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Middlesex County Edition VOL 121, NO. 34 Friday, August 23,2002 500 Ml l>l \ DEP Backs Sayreville Role In Remediating NL Site SAYREVILLE — In a strong remediation plan for the entire Middlesex County Freeholder said. "DEP's support will really 14 years of going back and forth expression of its commitment to site. "This is great news and a Director David B. Crabiel noted help move this project forward, with DEP, they still have not redevelop contaminated sites, very positive step in our efforts that the Freeholder Board has finally clean up this polluted fully delineated the extent of the the New Jersey Department of to redevelop this vast property," "made a substantial financial site, and get something built contamination. Any reasonable Environmental Protection said Sayreville Mayor Kennedy commitment to this project, and here that will generate signifi- person would have to assume (DEP) has approved the O'Brien. we have an emotional commit- cant tax revenue for Sayreville," that NL is not serious about Sayreville Economic Redevel- "It has been a long fight for ment as well, said Richard Pucci, Executive remediating this property". opment Authority's request to Sayreville against a large corpo- "For almost a decade, our Director of the Middlesex After years of failed negotia- administer the remediation of rate polluter who abandoned the goal has been to clean up and County Improvement Authority, the 400-acre NL Industries site site, refused to clean it up, and revitalize the abandoned indus- which is working with SERA on tions with NL. SERA has moved once SERA acquires the proper- therefore avoided paying its fair trial sites along the Raritan the redevelopment project. to take legal possession of the ty share of property taxes in the River. We believe the contami- "NL abandoned its Sayreville site. The initial hearing in this The DEP action breaks a Borough," he said. "Frankly, the nated eyesore that's now the NL operation in 1982, and the com- condemnation action will take fourteen-year logjam caused by average Sayreville homeowner property can be remediated into pany has been dragging its feet place on Wednesday. September NL's failure to develop and has paid NL's share of taxes for a productive, useful site that we on the site cleanup for almosl 4, \n New jersey Superior Court implement a comprehensive years. This must and will stop." cant all be proud of," Crabiel two decades," Pucci said "After \n New Brunswick. Mayor Vas Introduces Municipal Budget PERTH AMBOY—Aided by again successful in maintaining have been given the opportunity • Providing full-time Emer- administration continues to new ratables, a $2.4 million sur- the current $1.36 tax rate (per to voice their concerns on areas gency Medical Technician cover- aggressively pursue grants and plus, new grants and a record- $ 100 of assessed property value). in need of improvement. Many age seven days a week, twenty- non-tax revenue. During the last high 99.5 percent tax collection It is important to note that 50 of these areas fall under the four hours a day to work with the year, the Urban Enterprise rate, Mayor Joseph Vas intro- percent of this increase is due to watchful eyes of the city's public paid, part-time, per diem EMT's Zone's 3 percent sales tax rev- duced a municipal budget last $1.7 million in new grants that safety departments. In order to to assist the Volunteer First Aid enue paid for improvement proj- week that does not increase the the city has received to fund new address their concerns, the FY Squad. ects totaling $4.3 million. UEZ local purpose tax rate for the sev- programs and projects. The total 2003 budget allows for the fol- The spending side of the dollars and other grants have enth consecutive year. Perth budget increase was also offset lowing: budget was impacted largely by funded public improvements Amboy's $46.4 million FY 2003 by an $18.4 million increase in • Increasing the full comple- salary increases. Over half of the throughout the city including municipal budget continues to the tax base mainly as a result of ment of uniformed police offi- new $46.4 million FY 2003 street resurfacing, expansion to provide tax stabilization while the ongoing construction of the cers permitted by city code from budget-$23,806,188-is allocated the manna, upgrades to water realizing millions of dollars in Harbortown housing develop- 125-132 (paid for by a state towards salaries. There was also and waste water facilities, down- improvements and maintaining ment. grant), as well as funding to a $1,442,371 increase in salaries the vital resources for city These revenue changes have replace retiring officers. this year as a result of negotiated town sidewalk improvements departments to deliver essential allowed the city to continue • Increasing the fire depart- union contracts, which provided along State Street and Amboy services. focusing on quality of life ment's table of organization to for a 3.5 percent base increase, Avenue, and the upcoming side- Although the total FY 2003 improvements. Since Vas began fund three new full-time, paid funding for replacement hires walk improvements along New budget increased by $3.4 million a citywide quality of life initia- firefighters and funding to and other adjustments. Brunswick Avenue and the resur- from last year, the city was once tive four years ago, residents replace retiring firefighters. 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Employees Honored for Perfect Attendame Union Hospital Graduates AREA Union Hospital, an Avenel: Milan Desai; Edison: affiliate of the St. Barnabas Bipin Khamar, Arshad Mahmud, Intern/Resident Class Of 2002 Health Care System, recently and Madhusudan Rao; Fords: honored over 150 employees for Caravcllo, D.O. of Statcn Ricardo Gcnovcse and Maria AREA—The Union Hos- Highlighting the ceremony achieving Perfect Attendance in Kaliniak; Colonia: Cynthia pital Medical Kducation De- was the presentation of the Island, N.Y. Union Hospital 2001. Hudak; Iselin: Deborah Ballard; partment recently held its "Resident of the Year" awards Medical Staff member These outstanding individuals graduation ceremony honoring to Scott Graham. DO. of Michael Brescia, M.D., were awarded certificates of Metuchen: Paula Erickson. the Intern and Resident Class Paterson and Joseph Pecora, Rosclle Park, was chosen by appreciation and a gift at a recent Union Hospital is an affiliate of of 2001-02 at the hospital's D.O. of Springfield. The the graduating intern and resi- thank-you reception. Recipients the St. Barnabas Health Care Community Service Center, "Intern of the Year" award was dent class as "Attending include: System. Union. presented to Anthony Physician of the Year." The Rudi Wadle, D.O. Scholarship Do You Suffer from Bath Pain TROCASO Awards were presented to Paul MIDDLESEX COUNTY allows for maximum mobility. Cattafi, D.O. of Kearny and — Research states that 80 per- If you suffer with back pain, John Merlino, D.O. of Toms cent of all Americans will suf- join Matthew J. Spessler, MD BRIDAL GOWN River. The recipients of the fer with back pain at some in Borders Books, Midstate SPECIAL "Medical Staff Academic time in their lives. Right now, Mall of East Brunswick on Scholarship Paper Awards" over 8 million Americans are Thursday, Aug. 29 at 7:30 p.m. in bed with back pain, which were Madhavi Battineni, DO. and discover his drug-free carries a yearly price tag of $ of Parsippany and Howard Medical Breakthrough $50 million in lost work, med- Landsman, D.O. of Edison. ical expenses and compensa- Program. 105 In addition, proper posture, Members of the graduating tion payments. 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Carden Calls For Campaign Finance Reform UNION-On Aug. 13, Tim protecting investors against cor- istration of Securities and amendment were leading did answer to. When the pensions Carden, 7th District Democratic porate fraud, Ferguson voted on Kxchange Commission Chair- Ferguson change his vote from and retirement savings of work- Candidate for Congress, joined April 24 against making it a man Harvey Pitt. "To restore no to yes. ing families were being threat- senior citizens, elected officials crime to cheat investors and confidence in our system of cor- Carden concluded, "It's only ened, Mike Ferguson made the and other interested parties in against reform of the accounting porate oversight, we must have a logical that if you have the choice to side with the account- Union Township to call for legis- industry. He was voting to pro- tough and credible SI:C," he responsibility to regulate an ing industry instead of siding lation to prevent members of tect the special interests- the said. "Harvey Pitt's long history industry, and then you take hun- with the people he represents. Congress sitting on committees very people funding his cam- of representing the largest dreds of thousands in contribu- That's the wrong choice, he from taking contributions from paign, not the people's interests." accounting firm prevents him tions from that same industry chose the wrong side." industries that their committee Garden's call was part of his from being an objective overseer you have to decide who you has jurisdiction over. "Platform for Corporate to reform and enforcement. He "Money is too often the root Accountability,1' which he should resign immediately." Hew Legislation Will ftvfecf Moforisfc of all evil in Congress," said