoke of Courage to are on Courage to Connect NJ’s ra- Cranford, Garwood, Hillside, Region’s Residents Starts Aug. 20th Connect NJ’s efforts to force the dar, and the organization has begun Kenilworth, Linden, Plainfield, Correction FANWOOD - The Fanwood-Scotch aluminum, plastics, glass bottles, merger of Fanwood into Scotch Plains gathering signatures in the local com- Rahway, Roselle, Roselle Park, The name of a Mountainside vol- Plains Recycling Association an- cardboard, mixed paper, textiles, light at Tuesday night’s council meeting. munities. Springfield, Summit, Union, and unteer firefighter in last week’s coun- nounced August 5 that a new program metal, white goods, books and printer According to an editorial by the Mayor Mahr said she “knows where Winfield. Mr. Williams said all but cil story should have been spelled to recycle fluorescent light bulbs will cartridges. The Center also accepts group’s executive director, Gina the group is coming from,” pointing Summit had agreed to extend their Thomas Triolo. begin on Saturday, August 20. electronic devices, such as comput- Genovese, appearing on to “angst and anger over skyrocket- Homeowners and renters in Fanwood, ers, televisions, printers, etc. The couragetoconnectnj.org, the organi- ing property taxes,” but said she is not Scotch Plains, Westfield, Plainfield, Fanwood-Scotch Plains Recycling zation aims to “end redundancy” in advocating consolidation. She said Mountainside, Cranford and Garwood Association is an all-volunteer com- New Jersey by consolidating munici- she is pushing for further shared ser- can bring used bulbs to the Recycling munity organization dedicated to palities and school districts. The or- vices, so the borough can “retain our Center on North Avenue in Fanwood. community service and a clean envi- ganization envisions millions of dol- own identity.” The program is being initiated by a ronment. lars in savings by consolidating the She did say that the borough “hears grant from Union County. For more information, please con- 566 municipalities and 591 school the complaints...they don’t fall on Home Depot of Watchung Square tact Mr. Ebersole at (908) 889-8347. districts into small “clusters.” deaf ears,” but she feels that changes Mall will recycle the collected bulbs can take effect quicker and have more through their own Hazardous Waste potency if addressed through shared Program. Tubular fluorescent bulbs, services. both eight and four feet in length, and The mayor updated the board and compact fluorescent bulbs will be residents about a few shared-services accepted. No broken bulbs will be opportunities that could arise shortly. accepted at any time. She said Scotch Plains, Fanwood and Recycling Site Manager Alan the board of education are looking at Ebersole explained that while more jointly going out to bid for solid- energy efficient than standard incan- waste removal. Also, she said Scotch descent light bulbs, fluorescent light Plains is interested in entering into bulbs contain mercury and therefore the partnership between Fanwood and should not be thrown into the regular the board of education on janitorial Courtesy of Lisa Kane MUY BIEN...Diez niños de Westfield en España! The Glenn, Kane, and Wheatley trash. This new program provides a services. children took a moment in front of Gaudi’s Sagrada Familia in Barcelona to catch means for residents to immediately The mayor said serious discussions up on the news back home. dispose of any used bulbs, rather than are occurring on “co-mingling” ser- having to store them for the desig- vices such as police, the courts and PAGE INDEX nated Recycling Days held by the the construction office. The last meet- Regional ...... 2-3 Education ...... 14 county. ing centered on the courts and was Editorial ...... 4-5 Sports ...... 9-12 The Recycling Center is open on attended by both local judges and Police ...... 6 Real Estate .... 9-13 Wednesdays and Saturdays from 9 Archive 2008-10-09 by Debbie Hoffman for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times representatives from state superior Community ... 7 Classifieds .... 13 a.m. to 1 p.m. In addition to fluores- TRASH TO CASH...Recycling is a way of life at the Fanwood Recycling Center court, who provided pros and cons to Obituary ...... 6-13 A&E ...... 15-16 cent light bulbs, the center recycles where volunteers and residents make it one of the most successful programs in the CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 state.

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Photo courtesy of Greg Ryan NEW OFFICERS...Toastmasters of Westfield elected new officers for the coming ROUGHING IT…Boy Scout Troop 77 from St. Paul’s Church in Westfield year. Pictured, left to right, are: Oscar Ocasio, secretary; Robin Patrick, past Christina Hinke for The Westfield Leader remembered to bring along a copy of The Westfield Leader. The Scouts and leaders president; Vijaiyanand Prasad, treasurer; Angela Chester, public relations; GARWOOD CEREMONY...Mayor Pat Quattrocchi greets Karen Pipala Tues- were at Sabattis Adventure Camp in Long Lake, N.Y. from July 23-30. The scouts Anne Goldman Baker, president; Judith Farrell, membership; and Michael day night during the council meeting before swearing in Police Captain James learned to cook in the wild and clean to avoid bears. Alfano, education. For story, please see page 5. Pipala, promoted from lieutenant. Incinerator Deal Fanwood Spurns Merging Garwood Bulk Waste Pick Up CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 To Take Place September 29, 30 do and there was nothing I could do tax bill.” CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 By CHRISTINA M. HINKE dents to go in the case of an emergency, about it,” Mayor Quattrocchi said. UCUA comptroller Thomas consolidating this area. 100 percent of your real-estate taxes.” Specially Written for The Westfield Leader such as a heat wave, Ms. Ariemma said Garwood Borough Clerk Christina Brennan told The Leader he was not The mayor also said there is a sense In separate business, the board re- GARWOOD — The Borough Council that the borough does make space for of “cooperation” between the two ported on a five-year recreation capi- voted Tuesday night on the first reading residents in emergency situations. She Ariemma said the borough averages sure whether the tonnage for the to introduce the pilot program for the said residents who need a place to go $100,000 for disposal fees at the in- grants to non-contracts towns was to chiefs of police. She assured every- tal plan after receiving grant money bulk waste pick-up this year. The pick-up should call Borough Hall or the police cinerator for 1,400 tons of solid waste be based on just residential waste, or one that “there is no predetermined from Union County. for residents’ bulk waste will take place and they can direct residents where to go. per year. She said Garwood’s tipping was to include commercial waste. He conclusion...And we are not looking At LaGrande Park, the basketball on Thursday and Friday, September 29 She said in the past that the borough hall’s fee at the burner has risen from $60 in said the bulk of the UCUA discus- at abdicating the department. We’re courts will be reworked, and a sun and 30 and the deadline to register to have meeting room was opened up for resi- 2006 to $68 in 2011. sions were held in executive session. looking to see if the towns can have a shelter will be installed, in addition bulk waste picked up is Thursday, Au- dents, and also the firehouse. The library Berkeley Heights, Clark, Fanwood, Towns signing extension agree- merged department but equal voices.” to new asphalt placed near the main gust 15. and school are also other places that could Mountainside, New Providence, ments with the UCUA would see the Resident Joe Nagy took issue with building. The council did discuss moving the potentially be used as a shelter, she said. Scotch Plains and Westfield do not most savings. Elizabeth is estimated some wording on a tax bill recently Recreation Committee Chairman deadline to Saturday, August 20, but a She also said transportation to a shelter sent to borough residents. Specifi- Mike Szuch also said a 30- by 40-foot decision was not publicly made. The fee can be made available. offer municipal waste collection. to see $700,000 in annual savings on is $55 for a maximum of 750 pounds of During the regular meeting, the coun- Residents there pay private haulers waste disposal, Linden, $155,000 and cally, he suggested that the borough pavilion would be built, featuring park bulk waste. Borough Clerk Christina cil moved on first reading to introduce an for garbage collection. Haulers col- Winfield, $10,000, according to esti- itemize how an annual average $9 tax benches to accommodate approxi- Ariemma said to date about 100 homes ordinance to establish restricted handi- lecting in these towns are charged mates in a Star-Ledger story pub- increase for local residents occurred. mately 50 kids. Everything from art have signed up for the program. A public capped parking at 204 Fourth Avenue. $97 per ton. Mr. Williams said these lished earlier this year. “When you look at the individual workshops to family gatherings and hearing on the ordinance will take place The public hearing will be Tuesday, Sep- towns would have “to first take con- In addition to the tipping fee reduc- components, you get a much more picnics could be enjoyed there, he said. at the next council meeting on Tuesday, tember 13. trol of the waste stream and provide tion, Rahway would receive a dramatic feel,” he said. Mr. Szuch also expressed hope that September 13. Council Finance Committee Chairman for municipal collection (within prop- $150,000 increase in compensation For the average taxpayer, he said, the borough’s former ice-skating rink Councilman James Mathieu said he Mathieu said collections are running erty taxes)” in order to be able to sign for hosting the incinerator to total $1 the municipal budget went up $62.10. could be rehabilitated. had concerns with Garwood Borough $110,000 ahead over last year. The county budget raised $81.72, and “I’m really happy about that,” Mr. Department of Public Works personnel A 9/11 memorial service will take place contracts with the UCUA and receive million annually. The county would performing the actual duties of picking on Sunday, September 11 at 6 p.m., Rec- the lower tipping fee. receive $2 million annually. the school budget went down $134.78. Szuch said. “That brings back memo- up and disposing of the waste, citing reation Committee Chairman Sara Jerry Infantino of Westfield-based The incinerator burns 1,550 tons of “That’s dramatic when you look at ries (of my childhood), growing up in issues with potential workers compensa- Todisco said. Also, she reported that the Infantino Bros. said he paid $220,000 waste daily, which is converted to it,” he said. Fanwood during the 1960s.” tion claims, liability, overtime wages and summer recreation programs ended Au- for 2,295 tons of waste disposed at electricity. Per the agreement, Union Councilman Robert Manduca said In other news, Fannywood Day the wear and tear on the borough trucks. gust 5 and had a successful year. The the burner in 2010, all of which was County is to receive 10 percent of the situation was “frustrating” and will take place on Sunday, October 2. Ms. Ariemma said there would be no senior dinner is this Saturday at the generated in Westfield. that revenue come 2029. Gabel Assoc. “highlights something the council New offerings will include carica- overtime allocated to the bulk waste pick Knights of Columbus from noon to 4 p.m. “If the law says you have to dump estimated that revenue would equal needs to watch.” He said a borough ture drawings and a modern-car show, up and that the old trucks, not the new She said 65 seniors signed up and that the there, why do you (towns) have to $2.9 million per year. The report stated cannot just look at “one basket” of featuring high-end vehicles. truck, would be used to pick up and recreation commission holds the dinner savings; rather, the entire cost must Fanwood’s 5K will take place later in dispose of the bulk waste. to show its appreciation for the seniors. have a contract (with the UCUA)?” that UCRF generates 300,000 mega- Prior to the meeting, Mayor Patricia Shared Services Committee Chairman Mr. Infantino asked. “I’m Ricky watt hours (mwh) annually. be considered, since “you have to pay the month, on Sunday, October 23. Quattrocchi swore in the new police per- Mathieu said he had spoken to the county Ricardo, explain it to me.” The freeholders will vote on the sonnel. James Pipala was appointed po- about the new dispatch center in Westfield Mr. Williams said the seven non- limited deficiency agreement ordi- Charges Still Pending lice captain from lieutenant, serving just and that the borough council is welcome contract towns would receive grants nance on Thursday, August 25. under 25 years on the Garwood police to tour the facility. He said the dispatch from the UCUA equal to $3 per ton “Essentially (limited deficiency force. Mario Morelli was named police center has expanded its footprint and its based on the tonnage figures of waste agreement) agrees that we (the Against Berman, Disko sergeant from patrolman, serving 21 years equipment. He said Fanwood had signed coming from each of these towns. county) are going to deliver that waste By LAUREN S. BARR Peter Aseltine, a spokesman in the on the Garwood force. James Wright was a three-year contract that started last year According to an economic review of and that’s so we can market the bonds. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader New Jersey Attorney General’s Of- appointed Police Lieutenant, Douglas and that Fanwood is claiming a $200,000 WESTFIELD — On March 9 fice, told The Westfield Leader on Stoffer was appointed police lieutenant, savings over the three-year period by the initial Covanta contract exten- Most of the activity in terms of for- Samuel Rocco was promoted to police outsourcing its dispatch services to this sion prepared by Gabel Associates of mal government action is at the utili- Westfield Board of Education Busi- Monday that, “the original charges sergeant, and George Suggs and Andrew facility. He said Fanwood’s contract in- Highland Park, these seven towns ties authority from this point for- ness Administrator Robert Berman are still pending” and the investiga- Chuddy were appointed probationary cludes an opt-out at any time clause. collectively average 155,000 tons of ward,” Mr. Williams said. was charged with second-degree brib- tion is ongoing. He said that while he patrolmen. Patrolman Alexander Two items on the consent agenda were waste per year. When asked of the impact the agree- ery in association with a bid-rigging could not comment further on this Andersen has retired. opposed by Councilman Mathieu, but Mr. Williams told The Leader that ment has on Union County, Mr. Wil- scheme that allegedly dated back 10 particular case, generally speaking, During the workshop meeting, the passed by majority vote, 4-1. He opposed the UCUA opted to have these grants liams responded, “The county is more years, but has yet to be indicted. cases are either presented to a grand council said they were in agreement that the authorization of hiring Jonathan DeLia sent directly to the towns to be ap- directly involved than they were.” As he was suspended pending the jury by the Attorney’s General’s of- they would like to accept the donation of for a part-time seasonal job to begin Thurs- plied as “tax relief” instead of giving “The county deficiency agreement investigation, Mr. Berman remains fice for indictment or pre-indictment the Purple Heart monument offered by day, September 1 at the borough’s DPW. on unpaid leave from the Westfield plea arraignments are made. Anthony and Sal LaFerrara. Council Mr. Mathieu said he needed more details it to the haulers to be passed on to does provide for the county to backup President Timothy Hak said he suggested on the budget and the length of time this their customers. “Our experience has the transaction should there be some Board of Education while Interim At the time of his arrest Mr. it be installed at the memorial park on the person will be on the job. been that they (haulers) never pass default on the part of anybody’s abil- Business Administrator Vincent Berman’s attorney, Blair Zwillman of corner of Walnut and 4th Avenues. Ms. Ariemma said Mr. DeLia’s wage the savings on to the homeowner,” ity to perform and that’s so we can Yaniro is paid $650 per day, accord- Wilentz, Goldman and Spitzer, told Also, in reference to an article in The is $9 per hour and he will work a 40-hour Mr. Williams said. “It’s (UCUA market the bonds,” Mr. Williams said. ing to BOE spokeswoman Lorre The Westfield Leader, “He’s an honor- Star-Ledger, where it cited that Garwood work week. “He is budgeted for,” Coun- grants) not a great impact, but it is a The remaining debt on the incinera- Korecky. able man.” Mr. Zwillman declined to did not have a place allocated for resi- cilman Hak added. savings, a legitimate savings on their tor is $138 million. comment for this article, stating only Mr. Mathieu also opposed the imple- that the matter is still pending. Ferraro’s Application mentation of an ordinance that sets the According to the Attorney salary for an administrative position to General’s Office, Kenneth Disko of To be Heard by settle paperwork for shade tree work. Mayor Quattrocchi told The Westfield Mountainside was charged with sub- Westfield Planning Bd. Leader that Ms. Ariemma performs these Your Neighbors Are Sleeping Soundly. mitting quotes and estimates to the duties now after a dedicated position was three school districts including August 18 eliminated, and she is paid a stipend of Westfield and Scotch Plains-Fanwood WESTFIELD –The Planning $4,500. Mr. Mathieu said he believes this and recommending approval of the Board of the Town of Westfield will position is not necessary. fraudulent bid contracts in exchange hold a special meeting at 7:30 p.m. The Tuesday, August 23 council meet- for more than $80,000 in kickbacks on Thursday, August 18, in the coun- ing has been canceled and the next regu- from contractors. Mr. Disko was as- cil chambers in the municipal build- lar meeting is Tuesday, September 13. sociated with M. Disko Associates of ing, 425 East Broad Street to hear Kenilworth, but was no longer em- and decide upon the application sub- ployed there according to a represen- mitted by Palmiro Ferraro, Inc., 14 9/11 tative who answered the phone shortly Elm Street, Block 3116, Lots 2 and CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 after the charges were levied. 3. ber 12. The display is sponsored by Also charged in the case are John Formal action may be taken. The the Union County Fire Chiefs’ Asso- Sangiuliano, 56, of Scotch Plains, applicant is seeking preliminary and ciation to memorialize the 343 New co-owner of Metropolitan Metal Win- final major site plan approval with c York City firefighters who perished dow Company; Martin W. Starr 44, variance relief to construct a three - at the World Trade Center, and to of Cliffwood Beach, owner of Starr story building for use as a restaurant. honor the legacy of service that all Contracting, and Stephen M. The applicant is seeking variance re- firefighters continue to practice. NIRVANA LATEX 2-SIDED INNER SPRING Gallagher, 50, of Cliffwood Beach, lief for parking, signage and rear yard Summit will hold a 9/11 10th An- owner of East Commercial Construc- setback. Variances, waivers or ex- niversary Remembrance on Sunday, tion and Tara Construction. ceptions from certain site plan details September 11, at 3 p.m. at Calvary Mr. Starr and Mr. Gallagher were Episcopal Church, 31 Woodland Av- And here is what they are saying... or relief from requirements may be arrested and held in the Union County sought as appropriate. enue. The Summit Chorale and Cal- "My family has used the Mattress Factory for over 20 years. It is a family-run local business that jail with bail set for each at $50,000, Plans and application are on file in vary Church choirs will sing Mozart’s distinguishes itself with outstanding service, exceptional products and competitive prices. Why buy an while Mr. Disko, Mr. Sangiuliano the office of the Town Engineer, 959 Requiem. import from a stranger, when you can get a better mattress with great service from a neighbor & friend? and Mr. Berman were charged by North Avenue West, Westfield, and This event will be free to the public - John Nichols complaint-summonses. may be seen Monday through Friday although free-will donations will ben- Mr. Starr and Mr. Gallagher were from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. efit the victim’s families. All of our mattresses, including our Nirvana Latex line, can be custom built in any size or shape. Our inner-spring mattresses, released on bail from the jail March including pillow-top are all made double-sided so that they can be flipped for maximum health and comfort. For the past 30 9, according to the Union County years our company has strived to be one that is easy to deal with, providing our customers with not only a great product but also Department of Corrections. HNYLH[L_WLYPLUJL>L^PSSPTWYV]L[OLOLHS[OHUK^LSSILPUNVML]LY`J\Z[VTLY^LOLSW;OPZ^PSSUV[Q\Z[IL^P[OV\YWYVK\J[ZI\[ Authorities charge that in bidding with every aspect of the company. one contract in the Westfield schools, Mr. Disko told Mr. Sangiuliano he would include the replacement of seven windows in the scope of work $50 OFF for the bidding specifications, even $100 OFF $200 OFF $100 OFF though those windows had been al- any twin/full any queen/king any queen/king any twin/full inner spring set inner spring set latex set latex set ready replaced by Mr. Sangiuliano. Not to be combined with other Not to be combined with other $499 or more $799 or more offers. Expires 8/31/11 offers. Expires 8/31/11 This allegedly enabled Sangiuliano Not to be combined with other Not to be combined with other offers. Expires 8/31/11 offers. Expires 8/31/11 to bid lower than other contractors, knowing he would not have to re- place the windows. Metropolitan was awarded the contract. It is alleged the Mr. Berman ac- cepted over $13,000 worth of win- dow glass and doors installed at his :V\[O(]LU\L-HU^VVK51‹   South Plainfield home by Metropoli- 4VU¶-YP;O\YZ :H[:\U tan from 2004 to 2008 in exchange ^^^TH[[YLZZMHJJVT‹^^^UPY]HUHTH[[YLZZJVT for making written recommendations Betsey Burgdorf for The Westfield Leader that the Westfield BOE appoint the NEVER FORGET…Scotch Plains Mayor Nancy Malool, right, and Lisa Mohn, President of the Scotch Plains Business and Professional Association, stand by a Ron Shovlin, Owner company as the “contractor of record” section of steel beam from the World Trade Center that the township will incorporate for the district. into its 9/11 Memorial being erected at the Alan Augustine Village Green. Serving the community since 1959

USPS 485200 Thursday, August 11, 2011 Published Every Thursday Since 1959 (908) 232-4407 OUR 52nd YEAR – ISSUE NO. 32-2011 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.timesnj.com [email protected] SEVENTY FIVE CENTS Scotch Plains and Region Prepare For Tenth Anniversary of 9/11 By BETSEY BURGDORF and Rothenberg, James Walsh and Mat- The beam, which will be placed PAUL J. PEYTON thew Horning, who lost their lives horizontally on the site, will be Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times on September 11, 2001. flanked on either end by two spot- AREA – Scotch Plains and other The steel beam was presented to lights that will shine towards the towns throughout the area are pre- the Township by Port Authority of sky, reminiscent of the Twin Tow- paring for the 10th anniversary of New York and New Jersey Com- ers. the September 11, 2001 terrorist missioner Anthony Sartor on April A Pentagon shaped stone will be attacks. Plans to commemorate the 30 and is currently being stored at placed near the center of the beam anniversary have been announced. the Scotch Plains Rescue Squad. and will include grains of wheat to On Sunday, September 11, at 6 Mr. Sartor will also be included in signify the field, the final resting p.m., the Township of Scotch Plains the dedication ceremony on Sep- place of Mr. Rothenberg, who was will dedicate its 9/11 Memorial on tember 11. a passenger on Flight 93. the Alan Augustine Village Green Mayor Nancy Malool told The “I hope it [the monument] really to honor both the victims and the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times that honors the people that passed away, survivors. the 9/11 Memorial committee de- not only those from Scotch Plains, The monument will include a 10- signed the monument to represent but the 3,000 other people. We re- foot section of steel beam recov- the World Trade Center, the Penta- ally want to honor the police, ered from the World Trade Center gon and Flight 93, which crashed in firefighters, rescue workers and oth- and three benches in memory of a field in Pennsylvania, as well as ers that died that day,” Mayor Scotch Plains residents Mark the three Scotch Plains residents. Malool said. The committee is accepting do- nations and has already raised $11,000 for the construction of the monument. “Our goal is to raise Betsey Burgdorf for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times $20,000,” Mayor Malool told The NEVER FORGET…Scotch Plains Mayor Nancy Malool, right, and Lisa Mohn, president of the Scotch Plains Business and Times. “That would enable us to Professional Association, stand by a section of steel beam from the World Trade Center that the township will incorporate \intoits pay for what we have to pay for, as 9/11 Memorial being erected at the Alan Augustine Village Green. well as have money to maintain the monument.” Mayor Malool stated she is grate- ful for those who have donated their Fanwood Council Spurns Merger, time and materials including Ralph and Guy Checchio, Weldon Con- crete, Pat Bartell and Tom Donatelli, as well as others who have made Suggests Shared Services significant contributions to the con- By MICHAEL J. POLLACK to “angst and anger over skyrocket- conclusion...And we are not looking struction of the monument. Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times ing property taxes,” but said she is not at abdicating the department. We’re For more information, or to do- FANWOOD – Fanwood Mayor advocating consolidation. She said looking to see if the towns can have a nate visit Colleen Mahr spoke of Courage to she is pushing for further shared ser- merged department but equal voices.” ScotchPlains911Memorial.com. Connect NJ’s efforts to force the vices, so the borough can “retain our Resident Joe Nagy took issue with Westfield will begin its ceremo- merger of Fanwood into Scotch Plains own identity.” some wording on a tax bill recently nies on Saturday, September 10, at Tuesday night’s council meeting. She did say that the borough “hears sent to borough residents. Specifi- Fred T. Rossi for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times the complaints...they don’t fall on SMOOTH OPERATOR...Scotch Plains’ summer road paving program started with a special 10th Anniversary According to an editorial by the cally, he suggested that the borough on August 1. The Department of Public Works worked on a section of Rahway Commemoration Concert per- group’s executive director, Gina deaf ears,” but she feels that changes itemize how an annual average $9 tax Road between Fox Hill Lane and the Plainfield border, pictured, last week. The formed by the Westfield Symphony Genovese, appearing on can take effect quicker and have more increase for local residents occurred. entire paving program is expected to last into September. Orchestra at 8 p.m. at The Presbyte- couragetoconnectnj.org, the organi- potency if addressed through shared “When you look at the individual rian Church of Westfield. The pro- zation aims to “end redundancy” in services. components, you get a much more gram of classical music is called New Jersey by consolidating munici- The mayor updated the board and dramatic feel,” he said. America The Brave. palities and school districts. The or- residents about a few shared-services For the average taxpayer, he said, Fluorescent Bulb Recycling “It is our collective hope that this ganization envisions millions of dol- opportunities that could arise shortly. the municipal budget went up $62.10. moving musical tribute will cel- lars in savings by consolidating the She said Scotch Plains, Fanwood and The county budget rose $81.72, and ebrate the fortitude, bravery and 566 municipalities and 591 school the board of education are looking at the school budget went down $134.78. For Residents Starts 8/20 resilience of the American people,” districts into small “clusters.” jointly going out to bid for solid- “That’s dramatic when you look at FANWOOD - The Fanwood-Scotch should not be thrown into the regular said Westfield Symphony Orches- Since Scotch Plains and Fanwood waste removal. Also, she said Scotch it,” he said. Plains Recycling Association an- trash. This new program provides a tra Maestro David Wroe. have a history of collaboration and Plains is interested in entering into Councilman Robert Manduca said nounced August 5 that a new program means for residents to immediately On Sunday, September 11, com- already share a school system, they the partnership between Fanwood and the situation was “frustrating” and to recycle fluorescent light bulbs will dispose of any used bulbs, rather than memoration events will take place are on Courage to Connect NJ’s ra- the board of education on janitorial “highlights something the council begin on Saturday, August 20. having to store them for the desig- at the September 11, 2001 Memo- dar, and the organization has begun services. needs to watch.” He said a borough Homeowners and renters in Fanwood, nated Recycling Days held by the rial Park located at the intersection gathering signatures in the local com- The mayor said serious discussions cannot just look at “one basket” of Scotch Plains, Westfield, Plainfield, county. of North Avenue and Broad Street. munities. are occurring on “co-mingling” ser- savings; rather, the entire cost must Mountainside, Cranford and Garwood The Recycling Center is open on From 8 to 10 a.m., there will be a Mayor Mahr said she “knows where vices such as police, the courts and be considered, since “you have to pay can bring used bulbs to the Recycling Wednesdays and Saturdays from 9 CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 the group is coming from,” pointing the construction office. The last meet- 100 percent of your real-estate taxes.” Center on North Avenue in Fanwood. a.m. to 1 p.m. In addition to fluores- ing centered on the courts and was In separate business, the board re- The program is being initiated by a cent light bulbs, the center recycles attended by both local judges and ported on a five-year recreation capi- grant from Union County. aluminum, plastics, glass bottles, representatives from state superior tal plan after receiving grant money Home Depot of Watchung Square cardboard, mixed paper, textiles, light UCUA to Go Back to Towns court, who provided pros and cons to from Union County. Mall will recycle the collected bulbs metal, white goods, books and printer consolidating this area. At LaGrande Park, the basketball through their own Hazardous Waste cartridges. The Center also accepts On Revised Incinerator Deal The mayor also said there is a sense courts will be reworked, and a sun Program. Tubular fluorescent bulbs, electronic devices, such as comput- of “cooperation” between the two shelter will be installed, in addition By PAUL J. PEYTON Fanwood Times during a phone inter- chiefs of police. She assured every- to new asphalt placed near the main both eight and four feet in length, and ers, televisions, printers, etc. The Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times compact fluorescent bulbs will be Fanwood-Scotch Plains Recycling view on Thursday. “But in discus- one that “there is no predetermined CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 accepted. No broken bulbs will be Association is an all-volunteer com- AREA - The Union County Utili- sions with the DEP and with the accepted at any time. munity organization dedicated to ties Authority (UCUA) is in the pro- Department of Community Affairs, Recycling Site Manager Alan community service and a clean envi- cess of amending its plans for ex- everyone came to the conclusion that Ebersole explained that while more ronment. tending the lease with Covanta En- it would be better to have a shorter energy efficient than standard incan- For more information, please con- ergy for operation of the county’s term so we have voluntarily reduced descent light bulbs, fluorescent light tact Alan Ebersole at (908) 889- solid waste to energy incinerator in the term to 2031.” bulbs contain mercury and therefore 8347. Rahway. The agreement, which was Mr. Williams said Covanta has to run through 2045, now would ex- agreed through negotiations to many tend to 2031. The existing 25-year of the same “benefits” of the origi- contract signed in 1998 runs through nally negotiated lease extension. 2023. Chief among them is a $12 per ton The Board of Chosen Freeholders reduction in the solid waste tipping took action on July 28 by introducing fee charged to municipalities that have a limited deficiency agreement with contracts with the UCUA to dump at regards to refinancing bonded debt the burner and which agreed to the on the incinerator, which opened in extension. June 1994. Towns with existing contracts According to UCUA special coun- through 2023 are: Elizabeth, sel Jonathan Williams, the main stick- Cranford, Garwood, Hillside, ing point with the New Jersey De- Kenilworth, Linden, Plainfield, partments of Environmental Protec- Rahway, Roselle, Roselle Park, tion (DEP) and Consumer Affairs Springfield, Summit, Union, and

(DCA) has been the length of the Winfield. Mr. Williams said all but Courtesy of Lisa Kane contract. Summit had agreed to extend their MUY BIEN...Diez niños de Westfield en España! The Glenn, Kane, and Wheatley “We’ve always known that it was contracts through 2045. children took a moment in front of Gaudi’s Sagrada Familia in Barcelona to catch an issue as to whether or not state He said the UCUA would now be up on the news back home. procurement law [would allow you going back to all those towns to try to] go out with that long of an exten- and get them to agree to extend their PAGE INDEX sion. The reason that we tried was contracts through 2031. These towns, because there was a lot more ability which include waste disposal for resi- Regional ...... 2-3 Education ...... 14 to get from Covanta some of benefits dents as a municipal service paid Editorial ...... 4-5 Sports ...... 9-12 Archive 2008-10-09 by Debbie Hoffman for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Police ...... 6 Real Estate .... 9-13 TRASH TO CASH...Recycling is a way of life at the Fanwood Recycling Center that we currently don’t see under our through property taxes, are currently current contract with them,” Mr. Wil- charged $68 per ton to dump at the Community ... 7 Classifieds .... 13 where volunteers and residents make it one of the most successful programs in the Obituary ...... 6, 13 A&E ...... 15-16 state. liams told The Scotch Plains- CONTINUED ON PAGE 8

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Photo courtesy of Greg Ryan Horace Corbin for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times ROUGHING IT…Boy Scout Troop 77 from St. Paul’s Church in Westfield WILD RIDE…Commuters return home Tuesday night at the Westfield Train Christina Hinke for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times remembered to bring along a copy of The Westfield Leader. The Scouts and leaders Station. Those working on Wall Street have been experiencing a wild ride on the GARWOOD CEREMONY...Mayor Pat Quattrocchi greets Karen Pipala Tues- were at Sabattis Adventure Camp in Long Lake, N.Y. from July 23-30. The scouts stock market with plunges of over 600 points on Monday and a rise of 430 on day night during the council meeting before swearing in Police Captain James learned to cook in the wild and clean to avoid bears. Tuesday as the world reacts to the financial downgrade of the government’s debt. Pipala, promoted from lieutenant. 9/11 Memorial UCUA Incinerator Deal Garwood Bulk Waste Pick Up CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 period of silent reflection, and dur- the members of the Armed Services incinerator. Those towns that sign contract (with the UCUA)?” Mr. To Take Place Sept. 29-30 ing this time, members of the and emergency responders. extensions would see a drop in the fee Infantino asked. “I’m Ricky Ricardo, By CHRISTINA M. HINKE borough does make space for resi- Westfield Police Department, Fire In addition to the ceremony, Echo to $56. explain it to me.” Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times dents in emergency situations. She Department and Rescue Squad will Lake Park will host a display of 343 “The shorter term is a good thing Mr. Williams said the seven non- GARWOOD — The Borough said residents who need a place to go stand in vigil in Memorial Park to American flags from Friday, Sep- from the towns perspective,” Mr. contract towns would receive grants Council voted Tuesday night on the should call Borough Hall or the po- commemorate the hours of the at- tember 9, through Monday, Sep- Williams said. He said it is possible from the UCUA equal to $3 per ton first reading to introduce the pilot lice and they can direct residents tack. tember 12. The display is spon- that Summit might now sign the ex- based on the tonnage figures of waste program for the bulk waste pick-up where to go. She said in the past that At 1 p.m., Westfield will join ev- sored by the Union County Fire tension. “They had always said they coming from each of these towns. this year. The pick-up for residents’ the borough hall’s meeting room was ery town and city in the country Chiefs’ Association to memorialize would do it, but for the long term According to an economic review of bulk waste will take place on Thurs- opened up for residents, and also the who, by an Act of Congress, have the 343 New York City firefighters [contract] and now that’s been the initial Covanta contract exten- day and Friday, September 29 and firehouse. The library and school been asked to observe a National who perished at the World Trade solved.” sion prepared by Gabel Associates of 30 and the deadline to register to are also other places that could po- Moment of Remembrance. Center, and to honor the legacy of Garwood Mayor Patricia Highland Park, these seven towns have bulk waste picked up is Thurs- tentially be used as a shelter, she Senator Frank Lautenberg (D- service that all firefighters continue Quattrocchi said her borough coun- collectively average 155,000 tons of day, August 15. said. She also said transportation to N.J.) stated, “During the Moment to practice. cil agreed to the 2045 extension “at waste per year. The council did discuss moving a shelter can be made available. of Remembrance, each person Summit will hold a 9/11 10th the 11th hour.” Mr. Williams told The Leader that the deadline to Saturday, August 20, A 9/11 memorial service will take across the country is called upon to Anniversary Remembrance on Sun- “I didn’t support them signing on the UCUA opted to have these grants but a decision was not publicly made. place on Sunday, September 11 at 6 stop and remember those we lost in day, September 11, at 3 p.m. at to it, but the council decided the sav- sent directly to the towns to be ap- The fee is $55 for a maximum of 750 p.m., Recreation Committee Chair- the September 11 attacks.” Calvary Episcopal Church, 31 ings over the short term was defi- plied as “tax relief” instead of giving pounds of bulk waste. Borough Clerk man Sara Todisco said. Also, she At 6 p.m., there will be a public Woodland Avenue. The Summit nitely beneficial to the municipality. it to the haulers to be passed on to Christina Ariemma said to date about reported that the summer recreation Interfaith Commemoration Service Chorale and Calvary Church choirs We weren’t happy with the length their customers. “Our experience has 100 homes have signed up for the programs ended August 5 and had a in Memorial Park. The service will will sing Mozart’s Requiem. because it was much too long. But been that they (haulers) never pass program. A public hearing on the successful year. The senior dinner is be attended by families and neigh- This event will be free to the that’s what they (council) decided to the savings on to the homeowner,” ordinance will take place at the next this Saturday at the Knights of Co- bors of victims, and will include public although free-will donations do and there was nothing I could do Mr. Williams said. “It’s (UCUA council meeting on Tuesday, Sep- lumbus from noon to 4 p.m. She said musical and vocal interludes and a will benefit the victim’s families. about it,” Mayor Quattrocchi said. grants) not a great impact, but it is a tember 13. 65 seniors signed up and that the candlelight tribute. Garwood Borough Clerk Christina savings, a legitimate savings on their Prior to the meeting, Mayor recreation commission holds the din- On Sunday, September 11, at 6 Ariemma said the borough averages tax bill.” Patricia Quattrocchi swore in the ner to show its appreciation for the p.m., the Township of Scotch Plains $100,000 for disposal fees at the in- UCUA comptroller Thomas new police personnel. James Pipala seniors. will dedicate its 9/11 Memorial on FW Council cinerator for 1,400 tons of solid waste Brennan told The Times he was not was appointed police captain from Shared Services Committee Chair- the Alan Augustine Village Green CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 per year. She said Garwood’s tipping sure whether the tonnage for the lieutenant, serving just under 25 man Mathieu said he had spoken to to honor both the victims and the fee at the burner has risen from $60 in grants to non-contracts towns was to years on the Garwood police force. the county about the new dispatch survivors. building. 2006 to $68 in 2011. be based on just residential waste, or Mario Morelli was named police center in Westfield and that the bor- On Sunday, September 11, Union Recreation Committee Chairman Berkeley Heights, Clark, Fanwood, was to include commercial waste. He sergeant from patrolman, serving 21 ough council is welcome to tour the County will hold a ceremony at the Mike Szuch also said a 30- by 40-foot Mountainside, New Providence, said the bulk of the UCUA discus- years on the Garwood force. James facility. He said the dispatch center September 11 Memorial in Echo pavilion would be built, featuring park Scotch Plains, and Westfield do not sions were held in executive session. Wright was appointed Police Lieu- has expanded its footprint and its Lake Park in Mountainside begin- benches to accommodate approxi- offer municipal waste collection. Towns signing extension agree- tenant, Douglas Stoffer was ap- equipment. He said Fanwood had ning at 1 p.m. mately 50 kids. Everything from art Residents in those towns pay private ments with the UCUA would see the pointed Police Lieutenant, Samuel signed a three-year contract that In conjunction with the ceremony, workshops to family gatherings and haulers directly for garbage collec- most savings. Elizabeth is estimated Rocco was promoted to police ser- started last year and that Fanwood is the New York Blood Center will picnics could be enjoyed there, he tion. Haulers collecting in these towns to see $700,000 in annual savings on geant, and George Suggs and An- claiming a $200,000 savings over conduct a blood drive near the Me- said. are currently charged $97 per ton. waste disposal, Linden, $155,000 and drew Chuddy were appointed pro- the three-year period by out-sourc- morial from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Mr. Szuch also expressed hope that Mr. Williams said these towns would Winfield, $10,000, according to esti- bationary patrolmen. Patrolman ing its dispatch services to this facil- The names of the 60 Union the borough’s former ice-skating rink have “to first take control of the waste mates in a Star Ledger story pub- Alexander Andersen has retired. ity. He said Fanwood’s contract in- County residents who lost their lives could be rehabilitated. stream and provide for municipal col- lished earlier this year. During the workshop meeting, the cludes an opt-out at any time clause. are etched into the memorial. The “I’m really happy about that,” Mr. lection (within property taxes)” in In addition to the reduction in the council said they were in agreement Two items on the consent agenda memorial also honors all those af- Szuch said. “That brings back memo- order to be able to sign contracts with tipping fee, Rahway would receive a that they would like to accept the were opposed by Councilman fected by the multiple attacks, ries (of my childhood), growing up in the UCUA and receive the lower tip- $150,000 increase in its compensa- donation of the Purple Heart monu- Mathieu, but passed by majority vote, through design elements that in- Fanwood during the 1960s.” ping fee. tion to host the incinerator for a new ment offered by Anthony and Sal 4-1. He opposed the authorization clude two girders from the World In other news, Fannywood Day Jerry Infantino of Westfield-based total of $1 million annually. Union LaFerrara. Council President Timo- of hiring Jonathan DeLia for a part- Trade Center arranged within a five- will take place on Sunday, October 2. Infantino Bros. said he paid $220,000 County would receive $2 million an- thy Hak said he suggested it be in- time seasonal job to begin Thursday, sided area representing the Penta- New offerings will include carica- for 2,295 tons of waste disposed at nually to be applied as revenue to stalled at the memorial park on the September 1 at the borough’s DPW. gon, and an Eternal Flame repre- ture drawings and a modern-car show, the burner in 2010, all of which was offset taxes. corner of Walnut and 4th Avenues. Mr. Mathieu said he needed more senting those who died in Pennsyl- featuring high-end vehicles. generated in Westfield. The incinerator burns 1,550 tons of Also, in reference to an article in details on the budget and the length vania. Fanwood’s 5K will take place later in “If the law says you have to dump waste daily, which is converted to The Star-Ledger, where it cited that of time this person will be on the job. The Eternal Flame also honors the month, on Sunday, October 23. there, why do you (towns) have to a electricity and sold. Per the agree- Garwood did not have a place allo- The Tuesday, August 23, council ment, Union County is to receive 10 cated for residents to go in the case meeting has been canceled and the percent of that revenue come 2029. of an emergency, such as a heat next regular meeting is Tuesday, Sep- Gabel Associates estimated that rev- wave, Ms. Ariemma said that the tember 13. enue would equal $2.9 million per year. The report stated that the UCRF Your Neighbors Are Sleeping Soundly. currently generates 300,000 mega watt hours (mwh) of electricity annu- Charges Still Pending ally. The freeholders will be voting to adopt the limited deficiency agreement Against Berman, Disko ordinance on Thursday, August 25. By LAUREN S. BARR associated with M. Disko Associ- “Essentially (limited deficiency Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times ates of Kenilworth, but was no agreement) agrees that we (the WESTFIELD — On March 9, longer employed there according to county) are going to deliver that waste Westfield Board of Education a representative who answered the and that’s so we can market the bonds. (BOE) Business Administrator Rob- phone shortly after the charges were Most of the activity in terms of for- ert Berman was charged with sec- levied. mal government action is at the utili- ond-degree bribery in association Also charged in the case are John ties authority from this point for- with a bid-rigging scheme that al- Sangiuliano, 56, of Scotch Plains, ward,” Mr. Williams said. legedly dated back 10 years, but co-owner of Metropolitan Metal When asked of the impact the lim- has yet to be indicted. Window Company; Martin W. Starr ited deficiency agreement has on As he was suspended pending the 44, of Cliffwood Beach, owner of Union County, Mr. Williams re- investigation, Mr. Berman remains Starr Contracting, and Stephen M. sponded, “The county is more di- on unpaid leave from the Westfield Gallagher, 50, of Cliffwood Beach, NIRVANA LATEX 2-SIDED INNER SPRING rectly involved than they were.” Board of Education while Interim owner of East Commercial Con- “The county deficiency agreement Business Administrator Vincent struction and Tara Construction. does provide for the county to backup Yaniro is paid $650 per day, ac- Mr. Starr and Mr. Gallagher were the transaction should there be some And here is what they are saying... cording to BOE spokeswoman arrested and held in the Union default on the part of anybody’s abil- Lorre Korecky. County jail with bail set for each at "My family has used the Mattress Factory for over 20 years. It is a family-run local business that ity to perform and that’s so we can Peter Aseltine, a spokesman in $50,000, while Mr. Disko, Mr. distinguishes itself with outstanding service, exceptional products and competitive prices. Why buy an market the bonds,” Mr. Williams said. the New Jersey Attorney General’s Sangiuliano and Mr. Berman were import from a stranger, when you can get a better mattress with great service from a neighbor & friend? The remaining debt on the incinera- Office, told The Scotch Plains- charged by complaint-summonses. - John Nichols tor is $138 million. Fanwood Times on Monday that, Mr. Starr and Mr. Gallagher were “the original charges are still pend- released on bail from the jail on All of our mattresses, including our Nirvana Latex line, can be custom built in any size or shape. Our inner-spring mattresses, ing” and the investigation is ongo- March 9, according to the Union including pillow-top are all made double-sided so that they can be flipped for maximum health and comfort. For the past 30 ing. He said that while he could not County Department of Corrections. years our company has strived to be one that is easy to deal with, providing our customers with not only a great product but also comment further on this particular Authorities charge that in bid- HNYLH[L_WLYPLUJL>L^PSSPTWYV]L[OLOLHS[OHUK^LSSILPUNVML]LY`J\Z[VTLY^LOLSW;OPZ^PSSUV[Q\Z[IL^P[OV\YWYVK\J[ZI\[ case, generally speaking, cases are ding one contract in the Westfield with every aspect of the company. either presented to a grand jury by schools, Mr. Disko told Mr. the Attorney’s General’s office for Sangiuliano he would include the indictment, or pre-indictment plea replacement of seven windows in arraignments are made. the scope of work for the bidding $50 OFF $100 OFF $200 OFF $100 OFF At the time of his arrest, Mr. specifications, even though those any twin/full any queen/king any queen/king any twin/full Berman’s attorney, Blair Zwillman windows had been already replaced inner spring set inner spring set latex set latex set of Wilentz, Goldman and Spitzer, by Mr. Sangiuliano. This allegedly Not to be combined with other Not to be combined with other $499 or more $799 or more offers. Expires 8/31/11 offers. Expires 8/31/11 Not to be combined with other Not to be combined with other told The Times, “He’s an honorable enabled Sangiuliano to bid lower offers. Expires 8/31/11 offers. Expires 8/31/11 man.” Mr. Zwillman declined to than other contractors, knowing he comment for this article, stating would not have to replace the win- only that the matter is still pending. dows. Metropolitan was awarded According to the Attorney General’s the contract. Office, Kenneth Disko of It is alleged the Mr. Berman ac- Mountainside was charged with sub- cepted over $13,000 worth of win- mitting quotes and estimates to the dow glass and doors installed at his :V\[O(]LU\L-HU^VVK51‹   three school districts, including Scotch South Plainfield home by Metropoli- 4VU¶-YP;O\YZ :H[:\U Plains-Fanwood and Westfield, and tan from 2004 to 2008 in exchange ^^^TH[[YLZZMHJJVT‹^^^UPY]HUHTH[[YLZZJVT recommending approval of the for making written recommendations fraudulent bid contracts in exchange that the Westfield Board of Educa- Ron Shovlin, Owner Scotch Plains Farmers’ Market for more than $80,000 in kickbacks tion appoint the company as the “con- By Betsey Burgdorf from contractors. Mr. Disko was tractor of record” for the district. 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Page 2 Thursday, August 11, 2011 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION NJEA Does Not Endorse PA Proposes Huge Toll Hike Sweeney, Lesniak, Cryan On Bridges and Tunnels TRENTON — The 125-member no endorsements; LD 10, Gregory TRENTON – Tolls for autos using cerns. The Port Authority is facing Political Action Committee (PAC) of McGuckin (R) and Bette Wary (D); E-ZPass on the Port Authority (PA) financial issues but so are families in the 200,000 member New Jersey LD 11, Raymond Santiago (D), of New York and New Jersey cross- the States of New York and New Education Association (NJEA) last Marilyn Schlossbach (D), and Vin ings will increase from $6 to $10 Jersey, and the answer cannot always week voted to endorse 68 candidates Gopal (D); LD 12, Robert Brown roundtrip for off-peak travel and be an indiscriminate and exorbitant for election to the New Jersey Legis- (D), William Spedding (D), and from $8 to $12 in peak hours under increase in the cost to the taxpayer, or lature this November. The NJEA PAC Catherine Tinney Rome (D); LD 13, a plan voted on by the PA last week. in this case, toll payer. Operating Committee (NJEA PAC) pending screening. An additional $2 increase during “As families must carefully and endorsed 48 Assembly candidates and LD 14, Linda Greenstein (D), peak and off-peak hours will be effectively manage their finances at 20 Senate candidates in 28 of the Daniel Benson (D), and Wayne implemented in 2014. this difficult time, so must govern- state’s 40 Legislative Districts. They DeAngelo (D); LD 15, Shirley Turner The increases impact the George ment. It is our joint intention to coop- include two Republicans and 66 (D), Bonnie Watson-Coleman (D), Washington Bridge and the Holland eratively address this issue without Democrats. and Reed Gusciora (D); LD 16 and Lincoln Tunnels as well as the regard for partisanship or parochial- “We are excited to support these Maureen Vella (D), Marie Corfield Bayonne and Goethals Bridges and ism, as was the intention and spirit of candidates,” NJEA President Barbara (D), and Joe Camarota (D); LD 17, the Outerbridge Crossing. the creation of the Port Authority as a Keshishian said. “The incumbents Bob Smith (D), Joe Egan (D), and A cash toll surcharge of $3, in- regional entity in 1921.” we endorsed are proven supporters of Upendra Chivukula (D); LD 18, Bar- creasing the cash rate from $8 to $15 Senator Frank Lautenberg (D-N.J.) public education and working fami- bara Buono (D), Pat Diegnan (D), in 2011 for the 25 percent of toll- called the toll hike “an outrageous VERDICT...The Union County Prosecutor’s Office welcomed law students for lies. The challengers show a real de- and Peter Barnes (D); LD 19, Joe the summer internship program. “We are pleased to give these future attorneys payers who still use the optional proposal.” “It’s yet another assault on termination to return this state to its Vitale (D), John Wisniewski (D), and the opportunity to be part of the operations and to experience the criminal justice cash system, is also included. The New Jersey’s commuters – first the progressive, pro-education roots.” Craig Coughlin (D); LD 20, no en- system in action,” said Union County Prosecutor Ted Romankow. Pictured, from surcharge will increase by an addi- Governor cancels the ARC Tunnel, Ms. Keshishian acknowledged that dorsements; LD 21, no endorsements; left to right, are: Front row, Dara Poltrock (New York Law), Ting Ni (Notre Dame tional $2 in 2014. PATH fares are and now commuters stuck on the NJEA is endorsing fewer candidates LD 22, Linda Stender (D) and Jerry Law), John Barry (Seton Hall Law); back row, Brian Scott (Rutgers Law- increasing from $1.75 to $2.75 in road are facing unconscionable toll this year, and that some previously- Green (D); LD 23, John Graf, Jr. (D) Newark), Tzvi Dolinger (Seton Hall Law), Daveon Caldwell (Rutgers Law- 2011 and the 30-day unlimited pass increases to get across the Hudson. endorsed legislators are not on this and Karen Carroll (D); LD 24, Ed Newark), and Steven Nevolis (Seton Hall Law). will increase to $89 from $54. These increases are disproportion- year’s list. “While the screening com- Selby (D), Leslie Huhn (D), and Jim Truck tolls will increase from $7 to ately punitive to New Jersey resi- mittees took many issues into ac- Nye (D); LD 25, Rick Thoeni (D), $13 round-trip off-peak and peak from dents and fundamentally unfair. Even count in making their decisions, as a Gale Heiss-Colucci (D), and George Claremont Picked to Build $8 to $14, with an additional $2 per- toll increases half of this size would result of the recent pension and ben- Stafford (D); LD 26, No endorse- axle-increase in 2014 for both off- be unacceptable.” efit legislation, our members will be ments; LD 27, Richard Codey (D), Galloping Hill Clubhouse peak and peak hours, using E-Z Pass. “This increase is not surprising facing significant financial conse- Mila Jasey (D), and John McKeon However, the same overnight charges given the financial pressure put on quences,” Ms. Keshishian said. (D); LD 28, Ronald Rice (D), KENILWORTH — Claremont ing center and nine-hole practice of $11 will apply for trucks in order the Port Authority’s budget by New “NJEA members make these endorse- Cleopatra Tucker (D), and Ralph Construction Group, Inc. of Far Hills course, called The Learning Center at to reduce peak congestion the PA Jersey Governor Chris Christie and ment decisions and they have made it Caputo (D). was recently awarded the construc- Galloping Hill, which opened in Oc- said. New York Governor Andrew clear that they will not endorse legis- LD 29, no endorsements; LD 30, tion assignment for Galloping Hill tober 2009. In January 2010, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo Cuomo,” said Kate Slevin, Tri-State lators who have impaired their right Steven Morlino (D), Howard Golf Course in Kenilworth by Union KemperSports began managing Gal- (D) and New Jersey Governor Chris Transportation Campaign to collectively bargain and who have Kleinhendler (D) and Shaun County and KemperSports. loping Hill and The Learning Center. Christie (R) released a joint statement Executive Director. imposed thousands of dollars of ad- O’Rourke (D); LD 31, Sandra The project involves the construc- “The management at Galloping on the toll hikes on Monday. Before the Board of Commission- ditional costs on public employees.” Cunningham (D), Charles Mainor tion of two buildings, a 43,705- Hill is committed to making signifi- “The Port Authority has informed ers considers a final toll/fare plan at a Among those not endorsed are Sen- (D), and Jason O’Donnell (D); LD square-foot clubhouse and a 4,150- cant improvements that will benefit us of its proposal to dramatically Board meeting on Friday, August 19, ate President Stephen Sweeney (D-3, 32, Nicholas Sacco (D), Vincent square-foot new state-of-the-art The Hill’s golfers and patrons,” increase tolls on its tunnels and the agency has announced a public Gloucester), Sen. Donald Norcross Prieto (D), and Angelica Jimenez building to complete The Learning stated Stephen Sciaretta, vice-presi- bridges and fares on the PATH. While hearing schedule on Tuesday, August (D-5, Camden), Sen. Ray Lesniak (D); LD 33, Sean Conners (D) and Center at Galloping Hill. Both dent of Claremont Construction we understand the Port Authority 16 with nine total hearings across both (D-20, Elizabeth) and Am. Joe Cryan Ruben Ramos (D); LD 34, Thomas projects will be completed within 14 Group. “Galloping Hill already has leadership’s concerns about a poten- states. New Jersey hearings are as (D-20, Union). Giblin (D); LD 35, Nellie Pou (D) months, according to Claremont. a reputation as one of the most chal- tial downgrade to its bond rating if follows: The endorsements (LD is for Leg- and Benjie Wimberly (D); LD 36, Union County has budgeted $14.9 lenging courses in the area and these toll increases are not instituted, our Newark Liberty International Air- islative District) are: LD 1, Nelson Paul Sarlo (D) and Gary Schaer (D); million for the project. improvements will serve to enhance primary concern with this proposal is port, 1 Conrad Road Building 157, Albano (D); LD 2, Alisa Cooper (D) LD 37, Loretta Weinberg (D), Valerie Designed by Williard G. Wilkinson the experience provided by this pre- its impact on our respective states’ Bay 3 Newark, (973-961-6161), 8 and Damon Tyner (D); LD 3, No Vainieri Huttle (D), and Gordon and opened in 1928, Galloping Hill mier course.” residents and commercial users of a.m.; Port Authority Technical Cen- endorsements; LD 4, Shelly Lovett Johnson (D); LD 38, Robert Gordon Golf Course is often referred to as Claremont previously built the the crossings. ter, 241 Erie Street, Room 212, Jer- (R); LD 5, no endorsements; LD 6, (D) and Connie Wagner (D); LD 39, “The Hill.” In addition to the 18-hole Somerset Hills Hotel in Warren and “A downgrade of the Port sey City, (201-216-2700), 8 a.m.; no endorsements; LD 7, no endorse- no endorsements, and LD 40, facility, Galloping Hill offers a learn- the Inn at Basking Ridge. Authority’s bond rating does indeed George Washington Bridge Admin- ments; LD 8, no endorsements; LD 9, Cassandra Lazzara (D). pose a potentially disastrous result istration Building, 220 Bruce Green, Stender Clean Water on a transportation network that mil- Reynolds Way, Conference Room, lions of residents of the states of New Fort Lee, (201-346-4005), 6 p.m.; Archery Safety Lessons Are Legislation Signed Into Law Jersey and New York rely on and and Holland Tunnel Administration TRENTON – Legislation spon- being, and this initiative represents would be unacceptable. We will re- Building, 13th Street & Provost Street, Available at Oak Ridge Park sored by Assemblyman Jerry another step in our commitment to view the proposal with that in mind Conference Room, Jersey City, (201- CLARK – Union County has an- USA archery instructor and/or a Green (D-22, Plainfield) and As- healthy families and strong com- but have obvious and significant con- 360-5021), 6 p.m. nounced that archery safety classes trained and certified 4-H National semblywoman Linda Stender (LD- munities.” are available for people who would archery instructor. 22, Scotch Plains) to protect clean The bill provides $14.8 million Christie Signs Law for Takeover of like to learn the basics of the sport. Group archery lessons are sched- water and ensure safe drinking for the Linden Roselle Sewerage Each archery course is two hours uled at the following times: Wednes- water was signed into law on Au- Authority and $4 million for gust 4. Middlesex Water Co., among other Horse Racing by Private Operators long and consists of a safety training day, August 10, at 6 p.m. and Sun- TRENTON – Governor Chris racing industry in the Garden State – session followed by hands-on instruc- days, September 11 and 25 at 2 Legislation (A-4057) authorizes the projects. The full project list can New Jersey Environmental Infra- be viewed at: Christie on Friday signed legislation one that no longer depends upon casino tion at the range. The fee is $20 per p.m. After successful completion that facilitates the operational take- subsidies for its survival. We are also person and there will be a minimum of the lesson and a safety question- structure Trust to expend up to about www.njleg.state.nj.us/2010/Bills/ $648 million on environmental infra- A4500/4057_I1.HTM. over of horse racing from the New saving the state’s beleaguered taxpay- of eight and a maximum of 24 partici- naire, participants are qualified to Jersey Sports and Exposition Author- ers tens of millions of dollars in annual pants per class. Archery equipment is purchase a Archery Range ID card. structure projects included in the Since its creation in 1985, the Trust state’s clean water project priority has provided low-cost financing for ity (NJSEA) by private sector opera- operational subsidies at both venues.” provided by the county and lessons The range is open daily, dawn to tors and authorizes the joint manage- A-3710, gives the NJSEA the are taught by a trained and certified dusk. and drinking water priority project the construction of environmental lists. infrastructure projects that enhance ment of Monmouth Park and the power to jointly run racetrack op- “Clean water and safe drinking and protect ground and surface water Meadowlands Racetrack for a one- erations at Monmouth Park and the water are a shared priority,” Asm. resources, ensure the safety of drink- year transitional period. Meadowlands with the tracks’ new ERSONAL NJURY AWYER Green said. “This bill is a smart ing water supplies and make possible In addition, the legislation reduces private operators during the transi- P I L investment into our communities, responsible and sustainable economic the statutorily mandated thorough- tional period of transfer, ensuring public health and all the benefits development. bred racing days and permits the industry and live racing continue Helping Accident Victims Every Day that come with a strong infrastruc- The Trust has provided more than horsemen’s organizations and track uninterrupted. It also permits the ture, such as jobs and economic $2 billion in loans to local govern- operators to mutually agree to a re- New Jersey Racing Commission to growth.” ment units and some private water vised split of simulcast revenues col- extend the transitional period for a “This new law benefits fami- companies to finance wastewater sys- lected at the tracks. The Governor reasonable amount of time, but not lies, the environment and our tems, combined sewer overflow signed the bill on the eve of the beyond two years from the date that JON BRAMNICK economy,” Asw. Stender said. abatement, non-point source pollu- Hambletonian, a 30-year racing tra- the lease agreement is executed. “Clean and safe drinking water is tion control and safe drinking water dition and the richest harness racing Additionally, the legislation calls for vital to our quality-of-life and well- supplies. event of its kind. reducing thoroughbred race dates ATTORNEY AT LAW “My goal has always been to en- from 141 to 71. sure a financially sound and indepen- The bill provides for flexibility in dent future for New Jersey’s storied the manner in which simulcast funds OWEN BRAND horse racing legacy,” Governor are divided between the breeds as ML # 222999 Christie said. “With the legislation I long as such alternative distribution am signing today, we are taking the is agreed upon by the horsemen’s Your Hometown critical next step toward securing an organizations and the racetrack op- MORTGAGE BANKER independent and self-sustaining horse erators. NO OTHER BUILDER HAS MORE