released recently. In addition to In addition, Carden pledged STATE—Gov. James E. guarantees all motorists - Carden. "Time and time again, calling for a prohibition on these that as a United States Con- McGrecvey recently signed leg- regardless of their method of the undue influence of corpora- contributions to committee mem- gressman, he would fight to islation that will protect payment - access to towing tions through their campaign dol- bers, Carden also said Congress close loopholes that allow com- motorists whose vehicles break services," McGreevey said. lars results in legislation that pro- should pass a law to require com- panies to avoid paying taxes by down on New Jersey roadways. The legislation requires tow tects the interests of corporations panies to account for options as using offshore tax havens. "Each The Governor said the bill, A- truck operators to accept both rather than the people. While I expenses on their income state- year American taxpayers are 1743, was prompted by the applaud the passage of the corpo- ments. cheated out of millions of dollars cash and credit cards for pay- death of Debbie Sandage, a ment. Motorists who break rate governance bill, there will Carden, who has called for because American companies are Morris County woman who was down are already confronting be no real change in Washington Congress to return to work to allowed to incorporate in other left stranded on Route 287 in difficult situations; this legisla- until legislators start listening to pass a Medicare prescription countries, just to avoid paying 1994, because she did not have tion ensures them that they will their own constituents instead of drug benefit, also stated that their fair share of taxes," he said. $40 in cash to pay for her car to not have to also worry about their contributors. Only when Congress has unfinished busi- "The result is working families be towed. She later was struck having ample cash on hand to money is divorced from legislat- ness on corporate accountability. pay more." As reported by the and killed by another vehicle. ing will real reform happen." When Carden did credit compa- Washington Post at the end of obtain needed road assistance. "For example, my opponent nies like the Washington Post July on the last day of session in "From this terrible tragedy The bill imposes fines of S500 for a first offense and Mike Ferguson, sits on the House Company, Coca-Cola, General the House of Representatives, and the courage of the Sandage penalties of up to $1,000 for Financial Services Committee," Motors, and General Electric Ferguson voted against an family. New Jersey will now additional violations. Carden said. "He received more while moving forward on the amendment to prohibit compa- have a common sense law that money from the accounting issue of expensing stock options, nies that had to incorporate over- industry than any other member he charged that Congress and his seas from getting any govern- A Love of the Game. of the House (Business Week opponent have shown no leader- ment contracts relating to home- 6/24/02). But when this country ship on this issue. land security. Only at the last an for a Cure. desperately needed legislation Carden also called for the reg- minute when supporters of the
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(continued from page... 2) proud to announce the birth of Jessica Maria Tomassini and announce the birth of their their daughter, Jasmin, bom July Elbin Jose Beauchamps of Perth It's A Girl! daughter, Lindsey Abreu, bom 11,2002. Amboy are proud to announce Mr. and Mrs. Alex Listash of sisters, Candace, Chelsea and July 4,2002. Yasmin Quinones and the birth of their daughter, Old Bridge are proud to Alexa. The maternal grandpar- Antonio Crespo of Perth Amboy Eliana Jade Beauchamps, born Doris Mabel Sanchez and announce the birth of their ents are Mr. and Mrs. Vincent are proud to announce the birth July 19,2002. Ladislao Percy Garcia of Perth daughter, Ally Shea, bom July Cigliano of Rahway. The pater- of their son, Damien Antonio Irma 1. and Victor Castillo of Amboy are proud to announce 27, 2002. Ally weighed 7 lbs. 14 nal grandparents are Mr. and Crespo, bom July 15, 2002. Perth Amboy are proud to the birth of their daughter, Leslie ozs. and measured 21 inches. Mrs. Alex Lyszczasz of Leslie Annette Mendez and announce the birth of their Doris Garcia, born July 8,2002. She has a brother, Josh and three Woodbridge. Alfonso DeJesus Cruz of Perth daughter, Vanessa Irmaris, Shelreece Rice of Perth Amboy are proud to announce Bom July 23, 2002. Amboy is proud to announce the the birth of their daughter, Maritza and Thomas Garcia birth of her daughter, A navy a Yomayra Alexandra Cruz, born of Perth Amboy are proud to CABLE/TEL, lnc Rice, born July 9,2002. July 16,2002. announce the birth of their (8O8) Grazyna Maria and Edwin Melissa and Jose Rafael daughter, Dianna Marie, bom Lebron of Keasbey are proud to Caraballo of Carteret are proud July 27, 2002. announce the birth of their son, to announce the birth of their Jessica Arriaga of Perth Wl SILL, INSTALL AND Gabriel Stefan Lebron, born daughter, Jelissa Idalys, born Amboy is proud to announce the July 10,2002. July 17, 2002. birth of her daughter, Cassy Monique Riggins and Carlos Kimberly M. Timmons and Anshanty Arriaga, bom July Aponte of Perth Amboy are Chris E. Shewmake of Perth 28,2002. proud to announce the birth of Amboy are proud to announce Sheri-Anne Marie and Installed, (tared w their son, Jayce Cameron the birth of their son, Nasir Osbardo Ortiz of Perth Amboy Aponte, born July 10, 2002. Zaire Shewmake, bom July 17, are proud to announce the birth 24 Hour fiMffMqr Stnk$ Jessica Cruz and Ivan L. 2002. of their daughter, Mya Ivette, *lucent Clark of Perth Amboy are proud Natasha Raquel James- bom July 28,2002. to announce the birth of their Waldon and Ian Patrick Waldon Renee Suzanne Johnson and •Comdiaf son, Nazir Javon Clark, bom of Perth Amboy are proud to John Slater of Edison are proud July 11,2002. announce the birth of their to announce the birth of their •IVX Yvelisse A. and Angel N. daughter, Yahnie Raquel son, Kenneth Lee Slater, bom •AT&T Fernandez of Perth Amboy are Waldon, bom July 18,2002. 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TV Gunk' calls it "the shops for high school students on County Dance Centre are now hottest new realitv show this Joe and Patricia Kurasz the topic "From Idea To Song". accepting registrations for their School section on page 2) The 9th Biennial Geraldine R. Dodge Poetry festival STANHOPF-The 9th held at historic Waterloo Village immerses audiences in a cele- place in tents and 19th century $18 for Thursday, Friday, or Biennial Geraldine R. Dodge in Stanhope. New Jersey, bration of poetry featuring an buildings in picturesque Sunday; and $25 for Saturday. Poetry Festival, the largest poet- September 19-22. 2002. international array of poets— Waterloo Village, a nationally A two-day Weekender Pass for ry event in North America with Held biennially since 1986, winners of the most prestigious registered historic site in admission on Saturday and over 15.000 attendees, will be the Dodge Poetry Festival literary prizes -and other artists Allamuchy Mountain State Park Sunday is $35 and Festival pass including storytellers and musi- near Stanhope, New Jersey. for the entire four days is $60. cians. Featured Poets ofTer readings Evening-only admission is Among the dozens of poets throughout each day and Need braces? available after 4 pm on participating in the 2002 evening and join in discussing Festival will be the five most some of the ways in which poet- Thursday and Friday for SI2 Need help in selecting recent poets Laureate of the ry illuminates our culture and and Saturday for S15. There is a an orthodontic specialist? United States; Rita Dove (1993- our daily lives. More than three 20% discount off all admission 95). Robert Mass (1995-97). dozen other accomplished poets prices for students and seniors. Robert Pinsky (1997-2000). will also read at sites throughout Waterloo Village is conve- 1v1v1v.nibraces.or9 Stanley Kunit/ (2000-01). and Waterloo Village and there will niently located at hxit 25 ofl-XO OR CALL TOLL FREE 1-888-64-BRACES Billy Collins (current, 2001-03). be open reading opportunities SPONSORED BY THE NEW JERSEY ASSOCIATION OF ORTHODONTISTS and ample free parking is avail- The four-day event takes for attendees. able. Round-trip bus service In addition to public events, from the Port Authority Bus special programs are available Terminal in New York City to for pre-registered students and get ViitcVietJ w teachers on the first two days of Waterloo Village is available ar arm anj the festival. 