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Doctor, Brother Unlicensed Mortgage Firms ‘Assault’ on Tea Party Indicted for Medicare Fraud NEWARK – Attorney General recovered more than $2.2 million in UNION — Earlier this week a Union United States Department of Health Paula Dow and the State Division of actual restitution dollars for desper- RIDGEWOOD — Republican power unless they productively join County grand jury handed down a 74- and Human Services, Office of the Consumer Affairs has filed adminis- ate New Jersey homeowners who had United States Senate candidate Ian the debate and offer ideas of their count indictment against a Union Inspector General joined the investi- trative actions against seven busi- been victimized by predatory mort- Linker, an attorney from Bergen own to solve America’s problems – Township doctor and his brother after gation. During the course of the in- nesses for allegedly illegally offer- gage practices and mortgage-related County, took a shot on U.S. Robert something they cannot do. Nothing an investigation revealed that they vestigation it was discovered that ing mortgage modification services scams. Menendez (D-N.J.) this week over could be scarier to Bob Menendez submitted millions of dollars in fraudu- Advanced Pain Management Special- to homeowners in dire financial The seven companies served with the Senator’s attack on the TEA Party than losing his power, so one would lent Medicare and private insurance ists fraudulently billed Medicare, straits. State law requires that any- a Notice of Violation are: Dunwell movement. think he would join the discussion health care claims, Prosecutor Ted Medicaid and private insurance be- one providing these services in New Financial Services, LLC of Jersey “It is ironic that Bob Menendez called and offer ideas. Instead, he calls pa- Romankow announced. tween January 2006 and 2010, Mr. Jersey be licensed as a debt adjuster City, Home Mitigation Group of Tea Party patriots ‘pirates’ and the debt triots names and plays the blame game Dr. Amgad Hessein, 54, of Advanced Romankow said. by the Department of Banking and Matawan, Loss Mitigation Consult- crisis ‘manufactured’ when it’s the prof- in classic Menendez style. In the Pain Management Specialists, for- The investigation revealed that Dr. Insurance, or be otherwise autho- ant Services of Paulsboro, Rose MM, ligate spenders in Washington, such as meantime we have a country to save merly headquartered in Union Town- Hessein submitted claims for every rized. LLC of Newark, Save Americas Menendez himself, who are respon- – and save it we will.” ship and currently located in South day of the year in 2006 and 2007 and The Division of Consumer Affairs Mortgages Corp. of Fort Lee, TWI sible for hijacking the American people Orange, and his brother were arrested on multiple occasions his billable filed Notices of Violation against the Corp.Winter of Garden, Fla., and and our future by running up the debt to last November. Hessein and his brother hours exceeded 24 hours on many an unsustainable $14.3 trillion, which REPORTERS NEEDED illegitimate businesses, which offered Continental Associates, Ltd. of Current openings for reporters Ashraf Sami, 57, were indicted on days, Mr. Romankow said. mortgage loan modification services Commack, N.Y. is an increase of almost 50 percent August 3, Mr. Romankow said. “Bank records revealed that the since [President Barack] Obama took to cover town council, BOE, even though they were not licensed to A mortgage loan modification in- and recreation commission The case began in April 2009 in doctor had billed for treatments for do so in New Jersey. The state is volves changing the terms of an ex- office.” Union Township when Sami, an of- which he did not have the equipment “Menendez pointed to past increases meetings. We seek community- seeking $35,000 in civil penalties isting loan – for example, by lower- minded, detail-oriented writers fice manager at Advanced Pain Man- to perform, would bill patients for and $49,434 in consumer restitution ing the monthly payments, adjusting of the debt limit as precedent for why agement Specialists, reported a theft higher level, more costly treatments this Congress should have summarily with professional demeanor from the companies. The amounts the interest rate, extending the length needed. Must be able to meet by an employee to the local police than were actually performed and sought in consumer restitution repre- of the loan, or in some cases decreas- raised the limit again without any department, authorities said. During would bill for visits when patients spending cuts attached. Menendez’s deadlines, know how to write a sent the fees paid by approximately ing the unpaid balance. lead, and take an active interest that investigation by Union Town- were not even in the office,” Mr. 10 consumers for mortgage loan The only types of business that can statements are irresponsible and dem- ship Police Department Detective Romankow said. “On many occasions onstrate that he does not understand in a regular beat in order to modification services. engage in mortgage loan modifica- develop news stories. Great for William Fuentes, “It became clear the doctor billed for treatments that he The notices also provide that the tion services in New Jersey are: non- America’s fiscal crisis, or doesn’t want that Dr. Hessein and Advanced Pain allegedly performed in his office while to understand it, and is out of touch stay-at-home moms, a second companies, cited for violating the profit organizations licensed as debt income or just for those who Management Specialists were in- he was actually out of the country.” state’s Consumer Fraud Act and Debt adjusters by the state Department of with New Jerseyans. volved in a scheme of overbilling, Prosecutor’s Office Detective “Perhaps one reason Menendez’s love to write. 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Communicating knowledge; system- Wet Paper Bag; Seemingly Simple atically investigating ‘Misinterpretation’ Of The Events RHIPIDATE When I first moved to New Jersey Well one man’s careful is another 1. Nature of having a rattling in the Task Proves to Be Impossible back in 2009, the first thing I noticed cop’s careless, and by the time I had chest due to an obstruction was what struck me as the inordinate parked on the street alongside the 2. Formed like a fan 3. Having perennial roots but annual A project of the newspaper for the summer was is provided to mayor and council members.” – sic, number of police cars on the street. library, lo and behold, there was yet stems and leaves undertaken to compile and report the compensation Westfield pays $1 per year that then gets donated You couldn’t drive a block without another policeman. Have they fur- 4. In botany and zoology, having very (salaries, pensions and healthcare) paid for by the back to the town. seeing at least one. ther staffed the Westfield Police De- small crevices or cracks public for elected officials in the 21 municipalities in Some towns seemed to be straight forward, we Drive two blocks and you might partment so that everyone gets his ROBORATION Union County. We knew there was a large difference think. Garwood was effortless and Elizabeth, though see as many as three or four. I couldn’t own escort? I wondered. Am I to be 1. A strengthening between municipalities and thought the public would complex, seemed complete. help but wonder the following: Why cited for providing such a fine ex- 2. A nightgown is there seemingly one cop for every ample of what to do while driving 3. Quivering; shaking find the information useful. For some other towns, the responses were incom- four or five residents in Fanwood or through a construction zone? Per- 4. A very loud noise; explosion The project was limited to include only mayors plete, misdirecting and/or guarded. As example, Scotch Plains or Westfield? What haps I am to be summoned to teach SEVUM and members of municipal councils, a small sliver, Scotch Plains salaries were provided and a statement 1. A midieval wind instrument similar exactly are they doing all day? And young drivers on how to safely go to the trombone so as to report the results by mid to end of July. The that one council member is compensated $25,000 how do they afford it? around a construction zone. 2. In botany, the second, or inner coat, Open Public Records Act (OPRA), by law requires per year for healthcare, but we were refused infor- I have no answer for the first ques- No sir, the answer to the question: of an ovule this information be provided to anyone in the public mation as to who this is. tion, but Nos. 2 and 3 became seemed Why was there a cop suddenly turn- 3. Fat, as used in the preparation of upon request – so we thought. In Mountainside, it seems as though no one gets to answer themselves on a recent ing on his lights and parking behind ointments Though being diligent and persistent, we failed free healthcare but an exception was alleged that this easy-going trip to the Westfield Li- me is the very same answer to Ques- 4. A soluable poison formed in the brary. Driving east on Euclid, I took tion 3 above: He was reaching into putrefaction of blood and other protein with this project. It turned out to be like trying to benefit was available if any council members want to matter “punch your way out of a wet paper bag.” avail themselves of it. What does this mean? note of a construction zone up ahead my pocket and grabbing $140 for – at the intersection at Broad Street. and I can barely type this without We received creative stonewalling, ‘en passant,’ Our favorite response was from Plainfield when You can’t miss a construction zone. alternately laughing and seething – Chairman and Friends and dodges; replies as to why the information couldn’t they faxed the information and called — apologized The cones are there, the police often careless driving in a construction be found, “please restate your question,” “why do that they needed to charge us 10 cents (five cents per occupy both ends of the area and the zone. Ignore U.S. Constitution you want to know this?” “specifically what docu- page, their municipal ordinance). We mailed the workers are clearly visible. I will be charitable and call this a News of Florida Gov. Rick Scott ment is it you seek,” “you need to talk to our lawyer,” check for 10 cents — don’t know how much that cost Thus, I did what I always do when “misinterpretation” of the events. and his fellow Republicans in the “our computer systems are down,” “we are not us, and haven’t seen it clear our bank yet. I see one of these sites: Took the Unfortunately, I am told that such state legislature not implementing required to do the research required to answer your Roselle may have been most creative, polite and necessary precautions. This being, as shakedowns are all to frequent against ObamaCare, even if it costs their state request,” “healthcare for officials is bundled within frequently calling back saying they are working on I said, a no-hurry, relaxed trip to the the fine citizens of any number of millions of dollars in federal grants, total of others, you need to talk with our insurance it – though in the end, they refused to provide the library during a furlough week from boroughs in this county. I was further renews my faith in the U.S. Constitu- provider,” – even, “by law, that information is not information. my job, I was already proceeding at a told that it was pretty much pointless tion. Currently, I feel as if I am a slave leisurely pace up Euclid. As I neared to fight it, and I guess I can see why: to Chairman Obama and his insur- required to be provided per OPRA – or, other laws So the simple project brought us back to reality – the intersection and slowed further, I There is nothing objective about the ance company friends. Obama, prohibit us from providing this to you.” the public is probably not going to be able to find out took note of the following: The light citation. No excessive speed, no run- Pelosi, Reid and the majority of It seems some towns and officials have something who gets what of the taxpayers’ money in several was green and there were no cars ning red lights, nothing. It is com- Democrat senators and congressmen to hide, otherwise why not answer the question? circumstances – peeling the onion can smell and proceeding west on Euclid from the pletely at the discretion of the officer. and women have ignored the U.S. For Westfield, Summit and Fanwood – the re- bring tears to one’s eyes. Is it better for the ostrich to other side of the intersection. In this case discretion became indis- Constitution. How I spend my money sponse was simple: “No compensation in any form stay within the “wet paper bag?” I eased the car across the center cretion and I am out $140. is my choice. I’d rather die a few line so as to provide a wider berth for This is simply an outrage. You can years early as a free man than die as the construction workers and, as the have my money, but count me among a slave under ObamaCare. Worse of light was still green, moved slowly what I am certain is a growing num- all , the only reason Obama got the Microcosm of The Morass: through the intersection and made a ber of citizens who no longer respect nomination was he said that the big- left turn to the library. In other words, Westfield Finers (sic). gest difference between him and the very description of careful driv- Kelly Fenton Hillary was that he was against man- ‘Super’ Committee, Really? ing. Fanwood datory health insurance and Hillary was for it. What a liar!!!! Shame on After a turbulent two months in Washington, D.C., Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) will What Business In Crisis Would Permit you too Gov. Christie! Congress and President Obama last week came to an each select three lawmakers to the so-called ‘super’ Joseph DuPont 11th hour covenant to increase the nation’s debt committee. The names must be announced by Tues- Its Board To Take Vacation? Towanda, Pa. ceiling. Congressional leaders must now name a 12- day, August 16. Their job is to identify $1.5 trillion member panel to decide federal spending cuts. in so-called spending “cuts” by the end of the year. Dear President Obama, The sur- The Senate apparently does not AARP: ‘Congress Plays geon does not leave the patient while mind that 36 of the more than 100 Will this committee actually achieve anything We believe this will be another disheartening the patient is hemorrhaging. The cap- Federal judicial vacancies today have With People’s Lives’ fruitful? Isn’t it just a microcosm of the morass? The display in Washington with politicians caring more tain does not leave the bridge when been declared “judicial emergencies” The nation did not default, but I’m committee will be six members of each political about scoring points than healing the nation’s fiscal the ship is sailing through heavy seas. by the Administrative Office of the still worried. In the final deal to raise party pushing their agendas – impended further with health, which is currently on life-support. Each day, The people are hemorrhaging be- United States Courts because of grow- the debt ceiling, Congress agreed to a Presidential veto threat. Who’s correct – Republi- this fiscal crisis continues. Who will be the first to cause of the worst economics condi- ing court case loads. create a “super committee” to reduce cans or Democrats? – Perhaps a random selection of show common sense? tions since the Great Depression of Nor is Congress apparently con- the national debt an additional $1.5 the citizenry has a better chance at sanity. A sentiment pervasive in the country right now the 1930’s. The ship of state is being cerned that more than 12,000,000 trillion. Judging by how difficult it House Speaker John Boehner (R-Ohio), House echoes: “It’s a shame we have to wait 15 months to buffeted by high waves. And the Con- people are threatened with starvation was to find compromise with the risk Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.), Senate ‘throw the bums out’ of the White House and the gress is taking a nearly month long in the Horn of Africa because of the of economic catastrophe at hand, I Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.) and Senate Congress.” Summer recess! worst drought there in 60 years! cannot imagine that this committee But do not tell this to the Senators What business, especially in times will develop a more even-handed and the Representatives. With their of economic crisis, would permit its approach. With automatic cuts to good pay and their wonderful em- board members and its executives to popular domestic and military pro- ployment benefits they need not worry take a one-month vacation at the same grams hanging over their heads, Con- that they will not have food on the time? gress is bound to put Social Security table or will be unable to pay for their The President has the power to call and Medicare on the chopping block. prescription drugs or will go bank- Congress back into extraordinary ses- Few in Congress seem to acknowl- rupt or will be foreclosed or will for sion under Article 2, Section 3, Clause edge that Social Security is fully yet another month and still another 2 of the United States Constitution. funded by dedicated payroll taxes, month scramble down the street un- President Harry S. Truman’s use of and Medicare has already been employed. this power was the 27th and last time trimmed as part of health care reform. Our valiant soldiers are on the it has been used by a President. In New Jersey alone, 1.4 million battlefield in Afghanistan while Con- President Abraham Lincoln, in his residents receive Social Security in- gress is at the beach! annual message to Congress, Decem- come, and of this 22 percent rely That nearly 4,000 employees of ber 1,1862, stated, “The occasion is upon it for at least 90 percent of their the Federal Aviation Administration piled high with difficulty, and we income. By looking at these programs and 70,000 airport construction work- must rise-with the occasion.” as faceless expenditures, Congress is ers are now unemployed appears of How are we rising to today’s hor- playing a game with people’s lives. If no consequence to Congress which rific economic occasion when Con- Congress does not take Social Secu- cannot agree on funding the Federal gress goes on vacation for nearly a rity and Medicare off the table as Aviation Administration. Forty safety month? Congress should either be AARP has insisted, I can tell you the inspectors will have to work without called back into session or call itself outcome: We lose. pay! Uncle Sam will lose in total back into session. Madlyn Fergang AARP nearly $1,000,000,000 in airline ticket Stephen Schoeman Monroe Township taxes! He has already lost Westfield $200,000,000! Exposed! President Used His Office to Argue Tea Party Was Leading Us to Armageddon Now is not the time for recrimina- to argue that the Tea Party was lead- tions against Tea Party-backed mem- ing the nation to Armageddon, and bers of Congress who voted in the the compliant media acted as a thou- end for the debt deal. This is not the sand megaphones for that line. It is time to start fighting amongst our- understandable that some Tea Party selves. Nothing could make the ‘Left’ conservatives thought this would not happier than to see a splintering of help the Tea Party’s standing with the the Tea Party movement. We have to public. There have been good and Your State Legislators agree that, no matter how disap- bad actors on both sides of the debt ---LD-21------LD-22--- LD-21 includes Westfield, Mountainside, pointed we are with the final deal – ceiling debate. Sen. Thomas Kean, Jr. (R) Sen. Nicholas Scutari (D) Garwood, Summit and Cranford. and I am – that final vote was some- Let’s leave the recriminations to 425 North Ave. E. 1514 E. Saint Georges Ave. thing on which honest conservatives the liberals and stay united and fo- Westfield, N.J. 07090 Linden, N.J. 07036 LD-22 includes Scotch Plains, Fanwood, could disagree. cused on achieving the real spending (908) 232-3673 (908) 587-0404 Plainfield, Clark and Linden. Asm. Jon Bramnick (R) Asw. Linda Stender (D) The President used his bully pulpit cuts that Congress promised and elect- 251 North Ave. West 1801 East Second St. E-mail ing a President and Congress to sup- Union County Freeholders port, rather than fight, a balanced Westfield, N.J. 07090 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 [email protected] Elizabeth, New Jersey (908) 232-2073 (908) 668-1900 [email protected] (908) 527-4200 budget amendment and other limited Asm. Nancy Munoz (R) Asm. Jerry Green (D) [email protected] Al Faella, Mgr. [email protected] government principles. That is what 57 Union Place, Suite 310 17 Watchung Ave. [email protected] Deborah Scanlon, chair we [ConservativeHQ.com] should be Summit, N.J. 07901 Plainfield, N.J. 07060 [email protected] [email protected] concentrating on starting today. (908) 918-0414 (908) 561-5757 [email protected] Sebastian D’Elia, Public Info. Richard Viguerie THE FEDS...Whitehouse, Congress, 7th Congressional District (908) 527-4419 ConservativeHQ.com Fanny Mae, Fanny Mac, Bilderberg, Representative Leonard Lance, 425 North Avenue E., Westfield, NJ 07090 (908) 518-7733 [email protected] Manassas, VA Harvard, SEC - next? A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, August 11, 2011 Page 5 Toastmaster of Westfield Elects Looking Under The Hood Letters to the Editor New Board for Coming Year WESTFIELD – Toastmasters of guished Toastmaster (DTM) desig- Municipal Salaries Range From $1 to Westfield announced their new offic- nation and has been area governor AARP Asks Congress to Think Twice ers for the coming year. A special vice-president education, secretary $132 K; $0 to $25 K Health Plans “Kids Night” meeting will be held and treasurer. As Any Cuts Will Impact Milliions By PAUL J. PEYTON was reduced (underlined) from Thursday, September 1. The club is hosting its annual I must admit, my feeling of relief at income. Without it, bills will not be Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times $0.75,” Ms. Cole wrote. The new officers are: Storytelling/Kids Night on Thursday, our avoidance of economic catastro- paid, food will not be purchased, and Part Two of Two: See Part One last Rahway Mayor Rick Proctor is President, Anne Goldman Baker, September 1 at 7:30 p.m. Ms. Baker phe is tempered by my anxiety re- houses will become unaffordable. We week, page 5. Over the last month we compensated at $64,273 per year, Westfield; VP Education Michael chairs the evening. The night will fea- garding the next battle to come. Now, have paid into this program, expect- have been gathering information from while the eight council members gar- Alfano, Union; VP Membership, ture fun, lighthearted stories and 12 Congressmen will have to find a ing to count on these benefits. Do we all 21 municipal clerks in Union ner $7,885 per year and the council Judith Farrall, Scotch Plains; VP Pub- speeches designed with children in mind. way to reduce the debt by $1.5 tril- deserve a deal that puts us in such a County on the compensation paid to president, $9,486. “The mayor and lic Relations, Angela Chester, Toastmasters welcomes prospec- lion. I cannot imagine that this will financial vice? I don’t think so. Medi- mayors and council members, if they council members receive health in- Plainfield; Treasurerm Vijaiyanand tive members and guests. For more go any better than this month’s de- care cuts would also lead to unques- receive paid health benefits and surance, but only six members take Prasad, Plainfield; Secretary Oscar information, see bates went. It will be ugly, and it will tionable hardship. Costs will go up whether these positions are eligible (depending on their outside employ- Ocasio, Elizabeth; Sergeant-at-Arms, toastmasterofwestfield.com; e-mail divide down party lines. Unfortu- and service quality will go down. for pension credits. We submitted ment),” Deputy Clerk Jeffrey Jotz Veronica Hegedus, Westfield. Past Angela Chester at nately, I fear that any deal, or lack Again, do we deserve this? OPRA (Open Public Records Act) said. President is Robin Patrick, [email protected] or call (908) thereof, will result in cuts to Social I [the AARP] urge Congress to requests to all 21 towns. Three members of the governing Whitehouse Station. 358-6821. Security and Medicare. think twice before cutting entitle- This week: Berkeley Heights, Lin- body have couple plans at $14,965 Ms. Baker, the new president, has Toastmasters started in 1924 in In New Jersey alone, 1.4 million ment benefits. Any cuts will put mil- den, New Providence, Plainfield, per year each, and two members have been a member of the club for 14 Santa Ana, Calif. It has grown to a residents receive Social Security in- lions of lives at risk. Rahway, Mountainside, Roselle and single plans costing $6,651 each. The years and is the first person to have leading organization teaching public come, and of this 22 percent rely Kevin Hawryluk, AARP Union. deputy clerk did not provide infor- served as president for two separate speaking and helping people con- upon it for at least 90 percent of their Princeton Junction Part Two mation on who has which plan, al- terms. She has obtained her Distin- quer pre-speech jitters. While Berkeley Heights did not though we have sent a follow-up e- Preparedness Is Key to Saving submit a written response to our mail requesting this information. Sen. Sweeney Challenges His Dems; OPRA request, it has budgeted $4,000 Mountainside Mayor Paul Lives During Hurricane Season in salary for the mayor, Joseph Bruno, Mirabelli receives a $2,836 stipend, Mobilize, Counter State GOP Hurricane season is here, and our Assemble an emergency prepared- and $21,000, or $3,500 each, for sala- with the six members of the borough As the weather heats up all across New others who are among the most vulner- ries for six council members. Spring- council making $1,418 each. No in- Jersey, so too has the over-heated rheto- able in our state. community has the chance right now ness kit: Pack a first-aid kit, essential field Mayor Hugh Keffer receives a formation was provided on health- ric of the Republicans running for the At the same time, they inexplicably to take simple steps that can save medications, foods that don’t require $4,000 stipend, while the four town- care coverage. Councilman Glenn State Legislature. As we expected, this voted to protect lucrative tax breaks for lives if our region is threatened by a cooking or refrigeration, manual can ship committee members are paid Mortimer waived his council salary, first glimpse of their playbook exposes multimillionaires – siding with the state’s hurricane. opener, bottled water, flashlights, $3,500 each. Springfield did not send as he said he did not feel he should their plan to try and hoodwink the voters very wealthiest residents while turning Create and practice a Hurricane battery-powered radio and batteries. a response on health-care coverage. collect two government paychecks. with a campaign of innuendo, distortions their backs on the middle class. As Demo- Plan: Planning and practicing an Heed Warnings: Listen to radio and outright falsehoods. I want to assure crats, we have different priorities: Yours. evacuation plan minimizes confusion and TV stations for updated informa- Linden’s 10 city council members He also works for Rep. Leonard Lance you that we’re going to meet the Repub- Over the last 18 months, we have waged are paid $17,707 each, with the coun- (R-7th). and fear during the event. Learn about tion. A hurricane Watch means hurri- lican misinformation campaign head-on. a relentless fight against the Republicans your community’s hurricane response cane conditions could threaten within cil president paid $20,559, while one In Roselle, Mayor Garrett Smith is We will challenge them in the newspa- across New Jersey as they have inflicted council member is taking 10 percent paid $12,000, while the six council pers, through the mail, on television and blow after blow against the vast majority plan. Plan routes to local shelters, 36 hours. A hurricane Warning means less, amounting to $15,936. Mayor members are compensated at $9,012 radio, and via the Internet. We know, of this state’s residents. register family members with special hurricane conditions are expected Richard Gerbounka earns $67,027 and annually. however, that the best way to set the We are determined to continue fight- medical needs, and make plans for within 24 hours. receives health benefits of $10,480 as We also asked for the following record straight is to bring the truth di- ing to make New Jersey more affordable, your pets. Prepare your Home: Secure any- a Linden Police Department retiree. documents: 1. Copy of document, rectly to you so you can tell your family, with a better quality of life, for everyone. thing that can be picked up by the Two council members (not specified ordinance, resolution, or health in- friends and neighbors when Chris Christie On August 1, there will be exactly 100 Something Hapless wind (bicycles, lawn furniture, trash and the Republicans are trying to pull a days remaining until Election Day, when cans, potted plants, etc.) Close win- in the OPRA response, the city citing surance contract detailing health ben- fast one. New Jersey voters will go to the polls to HIPA -- Health Insurance Portability efits paid to mayor and borough coun- Carter Couldn’t Do dows, doors and hurricane shutters. By following New Jersey’s Democratic elect a new State Legislature. The choices If you don’t have shutters, board up and Accountability Act -- rules) have cil members; 2. Copy of document Legislative Majority on Twitter, you’ll will be very clear: Republicans who will On August 4th, non-partisan rat- health coverage. One member has a and or communication detailing pen- get information to challenge the GOP in rubber stamp Chris Christie every step of ings agency S&P downgraded the windows and doors with plywood. family plan package of $16,628, of sion credits accrued by mayor and real time. I also encourage you to follow the way – or Democrats who will stand up U.S. federal government’s credit rat- Turn off propane tanks and unplug which $5,000 is deducted from that borough council. the Democrats running for the State Sen- for the interests of you and your family. ing for the first time in our country’s small appliances. individual’s wages per a city resolu- Roselle Municipal Clerk Rhona ate and Assembly in your home district, Won’t you please follow along? 200-plus year existence. Wow, that’s For more information, contact the tion. Another council member pays Bluestein said her office’s computers share your thoughts and interact through- Senate President something not even the hapless Jimmy Raritan Valley Chapter of the Ameri- for his own vision, dental and pre- were off-line last week preventing her out the campaign with the men and women Stephen Sweeney Carter managed to do! can Red Cross at (908) 232-7090 or scription plans offered through the from either e-mailing or faxing addi- who want to represent you and your fam- Thank you, ‘Obamanomics’. redcross.org. ily in Trenton. THE NATURE OF city’s health insurance plan. tional information per our request. It’s really no surprise that the Republi- Mark Kalinowski Suzanne Lutz, New Providence Mayor Brooke In a response e-mailed Tuesday she cans are trying to deceive and otherwise POLITICS TODAY Clifton Red Cross, Westfield Hern’s salary is $6,000, with six coun- stated that concerning our first ques- manipulate the voters in an attempt to cil members receiving $4,500 each. tion: “Following a review of borough protect their positions in Trenton. Over They do not receive any health ben- records maintained by the Clerk’s of- the past 18 months, they have voted over efits. Roselle Park Mayor Joe Accordi fice, in addition to advisement from and over again to increase rather than BACK TO SCHOOL SAVINGS! is paid $10,392, with the six council the appropriate borough officials in lessen the hardships on the middle class. WELCOMING NEW PATIENTS OF ALL AGES members paid $8,094 each. They also other offices, no records have been They have slashed funding for programs for seniors while at the same time raising do not receive paid health-care ben- located which are responsive to your their property taxes; cut money to ad- efits. request at this time. In the event that equately fund our schools; decimated pro- Plainfield Mayor Sharon records are so furnished to me and grams ensuring cancer screenings and Robinson-Briggs is paid $35,000, deemed responsive to your request, I other critical health-care services for thou- with the seven council members get- will provide same to you promptly.” sands of women and children; and slashed ting $9,000 each. Health-care cover- Concerning pension credits, she spending for the disabled, veterans and age is as follows: Mayor Robinson- said our request was “non-specific, Briggs, $8,198; Council President unclear, and overly broad.” In addi- Tax, School Funding Annie McWilliams, $8,362; Coun- tion she said “certain personnel or cilman Adrian Mapp, $4,296 (he re- pension records are not disclosable Talk Set August 17 For Kids ceives a health-care waiver incen- records under OPRA” and “without SCOTCH PLAINS - Senator Mike Exam
digital x-rays tive), and Councilwoman Bridget further clarification as to which spe- Doherty will speak on the Fair School Cleaning
fluoride Rivers, $11,466. The four other coun- cific records you are seeking, the Funding Act and Jim Bennett will New patients only
Reg. $220 Oh no! cil members do not take health ben- borough has no way of knowing if talk about the Fair Tax on August 17 expires 10/31/11 wl Oh no! efits. any disclosable records exist respon- at 7:30 pm at the Scotch Hills Coun- Back to While Plainfield Deputy Clerk In- sive to your request,” thus our request try Club, 820 Jerusalem Road, Scotch school dia Cole did not cite HIPA rules, she was “denied.” Plains beginning at 7:30 pm. The did charge the newspaper 10 cents Union Township Committee mem- public is invited. For Adults alreadyalready ? per OPRA regulation fees. “So you bers, of which there are four, receive For more information, call Jim Exam
digital x-rays clearly see, I don’t make this up. $16,550 each, with the mayor, cho- Bennett of Summit, (609) 984-2901 Case presentation $0.05 [per page, two pages total]! It sen annually by the governing body, daytime; (908) 273-4578 evenings; New patients only
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Kathryn will be dearly missed by all Avid Reader and World Traveler El invites prospective and new 756 East Broad Street in Westfield. Born in Perth Amboy, N.J., she who knew her and loved her. Edna Mae Warner, 97, passed America and Europe. Particularly members to learn about all the For more information, contact lived in Roselle, Mexico and Brazil A Funeral Mass was held on Tues- away on Saturday, August 6, 2011 meaningful was a visit to the Lake temple has to offer on Friday, Au- Carolyn Shane, executive director, before moving to Cranford 30 years day, August 9, at St. Michael’s Church at Huntington Common in District in England, the birthplace gust 19, at a Prospective and New at (908) 232-6770, extension no. ago. in Cranford. Burial followed at Kennebunk, Me., where she had of her maternal grandfather, Will- Member Erev Shabbat Meet and 114, or [email protected], or visit Kathryn was a neuroscience nurse Fairview Cemetery in Westfield. lived since January 2010. iam Simpson. Greet event. tewnj.org. with Overlook Hospital for 35 years Arrangements were by the Higgins Edna Mae was born on January She was an active member of the At 7 p.m., new and prospective before retiring in 2011. and Bonner Echo Lake Funeral Home, 24, 1914, the daughter of the late Methodist Church while living in members will have an opportunity Golden Agers Offer She was a member of the Roselle 582 Springfield Avenue in Westfield. Edna Marie and Joseph Donahue. New York and New Jersey, volun- to meet newer and longtime mem- Rescue Squad during the 1970s. Donations in her loving memory She grew up in Verona and gradu- teering as a Sunday school teacher bers, clergy and senior staff. They Casino-Show Trip Kathryn was a parishioner of St. may be made to the Carol G. Simon ated from Verona High and participating in the also will be able to learn about the SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch Michael’s Roman Catholic Church Cancer Center in Summit, N.J. or to School with honors in Women’s Society. She temple’s religious school, youth Plains Golden Agers Club invites the in Cranford. the Center for Hope Hospice, 1900 French. Following served as president of group programs and Early Child- public to join club members on a trip on Surviving are her devoted husband, Raritan Road, Scotch Plains, N.J. graduation, she worked the Women’s Society at hood Education Center, as well as Wednesday, October 19, to Mount Airy Richard; her loving children, Rich- 07076. for the Prudential In- First United Methodist education initiatives, social action Casino in the Poconos and to attend the ard Anthony and Beverly; her sister- August 11, 2011 surance Company in Church in Westfield, programs, worship opportunities comedic play Sex Please! We’re Sixty. Newark. and later at South Con- and social happenings as they tour The cost of the trip is $40 and partici- Daniel Marino, Post Office Retiree; Edna Mae met her fu- gregational Church in the sanctuary, classrooms, meeting pants will receive $35 for slot pay plus ture husband, Henry Kennebunkport, Me. rooms and community room. admission to the show, which will start Warner, a radio officer Edna Mae volun- Additionally, the Special Educa- at 2:30 p.m. Those interested are asked Had Love of Life, Song and Dance on a cruise ship enroute teered in community ac- tion staff will be available to dis- to register by Wednesday, August 31, to Daniel Marino passed away on Surviving are his devoted daugh- to Mexico. The couple tivities throughout her cuss learning opportunities for chil- secure a space. Tuesday, August 2, 2011. ters, Georgia and her husband, Terry married in 1938 and life and was particularly dren with developmental disabili- The motor coach will depart at 9:30 Born in New York City on Octo- Shorrock, and Donna and her hus- lived in Queens, N.Y. proud of her role in ties, which is part of Temple Emanu- a.m. that day from the Scotch Hills ber 5, 1917, Daniel grew up in Jer- band, Steven Stoke; his five grand- and Utica, N.Y. where Edna Mae Warner bringing subsidized se- El’s Ma’ayan (water spring) pro- Country Club, located at Plainfield sey City, raised his family in sons, Daniel, Nicholas and Alex Henry worked as an air nior citizen housing to gram. Attendees also will have an Avenue and Jerusalem Road in Scotch Maplewood and lived in Westfield Shorrock and Matthew and Thomas traffic controller. They moved to Westfield. She also participated in opportunity to stay and worship with Plains. for 16 years. Stoke. He also is survived by his Woodbridge during World War II activities to promote peace and end the congregation at its 7:45 p.m. Interested persons may contact Jean Dan enlisted in the United States brother, John Marino, and sisters, while Henry trained radio opera- war. Erev Shabbat service, followed by DeTore at (908) 889-4121 for trip and Navy after Pearl Harbor and proudly Mildred Esposito, Mary Ross and tors for the U.S. Navy in New York Edna Mae was predeceased by an “Ice Cream Sundae” oneg club information or Mary De Jesso at served during World War II. He was Ann Vilardo, as well as many nieces, City. In 1956, they moved to her husband, Henry, in 1992 and Shabbat. (908) 654-4512 for trip details. a leather cutter before joining the nephews and friends. Westfield where they lived until her brother, Richard, in Tucson, U.S. Postal Service. Dan was a win- A Funeral Mass was held on Sat- Henry’s retirement from RCA In- Ariz. in 1995. She is survived by dow clerk at the Maplewood Post urday, August 6, at St. Michael’s stitutes in 1974. her three daughters, Linda Drescher Office until his retirement in 1981. Roman Catholic Church in Edna Mae and Henry always loved of Golden, Colo., Susan Brown of He was a parishioner at St. Cranford. New England, where they honey- Westfield, and Beth Warner of POLICE BLOTTER Joseph’s Church in Maplewood and Arrangements were by the Dooley mooned. They bought ocean front Kennebunk, Me. She is also sur- a member of the American Legion. Funeral Home, 218 North Avenue, property in Kennebunkport, Me., vived by her four grandchildren, Dan brought his joy of life and West, in Cranford. where they built a home and retired Charles Benjamin Brown of Westfield rant out of Scotch Plains after a motor love of song and dance to gather- In lieu of flowers, donations may in 1974. They very much enjoyed Plainfield, Daniel Brown of Tokyo, Wednesday, August 3, Melissa Pierre- vehicle stop on South. Avenue at Terrill ings of family and friends. be made to the Westfield Rescue the rocky coast, “their” island with Japan, Theodore Brown of Louis, 32, of Bloomfield was arrested on Road. She was processed and turned over He was predeceased by his be- Squad, 335 Watterson Street, its seals and seagulls. Westfield, and Rachel Moses of Bar an outstanding Mountainside warrant in to Scotch Plains Police Department. loved wife of 54 years, Viola (Javas), Westfield, N.J. 07090. Edna Mae perfected the art of Harbor, Me., and two great grand- the amount of $165 after a motor vehicle Tuesday, August 2, Thomas Baluka, in 2008, and his sisters, Annie Cutro August 11, 2011 stop on North Avenue and Elm Street. She 33, of North Plainfield was arrested for an homemaking in her many years of children. was processed and released after posting active warrant out of Union after a motor and Josephine Nuber. married life. She was an expert seam- Arrangements are by the Bibber bail. vehicle stop on South Avenue and First stress, cook, gardener, flower ar- Funeral Home, Kennebunk, Me. A Thursday, August 4, Ashlee Christmas, Street. He was processed, and turned over Sally V. Barberio, 67, Postal Worker; ranger, and decorator. She excelled memorial service will be held on 22, of Scotch Plains was arrested on an to Union Police Department. in crafts, including rug braiding, Thursday, August 11, 2011 at 11 outstanding Westfield traffic warrant in Wednesday, August 3, Lance Branch, Was Navy Veteran of Vietnam War quilting, and knitting. She was an a.m. at South Congregational Church the amount of $500 pursuant to a motor 41, of Plainfield was arrested for an active avid reader, an interest fostered by in Kennebunkport. Memorial dona- vehicle stop at Central Avenue and Sussex warrant out of Montclair after a motor her sister, Carol Van Dusen; her Street. She was transported to police head- vehicle stop on Terrill Road and Paterson Sally V. Barberio, 67, of Westfield her father, and had a keen interest in tions may be made in Edna Mae’s quarters, processed and released after post- Road. He was processed, posted bail and passed away on Sunday, July 17, 2011. brother, Peter V. Hogaboom, and her history. memory to the Animal Welfare So- ing bail. released. Born in Newark, she lived in nephews, Joseph, James and Thomas During her retirement years, she ciety in West Kennebunk, Me. Thursday, August 4, a resident in the Friday, August 5, Jeffrey Sobers, 43, of Plainfield before moving to Westfield Hogaboom. traveled extensively in North August, 11, 2011 1000 block of Central Avenue reported Plainfield was arrested for hindering ap- two years ago. A funeral service was held on Fri- that his bicycle described as a white, Har- prehension and a Union County Superior Ms. Barberio was employed as a day, July 22, at St. John the Baptist row BMX, valued at $350 was stolen from Court warrant after a motor vehicle stop in postal worker at the Short Hills Post Episcopal Church in Linden. Inter- Richard Crum, 94, Husband, Father; the front of his residence. the 40 block of South Avenue. He was Office. ment followed at Fairmount Cem- Friday, August 5, Carine Simeon, 30, of processed and turned over to Union County etery in Newark. Longtime Employee for RCA Roselle was arrested following a motor jail. She was a Navy veteran of the vehicle stop on St. Paul Street for a Friday, August 5, Naikimah Dashiell, Vietnam War, having served as a Arrangements were by Higgins Richard Yarnall Crum, 94, formerly Mr. Crum is survived by his wife; Westfield warrant in the amount of $500. 31, of Newark was arrested for warrants Corpsman Striker. and Bonner Echo Lake Funeral of Boston, joined his heavenly Father three children, Judith Anderson of She was transported to headquarters, pro- out of East Orange, Irvington and Newark Ms. Barberio also was a member of Home, 582 Springfield Avenue in on Sunday, August 7, 2011. He was New Jersey, Stephen Crum of Texas, cessed and released. after a motor vehicle stop on South and Vietnam Veterans of America Chap- Westfield. born in Garnett, Kan. on June 3, 1917. and David Crum of California; seven Friday, August 5, a resident in the 600 Terrill Road. He was processed, and re- ter 688 of Westfield. In lieu of flowers, contributions to He attended Kansas University and grandchildren, Jessica Shellhamer, block of Downer Street reported the theft leased after posting bail. She was predeceased by her daugh- The V Foundation for Cancer Re- then Stanford University in Califor- Mark Anderson, Erik Anderson, of solar lawn lights and a ratchet, with a Saturday, August 6, Darryl Wiggins, search, 106 Towerview Court, Cary, combined value of $168, from his prop- 25, of Roselle was arrested for active war- ter, Katherine Barberio. nia until he entered the Army in 1944. Timothy Crum, Michael Crum, erty. According to police, the victim’s rants out of Essex County and Newark Surviving are her son, William P. N.C. 27513; www.jimmyv.org, would After returning from service in 1946, Adrian Crum, and Jana Crum; and driveway was also damaged when some- after a motor vehicle stop on LaGrande Barberio; her grandchildren, Kim- be appreciated. he came east and found employment one great-grandchild, Joshua one dragged something rake-like over the and Beech Avenue. He was processed and berly, Ashley and Matthew Barberio; August 11, 2011 with RCA, where he worked for 33 Shellhamer. surface. turned over to Essex County Sheriff’s years. In this span of time, he met Mr. Crum will be buried with full Friday, August 5, a resident walking Department. Dorothy Blossom Appleby; they military honors at Riverside National her dog in Brightwood Park reported sev- Saturday, August 6, Alex Kargbo, 54, E. Paul Hjorth, 83, Served in Korean married in 1947, making their first eral instances of criminal mischief after of East Orange was arrested for an active Cemetery in Riverside, Calif., Thurs- someone wrote graffiti on tables, trees, warrant out of Jersey City after a motor home in Staten Island, N.Y. From day, August 11. If one desires to re- benches and a foot-bridge in the park. vehicle stop on Terrill Road and South War; Western Electric Employee there they moved to West member Richard, one may do so by According to police, a swastika and other Avenue. He was processed and turned E. Paul Hjorth, 83, of Westfield, Employed by Western Electric/ Collingswood and Westfield, N.J., sending contributions to The Gideons verbage was observed and removed, po- over to Jersey City Police Department. passed away peacefully Thursday, Bellcore for over 40 years, he held South Boston, Va., and recently to International in South Boston, Va. lice said. Sunday, August 7, Aunda Stanley, 47, August 4, 2011 at home 10 years a patent on a “Bit for Wire Wrap- Fallbrook, Calif. to be closer to fam- August, 11, 2011 Saturday, August 6, Justin Cox, 24, of of South Plainfield was arrested for crimi- after having been diagnosed with ping Gun” and retired in 1991 as a ily. Short Hills was arrested following a motor nal trespassing after officers responded to syringomyelia. District Manager, Quality Technol- vehicle stop for an outstanding criminal a business in the 100 block of South Av- warrant out of Point Pleasant Beach in the enue on the report of a trespasser. A Service of Celebration of Paul’s ogy Metallic Media. Paul is a life- Patricia Wheeler, 81, Enjoyed Bridge; amount of $350. He was transported to According to police, when the officers life will be held on Saturday, Au- time member of the Telephone Pio- headquarters, processed and released after arrived they spoke with the store manager gust 13, at 11 a.m. in the chapel of neers of America. Was Longtime Volunteer at Church posting bail. who pointed out the person who was in the The Presbyterian Church of He was predeceased by his sister Patricia Wheeler (née Pollard), 81, Church in Princeton, where she vol- Sunday, August 7, Brendel McDonald, store after being asked not to come into the Westfield, 140 Mountain Avenue, Delores and his brother Thorolf. Sur- of Princeton passed away on Sunday, 20, of Poughkeepsie, N.Y. was arrested store. Stanley was transported to head- unteered for many years. Always following a motor vehicle stop on East quarters, processed and released pending where he had been a member for 46 viving are his loving wife of 52 years, July 31. ready with a listening ear, Pat was a years serving as an elder and a dea- Edith, his daughter and son-in-law Broad Street for possession of a controlled a court date. Born and raised in Westfield, N.J., compassionate friend and advocate dangerous substance and possession of Scotch Plains con. Susan and David Dilzell, of Westfield, Pat is survived by her son and daugh- for those in need. paraphernalia. He was transported to head- Monday, August 1, the manager of a Born in Elizabeth, Paul gradu- granddaughters Kristen and Jennifer, ter-in-law, Charles and Carolyn An avid bridge player since col- quarters, processed and released. Route 22 gas station reported that during ated from Abraham Clark High and his brother Colonel (Retired) Wheeler of St. Louis, Mo.; her daugh- lege, one of the clubs she enjoyed has Monday, August 8, a resident reported the early morning hours a customer pur- School in Roselle in 1946. He at- George E. Hjorth of Scottsdale, Ariz. ter and soon-to-be son-in-law, been together almost 50 years. the back tire of his locked bicycle was chased gas and then got into an argument tended the University of Alabama, Memorial donations may be made Catherine Wheeler and Dennis There will be a memorial service stolen while it was parked at the north side with the manager at which time the cus- serving in the ROTC and graduat- to the Westfield Rescue Squad, or a O’Neill of Hopewell; her brother, of celebration for Pat on Saturday, train station. tomer struck the manager in the face with ing with a Bachelor of Science in charity of your choice. Arrange- Mountainside his fist and then fled the scene. William, of Lawrenceville; two August 20, at 1 p.m. at the Trinity Tuesday, August 2, an officer on rou- Monday, August 1, a resident of Short Industrial Engineering in 1951. He ments are by the Dooley Colonial grandsons; a great-granddaughter; Church, 33 Mercer Street in tine patrol noticed a driveway on New Hills Lane reported that a relative came earned a Master of Science in Engi- Home, 556 Westfield Avenue, nieces and nephews, and many de- Princeton. Providence Road that appeared to have for a visit and refuses to leave. neering from Stevens Institute of Westfield. voted friends. In lieu of flowers, the family asks been recently repaired. According to po- Tuesday, August 2, a resident of Fields Technology in Hoboken, N.J. in August 11, 2011 A lifelong Episcopalian with a that donations be made in Pat’s name lice, through the officer’s experience he Lane reported that approximately $2,000 1956. strong faith, Pat was formerly a mem- to Trinity Church or a charity of the determined that the driveway had been was taken from her house after there were Paul served in the Korean War in spray painted with black paint and not numerous people at her there for a party See it all on the Web! ber of St. Paul’s Church in Westfield donor’s choice. repaired and he alerted the homeowner to and when they left, she noticed the money Austria as a Second Lieutenant and and a current member of the Trinity August 11, 2011 later was commissioned as Captain the scam. The homeowner stated she re- missing. www.goleader.com ceived a flyer from the suspect, described Wednesday, August 3, a resident of in the Army reserves. as a older male, between 55 and 70 years Rivervale Court reported that he took the Obituaries old operating a black pick-up truck with a metal doors, valued at approximately white trailer and she called him to fix her $3,000, off his Jeep and left them by his Continued on Page 13 driveway. Residents are warned to be aware shed and sometime overnight someone of this type of scam. removed them. Gray Funeral Homes Tuesday, August 2, Michael D. Hobbs, Wednesday, August 3, Daniel Guillen, 23, of Plainfield was arrested for allegedly 21, of New Brunswick was arrested for a Live at home … driving while suspended after a motor $500 outstanding warrant issued by the Since 1897 vehicle stop on Route 22. South River court after a motor vehicle Wednesday, August 3, a resident of stop on Front Street. He was transported to … spend your days with us! Wood Valley Road reported that his coin headquarters, processed and released. collection valued at approximately $300 Thursday, August 4, a resident of Can- • Daily calendar of social & was missing from his attic. According to terbury Drive reported that someone made police, the victim’s roommate recently approximately $3,000 in credit card pur- stimulating activities that moved out and the victim believes he may chases without his authorization. accommodate a range of have taken the coins with him. Thursday, August 4, a resident of Dog- interests and abilities Thursday, August 4, an employee from wood Drive reported that sometime over- • a business on Sheffield Street reported night someone entered his unlocked ve- Professional, consistent staff that she was conducting an inventory and hicle, which was parked in front of his including full time social workers determined approximately $3,000 worth driveway and once inside, removed a set and nurses of gold samples and scraps were missing. of keys. • According to police, the victim stated she Saturday, August 6, a resident of Hill Modern, upscale environment believes a former employee who had been Road reported that his neighbor has been Begun in 1876 by William Gray, in Cranford and later Incorporated in • 1897 as the Gray Burial & Cremation Company. On-site rehabilitation terminated is responsible, but when she leaving letters on his property with vari- called him he “calmly” denied any knowl- ous complaints. Today, known by many simply as Gray’s. We continue to provide the • Beauty Salon/Barber Shop • edge of the theft. Monday, August 8, a resident of Farley personal service that began with Mr. Gray, whether it be for burial or Tai Chi, daily exercise, and stroll Thursday, August 4, a resident of Birch Avenue reported that sometime during the cremation. program Road reported that over the last several day, someone entered her residence and • Transportation available months someone has been moving, break- removed her laptop, which was valued at ing and stealing outdoor lights from his approximately $1,300. According to po- Gray Funeral Home Gray Memorial Funeral Home • Medicaid & VA Benefit accepted 318 East Broad St. 12 Springfield Ave. Spend-A-Day Senior Prom ‘11 property. According to police, the victim lice, there was no sign of forced entry. • Specialists in dementia care reported he has no problems, or disputes Monday, August 8, a resident of East Westfield, NJ 07090 Cranford, NJ 07016 with his neighbors. Second Street stated he was walking his William A. Doyle Mgr. Dale R. Schoustra Mgr. Friday, August 5, a resident of Robin dog at approximately 2 a.m. when he was NJ Lic. Number 2325 NJ Lic. Number 3707 Hood Road reported that someone left a approached by an individual who asked (908)-233-0143 (908)-276-0092 Call Stephanie at 908-598-5529 plastic bag full of dog feces on his front him a question then struck him several porch and his daughter found it. times in the head and face. According to Visit us at www.sageeldercare.org Saturday, August 6, Carlos Y. Espana, police, the suspect then took several items John-Michael “J.M.” Jones 19, of Plainfield was arrested for driving from the victim and fled the scene on N.J. Lic. #4869 while intoxicated (DWI) and leaving the foot. scene of an accident after a crash that Monday, August 8, Rashad Jones, 36, Director occurred on Route 22. He was transported of Plainfield was arrested for an $800 Est. 1975 to headquarters, processed and released. outstanding warrant issued by the Scotch www.grayfuneralhomes.com Fanwood Plains court after a motor stop on Route 290 Broad Street Summit, NJ 07901 Monday, August 1, Tasha White, 37, of 22. He was transported to headquarters, Plainfield was arrested for an active war- processed and released. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, August 11, 2011 Page 7 Foundation Grant Enables IN SESSION Computer and Cell Phone Use Interns to Work at Library Take Away From Family Time WESTFIELD – Two interns re- While in high school, she was a By Carol Pedro, Executive Director cently joined the Westfield Memorial member of the Yearbook Club and Library’s Youth Services Department, the Community Service Club. As part Youth and Family Counseling Service thanks to help with funding from the of the Service Club, she helped make Westfield Foundation. The Westfield lunches for food banks, and she col- The summer is here in full swing! reer and am looking to devote my Foundation provides non-profit and lected toiletries, jackets and stuffed We would expect to find kids at the time to working as much as I can civic organizations with financial animals for children. pool and parks. However, kids to- now so I can retire early. The prob- assistance to offer summer employ- Scott, a sophomore at Vassar Col- day, when not in school, seem to lem is my girlfriend, Michele. She’s ment to area students. lege, also has experience working spend much of their free time on 28. We’ve been together three years, Betsy Goellner and Scott Thien are with children. He served as a teacher’s their computers and cell phones. and she wants a commitment. What assisting children and parents with the aide at his temple, teaching Hebrew Q: A concerned mother of two do I do? I don’t want to lose her. She library’s Summer Reading Clubs and Bible studies, and he also has teens, a girl, 15, and boy, 13, ex- may even be ‘the one.’” through the end of August. They sign been a special education shadow plains: “I don’t know what to do. My A: A happy, quality life must have up children who can read on their own there. While a senior at Westfield kids won’t come out of the house, balance. Throwing yourself into for “One World, Many Stories” and High School, he was paired with a even to go to the pool.” Frustrated, your work could be escaping from sign up youngsters who cannot yet student from Roosevelt Intermediate she shares: “Josh (her 13-year-old something else – are you running read for the “Little Listeners Club.” School who needed help with a long- son) is on the computer playing from the next level of your relation- The interns help participants man- term project. Ms. Laura O’Neil and Bryan Nish games all day – rain or shine, barely ship with your workaholic behav- age their reading minutes and exchange Currently a psychology major with stopping for sleep and meals. Kara iors? Are you sabotaging your fu- them for prizes such as rulers, books a minor in music, Scott is treasurer of (her 15-year-old daughter) is always ture with Michele on purpose? and T-shirts. They also shelve books a poetry group, and he has a band. He in her room, on the phone or Relationships need cultivating and make copies of hundreds of read- plays percussion, piano and is learn- Ms. Laura O’Neil Facebook. Even when she is with and work, just like your career. They ing lists for these very popular reading ing the guitar. her friends, they are all texting or have a natural pattern of develop- clubs throughout the summer. “We are lucky – and so grateful – to talking on cell phones. Kara doesn’t ing, often beginning with the “hon- Betsy, who has just graduated from get this grant funding in support of even go to the mall with me, and she eymoon phase,” then more reality Westfield High School, is headed to our summer programming during the To Marry Bryan Nish used to love it! How can I get my and typically some level of com- Arcadia University in Pennsylvania Youth Services Department’s busiest Kathleen and Joseph O’Neil of education teacher at Round Valley kids to be more active and involved mitment (especially at your age.) If in the fall to study early childhood time of year,” said Kathy Muhm, co- Tewksbury have announced the en- School in Clinton Township. with the family?” children are in your long-term plan, education. For the past few years, she ordinator of Youth Services. gagement of their daughter, Ms. Laura Mr. Nish is a graduate of Upper A: “You’re not alone.” One of the Michele may be concerned for bio- has tutored children at the Westfield “Having Betsy and Scott working O’Neil, to Bryan Nish of Hatboro, Moreland High School in Willow newest challenges of parenting in- logical reasons as well as other fac- Memorial Library in second- and here is helping the library serve our Pa. He is the son of Patricia and Grove, Pa. and Temple University in volves managing the new technolo- tors. There is no magical, scientific third-grade mathematics and English young customers much better, given Robert Nish of Atco, N.J. Philadelphia, Pa. He currently is gies that kids are exposed to today. formula to love and marriage. Take through the Homework Helpers pro- such a large number of children and Ms. O’Neil is a graduate of Scotch employed as an accountant with Core I asked mom, “How do you manage an honest look at yourself and what gram, and she was involved with the teens who are involved in our sum- Plains-Fanwood High School and Financial Outsourcing in other areas of your kids’ lives?” you share in key areas of values Summer Reading Club at night. mer program.” Kean University, where she received Doylestown, Pa. Mom explains they have rules about (religion, money, children.) Com- her Master of Arts degree in Instruc- The couple is planning an August homework, keeping their rooms municate openly and honestly with tion and Curriculum. She is a special 2012 wedding. clean, etc. Rules are necessary! Un- each other. Marriage is not best fortunately, many parents do not decided under such pressures. You have clear, concise, direct expecta- still have time: talk, talk, talk! Financial Assistance Available tions established for their children in the areas of computers and Committee Recomends For Home Energy Improvements phones. As they become older, teen- agers will naturally crave more au- Adult Immunization MOUNTAINSIDE — New Jersey ence. “There were rooms in our tonomy and independence. Parents WESTFIELD – Did you know the homeowners can now take advantage home that we couldn’t really use in need to help this process with rules Advisory Committee on Immuniza- of an incredible opportunity to in- the winter because they were so cold. that will guide their teen years in a tion Practices recommends adults, crease the comfort of their homes These same rooms were too hot in the safe and healthy environment. who anticipate having close contact while saving money on their utility summer. After upgrading our boiler Some suggestions: limit time on with an infant less than a year old, bills. The NJ Clean Energy Program and adding insulation, I’m happy to computer, limit phone use, have some receive the Tdap vaccine? is offering an additional rebate of say we can now use the whole house!” family meals together (even if it is Did you know that because Pertus- $1,000 until September 30 toward Green Energy Improvements is just breakfast on weekends!). Teens sis (whooping cough) is highly con- the cost of adding insulation or up- need parents, although it often feels tagious, if infected, you could easily Scott Thien certified by The Building Perfor- Betsy Goellner grading the heating or cooling appli- mance Institute, a requirement to help as though they are pushing them away. spread it to your grandchildren? ances in homes. homeowners qualify for the rebates Stay connected to your kids, be flex- Every year, deaths of children due Evan Siegel, an auditor for Green and financing. “We adhere to the high- ible and have a sense of humor! Leav- to Pertussis are reported to the Cen- VFW Auxiliary Meeting Set Energy Improvements, explains. est standards of quality and safety ing your children unmonitored in the ters for Disease Control and Preven- “The state of New Jersey has put and every job we do is inspected by cyberworld is the equivalent of drop- tion. Children ages three months and together a program that provides up the state,” says Siegel. “The NJ En- ping them off alone at a strange mall younger accounted for the majority At Post Home in Garwood to $5,000 in rebates and up to $10,000 ergy Program is making it possible in a foreign city. of these deaths. GARWOOD – The next monthly Hasselman; Secretary, Catherine in zero interest loans for homeowners. for homeowners to finally increase Q: A 27-year-old single, profes- For information and to make an meeting of Bayleaf Leonard J. Sand- Madara; Treasurer, Kathy Dorkoski; That means no money out of pocket the comfort and durability of their sional male (David) presents this appointment to receive Tdap call the ers Memorial Post No. 6807 Ladies Chaplain, Lena Cummings; Conduc- for most jobs.” homes. In most cases, the savings in personal conflict: “I’ve been work- Westfield Regional Health Depart- Auxiliary Veterans of Foreign Wars tress/Guard, Madeline Pevarnik; Pa- The goal of an energy audit is to the utility bills are higher than the ing really hard to advance my ca- ment at (908)789-4070. will be held on Tuesday, August 16, triotic Instructor/Soloist, Susan create a work scope that has a signifi- zero interest loan payment.” at 1 p.m. It will take place at the post Leonard; Trustees, Three Years, Lottie cant impact on utility bills in a home. For more information or to sched- home at 221 South Avenue in Sworen; Two Years, Dolores It is not unusual to achieve as much as ule an audit, contact Evan Siegel at Garwood. Cielinski, and One Year, Anne a 25% reduction in energy usage. Green Energy Improvements, (908) The group will start its new year Leonard. 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By DAVID B. CORBIN roster to mix with the remaining vet- Union County 50+ leagues, and has Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times erans. included FOMSA, Westfield modi- No strangers to playing in the “I like the recipe. We have a good fied league, North Plainfield, South Scotch Plains Men’s Softball League mix of old and young. I like our Plainfield and Middlesex leagues pre- “A” Division championships, the top- chances. Without a doubt, they [Park dicted, “We swept them last year. seeded Stage House, once again, faced Beverage] are the team to beat. It has This is what we are going to do this second-seeded Park Beverage to do always come down to us and them year.” battle in Game 1 of the best of three every year, and I think it is our year Despite the addition of the young series for the cherished crown at again,” said Stage House veteran Tim stallions to the Stage House stable, Brookside Park in Scotch Plains on Walsh, who has been playing in sev- Straniero was unfazed. August 8. eral softball leagues for over 30 years. “They have a lot of talent, a lot of Last year, Park Beverage swept the Among some of those leagues have good young players, but we have es- Stage House, 17-12, and 13-5, for the been the Fanwood Old Men’s Soft- tablished a team. Everybody gets title, but the year before the Stage ball Association (FOMSA), along. Everybody likes each other and House, then known as Investors Sav- Mountainside, New Providence and, pulls for each other. They are going to ings, took top honors over the Bever- recently, the Union County 50+ have seven or eight guys sitting on the age men, then known as Deegan Roof- League. bench. That’s the difference! I might ing, in three games. Park Beverage veteran Tom get one or two at-bats. I am just here to This year, however, the Stage men Straniero, who has been playing in help and support them. They don’t have added several young but very the area softball leagues for about 38 have that support,” he said. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times talented and speedy athletes to their years, which include St. Bart’s and CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 FOOLING THEM ALL…St. Joseph’s Frank Chupko slides into third base with a triple as St. Anne third baseman Mike McLane gets the ball. The inset has St. Anne skipper Joe McEvoy waiving his outfielders in as Chupko steps to the plate before launching his triple. Oops! CHUPKO, TALCOTT LEAD WAY; MESSANO, 3B, 2B, 1B St. Joe Veterans Spark, 14-8, Victory Over Lowly St. Anne