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The the United Way, along with our Crime has many different employer, loan officer or United Way of Central Jersey has innovative and generous program combined commitment to the faces. Crime includes fraud, landlord, by watching your made it a priority to help keep is putting one million booster safety of New Jersey's children like telemarketing fraud and transactions at the ATM children safe by partnering in the seats onto the road nationwide, identity theft. These crimi- with half going to income-eligible machine and by going distribution of these booster seats. and youngsters throughout the nals feed upon a person's families. through your trash to steal Following the December 2001 country. good nature. They can steal passage of New Jersey's child pas- The United Way of Central personal information. Gloria AfCanski small amounts or up to your senger safety law requiring boost- Jersey was pleased to partner with President & CPO life savings or your home. To protect yourself, the er seats for children up to age 8 or the community in this effort, According to the National A A RP recommends: 80 lbs, many families faced an including the Edison Police who United Way of Consumer League's National • Do not ordinarily carry unexpected expense in purchasing taught parents how to properly Central Jersey Fraud Information Center, your Social Security card, nearly one third of all tele- passport or birth certificate; Democrats: Tax & Spend marketing fraud victims are • Properly dispose of proposing or voting for the pur- mess and I guess it must be the seniors. These criminals are Dear Editor, papers with personal informa- chase of the property, however, I adept at manipulating indi- Reading newspapers is part of voters. tion, such as receipts, bank do remember the fiasco of financ- viduals. They rely on the my daily life. I never cease to be They elected all these tax and trusting nature of many sen- statements and credit card amazed at the similarity between ing created by Mayor Spadoro spend types who can't accept iors, they know the longer offers; responses to questions by various and passed by his all-Democrat responsibility for their own they can keep someone on the • If you receive checks political leaders. Case in point; council. This disease must run action. someone else is always to blame. throughout the Democratic party phone, the more likely they through the mail, see if you Voters, wake up and smell your Governor McGreedy always because Freeholder Director can convince lhat person of can have those directly money burning. It sure isn't blames Christie Whitman for Crabiel and the all-Democrat their scam. Often they feed deposited. Remember that Republicans doing it. They don't off the desire of people to everything. Mayor Spadoro must Freeholder Board took Mayor Social Security checks carry have a vote on any of the boards help in time of crisis. It is agree because he now blames for- Spadoro's word for the value of your Social Security number; or offices responsible tor the important to know that these mer Governors Christie Whitman the Oak Tree pond property. They Spadoro/ Crabiel/Morris/Oak individuals are criminals, • Give out your Social and Don DiFrancesco for the fias- blindly spent taxpayers dollars to subject to fines and jail time. Security number only when co of the Oak Tree pond funding. help fund the fiasco with Tree Pond financing scheme. An organization called required. Do not write it on As an Edison resident 1 can't Spadoro's pal Jack Morris. Robert A. Brown Fraud.org suggests you your check; remember Governor Whitman Someone is responsible for this Edison beware of the warning signs • Don't give out your cred- of telemarketing fraud: it card or bank account num- Guest Editorial • A promise that you can ber unless you have placed Will a Latin American gelicals working to convert the American to the throne of St. win money, make money or the call and know the busi- indigenous poor. With the canon- Peter is far from an absurd sup- borrow money easily; izations, it paid tribute both to ness; position. • A demand that you act be the Next Pope? Latin America's Indian and its A Latin American pope would • Beware of others nearby immediately or else miss out By Roger E.Hernandez Spanish roots. no doubt strengthen Catholicism when entering your PIN at an on this great opportunity; The adoring throngs that wel- Can a Latin American pope be in his home region. But would he ATM or the supermarket; and • A refusal to send you comed Pope John Paul II in his the next step in the Church's have as profound a secular written information before • Get a copy of your credit recent visit to Guatemala and fight to keep Latin America impact as John Paul 11 had in his you agree to buy or donate; report at least once a year to Mexico, along with the aged Catholic? native Poland? • An attempt to scare you check for errors. In New pontiffs physical frailty, have A key to the election is held The principal problem in into buying something; Jersey, credit agencies are set off renewed speculation by the 26 Latin Americans who Poland in 1978 was that it was among Vatican observers about a • Insistence that you wire required to provide you with hold voting seats in the College ruled by a communist system question that has come up now of Cardinals (only those under money or have a courier pick one free report per year. that denied Poles their freedom and then during the past few up your payment; and 80 are allowed to vote). Add the and closed off economic oppor- Remember that fraud years. cardinals from Spain and • A refusal to stop calling tunity. John Paul II helped bring comes in many forms. These Will the next pope be the first Portugal, and you have a formi- after you've asked not to be the regime to an end. criminals rely on human pope from Latin America? dable bloc, larger than the 24 called again. A Latin pope — any pope, for nature to take advantage of a The Church is keenly interest- prelates from Italy, who tradi- Remember it is illegal for that matter — would be helpless ed in the region, home to nearly tionally have formed the largest Companies that operate con- person. But, you can protect in bringing wealth to the region. half of the world's I billion bloc. tests or sweepstakes to ask for yourself by being vigilant, by Popes can't build factories wilh Catholics. The pontiff traveled to payment to enter a contest or demanding information be Of course, it would be foolish, jobs that pay well, stabilize stock Mexico and Guatemala to canon- and an insult to the universality to claim a prize. It is also ille- sent to you, by demanding markets or halt inflation. gal to ask for a fee up front to ize two men: an Indian shepherd of the Catholic faith, to believe identification from those who believed to have witnessed the But a Latin American pope help you get a loan if they that the Ibero-Ameriean bloc contact you and by contacting would have a personal interest in apparition of Mexico's would blindly vote for one of strongly imply or guarantee leading a moral and spiritual cru- the authorities. If you would patroness, the Virgin of their own just because he's a fel- that loans will be made. sade against the political corrup- like more information or Guadalupe; and a 17th-century low member of the tribe. But it Losses caused by identity tion rampant in Latin America. believe that you have been a Spanish missionary who cared would be just as foolish to theft, estimated by the United Maybe lapsed Catholics would victim of fraud, please con- for the poor in Guatemala. believe the ethnic factor is irrele- States Secret Service as cost- listen and take their hands out ol It was the perfect example of vant. In the case of a tie between ing consumers and institu- tact my office at 732-316- how the Church wants to gam the two other candidates, a compro- the public till, tions $745 million in IW, IKK5, so I can help. (c) 2002 initiative from Protestant evan- mise that brings a Latin King Features Syndicate Inc. _ -•• .rf, - ••••" fl Special 8 Pane Section j '• ': . '" ''••• ••:••>• ' i: • . :•:•:•. '.*.. Ifs nearly time hr the kids to head batk to school, and we've got some tips to make the protess easier. We've also got some great aher-sthool atHvhy I suggestions. MEDIA ENTERPRISES jABLpTO 11 .: BACK TO SCHOOL 2002 Visit us online at vww.new-|ersey.ws August 23,2002 Qackto Star Essence Wins National Dance Titles EDISON Nine local stu- featured in an upcoming issue. categories. In addition, she won dents recently attended the She won gold trophies in tap, gold in the musical theater cat- Dance Arts Plus National jazz, novelty and aero. egory for her rendition of Dance Competition in Harris- Francesca Hsteves, S, of "McCavity" from Cats. burg, Pennsylvania and came North Brunswick, won a $760 "Outstanding Novelty" and home gold trophy winners in scholarship with gold perform- Group Title were also awarded every category. The dancers are ances in tap and jazz solos and to the students for their per- members of the Luminous duos. formance in the comedy Hip- Dance Ensemble of Star (iianna Girtz, 7, of Wood- Hop number, "Super Sonic." Essence Performing Arts bridge won the title "Little Miss Kiera Regan of Metuchen Academy. 1001 Amboy Ave- Dance Arts Plus." She won gold has completed her second year nue, Edison (Clara Barton sec- trophies for her tap and jazz as owner of Star Essence. She tion). solos and duets, as well as pho- received special recognition Kimberly Tyrrell. 12. of togenic and modeling trophies. from the judges; she was pre- Metuchen and Tabitha Hdison residents, Jen Lucas, sented with the Outstanding Edwards, 10, of Edison won 15, Julie Parsons and Hayley Choreography award. She was High Score for their novelty Pross, 10, and Tyrrell won a recognized for the high level of duo, "Black Cat," qualifying special "Outstanding Aero" her choreography across all cat- TROPHY WINNERS—Miss Kiera Regan of Star Essence them to perform at Hershey award and gold trophy for their egories. She is proud of her Performing Arts Academy congratulates some of her gold trophy Park. Tyrrell also won the performance of "Quidam." hard working students and the winners: (Clockwise from L.-R.) Jen Lucas, Tabitha Edwards, Dance Spirit Magazine "Future Lucas also won gold trophies many awards they have won at Kimberly Tyrrell, Miss Kiera, Francesca Esteves, Gianna Gritz Star" award of $ 100 and will be in the photogenic and modeling competition this year. and Hayley Pross. Back To School At Busy Bee RAHWAY — Busy Bee and cognitive skills. In bright, ate activities designed to helpj Child Care Center and Nursery cheery classrooms children the child develop a feeling School on St. Georges Avenue, have opportunities for art self-worth, confidence, ci Rahway, is preparing to wel- activities, imaginative play ativity, curiosity and a sense; come back students to a new and quiet reading. A gym pro- independence. school year. The school, dur- gram, computers and a large They feel it is important ing its 35 year history, has outdoor play area compliment a child to interact with ot always provided a safe, nurtur- the program. children, as well as adults, an< ing environment for its stu- The staff is made up of to develop the ability to thinl dents while promoting a strong experienced, dedicated child reflect, feel and conceptualize.! program for children to devel- care professionals who pro- The school goals have been set] op social, emotional, physical vide a balance of age appropri- with these concepts in mind. Busy Bee, in its continuing GOLD TROPHY VYINNERS-Star Essence's competition team, effort to meet the needs of par- Luminous Dance Ensemble, enjoyed performing their gold trophy winning jazz number at the Dance Arts Plus Competition in ents and children, offers a half Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. day nursery program as well as extended hours for working Performing Arts & Education... parents. 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Shy away from flimsy or too soft months, beginning at about 12 months of Courtesy of ARA content. Healthy Sating For Batk-To-Sthool 91e •*• to School! Celebrating 25 Years Central Jersey Dance Highlights Of Dance Excellence "We've always been more than just a dance studio," says Socci. "We're like one big happy family with everyone encouraging each other. Former students bring their children to the studio because they feel that sense of family tradition and values not to mention the excellent dance instruction1' LINDEN — La Danse School of Performing Arts cel- ebrates 25 years of "Dance Excellence"! Founded in 1978 by Tina Socci, the studio has grown not only in enrollment and studio size but in commit- ment to the community. ALL-STAR DANCERS—The "All Star Team" of Central Jersey Dance "We've always been more and Gymnastics Center. than just a dance studio," says Socci. "We're like one big happy family with everyone encouraging each other. Former students bring their children to the studio because TAP CITY FESTIVAL-Students from the La Danse School of they feel that sense of family Performing Arts located at 10 North Wood Avenue, Linden, were tradition and values not to chosen to perform at the "Tap City Festival" in NYC in July. The mention the excellent dance program auditioned hundreds of groups from all over the world, instruction. Our students and choosing only 15 groups to perform at its annual gala. Pictured their families are actively in- (L--R-. back row) are Director, Tina Socci, Kristen Smith, Kristen volved in community func- Soccii Ezra Herbert and Quran Starling; (L.-R., front row) Tara tions and are amply rewarded Picaro- Priscilla Rendon- Andrea D'Allessandro, Adam Socci, v ,. . .. . • , ,. Asha Griffith and Savion Glover. These students can be seen by the joy they bring to otn- , . . .. •*. .. u -».-»*. r% ers. performing at the Open House scheduled at La Danse on Saturday, Aug. 24 from 10 am-2 p.m. to celebrate the studio's Part of the success of the DANCE CHAMPS—The Jersey Girls Junior and Senior "AH Star 5th anniversary. For info., call (908) 862-6887. studio is due to the excellent Dance Teams" coached by Kristianne Fleiscnman (not in photo) Theater for the Tap City Creative Movement for tots, staff. "All of my instructors pose together after winning the Eastern Dance Association Jazz- Festival held there in July. Aerobics and cardio-kick box- are fully certified and qualified Funk Championship titles this past spring in Atlantic City. They performed "The Monkey ing. Boys' classes have always to teach," said Socci, "with many of them coming in from Song" written by Hoagie been popular at the studio and NYc " Carmichael. They were per- are fiijing Very quickly. Adult Joining the staff this year sonally greeted and congratu" classes are offered in Ballet, ARE HERE AGAIN will be Suzanne Osterberger, lated by HoaSie Carmichael Tap and Jazz, Jr who told them that was hls We hope you're enjoying our 8 page Back to School sec- certified by the Alvin Ailey ' Registration for Fall classes tion. If you have any comments or criticisms concerning Dance Center and current favorite song written by his will be held Aug. 22 and Sept. our Special Sections or would like to see more Special instructor at Steps in NYC; father" They als0 met Savion 5, 6 and 7 from 4-8 p.m. An Sections please drop us a line and lets us know, email: editor@d«vinamedia.com Vera Huff, currently on the Glover and attended a tap jam Qpen house wi|| be ^ on or write to us at: Devin* Media, PO Box 1061, Rahway facilities of Broadway Dance hosted by Yvette Glover with SaturdaVi Aug. 24 from ,0 NJ, 07065. Attn. Editor Center and Steps NYC; and students from all over the ^^ ^ {Q ^^ 2$ wo ld Anniese Taylor, a graduate of |; - ars of being »more ,han just Svracu^e I Inivpr^itv dance Former student Daniel J '° CeGebtiating 25 oyracuse university, aanct . a dance studio . Everyone is ' i.\ p p p J for NBA Hin-Hoo Vamska is currently on tour master, Tom McKie, will also with The Music Man and is ior [NBA. nip nop ..../„ .. invited to come see the state ol be adding classes to the sched- patiently awaiting word on his ule. recent successful audition for the art air conditioned facili- School of Performing Arts La Danse students have Gypsy on Broadway, ties and receive free gifts, been afforded many opportuni- Curriculum at La Danse menrefreshmentt galore.s and entertain- ANNOUNCES FALL REGISTRATION ties to showcase their talents, includes Ballet, Pointe. Tap, For more information and a In June, La Danse tappers Jazz, Lyrical, Hip-Hop, Aero- free brochure, call (908) 862- August 24th fmm I0 a.m.-2 p.m. were invited to join an elite Gymnastics. Kinderdanse, 68H7. th th th group of dancers performing Register Now For The Fall Semester September 5 6 & 7 fwn 4-8p.m. on 42nd Street in NYC in front CENTRAL JERSEY DANCE * GYMNASTICS of the New Victory Theatre to OHMHOUSI Dance * Gymnastics ^ OrmNousi • Come celebrate 25 wonderful years celebrate the revival of the •W0006KIDGC * Theatre Arts •MIDDLESEX* Toddler Time • Pre. School Tuesday • An Open House will be held on Saturday, August 24th play "42nd Street." They mcl Wednesday August 27* • Kindergarten Dance. August 28* 1 4 pm cast members and were part of Kindergarten 6ym • Ballet •Free Gifts H« ^ a.m. - 2 p.m. . Refreshments 4 8 pm «. 6 8pm the filming of i\ commercial • Pomtc-Tap• Ja?7 FREE Show Theatre Arts • Gymnastic s FREE show llv arc pleased lo welcome loin \fckh' kinhin^ "RciiT Hip-Hop promoting the show. at 7 p m at 7 p m • Tumbling, ^dulfs th • Birthday Parties The Junior Tap competition t,l,' i i Hi. I Classes begin Monday, September 9 ! VV.N. (I....V • Special Olympics team was also chosen to per- /JZ-560-.1555 Clll for Sthtdult For further information, please call the studio at (908) 862-6887 form on Broadway at the Duke Call for Schedule VI ... BACK TO SCHOOL 2002 Visit us online at www.ncw-jerscy.ws August 23,2002 Dome Is An Ait, Not A Sport FORDS For 49 years. Miss the ever-fluctuating sea of dance class and usually stay through Ruth has been instilling a love of schools. high school. (The Tai-Yoga class dance in her students as well as Miss Ruth School of Dance is for adults). teaching the principles of the places quality, tradition and tech- Believing that dance is an art. performing art. A tradition that nique above all else in its philos- not a sport, Miss Ruth School of has been handed down from ophy. Classes arc offered in Dance does not take part in com- mother to daughter to grand- Ballet. Pointc, Tap. Jazz, and petitions, Instead, the students daughter, Miss Ruth School of Modern and even Tai-Yoga! get many opportunities to per- form extensively throughout the Dance is a rock-stcadv force in Students begin at age 3 in a Tots community. Young dancers also get their chance to audition for the American Dance Theatre, NJ, currently based at Miss Ruth. (American Dance Theatre, NJ is Young "Vienna waltzers" from Miss Ruth School of Dance in Fords. open to all dancers. For informa- tion, call (732) 738-8239). explains Dance Director Donna selves in the well-stocked play- Family owned and operated Mosolgo. room. Two large rehearsal stu- for 49 years, Miss Ruth School "Our mission is to educate, dios, a music studio and dressing of Dance employs an adult staff enlighten and encourage," adds rooms round out the facilities at with years of experience in the Rod Hausen, director of the Miss Ruth. "real world" (some even grew up school and son of the original Miss Ruth School of Dance is with Miss Ruth and returned Miss Ruth. part of the American School for after successful