By DAVID B. CORBIN the St. Joseph gang, Dean Talcott, double, tripled, singled and scored Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Frank Chupko, Tom Litterio, Steve twice. Bruce Evans went 3-for-4 with Oldtimers sparked rallies that led Ferro and Tony Perfilio made signifi- two RBI. Dave Weischadle (RBI) St. Joseph to a 14-8 victory over St. cant contributions to the win. Chupko singled twice and scored twice. Matt Anne in St. Bart’s Oldtimers Men’s bashed a leadoff triple to spark a two- Daly thumped a two-run triple and Softball League action at Brookside run third inning that snapped a 2-2 scored once. Joe DeRosa singled, Park in Scotch Plains on August 4. tie, and Talcott tapped a leadoff single scored twice and added two RBI. Jim St Joseph has been on quite a win- that ignited a raging blaze of nine Barba doubled and scored twice. ning roll, and the victory gave them a runs in the fifth inning. St. Anne actually out-hit the Joeys, little more solid footing on the top Chupko finished 2-for-3 and scored 18-17, and Jack Kennedy presided rung of the Angels Division. St. Anne once, while Talcott added an RBI and over all others with a 4-for-4 evening, has been on a roll also, but it has been a run scored. Litterio laced a pair of which included a three-run home run, in the wrong direction, and the loss singles and added an RBI. Ferro a double, an RBI single and two runs has placed them on solid ground at ripped an RBI single and scored twice, scored. Marty Garcia (2 runs scored) the bottom of the Saints Division. and Perfilio reached base safely once added a pair of singles and a two-run Five members of the 60+ crew of and scored once. triple. Tom Straniero (run scored), David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Members of the “younger genera- TAGGING UP AND TAKING THIRD…Pete Samila of Park Beverage tagged up on a fly ball and slides into third base in John Veglia (double), Art Hobble the fourth inning as Stage House third baseman Tim Walsh recovers the ball. Samila whacked a pair of three-run home runs Probitas Verus Honos tion” of St. Joe boys also got into the (RBI) and Mike McLane each had and finished with seven RBI in the 22-3 victory at Brookside Park in Scotch Plains on August 8. act. Lou Messano drilled a three-run CONTINUED ON PAGE 11 BABOOMIAN GETS 3 RBI, DeCHIARO RAPS 3 SINGLES St. Jude Plates 4 in 6th, Sting St. Al in Angels Division, 9-8