careers). Many Enrollment in classes at Miss Performing Arts (which offers staff credits include regional bal- Ruth is limited so students can acting and singing classes) locat- let companies, national tours and get valuable individual attention. ed in the historic old Fords fire- Broadway. Also, parents are welcome to sit house at 14 Corrielle St., Fords, "Our staff knows their craft and wait in the large reception Call (732) 738-8239 for more Students from Miss Ruth School in Fords strike a modern pose. because they live their craft," room while siblings busy them- information. American Sign language And teal Studies Begin 24ih Year At Onion County (allege CRANFORD — With the guage and Deaf Studies and the instruction that prepares suc- The American Sign Lan- the nation located at a commu- opening day of Kail 2002 se- Interpreters for the deaf Pro- cessful graduates rewarding guage & Deaf Studies Program nity college. To enhance the mester at Union County Col- grams will begin their 24th careers in service to the deaf is designed for individuals who learning experience, students lege, the American Sign Ian- year of providing unique and hard of hearing. are interested in the field of use the lab to record, review deaf studies, linguistics, com- and monitor their signing skills munications, psychology, as they progress through their social work, rehabilitation, course of instruction. education of the deaf and relat- ed areas, while the Interpreters First-year level courses for the Deaf Program is being offered this fall are designed for individuals who American Sign Language I and Schoochooll ooff D^Dce are interested in the field of Visual Gestural 14 Corrielle St.. Fords 732-738-8239 American Sign Language - Communication Techniques. English Interpreting. The latter Second-year level offerings are Traditional • Non-competitive * Fun equips students with the neces- American Sign Language 3 and sary knowledge and skills for American Sign Language entry-level positions as sign Linguistics. Third-year level REGISTRATION NOW GOING ON! language interpreters and pre- courses are American Sign pares them to be evaluated for 4PM to 8PM certification through the Language 5, Text and Dis- TUESDAY t WEDNESDAY, August 27th & 28th National Registry of course Analysis for Interpret- WEDNESDAY through FRIDAY, September 4th - 6th Interpreters for the Deaf. ing, ASL to English (Sign to Students in both programs Voice) Interpreting, and Pre- graduate prepared for entry- ventive Measures against Cu- SATURDAY, September 7th 11AM 4PM level positions working with mulative Trauma Disorders. deaf persons or for transfer to For more information on four-year programs. these programs call (908) 412- Located on the College's 3578 and an information pack- Plain field campus, students et will be mailed. For ques- hVdffTuition j have access to a unique ASL tions, advice and other assis- Language and Interpreting Lab. tance, please e-mail 1 Equipped with 12 carrels of (Hew Stwkntt Only! expires 9/7/01 ' VCR/TV monitors and record- blairrfc/'ucc.edu. If requesting ing cameras, it is the only labo- an information packet, please ratory of its type in the state of include your name and mailing 732-738-823 New Jersey, and the only one in address. August 23,2002 Visit us online at www.ncw-jersey.ws BACK TO SCHOOL 2002... VI! * J Qackto Woodbridge Uhool Of Donee (ontiiwed (c outimwd from page...4) twice a week for k ids 7-11. Fair and the Woodbridge Registration for the 2002-03 Rainbow Academy Community Day at Woodbridge season will be held throughout the Center. They also perform charity month of August. The dance stu- work. The team has been invited dio is open 8:30 a.m. 4:30 p.m., Child Care Centers to perform in Disney and Monday Friday for dance camp. ISELIN — In November Internet ParentWatch'^ (www. Universal Studios in Florida. There arc two open house dates 1997, Rainbow Academy for parentwatch.com) — a colorful Karate classes will be held tor new students and their fami- Preschoolers, Inc., opened at 23 video monitoring system, which once or twice a week for 40 min- lies to see the studio, Monday, Gill Lane, lselin, in the immedi- allows authorized subscribers utes in conjunction with USA Aug. 26 and Wednesday, Aug. 28 ate vicinity of Metro Park Train (parents, grandparents, family Karate in Clark. Classes will be from 3-8 p.m. or call (732) 636- Station and corporate park, or friends) the ability to watch once a week for kids ages 4-6 and 4740 for more information. Rainbow Academy-Iselin is a their children over the Internet Scotch Plains Academy Answers state of the art facility with a from work or home, cozy atmosphere featuring an Each of the Rainbow Acad- Local Need For Pre-School/Daycare experienced staff operating in a emy Centers is designed with an secure and friendly environ- enclosed and private playground SCOTCH PLAINS—The session for a child - 7 a.m. to 6 ment. This center serves approx- area. They also feature toilets ? Scotch Plains Academy pre- p.m., or opt for one of two imately 155 children from ages and sinks in each classroom so school and daycare is putting half-day options: either 9 a.m. 18 months-10 years. that teachers don't have to 1 the finishing touches on its to 12 noon, or 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. In December 1998, Rainbow remove children from their Where y°ur child's creative classrooms at 1595 East Families have the option of a growth and devel( me Academy-Woodbridge, LLC, room to take care of their many >P nt are Second Street in Scotch Plains, two, three or five-day-per- opened at 458 Amboy Avenue, toilet needs. Every age group the treasures at the end of Beginning in September, the week program. Breakfast, Woodbridge. Capitalizing on the has their own classroom with a the rainbow exPerience. Academy will offer full and lunch and snacks are included success of the lselin facility and certified teacher and staff ratios develoP™nt by providing an half-day programs for children in the full-day program, while expanding its capabilities to trmt are always lower than state environment in which activities ages VA to 5 years. snacks are part of the half-day serve infants, this center pro- requirements. All employees are aPPr°Pi"iate for their individ- The Scotch Plains Academy package, vides for the needs of almost undergo a fingerprint and Child ual dlfferences. A child's growth is a new venture for owners Mr. DeVita outlined the 200 children from ages 6 weeks- Abuse record Information back- in lhe arcas of cognitive, social, Michael DeVita, a longtime Academy's philosophy, 10 years. ground check. emotional, physical and creativ- local businessman, and his "Nothing is more important In October, 2001, Rainbow Rainbow Academy's pro- ty is a culmination of positive wife, Leslie. "Our focus will than the happiness and well Academy-Edison, LLC, opened, gram has been developed to fit attitudes and interactions. A be on teaching, not just being of your child," he Located on the first floor of this the needs of today's active ram- hands-on approach makes the babysitting," said Mr. DeVita, explained. "We provide a totally reconstructed office ilies. They strive to provide chil- learning process fun. /n this who explained that a planned warm and nurturing environ- building, 2177 Oak Tree Road, dren with a quality "home- WW children can experiment, curriculum will drive each nt where children are me North Edison, this facility is the away-from-home" atmosphere, evaluate and discuss their find- day's activities with the chil- encouraged to develop a love newest in the Rainbow Acad- There are several computers in ings. dren. Mrs. DeVita will serve as f learning." o emy family and will ultimately each classroom for 3-year-olds Rainbow Academy believes the on-site director of the Information packets are serve over 250 children from and above, in promoting the development school. available now from the Scotch ages 6 weeks-10 years. Rainbow academy believes of a positive self-image, selfdis- The program will feature Plains Academy. These All of the Rainbow Academy in a learning environment that is cipline and cooperation in each math explorations, art and include tuition information, a facilities are state of the art cen- based on developmentally ap- child. music, science, creative free sample daily schedule and ters featuring a coded entry sys- propriatc practices and activ- Rainbow Academy provides play, dramatic play and cook- sample menu as well as gener- a comprehensive look at its ing. There will be computers j information on the tem and video and audio surveil- itics. Each child has an individ- a services, philosophy, curriculum in each classroom, and time set Academy's program of activi- lance monitoring of every class- ual pattern and timing of and facilities on its web site aside for the children to rest. ties, and school policies relat- room. Parents have the entry growth. Age-appropriate pro- code to come and go as they grams enhance each child's www.rainbowacademv.com To that end, the DeVitas ed to illness and discipline, please while knowing that have hired two experienced por morc information or to strangers will not have easy 5 teachers, both of whom are regjstCr at the Scotch Plains RAINBOW ACADEMY * certified in Karly Childhood Academy, contact Michael or access to the building and their Child Care Centers Development. The teachers Lcs|;e DeVita, (908) 322- child. Rainbow Academy Child will have two assistants to sup- 4399 Care Centers also feature Half Day Preschool and Extended-Day port their work with the chil- ' dren. Child Care Learning Programs The East Second Street Clark Infants from 6 weeks to 10 years « 7:00am to 6:30pm facility includes three separate classrooms so that appropriate Child Care Now Enrolling activities may be targeted to FREE registration the varying ages and abilities at the Union County Baptist Church with this ad... of the children. The school is 'Serving the Needs of Union County* New Students awaiting delivery ol a new Our full service elite child-centered program Only! outdoor playground, which offers high quality, safe and nurturing care. will include climbing equip- Online viewing of your child ISELIN W00DBRID6E ment, a slide and a sandbox. Art Gallery 23 Gills Lone 458 Amboy Ave. Music program 732-574-8808 The Academy will bo open 732-404-1010 732-726-3646 Where your child's from 7 a.m. to (-> p.m. Monday creative growth and Open House August 24 & 31 1 lam to 2pm development are the through Iriday Depending visit online at: treasures at the end of the rainbow experi- upon their childcare needs, www.rainbowacademy.com ence. parents may select a full day VIII .'..-BACKTOSCHOOL2002 i • r Visit us online At Qack to Sckoot Back To School With Confidence Jellybean Junction AREA ISA Karate and training experience more enjoy- Fitness is ofl'mni: A special back- able. Master Pere/ is a certified Launches Latchkey Program to-school program, studying the instructor with more than 17 their regular kindergarten cur- martial arts. years' experience. He believes ISIil.IN—Having success- Parents can prepare their iii teaching a structured pro- fully served the Iselin, riculum. child for the ABC's of conflict gram for maximum benefits of Woodbridge, Avcncl, Colonia There are limited openings and avoidance. Parents have met learning for the martial arts. and surrounding areas for the so the school directors Katie the teachers and bought the sup- The school is safe and afford- past five years with excellent Piccirillo and Jean Blaha urge plies and new clothes. They h;n e able. USA Karate and Fitness worked out a carpool schedule hut makes it fun and safe, the most child learning enhancement parents to sign up early. There what have the\ done to increase valuable experience a child can programs and day care, will be an open house on their child's locus, self-disci- USA KARATE INSTRUCTORS—Mrs have! Jellybean Junction now Sunday, Aug. 25 from 11 a.m. pline? Will their child exercise the Elizabeth Perez, 1st Degree Black To register, call USA Karate expands their services to - 3 p.m. at Jellybean necessary sell-control to start oft Beit. Kick Boxing Instructor; and Fitness, Kick Boxing at (732) include Latchkey. Junction, located at 501-503 the year as a top performer? Will Master Angelo Perez, 4th Degree 381-8989 and one of the profes- Black Belt. Master Instructor and their child be able to stand up to sional staff members will sched- This service is now avail- Route 27, a quarter mile north Master Herb Perez, 6th Degree of Oak Tree Road and Green negative peer pressure and other Black Belt 1992 Olympic Gold ule a first appointment to come in able for kindergarten students daily challenges and confronta- Medalist. and get started immediately. from schools #18, #20, #24 Street. tion? he or she develops the life skills Limited space is available. Visit and #26, The program pro- Parents who wish to regis- Martial arts at USA Karate and needed not only this school year the website at www.ukf.cjb.net. vides bus transportation from ter earlier may do so by call- Fitness will sharpen children's but also every year after. AVENEL,Woodbridge Township focus and attention and will help USA Karate and Fitness is a 1354 St. Georges Ave., (next to each of these schools to the ing the school at 732-283- them to demonstrate confidence, professional school with safe McDonalds) 732-636-4701 Jellybean Junction learning 7474 to schedule an appoint- self-discipline and respect. Enroll training mats, big glass mirrors to CLARK, 1120 Raritan Road center. Once there, students ment. Jellybean Junction Pre- a child in the martial arts at USA (across from Steak and Ale) 732- help to evaluate oneself and state will be given the opportunity School and Day Care offers Karate and Fitness and watch as of the art physicality to make tlje 381-8989 to receive homework help, learning enhancement and ffeafffcy fating For Bacfc-To-Scfcoof continued remedial assistance and addi- day care for children IB tional enhancement utilizing months to 6 years, is certified (continued from page J) day for better health. There are vegetables or fruit, I cup of raw homework, school reports, proj- also tips on how to get fit with "5 leafy vegetables, 1/2 cup cooked Jellybean Junction's profes- by the New Jersey 1 dry peas or beans, or 1/4 cup dried ects, and more. It's like a produce A Day. The dictionary explains sional staff of certified teach- Department of Youth Services how much a serving actually is. fruit. encyclopedia! ers and aides. Computers will (DYFS) and is fully licensed Jfs smaller than you think. One Armed with this knowledge, ft can help family members serving can be: I medium-size parents can show the kids that also be available for students by the state of New Jersey as /earn about the "5 A Day" pro- piece of fruit. 3 4 cup (6 oz.) of eating "5 A Day" really isn't all to assist with enhancement of a quality child care facility. gram, which advocates eating five 100 percent fruit or vegetable that hard. servings of fruits and vegetables a juice. I/2 cup cooked or canned Courtesy of'ARA content of Woodbridge Township USA Karate & FltlieSS BACK TO SCHOOL WITH CONFIDENCE USA Karate & Fitness Open Howie Registration At Our New Location 1154 St. Georges Ave., Avetel Saturday, Aug ?4, \-4pm Ntll Food, Refreshments and Korate Demonstration Saturday lpm-4pm All Ages! 'Mil Registration With Entollment Smiling faces of Jellybean Junction's Graduating Class of 2002. At Open House-Value $150 Karate Demonstration Sot, Aug. 24 at 2pm Featuring Special Guest Herb Pere;, \9W Olymp* Gold Medaiist and "Olympus" Worn Fully Certified Professional Fox Channel b's WMAC Masters State Licensed Junction Teaching Staff Also have a MIE photo taken '' "i D/W CARE AND PRE-SCHOOL CENTER with the Olyrnpu. Champion Educational and Enrichment Programs for Children Ages 18 mos to 6 Years AVINU-WoodbrJdge Township CURK GRKNBROOK 1354 $». Georges Av»., —> - *.1 >••• 1 !?0 Rarilan Road 299 Rpvt« 22 foil 501-503 Route 27 • Isefin, New Jersey 08830 732-381-8989 732-926-1944 737-436-4701 OPCH MOU/E ~ Sunday August 25th 1MM - 3PM Curriculum focus on Academic, Physical and Emotional $19.95 2 Weeks! One Month FREE! development, Plus Computer, Music, Art, Cooking. Plus FRII Uniform with this coupon and FREE Uniform when enrolling in Karate Program with this coupon Kindergarten Latchkey, Enhancement programs and LI USA Karate & Fitness USA Karate I Fitness day care for children 18 months to 6 years. Clork - 732-381-8989 • Avenel 732-636-4701 Clark - /32-381-8989 • Av«nel - /32-636-4701 Not valid wtlh oity olfiei oflecs < JMon Edison Resident Works In Reseanh Lab At Rider LAWRKNCI-VILLM This three-year $132,608 grant from csting." According to his mentor, summer, Rider University soph- tile National Institute oi Health Dr. Riggs, the chance to conduct omore Anthony Pcnnello of (NIH) via the National Institute extensive lab work over the sum- I'dison, a biology major, is con- on Aging to study how the mer proves invaluable to stu- ducting research to shed further immune system differs in the dents like Pcnnello. light on why the likelihood of elderly versus the young. developing cancer increases with Pennello's focus in particular "Experiential learning, via the the aging process. holds implications for the evolu- research opportunities that our Studying the lymphocyte biol- tion of mammalian immunity. biology department provides, ogy of spiny mice, Pcnnello has His next step will be to deter- opens doors for our students to been staining their cells with mine how well these creatures their future careers," said Riggs. monoclonal antibodies specific respond to different types of "The great majority of students for mouse cell surface mole- immunizations. completing summer research cules. Me is finding that the mice "1 love hands-on research with us move on to graduate or appear to be more gcrbil-like more than just studying in the HARD AT WORK—From (L.R.) Anthony Pennello and Dr. James Riggs. medical school after their days at than mouse-like.! I is work is part classroom," said Pennello, who of an on-going research conduct- Rider." plans to become a cardiologist. "Keeping Families Connected Is Our Top Priority" ed by Dr. James Riggs of "It's one thing to talk about B- A graduate of St. Mary's High Lambertvillc, professor and cells and T-cells, but it's another School, South Amboy, Pennello chairperson of the biology thing to actually find them your- is the son of Anthony Pennello department at Rider. self. Every little piece of infor- and Mary D'Ambrosio and Last year, Riggs received a mation I discover is very inter- Ernest D'Ambrosio. 