By DAVID B. CORBIN gels Division. St. Aloysius’ light at back RBI singles. After Blasi scored Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times the end of the tunnel got even dimmer the third run on an error, John Chupko Seated firmly in fourth place with when St. Jude plated four runs in the stepped to the plate with one man out the playoffs beginning in a few weeks, bottom of the sixth inning then held and Suriani on third and tapped a lazy St. Jude’s quest to take first place in the Al’s scoreless in the top of the grounder that resulted in a force out the Angels Division of the St. Bart’s seventh to claim a 9-8 victory at at second. Chupko dug deep within Oldtimers Men’s Softball League Jerseyland Field in Scotch Plains on and avoided being doubled up for the may be an impossible dream, but August 5. third out by a step, and by virtue of his climbing back to the .500 mark in the Trailing 8-5, Scott Friedrichs got extraordinary effort, Suriani’s score won/loss column is not out of the things started for the Judes with a on the play turned out to be what picture. leadoff single. Kevin Walsh (2-for-3, would end up being the winning run. In the meantime, St. Aloysius had 2 runs scored) chopped a single to “Good comeback guys,” shouted nowhere else to look but way up as right field. Anthony Blasi and Rich St. Jude shortstop Joe DeChiaro, who they were sitting on the cold, damp Suriani, who both finished 2-for-3 made strong contributions offensively cement in the basement of the An- with a run scored, rapped back-to- CONTINUED ON PAGE 11

David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times SLIPING INTO THIRD IN TIME…Neighborhood Painter Jay Hoynowski, right, slips into third before Sofa King third baseman Josh Finkelstein can make the tag. The Painters won 19-10 on August 7. HOYNOWSKI HAMMERS HOMER, DOUBLE, GETS 5 RBI Neighborhood Painters Oust Sofa Kings in Playoffs, 19-10

By DAVID B. CORBIN victory to earn a trip to the champion- The Sofa Kings finished with 18 Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times ship series against Five Guys. hits and had three batters, Landy Neighborhood Painting was more Jay Hoynowski, who first started Rodriguez (2 runs scored, RBI), Jay than willing to work overtime on in the league playing for a team known Everitt (2 RBI) and Josh Finkelstein Sunday, August 7, in Game 3 of the as PEPCO, carried the thickest brush (RBI, run scored) contribute three Scotch Plains Men’s Softball League for the painters and covered the Sofa hits apiece. Brian Schiller (2-for-5, 3 “B” Division semifinals against the Kings with a solo home run, two runs scored) had the Kings’ only ex- Sofa Kings at Brookside Park in singles, a double and five RBI, while tra base hit, a two-run triple. Dave Scotch Plains. scraping home plate four times. Mike Belford rapped a pair of singles, After dropping the first game, 8-6, Petrone also laid it on thick with a scored once and added an RBI. on August 1, the Neighborhood Paint- double, two singles, four RBI and After Hoynowski launched his solo ers won the second game, 10-8, on two runs scored. John Gordon con- blast in the top of the first inning, David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times August 3 then jumped on the Sofa tributed three hits and scored three Steve Peterpaul (4-for-5, 2 runs GETTING THE PUTOUT AT HOME…St. Aloysius catcher Joe Romash, center, snags the throw home to get the putout Kings scoring 15 runs within the first times, and Trevor Haim added three scored) and Pat Peterpaul (3-for-5, 2 on St. Jude runner Rich Suriani in the second inning at Jerseyland Field in Scotch Plains. three innings and rolled to a 19-10 hits, an RBI and two runs scored. CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 HIRING A TOP AGENT ISN’T EXPENSIVE…IT’S PRICELESS!

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Blue Devils Raiders

Walk Down Memory Lane

From the archives of The Westfield Checchio pitcher Manny Perez tossed Leader and The Scotch Plains- a three-hitter and shortstop Frank Fanwood Times – www.goleader.com Malta displayed defensive brilliance. August 12, 1998: An energetic Jason Geary launched a two-run home PEPCO team took to the field at run for Checchio’s Brookside Park, caught the Phoenix August 10, 2000: Veteran pitcher flying low and bagged a 14-9 victory Joe Matuska, with his high-arching to take a 2-1 lead in the championship accuracy, kept the St. “James Gang” series of the A Division of the Scotch off-balance and led the St. “Tom” boys to a 7-4 victory in St. Bart’s David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Plains Softball League. Jim Hellwig ABOUT TO MAKE CONTACT…Neighborhood Painter Tom Carannone is David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times hammered a three-run homer in the Oldtimers Softball League action at about to make contact with the ball in the fifth inning against the Sofa Kings. HITTING TO THE OPPOSITE FIELD…Park Beverage veteran Damon Roth first inning then went on to collect Brookside Park. Gerry Riepe led St. Carannone plopped a single over first base. The Painters won 19-10 to oust the attempts to hit the ball to the opposite field in the game against the Stage House. four hits, score three runs and drive in Thomas with three hits, two RBI and Sofa Kings from the playoffs on August 7. Roth had three hits and scored four times. four runs by the game’s end. two runs scored, and Mike Brennan August 11, 1998: C & C Landscap- slapped three singles and scored twice. ing contoured a clear path toward the August 3-10, 2001: Parents, grand- B Division championships in the parents, sisters, brothers, friends and Neighborhood Painters Oust Park Beverage Men Package Scotch Plains Softball League by win- the Westfield 10-year-old Blue base- ning its second game against D & L ball players themselves will forever Stage House in Game 1, 22-3 Locksmiths, 16-7, at Brookside Park. remember the wonderful experience Sofa Kings in Playoffs, 19-10 Joe Killberg and Erik Berger each had they had at the Cal Ripkin Babe Ruth CONTINUED FROM PAGE 9 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 9 four hits and Vito Castaldo had three World Series in Vincennes, Ind. In RBI to help engineer the victory. addition to the memories, the Blue runs scored) sparked a six-run out- predicted, “What we got to do is give Straniero’s prediction definitely second, which included back-to-back team returned with beautiful action came true, at least in Game 1, as the homers from the brothers Samila. August 5, 1999: Fired up and de- burst with back-to-back singles in the them nothing for the rest of the game. photos supplied by The Vincennes second inning. The Sofa Kings an- If we don’t give them another run, we Beverage men poured it on early and From that point, the Stage House’s termined after a controversial, 8-7, loss in Game 1 of the Westfield Men’s Sun Commercial – the daily newspa- swered with a run in the bottom of the will win the game.” kept it flowing with a 22-3 victory. offensive wheels would not turn for per – and a huge, third-place trophy. Park Beverage pitcher Pete Samila five more innings. In the meantime, Softball League championships, inning when Brad Belford (2-for-3, In the fifth, Jay Hoynowski, who After winning the Mid-Atlantic RBI) walked and later scored on walked, scored the whole way from managed to scatter 12 hits over nine the Beverage men blended five hits, a Checchio Chiropractic rebounded and realigned the Mattress Factory, 11-1, championship in Newark, Del. on Finkelstein’s single to leftfield. first when Pete Covelli’s (2 singles, innings, while walking none. He also walk and a few Stage House errors to CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 led the Beverage men’s 28-hit bom- add four runs in the fourth, then in the in Game 2 at Tamaques Park. But the Sofa Kings were quite RBI) grounder to second was muffed. groggy defensively and committed After Tom Carannone and Steve bardment with a pair of three-run fifth, Lau doubled and scored on Pete numerous errors throughout the game, Peterpaul singled to load the bases, home runs and an RBI single for Samila’s single to left to stretch the seven RBI, while scoring four times. lead to 14-2. especially in the third inning when Covelli scored when the Sofa Kings the Painters saturated the neighbor- turned a 4 (Ed Belford)-6 (Rodriguez)- His brother Dan (4-for-5, 2 RBI, 3 Stage House centerfielder Savarese hood with eight runs on six hits to 3 (Everitt) double play. The Painters runs scored) added a solo blast. Gus managed to keep the Beverage men Alvarez (RBI) rapped four singles scoreless in the sixth with an abso- seize a 15-1 lead. added another run in the sixth on Concerned that his team may have Petrone’s RBI double to extend their and scored once. Brady Lau (2 lutely outstanding catch, going air- been considering Sunday to be a day lead to 18-8. In the meantime, the Sofa doubles, RBI) and Damon Roth each borne and parallel to the ground to had three hits and scored four times. snare Jeff Bendix’s (single, double) of rest, Sofa King Billy Mariani Kings’ offense went into slumber mode warned his teammates. “Guys! Bot- during those two innings. Kevin Spellman (4 RBI, run scored) low liner. tom of the third! Pick your heads up The Painters went dry offensively tripled, doubled and singled. Park Beverage took advantage of Veteran Neil Kauffman led the three straight walks and added Kevin and get into the game,” he said. in the seventh and eighth innings, but Rodriguez and Brad Belford poked in the seventh, the Sofa Kings man- Stage House with three singles. Walsh Woodring’s (2 hits, 2 RBI, 2 runs RBI singles, making the score 15-3. aged to plate two more runs thanks to (double, RBI), Mark Ciecura (double, scored) RBI sacrifice fly and run scored) and Tony Wargo had two Spellman’s two-run triple to take a Then after holding the Painters score- Everitt’s RBI single and Jon Bruno’s less in the fourth, the Sofa Kings RBI sac fly. The Painters scored the hits each. Todd Simo launched a co- 17-2 lead in the seventh. Finally, the sprung into action with five runs on final run in the ninth when Gordon lossal two-run homer that skimmed Stage House squeaked out of its si- the top of a tree in centerfield. lence when Ciecura doubled and six hits in their half of the inning, singled and scored on Jay highlighted by Schiller’s two-run Hoynowski’s RBI double to center. The Beverage men delivered the scored on Walsh’s RBI single. triple, Ed Belford’s RBI sacrifice fly goods right away with five runs on six Park Beverage added another four- Neighborhood 168 021 001 19 hits in the top of the first inning, which run charge in the eighth, highlighted and RBI singles from Dave Belford Sofa Kings 012 500 200 10 and Everitt. included RBI doubles from Spellman by Pete Samila’s second three-run With hopes that the Sofa Kings and Marty Marks. In the bottom of the homer. The final Beverage run came Probitas Verus Honos have finally awakened, Ed Belford inning, Scotty Savarese ripped a lead- in the ninth when Jerry Isolda (2 runs David B. Corbin (August 18 2005 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times off double and Simo blasted his homer scored) trotted home after Lau A LOT OF ACTION AT HOME PLATE…Geeks on Call captain Neil Kauffman, to make the score, 5-2. smashed a ground-rule double. right, barrels safely home as Dunellen Hotel’s Greg McComb considers a throw See it all on the web in color . . . The Beverage men added a ship- Park Beverage 540 410 341 22 to first base in Game 2 of the A Division championship on August 9, 2005 at ment of four runs on four hits in the Stage House 200 000 100 3 Jerseyland Field in Scotch Plains. The Hotel men won, 7-6. www.goleader.com

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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 9 and defensively for his team. “Come on Joe! Get a rip. Pick me grounder to DeChiaro, which resulted At the plate, DeChiaro led the up,” he said. in an inning-ending double play. Judes’ 16-hit assault, going 3-for-3 DeChiaro ripped a single over first “Keep the ‘D’. Keep the ‘D’ ”, with a run scored. Defensively, he base. Baboomian bounced an RBI shouted first baseman Mangiris as initiated all three of Judes’ double single to right, and Friedrich tied the the Als took to the field. plays. Varojuan Baboomian led the score with an RBI sac fly to center. St. Jude failed to score in the fourth; Judes with three RBI, with a pair of Favorito led off the Als’ second however, Baboomian added another RBI singles and an RBI sacrifice fly. with a triple. After a pop out to third, RBI single in the fifth, but Jude’s Mike Walch (2 runs scored), Rich Jude pitcher Blasi walked St. Al skip- inning ended abruptly when right Pitonzo and Larry Szenyi each per Joe Romash. fielder Favorito grabbed Baboomian’s singled, while Mike White scored From his catcher’s position, single and relayed to shortstop once. Chupko mumbled, “Most teams walk Stratton, who tossed to Hastrup at Paul Bifani led St. Al with three people to get to Joe. We walk Joe to third in time to nail DeChiaro, who singles, two RBI and a run scored. get to other people.” overstretched his limits. Dom Favorito (triple, RBI) and Chris Bifani lofted an RBI sac fly to give After holding Al scoreless in the Paterek each had two hits, while Billy the Als a 3-2 lead, but the Judes sixth, St. Jude’s quest for victory was Aumenta (double, 2 RBI) and Erik quickly tied the score when Rob Del not out of the question, and they Hastrup (RBI) each had two hits and Cid plopped a single over first to proved it by scoring four runs in the a run scored. Nate Mangiris (run bring home Walsh. sixth to grasp a narrow, 9-8, lead. All scored), Rob Stratton and Bruce Lo- Paterek, Aumenta who doubled, that was left was three more outs. gan each added a single. and Favorito all scored in the third to Bruce Logan led off St. Al’s sev- St. Al drew first blood with two put Aloysius on top, 6-3. Walch enth with a single to center, but runs on three hits in the top of the singled and scored on Baboomian’s Romash hit into his second 6-4-3 first. After the leadoff batter reached sac fly in the bottom of the inning. St. double play of the game, and Bifani’s first safely on an error and Walch flew Al answered quickly with two runs fly ball to left was hauled in for the out to leftfield, he made an urgent and had a bases-loaded situation with Jude’s win. request to Joe DeChiaro as he strutted one out in the fourth as Romash St. Aloysius 213 200 0 8 to the plate. rambled to the plate. Romash sizzled a St. Jude 211 014 x 9

David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times COMPLETING THE DOUBLE PLAY…St. Joseph catcher Tony Perfilio catches the throw home to complete a third-to- first-to-home double play in the fourth inning as St. Anne’s Jack Kennedy speeds toward the plate. St. Joe Veterans Spark Win over St. Anne

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 9 two hits. Daryl Fornutt hammered an In the third, Chupko strutted to the all four veterans score, mostly due to RBI triple and scored once. Joe plate and McEvoy, who was catching Messano’s base-clearing double, but McEvoy (run scored) and Steve at the time, began to direct all of his also five more runs tapped the plate to Abrunzo each singled, and Gerry outfielders to move in. Chupko fooled give the Joeys a 13-2 lead. St. Anne Riepe scored once. them all and thrashed a triple over the responded with Garcia’s two-run The Annies grabbed a 2-0 lead in centerfielder’s head, spurring on his triple in the bottom of the inning. the bottom of the first when Fornutt teammates. The Joeys added two runs Kennedy doubled and scored on smacked his RBI triple and Kennedy in the inning to take a 4-2 lead. Hobble’s RBI single to center in the hopped an RBI single. In the fifth, Talcott, Perfilio, Chupko sixth then in the seventh, Messano Joey Barba drilled a double in the and Ferro all reached base safely. tripled and scored on DeRosa’s sacri- second inning, and when Dave “It’s nice for the bottom of the fice fly to make the score 14-5. Weischadle stepped to the plate, Evans order to set the table,” Talcott said. After Riepe lined out to third in the shouted, “Come on Dave! Bring him Set the table they did! Not only did bottom of the seventh, Straniero and home.” Garcia followed with singles. An in- Weischadle slapped an RBI single field fly caused the second out, and as and Talcott added an RBI groundout Sports Freelancer Wanted Kennedy marched to the plate,” to knot the score. St. Anne tried to get The Westfield Leader/Times Perfilio hollered, “Come on guys! something going in the bottom of the is seeking an individual who Let’s get that third out!” inning. With McLane on first, would be able to cover a few Kennedy walloped a shot in the gap McEvoy approached the plate, only Scotch Plains-Fanwood, in right-center and rounded the bases to see the St. Joe outfield play him Cranford and/or Westfield High for his three-run homer. Veglia and shallow. School football games this fall. Hobble followed with singles, but “Joe! This is embarrassing. Look Photography ability is a “+” Joey third baseman Evans dove on a where they are playing you,” Straniero Individuals please email: ground ball and fired to second for David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times commented. [email protected] the third out. MAKING IT WITH A LITTLE LUCK…St. Aloysius’ Chris Paterek slides towards second base as the ball bounces in front McEvoy chopped a single, but the St. Joseph 022 090 1 14 of St. Jude second baseman Mike Walch in the third inning. Paterek, who had two hits in the game, was safe. Annies failed to score. St. Anne 200 021 3 8

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Tom 50+ PLAYOFFS: CONTINUED FROM PAGE 10 Roselle American Legion 16 6 Pasko and Pete Osborn (each 4-for- LLG/Frenchy’s 8, Contact 6 Liberty Lighting/Frenchy’s 13 9 4), and Rich Traub, Bob Lorincz, Trailing 6-3 in the bottom of the July 27, the Blue became one of 10 Top Line Appliance 11 11 Awning Galore 11 11 Rich Polonitza, Wayne Michaels and sixth, LLG got base hits from Don teams in the United States to vie for the Contact Lens & Vision 7 15 Ray Meigs (3 hits each) led TLC. Miller, Tom MacDermant, and win- national title. By the time that it was all 50+ DIVISION B: Renda 20, Roselle Am/Leg 10 ning pitcher Al Betau (3-for-3), fol- over, the Westfield Blue had amassed TEAM W L Renda pounded 26 hits. Jim lowed by a two-run double by Harry an amazing 17-3 record in tournament Driftwood Bar & Grill I 13 9 Jimenez (5-for-5, 5 RBI), Joe Semple who had previously tripled, play and a 27-6 overall record. Molly Maguire’s 10 12 Massimino (HR), and Tony Williams, and then a three-run homer by Willie August 9, 2002: St. Thomas Driftwood Bar & Grill II 9 13 Sun Tavern 7 15 Frank Pepe and Keith Gibbons (3 hits Jackson for the game winner. Second homered to a 9-6 victory over St. D&K Associates 4 18 each) led Renda. The Legion had baseman Paul Southwick made an Blaise in St. Bart’s Oldtimers Men’s SUPER SENIORS DIVISION A: multi-hit games from John Amato, outstanding over the shoulder catch Softball League action at Brookside TEAM W L Jim McCullough, Gene Antonucci in the first frame. Jerry Archibald, Park. “Tom” boy Bob Stratton Kilkenny House 15 4 and Ed Lubas. Dave Rothenberg and Carmen Mosier smacked a solo home run in the fifth, Creative Industries I 14 4 Top Line 8, LLG/Frenchy’s 5 led CLV offensively. following Mike Rivera’s two-run LEAGUE CHAMPS…The 10U Westfield Blue defeated Westfield White in the TLC 11 6 John Rachko and Bob D’Meo (3 Awnings 14, Top Line 3 homer, and nailed a two-run shot in Central Jersey Baseball League Championship game, 6-5, on July 29 in North SUPER SENIORS DIVISION B: hits each), and Gary Capaldo, Ron John Campanella, Neil Granstrand, the top of the eighth. Plainfield. Westfield Blue finished with an overall record of 23-10. Pictured, left TEAM W L Kulik, Greg Hartnett and Don Brian Granstrand and Bruce Crawford August 9, 2005: Dormant for a to right, are: kneeling; CJ Duffy, Thomas Colicchio, MJ Catanzaro, Jack The Office 11 8 Difilippo, John Humiston, Matt Bartok and Sebastian Ferrero; middle row, Nicolina Pizza 7 10 Montefusco (2 hits apiece) led Top (3 hits each), and Bob Lorincz, Charlie decade, Cepp’s Vets reunited and Tommy McGuire, Charlie Riley, Michael Carlone, Brendan Cox and Matt Creative Industries Too 4 13 Line. For LLG, Willie Jackson tripled. Babela, Frank D’Antico, Tom Pasko claimed supremacy in the Scotch McIntyre; back row, Coaches Ken Riley, Vin Difilippo, Dan Duffy, manager Tony Associated Auto Parts 1 18 Awnings 20, Contact Lens 5 and Bob Rahnenfuhrer (multi-hit Plains Men’s Softball League B Divi- Catanzaro, and John Humiston. The Office 8, Associated 4 Frank D’Antico (4-for-4), Ray games) led Awnings. Greg Harnett (3 sion by popping the springs out of the Joe Mitarotonda rapped three hits. Meigs and Tom Colandro (each 3- hits), and Dave Ball, Ron Kulik, John Sofa Kings, 13-4, in Championship Chip Weiss had a first-inning double. for-3), Bruce Crawford (triple, HR) Rachko and Don Montefusco (2 hits Game 2 at Brookside Park. Cepp’s Westfield Blue 9U Wins Ken Dunbar scattered 14 hits. Associ- and Bob Rahnenfuhrer, Charlie each) led Top Line. Vets bashed 20 hits and were led by ated turned three double plays. Paul Babela and Brian Granstrand (3 hits Sun Tavern 2, D&K 1 Ed Gutierrez and Joe Cunha who Brody and Pat Sarullo had multi-hit each) led Awnings. Neil Granstrand, D&K led 1-0 into the bottom of the each went 4-for-4, including a triple, Clark Invitational Tourney games and Larry Lesnik went 3-for-3. Bob Lorincz and Tom Pasko (triple) sixth then Joe Scarfuto singled, Steve and combined for four RBI. Tony The Westfield Blue 9U baseball team Composto came up with a game-win- Kilkenny House 12, Creative I 5 also had multi-hit games. Lensmen Falco doubled, Joe Hrubash legged Mineo had a triple and three RBI. recently won the Clark Invitational ning two out, bases-loaded hit in the Kilkenny House scored nine runs Kerry Gelb and George Merlo had out an infield hit to load the bases. August 10, 2006: Fielding only Baseball Tournament with an 8-5 vic- top of the sixth inning. in the seventh, highlighted by home multiple hits. Jim Price lofted an RBI sacrifice fly, eight players, the St. Blaisers experi- tory over a Somerset Hills team that Trailing 4-2 in the bottom of the runs from John Wieczerak and Rich Driftwood Bar I 16, D&K 1 and Rich Polonitza doubled in the enced a 13-3 letdown at the bats of the was 26-1 and had won three straight fifth, Somerset Hills manufactured Kovach. Tom Lombardi (3 hits), and Mike DiRienzo and Jeff Villani winning run. Winning pitcher Dennis opportunistic St. Annies at Brookside tournament titles. Westfield Blue com- three runs to take a 5-4 lead. With no Frank Pepe, Karl Grossmann and Pete (both 4-for-4), and Keith McDede (3- Baker received sparkling defense Park. Tom Ulichny scored twice and piled a 7-0 record in the tournament. one on and two outs, Westfield’s next Vanderheyden (2 hits each) led Cre- for-4), along with great pitching from from outfielders Price, Paul Newton whacked a three-run home run to go On their road to the championship, three batters all reached base safely, ative. Tom Siano and four double plays, and Anthony Abbaleo. with his two singles. Steve Pirella Westfield beat the 2011 9U State Cham- loading the bases. Composto ripped a pounded a solo blast and a two-run double and Art Hobble hammered a two-run shot. 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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, August 11, 2011 Page 13 FERNANDO’S CLEANING ESTATE SALE Available to clean houses, 644 Raymond Street, Westfield – Obituaries – offices and apartments. CLASSIFIEDS (off North Chestnut) Continued from Page 6 5 yrs cleaning experience, Friday, 8/12, 9am-3pm own trans. & equipment. DRIVERS CUSTOMER SERVICE Saturday, 8/13, 9am-1pm References available. Cecilia J. Doyle, 69, Was Jaycettes; HoneyBaked Ham in Watchung: Furniture, Rugs, Lamps, Prints, (908) 361-0453 Excellent Wages! Home nightly! Books, Household Items and more. Benefit potential! Safe Equipment! duties include phones, food prep, Member of Notables Singing Group NEIDE HOUSE CLEANING Elizabeth terminal. CDL-A counter work, and some deliveries. WESTFIELD RANCH 339K w/Combo and Hazmat, Doubles, Must be at least 18 years old and Cecilia J. “Ceil” Doyle, 69, of Janice; Thomas and daughter, Chris- If you need someone to clean Smart priced Westfield brick ranch Scotch Plains passed away Monday, tine Tarantino; brother Joseph Triples End, 1 yr T/T exp, have a car for deliveries. Ask for your house, leave it to us. You Kate or Mike at (908) 755-2200 or with potential to add a second August 8, 2011 at Runnells Special- Karasek, and wife, Arlene; and sis- 21 yoa req. EOE-M/F/D/V floor expansion. 3BR 1 Bath with have better things to do. We’re a APPLY: www.yrcw.com/careers apply in person. ized Hospital in Berkeley Heights. ters Diana Paley, and husband, Dr. reliable couple with excellent dinette, full basement, carport. Born in Queens, N.Y., Ceil lived in Jay Paley; and Karen Krenzpuhl; car- references. (862) 307-3481 NURSE AIDE OR CNA CLASSES LEGAL SECRETARY Each level is aprox 1000 sq ft. Manhattan before moving to Scotch ing grandchildren Tyler and Douglas CHILDCARE NEEDED Starting Sept 7 for morning classes Westfield law firm seeks Property is 70x98 sq ft. Short walk Plains in 1969. She was a 1963 gradu- Joseph Doyle and Matthew and to Jefferson School. Email ate of Mary Mount Manhattan Col- Nicholas Tarantino. Nannies - Housekeepers HOME HEALTH AIDE or CHHA experienced part-time legal starting August 15 for evening secretary. Computer skills, [email protected] or lege, Manhattan, N.Y. earning a Bach- Visitation will be at the Rossi Fu- BabyNurses Needed call (908) 403-0854 - 339K elor of Science in Mathematics. She neral Home on Thursday, August 11, Live-in / -out, Full/Part-time Call Humane Concepts at knowledge of MS word and ability was a member of the Fanwood-Scotch from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Solid References Required. (908) 688-8184 or (908) 265-9803 to take dictation using computer FINANCIAL SECURITY-LEARN HOW required. Fax resume to Plains Jaycettes and was a former Funeral services will be held Fri- CALL (732) 972-4090 NEED A BABYSITTER? International marketing nutritional president of the organization. She day, August 12, at 10:30 a.m. at the www.absolutebestcare.com (908) 233-4465 For weekends, evenings or and image company seeks was also a member of the Noteables, Rossi Funeral Home, 1937 Westfield ERRANDS & MORE motivated partners in a business a singing group that visited local nurs- Avenue, Scotch Plains, N.J. A fu- PUBLIC NOTICE traveling. Honest, Loves Children. Have own transportation, Helping Time for Seniors & you own; working it part-time. No ing homes and hospitals in the area. neral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. at BOROUGH OF FANWOOD Disabled, Light Housekeeping, investment required. Exclusive Ceil was an administrative assis- St. Bartholomew the Apostle Roman PLANNING BOARD references & experience. (908) 342-2860 Shopping, Doctors Appointments. training provided. Contact: tant with Proctor & Gamble for 14 Catholic Church in Scotch Plains. Notice is hereby given that the PLAN- Reliable, Excellent references. http:/flecomte.nsedreams.com years before leaving due to illness. In lieu of flowers donations may be NING BOARD OF THE BOROUGH OF FANWOOD, after public hearing on July FREELANCERS WANTED (732) 726-0241 Ceil was predeceased by her daugh- made to the Scotch Plains Rescue 27, 2011, granted approval for a C vari- CLASSIC BABY GRAND PIANO ter, Theresa E. Doyle, in December Squad, P.O. Box 325, Scotch Plains ance to construct a deck 8 feet from the Strong, detail-oriented writers END UNIT-FOR SALE BY OWNER Fischer Baby Grand Piano - built of 1990. She is survived by her be- N.J. 07076. property line and erect a six foot fence in with professional demeanor SCOTCH PLAINS CONDO- in 1946 for sale, excellent condi- loved husband of 47 years, Thomas Letters of remembrance may be the front yard. Property in question is owned needed to cover local by Joseph Dimino, 145 Forest Road, FOR SALE BY OWNER. tion, $3000.00 Location: F. Doyle; loving sons, David, and left at therossifuneralhome.com. Fanwood, New Jersey, being block 17, Lot government meetings. Must Westfield, NJ (201) 638-1854 August, 11, 2011 END UNIT in gated community w/ wife, Anne Marie; Douglas, and wife, 7. meet deadlines, write a lead, pool + tennis. 3 BDRM, 2 ½ BA, Documents pertaining to this applica- and take an active interest in master on main level, HRD floors, 1970 CHEVROLET CHEVELLE tion are available for public inspection at their beats in order to develop Audrey Borchardt, 79, Westfield High Borough Hall during normal business LR w/cathedral ceilings, Lg DR, 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle Big Block hours. news stories. Please email EIK w/ granite tops, 2nd level has SS, red with white stripes, Price Mr. Joseph Dimino resume and clips to: 2 BDRM, Lg WIC, Laundry Room. $5700 use e-mail for pictures. School English Teacher and Realtor 145 Forest Road Audrey Borchardt, 79, passed away English teacher, most recently at Fanwood, New Jersey 07023 [email protected] Low $400s. Contact June Fischer [email protected] on Friday, August 5, at AristaCare at Westfield High School. She had also 1 T - 8/11/11, The Times Fee: $18.36 (732) 381-5050 / (732) 306-8990 (862) 234-0939 Norwood Terrace in Plainfield. Born been employed by Weichert Realtors PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE in Chicago, she was raised in as a sales associate. SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD BOARD OF EDUCATION Princeton, Ill. and resided in Utah, She is survived by her husband, NOTICE OF AWARD Minnesota, and Florida before mov- Donald; her brother, Robert Rayfield; PROFESSIONAL SERVICES ing to Fanwood in 1967. and several nieces and nephews. The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of Education met on May 26, 2011 and awarded Mrs. Borchardt graduated from Private arrangements are by Me- the following contracts for professional services pursuant to 18A:18A.5.a(1). The Knox College in Galesburg, Ill. with morial Funeral Home in Fanwood. resolution of award and the contracts listed below are available for public inspection at a Bachelor of Arts in Speech and To express condolences, or to sign the Office of the Board Secretary located at Evergreen Avenue & Cedar Street from 9:00 Theater and earned her Masters de- the guestbook, visit a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday: gree in Theater from University of www.fanwoodmemorial.com. Name Nature of Award Contract Period Contract Amount August, 11, 2011 Nisivoccia & Co., LLP Auditing Services 7/1/11-6/30/12 $47,000.00 Minnesota. She was employed as an Casper P. Boehm, Jr. Board Attorney 7/1/11-6/30/12 $48,000.00 (not to exceed $120,000) Raymond A. Cassetta Negotiating Services 7/1/11-6/30/12 $30,750.00 Ruth M. Hadley, 97, Kent Place Teacher; Barre and Company Treasurer of School Funds 7/1/11-6/30/12 $8,320.00 Anthony Del Sordi Business Administrator/Board Secretary Westfield Resident for 33 Years 1 T - 8/11/11, The Times Fee: $32.64 Longtime Westfield resident Ruth Lydia, of New Hope, Va. She also PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE 2 Herbert Road, Scotch Plains $899,000 M. Hadley passed away in Annapo- leaves five grandchildren and seven Completely renovated with absolute quality and every amenity – this center hall lis, Md. on Sunday, July 31, at age 97. great-grandchildren. SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD BOARD OF EDUCATION Colonial provides an open floor plan with a stunning kitchen with professional grade NOTICE OF AWARD The daughter of James A. and A graveside service will be held at PROFESSIONAL SERVICES appliances, separate refrigerator and freezer, farm sink – adjoining breakfast room, Myrtle S. Mac Art, she was born in Fairview Cemetery at the family’s mud room and family room – first floor office as well! The basement has been Scranton, Pa. in February 1914. Her convenience. Memorial gifts may be The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of Education awarded the following contracts for thoughtfully finished to include a bedroom, full bath, snack kitchen, crafts room and professional services pursuant to 18A:18A.5.a(1). The resolution of award and the recreation room – the four bedrooms are large and all of the 3 ½ baths are renovated family moved from northeast Penn- made to the Amyotrophic Lateral contracts listed below are available for public inspection at the Office of the Board sylvania to East Orange, N.J. She Sclerosis Association at ALS Asso- Secretary located at Evergreen Avenue & Cedar Street from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., – New windows, roof, siding, electric add to the attractiveness of this home. This Monday through Friday: lovely home sits on an acre of land and is very convenient to Coles Elementary and went on to graduate from the Colum- ciation, 27001 Agoura Road no. 250, Terrill Middle schools. Move right in! bia University Teachers College. She Calabasas Hills, Calif. 91301, or Name Nature of Award Contract Period Contract Amount taught in the East Orange school sys- online at als.org, the American Can- Potter Architects Architectural Services 7/1/11-6/30/12 Per Project Fraytak Veisz OPEN HOUSE: Sunday, 8/14 •1-4PM tem and at Kent Place School in Sum- cer Society at P.O. Box 22718, Okla- Hopkins Duthie PC Architectural Services 7/1/11-6/30/12 Per Project mit. homa City, Okla. 73123-1718 Energy for America Energy Services 7/1/11-6/30/12 $6,800 per month In 1937, she married Preston H. (acs.org), or to a charity of one’s Anthony Del Sordi Hadley, Jr. They lived in Westfield choice. Business Administrator/Board Secretary for 33 years, both on Harding Street August, 11, 2011 1 T - 8/11/11, The Times Fee: $31.62 and Fairmont Avenue, and later moved to Crofton, Md. Mr. Hadley passed away in 1981 after a marriage of 43 years. She was also predeceased by a daughter, Jane H. Lewis, wife of I. H. PrudentialNewJersey.com Lewis, Jr. of Waukesha, Wis.; a son, John C. Hadley, husband of Sharon blog 36 Sunnywood Drive, Westfield $699,000 Hadley of Pittsburgh, Pa., and by a Sitting on high up on the curve in the circle, this Brightwood Colonial Cape is a delightful grandson, Preston C. Hadley, hus- surprise – Gracious large rooms, arched doorways, detailed moldings, hardwood floors, band of Paula Hadley of Raleigh, two stunning fireplaces, built-in cabinetry – The eat in kitchen and lovely family room N.C. OPEN HOUSE • SUNDAY, AUG. 14 • 1 - 4 PM open to a secluded courtyard patio and continues to the private lane . The basement She is survived by two children: a boasts a recreation room, wine cellar and tasting room. There are four large bedrooms daughter, Priscilla, wife of Bruce W. and two full baths. Walk to Gregory’s Pond and the Brightwood Reserve and convenient Price of Dover, Del., as well as a son, to Franklin Elementary and Roosevelt Middle Schools. Dir: Clark Street to Woodmere, Preston H. Hadley 3rd, and wife, bear left onto Sunnywood and continue to the right - on right. Terrill Road Baptist OPEN HOUSE: Sunday, 8/14 •1-4PM Posts Family Nights SCOTCH PLAINS – The Terrill Road Baptist Church has announced plans for its second annual “Family Fun Nights,” in August, September and October. All are welcome to at- LINDEN $260,000 CRANFORD $429,000 tend these free events. 217 Birchwood Road Charming Colonial with great detail. “Family Fun Nights” will begin on Charming 4 BR Cape with 1.1 Baths, extra large EIK, New Gourmet EIK kitchen, Wednesday, August 17, with “Picnic & Den/Family Room off Kitchen. 3 BR and 2 Baths. Palooza” from 6 to 8:30 p.m. That www.217BirchwoodRd.com • MLS#2863846 www.15BalmierePkwy.com • MLS# 2855899 1121 Wychwood Road, Westfield $779,000 evening will include food, games and Lovely Wychwood ranch in prime Westfield location - this home has been completely fun, with pie-eating contests, face renovated with the highest quality providing an easy to live in, open floor plan - a stunning painting, three-legged races, Star 99.1 kitchen with a professional grade Italian stove adjoins the open living room and dining DJ George Flores, giveaways and room with classic crown moldings, walnut stained hardwood floors, wood burning fireplace plenty of surprises. Dinner and des- and lovely French doors to the slate patio beyond. Three first floor bedrooms ensure sert will be served. Admission will be comfortable living. The lower level has been completely remodeled to provide a guest free. To make reservations, call the room, full bathroom, office, laundry and recreation room. Side entrance accesses the mud church office at (908) 322-7151. room and powder room. There is enormous growth potential in the attic area with its dormers and high ceilings - providing easy expansion options for more bedrooms, baths Two other Family Fun Night events and living space as needed. New windows, furnace, air conditioning, hot water heater, are being planned for this fall at the electric, plumbing, and exterior landscaping allow you to move right in with confidence! church. “Movie Under the Stars Dir: Woodland Ave to Wychwood Road (golf course side) on left. Night” will be held on Saturday, Sep- tember 24, and “Fall Fest” will take OPEN HOUSE: Sunday, 8/14 •1-4PM place on Saturday, October 29. Terrill Road Baptist Church is lo- SCOTCH PLAINS $839,000 FANWOOD $519,500 cated at 1340 Terrill Road in Scotch Stunning Classic Center Entry Colonial with 5 BR, Grand Colonial with 5BR, 3.1 Baths, a renovated kitchen, & a Plains. The Reverend William Page & 3.1 Baths. A PLATINUM LISTING! 3-season sun porch that leads to a private yard and patio. is pastor. www.19Shirewood.com • MLS#2860209 www.112vintoncir.com • MLS# 2802619 See it all on the Web! OPEN HOUSE • SUNDAY, AUG. 14 • 1 - 4 PM www.goleader.com Edison High School Class of 1961 & 1962 445 Mountain Avenue, Westfield $699,000