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The Sacred Heart The platelet machine will be 721-4208 or (732) 721-7764. CfHMMtf III total Residents Named To Dean's List ffoamtof AREA—The following local Spring Semester of 2002. Neha as Philadelphia College of residents have been named to the Patel of Sayreville, a Pharmacy Pharmacy, the first college of VQFWOnwireless Spring 2002 Dean's List at student; Aneta Malysiak of South pharmacy in North America. USP University of the Sciences in Amboy, a Pharmacy student; and specializes in educating students Philadelphia. 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Jessica found Starr Heart" author raise to keep her from leaving. his Proteus files. Later, after in Viki's attic, and the two 13 Remark to the Taylor's life uas put in danger moving into Trey's loft, bonded over their respective audience when site unknowingly came Kendall notieed the similarity problems. T a realized she 14 Classic start? upon Sheila collecting the 15 Taxpayer's was still attracted to Todd. between Trey's voice and the money thai Lance left behind. request voice of actor Richard fields. Nora woke Troy, who was 36 Wait to See: Massimo makes a 17 Pianist Cliburn "Maria" told Aidan she's a having a nightmare about his 18 Old French curious decision. fugitive. Meanwhile. David ; dead wife, Joanna. Rac used coin DAYS <)l OUR LIVES broke into Wildwind looking the tape of her session with 19 No-hope-for- 45 46 Billie was upset about the for her and flashed back five Asa to prove to him that she parole cons 48 growing closeness between 21 Stiff straw hat years earlier to when he told Kate and Roman, given would write a tell-all book 24 Dazzle 54 "Maria" to disappear. Anna Billie's past with him. Jack about his misdeeds. Wait to 25 Trench learned she's pregnant. Tad sec: Rac announces her next 57 sent a state trooper to rescue 26 Sound stage managed to see "Maureen's" Colin and Jennifer. After move to an already shaken 28 Bigfoot's family medical flics as well as a photo Marlena returned Stefano's Asa. 31 Official pro- of her. Wait to See: Trey con- ceedings 54 Bid's partner 5 Guaranteed prefix "bequests" to Tony, he went PASSIONS 1 33 Calendar 55 Touch up a 6 Uris "QB -' 30 Distort fesses to Maggie. David gives into a fugue state where he Tabitha created a storm as abbr. text 7 Objects of 32 Vicinity "Maria" news about her past. heard a man's voice telling she vowed to make all of 56 Jane Smiley emulation 34 Merciful Leo discovers Trey's secret. him that Marlena is the only 35 Tie Harmony pay for Timmy's 36 Heat unit novel 8 Gentleness 37 Winless race- AS THE WORLD TURNS one who can turn the key and death. Luis felt devastated, 38 Tirane's coun- 57 Barbie's beau 9 Necessity's horse Bonnie and Lisa agreed to unlock his dreams. Abe told child? 39 "Moesha" star betrayed and jealous after try (Abbr.) 58 Sharply team up together. Craig tried Lexie he\s filing for a divorce. 10 Bring up 42 Bandleader Sheridan told him about 40 "Grecian Urn" dressed desperately to keep Aaron and Chloe and Philip got carried tribute 59 Third degree? 11 Billions of Louis Antonio. Meanwhile, Eve Lucy apart. A hurricane upset away with passion. 41 Tide type years 44 Mag. staffers wondered how she could tell 16 Superlative 45 Tom's pal Simon's plans. Abigail tried to Meanwhile, John gave Brady 43 Previously, old DOWN Pilar the results of the medical 1 Mighty Joe ending 46 Bassoon's focus on her own life. Hal and information about Chloe's style tests done on Antonio. Ethan 45 Balloonist's Young, e.g. 20 Kerosene, eg cousin Emily vowed to stay together. father. Wait to See: Chloe had jolting news for Theresa. need 2 Chicago 21 Pesky kid 50 Bumped into Mike and Molly made Mike's decides to join Brady on an Wait to See: Ethan turns to 47 Frenzied squad, famil- 22 "That smarts!" 51 Little demon last night in Oakdale a memo- important journey. Jennifer's iarly 23 Ear 52 "- -la-la!" 48 Where (Lai) rable one. Wail to See: Lily feelings for Jack intensify. Gwen. 49 length or 3 Favorite 27 Earl Grey, for 53 Silent assent GENERAL HOSPITAL PORT CHARLES 4 River trans- one gets medical advice. width Lucky and Nikolas investi- The Avatar was outraged portation 29 Subcontinent THE BOLD gated Luke and Laura's failure when Ian publicly called him a 0 2002 King Features Syod, IK. AND THE BEAUTIFUL to appear at their wedding and Sheila met Massimo during coward. Later, Ian and Rafe found Rick's dead body in the thwarted the* Avatar's attempt HOCUS-fOCUS •v Scorpio attic. Later, they con- to lure Alison and baby Danny HENMY KX.TINOFF trived to make it look as if to the edge of a cliff. Lucy Rick had accidentally driven later told an incredulous Rafe off a cliff, only to have Lucky >,sl that he's actually an angel. trapped in the car along with U IS Jack and Alison overheard Rick's body. Jason gave Sonny Livvie claim that the Avatar Felicia's photos of Roy and ) didn't father her unborn child. Alcazar together. The mystery woman agreed to free Zander Doree had bad news for Chris about Lancelot. Wait to See: >• in exchange for information about Jax and Sonny. Wait to Karen is drawn to the Avatar. ««|)|3«j{ ou CRM Aofl 9 peppt uwq «M qnjqs S si MopuiM > Aeuwmo uo no|jq BJixg £ See: Sonny and Jason confront Lucy contacts the great Rnd at least six differences In detaNs between paneh. )(Oiiq 81 Jt||O0 S.UJOft Z J«tlBI ,*INC6 YOU*vT,,l WAHT\ IT'S EASIER WHEN V t PON'T CAR6.. \ OWY,.. Marina. Gus tried to help Raul, a distraught Brittany INSIST ON YOU SIT AT THE CASH.., y TABLE LA COUNTER... Harley bring Eden back to drank too much and, despite WANT TO BE —-T^r^ SERVED.., Raul's attempts to stop her, got into the car and crashed it. to Puzzle Juice roughed up Neil and then took note of his address before running off. Meanwhile, W X Drucilla and Lily arrived at WH V ARE WHY PIUN'T N I PIN'T Neil's apartment. Loric and SERVING MV FOOO VOU CABRy THE \ WANT IT IN VDOR HANC? HAM8URGBR J TO FALL ON Max conferred on his plan to ON WE PLATE?/ THE FLOOR AGAIN/ break up Victor and Nikki. Wait to Sec: Drucilla makes a shocking discovery. (c)2002 King Features Synd., Inc. Visit us online at www.new-jcrsey.ws THE ATOM TABLOID 6 CITIZEN-GAZETTE... II OBITUARIES Ines Kanellos, 84 Rita E. O'Connor, 88 Eleanor Kushner, 75 Richad Dunham, Sr. Francis J. Lucitt, 79 of Carteret of Woodbridge of South Amboy of South Amboy Mrs. I tics Kanellos of Mrs. Rita H. (Wilson) Mrs. Hleanor Kushner of Mr. Richard Dunham, Sr. of Mr. Francis J. Lucitt of Itlison died August 6 at home. O'Connor died August 9 at Woodbridge died August 10 at Hatonville, Wash., (formerly South Amboy died August 1 at She was 84. Ashbrook Nursing Home in Scabrook Village, Renais- of South Amboy) died August home. He was 79. Horn in Puerto Rico, she Scotch Plains. She was 88. sance Gardens, in Tinton 5 in Washington state. He was Born in South Amboy, he lived in New York City, Jersey Born in Brooklyn, N.Y., she Falls. She was 75. 80. was among the third genera- City and Colonia before mov- Born in Woodbridge, she resided in Carteret since 1947. Born in Perth Amboy, he tion of his family to live in the ing to tidison in 1990. was a lifelong resident. She was a secretary with resided in South Amboy for city. She was a bookkeeper for She was a 1944 graduate of General Dynamics in Avenel many years. He was a graduate of St. the Puerto Rican Government Woodbridge High School, and for 13 years before retiring in Peter's College in Jersey City, in New York for five years. attended Rutgers University. Mr. Dunham was a veteran 1976. Previously, she was a bilin- Mrs. Kushner was a book- of World War II and served in Mr. Lucitt was employed as a Mrs. O'Connor was a com- gual secretary at Merck keeper for Cassic Corporation the Army with the military chemist with the U.S. Pharmaceuticals in New York municant of St. Joseph's R.C. in New York City until 1995. police in Africa and Italy, Department of Defense. and Rahway, and, earlier, Church in Carter! She was a member of St. where he received a Medal of Mr. Lucitt was an Army worked at Beckman Instru- Her husband, Joseph, died James R.C. Church in Wood- Valor in Rescue Operations. veteran of World War II. ments in Mountainside and as in 1956, and a daughter, bridge. His parents, Andrew and He was a communicant of a bookkeeper for the Regina Patricia, died in 1960. Her brohter, Martin Gaul, Isabelle (Flynn) Dunham; four St. Mary's R.C. Church in Vacuum Co., Rahway. died in 2001. Surviving are a son, Kevin brothers, Andrew Sr., Harold, South Amboy. Mrs. Kanellos was past of Metuchen. Surviving are a brother, Thomas and Edward; and four He was a member of the president of the American James Kushner of Bradenton, sisters, Isabelle, Elien, Jennie Orpheus Glee Club. Association of Retired Per- John Sbailo, Sr., 77 Fla.; and one niece and one and Anna, arc all deceased. sons Colonia Chapter 3459 of Carteret nephew. His parents, John H. and and a member of the Colonia Surviving are his wife, Nora K. (Burke) Lucitt; four Mr. John Sbailo Sr. of Senior Citizens. Sarah Halsey Dunham of brothers, Monsignor Edward Carteret died August 11 in Fred Runyan, 56 Surviving are Charles, her Eatonville; a son, Richard Lucitt and John, Raymond and Rahway Hospital. He was 77. of Perth Amboy husband of 59 years; two sons, Dunham Jr.; and a daughter, Wilfred Lucitt; and a sister, Charles Jr. and Nicholas, and Born in New York City, Mr. Mr. Fred Runyan of Perth Linda Leitch, both of Jackson; Carmclita Lucitt. Sbailo lived in Carteret for 39 three grandchildren. Amboy died August 9 at a brother, Joseph Dunham of Surviving are his cousins, years. Raritan Bay Medical Center, Brick; a sister, Margaret Mary Jo Kenny of Highlands, Andrew Buckho, 82 