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PUBLICATION WF Student Wins NJ Award For Anti-Smoking Poster WESTFIELD - Meghan Johnson, US Representative Leonard Lance, an incoming fifth grader at Franklin with whom she shared her thoughts Elementary School, was named the on the dangers of smoking. winner of the 2011 New Jersey Tar The negative effects of smoking Wars tobacco education poster con- were emphasized during Meghan’s test. Her “Blowing Notes, Not fourth grade health classes at Smoke” poster features a saxophone Franklin School, where school player drawn by Meghan and in- nurse, Robin Ince, includes the “Tar spired by her love of music. Wars” tobacco-free program in the Three New Jersey finalists were curriculum annually, and recently chosen in Trenton, where Meghan received a “Star Award” for indi- won and earned a trip to Washing- vidual service from the organiza- ton, D.C. to compete in the national tion. finals. She visited Washington, D.C. This is Franklin School’s tenth this month in her role as the state year participating in the interna- BIG ACHIEVEMENT…Students from Holy Trinity Interparochial School in winner of the contest, and met with tionally-implemented program, Westfield attending the 47th annual Higher Achievement Program at Saint United States Senators Frank which is administered by the Ameri- Peter’s Prep in Jersey City this summer. Pictured, left to right, are Christopher SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS…Jane McCready of Westfield and Courtney Lautenberg and Bob Menendez and can Academy of Family Physicians. Maloney, son of Kathy and Brian Maloney of Fanwood, David Corrao, son of Auchter of Berkeley Heights have each been awarded a Franklin and Elsie Nelson Nancy and Mike Corrao of Fanwood, and Billy Fitzpatrick, son of Trish and Bill Scholarship of Faith Lutheran Church. Pictured, left to right, are: Rev. James Fitzpatrick of Westfield. Krombolz, pastor of Faith Lutheran; Darryl Novak, Trustee of the Franklin and Elsie Nelson Scholarship Fund, Jane McCready, Courtney Auchter, Rev. Dr. Murdoch MacPherson, pastor of Faith Lutheran. Students Attend Summer Prep Program WESTFIELD - Three rising 8th on July 29 at Saint Aedan’s Church in graders from Holy Trinity Jersey City. McCready and Auchter Interparochial School in Westfield The five-week program combines attending the 47th annual Higher academics and athletics and is spon- Denison University Achievement Program (HAP) at Saint sored by the Jesuit Community and Awarded Scholarships Peter’s Prep in Jersey City this sum- the Division of Community Devel- NEW PROVIDENCE - Jane Mrs. McCready co-chaired the Announces Scholarships mer. The HAP graduation was held opment in Jersey City, among others. McCready of Westfield and Courtney Youth and Family Ministry Team, GRANVILLE, OH – The follow- Auchter of Berkeley Heights have coordinated the Confirmation pro- ing local students have been awarded each been awarded a Franklin and gram and been a member of the Wor- scholarships at Denison University. WHS Announces Senior Fine Elsie Nelson Scholarship of Faith ship and Music Committee. She or- They include: Lutheran Church in New Providence ganized and led Faith Lutheran’s McManus Dolan of Westfield, a Arts Award Recipients for the academic year, 2011-2012. AIDS ministry at Broadway House member of the class of 2015, re- Mrs. McCready will be entering her for Continuing Care in Newark. ceived a Denison Alumni Scholar- WESTFIELD - On May 25, - Alexis Murphy; WHS PTSO Crafts second year of a four-year program of Broadway House is the only special- ship. Westfield High School held the Se- Award - Jennifer DiGiorgio; WHS study at The Lutheran Theological ized care facility in New Jersey for Diana Mason of Westfield, a mem- nior Fine Arts Recognition Awards PTSO Drama Award - Colleen Seminary in Philadelphia to become a persons living with AIDS/HIV. It is ber of the class of 2015, received a night with a welcome to recipients McCabe; WHS PTSO Fine Arts pastor of Word and Sacrament of the the residence of approximately sev- Denison Alumni Scholarship. BLOWING NOTES…United States and their families from Dr. Linda Award - Ming (Michelle) Chen; WHS Evangelical Lutheran Church of enty-five persons. Senators Frank Lautenberg congratu- The Denison Alumni Scholarship lates Meghan Johnson, an incoming King, Supervisor of Fine Arts, Awards PTSO Orchestra Award - Edward America. As part of the program of her Ms. Auchter was a peer leader of approximates one-quarter to one-third fifth grader at Franklin Elementary were given to the recipients by mem- Han; WHS PTSO Choral Award - first year, Mrs. McCready served as a the high school program at Faith of tuition and is based on academic School, on being named the winner of bers of the fine arts faculty. Sarah Morasso; John Philip Sousa Vicar at Faith Lutheran in addition to Lutheran. She was a member of the achievement, leadership and personal the 2011 New Jersey Tar Wars tobacco Award recipients are as follows: Award - Brianna Hurtt; Westfield Art undertaking full-time academic work Youth and Family Ministry Team and merit. education poster contest. Charles Addams Memorial Art Fund Association Award - Brittany at the Seminary. worked at the ARC Group Home in Award - Charli Herrington; Goncalves; Westfield High School Ms. Auchter will be entering her New Providence and St. John’s Soup See it all on the web in color . . . Madeleine Wild-Bristol Fund Award Technical Theater Award - Tzvetelina senior year at Susquehanna Univer- Kitchen in Newark. She taught at the - Catalina Gaglioti; Concert Choir/ Gameva. sity in Selinsgrove, Pa. Throughout school of Faith’s Appalachian Minis- www.goleader.com Choir Officers Awards - Taylor Ander- her college career, she has achieved a try in Cosby, TN and at Faith’s Church PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE son, Jane Braun, Peter Carrno, Philip Grade Point Average that has exceeded Vacation School. Mierswa, Olivia Ryan; Director’s BOROUGH OF FANWOOD name of the work on the outside, ad- 3.7 out of 4.0. She has participated in The Franklin and Elsie Nelson NOTICE TO BIDDERS dressed to the Purchasing Agent of the Awards for Band - Hoonbyung Chae, numerous extra-curricular activities, Scholarship program was established Borough of Fanwood and must be accom- Robert Steinfeld, Deborah Wu; often in leadership positions. seventeen years ago by Franklin Notice is hereby given that sealed pro- panied by a Statement of Consent of Surety Director’s Award for Drama - Peter posals will be received by the Borough of from a surety company holding a Certifi- Both women have been active Nelson, a long-time member of Faith. Fanwood, Union County, New Jersey for cate of Authorization to do business in the Surace; Director’s Awards for Or- members of Faith Lutheran for many The scholarship is given to a member the CNJ Caboose Restoration – Contract State of New Jersey and a bid guaranty for chestra - Chloe Baron, Isabelle years. Each has served as an assistant of the church who is pursuing a degree 2, including all work incidental thereto, and not less than ten percent (10%) of the Weisman; Drama Achievement minister at the Sunday liturgical ser- at a Lutheran college or university. such bids shall be opened and read in amount bid except that the bid guarantee Award - Adam Ziering; Drama Assis- public at the Borough Hall, 75 North Martine need not exceed $20,000.00. vices, been on the Church Council, Faith Lutheran is located at 524 Avenue, Fanwood New Jersey on Thurs- The award of the Contract for this work tant Technical Direction - Jill led and participated in numerous South Street in New Providence. For day, September 1, 2011 at 10:00 AM pre- will not be made until the necessary funds Salisbury; Lougod Memorial Art ministries of Faith and sung in the information call (908) 464-5177 or vailing time. After proposals have been have been provided by the Borough of Scholarship Award - Daniel Tivenan; church choirs, frequently as soloists. visit www.famfaith.org. opened, they will be reviewed and exam- Fanwood in a lawful manner. This project Rachel Mather Sullivan Fund Awards ined by Fanwood or its representatives, is funded in part by a Federal Aid grant the results will be made public, but until the through The New Jersey Department of - Meghan Jenkins, Cheryl Wu; Jean actual award and execution of a contract, Transportation and all contract award and Mcdermott Scholarship - Garrett Fanwood reserves the right to reject all related matters are subject to their condi- Verdone; Jerome S. Morrow March- Carlie Fasano proposals. tions and approvals. ing Band Award - John Lizzo; ACHIEVE The Borough of Fanwood is undertaking The Borough and Engineer reserves the to restore and preserve a Central Railroad right to require a complete financial and Woman’s Club of Westfield Louie Fasano Graduates from of New Jersey caboose. This caboose, experience statement from prospective Armstrong Award - Robert Steinfeld; originally assembled in 1942, is currently Jewish Cultural School SUCCESS! bidders showing that they have satisfacto- Marching Band Eyes With Pride situated at the Borough’s Recycling Cen- rily completed work of the nature required Awards - Rebecca Jackson, Evan WEST ORANGE - Carlie Fasano ter. CONTRACT 2 involves the restoration before furnishing proposal forms or speci- and painting of the caboose (exterior, inte- fications, or before awarding the contract. Korunow; Marching Band Senior of Westfield, daughter of Susan and
  rior, underframe and truck assemblies, The right is also reserved to reject any or Drum Major Award - Jane Braun; Keith Fasano was among the 10 stu- SAT including health and safety) as more spe- all bids or to waive any informality where Mid-Day Musicale’s Award - Edward dents who recently graduated from cifically described in the specifications. such informality is not detrimental to the Han; National School Orchestra the Jewish Cultural School and Soci- Complete sets of the bid documents for best interest of the Borough of Fanwood. ety (JCSS). This 50th annual gradua-    the proposed work are on file in the Office All bids shall remain open for sixty (60) Awards - Edward Han, David of the Borough Purchasing Agent at days after the date of the opening of bids Osterman; WHS PTSO Band Award tion, led by Principal Paula Borenstein Fanwood’s Municipal Building, 75 North except as provided in the Instructions to of Elizabeth, had a combination Martine Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey, Bidders. Bidders are required to comply graduation/B’nai Mitzvah program Seats Still Available for and may be examined Monday through with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 Thursday between the hours of 7:30 AM et seq. (P.L. 1975, C.127). The bidders that included readings from research ACT & SAT and 3 PM, and Fridays from 7:30 AM until shall comply with P.L. 1999, C.238. the papers, reflections on various topics 11:00 AM, except Saturdays, Sundays Public Works Contractor Registration Act, and discussion of several class and holidays. Copies may be obtained by as amended by P.L. 2003, C.91 (N.J.S.A. mitzvah projects. August Boot Camps prospective bidders upon application to 34:11-56.48.et.seq.). Savannah College the Purchasing Agent and payment of a Bidders are required to comply with the The students were from a radius of Contact us Today! non-refundable fee of $50.00 current requirements of P.L. 1975, c.127 Announces Grads towns around the JCSS in West Or- Contract Documents for the proposed (Affirmative Action) and P.L. 1977, c.33 SAVANNAH, Ga. - The following ange, where JCSS rents space to run work are also on file at the office of T&M (Disclosure of Ownership). Sunday morning classes for students Experienced Teachers with K-12 Tutoring Available, Associates, Fanwood Borough Engineers, The successful bidder shall be required local residents recently graduated 1373 Broad Street, Suite 306, Clifton New to comply with the provisions of the New from the Savannah College of Art (grades 2-8) in history, literature, Master’s Degrees Private & Semi-Private Jersey 07013, and may be inspected by Jersey Prevailing Wage Act, Chapter 150 and Design. current events, modern Hebrew, and prospective bidders during business hours of the Laws of 1963, effective January 1, Danielle Getting of Cranford, cultural arts. Carlie’s graduation pa- Diagnostic Tools and Academic (Monday through Friday 8AM until 5 PM, 1964. per was on “My Three Favorite Jew- except holidays). BY ORDER OF THE BOROUGH OF earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts de- Support for all grade levels Proposals must be made on the Stan- FANWOOD gree in Graphic Design. ish Holidays” (Rosh Hashanah, Yom dard Proposal Forms in a manner desig- PAT HOYNES, Bennett Scorcia of Westfield, Kippur, and Chanukah). nated in the contract documents, must be PURCHASING AGENT The class mitzvah projects included enclosed in sealed envelope bearing the earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts de- Best Teachers + Best Strategies = 3 T - 8/11, 8/18 gree in Architecture. working at Grace Van Vorst name and address of the bidder and the & 8/25/11, The Times Fee: $267.75 Episcopal’s soup kitchen, the Sage PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Eldercare Meals-On-Wheels, the BEST RESULTS. PUBLIC NOTICE Community Food Bank of NJ, and BOROUGH OF FANWOOD name of the work on the outside, ad- WESTFIELD FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC NOTICE TO BIDDERS dressed to the Purchasing Agent of the the Bergen Family Center.     Westfield Family Chiropractic located at Borough of Fanwood and must be accom- 141 South Avenue, Suite #6 in Fanwood, Notice is hereby given that sealed pro- panied by a Statement of Consent of Surety PUBLIC NOTICE New Jersey is ceasing its operation on posals will be received by the Borough of from a surety company holding a Certifi- TOWN OF WESTFIELD 973.564.5220 August 16, 2011. Fanwood, Union County, New Jersey for cate of Authorization to do business in the BOARD OF EDUCATION For all patients who wish to obtain their the CNJ Caboose Site Preparation – Con- State of New Jersey (*AND LISTED IN    !"! patient records, contact Dr. Shefali Patel- tract 3, including all work incidental thereto, TREASURY DEPARTMENT CIRCULAR RENEWABLE ENERGY PROGRAM Jobanputra at 609-540-2224 or email her and such bids shall be opened and read in 570)and a bid guaranty for not less than REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS 908.647.9320 at [email protected]. public at the Borough Hall, 75 North Martine ten percent (10%) of the amount bid ex- For a Developer of Photovoltaic Sys- www.chytennj.com 3 T - 8/11/11, 9/8/11 Avenue, Fanwood New Jersey on Thurs- cept that the bid guarantee need not ex- tems with Respect to Certain Westfield & 10/13/11, The Leader Fee: $32.13 day, September 1, 2011 at 10:15 AM pre- ceed $20,000.00. Board of Education Facilities in the Town- vailing time. After proposals have been The award of the Contract for this work ship of Westfield, New Jersey opened, they will be reviewed and exam- will not be made until the necessary funds Dated June 29, 2011. ined by Fanwood or its representatives, have been provided by the Borough of the results will be made public, but until the Fanwood in a lawful manner. This project ADDENDUM NO. 3 Start a actual award and execution of a contract, is funded in part by a Federal Aid grant ISSUED AUGUST 9, 2011 Fanwood reserves the right to reject all through The New Jersey of Transporta- The Westfield Board of Education proposals. tion and all contract award and related (“Westfield BOE”) has issued Addendum Great The Borough of Fanwood is undertaking matters are subject to their conditions and No. 3 to the above-referenced Request for to set a restored Central Railroad of New approvals. Proposals. Addendum No. 3 is posted on Jersey caboose. This caboose, originally The Administrator and Engineer reserve the Westfield BOE’s website at http:// Education assembled in 1942, is currently situated at the right to require a complete financial and www.westfieldnjk12.org/. the Borough’s Recycling Center. CON- experience statement from prospective bid- This Addendum No. 3 is issued by order TRACT 2 involves the restoration and ders showing that they have satisfactorily of Vincent Yaniro, Interim Business Ad- close to painting of the caboose and this CON- completed work of the nature required be- ministrator/Board Secretary, Westfield TRACT 3 will include the preparation of fore furnishing proposal forms or specifica- Board of Education. the site where the caboose is to be set as tions, or before awarding the contract. 1 T - 8/11/11, The Leader Fee: $19.89 home its final location at the Fanwood Commu- The right is also reserved to reject any or PUBLIC NOTICE nity House, 230 North Avenue, Fanwood, all bids or to waive any informality where New Jersey. such informality is not detrimental to the BOROUGH OF FANWOOD at Complete sets of the bid documents for best interest of the Borough of Fanwood. PLANNING BOARD the proposed work are on file in the Office All bids shall remain open for sixty (60) Notice is hereby given that the PLAN- of the Borough Purchasing Agent at days after the date of the opening of bids NING BOARD OF THE BOROUGH OF Union Fanwood’s Municipal Building, 75 North except as provided in the Instructions to FANWOOD, after public hearing on July Martine Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey, Bidders. Bidders are required to comply 27, 2011, granted approval for the exci- and may be examined Monday through with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 sion of a condition to construct bump-outs, County Thursday between the hours of 7:30 AM et seq. (P.L. 1975, C.127). The bidders in the previously granted amended pre- and 3 PM and Fridays from 7:30 AM until shall comply with P.L. 1999, C.238. the liminary and final site plan approval. Prop- 11:00 AM, except Saturdays, Sundays Public Works Contractor Registration Act, erty in question is owned by Partners Profit College. and holidays. Copies may be obtained by as amended by P.L. 2003, C.91 (N.J.S.A. Fanwood Group, LLC/Messercola Bros. prospective bidders upon application to 34:11-56.48.et.seq.). Building Company, Inc. at 300 South Av- the Purchasing Agent and payment of a Bidders are required to comply with the enue, Fanwood, New Jersey, being known non-refundable fee of $50.00 current requirements of P.L. 1975, c.127 Every year Union transfers as Block 91, Lot 1,01. Contract Documents for the proposed (Affirmative Action) and P.L. 1977, c.33 Documents pertaining to this applica- work are also on file at the office of T&M (Disclosure of Ownership). credits to 100’s of great tion are available for public inspection at Associates, Fanwood Borough Engineers, The successful bidder shall be required Borough Hall during normal business 1373 Broad Street, Suite 306, Clifton New to comply with the provisions of the New colleges and universities. hours. Jersey 07013, and may be inspected by Jersey Prevailing Wage Act, Chapter 150 Richard M. Cohen Esq. prospective bidders during business hours of the Laws of 1963, effective January 1, Schiller & Pittenger Call Ricky today: (Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM until 1964. 1771 Front Street 5:00 PM, except holidays). 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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, August 11, 2011 Page 15 Union County Teen Arts Choral Art Society Celebrates Exhibit at NJ Blood Center Golden Anniversary SCOTCH PLAINS– The Union in March at Union County College in WESTFIELD - The Choral Art Broad Street. Rehearsals are held in County Board of Chosen Freehold- Cranford. The annual event is admin- Society of New Jersey is celebrating the church’s choir room. The entrance ers is pleased to announce that the istered by the Office of Cultural and its 50th year as an organization dedi- is on Mountain Avenue. For further 2011 Teen Arts Traveling Exhibit is Heritage Affairs in the Union County cated to learning and singing great information, please visit our web site on display at the New Jersey Blood Department of Parks and Commu- choral music. at www.casofnj.org or call (908) 654- Center, located at 2279 South Av- nity Renewal. During this Golden Anniversary 5737. enue in Scotch Plains. The art work is For information about the Teen Arts year it will be performing Felix With members from Union, on display through September 2 dur- program, contact the Union County Mendelssohn’s Oratorio, Paulus (St. Somerset, Bergen, Hudson and ing regular office hours. Office of Cultural and Heritage Af- Paul), Op. 36. This is a magnificent Middlesex counties, The Choral Art The exhibit consists of 53 pieces of fairs at 633 Pearl Street, Elizabeth composition, which was first per- Society is a non-profit community art selected from more than 700 vi- 07202; telephone (908) 558-2550. formed in Dusseldorf, Germany, on chorus dedicated to the study and sual art works shown at the 2011 NJ Relay service users should call May 22, 1836. the society will be performance of great choral works. Union County Teen Arts Festival held 711 or email [email protected]. performing it on Saturday, January It originated in September, 1962, as 21, 2012, at 8 p.m. at The Presbyte- The Suburban Symphony Chorus rian Church in Westfield. under the direction of Peter Sozio. Those interested in joining us in In September, 1963, Evelyn performing this wonderful master- Bleeke became the director and in piece are invited to come to the first 1964 the chorus formed an indepen- rehearsal on Tuesday, September 6, dent organization under its present at 7:30 p.m. for registration and to name. Mrs. Bleeke served the orga- purchase music. nization as director for 32 seasons, Rehearsals are held weekly on followed by Thomas Booth and RIDE ON...Autism Family Times with Brianna recently concluded a successful Tuesdays from 8 to 10 p.m., Septem- Kathleen Healy-Wedsworth, for two summer family horseback and pony riding program at the Lord Stirling Stables, ber through May, at The Presbyterian seasons each. James S. Little is start- bringing enjoyment to families with special needs children. Pictured, Westfield Church in Westfield, located at the ing his twelfth season as musical resident and Program Director Holly Monteverde and her husband, Matt, who corner of Mountain Avenue and East director. helped to make the program a success. August 5 Marked the End Autism Family Times Concludes Riding Program Of Solar Summer FANWOOD - Autism Family Mentors all of Union County: Alex AREA – AccuWeather.com re- of summer as the extreme heat and Times with Brianna recently con- Kapadia, Joe DelPrete, Magan ports for those ready for a shift to drought is forecast to continue into cluded a successful summer family Mauro, Kayla Giordanella, Amanda cooler temperatures, fall foliage September. horseback and pony riding program Rein, Alyssa Provenzano, Emily and and those breezy fall afternoons, If you want to escape the heat, at the Lord Stirling Stables. This Rachel Holtzman, Sara Stanton, there is some good news on the head for the northern part of the program would not have been pos- Gillian Clark, Lauren McCue, horizon. August 5 marked the end nation. AccuWeather.com meteo- sible without the following caring, Chloe Rothenberg, Tovah of solar summer in the Northern rologists believe that in this re- compassionate individuals that Segelman, Kelly Green, Janet Hemisphere. This means that it is gion, extreme heat may be over for dedicated their Sunday afternoons Green, Terry Heide, Katelyn Kelly, the end of the quarter of the year this summer. Even though the end in challenging weather conditions Julia Ceasrine, Rohit Saigal, Jess with the greatest amount of sun- of meteorological summer is not bringing enjoyment to our families Winthrow, Kelsey Stottlemyer, light. all that far away, there are still with special needs children. Disha Rao, Morgan Martinson, Earl Solar summer centers on June plenty of days left for summer Our organization would like to Velarde, Clara Min, and Debi Atzbi Moderne Academie of Fine Arts Dance Team 21, which is the summer solstice vacations, outdoor activities, and sincerely thank Westfield resident and Emily Boruch. for the Northern Hemisphere. Even pleasant weather. Program Director Holly The program resumes on Sep- Dance Team Earns Top Awards with the end of solar summer, Ocean temperatures are typi- Monteverde, and husband Matt, tember 4, with select fall dates. Visit SCOTCH PLAINS - Students lyrical, jazz, and contemporary cat- Mother Nature doesn’t seem to cally at their warmest in the first Volunteer Coordinator Danielle www.autismfamilytimes.org for from the Moderne Academie of Fine egories. want to give up on the extreme heat part of September. If all of this Giordanella and our wonderful Peer more information. Arts in Scotch Plains earned gold The Moderne Academie Of Fine of meteorological summer. Meteo- winter and lack of sunlight talk and platinum awards for their per- Arts is located at 1820 East Second rological summer typically lasts has you down, don’t worry just formances at the Showstoppers Na- Street in Scotch Plains. The compe- through early September and is the yet. Solar winter, or the quarter of tional Dance Competition in Myrtle tition team is open to students ages warmest quarter of the year. Resi- the year with the least amount of UC Program Gives Teens Beach, South Carolina. 14 and up. dents of the Southern Plains will sunlight, doesn’t begin until around The students trained all year, plac- For information about the fall continue to experience the wrath November 5. Valuable Work Experience ing in regional competitions in order classes that start the week of Sep- to earn their spot at the national tember 12 call (908) 322-4249 or UNION COUNTY – Each year, County community organizations. level. The team competed in ballet, visit www.moderneacademie.com. the Union County Department of The youths are employed in fields Human Services places dozens of such as clerical support, landscap- POPCORN™ teenagers in summer jobs through ers, childcare assistants, and junior the Youth Employment and Train- counselors. Clark is a unique com- Blast from the Past “Cowboys and Aliens” ing Program. The program com- ponent of the program, which serves bines a summer work experience youths with special needs. The following article is reprinted from the with year-round career and life skills The Youth Employment and August 16, 2001 edition of The Westfield Leader and The Times Way Out West training. This summer, 143 youths Training Program is funded under 2 and ½ popcorns have enrolled. the federal Workforce Investment “The young people in this pro- Act. Has Reality Television One Popcorn, Poor • Two Popcorns, Fair • Three Popcorns, Good • Four Popcorns, Excellent gram are going the extra mile to Parents interested learning more By MICHAEL S. GOLDBERGER Things move slower than is comfort- enter the workforce with good skills, about the Youth Employment and Film Critic able, and the bevy of antagonisms references, and an employment his- Training Program can call Jeffrey Worn Out Its Welcome? Ever since we were little, my best that may or may not be resolved tory,” said Union County Freeholder Jackson, Youth Coordinator, Union friend Bob has loved films where doesn’t integrate in a manner neces- Chairman Deborah Scanlon. “This County Department of Human Ser- By IAN FEDERGREEN Wednesday, all I needed was a good worlds collided…especially those sary to command our full attention. is a key program that helps young vices at (908) 527-4864, or visit the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times dose of trashy nonsense.” sword and sandal epics intermeshed Also disappointing, in the same way adults grow into responsible mem- County’s One Stop Career Center WESTFIELD — Reality television Of course this genre has a few with dinosaurs and a healthy pepper- that the Spielberg-produced “Super bers of our communities.” located at 921 Elizabeth Avenue, is hotter than the Australian Outback, detractors. Some people were quick ing of mythical monsters. So I figure 8” (2011) was, are the invading aliens. Almost all of the participants are 4th Floor, Elizabeth, NJ. while the wholesome television good- to point out that reality television is I’ll call and tell him that he’ll prob- Enough already with these gloppy, entering their junior or senior year ness of yesteryear sinks faster than neither realistic, nor particularly good ably like director Jon Favreau’s simi- pterodactyl-like creatures with bad of high school. The program also the acting career of “Survivor 2” alum television. larly anachronistic “Cowboys and teeth and bloodshot eyes. Recalling accommodates teenagers that are Jerri Manthey. “Reality is enough for me, without Aliens.” some unkempt H.S. math teachers I recent high school graduates, drop- Save the Date Are we expanding the boundaries having to watch fake reality on TV,” Of course I’ll preface that it’s no had, they lack originality. Granted, outs, and college students pursuing of television, or crossing the bounds said Donna, who works in sales. “It’s great shakes...that I’m only giving it they lend themselves in design to the a degree. Participants must meet The Paul Jackson of good taste? How far is too far? Is it all contrived. There’s nothing real a 2 and ½. All the same, there’s plenty plastic figurines dished out with the income eligibility criteria estab- 5K — October 9 eating rats on “Survivor,” being cov- about it.” of action thanks to a story full of good junk food marketed to our kids. But lished under the Workforce Invest- ered in rats on “Fear Factor,” or hav- Jim Tressitt, a retired production ideas, albeit never written to its best hey, how about some variety in our ment Act of 1998. WESTFIELD - The Paul Jack- ing an affair with a rat on “Tempta- manager, said, “I don’t want to see a advantage by no less than eight monsters? Each participant earns $7.25-per- son Fund in celebrating its 2nd tion Island?” bunch of fools messing around on scribes. More importantly, however, In any case, this brings us to the hour for their summer job. During annual 5K/2 mile wheelchair When will America raise its col- television. Half the time it’s acting — there is that hypothetical synergism point in the review where the critic the school year they take part in a friendly walk/kids fun run. Fea- lective voice and shout out from the they know they’re on TV. People get and those fanciful battle match-ups must make a value judgment: Re- program called Career Exposure Ac- turing a USATF certified course, mountain tops, “Reality TV, you are wrapped up in it, and it’s ridiculous.” that come of mixing eras. spect the material by divulging little tivities, which focuses on occupa- post race snacks, kids activities, the weakest link, good-bye!” Appar- Ridiculous, maybe. But networks Yet, for all the talk of incongruity, more of the plot, or just shamelessly tional skills, leadership, study skills, DJ, and prizes. Fun for the whole ently, no time soon. are banking on the popularity of real- the movie calls attention to a conceit give it all away. Well, this one perches mentoring, and financial literacy. family. “Survivor,” which kicked off the ity television as this season will wit- we humans generally harbor when it right on the border, its status aug- This year’s Youth Employment For registration and details of latest reality trend, averaged 29.1 ness the birth of CBS’s “The Amaz- comes to alien visitation. With rela- mented by some amusing character- and Training Program service pro- the event visit us at million weekly viewers for its second ing Race,” NBC’s “Lost,” and Fox’s tively few exceptions, the extrater- izations and a bold attempt to inte- viders are the Clark Board of Edu- www.pauljacksonfund.org. installment. “Love Cruise,” among others. restrials always seem to come during grate the traditionally immiscible. cation, the Plainfield Board of Edu- The Paul Jackson Fund, lo- “It’s not trashy like the other ones But student Andrew Osborn cau- our time. It’s as if they specifically Mr. Craig is decently effective as cation, Rahway Community Action cated in Westfield, is a charity of are,” said Andrew Osbourn, who will tioned, “The new ones don’t seem chose us to engage, invade, displace, the enigmatic antihero whose iden- Organization, Inc., and the Urban last resort for those finding them- attend Richard Stockton College in that real, and are not based as much in enslave or even perhaps eat. Here the tity and value will most likely be League of Union County, Inc. The selves in financial crisis due to the fall. “They’re out there compet- reality as the other ones. They’re more notion is dispelled. decided by how things play out with service providers have worksite long-term illness or disability. ing against each other, but also as a far-fetched every time a new one It’s 1875 this go-round, somewhere the varmints from outer space. And agreements with various Union team, so it has more depth.” comes out.” in New Mexico cattle and mining Harrison Ford, not quite ready to E. Knudsen, a retired office man- So here is the word on the street: country. And, in the best horse opera relinquish his leading man domi- ager, said, “It was amazing how they Reality television is still hugely popu- tradition, a stranger has moseyed his nance, finds here a way to respect- (the ‘Survivor’ castaways) endured lar. It tends to score huge ratings way into town. Naturally, it isn’t long ably reconcile that need with the char- Classes and Performance everything — where they got the regardless of taste, substance, or even before we learn that he’s a rather bad acter role he has accepted. energy to do it with the little food realism. Those who find the genre hombre. Quite unnaturally, he has an His cattle baron’s relationship with they had.” offensive are in the minority, but net- unexplained, heap powerful weapon- a no-goodnik son (Paul Dano) is but Opportunities at Pineda Though “Fear Factor” averages 15 works may be pushing people away bracelet of some sort around his wrist. one of the human conflicts to be CRANFORD - The Pineda Con- the first timer wondering whether to million weekly viewers, reactions on as premises become increasingly lu- Less surprising, this mysterious tested in the crucible created by the servatory announces open registra- pursue private lessons. This class is the street were mixed. The show has rid. outsider played by Daniel Craig ei- interlopers. Also of key dramatic note tion for private voice lessons, and offered on Wednesday’s at 3:45 p.m. contestants participate in bizarre and It should be noted that the reality ther has no name or simply ain’t is Miss Wilde’s Ella Swenson, pur- musical theatre classes. Auditions are Musical Theatre classes are also frightening stunts, such as being programs with the strongest appeal tellin’ what it is. Oddly, though, Ella portedly a prostitute, who offers some also being held for the intensive high offered for beginners on Wednesday dragged by horses or eating sheep were the ones — surprise, surprise — (Olivia Wilde), a gun toting gal who strategic advice. school musical theatre class and at 4:45 p.m. and Saturday’s at 9 a.m. eyes, for cold hard cash. most closely grounded in reality. hangs around the local saloon, recog- Her eyes projecting an otherworldly Pineda Lyric Opera Young Artist For intermediate students in 7th and “It’s something different to see. I nizes him. Can’t say that he can re- aura (if you get my drift, pardner), Opera. 8th grade classes are offered on think it’s pretty interesting to watch turn the courtesy. Before long, Mr. she apprises, “You’re like insects to The voice studio of the Pineda Saturday’s at 10:30 a.m. people go through things I would be Craig’s character can’t help but upset them,” thus suggesting that they’ll Conservatory, with a NATS (National Auditions for high schoolers are afraid of, and make it through them,” the status quo. underestimate the cowboys who, by Association of Teachers of Singing) also being held for a performance said Gene Jonnotti, a computer man- Aside from the gaggle of misjudg- this time, have enlisted the help of the certified staff announces limited spots troupe class held on Thursday’s at ager. ing saddle tramps our tough guy local Apaches. Among lesser sidebars, available for the fall semester and 7:30. This class performs several Recent high school graduate Joe quickly dispatches, most dismayed an eastern dude (Sam Rockwell) sup- August registration is encouraged. times during the fall and winter se- Kohut countered, “Eating sheep eyes by his presence are rancher Woodrow plies comedy relief as he tries to For students at Pineda Conservatory, mester. Students should prepare a isn’t a fear- it’s just disgusting.” Dolarhyde (Harrison Ford), who takes prove his manly worth. emphasis is placed on developing one-minute monologue and 2 musi- Odd as the show may be, Mr. Westfield Sweet umbrage with his chutzpah, and sher- Yes siree! I’ve got to call Bob and proper vocal technique in order to cal theatre selection (16 bars). For an Jonnotti maintained that conventional iff Taggart. The lawman, played by tell him to see this film, especially provide a healthy, well-produced audition appointment please email: television shows, like sitcoms, are Sounds Downtown Keith Carradine, reckons the loner is since he routinely assures that the sound regardless of the musical style [email protected] “just phony baloney things,” and Jake Lonergan, legendary gang leader print version of my criticisms are or performance medium. Emphasis The Pineda Lyric Opera Young “Fear Factor” is “more interesting.” Jazz Festival and desperado. used only to line the bottom of a is also placed on improving perfor- Artist also announce September 16 Tino Foley, who works at Foot- Tuesdays 7 – 9 p.m. This anxious discord foments into fictional birdcage. As long as you’re mance practices and building poise auditions for a Dec. 3rd and 4 pro- locker, said, “I just think it’s an insult what appears will become a show- not expecting something truly out of and self-confidence. Students are duction of Pirates of Penzance. All to the mentality of this country. It’s August 16 down among the three principals. But this world, the audaciously uncon- encouraged to audition and partici- roles open. Students wishing to audi- not something that needs to be aired.” Pam Purvis and the Blue then a power of the fourth kind pre- ventional “Cowboys and Aliens” can pate in appropriate performance op- tion should e-mail: “Temptation Island,” so named Skies Band – sents itself. When the “flying ma- be rootin’- tootin’ fun. portunities in the community. Many [email protected] because couples are separated and Central Avenue chines” begin their assault, we, like … students go on to attend the nation’s Most classes are held at the surrounded by alluring hunks/babes Stringbean and the Stalkers – the townsfolk, are thinking, ‘What in “Cowboys and Aliens,” rated PG- leading conservatories and theatre Cranford Dramatic Club Theatre in to see who remains faithful, was E. Broad Street & North Ave. tarnation!?’ The war of the worlds, 13, is a Universal Pictures release programs. Cranford. Private voice lessons and summed up by Mallory McMahon, Patty Cronheim Ensemble – circa 1870s, begins. Like politics, it directed by Jon Favreau and stars This year, the Pineda Conserva- some classes are held in Scotch Plains. who will be attending Brooklyn Col- Elm Street makes for strange bedfellows. Daniel Craig, Harrison Ford and tory also offers group voice lessons For more info please visit our website lege. Radam Schwartz – The storyline that then follows Olivia Wilde. Running time: 118 for young beginners in grades 2-6. www.pinedaconservatory.com or call “It was trashy. I loved it,” she said. North Avenue probably read better than it plays. minutes This is a great introductory class for (908) 731-1377. “It was also on Wednesday. By Page 16 Thursday, August 11, 2011 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. 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Now in GRAND OPENING SPECIALS!! 344 South Avenue East Westfield All Massages Regular Special (1 Hour) Westfield, NJ 07090 •Full Body •Aromatherapy Basic Facial $60.00 $49.99 •Swedish •Quick Relaxation •Deep Tissue •Anti Stress Open 7 Days 10am - 8pm Photo Rejuvenation $135.00 $80.00 •Hot Stone •Purifying RF Bio-Lift $135.00 $100.00 First Time 908.789.2888 The Jennifer Micro Dermabrasion $135.00 $70.00 .99 Clients Only www.jennifer-dayspa.com Day Spa II Oxygen Facial $150.00 $100.00 $49 Rieger-Velli Photographs on Exhibit at Pearl Street Gallery ELIZABETH – The Union County catches her eye. Board of Chosen Freeholders is Ms. Rieger-Velli’s work can be pleased to present an exhibit of pho- found in local homes and businesses tographs by Charlene Rieger-Velli of and it has appeared in the Star-Led- Free Concert by Parrotbeach Linden in the gallery space at the ger. She was the first artist to repre- Union County Office of Cultural and sent Union County on the National Heritage Affairs, located at 633 Pearl Arts Program Foundation website and At Echo Lake Park Street in Elizabeth. in July 2010 she was selected as their A selection of Rieger-Velli’s pho- weekly “Featured Artist.” One of MOUNTAINSIDE – The Union The Union County information tographs entitled “Flora, Fauna and Charlene’s photographs was chosen County Summer Arts Festival con- van will be at the concert site with Faces” is on display at the Pearl Street to appear in the book, “Great Desti- cert series continues its 51st season personnel from the Office of the Gallery until Sept. 30. Gallery hours nations NJ,” which features the art of of music on Wednesday, August 24, Union County Sheriff and the K-9 are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays. New Jersey’s best photographers. with an evening of music performed Unit along with other knowledge- In 2010, encouraged by family and Charlene has donated her artwork by Parrotbeach. The Union County able Union County staff to answer friends, Charlene entered the National to benefit numerous community and Board of Chosen Freeholders in- questions and offer information Arts Program® Exhibit and Contest cultural organizations including her vites the public to attend this free about interesting programs and rec- for Union County Employees and local library, cultural and heritage concert that begins at 7:30 p.m. at reational activities that are available Their Families. One of her photo- committee, YMCA and two animal Echo Lake Park on the to Union County residents. graphs placed second in the Adult shelters. Mountainside-Westfield border. Sponsored by Union Center Na- Intermediate category and secured Union County artists (whose works Parrotbeach is one of the few full- tional Bank and the Union County her an invitation to exhibit her win- can be hung on a wall) interested in time Jimmy Buffett tribute bands. Board of Chosen Freeholders, the ning work at the Union County Free- exhibiting in the gallery space are Their music takes you back to your concert is free of charge. Lawn holders Gallery. welcome to apply. For more informa- favorite seaside vacation, whether it chairs, blankets and picnic baskets Charlene Rieger-Velli is an accom- tion about the Pearl Street Gallery or was in the Caribbean, the Outer are encouraged. Refreshments and plished, self-taught photographer. She to learn about other programs and Banks, the Gulf of Mexico, or down snacks will be available from ven- has a background in both black and services please contact the Union the shore. For more than ten years, dors. white film and color film, but now County Office of Cultural and Heri- Parrotbeach has been playing wher- The Summer Arts Festival concert works entirely in digital. A generous tage Affairs, 633 Pearl Street, Eliza- ever the sea breeze takes them. series will conclude on Wednesday, portion of her work reflects her life- beth, NJ 07202. Telephone (908) 558- Though Jimmy Buffett tunes are the August 31, when The Nerds bring long love of nature; however, she 2550. NJ Relay users dial 711. E- largest part of their repertoire, other their high-energy party music to Oak enjoys photographing anything that mail to: [email protected]. island music and party favorites Ridge Park in Clark. round out their play list. The band For rain information call the Union members are comfortable with ev- County Department of Parks and erything from rock to reggae, Community Renewal at (908) 558- Motown, soul and swing. And it’s 4079 after 3 p.m. on the day of the easy to see that these guys love their scheduled concert, or visit the Union music. County web site: www.ucnj.org.