Mr. Sbailo was a general Perth Amboy Division. He Stempinski of Parlin; tour Burke Honnold of Rumson superintendent for the New was 56. of Edison grandchildren, Jason, Dawn, and Marcy Morrison of Mr. Andrew Buchko of York City Transit Authority, Born in Clearwatcr, Fla., he Donald and Denise; and two LaJolla, Calif., and his sister- Edison died August 2 at Rob- working on the subway sys- was a resident of Perth Amboy for the past 52 years. great-grandchildren, Shaylen in-law, Mrs. Jiwine Lucitt of ert Wood Johnson University tem, where he worked for 39 Mr. Runyan was a construc- and Tia. Antony, b ranee. Hospital, New Brunswick. He years before retiring in 1987. was 82. tion electrician with the He was a Marine Corps vet- t0 et Born in Perth Amboy, he International Brotherhood of eran of World War II, he 9 lived in Fords for 22 years and Electrical Worker's Local served on Guadalcanal. in Milltown for six years, liv- Union 456 in Perth Amboy for ing the rest of his life in Surviving are Ida, his wife 25 years. TABLOID Edison. of 51 years; four sons, He was a communicant of In Carteret He was a terminal manager Michael, Victor, Christopher the Church of the Holy Trinity. Clipper's Deli 62 Carteret Avenue for Herman Forwarding in and Philip; four sisters, Rose His parents, Fred and Ann Cold Cut Center of Carttrtt 1291 Roosevelt Avenue South Brunswick for 15 years, Antonello, Gloria Caffiero, (Pittel) Runyan, are deceased. The Lunch Box ; 1514 Roosevelt Avenue retiring in 1982. Mr. Buehko Jean Silvano and Betty Surviving are cousins, * Post Office 1214 Pershing Avenue was an army veteran of World Sullivan, seven grandchildren Arlenc. Andrew and Robert War II and was a combat and a great-grandchild. Pittel and Mary Ann O'Brien. In Edison infantry man and a rifle sharp- Donna's Hometown Deli , 1018A Amboy Avenue shooter. He received a bronze Middlesex County College Bus Stop star and a Purple Heart; and was wounded during the MID-DAY In Rahway crossing of the Rhine River. Devine Media , fy j.v,... .492 West Grand Avenue He was a member of the Vl'W In South Amboy post in Lawrence Harbor. He "HOUR OF - Krauzsers ,. * North Broadway was a sports fan. Second Baptist Church Krauzsers 200 North Broadway His wile, Margaret.died in Krauzsers (Food Express) Raritan Street January l()70. Center Deli ,. .260 North Stevens Avenue Surviving are his longtime WEDNESDAYS Chud's Sub Shop Pine Avenue companion, Shirley Muchko of Quick Pik , Pine Avenue Manchester; lour sons, 12:05 NOON Tarallo's Bordentown Avenue IKIICW I. of klison. James In Woodbridge I ux of I loud! lowiiship, Convenient Deli ,.. .660 King Georges Rd.. Fords iindy I . of North I'himlidd, Cathedral Cornerstone Complex Dee's Deli .280 Dekalb Avenue ml (iarv A. ol hlison; two Garden Deli ' 37 Gill Lane, Iselin rollers. Peter of Jackson and 205 Smith Street, Perth Amboy, NJ *Post Office 60 Main Street ,)hii ol North Carolina; one All ARE WELCOME Quick Out Food Stores 1111 St. Georges Ave., Colonia lister, Clara loth ol' I'dison, *newspaper box located outside of business any nephews and macs, and • Bishop Donald Ilillianl. Jr., Senior Pastor To sell the paper in your store, cat-nephews and great- » Dr. B. (floviT-Williains, I'Amitiu Assistant Pastor MF.DIA eces. 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THE ATOM TABLOID 6 CITIZEN-GAZETTE Visit us online at wnrw.ncw-)ers«y.iw August 23.2002 Teachers And Robots Perth Amboy Cuts Ribbon On To Meet At Middlesex County College neighborhood Park Improvements EDISON Dr. Tim Gates, a director of the New Jersey well as collaboration with col- PERTH AMBOY—Mayor facelift to the aging facility nationally recognized researcher Center for Advanced leagues from different disci- Joseph Vas held a ribbon-cut- located at the corner of Francis in robotic technology, showed Technological Education plines, their enthusiasm will ting ceremony Aug. 7 to cele- and Ashley streets. Workers how to teach robots to talk at the (NJCATE) at Middlesex County translate into increased student brate the completion of im- began two weeks ago to second annual "Building for College, sponsor of the event. participation." Sicora added. provements at Francis Street replace the aging playground "We expect that they will emerge Tomorrow" institute at "The idea is that if teachers get Park, a neighborhood recre- equipment with an entirely Middlesex County College on from the institute motivated and excited about technology, so will ational facility that services new, multi-purpose Game Tuesday, Aug. 20. The wc-ek- their students." prepared to organize their own approximately 50 children on Time Modular System. long program for teams of teach- "Building for Tomorrow" is teams." a daily basis throughout the New sidewalks, a drinking ers from urban school districts viewed as a critical step in gear- Teachers and faculty members summer. The renovations have fountain and new benches included workshops in robot ing young people toward math from high schools in the follow- provided all new recreational have also been added and the construction as well as seminars and science careers, as the ing towns were scheduled to par- facilities to the northeastern entire park has been made in project management, fundrais- United States faces a dire short- ticipate: Old Bridge. Fort Lee, neighborhood known as the handicap accessible. Whirl ing and team building, highlight- age of technical workers. Manville. Linden. Newark (West "Budapest" section. Construction from Port ed by a teachers' robotics compe- Teachers learned about the var- Side High School) and Niagara tition on Aug. 23. ied student competitions that are Falls. N.Y. A team from the "Its rewarding to see so Monmouth was responsible for conducting the improve- "The entire program is held throughout the country, Omar Dengue Foundation in many children enjoy these new designed to ignite enthusiasm in such as the F.I.R.S.T. robotics Costa Rica, who found news of improvements. It's even more ments, while the equipment high school students by demon- competition. Botha 11 and the event on the Internet, also gratifying that we can provide was provided through Martur- strating real-world applications RoboRocks! which is held at participated. these opportunities for our ano Recreation Company of for science, mathematics, engi- Middlesex County College. "By NJCATH is funded by a Grant youth at no cost to the taxpay- Brick. neering and technology to their having teachers experience the from the National Science ers of this city. 1 hope they take The improvements were teachers," said Robert Sicora. thrill of fist-hand competition, as Foundation. The sessions took advantage of the remaining completed with nearly a month place on the Middlesex County summer time to enjoy healthy, left for the city's summer College campus at the Academy outdoor activities," said Vas. recreation program to enjoy Attention Players of Science, Mathematics. Engin- The $18,680 project, fund- the new facilities. Perth eering and Technology. The ed through a Community Amboy provides supervision and Coaches! robotics competition took place Development Block Grant for all of its city parks, which Would you like to see in the Middlesex County College (CDBG), is providing a com- feature daily games and activi- your name in print? Student Center. Cafeteria C. plete physical and aesthetic ties for city youth. If you would like to "%f*x,wite about your team..,. Snoopy! Comes To The Forum Theatre Email [email protected] (*H$>\\ 732-574-1200 METUCHEN-The Forum writes and directs for A Kid's formance, signing autographs and Theatre Company's program for Forum. Whelihan performs exten- having their pictures taken with children, .4 Kids Forum, now in sively in off-Broadway, regional new friends from the audience. its 6th season announces its theatre and locally produced film A Kid's Forum musicals are delightful production of Snappy!! and television projects. A Kid's recommended for children ages 2 Congratulations! playing on stage Aug. 5-Sept. 21. Forum Artistic Director Ellen and up and their families. Thorn Christopher Warren Beattie plays Peppermint Patty, Snoopy!! has an appeal for Devine Media Newspapers congratulates Elizabeth plays Snoopy in the Kid's Forum having performed off-Broadway older children in particular. All Mahmood of Colonia for winning our contest for a production. Thorn appeared in and in national tours, as well as seats arc reserved. Ticket prices family four pack of tickets to Six Flags Great Adventure, Broadway's Once Upon A directing at the Forum and other are $12 for everyone with dis- Hurricane Harbor & the Six Flags Safari. Mattress, and will soon be joining regional houses. counts for groups of 20 or more. the cast of Disney's The Lion A Kids Forum productions are Camp groups, daycare centers, King, having performed in past performed by professional actors Boy Scouts and Girl Scout Forum productions. Charlie (member of Actors' Equity Troops, as well as other organiza- Brown will be played by Paul Association, the union for stage tions are all encouraged to book Whelihan, who has appeared in performers) with live music, col- early for best availability. For numerous Forum projects (most orful sets and imaginative cos- tickets call (732) 548-0582 of The John E. Toolan recently as Miss Texas in the tuming. Cast members meet and visit the web site at Kiddie Keep Well Camp uproarious parody. 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