Beside the Golden Door — Charlene Rieger-Velli Senior Art Show Winning Pieces on Exhibit at Gallery ELIZABETH – The Union County Bonardi of Garwood (Watercolor); Board of Chosen Freeholders is proud Millicent K. Brody of Westfield to announce that the First Place art- (Photography); Mel Holston of Carousel Study 3 — Charlene Rieger-Velli works from the 2011 Union County Plainfield (Drawing and Best in Senior Art Exhibit may be viewed at Show); Florian Jenkins of Union the Freeholders Gallery located on (Pastel); Rosalia Verdun of Roselle Fair Helps Fight Cancer with the 6th floor of the Union County Park (Oil). Administration Building at The first place winners of the 3- Elizabethtown Plaza in Elizabeth. The Dimensional category, non-profes- Walkathon and Rock ‘n’ Run gallery hours are from 9 a.m. to 5 sional and professional, are not ex- UNION COUNTY – The Union by Mike Peters of the Welsh rock band p.m. weekdays. The display is on hibited at the gallery, but will also County Fair featuring MusicFest is The Alarm, to help ensure that people until August 24. get to compete in the New Jersey Union County’s premier public en- in every community have access to The First Place winners in the Senior Citizens Art Show. The two tertainment event, and it has also quality cancer treatment and the best non-professional category are: Wil- artists are: Nick Dedes of Union become a leader in raising funds to medication available. Peters will per- liam Connolly of Garwood (Water- (Sculpture, Non-Professional); fight cancer. This September, for the form at MusicFest on Saturday, Sep- color); Patricia Jahnsen of Berkeley Rafael Alexander Illanes of Linden fifth year in a row, the County Fair tember 17. Heights (Pastel); William Jeney, Jr. (Sculpture, Professional). will host the Rock On! Walkathon The Valerie Fund was established of Scotch Plains (Acrylic); John For further information and to and 5K Rock ‘n’ Run. The proceeds in 1976 in memory of Valerie WF Residents Star in Beauty Leavy of Cranford (Craft); Joseph J. learn more about exhibiting at the will benefit two cancer organizations, Goldstein, by her parents. It sup- Leonard of Elizabeth (Photography); Freeholders Gallery, please contact the Love Hope Strength Foundation ports a network of seven centers for and the Beast and Aladdin Manuel Perez of Elizabeth (Mixed Teya David, Curator, at the Union and The Valerie Fund. children with cancer and blood dis- Media); Murray Shereshewsky of County Office of Cultural and Heri- The Union County Fair, located at orders in New Jersey. In addition to WESTFIELD – Six local Edwards‘s, Requiem for My Mother, Westfield (Drawing and Best in tage Affairs, 633 Pearl Street, Eliza- Oak Ridge Park in Clark, takes place benefiting Love Hope Strength, the Westfield students were outstand- and were in the chorus for A Carol Show); Urban J. Weiss of Linden beth, NJ 07202; telephone, (908) over five days from Wednesday, Sep- Union County Fair fundraisers will ing in their roles in Beauty and the Fantasy at Carnegie Hall with the (Oil). 558-2550; or email: tember 14, to Sunday, September 18. benefit the Valerie facility in Union Beast and Aladdin produced by the Foundation. Many of them also trav- The First Place winners in the [email protected]. NJ Relay dial MusicFest is a series of free outdoor County, located at Overlook Medi- Continuo Arts Foundation in their eled to Rome and Assisi for the professional category are: Dante 711. concerts presented by Overlook cal Center in Summit. Summer Musical Theater Conser- inaugural premier of the Festivale Medical Center, which runs on each For all Union County Fair up- vatory. di Musica Per Giovanni Musicisiti day of the fair. dates including the Rock On! Jack Venezia, a sophomore at with Continuo Arts. The Rock On! Walkathon and 5K Walkathon, 5K Rock ‘n’ Run, and Westfield High School gave a witty The Continuo Arts Summer Mu- Rock ‘n’ Run will take place at the MusicFest, visit theucfair.org, and perceptive performance of sical Theater Conservatory pre- Union County Fair on Saturday ucmusicfest.org, or facebook.com/ Lumiere, and captured perfectly a sented a double feature, Beauty and New Summer morning, September 17. To sign up musicfest, or follow ucnjmusicfest charming French accent. He gave a the Beast and Aladdin in July, cul- and get complete details visit on Twitter. stellar performance also as Aladdin. minating a three-week musical the- uclovehopestrength.com, Dallas Wicke, a freshman at ater immersion experience. Rising Party Dips theucfair.org or ucmusicfest.org. Westfield High School, played stars learned about the key elements Love Hope Strength will also Gaston with all the necessary flare, of musical theater, enjoyed work- once again host a bone marrow reg- charming everyone in the audience, ing with an experienced, profes- istry at The Union County Fair. and his performances of Razul and sional staff, and expanded their More than 1,000 fair-goers have By JAYNE BOOK SALOMON that led me to think, why not make the Husband were well thought out. knowledge in areas that matched Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times joined the registry so far in previ- His brother, Dylan Wicke, gave a their interests and talents. dips out of other party foods? After ous years, resulting in fourteen po- strong performance in his roles of A professional staff provided ex- What do you get when you com- all, the same old standards could tentially lifesaving matches. the Prince and the Beast, and was a citing enrichment in voice, acting, bine chicken nuggets, sour cream, use a few additions. I decided it is Love Hope Strength was co-founded Jafar the audience loved to hate. dance, choreography, staging, im- barbecue sauce, blue cheese, diced time to get in the kitchen, roll up my Maggie Bergin brought lots of provisation, character study, make- celery and a hankering for a differ- sleeves and have some fun concoct- energy to her performances of Vil- up techniques, stage management ent new summer dip? You get Buf- ing a few new party foods. lager, Enchanted Object and Narra- and set design. Performers were falo Chicken Wing Dip, one of my Here’s what I came up with. I tor. Her performance of Harem Girl inspired in a creative, positive and new summer recipes and one that hope you enjoy them as much as my was vivacious and spunky. Pearl interactive environment. my three sons devoured within ten test-tasters did. Maybe they will Crab Rangoon Dip Reyes gave a fine performance in The Continuo Arts Foundation minutes. That’s how I know it is appear at your next cocktail party. Ingredients her roles of Narrator, Townsperson, offers a comprehensive choral pro- good because when it comes to my 1 container (8 ounces) whipped Enchanted Object and Harem Girl. gram for all ages, Children’s Cho- cooking, there are no more brutally cream cheese Rebecca White was a charming Vil- rus (ages 6-13), Continuo Singers honest critics than my boys. Buffalo Chicken Wing Dip 2 tablespoons half-n-half or milk lager and Narrator, and her perfor- (girls ages 13-18), The Continuos The inspiration for this dip came Ingredients 4 ounces crab meat (fresh or from mance of Lago as a talking colorful (boys ages 13-18), Civic Chorale from a friend who was preparing a 20-25 chicken nuggets a can) bird was intelligently funny. (adults) and Seniors Sing! recipe (also called Buffalo Chicken ½ cup honey barbecue sauce 1 can (5 ounces) water chestnuts, Many of these performers were Rehearsals begin for the fall sea- Wing Dip) for her gym buddies. 1 pint sour cream Pizza Dip drained and finely diced in the Continuo Arts production of son on September 6. Call (908) 264- That version didn’t seem quite so 1 cup crumbled blue cheese Ingredients ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper Wizard of Oz last year, and appeared 5324 for audition and registration low calorie for the RWJ spin class 3-4 stalks celery, finely diced 1 jar (l pound -10 ounces) spaghetti flakes in concert with Andre Rieu, trav- information. Registration forms and but, hey it was the weekend. Frankly Hot sauce, optional sauce 3 tablespoon sliced almonds (Al- eled to Rome for the international additional information may be my rendition isn’t exactly low-cal Procedure 1½ cups shredded mozzarella mond Accents-Original or Oven premiere of Stephen James found at www.continuoarts.com. either. Bake the chicken nuggets for 20 cheese Roasted)* It was also her Buffalo Wing Dip minutes. Remove from the oven and 1½ cups shredded Parmesan cheese ½ teaspoon wasabi **(or to taste) cut into small pieces. Toss with the 1 teaspoon oregano or substitute horseradish barbecue sauce and return to oven. 1 teaspoon black pepper 3 scallions + 1 scallion, chopped Bake for an additional 10 minutes. Optional: diced pepperoni, meat- Procedure Remove from the oven and let them balls or sausage In a mixing bowl, combine the cool for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, on a Procedure cream cheese with the half-n-half shallow platter, approximately 9 x 12 In a medium mixing bowl, com- and crab. Mix well. Add the water inches, spread the sour cream. Spoon bine all the ingredients and mix well. chestnuts, red pepper, almonds, the barbecue sauce covered nuggets Microwave on high for 2 ½ minutes. wasabi and 3 scallions. Mix. Garnish on top. Evenly sprinkle the blue Carefully remove and stir well. Mi- with the remaining scallion. Serve cheese and celery on top. Drizzle crowave again for an additional 2 – 2- with dippers. with hot sauce, if using. Serve with 1/2 minutes. Stir and serve hot with *Almond Accents are sold in bags crackers or chips. sliced toasted Italian bread, garlic and can be found in the supermarket. Maybe they will even become regu- bread, bread sticks or whatever you **Wasabi can be obtained from Continuo Arts Foundation cast of Beauty and the Beast Buffalo Chicken Wing Dip lars. desire. any Japanese restaurant. Monk’s Painting

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